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Catalog/Handbook 2018-2019 
    
Catalog/Handbook 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • PPE 2001 - Personality Theories of Psychology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 2012
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course explores the major approaches to psychological personality theories. The theoretical areas of concentration include psychodynamic, psychosocial, Gestalt, humanistic, behavioral, and cognitive perspectives of psychology. In addition, the course encompasses various therapeutic techniques and practical applications for these cognitive perspectives. The course presents techniques and applications that can be applied to counseling, childcare, and healthcare professions; business relationships; educational environments; vocational skills and training; and personal growth.
     



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  • PSC 1121 - Survey of Physical Science


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading, writing, and mathematics.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course discusses selected topics in chemistry and physics at the introductory level. Included in these topics are the structure of the atom, a study of the periodic table, the process of chemical bonding, the study of chemical equations, and types of compounds. This course also discusses mechanics, wave motion, heat, light, optics, electricity, and nuclear radiation. Demonstrations and multimedia presentations enhance the presentation of the course material.



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  • PSC 2515 - Energy and Humanity


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading, writing, and mathematics.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course examines energy from the physical, chemical, engineering, environmental, social, economic, and political perspective. It includes a study of the basis of energy, including both traditional and alternative energy sources, as well as energy conservation. Demonstrations, audiovisual presentations, and field trips play an important role in this course.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • PSY 2012 - General Psychology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces the science of psychology by surveying various areas of psychology including experimental, biological, cognitive, personality, health, educational, and clinical psychology.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • PSY 2930 - Special Topics in Psychology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides study of an area of psychology that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.

     



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  • QMB 3600 - Quantitative Methods in Business


    3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the BAS Program; and MAC 1105 or MGF 1106
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course addresses the use of research and quantitative methods in the business arena. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of research tools and quantitative methods to effectively prepare for the interpretation of research data and participate in activities for decision making.



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  • REA 0007 - Developmental Reading I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    AA Elective: No
    This fundamental reading course develops vocabulary and comprehension through the practice of learning strategies and study skills presented through a wide range of interdisciplinary readings. Credit earned in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • REA 0017 - Developmental Reading II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in REA 0007, an appropriate placement examination score, or developmental education exemption.
    AA Elective: No
    This course enhances basic reading skills to develop higher-level vocabulary and comprehension skills, textbook reading techniques, and learning strategies needed for success in college. Credit earned in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • REA 1105 - College Reading


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course focuses on reading and thinking as active processes. Students develop critical-reading and critical-thinking skills and apply these skills to academic reading, study, and career success. Students engage in work with current topics and contemporary issues as they improve their ability to read and think critically. Focus is placed on vocabulary enhancement in context and across disciplines.



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  • RED 3009 - Early and Emergent Literacy


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EEC 3301
    AA Elective: No
    This course surveys theories and practices applied to early literacy development. Teacher candidates examine and apply research-based approaches that are used in fostering the development of oral language and vocabulary, phonemic and phonological awareness, concepts of print, and comprehension. The role of emergent language and literacy learning in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking are explored while addressing the social, emotional, physical, and creative development of young children. This course covers instructional strategies and related activities that foster a balanced, differentiated, positive, and constructive approach towards literacy learning for young children. In addition to class meetings, field experience in a kindergarten-to-grade-three educational setting is required. This course satisfies Florida Reading Endorsement (2011) Competency Two: Application of Research-Based Instructional Practices.



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  • RED 4304 - Early Literacy Learning and Assessment: Pre-K to Grade 3


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BS in Elementary Education Prerequisite: LAE 3414; BS in Early Childhood Education Prerequisite: RED 3009
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a survey of the stages of literacy development, from emergence to fluency, and reviews the conditions that promote total literacy for children pre-kindergarten through third grade. Language theories, current reading research, assessment, and remediation and intervention strategies indicated through diagnostic evaluation are integrated to shape informed practices regarding literacy development. Connections are made among all aspects of literacy learning (i.e., reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking). In addition to class meetings, field studies in a kindergarten to grade 3 educational setting are required. This course satisfies Florida Reading Endorsement (2011) Competency Three: Foundations of Assessment.



