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2020-2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Courses numbered from 001-099 are those unique to the community college, are considered developmental in nature, are not transferable, and do not satisfy degree requirements.
Courses numbered 100-199 are considered to be on the freshman level. Courses numbered 200-299 are considered to be on the sophomore level.
NOTE: SUN System: SUN# (Shared Unique Number) is a prefix and number assigned to certain courses that represents course equivalency at all Arizona community colleges and the three public universities, no matter what prefix or number is used at the individual institutions. Learn more at www.aztransfer.com/sun.
Sample course listing:
Course Prefix: AIS
Course Number: 101
Course Title: Introduction to American Indian Studies
Semester Hours of Credit: 3 Credits
Hours of Lecture and/or Lab per week: 3 periods (3 lec.)
A student registering for a course must meet the prerequisites or otherwise satisfy the instructor of his or her preparation to take the course. After notification, an instructor may withdraw a student who does not have the proper prerequisites for the class as stated in the catalog. Prerequisites may be waived by the instructor.
Consult the semester Schedule of Classes for specific offerings each semester.
Topics Courses
Courses designated with the numbers 098, 198, 298 are courses created by a Pima Community College faculty member to offer a specific subject not found in the regular courses of the college catalog.
Students should be aware that these courses are NOT designed for transfer to a university, nor does Pima Community College articulate them with any university to seek transfer status.
Legend for Courses
HC/HN: Honors Course
IN/IH: Integrated lecture/lab
LB: Lab
LC/CA/CB: Clinical Lab
LS: Skills Lab
WK: Coop Work
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BO 750 - Keyboard Operator
80 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 80 Contact Hours
Introduction to the basic operation and layout of a standard computer keyboard. Includes how to touch type using the correct fingers for the correct keys without looking at the keyboard.
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BO 760 - Microsoft Windows
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Basic skills to operate software in a Microsoft Windows environment. Includes the basics of vocabulary, use of general features of Windows; started and shutting down Windows; use of the control panel, My Computer, and Explorer; and accessory applications.
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BO 800 - Business English
20 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 20 Contact Hours
Basic English grammer for use in business. Includes punctuation, capitalization, parts of speech, sentence patterns, and proper tense.
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BO 801A - Document Formatting II
50 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 50 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 701A . Includes creating business documents using Keyboarding Pro 4 and Microsoft Word computer software. Includes how to create interoffice memos, emails, business letters, envelopes, and forms in a mailable format. Also includes the basic operation of an electronic typewriter.
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BO 803A - Telephone Procedures
25 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 25 Contact Hours
Techniques to effectively use the telephone in an office environment. Includes the use of white and yellow page telephone directories, properly identication when answering a phone, obtaining and verifying information by phone, placing local and long distance calls, operation of a multi- button telephone, knowing time zone of person calling or being called, and awareness and use of miscellaneous telephone services.
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BO 806 - Business Calculation II
20 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 20 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 706 . Includes elements of electronic office calculator to introduce student to time saving features needed for large volume calculations. Includes new +/- selector keys and decimal keys. Includes using calculator to calculate discounts with percentages and multiplication of decimals and fractions. Also includes how business calculations are used in business areas.
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BO 807 - Recordkeeping II
64 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 64 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 702A . Includes additional filing procedures, such as filing names with conjunctions, compound names, names with numbers, and identical names. Includes how to apply alphabetizing rules and the proper use of filing equipment. Includes additional preparation and maintenance of financial records for a business. Also includes preparation of bank deposit slips, writing and recording of checks, recording of petty cash transactions, and reconciling monthly bank account statements.
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BO 809 - Microsoft Word II
60 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 60 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 709 . Additional Microsoft Word document editing and management features are introduced including file management, advanced page setup, preparing reports, tables, Auto Text, templates and wizards.
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BO 810A - Office Practice II
76 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 76 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 710A , Office Practice I. Includes an emphasis on clerical skills. Includes acceptable working qualities, communication skills, rules for typing numbers, use of Office Reference Manual and abbreviation rules for typing, telephone skills, and spelling of commonly misspelled business words.
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BO 811 - Microsoft Excel II
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 718 . Includes spreadsheet concepts expanded to include Excel Lists, managing multiple worksheets and workbooks, working with what-if analysis, working financials functions, collaborating on a workbook and web page, and developing an Excel application.
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BO 812 - Microsoft Access II
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 719 . Includes techniques to enhance database designs using the principles of normalization and table relationships. Also includes principles of table design, principles of table relationships, table design techniques, desigining select queries, customizing form designs, working with data access pages, and customizing reports.
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BO 813 - Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy II
48 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 48 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 713 . Includes locating and describing the organs of the urinary system, male and female reproductive systems, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, and respiratory system. Also includes major organs and parts of nervous system; composition and function of of blood; structure and functions of bones; joints and muscles; and the skin and its accessory structures.
