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ACC260: Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Preparation – 3 credits

Fundamental accounting practices including accrual and deferral adjustments, correcting common transaction recording errors, bank reconciliations and adjusting entries. Includes payroll accounting and related Federal and State payroll law requirements. Accounting for depreciation for financial and tax accounting purposes covered. Inventory valuation methods. Includes calculating, recording, and reporting under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Preventive internal control procedures to detect organizational fraud, theft, and embezzlement covered. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ACC111, or ACC211 or (bookkeeping experience and permission of Instructor).

AJS101: Introduction to Criminal Justice – 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

SUN# AJS1101

AJS113: Criminal Justice Crime Control Policies and Practices – 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, and crime prevention through environmental design.
Prerequisites: None.

AJS123: Ethics and the Administration of Justice – 3 credits

Introduces and explores ethical issues and the justice system. Focuses on ethics and the law, the police, courts and corrections. Reviews ethical theory, concepts and practices as they relate to administration of justice. Explores issues of how media/social media shape ethics. Encourages critical thinking and value decision making in criminal justice system situations. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

AJS139: Emergency Response to Terrorism – 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.

AJS147: Emergency Preparedness – 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.

AJS192: Serial Killers and Mass Murderers – 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.

AJS200: Current Issues In Criminal Justice – 3 credits

Examines current issues, techniques and trends in the Criminal Justice System. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

AJS201: Rules of Evidence – 3 credits

A practical insight into the rules of evidence. Examines the general rules governing admissibility of evidence. Explores types of evidence, the hearsay rule, witness testimony, the exclusionary rule, privileged communications, best evidence rule. Examination of chain of custody and the use of scientific evidence. Prerequisites: None.

AJS210: Constitutional Law – 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.

AJS212: Juvenile Justice Procedures – 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.

AJS213: Evidence Technology: Fingerprints – 3 credits

Covers the fundamental principles of fingerprints, including the history of fingerprint classification, the biology of friction ridge skin, pattern analysis, comparison, and identification as well as their application in significant court cases. Also includes techniques for obtaining inked prints and developing and preserving latent prints. Prerequisites: None.

AJS214: Evidence Technology/Photography – 3 credits

The use of photography and other aids in identification and preservation of evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, and impressions. Techniques in crime scene and traffic accident photography. Prerequisites: None.

AJS216: Criminalistics: Biological Evidence – 3 credits

The scientific analysis and examination of biological evidence with emphasis on collection and preservation of evidence. Topics discussed include blood, drugs, blood alcohol, hairs and fibers, and topics of special interest in criminalistics. Prerequisites: None.

AJS225: Criminology – 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

AJS230: The Police Function – 3 credits

An examination of the history, organization, procedures, and methods of operation of public policing in the United States. Career opportunities and current challenges in law enforcement presented. Prerequisites: None.

AJS240: The Correction Function – 3 credits

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

AJS260: Procedural Criminal Law – 3 credits

Concerned with the understanding of procedural criminal law. Examines the processes and procedures followed by law enforcement, attorneys, and the courts in the apprehension and prosecution of criminal offenders. Examines the rationale underlying major court holdings impacting the criminal justice process, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system.
Prerequisites: None.

AJS270: Community Relations – 3 credits

Examination of community problems; community action programs and trends; human behavior, conflict and communication; and the relationship between the criminal justice system and community. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

AJS275: Criminal Investigation I – 3 credits

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

AJS290AW: Narcotics And Dangerous Drugs – 1 credit

Pharmacological effects of the use and abuse of drugs, including a description of common abuse patterns and investigative techniques used in the enforcement of drug laws. Prerequisites: None.

AJS290BN: Courtroom Testimony Seminar – 1 credit

Courtroom demeanor and protocol. Role and primary functions of witness and legal counsels. Prerequisites: None.

