May 09, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Below is a listing of all courses taught at Hinds Community College, including their descriptions. For all current course availabilities and times, click here.

 

Philosophy and Bible

  
  • PHI 1133 - New Testament Survey

    3 SH
    A study of the New Testament covering the life of Jesus of Nazareth and the establishment of the early church as presented in the Gospels, Acts, and other New Testament books. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 1153 - Jesus and the Gospels

    3 SH
    A study of the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the four canonical gospels with specific consideration of the geographical, political, and social conditions of the 1st Century and recognition of various early interpretations of the meaning of the life and person of Jesus. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 1163 - Acts and the Epistles

    3 SH
    A survey of the work of the apostles as portrayed in the book of Acts and the Epistles.  Attention is given to the development of the 1st Century Christian Church and the historical background of the various Epistles. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 2113 - Introduction to Philosophy I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0113 /ENG 0114  or ENG 0124  or higher) An introduction to the major themes and history of the discipline of Philosophy with an emphasis on the development of critical thinking skills. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 2123 - Introduction to Philosophy II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0113 /ENG 0114  or ENG 0124  or higher) A seminar for advanced students dealing with classic and contemporary problems of personal development from a philosophic perspective. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 2143 - Introduction to Ethics

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123  or ENG 1114  or ENG 1113 ) An introduction to moral philosophy with the investigation of selected moral problems. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 2613 - Introduction to World Religions

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0113 /ENG 0114  or ENG 0124  or higher  An introduction to the beliefs and practices of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and other religious traditions. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 2713 - Introduction to Logic

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123  or ENG 1114  or ENG 1113 ) An introduction to the discipline of logic including formal and informal logic, as well as the development of critical thinking skills. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHI 2813 - Special Topics in Philosophy

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123  or ENG 1114  or ENG 1113 ) Topics will vary from semester to semester.  This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer expansion upon subject matter covered in existing courses.  (Course limited to one offering under one title in one academic year). (3 hr lecture)

Physical Therapist Assistant Technology

  
  • PTA 1111 - Health Care Experience I

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 1123 , PTA 1213 , PTA 1314 ) (Corequisites: PTA 1224 , PTA 1324 ) This course is designed to provide the student with observation/overview of physical therapy activities. The student has the opportunity to gain knowledge of the health care delivery system and physical therapy’s place within the system. (1 hr lecture)
  
  • PTA 1123 - Fundamental Concepts of Physical Therapy

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Admission to Physical Therapist Assistant Program) This course is an introduction to the field of physical therapy including role orientation, professional organizational structure, legal and ethical implications, and legislation. Historical patterns in the development of the profession will be explored and medical terminology introduced. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PTA 1151 - Health Care Experience II

    1 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 1111 , PTA 1123 , PTA 1213 , PTA 1224 , PTA 1314 , PTA 2234 ) (Corequisites: PTA 2334 , PTA 2413 , PTA 2513 ) This course is designed to provide the student with observation/overview with limited participation in physical therapy activities. The student has the opportunity to gain additional knowledge of the health care deliver system and physical therapy’s place within that system. (1 hr lecture)
  
  • PTA 1213 - Fundamental Skills for Physical Therapist Assistants

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Admission to Physical Therapist Assistant Program) This course provides a knowledge of topics utilized in the practice of physical therapy. Topics covered will include positioning, draping, transfers, body mechanics, gait training, and standard precautions. Vital signs, first aid and emergency techniques will also be covered. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PTA 1224 - Therapeutic Modalities

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 1123 , PTA 1213 , PTA 1314 ) (Corequisites: PTA 1111 , PTA 1324 ) This course is an introduction to the theory and practical application of hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, cryotherapy, light therapy, and mechanotherapy.  Emphasis will be placed on the techniques of application, indications, and contraindications of modalities. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PTA 1314 - Kinesiology

    4 SH
    (Corequisites: PTA 1111 , PTA 1123 , PTA 1213 ) This course studies individual muscles and muscle function, biomechanical principles of joint motion, gait analysis, goniometry, and postural assessment. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PTA 1324 - Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation I

