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2020-2021 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 
  

  • SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Speaking

    Study and application of communication within the business and professional context. Special emphasis will be given to communication competencies in presentations, dyads, teams and technologically mediated formats.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

    Texas Common Course Number: SPCH-1321
  

  • SRGT 1261 - Clinical I

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Corequisites: SRGT 1405 and SRGT 1409

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (2 sem hrs; 8 clinic)
  

  • SRGT 1405 - Introduction to Surgical Technology

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: Admission to Surgical Technology program

    Orientation to surgical technology theory, surgical pharmacology and anesthesia, technology sciences and patient care concepts.

    Hours (4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)
  

  • SRGT 1409 - Fundamentals of Perioperative Concepts & Techniques

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Corequisite: BIOL 2401

    In-depth coverage of perioperative concepts such as aseptic/sterile principles and practices, infectious processes, wound healing and creation and maintenance of the sterile field.

    Hours (4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)
  

  • SRGT 1441 - Surgical Procedures I

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Corequisites: SRGT 1261 and BIOL 2402

    Introduction to surgical procedures and related pathologies. With emphasis on surgical procedures related to general, obstetrics/gynecology, genitourinary, otorhinolaryngology and orthopedic surgical specialties incorporating instruments, equipment and supplies.

    Hours (4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)
  

  • SRGT 1442 - Surgical Procedures II

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: SRGT 1441 or Department Chair consent

    Introduction to surgical procedures and related pathologies. With emphasis on surgical procedures related to thoracic, peripheral vascular, plastic/reconstructive, ophthalmology, cardiac and neurological surgical specialties incorporating instruments, equipment and supplies.

    Hours (4 sem hrs; 4 lec)
  

  • SRGT 2130 - Professional Readiness

    Overview of professional readiness for employment, attaining certification and maintaining certification status.

    Hours (1 sem hr; 1 lec)
  

  • SRGT 2360 - Clinical III

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Corequisites: SRGT 2461 and SRGT 1442 or Department Chair consent

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 9 clinic)
  

  • SRGT 2461 - Clinical II

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Corequisites: SRGT 1261 and BIOL 2402

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (4 sem hrs; 24 clinic)
  

  • TECA 1303 - Families, School and Community

    A study of the child, family, community and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse and current family life issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. The course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)

    Texas Common Course Number: TECA-1303
  

  • TECA 1311 - Educating Young Children

    An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the national Assessment of Education Progress position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations; and the course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)

    Texas Common Course Number: TECA-1311
  

  • TECA 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child

    A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness and safety practices. Focuses on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Assessment of Education al Progress position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)

    Texas Common Course Number: TECA-1318
  

  • TECA 1354 - Child Growth & Development

    A study of the physical, emotional, social, language and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

    Texas Common Course Number: TECA-1354
  

  • TECM 1391 - Special Topics in Applied Math

    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. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. 

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • VNSG 1136 - Mental Health

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1423, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1260 and VNSG 1400

    Study of human behavior with emphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities and modes of treatment incorporating the nursing process.

    Hours (1 sem hr; 1 lec)
  

  • VNSG 1138 - Mental Illness

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1136, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1260 and VNSG 1400

    Study of human behavior with emphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities and modes of treatment incorporating the nursing process.

    Hours (1 sem hr; 1 lec)
  

  • VNSG 1227 - Essentials of Medication Administration

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1260 and VNSG 1400

    General principles of medications administration including determination of dosage, preparation, safe administration and documentation of multiple forms of drugs. Instruction includes various systems of measurement.

    Hours (2 sem hrs; 1 lec, 4 lab)
  

  • VNSG 1230 - Maternal/Neonatal Nursing

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 2160, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1361, VNSG 2161, VNSG 1409, VNSG 1410 and VNSG 2163

    Utilization of the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Emphasis on the bio-psycho-socio-cultural needs of the family during the phases of pregnancy, childbirth and the neonatal period including abnormal conditions.

    Hours (2 sem hrs; 2 lec, 1 lab)
  

  • VNSG 1231 - Pharmacology

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1260 and VNSG 1400

    Fundamentals of medications and their diagnostic, therapeutic and curative effects. Including nursing interventions utilizing the nursing process.

    Hours (2 sem hrs; 2 lec, 1 lab)
  

  • VNSG 1234 - Pediatrics

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 2160, VNSG 2161, VNSG 1409, VNSG 1361, VNSG 1410 and VNSG 2163

    Study of childhood diseases and child care from infancy through adolescence. Focus on the care of the well and the ill child utilizing the nursing process.

    Hours (2 sem hrs; 2 lec, 1 lab)
  

  • VNSG 1260 - Clinical-Nursing in Health & Illness I

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1423 and VNSG 1400

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (2 sem hrs; 12 clinical hrs)
  

  • VNSG 1304 - Foundations of Nursing

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1260 and VNSG 1400

    Introduction to the nursing profession including history, standards of practice, legal and ethical issues and role of the vocational nurse. Topics include mental health, therapeutic communication, cultural and spiritual diversity, nursing process and holistic awareness.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
  

  • VNSG 1361 - Clinical-Nursing in Health & Illness II

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 2160, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1409, VNSG 2161, VNSG 1410 and VNSG 2163

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (3 sem hr; 12 clinical hrs)
  

  • VNSG 1400 - Nursing in Health and Illness I

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1260 and VNSG 1423

    Introduction to general principles of growth and development, primary health care needs of the client across the life span and therapeutic nursing interventions.

