May 29, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Drafting and Design Technology

  
  • DDT 2533 - Highway Drafting

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1324 ) A study of basic information to highway drafting. Horizontal alignment of route surveys in the plan view, vertical alignment of route surveys in the profile view, typical sections, cross sections, and area calculations and estimation of quantities. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2624 - Architectural Design II

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1614 ) Emphasizes standard procedures and working drawings. Details involving architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings are covered, along with presentation of drawings and computer-aided design assignments. (1 hr lecture, 6 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2713 - Fundamentals of Multimedia

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2344 ) A general overview of current issues in multimedia. Study of how multimedia can assist in the work environment, provides a basis for further study in multimedia design and production. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2913 - Special Projects

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2344 ) Practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other drafting courses.  The instructor works closely with the student to insure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience.  (6 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2924 - Supervised Work Experience

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2344  or consent of instructor) Cooperative program between industry and education designed to integrate the student‘s technical studies with industrial experience. Variable credit is awarded on the basis of one semester hour per 45 industrial contact hours. (12 hr externship)
  
  • GIT 1253 - Cartography and Computer Mapping

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: GIT 2123 ) An introduction to the preparation and interpretation of data in cartographic form and the use of computers for map compilation, design, and production. Includes principles of global positioning (GPS), methods of map-making, and principles of cartography. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2113 - Database Construction and Maintenance

    3 SH
    A course designed to introduce database concepts and goals of database management systems, and relational, hierarchical, and network models of data. Included are Structured Query Language (SQL) and methods for organizing and accessing data. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2123 - Fundamentals of Geographic Information System

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1314 ) This course includes the use of computer mapping and databases in multiple applications. Included are incorporation of imagery and data into a graphical oriented database system. Also included are the fundamentals of geographical information system techniques, approaches, and applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2133 - Principles of Imaging Processing

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: GIT 2123 ) This course includes fundamentals of remotely sensed data including scale, feature identification, and symbolization. Includes fundamentals of interpretation techniques of various image products, including topographic and thematic maps, aerial photographs, sensor images, and satellite images. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2263 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: GIT 2423, GIT 2113 ) This is an integrated course that encompasses geographic data units, processing, and analyses directed toward objects of scientific investigation. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2273 - Remote Sensing

    3 SH
    This course includes remote sensing, interpretation, and application of air photos and other remote sensing images. This course includes a study of the global positioning system. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2923 - Supervised Work Experience in Geographic Information Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Sophomore standing in Geographic Information Systems Technology) This course is a cooperative program between the industry and education and is designed to integrate the student‘s technical studies with industrial experience. Credit is awarded on the basis of one semester hour per forty-five industrial contact hours. (9 hr externship)

Early Childhood Education Technology

  
  • CDT 1113 - Early Childhood Profession

    3 SH
    This course is an introduction to the profession of early childhood, types of early childhood programs, and theories of child development. Students are required to observe, assess, and record child behavior through laboratory experience. Room arrangements, software, play, and safety are some of the topics explored. (2 hr. lecture, 2 hr. lab)
  
  • CDT 1214 - Child Development I

    4 SH
    This course provides knowledge concerning the care and development of infants and toddlers in group settings. Practice is given in infant and toddler caregiving in group settings through classroom laboratory or collaborative centers. (3 hr. lecture, 2 hr. lab)
  
  • CDT 1224 - Child Development II

    4 SH
    This course provides knowledge of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social developmental characteristics of young children from three to eight years of age. (3 hr. lecture, 2 hr. lab)
  
  • CDT 1314 - Creative Arts for Young Children

    4 SH
    This course emphasizes the planning and development of creative art activities with children birth to age eight. Activities will be implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (4 hr. lecture)
  
  • CDT 1343 - Child Health and Safety

    3 SH
    This course explores the health and safety practices in the care and education of young children. It includes health and safety issues such as first-aid, CPR, universal precautions, communicable diseases, and child abuse. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 1513 - Nutrition for Young Children

