2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
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2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

The following course descriptions are intended to briefly describe the nature of each of the courses. For more complete information, departments or faculty can provide specific course syllabuses.

In addition to these hours, students are expected to complete homework assignments on their own time. These assignments may include library research, computer utilization, field trips, cultural performances, and other instructional activities.
 

Early Childhood Education
  

  • ECE 250 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    An introduction to the field of early childhood education for children ages 3 - 8 years. Emphasis on the diverse physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and unique educational need of young children.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Articulate the history and various philosophies in early childhood education.
    2. Discuss components, objectives, and characteristics of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education.
    3. Develop a DAP activity for an age group appropriate to this course.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECE 251 - Curriculum in Early Childhood Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Study of curriculum models, planning, and implementation in early childhood programs.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate an awareness of the concept Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) and its relationship to curriculum development and implementation.
    2. Evaluate learning environments for developmentally appropriate practices.
    3. Describe various models of curriculum organization including but not limited to emergent and cognitive constructivist.
    4. Develop strategies for curriculum planning which incorporate the diverse needs of children.
    5. Explain the significance and use of NAEYC’s Code of Ethical Conduct & Statement of Commitment by Early Childhood professionals.
    Prerequisite: ECE 250  with a grade of C- or higher
  

  • ECE 252 - Infant/Toddler Curriculum

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Study of curriculum for children age 0-2 1/2 years emphasizing physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through daily routines and planned activities.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Explore various developmental theories, such as but not limited to Piaget/Vygotsky/Erkison, as they relate to infant/toddler development.
    2. Describe how Developmentally Appropriate Practices are implemented in an infant/toddler setting.
    3. Through observation of infants and toddlers in a group care setting, discover the various learnings gained through engagement in physical, cognitive and social/emotional experiences.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECE 260 - Children’s Literature

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Survey of children’s literature and poetry for teachers and parents. Emphasis on developing literacy and strategies for integrating children’s literature into school and home environments.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate an awareness of children’s needs, interests and stages of early cognitive development as they impact the selection of developmentally appropriate literature for children from infancy through early adolescence.
    2. Develop a familiarity with picture books, folk tales, table and myths, modern fantasy, realistic fiction, historical fiction, poetry, biography and informational books including award winning authors.
    3. Identify, select, and evaluate quality multicultural, anti-bias children’s literature from birth through early adolescence.
    4. Recognize the impact illustrators of children’s literature have on children’s books.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECE 274 - Individual Child and Family

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Study of diverse family systems and ways they evolve, nurture, and socialize children to function in our diverse society.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe the stages of parenting and their characteristic issues.
    2. Explain the dynamics of family functioning using a family systems perspective.
    3. Discuss the management of common family stressors and their relationship to quality of family functioning.
    4. Describe the impact of diverse culturally based influences on family functioning and socialization of the young child.
    Prerequisite: None

Economics
  

  • ECON 100 - Introduction to Economics

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course is intended for students with no prior background in business or economics. It is study of basic macroeconomics, microeconomics, and international economics principles, as well as current global economic and social issues. The course introduces the student to basic economic concepts and applications emphasizing the economic way of thinking. The student will, therefore, relate principles such as scarcity, opportunity cost, and cost-benefit analyses to everyday real world economic situations.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Use economic way of thinking (EWOT) and critical thinking to illuminate, understand, and illustrate real world economics issues, both within the U.S. and globally.
    2. Appreciate the fundamental economic concepts and techniques as they relate to the economic decision making process.
    3. Familiarize the non-business and non-economics student with the workings of our contemporary economy.
    4. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of scarcity, opportunity cost, and rational choice.
    5. Understand demonstrate knowledge of the three central coordination problems of an economy and the various types of economic system.
    6. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of consumer decision making.
    7. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of the role of government in the market economy and why nations trade.
    8. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of the business cycle, unemployment, and inflation.
    9. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of fiscal, monetary, and international financial policy.
    10. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of microeconomics and macroeconomics issues and consequences within the context of the global economy and EWOT.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECON 102 - Principles of Microeconomics

    Credits: 3
    Description
    An examination of the price theory for product market models and consumer demand models with attention focused on the application of price theory in current economic issues.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Analyze scarcity and opportunity cost.
    2. Manipulate graphical representations to illustrate the determinants of supply and demand.
    3. Predict and demonstrate the consequences of price controls.
    4. Apply the concept of elasticity.
    5. Recognize and apply marginal analysis in its role in decision making.
    6. Employ graphical representations of cost and revenue structures to address inferences formed within a model of profit maximization.
    Prerequisite: MATH 124  or higher with a grade of C or higher
  

  • ECON 103 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    Credits: 3
    Description
    A study of the determination of levels of national income, employment, prices and basic causes of fluctuation of these levels.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Explain the notions of scarcity, opportunity cost, and resource allocation.
    2. Explain how supply and demand operate in a market economy to address issues of resource allocation.
    3. Understand why economic growth, high employment, and price stability are major macroeconomics concerns.
    4. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between income, GDP, and employment.
    5. Understand the various forms of unemployment and the resulting economic consequences.
    6. Understand inflation and its various forms and the affect upon the consumer.
    7. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of the macroeconomic equilibrium of aggregate supply and demand and differentiate between long and short run AS and AD curves.
    8. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of the nature of the U.S. banking system and its relation to the conduct of monetary policy.
    9. Demonstrate and understand fiscal policy and its relationship to monetary policy.
    Prerequisite: MATH 124  
  

  • ECON 180 - The Economics of Discrimination

    Same as: WMST 180 .
    Credits: 3
    Description
    The Discrimination of Economics investigates the economic causes, effects, and remedies of discrimination based on categories such as age, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, or sexuality.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of the Economic Way of Thinking for critical thinking, evaluation, and application of economic theory, principles, and models.
    2. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of how to evaluate objectively the economic treatment of different economic groups.
    3. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of consumer/household theory to resource ownership, resource allocation, and economic systems.
    4. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of producer/film theory to resource ownership, resource allocation, and economic systems.
    5. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of the differences in economic treatment and status of women, minorities, and other groups.
    6. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of economic remediation policies and programs.
    7. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of the motivations of diverse economic groups in diverse countries and regions.
    8. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of historical changes in diverse economic treatment and groups.
    9. Demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, and an application of the internet and data bases for research purposes.
    10. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
    11. Demonstrate effective quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECON 261 - Principles of Statistics I

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Introduction to descriptive statistics, probability and expectations, theoretical distributions, hypothesis testing and regression analysis. The emphasis is on use, application, and interpretation of statistical techniques.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Explain and interpret the difference between descriptive and inferential statistics.
    2. Summarize statistical data by developing a set of descriptive statistical measures.
    3. Differentiate between discrete and continuous random variables, and understand how each is characterized and implemented differently.
    4. Understand elementary probability models and numerically apply them to problems.
    5. Define and explain the notion and forms of sampling distribution.
    6. Formulate, conduct, and evaluate tests of hypotheses.
    7. Calculate and interpret various forms of confidence intervals.
    8. Formulate and interpret the simple regression model.
    Prerequisite: MATH 124  
  

