May 16, 2024  
Catalog/Handbook 2022-2023 
    
Catalog/Handbook 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • EDF 2085 - Introduction to Diversity for Educators


    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 for prospective educators provides an exploration of issues of diversity, including the influence of exceptionalities, culture, family, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religious affiliation, language of origin, ethnicity, and age upon the educational experience of students, including English Language Learners. In this course, students explore personal attitudes toward individuals’ differences and exceptionalities. The curriculum provides information on the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, Professional Educator Competencies, and Florida Standards. This course requires students to complete a minimum of 15 hours of field-based experience working with diverse populations of children and youth in schools or similar settings. The field experience should not be via virtual modes of interaction such as film or the Internet. This course is a Florida (2010) ESOL Endorsement competency-infused class and satisfies Endorsement Domain One: Culture/Cross-Cultural Communications.

    Note: In order to participate in on-site Polk County School Board assignments, the student is required to be fingerprinted at the Polk County School Board Office and undergo a background check at his or her own expense.



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  • EDF 3115 - Child Development for Inclusive Settings


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Program
    AA Elective: No
    This overview of human life (from fertilization through pre-adolescence) focuses on the growth and developmental characteristics of children aged five to twelve. Teacher candidates analyze typical and atypical development, developmental theories, and learning theories. Additionally, candidates review research on the process of learning to read, brain research, and the developmental processes of attachment and relationship formation in order to guide the teaching of Kindergarten through Grade 6 children. This course addresses Florida Reading Endorsement (2011) Competency One: Foundations of Reading Instruction and Competency Two: Application of Research-Based Instructional Practices.



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  • EDF 4430 - Measurement, Evaluation and Assessment in Education


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): TSL 3080
    AA Elective: No
    This introductory course examines basic educational measurement principles, as well as the procedures for applying those principles to the assessment and evaluation of elementary students’ progress toward state and district curricular goals. The teacher candidate develops skills related to organizing and analyzing student data; interpreting the results of district, state, and national assessments; designing valid, reliable, and unbiased selected- and constructed-response tests; and constructing various types of scoring rubrics.



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  • EDG 4376 - Integrating Language Arts and Social Sciences


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): LAE 3414
    AA Elective: No
    This course surveys current methods of instruction in Language Arts and Social Sciences, enabling students to use Florida Standards to integrate content effectively. This course requires field studies within a Kindergarten to Grade 6 setting, in addition to scheduled class meetings.



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  • EDG 4410 - Classroom Management and Communication


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): TSL 3080
    AA Elective: No
    This course examines classroom management as the interrelationship of appropriate curricula, instructional methods, materials, student behavior, and teacher facilitation. Teacher candidates develop skills and adopt strategies for creating and maintaining an active, productive classroom environment that fosters student learning and achievement. Strategies to manage individual learners, as well as large and small groups of students, are explored. This course develops skills to implement positive behavioral support and explores interventions that minimize behavioral issues. In addition to class meetings, field studies in a Kindergarten to Grade 6 educational setting are required.



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  • EDG 4941 - Field Studies I


    60 hours Practicum, 1 credit
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): LAE 3414
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the teacher candidate with hands-on experiences that support professional growth within a real-world classroom setting. The Education Department Field Coordinator secures placement for the teacher candidate in a Polk County school where the candidate is able to practice, develop, and demonstrate the Florida Uniform Core Curricula (UCC) requirements (as per Florida Statutes Section 1004.04), Florida Reading Endorsement competencies, ESOL Endorsement competencies, and  professional dispositions while working with a diverse population of students in a variety of challenging environments, including, but not limited to, high-poverty schools, urban schools, and rural schools.  



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  • EDG 4942 - Field Studies II


    60 hours Practicum, 1 credit
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): RED 4304 and EDE 4304
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the teacher candidate with hands-on experiences that support professional growth within a real-world classroom setting. The Education Department Field Coordinator secures placement for the teacher candidate in a Polk County school where the candidate is able to practice, develop, and demonstrate the Florida Uniform Core Curricula (UCC) requirements (as per Florida Statutes Section 1004.04), Florida Reading Endorsement competencies, ESOL Endorsement competencies, and professional dispositions while working with a diverse population of students in a variety of challenging environments, including, but not limited to, high-poverty schools, urban schools, and rural schools.  



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  • EDG 4943 - Field Studies III


    60 hours Practicum, 1 credit
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): RED 4311 and TSL 4081
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the teacher candidate with hands-on experiences that support professional growth within a real-world classroom setting. The Education Department Field Coordinator secures placement for the teacher candidate in a Polk County school where the candidate is able to practice, develop, and demonstrate the Florida Uniform Core Curricula (UCC) requirements (as per Florida Statutes Section 1004.04), Florida Reading Endorsement competencies, ESOL Endorsement competencies, and professional dispositions while working with a diverse population of students in a variety of challenging environments, including, but not limited to, high-poverty schools, urban schools, and rural schools.  



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  • EEC 2226 - Introduction to the Principles of Math and Science for the Young Child


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Early Childhood Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the teacher candidate to principles of math and science that are necessary for early childhood instruction. Candidates examine the content necessary to teach mathematical principles such as cardinality and counting, classification and sorting, balance, shapes, non-standard measures, and numerical representations. An introduction to the process skills of science is included, enabling teacher candidates to help students think scientifically in environmental science, life science, and physical science arenas. In addition, this course acquaints the teacher candidate with resources and principals involved in guiding young children to understand and enjoy mathematics and science. Candidates apply and integrate science and mathematics content into activities through the use of centers, cooperative learning, hands-on manipulation, and discovery-type experiments.



