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Courses

 

Engineering
  

  • ENGR 2010 - Introduction to Circuits & Electronics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course provides a basic analysis of passive and electronic circuits. It includes Kirchoff’s laws and circuit analysis theorem applied to steady state DC resistive circuits, RLC circuits as well as an analysis of transient and sinusoidal steady-state circuits. Steady-state power calculations for sinusoidal single-phase circuits will also be included.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGR 2020 - Engineering Statics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   and   
    This basic engineering statics course includes the action of forces on engineering structures and machines. It will include the study of force systems, static equilibrium of frames and machines, as well as friction, center of gravity, moment of inertia, and vector algebra.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

English
  

  • ENGL 0960 - Reading & Writing Essentials I

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): Appropriate test score
    Allows students to develop and improve basic grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure skills while introducing the writing process. Develops and improves reading comprehension skills, reading strategies, vocabulary, and reading flexibility at an intermediate level. These credits will not apply toward a diploma or degree.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 0970 - Reading & Writing Essentials II

    4 credit(s)
    Allows students to expand upon grammar, usage, and sentence structure skills while employing the writing process effectively. Develops and improves reading comprehension skills, reading strategies, vocabulary, and reading flexibility at an advanced level. These credits will not apply toward a diploma or degree.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 1000 - Applied Writing

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   or appropriate test score
    Emphasizes the relationship between strong writing skills and college/career success. Intended for AAS students.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 1010 - English Composition I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   or appropriate test score
    English Composition offers instructional practice in the techniques of effective writing. The process of planning, writing, revising, and editing essays for particular audiences and purposes and research-related skills are also emphasized.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 1020 - English Composition II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Students will read and analyze various tests and respond with research-based argumentative essays to demonstrate information literacy, critical-reading, and source integration. A Significant research project is required. 
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 1040 - Efficient Reading

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): ENGL 0970 - Reading & Writing Essentials II  or appropriate test score 
    Introduces efficient reading procedures to increase reading speed, comprehension, and vocabulary. 
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 1500 - Introduction to Creative Writing

    3 credit(s)
    An introduction to the arts of writing fiction, poetry, short drama, and creative non-fiction. Follows a workshop format based on individual and group critique of student writing. Emphasizes discussion of principles and techniques of the craft, and critical reading of literary samples of many genres of creative writing.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 2100 - Introduction to Literature

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   or   
    This course introduces students to the major genres and conventions associated with literature. It includes fiction, poetry, and drama. By employing critical reading/thinking skills and analytical and creative writing skills, students will understand literature more fully. The course exposes students to a range of authors representing a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENGL 2150 - Introduction to Women’s Literature

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces various writing forms written in English by women of diverse cultural, political, historical, and economic backgrounds from the 19th century to the present. Explores the literary images of women in cultural and historical contexts.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  

  • ENGL 2370 - Non-Western Literature

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   or   
    Considers contemporary literary works from a variety of non-Western countries and/or cultures written from a native perspective. Focuses on literature of translation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Entrepreneurship
  

  • ENTR 1050 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship

    3 credit(s)
    The student will evaluate the business skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate an entrepreneurial venture and review the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. The student will understand the role of entrepreneurial businesses in the United States and the impact on our national and global economy.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENTR 2030 - Entrepreneurship Micro Business

    1 credit(s)
    The student will evaluate the business skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate an entrepreneurial venture. The student will become knowledgeable of the Internal Revenue Services and other services needed to operate a micro enterprise business.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENTR 2040 - Entrepreneurship Feasibility Study

    3 credit(s)
    Students will assess the viability of a new venture business idea to determine if the concept is feasible for business startup and long-term growth based on strengths and skills, personal, professional and financial goals. The student will identify and analyze through basic research the present climate for their business idea by completing an industry, target market and competitive analysis. The student will assess the financial needs for startup as well as their own skills, strengths and talents to launch a successful business idea.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENTR 2050 - Marketing for the Entrepreneur

