Jan 14, 2026  
2023-2024 Workforce Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Workforce Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Automotive Technology

  
  • UAFM 101 - Noise, Vibration, and Harshness


    Skills and knowledge required to pinpoint Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) related concerns to a vehicle system. Characteristics and aspects of NVH, use of NVH diagnostic tools and equipment, repair methods.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate comprehension of how normal and abnormal noise, vibrations and harshness (NVH) manifest in automobiles.
    2. Demonstrate comprehension of powertrain-related vibrations, diagnostic techniques, and repair methods.
    3. Demonstrate comprehension of driveline-related vibrations, diagnostic techniques, and repair methods.
    4. Demonstrate comprehension of wheel-related vibrations, diagnostic techniques and repair methods.
    5. Demonstrate comprehension of wind noise and water leak sources, causes, diagnostic and repair methods.
    6. Analyze, interpret, and diagnose NVH concerns using Ford’s VMS system and associated tools

    Outline:
    • Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Fundamentals
      • Terminology
      • Units of measure
        • Frequency
          • Pitch
          • RPM
          • Hertz
        • Amplitude
          • Volume
      • Order
        • First
        • Second
        • Third
        • Fourth
          • Component group
            • Wheels/tires/axles
            • Powertrain
            • Driveline
    • Measuring tools and diagnostic methods
      • Use of standardized, detailed concern documentation
      • Test Procedures
        • Vibration
          • Vehicle Measurement System Software
          • Other electronic calculative devices
          • Sirometer
          • Reed Tachometer
        • Sound
          • Sound amplification devices
          • Ultrasonic penetrating devices
        • Harshness
          • Like units
            • Customer Expectations
    • Solutions and repair methods
      • Vibrations
        • Wheels/Tires/Axles
          • Dynamic balancing
            • RoadForce®
          • Runout
            • Match-mounting
            • Indexing
        • Powertrain
          • Powertrain mount neutralization
          • External component isolation and replacement
        • Driveline
          • Operating angle measurement and adjustment
          • Driveshaft indexing
          • Driveshaft balancing


  
  • UAFM 111 - Internal Combustion Engines


    Construction, operation, diagnosis, and service of modern gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines with a focus on dealership-level service practices. Students who successfully complete this course may receive Service Technician Specialty Training credit from Ford Motor Company for Engine Diagnosis and Repair.

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate comprehension of automotive precision measuring tool use
    2. Demonstrate comprehension of internal combustion engine theory and fundamental operation
    3. Demonstrate comprehension of internal combustion engine components and subsystem’s purpose and function
    4. Demonstrate comprehension of gasoline and diesel engine design variants, functions, strengths, and weaknesses
    5. Demonstrate comprehension of gasoline and diesel engine malfunction diagnosis and repair methods
    6. Analyze, interpret, diagnose, and repair internal combustion engine-related malfunctions.

    Outline:
    • Engine Fundamentals and Operation
      • Engine Operation
        • 4 stroke cycle
        • 2 stroke cycle
      • Engine Bottom End
        • Block
        • Crankshaft
          • Main bearings
          • Oil seals
        • Flywheel
        • Connecting Rod
          • Rod bearings
        • Piston
          • Pin
          • Rings
        • Lubrication
          • Pump operation and design variants
      • Engine Top End
        • Cylinder head
        • Valvetrain and componentry
        • Intake manifold(s)
        • Exhaust manifold(s)
        • Valve cover(s)
      • Valve actuation
        • Camshaft in block / Overhead valve (OHV)
        • Camshaft in head / Overhead Cam (OHC)
    • Engine Classifications
      • Cylinder arrangements
      • Number of cylinders
      • Displacement
      • Fuel types
      • Ignition types
      • Camshaft configurations
      • Combustion chamber design variants
    • Engine Top End Construction
      • Head design variants
        • Camshafts
        • Valves
        • Guides
        • Actuation variants
        • Lubrication
        • Cooling
        • Fluid sealing
    • Bottom End Construction
      • Block design variants
        • Cylinders
        • Structural components
        • Pistons
        • Rods
        • Crankshafts
        • Lubrication systems
        • Cooling
        • Fluid sealing
    • Front and Back End Construction
      • Valve Timing Drive design variants
        • Chain drive systems
          • Primary chains
          • Secondary chains
          • Tensioners, guides, and lubrication
          • Timing
        • Belt drive systems
          • Tensioners, idlers, and guides
          • Timing
        • Gear drive systems
          • Timing
        • Balancing systems
          • Internal
          • External
    • Cooling System Technology
      • Functions
        • Removing heat
        • Reaching ideal operating temperature quickly
        • Maintaining operating temperature
      • Components
        • Pumps
        • Thermostats
        • Heat exchangers
        • Fans
        • Hoses, belts and flow sequence
        • Coolants
    • Cooling System Testing, Maintenance, and Repair
      • Troubleshooting
        • Inspections
        • Symptom verification
        • On-board diagnostic methods
      • Common malfunctions
        • Leaks, coolant loss
        • Overcooling
        • Overheating
      • Coolant pump service
        • Checks
        • Removal and installation
      • Thermostat service
        • Checks
        • Removal and installation
      • Hose and belt service
        • Inspection
        • Removal and installation
      • Heat exchanger service
        • Inspection
        • Cap and pressure testing
        • Leak testing
        • Removal and installation
      • Fan service – electrical and mechanical
        • Inspection
        • Diagnostics
        • Removal and installation
      • Coolant service
        • Inspection
        • Testing
          • Chemical
          • Electrolysis
          • Hydrometer
        • Draining, filling, and flushing
          • Air purging
    • Lubrication system fundamentals
      • Components
        • Engine oil
          • Ratings, chemistry, and additives
        • Wet sump systems
        • Dry sump systems
        • Pickups and screens
        • Pumps and drive mechanisms
        • Filtration
        • Cooling
        • Galleries and flow cycles
        • Sensors and electronic controls
    • Lubrication system diagnostics, testing and service
      • Malfunctions
      • Sludging
      • Contamination
        • Water
        • Fuel
        • Other fluids
      • Consumption and fluid loss
      • Low pressure
      • High pressure
      • Pump service
    • Base engine malfunction testing, diagnosis, and repair methods
      • Noise isolation
        • Subassembly isolation
      • Performance
        •  
          • Visual and audible inspection
          • Compression testing
            • Static
            • Running
          • Leak down testing
      • Root cause failure analysis
      • Cylinder head repair procedures
      • Block repair procedures
      • Setting valve timing
      • Installation and final assembly


  
  • UAFM 141 - Steering & Suspension Systems


    Purpose, design, function, diagnostics and service of common steering and suspension systems found on modern automobiles and light trucks. Wheels, tires, and tire repair will also be covered. Students who successfully complete this course may receive Service Technician Specialty Training credit from Ford Motor Company for Steering and Suspension Diagnosis.  

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain suspension configurations, theory, and operation.
    2. Explain steering configurations, theory, and operation.
    3. Explain suspension geometry and alignment principles.
    4. Appraise chassis-related diagnostics, repair tools and techniques.
    5. Assess Tire Pressure Monitoring System operation and diagnostic methods.
    6. Explain tire construction, composition, sizing, ratings, and applications.
    7. Assess tire and wheel service practices.
    8. Diagnose steering and suspension-related malfunctions.

    Outline:
    • Steering and suspension fundamentals
      • Principles of operation
    • Tire and wheel bearing fundamentals
      • Bearing design variations and service
        • Press-in
        • Spindle
      • Tire design variations and maintenance
        • Passenger
        • Light Truck
      • Tire sizes and ratings
      • Tire pressure monitoring systems
        • Active
        • Passive
    • Tire service
      • Puncture repair
      • Rotation
      • Replacement
      • TPMS sensor service
    • Suspension system technology
      • Function of a suspension system
      • Design variations
        • Independent
        • Non-independent
      • Springs
        • Coil
        • Leaf
        • Air
        • Torsion bar
      • System construction
        • Control arms
        • Strut rods
        • Ball joints
        • Shock absorbers
        • Anti-roll bars
        • Track rods
        • Jounce bumpers
      • MacPherson strut
        • Service
      • Short Long Arm
        • Multi-link
        • Wishbone
      • Auto leveling and dynamic systems
        • Air and hydraulic suspension systems
        • Computer controlled dampening
      • System service and tools
    • Steering system technology
      • Functions
      • System design variations
        • Recirculating ball / parallelogram
        • Rack and pinion
      • Power assist systems
        • Hydraulic
        • Electric
        • Electrohydraulic
      • Steering diagnosis and service
        • Tire rods
        • Drag links
        • Idler arms
        • Pittman arms
        • Power assist components
    • Wheel alignment
      • Principles and diagnosis
      • Geometry and handling characteristics
        • Caster
        • Camber
        • Toe
        • Scrub Radius
        • SAI
        • Included angle
        • Thrust angle
      • Adjustments


  
  • UAFM 151 - Automotive Braking and Vehicle Dynamic Systems


    Function, componentry, diagnosis and service of automotive and light truck brake systems including various computer-controlled Vehicle Dynamic Systems (VDS). Students who successfully complete this course may receive Service Technician Specialty Training credit from Ford Motor Company for Vehicle Braking Systems and Advanced Brake Systems Diagnosis and Service.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain automotive brake system fundamental functions.
    2. Describe vehicle brake system componentry, purposes, functions, and design variants.
    3. Assess vehicle brake service practices and procedures.
    4. Evaluate Ford electric brake booster operation and diagnostics.
    5. Explain vehicle dynamic system functions.
    6. Assess vehicle dynamic system diagnostics and repair requirements.
    7. Diagnose and service disc and drum brake componentry.
    8. Diagnose vehicle dynamic system malfunctions using a scan tool and multimeter.

    Outline:
    • Brake system technology
      • Drum and disc brakes
    • Brake system mechanics and hydraulics
      • Pascal’s Law
      • Levers
    • Brake system components
      • Pedal assemblies
      • Master cylinders
      • Power actuators
        • Pneumatic
        • Hydraulic
        • Electronic
      • Fluids
        • Glycol-based
        • Silicone-based
      • Lines and hoses
      • Disc assemblies
      • Drum assemblies
      • Switches
      • Control valves
    • Parking brake mechanisms
    • Brake system diagnosis, service, and repair
      • Troubleshooting techniques
      • Self-diagnostics
      • Vibrations
      • Grabs and pulls
      • Noises
      • Pedal feel
      • Warning lights
    • Advanced braking, dynamic systems
      • Mandated systems
        • ABS
          • Componentry, function, diagnosis, repair
          • Traction Control
            • Stability Control
              • Componentry, function, diagnosis, repair
            • Componentry, function, diagnosis, repair
            • Optional systems
              • Hill Start Assist
    • Hill Decent
      • Torque Vectoring
      • Trailer Sway


  
  • UAFM 161 - Automotive Electrical Fundamentals and Applications


    Fundamental operation and application of low voltage DC electrical and electronic automotive systems. Includes diagnosis and repair of electrical circuits. Also includes a focus on vehicle starting, charging and accessory systems.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate comprehension of series, parallel and series-parallel circuit construction.
    2. Demonstrate comprehension of circuit behavior
    3. Demonstrate comprehension of low voltage battery systems
    4. Demonstrate comprehension of common starting systems
    5. Demonstrate comprehension of common charging systems
    6. Interpret circuit function and analyze faults using wiring diagrams
    7. Analyze, interpret, and diagnose electrical malfunctions using a multimeter

    Outline:
    1. Electricity Fundamentals
      • Electron Flow
      • Units of measure
        • Voltage
        • Amperage
        • Resistance
      • Ohm’s Law
      • Kirchoff’s Law
      • Watt’s Law
    • Circuit Construction
      • Series
      • Parallel
      • Series Parallel
    • Multimeter function
      • Usage techniques
      • Measurement interpretation
      • Limitations
    • Using and interpreting wiring diagrams
      • Powerflow
      • Component locations
      • Associated componentry
    • Battery Systems
      • Function
      • Testing
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair
    • Charging Systems
      • Function
      • Testing
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair
    • Starting Systems
      • Function
      • Testing
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair
    • Accessory Systems
      • Function
      • Testing
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair


  
  • UAFM 162 - Electronic Systems


    Automotive electronic devices, computer-controlled systems, control strategies and diagnostics. Introduction to networking and multiplexing. Use of DVOMs, scan tools and oscilloscopes. Students who successfully complete this course may receive Service Technician Specialty Training credit from Ford Motor Company for Electronics Systems Diagnosis.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain the theory and operation of electronic systems.
    2. Describe the function of various semiconductors and electronic devices.
    3. Acquire and interpret oscilloscope samples.
    4. Explain the function of various module communication protocols.
    5. Explain the function of Ford’s Interactive Diagnostic System (IDS).
    6. Explain the function of the Ford Diagnostic and Repa62ir System (FDRS).
    7. Explain high voltage systems safety protocols.
    8. Diagnose electronic system malfunctions using a scan tool and wiring diagrams.

    Outline:
    • Electric and Electronic Components
      • Electric Components
        • Resistors
        • Switches
        • Capacitors
        • Fuses
        • Circuit Breakers
        • Coils
        • Transformers
        • Relays
        • Solenoids
        • Electric Motors
      • Electronic Components
        • Semiconductors
        • Diodes
        • Transistors
        • Photonic Devices
    • Computer System Fundamentals
      • Computer System Advantages
      • Computer System Operation
      • Computer Signals & Inputs
        • Terminology
      • Sensors
        • Classifications
        • Specific Sensors
          • Function
          • Testing
      • Computers
        • Locations
        • Types
        • Function
      • Actuators & Outputs
        • Types
        • Operations
        • Specific Actuators
          • Function
          • Testing
      • Computer Networks
    • On-Board Diagnostics and Scan Tools
      • Types of failures
        • Hard Failures
        • Soft Failures
      • Diagnostic Trouble Codes
        • Triggers
        • Interpretation
        • Diagnostic Regimens
      • Diagnostic Test Modes
        • Mode 1 – Datalogger
        • Mode 2 – Freeze frame
        • Mode 3 – Stored DTCs
        • Mode 4 – Clear DTCs
        • Mode 5 – Oxygen sensor monitor test results
        • Mode 6 – Non-continuous monitor test results
        • Mode 7 – Continuous monitor test results
        • Mode 8 – Output state control
        • Mode 9 – Vehicle information
    • Lighting, Instrumentation and Accessory Systems
      • Function
      • Variation
      • Diagnostics
    • Power Accessories and Infotainment Systems
      • Function
      • Variation
      • Diagnostics
    • Security and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
      • Function
      • Variation
      • Diagnostics


  
  • UAFM 171 - Climate Control Systems


    Construction, operation, diagnosis and repair of modern heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) and climate control systems common in automobiles and light truck applications. Students who successfully complete this course may receive Service Technician Specialty Training credit from Ford Motor Company for Advanced Climate Control Diagnosis.

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate comprehension of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning fundamentals
    2. Demonstrate comprehension of climate control systems theory and operation
    3. Demonstrate comprehension of automotive HVAC electronic componentry theory and operation
    4. Demonstrate comprehension of climate control systems diagnosis
    5. Demonstrate comprehension of climate control systems leak detection methods and principles
    6. Analyze, interpret, and diagnose climate control system-related malfunctions.

    Outline:
    • Heating and Air Conditioning Fundamentals
      • Principles of refrigeration
        • States of matter
        • Heat transfer
        • Pressure and temperature relationship
        • Refrigerants
        • Lubrication oils
        • Basi refrigerant cycle
        • High and low sides
      • Automotive Air Conditioning Systems
        • Pumps/Compressors
        • Condensers
        • Flow metering devices
        • Evaporators
        • Receiver Driers
        • Accumulator Driers
        • Blower fans
        • Thermostatic switches
        • Pressure and temperature sensors
        • Hoses, Lines, Mufflers
        • Service Valves
      • System Design Variants
        • Fixed orifice
        • Thermostatic expansion
      • Heating Systems
        • Engine cooling system fundamentals
        • Hoses
        • Heater core
        • Blower fans
        • Controls
      • Heating and Air Conditioning Controls
        • Actuators
          • Vacuum
          • Electronic
          • Mechanical
        • Ducts and vents
        • Filters
      • Climate Controlled Seats
        • Heated
        • Heated and Cooled
      • Heated Steering Wheels\ Thermo-electronic devices
      • Auxiliary Systems
      • Hybrid Systems
    • Heating and Air Conditioning Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
      • Inspections
      • Fault detection
      • Monitoring system pressures and temperatures
    • Refrigerant safety and chemical hazards
    • System Performance Testing
      • Manifold gauges
      • Mode 1 (Datalogger)
    • Recovery, Evacuation, Recycling and Recharging
      • Refrigerant identification
      • Leak sealant detection
      • Service connections
      • Service equipment operation
      • Leak detection
        • Dyes
        • Electronic samplers
    • Common system faults
      • Evaporators
      • Condensers
      • Driers
      • Metering Devices
      • Lines and hoses
    • System service
      • Evacuation
      • Flushing
      • Component replacement
        • Recovery and addition of oil
      • Service Rules
      • EPA 609 certification preparation


  
  • UAFM 191 - Dealership Work Experience I


    Application of concepts and practices learned in UAFM courses to demonstrate practical work situations within the automotive repair field. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate comprehension of UAFM course content.
    2. Analyze, interpret, and diagnose vehicle problems to accurately determine the approach needed for repair demonstration.

  
  • UAFM 192 - Dealership Work Experience II


    Application of concepts and practices learned in UAFM courses to demonstrate practical work situations within the automotive repair field.  A cooperative education experience which provides practice of skills learned in previous classroom sessions, develop technical skills and understanding of a technician’s role in customer satisfaction. This course also serves to provide transition from education to career. This experience will generate feedback necessary for maximum effectiveness of the school, dealership and Ford Motor Company.

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate comprehension of UAFM course content.
    2. Analyze, interpret, and diagnose vehicle problems to accurately determine the approach needed for repair demonstration.
    3. Demonstrate readiness to enter workforce as a competent dealership technician.

    Outline:
    • Complete assigned work.
    • Document experience of work in journal.
    • Perform in accordance with worksite rules, policies, and practices.


  
  • UAFM 291 - Dealership Work Experience III


    Third series of for concept and practice application to demonstrate practical work situations within the automotive repair field.  A cooperative education experience which provides practice of skills learned in previous classroom sessions, develop technical skills and understanding of a technician’s role in customer satisfaction. This course also serves to provide transition from education to career. This experience will generate feedback necessary for maximum effectiveness of the school, dealership and Ford Motor Company.

    Prerequisite(s): Practical work experience may be demonstrated concurrently with courses being taken or from previous learning.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate comprehension of UAFM  program course content.
    2. Analyze, interpret, and diagnose vehicle problems to accurately determine the approach needed for repair demonstration.
    3. Demonstrate readiness to enter workforce as a competent dealership technician.

    Outline:
    • Complete assigned work.
    • Document experience of work in journal.
    • Perform in accordance with worksite rules, policies and practices.


  
  • UAUT 010 - Introduction to Electric Vehicle Ownership


    Electric vehicles are becoming more prevalent on our roadways, both as private ownership and in fleet operations.  This overview course will answer questions on acquiring an electric vehicle that meets your transportation needs.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain the benefits of electric vehicles (EVs).
    2.  Identify the types of electrified vehicles.
    3. Explain the differences between an EV and an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle.
    4. Select an Electric Vehicle based on specific needs.

    Outline:
    I. Adopting the Electric Option

    • Why use Electricity?
    • Transiting Household Appliances to Electric 
    • Setting up Charging for Electric Vehicle (EV) – 120-volt outlet and 240-volt NEMA Panel Box
    • Actual EV Benefits - Costs Savings and Air Quality Improvement
    • Electric Generation- Coal, Wind, Solar (PV) Photo Voltaic, Nuclear
    • Myths and Misunderstandings - Why aren’t you driving one already?

    II.  Automobile Background 

    • From ICE Age (Internal Combustion Engine) Age of Electrics with Battery EVs
    • to Solar Electric Vehicles  (sEV)
    • Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
    • Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
    • Pure Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
    • Solar EV - The Aptera Example
    • Hydrogen Fuel Cell - Toyota, Hyundai, Nikola

    III.  Internal Combustion Engine vs Electric Vehicle Comparisons

    • ICE Machine with Seven Systems vs EV with Four Components
    • Batteries - from Lead Acid to Lithium Ion and Beyond
    • Motors - from Direct Current (DC) to Alternating Current (AC) 
    • Controllers & Regen
    • Chargers - from Trickle at 110-volt, Standard at 240-volt and DC Fast Chargers at 480-volt and Beyond

    IV.   Selecting An Electric Vehicle

    • Assessing Needs, based on Range, Efficiency and Cost
    • Options - Buy, Lease, Rent…Or Convert an ICE Machine to EV
    • Cautions from Dealer Add-on Costs to Mis-Information Missing DC Fast Charger Option
    • Availability of Charging Sites per PlugShare
    • Evaluating Efficiency at Different Rates of Speed, Uphill/ Downhill and Temperature effects
    • Evaluating a Drive in an Electric Vehicle

    V.    Presentations by Tucson Electric Vehicle Association Members & Feedback

    • One by One from Panel of EV Drivers
    • Satisfaction Markers
    • Meeting the Objective- Can you choose an EV?
    • Feedback - What worked, what didn’t?
    • Resources and references - come talk to TEVA!


  
  • UAUT 101 - Automotive Maintenance


    Techniques of routine vehicle maintenance. Includes customer vehicle identification and handling, new vehicle pre-delivery inspection and preparation, safety inspection, lubrication tasks, light line tasks, and fluid flushing.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform an engine oil and filter change on a typical vehicle
    2. Perform an automatic transmission/transaxle fluid change on a typical vehicle
    3. Perform a fluid change on a manual transmission, differential, and/or transfer case
    4. Perform a coolant drain and fill, R&R wipers, hoses, and belts
    5. Perform a tire inspection and rotation
    6. Perform a comprehensive vehicle inspection

    Outline:
    • Safety
      • Work habits
      • Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations
    • Customer Vehicle Identification and Handling
      • Work orders
      • Key storage and vehicle identification
      • Protective covers and cleanliness
      • New Vehicle Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) and Preparation
    • Preparation and inspection forms
      • Underhood inspection
      • Under vehicle inspection
      • Body-exterior inspection
      • Body-interior inspection
      • Pre-road test
      • Items normally tested by road test
    • Safety Inspection
      • Brake system inspection
      • Tire condition and pressure
      • Lights, horn and wiper operation
      • Steering and suspension inspection
      • Exhaust inspection
      • Fuel system inspection
      • Seat belt operation
      • Glass and mirror inspection
      • Body and structure inspection
      • Battery and battery cables testing and inspection
      • U-joint and CV joint inspection
    • Lubrication Technician Tasks
      • Request/work orders and customer history
      • Chassis lubrication
      • Engine oil and filter changes
      • Automatic transmission fluid and filter changes
      • Standard transmission, differential and transfer case oil changes
      • Filter changes
        • Fuel
        • Air
        • Charcoal canister
        • Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV)
      • Twenty seven point inspection of leaks and hazards
    • Light Line Technician Tasks
      • Inspect, replace, and adjust fan belts
      • Inspect, replace radiator, and heater hoses
      • Inspect and replace wiper blades
      • Inspect and replace head and tail lamps
      • Clean, inspect, and test batteries
      • Turn and hazard warning circuit testing and replacement
      • Water pump and fan clutch inspection
      • Shock absorber inspection/testing
      • Tire rotation and inspection
      • Brake systems inspection/testing
      • Hoist operation and vehicle lifting points


  
  • UAUT 105 - Light Line Maintenance


    Principles and procedures for light line service. Includes safety, transmission and driveline systems, air conditioning/heating systems, electrical systems, suspension/steering systems, engine performance, and tools and equipment

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform a cooling system flush
    2. Perform an automatic transmission fluid flush
    3. Perform a full brake job
    4. Perform a rear axle R&R
    5. Perform a CV axle R&R
    6. Demonstrate knowledge of Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and perform basic diagnosis on them
    7. Demonstrate tire wear diagnosis, and perform a tire dismount, repair, remount, and balance
    8. R&R a water pump and perform a coolant pressure

    Outline:
    • Safety
      • Work habits
      • Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
      • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
      • Regulations
      • Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations
      • Fire extinguishers and exits
    • Engine Mechanical Systems
      • Engine mechanical theory
      • Cooling system
        • Theory and operation
        • Water pump and thermostat, Remove and Replace (R & R)
        • Pressure test and operational checks
      • Exhaust system inspection
      • Timing belt and chain inspection
    • Transmission and Driveline Systems
        • Automatic transmission and transaxle
          • Seal and gasket leaks, inspection and replacement
          • Linkage adjustment and repair
        • Manual transmission and transaxle
          • Seal and gasket leaks, inspection and replacement
          • Linkage adjustment and repair
          • Clutch adjustment and repair
        • Final Drive
          • U-joints inspection and replacement
          • CV-joint inspection
        • Axle shafts
          • Seals, inspection and replacement
          • Wheel studs, replacement
    • Air Conditioning and Heating Systems
      • Air conditioning
        • Theory and operation
        • Component inspection and adjustment
      • Heating
        • Theory and operation
        • Component inspection and adjustment
    • Electrical Systems
      • Multimeter use
      • Lights, wiring, and circuit diagnosis and repair
      • Battery testing, diagnosis, and replacement
      • Alternator testing, diagnosis, and replacement
      • Starter testing, diagnosis, and replacement
      • Vehicle starting with jumper cables
    • Suspension and Steering Systems
      • Shock absorbers inspection and replacement
      • Wheel bearing, inspection, service and replacement
      • Steering and alignment inspection and diagnosis
      • Tires - inspection and diagnosis of wear patterns
      • Tires - change, repair, and balance
    • Engine Performance
      • Ignition system, inspection and diagnosis
      • Fuel system, inspection and diagnosis
    • Automotive Hand Tools and Equipment
      • Proper use and storage of automotive hand tools
      • Hoist operation and safety
      • Use of drills, taps


    Credit course equivalent:
    AUT-105 Light Line Maintenance
  
  • UAUT 128 - Automotive Electrical Fundamentals and Applications


    Principles and procedures of electrical diagnosis and repair. Includes electrical fundamentals and test equipment, electrical system, battery, starting system, charging system, lighting systems, instrumentation, integrated circuits, and computerized control systems.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform electrical measurements and create parallel, series, and series/parallel circuits.
    2. Test and measure battery performance and determine necessary repairs.
    3. Demonstrate understanding of Digital Multimeter Operation and utilize it to diagnose electrical malfunctions.
    4. Troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions within a typical starting system by using a step diagnostic method.
    5. Troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions within a typical charging system by using a step diagnostic method.
    6. Inspect, diagnose, and repair lighting system malfunctions using a step diagnostic method.
    7. Inspect, diagnose, and repair typical driver information, instrumentation cluster, and sensor malfunctions using a step method.
    8. Demonstrate understanding of the Snap-on Multimeter 525 Multimeter and obtain NC3 certification.

