Course Descriptions

Prerequisites and corequisites may have changed since this catalog was published.  Please verify prerequisite and corequisite at www.midlandstech.edu/edu/sds/sas/hb/prerequisites.html.  Developmental reading courses are required if a student’s reading placement test score indicates the need for RDG 032 and/or RDG 100 or the ESL equivalent.  Developmental math courses are required if a student’s math placement test score indicates the need for MAT 032 and/or MAT 100.  Developmental English courses are required if a student’s English placement test score indicates the need for ENG 032 and/or ENG 100, or the ESL equivalent.  Students must discuss their placement test scores with an academic advisor before registering for any courses.

   

ECD 101

INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD

3.0 Credits

This course includes an overview of growth and development, developmentally appropriate curriculum, positive guidance techniques, regulations, health, safety, and nutrition standards in early care and education.  The importance of professionalism, family/cultural values and practical applications based on historical and theoretical models in early care and education is highlighted in the course.

 

 

 

ECD 102

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT I

3.0 Credits

This course is an extensive study of philosophies and theories of growth and development of infants/toddlers.  Focus is on “total” development of the child, with emphasis on physical, social, emotional, cognitive and nutritional areas.  Developmental tasks and appropriate activities are explored in the course.  (Prerequisites: RDG 100, ENG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 105

GUIDANCE-CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

3.0 Credits

This course is an overview of developmentally appropriate, effective guidance and classroom management techniques for the teacher of young children.  A positive, pro-active approach is stressed in the course.  (Prerequisites: RDG 100, ENG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 107

EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

3.0 Credits

This course includes an overview of special needs children and their families.  Emphasis is on prevalence of disorders, treatment modalities, community resources serving exceptional children, the teacher’s role in mainstreaming and early identification, and federal legislation affecting exceptional children.  (Prerequisites: RDG 100, ENG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 108

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

3.0 Credits

This course is an overview of techniques and materials for promoting effective family/program partnerships to foster positive child development.  Emphasis is on availability and accessibility of community resources and on developing appropriate communication skills.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ENG 101)

 

 

 

ECD 109

ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of the role and responsibilities of an early childhood administrator special focus is on program monetary matters, space management, curriculum, health and food services, and relations among the public, staff and parents.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ENG 101)

 

 

 

ECD 131

LANGUAGE ARTS

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of methods and materials in age-appropriate language experiences.  Opportunities are provided to develop listening, speaking, prereading and prewriting skills through planning, implementation and evaluation of media, methods, techniques and equipment.  Methods of selection, evaluation and presentation of children’s literature are included.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100, RDG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 132

CREATIVE EXPERIENCES

3.0 Credits

In this course the importance of creativity and independence in creative expression are stressed.  A variety of age-appropriate media, methods, techniques and equipment are utilized.  Students plan, implement and evaluate instructional activities.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100, RDG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 133

SCIENCE AND MATH CONCEPTS

3.0 Credits

This course includes an overview of pre-number and science concepts developmentally appropriate for young children. Emphasis is on the planning, implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate activities utilizing a variety of methods and materials.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100, RDG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 135

HEALTH, SAFETY AND NUTRITION

3.0 Credits

This course covers a review of health/safety practices recommended for child care and includes information on common diseases and health problems.  Certification preparation is provided in pediatric safety, CPR and first aid.  Guidelines and information on nutrition and developmentally appropriate activities are also studied in the course.  (Prerequisites: ECD 100, ENG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 138

MOVEMENT AND MUSIC FOR CHILDREN

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of criteria for selecting and implementing appropriate experiences to support the physical and musical development of young children.  Emphasis is on the selection of materials, equipment, and related design of indoor/outdoor environments.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100, RDG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 200

CURRICULUM ISSUES IN INFANT AND TODDLER DEVELOPMENT

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of infant and toddler care.  Emphasis is on brain development and its implications for caring for infants and toddlers.  Planning and teaching strategies as they relate to child development, curriculum and environment are included in the course.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ECD 102)
     
