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Course Descriptions

Accounting
Administration of Justice
Air Force Studies
Allied Health Sciences
American Sign Language
Anthropology
Art
Automotive
Aviation
Arizona Government University
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Computer Information Systems
Dance
Drafting
Early Childhood Education
Economics
Education
Electronic
Emergency Medical Services
English
Environmental Studies
Fire Science
French
Geographic Information Systems
Geography
Geology
German
History
Honors
Hotel and Restaurant Management

Human Development Education
Humanities
Independent Electrical Contractor Apprenticeship
Industrial Technology: Construction
Internship
Leadership
Manufacturing and Industrial Technology
Mathematics
Military Science
Music
Music Performance
Navajo
Nursing
Nutrition
Office Information Systems
Paralegal Studies
Philosophy
Physical Education
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Real Estate
Recreation
Religious Studies
Sociology
Spanish
Speech
Theatre

Quick Reference to Course Prefixes

ACC—Accounting

ACC 100 (5)
Practical Accounting Procedures

Practical approach to the study of accounting for office, sales, and small business personnel. Includes the basic accounting cycle, special journals, and procedures for controlling cash and payroll accounting. Accounting systems and procedures for small businesses are stressed. Five lecture.

ACC 101 (3)
Principles of Financial Accounting

Financial accounting theory as applied to corporate form of business involving service and merchandising activities. Includes analysis and recording of business transactions and preparation of financial statements. Prerequisite: MAT 121 or placement, or ACC 100, or consent of instructor. Three lecture.

ACC 102 (3)
Principles of Managerial Accounting

Accounting theory and practice as it applies to the uses of accounting information in the management decision making process of an organization. Introduces manufacturing accounting (job order, process cost, and standard cost systems) and budgeting. Prerequisite: ACC 101. Three lecture.

ACC 103 (3)
Basic Office Accounting I

Techniques, tools, and composition of a basic bookkeeping system. Includes journalizing an opening entry, journalizing and posting routine transaction from source documents, closing entries, preparing simple financial statements and preparing a post adjusting trial balance to complete the bookkeeping cycle. For non-accounting majors. Three lecture.

ACC 104 (3)
Basic Office Accounting II

Developing and maintaining a set of books for small business. Includes an introduction to the following: special journals, payroll systems, sales taxes, bad debts, depreciation, notes and interest, accruals, and the partnership and corporate form of business. For non-accounting majors. Prerequisite: ACC 103. Three lecture.

ACC 105 (3)
Income Tax I

Internal Revenue Service Code and Regulations as they pertain to the individual. Tax principles are applied to problems and the preparation of the individual income tax return. Three lecture.

ACC 107 (5)
Income Tax

A comprehensive explanation of the Internal Revenue Service code and regulations as they pertain to individuals, partnerships and corporations. Tax principles are applied to problems and the preparation of individual, partnership and corporation tax returns. Five lecture.

ACC 109 (3)
Budget & Forecasting

Roles, techniques, and uses of budgeting and forecasts. Application of budgets, and forecasting management decision-making and control. Prerequisite: ACC 101. Three lecture.

ACC 110 (3)
Payroll Accounting

A course that provides comprehensive and practical instruction in manual and computerized preparation and calculation of a business’s payroll records and tax returns. Prerequisite: ACC 100 or ACC 101 or instructor’s consent. Three lecture

ACC 201 (3)
Intermediate Accounting I

Critical analysis of balance sheet accounts. Introduces analysis of income statement expense and revenue accounts with emphasis on the matching process. Problems keyed to studies made by professional accounting societies are studied. Prerequisite: ACC 102. Three lecture.

ACC 202 (3)
Intermediate Accounting II

Completion of the critical study of balance sheet accounts. Continuing intensive analysis of financial statements. Emphasis on comparative analysis of tabulated data, special ratios and measurements, funds and cash flow statements, and accounting for price level changes. Prerequisite: ACC 201. Three lecture.

ACC 206 (3)
Computerized Accounting

Electronic data processing systems as they apply to accounting systems. Provides hands-on experience with microcomputer hardware and software packages. Includes accounting cycle transaction and management decision-making applications. Three lecture.

ACC 210 (3)
Financial Statement Analysis

Characteristics of financial statements with a review
of basic accounting principles as applied to financial statements. Emphasizes developing the tools and techniques used in analyzing financial statements, including the use of computer spreadsheets.
Three lecture.

ACC 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.\


AES—Air Force Studies

AES 101 (2)
The Air Force Today I

Survey course focusing on organizational structure and missions of Air Force organizations, military customs and courtesies, officership and Corp values, and an introduction to written and oral communication skills, physical fitness training and demonstration of command. One lecture; two lab.

AES 102 (2)
The Air Force Today II

Survey course focusing on role and mission of U.S. strategic offensive and defensive forces, aerospace support forces, and general purpose forces; examination of topics in the use of national power; principles and theory of flight, and basic communication skills, physical fitness training and demonstration of personal leadership and managerial abilities. One lecture; two lab.

AES 201 (2)
Development of Air Power I

This course covers the historical survey of trends, events, and policies that led to the emergence of air power through the Persian Gulf War. It also provides an introduction to basic leadership and management skills, ethical decision-making, basic communication skills, and prepares students to attend field training. One lecture; two lab.

AES 202 (2)
Development of Air Power II

This course covers the establishment of the Air Force as a separate service, the Cold War, development of various concepts of employment and technological improvements of air power from the Korean Conflict to present; effective communication skills and application of elements of personal leadership. One lecture; two lab.


AHS—Allied Health Sciences

AHS 100 (3)
Introduction to Health Services

Overview of the inner workings of the health care industry and the political, cultural, and socio-economic forces that shape the delivery of health services. Predominant health care systems in the U.S. including Medicare and Medicaid will be examined along with the availability and utilization of various resources, health ethics and law, and quality of care. Three lecture.

AHS 101 (3)
Careers in Health Care

Presents an introduction to the breadth of health care provider and supportive roles in today’s rapidly diversifying health care industry. Three lecture.

AHS 105 (3)
Communication & Behavior in the Health Care Setting

Introduces the student of health occupations to essential workplace communication and behavioral skills that fosters the provision of quality patient care, teamwork, and employee job satisfaction. Three lecture.

AHS 110 (3)
Health Care Ethics & Law

Study of the central legal and ethical issues facing health care providers in today’s complex health care delivery system; examine managed care, bioethics, telemedicine, death and dying, workplace and practice employment issues, and liability and malpractice through the use of case studies and scenarios. Three lecture.

AHS 131 (3)
Medical Terminology I

Medical vocabulary for beginning students in allied health and science fields. Includes word roots, prefixes, suffixes, and abbreviations. Emphasizes spelling, pronunciation, and definition. Three lecture.

