Mar 28, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • A.T. 0100 - Introduction To Automotive

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec & Lab)


    15 weeks This class will provide the students with the theory and hands on experience on live vehicles as a foundation for advanced automotive courses including: Shop Safety, common hand tools, basic shop equipment, basic diagnostic equipment, measuring systems and tools, fasteners, service information, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel assembly service, sell-up theory, basic theory’s and math, common automotive industry terms and industry standards.


    Workplace Skills Training is in direct response to industry needs for students to possess the basic skills indicative of certified professionals. The course design encourages students in developing life skills necessary to locate gainful employment in the automotive industry. Instructional focus includes: seeking and applying for employment, preparing resumes, filling out applications, interviewing techniques, attending to personal appearance and communication skills. Furthermore, emphasis is placed upon the skills required to retain industry employment including: punctuality, regular attendance, following directions, general shop practices, productivity, hourly and flat rate compensation, time clock management, problem solving, employee loyalty and responsibility, employee professionalism and good customer service skills.
     

  
  • A.T. 0103 - Electrical Systems & Hybrid Technology

    3 credits (Hrs: 6 Lec.)
    8 weeks This course covers electrical theory, theory of storage batteries and service, and electrical accessories to include solid state technology.  In addition Hybrid Technology, High Voltage Batteries and Electric AC motors.  All service and repair techniques and safe working habits are taught.

  
  • A.T. 0104 - Electrical Systems & Hybrid Technology (Lab)

    4 credits (Hrs: 17 Lab)
    8 weeks

  
  • A.T. 0107 - Brakes & Re-generation Brake Systems (Lec)

    3 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    7 The students will work on the correct methods of disassembly, assembly and function of the major components of current cars and light truck brakes. Diagnostics and repair of late model Anti-lock brake systems and re-generation as it applies to Electric & Hybrid vehicles are covered in this course. Safety practices are taught throughout this course.

  
  • A.T. 0108 - Brakes Lab Re-generation Brake Systems

    3 credits (Hrs: 20 Lab)
    7 weeks

  
  • A.T. 0112 - Engine Performance & Diesel Engine Performances

    2 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    8 This course covers the fundamentals of fuel system operation, carburetor theory, service and repair including all high tech, closed loop fuel systems. Emission control functions, operations, and repair are taught along with electrical emission control systems. Also the study of a variety of ignition systems as well as point type, solid state, and electronic. Computer controlled systems are presented in great detail.  In light Duty Diesel, (Duramax, Cummins & Powerstroke) Newer systems - High pressure common rail system- includes High pressure pumps, injectors, & electronic controls. Older systems – Fuel systems, high pressure injector pumps & injector inspection and testing and theory of operation, Powerstroke, high pressure oil pump operation, computer control systems & high pressure actuated injectors. Safety practices are taught throughout this course.

  
  • A.T. 0113 - Automotive Gas & Light duty Diesel Engine Performances

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lab)
  
  • A.T. 0117 - Suspension & Steering

    3 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    7 weeks The students will work on the correct methods of disassembly, assembly and function of the major components of current cars and light truck front & rear suspension systems, four wheel computerized alignment is covered in this course. Diagnostics and repair of late model computer controlled suspension & steering systems are also covered.

  
  • A.T. 0118 - Suspension & Steering Lab

    3 credits (Hrs: 20 Lab)
    7 weeks

  
  • A.T. 0916 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    Combines academic work with an approved work experience related to the Automotive degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the avail ability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic require ments for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
  
  • ACTG 098 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    Combines academic work with an approved work experience related to the Business Technology degree programs. Students should consult with an advisor on the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
  
  • ACTG 101 - Accounting Procedures I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course focuses on the complete accounting cycle for both service and merchandising businesses. Recording and processing business transactions, adjusting and closing entries, and preparation of financial statements are presented. ACTG 101 is not equivalent to ACTG 201 .

  
  • ACTG 180 - Payroll Accounting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course develops a basic understanding of the various methods and procedures used to process and record payrolls, prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to state and federal agencies, and process payments as required.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 101 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ACTG 201 - Principles of Financial Accounting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    The two semesters of accounting are designed to provide an overview of all aspects of the accounting process. Emphasizes recording and processing business transactions, closing books and preparing financial statements. Covers individual proprietorships in service and merchandising industries.

    Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ACTG 202 - Principles of Mangerial Accounting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A continuation of ACTG 201 . Emphasizes corporate transactions. Also provides an introduction to taxation, accounting theory and managerial decision making.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 201 . Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ACTG 203 - Accounting Lab

    1 credit
    This course applies the accounting cycle concepts to comprehensive hands-on financial statement cases and/or a practice set. The course also explores career option available to graduates with an accounting degree. This course is designed to be taken concurrently with ACTG 301  (Intermediate Accounting I) but the student may complete Actg 203 prior to enrolling in ACTG 301 . ACTG 201 

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 201  with a grade of C- or better.
  
  • ACTG 205 - Computerized Accounting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course introduces the concepts and components of an automated accounting information system. Students are exposed to several accounting software packages. Computerized accounting practices are designed to give students hands-on experience in entering, editing, and deleting transactions for various applications.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 101 , ACTG 201 , CAPP 131 . Is not equivalent to ACTG 321 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ACTG 211 - Income Tax Fundamentals

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This tax course presents general concepts of the U.S. tax law and the various taxable entities. Tax formulas, filing requirements, components of gross income, and itemized deductions are presented. This course presents the foundation for preparation of various income tax returns and background information for planning and controlling the income tax consequences of future events.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 101 . Is not equivalent to ACTG 401 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ACTG 215 - Foundations of Gov’t & Not for Profit Accounting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of financial reporting and accounting for governmental and nonprofit organizations. The basic accounting cycle as well as some of the more complex transactions that are typical in nonprofit accounting is presented.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 101 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ACTG 301 - Intermediate Accounting I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An in-depth study of the major accounting systems emphasizing revenue recognition, income determination, and asset and liability valuation.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 202 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ACTG 302 - Intermediate Accounting II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A continuation of ACTG 301 . Emphasizes corporate transactions, accounting for bonds and leases, working capital, and the statement of cash flows.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 301 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ACTG 321 - Accounting Information Systems

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
    Explores the primary information flow in modern accounting systems. Students gain hands-on experience with accounting data processing techniques on the personal computer while considering hardware and software decisions and management information requirements. State of the art accounting packages are utilized in practical business applications.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 202 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ACTG 401 - Principles of Federal Taxation - Individuals

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Studies the application of federal income tax laws to individuals, including determination of taxable income, exemptions, deductions and credits,

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 202  or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ACTG 402 - Advanced Income Tax

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A continuation of ACTG 401 . Studies the tax laws as they apply to partnerships, corporations, Subchapter S corporations, estates and trusts.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 401 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ACTG 410 - Cost/Mgmt Accounting I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Studies development, presentation and interpretation of cost information for management; methods of cost data collection and display, cost-volume-profit relationships, standard costs, budgets and capital budgeting.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 202 ; M 142 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ACTG 411 - Auditing I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An overview of auditing and the fundamentals of auditing standards with emphasis on audit reports, professional ethics, legal liability materiality, risk and internal controls. An in-depth analysis of auditing techniques and objectives as related to the examination of financial statements.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 302 , or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ACTG 412 - Auditing II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A continuation of ACTG 411 . An in-depth examination of the audit process with concentration on the major problem areas of auditing, including statistical sampling and auditing of EDP systems.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 411 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ACTG 415 - Governmental & Not for Profit Accounting I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Includes accounting for government units, non-profit organizations, bankruptcies and may include estates and trusts. Please note that ACTG 436  and 415 may be taken in any order.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 302 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ACTG 420 - Cost/Mgmt Acct II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A continuation of ACTG 410 . Covers methods of cost allocation, specific topics in cost measurement and applied mathematics for cost determination, decision models, cost behavior analysis and regression analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 410 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ACTG 427 - Accounting Theory

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A critical analysis of the theoretical foundation of accounting and its application in the development of accounting standards.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 302 . Course offered on demand.
  
