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Course Descriptions

 

Criminal Justice
  

  • CRJ 120 - Intro to Corrections

    3 credits
    This course provides an in depth look at the past, present and future of corrections. It examines the purposes of correctional punishment throughout history and highlights the many subcomponents of modern-day corrections. We will focus on issues facing the correctional enterprise today and gain an appreciation for contemporary real-world correctional practice. Students will be able to review the career opportunities available in the progressive field of corrections.
  

  • CRJ 130 - Criminal Law

    3 credits
    This course is the study of the philosophy and the basis for law, the historical development of criminal law and the procedures, the structure, the definition and the criminal law of Iowa. Exploring the causation, preparation and perpetration of crimes, criminal conduct and parties to crimes.
  

  • CRJ 132 - Constitutional Law

    3 credits
    The course covers arrest, search and seizure, review of court systems, procedures from incident to final disposition, principles of constitutional, federal, state and civil laws as they apply to and affect members of the criminal justice system.
  

  • CRJ 133 - Constitutional Criminal Procedure

    3 credits
    This course is the study of the philosophy and the basis for law, the historical development of criminal law and the procedures, the structure, the definition and the criminal law of Iowa. Exploring the causation, preparation and perpetration of crimes, criminal conduct and parties to crimes.
  

  • CRJ 141 - Criminal Investigation

    3 credits
    This course examines the fundamentals of criminal investigation: rules of identification, recording reports and statements; case preparation; testifying in court; basic report writing and investigative techniques relating to specific crimes such as robbery, burglary, homicide and narcotics violations are explored.
  

  • CRJ 152 - Defensive Tactics

    3 credits
    The topics covered in the course are Civil Liability of Law Enforcement Officers in regards to Use of Force. Methods of defending against and controlling assailants by use of Defensive Tactics, Pressure Point Control, Edge Weapon / Firearms Awareness and Handcuffing Techniques. A Firearms Simulation is utilized in the course to expose the student real life applications.
  

  • CRJ 160 - Intro to Forensic Investigation

    3 credits
    This course aims at making the subject of forensic science comprehensible to a wide variety of students who are planning on being aligned with the criminal justice profession. This course introduces the non-scientific student to the field of forensic science. Through applications to criminal investigations, clear explanations of the techniques, and the abilities and limitations of modern crime labs, this course covers the comprehensive realm of forensics. The text strives to make the technology of the modern crime laboratory clear to the non-scientist. Combining case stories with applicable technology, Criminalistics captures the excitement of forensic science investigations.
  

  • CRJ 170 - Overview of Cybercrime

    3 credits
    The course provides an introduction and overview of computer crime. In particular, a categorization of types of computer crimes is presented including: the computer as a target, the computer as an instrument of a crime, the computer as incidental to crime, and crimes associated with the prevalence of computers.
  

  • CRJ 200 - Criminology

    3 credits
    This course explores the response of the criminal justice system in its attempt to prevent, predicts, and control criminal activity. Emphasis is also on the various theories that attempt to explain criminal behavior, and the nature and causes of criminal activity.
  

  • CRJ 201 - Juvenile Delinquency

    3 credits
    This course explores the area of juvenile delinquency, its history, theories, laws, and the criminal justice systems response in caring for, treating, and controlling delinquent behavior.
  

  • CRJ 206 - Terrorism Response

    3 credits
    This course provides an in-depth look at terrorism in the world today and its many factions. Definitions and a historical context of terrorism are explored. Topics regarding countering terrorism and how the world is fighting against extremist terrorism are discussed.
  

  • CRJ 260 - Medicolegal Death Investigation

    3 credits
    This course aims at making the subject of death investigation comprehensible to a wide variety of students who are planning on being aligned with the criminal justice profession. This course introduces the non-scientific student to the field of death investigations. This course provides information to conduct a scientific, systematic, and thorough death scene investigation. Content includes information regarding the investigation of natural and unnatural cases of death such as asphyxia death, toxicological deaths, childhood deaths, firearm deaths, and deaths due to blunt and sharp force injury, as well as deaths from the natural disease processes.
  

