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Spring 2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

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Abbreviations

(C) City Campus F/S Fall and Spring
(N) North Campus SS Summer Session
(S) South Campus F+ Offered every other Fall
F Fall S+ Offered every other Spring
S Spring N Non-Credit

Course Renumbering
 

A significant number of courses have been renumbered as part of the State University of New York’s policies which promote student mobility, through transfer of academic credit, to other SUNY institutions. All courses should be numbered at the 100-200 levels.  This listing references the course with its Old and New numbers which should aid students in their choice of courses to complete academic program requirements and faculty in their role as academic advisor.

Course Renumbering Master List 
 

Electrical Engineering Technology
  

  • EL 154 - Electronics I

    Credit Hours: 3

    Presentation of solid-stat physics concepts underlying semi-conductors; P-N materials, diode characteristics; LED, half-wave and bridge rectifiers; simple capacitor filter; Zener characteristics; use as a voltage regulator; bipolar and FET transistor theory and characteristics; switching-mode operation; circuit configurations; biasing and amplification.
    Concurrent Registration: EL 123, EL 150, EL 155, EL 161
    F (N)
  

  • EL 155 - Lab for EL 154

    Credit Hours: 1

    Introduction to oscilloscope measurement of DC/AC amplitude, frequency and time; characteristics of diodes, zener diodes, bipolar and FET transistors; device application to clippers, clampers, power supplies, regulators, switching mode operation, DC biasing and small signal branching and loops; introduction to Multisim, DC bias and transient analysis.
    Prerequisites: EL 111
    Concurrent Registration: EL 123, EL 150, EL 154, EL 161
    F (N)
  

  • EL 156 - Computer Logic

    Credit Hours: 3

    Logic circuits and Boolean algebra; logic circuit design; logic families operation and specification; flip-flops; registers; counters; data handling; decoder and multiplexer; number systems and codes; arithmetic functions; input/output circuits and memory circuits.
    Concurrent Registration: EL 157
    F (N)
  

  • EL 157 - Lab for EL 156

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Experiments and demonstrations using integrated logic circuits to develop logic designs and combinational logic circuits, flip-flops, data registers, counters, encoding and decoding circuits, arithmetic circuits and RAM operation.
    Concurrent Registration: EL 156
    F (N)
  

  • EL 161 - Lab for EL 150

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments emphasis: use of AC voltage, current and power measuring instruments; measurement of voltage; current and power in series; parallel and series/parallel RC; RL and RLC single phase circuits; vector diagrams of circuit voltage and current; power factor improvement; current, voltage and power in three-phase circuits; balanced and unbalanced loads; delta-wye connections; data collection and analysis and well-organized reports.
    Prerequisites: EL 111
    Concurrent Registration: EL 123, EL 150, EL 154, EL 155
    F (N)
  

  • EL 170 - Electric Power Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    An overview of the electric power system from generation, transmission, distribution and delivery of electric power. Topics include: methods of generating electricity such as hydro, thermal coal, thermal nuclear, solar and gas turbine, transmission system voltages and construction, along with Wye and Delta distribution systems, transformers, single phase and three phase banks for common delivery voltages, electric service construction and building wiring methods and electric safety.
    Prerequisites: EL 110 or EL 130
    Corequisites: EL 150 or EL 174
    S (N)
  

  • EL 173 - Electric Power Overhead Construction

    Credit Hours: 4

    Learn the skills necessary for the construction and maintenance of overhead electric distribution systems. Topics include: climbing of wood poles, performing construction from an overhead position, use of ropes and rigging equipment.
    Prerequisites: EL 170
    S (S)
  

  • EL 174 - Electrical Principles II

    Credit Hours: 4

    Presents the foundations of basic AC circuit analysis. Topics include: alternating current and voltage, sine wave form and values, phase relationships, vector representation, AC series, parallel and series/parallel RC, RL, and RLC circuits, active/reactive/apparent power, phasors, Kirchhoff’s Laws, max. power transfer applied to AC, resonance, polyphase systems (three-phase voltage, current and power, balanced and unbalanced loads), magnetic circuits, transformers.
    Prerequisites: EL 130, MT 121
    Concurrent Registration: EL 175
    S (N)
  

  • EL 175 - Lab for EL 174

    Credit Hours: 1

    Laboratory course to complement EL 174, with experiments emphasizing: use of AC voltage, current and power measuring instruments, measurement of voltage, current and power in series, parallel and series/parallel RC, RL and RLC single phase circuits, vector diagrams of circuit voltages and current, power factor improvement, current, voltage and power in three-phase circuits, balanced and unbalanced loads, delta-wye connections, data collection and analysis, well-organized reports.
    Prerequisites: EL 131
    Concurrent Registration: EL 174
    S (N)
  

  • EL 200 - Microcontrollers

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a study of microcontroller hardware, software, interfacing, applications and troubleshooting. The architecture, instruction set and programming of a modern microcontroller are covered. Special features including A/D conversion and PWM control are included. Applications to data acquisition and control are presented.
    Prerequisites: EL 156, EL 157
    Concurrent Registration: EL 201
    F (N)
  

  • EL 201 - Lab for EL 200

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments with a modern microcontroller include arithmetic logic, digital I/O, serial communications, interrupt operations, data acquisition and PWM control. Programming is via a cross assemble with download from a host computer.
    Concurrent Registration: EL 200
    F (N)
  

  • EL 204 - Electronics II

    Credit Hours: 3

    Analysis of small and large signal BJT and FET amplifier response, broad band frequency characteristics, multi-stage circuits, power amplifiers, characteristics and circuit use of SCRs, DIACs, and TRIACs, operational amplifier circuits, active filters, linear integrated circuits (LIC), timers and three-terminal regulators.
    Prerequisites: EL 154
    Concurrent Registration: EL 205
    F (N)
  

  • EL 205 - Lab for EL 204

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Experiments demonstrate the characteristics of various transistor and FET amplifiers, operational amplifiers, timers, three-terminal regulators, SCR circuits and multi-stage amplifiers.
    Prerequisites: EL 155
    Concurrent Registration: EL 204
    F (N)
  