  • ECON 262 - Principles of Statistics II

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Advanced statistical techniques, including multiple regression, the classical time series model, analysis of variance and non-parametric statistics.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate ability to use a statistical software package to run both a simple and multiple regression models.
    2. Be able to read report, and interpret the computer-generated coefficients of a multiple regression model.
    3. Be able to perform various statistical tests associated with multiple regression models.
    4. Use the knowledge gained to formulate, conduct, and report the results of independent research on topics of interest that will involve the use of a multiple regression models.
    Prerequisite: ECON 261  or Instructor approval
  

  • ECON 274 - Investment Economics

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course will explore the basic scientific paradigms and applications to micro-finance and investing. Topics will include individual securities, equity, fixed income, governments, global issues, bond funds, limited partnerships, options, futures, monetary market systems, real estate investing, microbanking, precious metals, antiques and collectables, micro-financial planning and many others.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Accurate and professional preparedness in micro-financial investing
    2. Professionally and ethical wealth creation financial planning.
    3. Professional banking and money management engineering.
    4. Securities laws - federal and state.
    5. Competent licensure preparations in dozens of securities economics areas.
    6. Pursuit of the next AFE levels towards a professional science AD.
    7. Student will develop cultural sensitivity and awareness within the workplace environment.
    8. Student will develop positive attitudes towards work and service to others.
    9. Student will develop positive communication and listening skills in human behavior and relationships.
    10. Student will perform a minimum of basic arithmetic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and apply them to solving problems.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECON 275 - Risk Management Economics

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This is a course of study in the theory and practice of risk management and insurance economics. Topics include risk management typology and Cyber risk models/applications, wealth creation and conversation, estate planning science, life insurance market, health risk management, senior risk management, basic insurance ethics, federal and state insurance laws and codes and many others.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Sound preparation for all types of insurance business.
    2. Pursuit of higher levels insurance science and practice.
    3. Licensure insurance and entrepreneurship.
    4. Sophistication in risk management investing – hedging, derivatives, leveraging, de-levering, LOB’s, anti-terrorism and anti-bio-terrorism risk management, and Act-of-God insurance.
    5. Drafting and monitoring consumer/business insurance planning/plans.
    6. Student will develop cultural sensitivity and awareness within the workplace environment.
    7. Student will develop positive attitudes towards work and service to others.
    8. Student will develop positive communication and listening skills in human behavior and relationships.
    9. Student will perform a minimum of basic arithmetic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and apply them to solving problems.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECON 276 - Internship in Financial Economics

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Interactive participation with numerous financial institutions in applying practical financial and investment tools and policies toward the completion of a research financial and investment project.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Definition and illustration of AFE principles.
    2. Microeconomic laws, methods, and applications of AFE.
    3. Design, engineering implementation monitoring and feedback of specific consumer/corporate financial plans.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ECON 295 - Special Topics in Economics

    Credits: 1-3
    Description
    Topics of current interest in applied economics and finance. This develops awareness of and appreciation for applied economics.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Students should have a better understanding of how economics methodology is used in the special topic.
    2. Students will have gained an understanding of how economics is brought to bear on issues that impact on societal organizations and individuals.
    3. Students should improve their understanding of how the topic affects the various segments of our population.
    4. Students should improve their understanding of the connection between critical thinking, communication, and quantitative skills to illuminate the issues facing the various segments and components of the economy.
    Prerequisite: None
    May Be Repeated: for a maximum of six credits
  

  • ECON 320 - Economics of Health and Health Care

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Economics of health care sector including physician, allied health professional, hospital and insurance markets. Emphasis on the role of government, private sector, information and externalities in health care outcomes.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Acquire an understanding and appreciation of the basic microeconomic tools and concepts as they relate to health care decisions and policies.
    2. Acquire an understanding of the economics of health care financing organizations as well as the role of government in the process.
    3. Acquire an understanding of the role of economics in dichotomizing the roles of physician and an input in the production of health care, the physician as entrepreneurs, and the final product of the physician service.
    4. Learn how health care marker is unique as well as similar to other markets.
    5. Acquire an understanding of the role of information in health care decisions and outcomes. The information includes cultural, qualitative, and quantitative types.
    Prerequisite: ECON 102  or Instructor approval and Admission to the Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science Degree Program

Education
  

  • EDU 201 - Introduction to Elementary Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Introductory course in teacher education that examines the role of the elementary school teacher in today’s society; historical, philosophical, cultural, and social domains are investigated. Strategies for effective interpersonal communication are explored. Foundations for the practice of teaching are explored and practiced at an introductory level. Observation in a local elementary school is required.  Participation in Preparation for the Praxis Core exam will be required. 

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Evaluate Elementary Education as a profession and begin developing a personal philosophy.
    2. Compare and contrast historical, philosophical, legal, and current foundations of education.
    3. Define the basic elements of curriculum design and lesson planning.
    4. Examine a classroom observation for elements of the learning process and effective instruction.
    5. Define and practice the elements of education such as presentation, collaboration, and technology as it applies to today’s diverse student population.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 202 - Introduction to Secondary Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Introduction to the historical and philosophical foundations, settings, problems, and issues related to contemporary secondary schooling and its complexities. Current issues and educational foundations (multicultural, social, and psychological) emphasized. Observation in a classroom is required.  Participation in Preparation for the Praxis Core exam will be required.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Evaluate Secondary Education as a profession and begin developing a personal philosophy.
    2. Compare and contrast historical, philosophical, legal, and current foundations of all education with a secondary education emphasis.
    3. Define the basic elements of curriculum design and lesson planning in secondary education.
    4. Examine a secondary education classroom observation for elements of the learning process and effective instruction.
    5. Define and practice the elements of secondary education such as presentation, collaboration, and technology as it applies to today’s diverse student population.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 203 - Introduction to Special Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course provides an overview of special education. Focus is on characteristics of learners with disabilities and on the historical, social and legal foundations of special education. The course is designed for undergraduate students in special education, general education, nursing, counseling, psychology and related fields. Observation in a classroom is required.  Participation in Preparation for the Praxis Core exam will be required. 

