May 11, 2024  
Catalog 2022-2023 
    
Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


About these Course Descriptions

This list of course descriptions reflects the diversity and scope of the many credit courses Chemeketa currently offers. Some of our current courses may not be included here as the college may add classes after this catalog is published. The courses are listed alphabetically by prefix.

You will find prerequisites specified in many of these course descriptions. You must meet these conditions before you enroll in a course. It is your responsibility as a student to fulfill the prerequisite.

Some prerequisites indicate that you must complete certain preparatory courses or must have the consent of the course instructor. To gain consent, meet with the instructor. Consent is based on the instructor’s assessment of your readiness to enroll in the course.

Consult with Chemeketa’s Advising and First Year Programs department or a faculty program advisor for transfer information.

Note 1: The letters, F, W, Sp, and Su near the end of a course description indicate the term (fall, winter, spring, summer) the course is usually offered. For information on when and where classes meet, consult the Schedule of Classes available each term at chemeketa.edu/programs-classes/classes, or access through your MyChemeketa account if you are a registered student.

Note 2: Courses indicating “Offered as needed”—Contact Advising and First Year Programs department for assistance.

Note 3: The letters IL and CL at the end of a course description indicate courses which meet the AAOT requirements for information literacy and cultural literacy.

Course Textbook Information

Please check with the Bookstore to determine required textbooks and cost (information required for financial aid).

The online searchable schedule of classes designates classes with course materials that are low cost, $50 or less, or no cost. Low-cost or no-cost course material designations will be displayed in class search with a symbol in the next to last column.These designations will not appear in the printed schedule

How Courses are Listed

The following course prefixes describe the primary intent of the courses offered:

Developmental Courses

Developmental courses numbered less than 50 do not meet the requirements of the AA/OT, AAS, AS/OT-BUS, AS/OT-CS, or AGS degrees.

Career and Technical Courses (CTE)

Many career and technical courses are applicable to the baccalaureate degree. Please contact your school of choice for additional information.

Lower Division Collegiate Courses

A number below 100 indicates a support course, which is usually not transferable to a BA-granting institution.

Course Description Terms

Recommended/Suggested Requisite: Students are encouraged to complete the stated recommendation in order to be better prepared for the course.

Prerequisite: A requirement or course that must be successfully completed before taking the course.

Corequisite: A requirement or course that must be either successfully completed beforehand or taken in combination with another course.

Concurrent: A course that must be taken in combination with another course.

 

Civil Technology

  
  • CVL 232 - Applied Statics and Strength of Materials


    Lecture Hours: 4
    Credit Hours: 4

    Covers classification and analysis of internal and external forces induced in structures by various types of loading. Introduces structural factors such as centroids, moment of inertia, stress and deflection. Covers the design of structures based on structural analysis using equilibrium, stress, and deflection concepts.

    Prerequisite: MTH 082  or MTH 112 ; and PH 121 ; or consent of instructor. (All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.)
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • CVL 280A - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 1

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 1
  
  • CVL 280B - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 2

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • CVL 280C - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 3

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • CVL 280D - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 4

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • CVL 280E - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 5

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 5
  
  • CVL 280F - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 6

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • CVL 280G - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 7

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 7
  
  • CVL 280H - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 8

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 8
  
  • CVL 280I - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 9

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 9
  
  • CVL 280J - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 10

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 10
  
  • CVL 280L - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 12

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 12

Dental Assisting

  
  • DEN 066 - Basic Science for Dental Assistants


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Designed especially for Dental Assisting program students. Presents introductory concepts of chemistry, cell biology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology and oral histology and embryology. Includes practical application of problem solving, scientific observation laboratory techniques.

Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 150 - Dental Sciences


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Focuses on a study of the sciences associated with the practice of dentistry. Includes oral microbiology, plaque formation, plaque-related diseases, oral pathology, sterilization and disinfection principles, OSHA bloodborne pathogen and hazard communication standards, anesthesia, and pharmacology.

    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 151 - Introductory Concepts in Dental Assisting


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Provides a basic study of the dental assistant’s role with emphasis on terminology, instruments and equipment, professional regimen, chairside techniques and patient communication. Emphasizes the qualifications necessary for success in the dental assistant field.

    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 153 - Dental Materials 1


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduces the various materials and laboratory equipment used in the dental office. Includes the chemical and physical properties, manipulation, and uses of restorative materials, medications, impression materials and dental cements. Includes an overview of restorative and crown preparation procedures.