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BO 814 - Intermediate Diagnostic Coding
70 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 70 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 714 . Includes increased proficiency in applying skills to types and levels of coding using current coding standards. Also includes specialty codes, late effects codes, injury codes, adverse effects codes, and abstract codes with an emphasis on developing the critical thinking and analysis skills needed in a medical office.
Prerequisite(s): BO 714
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BO 815 - Intermediate Procedural Coding
70 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 70 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 716 . Expansion of coding information to specialty codes used for medical services provided to patients. Includes techniques and application to the various types and levels of coding utilizing the current coding standards. Includes the differences in coding in a hospital and a physician’s office. Also includes an introduction to abstract coding with an emphasis on developing the coding analytical skills.
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BO 816 - 3M Computerized Medical Coding
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Introduction to the 3M Computerized Medical Coding system. Includes an introduction to the 3M Codefinder Coding and Reimbursement System. Also includes how to access the Help, Reference and accessory screens in 3M coding; coding using codes and reference guides in 3M Coding; determination of CPT-4 Codes in 3M Coding.
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BO 817A - Introduction to Medical Transcription
20 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 20 Contact Hours
Overview, concepts, and skills for medical transcription. Includes proofreading standards, utilization of reference and resource materials, use of medical reports, and the basic functions of medical transcription machines. Also includes ergonomic issues and techniques.
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BO 818 - Computerized Patient Accounting
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Introduction to computerized patient billing. Includes how to set up new patient records, use a computer for patient billing, and process patient transactions. Also includes how to produce reports, patient statements, and claims.
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BO 819 - Human Anatomy for Medical Coding
7 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 7 Contact Hours
Brief introduction to the parts and systems that make up the human body. Includes concepts to familiarize coders with the structure of the human body to visualize where the medical services being coded take place on the human body. Also includes a general overview of the body.
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BO 820 - Patient Records and Communication Skills
21 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 21 Contact Hours
Skills to maintain patient records. Includes communication skills for a Unit Clerk in a hospital.
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BO 825 - Medical Office Transcription
20 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 20 Contact Hours
This course teaches the student skills in proofreading, common medical and surgical words unique to transcribed documents, Pharmacology, as well as punctuation and abbreviations commonly used. The student will learn how to use transcription equipment and reference books such as the PDR, Medical and Surgical Word Books. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate a proficiency in the transcription of a variety of healthcare documents.
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BO 828 - Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
90 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 90 Contact Hours
Concepts and skills needed to create and use Electronic Medical Records. Includes how to create and use digital technology to store and analyze patient data, quality information, and statistical data for use in patient billing. Also includes statistical tracking and reporting, managing quality, and other tracking and reporting.
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BO 860 - Microsoft Publisher
45 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 45 Contact Hours
This course provides instruction on how to use Publisher tools to create newsletters, brochures, business forms, web pages and other professional documents. The course includes procedures on how to produce quality documents that combine text with graphics, illustrations, and photographs that will be suitable for outside commercial printing.
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BO 901B - Type Columns
9 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 9 Contact Hours
Basics of arranging and typing material in a column form. These columns are sometimes referred to as tables or lists.
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BO 909 - Microsoft Word III
105 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 105 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 809 . Includes advanced Microsoft Word features for use in typical office. Includes how to embed a table chart or watermark in a document; generating form letters, mailing labels and directories; creating newsletters and online forms.
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BO 909A - Microsoft Word IIIA
15 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 15 Contact Hours
Concepts and skills to use Microsoft Word for business. Includes how to generate form letters, mailing lables, and directories.
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BO 911 - Microsoft Excel I 2003
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Spreadsheet applications using Microsoft Excel at the intermediate level. Includes Excel Lists, managing multiple worksheets and workbooks, working with what-if analysis, working with financial functions, collaborating on a workbook and Web page, and developing an Excel application.
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BO 912 - Microsoft Access 2003 II
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Microsoft Access at the intermediate level. Includes techniques to enhance database designs using the principles of normalization and table relationships. Also includes principles of table design, principles of table relationships, table design techniques, designing select queries, customizing form designs, working with data access pages, and customizing reports.
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BO 914 - Microsoft FrontPage
90 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 90 Contact Hours
Course provides basic web page design skills for an entry-level administrative support position. Skills include creating a FrontPage Web site using a template; creating a new FrontPage Web; using images, hotspots, bookmarks, and Excel to create web pages; creating and using interactive forms on the web; using frames in web pages.
Prerequisite(s): Keyboarding speed of 25wpm, with max. 5 errors in a 5-minutes timed writing; MS Windows; MS Word; MS Excel, or CTD modules BO 709 , BO 750 , BO 760 , and BO 811 .
Corequisite(s): Test of Adult Basic Education (Scores: R-9.0; M-8.0; L-7.0)
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BO 915 - Advanced Procedural Coding
40 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 40 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 714 and BO 716 . Includes advacned skills for both diagnostic and procedural coding in all medical environments. Includes concepts and applications of types and levels of coding with an emphasis on abstract coding and critical analysis. Also includes the study of the three levels of the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding system (HCPCS) and the role of Current Procedural Terminology coding within this system.
