May 17, 2024  
2018-2019 SLCC General Catalog 
    
2018-2019 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbering Information:
Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010 ); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010 ); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as MATH 0950 ).

 

Samoan

  
  • SAM 1020 - Beginning Samoan II (LN)

    Credits: 5
    Second in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture. Major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in the Samoan culture. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SAM 1010  or instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SAM 1300 - Beginning Conversation

    Credits: 1
    Beginning Samoan Conversation is intended to practice previously-acquired conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Attendance in lab is required. Course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: SAM 1010  or instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SAM 1900 - Special Studies in Samoan

    Credits: 1-2
    Students plan areas of study, Service Learning or travel and work with the instructor on an individual basis. Topics may be in language or culture. Lab may be required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SAM 2300 - Intermediate Conversation

    Credits: 1
    Intermediate Samoan Conversation is intended to practice previously-acquired conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Attendance in lab is required. Course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: SAM 1020  or instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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Social Work

  
  
  
  • SW 2100 - Human Behavior in Soc Env

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce students to the dynamics of human behavior in the social environment focusing on the interrelatedness of the biological, psychological and social dimensions of human behavior.


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  • SW 2650 - Social Welfare Policy

    Credits: 3
    Students will examine the development of social welfare policies and programs in the United States as well as legislation that sanctions social services programs.


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  • SW 2715 - Introduction to Dynamics of Addiction

    Credits: 2
    The course examines the current research regarding addiction; the interplay between research and practice; the etiology and neurological foundation of addiction; and the assessment process in addiction counseling.   Students will define their personal paradigm of addiction, treatment and recovery. Course is accepted by the University of Utah SUDTTC program.

    Prerequisite: SW 2100  and PSY 1010  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • SW 2715 - Introduction to Dynamics of Addiction

    Credits: 2
    The course examines the current research regarding addiction; the interplay between research and practice; the etiology and neurological foundation of addiction; and the assessment process in addiction counseling. Students will define their personal paradigm of addiction, treatment and recovery. Course is accepted by the University of Utah SUDTTC program.

    Prerequisite: SW 2100
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • SW 2720 - Mental Health

    Credits: 3
    This introductory course will discuss modalities and variables contributing to mental health issues and disorders. Several theoretical models of intervention will be discussed and used to provide the student a simulated clinical experience in the controlled environment of the class room. DSM-V will be introduced as it is the primary diagnostic tool used in the United States.

    Prerequisite: SW 1010  and SW 2100  
    Recommended Prerequisite: Introductory course in the behavioral sciences, such as FHS 1500 , EDU 1010 , PSY 1010 , or SOC 1010 .
    Semester: Spring


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  • SW 2750 - Ethics and the Social Work Professional

    Credits: 3
    Course examination of complex ethical aspects faced by social workers in professional practice. Useful  techniques and tools will be introduced to develop ethically appropriate professional behavior. 

    Prerequisite: SW 1010  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • SW 2900 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1-3
    This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in social work in a classroom setting.


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  • SW 2940 - Social Work Internship

    Credits: 4
    This course is offered to social work students at the culmination of their course work in social work. It is offered once a week and includes a supervised internship/work experience in a community agency/organization; the internship placement is completed by the Social Work Internship Instructor and will occur in the pre-requisite course SW 2750 Ethics and the Social Work Professional.

    Prerequisite: SW 2750  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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Sociology

  
  • SOC 1010 - Intro to Sociology (SS)

    Credits: 3
    The nature and scope of sociology, including systematic treatment of group life, social institutions, social problems, social change and social control.


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  • SOC 1020 - Social Problems (SS)

    Credits: 3


    SOC 1020 examines social problems such as deviance & crime, inequality, sexuality, physical and mental health, racism, war, and immigration. Various sociological perspectives, most notably the paradigms of conflict theory, functionalism, and symbolic interactionism, are applied to better understand causes and consequences. Strategies and techniques for addressing social problems will be discussed.

     

    Semester: All


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  • SOC 2015 - Doing Sociology: Intro to Social Research

    Credits: 3
    This course is an introduction to basic forms of quantitative data presentation and analysis driven by sociological theories. Students will be introduced to several different analytical methods including cross-tabulation, correlation, regression, and others. The course helps students to become comfortable using data to interpret and explain social phenomena in the world around us.

    Recommended Prerequisite: SOC 1010  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • SOC 2370 - Gender & U.S. Society (SS,DV)

    Credits: 3
    Social construction of gender; social institutions and gender inequalities; connections and disconnects between biological sex and gender; theories of gender socialization; impact of gender on problems in relationships and communication.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 1010  or appropriate placement scores.


