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Computer Information Technology
  

  • ITSY 2317 - Wireless Security Development

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Development of information security policies, standards, and guidelines for an organization. Includes Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), antivirus, Virtual Private Network (VPN), wireless communications, remote access, and other critical administrative and operational security policies. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. Emphasizes wireless security goals of availability, integrity, and confidentiality in the design, planning, implementing, operating, and troubleshooting of wireless LAN along with administrative controls. Prerequisite: None
  

  • ITSY 2341 - Security Management and Practices

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) In-depth coverage of security management practices, including asset evaluation and risk management; cyber law and ethics issues; policies and procedures; business recovery and business continuity planning; network security design; and developing and maintaining a security plan. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, ITSY 2300  and ITSY 2301  
  

  • ITSY 2342 - Incident Response and Handling

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) In-depth coverage of incident response and incident handling, including identifying sources of attacks and security breaches; analyzing security logs; recovering the system to normal; performing postmortem analysis; and implementing and modifying security measures. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, ITSY 2300 , ITSY 2301  
  

  • ITSY 2343 - Computer System Forensics

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) In-depth study of system forensics including methodologies used for analysis of computer security breaches. Gather and evaluate evidence to perform postmortem analysis of a security breach. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, ITSY 2300  and ITSY 2301  
  

  • ITSY 2377 - Ethical Hacker

    3 Credits (1 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) This course is designed to expose students to fundamentals of Cybersecurity with knowledge/skills specific to (but not limited to):  Security assessment role in organization security, the rules of business ethics as it relates to hacking, various tools and techniques for penetration testing, business ethical issues as related to cybersecurity; including social and ethical corporate responsibility. Prerequisite: ITCA 1371  
  

  • ITSY 2378 - Strategic Infrastructure Security

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) This course focus on the essential skills required in order to secure strategic infrastructures in an enterprise environment. Skills to be learned include (but not limited to):  Risk Analysis, security policies,and penetration testing techniques. Prerequisite: ITCA 1371  
  

  • ITSY 2379 - Cybersecurity Capstone

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) This course will focus on testing knowledge and skills learned from the other classes (technological, policy, auditing, risk assessment, etc.) in order to resolve the cybersecurity challenges within specific industries. Industries to be discussed will include (but not limited to): Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Banking. Prerequisite: Completion or co-req of all required program courses. 

Cosmetology
  

  • CSME 1248 - Principles of Skin Care

    2 Credits (6 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the theory and practice of skin care. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1420  and CSME 1421  
  

  • CSME 1254 - Artistry of Hair Design I

    2 Credits (1 hr. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Introduction to hair design. Topics include the theory and applications of wet styling, thermal hair styling, and finishing techniques. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1310 , CSME 1501 , and CSME 1505  
  

  • CSME 1310 - Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory

    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) Introduction to the theory and practice of hair cutting. Topics include terminology, implements, sectioning and finishing techniques. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1254 , CSME 1501 , and CSME 1505  
  

  • CSME 1420 - Orientation to Facial Specialist

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 7 hrs. lab.) An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of facials and skin care. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:  CSME 1421  
  

  • CSME 1421 - Principles of Facial and Skin Care Technology I

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the principles of facial and skin care technology. Topics include anatomy, physiology, theory, and related skills of facial and skin care technology. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1420  
  

  • CSME 1434 - Cosmetology Instructor I

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) The fundamentals of instruction of cosmetology students. Prerequisite: ENGL 1301  Corequisite: CSME 1435  
  

  • CSME 1435 - Orientation to the Instruction of Cosmetology

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. ext.) An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the instruction of cosmetology students. Prerequisite: 3 years of field experience, Texas operator’s license and 12 credit hours of academic work including ENGL 1301 .
  

