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RLS* 101: Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Services 3 Credits
(Formerly REC 101)
This course serves as an introduction to the field of recreation and leisure service. The student will understand the development of the recreation movement from early ages to the present with emphasis on future perspectives. Cultural, economic, and social factors in reference to leisure participation will be explored. Career opportunities in a variety of settings will be highlighted. Philosophies of recreation will be discussed. Students will develop a personal philosophy of recreation and leisure.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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RLS* 121: Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation Services 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 115)
This course provides a background of study for the field of therapeutic recreation. It encompasses the history and development of the profession with an emphasis on understanding the persons who are served, their disabilities, and the environments in which they live. An experiential approach offers understanding and empathy.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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RLS* 122: Processes and Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 116)
This course is designed to provide an overview of the process and techniques used in treatment oriented programs. The course explores leadership skills of the helping professional through an in-depth look at facilitation techniques used in therapeutic recreation, including, but not limited to: creative arts, physical/body movement, mental stimulation, and social interaction in relation to the needs of special population groups. Emphasis is placed on meeting clients’ needs through proper activity selection, including activity analysis and program adaptation/modification.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Spring
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RLS* 220: Inclusive Recreation 3 Credits
This course is designed to provide the student with an awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of persons with disabilities with regard to assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating recreation/leisure services in the community. Students will gain insights and knowledge of the meanings and implications of the design and delivery of recreation/leisure services to people with various disabilities. Students will also look at culture variability and its impact on leisure behavior and planning.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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RLS* 221: Therapeutic Recreation Programming 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 215)
Programs: Planning and Implementation) This course involves the student in the study of the therapeutic recreation process with emphasis on program planning. The needs of the client will be met through a well planned process that includes assessing functional abilities and needs, planning program goals and objectives, implementing the program, and evaluating both the program and the client.
Prerequisites: RLS* 121 and eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Spring
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RLS* 223: Leisure and Aging 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 230)
This course serves as an overview to the delivery of therapeutic recreation services to older adults. The course will assist the student in developing an understanding of the elderly and how activity intervention may be used to reach treatment and rehabilitation goals. The course will focus on issues such as the physiological, psychological, and socio-economic factors of the aging process, leisure resources, community and institutional services, and recreation in assisted living facilities and in long term care settings.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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RLS* 295: Professional Practicum in Therapeutic Recreation 4 Credits
(Formerly THRC 280)
This course provides the student with practical experience in a therapeutic recreation setting. The student is required to work a minimum of 200 hours in a community based or medical setting that provides therapeutic recreation services. During this period, the student will apply the knowledge, methods, and leadership techniques which have been learned in academic courses. Students will also participate in 15 hours of classroom discussion during the semester.
Prerequisites: Completion of all Therapeutic Recreation course work. Students planning to take this course must notify the Program Coordinator three months prior to the start of the semester for which they plan to register.
Offered: Spring
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Respiratory Care |
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RSP* 121: Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 221)
The student is given an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system. Topics will include but are not limited to: structure, function, and assessment of the cardiopulmonary system.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 141 .
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 131: Applied Pharmacology 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 211)
This course includes the study of the composition, indication and effects of medication administered to patients treated in the field of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on drugs prescribed for the cardiopulmonary system and those delivered by aerosol.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 160 and RSP* 180 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 140: Principles of Respiratory Care 3 Credits
This course will introduce the student to the theory, function, and maintenance of respiratory care equipment. Medical gases, gas laws, and the delivery of respiratory care using various pieces of equipment will be included. The emphasis of the course will be on the mechanics and function of respiratory care devices.
Prerequisites: Must be taken concurrently with RSP* 121
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 140L: Principles of Respiratory Care Lab 1 Credits
This course will introduce the student to the theory, function, and maintenance of respiratory care equipment in a laboratory setting. Medical gases, gas laws, and the delivery of respiratory care using various pieces of equipment will be included. The emphasis of the course will be on the mechanics and function of respiratory care devices.
Prerequisites: Must be taken concurrently with RSP* 121 and RSP* 140
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 160: Diagnostic & Therapy Principles 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 222)
The theory and administration of respiratory care procedures, airway management, monitoring devices, and clinical assessment of the respiratory patient will be taught.
