2021-2022 Catalog 
    
    May 02, 2024  
2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction


 

 

 

Internet

  
  • INET 1590 - Web Page Design


    Credits: 3

    This is an introductory course on web page design using design techniques in Dreamweaver. Upon completion of this course, participants will have the necessary skills to design and publish basic custom web sites for viewing on the World Wide Web. Dreamweaver is a web design program used to create multimedia-rich web pages through interactive web pages containing text, images, animation, sounds, and video.

    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • INET 1610 - Dynamic Web Graphics: Flash Web Design


    Credits: 3

    Dynamic Web graphics allows the Web designer to create animations and Web interfaces. Web pages are used by most businesses today, and skills acquired in this course will help the designer enhance the published Web page.

    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2


Library Science-Education

  
  • LIBS 1000 - Library Research Methods


    Credits: 1

    This course is designed to introduce basic skills for effective library research. Learn to identify, locate, evaluate and use information. Practice search strategies using library catalogs, databases and web search engines. Use evaluation criteria and information in a legal and ethical manner with citations.

    Lecture Hours: 1

Machine Tool Technology

  
  • MCHT 1510 - General Machine Shop


    Credits: 2

    This is a course in the theory and practice of hand tools and shop equipment. You will learn the concepts of flatness, squareness, and parallelism. Emphasis is given to good work habits and attitudes needed to perform layout, drilling tapping, filing, grinding, metal cutting, drill sharpening, and letter stamping. Safety and accuracy will be the focus.

    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • MCHT 1610 - Machine Tool Technology I


    Credits: 2

    A course providing instruction in turning fundamentals including safety, tooling, feeds, speeds, threading, boring, work holding, and machine maintenance on belt drive and geared head manual lathes. The student will also learn how to calibrate and read a micrometer and a dial caliper.

    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • MCHT 1620 - Machine Tool Technology II


    Credits: 3

    This course provides the student with the technical understanding and skill required to do more advanced turning, threading, and boring on the lathe. This is followed by learning to set up and use the vertical mill to cut key seats.

    Prerequisite: MCHT 1610  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4


Management-Business

  
  • MGT 1000 - Intro to Supervision


    Credits: 3

    This course seeks to develop an understanding and appreciation of the basic concepts of supervision, to include planning, organizing, human resources management, directing, and controlling. Topics covered also include motivation, delegation, leadership, communications, team-building, total quality management, and discipline. The course should assist one to acquire the skills necessary for effective first-level management.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MGT 2020 - Fundamentals of Leadership


    Credits: 3

    This course is required for criminal justice majors. It covers a wide range of leadership topics; including, but not limited to Leadership theories, principles, and approaches; effective decision-making; managing change, and the essentials of human resources in the criminal justice field. This course will also thoroughly explore the similarities and differences between leadership, management, and supervision. Though no guarantee, this course is designed to help prepare students to rise as quickly as possible through the ranks and assume positions of leadership within the students chosen career field.

    Course Note: Students cannot earn credit in both MGT 2020 and CRMJ 2020 .

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MGT 2100 - Principles of Management


    Credits: 3

    This course covers theories of management and practices of organizational managers. There is a major focus on planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Key topics include: goals/strategy, decision making, structure, leadership, motivation, communication, team processes, organizational change, innovation, ethics and social responsibility. The material we study in this course is extremely important for business students as well as non-business students since almost everyone at some point in time either works for a manager or is a manager in an organization.

    Lecture Hours: 3

Marketing

  
  • MKT 1000 - Sales


    Credits: 3

    Students will acquire skills and knowledge necessary to achieve success in the sales profession. Students will develop knowledge and an understanding of how to prepare for a selling career, how to better understand their customers, selling techniques and procedures, and how to increase their sales effectiveness.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MKT 2100 - Principles of Marketing


    Credits: 3

    An overview of marketing including the strategies for product, distribution, promotion, and pricing decisions; the relationship of these decisions to the external environment; global perspectives for tactical and strategic planning related to marketing; and ethics in marketing considerations.

    Course Note: Students must have Sophomore standing to enroll in this course.

    Lecture Hours: 3

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 0903 - Pre-Algebra Arithmetic


    Credits: 1

    This course is designed for those who need work in basic skills, those who require a review of fundamentals, and those who desire a chance to develop their self-confidence in mathematics. This course is a comprehensive study of arithmetic including such topics as operations on whole numbers, primes, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportions and percents, as well as the use of formulas and introductory algebra skills, including the use of the scientific calculator.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.

