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MOR 365 - Survey of Infectious Diseases Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides a survey of infectious disease processes, nonspecific and specific defense mechanisms, and principles of infection control and epidemiology. Safe handling of infectious materials and personal protective equipment are emphasized.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: MOR 301
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MOR 366 - Funeral Pathology Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will be introduced to the study of the cause, course and effects of diseases upon the human body, with stress on ways in which tissue changes affect the embalming process. Pathologic conditions that require special treatment and terminology associated with the causes of death.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: MOR 301
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MOR 390 - Professional Review Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will study the professional standards and ethics to which funeral directors adhere. Students will also be exposed to test-taking strategies for the National Board Exam and discover the licensure process for funeral directors.
Prerequisite: Completion of all Mortuary Science courses and consent of program and chairperson.
Corequisite: MOR 941
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MOR 941 - Practicum Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 12
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will be assigned to a college-approved funeral home to learn procedures and policies and perform duties directly relating to the practice of funeral service as assigned by the preceptor, licensed funeral home staff and faculty members.
Prerequisite: Completion of all Mortuary Science courses and consent of the program chairperson.
Corequisite: MOR 390
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Medical Transcription |
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MTR 120 - Medical Transcription I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Designed to prepare the student to transcribe from physician dictation. The course covers the various medical specialties and introduces the student to a variety of formats for medical materials.
Prerequisite: ADM 157 with a C or better and HSC 120 with a C or better and BCA 160 with a C or better
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MTR 121 - Medical Transcription II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is a continuation of Medical Transcription I.
Prerequisite: MTR 120 with a grade of C or better
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MTR 122 - Medical Transcription III Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A continuation of Medical Transcription II. Concentrates on transcription of case histories and physicals, discharge summaries and operative reports with a variety of dictating styles.
Prerequisite: MTR 121 with a C or better
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Music-applied |
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MUA 101 - Applied Voice Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course is for individual instruction in singing. Students receive weekly half-hour lessons during the Fall and Spring semesters and longer lessons during the shorter Summer semester. Students are accepted at all levels of experience. Students will study tone production, breath control, diction, literature, stage presence and general musicianship. When registering, students pay the cost of one DMACC credit plus a music lesson fee. There is no limit on the number of times a student may register for this course. However, only the most recent four semesters’ credits may be used as elective credit when applying for a DMACC degree.
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MUA 120 - Applied Piano Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course is for individual instruction in playing piano. Students receive weekly half-hour lessons during the Fall and Spring semesters and longer lessons during the shorter Summer semester. Students will study all aspects of piano technique, literature, stage presence and general musicianship. Students are accepted at all levels of experience. When registering, students pay the cost of one DMACC credit plus a music lesson fee. There is no limit on the number of times a student may register for this course. However, only the most recent four semesters’ credits may be used as elective credit when applying for a DMACC degree.
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MUA 147 - Applied Instrumental Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course is for individual instruction in brass, woodwind, string, percussion instruments and in guitar. There is a separate course section for each instrument area; students must be sure to register in the section that is designated for the instrument they want to study. Students may register for more than one section, but a Drop/Add slip that is signed by the instructor must be used when registering for more than one section. Students receive weekly half-hour lessons during the Fall and Spring semesters and longer lessons during the shorter Summer semester. Students are accepted at all levels of experience. Students will study all aspects of technique, breath control (when applicable), literature, stage presence and general musicianship. When registering, students pay the cost of one DMACC credit plus a music lesson fee. There is no limit on the number of times a student may register for this course. However, only the most recent four semesters’ credits may be used as elective credit when applying for a DMACC degree.
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Music-general |
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MUS 100 - Music Appreciation Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A survey of the development of western arts music through study of representative compositions of many periods and styles. Includes definitions of musical terminology and a major emphasis on listening.
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MUS 102 - Music Fundamentals Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course introduces students to the elements of music as they are taught in music classes from preschool through middle school. Basic information regarding the teaching of music and an introduction to using a piano as a teaching aid are included. This course includes a significant amount of student participation both in teaching music concepts to classmates and in being students who are being taught by classmates.
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MUS 106 - Music Theory I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
All aspects of music theory will be introduced and explored with the experienced music student. Activities will include ear training, sight singing, keyboard training and written theory assignments.
