NWCCD 2023-2024 Catalog 
    
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NWCCD 2023-2024 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

Courses

 
  

  • EDEC 1030 - Infant and Toddler Care

    This course provides information on growth and development of children under the age of three along with curriculum implications; defines the interactive role of the caregiver, and explores other components of infant toddler care including implementation of quality programming and adult interactions.  The course, along with EDEC 1035 Infant and Toddler Care Lab, meets the criteria for the Wyoming Infant Toddler Credential.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 1035 - Infant and Toddler Care Lab

    This course is designed to supervise experiences in planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum activities at an early childhood center.  The course serves as a bridge between theory and application through student experiences in the laboratory setting.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDEC 1030 Infant and Toddler Care
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 1100 - Observation and Guidance of Young Children

    This course explores effective methods of observation and guidance of young children to meet children’s needs individually and in groups. Emphasis is placed on promoting a positive and constructive climate in early childhood settings through positive discipline strategies and appropriate classroom management techniques. Students develop and implement skills to plan effective environments, prepare materials and equipment, develop schedules, explore classroom management techniques, utilize assessment tools, and promote parent-teacher communication. This course includes a field component to provide opportunities for students to apply course principles and theories. This course is designed for those interested or already working in the field of Early Childhood Education. Field hours will be required.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education with a C or better
    Co-requisites: EDEC 1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lab
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 1105 - Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lab

    This course is designed to supervise experiences in planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum activities at an early childhood center. Field hours will be required.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education with a C or better
    Co-requisites: EDEC 1100 Observation and Guidance of Young Children
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 1200 - Administration in Early Childhood Programs

    This course provides students with the basic principles and working knowledge of business and programmatic elements of early childhood program operations. Through review of state regulations and national standards of high-quality early childhood programming, students will examine procedures for establishing and managing programs including fiscal and human resources, developmentally appropriate planning, and collaborating with families, school districts, and communities. Designed for current and future directors of childcare/child development centers, Head Start programs, and community-based pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs, this course provides foundational knowledge and opportunities for applications in practice. Field hours will be required.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Complete the following courses with a C or better in: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education , EDEC 1100/1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lecture and Lab, EDEC 2000 Engaging Families in Early Childhood Settings and EDEC 1300/1305 Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lecture and Lab
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 1300 - Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children

    This course builds knowledge and skills pertaining to planning, implementing and assessing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children. All domains of development, child-centered learning, and documenting and communicating growth to parents are key elements. Field hours will be required.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: Complete the following courses with a C or better in: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education, EDEC 1100 Observation and Guidance of Young Children, and EDEC 1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lab
    Co-requisites: EDEC 1305 Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lab
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 1305 - Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lab

    This course is designed to supervise experiences in planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum activities at an early childhood center. Field hours will be required.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Co-requisites: EDEC 1300 Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 2000 - Engaging Families in Early Childhood Settings

    This course will focus on the philosophical, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of working with families and children in early childhood settings.   Students may be required to complete field hours.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 2010 - Early Childhood Special Education Birth to Eight

    This course provides students the opportunity to gain an understanding of the importance of inclusion, early intervention, service coordination, and support for families and children, in order to provide a seamless system of services. Students examine research-based information regarding best practices, the Individuals with Disability Education Act (IDEA), and explore in-depth methods being employed by early interventionists. 
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 2122 - Child Development Lab

    This course serves as a bridge between theory and application through experience in the observation of child growth and development from 0-7 years of age.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Cross-listed: FCSC 2122 Child Development Lab
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 2200 - Early Childhood Practicum

    This course provides students with a capstone field experience in a program serving children birth to third grade. Emphasis is placed on integrating theoretical concepts into practice and developing skills and experiences as reflective and deliberate decision makers. Students will complete the professional portfolio for use in employment and future study. Field hours will be required
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Complete the following courses with a C or better in: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education , EDEC 1100/1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children, EDEC 2000 Engaging Families in Early Chldhd Settings, and EDEC 1300/1305 Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lecture and Lab
    Co-requisites: EDEC 1200 Administration in Early Childhood Programs
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEC 2435 - Child Development Associate (CDA)

    This course focuses on the acquisition of practical skills needed to prepare individuals to be credentialed as entry-level early childhood education professionals. It is designed as a study option for individuals who have the CDA credential as an immediate goal. Candidates taking this course have the opportunity to complete required course work, and prepare a CDA Professional Portfolio prior to the national examination. Students will be required to complete field hours.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEL 2280 - Literature for Children

