Course Descriptions
The course numbering system has two
parts that identify both the discipline
and the level of difficulty of the
course.
For
example: XXX – 000
XXX
are the letters of the course specialty
such as CAP for office Computer
Applications, MED for medical science,
CST for computer systems, etc. 000 are
the numbers of the course -- courses
beginning with the digit "0" are
developmental courses. These are for
institutional credit only and do not
count towards the credit requirement for
a degree. Courses beginning with the
digit "1" are credit courses at the
introductory level, and courses
beginning with the digit "2" are
advanced level courses.
The following codes may be found at the
end of course descriptions and denote
the perspectives, competencies and
requirements the course fulfills:
CS - Communications Systems perspective;
C – Cultural perspective: A - Analytic
perspective; S – Social Sciences
perspective; G - Global perspective; mc
– multicultural competency; e/p -
ethical/philosophical competency; aw –
advanced writing competency; comm –
applicable for communications
requirement; comp – applicable for
writing course requirement; cl –
applicable for computer literacy
requirement; r – applicable for research
paper requirement, w – meets global
perspective world requirement; us –
meets global perspective United States
requirement.
The symbols F, Sp, and Su (Fall, Spring
and Summer) indicate which semester
courses will be offered.
ACC 101 - Principles
of Accounting I
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is an introduction to
accounting using the double-entry system
with journals, ledgers, worksheets, and
financial statements. Students will
learn to journalize transactions, post
to the general ledger, prepare financial
statements and prepare the closing
process. This course will prepare
students to account for receivables and
uncollectible accounts. Through the use
of prepared statements and a corporate
annual report students will learn the
Calculation of Current Ratio, Debt Ratio
and other financial statement ratios.
(F, Sp)
ACC 210 - Principles of Accounting II
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: C- or BETTER IN
ACC 101 and CAP 100)
This course is designed to further the
study of generally accepted accounting
principles. Accounting for inventory,
plant and intangible assets,
depreciation and amortization, accounts
receivable, long-term assets,
partnerships, and corporations will be
covered. Students will be assigned a
project involving analysis of an annual
report of a corporation. (Sp, Su)
ACC 220 - Managerial Accounting
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ACC 101)
This course provides a basic
understanding of the role of accounting
information in the business
decision-making process. This course is
designed to provide students with a
focus on accounting from the management
perspective. Students will improve their
decision-making skills, and to assist
them in understanding how to use
accounting information to make quality
business decisions. Students will learn
to calculate break-even point, target
net income, job-order and process
costing and to use accounting in a
manufacturing environment. Students will
learn to prepare reports with
recommendations to management regarding
financial decisions. (Sp)
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ASD 120 - The College
Experience
3 credits
Student success in navigating through
the college world is the goal of this
course. For students new to college
life, this course provides an extensive
orientation in the culture of higher
education. Students will develop skills
needed for achievement in academics as
well as in handling personal issues
which may have an impact on their chance
of college success including finances,
time management, family and job
responsibilities, health and crisis
management, note-taking, test-taking
strategies, and prioritization of
academic tasks. (F, Sp, Su)
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BIO 101 - Concepts in Human Biology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides an overview of the
organ systems of the human body and
basic concepts of cell biology and
structure, including the study of
anatomical and physiological
interrelationships; organization of
cells, tissues and body systems; and
structure and function of muscular,
skeletal, endocrine, lymphatic,
digestive, respiratory, urinary, nervous
and reproductive systems. The course
covers examples of diseases of each body
system as well as the relationship of
nutrition and metabolism to the
digestive system. This course does not
fulfill the requirements for the Nursing
and Respiratory Care programs. A (F, Sp,
Su)
BIO 108 - Anatomy and Physiology I for
Paramedics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is a study of the human body
and its biological organization
specifically designed for students
entering the emergency medicine service
fields. Students will learn the basic
function of living organisms; identify
the cellular levels of organization and
the organ systems of the human body.
Emphasis will be placed on homeostasis
as well as disease process. A (F)
BIO 109 - Anatomy and Physiology II for
Paramedics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BlO 108)
This course expands upon the knowledge
acquired in Human Anatomy and Physiology
I for Paramedics, BIO 108. Students will
concentrate on a systematic approach to
the human organism, including the body
as a whole, its major organ systems,
their inter-elations and how they change
throughout a person's life. Additional
emphasis will be placed on clinical and
health related topic as they apply to
the care of the patient in the emergency
medical services field. A (Sp)
BlO 120 – Human Biology
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: SCI 101 or DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course introduces the basic
principles of human biology. Lectures
topics include: chemical basis of life,
cellular organization and function,
physiological regulations, genes and the
basis of heredity and evolution. In
addition, various organ systems and
their interrelationships will be
explored. The laboratory portions of the
course are coordinated with lecture
content and involves some dissection.
Formerly listed as BIO 100. A (F, Sp,
Su)
BIO 121 - General Biology
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: SCI 101 or DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course introduces the principles
and concepts of biology. Emphasis is
placed on basic biological chemistry,
cell structure and function, metabolism
and energy transformation, DNA,
genetics, evolution, classification, and
other related topics. Laboratory
exercises are integrated with material
offered in lecture. No dissection is
required. A (F)
BIO 211 - Anatomy and Physiology I
4 credits
(PREREQUISITES: BIO 120 or BIO 121)
This course is a comprehensive study of
the structure and function of the human
body. Emphasis is on the chemical,
anatomical and physiological principles
of cells and tissues of the human body
as well as the integumentary, muscular,
skeletal, and nervous system. Laboratory
sessions are coordinated with the
lectures and emphasize experimentation
and application of the lecture content.
Experiments are supplemented by
microscopic analysis of selected slides
and review of anatomical models.
Formerly listed as BIO 110. A (F, Sp,
Su)
BIO 212 - Anatomy & Physiology II
4 credits
(PREREQUISITES: BIO 211)
This course is a comprehensive study of
the structure and function of the human
body. Emphasis is on the anatomy and
physiology of the sensory, endocrine,
cardiovascular, respiratory, immune,
lymphatic, gastrointestinal, renal and
reproductive systems. Discussion will
also include the diseases of these
systems. Laboratory sessions are
coordinated with the lectures and
emphasize experimentation and
application of the lecture content.
Experiments are supplemented by the
dissection of the fetal pig, microscopic
analysis of selected slides, and review
of anatomical models. Formerly listed as
BIO 111. A (F, Sp, Su)
BIO 235 - Microbiology
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BIO 120 or BIO 121)
This course explores the role of
microorganisms in disease and health.
Coverage includes the structure,
function, growth and transmission of
viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoans,
and helminths as well as vectors of
pathogenic agents. Laboratory activities
include study of the growth, detection,
and analysis of various microbial and
parasitic organisms. Formerly listed as
BIO 210. A (F, Sp, Su)
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BUS 101 - Introduction to Management
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides an introduction to
the basic principles of management and
its relationship to customer
expectations. An overview of major
topics and concepts including planning
and decision making, organization,
staffing and leading, Information
Systems, and ethics and social
responsibility will be covered. (F,Sp,
Su)
BUS 102 - Principles of Marketing,
Advertising, and Public Relations
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides a basic
understanding of marketing concepts,
strategies, applications, and methods
with emphasis on advertising and sales
promotion in the domestic markets.
Attention is given to promotional areas
such as direct marketing, publicity,
public relations, and personal selling.
This course focuses on the application
of management principles and practices
to the effective development of public
relations and advertising plans,
programs, and campaigns. (F, Sp)
BUS 110 - Business Law and Ethics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to introduce the
legal and regulatory environment in
which businesses must operate, as well
as the ethical considerations which are
a part of the business environment. The
rule of law, laws regarding property,
public and private as well as civil and
criminal law will be covered. State laws
regarding incorporation, licensing, tax
and regulatory filings and legal
recourses to public acts will be
discussed. Federal and State employment
and labor laws will also be an important
part of this course. (F, Su)
BUS 115 – Human Resource Management
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides an introduction to
the basic principles of human resource
management including recruiting, hiring,
training and developing the workforce.
In addition, issues of performance
improvement, compensation and benefits,
collective bargaining and labor
relations and legal aspects of human
resource management will be explored.
(Sp)
BUS 120 - Administrative Office
Procedures
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: CAP 100)
This course prepares students to perform
various technological, administrative,
and problem solving tasks required to
succeed in today's ever-changing
workplace. Students learn critical
thinking, problem solving, office
procedures, appropriate business
communication, information processing
technologies, and self-management. (F,
Sp)
BUS 121 - Personal Finance
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course presents an analysis of the
many financial situations and decisions
confronting an individual. Topics
include cost of credit, budgeting,
individual tax preparation, financial
planning, and checking account
maintenance. (Su)
BUS 125 – Sales and Service I: The
Fundamentals
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course covers the fundamentals of
sales and customer service. Students are
introduced to the concepts of having a
positive attitude, the importance of
listening, communication styles and
skills, the basic steps of the sales and
the importance of quality service. They
will understand the importance of
developing and personal selling
philosophy, understanding their product
and developing a basic presentation
strategy. Students will also learn the
importance of ethics in selling. (F)
BUS 126 – Sales and Service II: Customer
Focus
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BUS 125)
This course will address the
relationship between customer service
and effective sales. Students will learn
how to present products and services to
their customers in a manner that meets
their identified and unidentified needs.
In addition, students will learn how
customer satisfaction enhances sales
success by cultivating satisfied and
return customers. This course will
address the importance of listening
skills, understanding customer behavior,
recognizing cultural diversity in the
sales environment and methods of
developing customer loyalty. (Sp)
BUS 130 - Principles of Entrepreneurship
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides a practical
approach to the entrepreneurial process
and the skills for starting a small
business. The course will include a
discussion of the entrepreneur's
acquisition of capital and management,
marketing and financial decisions. The
course will also include discussion of
family and personal issues, support
systems and time management. (Sp)
BUS 132 - Budgeting and Planning
3 credits (PREREQUISITES: C- OR BETTER
IN ACC 101; C OR BETTER IN CAP 110)
This course provides an overview of
QuickBooks accounting software. The
course will cover the major points of
using the software. The focus of the
course will be to use the planning and
budgeting tools QuickBooks has to offer.
This course will include budget set-up
and forecasting, and using budgeted
financial statements to plan for
analysis. Comparing budgeted vs. actual
using QuickBooks reporting mechanisms
will also be covered. Use of these tools
in analysis and planning will be
stressed. (F, Sp)
BUS 135 - Customer Relations in a
Multicultural World
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course takes an in-depth look at
working with individuals, organizations,
and communities that have varying forms
of language and value systems. Students
will examine personal cultural
competencies, values, and communication
approaches that are required for quality
customer service. Strategies to
understand and meet the customer's needs
across cultures are discussed and
analyzed. (F, Sp)
BUS 140 – International Business
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides an introduction to
the theory and practice of international
business including such topics as the
global market place, the role of
culture, ethics and social
responsibility in international
business, national trade policies,
international monetary systems, managing
international business and international
marketing and operations management.
(Sp)
BUS 210 - Business Planning &
Development
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PERMISSION OF PROGRAM
DIRECTOR)
This course covers the aspects of
creating a successful business plan. The
foundations for each section of the
business plan developed in this class
will be enhanced through the knowledge
gained in other courses. This class will
provide an understanding of how all the
pieces; the marketing plan, the
financial plan, and organizational plans
- integrate into the overall business
plan. The plan created will provide a
practical description of the future
direction of the business. (F, Su)
BUS 215 – Marketing
3 credits (PREREQUISITE:
BUS 102)
This course examines the basic marketing
principles practiced by modern
businesses including product
development, distribution, promotion,
and pricing. Topics include evaluating
market opportunities; buyer behavior;
market segmentation, targeting, and
positioning; market strategy and
planning; development of marketing mix;
and marketing organization and control.
The roles of ethics, corporate social
responsibility, and public policy that
are intrinsic to marketing efforts will
also be explored. (Su)
BUS 218 – Event Management
3 credits (PREREQUISITE:
BUS 101)
This course introduces the student to
the underlying theoretical and practical
foundations of event management.
Students will learn about the historic
roots of celebrations, and the four
pillar approach to event leadership
(time, finance, technology and human
resources). Students will learn how to
determine the target market and niche of
an event and how the event connects to a
company's strategic mission and goals.
Case studies and hands on experience
will further student knowledge and will
promote the practice of successful event
management. (F, Su)
BUS 226 – Sales and Service III:
Advanced Strategies
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BUS 125 & BUS 126)
This advanced course will build on the
fundamental of sales and customer
service. It focuses on sales language,
verbal visualization, mental
visualization, listening skills, follow
up and service, prospecting and using
telephone skills to enhance sales
success. Students will also develop
strategies for dealing with difficult
customers. The course will also help
students to recognize different market
segments and how to customize their
sales approach to meet the needs and
expectations of those various segments.
(Su)
BUS 230 – Workforce Planning and
Staffing
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BUS 115)
This advanced course will examine
strategies for staffing the workplace.
Students will study human resources
processes used to recruit and sustain a
workforce that will enable an
organization to meet its business
objectives. Students will develop an
understanding of the basic principles
and techniques for the planning,
recruitment, selection and retention of
personnel. (Su)
BUS 235 – Global Perspectives
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ECN 101)
This course introduces students to
knowledge about the world and
international issues. It explores
general issues and trends facing the
contemporary world involving ethnicity
and global diversity, politics,
economics, population, human
development, environment, human ecology,
human rights, technology, and peace and
war. Students will explore significant
issues that are shaped by global forces
and international institutions and how
the United States is impacted by and
connected to those issues. G M (Sp)
BUS 240 – Current Topics in Management
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: Departmental Permission)
In this course, students will research,
discuss, and analyze current trends and
issues in management. (Sp, Su)
BUS 289 - Independent Study
2-3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course enables students to conduct
an in-depth study/project within their
major field of study. (F, Sp, Su)
BUS 299 - Cooperative Work Assignment
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: COMPLETION OF ALL
REQUIRED COURSES)
During a 180-hour cooperative assignment
students are provided with hands-on
training and career related experience.
This course provides extensive on-site
experience which utilizes previously
studied subjects and related skills. It
gives the student the opportunity to put
his/her class knowledge to practical use
and to practice and enhance acquired
skills. It provides the student with
valuable employment experience,
increasing their marketability. (By
Arrangement)
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CAP 100 - Computer Literacy
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to introduce
students to the basics of the computer
and the Microsoft Office software
program, completing projects in Word,
Excel and PowerPoint. Students will
learn about the world-wide web and how
to search the Internet. The course will
also introduce the correct "touch"
keyboarding techniques using the
alphabetic keys. C (F,Sp, Su)
CAP 110 - Computer Applications
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: CAP 100 OR DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course is a continuation of CAP
100. Students will continue their study
of Excel and PowerPoint. A review of
formulas, charting and formatting will
be done. Organization of worksheets,
copying and moving, renaming, inserting
and deleting worksheets, using absolute,
relative and mixed cell references,
creating and using named ranges,
freezing and unfreezing rows and columns
and working with charts will be covered.
Microsoft Access will also be introduced
into this course. Students will learn to
create and edit a database table in both
the design window and the Table Wizard
and to design and create basic forms and
reports and create and run Queries
through the Select Query Window.
Students will also have the opportunity
to learn advanced Microsoft Word skills.
C (F, Sp, Su)
CAP 210 - Scientific Computer
Applications
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: CAP 110)
This course is an introduction to
computer-based tools useful for analysis
and understanding of scientific data.
Basic methods of computation, data
processing, and display systems combined
with elementary practical programming
are covered. Students will learn
techniques to support customized
scientific research tasks, with
particular emphasis on environmental
sciences. (Sp)
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CHEM 100 – Introduction to Chemistry
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
The course is a survey study of
chemistry. Emphasis is laid on the
aspects of general, organic, and
biological chemistry. The course will
provide basic information about the
metric system, measurements,
conversions, matter and energy, nuclear
radiation, chemical reactions,
solutions, gas laws, acids and bases, as
well as general concepts of organic
chemistry, and the major organic
compound groups essential for life
(carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins).