  • CRJ 300 - Perspectives of Homeland Security

    3 credits
    Terrorism has captured global attention to a degree without historical parallel. This course explores the events of 9/11 and beyond. In an uncertain world that has emerged since 9/11, intergovernmental organizations, national governments, policy analysts, law enforcement groups, scholars, and society at large, are all faced with the arrival of difficult times that challenge older notions about international terrorism. At the same time, recent developments on the American scene remind us, despite unprecedented scope of the 9/11 catastrophes, that homegrown terrorism and the extremist beliefs that accompany it remain a threat to public order in the United States. This course will explore these domestic groups in depth.

Collision Repair and Refinish
  

  • CRR 104 - Introduction to Automotive Restoration

    3 credits
    Introduction to the way vehicles were built in the past. Accessing vehicle repair parts, ordering parts, and putting ideas together for the design of custom vehicle.
  

  • CRR 105 - Introduction to Specialty Tools

    3 credits
    Students will learn to use an array of specialty tools related to custom fabrication of sheet metal.
  

  • CRR 110 - Auto Body Welding

    3 credits
    This course will introduce students to the basics of auto body welding safety, use of oxy-acetylene cutting and welding torches, spot, mig and tig welding with auto body applications.
  

  • CRR 111 - St Rod Welding

    3 credits
    Students will learn the basics of welding thicker gauge steel such as vehicle frames and different techniques for welding in body panels.
  

  • CRR 204 - Repair of Plastics and Adhesives

    3 credits
    The Repair of plastics and adhesives course will give students the knowledge and experience to identify and repair rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible plastic panels.
  

  • CRR 303 - Introduction to Auto Body Repair

    3 credits
    Students will use various methods to stripe paint finishes, such as sand blasting, media blasting, chemical stripping and soda blasting. Student will also learn how to treat bare metal surfaces with the correct coatings.
  

  • CRR 309 - Auto Body Prep & Masking

    3 credits
    This course focuses on the refinishing process of preparing the surface for refinishing, cleaning preparations for masking and the different types of masking materials and their advantages and disadvantages.
  

  • CRR 337 - Beginning Metal and Filler Work

    3 credits
    The Beginning Metal and Filler Work course will provide students with the necessary skills to work out various types of dents and properly apply various fillers.
  

  • CRR 341 - Metal Fabrication

    3 credits
    Students will explore the process involved in custom fabrication of sheet metal such as chopping tops and fabricating their own rust repair panels.
  

  • CRR 345 - Advanced Metal Sectioning and Repair

    3 credits
    This class allows the student the opportunity to utilize current technology to section and apply the latest technology in the welding and bonding of late model vehicles.
  

  • CRR 346 - Metal Stripping

    3 credits
    Students will use various methods to stripe paint finishes, such as sand blasting, media blasting, chemical stripping and soda blasting. Student will also learn how to treat bare metal surfaces with the correct coatings.
  

  • CRR 401 - Panel & Door Skin Replacement

    3 credits
    The Panel and Door Skin Replacement course will allow Students to gain experience replacing door skins, fenders and rear quarter panels.
  

  • CRR 415 - Restraint Systems

    3 credits
    The student will learn to diagnose and repair various restraint systems used by OEM manufacturers today.
  

  • CRR 501 - Frame Machine Use

    3 credits
    The Frame Machine Use course will allow students to diagnose and measure structural damage using tram, centerline gauges, and computerized laser measuring systems.
  

  • CRR 612 - Steering/Suspension

    3 credits
    This course will provide an in-depth analysis of operation and service of automotive chassis and suspension systems. Emphasis will be placed on the principles of restoring a collision damaged suspension back to its pre-accident condition, using manufactures specifications and tolerances. The principles of steering & suspension components, steering geometry, inspection and replacement of damaged components with manual and electronic measuring will also be covered.
  

  • CRR 613 - Altered Steering and Suspension

    3 credits
    Students will learn about different aftermarket steering and suspension upgrades. Students will inspect vehicles for worn out suspension and steering parts and learn how to replace them.
  

