Catalog 2023-24 
    
    May 17, 2024  
Catalog 2023-24 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Nursing

  
  • NSG 112C - Health & Illness Concepts II (application)

    4.00 credits
    The focus of this course is to provide safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with chronic condition, across the lifespan in a variety of settings. This course builds upon curricular concepts. This course is a combination of clinical experience and simulation laboratory. Corequisite: NSG 112.
  
  • NSG 150 - LPN Transition to ADN (didactic)

    6.00 credits
    This course introduces the experienced LPN to the concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning. Principles of evidence-based nursing practice will include the identification of clinical practice problems, the evaluation of available evidence, and the integration of evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences in application to practice. Students are exposed to the core competencies that define the roles and responsibilities of an associate degree nurse. Emphasis is on expanded scope of practice, nursing process, and application of appropriate evidence-based protocols across the lifespan. Prerequisite: Formal acceptance into advanced placement program status. 
  
  • NSG 210 - Health & Illness Concepts III (didactic)

    7.00 credits
    This course builds upon prior nursing concepts covering health and illness concepts across the lifespan. Concepts covered are related to advanced reproduction, grief and loss, cognition, mood, self, infection, cellular regulation, mobility, fluid and electrolyte, metabolism and comfort. Corequisite: NSG 210C.
  
  • NSG 210C - Health & Illness Concepts III (application)

    5.00 credits
    This course allows the students to apply curricular concepts and nursing skills in the management of care for clients across the lifespan with acute, chronic and health promotion needs while developing aptitude in the supervision of others. Corequisite: NSG 210.
  
  • NSG 211 - Health & Illness Concepts IV (didactic)

    7.00 credits
    The focus of this course is a continuation of the nursing care and management of patients with critical, or acute and complex heathcare needs that affect individuals across the lifespan. The course applies prior nursing concepts with a focus on critical and rapidly changing client conditions, collaborating with the interdicsiplary team, and incorporating aspects of supervision. Corequisite: NSG 211C.
  
  • NSG 211C - Health & Illness Concepts IV (application)

    5.00 credits
    The focus of this course is to actively collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to two or more patients with acute, complex conditions, while incorproating appropriate assignment of tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel. Corequisite: NSG 211.
  
  • NSG 213 - Professional Concepts (didactic)

    3.00 credits
    This course provides opportunities to incorporate informatics, to apply evidence-based practice, and to explore quality improvement opportunities using the National Patient Safety Goals. Prerequisite: NSG 211 and NSG 211C. Corequisite: NSG 213C.
  
  • NSG 213C - Prof Concepts (appl) - Capstone Exp

    9.00 credits
    Capstone Practicum Experience (CPE): This course is the culmination of the care and management of the holistic, diverse, complex and/or unstable client. Emphasis is on the refinement of clinical decision making skills, achievement of clinical competence, and demonstration of professional nursing practice. Corequisite: NSG 213.

Office Systems

  
  • OST 120 - Business Editing Skills

    3.00 credits
    Students will analyze and apply reference tools to proofread, edit, and format business documents appropriate for distribution. Practical applications and use of an office reference manual are also incorporated. Recommended: Placement into WRI 121, keyboard by touch and word processing skills, or consent of instructor. English communication skills necessary.
  
  • OST 131 - 10-key Calculators

    1.00 credits
    Students will learn techniques to develop 10-key skills by touch. This course also covers the use of electronic printing calculators to solve simple business and mathematical problems.

Physical Education

  
  • PED 141C - Fundamentals of Healthy Movement

    1.00 credits
    The focus is on increasing core strength and stabilization, muscle balance, tone, coordination, and flexibility. Incorporates non-impact mat exercises designed to develop whole body awareness and control and includes modifications for various fitness levels.
  
  • PED 181A - Beginning Weight Training

    1.00 credits
    Stresses the proper techniques of weight lifting and the development of muscular strength and endurance. Individual programs developed which allow for body and strength differences and safety in lifting.
  
