Jun 26, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course Abbreviations

The abbreviations or course prefixes are listed alphabetically below. Students should consult the current schedule for additional courses and course availability when planning their schedule.

Note: “cr” stands for semester credit hour. The last digit of the course number generally indicates the semester credit hours awarded and also the number of hours the course meets each week.

 

Emergency Management and Communication Technology

  
  • ECT 2633 - Special Problems in Emergency Management


    3 Credits

    This course provides selected problems that deal with local emergency management needs. Students utilize critical thinking skills and perform the necessary research to develop effective solutions.

    Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator and prior or concurrent enrollment in ECT courses
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ECT 2713 - Emergency Management Technical Practicum


    3 Credits

    This course allows emergency management personnel to implement knowledge and experience by functioning in the career field. The experience is designed to integrate the student’s academic and technical skills into a real-world work environment. Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator and prior or concurrent enrollment in ECT courses.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ECT 2813 - Response to Incidents of Terrorism


    3 Credits

    This course addresses the special concerns and hazards encountered at incidents resulting from acts of terrorism or other criminal intent. Specific issues include responder safety, incident management, and weapons of mass destruction. Additional emphasis is placed on developing working relationships between response agencies involved with terrorism incidents.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ECT 2833 - Principles of Transportation Security


    3 Credits

    History demonstrates that transportation plays an important role in the outcome of a terrorist attack. Likewise, the various modes of commercial transportation provide multiple methods for the concealment and delivery of weapons of mass destruction. This course focuses on the methods and procedures used to safeguard our transportation system and the steps local governments can take to improve the security of transportation facilities.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ECT 2933 - Risk Management I


    3 Credits

    This course facilitates the analysis of local-area hazard data and threat control principles relating to personal and environmental risks. Investigation techniques, inspection methodologies, and prevention programs essential to public safety are emphasized.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture

Education

  
  • EDU 1613 - Foundation in Education


    3 Credits

    Survey of the history and philosophies of American education with special emphasis on current issues and problems in education.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • EDU 2513 - Introduction to Elementary Education


    3 Credits

    An introduction to elementary schools and the role of teachers. Study of and formulation of philosophical thought in relation to educational assumptions, questions, problems and alternatives. Includes a minimum of 40 hours field experience in the elementary school.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • EDU 2613 - Introduction to Secondary Education


    3 Credits

    An introduction to secondary schools and the role of teachers. Study of a formulation of philosophical thought in relation to educational assumptions, questions, problems and alternatives. Includes a minimum of 40 hours field experience in junior and/or senior high schools.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture

Systems-Based Electronics Engineering Technology

  
  • EET 1113 - DC Circuits


    3 Credits

    Principles and theories associated with DC circuits. This course includes the study of electrical circuits, laws and formulae, and the use of test equipment to analyze DC circuits.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1123 - AC Circuits


    3 Credits

    Principles and theories associated with AC circuits. This course includes the study of electrical circuits, laws and formulae, and the use of test equipment to analyze AC circuits. Principles and theories associated with DC circuits. This course includes the study of electrical circuits, laws and formulae, and use of test equipment to analyze DC circuits.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1174 - Fluid Power


    4 Credits

    This basic course provides instruction in hydraulics and pneumatics. The course covers actuators, accumulators, valves, pumps, motors, coolers, compression of air, control devices, and circuit diagrams. Emphasis is placed on the development of control circuits and troubleshooting techniques.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1192 - Fundamentals of Electronics


    2 Credits

    This course is designed to provide students with fundamental skills associated with all electronics courses. Topics covered include safety, breadboarding, use of calculator, test equipment familiarization, soldering, electronic symbols, and terminology.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1213 - Digital Electronics


    3 Credits

    Students are introduced to number systems, logic circuits, counters, registers, memory devices, combination logic circuits, Boolean algebra and a basic computer system in this course.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    1 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1234 - Computer Servicing Lab I


    4 Credits

    This course covers fundamentals of computer servicing including configuration, test equipment usage, basic disassembly and assembly methods, preliminary tests and diagnostics, schematic interpretation, and building cables.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    6 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1333 - Solid State Devices and Circuits


