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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Range Ecology and Watershed Management |
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REWM 2000 - Principles of Rangeland Management
Credits: 3
An introductory course that presents systems of grazing, livestock management on the range, measurement of grazing capacity and forage use, and range improvements including revegetation, weed control, and fertilization.
Pre/Corequisite: AECL 1000 , BIOL 1000 , or BIOL 1010 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or AECL 1000 , BIOL 1000 , or BIOL 1010 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
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REWM 2100 - Forest Management
Credits: 3
A discussion of the objectives and the general principles of forestry, including identification of trees, forest production, methods of cutting and measuring forest, forest conservation, range management, wildlife management, and forest recreation.
Prerequisite: BIOL 1000 or BIOL 1010 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
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REWM 2500 - Rangeland Plant Identification
Credits: 2
Sight identification and distribution of western U.S. rangeland plants.
Prerequisite: REWM 2000 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: REWM-L001 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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Religion |
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RELI 1000 - Intro to Religion
Credits: 3
An introduction to world religions. A multidisciplinary approach is utilized to investigate the similarities and differences that exist between a variety of religions.
Course Note: Students cannot earn credit in both RELI 1000 and SOSC 1100 .
Lecture Hours: 3
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Social Science |
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SOSC 1100 - Intro to Religion
Credits: 3
An introduction to world religions. A multidisciplinary approach is utilized to investigate the similarities and differences that exist between a variety of religions.
Course Note: Students cannot earn credit in both RELI 1000 and SOSC 1100.
Lecture Hours: 3
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SOSC 2300 - Ethics in Practice
Credits: 3
An examination of contemporary ethical conflicts to provide students with a grounding in the language, concepts and traditions of ethics and with the tools necessary to analyze moral dilemmas in a variety of areas.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
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SOSC 2395 - Social Science Capstone Experience
Credits: 1
The Social Science Capstone Experience is directed toward the application of broad principles in the social sciences with specific attention given to the student’s discipline of study. The course seeks to enhance and enrich the student’s academic background, and involve the student in activities/experiences that demonstrate an ability to continue to study in the social science.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only. Students must be majoring in social science and enroll in this course during their semester of graduation.
Lecture Hours: 1
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Social Work |
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SOWK 2000 - Intro to Social Work
Credits: 3
A foundation course designed to explore the institution and profession of social work and the field of Social Welfare.
Lecture Hours: 3
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Sociology |
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SOC 1000 - Sociological Principles
Credits: 3
An introductory course providing both a survey of the discipline and a foundation for other sociology courses. Major areas of interest being explored range from small groups and families to bureaucracies and social movements. Significant concepts and theories are introduced along with the tools of social research. Though much attention is given to contemporary American society, comparative and historical material is included.
Lecture Hours: 3
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SOC 1100 - Social Problems
Credits: 3
This course explores various approaches to defining and identifying social problems and applies basic sociological concepts and methods to the analysis of selected social problems and issues. Emphasis is placed on the contemporary society of the United States. Cross-cultural and historical comparisons are presented where relevant.
Lecture Hours: 3
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SOC 2200 - Sociology of Human Sexuality
Credits: 3
An investigation of human sexuality as a social and cultural phenomenon. Theoretical issues of human sexuality are related to empirical evidence in discussing social attitudes and actual behavior with American society.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1000 or SOC 1000 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
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SOC 2350 - Race and Ethnic Relations
Credits: 3
Examines relations among minority and dominant groups with an emphasis on the society and culture of the United States. Relevant cross-cultural analysis will also be included.
Prerequisite: ANTH 1200 or SOC 1000 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
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SOC 2400 - Criminology
Credits: 3
An introduction to the study of the nature and causes of criminal behavior. Biological, psychological, and sociological theories are examined. Types of criminal behavior, historical perspectives, crime statistics, and current trends are also covered.
Course Note: Students cannot earn credit for both SOC 2400 and CRMJ 2400 .
Prerequisite: SOC 1000 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
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Soil Science-Agriculture |
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SOIL 2010 - Intro to Soil Science
Credits: 4
Introduces soil ecological processes and management in terrestrial environments. Discusses interaction of soil, biological, chemical, morphological and physical properties with land management in wild land and agricultural ecosystems. Emphasis is on plant response to soil conditions.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1000 or CHEM 1020 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: SOIL-L003 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
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SOIL 2200 - Applied Soils
Credits: 3
An applied study of the composition and general properties of soils. Emphasis is given to the practical management of those properties and a study of those factors which must be considered in the proper management of those soils.