  • PED 182A - Beginning Aerobic Fitness

    1.00 credits
    Offers students knowledge and skills to stay fit for life. Teaches safe performance of movement and exercise in a progressive approach. Includes cardiovascular and muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Aerobic training principles stressed using target heart rate and Borg methods.
  
  • PED 182C - Beginning Fitness & Walking

    1.00 credits
    Beginning level, self-paced walking programs and a variety of conditioning exercises for specific body areas. Provides instruction for integrating walking into a lifetime fitness program.
  
  • PED 182R - Fitness and Conditioning for First Responders

    1.00 credits
    This course is designed to provide general fitness training opportunities, guidelines and strategies to prepare first responders for careers in firefighting, law enforcement, and emergency technical services.
  
  • PED 185Y - Yoga/Pilates Fusion

    1.00 credits
    Introduces the values and skills of Pilates and yoga. Includes basic Pilates and yoga philosophy and exercises for increased flexibility, improved health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living.
  
  • PED 186D - Ballroom Dance I

    1.00 credits
    Introduces the fundamental principles of ballroom dance. Places emphasis on proper partnering, style, and phrasing. Focuses on elementary steps of foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha-cha, and rumba.
  
  • PED 186E - Ballroom Dance II

    1.00 credits
    Continues the development of skills in ballroom dance at an intermediate level as well as enriching the depth of the dance technique and complexity of choreography. Focus placed on appropriate partnering in order to lead or follow, rhythm, style, and phrasing. Dances may include waltz, foxtrot, tango, quickstep, rumba, cha-cha, swing, samba, jive, and nightclub two step. Prerequisite: PED 186D.

Philosophy

  
  • PHL 103 - Critical Thinking

    3.00 credits
    Focuses on improving critical thinking, reasoning, assessment, and argumentation abilities in the personal, professional, and academic arenas. Emphasizes practical methods for developing arguments–rhetorical methods and tools of persuasion–as well as evaluating the validity of existing arguments, editorials, propaganda, and advertisements. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • PHL 204 - Philosophy of Religion

    3.00 credits
    Explores various philosophical perspectives on religion and issues traditionally taken up by religion, including the existence and attributes of God, faith, reason and mysticism, religion and science, religion and morality, religious language, and life after death. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • PHL 204M - Philosophy of Religion

    5.00 credits
    Explores various philosophical perspectives on religion and issues traditionally taken up by religion, including the existence and attributes of God, faith, reason and mysticism, religion and science, religion and morality, religious language, and life after death. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • PHL 209 - Business Ethics

    3.00 credits
    Designed primarily for students of business and related fields, this course examines the ethical issues that arise in several aspects of business. Historical and contemporary ethical theories are used to examine business practices in management, the use of computers, marketing, accounting, and international industry and commerce. May also address social and environmental impacts as corporate versus individual responsibilities. Prerequisite: WRI 121.

Physics

  
  • PHY 101 - Fundamentals of Physics I

    3.00 credits
    Laboratory science course designed for non-science majors. First term of a three-term series. A conceptual study of physics. Includes introduction to the scientific method, study of motion, mechanics, vectors, energy, simple machines, satellite motion, and atomic structure. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: PHY 101L.
  
  • PHY 101L - Fundamentals of Physics I Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 101. Corequisite: PHY 101.
  
  • PHY 102 - Fundamentals of Physics II

    3.00 credits
    Laboratory science course designed for non-science majors. Second term of a three-term series. A conceptual study of physics. Topics include properties of matter, heat, and thermodynamics. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: PHY 102L.
  
  • PHY 102L - Fundamentals of Physics II Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 102. Corequisite: PHY 102.
  
  • PHY 103 - Fundamentals of Physics III

    3.00 credits
    Laboratory science course designed for non-science majors. Third term of a three-term series. A conceptual study of physics. Topics include waves and sound, electricity and magnetism, and light and optics. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: PHY 103L.
  
