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Course Descriptions

To find and select courses, it is important to understand IVCCD’s Course Numbering System. All courses are numbered in the same format with a three-letter prefix and a three-digit suffix. The prefix indicates the discipline; the suffix indicates the particular course. 

Career and Technical Credit Type – Career and technical education prepares students for a wide range of careers that require varying levels of education—from one-year diplomas to two-year AAS and AS college degrees. Up to 16 of these credits can be applied to an AA degree as electives.

Developmental Credit Type – Developmental credit classes do not apply towards any degree and are not calculated into the GPA.

Nursing Credit Type - Nursing classes have a requirement of ‘C’ or higher for successful completion of the course.

Standard Credit Type – These courses are transfer level courses. See advisors for how they will work for the student’s program.
 

Psychology
  

  • PSY 251 - Social Psychology

    AA Approved

    Prerequisites:
    Grade of D or better in PSY 111 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Learn research and theories on human behavior in social contexts. Emphasis is placed on social perception and cognition, social influence, aggression, stereotypes and helping.
  

  • PSY 917 - Experimental Course

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • PSY 920 - Field Experience

    Prerequisites:
    Grade of D or better in PSY 111 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Experience firsthand what it’s like to work in ‘a helping profession’ by working part-time in a social services agency. Learn the needs of your community while observing and assisting the professionals who serve.
  

  • PSY 927 - Honors Study

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    This course is designated as an honors course in psychology as a special project.
  

  • PSY 929 - Individual Projects

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Special topics as arranged with instructor.
  

  • PSY 941 - Practicum

    Prerequisites:
    PSY 111  and instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    An independent project involving on-site agency work experiencing psychology and its attending clinical intervention. May involve reading and research, and must meet specific academic goals.

Reading
  

  • RDG 036 - College Prep Reading

    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Development of the vocabulary, comprehension, and critical reading skills needed to assist students in becoming successful college students. Practical application in the content area and expository reading.
  

  • RDG 038 - College Preparatory Reading I

    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Designed to improve students’ reading, vocabulary, and thinking skills, to assist the student whose present reading level is not sufficiently developed to meet the requirements of college level assignments. The course is for students whose assessment scores indicate a need for supplemental work in reading.
  

  • RDG 039 - College Preparatory Reading II

    Prerequisites:
    COMPASS reading score of 57 or better, or RDG 038 
    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Designed to improve students’ basic reading skills.
  

  • RDG 053 - Academic Transitions Reading III

    Prerequisites:
    COMPASS reading score of 50-69
    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course is designed to introduce students with limited English proficiency to the written language skills that will be needed in order to be successful in academic classes and in the community. While its focus will be primarily on the graphically related skills of reading and writing, it will also introduce students to basic speaking and listening skills as well as expand vocabulary, grammar, and syntax knowledge.
  

  • RDG 054 - Academic Transitions Reading IV

    Prerequisites:
    COMPASS reading score of 70-79 or grade of C- or better in RDG 053 
    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This class continues a student’s development of the Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP) skills required for college reading success.
  

  • RDG 917 - Experimental Course

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • RDG 929 - Individual Projects

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Special topics as arranged with instructor.

Religion
  

  • REL 101 - Survey of World Religions

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Contributions of religions to world culture. Includes religions of America, Africa, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism, religions of China and Japan, religions of Iraq and Iran, Judaism, Christianity, Islam and new forms of religions.
  

  • REL 917 - Experimental Course

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.

Student Development
  

  • SDV 022 - Study Strategies

    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Strategies for improving textbook reading, note-taking, test-taking, and time management. Career choice guidance. Independent study or classroom setting.
  

  • SDV 108 - The College Experience

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Designed to direct students’ attention to the college academic culture, facilitate development of academic success skills and connect them to campus resources that will aid in their success. Students in this course will discuss issues important to college students, facilitate becoming actively involved in college life, act as a support group, encourage appreciation of cultural diversity, and provide insight into how to assure success at college.
  