AHS 135 (3)
Medical Coding, Insurance & Billing

Students learn to submit, trace, appeal, and transmit health care claims; includes step-by-step instruction for all major forms of claims using real-life cases and classroom instruction with current software that provides immediate feedback, self-tests, and additional self-paced exercises. Prerequisites: CIS 102 or 120, and OIS 110, and AHS 100. Co-requisites: AHS 131, ENG 100 or ENG 101; or consent of instructor. Three lecture.

AHS 137 (3)
Back Office Procedures

Theory of basic medical assistant clinical duties. Focus is placed on basic information about common medical conditions, procedures and patient interaction and care within the medical office. Prerequisite: AHS 131.Three lecture.

AHS 140 (3)
Care-Giving in Assisted Living

Students examine the foundation principles of assisted living. These include general resident supervision, crisis intervention, self-administration of prescribed medication, concepts of aging and associated physical and medical sequelae and their monitoring, personal care needs, social and rehabilitative activity, care-planning, the management of staff and services for residents, and the laws, policies and procedures regulating the assisted living environment. Meets the training requirements of the Arizona Department of Health Services for caregivers and managers in assisted living facilities. Two lecture; three lab.

AHS 150 (3)
Psychiatric Technician I

A comprehensive introduction to the role of the psychiatric and mental health aide in both the acute care and out-patient or partial-hospitalization psychiatric and addictions milieu; content addresses such issues as common disorders, developmental anomalies, patients’ rights, family dynamics and therapy, managing therapeutic groups, coping and maladaptive strategies, violence, and sexuality. Pre- or co-requisites: PSY 205, AHS 100, AHS 105 or consent of instructor. Two lecture; three lab.

AHS 160 (3)
Phlebotomy Procedures

Theory and practice of basic phlebotomy and specimen processing including laboratory test codes, equipment, procedures, role development and the health care team, ethics and safety, and legal issues and quality assurance. Prerequisite: AHS 131. Co-requisite: AHS 161; this course must be taken in conjunction with AHS 161. Three lecture.

AHS 161 (4)
Phlebotomy Practicum

Theory and practice of basic phlebotomy and specimen processing; clinical experiences in acute care, clinic, and community agency settings. Co-requisite: AHS 160. One lecture; nine lab. This course must be taken in conjunction with AHS 160.

AHS 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


AJS—Administration of Justice

AJS 101 (3)
Introduction to Administration of Justice

Organization and jurisdiction of local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial and corrections systems, terminology, and constitutional limitations of the system. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Three lecture.

AJS 102 (3)
Introduction to Military Justice

Basic overview of the organization and jurisdiction of military justice and judicial system. Three lecture.

AJS 105 (3)
Juvenile Detention Studies

Introduction to the field of juvenile detention, including responsibilities and job duties of the detention employee. The course will include both legal and procedural issues in the subject area. Three lecture.

AJS 110 (3)
The Correction Function

History and development of correctional theories and institutions. Three lecture.

AJS 120 (3)
Substantive Criminal Law

Philosophy and legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American criminal law. Classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definitions of crime, common defenses utilized, and review of offenses and the essential elements of each defense. Three lecture.

AJS 130 (3)
The Police Function

Theories of procedures and methods of operations with emphasis on the discretionary powers available to the working police officer. Career opportunities and current trends in law enforcement will be presented. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Three lecture.

AJS 141 (3)
Gang Behavior & Street Violence

Development of gangs, how society promotes them, and how they are self-sustaining through street violence. Includes a detailed look at victims’ rights and the history of vigilantes in America. Three lecture.

AJS 150 (3)
Rules of Criminal Procedures

Procedural criminal law including the judiciary role in the criminal justice systems, the right to council, pretrial release, grand juries, adjudication process, types and rules of evidence, and sentencing. Three lecture.

AJS 160 (3)
Justice System Management

Principles of administration and organization of management functions and services within criminal justice systems. Three lecture.

AJS 170 (3)
Security Issues in Private Industry

A historical overview of the development and evolution of law enforcement and its developing relationship and dependence on the need for private asset protection. Students will assess current prevention technology, its development and history, and future direction and application. The class will further examine the roles of law enforcement and private security officers as well as the inherent differences. Legal limitations and provisions, public/private security agency(s) and liability issues in the industry will be analyzed. Three lecture.

AJS 200 (3)
Community Relations

Examination, recognition, and understanding of community problems; community action programs; methods of coping with human behavior, conflict and communications; ethnic and minority cultures and environments; the community and the relationships with the criminal justice system. Three lecture.

AJS 209 (3)
Criminal Jurisdiction on Federal and Indian Land

Jurisdiction of local, state, and tribal law enforcement AES agencies over crimes committed on federal military reservation, national parks, national forests, federal buildings, as well as Indian lands. Agreements with tribal governments, including courts, and police agencies of tribes, counties, states, and the federal government will also be examined. Three lecture. Spring only.

AJS 220 (3)
Rules of Evidence

Understanding of the rules of evidence which most often affect personnel concerned with the administration of the criminal law. Three lecture.

AJS 230 (3)
Deviant Behavior

Basic concepts of deviant behavior; evaluates current literature and studies the application of current criminological theories related to patterns of deviance. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Three lecture.

AJS 240 (3)
Juvenile Justice Procedure

History and development of juvenile procedures and institutions. Three lecture.

AJS 250 (3)
Criminal Investigations

Fundamentals of criminal investigation. Examines theory of criminal investigation, crime scene procedures, case preparation, interviewing, and basic investigative techniques. Three lecture.

AJS 260 (3)
Constitutional Law

Constitutional law as it relates to the operation of the criminal justice system. Three lecture.

AJS 265 (3)
Probation & Parole

The selection process for the release of both adults and juveniles under the supervision of probation and parole guidelines and the community values consistent with those under supervision. Three lecture.

AJS 280 (3)
Criminology

Deviance and society’s role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime and victimization; relationships between statistics and crime trends. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Three lecture.

AJS 285 (3)
Women and the Criminal Justice System

Fundamental Components of the American criminal justice system with emphasis on the experiences of women regarding: crime, victimization, and the differential treatment of women in the system. This course is a basic overview of the American criminal justice system, women as perpetrators, women as victims, and women working in the field of criminal justice. Three Lecture.

AJS 291 (3)
Terrorism & Counter-Terrorism

Nature of terrorism, terrorist threat, and countermeasures to combat terrorism. Three lecture.

AJS 292 (3)
Hostage Negotiations

Essentials of hostage negotiations for all personnel and may serve as a refresher for trained personnel. Three lecture.

AJS 295 (3)
White Collar & Corporate Crime

A close look at the theories, laws and issues surrounding white collar crime in contemporary society. Three lecture.