ARH100: Introduction to Art – 3 credits

Understanding and enjoyment of visual art through the study of art media, design elements, techniques and processes, and cultural contexts. Building awareness of the meaning, functions, and significance of art. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

ASL102: American Sign Language II – 4 credits

Continued development of knowledge and language skills for communicating with deaf people who sign. Includes numbers, fingerspelling, and culture. Emphasis on enhancement of receptive sign skills and continued development of expressive sign skills. Application of rudimentary, syntactical, and grammatical structure stressed with continued development of sign vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

ASL110: Fingerspelling – 3 credits

Introduction to fingerspelling techniques. Focus on methods, theory, and applications on receptive and expressive skills including manual alphabet production and numbers. In addition, skill development in speed, dexterity, clarity, and lexicalized fingerspelling, numeric incorporation, prefixes, suffixes, and polysyllabic words. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

ASL202: American Sign Language IV – 4 credits

Advanced American Sign Language skills including continued vocabulary. Emphasis on conversational techniques in a cross-cultural framework. Continued work on conceptual accurate signing of English idioms and words with multiple meanings. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL201 or permission of Department or Division. (ENG101 or ENG107), ASL200, and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment) suggested but not required. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

AVC100: Introduction to Digital Arts – 1 credit

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

BIO156: Introductory Biology for Allied Health – 4 credits

An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended.

General Education Designations: SQ

CEU100-93001: Early Childhood Oral Health Promotion – 4 credits

This course will provide dental and dental hygiene professionals, as well as other healthcare professionals, with information to enable them to provide practical and effective advice to parents and other healthcare providers about preventing oral diseases in infants and young children

CEU100-93012: DNT: Oral Radiography Review for Dental Assistants - Lecture – 12 credits

Designed to provide dental radiography fundamentals on radiation safety, exposure, evaluation, quality assurance and infection control. Intended for dental assistants preparing for x-ray certification. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns twelve (12) CEUs.

CEU100-93013: DNT: Oral Radiography Lecture and Lab – 30 credits

Designed to provide dental radiography fundamentals on radiation safety, exposure, evaluation, quality assurance and infection control. Including but not limited to digital dental radiography using dental x-ray replicas. Intended for dental assistants seeking x-ray certification in Arizona. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns thirty (30) CEUs.

CEU100-93024: DNT: Infection Control and Infectious Diseases – 4 credits

This program will provide an overview on infection control, emerging infectious diseases, the infectious disease process, pathogens transmissible by the oral cavity, and oral manifestations of infectious diseases.

CEU100-93089: DNT: Chemical Dependency - Tobacco Cessation – 4 credits

Designed to create awareness in how to assess patients for tobacco use, describe the components of tobacco dependency, prevention strategies and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Intended for health care professionals. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4)) CEUs.

CEU100-93094: DNT: Oral Health Medical Emergencies – 4 credits

Designed to provide knowledge in the development of dental office protocol for the identification and management of medical emergencies. Including but not limited to procedures, equipment, and drugs usage. Intended for dental providers. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

CEU100-93096: DNT: Local Anesthesia Review I – 4 credits

Review of anatomy, techniques and medical history considerations in the administration of dental anesthesia. Open to Dental Hygienists and Dentists. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

CEU100-93097: DNT: Local Anesthesia Review II – 4 credits

Review of the pharmacology of local anesthetics and administration of nitrous oxide-oxygen analgesia in dentistry. Open to Dental Hygienists and Dentists. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

CEU100-93112: DNT: Dental Laser Education – 8 credits

Designed to provide a comprehensive soft-tissue laser experience with emphasis on periodontal therapies. Meets the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners emerging technology requirements as specified in ARS 32-1281 (C) (2) and 32-1201 (17) (18). Open to current dental professionals. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director. Eight hours of CEUs earned.

CEU100-93114: DNT: Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary – 90 credits

Designed to develop knowledge and skills in preparation for the Arizona Expanded Functions-Restorative Exam. Participants will perform expanded function restorative procedures including but not limited to amalgam, occlusion considerations, and caries prevention in a pre-clinical environment as defined by ARS 32-1291.01. Open to certified and or licensed practicing dental assistants and dental hygienists. Prerequisites: Current certification or licensure. Completion earns ninety (90) CEUs.

