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Introduction to Criminal Justice (AJS101) 3 Credits

An introduction to crime and society's responses to it. Examines the nature and causes of crime, the criminal law, constitutional safeguards, and the organization and operation of the criminal justice system including the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies. Covers the history of the criminal justice system, terminology and career opportunities. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Patrol Procedures (AJS107) 3 Credits

Specialized areas of the patrol function, including responding to crowds, riots, bomb threats, intoxication, hazardous materials, fires, and domestic disputes. Partially fulfills Arizona POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) requirements for proficiency skills academy attendance. Prerequisites: None.

Substantive Criminal Law (AJS109) 3 Credits

Covers philosophy of legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American criminal law, classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definition of crimes, common defenses utilized. Includes specific offenses and the essential elements of each offense.
Prerequisites: None.

Criminal Justice Crime Control Policies and Practices (AJS113) 3 Credits

Focus on changing the distribution of crime opportunities rather than offender motivation. Topics include application of situational crime prevention strategies, problem-oriented crime control approaches, hot spots policing, defensible space, and crime prevention through defensible space. Prerequisites: None.

Computer Applications in Justice Studies (AJS119) 3 Credits

Provides literacy in microcomputer applications in major areas of the criminal justice system. Examines availability and uses of current software packages in criminal justice work. Provides hands-on experience with appropriate integrated software packages pertaining to justice studies. Prerequisites: None.

Emergency Response to Terrorism (AJS139) 3 Credits

Fundamentals of emergency response to suspected terrorist events. Historical perspective of terrorist activities and methods by which responders can identify and protect themselves and the public from these threats. Coordination of responding agencies. Prerequisites: None.

Emergency Preparedness (AJS147) 3 Credits

Emergency preparedness related to natural and man-made disasters. Planning concepts and the planning process; awareness and education programs and strategies for the general community as well as business and industries. Prerequisites: None.

Fundamentals of Emergency Management (AJS148) 3 Credits

Emergency management systems including career opportunities, function, tasks and responsibilities of the emergency management program manager, role of the emergency manager in mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Past civil defense and current emergency management systems since evolution from World War II. Prerequisites: None.

Firearms I (AJS151) 1 Credit

Moral aspects, legal provisions, safety precautions and restrictions covering the use of firearms, and the firing of sidearms. Prerequisites: None.

Firearms II/Handguns (AJS153) 1 Credit

Advanced familiarization with handguns. Variations of basic shooting stance. Legal and moral repercussions of self-defense. Includes range practice. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AJS151 or equivalent certified firearms training as reviewed by the Department.

Firearms III/Long Weapons (AJS154) 1 Credit

Familiarization with different types of long weapons and associated ammunition. Emphasis on safety techniques for use and storage of weapons. Limited use of range for practice. Prerequisites: None.

Home And Vehicle Personal Defense (AJS156) 1 Credit

Development of personal safety plans, confrontation avoidance, and effective self-defense tactics. Legal and safe use of firearms. Includes range practice. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AJS151 or permission of Instructor.

Domestic Violence (AJS162) 3 Credits

Explores domestic violence as a social problem within the United States from historical, cultural, political, legal, and law enforcement perspectives. Provides an overview of theories, definitions and causes of, and interventions for domestic violence involving spousal, elder and child abuse along with teen dating violence. Examines the dynamics and effects of domestic violence. Addresses research issues and contemporary domestic violence policy. Prerequisites: None.

Serial Killers And Mass Murderers (AJS192) 3 Credits

The study of serial killers, mass murderers and their victims. Examines the history and frequency of these crimes, profiles the killers and their victims, explores theories of causation, and discusses the problems and techniques of investigation, prosecution, punishment, and prevention. Prerequisites: None.

International And Domestic Terrorism (AJS195) 3 Credits

An overview of the history, structure, goals, and activities of domestic and international terrorist groups. Explores theories explaining terrorism and reviews methods used to combat it. Prerequisites: None.

Constitutional Law (AJS210) 3 Credits

An examination of the U.S. Constitution as it relates to the law enforcement function. Includes statutory law and judicial decisions governing the areas of arrest, search and seizure, interrogations and confessions, self-incrimination and other constitutional guarantees. Required in AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.