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  • RED 4311 - Literacy Learning and Assessment: Grades 4 to 6


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RED 4304
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an overview of the variety of student learners and allows the teacher candidate to apply research-based instructional practices for differentiating processes, products, and contexts within the intermediate grades (i.e., grades 4 through 6). The critical role of assessment within the reading acquisition process is examined in relation to how it informs the instructional methods and strategies used to develop literacy in varied populations requiring intervention. In addition to class meetings, field studies in a fourth- to sixth-grade setting are required. This course satisfies Florida Reading Endorsement (2011) Competency Four: Foundations and Applications of Differentiated Instruction.



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  • RED 4940 - Final Reading Internship


    2 hours Practicum, 2 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all other courses required for the BS in Education Program with a minimum grade of C.
    Verification of a passing score on both the Professional Education and Subject Area Exam portions of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam.
    Corequisite(s): Corequisites for the BS in Early Childhood Education: EEC 4936 and EEC 4940. Corequisites for the BS in Elementary Education: EDE 4936 and EDE 4945
    AA Elective: No
    This course is the supervised reading portion of the Final Internship and provides a clinical experience in reading instruction and assessment. Course objectives align with the Florida reading competencies and include reading instructional components, assessment and data analyses, best practices, and differentiated instruction techniques. Teacher candidates work directly with the supervising teacher and students in the internship school in large group, small group, and individual settings to demonstrate the use of effective strategies and materials to maximize student reading performance. This course satisfies Florida Reading Endorsement (2011) Competency Five: Demonstration of Accomplishment.



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  • REL 2000 - Introduction to Religious Studies


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    The course provides a study of the fundamental principles of religion as an academic discipline. The curriculum emphasizes critical reflection in the study of religion, as well as an understanding of spiritual and religious consciousness. Students interpret qualitative religious data from various sources. Topics of study include the origins of religion, ethics, and the concepts of divinity, mysticism, and aesthetics. The curriculum also includes topics such as religion and technology, religion and science, religion and violence, and religion and the environment.
     



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  • REL 2300 - World Religions


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces the histories, doctrines, and practices of world religions including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism, as well as African traditional religions and others. This course also surveys the social and scientific study of religion including religious institutions, interfaith dialogue, and the sociology of religion.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • REL 2930 - Special Topics in Religion


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of an area of religion that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.



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  • RET 1024C - Introduction to Respiratory Care


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2085C, ENC 1101, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to the scientific basis for respiratory care. The curriculum includes pertinent medical terminology, microbiology, and computer basics, as well as instruction regarding the cleaning of equipment.



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  • RET 1026C - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care I


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2085C, ENC 1101, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses the fundamental concepts of basic respiratory care techniques and the use of associated equipment. The curriculum discusses medical gas therapy, as well as aerosol, humidity, and supplemental oxygen therapy. Hyperinflation techniques and airway clearance procedures are discussed. A foundation in respiratory pharmacology is also developed.



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  • RET 1264C - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care II


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1026C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a continuation of Fundamentals of Respiratory Care I (RET 1026C). The curriculum discusses airway management and mechanical ventilation.



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  • RET 1293 - Cardiopulmonary Medicine


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2085C and RET 1485
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an in-depth study of diseases, disorders, and conditions affecting the cardiopulmonary system as approached through case study methodology.



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  • RET 1414 - Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1026C and RET 1832
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses pulmonary function testing and electrocardiography topics including Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocols, hemodynamics, and noninvasive monitoring techniques.



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  • RET 1485 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2085C, ENC 1101, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a detailed study of the structure and function of the heart and lungs, including their interdependency. The course discusses acid-base physiology including arterial blood gas interpretation and its relationship to normal and abnormal physiologic states.



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  • RET 1534 - Special Topics in Respiratory Care


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1293
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a continuation of the study of mechanical ventilation. Other topics include the use of special procedures in respiratory care, the study of in-patient and out-patient pulmonary rehabilitation, the application of home care techniques for patients with chronic cardiopulmonary diseases, and an in-depth study of chronic cardiopulmonary diseases.



