2018-2019 General Catalog 
    
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2018-2019 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

The State of Texas has developed a common course numbering system for all college courses. These numbers are used in identifying courses that transfer freely among public community colleges and universities.

Courses are designated by an abbreviated name and number along with a descriptive title. The name used designates the instructional area in which the course is offered. The course number is a four-digit number in which the first digit designates the academic level of the course. A first digit of 1 designates an introductory-level credit course, and a first digit of 2 designates an intermediate or advanced-level credit course. A first digit of 0 designates a developmental (compensatory) course which cannot be applied toward either the required or elective hours for an associate degree or certificate.

All courses taught at South Plains College are listed in this section. In the course description, certain information is placed in parenthesis following the course title. The first figure in the parentheses indicates the semester hours of credit for the course; the second figure indicated the number of lecture hours per week attended by a student enrolled in the course; and the third figure indicates the number of hours per week during which the student is in laboratory, practice session or other instructional activity related to the course. For example, (4:3:3) following the listing for Biology 1411 General Botany means that the course carries 4 semester hours of credit, that 3 hours per week are spent in lecture, and 3 hours per week are spent in laboratory.

Some courses will also have a designation indicating the semester in which the course is offered. “F” indicates Fall, “S” indicates Spring, “S1” indicates First Summer Session, “S2” indicates Second Summer Session, and “Su” indicates either Summer Session.
 
  

  • DFTG 1302 - Introduction to Technical Animation and Rendering

    (3:2:4) Basic study of technical computer models and animation.  Identify basic terminology and concepts associated with the development of technical computer models and animation; create a technical 3-D simulation using lighting, camera, materials, textures, views, and scenes; and demonstrate importing models from computer-aided design or solid modeling programs. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DFTG 1305 - Technical Drafting

    (3:2:4) This is a basic introductory course in the fundamentals of engineering drawing. This course is designed to build a strong foundation in the practices and principles of engineering drawing that includes: routine engineering and drafting department customs, standard engineering and drafting terminology, use and care of drawing equipment, and the use of various measures (scales), and freehand sketching and lettering. The student gains practical experience in geometric construction, size and shape description, projection methods, sectional views, auxiliary views, pictorial views, dimensioning, basic industrial manufacturing processes and reproduction processes. In addition, computer-aided engineering drawing and design are introduced in the course work. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DFTG 1309 - Basic Computer-Aided Drafting

    (3:2:4) This course provides an introduction to basic computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on drawing setup, creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers and coordinate systems. A study of input and output devices and plotting engineering drawings to scale is included in the course. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Note: Basic Computer-Aided Drafting (DFTG 1309) must be taken concurrently with DFTG 1305 or DFTG 2317.
  

  • DFTG 1317 - Architectural Drafting-Residential

    (3:2:4) This is a course in architectural drafting with emphasis on residential planning. The course presents basic principles, procedures and symbols used in architectural drawing and includes the preparation of detailed working drawings for a residential structure with emphasis on light frame construction methods. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DFTG 1345 - Parametric Modeling and Design

    (3:2:4) Parametric-based design software for 3D design and drafting. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DFTG 2300 - Intermediate Architectural Drafting-Residential

    (3:2:4) This is a continued application of principles and practices used in residential construction. This is a course in architectural design and drawing with emphasis on residential planning. The course presents principles of design, construction practices and procedures, architectural graphic standards used in architectural engineering drawing and includes the preparation of a complete set of detailed working drawings for a residential structure with emphasis on light frame construction methods. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: ARCH 1315 or with consent of instructor.
  

  • DFTG 2302 - Machine Drafting

    (3:2:4) This course includes production of detail and assembly drawings of machines, threads, gears, cams, tolerances and limit dimensioning, surface finishes and precision drawings. Basic computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), numerical control and jig and fixture design are introduced in this course. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: DFTG 1309 or ENGR 1304.
  

  • DFTG 2321 - Topographical Drafting

    (3:2:4) This course discusses the fundamentals and principles of map drafting and site planning, including plotting, elevations and contour developments, cuts and fills, plan and profile development and detail mapping of land surveys from surveyor’s field notes. Basic surveying practice and principles are also introduced. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: DFTG 1309 or ENGR 1304.
  