AJS 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


ANT—Anthropology

ANT 101 (4)
Introduction to Physical Anthropology

An introductory survey of the basic principles, concepts, assumptions, theories, and vocabulary of human evolution and world archaeology. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences Three lecture; two lab.

ANT 102 (3)
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

Principles of cultural and social anthropology, with illustrative materials from a variety of cultures. The nature of culture; social, political, and economic systems; religion, aesthetics and language. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences, Special Requirements: Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness; Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness. Three lecture.

ANT 110 (3)
Exploring Archaeology

History, methods, and theory of archeology with an emphasis on modern techniques of studying prehistoric and historic populations and their cultural remains. General Education: Social and Behavioral Science. Three lecture.

ANT 210 (3)
Peoples of the World

A comparative study of selected peoples and cultures from various regions of the globe, including the historical and contemporary experiences of these groups. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Special Requirements: Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness, Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness. Three lecture.

ANT 230 (3)
Peoples of the Southwest

Ethnohistorical survey of the American Southwest culture area, focusing on selected Pueblo and non-Pueblo peoples. This course is designed to expose the student to the richness of traditional Southwestern cultures in order to stimulate an appreciation for the Native history and ethnic diversity of the region. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Special Requirements: Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness, Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness. Three lecture.

ANT 241 (3)
Anthropology of Religion

Anthropology of religious practices employed by both western and non-western peoples in dealing with adversity, misfortune, illness, death and similar phenomena beyond human control. Three lecture.

ANT 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


ART—Art

ART 100 (3)
Art Appreciation

Historical overview and appreciation of painting, sculpture, architecture, film, and crafts. Examines individual works of art with regard to both their formal qualities and the way they reflect the shifting patterns of culture. Field trips. General Education: Arts and Humanities. Three lecture.

ART 103 (3)
Native American Art of the Southwest

Survey of Native American artwork from the southwestern United States covering architecture, arts and crafts from the prehistoric period to the present. Also includes the history of native cultures of the region. Field trips to local prehistoric sites and museums. General Education: Arts and Humanities. Special Requirements: Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 105 (3)
Beginning Art

Introductory course in drawing and painting techniques and materials for students who would like to explore their creativity. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 110 (3)
Drawing I

Perspective and visual perception as related to developing artistic visual growth in perceiving our environment. Emphasizes analysis of objects and their compositional placement within the pictorial construction. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 111 (3)
Drawing II

Further development of technical and perceptual drawing skills. Emphasis on composition and pictorial content. Prerequisite: ART 110 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 114 (3)
Stained Glass I

Copper foil and lead techniques of stained glass, including precision glass cutting and creative application of these techniques in producing interior and architectural pieces. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 115 (3)
Color Theory

Principles of color theory related to the visual arts. Includes a variety of media. Prerequisite: ART 110 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 120 (3)
Ceramics I

Introduction to handbuilding techniques, wheel throwing, glazing and other decorative techniques, kiln firing and ceramics history. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 121 (3)
Ceramics II

Emphasis on developing intermediate skill with the potter’s wheel and handbuilding methods, glazing and decoration techniques, and kiln operations. Prerequisite: ART 120. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 130 (3)
Computer Graphics I

An introductory course in computer graphics. Introduction to design principles and visual problem solving with software suitable for two-dimensional design and illustration. Prerequisite: CIS 102 or CIS 120 or consent of instructor. Recommended: ART 110 and ART 160. Two lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 133 (2)
Calligraphy I

Basic calligraphic skills including letter form, spacing, and page design. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 134 (2)
Calligraphy II

Expands calligraphic skills including letterform, spacing, and page design. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 135 (2)
Adobe PhotoShop

Introduction to Adobe Photoshop software, its variety of tools and basic techniques for working with them. Includes practice with basic scanning and printing devices and techniques. Prerequisites: CIS 120 or consent of instructor. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 140 (3)
Jewelry I

Jewelry and the hand working of nonferrous craft metals and associated materials. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 150 (3)
Photography I

Photography as an art form. Includes camera operation with emphasis on its use as a creative tool. Basic darkroom techniques, including film development, printing, and composition. Two lecture; four lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 151 (2)
Photography Techniques & Materials

More advanced techniques and materials than the basic course. Emphasis on developing an alternative vision. Prerequisite: ART 150 or consent of instructor. One lecture; two lab.

ART 160 (3)
Color & Design

Fundamentals of two-dimensional design emphasizing study and utilization of the principles of design, development of a visual vocabulary, and study of color theory. Prerequisite: ART 110 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 165 (3)
Three-dimensional Design

Introduction to the fundamental concepts and design principles involved in organizing three-dimensional space and materials used in three-dimensional art forms. One lecture; five lab.

ART 180 (3)
Sculpture I

Introduction to sculptural processes, techniques and materials in clay, metal, wood, and stone. Includes sculptural history and criticism. Prerequisite: ART 165 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 190 (3)
Oil/Acrylic Painting I

Introduction to techniques and materials traditionally used in oil and/or acrylic painting. Prerequisite: ART 110 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 191 (3)
Oil/Acrylic Painting II

Intermediate course in developing expressive and descriptive skills using oil and/or acrylic paint. Prerequisite: ART 190 and ART 160 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 194 (3)
Watercolor I

Transparent qualities of watercolor medium. Techniques and materials will be used to stimulate personal creativity and uniqueness of expression. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 195 (3)
Watercolor II

Increased opportunity for independent development. Implements study of techniques to fit individual needs. Prerequisite: ART 194 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 199 (0.5–6)
Workshop

Designed to provide workshop courses based on student and faculty interest in pursuing or presenting an original topic. Workshops may be developed to enhance existing curriculum or to give students experience that is not covered by existing curriculum. One-half to six variable credit hours. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 201 (3)
Art History I

Study of the historical development of significant periods and styles in painting, sculpture, and architecture from the prehistoric through the Gothic periods. Emphasis is placed upon the cultural context within which the works of art are created. Pre-requisite: ENG 101. General Education: Arts and Humanities, Special Requirements: Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness. Three lecture.

ART 202 (3)
Art History II

Historical development of significant periods and styles in painting, sculpture, and architecture from the Renaissance to the twentieth century with an emphasis on the cultural context within which the works of art were created. Prerequisite: ENG 101. General Education: Arts and Humanities, Special Requirements: Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness. Three lecture.

ART 203 (3)
Artist’s Business Course

Business skills for the practicing artist. Budgeting, bookkeeping, tax planning, contracts, marketing, and grantsmanship. Three lecture.

