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Course Outline PSY 216* - Social Psychology (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): PSY 200
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Examines individuals in social contexts, their social roles, group processes and intergroup relations. Acquaints students with a scientific understanding of how the presence of other people, interactions with other people, and other situational factors influence human thoughts and behaviors. The assignments in the course require college-level reading, analysis of scholarly studies, and coherent communication through written reports (including the production of at least one APA-formatted individual writing assignment). Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline PSY 220 - Introduction to Behavior Modification (3 CR)
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Studies the history of behaviorism and the principles and applications of behavior modification. Emphasizes observation and application of behavior modification principles. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline PSY 225* - Theories of Personality (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): PSY 200
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Studies the major personality theories and their applications. Includes psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, and humanistic perspectives. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline PSY 230* - Developmental Psychology (3 CR)
Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for EDE 11* /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Traces development in context from pre-conception to death, including the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial domains. Examines methods of scientific inquiry as they apply to lifespan development. Addresses the interrelatedness of developmental domains, as well as the interdependent influences of environment and biology. Students majoring in or considering a major in Psychology should complete PSY 200 prior to PSY 230. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline PSY 235* - Child Psychology (3 CR)
Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in EDE 11* /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline PSY 236* - Adolescent Psychology (3 CR)
Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in EDE 11* /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline PSY 270* - Human Sexuality (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): PSY 200
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Radiation Oncology |
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Course Outline ROC 110 - Introduction to Radiation Oncology (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 115 - Therapeutic Radiation Safety (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline ROC 120* - Radiation Oncology/Pathology I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 110
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces malignant pathology arising in each anatomical site, radiation treatment rationale, treatment techniques, and radiobiological response. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ROC 121* - Radiation Oncology/Pathology II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 , ROC 120*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 125 - Pre-Clinical Techniques in Radiation Oncology (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 131 - Clinical Clerkship I (4 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 132* - Clinical Clerkship II (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 131
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 141* - Therapy Physics I (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 , MTH 161*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 142 - Patient Care in Oncology (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline ROC 145* - Quality Improvement (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 110
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 151 - Introduction to Cross-Sectional Anatomy (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 225* - Emerging Technologies in Radiation Oncology (1 CR)
Corequisite(s): ROC 232*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 231* - Clinical Clerkship III (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 132*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 232* - Clinical Clerkship IV (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 231*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 241* - Therapy Physics II (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 141*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 242* - Clinical Radiobiology (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 and ROC 120* Corequisite(s): ROC 121*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline ROC 243* - Dosimetry Planning (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ROC 110 , MTH 161*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces clinical dosimetry and treatment planning to include various treatment techniques, calculations, equations, and beam arrangements. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline ROC 244* - Professional Seminar (3 CR)
Pre/Corequisite(s): All Radiation Oncology Core Courses
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Designed to correlate all major radiation oncology subject areas in preparation for national certification. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Radiography |
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Course Outline RAD 111 - Radiologic Science I (4 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 112 - Radiologic Science II (4 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 115* - Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): The student must be American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in a primary category: Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or ARRT eligible.
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Presents concepts of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Physics. Teaches fundamentals of Magnetic Resonance and application of principles. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline RAD 121 - Radiographic Procedures I (4 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 125 - Patient Care Procedures (3 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 131 - Elementary Clinical Procedures I (3 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 132* - Elementary Clinical Procedures II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): RAD 131
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 190* - Coordinated Internship (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): RAD 132*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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. 20 Clinical hours per week for a 15 weeks or 30 hours per week for 10 weeks.
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Course Outline RAD 205 - Radiation Protection and Radiobiology (3 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 215* - Correlated Radiographic Theory (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): RAD 111 , RAD 231* and RAD 240
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 221* - Radiographic Procedures II (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): RAD 121
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 228* - Enhanced Patient Care for Computed Tomography Imaging (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): The student must be American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in a primary category: Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or ARRT eligible.
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 231* - Advanced Clinical Procedures I (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): RAD 190*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 232* - Advanced Clinical Procedures II (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): RAD 231*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 240 - Radiographic Pathology (3 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 242* - Computed Tomography Procedures and Instrumentation (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): The student must be American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in a primary category: Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or ARRT eligible.