  • EL 206 - Machines and Control

    Credit Hours: 3

    Magnetics; electromagnetics; B-H curves; Faraday’s Law; ideal transformers; practical transformer; losses; hysteresis; eddy currents; equivalent circuit, Lenz’s Law; short circuit/open circuit testing; introduction to heat, torque, speed, inertia; DC motor theory; shunt, series, compound motor characteristics; armature reaction; Lorentz’s Law; review of three phase power; AC motor theory; induction, synchronous, three phase and single phase motors.
    Prerequisites: EL 150
    Concurrent Registration: EL 207
    F/S (N)
  

  • EL 207 - Lab for EL 206

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Transformer experiment; turns ratio; Edison system; autotransformer; transformer polarity test; short and open circuit tests; transformer loading characteristics; DC motor operating characteristics; shunt, series, compound, dynamic braking; AC three phase induction motor operating characteristic; variable speed drives; data taking, analysis and well organized report.
    Prerequisites: EL 161
    Concurrent Registration: EL 206
    F/S (N)
  

  • EL 210 - Microcontrollers

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a study of microcontroller hardware, software, interfacing, and applications. The architecture, instruction set and programming of a modern microcontroller are covered.  Special features, including A/D and D/A conversion and timer functions, are included. Applications to data acquisition and control are presented. 
    Prerequisites: EL 156, EL 157
    F (N)
  

  • EL 214 - Electronics II

    Credit Hours: 3

    Passive and active filters and Bode plots, operational amplifiers and applications, comparators, timers, phase locked loops, analog to digital converters, digital to analog converters, three-terminal regulators, and power amplifiers.
    Prerequisites: EL 154
    Concurrent Registration: EL 215
    S (N)
  

  • EL 215 - Lab for EL 214

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Experiments demonstrating the characteristics operational amplifiers, timers, three-terminal regulators, active and passive filters, A/D and D/A converters, comparators, PLLs.
    Prerequisites: EL 154, EL 155
    Concurrent Registration: EL 214
    S (N)
  

  • EL 250 - Electronic Communications

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an introductory study of analog and digital communications theory, systems, and circuits. Analog topics include modulation techniques, noise, tuned circuits, oscillators, AM, FM, and SSB modulation and demodulation, mixers, transmission lines, wave propagation, antennas, and microwave applications. The digital communications circuits and systems considered include PCM, television, mobile telephone.
    Prerequisites: EL 204
    Concurrent Registration: EL 251
    S (N)
  

  • EL 251 - Lab for EL 250

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an introductory study of communications, theory, systems and circuits.  Analog topics include modulation techniques, noise, tuned circuits, AM, FM, and SSB modulation, demodulation, mixers, transmission lines and applications. Basic breadboard experiments include resonance, oscillators, class C tuned amplifiers, modulators, detectors, filters and mixers.  Additional and/or substitute experiments and simulations selected from frequency multipliers, PLL, transmission lines, transmitters, receivers, PCM and other topics as approved by instructor. 
    Prerequisites: EL 204
    Concurrent Registration: EL 250
    S (N)
  

  • EL 260 - Programmable Logic Controllers

    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to PLCs, PLC architecture; memory addressing and I/O addressing; scan time; ladder logic programming; timers and counters; I/O modules; arithmetic instructions; sequencer instructions and troubleshooting PLC systems. Experiments include: PLC I/O characteristics; sinking and sourcing; reading digital inputs and producing on-off outputs; window comparators and alarms; motor control logic; time delays and timer intervals; counting events; reading AC inputs and controlling AC loads; sequencer control; troubleshooting PLC systems and PLC communications.
    Prerequisites: EL 156
    S (N)
  

  • EL 262 - Renewable Energy in Electric Power Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers several types of renewable energy including wind, photovoltaic and solar thermal electricity, tidal power, wave power, and biomass. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of conventional power generation and conditioning, and the effects of variable power generation on voltage and frequency stability. Circuits and machines used to convert renewable energy into electrical form will be examined. Electrical transmission and distribution systems, reactive power management, power and load flow, faults and protection will be introduced.
    Prerequisites: EL 150, EL 154, EL 206
    S (N)
  

  • EL 264 - Photovoltaic Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will provide an overview of fundamental concepts necessary to work with PV systems, including: photoelectric effect, pn junction, solar cell design and manufacturing, history of solar power; solar radiation, site analysis; PV system components (PV modules, batteries, inverters, charge controllers), PV module criteria, PV systems safety; system design and sizing for grid-direct, stand-alone, bimodal and hybrid systems; NEC for photovoltaic applications, wire sizing, over-current protection, grounding; mounting solutions, thermal effects, wind load; commissioning and maintenance; economic analysis.
    Prerequisites: El 150, EL 154
    Concurrent Registration: EL 265
    S (N)
  

  • EL 265 - Lab for EL 264

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    This course is an introductory study of photovoltaic systems, theory, PV components and PV circuits.   Experiments emphasize: photoelectric effect; performance characteristics of solar modules based on different technologies; irradiance, temperature, and angular position response of PV modules; shading analysis and mounting determination; series and parallel PV circuits and their characteristics; proper usage of inverters, charge controllers and batteries in the PV systems; comparison of pure sine inverters and modified square wave inverters. Additional and/or substitute experiments from grid-intertie, hybrid systems, and other topics as approved by instructor. 
    Concurrent Registration: EL 264
    S (N)
  

  • EL 266 - Avanced Network Analysis

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course will provide an overview of advanced electrical networks and electronics analysis techniques including: mesh analysis, nodal analysis, bridge networks, Y and delta conversions, Norton theorem, Millman’s theorem, and two-port networks including hybrid transistor model and H-parameters, impedance (Z) and admittance (Y) transistor and circuit parameters, scattering (S) and chain (ABCD) circuit parameters. The course will emphasize the use of linear algebra approach as an integral part of the advanced analysis of electrical networks.
    Prerequisites: EL 150, EL 154
    Corequisites: EL 214
    S (N)
  