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  • EEC 2270 - Strategies for Working with Young Children with Special Needs in Inclusive Settings


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EEC 2271
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces the concept of inclusion of young children (birth through five years of age) with special needs and their families. The course emphasizes the inclusion model, an awareness of attitudes and theory, and the play product stages. In addition to the inclusion theme throughout the course, the content provides training for adults who work with children and families with special needs to apply techniques that enhance developmental play, organize the environment, promote emergent literacy opportunities, manage challenging behaviors, and develop partnerships among parents and professional and community agencies.



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  • EEC 2271 - Introduction to Working with Young Children with Special Needs


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides an introduction to young children with special needs within the context of their families, including observation techniques for identification and referral. The content includes possible causes for developmental delays, disabilities, and established conditions; a historical overview of federal laws; biases and attitudes of children with disabilities; the importance of early identification; and the critical periods of development for children. The curriculum also includes general information about specific disabling conditions such as sensory impairments, health problems, chronic illnesses, and learning disabilities, as well as physical, cognitive, communicative, behavioral, and neurological disorders.



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  • EEC 2930 - Seminar in Early Childhood Education


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CHD 1380, CHD 1430, CHD 1440, CHD 2220, CHD 2320, CHD 2801, CHD 2841, EDF2085, EEC2226, EEC 2270, and EEC 2271.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This seminar-based course surveys research on selected topics such as Early Childhood theories and theorists, as well as developmentally appropriate practices and curricula. It also provides discussion on professionalism, leadership, collaboration, and ethical conduct in the field.



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  • EEC 3301 - General Teaching Methods in Early Childhood Education


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education Program.
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an overview of instructional models and strategies appropriate in learning environments for children in kindergarten through third grade. Emphasis is placed on the principles provided in the Florida Education Standards, as well as effective instructional methods, lesson plans, and instructional delivery. The curriculum covers the skills necessary for developing and implementing effective instruction for all learners in a diverse population. In addition to class meetings, field experiences in a Kindergarten to Grade 3 educational setting are required. This course satisfies competencies for the Florida Reading Endorsement (2011).



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  • EEC 3404 - Relations Across Family, School, and Community


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education Program.
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an overview of, and experience with, the interactions among the Early Childhood Education Program, the family, and the community, and how these interactions affect the development of a young child. The teacher candidate gains skills and information to prepare to work effectively with young children, their families, and community resources in a diverse society. In addition to class meetings, field experiences within an age 3 to Grade 3 educational setting are required. This is a Florida (2010) ESOL-infused class.



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  • EEC 4936 - Senior Seminar in Early Childhood Education


    20 hours Lecture, 1 credit
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all other courses required for the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Program with a minimum grade of C; and verification of a passing score on both the Professional Education and Subject Area Exam portions of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam.
    Corequisite(s): EEC 4940 and RED 4940
    AA Elective: No
    The Senior Seminar is a companion course to the Internship in Early Childhood Education (EEC 4940 ) and Final Reading Internship (RED 4940 ). It provides the teacher candidate with an opportunity to examine and explore issues related to the full-time internship in a Kindergarten to Grade 3 classroom. The seminar-style sessions promote collegial discussion of professional practices while providing a platform for support and encouragement during the transition from teacher candidate to educator. 



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  • EEC 4940 - Internship in Early Childhood Education


    40 hours Practicum, 9 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all other courses required in the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education program with a grade of C or better; and verification of a passing grade on the Professional Education and Subject Area portions of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam.
    Corequisite(s): EEC 4936 and RED 4940
    AA Elective: No
    This course requires the teacher candidate to demonstrate competency in the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs) during one semester of full-time clinical experience in a Kindergarten to Grade 3 school setting. The teacher candidate works directly with a supervising teacher to apply the skills and competencies gained through college coursework in a real-world classroom setting. The candidate applies these skills in working with diverse students in large-group, small-group, and individual settings to connect aspects of literacy, mathematics, and other content-area instruction into a cohesive educational environment. This is a Florida (2010) ESOL-infused class.



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  • EET 1084C-1 - Introduction to Electronics 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces electrical safety and program procedures. The course covers atomic structure, Ohm’s Law, power law, and series circuits, as well as voltmeter, ammeter and ohmmeter usage. Number powers, electronic notations, circuit component recognition and diagrams, resistor power ratings, color code, and wire sizing are also included.



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  • EET 1084C-2 - Introduction to Electronics 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EET 1084C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This course covers basic parallel and series/parallel combination circuits and their properties. Magnetism and devices such as relays and solenoids are also presented. Theory is applied to series and parallel circuits, including a study of loaded and unloaded voltage dividers, the Wheatstone bridge, analog ammeter and voltmeter design, and troubleshooting processes. Laboratory activities are performed to apply the theory.



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  • EET 1084C-T - Introduction to Electronics 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EET 1084C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course covers AC waveforms and different voltage values including peak, root mean square (RMS), average, and peak-to-peak measures. The operations of inductors, capacitors, time constants, and transformers are included. Laboratory activities using the oscilloscope are performed to apply the theory.