CEU100-93115: DNT: Infection Control Review for Dental Expanded Functions – 4 credits

Designed to provide knowledge and skills on Standard Precautions in patient care, prevention of disease transmission and cross contamination and OSHA standards in the dental health-care setting. Prerequisites: Practicing dental auxiliaries. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

CEU100-93120: DNT: Interim Therapeutic Restorations – 4 credits

Designed to provide knowledge and skills in placement of interim therapeutic restoration (ITR). Removal of soft materials using hand instruments only and placement of adhesive restorative material. Intended audience are Dentist and Dental Hygienist. Prerequisites: Practicing Dentist or Dental Hygienist. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

CEU100-93122: DNT: Oral Public Health – 4 credits

Designed to define oral public health and discuss public health program development, evaluation and funding. The course will provide basic knowledge in barriers and disparities to oral care, alternative workforce providers, and teledentistry. Intended for all members of the dental team. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

CEU100-93123: DNT: Ethics and Dentistry – 4 credits

Designed to provide basic knowledge in ethics, morals, the ADA Principles of Ethics Code of Professional Conduct, and ADHA Code of Ethics. The course also discusses ethical dilemmas and provides a guideline to approach them. Intended for all members of the dental team. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

CEU100-93125: DNT: Expanded Function Laboratory – 0 credits

Continued laboratory performance of expanded function restorative procedures including but not limited to amalgam, occlusion considerations, caries prevention in a pre-clinical environment. Designed for participants previously enrolled in the Expanded Function course needing additional laboratory skills and knowledge in preparation for the DANB for the EFDA exam defined by ARS 32-1291.01. Open to participants previously enrolled in CEU100-93114, DNT: Expanded Function Dental Assistant. Perquisites: Permission of Instructor. Completion earns CEU100-93114 completion status.

CEU100-99008: Gentle Touch: Foundations of Oncology Massage – 26.6 credits

Overview of cancer and principal cancer treatments. Clinical considerations, including practice guidelines and hands-on adjustments related to cancer and treatment side effects administrative considerations for client intake, treatment plans and session documentation. In addition, comprehensive practical application of massage. Intended audience are licensed massage therapists. Prerequisites: Previous training in Swedish strokes and massage draping. Completion earns 26.6 CEUs.

CEU100-99013: DNT: Neurotoxins – 0 credits

This course is designed for active licensed dental professionals seeking knowledge and skills required for the injections of pharmacology Botox cosmetic, Dysport, and other neurotoxins. In addition but not limited to, the history, the marketing, the facial anatomy, and the fundamentals of performing injections. Prerequisites: Active licensed Dentist or Dental Hygienist. Completion earns eight (8) CEUs. COURSE NOTE: Products and supplies will be provided.

CHM100: Preparation for Fundamental Chemistry – 1 credit

A preparatory course designed to review fundamental math and chemistry principles for students inexperienced or insecure with these concepts. Stresses individualized instruction. Designed to prepare students for CHM130.
Prerequisites: None.

CHM130: Fundamental Chemistry – 3 credits

A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM130LL. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN# CHM 1130 in combination with: CHM130LL. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM130 and CHM130LL, or CHM130AA. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM100, or high school algebra, or MAT140 or higher, or an EdReady-Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics score of 70 or higher, or an EdReady-College Algebra score of 80 or higher) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement)], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair.

General Education Designations: SQ

SUN# CHM1130

CHM130LL: Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory – 1 credit

Laboratory experience in support of CHM130. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM130. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN# CHM 1130 in combination with: CHM130. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM130 and CHM130LL, or CHM130AA. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM130.

General Education Designations: SQ

SUN# CHM1130

CIS102DA: IT Customer Support – 3 credits

Examines skills, tools and strategies necessary for becoming a computer help-desk or end-user support professional. Prerequisites: None.

CIS113DE: Microsoft Word: Word Processing – 3 credits

Using word processing software to create, name and manage files, edit text, format, apply themes and styles, create and modify tables, apply desktop publishing features, and print a variety of types of documents. Prerequisites: None.