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MUS 107 - Music Theory II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
As a sequel to Music Theory I, this course will examine music theory in greater complexity and will emphasize the harmonic aspects of music. Activities will include ear training, sight singing, keyboard skills and written theory assignments.
Prerequisite: MUS 106
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MUS 143 - Concert Choir Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Concert choir is open to all students; however, it is expected that those who register for this course will be able to learn the choral part to which they are assigned and to sing it correctly when singing with the whole choir. At the start of the student’s first enrollment in this course, he/she must sing alone during an interview with the conductor. The goals of the interview are: 1. to start becoming acquainted; 2. to allow the conductor to hear the student’s voice; 3. to allow the student and conductor to agree on the voice part to which the student will be assigned. The choir sings a wide variety of choral literature, chosen to expand the student’s choral music background. Performances serve as the midterm and final exams. Registration in Concert Choir may be repeated indefinitely, but only the most recent 12 credits apply toward a DMACC degree.
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MUS 202 - World Music Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course is a survey of musical styles from countries whose music is primarily based on concepts that are not part of the Western culture music tradition. The list of cultures whose music will be studied includes, but is not limited to, African, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, cultures from the Near East, and indigenous cultures from the Americas.
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MUS 204 - History of Rock and Roll Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
“A study of Rock and Roll from the mid 1950s to the present. Designed to create critical listeners of popular culture music through analysis of song forms, rock band instrumentation, and the political, cultural, and social significance of song lyrics.”
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MUS 205 - Jazz History and Appreciation Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course is a survey of the development of American jazz from the late 19th century to the present, with emphasis on its ethnic origins, cities where jazz developed, styles that evolved and the influential composers and performers who created the various jazz styles.
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MUS 275 - Chamber Ensemble Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This choral ensemble is open by audition to all DMACC students. Students who want to sing in this ensemble must arrange an audition time with the choral conductor at the start of the semester. Registration in Chamber Ensemble may be repeated indefinitely, but only the most recent 12 credits apply toward a DMACC degree. The Chamber Ensemble performs a variety of choral music, which is generally more difficult than the music performed by the Concert Choir. Prior choral performance experience is recommended, but not required for participation. Singers are required to sing in two performances per semester, which serve as the midterm and final exams.
Prerequisite: Audition with the conductor
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Computer Networking |
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NET 123 - Computer Hardware Basics Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course follows the recommendations of CompTIA on the subject and materials to assist the student in learning about computer hardware and functions needed to pass the A Plus exam. A detailed study and hands-on lab component give the student the opportunity to install and troubleshoot computer hardware. It is recommended that the student have a basic understanding of computers, their use and operation.
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NET 126 - Networking Tech-Mainframe Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
To provide a technical level of understanding in the areas of mainframe networking connectivity, data communication concepts and protocol communication concepts.
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NET 139 - Microsoft Desktop Operate Sys Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the current Microsoft curriculum for the Microsoft Windows desktop operating system. For detailed information, contact the Advanced Technology Center or www.dmacc.edu (ITNA program).
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NET 144 - Digital & Computer Electronics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
In the context of today’s computer technology, this class studies digital electronic circuits, concentrating on gates, counters, registers and memory. Also included is the study of data communications by bus structure, parallel and serial ports and microprocessors.
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NET 145 - Digital & Computer Elect. Lab Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
In the context of today’s computer technology, this class continues the study of digital electronic circuits, concentrating on gates, counters, registers and memory through hands-on lab experiments. Also included are lab tasks involving data communications by bus structure, parallel and serial ports and microprocessors.
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NET 147 - Networking Technologies Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Provide a technical level of understanding in the areas of networking connectivity, data communication concepts and protocol communication concepts.
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NET 163 - Installing & Configuring Windows Server Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course collectively covers implementing, managing, maintaining and provisioning services and infrastructure in a Windows Server environment. Although there is some crossover of skills and tasks across these courses, this course focuses on the initial implementation and configuration of core services, such as Networking, Storage, Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Group Policy, PowerShell scripting, File and Print Services, and Hyper-V. This course covers objectives for the Microsoft Certification Exam.
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NET 166 - Applied Computer Security Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Basic concepts of practical computer and internet security: passwords, firewalls, antivirus software, malware, social networking, surfing the internet, phishing and wireless networks. This class is intended for students with little or no background in information technology or security. Basic knowledge of word processing required.