  • EL 274 - EET Internship

    Credit Hours: 3

    The cooperative/internship is designed to provide job-success skills and on-the-job work experience in local electronics industries. The course emphasizes job search techniques, resume preparation, effective interviews, self-assessment and improvement, motivation, interpersonal skills, time management and problem resolution. Work in a local industry may provide a job opportunity or at least improve the resume by providing job experience.
    Prerequisites: 2.0 GPA, completion of first year EET courses, recommendation by EET Department Chair, and acceptance by a local employer or an ECC Department that can provide electronics/computer work experience.
    F, SS (N)

Emergency Management
  

  • ER 110 - Introduction to Emergency Management

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to the fundamentals of emergency management. The basic types of hazards threatening the United States are discussed and the differences between hazards, emergencies, and disasters are described. The many players involved in emergency management are identified; and their roles, responsibilities, and responses impacting the socio-economic effects of emergencies or disasters in their communities are examined. The activities required to build effective emergency management organizations and developing an emergency plan are presented. The perception of risk to environmental hazards and the protective action decision model are discussed in detailed. Hazard, vulnerability, and risk analysis concepts and methodologies are learned and applied to different scenarios. The four phases of emergency management: hazard mitigation, preparedness for emergency response, organizational emergency response, and disaster recovery are defined and analyzed. Emphasis is on all hazards for all government levels, business or industry, and nonprofit organizations across the four phases. A performance-based approach is utilized that allows the students to apply what they have learned at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    F (C, S)
  

  • ER 111 - Risk Communication and Public Information

    Credit Hours: 3

    A description of risk communication and its principles; and the study of the role and skills of the public information officer during an emergency. The principles and factors for effective risk communication are explained. Topics addressed includes: major problems faced in communicating risk to the public, common  misconceptions during communication campaigns, and writing risk messages. The basic skills of the public information officer, including verbal and written communications, information dissemination, and the role of the media and the relationship of the PIO with the media are described. The basic tools, techniques and latest technology to assist the PIOs in carrying out their emergency public information responsibilities are presented. A performance-based approach is utilized by conducting radio and TV interviews allowing the students to apply what they have learned at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    F (C, S)
  

  • ER 120 - Emergency Planning

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to the principles of the process and practice of emergency planning. Emergency planning is presented in its many contexts: the practice of emergency management; the community for which the planning is conducted, including the political, private business and nonprofit sectors; and  the network of intergovernmental relationships. A range of strategies and skills required for a successful planning process are learned and applied. The process addresses preparedness, vulnerability, and resources inside and outside the community. Special emphasis is placed on all hazards exposure, the basics of protective actions, and protective actions recommendations. Emergency continuity of operations plans for government and private businesses are covered in detail. A performance-based approach is utilized that allows the students to apply what they have learned at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    S (C, S)
  

  • ER 121 - Incident Management System

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the fundamentals and applications of the Incident Management Systems (IMSs). The major forms and concepts of the Incident Management/Incident Command Systems, including the evolution of three of the IMSs are discussed. The coordination of efforts and activities of individual agencies in order to stabilize an incident and protect life, property, and the environment are presented. Advanced Incident Management Systems Concepts: incident management team; incident management team training; unified command; and priorities are learned and applied at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    S (C, S)
  

  • ER 122 - Emergency Management Leadership

    Credit Hours: 3

    Basic principles of leadership with an emergency management perspective. The skills necessary to lead and influence others in the demanding setting of emergency management by increasing their range of skills in a variety of interpersonal areas: conflict management, use of power group dynamics, leadership and influence. It also identifies problems and their root causes as an important step in the process to be able to determine the appropriate type of decision-making style. Using a suggested process of problem solving, the students apply creative solutions to both emergency and non-emergency situations in an emergency management situation. A performance-based approach is utilized that allows the students to apply what they have learned at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    S (C, S)
  

  • ER 210 - Mitigation and Preparedness for Emergency Managers

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the principles, process, and techniques for planning and building resilient communities. Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness provides an overview of building resilience at the community level, and defines hazards mitigation and preparedness as part of emergency management, including mitigation strategies. Meteorological and hydrological hazards, geological hazards, and man-made  hazards focusing on the key characteristics of each type of hazard are discussed. Emphasis is placed on risk assessment as an essential component of emergency management, the process for identifying the hazards, and assessing vulnerability. Hazard mitigation planning describing the process for goals, policies, and strategies are discussed. The mitigation tools and techniques to reduce vulnerability are covered. A performance-based approach is utilized that allows the students to apply what they have learned at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    F (C, S)
  

  • ER 211 - Disaster Response and Recovery Operations

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the challenges confronting emergency managers after disasters, and the principles and concepts of disaster response and recovery operations. The different types of hazards and their interaction, and the consequences of disasters are discussed. It addresses the agencies and organizations participating in the response and recovery operations, including public servants, government departments, private, and non-profit organizations, and citizen volunteers. Two theoretical approaches to the management of disasters are identified, and the advantages and disadvantages of the traditional and the professional models are presented. In addition, these topics are covered in the response phase: hazard detection, warning, evacuation and sheltering, search and rescue, emergency medical care, fatality management, and stress counseling. In transitioning to the recovery phase, damage assessment, disaster declarations, and debris management are covered. The process of recovery and its relation to mitigation is investigated, and the types of disaster assistance and ways to reduce vulnerability are described. The decision making process in the areas of transportation, politics, special needs populations, communication, legal issues, and record keeping is explained. Emphasis is placed in developing disaster resilient communities by underscoring the value of preparedness, improvisation, professionalism, and leadership in emergency management. A performance-based approach is utilized that allows the students to apply what they have learned at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    F (C, S)
  

  • ER 212 - Terrorism: Prevention, Preparedness, Response and Recovery

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the challenges confronting emergency managers after disasters, and the principles and concepts of disaster response and recovery operations. The different types of hazards and their interaction, and the consequences of disasters are discussed. It addresses the agencies and organizations participating in the response and recovery operations, including public servants, government departments, private, and non-profit organizations, and citizen volunteers. Two theoretical approaches to the management of disasters are identified, and the advantages and disadvantages of the traditional and the professional models are presented. In addition, these topics are covered in the response phase: hazard detection, warning, evacuation and sheltering, search and rescue, emergency medical care, fatality management, and stress counseling. In transitioning to the recovery phase, damage assessment, disaster declarations, and debris management are covered. The process of recovery and its relation to mitigation is investigated, and the types of disaster assistance and ways to reduce vulnerability are described. The decision making process in the areas of transportation, politics, special needs populations, communication, legal issues, and record keeping is explained. Emphasis is placed in developing disaster resilient communities by underscoring the value of preparedness, improvisation, professionalism, and leadership in emergency management. A performance-based approach is utilized that allows the students to apply what they have learned at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    F (C, S)
  