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  • RET 1832 - Clinical Respiratory Care I


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1026C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a clinical experience in respiratory care, with an emphasis on basic respiratory care modalities such as medical gas therapy, aerosol and humidity therapy, hyperinflation techniques with airway clearance procedures, chest physiotherapy, and other related protocols. This course provides some discussion of advanced techniques such as mechanical ventilation and arterial blood gases.



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  • RET 1833 - Clinical Respiratory Care II


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1264C and RET 1832
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a continuation of the clinical experience. Areas of emphasis include arterial blood puncture and analysis, pulmonary function testing, mechanical ventilation, and airway management. Other diagnostic and monitoring techniques are practiced.



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  • RET 2483 - Patient Assessment and Interaction


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2085C, ENC 1100, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to comprehensive patient assessment including ethics and patient interviews. This course emphasizes skills required for obtaining a medical history, physical exam, and vital signs, as well as proper documentation of this information. The course provides opportunities to practice problem solving and critical-thinking skills.



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  • RET 2714 - Pediatric/Neonatal Respiratory Care


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1485 and RET 1293
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses the development and physiology of the fetal and neonatal lung, as well as perinatal circulation and neonatal pulmonary disorders. The curriculum includes treatment of prenatal patients with an emphasis on respiratory care techniques, airway management and mechanical ventilation, pediatric therapy, and drugs and dosages associated with pediatric and neonatal patients.



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  • RET 2876 - Clinical Respiratory Care III


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1832 and RET 1833
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation the clinical practicum provided in Clinical Respiratory II (RET 1833). The emphasis is on therapist-driven protocols, case management, and emergency medicine. Students rotate to rehabilitation, sub-acute, and other specialty areas. Students continue to study mechanical ventilation management protocols, including airway management techniques and respiratory care modalities in all age groups.



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  • RET 2877 - Clinical Respiratory Care IV


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 2876
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation of the clinical practicum provided within Clinical Respiratory III (RET 2876). During this final semester, students continue to practice skills in intensive care settings. Students apply advanced mechanical ventilation management protocols, airway maintenance techniques, hemodynamics, and advanced respiratory care techniques on all age groups. An overview of clinical practice is offered.

     



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  • RET 2934 - Respiratory Care Seminar


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RET 1534 and RET 2714
    AA Elective: No
    This is a summation course in respiratory care. Topics include licensure, certification, and registration procedures. Students review material from the two-year program and practice written tests and clinical simulations to prepare for the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) exams. Pertinent calculations, hemodynamics, and problem-solving scenarios are stressed. This course discusses employability skills and resume writing to assist students with job applications.



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  • RMI 2001 - Fundamentals of Risk Management and Insurance


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course examines the fundamentals of risk management for both individuals and businesses. The curriculum provides a survey of the general legal terms used in the industry, and the products and applications incorporated in this field of expertise. Students gain the skills necessary to classify and manage risk appropriately while identifying the ethical and fiduciary responsibilities each party inherits. 

     



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  • RMI 2212 - Personal and Business Property Insurance


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course emphasizes the varied tools utilized within risk management fields. Students review multiple-peril contracts and their applications in order to provide solutions to consumers. The multiple-peril contracts reviewed include personal fire insurance, business property insurance, inland marine insurance, and other policy options that can be used to protect consumer assets. This course includes a focus on underwriting, its guidelines, and the conflicts seen and solutions used in varied situations.



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  • RMI 2701 - Agency Management and Selling Techniques


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course emphasizes agency management through both macroeconomic and microeconomic principles. Students identify the business and personal attributes needed to manage insurance company and financial institution relationships, while also communicating clearly and ethically with consumers. Students identify and apply the basic skills associated with professional selling while using ethical standards to inform decisions. Students also investigate the principles and problems inherent in personal selling including prospecting and pre-approach, approach, and demonstration techniques, as well as handling objections and managing closing and follow-up skills.



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  • RMI 2941 - Insurance Practicum


    1 hour Lecture, 6 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENC 1101 and MTB 1103, and approval of the Program Director.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a selected and planned work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through supervised practical experiences related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. Depending upon course credit, a minimum of 75-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course should be completed during the last term before graduation.