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NET 168 - Administering Windows Server Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course focuses on implementing, managing, maintaining, and provisioning services and infrastructure in a Windows Server environment. This course will include the administration tasks necessary to maintain a Windows Server infrastructure such as configuring and troubleshooting name resolution, user and group management with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) and Group Policy, implementing Remote Access solutions such as DirectAccess, VPNs and Web Application Proxy, implementing Network Policies and Network Access Protection, PowerShell scripting, Data Security, deployment and maintenance of server images, as well as update management and monitoring of Windows Server environments. It covers the current objectives for the Microsoft Certification Exam.
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NET 173 - Configuring Advanced Windows Server Services Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Covers implementing, managing, maintaining and provisioning services and infrastructure in a Windows Server environment. This course focuses on advanced configuration of services necessary to deploy, manage and maintain a Windows Server infrastructure, such as advanced networking services, Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS), Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS), PowerShell scripting, Network Load Balancing, Failover Clustering, business continuity and disaster recovery services as well as access and information provisioning and protection technologies such as Dynamic Access Control (DAC), and Web Application Proxy integration with AD FS and Workplace Join. This course covers the current objectives for the Microsoft Certification Exam.
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NET 201 - Web Concepts for Network Administrators Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to teach students how to install, configure and maintain a Web Server with an emphasis on web page creation and website authoring. Students will learn to use state-of-the-art technology and software in this course. Students are introduced to relational databases and how to use SQL to access them. Students will learn to install a Web Server, a Relational Database, and create dynamic web content containing text, graphics, hyperlinks, tables, forms and frames.
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NET 202 - Programming for Network Administrators Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Basic programming techniques using the Python programming language to automate system administration tasks. Students will design, code, and test Python applications.
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NET 213 - Cisco Networking Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides the student with a technical level of understanding in the areas of PC and mainframe networking connectivity, data communications and protocol communication.
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NET 225 - Routing & Switching Essentials Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANS, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
Prerequisite: NET 213
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NET 226 - Scaling Networks Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a larger and more complex network. Students learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OPSF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Students will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement DHCP and DNS operations in a network.
Prerequisite: NET 225
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NET 227 - Connecting Networks Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network. The course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Students learn how to configure and troubleshoot network devices and resolve common issues with data link protocols. Students will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement IPSec and virtual private network operations in a complex network.
Prerequisite: NET 226
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NET 315 - Cloud Systems Administration Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides exposure to cloud terminologies/methodologies, and hands-on experience implementing cloud technologies and infrastructures. Additionally, aspects of IT security and industry best practices related to cloud implementations and the application of virtualization are explored. This course is intended to aid student preparation for CompTIA’s Cloud+ certification.
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NET 350 - Cisco Security Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The Cisco Networking Security course provides a next step for individuals who want to enhance their CCENT-level skill set and help meet the growing demand for network security professionals. The curriculum provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices.
Prerequisite: NET 225
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NET 402 - Linux Network Administration Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This is the first in a series of ITNA Linux courses. This course covers the basic installation and administration of Linux operating system. For more information, contact the program chairperson of the ITNA Department.
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NET 412 - Linux System Administration Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This is the second in a series of ITNA Linux courses. This course covers administration of the Linux operating system. For further information, contact the program chairperson of the ITNA Department.
Prerequisite: NET 402 or instructor permission
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NET 432 - Linux System Security Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This is the first in a series of ITNA Security courses. This course details how to protect your network from malicious users and how to choose and configure a Firewall for Microsoft Windows, Novell, Linux and Cisco. For further information, contact the program chairperson of the ITNA Department.
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NET 434 - Linux Systems & Certification Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides the student with a thorough study into various Linux/Unix systems available, the advantages and disadvantages, installation techniques and management functions. A significant amount of time will be spent loading, operating and contrasting the various operating systems.
Prerequisite: NET 402 , NET 412 , NET 432
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NET 435 - Linux Programming for Admin Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course includes the study of creating and installing bash and Perl scripts as well as a detailed study of their uses and power controlling a Linux or UNIX environment. The student will also create, compile and link C code and explore the UNIX/Linux kernel.
Prerequisite: NET 402 or instructor approval
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NET 436 - Linux Network Programming Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The purpose of this class is to familiarize the student with the functions and program skills to successfully support Linux in a network environment. The course will include a major project of programming and installing a successful Linux network service.