    Prerequisite: An appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • MATH 0906 - Math Lab


    Credits: 1

    Any student who does not achieve the necessary placement test score for MATH 0903  will be placed in this lab. Lab work will take place on a regular basis. Attendance is mandatory throughout the semester.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only. However, for those students required to enroll, his/her MATH 0903  grade will be directly linked to regular attendance.

    Corequisite: MATH 0903  must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lab Hours: 3

  
  • MATH 0915 - Math 0920 Lab


    Credits: 1

    If a student is having difficulty in MATH 0920 , or if the student wishes to have lab work time on a regular basis with tutorial assistance, he/she may take the math lab. The lab will be on a to be arranged basis.

    Course Note: The student will be able to register for the lab any time before midterm. This course is offered for S/U grade only.

    Corequisite: MATH 0920  must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lab Hours: 3

  
  • MATH 0920 - Elementary Algebra


    Credits: 3

    This is a one-semester beginning course in algebra. Basic concepts of algebra will be studied, including real numbers, linear, quadratic, and rational equations, with emphasis placed on solving “word” or “story” problems.

    Prerequisite: BADM 1005  or MATH 1515 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 0930 - Intermediate Algebra


    Credits: 3

    Basic techniques and skills of algebra with applications. Topics include solving linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, rational expressions, exponents, graphing of linear equations, and an introduction to functions and logarithms.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0920  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 1000 - Problem Solving


    Credits: 3

    This course is specifically designed to satisfy basic mathematics requirements at many colleges for students not planning to enroll in MATH 1400  or a calculus course. The course treats modern topics chosen for their applicability and accessibility; it provides students with the mathematical and logical skills needed to formulate, analyze, and interpret quantitative arguments in a variety of settings. Statistics is introduced and the use of a calculator is stressed in the course.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0920  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 1009 - Problem Solving Workshop


    Credits: 1

    This workshop must be taken in conjunction with MATH 1000  and is not a standalone course. Its purpose is to provide the necessary algebra skills required to be successful in MATH 1000 , Problem Solving. Topics covered include numeracy, proportional reasoning, algebraic reasoning, rational numbers, exponents, working with formulas, solving linear equations, and understanding functions.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0903  must be successfully completed; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Corequisite: MATH 1000  must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lab Hours: 3

  
  • MATH 1100 - Number and Operations for Elementary School Teachers


    Credits: 3

    This course is for prospective elementary school teachers. Its purpose is to prepare students to be competent in teaching the major concepts of the real number system with the four arithmetic operations. This course includes a study of problem solving, patterns, the origin of numeration systems, sets, number theory, the properties of whole, integer, rational and real numbers and algorithms for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0920  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 1105 - Data Analysis, Probability, and Algebra for Elementary School Teachers


    Credits: 3

    This course is a continuation of MATH 1100  and is for prospective elementary school teachers, Its primary emphasis is asking and answering critical questions about our world through the use of algebra, probability, and data analysis in order to prepare students to be competent in teaching these major concepts.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1100  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 1400 - College Algebra


    Credits: 4

    Algebraic equations and inequalities are studied as well as the following functions:  polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic. Emphasis is placed on graphing relations and functions.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0930  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 4
  
  • MATH 1405 - Trigonometry


    Credits: 3

    Topics include circular and trigonometric functions and their inverses, identities and equations, complex numbers, and vectors, and applications of these.

    Pre/Corequisite: MATH 1400  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or MATH 1400  must be taken at the same time as this course; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 1409 - College Algebra Workshop


    Credits: 1

    This workshop must be taken in conjunction with MATH 1400, College Algebra, and is not a standalone course. Topics covered include linear and quadratic equations, rational and polynomial expressions (including factoring0 and equations, and functions and graphs.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0920  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or appropriate score on the math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Corequisite: MATH 1400  must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lab Hours: 3

  
  • MATH 1450 - Algebra and Trigonometry


    Credits: 5

    This course will cover the topics of MATH 1400  and MATH 1405  in a single course. Students who have received credit in either of the above courses may not receive credit for Math 1450. Topics to be covered include algebraic equations and inequalities; algebraic functions (polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic) with an emphasis on graphing these and other relations; complex numbers; circular and trigonometric functions and their inverses; trigonometric identities and equations; and applications of all of the above.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0930  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 5
  
  • MATH 1515 - Applied Technical Mathematics


    Credits: 3

    A mathematics course for students in the technical fields with applications which stress problem solving techniques, measurement systems (both English and Metric), ratio and proportions, percentages, scale drawings, basic geometry and the use of geometric formulas, the interpreting of graphs and tables, and basic trig functions. This course may not be used to meet the math requirements for AA or AS programs.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0903  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 1516 - Technical Math Lab


    Credits: 0

    Any vocational-track student who does not achieve the necessary placement test score for MATH 1515  will be placed in this lab. Lab work and supplemental assistance will take place on a regular basis and be supervised and led by a peer tutor. Attendance is mandatory throughout the semester.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only. However, for those students required to enroll, his/her MATH 1515  grade will be directly linked to regular attendance.