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  • EEX 2082 - Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    The purpose of this course is to sensitize teachers to the world of the Learning Disabled (LD) student and to examine different modes of interaction and varied accommodations that can be used to assist students. Tools and methods to make the classroom a friendlier and more accessible place for LD students to learn are explored.



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  • EEX 3071 - Teaching Exceptional and Diverse Populations in Inclusive Settings


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): RED 3009
    AA Elective: No
    This course surveys the learning theories and educational principles necessary to inform instruction in an inclusive classroom setting. Emphasis is placed on differentiating instruction with an awareness of varied learning styles, thinking styles, multiple intelligences, and brain research to effectively meet the academic needs of students. The teacher candidate creates tiered lessons and explores strategies for modifying and accommodating curricula for inclusion of students with varying needs. In addition to class meetings, field experiences in a Kindergarten to Grade 3 educational setting are required. This is a Florida (2010) ESOL-infused class and satisfies Florida Reading Endorsement (2011) Competency Four: Foundations and Applications of Differentiated Instruction.



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  • EEX 3294 - Differentiated Instruction for the Inclusive Classroom


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an overview of the inclusive classroom. Emphasis is on the use of instructional methods that meet the academic needs of all learners, including research-based models of differentiation and strategies appropriate for inclusive learning environments. Teacher candidates focus on lesson plan creation, state standard integration, instructional delivery, and learning assessments for use with diverse populations. Teacher candidates explore specific disabilities, examine the responsibilities of inclusion classroom teachers, and acquire the ability to modify curricula and accommodate individual learning needs in the inclusive classroom. This course is a Florida (2010) ESOL-infused class.



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  • EME 2040 - Introduction to Technology for Educators


    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 educational technology including the use of computers, the means to access and evaluate information on the World Wide Web, and the integration of computers and educational technology into a classroom curriculum.



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  • EMS 1059C - Emergency Medical Responder


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): EMS 2930 or EM 1002 (non-credit)
    AA Elective: No
    The Emergency Medical Responder is an integral part of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System. The term “Emergency Medical Responder” is applied to the first individual who arrives at the scene regardless of the individual’s type of credential. This course covers the core information, skills, and attitudes needed to function in the capacity of a first responder. The student attends the EMS Skills Lab to demonstrate, practice, and verify competency in basic EMS skills. In addition to the scheduled class lab hours, the student is required to attend TEAM Day, complete CPR training, and verify competency in the EMS Skills Lab.



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  • EMS 1158 - Emergency Medical Technology


    7 hours Lecture, 7 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EMS 1059C
    Corequisite(s): EMS 1158L
    AA Elective: No
    This course prepares the student for initial employment as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Instruction includes current information and techniques, as well as the development of professional attitudes practiced by an EMT when providing out-of-hospital emergency medical care. This is an intensive course that requires careful planning of school, work, and home schedules to accomplish. Students are advised to contact the Program Director for additional information and scheduling details.



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  • EMS 1158L - Emergency Medical Technology Lab/Clinical


    11 hours Lab, 11 hours Clinical, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EMS 1059C
    Corequisite(s): EMS 1158
    AA Elective: No
    This course emphasizes demonstration, practice, and competency verification in basic EMS skills when utilizing equipment and supplies found on an ambulance. This course provides EMS skill instruction and competency verification through clinical sites and the EMS Skills Laboratory. Clinical rotations include: 16 hours in a hospital emergency department, 4 hours of nursing home rotation, and an 80-hour internship with 20 calls on an Advanced Life Support Unit. In addition to the scheduled class lab hours, students are required to attend TEAM Day, complete CPR training, and verify skill competency in the EMS Skills Lab.



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  • EMS 2603 - EMT: Paramedic I


    10 hours Lecture, 10 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Proof of current State of Florida EMT License Certification; and BSC 1084C; or both BSC 2085C and BSC 2086C
    Corequisite(s): EMS 2603L
    AA Elective: No
    This course is the first of a three-term sequence of instruction for the EMT-Paramedic Program. The Department of Transportation’s curriculum modules that are covered in this course are Preparatory Airway Management and Patient Assessment. This is an intensive course that requires careful planning of school, work, and home schedules to accomplish. The student is advised to contact the Program Director for additional information and scheduling details.



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  • EMS 2603L - EMT: Paramedic I Lab/Clinical


    18 hours Lab, 18 hours Clinical, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): EMS 2603
    AA Elective: No
    This is the first of a three-term clinical/lab sequence. This course consists of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) skill instruction and competency verification that takes place at clinical sites and in the EMS Skills Lab. Hospital and EMS clinical hours described are the average hour requirements students generally need to demonstrate competency. The EMS clinical experience consists of ambulance hours and calls, 96 hours of hospital clinical experience, attendance at TEAM Day events, and documented competency in lab skills.



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  • EMS 2604 - EMT: Paramedic II


    10 hours Lecture, 10 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EMS 2603 and EMS 2603L
    Corequisite(s): EMS 2604L
    AA Elective: No
    This course is the second of a three-term sequence of instruction for the EMT-Paramedic and is a continuation of EMT-Paramedic I (EMS 2603). The Department of Transportation’s curriculum module of instruction covered in this course is Trauma and Medical Emergencies I.
     