Corequisite: SOIL-L002 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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SOIL 2300 - Soil Science and Fertilizer Technology
Credits: 2
A study of soil fertility and plant nutrition in crop production. Soil-plant relations, diagnostic techniques and methods of evaluating soil fertility are emphasized.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1000 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 2
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Spanish-Language |
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SPAN 1010 - First Year Spanish I
Credits: 4
Fundamentals of grammar, composition, reading, and conversation.
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 1
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SPAN 1020 - First Year Spanish II
Credits: 4
A continuation of SPAN 1010 .
Prerequisite: SPAN 1010 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 1
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SPAN 2030 - Second Year Spanish I
Credits: 4
Progressive reading of Spanish prose with additional review in verbs, idioms, and conversation.
Prerequisite: SPAN 1010 and SPAN 1020 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 1
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SPAN 2040 - Second Year Spanish II
Credits: 4
Stresses usage of the language through composition, conversation, oral presentation and grammar review.
Prerequisite: SPAN 2030 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 1
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Statistics |
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STAT 2050 - Fundamentals of Statistics
Credits: 4
A presentation of the central ideas and applications of statistical inference. Topics include the collection and tabulation of data, statistical description of frequency distributions, elements of probability, applications of statistical distributions, confidence interval estimation, tests of hypotheses, and simple linear regression and correlation.
Course Note: Credit cannot be earned for both STAT 2050 and STAT 2070 .
Prerequisite: MATH 1000 or higher, excluding MATH 1500 , must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 4
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STAT 2070 - Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences
Credits: 4
This course presents central ideas of descriptive statistics and statistical inference, as applied to questions in social sciences. Includes graphs, averages, sampling, estimation, hypothesis-testing and relationships between variables. Introduces associated computer skills.
Course Note: Credit cannot be earned for both STAT 2050 and STAT 2070.
Prerequisite: MATH 1000 or higher, excluding MATH 1500 , must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 4
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Technology |
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TECH 1750 - Professional Development and Leadership
Credits: 1/2
In today’s demanding marketplace, students need to be prepared to sell themselves and their skills. This course is an employability skill building program designed to help students develop an extra edge and help employers gain valuable workers. By reinforcing school-to work competencies of students, it is designed to develop the student in four areas: as an individual, as a team member, as a leader and as an employee.
Lecture Hours: 1/2
Lab Hours: 1/2
Max: 2
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Theatre & Dance |
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THEA 1000 - Intro to Theatre
Credits: 3
A brief history of world theatre and the study of modern American theatre, movies, and television.
Lecture Hours: 3
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Truck Driving Training |
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TTD 1500 - Novice CDL Training
Credits: 5
This course prepares the student to take the state required CDL test. It is designed primarily for the energy service industry. On and off highway terrains are utilized as well as late model tractors and loaded trailers, tankers, and high center point of gravity loads may be used in training. Simulation may also be used to replicate dangerous, expensive, or hard-to duplicate scenarios. Upon completion of this course, students must make arrangements to take the DOT test to be issued their commercial driver’s license.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Prerequisite: Students attending this course must have completed written exams for the Department of Motor Vehicles and obtained a Commercial Driving Permit for class A or class B vehicles with an Air Brake endorsement. Students must present a valid Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination certificate and valid Social Security card on the first day of class.
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Veterinary Technology Criminal background checks are required prior to entry into courses with prerequisites of VTTK 0010 - Pre-screen for Veterinary Technology . The background check covers sexual offender information, general criminal history, and adult and child neglect information.
Completion of Rabies Vaccination Series (VTTK 0005 ) is required with enrollment in initial veterinary technology (VTTK) course in which animals are used. These courses are identified as requiring previous or concurrent enrollment in VTTK 0005 - Pre-Exposure Rabies Vaccination .
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VTTK 0005 - Pre-Exposure Rabies Vaccination
Credits: 0
This course is for students to provide proof of completion of the pre-exposure rabies vaccination series required for veterinary technology courses.
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VTTK 0010 - Pre-screen for Veterinary Technology
Credits: 0
This course is for students to provide proof of completion of a background check for any veterinary technology course that requires a background check. The background check must be completed prior to registering for those courses.