  • ER 220 - Emergency Operations Center Management and ICS Interface

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to thedesign, operation, and management of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).  The following topics are covered and examined: EOC Location and Physical Design; Technology in the EOC; EOC Functional and Space Layouts; Financing the EOC; organization and staffing of the EOC; creating and maintaining a climate for cooperation and communication in the EOC; and creation of job aids and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Emphasis is placed in developing an effective interface between the Incident Command and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) by applying Incident Command System (ICS) principles. A performance-based approach that emphasizes the learning activities, consisting of a series of exercises to allow activation, operation and de-activation of the EOC at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator is utilized.
    Prerequisites: ER 120, ER 121, ER 210, ER 211
    S (C, S)
  

  • ER 221 - Emergnecy Exercise Program Management

    Credit Hours: 3

    A comprehensive study of the fundamentals of exercise program for development, implementation, and administration. A performance-based approach for exercise design, development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning is presented. The process to identify the deficiencies and vulnerabilities and develop the after action report (AAR) and improvement plan (IP). Also, course topics that are addressed include: the value of conducting exercises; components of a comprehensive exercise program; the seven types of exercises; exercise evaluation; after action report with recommendations and corrective actions; and improvement plan.  A small functional exercise is developed and conducted at the ECC Multi-Scenario Simulator.
    Prerequisites: ER 120, ER 121, ER 210, ER 211
    S (C, S)
  

  • ER 222 - Emergency Management Internship

    Credit Hours: 3

    This internship course is designed to provide the interns in their second year ( 1st or 2nd semester) with the opportunity to assist with research and assessment of information critical to Emergency Management. Develop contingency plans that guide the response to natural and man-made emergencies, from extreme weather to terrorism. Each plan focuses on four phases of a disaster: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Interns will also assist with daily administrative tasks as well as work on emergency management projects for clients in the local, state, federal, and private sectors. Interns may participate in client meetings and staff meetings; and create reports for use by the clients. This course provides motivated, goal-oriented second year  Emergency Management students with the opportunity to exhibit their passion for the field of Emergency Management while enhancing their knowledge of the field.
    F/S (C, S)

Emergency Medical Technology/Paramedic
  

  • EG 003 - Advanced Medical Emergency Technology Recertification / Paramedic

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a review of EG 113 and all EMT/Paramedic certificate course material as well as an update in state-of-the-art technology, technique and current protocol philosophy leading to eligibility to sit for the combined New York State EMT Basic and Paramedic recertification examination.
    Corequisites: EG 004, EG 020
    S (S)
  

  • EG 004 - Advanced Medical Emergency Technology Recertification II/ Paramedic

    Credit Hours: 2

    A continuation of co-requisite EG 003 and EG 020. Successful completion may lead to New York State re-certification as an EMT/P.
    Corequisites: EG 003, EG 020
    S (S)
  

  • EG 007 - EMT/Intermediate Original ‘85 Certification

    Credit Hours: 7.1

    A course for the basic EMT, introducing them to the topics of fluids and electrolytes, advanced airway management and cardiac defibrillation. Mechanisms of fluid and electrolyte balance, shock, IV Therapy, and its possible complications, the techniques of esophageal and endotracheal intubation, cardiac pathophysiology, and automatic defibrillation are stressed. This course is designed for EMT’s who are or have been members of certified ALS volunteer, municipal, or commercial units operating under the medical direction of a physician. International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification and Basic EMT (EG113) review and re-certification is included within this course. Successful students will take the NYS Basic and Advanced skills exam and sit for combined NYS Basic re-certification and Intermediate certification exam.
    Prerequisites: EG113, six months experience preferred as a Basic EMT.(Application must be made to the EMT department including current immunization status. Students seeking NYS funding must include a NYS DOH form #3312, verification of membership indicating current active status on an EMS field unit, signed by an officer of the EMS agency. If the student is an officer of the agency, it cannot be signed by the student.
    Corequisites: EG 048, EG 051
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • EG 009 - Basic Emergency Health Care

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to train students in AHA cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and in hemorrhage control, management of fractures, treatment of various types of shock and management of poisoning victims in order to stabilize an individual prior to the arrival of paramedical personnel or the delivery of the victim to a hospital. Emphasis in the first three weeks is human anatomy and physiology relevant to emergency health care problems. Other topics covered include patient assessment, triage, mechanisms of injury and the attitude and performance expected of persons delivering emergency health care. It is recommended for students in any curricula.
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • EG 010 - EMT/Intermediate ’85 Recertification

    Credit Hours: 5.5

    This course meets the newly released national and state criteria for EMT/Intermediate training.  This is a review of EG 113,  EG 007, EG 048 and EG 051 material with an update of protocols, knowledge and skill techniques.  This course brings students to state-of-the-art and eligibility to sit for the combined new York State Basic and EMT Intermediate recertification examination to retain new York State certification for an additional three-year period. AHA CPR credential and Pediatric Life Support credential is included.  International Trauma Life Support certification is included.
    Prerequisites: EG 007, EG 048, EG 051, EG 113. Students should be affiliated with an ALS agency and apply to the EMT department for further advisement.
    F (S)
  

  • EG 016 - Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course will offer the student certification (American Heart Association) in the techniques of immediate life saving skills when the circulatory or respiratory systems have been impaired by illness or injury. The student successfully completing both the skills and the written certification examination will be eligible for the B.L.S. Healthcare provider level of certification. Material covered will include: airway management, external cardiac compression, patient assessment and an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary systems. There is no prerequisite but the student must be able to work on the floor for skills and pass all written and skills exams. There will be an overview of choking, heart attacks and strokes for infants, children and adults.
    F/S (N, S)

    100% attendance is required for AHA certification.
  

