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TCC Catalog 2018-19 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

Florida’s Statewide Course Numbering System  
 

Environmental Sciences
  

  • EVR1858 Environmental Regulation and Compliance

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental reading, writing and mathematics.
    This course provides an overview of environmental regulations and compliance issues related to current environmental law. Topics include the history and foundation of environmental regulations, current and possible future regulations, and the manner in which compliance is achieved at local, state and federal levels. An in-depth examination of applicable regulations and administrative compliance with administrative structure will be pursued. Online: 3 hours.
  

  • EVR2892C Environmental Sampling and Analysis I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading, writing and mathematics.
    This course builds student knowledge, skills and experience in environmental sampling and analysis. Topics include the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s standard operating procedures for the collection of surface water, groundwater, wastewater, potable water systems and sediment. Hands-on field activities will complement classroom exercises. Online and field work: 3 hours.

Film
  

  • FIL1031 History of Film I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of ENC1101 .
    Examination of the history of film, concentrating on initial theories, early development and technological advances through film’s maturity into a major art form and industry at the conclusion of World War II. Lecture: 3 hours.
  

  • FIL2000 Film Appreciation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of ENC1101 .
    A course to extend the knowledge and critical appreciation of film as an informed audience member and to amplify and intensify critical skills with regard to analyzing and evaluating films. Students will become familiar with a cross section of modern critical approaches, as well as individual and personal evaluations of films. Also focuses on the role and responsibility of the informed audience member with regard to film philosophy and theory, including the major genres and styles of film art. Lecture: 3 hours.
  

  • FIL2032 History of Film II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of ENC1101 .
    Examination of the history of film, concentrating on the development of the medium into an international art and industry from the end of World War II to the present. Includes an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the modern film industry. Lecture: 3 hours.
  

  • MMC1540 Media Aesthetics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of ENC1101 .
    This course is an introduction to media design and aesthetics. The course will introduce concepts and terminology while exploring how the media communicate meanings within a culture. Principles of visual literacy and how these principles may be used for the critical analysis of the media will also be investigated. Lecture: 3 hours.

Firefighter
  

  • FFP0010 Firefighter I

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Passing score on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and admission into the Firefighter certificate program.
    This course covers science of fire, breathing apparatus, ladders, hose, nozzles and fire streams. The program also includes first responder medical and awareness-level hazardous material training. Upon successful completion of the course, and a written examination, the student will receive a certificate of competency from the Bureau of Fire Standards and training as a volunteer firefighter. Contact: 206 clock hours. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.
  

  • FFP0020 Firefighter II

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of  .
    This course prepares students for certification and employment as firefighters in accordance with Florida Statute 633. Classroom and field sessions form minimum standards training meeting Florida State, NFPA, and DOE Firefighter II requirements. Contact: 192 clock hours. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.

Foreign Language
  

  • FRE1120 Elementary French I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Basic elements of French usage taught in context. Emphasis is on pronunciation and comprehension. Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • FRE1121 Elementary French II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in FRE1120 .
    Continuation of FRE1120 . Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • GER1120 Elementary German I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Essentials of German, with emphasis on auditory experience, oral practice and the structure of the language. Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • GER1121 Elementary German II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in GER1120 .
    Continuation of GER1120 . Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • ITA1120 Beginning Italian I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Essentials of Italian, with special emphasis on oral and aural practice in the language. Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • ITA1121 Beginning Italian II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in ITA1120 .
    Continuation of ITA1120 , with special emphasis on oral and aural practice in the language. Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • LAT1120 Beginning Latin I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Essentials of Latin, with emphasis upon grammar, syntax and Roman civilization. Lecture: 4 hours.
  

  • LAT1121 Beginning Latin II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in LAT1120 .
    Continuation of LAT1120 . Lecture: 4 hours.
  

  • SPN1120 Elementary Spanish I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Essentials of Spanish, with special emphasis on oral and aural practice in the language. Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • SPN1121 Elementary Spanish II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in SPN1120 .
    Continuation of SPN1120 . Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • SPN2220 Intermediate Spanish

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in SPN1120  and SPN1121 .
    Develops the student’s reading, grammar, vocabulary and conversational skills and introduces certain literary and cultural concepts that will enhance comprehension of the unique qualities of Hispanic civilization. Lecture: 3 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Additional fee.

Geography
  

  • GEA2000 World Regional Geography

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A survey of the major regions of the world and their component areas. An examination of the principal physical, biotic and cultural elements in these places leads to an appreciation of the diverse environments and the common problems that exist in the world. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • GEO1400 Introduction to Human Geography

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    An introductory course surveying world demographic patterns and problems, human elements of geography and how those elements contribute to the development of regional cultural landscapes, processes of landscape development and modification, environmental problems that are related to human activity, current political and economic interdependencies, and activities related to global economic restructuring. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.

