Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 General Catalog 
    
2021-2022 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Computer Programming

  
  • CIS 215 - Server Side Web Programming


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Server Side Web Programming introduces several of the most common server-sided scripting languages used in business today. The programming constructs used in these languages are covered. Scripts are designed, programmed, tested, and debugged.
    Prerequisite(s): CIS 213 - Advanced Client Side Scripting  and CIS 134 - Web Design .
  
  • CIS 227 - Advanced Web Design


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Advanced Web Design introduces students to more advanced skills by using color and typography creatively and how to achieve effective web page layout by incorporating principles and standards of the web design process in the web environment. Students explore advanced web production skills such as layers and table-free layouts, templates, reusable elements, external Cascading Style Sheets, XML, automation of dynamic HTML, and site management. Students also explore complex websites with more advanced design concepts in web site creation, such as efficient navigation design, portability and accessibility, separating content from presentation for easy site updating and maintenance, planning interactivity, and search engine optimization.
    Prerequisite(s): CIS 134 - Web Design  and CIS 213 - Advanced Client Side Scripting .
  
  • CIS 332 - Database and SQL


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Database and SQL introduces students to the techniques and methodologies needed to construct large relational databases. It covers Data Modeling, System Query Language (SQL) and Application Programming Interfaces (API).
  
  • CIS 601 - Introduction to Cryptography


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Cryptography provides an introduction to the fundamental components of encryption. Topics include the history of cryptography, public key and private key systems, hashing, and digital signatures. Students study the development of the Advanced Encryption Standard, the use and functionality of Pretty Good Privacy, and the Secure Socket Layer.
  
  • CIS 602 - Cyber Investigations and Forensics


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 2
    Cyber Investigations and Forensics examines basic methods of investigation, information acquisition, and management of Internet and computer forensic cases. Topics include record-searching, note taking and report writing, and using scientific methodology in cyber investigations. Students apply the basic tools and techniques for forensic analysis of computers, networks systems, and mobile devices.
  
  • CIS 616 - Network and Information Security Basics


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Network and Information Security Basics is a survey of network and information security. Topics include threat assessment, risk management, establishing and managing network security policy, user training, security models, objectives, architectures, and the investigative process. It examines information security topics, such as constitutional issues, applicable laws, right and rules of evidence, confidentiality, integrity, availability, accountability, and auditing.
  
  • CIS 617 - Information Systems, Forensics, and Legal Topics


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Information Systems, Forensics, and Legal Topics presents computer forensics concepts, tools, and data analysis. Students explore civil and common law issues that apply to information systems and gain practical experience in evidence detection and preservation. Students learn the concepts of establishing communications with company leadership and investigative agencies.
  
  • CIS 619 - Network Attacks, Intrusions, and Penetration Testing


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 2

    Network Attacks, Intrusions, and Penetration Testing covers attack and intrusion methods and how to defend against them. By studying network security from the point of view of the cracker and hacker, students get hands-on exposure to penetration testing and intrusion detection systems. Students investigate methods used to circumvent systems, malicious code and its impact on systems, and defense against attacks.

  
  • CIS 621 - Assessments and Audits


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Assessments and Audits introduces students to the principles of risk assessment, vulnerability analysis, and auditing and how they are used to evaluate the effectiveness of information security controls. Students develop an understanding of threat and asset identification, countermeasures and safeguards, acceptable risks, and vulnerabilities. The course introduces auditing concepts of technical, physical, and administrative controls and discusses how to measure these controls for effectiveness.
  
  • CIS 623 - Boundary Protection


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 2
    Boundary Protection introduces the various methodologies for defending a network. Students focus on the concepts of firewalls, including packet filtering, proxy firewalls, application gateways, circuit gateways, and stateful inspection. Students delve into security planning, well-designed security policies, and integrated support from anti-virus software, intrusion detection systems, and related tools. This course explores firewalls in the context of these critical elements, providing an overview that focuses on both managerial and technical aspects of security.
  
  • CIS 625 - Information Assurance Fundamentals


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Information Assurance Fundamentals topics include leading practices for information security and assurance governance and risk management. Students focus on network architecture and design of systems to maximize assurance. Students concentrate on business continuity, disaster recovery planning, resiliency, data privacy, risks, and laws. Student learn to understand legal, investigation, information-security incident response and management processes and developing secure application software.
  