    3 Credits

    Active devices, which include PN junction diodes, bipolar transistors, bipolar transistor circuits and unipolar devices, are studied in this course, with emphasis on low frequency application and troubleshooting.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: EET 1123 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1343 - Motor Control Systems


    3 Credits

    This course covers installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to diagram, wire, and troubleshoot the different circuits and mechanical control devices.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1353 - Fundamentals of Robotics


    3 Credits

    This course is designed to introduce the student to industrial robots. Topics to be covered include robotics history, industrial robot configurations, operation, and basic programming and how they relate to the electrical industry.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1363 - Microcontrollers


    3 Credits

    Students gain the skills and knowledge of microprocessor architecture, machine and assembly language, timing, interfacing and other hardware applications associated with microprocessor systems.

    Prerequisite: EET 1214
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1382 - Industrial Robotics


    2 Credits

    This course teaches the operating systems and advanced programming methods of industrial robots. Actual industrial-grade robots are used to train the students in the areas of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, service procedures, and robotics applications.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 1443 - Fundamentals of Instrumentation


    3 Credits

    This course provides students with a general knowledge of instrumentation principles as they relate to the electrical industry. This course includes instruction in the basis of hydraulics and pneumatics and the use of electronic/electrical circuits in the instrumentation process.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2334 - Linear Integrated Circuits


    4 Credits

    Students gain the skills and knowledge associated with advanced semiconductor devices and linear integrated circuits in this course. Emphasis is placed on linear integrated circuits used with operational amplifiers, active filter, voltage regulators, timers and phase-locked loops.

    Prerequisite: EET 1334
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2363 - Programmable Logic Controllers


    3 Credits

    This course provides instruction and practice in the use of programmable logic controllers (PLC’s) in modern industrial settings. Students learn about the operating principles of PLC’s and practice in the programming, installation and maintenance of PLC’s. Lecture and lab are required.

    Prerequisite: EET 1214
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2373 - Programmable Logic Controllers Multi-Platform


    3 Credits

    This course covers use of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in modern industrial settings as well as the operating principles of PLCs and practice in the accelerated programming across multiple PLC platforms, installation and maintenance of PLCs.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2414 - Electronic Communications


    4 Credits

    This course provides students with the concepts and skills related to analog and digital communications. Topics covered include amplitude and frequency modulation, transmission, reception, data transmission formats and codes, RS-232 interface and modulation-demodulation of digital communication.

    Prerequisite: EET 1363 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2423 - Fundamentals of Fiber Optics


    3 Credits

    Fiber-optic cable in modern industry applications.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2514 - Interfacing Techniques


    4 Credits

    Students study data acquisition devices and systems including their interface to microprocessors and other control systems. Lecture and lab are required.

    Prerequisite: EET 1214
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2812 - Introduction to Mechatronics


    2 Credits

    This course provides a hands-on learning environment to develop and practice the techniques used in programming and sequencing mechatronics systems.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2913 - Special Project


    3 Credits

    This course is designed to provide practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other electronics or electronics-related technical courses.

    Prerequisite: All first year classes
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    6 Hours Lab
  
  • EET 2923 - Supervised Work Experience


    3 Credits

    This course features a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate technical studies with industrial experience. Through an evaluation with the employer and weekly written reports, a student’s technical skills and progress are evaluated.

    Prerequisite: All first year classes
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    6 Hours Lab

Engineering

  
  • EGR 2413 - Engineering Mechanics


    3 Credits

    A lecture course covering the equilibrium of point objects and extended objects in two and three dimensions using vector algebra. Also discussed are distributed forces, structures, friction, and moments of inertia in two or three dimensions.

    Prerequisite: PHY 2515  
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture

Electrical Technology

  
  • ELT 1113 - Residential Wiring


    3 Credits

    This course includes the advanced skills related to the wiring of single and multifamily buildings. Includes instruction and practice in service-entrance installation, National Electrical Code ® requirements, and specialized circuits.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 1123 - Commercial Wiring


    3 Credits

    This course provides instruction and practice in the installation of commercial electrical services including the types of conduit and other raceways, National Electrical Code ® requirements, and three-phase distribution networks.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    7 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 1144 - AC and DC Circuits for Electrical Technology


