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COMM 111 Introduction to Mass Communication (MC 911)
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course provides an overview of the nature, functions and responsibilities of the mass communications industry in a global environment with an emphasis on the media’s role in American society.
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COMM 113 Film Appreciation (F2 908)
Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 hrs Lectures; 3 hrs credit
An introduction to film as an art form, emphasizing a study of the aesthetic and production elements of the medium, including narrative genres, directorial style, cinematography, acting, and editing.
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COMM 114 Film History (F2 909)
Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 hrs Lecture; 3 hrs credit
An international survey of the historical development of film, emphasizing a study of films and innovations in film production that have had significant influence on film as an art form.
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COMM 115 Introduction to Broadcasting
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course surveys the role and effects of the broadcasting and cable industry. It emphasizes historical development, media regulations, terminology, programming, and career opportunities.
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COMM 116 Public Relations (MC 913)
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher.
3 lectures per week; 3 hrs credit
This course is designed to introduce students to the field of public relations by examining the history, theory, practice, and role of public relations in government, corporate, and non-profit institutions. Students will prepare original campaigns and collateral(s) for print, broadcast, and electronic media, as well as learn the implications of effective and ethical communication.
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COMM 196 Applied Forensics I
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
2 lab hrs per week: 1 hr transfer credit
This course provides instruction and experience on speech competition, including participation in a variety of competitive speech events. Students enrolled in this course are automatically part of the Forensics Team.
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COMM 197 Applied Forensics II
Prerequisite: COMM 196
2 lab hrs per week: 1 hr transfer credit
Continuation of COMM 196 .
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COMM 198 Applied Forensics III
Prerequisite: COMM 197
2 lab hrs per week: 1 hr transfer credit
Continuation of COMM 197 .
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COMM 199 Applied Forensics IV
Prerequisite: COMM 198
2 lab hrs per week: 1 hr transfer credit
Continuation of COMM 198 .
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COMM 299 Internship/Seminar
Prerequisite: Consent of discipline coordinator
5 lab hrs per week; 1 hr credit
This internship and seminar provides an opportunity for students to earn credit while working in a communication related area (such as mass/media communication, public relations, or organizational communication). Formalized student-employer agreements identify objectives, work plan, and guidelines for evaluation.
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Criminal Justice Services |
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CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice (CRJ 901)
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This is a survey and analysis of the criminal justice system, including an historical and philosophical overview of its development, with special emphasis on the system’s primary components, and the relationship of these components in the administration of criminal justice in the United States.
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CJ 102 Introduction to Criminology (CRJ 912)
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course is an introduction to the multidisciplinary study and analysis of the nature, causes and control of crime in America. The measurement of crime and the interactive roles of the system, victim, offender, and society also are covered.
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CJ 103 Law Enforcement Organization and Administration
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course focuses on the principles of organization and management as applied to law enforcement agencies. Topics covered include concepts of organization behavior, formulation of policy and procedure, and coordination of operational units.
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CJ 105 Community Service Officer Training
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
2 lectures, 2 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs credit
This is a basic training course for Community Service Officers designed to provide basic skills and knowledge in the following: authority and role of a community service officer, community engagements, enforcement of local ordinances, traffic scene management, radio techniques, testifying in court, report writing, ethics and behavior, review of policy and procedures, overview of penal/vehicle and local municipal codes.
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CJ 106 Introduction to Corrections (CRJ 911)
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
An overview and analysis of the American correction system is presented, including the history, evolution, and philosophy of punishment and treatment. The operation and administration of criminal justice in both institutional and non-institutional settings is covered. Current issues in correctional law also are presented.
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CJ 110 Community-Based Policing
Prerequisite: CJ 101
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
The philosophical and practical applications of community based policing are presented.
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CJ 120 Introduction to Homeland Security
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course examines the programs and activities that have been implemented to improve the safety of our country. Special emphasis is placed on the threat of terrorism and strategies to address that threat. (same as FST 121 )
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CJ 201 Introduction to Criminal Law
Prerequisite: CJ 101
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course examines and analyzes the structure and functions of substantive criminal law. The principles of criminal law are presented, including the acts, mental state, and attendant circumstances that are necessary elements of the crime.
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CJ 203 Principles of Criminal Investigation
Prerequisite: CJ 101
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course covers the fundamentals and procedures of investigation including applications of deductive and inductive reasoning, and other investigative techniques; collection, marking and preservation of evidence suitable for court presentation; due process; and techniques and procedures of follow-up investigation.
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CJ 204 Juvenile Justice (CRJ 914)
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
The history and philosophy of society’s reaction to juvenile behavior and problems are covered. The interaction among the police, judiciary and corrections systems are examined within the context of cultural influences. Theoretical perspectives of causation and control are examined.