  • EG 020 - EMT-Recertification

    Credit Hours: 0

    This couse is a co-requisite with EG 003 and EG 004.  A minimum of 33 hours of instruction in basic EMT topics and techniques. The student will complete a practical examination and sit for the New York State EMT certification to gain New York State certification for an additional three-year period.
    Corequisites: EG 003, EG 004
    S (S)
  

  • EG 022 - Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office

    Credit Hours: 1

    The course is designed to train students in A.H.A. cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and in patient assessment, hemorrhage control, management of fractures, treatment of various types of shock, and proper management of both medical and trauma patients prior to the arrival of professional rescuers or delivery to a hospital setting. Emphasis in the first part of the course is on an overview of human anatomy and physiology relevant to emergency health care. Other topics include patient assessment, triage, and mechanisms of injury. Attitudes, performance and expectations of persons delivering emergency health care within the context of the dental office will be emphasized.
    S (N)
  

  • EG 048 - EMT/Intermediate — Clinical Experience

    Credit Hours: 1

    A 48-hour clinical experience in participating hospitals leading to practical application of the ALS skills acquired in class (EG 007).
    Prerequisites: EG113, six months experience preferred as a basic EMT. Application must be made to the EMT department including current immunization status. Students seeking NYS funding must include a NYS DOH form #3312, verification of membership indicating current active status on an EMS field unit, signed by an officer of the EMS agency. If the student is an officer of the agency, it cannot be signed by the student.
    Corequisites: EG 007, EG 051
    F/S (S)
  

  • EG 051 - EMT/Intermediate Field Internship

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course requires the student to function in actual pre-hospital emergencies, under physician medical direction, on a mobile advanced life support unit. Students will progress from observing to performing advanced life support skills as a crew member. Students are supervised and evaluated by designated EMT/Intermediate or paramedic preceptors and the physician medical director, under direction of the field internship coordinator. Students must successfully complete and submit on time the required run sheets, documentation and evaluations to successfully complete course requirements.
    Prerequisites: EG113, six months experience preferred as a basic EMT. Application must be made to the EMT department including current immunization status. Students seeking NYS funding must include a NYS DOH form #3312, verification of membership indicating current active status on an EMS field unit, signed by an officer of the EMS agency. If the student is an officer of the agency, it cannot be signed by the student.
    Corequisites: EG 007, EG 048
    F/S (S)
  

  • EG 099 - Paramedic Introduction, Pathophysiology and Life Span Development

    Credit Hours: 3

    This introductory course will familiarize the student with topics related to the EMT-paramedic profession. Topics include: well being, injury prevention, roles and responsibilities, medical/legal issues, therapeutic communication, general principles of pathophysiology and lifespan development. The focus is on human responses to illness expressed at the physiologic, pathophysiologic, experiential and behavioral levels.
    Prerequisites: Basic EMT, successful completion of pretest for math (MTLV2 or higher) & English (WRLV3 & RELV3 or higher).

    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 101 - Advanced Airway Management Lab

    Credit Hours: 1

    This lab course will first review all EMT basic airway and ventilation skills. Advanced psychomotor skills will then be presented to include: endotracheal intubation, esophageal intubation, needle cricothyrotomy and transtracheal jet ventilation, trauma intubation, infant intubation, digital and translumination intubation, aerosolized medication administration and the use of portable ventilators.
    Prerequisites: Basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 103 - Patient Assessment

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course is designed to introduce the paramedic student to the process of patient assessment. Topics include techniques of physical examination, scene size-up, initial assessment, focused history and physical exam, medical focused history and physical exam, trauma detailed physical exam, ongoing assessment, communications and documentation.
    Prerequisites: EG 099, EG 101, basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Corequisites: EG 104, EG 109
    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 104 - Patient Assessment Lab

    Credit Hours: 1

    This lab course will allow students to apply concepts taught in EG 103, to achieve mastery level of conducting a history and physical examination on a variety of patients. Accurately conveying information to the hospital and proper documentation will also be mastered.
    Prerequisites: EG 099, EG 101, basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Corequisites: EG 103, EG 109
    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 105 - Pharmacology

    Credit Hours: 2

    This didactic course is designed to introduce the paramedic student to the categories of pharmacological agents and the application of pharmacological concepts to clinical paramedic practice. Emphasis will be placed on understanding physiologic drug actions. Topics include pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug interaction and classifications, venous access and medication administration.
    Prerequisites: EG 103, EG 104, basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Corequisites: EG 106, EG 110
    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 106 - Pharmacology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1

    The lab course covers the psycho motor skills of medication administration. Skills include phlebotomy, intravenous cannulation, intravenous drug administration, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, inhalation, endotracheal and sublingual drug administration.
    Prerequisites: EG 103, EG 104, basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Corequisites: EG 105, EG 110
    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 107 - Respiratory and Cardiology

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course covers the specific pathophysiology, assessment and management of the respiratory and cardiac systems. Topics include obstructive airway diseases, mechanical and pharmacological airway management, dysrhythmia analysis, myocardial infarction, heart failure and vascular disorders and 12 Lead EKG recognition. Upon successful completion of this course and the required co-requisite EG 108, the student will receive the American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate.
    Prerequisites: EG 105, EG 106, basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3)pretest codes or higher.
    Corequisites: EG 108, EG 110
    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 108 - Respiratory and Cardiology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1

    This lab section teaches the assessment and psychomotor skills of management of the respiratory and cardiac patient. Skills include focused patient assessment, EKG analysis, cardiac monitoring, defibrillation, cardioversion, transthoracic pacing, cardiac emergency management and cardiac arrest management. Upon completion of this course and the requested co-requisite EG 107, the student will receive the American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate.
    Prerequisites: EG 105, EG 106, basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Corequisites: EG 107, EG 110
    F (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 109 - Paramedic Clinical I

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course provides the student with experience in four clinical settings, the morgue, the operating room, the medical school cadaver lab and the emergency department.

    The course provides an introductory experience in the emergency departments where the student first observes, then practices the skills of patient assessment, taking vital signs, doing blood draws and inserting IV lines while under the supervision of designated preceptors.Under the supervision of anesthesiologists in several area hospitals operating rooms, students will perform the advanced airway management skills of endotracheal intubation.