    4 Credits

    Principles and theories associated with AC and DC circuits used in the electrical trades. Includes the study of electrical circuits, laws and formulas, and the use of test equipment to analyze AC and DC circuits.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    0.5 Hours Lecture
    7 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 1192 - Fundamentals of Electricity


    2 Credits

    This course is designed to introduce fundamental skills associated with all electrical courses. Safety, basic tools, special tools, equipment, and an introduction to simple AC and DC circuits will be included.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 1213 - Electrical Power


    3 Credits

    This course provides information on electrical motors and their installation. Instruction and practice in using the different types of electrical motors, transformers, and alternators.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 1253 - Branch Circuit and Service Entrance Calculations


    3 Credits

    Calculating circuit sizes for all branch circuits and service entrances in residential installation

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 1263 - Electrical Drawings and Schematics


    3 Credits

    This course introduces architectural, industrial, mechanical, and electrical symbols needed to read blueprints, schematic diagrams. Prints and drawings associated with electrical wiring will be studied.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 1413 - Motor Control Systems


    3 Credits

    Installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to diagram, wire, and troubleshoot the different circuits and mechanical control devices.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 2913 - Special Projects I


    3 Credits

    This course provides practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other electrical or electrical-related technical courses. The instructor works closely with the student to ensure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    6 Hours Lab
  
  • ELT 2933 - Special Projects II


    3 Credits

    This course provides practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other electrical or electrical-related technical courses. The instructor works closely with the student to ensure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    6 Hours Lab

Emergency Medical Services

  
  • EMS 1118 - Emergency Medical Technician


    8 Credits

    This course focuses on the fundamental responsibilities of the EMT during each phase of an emergency medical incident. These include conducting patient assessments, evaluating emergency medical conditions, providing proper care and treatment, and facilitating the safe transportation of patients by ambulance.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    5 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
    3 Hours Clinical
  
  • EMS 1122 - Introduction to EMS Systems


    2 Credits

    This course introduces the student to the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems, roles, and responsibilities of the paramedic, well-being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention, medical/legal issues, ethical issues, therapeutic communications, and life span development.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1133 - Foundations of Paramedicine


    3 Credits

    This course includes a comprehensive review of the knowledge base and skill set of the Emergency Medical Technician. History of EMS, Well-Being of the EMT, medical legal issues, communication and documentation will be expanded to the role of a paramedic. This course includes the theory related to intravenous/intraosseous access, medication administration, patient assessment, and introductory pharmacological calculations. It also includes a laboratory experience designed to give psychomotor experience to the theoretical concepts developed in the lecture. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1213 - Concepts of Airway and Respiratory Medicine


    3 Credits

    This course integrates complex knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology into the assessment to develop and implement a treatment plan with the goal of assuring a patient airway, adequate mechanical ventilation, and respiration for patients of all ages. This course also includes a lab that will integrate comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology into the assessment to develop and implement a treatment plan with the goal of ensuring a patent airway, adequate mechanical ventilation, and respirations for patients of all ages. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1314 - Airway: Management, Respiration, and Oxygenation


    4 Credits

    This course will provide the student with the essential knowledge to attain an airway and manage the respiratory system using advanced techniques. This course was previously taught as Airway Management and Ventilation (EMT 1315).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    6 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1325 - Concepts of Cardiovascular Medicine


    5 Credits

    This course consists of the theory, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and treatments associated with the conditions of the cardiovascular system. This includes the theory of introductory, advanced, and multi­lead electrocardiogram interpretation. Changes in the lifespan will also be included. It is also a laboratory experience designed to give psychomotor experience to the theoretical concepts developed in the lecture. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1414 - Patient Assessment


    4 Credits

    This course will teach comprehensive history taking and physical exam techniques.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    6 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1422 - EMS Special Patient Populations


    2 Credits

    This course will provide a comprehensive overview of providing care for the patient with special needs. This course was previously taught as Special Considerations (EMT 1423).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1513 - EMS Practicum I


    3 Credits

    This course will provide clinical training on the skills and knowledge obtained in the classroom. This will be a supervised activity carried out in the clinical and field setting at approved sites. This course was formerly taught as Clinical Internship I (EMT 1513).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    9 Hours Clinical
  
