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PST-169: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. null *368 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:9
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:21
Clinic Credits:0

PST-171: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *16 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PST-172: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *48 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

PST-173: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *80 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0

PST-174: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *128 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

PST-175: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *176 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:9
Clinic Credits:0

PST-176: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *224 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:6
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:12
Clinic Credits:0

PST-177: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *272 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:7
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:15
Clinic Credits:0

PST-178: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *320 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:8
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:18
Clinic Credits:0

PST-179: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. null *368 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.
Total Credits:9
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:21
Clinic Credits:0

PST-189: NCDOJ Professional Certification Program

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is the Professional Certificate program regulated by NCDOJ. A certificate of completion and associated transcript for the program must be provided and retained on file.
Total Credits:9
Class Credits:9
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-118: Interpersonal Psychology

This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-150: General Psychology

This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology.

Course Prerequisites: Complete one: Complete ENG-002 with a grade of P1 or higher; Place out of ENG-002; Complete ENG-025; Place out of ENG-025
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-237: Social Psychology

This course introduces the study of individual behavior within social contexts. Topics include affiliation, attitude formation and change, conformity, altruism, aggression, attribution, interpersonal attraction, and group behavior. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of social influences on behavior.

Course Prerequisites: Take One: PSY-150 or SOC-210 Take PSY-150 or SOC-210, Minimum grade C
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-239: Psychology of Personality

This course covers major personality theories and personality research methods. Topics include psychoanalytic, behavioristic, social learning, cognitive, humanistic, and trait theories including supporting research. Upon completion, students should be able to compare and contrast traditional and contemporary approaches to the understanding of individual differences in human behavior.

Course Prerequisites: Take PSY-150 Take PSY-150 Minimum grade C
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-241: Developmental Psychology

This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span.

Course Prerequisites: Take PSY-150 Take PSY-150 Minimum grade C
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-259: Human Sexuality

This course provides the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of human sexuality and related research. Topics include reproductive biology, sexual and psychosexual development, sexual orientation, contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual disorders, theories of sexuality, and related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an overall knowledge and understanding of human sexuality.

Course Prerequisites: Take PSY-150 Take PSY-150 Minimum grade C
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-263: Educational Psychology

This course examines the application of psychological theories and principles to the educational process and setting. Topics include learning and cognitive theories, achievement motivation, teaching and learning styles, teacher and learner roles, assessment, and developmental issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the application of psychological theory to educational practice.

Course Prerequisites: Take PSY-150 Take PSY-150 Minimum grade C
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-265: Behavioral Modification

This course is an applied study of factors influencing human behavior and strategies for behavioral change. Emphasis is placed on cognitive-behavioral theory, behavioral assessment, practical applications of conditioning techniques, and maintenance of adaptive behavior patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to implement basic learning principles to effect behavioral changes in self and others.

Course Prerequisites: Take PSY-150 Take PSY-150 Minimum grade C
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PSY-281: Abnormal Psychology

This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demonstrate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic techniques.

Course Prerequisites: Take PSY-150 Take PSY-150 Minimum grade C
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PTC-110: Industrial Environment

This course introduces the pharmaceutical industry, including a broad overview of work in this field. Emphasis is placed on good manufacturing practices (GMP), work conduct, company organization, job expectations, personal safety, hygiene, and company rules and regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to follow good manufacturing practice regulations and inspect a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility for compliance with GMP.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

PTC-210: Pharmaceutical Industrial Processes

This course examines the manufacturing processes for selected pharmaceutical dosage forms. Emphasis is placed on manufacturing and testing of tablets, capsules, sustained release drugs, solutions, emulsions, suspensions, creams, ointments, aerosols, and sterile products. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the processing steps and test procedures for these dosage forms.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

PTC-212: Applied Microbiology

This course covers microbiology as it applies to the pharmaceutical industry. Emphasis is placed on types of microorganisms and identification, culture, sterilization, and contamination control. Upon completion, students should be able to explain how microbiology and microbiological control are important to the pharmaceutical industry.