Prerequisite: NET 435
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NET 484 - Netplus Certification Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is a comprehensive study for learning, mastering and practicing the concepts required to pass the CompTIA Net+ Certification Exam. The student will have a significant amount of reading and studying as well as skill-building lab time. This course is intended for the student seeking certification.
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NET 488 - Netware 4.x Administration Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Course covers the knowledge and skills needed to perform Netware 4.x network administration or system management tasks effectively.
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NET 515 - Linux Enterprise Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course teaches system administrators how to implement a cloud-computing environment using the OpenStack Platform, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.
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NET 532 - Linux Enterprise Admin. II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Provides advanced administration skills to design, configure and administer a complex NetWare 5 network.
Prerequisite: NET 213
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NET 612 - Fund of Network Security Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The course prepares students to recognize the threats and vulnerabilities present in existing information systems and to learn to design and develop the secure systems needed in the near future. It also prepares students for the role of decision-maker in the area of information security. Topics include legal and ethical issues, security technologies risk management, network and system security, cryptography and information security maintenance.
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NET 653 - Microsoft Exchange Server Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the current Microsoft Curriculum in the Microsoft Exchange Server Series.
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NET 711 - SQL Database Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the current curriculum for implementing a database in Microsoft SQL Server. For more information, contact the chairperson of the ITNA program.
Prerequisite: NET 333, NET 664, NET 343
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NET 715 - Database Security & Auditing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is intended for students preparing for careers as developers, systems analysts, business analysts, database administrators or system development managers working with database applications. Students learn to implement database security and auditing in order to protect data.
Prerequisite: CIS 303
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NET 730 - Computer Forensics & Inv. Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introductory course intended for system administrators providing training in detecting and analyzing data stored or often hidden on computer systems. The course prepares students to use computer forensics tools to uncover violations of company policy, embezzlement, email harassment, leaks of proprietary information, and criminal activity.
Prerequisite: NET 612
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NET 932 - Internship Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 12
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A semistructured experience in the student’s chosen field of information technology working as an intern with a sponsoring organization. The student has the opportunity to network with professionals and employers in his or her field. The student will write a resumé suitable for employment applications.
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Optometric/Ophthalmic Assistant |
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OPT 110 - Ophthalmic Pretesting Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the relationships between optometry, ophthalmology and opticianry and various paraprofessional careers in vision care. The course involves the study of and practical experience in patient pretesting, i.e., case history, visual acuity, color vision, pupil evaluation, depth perception, and the specialized testing procedures of keratometry and blood pressure measurement.
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OPT 112 - Ophthalmic Specialty Testing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides the student experience and knowledge in the areas of special vision care procedures: subjective refraction, tonometry (noncontact and Goldmann), visual field testing, slit lamp, basic concepts of orthoptics, and the treatment of eye diseases. This course also prepares the technician to assist the doctor in advanced office techniques in the area of ultrasound and in-office surgical procedures. Also covered are medications commonly prescribed for systemic conditions. Patient instruction and assistance are emphasized in laboratory sessions.
Prerequisite: OPT 110 , OPT 120 , OPT 123
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OPT 120 - Basic Optical Concepts/Optics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers the properties of light and the function of a lens in vision correction. This course begins the study of the neutralization and verification of spectacle lens powers, to include spherical, cylindrical and prism lenses.
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OPT 123 - Ocular Anatomy and Physiology Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is intended to familiarize the technician with the form and function of the human eye. The foundation of the lecture material is the anatomy of the eye, but we will discuss the physiology and function of the eye as much as possible. We will also discuss the actions and uses of diagnostic pharmaceutical agents, as their function is based on interference with normal ocular physiology. This course also covers optometric terminology.
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OPT 130 - Ophthalmic Dispensing I Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers frame definition, parts and types of frames, measurement of frames and lenses, alignment of frames, inserting and removing lenses, and an introduction to dispensing of eyewear and frame repairs.
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OPT 132 - Ophthalmic Dispensing II Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course assists the student in developing a mastery of the alignment, adjustment of eyewear and lensometry. It also covers the various lens materials, multifocal styles and lens tints. This class also addresses general office procedures, maintaining patient records and learning about third party billing.
Prerequisite: OPT 130 , OPT 120
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OPT 140 - Contact Lenses Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course gives the student in-depth exposure to the technical aspects of a clinical contact lens practice. Lecture and laboratory experiences emphasize lens verification, patient education and evaluation.