Juvenile Justice Procedures (AJS212) 3 Credits

Examines the nature and extent of juvenile delinquency to the present. Including but not limited to the history, jurisdictions, terminology, procedures, and institutions of the juvenile justice system. Prerequisites: None.

Criminalistics: Physical Evidence (AJS215) 3 Credits

The scientific analysis and examination of physical evidence with emphasis on scientific investigation, recognition, collection, and preservation of evidence. Topics include fingerprints, shoe prints, tool marks, firearms identification, paint chips and arson. Prerequisites: None.

Crime Scene Technology: Physical Evidence (AJS219) 3 Credits

Scientific analysis and examination of physical evidence with emphasis on scientific investigation, recognition, collection, and preservation of evidence. Fingerprints, shoe prints, tool marks, firearms identification, paint chips and arson. Prerequisites: None.

Criminology (AJS225) 3 Credits

Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crime and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

The Police Function (AJS230) 3 Credits

Theories of procedures and methods of operations of public police with emphasis on discretionary powers available to the working police officer. Career opportunities and current trends in law enforcement presented. Prerequisites: None.

The Correction Function (AJS240) 3 Credits

Examines the history and development of correctional theories and institutions. Prerequisites: None.

Victimology and Crisis Management (AJS258) 3 Credits

Victimology, the criminal justice system, techniques of crisis intervention, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, the role of substance abuse, effective coping skills, appropriate community resources and the responsiveness of the justice system. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, SB

Procedural Criminal Law (AJS260) 3 Credits

Concerned with the understanding of procedural criminal law. Examines the rationale underlying major court holdings, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings, and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: None.

Community Relations (AJS270) 3 Credits

Examination, recognition and understanding of community problems; community action programs; methods of coping with human behavior, victimology, conflict and communication; ethnic and minority cultures and environments; the community and relationships with the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Criminal Investigation I (AJS275) 3 Credits

Introduction to the theory of criminal investigation. Examines crime scene procedures, case preparation, interviewing, and basic investigative techniques. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Digital Arts (ART100) 1 Credit

Foundation course in digital arts and design, with emphasis in the production of art using the computer.
Prerequisites: None.

Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: New World (ASB223) 3 Credits

Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which fragment societies. Examples drawn from North America, Central America, and South America. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, H, HU, SB

Engine Repair (ASE113) 4 Credits

Diagnosis, disassembly, repair and reassembly of automotive internal combustion engines. Prerequisites: None.

Manual Drive Trains and Axles (ASE131) 4 Credits

Operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of the automotive powertrain. Includes manual transmissions/transaxles, clutches, drive axles, driveshafts, differentials, four-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive. Prerequisites: None.

Steering, Suspension and Pre-Alignment (ASE141) 2 Credits

Principles and operation of automotive suspension and steering systems. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Brake Systems (ASE151) 2 Credits

Fundamentals and operation of automotive braking systems. Includes training in service, testing, and repair of basic brake and brake-related components. Prerequisites: None.

Basic Automotive Electrical/Electronics (ASE161) 2 Credits

The basic principles of automotive electricity and electrical systems. Prerequisites: None.

Automotive Battery, Starting and Charging Systems (ASE162) 2 Credits

The principles of operation, testing and diagnosis of automotive battery, starting and charging systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE161, or permission of Instructor.

Automotive Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems (ASE171) 3 Credits

The theory and operation of automotive heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Training in diagnosis, service and repair of these systems. Prerequisites: None.

Advanced Brake Systems (ASE251) 2 Credits

The operation, diagnosis, service and repair of advanced automotive brake systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE151, or permission of Instructor.

Automotive Electrical Diagnostics and Repair (ASE261) 2 Credits

Principles of automotive electrical diagnostics and repair. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE162, or permission of Instructor.

Automotive Electronic Control Systems (ASE262) 2 Credits

Principles and operation of automotive electronics and electronic control systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE261, or permission of Instructor.

