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2017-18 RACC Student Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Programming |
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PRG 260 - Database Systems
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches relational fundamentals and SQL programming skills. Topics covered include relational database architecture, database design techniques, and simple and complex query skills. Topics covered include SQL functions, join techniques, database objects, and constraints. Extensive hands-on exercises are used throughout to reinforce learning and develop real competency.
Prerequisite(s): PRG 100 , IFT 110
Semesters Offered: Spring
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Psychology |
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PSY 100 - Personal Development
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide students with skills needed to be successful in the college environment and to enhance self-awareness, interpersonal communication, and decision-making skills.
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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PSY 120 - Interpersonal Relations & Communications
3 Credit Hours
The course investigates how individuals relate on a personal level. Consideration will be given to verbal and non-verbal communications.
Prerequisite(s): COM 040 or COM 041 or ESL 040 , COM 021 or ESL 020 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 208 - Development Across the Lifespan
3 Credit Hours
This course will involve study of the aspects of biological, social and cognitive development from the conception and prenatal period through old age and death.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 210 - Child Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course explores various theories of physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development from infancy through middle childhood.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 212 - Adolescent Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Adolescence is considered a distinctive phase of human development in this psychology course. The interaction of biological and psychological variables is examined to provide knowledge of the relationship and the manifestation of behavior attendant thereto which tends to occur during the period of adolescence. Theories advanced by major schools of psychology will be studied as well.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 214 - Psychology of Adulthood & Aging
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to fill the void in knowledge created by the assumption that adulthood is a period of unchanging life, and offers specific information which demonstrates the varying phases that adults experience. It directs students to alter their presumptions and assist them in developing skills to recognize variation in adult behavior as symptomatic of phase changes.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall
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PSY 220 - Psychology of Adjustment
3 Credit Hours
Mental Health focuses on the various forms of adjustment that individuals use to cope with stress, frustration, and pressures. Students will be given an opportunity to improve their coping skills - i.e., dealing with problems in a task-oriented rather than ego-oriented manner. Discussion will be held concerning the use of defenses and secondary gains in the different forms of psychopathology. In Mental Health, humans are viewed holistically as a product of physiological, psychological, social, and cultural factors.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring/Summer
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PSY 226 - Counseling Theories
3 Credit Hours
Students will examine the major theoretical counseling orientations and their therapeutic approaches. Specific areas examined include: Psychoanalytic Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Existential Therapy, Rational-Emotive Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Postmodern approaches, and other therapeutic approaches.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 and PSY 130
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PSY 230 - Abnormal Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on the various forms of abnormal behaviors exhibited by individuals. It will inquire into the maladaptive behaviors and problems exhibited by people and current procedures used therapeutically to help people function more fully.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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PSY 234 - Group Dynamics
3 Credit Hours
This course presents a broad, integrative overview of group dynamics in a highly interactive format. It is designed to meet the needs of Human Service and other students by introducing them to theory and research findings needed to effectively create and maintain productive groups; and, it helps build skills required to apply that knowledge in real-world situations in the workplace and many other group settings.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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PSY 235 - Social Psychology
3 Credit Hours
An analysis of the major thought systems, schools of psychology, and general theories of social psychology.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall and Spring
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PSY 240 - Educational Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Educational Psychology is a course designed to give students an introduction to the psychological principles in education. Learning styles, program, and methods will be explored. Educational implications of research on child development, cognitive science, learning, and teaching will be analyzed.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 245 - Biological Basis of Human Behavior
3 Credit Hours
Biological Basis of Human Behavior is a course designed to give the student a broad knowledge base of neurophysiology. This course will focus on applications of this knowledge base to adaptive and maladaptive human behaviors. The emphasis of this course is on brain structure and function and the neurophysiologic processes fundamental to learning and memory, reward, perception, hunger, thirst, sleep, sexual behavior, emotions, and psychological disorders. This course is designed to meet the needs of Psychology and other Social Science and Human Services students.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 250 - Sensation and Perception in Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course is an introduction to the biological processes of sensation and perception. The basics of neural anatomy, physiology and psychophysics will be covered. Some rudimentary concepts of how neuronal circuits affect sensory processes will be presented. Topics related to brain development, damage and abnormal functioning will also be discussed in light of modern theories of sensory system malfunction, Mechanisms of sensory processing in human and other mammalian brains will be discussed with some emphasis on human clinical techniques (e.g. magnetic resonance imaging and optical imaging). Three general levels are covered: a) the level of events in the peripheral sensory organ, b) the level of central nervous system, and c) the level of behavioral phenomena and sensory perceptual abilities.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall
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PSY 255 - Interpreting Lives: Rites of Passage, Personal History, & the Life Cycle (Honors)
3 Credit Hours
Same as ANT 255 & HIS 255 . See ANT 255 for course description.