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Evaluate Special Education as a profession and begin developing a personal philosophy.
    2. Compare and contrast historical, philosophical, legal, and current foundations of Special Education.
    3. Define the basic elements of curriculum design and lesson planning in Special Education.
    4. Examine a Special Education classroom for elements of the learning process and effective instruction.
    5. Define and practice the elements of Special Education such as presentation, collaboration, and technology as it applies to today’s diverse student population.
    6. Analyze and assess the characteristics of individuals with special needs.
    7. Identify various teaching strategies for students with special needs.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 210 - Nevada School Law

    Credits: 2
    Description
    This course is designed to acquaint prospective teachers with the legal aspects of the school setting.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe historical, legal, and philosophical foundations and issues related to contemporary education.
    2. Identify the governance of the Nevada schools and how the different systems function together.
    3. Summarize the liability issues that impact the role of the teacher in Nevada schools.
    4. Analyze relevant cases as they apply to and affect the Nevada education system.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 212 - Family Involvement

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course is designed to provide methods for teachers to invite and sustain parent engagement in their schools and programs.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Evaluate family systems and the role of families in supporting development.
    2. Examine cultural perspectives influencing the relationships among families, school and communities.
    3. Analyze current values, assumptions and beliefs regarding parent involvement and potential personal bias.
    4. Differentiate between parent involvement and parent engagement to develop strategies allowing for collaboration with families, communities, colleagues, and other professionals to promote learner growth and development.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 214 - Preparing Teachers to Use Technology

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Overview of uses of computers in education, including the use of the computer as a teacher utility, the use of application programs, and the selection and use of educational software.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify technology tools for integration across the curriculum.
    2. Analyze ethical and social issues related to increased use of computers in schools.
    3. Embed technology into curriculum planning for the purpose of enhancing teaching and learning.
    4. Demonstrate awareness of opportunities to adapt instruction using assistive technology.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 215 - Substitute Teaching Essentials: Introduction

    Credits: 1
    Description
    This course is designed to encourage students to consider substitute teaching. Focus will be on interviewing, first aid and CPR, communication, and code of ethics.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Evaluate their values and beliefs related to teaching.
    2. Demonstrate interviewing skills as a substitute teacher applicant.
    3. Demonstrate first aid and CPR techniques.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 216 - Substitute Teaching Essentials: Preparation and Planning

    Credits: 1
    Description
    This course prepares the novice substitute teacher to become successful at planning, organizing and using skills and strategies that affect the classroom daily routine.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe a variety of instructional practices that promote positive learning experiences.
    2. Develop classroom management procedures and routines.
    3. Develop lesson plans and presentations.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 217 - Substitute Teaching Essentials: School Procedures

    Credits: 1
    Description
    This course is designed to give substitute teachers an insight on the best practices of the school environment and how to prepare and handle policies and procedures during the daily routine.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Create a plan for arrival and departure procedures.
    2. Describe a school-wide management plan.
    3. List the proper protocol procedures and best practices used in the classroom.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 220 - Principles of Educational Psychology

    Credits: 3
    Description
    The psychology of learning, motivation, growth and development, personality, dynamics, and social adjustment.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Apply the major theoretical perspectives and methods of educational psychology to teaching, learning and schooling.
    2. Determine formative and summative techniques for evaluation and modification with group and individual instruction and learning strategies.
    3. Analyze student learning and the diversity of learners.
    4. Apply knowledge of current standards and best practices in education.
    Prerequisite: ECE 250  or EDU 201  or EDU 202  or EDU 203  
  

  • EDU 240 - Introduction to Classroom Management

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course will provide an introduction to classroom management theories and techniques: building a classroom management system, producing responsible behavior, and maintaining positive classroom management.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Select appropriate techniques to modify student problem behavior and motivate positive behavior.
    2. Create a classroom management system including rules, consequences, and rewards for student behavior.
    3. Demonstrate effective communication skills with students and parents.
    4. Select teaching and learning strategies to meet student learning styles and multiple intelligences.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 270 - Internet Research in Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course is designed to help students learn more about information resources available when conducting research in the field of education and other subjects; identifying and mastering appropriate Internet research tools (search engines, directories, databases, digital libraries, e-journals, bibliographies, encyclopedias); developing research strategies, and critically evaluating Internet information.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Be familiar with the information landscape in the field of education, including resources aimed primarily at researchers, resources aimed primarily at practitioners, and resources aimed at the general public.
    2. Effectively use the online catalog to search for books and journals available at UCCSN Libraries.
    3. Effectively use printed and online indexes to the literature of education in order to locate journal articles, bibliographies, literature reviews.
    4. Critically evaluate information resources in education in regard to their authority, relevance, currency and accuracy.
    5. Correctly cite resources according to a standard style manual, and to present the results of your research.
    6. Effectively use the course management tool, WebCT and to engage learning in a synchronous and asynchronous learning environment.
    7. Complete learning activities designed to meet the International Society Technology in Education National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers and Nevada Technology Teaching Standards.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 280 - Valuing Cultural Diversity

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Introduces preservice educators to microcultures which may include class, ethnicity, gender, exceptionalities, religion, language, and age. Culturally appropriate pedagogical practices, dimensions of multicultural education, and educational implications of diversity emphasized.  Service Learning hours will be required.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Examine one’s own awareness as a cultural being, and attitudes and acceptance of cultural diversity. (Human Relations)
    2. Recognize the dimensions of culture such as race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, religion, and sexual orientation, and how they influence the U. S. educational process.
    3. Identify key concepts, instructional practice, and interpersonal interactions for implementing the dimensions of multicultural education in today’s contemporary and diverse classrooms and global society.
    4. Examine instructional practices, classroom interaction, and educational materials for elements of racism, stereotyping, and historical inaccuracies.
    5. Practice implementing appropriate pedagogy in teaching diverse learners across the curriculum.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 295 - Special Topics in Education

    Credits: 1-6
    Description
    This course provides content benefitting teachers in the classroom and a career in education.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe current pedagogy in specialized areas.
    2. Apply research-based best practices to the classroom setting.
    3. Support use of specialized area skills and strategies.
    4. Compare and contrast usefulness of skills and strategies in specialized areas.
    5. Develop an activity, lesson plan, or unit of instruction for use in an educational setting.
    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Graded: Letter Grade
  

  • EDU 298 - Introduction to Gifted Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Study of educational programs for gifted children, including identification, characteristics, history, philosophy and programming options. Investigations on research, creativity, intelligence and special populations will also be covered.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify differing theories of intelligence and creativity.
    2. List current methods of instruction for students who are gifted and talented.
    3. Demonstrate an understanding of the breakthroughs and trends in the history of gifted education and gifted research.
    4. Recognize the developmental stages in gifted students as compared to average or remedial students.
    5. List the psycho/social characteristics of gifted students as related to identification.
    6. Identify the issues concerning the education of students who are gifted in the regular classroom.
    7. Recognize the diverse populations in gifted education, such as disabled, early childhood, bilingual, minorities, women, and underachievers.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EDU 299 - Education Portfolio

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Students will compile a final portfolio of artifacts from their CSN education coursework for use in education department program assessment and for supporting students in applying for undergraduate teacher education program and/or for future employment. The Education portfolio serves as the capstone for the CSN Elementary, Secondary, Special Education, and Early Childhood Education Emphasis AA Degrees.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Create a portfolio that includes education course artifacts and write a reflection on the course artifacts that expresses the student’s learning and understanding of how these prepare them for the education profession.
    2. Analyze portfolio materials and evaluate them as measured against the student’s degree program outcomes.
    3. Self-evaluate progress towards successfully passing the Praxis Core Reading, Writing, and Math Exam and create a plan of action to address any areas needing improvement.
    Prerequisite: Instructor permission