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Focuses on the patient care, imaging procedure and physics, and instrumentation related to computed tomography imaging. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline RAD 244* - Case Studies in CT (Computed Tomography) (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ARRT or eligible
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Presents case studies in computed tomography. Focuses on both abnormal and normal studies. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline RAD 245 - Radiologic Specialties (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 247* - Cross-Sectional Anatomy (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): The student must be American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in a primary category: Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or ARRT eligible.
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 248* - Case Studies in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): The student must be American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in a primary category: Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or ARRT eligible.
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline RAD 251* - Enhanced Patient Care for Magnetic Resonance (MR) Imaging (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): The student must be American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in a primary category: Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or ARRT eligible.
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Religion |
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Course Outline REL 200 - Survey of the Old Testament (3 CR)
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline REL 210 - Survey of the New Testament (3 CR)
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Surveys the New Testament, with special attention upon placing the writings within their historical and geographical setting. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline REL 230 - Religions of the World (3 CR)
Course Type: Passport Transfer Class
Description: Studies major religious traditions originating in the Near East, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Examines origins, values, ethics, teachings, and practices. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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RV/Motorcycle Maintenance |
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Course Outline RVH 130 - Motorcycle Rider Safety - Beginner (1 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Safety |
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Course Outline SAF 127 - Industrial Safety (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Sociology |
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Course Outline SOC 200 - Introduction to Sociology (3 CR)
Course Type: Passport Transfer Class
Description: Introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology with attention to sociological theory, research methods, and the impact of social inequality. Examines a variety of topics such as culture, race, social class, gender, major social institutions and their role in contemporary society, and the processes of social change. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline SOC 215 - Sociology of the Family (3 CR)
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces tools to study family life through the sociological lens. Explores a variety of topics including various familial forms, divorce, and domestic violence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline SOC 266 - Race and Ethnicity (3 CR)
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Considers race and ethnicity as social constructs that deeply affect personal experience and social institutions. Examines the relationships of racial and ethnic groups with each other and with larger society including ideas of racial inequality both individually and systemically. Introduces significant theoretical approaches to the study of race and ethnicity. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline SOC 268 - Social Problems (3 CR)
Course Type: Passport Transfer Class
Description: Introduces the fundamental concepts underlying social problems construction with attention to how these problems are defined, understood and arbitrated. Examines a variety of topics such as researching social problems and policymaking. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Spanish |
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Course Outline SPA 101 - Beginning Spanish I (4 CR)
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Spanish sentence structure. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline SPA 102* - Beginning Spanish II (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): SPA 101
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Spanish sentence structure. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline SPA 201* - Intermediate Spanish I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): SPA 102*
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Continues to develop understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Spanish is spoken in the classroom. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline SPA 202* - Intermediate Spanish II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): SPA 201*
Course Type: Intended for Transfer
Description: Continues to develop understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Spanish is spoken in the classroom. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Student Development |
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SDV 90 - Coordinated Internship (1 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Business and Professional Services (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in business and professional service. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Culinary Arts (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in the culinary arts. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Engineering and Mathematics (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in engineering and mathematics. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Health Professions (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in health professions. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Information Technology (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in information technology. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Transfer (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores transfer options for achieving academic goals. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Public Service (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in public service. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Science (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in science. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 101 - Orientation to Visual Design (2 CR)
Course Type: Program Requirement
Description: Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services 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. Explores the careers, skills, and pathways in communication design. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SDV 106 - Preparation for Employment (1 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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SDV 190 - Coordinated Internship in Student Development I (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Interns work approximately 10-15 hours per week. For students who have completed at least 50% of their degree or certificate. Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
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SDV 290 - Coordinated Internship in Student Development II (3 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Interns work approximately 15-20 hours per week. For students nearing graduation. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
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Surgical Technology |
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Course Outline SUR 100* - Introduction to Surgical Technology (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Placement recommendation for ENG 111 , ENG 111 /EDE 11* or have successfully completed EDE 10 .