    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 156 - Dental Anatomy


    Lecture Hours: 4
    Credit Hours: 4

    Introduces dental anatomy. Particular attention is directed toward the oral cavity and its associated structures and anatomical terminology. Includes identification, form and function of the adult dentition, and deciduous dentition. Also includes dental charting for conditions of the oral cavity.

    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • DEN 160 - Dental Specialties


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Studies the various fields of specialized dentistry recognized by the American Dental Association Commission. Introduces applied psychology through role playing as related to the clinical application in the specialties.

    Prerequisite: Second term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 161 - Dental Assisting Practicum 1


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 7
    Credit Hours: 3

    Provides supervised clinical experience in basic chairside assisting procedures, including material manipulation, oral evacuation, instrument transfer, charting and patient management at the Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry.

    Prerequisite: Second term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 162 - Intermediate Clinical Skills


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    Presents the theory and practice of intermediate clinical responsibilities delegated to dental auxiliary personnel. Includes discussion, demonstration and practical application of alginate impressions, bite registration, oral hygiene instruction, prevention products and their uses, nutritional influences, dietary analysis, patient motivation and dental dam placement and removal.

    Prerequisite: Second-term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DEN 163 - Dental Materials 2


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduces the principles of laboratory procedures related to fixed and removable prosthetics. The utilization of appropriate laboratory equipment by the student will be supplemented by instructional demonstration of additional laboratory techniques and materials.

    Prerequisite: Second-term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 164 - Dental Radiology 1


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Provides information pertinent to the principles of dental radiology, and legal aspects regarding the use of radiation. Includes the history of dental radiology; terminology; radiation physics; machine operation and equipment use; biological effects of x-rays; principles of radiation health, safety, and protection; anatomical landmarks; dental films and darkroom processing techniques. Students use x-ray manikins to practice film placement and exposure techniques. Two patient full-mouth radiographic series are required and exposed films are processed and evaluated.

    Prerequisite: Second term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 165 - Dental Office Emergency Management


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Credit Hours: 2

    Emphasizes prevention and treatment of the most common medical emergencies in the dental office. Covers the preparation of the office and staff to deal with these emergencies, including gathering patient information, such as a health history and vital signs. Discusses the use of emergency equipment and supplies. Emphasizes use of dental anesthesia and pharmacology and their role in medical emergency situations.

    Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental Assisting Program.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DEN 170 - Dental Office Management


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Credit Hours: 2

    Introduces management of the dental office, including business office procedures and techniques, written and electronic communications, computer use, dental insurance, inventory control, accounts receivable, recall systems, and staff and patient management. Prepares students for successful employment by incorporating resume writing, completion of a job application, and interview techniques.

    Prerequisite: CIS 101  with a grade of C or better; and second-term standing in the Dental Assisting Program.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DEN 171 - Dental Assisting Practicum 2


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 24
    Credit Hours: 9

    Consists of observation and practice in a dental office setting. Develops communication rapport with the dental team and patients; performs specified basic, intermediate, and expanded function chairside procedures; completes reception and business office tasks; applies skills in laboratory procedures; and exposes and processes patient radiographic images as directed by the dentist. Prepares students for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certification Examination.

    Prerequisite: Third term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 9
  
  • DEN 172 - Expanded Functions


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Presents the theory and practice of legal Expanded Functions for dental assistants. Includes discussion, demonstration, and practical application of the following: intra-extra oral exam, coronal polish; topical fluoride; amalgam and composite polish; provisional coverage; suture removal; cement removal; pit and fissure sealant placement, and tooth whitening.

    Prerequisite: Third-term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DEN 174 - Dental Radiology 2


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    Continues DEN 164 . Allows students to take additional adult and pediatric (pedodontic) manikin films using low-dose technique. Students develop skills in patient management and improve radiographic techniques by completing at least one full mouth patient x-ray series. Includes information in taking pediatric images, images in edentulous areas, images taken while the patient is in a supine position, endodontic images, occlusal views, and extra-oral images. Students learn utilization of the panoramic x-ray unit, film duplicators, and automatic film processors. Students expose and evaluate all Images, and are eligible to take the State x-ray examination upon successful completion of DEN 164  and DEN 174.

