2015-16 Virginia Western Academic Catalog 
    
    May 18, 2024  
2015-16 Virginia Western Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Psychology

  
  • PSY 225 - Theories of Personality

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 200 , 201 or 202.

    Studies the major personality theories and their applications. Includes psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, and humanistic perspectives. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • PSY 230 - Developmental Psychology

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Studies the development of the individual from conception to death. Follows a life-span perspective on the development of the person’s physical, cognitive, and psychosocial growth. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • PSY 235 - Child Psychology

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Studies development of the child from conception to adolescence. Investigates physical, intellectual, social and emotional factors involved in the child’s growth. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • PSY 236 - Adolescent Psychology

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Studies development of the adolescent. Investigates physical, intellectual, social, and emotional factors of the individual from late childhood to early adulthood. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • PSY 270 - Human Sexuality

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 200 , PSY 201 or PSY 202.

    Focuses on scientific investigation of human sexuality and psychological and social implications of such research. Considers socio-cultural influences, the physiology and psychology of sexual response patterns, sexual dysfunctions, and development of relationships. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Radiation Oncology

  
  • ROC 110 - Introduction to Radiation Oncology

    (2 CR)
    Presents an overview of the field of Radiation Oncology, focusing on medical and technical terminology, practices and procedures, treatment charts, roles of staff, clinical objectives, treatment modalities, and equipment. Other topics include patient care, psychosocial issues, ethics and legal considerations of patient management. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 115 - Therapeutic Radiation Safety

    (1 CR)
    Presents an overview of radiation protection focusing on detection and measurement, shielding and room design, somatic and genetic effects, maximum permissible does, surveys, source handling, personnel monitoring, and organizations and agencies that guide radiation protection procedures. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • ROC 120 - Radiation Oncology/Pathology I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 .

    Introduces malignant pathology arising in each anatomical site, radiation treatment rationale, treatment techniques, and radiobiological response. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 121 - Radiation Oncology/Pathology II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 , ROC 120 .

    A continuation of Radiation Oncology I, which focuses on malignant pathology arising in each anatomical site, radiation rationale, treatment techniques, and radiobiological response. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 125 - Pre-Clinical Techniques in Radiation Oncology

    (2 CR)
    Focuses on basic technical skills in preparation for patient set up and treatment in the clinical setting. Emphasizes simulation and treatment parameters. Focuses on students gaining basic understanding of basic techniques and patient care skills through phantom and lab work prior to direct patient contact. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 131 - Clinical Clerkship I

    (4 CR)
    Introduces students to the clinical setting and the basics of Radiation Oncology. Covers basic technical and patient care skills through supervised direct patient contact and phantom work. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 15 hours. Total 16 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 132 - Clinical Clerkship II

    (5 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 131 .

    The student continues supervised direct patient contact and phantom work with focus on technical skills related to equipment manipulation. With minimal assistance the student should be able to perform basic treatment and simulation procedures as well as basic patient care skills. Clinical 25 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 141 - Therapy Physics I

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 , MTH 163 .

    Focuses on concepts of radiation production, interaction, and influencing factors. Emphasis is placed on atomic interactions and dose measurement techniques. Presents a comprehensive overview of the different types of machines used in Radiation Oncology. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 142 - Patient Care in Oncology

    (1 CR)
    Focuses on the unique needs of the cancer patient, including: site specific side effects, pharmacology, skin care, psychological and nutritional support, and patient care in emergency situations. Explores use of chemotherapeutic agents. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • ROC 145 - Quality Improvement

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 .

    Methods for performing various quality assurance tasks will be discussed, including the medical record component, as well as standards and specification of therapeutic equipment. Allows the student to acquire the knowledge and ability to recognize inaccuracy of treatment delivery. Reviews warm-up guidelines. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 151 - Introduction to Cross-Sectional Anatomy

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 121 . Corequisite(s): ROC 120 .

    Introduces the study of basic anatomic structures and pathologies through digital concepts of medical imaging with emphasis on principles and practices of Radiation Oncology and diagnostic radiography. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 225 - Emerging Technologies in Radiation Oncology

    (1 CR)
    Corequisite(s): ROC 232 .

    Focuses on new and advanced techniques in Radiation Oncology. Emphasizes emerging procedures in simulation and treatment relative to tumor site and modality. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • ROC 231 - Clinical Clerkship III

    (5 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 132 .