Prerequisite: OPT 120 , OPT 110 , OPT 123
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OPT 803 - Preclinical Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 3
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course prepares the student for clinical affiliation by having them complete vision screenings on patients. Discussions are held analyzing the results of the screening as well as the student’s performance. Also included in this course will be an introduction to office management techniques including appointment setting and triage, HIPAA, and insurance claim processing.
Prerequisite: OPT 110 , OPT 120
Corequisite: OPT 112
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OPT 818 - Clinical Externship Credits: 8
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 32
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students participate 40 hours per week for 12 weeks of assigned clinical experience in clinical settings. The student is expected to achieve specific educational objectives determined for this experience.
Prerequisite: Completion of all program courses as prescribed while maintaining a 2.0 grade-point average
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Physical Education Activities |
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PEA 102 - Aerobic Fitness I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Introduces aerobic concept of physical fitness. Includes aerobic activities, aerobic exercising and aerobic dance. Course designed for men and women.
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PEA 110 - Badminton I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Introduction to basic skills (serve, clear, drop, drive and smash) and basic knowledge of game play.
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PEA 117 - Bowling I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Beginning skills only.
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PEA 134 - Golf I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Beginning skills only.
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PEA 144 - Physical Fitness and Condition Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Development of personal fitness using a variety of conditioning and exercise techniques, including weight training, aerobics and aquatic fitness. Instruction on acute and chronic responses to exercise, and the role of exercise in health promotion and weight management.
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PEA 146 - Physical Fitness I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Various exercises and activities to improve physical fitness.
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PEA 164 - Swimming I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Recreational swimming at Heartland Health Center. Some swimming experience expected.
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PEA 174 - Tennis I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Introduction to basic skills (forehand, backhand, service, and volley) and basic knowledge of game play.
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PEA 176 - Volleyball I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Beginning skills only.
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PEA 184 - Water Safety Inst/Lifeguard Tr Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Provides the student with the practical, cognitive, behavioral and decision-making skills needed for lifeguarding and the necessary skills to conduct/ instruct all levels of Red Cross swimming and water safety lesson programs. Upon satisfactory completion, student will receive Red Cross Certification in Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor.
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PEA 187 - Weight Training I Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Introduction to basics of weight training. Emphasizes increasing physical capacity, i.e., increased muscular strength and power.
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PEA 234 - Golf II Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Expansion of basic golf skills.
Prerequisite: PEA 134 or equivalent skill
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PEA 248 - Adv. Strength & Conditioning Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course is designed to teach students advanced strength and conditioning techniques. The course will use basic principles from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. The main emphasis will be on assessment and development of training programs.
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PEA 284 - Advanced Lifesaving Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Purpose is to provide the student with the skills/ techniques to successfully rescue a person in need. Focus on water safety, personal and self rescue, swimming rescues, and artificial resuscitation. Upon satisfactory completion, the student will receive Red Cross Certification.
Required: Students must pass a swim test.
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Coaching Officiating |
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PEC 110 - Coaching Ethics, Tech & Theory Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Course covers techniques and theory of coaching, sports physiology, preparation for competition and issues in coaching.
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PEC 122 - Intro Anat & Phys for Coaching Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is an introduction to basic anatomy and physiology. It provides a working framework for the potential coach to learn how to design and implement effective training programs for athletes on the basis of sport anatomy and physiology. It includes basic terms, energy system analysis, muscular fitness assessment and development of actual program design.
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PEC 170 - Sports Officiating: Basketball Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course emphasizes guiding principles and standards, rules, mechanics and procedures for officiating basketball.
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PEC 173 - Officiating:Softball/Baseball Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course teaches methods, material and techniques of officiating softball and baseball as a team sport including
rules of the game and court mechanics. This course provides opportunity to become a licensed official in Iowa for this
sport.
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PEC 177 - Sports Officiating: Football Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course emphasizes guiding principles and standards, rules, mechanics and procedures for officiating football.
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PEC 190 - Sports Psychology for Coaches Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is an introduction course to basic sports psychology. This course will aid athletes, coaches and active individuals by providing goal-setting, motivation, stress management and self-confidence techniques.
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PEC 191 - Current Issues in Coaching Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course will examine current issues facing our coaches. The class will look at case studies, news media and real-life scenarios in our state.
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PEC 215 - Sport Mechanics for Coaches Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course creates an understanding of the fundamentals of sport mechanics to help potential coaches better observe, analyze and correct sport technique for increased and safer performance. Students will learn the natural forces, concepts and theories that serve as the basis for biomechanics. Knowledge gained from the course will be applied to observe athletes performing skills and make corrections accordingly.