    Prerequisite: Third term standing in the Dental Assisting program.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DEN 263 - Dental Materials for Dental Hygiene


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 4

    Examines on general properties, composition and manipulation of common dental materials and restorative materials. Expanded functions including denture relines and amalgam polishing are practiced.

    Prerequisite: Current Oregon Tech Dental Hygiene student.
Credit Hours: 4

Drafting Technology

  
  • DRF 095A - Special Projects in Drafting and Design


    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 1

    A drafting project or problem is identified and a contract is written jointly by the student and instructor that sets forth a proposal to complete the project or solve the problem. It identifies objectives, procedures and equipment needed together with key checkpoints for student-instructor conferences. Intended for, but not limited to, second-year drafting or mechanical design students as an elective. Potential areas of consideration for this course include: community development projects, computer programming and applications, machine design, mapping, civil engineering drafting, or any drafting-related field. Consideration and encouragement will be given for an interdisciplinary team of students working on a common problem.

    Prerequisite: Second-year standing and/or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 1
  
  • DRF 095B - Special Projects in Drafting and Design


    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 2

    A drafting project or problem is identified and a contract is written jointly by the student and instructor that sets forth a proposal to complete the project or solve the problem. Identifies objectives, procedures, and equipment needed together with key checkpoints for student-instructor conferences. Intended for, but not limited to, second-year drafting or mechanical design students as an elective. Potential areas of consideration include: community development projects, computer programming and applications, machine design, mapping, civil engineering drafting, or any drafting-related field. Consideration and encouragement will be given for an interdisciplinary team of students working on a common problem.

    Prerequisite: Second-year standing, and/or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DRF 095C - Special Projects in Drafting and Design


    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 3

    A drafting project or problem is identified and a contract is written jointly by the student and instructor that sets forth a proposal to complete the project or solve the problem. Identifies objectives, procedures, and equipment needed together with key checkpoints for student-instructor conferences. Intended for, but not limited to, second-year drafting or mechanical design students as an elective. Potential areas of consideration include: community development projects, computer programming and applications, machine design, mapping, civil engineering drafting, or any drafting-related field. Consideration and encouragement will be given for an interdisciplinary team of students working on a common problem.

    Prerequisite: Second-year standing, and/or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 101 - Basic CAD for Electronics


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    Covers the use of AutoCAD, schematic drawings, chassis design, block diagrams, and PC board layout drawings, in addition to basic CAD operations in the field of electronic drafting.

Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DRF 110 - Applied Engineering Computations


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Credit Hours: 2

    Covers computation and presentation of technical data to solve typical problems found in mechanical, civil, architectural and related areas

    Prerequisite: MTH 070  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DRF 112 - Sketching


    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 1

    Covers basic technical sketching and field measurement skills and techniques as used in drafting process and practical pictorial communication.

Credit Hours: 1
  
  • DRF 130 - CAD 1


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Incorporates hands-on experience with CAD (computer-aided drafting) software. Introduces standard graphics commands for two-dimensional drawings. Most students will use AutoCAD, but other general-purpose CAD software can also be used.

Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 131 - CAD 2


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Incorporates hands-on experience with CAD. Covers more complex graphics commands for two-dimensional drawings. Most students will use AutoCAD, but other general-purpose CAD software can also be used.

    Prerequisite: DRF 130  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 132 - CAD 3


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Incorporates hands-on experience with AutoCAD. Covers advanced graphics commands for two-dimensional drawings. Introduces elementary customization techniques. Covers three-dimensional models and drawings created from solids.

    Prerequisite: DRF 131  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 140 - 3-D Modeling with AutoDesk Inventor


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Uses AutoDesk Inventor as an introduction to 3-D modeling. Covers fundamentals of graphics communication. Includes multi-view drawings, dimensioning, section views, auxiliary views and descriptive geometry concepts.

Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 150 - Architectural Drafting 1


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers basic architectural drafting techniques and methods. Includes dimensioning, layout, symbols and conventional construction methods used in residential buildings. Uses AutoCAD to draft a partial set of construction drawings.

    Prerequisite: DRF 131  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 155 - Mapping and Platting


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers map components, legal descriptions, plot plans and contours. Introduces Civil 3D software, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).

    Prerequisite: DRF 131  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 160 - Spreadsheet and Database Applications


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers engineering and technical applications of purchased software packages, focusing on Excel. Includes the use of spreadsheets to store and manipulate data, perform engineering calculations, and aid in statistical analysis and parametric design.