    A continuation of Clinical Clerkship II, introduces the student to intermediate and complex treatment and simulation procedures as well as dosimetry, beam modification devices and brachytherapy competencies. The student should demonstrate proficiency in equipment manipulation and intermediate patient care skills. Clinical 25 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 232 - Clinical Clerkship IV

    (5 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 231 .

    The student performs intermediate procedures with minimal assistance and demonstrates comprehension of tasks related to complex procedures. During this clerkship the student should demonstrate the ability to work more independently. Clinical 25 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 241 - Therapy Physics II

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 141 .

    Studies methods and devices used for measurement of and protection from ionizing radiation. Discusses types of brachytherapy applicators and dose distributions systems and includes brachytherapy dose calculation exercises. Introduces electron beam dosimetry. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 242 - Clinical Radiobiology

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 110  and ROC 120 . Corequisite(s): ROC 121 .

    This course is an advance study into the principles of biologic responses to radiation. Focuses on the events that occur following absorption of energy from radiation at the cellular, tissue, and systemic whole body levels, and factors that influence the effects. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 243 - Dosimetry Planning

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 , MTH 163 .

    Introduces clinical dosimetry and treatment planning to include various treatment techniques, calculations, equations, and beam arrangements. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ROC 244 - Professional Seminar

    (2 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): All Radiation Oncology Core Courses.

    Designed to correlate all major radiation oncology subject areas in preparation for national certification. Lecture 2 hours per week.

Radiography

  
  • RAD 111 - Radiologic Science I

    (4 CR)
    Teaches concepts of radiation, radiography physics, fundamentals of electromagnetic radiation, electricity and magnetism, and application of these principles to radiography. Focuses on X-ray production, emission, and X-ray interaction with matter. Develops skills in analysis, quantification and synthesis, and applies problem-solving strategies. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 112 - Radiologic Science II

    (4 CR)
    Teaches concepts of radiation, radiography physics, fundamentals of electromagnetic radiation, electricity and magnetism, and application of these principles to radiography. Focuses on X-ray production, emission, and X-ray interaction with matter. Develops skills in analysis, quantification and synthesis, and applies problem-solving strategies. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 115 - Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Presents concepts of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Physics. Teaches fundamentals of Magnetic Resonance and application of principles. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 121 - Radiographic Procedures I

    (4 CR)
    Introduces procedures for positioning the patient’s anatomical structures relative to X-ray beam and image receptor. Emphasizes procedures for routine examination of the chest, abdomen, extremities, and axial skeleton. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 125 - Patient Care Procedures

    (3 CR)
    Presents the care and handling of the sick and injured patient in the Radiology Department. Introduces the fundamentals of nursing procedures, equipment, and supplies specific to radiology. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 131 - Elementary Clinical Procedures I

    (3 CR)
    Develop advanced technical skills in fundamental radiographic procedures. Focuses on introduction to radiography, basic radiation safety, manipulation of equipment, patient care, osseous studies, skull procedures, and contrast studies. Provides clinical experience in cooperating health agencies. Clinical 15 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 132 - Elementary Clinical Procedures II

    (3 CR)
    Develop advanced technical skills in fundamental radiographic procedures. Focuses on introduction to radiography, basic radiation safety, manipulation of equipment, patient care, osseous studies, skull procedures, and contrast studies. Provides clinical experience in cooperating health agencies. Clinical 15 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 190 - Coordinated Internship

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): RAD 132 .

    Introduces advanced technical skills in fundamental radiographic procedures. Focuses on basic contrast media studies, osseous studies, and skull procedures. Provides clinical experiences in health care agencies. Clinical 15 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 196 - On-Site CT (Computed Tomography) Training

    (1 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Specializes in career orientation and training program without pay in selected businesses and industry, supervised and coordinated by the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Laboratory 5 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 205 - Radiation Protection and Radiobiology

    (3 CR)
    Studies methods and devices used for protection from ionizing radiation. Teaches theories of biological effects, cell and organism sensitivity, and the somatic and genetic effects of ionizing radiation. Presents current radiation protection philosophy for protecting the patient and technologist. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 215 - Correlated Radiographic Theory

    (2 CR)
    Presents intensive correlation of all major radiologic technology subject areas. Studies interrelationships of biology, physics, principles of exposure, radiologic procedures, patient care, and radiation protection. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 221 - Radiographic Procedures II

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): RAD 121 .