This course does not fulfill the
requirements for the Nursing and
Respiratory Care programs. A (Su)
CHEM 101 - Chemistry
4 credits (MATH 101
AND ENG 099 WITH A "C" OR BETTER OR
DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course is a survey study of
chemistry. Emphasis is on the aspects of
General, Organic, and Biological
Chemistry. These concepts will include
interactions of matter and energy,
nuclear radiation, measurement, chemical
reactions, solutions, gas laws, acid and
bases, as well as general concepts of
organic chemistry, and the four major
organic compound groups essential for
life (Lipids, Carbohydrates, Proteins,
and Nucleic Acids). Laboratory sessions
are coordinated with the lectures and
emphasize experimentation and
application of the lecture content. A
(F, Sp, Su)
CHEM 110 - General
Chemistry I
4 credits (Prerequisite/Co-requisites:
MATH 101)
The first semester of a two semester
sequence that is an introduction to
fundamentals and principles of chemistry
including, but not limited to: atomic
and molecular structure, measurement,
chemical bonding, stoichiometry, states
of matter, chemical reactions, kinetic
molecular theory, chemical
thermodynamics and chemical equilibrium.
A (Sp)
CHEM 111 - General
Chemistry II
4 credits (Prerequisite/Co-requisites:
CHEM 110)
The second semester of a two semester
sequence that is an introduction to
fundamentals and principles of chemistry
including, but not limited to:
intermolecular forces, chemical
kinetics, acid-base equilibria,
thermodynamics, redox reactions, nuclear
chemistry, organic chemistry and
biochemistry. A (Su)
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CJS 101 -
Introduction to Criminal Justice and the
Law
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides a general
introduction to the Criminal Justice
system and the career opportunities that
exist in this field. In addition
students will be presented with an
overview of the history, purposes, and
effectiveness of Federal and State
criminal law the various aspects of
criminal justice. Topics include
identification of the elements of a
crime and an examination of specific
types of crimes and their assigned
penalties. (F, Sp, Su)
CJS 106 -
Investigative Report Writing
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 OR
DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course combines the basics of two
disciplines—investigation and report
writing, and bridges the gap between
them in order to teach the basics
involved in writing an investigative
report. Fundamental guidelines for
investigative reports are established
through a set of rules that are easy to
understand and apply in any type of
report writing scenario. Topics include
note taking, describing persons and
property, crime and arrest reports,
search warrants, and issues in writing.
(cross-referenced as HSM 106) (F, Sp)
CJS 111 -
Contemporary Issues in Crime and
Prevention
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will examine the cause and
effect relationship between contemporary
problems in our society and how they
relate to crime and prevention. Issue
such as substance abuse, domestic
violence, DNA testing, the ACLU and the
widespread use of the Internet will be
discussed in their relation to the
criminal justice system and Homeland
Security. (Cross-referenced to HSM 111)
(Su)
CJS 112 - Criminal
Procedures
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course presents an in-depth look at
the United States Constitution as it
relates to the rights of victims and
offenders. Due process and the
procedures to protect guaranteed rights
within the criminal justice system are
examined. (F)
CJS 115 - Principles
of Criminal Investigation
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course examines the investigative
process from the initial introduction at
the crime scene to the in-court
testimony describing the investigation
as well as an in-depth study of crime
scene procedures including recognition,
protection, documentation, and
collection of physical evidence; scene
documentation, scene search procedures;
and reconstructions from evidence and
scene pattern. (Sp)
CJS 125 -
Introduction to Law Enforcement
3 credits (Prerequisite: NONE)
This course presents an overview of law
enforcement as a profession. Topics will
include: patrol operations, ethics and
deviance, civil liability,
police-community relations and personnel
systems. Students will be exposed to the
fundamental aspects and current trends
in law enforcement. (Su)
CJS 130 -
Introduction to Computer Crimes and
Security
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: Computer
Literacy Elective)
This course offers an introduction to
information systems used within the
national security system. A framework is
provided for understanding the needs,
types, capabilities and applications of
management information systems. An
overview of existing security
information systems is presented with
implications for the future
requirements. This course will provide
an overview of computer crime and the
procedures forensic computing
specialists, law enforcement
investigators, and prosecutors must
invoke to prosecute computer criminals
successfully. Finally, the impact of
science and technology upon security
agencies and how information management
systems will prepare for the latest
challenges will also be analyzed and
discussed. (Cross-referenced to HSM 130)
(Sp, Su)
CJS 131 - Data &
Information System Security Protection
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides a comprehensive
introduction to computer security,
including computer networks, issues,
concepts and technologies. The core
technologies of access control,
cryptography, digital signatures,
authentication, network firewalls and
network security services and programs
are reviewed. Issues of security policy
and risk management are considered.
(Cross-referenced to HSM 131) (Sp)
CJS 132 - Forensic
Science
3 credits (Prerequisite: CJS 101)
This course is an introduction to
forensic science. Students will have
hands-on exposure to crime scene
investigation and evidence preparation.
Topics will include: fingerprinting,
document evidence, blood splatter,
firearm evidence and arson evidence.
(Sp)
CJS 135 - Forensic
Photography
3 credits (Prerequisite: CJS 101)
This course is an introduction to the
basic principles, equipment and
techniques of forensic photography.
Students will learn the importance of
photography and how it is used to
document, preserve, and identify
evidence. Students will develop skills
through practical experiences. Emphasis
will given to skills pertaining to
photographing a crime scene and specific
areas of a crime scene, such as
fingerprints, blood splatter, firearms,
people and vehicles. (Su)
CJS 140 -
Introduction to Corrections
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 101)
This course examines the nature and
application of corrections and
punishment and provides an overview of
criminological, historical, legal, and
policy-oriented works. This course
discusses the foundations of corrections
and relates them to contemporary
correctional issues. This course
encourages critical thinking about the
future direction corrections should
take. (Sp)
CJS 150 - Criminology
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 140 OR
DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course places special focus on
contemporary areas and issues such as
feminist theories and feminist
criminology; biological and genetic
theories of criminal behavior; violence
in the media; family assault and its
criminalization; crimes of violence
against women in America and abroad;
mass murder in the United States; school
violence and shootings; hate crimes and
terrorism in America. Society's response
to crime is covered and addresses the
question of how security & freedom
interface in an age of increasing
globalism. (Sp)
CJS 210 - Criminal
Law
3 credits (Prerequisite: CJS 101)
This course provides students with an
introduction to the theory, history and
purposes of statutory law. Topics will
include major elements of statutory and
common law offenses. The Federal and
State penal code will be discussed. (F)
CJS 220 - Victimology
3 credits (Prerequisite: CJS 150)
This course presents an overview of
victimization, to include patterns of
victimization. Topics will include
victimization and the victim's
perspective on crime, its causes and
effects. Students will be exposed to the
consequences and roles of the victim in
today's criminal justice system. (Su)
CJS 225 - Basics of
Interview and Interrogation Techniques
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 112)
Students will be provided the study of
basic principles of all types of
investigations utilized in the criminal
justice system. There will be an
introduction to specific knowledge in
handling crime scenes, interviews,
evidence, surveillance, follow-up,
technical resources and case
preparation. (Sp, Su)
CJS 230 - Cyber
Crime: Identity Theft and Internet
Vulnerabilities
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS/HSM 130 OR
DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course will introduce and discuss
the fastest growing crime - theft of a
person's identity, the techniques and
various ways criminals use to steal
personal information. Prevention and
ways to protect one's identity will be
discussed. This course will also focus
on the theories and techniques for
tracking attackers across the Internet
and gaining forensic information from
computer systems. This course includes
case studies of Internet-based computer
crimes and addresses limits of forensic
techniques. (Cross-referenced to HSM
230) (Su)
CJS 231 - Information
System Threats/Attacks/Defense
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS/HSM 130)
This course provides an overview of the
actors, motives and methods used in the
commission of computer-related crimes
and describes the methods used by
organizations to prevent, detect, and
respond to these crimes.
(Cross-referenced to HSM 231) (Sp)
CJS 232 - Computer
Crime Forensics and Investigative
Procedures
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 130)
This course presents an introduction to
modern criminalistics and investigative
techniques to solve crimes. The course
includes an examination and evaluation
of crime scenes with scientific analysis
of physical evidence. Individual and
group activities relating to
professional practices of forensic
science and computer science will be
explored throughout the semester.
(Cross-referenced to HSM 232) (Sp)
CJS 235 - Principals
of Personal and Physical Security
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 101)
This course will provide the student
with a basic knowledge and understanding
of personal and physical security to
include the definitions, the need, the
requirements, and review of the
controls, techniques and tools. This
course introduces participants to a
broad, in-depth look at security
planning and procedures. Students will
develop skills in intelligence
collection, surveillances, perimeter and
crime scene security, principles of
crowd and riot control, substance abuse
recognition, theft, sabotage, and
espionage. Additional topics may include
computer security, electronic criminal
investigations, firewalls and security
software, as well as crime prevention
techniques. (Cross-referenced to HSM
235) (Su)
CJS 242 -
Probation, Parole, and Community
Corrections in the United States
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 140)
This course offers a comprehensive look
at the probation and parole process. It
includes discussion of offender needs
and risks, a variety of supervision
programs, inmate re-entry issues and
solutions, and theories of crime and
rehabilitation. controversial issues are
addressed and capture the conflict
between the need to maximize community
safety and the need to control the cost
of operating prisons. Additional
attention is paid to both the juvenile
and adult populations and the book
considers how the probation officers
work with each. (Su)
CJS 243 - Juvenile
Justice in America
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 140)
Students will focus on the important
issues, emerging trends, contemporary
research, and special challenges facing
juvenile justice today. This
comprehensive exploration of the
American juvenile justice system covers
the history and philosophy of juvenile
justice, the current practices for
processing youthful offenders, the
detention of juveniles, and the
diversion of youth from the juvenile
justice system. This course gives
students an "up-close and personal" view
of the fascinating and sometimes tragic
world of the juvenile offender–and the
personal, psychological and thinking
processes that characterize juvenile
misbehavior. (Su)
CJS 250 - Service
Learning Project
3 credits (Prerequisite: Departmental
permission)
This course combines learning objectives
with service objectives. Students will
be actively involved in a community
oriented service provider with an
emphasis on providers related to the
criminal justice field. Students will
develop skills and knowledge in a
learning environment and apply them to
real-life situations. This course
extends the learning beyond the
traditional classroom and brings the
students into the community.
Transportation to internship sites is
the responsibility of the student. (Sp)
CJS 260 -
Constitutional Law
3 credits (Prerequisite: CJS 210)
This course provides students with the
basic principles of due process, as
defined by the U.S. Constitution and
Bill of Rights. Students will review
landmark decisions from the U. S.
Supreme Court and their impact on the
criminal justice system throughout
history. (Su)
CJS 290 - Research
Project in Criminal Justice
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 AND
DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course will require the student to
identity an acceptable topic in Public
Safety, to conduct extensive research
involving the identified thesis and
result in a validated conclusion. With
the instructor's approval, students may
work individually or in small groups
toward completion and presentation of
the project. (F, Sp, Su)
CJS 299 -
Internship
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course provides a supervised
internship of at least 150 hours in
order to gain practical field placement
experience in the homeland security area
including law enforcement, fire service,
corrections, public/private sector
safety or security, protective services
environments, or other Public Safety
areas. Transportation to internship
sites is the responsibility of the
student. (F, Sp, Su)
COM 101 - Public Speaking
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Designed to develop students' speaking
and listening skills so that they may
become more effective communicators.
Emphasis on public speaking skills and
use of research techniques; focus
includes organization, delivery, and
adaptation to the audience. Students
prepare and deliver several major
speeches; students employ interviewing
and group discussion techniques. CS comm
(F, Sp, Su)
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ECE 101 - Introduction to Early
Childhood Education
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to acquaint
students with the field of early
childhood education. Students will be
introduced to the history and philosophy
of early childhood educators and
programs that have laid the foundation
of early childhood education and
curriculum development. Students will
have an understanding of social and
psychological factors that influence a
child overall. This course will provide
students with an introductory
understanding of how to develop a daily
schedule in order to run an effective
classroom. It emphasizes practical
information that can be used in working
with young children. It will help the
student become aware of teacher's
responsibilities and the importance of
accountability. Students will learn how
to observe children and write goals and
objectives. They will also learn ways
that are effective in working with other
early childhood professionals in the day
to day running of an effective program.
Students will study the family and
understand the importance of making
connections to family members. Modern
development, research, administration,
curriculum, and trends in early
childhood education will be covered. (F,SP)
ECE 102 - Health, Safety and Nutrition
for Early Childhood Programs
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course introduces students to the
licensing and NAEYC requirements for
creating healthy and safe environments.
This course provides guidelines for
establishing safe environments, room
arrangement, accident prevention
procedures, and sanitation guidelines.
Students will examine the liability
issues in childcare. his course provides
objectives for developing health
policies, controlling disease, solving
ethical dilemmas related to health and
safety, establishing proper nutrition,
and responding to children's special
health concerns. This course will
examine legal and state guidelines
governing licensed childcare programs.
Students will explore ways to
incorporate cooking activities into
curriculum and create warm friendly
settings for positive mealtime
experiences. (SP, SU)
ECE 110 - Creativity and the Young Child
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 or Departmental
Permission)
This course is designed for students to
become aware of the importance of
creativity in the early childhood
classroom and be able to design and
implement activities in the classroom to
foster this development. Students will
review theories of early childhood
education and determine how these
theories relate to creativity
development. Students will explore music
and movement, art, sand and water,
blocks, dramatic play, and more as they
plan developmentally appropriate
activities for young children. (F)
ECE 120 - Math and Science for Young
Children
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 or Departmental
Permission)
This course is designed for students to
develop an understanding of early math
and science concepts. Students will
explore and develop materials that can
be used throughout the early childhood
environment. Students will become
familiar with the CT. Framework and the
goals and objectives related to early
math and science development. Students
will design developmentally appropriate
math and science explorations for young
children. Students will also explore
developmentally appropriate materials
and literature for young children that
foster early math and science skills and
discuss the importance of the teacher as
facilitator. (SP)
ECE 140 - Early Childhood Practicum I
6 credits
(PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: ECE 101 or
ECE 102)
This course serves as a practical 240
hours of field experience that is based
on the theories and learning outcomes
associated with the overall Early
Childhood curricula. Students will
engage in project-based learning within
an actual early childhood classroom that
allows further exploration of
professional work associated in early
childhood. The course will integrate
experiential learning, supervision, and
reflection as students engage in defined
projects within the work setting. This
course will provide opportunities to
practice early childhood theories,
strategies, and techniques under the
supervision of early childhood teachers,
directors, and the instructor. It will
also provide students the opportunity to
return to the classroom in a seminar to
discuss and evaluate their experiences.
This class will enable students to learn
effective methods of working in an early
childhood setting. In this course,
students will begin coursework towards
their CDA resource file. Formerly listed
as ECE 210. Not open to students who
have complete ECE 210. (F,SU)
ECE 141 - Early Childhood Practicum II
6 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ECE 140)
This course serves as a continuation of
the practical 240 hours of field
experience learned in Early Childhood
Practicum I. Students will continue to
engage in project-based learning within
an actual early childhood classroom that
allows further exploration of
professional work associated with early
childhood. The course will again
integrate experiential learning,
supervision, and reflection as students
engage in defined projects within the
work setting. This course will provide
opportunities to practice early
childhood theories, strategies, and
techniques under the supervision of
early childhood teachers, directors, and
the instructor. It will enable students
to learn effective methods of working in
an early childhood setting. Students
will be required to attend three
seminars to discuss and evaluate their
experiences. Students will complete
their resource file for CDA at the
culmination of this course. (F, S)
ECE 201 - The
Exceptional Child and Learner
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 or
Departmental Permission)
This course focuses on working with
exceptional students, including children
who are gifted and talented and those
who require special education. Students
will learn methods for identifying,
planning for and working effectively
with such children in a regular
classroom. Students will become familiar
with various materials and how to adapt
materials so that they are effective
with working with the exceptional
learner. Formerly listed as EDU 121 and
ECE 201. Not open to students who have
completed EDU 121 or ECE 201. (SU)
ECE 210 - Observation and Assessment in
the Early Childhood Classroom
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 or Departmental
Permission)
This course is designed for students to
develop an understanding of the process
and importance of observation and
assessment of classroom environments,
young children, and of teacher
performance. Students will learn how to
take appropriate observation notes and
explore a variety of methods for
collecting and analyzing this data.
