May 14, 2024  
2021-2022 SLCC General Catalog 
    
2021-2022 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 ).

 

Office Skills (SAT)

  
  • KAOS 0610 - Spreadsheets

    Clock Hours: 60
    This course covers application of Excel software. Coverage includes formatting and modifying cells and worksheets, use of simple functions, and creation of charts.  Course also covers advanced Excel applications, including custom formats and pivot charts. Prepares students to sit for MOS exam.

    Recommended Prerequisite: KAOS 0100  
    Semester: All


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  • KAOS 0700 - Spreadsheets 2

    Clock Hours: 40
    Course covers advanced Excel applications, including custom formats and pivot charts. Prepares students to sit for MOS exam.

    Recommended Corequisite: KAOS 0600  
    Semester: All


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Outdoor Adventure Parks and Recreation

  
  • OAPR 1980 - Wilderness First Responder

    Credits: 3


    Wilderness First Responder is the industry standard for professional guides, trip leaders, search and rescue team members, outdoor recreationists, and international travelers. Upon completion, students will be able to conduct a thorough physical exam, obtain a patient history, assess vital signs, provide emergency care in the wilderness, and make crucial evacuation decisions.

    Successful course completion will earn the following NOLS Wilderness Medicine certifications: 

    • Wilderness First Responder
    • Adult, and Child CPR & Airway Management
    • Epinephrine Auto-injector


    Semester: All


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  • OAPR 2101 - Foundations of Outdoor Adventure, Parks & Recreation

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the diverse field of outdoor adventure, parks and recreation. The class will explore the meaning, roles, and functions of leisure, recreation and play. Current trends and issues in the field will be examined. Students will explore professional opportunities created through the recreation and leisure industry.

    Semester: All


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  • OAPR 2300 - Outdoor Adventure, Parks and Recreation Internship I

    Credits: 3
    OAPR internships expose students to multiple field experiences, helping them determine their strengths, interests, and career focus in the discipline.  It is also designed to gain insight into the roles, duties and responsibilities of outdoor adventure, parks and recreation professionals.

    Prerequisite: OAPR 2101  
    Semester: All


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  • OAPR 2301 - Outdoor Adventure, Parks and Recreation Internship II

    Credits: 3
    This course is the second internship for completion of the OAPR degree. OAPR internships expose students to multiple field experiences, helping them determine their strengths, interests, and career focus in the discipline. It is also designed to gain insight into the roles, duties and responsibilities of outdoor adventure, parks and recreation professionals.

    Prerequisite: OAPR 2300  
    Semester: All


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  • OAPR 2320 - Recreation Programming and Leadership

    Credits: 4
    This course provides theoretical and applied understanding of leadership and programming within various fields related to parks, recreation, and tourism. Students will explore personal leadership styles, program planning and preparation, activity implementation through individual, and collaborative learning experiences.

    Prerequisite: OAPR 2101  
    Semester: All


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Personal Enrichment (CE)

  
  • CETG 0453 - Explore a Career - A Pharmacy Technician

    Credits: 2.4
    Master the skills that will prepare you for an entry-level position as a pharmacy tech or clerk.


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Pharmacy Technician

  
  • PHAR 1010 - Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

    Credits: 3
    This online course is designed to give an overview of the pharmacy technician role in the practice of pharmacy in the hospital setting, community pharmacies and other non-traditional pharmacy settings. Successful completion of this class will provide the student an understanding of roles and expectations of a pharmacy technician in various pharmacy settings, review general work routines, and introduce specific basic skills required in a pharmacy workplace. 