ART 210 (3)
Life Drawing I

Application of the elements of drawing in the description of the human figure, drawing from the model. Topics include: light and shade, composition, and anatomy. Prerequisite: ART 110 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 214 (3)
Stained Glass II

Design and construction of stained glass pieces using copper foil and/or lead processes, manipulation of the surface of glass using an etching process, basic glass design vocabulary, developing proficiency with glass working hand tools. Prerequisite: ART 114. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 220 (3)
Art of the United States

Study of the historical development of the arts and architecture in America from the Colonial period to the present. Prerequisite: ENG 101. General Education/ AGEC Special Requirements: Global/ International Awareness or Historical Awareness. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 221 (3)
Art of the Southwest

A historical survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture in the southwestern region of the United States from pre-historic time to the present. Prerequisite: ENG 101. General Education: Arts and Humanities. Special Requirements: Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness, Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness. Three lecture.

ART 225 (3)
History of Photography

Historical development of the aesthetics and technology of photography from 1836 to the present. Prerequisite: ENG 101. Three lecture.

ART 230 (3)
Illustration I

Introduction to illustration styles, techniques and materials. Emphasis on creative solutions to visual communications projects. One lecture; three lab.

ART 252 (3)
Documentary Photography

An introductory course in the field of documentary photography, to include camera use, documentary history and techniques. Field Trips. Prerequisite: ART 150, English 101, or consent of the instructor. Two lecture; two lab.

ART 280 (3)
Advanced Studio Workshop

A course for students interested in further developing artistic expression and skills in order to pursue personal artistic goals. Prerequisite: ART 111, or ART 190, or ART 195, or ART 210. One lecture; five lab.

ART 290 (3)
Visual Arts Practicum

Portfolio development and community based service learning experience for visual arts majors. One lecture; three lab.

ART 294 (3)
Watercolor III

An advanced course in watercolor painting with increased opportunity for development of individual style through traditional and experimental techniques. Prerequisite: ART 195 or consent of instructor. One lecture; five lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ART 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


ASL—American Sign Language

ASL 101 (4)
American Sign Language I

Principles, methods, and techniques for acquiring basic skills using American sign language, with emphasis on developing visual and receptive skills and basic communication. General Education: Options. Four lecture.

ASL 102 (4)
American Sign Language II

Further emphasis on American Sign Language vocabulary, grammar, receptive, and expressive technique development. Prerequisite: ASL 101 or consent of instructor. General Education: Options. Four lecture.

ASL 201 (4)
American Sign Language III

Enhanced focus on expressive and receptive American Sign Language sign skills. Application of syntactical and grammatical structure, idioms, body language, and cultural aspects of deafness. Prerequisite: ASL 102 or consent of instructor. General Education: Options. Four lecture.

ASL 202 (4)
American Sign Language IV

Further development of American Sign Language communication skills with emphasis on spontaneous conversation, discussions, narratives, and register. Prerequisite: ASL 201 or consent of instructor. Four lecture. General Education: Options. Four lecture.

ASL 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) who has an interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


AUT—Automotive

AUT 100 (3)
Automotive Basics

Basic automotive knowledge as it relates to owner and operator of an automobile or light truck. It will give the student an understanding of systems and maintenance. Two lecture; two lab.

AUT 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


AVT—Aviation

AVT 131 (3)
Private Ground School

Aviation fundamentals including aerodynamics, aircraft performance and operations, earth’s atmosphere and weather systems, radio communications and navigation, aeronautical chart reading and course plotting, use of the plotter and slide graphic physiology. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

AVT 132 (3)
Instrument Pilot Ground School

Non-flying aspects of instrument pilot aviation needed to prepare for the FAA written examination and to become an instrument-rated pilot. Topics include instrument flight environment, operational confederations, advanced meteorology, instrument flight planning, and regulations. Three lecture.

AVT 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


AZG—Arizona Government University

AZG 298 (.25-3)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. .25 to three variable credit hours


BIO—Biology

BIO 100 (4)
Biology Concepts

Basic principles and concepts of biology. Explores methods of scientific inquiry and behavior of organisms and energy in biological systems. Prerequisites: MAT 087 or placement; ENG 101 or placement; or consent of instructor. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 105 (4)
Environmental Biology

Basic concepts of ecology and the importance of human interaction with the natural ecosystem. Field trips. Pre- or co-requisites: MAT 087, or placement; ENG 102; or consent of instructor. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences; Special Requirements: Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness; Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 109 (4)
Natural History of the Southwest

Based on the life zone concept, an examination of the geologic history and ecological history of the Southwest. Emphasis is on the identification and adaptations of biotic populations. Involves field trips. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or consent of instructor. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 112 (2)
Native Plants of Northern Arizona

An exploration of common plant species native to Northern Arizona with special emphasis on plant identification, collection, and distribution. Field Trips. One lecture. Three lab.

BIO 160 (4)
Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology

Biology 160 is the study of the structure and function of the human body. It is designed for students who want a one semester course in anatomy and physiology and those pursuing certificates in the allied health sciences; students majoring in the sciences or preparing for professional health science careers should enroll in the BIO 201/202 sequence. Prerequisite: ENG 031 or placement. General Education: Lab Sciences. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 181 (4)
Unity of Life I: Life of the Cell

An introductory course for biology majors emphasizing central principles related to cellular and molecular processes in the cell. Course will include molecular structure, cell structure, reproduction, metabolism molecular genetics and evolution. Prerequisite: high school algebra and biology or consent of instructor. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 182 (4)
Unity of Life II: Multicellular Organisms

The second semester of introductory biology majors course. Builds on principles from BIO 181 to emphasize organism principles of life. Covers all multicellular organisms. Prerequisite: BIO 181. Three lecture, three lab.

BIO 201 (4)
Human Anatomy & Physiology I

Design and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary, muscular, skeletal, nervous, and sensory systems. Prerequisite:BIO 181. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 202 (4)
Human Anatomy & Physiology II

Design and function of the human body. Topics include body fluids, immune, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Prerequisite: BIO 201 or consent of instructor. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 205 (4)
Microbiology

Microorganisms and their relationships to health, ecology, and related areas. Prerequisite: one semester of college-level chemistry or consent of instructor. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 253 (4)
Biotechnology & Current Issues

Examinations of the natural and human-manipulated processes involved in genetics and gene expression. Concentrations on current genetic manipulations and potential consequences in biological, ecological, and social systems along with potential ethical, and legal concerns. Curriculum may vary depending on current concerns Field trips may be involved. Intended for those interested in the influence of science on society. Prerequisite: BIO 100 or consent of instructor. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Three lecture; three lab.

BIO 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


BUS—Business

BUS 100 (3)
Mathematics of Business

Mathematical concepts and procedures involved in financial transactions. Includes percentages, liabilities, insurance, investments, assets, amortization, proration, taxes, and banking as it pertains to business. Prerequisites: MAT 087 or placement. Three lecture.

BUS 103 (3)
Personal Finance

Problem solving for the financial needs of individuals. Includes budgeting, banking, home ownership and real estate, saving, investing, borrowing, insurance, and planning for wills and trusts. Three lecture.