Computerized Automotive Engine Control Systems (ASE281) 2 Credits

The theory of computerized engine control systems as they relate to engine performance and emissions control. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE182, or permission of Instructor.

Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis (ASE282) 2 Credits

Diagnosis and repair of emission and engine control systems. Emphasizes the proper diagnosis, documentation, and repair of systems faults. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE261 and ASE281, or permission of Instructor.

Automotive Service Internship (ASE290AA) 1 Credit

Automotive work experience in the automotive service industry. Note: 80 hours of designated work per credit. Maximum of four (4) credits can be earned by taking any combination of ASE290AA, and/or ASE290AB, and/or ASE290AC; this combination may include repeats of the same suffixed course(s). Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

Microsoft Outlook: Level II (BPC106BH) 0.5 Credits

Microsoft Outlook features including sort, filter and group items; templates and forms; information sharing by public folders and Net Folders; share and fax contacts; and record activities in the Journal. Outlook environment customization also covered. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC106AH, or permission of Instructor.

A+ Exam Prep: Operating System Configuration and Support (BPC270) 3 Credits

Explore advanced technical aspects of maintaining and servicing computers. Emphasis placed on OS installation, maintenance, mobile devices, security, software troubleshooting, and on proper usage of tools, safety procedures, and professionalism. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Marriage and Family Life (CFS157) 3 Credits

Study of marriage and the family as a social system, including models of family analysis, intrapersonal and interpersonal relations, and cross-cultural and historical patterns. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Child And Family Organizations: Project Management (CFS209) 3 Credits

Focuses on concepts and strategies associated with effective project management in community-based child and family organizations. Emphasis on planning, evaluation and project management models. Prerequisites: None.

Cross-Cultural Parenting (CFS243) 3 Credits

Focus on the study of parents and children from a cross-cultural position. Emphasis on parenting styles and practices from a cultural directive and expectation perspective. Course designed for those seeking careers in Family Studies, Parent Education, Psychology, Social Work/Human Services. Prerequisites: None.

Social Policy and Families (CFS250) 3 Credits

Examines the impact of social policy on family systems and the implications for professional roles and practice. Prerequisites: None.

Sexuality over the Life Span (CFS259) 3 Credits

Examination of the physical, psychological, social, and cultural contributions to human sexuality. Emphasis on family life and cultural variation. Examination of facts and myths, current literature, and changing mores regarding human sexuality. Sexuality of males and females in contemporary society; impact of sexual trends on society; home/school issues in sexuality education. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. Student must be 18 years or older.

General Education Designations: SB

Adult-Adolescent Interaction (CFS277) 3 Credits

Prepares social service workers, teachers, and parents to interact effectively with teenagers. Develops understanding of the interaction between adolescents and their families. Teaches practical strategies to deal with specific problem areas. Prerequisites: None.

Survey of Computer Information Systems (CIS105) 3 Credits

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: CS

Computer Graphics: Introduction to Microsoft Visio (CIS116) 1 Credit

Introduction to use of Visio graphics software to create and edit drawings using predefined shapes and templates. Use of Visio tools to create simple drawings with text, symbols and labels. Prerequisites: None.

Internet/Web Development Level I-A (CIS133AA) 1 Credit

Overview of the Internet and its resources. Hands-on experience with various Internet communication tools. Prerequisites: None.

Amazon Web Services Academy Cloud Foundations (CLD110) 2 Credits

Provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, Amazon Web Services (AWS) core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. Intended for students who seek an overall understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical roles. Helps to prepare students for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.
Prerequisites: None. CIS105 suggested but not required.

Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (CNT150AB) 4 Credits

Focus on configuring switches and routers for use in small and medium size networks. Including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN trunking, Inter-VLAN routing, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), EtherChannel, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), First Hop Redundancy, Local area Network (LAN) and Switch security, and Static routing. Knowledge and skills needed to implement a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is also covered. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT140AB or permission of Instructor.