  • PHY 103L - Fundamentals of Physics III Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 103. Corequisite: PHY 103.
  
  • PHY 201 - General Physics I (Algebra-based)

    4.00 credits
    Introductory physics (algebra based) for science majors, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-chiropractic and pre-physical therapy students. Topics include mechanics including statics, forces and motion energy, collisions, circular motion, and rotational dynamics. Prerequisite: MTH 111. MTH 111 can be taken concurrently with PHY 201. Corequisite: PHY 201L.
  
  • PHY 201L - Gen Physics I Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 201. Corequisite: PHY 201.
  
  • PHY 202 - General Physics II (Algebra-based)

    4.00 credits
    Topics include mechanical properties of matter, heat, waves, sound, and light. Algebra-based physics. Prerequisite: PHY 201. Corequisite: PHY 202L.
  
  • PHY 202L - Gen Physics II Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 202. Corequisite: PHY 202.
  
  • PHY 203 - General Physics III (Algebra-based)

    4.00 credits
    Topics include electricity, magnetism, and radioactivity. Algebra-based physics. Prerequisite: PHY 202. Corequisite: PHY 203L.
  
  • PHY 203L - Gen Physics III Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 203. Corequisite: PHY 203.
  
  • PHY 211 - General Physics I (Calculus-based)

    4.00 credits
    Topics include concepts in mechanics and their relationship to practical applications for science and engineering majors. Prerequisites: MTH 251. MTH 251 can be taken concurrently with PHY 211. Corequisite: PHY 211L.
  
  • PHY 211L - Gen Physics I Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 211. Corequisite: PHY 211.
  
  • PHY 212 - General Physics II (Calculus-based)

    4.00 credits
    Second term of a three-term series. Topics include concepts in thermodynamics, waves, optics, electricity, magnetism, and their practical application. Recommended for laboratory science majors, engineering majors, and preprofessional students in all medical fields. Prerequisites: PHY 211 and MTH 252 with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite: PHY 212L.
  
  • PHY 212L - Gen Physics II Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 212. Corequisite: PHY 212.
  
  • PHY 213 - General Physics III (Calculus-based)

    4.00 credits
    Third term of a three-term series. Topics include concepts in resistance, inductance, capacitance, and their application in RLC circuits; magnetic and electromagnetic fields; relativity; quantum mechanics; atomic physics; nuclear physics and their practical application. Recommended for laboratory science majors, engineering majors, and preprofessional students in all medical fields. Prerequisite: PHY 212. Corequisite: PHY 213L.
  
  • PHY 213L - Gen Physics III Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 213. Corequisite: PHY 213.

Political Science

  
  • POL 201 - Intro to US Government

    3.00 credits
    Covers the basic concepts and principles of the American political system. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
  
  • POL 203 - State & Local Government

    3.00 credits
    Examines state and local government policy formulation and outcomes on issues ranging from taxation to prisons, and education to environmental concerns. Focuses on Oregon state and local politics. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.

Psychology

  
  • PSY 101 - Psychology & Human Relations

    3.00 credits
    Focuses on practical and personal applications of psychological principles. Encourages applications of psychological principles to daily living and to human interactions such as work, leisure, school, and relationships. This course is designed for students who are not majoring in psychology. This course transfers as a general elective.
  
  • PSY 201A - General Psychology I

    3.00 credits
    Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include history, research methods, brain and behavior, genes and environment, human development, and sensing and perception. Note – the introduction to psychology series does not have to be taken in order. PSY 201A is the recommended first class in the series. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • PSY 201M - General Psychology I

    5.00 credits
    Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include history, research methods, brain and behavior, genes and environment, human development, sensing and perception, consciousness, and learning. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • PSY 202A - General Psychology II

    3.00 credits
    Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include varieties of consciousness, learning, memory, thinking, language and intelligence, and motivation. Note – the introduction to psychology series does not have to be taken in order. Recommended: PSY 201A. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • PSY 202M - General Psychology II