Prerequisites: RSP* 121 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 131 and RSP* 180 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 180: Clinical Practicum 1 Credits
(Formerly RC 202)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 121 and RSP* 141 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 131 and RSP* 160 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 181: Clinical Practicum II 1 Credits
(Formerly RC 203)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 131 , RSP* 160 , RSP* 180 and BIO* 212 .
Offered: Summer
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RSP* 251: Respiratory Pathophysiology 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 282)
The study of cardiopulmonary abnormities and diseases of the adult patient. Major emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis and treatment of patients using case study analysis.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 274 and RSP* 281 .
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 252: Respiratory Pathophysiology II 2 Credits
(Formerly RC 283)
The study of cardiopulmonary abnormities and diseases of the adult, pediatric and newborn patient. Major emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients using case study analysis.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 261 and RSP* 282 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 260: Advanced Principles of Ventilator Therapy 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 242)
A study of mechanical ventilators used in respiratory care with an in-depth explanation of function and application. Indications, hazards and complications of mechanical ventilation will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: RSP* 160 and RSP* 131 .
Offered: Summer
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RSP* 261: Advanced Respiratory Care II 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 261)
A study of the respiratory care modalities used in the care of neonates and pulmonary rehabilitation patients. Each population will be discussed in separate units.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 252 and RSP* 282 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 274: Diagnostic Respiratory Care 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 251)
A study of the pulmonary and cardiac assessment, critical care monitoring, and fluid and electrolyte balance as it relates to cardiopulmonary medicine.
Prerequisites: BIO* 212 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 251 and RSP* 281 .
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 281: Advanced Clinical Practicum 2 Credits
(Formerly RC 204)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 260 and RSP* 181 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 261 and RSP* 251 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 282: Advanced Clinical Practicum II 2 Credits
(Formerly RC 205)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 251 , RSP* 274 , RSP* 281 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 261 and RSP* 252 .
Offered: Spring
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Sign Language |
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SGN* 101: Sign Language I 3 Credits
(Formerly ASL 101)
American Sign Language (ASL) is the sign language most deaf people use when communicating among themselves. Students will learn grammatical features, vocabulary and conversational skills including expressive and receptive skills of ASL. In addition, students will learn the culture of the deaf community, the history of ASL and the relationship of ASL to other forms of signing.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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SGN* 102: Sign Language II 3 Credits
(Formerly ASL 102)
This course is a continuation of American Sign Language I. Students will learn grammatical features, vocabulary and conversational skills including expressive and receptive skills of ASL. In addition, students will learn the culture of the deaf community, the history of ASL and the relationship of ASL to other forms of signing.
Prerequisites: SGN* 101
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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SGN* 103: Sign Language III 3 Credits
This course is a continuation of Sign Language I and II. Emphasis is placed on improving speed and fluency when communicating in ASL. In addition, students will learn basic storytelling features.
Offered: Occasionally
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SGN* 104: Sign Language IV 3 Credits
This course continues to build upon students’ receptive and expressive skills at the advanced level while expanding their knowledge of Deaf culture and the influences of other sign language systems. Emphasis is placed on advanced fingerspelling, ASL structure and vocabulary. Instruction utilizes a natural approach to teaching a second language by engaging students in authentic conversations within the classroom environment and through out-of-class interactions with members of the Deaf community.