  • CSME 1445 - Principles of Facial and Skin Care Technology II

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 7 hrs. lab.) A continuation of the concepts and principles in skin care and other related technologies. Topics include advanced instruction in anatomy, physiology, theory, and related skills of facial and skin care technology. Prerequisite: CSME 1421  with a “C” or better; Corequisite: CSME 2431  and CSME 1447  
  

  • CSME 1447 - Principles of Skin Care/ Facials and Related Theory

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) In-depth coverage of the theory and practice of skin care, facials, and cosmetics. Prerequisite: CSME 1421   Corequisite: CSME 1445  and CSME 2431  
  

  • CSME 1501 - Orientation to Cosmetology

    5 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of cosmetology. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1254 , CSME 1310 , and CSME 1505  
  

  • CSME 1505 - Fundamentals of Cosmetology

    5 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) A course in the basic fundamentals of cosmetology. Topics include safety and sanitation, service preparation, manicure, facial, chemical services, shampoo, haircut, wet styling, and comb out. Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: CSME 1254 , CSME 1310 , and CSME 1501  
  

  • CSME 1553 - Chemical Reformation and Related Theory

    5 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) Presentation of the theory and practice of chemical reformation including terminology, application, and workplace competencies. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 2501  
  

  • CSME 2310 - Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory

    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Advanced concepts and practice of haircutting. Topics include utilizing scissors, razor, and/or clippers. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: CSME 1553  and CSME 2501  with a “C” or better. Corequisite: CSME 2337  
  

  • CSME 2337 - Advanced Cosmetology Techniques

    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) Mastery of advanced cosmetology techniques including hair designs, professional cosmetology services, and workplace competencies. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 2310  
  

  • CSME 2414 - Cosmetology Instructor II

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) A continuation of the fundamentals of instruction of cosmetology students. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1434  and CSME 1435  
  

  • CSME 2431 - Principles of Facials and Skin Care Technology III

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) Advanced concepts and principles of skin care and other related technologies. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1445  and CSME 1447  
  

  • CSME 2444 - Cosmetology Instructor IV

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) Advanced concepts of instruction in a cosmetology program. Topics include demonstration, development, and implementation of advanced evaluation techniques. Prerequisite: ENGL 1301   Corequisite: CSME 2449  
  

  • CSME 2445 - Instructional Theory and Clinic Operation

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) An overview of the objectives required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Instructor Examination. Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 . Corequisite: CSME 2444  and CSME 2449  
  

  • CSME 2449 - Cosmetology Instructor III

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) Presentation of lesson plan assignments and evaluation techniques. Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 . Corequisite: CSME 2444 . 
  

  • CSME 2501 - Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory

    5 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) Presentation of the theory and practice of hair color and chemistry. Topics include terminology, application, and workplace competencies related to hair color and chemistry. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 1553  
  

  • CSME 2539 - Advanced Hair Design

    5 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) Advanced concepts in the theory and practice of hair design. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CSME 2541  
  

  • CSME 2541 - Preparation for the State Licensing Examination

    5 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 8 hrs. lab.) Preparation for the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Examination. Prerequisite: CSME 2310  and CSME 2337  with a “C” or better. Corequisite: CSME 2539  

Criminal Justice
  

  • CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes. (4301045124) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  

  • CRIJ 1306 - Court Systems and Practices

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statutes and case law. (2201015424) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  

  • CRIJ 1307 - Crime in America

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) The study of crime problems in historical perspective, social and public policy factors affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes, and crime prevention. (4504015225) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     

     

     

     

  

  • CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability. (2201015324) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     

  

  • CRIJ 1313 - Juvenile Justice System

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the juvenile justice process. Topics include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency. (4301045224) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     

     

  

  • CRIJ 2301 - Community Resources in Corrections

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An overview of diversionary practices and treatment programs available to offenders in a local context. Topics include selected recognized models and future trends in community treatment. (4301045324) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     

  

  • CRIJ 2313 - Correctional Systems and Practices

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems; treatment and rehabilitation; populations served; Constitutional issues; and current and future issues. (4301045424) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     