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  • RMI 2942 - Insurance Practicum


    3 hours Practicum, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENC 1101, MGF 1106, and MAC 1105; and Permission of Instructor.
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a selected and planned, work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through supervised practical experiences related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. A minimum of 50-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of the course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course should be completed during the last term before graduation and is only for students in the AS-25033 Business Administration (Insurance) Program.



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  • RTE 1000 - Orientation to Radiologic Technology


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2086C
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the radiography profession and the role of the technologist as a member of the healthcare team. The curriculum also provides a study of ethical decision making, basic hospital and medical terminology, and the principles of physical science.



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  • RTE 1111 - Radiographic Nursing Procedures


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2086C
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces patient care and nursing techniques related to the diagnostic and fluoroscopic practices of patient care of the Radiology Department.



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  • RTE 1418 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1503C
    Corequisite(s): RTE 1513C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of radiographic exposure and processing. Topics include radiographic density, contrast, image resolution, distortion, film, and processing, as well as latent image formation and the creation of the digital image.



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  • RTE 1458 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1418
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides advanced, comprehensive instruction and discussion in the principles of radiographic exposure. The curriculum includes detailed instruction in the control of exposure and image quality using mAs, kvp, SID, geometric factors, autotiming devices, grids, screens, beam restrictors, and filters. Tube rating and technique charts are also evaluated.



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  • RTE 1503C - Radiographic Positioning I


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course studies basic routine positions of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, shoulder, and sternum.



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  • RTE 1513C - Radiographic Positioning II


    2 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1503C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of basic anatomy, physiology, and positioning for all routine contrast examinations and all routine spine examinations.



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  • RTE 1613 - Radiographic Physics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1105 and RTE 1418
    AA Elective: No
    This course presents the principles of radiation physics. The course includes the fundamentals of electrical generation, properties of x-rays, production of x-rays, attenuation factors, special radiology equipment and circuits, and the design function of digital imaging equipment.



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  • RTE 1804L - Radiographic Clinical I


    16 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BCLS certification
    Corequisite(s): RTE 1503C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the first clinical experience; students observe, assist in performing, and then perform examinations of the chest, abdomen, extremities, and bony thorax.



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  • RTE 1814L - Radiographic Clinical II


    18 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1804L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the second clinical experience; students continue to practice radiographic skill competencies. In addition, students begin rotations in diagnostic fluoroscopy examinations and perform examinations of the spine.



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  • RTE 2061 - Radiographic Seminar


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 2782C
    Corequisite(s): RTE 2854L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a comprehensive review of patient care, image production and evaluation, equipment operation and maintenance, radiographic procedures, and radiation protection.



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  • RTE 2385 - Radiation Biology and Protection


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 2523C
    AA Elective: No
    This course includes the study of radiation interaction and its biological effects. Radiation dangers and the safety procedures used in response to these dangers are the basic content of this course. Quantities and units of radiation are discussed in reference to x-ray equipment, radiation protection, maximum permissible dose (MPD) guidelines, and detection instruments. Basic protection methods are discussed and related to licensing, as well as to state regulations and federal standards for radiation safety.



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  • RTE 2458C - Radiographic Quality Assurance


    1 hour Lecture, 1 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1418
    AA Elective: No
    The course covers all aspects of radiographic quality assurance.



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  • RTE 2523C - Radiographic Positioning III


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1513C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of all routine head examination positions and an overview of positions used in special procedures, as well as CT and MRI examinations.



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  • RTE 2571 - Principles of Computed Tomography


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Computed Tomography (CT) Advanced Technical Certificate Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course presents a study of the historical development, evolution, physical principles, instrumentation, and clinical applications of computed tomography. Physical principles related to data acquisition and image formation are presented along with post processing, display, and archival techniques. Artifacts and other factors affecting image quality are discussed. In addition to the technical considerations of image production, proper patient preparation and care, clinical applications, and protocol options are presented for the head, neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis, as well as the musculoskeletal system.



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  • RTE 2762 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1513C
    AA Elective: No
    This course studies human anatomy in cross-section, from the head through the thorax and abdomen. This information is used during CT and MRI rotations.