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHAR 1015 - Pharmacy Technician Skills

    Credits: 3
    Course teaches foundational and advanced level pharmacy technician skills needed in a variety of workplace settings. Curriculum aligns with ASHP accreditation standards. Hands-on practice using information sources, drug knowledge, accurate calculations and measurement, computer skills, customer relations prescription processing, and general concepts of professionalism in health care are presented.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PHAR 1020 - Pharmacology I

    Credits: 3
    This course teaches basic knowledge of the medications most commonly dispensed in pharmacy practice. Information regarding use, mechanism of action, side effects, contraindications, drug interactions and special cautions are reviewed. Issues related to medication and patient safety are emphasized. Technician professionalism, soft skills, communication and cultural awareness related to disease management are covered. Inpatient, outpatient, prescription, non-prescription and alternative therapies are reviewed. Brand and generic drug names, therapeutic class, common use and dosing are memorized.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PHAR 1030 - Sterile and Non-Sterile Compounding

    Credits: 3
    Course prepares students for the successful preparation of compounded sterile parenteral and non-sterile pharmaceuticals. Course emphasizes aseptic technique, procedures that ensure patient safety and consistent, pathogen-free products. Instruction teaches background knowledge and practical skills needed to prepare compounded products based on current USP Chapter 795 and 797 requirements. Aseptic garbing, hand washing, hood cleaning, large and small volume parenteral preparation, ampule preparation, as well as nonsterile dose preparation are practiced. Activities place emphasis on patient safety in preparation of doses.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PHAR 1035 - Pharmacy Sterile Compounding Pass-Off Laboratory

    Credits: 1
    Course passes off student’s ability to demonstrate individual skills in sterile and nonsterile compounding tasks learned in PHAR 1030. Course authenticates mastery of aseptic technique and skills needed to prepare sterile and nonsterile compounded products based on current USP Chapter 795 and 797 requirements. Aseptic garbing, hand washing, hood cleaning, large and small volume parenteral preparation, ampule preparation, lip balm, topical creams, ointments and suspensions are demonstrated.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Recommended Corequisite: PHAR 1030  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHAR 1040 - Pharmacy Calculations and Law

    Credits: 2
    Course teaches the essential mathematics concepts and skills pharmacy technicians use on the job. Skills required for calculating and preparing drug doses in community and institutional pharmacy settings are mastered. Basic skills on fractions, percents, conversions, measurements, application of equations required for dose and solution preparations are presented.  Business terms and math skills essential to determine inventory and purchasing needs, profit margins, and inventory control are covered. State, federal and controlled substance laws governing pharmacy practice are presented.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHAR 1045 - Communication Skills for Pharmacy Technicians

    Credits: 3
    This course teaches pharmacy technician students the principles, skills, and practices that are the foundation for clear communication and the essential development of trust with future patients, healthcare professionals, and co-workers. Students learn theory and basic principles of oral and written communication, develop practical skills using those tools, and practice application of those skills in everyday encounters. Role-play situations allow students to effectively communicate and fine-tune their communication skills in dealing with a variety of sensitive situations that arise in pharmacy practice.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Spring & Summer


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  • PHAR 1050 - Pharmacy Computers

    Credits: 2
    The course will introduce students to prescription processing software resembling that used in retail pharmacy settings. Students will master the principles using any software program to serve patients effectively and accurately. Details concerning actual prescription processing will be covered in class in preparation for the hands-on computer lab following the class. In addition to prescription processing, students will learn a practical, focused overview of medical insurance and billing of prescriptions in the community pharmacy setting. Details to work with prescription charges, billing processes, and claim adjudication will be covered.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHAR 1055 - Pharmacy Computer Application Laboratory

    Credits: 1
    Student will process prescriptions using the McKesson Enterprise Management Software System in the pharmacy computer lab. Details concerning use of the software will be covered in PHAR 1050  in preparation for the hands-on computer lab. In addition to prescription processing, students will learn a practical, focused overview of medical insurance and billing of prescriptions in the community pharmacy setting. Details to work with prescription charges, billing processes, and claim adjudication will be covered. Management of cash drawer creation, reconciliation, and counting change will be demonstrated.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Recommended Corequisite: PHAR 1050  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHAR 1060 - Pharmacology II

    Credits: 3
    This course is a continuation of Pharmacology I, teaching basic knowledge of the medications most commonly dispensed in pharmacy practice. Information regarding use, mechanism of action, side effects, contraindications, drug interactions and special cautions are reviewed. Issues related to medication and patient safety are emphasized. Professional technician skills continue to be modeled and reviewed. Inpatient, outpatient, prescription, non-prescription and alternative therapies are covered. Additional brand and generic drug names, therapeutic class, common use and dosing are memorized.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHAR 1065 - Pharmacology III Over the Counter Medications

    Credits: 2
    This course discusses various common ailments and explores the non-prescription options available to the public for self-treatment.  As pharmacy technicians are allowed to provide counseling to patients about non-prescription alternatives, the course presents the principles of patient communication and key points to be covered when discussing options with the patient.  The course introduces a select group of medication options and allows the student to practice communication skills in presenting these drugs to fellow students in the class.