  • CRR 620 - Electrical Mechanical Systems

    3 credits
    The Electrical Mechanical Systems course will allow students to learn the proper procedures for electrical repair work. The use of wire and solder. The repair of special electrical connectors. Students will learn the use of specialty electrical trouble shooting equipment.
  

  • CRR 750 - Damage Estimating & Shop Operation

    3 credits
    Introduction to procedure and sequence of writing collision damage estimates, familiarization with body shop management. Students will be introduced to material (physical) damage, insurance policies, and adjusting.
  

  • CRR 807 - Auto Body Refinishing

    3 credits
    The Auto Body Refinishing course will provide students with the necessary surface preparation prior to primer and paint applications. Students will learn the art of touch and feel to compliment visual inspection prior to final finish.
  

  • CRR 813 - Advanced Auto Body Repair & Refinishing

    3 credits
    This course includes job planning, sheet metal repair, metal finishing, along with glass replacement and frame work.
  

  • CRR 817 - Buff and Detail

    3 credits
    Students will learn to color, sand, buff and detail freshly applied finishes as well as aged finished as well as detailing interiors.
  

  • CRR 850 - Computerized Paint Mixing

    3 credits
    Students will demonstrate the appropriate method for retrieving vehicle formulas as well as proper shading and tinting of these formulas and reduction of these formulas.
  

  • CRR 852 - Custom Painting & Airbrush

    3 credits
    The auto body painting course will cover basic custom painting and air brush work.
  

  • CRR 853 - Custom St Rod Painting

    3 credits
    Students will learn techniques involved in custom painting an entire vehicle.
  

  • CRR 887 - Complete Refinish and Detail

    3 credits
    Students will learn the correct techniques involved in refinishing a vehicle, from surface preparation to final painting. Students will also learn the techniques involved in color sanding and buffing and final detailing.
  

  • CRR 910 - Auto Body Rebuild Project I

    3 credits
    The Auto Body Rebuild 1 course will allow students to take on a major rebuild or restoration project from start to finish.
  

  • CRR 911 - Auto Body Rebuild Project II

    3 credits
    This Auto Body Rebuild Project II course will allow students to take on a major rebuild or restoration project from start to finish. Students are expected to work with less supervision then they received in the rebuild project I class.
  

  • CRR 913 - Restoration Project I

    3 credits
    Students will disassemble and restore a vehicle.
  

  • CRR 914 - Restoration Project II

    3 credits
    Students will design and assemble a fiberglass street rod from start to finish.
  

  • CRR 949 - Spec Top: Spray Finishes

    1 credits
    This auto body painting course will cover basic custom painting and air brush work.

Computer Science
  

  • CSC 040 - Computer Fundamentals

    3 credits
    This fundamentals course will present the basic uses, understanding and knowledge of computer hardware and software. It will teach the fundamentals of the Windows Operating System environment and the use of popular business software using word processing and spreadsheet applications. E-mail communication skills and the use of the Internet as a communication and research tool will be developed.
  

  • CSC 110 - Introduction to Computers

    3 credits
    This is an introductory course in computer literacy and software applications. The literacy components of the course include history of computing, computer systems, communications, networks, and computers in society. The applications training will include word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and presentation software. No prior computer experience necessary.
  

  • CSC 116 - Information Computing

    3 credits
    This course presents the basic concepts of information systems and computer literacy. The course incorporates theory as well as hands-on practice which focuses on spreadsheets and database management systems (DBMS).
  

  • CSC 125 - Microsoft Fundamentals

    2 credits
    This will give introductory knowledge with Microsoft excel and word, focusing on tasks that pertain to the plants applications. Including creating, formatting and editing documents and getting knowledge around chart production with excel and word both.

Dental Hygiene
  

  • DHY 114 - Dental Hygiene Anatomical Sciences

    4 credits
    This course encompasses the fundamental study of head and neck anatomy, postnatal development, structure of the teeth, facial, oral and tooth anatomy, the morphology of the teeth, identification of the teeth, their functions and occlusion. Instruction emphasizes peer interaction with dental nomenclature and the inspection of teeth and surrounding structures.

