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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.
 

Dental Assistant
  

  • DEA 428 - Laboratory Procedures

    Prerequisites:
    DEA 252 , DEA 402 , and DEA 503 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Applies laboratory and selected clinical application of dental specialties. Includes identification of armamentarium, coronal polish techniques, application of fluoride, fabrication of specialty appliances and temporaries, as well as the basic principles of denture repair.
  

  • DEA 503 - Principles of Dental Assisting

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    4.5 credit(s)

    Provides instruction on the principles of clinical chair side dental assisting: dental equipment use, care, maintenance, and safety; oral evacuation and instrument transfer; instrument identification; and tray set-ups by procedures for oral diagnosis, operative dentistry, and anesthesia. Emphasis is on patient management during restorative procedures, including applied infection control methods.
  

  • DEA 550 - Assisting Clinic I

    Prerequisites:
    Completion of all first semester courses; completion of or enrollment in second semester courses
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    One day per week clinical application of dental assisting skills in the MCC dental clinic working with two licensed dentists providing quality dentistry to the public. Includes recording and sharing clinical experiences with classmates in a seminar setting. Also encompasses CPR training, job-seeking skills, and preparation for state and national boards.
  

  • DEA 551 - Assisting Clinic II

    Prerequisites:
    DEA 550 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    One day per week clinical application of dental assisting skills in a contracted extramural general dental office or clinic. Includes recording and sharing clinical experiences with classmates in a seminar setting.
  

  • DEA 552 - Assisting Clinic III

    Prerequisites:
    DEA 551 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Six week, five days per week clinical application of dental assisting skills in one or more contracted extramural dental offices or clinics. May include specialty dental practice assignments as well as general dental practice assignments. Includes final preparation for Dental Assisting National Board Exam (CDA) as well as Iowa Board of Dental Examiners Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) exams.
  

  • DEA 603 - Dental Specialties

    Prerequisites:
    DEA 503 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Introduction to dental specialties. Examines the essential components, clinical procedures performed, and armamentarium (instruments/equipment) used in various dental specialties. Students will learn the interactive roles of each dental team member in the practice of dental specialties. Includes an introduction to clinical advances and new trends in dentistry.
  

  • DEA 702 - Dental Office Procedures

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Reception procedures: appointment book control; filing; clinical and financial record keeping; patient financial arrangements; third-party claims; recall systems; office equipment; collection procedures; office disbursement and payroll records; tax reports; mailing procedures; supplies and inventory. Instruction is all provided in computer applications relating to these office management procedures.

Film and Theatre
  

  • DRA 102 - Elements of Theatre

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    An exploration into all elements of theater with emphasis on the audience as receptive and perceptive participants.
  

  • DRA 110 - Introduction to Film

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This class focuses on the history, development, and art of motion pictures and the movie industry. It is designed to develop an appreciative and critical understanding of storytelling through the motion picture. The course emphasizes the component parts of a film, including directing, acting, editing, cinematography, visual design, special effects, color and sound, the film industry, and the cultural importance of cinema as art. Students will explore the above aspects by viewing, analyzing, and responding to selected movies and clips which demonstrate the various filmmaking aspects.
  

  • DRA 120 - Introduction to Stage Management

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    The student will learn the processes and procedures of backstage organization and management in order to be a stage manager for theater and film production.
  

  • DRA 130 - Acting I

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    An introduction to the basic elements of acting based on the Stanislavski System. Students will learn script and character analysis through both monologues and scene work. Vocal and physical exercises will be emphasized to help students control both voice and body while on stage or on camera.
  

  • DRA 150 - Play Production

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Join our play production team onstage as an actor or behind the scenes. Actors need to attend auditions. All other students interested in working behind the scenes in stage management and assistant to directors and designers also need to sign up at auditions.
  

  • DRA 160 - Production Studio

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Join a running crew backstage to build and operate all the technical elements of a production. No experience necessary - we will teach you all you need to know.
  

  • DRA 164 - Drafting Scenery

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    If you can dream it, you can draft it! Join us to explore pencil and computer drafting for the entertainment industry. Emphasis will be placed on drawings required for theatrical set design.
  

  • DRA 165 - Stagecraft

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    The student will develop hands on knowledge of methods and principles of backstage production by way of lab and lecture periods. As an introductory level course, the student will gain basic skills and a working vocabulary in scenery, costume, lighting, sound, property construction, scene painting, and stage management.
  

  • DRA 169 - Drafting Light Plots

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Learn how to map out a light plot for television and theater production. Pencil drafting and computer aided drafting instruction for Vectorworks Spotlight and Lightwrite software.
  

  • DRA 190 - Lighting Design Technology I

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    If you have ever wanted to design lighting for a rock concert, a play or for television join us for an introduction to lighting history, the lighting chain, instrumentation, dimming and control systems, lighting maintenance and safety, lighting rig and focus.
  

