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ELT 791 - Hydraulics & Pneumatics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The basic principles of fluid power and the operation and application of fluid power components are introduced. In the lab we will evaluate valves along with linear and rotary actuators. In addition, pneumatic position control servomechanisms are evaluated.
Corequisite: ELT 792
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ELT 792 - Hydraulics & Pneumatics Lab Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The basic principles of fluid power and the operation and application of fluid power components are introduced. In the lab we will evaluate valves along with linear and rotary actuators.
Corequisite: ELT 791
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ELT 793 - Advanced Fluid Power Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An advanced course that includes demonstrations of pressure-compensated pumps and valves. Electronic controls and monitoring of hydraulic systems, evaluating various fluids for hydraulic systems, describing and observing the operation of fluid power in various industrial/mobile situations will be covered.
Prerequisite: ELT 791 , ELT 792
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ELT 816 - Systems Troubleshooting Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A study of electronic systems troubleshooting theory, methods and techniques.
Prerequisite: ELT 474 , ELT 475
Corequisite: ELT 817
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ELT 817 - Systems Troubleshooting Lab Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing a variety of electronic equipment, including copiers, security monitors and cameras, radio, television and satellite systems.
Prerequisite: ELT 474 , ELT 475
Corequisite: ELT 816
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ELT 870 - Electronics Capstone Project Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides hands-on experience in a significant design project involving technological competence, open-ended problem-solving, teamwork, and both written and oral communication skills.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
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ELT 932 - Internship Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 12
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A semi-structured experience in the student’s chosen field working as an intern with a sponsoring organization. Students have the opportunity to network with professionals and employees in their field. Students will write a resume suitable for employment applications.
(This course is Pass/Fail).
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
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Emergency Medical Service |
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EMS 105 - IA Law Enforcement Emerg Care Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Designed to help Iowa Law Enforcement personnel gain the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to be a competent, productive and valuable member of the Emergency Medical Services team.
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EMS 217 - Emergency Medical Technician Credits: 6
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 4
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to educate students on how to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and noncritical patients who access the emergency medical system. EMTs possess the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. These skills include but are not limited to airway management, bleeding control, cervical spine stabilization, vehicle extrication techniques and vital sign assessment. EMT’s function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight, and perform interventions with basic-level emergency equipment. This course is the required entry-level EMS certification course designed to prepare students for advanced-level EMS courses.
Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED, American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Card or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR Card, 17 years of age
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EMS 460 - Role of the Paramedic Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The course covers Module I of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics and prepares students for their roles and responsibilities. The lab component includes review of EMT-Basic skills using skills checklists.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Paramedic Specialist program
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EMS 463 - Medical/Legal/Ethical Issues Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The course covers Module I of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics and prepares students for their roles and responsibilities. Areas of medical, legal and ethical issues are covered, as well as promotion of injury prevention and how it pertains to the paramedic. The lab component includes review of the EMT-Basic skills using skills checklists.
Prerequisite: EMS 460
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EMS 467 - Prin of Pathophysiology I Credits: 7
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The course covers Module II of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics and prepares the students for their roles and responsibilities. General principles of anatomy and physiology, as well as pathophysiology, will be provided in a classroom setting. Human life span development and the role of Public Health in EMS will also be reviewed and discussed.
Prerequisite: EMS 463
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EMS 468 - Prin of Pathophysiology II Credits: 7
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The course covers Module II of the DOT National Standards Curriculum for EMT Paramedics and prepares students for their roles and responsibilities. General principles of pharmacology and medication administration will be provided in a classroom setting. Advanced airway management and IV therapy provide for physical and field assessment, clinical decision-making, documentation, and the assessment and management of emergencies seen by the EMS provider.
Prerequisite: EMS 467
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EMS 470 - Patient Assessment Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers Module III of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics. This course includes history-taking, techniques of physical examination, patient assessment and clinical decision-making. Students will learn to follow an accepted format for dissemination of patient information in verbal form, either in person or over the radio. Documentation of the essential elements of patient assessment, care and transport is covered. The lab component includes skills in history-taking, techniques of physical examination, patient assessment, clinical decision-making and communication.