    Outline:
    • Electrical Fundamentals and Test Equipment
      • Definition and effects of electricity
      • Measurement and types of electricity
        • Voltage
        • Amperage
        • Resistance
      • Actions of Electricity
        • Heat generation
        • Chemical reaction
        • Magnetism and electromagnetism
      • Circuit types and components of a circuit
        • Parallel
        • Series
        • Combination
      • Diagnostic testing, low and high resistance, and measurement
        • Voltage drops
        • Resistance checks
        • Continuity checks
      • Electrical circuit controls
        • Resistors, fixed and variable type
        • Switches
        • Relays
    • Battery Diagnosis and Service
      • Charge test
      • Capacity (load, high rate discharge) tests
      • Slow/fast battery charge
      • Battery cables, connectors, clamps and hold-downs
      • Jumper pack use
    • DVOM Operation and Electrical Circuit Diagnosis
      • DVOM design and operation
      • Electrical circuit design and operation
      • Utilizing voltage drops to isolate failed circuits and components
      • Properly documenting diagnostic procedures and findings
    • Starting System Diagnosis and Repair
      • Starter relays and solenoids
      • Starter circuit voltage drop testing
      • Starter: remove and replace
      • Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
      • Properly documenting one’s diagnostic procedure and findings
    • Charging System Diagnosis and Repair
      • Problems that cause an undercharge, no charge, or overcharged condition
      • Alternator drive belts
      • Alternator: remove and replace
      • Electrical diagnosis
      • Properly documenting diagnostic procedure and findings
    • Lighting Systems Diagnosis and Repair
      • Bulb and headlight styles/designs
      • LED construction and operation
      • Inspecting bulbs
      • Bulb and headlight circuit diagnoses
      • Properly documenting diagnostic procedures and findings
    • Instrumentation
      • Gauges and gauge sending units operation
      • Circuit design of common instrumentation systems
      • Constant, intermittent, or no warning light and drive information system operation
      • Intermittent, high, low, or no readings on electronic digital instrument clusters
      • Diagnosing sensors, sending units, and instrument circuits using a step method
      • Properly documenting diagnostic procedures and findings
    • Snap-on 525 Multimeter Training
      • Utilizing measurement scale
      • Testing voltage, ohms, and amperage on live circuit
      • Testing diodes
      • Measuring alpha charge
    • Safety and Hazardous Materials Handling
      • Work habits
      • Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
      • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
      • Regulations
      • Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations
      • Fire extinguishers and exits
    • Electrical Systems Diagnosis
      • Wiring diagrams
      • Electrical circuits
      • Voltages and voltage drops in electrical/electrical circuits
      • Current flow in electrical/electrical circuits
      • Electrical circuit checking and repair
      • Shorts, grounds, opens, and high resistance problems in electrical/electronic circuits
      • Diagnosis of abnormal key-off battery drain
      • Fusible links, circuit breakers and fuses
      • Switches, connectors, and wires of electrical/electronic circuits


    Credit course equivalent:
    AUT-128 Automotive Electrical Fundamentals and Applications

Automated Industrial Technology

  
  • UAIT 100 - OSHA 10 General Industrial Safety


    Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 concepts and applications. Includes worker rights and employer responsibilities, how to file a complaint, and how to identify, abate, avoid, and prevent job-related hazards. Also includes the four types of hazards commonly found on construction sites

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate knowledge of safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations to avoid workplace injury and maximize machine productivity. 

    2. Demonstrate knowledge of electrical safety standards and electrical procedures to safely maintain industrial equipment. 

    3. Demonstrate knowledge of safety practices of mechanical and fluid-controlled systems to safely maintain industrial equipment. 

    4. Demonstrate knowledge of proper fall protection. 

    5. Select appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for various industrial safety situations. 

    6. Demonstrate the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for various industrial safety situations.


    Outline:
    • I. Demonstrate knowledge of safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations to avoid workplace injury and maximize machine productivity.
    • A. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other federal and state safety requirements for the workplace.
    • B. Common industrial hazards per OSHA standards
    • 1. Ergonomics
    • 2. Laser safety
    • 3. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) arc flash
    • 4. Confined space hazards and safety practices
    • C. Locate a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), interpret the information
    • D. Hazardous situations (i.e. apply proper procedures to the situation)
    • E. The process to perform a job safety analysis
    • F. Fuel source and selection of correct fire extinguisher class
    • G. Procedures to avoid oil fire hazards
    • H. Safely store and dispose 
    • 1. Lubricants
    • 2. Maintenance chemicals
    • II. Demonstrate knowledge of electrical safety standards and electrical procedures to safely maintain industrial equipment. 
    • A. Lockout/tagout (LOTO) test out program
    • 1. LOTO process
    • 2. Test to ensure a zero energy state
    • B. National Electrical Code (NEC) safety regulations 
    • C. NFPA 70E arc flash guidelines (i.e. their importance)
    • D. Safety procedures
    • 1. Tightening electrical conductors and components
    • 2. Disconnecting electrical conductors and components
    • 3. Connecting electrical conductors and components
    • 4. Hazards and avoiding personal contact with live electrical systems
    • 5. Guidelines on the safe approach distances while working on electrical systems
    • 6. Disconnecting electronic components
    • 7. Connecting electronic components
    • 8/.Standards to adhere to grounding safety procedures
    • III. Demonstrate knowledge of safety practices of mechanical and fluid-controlled systems to safely maintain industrial equipment.
    • A. Lockout/tagout (LOTO) test out program
    • 1. LOTO process
    • 2. Test to ensure a zero energy state
    • B. Machine guarding for mechanical power transmission systems purpose
    • C. Required machine guarding for fluid power systems
    • D. Safe procedures for removing:
    • 1. Stored hydraulic or pneumatic energy
    • 2. Systems with accumulators and compressed air reservoirs
    • E. Dangers of personal contact:
    • 1. Pressurized hydraulic
    • 2. Pneumatic streams
    • F. Guidelines to avoid contact with hot surfaces in fluid power systems
    • IV. Demonstrate knowledge of proper fall protection.
    • A. Working at heights
    • B. Sling ladders, scaffolding, and lifts
    • C. Unguarded leading edges
    • D. Open holes
    • E. Improper guardrails
    • F. Damaged equipment (ladders, stairs, safety equipment, etc.)
    • G. Slippery conditions
    • H. Unmarked elevation changes
    • V. Identify, select and demonstrate the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
    • A. Identify and describe the four Basic Types of PPE
    • 1. Face and Eye Protection
    • 2. Respiratory Protection
    • 3. Skin and Body Protection (head, foot & hand)
    • 4. Hearing Protection
    • B. Select appropriate personal protective equipment per job


  
  • UAIT 105 - Maintenance Operations


    Overview of the area of maintenance operations of a manufacturing facility. Preparation to sit for the NIMS Duty Area 1: Maintenance Operations Certification Exam.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform machine operation including startup, emergency, and normal shutdown and manual functions.
    2. Monitor machine operation and verify that performance meets safety, production, and maintenance requirements.
    3. Locate, interpret, and store machine operation and maintenance documentation.
    4. Perform planned and unscheduled machine maintenance procedures in accordance with a company-approved maintenance plan.
    5. Perform a preventative maintenance procedure for a given machine to extend machine life and minimize downtime.

    Outline:
    • Machine Operation
      • Safety checklist:
      • Machine malfunction definition
      • Standard operating procedures definition
      • Operations to start and stop an operation
      • When a machine needs to be shut down
      • Lockout process (perform process)
    • Monitoring Machine Operation; Verifying Performance Meets Production Requirements
      • Confirming (with operator) machine is operating within specifications
      • Five senses to observe machine operation and vibration (i.e. determine machine operating correctly, recognize malfunctions symptoms)
      • Operator use of correct operation procedure evaluation
      • Leaks, dirt, and loose connections
      • Read:
        • Pressure gauges
        • Flow meters
        • Fluid levels
        • Temperature gauges
        • Voltages and current
      • HMI (monitor machine)
      • Machine reading comparisons (i.e. machine documentation and performance specifications to determine if machine is performing within specifications)
      • Record machine operation history (manual log or computer database)
    • Locate, Interpret, and Store Machine Operation and Maintenance Documentation
      • Methods of storing machine operation and maintenance documentation (accessible to the maintenance technicians and operators)
      • Locate and interpret (for a given machine):
        • Machine operation manuals, including: identification of safety requirements and features, performance specifications, stand operating procedures, startup/shutdown procedures
        • Spare parts lists, vendor sources, and maintenance procedures
        • Machine operation history logs, computer-based and manual
        • Machine operating history from an HMI database
        • Machine lubrication and preventive maintenance schedules from company or machine manufacturer documentation
    • Planned and Unscheduled Machine Maintenance Procedures (In Accordance with a Company-Approved Maintenance Plan)
      • Concept of total productive maintenance (TPM) definition (e.g. combination of preventive, predictive, and total company buy-in)
      • Benefits and limitations of preventive/predictive maintenance
      • Company procedures to inform production personnel of maintenance to be done on a machine
      • Use of CMMS description
      • When a work order is needed
      • Steps to perform an unscheduled/planned maintenance procedure
      • Concept of autonomous maintenance
      • Elements of a comprehensive maintenance plan
      • Methods of eliminating unplanned maintenance events
      • Types of planned/unplanned maintenance procedures
      • How to read, interpret, and resolve a work order
    • Preventative Maintenance Procedure(s) for a Given Machine to Extend Machine Life and Minimize Downtime
      • Describe preventive maintenance procedure given machine documentation
      • Types of preventive maintenance tasks
      • Identify and remove sources of contamination (e.g. select best methods of cleaning machine based upon continuous improvement principle)
    • Predictive Maintenance on a Given Machine to Extend Machine Life and Minimize Downtime
      • Basic elements and benefits of a predictive maintenance plan
      • Types of predictive maintenance methods and their applications using basic senses (hearing, feeling, etc.) and their techniques:
      • Vibration analysis
      • Thermography
      • Oil analysis
      • Acoustic analysis
      • Motor current analysis.
      • Performing predictive maintenance
    • Reading/Interpreting Technical Drawings of Parts and Assemblies with Tolerances and Basic GD&T
      • Reading/interpreting technical drawings (of parts/assemblies with tolerances, basic GD&T)
      • Line types and basic symbology
      • Multi-view drawings of cylindrical and prismatic shaped parts
      • Metric and English dimension conversions
      • Dimension lines for linear, circular, and angular dimensions
      • Title blocks
      • Feature sizes using a drawing scale
      • GD&T feature control frames
      • Standard dimensional tolerance
      • GD&T tolerances for form orientation, location
      • Assembly drawings
      • Assembly tolerances, interference fit concept
      • Maximum material condition symbols
      • Sectional cutaway views
      • Threaded and non-threaded fastener specifications
      • Type of fastener (given a sample)
      • Fastener selection (for a given application)
      • Sizes and types of washers, pins, nuts, locking devices
    •  Hand Tools to Inspect, Adjust/Tighten, and Assemble/Disassemble Equipment to Support Preventive Maintenance, Inspection, and Troubleshooting Activities
      • Basic hand tool safety rules and application for use as defined by OSHA standards
      • Concepts of how a fastener works, force, torque, dynamic and static torques, press fits, assembly tolerances
      • Proper fastener selection
      • Select and (proper) use of:
        • Screw and nut drivers
        • Fixed wrenches
        • Allen/hex key wrenches
        • Ratchet wrenches
        • Click-type torque wrench
        • Pliers, clamps, and mallets.
        • Pneumatic powered torque wrenches
        • Electric powered hand tools (e.g. drills, torque wrenches, and screwdrivers)
      • Methods to protect parts and components during handling and storage
      • Assembling parts using:
        • Threaded fasteners, washers, and nuts
        • Pins, keys, clips, snap rings, and tie wraps
      • Tightening parts using correct bolt pattern sequence
    • Hoists and Other Tools to Safely Handle and Move Parts and Equipment
      • Rigging safety including load capacity (description and demonstration)
      • Hoist inspection, determining if safe to use
      • Manual and powered hoists (using cantilevered and gantry configurations)
      • Calculating center of gravity for load balance
      • Proper use of eyebolts for lifting parts
      • Basic rigging techniques; types of slings, come-a-longs, blocking, chaining to lift a load
      • Basic concepts of force, center of gravity, force vectors, rated load, and crush force
      • Manual pry bar and truck to move a load
      • Hydraulic jack to lift a load
      • Dolly to move a load
      • Proper containment methods to store a component
      • Handling parts using proper containment prevention methods
      • Components inspection (for contamination; to take corrective action)
    • Troubleshooting Methodologies to Find Malfunctions in Machine Systems (to Return the System to Reliable, Productive Use in the Shortest Time Possible)
      • Methodologies to isolate problems to a particular sub-system, 5-why, fishbone, flow charts, half-split method, etc.
      • Effective interpersonal skills to interact with production personnel, vendors, and colleagues
      • Effective observation and interview strategies to validate the problem and determine the most effective troubleshooting strategy
      • Analyzing production information, maintenance, and operation documents to assist in troubleshooting a malfunction.


  
  • UAIT 125 - Electrical Systems I


    Overview of the area of electrical systems of a manufacturing facility. Preparation to sit for the NIMS Duty Area 5: Electrical Systems Certification Exam. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Read and interpret electrical motor control and programmable logic controller system schematics, including identifying schematic symbols, signal flow, and operation of the components and system.
    2. Adjust and test limit switches, pressure switches, float switches, and electronic proximity sensors.
    3. Use a multimeter to measure voltage, current, and resistance in an electrical circuit to verify system operation and power levels.
    4. Select, install, and test: fuses, circuit breakers, electrical relay control components in a control system, and electro-fluid power components and circuits.
    5. Troubleshoot a solenoid-operated fluid power relay control circuit.

    Outline:
    • Reading, Interpreting Electrical Motor Control and Programmable Controller System Schematics (e.g. Identifying Schematic Symbols, Signal Flow, and Operation of the Components and System)
      • Electrical components identification (given their NEC/ISO schematic symbol)
      • Interpreting electrical control and power line types on a schematic
      • Interpreting the operation of a basic electrical power and control circuits (given a schematic)
      • Following signal flow on an electrical control or power schematic
      • Interpreting control schematics (given a ladder logic diagram)
      • Interpreting power diagrams associated with a PLC and all related input/output devices
    • Adjusting, Testing Limit Switches, Pressure Switches, Float switches, and Electronic Proximity Sensors
      • Adjusting/ testing the trip point of:
        • Limit switch, float switch, and pressure switch
        • Capacitive sensor, inductive sensor, photoelectric sensor, Hall Effect sensor, fiber optic, magnetic reed sensor, and light curtain switches
      • Operation of limit, float, and pressure switches
      • Operation of capacitive sensors, inductive sensors, photoelectric sensors, Hall Effect sensors, fiber optic sensors, and magnetic reed sensors
    • Using Multimeter to Measure Voltage, Current, and Resistance in an Electrical Circuit to Verify System Operation and Power Levels
      • Multimeter to measure:
        • Incoming voltage and current to an electrical circuit
        • Voltage and current in an electrical circuit
        • Resistance in an electrical circuit
      • Multimeter to perform a continuity check in an electrical circuit
      • Concepts of resistance, voltage, current, and power
      • Using a clamp on amp meter
      • Application of a multimeter to measure continuity, resistance, voltage, and current
      • Ohm’s law definition (to determine power flow in electrical circuits)
      • Calculating power in an electrical circuit (given current and voltage)
      • Operation of parallel and series electrical circuits
    • Selecting, Installing, and Testing Fuses and Circuit Breakers
      • Size fuses and circuit breakers (in accordance with NEC requirements for a given power draw in an electrical circuit with consideration to ampacity of wiring in that circuit)
      • Installing fuses and circuit breakers in electrical circuits
      • Procedure to test fuses
      • Inspecting circuit breakers (to determine if tripped)
      • Resetting circuit breakers
      • Operation of fuses, circuit breakers, and GFCI’s
      • Fuse types identification and their use
    • Installing, Testing Electrical Relay Control Components in a Control System
      • Operation of control transformers, pushbutton switches, selector switches, control relays, magnetic motor starters, overloads, indicator lamps, electronic sensors, drum switches, solenoid operated fluid power valves, capacitors, resistors, and disconnect switches
      • Operation of basic single direction and reversing direction motor control circuits with interlocks and sensors
      • Installing/connecting NEMA/IEC relay control components in a control circuit (given a wiring diagram or schematic)
      • Installing wiring between components:
        • Control cabinet using raceways
        • Located in different enclosures via conduit
      • Replacing failed relay contacts and coils
    • Installing, Testing Electro-Fluid Power Components and Circuits
      • Operation of solenoid-operated hydraulic and pneumatic valves
      • Operation of relay-controlled sequence fluid power circuits
      • Installing/connecting solenoid-operated hydraulic and pneumatic valves in a control circuit (given a wiring diagram or schematic)
      • Manual overrides to test operation and describe the potential negative effects or consequences
    • Troubleshooting a Solenoid-Operated Fluid Power Relay Control Circuit
      • Types of failures of solenoid-operated valves
      • Solenoid-operated hydraulic and pneumatic directional control valves troubleshooting (using in-circuit tests)
      • Systematic methodologies to troubleshoot electro-fluid power relay control circuits
    • Testing, Replacing Transformers
      • Transformer ratio definition
      • Types and configurations of transformers and their application
      • Rating of a transformer
      • Connection point and taps for each type of transformer
      • Testing a transformer
      • Disconnecting/reconnecting primary and secondary transformers
      • Replacing primary and secondary transformers


  
  • UAIT 185 - Industrial Electric and Mechanical Technology


    Basic knowledge of engineering processes, product design as well as the use of digital electronics combining multidisciplinary principles from mechanics, electronics, engineering, robotics and automation control. Includes an introduction to designing mechatronic systems which require integration of the mechanical and electrical, control of mechatronic systems, digital logic, analog interfacing and power amplifiers, measurement and sensing, interfacing of software with hardware.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate correct use of precision and non-precision measurement tools.

    2. Interpret and apply various types of prints and CAD models used in manufacturing.

    3. Demonstrate how to run a PLC program.

    4. Demonstrate safe practices when working with electronic and electrical devices.

    5. Connect, configure and program programmable logic controllers for analog input and output  

        applications.

    6. Describe how and why pneumatics can be used to implement logic functions.

    7. Troubleshoot pneumatic systems.

    8. Demonstrate correct application of hydraulic actuators.

    9. Demonstrate hydraulic troubleshooting methods.

    10. Demonstrate how various electric motor control functions can be implemented with a PLC.


    Outline:
    • I. Measuring, Tolerances, and Safety  
    • Units of measure
    • Basic measurement tools
    • Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
    • Mechanical Drives Safety
    • Lockout-tagout
    • Personal protective equipment
    • Associated electrical hazards
    • Associated mechanical hazard
    • Fasteners and Fits
    • Threaded fasteners
    • Keys and keyways
    • Taper locks
    • Interference and clearance fits
    • Principles of assembly/standards of workmanship
    • Definition of torque
    • Torque specification
    •  
    • II          Blueprint Reading and CAD modeling.
    • Blueprint, CAD and manufacturing terms
    • Freehand sketching
    • Blueprint fundamentals
    • Introduction. to Solids Modeling (CAD) and Parametric Programming
    • Introduction. to Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
    • Bearings
        • Types and applications
        • Installation
        • Alignment and leveling
        • Testing
        • Calculations
        • Lubrication/lubricant selection
    • III. Electrical Safety
    • Hazards of electrical work
    • Lockout-tagout
    • Safe measurement instrument usage
    • Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
    • Couplings/Direct Drives Day
    • Types
    • Installation
    • Alignment and balancing
    • Speed, power and torque calculations
    • Electrical Terms and Concepts
    • Current
    • Resistance
    • Voltage
    • Power
    • Direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC)
    • IV. Belt and Pulley Drives
    • Types
    • Components
    • Installation
    • Belt selection
    • Tensioning
    • Maintenance and troubleshooting
    • Speed, power, and torque calculations
    • Electrical Meters and Measurement Devices
    • Ammeters
    • Voltmeters
    • Multimeters-digital and analog
    •  
    • Electronic and Electrical Components
    • Power sources
    • Switches
    • Circuit protection devices
    • Resistors, capacitors and inductors
    • Transformers
    • Transistors and diodes
    • Semiconductor devices
    • Logic gates
    • Series, Parallel and Combination Circuits
    • Current path
    • Voltage, current and resistance characteristics of each circuit type
    • Circuit analysis for resistance, voltage, current and power consumption
    •             J. Chain Drives
    • Types
    • Sprockets
    • Checking and adjusting chain tension
    • Adding and removing chain links
    • Lubrication
    • Maintenance and troubleshooting
    • Speed, power and torque calculations
    •  
    •       VI.  Gear Drives
    • Gear types/selection
    • Installation
    • Lubrication
    • Maintenance and troubleshooting
    • Direction, speed, power, torque and backlash calculations
    • Lubrication
    • 1.Types
    • 2. Applications
    • 3.Viscosity
    • 4. Testing
    •  
    • DC Circuits
    • Steady voltage and current levels
    • Examples of DC circuits
    • Resistance
    •  
    • AC Circuits
    • Frequency
    • Inductance
    • Capacitance
    • Impedance
    • Inductive and capacitive reactance
    •  
    • Hydraulic Directional Control Valve (DCV) Applications
    • DCV overview
    • Two-position DCV’s
    • Pilot-operated DCV’s
    • CAM-operated DCV’s
    •  
    • Hydraulic Cylinder Applications
    • Types
    • Regenerative circuits
    • Pressure-compensated flow control valves
    • Synchronization circuits
    • Cylinder disassembly and rebuild
    •  
    • Transformers
    • Behavior and uses
    • Calculating output voltage
    • Sizing
    • Testing and troubleshooting
    •  Hydraulic Relief Valve Operation
    • Pilot-operated relief valve operation
    • Pump unloading applications
    • Remote pressure control
    •   Hydraulic Check Valve Applications
    • Pressure port check valves
    • Pilot-operated check valves (POC’s)
    • Pilot-operated check valve applications
    • Pilot-operated check valve circuit design
    •  
    • Accumulator Applications
    • Accumulator applications
    • Accumulator circuits
    • Accumulator applications
    • Accumulator sizing
    •    
    • Industrial and Commercial Electrical Power Distribution Systems
    • Single phase power
    • 3 phase power
    • Transmission and distribution systems
    • Common voltages
    •  
    •  Electrical and Electrical Relay Control Day
    • Control logic
    • Sequencing control
    • Timers and advanced systems
    •  
    • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s)-Introduction
      • PLC Orientation
      • Industrial Networks
      • PC-PLC Connections
      • Controller Operation
      • Hydraulics Troubleshooting
        • Methods
        • Problems
    •  
    • PLC Programming
    • Project creation and organization
    • Programming software
    • Program analysis
    • Program documentation
    •     
    • Piping for fluid power
    • Flexible tubing
    • Rigid tubing
    • Hoses
    •  
    • PLC Motor Control
    • Motor Control
    • Seal-In program logic
    • Data types and user-defined tags
    • Interlock functions
    • PLC discrete control of variable speed drive
    •  Event Sequencing
    • Event sequencing and continuous cycle logic
    • Modes of operation
    • Stop functions
    • On/Off Process Control
    •  
    • Program Control Instructions
      • Program initialization
      • Master control reset
      • Subroutines
      • Jump and label instructions
      • PLC Timer and Counter Instructions
        • Non-retentive timer instructions
        • Retentive timer instructions
        • Time-driven sequencing
        • Counter instructions
      • Math and Data Move Instructions
        • Add instruction
        • Subtract instruction
        • Multiply and divide instructions
        • Move instructions
    •  
    • Air-Logic
    • Externally piloted valves
    • Introduction to air-logic
    • Air-logic design
    •  
    •     XXI. Introduction to Motor Control
    • Electrical safety review
    • Single-phase and three-phase power
    • Disconnects and protective devices
    • Three-phase motors
    •  
    • XXII. Analog Inputs and Analog Output Day
    • Sensors
    • Analog input default configuration and operation
    • Analog input tag structures and parameterization
    • Comparison instructions and on/off control
    • Analog output devices
    • Analog output configuration and operation
    • Analog output tags and data
    •  
    • Manual Motor Control and Overload Protection
    • Manual motor control
    • Manual motor starter operation
    • Overload protection
    •  
    • Control Transformers
      • Transformers
      • Operation
      • Machine control application
      • Control Ladder Logic
        • Electrical control system
        • Ladder diagram
        • Logic elements
    •  
    •  
    • Control Relays and Motor Starters Day 9-PM
    • Control relays
    • Magnetic motor starters
    • Two-wire control
    • Three-wire start/stop control
    •  
    • Introduction to Troubleshooting
    • General troubleshooting
    • Control component troubleshooting
    • Motor starter troubleshooting
    • Power component troubleshooting
    •  
    • Systems Troubleshooting
    • Test equipment for troubleshooting
    • Systems troubleshooting
    •  
    • Reversing Motor Control
    • Manual motor reversing
    • Reversing magnetic motor starter
    • Interlocking for reversing motor control
    • Modes of operation
    • Hand-off-automatic control
    • Automatic Input Devices
    • Limit switches
    • Float switches
    • Pressure switches
    • Sequence control
    • Basic Timer Control: On-Delay and Off-Delay
    • On-delay timers
    • Off-delay timers
    • Troubleshooting
    •  
    • Braking Methods
    • Drum switch plugging
    • Push-button and timer plugging
    • Electromagnetic braking
    • DC Injection and dynamic braking
    •  
    • Reduced Voltage Starting Circuits
    • Primary resistor reduced voltage starters
    • Autotransformer reduced voltage starters
    • Part winding starters
    •  
    • Power Generation & Distribution
    • AC power generation
    • Three-phase wye distribution systems
    • Three-phase delta distribution systems
    • Transformers in power distribution
    •  
    • Introduction to Variable Frequency AC Drives (VFD)
    • Variable speed AC drive basics
    • Two and three-wire control
    • Jogging control
    •  
    •   XXXIII. VFD Speed and Torque Control
    • Basic speed control
    • Advanced speed control
    • Torque control
    • VFD Acceleration, Deceleration and Braking
    • Ramping
    • Special acceleration methods
    • Braking
    • VFD-Fault Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
    • Fault detection
    • Troubleshooting
    • Clearing faults
    •  
    • XXXIV..Silicon-Controlled Rectifier (SCR) Motor Control
      • SCR half-wave speed control
      • SCR half-wave speed control performance
      • SCR full-wave speed control
      • SCR full-wave speed control performance
      • SCR controller troubleshooting