Prerequisites: SGN* 101 , SGN* 102 and SGN* 103
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 150: Transition Development 2 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 150)
This course is designed for adult students who are resuming their education. Topics include goal setting, academic and career choices, math anxiety, family and work stresses, problem solving, and skill building. Open only to students in the Adults in Transition program.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SSC* 155: Women’s Issues and the Law 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 155)
An examination of legal responses to gender-based treatment in society. Legal materials will be studied to provide both a historical and current perspective on issues affecting women and men. Readings will be used as the basis for public policy discussions and greater understanding of the law of sex discrimination.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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SSC* 201: Introduction to African American Studies 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 201)
An interdisciplinary survey course of the historical, social, economical, political, philosophical and cultural experience of the African American. This course serves as the introductory course to give students an Afrocentric perspective to evaluating information in society; other philosophical perspectives may be introduced. Recommended for potential U.S. History and American Studies majors.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 220: Computers’ Impact on Society 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 220)
After studying the fundamentals of how computers work in order to understand their capabilities and limitations, the course explores the kinds of purposes to which computers are being put in our world: how computers are affecting us individually and as a society; the methods used and intrinsic difficulties in using computers to tackle business, economic, social, scientific, etc. problems; the positive and negative effects of computers; the ethics surrounding the use of computers; how to make rational, ethical, and humane technological decisions; and how, in private and professional life, to make informed, reasoned judgments regarding computing technology issues. Current computer issues and news items are used as case studies.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 242: American Families 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 242)
A look at nuclear American family life from early Colonial period to the present, to see how various commentators have regarded and evaluated American families. Course will rely on the writings of historians, sociologist, novelists and social critics.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 262: Puerto Rican History and Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 262)
An introduction to the history and culture of Puerto Rico designed to give both Hispanic and other students an understanding of the historical factors and the cultural concepts that help develop today’s Puerto Rico and its people, both on the island and on the mainland.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 294: Cooperative Education/Work Experience 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 270)
This course provides students the opportunity to apply classroom theory in an actual work setting. Students may be placed in a variety of work settings as related to their program of study including social service agencies, day care facilities, and corporations.
Prerequisites: 12 completed credit hours in the Social Service, Disabilities Specialist, Criminal Justice, Sport and Exercise, Therapeutic Recreation, and Early Childhood/Educational Associate programs.
Offered: Fall,Spring
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Sociology |
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SOC* 100: Community Engagement 3 Credits
This course provides students with an enhanced understanding of the local community and the diversity of groups within the community. Students are required to perform structured community service throughout the semester and to reflect and engage with other students on the meaning of diversity and community. Through readings, critical reflection, group discussions and interactions, and volunteer service, students will learn community leadership and civic engagement and discuss how communities might bridge differences among people. This course will require 1-3 hours of community service per week (or the equivalent). NOTE: This is a Pass/Fail course. All Students completing the course will receive either a grade of Pass (P) or Fail (F) on their transcript. See the instructor for more specific information.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SOC* 101: Principles of Sociology 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 101)
This course is designed to provide students with a basic overview and understanding of the discipline of sociology. The course focuses on the concepts, methods, theories, and levels of analysis used in the study of social interaction. The readings and lectures will examine a broad range of social issues and questions; the different theories of social behavior used to explain these questions; and the ways in which sociologists scientifically examine these theories. The goal of the course is to provide students with the ability and knowledge to critically examine and understand the social issues that impact their daily lives. Depending upon the instructor, this course often includes a service learning project in which students learning sociology while also serving their community by volunteering at non-profit community organizations (e.g., Habitat for Humanity, Foodshare, mentoring youth, environmental projects, food pantries, homeless shelters, etc.).
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall, Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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SOC* 116: Impact of Aging on the Family 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 205)
This course will consider key social issues and current service delivery systems that affect the aged population.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Spring
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SOC* 200: Queer Sociology 3 Credits
This course provides a critical exploration of identity based understandings of sex, gender, orientation, race and the family. Using assigned readings, experiential activities, and classroom discussion, students will incorporate queer theories as well as personal values to challenge their assumptions and undermine previously unquestioned ‘givens’ about each of these topics. Finally, students will explore the question: what is possible (as individuals, as a society) if we assume no causal relationship among sex, gender, sexuality and desire?