CIS133AA: Internet/Web Development Level I-A – 1 credit

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

CIS190: Introduction to Networking – 3 credits

Overview of networks. Emphasis on the elements of a network, current issues and products, and use of a network. Includes terminology, hardware and software components, connectivity, resource monitoring and sharing, electronic mail and messaging, and security issues. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA Network+ examination.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

COM100: Introduction to Human Communication – 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

SUN# COM1100

COM225: Public Speaking – 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

COMM_ED100-99001: Italian Contemporary Life Through Cinema – 0 credits

This course will capture the spirit of life in modern Italy through the works of contemporary directors. A guided discussion will follow each film.

CONT_ED100-93086: Certified Paralegal Review – 0 credits

Facilitated review in preparation for the Certified Paralegal examination offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants.

CRW150: Introduction to Creative Writing – 3 credits

Introduction to the basic aesthetics and techniques in contemporary creative writing within a variety of genres. Introduction to the analytical concepts and terminology necessary to understand, interpret, and enact contemporary creative writing. Facilitation of writing practices and evaluation. Introduction to literature's role in society. Prerequisites: None.

CRW160: Introduction to Writing Poetry – 3 credits

Prewriting (invention and discovery); writing; analyzing and evaluating (in workshop); and revising to practice manipulating various elements of poetry, critique one's own and the poetry of others, and produce a portfolio of finished, marketable poems. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required.

CRW170: Introduction to Writing Fiction – 3 credits

Practice in writing fiction through a process of prewriting (invention and discovery), writing, analysis and evaluation (in workshop), and revision; practice in manipulating various elements and forms of fiction. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required.

CRW190: Introduction to Screenwriting – 3 credits

Overview of screenwriting elements and introduction to screenwriting techniques.
Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required.

CRW290: Intermediate Screenwriting – 3 credits

Drafting and revision of original screenplay; overview of marketing a screenplay. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CRW190 or permission of Instructor.

DAE156: Dental Assisting II – 7 credits

Intermediate dental assisting skills, with an emphasis in treatment provided in general dentistry, including an introduction to dental diseases and their prevention, and preparing for and assisting in general dental restorative procedures, including the use of local anesthetics, dental materials, and pharmacological agents for procedures. Introduction to ethics and the legal aspects of dental practices. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAE112 or permission of Program Director.

DAE256: Dental Assisting IV – 2 credits

Advanced dental assisting sciences, with an emphasis in the recognition of oral pathologies, use of technology in dentistry, intermediate dental office management skills, and legal considerations for the practice of dentistry. Additional emphasis will be placed on coronal polishing and community oral health. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAE212 or permission of Program Director.

ECE212: Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics – 3 credits

Modeling of dynamic motion in particles and rigid bodies through kinetics and kinematics. Work and energy principles; impulse and momentum principles; planar kinematics; equations of motion; conservation of energy and momentum. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: (ECE211 and PHY121) or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair. Prerequisites or Corequisites: MAT240, or MAT241, or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.

ECN212: Microeconomic Principles – 3 credits

Microeconomic analysis including the theory of consumer choice, price determination, resource allocation and income distribution. Includes non-competitive market structures such as monopoly and oligopoly; and the effects of government regulation. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

SUN# ECN2202

EDU225: Professionalism and Ethics in Education – 1 credit

Exploration of topics relative to the professionalism, legal knowledge, and ethical development of classroom teachers. Topics include professionalism within the teaching profession, legal considerations, ethics vs. code of conduct, dispositions, and impact of personal and community values. Prepares individuals for the professional, legal, and ethical issues that are routinely seen in an educational setting. Prerequisites: None.

EMT104AB: Applied Practical Studies for Emergency Medical Technology – 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.

EMT104LL: Emergency Medical Technology Practicum – 2 credits

Designed as the simulated Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) practicum in which the student synthesizes standard of care and scope of practice with comprehensive assessment and diagnostic technology, patient advocacy, ethical and professional behaviors, critical thinking, decision-making, and patient management of medical and trauma emergencies. Provides scenario based learning applied to the techniques of emergency medical care in accordance with national and state curriculum. Note: EMT104LL may be repeated for credit. Students must meet National Registry of EMT requirements for certification. Additional information available at nremt.org Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EMT104 or permission of Instructor or Corequisites: EMT104.