Graphic Design/Multimedia
  

  • CGS1520 Introduction to Multimedia Programming

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement test scores or completion of developmental education reading.
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s): recommended:  .
    Topics include multimedia applications, principles of video and sound manipulation, multimedia and the Internet, and design issues for multimedia programming. The student will use Adobe Flash for multimedia development and Adobe Photoshop for editing graphics. Hands-on projects are required. Contact: 3 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • GRA1111C Graphic Design I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s): Recommended:  .
    An overview of the technical principles, fundamentals and terminology of the electronic publishing field. Introduction to professional-level software packages such as the Adobe Creative Suite of InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Contact: 4 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • GRA1206C Typography

    3 credit hour(s)
    Emphasis is on the practical application of typographic elements and on typography as an exclusive element of design, as it relates to the principles of good design and visual communication. This is web-based course. High speed internet, Adobe Creative Suite CC (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat), the textbook and access to a scanner and printer are required. In addition, students need a typography ruler that shows picas, points and inches; a sketch pad; and pencils and markers. The student is expected to have a working knowledge of current versions of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat. This can be achieved through GRA1111C . Additionally, instructor-prepared videos are available as a refresher. Contact: 4 hours. Computer Competency, Web-based Course.
  

  • GRA2103C Computer Based Design I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of GRA1111C , GRA1206C  and  , or instructor approval.
    Uses the principles of good visual communication and the computer for creating graphic design materials and products. Advanced design skills and functional knowledge of professional software programs such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop are needed to successfully complete the course projects. Suggested co-requisite: GRA2121 . Contact: 4 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • GRA2105C Computer Based Design II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of GRA1111C , GRA1206C  and PGY2801C .
    Corequisite(s): Suggested GRA2121 .
    A continuation of GRA2103C , leading to more advanced topics and design projects. Uses the principles of good visual communication and design and professional software such as Adobe Illustrator, Acrobat, InDesign and Photoshop to successfully complete the course projects. From concept stage to electronic pre-press, the entire process will be studied, with finished portfolio pieces the final outcome. Contact: 4 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • GRA2121 Publication Design

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of GRA1111C  and  , or instructor approval.
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s): Recommended:  .
    Students gain an in-depth understanding of publication design while gaining proficiency in the most widely used page layout application in the professional field, Adobe InDesign. Single- and multi-page documents will be covered, including creating print-ready files. Students also receive an introduction to electronic publishing by designing publications for other formats such as tablets and smartphones (e-books, EPUBs, and electronic articles). Contact: 3 hours. Additional fee.
  

  • GRA2140 Web Page Design

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of CGS1820 .
    Through the use of practical activities, students will learn advanced web development/design concepts and techniques. Topics include advanced CSS, templates, reusable objects, search engine optimization, e-commerce components, advanced page layout and introduction to dynamic web application development. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • GRA2207 Advanced Image Editing

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of PGY2801C  or instructor approval.
    Exploration of advanced image-processing techniques. Students will learn how to prepare images for various output venues, including Web and multimedia publishing, animation and video. Project focus on resolution, color management, image creation, video and audio proper compressions, and special effects. Industry-standard hardware and software will be used. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • PGY2801C Photoshop

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): GRA1111C .
    This course focuses on learning aspects of image manipulation, techniques needed for image retouching and working with multilayered compositions through the use of Adobe Photoshop. Contact: 4 hours. Additional fee.

Health Education and Safety
  

  • HSC1100 Concepts of Positive Living

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    An introductory course in personal health, emphasizing healthy lifestyle behaviors. Specific topics include nutrition, exercise, mental health, sexuality, substance abuse, communicable diseases, chronic diseases and injury prevention. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HSC1171 Wellness through Stress Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Explores the nature and scope of stress in today’s society, with emphasis on the impact of stress on human health. Coping strategies for environmental, social and internally induced stressors are discussed. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HSC2200 Principles of Contemporary Health

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A study of public health issues as related to the community and the individual. Cases, consequences, prevention and/ or possible solutions are explored. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HSC2400 First Aid

    3 credit hour(s)
    College-level first aid course designed to teach students how to effectively assess and treat the first aid needs of the injured or ill patient. Course includes American Heart Association CPR certification at the healthcare provider/professional rescuer level. Course is especially recommended for students who plan to major in EMS, recreation, physical education or elementary education. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HSC2531 Medical Terminology

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores or completion of developmental education reading.
    This course prepares students to analyze medical terms structurally; to spell and pronounce medical terms correctly; and to correlate an understanding of words and word elements with basic anatomy, physiology and disease processes. Contact: 3 hours.