Prerequisite: EMS 468
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EMS 473 - Medical Emergencies Credits: 7
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 7
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers Module IV of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics. Content includes the skills and knowledge necessary to assess and manage medical emergencies specifically for pulmonary, cardiac and neurological emergencies. This course includes techniques of physical examination on the medical patient, patient assessment and clinical decision-making. Documentation of the essential elements of patient assessment for the medical patient, care and transport is covered. The lab component includes skills in history-taking, techniques of physical examination, patient assessment, clinical decision-making and communication.
Prerequisite: EMS 470
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EMS 476 - Trauma Credits: 7
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 7
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers Module IV of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics. Students will predict the likelihood of injuries to the trauma patient based on mechanism of injury. Skills and management of soft tissue and burn injuries, as well as head, neck, chest and abdominal injuries, are included. The lab component includes assessment and management of the patient with shock, hemorrhage, and spinal cord and musculoskeletal injury using the Paramedic skills checklist.
Prerequisite: EMS 473
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EMS 480 - Special Considerations Credits: 6
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 23
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers Modules V & VI of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics. Assessment and management of specific age groups-including neonatal, pediatric and gerontologic patients-is identified. Chronically ill patients-those who have been victims of abuse and culturally diverse patients-are addressed. The lab component will be the assessment and management of special situations, including resuscitation of infants and children. Students will assume the role of team leader while managing common medical emergencies. Paramedic skills checklists will be used to assist in completion of the course.
Prerequisite: EMS 476
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EMS 483 - Operations Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 15
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course covers Modules VII and VIII of the DOT National Standard Curriculum for EMT Paramedics. Guidelines for safe medical transport, general incident management, rescue and crime scene management will be covered. The lab component will include the principles of triage, rescue operations and hazardous materials incidents. Paramedic skills checklists will be used to assist in completion of the course.
Prerequisite: EMS 480
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ENG 060 - College Preparatory Writing I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep
Introduces students to writing at the basic sentence and paragraph levels, including grammar, punctuation, spelling and editing techniques. Students then compose 3-4 essays. Preparation for ENG 061 and ENG 105
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ENG 061 - College Preparatory Writing II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep
The purpose of this course is to increase students’ confidence in their writing abilities by practicing writing as a process requiring multiple drafts while learning to develop, organize, support, and revise drafts. Students will write a variety of typed assignments while practicing correct grammar, punctuation, analysis, drafting and presentation. Throughout the semester, students will produce 12-16 typed pages (4-6 essays) Academic integrity is expected in all work.
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ENG 104 - Resources for Composition Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course provides a college-credit composition environment that stresses the resources and reinforces the skills necessary for negotiating college writing.
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ENG 105 - Composition I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Composition I introduces students to the college-level writing process through the construction and revision of a series of expository and persuasive essays. Students may also produce other writing appropriate to the academic and working world. Through exposure to a variety of college-level readings, the students will build critical reading skills, and students will be expected to respond to assigned readings in a variety of ways. The course introduces library and computer-based research strategies. Students will write and revise at least 4 essays and produce a minimum of 20 pages.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory writing skills
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ENG 106 - Composition II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Composition II is a continuation of Composition I. Students will analyze, synthesize, and evaluate texts. Effective
academic research is also emphasized. Assignments may include expository and persuasive writing appropriate to
academic and professional contexts. Students will write and revise three or more essays, including a research-based
argument, and produce a minimum of 20 pages of prose. Academic integrity is a key expectation of this course.
Prerequisite: ENG 105
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ENG 108 - Comp II: Technical Writing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A study of technical/business communication with emphasis on writing in the workplace. Course material includes written and oral communication to a variety of audiences in different situations. There will be special focus on individual career goals.
Prerequisite: ENG 105
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ENG 221 - Creative Writing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An introduction to the techniques of writing poetry and fiction. Students will read the works of professional writers and apply the principles of imaginative writing to their own work.