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  • EMS 2604L - EMT: Paramedic II Lab/Clinical


    18 hours Lab, 18 hours Clinical, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EMS 2603 and EMS 2603L
    Corequisite(s): EMS 2604
    AA Elective: No
    This is the second clinical program of a three-term sequence. It consists of EMS skill instruction and competency verification at clinical sites and within the EMS Skills Lab. The hospital and EMS clinical hours described are the average hour requirements that a student generally needs to demonstrate competency. The EMS clinical experience consists of a total of 300 ambulance hours of ambulance time, 60 ambulance calls, 48 hours of hospital clinical experience, completion of the required intubation clinical experience, attendance at TEAM Day events, and documented competency in lab skills. 

    Note: Additional hours and/or calls may be required.



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  • EMS 2605 - EMT: Paramedic III


    8 hours Lecture, 8 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EMS 2604 and EMS 2604L
    Corequisite(s): EMS 2605L
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation of EMT-Paramedic II (EMS 2604). This is the third semester of a three-term sequence of instruction for the EMT-Paramedic. The Department of Transportation’s curriculum modules that are covered include Medical Emergencies II, Special Considerations, Assessment-Based Management, and Ambulance Operations.

     



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  • EMS 2605L - EMT: Paramedic III Lab/Clinical


    18 hours Lab, 18 hours Clinical, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EMS 2604 and EMS 2604L
    Corequisite(s): EMS 2605
    AA Elective: No
    This course is the third semester of a three-term clinical program sequence. The final semester includes an internship that provides a final evaluation of the student’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) abilities, field knowledge, and professionalism. The hospital and EMS clinical hours described are the average-hour requirements a student generally needs to demonstrate competency. The EMS clinical experience for this term consists of 200 ambulance hours and 40 calls. Of these, 150 hours and 20 calls must be completed as part of a Capstone Experience that evaluates the student’s clinical abilities after classroom instruction has been completed. Also, this course requires completion of the intubation protocol, participation in a pediatric clinical experience, attendance at TEAM Day events, and documented competency in lab skills.

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  • EMS 2930 - Special Topics in Emergency Medical Services


    .50 - 3 hours Lecture, .50 - 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a focus in an area of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) interest that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. Specialized topics and course content will vary by term and instructor. See the class schedule for specific content each term. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.



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  • ENC 0017 - Developmental Reading and Writing I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a survey of basic competencies in reading and writing to build skills for college readiness. It includes a thorough review of English usage. In this course students develop vocabulary skills and reading comprehension skills through the practice of reading and the use of writing strategies. Students practice a variety of sentence patterns and paragraphs supported by a wide range of interdisciplinary readings.

    Note: Credit earned in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • ENC 0027 - Developmental Reading and Writing II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENC 0017, appropriate placement examination score, or developmental education exemption.
    AA Elective: No
    This course, a continuation of Developmental Reading and Writing I (ENC 0017 ), includes a review of English usage, and instruction in the writing of paragraphs, essays, and research. This course also includes exposure to various readings, introduction to library research, and exploration of the elements of a written argument.

    Note: Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • ENC 0055L - The English Studio


    1 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Developmental Education Course
    Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement examination score or diagnostic score in ENC 1101.
    Corequisite(s): ENC 1101
    This course is a one-credit co-requisite course designed to support success in a gateway college-level composition course. Each student works on skills not yet mastered through the formation of an individualized learning plan. Topics in the learning plan may include basic grammar, sentence skills, writing mechanics, spelling, and reading and research skills. The course is offered in a workshop format with short, skills-based lectures and concurrent reading and writing instruction that support completion of College Composition I (ENC 1101 )assignments. The English Studio is designed for students who enroll in ENC 1101 before taking developmental education courses, and those who score within a specific range on the ENC 1101 diagnostic tool or the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT). This course satisfies second-level developmental reading and/or writing requirements. A student may enroll in this course before the end of the first quarter of a semester.



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  • ENC 1101 - College Composition I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENC 0025, ENC 0027, ENC 0055, or ENC 0056; or appropriate placement examination score; or developmental education exemption.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course enables students to demonstrate critical reading skills with selected expository and argumentative literature; apply principles of development, unity, and coherence in college-level writing; select and use appropriately a variety of rhetorical modes in analytical thinking and writing; demonstrate a command of college-level sentence skills in writing that evidences sentence variety and complexity, precise vocabulary, and appropriate diction, as well as standard English grammar, spelling, usage, and mechanics; and apply basic research and documentation skills.

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



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  • ENC 1102 - College Composition II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENC 1101
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course enables students to communicate through writing that demonstrates adequate content development, effective organization, sound logic, audience awareness in choice of vocabulary and appropriate tone, as well as a unified and coherent style with fluent use of standard English. In this course, students demonstrate critical-thinking skills to derive clear understanding of the basic ideas and attitudes expressed in selected readings, as well as thinking and writing skills in four important college-level processes: summarizing, synthesizing, critiquing, and writing impromptu essays. Students write a correctly documented research paper and demonstrate a mastery of CLAST grammar and writing competencies in the revising and editing processes.

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



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  • ENC 2210 - Introduction to Technical and Professional Writing


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course prepares students for careers in business, industry, or government and provides instruction in the specialized skills of technical and professional writing. Through familiarity with long and short reports, graphic illustrations, and directions and instructions, students develop criteria for judging and producing technical and professional writing. Controlled group work, oral presentations, and practice in resume writing and interviewing builds the confidence and skills needed to produce competitive, promotable employees.



