2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook

May 11, 2024

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.

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Culinary Arts
	CUL 255B - Retail Bakery Management Credits: 3 Description This course introduces students to the application of baking and pastry arts production techniques in a wholesale and/or retail setting. The student is introduced to the theory regarding proper techniques for marketing and merchandising baked goods. Cost control for bakeries as well as recipe standardization and conversion, production planning, purchasing, costing and price for profit will be looked at. It will also feature the theory and practice of pastry buffet planning including themes and presentations. Student Learning Outcomes Develop, create, and produce product to sell to the public. Coordinate factors involved in setting up and operating a bakery. Evaluate marketing in a wholesale or retail environment. Incorporate problem-solving techniques in customer relationships. Prerequisite: CUL 125 and FAB 102
	CUL 260 - Introduction to Chocolate Credits: 3 Description This course will cover the use of tempered chocolate for dipping, molding, and decorating. Students will learn to develop creative skills using chocolate. This course also covers techniques in piping, modeling, cutouts, and curls. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate chocolate tempering techniques. Produce decorative items and edible products. Design and illustrate a chocolate display piece incorporating various techniques. Construct stable three dimensional artistic chocolate display pieces using various techniques. Prerequisite: FAB 102 and CUL 125 both with a minimum grade of C-
	CUL 265 - Introduction to Sugar Arts Credits: 3 Description This course will cover the fundamentals of the art of pulled sugar including product identification, proper production techniques, and proper usage. Students will learn to create pulled sugar pieces, blown sugar pieces, and poured pieces. They will also learn to use them in the design and production of centerpieces. Student Learning Outcomes Organize and handle sugar work for safety. Use various sugar techniques. Design and illustrate an artistic sugar piece incorporating various techniques. Construct stable three dimensional artistic sugar display pieces using various techniques. Prerequisite: CUL 125 and FAB 102 both with a grade of C- or higher
	CUL 270 - Ice Carving Credits: 1 Description A basic class devoted to developing the skills necessary to plan and produce functional and decorative Ice Sculptures. The class covers the safe use of hand and power tools as well as methods and procedures for transport and display. Student Learning Outcomes Learn to plan an ice sculpture. Be able to explain the history of ice carving. Develop a thorough knowledge of the safe use of ice carving tools. Be able to display ice pieces in a decorative manner. Be able to demonstrate the production of a functional ice sculpture. Be able to safely handle ice blocks and sculptures. Prerequisite: None
	CUL 275 - Advanced Cake Design Credits: 3 Description This course covers advanced techniques in cake decorating. Students will learn how to make advanced icings such as fondant and royal icing, and how to assemble and decorate advanced specialty and wedding cakes. Student Learning Outcomes Produce advanced icings such as fondant and royal icing. Produce tiered cake layers. Design and assemble specialty cakes. Create specialty decorations. Design and produce a standard wedding cake. Prerequisite: CUL 175
	CUL 280B - Principles of Quantity Baking Credits: 3 Description This course will emphasize fundamental baking and pastry production techniques used in wholesale and/or retail bakeries. The student will participate in the production of scratch baking and commercial product usage. Group practice skills in team building and communication will be covered. American and European style pastry products will be featured. Baker’s percentages and conversion will be emphasized. Student Learning Outcomes Produce dessert components using the proper baking methodologies. Produce restaurant quality desserts. Compare and contrast American and European style pastry products. Compute conversions using baker’s percentages. Prerequisite: CUL 125 and FAB 102
	CUL 285B - Advanced Chocolate Credits: 3 Description The various methods for tempering and the different types of chocolate will be reviewed. Students will learn advanced molding, shaping and texturing techniques. Creating an advanced showpiece will also be covered. Student Learning Outcomes Understand methods of tempering with different types of chocolate. Produce advanced shapes and textures. Create a showpiece. Create chocolate plate decorations. Create chocolate flowers. Prerequisite: CUL 260 and FAB 102
	CUL 290 - Culinary Competition Credits: 3 Description Covers both category A and B for food shows based on the American Culinary Federation guidelines. Student may choose either category for the practical hands-on. Student Learning Outcomes List guidelines for culinary competition in both A and B categories for food shows, based on the American Culinary Federation guidelines. Develop menus used for competition. Design plates and platters used for competition. Evaluate production and presentation of competition displays. Create and execute menus for competitions. Modify menus to generate a higher score. Prerequisite: FAB 102
	CUL 295 - Work Experience in Culinary Arts Credits: 1 Description In addition to academic requirements, the accreditation commissions for the Department of Hospitality Management require students to work for at least 200 hours in a verified program/degree related position prior to graduation. The work experience will be measured qualitatively as well as quantitatively as determined the program director and faculty. Student Learning Outcomes Acquire practical industry experience in culinary or pastry arts. Apply basic culinary or pastry skills in a workplace environment. Explain the importance of time management skills in a workplace environment. Evaluate the efficiency of a restaurant kitchen or bakeshop. Prerequisite: None
Cyber Security
	CSEC 101B - Incident Handling & Response Credits: 3 Description Students learn to design and manage key business information security functions including incident handling, response plans, incident response teams, disaster recovery plans, and discuss business continuity plans. Reporting, response planning and budgeting are all addressed. Students prepare an incident response, disaster recovery, or business continuity plan for a real-world organization such as a business or a government body or agency. CSEC 105B taken concurrently is suggested. Student Learning Outcomes Examine the placement of security functions in a system and express the strengths and weaknesses. Develop contingency plans for various size organizations to include business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response. Design system specific plans for the protection of intellectual property, the implementation of access controls, and patch/change management. Generate formal security policy models to real world scenarios. Prerequisite: ENG 100 or ENG 101 or ENG 107 or ENG 113 with a grade of C- or better
	CSEC 104B - Security Essentials Credits: 3 Description Learn to build a security roadmap that can scale today and into the future. Focus on the essential information security skills and techniques needed to protect and secure an organization’s critical information assets and business systems. Discuss prevention of an organization’s common security problems. Student Learning Outcomes Develop effective security metrics that create a focused playbook that IT can implement, auditors can validate, and executives can understand. Analyze the risk to environment in order to drive the creation of a security roadmap that focuses on the right areas of security. Examine practical tips and techniques to focus on high-priority security problems within an organization and on doing the right things that will lead to effective security solutions. Combine the core areas of security to create a security program that is anchored on PREVENT-DETECT-RESPOND. Prerequisite: CIT 112B or Instructor approval
	CSEC 105B - Introduction to Technical Ethics Credits: 3 Description This course deals with ethical issues associated with the design, use, and propagation of technology. At virtually all stages of development and use, any technology can carry with it ethical dilemmas for both creators and users. Of interest is how such dilemmas are resolved (or complicated) according to how effectively they are communicated to stakeholders. Write reports, instructions, summaries, and e-mails; develop audience awareness skills; develop skills in document layout and design, and collaborate in a group project. Student Learning Outcomes Develop a sense of how purposes, audiences, situations, technologies, and methods affect writers’ and users’ perceptions of written documents. Demonstrate theories of document design (e.g. format, layout, graphics) in course projects. Demonstrate the recursive nature of writing process in terms of researching, drafting, reviewing/testing, editing, and revising. Discuss moral problems within Intellectual property, privacy and computer software. Discuss moral problems within Information Technology within the e-work place. Prerequisite: ENG 100 or ENG 101 or ENG 107 or ENG 113 with a grade of C- or better
	CSEC 125B - Policy, Legal, & Compliance Credits: 3 Description This course covers the laws governing business, contracts, fraud, crime, IT security, IT liability, IT policy, and ethics — all with a focus on electronically stored and transmitted records. Also covers how investigators prepare credible, defensible reports, whether for cyber, forensics, incident response, human resources, or other investigations. This course provides training and continuing education for many compliance programs such as GLBA, HIPAA, FISMA, and PCI-DSS. Student Learning Outcomes Determine the applicable laws and policies related to cyber defense of an organization. Explore the responsibilities related to the handling of information about vulnerabilities. Evaluate how the type of legal dispute (civil, criminal, private) affects the evidence used to resolve it. Explore the applicable laws for compliance in a given situation. Assess what the laws mandate and where they apply. Conduct audits to determine compliance with laws. Appraise the impact of legal/regulatory standards on a given system. Corequisite: CSEC 101B
	CSEC 131B - Operations & Physical Security Credits: 3 Description This course introduces the basics of network/physical security. Computer network vulnerabilities and threats are introduced. This course exposes the student to network security planning, security technology, security organization, and monitoring. Familiarizes the student with physical security controls for a typical Information Technology (IT) infrastructure. Examines the need for physical security, types of physical security (physical barriers and site hardening; physical entry and access controls; security lighting; intrusion detection systems; video surveillance; security personnel), and physical security policies and procedures, as well as, physical security concerns such as access control systems, alarm systems, and environmental control systems. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate position security components within a network and physical architecture to assemble a layered defense. Detect various types of malicious and unauthorized devices (rogue wireless access points) on a network. Demonstrate the ability to configure IDS/IPS systems to reduce false positives and false negatives. Examine a physically specific architecture and evaluate potential vulnerabilities. Design a physically secure architecture for a given scenario. Review various control schemes and physical security components and their differences. Summarize the ability to understand, evaluate, and incorporate physical security functionality. Prerequisite: CSEC 101B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 225B - Governance & Risk Management Credits: 3 Description Topics include fully aligning IT to business strategies and direction, identifying and controlling key risks, and demonstrating legislative and regulatory compliance. Also provides students with sufficient understanding of risk assessment models, methodologies, and processes such that they can perform a risk assessment of a particular system and recommend mitigations to identified risks. Student Learning Outcomes Develop formal security policy models to real world scenarios. Express the impact of legal/regulatory standards on a given system. Compare how standards, such as the Orange Book, may be applied to the requirements for a sub-contractor or customer. Determine how risk relates to a system security policy. Formulate various risk analysis methodologies. Evaluate risk 1) with respect to technology; 2) with respect to individuals; and 3) in the enterprise; and recommend appropriate responses. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of various risk assessment methodologies Construct the optimal methodology based on needs, advantages, and disadvantages. Prerequisite: CSEC 101B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 226B - Compliance Credits: 3 Description Introduces the student to Information Systems Security Compliance. Topics include what security compliance is, how to assess security controls (physical, procedural, and technical), and methods to remediate security gaps discovered during the security assessment using Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (COBIT), and International Standards Organization/International Electro Technical Commission (ISO/IEC 27000) as the control frameworks. Discussions conducted on compliance areas include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002 (FISMA), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS), Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Student Learning Outcomes Produce formal security policy models to real world scenarios. Specify the applicable laws for compliance in a given situation. Determine what the laws mandate and where they apply. Perform audits to determine compliance with laws. Prerequisite: CSEC 125B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 231B - Access Control Credits: 3 Description Explores the concept of controlling access to information systems and applications. Topics include authorization; authentication; accounting for end-users, network devices, system, and administrators; and security controls for access control including tokens and public key infrastructures (PKIs). Student Learning Outcomes Perform basic procedures such as probing, measuring, and data collection to assess functionality and to affect modifications. Express how systems are initialized, how software is loaded, and how software and hardware collaborate. Determine the role of intermediate software such as hardware abstraction layers or other forms of middleware. Evaluate the DoD system certification and accreditation processes. Compare the differences between certifications and accreditations. Prerequisite: CIT 173 or CIT 174 or CIT 212 or CIT 213 or CIT 214 or CIT 215 with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 241B - Cryptography Credits: 3 Description Introduces students to concepts of cryptographic systems and how to correctly use them in real-world applications. This course features a rigorous introduction to modern cryptography with an emphasis on the fundamental cryptographic primitives of public-key encryption, digital signatures, pseudo-random number generation, and basic protocols and their computational complexity requirements. Student Learning Outcomes Specify the elements of a cryptographic system. Compare the differences between symmetric and asymmetric algorithms. Determine which cryptographic protocols, tools, and techniques are appropriate for a given situation. Evaluate how cryptography can be used to identify strengths and weaknesses, modes, and issues. Differentiate how various cryptographic algorithms and protocols work. Evaluate security mechanisms based on cryptography. Summarize the application of cryptography in SSL, virtual private networks, secure storage, and other security applications. Prerequisite: MATH 124 or above with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 245B - Device Hardening Credits: 3 Description Provides the student access to tools and techniques to control, mitigate potential attacks, and provide confidentiality of personal and corporate data even on end-user owned devices. Covers the skills to track corporate property, and perform security and policy audits on devices owned by either the organization or by an individual without harm to the device. Student Learning Outcomes Perform basic procedures such as probing, measuring, and data collection to evaluate functionality and to affect modifications. Evaluate their knowledge of network technologies to design and construct a working network. Compare and contrast local resource requirements, local control, and network access. Express the steps necessary for hardening a given OS with respect to various applications. Demonstrate securely installing a given OS, remove or shut down unnecessary components and services, close unnecessary ports, and ensure that all patches and updates are applied. Prerequisite: CIT 274B or CSEC 281B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 271B - Security Programming & Scripts Credits: 3 Description An in-depth study of the processes, standards, and regulations associated with secure software scripting. Plan, manage, document, and communicate all phases of a secure software development cycle. Topics include security requirements, secure software life development cycle, threat modeling, and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). Student Learning Outcomes Test proficiency in the use of a programming language to decipher complex problems in a secure and robust manner. Assess proficiency in the use of writing scripts to accomplish certain tasks (e.g., Python, PHP, and Ruby on Rails). Generate simple and compound conditions within a programming language or similar environment (e.g., scripts, macros, SQL). Illustrate the ability to design and develop basic programs for modern computing platforms (e.g., PC, cloud, mobile, web). Evaluate the importance of secure software, and the programming practices and development processes and methodologies that lead to secure software development. Prerequisite: IS 115 ; and either CIT 217 or CSEC 104B all with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 281B - Ethical Hacking Credits: 3 Description Introduces students to concepts of penetration testing to validate security measures and identify vulnerabilities. Topics include IT security awareness, data confidentiality, data integrity, legislated privacy policies, and individual and institutional liability. Explores methods used by intruders to gain access to computer resources and methods to prevent/reduce vulnerabilities. Student Learning Outcomes Explain basic IT security concepts and models. Formulate a basic security policy. Demonstrate basic penetration attacks. Assess risks and countermeasures. Explain legal and ethical concerns as they apply to penetration testing. Prerequisite: CIT 112B and CIT 211 with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 285B - Evaluate Emerging Technologies Credits: 3 Description A survey of emerging and leading technologies in the cybersecurity field. Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies. Determine secure implementation strategies for best-fit business solutions. Topics include evolutionary technology development and adoption in organizations. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate emerging technologies and their security relevant issues. Specify the laws that enable U.S. entities the authority to perform cyber operations. Review the phases of a well-organized cyber operation and determine the goals and objectives of each phase. Explain specific phases of a cyber operation in network traffic. Review potential motivations that might prompt an entity to perform a cyber operation. Prerequisite: CSEC 105B ; and either CIT 274B or CSEC 281B all with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 286B - Network Analytics Credits: 3 Description Create, analyze, and report network analytics for information security. Conduct network analytics using available tools and accepted methods for analyzing the seven domains of a typical Information Technology (IT) infrastructure. Monitoring, reporting, and escalation are emphasized. Student Learning Outcomes Interpret the packets involved in a simple TCP connection. Evaluate the various concepts in network defense. Demonstrate the ability to incorporate network defense measures. Analyze a trace of packets to detect the establishment of a TCP connection. Test the use of a network monitor to display packets. Perform a task with a network monitoring tool (e.g., WireShark). Perform an operation with network mapping tools (e.g., Nmap). Perform a task with a network filtering tool (e.g., Snort). Prerequisite: CIT 112B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 287B - Security Analysis Credits: 3 Description Conduct a vulnerability analysis upon a network in order to practice or refine the attack methodologies with the hacker tools and techniques to which the student was exposed during the various program courses. Prepare a written report of the security design, attack methodology, tools, and techniques. Focus on testing and the documentation process in order to prepare post-test reports. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate the importance of each principle of security. Analyze common security failures and determine specific design principles that have been violated. Recommend formal security policy models to real world scenarios. Analyze system components and assess how they will interact in a composed system. Create post-test written reports. Perform vulnerability assessments to include all written reports. Prerequisite: CIT 274B or CSEC 281B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 289B - Malware Analysis Credits: 3 Description Covers the tools and methodologies used to perform malware analysis on executables found on Windows systems using a practical, hands-on approach. Student Learning Outcomes Determine the functionality of a program by analyzing disassembly and by watching how it modifies a system and its resources as it runs in a debugger. Perform a host and network-based indicator extraction from a malicious program. Assess dynamic analysis and the Windows APIs most often used by malware authors. Prerequisite: CIT 217 or CSEC 104B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval
	CSEC 290B - Security Capstone Credits: 3 Description A comprehensive project-driven study of network design and security with an emphasis on the integration of knowledge, practical applications, and critical thinking. Topics include advanced concepts in network and security design. This class must be taken in the student’s final semester. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to develop a security program, identify goals, objectives, and metrics. Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage a security program. Assess the effectiveness of a security program. Perform the integration of ISO 27000 series standards to given scenarios. Summarize the characteristics of malware. Classify the various forms of malware. Incorporate tools and techniques for identifying vulnerabilities. Prerequisite: Program Director approval
Dance
	DAN 101 - Dance Appreciation Credits: 3 Description A multicultural exploration of the world’s first and most universal art form. Ballet history, sex and social dance, the politics of dance and twentieth century self-expression among others are investigated through lecture, video and demonstration. Student Learning Outcomes Discover the broad range of dance styles that exist and have existed. Discover the many reasons for the purposes of dance throughout history. Become educated dance viewers. Develop an appreciation of dance as an art form. Prerequisite: None
	DAN 108 - Pilates I Credits: 1 Description Pilates based floor work emphasizing increased flexibility and strength with application to dancers and non-dancers alike. Student Learning Outcomes Increased flexibility and strength. Ability to work autonomously in body maintenance. Ability to recognize physical inadequacies and develop strategies for elimination of such. Better physical alignment of the dance instrument. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 115 - Middle Eastern Dance I Credits: 1 Description Learn to isolate and undulate gracefully to Middle Eastern music. Explore the ancient arts of belly dance and the people throughout history who have contributed to its evolution. Student Learning Outcomes Identify Middle Eastern dance as a cultural art form. Demonstrate proper techniques of isolation and undulation with attention to correct kinesiological alignment. Identify the origins and history of Middle Eastern dancing. Identify the style of cabaret costuming. Identify dance as a viable performing art through practical application, observation, and critical analysis. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 119 - Swing Dance Credits: 1 Description Further development of swing dance styles introduced in beginning ballroom dance. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate various styles of swing dance, including East Coast, Balboa, Charleston and Lindy Hop. Increase student’s comfort level in dancing socially with a partner. Refine specific styling elements. Develop an accurate, yet uninhibited musical sense. Amplify the participant’s general well-being through the promotion of greater physical confidence. Raise the student’s awareness of non-social dance forms as an important and stimulating outlet for personal and cultural expression. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 125 - Ballroom Dance (Beginning) Credits: 1 Description Instruction in the major ballroom dances, including waltz, swing, fox trot, tango, rumba, and the cha-cha. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate fundamental steps in American style Smooth and Latin ballroom dancing. Dances included in this course will be the Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Rumba, Cha-cha, and Swing. Increase the student’s comfort level in dancing socially with a partner. Develop an accurate, yet uninhibited musical sense. Amplify the student’s general well-being through the promotion of greater physical confidence. Raise the student’s awareness of non-social dance forms as an important and stimulating outlet for personal and cultural expression. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 126 - Ballroom Dance (Beginning/Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Continuation of beginning ballroom dance. Student Learning Outcomes Continue expanding vocabulary of steps in American style Smooth and Latin ballroom dancing. Dances included in this course will be the Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Rumba, Cha-cha, and Swing. Continue increasing the student’s comfort level in dancing socially with a partner. [teacher observation, student demonstration/performance] Continue developing an accurate, yet uninhibited musical sense. [teacher observation, student demonstration/performance] Amplify the student’s general well-being through the promotion of greater physical confidence. [teacher observation, student demonstration/performance] Raise the student’s awareness of non-social dance forms as an important and stimulating outlet for personal and cultural expression. [concert attendance, written critique] Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 128 - Latin Dance Credits: 1 Description Further development of Latin dances introduced in beginning ballroom dance. Student Learning Outcomes Introduce the fundamental Latin social dances including Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Merengue, Samba, and others included under the general heading of Salsa. Increase the student’s comfort level in dancing socially with a partner. Refine authentic styling elements such as Cuban Motion. Develop an accurate, yet uninhibited musical sense. Amplify the participant’s general well-being through the promotion of greater physical confidence. Raise the student’s awareness of non-social dance forms as an important and stimulating outlet for personal and cultural expression. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 132 - Jazz Dance (Beginning) Credits: 1 Description Beginning techniques of jazz dance. Student Learning Outcomes Perform the basic steps and use terminology of jazz dance as applied in class. Demonstrate an increase in strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and coordination. Implement safe anatomical alignment as it applies to the technique of jazz dance. Develop an uninhibited sense of musicality. Explain dance in general as a vital performing art. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 133 - Jazz Dance (Beginning/Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Continuation of beginning jazz dance. Student Learning Outcomes Continue developing vocabulary of steps and terminology of jazz dance as applied in class. Demonstrate an increase in strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and coordination. Implement safe anatomical alignment as it applies to the technique of jazz dance. Continue developing an uninhibited sense of musicality. Explain dance in general as a vital performing art. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 135 - Ballet (Beginning) Credits: 1 Description Beginning techniques and theory of classical ballet. Student Learning Outcomes Identify the basic steps of classical ballet and technical ballet terminology. Demonstrate an increase in strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and coordination. Employ a basic understanding of anatomy as it applies to the technique of classical ballet. Develop musicality. Appreciate classical ballet as a performing art through practical application, observation and critical analysis. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 136 - Ballet (Beginning/Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Continuation of beginning ballet with more demanding concepts and skills. Student Learning Outcomes Continue expanding vocabulary of classical ballet steps and technical terminology. Demonstrate an increase in strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and coordination. Utilize an understanding of anatomy as it applies to the technique of classical ballet. Continue developing musicality. Continue building an appreciation of classical ballet through practical application, observation and critical analysis. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To maximum of four credits