  
  • UELE 111 - Circuit Analysis I


    Direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) electric circuits. Ohm`s law, Kirchoff`s laws, series, parallel and series parallel circuits, fundamentals of inductance and capacitance, and the transient behavior of circuits containing resistance and capacitance or resistance and inductance.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Define basic electricity terms.
    2. Use the standard color code to determine resistance.
    3. Make circuit measurements using the ammeter, voltmeter, ohmmeter, and oscilloscope.
    4. Apply the scientific method of inquiry and deduction to the laws, theories and axioms of AC (alternating current)/DC (direct current) circuits to specific laboratory experiments.
    5. Use Ohm`s law and Kirchhoff`s laws to solve series, parallel and seriesparallel circuit problems.
    6. Calculate voltages and currents of simple Resistor, Inductor, and Capacitor (RLC) circuits using phasors.
    7. Describe the properties of magnetic fields and magnetic materials, and relate to the operation of magnetic devices.
    8. Calculate equivalent capacitance of capacitors connected in series and parallel.
    9. Determine the frequency and calculate the peak, peak-to-peak, and Rootmean-square (RMS) values of a sine wave.
    10. Analyze the transient behavior of simple RC and RL circuits.
    11. Calculate inductive and capacitive reactance.
    12. Calculate equivalent inductance of inductors connected in series and parallel.
    13. Analyze the basic transformer.

    Outline:
    I. Introduction to Electricity 

    • Circuit Components and Measuring Devices 
    • Electrical and Magnetic Units 
    • Scientific Notation 
    • Metric Prefixes 

    II. Voltage, Current, and Resistance 

    • Atomic Structure 
    • Electrical Charge 
    • Voltage 
    • Current 
    • Resistance 
    • Electrical Circuits 
    • Basic Circuit Measurements 

    III. Ohm`s Law 

    • Ohm`s Law 
    • Current Calculations 
    • Voltage Calculations 
    • Resistance Calculations 
    • The Current, Voltage, Resistance Relationship 

    IV. Power and Energy 

    • Power and Energy 
    • Power in Electric Circuits 
    • Resistor Power Ratings 
    • Energy Loss and Voltage Drop in Resistance 
    • Power Supplies

     V. AC/DC Series Resistive Circuits 

    • Resistors in Series 
    • Rules and Laws for Series Circuits 
    • Voltage Dividers 
    • Ground 
    • Troubleshooting Series Circuit 

    VI. AC/DC Parallel Resistive Circuit 

    • Resistors in Parallel 
    • Rules and Laws for Parallel Circuits 
    • Current Sources 
    • Current Dividers and Applications 
    • Troubleshooting Parallel Circuits  

    VII. AC/DC Series Parallel Circuits 

    • Series Parallel Relationships
    • Analysis of Series Parallel Circuits 
    • Loaded Voltage Dividers 
    • Ladder Networks and the Wheatstone Bridge 
    • Troubleshooting 

    VIII. Magnetism and Electromagnetism 

    • Magnetic Fields 
    • Electromagnetism 
    • Hysteresis 
    • Induction 
    • Applications of Electromagnetism Induction 

    IX. Capacitance and Inductance 

    • Definition and physical properties 

     



  
  • UELE 112 - Circuit Analysis II


    Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) circuits containing resistance and reactance. Includes detailed coverage of AC/DC circuit parameters, including theorems, impedance matching, and resonance. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain principles of electromagnetism and electromagnetic induction.
    2. Calculate voltages and currents using phasors. 
    3.  Analyze the transient behavior of series Resistor Capacitor (RC) and Resistor Inductor (RL) circuits.
    4. Calculate inductive and capacitive reactances.
    5.  Use Kirchhoff`s voltage and current laws to write loop or nodal equations for appropriate networks.
    6. Analyze the ideal transformer in terms of voltage, current and impedance. 
    7. Calculate voltages and currents for series, parallel and series-parallel AC circuits using the concepts of impedance and admittance.
    8. Analyze and calculate basic three-phase circuits for various generator to load configurations. 
    9. Apply the principles of superposition and Thevenin`s theorems, to simple resistive and reactive circuits.
    10. Construct RL, RC, and Resistor, Inductor, and Capacitor (RLC) networks; measure currents and voltages using the appropriate text equipment.

    Outline:
    I.  Magnetism and electromagnetism 

    • Electromagnetism 
    • Electromagnetic induction 

    II. Introduction to Alternating Current and Voltage 

    • Non-sinusoidal waveforms 

    III. Capacitance 

    • Transient response of RC circuits 
    • Capacitance in AC circuits 

    IV. Inductance 

    • Definition and physical properties 
    • Circuit configurations and total inductance 
    • Transient response of RL circuits 
    • Inductance in AC circuits 

    V. Transformers 

    • Loading and reflected load 
    • Impedance matching 

    VI. RC Circuits 

    • Approved circuits configurations and total impedance 
    • Power in RC circuits 

    VII. RL Circuits 

    • Circuit configurations and total impedance 
    • Power in RL circuits 

    VIII. RLC Circuits 

    • Circuit configurations and total impedance 
    • Power in RLC circuits 
    • Resonance 
    • Filters 

    IX. Circuit Theorems 

    • Voltage and current sources 
    • Source conversions 
    • Superposition theorem 
    • Thevenin`s theorem 
    • Maximum power theorem 
    • WYE-DELTA networks and conversions

     



  
  • UELE 121 - Solid State Devices and Circuits I


    Theory of operation of semiconductor diodes and transistors. Includes bipolar junction transistor biasing and load-line analysis. Also includes alternating current (AC) equivalent circuits applied to small signal amplifiers. Includes characteristics of large signal and power amplifiers.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Define the following electronic terms: intrinsic semiconductor, n-type material, p-type material, doping, covalent bonding, pentavalent atoms and trivalent atoms.

    2. Describe the operation of both a forward and reverse-biased diode. 

    3. Analyze small and large-signal diode circuits.

    4. Describe the functions of the base, emitter and collector of a bipolar transistor, and how they are biased.

    5. Identify and describe the various forms of transistor biasing and how an operating point is selected.

    6. Solve for all DC voltages, and current in the three basic transistor amplifiers configurations (Common Emitter (CE), Common Base (CB), and Common Collector (CC).

    7. Calculate input and output impedances and voltage gain for a given configuration, using the AC model of the three basic transistor amplifier configurations.

    8. Explain the concept of the transconductance and its effect on the Field Effect Transistor amplifier gain.

    9. Describe the operation of common-source, common-drain, and common-gate amplifier and draw schematic diagrams for each.

    10. Apply the scientific method in inquire and deduction relating the laws, theories and axioms of solid-state devices to specific laboratory experiments.

    11. Explain the concept of differential versus common-mode signals.

    12. Analyze a differential amplifier, computer gain, input impedance and common-mode rejection ratio (CMRR).

    13. Explain the concept of open-loop vs closed loop responses of an amplifier and relate to amplifier stability.

    14. Calculate voltage gains, input and output impedance and bandwidths for inverting and non-inverting operational amplifier (OP AMP) circuits


    Outline:
    I. Introduction 

    • Semiconductor theory 
    • Conduction in crystals 
    • Doping 

    II. Diode Theory 

    • The unbiased diode 
    • Forward bias 
    • Reverse bias 
    • Diode approximations 

    III. Diode Circuits 

    • The half-wave rectifier 
    • The full-wave rectifier 
    • The bridge rectifier 
    • The limiter 
    • The DC clamper 

    IV. Special-Purpose Diodes 

    • Zener diodes 
    • Optoelectronic devices 
    • The Schottky diode 
    • Varactor diodes

    V. Bipolar Transistors 

    • Basic concepts 
    • Forward-reverse bias 
    • The CE connection 
    • Transistor characteristics 
    • DC load lines 
    • F. The transistor current source 

    VI. Transistor Biasing Circuits 

    • Base bias 
    • Emitter-feedback bias 
    • Collector-feedback bias 
    • Voltage-divider bias 

    VII. CE Amplifiers 

    • Coupling and bypass capacitors 
    • Superposition theorem for amplifiers
    • AC resistance of the emitter diode 
    • The AC model of a CE stage 
    • The swamped stages 
    • Cascaded stages 

    VIII. CC and CB Amplifiers 

    • The CC amplifier 
    • The AC model of an emitter follower 
    • The common-base amplifier 

    IX. Field Effect Transistor Amplifiers 

    • Transconductance 
    • The CS amplifier 
    • The CD amplifier 
    • The CG amplifier 
    • Other applications 
    • X. OP-AMP Theory 
    • The differential amplifier 
    • DC analysis of a differential amplifier 
    • AC analysis of a differential amplifier 
    • The operational amplifier 
    • OP-AMP characteristics 

    XI. Frequency Response and Stability 

    • Basic concepts 
    • Open-loop response 
    • Closed-loop response 
    • Stability considerations 

    XII. Linear OP-AMP Circuits 

    • Negative feedback 
    • Non-inverting voltage amplifiers 
    • The inverting voltage amplifier 
    • The summing amplifier


  
  • UELE 131 - Digital Logic and Circuits


    Number systems, binary arithmetic, and Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential logic circuits, and memory elements. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe the fundamentals of digital logic.
    ​2. Use logic symbols and truth tables to describe basic gates.
    3. Describe the various logic families and interfacing considerations between families.
    4. Apply laws of Boolean algebra to logic problems.
    5. Use Boolean algebra to simplify combinations of logic gates.
    6. Use Karnaugh maps, DeMorgan`s theorems, and rules of Boolean algebra to analyze combinational logic circuits. 
    ​7. Implement Boolean expressions using logic gates.
    8. Describe, implement, and measure combinational logic circuits incorporating commonly used integrated circuits.
    9. Explain the functional operation and characteristics of the flip-flog as a logic device.
    10. Describe, implement, and measure sequential logic circuits incorporating commonly used integrated circuits.
    11. Use timing diagrams to analyze sequential logic circuits.
    12. Identify the types and applications of various memory devices.
    13. Discuss the characteristics of digital memory elements. 
    14. Apply the scientific method of inquiry and deduction relating to the laws, theories, and axioms of digital logic circuitry to specific laboratory experiments.
    Outline:
    I. Overview of Digital Logic  

    • Logic levels and pulse waveforms 
    • Elements and functions of digital logic 
    • Levels of digital integrated circuits 
    • Digital testing and troubleshooting instruments 

    II. Logic Gates 

    • The three basic logic gates, and, or and not 
    • The nand and nor gate 
    • Operating characteristics of logic families 

    III. Boolean Algebra 

    • Rules, laws and DeMorgan`s theorem for Boolean algebra 
    • Simplification of Boolean expressions for gate networks 
    • The Karnaugh map

    IV. Combinational Logic 

    • Analysis and design of combinational logic circuits 
    • The universal property of the Nand and Nor Gate 
    • Pulsed operation and troubleshooting

    V. Functions of Combinational Logic 

    • Adders and comparators 
    • Encoders, decoders and code converters 
    • Multiplexers and emultiplexers 
    • Parity generators/checkers 

    VI. Flip-Flops and Other Multivibrator 

    • Latches and edge-triggered flip-flops 
    • Master-slave flip-flops 
    • Operating characteristics and applications 
    • One-shots and astable multivibrators 

    VII. Counters 

    • Asynchronous counters 
    • Synchronous counters 
    • Up/down and cascaded counters 
    • Counter decoding and applications 

    VIII. Shift Registors 

    • The four basic configurations of shift registers 
    • Biderectional shift registers 
    • Shift register counter and applications 

    IX. Memories 

    • Read-only memories (ROM`s and PROM`s) 
    • Read/write random access memories (RAM)
    • Special memory devices 
    • Memory applications 
    • Shift register counters and applications 

    X. Memories 

    • Read-only memories (ROM`s and PROM`s) 
    • Read/write random access memories (RAM) 
    • Special memory devices 
    • Memory applications


  
  • UELE 222 - Solid State Devices and Circuits II


    Theory and application of differential and operational amplifiers.  Includes power supplies and regulators; special devices and circuits.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Analyze differential, instrumentation and bridge amplifiers that use operations amplifiers.
    2. Describe the operation of circuits using operational amplifiers with positive feedback.
    3. Use basic analysis techniques to describe how operational amplifiers are used to generate waveforms.
    4. Discuss operational amplifier characteristics that my effect performance, including bias currents, offst voltages and currents, drift, frequency response and slew rate.
    5. Analyze basic low-pass, high-pass, notice and bandpass active filters.
    6. Explain the operating characteristics of the silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) and triac in switching applications.
    7. Apply the scientific method of inquiry and deduction relating the laws theories and axioms of operational amplifiers, power supplies and regulators to specific laboratory experiments
    8. Discuss series, shunt, and switching voltage regulators, stating the advantages and disadvantages of each.
    9. Analyze fixed and variable-voltage integrated circuits (IC) regulators in terms of ripple, regulation and thermal characteristics.
    10. Explain the operating characteristics of the silicon controled rectifier (SCR) and triac in switching applications.
    11. Explain the concept of the transconductance and its effect on the Field Effect transistor amplifier gain.
    12. Describe the operation of common-source, common-drain and common-gate amplifier and draw schematic diagrams for each.
    13. Determine the voltage gains and frequency-response characteristics of R-coupled multistate amplifiers.
    14. Discuss the operation, biasing, advantages, and limitations of class A, B, and C amplifiers.

    Outline:
    • OM-AMP Applications
      • The instrumentation amplifier
      • Voltage controlled current courses
      • Differential amplifiers
    • Non-Linear OPAMP Circuits
      • Positive feedback
      • Comparators
      • Window detectors
      • Waveform conversion
      • Waveform generation
    • Operational Amplifier Limitations
      • Bias currents
      • Input offset voltage
      • Drift
      • Slew rate
      • Frequency response
    • Active Filters
      • Basic concepts
      • The low pass butterworth filter
      • The high pass butterworth filter
      • Bad pass filters
      • Notch filters
    • Regulated Power Supplies
      • Voltage feedback regulation
      • Power supply characteristics
      • The series regulator
      • The shunt regulator
      • Switching regulator
    • The IC Regulator
      • Three terminal IC regulators
      • Regulator families
      • Regulator specification and characteristics
    • Thyristors
      • The ideal latch
      • The four-layer diode
      • The SCR
      • The triac and unijunction transistor
      • Tryristor applications
    • Field Effect Transistor Amplifiers
      • Transconductance
      • The CS amplifier
      • The CD amplifier
      • The CG amplifier
      • Other applications
    • Frequency Effects
      • Lead and lag networks
      • Miller’s theorem
      • High frequency FJT analysis
      • Decibel power gain
      • Bode plots
      • Amplifier frequency response
    • Class A and B Power Amplifiers
      • The AC load line
      • Class A operation
      • Class B operatin


  
  • UELE 251 - Electronic Measurements


    Application and operation of common electronic and electrical test instruments including: oscilloscopes, analog and digital multimeters, digital counters and signal sources. Includes transducers, amplifiers, and filters, as they apply to instrumentation systems. Also includes laboratory reports and documentation are emphasized 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Discuss standards used in electronic measurements.

    2. Define the types of errors made in measurements on physical systems.

    3. Describe and discuss manufacturers` specifications for test instruments.

    4. Show the operation of the test instrument with the aid of block diagrams.

    5. Determine the loading effect of measuring instruments placed in electronic circuits.

    6. Obtain accurate and meaningful measurements using oscilloscopes and meters. 

    7. Organize measurement data into an engineering notebook.

    8. Apply signal conditioning to a transducer source. 

    9. Use basic transducers.


  
  • UELE 261 - Communication Systems


    Introduction to electronic communication circuits and methodologies in transmitters and receivers.  Includes history and trends in communications technology, the electromagnetic spectrum, resonant circuits, coupling, lumped filters, behavior of devices, amplifiers, receivers, transmitters, and signal sources. Also includes Amplitude modulation (AM), frequency modulation (FM), single-sideband (SSB), radio receivers, pulse systems, radiation, antennas and wave propagation.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Calculate thermal noise levels for various receiver bandwidths. 

    2. Develop bandwidth and sideband characteristics of an AM signal.

    3. Draw the block diagram of an AM superheterodyne receiver that employs automatic gain control and describe the function or purpose of each block.

    4. Analyze a given balanced modulator and state its functional characteristics.

    5. Develop bandwidth and sideband characteristics of an FM signal.

    6. Draw block diagrams for AM, FM and PM transmitters.

    7. Analyze an FM discriminator and describe its functional characteristics.

    8. Draw a block diagram of a phase-locked loop receiver.

    9. Discuss digital transmission techniques.

    10. Describe antennas and transmission line characteristics


    Outline:
    • Introductory Topics
      • History and trends in communications technology
      • The decibel (dB)
      • Noise designation, calculation and measurement
      • Information and bandwidth
      • LC circuits
      • Oscillators
    • Amplitude Modulation
      • Amplitude modulation fundamentals
      • Percentage modulation
      • AM analysis
      • Circuits for AM generation
      • AM transmitter circuits
      • AM receiver characteristics
      • AM detection
      • Superheterodyne receivers, tuning and analysis
      • Automatic gain control
      • AM receiver systems
    • Amplitude Modulation-Reception
      • Receiver characteristics
      • AM detection
      • Superheterodyne receivers
      • Automatic gain control
      • AM receiver systems
    • Frequency Modulation – Transmission
      • Angle modulation
      • FM analysis
      • Noise suppression
      • Direct and indirect FM
      • Phase-locked-loop FM transmitter
      • Stereo FM
      • FM transmissions
    • Frequency Modulation – Reception
      • Block diagram
      • RF amplifiers
      • Limiters
      • Discriminators
      • Phase-locked loop receivers
      • Stereo demodulation
      • FM receivers
    • Digital Communications
    • Coding
    • Pulse modulation
    • Pulse code modulation
    • Radio telemetry
    • Transmission lines
      • Types of transmission lines
      • Propagation of voltage down a line
      • Non-resonant and resonant lines
      • Standing wave ratio
      • Applications


  
  • UOPT 101 - Introduction to Optics


    This course introduces the student to optical terminology, the basics of light and its interaction with glass, as well as optics phenomena in nature and the importance of optics in industry, medicine, defense, and consumer applications.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain why optics matters and how it impacts everyday life.
    2. Learn basic properties of light and its interaction with materials
    3. Learn about the human eye and optics in nature
    4. Be able to explain optics in nature
    5. Understand how optics is used in work and career options

    Outline:
    • What are optics?
      • Introduction and history
      • Optics in the real world
    • What is light?
      • Properties of Light
        • Wavelength
        • Power
        • Polarization
        • Coherence/Interference
        • Particle – Wave nature
      • Interaction with Material
        • Refraction
        • Reflection
        • Diffraction
        • Absorption/Transmission
    • Glass & Optical Materials
      • Material properties
      • Glass and lens manufacturing
      • Exotic materials
    • Optical elements – Lenses & Mirrors
      • Positive lenses
      • Negative lenses
      • Flat mirrors
      • Curved Mirrors
    • The Human Eye
      • Structure and function
      • Common problems and solutions
    • Demo Lab I
    • Optics in nature
      • Rainbows
      • Why is the sky blue?
      • Mirages
      • Why do stars sparkle?
    • Optical Industries and Technologies
      • Lasers/Telecom
      • Machine Vision/Photography
      • Astronomy
      • Medical imaging
      • Defense
    • Demo Lab II
    • Careers in optics
      • Job types & salaries
      • Resources


Aviation Technology

  
  • UAVM 165 - Part 65 Airframe and Powerplant


    This 64-hour noncredit clock hour course addresses general aviation information for experienced aircraft mechanics that possess Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization for certification and seek to close gaps in their knowledge. Includes maintenance fundamentals such as Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation math, aircraft drawings, and basic electricity. Also includes hands-on competencies to increase knowledge by performing inspections, functional checks, and adjustments on a multitude of airframe and powerplant systems; and gain specialized skills in aircraft structural repair.

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Building and Construction Technology

  
  • UBCT 103 - Critical Thinking, Service Professionalism, Construction Math and Basic Rigging


    Disciplined process to reason logically when evaluating information.  Gather and access relevant information, identify patterns, question assumptions and draw reasonable conclusions. Concepts, procedures and techniques in service, construction math, and rigging.  Includes an introduction to professionalism, workplace ethics, self-evaluation, service routine, addressing dissatisfied customers, and problem situations. Includes basic mathematics concepts and employability in the construction industry.  Also includes how to safely handle and use rigging equipment.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Distinguish facts from opinions and assertions, and identify assumptions embedded in statements.
    2. Recognize the role of purpose and bias in presenting a position. 
    3. Answer in depth questions about data.
    4. Recognize commonalities among seemingly unrelated situations.
    5. Use logic and reasoning to evaluate arguments, form judgements, and make recommendations
    6. Describe and explain professional mannerisms and behavior.
    7. Examine the importance of work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification and positive attitude.
    8. Work with fractions and decimals, and apply basic geometry to measure the basic shapes used in the construction industry.
    9. Interpret information and instructions presented in both written and verbal form, and describe effective communication and professional relationship skills.
    10. Identify and describe the use and proper inspection procedures for rigging equipment.
    11. Discuss proper handling techniques for hazardous materials.