  • SDV 111 - Success Seminar

    Prerequisites:
    None
    Corequisites:
    None

    1
    1 credit(s)

    Success Seminar acclimates students to college life and responsibilities. Students meet twice weekly for a half-term and discuss issues important to college students, develop tools for academic success, facilitate becoming actively involved in college life, act as a support group, encourage appreciation of cultural diversity, and provide insight into how to assure college success. 



    Course Learning Outcomes
    Define what it means to attend college, be successful in and out of the classroom, and create strategies that align with lifelong learning.

    Solve time management obstacles and set priorities in a planner or handbook.

    Organize study strategies that will effectively improve overall academic success.

    Apply critical thinking skills, effective communication strategies, and become an independent decision maker through classroom discussion.

    Select the appropriate academic pathways related to intended major and career choice to ensure successful completion of an academic plan.
  

  • SDV 113 - Strategies for Academic Success

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Strategies for improving textbook reading, note-taking, test-taking, and time management. Career choice guidance. Independent study or classroom setting.
  

  • SDV 135 - Job Seeking Skills

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    An examination of job seeking strategies with emphasis on the written and oral communications necessary to market one’s potential. Emphasis on developing effective application correspondence, follow-up correspondence, and interviewing techniques for use in a competitive job market occurs.
  

  • SDV 182 - Human Potential Seminar

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Positive-oriented group experience emphasizing and realizing potential, setting goals, and clarifying values.
  

  • SDV 185 - Advanced Human Potential Seminar

    Prerequisites:
    SDV 182 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Techniques to identify, prevent, resolve, and manage conflict.
  

  • SDV 194 - Team Building

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    This course is designed so that those taking it learn how to be both good team members and good team leaders. The course emphasizes hands-on learning/learning-by-doing or what is referred to, commonly, as experiential learning.
  

  • SDV 208 - The College Experience for International Students

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    This course introduces International students to United States college expectations, environment, and resources so that they may become more competent participants in the learning process. Emphasis is placed on accessing resources to enhance the International students’ experiences and success while studying in the United States.
  

  • SDV 917 - Experimental Course

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • SDV 927 - Honors Study

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    This course is designated as an honors course in student development as a special project.
  

  • SDV 929 - Individual Projects

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Special topics as arranged by the instructor.

Sociology
  

  • SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course is a beginning course in sociology with emphasis on terminology. This course examines the sociological research process, sociological theoretical perspectives, socialization, social structure, social interaction, group behavior, deviance, social inequality and social diversity (e.g., race, social class, gender), culture, social institutions (e.g., religion, family, education, government), and social change.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Identify historical and foundational concepts of sociology.
    2. Utilize various sociological theories to examine social behavior.
    3. Demonstrate an understanding of interrelationships between individuals and society.
    4. Highlight emerging patterns, policies, and social reactions towards social change.
  

  • SOC 115 - Social Problems

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course is designed to acquaint students with current social problems, social problem theories, and to suggest possible means of prevention, and solutions to those problems.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Explain how social problems are defined from various theoretical perspectives.
    2. Summarize the multifaceted reasons for the occurrence of social problems.
    3. Identify the impact of social problems on society.
    4. Contrast solutions for current social problems.
  

  • SOC 120 - Marriage and Family

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course examines and applies sociological principles to the life cycle of marriage and family. Topics include diverse family structures and contemporary social issues confronting families such as, but not limited to, dating, marriage, parenthood, family violence, divorce, and remarriage.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Identify various forms of family patterns.
    2. Examine sociological concepts and theoretical perspectives in the study of marriage and families.
    3. Compare trends of marriage and family relationships in the U.S. and the world.
    4. Highlight emerging patterns, policies, and social reactions towards dynamic family forms.
  