    Prerequisite: MTH 081  or MTH 111 , either with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 165 - CAD System Administration


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers customizing parameters for maximizing AutoCAD. Includes researching and installing custom programs for optimizing drawing performance. Also covers creating custom menu systems for specific applications.

    Prerequisite: DRF 131  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 210 - Parametric Design with SolidWorks


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers graphic communication used throughout technical and engineering fields. Applies spatial analysis and engineering design concepts using parametric modeling software.

    Prerequisite: DRF 130  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 211 - Parametric Design with SolidWorks 2


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers advanced modelling techniques employed in SolidWorks. Introduces weldment and sheet metal features, Applies features such as configurations, design tables, add-ins, and adaptive parts for sophisticated part and assembly modelling. Explores translation of various file types used for design and drafting to/from SolidWorks.

    Prerequisite: DRF 210  or EGR 248  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 220 - Geographic Information Systems 1


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    Uses geographic information systems (GIS) software to view geographic relationships. Studies GIS basic concepts and covers physical, climatic, and social attributes of various regions of the world.

Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DRF 230 - Introduction to MicroStation PC


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduces the MicroStation drafting software. Covers basic drawing, editing and display commands. Contrasts operations with AutoCAD.

Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 231 - Advanced MicroStation


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Uses MicroStation software to produce building construction drawings. Emphasizes creating master drawings containing all building data. Includes manipulation of file contents to produce multiple drawings. Introduces 3D modeling tools.

    Prerequisite: DRF 230  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 240 - Architectural Drafting 2


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers advanced architectural drafting techniques and methods. Incorporates a full set of working drawings, shear wall designs, advanced construction details, building process, current building codes used in residential buildings. Uses AutoCAD to draft a full set of construction drawings.

    Prerequisite: DRF 150  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 241 - Structural Drafting


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduces light commercial construction practices. Covers production of working drawings using AutoCAD software. Also covers drafting practices applied with the building materials of steel and concrete.

    Prerequisite: DRF 131  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 243 - Architectural Design


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers elements and principles of aesthetic design. Applies 3-D design and model to assigned project. Develops light commercial/residential project with emphasis on specific design criteria.

    Prerequisite: DRF 240  and DRF 272 , each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 245 - Civil Drafting and Design


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    Introduces AutoCAD Land Development Desktop. Develops residential subdivision and typical utility design documentation.

    Prerequisite: DRF 132  and DRF 155 , each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • DRF 246 - Project Development


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Covers advanced elements of residential subdivision design and layout with associated utility work based on a theoretical set of municipal standards and specifications. Incorporates preparation of all design documentation in review-ready condition.

    Prerequisite: DRF 245  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 271 - Commercial Drafting with Revit Software 1


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    Introduces creation of architectural plans, elevations, and sections of a light commercial project using Revit software. Covers an introduction to commercial architectural techniques and materials, as well as Revit software. First course in a three-term commercial drafting sequence using Revit software.

    Prerequisite: DRF 131  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • DRF 272 - Commercial Drafting with Revit Software 2


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    Presents creation of site plan, and add ceilings, structural, and HVAC systems to the architectural model created in DRF 271 . Covers an introduction to building systems, and coordination required between disciplines, as well as Revit software. Second course in a three-term commercial drafting sequence using Revit software.

    Prerequisite: DRF 271  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • DRF 273 - Commercial Drafting with Revit Software 3


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    Covers creation of project documentation including schedules, interior elevations, symbol legend, table of contents and cover sheet data. Develops a conceptual tenant improvement plan for one portion of the project based upon client specifications and requirements. Includes rendering a completed project and creating an animation. Third course in a three-term commercial drafting sequence using Revit software.

    Prerequisite: DRF 272  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • DRF 280A - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 1

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 1
  
  • DRF 280B - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 2

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 2
  
  • DRF 280C - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 3

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • DRF 280D - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 4

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 4
  
  • DRF 280E - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 5

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 5
  
  • DRF 280F - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 6

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DRF 280G - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 7

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 7
  
  • DRF 280H - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 8

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 8
  
  • DRF 280I - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 9

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 9
  
  • DRF 280J - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 10

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 10
  
  • DRF 280L - Cooperative Work Experience


    Credit Hours: 12

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
Credit Hours: 12

Diesel Technology

  
  • DSL 101 - Diesel Technology 1


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 18
    Credit Hours: 12

    Examines engine theory, engine components, and proper diesel engine rebuild procedures. Introduces basic engine electrical and fuel systems, shop tool use and maintenance. Includes lift truck inspection and operator training.