     

  

  • CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigation

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Study of investigative theory, the collection and preservation of evidence, sources of information, concepts of interviewing and interrogation, the use of forensic sciences, and trial preparation. (4301045524) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     

  

  • CRIJ 2323 - Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Exploration of police authority. Topics include responsibilities and constitutional restraints, laws of arrest, search and seizure, and police liability. (4301045624) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     

  

  • CRIJ 2328 - Police Systems and Practices

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics, and use of authority. (4301045724) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

     


Dance
  

  • DANC 1141 - Ballet I

    1 Credits (3 hrs. lab.) Instruction and participation in ballet technique. Emphasis is upon placement, alignment, technique and terminology. Classical ballet barre, center work and floor combinations are utilized. (5003015226) Prerequisite: None
  

  • DANC 1142 - Ballet II

    1 Credits (3 hrs. lab.) Instruction and participation in ballet technique. This course is a continuation of DANC 1141  and provides additional instruction and practice in beginning ballet technique. Emphasis is upon placement, alignment, technique and terminology. Classical ballet barre, center work and floor combinations are utilized. (5003015226) Prerequisite: DANC 1141  or instructor approval.
  

  • DANC 1145 - Modern Dance I

    1 Credits (3 hrs. lab.) This introductory course provides instruction and practice in beginning modern dance technique. Emphasis is upon placement, alignment, technique and terminology. Basic floor, center and locomotor techniques are utilized. (5003015226) Prerequisite: None
  

  • DANC 1146 - Modern Dance II

    1 Credits (3 hrs. lab.) This course is a continuation of DANC 1145 . It provides intermediate instruction and practice in modern dance technique. Emphasis continues to be upon placement, alignment, technique and terminology. Intermediate patterns of floor, center and locomotor technique are used. (5003015226) Prerequisite: DANC 1145  or instructor approval
  

  • DANC 1147 - Jazz I

    1 Credits (3 hrs. lab.) Instruction and participation in jazz dance technique. Emphasis is upon placement, alignment, technique and terminology. Body awareness and development, rhythm awareness, jazz styles and rhythmic combinations of movement are studied.  (5003015226) Prerequisite: None
  

  • DANC 1148 - Jazz II

    1 Credits (3 hrs. lab.) Instruction and participation in jazz dance technique. This course is a continuation of DANC 1147 . Emphasis continues to be upon placement, alignment, technique and terminology. Intermediate patterns involving body awareness and development, rhythm awareness, jazz styles and rhythmic combinations of movement are studied.  (5003015226) Prerequisite: DANC 1147  or instructor approval
  

  • DANC 1301 - Dance Composition

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course provides instruction and practice in the analysis of the basic elements of dance. Emphasis is upon the use of space, rhythm, time and energy. Opportunities to analyze, explore, and study elements of movement design are provided. (5003015526) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  

  • DANC 2303 - Dance Appreciation

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) The cultural, historical and aesthetic qualities of dance are presented through lectures, films, videos, and dance productions. Primitive, classical and contemporary dance forms are included. (5003015426) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.

Dental Hygiene
  

  • DHYG 1160 - Clinical Dental Hygienist II

    1 Credits (6 hrs. ext.) This is 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. A method of instruction providing detailed education, training and work-based experience and direct patient/client care in the dental hygiene clinic on the LSC-Kingwood campus. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation and placement are the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid learning experiences. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1260 , DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1211 , DHYG 1235   
  

  • DHYG 1201 - Orofacial Anatomy, Histology and Embryology

    2 Credits (1 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) The histology and embryology of oral tissues, gross anatomy of the head and neck, tooth morphology and individual tooth identification. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program; Corequisite: BIOL 2402 ; DHYG 1431 ; DHYG 1304  and DHYG 1203   
  