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CJ 207 Street Law: Understanding Law and Legal Issues
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course will cover the evaluation, debate, and critical analysis of law and legal issues that affect individuals, their families, and their communities. Students will learn about practical aspects of civil, criminal, constitutional, family, immigration, and consumer law in a diverse society with an orientation toward civic involvement in the local community.
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CJ 208 Principles of Criminalistics
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course covers the application of the natural and physical sciences to crime solutions in law enforcement. All aspects of crime scene processing including evidence recognition, collection, protection and transmission, examination and evaluation of physical evidence, and identification and comparison of crime laboratory procedures are included. The role of the crime laboratory in modern law enforcement also is studied.
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CJ 299 Criminal Justice Internship
Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator.
1 lecture, 10 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
Students are assigned to a criminal justice agency for supervised exposure to the various aspects of a working agency. Students spend a minimum of 10 hours per week onsite and one hour per week in a seminar setting.
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Culinary Arts |
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CUL 101 Introduction to the Culinary Arts and Hospitality
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 and MATH 090 . This course is taken concurrently with CUL 110
1 lecture per week: 1 hr credit
This course will introduce students to the Culinary Arts profession in the Hospitality Industry. Professionals from the industry will discuss specific careers that are possible with a culinary arts certificate or degree. Students will have the opportunity to learn about different restaurant and food service kitchens. Professionalism, sanitation practices, kitchen cleanliness and food safety will be emphasized. Students will learn how a professional kitchen is organized and will understand the differences between food production versus home cooking. Students will learn to identify the tools and equipment of the professional kitchen, as well as how this equipment is utilized. Students will be prepared to test for the Food Handler certificate through the National Restaurant Association’s SafeServe.
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CUL 110 Culinary Arts Principles and Applications I
Prerequisite: This course is taken concurrently with CUL 101 .
1 lecture per week, 4 hrs lab: 3 hrs credit
This course is designed to give students an introduction and working knowledge of a commercial kitchen. Students will learn and practice knife skills. Students will learn professional cooking methods, food preparation techniques, kitchen station management, as well as sanitation practices widely used throughout the foodservice industry. Students will develop an understanding of the skills and professional work habits needed to successfully prepare for a career in a professional kitchen. Culinary fundamentals and classical, along with modern culinary techniques will be taught, with an emphasis on professionalism, speed and timeliness, organization, and mise en place.
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CUL 120 Culinary Arts Principles and Applications II
Prerequisite: CUL 101 with a grade of C or better
1 lecture per week, 4 hrs lab: 3 hrs credit
This course will continue to develop the students working knowledge of the professional kitchen. Students will learn the fundamental principles of meat and poultry. Students will learn identification of various cuts, fabrication, and various cooking techniques used for these proteins. Fundamental, classical and modern techniques will be taught through a variety of recipes. Emphasis will be placed on mise en place, professionalism, cleanliness in the workplace, and timeliness of execution. Plate presentation and garnishes will also be taught.
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CUL 130 Culinary Arts Principles and Applications III
Prerequisites: CUL 101 with a grade of C or better
1 lecture per week, 4 hrs lab: 3 hrs credit
This course will continue to develop the students’ working knowledge of the professional kitchen. In this third kitchen course, students will learn the fundamental principles of fish and seafood including identification, fabrication, and various cooking techniques. Fundamental, classical and modern techniques will be taught through a variety of recipes. In addition, this course will also focus on Garde Manger (cold food production) and cooking for special dietary needs. Service styles, cost and portion control and menu design will also be taught. Emphasis will be placed on mise en place, professionalism, cleanliness in the workplace, and timeliness of execution. Presentation of plates and garnishes will also be taught.
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CUL 140 Culinary Arts Principles of Baking and Pastry
Prerequisite: Placement in MATH 090
1 lecture per week, 4 hrs lab: 3 hrs credit
This course will introduce students to the fundamental principles of baking and pastry and continue to develop their working knowledge of a professional kitchen with specific emphasis on the baking station. Proper equipment identification and usage will be covered. Students will develop an understanding of the ingredients, baking theory, and mixing methods, as well as the fundamental, classic and modern techniques needed to execute recipes. Emphasis will be placed on mise en place, professionalism, cleanliness in the workplace, and timeliness of execution. Specific plate presentations and garnishes will also be taught.