    Corequisite: MATH 1515  must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lab Hours: 1

  
  • MATH 2120 - Math for Elementary Teachers II


    Credits: 3

    This course is a continuation of MATH 1100 . The purpose of this course is to prepare students to be competent in teaching the major concepts and practical skills related to data analysis, probability, geometry and measurement. Students enrolling in this course must also enroll concurrently in  EDEL 2410 - Elementary School Math Seminar II.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1100  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: EDEL 2410 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 2200 - Calculus I


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed for students in engineering, physics, chemistry, statistics, agriculture, mathematics, and others whose majors require a calculus sequence with emphasis on physical science applications. Mathematical topics included are plane analytic geometry, differentiation, applications of the derivative, integration, and applications of integration. Students who have earned credit in MATH 2350  cannot earn additional credit in Mathematics 2200.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1400  and MATH 1405 ; or MATH 1450 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 4
  
  • MATH 2205 - Calculus II


    Credits: 5

    This is a continuation of MATH 2200 . Topics covered are trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, and polar coordinates.

    Prerequisite: MATH 2200  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 5
  
  • MATH 2210 - Calculus III


    Credits: 5

    A continuation of MATH 2205  including infinite series, partial differentiation, and multiple integrals. Strong emphasis on vectors in analytic geometry and calculus, with physical applications.

    Prerequisite: MATH 2205  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 5
  
  • MATH 2250 - Elementary Linear Algebra


    Credits: 3

    Topics include linear equations and matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants, orthogonality, and eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

    Prerequisite: MATH 2205  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 2310 - Applied Differential Equations


    Credits: 3

    The study of the solutions of first order differential equations, differential operators, Laplace transforms, systems, power series solutions and applications.

    Prerequisite: MATH 2205  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MATH 2350 - Business Calculus


    Credits: 4

    Review of functions, their graphs and their algebra; derivatives and their applications; techniques of differentiation; the calculus for the exponential and logarithmic functions with applications to business; integration and applications; differential equations and applications. Students who have earned credit in Mathematics

    Course Note: Students who have earned credit in MATH 2200  cannot earn additional credit in Mathematics 2350.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1400  must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the Math placement exam and/or approval from the Math Placement Coordinator.
    Lecture Hours: 4
  
  • MATH 2355 - Mathematical Applications for Business


    Credits: 4

    Continues business and economic applications of mathematics from MATH 2350 . Topics include finance, linear algebra and matrices, linear programming, least squares, probability and statistics. A mandatory computer lab using spreadsheet software will meet one day per week.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1400 , MATH 2200 , or MATH 2350 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 4

Molecular Biology

  
  • MOLB 2210 - General Microbiology


    Credits: 4

    General Microbiology is a lecture/laboratory course which provides instruction in the fundamentals of microbiology. It includes the study of bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses. Both beneficial and harmful effects of microorganism in humans and the environment are discussed. Basic laboratory techniques for the isolation and identification of microorganisms are introduced.

    Course Note: This course is designed for students who are majoring in biology, allied health, and preprofessional programs.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 1010  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: MOLB-L001 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3

  
  • MOLB 2220 - Pathogenic Microbiology


    Credits: 4

    This course is a lecture and laboratory course which covers bacteria, parasites, viruses and fungi which cause human disease. Laboratory sessions emphasize the techniques used in the identification of disease-causing organisms.

    Course Note: Students in biology, allied health, and preprofessional programs would benefit from this course.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 1000  or BIOL 1010 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: MOLB-L002 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3

  
  • MOLB 2240 - Medical Microbiology


    Credits: 4

    Introductory microbiology course including the diversity of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes, their structural and physiological properties, and their applied medical significance; also covers the basic principles of the immune system and emphasizes the communicable diseases of humans caused by microbial pathogens.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 1010  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: MOLB-L003 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3


Music

  
  • MUSC 1000 - Intro to Music


    Credits: 3

    A basic appreciation course in which the student is introduced to the fundamental areas of music study and traditions.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MUSC 1010 - Music Fundamentals


    Credits: 2

    For the non-music major, Music Fundamentals emphasizes the basic skills of reading, writing, and playing music. By the end of the course, each student will be able to play basic melodies, chords, and rhythms on such instruments as the recorder, drums, bells, and piano. Additional instruments may be added.