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 1123 , PTA 1213 , PTA 1314 ) (Corequisites: PTA 1111 , PTA 1224 ) This course provides an overview of the biochemical and neurophysiological basis and application of various therapeutic exercises. The basics of therapeutic exercises are correlated with specific conditions. This course focuses on rehabilitation techniques in the treatment of a variety of selected conditions. Specialized exercise procedures are emphasized. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PTA 2234 - Electrotherapy

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 1111 , PTA 1213 , PTA 1224 , PTA 1314 , PTA 1324 ) This course emphasizes theory and practical application of electrotherapy and other therapeutic procedures.  Indications and contraindications of modalities are also discussed. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PTA 2334 - Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation II

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 2234 ) (Corequisites: PTA 1151 , PTA 2413 , PTA 2513 ) This course presents theory, principles, and techniques of therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation for primarily neurological conditions.  Methods of functional, motor, and sensory assessment and intervention techniques are included.  Principles of prosthetics and orthotics, functional training, and other techniques are covered. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PTA 2413 - Clinical Education I

    3 SH
    (Corequisites: PTA 1151 , PTA 2334 , PTA 2513 ) This course provides supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills for which students have been deemed competent for the clinical setting. (9 hr clinical)
  
  • PTA 2424 - Clinical Education II

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 2413 ) This is the first of three culminating clinical education experiences (identified in A Normative Model of PTA Education as the first full time clinical experience) that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the Physical Therapy profession. (12 hr clinical)
  
  • PTA 2434 - Clinical Education III

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 2424 ) This is the second of three culminating clinical education experiences that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the Physical Therapy profession. (12 hr clinical)
  
  • PTA 2444 - Clinical Education IV

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 2434 ) This is the third of three culminating clinical education experiences (identified in A Normative Model of PTA Education as the last full time clinical experience) that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the Physical Therapy profession. (12 hr clinical)
  
  • PTA 2513 - Medical Conditions and Related Pathology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 2234 ) (Corequisites: PTA 1151 , PTA 2334 , PTA 2413 ) This course provides a basic knowledge of selected diseases and conditions encountered in physical therapy practice. Emphasis is on etiology, pathology, and clinical picture of diseases studied. Various physical therapy procedures in each disability are discussed. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PTA 2523 - Physical Therapy Seminar

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PTA 2413 ) (Corequisites: PTA 2424 , PTA 2434 , PTA 2444 ) This course represents a synthesis of previous didactic, laboratory, and clinical experiences. Students are directed to explore a topic or area of interest in physical therapy practice. Recognition of the importance of employability skills after graduation is included. (3 hr lecture)

Physics

  
  • PHY 1111 - Introduction to Astronomy Lab

    1 SH
    A laboratory course that contains experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in PHY 1113 - Introduction to Astronomy . (2 hr lab)
  
  • PHY 1113 - Introduction to Astronomy

    3 SH
    (Corequisites: PHY 1111 ) A lecture course that includes survey of the solar system, our galaxy, and the universe. (3 hr lecture)
  
  
  • PHY 2243 - Physical Science Survey I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MAT 0123 /MAT 0124  or MAT 1133  or MAT 1134  or higher) (Corequisites: PHY 2241 ) A lecture course that includes studies of measurements and units, electricity, mechanics, heat, sound, light, and astronomy. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHY 2251 - Physical Science Survey II Lab

    1 SH
    (Corequisites: PHY 2253 ) A laboratory course that contains experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in PHY 2253 - Physical Science Survey II . (2 hr lab)
  
  • PHY 2253 - Physical Science Survey II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MAT 0123 /MAT 0124  or MAT 1133  or MAT 1134   or higher) (Corequisites: PHY 2251 ) A lecture course that includes studies of chemistry, geology, and meteorology. PHY 2243  is not a prerequisite for this course. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHY 2410 - General Physics I Lab

    0 SH
    (Corequisites: PHY 2414 ) A laboratory course that contains experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in PHY 2414 - General Physics I . (2 hr lab)
  
  • PHY 2414 - General Physics I

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: MAT 1313  or MAT 1314  or higher) (Corequisites: PHY 2410 ) (Pre/Corequisites: MAT 1323 ) A lecture course covering mechanics, heat, waves, and sound.  This is a non-calculus based course primarily for pre-professional majors. PHY 2414 and   satisfy the physics requirements for students in pre-pharmacy, pre-medicine and related fields. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PHY 2420 - General Physics II Lab