Education Professional Development
  

  • EPD 111B - The Paraprofessional in Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    A course designed to acquaint students with the role of a paraprofessional in education.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand the history of the paraprofessional in education.
    2. Demonstrate the role of the education paraprofessional.
    3. Practice ethics and professionalism.
    4. Be provided information regarding policies and procedures from the school district.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 113B - Assisting in Math and Science Instruction

    Credits: 3
    Description
    A course designed to introduce the student paraprofessional to current practices and tutoring strategies for math and science.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Become familiar with curriculum guidelines in math and science.
    2. Learn the best practices in math and science and how to assist the instructor in the classroom.
    3. Develop strategies for tutoring individuals and groups in math and science.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 114B - Assisting in Language Arts/Literacy Instruction

    Credits: 3
    Description
    An introductory course addressing the language arts curriculum and tutoring strategies for the student paraprofessional assisting in the classroom.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand the process of assessment and evaluation in literacy.
    2. Become familiar with curriculum guidelines in language arts.
    3. Develop strategies for tutoring individuals and groups in language arts.
    4. Understand the role of literacy across all content areas.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 115B - Spanish for the School Professional

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Basic conversational Spanish appropriate for the school professional.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Learn basic conversational Spanish to assist in communication with students and parents.
    2. Practice the vocabulary of basic conversation associated with the social setting.
    3. Develop strategies and techniques to accommodate second language learners.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 116B - Classroom Technology

    Credits: 3
    Description
    The class will provide the student experience with technology commonly used in the classroom.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Experience “hands on” practice with commonly used educational technology.
    2. Practice basic uses of the computer in a tutoring capacity.
    3. Learn to access resources through the computer.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 117B - Understanding Special Education

    Credits: 3
    Description
    An overview of the basics of special education including the IEP, IDEA and related services essential for education paraprofessionals.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand the basics of special education including confidentiality, qualifications, and the IEP.
    2. Know the legal requirements of special education.
    3. Understand the function of the IEP and its implementation.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 118B - Effective Communication Strategies

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course will explore effective communication strategies such as conflict resolution and effective means of communicating in writing in the school setting.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Practice effective interpersonal communication.
    2. Learn ways to establish rapport with the learners.
    3. Model effective written communication in notes, letters and e-mail to parents and supervisors.
    4. Practice effective conflict resolution.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 119B - Understanding Assessment

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course will explore the role of assessment as it relates to the public school setting.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Become familiar with the assessment requirements of the classroom teacher, the school district, and the state and federal levels of government.
    2. Recognize the different forms of standardized and authentic assessment.
    3. Practice assessing student performances with a variety of appropriate assessment tools such as tests, quizzes, rubrics, checklists, and anecdotal records and portfolios.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 121B - Diversity in the Classroom

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course is primarily designed for paraprofessional support teachers to explore the basic principles of diversity in schools, and of teaching diverse learners. Observation in schools is required.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Develop an understanding of the nature of diversity in schools and issues related to teaching culturally diverse students.
    2. Learn techniques and strategies for assisting students in the diverse classroom.
    3. Gain an awareness of multicultural resources such as children’s literature, local libraries, organizations, and cultural centers.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 122B - Legal Issues in the Classroom

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course will explore the legal implications of working in a public school setting as a paraprofessional.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand the basic rights and responsibilities of educational paraprofessionals including speech, conduct, privacy issues, professional censorship, copyright, supervision, discipline, confidentiality, sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and reporting requirements for child abuse and neglect.
    2. Learn about legal actions paraprofessionals may face and develop practical strategies for defending themselves and for preventing legal situations.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 130B - Supervising Education Paraprofessionals in School Settings

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course will provide teachers with supervisory skills and tools to work effectively with paraprofessionals in education.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Model effective supervisory interpersonal communication.
    2. Develop an understanding of the supervisory role.
    3. Understand and define the role and responsibilities of the paraprofessional in education.
    4. Develop strategies to assist the paraprofessional in meeting the instructional needs of individuals and groups using the curriculum guidelines.
    5. Develop planning and scheduling strategies to assist the paraprofessional in the school.
    6. Demonstrate strategies to provide teachers with supervisory skills and tools to work effectively with paraprofessionals in Education.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 131B - Health and Safety Issues in School Settings

    Credits: 3
    Description
    A course addressing the basic health and safety practices of the school setting.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Develop a practical understanding of legal regulations that govern the health and safety issues of the school setting.
    2. Learn CPR and other public health practices for the educational setting.
    3. Develop practical strategies for promoting health and safety practices in the school setting.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 162B - PPST/Praxis I Reading Review

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Review of reading and test taking skills to assist the student in approaching the PPST/Praxis I Reading Exam with confidence.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Apply test taking strategies and reading skills to PPST/Praxis I Reading practice exams.
    2. Apply strategies for identifying vocabulary and comprehending reading passages.
    Prerequisite: None
    Graded: Pass/Fail
  

  • EPD 163B - PPST/Praxis I Writing Review

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Review of writing and test taking skills to assist the student in approaching the PPST/Praxis I Writing Exam with confidence.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Write a 4 to 5 paragraph persuasive essay on a specific topic.
    2. Apply test taking strategies and writing skills to PPST/Praxis I Writing practice exams.
    3. Apply strategies for identifying and correcting grammar, punctuation and usage problems.
    Prerequisite: None
    Graded: Pass/Fail
  

  • EPD 164B - PPST/Praxis I Math Review

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Review of math and test-taking skills to assist the student in approaching the PPST/Praxis I Math Exam with confidence. Education majors are required to pass the PPST/Praxis I before completing their degree program.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Students will practice strategies for solving math problems using basic math, algebra, geometry, and logical thinking skills.
    2. Students will practice successful test-taking techniques.
    3. Students will apply test-taking and math skills and strategies to PPST/Praxis I practice exams.
    Prerequisite: None
    Graded: Pass/Fail
  

  • EPD 350 - Teaching with Technology – Level I

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Overview of teaching with technology utilizing online learning styles, discussing digital technologies and experiencing with software programs as teacher resources. This course is taught exclusively online for practicing teachers.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Approach new computer-based tasks more easily and with greater confidence.
    2. Demonstrates the use of the computer and the Internet as a resource for teachers and as a learning tool for students.
    3. Use various computer applications (word processing, database, spreadsheets, graphic) and evaluate the appropriateness of each for meeting various instructional goals and objectives.
    4. Learn about the digital technologies (such as digital camera, scanner, digital whiteboard, handheld devices and their effectiveness in the classroom.
    5. Assess the effects of current levels of computer implementation, the obstacles to computer integration and the potential of technology to enhance teaching and learning in the future.
    Prerequisite: Basic computer and word processing skills
  

  • EPD 351 - Teaching with Technology – Level II

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Overview of teaching with technology utilizing online web and educational resources and exploring distance education related articles. This course is taught exclusively online for practicing teachers.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Select and evaluate various methods of computer-assisted instruction, including tutorials, problem-solving software, drill and practice, and Internet sites.
    2. Analyze ethical and social issues related to increased use of computers in schools.
    3. Demonstrate awareness of assistive technology devices and their used with students including adaptive keyboards and switches, software, environmental controls and magnifiers.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 352 - Teaching with Technology – Level III