    Corequisites
    DHY 163 

    Prerequisites
    BIO 168 , BIO 173 
  

  • DHY 121 - Oral Histology and Embryology

    2 credits
    This course covers the normal growth and development of the face and oral structures. This course includes the descriptions of the processes which occur at the cellular level in the growth and development along with the normal microscopic anatomy of oral structures.

    Corequisites
    DHY 114 , DHY 174 , DHY 163 

    Prerequisites
    BIO 168 , BIO 173 , BIO 186 , CHM 110 , CHM 111 
  

  • DHY 132 - Dental Pharmacology

    3 credits
    This course covers general pharmacology and reviews drugs that may influence the management of dental hygiene patients. This course will enable the student to develop sufficient knowledge of pharmacology to permit safe and effective medical evaluation of patients for dental hygiene treatment.

    Prerequisites
    BIO 168 , BIO 173 , BIO 186 , CHM 110 , CHM 111 
  

  • DHY 140 - General and Oral Pathology

    2 credits
    This course encompasses the fundamental study of abnormal findings in and around the oral cavity, including identification of lesions, developmental disorders, neoplasia, genetics, inflammation, degenerative changes, oral manifestations of diseases and/or conditions. Instruction emphasizes case studies, vocabulary and terminology; along with the comprehensive integration throughout all clinical aspects of the inspection of the oral cavity and surrounding structures.

    Prerequisites
    DHY 114 
  

  • DHY 163 - Radiology

    3 credits
    This course encompasses the physics of radiation and radiation biology as they are related to the principles, techniques and interpretation of intra and extraoral radiographs. Quality in exposing, mounting and processing dental x-rays is stressed along with an emphasis on the safety of the patient and operator included in this course. Laboratory exercises will develop the students competency in exposing, processing and mounting radiographs.

    Corequisites
    DHY 114 
  

  • DHY 174 - Principles of Dental Hygiene

    5 credits
    This course introduces the students to the basic principles and theory of clinical dental hygiene. The course will cover the etiology of deposits and their effect on oral tissue. The students skill and performance in removal of deposits through instrumentation is emphasized utilizing hands on instruction and demonstration.
  

  • DHY 183 - Dental Hygiene I Theory

    2 credits
    This course builds upon the fundamental level dental hygiene knowledge and skills acquired in DHY 174 - Principles of Dental Hygiene . Emphasis centers on the dental hygiene process of care and utilizes the care model as the basis for the provision of care to individuals in specific populations, patients with special needs, and medically compromised patients. Emergency procedures and protocol will be presented and practiced with emphasis placed on the recognition and prevention of emergency conditions, medico-legal considerations, and management of emergencies in a dental environment.

    Corequisites
    DHY 184 
  

  • DHY 184 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I

    3 credits
    This course is an application of the instrumental skills utilized in preventative and therapeutic dental hygiene clinical experiences in oral prophylaxis, application of preventative therapeutics and radiography techniques to beginner level. This course is a pass/not pass course

    Corequisites
    DHY 183 , DHY 209 

    Prerequisites
    DHY 174 
  

  • DHY 209 - Periodontology

    3 credits
    This course covers the initiation, development, pathogenesis, mechanism, etiology and process of periodontal disease that is fundamental to the clinical hygienist. Periodontology provides an in-depth study of the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. It presents the microscopic oral anatomy of the periodontium, plaque-induced and non-plaque induced diseases and the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) classification of periodontal diseases, clinical characteristics, histopathology, and etiology of periodontal diseases. Special emphasis centers on the role of the immune system and host response to bacteria in the initiation and progression of periodontal disease, including risk factors associated with periodontal disease.