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BO 917 - Microsoft PowerPoint
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Create and use Microsoft PowerPoint to prepare and present professional quality business presentations. Includes the use of viewing options to develop slides. Also includes how to import information, use templates, and automate portions of the presentation.
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BO 918 - Microsoft Excel III
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Continuation of BO 811 . Includes creating and using templates in Excel to automate the process of building new spreadsheets and workbooks. Also includes linking workbooks to consolidate data, linking worksheet and a chart to a Word document and saving the document with the link, recording a macro and assigning it to a toolbar button and menu command, and using Visual Basic Applications (VBA) to create procedures to automate work in Excel.
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BO 920 - Microsoft Access III
30 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 30 Contact Hours
Continuation to BO 812 . Includes advanced techniques for using comples queries, creating more effecient forms and reports, and automating forms. Also includes parameter and action queries, query joins and cross-tab queries using advanced form techniques, creating basic macros to automate forms, using macros to provide user interaction and automate tasks, and using advanced report techniques.
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BO 921 - Comprehensive Microsoft Excel
105 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 105 Contact Hours
This course provides comprehensive instruction in Microsoft Excel. The course includes procedures for creating worksheets, writing formulas, creating charts, working with the web feature, hpyerlinks and the integration feature, creating queries, templates, and using macros and complex problem solving. Accuplacer scores: RC-56;A-32;SS-70; High School diploma or GED; Keyboard 35 wpm/5 errors; math/ calculator proficiency; one year documented office experience.
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BO 922 - Comprehensive Microsoft Access
105 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 105 Contact Hours
This course provides comprehensive instruction in Microsoft Access. The course includes procedures for creating, querying, and maintaining databases, and sharing data among applications through reports and forms, and data access pages. Also included is an introduction of new features such as: automatic error checking, using smart tags, importing and linking Share Point lists to Access databases, setting macro security, and changing the font size for SQL queries.
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BO 927 - Comprehensive MS PowerPoint
60 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 60 Contact Hours
This module provides comprehensive instruction for PowerPoint. The module includes instruction on how to: use design templates to create presentations; use the ouline tab and clip art to create a slide show; create a presentation to view on the Web; use visuals to enhance slide shows; modify visual elements and presentation formats; use collaboration features to deliver and schedule online broadcasts; work with Macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA); create self-running presentations; use the Microsoft Office online Web site to import files. Same as Adminstrative Assistant program.
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BO 929 - Comprehensive Microsoft Word
120 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 120 Contact Hours
This course provides comprehensive instruction in Microsoft Word. The course includes procedures for creating documents such as: letters; flyers; research papers; resumes and cover letters; web pages; documents with tables, charts or watermarks; mail merge documents; newsletters; online forms; working with macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA); master documents, an Index, a Table of Contents, and XML; integration features and collboration features. High School diploma or GED; Keyboard 35 wpm/5 errors; Accuplacer scores: RC-56, A-32, SS-70;One year documented Math/Calculator proficiency.
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BO 991 - Office Practice Externship
60 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 60 Contact Hours
Synthesize skills learned in the classroom to the office environment. Includes the application of office skills that utilize work ethics, customer service, communication, peer and supervisor relationships, and general practices.
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BO 991A - Legal Office Externship
60 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 60 Contact Hours
Synthesize skills learned in the classroom to the legal office environment. Includes the application of office skills that utilize work ethics, customer service, communication, peer and supervisor relationships, and general legal office practices.
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BO 992 - Medical Office Externship
120 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 120 Contact Hours
Synthesize skills learned in the classroom to the medical office environment. Includes the application of medical office skills that utilize work ethics, customer service, communication, peer and supervisor relationships, and general practices.
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BO 992A - Accounting Assistant Externship
120 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 120 Contact Hours
Synthesize skills learned in the classroom to the accounting office environment. Includes the application assistant office skills that utilize wirk ethics, customer service, communication, peer and supervisor relationships, and general accounting assistant practices.
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BO 992B - Medical Coding Externship
120 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 120 Contact Hours
Synthesize skills learned in the classroom to the medical office environment. Includes the application of medical coding and office skills that utilize work ethics, customer service, communication, peer and supervisor relationships, and general practices.
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BO 993 - Medical Transcription Externship
240 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 240 Contact Hours
Synthesize skills learned in the classroom to the medical office environment. Includes the application of medical transcription and office skills that utilize work ethics, customer service, communication, peer and supervisor relationships, and general practices.
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CHM 080 - Preparation for General Chemistry
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Fundamentals of chemistry. Includes nomenclature, atomic structure, bonding, chemical equations, moles, stoichiometry, the periodic table, conversions, problem solving techniques and study skills.