    3 credit(s)
    Students will gain insights essential for marketing their entrepreneurship venture utilizing innovative and financially responsible marketing strategies. Students will develop an understanding of traditional and nontraditional entrepreneurial marketing strategies. Students will also prepare marketing strategies with associated tactics to launch and sustain an entrepreneurial venture. Note: Completion of ENTR 1050 & ENTR 2040 is encouraged.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENTR 2060 - Entrepreneurship Legal Issues

    3 credit(s)
    The student will explore state and local legal issues related to business entities including sole proprietorship, general partnerships, limited partnerships and corporations. Students will review contract law, articles of incorporations and the filing process, employment law, personnel policies and procedures, the hiring process, job descriptions, disciplinary actions, and business insurance.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENTR 2070 - Entrepreneurship Financial Topics

    3 credit(s)
    This is a comprehensive course covering federal and state situations for businesses. Tax topics will include insurance, employee benefits, retirement planning, budgeting, interpretation of financial statements and learning to work with an accounting professional.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENTR 2090 - Entrepreneurship Business Plan

    3 credit(s)
    Note: Prior completion of ENTR 1050, 2040, 2050, 2060, 2070 are encouraged. Students will evaluate a business concept, write a sound business plan, and assess the strengths and weaknesses of a business concept: collect, analyze and organize market research data into a marketing plan; and prepare financial projections for their business concept. Students will identify and evaluate various resources available for funding small business.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Environmental Health & Safety
  

  • ENHS 1010 - General Industry Regulations & Standards

    3 credit(s)
    This class pertains to OSHA’s Code of Federal Regulations 29 (CFR) part 1910, General Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards. This course includes an introduction to OSHA as well as OSHA inspection information and rights and responsibilities under OSHA act. This course will also cover the requirements for pertinent sections of the regulation, and written programs required to be developed by employers to meet these requirements in the workplace.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 1020 - Construction Regulations & Standards

    3 credit(s)
    This class pertains to OSHA’s Code of Federal Regulations 29 (CFR) part 1926, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry. This course includes an introduction to OSHA as well as OSHA inspection information and rights and responsibilities under the OSHA act. This course will also cover the requirements for pertinent sections of the regulation, and written programs required to be developed by employers to meet these requirements in the workplace.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 1030 - Hazardous Mat Handling & Emergency Resp

    3 credit(s)
    This course will focus on the examination of issues concerning the use of hazardous materials in the construction and industrial environments. Information on the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements related to the handling and management of hazardous materials. Chemical and physical properties as well as issues related to the transportation of these materials will be covered.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 1040 - Environmental Regulations I

    3 credit(s)
    This course is geared to the new environmental professional and designed to introduce environmental regulatory requirements. Participants will receive practical and hands on examples of real world regulatory activities. This course pertains to the environmental regulations applicable to general industry related to air emissions, waste disposal, water management, spill management, and associated reporting requirements. Practical and hands-on examples of real world regulatory activities will be provided.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 1050 - Emergency Preparedness & Planning

    3 credit(s)
    This course studies the emergencies which create a variety of hazards for workers. The various causes of emergencies: natural disasters, severe weather, specific hazards (chemical & biological, diseases, radiation) are discussed. Preparation and practice for emergencies and the role of planning including the necessary equipment needed, evacuation procedures and safety during emergencies are addressed.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 2040 - Environmental Regulations II

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides a comprehensive look at regulatory requirements and effective environmental management strategies necessary to lead an effective environmental compliance program. In this course, a more detailed look at the core environmental regulations and the application of requirements to facilities will be presented.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 2060 - Incident & Accident Investigation

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides a practical approach to investigating workplace accidents by emphasizing how to conduct a thorough investigation, find the root cause(s) and make affective recommendations to prevent similar occurrences from happening again. The course includes case studies and other examples to illustrate the concepts as well as practical tools such as forms and checklists.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 2170 - Safety Program Implementation