Students will learn how to create
individual portfolios for young children
and explore how to use the information
contained in these portfolios for
individual and group curriculum
planning. Students will visit programs
and use observation tools presented in
class to assess the quality of the
assigned early childhood environment.
Students will practice using information
to develop appropriate action plans and
next steps as part of the evaluation
process. Four 4- hour visits are
required. (SP)
ECE 220 - Multicultural Aspects of Early
Childhood
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 or Departmental
Permission)
This course introduces multicultural
theory as it relates to the early
childhood classroom. Students will
explore various pioneers in this field
including Sonia Nieto and James Banks.
Students will create activities that
encourage acceptance and promote an
anti-bias climate in the classroom.
Students will explore programs that have
implemented various anti-bias approaches
in their classrooms. (SU)
ECE 221 - Social and Emotional
Development in Young Children
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: Departmental Permission)
This course is designed for students to
gain knowledge and understanding of
social-emotional development in young
children, ages birth-age 8. Students
will explore attachment theory as it
relates to children's development and
examine how children develop socially
throughout early childhood. Creating
supportive environments, building
relationships, facilitating transitions,
and identifying children's feelings will
be examined during this course. (F)
ECE 231 - Early Language and Literacy
Development
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 or Department
Permission)
This course introduces students to the
language and literacy development of
children from birth-age 8. Students will
examine the importance of adult
interaction as a way to facilitate
children's early literacy skills
consisting of reading, writing,
speaking, and listening. Students will
also explore the various components of
language: oral, written, and nonverbal.
Students will learn how to plan
purposeful literacy activities in the
classroom where children are active
participants in their learning. (F)
ECE 250 - Student Teaching
6 credits
(PREREQUISITE: Departmental Permission)
Students will participate in 225 hours
of training at an approved NAEYC
accredited site. Students will work
closely with the mentoring teacher and
assume appropriate responsibilities. In
addition to the 225-hour training,
students are required to attend a 3-hour
per week seminar. The 225 hours and
attendance at the seminars are required
in order for completion of this course.
(SP)
ECE 270 - Supervision
and Administration in Early Childhood
Programs
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: None)
This course is designed to provide
students with an opportunity to
understand the importance and
application of developmentally
appropriate practices and examine the
role and responsibilities of the early
childhood administrator. This course
will provide an overview of the
policies, procedures, and leadership
practices vital to the early childhood
administrator's position. This course
addresses planning for high quality
child care and education facilities,
including but not limited to staffing,
financing, licensing, scheduling,
policies, NAEYC accreditation, and
organizing staff professional
development. (SU)
ECE 302 - Infant and
Toddler Development and Curriculum
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ECE 101)
This course is an in-depth study of the
growth and development of an infant from
conception through three years old.
Students will examine developmental
milestones and educational theory.
Students will have an opportunity to
connect theory and developmental
milestones to curriculum and
environmental planning. Students will
compare various forms of curriculum
planning models such as High Scope,
Creative Curriculum, R.I.E. approach,
and Early Head Start. This course will
also focus on observing infants and
toddlers and connecting with families of
our youngest children. (Sp)
ECE 315 -
Family-School-Community Partnerships
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ECE 101)
This course explores the role of
relationships between families, schools,
and the communities in which families
reside. Students will deepen their
understanding of the importance of
family involvement in the school system
and examine creative strategies for
including parents and families in the
school. Students will also analyze
contemporary family patterns and
composition in order to more effectively
connect with the families in their
communities. Students will recognize
that children are highly impacted by the
environments in which they live
therefore topics in curriculum planning
for social studies in early childhood
classrooms will be explored and students
will have opportunities to plan
activities including community partners.
Major theorists such as Dr. Joyce
Epstein will be studied. This course
also includes a 5-hour community
volunteer project of the student's
choice. (F)
ECE 320 - Technology
and Education
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: None)
This course is designed to familiarize
students with the technology
possibilities in education. Students
will identify and locate educational
technology options and evaluate their
efficiency and purpose. Students will
design classroom curriculum where
technology is an essential component for
both the teacher and the children.
Students will have opportunities to
observe the use of technology in
education programs and will also have
opportunities to use technology
themselves in various programs. Students
will become familiar with the National
Educational Technology Standards (NETS)
as developed by the International
Society for Technology Education (ITSE).
(Sp)
ECE 330 Teaching
Social Studies in Early Childhood
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 and
Departmental Permission)
This course was designed to expose
students to the broad concepts involved
in teaching social studies to young
children. Social Studies encompass a
wide array of topics that affect
individual's lives, group dynamics and
the community at large. It is imperative
that early childhood teachers understand
the numerous influences that impact
social studies in the field of early
childhood education. In this course,
students will examine many topics, such
as but not limited to, people, places
and environments, culture, community and
individual development. While grasping
an understanding of how to plan for
student learning and creating
environments that will enhance
children's knowledge of social studies
concepts. (Su)
ECE 340 - Exceptional
Child II
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ECE 101 and ECE
201)
This course is designed to familiarize
students with the characteristics and
needs of all exceptional learners. This
course will expose students to social
reform related to special education
services so that students can gain a
deeper understanding of the special
education system in this country.
Students will have opportunities to
ponder opposing viewpoints on special
education issues. Students will explore
various strategies for planning
environments and curriculum that will
benefit all children while planning with
special education children in mind.
Students will deeply explore Autism
Spectrum Disorder, learning how to
recognize symptoms, modify environments,
and plan appropriately so that children
can be successful. A large focus of this
course will be on community outreach and
family involvement. (Sp)
ECE 370 - Leadership
in Early Education
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: None)
This course offers students the
opportunity to expand their
comprehension of leadership and what it
means to be a leader and mentor within
education. This course will provide
in-depth knowledge and understanding of
leadership and advocacy within early
childhood education and beyond. The goal
of this course is to encourage
individual leadership development and to
support and nurture each student in
developing and achieving their personal
leadership goals. (SP)
ECE 402 - Children's
Literature
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ECE 231)
This course is designed to acquaint
students with the variety of literature
available to for young children.
Criteria for selecting books will be
reviewed as well as the most appropriate
methods for selecting books for young
children. Students will review the
importance of building books into the
classroom curriculum and have
opportunities to create lesson plans
linked to various forms of children's
literature. (F)
ECE 410 - Education
Research
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: Math 167)
This course was designed to familiarize
students with research reports. Students
will read, analyze and critique research
reports The reports read will include
experimental, descriptive, qualitative,
and historical approaches. Students will
learn how to write their own research
report and collect the appropriate
supporting data. Students will discuss
the difference between qualitative and
quantitative research and determine how
each can be used as complementary
approaches to educational research. (F)
ECE 430 - Ethical
Trends and Issues in Early Education
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: None)
This course is designed for students to
take a deeper look into the field of
early childhood education. Students will
examine current trends and laws
impacting the profession. They will
analyze circumstances concerning
parents, communities, and schools and
discuss the ethical responsibilities and
legal aspects of these situations.
Students will have opportunities to
ponder where the field is headed and
what implications it will have on the
children in our care. (F)
ECE 450 - Child Study
Capstone
6 credits (42 credits in early childhood
and departmental permission)
This course is designed to give students
hands on learning experience at the
culmination of their degree. Students
will examine issues in education during
the seminar as well as share their
experiences and insight as to what they
are learning in their placements.
Students will use reflective practice
techniques in this course by keeping an
extensive journal documenting their
experience. Students will have the
opportunity to choose the type of
placement they would like based upon
their career interests. (SP)
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ECN 101 - Macroeconomics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course covers a broad range of
macroeconomics topics in American and
global economies. Topics focus on
aggregate economic activity including
gross national and domestic product and
national income, price levels and
inflation, supply and demand, employment
and unemployment, domestic savings and
investment, fiscal and monetary policy,
and international trade. G w (F)
ECN 102 – Microeconomics
3 Credits
(PREREQUISITES NONE)
This course examines the segment of the
economy which includes individual
businesses or industries, individual
consumers, and individual products. It
will examine the production, allocation
and distribution of goods and services
in a world of scarce resources. The
course will explore basic concepts of
opportunity, cost, supply and demand,
taxation, cost theory, perfect
competition, monopoly and other types of
market structures. G us (Sp)
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EDU 122 - Instructional Skills and
Strategies
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will demonstrate to students
how the art and science of teaching come
together in an effective classroom.
Students will learn the methodology of
instructional techniques, including
observation, evaluation, and reporting
skills. Students will be introduced to
the elements of teaching, including
educational goals and objectives, the
components of an effective lesson plan,
how to manage small and large group
instruction and the techniques for
observing and recording students'
performance. This course provides
guidelines for establishing safe
environments, room arrangement, accident
prevention procedures, and sanitation
guidelines. Students will examine the
liability issues associated with
childcare. This course will provide
objectives for developing health
policies, controlling disease,
establishing proper nutrition, and
responding to children's special health
concerns. Emphasis is placed on writing
objectives, activities goals, program
goals, lesson plans, and creating
thematic ideas. This class will provide
an up-to-date review of teacher
planning, teaching methods, and
assessments. (Sp)
EDU 240 - Building Language Arts for
Elementary Classrooms
This course is designed to introduce
students to topics and areas of
instruction of a Language Arts
curriculum for elementary-age children.
Students will explore language
acquisition theory and will gain
experience in planning for children's
development of such language skills as
comprehension, vocabulary, and beginning
reading and writing. Students will learn
about the process of language
acquisition for English Language
Learners and how to plan appropriately
for their learning. (Su)
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EMT-P 101 - Paramedic I
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE, COREQUISITE: BIO
108)
This course introduces students to the
world of advanced life support (ALS)
emergency medical services (EMS), as
well as provides the students with a
more comprehensive view of EMS systems
and careers. This course covers most of
the national standard curriculum's
"Preparatory" module and some of the
"Operations" module. Additionally, this
course introduces students to some
advanced life support skills and seeks
to lay the foundations required for
students to develop advanced operational
and clinical decision-making skills. A
laboratory component provides students
with an opportunity to practice and
develop required competencies. (F)
EMT-P 102 - Paramedic II
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: EMT-P 101, COREQUISITE:
BIO 109)
This course instructs students in the
proper techniques for advanced patient
assessment. After completing the
assessment portion, students are
introduced to advanced trauma care,
reviewing concepts related to traumatic
injury patterns, and paramedic trauma
procedures. The course challenges
students to refine their operational and
clinical decision-making skills with an
emphasis on clinical decision-making in
trauma settings. The course covers the
"Patient Assessment" and "Trauma"
modules of the paramedic national
curriculum, as well as one component of
the "Special Considerations" module. A
laboratory component provides students
with an opportunity to practice and
develop required competencies. (Sp)
EMT-P 103 - Paramedic III
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: EMT-P 102)
This course teaches students advanced
pre-hospital care for medical
emergencies. With a particular emphasis
on assessments, recognition, and
life-saving interventions for acute
medical disorders, students will apply
learned concepts and be challenged to
refine their operational and clinical
decision-making skills, with an emphasis
on clinical decision-making in medical
settings. This course covers the
"Medical" module of the national
standard curriculum. A laboratory
component provides students with an
opportunity to practice and develop
required competencies. (Su)
EMT-P 110 - Paramedic Clinical I
2 credits (COREQUISITES: EMT-P 101)
The paramedic "clinicals" provide
opportunities for students to apply what
they are learning in their classroom and
laboratory in a controlled clinical
environment. The clinical courses
provide a vital link between the
classroom and real-world patients.
Students work under the direct
supervision of assigned clinical
preceptors in a variety of settings, but
primarily in the emergency department.
Clinical experiences are taken
concurrently with paramedic classroom
work during respective semesters of the
program. Students are required to spend
8 hours per week in the clinical
setting. (F)
EMT-P 120 Paramedic Clinical II
2 credits (COREQUISITES: EMT-P 102)
The
paramedic "clinicals" provide
opportunities for students to apply what
they are learning in their classroom and
laboratory in a controlled clinical
environment. The clinical courses
provide a vital link between the
classroom and real-world patients.
Students work under the direct
supervision of assigned clinical
preceptors in a variety of settings, but
primarily in the emergency department.
Clinical experiences are taken
concurrently with paramedic classroom
work during respective semesters of the
program. Students are required to spend
8 hours per week in the clinical
setting. (Sp)
EMT-P 130 - Paramedic Clinical III
2
credits (Corequisite: EMT-P 103)
The paramedic "clinicals" provide
opportunities for students to apply what
they are learning in their classroom and
laboratory in a controlled clinical
environment. The clinical courses
provide a vital link between the
classroom and real-world patients.
Students work under the direct
supervision of assigned clinical
preceptors in a variety of settings, but
primarily in the emergency department.
Clinical experiences are taken
concurrently with paramedic classroom
work during respective semesters of the
program. Students are required to spend
8 hours per week in the clinical
setting. (Su)
EMT-P 201 - Paramedic IV
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: EMT-P 103, COREQUISITE:
EMT-P 210)
This course is designed to refine the
skills and knowledge of the advanced
paramedic student. The course covers
special situations and special
populations the paramedic faces in the
field. The course is designed to run
concurrently with EMT-P 210-Field
Internship, allowing students to take
advantage of the opportunity to
integrate their field experience with
the classroom. This course covers the
"Special Considerations" and portions of
the "Operations" modules of the
paramedic national standard curriculum.
A laboratory component provides students
with an opportunity to practice and
develop required competencies. (F)
EMT-P 210 - Field Internship
2 credits (COEREQUISITE:
EMT-P 201)
This field internship provides students
an opportunity to practice as
entry-level paramedics under the direct
supervision of approved field mentors.
This course provides the opportunity for
students to practice their skills and
application of learned knowledge, while
allowing for twice-weekly opportunities
to share their experience with course
faculty and peers, allowing for guided
reflection, modification during practice
and vicarious learning from peers. (F)
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ENG 088 - Reading Dynamics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION
SCORE)
This course is designed to enhance
students' competence in reading, writing
and speaking and to prepare them for
various types of college assignments.
Emphasis is on developing reading skills
and building vocabulary. Students
analyze a variety of readings through
class discussions and written responses.
The goal of this course is to provide
enriched opportunities to improve
reading comprehension, vocabulary, and
sentence building skills. This course
does not count towards credit
requirements for any certificate or
degree programs. (F,Sp, Su)
ENG 089 - Fundamentals of Reading and
Writing
3 Credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION OR
"C" OR BETTER IN ENG 088)
This course introduces and reviews basic
grammar rules and promotes
sentence-building skills. This course
focuses on developing reading
comprehension and vocabulary building,
and emphasizes the development of
sentence structure and style. The goal
of this course is to engage students in
mastering grammar concepts and
developing interpretive reading and
writing skills. This course does not
count towards credit requirements for
any certificate or degree programs. (F,Sp,
Su)
ENG 099 - Reading/Writing Connection
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION OR
"C" OR BETTER IN ENG 089)
This course reviews and extends grammar
concepts and sentence-building skills
and is designed to develop students'
language skills used in reading,
writing, and interpretation. The course
focuses on the writing and editing
process needed for creating strong
paragraphs. Varied reading samples are
used for class discussion and written
response. This course will culminate
with preparation of a 3 - 5 paragraph
essay. This course does not count
towards credit requirements for any
certificate or degree programs. (F,Sp,
Su)
ENG 101 - English Composition
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION OR
"C" OR BETTER IN ENG 099)
Designed to develop clear and effective
college-level writing. Emphasis on the
composing process including topic
selection, drafting, editing, and
proofreading of final drafts. Focus is
on organization of ideas, effective
sentence and paragraph structure,
grammar and usage. Students will learn
the techniques for writing major essays
and research papers. CS comp (F, Sp, Su)
ENG 102 - Composition & Literature
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ENG 101)
Provides additional composition
skill-building. Students are required to
write extensively on topics related to
various genres of serious literature and
are expected to explain and support
their ideas in writing. Focus is on
learning how to read, interpret and
critically analyze literary selections.