  • DRA 195 - Scene Design Technology I

    Prerequisites:
    DRA 165 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Learn how to build those fantastic sets you see for a Broadway show or a community theater production. This class will teach you all the basics to the mechanics and principles of set design for box sets and scenery for the proscenium stage.
  

  • DRA 917 - Experimental Course

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • DRA 929 - Individual Projects

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

    Specialized assignment designed by student/instructor.
  

  • DRA 932 - Summer Repertory Internship

    Prerequisites:
    DRA 165  and DRA 190 , DRA193, DRA 195 , or DRA197
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    The student will fulfill a crew head position in technical theater for the summer repertory program and be a member of the production build team for the summer program. This is a summer intensive program.
  

  • DRA 953 - Theater Practicum

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    Production Assignment credit for a production position with the local high school, local community theater, regional professional theater or film company.

Diesel
  

  • DSL 837 - Commercial Driver’s License & Tools

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    1.5 credit(s)

    Covers certification for Commercial Driver’s License concepts. Students will learn concepts that may lead to obtaining a CDL license, as well as learn how to operate heavy equipment and utilize common hand tools related to the job.

Early Childhood Education
  

  • ECE 103 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Learn a historical and philosophical foundation of the field of early childhood education, including an overview of assessment and trends that influence best practices, as well as explore careers in the field.
  

  • ECE 105 - Technology in Early Childhood

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Learn the appropriate use of technology (including assistive) used by early childhood professionals in practice focusing on approaches for instructional use with young children.
  

  • ECE 120 - Communication With Families

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Gain knowledge that includes the interrelationship of the early childhood professional and families. Diverse types of family configurations are identified and explored. Current trends in the field, rights and responsibilities of professionals and families are highlighted.
  

  • ECE 133 - Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Focus on current concepts in the fields of health, safety, nutrition and their relationship to the growth and development of the young child ages birth to eight. Learn the influences of families and diversity on health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood settings.
  

  • ECE 158 - Early Childhood Curriculum I

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Learn the development, implementation, and assessment of appropriate environments and curricula for young children ages three through eight. Prepare to utilize developmentally appropriate practices in a context of family and culturally sensitive care. Develop understanding of children’s developmental stages and developing appropriate learning opportunities, interactions, and environments in the following area: dramatic play, art, music, fine and gross motor play.
  

  • ECE 159 - Early Childhood Curriculum II

    Prerequisites:
    Grade of C+ or better in ECE158 or instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Learn the development, implementation, and assessment of appropriate environments and curricula for young children ages three through eight. Prepare to utilize developmentally appropriate practices in a context of family and culturally sensitive care. Develop an understanding of children’s developmental stages and developing appropriate learning opportunities, interactions, and environments in the following area: emergent literacy, math, science, technology and social studies.
  

  • ECE 170 - Child Growth and Development

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Learn typical and atypical development of children from conception to adolescence in all developmental domains. Undertake an in-depth study of the interrelatedness of physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects of child development. Explore the interactions between the child, family, and society within a variety of community and cultural contexts. Special emphasis will be on the theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, and Gardner.

    • ECE 170 can substitute for EDU 160 on the AA Checklist 
  

  • ECE 221 - Infant/Toddler Care and Education

    Prerequisites:
    ECE 103 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Explore the care, education, and assessment of children ages birth to three years of age. Examine evidence-based practices, including responsive caregiving, routines as curriculum, as well as collaborative relationships with diverse children and their families.
  

  • ECE 243 - Early Childhood Guidance

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Learn effective approaches and positive guidance strategies for supporting the development of all children. Learn how to emphasize supportive interactions and developmentally appropriate environments. Learn how to use assessment to analyze and guide behaviors, as well as study the impact of families and diversity on child guidance.
  

  • ECE 274 - Field Experience I

    Prerequisites:
    Grade of C- or better in ECE 103  
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Supervised experience in selected early childhood settings serving children ages birth through eight. Includes integration of theory, research, and reflective practice. Provides an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the developmental stages of diverse populations of young children and families. Emphasizes professional relationships and behavior, appropriate adult/child interactions, basic curriculum planning, and program routines.
  

  • ECE 917 - Experimental Course

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.

Economics
  

  • ECN 115 - Personal Finance

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    A brief introduction to demand, supply and price analysis; factor market with emphasis on the labor market. Personal financial decision making (budgeting, taxes, insurance, financial services, estate planning).
  

  • ECN 120 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Introduction to resource allocation, demand and supply, national income and employment, inflation and price levels, fiscal policy, monetary policy and operation of the U.S. banking system, and international economics.
  

  • ECN 130 - Principles of Microeconomics

    AA Approved

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Theories of production and consumption, pricing and the market system, perfect and imperfect competition, factor markets (emphasis on the labor market). Issues within the capitalistic system such as problems of poverty, housing, and the environment. International trade.
  

  • ECN 907 - Co-op Field Experience

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

    Individually designed job experience/related assignments.
  