ECD 201 PRINCIPLES OF ETHICS AND LEADERSHIP IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION 3.0 Credits

This course includes an overview of historical views on leadership and issues and challenges of leadership in early care and education,  Emphasis is on current trends and issues.  This course also reviews ethical principles as they relate to children, families, colleagues, and the community and society.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ENG 101)

 

 

 

ECD 203

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT II

3.0 Credits

This course is an in-depth study of preschool children growing and developing in today’s world.  Focus is on “total” development of the child with emphasis on physical, social, emotional, cognitive and nutritional areas of development.  Developmental tasks and appropriate activities are explored in the course.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100, RDG 100)

 

 

 

ECD 205

SOCIALIZATION AND GROUP CARE OF INFANTS AND TODDLERS

3.0 Credits

This course is the study of the socialization and group care of infants and toddlers.  Emphasis is on guidance and management, understanding behavior, temperament, the importance of routines, primary care and continuity of care, and examining the elements of qualify environments.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ECD 102)

 

 

 

ECD 207

INFANTS AND TODDLERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

3.0 Credits

This course provides an overview of the field of infants and toddlers with special needs.  Emphasis will be placed on instructional strategies, adaptations, environment, inclusion, etiology, federal legislation, family partnership, multicultural considerations, and optimal development.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ECD 102)

 

 

 

ECD 237

METHODS AND MATERIALS

3.0 Credits

This course includes an overview of developmentally-appropriate methods and materials for planning, and evaluating environments.  Emphasis is on integrating divergent activities in each curriculum area.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ENG 101)

 

 

 

ECD 243

SUPERVISED FIELD EXPERIENCE I

3.0 Credits

This course includes emphasis on planning, implementing, and evaluating scheduled programs, age appropriate methods, materials, activities, and environments of early childhood principles and practices.  (Prerequisite: 30 semester hours and permission of Program Director)

 

 

 

ECD 251

SUPERVISED FIELD EXPERIENCES IN INFANTS/TODDLERS ENVIRONMENT

3.0 Credits

This course is the study of planning, implementing, and evaluating scheduled programs, age-appropriate methods, materials, activities and environments of infants and toddlers.  (Prerequisites: ECD 200, ECD 205, ECD 207)

 

 

 

ECD 252

DIVERSITY ISSUES IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION

3.0 Credits

This course meets the growing need for students in early care and education to learning how to interact with people who are different from them.,  It also allows students to examine and appreciate the differences that exist because of diversity from race, language, ethnicity, age and socio-economic levels.  (Prerequisites: ECD 101, ENG 101)

 

 

 

ECD 270

FOUNDATIONS IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION

3.0 Credits

This course includes an overview of the history, theories, program models, and trends in Early Care and Education.  Teaching as a profession will be explored with an emphasis on characteristics of the early childhood teacher.  (Prerequisite: ENG 101 or ENG 102)

 

 

ECE 101

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of entertainment, communication, and computer technology. 

 

 

 

ECE 102

INSTRUMENT CONTROL

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of automated instrument control and data acquisition.

 

 

 

ECE 205

ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER LAB I

3.0 Credits

This course covers basic test and measurement instrumentation, basic electrical components and circuits, and technical writing using word processing.  (Prerequisites: ECE 211, ECE 221)

 

 

 

ECE 211

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ENGINEERING I

3.0 Credits

This course covers digital systems and employs basic mathematical techniques used in the design of conventional and sequential systems.  (Prerequisite: MAT 111)

 

 

 

ECE 212

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ENGINEERING II

3.0 Credits

This course applies the overall concepts of microprocessor orientation and architecture and fundamental concepts of assembly-level programming.  (Prerequisites: ECE 211, EGR 281)

 

 

 

ECE 221

INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING I

3.0 Credits

This course introduces the basic concepts of circuit analysis, applying fundamental laws and principles, resistor circuits, and first- and second-order linear circuits in the time domain using calculus-based solutions where applicable.  (Prerequisites: ECE 102, MAT 141)