    Under the observation of clinical faculty, students will perform various advanced airway procedures on human cadavers at the medical school cadaver lab.

    Observing autopsies at the Erie County Medical Examiner’s Office provides a valuable lesson in anatomy, physiology, disease and trauma processes. Students learn the location of organs, their relationships to each other and to the external anatomy and the disruption of various systems from medical or trauma conditions that cause death.
    Corequisites: EG 101, EG 103, EG 104
    F (S)
  

  • EG 110 - Paramedic Clinical II

    Credit Hours: 1

    Building on the introductory experience gained in EG 109 in the emergency department, the student will develop added confidence in the skills of patient assessment, vital signs, blood draws and IV insertions, while under the supervision of designated clinical preceptors in ERs. Observation in the Cadaver Lab of Daemen College will afford the student the opportunity to see anatomical landmarks in relation to field interventions. Students will attend a seminar on early stroke recognition and treatment and observe the diagnostic testing and early interventions performed with new onset stroke victims. Students will also attend the Cardiac Angiography lab to view diagnostic procedures and treatments related to coronary reperfusion. The Cardiac Electrophysiology lab will expose students to diagnostic procedures and treatments of acute cardiac dysrhythmias. The Cardiac Stress lab will provide students the opportunity to perform and interpret 12 lead EKG’s during diagnostic testing.  Communication skills, both written and spoken, will be emphasized and reinforced through experiences at the county radio dispatch center (MERS).
    Corequisites: EG 105, EG 106, EG 107, EG 108
    F (S)
  

  • EG 113 - EMT Basic

    Credit Hours: 7

    The fundamentals of basic life support, human anatomy and physiology, assessment-based care of medical and trauma emergencies, extrication and transportation form the core of this course. Cardial electrophysiology and rhythm recognition using semi-automatic defibrillators is taught. Basic cardiology, rhythm recognition and cardiac defibrillation using semi-automatic equipment and assistance with patient’s prescribed medications are also included. Guest lecturers from in-hospital and pre-hospital field units are utilized and students are required to spend 10 hours of clinical observation in the area emergency departments. The clinical sites require verification of physical exam and immunizations. Successful completion may lead to New York State Basic EMT Certification.

    Requirements for NYS Certification:

    100% attendance is required for eligibility to sit for the NYS written exam;
    student must be18 years of age, and have no criminal record, in order to sit for exam;student must have a minimum of 80% overall course average;
    student must pass the final practical evaluation; and
    ten (10) hours of clinical time must be completed and documentation on file with the course instructors.
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • EG 200 - EMS Operations

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to expose the paramedic student to various field operation procedures. Topics include medical incident command, rescue awareness and operations, hazardous materials awareness and operations and crime scene awareness. Tabletop exercise simulations will also be featured.
    Prerequisites: EG 107, EG 108, basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    S (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 201 - Trauma

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course introduces the paramedic student to specific pathophysiology, assessment, and management techniques for trauma patients. Topics include mechanism of injury, hemorrhage and shock, soft tissue trauma, burns, head and facial trauma, spinal trauma, thoracic trauma, abdominal trauma, musculoskeletal trauma and special considerations. Upon successful completion of this course and the required lab EG 202, the student will receive certification in International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) from the American College of Emergency Physicians.
    Prerequisites: Basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher and successful completion of all first semester course work.
    Concurrent Registration: EG 202, EG 206, EG 207, EG 208
    S (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 202 - Trauma Lab

    Credit Hours: 1

    This lab section teaches the psychomotor skills of trauma patient management. Skills include trauma patient assessment and airway management. Upon completion of this lab and the required co-requisite trauma course EG 201, the student will receive certification in International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) form the American College of Emergency Physicians.
    Prerequisites: Basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Concurrent Registration: EG 201, EG 206, EG 207, EG 208
    S (S)
  

  • EG 203 - Medical Emergencies I

    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers specific pathophysiology, assessment and management techniques for common medical conditions encountered in the field. Topics include neurology, gastroenterology, urology, endocrinology, toxicology, allergies and anaphylaxis, hematology, infectious and communicable diseases. Special patients and circumstances are also addressed: acute interventions in the home care patient, abuse and assault, behavioral and psychiatric disorders, environmental conditions and the challenged patient.
    Prerequisites: Basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher
    Concurrent Registration: EG 206, EG 207, EG 208
    S (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 204 - Medical Emergencies II

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course covers specific pathophysiology, assessment and management techniques for common medical conditions encountered in the field. Topics include gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics and geriatrics, abuse, assault, patients with special challenges and the chronic care patient. Upon successful completion of this course and the required co-requisite lab EG 205, the student will receive the American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support credential.
    Prerequisites: Basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Concurrent Registration: EG 205, EG 206
    S (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 205 - Medical Emergencies II Lab

    Credit Hours: 1

    This lab is designed to teach the skills associated with topics covered in EG 204 to include assessment of pediatric patients, management of various pediatric emergencies and the psychomotor skills of intraosseous insertion, umbilical vein cannulation, pediatric airway management, complications of obstetric emergencies and pathophysiology/management of geriatric emergencies.
    Prerequisites: Basic EMT, math (AARLV2) and English (AWRLV3 & ARELV3) pretest codes or higher.
    Concurrent Registration: EG 204, EG 206
    S (S)

    Students seeking entrance into this course must be currently certified as a basic EMT and be admitted to the paramedic curriculum to register for this course.
  