  • ACTG 428 - CPA Review

    0 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Comprehensive review of accounting theory, practice and law. Primarily for students preparing to take the uniform CPA examination. All students in ACTG 428 should intend to take the CPA Exam.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 420 , ACTG 302 , ACTG 402 , ACTG 412 , ACTG 436 , ACTG 415 , ACTG 427   or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • ACTG 436 - Advanced Accounting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Emphasizes consolidated financial statements. Other topics include partnerships, multinational accounting, and special topics. Please note that ACTG 436 and ACTG 415  may be taken in any order.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 302  and BFIN 322 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHMA 201 - Medical Assisting Clinical Procedures 1

    (Variable) (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This is a foundation medical assisting course which offers theory and skill development required for assisting a physician with patient care. Included are the following areas: role and practice scope of medical assistants in MT; medical law and ethics; vital sign assessment; HIPPA, medical records and documentation; infection control; patient exams; medication administration and physical therapies.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 201/202  & BIOH 211/212  and Instructor Signature. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHMA 203 - Medical Assisting Clinical Procedures 2

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course builds on skills learned in AHMA 201  and includes body systems and pathophysiology review, and development of skills in the following areas: immunization administration, specimen collection, CLIA waived lab testing, care of lab equipment, spirometry, electrocardiogram, and phlebotomy.

    Prerequisite(s): AHMA 201  AHMA 298 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHMA 298 - Medical Assisting Externship I

    (Variable) (Hrs: 6 Lab)
    This course places students in a medical office setting for guided practical application of medical office skills. At least 80 documented clinical hours and a favorable clinic evaluation are required to successfully complete.

    Corequisite(s): AHMA 201  & Instructor Signature. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHMA 298 - Medical Assisting Externship II

    3 credits (Hrs: 8 Lab)
    Students are placed in medical clinics for guided practical application and advanced skill building. At least 100 documented clinical hours and a favorable clinic evaluation are required to successfully complete.

    Prerequisite(s): AHMA 201  AHMA 298 ; Corequisite(s): AHMA 203 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHMS 102 - Soft Skills the Hlth Professns

    1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
    This course is designed to teach students about the personal values and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in today’s working environment. These “soft skills” play a crucial and increasingly important role in career development.

  
  • AHMS 116 - Basic Medical Records

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will introduce the student to the basics of health information technology. It will explore the broad view of the health care industry to the basic elements of health information technology. Students will learn about the various fields available to them in information technology such as coding, transcription, medical record clerk.

    Course is generally offered spring semester.
  
  • AHMS 144 - Medical Terminology

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Designed to familiarize the student with modern health care terminology and taxonomies. Concepts related to the storage and retrieval of health care information, including provisions for privacy and security are also presented. This is a web-based course delivered via Moodle.

    Course generally offered year round.
  
  • AHMS 175 - Medical Law and Ethics

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    This course will provide students with the opportunity to delve into the development of ethical decision making strategies employed by health care professionals. Several models will be studied to allow for critical analysis of a few of the common conflicts that arise in health care careers. This course is appropriate for any student with an interest in health care.

    Course generally offered year round.
  
  • AHMS 210 - Basic Medical Coding

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Students will learn the differences between the ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding systems. They will learn to apply coding guidelines to procedure and diagnosis coding. They will learn terminology related to the coding systems. Proper documentation will be addressed. They will learn what terms to look for when looking up diagnosis codes and procedures codes. They will learn the significant role that coding plays in the medical field and become proficient with use of the coding books.

    Prerequisite(s): HLTH 0107 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHMS 230 - Medical Office Routines

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Medical offices are fast-paced environments requiring proficiency with a variety of duties specific to the healthcare environment. Many of these duties require skill in using the Microsoft Office Suite of programs. Authentic medical documents will provide the context for learning essential computer tasks performed in the medical office. Students will create a series of projects for a simulated healthcare facility.

    Prerequisite(s): CAPP 131 , TASK 113 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHMS 250 - Advanced Medical Coding

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Students will learn how to read reports and assign codes with the use of the ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding books. They will apply the coding principles and guidelines to assign codes. They will receive hands on training in auditing for correct coding. Exposure to insurance forms and how to track claims.

    Prerequisite(s): AHMS 210 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHMS 252 - Computerized Medical Billing

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course presents computerized accounting as it applies to health care environments. Instruction includes the application of accounting software for hospitals, doctor’s offices, and dentist offices. Medisoft software is used.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHMS 255 - Medical Transcription I

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Course is designed to familiarize users with seven basic medical reports used in a health care facility, related medical terminology, an appropriate format for transcribing the reports, and specialized rules of grammar and punctuation peculiar to dictated medical records.