    Outline:
    • Critical Thinking
      • Gather and Assess Relevant Information
      • Identify Patterns
      • Question Assumptions:
      • Draw Conclusions
    • Service Professionalism
      • Self Evaluation
        • Proper uniform
        • Neat and clean
        • Offensive behavior to a customer
        • Company vehicle clean and properly identified
        • Tool organization and repair
        • Respect the customer’s property
        • Criticizing a competitor
        • Being professional and courteous
      • Service Routine
        • Scheduling service calls
        • Courtesy
        • First impression
        • Respect for a customer’s property
      • Dealing with a Dissatisfied Customer
        • Show concern
        • Listen to the entire problem
        • Apologize for any inconvenience
      • Problem Situations
        • Sell yourself first and the service or product second
        • Be an equipment consultant to the customer
        • Build a bond with the customer
    • Construction Math
      • Whole Numbers
      • Measurements
        • Using the standard ruler
        • Architect’s scale
      • Fractions
      • Decimals
      • Conversion Process
        • Converting decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals
        • Converting fractions to decimals
        • Converting decimals to fractions
        • Converting inches to decimal equivalents in feet
      • Metric System
        • Units of weight, length, volume, and temperature
        • Using the metric ruler
        • Converting measurements
      • Construction Geometry
        • Angles
        • Shapes
        • Areas of shapes
        • Volume of shapes
    • Communication
      • Reading and Writing Skills
        • Reading on the job
        • Writing on the job
      • Listening and Speaking Skills
        • Active listening on the job
        • Speaking on the job
      • Employability in the Construction Business
        • Entering the construction workforce
        • Entrepreneurship
      • Computer Skills
      • Relationship Skills
    • Basic Rigging
      • Rigging Safety
      • Rigging Equipmen
      • Inspection
        • Wire ropes
        • Synthetic web slings
        • Hooks, shackles and sockets
        • Equipment to be rigged
      • Crane Hand Signals
        • Crawler and telescoping boom cranes
        • Tower and Gantry Cranes
      • Estimating an Object
      • Common Rope Knots
      • Types of Derricks
      • Types of Cranes
      • Rigging and Moving Equipment Use
      • Material Handling


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    This course may be eligible for BCT 105 PLA credit.
  
  • UBCT 105 - Professionalism in Service, Construction Math, Basic Rigging


    Concepts, procedures and techniques in service, work ethics, construction math, and rigging. Includes an introduction to professionalism, self-evaluation, service routine, addressing dissatisfied customers, and problem situations. Includes basic mathematics concepts and employability in the construction industry. Also includes how to safely handle and use rigging equipment.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe and explain professional mannerisms and behavior.
    2. Examine the importance of work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification and positive attitude.
    3. Work with fractions and decimals, and apply basic geometry to measure the basic shapes used in the construction industry.
    4. Interpret information and instructions presented in both written and verbal form, and describe effective communication and professional relationship skills.
    5. Identify and describe the use and proper inspection procedures for rigging equipment.
    6. Discuss proper handling techniques for hazardous materials.

    Outline:
    • Introduction to Professionalism
    • Self Evaluation
      • Proper uniform
      • Neat and clean
      • Offensive behavior to a customer
      • Company vehicle clean and properly identified
      • Tool organization and repair
      • Respect the customer’s property
      • Criticizing a competitor
      • Being professional and courteous
    • Service Routine
      • Scheduling service calls
      • Courtesy
      • First impression
      • Respect for a customer’s property
    • Dealing with a Dissatisfied Customer
      • Show concern
      • Listen to the entire problem
      • Apologize for any inconvenience
    • Problem Situations
      • Sell yourself first and the service or product second
      • Be an equipment consultant to the customer
      • Build a bond with the customer
    • Whole Numbers
      • Parts of a whole number
      • Adding whole numbers
      • Subtracting whole numbers
      • Multiplying simple whole numbers
      • Dividing whole numbers
      • Using the calculator to add, subtract. multiply, and divide whole numbers
    • Measurements
      • Using the standard ruler
      • Architect’s scale
    • Fractions
      • Finding equivalent fractions
      • Reducing fractions to their lowest term
      • Comparing fractions and finding the lowest common denominator
      • Adding fractions
      • Subtracting fractions
      • Multiplying fractions
      • Dividing fractions
    • Decimals
      • Reading a machinist’s rule
      • Comparing whole numbers with decimals
      • Comparing decimals with decimals
      • Adding and subtracting decimals
      • Multiplying decimals
      • Dividing with decimals
      • Rounding with decimals
      • Using the calculator to add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals
    • Conversion Process
      • Converting decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals
      • Converting fractions to decimals
      • Converting decimals to fractions
      • Converting inches to decimal equivalents in feet
    • Metric System
      • Units of weight, length, volume, and temperature
      • Using the metric ruler
      • Converting measurements
    • Construction Geometry
      • Angles
      • Shapes
      • Areas of shapes
      • Volume of shapes
    • Reading and Writing Skills
      • Reading on the job
      • Writing on the job
    • Listening and Speaking Skills
      • Active listening on the job
      • Speaking on the job
    • Employability in the Construction Business
      • Entering the construction workforce
      • Entrepreneurship
    • Critical Thinking Skills
      • Barriers to problem solving
      • Solving problems using critical thinking skills
      • Problems with planning and scheduling
    • Computer Skills
      • Computer terms
      • Basic software packages
      • Electronic mail (email)
      • Computers in the construction industry
    • Relationship Skills
      • Self-presentation skills
      • Conflict resolution
      • Giving and receiving criticism
      • Teamwork skills
      • Leadership skills
    • Workplace Issues
      • Harassment
      • Stress
      • Drugs and alcohol abuse
    • Rigging Safety
      • Rules
      • Procedures
    • Rigging Equipment
      • Wire rope
      • Eye splice
      • Thimbles
      • Shackles
      • Sockets
      • Wedge sockets
      • Wire rope clips
      • Wire rope slings
      • Bridle slings
      • Choker hitch slings
      • Basket hitch slings
      • Synthetic web slings
      • Choker slings
      • Basket slings
      • Fiber ropes
    • Inspection
      • Wire ropes
      • Synthetic web slings
      • Hooks, shackles and sockets
      • Equipment to be rigged
    • Crane Hand Signals
      • Crawler and telescoping boom cranes
        • Raise load
        • Raise load slowly
        • Lower load
        • Lower load slowly
        • Raise boom
        • Raise boom slowly
        • Lower boom
        • Lower boom slowly
        • Raise boom, lower load
        • Lower boom, raise load
        • Raise boom, hold load
        • Swing boom
        • Stop
        • Other
      • Tower and Gantry Cranes
        • Travel bridge
        • Travel trolley
        • Stop
        • Emergency stop
        • Select trolley
    • Estimating an Object
      • Size
      • Weight
      • Center of gravity
    • Common Rope Knots
      • Bowline
      • Running bowline
      • Timber hitch
      • Half hitch
      • Square
      • Clove hitch
      • Barrel hitch
    • Types of Derricks
      • A-Frame
      • Gin pole
      • Guyed
      • Stiff leg
      • Chicago boom
    • Types of Cranes
      • Crawler
      • Truck mounted
      • Truck mounted hydraulic
      • Gantry mounted
      • Tower mounted
      • Hammerhead
      • Cherry picker
      • Drott
    • Rigging and Moving Equipment Use
      • Safety rules
      • Procedures
    • Material Handling
      • Hazards
      • Safe Techniques and procedures
      • Equipment


  
  • UBCT 107 - Basic Safety, Tools, Blueprint


    Introduction to federal safety standards, tools, and blueprint reading in the construction industry.  Includes employer responsibility-employee right to know, personal protective equipment, material handling, hand and power tools, electrical hazards, hazards communication standards, fire safety, scaffolds, and fall protection. Also includes basic concepts in blueprint reading terminology, components, lines, locations, dimensions, production techniques, parts, and locations. Information: The credit course equivalent is BCT 107. In the event this class reaches capacity with credit student enrollment, noncredit students will be contacted for other schedule options. CEU students will be assessed at the C or higher level to earn a pass.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe, identify, and explain industry standard safety practices and procedures.
    2. Demonstrate the proper use of select hand tools.
    3. Demonstrate the proper use of select power tools.
    4. Identify, list, describe, and relate basic blueprint terms, symbols, line types and abbreviations.

    Outline:
    • Employer Responsibility-Employee Right to Know
      • Unsafe conditions
      • Regulations
      • Hazards
      • Exposure
      • Accident prevention
    • Personal Protective Equipment
      • Eye protection
      • Hand protection
      • Foot protection
      • Head protection
      • Clothing
      • Skin protection
      • Breathing-respiratory
      • Fall protection
      • Hearing protection
    • Material Handling
      • Signaling
      • Barricades
      • Storage
      • Housekeeping
      • Rigging
      • Hazardous materials
    • Hand and Power Tools
      • Hand tools
        • Wrenches
        • Saws
        • Pliers
        • Screw drivers
        • Hammers
        • Files
        • Knives
      • Power tools
        • Electric power tools
        • Pneumatic power tools
        • Fuel powered tools
        • Hydraulic power tools
        • Powder-actuated tools
        • Abrasive tools
        • Woodworking tools
    • Electrical Hazards
      • Lock-out/tag-out
      • Static and dynamic electricity
      • Current and conducting
      • Circuits
      • Training
      • Amperes
      • Volts
      • Resistance
      • Electric shock
    • Hazards Communication Standards (HAZCOM)
      • Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
      • Worker responsibilities under HAZCOM
    • Fire Safety
      • Fire prevention guidelines
      • How fires start
      • Fire prevention
        • Flammable and combustible liquids
        • Flammable gasses
        • Ordinary combustibles
        • Other
      • Fire fighting
        • Classes of fires
        • Other
    • Scaffolds
      • Erectors and dismantlers
      • Capacity
      • Scaffold platform construction
      • Criteria for supported scaffolds
      • Suspension scaffolds
      • Access
      • Fall protection (belts, lanyards, guard rails, toe boards)
      • Cross bracing
      • Midrails
    • Fall Protection
      • Training requirements
      • Controlled access zones
      • Safety monitoring systems
      • Guidelines for fall arrest systems
      • Guardrail/covers
      • Connecting activity
      • Positioning device systems
      • Deceleration device
      • Fall protection plan
      • Protection from falling objects
      • Safety net
    • Cranes
      • Operator error
      • Site conditions
      • Mechanical failure
      • Structural failure
      • Rigging failure
      • Crane signal/radio communication failure
      • Derricks
      • Hand signals
      • Wire rope
      • Platform
      • Transit
      • Overhead hazards
    • Stairways and ladders
      • Risers
      • Platform/landing
      • Stair rails and handrails
      • Midrails
      • Ladder loads
      • Rungs
      • Cleats
      • Spreaders
      • Cages for fixed ladder
      • Training requirements
      • Ansi guidelines
    • Trade Terms
      • Hand tools
        • Alloy
        • Beveled
        • Dropped-forged
        • Kerf
        • Plumb
        • Other
      • Power tools
        • Ground fault protection
        • Electric
        • Hydraulic
        • Pneumatic
        • Powder (explosive)
        • Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
        • Tempered
        • Other
    • Hand Tool Use
      • Selection
        • Hammers
          • Claw
          • Ball peen
        • Screwdrivers
          • Slotted 
          • Phillips
        • Sledgehammers
          • Double face
          • Cross peen
        • Ripping bars and nail pullers
        • Wrenches
          • Adjustable
          • Nonadjustable
        • Pliers and wire cutters
          • Slip-joint
          • Long-nose
          • Lineman
        • Levels
        • Squares
          • Framing
          • Combination
        • Rulers and measuring tapes
        • Vises and clamps
          • Bench vise
          • C-clamp
        • Saws
          • Crosscut
          • Rip
        • Files, chisels and punches
        • Plumb bob
        • Sockets and ratchets
      • Safe use
      • Maintenance
    • Power Tool Use
      • Selection
        • Drills
          • Electric
          • Cordless
          • Hammer
          • Electro-magnetic
          • Pneumatic
        • Saws
          • Circular
          • Saber
          • Reciprocating
          • Band
          • Jig
        • Grinders and sanders
          • Angle
          • End
          • Bench
        • Miscellaneous
          • Jackhammer
          • Porta-power
          • Powder actuated
      • Safe use
      • Maintenance
    • Terms and Symbols
      • Working drawings
      • Site plan
      • Plan views
      • Elevation drawings
      • Sectional drawings
      • Detail drawings
      • Auxiliary drawings
      • Other
    • Components
      • Title block
      • Design drawing area
      • Legend
      • Revision block
      • Scale
    • Measuring Tools
      • Engineer’s scale
      • Architect’s scale
      • Metric scale
      • Applications
    • Line Types and Symbols
      • Line types
        • Property
        • Boundary
        • Main object
        • Hidden
        • Center
        • Dimension and extension
        • Break
        • Reference
        • Leader
        • Other
      • Symbols
        • Building material
        • Electrical
        • Piping
        • Door and window
    • Abbreviations
      • AGGR (aggregate)
      • BM (bench mark)
      • ELEV (elevation)
      • MECH (mechanical)
      • PWR (power)
      • STR (structural)
      • WDW (window)
      • Other
    • Grid Lines, Plan Locations, and Dimensions
      • Grid lines
      • Plan locations
      • Dimensions
        • Floor plans
        • Elevations
        • Sections and details
    • Production Techniques
      • Computer Aided Design (CAD)
      • Care
      • Procedures
    • Blueprint Reading Parts and Locations
      • Site plan
      • Floor plan
      • Elevation drawing
      • Sectional drawing
      • Detail drawing
      • Electrical drawing
      • HVAC plan
      • Plumbing plan
      • Door and window schedule


  
  • UBCT 110 - OSHA 10 General Industrial Safety


    Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 concepts and applications. Includes worker rights and employer responsibilities, how to file a complaint, and how to identify, abate, avoid, and prevent job-related hazards. Also includes the four types of hazards commonly found on construction

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Adhere to all of the safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.
    2. Demonstrate ethical behavior and industry professional standards.
    3. Practice effective oral and written communication.
    4. Achieve common goals through effective collaboration

    Outline:
    • Roles and Responsibilities of Safety, Health and Environment
    • OSH, NIOSH, EPA and other federal/state workplace safety requirements.
    • Common industrial hazards per OSHA Standards
      • Ergonomics
      • Laser safety
      • NFPA arc flash
      • Confined space
    • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
      • Process
      • Test to ensure a zero energy state
    • Selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) per job
    • Locate a safety data sheet (SDS), interpret the information
    • Proper fall protection
      • Working at heights
      • Ladders, scaffolding, lifts
    • Hazardous situations
    • Process to Perform a job safety analysis
    • Principles of the 6S Proram
      • Sort
      • Sweep
      • Sanitize
      • Set to order
      • Sustain
      • Safety
    • Fuel source and selection of correct fire extinguisher class
    • Machine guard
      • mechanical power transmission systems
      • mechanical power transmission systems
      • fluid power systems
    • Safety store and dispose of lubricants and chemicals
    • Dangers of personal contact with pressurized hydraulic and pneumatic streams
    • Procedures to avoid oil fire hazards
    • Guidelines to avoid contact with hot surfaces in fluid power systems
    • NEX safety regulations
    • Safety for
      • Tightening electrical conductors and components
      • Disconnecting electrical conductors and components
      • Connecting electrical conductors and components
    • Hazards and avoid personal contact with live electrical systems
    • Safety for disconnecting and connecting electronic components
    • Hazards for precautionary safety when working with electronic systems
    • Standards to adhere for grounding safety procedures
    • NFPA 70E Arc Flash Guidelines
    • Safety for disconnecting/connecting process control components
    • Hazards and precaution safety for working with process control systems
    • Environmental rules and regulations


  
  • UBCT 130 - EPA Clean Air Act Section 608


    Freon certification preparation. Includes basics of refrigerant bearing equipment, ozone depletion and the new legislation, technician categories covered on the certification examination, and certification testing.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe the basis of refrigerant bearing equipment.
    2. State details of ozone depletion, legislation and the rules for implementation.
    3. Describe specific technical details for the three technician categories.
    4. Identify correct answers on sample test questions and myths and realities about the EPA exam.

    Outline:
    • Basics of Refrigerant Bearing Equipment
      • Cooling circuit measurements
      • Cooling circuit operation
      • Compressor lubricants
      • Leak detection
      • Charging
      • Refrigerant families and new refrigerants
    • Ozone Depletion and New Legislation
      • Rules for implementation
      • Recovery, recycling, and reclaiming vapor and liquid
    • Technician Categories Covered on Certification Examination
      • Small appliances
      • High pressure appliances
      • Low pressure appliances
    • Certification Testing
      • Sample questions
      • Myths and realities
      • A new professionalism
      • Focused study questions


  
  • UBCT 132 - Residential and Industrial HVAC 132


    Introduction to materials and procedures for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC). Includes trade mathematics, copper and plastic piping practices, soldering and brazing, ferrous metal piping practices, basic electricity, introduction to cooling and heating, and air distribution systems.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe what the Clean Air Act means to the HVAC trade and the technician.
    2. Identify and calculate various math values, equations, and figures used in the construction trades.
    3. Describe the installation procedures and requirements for pressure testing the system after installation.
    4. Describe the procedures for soldering and brazing copper tubing and fittings.                                 
    5. Describe the tools, installation and joining procedures for steel and grooved pipe runs.
    6. Make voltage, current, and resistance measurements using electrical test equipment.
    7. Describe the fundamentals, mechanical refrigeration system components, and control devices used in cooling systems and explain how each works.
    8. Identify the major components of gas and oil furnaces, and electric heating and describe how each works.
    9. Demonstrate the use and installation of insulation and vapor barriers used in duct systems

    Outline:
    • Introduction to HVAC
      • Heating
      • Ventilation
      • Air conditioning
      • Blueprints, codes, and specifications
      • Careers in HVAC
      • Types of training programs
      • HVAC technician and the environment
    • Trade Mathematics
      • Metric system
      • Scientific notation
      • Powers and roots
      • Introduction to Algebra
      • Introduction to Geometry
      • Working with right triangles
      • Converting decimal feet to feet and inches and visa versa
    • Copper and Plastic Piping Practices
      • Installation precautions
      • Materials
      • Copper tubing
      • Plastic pipe
      • Hangers and supports
      • Insulating
      • Pressure testing
      • Piping codes
      • Safety
    • Soldering and Brazing
      • Soldering
      • Brazing copper fittings and tubing
    • Ferrous Metal Piping Practices
      • Steel pipe
      • Tools, materials, and installation
      • Joining procedures
      • Grooved pipe
    • Basic Electricity
      • Electricity 
      • AC and DC voltage
      • Electrical circuit characteristics
      • Electrical circuits
      • Magnetism
      • Electrical components
      • Electrical safety
      • Circuit diagrams
      • Electronic controls
      • Electric measuring instruments
    • Introduction to Cooling
      • Fundamentals
      • Mechanical refrigeration system
      • Refrigerants
      • Compressors
      • Condensers
      • Evaporators
      • Expansion (metering) devices
      • Other components
      • Controls
      • Piping
    • Introduction to Heating
      • Heating fundamentals
      • Forced – air furnaces
      • Gas furnaces
      • Oil furnaces
      • Electric heating
    • Air Distribution Systems
      • Fans and blowers
      • Air distribution duct systems
      • Duct system components
      • Temperature and humidity measurement instruments
      • Air distribution system measurement instruments
      • Air velocity measurement instruments


  
  • UBCT 145 - Carpentry I


    Theories and concepts for carpentry. Includes orientation to the trade, wood building materials, fasteners and adhesive, hand and power tools, floor systems, wall, ceiling, and roof framing, and windows and exterior doors. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe the history of the carpentry trade and the importance of safety in the construction industry.
    2. Explain the terms commonly used in discussing wood and lumber and the different types of fasteners and adhesives.
    3. Demonstrate the proper use of hand, portable power, and stationary power tools.
    4. Demonstrate how to layout and construct different types of framing systems and floor assemblies.
    5. Demonstrate how to construct wall and ceiling framing.
    6. Describe the terms associated and the various types of materials used with roof framing.
    7. Explain the procedures for installing the various types of fixed, sliding, and swinging windows and exterior door 

    Outline:
    • Orientation to the Trade
      • History of the carpentry trade
      • Modern carpentry
      • Opportunities in the construction industry
      • Human relations
      • Safety in the construction industry
    • Wood Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives
      • Lumber sources and uses
      • Lumber defects and grading
      • Plywood and building boards
      • Engineered wood
      • Nails, screws, anchors, and adhesives
    • Hand and Power Tools
      • Types of hand and portable power tools
      • Types of stationary power tools
    • Floor Systems
      • Methods of framing houses
      • Working drawings and specifications
      • The floor system
      • Laying out and constructing a floor assembly
      • Installing joists and girders
    • Wall and Ceiling Framing
      • Components of a wall
      • Laying out a wall
      • Assembly and installation of a wall
      • Ceiling lay out and framing
    • Roof Framing
      • Types of roofs
      • Basic roof layout
      • Laying out hips and valleys
      • Rafter layout
      • Truss construction
    • Windows and Exterior Doors
      • Types of windows
      • Window construction
      • Window installation
      • Types of exterior doors
      • Door sizes, thresholds, and weather stripping


  
  • UBCT 165 - Fiber Optics 1


    Introduction to fiber optics, jargon, applications and communications systems.  Includes fiber optic transmission systems, optical fiber, cables, connectors.  Also includes splicing, hardware, testing and installation.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe the role of fibers in network systems.
    2. Recognize how networks use fiber and how they differ.
    3. Explain how fiber optic data links work to transmit digital and analog signals.
    4. Compare and contrast the types of sources and detectors used for various systems.
    5. Match which connectors are used and where.
    6. Identify methods of termination and furrule end polishes.
    7. Describe installation processes and safety required.

    Outline:
    • Introduction to Fiber Optics
      • History
      • Jargon
    • Fiber Optic Applications and Communication Systems
      • Role of fibers in each network.
      • Networks use of fiber and how they differ.
    • Optic Transmission Systems and Components
      • Fiber optic data links work to transmit digital and analog signals.
      • Sources and detectors used for various systems.
      • Types of fiber, specifications and how it works.
    • Fiber Optic Cables
      • Purpose of cables and how they are used.
      • Cable types, properties, ratings and color codes.
    • Connectors, Splicing and Hardware
      • Popular connectors.
      • Match which connectors are used where.
      • Methods of termination and furrule end polishes.
    • Fiber Optic Testing
      • Test equipment.
      • Specifications and applications for instruments.
      • Continuity testing, insertion loss test, power meter and OTDR testing
    • Power Budgets and Loss Budgets
      • Process behind network design
      • Installation processes


  
  • UBCT 172 - Electrical I


    Concepts and procedures for building and construction electrical training. Includes safety, conduit bending, electrical theory, test equipment, National Electric Code, aceways, boxes, and fittings, print reading, and wiring applications.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe electrical safety procedures on the job site.
    2. Perform conduit bending requirements.
    3. Demonstrate the use of anchors and supports.
    4. Describe the use of electrical theory, including Ohm’s law series and parallel circuits for direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC).
    5. Demonstrate the use of electrical test equipment.
    6. Discuss the layout and types of information found in the National Electric Code (NEC).
    7. Explain raceways, boxes, and fittings.
    8. Describe the types and applications of conductors.
    9. Read electrical prints.
    10. Perform commercial and industrial wiring.
    11. Perform residential wiring.

    Outline:
    • Electrical Safety
      1. Electrical hazards
      2. Job site setup
      3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements at a job site
      4. Mandated lockout and tagout procedures
    • Conduit Bending
      1. Hand operated benders
      2. Step conduit benders
      3. Cutting conduit
      4. Reaming and threading conduit
    • Anchors and Supports
      1. Hardware used by electricians
      2. Systems used to mount and support boxes
      3. Installation safety
      4. Practical installation of anchors and supports
    • Electrical Theory
      1. Ohm’s law
      2. Electrical terms
      3. Atomic theory
      4. Electromotive force
      5. Resistance
      6. Electrical power equations
      7. Series circuits
      8. Parallel circuits
      9. Complex series and parallel circuits
      10. Kirchoff’s voltage and current laws
      11. Circuit analysis
    • Electrical Test Equipment
      1. Selection
      2. Inspection
      3. Maintenance
      4. Proper test procedures
      5. Safety rules
      6. Practical use of test equipment
    • National Electric Code
      1. Layout of the National Electric Code
      2. Types of information in the National Electric Code
      3. Problems using information in the National Electric Code handbook
    • Raceways, Boxes, and Fittings
      1. Application of raceways
      2. Applications of wireways
      3. Applications of ducts
      4. National Electrical Code requirements
      5. Practical applications of installing raceways, boxes and fittings
    • Conductors
      1. Types and applications of conductors
      2. Proper wiring techniques
      3. National Electric Code applications
    • Electrical Print Reading
      1. Electrical prints
      2. Drawings and symbols
      3. Information found on prints
      4. One line print
      5. Wiring diagrams
    • Electrical Wiring Commercial and Industrial
      1. Electrical devices
      2. Wiring techniques
        1. Construction
        2. Maintenance
      3. Mounting devices
      4. Making splices
      5. Installing receptacles
      6. National Electric Code applications
      7. Local electrical code applications
      8. Practical applications of commercial and industrial wiring installations
    • Electrical Wiring Residential
      1. Electrical devices
      2. Wiring techniques
      3. Making service calculations
      4. National Electric Code applications
      5.  Local code requirement


  
  • UBCT 181 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing I


    Introduction to common types of piping, their proper fitting, fixtures, and distribution systems. Includes introduction to the plumbing trade and drawings; plastic, copper, cast-iron, and carbon steel piping; fixtures and faucets; introduction to drainage, waste, and vent (DWV) systems; and water distribution systems.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Discuss the concepts of the plumbing trade utilizing historic as well as modern technologies.
    2. Demonstrate the proper use of hand and power tools.
    3. Identify and read components of plumbing drawings.
    4. Demonstrate the basic safety precautions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of plastic tubing and fittings.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to properly measure, ream, cut, and join copper piping.
    6. Discuss the ability to properly measure, cut, and join cast-iron piping.
    7. Demonstrate the ability to properly measure, cut, and join carbon steel piping.
    8. Identify types of corrugated stainless steel tubing.
    9. Demonstrate installing bathroom faucets, a kitchen sink with garbage disposal, and a toilet.
    10. Identify types and parts of a trap; explain the importance of traps, and how traps lose their seals.
    11. Explain the relationships between components of a water distribution system.