    Prerequisite: Admission to Pharmacy Technician cohort
    Semester: Fall & Summer


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  • PHAR 2070 - Technician Clinical Capstone

    Credits: 2
    The course allows hands-on experience of prior program curriculum for 200 hours under the supervision and direction of a licensed pharmacist who serves as a preceptor to the student.  This is done by assignment to two unique practice sites in various hospital and community settings.   Student will perform all tasks required by technicians employed in the setting with direction from pharmacists and technicians.  Performance will be evaluated based on pre-established experiential criteria by the designated preceptor.

    Prerequisite: Utah Department of Professional Licensing Pharmacy Technician Training License
    Semester: Fall & Summer
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PHAR 2980 - Comprehensive Examination Review and Special Topics

    Credits: 2
    The course is a comprehensive review of all community and hospital pharmacy technician curriculum in preparation for the national pharmacy technician certification examination. Pharmacy is a dynamic healthcare field constantly presenting new medication-related topics essential for the practicing technician. Course will allow these topics to be covered as they emerge, drawing on clinical instructors with field expertise in these topics. Guest presenters will discuss work-site opportunities. 

    Prerequisite: Successful completion or current enrollment in all other program course requirements.
    Semester: Fall & Summer


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Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 1000 - Intro to Philosophy (HU)

    Credits: 3
    This course examines the historical development of western philosophy and philosophical problems concerning truth, reality, and values. Topics may include free will, God, meaning, identity, the good life, morality, argumentation and logic, knowledge, identity, social and political organization, some Eastern philosophy, and more. Skills of inquiry, argumentation and analysis are also developed. 

    Semester: All


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  • PHIL 1090 - Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl

    Credits: 1
    The Ethics Bowl is a tiered competition consisting of 12 regional competitions and held every Fall. This course prepares students to participate as a team representing SLCC. Students receive a set of cases and prepare arguments exploring a variety of topics within practical and professional ethics, and participate in competitions with teams from peer institutions.

    Prerequisite: Registration Code
    Recommended Prerequisite: Any 3-credit-hour PHIL course at SLCC
    Recommended Corequisite: Any 3-credit-hour PHIL course at SLCC
    Semester: Fall


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  • PHIL 1120 - Social Ethics (HU)

    Credits: 3
    The philosophical study of moral values, how we understand what is right and wrong, and how we make moral decisions and act in the world.  Through classic philosophical texts and contemporary writers, we explore moral philosophies and principles, and we develop skills to analyze and respond to moral dilemmas surrounding death, punishment, war; love and hate; animals and the environment, and more. 

    Semester: All


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  • PHIL 1250 - Reasoning and Rational Decision-Making (CM)

    Credits: 3
    This course strengthens reasoning, communication and argumentation skills in a variety of contexts—professional, academic and public—through analyzing and evaluating argument-structure, fallacies, causal, statistical, probability, analogical and other inductive and deductive reasoning methodologies that ground knowledge claims in our disciplines, and in political, moral and legal spheres.

    Semester: All


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  • PHIL 2300 - Intro Environmental Ethics (HU)

    Credits: 3
    Philosophical analyses of our ethical relationships to the environment, such as moral extensionism, deep ecology, ecofeminism, and environmental justice. Application to classic and contemporary environmental issues.