 

 

 

ECE 222

INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING II

3.0 Credits

This course covers sinusoidal steady-state analysis of AC circuits, complex frequency analysis, Fourier series analysis and Laplace transforms.  (Prerequisite: ECE 221)

 

 

 

ECE 240

INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

3.0 Credits

This course covers fundamentals of software design and development, software implementation strategies, object-oriented design techniques, and ethics in software development.  (Prerequisite: EGR 283)

 

 

 

ECE 245

OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of advanced object-oriented concepts and techniques, multiple inheritance, memory management, operator overloading, polymorphism, and performance issues.  (Prerequisite: EGR 283)

 

 

ECO 210

MACROECONOMICS

3.0 Credits

This course includes the study of fundamental principles and policies of a modern economy to include markets and prices, national income accounting, cycles, employment theory and fiscal policy, banking and monetary controls, and the government’s role in economic decisions and growth.  (Prerequisites: RDG 100 or ESL 100, MAT 102 or MAT 155)

 

 

 

ECO 211

MICROECONOMICS

3.0 Credits

This course includes the study of the behavior of households and firms, including supply and demand, elasticity, price/input in different market structures, pricing of resources, regulations, and comparative advantage and trade.  (Prerequisite: ECO 210 with a minimum grade of “C”)

 

 

EDU 201

CLASSROOM INQUIRY WITH TECHNOLOGY

3.0 Credits

This course explores teaching as a data driven, reflective practice.  The students will use research tools to understand teaching and learning with a classroom context and reflect on the relationship among and between technology, theory, student learning, and instructional practices.  (Prerequisite:  CPT 101 or CPT 170)

 

 

 

EDU 241

LEARNERS AND DIVERSITY

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of lifespan development and learning with an emphasis on individual and group diversity.  The students are required to participate in a field experience.  This course transfers to USC College of Education.  (Prerequisite:  ENG 100, RDG 100)

 

 

EEM 117

AC/DC CIRCUITS I

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of direct and alternating theory, Ohm’s Law, and series, parallel and combination circuits.  Circuits are constructed and tested.  (Prerequisite: RDG 035 or equivalent placement test scores)

 

 

 

EEM 118

AC/DC  CIRCUITS II

4.0 Credits

This course is a continuation of the study of direct and alternating current theory to include circuit analysis using mathematics and verified with electrical measurements.  (Prerequisite: RDG 035 or equivalent placement test scores)

 

 

 

EEM 140

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of the National Electrical Code and is based on the latest codes as published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).  (Prerequisite: RDG 035 or equivalent placement test scores)

 

 

 

EEM 141

RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL CODES

3.0 Credits

This course covers National Electrical Code (NEC), including a study in and application of the NEC, and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to residential and commercial wiring.  (Prerequisite: EEM 140)

 

 

 

EEM 142

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CODES

3.0 Credits

This course covers National Electrical Code (NEC), including a study in and application of the NEC, and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to commercial and industrial wiring.  (Prerequisite: EEM 141)

 

 

 

EEM 151

MOTOR CONTROLS I

4.0 Credits

This course is an introduction to motor controls, including a study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes.  (Prerequisite: EEM 165)

 

 

 

EEM 165

RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL WIRING

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of wiring methods and practices used in residential and commercial applications.  (Prerequisites: EEM 117, EEM 118)

 

 

 

EEM 166

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL WIRING

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of wiring methods and practices in commercial and industrial applications.  (Prerequisite: EEM 165)

 

 

 

EEM 172

ELECTRICAL PRINT READING

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of electrical prints as they pertain to layout, planning and installation of wiring systems in residential, commercial and/or industrial complexes.  (Prerequisite: RDG 035 or equivalent placement test scores)

 

 

 

EEM 201

ELECTRONIC DEVICES I

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of the fundamental principles of common electronic devices and circuits.  Emphasis is placed on solid-state principles and applications.  (Prerequisites: EEM 117, EEM 118)

 

 