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VTTK 1009 - Co-Requisite for VTTK 1751
Credits: 2
This is a one-semester workshop course to be completed concurrently with VTTK 1751 . Requirement for enrollment in this course will be determined by examination in VTTK 1751 during the first week of class. This course provides supplemental instruction in fundamental mathematical operations and concepts to assist students in developing the skills required to successfully complete VTTK 1751 . It is designed to provide instructor supervised practice for students to read and analyze problem statements, develop an appropriate mathematical setup, perform accurate calculations, and determine the “reasonableness” of the computed results.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Corequisite: VTTK 1751 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lab Hours: 4
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VTTK 1500 - Orientation to Veterinary Technology
Credits: 3
This course is an introductory course in veterinary technology. Lectures will include clinical sanitation, the profession of veterinary technology, veterinary technology ethics, communications, clinical and hospital recordkeeping, breed identification, patient history, and physical examinations of dogs, cats, cattle, horses, sheep, pigs, and goats. Laboratory sessions will cover restraint and physical examination of domestic species and veterinary instrument identification. Students will be assigned dates to be responsible for the care of dogs, cats and large animals kept by the Veterinary Technology Department.
Course Fees: $150
Prerequisite: ENGL 1005 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the English and Reading placement exam.
Corequisite: VTTK-L001 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0010 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course; and VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 1501 - Animal Care I
Credits: 0
Students in the Veterinary Technology program are required to work a minimum of 1 hour per week caring for program and shelter animals and a minimum of 1/2 hour per month attending meetings on the Veterinary Technology program while they are enrolled in this course. The course is designed to enrich the material students are learning in the classroom as well as to promote high quality animal care.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course; and VTTK 1500 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lab Hours: 1
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VTTK 1502 - Animal Care II
Credits: 0
This course is a continuation of Animal Care I.
Course Note: This course if offered for S/U grade only.
Prerequisite: VTTK 0005 ; and VTTK 1501 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lab Hours: 1
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VTTK 1505 - Intro to Veterinary Science
Credits: 1
This course is designed as an orientation to the college environment and the veterinary technology and aid programs. Lectures and assignments will emphasize goal setting, learning strategies and effective communication. The course will aid the student in identifying resources within the college and the veterinary profession that will enhance their academic career.
Lecture Hours: 1
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VTTK 1510 - Clinical Techniques I
Credits: 3
This course is intended for students seeking a veterinary aide certificate. Lectures will include general office procedures, client communication in the veterinary hospital, ibasic medical record keeping, OSHA and clinical sanitation, pharmaceutical calculations, basic understanding of common diseases and medical conditions seen in animals, surgical pack preparation, and surgical assistance. Students are required to complete a 40-hour externship in a veterinary clinic.
Prerequisite: ENGL 0625 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or an appropriate score on the English and Reading placement exam.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0010 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course; and VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 1520 - Clinical Techniques II
Credits: 4
Course lecture and laboratory sessions are designed for those students interested in learning elementary veterinary techniques associated with inventory management, pharmacology, urinalysis, hematology, parasitology, and diagnostic imaging. Laboratory sessions include practical application of clinical techniques commonly performed by veterinary aides in the treatment of animals. Students are required to complete a 60-hour externship in a veterinary clinic.
Course Note: This course is required for the Veterinary Aide Certificate Program.
Prerequisite: An appropriate score on the English, Math, and Reading placement exam.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0010 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course; and VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
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VTTK 1550 - Practical Surgical and Medical Experience I
Credits: 3
Instruction and experience are provided in practical aspects of veterinary surgical and medical nursing. All diagnosing and surgery will be performed by a staff veterinarian. Both large and small animals are used for laboratory sessions.
Prerequisite: VTTK 0005 ; and VTTK 0010 , VTTK 1600 , and VTTK 1630 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken at the same time as this course; and VTTK 2500 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 2500 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 1600 - Clinical Procedures
Credits: 3
This course continues with the professional activities of a Veterinary Technician. Lectures will cover veterinary medical records, patient histories, OSHA, animal behavior, neonatal patients, nutrition, general animal nursing, euthanasia of animals, grief counseling of clients, and an introduction to emergency and first aid care of animals. Sessions include practical application of clinical procedures commonly performed by veterinary technicians in the treatment of animals.
Course Fees: $150
Prerequisite: VTTK 0010 ; and VTTK 1500 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: VTTK-L002 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
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VTTK 1625 - Laboratory Analysis
Credits: 1
Urinalysis is a lecture/laboratory course which provides instruction in the evaluation of physical and chemical properties of urine, as well as in the microscopic examination of urine sediment. Also included in this course is the instruction in the measurement of the chemical constituents of various body fluids, particularly serum and plasma. The relationship of the test results with organ function in health and disease are stressed.