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 201: Contemporary Social Issues 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 202)
A detailed analysis of major social problems in American society. Problems including population, ecology, poverty, race and ethnic relations, urbanization, the role of the media, criminal activity, aging, health, and housing will be evaluated. Emphasis is on American society, but some international issues and situations will be examined. Community awareness and involvement will be stressed as students evaluate local issues as well.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SOC* 205: Sociology In Film 3 Credits
This course is designed to teach key sociological topics through film. In this course, we will examine how a range of social issues are depicted in both documentary and popular film. Students study such issues as race relations, family dynamics, urbanization, gender and reproduction, and crime by viewing films, analyzing the films’ content, and reading sociology literature.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 210: Sociology of the Family 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 231)
This course will explore the complexity and diversity of the contemporary family and other intimate relationships. Topics for this course include mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict, family violence, parenthood, work/family interaction, and diverse family arrangements.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SOC* 211: Sociology of Gender 3 Credits
This course addresses the distinction between biological sex and the social construction of gender and investigates issues about the dynamics of sex and gender relationships in different socio-cultural contexts. Major topics for discussion include gender role differentiation, sex role stereotyping, and changes over time in male/female relationships in North American society with the differences and inequalities shaped by social class, race, ethnicity, sexuality, age and national origin. A global perspective, which examines and compares the place of gender in nations of the North with those of the South, is also emphasized.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 212: Sociology of Women 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 261)
An interdisciplinary study of women in contemporary America, making use of the data and methodology of history, psychology and sociology.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 215: Women and Prisons 3 Credits
This course examines demographic characteristics, current offenses, criminal histories, the women’s family background, children, drug and alcohol use, prior physical and sexual abuse, and health issues. This course also includes a basic introduction to doing sociological research on a topic as each student will pick a states prison population to examine individually.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 220: Racial & Ethnic Diversity 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 271)
This course focuses on the interrelationship of institutionalized prejudice and discrimination and related aspects of diversity in society. The experience of various ethnic and racial minorities in the United States is investigated through the study of the origins and functions of subordination in society.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 227: The Native American Experience 3 Credits
Students will become familiar with the major issues and topics of tribes in Connecticut such as tribal recognition, and casino development. The course will also examine economic, political, and social concerns of tribes in North America. With much class participation and contact with guest speakers, students will bring into sharper focus the real day to day issues of native people who “more than 500 years after the European Invasion of North America are still seeking to work out relations, as descendants of the first Americans, with the people of modern American society.”
Prerequisites: eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 228: African American Sociology and Literature 3 Credits
This course introduces students to ways in which scholars examine the African American experience as a major topic in Sociology and Literature. The course is taught from an interdisciplinary perspective that emphasizes methodologies and approaches from both the humanities and the social sciences framing inquiries about African American literary creations, social life, history, and socio-cultural organization. The goal of the course is for each student to look at black culture and society in a broader and more complex way.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101 and ENG* 120.
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 240: Criminology 3 Credits
Introduces the fundamental principles of criminology; namely, the nature, existence and causation of crime, the problems and procedures involved in the administration of justice, and rehabilitative and corrective treatment.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101 .
Offered: Spring
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SOC* 241: Juvenile Delinquency 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 211)
Examines the social aspects of juvenile delinquency and the pressures that cause this behavior to emerge. The organization, functions and jurisdiction of the juvenile court system, as well as processing, detention, case disposition and juvenile delinquency statutes, are examined.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 242: Sociology of Deviance 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 203)
This course will provide an overview and analysis of deviant behavior and social control. The course will critically review and discuss the causes of deviance and societal attempts at controlling deviant behavior. Topics to be studied include alcohol and drug abuse, criminal activity, disabilities, mental illness, sexual deviance, violent behavior and abuse, elite deviance, and collective deviance.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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Spanish |
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SPA* 108: Elementary Spanish I & II 8 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 108)
An intensive, beginning Spanish course in which two semesters of Spanish (SPA* 111 and SPA* 112 ) are completed in one semester. Students will develop all four language skills. The emphasis in class will be speaking and listening, the assignments will emphasize reading and writing. Hispanic culture will be studied. No previous Spanish language experience required. Transfer college may not award credit for this course if the student has already completed two or more years of Spanish at the high school level.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Humanities
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SPA* 111: Elementary Spanish I 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 101)
An introduction to spoken and written Spanish. Emphasis is on basic grammar and developing all four language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) with an emphasis on Hispanic culture. No previous Spanish language experience required. Transfer college may not award credit for this course if the student has already completed two or more years of Spanish at the high school level.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Summer
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SPA* 112: Elementary Spanish II 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 102)
A second semester course in which students develop all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) while studying grammatical structures (preterite, imperfect, object pronouns, reflexive verbs) that are more advanced than those studied in the first semester Spanish course. Hispanic culture will be studied.