 

EEM 243

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SERVICING

3.0 Credits

This course is an introduction to the fundamental operation and capabilities of peripheral devices.  Topics such as input/output standards and interfacing to minicomputers are covered.  (Prerequisites: RDG 035, MAT 100 or equivalent placement test scores)

 

 

 

EEM 251

PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS

3.0 Credits

This course is an introduction to programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques.  A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered.  (Prerequisite: EEM 151)

 

 

EET 101

BASIC ELECTRONICS

2.0 Credits

This course is a survey of electrical and electronic circuits and measurement methods for nonelectronics engineering technology students.  Circuits are constructed and tested.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100, MAT 100, CPT 101 or CPT 170)

 

 

 

EET 113

ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS I

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of direct and alternating currents, covering resistance and impedance in series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits using Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws, and basic circuit theorems.  Circuits are analyzed using mathematics and verified using electrical instruments.  (Prerequisite: MAT 102)

 

 

 

EET 114

ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS II

4.0 Credits

This course is a continuation of electrical circuits, including advanced network theorems.  Circuits are analyzed using mathematics and verified using electrical instruments.  (Prerequisites: EET 113, MAT 110)

 

 

 

EET 141

ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of electronic circuits using discrete and integrated devices, including analysis, construction, testing and troubleshooting.  (Prerequisite: EET 113, EGR 110, MAT 110)

 

 

 

EET 210

DIGITAL INTEGRATED CIRCUITS

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of digital integrated circuits, including multiplexers, demultiplexers, buffers, decoders, encoders, converters, memory devices and programmable logic devices.  Circuits are modeled, constructed and tested.

 

 

 

EET 227

ELECTRICAL MACHINERY

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of AC and DC electro-mechanical energy conversion devices, theory applications and control.  Devices are tested and verified using electrical instruments.  (Prerequisite: EET 113)

 

 

 

EET 231

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS

4.0 Credits

This course is a survey of topics related to industrial application of electronic devices and circuits. The course covers switches, DC and AC motor controls, sensors and transducers, open- and closed-loop control circuits, and voltage converting interfaces.  Circuits are constructed and tested.  (Prerequisite: EET 141)

 

 

 

EET 235

PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of relay logic, ladder diagrams, theory of operation and applications.  Loading ladder diagrams, debugging and trouble-shooting techniques are applied to programmable controllers.  (Prerequisites: EET 113, EGR 110)

 

 

 

EET 243

DATA COMMUNICATIONS

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of the techniques for sending and receiving information.  Topics include media characteristics, modulation and demodulation, signal conversions, multiplexing and de-multiplexing, protocols, industrial standards, networks, and error detection and correction.  Circuits are modeled, constructed and tested.  (Prerequisite: EET 141, MAT 111)

 

 

 

EET 251

MICROPROCESSOR FUNDAMENTALS

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of binary numbers, microprocessor operation, architecture, instruction sets and interfacing with operating systems, and applications in control, data acquisition, and data reduction and analysis.  Programs are written and tested.  (Prerequisites: EET 210, EGR 110)

 

 

 

EET 255

ADVANCED MICROPROCESSORS

3.0 Credit

This course is a study of advanced microprocessor, controllers, and hardware/software interfacing techniques for controlling external devices.  Hardware is designed and constructed, and control programs are written and tested.  (Prerequisite: EET 251)

 

 

 

EET 273

ELECTRONICS SENIOR PROJECT

1.0 Credit

This course includes the construction and testing of an instructor-approved project.  (Prerequisites: EET 231, EET 235, EET 255, ENG 101)

 

 

 

EET 274

SELECTED TOPICS IN ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECH

3.0 Credit

This course is a study of current topics related to Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology. Technical aspects of practical applications are discussed.  (Prerequisites: EET 231, EET 255)

 

 

EGR 108

ENGINEERING ETHICS

3.0 Credits

Topics include the professional, ethical, and social responsibilities of the engineer and technologist, the impact of ethics and knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues (including respect for diversity) in the field of engineering and engineering technology.  (Prerequisite: RDG 100 or the equivalent placement score)