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CUL 180 Culinary Arts American and International Cuisine
Prerequisite: CUL 101 with grade of C or better
1 lecture per week, 4 hrs lab: 3 hrs credit
This advanced culinary lab course will teach students higher level cooking techniques to prepare them for employment in a professional restaurant. Classical and modern techniques will be taught using a variety of recipes. The course will focus on American cuisines including a la carte and made to order breakfast cookery and sandwiches. In addition, American regional dishes from the East Coast, West Coast, Southern, Southwest, Midwest, and Pacific Northwest regions of the country will be explored. The course will also focus on International cuisines including Central/South American, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Asian, Eastern European, Northern European and African. Emphasis will be placed on mise en place, professionalism, cleanliness in the workplace, and timeliness of execution. Unique presentations and garnishes specific to the cuisine will be taught.
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CUL 199 Culinary Arts Career Planning
Prerequisite: None
1 lecture per week: 1 hr credit
This course provides the opportunity to explore career interests, skills, abilities and work related values. Topics include careers, industry trends, and job search strategies for opportunities in the culinary and hospitality fields. Students will prepare his/her professional résumé and practice interviewing skills which will enable the student to secure an internship position in the Culinary Arts or Hospitality fields.
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Dental Assisting |
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DA 101 Introduction to Dental Assisting
Prerequisite: None
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
The course will cover an introduction to the field of dentistry and the different occupations within dentistry. Preventative dentistry concepts with emphasis on diet, nutrition and proper home care will be elaborated. Infection control, personal protection, medical emergencies, first aid and ethics will be discussed as it is related to the practice of dental assisting. General and oral anatomy, histology and embryology, microbiology and dental diseases will also be included.
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DA 102 Dental Office Management
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Assisting program
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
An introduction to the management of office policy and procedures. Telephone techniques, scheduling, documentation of patient services, insurance forms, marketing, and records management will be elaborated. Inventory of supplies and ordering will be discussed. A discussion of different computer software related to dentistry will be introduced. Resume writing and employment strategies will be presented.
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DA 103 Chairside Dental Assisting
Prerequisite: DA 101 and DA 102
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This course will emphasize patient medical and dental assessments, and proper charting procedures. The student will be able to understand and communicate to the patient pre and post-operative instructions for a variety of dental procedures. The student will demonstrate the ability to select and prepare the armamentarium necessary for general dentistry, perform four-handed dentistry during a wide variety of case selections, and maintain the field of operation and assist with and/or monitor the administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia. The dental hygiene techniques required for supragingival scaling and coronal polishing will be introduced. The ability to adapt to patients with special needs and the use of an emergency spill kit as it relates to dentistry will also be included.
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DA 104 Dental Radiology
Prerequisite: DA 101 and DA 102
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This in-depth introduction to dental radiography concentrates on the history and characteristics of radiation in dentistry, technical aspects of radiation production, computerized digital radiography, and the components and functions of the dental x-ray machine. Hazards, safety precautions, and infection control are covered. Intraoral and extraoral techniques, landmarks, processing of radiographs and the mounting and viewing of films are emphasized. Regulations and management of clients with special needs are covered. Students assess clients, complete treatment plans, and perform a required number of examinations and radiographic surveys on manikins and selected clients in a laboratory setting. Students are responsible for client recruitment.
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DA 105 Related Dental Sciences
Prerequisite: DA 101 and DA 102
1 lecture per week: 1 hr credit
This course gives the student a background in how other sciences affect our studies in dental assisting. The sciences consist of pharmacology and pathology. This is an introductory course of pathological conditions that occur within the oral cavity which the dental assistant must recognize as abnormal, and understand how to prevent disease transmission. An understanding of how pathological conditions will have an effect on the overall health of the patient. An introduction to pharmacology as it relates to the duties of the dental assistant will also be included.
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DA 106 Dental Materials for the Dental Assistant
Prerequisite: DA 101 and DA 102
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This course covers the basic science, clinical indications, manipulative variables and procedures, physical and mechanical characteristics, and clinical performance of materials used in dentistry. Lecture and laboratory emphasizes an understanding of the science of dental materials which is essential to assess patient needs, to plan for and treat those needs, and to evaluate treatment outcomes.
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DA 201 Dental Material II - Expanded Functions
Prerequisite: DA 103 , DA 104 , DA 105 , and DA 106
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This course will discuss in depth and provide laboratory experiences in expanded functions procedures of dental assisting. Expanded Functions include: supragingival scaling, coronal polishing, sealant placement, instrument sharpening, amalgam placement, composite placement, retraction cord placement, impression techniques, temporization techniques, vitality testing, and construction of custom trays and wax rims.
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DA 202 Dental Specialties
Prerequisite: DA 103 , DA 104 , DA 105 , and DA 106
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This course will emphasize the theoretical and practical implementation of the following dental specialties: oral maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, cosmetic, and pediatric dentistry.