  • DHYG 1203 - Preventive Dental Hygiene I

    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) The role of the dental hygienist as a therapeutic oral health care provider with emphasis on concepts of disease management, health promotion, communication and behavior modification. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite:  College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program; Corequisite: DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1304  and DHYG 1431  
  

  • DHYG 1207 - General and Dental Nutrition

    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) General nutrition and nutritional biochemistry emphasizing the effect nutrition has on oral health. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1304 , DHYG 1203   Corequisite: DHYG 2362 , DHYG 2231 , DHYG 1239    
  

  • DHYG 1211 - Periodontology

    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Normal and diseased periodontium including the structural, functional, and environmental factors. Emphasis on etiology, pathology, treatment modalities, and therapeutic and preventive periodontics. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1304 , DHYG 1203     Corequisite: DHYG 2201 ,DHYG 1260 , DHYG 1235    
  

  • DHYG 1215 - Community Dentistry

    2 Credits (1 hr. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) The principles and concepts of community public health and dental health education emphasizing community assessment, educational planning, implementation, and evaluation including methods and materials used in teaching dental health education in various community settings. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: DHYG 1211 , DHYG 1235 , DHYG 1239 , DHYG 2231  and DHYG 2362 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Corequisite: DHYG 2153 , DHYG 2363 .
  

  • DHYG 1219 - Dental Materials

    2 Credits (1 hr. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Physical and chemical properties of dental materials including the application and manipulation of the various materials used in dentistry. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1260 , DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1235 , DHYG 1211                   Corequisite: DHYG 1160  
  

  • DHYG 1235 - Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist

    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) Classification of drugs and their uses, actions, interactions, side effects, contraindications, with emphasis on dental applications. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing;  DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1304 , DHYG 1203   Corequisite:  DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1260 , DHYG 1211  
  

  • DHYG 1239 - General and Oral Pathology

    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) Disturbances in human body development, diseases of the body, and disease prevention measures with emphasis on the oral cavity and associated structures. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1160 , DHYG 1219   Corequisite: DHYG 2231 , DHYG 2362 , DHYG 1207  
  

  • DHYG 1260 - Clinical Dental Hygiene/Hygienist I

    2 Credits (12 hrs. ext.) This is 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. A method of instruction providing detailed education, training and work-based experience and direct patient/client care in the dental hygiene clinic on the Lone Star College-Kingwood campus. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation and placement are the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid learning experiences. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1203 , DHYG 1304 , DHYG 1431   Corequisite: DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1211 , DHYG 1235   
  

  • DHYG 1304 - Dental Radiology

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Fundamentals of oral radiography, including techniques, interpretation, quality assurance, and ethics. Prerequisite:  College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Acceptance into the dental hygiene program. Corequisite: BIOL 2402 , DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1203 , and DHYG 1431 . 
  

  • DHYG 1431 - Preclinical Dental Hygiene

    4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) Foundational knowledge for performing clinical skills on patients with emphasis on procedures and rationale for performing dental hygiene care. Introduction to ethical principles as they apply to dental hygiene care. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite:  College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Departmental approval; Acceptance into the dental hygiene program; Corequisite: DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1203 , and DHYG 1304 .
  

  • DHYG 2153 - Dental Hygiene Practice

    1 Credits (2 hr. lab.) Emphasis on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards, and the ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations, and preparation for employment. Prerequisite: DHYG 1211 , DHYG 1235 , DHYG 1239 , DHYG 2231  and DHYG 2362 . Corequisite: DHYG 1215  and DHYG 2363  
  

  • DHYG 2201 - Dental Hygiene Care I

    2 Credits (1 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Dental hygiene care for the medically or dentally compromised patient including supplemental instrumentation techniques. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: DHYG 1201 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1203  and DHYG 1304   Corequisite: DHYG 1260 , DHYG 1211 , DHYG 1235  
  