 

 

 

EGR 109

ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT

3.0 Credits

This course is the study of integrated project management for the engineering technologist with emphasis on the methods and software used by engineers including task lists, Gantt Charts, discussion of critical path, statistical resource management, scheduling, budgeting, and economics factors.  (Prerequisite: RDG 100)

 

 

 

EGR 110

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ENVIRONMENT

3.0 Credits

This course provides an overview of computer hardware, available software, operating systems and applications.  This course also includes fundamental techniques of programming in one or more languages used in engineering technology.  (Prerequisites: CPT 101 or CPT 170, ENG 100, MAT 100 or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

 

EGR 140

COLLABORATIVE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

3.0 Credits

This course provides insight into nonlinear product design processes in which all the people necessary to produce a product work together as a team.  (Prerequisite: EGT 106)

 

 

 

EGR 175

MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

3.0 Credits

This course includes the processes, alternatives and operations in the manufacturing environment.  (Prerequisites: CPT 101 or CPT 170, EGT 106, MAT 101, MTT 102)

 

 

 

EGR 176

MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES

3.0 Credits

This course introduces the concepts and principles of the manufacturing industries and technologies.  Plant visits supplement study of industrial organizations, economics, management, production and products.

 

 

 

EGR 194

STATICS AND STRENGTH OF MATERIALS

4.0 Credits

This course covers external and internal forces in structures and/or machines, including conditions of equilibrium, systems of force, moments of inertia and friction. It also covers the stress/strain relationships in materials.  (Prerequisite: MAT 111)

 

 

 

EGR 227

TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANUFACTURING PROCESS/QUALITY CONTROL

3.0 Credits

This course includes a survey of the Principles of Manufacturing Processes as related to the telecommunications industry.

 

 

 

EGR 255

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY SENIOR SYSTEM PROJECT

3.0 Credits

This course includes a instructor-approved project which is designed, specified, constructed and tested.  (Prerequisites: EET 235, EGT 265, MET 213, MET 224)

 

 

 

EGR 260

ENGINEERING STATICS  (TRANSFER COURSE)

3.0 Credits

This course is an introduction to the principles of engineering mechanics as applied to forces and force systems.  The techniques of vector mathematics are employed.  This course also includes a study of equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, distributed forces, centroids and centers of gravity, moments of inertia of areas, analysis of simple structures and machines, and a study of friction.  (Prerequisite: MAT 140)

 

 

 

EGR 262

ENGINEERING DYNAMICS (TRANSFER COURSE)

3.0 Credits

This course is an introduction to the principles of engineering as applied to kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies.  The techniques of vector mathematics are employed.  This course also includes an emphasis on Newton’s second law along with energy and momentum methods.  (Prerequisite: EGR 260)

 

 

 

EGR 264

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING MECHANICS OF SOLIDS (TRANSFER COURSE)

3.0 Credits

This course covers the relationships between external loads on solid bodies or members and the resulting internal effects and dimensional changes. Included are concepts of stress and strain, stress analysis of basic structural members, combined stress including Mohr’s circle, and introductory analysis of deflection and buckling of columns.  (Prerequisites: EGR 260, MAT 240)

 

 

 

EGR 266

ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS FUNDAMENTALS (TRANSFER COURSE)

 3.0 Credits

This course is an introduction to the first and second laws of thermodynamics as applied to engineering systems. Definitions, work, heat, energy and first law analysis of systems and control volumes are included.  (Prerequisite: MAT 240)

 

 

 

EGR 270

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING (TRANSFER COURSE)

3.0 Credits

This course covers the applications of computers in engineering practices, including the use of an appropriate operating system, programming in a high-level language, spreadsheets and word processing applications.  (Prerequisite: MAT 101)

 

 

 

EGR 275

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER GRAPHICS

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of basic graphical concepts needed for engineering applications.  (Prerequisites: CPT 101 or CPT 170, ENG 100, MAT 102)