    Lecture Hours: 2
  
  • MUSC 1378 - College Band


    Credits: 1

    Band is open to all college students having previous experience with brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments. A wide variety of styles and musical abilities will be represented.

    Lab Hours: 2

    Max: 4
  
  • MUSC 1390 - Jazz Ensemble


    Credits: 1

    An ensemble for brass, woodwind, and rhythm players. Open to all students interested in performing jazz band literature. Members of the Jazz Ensemble who are specializing in music must be enrolled in another major ensemble.

    Lab Hours: 2

    Max: 4
  
  • MUSC 1400 - Collegiate Chorale


    Credits: 1

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    Lab Hours: 2

    Max: 4
  
  • MUSC 1404 - Master Chorale


    Credits: 1

    Master Chorus is open to all college students having little to no experience in voice. Although the music is challenging, emphasis is placed on learning and creating a choral repertoire for the group. Music ranges from classical to modern large choral works.

    Lab Hours: 2

    Max: 4
  
  • MUSC 2015 - Intro to the Music of the World’s Peoples


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces students to the music and cultures of the worlds’ peoples. Students will study, hear, and research music from a wide variety of geographical areas of the world.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MUSC 2018 - Music for Elementary Classroom Teachers


    Credits: 3

    A course designed for prospective, pre-service, or certified elementary teachers, or for those classroom teachers seeking recertification. Students acquire knowledge about materials, instruction, and methods pertaining to the integration of music in the elementary classroom. Hands-on demonstration and class participation are emphasized.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MUSC 2050 - Music History Survey I


    Credits: 3

    A historical survey of the history and literature of Western Music Ancient Greece through the Baroque period (c.1750). The course examines the cultural context in which the music of a period was created, how music influenced that culture (or how culture influenced the music), and biographical studies of important musicians. May be taken out of sequence (See MUSC 2055 - Music History Survey II ).

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • MUSC 2055 - Music History Survey II


    Credits: 3

    Continuation of MUSC 2050 . A historical survey of the history and literature of Western Music. The Classical period (c.1750) through the present. The course examines the cultural context in which the music of a period was created, how music influenced that culture (or how culture influenced the music), and biographical studies of important musicians.

    Lecture Hours: 3

Nursing

  
  • NURS 1100 - Professional Nursing Care in Health Promotion


    Credits: 9

    This Professional Nursing Care in Health Promotion course introduces the learner to the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Health promotion includes learning about self-health and health in children, adults, older adults, and the family experiencing a normal pregnancy. Learners will value evidence about healthy lifestyle patterns and risk factors for disease and illness, apply growth and development theory, develop therapeutic relationships, conduct age appropriate and culturally sensitive health assessment, and promote health using the nursing process and standards of professional nursing.

    Course Fees: $450
    Prerequisite: BIOL 1010 , ENGL 1010 , MATH 1400 , and ZOO 2015 ; and HMDV 1000 , HMDV 1025 , or HMDV 1500 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: NURS-L001 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 6
    Lab Hours: 9

  
  • NURS 1200 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient in Chronic Illness


    Credits: 9

    This Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Chronic Illness course introduces the learner to the patient and family with chronic illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Learners will use caring behaviors, therapeutic communication, and advocacy when providing care to patients with chronic illness across the lifespan. The learner will identify the roles and values of the members of the inter-professional healthcare team. The patient and family lived-experience is emphasized.

    Course Fees: $450
    Prerequisite: NURS 1100  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: NURS-L002 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 6
    Lab Hours: 9

  
  • NURS 2300 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient in Acute Illness


    Credits: 9

    This Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Acute Illness course introduces the learner to the patient and family with acute illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Learners will use caring behaviors, therapeutic communication and advocacy when providing care to patients with acute illness across the lifespan. The learner will facilitate the effectiveness of the inter-professional health care team. The patient and family lived experience is emphasized.