    Prerequisite(s): TASK 113 , AHMS 144 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 1156 - Introduction to Applied Health Science

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An introductory survey emphasizing the application of current knowledge in science and technology to the fitness requirements of today’s lifestyles. Several topics are included that incorporate the health sciences and contemporary trends in health as they relate to the human body. General background information on occupational health and safety, on the magnitude and variety of health and safety problems worldwide, and the role of the health and safety professional will also be discussed.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 2156 - First Responder

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers techniques in handling accidents and sudden illnesses and develops safety consciousness and civic responsibility. Basic First Aid materials are reviewed and advanced techniques are taught. Course is taught by a certified Instructor and students completing the course will receive a Certificate recognized by the National Safety Council using the American Heart Standards.

    Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • AHS 2176 - Human Sexuality

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Provides an understanding of individual sexuality and covers such areas as sexual anatomy of the male and female, the chemistry of human sexuality, childbirth, contraception, human sexual response and behavior.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHS 2256 - Prevention & Care Of Athletic Injury

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Studies the prevention and care of common athletic injuries. Also includes basic evaluation and rehabilitation techniques as well as practical experience in taping and bandaging.

    Prerequisite(s): AHS 2156 .
  
  • AHS 3166 - Sport Psychology

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is designed to examine and apply the psychological effects of sports on human behavior. This is accomplished by investigations of various concepts and theories which analyze sports, exercise, and physical activity. Topics of discussion include: anxiety, arousal, attention, personality structures, motivation and intervention strategies. It will also introduce the student to skill development; the coach-parent-playerrelationship; coaching effectiveness; stress regulation (relaxation and energizing methods); goal-setting; concentration and attention training; use of imagery and visualization; staleness and burnout; and characteristics of peak performers.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 3636 - Physiology Of Exercise

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
    The study of human physiological response to exercise. A systems approach is taken and adaptation from both acute and long-term perspectives is studies.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302  & BIOH 311/312 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 3646 - Anatomical Kinesiology

    4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    A functional study of musculoskeletal anatomy and its relationship to human movement giving consideration to both normal and pathological conditions.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302  & BIOH 311/312 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 3656 - Human Performance Laboratory Techniques

    3 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec.,2 Lab)
    Covers laboratory evaluation of physical fitness including both diagnostic and functional stress testing protocols. Electrocardiography, body composition, determination of aerobic capacity, and ergometry are examined in depth.

    Prerequisite(s): AHS 3636  or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 3956 - Special Topics

    2 - 4 credits (Variable)
    Presents topics not covered in any curriculum for which there is a particular need, or given on a trial basis to determine demand. Directed studies, special clinics, coaching schools, and workshops as scheduled. Study proposals must have prior departmental approval. May be repeated for maximum of 6 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • AHS 4356 - Strength Training & Conditioning: Theory & Application

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Examines the physiological responses to exercise in general, and focuses on those responses to strength training specifically. Additionally, allows an in-depth examination of individual differences and their implications, performance enhancing substances, nutritional factors in performance and health, and weight gain and weight loss.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302 , BIOH 311/312 , AHS 3646 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 4366 - Health/Fitness Instructor Workshop

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Presents principles and techniques for prescription of safe and effective conditioning programs, focusing on the development of strength for health and performance enhancement.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302 , BIOH 311/312 , AHS 3646  & AHS 4356 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHS 4606 - Electrocardiography

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A study of 12-lead Electrocardiography including proper placement of electrodes, recognition and interpretation of arrhythmia, diagnostic and functional stress testing as related to the electrical activity of the heart.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302  & BIOH 311/312 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHS 4636 - Advanced Physiology Of Exercise

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
    A continuation of AHS 3636 . Addresses current and controversial topics in the general area of sports medicine.

    Prerequisite(s): AHS 3636 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 4646 - Biomechanics

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will deal with the mechanical principles and concepts derived from physics that allow us to describe motion as it pertains to inanimate objects as well as the human body and its movements. The Course also includes the application of these concepts and principles to a variety of sports and physical activities.

    Prerequisite(s): AHS 3646 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHS 4656W - Exercise Testing & Prescription

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
    Surveys diagnostic and functional stress testing protocols that relate to the assessment of cardiovascular fitness and examines appropriate exercise prescriptions based on the results of fitness assessment in clinical and non-clinical environments.