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  • SOC 2400 - Intermountain West & People

    Credits: 3
    A basic study of the region known as the Intermountain West, its land and its people. It is a holistic approach including its geography, history, culture, and social institutions.


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  • SOC 2600 - Marriage and Family

    Credits: 3
    This class examines the nature of marriage and family as an institution in society. Emphasis placed on the effects of modern social structures and cultural values on interpersonal relationships and family life.


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  • SOC 2630 - Race and Ethnicity (SS,DV)

    Credits: 3
    Role of ethnic and racial minorities in the United States and the processes which arise when groups of people who differ come into contact with each other will be studied.


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  • SOC 2680 - Sociology of Aging

    Credits: 3
    This class introduces problems concerning the social role of the aged in industrial societies and the general field of aging. Biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite: SOC 1010 


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Spanish

  
  • SPN 1010 - First Semester Spanish

    Credits: 5
    First in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.  Major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: None for students with no previous experience in the language. Placement testing required for all others.
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 1020 - Second Semester Spanish (LN)

    Credits: 5
    Second in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.  Major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1010  w/C grade or better; or placement by test into SPN 1020
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 1300 - Beginning Conversation

    Credits: 1
    Course practices currently held conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Includes role-plays, small group work and presentations. Lab attendance may be required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1010  or instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 1900 - Special Studies in Spanish

    Credits: 1-2
    In this course in language and culture, students plan areas of study, Service Learning or travel and work with an instructor on an individual basis. Some work may be done in groups. Lab may be required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2010 - Third Semester Spanish

    Credits: 4
    Third in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.  Major objective of the second year is to increase functional language ability in Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1020  w/C grade or better; or placement by test into SPN 2010
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2020 - Fourth Semester Spanish

    Credits: 4
    Fourth in a series of four courses which focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.  Major objective of the second year is to increase functional language ability in Spanish, and cultural competence. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 2010  w/C grade or better; or placement by test into SPN 2020
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2040 - Intermediate Heritage Spanish

    Credits: 4
    Students increase knowledge of Hispanic cultures; listening, speaking, reading, writing and exploring a global understanding of Hispanic issues and challenges. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: For Spanish heritage speakers; raised in a home where Spanish is spoken; must be bilingual to some degree
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2050 - Intermediate Heritage Spanish

    Credits: 4
    Students increase knowledge of Hispanic cultures; listening, speaking, reading, writing and exploring a global understanding of Hispanic issues and challenges. Lab attendance is required.

    Prerequisite: For Spanish heritage speakers; raised in a home where Spanish is spoken; must be bilingual to some degree; Instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2300 - Conversation

    Credits: 1
    Course practices currently held conversation skills to increase speaking ability and vocabulary. Includes role-plays, small group activities and presentations. Lab attendance required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1020  or instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2700 - Introduction to Literature

    Credits: 3
    Second year courses focus on improvement of listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture skills. Major objective is to increase functional language ability through holistic approach to literature. Lab attendance required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1020  or SPN 2020 
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2710 - Intro to Spanish Film

    Credits: 3
    Course will aid students in their study of language and culture. Films will be viewed with subtitles and written work and discussions will be in Spanish. Lab attendance required.

    Prerequisite: SPN 1020  or instructor approval
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SPN 2800 - Medical Spanish

    Credits: 3
    Course designed for students with an intermediate level of ability in Spanish, or higher, with academic or professional interests in the medical field. It focuses on mastering medical terminology in Spanish and communicating with patients in non-standard Spanish about health concerns and issues. It includes a brief introduction to the profession of medical interpreting.

    Prerequisite: Spanish 2020 or equivalent
    Semester: Fall


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  • SPN 2900 - Special Topics in Spanish

    Credits: 1-3
    This is a course designed by faculty which allows students to explore specific interests in Spanish language and culture. Lab attendance required. May be repeated for credit.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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Stagehand JATC Technology

  
  • SHA 1110 - Stagehands 1 A

    Credits: 5
    This course provides the basic foundation for stagecraft with the basics of stage and scenic carpentry, electrical theory and stage electrics, properties, and on-the-job protocols.


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  • SHA 1210 - Stagehands II A

    Credits: 5
    Theory and practical application including lamps and cables, Trade Shows set-up and maintenance. Also costume dressing and management.


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  • SHA 1220 - Stagehands II B

    Credits: 5
    Theory and hands-on application for sound, lighting boards, forklift operation and certification, and construction and repair of stock scenery pieces.


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  • SHA 2320 - Stagehands III B

    Credits: 5
    High lift and trade show rigging, audio-visual equipment and software, and an introduction to work within the film and movie industry.