Semesters Offered: TBA
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PSY 270 - Research Methods in Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Research methods in psychology as a course provides a venue for the application of basic research methods in psychology to include research design, data analysis, and interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , MAT 210 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 290 - Cooperative Education I
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 291 - Cooperative Education II
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 299 - Special Studies and Special Topics
Varies Credit Hours
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
Semesters Offered: See advisor
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RES 150 - Respiratory Care I
5 Credit Hours
The course is designed to develop a solid, practical knowledge of respiratory care. Lecture topics revolve around the etiology, manifestations and general management of obstructive lung diseases. Laboratory exercises include patient assessment, oxygen, humidity and aerosol administration, incentive spirometry, and chest physical therapy.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Respiratory Care Program by the Program Director and a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better for previous coursework, BIO 250 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall
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RES 200 - Cardiopulmonary Physiologic Processes
2 Credit Hours
This online course is designed to reinforce and refine the student’s knowledge of the structure and function of the cardio-pulmonary system. The course also introduces the student to the physiology of gas exchange mechanisms and acid/base balance, including arterial blood gas interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): ORI 103 , COM 121 , RES 150 , RES 212 with a 2.0 or better and a cumulative of 2.5 or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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RES 212 - Pharmacology
2 Credit Hours
This course includes the basic principles of pharmacology. Respiratory care drugs will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Respiratory Care Program by the Program Director and a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better for previous coursework, BIO 250 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall
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RES 227 - Respiratory Care II
8 Credit Hours
The course is designed to continue building a practical knowledge of respiratory care. Lecture topics include airway management, cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, a variety of noninvasive positive pressure modalities, arterial blood gas punctures, and advanced interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABG). Laboratory exercises that coincide with the lecture material will be provided. Basic respiratory care modalities will be practiced in the hospital setting on non-critical patients. The student will practice the administration of medical gas therapy, humidity and aerosol therapy with pharmacological agents, chest physical therapy and incentive spirometry. Patient assessment mechanisms will be observed and the student will practice techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ORI 103 , COM 121 , RES 150 , RES 212 with a 2.0 or better and a cumulative of 2.5 or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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RES 237 - Respiratory Care III
3 Credit Hours
The course is designed to develop a solid, practical knowledge of respiratory care within the critical care and diagnostics laboratory settings. Lecture topics include initiation, maintenance, and discontinuance of ventilatory support, non-invasive and invasive cardiopulmonary monitoring of the critically ill patient, chest x-ray interpretation, and basics of pulmonary function testing. Laboratory exercises will be provided for these modalities.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 255 , MAT 110 (or MAT 150 or MAT 160 , or MAT 210 ), PSY 130 or SOC 130 , and RES 227 with a 2.0 or better and a cumulative of 2.5 or better.