Course Fees: $75
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
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VTTK 1630 - Veterinary Hematology
Credits: 3
This course provides instruction in the principles of obtaining and examining blood samples from different species of animals commonly seen in veterinary practice today.The laboratory sessions include a practical approach to staining and evaluating the blood of animals in both healthy and disease conditions. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of the types and development stages of erythrocytes and leukocytes. Blood coagulation mechanisms, the immune system, preparation and handling of cytology samples and training in the use of automated cell counters are also included.
Course Fees: $75
Corequisite: VTTK-L008 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 1650 - Veterinary Nutrition
Credits: 2
This course will introduce students to nutrition concepts for large animals and small animals that they will utilize in veterinary medicine. Students will learn about commercial and therapeutic diets for companion animals and how to evaluate those diets. Students will learn to recognize feedstuffs and supplements for farm animals and develop rations for various species and life stages based on the feeds nutritional value. In addition, clinical signs of nutritional diseases, their prevention and treatments will be covered in lectures.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 1500 and VTTK 1950 must be completed with a grae of C or better; or VTTK 1500 and VTTK 1950 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
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VTTK 1700 - Veterinary Medical Terminology
Credits: 2
This course will introduce students to terminology that they will use in succeeding veterinary technology courses, report writing, professional practice and professional reading. Emphasis will be placed on word usage, word meanings, and work pronunciations.
Prerequisite: An appropriate score on the English and Reading placement exam.
Lecture Hours: 2
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VTTK 1750 - Veterinary Pharmacology
Credits: 4
This class introduces the basic principles of the uses of therapeutic agents in veterinary medicine and the classification of therapeutic agents in common use. Specific subject matter includes definitions and terminology; routes of administration and dosage forms; history of pharmacology; measurements used in pharmacology; actions and effects of drugs; assimilation and elimination of drugs in animals; regulation of the manufacture, sale, and use of drugs; factors that modify drug action; and study of classes and examples of specific drugs. Laboratory exercises allow the student to actually practice filling prescriptions, writing prescription labels, making entries into medical records and into both written and computerized drug logs. Compounding of medications is demonstrated and students are required to formulate percent solutions and mixed solutions (medical cocktails) under direct veterinary supervision.
Course Fees: $75
Prerequisite: VTTK 1925 must be completed with a grade of C or better; and an appropriate score on the English and Reading placement exam.
Corequisite: VTTK-L010 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 1751 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 1751 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 1751 - Pharmaceutical Calculations
Credits: 3
This is a one-semester lecture course. This course reviews basic mathematical operations used by veterinary technicians in the field of veterinary pharmacology. Topics covered in this course include: common abbreviations used in pharmacology, drug dose calculation methods (formula, ratio/proportion, and dimensional analysis [also called factor-label]), unit conversions, fundamentals of fluid therapy (fluid types, drip/flow rates, constant rate infusions and fluid deficit calculations), and solution preparations (dilutions).
Course Note: Students may be required to enroll in VTTK 1009 Co-Requisite for VTTK 1751. Required enrollment in VTTK 1009 will be determined during the first week of the VTTK 1751 class.
Corequisite: VTTK 1500 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 1500 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
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VTTK 1755 - Veterinary Parasitology
Credits: 2
This course will introduce students to the macro-parasites that commonly infect veterinary species. Students will learn how to collect samples, perform diagnostic tests on these samples, identify parasites, and will gain hands-on experience in these areas. In addition, material covering prevention, treatment, life cycles, and clinical disease will be presented.
Course Fees: $75
Prerequisite: BIOL 1000 , BIOL 1010 , CHEM 1000 , CHEM 1020 , AECL 1000 , VTTK 1925 , or VTTK 1950 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: VTTK-L006 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
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VTTK 1925 - Applied Principles of Chemistry for Veterinary Technology
Credits: 2
This is a one-semester lecture only course. This course introduces students to terminology, basic facts and fundamental concepts of chemistry, and relates this information to the biological processes encountered in veterinary medicine. This course begins with introductory topics which include matter and its physical states, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, and inorganic nomenclature. After the initial introductory material, the course covers more advanced concepts and clinical applications including solution chemistry (concentrations and tonicity), gas laws, and acid-base chemistry (pH, buffers, and electrolytes).