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  • ENL 2010 - Survey of British Literature: Beginnings to the 18th Century


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC1102
    AA Elective: Yes
    This survey course acquaints students with the literary history of Great Britain, from its beginnings to the eighteenth century. Through readings, discussions, films, and papers, students study major works and their authors in relation to historical and literary trends. This course begins with the Old English period and continues through the eighteenth century. The student may take this course in sequence with Survey of British Literature: 19th and 20th Centuries (ENL 2022) or individually.



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  • ENL 2022 - Survey of British Literature: 19th and 20th Centuries


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1102
    AA Elective: Yes
    This survey course acquaints students with the literary history of Great Britain during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Through readings, discussions, films, and papers, students study major works and their authors in relation to historical and literary trends. This course specifically examines the nineteenth century Romantics and Victorians, as well as twentieth century works. The student may take this course in sequence with Survey of British Literature: Beginnings to the 18th Century (ENL 2010) or individually.



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  • ENL 2330 - Introduction to Shakespeare


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a survey of selected masterpieces by Shakespeare. The curriculum includes excerpts from the sonnets, tragedies, and comedies. Students study the background of his sonnets and plays, and examine his life and the period in which he lived. Students study the structure and content of representative comedies and tragedies.



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  • ENT 1000 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship


    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 provides an overview of the role of entrepreneurial businesses in the United States and the impact of these businesses on the national and global economy. Students evaluate the skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate an entrepreneurial venture. Additionally, students review the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship as a career choice, as well as the entrance strategies needed to accomplish such a choice.




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  • ENT 2112 - Opportunity Analysis


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    In this course, the student assesses personal attributes, as well as the skills base, professional talent, and educational and work experiences within an organization that are necessary to create successful business ideas. The student examines the external environment to identify trends and needs in the marketplace for potential business opportunities. Each individual has the opportunity to screen potential business ideas by assessing whether or not these compliment the individual and his or her organization based on an evaluation of its strengths and skills base, as well as the student’s personal, professional, and financial goals. Each student develops initial market feasibility analyses to test concepts through basic market research.



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  • EPI 0001 - Classroom Management


    3 Institutional credit(s), 40 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    This course introduces effective classroom management techniques, incorporating strategies to develop efficient procedures, routines, and safety rules. The participant explores methods of classroom structure and organization for effective instruction. This course provides a variety of techniques and tools that increase the pre-professional teacher’s preparedness and skills. The course covers several competencies from the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs) and Uniform Core Curricula (UCC).



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  • EPI 0002 - Instructional Strategies


    3 Institutional credit(s), 40 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    This course prepares the individual to create rigorous lesson plans that include multiple research-based teaching strategies, address differentiated learning styles, integrate the Florida Standards, and provide appropriate accommodations for English Language Learners (ELLs) and Students with Disabilities (SWDs). The participant studies the importance of rigorous expectations, motivational strategies, higher-order thinking skills, and effective communication in instruction. The participant also surveys the use of formative and summative assessments, and the importance of using data from such assessments, to drive the learning process. The course covers criteria from the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs), the Uniform Core Curriculum (UCC), and Reading Competencies Three and Four and Reading competencies Three and Four for those in Tack A.

    Note: An EPI candidate with a passing score on the PreK-Grade 3, Elementary Education K-6, or Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K-12 Subject Area Exam is required to obtain the reading endorsement offered in this course and should enroll in EPI Schedule Track A. An individual with a passing Subject Area Exam in Middle or High School content must use EPI Track B without inclusion of the Reading Competencies.

    Note: A student who successfully completes this course and EPI 0004 Teaching and Learning with a final grade of A or B, in Track A only, earns credit for Reading Competency Three and Four on the EPI Completion Certificate.



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  • EPI 0003 - Technology


    3 Institutional credit(s), 40 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    This course prepares the pre-professional teacher to utilize electronic resources, and various forms of traditional and alternate assessment strategies, as indicated in State Standards. The pre-professional teacher demonstrates the use of technology to manage, evaluate, and improve instruction. The course covers related aspects of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs) and the Uniform Core Curricula (UCC).



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  • EPI 0004 - Teaching and Learning


    3 Institutional credit(s), 40 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    This course prepares the individual to create and implement rigorous lesson plans that include multiple research-based teaching strategies, address differentiated learning styles, integrate the Florida Standards, and provide appropriate accommodations for English Language Learners (ELLs) and Students with Disabilities (SWDs). The participant studies the importance of rigorous expectations, motivational strategies, and effective communication and questioning techniques. This course also surveys the use of formative and summative assessments, and the importance of using data from such assessments, to drive the learning process. The final week of the course touches on best practices in mathematics and science instruction. 

    The course covers criteria from the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs) and the Uniform Core Curriculum (UCC). Additionally, through successful completion of this course and EPI 0002 Instructional StrategiesFlorida Educator Reading Competencies Three and Four are provided to the participant who has passed a Subject Area Exam for PreK-Grade 3, Elementary Education Grade K-6, or Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Grade K12. Additionally, for those in Track A only, successful completion of this course and EPI 0002 Instructional Strategies, Florida Education Reading competencies Three and Four are provided to the participant who has passed a Subject Area Exam for PreK-Grad 3, Elementary Education Grad K-6, or Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Grad K12.  