  • ECN 917 - Experimental Course

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

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • ECN 929 - Individual Projects

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

    Specialized assignment designed by student/instructor.

Education
  

  • EDU 110 - Exploring Teaching

    Standard Credit Type
    3 credit(s)

    Introduces the rewards, challenges, roles and responsibilities of beginning teachers and paraeducators. Develops generic teaching skills applicable from preschool through high school. Utilizes microteaching to simulate actual teaching situations, and discusses common teaching problems through case studies. Offers hands-on services in a PK-12 classroom, or observes and interviews a PK-12 teacher. Meets part of the requirement for the Iowa Paraeducator Generalist Certification.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Students exhibit generic teaching skills for applicable grade levels.
    2. Students will describe common teaching problems and resolutions.
  

  • EDU 119 - Behavior Management

    Standard Credit Type
    3 credit(s)

    Develops research-based, effective, and respectful skills of prevention, observation, data collection, diagnosis, and change of the behavior of students in K-12 classrooms. Develops strategies for helping others manage their own behavior. Meets part of the requirement for the Iowa Paraeducator Generalist Certification.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate strategies for helping others manage their behavior.
    2. Develop skills to positively change K-12 student behaviors.
  

  • EDU 160 - Human Growth and Development

    AA Approved

    Cross Listed With: PSY 121  - Developmental Psychology

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Examines the physical, social, and cognitive development of the human life span from conception to death while utilizing current research.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Explain the major perspectives of developmental theorists.
    2. Describe biological, cognitive, and socioemotional changes across the lifespan.
    3. Explain cultural differences in the understanding of biological, cognitive, and socioemotional developmental changes across the lifespan.
    4. Interpret current research in the field of biological, cognitive, and socioemotional development.

     
  

  • EDU 213 - Introduction to Education

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Survey of the aims, organization, politics, history and leaders in European and American education.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successfully completing this course, students should be able to:
    1. Summarize the historical foundations of education.
    2. Explain the school’s role in our society.
    3. Cite and define philosophical bases of education.
    4. Summarize the professional aspects of teaching.
  

  • EDU 223 - Multicultural Education

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Takes an anthropological view of multicultural education and introduces conceptual, theoretical, and philosophical issues in Multicultural Education. It will help pre-service teachers better understand students in culturally diverse classrooms as well as preparing them to teach about cultural diversity. Students learn instructional strategies for making their future multicultural classrooms into effective learning communities that are collaborative, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, and globally oriented.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. The teacher candidate will become familiar with the current terminology used to address culture and diversity and understand the social, political and economic trends that impact the ongoing changes seen in this language (INTASC 4, 5, 9) 
    2. The teacher candidate will become familiar with the current terminology used to address culture and diversity and understand the social, political and economic trends that impact the ongoing changes seen in this language (INTASC 4, 5, 9) 
    3. The teacher candidate will examine and write a bulleted list and discuss their own culture through examining your family history (INTASC 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 9) 
    4. The teacher candidate will discuss, research, and present an issue selected as critical to multicultural education 
      (INTASC 1-10).
       
  

  • EDU 235 - Children’s Literature

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    An exploration of children’s literature and its role in the classroom from a global perspective providing opportunities to read and discuss books with didactic value that relate to education. Numerous teaching strategies will be explored enhancing the effectiveness of children’s literature in the classroom. Additionally, students will become familiar with resources to help them select, evaluate, and use books while emphasis is placed on developing understandings of how children’s literature can be used to foster awareness, compassion, and insights into relationships, cultural differences, and social justice.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. The learner should be able to investigate the history of, and current issues/trends in the field of children’s literature.
    2. The learner should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the terminology identified in the class.
    3. The learner should be able to articulate their ability to recognize the role of ideology in children’s books. 
    4. The learner should be able to synthesize a cogent argument regarding the First Amendment rights of children, and how these rights pertain to offering children choice in their reading materials.
  

  • EDU 240 - Educational Psychology

    Prerequisites:
    PSY 111  or EDU 160  or instructor’s approval
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Examines the theoretical and applied aspects of the learning process, theories of motivation, early-child through adolescent development, personality, assessment, psychology in the classroom, and evaluation in educational settings. Corresponding implications for effective teaching and research pertinent to teaching and learning will be discussed.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. The learner will be able to summarize academic language of the discipline.
    2. The learner will be able to summarize how to make students feel valued and ways to help them learn to
      value each other.
    3. The learner will be able to differentiate between students with exceptional needs, including those associated with disabilities and giftedness, and knows how to use strategies and resources to address these needs. 
    4. The learner will be able to identify prejudice, stereotypes, and misuses of power that affect the lives of females and/or underrepresented minorities in PK-12 educational settings.
  

  • EDU 245 - Exceptional Learner

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Etiology, diagnosis, treatment prognosis, and vocational implications of physical/mental disabilities.
     