    This course is designed for reading and discussion of works of literature for children.  Selection of children’s books for school, home, and library is stressed.  In order to establish criteria for evaluation, students are expected to become acquainted with a wide sampling of children’s literature including classics, both old and new.  Students may be required to complete field hours.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: EDFD 2020 Foundations of Education OR EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDEX 2484 - Intro to Special Education

    This course provides an overview of a variety of disabilities, their manifestations, and treatments.  It also discusses the identification of students with disabilities, the best instructional techniques to assist students with specific disabilities, and laws related to testing and placement of students.  Field hours may be required.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EDFD 2020 Foundations of Education
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDFD 2020 - Foundations of Education

    This course utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to provide a critical examination of educational thought and practice in the United States for prospective teachers. This course gives students a knowledge and understanding of theories and trends in education. It gives students an opportunity to evaluate their interests and aptitudes in the area of teaching. Students examine, analyze, and evaluate social issues affecting education today as well as legal questions related to education and the historical background of education. Students considering teaching as a viable career examine various philosophic concepts and begin the development of their own philosophy of education. Field hours may be required in this course. *Students will be required to pass a background check in this course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENGL 1010 English Composition I or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1010 English Composition I.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDFD 2100 - Educational Psychology

    This course examines the psychological concepts, principles, and research relevant to teaching and learning with emphasis on the school setting. Students may be required to complete field hours.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Grade of a C or better in EDFD 2020 Foundations of Education and PSYC 1000 General Psychology
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDFD 2460 - Child Growth and Development

    This course provides students in the Early Childhood Teacher Assistant Program basic maturation stages of the young child ages 0-8.  This course is core and central to the knowledge needed to proceed in the Early Childhood Teacher Assistant Program. This course is designed for those interested or already working in the field of Early Childhood.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 General Psychology
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDUC 0000 - Courses in Teaching Discipline

    Work with your advisor in selecting courses to fit your transfer plans.
  

  • EDUC 1501 - Effective Substitute Teaching

    This course provides students with an understanding of professional ethics and responsibilities. The students expand their awareness of classroom management techniques, increase knowledge of effective teaching behaviors and develop a teaching resource file.  Observation hours are required in this course per state requirement for WY Substitute Permit.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, course was offered as EDCI 1005.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EDUC 2100 - Practicum in Teaching

    This course requires students to participate in an extensive practicum experience for prospective educators in an accredited school under the supervision of a certified teacher. 
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: EDCI 2440 Classroom Management and ITEC 2360 Teaching with Technology are pre-requisites that may also be taken concurrently
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1515 - Electrical Apprenticeship 1A

    This course provides the beginning electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician. Topics include safe work practices, introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrician’s math, basic electric theory and introductory wiring methods. The application of the NEC is incorporated throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was ELAP 1510.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1525 - Electrical Apprenticeship 1B

    This course provides the electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician. Topics include electrical materials, circuit theory, residential installations, basic electrical drawings, and electrical test equipment. The application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is incorporated throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELAP 1515 Electrical Apprenticeship 1A with C or better
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELAP 1520.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1535 - Electrical Apprenticeship 2A

    This course provides the electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician.  Topics include AC circuit theory, three phase circuit theory, branch circuits, feeders, and services.  The application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is incorporated throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELTR 1525 Electrical Apprenticeship 1B with C or better
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELTR 1530.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1545 - Electrical Apprenticeship 2B

    This course provides the electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician. Topics include equipment grounding, transformers, load calculations and commercial installations. The application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is incorporated throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELAP 1535 Electrical Apprenticeship 2A with C or better
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELTR 1540.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1555 - Electrical Apprenticeship 3A

    This course provides the electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician. Topics include over current protection, switches, panel-boards, bonding, grounding, and advanced plan interpretation. The application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is incorporated throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELAP 1525 Electrical Apprenticeship 1B with C or better
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELTR 1550.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1565 - Electrical Apprenticeship 3B

    This course provides the electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician. Topics include lighting, appliances, heating, motors and industrial installations. The application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is incorporated throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELAP 1555 Electrical Apprenticeship 3A with C or better
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELTR 1560.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1575 - Electrical Apprenticeship 4A