BUS 105 (3)
Basic Investments

Study of inflation, taxation, government securities, stocks and bonds, real estate, and retirement plans. Three lecture.

BUS 111 (3)
Business English

Effective listening, responding, reading, and writing with emphasis on using these skills in the work place, from job application and interview to on-the-job oral and written communications. Prerequisite: ENG 100 or placement. Three lecture.

BUS 203 (3)
Business Law

History and structure of the American legal system as it applies to business. Contract law with some discussion of criminal law and tort law. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Three lecture.

BUS 204 (3)
Business Communications

Solving business problems through effective oral and written communications. Letter forms and methods of writing business letters. Creating functional letters related to inquiry, response, good will, sales, credit, and adjustment and collection. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or BUS 111 or placement on the Business English Proficiency Test. Three lecture.

BUS 206 (3)
Principles of Management

Fundamentals of management including the management principles and techniques used for business objectives, structure, operational procedures, and control procedures. Principles and techniques discussed may be applied to any area of business and industry. Three lecture.

BUS 207 (3)
Principles of Marketing

Environment of marketing including analysis of various marketing activities and discussion of the economic, psychological and sociological factors which influence marketing activities. Three lecture.

BUS 209 (3)
Principles of Supervision

Concepts and techniques used in the direct supervision of others. Supervisor’s relationship to those directly supervised and others in the organization, management of human and physical resources, group processes, communication, and leadership skills. Three lecture.

BUS 211 (3)
Human Resources/Personnel Management

Human resources planning and its application to the organization’s goals and objectives. Human resources policies, job analysis, employee selection, training, performance evaluation, benefits, compensation, labor
relations, morale, safety, and termination. Three lecture.

BUS 213 (3)
Small Business Management

Fundamentals of starting and operating a small business. Location, financing, organization, feasibility studies, and sales promotion. Three lecture.

BUS 214 (3)
Legal, Ethical & Regulatory Issues in Business

Legal theories, ethical issues, and regulatory climate affecting business policies and decisions. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or consent of instructor. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Three lecture.

BUS 216 (3)
Principles of Business Finance

Principles of financial management as applied to the operations of non-financial business and industry firms. Application of financial analysis tools and techniques needed for the process of business and industry financial administration and decision making, goals and functions of financial management, analysis and planning, working capital management, capital budgeting, and the cost of capital risk. Three lecture.

BUS 218 (3)
Customer Service

Effective communication skills to benefit the customer service contact personnel. Establishing contact, defining and resolving problems, and closing an encounter. Three lecture.

BUS 232 (3)
Business Statistics & Analysis

Business statistics, including the collection, tabulation, and analysis of business and economic data. Averages, dispersion, statistical inference, correlation and regression, and statistical decision making and problem solving. Prerequisite: MAT 142 or higherThree lecture.

BUS 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


CHM—Chemistry

CHM 090 (3)
Preparatory Chemistry

Introductory course designed for students who have not had chemistry before and are planning to take CHM 130 or CHM 151. Includes basic principles and concepts of chemistry. Prerequisite: MAT 087 or placement, and ENG 060 or placement. Three lecture. S/U credit only.

CHM 130 (4)
Fundamental Chemistry

General inorganic chemistry, scientific methods, and general laboratory procedures. Prerequisites: high school chemistry or CHM 090 and MAT 121 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Three lecture; three lab.

CHM 151 (5)
General Chemistry I

Fundamental concepts in chemistry. Stoichiometry, gas laws, atomic and molecular theory, and states of matter. Prerequisites: MAT 121 or placement and high school chemistry or satisfactory completion of CHM 090, or consent of instructor. General Education: Lab Sciences. Four lecture; three lab.

CHM 152 (5)
General Chemistry II

Continuation of Chemistry 151 with an emphasis on kinetics and equilibrium, nuclear, aqueous solution, and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: CHM 151. General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences. Four lecture; three lab.

CHM 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


CIS—Computer Information Systems

CIS 102 (2)
Computer Literacy

Introduces students to general computer concepts including computer-related terminology, computer system components, and computer operations. Students will have an opportunity to become familiar with personal computers for personal or business applications and create documents using word processing, spreadsheet, charting, and database software. No prior computer experience is necessary. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 110 (3)
Windows, the Internet, and Online Learning

Introduces students to the Windows Operating System, the Internet, and online instruction with an emphasis on hands-on learning. Students will gain the skills necessary to work comfortably in the Windows and WebCT environments, manage files efficiently, use e-mail effectively, and conduct research on the World Wide Web. Students will become familiar with the skills and mindset necessary to succeed in online courses. Three lecture.

CIS 111 (2)
Principles of Programming

Introduction to programming logic and structures as applied to business computer applications and programming languages. Structure techniques and high-level languages. No prior computer experience necessary. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 112 (2)
Introduction to Windows

Basic operations and components of Windows environment through hands-on experience use many of the Windows tools and accessory applications. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 113 (1)
Introduction to PowerPoint

An introduction to creating, modifying, enhancing and presenting a PowerPoint presentation. Students will learn basic techniques and skills needed to create slides with special effects, animation and transition elements for professional presentations. One lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 115 (1)
Introduction to the Internet

Introduces students to general concepts, components, and operations related to the use of the Internet. Through hands-on computer activities, students will gain the skills necessary to browse and search the World Wide Web and to use e-mail. No prior computer experience is necessary. One lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 117 (2)
Intro to Web Page Design

An introduction to creating and editing documents for the World Wide Web (www). Students will learn basic editing and design skills and develop a multi-page document including graphical elements. CIS 115 or prior fundamental working knowledge of the Internet is recommended. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 120 (3)
Introduction to Computer Information Systems

Concepts and theories regarding computer hardware, software, and information processing systems. Includes an intensive lecture component covering the most current technological and computer information available and a hands-on component using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation, e-mail and web browsing application software packages. No prior experience necessary. General Education: Options. Three lecture.

CIS 122 (2)
Introduction to MS Word

Concepts and capabilities of word processing software Microsoft Word in the Windows environment through extensive hands-on experience with business applications creating, editing, and enhancing documents appropriate to the work environment and personal use. No prior computer experience required. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 123 (2)
Introduction to Excel Spreadsheets

Concepts and capabilities of electronic spreadsheet software using Microsoft Excel through extensive hands-on experience. Students will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to: create, edit, enhance worksheets and charts; use the data features of filtering, summarizing through sub-totals and totals, and pivot tables; link and embed objects between various Microsoft Office application software appropriate for workplace or personal use. Prior computer experience is not required. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit

CIS 125 (3)
Introduction to Databases

Database design using the relational model and entity-relation diagrams. Concepts and capabilities of database management system (DBMS) software through extensive hands-on experience. No prior Windows experience necessary. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 127 (3)
Introduction to Desktop Publishing

Basic and advanced concepts and capabilities of desktop publishing software in the Windows environment through extensive hands-on experience using business and personal applications. Prerequisite: CIS 122, , or consent of instructor. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 130 (3)
Microcomputer with A+

This course will prepare students for the A+ CompTIA core exam. Focus will be on installations, configuration, and upgrading, diagnosing and troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, motherboards, processors, memory, printers, basic networking, system and bus architecture, expansion boards and slots, floppy/hard drive components and controllers, input and output devices, power supplies, and customer service. Three lecture.