A research paper is required in this
course. CS comp (F, Sp, Su)
ENG 110 - Grant Writing
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 )
Designed
to provide students with a general
introduction to the field of grant
writing. Instruction provides
information on types of grants, common
requirements of grant applications, and
elements of a grant application.
Students will learn to convey grant
needs, assess resources, design a
management plan, develop a budget, and
conduct evaluations. Includes common
grant applications, letters of inquiry,
introductory letters, written contracts,
formal reports and common
correspondence. CS comp (F)
ENG 115 - Writing for the Human Services
Professional
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101)
This
course will review the writing,
documentation and recordkeeping skills
required in human service professions.
The course will prepare students to
accurately and effectively document
service delivery in a variety of
organizational settings. Students will
learn to create and maintain case
records and progress notes as well as
prepare professional reports and
discharge summaries. In addition, the
course will examine legal and ethical
issues pertaining to documentation and
recordkeeping. CS comp (Sp)
ENG 125 - Writing for the Business
Professional
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101)
This course introduces students to the
tools and techniques for writing and
presenting professional and technical
information. The emphasis is on how to
apply these tools and techniques to
on-the-job communications. The course
also covers conventional courtesies in
the workplace, diversity awareness, and
the importance of adapting communication
media and messages to differing audience
needs. (Cross-referenced with BUS 103)
CS comp (F, Sp)
ENG 201 - Introduction to Literature
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ENG 101)
Four major genre of literature –
fiction, poetry, drama, and essay.
Selections for reading and analysis
highlight major literary archetypes and
universal themes; includes works of the
Greeks, Shakespeare and contemporary
authors. Students are expected to
articulate their responses in class
discussion as well as written
assignments. A research paper is
required in this course. C r (Sp)
ENG 220 - Writing for
Health Professionals
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 and 3 additional
credits in composition)
An intensive
writing course providing development of
writing skills for the healthcare
professional; emphasis on writing as a
communication skill necessary in the
healthcare field. Includes compiling,
organizing, and logically presenting
scientific and health information using
citation and references. Training in the
use of computer searches (use of search
engines, the web, and college library
resources) for locating data and content
to develop research papers included.
Students will be expected to read
literature related to healthcare issues
and respond in essay format. CS, aw, r
(F, Sp)
ENG 225 - Creative Writing
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Explores writing as a creative art, with
a specific focus on writing for
children. Students will read, discuss,
and write poetry, fiction, essays, and
plays that are adapted to children from
birth to 5 years. C aw (Su)
ENG 230 - American Literature I
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Explores early American literature
spanning centuries beginning with the
European settlement through the early
twentieth century. Students read,
discuss, and write about the poetry,
fiction, essays, and plays that
represent the themes and perspectives of
these centuries. C (F)
ENG 235 - American Literature II
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 230)
Reading and analyzing a selection of
American short stories from the
nineteenth and twentieth centuries. A
chronological and historical emphasis on
the development of the genre. Authors
may include Poe, Melville, Crane,
Hawthorne, Twain, Gilman, Welty, Porter,
and O'Connor. C (Sp)
ENG 240 - The American Short Story
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Students will read and analyze a
selection of American short stories from
the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Study will be chronological and
historical with emphasis on the
development of the genre. Authors may
include Poe, Melville, Crane, Hawthorne,
Twain, Gilman, Welty, Porter, and
O'Connor. C (F)
ENG 245 - Contemporary American Poetry
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
An introduction to contemporary poetic
voices; reviews the predecessors and
progresses to our modern poets: Lowell,
Plath, Wilbur, Ginsberg, Bishop, and
Brooks. Culminates in an in-depth survey
of some of the newest voices of the
exploding Multicultural Renaissance,
including Komunyakaa, Ai, Marilyn
Nelson, and Lucille Clifton. Discussions
on the emergence of poetic movements
such as the Beats, Language and
Confessional Poetry, Feminism,
Multiculturalism and Urban Poetry. C mc
(Sp)
ENG 250 - English Literature I
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Explores various genres and periods of
English literature, from Anglo-Saxon
England to the Renaissance, analyzing
for both literary content and historical
context. Readings selected from a list
of authors whose works have been
recognized for their literary merit. C
(F)
ENG 255 - English Literature II
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 250)
Explores various genres and periods of
English literature, from the Restoration
and Eighteenth-Century Literature to
modern times, analyzing for both
literary content and historical context.
Readings selected from a list of authors
whose works have been recognized for
their literary merit. C (Sp)
ENG 305 - The Modern Novel
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Study of twentieth and twenty-first
century novels and representative
excerpts from authors including Maya
Angelou, Laura Esquivel, F. Scott
Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, Khaled
Hosseini, and Elie Wiesel. Extensive
writing and research paper required. C
aw r (F)
ENG 310 - Great Books of Western
Literature
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Explores works of Western Literature
that have significant impact on modern
writing covering a sampling of ancient
philosophers, poets, dramatists, and
historians from Homer to St. Augustine.
Includes literary works of Middle Ages
to the 19th and 20th centuries, studies
one of the longest surviving Old English
epic poem, Beowulf, and selected works
of Shakespeare, Goethe, Wordsworth,
Beckett, Whitman, Dickens, Twain, and
Faulkner. Reading, discussing and
writing about the literary expressions
throughout the ages. Extensive writing
and research paper required. C aw r (Sp)
ENG 311 - Greek Tragedy in Translation
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Examines the extant tragedies of
Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, and
the world which frames these works;
includes philosophical issues of
determinism and free will, moral law and
man-made law, human nature under
incredible strain, changing
relationships of friendship and enmity,
and overweening pride bred of success.
Considers the evolution and conventions
of Greek drama and its influence on
later literature, music, and film.
Extensive writing and research paper
required. aw r (F)
ENG 390 - Shakespeare's Best Known
Comedies, Tragedies and Romances
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & 3
additional credits in composition)
Introduces representative plays and
excerpts from William Shakespeare's
comedies, tragedies, and romances;
explores literary form including
Shakespeare's masterful use of dramatic
language, plot development and character
construction, as well as examination of
his moral, social, and political
commentaries and their relevance today.
Extensive writing and research paper
required. C aw r (Su)
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ENV 103 - Introduction
to Environmental Science
4 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This core course for the Environmental
Studies Program will provide an overview
of 1) scientific principles on which
studies of the environment are based; 2)
current understandings of environmental
problems from a scientific perspective;
and, 3) evaluation of scientific
evidence. Occasional field trips will be
required. (F, Sp, Su)
ENV 110 Environmental Ethics
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course examines diverse
perspectives regarding values and
environmental responsibility as well as
the social actors and movements which
embody them. Foci may include: Western
Civilization and environmental ethics,
environmental values in non-western
cultures, environmental values in small
scale societies, the aesthetics of
nature, environmental values in fiction,
and ecological ethics and technology.
(F)
ENV 120 Environmental Law & Regulations
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides the background and
skills development needed to understand
and apply environmental law and
regulations. Topics include: vocabulary
of environmental regulation; the
framework of federal, tribal and state
environmental laws; basic
legal/administrative processes; science
and techniques for setting environmental
standards; reporting, permitting and
enforcement; stakeholder and public
involvement in the regulatory process;
and, negotiation and conflict resolution
methods. (F)
ENV 130 Explorations in Riverine Ecology
4 credits (PREREQUISITE: BIO 121)
Students will be introduced to the
ecology of river and stream ecosystems.
Analysis of biological communities,
physical and chemical attributes,
watershed dynamics and current
ecological theory will be covered. The
course will focus on student
participation in literature reading and
discussions, field investigations, and
lectures on general principles in river
ecology. Field investigation of the
Connecticut and Hockanum Rivers and
analyses of water and soil samples will
be included as field and laboratory
investigations. (Sp)
ENV 140
Water Utility Management
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course offers detailed information
regarding all major areas of
responsibility of a utility manager.
Discussion will focus on why planning,
organization, and recordkeeping are
critical to virtually all aspects of
utility management. Practical,
up-to-date staffing guidelines presented
in this course reflect widely accepted
management practices for interviewing,
hiring, supervising, and disciplining
employees. Legal requirements of recent
federal legislation such as the
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
are discussed, as is the importance of
developing policies and procedures for
dealing with harassment, grievances, and
violence in the workplace. In addition,
this course highlights the essential
elements of effective oral and written
communications, including formal and
informal public relations programs. A
major segment of this course focuses on
the financial management of a utility.
Topics discussed in this segment include
assessing the financial strength and
stability of the utility, budgeting, and
funding capital improvements. (Su)
ENV 142 Water Treatment & Operations
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to train
students in the practical aspects of
operating and maintaining water
treatment plants, emphasizing safe
practices and procedures. Information is
presented on the importance and
responsibilities of a water treatment
plant operator, sources of water,
reservoir management, and intake
structures. Students will learn how to
safely operate and maintain coagulation,
flocculation, sedimentation, filtration,
and disinfection processes. They will
also learn to control tastes and odors
in drinking water, control corrosion to
meet the requirements of the Lead and
Copper Rule, perform basic water
laboratory procedures, and solve
arithmetic problems commonly associated
with water treatment plant operations.
An important segment of the course
provides operators information on
overall plant operation and covers
topics such as daily operating
procedures, regulation of flows,
chemical use and handling, records and
reports, plant maintenance, safety and
security, emergency conditions and
procedures, handling complaints, and
energy conservation. (Su)
Env 145 Oceans and
Human Health
2 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course examines
the interdisciplinary relationships
between the oceans and human
health. Global climate change, Harmful
Algal Blooms (HABs), marine
pharmaceuticals, and
the use of marine organisms as
biomedical models are just some of the
topics to be presented.
Federal policies on oceans and human
health will also be explored.
This will be a very interactive course
with online discussions and breakout
rooms, as well as a
course project focused on integration of
concepts that makes up 40% of the final
grade.
ENV 146 Water Distribution Systems
Operation
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to train
students in the practical aspects of
operating and maintaining water
distribution systems, emphasizing safe
practices and procedures. Topics include
the role and duties of water
distribution system operators,
procedures for operating and maintaining
clear wells and storage tanks,
components and characteristics of
distribution system facilities,
operating and maintaining distribution
systems, maintaining water quality in
the system, disinfecting new and
repaired facilities as well as water
delivered to consumers, and techniques
for recognizing hazards and developing
safe procedures and programs. Students
will learn to analyze and solve problems
when they occur and perform mathematical
calculations commonly associated with
operating a distribution system. (Sp)
ENV 200 HAZWOPER
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides an overview of the
technical fundamentals of hazardous
materials management with emphasis on
physical and regulatory aspects of this
work. Successful completion of this
course qualifies a student for a 40 hour
OSHA HAZWOPER certificate. (Sp)
ENV 230 Aquatic Ecology
4 credits (PREREQUISITE: BIO 121)
An introduction to plant and animal life
in the fresh water habitats of the
Connecticut River, this course focuses
on the biology and behavior of plants,
animals, and microbes living in water.
Studies center on freshwater inland
lakes, ponds, rivers, brooks, and
wetlands. All aspects of life in fresh
water, from algae, to salmon, to
plankton are involved. Laboratory and
field work are included. (Sp)
ENV 232 Principles in Floodplain Ecology
4 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENV 103)
During this course students will learnt
to study the flow dynamics of the
Connecticut river and how they relate to
global flooding concerns along major
rivers. Topics covered include: the
structure, function and value of river
floodplain ecosystems; functioning of
river floodplain systems (river
continuum, flood-pulse, connectivity,
disturbance and stability); energy and
matter flux; global status quo of
floodplain ecosystems; heavily impacted
river systems, including ecological
deficits, constraints of human needs and
public interests to establish
semi-natural conditions; and
conservation and restoration strategies.
Laboratory and field work included. (Sp)
ENV 240 Special Topics in Water
Treatment
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENV 142)
This course will encompass areas of
specialized interest centered on
changing knowledge and important issues
in the field of water treatment. Topics
covered will vary based on the most
recent scientific information and
regulations in water treatment. (Su)
ENV 242 Special Topics in Water
Distribution
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENV 146)
This course will encompass areas of
specialized interest centered on
changing knowledge and important issues
in the field of water distribution.
Topics covered will vary based on the
most recent scientific information and
regulations in water distribution. (Su)
ENV 250 Environmental Contaminants &
Sanitation
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: BIO 121)
This course looks at how water supply,
wastewater disposal, solid wastes, air
pollution, food, vectors, and radiation
affect public health and communicable
diseases. Students will be introduced to
techniques of collecting appropriate
water, air and waste samples for
analysis and will learn how to review
the laboratory data and assess how it
relates to public health concerns.
Course includes lecture and occasional
field trips. (Sp)
ENV 252 Human Health in the Environment
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: BIO 121)
This course studies the relationship of
people to their environment, how it
affects their physical well-being and
what they can do to influence the
quality of the environment and to
enhance the protection of their health.
Emphasis on environmental factors
involved in transmission of communicable
diseases and hazards due to exposure to
chemical and physical materials in our
environment. Topics include
environmental pollutants; physical,
chemical, and biological agents of
environmental contamination through air,
water, and soil; solid and hazardous
waste; susceptible populations and risk
analysis; the scientific basis for
policy decisions; and emerging global
environmental health problems. (Su)
ENV 255 Environmental Monitoring
4 credits (PREREQUISITE: BIO 121 and CHEM 110)
Students learn environmental sampling
theory and techniques, data collection,
field and laboratory instrumentation,
quality assurance and documentation.
They will study soil, water, air and
biological sampling, and mapping and
surveying techniques. Lecture,
laboratory and field trios are included.
(Sp)
ENV 299 Environmental Internship
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: COMPLETION OF
ALL REQUIRED COURSES WORK OR PERMISSION
OF PROGRAM DIRECTOR)
The internship experience will offer
students an opportunity to carry class
lectures, readings and research beyond
the classroom, enriching their studies
with new depth and complexity uniquely
provided by first-hand experience. The
internship requires 135 hours of work at
a facility. The internship may be
undertaken during the regular school
year or during the summer; however,
internship presentations and papers can
only be evaluated during fall or spring
semesters. At the beginning of the
internship, students and the internship
advisor will agree to a learning
contract that establishes specific goals
as well as a schedule for achieving
them. Interns will meet collectively
during the semester to share their
experiences and to present brief
reports. (F, Sp, Su)
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HIS 101 - Contemporary Issues in
American History
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Provides a study of America's political,
social, intellectual, and diplomatic
history from 1900 to the present. Covers
World War I, the New Deal, World War II,
Vietnam, race relations, social and
political conflicts, and economics of
the 20th century. Provides study of
recent presidential administrations and
21st century national and international
issues, including the impact of a global
economy on contemporary America. G us
(F)
HIS 110 –
Introduction to African American Studies
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Provides an interdisciplinary survey of
the African-American experience from
pre-colonial Africa to the present.