    Semester: All


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  • PHIL 2350 - Principles of the Philosophy of Religion (HU)

    Credits: 3
    This is an introduction to the principles of philosophy as applied to religion and religious beliefs and practices, such as arguments for and against the existence of God, justification and/or denial of miracles, faith v. reason, and ethics. The approach is primarily analytic and argumentative, giving special attention to methods of philosophical reasoning.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHIL 2900 - Special Topics in Philosophy

    Credits: 1-3
    Themes and topics of special interest that vary from semester to semester. Topics may include current event, new and emerging technologies, and other topics not normally taught or covered elsewhere. Repeatable when specific topics vary.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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Physical Therapist Assistant

  
  • PTA 1010 - Intro to Physical Therapy

    Credits: 2
    Students will explore the field of therapy including an overview of therapy treatments in different health care settings and pertinent legal and ethical considerations. Students will participate in clinical observation.

    Semester: All


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  • PTA 2010 - Principles of Functional and Neuro Anatomy

    Credits: 3
    Students will explore neuro-musculo-skeletal anatomy in depth and relate it to functional activity. Topics include neuroanatomy, structure and function of the musculo-skeletal system, and components of human motion.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program
    Corequisite: PTA 2015  
    Semester: Fall


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  • PTA 2015 - Application of Functional Anatomy in Physical Therapy

    Credits: 1
    Students will palpate musculoskeletal anatomy in depth and relate it to data collection and functional activity.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program and PTA 1500  
    Corequisite: PTA 2010  
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2100 - Patient Care Skills

    Credits: 2
    Students learn the application of patient care skills, body mechanics, principles and use of mobility devices, and medical documentation.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program
    Corequisite: PTA 2110  
    Semester: Fall


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  • PTA 2110 - Implementation of Patient Care Skills in Physical Therapy

    Credits: 1
    Students practice patient care skills, body mechanics, transfers, use of mobility devices, and medical documentation.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program
    Corequisite: PTA 2100  
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2200 - Therapeutic Modalities and Integumentary Disorders

    Credits: 2
    Students learn the theory of physical agents and mechanical modalities and integumentary disorders.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program
    Corequisite: PTA 2210  
    Semester: Fall


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  • PTA 2210 - Implementation of Therapeutic Modalities in Physical Therapy

    Credits: 2
    Students practice applications of physical agents and mechanical modalities.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program
    Corequisite: PTA 2200  
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2300 - Principles of Therapeutic Exercise

    Credits: 2
    Students learn the principles and techniques of therapeutic exercise.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program
    Corequisite: PTA 2310  
    Semester: Fall


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  • PTA 2310 - Implementation of Therapeutic Exercise in Physical Therapy

    Credits: 2
    Students practice techniques of therapeutic exercise including uses of specialized exercise equipment.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program
    Corequisite: PTA 2300  
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2350 - Data Collection for the PTA

    Credits: 2
    Students learn a wide variety of data collection skills appropriate for the physical therapist assistant.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2360  
    Semester: Spring


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  • PTA 2360 - Implementation of Data Collection

    Credits: 2
    Students develop competency in a wide variety of data collection skills appropriate for the physical therapist assistant.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2350  
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2400 - Musculoskeletal Disorders

    Credits: 3
    Students learn medical and surgical musculoskeletal pathologies including common treatment strategies and the involvement of physical therapy.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better.
    Corequisite: PTA 2410  
    Semester: Spring


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  • PTA 2410 - Therapeutic Interventions for Musculoskeletal Disorders

    Credits: 1
    Students develop treatment skills for medical and surgical musculoskeletal pathologies.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2400  
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2450 - Neurological Disorders

    Credits: 2
    Students learn neurological pathologies including common treatment strategies and the involvement of physical therapy.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2460  
    Semester: Summer


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  • PTA 2460 - Therapeutic Interventions for Neurological Disorders

    Credits: 2
    Students develop treatment skills for neurological pathologies.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2450  
    Semester: Summer


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  • PTA 2510 - Special Disorders and Populations I

    Credits: 3
    Students learn selected system pathologies and special populations including common treatment strategies and the involvement of physical therapy.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2520  
    Semester: Spring


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  • PTA 2520 - Therapeutic Interventions for Special Disorders

    Credits: 1
    Students develop treatment skills for selected special pathologies and populations.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2510  
    Semester: Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2530 - Gerontology

    Credits: 2
    Students will learn the sociological, psychological, and physical facets of the aging process. Selected treatment approaches unique to an aging population will be presented and discussed.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Semester: Spring