    This course provides the electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician. Topics include motor installations, motor control, special motors and industrial installations. Preparation for the Journeyman written exam, utilizing the National Electric Code (NEC), is stressed throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELAP 1565 Electrical Apprenticeship 3B with C or better
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELAP 1570.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELAP 1585 - Electrical Apprenticeship 4B

    This course provides the electrical apprentice foundational knowledge needed for a career as a Journeyman electrician. Topics include special locations, conditions, and equipment including communication circuits. Preparation for the Journeyman written exam, utilizing the National Electrical Code (NEC), is stressed throughout the course.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELAP 1575 Electrical Apprenticeship 4A with C or better
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELAP 1580.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELEC 0001 - General Elective

    General Elective for 1 credit
  

  • ELEC 0002 - General Elective

  

  • ELTR 0000 - Any course from the ELTR department

    Choose any course from the ELTR department.
  

  • ELTR 1505 - Electrical Assembly and Measurement

    This course introduces students to the skills and practices of an industrial electrician. Students will learn safe work practices and methods, proper electrical measurement equipment use, blueprint and diagram reading, project planning and preventive maintenance. The skills introduced include conduit bending and installation, wire pulling, termination, testing, troubleshooting, print reading, and electrical component installation. 
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELTR 1515.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 1600 - National Electrical Code I

    This course introduces the student to the National Electrical Code (NEC). Using knowledge of the NEC, students read and interpret the Code and find information on correct electrical systems.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 1655 - Solar Electric Systems I

    This course provides an overview of the three basic photovoltaic (PV) system applications with primary focus on the grid-direct systems.  Students study the core concepts necessary to work with all PV systems, including system components, site analysis, PV module specifications, mounting systems, electrical energy audits/assessments, safety, and commissioning.  This course also covers the basics of residential grid-direct PV system sizing including wire sizing, over-current protection, and National Electrical Code (NEC) compliant grounding.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 1660 - Residential Wiring

    This course provides an introduction to residential wiring.  As a class, students wire a house in cooperation with Habitat for Humanity (or other organization or agency).  Students practice proper teamwork, safety, planning, and installation skills. 
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ELTR 1505 Electrical Assembly and Measurement
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • ELTR 1800 - National Electrical Code II / CFR 30

    This course continues the study of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and introduces students to the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 30 (CFR 30). Using knowledge of the NEC and CFR 30, students will read and interpret the Codes and locate information for installation of compliant electrical systems.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELTR 1600 - National Electrical Code I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2550 - AC/DC Electric Circuit Theory

    This course gives students an introduction to and experience working with AC and DC electrical theory including circuit analysis. These theoretical principles form the foundation of all higher level electrical course work.  The course also introduces the theory of operation of motors and transformers.
    Minimum Credits: 6
    Prerequisites: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in any MATH class with course number 1400 or higher (including MATH 1500 Applied Math).
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2555 - Electrical Skills and Troubleshooting

    This course provides students extensive experience with the symbols and devices used in modern industrial blueprints to create the foundation for good electrical troubleshooting procedures. Other topics covered include the correlation between prints, schedules, part lists, and the uses of those items in maintenance planning and scheduling. This course emphasizes a logically sequenced progression of steps that an Industrial Electrician uses to isolate and determine electrical or mechanical equipment faults.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2550 AC/DC Electric Circuit Theory
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2560 - Power Electronics Theory

    This course provides students with an introduction to power electronic circuits and electronic devices that are utilized in the electrical industry. This course prepares students for ELTR 2880 Solid State Motor Controls by providing the theories of operation of the various components used in electronic motor control systems. In the lab portion of the course, students will assemble, test, troubleshoot and operate electronic components and circuits.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2550 AC/DC Electric Circuit Theory with a “C” or better
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2575 - Industrial Controls I

    This course provides students with an extensive introduction to industrial electro-mechanical control devices.  Students use hands on experiences to form a good foundation for good electrical troubleshooting procedures. Topics covered include proper selection and installation of electrical components.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2550 - AC/DC Electric Circuit Theory with a “C” or better
    Co-requisites: ELTR 1505 Electrical Assembly and Measurement
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ELTR 2840.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2580 - Motors, Generators and Transformers

    This course provides an in-depth study of AC and DC electric motors, generators and transformers.  Students study theories of operation and how to install, operate, maintain and trouble-shoot these devices.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2550 AC/DC Electric Circuit Theory with a “C” or better
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2815 - Programmable Logic Controllers