Semesters Offered: Summer
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RES 255 - Respiratory Care IV
10 Credit Hours
This course is designed to cover basic principles as well as more complex principles of critical respiratory care. Topics include a practical understanding of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, pathophysiology of respiratory failure, graphic representation of flow, volume and pressure on ventilatory support, newer modes of ventilation, invasive and non-invasive monitoring of the ventilated patients, nutrition of mechanically ventilated patients, pulmonary function regimens, chest x-ray, ECG interpretation, bronchoscopy, long term 02 therapy, airway care, and mechanical ventilation of critical respiratory care patients.
Prerequisite(s): , RES 237 with a 2.0 or better and a cumulative of 2.5 or better
Semesters Offered: Fall
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RES 265 - Respiratory Care V
12 Credit Hours
The course is a continuation of RES 255 covering more complex principles of respiratory care. Other topics include introduction to home care and a review to help prepare students for their National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) examinations.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 280 , COM 141 or COM 151 , and RES 255 with a 2.0 or better and a cumulative of 2.5 or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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SWK 110 - Introduction to Social Work
3 Credit Hours
This is an introductory course which identifies basic social problems, their causes, treatment, and the effects upon society. The course will put emphasis upon the role and function of the human services worker, the dynamics involved in the helping process, and the problems facing local social agencies which exist to respond to social problems in the community.
Prerequisite(s): COM 050 or COM 051 or , COM 061 or ESL 060
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring/Summer
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SWK 230 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment (HBSE)
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on human development across the lifespan in a multi-cultural context. In addition to exploring bio-psycho-social theories of development across the lifespan, students in the course will address the significance of the intersections of people and their environments. Further analysis will discuss the impact of social institutions on lifespan development. Various constructs from the Social Work profession will be utilized throughout the course. These include but are not limited to; Person in Environment Perspective (PIE), strengths-perspective, Problem Solving Process/Generalist Intervention Model, NASW Code of Ethics, and systems theory.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , SWK 110 , PSY 130 , SOC 130 , ANT 140 Recommended: PSY 208
Semesters Offered: Spring
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SWK 240 - Poverty & Social Welfare Policy
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on current social policy issues as they affect the following major areas of social work practice: poverty, aging, mental health, physical health, and child welfare. Social welfare policies are evaluated from social, economic, and political perspectives. The course provides a historical overview of the major social welfare policies to combat poverty and a critical appraisal of current welfare reform policies. Attention is given to the relationship between research knowledge about poverty and current policies. The effects of gender, ethnicity, and class on patterns of poverty and policy responses are also examined.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , SWK 110 COM 121
Semesters Offered: Fall
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SOC 120 - Organizational Behavior
3 Credit Hours
The formal structure of organizations will be considered. The interaction of groups within formal organizational structures will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): COM 050 or COM 051 or ESL 050 , COM 061 or ESL 060
Semesters Offered: TBA
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SOC 125 - The Individual & Society
3 Credit Hours
This is a course designed to help students cope with life as well as to acquaint them with the basic theory and knowledge of the social sciences. Information from psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science and economics is integrated to help students comprehend the operation of both their own and other social systems. The course emphasizes the relationship of individuals to these systems. It also encourages the development of attitudes and skills which will result in greater self-determination of lifestyle for individuals in contemporary society.
Prerequisite(s): COM 050 or COM 051 or ESL 050 , COM 061 or ESL 060
Semesters Offered: All
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SOC 130 - Sociology
3 Credit Hours
Basic theory, methodology, and knowledge from the field of sociology are the subjects of this course. Concepts such as group, role, norm, status, stratification, socialization, social control, and deviance are discussed. Utilizing various cultures at various times as examples, the understanding of social change is promoted.
Prerequisite(s): COM 050 or COM 051 or ESL 050 , COM 061 or ESL 060
Semesters Offered: All
This course satisfies the core competency for
Cultural Understanding.