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 1500 must be complete with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 1500 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
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VTTK 1950 - Applied Principles of Biology for Veterinary Technology
Credits: 2
This course is a one-semester lecture only course. This course covers the basics of cellular biology to provide student with the foundation material required for future veterinary technology courses. Topics covered include biomolecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids), basic cell structure and function, energy and enzymes, cellular respiration, DNA structure and function, mitosis and meiosis, protein synthesis, Mendelian genetics, and inherited conditions/diseases in animals.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 1500 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 1500 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
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VTTK 2500 - Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia
Credits: 4
This course covers fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to administer anesthesia and provide pain relief to common domestic species. The laboratory portions are small groups of approximately 6 students and consist of hands on experience to safely manage small and large animals in all stages of anesthesia.
Course Fees: $150
Prerequisite: VTTK 1600 , VTTK 1750 , and VTTK 1751 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: VTTK-L003 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2501 - Animal Care III
Credits: 0
This course is a continuation of Animal Care II.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Prerequisite: VTTK 1502 must be completed with a grade of S.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lab Hours: 1
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VTTK 2502 - Animal Care IV
Credits: 0
This course is a continuation of Animal Care III.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Prerequisite: VTTK 2501 must be completed with a grade of S.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lab Hours: 1
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VTTK 2505 - Diagnostic Imaging
Credits: 3
This course provides instruction to safely produce diagnostic radiographic and ultrasound images. Topics will also include basic principles of advanced imaging. Laboratories introduce students to techniques to position and prepare dogs, cats and horses for radiographic and ultrasound studies.
Course Fees: $150
Prerequisite: VTTK 1600 , VTTK 1750 , and VTTK 1751 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better
Corequisite: VTTK-L009 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2510 - Clinical Experience I
Credits: 1
First-year students spend a minimum of 40 hours at a veterinary clinic of their choice, approved by the instructor. The emphasis of this course will be on observation of the normal workings of a veterinary practice. Course requirements can be fulfilled at any time or times that do not conflict with regular semester courses, such as winter interim session, spring break, summer, or weekends during the regular semester. This course must be completed before the beginning of the third semester in veterinary technology. The instructor must have information identifying the site for the completion of VTTK 2510 five working days prior to the start date for Clinical Experience I.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 1500 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 1500 must be taken at the same time as this course; and VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
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VTTK 2520 - Clinical Experience II
Credits: 1
This course is continuation of Clinical Experience I, but emphasizes hands-on experience by the student. A minimum of 120 hours must be spent at a veterinary clinic of the student’s choice, approved by the instructor. Course requirements can be fulfilled at any time or times that do not conflict with regular semester courses, such as summer, winter interim session, spring break, or weekends during the regular semester. This course can be taken at the same clinic as Clinical Experience I. The requirements cannot be completed concurrently with Clinical Experience I, and must be completed before Clinical Experience III. The instructor must have information identifying the site for the completion of VTTK 2520 five working days prior to the start date for Clinical Experience II.
Prerequisite: VTTK 1500 , VTTK 1550 , VTTK 1600 , VTTK 1630 , VTTK 1755 , and VTTK 2510 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
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VTTK 2550 - Practical Surgical and Medical Experience II
Credits: 3
This course is a continuation and expansion of VTTK 1550 . Instruction and experience will continue in practical aspects of veterinary surgical and medical nursing. All diagnosing and surgery will be performed by a staff veterinarian. Both large and small animals are used for laboratory sessions.
Prerequisite: VTTK 1550 and VTTK 2500 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2555 - Veterinary Dentistry
Credits: 2
This course will focus on learning and applying techniques in preventive care, periodontics, endodontics, orthodontics and dental radiology appropriate for veterinary technicians. The student will acquire knowledge of dental diseases, diagnostic techniques, and therapeutic technique and equipment.
Prerequisite: VTTK 1550 and VTTK 2500 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2600 - Diagnostic Microbiology
Credits: 2
This is a lecture and laboratory course which provides instruction in the fundamentals of microorganisms and their role in disease production. Laboratory exercises introduce the student to the techniques utilized in the identification of bacterial, fungal, and viral veterinary pathogens.
Course Fees: $75
Corequisite: VTTK-L017 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2610 - Animal Health I - Infectious
Credits: 4
Instruction is provided in the basic principles of infection, including etiological agents, pathogenicity, laboratory diagnostics and hosts immune response. Much of the course consists of descriptions of infectious diseases of veterinary and zoonotic importance. Topics covering the use and prevention of infectious agents which may be employed as weapons in bio-terrorism are also included. The laboratory portion of the course will allow students to utilize the knowledge acquired in the infectious diseases in those animals.