    Outline:
    • Introduction to the Plumbing Profession
      • History of plumbing
      • Modern plumbing
        • Water conservation
        • Low flow fixtures
      • Career opportunities in the construction industry
      • Human relations
      • Employer and employ safety obligations
    • Introduction to Plumbing Tools and Math
      • Select and use plumbing hand and power tools
      • Review basic math concepts
    • Introduction to Plumbing Drawing
      • Components of construction drawings
      • Reading plumbing drawings
      • Types of drawings
    • Plastic Pipe and Fittings
      • Materials
      • Common fittings
      • Hangers and supports
      • Measuring, cutting and joining
    • Copper Pipe and Fittings
      • Materials
      • Common fittings and valves
      • Hangers and pipe supports
      • Measuring, cutting, reaming, bending, and joining
      • Safety
    • Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings
      • Materials
      • Common fittings and valves
      • Hangers and supports
      • Measuring, cutting, joining, and assembling
    • Carbon Steel Pipe and Fittings
      • Materials
      • Common fittings and valves
      • Hangers and supports
      • Measuring, cutting, joining, and assembling
    • Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing
      • Flexible plastic-coated tubing
      • Piping system components
      • Connections and installation options
    • Fixtures and Faucets
      • Materials used to make fixtures
      • Basic types of fixtures
      • Faucets
        • Low flow
        • No scalding
    • Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems
      • DWV systems
      • Fixture drains
      • Traps
      • Vents
      • Sizing drains and vents
      • Fittings and their applications
      • Grade
      • Building drain
      • Building sewer
      • Sewer main
      • Waste treatment
    • Introduction to Water Distribution Systems
      • Sources of water
        • Public
        • Private
        • Roof
      • Water treatment
      • Supply and distribution
      • Building supply
      • Building distribution
      • Fixtures and faucets


Business

  
  • UBUS 210 - Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship


    Analysis of the practical problems of organizing, managing and starting a small business. Includes feasibility analysis, forms of ownership, managing the business, business plan, pricing, managing cash flow, creating sales forecast, income statements, breakeven analysis, source of funds, international operations, building an entrepreneurial team, risk management, and international opportunities.

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify a business opportunity and evaluate its viability.
    2. Develop a solution in the form of a value proposition; that is, to demonstrate an understanding of customers and the problem they need to solve.
    3. Construct a business model including customer segment, marketing channels, customer relationships, resources, and business activities including a technology-responsive infrastructure.
    4. Explain the costs of starting a new business and its impact on the business model, its revenue streams, and pricing strategy in the global market.
    5. Design a business plan for a startup and pitch presentation to test the idea.

    Outline:
    • Defining a Business Opportunity
      • Identifying and isolating a specific problem
      • Understanding the affected stakeholders (customer profile)
    • Evaluating the Viability of the Opportunity
      • Crafting a value proposition
      • Developing customer relationships
    • Crafting a Solid Business Model
      • Elements of a Business Model
      • How the elements work together
      • Assumptions that can derail a business
    • Costs of Starting a Business
      • Cost sides of the equation
      • Pricing strategies and their impact on the Business Model
      • Understanding profitability
    • Setting a Good Foundation
      • Building an entrepreneurial team
      • Thinking about funding sources
    • Strategies for Communicating Your Business Idea
      • The Business Plan
      • Pitching your business idea (“Pitch Deck”)


    Credit course equivalent:
    This course is equivalent to MGT 200 and may be eligible for 3 PLA credits.
  
  • UBUS 211 - Principles of Marketing


    Introduction to marketing communication, principles, and strategies. Includes global diversity in the marketing environment, product classification, pricing considerations, distribution of products/services, and promotion using traditional and social media strategies.

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain each element of the Marketing Mix (product, price, place/distribution, and promotion) within the context of satisfying a chosen target market.
    2. Apply the consumer decision making process noting its effect on purchasing consumer goods.
    3. Recognize the way the Marketing Mix can play an integral part in the success of a good or service.
    4. Interpret how traditional marketing communication methods are represented in social media marketing.
    5. Discuss recent and past ethical dilemmas that arise for a business and explain the role that marketing and sales plays in upholding a company’s social and ethical responsibilities.
    6. Identify the various distribution channels for consumer and business goods, recognizing the advantages and disadvantages of each in relation to the consumer’s wants and needs

    Outline:
    • Introduction to Marketing Principles and Environment
      • Strategic planning
      • The marketing environment
      • Marketing ethics and social responsibility
      • Global dimensions of marketing
    • Researching Consumers and Markets
      • Consumer decision-making and behavior
      • Segmenting and targeting markets
      • Conducting market research and identifying resources
    • Product Strategy
      • The product lifecycle and portfolio matrix
      • Branding, brand management, and brand equity
      • Classification of consumer goods (convenience, shopping, specialty, and unsought)
    • Pricing Strategy
      • Price as an image of a product/service
      • Price as a source of revenue to cover costs
      • Acceptable price ranges in the marketplace
      • Up-selling and product bundling
    • Place/Distribution of Products/Services
      • Understanding distribution channels
      • Logistics and supply chain management
      • Comparing modes of transportation
    • Promotional Strategies (Marketing Communication Mix)
      • Advertising
      • Social media marketing
      • Public relations and events
      • Personal selling


    Credit course equivalent:
    This course is equivalent to MKT 111 and may be eligible for 3 PLA credits.
  
  • UBUS 280 - Business Organization and Management


    Overview of the functions performed and issues faced by managers in business. Includes managers and management, the managerial environment, planning and decision support systems, project management, managerial control, and leadership. Also includes motivation and performance, control, and creating and sustaining high performance teams.

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Associate management approaches with ethical and socially responsible behavior.
    2. Distinguish the strategic approaches used in management planning and decision-making processes.
    3. Differentiate the organization structures that support a business’ cultural environment.
    4. Combine leadership styles with motivating teams and resolving conflict.
    5. Analyze the mechanisms that businesses use to control financial performance and internal processes.

    Outline:
    • Managers and the Managerial Environment
      • Managers and Management
      • The Managerial Environment
      • Managing in a Global Environment
    • Planning and Decision Support Systems
      • Ethics and Social Responsibility
      • Planning and Goal Setting
      • Managerial Decision-making
    • Organizing
      • Designing Adaptive Organizations
      • Managing Change and Creativity
      • Managing Human Resources and Diversity
    • Leading an organization
      • Individual Behavior
      • Leadership
      • Motivating Employees
      • Conflict Resolution
    • Control
      • Managing Communication
      • Creating and Sustaining High Performance Teams
      • Managing Quality and Performance


    Credit course equivalent:
    This course is equivalent to MGT 280 and may be eligible for PLA Credits.

Communication

  
  • UCMN 120 - Business and Professional Communication


    Study and training in organizational communication within a multicultural/global environment. Includes communication in multicultural & global business contexts; intercultural & cross-cultural communication skills in a culturally diverse workforce; researching, organizing, and delivering informative, instructional, and persuasive presentations; interviewing techniques, group process in international business, and listening techniques.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain basic concepts, principles, processes, and techniques of intercultural, cross-cultural, and small group communication in a multicultural/global business environment.
    2. Demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity in the U.S. & cultural variables (i.e. race, gender, age, religion, etc.) that affect business communication in the U.S.
    3. Understand how diverse cultural beliefs, values, norms, & practices influence cross-cultural communication in international business.
    4. Demonstrate principles and techniques of interviewing.
    5. Demonstrate principles/techniques of informative, persuasive, and special occasion speaking in diverse cultural business contexts.

Computer Information Systems

  
  • UCIS 119A - Network Essentials


    Comprehensive introduction to computer networks and data communications.  Includes computer networks and services, transmission media and connection, network models, popular protocol suites, other network issues, and network operating systems. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Define the vocabulary and explain the concepts of computer networks.
    2. Identify network and internetwork connectivity devices.
    3. Describe key network protocols and standards.
    4. Delineate the Open System Interconnection (OSI) and Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
    (TCP/IP) models and protocol layers.
    5. Identify the components and services of popular protocol suites.
    6. Explain the elements of network management.
    Outline:
    • Networking concepts    
      •  Common ports, protocols and services
      •  OSI Model
      •  Routing and switching
      •  IP addressing        
        • Address assignments
        • Subnetting
        • Private and reserved addresses
        • Network topologies
        • Wireless
        • 802.11 standards
        • Cellular
      • Cloud concepts
    • Infrastructure    
      • Cabling        
        • Common media types
        • Connectors and transceivers
        • Cable and ethernet standards
        • Topology of network devices
        • Advanced networking devices
        • Virtualization
        • Virtual network devices
        • Network storage devices   
      • WAN technologies   
    • Network operations    
      •  Documentation and diagramming
      •  Business continuity and disaster recovery
      • Remote access   
    • Network security    
      •  Physical security devices
      •  Authentication and access control
      • Wireless security
      •  Common network attacks
      •  Network device hardening and mitigation techniques
      • Troubleshooting and tools 


  
  • UCIS 124 - Google IT Certification


    Five courses to prepare students for an entry level role in IT support. Includes troubleshooting, customer service, networking, operating systems, system administration and security.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify issues with computing devices including computers, mobile devices, printers, and network devices.
    2. Describe the hardware components of modern computing environments and their individual functions.
    3. Describe the role and basic functions of an operating system, and how operating systems interact with hardware and software applications.
    4. Describe security safeguards within operating systems.

  
  • UCIS 228A - Fundamentals of Network Security


    Introduction and general overview of security measures for computer networks.  Includes authentication methods and techniques; attacks and malicious code; remote access concepts; email and web security; directory and file transfer services; and wireless protocols and security.  Also includes hardware devices; topologies and security; methods of intrusion detection; establishing security baselines; introduction to cryptography; disaster recovery policies and procedures; and forensics, risk management, and auditing measures. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Develop techniques to creating/storing usernames and passwords.
    2. Explain the methods used for digital signatures, certificates, and tokens.
    3. Discuss code and techniques used in network attacks.
    4. Describe vulnerability in email, web tools, and software.
    5. Identify remote access methods and vulnerability.
    6. Develop LDAP and File Transfer Protocols.
    7. Explain wireless protocols and security.
    8. Design and evaluate secure network topologies.
    9. Evaluate methods of intrusion detection.
    10. Explain the logic underlying basic cryptography algorithms.
    11. Assess the risk of security designs.
    Outline:
    • Threats and Vulnerabilities
      • Indicators of compromise
      • Types of attacks
      • Threat actors
      • Penetration testing 
      • Vulnerability scanning
    • Technologies and Tools
      • Common hardware and software network security tools
      • Security assessment
      • Implement secure protocols
    • Architecture and Design
      • Industry standards, framework and reference architectures
      • Network architecture security
      • Secure systems design
      • Embedded systems
      • Application and development concepts
      • Cloud and virtualization security
      • Physical security controls
    • Identity and Access Management
      • Concepts
      • Services
      • Controls
      • Account management
    • Risk Management
      • Policies, plans and procedures
      • Business impact analysis
      • Risk management processes and concepts
      • Incident response
      • Disaster recovery and business continuity
    • Cryptography and PKI
      • Cryptography concepts
      • Common algorithms
      • Wireless security settings
      • Public key infrastructure (PKI)


Culinary

  
  • UCUL 105 - Food Service Nutrition/Sanitation


    Basic nutrition concepts with emphasis on the nutritional concerns of restaurants and other types of food service operations. Includes the theory of nutritional label reading; nutritional food values; and the effects food has on the body. Also includes optimal sanitation policies and procedures; maintaining a clean work environment safe from food-borne illnesses; Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP); safety and accident prevention; storage, preparation, and cleaning of work surfaces; and legal requirements based on regulations of the local municipality.

    Corequisite(s): CUL 140 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify and describe basic food safety concerns in a commercial food service facility.
    2. Identify and describe food handling and storage techniques necessary for the prevention of food-borne illnesses.
    3. Explain and apply the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) concept to a commercial food service facility.
    4. Describe proper cleaning and sanitizing techniques for equipment and utensils.
    5. Explain the legal requirements for food service safety and sanitation, including the role of governmental agencies in maintaining safe food service facilities.
    6. Select foods and plan menus that promote individual health and fitness for a variety of age groups using standard food guides and guidelines.
    7. Describe the role of nutrition in promoting optimal health and fitness.
    8. List the major types, functions, and food sources of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water.

    Outline:
    • Creating a Safe Food Service Environment
      1. Occupational safety hazards
      2. Food service worker personal habits
      3. Managerial and supervisory responsibilities
    • Food-borne Illnesses
      1. Potential hazards
      2. Cross contamination
      3. Common causes of food borne illnesses
    • Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP): A Food Protection System
      1. Introduction to the HACCP system
      2. Hazards
      3. Analysis
      4. Critical control points
      5. Time and temperature charting
    • Sanitation in the Purchasing, Receiving and Storage of Food
      1. Food suppliers
      2. Receiving fresh foods
      3. Receiving processed foods
      4. Storing food and supplies
    • Sanitation in the Preparation and Service of Food
      1. Time and temperature principles
      2. Thawing food
      3. Preparing food
      4. Cooking food
        1. Cooking temperatures for meat
        2. Holding temperatures
        3. Preventing cross-contamination
      5. Transporting food
      6. Using leftover food
    • Maintaining Sanitary Facilities and Equipment
      1. Facilities design
      2. Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils
        1. Manual dishwashing
        2. Mechanical dishwashing
      3. Pest control
      4. Garbage and trash disposal
    • Safety and Accident Prevention
      1. Preventing accidents
      2. First aid
      3. Fire safety
      4. Emergency procedures and crisis management
    • Legal Requirements for Food Service Safety and Sanitation
      1. Regulatory agencies
        1. Federal
        2. State
        3. Local
      2. Pima County Health Department procedures and requirements
    • Health and Nutrition
      1. Dietary factors involved in promotion of health
      2. Basic nutrition guidelines
    • Evaluation and Use of Popular and Commercial Nutrition Information in Planning Menus
      1. Guidelines for evaluating contemporary nutrition information.
      2. Extracting information from food labels
        1. United States Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs)
        2. Menu label requirements
        3. Evaluating ingredients
        4. Nutrient analysis
      3. Application of nutrition information to menu planning
        1. U.S. food guides and guidelines
        2. Tables of food composition
        3. Food labels
        4. Exchanges
        5. Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs)
    • Nutrition Principles and the Life Cycle
      1. Infants and toddlers
      2. Early childhood
      3. Adolescence
      4. Adults
      5. Seniors


  
  • UCUL 130 - Savory Cuisne


    Introduction to all facets of hot foods. Includes classic uses of stocks; sauces; soups; liaisons such as roux and starches; cooking techniques; knife and cutting skills; preparation of vegetables; menu scaling; costing; and percentage of yields.

     

    Prerequisite(s):  UCUL/CUL 105 and 140.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Prepare stocks in a traditional manner and describe their uses in classic and contemporary kitchens.
    2. Prepare leading and secondary sauces and explain the appropriate use of each.
    3. Identify the various types of soups and demonstrate the techniques for making each type.
    4. Use liaisons.
    5. Demonstrate the appropriate use of a variety of cooking techniques.
    6. Prepare a variety of vegetables, starches, and grains, demonstrating basic knife skills.
    7. Identify prime cuts of meat.
    8. Prepare meats, poultry, fish, and shellfish for hotel/restaurant use.
    9. Prepare a variety of egg dishes.

    Outline:
    • Classical Stocks
      • Types
        • Brown
        • White
        • Fish
        • Vegetable/mushroom
        • Glaces
        • Coulis
      • Uses of stocks
        • Classic kitchens
        • Contemporary kitchens
    • Sauces
      • Mother/leading Sauces
        • Brown
        • Veloute
        • Supreme
        • Emulsified
        • Tomato
        • Bechamel
      • Small/compound
      • Beurre Blanc and Beurre Rouge
      • Reduction sauces
    • Soups
      • Clear
      • Cream
      • Hot
      • Cold
      • Bisque
    • Liaisons
      • Roux
        • White
        • Brown
      • Starches
        • Potato
        • Rice
        • Corn
        • Arrowroot
        • Flour
    • Cooking Techniques
      • Sauté/sweat
      • Braise
      • Grill
      • Broil
      • Roast
      • Poach/simmer
    • Preparation of Vegetables
      • Identification
        • Green
        • Root
        • Grains
        • Farinaceous
      • Basic Knife Cuts
        • Brunoise
        • Dice
        • Julienne
        • Jardiniere
        • Turned
        • Chiffonade
        • Bias
    • Butchering
      • Beef
      • Poultry
      • Game
      • Lamb
      • Fish
      •    Shellfish
    • Egg Cookery
      • Boil
      • Poach
      • Fry
      • Omelets


  
  • UCUL 140 - Culinary Principles


    Introduction to the hospitality and culinary arts profession. Includes professionalism; kitchen operations and culinary techniques; kitchen skills; cutting skills and proper knife use; equipment and utensil identification; use and storage of ingredients; and safety precautions. Also includes demonstrations of various cooking methods, such as dry heat cooking (roasting, grilling, sautÈing, pan frying), moist heat cooking (braising, shallow poaching, deep poaching, steaming), baking (techniques and production), and other sauces. Also includes herb and spice identification, along with scaling of a recipe, portion yields, and costing.

    Corequisite(s): CUL 105 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate and highlight key sanitation practices of a professional kitchen.
    2. Demonstrate proper beginning knife skills.
    3. Define cooking and food service terminology, to include both English and non-English vocabulary.
    4. Identify equipment and small-ware used in a professional kitchen.
    5. Properly identify various foods: herbs and spices, vegetables, chocolates, etc.
    6. Identify and apply cooking tools and equipment.
    7. Describe the process of sensory evaluation and conduct such an evaluation of various foods.
    8. Identify and describe classic stocks and sauces and their use in modern and classic food service.

    Outline:
    • The Culinary Profession
      • History of food preparation
      • History of the culinary profession
      • Great chefs
        • Kitchen brigade
        • Hierarchy of positions
    • Job Responsibilities
    • Food Service Vocabulary
      • Value and use of terminology
      • Professional jargon
    • The Menu
      • Elements
      • Design
    • Principles of Cooking
      • Heat transfer
      • Cooking media
      • Cooking methods
        • Dry heat
        • Moist heat
        • Combination
    • Tools and Equipment
      • Hand tools
        • Identification and selection
        • Use and maintenance
      • Heavy Equipment
        • Identification and selection
        • Use and maintenance
    • Knives and Knife Skills
      • Selecting and storing
      • Sharpening and steeling
      • Classic cuts
    • Food Tasting
      • Biological and physical components
      • Cultural impact
      • Sensory evaluations
    • Stocks
      • Stock Making
        • Brown
        • White
        • Fish
        • Vegetable
      • Reductions and glaces
      • Use in classic and contemporary food service
    • Sauces
      • Mother/Leading sauces
        • Brown
        • Veloute
        • Bechamel
        • Hollandaise
        • Tomato
      • Small/compound sauces
      • Beurre Blanc and Beurre Rouge
      • Reduction sauces
    • Herbs and Spices
      • History
      • Tasting and sensory evaluation
      • Culinary Usage
    • Chocolate
      • History
      • Tasting and sensory evaluation
      • Culinary usage
    • Vegetables
      • Identification
      • Selection and storage
      • Preparation and use


  
  • UCUL 150 - Garde Manger


    Introduction to the fundamentals of Garde Manger. Includes care of equipment, sanitation, and knife skills. Also includes basic sandwiches; herbs and spices; composed salads; bound salad greens; dressings (emulsified and non-emulsified); charcuterie; terrine; and other aspects of garde manger food preservation and preparation.

    Prerequisite(s): CUL 105 and CUL 140.
    Corequisite(s): CUL 130 and CUL 160 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify the variety of equipment used in Garde Manger work and demonstrate techniques for cleaning the equipment in a sanitary and safe manner.
    2. Demonstrate proper basic knife skills.
    3. Identify common herbs and spices.
    4. Practice commercial cooking techniques.
    5. Prepare a variety of foods to include but not limited to: assorted soups, cheeses, pâté and types of sausage, salad greens, basic sandwiches, emulsified and non-emulsified dressings.

    Outline:
    • Care of Equipment
      • Identify and clean
        • Slicers
        • Grinders
        • Buffalo choppers
        • Food processors
        • Mixing machines
      • Pate molds
        • Terrines
        • Timbales
    • Dressings: Emulsified and Non-Emulsified
      • Vinegars
      • Oils
      • Binders
      • Mustards
      • Mayonnaise
    • Knife Skills
      • Brunoise
      • Dice
      • Julienne
      • Chiffonade
    • Basic Sandwiches
      • Types
      • Preparation
      • Presentation techniques
    • Herbs and Spices
      • Herbs - identification
        • Basil
        • Cilantro
        • Thyme
        • Rosemary
        • Mint
        • Oregano
      • Spices - identification
        • Nutmeg
        • Pepper
        • Cinnamon
        • Allspice
        • Cloves
        • Ginger
    • Salad Greens
      • Washing and storage
      • Types
        • Romaine
        • Bibb
        • Endive
        • Frisee
        • Oakleaf
      • Serving techniques
    • Commercial Cooking Techniques
      • Sauté and sweat
      • Grilling
      • Poaching and simmering
      • Blanching
      • Braising
    • Soups
      • Clear
      • Cream
      • Hot
      • Cold
    • Sausage and Pâté
      • Types
      • Preparation
      • Presentation techniques
    • Cheese
      • Types
      • Identification
      • Preparation


  
  • UCUL 160 - Pastry Arts I


    A comprehensive introduction to preparing an array of baked goods and sweets. Includes yeast breads; quick breads; creams and custards; cakes; filling and frostings; cookies and brownies; elementary plating; and decorating and garnishing techniques. Also includes ingredients; bakery and pastry vocabulary; and safety and sanitation.

    Prerequisite(s): UCUL/CUL 105 and 140.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to do the following:

    1.   Use baking and pastry terminology, including English and non-English vocabulary.

    2.   Describe the functions of various ingredients in baked products.

    3.   Produce a variety of bakery and pastry items to include but not limited to: yeast breads, quick breads,   creams and custards, dough, cakes, fillings, icing, cookies & brownies, etc.

    4.  Produce basic plating, decorating and garnishing techniques.

    5.  Produce and demonstrate proper food safety and sanitation procedures required of bakery personnel.


    Outline:
     I.  Bakery and Pastry Vocabulary

             A.   Value and use of terminology

             B.   Professional jargon

             C.   International lexicon

    II.       Ingredients

             A.   Flour

             B.   Sugar

             C.   Dairy and eggs

             D.   Leavening agents

             E.   Fats

             F.   Flavoring agents

    III.      Yeast Breads

             A.   10-stage process

             B.   History

             C.   Production for restaurant and catering service

    IV.     Quick Breads

             A.   Muffin method

             B.   Biscuit method

             C.   Creaming method

             D.   Production for restaurant and catering service

    V.      Creams and Custards

             A.   Crème Chantilly

             B.   Crème anglaise

             C.   Crème patisserie

             D.   Ice cream and sorbet

    VI.     Dough’s

             A.   Pate Sucree

             B.   Pate Brisee

             C.   Pate a Choux

             D.   Dacquoise

    VII.    Cakes, Filling and Frostings

             A.   Cake mixing methods

                   1.   High fat

                   2.   Low fat

             B.   Fillings and frostings

                   1.   Buttercream

                   2.   Ganache

                   3.   Meringue

    VIII.    Cookies and Brownies

             A.   Bagged cookies

             B.   Bar cookies

             C.   Drop cookies

             D.   Wafer cookies

             E.   Refrigerated cookies

    IX.     Elementary Plating, Decorating and Garnishing Techniques

             A.   Use of piping bag

             B.   Portioning desserts and breads

             C.   Simple plate decorations

             D.   Production of plated desserts for restaurant and catering service

    X.      Safety and Sanitation

             A.   Tools and equipment

             B.   Food storage

             C.   Food workers’ personal hygiene



  
  • UCUL 189 - Capstone I


    The capstone experience for the Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science. Includes preparation of a final culinary project that meets the learning outcomes required in specific cooking/lab and lecture courses. Also includes a review of culinary principles, the demonstration of sanitation skills and safety practices, and the display of an advanced level of professionalism and proficiency in kitchen operations and food preparation.

     

    Prerequisite(s): UCUL 105, UCUL 140, UCUL 130, UCUL 150, UCUL 160.

     

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to do the following:

    1.   Demonstrate safety and sanitation skills in the handling, preparing, cooking, and clean-up of food learned in a combination of all previous hospitality courses.

    2.   Exhibit professionalism in appearance, teamwork, and work proficiency learned in a combination of all previous hospitality courses.

    3.   Execute a casual lunch experience using a combination of skills learned throughout the program including different cooking techniques, knife skills, cooking vocabulary, characteristics and use of specific foods, use of tools and equipment, costing, scaling, and following a recipe, preparing food products from the hot foods, cold foods, baked products, and sauces categories that meets advanced commercial standards in appearance and taste.