Course Prerequisites: Take One: BIO-110 or BIO-111
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

PTC-226: Validation

This course covers the methods used in pharmaceutical process and product validation. Emphasis is placed on manufacturing processes, specific dosage forms, FDA rationale, and documentation requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to write a validation protocol and perform validation studies for a variety of pharmaceutical applications.

Course Prerequisites: Take BPM-110 or BTC-181
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-110: Radiography Introduction & Patient Care

This course provides an overview of the radiography profession and student responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on basic principles of patient care, radiation protection, technical factors, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic skills in these areas.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-111: RAD Procedures I

This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, bony thorax and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-112: RAD Procedures II

This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the skull, spine, and gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.

Course Prerequisites: Take RAD-110, RAD-111 and RAD-151
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-121: Image Production I

This course provides the basic principles of radiographic image production. Emphasis is placed on image production, x-ray equipment, receptor exposure, and basic imaging quality factors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic principles of radiographic image production.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-122: Image Production II

This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on advanced digital principles and production. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced principles of digital imaging production.

Course Prerequisites: Take RAD-121
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-141: Radiation Safety

This course covers the principles of radiation protection and radiobiology. Topics include the effects of ionizing radiation on body tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and personnel, and radiation monitoring devices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects and uses of radiation in diagnostic radiology.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-151: RAD Clinical Ed I

This course introduces patient management and basic radiographic procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the chest and extremities, manipulating equipment, and applying principles of ALARA. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:6

RAD-161: RAD Clinical Ed II

This course provides additional experience in patient management and in more complex radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:15

RAD-171: RAD Clinical Ed III

This course provides experience in patient management specific to advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and transitioning to mastering positioning of advanced studies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:9

RAD-181: RAD Clinical Elective

This course provides advanced knowledge of clinical applications. Emphasis is placed on enhancing clinical skills. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete the clinical course objectives.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:3

RAD-211: Radiographic Procedures III

This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard and specialty radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiographic specialty procedures, advanced imaging, radiographic pathology and image analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these areas.

Course Prerequisites: Take RAD-111 and RAD-112
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-231: Image Production III

This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on complex imaging production and principles, quality control and quality assurance in the imaging sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced radiographic equipment and quality control programs.

Course Prerequisites: Take RAD-121 and RAD-122
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RAD-251: RAD Clinical Ed IV

This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering all basic radiographic procedures and to attain experience in advanced areas. Emphasis is placed on equipment operation, pathological recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and further awareness of radiation protection requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Total Credits:7
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:21

RAD-261: Radiographic Clinical Education V

This course is designed to enhance expertise in all radiographic procedures, patient management, radiation protection, and image production and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on developing an autonomous approach to the diversity of clinical situations and successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Total Credits:7
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:21

RAD-271: Radiography Capstone

This course provides an opportunity to exhibit problem-solving skills required for certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of didactic and clinical components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge required of an entry-level radiographer.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-110: Introduction to Respiratory Care

This course introduces the role of the respiratory care practitioner within interprofessional teams and interacting with diverse populations. Topics include medical gas administration, basic patient assessment, infection control, and medical terminology using proper written and oral communication methods to prepare students for clinical practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-111: Therapeutics/Diagnostics

This course provides emphasis on therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Topics include applying problem solving strategies in the patient care setting, applying ethical principles in decision making, and practicing professional responsibilities, which will prepare students for clinical practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-110
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:4
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-112: Patient Management

This course provides entry-level skills in respiratory care procedures in acute and non-acute care settings. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic modalities and physiological effects, monitoring mechanical ventilation, and problem-solving strategies based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-111
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-113: RCP Pharmacology

This course covers the drugs used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on the uses, actions, indications, administration, and hazards of pharmacological agents. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence though written evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-132
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-114: C-P Anatomy & Physiology