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ENG 225 - Creative Writing: Poetry Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A course devoted to the advanced study and writing of poetry, emphasizing the development of poetic techniques and an expanded understanding of contemporary poets and their work.
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ENG 230 - Creative Writing: Fiction Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A course devoted to the advanced study and writing of fiction, emphasizing the development of narrative techniques and an expanded understanding of contemporary fiction writers and their work.
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ENG 235 - Playwriting and Screenwriting Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A course devoted to the advanced study and writing of stage-worthy plays and/or marketable screenplays emphasizing appropriate techniques of each dramatic form and an expanded understanding of contemporary practitioners.
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Environmental Science |
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ENV 103 - Sustainable Living Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This class provides an up-close-and-personal look at the sustainability movement. Develop an understanding of the environment you live in. Learn more about the role you can play in creating a sustainable lifestyle for yourself and your family at home, work and school.
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ENV 115 - Environmental Science Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course combines the basic principles of environmental science with ecology. Issues examined include environmental policy, sustainability, and biodiversity. Energy conservation, water resources, agriculture, climate change, and waste management are also emphasized.
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ENV 116 - Environmental Science Lab Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This lab supplements discussion in ENV 115 Environmental Science. Lab includes laboratory and field work related to environmental science. Emphasis is placed on scientific methodology and investigation.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in or prior completion of ENV 115 or equivalent
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ENV 145 - Conservation Biology Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course presents a broad overview of the patterns and processes influencing biodiversity on multiple scales, as well as practical approaches to resource management. We will examine issues causing loss of biodiversity, reserve design and management, ecological and population monitoring techniques and conservation approaches on varying levels.
Prerequisite: ENV 115 , ENV 116
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ENV 160 - Restoring Plant Communities Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Introduction to the restoration of native plant communities in Iowa. Identification of common native prairie, savanna, forest and wetland communities, common plants and animals. Identification of invasive plants. Field techniques for reestablishment and maintenance of native plant communities. Supervised field work at actual restoration sites.
Prerequisite: ENV 115 , ENV 116 , ENV 138 or instructor permission
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ESL 093 - High Inter ESL Listening/Conv Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep
For intermediate-level students to improve the accuracy of their pronunciation and to develop the listening and speaking skills needed to communicate in diverse settings. Classroom activities are supplemented by individualized listening and pronunciation exercises. College preparatory courses cannot be used to fulfill degree requirements.
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ESL 094 - Adv ESL Listen/Convers Skills Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep
For advanced students to develop fluency in English and to improve the listening and conversation skills needed for careers and academic study. Classroom activities are supplemented by individualized listening and pronunciation exercises.
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ESL 095 - Communicative Grammar for ESL Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep
This course provides non-native speakers of English with intensive practices in advanced English grammar.
Prerequisite: Minimum scores on the TOEFL or Michigan Test
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ESL 096 - Read English as a 2nd Language Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep
This course is designed for nonnative speakers of English. Reading comprehension skills are developed through vocabulary work, guided reading activities and discussion. Reading material is intellectually stimulating but not beyond the student’s level of comprehension. Cannot be used to fulfill degree requirements.
Prerequisite: Minimum scores on the TOEFL or Michigan Test
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ESL 97 - Intro to Writing Skills-ESL Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep
This course introduces students to the mechanics of paragraph writing. It teaches rhetoric and sentence structure, using a step-by-step approach, high-interest model and varied practices. Students are guided through the writing process to produce well organized and adequately developed paragraphs and essays.
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ESL 103 - Advanced Academic ESL Grammar Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This is an advanced-level academic English grammar course for students whose first language is not English. This course emphasizes the usage of systematic functional grammar through the practice of studying the complex grammatical structures used in authentic academic settings integrated with writing skills. This course addresses the linguistic and instructional needs of nonnative English-speaking students. It may be taken concurrently with carefully selected college courses.