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  • RTE 2763 - Computed Tomography Sectional Anatomy


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Computed Tomography (CT) Advanced Technical Certificate Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course examines normal anatomic structures and the relative position of these structures in the sagittal, coronal, oblique, and transverse planes. Normal structures of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, spine, and extremities are presented and compared to various abnormalities typically revealed through the use of computed tomography.



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  • RTE 2782C - Radiographic Pathology


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces pathology as it relates to radiographic diagnosis and treatment.



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  • RTE 2824L - Radiographic Clinical III


    24 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 1814L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the third clinical period. Students practice radiographic skill competencies. In addition, face and head examinations, portable x-ray examinations, operating room rotations, and special procedure observations are part of the clinical experience. CT and MRI rotations begin during this course.



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  • RTE 2834L - Radiographic Clinical IV


    24 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 2824L
    AA Elective: No
    This is the fourth clinical assignment; students begin to apply special procedures and tomography.



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  • RTE 2844L - Radiographic Clinical V


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 2834L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the fifth clinical period. Students continue to practice assignments in radiologic and fluoroscopic imaging rooms, the operating room, and through special procedures. Students practice and demonstrate mastery of non-routine procedures.



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  • RTE 2854L - Radiographic Clinical VI


    24 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 2844L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the final clinical period and students are assigned advanced procedures. Students are encouraged to practice and perfect previously mastered procedures and increase their speed in the performance of procedures.



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  • RTE 2940L - Computed Tomography Clinical Practicum


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RTE 2571 and RTE 2763
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the student with practical experience in scanning techniques and procedures through supervised clinical education at one or more of the program’s clinical affiliates. Through observation, assistance, and performance of computed tomography procedures, students study and apply the principles presented in Principles of Computed Tomography (RTE 2590) and Computed Tomography Sectional Anatomy (RTE 2765) under the supervision of qualified clinical preceptors and college clinical faculty.



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  • SBM 2000 - Small Business Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Level College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is designed to enable students to manage and operate a small business. The areas covered include developing a business plan, securing financing, using accounting for business transactions, developing advertising and promotional materials, choosing a site location, and managing the small business. This course is beneficial for those planning to start a small business as well as those already operating a business.



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  • SCE 3310 - Elementary Science: Grades K-6


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to BS in Elementary Education Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides content related to effective instruction in the area of Elementary Science. Course topics include: Science as Inquiry, Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and the Nature of Science. The Florida Standards provide the focal point of the materials provided. Assessment probes are used as a way to evaluate student understanding of content material. Extensive reading across the content area is expected.



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  • SCE 4350 - Advanced Methods for Teaching Science: Grade K-8


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EDE 4304, EDF 3115, EEX 3294, MAE 3310, and SCE 3310
    AA Elective: No
    This course is designed as an advanced methods course and utilizes a constructivist approach to teaching and learning. The curriculum includes inquiry-based activities and methods for experimentation in Life Science, Physical Science, Earth and Environmental Science, Technology and Engineering, and Chemistry. Teacher candidates discuss management of the science classroom environment, plan 5-E science lessons that include differentiated strategies and learning assessments, develop a unit centered on a topic in one grade level during the course, and teach at least two lessons as part of the classroom field experience. This course is a Florida (2010) ESOL-infused class.



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  • SLS 1101 - College Success


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    Through this course, students develop and improve academic skills including active listening, college-level reading, note taking, test taking, and library use, as well as advance their memory and recall techniques and the use of college resources. Students discover their individual learning styles and determine how to adjust their methods of learning for greater success. Variables such as health, finances, relationships, and attitudes that may either interfere with or enhance academic success are also analyzed.



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  • SLS 1122 - First-Year Seminar


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    The First-Year Seminar offers ways to help first-time-in-college students acclimate to Polk State College, integrate into the campus community, and achieve academic success through exploration of college resources, self-reliant strategies, and critical thinking.



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  • SLS 1250 - Interpersonal Relationships


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of personal growth and development through student discussion of interpersonal relationships and utilization of vital life skills such as dynamic, pro-active communication skills (verbal and non-verbal); active listening and response skills; and conflict resolution techniques. This course explores how to manage feelings; interpret human behavior, feelings, and stress; and overcome barriers to communication.