Health Information and Informatics Management
  

  • HIM1000 Introduction to Health Information and Informatics Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    This course introduces the fundamentals of the healthcare delivery system, health information management and health information systems. It will familiarize the student with the concepts and subject matter in each of the five domains and 15 subdomains recommended by the American Health Information Management Association. Topics include the history of the health information management profession in correlation with present and future career opportunities; introduction to healthcare organizations and licensing/accrediting bodies; content, structure, form design and requirements for healthcare records; Joint Commission record review; master patient index systems; confidentiality and ethical issues related to healthcare information; and effective management of information using computer technology and its impact on medical research, education and patient care. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HIM1930 Professional Development I

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in  .
    This course provides students with structured learning experiences to introduce them to the health information management profession and professionalism. Students will explore career options and credentialing requirements, as well as develop a professional development plan. Classroom activities will prepare students to be team players with the positive attitude and effective communication skills needed to succeed in the field. Contact: 1 hour.
  

  • HIM2012 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Healthcare

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    This course covers the legal and ethical aspects of healthcare. Issues related to health information management are emphasized. Covers state and federal laws relating to healthcare, legal terminology, confidentiality, access and release of information, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), tracking of disclosed information, liability, subpoenas, depositions, consent, and authorization guidelines and privacy. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HIM2112C Health Information Technology

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores or completion of developmental education reading, writing and mathematics.
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s):   
    This combined lecture/laboratory course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the history, theory and functional benefits of electronic health records. Topics of study include the transition from a paper-based health record to an electronic health record and challenges to adoption; databases and electronic health record (EHR) data formats; major types of healthcare system applications; and terminologies, classifications, vocabularies and data standards. Students will complete an electronic health record simulation. Lecture: 1 hour. Lab: 2 hours.
  

  • HIM2214 Health Statistics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s): HIM1000 .
    This course provides instruction on how to abstract and maintain data for clinical indices/databases/registries; collect, organize and present data for quality management, utilization management, risk management and other uses; compute and interpret healthcare statistics; apply institutional review board processes and policies; use specialized databases to meet specific organization needs such as medical research and disease registries; analyze clinical data to identify trends that demonstrate quality, safety and effectiveness of healthcare; calculate staffing levels and productivity standards for health information functions; and calculate health information departmental record supplies such as storage units for budget recommendations. Students will receive hands-on experience with statistical software. Contact 3 hours.
  

  • HIM2222C ICD Coding System - CM

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM1000 , HSC2531 , BSC2085  and BSC2085L .
    Corequisite(s): HIM2253C  
    This combined lecture/laboratory course continues instruction in the International Classification of Diseases, current procedural terminology and the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System. The student will be provided with instruction in the application of guidelines related to abstracting, billing, reimbursement and data-quality management principles of medical coding across all care settings. Students will study complex medical and surgical diagnoses and procedures in the inpatient and outpatient settings. The 3M encoder will be used. Students will cover advanced coding concepts related to hospital diagnosis-related groups, case mix and ambulatory service centers. Regulatory changes affecting coding and reimbursement will also be discussed. Lecture: 2 hours. Lab: 2 hours. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • HIM2235C Advanced Coding - PCS

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in BSC2086  and BSC2086L .
    Corequisite(s): HIM2253C  
    This combined lecture/laboratory course continues instruction in the International Classification of Diseases, current procedural terminology and the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System. The student will be provided with instruction in the application of guidelines related to abstracting, billing, reimbursement and data-quality management principles of medical coding across all care settings. Students will study complex medical and surgical diagnoses and procedures in the inpatient and outpatient settings. The 3M encoder will be used. Students will cover advanced coding concepts related to hospital diagnosis-related groups, case mix and ambulatory service centers (ASCs). Regulatory changes affecting coding and reimbursement will also be discussed. Lecture: 1 hour. Lab: 3 hours. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • HIM2253C CPT Coding System

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM1000 , HSC2531 , BSC2085  and BSC2085L .
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s): BSC2086 , BSC2086L   and HIM2222C .
    This combined lecture/laboratory course is designed to develop skills in the use of basic coding conventions and introduce principles of classifying physician services using current procedural terminology, as well as the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS). Lecture: 2 hours. Lab: 2 hours.
  