ENG100AE: Composition Skills – 1 credit

Developing generative and evaluative writing skills using selected software programs. Prerequisites: Appropriate English placement test score, or a grade of C or better in ESL097, or permission of Instructor.

ENG101: First-Year Composition – 3 credits

Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Establishing effective college-level writing strategies through four or more writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Appropriate writing placement test score, or (a grade of C or better in ESL097 or WAC101), or (a grade of B or better in ALT100), or (a grade of C in ALT100 and Corequisites: ENG101LL, or ENG107LL, or WAC101, or ENG100A+), or (a grade of C or better in ESL202 and Corequisites: ENG101LL, or ENG107LL, or WAC101, or ENG100A+).

General Education Designations: FYC

SUN# ENG1101

ENG111: Technical and Professional Writing – 3 credits

Introduces students to the genres, style, and design of technical documents that are used in various professional fields. Includes examining the role of workplace writing, preparing documents appropriate to diverse audiences, and integrating data and graphics into work-related documents. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: L

ENG200: Reading and Writing About Literature – 3 credits

Emphasis on critical analysis of various genres of literature; includes study of necessary terminology, introduction to methods of literary criticism, and practice in interpretation and evaluation. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102.

General Education Designations: HU, L

ENH110: Introduction to Literature – 3 credits

Introduction to international literature through various forms of literary expression; e.g., poetry, drama, essay, autobiographical fiction, short story, and novel. Provides a global overview of literature with special emphasis on diverse cultural contributions of women, African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, HU

ENH112: Chicano Literature – 3 credits

Introduction to the works of Mexican-American writers. Samples poetry, fiction, and essays viewed in their relationship to American cultural heritage and to contemporary culture. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, HU

ENH255: Contemporary U.S. Literature and Film – 3 credits

A discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of literature created by U.S. authors and film created by U.S. or other filmmakers. Includes the challenges of adapting literature to film; addressing the racial, ethnic, sex, sexuality, gender, class, and religious differences among cultures and mediums; the use of narrative in each medium and how it translates various cultural values and assumptions particular to U.S. society and culture; the specific genres present in literature and film; and the cultural metaphors and symbols used in literature and film. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: C, HU, L

EXS101: Introduction to Exercise Science – 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.

EXS217: Cardiorespiratory and Flexibility Training – 3 credits

Fundamental methods for safe and effective instruction of cardiorespiratory and flexibility training exercises. Application of foundational principles of physiology and kinesiology. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

FITNESS100-83069: Fitness for 3 months – 0 credits

FITNESS100-83071: Fitness for 2 months – 0 credits

For those that sign up during the semester, you can register to use our Fitness Center and aerobics classes, either November through December, or April through the end of May.

FITNESS100-83091: Intersession Fitness Center Access – 0 credits

Sign up for this section to continue exercising between the semesters. These classes last between two and three weeks.

FOR106: Forensic Science: Biological Evidence – 4 credits

Scientific analysis and examination of biological evidence for forensic purposes. Covers blood, bloodstains, other biological fluids and stains, hair, DNA, toxicological evidence, controlled substances and alcohol. Includes the history of forensic science, functions of the crime lab, and criminalist career specialties. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SQ

FSC139: Emergency Response to Terrorism – 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.

FSC147: Emergency Preparedness – 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.

FYE101: Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success – 1 credit

Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset and financial literacy. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources. Prerequisites: None.

FYE103: Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success – 3 credits

Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career, and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset, interpersonal skills, financial literacy, self-care strategies, diverse perspectives, and campus tools and resources. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources.
Prerequisites: None.

GBS120: Workplace Communication Skills – 3 credits

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

GBS151: Introduction to Business – 3 credits

Characteristics and activities of current local, national, and international business. An overview of economics, marketing, management and finance. Prerequisites: None.

GBS205: Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Business – 3 credits

Legal theories, ethical issues and regulatory climate affecting business policies and decisions. Prerequisites: None.

GBS233: Business Communication – 3 credits

Internal and external business communications, including verbal and nonverbal techniques. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107 with grade of "C" or better, or permission of Department or Division.