Prerequisite(s): Within the last three years: MAT 095 or MAT 097 with a grade of C or better, or required score on the mathematics placement test.
Information: Designed to prepare students for CHM 151IN . NOTE: Please be aware that this course is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid.
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CHM 121IN - Chemistry and Society
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Basic chemistry and its relationship to everyday experiences. Includes classification and structure of matter; radioactivity; compound formation from elements; and electron transfer. Also includes acids, bases, salts, the liquid state, the gas state, and special topics.
Information: Designed for non-science majors, education majors, and the general public.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.
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CHM 130IN - Fundamental Chemistry [SUN# CHM 1130]
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Inorganic Chemistry as a basis for the study of some life processes. Includes the classification, structure and general chemical behavior of inorganic matter.
Prerequisite(s): With a grade of C or better: MAT 092 or required score on mathematics placement test. NOTE: Students receiving a grade of C in MAT 092 will be required to register for the CHM 130RC course concurrently. For students receiving a grade of B or higher in MAT 092 or placing into MAT 097 or higher in the Math placement, the CHM 130RC course is optional but highly recommended.
Information: Adapted to the needs of students in allied health programs.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.
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CHM 130RC - Fundamental Chemistry Recitation
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Taken concurrently with CHM 130IN . Facilitated discussions, discrete study groups, and collaborative problem solving provide more thorough discourse on classroom concepts and theory. Inorganic Chemistry as a basis for the study of some life processes. Includes the classification, structure and general chemical behavior of inorganic matter.
Corequisite(s): CHM 130IN
Information: Pass-fail only. Students receiving a grade of C in MAT 092 will be required to register for CHM 130RC concurrently. For students receiving a grade of B or higher in MAT 092 or placing into MAT 097 or higher on the MAT placement, the CHM 130RC course is optional. Please be aware that if this course is not applicable toward your program of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid.
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CHM 140IN - Fundamental Organic and Biochemistry [SUN# CHM 2230]
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Continuation of CHM 130IN . Organic chemistry as the basis for the study of some important life processes. Includes the classification, structure, and general chemical behavior of organic and biochemical systems.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHM 130IN . NOTE: Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 130IN will be required to register for the CHM 140RC course concurrently; for students receiving a grade of B or higher in CHM 130IN , the CHM 140RC course is optional but highly recommended.
Information: Adapted to the needs of students in nursing and other health professions.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.
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CHM 140RC - Fundamental Organic and Biochemistry Recitation
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Taken concurrently with CHM 140IN . Facilitated discussions, discrete study groups, and collaborative problem solving provide more thorough discourse on classroom concepts and theory. Organic chemistry as the basis for the study of some important life processes. Includes the classification, structure, and general chemical behavior of organic and biochemical systems.
Corequisite(s): CHM 140IN
Information: Pass-Fail only. Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 130IN will be required to enroll in CHM 140RC. Students with a grade of B or higher inCHM 130IN , the CHM 140RC course is optional. Please be aware that if this course is not applicable toward your program of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid.
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CHM 151IN - General Chemistry I [SUN# CHM 1151]
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Introduction to the foundations of chemistry for upper-level sciences and engineering. Includes atomic structure, chemical bonding, reaction stoichiometry, behavior of gases, and reactions in solutions. Also includes an introduction to thermochemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 080 with a grade of C or better or minimum score on CHM Assessment Test; and MAT 151 or MAT 188 or higher with a grade of C or better, or required score on the mathematics placement test. NOTE: Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 080 or the CHM placement test will be required to register for the CHM 151RC course concurrently. For students receiving a B or higher in CHM 080 or the CHM placement test, CHM 151RC is optional but highly recommended
Information: The Chemistry Assessment Test can be repeated once. Students must wait one week before being permitted to retest. Students not passing the assessment after the second attempt must pass CHM 080 with a grade of C or better to enroll in CHM 151IN. MAT 220 is required for most Science Pathways.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.
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CHM 151RC - General Chemistry I Recitation
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Taken concurrently with CHM 151IN . Facilitated discussions, discrete study groups, and collaborative problem solving provide more discourse on classroom concepts and theory. Introduction to the foundations of chemistry for upper-level sciences and engineering. Includes atomic structure, chemical bonding, reaction stoichiometry, behavior of gases, and reactions in solutions. Also includes an introduction to thermochemistry.
Prerequisite(s): With a grade of C or better: Chemistry Assessment Test or CHM 080 ; and MAT 151 or MAT 188 or higher, or required score on the mathematics placement test.
Corequisite(s): CHM 151IN
Information: Pass-fail only. Students receiving a grade of C on the Chemistry Assessment Test or in CHM 080 will be required to enroll in CHM 151RC. The assessment may be repeated once. Students must wait one week before being permitted to retest. Students not passing the assessment after the second attempt must pass CHM 080 with a C or better. Students with a grade of B or higher on the Chemistry Assessment Test or in CHM 080 , the CHM 151RC course is optional. Please be aware that if this course is not applicable toward your program of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid.