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Student Leader & Success Studies

  
  • SLSS 2100 - Developing the Civically Engaged Leader

    Credits: 3
    This course focuses on leadership development with emphasis on civic engagement, social awareness, and agency for positive change.

    Semester: All


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  • SLSS 2120 - Developing Personal Characteristics & Team Leadership (HR)

    Credits: 3
    Students will be introduced to the world of leadership through experiential interactive exercises and activities designed to allow students to assess their personal leadership qualities and develop a plan to enhance their leadership.  Skills and concepts learned in this course will be centered on personal leadership characteristics, communication, organiational team behavior, and problem solving.

    Semester: All


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  • SLSS 2900 - Special Topics in Student Leadership & Success Studies

    Credits: 1-3
    An in depth study of a particular topic in Student Leadership and Success Studies. The course may involve readings, discussion, research, service learning, intensive writing or other skills deemed appropriate.


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Substation Apprenticeship (CE)

  
  • SUBE 1110 - Substation Apprentice 1A

    Credits: 5
    This course is for substation apprentices. Students will learn about basic electricity, electrical safety, tool use, Ohms Law and series circuits. The course also covers parallel, combination and DC fundamentals.


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  • SUBE 1120 - Substation Apprentice 1B

    Credits: 5
    Substation apprentices will learn about reading electrical symbol diagrams; substations and switchyards; safety in transmission and distribution maintenance; trigonometry for AC electricity; induction and transformers; and TandD systems.

    Prerequisite: SUBE 1110  or Departmental Approval


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  • SUBE 1210 - Substation Apprentice 2A

    Credits: 5
    Substation apprentices will learn about safety in substations and switchyards; electromagnetic induction; high voltage AC power; transformers; reading electrical system diagrams; and use of electrical test and line test equipment.

    Prerequisite: SUBE 1120  or Departmental Approval


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  • SUBE 1220 - Substation Apprentice 2B

    Credits: 5
    Substation apprentices will learn about distribution line safety; material handling bucket trucks; power transformer insulation resistor testing, turns ration testing, oil tests pressure relay testing and new inspection tests.

    Prerequisite: SUBE 1210  or Departmental Approval


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  • SUBE 2310 - Substation Apprentice 3A

    Credits: 5
    Substation apprentices will learn about safety in substations and switchyards; circuit breakers; contact resistance testing; circuit breaker inspections, time travel and analysis; hydraulic derricks; digging equipment; rigging.

    Prerequisite: SUBE 1220  or Departmental Approval


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  • SUBE 2320 - Substation Apprentice 3B

    Credits: 5
    Substation apprentices will learn about bucket truck safety; capacitors and reactors; voltage regulators; relays 1 and 2; control equipment; high voltage terminations; and substation battery, chargers, replacement and testing.

    Prerequisite: SUBE 2310  or Departmental Approval


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  • SUBE 2410 - Substation Apprentice 4A

    Credits: 5
    Substation apprentices will learn about SF6 gas properties and handling; current transformer testing; vacuum bottle hi-pot testing; inferred conditioning monitoring; corona discharge testing; and multi-meter operation and use.

    Prerequisite: SUBE 2320  or Departmental Approval


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  • SUBE 2420 - Substation Apprentice 4B

    Credits: 5
    Substation apprentices will learn about safety in transmission and distribution maintenance; use of electrical test equipment; distribution line safety; power transformer turns ratio testing and temperature indicating testing.

    Prerequisite: SUBE 2410  or Departmental Approval


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Surgical Technology

  
  • SURG 1200 - Intro to Surgical Technology

    Credits: 10
    Fundamentals course in Surgical Technology.

    Prerequisite: Admission into program
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SURG 1510 - Surgical Practicum 1

    Credits: 5
    Students will participate in a cooperative education experience in a clinical health facility under direct supervision of facility personnel. Students will progress from the second to first scrub role in entry level surgical procedures in increased complexity as the student progresses. Procedures will be recorded and upon completion of course students must meet minimum number of surgical cases per accreditation.

    Prerequisite: Admission into program
    Corequisite: SURG 1500  
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SURG 1600 - Comprehensive Surg. Technology

    Credits: 1
    A review of Surgical Technology knowledge learned throughout the program to prepare students to pass the Program Assessment exam, and the NBSTSA exam.

    Prerequisite: Admission into program
    Corequisite: SURG 1610 


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  • SURG 1610 - Surgical Practicum 2

    Credits: 5
    Coop education experience in a clinical health facility under direct supervision of the personnel in the facility. Upon completion of course student must meet minimum number of surgical cases per accreditation.