Prerequisite: VTTK 0005 ; and VTTK 1630 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: VTTK-L007 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2615 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology
Credits: 4
The study of anatomy and physiology is essential for animal health care providers. Presentation of comparative gross and microscopic anatomy and physiology between species (canine, feline, equine, bovine, and others) is provided in multiple formats. Demonstration of location, variation and function of the tissues and organs is utilized to introduce the clinical relevance of structures and functions of the body
Course Fees: $80
Corequisite: VTTK-L016 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 1925 and VTTK 1950 ; or BIOL 1000 , BIOL 1010 , CHEM 1000 or CHEM 1020 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 1925 and VTTK 1950 ; or BIOL 1000 , BIOL 1010 , CHEM 1000 or CHEM 1020 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2620 - Animal Health II - Non-infectious
Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of the VTTK 2610 course. It will focus on the causes, clinical appearance, treatment, and handling of noninfectious diseases in domestic animals, both companion and livestock. The areas of instruction to be covered include traumatic, metabolic, nutritional, immune mediated, neoplastic, congenital, toxicological, and physical causes of noninfectious diseases. The laboratory portion of the course will allow students to interact with patients thus allowing them to observe noninfectious diseases, perform testing, and administer treatments for companion animals and livestock. The diagnosing of disease and all surgery will be performed by a veterinarian.
Course Note: This course is required for the completion of the A.A.S. degree program in Veterinary Technology.
Prerequisite: VTTK 0005 must be successfully completed.
Corequisite: VTTK-L018 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2700 - Laboratory and Exotic Animals
Credits: 3
An introduction to the uses, care, housing, and diseases of laboratory and exotic animal species is provided, both in commercial usage and in the home/pet environment. Emphasis is on the mammalian species, with information also provided concerning reptiles and birds. The course includes hands-on laboratory training in animal handling and restraint along with training in blood collection, drug dosing and administration, anesthesia, and related techniques. Students will be assigned dates to be responsible for the care of all vivarian animals kept by the Veterinary Technology Department.
Course Fees: $150
Prerequisite: VTTK 1700 must be completed with a grade of C or better; and ENGL 1005 or an appropriate score on the English and Reading placement exam. Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: VTTK-L005 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2750 - Clinical Problems
Credits: 3
This course consists of one lecture hour per week on preparation for the comprehensive examination and the Veterinary Technician National Examination. One hour of lecture and two hours of lab per week will involve actual or developed veterinary clinical activities that faculty present for students to work through. The final examination for this course will be the Veterinary Technology Program Comprehensive Examination that students must pass with a 70% or better to successfully complete this course.
Course Note: Students must have successfully completed all required veterinary technology courses or be concurrently enrolled to take this course.
Course Fees: $150
Corequisite: VTTK-L004 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2815 - Large Animal Techniques
Credits: 4
Lecture material will cover the bovine, porcine, ovine, caprine, and equine species and poultry in basic disciplines of anatomy, physiology, parasitology, pharmacology, toxicology, nutrition, infectious diseases, metabolic diseases, reproduction, surgery, diagnostic imaging, dentistry, and reproduction. Laboratory sessions include practical application of techniques commonly performed in large animal practices.
Course Note: This course is required for the Veterinary Aide Certificate Program. It is an elective for students in the Veterinary Technology Program who wish to acquire more large animal skills.
Course Fees: $150
Corequisite: VTTK-L015 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2816 - Large Animal Techniques II
Credits: 2
This lecture/lab course is similar to Large Animal Techniques I; however, it will consist of advanced laboratory work with different large animal clinical procedures and surgeries that will be demonstrated. Procedures will be practiced by the students that they will utilize in large animal practice.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 0005 must be taken previously or at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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VTTK 2900 - Nutrition in Veterinary Medicine
Credits: 3
(3 hours of UW Transferable Elective) Topics in this course include a brief review of chemical principles relevant to nutrition; classification of nutrients and feeds; basic anatomy and physiology of the digestive systems of domestic animals; basic nutritive processes including ingestion, digestion, absorption, circulation, metabolism, and excretion; specific feeding programs for various classes of cattle, swine, horses, and companion animals. Basic ration formulations for beef cattle and small animals are stressed as are other species on a comparative basis.
Course Note: Students cannot earn credit for both VTTK 2900 and ANSC 2900 .
Prerequisite: CHEM 1000 or VTTK 1925 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
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VTTK 2950 - Clinical Experience III
Credits: 3
This course consists of 240 hours of work experience during which the student works in a veterinary or veterinary-related institution that has been approved by the instructor. Evaluation forms are completed by the cooperating establishment. The instructor must have information identifying the site for the completion of VTTK 2950 five working days prior to the start date for Clinical Experience III.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Pre/Corequisite: VTTK 2750 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or VTTK 2750 must be taken at the same time as this course.