  • SOC 160 - Introduction to Social Work

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Introduces the principles of social work practice. Emphasis is on social work careers, practice settings, description of methods, skills and standards of practice, definitions of the helping role, survey of agencies and institutions, and an overview of social issues and client needs relative to social work practice.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Explain how social work is defined from various theoretical and practical perspectives.
    2. Summarize the multifaceted components of social work.
    3. Identify the impact of social workers to society.
    4. Highlight emerging patterns, policies, and social reactions towards social work practice.
  

  • SOC 210 - Men, Women and Society

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course explores men’s and women’s experiences in American society and how ideas about gender differences have played in shaping those experiences. Areas of inquiry will include, but are not limited to the construction of gender roles; the relationship between gender and social institutions; and, how the intersection of gender and other social statuses (e.g. race, class, sexual orientation) shape expectations and experiences.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Review historical shifts and contemporary issues concerning sex and gender.  
    2. Examine sociological concepts and theoretical perspectives in the study of sex and gender.
    3. Summarize the effects of current and past patterns of constructing sex, gender, and gender roles for individuals, communities, and for society.
    4. Identify activists, gender-based social movements, contemporary issues, and patterns of change relative to sex and gender.
  

  • SOC 917 - Experimental Course

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • SOC 927 - Honors Study

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    This course is designated as an honors course in sociology as a special project.
  

  • SOC 929 - Individual Projects

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Special assignment designed by student/instructor.

Speech
  

  • SPC 112 - Public Speaking

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Public Speaking develops oral communication skills. Students develop both speaking and listening skills, adjust to and audience, and prepare and deliver informative and persuasive speeches.
  

  • SPC 120 - Intercultural Communications

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    An introduction to theories and implications of intercultural communication as applied to the workplace and interpersonal relationships. Topics and activities are directed toward improving skills in intercultural competence.
  

  • SPC 122 - Interpersonal Communication

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course explores how humans communicate in one-on-one and group situations through personal and professional relationships. Special emphasis is placed on improving workplace communication in small and large group settings. Active listening skills and understanding how conversations influence our social environment are also highlighted.
  

  • SPC 917 - Experimental Course

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • SPC 929 - Individual Projects

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Specialized assignment designed by student/instructor.

Welding
  

  • WEL 103 - Oxy-Acetylene Welding & Brazing

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Fillet welds and brazing in the flat and horizontal positions. Oxy-Acetylene equipment safety, storage and nomenclature.
  

  • WEL 116 - General Welding

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Studies welding heat, polarities, and electrodes for use in joining ferrous metal by arc, mig, tig, and gas welding processes.
  

  • WEL 208 - Introduction to Fabrication

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Provides students with hands on fabrication basics used by welding industries. Covers lay out, reading blueprints, applied math, cost estimation, jigs and fixtures, and introduction to shearing, bending, drilling, sawing and other manufacturing processes.
  

  • WEL 228 - Introduction to Welding, Safety & Health of Welders: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    This course will provide students with orientation to the welding profession and will cover the basics of safety & health within the welding profession. This course aligns to SENSE Level 1, Module 1 and Module 2 - Key Indicators 1-6.
  

  • WEL 233 - Print Reading and Welding Symbol Interpretation: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Provides instruction in interpreting elements of welding prints (drawings or sketches), focusing on measurement, American Welding Society welding symbols, and fabrication requirements. Students will understand how to prepare, assemble and tack welding parts according to drawings or sketches, using proper materials and tools. This course aligns to SENSE Level 1 Module 3: Drawing and Welding Symbol Interpretation, Key Indicators 1 and 2.
  

  • WEL 244 - Gas Metal Arc Welding Short Circuit Transfer: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques of Gas Metal Arc Welding Short-Circuiting Transfer. Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on carbon steel, in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended. This course aligns with SENSE Level 1 Module 5 Key Indicators 1-7.
  