    Course Fees: $450
    Prerequisite: NURS 1200  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: NURS-L003 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 5
    Lab Hours: 12

  
  • NURS 2400 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient in Complex Illness


    Credits: 9

    This Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Complex Illness course introduces the learner to the patient and family with complex illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. This course is focused on the vulnerable patient which could include multisystem acute and chronic disease, process and physiological, mental and socioeconomic factors that put the patient at risk. The patient and family lived-experience is emphasized. This course includes the “capstone” experience with one-to-one assignment with a preceptor.

    Course Fees: $450
    Prerequisite: NURS 2300  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: NURS-L004 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 15


Nursing Studies

  
  • NRST 0010 - Pre-Screen for Health Tech


    Credits: 0

    This course completes the process necessary for the background check required prior to participating in NRST 1510 .

    Course Fees: $95
  
  • NRST 1510 - Nursing Assistant


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to provide concepts and skills of caring for residents of long-term care facilities under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. The successful student will be eligible for certification and to function in the field of long term care. It also prepares the student to take the competency exam to become certified in the State of Wyoming. The CNA certificate may be transferred out of state.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.

    Course Fees: $280
    Pre/Corequisite: NRST 0010  must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.

    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • NRST 1550 - Certified Nursing Assistant II


    Credits: 1

    This course is designed to provide education for a CNA who has completed fifteen hundred (1500) documented working hours in a healthcare setting. The class provides additional concepts and skills needed for the care of clients in long-term care facilities. The student will successfully complete the 40-hour course with a minimum score of 80% to become a CNA II in the state of Wyoming. This course is only available to Certified Nursing Assistants with 1500 documented work hours. Instructor consent is required.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.

  
  • NRST 1600 - Medication Aide


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to prepare the student to assume the role and responsibilities of a medication aide after successfully completing the 40-hour CNA II course. The course provides additional concepts and skills needed for the care of clients in long-term care under the direction of a licensed nurse. The students will successfully complete the 100-hour course with a minimum score of 80% or better and will meet the requirements needed to take the written exam given by the WY Board of Nursing to become certified in the State of Wyoming.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.

    Prerequisite: NRST 1550  must be successfully completed.

PE Activity-Physical & Health Education

All students, except those medically exempted, desiring to receive an Associate of Arts Degree or an Associate of Science Degree from Eastern Wyoming College are required to take one physical education activity course. Medical exemptions will be allowed only on the receipt of a signed form from the certifying doctor.

  
  • PEAC 1001 - Health and Wellness


    Credits: 1

    A course designed to illustrate the relationship between lifestyle (nutrition, exercise, fitness, etc.) and personal wellness. Emphasis is placed on the role of exercise in wellness. Course will include lecture and laboratory experiences.

    Course Note: Concurrent enrollment in PEAC 1032 , PEAC 1033 , PEAC 1036 , PEAC 1273  is not allowed.

    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1

  
  • PEAC 1008 - Lifetime Sports


    Credits: 1

    Students receive a brief introduction to individual and dual sports. Approximately two weeks (4 class periods) will be spent on each of the following archery, badminton, bowling, golf, horseshoes, racquetball, table tennis, and tennis.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1012 - Beginning Swimming


    Credits: 1

    A course designed for the beginning swimmer. Skills will be taught and measured according to the American Red Cross level for the beginning swimmer.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1032 - Aerobic Conditioning I-Fitness Center


    Credits: 1

    This course is designed for individuals interested in improving total fitness through an aerobic or resistance based conditioning program. Orientation for the course will include screening, individual fitness assessments, and individualized exercise prescriptions based upon the student’s goals. Weight training equipment, treadmills, elliptical trainers, and other aerobic equipment will be used to improve cardiorespiratory fitness. Students enrolling for the first time must attend a Fitness Center Orientation. Access to the Fitness Center is part of the class.

    Course Note: Concurrent enrollment in PEAC 1033 , PEAC 1036 , PEAC 1273 , PEAC 1305  is not allowed. Part-time students must pay a $35 Fitness Center fee.

    Pre/Corequisite: PEAC_L001 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1033 - Aerobic Conditioning II-Fitness Center


    Credits: 1

    This course is a continuation of PEAC 1032 . This course allows students the opportunity to attain a high level of total fitness. The course will include, but is not limited to individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of test results, and a prescribed exercise program. Weight training equipment, treadmills, elliptical trainers, and other aerobic equipment will be used to elicit improvements in total fitness. Access to the Fitness Center is part of the class.

    Course Note: Concurrent enrollment in PEAC 1032 , PEAC 1036 , PEAC 1273 , PEAC 1305  is not allowed. Part-time students must pay a $35 Fitness Center fee.