This course provides a concentrated study of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology essential to the practice of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on cardiovascular and pulmonary physiology, acid/base balance, and blood gas interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written evaluation.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-110 Take RCP-115
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-115: C-P Pathophysiology

This course introduces the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical signs and symptoms, diagnoses, prognoses, complications, and management of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on developing, evaluating, and modifying respiratory care plans based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in cardio-pulmonary disease concepts through written evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-110 Take RCP-114
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-123: Special Practice Lab

This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-132
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-132: RCP Clinical Practice I

This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-110 Take RCP-113
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:6

RCP-143: RCP Clinical Practice II

This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-110 Take RCP-111 Take RCP-132
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:9

RCP-153: RCP Clinical Practice III

This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-111 Take RCP-143
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:9

RCP-210: Critical Care Concepts

This course provides further refinement of acute patient care and underlying pathophysiology. Topics include a continuation in the application and management of mechanical ventilation, assessment underlying pathophysiology, and introduction of critical care monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-112
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-211: Advanced Monitoring/Procedures

This course includes advanced information gathering and decision making for the respiratory care professional using evidence-based respiratory care protocols. Topics include advanced cardiac monitoring, special procedures, respiratory care protocols, and disease management. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, recommend, and independently modify respiratory care protocols through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-210
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-214: Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care

This course provides comprehensive coverage of the concepts of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiology, patient assessment and special therapeutic needs of neonates and children based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the neonatal and pediatric respiratory care concepts through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-111
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-215: Career Preparation

This course provides an overview of respiratory therapy concepts in preparation for credentialing exam. Emphasis is placed on registry preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of respiratory therapy and be prepared for successful completion of the credentialing process.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-210
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-222: Special Practice Lab

This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-123
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-223: Special Practice Lab

This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-222
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

RCP-235: RCP Clinical Practice IV

This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-111 Take RCP-210 Take RCP-153
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:15

RCP-245: RCP Clinical Practice V

This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

Course Prerequisites: Take RCP-210 Take RCP-211 Take RCP-235
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:15

REF-116: Commercial Systems I

This course introduces and compares various commercial refrigeration systems. Topics include service, repair, and diagnostic procedures for commercial systems and components, as well as evacuation, charging, startup, and evaluation. Upon completion, students should be able to use appropriate tools, instruments, and procedures to service and install basic refrigeration systems or components.

Course Prerequisites: Take AHR-115
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

REF-117: Refrigeration Controls

This course covers the design, operation, function, and schematics of basic control systems used in the refrigeration industry. Topics include proper control application, selection, and use of test instruments; simple control wiring; and the use of schematics as a troubleshooting tool. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical malfunctioning components.

Course Prerequisites: Take One: AHR-110, AHR-111, or ELC-111
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

REL-110: World Religions

This course introduces the world's major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied.

Course Prerequisites: Complete one: Complete ENG-002 with a grade of P1 or higher; Place out of ENG-002; Complete ENG-025; Place out of ENG-025
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

REL-211: Introduction to Old Testament

This course is a survey of the literature of the Hebrews with readings from the law, prophets, and other writings. Emphasis is placed on the use of literary, historical, archeological, and cultural analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand Old Testament literature.

Course Prerequisites: Complete one: Complete ENG-002 with a grade of P1 or higher; Place out of ENG-002; Complete ENG-025; Place out of ENG-025
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

REL-212: Introduction to New Testament

This course is a survey of the literature of first-century Christianity with readings from the gospels, Acts, and the Pauline and pastoral letters. Topics include the literary structure, audience, and religious perspective of the writings, as well as the historical and cultural context of the early Christian community. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand New Testament literature.