Prerequisite: 84 or above on ESL Test in COMPASS- Grammar Usage
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ESL 104 - Advanced Academic ESL Writing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course develops academic writing skills for students whose first language is not English. The course emphasizes familiarizing students with writing academic essays. This course addresses the linguistic and instructional needs of nonnative English-speaking students. It focuses on essay expansion and modification, the writing process and developing research skills. It may be taken concurrently with carefully selected college courses.
Prerequisite: 84 or above on ESL Test in COMPASS- Grammar Usage
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ESL 107 - Advanced Academic ESL Reading Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course addresses academic needs of advanced non-native English language students by exposing them to engaging traditional and multicultural literary works to further immerse them in a scholarly environment. Through appreciation and interpretation of a culturally diverse range of fiction, poetry, and drama students relate their immigrant experiences to the literary world while working at an advanced level of academic English. Prerequisite: 84 or above on Reading ESL COMPASS test.
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval or a score of 84 or above on the Reading ESL COMPASS test.
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Finance |
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FIN 101 - Principles of Banking Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course surveys banking functions. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the diversified services offered by the banking industry today.
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FIN 121 - Personal Finance Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course emphasizes family financial planning including financial statements, budgeting, taxes, risk management and retirement.
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FIN 180 - Introduction to Investments Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Provides basic information to familiarize students with various investments: securities, options, commodities, tax shelters and other investment alternatives. Topics include analyzing investment opportunities, review of risks and returns, averages and indexes, and analyzing securities.
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FIN 214 - Stocks, Bonds and Investments Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course explores personal investment in financial assets. Investing in stocks, bonds and mutual funds is the focus of investigation. Concepts, techniques and strategies related to realizing financial goals with these types of assets are considered.
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FIR 111 - Principles Emergency Services Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is a survey of the basic principles of firefighting as they relate to Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Especially emphasized are the basic skills needed to become accredited as a Fire Fighter I based on the National Fire Protection Association Standard NFPA 1001.
Corequisite: EMS 217 and FIR 127 .
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FIR 112 - Principles Emergency Services II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is a survey of the basic principles of firefighting as they relate to Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Especially emphasized are the basic skills needed to become accredited as a Fire Fighter I and II based on the National Fire Protection Association Standard NFPA 1001.
Prerequisite: FIR 111 and FIR 127 with a grade C or above and EMS 217 .
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FIR 124 - Building Construction Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations and operating at emergencies.
Prerequisite: FIR 111
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FIR 127 - Fire Behavior and Combustion Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: -
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread and are controlled.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: EMS 217
Corequisite: FIR 111
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FIR 138 - Principles of Fire Prevention Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is a survey of the principles of fire prevention. Students will learn to interpret and apply complex fire prevention regulations. Course covers traditional regulatory aspects and functions associated with fire prevention, the fire code process, plan review, inspections and fire protection systems testing. The investigation process from the fire scene to the courtroom and state and federal agencies involved in fire investigation is also covered. Other topics are the importance of fire prevention records and recordkeeping, personnel and financial management.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: FIR 127 , FIR 111
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FIR 145 - Strategy and Tactics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides principles of fire ground control through the utilization of personnel, equipment and extinguishing agents.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: FIR 111
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FIR 152 - Fire Protection Systems Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An examination of devices and systems that support the fire service in the detection and suppression of fire.
Prerequisite: FIR 127 ,FIR 111
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FIR 158 - Fire Officer I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to meet NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualities , for Fire Officer I. Throughout this course, students will participate in various classroom activities and exercises designed to reinforce the lectures. Topics will include the company officer’s role, effective communications, management of resources, leadership, personnel safety, fire prevention, and investigation and planning. Students will be required to complete a class project that will be due within 2 months after conclusion of the course.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: FIR 335
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FIR 160 - Fire Inspector I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of fire prevention and fire inspection efforts. Students will develop a basic understanding of fire prevention; administration of codes and standards; impact of fire behavior on buildings; building construction; fire detection and protection systems; identification and correct of hazards; and field
inspections.
Prerequisite: FIR 124 , FIR 127 , FIR 138 and FIR 152 .