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  • SLS 1261 - General Leadership


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of the dynamics of leadership within groups and organizations, with an emphasis on the development of leadership skills and personal growth. Some of the topics included are an analysis of leadership qualities and styles, group problem solving, and personal and group goal setting, as well as formal organizational procedures. This course may include field trips.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SLS 1300 - Career Education


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    Through this course, students clarify their career and educational goals by developing personal profiles of their skills, interests, and values. Course activities include self-assessment, exploration of occupational options and resources, and development of job search techniques. A model for making career decisions is included in this course.



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  • SLS 1533 - Success in Mathematics


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes

    Through this course, students develop and improve academic skills for success in mathematics courses. The curriculum focuses on specific study habits, problem-solving skills, resources, and stress management techniques that are applicable to mathematics courses.



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  • SLS 2371 - Prior Learning Assessment Portfolio Development


    1-2 hours Lecture, 1-2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, satisfaction of developmental education requirements in mathematics, and three years of earned professional experience.
    AA Elective: Yes
    Through this course, students document experiential learning through the compilation of various portfolio components. Students write and explain experiences to demonstrate masteries within a portfolio, that can then be used to apply for experiential credit assessment.

    Note: PLA credits are not transcribed until the student has completed three credits at Polk State College as a degree-seeking student.



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  • SLS 2930 - Special Topics in Student Success


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces an area of interest regarding student success that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.



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  • SLS 2941 - Internship: Professional Experience and Organizational Culture


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, a minimum of 2.0 overall GPA (a 2.5 GPA is needed for international internships), satisfactory completion of 12 credits of college-level courses, and permission of the instructor. The student must have an internship placement secured prior to enrolling in this course.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a guided, sequential, career exploration course that enables the student to examine his or her internship experience from several perspectives important to career success and personal career fulfillment. The student explores ways in which the internship career path fits his or her talents and abilities, leads to opportunities for fulfillment of career goals, interacts within an organizational structure and culture, and provides value and/or service to the community. This course provides career exploration support across a wide range of disciplines and career interests and may be repeated once for a distinctly different internship experience. The student must have an internship placement secured prior to enrolling in this course.



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  • SON 1000 - Introduction to Sonography


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Sonography Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the profession of sonography and the role of the sonographer in healthcare. Topics include the history of sonography and its concepts, techniques, and developments. The course provides a study of issues pertaining to patient care, written and verbal communication, and ethical and legal issues, as well as the professional organizations related to the field. The course provides a basic overview of other imaging modalities and their relationship to sonography.



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  • SON 1100C - Procedures and Protocols of Sonographic Imaging


    2 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Sonography Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course focuses on sonographic scanning techniques and quality patient care procedures for the abdomen and pelvis. The course topics include the application of transducer manipulations, instrumentation controls, anatomic scanning planes, standard presentations and annotations of ultrasound images, and patient care skills. Body mechanics and ergonomics are also discussed.



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  • SON 1111C - Abdominal Sonography I


    2 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1000 and SON 1100C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the structure, function, pathology, and relational anatomy of the abdominal organs. The material focuses on sonographic visualization of normal and abnormal abdominal organs to include the pancreas, liver, biliary system, spleen, and urinary system, as well as the adrenal glands and vascular structures.



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  • SON 1112C - Abdominal Sonography II


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1111C
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation of Abdominal Sonography I (SON 1111C), with continued focus on sonographic imaging of the abdominal viscera and the pathological processes that affect this area of the body. The course discusses the correlation of the ultrasound diagnosis with the patient’s history and lab findings.



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  • SON 1121C - Obstetrics/Gynecology I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1111C and SON 1211
    Corequisite(s): SON 1804L
    AA Elective: No
    This course presents the sonographic anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system with or without a pregnancy. The curriculum includes the pathologic conditions, clinical sonographic presentations, and signs and symptoms of conditions associated with the female pelvis. First trimester obstetrical imaging is introduced including fetal measurements and development.