	DAN 138 - Modern Dance (Beginning) Credits: 1 Description Introductory technique and theory of modern concert dance. Student Learning Outcomes Recognize modern dance as a viable twenty-first century art form. Enhance awareness of basic theoretical elements i.e., time, shape, space, motion, dynamics, decentralization, etc. Utilize the fundamentals of sound physical technique including proper alignment, avoidance and treatment of injuries, executing “self warm-ups” and becoming “self-correcting.” Develop the performance skills of spontaneity, immediacy, and totality. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 139 - Modern Dance (Beginning/Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Continuation of Modern Dance (Beginning). Student Learning Outcomes Identify modern dance as a viable twenty-first century art form. Demonstrate the basic theoretical elements i.e., time, shape, space, motion, dynamics, decentralization, etc. Apply the fundamentals of sound physical technique including proper alignment, avoidance and treatment of injuries, executing “self warm-ups” and becoming “self-correcting.” Demonstrate the performance skills of spontaneity, immediacy, and totality. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 144 - Tap Dance (Beginning) Credits: 1 Description Beginning techniques of tap dancing. Student Learning Outcomes Perform the basic steps and use terminology of tap dance. Implement safe anatomical alignment as it applies to the technique of tap dance. Develop a sense of musicality/rhythm. Explain dance in general as a vital performing art. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 145 - Tap Dance (Beginning/Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Continuation of beginning tap dance. Student Learning Outcomes Continue to identify vocabulary of basic steps and terminology in tap dance. Implement safe anatomical alignment as it applies to the technique of tap dance. Continue to develop a sense of musicality and rhythm. Explain dance in general as a vital performing art. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 160B - Hip Hop Dance Credits: 1 Description Beginning level Hip Hop. Previous experience in dance not necessary. Offers foundation for dance by putting into practice basic techniques for Hip Hop. Particular emphasis on student’s physical awareness, expressiveness, and grasp of material. Student Learning Outcomes Develop a sense of musicality, precision, and style (within the hip hop culture). Develop control of the body. Develop individual artistic expression. Identify the historical, political, and social realms of the urban community. Identify Hip Hop as a viable performing art. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 175 - Yoga for Dancers Credits: 1 Description Yoga techniques of stretching and breathing applied to the dancer’s instrument with resultant stress relief, increased flexibility, and enhanced physical alignment. Student Learning Outcomes Reduce dance related (and other) stress. Increase flexibility. Develop breath control. Develop better physical alignment of the dance instrument. Examine the origins of yoga. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 188 - Dance Improvisation Credits: 2 Description Development of performance and compositional skills through the exploration and analysis of basic dance elements including time, shape, space, motion and dynamics. Student Learning Outcomes Build an awareness of dance’s basic elements (i.e., time, shape, space, motion, dynamics) first exploring then evolving to a more confident presentational sense. Recognize improvisation as “instant choreography” and “instant performance” and the immediacy this implies. Student will receive a premise trusting his/her body and subconscious mind to define it without judgment - and later subject to conscious evaluation. Use improvisation in alternative performing spaces, relating improvisations to these new environments. Further use improvisation in the development of more facile and creative partnering skills. Combine the use of extra-dance stimuli - props, costumes, sound, etc., as improvisational catalysts. Prerequisite: None
	DAN 215 - Middle Eastern Dance II Credits: 1 Description A continuation of learning to isolate and undulate gracefully to Middle Eastern music. A further exploration of the ancient arts of belly dance and the people throughout history who have contributed to its evolution. Course will build on the fundamentals of Middle Eastern dance technique. Student Learning Outcomes Continued to identify Middle Eastern dance as a cultural art form. Further demonstration of proper techniques of isolation and undulation with attention to correct kinesiological alignment. Explain the origins and history of Middle Eastern dancing. Identify the style of cabaret costuming. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 225 - Ballroom Dance (Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Intermediate techniques of ballroom dance. Student Learning Outcomes Continued expanding vocabulary of steps in American style Smooth and Latin ballroom dancing. Dances included in this course will be Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Rumba, Cha-cha, and Swing. Continue increasing the student’s comfort level in dancing socially with a partner. Continue developing an accurate, yet uninhibited musical sense. Amplify the student’s general well-being through the promotion of greater physical confidence. Raise the student’s awareness of non-social dance forms as an important and stimulating outlet for personal and cultural expression. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 232 - Jazz Dance (Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Intermediate techniques of jazz dance. Student Learning Outcomes Continue to perform vocabulary of steps and use terminology of jazz dance as applied in class. Demonstrate an increase in strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and coordination. Implement safe anatomical alignment as it relates to the technique of jazz dance. Continue to develop an uninhibited sense of musicality. Explain dance in general as a vital performing art. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 235 - Ballet (Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Intermediate technique and theory of classical ballet. Student Learning Outcomes Confirm and supplement command of the basic steps and technical terminology of classical ballet. Demonstrate an increase in strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and coordination. Utilize an understanding of anatomy as it applies to the technique of classical ballet. Continue developing musicality. Illustrate classical ballet as a performing art through practical application, observation and critical analysis. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 236 - Ballet (Intermediate/Advanced) Credits: 1 Description A continuation of Ballet (Intermediate). Student Learning Outcomes Continue to confirm and supplement command of the basic steps and technical terminology of classical ballet. Demonstrate an increase in strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and coordination. Utilize an understanding of anatomy as it applies to the technique of classical ballet. Continue to develop musicality. Illustrate classical ballet as a performing art through practical application, observation, and critical analysis. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 238 - Modern Dance (Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Intermediate technique and theory of modern concert dance. Student Learning Outcomes Identify modern dance as a viable twenty-first century art form. Demonstrate the basic theoretical elements, i.e., time, shape, space, motion, dynamics, decentralization, etc. Apply the fundamentals of sound of physical technique including proper alignment, avoidance and treatment of injuries, executing “self warm-ups” and becoming “self-correcting”. Demonstrate the performance skills of spontaneity, immediacy, and totality. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 239 - Modern Dance (Intermediate/Advanced) Credits: 1 Description Continuation of Modern Dance (Intermediate). Student Learning Outcomes Identify modern dance as a viable twenty-first century art form. Demonstrate the basic theoretical elements, i.e., time, shape, space, motion, dynamics, decentralization, etc. Utilize the fundamentals of sound physical technique including proper alignment, avoidance and treatment of injuries, executing ‘self warm-ups” and becoming “self-correcting”. Further develop the performance skills of spontaneity, immediacy, and totality. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 244 - Tap Dance (Intermediate) Credits: 1 Description Intermediate techniques of tap dance. Student Learning Outcomes Continue to develop vocabulary of steps and terminology in tap dance. Implement safe anatomicall alignment as it applies to the technique of tap dance. Continue to develop a sense of musicality and rhythm. Continue to explain dance in general as a vital performing art. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 245 - Repertory Tap Dance Credits: 1 Description Learning of tap repertory and new choreography leading to performance opportunities. Student Learning Outcomes Explain the historical roots of tap dancing, particularly the work or works under scrutiny during the semester. Identify tap dance in general as a vital performing art, while fine tuning an ability to discuss and describe it. Develop a basic tap notation method for the preservation of new and favorite steps, as well as the ability to transcribe tap works that are easy to read and understand. Comprehend the historical roots of tap dancing, particularly the work or works under scrutiny during the semester. Identify recognizable standards of the tap world repertory, and variations of tap styles. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 281 - Dance Performance Credits: 1 Description Learning of repertory and new choreography leading to formal and informal performance opportunities. Student Learning Outcomes Students will demonstrate basic rehearsal attitudes including punctuality, attentiveness, and self-motivation. To increase the ability to learn and retain motional material. To promote awareness of basic theoretical elements within each dance, such as time, shape, space, motion, dynamics, decentralization. To develop, when appropriate, the ability to communicate nuances as extra-dance characterization or emotional shadings. To put dancers in contact with an audience. To promote dance as an art form through public performances. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 284 - Dance Project Credits: 1 Description Complete production of a dance piece including choreography, sound score selection, costume design, and all production aspects to result in performance of the piece in the CSN Student Dance Concert. Restricted to Dance Certificate of Achievement candidates. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the pragmatic application of dance’s basic theoretical elements in producing a work for formal public consumption. Identify and demonstrate the artistic gestalt of their work. Have the opportunity to address an appropriate range of theatrical production and design concerns including lighting, costuming, and publicity. Add audio accompaniment that enhances rather than dominates their work. Understand effective personnel and rehearsal management skills. Produce a performance for a live audience. Demonstrate to the public the many components of dance as an art form through public performance. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: To a maximum of four credits
	DAN 287 - Concert Dance Company Credits: 1 Description Professionally structured rehearsals of repertory and new choreography in preparation for formal performances, educational outreach programs and possible touring. Students should also be registered for a combination of technique courses: DAN 138 and DAN 235 , or DAN 136 and DAN 238 , or DAN 235 and DAN 238 . Class size for DAN 287 is limited and audition will be the first day of class. Student Learning Outcomes To create an awareness of professional dance industry rehearsal expectations including punctuality, attentiveness, and self-motivation. Increase the ability to quickly learn and retain motional material. Demonstrate awareness of basic theoretical elements within each dance, such as time, space, shape, motion, dynamics, decentralization, etc. Develop where appropriate the ability to communicate the nuances as extra-dance characterizations or emotional shadings. Come in contact with an audience. Exposure to a range of formats related to educating the public to the many components of dance as an art form, including publicity, possible touring and outreach projects. Prerequisite: None
	DAN 288 - Choreography Credits: 2 Description Introduction to the art of making dances with emphasis on the manipulation of time, shape, space, motion and dynamics. Student Learning Outcomes Develop an awareness of dance’s basic theoretical elements such as time, shape, space, motion, and dynamics. Develop tools for building a dance vocabulary specific to the needs and character of each individual work. Differentiate between abstract and literal narrative. Develop the kinetic sense stressing causal relationships within phrases and “organic” structure overall. Build a vehicle for the expression of personal and/or universal feelings and ideas through practicing the process of abstraction. Elevate performance and teaching skills through learning and setting choreographic projects. Prerequisite: None