  • CIS 627 - Building Secure Environments


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Building Secure Environments examines a variety of communication protocols, the client/server applications that use them, and their vulnerabilities. Students explore methods to mitigate vulnerabilities of Internet/Intranet applications while maintaining Web servers and workstations usability. Discussion centers on best practices and students use a variety of methods to build, test, and defend all computers in the enterprise environment.
  
  • CIS 628 - Information Warfare


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Information Warfare is designed as an overview of the fundamental processes associated with waging war in an electronic age. Topics include strategic planning and tactical analysis for target identification, reconnaissance, and tool selection. The course focuses on individual, corporate and national forms of warfare.
  
  • CIS 629 - Security Capstone


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 2
    Security Capstone provides realistic, hands-on, scenario-based environments in which to combine and implement concepts and tools covered in previous courses. Students conduct risk analyses and threat assessments, and they complete security plans that include auditing, monitoring, incident response, forensics, and penetration testing. 
    Prerequisite(s): Permission from the instructor
  
  • CIS 780 - Computer Projects


    3.0 - 6.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2-4
    Lab/Clinical 2-4
    Computer Projects involves systems from inception to completion. Projects revolve around courses taken in the curriculum with emphasis on systems, hardware, software, languages and databases.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission from the instructor.

Computer Science

  
  • CSC 110 - Introduction to Computers


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Computers consists of a hands-on introduction to microcomputer hardware, operating systems and application software. Students enter, modify and manipulate data with word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database programs. Students should be familiar with the standard keyboard.
  
  • CSC 114 - Introduction to Information Technology


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Information Technology examines computer hardware and software, computer networking, and data analysis and communication. Business case problems are used to introduce students to the general concepts of computers and information technology. Students work extensively in teams to collaborate and design solutions to business case problems using case-based problem methodology.
  
  • CSC 116 - Information Computing


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Information Computing 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). (3/0)
  
  • CSC 121 - Operating Systems


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Operating Systems is a hands-on course introducing the concepts of operating systems, including process, memory and storage management, protection, security and distributed systems. Students learn basic command line tools, scripting, file management and commands for several different operating systems.

Construction

  
  • CON 114 - Residential Print Reading


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Residential Print Reading presents an introduction to the fundamentals of drafting and blueprint reading applicable to residential construction. Students interpret and translate working drawings and specifications.
  
  • CON 115 - Commercial Print Reading


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Commercial Print Reading provides advanced skills in the interpretation of blueprints and construction drawings. Students interpret and translate working drawings and specifications for commercial construction.
  
  • CON 118 - Introduction to Sustainable Construction


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Sustainable Construction provides students with a working knowledge of sustainable systems and their impact on the construction industry. Students study sustainable principles, materials, methods, and their impact on the environment.
  
  • CON 119 - Construction Materials and Inspection


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Construction Materials and Inspection deals with construction materials of the past, present, and future. The course emphasizes the selection, application, and laboratory testing of construction materials. Students become familiar with aspects of a construction inspector’s duties, responsibilities, and record keeping.
  
  • CON 170 - Building Construction Techniques I


    6.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 18
    Building Construction Techniques I provides the practical application of selected construction techniques. It covers preparation and flat concrete work as well as fundamentals of block laying and brick laying techniques as they relate to basic construction.
  
  • CON 171 - Building Construction Techniques II


    6.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 18
    Building Construction Techniques II provides practical application of selected building techniques. Students learn construction techniques in floor, wall and ceiling systems, stair construction and interior finishing skills.
  
  • CON 180 - Principles of Building Construction I


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Principles of Building Construction I provides an introduction to the building construction process. It emphasizes construction safety issues and building code requirements; characteristics, use, and selection of building materials; and selection, care, and use of hand and power tools.
  
  • CON 181 - Principles of Building Construction II


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Principles of Building Construction II provides fundamental theory of selected construction techniques. It explains floor systems, wall and ceiling framing, stair construction, and interior finishing techniques.
  
  • CON 244 - Related Trade Applications


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Related Trade Applications presents an introduction to the principles of residential wiring, heating, air conditioning, and plumbing. This course addresses basic theory, related codes, techniques, and applications.
  