Prerequisites: SPA* 111 , one year of high school Spanish, or permission of instructor. Transfer college may not award credit for this course if the student has already completed two or more years of Spanish at the high school level.
Offered: Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Humanities
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SPA* 130: Spanish Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 125)
A survey of Spanish culture taught in English. Topics of study include art, music, literature, history, geography, political systems, bullfighting, and culture with a small “c” (use of two surnames, extended families, cuisine, etc.)
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 131: Hispanic Culture 1, 2 or 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 130)
This is an independent study course which is offered in conjunction with an academic trip and is available only to participants of that trip. Pre-trip assignments will prepare the students for the research that will be done in the country of the trip and post-trip assignments will organize and analyze the information observed and collected in the Hispanic country. (This course can be done in English or in Spanish.) Class: hours per week will depend on number of credit hours. Co-requisite: student must participate in an academic trip sponsored by MCC.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 135: Hispanic Culture and Conversation 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 145)
A one-semester, first-level course for two-year career program students which stresses aspects of Hispanic culture, as well as pronunciation and vocabulary skills in Spanish, that would be helpful as an additional tool in future employment, job advancement, and effective fulfillment of daily job routines.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 145: Mexican Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 145)
A survey of Mexican culture taught in English. Topics of study includes art, music, literature, ancient civilizations, history, geography, political systems, bullfighting, and culture with a small “c” (use of two surnames, bargaining in the market, extended families, cuisine, etc.).
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 208: Intermediate Spanish I and II 8 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 208)
An intensive, intermediate Spanish course in which two semesters of Spanish (SPA* 211 and SPA* 212 ) are completed in one semester. Students will be taught all four language skills with an emphasis on speaking and listening in class and an emphasis on reading and writing through the assignments. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 112 or SPA* 108 or two years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 211: Intermediate Spanish I 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 201)
A third semester course in which grammar, conversation and reading materials are at an intermediate level. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 111 , and SPA* 112 or SPA* 108 or two years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Fall
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Humanities
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SPA* 212: Intermediate Spanish II 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 202)
A fourth semester course in which the grammar, conversation and reading materials are at an intermediate level. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 211 (211) or three years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Spring
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SPA* 251: Advanced Spanish I 4 Credits
A fifth semester course in which language skills will be reinforced while increased emphasis is placed on composition and conversation. Literature and culture will also be studied in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 212 , SPA* 208 or permission of the instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 252: Advanced Spanish II 4 Credits
A sixth semester course in which language skills will be reinforced while increased emphasis is placed on composition and conversation. Literature and culture will also be studied in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 212 , SPA* 208 or permission of instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
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SLP* 111: Communication Development 3 Credits
An overview of the milestones of form, content, and use in the process of typical communication development for children from infancy through adolescence.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 093 or concurrently taking ENG* 096 .
Offered: Fall
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SLP* 112: Speech and Language Services in the Educational Setting 3 Credits
This course will address professional issues related to the role of the Speech/Language Pathology Assistant in the practice of speech/language pathology in schools. Topics will include, but are not limited to, the legal and policy framework for school services, ethical practice, supervision, collaboration, scheduling, data collection, advocating, professional development, resources, and professional trends. This course includes an observation component.
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 or concurrently taking SLP* 111 .
Offered: Spring
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SLP* 120: Communication Disorders and Intervention I 3 Credits
A general overview of language, and hearing disorders in preschool and school-aged children, their impact on literacy acquisition, and evidence-based interventions. This course will prepare Speech/Language Pathology Assistants for their role in providing oral language and literacy interventions to children with language and hearing disorders in educational settings.
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 .
Offered: Fall
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SLP* 121: Communication Disorders and Intervention II 3 Credits
A general overview of phonology, voice, and fluency disorders in preschool and school aged children, with a focus on phonology (i.e., speech) problems and evidenced-based interventions. This course will prepare Speech/Language Pathology Assistants for their role in providing assistance to children with phonology disorders in educational settings and will also prepare them to work with students with significant/severe communication needs (e.g., non-verbal/low verbal children requiring assistive technology [AT] or augmentative/alternative communication [AAC] systems).