    Hours (4 sem hr; 3 lec, 4 lab)
  

  • VNSG 1409 - Nursing in Health and Illness II

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 2160, VNSG 1234, VNSG 2161, VNSG 1361, VNSG 1410 and VNSG 2163

    Introduction to common health problems of the adult requiring medical and surgical interventions.

    Hours (4 sem hr; 3 lec, 4 lab)
  

  • VNSG 1423 - Basic Nursing Skills

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 and HITT 1305
    Corequisites: VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1260 and VNSG 1400

    Mastery of entry level nursing skills and competencies for a variety of health care settings. Utilization of the nursing process as the foundation for all nursing interventions.

    Hours (4 sem hrs; 2 lec, 6 lab)
  

  • VNSG 2160 - Clinical-Maternal/Neonatal Nursing

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1304 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1361, VNSG 2161, VNSG 1409, VNSG 2410 and VNSG 2163

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (1 sem hr; 3 clinical hrs)
  

  • VNSG 2161 - Clinical-Pediatrics

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 2160, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1409, VNSG 1361, VNSG 2410 and VNSG 2163

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (1 sem hr; 3 clinical hrs)
  

  • VNSG 2163 - Clinical-Nursing in Health & Illness III

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 2160, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1409, VNSG 2161, VNSG 2410 and VNSG 1361

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Hours (1 sem hr; 3 clinical hrs)
  

  • VNSG 2410 - Nursing in Health & Illness III

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prequisites: BIOL 2401, HITT 1305, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1231, VNSG 1227, VNSG 1304, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138 and VNSG 1260
    Corequisites: VNSG 1230, VNSG 2160, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1409, VNSG 2161, VNSG 1361 and VNSG 2163

    Continuation of Nursing in Health & Illness II. Further study of common medical-surgical health problems of the client including concepts of mental illness. Incorporates knowledge necessary to make the transition from student to graduate vocational nurse.

    Hours (4 sem hr; 3 lec, 3 lab)
  

  • WIND 2359 - Wind Power Delivery System

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: IEIR 1312 - minimum grade of C

    Components, equipment and infrastructure used in the production and transmission of electricity as related to wind turbine power.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1307 - Introduction to Welding Using Multiple Processes

    Basic welding techniques using some of the following processes: oxyfuel welding (OFW) and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), fluxed cored arc welding (FCAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1317 - Introduction to Layout and Fabrication

    A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1337 - Introduction to Welding Metallurgy

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisites: INMT 1305 - minimum grade of C

    A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability and ductility.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1370 - Introduction to Arc Welding

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1373 - minimum grade of C

    This course covers the theory and introduction to arc welding processes.  Instruction and practice in overlaying carbon steel with continuous overlapping beads using shielded metal arc welding techniques in all positions.  Skill in the welding process and the selection of materials and equipment will be stressed.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1371 - Arc Welding Fundamentals

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1370 with minimum grade of C

    Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair, and set up for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Instruction and practice in the production of fillet welds in all positions on carbon steel using 6010 and 7018 electrodes.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1373 - Thermal Cutting I

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: INMT 1305 - minimum grade of C

    Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair and set up for manual and mechanized oxyfuel gas cutting (OFC). Instruction and practice in production cuts on carbon steel using manual and mechanical oxyfuel systems. Instruction and practice soldering and brazing carbon steel, stainless steel and copper using oxyfuel equipment. Practice and production of assembly cuts to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1375 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (SMAW)

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1371 with minimum grade of C

    Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair, and set up for shielded metal arc welding.  Instruction and practice in the production of groove welds in all positions on carbon steel using 6010 and 7018 electrodes.  Practice and production of assemblies and coupons to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1376 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW)

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1375 - minimum grade of C

    Continuation of WLDG 1375. Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair and set up for shielded metal arc welding. Instruction and practice in the production of fillet and groove welds in all positions on carbon steel using 6010 and 7018 electrodes. Practice and production of assemblies and coupons to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1377 - Gas Metal Arc Welding I (GMAW)

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1373 with minimum grade of C

    Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair and set up for gas metal arc welding. Instruction and practice in the production of fillet and groove welds in all positions on carbon steel using short circuit transfer. Practice and production of assemblies and coupons to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1378 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I (GTAW)

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1373 with minimum grade of C

    Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair and set up for gas tungsten arc welding. Instruction and practice in the production of fillet and groove welds in all positions on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Practice and production of assemblies and coupons to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 1391 - Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: Instructor Consent

    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. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 2372 - Layout and Fabrication II

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1317 with minimum grade of C

    An intermediate course in layout and fabrication. Includes design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, written specification and pattern development.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 2377 - Gas Metal Arc Welding II (GMAW)

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1377 with minimum grade of C

    Continuation of WLDG 1377.  Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair, and set up for gas metal arc welding (GMAW).  Instruction and practice in the production of fillet and groove welds in all positions on carbon steel using shielded flux core electrodes.  Practice and production of assemblies and coupons to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
  

  • WLDG 2379 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding III-Pipe (SMAW)

    Prerequisites / Corequisite
    Prerequisite: WLDG 1376 - minimum grade of C

    An introduction to the welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process, to include the selection of equipment, electrodes and base materials. Emphasis will be placed on fit up, equipment set up, operation and qualifications. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G and 5G.

    Hours (3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
 

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