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DA 299 Clinical Applications
Prerequisite: DA 103 , DA 104 , DA 105 , and DA 106
1 lecture, 6 clinical labs per week 7 hrs credit
This course will document the student’s participation in externships in a variety of dental office settings to achieve 300 hours of clinical practice experience. Weekly meetings for one hour to discuss and record externships and experiences will occur on campus. Students will also participate in a community service project. DANB board examination application procedures, and dental hygiene application procedures will also be discussed.
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Dental Hygiene |
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DH 101 Histology
Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator
2 lecture hrs per week: 2 hrs credit
A basic course in the minute structural and functional units of living tissue. This course provides sufficient knowledge of that part of the body whose healthful condition is the particular responsibility of the dental hygienist.
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DH 103 Head and Neck Anatomy and Tooth Morphology
Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator
3 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 5 hrs credit
This course provides a detailed study of nomenclature, morphologic characteristics, and physiologic relationships of human primary and permanent teeth. The study of the anatomical structure of the head and neck region of the human body will serve as a foundation of anatomical knowledge that is essential for patient care, understanding function, oral pathology, local pain, and the administration of anesthesia.
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DH 104 Dental Radiology
Prerequisite: DH 103
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This in-depth introduction to dental radiography concentrates on the history and characteristics of radiation in dentistry, technical aspects of radiation production, computerized digital radiography, and the components and functions of the dental X-ray machine. Hazards, safety precautions, and infection control are covered. Intraoral techniques, landmarks, processing of radiographs, and the mounting and viewing of films are emphasized. Regulations and management of clients with special needs are covered. Students assess clients, complete treatment plans, and perform a required number of examinations and radiographic surveys on mannequins and selected clients in a laboratory setting. Students are responsible for client recruitment.
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DH 105 Nutrition
Prerequisite: DH 101
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
This seminar provides a comprehensive review of the role of nutrients in the biological development of health and disease. Attention is given to the process of assimilating nutritional information and making it applicable to the clinical setting. Special emphasis will be placed on methods of controlling dental disease.
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DH 106 General and Oral Pathology
Prerequisite: DH 101
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
This course serves as an introduction to general pathology as it relates to oral pathological conditions. It discusses the pathogenesis, clinical appearance, and treatment of the more commonly seen conditions, as well as the sequence of events necessary for differential diagnosis. It discusses the role of the dental hygienist as part of the health care team in identifying, treating, and preventing oral diseases, as well as systemic diseases with oral complications.
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DH 107 Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene
Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator
1 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs credit
This is the first in a series of five clinical dental hygiene courses. The fundamentals course is designed for entry-level, first year dental hygiene students. The role and function of the dental hygienist in preventative dentistry is included. The foundation of knowledge in the practice of dental hygiene, the Prairie State College Dental Hygiene conceptual framework and program competencies are introduced. This knowledge provides an introduction to the theory associated with clinical procedures and patient care. Students are introduced to the operation of the dental equipment, infection control, and basic instrumentation.
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DH 108 Clinical Dental Hygiene I
Prerequisite: DH 107
2 lectures, 8 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This course offers an opportunity to develop competency in fundamental clinical skills in preparation for client treatment. The introduction of basic instrumentation principles and skills essential to assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation of client care are emphasized. Focus on clinical procedures for patient assessment will include infection control, health history, extra and intraoral examination, gingival evaluation, and periodontal assessment. Students will practice on mannequins and partners in order to develop their skills.
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DH 109 Clinical Dental Hygiene II
Prerequisite: DH 108
2 lectures, 8 lab hrs per week 4 hrs credit
This course is a continuation of the emphasis of the role of the dental hygienist as a preventative oral health care provider. Lecture and clinical experience is devoted to analyzing assessment and the decision process in the implementation of the process of care. Students will begin utilizing their clinical skills in providing comprehensive care to clients in an ethical manner. Topics will include non-surgical periodontal supportive procedures such as documentation, calculus, instrumentation, and extrinsic stain removal and caries management.
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DH 116 Periodontology
Prerequisite: DH 107
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
This course emphasizes, but is not limited to, the study of periodontal tissues in relation to etiology, pathogenesis, disease classification, critical analysis of patient assessment and rationale for therapy, using current theories of treatment and prognosis possibilities in the content of clinical practice.
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DH 120 Care of Special Populations
Prerequisite: DH 108
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
This course emphasizes care of clients with special oral and general systemic conditions. Included are people with physical, mental, social/emotional, and selected medical conditions, as well as the elderly and medically compromised. An interdisciplinary, problem-solving teaching strategy provides a comprehensive, coordinated approach to dental care for individuals with special needs.