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FIR 235 - Fire Investigation I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is intended to provide the student with fundamental and technical knowledge needed for proper fire science interpretations, including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of fire setter and types of fire causes.
Prerequisite: FIR 112 , FIR 127
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: FIR 124
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FIR 335 - Fire Instructor I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will focus on the presentation skills that new instructors need to deliver prepared lesson plans. Topics will include preparing to teach, developing presentation skills, using audiovisual equipment, and identifying lesson objectives, questions, tests, and evaluation instruments. Students will make three presentations during the course. This course follows the guidelines set out by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1041. Students will need to obtain a score of 70% or greater on the course final and final presentation for successful completion. Students will be able to take the State of Iowa Fire Instructor I certification exam after successful completion of the class.
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FIR 400 - Emergency Safety & Survival Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services.
Prerequisite: FIR 111
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Arabic-Foreign Language |
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FLA 141 - Elementary Arabic I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course is an introduction to learning the Arabic language, with emphasis on acquiring basic skills in reading, writing and conversational communications. Thus, recognizing the Arabic alphabet will be strongly dealt with during the class as a basis for future Arabic classes.
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FLA 142 - Elementary Arabic II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continue to acquire an elementary level of Arabic language skills of reading, writing, grammar and conversational communications. Reading and conversation will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: FLA 141 or permission of instructor
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FLA 241 - Intermediate Arabic I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continue to acquire a higher level of Arabic language skills of reading, writing, grammar and conversational communications. Writing, grammar and conversation will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: FLA 142 or permission of instructor
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FLA 242 - Intermediate Arabic II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continue to acquire a higher level of Arabic language skills of reading, writing, grammar and conversational communications. Writing, grammar and conversation will be emphasized within cultural context.
Prerequisite: FLA 241 or permission of instructor
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Chinese-Foreign Language |
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FLC 141 - Elementary Chinese I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Development of the basic skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing Chinese. Grammar analysis, classroom conversational practice and some exploration of the Chinese culture.
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FLC 142 - Elementary Chinese II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued practice of the four basic skills and grammar analysis. Introduction of short prose selections with conversational emphasis.
Prerequisite: FLC 141 or instructor permission
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FLC 241 - Intermediate Chinese I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Review of essential grammatical construction emphasizing major areas of difficulty for English speakers. Use of Chinese cultural and literary materials to develop conversational skills.
Prerequisite: FLC 142 or instructor permission
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FLC 242 - Intermediate Chinese II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued review of grammatical constructions using Chinese cultural materials. Reading, writing and conversation will be emphasized in the context of cultural issues and current events.
Prerequisite: FLC 241 or instructor permission
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French-Foreign Language |
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FLF 151 - Elementary French I Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
An introduction to the basic skills in understanding, speaking, reading and writing French. Grammar analysis, classroom conversational practice and some exploration of French culture.
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FLF 152 - Elementary French II Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued practice of the four basic skills and grammar analysis. Introduction of short prose selections with conversational emphasis.
Prerequisite: FLF 151 or instructor permission
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FLF 241 - Intermediate French I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Review of essential grammatical constructions emphasizing major areas of difficulty for English speakers. Use of cultural and literary materials to develop conversational skills.
Prerequisite: FLF 152 or permission of instructor
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FLF 242 - Intermediate French II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued review of grammatical constructions using cultural materials. Reading, writing and conversation will be emphasized in the context of cultural issues and current events.
Prerequisite: FLF 242 or permission of instructor
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German-Foreign Language |
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FLG 141 - Elementary German I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Development of the basic skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing German. Grammar analysis, classroom conversational practice and some exploration of the German culture.
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FLG 142 - Elementary German II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued practice of the four basic skills and grammar analysis. Introduction of short prose selections with conversational emphasis.
Prerequisite: FLG 141 or instructor permission
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FLG 241 - Intermediate German I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Review of essential grammatical constructions emphasizing major areas of difficulty for English speakers. Use of German cultural and literary materials to develop conversational skills.