    This course introduces students to the uses of the programmable logic controller (PLC) and the logic required for programming.  Students will program, install, and troubleshoot PLCs.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2550 AC/DC Electric Circuit Theory with a “C” or better
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2850 - Facility Maintenance and Instrumentation

    This course introduces Electrical systems for facility maintenance and instrumentation. It will cover system voltages ranging from 208 to 4160 typically found in industrial facilities and their installation and maintenance. It will also cover instrumentation and other equipment (motors, HVAC, lighting, etc.) typically found in industry along with proper installation and maintenance. 
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: Completion ELTR 2575 Industrial Controls I and ELTR 2815 Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2880 - Solid State Motor Control

    This course provides the student with an understanding of AC and DC solid state motor drive principles. Topics covered include various AC and DC motor drive circuits, installation, programming, and troubleshooting. In the lab portion of the course, students will connect, program, test, troubleshoot and operate AC and DC motor drives.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2560 Power Electronics Theory with a grade of “C” or better and ELTR 2575 Industrial Controls I with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor consent
    Co-requisites: ELTR 2940 Advanced PLC Programming
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2935 - High Voltage Systems

    This course provides the student with an understanding of high voltage systems and safe work practices.  High voltage systems including substations, power transformers, and protective devices are covered. Safe work practices as presented in the class, are based on nationally recognized standards such as NFPA 70E.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2575 - Industrial Controls I with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2940 - Advanced PLC Programming

    ELTR 2940 Advanced PLC Programming provides the student with advanced skills in programmable logic controller (PLC) troubleshooting, networking, and programming and will provide students with a foundation in advanced PLC applications.  Topics include ControlNet, DeviceNet, troubleshooting, and programming.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ELTR 2815 - Programmable Logic Controllers and ELTR 2575 - Industrial Controls I with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor consent
    Co-requisites: ELTR 2880 - Solid State Motor Control
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ELTR 2965 - Technical Research I

    ELTR 2965 Technical Research I develops independent research and product development skills as applied to the electrical or related industry.  Students utilize organizational abilities and apply knowledge of the electrical industry to develop or improve products, processes, or technology.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: Successful completion of the first three semester of the Industrial Electricity/Electronics program
    Co-requisites: TECH 2980 Technical Co-op and concurrent enrollment in OR successful completion of ENGL 1010 English Composition I with a “C” or better
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 0725 - English Plus

    This course provides supplemental instruction in critical thinking, writing, and reading of academic texts for students concurrently enrolled in ENGL 1010 English I but placing below the required level.   Instruction focuses on writing clear paragraphs, using appropriate third-person voice for academic writing, and writing essays that use a multi-paragraph structure to develop a clear argument.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: Reading Placement Level 1 or 2
    Co-requisites: English 1010 English Composition I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 1010 - English Composition I

    This course covers college-level essay writing that employs logical and critical thinking, strong organization, and the expression of ideas through academic language.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Reading Level 3 on placement exam.
    General Education Basic Writing
    Comments: Course must be completed with a grade of C or better to be used as a prerequisite or count toward graduation.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 1050 - Explorations:

    This course allows students to learn about a literature-related topic. Course content will vary according to the specific subject.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • ENGL 1050 - Intro to Film Studies

    This is a humanities course that covers major concepts of film study through films, discussions, lectures, and readings. The intersections between film and literature will also be explored.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Completion of, or enrollment in, ENGL 1010 English Composition I or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts, Cultural Studies-Humanities
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 1080 - Intro to Women’s Studies

    This course examines the impact of the social construction of gender in societies worldwide.  The course covers numerous topics from various feminist perspectives, including concepts of privilege and inequality, how gender is learned, women’s sexuality, work, religion, health, family, violence against women, and activist movements.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Completion of, or enrollment in, ENGL 1010 English Composition I, or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Global Diversity, Cultural Studies-Humanities, Cultural Studies-Social & Behavioral
    Cross-listed: WMST 1080, SOC 1080, HUMN 1080
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 1490 - Topics

    This course is offered as a topics course.  The content will vary by semester and section.
  