 

 

 

EGR 281

INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHMIC DESIGN I

4.0 Credits

This course integrates a presentation of concepts of object-oriented programming, including program structures, objects, code, and programming styles.  (Prerequisite: MAT 111)

 

 

 

EGR 283

INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHMIC DESIGN II

4.0 Credits

This course is a study of rigorous development of algorithms and computer programs, including elementary data structures.  (Prerequisite: EGR 281)

 

 

 

EGR 287

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY SURVEYING

3.0 Credits

This course covers boundary surveying, written and unwritten conveyances, coordinate systems, subdivision of land, deeds and plats, and written descriptions.  Also included is elementary hydrology.  (Prerequisite: CET 105)

 

 

EGT 106

PRINT READING AND SKETCHING

3.0 Credits

This course covers the interpretation of basic engineering drawings and sketching techniques for making multi-view pictorial representations.  This course also includes an introduction to engineering technology, and an introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD).  (Prerequisites: CPT 101 or CPT 170, ENG 100, MAT 100)

 

 

 

EGT 152

FUNDAMENTALS OF CAD

3.0 Credits

This course includes a related series of problems and exercises utilizing the computer graphics station as a drafting tool.  (Prerequisites: EGT 106, MAT 101)

 

 

 

EGT 251

PRINCIPLES OF CAD

3.0 Credits

This course includes the additional use of CAD software for production of technical drawings and related documentation.  (Prerequisites: EGT 106, MAT 101)

 

 

 

EGT 256

MODELING MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

3.0 Credits

This course includes 3-D modeling of mechanical systems in residential structures using applicable software.  (Prerequisites: EGT 281, MET 110)

 

 

 

EGT 265

CAD/CAM APPLICATIONS

3.0 Credits

This course includes applications using CAD/CAM routines.  (Prerequisites: EGT 152, EGT 281 or MTT 102)

 

 

 

EGT 280

INTRODUCTION TO RAPID PROTOTYPING

1.0 Credits

This course provides an overview of rapid prototyping technologies and applications.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100, MAT 100, RDG 100)

 

 

 

EGT 281

PROTOTYPE MODELING

3.0 Credits

This course provides hands-on model making using a variety of tools and materials.  (Prerequisites: EGT 106, EGT 280)

 

 

 

EGT 282

RAPID PROTOTYPING I

4.0 Credits

This course includes a series of problems and exercises utilizing additive and subtractive prototyping technologies and 3-D modeling applications to produce working prototypes.  (Prerequisite: EGT 281)

 

 

 

EGT 283

RAPID PROTOTYPING II

4.0 Credits

This course includes an advanced series of problems and exercises requiring the production of prototypes of architectural models, mechanical devices and structural applications.  (Prerequisite: EGT 281)

 

 

 

EGT 285

INTEGRATED RAPID PROTOTYPING APPLICATIONS

3.0 Credits

This course includes generating a prototype for a real-world problem utilizing 3-D modeling and rapid prototyping technologies.  (Prerequisites: EGT 282, EGT 283)

 

 

ELT 103

ACTIVE DEVICES

4.0 Credits

This course covers basic fundamental concepts of the operation of various solid-state devices, with a brief overview of tubes.  (Prerequisite: ELT 111)

 

 

 

ELT 105

LOGIC AND DIGITAL CIRCUITS

4.0 Credits

This course includes an introduction to number systems, mathematics, gates, combinational logic and flip-flops.  (Prerequisite: ELT 120)

 

 

 

ELT 111

DC/AC CIRCUITS

4.0 Credits

This course is an introduction to AC and DC circuits and the components and devices used therein.  (Prerequisites: RDG 035 or ESL 037, MAT 100 or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

 

ELT 120

COMPUTER PEM/APPLICATIONS

3.0 Credits

This course provides an introduction to operating system concepts, application software and high-level languages that pertain to electronic applications.  This course also introduces students to DOS, Windows, Microsoft Office, Diagnostic Software and Electronic Workbench.  (Prerequisites: RDG 035 or ESL 037, MAT 100or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