  • DHYG 2231 - Dental Hygiene Care II

    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) A continuation of  Dental Hygiene Care I. Dental hygiene care for the medically or dentally compromised patient including advanced instrumentation techniques. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1160 , DHYG 1219   Corequisite: DHYG 1239 , DHYG 1207 , DHYG 2362  
  

  • DHYG 2362 - Clinical - Dental Hygienist III

    3 Credits (18 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. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1219  and DHYG 1160   Corequisite: DHYG 1207  
  

  • DHYG 2363 - Clinical Dental Hygienist IV

    3 Credits (18 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. A method of instruction providing detailed education, training and work-based experience and direct patient/client care in the dental hygiene clinic on the Kingwood College campus as well as external clinical sites. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation and placement are the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid learning experiences. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DHYG 1211 , DHYG 1235 , DHYG 1239 , DHYG 2231  and DHYG 2362 . Corequisite: DHYG 2153  and DHYG 1215  

Developmental Education
  

  • ENGL 0112 - Non Semester Length Integrated Reading and Writing Option

    1 Credits (1 hr. lec.) Integration of critical reading and academic writing skills. Successful completion of this intervention if taught at the upper (exit) level fulfills TSI requirements for reading and/or writing. This intervention is designed specifically for students assessed at BASE levels 3-4 and must be part of a student’s co-enrollment (co-requisite) enrollment: as a mainstreamed intensifier providing contact hours for additional, just-in-time instructional support for the student’s success in the developmental IRW course, or as a contextualized and/or integrated basic skills instructional support for a Career/Technical Education course. (3201086012) Prerequisite: A placement score below college level in reading and/or writing but within a designated range.
  

  • ENGL 0115 - Non-Semester Length Competency-Based Reading Option

    1 Credits (1 hr. lab.) Development of reading and higher order thinking skills necessary for college readiness. This intervention is designed specifically for students assessed at BASE levels 3-4 and must be part of a student’s co-enrollment (co-requisite) enrollment: as a mainstreamed intensifier providing contact hours for additional, just-in-time instructional support for the student’s success in the developmental reading course, or as a contextualized and/or integrated basic skills instructional support for a Career/Technical Education course. (3201086112) Prerequisite: A placement score below college level in reading but within a designated range.
  

  • ENGL 0117 - Non-Semester Length Competency-Based Writing Option

    1 Credits (1 hr. lab.) Development of college-level writing focusing on idea generation, drafting, organization, revision, and utilization of standard English. (3201086212) Prerequisite: A placement score below college level in writing but within a designated range.
  

  • ENGL 0119 - Non-Semester Length Competency-Based Advanced Reading/Writing Option

    1 Credits (1 hr. lab.) Integration of critical reading and academic writing skills. (3201086012) Prerequisite: A placement score below college-level reading and/or college-level writing but within a designated range.
  

  • ENGL 0302 - Integrated Reading and Writing I

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) This course is designed to prepare students for ENGL 0309 , Integrated Reading and Writing II. Topics include applying active reading strategies and facilitating sentence and paragraph writing. This course integrates Developmental Reading I (ENGL 0304 ) and Developmental Writing I (ENGL 0306 ). This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. This course may be used to fulfill courses ENGL 0304  and/or ENGL 0306 . (3201085912) Prerequisite: Placement by testing
  

  • ENGL 0303 - Basic Communications

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) A basic skills course designed to improve reading and writing ability in a variety of relevant contexts. This course focuses on phonetic and word analysis skills, vocabulary, literal comprehension, transitions, and context clues. The course includes interpretation of factual material, identification of main ideas and supporting details, the relationship of meaning to grammatical form, and dictionary skills. Sentence writing is required to complete varied reading activities. Students successfully completing this course will be prepared for ENGL 0304  and ENGL 0306 . This course will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201085212) Prerequisite: Placement by testing.
  