    3 credit(s)
    This capstone course is designed to pull information from all the other courses the student has taken and apply it to real world situations in business and industry. An internship with a company or business is expected along with the development of a safety plan or process tailored to the needs of the company. Communication between the student, the company offering the internship and the supervising instructor will be critical.
    Contact Hours: Class- 40 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • ENHS 2570 - Principles of Industrial Hygiene

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides an introduction to the field of industrial hygiene. Familiarizes students with the various techniques and procedures involved in the practice of Industrial Hygiene. Focuses on terminology, concepts, and methodology in the practices of industrial hygiene.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Geography
  

  • GEOG 1400 - Cultural Geography

    3 credit(s)
    The study of the geography of human activity through examination of the cultural traits that characterize different societies in the world.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • GEOG 2510 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

    3 credit(s)
    This is an introductory level course in basic Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software. The course will introduce basic geographical concepts and mapping knowledge, and will focus primarily on applying spatial analysis to address questions and solve problems. The course will combine theory and practical application to situations relevant to the student’s chosen career path. Students will be required to develop and complete an individual project using the skills they have acquired.  Note: To be successful, students must have basic computer skills prior to enrolling.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Health Information Management Services
  

  • HIMS 1250 - Introduction to Health Information Management

    3 credit(s)
    Orientation to the health information management profession. Introduction to primary and secondary record systems; content and structure of health care data sets; collection, analyses, and storage methods; and retrieval of patient data elements.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 1300 - Legal Aspects of Health Information Management

    2 credit(s)
    Study of legal principles related to health information; legal terminology and procedures; court systems; and liability of health care providers.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 1350 - Health Care Delivery Systems

    2 credit(s)
    Orientation to the organization of the health care industry and current trends in health care delivery systems. Issues related to accreditation standards, licensing, and government regulations are included.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 1590 - Introduction to Medical Billing

    3 credit(s)
    This course is designed to introduce students to medical billing concepts.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2250 - Health Care Statistics

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): Any 3 credit Math Course
    Learn the process of collection of health-related numerical data, its analysis, interpretation, presentation, and use to meet various needs such as patient care, management of a facility, and mandatory reporting requirements.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  

  • HIMS 2350 - Health Information Management Applications II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   and   
    Explore existing and emerging processes and technologies used for statistical, quality assessment, clinical coding, and personnel management activities. Apply knowledge of these activities to simulated and/or real scenarios.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2410 - Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management

    3 credit(s)
    This course is intended to be a guide for individuals who will be working in a medical facility utilizing health record content and documentation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2490 - Revenue Cycle Management

    3 credit(s)
    The student will learn about financial management in health care facilities including the revenue cycle management, accounting methodologies, and budget plans and variances.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  

  • HIMS 2560 - CPT/HCPCS

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    The study and practice of the principles of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and HCPCS Level III classification systems, which are used in hospital outpatient, ER departments, physician offices, and stand-alone ambulatory care centers. Students will assign CPT/HCPCS codes to various clinical diagnoses, scenarios, and patient records.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2570 - ICD-10-PCS

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   and   
    Study of the ICD-10-PCS medical coding system, encoder software, and assignment of codes to EHR case studies.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2590 - Healthcare Reimbursement Methods

    3 credit(s)
    Study of various reimbursement schemes policies and procedures used in healthcare (RBRVS, APCs, DRGs) and the medical billing transaction process including payer-specific payment policies.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2600 - Quality Assessment

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):    
    Introduction to the principles of the quality assessment process in health care and to provide the student with a framework for gaining skills in collecting and analyzing data.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2620 - Applications for the Health Professional

    3 credit(s)
    This course will allow students to access a variety of technologies used in medical facilities. Lab exercises will emphasize the attainment of core critical thinking, decision making, and problem solving skills.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2700 - Professional Practice Experience

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): HIMS 2300 - Health Information Management Applications I  
    Practical health information management experience in a health care setting under the supervision and direction of the employer.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 135 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2720 - Medical Office Management