    Outline:
    Students work on a culinary assignment that is appropriate to their program of study and their readiness to enter the workforce. They will incorporate knowledge and skills acquired in the AAS Degree program into a culinary project that will take place in the culinary lab or a simulated working kitchen. Skills and knowledge to be demonstrated may include:

    I.       Basic Knife Cuts

             A.   Brunoise

             B.   Dice

             C.   Julienne

             D.   Batonnet

             E.   Roll Cut

             F.   Chiffonade

             G.   Bias

    II.       Creating a Safe Food Service Environment:

             A.   Occupational safety hazards

             B.   Food-borne Illnesses

             C.   Potential hazards

             D.   Cross contamination

             E.   Food service worker personal habits

             F.   Managerial and supervisory responsibilities

    III.      Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP): A Food Protection System

             A.   Introduction to the HACCP system

             B.   Hazards

             C.   Analysis

             D.   Critical control points

             E.   Time and temperature charting

    IV.     Sanitation in the Purchasing, Receiving and Storage of Food

             A.   Food suppliers

             B.   Receiving fresh foods

             C.   Receiving processed foods

             D.   Storing food and supplies

    V.      Sanitation in the Preparation and Service of Food

             A.   Time and temperature principles

             B.   Thawing food

             C.   Preparing food

             D.   Cooking food

                   1.   Cooking temperatures for meat

                   2.   Holding temperatures

                   3.   Preventing cross-contamination

             E.   Transporting food

             F.   Using leftover food

    VI.     The Menu

             A.   Elements

             B.   Design

    VII.    Principles of Cooking

             A.   Heat transfer

             B.   Cooking media

             C.   Cooking methods

                   1.   Dry heat

                   2.   Moist heat

                   3.   Combination

    VIII.    Tools and Equipment

             A.   Hand tools

                   1.   Identification and selection

                   2.   Use and maintenance

             B.   Heavy Equipment

                   1.   Identification and selection

                   2.   Use and maintenance

    IX.     Knives and Knife Skills

             A.   Selecting and storing

             B.   Sharpening and Straightening Blade with “Steel”

             C.   Classic cuts

    X.      Cooking Techniques:

             A.   Sauté/sweat

             B.   Braise

             C.   Grill

             D.   Broil

             E.   Roast

             F.   Poach/simmer

             G.   Deep Fat Fry

    XI.     Fabrication:

             A.   Beef

             B.   Poultry

             C.   Shellfish

             D.   Fish

             E.   Pork

             F.   Lamb

    XII.  Egg Cookery

             A.   Boil

             B.   Poach

             C.   Fry

             D.   Omelets

    XIII.  Dressings: Emulsified and Non-Emulsified

             A.   Vinegars

             B.   Oils

             C.   Binders

             D.   Mustards

             E.   Mayonnaise

    XIV.   Basic Sandwiches

             A.   Types

             B.   Preparation

             C.   Presentation techniques

    XV.  Herbs & Spices

             A.   Herbs:

                   1.   Basil

                   2.   Cilantro

                   3.   Thyme

                   4.   Rosemary

                   5.   Mint

                   6.   Oregano

             B.   Spices

                   1.   Nutmeg

                   2.   Pepper

                   3.   Cinnamon

                   4.   Allspice

                   5.   Cloves

                   6.   Ginger

    XVI.   Salad Greens

             A.   Washing and storage Types

                   1.   Romaine

                   2.   Bibb

                   3.   Endive

                   4.   Frisee

                   5.   Oakleaf

             B.   Serving techniques

    XVII.  Bakery and Pastry Vocabulary

             A.   Professional jargon

             B.   International lexicon

             C.   Ingredients

                   1.   Flour

                   2.   Sugar

                   3.   Dairy and eggs

                   4.   Leavening agents

                   5.   Fats

                   6.   Flavoring agents

             D.   Yeast Breads

                   1.   10-stage process

                   2.   History

                   3.   Production for restaurant and catering service

             E.   Quick Breads

                   1.   Muffin method

                   2.   Biscuit method

                   3.   Creaming method

                   4.   Production for restaurant and catering service

             F.   Creams and Custards

                   1.   Crème Chantilly

                   2.   Crème anglaise

                   3.   Crème patisserie

                   4.   Ice cream and sorbet

             G.   Dough’s

                   1.   Pate Sucree

                   2.   Pate Brisee

                   3.   Pate a Choux

                   4.   Dacquoise

             H.   Cakes, Filling and Frostings

                   1.   Cake mixing methods

                         a.   High fat

                         b.   Low fat

                   2.   Fillings and frostings

                         a.   Buttercream

                         b.   Ganache

                         c.   Meringue

             I.    Cookies and Brownies

                   1.   Bagged cookies

                   2.   Bar cookies

                   3.   Drop cookies

                   4.   Wafer cookies

                   5.   Refrigerated cookies

    XVIII. Sauces

                A.   Mother Sauces

                   1.   Espagnole

                   2.   Veloute

                   3.   Hollandaise

                   4.   Tomato

                   5.   Bechamel

             B.   Liaison

                   1.  Thickening Agents:

                   2.  Roux

                         a.   White

                         b.   Brown

                   3.   Starches:

                         a.   Potato

                         b.   Rice

                         c.   Corn

                         d.   Arrowroot

                         e.   Flour

    XIX.   Restaurant Operations 

             A.   Concept Development

             B.   Location and Design

             C.   Menus

             D.   Budgeting

             E.   Staffing

             F.   Kitchen Equipment

             G.   Marketing, Sales, Promotion

             H.   Food Purchasing

    XX.    Garden to Table  

             A.   Plants in Desert Conditions

             B.   Plant Basics

             C.   Water

             D.   Pest Control

             E.   Natural Pollinators

             F.   Nutrition

    XXI.   Special Diets

             A.   Gluten-free

             B.   Vegetarian

             C.   Vegan

    XXII.  International Cuisine



Dental Studies

  
  • UDLT 101 - Introduction to Dental Laboratory & Dental Laboratory Technology


    Overarching knowledge of the Dental Laboratory Technology profession. Includes relationships with other disciplines within dentistry, professional and ethical obligations, overview of dental laboratory operations, introduction to regulatory and professional organizations, and review of the history of dental laboratories.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify roles, responsibilities and interrelation of various members of the dental team
    2. Describe regulation and professional / ethical obligation relating to dental practice
    3. Demonstrate understanding of safe dental laboratory operation, to include machine, chemical and bloodborne pathogen concerns
    4. Enumerate and describe the role of various regulatory and professional organizations and how they relate to modern dental practice
    5. Develop an overview of the history of the dental profession and the dental laboratory

    Outline:
    1. Identify roles, responsibilities and interrelation of various members of the dental team
      1.  Dental Technician
      2. Dental Assistant
      3. Dental Hygienist
      4. Denturist
      5. Dentists
          1. Prosthodontist
          2. Periodontist
          3. Orthodontist
          4. Endodontist
          5. Oral Surgeon
    1. Regulation and Professional / Ethical Obligation
      1. HIPAA
      2. Regional Dental Practice Act
      3. Scope of Practice
      4. Prescriptions and work authorizations
      5. Record keeping
      6. Boards of Dental Examiners / State Dental Practice Acts
      7. Licensure
    2. Dental Laboratory Operation
      1. Infection Control
        • i. Bloodborne Pathogens
        • ii. Post exposure plan
        • iii. Hep. B Vaccination
        • iv. PPEs
      2. Machine Safety
      3. Chemical Safety
      4. Chemical Storage
      5. Dental Laboratory Specialization
        • i. Removable Denture
        • ii. Removable Partial Denture
        • iii. Fixed
        • iv. Orthodontic
        • v. Implants
        • vi. Full Service
        • vii. Digital Dentistry
      6. Workflow
        • i. Analogue
        • ii. Digital
      7. Inventory management
      8. Supplies, storage and ordering
      9. Quality Assurance 
        • i. Review of prescriptions and materials received from dentist
        • ii. Review of finished work in preparation for case delivery
    3. Regulatory and professional organizations
      1. American Dental Association (ADA)
        • i. Approval of restorative materials
      2. National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL)
        • i. NBC Certified Dental Technician (CDT) Program
        • ii. NBC Certified Dental Laboratory (CDL) Program
      3. Dental Appliance Manufacturers Audit Scheme (DAMAS)
      4. International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
      5. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
      6. Quality Systems/Good Manufacturing Practices (QS/GMP)
      7. Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA)
    4. History of Dentistry
      1. Ancient
      2. Middle Ages
      3. 18th Century
      4. Pierre Fauchard -father of modern dentistry
      5. 19th Century
      6. First industrial type dental laboratory
      7. 20th Century


  
  • UDLT 102 - Dental Morphology, Occlusion & Articulation


    Students will develop an overarching knowledge of human dental morphology to include anatomical landmarks, terminology, tooth numbering systems and tooth development, introduction to human mandibular movement through the examination of the interrelation of skeletal and muscular systems, tooth surfaces and the temporomandibular joints. Also includes types of cusps with their interrelation to the opposing dentition, examination of the centric relation and vertical dimension in edentulous patients, types of dental articulator and comparisons of normal occlusion and various malocclusions i.e. Angle’s Classification.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Locate, identify, and describe anatomical landmarks of the teeth and oral cavity on both analogue and digital models.
    2. Identify and explain basic terminology.
    3. Locate, identify, and describe basic anatomical landmarks of the teeth, permanent dentition, and deciduous (primary) dentition.
    4. Detail the location and function of head and neck skeletal structures and musculature.
    5. Enumerate oral structures and related physiology.
    6. Sculpt teeth #3-8 maxillary and #19-22 mandibular in soap, wax, or gypsum.
    7. Describe dental anatomy and morphology as it relates to occlusion and mastication.
    8. Describe elements Angle’s Classification of occlusion
    9. Describe mandibular movements as they relate to mastication
    10. Identify various types of cusps & cusp fossa relationships
    11. Describe how the dentist establishes centric relation and vertical dimension in the edentulous patients.
    12. Comparison review of dental articulators
    13. Explain how patient information is moved to and approximated with a dental articulator

    Outline:
    1. Anatomical Landmarks and Terminology
      1. Vocabulary and terminology
      2. Teeth
      3. Oral mucosa
      4. Skeletal
      5. Musculature
      6. Temporomandibular joint
    2. Tooth Development and Landmarks
      1. Deciduous teeth
      2. Permanent teeth

    C         Tooth numbering systems

    1. Tooth Sculpting
      1. Soap carving
      2. Wax carving
      3. Gypsum manipulation
    2. Review of anatomy and morphology relating to occlusion and mastication.
      1. Anatomy of the skull and mandible
      2. Muscles of mastication
      3. Occlusal tooth anatomy
      4. Temporomandibular joint
    3. Angle’s Classification of occlusion
      1. Normal
      2. Prognathic
      3. Retrognathic

    VI.       Overview of mandibular movements

    1. Protrusive
      1. Posselt’s envelope of motion
    2. Lateral
      1. Working
      2. Balancing

    VII       Types of cusps & cusp fossa relationships

    1. Stamp cusp
    2. Shear cusp
    3. Cusp to occlusal embrasure pattern
    4. Cusp to fossa pattern
    5. Cross bite
    6. Compensating curves
      1. Curve of Spee
      2. Curve of Wilson
      3. Plane of Munson

    VIII.Establishes centric relation and vertical dimension in the edentulous patients.

    A.Terminology

        1. Centric occlusion
        2. Centric relation
        3. Physiologic rest position
        4. Vertical dimension of occlusion
        5. Vertical dimension of rest
        6. Freeway space
    1. Gothic arch tracing
    2. Facebow transfer

    IX. Comparison review of dental articulators

    1. Analogue
      1. Plastic Single Use Articulator
      2. Fixed Guide Articulator
      3. Semi-Adjustable Arcon Articulator
      4. Semi-Adjustable Non-Arcon Articulator
    2. Bennett’s movement and Bennett’s angle
    3. Christensen’s Phenomenon


  
  • UDLT 103 - Digital Workflow


    Students will develop key principles relating to digital workflow. Case planning based on the interpretation of dentist’s prescriptions and the restorative needs of patients will be applied to the selection of restorative materials and digital workflow. Data acquisition through intraoral scanners, desktop scans of both physical impressions and poured models will be addressed. File management topics will include file cleanup, file transfer and regulatory management of patient files and records. Design indications for various types of restorations and appliances will be addressed. Both additive and subtractive digital fabrication will be addressed to include setup, troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration and post processing.

     

    Prerequisite(s): DLT 101 and 102, or concurrent enrollment

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. A. Explain data acquisition as it relates to digital workflow
    2. B. Describe design indications as they relate to various dental restorations and appliances
    3. C. Explain various digital manufacturing processes
    4. D. Explain the maintenance of digital equipment to include PC, software, scanners, mills, 3D printers, calibration and post processing equipment

  
  • UDLT 104 - Dental Metallurgy


    Students will develop enhanced understanding of the Dental Laboratory Technology profession. Including an examination of metals currently used by the dental technician. Includes introduction to dental alloys (e.g. physical and chemical properties); weights, measures, and calculations; metal sensitivities and allergies. Also includes alloy processing; equipment calibration; metal treatment and torch techniques; Laws of Casting; selective laser melt (SLM); electro-polisher and electrolyte solution operation; and safety procedures.

     

    Prerequisite(s): DLT 101 and 102, or concurrent enrollment

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify states of matter as they relate to dental materias.
    2. Describe and demonstrate physical and mechanical properties of metal.
    3. Use specific gravity to calculate alloy requirements for a wax pattern.
    4. Demonstrate a troy system, weigh a casting and calculate the cost of a casting.
    5. Describe processes used to manufacture dental alloys.
    6. List metals commonly occurring in dental alloys and how they affect the working characteristics.
    7. Explain the relationship of crystal structures to mechanical properties.
    8. Explain methods of manipulating grain size in alloy.
    9. Discuss how to relieve work hardening by annealing dental alloys.
    10. Perform calculations to compare carat, fineness and percentage of an alloy.
    11. List the melt temperatures for pure gold and pure silver.
    12. Describe the safe use of casting torch.
    13. Describe the Laws of Casting.
    14. Describe a reducing and oxidizing lfame and effect on dental alloy.
    15. Describe Selectie Laser Melt SLM 3D Printing
    16. Compare and contrast electro-polishing and electro-plating processes.
    17. List metals that are common causes of metal allergies.

  
  • UDLT 105 - Non-Metallic Dental Materials


    Students will develop an enhanced understanding of materials used in the dental laboratory. Principles of chemistry and physics, identification, selection, and manipulation will be applied to the application of non-metallic dental materials in the dental laboratory. Includes an introduction to dental materials, management of materials, impression material, gypsum materials, dental waxes, refractory materials and resins.

     

    Prerequisite(s): DLT 101, 102 and 103, or concurrent enrollment

     

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify chemical and physical properties of matter and materials.
    2. Identify and interpret MSDS sheets by manufacturers.
    3. Select and property use PPE based on MSDS.
    4. Manage materials inventory system.
    5. Describe identification and disinfect dental impression materials.
    6. Describe the manipulation of various impression materials.
    7. Select gypsum materials based on prescription and work to be performed.
    8. Describe and manipulate gympsum products.
    9. Describe the selection and safe use of dentalwaxes.
    10. Describe and explain corrections for wax discrepancies.
    11. Describe selection of refractory materials based on prescription and material to be cast, fired, soldered or laser welded.
    12. Describe, manipulate and control expansion of refractory materials.
    13. Identify and select acrylic resin materials.
    14. Describe proper technique for use of acrylic resins
    15. Describe SLA printing and 3D printer resins.

  
  • UDLT 106 - Removeable Prosthodontics - Complete Dentures


    Students will develop an enhanced theoretical understanding of key principles relating to needs of the edentulous patient and complete dentures as a means of treatment. Emphasis will be given to understanding the roles of the treating dentist and the dental laboratory. This course will examine both analogue and digital workflows.

     

    Prerequisite(s): DLT 101, 102 and 103, or concurrent enrollment

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe impacts of edentulism on the patient.
    2. Describe case planning and treatment.
    3. Describe base plate and occlusion rims and fitting for denture.
    4. Explain transfer of patient informatin, articulation and model mounting.
    5. Explain strategies for selecting and arranging prosthetic teeth.
    6. Describe dentist evaluation of trial denture.
    7. Describe processing and finishing of analog and digital dentures.
    8. Explain denture repair including tooth replacement, broken denture, reline and rebase.

  
  • UDLT 107 - Removable Prosthodontics - Partial Dentures


    Students will develop an enhanced theoretical understanding of key principles relating to treatment of partially edentulous patients with removable partial dentures (RPDs). Conventional RPD construction steps including evaluation and fabrication of preliminary impressions and models, model survey and RPD design, evaluation and fabrication of final impressions and master models, block out procedures, model duplication and refractory casts, creating wax patterns, sprung and investing frameworks, burnout and alloy casts, and recovery of RPD casting. Digital Design RPD fabrication steps including evaluation of virtual models, survey, design and digital manufacture. Treatment partials with wrought wire clasps. Also includes metal finishing and polishing, occlusion rims, prosthetic tooth selection and tooth setting, processing and finishing the RPD, and soldering of dental alloys. Digitally derived RPDs topics will include scanning and design, printed castable resins and selective laser melt (SLM) printing.

     

    Prerequisite(s): DLT 101, 102 and 103, or concurrent enrollment.
     

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe infection control procedures on all incoming impressions and prostheses.
    2. Expain pouring and trimming preliminary and master models for removable partial dentures .
    3. Demonstrate Kennedy Classification system.
    4. Describe treatment partials with wrought iron clasps.
    5. Compare and contrast various types  and design frameworks of RPD’s.
    6. Define RPD terminology.
    7. Explain design transfer of framework to the master cast and measurement of undercuts.
    8. Explain block out procedures to eliminate undesirable undercuts.
    9. Explain master cast duplication
    10. Explain refractory model preparation and use.

  
  • UDLT 108 - Orthodontics


    Students will develop an enhanced theoretical understanding of key principles relating theory of simple orthodontic appliances. Includes evaluation of preliminary impressions, classification of occlusion and malocclusion types, tooth numbering systems and identification. Also includes discussion of wrought wire fabrication and wire bending skills, fabrication of removable tooth retaining and moving appliances, and fixed space maintaining appliances. This course will examine both analogue and digital workflows.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Interpret prescriptions and work authorizations.
    2. Classify malocclusion and occlusion types.
    3. Locate specified teeth on permanent, deciduous and mixed dentition models.
    4. Identify, describe and classify various orthodontic appliances.
    5. Explain maxillary or mandibular retainers with labial or lingual arch wires and model duplication process.
    6. Design maxiillary and mandibular appliances.
    7. Expain how to fit bands and solder wires and repair.
    8. Describe and design auto-polymerizing acrylic anchorage for various removal of appliances.
    9. Describe design and fabrications for single banded space maintainer.

  
  • UDLT 109 - Fixed Prosthodontics - Crown & Bridge


    Students will develop an enhanced theoretical understanding of key principles relating to the construction of fixed single tooth restorations and bridgework. Includes prescriptions and work authorizations, fixed restoration design, and preparation requirements. Also includes waxing, seating, finishing, evaluation of fixed single tooth restorations, and bridgework castings.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe the fabrication of removable die models, conventional and digital
    2. Explain fixed restoratin including emergency profile, marginal intgrity, preparation
    3. Describe articulatin of removeable die models
    4. Explain fixed single tooth and bridgework pattern preparation
    5. Describe functional occulsion in wax crown and bridge patterns
    6. Explain the Laws of Casting
    7. Expain seating, finishing and evaluation criteria of single tool restorations and bridgework castings
    8. Describe functional occulsion
    9. Describe laboratory contribution to treatment of endodontially treated teeth
    10. Explain reduction copies and methods of dealing with underprepared teeth
    11. Explain repairs and soldering

  
  • UDLT 110 - Fixed Prosthodontics - Ceramics


    Students will develop an enhanced theoretical understanding of key principles of ceramics as dental restorative materials. Emphasis will be given to the exploration of ceramic formulations, physical properties and fabrication process.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe ceramic fabrication including layering, pressing, milling.
    2. Describe physical properties of ceramic materials
    3. Explain limitations for ceramics
    4. Describe physical properties of light
    5. Describe additive and substractive color theory

  
  • UDLT 111 - Dental Implants, Abutments and Attachments


    Students will develop an enhanced theoretical understanding of key principles relating to dental implantology. Types of implants, implant components and their application through both conventional and digital workflows will be addressed. Osteointegration, bone density and implant placement will be discussed as they relate to the design of fixed, removable and hybrid implant cases. The use of radiographic stents and surgical guides to improve predictable patient outcomes will be included.

     

    Prerequisite(s): DLT 101, DLT 102 and DLT 103, or concurrent enrollment

     

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe history of dental implants
    2. Differentiate between implant technologies
    3. Categorize and identify case design optinos
    4. Describe diagnostic and case planning
    5. Explain master cast fabrication through both conventional and digital workflows
    6. Explain removeable prosthetic fabrication through both workflows
    7. Explain bar/substructure fabrication through both workflows
    8. Explain screw-related fixed or removeable hybrid restoration through both workflows.
    9. Expain abutment and cement-retained restoration fabrication through both workflows.
    10. Describe various precision and semi precision dental attachments
    11. Explain applications of various dental attachments

    Outline:
    • History of Dental Implants
    • Differentiate between implant technologies
    • Categorize and identify case design options
    • Case design consieration
    • Planning and case diagnostics
    • Master cast, conventional and digital workflows
    • Removable prosthetics fabrication, convention and digital workflows
    • Bar substructure fabrication, conventional and digital workflows
    • Screw retained fixed or removable hybrid restoration, conventional and digital workflows
    • Abutment and cement retained restoration, conventional and digital workflows
    • Attachments
      • Survey and placement of semi precision attachment in bridge
      • Application of Dental Attachments


  
  • UDNT 150 - Expanded Function: Dental Auxiliary and Restorative


    This course is designed to meet the Arizona State training requirements for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists taking the DANB-Certified Restorative Functions Examination required for certification. The content of the course has been approved by the Arizona State Board of Health, Dental Hygiene Licensing Board.

    Prerequisites:

    Dental Assistants: At the time of course registration, we require proof of one-year chairside assisting experience in general dentistry within the past 2 years

    Dental Hygienists: At the time of course registration, we require proof of current status as Registered Dental Hygienist (License), current CPR certification, HepB Immunization, current malpractice insurance

    Information:
    Each participant will have his/her own dental operatory to work in. Fees include supplies, materials and typodont needed to perform the tasks and services. Participants will be able to rent the lab kit instruments.

    Required Armamentarium that are not supplied:

    •  Proper clinic attire, PPE including proper footwear
    •  Safety glasses/ loupes/ light
    •  Required textbook


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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify dental restorative vocabulary terms
    2. Describe current concepts and basic techniques in cariology and classification of dental caries
    3. Demonstrate basic principles of properly preparing the tooth such as isolation, selection and placement of
    liners and bases and insertion and finishing of amalgam and composite resin restorative
    4. Identify tooth morphology, structure, anatomy, colors and shade
    5. Use dental instruments and instrumentation skills to manipulate the restorative material
    6. Describe dental material characteristics, properties, weakness and strengths, including dental sealants
    and fluoride varnish
    7. Explain preventive suggestions and recommendations to increase the life of the dental restoration
    8. Explain provisional restoration’s purpose, criteria, types, properties, materials, techniques, and procedural
    considerations
    9. Explain proper infection control and OSHA protocol
    10. Apply legal responsibilities of Arizona in the field of dental restoration
    Outline:
    1. Dental restorative vocabulary terms

    2. Current concepts and basic techniques in cariology

    3. Basic principles of properly preparing the tooth such as isolation, selection and placement of liners and bases and insertion and finishing of amalgam and composite resin restorative

    • Place cavity liner/ base and bonding agents
    • Demonstrate proper isolation technique and placing wedges and matrix systems
    • Perform gingival retraction using single cord techniques

    4. Tooth morphology, structure, anatomy, colors, and shade

    • Recognize and duplicate ideal dental anatomy in adult dentition
    • Select composite shade and apply composite layering

    5. Dental material characteristics, properties, weakness and strengths, including dental sealants and fluoride varnish

    • Recognize properties and indications for use of different dental materials
    • Describe and apply the proper steps for dental sealants and fluoride varnish

    6. Dental instruments and instrumentation skills to manipulate the restorative material

    • Condense, place, carve, and polish amalgam restorations (Class I, II & V)
    • Place, contour, finish, and polish composite restorations (Class I & V and Class II)
    • Apply the proper steps in placing interim therapeutic restorations adapt, cement prefabricated
    • crowns and remove excess cement
    • Evaluate, adjust, and make corrections for amalgam and composite on newly placed restorations
    • using critical thinking and problem-solving skills

    7. Preventive suggestions and recommendations to increase the life of the dental restorative

    • Use evidence-based research to guide practitioner’s decision on technique approach, type of dental material for patient restorative needs, and preventive recommendations to increase the life of the dental restorative
    • Use the psychosocial dimension of the patient for patient-centered care

    8. Legal responsibilities of Arizona



Emergency Medical Technology and Paramedicine

  
  • HE 604 - Paramedic National Registry Skills Demonstration


    Demonstration of practical skills on standards of paramedic emergency care required by the Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic National Standard Curriculum at the state and national levels. Includes testing skills and questions related to assessment, analysis, intervention or evaluation of patients.