    Note: An individual with a passing Subject Area Exam in Middle or High School content must use EPI Track B without inclusion of the Reading Competencies. An EPI candidate with a passing score on the PreK-Grade 3, Elementary Education K-6, or Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K-12 Subject Area Exam is required to obtain the reading endorsement offered in this course and should enroll in EPI Schedule Track A.



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  • EPI 0010 - Foundations of Research-Based Practices in Reading


    3 Institutional credit(s), 40 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    This course provides the student with a broad study of language structure and function, as well as tools to aid in cognition of phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Further, it provides a study of the integration of multisensory strategies, and reading components associated with learning. The course emphasizes application of research-based methods for effective instruction while applying the Uniform Core Curricula (UCC) and Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs).



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  • EPI 0015 - Reading Competency Five


    3 Institutional credit(s), 45 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A passing score on the Reading Quiz; or completion of EPR 0001, EPI 0010, EPI 0002, and EPI 0004.
    AA Elective: No
    This is the final EPI course connected to the Florida Reading Endorsement and provides a clinical experience in reading instruction and assessment. Course objectives align with the Florida Reading Competencies and include reading-based instructional components, assessment, and data analyses; best practices; and differentiated instructional techniques. Participants work directly with the supervising teacher and students within large school groups, small groups, or 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.


    Note: An individual with a passing Subject Area Exam in Middle or High School content must use EPI Track B without inclusion of the Reading Competencies. An EPI candidate with a passing score on the PreK-Grade 3, Elementary Education K-6, or Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K-12 Subject Area Exam is required to obtain the Reading Endorsement offered in this course and should enroll in EPI Track A.



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  • EPI 0020 - Professional Foundations


    2 Institutional credit(s), 30 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the Florida Teacher Certification General Knowledge Exam
    This course provides the pre-professional teacher with the foundation to become a productive member of the teaching profession, including study of the organization and administration of public schools, the purpose of schools, the laws governing teachers, and the Code of Ethics. This course develops a professional perspective and provides a broad overview of the teaching profession. The course covers selected standards from the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs) and Uniform Core Curricula (UCC).



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  • EPI 0030 - Diversity


    2 Institutional credit(s), 30 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Successful Completion of the Florida Teacher Certification General Knowledge Exam
    This course provides the pre-professional teacher with a study of a variety of backgrounds and cultures that may be found in a typical classroom. The course surveys the social aspects of diversity and encourages introspection regarding personal beliefs and biases that may adversely affect the learning process. The course covers selected standards from the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs) and Uniform Core Curricula (UCC).



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  • EPI 0095 - Educator Preparation Institute Field Experience


    5 Institutional credit(s), 75 Contact hours
    Institutional Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Successful Completion of the Florida Teacher Certification General Knowledge Exam
    AA Elective: No
    During this course, the student completes field experiences within an accredited public, charter, or private school with a clinically trained mentoring teacher. These field experiences provide an opportunity to gain insight into the instructional process and give the student perspective on the varied backgrounds of K-12 students. The student must demonstrate mastery of related Uniform Core Curricula (UCC) and Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs), and complete a series of teaching demonstrations. The student is supervised and evaluated by an Educator Preparation Institute Clinical Evaluator.



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  • EPR 0001 - Foundations of Language and Cognition


    60 In-service Hours
    Noncredit
     

    This course provides for study of six components of reading as a process: comprehension, oral language, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, and vocabulary. Students demonstrate the use of skills and information provided through this course.



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  • EPR 0002 - Foundations of Research-Based Practices in Reading


    60 In-service Hours
    Noncredit
     

    This course applies a scaffold approach to student learning using the principles of research-based reading instruction and integrating the six components of reading (i.e., comprehension, oral language, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, and vocabulary). Students engage in systematic problem-solving processes.



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  • EPR 0003 - Applied Data Analysis for Principals and Teachers


    60 In-service Hours
    Noncredit
     

    This course provides a study of student assessment methods that enables individuals to select and administer appropriate assessments, analyze data, and inform reading instruction to meet the needs of all students. Students engage in systematic problem-solving processes.



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  • EPR 0004 - Foundations of Differentiation


    60 In-service Hours
    Noncredit
    Prerequisite(s): EPR 0001, EPR 002, EPR 003, and EPR 0004
     

    This course provides a comprehensive study of different student learning profiles. Individuals use this information to discuss and apply research-based instructional practices by differentiating process, product, and context. Students engage in systematic problem-solving processes.

     



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  • EPR 0005 - Application of Differentiated Instruction


    60 In-service Hours
    Noncredit
    Corequisite(s): EPR 0004
     

    This course provides a culminating practicum experience, allowing students to demonstrate skills and information pertaining to the components of reading, assessment, and data analysis to implement a comprehensive research-based reading plan of instruction for all students. Students engage in systematic problem-solving processes.

     



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  • ESC 1000 - Survey of Earth 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 examines the Earth through the study of concepts and principles related to geology, geophysics, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The application of these principles to environmental problems, and other specific problems of current interest, are explored. Demonstrations and multimedia presentations enhance the presentation of the course material.



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  • ETD 1320C-1 - Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    Students read prints, use AutoCAD terminology, and apply the AutoCAD workspace including setting up coordinate systems to prepare simple two-dimensional drawings and sketches.



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  • ETD 1320C-2 - Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1320C-1
    AA Elective: No
    Students enhance basic AutoCAD skills and terminology by working in multiple two-dimensional layers. They add text and dimensions to drawings and sketches, and apply the most commonly used drafting and editing tools.