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WELD 0500 - Intro to Shielded and Metal Arc Welding
Credits: 1
A 30 hour welding course using the shielded metal arc welding process. The course provides the training to weld light and medium thickness sheet and plate in all positions using E6010 and E7018 electrodes.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Lab Hours: 2
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WELD 0600 - Intro to Flux Cored Arc Welding
Credits: 1
A 30 hour welding course using the flux cored arc welding process. The course provides the training to weld medium and thick (3/4”) in all positions using .045” electrode wire.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Lab Hours: 2
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WELD 0700 - Virtual Reality ARC Welding
Credits: 1
Instruction, study, and welding practice using a virtual reality welding simulator to supplement and enhance welding training.
Lecture Hours: 1/2
Lab Hours: 1
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WELD 0800 - Maintenance and Repair Welding
Credits: 1
A 30 hour welding course using shielded metal arc welding (stick) and gas metal arc welding (wire) processes. The course provides the training to weld light and medium thickness sheet and plate in all positions.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Lab Hours: 2
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WELD 1505 - Intro to Welding and Machining
Credits: 1
This course is designed as a general orientation and a transition to college for all new Welding students and transfer students who have less than thirty semester hours. Students will gain exposure to academic and career components of the welding field. Through field-related content, students will explore and understand the college and career environments, identify resources, develop academic and career goals, and acquire soft skills essential to job acquisition and success.
Lecture Hours: 1
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WELD 1520 - Welding for Fun
Credits: 2
This course will feature safety and basic welding procedures for those individuals who are interested in the more artistic aspects of welding. This course is not intended for those pursuing certification standards or job-entry level skills.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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WELD 1650 - Print Reading and Welding Symbols
Credits: 3
This course teaches the fundamentals of shop print interpretation as applied in the welding trade, including the standard American Welding Society (AWS) symbols used in design, fabrication, and construction.
Lecture Hours: 3
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WELD 1700 - General Welding
Credits: 3
The study of shielded metal arc welding, oxyacetylene welding, cutting and brazing processes. The student will develop the skills necessary to produce good quality welds on mild steel joints using filler materials commonly used in industry. Manual oxyacetylene cutting of straight and bevel cuts. Safety practices will be included.
Course Fees: $75
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 5
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WELD 1755 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Credits: 5
Training to develop the manual skill necessary to make high quality shielded metal arc welds in the flat and horizontal positions on mild steel plate, single and multiple pass. To weld using mild steel electrodes, low hydrogen electrodes and iron power electrodes using DC welding power sources.
Course Fees: $125
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 9
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WELD 1760 - Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Credits: 4
This course provides the training in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) to develop the manual skills necessary to produce high quality multi-pass fillet and groove welds on medium thickness mild steel plates with backing in all positions.
Course Fees: $125
Prerequisite: WELD 1755 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lab Hours: 8
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WELD 1772 - Flux Cored Arc Welding
Credits: 2
The study of flux cored arc welding (FCAW) fundamentals and safety. It provides training to develop the manual skills necessary to make high quality welds in all positions on mild steel plates.
Course Fees: $75
Lab Hours: 4
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WELD 1773 - Gas Metal Arc Welding
Credits: 2
The study of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) fundamentals and safety. It provides training to develop the manual skills necessary to make high quality welds in all positions on mild steel plates.
Course Fees: $75
Lab Hours: 4
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WELD 1780 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - Plate
Credits: 3
The study of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) fundamentals and safety. It provides training to develop the manual skills necessary to make high quality GTAW welds in all positions on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum, using both direct and alternating current.
Course Fees: $75
Lab Hours: 6
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WELD 1781 - GTAW Welding for Gunsmithing
Credits: 2
Students will learn the proper method of TIG welding as it pertains to gunsmithing. Typically welding a smooth surface to a barreled surface and other types of TIG welding that are not commonly used.
Course Fees: $75
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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WELD 1850 - Fundamentals of Fabrication
Credits: 2
This course will provide the fundamentals of layout and fabrication for general shop weldments. The course will teach the basic tools and techniques for common shop layout and fabrication. A minor project is required along with a complete set of plans.
Prerequisite: WELD 1755 , WELD 1772 , or WELD 1773 ; and WELD 1650 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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WELD 2500 - Structural Welding
Credits: 5
This course provides training to develop the welding skills necessary to produce high quality groove welds with backing on 1” thick mild steel plates in all positions using the shielded metal arc welding and flux cored arc welding processes. Weld testing will be based on the American Welding Society Structural Welding Code D1.1.