  • ENGL 2006 - Literature of the Outdoors

    This course explores themes, patterns, literary conventions, and topics in works of American literature about the natural world. Students examine the human connection to the environment and nature, as well the motivations of environmental writers.  Through reading, writing, and discussion, students gain insight into what has been written about nature and place, why it was written, and how the writings influence society.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 English Composition I with C or better, or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Humanities
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2020 - Literature, Media and Culture

    This course introduces students to the basic tools of literary, film, and media analysis and develops students’ critical writing, digital analysis, and oral communication skills.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Complete ENGL 1010 English Composition I with C or better
    General Education Cultural Studies-Humanities, Advanced Writing
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2030 - Critical Reading and Writing

    This course provides students with practice and guidance in applying critical reading strategies to a variety of expository texts.  Students also refine their writing skills through the use of appropriate rhetorical devices for writing a wide variety of writing assignments that may include position paper, proposals, arguments and analyses.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 English Composition I with a C or better
    General Education Advanced Writing
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2050 - Creative Writing: Fiction

    This course is an English elective that provides students with an introduction to the techniques for writing fiction. It covers narrative, flash fiction, dialogue, character development, plotting and description, among others.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, ENGL 1010 English Composition I or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2060 - Creative Writing: Non-Fiction

    This course provides opportunities for learning the techniques of creative non-fiction.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Students must be concurrently enrolled in, or have already taken ENGL 1010 English Composition I.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2150 - World Literature II: Modern Literature

    This course studies representative classics of world literature from the realistic period to the present, emphasizing analysis and critical thinking to achieve an overview of the major philosophical, historical, and social changes of the period.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in, or completion of, an Advanced Writing class, or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Global Diversity, Cultural Studies-Humanities
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2310 - American Literature I

    This course surveys major American authors from the colonial age through 1870.  As many authors as possible are covered to provide a solid background for understanding the American cultural heritage.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Complete an advanced writing course with C or better, or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Humanities
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2320 - American Literature II

    This course concludes the survey of American Literature begun in ENGL 2310 and covers authors from 1870 to the present.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Completion of an English Advanced Writing course with a “C” or better or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Humanities
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2395 - English Capstone

    The capstone course is a one credit guided study, one-on-one with an instructor selected by the student.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Student must be in the fourth semester of the English AA program
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2420 - Literary Genres:

    This course studies specific genres of literature. Emphasis will vary (poetry, fiction, drama, etc.) from semester to semester, depending on curricular needs.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 English Composition I with a “C” or better
    General Education Cultural Studies-Humanities
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, course was offered as ENGL 2492.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENGL 2490 - Topics:

    This course is offered as a topics course.  The content will vary by semester and section.
  

  • ENTK 1010 - Elements of Surveying

    This course is an introduction to the principles and theories of land surveying. Students explore surveying tools including the stadia rod, chaining, automatic levels, theodolite, and Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Surveying concepts will be introduced in the classroom and applied through hands-on practice in the field. Students will practice error theory for measurements and adjustments as necessary to locate points, determine distances, angles, elevations and areas, and learn to close surveys. Emphasis is placed on the use of GPS units to collect field data. Students are introduced to map features and map reading to supplement their surveying skills.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 1000 Problem Solving with “C” or better, or placement at Math Level III
    Co-requisites: Math Level III with C or better, or instructor approval.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 1500 - Engineering Graphics

    This course emphasizes the standards and conventions of technical drawing that are in compliance with national standards.  This course utilizes computer aided drafting software to produce 2-D drawings and places emphasis on creating drawings in a variety of views in proper form and annotation dependent on the drawing context.  Students develop skills in drawing, problem solving, technical communication and visual perception.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 1502 - Exploration of Engineering Related Professions

    This course is an introduction to engineering through exploration of modern engineering challenges and professions. Professional topics include scope of engineering professions, globalization, diversity, professional ethics, design limitations and constraints, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and engineering economics. Through these topics students will solve engineering problems, develop computational skills and sharpen communication skills. Students work on a team design project, starting with problem definition and working towards concept designs using communication tools.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 1710 - Architectural Drafting

    This course covers the basics of architectural design for residential buildings.  Room relationships and sizes, exterior design factors, elements of design, principles of design and application of building codes used in conjunction with an Architectural CAD package are used to generate a new house design with the relevant drawing plans. 
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENTK 1500 Engineering Graphics with a C or better or instructor approval.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 2010 - CAD 3D Modeling and Mechanical Design

    This course is an introductory course in CAD 3D solid modeling.  The student will learn basic part and assembly modeling techniques with an emphasis on design intent.  It introduces the application of feature based parametric modeling methods, external references, shading, rendering, and linking objects to an external database.  Standard three view part prints including section, detail, and exploded views will be created.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENTK 1500 Engineering Graphics with C or better or MCHT 1800 Interpret Prints & Drawings with C or better or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 2070 - Engineering Surveying I