Focus is on key figures and a wide range
of contemporary issues, history of
slavery and the struggle for freedom and
justice. G us (Sp)
HIS 120 - Modern
World History
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Examines the
political, economic, cultural, and
intellectual development of nations
across the world in the years since
1900, as well as the emergence of
non-governmental centers of power such
as terrorist groups and international
corporations. Includes the Great Power
Rivalries and World War I, the
increasing importance of the United
States in the world, Latin American
issues, the roles of Japan, China and
India in the Far East, the evolution of
Israeli/Arab hostility, the independence
movements in Africa, global
interrelations today, and the rise of
non-governmental powers such as
terrorist groups and international
corporations. G w (Su)
HIS 315 - Minorities
and Immigrants in the United States
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HIS 101 & ENG 101)
This advanced,
research-oriented course provides a
study of the experiences of America's
immigrants and minorities. Beginning
with the first English and Spanish
settlements and their effect on the
earliest inhabitants, the course moves
on to issues of slavery, and the Irish
immigration. The main focus of the
course is on developments since the
1880s covering well-assimilated
Europeans and Russian Jews; new
immigrants of Hispanic, Asiatic, Middle
Eastern origin; and African Americans
and women taking their place in American
society. Students are required to do a
major project using either oral history
or written and literary sources on
issues confronting newer ethnic or
otherwise disadvantaged groups. G us mc
aw r (F)
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HLT 102 - Introduction to Histology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Principles and practices of quality
management, laboratory safety,
professional conduct and laboratory
information systems are outlined. This
course orients the student to
procedures, policies and manuals.
Laboratory instruction will include
explanation and demonstration of
regulatory agencies, glassware, solution
preparation, troubleshooting, quality
control and safety procedures as well as
precautions given in the laboratory
setting. Care and use of a microscope,
basic tissue identification to include
sectioning artifacts. This laboratory
experience demonstrates a working
knowledge of instrumentation, supplies,
and solutions. (F, Sp)
HLT 110 - Histologic Techniques
3 credits (COREQUISITE:
HLT 102)
This course introduces students to the
various methods employed in sectioning
of tissue, bone decalcification,
mounting media, and embedding in the
following media: paraffin, celloidin,
and plastic. It runs concurrently with
HLT 102. (F, Sp)
HLT 111 - Basic Staining & Fixation
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HLT 110)
This course describes theoretical and
practical aspects of routine nuclear and
cytoplasmic stains. Quality control of
routine staining is also involved.
Students are taught principles and
concepts, which closely coincide with
the laboratory content taught in the
student lab. Detailed analysis of use
and methods employed in fixation. Topics
include primary fixatives, modifiers,
mixtures, factors, artifacts, compatible
staining procedures, methods and
instruments employed in fixation of
tissue specimens. (Sp, Su)
HLT 112 - Histology Laboratory I
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HLT 102; COREQUISITE: HLT
111)
Throughout this laboratory experience
the student acquires a working knowledge
of sectioning biopsies, levels, serial
and step sections, processing schedules,
paraffin embedding of tissue, paraffin
sectioning techniques, routine staining,
mounting techniques, and
troubleshooting. (Sp, Su)
HLT 210 - Staining II
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HLT 111)
This staining course closely coincides
with anatomy topics. Subject matter
covers staining of: carbohydrates,
microorganisms, nerve tissue, lipids,
special cells, microincineration, eye
techniques, hematopathogy as well as
primary reagents or dyes, mechanisms of
actions and source of error in staining
and appropriate corrections. (Sp, Su)
HLT 211 - Histology Laboratory II
2 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HLT 112, COREQUISITE HLT
210)
This course is offered concurrently with
staining II lectures, hands on
application of dyes, and microscopic
evaluations. (Sp, Su)
HLT 230 - Histology Capstone & Seminar
3 credits (COREQUISITE:
HLT 290)
Concurrent with HLT 290, principles and
methodologies for all major areas
commonly practiced in a modern
histopathology laboratory are presented
and performed. A seminar detailing the
students progression at the clinical
site and summation project and portfolio
will be presented by the students. (F,
Su)
HLT 290 - Histology Clinical Experience
7 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HLT 211)
Students master the procedures and hone
their technical skills at a clinical
site under the supervision of an
experienced technician. Clinical
significance of laboratory procedures in
diagnosis and treatment is applied.
Students perform various routine duties
(coverslipping, sectioning, staining,
decalcification, and gross tissue
handling, etc). This practical
experience combined with techniques
acquired in the student lab enables the
student to become accustomed to applying
histologic procedures to a scheduled
arrangement of duties with established
deadlines. (F, Su)
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HSC 100 - CPR for the Health
Professional
1 credit
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
The BLS Healthcare Provider Course
teaches CPR skills for helping victims
of all ages including doing ventilation
with a barrier device, a bag-mask
device, and oxygen. Students also learn
how to use an automated external
defibrillator (AED). Finally, students
will learn how to provide relief of
foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO).
It's intended for participants who
provide heath care to patients in a wide
variety of settings, including
in-hospital and out-of-hospital. This
course is appropriate for certified or
non-certified, licensed or non-licensed
healthcare professionals. (F, Sp, Su)
HSC 101 - Introduction to Healthcare
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course
introduces concepts that are fundamental
to all healthcare occupations. Topics
will include the structure of the
healthcare system and current trends in
healthcare. A variety of healthcare
careers, including qualifications,
educational requirements and personal
characteristics will also be discussed.
Finally, communication with patients and
other professionals, lifestyle choices
and ethical-legal issues will also be
emphasized. (Su)
HSC 105 - Medical Terminology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course teaches medical terminology
through the presentation of root words,
prefixes and suffixes. Correct spelling
and pronunciation of these terms is
stressed throughout. Introduction to
common medical abbreviations, symbols
and body systems will also be presented.
Formerly listed as MED 101. (F, Sp, Su)
HSC 110 - Medicine and Society
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course focuses on individual,
community and institutional health care
needs and issues from both the
bio-medical and socio-cultural points of
view. It explores issues regarding
health care insurance, the uninsured and
underserved, managed care and changes in
healthcare marketplace, and provides an
overview of major diseases, including
epidemics, chronic and acute illness.
Discussion of the role of health
promotion and prevention will also be
explored. (Su)
HSC 111 - Medical Law
and Ethics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course addresses
medical ethics, medical practice acts,
legal responsibilities of the health
professional, professional liability and
the civic duties of the health
professional. The class makes use of the
Internet, newspapers and other
publications for the discussion of
current events related to medical law
and ethics. Formerly listed as MED 111.
(F, Sp, Su)
HSC 120 - Health and Wellness
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This introductory course covers health
and wellness models. It includes healthy
life style goals, such as diet,
nutrition, weight control and exercise.
Additionally, risk factors to poor
health such as alcohol, illegal drugs,
drug abuse, and smoking will be
discussed. The course also covers mental
health issues and the special needs of
this patient population, along with
patient education techniques. (F)
HSC 205 - Plague, Epidemics and Society
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course explores various historical
and modern epidemics, including the
Plague. Students will be introduced to
the means of transmission, the signs and
symptoms of the disease, as well as the
prognosis. Furthermore, students will
gain an appreciation for how society
reacted to the epidemic and the affected
individuals. No previous science or
medical background is required for this
course. (Sp)
HSC 212 - Health Information Systems
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Coursework includes organizational
change issues in health care
environments, resource management
(inventory, tracking, and acquisition)
and the role of policy formulation.
Consumer issues, standards and security,
and the provision of health information
resources to health care workers will
also be covered. Relevant applications
and issues related to health services
will also be explored. (Sp)
HSC 220 -
Environmental Health Law and Public
Policy
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course surveys
the major issues in environmental health
and related public policy, focusing on
similarities and differences between US
and international regulatory efforts.
The role of government, industry,
academia and advocacy groups is
discussed. (Su)
HSC 240 - Introduction to Alternative
and Complementary Medicine
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will examine the theory,
philosophy and applications of
complementary and alternative medicine
within today's health care system.
Students will learn about the many
alternatives to traditional Western or
allopathic medicine, and how these
various models, systems and therapies
impact on the delivery of health care in
the United States. Students will become
aware of the vast array of resources
available and the type of training
involved in license/certification. (F,
Sp)
HSC 302 - Public Health and Personnel
Administration
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course covers
selection and management of personnel in
healthcare; effects and development of
review systems and assessment.
Discussions of accountability and
productivity of healthcare employees.
(F)
HSC 305 - Ethical and
Legal Issues in Healthcare
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
The course explores
various ethical and legal issues faced
by healthcare practitioners. The course
provides the student with the framework
for identifying ethical dilemmas in the
professional setting, as well as the
skills and resources for addressing
them. Topics include basic principles of
health care ethics, confidentiality,
management of health care information,
allocation of scarce resources, and
autonomy versus paternalism. P / E (Sp)
HSC 310 - U.S.
Healthcare Delivery Systems
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will
explore the U.S. Health System focusing
on its historical development, current
configuration and future direction.
Included will be the study of health
system development, key influencers,
accessibility, financing, changing
components and the effects the system
has on patients, providers, financers,
employers, government and insurers.
Particular attention will be paid to the
future direction of healthcare and what
parts are likely to change. (Su)
HSC 312 -
Organization and Administration of
Long-Term Care
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will
include types and functions of long term
care facilities and related providers
are discussed. Students participate in
critical analysis of long term care
administration relating to
reimbursement, resource use, quality
assurance and ethical and legal issues.
(F)
HSC 320 - Health
Administration
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides
the knowledge and skills to management
functions, tasks, and roles as they are
carried out in the health service
organizations. Discussion of emerging
issues affecting the management of
health services organizations is
provided. This course uses the case
methods of analysis to develop critical
thinking skills. (Sp)
HSC 330 - Principles
of Environmental Health Science
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides
an overview of some of the most
important and current challenges to
human health from environmental and
occupational risk factors while teaching
knowledge and skills used to assess,
control and prevent them. Specific
threats will be addressed, such as air
pollution, toxic metals, and pesticides
as well as occupational stressors.
Emphasis will also be given to
understanding the worsening
environmental health impacts of
industrialization and the effects of
globalization. (F)
HSC 340 - Physical
Agents/Ergonomic Hazards in the
Workplace
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will
include discussions on problems with
occupational exposures to physical
agents. Health effects, evaluation and
control of exposure to non ionizing
radiation, noise, heat and ergonomics
are covered. (Sp)
HSC 350 - Continuous
Quality Improvement
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides
basic principles associated with Total
Quality Management (TQM) and Continuous
Quality Improvement (CQI). Aids
identification and quality
problem-solving found in all health care
organizations utilizing CQI tools and
techniques. Through the use of case
studies, current events, and textbook
materials, students will learn how to
identify problems, recommend
improvements, and collect data to
demonstrate process improvement. (Su)
HSC 410 -
Epidemiology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course
introduces epidemiology and its uses. It
will introduce the basic methods for
infectious disease epidemiology and case
studies of important disease syndromes.
This course provides discussion of
epidemiologic topics, methods, measure
of disease occurrences, common types and
sources of data, problems unique to the
study of health and the environment,
education on issues of environmental
exposures and their human health
effects. (Su)
HSC 420 - Methods in
Research and Practice
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course
concentrates on the details of public
health research design. It is designed
to guide students through a step-by-step
approach to qualitative, comparative,
and quantitative research designs and
analysis methods. Students will learn
the language of research, various
methods for conducting research and how
to identify and synthesize research
literature. Course will build on
concepts covered in the other courses in
the public health/community health
concentration. (F)
HSC 450 - Senior
Capstone for Health Science
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: Departmental Permission)
As part of the
completion of the B.S. in Health Science
each student will be required to
complete a capstone, or culminating
experience, prior to graduation. A
capstone experience is defined as one
that requires a student to synthesize
and integrate knowledge acquired in
course work and to his/her learning
experiences and to apply theory and
principles in a situation that
approximates some aspect of professional
practice. This course provides an
opportunity to study a practical and
current issue selected by the students.
Students will apply critical thinking,
analytical abilities, and communication
skills that integrate the core academic
areas of public health including
biostatistics, epidemiology, health
education, health policy, and
environmental health. The final course
report acts as the official written
comprehensive examination, the
fulfillment of the culminating
experience requirement. (F, Sp, Su)
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HSM 101 - Introduction to Homeland
Security
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides a general
introduction to the field of Homeland
Security. In addition to an examination
of the events leading up to and
occurring on 9/11, the effectiveness of
the Homeland Security system and
theories related to the topic are
presented. Special emphasis is placed on
the role of the U. S. Department of
Homeland Security. (F, Sp, Su)
HSM 102 - Introduction to Weapons of
Mass Destruction (WMD)
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSM 101 or DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course will provide a study of WMD
to include the definition, the
identification, the analysis, the
threats (international and domestic) and
a review of risk assessment issues.
There will be a general recognition of
chemical, biological, radiological,
nuclear, and explosive agents, and
defensive considerations and control
issues associated with criminal
incidents. This course explores the
different types, feature and limitations
of commercially available detection
instruments for Weapons of Mass
Destruction chemicals and materials.
This course also covers decontamination
options and requirements for victims and
responders to a WMD incident. Hospital
and personnel resources will be some of
the main topics reviewed and discussed
for activity, responsibility and
requirements. (Su)
HSM 103 - Emergency Planning: Response,
Preparedness and Testing for Critical
Incidents
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSM 101 or DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course addresses
the special needs of emergency planners
whether they be in response to natural
disasters such as flooding, hurricanes,
tornadoes, earthquakes, or volcanoes as
well as planning and preparedness issues
to address man-made terrorist threats.
The concepts of mitigation,
preparedness, response and recovery will
be addressed as well as Continuity of
Operations Planning (COOP), Continuity
of Government (COG), and Business
Continuity Planning (BCP) as well as
many other aspects of emergency planning
and management. (F, Sp)
HSM 104 - Domestic and International
Terrorism
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSM 101 or DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course
introduces students to various aspects
of international terrorism. Included
will be the basic principles of
terrorist investigation, Federal and
state terrorism laws, prosecution of
international terrorists, domestic
security threats, malicious religious
extremists, drug cartels, and the
motivational factors and tactics that
drive these organizations. (F)
HSM 105 - Contemporary Ethical
Perspectives
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE:NONE)
This course will examine ethics and
professional responsibility. Due to the
power given to those in the criminal
justice system, society has come to
expect a higher standard of behavior and
responsibility from those individuals.
This course will discuss and examine how
the work environment and a sense of
ethics and professional responsibility
can mutually exist. The concept of Just
War and the ethical concepts associated
with terrorism will also be discussed.
(F, Sp, Su)
HSM 106 - Investigative Report Writing
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 OR DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course combines the basics of two
disciplines—investigation and report
writing, and bridges the gap between
them in order to teach the basics
involved in writing an investigative
report. Fundamental guidelines for
investigative reports are established
through a set of rules that are easy to
understand and apply in any type of
report writing scenario. Topics include
note taking, describing persons and
property, crime and arrest reports,
search warrants, and issues in writing.
(Cross-referenced to CJS 106) (F, Sp)
HSM 111 - Contemporary Issues in Crime
and Prevention
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will examine the cause and
effect relationship between contemporary
problems in our society and how they
relate to crime and prevention. Issue
such as substance abuse, domestic
violence, DNA testing, the ACLU and the
widespread use of the Internet will be
discussed in their relation to the
criminal justice system and Homeland
Security. (Cross-referenced to CJS 111)
(Su)
HSM 118 - Introduction to Fire
Technology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ENG 101)
This course introduces students to the
many areas of fire protection, using a
systems approach. Overviews the system
components of modern fire department
responsibility and features the latest
incident command system information.
Introduction to Fire Technology explores
such cutting-edge issues as homeland
security, goal setting and
accomplishment, life safety initiatives,
recent laws affecting firefighters, and
more. Progressive information on fire
protection in the community from both
the planning and application standpoints
offers a well-rounded view of the fire
service's function in community risk
reduction. The course provides an
understanding and tools for individuals
seeking a career in the fire service.
(Sp)
HSM 120 - First Responder Training
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Students will be introduced to the
knowledge and skills necessary to
function as a trained First Responder
and identify and manage the most common
types of injuries and illnesses
encountered in the pre-hospital setting.