    Prerequisite: PEAC 1032  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1036 - Fitness and Aerobic Conditioning


    Credits: 1

    This course provides students the opportunity to pursue individual fitness goals. Emphasis is placed on fitness as a lifelong pursuit with wellness being the ultimate goal. This course will not apply toward any degree or certificate program offered through Eastern Wyoming College. Access to the Fitness Center is part of the class.

    Course Note: Concurrent enrollment in PEAC 1032 , PEAC 1033 , PEAC 1273 , PEAC 1305  is not allowed. This course is offered for S/U or Audit grade only. This course does not apply toward the physical education activity requirement. Part-time students must pay a $35 Fitness Center fee.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1050 - Beginning Tennis


    Credits: 1

    A course designed to acquaint the student with the equipment, rules, etiquette, scoring, and skills of tennis. Instruction will cover grips, ground strokes, service, volley, and overhead strokes. Singles and doubles strategies will be discussed.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1252 - Beginning Badminton


    Credits: 1

    A course designed to teach the student the following badminton skills grips, footwork, serve, forehand strokes, backhand strokes, and overhead strokes. Singles and doubles strategies will also be discussed.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1253 - Beginning Bowling


    Credits: 1

    A course designed to acquaint the student with equipment selection, rules and courtesies of bowling as well as the skills and scoring of bowling. Instruction will cover approach, timing, release (delivery), and aiming.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1255 - Beginning Golf


    Credits: 1

    A course designed to acquaint the student with the selection and care of equipment, rules and etiquette of the game, and game skills. Instruction will cover swing, grip, putting, chipping, and driving.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1257 - Beginning Racquetball


    Credits: 1

    A course designed to acquaint the student with rules, etiquette, safety measures, and skills of racquetball. Instruction will cover grip, forehand stroke, backhand stroke, overhand stroke, underhand stroke, and various serves. Singles and doubles strategies will be discussed.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1273 - Weight Training and Conditioning I


    Credits: 1

    A basic strength training program designed for students interested in developing muscular strength and size. An individualized weight program will be developed for each student in accordance with his/her goal. Students will meet in the Fitness Center, and under the supervision and direction of an instructor, proceed through their individualized programs.

    Course Note: Concurrent enrollment in PEAC 1032 , PEAC 1033 , PEAC 1036 , is not allowed.

    Lab Hours: 2

    Max: 2
  
  • PEAC 1281 - Beginning Casting and Angling


    Credits: 1

    A course designed to develop basic casting techniques for spin, bait, and fly fishing. Selection, care and repair of equipment will be discussed. Field trip experience will be required.

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1294 - Beginning Yoga


    Credits: 1

    Students learn a modern approach of applying some of the ancient techniques of yoga to enhance wellness and well-being. Students will be introduced to yoga through physical postures (asana), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation techniques (dhyana).

    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAC 1305 - Weight Training and Conditioning II


    Credits: 1

    An advanced course in basic strength training designed for students interested in developing muscular strength and size. An individualized weight program will be developed for each student in accordance with his/her goal. Students will meet in the Fitness Center, and under the supervision and direction of an instructor, proceed through their individualized programs.

    Lab Hours: 2

    Max: 2
  
  • PEAC 2294 - Intermediate Yoga


    Credits: 1

    Students learn a modern approach of applying some of the ancient techniques of yoga to enhance wellness and well-being. Students will progress from basics to more advanced yoga postures (asana), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation techniques (dhyana).

    Prerequisite: PEAC 1294  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lab Hours: 2


Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 1000 - Intro to Philosophy


    Credits: 3

    This course will introduce the student to the meaning and method of philosophy. Critical examination of life occurs through contact with some of the major philosophers in Western culture. Drawing upon key sources in Western thought, the student will be challenged to begin his/her own critical look at life.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 1010  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3

Physical Education-Athletics

  
  • PEAT 1000 - Varsity I:


    Credits: 1

    This is the first course in a series of varsity sport classes including Basketball, Golf, Rodeo, and Volleyball. Students will learn the rules of the applicable varsity sport, safety procedures for participating in applicable sporting events, and proper equipment usage for the applicable sporting event. Lab sessions will include scheduled practices and competitions. Students enrolling in this course must be a varsity team member. A $30 course fee and verification of a NIRA card will be required for all Rodeo course sections. A student may enroll in only one varsity sport event class per semester. This course may be taken only one time for a grade.