Dental Assisting
	DA 105B - Interprofessional and Community Service Learning Credits: 1 Description Service learning through interprofessional partnerships with other health professions students during the various on and off campus activities. Practice of dental assisting and interpersonal skills to address the needs of underserved and under-represented populations in “real-life” hands-on experience. Student Learning Outcomes Collaborate with a community partnership for service-learning. (Human Relations) Create and implement a project targeted to community needs. (Human Relations) Use critical thinking with special and diverse populations. (Computation) Use non‐verbal and verbal skills in a helping relationship. (Communications) Prerequisite: DA 108B and DA 115B and DA 118B and DA 124B all with a grade of C or higher
	DA 106B - Radiation Protection for Dental Auxiliaries Credits: 1 Description Course designed to acquaint the participant with radiation hazards and protection services for patient and operator. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the hazards of radiation and the methods of radiation protection for patient and operator. Define primary and secondary radiation and the methods of radiation protection for patient and operator. List the radiological considerations and identify the treatment procedures which are to be used for pregnant patients, patients with a history of radiation therapy and other special cases. List the legal requirements for radiation protection as they pertain to work load, protection devices, filter thickness, collimation, film speed, lead aprons, thyroid shields, monitoring and size of the useful beam. Be able to alleviate a patient’s apprehension toward having a radiographic examination by explaining the need for radiographs as based on the patient’s case history and genetic and physical effects. List the number of safe exposures needed for a complete radiographic series. Prerequisite: None
	DA 107B - Intraoral Radiographic Technique Credits: 2 Description Production of dental radiographs including processing, mounting and eliminating errors. Participants will expose, mount and critique a complete radiographic survey of a mannequin and selected patients. Student Learning Outcomes Identify hazards in film exposure and processing and take appropriate steps to minimize problems. Apply principles of infection control when using ionizing radiation. List number of exposures for each region on a full-mouth, radiographic radiographs. Expose, develop and mount an acceptable full-mouth, radiographic series. Describe the steps to the acceptable time-temperature method of processing radiographs. Detect processing errors and identify the correction for each. State the essential equipment for a darkroom. Recognize the most common causes of faulty dental radiographs. Identify intraoral and extraoral anatomy landmarks. List the film holders used when exposing films and the characteristics of each style. Describe common methods of patient management during radiographic exposure. Prerequisite: None
	DA 108B - Introduction to Dental Assisting Credits: 2 Description Overview of the dental occupations, dental terminology, dental history, interpersonal relationships and employment requirements. Student Learning Outcomes Pronounce, spell and define commonly used dental terms. Describe significant events of dental history. List noted contributors in the dental field. Identify members of the dental health team, the educational requirements of each and the duties they perform. Develop positive attitudes towards work and service to others and ethical responsibilities for dental team members, the dentist, the patient and each other. Develop cultural sensitivity and awareness within the workplace environment. List the duties the Nevada State Board of Dentistry allows dental assistants to perform. Recognize information that must legally be entered into a patient’s record. Develop positive communication and listening skills in a mock patient interview. Identify different personality disorders and the psychological requirements used to treat patients having such disorders. . Explain how patient psychology is applied to verbal and written communication with a patient to achieve desired outcomes. State the extra considerations that are required for a special patient. Prepare a personal resume and apply listening and verbal communication techniques in a mock interview . Describe the dental assistant’s role to communicate appropriately with the dentist, staff members, other associated individuals, and the patient. Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Assisting Program Corequisite: DA 115B and DA 118B and DA 124B
	DA 115B - Dental Health Education Credits: 1 Description Principles of preventive dentistry to include: nutritional physiology, essentials and counseling effect of nutrition on dental health; epidemiology, etiology and prevention of dental disease; design and management of a plaque control program and additional preventive measures, i.e., fluoride and sealant utilization. Student Learning Outcomes Explain the goal of preventive dentistry. Describe the components of a preventive dental program. Identify the etiology of dental plaque. Discuss demineralization and remineralization. Explain why dental care is important for pregnant women. Describe the method used to clean a baby’s mouth and when children should first visit the dentist. Identify sources of systemic and topical fluoride. Discuss the purpose of a fluoride assessment. Discuss safe and toxic levels of fluoride. Demonstrate applied psychology to ensue effective communication with patients when explaining the benefits of preventive benefits. Compare and contrast toothbrushing techniques. Explain the function of the various types of toothbrushing techniques and other dental aids. Discuss the use of disclosing agents. Explain the relationship between frequency and quantity of cariogenic foods in causing tooth decay. Explain the process of cleaning removable prosthetics. Describe the difference between vitamins and minerals. Describe the role of carbohydrates in daily diet. Describe three types of protein. Describe oral manifestations of nutritional deficiencies (bulimia, anorexia). Define empty calories in terms of food and how it affects our nutrition. Know dietary guidelines for Americans. List the six areas of My Pyramid and its role in evaluating dietary intake. Explain how to interpret food labels. Demonstrate competence in dietary evaluation and assessment. Discuss nutritional needs for different age groups. Explain how to interpret food labels. Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Assisting Program Corequisite: DA 108B and DA 118B and DA 124B
	DA 118B - Dental Materials for Dental Assistants Credits: 3 Description Composition, characteristics, physical properties and uses of materials commonly used in dental practice. Includes laboratory practice in manipulating dental materials. Student Learning Outcomes Explain the physical and biological considerations of dental materials in an oral environment. List four classes of materials used in dentistry and the factors involved in their use. Discuss the properties of dental amalgam and how to manipulate it properly. Identify the properties and indications for the use of zinc phosphate, zinc oxide eugenol, polycarboxylate, glass ionomer and resin cement. Compare and contrast the characteristics of the different bonding materials. Compare the functions, compositions, properties, appearance and techniques for the placement of the different composites. Identify impression materials used in dentistry according to their classification. Prepare alginate impressions, pour models and trim models from the impressions. Recognize the procedures followed when preparing cast restorations. Describe the uses of polymeric materials and resins in prosthetic dentistry. Recognize the properties and uses of the various temporary restorations and temporary coverage materials. List the function of pattern, processing and impression waves in dentistry. Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Assisting Program Corequisite: DA 108B and DA 115B and DA 124B
	DA 119B - Dental Chairside Procedures Credits: 4 Description Development of the dexterity needed to assist in four- and six-handed dentistry, demonstrating proper posture and form at chairside. Positive communication, sterilization, disinfection, and neatness are stressed, plus knowledge of instruments, dental operative procedures, manipulation of cements, bases and impression materials. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the courses, treatment and prevention of microorganisms and dentally related pathological conditions. Recognize the principles of hazard communications and the appropriate procedures to follow in a dental environment to protect employees from exposure to hazardous materials. Relate principles of and perform appropriate handwashing, equipment disinfection and instrument sterilization procedures. Demonstrate proper care and operation of dental equipment. Demonstrate appropriate seating areas for both the operator and the assistant, adjustment and the recommended posture to be maintained during a dental procedure. Apply psychological techniques to achieve optimum communication and cooperation while seating a patient, gathering patient data, recording treatment plan, preparing patient for dental procedures, performing a dental procedure and giving post-operative instructions. Recognize the differences between geometric, universal and Palmer charting methods. Record clinical findings as dictated by the operator and accurately record procedures as performed on the patient chart. Identify various hand and rotary instruments used in dentistry and demonstrate the maintenance required of each. Describe the procedural steps in cavity preparation and restoration using appropriate terminology. Perform chairside dental activities in operative dentistry procedures, demonstrating proper techniques in the exchange of instruments, oral evacuation, retraction and the exchange of dental materials. Prepare armamentarium and perform coronal polish on fellow student. Demonstrate the application of topical fluoride on a fellow student. Perform recommended four and six-handed assisting techniques in the preparation of a carious restoration including the mixing, instrumentation and placement of the following restoration materials: acrylics, cements, bases, composites and amalgam. Prepare set ups and perform chairside assisting techniques for assigned prosthodontic procedures. Prepare armamentarium and place sealants on typodont. Identify the instruments that are commonly used to perform dental surgical procedures. Identify the drugs used in dentistry for pain control and recognize the characteristics of each. Prerequisite: DA 108B and DA 115B and DA 118B and DA 124B with a grade of C or higher Corequisite: DA 123B and DA 128B
	DA 120B - Introduction to Dental Insurance Credits: 1 Description Introduction to dental insurance processing including alternative payment plans. Introduction to CDT coding. Student Learning Outcomes List the four parties involved in prepaid dental care plans. Recognized common dental insurance terminology. Describe the different dental insurance (prepaid dental care) programs. Discuss the components of an ADA endorsed insurance claim form. Explain alternative care delivery services. Describe the ADA Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature. Recognize the dental code groupings used for different dental procedures. Explain the coordination of benefits. Explain the dental benefits available for Medicaid and Veterans Administration patients. Prerequisite: None
	DA 123B - Practice Management and Procedures Credits: 3 Description Principles of dental office routine, reception duties, bookkeeping, appointment control, correspondence, telephone technique, filing, interview techniques, and computer applications. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the appropriate format for written communications in a dental practice. Identify the purpose of various dental records kept in a dental business office. Describe the electronic equipment commonly used in a dental office and the purpose of each. Apply psychological principles to oral and written communications to enhance office effectiveness and patient satisfaction. Compare and contrast the differences between manual and computerized appointment scheduling. Discuss the characteristics of various recall systems. Demonstrate the preparation of the commonly used accounting forms. Perform the tasks included in maintaining the accounts payable. List the duties of the dental office manager or a business assistant. List the four parties involved in prepare dental care plans. Recognize the common dental insurance terminology. Describe the different dental insurance (prepaid dental care) programs. Discuss the components of an ADA endorsed insurance form. Describe the ADA Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature. Recognize the dental code groupings used for different dental procedures. Explain the coordination of benefits. Complete an ADA approved dental claim form. Discuss how the law affects the dental business office and how litigation may be avoided. List methods of marketing your skills when seeking employment. Prerequisite: DA 108B and DA 115B and DA 118B and DA 124B with a grade of C or higher Corequisite: DA 119B and DA 128B
	DA 124B - Integrated Science for Dental Assistants Credits: 4 Description Anatomy and physiology of the body systems, with special emphasis on the head and neck. Embryology, histology and tooth morphology are included. Student Learning Outcomes Identify the four types of teeth, Incisors, Cuspids, Premolars and Molars on a model. List the eruption date of the primary and permanent dentitions. Describe the stages of development that occur during pregnancy, prenatal, embryonic and Postnatal development. Describe the growth, calcification and eruption that takes place during the life cycle of a tooth. Identify the histological make up of the teeth including the anatomical parts, the tissues, the periodontium and the gingiva. Identify the bones of the head and neck on a model including the bony prominences, depressions openings and articulations. List the muscles of the head and neck and describe the function(s) of each muscle. Recognize the major arteries and veins and their branches which comprise the blood supply to the head and neck. Name the components of the respiratory system as they relate to the head and neck. Describe the location and function of each of the following glandular tissues: lacrimal glands, salivary glands, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland and thymus gland. Identify the Trigeminal Nerve and its branches describing the function of each branch and the injection site used for each branch during local anesthesia. List the components of the lymphatic system that are located in the head and neck and describe the spread of dental infections. Identify the components of the structural units of the human body. Recognize the structure and function of body systems. Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Assisting Program Corequisite: DA 108B and DA 115B and DA 118B