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DH 201 Clinical Dental Hygiene III
Prerequisite: DH 109
1 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs credit
Lecture and clinical experience focus on the implementation of the process of care on clinical clients in the dental hygiene clinic. Students are introduced to additional non-surgical periodontal procedures in order to provide comprehensive client centered care. These include ultrasonics, pain control and introduction to tobacco cessation. Portfolio development is introduced to document the achievement of the dental hygiene program competencies.
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DH 202 Clinical Dental Hygiene IV
Prerequisite: DH 201
1 lecture, 16 lab hrs per week: 5 hrs credit
This course continues to build students’ knowledge and competence in providing the process of care to clients in the dental hygiene clinic. Students will utilize didactic and previous clinical experience in order to provide comprehensive dental hygiene care to clients with simple to complex needs. Emphasis on the development of critical thinking skills will be encouraged in order to provide efficient and effective patient centered care. Additional non-surgical periodontal therapies will be introduced.
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DH 203 Clinical Dental Hygiene V
Prerequisite: DH 202
1 lecture, 16 lab hrs per week: 5 hrs credit
This is a continuation of advanced didactic and clinical application of the process of care on clients in the dental hygiene clinic. Students will continue to refine their clinical skills to gain competency as they make the transition into the practice of dental hygiene. Advanced theory introduced will enable the student to expand dental hygiene care.
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DH 204 Ethics, Law, and Administration
Prerequisite: DH 202
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
This course, in addition to the areas of ethics and jurisprudence, examines the economics of dentistry, dental office management, employment considerations, resume preparation, and job interviewing. Emphasis is placed on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards, and the ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations, and preparation for employment are included.
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DH 205 Pharmacology
Prerequisite: DH 109
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
This course presents a study of drugs by groups, with special consideration of those used in dentistry, including their physical and chemical properties, dosage, and therapeutic effects.
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DH 207 The Science and Application of Dental Material
Prerequisite: DH 201
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This course covers the basic science, clinical indications, manipulative variables and procedures, physical and mechanical characteristics and clinical performance of materials used in dentistry. Lecture and laboratory emphasizes an understanding of the science of dental materials, which is essential to assess patient needs, to plan for and treat those needs, and to evaluate treatment outcomes.
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DH 220 Community Dental Health
Prerequisite: DH 201
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
Students learn the history and influence of public health concepts and practices on the dental hygiene profession. The theory, functions, services, and administration of public health organizations are summarized. Students use research tools and statistical analysis to review and interpret dental scientific literature. Field experience is emphasized in the form of dental health presentations that are developed by students and shared in diverse communities.
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Drafting |
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DRAFT 115 Blueprint Reading for Mechanical Trades
Prerequisite: None
2 lectures per week: 2 hrs credit
This course in blueprint reading emphasizes the sketching and reading of mechanical drawings. Topics include sketching of machine parts, common notations, fits and finish marks, threads and tapers, sectioning, isometric, and oblique drawings.
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DRAFT 116 GD&T Application and Interpretation
Prerequisite: DRAFT 115 with a C or better recommended
4 lab hours per week: 2 hrs credit
This course provides the student with all of the elements in order to apply geometric dimensioning and tolerance standards and practices for the interpretation of advanced manufacturing drawings.
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Early Childhood Education |
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ECED 103 Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course focuses on the personal health of the child and covers nutrition and safety issues. It meets the State of Illinois teacher certification requirement in health and general education.
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ECED 104 Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This overview of early childhood care and education includes basic values, structure, organization, and programming in early childhood education. A clinical component of 15 hours is required.
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ECED 105 Creative Activities for Children
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course introduces the theoretical framework for creativity and creative activities in the early childhood classroom and provides an overview of the developmental stages in children’s creative growth. Students explore art, music, creative movement and drama curriculum for young children.
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ECED 108 Math for the Young Child
Prerequisite: ED 101 with a “C” or better, ECED 104 with a “C” or better.
*Recommendation of placement into MATH 085 but not required.
3 hrs Lectures; 3 hrs transfer credit
This is a methods course that incorporates theories, research, and pedagogy as it relates to the emergence and development of mathematical concepts, knowledge, and skill development in young children. A review of basic mathematical concepts and terminology for teacher preparation in early childhood education is emphasized. Students explore principles of math methods and developmentally appropriate materials within the early childhood classroom. Students learn and demonstrate how to promote children’s emerging math skills and concepts through hands-on discovery and play. Planning, preparation, and assessment techniques for teaching a relevant early childhood math curriculum are included.
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ECED 110 Care and Education: Infants, Toddlers, Two Year Olds
Prerequisite: ED 101
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course provides an overview of developmentally appropriate infant, toddler, and 2-year old programs. Students focus on practices that foster children’s well-being, and on creating a curriculum and environment that supports physical and social growth and good communication with parents. Ten hours of supervised experience in a classroom for infants, toddlers or two year old children is required.