  • DFTG 2323 - Pipe Drafting

    (3:2:4) This course is a study of ASME standards, pipe and fitting symbols and specifications and their application to a piping process system. The course includes drawing plan views, elevations and isometrics of process piping systems, including flow diagrams, vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, instruments, compressors and other mechanical equipment using symbols, piping standards and engineering graphics practices and procedures. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: DFTG 1309 or ENGR 1304.
  

  • DFTG 2327 - Landscape Drafting

    (3:2:4) A study of site planning and landscape design. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DFTG 2328 - Architectural Drafting-Commercial

    (3:2:4) This course includes architectural drafting procedures, practices and symbols including the preparation of detailed working drawings for a commercial building, with emphasis on commercial construction methods. This course is a continued study of architectural drawing, design and drafting practices with emphasis on commercial and industrial buildings. Emphasis is placed on space planning, building design, construction methods and materials and the writing of specifications for commercial construction methods. The student must design and draw a complete set of detailed working drawings for an intermediate-sized commercial building or manufacturing facility. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: ARCH 1315, DFTG 2300 and ARCE 1352, or with consent of instructor.
  

  • DFTG 2332 - Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting

    (3:2:4) This course is designed to explore the use of system customizing for drawing production enhancement and the principles of data manipulation. The construction of three-dimensional objects and the creation and linking of graphic entities to external non-graphic data are experienced in the course. Special emphasis is placed on three-dimensional imaging, including extrusions, wire frame layout and solid modeling. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: DFTG 1309 or ENGR 1304.
  

  • DFTG 2338 - Final Project-Advanced Drafting

    (3:2:4) This is a drafting course in which students participate in a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: This Capstone course may only be taken with consent of the CADD program coordinator in a student’s last semester of CADD Technology course work.
  

  • DFTG 2340 - Solid Modeling/Design

    (3:2:4) This is a computer- aided modeling course which emphasizes the development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and the utilization of three-dimensional models in design work. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: DFTG 2332 or concurrent enrollment in DFTG 2332.
  

  • DFTG 2347 - Advanced Technical Animation and Rendering

    (3:2:4)Advanced 3D modeling, rendering and animation techniques using industry standard software.  Emphasizes advanced use of camera settings, lighting, and surfaces to create detailed environments. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DRAM 1120 - Theatre Practicum I

    (1:0:2) Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • DRAM 1121 - Theatre Practicum II

    (1:0:2) Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions.
     Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • DRAM 1310 - Introduction to the Theatre

    (3:3:0) Survey of theater including its history, dramatic works, stage techniques, production procedures and relation to other art forms.  Participation in productions may be required. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 050 Creative Arts Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • DRAM 1330 - Stagecraft I

    (3:2:4) Study and application of the methods and components of theatrical production, which may include one or more of the following: theater facilities, scenery construction and painting, properties, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and theatrical management. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DRAM 1341 - Makeup

    (3:2:4) Design and execution of makeup for the purpose of developing believable characters.  Includes discussion of basic makeup principles and practical experience of makeup application. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DRAM 1351 - Acting I

    (3:2:4) An introduction to the fundamental principles and tools of acting as used in auditions, rehearsals, and performances. This may include ensemble performing, character and script analysis, and basic theater terminology. This exploration will emphasize the development of the actor’s instrument: voice, body and imagination. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DRAM 1352 - Acting II

    (3:2:4) Exploration and further training within the basic principles and tools of acting, including an emphasis on critical analysis of oneself and others.  The tools include ensemble performing, character and script analysis, and basic theater terminology.  This will continue the exploration of the development of the actor’s instrument: body, voice and imagination. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: DRAM 1351.
  

  • DRAM 2120 - Theatre Practicum III

    (1:0:2) Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course is repeatable for credit.
  

  • DRAM 2121 - Theatre Practicum IV

    (1:0:2) Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course is repeatable for credit.
  