Course Fees: $125
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 9
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WELD 2510 - Pipe Welding I
Credits: 4
This course provides training to develop the welding skills necessary to produce high quality groove welds on open root steel pipe in the 2G, 5G, and 6G (45 degree fixed) positions using E6010 and E7010 electrodes with downhill travel. Weld testing will be based on the American Petroleum Institute (API 1104) pipeline welding practices.
Course Fees: $125
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 7
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WELD 2520 - Pipe Welding II
Credits: 5
Shielded metal arc welding pipe (uphill)-the student will gain technical knowledge of pipe welding procedures and develop welding skills necessary to make high quality welds on open root mild steel pipe in the 2G, 5G, and 6G positions using E6010 and E7018 electrodes. Weld testing will be based on the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME 1X) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
Course Fees: $125
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 8
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WELD 2540 - Pipe Layout and Fabrication
Credits: 2
This course will provide the fundamentals of Layout and Fabrication of a weldment consisting of plate and typical pipe connections.
Prerequisite: MATH 1500 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
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WELD 2645 - SMAW and GTAW
Credits: 2
This course provides the student with a thorough technical understanding of Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding preparation for pipe welding. It develops the skills necessary to produce quality groove welds on 2” and 4” schedule 80 carbon steel pipe in all positions using GTAW for the Root Pass and E7018 for fill and Cover Passes.
Course Note: This course is offered for S/U grade only.
Course Fees: $75
Lab Hours: 4
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WELD 2670 - Welding Inspection Technology
Credits: 3
Students will study the theory of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), oxyacetylene welding (OAW), cutting (OC), brazing (TB), and destructive and nondestructive testing methods. Attention will be given to the types of welds, joints, filler rods, and electrodes used with metals
commonly joined by welding. Safety practices will be included.
Lecture Hours: 3
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WELD 2680 - Welding Metallurgy
Credits: 3
The study of gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), flux cored arc welding (FCAW), submerged arc welding (SAW), air carbon arc cutting (AAC), and plasma arc cutting (PAC) processes. Also the study of procedure and welder qualifications, basic welding metallurgy, metal identification, test positions, destructive and nondestructive testing methods, filler rods and electrodes, and various welding codes commonly used for welding of carbon and alloy steels, cast irons, and hard-facing applications.
Lecture Hours: 3
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WELD 2790 - Semiautomatic Pipe Welding
Credits: 2
This course provides the student with a thorough technical understanding of Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Cored Arc Welding preparation for pipe welding. It develops the skills necessary to produce quality groove welds on 2- and 5-inch schedule 80 carbon steel pipe in all positions using GMAW for the root pass and FCAW for fill and cover passes.
Course Fees: $75
Prerequisite: WELD 1772 and WELD 1773 . Any prerequisite must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 1/2
Lab Hours: 4
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Women’s Studies |
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WMST 1080 - Intro to Women’s Studies
Credits: 3
Introduction to key issues in women’s studies. Topical examination of women’s participation in, and relationship to, institutions of society such as family and school, as well as processes and activities such as work, art, literature and politics in historical and cross-cultural analysis.
Lecture Hours: 3
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Zoology |
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ZOO 2015 - Human Anatomy
Credits: 4
This lecture/laboratory course provides instruction concerning the structure of the human body with regard to its composition and arrangement. Students in biology, nursing, allied health, and pre-professional programs are encouraged to take this course.
Corequisite: ZOO-L001 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Pre/Corequisite: BIOL 1000 or BIOL 1010 must be completed with a grade of C or better; or BIOL 1000 or BIOL 1010 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
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ZOO 2025 - Human Physiology
Credits: 4
This lecture/laboratory course provides instruction concerning the function of the human body with regard to the manner in which the component parts interact with each other to ensure the survival of the organism. Students in biology, nursing, allied health, and preprofessional programs are encouraged to take this course.
Prerequisite: ZOO 2015 must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: ZOO-L002 must be taken at the same time as this course.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
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ZOO 2450 - Principles of Fish and Wildlife Management
Credits: 3
An introductory course for the following majors: wildlife conservation, biology, agriculture, range management, extension agents, ecology, environmental science, recreation management, and education. The topics include wildlife values, habitat, ecology and management, population structure, natural history, and contemporary issues.
Prerequisite: BIOL 1000 or BIOL 1010 . Any prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
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