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  • PTA 2540 - Special Disorders & Populations II

    Credits: 1
    Student learns common pathologies related to systems of the body including common strategies and involvement of physical therapy.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Semester: Summer


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  • PTA 2550 - Rehabilitation Psychology

    Credits: 2
    Students will learn the psychological aspects of the rehabilitation process. Topics include health locus of control, learned helplessness, self-efficacy and the biopsychosocial model of treatment.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Semester: Summer


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  • PTA 2600 - Clinical Internship I

    Credits: 4
    Students will participate in a supervised clinical experience in physical therapy department affiliated with the College.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Semester: Summer
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2700 - Clinical Internship II

    Credits: 6
    Students will complete an internship including practical Performance and application of physical therapy procedures and techniques under supervision in selected physical therapy clinical settings.

    Prerequisite: Completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2710 - Clinical Internship III

    Credits: 6
    Students will complete a culminating internship demonstrating practical performance and application of physical therapy procedures and techniques under supervision in selected physical therapy clinical settings.

    Prerequisite:  Successful completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: PTA 2700 
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PTA 2750 - Seminar for the PTA

    Credits: 1
    Students will integrate principles of academic learning with clinical practice and presentation of current trends and issues in PT, along with professional journal reviews, and development of employment skills.

    Prerequisite: Completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan
    Semester: Fall


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  • PTA 2850 - Special Studies for the PTA

    Credits: 2
    This is a special studies course to prepare students for the national licensing examination.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Spring


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  • PTA 2950 - Sports Physical Therapy

    Credits: 2
    Students learn principles of injury prevention and therapeutic rehabilitation applied to the practice of sport and competitive physical activity.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into technical portion of program
    Semester: Fall


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Physics

  
  • PHYS 1010 - Elementary Physics (PS)

    Credits: 3
    Conceptual survey course in introductory physics. For non-science majors. Principles of mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics.

    Semester: All


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  • PHYS 1040 - Elementary Astronomy (PS)

    Credits: 3
    Course includes structure, scale, and behavior of the universe and its underlying laws presented in a conceptual format. It shows examples of formation and workings of the sun and planets. Also teaches earth as a planet and as a reference for reckoning of the celestial sphere.

    Semester: All


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  • PHYS 2010 - College Physics I

    Credits: 4
    For pre-professional, non-science, non-engineering majors. Newtons laws of motion, gravity, work and energy, solid body motion, fluid motion, vibrations and waves, and thermal physics.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1050  
    Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 2015  
    Semester: All


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  • PHYS 2011 - Physics Problem Session

    Credits: 1
    Problem session for PHYS 2010 , based on the lecture class. Though not required, students are strongly encouraged to register for this session.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHYS 2021 - Physics Problem Session

    Credits: 1
    Problem session for PHYS 2020 , based on lecture classes. Though not required, students are strongly encouraged to register for this session.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • PHYS 2210 - Physics for Science & Engineering I

    Credits: 4
    For engineering and science majors. Mechanics and Newtons laws presented with calculus. Gravity, energy, momentum, fluid mechanics, oscillations, waves, and thermodynamics.

    Prerequisite: ENGR 1010  or MATH 1210  
    Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 2215  
    Semester: All


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  • PHYS 2500 - Introduction to Computer Methods in Physics

    Credits: 2
    Computer software and methods commonly used in physics are introduced including the use of numerical, graphical, and symbolic manipulation software to solve common physics problems. Other common applications encountered by the physics professional will be explored.

    Prerequisite: PHYS 2210  
    Recommended Prerequisite: PHYS 2220  
    Semester: Fall


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  • PHYS 2710 - Introductory Modern Physics for Scientists and Engineers

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to Modern Physics with a focus on relativity, quantum mechanics, and atomic physics. Applications in solid-state physics, bonding in molecules and solids, and nuclear physics.

    Prerequisite: MATH 2210 , PHYS 2220 , PHYS 2225  w/ C grade or better
    Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 2250  
    Semester: Spring


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Plumber/Pipefitter JATC Technology

  
  • PFA 1110 - Trade Related Math

    Credits: 2
    Applied related grade math required for the core curriculum success of each student. This course covers basic math through Triangular Trigonometry.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1111 - Soldering and Brazing

    Credits: 2
    Theory and application of soldered and brazed joints, pipe preparation, and reaming.