  • DRAM 2331 - Stagecraft II

    (3:2:4) Continued study and application of the methods and componants of theatrical production, which may include one or more of the following: theatre faculties, scenery construction and painting, properties, lighting, costume, makeup, sound and theatrical management Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • DRAM 2336 - Voice for the Theatre

    (3:3:0) Application of the performer’s use of the voice as a creative instrument of effective communication.  Encourages an awareness of the need for vocal proficiency and employs techniques designed to improve the performer’s speaking abilities.
     Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • DRAM 2366 - Introduction to Cinema

    (3:3:0) A survey and analysis of cinema, including history, film techniques, production procedures, selected motion pictures and cinema’s impact on and reflection of society. (cross-listed as COMM 2366) Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 050 Creative Arts Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ECON 1303 - Survey of Economics

    (3:3:0) This course is a one semester course for students not majoring in Business Administration. The course covers the most significant portions of ECON 2301 and 2302, with emphasis on monetary and fiscal policy. Credit will not be given for both ECON 2301 and 1303. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    (3:3:0) An analysis of the economy as a whole including measurement and determination of Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply, national income, inflation, and unemployment.  Other topics include international trade, economic growth, buisiness cycles, and fiscal policy and monetary policy. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 080 Social and Behavioral Sciences Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics

    Analysis of the behavior of individual economic agents, including consumer behavior and demand, producer behavior and supply, price and output decisions by firms under various market structures, factor markets, market failures, and international trade.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 080 Social and Behavioral Sciences Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ECON 2311 - Economic Geography

    (3:3:0) Analytical study of the historical development of particular economic distributions as they relate to social, cultural, political, and physical factors.  Includes critical inquiry into the reasons for location of various types of economic activity, production, and marketing.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • EDUC 0000 - Education Laboratory

    (0:0:3) This course is a lab for students in EDUC 1301 and 2301 required to participate in site-observations and for those who require advising assistance.  Semester Hours: 0 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: Special approval of the Registrar and/or Coordinator of the AAT program. 
  

  • EDUC 1100 - Introduction to Learning Frameworks

    (1:1:0) This is a study of the: 1) research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation, 2) factors that impact learning, and 3) application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition and motivation will serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course cannot be taken for credit in conjunction with EDUC 1300.
  

  • EDUC 1300 - Academic Strategies (Based on Learning Frameworks)

    (3:3:0) This course is a study of the 1) research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation, 2) factors that impact learning, and 3) application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies. Students use assessment instruments (e.g., learning inventories) to help them identify their own strengths and weaknesses as strategic learners. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: Students are expected to integrate and apply the learning skills discussed across their own academic programs and become effective and efficient learners. Students developing these skills should be able to continually draw from the theoretical models they have learned This course is recommended for nontraditional students and students on academic probation and is required for students returning to college after academic suspension or by placement by the Admissions Committee. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 090 Institutional Option Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • EDUC 1301 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession

    (3:3:1) This is an enriched integrated pre-service course and content experience that: a) Provides active recruitment and instructional support of students interested in a teaching career, especially in high need fields; b.) Provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations at all levels P-12 schools with varied and diverse student populations; c.) Provides students with support from colleges and school faculty in small cohort groups for the purpose of introduction to and analysis of the culture of schools and classrooms, d.) Is aligned with the State Board of Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards; and e.) Includes 16 hours of field experience in P-12 classrooms. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: This course requires completion of any required development coursework and 15 or more college-level semester credit hours with a 2.5 or higher GPA or approval of the Program Coordinator.
  

  • EDUC 1325 - Principles and Practices of Multicultural Education

    (3:3:0) This course is an examination of cultural diversity found in society and reflected in the classroom.  Topics include the study of major cultures and their influence on lifestyle, behavior, learning, intercultural communication and teaching, as well as psychosocial stressors encountered by diverse cultural groups.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • EDUC 2301 - Introduction to Special Populations

    (3:3:1) This is an enriched pre-service course and content experience that: a) provides an overview of the school and classrooms, gender, socio-economic status, ethnic and academic diversity and equality with emphasis on factors that facilitate learning; b) provides students with support to participate in early field experiences in all levels P-12 with course content aligned as applicable to SBEC Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Standards and Technology Applications Standards for all beginning teachers. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: This course requires completion of EDUC 1301 or approval of Program Coordinator.
  