    Course Fees: $30 (Applicable to Rodeo sections only.)
    Lecture Hours: 1/2
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAT 1005 - Varsity II:


    Credits: 1

    This is the second course in a series of varsity sport classes including Basketball, Golf, Rodeo, and Volleyball. Lab sessions will include scheduled practices and competitions. Students enrolling in this course must be a varsity team member. A $30 course fee and verification of a NIRA card will be required for all Rodeo course sections. A student may enroll in only one varsity class per semester. This course may be taken only one time for a grade.

    Course Fees: $30 (Applicable to Rodeo sections only.)
    Lecture Hours: 1/2
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAT 2000 - Varsity III:


    Credits: 1

    This is the third course in a series of varsity sport classes including Basketball, Golf, Rodeo, and Volleyball. Lab sessions will include scheduled practices and competitions. Students enrolling in this course must be a varsity team member. A $30 course fee and verification of a NIRA card will be required for all Rodeo course sections. A student may enroll in only one varsity class per semester. This course may be taken only one time for a grade.

    Course Fees: $30 (Applicable to Rodeo sections only.)
    Lecture Hours: 1/2
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAT 2005 - Varsity IV:


    Credits: 1

    This is the fourth course in a series of varsity sport classes including Basketball, Golf, Rodeo, and Volleyball. Lab sessions will include scheduled practices and competitions. Students enrolling in this course must be a varsity team member. A $30 course fee and verification of a NIRA card will be required for all Rodeo course sections. A student may enroll in only one varsity class per semester. This course may be repeated for a grade.

    Course Fees: $30 (Applicable to Rodeo sections only.)
    Lecture Hours: 1/2
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEAT 2025 - Rodeo Activities


    Credits: 1

    No Description in File

    Lecture Hours: 1/2
    Lab Hours: 1

    Max: 2

Physical Education Professional-Physical & Health Education

  
  • PEPR 1005 - Intro to Physical Education


    Credits: 2

    An introductory course designed to introduce and orient future teachers of health, physical education, and recreation to the purposes, objectives, obligations, concepts, and opportunities within these fields.

    Lecture Hours: 2
  
  • PEPR 1061 - Majors Basketball


    Credits: 1

    Designed for physical education majors and minors, or those wishing a course in coaching basketball methodology. Course focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on teaching progressions in basketball.

    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1

  
  • PEPR 1062 - Majors Volleyball


    Credits: 1

    Designed for physical education majors and minors and for those pursuing careers in coaching. Course focuses on volleyball methodology and advanced skill development with emphasis on teaching progressions in volleyball.

    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1

  
  • PEPR 2050 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries


    Credits: 3

    Teaches prospective athletic trainer basic concepts of prevention of injury and illness by use of conditioning, taping, padding, physicals, nutrition and other means.

    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PEPR 2110 - Foundations of Coaching


    Credits: 3

    This is an introductory course designed to provide a basic understanding of coaching. Students will study the principles necessary for becoming a successful coach, including psychological, physiological, pedagogical, and leadership aspects necessary to develop competent student athletes. Students will also explore coaching theories, planning and training methods, and positive communication aspects for successful coaching.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PEPR 2395 - Physical Education Capstone Experience


    Credits: 2

    This course is designed as a capstone class in the area of physical education. As a capstone class, it is designed to be taken in the final semester that a transfer physical education major is in residence at Eastern Wyoming College. The intent of the class is to determine whether or not a graduating student can perform skills and has knowledge competencies of acceptable levels in physical education to merit advancement to junior status at a transfer institution. In each case, a student seeking an A.A. degree in physical education will work with the faculty member assigned to this class to complete skill competency testing, knowledge based competency testing, physical fitness testing, and theory testing.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only. Students must be enrolled in the Physical Education, Health and Recreation program to take this course.

    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2


Physics

  
  • PHYS 1110 - General Physics I


    Credits: 4

    A course in elementary college physics designed for premedical, predental, pharmacy students, and others not having a calculus background.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1400  and MATH 1405 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: PHYS-L002 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3

  
  • PHYS 1120 - General Physics II


    Credits: 4

    A continuation of PHYS 1110 .

    Course Note: Students who have earned credit in Physics 1050 cannot earn additional credit in either PHYS 1110  or Physics 1120.

    Prerequisite: PHYS 1110  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Corequisite: PHYS-L003 must be taken at the same time as this course.
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3


Political Science

  
  • POLS 1000 - American and Wyoming Government


    Credits: 3

    Fundamental introductory course which meets the requirements of the Wyoming statutes providing instruction in the provisions and principles of the constitutions of the United States and Wyoming.