    3 SH
    This course focuses on fundamental principles of child nutrition and the practical application of this knowledge in the selection of balanced diets. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 1713 - Language/Literacy Development for Young Children

    3 SH
    This course offers a study of language development and the implementation of a developmentally appropriate language arts curriculum for young children. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2233 - Guiding Social and Emotional Behavior

    3 SH
    The purpose of this course is to identify and practice positive and effective techniques in guiding young children‘s behavior. Lab activities will be implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2413 - Atypical Child Development

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: CDT 1214 , CDT 1224 ) This course provides information concerning growth and development, identification, intervention strategies, and management of atypical children. Legal, ethical, legislative and family issues will be explored. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 2613 - Methods and Materials

    3 SH
    This course explores appropriate methods and materials for teaching young children in a learning environment. Lab activities with the children are implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2714 - Social Studies, Math, and Science for Young Children

    4 SH
    This course emphasizes developmentally appropriate activities in social studies, math and science for the young child. Lab activities with the children are implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (4 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2813 - Administration of Programs for Young Children

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: First three semesters of Early Childhood Education Technology Courses) This course emphasizes the development and administration of programs for young children to include an emphasis on evaluation of policies and procedures, organizational structure, and management. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2915 - Student Teaching I

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: CDT 1314 , CDT 1713 , CDT 1343 , CDT 1214 , CDT 1224 ) This course allows child development students to implement knowledge and experience in preparing and implementing positive experiences for young children. Completion of the competencies provides opportunities for students to implement experiences planned in the prerequisites and ensures a balance of all curriculum areas. Not all competencies will be achieved at the end of this course due to the variance that exists in the childhood settings used for student experiences. Other competencies will be achieved and documented by the end of the two-year program of study. (10 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 2925 - Student Teaching II

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: CDT 1314 , CDT 2233 , CDT 2613 , CDT 2714 , CDT 1214 , CDT 1224 , CDT 2915 ) This course is a continuation of Student Teaching I which allows advanced child development students to implement knowledge and experience in preparing and implementing positive experiences for young children. Completion of the competencies provides opportunities for students to implement experiences planned in the prerequisites and ensures a balance of all curriculum areas. All competencies will be achieved and documented by the completion of the two student teaching courses. (10 hr lab)

Economics

  
  • ECO 2113 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    3 SH
    The study of a nation‘s economy to include the following topics: supply and demand, production possibilities, monetary and fiscal policies, factors of production, GDP/business cycles and economic growth, circular flow of market economies and international trade. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • ECO 2123 - Principles of Microeconomics

    3 SH
    The study of firms, industries and consumers to include the following topics: supply and demand, elasticity of demand and supply, consumer choice theory, production and cost theory and market structures. (3 hr lecture)

Education

  
  • EDU 1613 - Foundations in Education

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 1113  or an ACT English subscore of 18 or higher) A survey of the history and philosophies of American education is presented with special emphasis on current issues and problems in education. A minimum of 30-40 hours of supervised field observation in local schools is required for course completion. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • EDU 2613 - Introduction to Secondary Education

    3 SH
    Early field experiences in the secondary school, formulation of a basic philosophy of education. Includes a minimum of 40 hours field experience in junior and/or senior high schools. (3 hr lecture)

Educational Psychology

  
  • EPY 2513 - Child Psychology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PSY 1513  and sophomore standing) A study of the various aspects of human growth and development during childhood. Topics include physical, psychosocial & cognitive development from conception into emerging adolescence.
  