    Course Learning Outcomes

    1. Identify major litigation and legislation affecting those with disabilities.

    2. Define and identify major characteristics of the disabilities discussed in class and the text.

    3. Identify major educational needs of those with the disabilities discussed in class and the text.

    4. Identify program components and characteristics of Individualized education plan.

     
  

  • EDU 255 - Technology in the Classroom

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Technology in the Classroom is a required course in most teacher education programs. Students will learn how to use, evaluate, and choose technologies involved in the teaching and learning process. Students learn how to use basic audio/visual technology, as well as more advanced presentation equipment, and software. Examination of various record keeping software and planning resources also occurs. This course is vital to students as they prepare to use technology in their future classrooms.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. The learner will be able to construct a lesson plan that applies knowledge that effectively advances student learning.
    2. The learner will be able to demonstrate an ability to use technology to improve student learning.
    3. The learner will be able to synthesize how technology can be integrated into learning safely and ethically.
    4. The learner will be able to evaluate electronic information sources and analyze their impact on student decision making.
    5. The learner will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of computer-based technologies through various theoretical frameworks.
  

  • EDU 260 - Art for the Elementary Educator

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    For students who desire to become teachers and want to enhance their professional training through a pedagogical approach that promotes art instruction as a fundamental component to education in the elementary classroom setting. Students will explore philosophic, theoretical, and practical approaches to organizing and implementing an art instruction program, as well as, how to infuse that program with creativity, diversity, community building, and the development of thinking skills in holistic and pluralistic education.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. The learner will be able to synthesize lesson plans using art curriculum.
    2. The learner will be able to compare instructional strategies applied to teaching art.
    3. The learner will be able to illustrate their understanding of the knowledge, concepts and skills of the visual art.
    4. The learner will be able to demonstrate methods and techniques of teaching art in the K-8 classroom.
    5. The learner will be able to explain how the visual arts are human activities that represent knowledge.
  

  • EDU 282 - Field Experience: Exploring Teaching

    Prerequisites:
    Grade of C or better in EDU 160  and PSY 111  or instructor approval;
    Corequisites:
    EDU 240  

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    This course offers students the opportunity to observe and familiarize themselves with roles and responsibilities of classroom teachers in the school environment. This 34-hour field experience course will take place in an area K-12 school under the guidance of a mentor classroom teacher. Students must complete, and successfully pass, a criminal background check prior to beginning their field experience.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. The learner should be able to examine and identify the varying roles of a K-12 classroom teacher.
    2. The learner should be able to demonstrate an  understanding of how K-12 students learn and develop.
    3. The learner should be able to understand the importance of implementing strategies supporting K-12 student, building, and district goals.
    4. The learner should be able to illustrate examples of principles learned in Human Growth and Development (EDU 160 ), Introduction to Psychology (PSY 111 ), and/or Educational Psychology (EDU 240 ). 

     
  

  • EDU 917 - Experimental Course

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

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • EDU 927 - Honors Study

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

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

  • EDU 929 - Individual Projects

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

    Special topics as arranged with instructor.

Engineering Technology
  

  • EGR 100 - Engineering Orientation

    Prerequisites:
    None
    Corequisites:
    None

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    Introduction to the engineering disciplines and the engineering profession. Considerations in choosing an engineering curriculum. Information concerning college policies, procedures and resources. Opportunities to interact with engineering departments at a four-year institution.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Function on multi-disciplinary teams
    1. Perform a service project
    2. Interact within a learning village/cohort
    2. Understand professional and ethical responsibility
    1. Identify professional organizations responsible for accreditation
    2. Demonstrate a knowledge of Code of Ethics of Engineers
    3. Demonstrate a knowledge of the Engineers’ Creed
    3. Demonstrate a knowledge of a variety of engineering disciplines
    1. Meet with academic advisors in different engineering departments
    2. Attend a career fair and meet with industry representatives
    4. Communicate effectively
    1. Write a resume
    2. Use behavioral based interviewing methodology
    3. Develop workplace competencies
    5. Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
    1. Identify key engineering issues in the future
    2. Meet with an engineer and document the process used in solving a new problem.
    6. Develop a knowledge of contemporary issues
    1. Identify two current issues and define how an engineer would respond to these issues.
    2. Incorporate a contemporary issue into a service learning project
  

  • EGR 152 - Engineering MATLAB

    Prerequisites:
    A passing grade in MAT 129 Precalculus or concurrent enrollment in MAT 129.
    Corequisites:
    MAT 129 Precalculus if not already taken.