  • EG 206 - Paramedic Clinical III

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course will build upon the students initial patients contact experiences in EG 109 and 110, providing on going and more in depth experience in patient assessment, communication, IV and airway management skills while under the supervision of designated preceptors. Students will attend Women’s and Children’s Hospital gaining experience in the obstetrics unit and pediatric emergency department. In the geriatric facility, students will observe the methods of effective communication with geriatric patients, the typical afflictions of the aging population as well as the effects of medications. Where permitted, they will practice assessment and vital sign skills.
    Prerequisites: EG 109, EG 110
    Corequisites: EG 207, EG 208
    S (S)
  

  • EG 207 - Paramedic Hospital Clinical IV

    Credit Hours: 2.5

    Building on the patient contact experience of Paramedic Clinicals I, II and III, students will practice the full range of their paramedic level skills in assessment, blood draws, IV insertions, medication administration, airway management and cardiac rhythm recognition and treatment while under the supervision of designated preceptors. The experience will occur in the emergency departments and the psychiatric screening units of local hospitals. Students will also attend one meeting of the Western Region Emergency Physician’s Advisory Committee to meet the doctors who determine regional field protocols and learn how that process works.
    Prerequisites: EG 109, EG 110
    Corequisites: EG 206, EG 208
    S (S)
  

  • EG 208 - EMT Paramedic Ambulance Field Internship

    Credit Hours: 7

    Students will ride with assigned preceptors on designated field units. Two phases will enable the student to progress from observation, to skills performance, to the role of team leader. Students will be expected to integrate history taking, physical exam, cognitive knowledge and skills performance into the total management of the patient. Written documentation and verbal communication by radio/phone directly with hospital staff will be a part of the field internship. Students will be required to submit four (4) written detailed summary patient reports on patients who required advanced level treatment, whom they assessed, treated and transported. These will be evaluated and assigned a numerical value. A minimum of five (5) Advanced Life Support (ALS) calls must be completed. Successful completion of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required.  The student will also be required to successfully complete two (2) exit megacode scenarios in the lab, a comprehensive final written examination as well as the NYS mandated final practical skills examination. The student’s performance on each ALS call will be documented with a formative evaluation. The end of the internship will be documented with a summative evaluation by the field preceptor. Successful completion of the required hours and verification of the student’s competency to function as an entry-level paramedic as submitted by the field preceptor and will be given primary consideration, as students must be recommended by the lead instructor to the program medical director for final NYS paramedic certification. 
    Prerequisites: EG 109, EG 110
    Corequisites: EG 206, EG 207
    S (S)

Engineering Science
  

  • ES 138 - Engineering Concepts

    Credit Hours: 1

    An orientation course that brings the field of engineering into focus with discussion on past and present engineering trends along with visitation  lectures by various local practicing engineers and four-year engineering college transfer representatives. Basic technical skills such as computations and graphing are also covered.
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 139 - Computer Skills for Engineers

    Credit Hours: 1

    A computer lab course for first year students to learn important computer skills related to engineering using existing computer software such as spreadsheets, word processing, linear regression, graphing, library computer usage, e-mail and the Internet.
    Prerequisites: MT 125 or equivalent.
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 148 - Engineering Graphics

    Credit Hours: 1

    An introductory graphics lab which covers traditional topics including orthographic views, pictorial drawing, auxiliary views, sectioning, dimensioning and descriptive geometry.
    Concurrent Registration: ES 149
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 149 - CAD Lab for ES 148

    Credit Hours: 1

    A computer-aided drafting (CAD) lab to augment the principles presented in ES 148 Engineering Graphics.
    Concurrent Registration: ES 148
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 181 - Engineering Materials

    Credit Hours: 3

    The investigation of materials commonly used in engineering applications. Topics include atomic structure and bonding, strengthening mechanisms such as strain hardening, age hardening and phase transformation, phase diagram interpretation and use, processing such as cold and hot working and solidification.
    Prerequisites: CH 180
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 200 - Electrical Networks

    Credit Hours: 4

    Topics include lumped parameters electrical networks. Basic concepts of charge, voltage, current and power for R, L, and C circuit elements. Analytical techniques such as loop and nodal equations; Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws; Thevenin and Norton Theorems and maximum power transfer. Voltage and current sources; differential equation and phasors; computer simulation using PSpice and Op AMP Analysis.
    Concurrent Registration: MT 284, PH 282, PH 283
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 201 - Electrical Networks II

    Credit Hours: 4

    Topics include sinusoids and phasors; sinusoidal steady-state analysis of ac circuits; complex power; three-phase systems; Laplace transforms and applications to circuit analysis. Course also includes a circuit design and analysis simulation project utilizing software tools.
    Prerequisites: ES 200, MT 283, MT 284
    Cycles (N)
  

  • ES 204 - Thermodynamics

    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers first and second laws of thermodynamics, thermodynamic properties, equilibrium and their application to physical and chemical systems.
    Prerequisites: CH 180, MT 182 or equivalent.
    S (N)
  

  • ES 207 - Statics

    Credit Hours: 3

    Composition and resolution of forces, equivalent force systems, equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions. Centroids and centers of gravity, analysis of simple structures, internal forces, friction, moments and products of inertia in two dimension. Unit vector approach is used.
    Prerequisites: MT 182, PH 280, PH 281
    Concurrent Registration: MT 283 is recommended.
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 208 - Dynamics

    Credit Hours: 3

    Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, relative motion, work and energy, impulse and momentum. Unit vector approach is used.
    Prerequisites: ES 207, MT 283
    Concurrent Registration: MT 284
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 209 - Mechanics of Materials

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course in the study of strength and elasticity of materials, stresses and strains; deflection of beams and shafts; torsion and buckling of columns.
    Prerequisites: ES 207, MT 283
    Concurrent Registration: ES 210, MT 284 is recommended.
    F/S (N)
  

  • ES 210 - Lab for ES 209

    Credit Hours: 1

    Lab exercises designed to demonstrate theoretical principles learned in course ES 209. Tests of material properties including tension, compression, shear, torsion, bending and use of strain gauge equipment.
    Prerequisites: ES 207
    Concurrent Registration: ES 209
    F/S (N)

English
  

  • EN 010 - College Reading and Study Skills I

    Credit Hours: 3 Not for degree credit

    A course designed to improve reading and study skills. Content includes practice in comprehension, speed, vocabulary, listening, note-taking and test-taking.
    F/S (C, N, S)

    This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree.
  

  • EN 011 - College Reading and Study Skills II

    Credit Hours: 3 Not for degree credit

    A course to further improve the student’s reading and study skills. Content includes practice in comprehension, speed, vocabulary, listening, note-taking and test-taking.
    F/S (C, N, S)

    This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree.
  