CCNA Exam Prep (CNT171) 1 Credit

Preparation for renewal of CCNA certification by reviewing the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model and industry standards including network topologies, IP addressing, subnet masks, access control list, basic network design and cable installation. Practice the skills to configure, customize, maintain and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches for Local Areas Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) using Cisco IOS command set. Review any new material introduced since the last CCNA exam version. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT160AB, or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, or permission of Instructor.

Basic Oral Communication Skills (COM095) 3 Credits

Listening, speaking, and related academic performance skills, including note taking. Emphasis on activities designed to improve and synthesize these skills. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Human Communication (COM100) 3 Credits

Introduces the theory and practice of human communication. Surveys communication topics related to interpersonal, small group, and public communication. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Introduction to Communication Inquiry (COM207) 3 Credits

Overview of theory and methodological practice in communication with particular attention to scholarly writing skills. Emphasis on development of critical thinking skills through active participation in the research process. Note: Recommended for the communication major. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107 or equivalent, and COM100 or equivalent, or permission of Instructor.

Public Speaking (COM225) 3 Credits

Designed to enhance the student's ability to present public speeches confidently and competently. Also designed to improve information literacy and critical thinking skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: L

Small Group Communication (COM230) 3 Credits

Principles and processes of small groups and development of skills for participation and leadership in small group settings. Practice in problem solving, decision making, and information sharing. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Elements of Intercultural Communication (COM263) 3 Credits

Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, G, SB

Introduction to Multiculturalism (CPD160) 3 Credits

Examination of the multiple cultures and subcultures within the contemporary United States. Personal exploration of awareness and appreciation of multiculturalism. Activities for experiencing diverse cultural perspectives. Critical thinking skills for recognizing, analyzing, and mediating cultural and psychological factors impacting conflict and accord between diverse cultures through written and oral discourse. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: C, L

Dance in Popular Culture (DAH250) 3 Credits

Interdisciplinary approach investigating diverse cultural dance practices that have shaped American popular culture from the late 19th century to the present. Highlights issues of power, class, race, ethnicity, gender, age and sexuality. Emphasis is on revealing diverse cultural influences in U.S. popular culture.Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, HU

Dance Performance I (DAN150) 1 Credit

An introduction to the process and practice of dance performance.
Prerequisites: None. Note: DAN150 may be repeated for credit. Corequisites: Any level of any of the following dance technique courses with a DAN prefix: ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop, tap, social, or world dance.

Dance Performance II (DAN155) 1 Credit

Continued study of the process and practice of dance performance at advanced beginning level. Note: DAN155 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN150 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any level of any of the following dance technique courses with a DAN prefix: ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop, tap, social, or world dance.

Dance Performance III (DAN250) 1 Credit

Continued study of the process and practice of dance performance at beginning intermediate level. Note: DAN250 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN155 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any level of any of the following dance technique courses with a DAN prefix: ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop, tap, social, or world dance.

Dance Performance IV (DAN255) 1 Credit

Continued study of the process and practice of dance performance at the intermediate level. Note: DAN255 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN250 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any level of any of the following dance technique courses with a DAN prefix: ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop, tap, social, or world dance.

Teaching and Learning in the Community College (EDU250) 3 Credits

The history, functions, organization and current issues in the community/junior college with emphasis on the Arizona community colleges. Includes focus on the design and practice of effective community college teaching and learning with special emphasis on the Maricopa County Community College District. Prerequisites: None.

Language Acquisition In The Young Child (EED211) 3 Credits

Define speech and language and discuss theories of language acquisition in young children, birth through 8 years of age in a variety of settings. Explore techniques to encourage and support the development of language, assessment techniques and family involvement. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CFS/ECH176, or CFS235, or EED205.

Early Literacy Development (EED250) 3 Credits

Overview of emergent literacy, early literacy development, and appropriate early experiences with books, reading, and writing. Emphasis placed on reading and writing readiness, methods to enhance literacy development, and strategies for selecting and using children's books. Prerequisites: None.

Early Learning: Curriculum And Instruction - Birth/Preschool (EED278) 3 Credits

Considerations and evaluations of curriculum appropriate to the developmental characteristics of learners, birth through five years. Includes how early childhood standards, philosophies, and program settings relate to the teaching, learning, and assessment process. Includes field experience. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EED200.

Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Health Care Providers (EMT101) 0.5 Credits

Designed to provide the allied healthcare provider with the knowledge and skills to perform Basic Life Support (BLS) according to current guidelines for emergency cardiovascular care (ECC). Prerequisites: None. Note: EMT101 may be repeated for credit.

Applied Practical Studies for Emergency Medical Technology (EMT104AB) 0.5 Credits

Simulation of actual emergency responses, with practical application of techniques and skills covered in EMT curricula. Scenario based learning applied to the techniques of emergency medical care in accordance with national and state curriculum. Practical application of anatomy, physiology, patient assessment, and treatment of medically or traumatically compromised patients, special hazards and medical operations. Also includes patient-assisted medication administration, semi-automatic external defibrillator and blood glucose monitoring. Students operate in outside, scenario based environments. Note: EMT/FSC104AB may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: EMT104.

Trauma Management II (EMT246) 4 Credits

Designed to instruct advanced prehospital care personnel the critical skills necessary to manage the trauma victim and the emergency scene through the Incident Command System (ICS). Enhances advanced emergency medical technology (EMT) skills by focusing on emergency care interventions. Provides advanced exposure to victim assessment, initial treatment, resuscitative skills, invasive techniques, electrical and pharmacologic interventions, stabilization, transportation of the victim to an emergency care facility, and documentation. Prerequisites: Certified as a Basic EMT, Intermediate EMT, Paramedic, or Arizona registered prehospital nurse, or permission of Instructor.

First-Year Composition (ENG102) 3 Credits

Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive, research-based writing and understanding writing as a process. Developing advanced college-level writing strategies through three or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101.

General Education Designations: FYC

First-Year Composition for ESL (ENG108) 3 Credits

Equivalent of ENG102 for students of English as a Second Language (ESL). Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive, research-based writing and understanding writing as a process. Developing advanced college-level writing strategies through three or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words in total. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.

General Education Designations: FYC

Business Start-Up and Planning (EPS195) 2 Credits

Development of a feasibility approach to strategic decision making concerning new venture start-up. Includes development of a business feasibility study and a preliminary business plan. Prerequisites: None.

Informal Conversational and Written English for Non-Native Speakers (ESL061) 3 Credits

Practice speaking and writing English in informal settings. Emphasis on friendly conversational techniques and effective use of the computer and the Internet to communicate in a friendly, relaxed manner. Prerequisites: Appropriate ESL placement test score, or a grade of P or C or better in ESL020, or ESL021, or ESL022, or ESL/RDG026.

Introduction to Exercise Science (EXS101) 3 Credits

Introductory course that will provide the student with a general overview of the key theories and concepts, professions, and research areas associated with the field of Exercise Science. Educational pathways and career options will also be examined.
Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Exercise Physiology (EXS125) 3 Credits

Principles of exercise science applied to fitness instruction. Major factors related to the function of the human body will be examined/introduced with an emphasis on exercise physiology and functional anatomy. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

Starting Your Own Personal Training Business (EXS138) 1 Credit

Overview of the personal training business in the fitness industry. Skills for becoming a successful and effective personal training business owner. Prerequisites: None.

Instructional Competency: Flexibility and Mind-Body Exercises (EXS214) 2 Credits

Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including flexibility activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: RDG100, or RDG100LL, or RDG111, or RDG112, or RDG113, or satisfactory District reading placement and (EXS125 and HES100) or permission of Instructor.

Instructional Competency: Muscular Strength and Conditioning (EXS216) 2 Credits

Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including strength and conditioning activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: RDG100, or RDG100LL, or RDG111, or RDG112, or RDG113 or satisfactory District reading placement and MAT120 or satisfactory District math placement and (EXS125 and HES100) or permission of Instructor.