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  • ETD 1320C-T - Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 0.5 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1320C-1 and ETD 1320C-2
    AA Elective: No
    Students apply geometric terms and constructions to create multi-view drawings and three-dimensional drawings. Students create and print drafted documents and objects.



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  • ETD 2364C-1 - 3D Computer-Aided Drafting and Solid Modeling 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ETD 1320C-T or Approval of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to new design techniques and the capabilities of solid modeling using 3D computer-aided drafting software. Topics include two-dimensional computer sketching, three-dimensional solid modeling of parts, and templates and title blocks.



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  • ETD 2364C-2 - 3D Computer-Aided Drafting and Solid Modeling 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETD 2364C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to new design techniques and the capabilities of solid modeling using 3D computer-aided drafting software. Topics include assembly modeling and mating, analysis and design modification, kinematics animation, and rapid prototyping.



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  • ETD 2364C-T - 3D Computer-Aided Drafting and Solid Modeling 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETD 2364C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to new design techniques and the capabilities of solid modeling using 3D computer-aided drafting software. The curriculum covers creating section views in two and three dimensions, and generating and dimensioning three-view drawings.



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  • ETI 1002C-1 - Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): Approval of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This broad exploratory course introduces students to the manufacturing industry, including how manufacturers use technology to change raw materials into finished products. Topics include a brief history of manufacturing, related social impacts, and types of manufacturing production.



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  • ETI 1002C-2 - Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ETI 1002C-1 or Approval of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This broad exploratory course introduces students to the manufacturing industry, including how manufacturers use technology to change raw materials into finished products. Topics include design and manufacturing processes, as well as properties of materials.



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  • ETI 1002C-T - Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ETI 1002C-2 or Approval of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This broad exploratory course introduces students to the manufacturing industry, including how manufacturers use technology to change raw materials into finished products. Topics include tool and equipment safety, entrepreneurship, marketing principles, and career exploration.



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  • ETI 1110C-1 - Introduction to Quality 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a survey of the skills that are necessary to ensure that production and manufacturing systems meet quality system requirements as defined by businesses and customers. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1110C-2 - Introduction to Quality 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1110C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the student to the tools and techniques utilized to measure, maintain, and continuously improve quality to ensure that products and processes meet the quality standards required in the advanced manufacturing environment. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1110C-T - Introduction to Quality 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1110C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course applies the tools and techniques utilized to measure, maintain, and continuously improve quality in a simulated manufacturing environment. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1181C-1 - Quality Systems and Workplace Dynamics 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1110C-3
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the student to the basic concepts and protocols of modern quality systems found in advanced manufacturing facilities. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) designation.



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  • ETI 1181C-T - Quality Systems and Workplace Dynamics 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1181C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This course includes Total Quality Management (TQM) and the International Standards Organization (ISO) standards for system quality and environmental quality management; this includes items such as controls, statistical process control, and manufacturing methodologies. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) designation.



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  • ETI 1414C-1 - Introduction to CNC Machining 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1701C-3, ETM 1010C-3, and ETI 1420C-3
    AA Elective: No
    This introductory course in machining provides a broad overview of numerous machining operations, setups, and procedures. This course covers topics on safety, drawings, measurements, layouts, and hand tools.



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  • ETI 1414C-2 - Introduction to CNC Machining 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1414C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This introductory course in machining provides a broad overview of numerous machining operations, setups, and procedures. This course covers topics on fasteners, jigs and fixtures, sawing and cut-off machines, drills and drilling machines, and off-hand grinding.



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  • ETI 1414C-T - Introduction to CNC Machining 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI1414C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course covers various aspects that influence machining operations, setups, and procedures. Topics include use of the lathe and lathe operations, production of tapers and screw threads on a lathe, and operation and functioning of a milling machine.



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  • ETI 1420C-1 - Manufacturing Processes and Materials 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces students to the various functions of manufacturing, industry, and production processes. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1420C-2 - Manufacturing Processes and Materials 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1420C-1
    AA Elective: No
    In this course, students use various manufacturing instruments and apply them to different manufacturing materials and processes. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1420C-T - Manufacturing Processes and Materials 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1420C-1 and ETI 1420C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, the supply chain, and various business practices. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1622C-1 - Concepts of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of the Engineering Technology Program core requirements or permission of the Program Director.
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of Lean techniques. A comprehensive overview of the Lean and Six Sigma methodologies is presented. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Society of Manufacturing Engineers-American Society for Quality (SME-ASQ) Lean Bronze Certification.



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  • ETI 1622C-2 - Concepts of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1611C-1 and completion of the Engineering Technology Program core requirements, or permission of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the concepts used in improving the competitiveness of manufacturing and service companies. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Society of Manufacturing Engineers-American Society for Quality (SME-ASQ) Lean Bronze Certification.



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  • ETI 1622C-T - Concepts of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1611C-2 and completion of the Engineering Technology Program core requirements, or permission of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This course applies the Lean Manufacturing concepts including the DMAIC process improvement paradigm (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control), as well as JIT (Just-in-Time), VAC (Value Added Chain), and TQM (Total Quality Management) concepts. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Society of Manufacturing Engineers-American Society for Quality (SME-ASQ) Lean Bronze Certification.