Students will also be exposed to
concepts on responding to fire, hazmat,
and evacuation operations and be given
an overview in the incident command
system. (Sp)
HSM 122 - Emergency Management
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to help first
responders as well as healthcare
management professionals (including
physicians and nurses with management
responsibility) assess, mitigate and
deal with the medical, physical and
economic risks and challenges associate
with terrorism involving Weapons of Mass
Destruction (WMD). Topics to be
discussed include: risk analysis, OSHA
and other regulatory standards,
integration of hospital and community
emergency management, special aspects of
hazardous materials emergencies, and
business and financial recovery
planning. (Sp)
HSM 130 - Introduction to Computer
Crimes and Security
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: COMPUTER LITERACY
ELECTIVE)
This course offers an introduction to
information systems used within the
national security system. A framework is
provided for understanding the needs,
types, capabilities and applications of
management information systems. An
overview of existing security
information systems is presented with
implications for the future
requirements. This course will provide
an overview of computer crime and the
procedures forensic computing
specialists, law enforcement
investigators, and prosecutors must
invoke to prosecute computer criminals
successfully. Finally, the impact of
science and technology upon security
agencies and how information management
systems will prepare for the latest
challenges will also be analyzed and
discussed. (Cross-referenced to CJS 130)
(F, Sp, Su)
HSM 131 - Data & Information System
Security Protection
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides a comprehensive
introduction to computer security,
including computer networks, issues,
concepts and technologies. The core
technologies of access control,
cryptography, digital signatures,
authentication, network firewalls and
network security services and programs
are reviewed. Issues of security policy
and risk management are considered.
(Cross-referenced to CJS 131) (Sp)
HSM 220 - National Incident Management
System (NIMS)
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: CJS/HSM 101)
This course is designed to illustrate
how effective coordination, integration,
communications and planning among local,
state and federal response agencies are
critical to effective response to
mass-casualty, Weapons of Mass
Destruction (WMD) or terrorist
incidents. This course will focus on the
special challenges faced by senior level
incident manages in dealing with a WMD
or terrorist incident. In addition, the
National Incident Management System (NIMS),
Incident Command, basic medical and law
enforcement terminology will be
discussed. (F, Sp, Su)
HSM 230 - Cyber Crime: Identity Theft
and Internet Vulnerabilities
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS/HSM 130 OR
DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course will introduce and discuss
the fastest growing crime - theft of a
person's identity, the techniques and
various ways criminals use to steal
personal information. Prevention and
ways to protect one's identity will be
discussed. This course will also focus
on the theories and techniques for
tracking attackers across the Internet
and gaining forensic information from
computer systems. This course includes
case studies of Internet-based computer
crimes and addresses limits of forensic
techniques. (Cross-referenced to CJS
230) (Su)
HSM 231 - Information System
Threats/Attacks/Defense
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS/HSM 130)
This course provides an overview of the
actors, motives and methods used in the
commission of computer-related crimes
and describes the methods used by
organizations to prevent, detect, and
respond to these crimes.
(Cross-referenced to CJS 231) (Sp)
HSM 232 - Computer Crime Forensics and
Investigative Procedures
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSM 130)
This course presents an introduction to
modern criminalistics and investigative
techniques to solve crimes. The course
includes an examination and evaluation
of crime scenes with scientific analysis
of physical evidence. Individual and
group activities relating to
professional practices of forensic
science and computer science will be
explored throughout the semester.
(Cross-referenced to CJS 232) (Sp)
HSM 235 - Principals of Personal and
Physical Security
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: CJS 101 OR
DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course will provide the student
with a basic knowledge and understanding
of personal and physical security to
include the definitions, the need, the
requirements, and review of the
controls, techniques and tools. This
course introduces participants to a
broad, in-depth look at security
planning and procedures. Students will
develop skills in intelligence
collection, surveillances, perimeter and
crime scene security, principles of
crowd and riot control, substance abuse
recognition, theft, sabotage, and
espionage. Additional topics may include
computer security, electronic criminal
investigations, firewalls and security
software, as well as crime prevention
techniques. (Cross-referenced to CJS
235) (Su)
HSM 240 – Strategic and Tactical
Considerations on the Fireground
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSM 118)
This course gives students a real-life
approach to the topic of fire strategies
and tactical considerations using a
systems approach to guide them through
the process of problem identification
and solution response. From planning to
incident scene control, this course
provides knowledge that can be applied
to a variety of complex fire situations
including new material on Health Care
and High Risk Populations and
Commercial, Technical Operations, and
Industrial Occupancies as well as
scenarios, case studies to enhance
student learning. (Su)
HSM 241 - Principles of Fire Prevention
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSM 118)
This course addresses our nation's
efforts at fire prevention and the
importance of reducing fire loss, and it
helps students understand the value of
fire prevention, protection and
associated programs. Coverage includes
the origins of our national, state, and
local fire prevention efforts as well as
current examples that emphasize the need
for stronger programs. In addition, the
course discusses the elements of plan
review, inspection and investigation, as
well as the logistics of staffing and
financial management of fire prevention.
(Su)
HSM 275 - Research Project
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 AND DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course will require the student to
identity an acceptable topic in homeland
security, to conduct extensive research
involving the identified thesis and
result in a validated conclusion. With
the instructor's approval, students may
work individually or in small groups
toward completion and presentation of
the project. (By Arrangement.)
HSM 290 - Internship
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course provides a supervised
internship of at least 150 hours in
order to gain practical field placement
experience in the homeland security area
including law enforcement, fire service,
corrections, public/private sector
safety or security, protective services
environments, or other Homeland Security
career fields. Transportation to
internship sites is the responsibility
of the student.
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HSR 101 – Introduction to Human Services
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides a comprehensive
introduction to the theory, knowledge,
attitudes, values and skills necessary
for one to become an effective human
service professional. Topics include
human services in the United States,
historical perspectives in human
services, populations served and needs
addressed in human services. Students
will also examine social policy and how
various human services emerged and the
forces that influenced their
development. Human service careers,
self-development and caring for oneself
as a professional will also be
addressed. (F, Sp, Su)
HSR 105 – Community Organization and
Advocacy
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course focuses on the practice of
advocacy in human services. Students
will learn key principles, strategies,
and hands-on skills that are commonly
used in advocacy in multiple settings.
The course highlights strategies and
tactics used in advocacy, and challenges
and dilemmas organizers face in the
field. Emphasis will be on agency,
legislative, legal and community
advocacy. Students will have an
opportunity to design and execute an
advocacy strategy within their areas of
interest. (Sp)
HSR 106 – Interviewing & Counseling
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSR 101)
This course is a survey of interviewing
and counseling techniques for
paraprofessionals working in geriatrics,
mental health, youth programs,
rehabilitation, disability services,
corrections, substance abuse and other
human service settings. Students will
learn effective interviewing techniques
necessary for developing a plan of
service and the techniques and
application of counseling in human
service work. Professional codes of
ethics will also be reviewed. (Sp)
HSR 108 – Introduction to Disability
Studies
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides an
interdisciplinary approach to the study
of disabilities and will examine the
social, cultural, economic,
environmental and political forces that
for years have served to marginalize and
oppress people with disabilities.
Through readings, lectures, films, guest
presentations, assignments and group
discussions, students will learn about
the history of disability studies, gain
familiarity with disability
organizations, services and policies,
and analyze cultural attitudes and
practices regarding people with
disabilities. Topics include disability
rights, relevant federal and state
legislation and policies, legal and
ethical issues, the delivery of services
and support to people with disabilities,
federal and state programs for persons
with disabilities, disability culture
and advocacy. Physical, emotional,
mental and social dimensions throughout
the lifespan will also be explored.
Individuals with disabilities comprise
approximately one-fifth of the total
population of the Unites States and a
greater understanding of disability is
important professionally regardless of
the field in which a professional plans
to work. (Sp)
HSR 110 – Youth Development Practice
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides students with the
framework and principles of youth
development as well as a discussion of
the history of the field of youth work
and its status as a profession. Students
will learn how to apply a holistic,
assets-based approach to working with
young people using a variety of models.
Students will also examine the legal and
ethical issues facing encountered by
youth development professionals,
including the importance of adhering to
a code of professional ethics and
establishing a balance between
professional boundaries and personal
rapport. Issues of confidentiality,
agency protocol and mandated reporting
laws will also be addressed. (F, Su)
HSR 111 – Youth Development Connections
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will teach methods of
communication as a foundation for
establishing a positive relationship
with youth and families. Through
self-exploration and class sharing,
students will develop an awareness of
the role of culture in working
effectively with youth and will learn
ways of integrating a cultural framework
into youth programs. The course will
also examine a comprehensive approach to
case management that takes a holistic
view of youth. Students will learn the
fundamentals of assessment, referral and
follow up and will explore a range of
resources, services and systems that are
available to help support the youth and
families with whom they work. (Sp)
HSR 120 – Studies in Alcohol and Drug
Abuse
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides students with an
opportunity to explore the causes and
consequences of addiction as they relate
to individuals, families, communities
and society. Topics will include drug
classifications, physiological and
psychological effects of alcohol and
other drugs, treatment, education and
prevention. Students will explore the
skills and techniques utilized by those
working with individuals involved in
drug abuse. The use of guest speakers
and analysis of common treatment
modalities will provide a further
exploration of alcohol and drug abuse.
(F)
HSR 121 – Topics in Nonprofit Management
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BUS 101)
This course explores management
practices applied in nonprofit
organizations. Topics will include
short-term and strategic planning,
decision making, fundamentals of
organization, managing employees, board
management, fundraising, legal and
regulatory issues, program management
and evaluation, ethics and leadership
among other emerging management
practices and issues. (Su)
HSR 140 – Intake, Assessment and
Intervention
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSR 101)
This course introduces the basic
concepts and methodologies of conducting
intakes, assessments and evaluations.
Students will learn to conduct an intake
interview and to gather, review, record,
organize and integrate referral
information in order to assess the needs
of the persons seeking services. Methods
of determining the adequacy,
appropriateness, accuracy and relevance
of information obtained from other
sources will be examined. The course
will also focus on a variety of
assessment procedures including both
traditional tests and observational
methods. The selection of appropriate
services and interventions will be
examined. Ethical behavior related to
conducting intakes and assessments will
also be addressed. Formerly listed as
Intake and Assessment. (F, Su)
HSR 202 – Case Management
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSR 106 and HSR 140)
Students will learn to integrate and
utilize information obtained through
intakes, assessments, and from other
service providers to determine client
needs and develop service plans.
Emphasis will be placed on designing
interventions based on the goals of
those receiving services and evaluating
the outcomes of the service provided.
Organizing and documenting information
will be covered as well as the written
and oral presentation of that
information to all relevant
stakeholders. Coordination with and
referral to other service providers will
be addressed and the role and importance
of professional ethics will also be
incorporated. (F, Su)
HSR 210 – Introduction to Research in
Human Services
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSR 101, ENG 101)
This course will provide an overview of
quantitative and qualitative research
methodologies used in human services.
Students will gain the knowledge and
competencies necessary to evaluate
existing research and to plan and
conduct their own research in human
services. Students will learn to
prepare, plan, utilize research methods,
organize and compose research papers on
significant human service issues. The
role of previous research and theory,
experience, observation and related
literature lead to the formulation of a
hypothesis will also be explored. This
knowledge will be applied to a unique
written research project that will be
presented in class. (F, Su)
HSR 220 – Issues in Gerontology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: HSR 101)
This course focuses on the needs of
older adults, their families, partners
and others in their support systems.
Challenges related to retirement,
health, financial security,
transportation, housing and dying will
be studied from both a service delivery
and community resource perspective. (Sp)
HSR 299 – Human Services Internship
4 credits
(PREREQUISITE: COMPLETION OF ALL
REQUIRED COURSES OR DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
This course is a 180-hour practical
field experience that is based on the
theories and learning outcomes
associated with the overall human
services curricula. It provides an
opportunity for students to blend theory
and practice through an actual
supervised work experience in a human
services organization Students will be
supervised in selected human service
settings under the direction of the
staff of the organization and college
faculty. Specific learning objectives
for the experience will be developed
through a collaboration of the student,
host organization representative and
faculty member. In addition to the
180-hour field experience, students will
be required to participate in a
bi-weekly seminar, led by various staff
members, to further integrate prior
classroom learning and internship
experiences. (F, Sp, Su)
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HUM 100 - Introduction to the Humanities
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Provides a multi-disciplinary
introduction to a global view of the
arts and humanities. Emphasis on the
interaction of art, poetry, literature,
philosophy, music, and dance with the
social issues of all cultures. C (F, Sp,
Su)
HUM 101 - Music History and Appreciation
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Covers development of classical
orchestral music, vocal music, and
ballet. Includes modern dance, musical
theater, jazz, hip-hop, and performance
art. Employs recordings, visual
presentations, lectures, and
discussions. Exposes students to a wide
variety of music forms; students develop
their own critical judgment and tastes
in music and evaluate the impact of
music on culture and their own lives. C
(F, Sp, Su)
HUM 102 - Art History and Appreciation
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Introduces students to the arts,
especially painting, sculpture, and
architecture, from antiquity to the
present. Designed to help students
develop their own aesthetic and humanist
values, understand the elements and
principles of design, and appreciate the
arts. C (F, Sp, Su)
HUM 311 - Greek Tragedy and Appreciation
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & ENG
102)
Examines the extant tragedies of
Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, and
the world which frames these works;
includes philosophical issues of
determinism and free will, moral law and
man-made law, human nature under
incredible strain, changing
relationships of friendship and enmity,
and overweening pride bred of success.
Considers the evolution and conventions
of Greek drama and its influence on
later literature, music, and film.
Extensive writing and research paper
required. C aw r (F)
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MATH 088 - Essential Skills for
Mathematics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION
SCORE)
This course is designed to assist
students in mastering the basic skills
of arithmetic. Students will use
practical problems to enrich their level
of proficiency of basic mathematical
operations with whole and decimal
numbers. Topics include estimation,
reasonableness, and an introduction to
fractions. The goal of this course is to
improve students' number sense and
prepare them for success in MATH 089 and
MATH 099. This course does not count
towards credit requirements for any
certificate or degree programs. (F,Sp,
Su)
MATH 089 - Concepts and Principles of
Mathematics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION
SCORE OR "C" OR BETTER IN MATH 088)
This course provides a review of the
fundamentals of mathematical operations
and theorems. Topics include decimal
numbers, fractions, percents, ratio,
rates, proportions, and basic concepts
of geometry. Course includes
introduction to integers and the number
line. The goal of this course is to
provide students with the skills
necessary to begin the study of algebra.
This course does not count towards
credit requirements for any certificate
or degree programs. (F, Sp, Su)
MATH 099 - Introduction to Algebra
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION
SCORE OR "C" OR BETTER IN MATH 089)
This course provides students with a
foundation in pre-algebra concepts.
Topics include signed numbers, algebraic
expressions, first-degree equations (one
variable), polynomials, and an
introduction to solving and graphing
linear equations. The interpretation,
analysis, and creation of charts are
included. Introduces descriptive
statistics including mean, median, and
mode as well as algebraic concepts in
metric conversions. This course does not
count towards credit requirements for
any certificate or degree programs. (F,Sp,
Su)
MATH 101 - Elementary Algebra
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION
SCORE OR COMPLETION OF MATH 099 WITH "C"
OR BETTER)
Provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to algebra. Includes the
solution of linear equations and
inequalities, graphing of linear
equations in two variables, properties
of exponents, operations on polynomials,
and factoring. This course does not meet
the math requirement for the bachelor
degree. A (F, Sp, Su)
MATH 102 - Intermediate Algebra
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT SCORE OR
COMPLETION OF MATH 101 WITH "C" OR
BETTER.)
Extends the algebraic skills covered in
Math 101 and provides mathematical
skills needed for higher math and
science courses. Covers an introduction
to functions, systems of linear
equations and applications, factoring,
rational expressions, radical
expressions and equations, quadratic
equations and graphs. This course does
not meet the math requirement for the
bachelor degree. A (F, Sp, Su)
MATH 125 - Mathematical Applications for
the Health Sciences
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT
EVALUATION SCORE OR COMPLETION OF MATH
099 WITH "C" OR BETTER.)
Designed for those entering the health
professions. It is an application-based
problem solving approach to mathematical
processes used in health related fields.