  • EMS 1514 - Practicum I


    4 Credits

    Using supervised rotations in a definitive care setting, the students will apply the concepts developed in the didactic and laboratory courses to live patients. This will include, but not be limited to, rotations in the emergency department, ICU, OR, respiratory therapy, and pediatrics. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    12 Hours Clinical
  
  • EMS 1525 - Practicum II


    5 Credits

    This course will provide clinical and field training on the skills and knowledge obtained in classroom. This will be a supervised activity carried out in the clinical and field setting at approved site. This course was previously taught as EMS Clinical Internship II and now incorporates EMS Field Internship I (EMT 2552).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    9 Hours Clinical
    Note: 6 hours field clinical.
  
  • EMS 1614 - Pharmacology


    4 Credits

    This course will teach comprehensive pharmodynamics and pharmaco- kinetics. This course was formerly taught as Pre-hospital Pharmacology (EMT 1613).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1713 - Concepts of Neurological Medicine


    3 Credits

    This course consists of the theory, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and treatments associated with conditions of the nervous system. This includes conditions related to structure and those associated with organic and non- organic brain disease. Changes in the lifespan will be included. It is also a laboratory experience designed to give psychomotor experience to the theoretical concepts developed in the lecture. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1825 - Cardiology


    5 Credits

    This class will teach a comprehensive approach to the care of patients with acute and complex cardiovascular compromise. This course was previously named Pre-hospital Cardiology (EMT 1825).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    6 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 1913 - Concepts of Reproductive Medicine


    3 Credits

    This course consists of the theory, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and treatments associated with conditions of the reproductive system. The course includes care of the newborn as part of the concepts in reproductive medicine. Changes in the lifespan will be included. It is also a laboratory experience designed to give psychomotor experience to the theoretical concepts developed in the lecture. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 2314 - Medical Emergencies of the Secondary Assessment


    4 Credits

    This course will integrate patient assessment and assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology across the lifespan. At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment/disposition plan for a patient with a medical complaint. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 2414 - Maternal/Child Emergencies


    4 Credits

    This course will provide a detailed understanding of the anatomic structures, physiology, and pathophysiology encountered when providing care in gynecological and obstetrical emergencies as well as pediatric emergencies. The course was previously divided into Pre-hospital OB/GYN (EMT 2412) and Pre-hospital Pediatrics (EMT 2423).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 2566 - EMS Practicum III


    6 Credits

    This course will provide advanced clinical and field experiences in the skills and knowledge obtained in the classroom with an emphasis on leadership skills. These will be supervised activities carried out in the clinical and out-of-hospital field setting at approved sites with an approved preceptor. This course was previously called EMS Field Internship II (EMT 2564).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    15 Hours Clinical
  
  • EMS 2714 - Trauma


    4 Credits

    This course will provide advanced instruction in the integration of pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for a suspected trauma patient. This course was previously called Pre-hospital Trauma (EMT 2714).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 2715 - Concepts of Traumatic Medicine


    5 Credits

    This course will develop the basis for the pathophysiology, identification, and treatment of traumatic emergencies including coverage of concepts related to trauma systems and shock management. These concepts will be examined in patients across the life span. It also includes the trauma laboratory experience designed to give psychomotor experience to the theoretical concepts developed in the lecture. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 2855 - Medical


    5 Credits

    This course will provide a detailed understanding of the anatomic structures, physiology, and pathophysiology encountered when providing care in medical emergencies involving pulmonary, allergy and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology, renal urology, and hematology. This course was previously called Pre-hospital Medical Care (EMT 2855).

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    6 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 2912 - Concepts of EMS Operations


    2 Credits

    This course teaches the leadership skills necessary to manage complex situations including patient care, management of the hazardous and crime scene, supervision, mentoring, and leading other personnel.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  
  • EMS 2934 - Paramedic Capstone


    4 Credits

    This course serves as a capstone experience course at the end of the Paramedic Program. This course will include the following topics: special needs patient populations, EMS research, principles of public health, integration of leadership, and emerging roles in EMS. It will also serve as a comprehensive review of the program. This course will provide the student with a final opportunity to incorporate their cognitive knowledge and psychomotor skills through cumulative practical skill evaluations and a comprehensive Final Examination. 

