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Basic materials, tools, and techniques to produce wood projects. Topics include: shop safety, tool certification, use and care of hand tools/portable power tools/wood-working machinery, designing and drawing wood projects, common wood identification and selection, surfacing/jointing/ cross cutting/ripping lumber, dado and rabbet techniques, fasteners, clamping, gluing, joinery, assembly, surface preparation and finishing. Two lecture; two lab.
Intermediate course in materials, tools and techniques used to produce wood projects. Topics include: shop safety for specialized tools, use and care of specialty woodworking hand tools/specialty portable power tools and specialty woodworking machinery, multi-view project designs and drawings, hardwood lumber grades and identification, intermediate complex joinery, special joining and shaping methods, machinery setups, surface prefinishing and finishing. Prerequisite: INA 105. Two lecture; two lab.
The restoration of wood antiques. Topics include: shop and personal safety, toxic/ caustic substance precautions, project selection, wood and materials identification, hand tools, portable power tools, basic woodworking machinery, finish identification, finish removal, disassembly techniques, minor parts duplication, reassembly, finish matching, and applying new finishes. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic levels of upholstery shop safety, preparation of work areas, project review, frame assembly, materials, preplanning of projects and pro/cons of particular materials and methods. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the machinery, hand tools, safety equipment, and shop practices and procedures used in the upholstery trade. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic concepts of mathematics as they apply to the upholstery trade. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the materials used in furniture construction, including the integral parts of the framework, types of springs, various padding materials, different fabric types, etc. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the basic sewing methods and equipment used in the upholstery trade. Two lecture; two lab.
The fundamentals of upholstering. Topics include: basic tools, safety, basic materials, fabric selection, removal of old coverings, repairs, installing springs and webbing, padding and subcovering, cutting and sewing fitted fabric, fabric installation, and slip covers. Two lecture; two lab.
Upholstery projects of varying degrees of difficulty so students gain experience in stripping and repairing frames, removing old wood finishes and applying new ones, installing new webbing, springs and padding, as well as creating coverings and cushions. Two lecture; two lab.
Forming and joining processes for wood projects. Topics include: lathe safety, center to center turned pieces, faceplate turnings, advanced router applications, shaper safety, piecework production, custom moldings and trim production, marquetry and inlays, exotic wood identification and utilization, and alternate methods of finishing. Prerequisite: INA 106. Two lecture; two lab.
Production woodworking. Topics include: project selection, production planning, replication methods for radial arm saw/ table saw/band saw/lathe/shaper/portable power tools, jig design and manufacture, fixture design and manufacture, service of woodworking portable power tools and machinery, alignment techniques, shop layout for production, finish matching and control. Prerequisite: INA 205. Two lecture; two lab.
The restoration of wood antiques. Topics include: project selection, sequence of work, wood and materials identification and matching or alternatives, finish removal by chemical and manual methods, antique hardware, traditional joinery, finish selection-traditional and modern, disassembly techniques, minor and major parts duplication, reassembly/prefinishing techniques, reassembly, refinishing. Prerequisite: INA 150. Two lecture; two lab.
Upholstery techniques. Topics include: safety, specialty tool use and care, standard and unusual fabrication materials, fabric selection, removal of old coverings, structural disassembly, structural repairs, fabricating replacement components, structural reassembly, modifying upholstered items, spring installation, webbing replacement, installing padding, subcoverings, trade tricks for cutting and sewing, fabric installation, slip covers and fine finishing details. Prerequisite: INA 185. Two lecture; two lab.
Specialized course in reupholstering automotive and marine fixtures. Topics include: safety, specialty tools, weather resistant materials, mechanism mainte-nance/repair/modifications, disassembly, removal of coverings, parts replacement and repair, spring and webbing repair and installation, padding, subcoverings, patterns, cutting/sewing/installation of fabric, slip cover installation. Prerequisite: INA 185. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic applied physical science principles with emphasis upon how they relate to technical careers. Topics covered include: principles of force, work, power, resistance, rate, energy and force transducers. Prerequisite: MAT 109 or equivalent. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic applied physical science principles most useful to students who plan to continue their study and to work as technicians in advanced technology occupations. Topics include: momentum, waves, energy conversions, transducers, radiation, optical systems and time constants. Prerequisite: ITP 105. Two lecture; two lab.