Prerequisite: FLG 142 or instructor permission
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FLG 242 - Intermediate German II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued review of grammatical constructions using German cultural materials. Reading, writing and conversation will be emphasized in the context of cultural issues and current permission.
Prerequisite: FLG 241 or instructor permission
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Italian-Foreign Language |
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FLI 141 - Elementary Italian I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Development of the basic skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing Italian. Grammar analysis, classroom conversational practice and some exploration of the Italian culture.
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FLI 142 - Elementary Italian II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued practice of the four basic skills and grammar analysis. Introduction of short prose selections with conversational emphasis.
Prerequisite: FLI 141 or instructor permission
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FLI 241 - Intermediate Italian I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Review of essential grammatical constructions emphasizing major areas of difficulty for English speakers. Use of Italian cultural and literary materials to develop conversational skills.
Prerequisite: FLI 142 or instructor permission
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FLI 242 - Intermediate Italian II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued review of grammatical constructions using Italian cultural materials. Reading, writing and conversation will be emphasized in the context of cultural issues and current events.
Prerequisite: FLI 241 or instructor permission
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Japanese-Foreign Language |
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FLJ 141 - Elementary Japanese I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Development of the basic skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing Japanese. Grammar analysis, classroom conversational practice and some exploration of the Japanese culture.
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FLJ 142 - Elementary Japanese II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued practice of the four basic skills and grammar analysis. Introduction of short prose selections with conversational emphasis.
Prerequisite: FLJ 141 or instructor permission
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FLJ 241 - Intermediate Japanese I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Review of essential grammatical constructions emphasizing major areas of difficulty for English speakers. Use of Japanese cultural and literary materials to develop conversational skills.
Prerequisite: FLJ 142 or instructor permission
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FLJ 242 - Intermediate Japanese II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Continued review of grammatical constructions using Japanese cultural materials. Reading, writing and conversation will be emphasized in the context of cultural issues and current events.
Prerequisite: FLJ 241 or instructor permission
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Spanish-Foreign Language |
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FLS 151 - Elementary Spanish I Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course addresses the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The language is based on themes of everyday life. Speech will be modeled by instructors who will monitor and correct for pronunciation and accent. Students will be asked to engage in simple conversations on a controlled basis using the themes presented in the curriculum. Much class time is spent practicing speech. Students will also be expected to use software available with texts to hone listening and speaking skills.
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FLS 152 - Elementary Spanish II Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Emphasis is on the understanding and production of oral and written Spanish presented in culturally appropriate settings. The language learned is based on themes of everyday life. Students will be asked to engage in more complex conversations using the themes presented in the curriculum. Speech will be monitored for pronunciation and accent. Much class time is devoted to practicing speech. Students will also be expected to use the software accompanying the text to hone listening and speaking skills.
Prerequisite: FLS 151 or instructor permission
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FLS 181 - Spanish for Heritage Spkrs I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course is designed to address the needs of Hispanic/Latino students who can communicate in Spanish but need to develop their reading, writing and speaking skills in a more accelerated environment than a traditional Spanish course. It will provide students the grammatical tools they need to write effectively with respect to register of language. Students become more familiar with accentuation rules and develop improved spelling skills through grammar drills and directed composition.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission
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FLS 241 - Intermediate Spanish I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Review of essential grammatical constructions emphasizing major areas of difficulty for English speakers. Use of Hispanic cultural and literary materials to develop conversational skills.
Prerequisite: FLS 152 or instructor’s permission
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FLS 242 - Intermediate Spanish II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Having studied most of the grammar in previous courses, time will be spent reviewing the more difficult and troublesome concepts including a continuation of the study of the subjunctive mood. Comprehensible input now includes more extensive readings in Spanish literature, newspapers, websites or other print, as well as visual media. While serving to increase vocabulary and knowledge of grammar, they also serve as a source of cultural information.