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): HIMS 1250 Introduction to Health Information Management  
    This course introduces basic responsibilities of the office support employee. The soft skills, knowledge and technical skills necessary for success in the medical office are emphasized.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIMS 2850 - Health Informatics Capstone

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides students with the ability to bring their health informatics knowledge together into a seminar format. Students will organize data, analyze data and create professional documents to communicate the information in health care systems effectively.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Health Services and Safety
  

  • HLTH 1030 - Basic Medical Terms

    2 credit(s)
    Learn medical words and word parts, emphasizing spelling, syllabication, and definition of medical terms.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1060 - Comprehensive Medical Terminology

    3 credit(s)
    This course establishes a solid foundation of prefixes, suffixes, word roots, abbreviations, medical terms, and symbols. It emphasizes understanding the medical vocabulary as it applies to the anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic procedures of the human body.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1100 - Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act

    1 credit(s)
    This course introduces students to key concepts and regulations as required by Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This course may be utilized as annual training for those employed in healthcare facilities.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1200 - Nursing Assistant

    3 credit(s)
    Basic nursing knowledge and skills course for the nurse assistant in a health care setting. Meets federal and state requirements for Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Programs.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 31 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1210 - Medication Aide

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to pharmacology, including basic knowledge and skills to safely administer medications. Course prepares the student to acquire the medication administration competencies required to work in a long term care or other health care facility and pass the examination required by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.
    Contact Hours: Class- 48 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1750 - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

    5 credit(s)
    Note: CPR certification required to take this course. Prepares the student for Nebraska licensure as a basic life support Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). This course meets State of Nebraska guidelines for EMT and prepares the student to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1780 - Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

    2 credit(s)
    Note: CPR certification required to take this course. Follows training requirements for Emergency Medical Responders (EMR). Prepares students to respond to accidents or medical emergencies. This course meets State of Nebraska guidelines for EMR and prepares the student to take the NREMT Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1820 - Pre-Hospital Emergency Care For Nurses

    3 credit(s)
    Note: CPR certification and current RN or LPN license required to take this course. Prepares nurses to work in the field as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Recognizes the formal training the RN or LPN has already received, thus avoiding unnecessary repetition. This course meets State of Nebraska guidelines for EMT and prepares the student to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1840 - Emergency Medical Technician Refresher

    2 credit(s)
    Note: CPR certification and current or lapsed Emergency Medical Technician license required to take this course. Meets Nebraska requirements for updating skills of licensed Emergency Medical Technician.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1870 - Emergency Medical Technician Bridge

    3 credit(s)
    Note: CPR certification and current Emergency Medical Responder license required to take this course. Covers the material necessary for a student to progress from the level of Emergency Medical Responder to Emergency Medical Technician. The course meets State of Nebraska guidelines for EMT and prepares the student to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HLTH 1880 - Emergency Medical Responder Refresher

    1 credit(s)
    Note: CPR certification and current or lapsed Emergency Medical Responder license required to take this course. Course is designed to ensure that the student has the necessary knowledge and skills to continue to function as an Emergency Medical Responder. Meets Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services approval for updating skills of Emergency Medical Responders.
    Contact Hours: Class- 20 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
  

  • HVAC 1000 - Orientation Safety & Hand Tools

    1 credit(s)
    Acquaints the student with college policies and method of instruction, safety practices necessary for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration and tool identification.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1030 - Principles of Refrigeration Cycle

    2 credit(s)
    A study of the behavior of gas when compressed relating to expansion, temperature, and pressure change. Pressure and vacuum gauges are also used.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1060 - Basic Refrigeration Components

    2 credit(s)
    Introduction to the components used in refrigeration systems that are repaired and replaced in the field.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1090 - Basic Service Operations

    4 credit(s)
    Introduction to the use of recovery machines, evacuation pumps, recharging equipment, test instruments and the repair and replacement of parts.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1110 - Universal R-410A Safety & Training

    1 credit(s)
    The study of high pressure refrigerant known as R-410A and its safe use.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1120 - Electrical Theory

    3 credit(s)
    This course is designed for persons pursuing the heating and air conditioning industry.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1130 - EPA 608 Certification Exam