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  • ETI 1701C-1 - Industrial Safety 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course covers the historical aspects of industrial safety. It also reviews the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) laws and regulations. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1701C-2 - Industrial Safety 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1701C-1
    AA Elective: No
    In this course, students assess industrial and workplace hazards and review methods of control and prevention. Hazards covered may include, but are not limited to, mechanical hazards, falls, lifting injuries, pressure concerns, fire hazards, and radiation. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1701C-T - Industrial Safety 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1701C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course explores the human element in the management of safety programs, from stress prevention to hazard analyses. This course prepares students for an assessment leading to the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician designation (MSSC-CPT).



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  • ETI 1931 - Special Topics in Modern Manufacturing


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of the Engineering Technology Program core requirements or permission of the Program Director.
    AA Elective: No
    This course consists of individualized topics relating to the modern manufacturing environment. Students explore international trade issues, labor and government relationships in manufacturing, Lean and Six Sigma implementation, the process improvement initiative, green and eco-technology in manufacturing, alternative energy and conservation techniques, water/wastewater resources, and predictive and preventative maintenance as they relate to return-on-investment (ROI), systems scheduling, supply chain management systems, and other issues related to the world of high-tech manufacturing and distribution.



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  • ETI 1949C-1 - Manufacturing Internship 1


    1 hours Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director.
    AA Elective: No
    This course enables the student to apply theoretical principles to a real-life situation under the academic supervision of the Program Director. The student, while employed within the industry, is required to select a problem from within his or her expertise but outside of his or her normal job activities. The student must arrange to work in a local manufacturing facility for a minimum of 45-clock hours. A formal report is required.



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  • ETI 1949C-2 - Manufacturing Internship 2


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This course enables the student to apply theoretical principles to a real-life situation under the academic supervision of the Program Director. The student, while employed within the industry, is required to select a problem from within his or her expertise but outside of his or her normal job activities. The student must arrange to work in a local manufacturing facility for a minimum of 45-clock hours. A formal report is required.



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  • ETI 1949C-3 - Manufacturing Internship 3


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ETI 1949C-1 and ETI 1949C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course enables the student to apply theoretical principles to a real-life situation under the academic supervision of the Program Director. The student, while employed within the industry, is required to select a problem from within his or her expertise but outside of his or her normal job activities. The student must arrange to work in a local manufacturing facility for a minimum of 45-clock hours. A formal report is required.



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  • ETI 1949C-T - Manufacturing Internship 4


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ETI 1949C-1, ETI 1949C-2, and ETI 1949C-3
    AA Elective: No
    This course enables the student to apply theoretical principles to a real-life situation under the academic supervision of the Program Director. The student, while employed within the industry, is required to select a problem from within his or her expertise but outside of his or her normal job activities. The student must arrange to work in a local manufacturing facility for a minimum of 45-clock hours. A formal report is required.



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  • ETI 2411C-1 - CNC Machine Processes 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 1414C-3
    AA Elective: No
    This course on computer numerical control (CNC) machine processes prepares students to effectively and efficiently program and run a Haas CNC mill. Course topics include numerical control, axes and coordinate systems, and CNC mathematics.



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  • ETI 2411C-2 - CNC Machine Processes 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 2411C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This course on computer numerical control (CNC) machine processes prepares students to effectively and efficiently program and run a Haas CNC mill. This course covers machining centers; machining center tools; inserts, speeds, feeds, and carbide insert fundamentals; and CNC programming basics.



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  • ETI 2411C-T - CNC Machine Processes 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI2411-2
    AA Elective: No
    This course prepares students to effectively and efficiently program and run a CNC mill.  This course cover topics on computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and programming with CNC machines.



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  • ETI 2412C-1 - Advanced CNC Machine Processes 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 2411C-3
    AA Elective: No
    This advanced course in computer numerical control (CNC) processes prepares students to effectively and efficiently program and run a Haas CNC mill. This course covers topics related to the CNC programming process, including codes used for a CNC mill and canned cycles.



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  • ETI 2412C-2 - Advanced CNC Machine Processes 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI 2412C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This advanced course in computer numerical control (CNC) processes prepares students to effectively and efficiently program and run a Haas CNC mill. This course covers topics related to the CNC programming process, codes used for a CNC lathe (turning center), and canned cycles.



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  • ETI 2412C-T - Advanced CNC Machine Processes 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETI2412C-2
    AA Elective: No
    This advanced course in computer numerical control (CNC) processes prepares students to effectively and efficiently program and run a CNC mill. This course prepares the student for a Capstone Project on either the CNC mill or lathe (turning center) from programming through actual production.



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  • ETM 1010C-1 - Mechanical Measurements and Instrumentation 1


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): None
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the foundation for the use of mechanical measurement techniques encountered in the advanced manufacturing environment.



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  • ETM 1010C-2 - Mechanical Measurements and Instrumentation 2


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETM 1010C-1
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the foundation for the use of electronic measurement techniques encountered in the advanced manufacturing environment.



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  • ETM 1010C-T - Mechanical Measurements and Instrumentation 3


    0.5 hour Lecture, 0.5 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ETM 1010C-2
    AA Elective: No
    The course integrates conceptual measurements with various mechanical and electronic measuring instruments and their usage.



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  • ETM 2315C-1 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics 1


    0.5 hours Lecture, 0.5 hours Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of the Engineering Technology Program core requirements or permission of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the fundamental principles and laws of fluid power. Students examine theories related to pumps, actuators, and various types of directional flow valves. Laboratory activities are performed to apply theories.



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