  • EECT 2339 - Communication Circuits

    (3:2:4) This course provides a study of communications systems with emphasis on amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, phase modulation, and digital pulse modulation. Discussion of several types of modulators, demodulators, receivers, transmitters, and transceivers is included. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ELMT 2335 - Certified Electronics Technician Training

    (3:2:4) Review of electronics concepts and principles in preparation for sitting for a certification examination administered by an outside organization or agency. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ELMT 2351 - Power Generation Fundamentals

    (3:3:0)  This course provides a study of  electrical power production including identification and function of power plant equipment. Topics include the introduction of power plant operations to include basic power plant cycles, basic power plant systems, boilers, turbines, generators, field devices and instrumentation, control and electrical systems. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • ELPT 1225 - National Electrical Code I

    (2:2:0) Concurrent enrollent with ELPT 2225. This is an introductory study of the National Electric Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis is on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • ELPT 1315 - Electrical Calculations I

    (3:3:0) This course is an introduction to mathematical applications utilized to solve problems in the electrical field. Topics include fractions, decimals, percentages, simple equations, ratio and proportion, unit conversion, and applied geometry. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • ELPT 1329 - Residential Wiring

    (3:3:1) This course gives instruction in wiring methods for single family, two family, and multifamily dwellings. Topics include wire sizing, installation techniques, and calculations necessary for electrical installations. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ELPT 1341 - Motor Control

    (3:3:1) This course studies the operating principles of solid state controls along with their practical applications and system design. Topics to be discussed include motor, capacitor, and street light controls, breakers, safety interlocks and braking. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ELPT 1345 - Commercial Wiring

    (3:3:1) Instruction in commercial wiring methods will be discussed. Topics can include wire sizing, equipment selection, and calculations applicable to electrical installation. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ELPT 1351 - Electrical Machines

    (3:3:1) In this course, the general principles and fundamentals of direct current (DC) motors, single and poly-phase alternating current (AC) motors, generators, alternators, and the related protective devices will be discussed. Elements of construction, characteristics, efficiencies, starting, speed control, and protection are sample topics. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ELPT 1357 - Industrial Wiring

    (3:3:1) Instruction in wiring methods used for industrial installations. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ELPT 1419 - Fundamentals of Electricity I

    (4:4:0)  This course is an introduction to basic direct current (DC) theory including electron theory and direct current applications.

     

  

  • ELPT 2225 - National Electrical Code II

    (2:2:0) Concurrent enrollment  with ELPT 1225. This course provides in-depth coverage of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring protection and methods, special conditions, and advanced calculations. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • ELPT 2301 - Journeyman Electrician Exam Review

    (3:3:0) Preparation for journeyman electrician licensure with emphasis on calculations and the National Electrical Code (NEC). Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • ELPT 2305 - Motors and Transformers

    (3:3:1) This course is a study of the principles and operations of single and three phase motors and transformers. Topics included here are motor operation principles, transformer banking, power factor correction and protective devices. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ELPT 2319 - Programmable Logic Controllers I

    (3:2:4) This course covers the fundamental concepts of programmable logic controllers, principles of operation and numbering systems as applied to electrical controls. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ELPT 2323 - Transformers

    (3:3:1) This course provides a study of the basic types, construction, connection, protection, and grounding of transformers. Delta and wye connections, transformer sizing, and grounding would be example topics. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ELPT 2339 - Electrical Power Distribution

    (3:3:1) A study of the design, operation, and technical details of modern power distribution systems, including generating equipment, transmission lines, plant distribution, and protective devices. Also includes calculations of fault current, system load analysis, rates, and power economics. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: ELPT 1319, 1320, and 2305.
  

  • ELPT 2351 - Power Generation Fundamentals

    (3:3:0) This course provides a study of  electrical power production including identification and function of power plant equipment. Topics include the introduction of power plant operations to include basic power plant cycles, basic power plant systems, boilers, turbines, generators, field devices and instrumentation, control and electrical systems.
  