    0 SH
    (Corequisites: PHY 2424 ) A laboratory course that contains experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in PHY 2424 - General Physics II . (2 hr lab)
  
  • PHY 2424 - General Physics II

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PHY 2414 ) (Corequisites: PHY 2420 ) A lecture course covering electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics.  This is a non-calculus based course primarily for pre-professional majors.  Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. (3 hr lecture)
  
  
  • PHY 2513 - General Physics I-A, Lecture

    3 SH
    (Corequisites: PHY 2511 ) (Pre/Corequisites: MAT 1613 ) A lecture course covering mechanics and conservation laws.  This is a calculus-based course primarily for students of engineering, science, or mathematics. (3 hr lecture)
  
  
  • PHY 2523 - General Physics II-A, Lecture

    3 SH
    (Corequisites: PHY 2521 ) (Pre/Corequisites: MAT 1613 ) A lecture course covering electricity, magnetism, and optics. This is a calculus-based course primarily for students of engineering, science, and mathematics. (3 hr lecture)

Plumbing and Construction Technology

  
  • PCT 1113 - Fundamentals of Plumbing/Pipefitting

    3 SH
    This course provides the student with an understanding of job safety and health, including first aid. It also gives the student a general knowledge of occupational hazards and the scope of OSHA law. The course includes pipefitting and plumbing fittings, valves, hangers and general trade fitting identification. Included are screwed, welded, flanged, soldered, brazed, glued, compression, and flared fittings. The course also consists of identification and use of pipefitting and plumbing tools used in today’s piping industry. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1213 - Tacking, Brazing, and Burning

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course consists of instruction in striking an arc; tacking metal together; setting up an oxy-acetylene torch and burning, brazing, and soldering; and cutting straight and bevel angles on pipe. Safety procedures will be covered and emphasized. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1323 - Sketching

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) A course designed to prepare students to sketch, measure, and record required information to supplement oral descriptions and organize ideas to include individual piping components. (1hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1333 - Blueprint Reading for Plumbing

    3 SH
    This course provides an in-depth understanding of blueprint reading related to the plumbing profession. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1411 - Low Pressure Boilers

    1 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course provides an introduction to the safe operation of pressure boilers for heating, steam production, and water heating. (2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1443 - Piping Level/Transit

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to give the student practical applications of the leveling instruments, shooting elevations, and grading pipes. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1513 - Drainage and Sewer Systems

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to provide information and practical aspects of drainage and disposal systems and the Southern Plumbing Code. Included are the installation of the drainage system in a residential unit covering health aspects and the disposal of poisonous gases arising from the discharge of traps.  Instruction is provided on elements of disposal systems, including sewer, septic tanks, tank size calculations, maintenance causes, and removal of sewer obstructions. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1612 - Heating Devices

    2 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to give the student background knowledge and psychomotor skills in the area of installing hot water tanks, furnace coils, panel ray heaters, central units, and floor furnaces. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1622 - Gas Piping

    2 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to provide students with information on standard gas codes. The safe installation of gas appliances and gas lines, according to codes, will be included. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1712 - Domestic Systems

    2 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to provide the student with information on the installation of a hot water system according to the unit fixture system. It also provides information on sizing and installation of a potable cold water system. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1722 - Plumbing Fixtures

    2 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to provide information on the installation of the rough-in and finish fixtures used in the plumbing construction according to the Southern Standard Plumbing Code. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1732 - Backflow Cross Connection

    2 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to provide the student with information on the different types of backflow devices and the installation and testing of the devices. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1743 - Advanced Plumbing Lab

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to provide additional study in the area of advanced plumbing in the commercial area. (1hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1812 - Rigging and Signaling

    2 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: PCT 1113 ) This course is designed to provide the student with basic use of hand signals, rigging, and equipment. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1911 - Special Project in Plumbing

    1 SH
    This course offers practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other technical courses.  The instructor works closely with the students to ensure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience. (2 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1912 - Special Project in Plumbing

    2 SH
    This course offers practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other technical courses.  The instructor works closely with the student to ensure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience (4 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1913 - Special Project in Plumbing