    STANDARD COURSE CREDIT
    2 credit(s)

    This course provides students with a solid foundation in structured programming skills for the solution of engineering problems. Students will analyze problems, design solution algorithms, translate the algorithm to MATLAB and Simulink computer code and present the solutions of the problems.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Comprehend the basics of computer programming.
    1. Enumerate the types of programming languages.
    2. Sequence the three basic control structures.
    3. Define an algorithm to solve a problem.
    4. Reproduce the algorithm in terms of pseudocode.
    5. Illustrate the algorithm in flowchart form. 
    2. Apply the sequential control structure.
    1. Develop various MATLAB and Simulink data types.
    2. Demonstrate mathematical computations.
    3. Produce script files to manage data.
    3. Analyze the selection (decision) control structure.
    1. Diagram comparison operators.
    2. Illustrate the IF statement.
    3. Outline the IF/ELSE block IF statement.
    4. Show the IF/ELSE IF/ELSE block IF statement.
    5. Distinguish between logical operators.
    4. Analyze the repetition (loop) control structure.
    1. Assess the use of pretest loops.
    2. Construct the FOR loop.
    3. Establish a WHILE loop.
    5. Synthesize subprograms and functions.
    1. Recall built-in functions
    2. Invent user-defined, sub, and nested functions.
    3. Give examples of local and global variables.
    4. Differentiate between passing parameters by value or by reference.
    6. Evaluate the use of two-dimensional and three-dimensional plotting techniques.
    1. Compare and contrast plot, hold, and line commands.
    2. Generate figures with logarithmic axes, multiple plots on the same page, and multiple windows.
    3. Create mesh and surface (3D) plots.
    7. Evaluate the use of arrays.
    1. Structure one-dimensional arrays and multidimensional arrays.
    2. Adapt array subscripts to access data stored in an array.
    3. Incorporate arrays into functions and subroutines.
    8. Synthesize the use of symbolic math capabilities in MATLAB.
    1. Modify symbolic objects and compose expressions
    2. Formulate algebraic, differentiation, and integration problems symbolically.
    3. View solutions to ordinary differential equations (prior knowledge of such equations or methods for their solution not required).
  

  • EGR 161 - Engineering Computations

    Prerequisites:
    MAT 129 with a passing grade. 
    Corequisites:
    MAT 129 if not previously already

     


    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    2 credit(s)

    Explores the organization, solution, and presentation of engineering problems. Topics include S.I. units and selected engineering topics.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Understand the Engineering method
    2. Understand representation of Technical material
    1. Use proper graphing techniques
    2. Apply curve fitting to data
    3. Understand engineering estimations and approximations
    1. Understand and use significant figures
    2. Define accuracy
    3. Define precision
    4. Calculate approximations
    4. Understand dimensions, SI units and conversions
    1. Understand dimensional analysis
    2. Understand and use standard units
    3. Calculate conversions between different units
    5. Apply statistics
    1. Calculate frequency distributions
    2. Calculate measures of central tendency
    3. Calculate measures of variation
    4. Understand and use normal distributions
    5. Calculate linear regression
    6. Calculate correlation coefficients
    6. Understand basic mechanics
    1. Understand the difference between scalars and vectors
    2. Understand force and force systems
    3. Understand the principle of transmissibility
    4. Calculate the resolution of forces
    5. Understand and use moments and couples
    6. Construct free body diagrams
    7. Use equilibrium to solve problems in mechanics
    8. Understand and use 3D force systems
    9. Understand stress
    10. Understand strain
    11. Understand and use Hook’s Law
    12. Calculate design stress
    7. Understand basic material balance
    1. Understand conservation of mass
    2. Calculate solutions to problems involving rate processes
    3. Calculate solutions to problems involving batch processes
    8. Understand basic electrical theory
    1. Understand the basics of static electricity
    2. Understand the basics of electric current
    3. Understand electric potential
    4. Calcualte current and resistance ins imple circuits
    5. Calculate electric power
    6. Calculate terminal voltage
    7. Apply Kirchhoff’s Laws
    9. Understand the economy of engineering
    1. Identify sources of energy
    2. Identify types of energy
    3. Understand conservation of energy
    4. Understand principles of thermodynamics
    10. Understand the economy of engineering
    1. Calculate simple interest
    2. Calculate compound interest
    3. Calculate future and present value
    4. Construct cash flow diagrams
    5. Understand annuities
    6. Understand the analysis of alternatives 
  

  • EGR 166 - Engineering Graphics & Conceptual Design

    Prerequisites:
    MAT129 with a passing grade.

     

    Corequisites:
    MAT129 if not previously taken.

     


    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    4 credit(s)

    Explores the integration of conceptual design, engineering graphics and computer-aided design. This course includes orthographic projection applied to three-dimensional geometry and engineering drawing, as well as instrument and free-hand application to an open-ended project that includes a formal engineering report.