To prepare for both Water Distribution and Water Treatment classes I and II of the state's Operator Certification License exam. Topics include: certification and legal issues, water sciences, hydraulic and math, safety, maintenance, management, processes and a specific list of other topics prioritized from recent examinations for these classes of certification. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Water Treatment and Water Distribution class III of the state's Operator Certification License Exams. Topics of study are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Water Treatment and Water Distribution class IV of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics of study are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Wastewater Treatment and Water Collection Systems class I and II of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics of study are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Wastewater Treatment and Water Collection Systems class III of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
To prepare for both Wastewater Treatment and Water Collection Systems class IV of the state's Operator Certification License Examinations. Topics are prioritized from recent state examinations. Six lecture.
Overview of hydraulics and pneumatics with emphasis upon practical application in technology systems. Hydraulics and pneumatics theory, system design, system components and system troubleshooting is covered. Emphasis is upon control systems. Two lecture; two lab.
Introductory course in the basic programming and operation of industrial robots. Topics include: robotics vocabulary, pick and place operations, positioning by written program, writing advanced multi-position programs, incorporating sensor-relative positions, multi-positioning teaching procedures, repetitive cycle program operation and sorting programs. Two lecture; two lab.
Introductory course in computer-aided manufacturing. Topics include: Cartesian coordinate system, grid sheet drawings, CNC program authoring, Spectrum milling program, lathe grid sheet usage, G and M codes, lathe control programs, AutoSketch!", Spectrum software, CNC lathe projects, CNC milling projects and CNC engraving projects. Two lecture; two lab.
Integrate technology control principles from all major industrial systems in the major areas of manufacturing, construction, communications, transportation, and health care. Emphasis is on system critical thinking and programmable controllers. Prerequisite: ITP 150. Three lecture.
Introduction of the principles behind the manufacturing process, an overall perspective on plant operations and detailed knowledge of the function and operation of equipment. Topics include: industrial safety, environmental protection, operator responsibilities, industrial math, plant science, process sampling, equipment lubrication, chemistry fundamentals, process solubility, reading diagrams, instrumentation and control, portable/emergency equipment, electrical equipment, piping and auxiliaries, valves, pumps, equipment drive components, heat exchangers, fans, steam turbines and material handling. Four lecture.
Applied computational skills for those employed in the power generation industries. Topics include: decimals; addition/ subtraction/multiplication/division; whole numbers and decimals; averages; conver-sions-fractions to decimals; conversion-decimals to fractions; transposing-deci-mals and fractions to percentages; transposing-percentages to decimals and fractions; negative powers of ten notations; positive powers of ten notations; area of various geometric shapes; volume of various materials and shapes; density of various materials and shapes; specific gravity; units of length/distance/time/speed/vol-ume/density; standard to metric conversions; factors; various conversions factors; dimensional problems and units of measure; dimensional problems and units of length; tables and graphs; hypotenuse of right triangles; decimal placement to ten thousandths; math and job related tasks. Three lecture.
First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: safety; personal protection and first aid; coal yard fire production; introduction to power plant operation; sump pumps; wastewater recovery systems; magnetic separators; crushers; rotary car dumpers; stack reclaimers; conveyor systems; dust collections systems; coal handling systems; physical properties: matter and energy; combustion processes; fuel oil systems; boiler fuel systems; combustion air/flue gas systems; ash removal and handling systems; Bobcat systems; plant electrical systems; station service electrical systems; plant systems-air/water/gas; plant instrumentation and controls. Six lecture; three lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: pollution control equipment; sewage treatment system; flue gas scrubber lime system; flue gas cleaning system; water treatment equipment; raw water system; service water system; potable water system; boiler water and steam system; sampling system; chemical services systems; boilers; auxiliary steam system; main and reheat; sootblowing system; steam water cycle; condensate, makeup, transfer and storage system; circulating water system; condensate system; condensate polisher demineralizer system; feedwater system; turbines; main turbine steam system; lube oil conditioning; main turbine lube oil system; electro-hydraulic control system; generators; generator auxiliary system; generator and generator excitation; generator power distribution system; emergency diesel generator; power plant performance; extractor steam and heater drain system; and condenser air removal system. Prerequisite: ITP 210 or instructor permission. Six lecture; three lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing fundamentals of power production. Topics include: Foxboro training; ash handling system; flue gas scrubber lime system; flue gas cleaning system; boiler operation; Westinghouse computer system; heating, ventilating and AC system; compressed air system; raw water system; service water system; condensate makeup; transfer and storage system; potable water system; sewage treatment system; closed cooling water system; condensate system; condensate polishing demineralizer system; boiler fans; combustion air and flue gas system; boiler gas and fuel oil system; fuel oil systems; circulating water system; waste water recovery system; pulverizers and feeders; coal handling system; boiler fuel system; soot blowing system; auxiliary system; service gas system. Prerequisite: ITP 211 or instructor permission. Six lecture; three lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: power generating process; station service electrical; low voltage electrical system; advanced boiler operation; coordinated control system; feedwater system; boiler water and steam systems; sampling systems; chemical services system; turbine operations; extractions; steam and heater drain system; main turbine steam system; lube oil conditioning; transfer and storage system; main turbine lube oil system; advanced turbine operation; condenser air removal system; main and reheat steam system; electro-hy-draulic control (ehc) system; emergency generators; emergency diesel generator; generator operation; generator auxiliary system; generator and generator excitation system; and generator power distribution system. Prerequisite: ITP 212 or instructor permission. Six lecture; two lab.