    3 SH
    This course offers a practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other technical courses.  The instructor works closely with the student to ensure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience. (6 hr lab)
  
  • PCT 1921 - Supervised Work Experience in Plumbing

    1 SH
    This course is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s studies with industrial experience. (3 hr work experience)
  
  • PCT 1922 - Supervised Work Experience in Plumbing

    2 SH
    This course is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s studies with industrial experience. (6 hr work experience)
  
  • PCT 1923 - Supervised Work Experience in Plumbing

    3 SH
    This course is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s studies with industrial experience. (9 hr work experience)
  
  • PCT 1924 - Supervised Work Experience in Plumbing

    4 SH
    This course is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s studies with industrial experience. (12 hr work experience)
  
  • PCT 1925 - Supervised Work Experience in Plumbing

    5 SH
    This course is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s studies with industrial experience. (15 hr work experience)
  
  • PCT 1926 - Supervised Work Experience in Plumbing

    6 SH
    This course is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s studies with industrial experience. (18 hr work experience)

Political Science

  
  • PSC 1113 - American National Government

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0113 /ENG 0114  or ENG 0123  or ENG 0124  or higher) Survey of the foundations, institutions, and political aspects of American national government. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PSC 1123 - American State and Local Government

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0113 /ENG 0114  or ENG 0123  or ENG 0124  or higher) Survey of the relationship among American local, state, and national governments, and the organization, function, and operation of different levels of government. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PSC 2113 - Comparative Government

    3 SH
    A survey of various governmental systems beyond the United States. (3 hr lecture)

Practical Nursing

  
  • PNV 1115 - Practical Nursing Foundations

    15 SH
    This course is designed to explain the structure and function of the body systems and its interrelationship to one another in the provision of safe, effective nursing care.  In addition, this course will provide the student with the theory and skills of practical nursing through campus lab demonstration, supervised practice and clinical experiences needed to care for the individual in wellness and illness across the lifespan.  (9 hr lecture, 9 hr lab, 4.5 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1213 - Body Structure and Function

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1426 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1436 ) This course is a study of body structure and function including each system of the body. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • PNV 1216 - Intermediate Practical Nursing F.S.

    16 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1115 ) This course is designed to provide the student with the basic theory, campus lab demonstrations, supervised practice and clinical experiences needed to provide safe, effective care to the adult client experiencing acute, chronic, or life-threatening physical health conditions in all body systems.  The course will include the expanded role of IV therapy as outlined by the Mississippi Board of Nursing Practice Law, Rules and Regulations, nutritional considerations, and the advanced theory of pharmacology. (11 hr lecture, 2 hr lab, 12 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1312 - Intermediate Practical Nursing S.S.

    12 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1115 ) This course will provide the student with the basic knowledge and skills to provide safe, effective care for clients and families during antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and infancy through adolescent periods.  Also provide students basic knowledge and skills to provide safe, effective care for clients and families experiencing mental health alterations.  In addition, the students will gain an understanding of the expanded role of IV therapy as outlined by the Mississippi Board of Nursing Practice Law, Rules, and Regulations and the advanced theory of pharmacology. (10.3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab, 2 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1412 - Advanced Practical Nursing F.S.

    12 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1216 ) This course will provide the student the basic knowledge and skills to provide safe, effective care for clients and families during the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and infancy through adolescent periods.  Also, the course provides students with a basic knowledge and skills to provide safe, effective care for clients and families experiencing mental health alterations.  In addition, it will allow students to gain the knowledge to prepare for the role transition from student to practical nurse.  (10.3 hrs lecture, 5 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1426 - Fundamentals of Nursing Theory

    6 SH
    This course provides the student with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to care for the individual in wellness and illness and is applicable across the life span.  A passing grade in PNV 1426  and PNV 1436  is required in order to progress in the Practical Nursing Program. If a passing grade is not maintained, both courses must be repeated upon readmission. (6 hr lecture)
  
  • PNV 1436 - Fundamentals of Nursing Lab/Clinical

    6 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1426 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1213 ) This course provides demonstration of and supervised practice of the fundamental skills related to practical nursing. A passing grade in PNV 1426  and PNV 1436 is required in order to progress in the Practical Nursing Program.  If a passing grade is not maintained, both courses must be repeated upon readmission. (8 hr lab, 6 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1516 - Advanced Practical Nursing S.S.