  • ELPT 2355 - Programmable Logic Controllers II

    (3:2:4) Advanced concepts in programmable logic controllers and their applications and interfacing to industrial controls. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ELTN 1343 - Electrical Troubleshooting

    (3:3:1) This course offers students instruction in the maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of circuits of various residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • EMSP 1160 - Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology/Technician

    (1:0:4) This course is a basic, intermediate or advanced type of health professions work-based instruction that helps students synthesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, or gain experience managing the work flow. Practical experience is simultaneously related to theory. Close and/or direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional (faculty or preceptor), generally in a clinical setting. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: Clinical education is an unpaid learning experience. This is a basic clinical experience.
  

  • EMSP 1161 - Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology/Technician

    (1:0:5) This course is a basic, intermediate or advanced type of health professions work-based instruction that helps students synthesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, or gain experience managing the work flow. Practical experience is simultaneously related to theory. Close and/or direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional (faculty or preceptor), generally in a clinical setting. Clinical education is an unpaid learning experience. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 5 Note: This is an intermediate clinical experience.
  

  • EMSP 1167 - Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency Medical Technology/Technician

    (1:0:7) This course is an intermediate or advanced type of health professions work-based instruction that helps students gain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills, and integrate knowledge. The emphasis is on practical work experience for which the student has already acquired the necessary theoretical knowledge and basic skills. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional, generally a clinical preceptor. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 7 Note: A health practicum may be a paid or unpaid learning experience. This is an intermediate practicum experience.
  

  • EMSP 1191 - Special Topics in Emergency Medical Technology/Technician

    (1:1:0) 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. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • EMSP 1338 - Introduction to Advanced Practice

    (3:2:4) This course provides an exploration of the foundations necessary for mastery of the advanced topics of clinical practice out of the hospital.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • EMSP 1355 - Trauma Management

    (3:2:2) This course is a detailed study of the knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with traumatic injuries. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • EMSP 1356 - Patient Assessment and Airway Management

    (3:2:2) This course is a detailed study of the knowledge and skills required to perform patient assessment and airway management. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • EMSP 1401 - Emergency Medical Technician

    (4:2:8) This course is an introduction to the level of emergency medical techician-basic, and includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized service. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 8
  

  • EMSP 2205 - EMS Operations

    (1:3:0) This course is a detailed study of the knowledge and skills to manage safely the scene of an emergency. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • EMSP 2206 - Emergency Pharmacology

    (2:2:1) This is a comprehensive course covering all aspects of the utilization of medications in treating emergency situations. The course is designed to complement Cardiology, Special Populations and Medical Emergency Courses. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • EMSP 2243 - Assessment-Based Management

    (1:3:0) This is the capstone course of the EMS program and is designed to provide for teaching and evaluating comprehensive, assessment-based patient care management. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • EMSP 2268 - Practicum/Field Experience Emergency Medical Technology/Technician

    (2:0:20) This course is an intermediate or advanced type of health professions work-based instruction that helps students gain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills and integrate knowledge. The emphasis is on practical work experience for which the student has already acquired the necessary theoretical knowledge and basic skills. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional, generally a clinical preceptor. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 20 Note: A health practicum may be a paid or unpaid learning experience. This is an advanced practicum experience.
  

  • EMSP 2330 - Special Populations

    (2:3:0) This course includes a detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of ill or injured patients in non-traditional populations. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • EMSP 2360 - Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology/Technician

    (3:0:18) This course is a basic, intermediate or advanced type of health professions work-based instruction that helps students sythesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, or gain experience managing workflow.  Practical experience is simultaneously related to theory.  Close and/or direct supervision is provided by clinical professional (faculty or preceptor), generally in a clinical setting.  This is an advanced clinical experience. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 18
  

  • EMSP 2434 - Medical Emergencies

    (2:6:0) This course is a detailed study of the knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with medical emergencies. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 6 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • EMSP 2444 - Cardiology

    (4:3:2)

    This course provides a detailed study of the knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with cardiac emergencies. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2

  

  • ENER 2325 - SCADA and Networking

     (3:2:4) Topics in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and Industrial Ethernet communications systems as they apply to industry. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ENGL 0301 - Basic Developmental English

    (3:3:0) This is a course in fundamental English for students who do not pass the English portion of TSI Assessment or the campus placement test and are selected to participate based on their score. This course includes a basic review of English grammar, focusing on spelling, punctuation, diction, and various types of sentence construction. It also covers the various types of paragraphs, as well as an introduction to the basic essay. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course will not satisfy graduation requirements.
  