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Overview of teaching with technology utilizing online web resources, teacher utilities, and educational resources. Course taught exclusively online to practicing teachers. Must possess basic computer/word processing skills and access to current office programs.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Use drawing, painting, word processing, and web environments to address curricular standards within the Essentials Framework and develop an appreciation for the many way computers can be used in education.
    2. Have a better understanding of the hurdles faced in a public setting when integrating technology across the curriculum, and consider the impact computer technology will have on society and the schools.
    3. Learn the basic of creating educationally appropriate teacher productivity solutions through the use of readily available integrated software and web resources.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 353 - Orientation to Online Learning

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Overview of the course management system, WebCT, used in online course development, including Email, Discussion Board and Chatroom.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand the basics of an online course.
    2. Use email and discussion boards in online classes.
    3. Use WebCT for class communication.
    4. Identify the equipment needs of online courses.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 354 - Student Assessment in Online Courses

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This online course addresses various assessment formats that can be used for evaluating students in online courses.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate the ability to create a variety of assessment tools by completing mini-assessment plan, assignment plan assignments and other assessment activities.
    2. Apply online assessment models to a specific learning environment.
    3. Discuss the major benefits and limitations of each type of assessment discussed in this course.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 355 - Instructional Design for Online Course Development

    Credits: 3
    Description
    Introduces instructional design principles and relates the principles to the development of online courses.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Learners will gain a general understanding of instructional design theories and understand the importance of systematic design.
    2. Learners will be able to determine learning objectives and choose appropriate instructional strategies and methods.
    3. Learners will be able to design an online learning environment that fosters learning and evaluate the effectiveness of the environment.
    4. Learners will be able to identify and discuss criteria for media and delivery systems for online classes.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 356 - Special Topics: Technology Innovations in Online Learning

    Credits: 2
    Description
    This course introduces the emerging technologies for online teaching and learning. The list of technologies is subject to change based on professor discretion, as the course progresses, in terms of both additions and deletions of technologies. Technologies include: Web-Blogs, voice over Internet protocol (VoIP), and Podcasts.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understanding and reflecting on the role of technology in their own lives as learners (personal and professional) and as an educational tool.
    2. Use a variety of online communication tools to collaborate with others including: Web Blogs, voice over internet protocol (VOIP), and Podcasts.
    3. Evaluate new developments in online educational technologies.
    4. Discuss future issues relating to the uses of technology in DE.
    5. Develop a unit of instruction that incorporates an emerging technology.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 357 - Teaching and Learning in the Online Classroom – Level I

    Credits: 1
    Description
    This course introduces pedagogical principles, skills and strategies for effective online teaching and online course management. Participants gain hands-on experience in using web-based chat rooms, email and discussion boards to increase student interaction in their online courses. Participants begin revising course content for the web and developing activities and assignments appropriate for specific disciplines. Course is taught exclusively within WebCT to practicing educators.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Develop an online community of learners with each other.
    2. Utilize teaching techniques to get students involved and motivated.
    3. Learn how to retain the best parts of their face-to-face instruction as they take advantage of the online environment.
    4. Translate their learning goals for students into interactive online activities.
    5. Learn the skills and methods necessary to teach effectively in an online environment.
    6. Learn to transport their “presence” as an instructor into the online environment.
    7. Examine how people learn online.
    8. Compare the advantages and limitations of the online and face-to-face classrooms.
    9. Explore the changing role of instructors and students in the online classroom.
    10. Create online learning activities appropriate to their discipline.
    11. Upload web-based learning activities for a selected course in their discipline.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 358 - Teaching and Learning in the Online Classroom – Level II

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Introduction to instructional strategies for online instruction. Students will explore the differences between live and online instruction, gain experience in using search engines/subdirectories to conduct research and critically evaluate online resources for instruction. Course is taught exclusively online to practicing educators.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Learn the skills and methods necessary to teach effectively in an online environment.
    2. Learn to transport their “presence” as an instructor into the online environment.
    3. Explore the changing role of instructors and students in the online classroom.
    4. Create online learning activities appropriate to their discipline.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 359 - Teaching and Learning in the Online Classroom – Level III

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Participants learn how to revise course content, develop activities and assessment methods appropriate for specific disciplines. Ethical and legal issues associated with online learning will also be discussed. Course is taught exclusively online.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Compare the advantages and limitations of the online and face-to-face classroom.
    2. Utilize teaching techniques to get students involved and motivated.
    3. Learn how to retain the best parts of the face-to-face instruction as they take advantage of the online environment.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 361 - Encouraging Communication in Online Courses

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course provides insight in and methods for structuring an online course to maximize the quality on interactions among students, and between the instructor and students.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand the duties of facilitators in each of the roles they assume.
    2. Recognize or create an effective conferencing structure for a particular discipline.
    3. Create student activities that incorporate constructionist and collaborative learning principles.
    4. Take part is a synchronous session and critique its usefulness.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • EPD 362 - Universal Design Principles for Online Learning

    Credits: 3
    Description
    In this hands-on course you will discover how the principles of Universal Design can help you create course content that can be accessed and used by anyone, including people with disabilities. By the end of the course, participants will have a good understanding of Universal Design Principles for Online Learning, know potential accessibility/usability issues that need to be considered in course design, and be able to create more accessible/usable course content.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand Universal Design Principles.
    2. Understand accessibility issues with multimedia content and potential solutions for them.
    3. Create usable/accessible content in various formats such as HTML-based, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF.
    Prerequisite: None

Educational Psychology
  

  • EPY 303 - Educational Psychology

    Credits: 3
    Description
    General principles, theories and recent research evidence regarding human development, human learning and human motivation, especially as they pertain to classroom instruction.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Use research principles to study classroom behavior
    2. Explain learning across the life-span.
    3. Critique selected literature in educational psychology.
    4. Discriminate between various types of motivation.
    5. Explain major implications of human diversity for development of appropriate curriculum and instructional techniques.
    6. Evaluate the nature and limitations of various types of assessment instruments and techniques.
    7. Compare and contrast major current issues in learning.
    8. Analyze a case study using theories of education psychology.
    Prerequisite: PSY 101 ; or SOC 101 ; or ANTH 101 ; and Admission to the Bachelor of Science degree program in Dental Hygiene

Electrical
  

  • ELEC 111B - Electrical Apprentice I

    Credits: 4
    Description
    History and structure of the I.B.E.W. Introduction to mathematics, tools and materials. Fundamentals of electron theory and job-site safety requirements are also discussed.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate competency in the basic math required for the trade.
    2. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing different tools and materials used in the trade.
    3. Describe the history and structure of the I.B.E.W.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 112B - Electrical Apprentice II

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Introduction to basic electrical circuits. AC and DC current generation systems are discussed. Fundamentals of single phase and multiphase circuit wiring are introduced.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate competency in the basic math required for the trade.
    2. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing different current generation systems.
    3. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing single and multi phase circuits.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 115B - Residential Apprentice I