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ECED 115 Observation and Assessment of Young Children
Prerequisite: ED 101
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs credit
This course explores developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive observation and assessment strategies for studying the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of young children. Students will develop skill in using systematic observation and documentation techniques and understand the relationship between careful observation, assessment, and effective interaction with children. Field observations are a critical component of this course.
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ECED 120 Child, Family, and Community
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course examines ways in which the structure, values, and resources of family and community affect children. It explores the relationships between the child, family, community, and educators including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. (same as EDU 120)
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ECED 130 Guidance and Classroom Management
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course examines guidance practices and classroom management techniques with the aim of analyzing and modifying classroom behavior. The relationships between observation and effective interaction, classroom arrangement and teaching techniques is explored so students have the chance to apply child development theory to practical situations. (same as EDU 130 )
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ECED 150 Introduction to Early Childhood Center Administration - Legal Requirements
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
1 lecture per week: 1 hr credit
This course addresses legal responsibilities of a director of an early childhood center. Its focus is legal and licensing requirements of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
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ECED 151 Introduction to Early Childhood Center Administration - Program Operations
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
1 lecture per week: 1 hr credit
This course provides an introduction to the daily operations of a child care center. It focuses on current early childhood administrative practices, including child attendance safety, fiscal responsibilities such as report development and cash flow management, and mechanisms for communicating with parents.
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ECED 152 Introduction to Early Childhood Center Administration - Facilities Management
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
1 lecture per week: 1 hr credit
This course provides an introduction to the daily management of child care center facilities. It focuses on current early childhood administrative practices including maintenance of a healthy facility, food service supervision, and organization of educational materials.
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ECED 201 Sign Language I—Manual Communications I
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course is an introduction to sign language and deaf culture covering basic American sign language skills, both receptive and expressive. Course focus is on building sign vocabulary, fingerspelling, grammar and syntax rules as well as developing awareness of the deaf community.
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ECED 202 Sign Language II—Manual Communications II
Prerequisite: ECED 201
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This is a continuation of Sign Language I. It explores deaf culture, and introduces intermediate American sign language skills, both receptive and expressive. The course focuses on increasing sign language vocabulary, improving fingerspelling fluidity, and furthering knowledge of grammar and syntax.
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ECED 205 Language Arts for Children
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course focuses on teaching methods that foster the development of language in the young child, and explores the role of the teacher in creating an effective language arts curriculum. Students learn how to incorporate activities and materials that enhance the development of language and literacy. (same as EDU 205 )
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ECED 213 Multicultural Education
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
Multicultural education examines social factors that affect education decision-making and student achievement in United States schools. It addresses the need for intercultural competence, culturally-informed instructional strategies, promotion of social justice, and reduction of racism in order to create democratic classrooms. This course can be taken twice.
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ECED 214 Administration of Early Childhood Education Centers
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course is for teachers or directors of early childhood centers who wish to improve their skills in administration and supervision, and for those who want to become directors. Students explore licensing and accreditation standards, management processes including fiscal and legal guidelines, and staff management and supervision.
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ECED 217 Administration of Early Childhood Education Centers - Personnel, Families and Children
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs credit
This course is for teachers or directors of early childhood centers who wish to improve skills in center administration and for those who want to become directors. It focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to manage and provide mentoring and supervision for personnel and work effectively with diverse families and children. Early childhood leadership skills and child advocacy are an important part of the course.
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ECED 218 Administration of Early Childhood Education Centers - Practices and Procedures
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs credit
This course is for teachers or directors of early childhood centers who wish to improve their skills in center administration and for those who want to become directors. The course covers the management of early childhood centers, center fiscal and legal structures, space planning and development, and marketing.
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ECED 219 Applied Early Childhood Center Administration
Prerequisite: ECED 217 with a grade of C or better; ECED 218 with a grade of C or better
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs credit
This course focuses on the management and leadership responsibilities of an early childhood administrator. Students are expected to apply knowledge and skills gained in prerequisite courses. Inquiry-based projects will allow students to find realistic solutions for meeting the challenges of an administrative position. Students will work closely with local child care centers.
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ECED 251 Curriculum Design for Early Childhood Programs
Prerequisites: ED 101 and ECED 104 or instructor consent
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs credit
This course examines the principles that guide the planning, implementation, and evaluation of developmentally appropriate curriculum. It addresses goals and lesson plans; emerging curricula; scheduling; room arrangement and learning centers; materials and equipment; individual, small, and large group activities; and the teacher’s role in developing curricula for an inclusive program that promotes cultural diversity. Ten hours of supervised experience in a program for young children is required.