Students solve linear equations, become
proficient at converting a measure given
in one unit to an equivalent measure in
a related unit, calculate a variety of
prescribed dosage amounts, determine
intravenous flow rates, and learn the
proper preparation of solutions.
Students apply percentages to compute
interest and discount amounts in the
purchase of medical equipment; students
read measuring instruments, including
scales, thermometers, sphygmomanometer
gauges, and syringes. A (F, Sp, Su)
MATH 130 -
Mathematics for Science and Technology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT EVALUATION
SCORE OR COMPLETION OF MATH 099 WITH "C"
OR BETTER.)
Provides the
underlying mathematical concepts and
processes applied in the fields of
science and the technologies. Includes
scientific notation, the U.S. and metric
systems of measurement, solving
equations and graphing functions,
perimeters, areas, volumes, the
Pythagorean Theorem, logarithms, and
right triangle trigonometry. A
scientific calculator is required for
this course. A (F, Sp)
MATH 135 -
Contemporary Mathematics
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: PLACEMENT
EVALUATION SCORE OR COMPLETION OF MATH
099 WITH "C" OR BETTER.)
A survey of a wide range of topics with
an emphasis on critical thinking and
problem solving, giving the student the
opportunity to apply mathematics to the
solution of everyday problems. Includes
simplifying algebraic expressions,
solving linear and literal equations,
graphing, problem solving with
proportions and percents, polygons,
angle measure, similar triangles, the
Pythagorean Theorem, perimeter, area,
volume and unit conversion in both U.S.
and metric units, discount, simple and
compound interest, credit purchases,
mortgages, and an introduction to
probability. A basic calculator is
required for this course. A (F, Sp, Su)
MATH 167 - Principles
of Statistics
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: COMPLETION OF
MATH 101 OR HIGHER WITH A GRADE OF "C"
OR BETTER.)
Introduces students to the basic
concepts and processes of descriptive
and inferential statistics. Includes the
collection, organization, and graphical
representation of data, measures of
central tendency and dispersion,
probability, discrete and continuous
probability distributions, the normal
distribution, sampling distributions,
confidence intervals for population
means, hypothesis testing for population
means, and linear and multiple
regression and correlation. Requires the
use of a TI 83 or TI 84 graphing
calculator. A (F, Sp, Su)
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MCD 213 - CPT ®-4 Coding I
3 credits (COREREQUISITE:
MED 115)
This course teaches the student to
translate medical services, treatments,
and procedures into a uniform numerical
language to facilitate communication
among healthcare providers and
third-party payers. This course will
concentrate on the 5-digit CPT codes and
descriptors nomenclature in the areas of
Evaluation and Management, Anesthesia,
and Surgical Procedures. Healthcare
Common Procedural Coding (HCPCS) and
modifiers will also be emphasized. (F,
Sp)
MCD 214 - CPT ®-4 Coding II
3 credits (COREREQUISITE:
MED 115)
This course teaches the student
Anesthesia, Radiology, Laboratory/
Pathology, and Medicine Coding. Emphasis
will be on accuracy in coding diagnostic
and therapeutic procedures. (Sp, Su)
MCD 215 - ICD-9- CM Coding
3 credits (COREREQUISITE:
MED 115)
This course concentrates on transforming
verbal descriptions of diseases,
injuries, and conditions into numerical
designations, also known as Coding.
Students will learn the complex activity
of diagnostic coding and its
relationship to facilitate payment of
healthcare services. (Sp, Su)
MCD 220 - Medical Coding Capstone
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
This course is designed to prepare the
student to sit for the Certified
Processional Coding exam given by the
American Academy of Professional Coders
(AAPC). The course enables the student
to conduct an in-depth study of
diagnoses (ICD-9) and procedural (CPT-4)
coding. The emphasis will be on
accurately coding medical and operative
reports using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding
guidelines and conventions. (F, Su)
MCD 299 - Medical Billing and Coding
Internship
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
Students may elect to enroll in this 3
credit internship with permission of the
department chair. Students will gain
hands-on training in a billing and
coding environment. This course provides
students with the opportunity to utilize
previously studied subjects and related
skills. This opportunity provides the
student with valuable employment
experience and increased marketability.
(F, Su, Sp)
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MED 115 - Introduction
to Medical Insurance and Coding
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will introduce students to
insurance terminology, types of
insurance, and the eligibility and
benefit structure of the insurance plan.
The student will then utilize this
knowledge to analyze and calculate
patient medical insurance benefits for a
variety of insurance types. In addition,
this course will introduce the student
to International Classification of
Disease, 9th Edition, Clinical
Modification (ICD-9-CM) and Current
Procedural Terminology 4th Revision,
(CPT®-4). Students will also gain an
appreciation of the relationship between
coding and financial
reimbursement.Topics discussed include
the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA), Medicare
compliance issues, billing forms and
applications. (F, Sp, Su)
MED 151 – Medical Assisting: The Medical
Office and Patient Care
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to introduce the
student to basic medical procedures.
During this course the student gains an
understanding of the cycle of infection,
the principles of medical asepsis, and
the importance of Universal Precautions.
The student will be taught how to create
and maintain a medical record, including
requirements for documenting in a
medical record. The student will learn
to accurately obtain and record vital
signs, common mensurations, and patient
information. The proper documentation in
the medical record of these measurements
will also be emphasized. Lastly, the
student will learn to assist the
physician with both an adult and
pediatric history and physical exam, as
well as establishing and maintaining the
examination room. (F, Su, Sp)
MED 152 - Medical Assisting: Diagnostic
Procedures
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to teach the
student about various medical
specialties and procedures. Students
also learn various minor office
procedure techniques. In addition,
students will become familiar with
Electrocardiography and Radiology. In
addition, students are introduced to
various first aid procedures. Finally,
students learn about Obstetrics and
Gynecology, Ophthalmology, and
Otolaryngology. (F, Sp, Su)
MED 153 – Medical Assisting: Laboratory
Procedures
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is designed to fully
acquaint the student to the Clinical
Laboratory. The curriculum will focus on
laboratory safety and skills.
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) and CLIA Clinical
Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)
regulations will be introduced.
Guidelines for handling, transporting
and recording of lab specimens will be
reviewed. The analysis of urine and its
significance in total patient care will
be theorized and applied. The student
will learn and apply the theory of
venipuncture and the various methods of
performance. An overview of Hematology,
Chemistry, and Microbiology will
complete the curriculum. (F, Sp, Su)
MED 212 - Pharmacology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Students will gain an understanding of
drug sources, legislation relating to
drugs, and drug references. Forms of
drugs, drug classification and actions,
and schedules of controlled drugs will
also be covered. The medication order,
identifying commonly prescribed
medications, and basic principles for
the administration of medications will
be emphasized. The laboratory component
of the course provides practical
application of the student's knowledge.
Basic mathematical skills necessary for
the safe preparation and administration
of medications to adult and pediatric
patients will be reviewed. (F, Sp, Su)
MED 250 - Medical Office Management
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course is a medical office
simulation where students will be able
to successfully manage a mock medical
practice. Students will learn Students
will have the opportunity to complete
all aspects of the billing process from
registration to filing of the insurance
claim. Medical office procedures,
including scheduling appointments,
accounting, mail processing, and
confidentiality regulations are also
covered. (F, Sp, Su)
MED 299 - Medical Assisting Internship
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: DEPARTMENTAL PERMISSION)
The Medical Assisting Internship course
is the culminating course of the Medical
Assisting Program. During a 160-hour
internship students are provided with
hands-on training and career-related
experience. This course provides an
extensive on-site experience in a
physician's office, clinic, or other
appropriate health care setting that
allows the medical assisting student to
utilize previously studied subjects and
related skills. It gives the student the
opportunity to put his/her class
knowledge to practical use and to
practice and enhance acquired skills. It
provides students with valuable
employment experience, increasing their
marketability. (F, Sp, Su)
MUS 101 -
Contemporary Music
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Covers the
development of contemporary music from
its roots in early jazz to swing, bebop,
rock, blues and country, rap, pop and
music of the new millennium. Considers
20th Century music from a musical as
well as a social, cultural, economic and
political perspective in American and
world society. Examines relationship of
specific issues of race, gender,
ethnicity and age as they relate to
contemporary music. C (F, Sp)
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NUR 100 - Nursing Skill Development
6 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BIO 212)
This initial course provides the student
with the fundamental skills for nursing
practice. Concepts focus on human beings
and their responses to the environment.
The continuum of wellness is introduced
in Nursing 100. Foundational concepts
related to the nursing process are
identified and defined. Special emphasis
is placed on the development of basic
communication skills, client physical
and psychosocial assessment and specific
nursing skills related to nursing
interventions. Clinical experiences are
provided in the nursing skills
laboratory and in non-acute client care
settings. (F, Sp, Su)
NUR 110 - Adults and the Wellness
Continuum I
6 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NUR 100 & BIO 235)
This course provides the student with
experiences in the care of adults with
alterations in health status related to
basic physical and psychological
function. Emphasis is on care of adults
with health problems related to
nutrition, fluid and electrolyte
balance, oxygenation, elimination,
cardiac function and surgical
procedures. Nutrition, pharmacotherapy,
client teaching and ethico-legal issues
are integrated throughout the course.
Clinical experiences are provided in the
nursing skills laboratory and in acute
care settings. (F, Sp, Su)
NUR 200 - Adults and the Wellness
Continuum II
7 credits
(PREREQUISITES: NUR 110)
This course provides students with
experiences in the care of adults with
alterations in health status related to
sensorimotor, musculo-skeletal,
protective, endocrine, renal and
reproductive function. Blood disorders,
including human immunodeficiency
disease, and burns will also be covered.
The focus is on care of adults
experiencing disruptions in health
status associated with both acute and
chronic health conditions. Students
learn to apply the nursing process to
maintain wellness levels, restore
clients to previous levels of wellness
and prevent further alterations in
health status. Nutrition,
pharmacotherapy, client teaching and
ethico-legal issues are integrated
throughout the course. Clinical
experiences are provided in the nursing
skills laboratory and in acute and
chronic care settings. (F, Sp, Su)
NUR 210 - Families and the Wellness
Continuum Across the Lifespan
7 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NUR 200)
This course introduces the student to
the concept of family-centered care
across the lifespan. It focuses on care
of childbearing, childrearing and aging
families. Physiological, psychosocial
and spiritual dimensions of
developmental stages of clients and
families are explored and
community-based resources are
emphasized. Students learn to use the
nursing process to promote and maintain
health, prevent alterations in health
care status and restore clients to
previous levels of wellness. Nutrition,
pharmacotherapy, client teaching and
ethico-legal issues are integrated
throughout the course. Clinical
experiences are provided within acute,
non-acute and long-term care settings.
(F, Sp, Su)
NUR 220 - Integration of Nursing
Practice: Adults with Complex Health
Problems
9 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NUR 210)
This culminating nursing course provides
students with experiences designed to
promote the integration of nursing
methods in the care of adults
experiencing complex alterations in
physical and psychological health
function. Students use the nursing
process to promote restoration and
rehabilitation and assist clients in
achieving optimal levels of wellness.
Emphasis is on care of clients with
alterations in health related to
neurological health, sepsis, cancer,
multi-system failure, mental health and
trauma. Nursing responsibilities in
bio-terrorism and emergency preparedness
are included. All nursing skills,
including application of therapeutic and
pharmacological modalities, psychomotor
skills, teaching and communication are
included and critical thinking and
ethico-legal considerations are
integrated. Clinical experiences provide
opportunity for establishing priorities,
decision-making, achieving increasing
independence and care management in the
provision of client care and are
provided in acute, in-patient
medical-surgical, psychiatric and
rehabilitation settings. (F, Sp, Su)
NUR 245 - Foundations
of Professional Nursing
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: (Acceptance into the BSN
nursing program.)
This initial Nursing
course, designed to be a bridge to the
nursing major, introduces and orients
the RN student to the Nursing Conceptual
Framework at Goodwin College, to
baccalaureate nursing education and
professional nursing practice. The role
and expectations of the
baccalaureate-prepared RN are explored
and integrated into personal
professional practice. This is a hybrid
course. Classes will be held on line and
meet 4 times on campus within the
semester. (FIRST NURSING COURSE)
Articulation credits will be awarded
when student satisfactorily (C+ or
higher) completes this course. May be
taken concurrently with NUR 310, Health
Assessment. (F, Sp)
NUR 310 - Health
Assessment
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: BIO 211 and 212, NUR 245)
This course will
build on the professional nurse's
theoretical knowledge and skills
necessary to perform a comprehensive
health assessment. The focus will build
skills of history taking and physical
examination of clients across the life
span. Each student will have the
opportunity to perform a focused
examination on an adult of their choice
under the observation of the instructor.
The Goodwin College Nursing Theoretical
Framework and the Nursing Process will
provide the basis to promote health and
prevent/manage illness of the client.
This is a hybrid course. Classes will be
held on line and meet 4 times on campus
within the semester. (F, Sp)
NUR 350 - Seminar in
Nursing Research
3 credits (PREQUISITES:
MATH 167; NUR 245.)
Course introduces the
research process and its application to
scholarship and evidenced-based nursing
practice. Qualitative and Quantitative
methods are reviewed. Emphasis is placed
on critical thinking and writing. This
course enhances the student's ability to
apply and integrate nursing conceptual
frameworks, clinical research and
evidenced-based practice. Student is
prepared to be an informed consumer of
nursing research. This is a hybrid
course. Classes will be held on line and
meet 4 times on campus within the
semester. This course may be taken
concurrently with MATH 167, Statistics.
(Sp)
NUR 360 - Public and
Community Health Nursing
4 credits
(PREREQUISITES: NUR 245; NUR 350)
This course focuses
on the client as a health care consumer
and member of a community. The student
will apply the Goodwin Nursing
Conceptual framework to meet the needs
of the client as well as the needs of
the community. This course will focus on
the role the nurse has in establishing
partnerships with the public health
system in customizing therapeutic care
in order to protect, promote and restore
optimal public and community health
within the local, national and
international domains. This is a hybrid
course. Classes will be held on line and
meet 4 times on campus within the
semester. Social/Cultural
Multiculturalism (F)
NUR 362 - Clinical
Nursing Leadership
4 credits
(PREREQUISITES: NUR 245: NUR 350)
The focus of this
course is on the professional nurse as a
change agent in the clinical setting to
positively influence the patient's level
of wellness. Review of the local and
national systems and how they affect the
practice of nursing and ultimately,
patient outcomes will be analyzed.
Utilizing the Goodwin College Wellness
Model and criteria from Quality and
Safety Education for Nurses, students
will develop, implement and evaluate a
sustaining evidence-based practice
change in the clinical setting. This
course allows the nurse to apply and
integrate previously learned skills in
research, leadership, management, and
nursing and to transition to a more
independent practitioner. This hybrid
course will be held on line and meet 4
times on campus. (Sp)
NUR 440 - Independent
Study
3 credits
(PREREQUISITES: all NUR 200 and 300
course; HCS 305)
An individually
designed experience by student and
faculty, to give the student the
opportunity to develop in depth
knowledge in a select field of nursing.
This course includes a clinical
component and a research paper. The
course meets the service learning
requirement. (By arrangement.)
NUR 460 - Seminar in
Professional Nursing Leadership
3 credits
(PREREQUISITES: all NUR 200 and 300
course; HCS 305)
In this final required
nursing course, the student will
synthesize and apply basic concepts and
theories needed for the effective
management of client care as a
professional nurse. Student analyzes
organizational dynamics in relation to
the theories of leadership and
management. Review of case studies
provides the foundation of theory
integration. This is a hybrid course.
Classes will be held on line and meet 4
times on campus within the semester.
(Sp)
NUR 465 - A Nursing
Speciality Experience
2-4 credits
(PREREQUISITES: all NUR 200 and 300
course; HCS 305; faculty permission)
This course is designed for the student
who wants to expand their clinical
knowledge in a specialty nursing area.