  • HIM2272 Reimbursement Methodology

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM2222C  and HIM2253C .
    This course introduces current health insurance programs for reimbursement in inpatient and outpatient prospective payment systems. Topics covered include group and individual insurances, health maintenance organizations, preferred provider organizations and government-sponsored medical insurance programs. Discussion will include diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) and ambulatory payment classifications (APCs). Students will complete uniform bill (UB) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) forms for reimbursement. Students will perform quality reviews for code and documentation assignments. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HIM2433 Pathophysiology/Pharmacology

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in BSC2086  and BSC2086L .
    This course emphasizes the fundamentals of the human disease process. It introduces important terminology, inflammation and allergy, neoplasia, heredity and disease, dietary factors and diseases, infectious diseases, and the major diseases associated with each body system. Students will learn to recognize drug names and drug classes; understand drug actions and rationale for treatment; discern between sound-alike drugs; and understand side effects, allergic effects and other effects of drugs. The course addresses various healthcare issues relating to pharmacology. Contact: 4 hours. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • HIM2442 Pharmacology for Health Professions

    2 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in BSC2086  and BSC2086L .
    Basic pharmacological concepts and principles are taught. Therapeutic medications are taught, including their indications, contraindications, actions, side effects and adverse reactions. Medications are related to various body systems as well as disease across the lifespan. Contact: 2 hours.
  

  • HIM2500 Healthcare Data and Quality Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM2214 .
    This course will focus on issues confronting healthcare managers seeking to improve the quality of healthcare delivery. Students will be introduced to quality indicators and quality-improvement tools. Students will learn how to collect, summarize, statistically analyze, present, and interpret data. Regulatory quality monitoring will be addressed. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HIM2512 Principles of Organization and Project Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM1000 .
    This course provides the student with an overview of managing health information operations. Students will focus on concepts necessary to become effective managers. Topics of study will include principles of human resources, financial and resource management, and project management processes. Projects within this course may require use of Microsoft applications and the Internet. Contact: 3 hours.
  

  • HIM2920 HIT Seminar

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  .
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s):  ,  .
    This course is an examination of current issues and problems facing the healthcare industry and the health information management field. Effective methods of identifying problems and arriving at satisfactory solutions will be employed. Contact: 1 hour.
  

  • HIM2933 Professional Development II

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM2272 , HIM2235C , HIM2500 , HIM2512 , HIM2433 , HIM2442 .
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s): HIM2943 ,  .
    This course will assist students in preparing to take the national certification examination for Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT.) During the course, there will be a review of the key components of the competencies outlined in the domains, subdomains and tasks. The course will cover the application process; an overview of the test format and cognitive levels; reference material to review; study tips; individual preparation plan; assessment by domain to identify student specific areas of strengths and weaknesses; and lectures on key components of each domain. Students will participate in structured learning experiences designed to enable them to enter the health information management field. Contact: 1 hour.
  

  • HIM2935 MCB Practicum and Exam Review

    1 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM2272 , HIM2235C , HIM2433  and HIM2442 .
    This course will prepare students for a coding and/or billing certification. Students will also participate in a supervised practical experience within a simulated and/or actual healthcare setting. Students will receive at least 45 hours of practical experience, training and exam review. Contact: 45 practicum hours per semester.
  

  • HIM2943 HIM Practicum

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in HIM2272 , HIM2235C , HIM2500 , HIM2512 , HIM2433 , HIM2442 .
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s): HIM2933 ,  .
    This course will offer practical application in a clinical setting of knowledge acquired in the classroom for the Health Information Technology A.S. degree. Student will complete a supervised professional practice experience in a healthcare setting consisting of a minimum of 45 field hours. Up to 90 additional hours will be completed in a virtual or field environment. A combined total(field/virtual) of 135 hours is required for completion of this course.

Health Science
  

  • HSC1000 Orientation to Perioperative Services

    3 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  .
    The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the surgical healthcare delivery system and provide an overview of the roles and responsibilities of members of the perioperative healthcare team. Common illnesses and emergency situations will be discussed, with a focus on prevention of disease and promotion of wellness. Systems of measurement, interpersonal skills, legal/ethical issues, basic medical terminology, infection control and the personal characteristics of the successful healthcare professional are included. Also included are the basic concepts of patient care skills. Topics include infection control techniques, patient and professional communication, proper patient identification, emergency skills, and monitoring patient status. Contact: 45 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • HSC1000L Orientation to Perioperative Services Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  .
    This is a lab and clinical practicum to accompany  . 45 clock hours per semester. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • HSC1434C Central Processing Technology Lecture, Lab & Clinical

    12 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s):  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  
    Corequisite(s):  ,  
    Prepares students for employment in central service technology as they work with preceptors to gain the skills and competencies necessary for employment as central service technicians, supervisors, central supply workers, stock clerks in the stock room or warehouse, and processing technicians for hospital areas requiring expertise in sterilization, disinfection or decontamination. Provides experience in processing patient care equipment, instrumentation and supplies, along with observation of surgical procedures and rotations through relevant patient care and supply storage areas. Skills performed will include general cleaning, decontamination and disinfection, wrapping and packaging, linen folding, testing and selection of instrumentation and supplies, instrument tray and procedure tray assembly, sterilization techniques, clean and sterile storage, preparation of case carts, processing documentation, and distribution. This course uses demonstration, return demonstration, clinical performance under guidance of preceptor, discussion and textbook assignments. Contact: 622.5 hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • HSC1538 Medical Terminology for Healthcare Professionals