	DA 126B - Clinical Externship Credits: 6 Description Supervised clinical dental assisting experience in selected private dental practices and public clinics. Student Learning Outcomes Apply acquired skills and knowledge to procedures performed in a dental office or clinic. Demonstrate ability to place, expose, process and mount acceptable dental radiographs. Demonstrate ability to function proficiently as member of the dental health team in the business office, dental laboratory and at chairside. Evaluate performance, strengths, weakness, and problems by participating in group discussions. Demonstrate ability to communicate with patients and members of the clinical staff. Appear well groomed and dressed in a manner befitting a profession person. Adapt to various routines and become an active participant at each clinical site. Accept the office philosophy of each clinical site and follow the policies of that site during the assigned rotation. Apply applicable preventive dentistry techniques during clinical experiences. Prerequisite: DA 119B and DA 123B and DA 128B with a grade of C or higher Corequisite: DA 136B
	DA 128B - Dental Radiology Credits: 3 Description An introduction to basic concepts of radiology, including radiation protection, intraoral and panoramic techniques of film exposure, processing and mounting. Student Learning Outcomes Apply the principles of radiation protection to maintain optimal health and safety to patient and operator during radiation exposure. Demonstrate care of all radiation equipment and supplies. Demonstrate knowledge of the correct maintenance and care of dark room supplies and equipment, automatic processor and manual processing tanks. Apply the principles of x-ray production to prepare dental radiographs of high quality utilizing bisecting and right angle (paralleling) techniques. Apply the principles of film processing to product dental photographs of high quality utilizing automatic and manual processing procedures. Demonstrate at a 75% proficiency level the procedures for the following radiographic views: bitewing, full mouth, occlusal, panoramic, pedodontic and mixed dentition. Apply the principles of digital radiography to produce radiographic images of high quality utilizing digital hardware and software. Recognize radiographic anatomical structures in the analysis and interpretation of radiographs. Apply knowledge of anatomical landmarks to mount film in proper arrangement utilizing lingual and labial mounting methods. Recognize the factors, which affect the diagnostic usefulness and quality of finished radiographs. Recognize and correct errors in exposure and processing, which occur in dental radiographs. Prerequisite: DA 108B and DA 115B and DA 118B and DA 124B each with a grade of C or higher Corequisite: DA 119B and DA 123B
	DA 136B - Dental Specialties Credits: 3 Description A survey of the role of the dental assistant in the specialties of dentistry including orthodontics, pedodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, endodontics, and prosthodontics. Student Learning Outcomes Recognize the different surgical procedures performed by maxillofacial surgeons. Identify the drugs used in dentistry for pain control and know the characteristics of each. Discuss the purpose of root canal therapy and the procedures performed to accomplish a successful root canal. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of fixed and removable prosthodontics and describe the role of the dental laboratory in each. Discuss the types of dental implants available and the patient selection requirements. Describe the clinical criteria required to make an orthodontic treatment plan and the ‘dental assistant’s’ role in the treatment of orthodontic patients. Define the different types of periodontal surgery and discuss when each is recommended. Compare and contrast the dental procedures used in general dentistry with those used in pedodontic dentistry. List the communication and behavioral management techniques used in the dental specialties. Prerequisite: DA 119B and DA 123B and DA 128B each with a grade of C or higher Corequisite: DA 126B
	DA 299B - Independent Study Credits: 1-5 Description Selected topics of interest to dental assisting students. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate periapical, bitewing and panoramic x-rays for optimum diagnostic qualities. Describe current materials and techniques used in chairside assisting. List protective procedures used in a dental clinic to provide the patient and the employees with a safe environment. Prerequisite: None
Dental Hygiene
	DH 100 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene Credits: 1 Description Introduction to dental hygiene as a profession; roles and responsibilities, licensing and regulations. Emphasis on professional writing requirements, cultural awareness, and future directions in the field. Field observation required. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze dental hygiene as a health profession career. Determine duties and responsibilities of a dental hygienist. Conduct internet searches to explore various topics within the dental professions. Recognize general education and specific entrance requirements of a dental hygiene degree program. Assess the role of professional associations within the dental hygiene profession. Demonstrate professional writing requirements using APA format and style. Contrast the various career opportunities available for the dental hygienist. Differentiate between cultural sensitivity, cultural awareness and cultural competency. Research the various advanced education opportunities for the dental hygienist. List the various requirements to obtain and maintain a license as a practicing dental hygienist. Prerequisite: ENG 100 or ENG 101 or ENG 113 with a C or better; and either ENG 102 or ENG 114 with a C or better
	DH 102 - Oral Biology Credits: 3 Description Histology and embryology of oral structural formation. Clinical recognition of normal oral structures, study of physiological and structural functions of the teeth, head and neck, and supporting tissues. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate the complex relationships related to health and disease in the oral cavity. Integrate concepts of the anatomy, microbiology, histology, occlusion and morphology to pathology encountered in clinical patient assessment. Analyze the major events in prenatal development including developmental disturbances related to the face, neck, and oral structures. Analyze the events of tooth development and eruption, and developmental disturbances of these and surrounding structures. Integrate knowledge of the cell and tissues into the histology of the orofacial tissues and their associated pathologies. Explain the development and histological features of the components of the periodontium. Assess the histology of the periodontium and associated pathologies. Explain embryological development of the structures of the head and neck and their related pathologies. Integrate concepts of tooth histology, tooth eruption, and the dentitions, with clinical considerations related to treatment of patients. Explain disorders of the temporomandibular joint, classification of occlusion, malocclusion, and associated habits, traumas, and considerations. Evaluate anatomical considerations related to dental local anesthesia. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program; and BIOL 223 and BIOL 224 both with a grade of C or higher
	DH 104 - Dental Hygiene I Credits: 3 Description Introduction to dental hygiene practice. Use and care of instruments, medical and dental histories, emergencies, infection control, appointment procedures and clinical operations. Student Learning Outcomes Determine the methods of how disease spreads and infection control procedures and protocols to prevent it in the dental setting Assess proper ergonomics and breakdown the signs and symptoms of ergonomic strain from improper positioning of the clinician, patient, and unit Evaluate a health history including vital signs to assess a patient’s health status prior to treatment and the procedures to be followed during an emergency in the dental setting Explain the extraoral and intraoral structures typically assessed during an examination with normal or abnormal deviations noted. Describe the components of the periodontium and their function and clinical significance to dental hygiene instrumentation and the progression of health to disease. Illustrate periodontal probe readings and various dental restorations, conditions and appliances for dental charting. Illustrate the characteristics, progression and classification system of the carious lesion. Explain the basic instrument designs, fundamentals and principles of instrumentation techniques and skills for the mirror, probe, explorer, universal curets and sickles in relationship to health through disease. Explain the fundamentals of dental treatment planning and relate the role that dental services play in the overall treatment schedule of dental needs. Assess the principles of dental polishing, the devices used in polishing procedures, the accepted technique and the various agents available. Correlate preventative, educational, and therapeutic care in dental hygiene services. Demonstrate research skills through patient case-write up. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 105 - Introduction to Clinical Practice Credits: 2 Description Clinical application of diagnostic, preventive and therapeutic procedures utilized in patient care by a dental hygienist. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate professional appearance, conduct, and responsibility while respecting HIIPA and FERPA. Operate and maintain the dental unit without assistance. Demonstrates the basic fundamentals for instrumentation skill, techniques and maintainence with the mirror, probe, explorer, universal curets, and sickle scalers. Evaluate proper infection control protocols at all times and the implications when infection control protocols are not utilized. Develop proper positioning of ergonomics for patient, clinician, unit and light. Process a medical history, including vital signs, and ASA that will determine the needs of the patient to be addressed before dental hygiene care can be performed. Demonstrate the ability to communicate well with others through the use of clear verbal and written skills. Conduct a thorough extraoral and intraoral inspection to include documentation of normal, deviation from normal and pathologic conditions. Demonstrate Oral Hygiene Education including oral disease theories, risk assessment, and techniques: biofilm theory, periodontal disease theory, caries risk assessment, brushing, flossing and necessary adjuncts. Begins to integrate preventative, educational, and therapeutic care in treating patients Select appropriate polishing compounds and fluorides and correctly applies them to teeth. Assess and respond appropriately to any dental or medical emergency. Maintain accurate clinical records. Demonstrate compliance with clinic policies and procedures. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 107 - Legal and Ethical Implications in Dental Hygiene Credits: 2 Description Introduction to professional, legal, and ethical concepts in Dental Hygiene. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze ethical problems using critical thinking and problem solving strategies Compare the history and origins of the dental hygiene profession to current professional standards Justify the point of view of others on ethical issues Defend the ethical principles, professional responsibilities, and legal duties relevant to dental hygiene Distinguish between ethical and legal issues. Determine the ethical standard and legal perspectives that, if implemented, would prevent malpractice and minimize professional liability. Justify the legal obligations for the dentist and dental hygienist regarding the duty of care owed to the client. Use public speaking, listening and perceiving skills to defend a specific course of action in a scenario that contains an ethical dilemma Use moral reasoning, argument, and judgment to defend a specific course of action in a scenario that contains an ethical dilemma. Select courses of action providing the least damaging consequences and greatest threat to the welfare of the client, dentist, profession and hygienist given situations of ethical difficulty related to dental hygiene practice. Explain current issues in dental hygiene. Compose a research paper utilizing the scientific method, including theory development, qualitative analysis, and use ethical legal behavior in the construction process. Explain the purpose, key concepts, basic beliefs, fundamentals principles, core values, and professional responsibilities of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association Code of Ethics Explain current issues in dental hygiene Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 110 - Concepts of Oral Health Credits: 2 Description Basic concepts of oral health care, adjunctive aids and foundation of preventive strategies. Introduction to product evaluation, disease process, needs assessment, behavior modification, learning principles, deposits, stains and fluoride. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze preventive dentistry. Examine the rationale for preventive dentistry. Interpret the dental hygienist’s role in preventive dentistry. Analyze the process of dental disease. Analyze the characteristics and significance of extrinsic and intrinsic stain. Summarize the theories of dental fluoridation including history, benefits, metabolism, toxicity, safety, polities, and products. Analyze the role of the dental hygienist in facilitation of behavior modification as it relates to dental health education. Analyze the components in dentifrices and mouthrinses and their role related to dental health. Demonstrate oral hygiene aids required to control plaque in general and special needs populations. Conduct an oral health session with a client. Evaluate products used in oral health. Recognize the factors in human motivation using interrelationships between a patient’s values, needs, and knowledge. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 112 - Oral Radiology Credits: 3 Description A study of the theory of radiology, the techniques of film exposure, processing, mounting and interpretation. Radiation dosage and hazards as well as protection mechanisms for patient and operator are stressed. Student Learning Outcomes Explain the purpose and necessity of dental radiographic imaging. Recognize the legal aspects of dental radiography with respect to liability and ownership of radiographs. Use correct radiographic terminology. Apply the principles of x-ray production to prepare dental radiographic images of high quality utilizing the bisecting angle and right angle techniques. Apply the principles of x-ray production to prepare dental radiographic images of high quality utilizing digital, manual and automatic processing procedures. Differentiate radiographic anatomical structures in the analysis and interpretation of radiographic images. Apply knowledge of anatomical landmarks to mount films in proper arrangement utilizing lingual and labial mounting methods. Apply the principles of radiation protection to maintain optimal health and safety of the patient and operator during x-radiation exposure. Distinguish the factors which affect the diagnostic usefulness and quality of finished radiographs. Analyze and correct errors in exposure and processing which occur on dental radiographic images. Assess the correct maintenance and care of the automatic processor and chemical safety. Assess the correct care and disinfection of x-ray equipment. Differentiate diseases of the teeth and supporting structures as revealed by dental radiographic images. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of the bisecting and right angle techniques. Apply the fundamentals of photography to prepare intra-oral and extra-oral photographs. Compare and contrast knowledge of extra-oral, pedodontic, and edentulous survey techniques. Analyze principles of panoramic dental radiography. Consider patient management techniques. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 115 - Clinical Practice I Credits: 3 Description Practice in performing oral prophylaxis, sterilization, patient management, patient education, fluoride use, charting, inspection of teeth, patient scheduling and recare systems. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate problem solving skills and professional behavior. Develop a personal philosophy of dental hygiene practice. Demonstrate cultural competence while providing dental hygiene care. Evaluate instructor guidance, peer review, and remediation as a learning experience that contributes to professional knowledge and growth. Exercise teamwork between the student provider, patient’s dentist and physician to provide safe, effective and efficient dental hygiene care. Develop a dental hygiene diagnosis that can be addressed by dental hygiene intervention services or strategies. Provide dental hygiene preventive services through the dental hygiene process of care: assessment of patient needs, formation of a dental hygiene diagnosis, planning for the prevention and treatment of oral disease, implementation of various dental hygiene services and evaluation of both the patient and practitioner efforts and oral health outcomes. Demonstrate research skills through case review and the patient case write-up Assess self-reflections for dental hygiene growth professionally and personally to set new goals for achievement. Prerequisite: DH 104 and DH 105
	DH 116B - Supervised Clinical Practice Credits: 1 Description This course is designed to provide continuity of clinical practice. The student will continue to improve clinical skills. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate problem solving skills and professional behavior. Develop a person philosophy of dental hygiene practice. Accept instructor guidance and peer review as a learning experience that contribute to professional knowledge and growth. Experience teamwork between the student provider, supervising faculty, patient’s dentist and physician to provide safe, effective, and efficient dental hygiene care. Provide dental hygiene preventive services; hard and soft deposit removal, application of anti-cariogenic agents, and oral health education, for patients with varying needs. Prerequisite: None May Be Repeated: for a maximum of five credits
	DH 117 - Periodontics I Credits: 2 Description Concepts and practice of advanced instrumentation, instrument sharpening, periodontal debridement, power scaling, chemotherapeutics and desensitizing agents, air-jet, sealant placement, soft tissue curettage, dental implants and lasers. Student Learning Outcomes Perform advanced instrumentation skills using area-specific curets and files. Sharpen area-specific and universal curets, sickles, and files.. Apply accepted methods of choosing and applying desensitization products. Apply pit and fissure sealants using the latest application techniques. Apply appropriate subgingival irrigation products and apply those products using accepted techniques. Apply appropriate methods, procedures, and armamentarium for occlusal evaluation. Perform periodontal debridement procedures without causing trauma to hard or soft dental tissues. Describe root anatomical features commonly encountered during periodontal debridement. Perform soft tissue curettage. Describe various types of dental implants and the role dental hygienists play in the maintenance of implants. Apply accepted theory, methods, and armamentarium for ultrasonic scaling procedures. Apply accepted theory, armamentarium, and methods for air jet polishing. Demonstrate manual scaling techniques using files. Analyze the role of dental lasers in dentistry Prerequisite: DH 104 and Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 119 - General and Oral Pathology for Dental Hygienists Credits: 2 Description The fundamentals of microscopic and gross pathology disease, repair, healing and regression. Special emphasis: diseases, developmental disturbances, infection, lesions, and injuries to the oral cavity. Student Learning Outcomes Communicate and relate the causes and mechanism of disease to the activities of a practicing dental hygienist. Relate the study of pathology to the reaction of cellular activity and its environment. Describe the reaction of the cellular injury as it relates to healing, repair and regeneration. Describe the etiology, contributing factors and clinical aspects of pathological findings including the intrinsic factors, extrinsic factors and developmental disturbances. Describe the nature of disease including manifestations of disease, classification of disease and the predisposing factors of disease. Describe the etiology, contributing factors and clinical aspects and methods of control of dental caries. Recognize and describe regressive alterations of teeth. Recognize and describe disease of the pulpal tissue. Recognize and describe development disturbances and growth of the oral cavity and its related structures. Recognize and describe selected benign and malignant tumors of the oral cavity and its related structures. Recognize and describe tumors and cysts of odontogenic origin. Describe their relationship to the health care team in recognition, diagnosis and treatment of pathologic conditions associated with the oral structures. Prerequisite: None
	DH 122 - Nutritional Aspects in Dentistry Credits: 2 Description Introduction to principles of basic biochemistry and the relationship of nutrition to oral health. Application of nutritional education to dental hygiene practice: provide nutritional assessment. Student Learning Outcomes Discriminate biochemical processes of the human organism in terms of: (a) the classification, (b) the structure, and (c) the general chemical behavior of organic compounds. Explain the physiology and biochemistry of nutrition: digestion, absorption and metabolism. Explain the energy expenditure/food intake equation and results of imbalances thereof. Evaluate valid sources of nutrition information. Recognize macronutrients and micronutrients. Explain the use of these tools for determining an adequate diet: Recommended Daily Allowances, Food Pyramid, Dietary Guidelines for Americans (USDA), Dietary Goals for the U.S., (US Senate Select Committee), Tables of Nutritive Values of Food. Differentiate the changing nutritional needs of individuals in various stages of the life cycles: infancy, pregnancy, lactation and elderly. Analyze the relationship between diet and nutrition in oral health and various diseases. Validate consumer concerns and misconceptions regarding: (a) food-borne diseases, (b) environmental contaminants, and (c) food additives. Evaluate the nutritional status of patients by use of a computer software program. Demonstrate the implementation of effective nutritional counseling in the dental patient to reduce the risk of oral and/or systemic disease. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 202 - Pharmacology Credits: 2 Description A study of drugs by groups with special emphasis on those used in dentistry including their physical and chemical properties, dosage and therapeutic effects. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze the common pharmaceutical preparations. Calculate the mathematics of dosage for common therapeutic agents. Compare and contrast important drug legislation and standards relating to pharmaceutical preparations. Correlate basic groupings of pharmacologic agents related to their action or side effects. Evaluate methods of administering medications. Explain therapeutic effects of the basic groups of medications. Explain side effects of the basic groups of medications. Discriminate medications that affect specific organ systems. Justify medications for possible side effects and contraindications for treatment of patients. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 203 - Special Patients Credits: 2 Description Considerations in the treatment of patients with specific physical and mental challenges with a special emphasis on the management of the geriatric patient. Student Learning Outcomes Modify dental hygiene care for patients with special needs based upon their unique circumstances in the areas of: (a) appointment planning, (b) environmental considerations - such as equipment positioning and patient positioning, (c) individualized home care plans and (d) monitoring safety precautions during clinical treatment. Develop competence in the clinical management of patients challenged with physical and mental disabilities (i.e. blindness, hearing impaired, medically compromised, geriatric, challenging pediatric patients, and patients with debilitating diseases). Outline commonly occurring disabilities which require special attention or modification during dental hygiene treatment. Explain the etiology and risk factors for disabilities and disease. Evaluate patient signs and symptoms which could signal the onset of a medical emergency. Assess barriers that limit access to health care services: (a) communication, (b) emotional consideration, (c) physical considerations, and (d) financial considerations. Prerequisite: None
	DH 208 - Community Dental Health I Credits: 2 Description Functions of health care agencies, literature, epidemiology of dental diseases, community preventive measures, program planning, the geriatric population and dental health educational methods. Student Learning Outcomes Identify the principles of public health and dental public and community health. Explain the goals and functions of federal, state, local and voluntary health care agencies and programs. Assess cultural, demographic and socioeconomic factors which influence dental health need and demand. Explain the epidemiology of oral diseases and methods for prevention and control. Integrate dental indices, tests, inventories, interviews or other data gathering methods to assess the oral health status and dental needs of a defined population. Explain and use methods of biostatistical analysis to assess the oral health status and dental needs of a defined population. Develop a critical approach for analyzing and evaluating scientific literature. Incorporate current educational and psychological concepts, learning theories, methods and strategies into dental health education. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 209 - Pain and Anxiety Control Credits: 3 Description Administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia. Pharmacological agents, physical and emotional evaluation of patients, anatomy and neurophysiology. Management of related medical emergencies. Student Learning Outcomes Recognize the need for pain control. Understand the limitations of local anesthesia. Review and evaluate the patient medical history. Take and record vital signs, recognizing safe parameters. Treat patients without causing pain or discomfort. Determine the safe minimum dose and type of anesthetic needed. Evaluate the possible interactions of local anesthesia with other medications. Recognize medical emergencies and respond in a proper manner for the safe and well being of the patient. Evaluate their own performance in accordance with accepted methods of pain control. Describe the development of analgesia. Define and differentiate the indications and contra-indications for inhalation analgesia. Define the relationship of the dental hygienist to the dentist in terms of patient evaluation and indication for use of nitrous oxide/oxygen. Describe the related aspects of nitrous oxide/oxygen to respiratory physiology. List and define the gas laws related to the administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen. Describe the utilization of the fail-safe type of machines. List the components of nitrous oxide/oxygen delivery and scavenger systems. Demonstrate proficiency in the use and maintenance of nitrous oxide/oxygen delivery equipment. Prerequisite: None