  • WEL 245 - Gas Metal Arc Welding Spray Transfer: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques of Gas Metal Arc Welding Spray Transfer. Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on carbon steel in flat and horizontal positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended for its successful completion. It aligns with SENSE Level 1 Module 5 Key Indicators 1, 2 and 8-12, as well as Module 2 - Indicator 7, Module 3-Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.
  

  • WEL 251 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding for Carbon Steel: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on carbon steel in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended for successful completion of this course. This course aligns to SENSE Level 1, Module 7 - Key Indicators 1-7, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7, Module 3- Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.
  

  • WEL 252 - Gus Tungsten Arc Welding for Aluminum: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques for gas tungsten arc welding. Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on aluminum in flat and horizontal positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended for successful completion of this course. This course aligns to SENSE Level I, Module 7 Key Indicators 1, 2 and 13 - 17, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7, Module 3- Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.
  

  • WEL 253 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding for Austenitic Stainless Steel: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on austenitic stainless steel in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended for successful completion of this course. This course aligns to SENSE Level I, Module 7 Key Indicators 1, 2 and 8-12 as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7, Module 3- Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.
  

  • WEL 254 - Welding Inspection and Testing Principles: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Students will visually examine test weldments and thermally cut surfaces per multiple welding codes, standards, and specifications. This course aligns to SENSE Level I, Module 9: Welding Inspection and Testing Principles.
  

  • WEL 262 - Thermal Cutting Processes I - Manual and Mechanized OxyFuel Cutting: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper safety, equipment setup and cutting techniques for manual and mechanized OxyFuel cutting on carbon steel. Students perform American Welding Society compliant cutting operations in the flat position. The student will also perform scarfing and gouging operations to remove base and weld metal in flat and horizontal positions on carbon steel. This course aligns to SENSE Level 1 Module 8 - Units 1 and 2, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7 and Module 9 - Key Indicator 1.
  

  • WEL 263 - Thermal Cutting Processes II - Plasma and Carbon Steel Arc: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper safety, equipment setup and cutting techniques for Plasma and Carbon steel Arc cutting on carbon steel, austenitic stainless steel, and aluminum. Students perform American Welding Society compliant cutting operations in the flat position. The student will also perform scarfing and gouging operations to remove base and weld metal in flat and horizontal positions. This course aligns to SENSE Level 1 Module 8 - Units 3 and 4, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7 and Module 9 - Key Indicator 1.
  

  • WEL 274 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Focuses on safety, amperage settings, polarity and the proper selection of electrodes for the shielded metal arc welding process. Students will perform American Welding Society compliant welds on carbon steel, using visual and destructive methods for determining weld quality. This course aligns to SENSE Level 1.
  

  • WEL 275 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding II: SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Focuses on safety, amperage settings, polarity and the proper selection of electrodes for the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (informally known as stick welding) process. Students perform American Welding Society complaint welds on carbon steel, in vertical up and overhead configurations, using visual and destructive methods for determining weld quality. This course aligns to SENSE Level 1 Module 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Key Indicators 1-7 for the flat and horizontal positions, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7, Module 3- Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.
  

  • WEL 280 - Flux Cored Arc Welding (Self-Shielded): SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques for Flux Cored Arc Welding Self-Shielded. Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on carbon steel in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended for its successful completion. It aligns to SENSE Level 1 Module 6 - Key Indicators 1, 2 and 8-12, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7, Module 3- Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.
  

  • WEL 281 - Flux Cored Arc Welding (Gas-Shielded): SENSE1

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Focuses on proper weld safety, machine setup and welding techniques for Flux Cored Arc Welding (Gas Shielded). Students perform American Welding Society compliant welds on carbon steel in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. This course will prepare students to take an AWS welder certification test, which is recommended for its successful completion. It aligns to SENSE Level 1, Module 6 - Key Indicators 1-7, as well as Module 2 - Key Indicator 7, Module 3- Key Indicator 3, and Module 9 - Key Indicator 2.
  

  • WEL 917 - Experimental Course

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.
 

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