First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of Instrumentation and Control. Topics include: plant and personal safety; computational skills; soldering skills; process control instrumentation; electronic circuits; direct circuits; alternating circuits; semiconductors; calibration and repair of plant electronic systems. Six lecture; two lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of Instrumentation and Control. Topics include: digital electronics; microprocessors; prints and drawings; process control field devices; instrumentation measurement applications; control instrumentation; pneumatic controllers and transmitters; final control loops; and calibrate, repair or replace I and C devices. Prerequisite: ITP 220 or instructor permission. Six lecture; one lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of Instrumentation and Control. Topics include: programmable logic controllers; instrumentation measurement applications; control instrumentation; cali-brate/repair of electronic controllers; cali-brate/repair pneumatic controllers; cali-brate/repair electronic transducers; calibrate/repair pneumatic transducers; and calibrate/repair indication switches. Prerequisite: ITP 221 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: final control; IE CEM (Continuous Emission Monitoring) system; calibrating/modifying control loops; calibrating/repairing % of oxygen monitors; calibrating/repairing opacity monitors; calibrating/repairing SO2 analyzers; and calibrating/repairing NOX analyzers. Prerequisite: ITP 222 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: plant and personal safety-hazards and protective gear; basic first aid; fire protection; tag-out procedures and M.S.D.S.; basic computational skills; bearing maintenance and lubrication; gaskets and O-rings; rigging and lifting practices; and piping. Six lecture; four lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: valve theory and types; pedestal grinder; bandsaw; drill press; layout and benchwork; basic carpentry; precision measurement; coupling and shaft alignment; opti-line alignment tool; sheave and belt alignment. Prerequisite: ITP 230 or instructor permission. Six lecture; four lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: bearing maintenance and lubrication; bearing inspection; sliding service bearings (removal, inspection and installation); centrifugal pump maintenance; centrifugal pump theories and types; centrifugal pump components and application; positive displacement pump theory and types; positive displacement pump components and application; valve maintenance and inspection; safety and relief valves; repair and calibrate and basic welding. Prerequisite: ITP 231 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. Topics include: overhauling and inspecting horizontal/ vertical centrifugal pumps; positive displacement pump overhaul and inspection; fluid power (hydraulics) maintenance; air compressors and air compressor maintenance. Prerequisite: ITP 232 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
The principles of efficient power plant operation. Topics include: introduction to heat rate improvement; principles of heat transfer; power plant thermodynamics; cycle efficiency; analysis of boiler efficiency; air heaters and preheaters; windboxes/burners/furnaces; superheat-ers/reheaters/economizer; efficient boiler operation; boiler instruments and control; turbine efficiency; condenser efficiency; feedwater heater efficiency; efficient pump operation. Three lecture.
First course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical maintenance. Topics include: plant and personal safety; computational skills; prints drawings; troubleshooting electrical circuits; layout and install terminal and control boxes; electrical grounding systems; Cadweld welds; electrical conduit; national electrical code; direct current; alternating current; and freeze protection. Six lecture; four lab.
Second course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical maintenance. Topics include: locating electrical system grounds; storage batteries and chargers; troubleshoot DC circuits; single- and three-phase circuits; electrical control devices; splices and terminations; use of high and low voltage gloves; AC test equipment; plant lighting system repair; transformers; welders; and troubleshooting and repair. Prerequisite: ITP 250 or instructor permission. Six lecture; four lab.
Third course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: plant electrical systems; motors and generators; limitorque valves; bearing maintenance and lubrication; rigging and lifting practices; precision measurement; National Electrical Code; electrical maintenance on sootblowers; motors and associate circuits; plan cranes and hoists; rotary car dumpers; motor operated valves; plant elevators and manlifts; circuit breakers; and switchgears. Prerequisite: ITP 251 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab.