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Physical Education & Health-General |
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PEH 102 - Health Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Physical, emotional and social factors as they relate to our state of personal health. To better understand and aid in the alleviation of communicable and chronic diseases, drug use and environmental problems.
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PEH 110 - Personal Wellness Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will aid in the enhancement of knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to promote positive lifelong wellness decisions. Students will look at the physical, social, intellectual, emotional, occupational and spiritual components of wellness.
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PEH 120 - Principles Personal Training I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Entry-level course designed to introduce the field of personal training. Basic exercise assessment and prescription concepts will be used to discuss and demonstrate safe and appropriate fitness programs with an emphasis on preparing students for taking a nationally recognized certification exam.
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PEH 141 - First Aid Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Discussion and application of the basic techniques in administering first aid will be covered in this course. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation will be covered and other emergency situations will be discussed. Red Cross certification will be awarded to those who qualify.
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PEH 162 - Intro to Physical Education Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
History of physical education. Careers and professional leadership in physical education with emphasis on teaching. Examines the four areas of most vital concern to the physical educator: recreation and leisure, sports, curriculum, and research and evaluation.
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PEH 178 - Sports Diversity Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course examines diversity in sports and in sports organizations: how individuals differ, how differences influence organizations, how to manage diversity in the workplace, how to understand legal issues and manage diversity training.
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PEH 190 - Sports Nutrition Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Basic principles of human nutrition and nutritional needs for athletes and/or physically active populations. Issues discussed include ergogenic aids, carbohydrate loading/manipulation, eating disorders, protein supplements and hydration. Practical application will include dietary analysis and composition for people in various activities and conditions.
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PEH 255 - Principles-Sports Management Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The foundation and principles of sports management. Theory, ethics and practice of management are discussed in relation to the fitness and sport industries.
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PEH 262 - Wellness Prog/Planning/Organiz Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with wellness programs in the workplace. Emphasis will be on program design, health assessment, corporate management issues and promotion.
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PEH 265 - Leadership Tech Fitness Prog Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Development of exercise leadership skills for a variety of activities. Includes planning and promotion as well as teaching techniques for developing fitness in others using a variety of exercise modalities. Aerobics, weight training and aquatic fitness are included.
Prerequisite: PEA 144
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PEH 920 - Field Experience Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 8
Course Type: Open
Supervised experience in fitness or sports management agency. The student will be able to apply their own knowledge and skills in a professional setting.
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Physical Education Training |
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PET 110 - Intro to Athletic Training Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Entry-level course designed to introduce the potential coach or athletic trainer to the field of athletic training. Basic care and prevention of athletic injuries will be dealt with in order to equip the coach or trainer with the knowledge to make intelligent decisions regarding common athletic injuries.
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PEV 115 - Varsity Baseball Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Provides experience and instruction in men’s baseball. Course is designed for the varsity athlete in terms of conditioning, practice, game preparation and weight training. Limit 1 credit per year with a maximum of 2 credits total. Credit for a sport course may not be applied toward graduation if credit is also received for any skill technique course in the same sport.
Prerequisite: Permission of the head coach
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PEV 121 - Varsity Basketball, Men Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Provides experience and instruction in men’s basketball. Course is designed for the varsity athlete in terms of conditioning, practice, game preparation and weight training. Limit 1 credit per year with a maximum of 2 credits total. Credit for a sport course may not be applied toward graduation if credit is also received for any skill technique course in the same sport.
Prerequisite: Permission of the head coach
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PEV 122 - Varsity Basketball, Women Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Provides experience and instruction in women’s basketball. Course is designed for the varsity athlete in terms of conditioning, practice, game preparation and weight training. Limit 1 credit per year with a maximum of 2 credits total. Credit for a sport course may not be applied toward graduation if credit is also received for any skill technique course in the same sport.
Prerequisite: Permission of the head coach
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PEV 130 - Varsity Cross Country Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Provides experience and instruction in cross country. Course is designed for the varsity athlete in terms of conditioning, practice, game preparation and weight training. Limit 1 credit per year, with a maximum of 2 credits total. Credit for a sport course may not be applied toward graduation if credit is also received for any skill technique course in the same sport.
Prerequisite: Permission of the head coach.
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