CIS 135 (3)
Microcomputer Repair A+ OS

This course will prepare students for the A+ CompTIA OS exam. Focus will be on operating system’s functions, file concepts and procedures, Windows OS 9X, 2000, and XP installations, configuration and upgrading, boot system sequences, diagnosing and troubleshooting error messages, basic system network procedure and connections. Prerequisite: CIS 130 or consent of instructor. Three lecture.

CIS 140 (4)
CISCO Network Academy Semester 1

This is the first of four semester courses designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging networking technology that will empower them to enter employment or further education and training in the computer networking field. A task analysis of current industry standards and occupational analysis was used to develop the content. Instruction includes, safety, networking, network terminology and protocols, network standards, local-area networks (LANs), wide-area networks (WANs), open system interconnection (OSI) models, cabling, cabling tools, routers, router programming, Ethernet, internet protocol (IP) addressing, and network standards. Particular emphasis is given to the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication, and social-studies concepts to solve networking problems. In addition, instruction and training are provided in the proper care, maintenance, and use of networking software, tools, and equipment and all local, state, and federal safety, building, and environmental codes and regulations. Co-requisite: CIS 120. Four lecture. Fall only.

CIS 150 (4)
CISCO Network Academy Semester 2

This is the second of four semesters in the Cisco Networking Academy Program. The program is designed to teach students the skills they will need to design, build, and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides them with the opportunity to enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer-networking field. Prerequisite: CIS 140. Four lecture. Spring only.

CIS 160 (4)
CISCO Network Academy Semester 3

This is the third of four semesters in the Cisco Networking Academy Program. The program is designed to teach students the skills they will need to design, build, and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides them with the opportunity to enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer-networking field. Prerequisite: CIS 150. Four lecture. Fall only.

CIS 161 (4)
UNIX Administration I

This is the first of two semester courses designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging UNIX Administration that will empower them to enter employment or further education and training in the computer administration/networking field. A task analysis of current industry standards and occupational analysis was used to develop the content. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, safety, UNIX Administration, UNIX networking, UNIX terminology and related protocols, network operation system standards, local-area networks (LANs), Network Management tools, Open System Interconnection (OSI) models, Ethernet, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing, User Administration, Files and Directories, Backup and recovery. Particular emphasis is given to the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication, and social-studies concepts to solve UNIX Administration/Networking problems. In addition, instruction and training are provided in the proper care, maintenance, and use of UNIX software, tools, and equipment. Co-requisite: CIS 120. Four Lecture. Fall.

CIS 170 (4)
CISCO Network Academy Semester 4

This is the last of four semesters in the Cisco Networking Academy Program. The program is designed to teach students the skills they will need to design, build, and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides them with the opportunity to enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer-networking field. Prerequisite: CIS 160. Four lecture. Spring only.

CIS 171 (4)
UNIX Administration II

This is the second of two semester courses designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging UNIX administration that will empower them to enter employment or further education and training in the computer administration and networking field. A task analysis of current industry standards and occupational analysis was used to develop the content. Instruction includes, but is not limited to, safety, UNIX administration, UNIX networking, UNIX terminology and related protocols, network operation system standards, local-area networks (LANs), network management tools, user administration, files and directories, backup and recovery, and internet protocol (IP) addressing. Particular emphasis is given to the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication, and social studies concepts to solve UNIX administration and networking problems. In addition, instruction and training are provided in the proper care, maintenance, and use of UNIX software, tools, and equipment. Prerequisite: CIS 161. Four lecture. Spring only.

CIS 217 (3)
Web Publishing I

Design and creation of presentations for publishing on the World Wide Web. Through extensive hands-on experience, students will gain the necessary authoring skills to design, prepare, edit, publish and maintain Web sites that incorporate tables, forms, image maps, Common Gateway Interface (CGI) scripts, animation, multimedia, and HTML programming. Covers emerging issues in Web publishing. Prior understanding of the fundamentals of Web page design and experience creating Web pages is required. Prerequisites: CIS 117 or consent of instructor. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 220 (4)
Computer Programming I

Focuses on using programming language to illustrate good programming practices, application development techniques and visual design. The course will provide students with a good foundation in structured programming concepts and practices. Emphasis placed on the development of small business systems applications. CIS 111 Principles of Programming strongly recommended prior to this course. Prerequisite: CIS 120 or consent of instructor. Four lecture.

CIS 221 (4)
Computer Programming II

Focuses on features to construct Java applets, Java applications, control structures, methods, arrays, character and string manipulation, graphics, object-oriented programming, and structured. Prerequisite: CIS 220 or consent of instructor. Four lecture.

CIS 222 (2)
Advanced MS Word

Extensive hands-on experience in advanced concepts and capabilities of MS Word. Prior experience creating, editing, and formatting documents required. Prerequisite: CIS 122 or consent of instructor. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 223 (2)
Advanced Excel Spreadsheets

Advanced features of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software that can be applied for personal use or in a business environment. Features will include: multiple worksheets and summary sheets, mail merge, range names, financial functions, macros, scenario. Prior experience creating, editing, and formatting spreadsheets and charts required. Prerequisite: CIS 123 or consent of instructor. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

CIS 230 (4)
Implementing & Supporting Windows

Installing, configuring, customizing, optimizing and troubleshooting Windows 2000 operating system. This course includes integrating Windows 2000 with various networks. This course helps to prepare students to take the Microsoft Certified Professional exam for Windows 2000 Professional (70-210). Prerequisite: CIS 130 and 135. Four lecture.