    This course covers the basic principles of measurement of distances, elevations, angles, and basic error theory.  Methods of calculations and applications of error theory are applied to level and traverse surveys.  It also introduces methods of surveying for site locations, topographic and construction surveys.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 1405 Trigonometry with C or better OR equivalent course OR instructor approval.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 2074 - Ethics for the Professional Surveyor

    This course introduces students to the common ethical and moral issues facing professional surveyors in modern practice.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: ENTK 2070 Engineering Surveying I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 2550 - Civil Drafting

    This course introduces graphical applications related to Civil Engineering projects.  Students utilize Civil 3D drafting software as the primary tool for map making, earthwork quantity determination, survey drafting, road plans and profiles, and other civil engineering related topics.  Students are introduced to mapping, surveying, legal descriptions, plot plans, contour lines, profiles, and other civil engineering related applications.   
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENTK 1500 Engineering Graphics with a C or better or consent of instructor.
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as ENTK 1510.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 2800 - Engineering Technology Capstone

    This course combines digital technology, engineering standards, and scientific methodology to expose students to the hands-on field work used extensively in environmental engineering and CAD-based engineering.  Using a multi-disciplinary approach, students acquire, document, illustrate, analyze and report data samples taken from the field to complete a planned project. The course includes an option for internship or a service learning component with a third party, which must be approved by a participating instructor.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Successful completion of Advanced Writing course, ENTK 1500 Engineering Graphics, and GEOG 2310 Intro to Geographic Information Systems with a C or better, or instructor approval.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTK 2980 - Survey Co-Op

    Survey co-op provides a minimum of 240 hours of work experience associated with a broad range of surveying functions. Experience should include, but not be limited to associated calculations, measurements and computations, equipment operations and maintenance, document research, drafting, report writing, surveying techniques associated with boundary, route, construction astronomical and/or control surveys. Co-op work experience many be arranged by the faculty, but it is primarily the responsibility of the students to seek out and secure their own placement with faculty approval.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • ENTR 1500 - Intro to Entrepreneurship

    This course will focus on the process of starting a business venture. We will consider the small business process from concept to roll out. Emphasis will be on the development of a business plan including the finance, accounting, management, and marketing requirements.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ENTR 2000 - Launching an Entrepreneurial Venture

    This “hands-on” applied course focuses on the creation, evaluation, development and launch readiness of a new business or social venture. Key issues addressed in the formal venture planning processes include business model development, market assessment, product or service innovation, brand development, financing, and legal considerations. Throughout the course students will refine their venture’s business mode.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENTR 1450 Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship Venture, ENTR 1500 Intro to Entrepreneurship, and BADM 2105 Small Business Management
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EQST 0000 - Any course from EQST dept

    Choose any course from EQST department.
  

  • EQST 1210 - Intro to Farrier Science

    This course is an introduction to the theory and skills of equine hoof care, forge work, and basic horsemanship skills. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of equine anatomy, blacksmithing, horse handling, as well as trimming.  Safe horse handling, and forge safety will be emphasized.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ANSC 1400 Equine Anatomy and Locomotion
    Grading: Letter
  

  • EQST 1835 - Practical Farrier Science

    This course provides in-depth training in the skills and techniques of horseshoeing.  Students will conduct a comprehensive study of trimming and shoeing to achieve and maintain limb and foot balance as well as explore topics in specialty, remedial and therapeutic shoes. Students will learn to build shoes for specific purposes. Completion of this course and the preceding courses is intended to prepare students as entry-level farriers; and students are encouraged to complete the American Farrier Association’s (AFA) Farrier Classification examination.
    Minimum Credits: 11
    Prerequisites: EQST 1210 Intro to Farrier Science
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ERS 0000 - Earth Science Requirement

    Courses fulfill the Earth Science requirement.
  