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Trade history, safety, identification of tools, equipment, materials, knot tying and the National Electrical Code. Mathematical electron theory, Ohm’s Law, circuits, switches, receptacles, fasteners and conduit bending.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand labor history in America Recognize hazards and safety procedures.
    2. Identify basic tools, materials, and understand the National Electric Code.
    3. Understand fractions, metric systems, square roots, basic algebra equations and trigonometric functions Identify and demonstrate circuit diagrams, electrical circuits and fastening devices.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 116B - Residential Apprentice II

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Resistance in DC series, parallel and combination circuits. Current reactions, voltage functions and power calculations. Wire sizing, insulation properties, switches, multiple wire and phase systems.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Analyze and understand DC circuits, wire construction and insulation properties Understand DC parallel circuits and overcurrent protection.
    2. Understand DC combination circuits, building wire properties and National Electric Code requirements Demonstrate blueprint drawings and understand architectural views.
    3. Understand electrical and mechanical symbols used on blueprints Read and understand residential blueprints.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 117B - Residential Apprentice III

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Job costing and drawing structured wiring systems. Com paring DC and AC, AC resistance, inductance and capacitance. Transformer principles, electromagnetism, and generators. Branch and appliance circuits.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand blueprint reading, labor management and job costs.
    2. Deduce direct current and alternating current, transformer principles, and electromagnetism Understand circuits, voltage and protection devices.
    3. Recognize and understand the National Electric Code.
    4. Interpret wiring methods for air conditioning, heating, thermostats, and furnace controls Evaluate and detect wiring pools, security systems and other electrical properties Understand conduit installation and circuit planning.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 118B - Residential Apprentice IV

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Wiring methods, cable assemblies. Identifying boxes, fillings, panel boards, bending, grounding, watt-hour meters. Motor circuit calculations. AC/heating thermostats, furnace controls and wiring systems.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Analyze analog vs. digital signals Understand basic telephone wiring Define sound systems.
    2. Interpret power sources and solar power systems.
    3. Distinguish fire alarm, smoke detectors and other safety devices Define and install fiber optics.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 119B - Residential Apprentice V

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Over current protection using fuses/circuit breakers. Electrical load calculation. Telephone systems, circuitry, wiring, ISDN connections and cabling. Sound systems, air conditioning/refrigeration and motors.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Define DC and AC theory, Kirchoff’s Laws, and Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorems.
    2. Describe the proper application of fuses and electrical protection using circuit breakers.
    3. Demonstrate how to calculate the parameters of range loads, residential loads and multi-family dwelling loads.
    4. Identify and define telephone systems.
    5. Define analog signals vs. digital systems.
    6. Define cabling standards and sound systems.
    7. Describe air conditioning and refrigeration fundamentals.
    8. Describe motor control drawings.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 120B - Residential Apprentice VI

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Home automation including pools and fountains. Security systems and alarm sensors. Solar power generation. Fire alarms and smoke detectors. Fiber optic installation.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe various home automation applications for today and the future.
    2. Define basic security systems, alarm systems and solar power systems.
    3. Identify fire alarm basics, the maintenance and troubleshooting.
    4. Demonstrate proper fiber optic installation.
    5. Describe and identify the basic components and services of local area networks.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 121B - Electrical Apprentice III

    Credits: 4
    Description
    National Electrical Code, mathematics of AC circuits, branch circuits, electrical testing, general lighting (incandescent and fluorescent), inductance, rectifiers and industrial safety.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Explain what the National Electrical Code is.
    2. Apply mathematics as it relates to the Electrical trade.
    3. Tell the difference between Incandescent and fluorescent lighting.
    4. Demonstrate knowledge In branch circuits, electrical testing, inductance and rectifiers.
    5. Recognize potential hazards on the job site and use proper safety precautions.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 122B - Electrical Apprentice IV

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Introduction to transformer theories and applications. Principles of motor control and fire alarm systems are discussed. Safety topics and rigging requirements are covered.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate competency in the basic math required for the trade.
    2. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing different transformer systems.
    3. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing motor control circuits.
    4. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing fire alarm systems.
    5. Explain rigging and safety requirements related to the Electrical trade.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 127B - Mobile Equipment Safety

    Credits: 1
    Description
    Mobile equipment safety procedures pertaining to work platforms, lift trucks and aerial boom lifts.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Recognize the safety and operation of scissor/vertical type self-propelled elevating work platforms.
    2. Identify and use the two basic types of motorized material handling systems.
    3. Recognize the safety and operation of boom supported aerial work platforms.
    Prerequisite: None
    Graded: Pass/Fail
  

  • ELEC 131B - Electrical Apprentice V

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Wiring systems, power factors, AC motors, control circuits, protective devices and safety.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate competency in the assembly of wiring systems.
    2. Describe and apply power factors on the job site.
    3. Construct/install AC motors and control circuits.
    4. Discuss the need for protective devices and how they function.
    5. Recognize potential hazards on the job site and use proper safety procedures.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 132B - Electrical Apprentice VI

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Three phase voltage and current relationships, Class I, II and III installations, circuit analysis, troubleshooting, fluorescent lighting and ballasts, National Electrical Code, first aid and safety.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Discuss and apply three phase voltage and current relationships in the field.
    2. Explain the difference between Class I, II, and III installations.
    3. Conduct and Interpret circuit analysis.
    4. Demonstrate trouble shooting skills needed to resolve issues on the job site.
    5. Demonstrate competency in the installation of fluorescent lighting and ballasts.
    6. Recognize safety hazards and use first aid procedures when necessary.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 137B - OSHA 30

    Credits: 2
    Description
    OSHA policy and procedures pertaining to fall protection, electrical safety, materials handling, excavations, confined space, ladders, stairways, scaffolding, personal protective equipment and hazard communication.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Interpret OSHA policies and procedures in relation to the construction trades.
    2. Recognize requirements needed for fall protection systems including guardrails, personal fall arrest systems, safety nets, warning line systems, etc.
    3. Detect proper electrical safety procedures, material handling, storage and the use and disposal of said material Identify trenching and rigging injuries and identify the hazards associated with it.
    4. Confined working I also covered Indicate the proper use of ladders and stairways, and the safe construction of scaffolding.
    5. Identify, understand and know the limitations of personal protective equipment.
    6. Recognize hazards associated with chemicals at the workplace.
    Prerequisite: None
    Graded: Pass/Fail
  

  • ELEC 141B - Electrical Apprentice VII

    Credits: 4
    Description
    The National Electrical Code is discussed. Additional topics include basic electronic circuit components, emergency lighting circuits and leadership development.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate competency in the basic math required for the trade.
    2. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing different electronic circuits.
    3. Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing emergency lighting circuits.
    4. Explain the importance of developing leadership skills.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 142B - Electrical Apprentice VIII

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Special transistor circuits, static control logic circuits, instrumentation (electricity, temperature and pressure), static control circuit analysis.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe and utilize special transistor circuits and static control logic circuits.
    2. Demonstrate competency In the use of instrumentation to measure electricity, temperature and pressure.
    3. Conduct and interpret static control circuit analysis.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 150B - Electrical Apprentice IX