CIS 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


DAN—Dance

DAN 100 (2)
Beginning Dance Movement

Dance movement for adults with no experience in dance. Ballet, character dances, and modern dance movements. Dance movement concepts for exercise. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 105 (2)
Aerobic Dance I

Aerobic dance as a fun way to develop strength, endurance, and flexibility through strengthening, stretching, and cardiovascular activity. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 110 (2)
Ballet I

Basic ballet techniques and appreciation of ballet as a form of artistic expression. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 111 (2)
Beginning Yoga

Beginning Yoga including yoga postures, breathing, history, and philosophy. One lecture, two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 120 (2)
Modern Dance I

Beginning modern dance technique. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 130 (1)
Concert Dance I

Performance in specially choreographed dance productions. Methods used in choreography. Two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 140 (1)
Folk Dance I

Elements of folk dancing. Two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 150 (2)
Jazz Dance I

Basic jazz dance technique. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 160 (3)
Awareness through Dance

This is a class for students wishing to gain a greater sense of awareness of themselves through movement and dance techniques. The class incorporates different movement and awareness modalities such as Feldenkreis, yoga, Tai Chi, and improvisational dance. One lecture; four lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 170 (3)
Dance for Performing Artists

Movement techniques and styles for the performing artist. Beginning dance, improvisation, mime, vocalization and a stage presence are among the topics covered. Designed for students and performers involved in theatre, musical theatre and opera. Two lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 180 (3)
Dance Production

Theory and practice of lighting, scenery, sound, and stage management for dance production. One lecture; three lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 199 (0.5–6)
Dance Workshop

Designed to provide workshop courses based on student and faculty interest in pursuing or presenting an original topic. Workshops may be developed to enhance existing curriculum or to give students experience that is not covered by existing curriculum. One-half to six variable credit hours.

DAN 200 (2)
Improvisation

Introduces principles of dance improvisation. Study and development of creative movement sources and potential through exploration of human and environmental relationships. One lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 211 (3)
Ballet II

Ballet techniques for the student with previous ballet experience. Two lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 215 (3)
Teaching Dance for Children

Theory and practice of teaching creative dance for children. Prerequisites: DAN 200 and one of the following: DAN 211 or DAN 221 or DAN 250; or consent of instructor. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 221 (3)
Modern Dance II

Intermediate modern dance techniques. Two lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 230 (3)
Beginning Choreography

Introduction to basic choreographic principles including composition and form and content in dance. Prerequisites: DAN 200 and one of the following: DAN 210 or DAN 221 or DAN 250; or consent of instructor. One lecture; three lab.

DAN 250 (3)
Jazz Dance II

Study of technical detail in the development and conditioning of the body for jazz and professional dance today. Two lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 251 (3)
Jazz Dance III

Advanced study of the art and technique of jazz dance at a pre-professional level. Prerequisite: DAN 250 or permission of the instructor. Two lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

DAN 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


DFT—Drafting

DFT 110 (3)
Technical Drafting & CAD Fundamentals

Technical drafting fundamentals, supported by introductions to computer-aided drafting (CAD), enabling the familiarization and visualization of drafting principles, standards, tools, and techniques. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 125 (3)
Architectural Drafting I

Principles of architectural drafting design and techniques. This board-drafting course covers fundamentals of design, space, utilization, drafting tool usage, construction drafting requirements, and the development of a set of blueprints. Prerequisite: DFT 110 or consent of instructor. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 150 (3)
Auto CAD 2D

This course will enable students to utilize computer-aided drafting (CAD) in a 2D medium. Prerequisite: DFT 110 or consent of instructor. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 170 (3)
CADKey I

Working knowledge of geometric construction and an introduction to computer-aided manufacturing software program in creating 2D drawings. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 200 (3)
AutoCAD 3D

This course furthers a student’s mastery of computer-aided drafting (CAD) by exploring how to unlock the power of 3D through the use of advanced AutoCAD applications. Prerequisite: DFT 150. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 210 (3)
Technical Drafting I: CAD 2D

Application of technical drafting technology using computer-aided drafting (CAD) as the medium for drafting. Auxiliary views, revolutions, dimensioning, tolerancing, fasteners, design, and working drawings shall be covered, utilizing several working drawings. Prerequisite: DFT 150. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 225 (3)
Architectural Drafting I: CAD

Application of constructing architectural drawings uses the power of computer-aided drafting (CAD) as the medium for drafting. Utilizes working drawings to focus on scale to drawing parameters, symbol libraries, dimensioning, and drawing enhancement. Prerequisites: DFT 125 and DFT 150. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 260 (3)
Architectural Drafting II: CAD

Advanced application of construction architectural drawings using the power of 2D and 3D computer-aided drafting (CAD) as the medium for drafting. Advanced 2D detail views, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing. 3D drawings including floor plans, plot plans, elevations, perspectives, landscape, and detail views, utilizing several working drawings interfacing with a multi-pen plotter. Prerequisites: DFT 200 and DFT 225. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 270 (3)
CADKey II

Advanced knowledge of the 3D capabilities of the computer-aided drafting (CAD) software and the Cartesian coordinate system common to most CAD systems with the addition of the Z axis or depth of a given design. Prerequisite: DFT 170. Two lecture; two lab.

DFT 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


ECE—Early Childhood Education

ECE 100 (3)
Introduction to Early Childhood Education

An introduction to the profession of early childhood education, including an historical overview, developmentally appropriate practice, cultural diversity, family roles, teacher roles, professional development and current issues. Three lecture.

ECE 110 (3)
Early Childhood Curriculum

The fundamentals of curriculum theory and design appropriate to the developmental needs of young children. Three lecture.

ECE 120 (3)
Health, Safety & Nutrition for the Young Child

Provides a study of health, safety and nutrition with related activities including current issues, guidelines and practices in early childhood settings. Three lecture.

ECE 200 (3)
Child Guidance

Exploration, through observation and recording, of behaviors of young children. Emphasis placed on positive guidance techniques to promote pro-social behaviors and self-guidance for young children. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Three lecture.

ECE 210 (3)
Creative Arts for the Young Child

Evaluating and designing developmentally appropriate activities for the young child. Emphasis given to visual arts, dramatic play, creative music and movement, exploration and discovery. Three lecture.

ECE 220 (3)
Language Arts for the Young Child

Study of theories and practices to assist young children in language and literacy development. Focus on both oral and written literacy through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Three lecture.

ECE 230 (3)
Exploration & Discovery for the Young Child

Study of theories, methods and materials for promoting questioning and problem solving in young children. An emphasis on math and science through discovery and play. Three lecture.

ECE 240 (3)
School, Family & Community Relations

Study of the relationship between the child, the family, the community and the early childhood educators. Involves multicultural issues and diversity. Prerequisite: ECE 100. Three lecture.

ECE 250 (3)
Children with Special Needs

Survey of information regarding young children with special needs. Includes assessment of needs, curriculum development, available resources, advocacy roles and legislative issues. Prerequisite: PSY 234. Three lecture.

 

ECN—Economics

ECN 204 (3)
Macroeconomic Principles

Basic principles of macroeconomics designed to acquaint the student with workings of the national economy: market economy, national income accounting, fiscal and monetary policy, and the Federal Reserve System. Pre- or co-requisite: ENG 102. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Special Requirements: Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry. Three lecture.

ECN 205 (3)
Microeconomic Principles

Microeconomic topics of market structures, elasticity, price and output determination, and general equilibrium. General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Three lecture.

ECN 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of individual with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable
credit hours.