  • CON 250 - Principles of Commercial Construction I


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Principles of Commercial Construction I provides fundamental theory in commercial construction. Students learn advanced skills in concrete (flat form work and tilt-up construction) and site preparation.
  
  • CON 251 - Commercial Construction Techniques I


    6.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 18
    Commercial Construction Techniques I provides practical applications of selected commercial construction techniques. Students learn construction techniques in concrete, flat work, form work, tilt-up construction, site preparation, and site layout.
  
  • CON 253 - Principles of Commercial Construction II


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Principles of Commercial Construction II provides fundamental theory in commercial construction. Students learn advanced skills in superstructure construction (i.e., steel stud framing practices and iron work), exterior finishes and roofing components.
  
  • CON 254 - Commercial Construction Techniques II


    6.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 18
    Commercial Construction Techniques II provides practical applications of selected commercial construction techniques. Students learn construction techniques in superstructure construction, exterior finishes, and roofing components.
  
  • CON 266 - Construction Safety


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    construction Safety provides students with the requirements and expectations of safety for the commercial and residential construction industry. Students learn the elements of an occupational safety program, safe working environment, personnel protection and welfare, occupational health hazards, safety laws and legal aspects of safety. Students receive an OSHA certification upon successful completion of this safety course.
  
  • CON 325 - Estimating


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Estimating introduces students to the principles and techniques of estimating construction costs, with emphasis on quantity take-off, pricing elements of work, labor, equipment, material, subcontractor cost, and indirect costs. Spreadsheets and scheduling software will be used for computerized estimating.
  
  • CON 348 - Supervision and Leadership in Building Construction


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Supervision and Leadership in Building Construction provides skills needed by professional contractors/carpenters. Students participate in eight seminar-style projects conducted by industry professionals.
  
  • CON 425 - Internship


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Internship 16
    Internship allows students to obtain building trades skills, training at an off-campus construction site. Students practice and acquire fundamental techniques and additional skills. 
    Prerequisite(s): CON 171 - Building Construction Techniques II .
  
  • CON 426 - Internship II


    4 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Internship 16
    Internship II further allows students to obtain construction trades skills, training at an off campus construction site. Students practice and acquire fundamental carpentry techniques and job shadow supervisors in the field. 
    Prerequisite(s): CON 425 CON 425  

Construction Technology

  
  • CET 139 - Introduction to CAD/CAM


    3 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Internship 0
    Co-Op 0

    Introduction to CAD/CAM demonstrates the integration of Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided- Manufacturing (CAM). students learn modern prototyping and methods for multiple industries; the use of specific software for converting 2D and 3D CAD drawing geometry directly into toolpath information used to drive numerically controlled turning and milling machines and for design and detailing structural drawings.
  
  • CET 160 - Surveying


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2.0
    Lab/Clinical 2.0
    Surveying provides students fundamental knowledge of surveying techniques used in construction and civil engineering. Topics include introduction to surveying instruments and equipment, measurement of distances and angles, determining elevation, note keeping, traversing, triangulation, mapping, and the researching of monuments and benchmarks.
  
  • CET 208 - Technical Drafting and CAD


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3.0
    Lab/Clinical 2.0
    Technical Drafting and CAD introduces students to hands-on technical drawing and computer-aided design. Students learn manual drawings and plot and edit CAD drawings in multiple software programs utilized by industry that create two-dimensional engineering CAD drawings.
  
  • CET 233 - Fundamentals of GPS and GIS


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Fundamentals of GPS and GIS provides students the processes of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) including technical aspects of GPS satellites, differential corrections and hardware. Students discuss and demonstrate mapping and data collection. Processes and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) introduce students to file formats, database management, spatial analysis and manipulation of data.
  
  • CET 240 - Soils and Erosion Control


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 2
    Soils and Erosion Control teaches students concepts of geology and engineering properties including soil type, index properties, soil classification, stress and strain, soil compaction and erosion control.

Criminal Justice

  
  • CRJ 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Criminal Justice introduces the agencies and processes involved in the apprehension, conviction, and punishment of criminal offenders. Topics include law and the Constitution, the purpose of law enforcement, the role of the police officer, federal and state courts, penal institutions, probation and parole in present day life.
  