    Corequisites
    DHY 184 

    Prerequisites
    BIO 186 
  

  • DHY 224 - Dental Materials

    1 credits
    This course will cover the various materials used in restorative dentistry and other specialty areas in dentistry. Some of which are used to fabricate dental appliances and others for tooth restoration. Lecture and laboratory components will help students develop an understanding of the composition, properties, structure, and manipulative variables of dental materials historically used in dentistry as well as new materials and techniques that are rapidly evolving. Emphasis centers on practical application as well as clinical applications of materials and the need for educating patients regarding these materials along with the techniques for placement of materials in the oral cavity.

    Corequisites
    DHY 278 , DHY 280 

    Prerequisites
    DHY 233 , DHY 209 , DHY 140 , DHY 184 , DHY 183 
  

  • DHY 233 - Preventative Dentistry/Nutrition

    2 credits
    This course focuses on preventing disease and nutritions effect on oral health throughout the life cycle. It establishes the principles of counseling and emphasizes patient education and instruction in preventive dentistry necessary to maintain optimum oral health.

    Prerequisites
    BIO 168 , BIO 173 , BIO 186 , CHM 110 , CHM 111 
  

  • DHY 253 - Community Oral Health Rotations

    1 credits
    This course allows the student to apply public health/health education principles through implementation and evaluation of the students community dental health project and through participation in extramural rotations outside of the school setting. Emphasis is placed on students interacting with a variety of clients including children, the physically and mentally handicapped, indigent populations and geriatric groups. Experiences in interprofessional/disciplinary collaborations.

    Prerequisites
    DHY 256 
  

  • DHY 256 - Community Dentistry

    2 credits
    This course relates the concepts of dental public health and preventative dentistry, including principles of biostatistics, epidemiology, educational instruction, dental manpower and delivery systems. Students plan, implement and evaluate a community dental health project. Community Dentistry may include community service to be performed by the students.

    Prerequisites
    DHY 280 
  

  • DHY 265 - Current Dental Hygiene Practice

    2 credits
    This course explores the integration of therapy and clinical experiences to the application of practice management of dental hygiene. It is designed to orient the student to the various office settings and each team members role. This course will also help introduce the dental hygiene student the moral, legal and administrative challenges that can occur in the dental practice, including adult and child abuse and the legal aspects including the statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to the practice of dental hygiene in the state of Iowa. Dental Hygiene is a licensed profession and are held accountable for their actions. This course will provide an introduction to various ethical theories, moral philosophy and reasoning. The American Dental Hygienists Association Code of Ethics will provide a guide for the student in their daily practice. The governmental policy and employment regulations that impact the delivery of dental hygiene care will also be covered. Included in this course is baseline knowledge of Ethics as it relates to dental care issues.

    Prerequisites
    DHY 209 
  

  • DHY 278 - Dental Hygiene II Theory

    2 credits
    This course provides the continuing instruction and application of client education and clinical techniques. Dental Hygiene II is a continuation of clinical practices providing further instruction and application of patient education and oral prophylaxis techniques. Emphasis is placed on continued client assessment proficiency, instrumentation and radiographic skills with total over-all care of clients with simple to moderate patient classifications. Topics include mechanical scalers, air-polishing techniques, chemotherapeutics, endodontic pulp testing, sutures, intra-oral photography utilization. Pain control techniques are also covered including local anesthesia administration and nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalation analgesia.

    Prerequisites
    DHY 183 
  

  • DHY 280 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II

    3 credits
    This course continues the clinical practices providing further instruction and application of client education and clinical techniques. Emphasis is placed on continued client assessment proficiency, instrumentation and radiographic skills with total over-all care of clients with simple to moderate patient classifications. This is a pass/not pass course.

    Corequisites
    DHY 278 , DHY 224 

    Prerequisites
    DHY 183 , DHY 184 , DHY 140 , DHY 209 , DHY 233 
  

  • DHY 292 - Clincal Dental Hygiene III

    5 credits
    This course expands clinical practices of client education, introduction to advanced instrumentation and radiographic skills, increase efficiency and effectiveness in assessment and communication providing comprehensive dental hygiene care to advanced cases. This is a pass/not pass course.