    Course Learning Outcomes
     

    1. Summarize basic concepts of engineering graphics
    1. Investigate the concept of engineering graphics
    2. Investigate the concept of engineering design
    3. Investigate the concept of descriptive geometry
    4. Investigate the concept of computer graphics
    5. Investigate the concept of geometric modeling
    6. Investigate the concept of CAD
    7. Investigate the concept of CAE
    2. Use freehand and instrument drawing
    1. Describe basic freehand guidelines
    2. Define oblique, isometric and perspective drawings
    3. Demonstrate the use of standard drawing equipment
    4. Use standard construction techniques
    3. Analyze computer drawing
    1. Define CAD terms
    2. Identify computer peripherals used in producing computer graphics
    3. Compare and contrast computer and instrument drawing
    4. Use techniques in producing 2D and 3D drawings by computer
    5. Demonstrate knowledge of CAD through the use of AutoCAD
    4. Design multiview drawings
    1. Define standard 3D coordinate system
    2. Define standard orthographic Views
    3. Demonstrate the representation of oblique surfaces
    4. Demonstrate the representation of hidden features
    5. Define conventional practice
    6. Classify computer modeling techniques
    5. Design pictorials
    1. Define the concept of pictorials
    2. Compare and contrast axonometric, oblique and perspective drawings
    3. Develop exploded pictorials
    4. Define wireframe, wiremesh, hidden line and hidden surface representations
    5. Analyze the mathematics of 3D projection and transformations
    6. Analyze solid modeling
    1. Explain wireframe and wiremesh models - advantages and disadvantages
    2. Explain surface models - advantages and disadvantages
    3. Explain solid models - advantages and disadvantages
    4. Define and use constructive solid geometry
    7. Design sectional views
    1. Define and use full sections
    2. Define and use half sections
    3. Define and use offset sections
    4. Define and use aligned sections
    5. Define and use removed sections
    6. Define and use revolved sections
    7. Define and use broken-out sections
    8. Define and use auxiliary sections
    9. Define and use phantom sections
    10. Explain conventional practice
    8. Analyze dimensioning
    1. Explain proper dimensioning techniques
    2. Calculate tolerances
    3. Calculate standard files
    4. Define geometric functioning
    9. Use fasteners and their graphical representation
    10. Describe the design process and design information
    1. Define the design process
    2. Demonstrate the use of supporting sketches and drawings
    11. Use methods of analysis
    1. Define basic concepts of vector algebra
    2. Calculate representation of lines and planes
    3. Calculate views for true length and true shape
    4. Describe techniques for determining angles of inclinations
    5. Compare mathematical techniques and methods available through computer graphics
  

  • EGT 127 - Statics and Strength

    Prerequisites:
    PHY 121  or PHY 162 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    4 credit(s)

    The study of static force systems, centroids and moments of inertia, shear and moment diagrams, properties of materials, and the stress and strain of materials when loaded in tension, compression, shear, torsion and bending. This is an algebra-based course designed for vocational-technical students; it could be good preparation for a university level statics course.
  

  • EGT 128 - Statics

    Prerequisites:
    MAT 210 , MAT 216 , and PHY 212 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Vector and scalar treatment of coplanar and noncolanar force systems. Resultants, equilibrium, friction, centroids, moments and products of inertia of areas.
  

  • EGT 141 - Fluid Power

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Construction and operation of the basic components of hydraulic systems; valves, cylinders, pumps, motors, fluid preparation devices, and fluid storage devices. Symbolic construction. Fluid power systems for power transmission and control purposes.
  

  • EGT 182 - Engineering Technology Problems

    Prerequisites:
    C- or better in MAT 129  or MAT 132 ; or instructor’s approval
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    The development of skills necessary for the technician to communicate with the engineer. Orderly methods of solving problems using paper, calculator, and spreadsheets.
  

  • EGT 183 - Engineering Technology Lab

    Prerequisites:
    C- or better in MAT 129  or MAT 132 ; or instructor’s approval
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    The development of skills necessary to work in a technical or engineering field. Research, testing, and documentation of an engineering project. Laboratory measurement, analysis, and documentation.
  

  • EGT 186 - Engineering Problems with Prgrmmng

    Prerequisites:
    COMPASS college algebra score of 55 or better, ACT math score of 26 better, MAT 121 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Solving engineering problems and presenting solutions through technical reports. Graphing and curve-fitting. Use of SI units and significant figures. Introduction of engineering statistics. Solution of engineering problems using the VBA programming language.
  

  • EGT 192 - Engineering Graphics and Design

    Prerequisites:
    COMPASS college algebra score of 55 or better, ACT math score of 26 or better, or MAT 121 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Integration of fundamental graphics, computer modeling, and engineering design. Applications of multi-view drawings and dimensioning. Techniques for visualizing, analyzing and communicating 3D geometries. Application of the design process. Freehand and computer methods.
  

  • EGT 400 - PLTW-Introduction to Engineering Design

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course uses a design development process while enriching technical and engineering problem-solving skills; students create and analyze models using specialized computer software (AutoCAD Inventor).
  

  • EGT 410 - PLTW-Principles of Engineering

    Prerequisites:
    EGT 400 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Using technology systems and manufacturing processes, students find out how math, science, and technology help people. This course was developed by Project Lead the Way.
  