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CHM 152IN - General Chemistry II [SUN# CHM 1152]
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Continuation of CHM 151IN . Includes emphasis on certain chemical concepts such as chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 151IN with a grade of C or better. NOTE: Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 151IN will be required to register for theCHM 152RC course concurrently. For students receiving a grade of B or higher in CHM 151IN , the CHM 152RC course is optional but highly recommended.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.
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CHM 152RC - General Chemistry II Recitation
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Taken concurrently with CHM 152IN . Facilitated discussions, discrete study groups, and collaborative problem solving provide more thorough discourse on classroom concepts and theory. Includes emphasis on certain chemical concepts such as chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.
Corequisite(s): CHM 152IN
Information: Pass-fail only. Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 151IN will be required to enroll in CHM 152RC. Students with a grade of B or higher in CHM 151IN , the CHM 152RC course is optional. Please be aware that if this course is not applicable toward your program of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid.
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CHM 195 - Introduction to Research in Chemistry
4 Credits, 4 Contact Hours (4 lec.)
Introduction to the methods of research in chemistry. Includes scientific laboratory procedures, experimental design, scientific writing, scientific ethics, and current research in working laboratories.
Information: Consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this course.
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CHM 196LB - Independent Studies in Chemistry
1-4 Credits, 3-12 Contact Hours (3-12 lab)
Laboratory projects varying with students’ interests and reasons for enrolling.
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CHM 235IN - General Organic Chemistry I [SUN# CHM 2235]
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Fundamentals of organic chemistry. Includes classification, occurrence, synthesis, analysis, Stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms of important classes of organic compounds; namely alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alkyl halides. Also includes application of the organic chemistry concepts addressed, using a wide range of laboratory apparatus and procedures. Also focuses on laboratory safety skills and computer software applications related to chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 152IN with a grade of C or better. NOTE: Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 152IN will be required to register for the CHM 235RC course concurrently; for students receiving a grade of B or higher in CHM 152IN , the CHM 235RC course is optional but highly recommended.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S. Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.
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CHM 235RC - General Organic Chemistry I Recitation
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Taken concurrently with CHM 235IN . Facilitated discussions, discrete study groups, and collaborative problem solving provide more thorough discourse on classroom concepts and theory. Fundamentals of organic chemistry. Includes classification, occurrence, synthesis, analysis, Stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms of important classes of organic compounds; namely alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alkyl halides. Also includes application of the organic chemistry concepts addressed.
Corequisite(s): CHM 235IN
Information: Pass-fail only. Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 152IN will be required to enroll in CHM 235RC. Students with a grade of B or higher in CHM 152IN , the CHM 235RC course is optional. Please be aware that if this course is not applicable toward your program of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid. of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid.
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CHM 236IN - General Organic Chemistry II [SUN# CHM 2236]
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Continuation of CHM 235IN . Includes remaining classes of organic compounds, specifically dienes, alcohols, ethers and epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, acids, acid derivatives, aromatics, and nitrogen containing compounds and an introduction to biomolecules and/or polymers. Also includes an emphasis on synthesis and use of chemical and instrumental methods as means of identification while using a wide range of laboratory apparatus and procedures. Also focuses on laboratory safety skills and computer software applications related to chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 235IN with a grade of C or better. NOTE: Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 235IN will be required to register for the CHM 236RC course concurrently; for students receiving a grade of B or higher in CHM 235IN , the CHM 236RC course is optional but highly recommended.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.
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CHM 236RC - General Organic Chemistry II Recitation
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Taken concurrently with CHM 236IN . Facilitated discussions, discrete study groups, and collaborative problem solving provide more thorough discourse on classroom concepts and theory. Includes remaining classes of organic compounds, specifically dienes, alcohols, ethers and epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, acids, acid derivatives, aromatics, and nitrogen containing compounds and an introduction to biomolecules and/or polymers. Also includes an emphasis on synthesis and use of chemical and instrumental methods as means of identification.
Corequisite(s): CHM 236IN
Information: Pass-fail only. Students receiving a grade of C in CHM 235IN will be required to enroll in CHM 236RC. Students with a grade of B or higher in CHM 235IN , the CHM 236RC course is optional. Please be aware that if this course is not applicable toward your program of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid. if this course is not applicable toward your program of study, it is not eligible for the calculation of Federal Student Aid.
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CHM 290 - Chemistry Internship
1-4 Credits, 1-4 Contact Hours (1-4 lec.)
Internship and work experience in a science field or laboratory. Includes setting, achieving, and evaluating goals for hands-on learning experiences in sciences. Also includes development of skills and knowledge needed to work in a science field or laboratory.
Information: Consent of Internship instructor is required before enrolling in this course.
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CHM 295LB - Independent Research in Chemistry
1-4 Credits, 3-12 Contact Hours (3-12 lab)
Experience in scientific laboratory research. Specific content to be determined by student and instructor.