    Corequisites
    DHY 293 , DHY 256 , DHY 132 

    Prerequisites
    DHY 278 , DHY 280 , DHY 224 
  

  • DHY 293 - Dental Hygiene III Theory

    2 credits
    This course expands the processes of providing further instruction and application of client education and non-surgical periodontal therapy and maintenance and preventative therapies on more complex periodontal cases. Emphasis is placed on advanced instrumentation and radiographic skills, increase efficiency and effectiveness in assessment and communication providing comprehensive dental hygiene care to advanced cases. Research principles are applied to facilitate the students comprehension and ability to critique professional and scientific literature to continue to learn and grow as a professional and enhance clinical practice.

    Prerequisites
    DHY 278  
  

  • DHY 302 - Clinical Dental Hygiene IV

    5 credits
    This course provides continued development of comprehensive care with emphasis placed on the ability to synthesize the instruction and techniques gained from the previous courses while providing comprehensive program exit-level competency for clients. Research principles are applied to facilitate growth as a professional and enhance clinical skills. This is a pass/not pass course.

    Prerequisites
    DHY-292
  

  • DHY 303 - Dental Hygiene IV Theory

    2 credits
    This course provides continued development of comprehensive care with emphasis placed on the ability to synthesize the instruction and techniques gained from the previous courses while providing comprehensive program exit-level competency for clients. Research principles are applied to facilitate the students comprehension and ability to critique professional and scientific literature to continue to learn and grow as a professional and enhance clinical practice.

    Prerequisites
    DHY 293 

Film and Theatre
  

  • DRA 101 - Introduction to Theatre

    3 credits
    Introduction to Theatre is a survey course which offers an inside look at how theatre works-both from the audience and the performers perspectives. The overview includes the roles of the audience, the writers, the actors, the directors and the technicians-and how those roles have evolved over time. It is designed to develop in the student an understanding and appreciation of theatrical productions. Students will get a first-hand look at a production in progress and also have an opportunity to experience a taste of performance at the end of the semester in a team presentation.
  

  • DRA 130 - Acting I

    3 credits
    Acting I offers energetic, in-class activities which are designed to develop concentration, energy, creativity and character connection, even for students who have never been onstage-or who might not even plan to be onstage someday. It is a performance-based course which offers much individual and group practice on techniques ranging from Improvisation and Motivated Movement Drills to Concentration/Creative Exercises to Physical Centering Techniques. It is designed to introduce students to the fundamental training components of Acting through participation in a variety of these creative exercises. The course culminates in scene work which teaches students to believe in the actions of a character.
  

  • DRA 132 - Acting II

    3 credits
    Acting II works beyond the fundamentals of acting covered in Acting I. The focus shifts from the building blocks of acting technique to practical application in scene work. While there will be some advanced improvisational technique, the bulk of the course centers on vocal and physical interpretation of characters and to the staging choices students make in preparing and performing their scenes.

    Prerequisites
    DRA 130 
  

  • DRA 154 - Theatre Production

    3 credits
    This hands-on course provides technical experience in the design and production process of a play or musical (as well as a series of smaller events) and includes a final project to be selected by the student with approval of the professor. All technical aspects of theatre will be covered in the class period and then implemented in the lab and required production hours.
  

  • DRA 254 - Theatre Production II

    3 credits
    This hands-on course provides more intensive technical knowledge and experience in the design and production process of plays, musicals, concerts, etc. and includes a group final project to be selected by the students with approval of the professor. Further study of the technical aspects of theatre, etc. will be covered in lecture during the class period and then individualized in the lab and required production hours.

    Prerequisites
    DRA 154 
  

  • DRA 929 - Individual Project

    1-4 credits
    Highly motivated students may wish to work intensively on a creative or research project that is more advanced than the course offerings of the department in that area. The student should possess the necessary background, such as any pre-requisite classes, and should initiate an application for such study. A maximum of four credit hours may be earned. Permission from the faculty or staff member with whom the student wishes to work is required.