  • ENGL 0302 - Developmental English

    (3:3:0) This is a developmental course for students who do not pass the English portion of the TSI Assessment or the campus placement test and are selected to participate based on their score. This course is designed to provide preparatory work for students to be able to succeed in college-level English courses. It offers a review of English grammar and the processes of reading and writing through short essay writing and analytical reading. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course will not satisfy graduation requirements.
  

  • ENGL 1301 - Composition I

    (3:3:0) Students must be TSI-complete or TSI-waived in both reading and writing areas to be eligible for the course. This course is an intensive study and practice of the composition process from invention and researching to drafting, revising, and editing, both individually and collaboratively. The curriculum includes the teaching of effective rhetorical modes as well as audience, purpose, arrangement, style, and collateral readings. The instructional focus is on writing the academic essay as a vehicle for learning, communicating, and critical analysis.

      Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 010 Communications Core Curriculum requirement.  International students who do not have a TOEFL score of 550 must enroll in ENGL 0301, INRW 0300, ESOL 0301, or ESOL 0302.

     

     
  

  • ENGL 1302 - Composition II

    (3:3:0) This course is a continuation of ENGL 1301 and an intensive study of and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing researched-based expository and persuasive texts along with being an introduction to literature. The course emphasizes effective and ethical rhetorical inquiry, including primary and secondary research methods; critical reading of a sampling of literary, verbal, visual, and multimedia texts; systematic evaluation, synthesis, and documentation of information sources; and critical thinking about evidence and conclusions. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: Successful completion of ENGL 1301. Note: This course satisfies a 010 Communications Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGL 2307 - Creative Writing

    (3:3:0) This course provides practical experience in the techniques of imaginative writing and may include fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama or other genres. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
  

  • ENGL 2311 - Technical Writing

    (3:3:0) This course includes preparation of oral and written reports in scientific and technical fields. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
  

  • ENGL 2321 - British Literature

    (3:3:0) This course is a survey of the development of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present.  Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical, linguistic, and cultural contexts. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and 1302. Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGL 2326 - American Literature

    (3:3:0) This course is a study of selected significant works of American literature, and may include study of movements, schools, or periods. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302. Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGL 2328 - American Literature Since 1865

    (3:3:0) This course is a survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present. Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts. Texts will be selected from among a diverse group of authors for what they reflect and reveal about the evolving American experience and character. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 AND ENGL 1302
  

  • ENGL 2332 - World Literature I

    (3:3:0) This course is a survey of world literature from the ancient world through the sixteenth century, which helped to shape modern literature, language, and culture.  Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts, along with the principles of literary criticism appropriate to the literature. Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions. Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302. 

      Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302. Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGL 2333 - World Literature II

    (3:3:0) This course is a survey of world literature from the seventeenth century to the present, which helped to shape modern literature, language, and culture. Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts, along with the principles of literary criticism appropriate to the literature. Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions. Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302. 

      Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302. Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGL 2341 - Introduction to Fiction

    (3:3:0) This course includes a critical study of, and writing about, a variety of short stories and novels. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and 1302. Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGL 2342 - Introduction to Drama

    (3:3:0) This course includes a critical study of, and writing about, a variety of short plays. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and 1302. Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGL 2343 - Introduction to Poetry

    (3:3:0) This course includes a critical study of, and writing about, a variety of poems. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 and 1302. Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • ENGR 1201 - Introduction to Engineering

    (2:2:2) This is an introduction to engineering as a discipline and a profession.  This course includes instruction in the application of mathematical and scientific principles to the solution of practical problems for the benefit of society. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • ENGR 1304 - Engineering Graphics i

    (3:2:4) This course is an introduction to computer aided drafting, using CAD software and sketching to generate two and three dimensional drawings based on the conventions of engineering graphical communication; topics include spatial relationships, multi-view projections and sectioning, dimensioning, graphical presentation of data, and fundamentals of computer graphics.