  • EGT 420 - PLTW-Digital Electronics

    Prerequisites:
    EGT 400  
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Uses computer simulations to teach students the logic of electronics as they design, test and construct circuits and devices. This course was developed by Project Lead the Way.
  

  • EGT 430 - PLTW-Aerospace Engineering

    Prerequisites:
    EGT 400 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course exposes students to the world of aeronautics, flight, and engineering. Students will be introduced to the Project Lead The Way® activity-based, project-based, and problem-based learning through exploring the world of aerospace engineering. Students should have experience in physics, mathematics, and technology education. They will employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of aerospace problems.
  

  • EGT 440 - PLTW-Biotechnical Engineering

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

    Using activities, projects and problems, students learn first-hand how engineers and technicians operate in the worlds of bio-technology and bio-engineering.
  

  • EGT 450 - PLTW-Computer Integrated Manufacturing

    Prerequisites:
    EGT 400 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Teaches robotics and automated manufacturing concepts by creating three-dimensional designs with modeling software, then producing actual models of student designs. This course was developed by Project Lead the Way.
  

  • EGT 460 - PLTW-Civil Engineering and Architecture

    Prerequisites:
    EGT 400 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Introduces teams of students to collaboration on the development of community-based building projects and conceptual design for project presentations. This course was developed by Project Lead the Way.
  

  • EGT 470 - PLTW-Engineering Design and Development

    Prerequisites:
    EGT 400 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    An engineering research course in which students work in teams to research, design and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. Students apply principles developed in the four preceding courses and are guided by a community mentor. They must present progress reports, submit a final written report and defend their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers at the end of the school year.
  

  • EGT 917 - Experimental Course

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

    New courses as student interests demand.
  

  • EGT 929 - Individual Projects

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

    Special topics as arranged with instructor.

Electrical Technology
  

  • ELE 151 - National Electrical Code I

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    The study of the NEC to prepare the students to layout, plan and install wiring systems in commercial and industrial complexes.
  

  • ELE 260 - Utility Industry Orientation

    Career and Technical Credit Type
    1 credit(s)

    Develop an understanding of power line utility work and perform basic pole climbing. Students have the opportunity to decide if they want to continue in their chosen major.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Analyze desire to perform utility field physical task, such as hand digging and climbing wood structures.

    2. Decide if power line construction and maintenance will remain their career choice.
  

  • ELE 261 - Interpret UT Maps & Drawings

    No

    Prerequisites:
    ELE 260 - Utility Industry Orientation
    Career and Technical Credit Type
    3.0 credit(s)

    Interpret maps and apply the knowledge in new construction, switching, repairing, and maintaining utility systems.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Read and analyze a utility print.

    2. Formulate a construction plan using a proposal print.

    3. Generate a switch sheet that isolates an utility line for new construction or maintenance.

    4. Utilize a structure print to build utility facilities.
  

  • ELE 262 - Occupational Safety

    No

    Prerequisites:
    ELE 260 - Utility Industry Orientation
    Career and Technical Credit Type
    1 credit(s)

    Examination of work site safety. Emphasis will be on obtaining locates, proper personal protective equipment, and OSHA work place regulations.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify and mitigate work site hazards through a job safety analysis worksheet and meeting.

    2. Perform basic first aid and CPR.

    3. Explain why using a state’s 811 locate service is critical before excavating.

    4. Understand and list required personal protective equipment while knowing the different flame-resistant classes.
  

  • ELE 263 - General Utility Technical Skills

    No

    Prerequisites:
    ELE 113 - Utility Industry Orientation
    Career and Technical Credit Type
    4.0 credit(s)

    Examination of basic utility regulations, tools, and materials. Federal and state regulations will also be explained.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate the physical abilities need to preform utility work.

    2. Identify basic utility tools and material.

    3. Define basic utility regulations.

    4. Explain the different parts of a utility distribution system.

     

     
  

  • ELE 359 - Adv. Electrical Theory & Principles

    Prerequisites:
    IND 113 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    The student will improve and further their wood structure climbing skills. Powerline hardware and apparatus such as insulators, surge arresters, and transformers will be introduced. Job site safety and hazard mitigation will be emphasized.
  

  • ELE 360 - Adv. Electrical Technical Skills

    Prerequisites:
    IND 112 , IND 133 , IND 171 , ELT 111  and ELE 359 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    5 credit(s)

    This course will require that the student successfully completes a pole top rescue and earns a wood structure climbing certificate. Transformer, regulator, and capacitor installation and connections will be taught.
  

  • ELE 361 - Line Utility Field Training 1

    Prerequisites:
    IND 171  and ELE 360 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    8 credit(s)

    The student will further their knowledge of electrical distribution systems. These includes the switching required to restore power on a faulted circuit, setting a pole in an existing pole line, and install apparatus on an existing three phase underground system. The student will improve on their climbing skills.
  

  • ELE 362 - Line Utility Field Training 2

    Prerequisites:
    IND 171  and ELE 360 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    8 credit(s)

    The student will expand their power line knowledge of how overhead and underground electrical systems are constructed and function.
  