Information: One semester of chemistry and consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this course. May be taken three times for a maximum of twelve credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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Child Development Associate |
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CDA 102 - The Child’s Total Learning Environment
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Analysis of the total learning environment for children birth through age 8. Includes establishing an educational learning environment, value of a child-centered learning environment, the indoor and outdoor environment, developmentally appropriate learning centers, and play materials. Also includes the teacher’s role and responsibility within the learning environment, and utilizing the community as an integral part of the child’s total learning environment.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 103 - Curriculum Planning and Schedule Development
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Strategies for the creation of lesson plans and schedules for use in the classroom. Includes preparation of group and individualized lesson plans and schedules based on children’s abilities, planning as a cooperative effort, foundations of events and activities, balancing variety in the classroom, individual center’s philosophy in the planning process, flexibility in planning, and assessment and evaluation.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 112 - Guidance Principles for Encouraging Self-Discipline
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Development of guidelines for using positive discipline techniques in the classroom. Includes role modeling, social development and appropriate actions, program influences on children’s behaviors and relationships, rules and limits, and difference between discipline and punishment.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 121 - Techniques for Observing Children
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Development of techniques for observing, recording, and interpreting behavior in children. Includes purpose of observation, observation and collecting information, observation and assessment techniques, interpreting observations, individual documentation, observation-based curriculum planning, behavioral and developmental milestones, and sharing observations and assessments professionally.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 126 - Literature for Preschool Children
2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours (2 lec.)
Survey of materials and techniques for the selection and evaluation of children’s literature. Includes the importance of literature for children, creating a developmentally appropriate environment for young readers, general categories of books, importance of pictures/illustrations and storytelling, reading aloud to children, creating a story with children and the teacher’s role.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 138 - Building Parent and Classroom Connections
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Analysis of the specific attitudes, philosophies and practical techniques in building relationships with families for teachers. Includes families today, overview of family involvement, benefits of and barriers to teacher family partnerships, at the beginning with parents and children, informal communications with families, parent teacher conferences, home visits, families in the classroom, community involvement, working with families from diverse backgrounds and families in particular circumstances, resolving troublesome attitudes and behaviors, and parent involvement programs that work.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 155 - Understanding How Children Learn and Develop
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Exploration of the cognitive learning progression of children birth through age 8. Includes introduction of various theorists, ways children learn, and the family and community influences and support toward a child’s learning and the teacher’s role.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 161 - Principles of Social Competence
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Analysis of self-concept in children. Includes self concept/self-image, primary factors, uniqueness of each child, environment, accepting and expressing feelings appropriately, observation, expressing emotions, activities for expression of feelings, and exploration of feelings.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 170 - Ages and Stages of Young Children: Prenatal through Toddler
2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours (2 lec.)
Examination of the developmental stages pre-birth to age three years. Includes general principles and theories of development, biological and environmental factors, conception to birth, infant developmental, toddler developmental milestones, issues in infant care, and toddler care issues.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 173 - Ages and Stages of Young Children: The Preschool Years
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Examination of the developmental stages of preschool children ages 3 to 5 years. Includes general principles and theories of development, physical characteristics, pattern of motor skill development, cognitive development, socio-emotional development, developmental concerns and challenges and family involvement.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 211 - Small and Large Muscle Development
2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours (2 lec.)
Examination of small and large muscle development and its relationship to cognitive learning. Includes overview of small/large muscle development, specific sequence, orderly process, practice, characteristics of the large and small muscle, activities and environment to promote muscle development, supervision and guidance, and observation and assessment. Also includes a variety of spontaneous and planned activities.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 222 - Elements of Children’s Culture
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Examination of the ways culture affects children’s learning. Includes an overview of multiculturalism, cross-cultural competence, responsive learning environments, and family and community involvement.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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CDA 271 - Professionalism in Childcare
1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours (1 lec.)
Analysis of the history and ethics of early childhood professionals. Includes defining professionalism; examining the past, present and future; exploring professional values and ethics; continuing professional growth/education; and becoming an advocate for children and their families.
Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
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Chinese |
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CHI 101 - Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) I [SUN# CHI 1101]
5 Credits, 5 Contact Hours (5 lec.)
Introduction to the Mandarin Chinese language. Includes basic phonetic system of the Chinese language, basic Chinese grammar structures, reading simple texts, basic Chinese writing and Chinese culture. Also includes a foundation in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural awareness.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER; Meets CTE A&H.
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CHI 102 - Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) II [SUN# CHI 1102]
5 Credits, 5 Contact Hours (5 lec.)
Continuation of CHI 101 . Includes additional phonetic system of Chinese language, additional selection of grammar structures, additional reading Chinese, additional writing Chinese, and additional Chinese culture. Also includes an additional level of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural awareness.
Prerequisite(s): CHI 101
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER; Meets CTE A&H.