    1 credit hour(s)
    This is an introductory surgical technology course designed to provide the student with an understanding of medical terminology. Emphasis is on the structure and function of body organs and systems. Upon course completion, students will be able to combine prefixes, word roots, and suffixes to create medical terms related to surgery; construct and combine compound words; pronounce medical terms related to surgery; and identify the basic organizational structures of the human body, including body planes, general organization, and terms of reference. This course uses lecture, discussion, visual aids, small group activity and examinations. 15 clock hours. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • HSC2520 Microbiology for Perioperative Services

    3 credit hour(s)
    This course covers the characteristics and activities of microorganisms. It surveys the various microbial groups, especially the bacteria, viruses and fungi, with emphasis on pathogenic forms. Bacterial growth, metabolism and genetics are discussed in some detail. Theories and methods of destruction, removal and inhibition of microorganisms in the environment are studied, as well as how the human body’s natural defenses act to protect against pathogenic microorganisms, principles of wound healing and infection control. Various significant aspects of infectious disease that occur in humans are also covered. Contact: 45 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS1302 Introduction to Surgical Technology

    4 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  .
    This course introduces the discipline of surgery, including preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care of the patient. Topics include the profession, healthcare facility organization and management, physical environment, mental health/personal hygiene, attire, gown/glove, professional ethics, legal issues in patient care, chart preparation, affirmative impact statement, aseptic technique, infection control, equipment, instrumentation, supplies, methods of disinfection and sterilization, sterile storage and distribution, hazards of the environment, environmental sanitation, and the typical sequence of surgery. An introduction to patient assessment, principles of electricity and robotics, and the specialties of surgery is included. Contact: 60 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS1302L Introduction to Surgical Technology Lab and Clinical

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  .
    This is a lab and clinical practicum to accompany  . Lab: 90 clock hours per semester. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS1310 Surgical Techniques and Procedures

    4 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  
    This course is designed to prepare students for the roles of the surgical technologist, including duties of the scrub role and duties of the assistant circulator. Other topics covered are chart review, patient identification, skin preparation, urinary catheterization, surgical counts, draping of the surgical patient, types of incisions, principles of wound healing, hemostasis and exposure of the operative field. Insertion of surgical drains and application of surgical dressings, along with relevant terminology, specimen care, pharmacology and anesthesia principles are covered. Actions are emphasized that facilitate the usual sequence of the surgical procedure for all segments of perioperative care, including the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care of the patient. Overview of surgical specialties is included, with emphasis on common surgical procedures. Contact: 60 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS1310L Surgical Techniques and Procedures Lab and Clinical

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  
    This course is designed to prepare students for the roles of the surgical technologist, including the scrub role in surgical procedures, tissue handling techniques, wound closure techniques, preparation of suture, passing of instruments and the surgical setup for common procedures. Actions are emphasized that facilitate the usual sequence of the surgical procedure for all segments of perioperative care, including the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care of the patient. Lab and Clinical: 90 clock hours per semester. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS1340 Pharmacology and Anesthesia

    2 credit hour(s)
    This course is designed to introduce students to pharmacological agents most commonly used for surgical patients in each phase of the perioperative experience and those used in the treatment of complications and emergencies. Emphasis is on preoperative medications and on anesthetics and medications used within the sterile field, stressing identification, preparation, measurements, handling/transfer and use. Other topics include pain management, airway and respiratory management; IV fluid and electrolyte replacement therapy; and a comparison of the types of anesthesia, physiological effects, complications, and treatment. Contact: 30 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS1925C Endoscopy Basics Theory and Lab

    4 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s):  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  
    Corequisite(s):  ,  
    Upon completion of the course, the student will have a basic understanding of the care and handling of endoscopic equipment, including storage, testing, decontamination, disinfection and preparation for use. Modules include anatomy and physiology review relevant to endoscopy procedures, essential communication, roles and responsibilities of the endoscopy team, equipment, risk management, safety, reprocessing/infection control, and emergency preparedness. Contact: 90 hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS1926C Endoscopy Technician Theory and Lab

    6 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s):  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  
    Corequisite(s):  ,  
    Course is designed to prepare students for the role of GI technician regarding flexible endoscopic procedures including the specialties of gastroenterology and pulmonology. Contact: 180 hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2323 Surgical Procedures I