Fourth course in a sequence of four developing knowledge of the fundamentals of power production. Topics include: Carrier's general training curriculum; heating, ventilating and air-conditioning; plant electrical systems; semi-conductors; electronic circuits; plant communications equipment; and plant fire systems. Prerequisite: ITP 252 or instructor permission. Four lecture; four lab. Special Note: ITP 241 through 248-num-bered courses are primarily offered inhouse at area industries. Public students seeking such employment are encouraged to take the ITP core requirement courses, core elective courses and other ITP elective courses that relate to the desired employment.
Simple conversation in Navajo. Three lecture.
Review and grammar and phonetics. Development of speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisite: LAN 120. Three lecture.
Introduction to Phonetic Alphabet. Learn the phonetic sounds of the Apache language, alphabet and vowels, and reproducing the sounds from the written language. Some basic vocabulary and expressions. Three lecture.
Beginning language drills and skills continued. Includes sentence structure and unusual vowel usage. Prerequisite: LAN 125. Three lecture.
Simple conversational Hopi. Three lecture.
Continues to emphasize conversational Hopi. Further development of Hopi phonetics, grammar, and writing skills. Course is designed to meet the needs of students wishing to converse and write in Hopi. Prerequisite: LAN 130. Three lecture.
Emphasis on learning of the language of signs and cultural information about the people who use American Sign Language (ASL). Three lecture.
Continuation of emphasis on the learning of the language of signs and cultural information about the people who use American Sign Language (ASL). Prerequisite: LAN 160. Three lecture.
Review mastery of pronunciation, identification of tonal sounds, simple sentences and oral sentences. Prerequisite: LAN 121. Three lecture.
Continuation of Navajo I. Focus on grammar and phonetics. Development of speaking, reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: LAN 201. Three lecture.
Advanced emphasis on the learning of the language of signs and cultural information about the people who use American Sign Language (ASL). Prerequisite: LAN 161. Three lecture.
A comprehensive evaluation of syntax, grammar and culture related to American Sign Language. Includes an emphasis on linguistic, social, educational, and political issues in Deaf culture. Special emphasis on the cultural and philosophical attitudes shared with other minority groups. Prerequisite: LAN 161. Three lecture.
Strengthens a student's ability to communicate with American Sign Language. Will help in building vocabulary. All work will be given without verbal instruction. Prerequisite: LAN 260. Three lecture.
Identifies skills and qualities associated with various roles of legal assistants. Discusses the realities of working and the administration of law offices. Explains legal terminology and basic principles in the areas of tort, contract, property and criminal law. Discusses interrelationships among lawyers, the court system, law enforcement and administrative agencies. Identifies development of a case for trial, adjudication, and post-verdict procedures in the civil and criminal systems. Three lecture.
Identifies telephone etiquette, professional judgment, time management and timekeeping. Illustrates creation of files and organization of documents. One lecture.
Demonstrates proper grammar, punctuation and spelling as well as how to write clear, precise, accurate and effective demand letters. One lecture.
Articulates ways to locate private and public records commonly accessed in law practice as well as locating witnesses, defendants, experts and factual information necessary for litigation. Emphasis is on information available on the Internet. Two lecture.
Investigate pretrial civil procedures in both state and federal systems. Enumerates tasks of legal assistants before trial, including preparation of motions, trial notebook, jury instructions, and witness lists during trial and after trial. Also covers filing, enforcing and appealing judgments. Three lecture.
Basic introduction to computer hardware, operating systems, application software and word processing skills, emphasizing Microsoft Word and WordPerfect programs. Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding skills. One lecture.
Practical insight into the rules of evidence to include the general rules governing admissibility of evidence, the hearsay rule and its exceptions, opinion evidence, and evidential privileges. One lecture.
Disciplinary rules and ethical considerations pertinent to legal assistants. Includes research of ethical issues. One lecture.
Outlines the dynamics of communication with clients, witnesses, and law office staff, how to develop effective listening skills, how to conduct interviews and prepare complete interview memoranda. Discusses potential inhibitors and suggested facilitators for effective communication. One lecture.
Explores the basic elements of negligence, strict liability, intentional torts, defenses, damages, joint and several liability, contribution, indemnification, vicarious liability, case evaluation, insurance coverage. Corequisite: LAS 110. Two lecture.
Addresses community property, dissolution, child custody, child support and spousal maintenance procedures. Corequisite: LAS 110. One lecture.