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SOC 131 - Sociology (Honors)
3 Credit Hours
Basic theory, methodology, and knowledge from the field of sociology are the subjects of this course. Concepts such as group, role, norm, status, stratification, socialization, social control, and deviance are discussed. Utilizing various cultures at various times as examples, the understanding of social change is promoted. Honors courses involve more in-depth study than non-honors courses and often involve exploratory learning, essay writing, collaborative activities and individualized research.
Prerequisite(s): COM 050 or COM 051 or ESL 050 , COM 061 or ESL 060
Semesters Offered: TBA
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SOC 210 - Social Problems
3 Credit Hours
Basic social problems, their causes, controls, and effects upon society will be explored. The course also focuses upon the identification of current social issues and the role of social policy making in implementation of social problems and change.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122
Semesters Offered: Spring
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SOC 220 - The Family
3 Credit Hours
This course examines the family from the interdisciplinary viewpoint of sociology, psychology, and cultural anthropology with special emphasis on the American family. The course includes family and personality, universal patterns, cultural and social variations of family structures, problems in family life, and reorganization of the family.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130
Semesters Offered: Fall/Summer
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SOC 230 - Sociology of Gender
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the evidence gathered by social scientists in their attempts to resolve the nature-nurture dispute about the origin of the observed average male-female differences in preferences, abilities, and behavior. It also considers the strategies that are being employed or planned to eliminate sexist obstacles that hinder the full achievement of individual potentials.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , SOC 125 or SOC 130
Semesters Offered: TBA
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SOC 290 - Cooperative Education I
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA
Semesters Offered: All
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SOC 291 - Cooperative Education II
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA
Semesters Offered: All
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SOC 299 - Special Studies and Special Topics
Varies Credit Hours
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
Prerequisite(s): See advisor
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SPA 101 - Spanish I
3 Credit Hours
Spanish I introduces the four basic elements of Spanish language acquisition: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Using these skills, students will learn to communicate in Spanish at an introductory level. In addition, students will explore the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries, with emphasis on the Caribbean and South America.
Semesters Offered: All
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 102 - Spanish II
3 Credit Hours
Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I. In this course, studetns will expand their knowledge of the language with emphasis on reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Using these skills, students will be able to communicate at an intermediate level. In addition, students will explore the cultures of Mexico and Central America.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 101
Semesters Offered: All
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 201 - Spanish III
3 Credit Hours
Spanish III is a continuation of Spanish II. In this course, students will expand their knowledge of the language with emphasis on reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Using these skills, students will be able to communicate at an intermediate/advanced level. In addition, students will explore the cultures of Spain.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 102
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 202 - Spanish IV
3 Credit Hours
Spanish IV is a continuation of Spanish III. The focus of this course is to enhance the appreciation for the Spanish language and cultures through the use of Spanish films. Specifically, orally and in writing, students will analyze the plot, describe the main characters, and explain the cross-cultural message(s) incorporated in selected movies.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 201 or permission of instructor
Semesters Offered: Spring
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 205 - Intermediate to Advanced Conversational Spanish
3 Credit Hours
This course will offer students the opportunity to work on accent reduction, intonation, and fluency necessary to increase confidence in the Spanish language. The focus of the course is to practice Spanish while increasing understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures. Specifically, students will have an opportunity to practice interviewing skills, plan a trip, and make presentations on topics such as art, literature, and celebrations pertinent to the Latino world. Auditory skills will be enhanced by listening to and viewing Spanish media, such as television, radio, and films.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 201 or higher (or approval from the Instructor)
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SPA 299 - Special Studies and Special Topics
Varies Credit Hours
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
Semesters Offered: See advisor
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPE 100 - Introduction to Special Education
3 Credit Hours
This course is intended to give students a foundation of knowledge about the nature and needs of children with special needs and their families. It introduces the students to federal and state laws and regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), classifications of disabilities, service options, and procedural safeguards. Current issues, research, and techniques for education students with disabilities are reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): COM 050 or COM 051 or ESL 050 , COM 061 or ESL 060
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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THE 120 - Introduction to Theater
3 Credit Hours
Introduction to Theater introduces students to the collaboration among playwright, actors, production team and audience. While examining theater as it represents culture, students will see how each of the stakeholers in a production reads a script differently. In addition, students will gain an overview of the research, planning and decision-making necessary to interpret themes on stages for a live audience.