  • EPY 2523 - Adolescent Psychology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PSY 1513  and sophomore standing) A study of human growth and development during adolescence. This includes physical, cognitive and psychosocial development. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • EPY 2533 - Human Growth and Development

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PSY 1513 ) A study of human growth and development from conception through late adulthood, including death and dying. Topics include physical, psychosocial and cognitive development with implications for health professionals and others who work with people. (3 hr lecture)

Electrical Technology

  
  • ELT 1113 - Residential/Light Commercial Wiring

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This course provides advanced skills related to the wiring of single family, multi-family, and small commercial buildings. Includes instruction and practice in service entrance installation, specialized circuits, and the use of commercial raceways. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1123 - Commercial and Industrial Wiring

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This course provides instruction and practice in the installation of commercial and industrial electrical services including the types of conduit and other raceways, NEC code requirements, and three-phase distribution networks. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1133 - Introduction to the National Electric Code

    3 SH
    This is a course in the layout, format, rules, and regulations set forth in the National Electric Code. Emphasis is placed on developing the student‘s ability to find information in the National Electric Code and apply that information in real world applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1144 - AC & DC Circuits for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    Principles and theories associated with AC and DC circuits used in the electrical trades. Includes the study of electrical circuits, laws and formulas, and the use of test equipment to analyze AC and DC circuits. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1163 - Drafting for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1193 , ELT 1263 , ELT 1283 ; consent of instructor) Preparation and interpretation of schematics, electrical drawings and electrical blueprints. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1193 - Fundamentals of Electricity

    3 SH
    This is a basic course designed to provide fundamental skills associated with all electrical courses. It includes safety, basic tools, special tools, equipment, and introduction to simple AC and DC circuits. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1213 - Electrical Power

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This course provides skills related to electrical motors and their installation. Includes instruction and practice in using the different types of motors and transformer systems. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1223 - Motor Maintenance

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1213 ) This course provides instruction in the principles and practice of motor repair. This course includes topics on the disassembly/assembly and preventive maintenance of common electrical motors. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1253 - Branch Circuit and Service Entrance Calculations

    3 SH
    This is a course in calculating circuit sizes for all branch circuits and service entrances in residential installation. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1263 - Blueprint Reading/Planning the Residential Installation

    3 SH
    This course provides knowledge of symbols needed to read blueprints. All elevations and various plans associated with electrical wiring will be studied. Blank blueprints will be provided and a list of all appliances and their amperage will be supplied. The blanks will be filled with outlets as required by NEC. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1273 - Switching Circuits for Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Application

    3 SH
    This course is designed to introduce the student to the various methods by which single pole, 3-way, and 4- way switches are used in residential, commercial, and industrial installations. Includes the installation and operation of low voltage, remote control switching. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1283 - Estimating the Cost of a Residential Installation

    3 SH
    A course to provide a probable cost of a residential installation. Includes a study of the specifications set forth for a particular structure. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1313 - Automated Manufacturing Controls for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course is designed to teach the students the integrated control systems found in automated systems. Emphasis will be placed on encoders, optical devices, servo motors, stepper motors, computerized numerical control (CNC), vision and sensing systems, lasers, programmatic controllers, slid state motor controls, and other similar devices. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1324 - Calibration and Measurement Principles Used in the Electrical Industry

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 2613 , ELT 2623 ; consent of instructor) This course introduces the students to various terms related to measurement principles and calibration techniques used in the electrical industry. With PLCs, the topic also includes the procedures and calibration of various instruments and PLCs used in industry. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1334 - Flexible Manufacturing Systems for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2424 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2623 ; consent of instructor) This course is a production project that requires the student to apply technical skills acquired in previous courses. Project management is provide by the instructor with the students working as teams in each particular area of the manufacturing system. The students are required to plan the project and prepare the integrated system to manufacture a product. This includes all software, hardware, fixtures, clamping mechanisms, material handling requirements, sensors and interfacing and external control devices. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1343 - Fundamentals of Instrumentation