  • CRJ 111 - Police and Society


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Police and Society provides an overview of the role and activities of police in American society. Students examine the origins of policing, the nature of police organization, work, and personality as well as the patterns of relations between police and the public. Topics include characteristics of the peace officer, police subculture, corruption, recruitment, and legal aspects of policing, such as search and seizure.
  
  • CRJ 120 - Introduction to Corrections


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Corrections examines the history, philosophy, and evolution of the American correctional process. Topics include the history of punishment, jail and prison systems, community-based corrections, and capital punishment.
  
  • CRJ 130 - Criminal Law


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Criminal Law examines the means by which society attempts to use criminal law to prevent harm to society. It examines the acts that are declared criminal and the punishment for committing those acts, as well as current substantive criminal law, English common law, and the United States Constitution. Topics include crimes against the person, such as homicide; crimes against property and habitation, such as burglary; and crimes against public order and morals, such as sodomy. Students also examine defenses against prosecution, such as insanity and entrapment.
  
  • CRJ 133 - Constitutional Criminal Procedure


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Constitutional Criminal Procedure examines legal aspects of investigative and arrest processes as well as rules governing the admissibility of evidence in court. It focuses primarily on police and correctional due process, application of the law, and civil liability concerns. Topics include search and seizure, arrest and interrogation, revocation and probation and parole, probable cause, and other timely issues.
  
  • CRJ 142 - Criminalistics


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Criminalistics builds on the knowledge gained from Introduction to Forensic Investigation. This course examines the following topics in more depth and detail: the crime laboratory, establishing personal identity, trace evidence, physiological evidence, impression evidence, firearm evidence, and evidence processing.
    Prerequisite(s): CRJ 160 - Introduction to Forensic Investigation .
  
  • CRJ 160 - Introduction to Forensic Investigation


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Forensic Investigation introduces various disciplines and techniques in forensic investigation. Topics included are Forensic Anthropology, Forensic Odontology, Forensic Entomology, Forensic Serology, and Criminalistics.
  
  • CRJ 240 - Criminal Investigation


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Criminal Investigation covers the basic techniques and procedures utilized in conducting general criminal investigations. Topics include interviews & interrogations, surveillance, use of informants, undercover investigations and more.
    Prerequisite(s): CRJ 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice .
  
  • CRJ 258 - Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice introduces the student to ethical concepts, foundations, dilemmas, and applications, as applied to the police, courts, and correctional components of the Criminal Justice system.
    Prerequisite(s): CRJ 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice .
  
  • CRJ 260 - Medicolegal Death Investigation


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Medicolegal Death Investigation continues the study of forensic investigation and crime scenes. This course examines the topics of medicolegal investigative systems, cause and manner of death, autopsy procedures and protocol, forensic medicine, crime scene reconstruction, and advanced forensic investigative techniques.
    Prerequisite(s): CRJ 160 - Introduction to Forensic Investigation  and CRJ 142 - Criminalistics .
  
  • CRJ 290 - Criminal Justice Cooperative Education


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Internship 0
    Co-Op 4-24

    Criminal Justice Cooperative Education provides cooperative work experience related to criminal justice. Work experience hours are arranged.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission from the instructor.
  
  • CRJ 291 - Forensic Investigation Cooperative Education


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Internship 0
    Co-Op 4-24

    Forensic Investigation Cooperative Education provides students with work experience related to their career goals. Cooperative Education hours are arranged.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission from the instructor.

Dental Assistant

  
  • DEA 253 - Dental Science I


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Science I is the introduction to the various sciences necessary for the dental assistant, including microbiology, pathology, dental caries, nutrition, preventative dentistry and dental anatomy.
  
  • DEA 263 - Dental Science II


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Science II is a continuation of Dental Science I. Topics include pharmacology from a dental perspective, dental emergencies, anesthesia, and ethical foundations.
  
  • DEA 312 - Dental Radiography I


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 2
    Dental Radiography I introduces the history, characteristics, and measurement of radiation, and its effects on biological structures. Students receive training in the use of x-ray equipment and processing techniques in the production of diagnostic radiographs. Digital radiography is introduced, as well as paralleling technique, and the importance of radiation protection and infection control.
  