    5.00 credits
    Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include memory, thinking, language and intelligence, motivation, personality, emotion and health, psychological disorders and treatment, and social psychology. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • PSY 203A - General Psychology III

    3.00 credits
    Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include personality, emotion and health, psychological disorders and treatment, and social psychology. Note – the introduction to psychology series does not have to be taken in order. Recommended: PSY 201A. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • PSY 216 - Social Psychology

    4.00 credits
    Examines the scientific study of how individuals think about, influence, and relate to one another. Explores topics such as social beliefs, attitudes, stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination, aggression, obedience, interpersonal attraction, and group behavior. Theories, principles and research in social psychology will be discussed as well. Recommended: Previous psychology course. Prerequisite: WRI 095  or placement into WRI 095.
  
  • PSY 225 - Abnormal Psychology I

    3.00 credits
    Overview of biological, psychological, and social causes of abnormal behavior. Specific topics include models, classification system, and assessment of abnormal behavior. Anxiety, mood, personality, and stress disorders are covered during the course of the term. Recommended: PSY 201A , PSY 202A , and PSY 203A  or PSY 201M  and PSY 202M . Prerequisite: WRI 121 .
  
  • PSY 226 - Abnormal Psychology II

    3.00 credits
    Overview of legal and ethical issues related to abnormal psychology. Specific disorders covered include dissociative, substance use, schizophrenia, childhood and adolescent. Suicide is examined as a topic specific to abnormal psychology. Various treatment modalities are also reviewed. Prerequisite: PSY 225.
  
  • PSY 228 - Positive Psychology

    4.00 credits
    This course explores the components necessary to help a person flourish in their environment by addressing the biopsychosocial aspects that contribute to positive behaviors and human strengths. Material will provide an overview of the theories of happiness, importance of self-care and positive social cognitions, utilizing strengths in personal and professional venues, and means of achieving healthy relationships personally and with one’s community. Prerequisite: WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • PSY 233 - Psychology of Violence and Aggression

    4.00 credits
    This course addresses the developmental, social, physiological, and cultural aspects that contribute to violence and aggression as well as the legal issues involved. Includes an overview of the theories of aggression, as well as factors influencing family violence, violent children, mob mentality, hate crimes, war and terrorism, stalking, sex crimes, and murder. Prerequisite: Successful completion of WRI 121 or instructor approval.
  
  • PSY 235 - Human Growth & Development I

    3.00 credits
    A biosocial study of human development from conception to adolescence. Discusses the biological and social processes, i.e., cognition, personality, emotion, and social, affecting the developing child. Applications to health care, family, and education are discussed. Recommended: Previous coursework in psychology.
  
  • PSY 236 - Human Growth & Development II

    3.00 credits
    A psychological study of the continuing development of the human being from adolescence through old age and death. Discussion focuses on the social and healthcare issues of adulthood. Applications to healthcare, family, and social policy. Prerequisite: PSY 235.
  
  • PSY 244 - Research Methods

    3.00 credits
    Overview of the techniques of research. Emphasis is placed on techniques of quantitative research, including experimental, quasi-experimental, field, and survey research methods. Students are engaged in developing an APA research proposal based on current psychological literature. Prerequisite: MTH 105 with a grade of “C or better or MTH 243 with a grade of “C” or better.

Sociology

  
  • SOC 204 - Gen Sociology: Soc in Everyday Life

    3.00 credits
    Introduces the sociological frame of reference, which focuses on sociology as a science, and examines concepts related to human social behavior such as social structure, culture, socialization, sex roles, statuses, roles, groups, organizations, social stratifications, and racial and ethnic relations. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • SOC 205 - Institutions and Social Change

    3.00 credits
    Explores how societies change by comparing and contrasting how change impacts individuals and social institutions. Topics include politics, economies, family structure, education, religion, urbanization, and social movements. Recommended: Placement into MTH 060 or higher. Prerequisite: WRI 121.