Diesel
  

  • DSL 323 - Intro to Diesel Technology

    3 credits
    Intro to diesel technology will introduce students to the world of the diesel engine. It will get them familiar with the different engine manufactures and the different engine and power train systems used today. Shop safety and the tools and fasteners of the diesel industry will be covered. Students will learn how to safely use shop equipment like jacks and presses. Shop skills like drilling, tapping, torching, and welding will be covered in the lab. Fine skills like precision measuring will be extensively covered.
  

  • DSL 357 - Diesel Engines I

    3 credits
    The Diesel Engines I course will provide students with the opportunity to learn the basic principles of diesel engine overhaul and service. Students will learn the basics of diesel engines.
  

  • DSL 358 - Diesel Engines II

    3 credits
    The Diesel Engines II course will provide students with some advanced diesel engine repair and trouble shooting skills.
  

  • DSL 403 - Electronic Engine Control I

    3 credits
    The Electronic Engine Control I course will introduce electronic engine control systems and the components used on todays computer controlled diesel engines.
  

  • DSL 413 - Electronic Engine Control II

    3 credits
    Electronic Engine Control II will utilize all major electronic diagnostic software. It will be used to trouble shoot and repair problems, and change software on engine ECMs for horse power upgrades and service bulletin up dates. Students will use wiring schematics and rewire and trouble shoot electronically controlled engines. ABS brake systems and electronically controlled transmissions will also be covered.
  

  • DSL 426 - Intro to Med. and Heavy Duty Electronics

    3 credits
    Introduction to Medium and Heavy Duty Electronics will introduce students to the basics of electronic theory and concept. Laws of electronics such as OHMS law will be covered in depth. Students will learn how to perform proper wiring repairs with solder and learn how to use voltage and amperage tools. The digital multi meter will be introduced and covered in depth on the proper uses and functions. Electrical schematics and symbols will be introduced as well as troubleshooting procedures.
  

  • DSL 427 - Adv. Med. & Hvy Duty Electronics

    3 credits
    Advanced medium and heavy duty electronics will get students familiarized with electronic components found on trucks and equipment. Batteries, starting, and charging systems will be tested using modern test instruments. Students will learn how to use and read wiring schematics to diagnose and troubleshoot advanced electrical circuits. Students will be introduced to principles of controller networking and telematics. Basic sensors and testing will be covered including rheostats, potentiometers, thermistors, and magnetic generators.
  

  • DSL 445 - Diesel Fuel Systems

    3 credits
    The Diesel Fuel System course will provide students with the basics of direct and indirect diesel injection systems. Students will learn the different grades of diesel fuels and different types of filters used. Students will learn the operation and troubleshooting of rotary pumps (Distributor) and in line pumps. Students will learn the operation, troubleshooting and repair techniques associated with mechanical or electronic diesel injected fuel systems. Students will learn how to time and remove the pump and injectors on various engines. Fuel system flow will be extensively covered.
  

  • DSL 545 - Power Train and Maintenance

    3 credits
    The Power Train and Maintenance course will provide students with the opportunity to learn the correct service procedures when working with clutches, transmissions and final drives components.
  

  • DSL 547 - Ag and Commercial Power Train

    3 credits
    Ag and Commercial Power Train will teach students the power train side of heavy duty equipment. Starting with gear fundamentals and various clutch designs. Manual transmissions, Power shift Transmissions, CVT transmissions, and hydrostatic transmissions will be covered. Track propelling systems and heavy duty differentials and final drives will also be covered.
  

  • DSL 615 - Mobile Hydraulics Systems

    3 credits
    The Mobile Hydraulics Systems course will cover the basics of hydraulic pump, piping control values, filtration and oil maintenance.
  

  • DSL 620 - Semi Tractor Trailer Suspension & Align.

    3 credits
    The Semi Tractor Trailer Suspension Alignment course will provide students with the opportunity to learn how to service semi-tractor trailer suspension and laser alignment systems.
  

  • DSL 634 - Service Tractor Trailer Pneumatic Brake

    3 credits
    The Tractor Trailer Pneumatic Brake Service course will provide students with the basics of pneumatic brake systems progressing up through anti-lock pneumatic tractor trailer brake systems.
  