  • ENGL 0304 - Developmental Reading I

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) A basic reading course designed to improve reading efficiency through word analysis skills, vocabulary, comprehension and rate. Sentence/paragraph writing is required to complement extensive and varied reading activities. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201085212) Prerequisite: Placement by testing
  

  • ENGL 0306 - Developmental Writing I

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) The first of two developmental writing courses designed to improve the student’s basic writing skills. Class activities and lab assignments will be used to produce clarity and precision in sentence and paragraph structure. Specific course topics include an introduction to the writing process and a review of grammar, usage and mechanics. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201085312) Prerequisite: Placement by testing
  

  • ENGL 0309 - Integrated Reading and Writing II

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) This is a combined lecture/lab, performance-based course designed to develop students’ critical reading and academic writing skills. The focus of the course will be on applying critical reading skills for organizing, analyzing, and retaining material and developing written work appropriate to the audience, purpose, situation, and length of the assignment. The course integrates preparation in basic academic reading skills with basic skills in writing a variety of academic essays. This is a course with a required lab. The course fulfills TSI requirements for reading and writing. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and may not be used to meet degree requirements.  (3201085912) Prerequisite: ENGL 0302  or ENGL 0304  and ENGL 0306  or placement by testing
  

  • MATH 0106 - Pre-Algebra NCBO

    1 Credits (1 hr. lab) A non-course based option designed for students who need to master a subset of the prerequisite learning outcomes. Topics may include basic arithmetic operations on integers and rational numbers, order of operations, introduction to basic geometric concepts, simplification of algebraic expressions and techniques of solving simple linear equations. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not meet degree requirements. (3201045519) Prerequisite: Placement by Testing
    Course Outcomes
    1. Define, represent, and perform operations on real numbers, applying reasoning to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and real world problems in a variety of contexts.
    a. Demonstrate skills in computations, estimations, order of operations and applications involving rational numbers. (ABE Level 5)
    b. Demonstrate skills in computations, estimations, order of operations, and applications involving integers. (ABE Level 5)
    c. Demonstrate skill using the Commutative, Associative, Distributive, and Identity Properties of Addition and Multiplication on algebraic expressions. (ABE Level 5)
    2. Use appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary to communicate, interpret, and explain mathematical concepts.
    3. Solve linear equations in one variable. (ABE Level 5)
    4. Use algebraic reasoning to solve problems that require ratios, rates, percentages, and proportions in a variety of contexts using multiple representations.
    5. Use graphs, tables, and technology to analyze, interpret, and compare data sets.
    6. Construct and use mathematical models in verbal, algebraic, graphical, and tabular form to solve problems from a variety of contexts and to make predictions and decisions.
    7. Apply algebraic reasoning to manipulate expressions and equations to solve real world problems.
  

  • MATH 0108 - Introductory Algebra NCBO

    1 Credits (1 hr. lab.) A non-course based option designed for students who need to master a subset of the learning outcomes for MATH 0308  . Topics may include basic arithmetic operations, solving linear equations and inequalities, laws of integer exponents, factoring, rational expressions, the Cartesian coordinate system, graphing lines, finding equations of lines and solving linear systems. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not meet degree requirements. (3201045319) Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
  

  • MATH 0109 - Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning NCBO

    1 Credits (1 hr. lab) A non-course based option designed for students who need to master a subset of the learning outcomes for MATH 0309   in preparation for college level statistics or quantitative reasoning courses. Topics may include: numeracy with an emphasis on estimation and fluency with large numbers; evaluating expressions and formulas; rates, ratios and proportions; percentages; solving equations; linear models; data interpretations including graphs and tables; verbal, algebraic and graphical representations of functions; exponential models. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201045319) Prerequisite: Placement by testing.
  