Discusses rights of co-owners of property, restrictions on use of property, deeds and security interests, title examination, real estate closing procedures and documents. Corequisite: LAS 110. Two lecture.
Emphasizes various ways in which property can be held and passed on. Discusses requirements for valid wills, and outlines steps involved in estate administration, and the drafting of a basic will. Corequisite: LAS 110. One lecture.
Explains formation of valid contracts, breach of contract, remedies and third-party rights. Discusses UCC requirements for sales, remedies, security interest, filing statements and third-party rights. Also covers formation and operation of business organizations, benefits and disadvantages, rights and obligations of participants, corporate financing and document preparation. Corequisite: LAS 110. Three lecture.
Explains the management of names, matters and events, indexing structures, reports, ethical issues, fee arrangements, billing cycles, billing procedures, management of billing activities and ethical issues. Prerequisite: LAS 115. One lecture.
How to locate and read state and federal case law, statutes and administrative regulations, citation forms. Covers Shepardizing. Prerequisite: LAS 210 or LAS 214. Two lecture.
Discusses effective writing characteristics, writing strategies, briefing cases, writing effective memoranda of law. Prerequisite: LAS 112. One lecture.
Presents comparison of Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis, LOIS, CD-ROM databases as well as Internet-based research. Outlines formulation of queries, relevancy of search results, ethical issues. Prerequisite: LAS 216. One lecture.
Reviews basic legal principles and terminology in preparation for Certified Legal Assistant Exam. Also reviews legal research and analysis, structure of the American legal system, ethical principles, interviewing techniques and principles of effective written and oral communication. Prerequisites: LAS 211, 212, 213, 214, 216, and 217. Two lecture.
General overview of the services, procedures and resources of a library. Will become familiar with: 1) different types of libraries and their respective functions; 2) library terminology and procedures; 3) major library classification systems; 4) a variety of library reference (research) tools and 5) typical audio-visual equipment found in libraries. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
An introduction to the types and organizational structures of libraries and information centers, and the array of services they provide. Gives an overview of the standard procedures, terminology, broad issues and basic technology common to the library profession. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Covers the basic elements of supervision and personnel management in libraries, developing library policies, oversight of the physical plant, administering the budget, and relations with governing bodies. The manager's role in promoting the library within a community is also explored. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Organizing, classifying, and cataloging print and non-print materials for storage and retrieval. Emphasis will be on the descriptive analysis of materials to be cataloged with the Library of Congress and Dewey classification schemes. Exploration of the techniques for the selection and evaluation of materials will be included as well as an introduction to acquisition procedures. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Basic knowledge of reference sources, services and research strategies. Includes hands-on experience with reference sources, bibliographies, indexes, periodicals and microforms. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement One lecture; four lab.
Public relations techniques for developing meaningful services and programs applicable to particular libraries. Explore marketing efforts to raise awareness of library services to the population groups served. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Selection and evaluation of reading materials for adolescents and children. Stresses programming techniques for this audience. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Explores the principles of materials selection, assessing information needs, collection maintenance through weeding, resource sharing and cooperative collection development for a variety of libraries. Pertinent issues such as censorship, reading levels and copyright will also be covered. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Introduces microcomputer use, automation, and audio-visual equipment in libraries. An overview of library networks, data bases, word processing, CD-ROM use and telecommunications applications will be explored. The role of the Internet as it applies to libraries. A variety of types and brands of audio-visual equipment used in libraries will be introduced. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Basic elements of library research necessary to complete research projects assigned in college courses. Recommended for all students who will be writing term papers. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One-half lecture; one lab.
The operation and basic maintenance of a variety of audio-visual equipment commonly used in information centers. Will be focused on troubleshooting techniques. Preparation and application of various types of nonprint media, such as video and audio, will be explored. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
To strengthen the reference proficiency and knowledge of sources, including on-line bibliographic database searching services, the principles of the detailed reference interview and detailed search strategies. Prerequisite: LIB 107. One lecture; four lab.
Major trends and issues that impact today's libraries and media centers. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four lab.
Supervised work experience in a public, school, academic, or special library that gives the student actual hands-on experience with a variety of tasks in the student's choice of library. Prerequisites: Completion of Library/Media Technology core curriculum and instructor's permission. One lecture; four lab.
Elements of media and/or book reviewing. Practice in the preparation of book and/or media reviews for publication or to promote reading. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture.