The student will work with expert
college faculty and mentors in the
practice arena to develop and implement
goals, objectives, and assessment
criteria which will provide guidance and
direction for an in depth clinical
experience. (By arrangement)
NUR 468 -
Contemporary Topics in Nursing
3 credits
(PREREQUISITES: NUR 245)
This course
allows the student to investigate a
topic, issue or area related to or
affecting nursing practice or the
profession of nursing. Course will
enhance skills in systematic
investigation, literature review,
critical thinking and other activities
designed to seek increased understanding
of the topic. This course is a hybrid
course. Classes will be held on line and
meet 4 times on campus within the
semester. (Sp)
NUR 470 - Nursing
Study Abroad
3 credits
(PREREQUISITES: all NUR 200, 300 course;
HCS 305, faculty permission; QPA 2.7 or
higher)
This independent study provides
the student with the opportunity to have
a short term study abroad experience.
The student will study health care and
professional nursing in an international
environment. This course is intended for
the student who is volunteering for a
medical mission to a country outside the
USA. (By arrangement)
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OTA 100 - Foundations of Occupational
Therapy and Task Analysis
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course provides an introduction to
the profession of occupational therapy.
The history and philosophy of the
profession is presented with a focus on
professional roles and responsibilities
and standards of practice within a
variety of treatment settings. Students
are introduced to the Official Documents
of the American Occupational Therapy
Association and legislative acts that
influence the practice of occupational
therapy. In addition to exposure to
various practice areas and the changing
practice of healthcare. Students are
introduced to occupational therapy media
and its application to the specific life
tasks of the disabled. Activity analysis
and occupational activities are defined
and explored. Students explore the
foundations of treatment planning and
activity adaptation. (F, Su)
OTA 102 - Clinical Fieldwork I (FW I)
1 credit (PRE REQUISITE OTA 101)
This course introduces occupational
therapy assistant students to the
clinical requirements of fieldwork
experiences. Students participate in a
variety of learning experiences to
prepare them for observation and
participation opportunities in clinical
and community settings. This course also
introduces documentation practices,
principles and practice of safety
techniques and data collection. 40 hours
on site and 5 hours didactic. (F, Sp,
Su)
OTA 102 - Clinical Fieldwork I (FW I)
1 credit (PRE REQUISITE OTA 101)
This course introduces occupational
therapy assistant students to the
clinical requirements of fieldwork
experiences. Students participate in a
variety of learning experiences to
prepare them for observation and
participation opportunities in clinical
and community settings. This course also
introduces documentation practices,
principles and practice of safety
techniques and data collection. 40 hours
on site and 5 hours didactic. (F, Sp,
Su)
OTA 103 - Group Dynamics in Occupational
Therapy
3 credits (PREREQUISITE: PSY 112,
COREQUISITE: PSY 212)
This course presents a theoretical basis
and practical application of group
treatment within the context of theories
commonly used in occupational therapy
treatment. The greater emphasis is on
application of skills in psychosocial
settings, however, focused discussion
and application to behavioral and
rehabilitation settings as well. (Sp,
Su)
OTA 200 - Occupational Therapy Assistant
and Adult Populations
4 credits (PREREQUISITE OTA 102)
Students study the principles and
practices of occupational therapy for
adults with physical and psychosocial
disabilities. The impact of social,
environmental and cultural influences in
adult disabilities. Students are
provided with an overview of various
practice models employed in working with
adults with disabilities. Additionally,
this course presents the pathophysiology,
etiology, clinical signs and
implications for intervention of various
conditions seen in adult disabilities
practice settings. Models of
reimbursement discussed. Lecture and
lab. (Sp, Su)
OTA 201 - Occupational Therapy Assistant
and Pediatric Populations
4 credits (PREREQUISITE: OTA 102)
This course presents the principles and
practices of occupational therapy for
services provided for infants, children
and adolescents. Student identification
of the impact of social, environmental
and cultural influences in development
and delivery of services. Students study
provision of occupational therapy
services in medical, educational and
community-based settings. Additionally,
this course presents management aspects
of occupational therapy practice in
addition to reimbursement models.
Lecture and lab. (Su)
OTA 202 - Occupational Therapy Assistant
and Geriatric Populations
4 credits (PREREQUISITE OTA 102)
This course addresses the impact of
environmental, cultural and community
influences on the older individual,
focusing on an ever changing
occupational status through the
influences of component skills. The
impact of social, environmental and
cultural influences in geriatric service
delivery. Identification of geriatric
physical and psychological diseases
common to occupational therapy. The
methods of treatment and reimbursement
available to the occupational therapy
practitioner within the context of
health care and the community are
addressed. Lecture and lab. (F,Su)
OTA 203 - Case Studies and Practice
Applications in Occupational Therapy
Assistant
3 credits . (COREQUISITE OTA 200, OTA
201, OTA 202)
This course presents problem-based
learning cases, to allow students to
apply the Occupational Therapy Practice
Framework to simulated practice
situations. Students develop essential
clinical reasoning skills and
professional behaviors for future
practice. This course also addresses
clinical relevance of general health,
safety procedures, models of
reimbursement and documentation. (F, Su)
OTA 220 - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Seminar
1 credit (PREREQUISITE: OTA 203;
COREQUISITE OTA 205)
Provides for discussion of Level II
fieldwork experiences and opportunity to
apply logical thinking, critical
analysis, problem solving, and
creativity to application problems.
Addresses preparation for registration
and licensing as well as preparation for
the role of professional on the job
site. (F, Sp, Su)
OTA 250 - Advanced Fieldwork Level IIA
5 credits (PREREQUISITE Completion of
OTA 203, COREQUISITE OTA 204)
Provides an eight-week, full-time or a
part-time (equal to eight weeks
fulltime), supervised clinical
internship to develop professional
behaviors consistent with the profession
standards and ethics, apply previously
learned academic knowledge as an OT team
member. The student will gain experience
in application of the OT treatment
process from admission to discharge for
patients from a variety of
socio-cultural backgrounds and ages in
the practice area of physical
disabilities. (F, Sp, Su)
OTA 260 - Advanced Fieldwork Level IIB
5 credits (PREREQUISITE Completion of
OTA 203 and OTA205, COREQUISITE OTA 204)
Provides an eight-week, full-time or a
part-time (equal to eight weeks
fulltime), supervised clinical
internship to develop professional
behaviors consistent with the
professions standards and ethics, apply
previously learned academic knowledge as
an OT team member. The student will gain
experience in application of the OT
treatment process from admission to
discharging for patients from a variety
of socio-cultural backgrounds and ages
in the practice area of behavioral,
sensorimotor, and/or developmental
disabilities. (F, Sp, Su)
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PAR 110- Becoming a Paraprofessional
3 credits
(PREREQUISITES: ECE 101)
This course
defines the roles and responsibilities
of paraprofessionals related to the
support of student instruction in a
public school classroom environment.
Specific attention will be given to the
instructional role of the
paraprofessional for facilitating
conversations, building relationships,
supporting the classroom curriculum and
assisting in the classroom management.
(Su)
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PHB 103 - Introduction
to Laboratory Services
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This introductory
course will present the student to the
various areas of the laboratory. Topics
will include specimen processing,
specimen handling, laboratory divisions,
quality control, HIPAA, and legal
issues. Finally, students will learn
about CLIA regulations and practice
performing CLIA waived tests. Formerly
listed as HSC 103. (F, Sp, Su)
PHB 104 - Medical
Terminology/Anatomy and Physiology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course teaches
medical terminology through a review of
anatomy and physiology of the body.
Students will gain a basic knowledge of
word building, use, pronunciations,
spelling of medical terms, applying
terms to the function and structure of
body systems. Emphasis is placed on
medical terms in periodicals, textbooks,
and medical care areas. Formerly listed
as MED 104. (F, Sp, Su)
PHB 120 - Principles
and Practice of Phlebotomy
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course
introduces students to basic venipuncture techniques. Students will
learn infection control, needle safety
and general safety techniques. In
addition, student will acquire the
theory and skill required to safely draw
blood using routine venipuncture
techniques. Formerly listed as MED 120.
(F, Sp, Su)
PHB 121 - Advanced
Phlebotomy Skills
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: "C" or better in PHB 120)
The course builds upon the skills and
knowledge acquired in PHB 120. Students
will reinforce their routine phlebotomy
skills, while acquiring new skills.
Students will learn how to collect blood
utilizing syringe techniques, as well as
perform capillary collection. Formerly
listed as MED 121. (F, Sp, Su)
PHB 299 - Phlebotomy Internship/ Seminar
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: "C" or better in all PHB
Courses)
The Phlebotomy
Internship/Seminar course is the
culminating course of the Phlebotomy
Certificate Program. Students gain
practical experience in a clinical
setting. This course provides extensive
on-site experience in a laboratory
setting that allows the student to
utilize previously acquired skills. It
provides the students with valuable
employment experience, increasing the
student's marketability. (F, Sp, Su)
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PHIL 100 -
Introduction to Philosophy
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Introduces students
to a broad range of philosophical
issues; readings include major
philosophers of the Western tradition:
Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, St.
Thomas Aquinas, Descartes, Hume, Kant,
Hegel, Marx, Kierkegaard, Schopenhauer,
and Sartre. Considers issues of ethics,
the nature of reality, religious
philosophy and the nature of God, the
limits of human knowledge, freedom and
predestination, and the nature of the
good life. C / e/p (F, Su)
PHIL 101 -
Introduction to Logic and Critical
Thinking
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Teaches how to
identify, understand, and evaluate
arguments by developing critical
thinking and logic skills. Emphasizes
the distinction between fact and
opinion, inductive and deductive
reasoning, logic fallacies, and critical
analysis of a variety of current social,
political, ethical, and aesthetic
issues. C (Sp)
PHIL 103 - Ethical & Legal Issues
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Addresses both ethical theory and
contemporary controversial issues that
confront students and citizens today,
through readings and essays on current
issues such as euthanasia, abortion,
sexual morality, equality, economic
justice, the environment, and ethical
considerations in science and
technology. C / e/p (F)
PHIL 105 – Ethics, Values, and Cultural
Competence in Human Services
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
This course will acquaint students with
the professional and ethical issues that
affect human service practitioners.
Students will learn the rights and
responsibilities of both the client and
the human services practitioner; they
will develop an understanding of the
importance of cultural competence when
working with typical populations served
by human service professionals. Codes of
ethics from various human service
professional organizations will be
studied. C e/p (F, Su)
PHIL 301 -
Contemporary Perspectives in Philosophy
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 & PHIL 100 or
PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR)
Provides the
opportunity to investigate a number of
timeless and more recent philosophical
issues, through contemporary readings
chosen to stimulate individual
reflection, as well as classroom
discussion and debate. Encourages honing
of critical thinking, logic, and
argumentation skills. C / e/p / r (Sp)
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PHY 110 - Medical Physics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: MATH 101)
This course introduces students to the
basic principles of respiratory care
physics. Topics include work, energy,
fluid dynamics, the mechanics of
ventilation, and Starling's Law.
Dimensional analysis, the kinetic theory
of matter, the gas laws, associated
chemical laws, and temperature scales
will also be explored. (F, Sp)
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PSC 101 - Introduction to Political
Science
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
An introduction to world governmental
structures; designed to acquaint
students with a basic understanding of
the principles and methods used in
analyzing the social sciences with
specific references to politics and
government. Includes the examination of
fundamental concepts, the varieties of
governmental structures, political
philosophies and institutions, and
contemporary political issues. G w (Sp)
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PSY 112 - Introduction to Psychology
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Introduces the fundamental concepts of
psychology, including physiological
psychology, neuropsychological
principles, sensation and perception,
cognition, learning, child and adult
development, social psychology,
personality, and abnormal psychology.
Focuses on understanding human behavior
and its application to everyday life. S
(F, Sp, Su)
PSY 115 - Child Development
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 112 or DEPARTMENTAL
PERMISSION)
Addresses the developmental
characteristics, developmental
processes, and developmental issues that
have been identified as being of
importance and/or typical for children
in general and children with special
needs from conception through age eight.
Employs both theoretical and applied
strategies in the study of the social,
emotional, cognitive, physical, and
psychological development of the young
child. S (F, Sp, Su)
PSY 120 - Organizational Behavior
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: NONE)
Provides theoretical and practical
knowledge for understanding motivation,
leadership, managerial decision making,
group processes and conflict resolution
within the context of organizational
design and culture. Examines
complexities of human interactions,
including individual and group behavior
and human relations skills needed to
succeed in social and work environments.
Topics include communications, ethics,
personal and organizational values and
attitudes, social structures, and
customs and taboos. S (F, Su)
PSY 122 - Understanding and Influencing
Group Dynamics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITES: NONE)
This course
introduces students to the principles of
group dynamics. Students will learn and
practice techniques for setting group
goals, creating safe environments,
managing groups effectively and
encouraging the formation of group
identity. The application of social
construction theory as a means of
developing positive group norms will
also be explored. S (Sp)
PSY 201 - Group Dynamics
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 112)
An overview of current developments,
research and theoretical bases of group
behavior: stages of group development;
structure, power and leadership roles
and styles; group tasks, group
maintenance; pressures for conformity
and deviance; impact of individual
member behavior on group dynamics;
roles, intra-group conflict, group
problem solving and decision making.
Examines expectations and assumptions
about groups; includes interpersonal and
small group interactions for students to
gain insight into themselves and their
impact on others. S (F,Sp)
PSY 210 - Psychology of Learning
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 112)
A study of human behavior in learning
situations. Includes theories of
development and learning, individual
differences, conditions for learning,
and dynamics of achieving learning
outcomes. Special emphasis on working
with individuals in a variety of
educational and agency settings. S (Su)
PSY 212 - Life-Span Development
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 112)
Presents the basic theories and concepts
used in the study of human lifespan
development including physical,
cognitive, personality, and social
development from conception through
death. Examines the cultural nature of
human development and relevant
socio-emotional processes; emphasis on
understanding human development from
personal, theoretical and professional
perspectives. S (F, Sp, Su)
PSY 215 - Abnormal Psychology
3 Credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 112)
Provides students with a basic
understanding of abnormal human behavior
by examining an overview of psychiatric
disorders. Examines the history,
theories, models and classification of
mental disorders and approaches to their
treatment. Familiarizes students with
vocabulary and diagnostic categories
currently in use including DSMIV-TR.
Considers the mental health profession
and relevant legal, social and ethical
issues. S e/p (F)
PSY 218 -
Adolescent Development
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 112)
The physical,
cognitive and social-emotional
development of adolescents, with special
emphasis on major theories and research
methods are examined. Considers the
influence of heredity, family, peers,
school, media and community as contexts
within which adolescents develop.
Discusses diversity issues such as
culture, socio-economic class,
ethnicity, gender, and sexual
orientation, as well as, common
adolescent problems. S mc (Sp)
PSY 220 - Advanced
Child Development
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 115)
This course is
designed to help students gain a complex
understanding of child growth and
development for children beginning with
conception and continuing through early
adolescence. Students will explore how
current practice has arrived at this
level of understanding and how research
in child development can be applied in
the various settings in which children
develop. Students will have
opportunities to become familiar with
many topics including but not limited to
prenatal development, education theory
and its link to child development, moral
development, and working with families
to development school and community
partnerships. S (F)
PSY 225 -
Psychology of Death & Dying
3 credits
(PREREQUISITE: PSY 112)
An intense
course in both its emotional content and
its learning activities. As Homo-sapiens
is the only species conscious of its own
mortality, provides students with
understanding the human processes of
dying, death and bereavement. Includes
topics of attitudes and practices in
preparation for death; understanding of
and care for the terminally ill; funeral
rituals, burial, mourning and grief
practices; grief counseling; suicide and
euthanasia. Confronting death and dying
as a part of life helps to reduce
unnecessary suffering, loss of dignity,
alienation, and diminished quality of
life – understandings essential for
individuals as well as professionals in
the field. S (F)
PSY 300 - Health