    Prerequisite: Admission into program
    Corequisite: SURG 1600  
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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Surveying Technology

  
  • SVT 1010 - Introduction to Surveying

    Credits: 1
    Covers a historical tour of surveying from its beginnings to the present. The course will emphasize mathematical and technological progress as well as the role of surveyors in the beginning of America.


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  • SVT 1030 - Surveying Field Techniques I

    Credits: 3
    This course provides hands-on experience with survey equipment. Horizontal traverses, levels, distance measuring techniques and devices, including how to take field notes are explored.

    Prerequisite: SVT 1110  or MATH 1060 
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SVT 1110 - Surveying Math I (QS)

    Credits: 4
    Considers survey applications of algebra, trigonometry and analytic geometry. Includes bearing systems, elevations, traverse, adjustments and measurements corrections, horizontal/vertical curves, areas and volumes, partitioning of land.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1060  or appropriate placement score


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  • SVT 1120 - Surveying Math II

    Credits: 4
    Encompasses survey applications of astronomical observations, state plane coordinate systems, error analysis, restoration of lost corners, least square adjustment, horizontal control networks.

    Prerequisite: SVT 1110 


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  • SVT 2000 - Surveying CO-OP Education

    Credits: 1-3
    Supervised work experience in a business, industrial or government environment related to the program major. Credit is awarded for successful completion of specific objectives that provide new learning in the job and program.

    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, minimum 2.0 GPA, and study related employment


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  • SVT 2020 - Public Land Surveying

    Credits: 3
    Covers a detailed study of land systems, including general and special instructions, lost and obliterated corners, single and double proportion, monumentation, riparian boundaries laps, hiatuses mineral surveys and official survey documents.

    Prerequisite: SVT 1030  and SVT 1120 


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  • SVT 2030 - Surveying Field Techniques II

    Credits: 3
    Field experience in construction surveying and staking, encompassing GPS fundamentals, radial surveying, robotics, total stations, data collection methods, coordinate creation/adjustment, public lands/state plane coordinate systems, etc.

    Prerequisite: SVT 1030 
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • SVT 2040 - Control Surveys

    Credits: 3
    Accuracy levels and field procedures used to obtain them are explored. Calculation techniques for control networks, triangulations, trilateralation and traverse use are dealt with at length. G.P.S. will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite: SVT 1120 


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  • SVT 2050 - Legal Descriptions

    Credits: 3
    This course is about writing and understanding survey legal descriptions. Latent and patent ambiguities, basis of bearing and interpretation of terms are integrated into the course.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 2100 , SVT 1120 , SVT 2020  or all concurrently


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  • SVT 2100 - Land Development

    Credits: 3
    Land planning techniques used in residential and commercial developments are discussed. Subdivision, condominiums, cluster housing, industrial parks and commercial complexes are studied and approval procedures are explained.

    Prerequisite: SVT 1110 


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  • SVT 2160 - Land Boundary Law I

    Credits: 2
    The study of responsibilities of the land boundary surveyor, in protecting rights and interest of the land. Ownership and transfer of real property, systems for land descriptions, statute law, common law and presumptions are discussed.


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  • SVT 2170 - Land Boundary Law II

    Credits: 2
    Course studies researching of common law, location of sequential conveyances, location of simultaneous conveyances and unwritten transfers.

    Prerequisite: SVT 2160  (recommended but not required)


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  • SVT 2200 - Public Records

    Credits: 2
    Students will study public records relating to land and its governing laws. This course requires tours of local record systems and law libraries. Extensive research and how to access and use the various systems will be explored.

    Prerequisite: SVT 2160 , SVT 2170  and SVT 2050 ; or all concurrently


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  • SVT 2290 - Applied Surveying Drafting

    Credits: 3
    This course is to develop a working knowledge of CAD as it relates to the profession of land surveying. Designing and drafting plats, utility master plans, digital terrain models, plan and profile sheets, and layouts from legal descriptions will be covered.

    Prerequisite: EDDT 2190  and SVT 1030 


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  • SVT 2990 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1-3
    This course is designed so the students can work on special individualized projects under the supervision of the instructor.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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Technical Support Skills

  
  • KTSS 0115 - Entry-Level Business Skills

    Contact Hours: 50-295
    Foundation courses for PWI program. Required of all students enrolled in PWI. Combines computer-based and hands-on instruction. Students assigned program of study per evaluation by PWI staff.