  • EN 022 - Improving College Reading & Writing

    Credit Hours: 4 Not for degree credit

    This developmental course is a combination of reading and writing and is designed to prepare students for EN 110 – College Composition. Topics focus on improving comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills, an introduction to the essay, thought development, paragraph and short essay organization, punctuation, and grammar.
    F/S (C, N, S)

    This course is offered for non-credit and does not apply as an English elective toward an associate’s degree. Students whose placement scores indicate both EN 011 and EN 023 are eligible.
  

  • EN 023 - Preparation for College Writing

    Credit Hours: 3 Not for degree credit

    A workshop designed course with the aid of computer exercises and minimal lecturing to prepare students for standard college writing. Lectures and computer lessons enable students to renew and develop mechanical and organizational skills through practice and critical thinking to produce entry level college essays.
    F/S (C, N, S)

    This course does not apply towards an associate’s degree.
  

  • EN 030 - Reading/Writing I

    Credit Hours: 4 Not for degree credit

    This is the first in a three-level series of courses intended to teach basic English reading and writing skills to students whose dominant language is not English.
    Prerequisites: Appropriate placement test scores.
    Cycles (C)

    This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree.
  

  • EN 031 - Reading/Writing II

    Credit Hours: 4 Not for degree credit

    This course is the second in a three-level series of courses for students whose dominant language is not English. Students will practice improving their reading and writing skills in English and they will practice techniques for locating and self-correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation and usage errors in their compositions. In addition, students will be shown how to organize and connect ideas in formal English writing.
    Prerequisites: EN 030 or appropriate placement test scores.
    F/S (C)

    This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree.
  

  • EN 040 - Oral/Aural I

    Credit Hours: 4 Not for degree credit

    This is the first in a three-level series of speaking/listening courses for students whose dominant language is not English. Students will learn basic grammar and practice conversational English in both classroom and language lab settings.
    Prerequisites: Appropriate placement test scores.
    Cycles (C)

    This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree.
  

  • EN 041 - Oral/Aural II

    Credit Hours: 4 Not for degree credit

    This is the second in a three-level series of speaking/listening courses for students whose dominant language is not English. The course focuses on the grammar and phrases needed in English for successful oral communication in academic and everyday settings. Includes language lab.
    Prerequisites: EN 040 or appropriate placement test scores.
    F/S (C)

    This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree.
  

  • EN 110 - College Composition

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to develop writing skills through a variety of writing tasks. The course will emphasize the use of rhetorical strategies in development of ideas, mastery of basic scholarly conven­tions, and application of critical thinking skills. Reading selections support the aims of the course. A documented research paper is required.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 111 - Composition and Interpretation of Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to assist the student in understanding and appreciating fiction, drama and poetry. Stress will be placed on oral and written criticism.
    Prerequisites: EN 110 or EN 120 or permission of the instructor.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 114 - Public Speaking

    Credit Hours: 3

    The development of clear and effective oral communication. Students will learn discussion techniques and prepare and deliver various types of speeches.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 120 - Composition and Occupational Communication

    Credit Hours: 3

    Development of skills in writing, reading, speaking and critical thinking. Students will have written and oral practice in a variety of business and technical reports.
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • EN 121 - Composition and Readings in Science and Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    Technical and humanistic readings will be subject matter for analysis in discussion and oral and written reports. The course will examine critically the relationship between the individual and science and technology.
    Prerequisites: EN 110 or EN 120 or permission of the instructor.
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • EN 130 - Advanced Writing and Readings in Specific Disciplines

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an advanced writing and reading course which can be tailored to the specific needs of individual academic programs. The course has a seminar or workshop format, to facilitate intensive instruction in reading and writing for specific disciplines.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 132 - Reading/Writing III

    Credit Hours: 3

    This is the third in a three-level series of courses for students whose dominant language is not English. The course is a prerequisite for EN 110 and is designed to prepare students for other mainstream courses as well. Students study aspects of American culture from a variety of sources and write essays in response to these sources. They learn techniques for locating and self-correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation and usage errors in their compositions. The course could also help students who are preparing to take the TWE (Test of Written English) and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). Students are introduced to Internet and library research strategies as well as styles of source documentation. This course satisfies general elective or Liberal Arts elective requirements, but it does not substitute for EN 110 - College Composition. It is restricted to non-native speakers of English.
    Prerequisites: EN 031, EN 041 or appropriate placement test scores.
    F/S (C, N)
  

  • EN 137 - Intensive English Grammar for ESL

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    This course is designed to assist English language learners of all levels in developing their English grammar skills and applying these skills in everyday and professional communication, especially written communication. The course will also enable students to edit and prepare written work for their academic and professional needs.
    F/S (C, N)
  

  • EN 140 - Creative Writing I

    Credit Hours: 3

    Through a wide variety of poetry and fiction, students will have the opportunity to develop their creative writing skills in both genres and produce a project in each. 
    Prerequisites: EN 110 or permission of the instructor.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 141 - Creative Writing II

    Credit Hours: 3

    This is a workshop in creative writing with emphasis on preparation of manuscripts for publication. Individual projects particularly directed toward college publications will be an integral part of the course.
    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Does not require EN 140.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 142 - Oral/Aural III

    Credit Hours: 3

    This is the third in a series of speaking/ listening courses for students whose dominant language is not English. Students will improve these language skills so that they can successfully function in a culturally appropriate manner in mainstream American business and academic settings. This course and EN 132 could also help students prepare for the TOEFL exam. The course satisfies Liberal Arts or general elective requirements. It is restricted to non-native speakers of English.
    Prerequisites: EN 041 or appropriate placement test scores.
    F/S (C, N)
  

  • EN 147 - Accent Reduction for ESL

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to help English language learners of all levels to improve foreign or regional accents where pronunciation and intonation interfere with communication. Specifically, the course will provide instruction and intensive practice in the processes of pronunciation, articulation, projection, expressionism, speech rate and vocal quality. Modification of non-native accents is a central concern. Of equal importance is the development of self-confidence in speaking.
    F/S (C, N)
  

  • EN 150 - Journalism I

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to the role of journalism in a free society, clarification of what is news, traditional newspaper structure, preparing copy and leads. The process of interviewing and writing from an interview will also be covered.
    F/S (C, N, S)
 

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