    4 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  
    This course is designed to prepare students for surgical procedures, including the review of surgical anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, relevant equipment, supplies and techniques regarding general surgery, endoscopic surgery, gynecological and obstetrical surgery, genitourinary surgery, orthopedic surgery, and otolaryngology surgery (ear, nose and throat) and diagnostic procedures and relevant equipment, supplies and techniques. Depth of coverage will be determined by the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technologists published by the Association of Surgical Technologists. Contact: 60 clocks hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2323L Surgical Procedures I Simulation Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  
    This lab course accompanies   and includes the completion of mock surgical core procedures to facilitate the student’s ability to anticipate the steps of the procedure and permits the evaluation of the student’s performance regarding the critical elements of the surgical technologist’s responsibilities. Lab: 90 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2324 Surgical Procedures II

    4 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  
    This course is designed to prepare students for specialty surgical procedures. Topics include surgical anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, relevant equipment, supplies and techniques in plastic and reconstructive surgery, maxillary/mandibular surgery, oral surgery, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, trauma, and surgery for all ages. Depth of coverage will be determined by the current edition of the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technologists, published by the Association of Surgical Technologists. Contact: 60 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2324L Surgical Procedures II Simulation Lab

    2 credit hour(s)
    Corequisite(s):  
    This lab course accompanies   and includes the completion of mock surgical core procedures to facilitate the student’s ability to anticipate the steps of the procedure and permits evaluation of the student’s performance in regard to the critical elements of the surgical technologist’s responsibilities. Lab: 90 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2361 The Art of Teamwork in Surgery

    1 credit hour(s)
    This course introduces students to the principles of Human Factors science as applied to the system of care, teaching them about the skills needed to function effectively and safely in teams in a modern surgical environment. The course covers the background psychology of interpersonal interactions and evidence from other industries about barriers to safe and effective team communication and cooperation. Students will develop their teamwork and communication skills and explore the principles of hierarchy and power distance, personal styles and coping strategies, situational awareness, secure communications loops, use of checklists and standard operating procedures, how to deal with team dysfunction, leadership, followership, effective briefing and debriefing, models of risk and error in healthcare, and risk minimization in systems involving humans. Contact: 15 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2365 Professional Skills for the O. R. Team

    1 credit hour(s)
    This course introduces students to the principles of professionalism, including how to work well with many different people/cultures, how to demonstrate respect for and place value on different perspectives, the importance of providing and responding to constructive criticism, mechanisms that can help the individual work well under pressure, discussions regarding the willingness to work hard, discussions regarding multi-tasking and safety procedures that can enhance the ability to complete a variety of tasks simultaneously, the importance of professional organizations, the credentialing process, and how to work within the committee process. Contact: 15 clock hours each semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2944 Surgical Technologist Clinical I

    3 credit hour(s)
    This is a clinical course designed to prepare students for preoperative, intra-operative and postoperative surgical procedure experiences. Students gain experiences in the role of the scrub, assistant circulator and second assistant. Performance evaluation includes surgical techniques, sterile technique, medication administration, prevention of wrong site surgery, prevention of foreign body retention, safe work practices, work ethics, professional ethics, legal requirements, reporting, documentation and efficiency in the work arena. Students gain hands-on experience in the application of surgical techniques under the supervision of their preceptor and surgeon for the case. Depth of coverage, role performance and case completion requirements for graduation are determined by the current edition of the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technologists, published by the Association of Surgical Technologists. Clinical: 135 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2945 Surgical Technologist Clinical II

    3 credit hour(s)
    This clinical course is designed to prepare students for preoperative, intra-operative and postoperative surgical procedure experiences. Students gain experiences in the roles of scrub, assistant circulator and second assistant. Performance evaluation includes surgical techniques, sterile technique, medication administration, prevention of wrong site surgery, prevention of foreign body retention, safe work practices, work attitudes, professional ethics, legal requirements, reporting, documentation and efficiency in the work arena. Students gain hands-on experience in the application of surgical techniques under the supervision of their preceptor and surgeon for the case. Depth of coverage, role performance and case completion requirements for graduation are determined by the current edition of the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technologists, published by the Association of Surgical Technologists. Clinical: 135 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2953 Surgical Technologist Portfolio I

    1 credit hour(s)
    This course is designed to prepare students for the surgical setting and employment by incorporating case preparation techniques into a final document describing their experiences and course work preparing them for a lifetime of continuing education. Activities include the design of their own student portfolio to document their accomplishments in the program, presentations, journals, papers, case preparation and their experiences in the clinical setting. Contact: 15 clock hours per semester. Does not count toward A.A. degree.
  

  • STS2954 Surgical Technologist Portfolio II

    2 credit hour(s)
    This course is designed to prepare students for the surgical setting and employment by incorporating case preparation techniques into a final document describing their experiences and course work preparing them for a lifetime of continuing education. Activities include the design of their own student portfolio to document their accomplishments in the program, presentations, journals, papers, case preparation and their experiences in the clinical setting. Contact: 30 clock hours. Does not count toward A.A. degree.