    16 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1312 ) This course is designed to provide the student with the basic theory and clinical experiences needed to provide, safe effective care to the adult client experiencing acute, chronic or life-threatening physical health conditions in all body systems and the knowledge to prepare for the role transition from student to practical nurse.  (11 hr lecture, 15 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1524 - IV Therapy and Pharmacology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1213 , PNV 1426 , PNV 1436 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1614 , PNV 1622 ) This course provides the student with the principles of IV therapy and pharmacology.  Principles covered in the course include the administration of medication, administration of IV fluids, and administration of IV medications included in the scope of practice for the practical nurse. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • PNV 1614 - Medical/Surgical Nursing

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1213 , PNV 1426 , PNV 1436 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1524 , PNV 1622 ) This course provides the student with the basic nursing theory and skills to provide safe and effective care for the adult client experiencing acute, chronic, or life-threatening physical health conditions in selected body systems.  Pharmacological and nutritional therapy considerations for various disorders are included. Concurrent registration in PNV 1622  is required. A passing grade in PNV 1614 and PNV 1622  is required to progress in the Practical Nursing Program. If a passing grade is not maintained, both courses must be repeated concurrently upon readmission. (4 hr lecture)
  
  • PNV 1622 - Medical/Surgical Nursing Clinical

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1213 , PNV 1426 PNV 1436 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1524 , PNV 1614 ) This course includes supervised clinical experiences for application of nursing theory and skills for safe, effective care of the adult client experiencing acute, chronic, or life-threatening physical health conditions in all body systems. Concurrent registration in PNV 1614  is required.  A passing grade in PNV 1622 and PNV 1614  is required to progress in the Practical Nursing Program.  If a passing grade is not maintained, both courses must be repeated concurrently upon readmission. (6 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1634 - Alterations in Adult Health

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1213 , PNV 1426 , PNV 1436 PNV 1524 PNV 1614 , PNV 1622 , PNV 1714 , PNV 1814 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1642 , PNV 1914 ) This course provides the student with the basic nursing theory and skills to provide safe and effective care for a client experiencing acute, chronic, or life-threatening physical health conditions in selected body systems.  Pharmacological and nutritional therapy considerations for various disorders are included.  The systems not covered in this course are taught in Medical/Surgical Nursing Theory (PNV 1614 ).  Concurrent registration in PNV 1642  is required.  A passing grade in PNV 1634 and PNV 1642  is required to progress in the Practical Nursing Program.  If a passing grade is not maintained, both courses must be repeated concurrently upon readmission. (4 hr lecture)
  
  • PNV 1642 - Alterations in Adult Health Clinical

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1213 , PNV 1426 PNV 1436 , PNV 1524 , PNV 1614 , PNV 1622 , PNV 1714 , PNV 1814 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1634 , PNV 1914 ) This course includes clinical experiences for application of nursing theory and skills for safe, effective care of the adult client experiencing acute, chronic or life-threatening physical health conditions. Concurrent registration in PNV 1634  is required.  A passing grade in PNV 1642 and PNV 1634  is required to progress in the Practical Nursing Program.  If a passing grade is not maintained, both courses must be repeated concurrently upon readmission. (6 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1714 - Maternal-Child Nursing

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1213 , PNV 1426 , PNV 1436 , PNV 1524 , PNV 1614 , PNV 1622 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1814 ) This course provides the student with a basic knowledge and skills to promote and/or provide safe and effective care for clients and families during antepartum, intrapartum and post-partum periods as well as infancy through adolescence. (3.7 hr lecture, 1 hr clinical)
  
  • PNV 1814 - Mental Health Nursing

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: PNV 1213 , PNV 1426 , PNV 1436 , PNV 1524 , PNV 1614 , PNV 1622 ) (Corequisites: PNV 1714 ) This course provides the student with basic knowledge and skills to assist in the promotion of the emotional, mental and social well-being of the client and family experiencing a mental health alteration. (3.7 hr lecture, 1 hr clinical)
  

Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology

  
  • MST 1114 - Power Machinery I

    4 SH
    This course provides instruction in general shop safety as well as the operation of power machinery, which includes instruction and practice in the safe operation of lathes, band saws, drill presses, and vertical mills. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • MST 1124 - Power Machinery II

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: MST 1114 ) A continuation of Power Machinery I with emphasis on advanced applications of lathes, mills, and precision grinders. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • MST 1313 - Machine Tool Mathematics

    3 SH
    An applied mathematics course designed for machinists that includes instruction and practice in algebraic and trigonometric operations. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 1413 - Blueprint Reading

    3 SH
    A course in blueprint reading designed for machinists. Includes instruction and practice in reading and applying industrial blueprints. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 1423 - Advanced Blueprint Reading

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: MST 1413 ) A continuation of Blueprint Reading with emphasis on advanced features of technical prints. Includes instruction on the identification of various projections and views and on different assembly components. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 1613 - Precision Layout

    3 SH
    An introduction to the concepts and practice of precision layout for machining operations. Includes instruction and practice in the use of layout instruments. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 1623 - Fundamentals of Geometric Design and Tolerance (GD&T)

    3 SH
    This course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.  Includes emphasis on measurement theory; common terms and definitions; profile, orientation, locational, runout, and form tolerances as they relate to Machine Tool Technology. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MST 2134 - Power Machinery III

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: MST 1124 ) A continuation of Power Machinery II with emphasis on safety and advanced applications of the engine lathe, milling, and grinding machines. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2144 - Power Machinery IV

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: MST 2134 ) A continuation of Power Machinery III with emphasis on highly advanced operations on the milling machine, engine lathe, and precision grinder. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2513 - Advanced Lathe Operations

    3 SH
    This course provides instruction on safety and advanced applications of the engine lathe. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2523 - Advanced Milling Operations

    3 SH
    This course provides instruction on safety and advanced applications of the vertical milling machine. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2533 - Precision Grinding Operations

    3 SH
    This course provides instruction on safety and grinding operations and applications to include tool post grinding, cylindrical grinding, and centerless grinding. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2542 - Gear Types and Manufacturing

    2 SH
    This course provides instruction on safety and vertical or horizontal milling operations, formulas, and procedures required to manufacture various types of gears and their applications. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2714 - Computer Numerical Control Operations I

    4 SH
    An introduction to the application of computer numerical control (CNC) and computer assisted manufacturing (CAM) techniques and practices. Includes instruction and practice related to the use of the Cartesian coordinate system, programming codes and commands and tooling requirements for CNC/CAM machines. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2724 - Computer Numerical Control Operations II

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: MST 2714)  A continuation of Computer Numerical Control Operations I. Includes instruction in writing and editing CNC programs, machine setup and operation, and use of CAM equipment to program and operate CNC machines. (CNC lathes, CNC mills, CNC machine centers and wire EDM). (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2733 - Fundamentals of CAD/CAM

    3 SH
    This course is designed to provide the students with the fundamental knowledge and skills of Computer Aided Design Manufacturing using various CAD/CAM software packages as they relate to Machine Tool Technology. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • MST 2813 - Metallurgy

    3 SH
    Concepts of metallurgy including instruction and practice in safety, metal identification, heat treatment, and hardness testing. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2913 - Special Problem in Precision Manufacturing and Engineering Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Minimum of 12 SH in Machine Shop Technology related courses) A course designed to provide students with an opportunity to utilize skills and knowledge gained in other Precision Manufacturing and Engineering Technology courses. The instructor and student work closely together to select a topic and establish criteria for completion of the project. (6 hr lab)
  
  • MST 2926 - Supervised Work Experience in Machine Tool Technology

    6 SH
    (Prerequisites: Instructor Approval and the completion of at least one semester of advanced coursework in Machine Tool Technology) A cooperative program between industry and education that is designed to integrate the student’s technical studies with industrial experience. (18 hr externship)

Psychology

  
  • PSY 1513 - General Psychology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123  or ENG 1114  or ENG 1113 REA 0133  or REA 1213 ) An introduction to the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes.  This includes history and theories of psychology, research methods, biological bases of behavior, the principles of learning, personality and abnormal behavior.  (3 hr lecture)
 

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