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Human relations, low voltage, process control, telecommunication and high voltage testing.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe and utilize the human relations skills needed in the field.
    2. Demonstrate competency with low voltage, process control and telecommunication devices.
    3. Conduct and interpret high voltage testing.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 152B - Electrical Apprentice X

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Air conditioning/refrigeration, cable faults, UPS and programmable logic controllers.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Explain fire alarm system.
    2. Troubleshoot electrical systems.
    3. Evaluate job safety procedures.
    4. Explain advanced electronic systems.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 161B - Installer/Technician Apprentice I

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Math covering fractions, decimals, metric system, powers of ten and algebra. The structure of matter, electron theory, Ohm’s Law, resistance/current/voltage/power in series circuits.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify the hazards of drug abuse while working in the electrical field
    2. Define the basic tools of the trade and the use, care and hazards associated with them.
    3. Explain the importance of customer service and maintaining satisfied customers.
    4. Explain the difference between feedback and tellback.
    5. Distinguish what sexual harassment is in the workplace by identifying activities and possible repercussions.
    6. Demonstrate proper first-aid, safety and health techniques.
    7. Demonstrate the skill in adding whole numbers, solving work problems, multiplication and division, fractions, decimals, use of the metric system and solve basic algebra equations.
    8. Describe the three main particles of the atom, the difference between elements, molecules, and compounds and understand the structure of matter.
    9. Demonstrate basic knots used in the electrical trade.
    10. Identify the basic components of electric circuits and Ohms Law calculations.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 162B - Installer/Technician Apprentice II

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Voltage resistance, current, power in parallel circuits, wire properties, conductor insulation, cabling and transmission, unshielded/ shielded twisted pair cables and coaxial cabling systems. Fiber optics.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Define terms and solve various mathematical problems dealing with parallel circuits Interpreting and understanding the National Electrical Code and requirements.
    2. Identify the different standards associated with premises cabling systems and define terms associated with building cabling and networks.
    3. Interpret standards and codes associated with residential and light commercial telecommunications standards.
    4. Define centralized optical fiber cabling guidelines and understand system architecture.
    5. Explain unshielded twisted pair cables, backbone cables and horizontal cables.
    6. Describe the advantages of fiber optics, their characteristics and certification of the system.
    7. Demonstrate drawing proper sketches and blueprints, wiring symbols, electrical symbols and mechanical symbols.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 163B - Installer/Technician Apprentice III

    Credits: 4
    Description
    DC combination circuits, voltage polarity and drops. DC comparison to AC. Three phase systems, magnetism and electromagnetism. Telephone circuitry/cabling and analog vs. digital signals.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify combination and series parallel circuits and understand voltage polarity and voltage drop.
    2. Define DC theory, AC fundamentals, three-phase systems, direct current, alternating current, and the principles of magnetism and electromagnetism.
    3. Describe and define telephone circuitry, cabling and analog signals vs. digital signals.
    4. Identify basic security systems and their installation and start-up.
    5. Recognize different wiring methods used for general installation and specific requirements.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 164B - Installer/Technician Apprentice IV

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Horizontal and backbone cabling. Grounding and banding. Network cabling and terminal-to-host computer networks. Servers, hubs, routers and bridges. Paging systems and telephone system interface.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Define terms, acronyms, and abbreviations related to telecommunications infrastructure.
    2. Describe various functional elements of telecommunications cabling system structure.
    3. Define bonding conductor and its purpose, describe the major components related to grounding and bonding.
    4. Identify the categories and parts of a fire alarm system as well as the installation and maintenance.
    5. Identify cable types and connectors used for network cabling.
    6. Define terms and functions of various computer networks.
    7. Describe design, layout and power amounts needed for paging systems and various telephone functions.
    8. Recognize and install optical fiber cables and raceways and communication circuits.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 165B - Installer/Technician Apprentice V

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Inductive capacitive reactance, Kirchoff’s Law, Thevenin’s/ Norton’s theorems. Semiconductor diodes. Transistors, oscillators, integrated circuits, radio receivers, CCTV security systems. Video signal transmission, monitors, and recorders.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Describe Kirchoff’s Law, Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorems.
    2. Identify various semiconductors, diodes, and other power supplies.
    3. Define transistors and different amplifiers.
    4. Demonstrate the various troubleshooting techniques used in the electronics field.
    5. Predict the frequency of operation for oscillators and determine the causes of undesired oscillators.
    6. Identify and troubleshoot integrated circuits, electronic devices, circuits and radio receivers.
    7. Identify and explain major components of a security system.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 166B - Installer/Technician Apprentice VI

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Camera pan/tilt mechanisms and housings. Video motion detectors and electronic image splitting. Doors, gates, turnstiles and electric locks. Home automation and nurse call systems.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Relate the applications and solutions of a CCTV security system.
    2. Describe different types of credential readers and their applications, advantages and disadvantages.
    3. Identify security, ID systems and locks, and electronic access control.
    4. Describe the components and operation of a home entertainment DBS system.
    5. Describe the nurse call system-master, patient and staff stations installation and troubleshooting techniques .
    6. Identify key measurements used in cable testing and certification.
    7. Use troubleshooting techniques for different cable faults.
    8. Identify and understand the application of electrical theory to grounding.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 171B - Sign Apprentice I

    Credits: 4
    Description
    History, safety, identifying tools and equipment, knot tying and hoisting loads, sheet metal types. Fractions and trigonometric functions, conduit, neon tube types, voltage polarity and drops bending.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand motivation and leadership skills Identify safety problems and procedures.
    2. Identify basic tools and proper care and use of tools.
    3. Identify wire use and size and proper hoisting and insulation properties.
    4. Identify sheet metal tools, machinery, materials, types and safety.
    5. Identify fractions, trigonometric functions, electrical conduit of all types, algebraic equations, Ohms Law, square root.
    6. Identify sheet metal drawing equipment, pattern drafting and development and parallel line development.
    7. Understand luminous - tube industry.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 172B - Sign Apprentice II

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Energized circuits and potential hazards. Electrical magnetism, aluminum conductors, overcurrent protection devices and ground fault interrupters. Arc and oxyacetylene welding. National Electric Code and blueprint reading.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Understand and calculate resistance in DC series circuits.
    2. Identify ratios and proportions.
    3. Define DC parallel circuits, how they work and hazards involved.
    4. Understand resistance in DC combination circuits, voltage polarity and drop.
    5. Understand the principles of magnetism and electromagnetism.
    6. Operate and design three-wire, single-phase systems
    7. Demonstrate arc welding and understand welding safety.
    8. Understand oxyacetylene welding safety, gases used, torches and equipment.
    9. Recognize blueprint drawings and sketches.
    10. Identify the National Electrical Code.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 173B - Sign Apprentice III