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
  

  • ACR0041 A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Helper

    0 credit hour(s)
    Provides lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice in introductory air conditioning, refrigeration and heating concepts and techniques, including major components. Students will be introduced to basic electricity and electronics. Emphasis will be on students learning craft safety. Students will complete the OSHA 1926 10-hour safety module. Contact: 250 clock hours. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.
  

  • ACR0043 A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Mechanic Assistant

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s):  .
    This course provides instruction in reading construction documents; history of HVAC; the properties of matter and heat; analyzing fluids, pressures, refrigerants and related codes; evaluation of HVAC system and components; selection of appropriate commercial compressors; testing, adjusting and maintaining commercial evaporative condensers; fabrication and service of HVAC piping, tubing and fittings; and the importance of employability and entrepreneurship skills. Contact: 250 clock hours Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.
  

  • ACR0044 A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Technician

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ACR0041 , ACR0043 , ACR0047 ,  .
    This course provides instruction and hands-on practice in the installation, maintenance and repair of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems for the mechanic. Contact: 350 clock hours. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.
  

  • ACR0047 A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Mechanic 1

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s):  , ACR0041 .
    This course provides basic principles of piping size, use and servicing of testing equipment, residential start-up procedures, check-out procedures, working knowledge of refrigerants and oils, interpretation and modification of construction drawings, conduct system startup and shutdown, and the design of HVAC systems. Contact: 250 clock hours. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.
  

  • ACR0049 A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Mechanic 2

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ACR0041 , ACR0043 ,  .
    This course will cover the use of combustion-type heating service and testing equipment; troubleshooting combustion gas values and regulators; maintaining, testing and adjusting commercial HVAC accessories; maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing commercial heating systems; installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems; retail refrigeration; commercial and industrial refrigeration systems; and introduction to hydronic and steam systems. Contact: 250 clock hours. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.

History
  

  • AMH2010 History of the United States I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A comprehensive survey of U.S. history from the Colonial period through Reconstruction. Provides perspective on the historical roots of America through examination of major issues and interpretations of U.S. history. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • AMH2020 History of the United States II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A comprehensive survey of U.S. history from the Reconstruction era to the present. Provides perspective on the historical roots of America through examination of major issues and interpretations of U.S. history. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • AMH2091 African-American History

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A survey of African-American history from its roots in 15th century West Africa to contemporary U.S. society, examining the major political, economic and social factors that shaped that history. Lecture: 3 hours.
  

  • EUH1000 Western Civilization I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A general survey of Western civilization, emphasizing the economic, political, intellectual and cultural aspects that have contributed to the development of our society from prehistory to 1715. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • EUH1001 Western Civilization II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completed developmental education reading and writing.
    A general survey of Western civilization, emphasizing the economic, political, intellectual and cultural aspects that have contributed to the development of our society from 1715 to the present. Continuation of EUH1000 . Contact: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • HIS2930 Special Topics in History

    3 credit hour(s)
    Special topics for students who wish to further explore the field of history through discussion, observation or research. Special focus placed on topical problems, current issues, or historic trends. Lecture: 1-3 hours.
  

  • WOH2012 History of Civilization I

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement test scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    General history of civilization, emphasizing the economic, intellectual, political and cultural aspects that have contributed to the development of our world. Covers the period up to 1715. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • WOH2022 History of Civilization II

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement test scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A general history of civilization emphasizing the economic, intellectual, political and cultural aspects that have contributed to the development of our society. Covers the period from 1715 to the present.  Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.

Human Development
  

  • CHD2220 Child Development: From Conception through Adolescence

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement test scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    The developmental study of the normal child from conception to adolescence. The general developmental process and physical, mental and psychosocial development are discussed. The interaction between these processes and the individual’s environment are examined, and implications for the child, the family and society are discussed. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • CHD2240 Adolescent Development

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement test scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    A study of cognitive, physical and psychosocial development during adolescence and young adulthood. Substantive issues such as identity formation, interaction with parents, peer group associations, sexuality and psychological problems are discussed. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • DEP2004 Human Development: Birth to Senescence

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): documented exemption, appropriate placement scores, or completion of developmental education reading and writing.
    An overview of normal human behavior from birth to senescence. Cognitive, physical and psychosocial development is examined within a developmental framework, and implications for the individual and the institutions of society are discussed. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.

Humanities
  

  • HUM2020 Introduction to the Humanities

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in ENC1101 .
    An introduction to the study of the arts and ideas of various cultures. The course is structured around major disciplines in the humanities (e.g., architecture, sculpture, painting, music, drama, literature, religion and philosophy), encompasses the entirety if human history (from the antique through the modern), and involves cultural expressions from around the globe (e.g., Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Jewish, Christian, Islamic, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Western, European, Russian, Native African, Native American, American). Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement. Satisfies the general education Humanities State Core requirement.
  