  • ELE 363 - Line Utility Field Training 3

    Prerequisites:
    IND 171 , ELE 361  and ELE 362 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    8 credit(s)

    The student will expand their powerline knowledge by getting into activities that management and design techs address. These include crew make up and tooling, work assignments and time lines. Trouble shooting and designing an electrical system will be covered in this course.
  

  • ELE 917 - Experimental Course

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    New courses as student interests demand.

Electronics
  

  • ELT 111 - Introduction to Electronics

    Prerequisites:
    IND 113 
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Use of lab equipment, measuring techniques, familiarization with circuit components, basic electronic circuits.
  

  • ELT 170 - Introduction to PLCs

    Corequisites:
    ELT 220  or instructor’s approval

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    The principles of control circuits in industrial equipment, how PLCs are programmed, and trouble-shooting.
  

  • ELT 220 - AC-DC Motors and Controls

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    5 credit(s)

    A study of the construction, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AC and DC motors and generators. The class also allows students to identify electric symbols as they apply to motor controls and to interpret and draw various electrical diagrams. The course gives hands on experience in wiring and troubleshooting motor control circuits.
  

  • ELT 241 - PLCs II

    Prerequisites:
    ELT 170  or instructor’s approval
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Study of using a PC to program and troubleshoot PLCs.
  

  • ELT 395 - Advanced Electrical Circuits

    Prerequisites:
    ELT 111  or instructor’s approval
    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    5 credit(s)

    Complete circuit analysis for typical electronic circuits. Study of small-signal amplifiers, operational amplifiers, oscillators, filters, and voltage regulators.
  

  • ELT 815 - Electronic Troubleshooting

    CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Self-paced course/interactive video. A series of lessons to develop an understanding of the fundamental principles, concepts, types, methods, and approaches to troubleshooting electronic components.

English Composition
  

  • ENG 017 - Experimental Course

    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    1 credit(s)

    This experimental course will be developed by a faculty member as student interests demand. This course may not duplicate any existing course already in the catalog. Course descriptions vary.
  

  • ENG 060 - College Preparatory Writing I

    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Designed to help students gain fluency and confidence in writing, generating well-developed and well-organized essays, and learning college-level writing. Topics include rules of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Write sentences using standardized grammar and syntactical conventions
    2. Compose well-organized and coherent paragraphs
    3. Demonstrate basic knowledge of standardized grammar, punctuation, and spelling conventions
  

  • ENG 061 - College Preparatory Writing II

    Prerequisites:
    COMPASS writing score of 38 or better, ACT English score of 13 or better, or grade of C or better in ENG 060  
    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    Designed for students whose writing skills fall between the College Prep Writing I and Composition I levels. The course will prepare students for Composition I and will emphasize the transition from effective paragraphs to effective college essays, as well as review the necessary grammar basics.



    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Write well-organized and coherent paragraphs
    2. Write well-organized and coherent essays
    3. Demonstrate basic knowledge of citations, including both in-text citations and a Works Cited or References page
    4. Use standardized grammar, punctuation, and spelling conventions in writing
  

  • ENG 073 - Academic Transitions Writing III

    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course is designed to introduce students with a high beginner to low-intermediate English proficiency to the written language skills needed to be successful in college classes and in the community. It will strengthen essential grammar skills as well as expand vocabulary and syntax knowledge.
  

  • ENG 074 - Academic Transitions Writing IV

    Prerequisites:
    Grade of C- or better in ENG 073  or instructor’s approval
    DEVELOPMENTAL CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course is designed to continue a students’ development of intermediate English skills needed to be successful in college classes and in the community. It will expand students’ vocabulary, grammar and syntax knowledge.
  

  • ENG 105 - Composition I

    AA Approved

    Prerequisites:
    ACCUPLACER writing score of 250 or better, or ACT English score of 18 or better, or COMPASS writing score of 60 or better, or grade of A- or better in ENG 060 , or grade of C or better in ENG 061  
    Corequisites:
    or ENG 109 . This co-requisite applies if the student has an ACCUPLACER writing score of 249 or less, or ACT English score of 17 or less, or COMPASS writing score of 59 or less

     

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course is an exploration of writing as a process with attention to audience, purpose, and patterns of exposition. Instruction will also include basic research and documentation skills.
  

  • ENG 106 - Composition II

    AA Approved

    Prerequisites:
    ENG 105 
    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    3 credit(s)

    This course extends writing principles learned in ENG105 to research-based argument, analysis, and persuasion. Students will design academic research projects adapted to various audiences and writing tasks.
  

  • ENG 109 - Integrated Composition

    Corequisites:
    ENG 105  

    STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
    Varied credit(s)

    This course is a complementary course to ENG105 Composition I. Students will participate in group and individualized instruction; they will work to enhance their college-level reading and writing skills with special focus on content development, grammar, and mechanics.
 

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