    Prerequisite: Placement into WR 080  and MTH 052 ; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 12
  
  • DSL 102 - Diesel Technology 2


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 18
    Credit Hours: 12

    Covers fuel injection systems and how they relate to diesel engine performance and operation. Explores the operations of all major fuel injection devices including diesel fuels, fuel transfer pumps, fuel nozzles, fuel injectors, filtration systems, metering systems and governing systems. Examines basic electrical theory, electrical components, and proper electric diagnostic procedures. Introduces basic electrical systems, diagnostic tool use and maintenance. Includes Electronic Engine controls and basic multiplexing.

    Prerequisite: DSL 101  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 12
  
  • DSL 103 - Diesel Technology 3


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 18
    Credit Hours: 12

    Explores concepts in gear transmissions, differentials and clutches involved in the application of diesel-powered vehicles. Covers fundamentals of hydraulics in theory and shop practice. Provides a solid background in applications of hydraulics in the trucking and heavy equipment industry. Covers heavy-duty air conditioning operation, trouble shooting and system repair. Prepares students to confidently work on power trains and their components and to diagnose and repair hydraulic and air conditioning systems in an industrial environment.

    Prerequisite: DSL 102  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 12
  
  • DSL 110 - Diesel Engine Diagnosis and Repair


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Introduces the student to diesel engine theory and repair, placing emphasis on inspection, testing, and diagnostic techniques for internal combustion engines. Includes general engine diagnosis; removal and reinstallation; cylinder heads and valve trains diagnosis and repair; engine blocks assembly diagnosis and repair; lubrication and cooling systems diagnosis and repair.

    Prerequisite: Placement into WR 080  and MTH 052 ; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 111 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 111 - Diesel Technology Introduction to Electrical and Electronics


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Introduces electrical/electronic fundamentals applied to diesel and agricultural vehicle systems. Includes theory, design, diagnosis, and repair of wiring and circuits, batteries, alternators, and starters, lighting system, gauge, horn, wiper/washer, and accessories. Uses test instruments and electrical troubleshooting manuals currently recommended by the industry. Provides a strong background in the theory, diagnosis, and repair of electrical and electronic systems.

    Prerequisite: Placement into WR 080  and MTH 052 ; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 110 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 120 - Diesel Technology Introduction to Fuels


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Covers fuel injection systems and how they relate to diesel engine performance and operation. Explores the operation of all major fuel injection devices including diesel fuels, fuel transfer pumps, fuel nozzles, filtration systems, metering systems and governing systems.

    Prerequisite: DSL 110  and DSL 111  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 121 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 121 - Diesel Technology HVAC Repair and Diagnosis


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Covers heady-duty air conditioning operation, trouble shooting and system repair. Prepares students to confidently work on heating and air conditioning systems in an industrial environment. Provides a strong background in the theory, diagnosis, and repair of HVAC systems and there related electrical and electronic systems.

    Prerequisite: DSL 110  and DSL 111  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 120 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 130 - Diesel Technology Introduction to Hydraulics


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Covers fundamentals of hydraulics in theory and shop practice. Provides a solid background in application of hydraulics in the trucking and heavy equipment industry. Applies hydraulic principles, maintenance, and repair. Work on open and closed center systems, fixed and variable displacement pumps, linear and rotary actuators, pressure and flow controls, and directional valves.

    Prerequisite: DSL 120   and DSL 121  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 131 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 131 - Diesel Technology Heavy Duty Powertrains


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Explores concepts in gear transmissions, differentials and clutches involved in the application of diesel-powered vehicles. Covers fundamentals of heavy-duty drivetrain in theory and shop practice. Prepares students to confidently work on power trains and their components and to diagnose and repair these systems in an industrial environment.