  • DSL 743 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

    3 credits
    The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration course will introduce students to the basics of heat pump, the safe handling of refrigerant gases, gauges testing, gas reclamation, and preventative maintenance procedures.
  

  • DSL 804 - Ag and Commercial Equipment Maintenance

    3 credits
    Ag and Commercial Maintenance will teach students how to maintain agricultural and commercial heavy duty equipment. Things from oil changes, hydraulic repair, heavy duty electrical starting systems and general maintenance will be covered. Then a more in-depth coverage of heavy duty track systems, final drives and PTOs will be covered.
  

  • DSL 835 - Commercial Drivers License

    2 credits
    The Commercial Drivers License course will provide students with the opportunity to obtain their CDL License.
  

  • DSL 838 - Diesel Automotive Systems

    3 credits
    The Diesel Automotive Systems course will provide students with the opportunity to learn to work on and service diesel powered automobiles.
  

  • DSL 840 - Diesel Operations and Maintenance 1

    3 credits
    The Diesel Operations and Maintenance I course will provide students with the opportunity to do real life trouble shooting and repair on projects in the shop. They will also learn the correct way to service and maintain trucks, trailers, and equipment.
  

  • DSL 841 - Diesel Operations and Maintenance II

    3 credits
    The Diesel Operations and Maintenance II course will provide students with the opportunity to use all of the information learned in Diesel Operations and Maintenance I and apply it to a real shop setting.
  

  • DSL 850 - On-Board Communication Systems

    3 credits
    The On-Board Communication Systems course will provide students with knowledge of the internal and external communication systems utilized in todays over the road tractor trailer units.
  

  • DSL 932 - Diesel Technology Internship

    4 credits
    The Internship in Diesel Mechanics course will allow students to experience working in a repair shop under the supervision of an experienced diesel mechanic.
  

  • DSL 949 - Spec Top: Ag Systems Technology

    3 credits
    This course, usually offered on a limited basis only, provides an in-depth study on a topic of general interest pertaining to this department.

Early Childhood Education
  

  • ECE 103 - Introduction Early Childhood Education

    3 credits
    Gives students a historical and philosophical foundation of the field of early childhood education. Includes an overview of assessment and evidence-based practices. Addresses the influences of family-centered practice, inclusion, culture and language. Explores early childhood careers.
  

  • ECE 133 - Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition

    3 credits
    Focuses on evidence-based concepts in the fields of health, safety and nutrition and their relationship to the growth and development of the young child ages birth to eight. Blends current theory with problem-solving, practical applications and assessments. Includes collaboration with families and assesses the role of culture, language and ability on health, safety, and nutrition decisions in early childhood settings.
  

  • ECE 158 - Early Childhood Curriculum I

    3 credits
    Focuses on the development, implementation and assessment of appropriate environments and curricula for young children ages three through eight. Students prepare to utilize evidence -based, developmentally appropriate practices in the context of childrens family, culture, language and abilities. Emphasis is on understanding childrens developmental stages and developing appropriate learning opportunities, interactions and environments to support each child in the following areas: dramatic play, art, music, fine and gross motor play.
  

  • ECE 159 - Early Childhood Curriculum II

    3 credits
    Focuses on the development, implementation and assessment of appropriate environments and curricula for young children ages three through eight. Students prepare to utilize developmentally appropriate evidence-based practices in a context of childrens culture, language and abilities. Emphasis is on understanding childrens developmental stages and developing appropriate learning opportunities, interactions and environments in the following areas: emergent literacy, math, science, technology and social studies.

    Prerequisites
    ECE 158 
  

  • ECE 221 - Infant/Toddler Care and Education

    3 credits
    Focuses on care, education, and assessment of children from birth to thirty-six months. Prepares students to utilize, developmentally appropriate evidenced-based practices including responsive caregiving, routines as curriculum, collaborative relationships with culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse children and families, and a focus on the whole child in inclusive settings.

    Prerequisites
    ECE 103 , ECE 133 , ECE 158 , PSY 222 , HSV 162 
 

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