2017-2018 Spring Publication 
    
    Jun 26, 2024  
2017-2018 Spring Publication [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


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Vocational Nursing

  
  • VNSG 1238 - Mental Illness


    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) Study of human behavior with emphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities and modes of treatment incorporating the nursing process. Prerequisite: Program Admission.
  
  • VNSG 1260 - Clinical I


    2 Credits (8 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This course involves direct patient interaction for mastery of nursing skills and competencies performed in a variety of health care settings with a focus on acute care. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; VNSG 1160 ; Corequisite: VNSG 1400  
  
  • VNSG 1262 - Clinical II


    2 Credits (11 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This course involves direct patient interaction for mastery of nursing skills and competencies performed in a variety of health care settings with a focus on acute care. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; VNSG 1160 , VNSG 1260 , VNSG 1304 , VNSG 1323 , VNSG 1400 ; Corequisite: VNSG 1409  
  
  • VNSG 1304 - Foundations of Nursing


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Introduction to the nursing profession including history, standards of practice, legal and ethical issues, and the role of vocational nurse. Topics include mental health, therapeutic communication, cultural and spiritual diversity, nursing process and holistic awareness. Prerequisite:  College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; College Level Readiness in Math; Program Admission; BIOL 2404 .
  
  • VNSG 1323 - Basic Nursing Skills


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Mastery of basic nursing skills and competencies for a variety of health care settings using the nursing process as the foundation for all nursing interventions. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; College Level Readiness in Math; Program Admission; BIOL 2404 . Corequisite: VNSG 1160  
  
  • VNSG 1330 - Maternal-Neonatal Nursing


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the biological, psychological, and sociological concepts applicable to basic needs of the family including childbearing and neonatal care. Utilization of the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Topics include physiological changes related to pregnancy, fetal development, and nursing care of the family during labor and delivery and the puerperium. Prerequisite: VNSG 1409 . Corequisite: VNSG 2161  
  
  • VNSG 1331 - Pharmacology


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Fundamentals of medications and their diagnostic, therapeutic, and curative effects. Includes nursing interventions utilizing the nursing process. Prerequisite: Program Admission.
  
  • VNSG 1334 - Pediatrics


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Study of the care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease. Emphasis on growth and developmental needs utilizing the nursing process. Prerequisite:  VNSG 1400 . Corequisite: VNSG 1163  
  
  • VNSG 1400 - Nursing in Health and Illness I


    4 Credits (4 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Introduction to general principles of growth and development, primary health care needs of the patient across the life span, and therapeutic nursing interventions. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; College Level Readiness in Math; Program admission; BIOL 2404 ; Corequisite: VNSG 1260  
  
  • VNSG 1409 - Nursing in Health and Illness II


    4 Credits (4 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Introduction to health problems requiring medical and surgical interventions. Prerequisite: VNSG 1400 ; Corequisite: VNSG 1262  
  
  • VNSG 2161 - Maternal/Newborn Clinical


    1 Credits (3 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This course involves direct patient interaction for mastery of nursing skills and competencies performed in a variety of health care settings with a focus on maternal/newborn care. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; VNSG 1163 , VNSG 1331 , VNSG 1262 , and VNSG 1409 ; Corequisite: VNSG 1330  
  
  • VNSG 2361 - Clinical - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training


    3 Credits (15 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This course involves direct patient interaction for mastery of nursing skills and competencies performed in a variety of health care settings with a focus on acute care. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; VNSG 1163 , VNSG 1331 , VNSG 1262  and VNSG 1409 ; Corequisite: VNSG 2410  
  
  • VNSG 2362 - VN Clinical I


    3 Credits (12 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: RNSG 1229 , RNSG 1362 , and RNSG 2504   Corequisite: VNSG 1122  
  
  • VNSG 2363 - Clinical: Practical Nurse II


    3 Credits (12 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This course is an elective for students enrolled in the ADN program. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: VNSG 2362  with a “C” or better
  
  • VNSG 2410 - Nursing in Health and Illness III


    4 Credits (4 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Continuation of Nursing in Health and Illness II. Further study of medical-surgical health problems of the patient including concepts of mental illness. Incorporates knowledge necessary to make the transition from student to graduate vocational nurse. Prerequisite: VNSG 1409 ;  Corequisite: VNSG 2361  