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) This course provides students with a general knowledge of instrumentation principles as they relate to the electrical industry. This course includes instruction in the basics of hydraulics and pneumatics and the use of electrical circuits in the instruction process. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1353 - Fundamentals of Robotics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course is designed to introduce the student to industrial robots. Topics to be covered include robotics history, industrial robot configurations, operations and basic programming and how they relate to the electrical industry. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1363 - Industrial Hydraulics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course introduces the students to basic hydraulics, hydraulics actuators, accumulators, valves, pumps, motors, fluids, coolers, and filters. Emphasis is placed on development of hydraulic control circuits, electrical interfacing techniques, and troubleshooting. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1373 - Industrial Pneumatics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course introduces the students to basic pneumatic principles, compression of air, work devices, control devices, and circuit diagrams. Emphasis is placed on development of pneumatic control circuits, electromechanical control of fluid power, and troubleshooting techniques. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1383 - Industrial Robotics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1353 , ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course teaches the operating systems and advanced programming methods of industrial robots. Actual industrial grade robots are used to train the student in the areas of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, service procedures, and robotics applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1393 - Servo Control Systems for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course is designed to teach servo components; servo valves; velocity servos; positional servos; force, pressure, and torque servos; servo amplifiers; programmers; and servo analysis. Emphasis is placed on servo trim and maintenance and the applications of servo systems. (2hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1413 - Motor Control Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This is a course in the installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to diagram, wire, and troubleshoot the different circuits and mechanical control devices. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1434 - Solid State Devices and Circuits for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 , ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) Active devices that include PN junction diodes, bipolar transistors, bipolar transistor circuits, and unipolar devices with emphasis on low frequency application and troubleshooting. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1513 - Data Acquisition and Communications

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This is a course in acquisition and communication of systems data in industrial automated applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1523 - Fundamentals of Fiber Optics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 , ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) Fiber-optic cable in modern industry applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1533 - Fundamentals of Data Communications for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) Concepts of telephony, local area networks, wide area networks, data transmission, and topology methods. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1544 - Network Systems for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 , ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) Networking fundamentals, voice networking, LANS, and Internet. Also, upgrading of computers to support LAN technology. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1553 - Satellite Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 , ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) Service, repair, and installation of residential and commercial satellite receiving systems and how they are used in the electrical industry. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1564 - Telephone Systems for Special Systems Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    Information and hands-on experience in installation, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of residential and commercial use telephone systems including analog and digital key systems. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1614 - Principles of Hydraulics and Pneumatics

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) Instruction in basic principles of hydraulics and pneumatics and the inspection maintenance, and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic system. (1 hr lecture, 6 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 2114 - Equipment Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 ; consent of instructor) Maintenance and troubleshooting techniques, use of technical manuals and test equipment, and inspection/evaluation/repair of equipment. (1 hr lecture, 6 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 2424 - Solid State Motor Controls

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 ) This course deals with the principles and operation of solid state motor control. This course includes instruction and practice in the design, installation and maintenance of different solid state devices for motor control. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 2613 - Programmable Logic Controllers

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 ) This course provides instruction and practice in the use of programmable logic controllers (PLC‘s) in modern industrial settings. This course includes instruction in the operating principles of PLC‘s and practice in the programming, installation, and maintenance of PLC‘s. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 2623 - PLC Advanced

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 2613 ) This is an advanced PLC course which provides instruction in the various operations, installations, and maintenance of electric motor controls. This course will provide information in such areas as sequencer, program control, block transfer used in analog input and output programming, and logic and conversion instructions. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 2913 - Special Project I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: consent of instructor required) Practical application of skill and knowledge gained in other electrical or electrical related technical courses. The instructor works closely with the student to insure that the selection of a project will enhance the student‘s learning experience. (6 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 2923 - Supervised Work Experience I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: consent of instructor) A cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s technical studies with industrial experience. (9 hr supervised work experience per week)
  
  • ELT 2933 - Special Project II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 2913 ; consent of instructor) A continuation of practical application of skill and knowledge gained in other electrical or electrical related technical courses. The instructor works closely with the student to insure that the selection of a project will enhance the student‘s learning experience. (6 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 2943 - Supervised Work Experience II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 2923 ; consent of instructor) A continuation of the cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student‘s technical studies with industrial experience. (9 hr supervised work experience per week)