 

EDU—Education

EDU 200 (3)
Introduction to Education

An examination of the development of education in the United States, the historical development and social foundations of education and teachings, the student as learner, and current issues and trends in education. This course includes 30 hours of classroom experiential involvement in local schools. Three lecture.

EDU 222 (3)
Introduction to Special Education

Study of special education with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, and characteristics of emotionally handicapped, learning disabled, and mentally handicapped children. Three lecture.

EDU 230 (3)
Cultural Diversity in Education

Examination of the relationship of cultural values to the formation of the child’s self-concept and learning styles, as well as the examination of the role of prejudice, stereotyping and cultural incompatibilities in education. Emphasis on preparing future teachers to offer an equal educational opportunity to children of all cultural groups. Three lecture.

EDU 240 (3)
Teaching Basic Literacy

Examines effective reading and writing instruction for children. Focusing on the skills and knowledge necessary to educate thoughtful, competent readers through an integrated program of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Three lecture.

EDU 250 (3)
The Community College

Development and purpose of the community college in the United States including current practices and issues. A methods course that focuses on analysis of teaching and learning styles, delivery, student assessment at course and program level, and curriculum
development. Three lecture.

EDU 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


ELT—Electronics

ELT 100 (3)
Concepts of Electricity & Basic Electronics

Electronics, including DC and AC, transistors, optoelectronic devices, linear and digital ICs, and electronic career opportunities. One lecture; three lab.

ELT 120 (3)
Direct Current (DC)

Basic electricity theory and components beginning with Ohm’s Law and atomic structure and progressing to circuit analysis techniques used in solving series, parallel and series-parallel networks. Uses network theorems to evaluate multisource circuits. Prerequisite: MAT 121 or placement. Two lecture; two lab.

ELT 130 (3)
Alternating Current (AC)

Basic electrical theory as it applies to circuits containing capacitance, inductance, and resistance with sinusoidal voltages applied. Simple and complex circuits are studied and measured using instruments such as a signal generator and oscilloscope. Prerequisite: MAT 121 or placement. Two lecture; two lab.

ELT 135 (3)
Microcomputer Operating Systems & Architecture

Theory of digital logic gates, characteristics of input and output devices, memory hierarchy, central processing action, program processing, data transfer groups, interrupts, programmable peripheral group, C high level language, parallel and serial ports. Operation of utility programs to analyze system performance, diagnosis and correction of disk problems using real-world applications. Prerequisite: CIS 111. Co-requisite: MAT 121 or consent of instructor. Two lecture; two lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ELT 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


EMS—Emergency Medical Services

EMS 100 (3)
Emergency Medical Services First Response Training Course

Working knowledge of emergency medicine per the U.S. Department of Transportation guidelines. Two lecture; two lab.

EMS 131 (7)
Emergency Medical Technician

Uses the 1994 curriculum adapted by the Arizona Department of Health Services. Helps prepare students for the Arizona State Department of Health Services EMT Examination. Prerequisites, per DHS standards, are required prior to entry into the course: 18 years old, must have current level “C” CPR certification, show proof of passing certified ninth-grade reading level proficiency exam. Evidence of MMR vaccination, TB test six months prior to the start of class. Seven lecture.

EMS 211 (2)
Emergency Medical Technician Refresher

Updates basic EMT graduates on new techniques and reviews important principles in client care, basic life support, and transportation of the sick and injured. Emphasizes practical usage and experience in all phases. Meets Arizona Department of Health Services refresher training requirements. Prerequisite: EMS 131 or equivalent. May be repeated for additional credit as an exception to general college policy; maximum of six credits in EMS 211 may apply toward a degree. Two lecture.

EMS 252 (13)
Intermediate Emergency Medical Technician I

An approved Arizona Department of Health Services course to upgrade from a certified Emergency Medical Technician. Prerequisite: Certified EMT for one year, and acceptance into course. Ten lecture; six lab.

EMS 262 (20)
Certified Emergency Paramedic

Preparation of the basic emergency medical technician to an advanced paramedic provider level. Includes human anatomy and physiology, physical assessment, airway and ventilation techniques, IV therapy, medical emergencies, and trauma patient management required for preparation for EMS 251. Prerequisite: one year as a Certified EMT and acceptance into the program. Thirteen lecture; twenty-one lab.

EMS 298 (1–6)
Special Topics

Designed to meet the needs of an individual(s) with interest in pursuing an original topic in an instructional area under faculty supervision. One to six variable credit hours.


ENG—English

ENG 020 (1)
Sentence Structure

Individualized, self-paced instruction in basic sentence construction, adding elements, and writing a variety of sentences. Audio-tutorial. Prerequisite: consent of advisor. Three lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 021 (1)
Grammar Skills

Individualized, self-paced instruction in grammar with emphasis on correct verb, pronoun, adverb, and adjective usage. Audio-tutorial. Prerequisite: consent of advisor. Three lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 022 (1)
Punctuation Skills

Individualized, self-paced instruction in the use of commas, semicolons, colons, and other punctuation marks. Audio-tutorial. Prerequisite: consent of advisor. Three lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 023 (1)
Paragraph Development

Individualized, self-paced instruction in writing topic sentences and organizing specific support in basic paragraphs. Audio-tutorial. Prerequisite: consent of advisor. Three lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 024 (1)
Spelling Improvement

Individualized, self-paced instruction in spelling with emphasis on hearing, seeing, and writing common English words. Audio-tutorial. Prerequisite: consent of advisor. One lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 025 (1)
Vocabulary Improvement

Individualized, self-paced instruction in strengthening vocabulary with emphasis on prefixes, suffixes, roots, and understanding words in context. Audio-tutorial. Prerequisite: consent of advisor. Three lab. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 036 (2)
Introduction to English as a Second Language

Individual and small group works in listening to, speaking, reading, and writing the English language. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Two lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 037 (3)
English as a Second Language

Intensive study for improving basic skills in listening to, speaking, reading, and writing in English. Prerequisite: placement or consent of instructor. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 050 (1)
Fundamentals of English Grammar

Intensive study and review of basic English grammar with emphasis on parts of speech, basic sentence parts and patterns, sentence modifiers, main and subordinate clauses, agreement, punctuation, capitalization, and usage. One lecture. S/U credit only.

ENG 089 (4)
Basic Reading Skills

Word identification, vocabulary in context, and comprehension. Prerequisite: Placement or consent of instructor. Four lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 090 (4)
Intensive Writing Skills

Individual and small group work emphasizing grammar in the context of sentence writing and essay development. Pre or Co-requisite: ENG 089 or placement. Four lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

ENG 099 (4)
Advanced Reading Improvement

Individual and small-group instruction in mastery of reading skills with emphasis on vocabulary improvement, comprehension, and flexibility of reading rate. Prerequisite: ENG 089 or placement. Three lecture. May be taken for S/U credit.

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