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 .
Offered: Spring
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SUR* 101: Operating Room Procedures I 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 101)
An introduction to theoretical experience of the basic skills used in an operating room: aseptic technique, technologists’ arts, instrumentation, draping techniques, and related operating room skills. An explanation of essential patient care concepts necessary for effective functioning in an operating room.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Coordinator.
Offered: Fall
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SUR* 102: Operating Room Procedures II 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 102)
An introduction to practical experience of the basic skills used in an operating room: aseptic technique, technologists’ arts, instrumentation, draping techniques, and related operating room skills such as mock operations in lab. Includes an extensive survey of various surgical specialties including specific operations in each discipline.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director and successful completion of SUR* 101 .
Offered: Fall
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SUR* 105: Medical Terminology for Surgical Technologists 2 Credits
(Formerly ST 105)
An introduction to basic and advanced medical terms used in medicine and surgery. Open to all students with permission of the program coordinator.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director
Offered: Fall
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SUR* 201: Seminar in Surgery 2 Credits
(Formerly ST 106)
This course serves as a bridge between the preclinical and clinical phases of the program and emphasizes the total picture of the surgical patient. Students learn about health care departments outside the operating room that are integral to diagnosis and treatment of surgical conditions. Presentations by physicians and practitioners emphasize surgical procedures and perioperative care of the patient.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director and successful completion of SUR* 102
Offered: Fall
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SUR* 220: Clinical Experience I 2 Credits
(Formerly ST 220)
An introduction to clinical practice in general and specialty surgical procedures in the operating room and outpatient facilities. Emphasis is on applying skills learned in the pre-clinical courses to clinical practice including experiences in basic operating room procedures and minor surgery.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director and successful completion of SUR* 102 .
Offered: Spring
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SUR* 221: Pathology/Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist 3 Credits
This course focuses on the topics relating to Surgical Technology as identified in the 6th Edition of the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology. The pathology and pharmacology of each organ system will be discussed concurrently.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director and BIO* 212
Offered: Fall
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SUR* 222: Clinical Experience II 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 222)
Clinical practice in the operating room concentrating on experience in basic procedures of general and specialty surgery.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director and successful completion of SUR* 220 .
Offered: Spring
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SUR* 224: Clinical Experience III 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 224)
Clinical practice in the operating room concentrating on experience in advanced levels of general and specialty surgery. Includes classroom preparation for the national certification examination and development of job search skills.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director and successful completion of SUR* 222 .
Offered: Spring
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SUR* 225: Advanced Seminar in Surgery 3 Credits
This course will review the basic principles and practices taught in the Surgical Technology program. This course will focus on the objectives of the National Certification Examination for Surgical Technologists (CST) using an online learning system, lecture and practice tests. The purpose of this course is to prepare students to pass the CST examination which is required for employment as a surgical technologist.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Director and and
Offered: Spring
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THR* 101: Introduction to Theater 3 Credits
This course explores the range of theatrical conventions present in theater throughout the world. Students will participate in hands-on activities in acting, directing, and design. Students will complete a research paper on a topic in theater history in addition to writing responsively throughout the course both in class and online
Prerequisites: Eligibility for .
Offered: Fall, Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of The Arts
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THR* 110: Acting I 3 Credits
(Formerly THEA 181)
A first course in acting. Students will focus on relaxation and physical awareness, and on developing their imagination, concentration and characterization skills. They will be introduced to basic vocal and physical techniques. Class: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring
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THR* 190: Theater Practicum I 3 Credits
Theatre Practicum involves students in a play production. Areas such as set construction, lighting, costuming, box office, running crew and stage managing will be explored through the process of rehearsing and mounting a play for performance.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring
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THR* 210: Acting II 3 Credits
(Formerly THEA 182)
A continuation of THR* 110 . Students will focus on script analysis and interpretation, and will expand their emotional, expressive and technical ranges.
Prerequisites: THR* 110 or equivalent training or experience.
Offered: Spring
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