	DH 210 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II Credits: 4 Description Clinical application of diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic procedures utilized in patient care by a dental hygienist. Student Learning Outcomes Use problem solving skills, critical thinking skills, instructor guidance and peer review as a learning experience that contributes to professional knowledge and growth. Use professional behavior, conduct, responsibility, and cultural sensitivity in all situations. Support teamwork between the student provider, supervising faculty, patient’s dentist and physician to provide safe, effective, and efficient dental hygiene care. Justify the need for dental radiographs, expose and interpret such radiographs with the assistance of the faculty. Judge patient’s need for pain control in clinical situations and administer local anesthesia consistent with the principles and techniques developed in the Dental Hygiene program. Provide dental hygiene preventive services with removal of hard and soft deposits, application of anti-cariogenic agents, and oral health education for patients with varying needs. Synthesize data gathered during patient assessment to develop a comprehensive dental hygiene care plan. Create a dental hygiene care plan using data gathered during patient assessment services such as salivary pH and PHP scores, nutrition, intraoral and extraoral exams, dental charting, periodontal assessment and charting, assessment of hard and soft deposits, caries and periodontal risk assessments, and a one-day dietary recall. Interpret each patient’s medical history and vital signs in a manner that will determine the specific needs of the patient. Appraise the effects tobacco use has on the oral cavity and general health. Prerequisite: DH 115
	DH 211 - Dental Materials and Techniques for Dental Hygienists Credits: 2 Description Study of dental materials including physical and chemical properties, manipulation, utilization, and application in dental and dental hygiene procedures. Student Learning Outcomes Identify the various dental materials and give examples of the proper utilization of each material. Demonstrate understanding of the proper manipulation of alginate, elastomeric materials, and gypsum products. List the ideal properties of various materials. Demonstrate appropriate procedures of taking alginate impressions and constructing dental diagnostic models. Recognize the various dental restorative materials during examination or prophylaxis. Demonstrate amalgam manipulation, margination, and polishing. List the procedures for making mouth guards. Identify proper rubber dam placement. Demonstrate proper utilization of electronic pulp testing equipment. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of laboratory safety. Demonstrate knowledge and skill of dental materials science in providing patient care. Manipulate any dental material appropriate to the discipline of dental hygiene. Evaluate the condition of various dental materials during examination and/or prophylaxis. Prerequisite: None
	DH 212 - Periodontic Principles II Credits: 2 Description Fundamental principles of periodontics, etiology, histo-pathology, classification of gingival and periodontal diseases, prevention and non-surgical treatment. Student Learning Outcomes Define periodontal disease. Differentiate and classify gingival and periodontal diseases according to American Association of Periodontics (AAP). Define and utilize appropriate periodontal terms. Describe the current epidemiology of periodontal disease. List and understand the etiological factors of periodontal disease: microbial, occlusal, systemic, and local. Describe and identify the issues of the periodontium clinically, diagrammatically, and histologically both in health and in disease. Explain the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. Demonstrate an understanding of clinical and radiographic evaluation and interpretation of periodontal diseases. Explain the role the dental hygienist plays in the maintenance phase of periodontal therapy. Discuss the concept of the periodontal referral in dentistry. Describe diagnosis and prognostic concepts in periodontal disease. Discuss the role host/parasite interaction and immunology plays in periodontal disease. Describe essential components in a periodontal disease preventive program. List, describe, and discuss non-surgical therapeutic techniques, their rationale, and prognosis used in treating periodontal patients. Describe the clinical and histologically aspects of periodontal wound healing. Delineate between the different types of sutures typically used during periodontal therapy. Using simulation models, remove periodontal sutures using an atraumatic technique. (Laboratory competency) On a partner, place and remove a periodontal dressing (Laboratory competency). Prerequisite: None
	DH 216 - Principles of Dental Practice Credits: 1 Description Concepts of dental office management, productivity, marketing, interviewing and responsibilities of professionals. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze concepts of dental practice management. Formulate career goals to secure practice or other dental hygiene positions and direct personal career development. Develop an employment portfolio that includes a well-organized dental hygiene mission statement, resume, and cover letter. Demonstrate team learning concepts necessary to function effectively in the dental workplace. Demonstrate knowledge of basic dental procedures necessary to function as a knowledgeable dental health team member. Analyze the fundamentals of dental third party payment plans and managed care. Examine the role of the dental hygienist as a productive member of dental and other health care teams. Examine basic computer software and applications in dental hygiene. Explain various concepts of ethics and jurisprudence related to private practice situations and marketing. Formulate interviewing skills and personal presentation. Analyze techniques to increase office production. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Dental Hygiene Program
	DH 217 - Periodontics III Credits: 1 Description Advanced study of periodontology with special emphasis on new surgical modalities and equipment. Orientation to all aspects of periodontal practice. Student Learning Outcomes Identify current antibiotics and their role in the treatment of periodontal disease. Describe the technique for delivery of controlled-released antibiotics. Understand the rationale and describe the various periodontal surgeries. Recognize periodontal plastic surgery procedures. Define periodontal regeneration. Define guided tissue regeneration and describe the surgical procedure. Understand the concept of periodontal maintenance. Define the role of the RDH in a periodontal maintenance. Prerequisite: None
	DH 219 - Community Dental Health Field Experience Credits: 1 Description Prepares student to function as an effective oral health educator, practitioner, and resource person in public health settings. Student Learning Outcomes Develop and apply group skills and strategies to modify the oral health behavior of individuals and groups. Analyze the relationship of the consumer, the health care workforce, and the financing organization in health care delivery systems. Apply selected social, educational and behavioral science theories to dentistry, the public, and its oral health status. Analyze the role of organized dental hygiene and dentistry in shaping the trends affecting the oral health care delivery system. Identify and apply methods of biostatistical analysis to interpret the effectiveness of health care programs. Assess the dental hygienists’ role in dental health programs for public schools, underserved populations, community clinics, industrial sites, penal institutions, long and short term health care facilities. Develop an increased sensitivity and awareness for people, their environment and the factors which influence their health decisions. Apply clinical skills to various populations in community settings. Prerequisite: DH 208
	DH 220 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III Credits: 4 Description A continuation of Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Student Learning Outcomes Use professional and ethical behavior, conduct, responsibility and cultural sensitivity while accepting instructor guidance that contributes professional knowledge and growth. Support teamwork between the student provider, supervising faculty, patient’s dentist and physician to provide safe, effective, and efficient dental hygiene care in clinical and community rotations. Justify the need for dental radiographs to expose and interpret such radiographs, with the assistance of the faculty. Assess the patient’s need for pain control in clinical situations and administer nitrous oxide and/or local anesthesia in a manner consistent with the principles and techniques developed in the Dental Hygiene program. Provide dental hygiene preventive and therapeutic services, (hard and soft deposit removal, applications of anticariogenic agents and antimicrobial agents, and oral health education) along with supplemental services (amalgam polishing, composite polishing, occlusal evaluation, pit and fissure sealants, ultrasonic scaling, root debridement, soft tissue curettage, subgingival irrigation, root desensitizing, and cleaning prosthetic appliances) as needed for patients. Manage medical emergencies using professional judgment, providing life support including CPR and any specialized training or knowledge. Appraise tobacco use prevention and cessation modalities appropriate for implementation by dental health care professionals. Analyze each patient’s medical history and vital signs in a manner that will determine the specific needs of the patient. Synthesize data gathered during patient assessment to create a comprehensive dental hygiene care plan. Prerequisite: DH 210
	DH 296 - Board Review Credits: 1 Description Covers a review of topics in preparation for the Dental Hygiene National Board Examination. Student Learning Outcomes Discuss and describe all topics in the dental hygiene and pre-requisite dental hygiene curriculum presented in an online testing format. Construct patient cases to demonstrate assimilation of all dental hygiene subject areas. Describe, analyze, and interpret all pertinent issues and aspects of dental hygiene cases presented. Prerequisite: None
	DH 297B - Pain Management for the Dental Professional Credits: 3 Description Administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide analgesia. Pharmacologics, patient evaluation, anatomy and neurophysiology, management of medical emergencies. Student Learning Outcomes Recognize the need for pain control. Understand the limitations of local anesthesia. Review and evaluate the patient medical history. Take and record vital signs, recognizing safe parameters. Apply pain management techniques to minimize or reduce discomfort. Determine the safe minimum and maximum dose and type of anesthetic needed. Evaluate the possible interactions of local anesthesia with other medications. Recognize medical emergencies and respond in a proper manner for the safety and well-being of the patient. Evaluate his/her performance in accordance with accepted methods of pain control. Show clinical competency in the administration of various local anesthesia injections and methods course activity. Prerequisite: Program Director approval
	DH 298B - Dental Hygiene Career Skills Credits: 2 Description Review of essential dental hygiene skills for clinical examination preparation or re-entry into the dental hygiene profession. Student Learning Outcomes Describe and apply concepts of current dental hygiene theory. Describe and apply concepts of current radiation safety and technique. Describe and apply concepts of current infection control standards. Describe and apply concepts of oral disease and periodontal theory. Apply and demonstrate dental hygiene clinical skills to current standard competency. Prerequisite: Program Director approval Graded: Pass/Fail
	DH 299B - Independent Study Credits: 1-5 Description Covers selected topics of interest to dental hygiene students including review for Dental Hygiene National Board Examination. Student Learning Outcomes Explain the format of the Dental Hygiene National Board Exam. Explain the case-based format for test taking. Summarize the various components of the Dental Hygiene National Board including scientific basis for dental hygiene, provisions of clinical dental hygiene, and community health activities. List test taking strategies. Explain ways to eliminate or lessen test anxiety. Prerequisite: Instructor and Department Chair approval
	DH 303 - Prevention and Management of Medical Emergencies Credits: 2 Description Provides a foundation for critical decision making in the management of medically compromised patients during oral health care. Emphasis on precautions and treatment alterations for patients with medical complications and protocols managing a medical emergency. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate the signs of a medical emergency and follow the protocols for patient management Formulate a dental hygiene care plan to accommodate the special patient in the clinical setting to prevent medical complications Differentiate standard of care responses to: unconsciousness, respiratory distress, altered consciousness, seizures, drug-related emergencies, chest pain, and cardiac arrest Appraise the medicolegal implications of medical emergencies Determine activities and equipment needed to prepare for dental office emergencies Evaluate the management of common dental emergencies: anesthetic overdose, broken instrument, foreign body in the eye, airway obstruction, avulsed tooth, dislocated jaw, oral lacerations, and burns Prerequisite: Admission to the B.S. Dental Hygiene program
	DH 304 - Dental Hygiene Theory I Credits: 3 Description Introduction to dental hygiene practice. Use and care of instruments, medical and dental histories, emergencies, infection control, appointment procedures and clinical operations. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate infection control procedures and protocols of disease transmission to prevent or control the spread of disease in the dental setting. Assess proper ergonomics to break down the signs and symptoms of ergonomic strain from improper positioning of the clinician, patient, and equipment. Evaluate a health history including vital signs to assess patients’ health status prior to treatment and the procedures to be followed during an emergency in the dental setting. Assess the extraoral and intraoral patient structures examined for normal or abnormal deviations and pathological conditions. Select dental hygiene instruments based on the components and function of the periodontium in the progression of health to disease. Present the characteristics, progression, and classification system of caries. Explain basic instrument design, principles of instrumentation techniques, and skills in relationship to health through disease. Explain the fundamentals of dental care planning including sequencing of services to meet the patient’s oral health needs. Justify the concept of dental polishing and devices used in polishing procedures, accepted techniques, and choice of polishing agents. Correlate preventive education and therapeutic care rendered at dental hygiene services to impact patient oral behavior. Demonstrate information literacy and research skills. Use concepts of practitioner cultural sensitivity with diverse populations. Prerequisite: Admission to the B.S. Dental Hygiene program Corequisite: DH 305