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  • HE 607 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Refresher


    Refresher to the integration of pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement the treatment plan for the patient with cardiovascular disease/injury based on 3-lead and 12-lead cardiac monitoring and interpretation. Also, includes information on cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular pathologies and management, and adjunctive diagnostics.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify pathophysiological principles of the cardiovascular system.
    2. Describe the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement the treatment plan for the patient with cardiovascular disease/injury based on 3-lead and 12-lead cardiac monitoring and interpretation.
    3. Define cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.
    4. Identify cardiovascular pathologies and management, and adjunctive diagnostics.
  
  • HE 609 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Refresher


    Techniques for emergency services for children. Integrates physiological, psychological, and social changes throughout human growth and development. Includes information on pediatric assessment, airway management and respiratory emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies. Also includes information on neonatal emergencies, children with special healthcare needs, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform a pediatric assessment.
    2. Identify techniques for airway management in respiratory emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies, and neonatal emergencies.
    3. Identify techniques in managing children with special healthcare needs.
    4. Define Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
  
  • HE 612 - Advanced Life Support Refresher


    Overview, techniques, and skills that review, to recognize, describe, differentiate and explain physiology and pathophysiology of Airway, Respiration, Ventilation, Cardiovascular, Trauma, Medical, Airway Lab, Operations, Distributive education, and Field Internship.


    Information: This course is designed for Paramedic Medical Service personnel interested in continuing their education to meet the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) for NRP Re-certification.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to meet the requirements set forth by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) as outlined in the NCCP. These requirements will change as the NREMT periodically updates the education requirements to reflect current industry standards and research.

    This will include the topics of:

    1. Airway, Respiration, & Ventilation
    2. Cardiovascular
    3. Trauma
    4. Medical
    5. Operations
    6. Field Internship
    7. Clinical Internship


  
  • HS 605 - ALS Skills Demonstration


    Demonstration of ALS Emergency Care consistent with the National Standard Curriculum. Includes evaluation of skills and questions related to assessment, analysis, intervention or evaluation of patients.

    Information: Fulfills the Final Comprehensive Exam and Skill Demonstrations required to complete an AZDHS ALS Refresher.

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  • UEMT 100 - Emergency Medical Technology


    Techniques of pre-hospital emergency medical care for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Includes history of emergency medical care delivery systems, roles and responsibilities of emergency medical services (EMS) providers, ethical and legal issues, and patient assessment. Also includes symptoms of illnesses, injuries, medical emergencies, appropriate medical techniques, triage, and ambulance operations.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform one and two person CPR: Adult, Child, and Infant based on the American Heart
    Association current standards.
    2. Appropriately manage scene safety including proper placement and removal of personal protective
    gear in the workplace.
    3. Define priorities of care and the components of a tiered response system.
    4. Define the role, scope of practice. Legal and ethical responsibilities of the Emergency Medical
    Technician.
    5. Perform and appropriately manage and stabilize patients of all ages suffering from airway
    obstructions, respiratory arrests, and cardiac arrest.
    6. Perform and appropriately manage and stabilize patients of all ages suffering from bleeding, soft
    tissue injuries, burns, fractures, shock, and nervous system injuries.
    Outline:
    I. Emergency Medical Technician Preparation

    • A. Emergency medical care – origin and structure
    • B. Well-being of the EMT
    • C. Medical, legal and ethical issues
    • D. The human body
    • E. Baseline vital signs and SAMPLE history

    II. Airway

    • A. Obstruction
    • B. Use of airway adjuncts
    • C. Oxygen delivery

    III. Patient Assessment

    • A. Assessment
    • B. Communication
      • Communication systems and equipment
      • Regulations and protocol for radio communication
      • Effective communication with patients from all segments of population
      • Psychological aspects of emergency care
    • C. Documentation: written reports

    IV. Evaluating Injuries: Bleeding, Wounds, and Shock

    • A. Soft tissue injuries
    • B. Musculo-skeletal care and fractures of the upper extremities
    • C. Fractures of the pelvis, hip and lower extremities
    • D. Injuries to head, neck, face, and spine
    • E. Injuries to chest, abdomen, and genitalia
    • F. Dressing and bandaging
    • G. Spine and fracture immobilization
    • H. Pneumatic counter-pressure devices (MAST)

    I. Shock: signs, symptoms, and emergency care.
    V. Medical Emergencies

    • General pharmacology
    • Respiratory emergencies
      • Characteristics
      • Significance
    • Cardiovascular emergencies
      • Symptoms
      • Use of automated external defibrillator (AED)
      • General patient care
    • Neurologic emergencies
    • The acute abdomen
      • Definition
      • Symptoms
      • Treatment
      • Potential causes
      • Referred pain
    • Diabetic emergencies
      • Two types of emergencies
      • Patient assessment
      • Treatment
      • Blood glucose monitoring procedures
      • Indications and contraindications
      • Regulatory issues
    • Allergic reactions, stings, and bites
      • Causes, signs, and symptoms
      • Anaphylaxis
      • Interventions including the use of epinephrine auto-injectors
    • Substance abuse and poisoning
    • Environmental emergencies
      • Burns
      • Hazardous materials
      • Drowning
    • Behavioral emergencies
      • Acute psychological disturbances
      • Chronic psychological disturbances
      • Techniques for interaction with emotionally disturbed patients
      • Critical incidence stress debriefing
    • Obstetrics and gynecological emergencies
      • Childbirth in the field
      • Breech delivery
      • Prolapsed umbilical cord
      • Spontaneous abortion
    • Sudden Infant Death Syndrome SIDS

    VI. Transporting Patients

    • A. Principles of extrication
    • B. Patient packaging
    • C. Lifting and moving patients

    VII. Ambulance Operations and Safe Driving

    • Regulations
    • Forms and reporting
    • Maintenance of vehicle and equipment
    • Emergency procedures
    • Scene control
    • Special scene situation

    VIII. Disaster Management

    • Triage
    • WMD’s

    IX. Assisting with Advanced Life Support (ALS)

    • Intravenous lines
      • Purpose of intravenous lines and the monitoring of intravenous lines by the Emergency
    • Medical Technician
      • Types and sizes of intravenous cannulas, tubing, etc.
      • Intravenous fluids the Emergency Medical Technician is approved to monitor
      • Assessment and monitoring
      • Trouble-shooting intravenous lines
    • Cardiac monitoring
    • Intubation


  
  • UEMT 159 - Cardiopulminary Resusitation: healthcare provider


    Introduction to the techniques required to provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) at the healthcare provider level. Includes introduction to body systems and disease states, which lead to cardiac and respiratory arrest. Also includes the assessment and intervention for the airway, respiration and central circulation.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Define the disease states and risk factors, which can lead to cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and stroke.
    2. Demonstrate the assessment and management of a foreign body airway obstruction in the infant, child and
    adult patient.
    3. Demonstrate the assessment and management of respiratory arrest in the infant, child and adult patient.
    4. Demonstrate the assessment and management of cardiac arrest in the infant, child and adult patient.
    Outline:
    I. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Steps

    • When to start CPR
    • When to give breaths, including with barrier devices
    • When to check for a pulse
    • How to give compressions at the proper depth and rate and with complete chest recoil
    • When to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

    II. Signs and actions for severe airway obstruction

    • Responsive victims
    • Unresponsive victims

    III. Links in the Chain of Survival and Importance

    • Activating the appropriate emergency response system
    • Performing CPR
    • Providing early defibrillation
    • Ensuring the arrival of early advanced care by activating the appropriate emergency response system

    IV. Signs of 4 Common Life-Threatening Emergencies in Adults

    • Cardiac arrest
    • Choking
    • Stroke
    • Heart attack

    V. Injury Prevention

    • Infants
    • Children

    VI. Manikin Demonstration of Foreign Body Airway Obstruction

    • Assessment
    • Management

    VII. Manikin Demonstration of Rescue Breathing

    • Infants
    • Children
    • Adult patient

    VIII. Manikin Demonstration of CPR

    • Infants
    • Children

    IX. Manikin Demonstration of the Adult Patient

    • One CPR
    • Two rescue CPR


Health Information Technology

  
  • UHIT 101 - Introduction to ICD Coding


    Introduction to principles and application of the International Classification of Disease (ICD) coding system. Includes overview of coding, introduction to ICD 10th Revision Clinical Modifications/Procedural Coding System (10-CM/PCS). Includes coding conventions, coding guidelines, hospital inpatient, outpatient and physician office coding, and overview of HCPCS.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain principles of classification systems, nomenclatures, and vocabularies.
    2. Explain the organization of the ICD-10-CM/PCS tabular lists, indices, tables, and guidelines.
    3. Apply ICD-10-CM and PCS codes according to current guidelines. 
    4. Explain ethical standards of practice.

    Outline:
    • Overview of Coding
      • Career opportunities
      • Professional associations and networking
      • Classification systems, nomenclatures, and vocabularies
      • Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
    • Code of Ethics
      • Ethical Principles
      • American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Code of Ethics
    • Principles and Components of ICD-10-CM/PCS Classification Systems
      • Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS)
      • Overview of ICD-10-CM/PCS
      • ICD-10-CM/PCS tabular list of diseases and injuries
    • ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
      • Organization of the official guidelines for coding and reporting
      • General ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding guidelines
      • Chapter-Specific ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding guidelines
      • Application of General ICD-10-CM coding guidelines to code assignments
      • Application of chapter-specific ICD-10-CM coding guidelines to code assignments
    • ICD-10-CM Coding Conventions
      • Format
      • Eponyms, abbreviations, and punctuation
      • Tables and boxed notes
      • Other, other specified and unspecified codes
      • Instructional notes
    • ICD-10-CM Code Book Navigation
      • Steps to proper coding
      • ICD-10-CM index to disease and injuries
      • ICD-10-CM index and tables
    • ICD-10-CM-PCS Coding Conventions
      • Overview of ICD-10-PCS
      • ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines
      • Root operation groups
      • ICD-10-PCS Sections
      • ICD-10-PCS Index
      • ICD-10-PCS Tables
    • ICD-10-CM/PCS Hospital Inpatient Coding and Reporting 
      • Acute care inpatient settings
      • Inpatient diagnosis and procedure coding and reporting guidelines
      • Assigning ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnosis and/or procedure codes for acute care inpatient cases
    • ICD-10-CM/PCS Outpatient and Physician Office Coding and Reporting
      • Outpatient and physician office care
      • Diagnostic coding and reporting guidelines for hospital-based and physician office outpatient services
      • Coding guidelines for outpatient diagnostic tests
      • Assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes for outpatient and physician office care
    • Introduction to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
      • Overview of HCPCS
      • HCPCS levels and their components
      • Assigning HCPCS Level II procedure and services codes for outpatient care
      • Assigning claims according to HCPCS Level II code number


  
  • UHIT 195 - Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist Prep Test


    Preparation for Electronic Health Records Specialist Certification (CEHRS) includes an introduction to health information management, nonclinical and clinical operations, revenue cycle and finance, regulatory compliance, reporting and electronic health record management.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain mechanisms and elements used in the collection and maintenance of health data in data management.
    2. Identify and use secondary data presentations.
    3. Validate the reliability and use of secondary data sources.
    4. Explain usability and accessibility of health information by patients, including current trends and future challenges.
    5. Explain current trends and future challenges in health information exchange.
    6. Summarize a collection methodology for data to guide strategic and organizational management.
    7. Apply knowledge of database architecture and design.
    8. Apply policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of health data.
    9. Apply system security policies according to departmental and organizational data/information standards.
    10. Apply policies and procedures surrounding issues of access and disclosure of protected health information.
    11. Utilize software in the completion of HIM processes.
    12. Explain policies and procedures of networks, including intranet and Internet to facilitate clinical and administrative application.
    13. Explain the process used in the selection and implementation of health information management systems.

Machine Tool Technology

  
  • UMAC 060C - Basic Machine Operation


    Basic knowledge and skills of machine safety and operation to prepare for entry and success in an apprenticeship program. Includes tool safety, materials, process planning and measurement. Also includes bench and hand tools, power saws, drill press and abrasive machine.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Explain industry recognized apprenticeship.
    2. Demonstrate an understanding of basic machine shop safety.
    3. Calculate correct speeds and feeds for machines.

    Outline:
    • Apprenticeship
      • Purpose
      • Registered apprenticeship
      • Types of machine shops
    • Safety
      • Training
      • Hazards, Reporting, Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
      • Personal Protective Equipment
      • Causes of accidents
    • Machine Operation
      • Materials
      • Process planning
      • Measurement
      • Metal cutting
      • Bench and hand tools
      • Drill press
      • Abrasive machines


  
  • UMAC 100 - Introduction to Machine Tool


    Principles and procedures for basic machine tool operations.  Includes careers in manufacturing, machine tool history, safety, materials, manufacturing process planning, and measurement.  Also includes principles of metal cutting, bench and hand tools, power saws drill presses, and abrasive machine.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1.    Use Micrometers, Depth Mic, and Calipers accurately.
    2.    Demonstrate basic machine shop safety.
    3.    Calculate corect speeds and feeds for machines.
    4.    Pass the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Measurement Materials and Safety certification test.
    5.    Achieve the NC3 Precision Measuring Instruments Certificate.
    Outline:
    I.    Careers in Manufacturing
    a. Trade opportunities
    b. Types of machine shops

    II.    Machine Tool History
    a. Evolution and the industrial revolution
    b. Types and applications

    III.    Safety
    a. General safety guidelines
    b. Personal protective equipment (PPE)
    c. Safety data sheets (SDS)
    d. Hazardous Material Information Systems (HMIS)
    e. Causes of accidents
     
    IV.    Materials
    a. Manufacture of iron and steel.
    b. Metals, their properties, identification.

    V.    Manufacturing Process Planning
    a. Technical drawings and prints
    b. Orthographic projections
    c. Title block and block tolerances
    d. Surface finish requirements
    e. Introduction to geometric dimensioning and tolerance
    f. Classes of fits
    g.  ANSI Standard Fit Symbols
    h. Machine procedures
    i. Speeds and feeds
    i. Calculate for lathes
    ii. Calculate for mills

    VI.    Measurement
    a. Measurement systems
    b. Micrometers
    c. Vernier calipers
    d. Inspection tools
    e. Reading steel rules
    f. Gage block assembly

    VII.    Principles of Metal Cutting
    a. Reading chips
    b. Cutting fluid

    VIII.    Bench and Hand tools
    a. Typical shop hand tools
    b. Cutting hand tools

    IX.    Power Saws
    a. Cut-off saws
    b. Contouring saws

    X.    Drill Presses
    a. Types of drill presses
    b. Twist drills
    c. Producing and finishing holes

    XI.    Abrasive Machines
    a. Bench and pedestal grinders
    b. Abrasive belt machines



  
  • UMAC 150 - Introduction to Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operations


    Introduction to setup, operations, and programming procedures for Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mills and Lathes. Includes CNC machining system, positioning and coordinate systems used in CNC machining, part programming, diagnosis and correction of programming errors, and programming procedure. 

    Prerequisite(s): UMAC 100 Introduction to Machine Tool

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe tool changers, tool storage, tool offsets, special tooling and fixturing.
    2. Demonstrate the construction of a basic part program.
    3. Pass the NIMS CNC Lathe Operations credential.
    4. Demonstrate machine setup, tool setting, loading of the program, and machine of the part.
    5. Pass the NIMS CNC Mill Operations credential.

    Outline:
    • Numerical Control (NC) and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining Systems
      • Introduction and safety procedures
      • Description of NC/CNC machinery
      • Objectives and application of NC/CNC
      • Components and control systems
      • Tool changers, tool storage, and special tooling/fixturing
    • Positioning and Coordinate Systems used in NC/CNC Programming
      • Review the Cartesian coordinate system
      • Description and use of datum and delta dimensioning
      • Description and use of absolute and incremental positioning
      • Plotting part coordinates
      • Plotting cutter offsets
      • Selecting order of operations needed for programming
      • Developing a program  
      • Importance of program documentation
    • Part Programming
      • Point to point programming
      • Program formatting
      • Description and use of Canned Cycles
      • Trigonometry used in plotting intersections and tangent points
        • Plotting arc positions
        • Plotting angle positions
        • Plotting cutter offsets
      • Arc programming
      • Angular programming
    • Diagnosis and Correction of Programming Errors
      • Operator error
      • Dimensional error
        • Machine error
      • Programming error
    • Machine Usage Procedures
      • Set zero coordinates/tool length offset
      • Load and edit program in machine
      • Adjust speed and feeds
      • Program Prove In
      • Cutting tool setup


Management

  
  • UMGT 122 - Supervision Skills Development


    Practical management and leadership techniques including workplace communication, team development, coaching and mentoring, performance management, employment law, problem solving and decision making. Also includes culture, values, roles and responsibilities, delegation, goal setting, feedback, reward systems, programmed and non-programmed decisions, and ethics.

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    Outline:
    • Communication at Work
      • Communication Styles
      • Behavioral and Verbal Communication Clues
      • Listening
    • Management
      • Management Principles
      • Supervisor Functions
      • Leading and Managing
    • Team Development
      • Team Dynamics
      • Managing Within An Organization Structure
      • Delegation
      • Planning
      • Goals
      • Motivation
    • Coaching and Mentoring
      • Organization Behavior
      • Group Dynamics
      • Diversity
      • Coaching
      • Mentoring
    • Performance Management
      • Onboarding/Orientation to the Job
      • Setting and Communicating Expectations
      • Feedback
      • Difficult Conversations
      • Reward Systems
      • Performance Improvement
    • Employment Law
      • Record Keeping and Documentation
      • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
      • Title VII, Civil Rights Act
      • Americans with Disabilities Act
      • Sexual Harassment
      • Harassing Behavior
    • Problem Solving and Decision Making
      • Vision and Culture
      • Fostering Creativity
      • Critical Thinking
      • Problem Analysis and Generating Alternatives
      • Implementing a Solution
      • Decision Making Process
      • Team Decisions
      • Crisis Decision Making
    • Execution
      • Ethics
      • Supervisor Duty
      • Management Functions
      • Management Themes


  
  • UMGT 125 - Leadership


    Practical tools to create an environment of goal achievement and team development. Includes motivational theory, group dynamics, personal strengths, goal setting and change management. Also includes expectation management, collaboration, factors that undermine engagement.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify personal strengths.
    2. Evaluate factors that undermine employee motivation and engagement.
    3. Diagnose team skill sets and develop a plan to build synergy and collaboration.
    4. Determine team expectations and goals.
    5. Facilitate team development.
    6. Explore the critical aspects of change.
    Outline:
    • Define leadership
      • Ineffective position power and effective legitimate power.
      • Motivating a high performing team
    • Assess and Build Team Performance
      • Use StrengthsFinder to identify strengths
      • Effective and ineffective use of strengths
      • Four domains of team strength
      • Individual contribution to team strength
    • Strategic Communication
      • Identify consequences of influence that negatively impacts performance
      • Tools to reverse negative expectancy cycles and create positive cycles
      • Influence team behavior
      • Skillful negotiation
    • Planning and Timely, Informed Decisions
      • Organization mission, values and objectives
      • Decision making models
      • Innovation
      • Executing the plan
    • Adapting to and Leading Change
      • Disruption and organization response
      • Credibility through practice and follow through
      • Effective coaching
      • Develop resiliency


Medical Laboratory Technician

  
  • ULAB 101A - Core General Clinical Lab Technician


    Testing utilized in Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation (Hemostasis), Urinalysis, and Body Fluids (BF) to prepare non-clinical bachelor’s degree students or graduates to begin a career in the clinical laboratory. Modality:  Online lectures, D2L quizzes and in person comprehensive final exam.  Topics include diagnostic value and interpretation of complete blood count (CBC), white blood cell (WBC) differentials, PT/INR and PTT, routine urinalysis, BF cell counts and differentials, basic chemistry panels, instrument calibration, linearities, quality control (QC), and Westgard rules.

    Prerequisite(s): Bachelor of Science with 30 credits of chemistry or biology

      



    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Discuss the diagnostic value, normal range and interpretation of CBC with identification of different white blood cells, a PT/INR and PTT, routine urinalysis (UA) with microscopic, body fluid cell count and WBC differential, and basic chemistry profiles including comprehensive, renal, liver, thyroid, lipid, diabetes, and cardiac.
    2. Discuss the difference and necessity of calibration, linearities, QC and Westgard rules. 
    3. Identify common interferences that can affect results for testing in the clinical laboratory.

    Outline:
    • CBC and WBC differentials – interpretation, performance and disease states that affect the results.
    • PT/INR, PTT – Disease states and medication that will affect the results.
    • UA with microscopic – interpretation, performance, confirmatory testing, and disease states that affect results
    • BF and WBC differential – Types of body fluids – Purpose of the hemocytometer and cytospin
    • Chemistry profiles, diagnostics, correlation, and interpretation
    • Chemistry Instrumentation, methodologies, and middleware
    • Dilutions, calibrators, controls, and linearities
    • Levey-Jennings graphs, Westgard rules, standard deviations and basic laboratory calculations
    • Sample requirements and acceptability
    • Review and comprehensive final exam – F2F class


  
  • ULAB 101B - Core General Laboratory Technician Part 2


    Application of basic skills used for the core (general) clinical lab.  Testing utilized in Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation (Hemostasis), Urinalysis, and Body Fluids (BF) to prepare non-clinical bachelor’s degree students or graduates to begin a career in the clinical laboratory. Modality:  In person hands-on practice performing testing including complete blood count (CBC), white blood cell (WBC) differentials, PT/INR and PTT, routine urinalysis, BF cell counts and differentials, basic chemistry panels, instrument calibration, linearities, quality control (QC), Levey-Jennings graphs and Westgard rules, and performing pipetting and dilutions.  Course will include review of diagnostic value and interpretation of results.

    Prerequisite(s): ULAB 101A and Bachelor of Science with 30 credits of chemistry or biology

     



    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform CBC with identification of different white blood cells, a PT/INR and PTT, routine urinalysis (UA) with microscopic, body fluid cell count and WBC differential, and basic chemistry profiles including comprehensive, renal, liver, thyroid, lipid, diabetes, and cardiac.
    2. Review the diagnostic value, normal ranges and interpretation of all performed tests.
    3. Perform method calibration, linearities, QC and Westgard rules. 
    4. Interpret interferences that affect results in presented case studies

    Outline:
    • Perform and interpret CBC and WBC differentials
    • Perform and interpret PT/INR, PTT
    • Perform and interpret UA with microscopic, including certain confirmatory tests 
    • Perform BF and WBC differential on different body fluids using a hemocytometer and cytospin
    • Perform a variety of chemistry tests
      • Freezing Point Osmometer
      • Pointe 180 Spectrophotometer
      • Hemoglobin A1C Analyzer
    • Perform dilutions (titers, compound), calibrations, linearities, and run / evaluate controls
    • Calculate standard deviations, interpret and evaluate Levey-Jennings graphs, apply Westgard rules
    • Perform basic laboratory calculations and other lab operations
    • Correlate lab results across chemistry, urinalysis, and hematology/hemostasis utilizing case study format
    • Comprehensive Final Practical Exam


  
  • ULAB 105A - Immunohematology Part A


    Introduction of basic immunohematology testing utilized in the blood bank and transfusion departments to prepare non-clinical bachelor’s degree students or graduates to begin a career in the clinical laboratory. Includes antibody/ antigen characteristics and reactions, genetics, complement, ABO/Rh typing, antiglobulin testing, unexpected antibody detection and identification, blood components (RBC, FFP, Plts, cryo), pre-transfusion compatibility testing, investigation of adverse effects of transfusions, and quality control.

    Prerequisite(s): Bachelor of Science with 30 credits of chemistry or biology

     

     



    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Define and distinguish the immune processes as they relate to immunohematology and the characteristics of antigens and antibodies of the ABO, Rh, and other blood group systems and the associated nomenclature.
    2. Use critical thinking to learn the process for detection and identification of unexpected antibodies using antiglobulin testing.
    3. Explain the use and function of different blood products for transfusion including required pre-transfusion testing and post-transfusion workup of adverse events
    4. Understand quality assurance and the required quality control for regulatory compliance in the blood bank.

    Outline:
    • Principles of Immunology, Complement, Genetics and Serological Testing in Immunohematology
    • Basics of ABO and Rh Blood Group System
    • Indirect Antiglobulin Testing (IAT) using tube, gel and solid phase methods
    • Process for detection and Identification of Unexpected Antibodies
    • Discussion of Blood Components including function and preparation for transfusion
    • Pre-Transfusion Compatibility Testing
    • Adverse Effects of Blood Transfusion / Investigation of the Positive Direct Antiglobulin Test (DAT) 
    • Principle and Application of Quality Assurance Procedures and Policies
    • Review and comprehensive final exam


  
  • ULAB 105B - Immunohematology Part 2 Laboratory


    Experience in performing ABO/Rh typing, antibody screens for detection of unexpected antibodies, antibody identification, antiglobulin testing using tube, gel and solid phase methods, blood product selection and preparation, compatibility testing, and quality control.  Also includes routine testing and more complicated situations requiring additional testing to resolve unexpected results such as finding compatible units and adverse effects of blood transfusions.  Quality assurance requirements for the blood bank will be reviewed.  Students will perform qualify control (QC) on subject.