  • ES 0001 - ES/PHYS Elective

    ES Program elective
  

  • ES 0002 - Any course from ES department

    Engineering Science course
  

  • ES 1000 - Orientation of Engineering

    This course is an introduction to engineering through exploration of modern engineering challenges and professions. Professional topics include scope of engineering professions, professional ethics, design limitations and constraints, and sustainability. Through these topics students will solve engineering problems, develop computational skills and sharpen communication skills. Students work on a design project, starting with problem definition and culminating with a prototype.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ES 1060 - Intro to Engineering Problem Solving

    This course is an overview of the methodology and tools used in the engineering profession for analyzing problems. Example problems are solved using spreadsheet tools and structured programming language.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 1405 Trigonometry, MATH 1450 Algebra and Trigonometry with a C or better, or Placement Level VI
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ES 1950 - Explorations:

    This course allows students to explore an engineering science-related topic. Course content will vary according to the specific subject.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • ES 2110 - Statics

    This course covers vector statics of particles and rigid bodies, including equilibrium in two and three dimensions, center of gravity, centroids, distributed loads, truss analysis, simple structures and machines, friction, and internal actions.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 2200 Calculus I with a grade of C or better
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ES 2120 - Dynamics

    This course covers kinematics, including linear and angular displacement, velocity, acceleration and simple harmonic motion of particles and rigid bodies; moments of inertia and radii of gyration of masses; the application of principles of force-mass acceleration, work-kinetic energy, impulse and momentum to solution of problems of force systems acting on moving bodies.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 2205 Calculus II and ES 2110 Statics with C or better; and PHYS 1310 College Physics I or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ES 2210 - Electric Circuit Analysis

    This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of electrical circuit theory, dependent sources, network theorems, fir and second order circuits, phasers, and three-phase circuits.

    Analysis will include steady-state DC and AC circuits using phasors, resistor, capacitor and inductor elements in circuits with both constant voltage and current sources as well as sinusoidal sources. Concepts covered also include mesh and node analysis, ideal transformers, balanced 3-phase circuit analysis techniques and the descriptions of power and energy in electrical circuits.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 2205 Calculus II with a C or better, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ES 2310 - Thermodynamics

    This course introduces the fundamentals of thermodynamics, including the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, real and ideal gasses, reversible and irreversible processes, entropy. Practical applications are considered in the form of steam power cycle, heat engine and refrigeration cycles.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 2210 Calculus II, ES 2120 Dynamics, and CHEM 1020 General Chemistry I with C or better, or instructor consent.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ES 2330 - Fluid Dynamics

    This course introduces the fundamental aspects of fluid mechanics. Topics include hydrostatics, buoyancy, Bernoulli equation, Reynolds transport theorem, Navier-Stokes equations, pressure drop in piping systems, analysis of dimensionless groups and evaluation of centrifugal pumps.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 2210 Calculus III and CHEM 1020 General Chemistry I with C or better, ES 2120 Dynamics or PHYS 1310 College Physics I with C or better
    Grading: Letter
  

  • ES 2410 - Mechanics of Materials

    This course introduces the study of mechanics of materials.  Students determine the stresses, strains, and displacements in structures and their components due to the loads or constraints acting on them.  In addition, students investigate structural integrity by examining various failure mechanisms due to material properties or stability limitations.  To help analyze structures, students are introduced to shear and bending moment diagrams, application of singularity functions, work-energy methods, and Mohr’s Circle.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ES 2110 Statics and MATH 2205 Calculus II with C or better, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • FCSC 0000 - Any course from the FCSC department

    Choose any course from the FCSC department.
  

  • FCSC 1141 - Principles of Nutrition

    This introductory course provides students with a basic understanding of the human body’s nutritional needs and how foods from various groups meet these needs. The course explores basic human physiology, nutritional needs at various stages of life, and nutritional issues or disorders.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • FCSC 1470 - Internship in: Family and Consumer Science

    The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice. Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 6
    Comments: Instructor consent required.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • FCSC 2122 - Child Development Lab

    This course serves as a bridge between theory and application through experience in the observation of child growth and development from 0-7 years of age.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Cross-listed: EDEC 2122 Child Development Lab
    Grading: Letter
  

  • FCSC 2470 - Internship in Family and Consumer Science

    The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice. Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 6
    Comments: Instructor consent required.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • FDSC 0000 - Any course from the FDSC department

    Choose any course from the FDSC department.
  

  • FDSC 1400 - Intro to Meat Fabrication

    This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to break down a carcass safely and proficiently into retail cuts while preventing contamination.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Letter
  

  • FDSC 1420 - Primal to Retail Cuts

    This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to purchase primal cuts of meat in bulk and break them down into retail cuts. This effective cost savings method is the foundation of meat/deli counters in retail grocery stores.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Letter
  

  • FDSC 1430 - Meat Curing and Brining

    This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to cure and brine meat. This is the process of preserving meat by adding salt, sugar, seasonings, and/or nitrates for fermentation, drying, or smoking, all while preventing contamination.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 1
    Grading: Letter
 

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