    1 credit(s)
    The study of refrigeration fundamentals and refrigerant recovery. The safe use of refrigerants and the laws governing their uses. Students will complete the EPA 608 certification exam which requires a 70% or better score for certification. There is a fee for the exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1150 - Soldering & Brazing Practices

    3 credit(s)
    Practical application of soft and hard solder used in the fields of refrigeration and air conditioning.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1180 - Hermetic System Servicing

    3 credit(s)
    Repair and replacement of compressors, capillary tubes, and other components of the system.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1210 - Introduction to Sheet Metal

    4 credit(s)
    Introduction to pattern development and fabrication of fittings used in the heating/air conditioning industry. Layout techniques include radial line development and triangulation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 1240 - Fuel Gas Code & Piping

    4 credit(s)
    The American National Standard that applies to the installation of fuel gas piping systems and fuel gas utilization equipment supplied with natural gas, manufactured gas, and liquefied petroleum (LP) gas.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2000 - HVAC Lab Applications

    3 credit(s)
    The repair and installation of refrigeration and heating and air conditioning equipment. Layout and cost of repairs and installation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2090 - Heat Pump Theory

    3 credit(s)
    Covers operation and parts of the heat pump, how heat pumps are applied, and basic maintenance procedures to be followed.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2120 - Troubleshooting HVAC

    3 credit(s)
    Students will analyze circuits and component faults that are inserted into the air conditioner and heat pump simulator software program.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2150 - HVAC Service

    3 credit(s)
    The practice and procedures used in servicing the heating and air conditioning equipment used in a residential or small commercial establishment.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2210 - Electricity for HVAC

    3 credit(s)
    The field wiring of control heating and air conditioning systems. The student will study the controls associated with connecting a central heating and central air conditioner together.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2240 - Heating Service

    4 credit(s)
    Practice of procedures used in servicing the electrical and mechanical components of heating systems.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2510 - NATE Core Certification Exam

    1 credit(s)
    Note: 2 years of field experience or an AAS degree in HVAC required North American Technician Excellence (NATE) is one of the leading certification programs for technicians in the HVAC industry and is the only test supported by the entire industry. Students will complete the NATE Core Certification exam which requires a 70% or better score for certification. There is a fee for the exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2520 - NATE Heat Pump Certification Exam

    1 credit(s)
    North American Technician Excellence (NATE) is one of the leading certification programs for technicians in the HVAC industry and is the only test supported by the entire industry. Students will complete the NATE Heat Pump Certification exam which requires a 70% or better score for certification. There is a fee for the exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2530 - NATE Gas Furnace Certification Exam

    1 credit(s)
    North American Technician Excellence (NATE) is one of the leading certification programs for technicians in the HVAC industry and is the only test supported by the entire industry. Students will complete the NATE Gas Furnace Certification exam which requires a 70% or better score for certification. There is a fee for the exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2660 - Fundamentals of Solar Thermal Systems

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of the solar heating and cooling (SHC) industry, including planning and installation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HVAC 2670 - Photovoltaic Systems

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course covers the installation of residential and commercial photovoltaic systems, the principles of PV electricity, and how to effectively incorporate it into stand-alone or utility-connected electrical systems.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Heavy Equipment Operator Technician
  

  • HEOT 1000 - Introduction to Craft Skills

    2 credit(s)
    This course is an introduction to the Heavy Equipment Construction trades. The course covers shop and job site safety, basic communications skills, and basic employability skills. Topics will include selection and use of personal protective equipment, hand and power tools, basic rigging, and blueprint reading. An overview of the construction industry and typical job sites will also be presented. NCCER curriculum and assessments will be used.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 1100 - Field Safety & Orientation

    2 credit(s)
    Topics will include hazard recognition, signs, signals, barricades, work permits, material handling, specialty work and health issues related to the industry. An emphasis will be placed on work zone safety, electric and high voltage issues, fall protections, confined space safety, fall protection, ladders, and scaffolding, permitting, digger’s hotline, and how to report and document an accident. NCCER curriculum and assessments will be used.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 1200 - Basic Equipment Operations