    Prerequisite(s): AHS 3636  & AHS 4636 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHS 4856 - Fieldwork

    2 credits
    Practical experience in a health science-related area.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • AHS 4916 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Applied Health Science degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experience and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
  
  • AHS 4946 - Senior Seminar

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Examines current and controversial issues in health science.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • AHS 4966 - Independent Study

    1 - 3 credits (Variable)
    Academic endeavor in an area of health science not available through general course offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • AHXR 100 - Introduction to Diagnostic Imaging

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
    Introductory course to Radiologic Technology. Course includes introduction to patient care, transportation, ethical and legal issues and various modalities available to technologists after completing the registry. The class will also include 4-8 hours / week for 4 weeks of lab for orientation to the hospital and clinical settings. Assisting patients and patient transfers, proper handling of cassettes, darkroom procedures and clinical setting office procedures.

    Web based blended course, generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHXR 101 - Patient Care in Radiology

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
    Nursing procedures and medical care in an imaging department including, vital signs, venipuncture and contrast interactions. Ethics and law as it relates to the hospital and imaging department. Review of the ARRT code of ethics.

    Web based blended course, generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHXR 121 - Radiographic Imaging I

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 1 Lab)
    Course is a basic physics course that educates the students on Einstein’s theory of relativity, Newton’s Laws, the electromagnetic spectrum, basic laws of speed, velocity and attenuation. This course is designed to teach students the basic fundamentals of how x-rays are produced and how they interact with matter. Continuation of the study of fundamental physical principles from mechanics to electromagnetism. Application of these principles to the construction and operation of fundamental x-ray equipment. Analysis of basic x-ray circuit, construction and operation of tomographic, mobile and fluoro equipment.

    Web based blended course, generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHXR 140 - Radiographic Methods

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
    Detailed instruction of bony anatomy as it relates to radiography. Instruction on patient positioning chest, abdomen, upper extremities, lower extremities, spine, skull, and fluoroscopic procedures.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHXR 195 - Radiographic Clinical ED II

    10 credits (Hrs: 10 Lab)
    Clinicals 40 hours/week/10 credits. Rotating shits and assignments including competency evaluations on routine exams. Active participaton in radiology departments, radiographic and fluoroscopic rooms with elementary safety practices. Competency evaluation of all standard radiographic procedures including surgery.

    Off campus course, generally offered in the summer.
  
  • AHXR 195 - Radiographic Clinical I

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lab)
    16 hours/week/4 credit hours supervised clinical practice. Rotating shifts and assignments including competency evaluations on routine exams. Active participation in radiology departments, radiographic and fluoroscopic rooms with elementary safety practices. Anatomy and positioning all standard radiographic procedures.

    Off campus course, generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHXR 221 - Radiographic Imaging II

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
    Continuation from Radiographic Imaging I; Survey of specialty areas, including Ultrasound, MRI, CT, and Nuclear Medicine. Provide information required to analyze radiographic images for accuracy.

    Web based blended course, generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHXR 222 - Radiographic Imaging III

    2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 1 Lab)
    Continuation from Radiographic Imaging II, analyze radiographic images for accuracy and to know how to adjust mispositioning or technical factors for an optimum radiograph.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 201/202  & BIOH 211/212 , AHXR 221 , AHXR 195 , AHXR 101 , AHXR 295 . Web based blended course, generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHXR 225 - Radiobiology/Radiation Protection

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Learn and understand the concepts of radiobiology and radiation protection, as it relates to general radiography. Includes cell biology and the effects of radiation on cells, causing genetic damage and how this can be passed onto future generations. Radiation protection as it relates to workers in the radiology field and patients.

    Prerequisite(s): AHXR 100 , AHXR 140 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHXR 270 - Radiographic Registry Review

    2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 1 Lab)
    This course provides an online and classroom review for the ARRT certification examination. The course will consist of readings, multiple testing, testing strategies, and review utilizing multiple, published radiology review texts.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • AHXR 295 - Radiographic Clinical III

    8 credits (Hrs: 6 Lab)
    32 hours /week. 8 credits. Clinical practice with less assistance to foster increased proficiency and responsible decision-making in a variety of situations.