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  • SON 1211 - Medical Sonographic Physics I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1000 and SON 1100C
    AA Elective: No
    This course presents the principles and fundamentals of diagnostic ultrasound physics and how these apply to clinical practice. Basic acoustical physics and the interaction of acoustical waves in human tissue are introduced. The curriculum emphasizes transducer design and construction, ultrasound in soft tissue, attenuation of sound energy, parameters affecting sound transmission, and resolution of sound beams.



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  • SON 1212 - Medical Sonographic Physics II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1211
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation of Medical Sonographic Physics I (SON 1211), with a continued focus on the interaction of ultrasound within tissues and the mechanics of ultrasound production and display. The curriculum also includes equipment maintenance and quality assurance. The course also discusses Doppler flow analysis, bioeffects, and image artifacts.



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  • SON 1804L - Clinical Practicum I


    16 hours Clinical, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1111C and SON 1211
    AA Elective: No
    This is the first course in clinical education. This course provides a supervised clinical experience for the student to focus on competency of scanning skills during basic sonographic exams. Students develop and apply skills related to protocols, procedures, and patient care.



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  • SON 2061 - Seminar in Sonography


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 2150C
    Corequisite(s): SON 2834L
    AA Elective: No
    This course comprehensively reviews the entire Sonography Program content, to include abdominal, obstetric, and gynecological sonography, as well as physics concepts, instrumentation, and superficial structures related to the field. Students present case studies and study resume` preparation.



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  • SON 2122C - Obstetrics/Gynecology II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1121C
    Corequisite(s): SON 2814L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the role of ultrasound in the second and third trimester. The curriculum discusses evaluation of the fetus including related anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology. Instruction focuses on normal and abnormal fetal conditions in pregnancy, including assessment of gestational age through biometry techniques, sonographic landmarks, and appearance of the fetal head, neck, spine, chest, abdomen, pelvis, extremities, and heart.



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  • SON 2150 - Neurosonology and Superficial Structures


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 2122C
    Corequisite(s): SON 2824L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the sonographic imaging of the premature infant brain and the pathological processes that can affect it. The curriculum covers the sonographic appearance, pathological patterns, and pathophysiology of superficial structures including the thyroid, breast, scrotum, and prostate.



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  • SON 2171C - Introduction to Vascular Sonography


    1 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 2086C
    AA Elective: No
    This introductory course in peripheral vascular ultrasound prepares students to use fundamental ultrasound techniques, skills, and information to determine circulatory hemodynamics within the arterial and venous systems of the head and neck, as well as the peripheral systems of the body. This course includes hands-on laboratory requirements.



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  • SON 2814L - Clinical Practicum II


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 1804L
    AA Elective: No
    During this clinical experience, students continue to focus on competency of scanning skills while performing various patient imaging procedures. This course reinforces understanding of specific protocols, patient care, and proper exam documentation.



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  • SON 2824L - Clinical Practicum III


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 2814L
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a third clinical experience that continues to focus on competency of scanning skills including the technical and professional aspects of patient scanning in abdominal, obstetric, pelvic, and superficial structures.



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  • SON 2834L - Clinical Practicum IV


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SON 2824L
    AA Elective: No
    This final clinical experience reinforces and broadens the skills gained in Clinical Practicum III (SON 2824). Students perform exams under indirect supervision while exercising critical thinking and independent judgment. Students must complete all required final clinical competencies.



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  • SOP 2002 - Social Psychology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): PSY2012
    AA Elective: Yes
    This introductory course explores how individuals think, feel, and behave within a social context. Discussion focuses on the scientific research conducted by psychologists to advance the understanding of this specialty area within the science of psychology.



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  • SOP 2772 - Human Sexuality


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 2012
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course addresses the broad field of human sexual behavior and its diverse nature. Basic developmental psychological theories serve as the foundation on which to build a diversified approach to understanding human sexuality.



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  • SPC 1300 - Interpersonal Communication


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    In this course, students use dynamic communication skills, verbal and non-verbal communication, listening and response skills, and conflict resolution; these skills include managing feelings and stress, and overcoming barriers to communication in personal and professional relationships.