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CUL 255B - Retail Bakery Management

CUL 260 - Introduction to Chocolate

CUL 265 - Introduction to Sugar Arts

CUL 270 - Ice Carving

CUL 275 - Advanced Cake Design

CUL 280B - Principles of Quantity Baking

CUL 285B - Advanced Chocolate

CUL 290 - Culinary Competition

CUL 295 - Work Experience in Culinary Arts

CSEC 101B - Incident Handling & Response

CSEC 104B - Security Essentials

CSEC 105B - Introduction to Technical Ethics

CSEC 125B - Policy, Legal, & Compliance

CSEC 131B - Operations & Physical Security

CSEC 225B - Governance & Risk Management

CSEC 226B - Compliance

CSEC 231B - Access Control

CSEC 241B - Cryptography

CSEC 245B - Device Hardening

CSEC 271B - Security Programming & Scripts

CSEC 281B - Ethical Hacking

CSEC 285B - Evaluate Emerging Technologies

CSEC 286B - Network Analytics

CSEC 287B - Security Analysis

CSEC 289B - Malware Analysis

CSEC 290B - Security Capstone

DAN 101 - Dance Appreciation

DAN 108 - Pilates I

DAN 115 - Middle Eastern Dance I

DAN 119 - Swing Dance

DAN 125 - Ballroom Dance (Beginning)

DAN 126 - Ballroom Dance (Beginning/Intermediate)

DAN 128 - Latin Dance

DAN 132 - Jazz Dance (Beginning)

DAN 133 - Jazz Dance (Beginning/Intermediate)

DAN 135 - Ballet (Beginning)

DAN 136 - Ballet (Beginning/Intermediate)

DAN 138 - Modern Dance (Beginning)

DAN 139 - Modern Dance (Beginning/Intermediate)

DAN 144 - Tap Dance (Beginning)

DAN 145 - Tap Dance (Beginning/Intermediate)

DAN 160B - Hip Hop Dance

DAN 175 - Yoga for Dancers

DAN 188 - Dance Improvisation

DAN 215 - Middle Eastern Dance II

DAN 225 - Ballroom Dance (Intermediate)

DAN 232 - Jazz Dance (Intermediate)

DAN 235 - Ballet (Intermediate)

DAN 236 - Ballet (Intermediate/Advanced)

DAN 238 - Modern Dance (Intermediate)

DAN 239 - Modern Dance (Intermediate/Advanced)

DAN 244 - Tap Dance (Intermediate)

DAN 245 - Repertory Tap Dance

DAN 281 - Dance Performance

DAN 284 - Dance Project

DAN 287 - Concert Dance Company

DAN 288 - Choreography

DA 105B - Interprofessional and Community Service Learning

DA 106B - Radiation Protection for Dental Auxiliaries

DA 107B - Intraoral Radiographic Technique

DA 108B - Introduction to Dental Assisting

DA 115B - Dental Health Education

DA 118B - Dental Materials for Dental Assistants

DA 119B - Dental Chairside Procedures

DA 120B - Introduction to Dental Insurance

DA 123B - Practice Management and Procedures

DA 124B - Integrated Science for Dental Assistants

DA 126B - Clinical Externship

DA 128B - Dental Radiology

DA 136B - Dental Specialties

DA 299B - Independent Study

DH 100 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene

DH 102 - Oral Biology

DH 104 - Dental Hygiene I

DH 105 - Introduction to Clinical Practice

DH 107 - Legal and Ethical Implications in Dental Hygiene

DH 110 - Concepts of Oral Health

DH 112 - Oral Radiology

DH 115 - Clinical Practice I