    2 credit(s)
    Trainees will learn basic startup procedures and be introduced to basic operation of various heavy equipment machinery. Utility Tractors operation, controls, attachments, maintenance and safety guidelines will also be introduced. Course provides hands on experience with pre-inspections, startup procedures on a variety of heavy equipment and detailed operations for utility tractors.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 1250 - Site Layout

    2 credit(s)
    Introduces the student to the basic concepts related to the use of heavy equipment to perform earth moving work, including the preparation of graded surfaces, and interpretation of construction stakes.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 1400 - Construction Site Operations

    4 credit(s)
    This course introduces students to topics that address the typical construction site. You will learn to safely operate rough terrain forklifts and on and off road trucks to move construction site materials. You will interpret civil drawings, become familiar with soil types, and use math to determine excavation quantities.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 135 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 1500 - Heavy Equipment Operations I

    4 credit(s)
    Training is provided for operation of skid steers, loaders, and scrapers. Students will complete pre-start inspections, preventive maintenance, and develop proper operating procedures.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 120 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 1600 - Heavy Equipment Operations II

    5 credit(s)
    This course will include more extensive operating procedures and increased complexity of projects. Students will be required to perform simulations to demonstrate their skilled achievements. Students will be introduced to more extensive operating procedures at an intermediate level. NCCER curriculum and assessments will be used.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 145 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 1700 - Heavy Equipment Applications

    5 credit(s)
    Technical knowledge covered in HEOT 1500 and HEOT 1600 will be applied in this advanced laboratory course. Students will complete a series of increasing complex tasks using bulldozers, backhoes, loaders, track hoes, uni-loaders off road trucks etc. NCCER curriculum and assessments will be used.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 145 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 2250 - Site Layout II

    5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): HEOT 1250 Site Layout  
    Introduces the student to the advanced concepts related to the use of heavy equipment to perform earthmoving work, including the preparation of graded surfaces, surveying, data collection, and soil classification.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 135 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HEOT 2300 - Pipe Laying & Rigging

    4 credit(s)
    Introduction to basic concepts of pipe laying and rigging. Includes instruction in job site safety, required tools and equipment, rigging of pipe and other associated structures, cutting and testing pipe, and foundation stabilization.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

History
  

  • HIST 1000 - Western Civilization to 1700

    3 credit(s)
    A survey examination of the civilizations and cultures of ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt, the Greeks and Romans, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance and Reformation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIST 1010 - Western Civilization After 1700

    3 credit(s)
    A survey examination of the Age of Absolutism, the French Revolution and Napoleon, the rise of Liberalism and Nationalism, Imperialism, and both world wars.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIST 1700 - World Civilizations to 1500

    3 credit(s)
    This course is a survey of the world’s cultures and their interactions from the rise of civilization through the age of European expansion.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIST 1710 - World Civilizations After 1500

    3 credit(s)
    This course is a survey of the world’s cultures from the era of European expansion to the present day.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIST 2010 - American History I

    3 credit(s)
    A survey of American history from the Age of Discovery through the Civil War or Reconstruction. Emphasis on political, economic, cultural, and social issues in the development of the American nation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIST 2020 - American History II

    3 credit(s)
    A survey of American history from the end of the Civil War to the present. Emphasis is on political, economic, cultural, and social issues that arise in America’s development as a global power.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • HIST 2150 - Introduction to Latin America

    3 credit(s)
    A survey of Latin American history and culture from the earliest Native American civilizations to present. Included will be the treatment of political, economic, and cultural themes in this important region.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts
  

  • HMRM 1000 - Introduction to HMRM

    1 credit(s)
    Provides a general overview of requirements of the Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts Department. Introduces students to the hazards associated with working in the hospitality industry. Safety practices will be taught for both the front and back of the house. Basic fundamentals of responsible alcohol service will be covered.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
 

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