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ECED 297 Early Childhood Education Internship II
Prerequisite: ED 101 and ECED 104
2 lectures per week, 2 lab hrs: 3 hrs credit
Students in this class participate in an early childhood education and care job or special project under faculty supervision. Students use knowledge and practice skills gained in early childhood courses and training. Students may pursue a current educational topic or demonstrate understanding of early childhood education concepts. This course includes a combination of lecture and lab hours. It may be taken for variable credit, one to three credit hours. Students may enroll up to two times.
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ECED 298 Administration of an Early Childhood Center Internship
Prerequisite: ECED 217 with a grade of C or better; ECED 218 with a grade of C or better
20 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs credit
Students participate in an approved early childhood education center where they gain knowledge and skills through hands-on participation with the center’s administrative team. Students spend 20 hours per week at the internship site, and their work is evaluated by a faculty supervisor.
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ECED 299 Early Childhood Education Internship
Prerequisite: ED 101 and ECED 104 and consent of instructor
1 lecture, 10 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course includes participation in the Prairie State College Children’s Learning Center under faculty supervision. Students use knowledge and practice skills gained in early childhood education courses as they spend a minimum of 10 hours per week in the center. The course includes a one hour per week seminar that gives students a chance to discuss and review the internship experience.
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ECON 201 Macroeconomic Principles (S3 901)
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course provides an understanding of the structure, institutions, and general economic principles governing the operation of the American economy. Included are a study of the basic economic concepts and theories, and the forces which determine the level of production and employment in the economy. The basic principles of money and banking, economic growth and development and the world economy, and a study of the role that monetary and fiscal policy play in the determination of the economy’s level of production, employment and income are presented.
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ECON 202 Microeconomic Principles (S3 902)
Prerequisite: ECON 201
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course examines factors that determine the structure of resource and product markets, consumer choice, the sources that determine the level of production and employment in individual industries, and the factors which govern the level of price and output at which individual firms choose to operate. Attention is given to a study of international economics and certain contemporary economic problems.
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Education |
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ED 100 Foundations of American Public Education
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs credit
This course is an overview of American education as both a profession and a public enterprise. The social, historical, and philosophical foundations are used to give perspective to an examination of current issues, policies and trends in the field of education, including cultural diversity and the standards movement. The organization and structure, financing, and curriculum issues in education are also discussed. A clinical component of 15 hours is required.
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ED 101 Child Growth and Development
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This is a foundation course in the theories and principles of child growth and development from the prenatal through the adolescent years. It is an in-depth study of physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional development. There is a special emphasis on the application of this knowledge in planning, implementing, and assessing student activities.
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ED 160 Technology for Teachers
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course introduces educators to the use of the computer as an educational tool. The course focuses on a solid understanding of educational technology, and how to integrate computers into the classroom curriculum. Hands-on technology activities are an important part of the course. Students begin to develop their teaching portfolios.
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ED 212 Exceptional Child
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 099 or higher
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course provides an overview of children with exceptional cognitive, physical, social, and emotional characteristics. It includes an analysis of developmental and emotional needs imposed by exceptionality. Students consider identification protocols, intervention strategies, and teaching methods and programs designed to meet the needs of exceptional children (including but not limited to children with learning disabilities). Applicable federal and state laws and requirements are covered including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Individualized Family Service Plan, Individualized Education Plan and inclusive programs. This course fulfills the requirements of School Code, Article 25.25. A clinical component of 15 hours is required.
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ED 220 Children’s Literature
Prerequisite: ENG 101 with a C or better
3 lectures per week: 3 hrs transfer credit
This course focuses on the importance of children’s literature from preschool to adolescence and its enjoyment at home and in the classroom. Through reading a varied selection of books, students learn to evaluate, select, discuss, and use literature for children. It is recommended for teachers, aides, librarians and parents. (same as ENG 220 )
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ELEC 101 Fundamentals of Electricity
Prerequisite: AMATH 112 with a C or better; or MATH 090 with a C or better; or qualifying score on the Math Placement Test
2 hrs lectures; 2 hrs lab: 3 hrs credit
This is an introductory course in direct current electricity. The student will analyze series, parallel and combination circuits using Kirchhoff’s circuit and voltage laws, operation of measuring instruments and measurement techniques. The student will verify basic principles of electricity in the laboratory.