    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1140 - Principles of Technology

    Credits: 2
    This class will provide training in basic principles of physics and practical examples that relate to the industry.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1150 - Job Safety and Heritage

    Credits: 2
    Brief history of the Plumbing/Pipefitting industry and the organizational structure of the trade. Emphasis on the importance of job safety, personal safety, and the well being of others on the job site.

    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1160 - Use and Care, Pipe Fittings

    Credits: 2
    Theory and practical hands on applications of various pipe fittings, their uses and purposes, use and care of the materials and equipment used in the trade.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1170 - Plumbing Science & Mechanics

    Credits: 2
    Course includes the basics of theory involving water, steam, hydraulics, pneumatics, and metals in preparation for deeper understanding of the trade.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1210 - Gas Installations

    Credits: 2
    Code and local amendments as they pertain to the natural gas and industrial gas usages, various materials required, use applications, and methods of installation accepted by the gas industry.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1211 - Hydronic Heating Cooling Sys

    Credits: 2
    Hydronics is the science of heating and cooling with water. Curriculum includes technical aspects of design, calculation, and installation of hydronic systems.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1250 - Basic Electricity

    Credits: 2
    Basic principles and applications of electricity common to Plumbers and Pipefitters. Safety requirements, basic devices and tools, circuits, and electrical measuring instruments are included.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 1260 - Drafting and Plan Reading

    Credits: 2
    This course provides the student with basic principles and practices of plan drafting and interpretation.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2151 - Welding I

    Credits: 2
    Theory and application of shielded metal arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding and oxy-acetylene cutting. A study of electrode classification and welding procedures with proper safety and safe use of equipment.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2152 - Welding II

    Credits: 2
    Structural plate welding including flat, horizontal and overhead welding. Weld defects and the properties of metals. Destructive testing and welding procedures for code work.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2154 - Welding IV

    Credits: 2
    Advanced welding practices in the pipefitting industry, preparation for certification and code welding methods.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2155 - Welding V

    Credits: 2
    Theory and application of shielded metal arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding and oxy-acetylene cutting. A study of electrode classification and welding procedures with proper safety and safe use of equipment.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2156 - Welding VI

    Credits: 2
    Structural welding including flat horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding. Weld defects and the properties of metals Destructive testing and welding procedures for code work.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2157 - Welding VII

    Credits: 2
    Advanced welding practices in the pipefitting industry, preparation for certification and code welding methods.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2158 - Welding VIII

    Credits: 2
    Structural plate welding including flat horizontal, vertical and overhead welding. Weld defects and the properties of metals. Destructive testing and welding procedures for code work.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2160 - Welding X

    Credits: 2
    Advanced welding practices in the pipefitting industry, preparation for certification and code welding methods.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2162 - Orbital Welding

    Credits: 2
    This course will include study and training on industry specific power supplies, weld heads and preparation for orbital welding certification.

    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2311 - Pumps and Steam Systems

    Credits: 2
    Theory and application of a variety of pumps and pumping processes. Study also includes hot steam systems and the application of pumps and processes utilized in the industry.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2331 - Brazing, Compressor Overhaul

    Credits: 2
    Basic instruction in brazing and brazing methods, materials used and good practices. Compressor function and utilization. Breakdown of a compressor and component parts testing and inventory.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2350 - Drainage I

    Credits: 2
    Utilization of drainage in commercial and industrial applications including various materials, applicable piping for drainage systems, installation and joint connections.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2360 - Water Supply I

    Credits: 2
    Water supply systems including potable and non-potable water systems. Material usage and application.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2441 - Advanced Plan Reading

    Credits: 2
    Study of isometric pipe and plumbing drawings and shop drawings as used in the industry.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • PFA 2450 - Bldrs Level and Special Inst.

    Credits: 2
    Instruction in the set-up and use of a builders level, lasers, and special instruments for layout and leveling.

    Additional Course Fee Required


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