Electronics and Related Engineering Technology

  
  • EET 1102 - Fundamentals of Electronics

    2 SH
    This course is designed to provide fundamental skills associated with all electronics courses. This course includes safety, breadboarding, use of calculator, test equipment familiarization, soldering, electronic symbols, and terminology. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 1114 - DC Circuits

    4 SH
    This course is designed for students to know the principles and theories associated with DC circuits. This course includes the study of electrical circuits, laws, and formulae, and the use of test equipment to analyze AC circuits. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • EET 1123 - AC Circuits

    3 SH
    This course is designed to provide students with the principles and theories associated with AC circuits. This course includes the study of electrical circuits, laws, and formulae, and the use of test equipment to analyze AC circuits. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 1214 - Digital Electronics

    4 SH
    This course is designed to introduce the student to number systems, logic circuits, counters, registers, memory devices, combination logic circuits, Boolean algebra, and a basic computer system. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 1311 - Orientation to Biomedical Careers

    1 SH
    This course is an orientation to the Biomedical field. Topics covered are the different career paths that are open to students and the organization and the operation of the environment. (1 hr lecture)
  
  • EET 1324 - Microprocessors

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 1214 ) This course is designed to provide students with skills and knowledge of microprocessor architecture, machine and assembly language, timing, interfacing, and other hardware applications associated with microprocessor systems. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • EET 1334 - Solid State Devices and Circuits

    4 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: EET 1114 , EET 1123 ) This course is designed to introduce the student to active devices which include PN junction diodes, bipolar transistors, bipolar transistor circuits, and unipolar devices with emphasis on low frequency application and troubleshooting. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • EET 1613 - Computer Fundamentals for Electronics/Electricity

    3 SH
    This course introduces the student to basic computer science as used in electricity/electronics areas. Computer nomenclature, logic, numbering systems, coding, operating system commands, editing, and batch files are covered. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 1713 - Drafting for Electronics/Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    This course is designed to provide instruction on the preparation and interpretation of schematics. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2115 - Biomedical Internship I

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: Sophomore standing in Electronics, EET 1311 ) A review of the fundamental practice of Biomedical Service as provided in the hospital environment. The student will intern under the supervision of a certified technician. (1 hr lecture, 12 hr clinical)
  
  • EET 2225 - Biomedical Internship II

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 2115 ) A continuation of Biomedical Internship I with emphasis on the repair of biomedical equipment. (1 hr lecture, 12 hr clinical)
  
  • EET 2334 - Linear Integrated Circuits

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 1334 ) This course is designed to provide the student with skills and knowledge associated with advanced semiconductor devices and linear integrated circuits. Emphasis is placed on linear integrated circuits used with operational amplifiers, active filters, voltage regulators, timers, and phase-locked loops. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2363 - Programmable Logic Controllers

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 1114  , EET 1334  ,EET 1214  ,EET 1123  ) This course covers use of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in modern industrial settings as well as the operating principles of PLCs and practice in the programming, installation, and maintenance of PLCs. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2414 - Electronic Communications

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 1334 ) This course is designed to provide the student with concepts and skills related to analog and digital communications. Topics covered include amplitude and frequency modulation, transmission, and reception, data transmission formats and codes, the RS-232 interface, and modulation-demodulation of digital communications. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2423 - Fundamentals of Fiber Optics

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 2414 ) This course is designed to provide skills and knowledge concerning the use of fiber optic cable in modern industry applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2514 - Interfacing Techniques

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 1324 ) This course is a study of data acquisition devices and systems including their interface to microprocessors and other control systems. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2813 - Video Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: EET 1334 ) This course is a study of the circuits and systems used in the production, transmission, and reception of video information to include color systems and computer-video interfacing. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2913 - Special Project

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor) This course is designed to provide the student with practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other electronics or electronics-related technical courses. The instructor works closely with the student to insure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience. (6 hr lab)
  