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Technology

  
  • STEM 1010 - Mathematics and Technology (QS)

    Credits: 3


    This course teaches the use of technology to improve the utility of mathematics for a student. Students will extend their mathematical literacy, problem-solving skills, and enthusiasm for the power and beauty of mathematics as a tool for quantifying their world. This course will help a student master mathematical techniques and concepts through exposure to important problems they are likely to encounter in technology based fields. Topics covered include the following:

    1) Mastery of fractions including both rational and decimal representations. 2) Review of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and their application to technological situations as well as in art, architecture, music and nature 3) Circles and arcs 4) Vector problems applied to static situations; 5) Practical calculus including both differentiation and integration in rich practical situation 6) The use of Transcendentals including Sin, Cos, Tan, Exp and their inverses in modeling and solving problems 7) Imaginary numbers as a tool to express magnitude and phase. 8) Linear algebra with matrix methods to solve multivariable systems. 9) Graphing as a technique to understand the behavior and meaning of mathematical functions. 10) Basic ideas underlying probability, sampling and statistics.

    Prerequisite: Within the last year: MATH 0980  w/C grade or better or appropriate placement score; and ENGL 0990  w/C grade or better.
    Semester: All


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  • TECH 1030 - Complex Devices Simp.

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on exploring and learning about common systems that may be encountered in today’s world, particularly in high-tech devices, and how to apply this knowledge to understanding / troubleshooting complex devices.


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Theatre

  
  • THEA 1013 - Survey of Theatre (FA)

    Credits: 3
    Survey of Western theatre from ritual to contemporary theatre. Students explore the role of theater from a Western perspective in the development of modern thought, culture, politics and society.


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  • THEA 1030 - Voice and Movement for the Actor

    Credits: 3
    A practical application of the use of the actor’s body, how it influences the voice, and how the two affect one’s ability to effectively perform for the stage, film and other media. Aspects of the Lessac, Alexander, and Hawkin’s techniques are explored.

    Semester: Spring


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  • THEA 1033 - Acting I-Basic Acting (FA)

    Credits: 3
    This provides an introduction to the basic aspects of the acting process. Emphasis is placed on techniques of acting with exercises in improvisation, monologues and duo scenes.


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  • THEA 1090 - Bridging the Arts (FA)

    Credits: 3
    The purpose of this course is to examine the interconnectedness of art, dance, music, and theater through lecture, observation, participation, attending performances, discussion, analysis, and writing.  Students will investigate the elements of each art and the common threads within the creative process to develop an informed appreciation for their own artistic values.

    Semester: All


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  • THEA 1113 - Voice 1: Voice & Diction

    Credits: 3
    A comprehensive study of the human voice and its physiology as it relates to the production and quality of sound. A comprehensive study of phonetic sound using the International Phonetic Alphabet, and the skills involved in developing flexibility and range related to the craft of acting.

    Semester: Fall


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  • THEA 1190 - Production

    Credits: 3
    Course is designed to involve students as a company in production of one-act plays, readers theatre and/or a full-length play. Can be repeated for credit.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • THEA 1223 - Stage Make-up

    Credits: 3
    The basics of stage makeup including two and three dimensional work with a focus on corrective, aging and period makeup. Includes an introduction to prosthetics and hair.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • THEA 1400 - Copyrights for Creative Professionals

    Credits: 1
    This introductory short course focuses on U.S. copyrights given to creative individuals who produce visual, musical, literary works of art or performing arts. The course also covers licensing and trademarking.


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  • THEA 1420 - Salesmanship And Promotion For Creative Professionals

    Credits: 2
    This introductory short course will introduce basic sales and self-promotional principles and techniques specifically tailored for creative artists.


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  • THEA 1440 - Building A Creative Business

    Credits: 2
    This introductory short course will introduce basic business structures and examine the process of setting up a business for creative professionals working in the areas of music, the many forms of visual design, fine art, animation, film and video, and the literary arts.


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  • THEA 1513 - Technical Theatre I-Stagecraft

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to technical theatre , the stage house and theatrical production. Design, construction, painting, lighting, and sound are introduced. No prerequisites.

    Corequisite: THEA 1160  (required)


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  • THEA 1515 - Basic Audio Production

    Credits: 3
    A broad overview of sound, sound systems, recording, and live sound reinforcement providing basic training in the physics of sound and the hardware and systems used to control and record it. No prerequisites.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • THEA 1713 - Script Analysis

    Credits: 3
    Development of methods and ideologies of script analysis with focus on the identification of major components of the text of the script. Emphasis is placed on dramatic structure, characterization, given circumstances, exposition and the dramaturgical intrinsic meaning of the text.

    Semester: Spring


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  • THEA 1900 - Special Projects in Theatre

    Credits: 1-3
    Students will plan their areas of study, performance and/or technical work with full-time instructor on an individual basis.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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