Prerequisite: FLS 241 or instructor’s permission
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FLS 281 - Spanish for Heritage Spkrs II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course is the continuation of FLS 181 and is intended for students who can communicate in Spanish, but need to further develop reading, writing and speaking skills in a more accelerated environment than a traditional Spanish course. It provides further practice of writing and speaking with respect to language register. This course further develops the Spanish speaker’s skills in intermediate reading and writing through a series of more extensive readings, grammar drills and directed compositions, and continues study of more formal Spanish.
Prerequisite: FLS 181 or FLS 152 or permission of instructor
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Geography |
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GEO 111 - Intro to Geography Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course utilizes the basic concepts of cultural geography (area, landscape, ecology, diffusion and integration) in a systematic examination of the contemporary world. The course is intended to provide an elementary acquaintance with the field of geography.
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GEO 124 - Reg Geog of the NonWest World Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course systematically surveys the peoples, cultures, resources and problems of the cultural realms commonly designated as the Third World (Latin America, Black Africa, the Islamic World, India and China).
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GEO 125 - Regional Geog of the Dev World Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course systematically surveys the peoples, cultures, resources and problems of the cultural realms commonly designated as the Developed World (Anglo-America, Europe, Russia, Japan and Australia).
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Global Studies |
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GLS 199 - Japan: The Changing Tradition Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Focuses on the history and changing cultural traditions of Japan’s modern era and the brief period during which Japan has developed its own distinctive urbanized, industrialized and democratic society.
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GLS 200 - Country Study Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Course is a single and specific study of a selected country, its culture and people in respect to historical, geographic economic, political and societal development. The country study course offering is dependent upon instructor selection and student interest. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits provided that each study is of a different country.
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GLS 210 - International Year Seminar Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
The International Year Seminar is a team-taught, interdisciplinary course focusing on the designated country and includes a survey of many of the elements of culture: history, politics, economics and ethnicities, as well as the products of that culture including language, art, architecture, literature, film, performing arts, cuisine and music. This course is repeatable up to 6 credits.
Prerequisite: A 3.5 GPA or higher, with a minimum of 12 hours or instructor approval
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GLS 220 - The Middle East and Islam Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course surveys the civilization of the Middle East from Muhammad and Islam to the Islamic caliphate and civilization, Ottomans, modernism, Western empires, Arab-Israeli conflict, contemporary Islamic revival, instability and terrorism, Muslim diaspora and the strategic importance of the Middle East to the United States and world economy.
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GLS 230 - Latin America Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course examines the varied history, diverse peoples and cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean beginning with the geography, pre- Columbian peoples, the European intrusion, colonial societies, independence, modernization, American influence, economic, political, cultural and social developments in the recent past and the present.
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GLS 235 - Intro to International Studies Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course provides an introduction to international issues and globalization from the perspective of different continents and countries. The course will cover basic historical, geographical, political, cultural, economic, health, human rights, gender and ethnic communities around the world.
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Graphic Design |
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GRD 301 - Intro to Desktop Publishing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Find out for yourself if the Mac does what a PC does, only better! This course uses the world’s most advanced operating system to introduce you to a suite of graphic design industry-standard software. Learn basic digital illustration, imaging and page layout techniques in a state-of-the-art Macintosh computer lab.
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GRD 403 - Communication Design I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Learn fundamental design elements and principles. Explore how to ignite your creative spark! Study color theory and learn how to follow the design process to visually communicate an idea or message to a target audience.
Prerequisite: GRD 415 and GRD 459 or instructor approval
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GRD 404 - Typography II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Advanced exploration in the application and theory of typographic principles. Students strengthen skills in systems, typographically expressive layouts and using typographic relationships by creating a dynamic grid hierarchy to organize information. Students will be expected to conceptualize and execute a variety of typographic solutions across media platforms.
Prerequisite: GRD 405
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GRD 405 - Typography I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course explores the history, structure and fundamental principles of typography as it relates to graphic design. Topics include typeface identification, study of typeface design, designing with type and typographic grid systems. Students build skills with the basic elements of typography.
Prerequisite: GRD 415 , GRD 459 , or instructor approval
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