    Off campus course, generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • AHXR 296 - Radiographic Clinical IV

    6 credits (Hrs: 6 Lab)
    24 hours /week/6 credits. Clinical practice with less assistance to foster increased proficiency and responsible decision-making in a variety of situations. Clinical experience with advanced modalities, CT, MRI, mammography, vascular procedures and nuclear medicine are optional.

    Off campus course, generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ANTY 101 - Anthropology & the Human Experience

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An overview of the origin and evolution of man, culture and society, including an introduction to the four major fields of anthropology: physical anthropology, cultural anthropology, linguistics and archaeology.

    Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered all semesters.
  
  • ANTY 315 - Forensic Anthropology

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Forensic Anthropology This course will teach students how to identify bones of the human skeleton and how these are used to identify age at death, ancestry, sex, and stature; teach techniques for recovery and treatment of forensic material, methods for using occupational and pathological markers to assist in the identification of skeletal remains, and how forensic anthropologists estimate cause of, and time since death, by interpreting trauma to bone. Students will become familiar with the basics of human osteology and interpretation of human skeletal remains, as they apply to a broad field that encompasses archaeology, biological anthropology, and law.

    Course generally offered in the spring.
  
  • ANTY 329 - Culture Change and Global Development

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Anthropology is the study of human diversity across the world and through time; it offers a unique opportunity to investigate the cultural and biological variation among our species, in both a past and present context. This course has several aims: 1) focus on the core dimensions of humanity and culture; 2) examine the variability within and among world cultures focusing on the interconnectedness of politics, subsistence, economics, and cultural process; and 3) explore patterns of culture change associated with colonialism, development, and globalization.  This course will: 1) introduce essential concepts of anthropology regarding: subsistence patterns, technology, economics, kinship, religion, politics, ethnicity, equality and inequality, gender and age status; and 2) examine concepts of culture change, particularly as they relate to economic development, global finance, war and terrorism, population growth, health, and the environment.
     

    Course is generally offered in the fall.
  
  • ANTY 467 - Archaeological Field School

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A summer of archaeological field work at a location away from the University; training in excavation and laboratory methods. The Field School will provide training and experience in archaeological methods and techniques including: identification of pre-historic sites using topography, use of archaeological tools, excavation process, documentation, photography, and analysis of cultural materials and features. Cultural materials include lithic debitage, stone and faunal tools, ceramics and utilized skeletal material, as well as variant types of cooking hearths. This school will be staffed by a local archaeologist with extensive experience in the archaeology of the Northern Great Plains, as well as a Physical Anthropologist with broad experience in Lower and Middle Paleolithic Archaeology, hominin morphology, and faunal skeletal analysis.

    Course offered during the summer.
  
  • ARAB 101 - Elementary Modern Arabic I

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    This course introduces the sound and writing systems of the Modern Standard Arabic language. Various components of the language, i.e., sounds, letters, grammar, vocabulary…etc., serves the ultimate goal of communication at an elementary level. Speaking and Writing are emphasized.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ARAB 102 - Elementary Modern Arabic II

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    This Arabic course adopts a communicative approach where emphasis is placed on the functional use of the Arabic language. The introduction of various components of the language, i.e., sounds, letters, grammar, vocabulary… etc, serves the ultimate goal of enabling students to communicate in Arabic, especially in speaking and writing.

    Prerequisite(s): ARAB 101 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • BCH 480 - Advanced Biochemistry I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Introduces the general field of biochemistry emphasizing the unifying principles which relate biochemistry to other disciplines. The chemistry of amino acids and proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids are discussed. Metabolism, catabolism and bioenergetics will be covered.

    Prerequisite(s): CHMY 323  or CHMY 210 .
  
  • BCH 481 - Advanced Biochemistry I Lab

    1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
    The Biochemistry Laboratory Course provides a focused exploration of proteins and their functions. Lab exercises will focus on the following: enzyme purification; enzyme kinetics; 1D, 2D and 3D NMR experiments and mass spectrometry experiments to explore the structure elucidation of oligopeptides; the use of ELISA to both identify the presence of proteins in a complex matrix and to determine whether or not a Natural Product can inhibit a specific protein; SDS-PAGE electrophoresis and Western Blot to study genetic relations in fish through analysis of myosin; bioinformatics studies of various proteins; transformation of E.Coli and isolation of new protein product; and an exploration of 3-dimensional shape of proteins using Protein Database and molecular modeling.