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab

English

  
  • ENG 0124 - Intermediate English and Reading


    4 Credits

    This course is designed to prepare students for English Composition. Concepts covered include paragraph and essay development with an emphasis on content and structure. Grammar skills related to the writing process are reviewed. This course does not satisfy degree or program requirements.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 1113 - English Composition I


    3 Credits

    English Composition I prepares the student to think critically and compose texts for academic and professional rhetorical situations. Students must demonstrate competency in basic computer usage to exit the course.

    Prerequisite: ACT score of 17 or above in English (or equivalent) or a “C” or above in ENG 0124 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 1114 - Enhanced English Composition I


    4 Credits

    This course prepares the student to think critically and compose texts for academic and professional rhetorical situations.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    1 Hours Lab
  
  • ENG 1123 - English Composition II


    3 Credits

    ENG 1123 is a continuation of ENG 1113  with an emphasis on research, argumentation, and composition. In this course, students continue to develop effective techniques of writing and reading. Readings, essays, and a research paper are required.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2133 - Creative Writing I


    3 Credits

    This course involves reading and writing poetry, short fiction, creative nonfiction, and/or drama.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2143 - Creative Writing II


    3 Credits

    This course is a continuation of reading and writing poetry, short fiction, creative nonfiction, and/or drama. Students refine skills learned in ENG 2133  by writing complete poems, short stories, and/or one-act plays. This course is the last creative writing course students can take for credit.

    Prerequisite: ENG 2133  or its equivalent
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2153 - Traditional Grammar


    3 Credits

    This course focuses on the basic elements of English grammar and mechanics. Beginning with parts of speech, it covers sentence patterns, pronouns, troublesome verbs, subject-verb agreement, spelling, diction, punctuation, and mechanics: all aspects of traditional grammar that writers - including elementary teachers introducing language skills to children may encounter.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2223 - American Literature I


    3 Credits

    This course surveys representative prose and poetry of the United States from its beginnings to the Civil War.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113  and ENG 1123 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2233 - American Literature II


    3 Credits

    This course surveys representative prose and poetry of the United States from the Civil War to the present.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113  and ENG 1123 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2323 - British Literature I


    3 Credits

    This course surveys British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon Period through the Restoration and the Eighteenth Century.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113  and ENG 1123 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2333 - British Literature II


    3 Credits

    This course surveys British Literature from the Romantic Period to the present.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113  and ENG 1123 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2423 - World Literature I


    3 Credits

    This course surveys texts representative of global and historical diversity from the ancient world through the early modern world.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113  and ENG 1123 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • ENG 2433 - World Literature II


    3 Credits

    This course surveys texts representative of global and historical diversity from the Enlightenment Period to the present.

    Prerequisite: ENG 1113  and ENG 1123 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture

Educational Psychology

  
  • EPY 2513 - Child Psychology


    3 Credits

    A study of various aspects of human growth and development during childhood and emerging adolescence. Topics include biological, psychosocial and cognitive development.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • EPY 2523 - Adolescent Psychology


    3 Credits

    A study of various aspects of human growth and development during adolescence. Topics include biological, psychosocial and cognitive development.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • EPY 2533 - Human Growth and Development


    3 Credits

    A study of various aspects of human growth and development from conception through death. Topics include biological, psychosocial and cognitive development.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture

Fire Protection Technology

  
  • FFT 1113 - Introduction to Fire Science


    3 Credits

    An orientation to the fire service, this course explores department structure and organization, operations and responsibilities and the history of the fire services and changes that are currently remolding traditional fire services.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 1123 - Introduction to Fire Prevention


    3 Credits

    This course introduces students to modern approaches of fire prevention. An overview of current fire prevention methods is provided, including codes and standards, company-based Inspections, public fire Education, interdiction programs and legislation affecting fire prevention activities.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 1213 - Firefighting Principles and Practices


    3 Credits

    A basic firefighting tactical course, this class provides information on the major principles and practices conducted at fire and emergency scenes. Concentrating on activities of rescue, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, offensive and defensive attack methods and firefighter safety, students explore various operations that must be conducted in a coordinated manner.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 1223 - Fire Apparatus & Hydraulics