  • MATH 0110 - Intermediate Algebra NCBO

    1 Credits (1 hr. lab.) A non-course based option designed for students who need to master a subset of the learning outcomes for MATH 0310 . Topics may include special products and factoring, rational expressions and equations, rational exponents, radicals, radical equations, quadratic equations, absolute value equations and inequalities, complex numbers, equations of lines, an introduction to the function concept, and graphing. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201045419) Prerequisite: Departmental approval
  

  • MATH 0308 - Introductory Algebra

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr lab.) Topics for all formats include basic algebraic operations, solving linear equations and inequalities, laws of integer exponents, factoring, rational expressions, the Cartesian coordinate system, graphing lines, finding equations of lines, solving linear systems, and rates, ratios and proportions; percentages. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201045119) Prerequisite: Placement by testing
    Course Outcomes
    1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials.
    2. Factor polynomials.
    3. Simplify expressions using definitions and laws of integer exponents.
    4. Sketch graphs of linear relations and determine a linear equation in two variables given pertinent information.
    5. Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable and compound inequalities in one variable.
    6. Solve quadratic equations using the factoring method.
    7. Solve systems of linear equations in two variables, including applications.
    8. Use linear equations to solve applications.
    9. Find the slope and x and y- intercepts of a linear relation.
    10.Solve problems that require rates, ratios, percentages, and proportions using algebraic reasoning.
  

  • MATH 0309 - Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab) This course surveys a variety of mathematical topics needed to prepare students for college level statistics or quantitative reasoning courses. Topics include: numeracy with an emphasis on estimation and fluency with large numbers; evaluating expressions and formulas; rates, ratios and proportions; percentages; solving equations; linear models; data interpretations including graphs and tables; verbal, algebraic and graphical representations of functions; exponential models. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201045119) Prerequisite: Placement by testing.
  

  • MATH 0310 - Intermediate Algebra

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Topics for all formats include special products and factoring, rational expressions and equations, rational exponents, radicals, radical equations, quadratic equations, absolute value equations and inequalities, complex numbers, equations of lines, an introduction to the function concept, and graphing. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201045219) Prerequisite: MATH 0308  or placement by testing
  

  • MATH 0312 - Developmental Modular Based Math

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Modular based course focused on pre-algebra, introductory algebra, and intermediate algebra competencies. Students will work on course competencies in MATH 0308  and MATH 0310  based on placement data. The modular design will allow students to possibly complete more than one course level in a semester. Class meets face-to-face and attendance is required. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201045219) Prerequisite: Placement by testing, or MATH 0308   

Diagnostic Medical Sonography
  

  • DMSO 1210 - Introduction to Sonography

    2 Credits (1 hr. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the profession of sonography and the role of the sonographer. Emphasis on medical terminology, ethical/legal aspects, written and verbal communication, and professional issues relating to registry, accreditation, professional organizations and history of the profession. Prerequisite: Admission to program; Corequisite: DMSO 1360 , DMSO 1455 , DMSO 1302  and DMSO 1351 , OR DMSO 1302 , DSAE 1415  and DSAE 1360  
  

  • DMSO 1266 - Practicum I

    2 Credits (20 hrs. ext.) Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: DMSO 1302  , DMSO 1351  , DMSO 1360  , and DMSO 1455 . Corequisite: DMSO 1342 , DMSO 2253  and DMSO 2405  

     

  

  • DMSO 1267 - Practicum II

    2 Credits (16 hrs. ext.) Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DMSO 1342 , DMSO 1266 , DMSO 2253  and DMSO 2405   Corequisite: DMSO 2342  and DMSO 2351  
  

  • DMSO 1302 - Basic Ultrasound Physics

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hrs. lab.) Basic acoustical physics and acoustical waves in human tissue. Emphasis on ultrasound transmission in soft tissues, attenuation of sound energy, parameters affecting sound transmission, and resolution of sound beams. Prerequisite: Departmental approval and admission to the program. Corequisite: DMSO 1360 , DMSO 1351 , DMSO 1455   or DSAE 1415  and DSAE 1360 . 