Welding Technology

  
  • METL 1266 - Practicum - Metallurgical Technology/Technician


    2 Credits (14 hrs. ext.) Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisite: METL 1313  and METL 2441  
  
  • METL 1301 - Introduction to Metallurgy


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of refining mechanical and physical properties of ferrous and nonferrous materials including the theory of alloys, heat treatment, and testing. Prerequisite: None
  
  • METL 1313 - Introduction to Corrosion


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An introduction to corrosion theory including terminology, causes of common corrosion problems in industry, and general remedies such as cathodic protection, protective coatings, material selection, and chemical treatments. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0308  
  
  • METL 2168 - Practicum - Metallurgical Technology/Technician


    1 Credits (7 hrs. ext.) Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisite: METL 1313  and METL 2441 
  
  • METL 2401 - Internal Corrosion Control


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An in-depth study of internal corrosion found in oil and gas wells, pipelines, refineries, process plants, and other industrial installations including the common types of testing and monitoring techniques, and mitigation methods. Prerequisite: METL 1313  and METL 2441  
  
  • METL 2405 - Atmospheric Corrosion Control


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An in-depth study of atmospheric corrosion control by coatings which includes surface preparation, coating selection, coating application, inspection, and failure analysis. Prerequisite: METL 1313  and METL 2441 
  
  • METL 2441 - Cathodic Protection


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An in-depth study of corrosion control of buried or submerged metallic structures utilizing both impressed and galvanic cathodic protection systems. Emphasis on regulatory compliance for pipelines and underground storage tanks. Prerequisite: METL 1313 
  
  • NDTE 1301 - Film Interpretation of Weldments


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) A study of radiographic film, including exploration of radiographic basics, interpretation, and causes and effects of discontinuities. Prerequisite: None
  
  • NDTE 1410 - Liquid Penetrant/Magnetic Particle Testing


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A theoretical study and practical application of the non-destructive testing techniques of penetrant and magnetic particle testing required by quality assurance and test personnel. Prerequisite: None
  
  • NDTE 1440 - Eddy Current Testing


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) General principles of Eddy Current Testing including theory, knowledge, and skills for basic examination; effects of material properties, probe types, calibration standards, and equipment selection. Prerequisite: None
  
  • NDTE 1454 - Intermediate Ultrasonics


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Applications of the ultrasonic techniques of materials testing for flaw sizing and characterization. Prerequisite: None
  
  • NDTE 2311 - Preparation for Certified Welding Inspector Exam


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Welding fundamentals, welding inspection and code interpretation in preparation for the certified welding inspector examination. Prerequisite: None
  
  • NDTE 2401 - Advanced Ultrasonics


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Emphasis on examination of components and characterization of flaws using advanced techniques. Prerequisite: None
  
  • PFPB 1191 - Special Topics in Plumbing Technology/Plumber


    1 Credits (4 hrs. lab.) Identification, installation, and testing of piping systems and their components. Nondestructive test methods will be used to insure piping system quality and safety. Prerequisite: Departmental Approval
  
  • PFPB 1305 - Basic Blueprint Reading for Pipefitters


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Reading interpreting and sketching piping drawings. Includes isometric and orthographic views. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PFPB 1408 - Basic Pipefitting Skills


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Mathematical operations necessary to calculate laying lengths of pipe fittings for fabrication. Identification and use of hand tools and power tools. Identification of pipe, pipe fittings, flanges, and fasteners used in the trade. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PFPB 2310 - Intermediate Blueprint Reading for Pipefitters


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Reading and interpreting advanced working drawings to calculate piping runs. Includes instrumentation symbols and abbreviations and the use of advanced sketching techniques to create isometric and orthographic drawings of piping and piping components. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PFPB 2407 - Pipe Fabrication and Installation I


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Pipe fabrication and various materials and installation of pipe supports. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PFPB 2408 - Piping Standards and Materials


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Identification, description, and application of piping standards and specifications. Includes identification and use of various metallic and non-metallic piping materials, identification and installation of valves, and material take-offs. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PFPB 2432 - Advanced Pipefitting Standards, Specifications, and Installation


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Skill development in motorized equipment, above-ground pipe installation valves, field routing and vessel trim, spring can supports, testing piping systems and equipment, basic plumbing, planning work activities, and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). Prerequisite: Departmental Approval.
  