    3 Credits

    Engines, pumps, operation procedures, maintenance techniques and equipment specifications are discussed while providing a working knowledge and understanding of various types of apparatus and equipment used by the fire service.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 1813 - Fire Law


    3 Credits

    An analysis of public law that affects the fire service is the basics of this class. From laws related to codes and standards, administrative and management practices, to those related to the fire ground, students learn the fundamentals of fire department operations and management.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 1913 - Planning for Fire & Emergency Services


    3 Credits

    With emphasis on the identification and evaluation of problems common to the management of public safety resources, this course explores the planning, training, and logistical concerns needed to maintain organizational readiness and community preparedness.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2313 - Disaster Management


    3 Credits

    A study in the fundamental principles of preparing for and responding to local disasters. This course focuses on analyzing resources, developing and implementing response plans, and starting the recovery process.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2323 - Building Construction


    3 Credits

    Why do buildings burn? What are the danger areas of various types of construction? This course investigates building construction from the standpoint of the fire service. A basic overview of building codes and construction methods is used to familiarize students with building components and construction types.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2333 - Fire Fighter Safety


    3 Credits

    This course provides an overview of safety practices for the emergency service worker. Covering the individual and team from “in the station” through the emergency scene and return back to service, this course is essential for those who participate in emergency service activities.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2413 - Strategy & Tactics


    3 Credits

    Strategy and tactics used in a variety of situations faced by the fire service are explored. Covering different situations from small everyday occurrences to massive conflagrations, this course makes use of simulations and case histories in exploring necessary strategy and tactical endeavors.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2423 - Incident Management Systems


    3 Credits

    This course is a study of incident management systems used for handling situations from the smallest incidents to the largest. A variety of methods are discussed with emphasis placed on the National Incident Management Systems.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2433 - Special Problems in Fire Protection


    3 Credits

    This course provides selected problems aimed towards local fire service needs. Students utilize critical thinking and perform the necessary research to develop effective solutions.

    Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator and prior or concurrent enrollment in FFT courses
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2813 - Fire Department Management


    3 Credits

    This course introduces students to management. Particular attention is paid to the management process as it relates to non-emergency and emergency aspects of the fire officer’s role.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2823 - Fire Service Supervision


    3 Credits

    Focusing specifically on supervising and managing personnel involved with fire protection, this course provides students with information on developing effective supervisory techniques, the role of the supervisor, dealing with problem situations and other areas relating to personnel in fire science and individual work groups.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2833 - Financial Management


    3 Credits

    Budgeting and financial management are the primary concerns of this course. Various methods of budgeting are discussed as well as budgetary tracking methods and evaluation procedures. An applied project requires the development of a model budget for the student’s fire service organization.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2913 - Delivering Fire & Emergency Services


    3 Credits

    The proper deployment of adequate resources is often the most critical aspect of an effective response. This course emphasizes methods for interpreting data and making sound tactical decision to manage local emergency situations and other large-scale incidents.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2923 - Community Risk Management I


    3 Credits

    This course facilitates the analysis of local-area hazard data and threat control principles relating to personal and environmental risks. Investigation techniques, inspection methodologies, and prevention programs essential to public safety are emphasized.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  
  • FFT 2933 - Community Risk Management II


    3 Credits

    A continuation of the principles addressed in Community Risk Management I, this course requires the analysis of a specific hazard and the application of specialized mitigation and control measures. The use of various codes, standards, and regulations related to such activities serves as the focal point of this course.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture

Geography

  
  • GEO 1123 - Principles of Geography


    3 Credits

    A topical survey of basic geography, planetary relationships of the earth, interpretation and use of maps, elements of weather and climate, regional distribution of climatic elements and the interrelationship of physical and cultural landscapes.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture

Geology

  
  • GLY 1111 - Physical Geology, Laboratory


    1 Credits

    Laboratory course which may accompany GLY 1113 . Study of the common rocks, minerals, topographic maps, and geologic maps.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  
  • GLY 1113 - Physical Geology


    3 Credits

    The course is designed to help students to more thoroughly understand the physical environment and forces that shape our Earth and affect our lives. It primarily covers the relationships of Earth processes and the resultant rocks, minerals, physical features, and natural resources on the Earth’s surface and in its subsurface.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
 

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