     

    This course is an introduction to space relationships, principles of size and shape pertinent to engineering, freehand sketching, orthrographics, pictorials, graphical presentation of data, engineering geometry, and experimental presentation of data. AutoCAD and solid modeling are taught. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4

  

  • ENGR 1307 - Plane Surveying

    (3:2:4) This course covers the use and care of instruments, note keeping, distance measurements, traverse surveying, areas, angles and elevations, legal principles, elementary map making, plane table and transit methods of topographic map production, field problems related to highway surveying, circular and vertical curves, earthwork, volumes and cost estimates, and triangulation and base lines. Aerial and satellite imagery will also be studied in this course. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: DFTG 1309 or ENGR 1304; MATH 1316. 
  

  • ENGR 2301 - Engineering Mechanics I - Statics

    (3:3:1) Pre-requisite:  Math 2414 or concurrent enrollment.  In this course the following topics are presented from the vector approach: resultants of coplanar force systems, equilibrium of force systems, structural analysis, integral forces, friction, centroids, and moments of inertia. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ENGR 2302 - Engineering Mechanics II-Dynamics

    (3:3:1) This course is a calculus-based study of dynamics of rigid bodies, force-mass-acceleration, work-energy, and impulse-momentum computation.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: ENGR 2301. Co-requisite: math 2315.
  

  • ENGR 2305 - Circuits Analysis

    (3:3:1) This course addresses the principles of electrical circuits and systems including DC, Transient and Sinusoidal steady-state analysis.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: PHYS 2426 or consent of Instructor.
  

  • ENGR 2308 - Engineering Economics

    (3:3:0) This course covers methods used for determining the comparative financial desirability of engineering alternatives. The student is provided with the basic tools required to analyze engineering alternatives in terms of their worth and cost, an essential element of engineering practice. The student is introduced to the concept of the time value of money and the methodology of basic engineering economy techniques. The course will address some aspects of sustainability and will provide the students with the background to enable them to pass the Engineering Economy portion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MATH 2413 (Calculus I).
  

  • ESOL 0301 - Developmental ESOL Writing and Grammar

    (3:3:0) This course focuses on Standard American English grammar usage for academic purposes. Open only to nonnative speakers. This course will not satisfy graduation requirements but does satisfy TSI requirements for writing.          Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course will not satisfy graduation requirements, but does satisfy TSI requirements.
  

  • ESOL 0302 - Developmental ESOL Writing and Grammar

    (3:3:0) This course focuses on strategies and techniques of writing and composition. Open only to non-native speakers.This course will not satisfy graduation requirements but does satisfy TSI requirements for writing.         

     

     

      Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course will not satisfy graduation requirements, but does satisfy TSI requirements for enrollment in a developmental course.
  

  • ESOL 0303 - ESOL Reading and Vocabulary

    (3:3:0) Develops English reading proficiency and vocabulary for academic, career, or personal purposes in speakers of languages other than English and prepares them to function in a multicultural, multilingual society. This course will not satisfy graduation requirements but may satisfy TSI reading requirements. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • FIRS 1203 - Firefighter Agility and Fitness Preparation

    (2:1:3) Skill development in firefighter physical ability testing methods.  Includes rigorous training in skills and techniques needed in typical fire department physical ability tests. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Co-requisite: FIRS 1323, FIRS 1329, FIRS 1433.
  

  • FIRS 1204 - Basic Wildland Firefighting

    (2:2:1) A wildland fire fighter is defined as an individual whose assigned function is suppression of fires in the wildland or wildland-urban interface setting.  This course meets the curriculum requirements of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) for Basic Wildland Fire Fighter.  Fire service experience is recommended but not required for enrollment. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1
 

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