  • DEA 321 - Dental Radiography II


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 2
    Dental Radiography II is a continuation of Dental Radiography I. Students receive training in the bisecting technique, intraoral and extraoral procedures, use of imaging in the detection of dental caries, interpretation of periodontal disease, and the recognition of radiographic errors and their corrections.
  
  • DEA 403 - Dental Materials


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 0/6
    Dental Materials examines the theory of materials utilized at chairside and in chairside-related procedures. Practical application includes preparing impression materials, restorative materials, models, custom trays, occlusal registrations, and temporary restorations.
  
  • DEA 502 - Dental Assisting Principles


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 4
    Dental Assisting Principles provides techniques in four-handed dentistry, knowledge of general dental armamentarium, OSHA compliance, infection control protocol, and legal intraoral functions.
  
  • DEA 582 - Dental Assisting Experience I


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 0/6
    Dental Assisting Experience I provides experience in a clinical setting. Emphasis centers on chairside assisting of general dentistry with scheduled rotations through the dental specialties.
    Prerequisite(s): DEA 502 - Dental Assisting Principles  and DEA 403 - Dental Materials .
  
  • DEA 585 - Dental Assisting Experience II


    5.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 0/15
    Dental Assisting Experience II offers additional experience in the dental office setting. The students’ role increases in chairside assisting of general dentistry. A specialty rotation is recommended.
  
  • DEA 602 - Dental Specialties


    4.5 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 2
    Dental Specialties emphasizes competence in coronal polish and fluoride application and also develops a foundation in the following specialty areas: periodontics, oral maxillofacial surgery, endodontics, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
    Prerequisite(s): DEA 502 - Dental Assisting Principles .
  
  • DEA 706 - Procedures for the Dental Office


    2.5 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 1.50
    Procedures for the Dental Office introduces office receptionist responsibilities. The course includes resume writing, interviewing techniques, record keeping, insurance forms, telephone techniques, and appointment making.
  
  • DEA 933 - Internship Seminar


    1.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Internship Seminar emphasizes group discussion and individual conferences on clinical experiences. The course includes preparation for the National Board examination.
    Prerequisite(s): DEA 582 - Dental Assisting Experience I .

Dental Hygiene

  
  • DHY 114 - Dental Hygiene Anatomical Sciences


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Hygiene Anatomical Sciences deals with the fundamental study of head and neck anatomy, oral anatomy, tooth morphology, functions of the teeth, individual tooth identification, and physiology of occlusion. Instruction emphasizes dental nomenclature and the anatomy of the teeth and surrounding structures.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 168 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I  and BIO 173 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II .
  
  
  
  • DHY 141 - General and Oral Pathology


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    General and Oral Pathology presents the basic concepts of the disease process and the oral manifestations of inflammation, degenerative changes, neoplasms, and developmental anomalies of the oral cavity.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 114 - Dental Hygiene Anatomical Sciences .
  
  • DHY 153 - Dental Emergencies


    1.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Emergencies examines elements of dental hygiene care as they relate to the treatment planning of special patient and medical emergencies in the dental office. A major portion of the course deals with the prevention, recognition and management of medical emergencies which occur in the dental office with specific emphasis on systemic disease processes.
  
  • DHY 155 - Radiology


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Radiology offers an introduction to scientific principles of oral radiography including production and absorption of radiation, x-ray unit function, imaging systems, quality assurance, radiation biology, and radiographic interpretation.
  
  • DHY 157 - Radiology Lab


    1.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 3
    Radiology lab experiences develop competence in exposing, processing, mounting, critically evaluating and interpreting dental radiographs.
  
  • DHY 174 - Principles of Dental Hygiene


    5.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 6
    Principles of Dental Hygiene introduces basic principles of clinical dental hygiene. The etiology of deposits and the effect on oral tissue and the theory and techniques of instrumentation in removal of deposits are emphasized in the lab portion.
  
  • DHY 183 - Dental Hygiene I Theory


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Hygiene I Theory continues the instrumentation techniques provided via clinical experience in oral prophylaxis techniques. Emphasis centers on comprehensive patient care on the simple patient classifications including patient assessment, treatment planning, and patients with special needs.
  