General Education Designations: L

GPH113: Physical Geography: Atmosphere, Lithosphere, Water, and Hazards – 4 credits

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes / ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves, wind, and using various topographic mapping data.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SQ

HCC145: Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals – 3 credits

Medical terminology used in health care, with special care populations and in special services. Body systems approach to terms related to structures, functions, diseases, procedures, and diagnostic tests. Building and analyzing terms using word parts. Medical abbreviations and symbols and term spelling. Prerequisites: None.

HCC145AA: Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals I – 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.

HES210: Cultural Aspects of Health and Illness – 3 credits

Examines how culture influences health, illness, health maintenance practices, barriers to health care, interactions with healthcare professionals, and health disparities worldwide. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C

HIM106: Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information Management – 3 credits

Overview of legal and ethical principles in health care and health information management. Topics include federal and state court systems; legal terminology; health care law; privacy, confidentiality, and security; release of information guidelines; ethics, bioethics, and ethical dilemmas. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Health Information Technology program and permission of Program Director.

HIM180: Introduction to Medical Billing and Reimbursement – 2 credits

Overview of the medical billing profession, the revenue management process, and federal billing guidelines. Topics include Medicare, Medicaid, third party payers, management care models, and national insurance schemes. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director.

HIM207: Health Information Organizational Resource Management – 3 credits

Provides an overview of principles and practices essential to the efficient use of human, financial, and physical resources within health information management services. Topics include team building, planning, leading, organizing, directing, and controlling. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HIM101 and HIM106) or permission of Program Director.

HIM225: Health Data Analytics – 3 credits

Provides students with integral tools and skills to analyze data commonly used in healthcare provision. Topics include data analysis, organization, and preparation tools; statistical techniques and variables; study design; benchmarking; and quality and performance improvement. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CIS114DE and HIM203).

HIS104: United States History 1865 to Present – 3 credits

The political, economic, and social development of United States from 1865 to the present time. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: H, SB

SUN# HIS1132

HST182: Microtomy – 5 credits

Emphasis on decalcification techniques, ergonomic safety practices for microtomy, and frozen section techniques. Application of embedding orientation by tissue type. Procedures for paraffin embedding station, cryostat and rotary microtome set-up and maintenance, and sharps safety practices for the microtome. Includes techniques for microtomy, specialized microtomy, frozen section, and cytology specimen preparation. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in HST181.

HST183: Practicum: Chemistry of Fixation – 1 credit

Practicum in histology techniques performed in an anatomic laboratory. Application of clinical skills for specimen handling, identification, and tracking protocols. Use of anatomic laboratory instrumentation. Study of gross examination protocols. Demonstration of fixation techniques, paraffin processing protocols, and specialized processing techniques. Performance of clerical and computer functions using medico-legal guidelines for documentation. Use of professional and ethical conduct in all interpersonal communications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in HST181 or permission of Program Director.

HST184: Practicum: Microtomy – 1 credit

Practicum in histology techniques performed in an anatomic laboratory. Use of decalcification and frozen section techniques. Includes embedding orientation by tissue type and ergonomic safety practices for microtomy. Procedures for the paraffin embedding station, cryostat and rotary microtome set-up and maintenance, and sharps safety practices for the microtome. Emphasis on techniques for microtomy, specialized microtomy, frozen section, and cytology specimen preparation. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in HST182.

HUM213: Hispanic Film – 3 credits

Analysis of Hispanic film as art form and as social commentary. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, HU

IBS101: Introduction to International Business – 3 credits

A basic overview of international business to introduce students to international trade concepts. Focus of the course is on international business environment issues that influence global business practices, decisions and applications. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G

IPP207: Ethics and Decision Making for ASL/English Interpreters – 2 credits

Guided exploration of factors that impact decisions within interpreted contexts, including strategies, theory, and models for decision making. Application and implementation of the National Association of the Deaf (N.A.D.)-Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (R.I.D.) Code of Professional Conduct. Note: IPP207 may be repeated for a total of eight (8) credit hours. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: ASL201 or permission of Department or Division. Prerequisites or Corequisites: IPP205 or permission of Program Director. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.