Course Prerequisites: Complete one: Complete ENG-002 with a grade of P1 or higher; Place out of ENG-002; Complete ENG-025; Place out of ENG-025
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SAB-110: Intro to Addiction & Recovery Studies

This course provides an overview of the core concepts in addiction and recovery. Topics include the history of substance use, effects on society members, treatment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the origins of substance use, addiction, prevention, treatment, and recovery.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SAB-120: Intake and Assessment

This course covers processes for rapport building and procedures used to identify and evaluate individuals' strengths and weaknesses. Topics include diagnostic evaluation and placement, effective interviewing and communication techniques, and use of assessment tools. Upon completion, students should be able to establish rapport with individuals, recognize disorders, and obtain information for referrals and placement.

Course Prerequisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SAB-135: Addictive Process

This course covers the physical, emotional, psychological, and cultural aspects of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on disorders related to addictions to alcohol, drugs, food, sex, work, gambling, internet, and relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the effects, prevention strategies, and treatment methods associated with addictive disorders.

Course Prerequisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SAB-210: Addiction & Recovery Counseling

This course provides theory and skills acquisition by utilizing intervention strategies designed to obtain therapeutic information, support recovery, and prevent relapse. Topics include counseling individuals and dysfunctional families, screening instruments, counseling techniques and approaches, recovery and relapse, and special populations. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss issues critical to recovery, identify intervention models, and initiate a procedure culminating in cognitive/behavioral change.

Course Prerequisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

SAB-240: Diversity, Ethics, & Trends in Addiction & Recovery

This course introduces systems of diversity, ethics, and trends in addiction and recovery. Topics include confidentiality, assessment of personal values, professional responsibilities, competencies, and ethics relative to multicultural service provision. Upon completion, students should be able to apply and discuss multiple diversity and ethical scenarios applicable to addiction and recovery services.

Course Prerequisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SEC-110: Security Concepts

This course introduces the concepts and issues related to securing information systems and the development of policies to implement information security controls. Topics include the historical view of networking and security, security issues, trends, security resources, and the role of policy, people, and processes in information security. Upon completion, students should be able to identify information security risks, create an information security policy, and identify processes to implement and enforce policy.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SEC-160: Security Administration I

This course provides an overview of security administration with an emphasis on designing secure network architectures. Topics include networking technologies, TCP/IP fundamentals, network protocols, traffic analysis, monitoring strategies, and established security best practices. Upon completion, students should be able to use advanced network analysis tools to monitor network traffic and develop security measures to safeguard against various threats.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

SEC-193A: Selected Topics in Security Concepts

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0

SEC-285: Systems Security Project

This course provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills from the systems security program. Topics include crafting and implementing effective security policies, planning processes, defining procedures, ensuring business continuity, achieving compliance, conducting audits, performing security tests, and designing secure system architectures. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement comprehensive security solutions.

Course Prerequisites: Take All: CTI-110, CTI-120, and CTS-115
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0

SEL-191: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SEL-192: Selected Topics in _________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in the specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

SEL-193: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:9
Clinic Credits:0

SEL-291: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon Completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SEL-292: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

SEL-293: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on the subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:9
Clinic Credits:0

SEM-196: Seminar in _____________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the developmental of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SEM-197: Seminar in _____________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

SEM-198: Seminar in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:9
Clinic Credits:0

SEM-296: Seminar in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, student should be able to analyze issues and establish informed opinions.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SEM-297: Seminar in ____________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

SEM-298: Seminar in __________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:9
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-111: Introduction to Simulation and Game Development

This course provides students with an introduction to simulation and game development. Topics include setting, storytelling, narrative, character design, interface design, game play, internal economy, core mechanics, game genres, AI, the psychology of game design and professionalism. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the major aspects of simulation and game design and development.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-112: SGD Design I

This course introduces the fundamentals of simulation and game design. Topics include industry standards and design elements for simulation and games. Upon completion, students should be able to design simple simulations and/or games.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-113
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-113: SGD Programming I

This course introduces the fundamentals of programming languages and tools employed in simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on programming concepts used to create simulations and games. Upon completion, students should be able to program simple games and/or simulations.