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces professional practice concepts within the profession of surgical technology with emphasis on the profession and career opportunities. Introduces concepts such as group dynamics, effective communication, organization, prioritization, and delegation. Emphasizes standards of practice and codes of conduct for surgical technologists. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 135 - Infection Control (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces the fundamentals of surgical microbiology. Includes an introduction to cell structure and theory, microbial function, human pathogen relationships, infectious process, blood borne and airborne pathogens, defense microorganisms, infection control, and microbial control and destruction. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 140* - Surgical Care I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Surgical Technology Program Corequisite(s): SUR 145*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces concepts of the surgical process including preparing the patient for surgery, transporting, positioning, and special preparation procedures of the surgical patient. Presents diagnostic and assessment procedures of the surgical patient including the importance of safety. Discusses the basic principles of aseptic technique. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 145* - Surgical Care Skills I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Surgical Technology Program Corequisite(s): SUR 140*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces students to the surgical process, including aspects of the operating room environment. Provides students with the opportunity to practice preparation, transportation, and positioning of the patient for surgery. Practice of hand hygiene, the surgical hand scrub, opening of sterile supplies, donning and doffing operating room attire and personal protective equipment. Laboratory 9 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 150* - Surgical Instrumentation (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Surgical Technology Program
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment used in the operating room for surgical procedures. Includes identification of instruments based on use, type, function, and design. Emphasizes use of surgical instruments to perform safely and effectively in the operating room environment. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 195 - Topics in Surgical Technology (2 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. Introduces the student to surgical procedures in the specialties of general, gynecological, and orthopedic surgery. Pathophysiology, surgical anatomy, instrumentation, and procedural steps are discussed and combined with a consistent method of reinforcement at the clinical site. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 210* - Surgical Procedures (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): SUR 140* , SUR 145*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Introduces surgical procedures and the role of the surgical technologist. Introduces procedures for surgical specialties such as General, Gynecological, Obstetrics, Genitourinary, EENT (Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat), Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Cardiac, Vascular, Pediatric, Plastic, Transplant, and Trauma surgery. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 230 - Clinical Applications (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Surgical Technology Program
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Provides extensive clinical experience in all central sterilization areas, in addition to instruction and practice in areas such as selecting instruments, equipment, and supplies; using proper procedures; identifying regulations, standards, and safety. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 12 hours. Total 13 hours per week.
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SUR 240* - Surgical Care II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): SUR 140* , SUR 145* and BIO 142* Corequisite(s): SUR 245*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Builds on Surgical Care I by introducing anesthetics, wound healing, incisions, and suturing techniques. Presents principles of wound healing including types, stages, and complications. Provides foundational knowledge in the preparation and care of surgical supplies and equipment. Reviews responsibilities related to the surgical technologies in the scrub and circulating roles. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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SUR 245* - Surgical Care Skills II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): SUR 140* , SUR 145* and BIO 142* Corequisite(s): SUR 240*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Builds upon essential skills to perform safely and competently in the operating room environment. Emphasizes active learning and critical thinking in the lab setting. Uses simulations to introduce skills in setting up a back table, mayo stand and passing instruments. Focuses on anticipating the needs of the surgeon and team members. Covers demonstration of counting procedures to prevent retained items and maintaining the sterile field to prevent contamination. Laboratory 9 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 260* - Surgical Technology Clinical Practicum (8 CR)
Prerequisite(s): SUR 135 , SUR 150* , SUR 240* , and SUR 245* Pre/Corequisite(s): SUR 210*
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Provides continued study and extensive clinical experience in all surgical specialties. Emphasis is on clinical practice thereby further enhancing theoretical and practical knowledge of select procedures, surgical instrumentation, supplies and equipment. The scrub and circulating roles of the surgical technologist including aseptic technique and case preparation for select surgical procedures continue to be emphasized. Laboratory 24 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 296 - On-Site Training in Surgical Technology (5 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Specializes in career orientation and training program without pay in selected businesses and industry, supervised and coordinated by the college. Lecture 5 hours per week.