  • DHY 184 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 12
    Clinical Dental Hygiene I continues the instrumentation techniques provided via clinical experience in oral prophylaxis techniques, application of preventive therapies, and radiographic skills to beginner level.
  
  • DHY 211 - Periodontology


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Periodontology provides an in-depth study of the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. It presents the clinical characteristics, histopathology, etiology, and risk factors of periodontal diseases. Special emphasis centers on the role of the immune system in the initiation and progression of periodontal disease.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 186 - Microbiology .
  
  • DHY 213 - Periodontology II


    1.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Periodontology II builds on the knowledge base acquired in Periodontology. Based on individualized patient needs, the student explores the rationale and clinical indications of surgical techniques, implant maintenance as well as new products within the field of periodontics.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 211 - Periodontology .
  
  • DHY 226 - Biomaterials for the Dental Hygienist


    2.5 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 1.50
    Biomaterials for the Dental Hygienist deals with the various materials used in restorative dentistry and other specialty areas in dentistry to fabricate dental appliances and tooth restorations. The course consists of lecture and laboratory components to 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, clinical applications of materials, the need for educating patients regarding these materials, and techniques for placement of the materials in the oral cavity.
  
  • DHY 228 - Clinical Preventive Dentistry


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Clinical Preventive Dentistry focuses on products and techniques for individualized oral health care instruction. It includes relationship of the saliva and the caries process to oral disease. Emphasis is given to geriatric, pediatric and medically compromised patients’ special self care needs.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 114 - Dental Hygiene Anatomical Sciences .
  
  
  • DHY 241 - Dental Ethics


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Ethics surveys baseline knowledge of ethical theories, various models of decision-making, and major contemporary health care issues and dilemmas facing the dental professional, such as the mandatory reporting of adult and child abuse. The course covers legal aspects of health care as well as statutes, rules, and regulations pertaining to the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene in the states of Iowa and Nebraska.
  
  • DHY 252 - Community Dentistry


    3.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 3
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Community Dentistry (a two-semester course) includes community site rotations. The course relates the concepts of dental public health and preventive dentistry, including principles of biostatistics, epidemiology, educational instruction, dental manpower, and delivery systems. Students plan, implement, and evaluate a community dental health project.
  
  • DHY 255 - Community Oral Health


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 3
    Community Oral Health builds on Community Dentistry, which laid the foundation for creating a community health project. The project will be implemented and evaluated in the lab portion of this course. In lecture, topics will include public health agreements and permits, insurance codes, and Medicaid reimbursement for services.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 252 - Community Dentistry .
  
  • DHY 275 - Dental Hygiene II Theory


    1.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Hygiene II Theory continues the clinical practices providing further instruction and application of patient education and oral prophylaxis techniques. Emphasis focuses on continued improvement and advancement in patient assessment skills, instrumentation and radiographic skills, and total care on simple and moderate patient classifications.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 183 - Dental Hygiene I Theory .
  
  • DHY 286 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II


    1.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Internship 4
    Clinical Dental Hygiene II continues the clinical practices providing further instruction and application of patient education and oral prophylaxis techniques. Emphasis focuses on continued improvement and advancement in patient assessment skills, instrumentation and radiographic skills, and total care on simple and moderate patient classifications.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 184 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I .
  
  • DHY 288 - Local Anesthesia and Pain Control


    1.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 1
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Local Anesthesia and Pain Control builds on the knowledge base of anatomy and physiology. Emphasis focuses on patient pain control, therapies and techniques.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 114 - Dental Hygiene Anatomical Sciences .
  
  • DHY 293 - Dental Hygiene III Theory


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Hygiene III Theory expands clinical practices providing further instruction and application of patient education skills, nonsurgical periodontal therapy and maintenance, and preventive therapeutics on more complex periodontal patients. Emphasis focuses on developing more advanced instrumentation and radiographic skills, improving efficiency and effectiveness in patient assessment, and providing comprehensive dental hygiene care to simple, moderate, and advanced cases. Topics include but are not limited to advanced periodontal instrumentation, patient education, and occupational hazards.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 275 - Dental Hygiene II Theory .
  