Course Prerequisites: Take MAT-003 or MAT-035 or MAT-025
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-114: SGD 3D Modeling I

This course introduces the tools required to create three-dimensional (3D) models. Emphasis is placed on exploring tools used to create 3D models. Upon completion, students should be able to create and animate 3D models using 3D modeling tools.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-116
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-116: SGD Graphic Design Tools

This course introduces students to computer-based graphic design tools and their use within the context of simulation and game design. Topics include texture creation, map creation, and introduction to advanced level graphic design techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to competently use and explain industry-standard graphic design software.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-117: Art for Games

This course introduces students to the basic principles of art and how they apply to simulations and games. Emphasis is placed on learning to develop industry quality concept art for characters and other assets, as well as techniques needed to create such art. Upon completion, students should be able to create their own industry standard concept art for use in SGD projects.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-116
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-134: SGD Quality Assurance

This course provides an introduction to software quality assurance as it relates to simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on designing testing tools, bug databases, and on learning methodologies required for systematic, detail-oriented testing procedures for the simulation and game industry. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the proper skills to obtain a job as a quality assurance tester in the simulation/game industry.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-135: Serious Games

This course provides students with an overview of serious games and their applications in immersive learning and education. Emphasis is placed on developing games for education, corporate training, and medical/military simulations. Upon completion, students should be able to design their own serious games.

Course Prerequisites: Take ENG-111 SGD-112 SGD-116
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-158: SGD Business Management

This course introduces the business side of the interactive game industry. Emphasis will be placed on licenses, serious games, psychological profiling, publisher/developer relations, and contract negotiation skills. Upon completion, students should be able to understand how a game evolves from concept to the customer.

Course Prerequisites: Take ENG-111, SGD-111 and SGD-163
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-159: SGD Production Management

This course introduces the techniques and methods used in interactive game production and how to manage a project. Emphasis is placed on scheduling, production plans, marketing and budgeting. Upon completion, students should be able to manage a team, track production, and understand the process of project management.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-111 and SGD-112
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-162: SGD 3D Animation I

This course introduces the fundamental principles of 3D animation used in simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on a historical survey of 3D animation, aspects of the 3D animation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to produce 3D character sketches, morph simple objects, create walk and run cycles and develop professional storyboards.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-114
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-163: SGD Documentation

This course introduces the techniques and methods used to create simulation and game production and design documents. Emphasis is placed on the design document to include scheduling, production plans, marketing, and budgeting. Upon completion, students should be able to create, design, and produce documents for any simulation or game.

Course Prerequisites: Take 1 group: SGD-111 and ENG-002 SGD-111 and ENG-025 SGD-111 and ENG-111
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-165: SGD Character Development

This course introduces the concepts needed to create fictional personalities for use in digital videos, animations, simulations, and games. Topics include aspects of character, developing backgrounds, mannerisms, and voice. Upon completion, students should be able to develop characters and backgrounds for simulations and games.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-114 and SGD-117
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-166: SGD Physiology & Kinesis Kinesiology

This course introduces the principles of simulation and game development. Topics include analysis of the human form and other living organisms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the physiology and kinesiology concepts related to simulation and game development.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-167: SGD Ethics

This course introduces principles of philosophy and ethics as they relate to simulation and game development. Topics include moral philosophy and ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss philosophical and ethical issues related to simulation and game development.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-111 and SGD-112
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-168: SGD Mobile Programming I

This course introduces the mobile simulation and game programming process. Topics include mobile simulation/game programming, performance tuning, animation, sound effects, music, and mobile networks. Upon completion, students should be able to apply simulation/game programming concepts to the creation of mobile simulations and games.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-113
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

SGD-172: SGD Virtual Environments

This course covers the use of virtual reality tools and techniques in simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on acquiring the skills necessary to create scalable virtual characters and environments for use in simulations and games. Upon completion, students should be able to create a simple game or simulation in a virtual environment.

Course Prerequisites: Take SGD-114
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0