  • EET 2923 - Supervised Work Experience

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and completion of at least one semester of advanced coursework in electrical/electronics related programs.) This course is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s technical studies with industrial experience. Variable credit is awarded on the basis of semester hour per 45 industrial contact hours. (9 hr externship)

Emergency Medical Sciences

  
  • EMS 1118 - Emergency Medical Technician

    8 SH
    (Prerequisites: Current MS Driver’s License and Healthcare Provider Card issued by the American Heart Association) This course includes responsibilities of the EMT during each phase of the ambulance run, patient assessment, emergency medical conditions, appropriate emergency care, and appropriate procedures for transporting patient.  (5 hr lecture, 4 hr lab, 3 hr clinical)
  
  • EMS 1122 - Introduction to EMS Systems

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1118 , BIO 2513 , BIO 2511 , BIO 2523 , BIO 2521 ) Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1314 , EMS 1414 , EMS 1513 , EMS 1614 ) This course introduces the student to the EMS systems, roles and responsibilities of the paramedic, well-being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention, medical/legal issues, ethical issues, therapeutic communications, and life span development.  (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EMS 1314 - Airway: Management, Respiration and Oxygenation

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1118 , BIO 2513 , BIO 2511 , BIO 2523 , BIO 2521 ) Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1122 , EMS 1414 , EMS 1513 , EMS 1614 ) This course will provide the student with the essential knowledge to attain an airway and manage the respiratory system using advanced techniques.  (1 hr lecture, 6 hr lab)
  
  • EMS 1414 - Patient Assessment

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1118 , BIO 2513 , BIO 2511 , BIO 2523 , BIO 2521 )  Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1314 , EMS 1122 , EMS 1513 , EMS 1614 ) This course will teach comprehensive history taking and physical exam techniques. (1 hr lecture, 6 hr lab)
  
  • EMS 1422 - EMS Special Populations

    2 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1122 , EMS 1314 , EMS 1414 , EMS 1513 )  Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1525 , EMS 1825 , EMS 2714 , EMS 2855 ) This course will provide a comprehensive overview of providing care for the patient with special needs.  (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • EMS 1513 - EMS Practicum I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1118 , BIO 2513 , BIO 2511 , BIO 2523 , BIO 2521 )  Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1314 , EMS 1414 , EMS 1122 , EMS 1614 ) This course will provide clinical training on the skills and knowledge obtained in the classroom.  This will be a supervised activity carried out in the clinical and field setting at approved sites.  (9 hr clinical)
  
  • EMS 1525 - EMS Practicum II

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1122 , EMS 1314 , EMS 1414 , EMS 1513 )  Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1422 , EMS 1825 , EMS 2714 , EMS 2855 ) This course will provide clinical and field traiing on the skills and knowledge obtained the the classroom.  This will be a supervised activity carried out in the clinical and field setting at approved sites.  (9 hr clinical, 6 hr field clinical)
  
  • EMS 1614 - Pharmacology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1118 , BIO 2513 , BIO 2511 , BIO 2523 , BIO 2521 )  Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1314 , EMS 1414 , EMS 1513 , EMS 1122 ) This course will teach comprehensive pharmodynamics and pharmacokinetics.  (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • EMS 1825 - Cardiology

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1122 , EMS 1314 , EMS 1414 , EMS 1513 )  Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 1525 , EMS 1422  , EMS 2714 , EMS 2855 ) This class will teach a comprehensive approach to the care of patients with acute and complex cardiovascular compromise.  (2 hr lecture, 6 hr lab)
  
  • EMS 2414 - Maternal/Child Emergencies

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: EMS 1422 , EMS 1525 , EMS 1825 , EMS 2714 )  Additional prerequisite:  Current National Registry registration as an EMT, current MS certification as an EMT and current Healthcare Provider card issued by the American Heart Association. (Corequisites: EMS 2565 , EMS 2912 ) This course will provide a detailed understanding of the anatomic structures, physiology, and pathophysiology encountered when providing care in gynecological and obstetrical emergencies as well as pediatric emergencies.  (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
 

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