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Course Outline SUR 298 - Seminar and Project in Surgical Technology (4 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. Focuses on an overview of theoretical knowledge in preparation for the national certification exam. Course topics include test taking skills, job seeking skills, professionalism related to the surgical technology field, resume preparation, interviewing techniques and professional credentialing. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline WEL 120 - Introduction to Welding (3 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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 and plasma arc cutting. Emphasizes procedures in the use of tools and equipment. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline WEL 121* - Arc Welding (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): WEL 120
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline WEL 130* - Inert Gas Welding (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): WEL 120
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline WEL 135* - Inert Gas Welding (2 CR)
Prerequisite(s): WEL 120
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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.
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Course Outline WEL 145 - Welding Metallurgy (3 CR)
Course Type: Not Intended for Transfer
Description: 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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ENG LIT - Literature Elective (3 CR)
Description: Any of the following Literature courses will satisfy this requirement:
Lecture 3 hours per week
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Engineering/Science ELE - Engineering/Science Elective (3 CR)
You may select any of the courses in the All Course Options list that you have satisfied the corequisites and prerequisites for and that you have not already completed. The courses listed by major below are generally appropriate to the 4-year majors listed. However, they may not be applicable to these programs at all institutions. Check with your intended 4-year college or university to verify which of these courses are preferred for your intended major.
Description: All Course Options
CHM 112* General Chemistry II 4 CR
CHM 241* Organic Chemistry I 3 CR /CHM 245* Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 2 CR
EGR 125* Introduction to Computer Programming for Engineers 4 CR
EGR 240* Statics 3 CR
EGR 206* Engineering Economy 3 CR
EGR 245* Dynamics 3 CR
EGR 246* Mechanics of Materials 3 CR
EGR 270* Fundamentals of Computer Engineering 4 CR
EGR 271* Electric Circuits I 4 CR
EGR 272* Electric Circuits II 4 CR
Aerospace Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Biological Systems Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 245 & any other course listed
Biomedical Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Chemical Engineering: CHM 1122, CHM 2411 & CHM 2451 & any other course listed
Civil Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Computer Engineering: EGR 1252, EGR 270, EGR 271 & EGR 272
Construction Engineering and Management: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 245 & EGR 246
Electrical Engineering: EGR 1252, EGR 270, EGR 271 & EGR 272
Industrial and Systems Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 245 & EGR 246
Materials Science Engineering: EGR 2402, CHM 112, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Mechanical Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & EGR 271
Mining Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Ocean Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
1 CHM 241 and CHM 245 must be taken concurrently.
2 Take the first course listed for your intended major in your first elective slot in your second semester in order to meet the prerequisite requirements for later elective courses.
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Engineering/Science ELE - Engineering/Science Elective II (3 CR)
You may select any of the courses in the All Course Options list that you have satisfied the corequisites and prerequisites for and that you have not already completed. The courses listed by major below are generally appropriate to the 4-year majors listed. However, they may not be applicable to these programs at all institutions. Check with your intended 4-year college or university to verify which of these courses are preferred for your intended major.
Description: All Course Options
CHM 112* General Chemistry II 4CR
CHM 241* Organic Chemistry I 3CR /CHM 245* Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 2CR
EGR 125* Introduction to Computer Programming for Engineers 4CR
EGR 240* Statics 3CR
EGR 206* Engineering Economy 3CR
EGR 245* Dynamics 3CR
EGR 246* Mechanics of Materials 3CR
EGR 270* Fundamentals of Computer Engineering 4CR
EGR 271* Electric Circuits I 4CR
EGR 272* Electric Circuits II 4CR
Aerospace Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Biological Systems Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 245 & any other course listed
Biomedical Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Chemical Engineering: CHM 1122, CHM 2411 & CHM 2451 & any other course listed
Civil Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Computer Engineering: EGR 1252, EGR 270, EGR 271 & EGR 272
Construction Engineering and Management: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 245 & EGR 246
Electrical Engineering: EGR 1252, EGR 270, EGR 271 & EGR 272
Industrial and Systems Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 206, EGR 245 & EGR 246
Materials Science Engineering: EGR 2402, CHM 112, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Mechanical Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & EGR 271
Mining Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
Ocean Engineering: EGR 2402, EGR 245, EGR 246 & any other course listed
1 CHM 241 and CHM 245 must be taken concurrently.
2 Take the first course listed for your intended major in your first elective slot in your second semester in order to meet the prerequisite requirements for later elective courses.
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