  • PFPB 2441 - Pipe Fabrication and Installation II


    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Advanced pipe fabrication of various materials with emphasis on vertical, horizontal, and rolling off-sets using 45-degree fittings and odd-angle fittings. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • QCTC 1303 - Quality Control


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Information on quality control principles and applications. Designed to introduce the student to the quality control profession. The student will be introduced to the use of statistical analysis of data to establish control systems for use in product manufacturing. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 1314  and MCHN 1319 .
  
  • QCTC 1371 - Pressure Vessels Codes


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. A course in the requirements of inspection of pressure vessels including ASME Code Structure, function and requirements, Nondestructive Examination, Maintenance Inspection, Repairs and Alterations and Pressure Vessel Inspection Code. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  
  • QCTC 1446 - Testing and Inspection Systems


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) A study of testing and inspection systems including pertinent specifications, inspection tools, gauges, instruments, and mechanisms, used in illustrating the need for maintaining quality to established standards. Prerequisite: None
  
  • QCTC 1491 - Special Topics-Quality Control Technology/Technician


    4 Credits ( 3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab) Students will learn about latest inspection technology and trends. Students will also learn about appropriate inspection codes and how they relate to the inspection industry. Prerequisite: QCTC 2331 , NDTE 2311 , QCTC 1446 , NDTE 1454   Corequisite: NDTE 1410 NDTE 1301  
  
  • QCTC 2331 - Standards


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Philosophy and theory of appropriate standards, organizations, and systems integration relating to the standards criteria in society. Prerequisite: None
  
  • WLDG 1291 - Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist


    2 Credits (1 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) The students will design a project, made of metal with four or more pieces. They will then fabricate the pieces, and weld/assemble them together utilizing the following four processes: SMAW, GTAW, FCAW and GMAW. The project has to work as designed and all pieces have to meet industrial standards in size and finish. Prerequisite: Departmental approval; AAS capstone course and should be taken in the last semester of the AAS degree.
  
  • WLDG 1401 - Metalsmithing


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of welding techniques for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Skill development in brazing, forging, and welding in all processes to include coal and gas forges. Emphasis on combining metals and processes to demonstrate technique versatility. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • WLDG 1405 - Art Metals


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Fundamentals of producing utilitarian and ornamental items in various metals. Skills development through the techniques used in fabrication with sheet and/or stock materials including various welding and cutting processes. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • WLDG 1417 - Introduction to Layout and Fabrication


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. Prerequisite: None
  
  • WLDG 1421 - Welding Fundamentals


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the fundamentals of equipment used in oxyacetylene and arc welding, including welding and cutting safety, basic oxyacetylene welding and cutting, basic arc welding processes and basic metallurgy. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • WLDG 1428 - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, and various joint designs. Corequisite: WLDG 1421  
  
  • WLDG 1430 - Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. Prerequisite: WLDG 1421  
  
  • WLDG 1434 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG)


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), including setup, GTAW equipment. Instruction in various positions and joint designs. Prerequisite: WLDG 1421  
  
  • WLDG 1435 - Introduction to Pipe Welding


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process, including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes. Prerequisite: None
  
  • WLDG 1437 - Introduction to Welding Metallurgy


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability, and ductility. Prerequisite: None
  
  • WLDG 1453 - Intermediate Layout and Fabrication


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An intermediate course in layout and fabrication. Includes design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications. Prerequisite: WLDG 1417  
  
  • WLDG 1457 - Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in various positions. Prerequisite: WLDG 1428  
  
  • WLDG 2380 - Cooperative Education - Welder/Welding


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: Departmental approval
  
  • WLDG 2413 - Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding, shield metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), or any other approved welding process. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; WLDG 1421 .
  
  • WLDG 2435 - Advanced Layout and Fabrication


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An advanced course in layout and fabrication. Includes production and fabrication of layout, tools, and processes. Emphasis on application of fabrication and layout skills. Prerequisite: WLDG 1453  
  
  • WLDG 2440 - Advanced Metal Sculpture


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Project development in an open-studio atmosphere. Individualized instruction to encourage skill combinations and experimentation. Topics include portfolio preparation and presentation. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; WLDG 1405  
  
  • WLDG 2447 - Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG)


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Advanced topics in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). Includes welding in various positions and directions. Prerequisite: WLDG 1430  
  
  • WLDG 2451 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. Prerequisite: WLDG 1434  
  
  • WLDG 2453 - Advanced Pipe Welding


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process. Topics include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes. Prerequisite: WLDG 1435  
 

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