    Course Note: Students cannot earn credit for both Political Science 1000 and POLS 1050 .

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • POLS 1050 - Basics in U.S. and Wyoming Government


    Credits: 2

    An introductory course emphasizing the basic structure and practices of United States and Wyoming government. The course is designed to serve the community college student seeking a two-year terminal degree and satisfies the state requirement.

    Course Note: Students cannot earn credit for both POLS 1050 and POLS 1000 .

    Lecture Hours: 2
  
  • POLS 1100 - Wyoming Government


    Credits: 1

    This course provides an introduction to the Constitution and governmental process of Wyoming. Intended for students who have earned credit for American Government at an out-of-state college or by Advance Placement but have not fulfilled the Wyoming Constitution requirement of University Studies.

    Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.

    Lecture Hours: 1
  
  • POLS 1200 - Non-Western Political Cultures


    Credits: 3

    This course will provide the student an opportunity to appreciate the basic aspects of non-western political cultures and philosophies that shape political institutions and practices in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • POLS 2000 - Current Issues in American Government


    Credits: 3

    The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to public analysis and the process of decision making. Attention will be devoted to current issues and topics in American government.

    Prerequisite: POLS 1000  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • POLS 2470 - Internship I


    Credits: 6

    This course will permit a student to become an intern to a Wyoming legislator during a general or budget session of the Wyoming legislature. The student will assist the legislator on a fulltime basis and meet with other interns in a state-wide program under the direction of a state coordinator

    Prerequisite: POLS 1000  must be completed with a grade of C or better.

Psychology

  
  • PSYC 1000 - General Psychology


    Credits: 3

    A general survey of psychology through lecture, discussion, and assigned readings. Major topics will include a brief history of the science of psychology, the scientific method as applied to psychology, and the physiological and psychological bases of behavior. Subtopics will include sensation and perception, motivation, emotion, learning, individuality and personality, mental health, and the life span development of the individual.

    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PSYC 2000 - Research Psychological Methods


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to some of the methods of investigating psychological questions. Students are exposed to the various research strategies ranging from observational to experimental designs. Topics include identifying research questions, designing topic proposals, conducting basic research, gathering data, performing statistical analyses, interpreting results, critiquing published research, writing in scientific style, and developing familiarity with the APA format.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 1010  and PSYC 1000 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

  
  • PSYC 2080 - Biological Psychology


    Credits: 3

    Introduces biological bases of behavior. Includes ethology and comparative behavior, psychobiological development, physiological and sensory mechanisms of behavior, and evolution and behavioral genetics. Presents basic structural and functional properties of the nervous system.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 1000  or BIOL 1010 ; and PSYC 1000 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PSYC 2125 - Forensic Psychology


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the criminal justice/social science major to the uses of psychology in the field. Topics covered include basic criminal profiling, suspect interviewing, psychological theories of crime/delinquency, victimology, legal applications of psychology in conducting assessments, and correctional psychology.

    Course Note: Students cannot earn credit for both PSYC 2125 and CRMJ 2125 .

    Prerequisite: CRMJ 2120  and PSYC 1000 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PSYC 2210 - Drugs and Behavior


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the effects of various drugs on behavior. This course focuses on the behavioral, social, historical, and medical aspects of each major class of psychoactive drugs.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 1000  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PSYC 2300 - Developmental Psychology


    Credits: 3

    The development and behavior of children from conception through adolescence is stressed. Emphasis is placed on the major roles played by maturation and learning in the growth of a child.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 1000  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PSYC 2330 - Psychology of Adjustment


    Credits: 3

    A study of the individual’s adjustments to the problems of everyday life. Emphasis is given to the discovery of self and the identification of integrative and non-integrative adjustments as they affect self-fulfillment.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 1000  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PSYC 2340 - Abnormal Psychology


    Credits: 3

    A survey of major mental and behavioral disorders which explores the identification of types of disorders, their etiology, and potential treatment methods.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 1000  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
  
  • PSYC 2380 - Social Psychology


    Credits: 3

    An exploration of social behavior through the viewpoint of psychological theories and research. Topics include, but are not limited to, the science and methods for exploring social behavior, social cognition, culture and socialization, the “self,” interpersonal perception and attraction, conformity, leadership, aggression, and persuasion and propaganda.

    Prerequisite: PSYC 1000  must be completed with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hours: 3
 

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