 

ELT 224

BASIC VIDEO CIRCUITS AND SYSTEMS

3.0 Credits

This course covers the use, operation and parameters of modern video techniques, circuits used, computer monitors and various other types of video displays.  (Prerequisite: EEM 243)

 

 

 

ELT 229

MICROCOMPUTER REPAIR

3.0 Credits

This course includes servicing of popular microcomputers, disk drives, modems, and other peripheral devices.  (Prerequisite: EET 251)

 

 

ENG 032

DEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISH

3.0 Credits

Developmental English is intensive writing of grammar and usage; mechanics of punctuation, spelling, and capitalization; sentence structure; and the writing process.  Evidence of planning, organizing, drafting, editing, and revising are emphasized in the course along with a study of different modes of writing for a variety of rhetorical situations.  (Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score)

 

 

 

ENG 100

INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSITION

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of basic writing and different modes of composition and may include a review of usage. English 100 will develop basic composition skills by requiring frequent writing of short (three- to five-paragraph) essays. Those grammar and usage errors that occur frequently and disrupt writing will also be stressed.  This course does not meet the requirements for an associate degree, but may meet requirements for a diploma or certificate.  (Prerequisites: ENG 035 or ESL 038, RDG 035 or ESL 037 or equivalent placement test scores)

 

 

 

ENG 101

ENGLISH COMPOSITION I

3.0 Credits

This college-transfer course emphasizes the study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing skills. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented.  (Prerequisites: ENG 100 or ESL 110, RDG 100 or ESL 100 or equivalent placement test scores)

 

 

 

ENG 102

ENGLISH COMPOSITION II

3.0 Credits

This is a college-transfer course in which the following topics are presented: development of writing skills through logical organization, effective style, literary analysis and research. An introduction to literary genre is also included.  (Prerequisite: ENG 101)

 

 

 

ENG 150

BASIC COMMUNICATIONS

3.0 Credits

This course develops practical oral and written communication skills. Students apply principles of concise, clear technical communication to realistic writing and speaking situations.  This course does not meet requirements for an associate degree, but may meet the requirements for a diploma or certificate.  (Prerequisite: ENG 035 or ESL 038, RDG 035 or ESL 037 or equivalent placement scores)

 

 

 

ENG 165

PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS

3.0 Credits

This course develops practical written and oral professional communication skills. The course is oriented to current needs in industry and business, and assignments are drawn from students’ majors.  (Prerequisite: ENG 101)

 

 

 

ENG 203

AMERICAN LITERATURE SURVEY

3.0 Credits

This course is a survey of American literature: major authors, genres and periods. The course emphasizes historical, descriptive and analytical modes of study.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 205

ENGLISH LITERATURE I

3.0 Credits

This is a college-transfer course in which the following topics are presented: the study of English literature from the Old English period to the Romantic period with emphasis on major writers and periods.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 206

ENGLISH LITERATURE II

3.0 Credits

This is a college-transfer course in which the following topics are presented: the study of English literature from the Romantic period to the present with emphasis on major writers and periods.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 208

WORLD LITERATURE I

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of masterpieces of world literature in translation from the ancient world to the sixteenth century. Works studied are selected from various cultures throughout the world.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 209

WORLD LITERATURE II

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of masterpieces of world literature in translation from the seventeenth century to the present. Works studied are selected from various cultures throughout the world.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 210

ASIAN LITERATURE

3.0 Credits

This course is a survey of the major works, genres and writers of several Asian countries including China and Japan, emphasizing their relationships with the histories and cultures of the region.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 211

AFRICAN LITERATURE

3.0 Credits

This course is a survey of the major works, genres and writers of Africa.  The relationships between the literature, the culture, and the history of Africa will be emphasized.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 212

LATIN AMERICAN LITERATURE

3.0 Credits

This course is a survey of the major works, genres and writers of Latin America.  The relationships among the literature, culture, and history of Latin America will be emphasized.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 214