Speech

  
  • SPE 111 - Fundamentals of Speech

    3.00 credits
    Prepare and present original speeches with emphasis on organization and outlining. Present informative, persuasive, and other types of speeches. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • SPE 111M - Fundamentals of Speech

    5.00 credits
    Prepare and present original speeches with emphasis on organization and outlining. Present informative, persuasive, and other types of speeches. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • SPE 214 - Interpersonal Communication

    3.00 credits
    Develop awareness, knowledge, and skills for intra- and interpersonal communication as they pertain to personal and workplace relationships. Emphasizes topics such as function of communication, self-concept, perception, conversational skills, relationship development and maintenance, self-disclosure, assertiveness, and conflict management strategies. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • SPE 215 - Small Group Communication: Process & Theory

    3.00 credits
    Problem solving aspects of small group activities. Includes process and task, leadership, verbal and non-verbal messages, norms and roles, conflict reduction, and decision making in the small group. Focuses on theory and practice. Prerequisite: SPE 111.

Statistics

  
  • STA 243Z - Elementary Statistics I

    4.00 credits
    A first course in statistics focusing on the interpretation and communication of statistical concepts. Introduces exploratory data analysis, descriptive statistics, sampling methods and distributions, point and interval estimates, hypothesis tests for means and proportions, and elements of probability and correlation. Technology will be used when appropriate. Prerequisite: MTH 095 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 105 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 111 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 111.

Theater

  
  • THR 101 - Theater Appreciation

    3.00 credits
    Introduces theater through studying plays and the artists who participate in the theatrical experience. Attend local productions and discover how and why the event happens from the viewpoint of the actor, director, playwright, designer and audience. Corequisite: THR 101L.
  
  • THR 101L - Theater Appreciation Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to THR 101.
  
  • THR 111 - Fundamentals of Technical Theater

    3.00 credits
    Covers basic principles and practices, including hands-on experience, of technical theatre such as stage design, lighting, properties, costumes, and stage management. Explores the role of the technician in the theatre organization. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: THR 111L.
  
  • THR 111L - Fundamentals of Tech Theater Lab

    1.00 credits
    Covers basic principles and practices, including hands-on experience, of technical theatre such as stage design, lighting, properties, costumes, and stage management. Explores the role of the technician in the theatre organization. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: THR 111.
  
  • THR 141 - Fundamentals of Acting Technique I

    3.00 credits
    Introduces basic performance techniques. Develops text analysis and performance skills. Develops the beginning level awareness of the physical and vocal skills required of a stage performer. Includes reading and analyzing plays to develop acting skills. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
     
  
  • THR 142 - Fundamentals of Acting Technique II

    3.00 credits
    Develops performance techniques. Improves text analysis and performance skills with focus on vocal and physical control. Students employ concentration and relaxation techniques in approaching roles. Prerequisite: THR 141.
  
  • THR 143 - Fundamentals of Acting Technique III

    3.00 credits
    Develops advanced performance techniques. Refines text analysis and performance skills with focus on vocal and physical control. Students employ concentration and relaxation techniques in approaching roles. Prerequisite: THR 142.

Wildland Fire Science

  
  • WFS 101 - Wildland Firefighter 2

    3.00 credits
    This course is designed as both classroom and field training for the entry-level firefighter. The course addresses: ICS organization; basic ICS terminology and ICS common responsibilities; human factors on the fireline; safety orientation, firefighter preparedness, tools and equipment, firing devices, use of water, suppression, securing the control line, use of maps, scouting, hazardous materials and standards for survival. Provides instruction in the primary environmental factors that affect the start and spread of wildfire and the recognition of potentially hazardous situations.
  
  • WFS 103 - Wildland Fire Operations (GroundAir)

    3.00 credits
    This course provides students with information necessary to understand ground and air operations associated with wildland firefighting operations. Emphasis will be placed on Incident Command System use, strategy, tactics, hazards, resource typing, management, and safety procedures during a wildland fire incident.
  