    Continues procedures for positioning the patient’s anatomical structures relative to X-ray beam and image receptor. Emphasizes procedures for routine examination of the skull, contrast studies of internal organs, and special procedures employed in the more complicated investigation of the human body. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 228 - Enhanced Patient Care for Computed Tomography Imaging

    (3 CR)
    Applies critical thinking skills including but not limited to patient assessment and care, contract administration, and radiation safety, as related to those patients receiving CT diagnostic/ interventional imaging services. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 231 - Advanced Clinical Procedures I

    (5 CR)
    Reinforces technical skills in fundamental radiographic procedures. Introduces more intricate contrast media procedures. Focuses on technical proficiency, application of radiation, protection, nursing skills, and exposure principles. Teaches advanced technical procedures and principles of imaging modalities, correlating previous radiographic theory, focusing on full responsibility for patients in technical areas, perfecting technical skills, and developing awareness of related areas utilizing ionizing radiation. Provides clinical experience in cooperating health agencies. Clinical 25 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 232 - Advanced Clinical Procedures II

    (5 CR)
    Reinforces technical skills in fundamental radiographic procedures. Introduces more intricate contrast media procedures. Focuses on technical proficiency, application of radiation, protection, nursing skills, and exposure principles. Teaches advanced technical procedures and principles of imaging modalities, correlating previous radiographic theory, focusing on full responsibility for patients in technical areas, perfecting technical skills, and developing awareness of related areas utilizing ionizing radiation. Provides clinical experience in cooperating health agencies. Clinical 25 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 240 - Radiographic Pathology

    (3 CR)
    Presents a survey of common medical and surgical disorders that affect radiographic image. Discusses conditions related to different systems of the human body. Studies the correlation of these conditions with radiographs. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 242 - Computed Tomography Procedures and Instrumentation

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Focuses on the patient care, imaging procedure and physics, and instrumentation related to computed tomography imaging. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 243 - Clinical Internship in Computed Tomography

    (1 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible, RAD 196 .

    Develops clinical skills in computed tomography imaging procedures. Laboratory 5 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 244 - Case Studies in CT (Computed Tomography)

    (1 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Presents case studies in computed tomography. Focuses on both abnormal and normal studies. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • RAD 245 - Radiologic Specialties

    (2 CR)
    Introduces the study of treatment of disease as it relates to various imaging modalities, computerized tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Introduces computers and other innovations in radiology. Emphasizes theory, principle of operation, and clinical application of these topics. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 247 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Presents a specialized study of cross-sectional anatomy relevant to sectional imaging modalities such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 248 - Case Studies in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Introduces student to role of collaborator in patient care by providing the critical thinking skills necessary to implement appropriate examination protocols and patient care essential for obtaining diagnostic images. Features cases that can be performed via Magnetic Resonance (MR) simulation or from actual MR examinations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 249 - Comprehensive Foundations of Breast Imaging

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Provides the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registered radiologic technologists with the educational foundation needed to complete the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and ARRT requirements of didactic education (clinical requirements not included) necessary to prepare for the ARRT certification exam in mammography. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 251 - Enhanced Patient Care for Magnetic Resonance (MR) Imaging

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Applies critical thinking skills including but not limited to patient assessment and care, contrast administration and magnet safety as related to those patients receiving MR services. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 252 - Foundational Mammography Clinical Training

    (1 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Designed to meet the initial MQSA/ARRT 25 supervised clinical mammography examinations mandated for students preparing to take the certification exam in mammography. The remaining mandatory exams are not included in this course and will be the responsibility of the student to obtain. Laboratory 2 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 290 - Coordinated Internship

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): RAD 232 .

    Provides additional experience in radiographic procedures, demonstrating skills in technical proficiency, patient care procedures, radiation protection, and evaluation of experience in cooperating health agencies. Clinical 15 hours per week.
  
  • RAD 293 - Studies In Radiography

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible.

    Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instructor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course’s viability as a permanent offering. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Religion

  
  • REL 200 - Survey of the Old Testament

    (3 CR)
    Surveys books of the Old Testament, with emphasis on prophetic historical books. Examines the historical and geographical setting and place of the Israelites in the ancient Middle East as background to the writings. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • REL 210 - Survey of the New Testament

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the New Testament, with special attention upon placing the writings within their historical and geographical setting. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • REL 230 - Religions of the World

    (3 CR)
    Introduces the religions of the world with attention to origin, history, and doctrine. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • REL 231 - Religions of the World I

    (3 CR)
    Studies religions of the world with attention to origin, history, and doctrine. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • REL 232 - Religions of the World II

    (3 CR)
    Studies religions of the world with attention to origin, history, and doctrine. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • REL 237 - Eastern Religions

    (3 CR)
    Studies major religious traditions of the East including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Zen Buddhism. Includes an analysis of Eastern philosophy and approach to life. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • REL 247 - History of Christianity

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the development of Christianity from its origins to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.

RV/Motorcycle Maintenance

  
  • RVH 130 - Motorcycle Rider Safety - Beginner

    (1 CR)
    This course is not eligible for financial aid. Studies principles and basic skills of motorcycle riding with an emphasis on safety. Includes street strategies, protective gear, and selection and care/maintenance of motorcycles. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Safety

  
  • SAF 127 - Industrial Safety

    (2 CR)
    Provides basic understanding of safety and health in an industrial situation. Includes hazardous materials, substances, conditions, activities and habits as well as the prescribed methods and equipment needed for the apprentice to protect himself/herself and others. Class attendance and completion of this course satisfies the 10-hour requirement to sit for the OSHA certification exam. Lecture 2 hours per week.

Sociology

  
  • SOC 200 - Principles of Sociology

    (3 CR)
    Introduces fundamentals of social life. Presents significant research and theory in areas such as culture, social structure, socialization, deviance, social stratification, and social institutions. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • SOC 215 - Sociology of the Family

    (3 CR)
    Studies topics such as marriage and family in social and cultural context. Addresses the single scene, dating and marriage styles, child-rearing, husband and wife interaction, single parent families, and alternative lifestyles. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • SOC 266 - Race and Ethnicity (eff. Fall 2012)

    (3 CR)
    Investigates minorities such as racial and ethnic groups. Addresses social and economic conditions promoting prejudice, racism, discrimination, and segregation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • SOC 268 - Social Problems

    (3 CR)
    Applies sociological concepts and methods to analysis of current social problems. Includes delinquency and crime, mental illness, drug addiction, alcoholism, sexual behavior, population crisis, race relations, family and community disorganization, poverty, automation, wars, and disarmament. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Spanish

  
  • SPA 101 - Beginning Spanish I

    (4 CR)
    Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Spanish sentence structure. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • SPA 102 - Beginning Spanish II

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 101 .

    Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Spanish sentence structure. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • SPA 201 - Intermediate Spanish I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 102 .

    Continues to develop understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Spanish is spoken in the classroom. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • SPA 202 - Intermediate Spanish II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 201 .

    Continues to develop understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Spanish is spoken in the classroom. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Student Development

  
  • SDV 100 - College Success Skills

    (1 CR)
    This course will assist students in establishing a connection with the college using a small group format to acquaint students with other students and with policies and programs of the college. The course also helps students to achieve their educational goals by addressing both the academic and personal/social skills necessary for college success. It will covers topics such as listening, test taking, and study skills; substance abuse, diversity, financial management, and personal growth and development. Finally the course will acquaint students with the college’s available services and resources that enhance students’ success. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • SDV 101 - Orientation to (Specify Discipline)

    (1 CR)
    Introduces students to the skills necessary to achieve their academic goals, services offered at the College, to the discipline in which they are enrolled, and to topics for students on academic probation. Covers topics such as services offered at the College including the learning resources center; counseling, and advising; listening, test taking, and study skills; and topical areas which are applicable to their particular discipline. Lecture 1-3 hours per week.
  
  • SDV 101 - Orientation to AMT/HIM

    (1 CR)
    Fall Only

    Introduces students to the skills necessary to achieve their academic goals, services offered at the College, to the discipline in which they are enrolled, and to topics for students on academic probation. Covers topics such as services offered at the College including the learning resources center; counseling, and advising; listening, test taking, and study skills; and topical areas which are applicable to their particular discipline. Lecture 1-3 hours per week.
  
  • SDV 101 - Orientation to CNA

    (1 CR)
    Introduces students to the skills necessary to achieve their academic goals, services offered at the College, to the discipline in which they are enrolled, and to topics for students on academic probation. Covers topics such as services offered at the College including the learning resources center; counseling, and advising; listening, test taking, and study skills; and topical areas which are applicable to their particular discipline. Lecture 1-3 hours per week.
  