Basic library skills necessary for working in church libraries. Emphasis is placed on basic reference work, basic cataloging, basic facilities management, ordering of materials, budget preparation, publicity and inventory/fiscal controls. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One lecture; four
Design and creation of library displays, bulletin boards, exhibits and collections as marketing and informational tools. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One-half lecture; one lab.
Basic parts of a grant proposal as well as basic techniques for writing grant applications. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. One-half lecture; one lab.
Foundational mathematics course for students underprepared in mathematics. Includes an extensive review of the arithmetic of real numbers and a thorough treatment of beginning algebra, as well as topics from number theory, discrete mathematics and geometry. Problem-solving strategies and applications are emphasized. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Practical mathematical skills needed in a wide variety of trade and technical areas. Course includes a review of fractions, decimals, percents, measurement, basic algebra and a brief overview of geometry and trigonometry. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in TLC 092, MAT 100, or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Instruction and practice in the mathematics of fundamental business operations. Percentages, payroll, the mathematics of buying, selling and inventory, interest computations, loans, investments and taxes. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in TLC 092, MAT 100, or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Reviews the nature and uses of modern mathematics for students in the arts, humanities, social sciences. It is not intended for science or technical students, but is designed to meet the math requirements for an AAS degree in selected majors. (See Part IV) Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in TLC 092, MAT 100, or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
An introduction to algebra for those who have not previously studied it or for whom it has been some time since doing so. It is the first class in a two-semester course in algebra. It is assumed that after completion of this class, you will finish the remainder of this algebra sequence by enrolling in MAT 112, Algebra II: Intermediate. This course examines the fundamental ideas of algebra and presents basic laws, properties and operations. Techniques for handling algebraic expressions and solving linear equations and inequalities are covered in depth. Problem-solving strategies and applications are emphasized. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 100, or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Second part of a two-semester course in algebra. Extends understanding of basic algebraic concepts and skills. Operations on rational and radical expressions and techniques for solving quadratic, rational, exponential and logarithmic equations are covered in depth. Functions, relations, operations on functions and the graphs and inverses of functions are also covered. Problem-solving strategies and applications are emphasized. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 109.
Extends student's understanding of basic algebraic concepts and skills. Techniques for solving equations in one and two variables, rational equations, inequalities, polynomials, powers and roots and equations of second degree are covered in depth. Problem-solving strategies and applications are emphasized. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Four lecture.
Statistical methods used in collecting, tabulating, analyzing, and presenting data. Covers frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, and elementary probability and statistical inference. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 109/112 or MAT 121 or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Mathematical principles and processes underlying current and evolving programs of mathematics instruction in elementary schools, grades K-8. Includes problem-solving, set theory and logic, and the systems of whole numbers, integers, rational numbers and decimals. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 112 or MAT 121 or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Mathematical principles and processes underlying current and evolving programs of mathematical instruction in elementary schools, grades K-8. Includes geometry and measurement, statistics and probability. Satisfies foundation studies requirements in mathematics for elementary education majors at Northern Arizona University. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 131 or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Emphasis on developing quantitative skills and reasoning ability. The primary topics covered are management science, statistics, social choice and size and shape. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 109/112 or MAT 121, or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Algebraic concepts at the college level: The approach is intuitive and interactive, with an emphasis on real-life applications and the use of current technologies, particularly graphing calculators. Coursework includes a review of basic algebra, progressing to techniques for solving equations and inequalities both algebraically and graphically. Also covers polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs, as well as sequences, series, and combinatorics. TI-83 graphing calculators required. Prerequisites: Grade C or better in MAT 112 or MAT 121, or satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Realistic applications that illustrate the uses of finite mathematics in business and economics, biology and medicine, and the social sciences. Topics include linear equations, matrices and linear programming, probability and statistics and the mathematics of finance. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 152. Three lecture.
Concepts in algebra and trigonometry necessary to prepare for calculus. The approach is intuitive and interactive, with an emphasis on real-life applications and the use of current technologies, particularly graphing calculations. Coursework includes trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, vectors and applications, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants, and analytic geometry. Prerequisites: Graphing calculator required. Grade of C or better in MAT 152. Three lecture.
Covers differential and integral calculus of elementary functions, oriented toward students majoring in business, management, economics, or the life sciences or social sciences. Emphasizes physical interpretations and problem solving, including the study of functions and graphing, the derivative and its applications, exponential and logarithmic functions, integration and its application and an introduction to multivariate calculus. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 152. Four lecture.
First course in calculus for students in mathematics, engineering and the sciences. Covers limits and continuity, the derivative and its applications, logarithmic and exponential functions, analysis of functions and their graphs, and integration. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 189. Four lecture.