Instructional Competency: Cardiorespiratory Exercises and Activities (EXS218) 2 Credits

Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including cardiorespiratory exercises and activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: RDG100, or RDG100LL, or RDG111, or RDG112, or RDG113 or satisfactory District reading placement and MAT120 or satisfactory District math placement and (EXS125 and HES100) or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice (EXS290) 3 Credits

Introduction to best practices in the acquisition, analysis, synthesis, and potential application of research in the discipline of exercise science. Specific emphasis on the application of research-based evidence for applied problem solving in exercise science. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(RDG100, or RDG100LL, or RDG111, or RDG112, or RDG113 or satisfactory District reading placement) and (MAT090, or MAT091, or MAT092, or satisfactory District math placement) and (ENG101 or ENG107)] or permission of Instructor. EXS101 recommended.

General Education Designations: L

Community Fitness Short Term (FITNESS500-00004) 0 Credits

Noncredit Community Member for pro-rated semester. Register and obtain a student ID to use the Fitness Center during hours of operation. Instruction & supervision are provided. Enrollment period for pro-rated portion of semester

Prorated Annual Fitness Center v March to December (FITNESS500-00013) 0 Credits

Prorated Annual Fitness Center v March to December. Previously NC 500 9313.

Prorated Annual Fitness Center v April to December (FITNESS500-00014) 0 Credits

Prorated Annual Fitness Center v April to December. Previously NC 500 9314.

Prorated Annual Fitness Center v May to December (FITNESS500-00015) 0 Credits

Prorated Annual Fitness Center v May to December. Previously NC 500 9315.

Introduction to Editing for Media (FMP115) 3 Credits

Introduction to editing for media on a nonlinear editing system.
Prerequisites: None.

Fundamentals of Fire Prevention (FSC108) 3 Credits

Fundamentals of fire prevention. Includes techniques, procedures, regulations, and enforcement. Also includes discussion of hazards in ordinary and special occupancies. Field trips and lectures from industry also included. Prerequisites: None.

Emergency Vehicle Driver Operator (FSC111) 2 Credits

Emergency vehicle operators training including the problems facing operators; the personal qualities of emergency vehicle operator candidates; legal responsibilities of operators; and physical forces involved in driving an emergency vehicle. Includes hands-on training in an emergency response vehicle. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Fire Suppression (FSC113) 3 Credits

Introduction to the characteristics and behavior of fire, fire hazard properties of ordinary materials, extinguishing agents, firefighter safety, fire suppression organization and equipment, and basic fire fighting tactics.
Prerequisites: None.

Fitness for Firefighters/CPAT (FSC130) 1 Credit

Skills and abilities required for entry level position in the fire service including physical ability, and stamina. Opportunity to take the accredited International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) at the end of the course at a IAFF licensed agency.
Prerequisites: None. Note: FSC130 is offered as credit (P) or no credit (Z) basis. Standard grading available according to procedures outlined in catalog.

Supervisory Training For Firefighters (FSC202) 3 Credits

Administrative methods applied to the fire service, departmental organization, and personnel management. Includes fire alarm signaling systems, fire service planning, and relationships with other city departments. Prerequisites: None.

Firefighter Safety and Building Construction (FSC208) 3 Credits

Actions necessary to provide for the safety of firefighters operating on the fireground. Effects that fire and heat may have on various types of building construction resulting in the loss of structural integrity. Includes signs and symptoms of structural damage. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FSC113 or permission of Instructor or current employment as a firefighter and/or Firefighter I and II Certification and/or related experience as determined by the Program Director.

Workplace Communication Skills (GBS120) 3 Credits

Reviews planning, organization, development, and evaluation of written and oral communication in business settings, including informative and persuasive messages. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Meteorology Laboratory I (GPH214) 1 Credit

Basic meteorological and climatological measurements. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: GPH212 Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: GPH212.

General Education Designations: SQ

Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals I (HCC145AA) 1 Credit

Introduction to medical terms used in health care. Body systems approach to selected terms related to structures, functions, diseases, procedures, and diagnostic tests. Building and analyzing selected terms using basic word parts. Selected medical abbreviations and symbols and term spelling. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Nursing and Health Care Systems (HCR220) 3 Credits

Introduction to the social, political, and economic contexts of the nursing profession and health care systems in the United States. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102 or ENG108 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: H

Culture And Health (HCR230) 3 Credits

Relation between cultures of diverse groups and health/illness. Emphasis on cross-cultural communication, including awareness of own cultural influences and indigenous and complementary healing practices. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, G

Healthful Living (HES100) 3 Credits

Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) (HES106) 0.5 Credits

Basic overview of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Covers choking procedures and the importance, guidelines, and techniques for performing CPR and utilizing an AED. Prerequisites: None.