  • SDV 101 - Orientation to Engineering

    (1 CR)
    Introduces students to the skills necessary to achieve their academic goals, services offered at the College, to the discipline in which they are enrolled, and to topics for students on academic probation. Covers topics such as services offered at the College including the learning resources center; counseling, and advising; listening, test taking, and study skills; and topical areas which are applicable to their particular discipline. Lecture 1-3 hours per week.
  
  • SDV 106 - Preparation for Employment

    (1 CR)
    Provides experience in resume writing, preparation of applications, letters of application, and successfully preparing for and completing the job interview. Assists students in identifying their marketable skills and aptitudes. Develops strategies for successful employment search. Assists students in understanding effective human relations techniques and communication skills in job search. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • SDV 108 - College Survival Skills

    (1 CR)
    Provides an orientation to the College. Introduces study skills, career and life planning. Offers an opportunity to engage in activities aimed at self-discovery. Emphasizes development of “coping skills” such as listening, interpersonal relations, competence, and improved self- concept. Recommended for students enrolled in developmental courses. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Telecommunications Management

  
  • TEL 150 - Internetworking I

    (4 CR)
    Network Fundamentals introduces the functions of each layer of the ISO/OSI reference model, data link and network addresses, data encapsulation, different classes of IP addresses and subnetting and the functions of the TCP/IP network-layer protocols. This course is part of the Cisco Networking AcademyTM, and all changes are in keeping with the requirements of Cisco. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • TEL 151 - Internetworking II

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): TEL 150  or ITN 109  

    Routing Protocols and Concepts teaches features of the Cisco IOS software, including log in, context-sensitive help, command history and editing, loading software, configuring and verifying IP addresses, preparing the initial configuration of a router, and adding routing protocols to the router configuration. This course is part of the Cisco Networking AcademyTM, and all changes are in keeping with the requirements of Cisco. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • TEL 250 - Internetworking III

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): TEL 151 .

    LAN Switching and Wireless studies the advantages of LAN segmentation using bridges, routers, and switches, Fast Ethernet configuring access lists; Spanning Tree Protocol; and Virtual LANs. This course is part of the Cisco Networking AcademyTM, and all changes are in keeping with the requirements of Cisco. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • TEL 251 - Internetworking IV

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): TEL 250 .

    Accessing the WAN focuses on the differences between the following WAN services: LAPB, Frame Relay, ISDN/LAP, HDLC, PPP, and DDR. This course is part of the Cisco Networking AcademyTM, and all changes are in keeping with the requirements of Cisco. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Veterinary Technology

  
  • VET 102 - Care and Maintenance of Small Domestic Animals

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Presents basic information about general and veterinary management of small domestic animals, especially dogs and cats. Provides information concerning animal and human safety, animal restraint, nutrition, common diseases, medical terminology, medical history, and other topics related to the care and maintenance of small animals. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Welding

  
  • WEL 120 - Introduction to Welding

    (3 CR)
    Introduces history of welding processes. Covers types of equipment and assembly of units. Stresses welding procedures such as fusion, non-fusion, and cutting oxyacetylene. Introduces arc welding. Emphasizes procedures in the use of tools and equipment. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • WEL 121 - Arc Welding

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 120  or divisional approval.

    Studies the operation of AC and DC power sources, weld heat, polarities and electrodes for use in joining various alloys by the SMAW process. Covers welds in different types of joints and different welding positions. Emphasizes safety procedures. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • WEL 130 - Inert Gas Welding

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 120  or divisional approval.

    Introduces practical operations in the uses of inert-gas-shield arc welding. Discusses equipment, safety operations, welding practice in the various positions, process applications, and manual and semi-automatic welding. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • WEL 135 - Inert Gas Welding

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 120  or divisional approval.

    Introduces practical operations in use of inert gas shielded arc welding. Studies equipment operation, setup, safety, and practice of GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG). Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • WEL 145 - Welding Metallurgy

    (3 CR)
    Studies steel classifications, heat treatment procedures, properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Discusses techniques and practices of testing welded joints and destructive/ nondestructive, visual magnetic, and fluorescent testing. Lecture 3 hours per week.
 

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