Second course in calculus for students in mathematics, engineering and the sciences. Covers integration and principles of integral evaluation, applications of the definite integral in geometry, science and engineering, mathematical modeling with differential equations, infinite series, and analytic geometry in calculus. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 221. Four lecture.
Third course in calculus for students in mathematics, engineering and the sciences. Covers three-dimensional space, vector-valued functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and topics in vector calculus. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 231. Four lecture.
Introductory course in differential equations for students in mathematics, engineering and the sciences. Stresses the methods of solving elementary differential equations and the applications related to them. First and second order and homogeneous and nonhomogeneous equations, systems of equations and basic power series methods are covered, as well as mathematical modeling of applications. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 241 or instructor permission. Four lecture.
A comprehensive course of medical terminology including topics in anatomy, physiology and disease processes that will enable the learner to function as an effective communicator in a medical office. Prerequisite: EMT 101. Four lecture.
Principles of back office procedures such as vital signs, administering medications, weighing, measuring, dosage calculations, assisting the practitioner and documentation. Includes diagnostic technology and aseptic processes. Prerequisite: MDA 104. Two lecture; six lab.
Law and Ethics as they pertain to the Clinical Medical Assistant. Includes consents, invasion of privacy, malpractice, governmental regulations, confidentiality and actions for collection of patient's bills. Three lecture.
Theory and practice of basic phlebotomy and specimen processing. EKG principles and application of 12-lead EKG. Prerequisite: EMT 101. Two lecture; six lab.
Open to all qualified men and women with instructor approval. Opportunity for performance in men's, women's and mixed choruses. Students need proper attitude and rehearsal habits. May be repeated for credit. Two lab.
Open to all qualified men and women with instructor approval. Opportunity for performance in a musical theatre production. Students need proper attitude and rehearsal habits. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition required. Four lab.
Elements of written music and a foundation for applying these to musical sounds. Two lecture.
Show choir vocal ensemble open to all qualified students. Development of skill and of choral movement, style and technique as well as group choreography. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Admission requires concurrent enrollment in MUS 100. One-half lecture; three lab.
Opportunities for vocalists to form duets, trios, sextets, octets and other mixed vocal ensembles. Provides opportunities for performances and personal enjoyment. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition required. Two lab.
Opportunities for instrumentalists to form string, brass, and woodwind combinations. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition required. Two lab.
A sight singing class for singers preparing for school and/or regional and state auditions. Satisfies proficiency requirement to succeed in Theory I. Two lab.
Beginning writing in four-part choral texture: structure of tonality, doubling and spacing of triads in root position, inversions, and cadences. Prerequisite: MUS 103 or instructor permission. Three lecture.
Intermediate writing in four-part choral textures: non-harmonic tones, melodic harmonization, instrumental styles, seventh chords, borrowed chords, and secondary dominants. Prerequisite: MUS 135. Three lecture.
Introduction to keyboard performance and elements of written music. Open to all students. Two lab.
Continuation of MUS 140. Prerequisite: MUS 140 or instructor's permission. Two lab.
A non-technical introduction to elements of music and music composers of the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical eras. Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement. Three lecture.
Special fee for vocal and/or instrumental private lessons.
Advanced writing in four-part choral texture: modulation, Neapolitan and aug-mented-sixth chords, altered dominants, 9th, 11th, and 13th chords, and extensions of tonal harmony. Prerequisite: MUS 136. Three lecture. Twentieth-century techniques, including harmony by seconds and fourths, synthetic scales, added-tone harmony, new concepts in form and dissonance, atonality, serialism, indeterminacy and minimalism. Prerequisite: MUS 235. Three lecture.
Exercises and original works in various harmonic idioms and styles. Students wishing to take this course should contact instructor. Three lecture.
Continuation of MUS 275. Students wishing to take this course should contact instructor. Prerequisite: MUS 275. Three lecture.
Strings, winds, brass, percussion of at least intermediate proficiency: audition may be required (contact instructor). Symphonic literature; one concert each semester. Two lab.
Strings, winds, brass, percussion of at least intermediate proficiency: audition may be required (contact music instructor). Musical Theatre Literature. One musical per year. May be repeated for credit. Two lab.
Strings, winds, brass, percussion of at least intermediate proficiency: Symphonic literature; one or two concerts each semester. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition required. Four lab. Intensive rehearsal schedule with culminating concert. May be repeated for credit. One lab.