    Corequisite(s): BCH 482 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • BCH 482 - Advanced Biochemistry II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A continuation of BCH 480 which will include the dynamics of life. The biochemistry of life processes, biosynthesis & utilization of precursor molecules for cell replication will be covered.

    Prerequisite(s): BCH 480 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • BCH 483 - Advanced Biochemistry II Lab

    1 credit
  
  • BFIN 322 - Business Finance

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Emphasizes the analytical financial management of the firm. Considers financial intermediaries, financial analysis and planning, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and working capital management.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 201 ; ECNS 201 , ECNS 202  or ECNS 203  or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • BFIN 455 - Financial Markets & Institutions

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Analyzes the nature and function of bank and non-bank financial institutions and markets and their relationships and interdependence.

    Prerequisite(s): BFIN 322 , & Senior Standing. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • BGEN 105 - Introduction To Business

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An introductory course that surveys the nature of business, its functions, as well as its various environments and challenges. Topics covered include basic concepts in the areas of finance, management, ethics, accounting, and marketing. Non-business majors are encouraged to enroll in this course.

    Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • BGEN 235 - Business Law

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A study of the basic concepts of law, including substantive and procedural applications with emphasis this semester on legal reasoning, business ethics, alternative dispute resolution, court procedures, constitutional law with emphasis on the First Amendment, torts, agency, corporations/partnerships, personal property, real property, wills and estates.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing is recommended. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • BGEN 236 - Business Law II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A study of the basic concepts of law including substantive and procedural applications, with emphasis this semester on contracts, Uniform Commercial Code (sales, negotiable instruments, banking system and secured transactions), debtor/creditor relations, bankruptcy, administrative law, professional (accountant) liability.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • BGEN 360 - International Business

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Introduces students to the complex challenges of doing business in a global economy. Emphasis is on learning the different approaches to management, finance, and accounting in a global environment. The course will address the topics such as negotiation, theories of international trade, exchange rates, and an introduction to importing and exporting.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing or consent of instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • BGEN 363 - Business Ethics and Decision Making

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Seeks to explore value systems as a basis and framework for ethical decisions to develop sensitivity for the numerous ethical issues in the competitive business world. Encourages the evaluation and development of personal value systems and develops an awareness of the value implications of managerial decision.

    Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • BIOB 100 - Organism Function (no lab)

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A survey of biological concepts for the non-science major relating to man’s past and present activities. Includes discussions of metabolism, reproduction and ecosystems.

    Satisfies Physical & Life Science core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • BIOB 101 - Discover Biology

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A survey of biological concepts for the non-science major relating to man’s past and present activities. Includes discussions of metabolism, reproduction and ecosystems.

    Satisfies Physical & Life Science core. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • BIOB 102 - Discover Biology Lab

    1 (Hrs: 3 Lab.)
    The laboratory portion of this class will be used to illustrate concepts addressed in lecture; and to acquaint students with the scientific method and common laboratory techniques plus drawing conclusions from laboratory obtained data.

    Satisfies Physical & Life Science Core. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • BIOB 117 - Introduction to Biodiversity

    2 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course is a brief survey of the diversity of life including examples from all kingdoms.

    Satisfies Physical & Life Science core. Course generally offered 2nd half of 1st semester.
  
  • BIOB 160 - Principles of Living Systems

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An introductory study of cell activities emphasizing chemistry, structure and functions common to cells. Topics include organelles, cell division, water relationships, nutrients, respiration, photosynthesis, genetics, and protein synthesis. The laboratory portion of this class will be used to illustrate concepts addressed in lecture; and to acquaint students with the scientific method and common laboratory techniques plus drawing conclusions from laboratory obtained data.

    Satisfies Physical & Life Science core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • BIOB 161 - Principles of Living Systems Lab

    1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab.)
    The laboratory portion of this class will be used to illustrate concepts addressed in lecture; and to acquaint students with the scientific method and common laboratory techniques plus drawing conclusions from laboratory obtained data.

    Satisfies Physical & Life Science Core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • BIOB 270 - Bioethics

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Topics selected from the following: ethical principles, genetic screening, genetic engineering, procreation, abortion, death and dying, human experimentation, and informed consent.

    Prerequisite(s): A biology course and a psychology or sociology or philosophy course. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
 

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