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Three phase systems, circuit calculations and generators. Electrical test instruments including multimeters and oscilloscopes. Capacitors, divider and rectifiers. Vectors, RL circuits and LCR circuits.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Develop National Electrical Code Book skills.
    2. Book skills Analyze 600 volts nominal or less and over.
    3. Compare direct to alternating current.
    4. Design circuit calculations for basic systems.
    5. Analyze and interpret oscilloscope signals.
    6. Recognize basic functions of diodes and rectifiers.
    7. Plan sheet metal fasteners using patterns and cutting metal.
    8. Recognize inductance and how it effects circuits.
    9. Identify and analyze series and parallel LCR circuits.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 174B - Sign Apprentice IV

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Designing the sign. Glass bending, pumping systems, bombarding filling, testing and aging the complete luminous-tube sign. Neon sign chemistry. Production of fluorescent tubes.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Synthesize a sign with tube design.
    2. Select and produce fluorescent tubes for lighting.
    3. Recognize basic chemistry and the neon sign.
    4. Determine the proper transformer installation procedures.
    5. Identify common types of welds and joints.
    6. Interpret different welding metals and methods.
    7. Detect different circuits and feeders.
    8. Describe job costs.
    9. Interpret and understand blueprint specifications.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 175B - Sign Apprentice V

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Kirchoff’s Laws, Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorems. Semi-conductors and Zener diodes. Power supplies, transducers, transistors, switching and basing techniques. SCRs, triacs, diacs, UJTs, amplifiers, JFETs and MOSFETs.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Restate DC/AC theory and Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorems.
    2. Interpret semiconductor diode, zener diode and single phase power supplies.
    3. Identify silicon controlled rectifiers.
    4. Differentiate between electronic applications.
    5. Apply risk management dealing with loading, lifting and fittings.
    6. Recognize industrial specifications and prints.
    7. Distinguish cornice and gutter problems, triangulation and simplified methods.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 176B - Sign Apprentice VI

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Grounding, calculation of ground fault currents. Methods used for earth testing. Brazing and welding aluminum. Transformer overcurrent protection. Fuses, circuit breakers and short circuit calculations.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Recognize electrical grounding and earth testing.
    2. Select welding symbols, identify metal and welding rods, joints and welding materials.
    3. Identify welding rods, run beads and different types of welds.
    4. Define the Theory of Three-Phase Transformers and WYE and DELTA connections.
    5. Describe proper application of fuses and electrical protection using circuit breakers.
    6. Recognize electrical load calculations.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 177B - Sign Apprentice VII

    Credits: 4
    Description
    Lightning protection systems. AC, DC, repulsion, universal and polyphase motors. High voltage and insulation testing. Manual starters, magnetic coils, overload and phase failure relays.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Develop, design and install lighting protection systems.
    2. Recognize AC/DC motors.
    3. Distinguish between the different voltage testing safety programs.
    4. Identify different manual starters and magnetic coils.
    5. Identify and understand the reading of motor control drawings.
    6. Select AC/DC motors and controls.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 178B - Sign Apprentice VIII

    Credits: 4
    Description
    AC motor starters, stepping motors, wound-rotor and synchro-nous motor controls. Remote control and power limited circuits. Determining conductor ampacity. Calculating raceway fill. Fiber optics.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Recognize remote control, signaling and power limited circuits
    2. Distinguish between positive and negative logic.
    3. Identify fiber optic theory and installation.
    4. Describe single-phase and three-phase AC motor speed controls.
    5. Recognize AC theory and series parallel resonant circuit comparisons.
    6. Detect uninterruptable power sources, power factor correction, quality and harmonics.
    7. Identify cable tray fills and motor branch circuits.
    8. Identify hazardous locations and what special equipment to use.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 230B - Fire Alarm Systems - Level I

    Credits: 2
    Description
    This course provides a detailed discussion on the topics associated with the installation of fire alarm systems.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Comprehend and utilize fire alarm system terminology.
    2. Recognize and identify fire alarm industry symbols.
    3. Demonstrate a working and hands-on knowledge of various devices, appliances and wiring methods.
    4. Describe the proper operation of Emergency Voice Evacuation and Alarm systems.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 235 - Fire Alarm Systems - Level II

    Credits: 1
    Description
    This course is a continuation of ELEC 230B . The student will be preparing and testing for the State of Nevada F Card certification.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Comprehend and utilize fire alarm system terminology.
    2. Recognize and identify proper fire alarm system installation.
    3. Demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable codes and standards as applied to fire alarm systems.
    4. Prepare for the State of Nevada F Card certification.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 240B - First Aid/CPR

    Credits: 0.5
    Description
    This course provides CPR training and first aid instruction as applied to the Electrical trade.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate appropriate First Aid procedures.
    2. Demonstrate correct CPR procedures.
    Prerequisite: None
    Graded: Pass/Fail
  

  • ELEC 250B - Photovoltaic Systems

    Credits: 5
    Description
    The course format includes both classroom instruction and hands-on participation, along with the complete process of designing, installing and commissioning photovoltaic systems.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Be prepared for the NABCEP First Knowledge Exam.
    2. Demonstrate a knowledge base for employment in the Solar Industry.
    3. Explain proper safety procedures in the workplace.
    4. Describe the complete process of designing, installing and commission in photovoltaic systems.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 260B - Photovoltaic Systems II

    Credits: 3
    Description
    This course format includes both classroom instruction and hands-on participation dealing with photovoltaic net-metering systems, hybrid, and battery based (off grid) system designs.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Comprehend and use photovoltaic related terminology.
    2. Interpret design elements of net-metering and battery based photovoltaic systems.
    3. Demonstrate understanding of battery safety, wiring and maintenance of a battery based system.
    4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of stand-alone/grid-tied with battery back-upland net-metering photovoltaic systems in reference to the National Electrical Code.
    5. Analyze a photovoltaic system and It components, including the sizing of wiring and over current protection needed.
    6. Safely assemble, test and commission net-metering and battery based photovoltaic systems.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 270B - Instrumentation - Level I

    Credits: 4
    Description
    This course will be the introduction to the fundamentals of instrumentation and process control.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Comprehend and utilize electrical terminology.
    2. Recognize and identify instrument symbols.
    3. Interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams.
    4. Operate electronic test equipment.
    5. Apply industry standards to bench calibrating as well as pressure, temperature, flow and pH measurements.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 275B - Instrumentation - Level II

    Credits: 4
    Description
    This course is a continuation of ELEC 270B . The student will be preparing for the EPRI/ISA written exam.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Comprehend and utilize electrical terminology.
    2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the instrumentation, electrical and mechanical theories as related to the Industry.
    3. Prepare for the EPRl/ISA written exam.
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • ELEC 280B - SMAW - Shielded Metal Arc Welding

    Credits: 4
    Description
    This course will aid the student in developing the welding skills and techniques necessary in the industry through theory and practical application in a welding lab.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Comprehend and utilize welding terminology.
    2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of tools, equipment, personal protection equipment and materials used while welding.
    3. Properly set up and use a welding machine, both safely and efficiently.
    4. Perform flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead position welding.
    Prerequisite: None
 

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