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CHI 201 - Intermediate Mandarin I [SUN# CHI 2201]
5 Credits, 5 Contact Hours (5 lec.)
Continuation of CHI 102 . Includes intermediate selection of grammar structures, oral and aural transactions, political, economic, and social vocabulary in readings and writings, intermediate literary works, and norms, values, and beliefs.
Prerequisite(s): CHI 102
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER and G; Meets CTE A&H and G.
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Clinical Research Coordinator |
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CRC 101 - Foundations of Clinical Research
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
A comprehensive introduction to the clinical research process and practice. Includes history and evolution of clinical research, phases of clinical trials, protection of human subjects, clinical research team personnel and their roles, and the responsibilities of clinical research organizations. Also includes medical, clinical research, and standard pharmaceutical/pharmacological terms commonly used in clinical research; and issues of sensitivity, diversity, and ethics as applied to clinical research.
Information: Introductory class for program core.
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CRC 102 - Introduction to Research Data
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Introduction to the organization and management of research data, and effective presentation of data in reports. Topics include database structures, data management systems, and quality assurance. Also includes data confidentially and security; and preparation of case report forms.
Recommendation: Completion of CRC 101 . If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
Information: Upon completion, students will be able to organize, enter, and review clinical research data. Textbooks and materials are not required for this course.
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CRC 110 - Clinical Research Common Terminology
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Study of common terminology used in clinical research profession in order to properly report adverse events in universally understood terminology. Includes research specific terminology and medical terminology used in order to collect a thorough medical history, during an Adverse Event report, and throughout a clinical trial. Also includes common and medical terminology used in clinical research and other health care professions. In addition, the Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities (MedDRA) and the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 160IN or BIO 201IH .
Information: BIO 201IN may be substituted for BIO 201IH to meet the prerequisite requirement.
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CRC 201 - Clinical Research Regulatory Compliance
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Introduction to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory process and regulatory requirements for clinical research. Includes an overview of the role and function of the FDA, the drug development process, preparation and maintenance of an Investigational New Drug (IND), regulatory documentation, safety reporting, and Good Clinical Practices (GCPs).
Recommendation: Completion or concurrent enrollment in CRC 101 . If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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CRC 202 - Investigational Product Development and Regulation
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Overview to Investigational Product development and regulations. Includes the legal and regulatory framework for drug and device safety, with a focus on the analysis of current industry and regulatory activities while applying the principles of pharmacovigilance. Pharmacovigilance is the science and activities related to the detection, monitoring, assessment, understanding, and prevention of adverse effects of medicines including vaccines and biological products.
Recommendation: Completion of CRC 201 . If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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CRC 230 - Introduction to Clinical Research Study Protocol
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Introduction to the scientific development of research protocols and related regulatory requirements. Includes differentiations among research design types, rules for writing protocols, and ethical considerations relative to research protocols.
Prerequisite(s): CRC 101 or concurrent enrollment.
Recommendation: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRC 201 . If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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CRC 240 - Pharmacology for Clinical Trials
4 Credits, 4 Contact Hours (4 lec.)
Essential drug knowledge and facts and their application in clinical research. Includes common medical diagnoses and their related drug treatments (brand name and generic); what constitutes a drug; the effects and modes of action of drugs upon the body (pharmacodynamics); method and rate of excretion and duration of the effect of drugs (pharmacokinetics); drug side effects; drug-drug interactions; and how to find and interpret drug-related information from primary literature. Also includes an overview of the drug development process from bench through post-approval marketing.
Prerequisite(s): CRC 101
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CRC 250IN - Clinical Research Site Coordination and Management
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Introduction to the elements involved in implementing and managing a clinical trial from the perspective of the research site staff/team. Includes the identification and evaluation of sites and investigators, on-site budget management, and the coordination of subject participation.
Prerequisite(s): CRC 101 , CRC 201 , and CRC 230 .
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CRC 260IN - Lab Skills and Professional Practice
3 Credits, 5 Contact Hours (2 lec., 3 lab)
Clinical skills training to prepare for clinical research coordinator internship, with emphasis on applying clinical research project coordination concepts and practices in a simulated research setting. Includes research subject communication techniques, medical history review, adverse events, vital signs, EKG procedures, blood collection and specimen processing, storage and shipping. Also includes application of clinical research project coordination practices related to a protocol; research and medical terminology; recruitment, enrollment and retention practices; informed consent; detection of errors within study reports and casework; documentation of medications, adverse events and serious adverse events; review of study subject’s file data for completeness and accuracy; and regulatory and legal mandates related to clinical trials.
Prerequisite(s): CRC 240 and CRC 250IN .
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CRC 270 - Research Management for Sponsors and CRO’s
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Introduction to the elements involved in implementing, monitoring and managing a clinical study from the perspective of the Sponsor or Contract Research Organization (CRO). Includes overall project planning, development of study goals, preparation of budget and contracts, implementation of monitoring visits, and effective management of research sites.