  • HUM2210 Humanities of the World: Prehistory through Sixteenth Century

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of the general education communications requirement.
    The study of the arts and ideas of various cultures, consisting of an integrated historical and global approach to cultural expressions in the humanities, including architecture, sculpture, painting, music, drama, literature, religion, philosophy, politics, jurisprudence and economics. Covers the earliest traces of human culture, ancient Egypt, the Aegean world, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, the Jewish tradition, the Christian tradition, Islamic culture, India, China, Japan, the Americas, medieval European culture, and the Renaissance in Europe. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement. Satisfies the general education requirement.
  

  • HUM2230 Humanities of the World: Sixteenth Century through Contemporary

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of the general education communications requirement. HUM2210  is not a prerequisite, but the sequence is strongly recommended.
    The study of the arts and ideas of various cultures, consisting of an integrated historical and global approach to cultural expressions in the humanities, including architecture, sculpture, painting, music, drama, literature, religion, philosophy, politics, jurisprudence, economics and film. Covers the expressions that date from the sixteenth century to the contemporary world, including European culture, China, Japan, Russia, Africa and the Americas. Lecture: 3 hours. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement. Satisfies the general education requirement.
  

  • HUM2525 The American Music Tradition: Jazz

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of the general education communications requirement.
    The study of a uniquely American art form, covering pre-jazz influences, the significance of New Orleans in the early development of jazz and the later dissemination of jazz throughout America. The evolution of jazz styles from early blues to the present jazz-oriented rock will be explored through the study of individual performers, composers and arrangers. Lecture: 3 hours. Student research required. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • HUM2529 The American Music Tradition: Popular Music

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of the general education communications requirement.
    Survey of American popular music, focusing on folk music traditions planted on American soil during the earliest periods of settlement, the evolution of those styles after 1900 and the synthesis of those styles evidenced in American popular music since 1945. Contact: 3 hours. Student research is required. Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement.
  

  • HUM2741 Humanities Abroad

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in an approved section of HUM2020 , or grade of C or better in HUM2210  and HUM2230 , or grade of C or better in ARH2050  and ARH2051 .
    Course consists of an academically oriented overseas tour that brings students face-to-face with the cultural achievements studied in prerequisite course(s). In addition to providing on-site encounters with many of the greatest accomplishments in human history, the course offers students opportunities to practice what they learned regarding the customs, languages and currencies of the locations they visit. Course outline and travel costs vary in accordance with the itinerary. (Global Gateway Program) Substantial writing component. Fulfills state writing requirement. Satisfies the General Education requirement.
  

  • HUM2942 Museum Field Trip

    1 credit hour(s)
    The study of art and architecture in major collections in cities such as Washington and New York during break between Spring and Summer terms, with 2 one-hour class meetings for information. Written work is required, as is the completion of questionnaires on collections.

Industrial Machinery Repair
  

  • ETI0450 Industrial Machinery Maintenance Assistant

    0 credit hour(s)
    Emphasizes the knowledge and skills needed to meet the occupational completion point as an industrial machinery maintenance assistant. Includes safety rules and procedures, basic elements of physics as related to industrial machinery maintenance and repair, basic electricity and electronics, mathematical calculations, plans and drawings, measuring and layout operations, handtools, portable power tools, lubricants, benchwork skills, gas welding and cutting, rigging, conveyor maintenance, troubleshooting techniques, installation and removal of machinery, scientific investigation, and communication skills. Contact: 450 clock hours. Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.
  

  • ETI0456 Machinery Maintenance Mechanic

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s):   
    Emphasizes the essential knowledge and skills needed to be a machinery maintenance mechanic and includes predictive-preventive maintenance, gas and arc welding, machine shop operation, piping and tubing systems, electrical and electronic circuit troubleshooting, drive components, air compressors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fluid drive systems, language skills, critical thinking, and environmental management systems. Contact: 300 clock hours Additional fee. Does not count toward A.A. or A.S. degree.

Interdisciplinary Studies
  

  • IDH2931 Honors Seminar

    3 credit hour(s)
    Prerequisite(s): admission to the Honors Program.
    The honors seminar expands and enhances the college experience through interdisciplinary studies. Topics vary according to instructor. Each seminar focuses on a central theme or issue that is investigated and deconstructed from multiple perspectives. Reading, independent research, discussion and projects reflect a wide variety of subjects and issues as understood by different academic areas and professional sources. The honors seminar prepares students for advanced honors work by developing strong critical-thinking and communication skills. Substantial writing component. Contact: 3 hours.
 

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