    Prerequisite: DSL 120  and DSL 121  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 130 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 201 - Diesel Technology 4


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 18
    Credit Hours: 12

    Covers Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) of vehicles, Department of Transportation (DOT) out of service criteria, PM scheduling, lubricants and Winterizing. Covers Detroit Diesel Electronic Control (DDEC) operation and diagnostics. Examines concepts in medium/heavy duty truck brake systems, suspension, and steering. Covers air brake systems, hydraulic brake systems, truck foundation brakes, antilock brakes, automatic slack adjusters, wheels, tires and fifth wheels. Emphasizes safety and the use of service manuals and textbooks. Prepares students to confidently diagnose and tune-up a diesel engine in industrial environment. This is an outcome-based course utilizing a lecture/lab format and includes videos, workbooks, demonstrations, lectures, and hands on learning.

    Prerequisite: DSL 103  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 12
  
  • DSL 202 - Diesel Technology 5


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 18
    Credit Hours: 12

    Introduces advanced theory and applications of automatic and power shift transmissions used in the heavy equipment industry. Covers fuel injection pumps and their applications, fuel system diagnostics and electronic engine controls. Prepares students to confidently work on heavy duty power trains and their components and it prepares the student to confidently diagnose and repair diesel fuel injection pumps, governors and electronics in an industrial environment.

    Prerequisite: DSL 201  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 12
  
  • DSL 203 - Diesel Technology 6


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 18
    Credit Hours: 12

    Covers advanced automotive electrical theory, electrical components, and proper electric diagnostic and repair procedures. Includes advanced automotive electrical systems, diagnostic tool use and maintenance. Covers advanced hydraulics and hydrostatics used on heavy equipment, farm machinery, marine equipment, hydraulic cranes, backhoes, and other equipment. Emphasizes troubleshooting.

    Prerequisite: DSL 202  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 12
  
  • DSL 210 - Diesel Technology Heavy Duty Brakes


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Examines concepts in medium/heavy duty truck brake systems. Covers air brake systems, hydraulic brake systems, truck foundation brakes, and antilock brakes. Emphasizes safety and the use of service manuals and textbooks.

    Prerequisite: DSL 130  and DSL 131  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 211 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 211 - Diesel Technology Suspension and Steering


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Covers suspension and steering, tires and wheels, alignment of medium and heavy-duty vehicles, and fifth wheels. The major emphasis will be on methods used to check and adjust alignment, and inspection and repair methods for suspension systems.

    Prerequisite: DSL 130  and DSL 131  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 210 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 220 - Diesel Technology Automatic and Powershift Transmissions


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Introduces advanced theory and application of automatic and power shift transmissions used in the heavy equipment industry. Prepares students to confidently work on heavy duty powertrains and their related components.

    Prerequisite: DSL 210  and DSL 211  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 221 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 221 - Diesel Technology Advanced Fuels


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 6

    Covers fuel injection pumps and their applications, fuel system diagnosis and repair. Prepares students to confidently diagnose and repair fuel injection pumps, governors and electronics in an industrial environment. Emphasizes safety, correct industry procedures, correct tool usage, and diagnosis of common fuel-related problems.

    Prerequisite: DSL 210  and DSL 211  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 220 
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 230 - Diesel Technology Advanced Hydraulics


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 8
    Credit Hours: 6

    Covers advanced hydraulics and hydrostatics used on heavy equipment, farm machinery, and other equipment. Emphasizes troubleshooting procedures and repair.

    Prerequisite: DSL 220  and DSL 221  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Concurrent: DSL 231 
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 231 - Diesel Technology Advanced Engine Diagnostic


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 8
    Credit Hours: 6

    Covers OEM diesel electronic engine controls, operating and diagnostics. Emphasizes safety and the use of service manuals and textbooks. Prepares students to confidently diagnose and tune-up a diesel engine in an industrial environment.

    Prerequisite: DSL 220  and DSL 221  each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
    Concurrent: DSL 230 .
Credit Hours: 6
  
  • DSL 280A - Cooperative Work Experience


    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum. 

    Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience (CWE) office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director.
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Credit Hours: 1
  
  • DSL 280C - Cooperative Work Experience


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Credit Hours: 3

    Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student’s curriculum. 

    Prerequisite: Determined by each student’s curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience (CWE) office and with each curriculum’s CWE Instructor and Director. 
Credit Hours: 3

Early Childhood Education

  
  • ECE 086 - Family Day Care 1 (Basics)


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Credit Hours: 1

    Provides the caregiver with basic information on managing a family day care home. Includes practical suggestions for working with parents, keeping business records, providing healthy and safe environments for children, and establishing a home business.

Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ECE 142 - Textiles With Children


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Credit Hours: 1

    Explores an approach for the use of textiles with children preschool-3rd grade. Involves hands-on experiences with a wide variety of textile activities. Includes discussion of planning and implementing developmentally appropriate textile activities with an emphasis on the value of such experiences across domains. Includes experiences for children of different ages, cultures, and abilities.

Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ECE 144 - Creating Sensory-Rich Environments


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Credit Hours: 1

    Explores and designs sensory-rich environments for young children. Emphasizes infants and toddlers. Connects environments with caregiver and peer interactions. Integrates research on brain architecture with sensory-rich environments.

Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ECE 145 - Group Games for School Age Children


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Credit Hours: 1

    Designed for child care providers, elementary school teachers, and afterschool care providers. Explores non-competitive and cooperative group games and activities for children ages 5 through 8. Emphasizes development across social, emotional, physical, and intellectual domains. Includes games and experiences for children of different ages, cultures, and abilities.

Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ECE 146 - Nature Play for Young Children


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Credit Hours: 1

    Provides a deeper look at how nature play can be integrated into the daily curriculum of toddlers, preschool, and school age children. Designs indoor and outdoor natural spaces.

    Prerequisite: ECE 251  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ECE 147 - Movement Experiences in Young Children: Advanced


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Credit Hours: 1

    Explores importance of movement for young children’s development. Connects movement activities with brain development. Examines role of language bridging movement and cognitive development. Surveys appropriate activities for children. Investigates role of the teacher in supporting children’s movement activities.

    Prerequisite: ECE 153  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 1
  
  • ECE 150 - Introduction and Observation


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Focuses on the history of early childhood education (birth to 8 years) and the value and use of objective observations as a teaching tool. Includes a survey of professional opportunities within the field and observation in a variety of childcare settings including early childhood education and early childhood special education and venues.

Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ECE 151 - Observing and Guiding Behavior


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Emphasizes the role of the teacher and techniques of individual and group guidance. Approaches guidance from a developmental constructivist perspective. Prepares students to customize guidance strategies through the use of objective observations. Discusses long-term guidance goals that support typically and atypically developing children ages birth to 8 years. Reflects on how teacher/child and family relationships influence guidance. Emphasizes how routines, schedules, and the physical environment support guidance.

    Prerequisite: Placement into RD 090  and WR 090 ; and completion of ECE 150  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ECE 152 - Creative Activities


    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Credit Hours: 3

    Focuses on understanding and implementing an inclusive developmental approach to creative activities for young children (birth to 8 years). Involves hands-on experience with a wide variety of activities as well as discussion on how to present and evaluate activities. Includes observing young children and their interactions during creative activities, understanding and making proper accommodations and support, use of natural materials, cooking experiences, art display, and sewing.

    Prerequisite: Placement into RD 090  and WR 090 ; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ECE 153 - Music and Movement for Young Children


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Presents the value of music in the preschool setting, the role of the teacher, environments that support music and movement experiences, basic music terminology and concepts, and the use of spontaneous and planned activities for young children.

    Prerequisite: Placement into RD 090  and WR 090 ; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ECE 154 - Children’s Literature and Literacy


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Explores in depth how children develop literacy. Offers an overview of what is available in quality children’s literature, along with a rationale for the purposes of such literature, ways to implement its use and ways to evaluate its appropriateness in a given school situation. Includes the evaluation and reading of children’s books and holding story groups with children.

    Prerequisite: Placement into RD 090  and WR 090 ; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ECE 155 - Child Nutrition, Health, and Safety


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Prepares early childhood educators to meet the nutritional and health and safety needs of young children of all abilities. Considers the developmental abilities and culture of all children and families. Uses a constructivist philosophy to instruct students to implement developmentally appropriate food experiences such as snack and meal times in inclusive early childhood settings or home environments.

    Prerequisite: Placement into RD 090  and WR 090 ; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ECE 161 - Infant and Toddler Practicum


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Provides experience working with infants and toddlers in a community with a professional teacher. Will observe and practice high-quality care.

    Prerequisite: HDF 249  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ECE 162 - Early Childhood Education Educator Orientation


    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 5
    Credit Hours: 3

    Emphasizes the roles and responsibilities of the early childhood educator. Offers experience in working with young children in a laboratory setting and assisting with supervision of the various daily activities in a full-day child care program.

    Prerequisite: ECE 151  with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
 

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