  • DHY 295 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III


    2.0 - 4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 16
    Clinical Dental Hygiene III expands clinical practices providing further instruction and application of patient education skills, oral prophylaxis techniques, and preventive therapeutics on more complex periodontal patients. Emphasis focuses on developing more advanced instrumentation and radiographic skills, improving efficiency and effectiveness in patient assessment, and providing comprehensive dental hygiene care to simple, moderate and advanced cases.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 286 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II .
  
  • DHY 303 - Dental Hygiene IV Theory


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Dental Hygiene IV Theory continues clinical practices providing the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and skills learned in all first and second year dental hygiene practice courses while rendering comprehensive dental hygiene care to patients at a program exit-level of competence. Students examine basic research principles to facilitate reading/critiquing of professional and scientific literature in order for the dental hygienist to continue to learn about new treatment modalities, scientific discoveries, oral hygiene products on the market, and other appropriate topics that enhance the practice of dental hygiene.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 293 - Dental Hygiene III Theory .
  
  • DHY 304 - Clinical Dental Hygiene IV


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 0
    Lab/Clinical 16
    Clinical Dental Hygiene IV continues clinical practices providing the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and skills learned in all first and second year dental hygiene clinical courses while rendering comprehensive dental hygiene care to patients at a program exit-level of competence.
    Prerequisite(s): DHY 295 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III .

Diesel

  
  • DSL 144 - Electrical Systems


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Electrical Systems is designed to introduce the electrical system requirements for diesel powered vehicles and equipment. Batteries, starting and charging systems as well as circuitry and basic electronics are covered.
  
  • DSL 324 - Introduction to Diesel


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Introduction to Diesel is designed to introduce the diesel engine. Engine development, history, operation theories, and basic subsystems and component nomenclature are covered. Knowledge of basic repair procedures and use of various tools for testing and measuring in both English and metric systems of measurement are examined.
  
  • DSL 354 - Engines I


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Engines I is designed to cover specific technical repair procedures for various engine manufacturers and models. While all engines are basically the same, this course examines the specifics of certain models and manufacturer-recommended repair procedures. General engine construction and design modifications, including the latest production and service changes, are examined.
  
  • DSL 364 - Engines II


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Engines II is a continuation of Engines I and is also designed to include specific technical repair procedures for various engine manufacturers and models. While all engines are basically the same, this course examines the specifics of certain model and manufacturer recommended repair procedures. General engine construction and design modifications are examined including the latest production and service changes.
  
  • DSL 444 - Fuel Systems


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Fuel Systems is designed to provide information about diesel fuel injection systems. Mechanical and electronic injection systems, which are commonly used throughout the diesel industry, are studied. Basic system design, pump operation, and tune-up adjustments are covered. Computer diagnostics and software applications used in relation to the heavy-duty engine maker are covered.
  
  • DSL 544 - Transmissions/Drive Axle


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Transmissions/Drive Axle is designed to provide knowledge of in-depth operational theories, diagnosis, and repair procedures of heavy-duty truck transmissions and rear drive axles. Specific operational features and repair procedures of the popular units in use today are presented. Transmissions, air shifting, power dividers, two-speed axles, and other related equipment are covered.
  
  • DSL 654 - Hydraulic/Air Brakes


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Hydraulic/Air Brakes is designed to introduce the braking systems of vehicles that use both hydraulic and compressed air actuation. Component operation repair and testing are covered. Basic hydraulics and pneumatic systems, which are in common use on vehicles, are also covered.
  
  • DSL 674 - Chassis/Driveline


    4.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 4
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Chassis/Driveline is designed to introduce the truck chassis and methods used to integrate various components into the vehicle. Power flow from the clutch, drive shaft and rear axles to the wheels as well as steering and suspension systems are covered.
  
  • DSL 742 - Air Conditioning/Refrigeration


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Air Conditioning/Refrigeration is designed to introduce the theories of mechanical refrigeration/heating systems. Application to vehicle climate control and trailer refrigeration/heating and system service procedures are covered.
  
  • DSL 829 - Preventative Maintenance


    2.0 Credit(s)
    Lecture 2
    Lab/Clinical 0
    Preventative Maintenance is designed to introduce the student to the concept and objectives of a complete preventative maintenance inspection and repair program. The inspection, documentation, record keeping and repair procedures will be covered.
 

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