  • WFS 131 - Wildland Firefighter 1

    1.00 credits
    Firefighter II is designed to meet the training needs of the Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1). This course is designed to be interactive in nature. It contains several tactical decision games designed to facilitate learning the objectives and class discussion.
  
  • WFS 211 - Fire Apparatus and Pumps

    3.00 credits
    This course provides the student with information on fire apparatus design, specifications and performance capabilities, and effective use of apparatus in fire emergencies. In addition, it reviews appropriate pump construction and theory of pump operations. Driving, troubleshooting, producing effective fire streams are emphasized. Topics include: methods for performing basic hydraulics and techniques on basic inspections, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting fire pumps.
  
  • WFS 215 - Wildland Urban Interface

    3.00 credits
    This course is designed to assist structure and wildland firefighters who will be making tactical decisions when confronting wildland fire that threatens life, property, and improvements, in the wildland/urban interface. Instructional units include interface awareness, size-up, initial strategy and incident action plan, structure triage, structure protection tactics, incident action plan assessment and update, follow-up and public relations, and firefighter safety in the interface.
  
  • WFS 290 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

    3.00 credits
    This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled. Instruction in fire behavior and control, matter and energy, units of measurement, flammable liquids, toxic gases, chemicals, radioactive hazards, and firefighting techniques.

Welding

  
  • WLD 101 - Welding Processes & Applications

    3.00 credits
    Introduction to Welding covers flat and horizontal positions with oxygen-acetylene welding OAW, stick SMAW, Mig GMAW on mild steel, Tig GTAW on aluminum, safety, setting up and shutdown.
  
  • WLD 102 - Blueprint Reading

    3.00 credits
    Covers the language of blueprints including lines, views, dimensioning, print organization, welding symbols, and structural shapes.
  
  • WLD 114 - Shielded Metal Arc Weld: Mild Steel I

    3.00 credits
    Develops knowledge and manipulative skills in the use of E7018 mild steel electrodes when performing various welds in the flat, horizontal, and vertical positions. Prerequisite: WLD 101.
  
  • WLD 115 - Shielded Metal Arc Weld: Mild Steel II

    3.00 credits
    Develop intermediate and advanced skills in shielded metal arc welding for success in the metal fabrication industry. Includes preparation of joints for proper setup and design using 1/4 inch and thicker mild steel. Prerequisite: WLD 114.
  
  • WLD 131 - Gas Metal Arc Welding/Flux Cored Arc Welding

    3.00 credits
    Develops knowledge and manipulative skills welding with solid wire on ferrous and non-ferrous materials using short arc in all four positions and spray arc in the flat and horizontal positions. Develops knowledge and manipulative skills welding with Flux-Cored Arc Welding on mild steel in all positions. Prerequisite: WLD 101.
  
  • WLD 198 - Independent Study: Welding

    3.00 credits
    Advanced individualized study in the area of WLD not considered in other welding courses. Includes a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Independent study is offered for variable credit based on the student’s project. Instructor approval is required. Prior study in WLD is recommended.
  
  • WLD 199 - Special Studies: Welding

    3.00 credits
    Covers special topics, activities, or projects in the area of welding not usually covered in depth in other WLD courses. Offered for variable credit based on the student’s activities. Instructor approval is required. Previous study in WLD is recommended.
  
  • WLD 221 - Gas Tungsten Arc Weld: Stainless Steel/Alum

    3.00 credits
    Develops knowledge and manipulative skills while welding common joints in all positions on stainless steel and aluminum with the G.T.A.W. process. Prerequisite: WLD 101.
  
  • WLD 253 - Welding Cert Practice 3/8 or 1 Inch Mild Steel

    3.00 credits
    Practice for the American Welding Society Mild Steel Welding Certification tests using mild steel electrodes in the horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Prerequisite: WLD 114.
  
  • WLD 254 - GMAW/FCAW Certification Practice

    2.00 credits
    Practice for the American Welding Society Structural Qualification tests using GMAW/FCAW mild steel electrodes in the horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Prerequisites: WLD 114 and WLD 131.
  