FICTION

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of fiction from several cultures. Emphasis is on the nature of the genre and appropriate reading strategies. It concentrates particularly on analytic reading and writing skills.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 218

DRAMA

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of drama from several cultures. Emphasis is on the nature of the genre and appropriate reading strategies.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 222

POETRY

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of poetry from several cultures.  Emphasis is on the nature of the genre and appropriate reading strategies.  It concentrates on analytical reading and writing skills to increase understanding and appreciation of poetry.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 234

SURVEY IN MINORITY LITERATURE

3.0 Credits

This course is a critical study of minority writings, examined from historical, social and psychological points of view.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 236

AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE

3.0 Credits

This course is a critical study of African American literature examined from historical, social, and psychological perspectives.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

 

ENG 238

CREATIVE WRITING

3.0 Credits

This course presents an introduction to creative writing in various genres.  (Prerequisite: ENG 102)

 

 

ESL 036

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

3.0 Credits

English as a Second Language is intended for non-native English speaking students who need assistance in developing and improving listening and speaking skills, written communication skills, and basic English grammar.  This course is designed to prepare students with ESL needs to speak English in a variety of everyday, academic, and professional settings.  Speaking and listening activities also develop students’ skills in listening comprehension and note-taking in English.  (Prerequisite: Interview with ESL Faculty)

 

 

 

ESL 037

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

3.0 Credits

English as a Second Language is intended for non-native English speaking students who need assistance in developing and improving listening and speaking skills, written communication skills, and basic English grammar.  This course is designed to prepare students with ESL needs in reading English for advanced intermediate courses in basic English skills.  Reading assignments develop themes in contemporary American society, with an emphasis on education and business.  (Prerequisite: Interview with ESL Faculty)

 

 

 

ESL 038

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

3.0 Credits

English as a Second Language is intended for non-native English speaking students who need assistance in developing and improving listening and speaking skills, written communication skills, and basic English grammar.  This course is designed to prepare students with ESL needs in English grammar and writing for advanced intermediate courses in basic English skills.  Writing assignments develop themes in contemporary American society, with an emphasis on education and business.  (Prerequisite: Interview with ESL Faculty)

 

 

 

ESL 100

READING IN ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

3.0 Credits

This course covers the application of basic reading skills to improve critical comprehension, higher order thinking skills, and standard academic vocabulary for students who are taking English as a second language.  (Prerequisite: ESL 037 or RDG 035 or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

 

ESL 103

SPOKEN AMERICAN ENGLISH

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of issues in American English pronunciation, including stress, intonation, and phonetic patterns, with an emphasis on applying these principles to produce clear and comprehensible spoken English.  (Prerequisite: ESL 037 or RDG 035 or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

 

ESL 105

AMERICAN COLLEGE CULTURE

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of the functions and resources of colleges in the United States.  The course is designed to help second-language students adjust to the college community, become familiar with American classroom culture, understand the learning process, and acquire essential academic survival skills.  (Prerequisite: ESL 037 or RDG 035 or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

 

ESL 110

INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSITION FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

3.0 Credits

This course is a study of basic writing, different modes of composition, and English grammar and usage for students who are taking English as a second language.  (Prerequisites: ESL 038 or ENG 035, ESL 037 or RDG 035 or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

 

ESL 150

ESL COMMUNICATION FOR BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY

3.0 Credits

This course develops reading and writing skills, with emphasis on aspects of technical and business English that are difficult for non-native speakers of English.  Students apply principles of clear technical communication to realistic reading and writing situations at work and in the community.  (Prerequisites: ESL 038 or ENG 035, ESL 037 or RDG 035 or equivalent placement test score)

 

 

EVT 254

INDUSTRIAL SAFETY AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE

3.0 Credits

This course state and federal regulations related to worker safety, industrial hygiene, and response to emergency situations.  Emphasis is placed on response to releases of hazardous materials.  (Prerequisite: CHM 110)