Community First Aid (HES107) 0.5 Credits

Basic first aid course for the layperson. Training with the assessments and skills that be performed with minimal equipment in common home or workplace emergencies until emergency medical personnel arrive. Prerequisites: None.

Cultural Aspects of Health and Illness (HES210) 3 Credits

Examines how culture influences health and illness, health care practices, barriers to health care, interactions with health care professionals, and health disparities in the U.S. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, G

Information in a Post-Truth World (IFS201) 3 Credits

Development of critical thinking skills in using information. Exploration of how information can be used as a tool or a weapon. Explanation of the role of information as a consumer and creator. Recognition of the impact of culture and worldview on how information is understood, created, and disseminated. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in ENG101 or ENG107.

General Education Designations: L, SB

Photojournalism (JRN225) 3 Credits

Reporting the news as a photojournalist, with emphasis on the development and creation of news photographs. Experience in shooting, editing and transmitting digital photos using professional photo editing and design software. Prerequisites: None.

Criminal Investigations Certification IV (LET225AD) 1 Credit

Emphases on necessity for good reports in criminal investigations. Characteristics of pre-report preparation, preparing the body of the report, and assembling the case report. Process of handling submission of a case report, processing turndowns, and furthers. Prerequisites: Must be a certified police officer or have permission of Department or Division.

Criminal Investigations Certification V (LET225AE) 0.5 Credits

Overview of the criminal investigators role in preparing case documents for submittal to the attorney and to prepare for trial. Prerequisites: Must be a certified police officer or have permission of Department or Division.

Criminal Investigations Certification VI (LET225AF) 0.5 Credits

Various types of electronic evidence and the procedures required to be submitted to the court for prosecution. Prerequisites: Must be a certified police officer or have permission of Department or Division.

Criminal Investigations Certification VII (LET225AG) 1 Credit

This course is a summative culmination of the investigator courses. Students will assume the investigator's role in a crime scene scenario, securing a crime scene, processing evidence, preparing documentation, and submit a case for trial. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LET225AA, LET225AB, LET225AC, LET225AD, LET225AE, and LET225AF.

Law Enforcement Firearm Instructor (LET256) 5 Credits

A train the trainer course for police firearm instructors. Covers instructional techniques for the pistol, revolver, and shotgun. Note: AJS/LET256 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: AzPost (Peace Officer Standard and Training) Certified Police General Instructor or permission of Department or Division.

Law Enforcement Patrol Rifle Instructor (LET256AA) 3 Credits

Techniques on proper manipulation and marksmanship skills needed by a patrol officer/deputy in the use of the patrol rifle, and techniques of teaching those skills to other officers/deputies. Note: AJS/LET256AA may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: AzPOST (Peace Officer Standard and Training) certified law enforcement firearms instructor or permission of Instructor.

College Mathematics Prep (MAT103) 3 Credits

Foundational knowledge of topics necessary for success in College Mathematics. Emphasis on understanding mathematical concepts and their applications. Topics include number sense, proportional reasoning, numerical and algebraic expressions, linear equations, and representations of data. Prerequisites: None. Note: MAT103 students may receive credit for only one of the following: (MAT052 and MAT053 and MAT055) or MAT103. This course is designed for students that do not qualify for MAT141 or MAT142, but intend to complete MAT14+ College Mathematics for their degree path. This course covers topics from basic arithmetic and introductory algebra.

College Algebra Prep (MAT114) 4 Credits

Proper use of function notation, average rate of change of functions, and evaluating arithmetic and algebraic expressions. Analysis of linear and quadratic equations, and their applications; graphs of linear and quadratic functions; operations on polynomial expressions. Prerequisites: None. Note: MAT114 students may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT114, OR MAT115.