Prerequisite(s): CRC 250IN
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CRC 291 - Clinical Research Coordinator Internship
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lab)
Supervised work experience in a clinical research setting. Includes emphasis on the observation and enhancement of professional and management skills team communication and interaction, and the application of research principles, procedures, protocols, and regulations in the workplace. Student will rotate through a variety of research sites agreed upon by the instructor and student.
Prerequisite(s): CRC 260IN
Information: Consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this course. May be taken three times for a maximum of three credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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CRC 296 - Clinical Research Independent Study: Clinical Project
1-6 Credits, 4-24 Contact Hours (4-24 lab)
Students independently continue their development in Clinical Research under the mentorship of a faculty member. Content will be determined by instructor and student.
Information: Students must obtain lead faculty approval before enrolling in this course. Course content and performance objectives will be kept on file in the campus curriculum coordinator’s program file.
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Communication |
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CMN 102 - Introduction to Communication [SUN# COM 1100]
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Introduction to the function, basic concepts, and skills of oral communication in interpersonal and public address situations. Includes foundations of communication, perception of self and others, intercultural communication, interpersonal communication and relationships, public speaking, and group communication.
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CMN 110 - Public Speaking
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Study and training in public speaking that takes an audience-centered approach. Includes the responsibilities of the public speaker and the listener, managing nervousness and causes of public speaking anxiety, topic selection, audience analysis, organizing the speech, presenting the speech, and types of public speaking.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER and C; Meets CTE - OTHER and C.
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CMN 120 - Business and Professional Communication
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Study and training in organizational communication within a multicultural/global environment. Includes communication in a multicultural/global business environment, interpersonal communication skills in a culturally diverse workforce; researching, organizing, and delivering informative, instructional, and persuasive presentations; interviewing techniques, group process in business, and listening techniques.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER and C, G; Meets CTE - OTHER and C, G.
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CMN 130 - Small Group Communication [SUN# COM 2271]
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Study and training in small group communication. Includes the nature and functions of small group communication; leadership, influence, and decision-making in small groups; principles of small group interactions, and designing and delivering small group presentations.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER; Meets CTE - OTHER.
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CMN 140 - Interpersonal Communication [SUN# COM 1110]
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
Introduction to interpersonal communication with an emphasis on the concepts and examples relevant to our daily lives. Includes foundations of interpersonal communication, messages, dynamics, and relationships in context.
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CMN 200 - Intercultural Communication
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
The study of intercultural communication comparing cultures and communication styles with a focus on developing intercultural communication competence in interactions with culturally dissimilar people. Includes strategies for managing intercultural communication conflict; avoiding stereotypes and prejudice in intercultural encounters; for dismantling racism and discrimination. Also includes communication skills to achieve intercultural communication competence.
Prerequisite(s): CMN 102 or CMN 110 .
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - Options; Meets CTE - Options
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CMN 228 - Research Methods in Communication
3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)
An introduction to communication research methods. Includes how to plan and design studies, conduct studies using various methodologies, how information collected is analyzed, and how results of the research are interpreted in a meaningful manner.
Information: This course prepares communication majors to study, research and analyze communication issues. This course is designed for students with little or no familiarity with research methods.
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Computer-Aided Drafting/Design |
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CAD 101 - Computer-Aided Drafting
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Two-dimensional computer-aided drafting (CAD) concepts and techniques. Includes CAD methods, electronic file management, freehand sketching, visualization, dimensioning, and copy production.
Information: For individuals with no computer and/or drafting experience.
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CAD 104 - Integrated Circuit Layout Fundamentals
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Principles and concepts of integrated circuit layout using Cadence design software. Includes basic electronics, fundamentals of integrated circuits, circuit design, circuit floorplanning, electronic file management, schematic diagram, and physical layout overview.
Recommendation: CAD 114 , TEC 100 . If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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CAD 114 - Electronic Manufacturing Processes
2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours (2 lec.)
Principles and concepts of integrated circuit manufacturing processes. Includes integrated circuit device physics, semiconductor fabrication, failure mechanisms, resistors, capacitors, diodes, and metal-oxide semiconductor (MOS) transistors.
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CAD 117 - Print Reading with CAD for Manufacturing
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Principles and concepts of print reading, technical freehand sketching, and CAD drawing. Includes common print and manufacturing terms, print fundamentals and standards, freehand sketching, CAD applications, and print analysis. Also includes an introduction to SolidWorks solid modeling and detail drawing production.
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CAD 127 - Introduction to MicroStation
4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours (3 lec., 3 lab)
Introduction to MicroStation basic concepts and techniques. Includes computer aided drafting procedure and methods in the areas of architectural and civil design, electronic file management, software drawing setup, 2D and 3D fundamental elements creation and manipulating elements, annotation, industry standards, scale, dimensioning, hard copy production, and final project.
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