    Prerequisite(s): ULAB 105A and Bachelor of Science with 30 credits of chemistry or biology

     



    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Perform ABO, Rh, and other blood group typing  on blood samples.
    2. Detect and identify unexpected antibodies using antiglobulin testing.
    3. Prepare different blood products for transfusion including required pre-transfusion testing and post-transfusion workup of adverse events
    4. Review qualify assurance and perform quality control for regulatory compliance in the blood bank.

    Outline:
    • Review the principles of Immunology, complement, genetics and serological testing in Immunohematology.
    • Perform ABO and Rh typing.
    • Perform antibody (Ab) screens using the Indirect Antiglobulin Testing (IAT) using tube, gel and solid phase methods.
    • Perform Ab detection and Identification of Unexpected Antibodies
    • Become familiar with different blood products including Red Cells, Platelets, Fresh Frozen Plasma and Cryoprecipitate
    • Perform Pre-Transfusion Compatibility Testing of RBC units including phenotyping, as needed.
    • Perform an Adverse Effects of Blood Transfusion / Investigation work up using the Direct Antiglobulin Test (DAT) 
    • Apply knowledge of Quality Assurance Procedures and Policies for review of products and performing QC
    • Perform a complete workup on an unknown sample:  ABO/Rh, Ab screen, Ab ID, Ag typing, compatibility testing.


  
  • ULAB 110A - Clinical Microbiology Part 1


    Three-week hybrid course introducing basic testing utilized in the microbiology and susceptibility lab departments to prepare non-clinical bachelor’s degree students or graduates to begin a career in the clinical laboratory.  Topics include use of sterile technique, basic culture set-up and organism identification for common cultures seen in the clinical microbiology laboratory including urine, stool, wound, tissue, respiratory, CSF, and blood cultures, introductory concepts in mycology and parasitology, molecular methodologies, and quality control.

    Prerequisite(s): Bachelor of Science with 30 credits of chemistry or biology

     

     



    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe proper culture set-up for microbiology testing including media used, plating techniques, and proper incubation.
    2. Use critical thinking to properly identify common organisms encountered in the clinical microbiology laboratory through results from Gram stain reactions, morphology, biochemical reactions, and automated methodologies.
    3. Explain the difference between normal flora, opportunistic organisms, and true pathogens. Make a clear determination of the acceptability of a culture and whether it is contaminated with normal flora. 
    4. Understand the importance of sterile technique in required quality control the microbiology lab.

    Outline:
    • Proper specimen collection, use of sterile technique, common media, basic culture set-up, incubation and workflow in the microbiology lab, brief overview of antimicrobial agents.
    • Overview of common organisms: normal flora, opportunistic organisms, true pathogens. Gram staining, and examination of direct clinical smears.
    • Urine and stool cultures: media, plating, colony counts, organism identification, reporting results. Quality control in the microbiology lab.
    • Wound and tissue cultures: media, plating, organism identification, reporting results. Polymicrobial and anaerobic cultures.
    • Respiratory and CSF cultures: media, plating, organism identification, reporting results.
    • Blood cultures: methodologies, organism identification, determining contamination. Molecular methods in the microbiology lab.
    • Mycology: overview of common organisms and identification methods.
    • Parasitology: overview of common organism and identification methods. 
    • Review and comprehensive final exam


  
  • ULAB 110B - Clinical Microbology Part 2 Laboratory


    Perform the basic microbiology testing  of concepts taught in 110A.   Perform simulated cultures for urine, wound, and respiratory and/or throat samples. Demonstrate proper sterile technique in all work in the microbiology laboratory, prepare and interpret Gram stained slides, determine the acceptability of a culture specimen, and perform and document quality control in the clinical microbiology laboratory.

    Prerequisite(s): ULAB 110A and Bachelor of Science with 30 credits of chemistry or biology.

     



    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate and effectively implement sterile technique in all aspects of work in the clinical microbiology laboratory.
    2. Set up cultures for evaluation using appropriate media and streaking techniques.
    3. Properly prepare and evaluate Gram stained slides from both pure culture and clinical specimens.
    4. Identify clinically significant microbial specimens from pure and mixed cultures using staining techniques, morphology, and biochemical reactions.
    5. Accurately determine the presence of clinically significant organisms in a mixed culture. 
    6. Document and perform quality control in the clinical microbiology laboratory.

    Outline:
    • Review the importance of proper sterile technique in the clinical microbiology lab.
      • Practice streaking plates for isolated colonies.
      • Prepare and Gram stained slides for evaluation.
      • Set up plates for urine culture evaluation.
    • Evaluate Gram stained slides from pure cultures and clinical specimens.
      • Evaluate streaked plates for proper isolation of colonies.
      • Perform urine culture workup and identification.
      • Set up plates for simulated polymicrobial/wound culture workup.
    • Isolate and subculture individual organisms from the simulated wound culture setup.
      • Review molecular methodologies for organism identification and sensitivity testing.
      • Review of antimicrobial agents and sensitivity testing.
    • Complete organism identification from wound culture simulation using:
      • Gram stain reaction, morphology, and biochemical reactions.
      • Set up plates for respiratory culture simulation.
    • Complete organism identification from respiratory culture setup.
      • Perform throat swabs using rapid strep kits
      • Perform and document QC for testing kits.
    • Perform lactophenol cotton blue stains of mold specimens
      • Tease mounts and scotch tape mounts.
      • Properly identify the unknown mold to genus level based on basic morphology.
    • Review parasitology slide preparations. Identify an unknown organism based on morphology.
    • Review of bacteriology techniques in preparation for final unknown.
      • Set up plates, and make initial observations for culture and identification of final unknown organism.
      • Complete identification of unknown organism using techniques covered in the laboratory course.


  
  • UPHB 175 - Phlebotomy Refresher for Healthcare Providers


    Refresher for practioners and clinicians who have previously completed phlebotomy training. Review of the theory and practice of basic phlebotomy techniques and procedures. Includes basic phlebotomy terminology and anatomy, blood collection procedures and required permissions, use of straight needle, butterfly needles and alternative vein collection.  Also includes discussion on puncture technique, problem solving to increase confidence.

     

    Information: Before enrolling students should have practical career experience in blood collection.  Basic phlebotomy knowledge will be tested through an online course prior to practical blood draw experience in the lab.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate good specimen collection technique, appropriate equipment and safety practices for blood draw in clinical settings with wide range of patients.
    2. Demonstrate knowledge in anatomy, phlebotomy medical terminology, equipment, and regulations.
    3. Demonstrate legal, ethical, and critical thinking practices through the application of appropriate procedures, documentation, and behaviors.

  
  • UPHB 180 - Phlebotomy for Law Enforcement


    Theory and practice of the recommended performance standards for Arizona Law Enforcement Phlebotomy trained phlebotomists for the purpose of maintaining a uniform approach in the execution of blood draws. Includes phlebotomy, anatomy, terminology, consent, Clinical and Laboratory Standards (CLSI), venipuncture guidelines to include needles, evacuated tube system, law enforcement blood draw purposes, rights, responsibilities, documentation, reporting procedures, legal, and ethical practices.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe importance of proper specimen collection and overall client/patient care including HIPAA regulations.
    2. Describe and apply quality assurance standards for phlebotomy, including OSHA regulations and lab safety
    3. Explain the use of medical terms and codes related to phlebotomy and law enforcement
    4. Identify the anatomy and physiology of the hand, arm, and vascular system.
    5. Demonstrate appropriate use of venipuncture equipment for obtaining blood specimens
    6. Demonstrate required scope of practice through communication, documentation, and behavior.

    Outline:
    • Phlebotomy Instruction
      • Introduction to law enforcement phlebotomy
        • Classroom expectations
          • Attendance and participation
          • Handwashing
          • Gloves, PPE
          • Sanitizing workstation
        • Lab safety
          • OSHA guidelines
          • Standard precautions
          • BBP, infection control
          • Sharps and biohazard disposal
      • Basics of the phlebotomy process
        • Anatomy, and Physiology
          • Arm
          • Hand
          • Vascular System
        • Medical Terminology – Common abbreviations / acronyms
        • Basic venipuncture equipment - demonstration
          • Tourniquet
          • Cleaning agents
          • Evacuated tube system (ETS)
            • Needle and Holder
            • Vacutainer Tubes
          • Winged infusion system (butterfly)
          • Syringe and transfer devices
      • Collection of blood sample
        • Identification of subject – Details will be discussed in legal section
        • Identifying puncture site
          • Application of tourniquet
          • Acceptable areas for performing puncture
          • Palpation of vein
          • Positioning of subject for blood draw
        • Cleansing puncture area
          • Acceptable cleaning agents
          • 2017 CLSA standards for cleansing area
            • Circular target (concentric) cleansing
            • Back and forth friction cleansing
          • Allow site to air dry
        • Collection equipment – Hands on practice
          • Evacuated tube system (ETS)
            • Vacutainer (straight) needle and holder
            • Required tubes – Na fluoride + K oxalate
            • Verification of lot #s and expiration dates
          • Winged infusion set (butterfly)
          • Syringe adapters / blood transfer devices
      • Post collection processes
        • Subject evaluation and care
        • Sharps disposal
        • Labeling specimens
        • Documentation and dept specific reports
        • Storage and transport of sample
        • Chain of custody
      • Complications during the collection process
        • Restricted vascular access and problem sites
        • Contamination
        • Special needs subjects
        • Subject behaviors
      • Patient/Client Care
        • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
        • Medical history collection
        • Positioning of subject
        • Subject assessment
        • Complications during the procedure
        • After-procedure care
        • Post procedure evaluation
      • Professionalism
        • Communication
        • Documentation
    • Legal Instruction
      • Forensic specific draw considerations
        • Standards and indicators for law enforcement blood draws
        • Subject identification and pre-draw authorization and consent 
        • Equipment examination for lot number and expiration dates
        • Required identifiers on the sample and report
        • Role of law enforcement compared to other settings
      • Blood Evidence Submission
        • Regulatory Agencies
          • Federal
          • State
          • Local
        • Blood draw report - Agency-specific forms
        • Required storage for samples
        • Chain of custody - required documentation
      • Courtroom Testimony
        • GOHS and Pima County Attorney’s office
        • Purpose of both tube additives (Na+ Fluoride and K+ Oxalate)
        • Examination of tubes, purpose of glass vs. plastic tubes
        • Relevant Case Law
        • Statutory Guidelines
      • Miscellaneous Situations and Concerns
        • Failure to obtain specimen
        • Special needs subjects
          • Refused consent
          • Role of admin per se
          • Requesting a search warrant
          • Procedure for forcible blood draws and combative arrestees
        • Restricted vascular access and problem sites
        • Legal rights of the subject
      • Proficiency and continuing education
        • Required number of successful blood draws
        • Phlebotomy skills refresher requirements


  
  • UPHB 185 - Phlebotomy for Law Enforcement Refresher


    Refresher for law enforcement who have previously completed phlebotomy training. Review of the theory and practice of basic phlebotomy techniques and procedures specific for use in law enforcement. Includes basic phlebotomy terminology and anatomy, blood collection procedures and required permissions, point of collection in the field, use of straight needle and butterfly needles, tube and field collection equipment, purpose of collection by law enforcement, rights andresponsibilities by law enforcement and subject, documentation and reporting, legal and ethical practices.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate good specimen collection technique, appropriate equipment and safety practices used by law enforcement for blood draw in the field.
    2. Demonstrate knowledge in legal practices, knowledge in anatomy, medical terminology, equipment, and regulations.
    3. Demonstrate legal, ethical, and critical thinking practices through the application of appropriate legal procedures, documentation, and behaviors.

    Outline:
    • Phlebotomy Skills Review
      • Updates to general rules, guidelines and standards
        • HIPAA general rules
        • OSHA guidelines
        • Applicable CLSI venipuncture standards
      • Pre-collection skills and requirements
        • Common medical terms
        • Basic anatomy of the circulatory system of the arm and hand
        • PPE and Infection control
        • Identification of subject
        • Pre-draw authorization and subject consent
        • Collection of medical history
        • Positioning subject for blood draw
      • Collection of blood sample
        • Identifying puncture site
          • Application of tourniquet
          • Acceptable areas for performing puncture
          • Palpation of vein
          • Positioning of subject for blood draw
        • Cleansing puncture area
          • Acceptable cleaning agents
          • 2017 CLSA standards for cleansing area
            • Circular target (concentric) cleansing
            • Back and forth friction cleansing
          • Allow site to air dry
        • Collection equipment
          • Evacuated tube system (ETS)
            • Vacutainer (straight) needle and holder
            • Required tubes – Na fluoride + K oxalate
            • Verification of lot #s and expiration dates
          • Winged infusion set (butterfly)
          • Syringe adapters / blood transfer devices
      • Post collection processes
        • Subject evaluation and care
        • Sharps disposal
        • Labeling specimens
        • Documentation and dept specific reports
        • Storage and transport of sample
        • Chain of custody
      • Complications during the collection process
        • Restricted vascular access and problem sites
        • Contamination
        • Special needs subjects
        • Subject behaviors
      • Proficiency and continuing education
        • Demonstration of ETS, butterfly and syringe sample transfer
        • One successful live venipuncture per officer
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    • Legal Instruction
      • Forensic specific draw considerations
        • Standards and indicators for law enforcement blood draws
        • Subject identification and pre-draw authorization and consent 
        • Equipment examination for lot number and expiration dates
        • Required identifiers on the sample and report
        • Role of law enforcement compared to other settings
      • Blood Evidence Submission
        • Regulatory Agencies
          • Federal
          • State
          • Local
        • Blood draw report - Agency-specific forms
        • Required storage for samples
        • Chain of custody - required documentation
      • Courtroom Testimony
        • GOHS and Pima County Attorney’s office
        • Purpose of both tube additives (Na+ Fluoride and K+ Oxalate)
        • Examination of tubes, purpose of glass vs. plastic tubes
        • Relevant Case Law
        • Statutory Guidelines
      • Miscellaneous Situations and Concerns
        • Failure to obtain specimen
        • Special needs subjects
          • Refused consent
          • Role of admin per se
          • Requesting a search warrant
          • Procedure for forcible blood draws and combative arrestees
        • Restricted vascular access and problem sites
        • Legal rights of the subject


Nursing

  
  • UNRS 103 - Community Health Worker


    Essential skills needed to become a community health worker. Integration of the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the individual, family and community, while providing the science, philosophical foundation, and basic noninvasive technical skill.  Includes both individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through outreach, individual and group education, coaching, social support, advocacy and networking.

     

    Prerequisite(s): High school graduate or equivalency

    Corequisite(s): Be willing to complete background check, fingerprint clearance card, drug/alcohol screening, current immunization record and TB test before apprenticeship.

     

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Describe community health workers roles, competencies and standards.
    2. Analyze health issues from biomedical and public health perspective.
    3. Demonstrate effective communication, cultural humility principles to work with diverse populations.
    4. Research, develop and evaluate a group health education presentation.
    5. Evaluate health care resources and community systems.
    6. Demonstrate nonclinical health assessment and skills.
    7. Practice professional conduct skills.

    Outline:
    • National and State Competencies and Standards.
      • Literacy
      • Language
      • Education
      • Cultural experience.
    • Social determinants of health
      • Issues and inequalities
      • Social determinants of health
        • i. Biomedical
        • ii. Public health
    • Service Coordination and Referral Management
      • Resources
      • Community systems
      • Eligibility
      • Access to service
    • Policy Development
      • Needs Assessment
      • Evidence based knowledge
      • Advocacy
      • Methods of measurement
    • Nonclinical health assessment
    • Professional Conduct
      • Self-care
      • Ethics
      • Legal standards
      • Time management
      • Certification


Paralegal

  
  • UPAR 111 - Trial Advocacy


    Principles and simulated experience that demonstrates and develops fundamental skills associated with conducting court civil and criminal hearings and trials, administrative hearings, mediation and arbitration, and settlement and plea negotiation.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate fundamental skills to effect civil settlements and plea negotiations; conduct hearings and trials, and perform interviews of clients and witnesses.
    2. Demonstrate fundamental skills to represent clients in criminal, administrative, and civil courts; mediation and arbitration hearings.

Radiologic Technology

  
  • URAD 150 - IV Fundamentals for Radiology


    Fundamentals of patient vital signs, screening, IV site selection and insertion, contrast reactions and other topics.  Also includes practice on Advanced IV insertion arm.  Lecture content includes patient vital signs, screening, IV site selection and insertion, contrast reactions, and other topics. The skill portion will include practice on an Advanced IV insertion arm.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1.   Identify infusion-related complications, causes and appropriate treatment.

    2.   Identify methods of infection control related to IV therapy.

    3.   Demonstrate IV insertion, catheter removal, and Infusion related procedures.

    4.   Review anatomy and physiology of the vessels used for the administration of contrast media.

    5.   List the appropriate steps in establishing an IV infusion.

    6.   List the standard components of an anti-anaphylaxis tray.

    7.   List appropriate treatments of contrast media reactions.


    Outline:
    • Anatomy and physiology of the arm
    • Infusion related complications
      • Causes
      • Infection control
      • Components of an anti-anaphylaxis tray
      • Appropriate treatments
    • Establishing an IV infusion
      • IV insertion
      • Catheter removal
      • Infusion related procedures


Truck Driver Training

  
  • UTDR 200 - Hazardous Materials for CDL


    Hazardous Materials Endorsement (H) is required for CDL drivers interested in transporting hazardous materials.  This course, as mandated by the FMCSA includes hazardous materials (HM) requirements, loading and unloading HM, tunnels and railroad highway crossing requirements, bulk packaging and route planning.  Also includes emergency response procedures and equipment, reporting, fueling.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Pass the entry level driver training for hazardous materials endorsement.
    2. Describe the proper method for operation and carrying hazardous materials
    3. Describe the proper emergency equipment and response procedures
    4. Identify route restrictions and bulk packaging.
    5. Explain routes and route planning.

    Outline:
    1. Hazardous materials (HM) operational requirements
    2. Reporting HM crashes and releases
    3. Tunnels and Railroad (RR) crossing requirements
    4. Loading and unloading HM
    5. Bulk packages
    6. Emergency response procedures and emergency equipment
    7. Fueling
    8. Routes and route planning


Workforce and Continuing Education

  
  • UPHI 145 - Oral Communication


    Using both verbal and nonverbal communications, students will speak with clarity and precision.  Includes tone inflection, word choice for formal and informal settings.  Also includes active listening, storytelling techniques and recognizing nonverbal cues.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Use appropriate tone and word choice to speak with clarity and precision.
    2. Listen actively.
    3. Use stories to express ideas.
    4. Taylor messaging to various audiences.
    5. Ask clarifying questions and demonstrate paraphrase.

    Outline:
    • Speak with clarity and precision.
      • Taylor message to audience.
      • Use accurate details in messaging.
      • Succinct and clear communication.
    • Listen Actively
      • Clarifying questions, body language.
      • Active listening techniques
    • Tone and Word Choice
      • Avoid negativity
      • Respect and rapport
    • Stories to Express Ideas


  
  • UPHI 149 - Critical Thinking


    Critical thinking includes the disciplined process to actively reason logically to evaluate information. Effective critical thinkers exhibit four core sub-competencies; gather and assess relevant information; identify patterns; question assumptions; and draw reasoned conclusions. 

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Distinguish facts from opinions and assertions.
    2. Recognize the role of purpose and bias in presenting a position. 
    3. Frame novel problems in familiar terms.
    4. Answer in depth questions about data.
    5. Recognize commonalities among seemingly unrelated situations.
    6. Identify assumptions embedded in statements.
    7. Identify unstated assumptions in speech, op ed, or blog post.
    8. Explain approach for determining if assumptions are true.
    9. Use logic and reasoning to evaluate arguments, form judgements, and make recommendations.

    Outline:
    • Gather and Assess Relevant Information
      • Learn: Individuals who can gather and assess relevant information add value to the 21st century workplace by grounding problem-solving in facts and analysis rather than opinions and assertions.
      • Practice + Contribute: News reports and Op-ed articles are an excellent opportunity to practice critical thinking skills. You will choose a topic then read, annotate, and reflect on these two types of news.
      • Assess: Demonstrate your capacity to gather and assess relevant information by grounding problem-solving in facts + analysis rather than opinions + assertions.
      • Reflect
    • Identify Patterns
      • Learn: Individuals who can identify patterns add value in the 21st century workplace by answering in-depth questions about data; recognizing commonalities among seemingly unrelated situations; and framing novel problems in familiar terms.
      • Practice + Contribute:
        • Activity 1: Describe patterns between data sets;
        • Activity 2: Generate 30 circles.
      • Assess:  Being able to recognize patterns enables you to make sense of the world; to interpret data;recognize commonalities among seemingly unrelated situations; and frame novel problems in familiar terms.
      • Reflect
    • Question Assumptions:
      • Learn: Individuals who can question assumptions add value in the 21st century workplace by resisting easy answers;probing more deeply; and improving the problem-solving process.
      • Practice + Contribute: Analyze sources of information for potential assumptions and articulate those assumptions.    
      • Being able to recognize and question assumptions is key to becoming a more active, critical thinker. Virtually everything we hear and read rests on a host of assumptions, most of them hidden. Once you can identify them, you are in a good position to determine whether or not they are valid.
      • Reflect
    • Draw Conclusions
      • Learn: Individuals who can draw conclusions add value in the 21st century workplace by using logic and reasoning to evaluate arguments, form judgments, and make recommendations.
      • Practice + Contribute: Determine and articulate what your stance is on a topic of debate.
      • Assess: Everywhere we look, we are bombarded by marketing messages and a plethora of possible choices. Becoming a thoughtful consumer requires both the ability and the willingness to scrutinize the evidence and use our powers of logic and reasoning to evaluate it – and to draw conclusions based on multiple sources of information. Sometimes what is not said explicitly is even more important than what is said directly.
      • Reflect
    • Critical Thinking Auto Assessment


  
  • UPHI 150 - Intercultural Fluency


    Intercultural fluency in the 21st century includes the capacity to operate and communicate in different cultural contexts. Includes recognition and challenging cultural biases, affective openness, self-awareness to manage anxiety and group effectiveness by incorporation of diverse perspectives.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Evaluate cultural biases.
    2. Demonstrate cognitive and affective openness in change and difference.
    3. Evaluate own performance, motivations and manage anxiety when cultural context is changed.
    4. Challenge thinking, develop group effectiveness.

    Outline:
    • Evaluate cultural biases
      • Assess self-perspective
      • Examine organizational climate
      • Reflect
    • Counteracting Unconscious Bias
      • Identify patterns
      • Process of interaction with people demographically dissimilar
      • Decision making, leveraging potential among employees
    • Performance, Motivations and Inclusion
      • Compliance to strategic level impact
      • Examine diversity in context of teams and leaders
      • Identify sources of inclusion, engagement and business results
    • Improving Engagement  and Group Effectiveness
      • Social connections and team performance
      • Openness to learning, agility and decision making
      • Behaviors and skills to demonstrate and shape organizational climate


  
  • UPHI 151 - Creative Problem Solving


    Creative problem solving includes the capacity to resolve a problem using new methods, rigorously apply an evaluative process to ideas and look at ideas from different perspectives.  Four competencies to identify patterns, manage ambiguity, draw conclusions and exercise convergent/divergent thinking are also included.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Generate unique ideas rapidly.
    2. Apply an evaluative process to ideas.
    3. Consider ideas from different perspectives.
    4. Make decisions based on information available.
    5. Use the four competencies for exercise convergent/divergent thinking, identify patterns, manage ambiguity and draw conclusions.

    Outline:
    • Exercise Divergent and Convergent Thinking
      • Generate unique ides quickly.
      • Rigorously apply an evaluative process to your ideas.
      • Look at ideas from different perspectives.
    • Iterative Process
      • Identify strategies to systemically test your ideas.
      • Leverage knowledge and experience from those outside your discipline to develop idea.
    • Identify Patterns
      • Make sense of unrelated data sets with multiple variables.
      • Validate and assess clustering techniques.
      • Recognize trends in the context of research/learning.
    • Manage ambiguity
      • Make decisions based on information available.
      • Identify strategies to cope with uncertainty and risk.


  
  • USTU 100 - College Success and Career Planning


    Theoretical models of cognition, motivation, and human development serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of academic and career development strategies. Includes an introduction to the factors that impact learning, goal persistence, self-efficacy, and communication, which will foster the integration of relevant knowledge and skills. Also includes the use of assessment instruments (e.g., learning and career inventories) to identify students’ strengths and challenges, and the application of skills to their academic and career development processes.

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    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify and apply appropriate learning and behavior management strategies for educational and career goal attainment.
    2. Use strategies and resources to foster career development planning and occupational success.

    Outline:
    • Learning and time management strategies.
    • College and financial resources.
    • Academic and Career Goals
      • Decision-making for direct employment or transfer
      • Level of commitment, motivation, and confidence
      • Diversity in education and work
    • Educational and occupational information, planning transitions