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  • SPC 1608 - Speech Communication


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    In this course students practice the fundamental skills of effective speaking and listening in speaker, audience, interpersonal, and small group communications. This course is highly recommended for students whose career plans call for contact with the public.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SPC 2594 - Intercollegiate Forensics Activity


    3 hours Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing; and satisfactory audition and permission of the Instructor.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course involves participation on the intercollegiate speech and debate team. Students develop advanced oral communication skills and compete against students from other colleges in debate, prepared speaking, and oral interpretation events. Team participation involves weekly meetings, practice sessions, and tournament travel. Students may enroll in this course after completing a successful audition and with the permission of the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit up to four times.



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  • SPN 1130 - First Year Spanish I


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This is a beginning course in the Spanish language and culture and incorporates extensive vocabulary through the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills within the context of various Spanish cultural experiences. A communicative approach to learning a language is the focus; students are encouraged to become involved with the language on a daily basis.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SPN 1131 - First Year Spanish II


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SPN 1130 or Permission of Instructor
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a continuation of First Year Spanish I (SPN 1130). Students continue the study of the language, and incorporate and apply additional vocabulary and structure to improve skills.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SPN 2230 - Second Year Spanish I


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SPN 1131 or Permission of Instructor
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a progression from First Year Spanish II (SPN 1131) with increased emphasis on the application of communication skills. Intermediate vocabulary and structure are developed.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SPN 2231 - Second Year Spanish II


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): SPN 2230 or Permission of Instructor
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course intensifies students’ incorporation and application of intermediate vocabulary and structure; advances the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills; and promotes the study of culture.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SPN 2930 - Special Topics in Spanish


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces an area of interest in Spanish language or culture that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit. This course does not meet the Foreign Language Proficiency Requirement for the AA and baccalaureate degree programs.



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  • STA 2023 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of MAC 1105, a grade of C or better in MGF 1106, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides introductory experience in organizing and analyzing masses of statistical data, and drawing conclusions based on the data. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing with binomial and normal distributions, single-sample and two-sample analyses, chi-square distributions, student’s t-distributions, correlation, regression, and nonparametric statistics. A statistical calculator is required. A graphing calculator (TI-83/84 or equivalent) is recommended.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SYG 2000 - Introduction to Sociology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This introductory course provides a broad survey of the field of sociology. It includes the methods employed by sociologists in collecting and analyzing social data, and it provides background information on topics including socialization, group behavior, cultural analysis, subculture relations, social processes, stratification, social institutions, cultural change, and social deviance.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • SYG 2010 - Social Problems


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a general introduction to the sociology of social problems, with analyses of the causes, consequences, and solutions for problems, as well as the interrelationship between problems. The curriculum includes the nature of social problems and explores social issues related to diversity, sexuality, drug and alcohol abuse, global conflict, crime and violence, education, family, inequality (e.g., poverty, racism, and sexism), aging, the environment and ecology, population and food, medical care, war, and terrorism.

     



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  • SYG 2221 - Gender in Society


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces the sociology of gender roles. The curriculum examines changing sex and gender roles in society with particular attention paid to traditional and contemporary socialization patterns, as well as changing sexual, social, political, economic, legal, work, and family roles within social institutions. This course includes interdisciplinary theoretical perspectives and examines diverse experiences in the U.S. and throughout the world. The curriculum includes the social construction of gender roles related to work, reproduction, sexuality and romance, health, power and politics, religion, and crime. This course also explores discrimination based on the interconnections between gender, race, and social class.



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  • SYG 2300 - Introduction to Social Psychology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course presents the concept of self and others, both emotionally and behaviorally. Emphasis is on development of personal communication and emotional growth. Research studied in this course spans both sociology and psychology, and explores the social forces that shape perception, attitude, behavior, personality, and formation of self. Additionally, students study group structures and processes, including how group membership influences individuals and how individuals influence groups. Specific topics include self- and attitude-formation and change, gender roles and identity, and cross-cultural variation. Students examine group processes including conformity and decision making, persuasion techniques, and brainwashing used in advertising and religious cults. The processes of attraction and falling in love, prejudice formation, and conflict and aggression are also studied. Research from social psychology is applied to the fields of law, criminal justice, and teaching, as well as to clinical practice.



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  • SYG 2930 - Special Topics in Sociology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces an area of sociological interest that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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