Open to all qualified full-time degree seeking students. Study of music fundamentals and performing standard concert band music. Admission requires concurrent enrollment in MUS 286 and 287. May be repeated for credit. Two lab.
Study and performance of band literature from the Big Band Era. Admission requires concurrent enrollment in MUS 285 and 287. May be repeated for credit. Two lab.
Study and performance of jazz band literature, and appropriate jazz techniques. Admission requires concurrent enrollment in MUS 285 and 286. May be repeated for credit. Two lab.
Designed to comply with federal and state guidelines (OBRA) in that all nursing assistants will receive minimum training and experience in providing basic nursing care. At the completion of the course with a 75% accuracy, the student is eligible to test for state certification. Prerequisite: Basic learning skills testing. Three lecture; six lab.
Continuation of nursing assistant training, building on general knowledge and skills gained in NAT 101. The student acquires and practices additional specialized competencies in client care. Prerequisite: NAT 101. Three lecture; three lab.
Introduction to the use of pharmacological agents during health-illness transitions. Informs students of clinical and cultural competence in the administration of medications. Special emphasis placed on caring behaviors and communication relating to patient teaching as well as to safe and accurate medication administration. Prerequisite: Admission into nursing program. Two lecture.
Within the framework of transitions, the focus is on individuals in well-defined practice settings. Situational transitions of the individual to the nursing student role and the client's admission to and movement within the healthcare system are included. Emphasis is on the student's development as a caring, competent nurse within the legal/ethical framework of the profession, using critical thinking and communication skills. Designed for Licensed Practical Nurses wishing to enter the Associate Degree Nursing Program. Prerequisite: Admission into the nursing program. Four lecture.
Within the framework of transitions, the focus is on individuals in well-defined practice settings. Situational transitions of the individual to the nursing student role and the client's admission to and movement within the health care system are included. Emphasis is on the student's development as a caring, competent nurse within the legal/ethical framework of the profession, using critical thinking and communication skills. Prerequisite: Admission into nursing program. Four lecture; six lab.
Focus on nursing care to promote healthy transitions for individuals and families with chronic health conditions in well-defined practice settings. Emphasis on basic management concepts and continued development of critical thinking, clinical judgment, and skills. Prerequisites: Successful Performance of concert band literature. completion with a grade of C or better in NUR 117, NUR 121 and BIO 201, PSY 101 and ENL 101. Four lecture; 12 lab.
Focus on the scope of practice issues specific to the practical nurse, including care of individuals and families experiencing selected developmental and acute health/ illness transitions. Also includes practical nurse level concepts of management and supervision. Prerequisites: NUR 117, NUR 121, BIO 201, ENL 101. Coenrollment or completion of BIO 202, PSY 240 and NUR 122 with a grade of C or better. Three lecture.
Terminology and anatomy related to intravenous therapy. Includes drug response factors, dosage, calculations, intravenous site dressing change, intravenous administration equipment and initiating intravenous therapy. Also presents documentation and procedures for laboratory check lists. Prerequisite: Current license as LPN. Two and one-half lecture; one-half lab.
An overview of NCLEX-RN requirements. Covers the bank of knowledge designed to assist student nurse transition from student to registered nurse. Materials reviewed are required for examination completion, success, and to obtain licensure. Information includes simulated testing with practice in written and computerized examinations. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in last semester of nursing program or instructor permission. One lecture.
Focus on nursing care to promote healthy transitions for individuals and families experiencing developmental milestones. The student's transition to nurse includes group theory and nursing therapeutics related to parenteral therapy and assisting the client through acute health care issues. Concepts in critical thinking, organizational skills, and psychosocial nursing are included. Prerequisites: Successful completion with a C or better in NUR 122, BIO 202 and PSY 240. Four lecture; 12 lab.
Focus on the impact of acute health/ill-ness transitions on individuals, families, and groups. Emphasis is on synthesis and application of nursing therapeutics in the transition of students to their role in the profession of nursing with an introduction to organizational transitions. Prerequisites: Successful completion with a grade of C or better in NUR 221, BIO 205 and ENL 102. Four lecture; 12 lab.
Introduction to human pathophysiology. Surveys the changes that occur in the human body when normal structure and/or function is altered. Course builds on knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and microbiology. Prerequisites: BIO 202, BIO 205 and CHM 130. Two lecture.
Continuation of Pathophysiology I. Surveys the changes that occur in the human body when normal structure and/or function is altered. Course builds on knowledge of anatomy, physiology, bio-chemistry and microbiology. Prerequisite: NUR 240. Two lecture.
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