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ELEC 102 Alternating Current, Polyphase Circuits and Transformers
Prerequisite: ELEC 101 with a C or better; AMATH 112 with a C or better or MATH 090 with a C or better or qualifying score on Math Placement Test (recommended)
2 hrs lectures; 2 hrs lab; 3 hrs credit
This is a fundamental course in alternating current theory and analysis. Students will analyze circuits that include series and parallel configuration of resistance, inductance and capacitance. The analysis will include vector operations, complex impedance, phase angles, single- and three-phase representations, Delta and Wye circuits, measurements and power relationships. This course includes the study of the principles of transformer operation including load conditions, efficiency and testing.
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ELEC 110 Electronic Principles
Prerequisite: AMATH 112 with a C or better; MATH 090 with a C or better or qualifying score on Math Placement Test (recommended)
2 hrs lecture; 2 hrs lab; 3 hrs credit
This is a course covering the principles of how electronic devices work and how they are connected into basic electronic circuits. The content includes introductory analysis of voltage, current, resistance and power as found in electronic circuits. Principles covering diodes, transistors, thyristors, SCRs, integrated circuits and digital electronic fundamentals will also be covered. Students will calculate, wire and measure electronic circuits.
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ELEC 120 DC and AC Motors and Generators
Prerequisite:ELEC 102 with a C or better
2 hrs lectures; 2 hrs lab; 3 hrs credit
This course is a study of DC and AC generators and motors. Topics covered include motor construction, basic principles, speed-voltage characteristics and regulation of the generator. Also covered are the principles, speed-torque characteristics, type of field excitation, and starting procedures of motors. Single phase and poly-phase generators, motors and switching equipment are covered. Motor theory wiring, troubleshooting, and safety will be emphasized.
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ELEC 121 Electrical Controls for Machines
Prerequisite: ELEC 102 with a C or better
2 hrs lecture; 2 hrs lab; 3 hrs credit
This is a course in industrial controls which are frequently used in industry to control motors. Single and three-phase systems are covered. Industry standards and codes are presented throughout for promoting an understanding of safety and preventive maintenance. Practical experiences include wiring motor starters, reversing and motor sequencing and controlling these with different control devices and sensors.
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ELEC 122 Variable Speed Drives
Prerequisite: ELEC 102 with a C or better
1 hr lecture; 2 hrs lab; 2 hrs credit
This is a fundamental course in complex drive circuits with an emphasis on both troubleshooting and maintenance. The course will focus on digital regenerative DC drives and frequency inverters as well as mechanical and electrical installation, set-up, tuning, programming, operating, and troubleshooting of each drive.
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ELEC 130 Electric Wiring
Prerequisite: ELEC 101 with a C or better; AMATH 112 with a C or better, MATH 090 with a C or better or qualifying score on Math Placement Test (recommended)
2 hrs lectures; 2 hrs lab; 3 hrs credit
This course is a course in residential wiring. The course is designed to help develop an understanding of the electrical principles involved and the physical wiring practices. The course focuses on the technical skills required to perform electrical installations, including calculating circuit size and voltage drops, ampacity, conductor/raceway sizing, service entrance requirements as well as grounding/bonding procedures.
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ELEC 131 Conduit Bending and Threading
Prerequisite: MATH 085 with a C or better, or qualifying score on Math Placement Test
1 hr lecture; 2 hrs lab; 2 hrs credit
This course teaches how to calculate and bend EMT and PVC conduit up to one-inch for electrical use. Bending and threading of rigid conduit is also covered.
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ELEC 132 Print Reading for Electricians
Prerequisite: None
2 hrs lectures; 0 hrs lab; 2 hrs credit
This course provides the student a background in the reading and interpreting blueprints and wiring diagrams pertaining to single family dwellings, commercial locations, and industrial locations, special and hazardous locations as well as schematic drawings. students will be exposed to the codes and use of tables and schedules.
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ELEC 140 Industrial and Electrical Safety
Prerequisite: None
2 hrs lectures: 0 hrs lab; 2 hrs credit
This course covers the basic dangers and safety precautions that should be observed in an industrial or commercial workplace setting. Topics include tool and machine safety, lock out/tag out procedures, fire protection, eye safety, electrical safety, and chemical safety.
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ELEC 141 National Electrical Code
Prerequisite: ELEC 102 with a grade of C or better (required); ELEC 130 (recommended).
2 hrs lectures; 0 hrs lab; 2 hrs credit
This course is a review of the National Electric Code and the areas to which it is most frequently applied are covered in detail. Topics covered include: maximum current for each wire size, overcurrent protection, wiring methods and materials, motor controllers, transformers, switchboards, and emergency systems.
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ELEC 142 Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Prerequisite: ELEC 121 (recommended)
2 hrs lectures; 0 hrs lab; 2 hrs credit
This course in methods of preventive maintenance of electrical equipment which includes insulation testing and evaluation, electronic testing, AC generator and motor checking, overcurrent protection and associated system distribution troubleshooting.
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