Prerequisite(s): COM 051 or ESL 050 and COM 061 or ESL 060
Semesters Offered: TBA
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THE 122 - Acting I
3 Credit Hours
In Acting I students will explore the basics of acting. They will learn methods of acting used over the centuries to perform monologues, dialogues and ensemble work. They also will analyze their own and their classmates’ performances. Through course activities students will practice skills, learn vocabulary and develop techniques to improve their acting ability.
Prerequisite(s): COM 051 or ESL 050 and COM 061 or ESL 060 with a grade of “C” or higher
Semesters Offered: TBA
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THE 124 - Acting II
3 Credit Hours
Acting II is a continuation of the principles learned in Acting I and focused on preparing roles from specific dramatic texts. Students will combine acting theory and practice to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the methods used in approaching monologues and scenes. Students will build upon their portfolios as well as re-enforce audition techniques. They will enhance the basic skills required for working with modern dramatic texts along with at least one text featuring heightened poetic language. Through course activities, students will continue to practice and improve acting skills and techniques, analyze their own work and the work of their peers, and learn new subject-specific vocabulary.
Prerequisite(s): THE 122 or permission of the instructor.
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WEB 100 - Web Design I - HTML
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches students how to plan and design a website using fundamental web design principles. Students also learn several criteria to evaluate and analyze web page designs. The course focuses on creating sites that are user-oriented and which information easily and quickly. The course teaches the use of basic and intermediate level HTML. Additional topics include web typography, effective use of color and graphics, page layout techniques, and publishing and maintaining websites.
Prerequisite(s): COM 061 or ESL 060 , MAT 020
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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WEB 115 - Web Design II - Web Authoring Software
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches students to use the industry standard Web design application Adobe Dreamweaver. Students will design and author a website that is user-friendly, portable and easy to modify. Topics of this course include the use of tables for flexible layout and design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), selected JavaScript behaviors, the appropriate use of color, and effective navigation strategies. At the completion of the course, students will have designed, created, and tested a website.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 100
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 200 - E-Commerce
3 Credit Hours
This course provides students with an understanding of the environment of Internet-based selling of products and services. Students are introduced to the world of E-commerce through consideration of concepts including the role of the Internet as a component of a comprehensive marketing program, the development of an effective commercial website, and the use of the Internet as a payment mechanism.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 100 , WEB 100
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 215 - Web Design Graphics
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches students to use Adobe Fireworks, a professional graphics application, for the creation and editing of website graphics. Students learn the basic and advanced tools in Fireworks. Students also create vector and bitmap graphics. Techniques for efficiency such as using symbols and layers are practiced throughout the course. Students learn to create navigation bars, rollover buttons, image maps, and pop-up menus for sophisticated, user-friendly web pages. Concurrently: WEB 115
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 225 - Multimedia for the Web
3 Credit Hours
Multimedia for websites includes audio, video, and animation. This course teaches students how to create theses elements in a variety of formats, and incorporate them into websites using industry-standard software.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 215
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 230 - Web Databases
3 Credit Hours
The student will learn how to use PHP to add functionality and interactivity to websites. Students will also be able to manipulate online Access and MySQL databases with PHP scripting.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 115
Semesters Offered: Fall
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WEB 240 - Responsive Design
3 Credit Hours
Responsive Web Design (RWD) is an approach to web design aimed at creating sites that provide an optimal viewing experience across devices ranging from desktop computer monitors to mobile phones. In this course, students will learn to employ the principles of responsive design by utilizing flexible grids, flexible images, and media queries.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 115
Semesters Offered: Spring
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