     

  

  • DMSO 1342 - Intermediate Ultrasound Physics

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Continuation of Basic Ultrasound Physics. Includes interaction of ultrasound with tissues, mechanics of ultrasound production and display, various transducer designs and construction, quality assurance, bioeffects, and image artifacts. May introduce methods of Doppler flow analysis. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; DMSO 1302 , DMSO 1351 , DMSO 1360  and DMSO 1455   OR  DSAE 1360  with a minimum grade of C and DSAE 1415 . Corequisite: DMSO 1266 , DMSO 2253 , DSAE 2404   and DMSO 2405  OR DSAE 2303  and DSAE 1364  

     

  

  • DMSO 1351 - Sonographic Sectional Anatomy

    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Sectional anatomy of the male and female body. Includes anatomical relationships of organs, vascular structures, and body planes and quadrants. Prerequisite: Admission to the program. Corequisite: DMSO 1302 , DMSO 1360  and DMSO 1455 .  
  

  • DMSO 1360 - Clinical - Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technician

    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. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: Admission to the program; Corequisite: DMSO 1302 , DMSO 1351  and DMSO 1455 . 
  

  • DMSO 1455 - Sonographic Pathophysiology

    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Pathology and pathophysiology of the abdominal structures visualized with ultrasound. Include abdomen, and pelvis. Prerequisite: Admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Corequisite: DMSO 1302 , DMSO 1351  and DMSO 1360  
  
  
  

  • DMSO 2253 - Sonography of Superficial Structures

    2 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Detailed study of normal and pathological superficial structures as related to scanning techniques, patient history and laboratory data, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Prerequisite: DMSO 1302 , DMSO 1351 , DMSO 1360  and DMSO 1455 . Corequisite: DMSO 1342 , DMSO 1266  and DMSO 2405  
  

  • DMSO 2342 - Sonography of High Risk Obstetrics

    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) Maternal disease and fetal abnormalities. Includes scanning techniques, patient history and laboratory data, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Prerequisite: Departmental approval; DMSO 1342 , DMSO 1266 , DMSO 2253  and DMSO 2405 ; Corequisite: DMSO 1267  and DMSO 2351  
  
  

  • DMSO 2366 - Practicum III

    3 Credits (24 hrs. ext.) Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: DMSO 1267 , DMSO 2342  and DMSO 2351 ; Corequisite: DMSO 2130 , DMSO 2245  and DSVT 2200  
  

  • DMSO 2405 - Sonography of Obstetrics/Gynecology

    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Detailed study of the pelvis and obstetrics/gynecology as related to scanning techniques, patient history and laboratory data, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Prerequisite: DMSO 1302 , DMSO 1351 , DMSO 1360  and DMSO 1455 . Corequisite: DMSO 1342 , DMSO 1266 , DMSO 2253 .
  

  • DSAE 1360 - Clinical

    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. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: Admission to the program. Corequisite: DMSO 1302  and DSAE 1415  
  

  • DSAE 1364 - Practicum I

    3 Credits (23 hrs. ext.) Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: Departmental approval; DMSO 1302 , DSAE 1360  and DSAE 1415 . Corequisite: DMSO 1342 , DSAE 2303  and DSAE 2404  
  

  • DSAE 1415 - Principles of Adult Echocardiography

    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An introduction to cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, including hemodynamics and spatial relationships of the normal adult heart. Topics include anatomical correlation of 2-D, M-Mode, and Doppler sonographic imaging. Scanning techniques are correlated and taught in the laboratory sessions. Prerequisite: Admission to the program. Corequisite: DMSO 1302 , DSAE 1360  
  

  • DSAE 2235 - Advanced Echocardiography

    2 Credits (1 hr. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Advanced echocardiographic procedures. Topics include stress echo, related diagnostic imaging, and related noninvasive cardiac testing. Prerequisite: Departmental approval; DMSO 2351 , DSAE 2437  and DSAE 2264 ; Corequisite: DSVT 2200 , DMSO 2130  and DSAE 2365  
 

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