  • WLD 255 - GTAW Certification Practice

    2.00 credits
    Practice for American Welding Society Qualification tests using the gas tungsten arc welding process on aluminum and stainless steel in the horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Prerequisites: WLD 101 and WLD 221.
  
  • WLD 256 - Pipe Certification Practice

    3.00 credits
    Practice for American Welding Society Qualification tests in pipe. Prerequisites: WLD 101 , WLD 114 , WLD 115  , and WLD 253 
  
  • WLD 261 - Basic Fabrication

    3.00 credits
    Develops fabrication knowledge and skills in selection and use of layout tools and equipment to assemble a fabrication project from given specifications. Prerequisite: WLD 102 and WLD 114.
  
  • WLD 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Welding

    1.00 credits
    On-the-job, paid or volunteer, experiences which allow for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned through the on-campus program. Cooperative work experience is offered for variable credit based on the student’s objectives. Prerequisite: Instructor permission is required.
  
  • WLD 299 - Special Studies: Welding

    3.00 credits
    Covers special topics, activities, or projects in the area of WLD not usually covered in depth in other welding courses. Offered for variable credit based on the student’s activities. Instructor approval is required. Previous study in WLD is recommended.

Work Experience

  
  • TEX 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Seminar

    1.00 credits
    Introduces students to the selection processes and procedures necessary to gain successful employment. Topics covered include: Job search techniques, networking, resumes, cover letters, thank-you letters, and interview techniques. Recommended: To be taken near completion of degree or certificate. Prerequisites: WRI 117 or WRI 121.

Writing

  
  • WRI 090 - Writing Fundamentals

    3.00 credits
    Develops proficiency in introductory writing skills at sentence, paragraph, and short composition level. Reinforces grammar and sentence-level editing skills in the context of paragraphs and short essays. Covers critical reading, information literacy, and research skills, including APA documentation style. Corequisite: WRI 090L.
  
  • WRI 090L - Writing Fundamentals Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to WRI 090. Corequisite: WRI 090.
  
  • WRI 095 - Intro to Expository Writing

    4.00 credits
    Introduces college-level skills in writing paragraphs, essays, and reading critically. Students learn to revise for clarity, structural integrity, and correct grammar. Prerequisite: WRI 090 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into WRI 095.
  
  • WRI 100 - Co-Requisite Writing

    1.00 credit
    This course provides the support necessary for students to succeed in writing-intensive classes. It is mandatory for students who place in WRI 90 to enroll in WRI 95 and students who place in WRI 95 to enroll in WRI 121. The course is also an elective for students who need additional support to be successful in other courses, such as WRI 122, WRI 227, and discipline-specific courses. This course is graded on a pass (P) / no pass (NP) basis and is not computed in the GPA.
  
  • WRI 114 - Intro to Electronic Research

    1.00 credits
    Introduction to college-level electronic research, developing search strategies, selecting and evaluating appropriate sources, documentation and citation, and a thorough understanding of the economic, legal, ethical, and social issues surrounding electronic information retrieval. Recommended: WRI 095.
  
  • WRI 117 - Intro to Technical Communication

    4.00 credits
    Focuses on the specific writing needs of career and technical programs: instructions procedures, proposals, letters, memoranda, e-mail, work reports, and other work-related documents. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • WRI 121 - English Composition I

    4.00 credits
    Develops skills in expository writing with appropriate documentation, analytical reading, and critical thinking. Students compose several essays using a variety of strategies to present evidence in support of a thesis. Prerequisite: WRI 095 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • WRI 121M - Composition I

    5.00 credits
    WR 121M engages students in the study and practice of critical thinking, reading, and writing. The course focuses on analyzing and composing across varied rhetorical situations and in multiple genres. Students will apply key rhetorical concepts flexibly and collaboratively throughout their writing and inquiry processes. Prerequisite: WRI 095 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into WRI 121.
 

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