EG 016 - Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation

EG 022 - Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office

EG 048 - Advanced EMT — Clinical Experience

• report to the specialty unit on your scheduled date and shift and “sign in” with the nursing supervisor;
• review the rules and operating procedures within the unit with the preceptor, making certain that the student’s role in the unit is defined;
• review the objectives with the preceptor in the instructional unit. Discuss which activities will be included in the experience;
• review the history, diagnosis, complications, and treatment of each patient in the unit;
• observe and participate in unit activities as directed by the preceptor. Should the student observe a technique or procedure performed differently from its presentation during the classroom activities, he may question the preceptor about differences observed, but remember that the techniques presented during the lecture may not be the only correct method;
• perform each activity on the checklist (where appropriate) under the direct supervision of the preceptor. If the student is unsure of the activity, the preceptor will demonstrate the skill;
• review each activity performed with the preceptor, critiquing the student’s performance; and
• be sure the preceptor signs the Attendance Record after each clinical session and signs off each skill successfully performed in the Skills Tally Book.

EG 051 - Advanced EMT Field Internship

• conduct a thorough assessment using the 90-second primary survey and secondary survey;
• prioritize care;
• provide immediate appropriate treatment for life-threatening conditions;
• provide leadership to crew members, directing ALS care where indicated;
• respond within a reasonable time to changing conditions of the patient, with appropriate measures;
• give concise, thorough information about the patient and the care rendered to “medical control” via radio;
• receive and correctly act upon medical direction given over the radio; and
• students will be required to successfully complete two megacodes, one medical and one trauma, in the leadership role.  While acting in that role, in one scenario, the student will be expected to accomplish the above objectives according to current medical protocols.  While in a non-leadership role in another scenario, the student will be evaluated on the skill of intubation.

EG 099 - Paramedic Introduction, Pathophysiology and Life Span Development

• define the roles and responsibilities of a paramedic;
• identify medical / legal issues relating to prehospital care;
• communicate effectively utilizing oral and written reporting skills;
• practice injury prevention skills and implement wellness techniques;
• identify various disease pathologies; and
• define the various stages relating to life span development.

EG 101 - Advanced Airway Management Lab

• assess a patient’s airway;
• recognize the need for airway interventions;
• implement appropriate basic airway management techniques;
• assess the need to implement advanced airway techniques;
• student will be able to successfully perform all basic and advanced airway maneuvers according to standardized; and
• skills checklists and criteria.

EG 103 - Patient Assessment

• describe the techniques of history taking;
• take a comprehensive out of hospital patient history;
• explain the pathophysiologic significance of physical exam findings;
• describe the workings of EMS communications systems;
• effectively transmit vital patient information to the physician;
• describe the importance of proper documentation;
• assimilate all information regarding a patient, and effectively document it in report form;
• develop an understanding of the scientific method in exploring natural phenomenon including observation, hypothesis development, measurement, data collection, and evaluation of evidence;
• develop an understanding of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena;
• develop proficiency in oral discourse;
• produce coherent texts within common college level written forms;
• demonstrate the ability to revise and improve such texts;
• evaluate an oral presentation according to established criteria;
• develop well reasoned arguments; and
• develop an ability to locate, evaluate and synthesize information from a variety of sources.

EG 104 - Patient Assessment Lab

• describe the techniques of history taking;
• take a comprehensive out of hospital patient history;
• explain the pathophysiologic significance of physical exam findings;
• describe the workings of EMS communications systems;
• effectively transmit vital patient information to the physician;
• describe the importance of proper documentation;
• assimilate all information regarding a patient, and effectively document it in report form;
• develop an understanding of the scientific method in exploring natural phenomenon including observation, hypothesis development, measurement, data collection, and evaluation of evidence;
• develop an understanding of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena;
• develop proficiency in oral discourse;
• produce coherent texts within common college level written forms;
• demonstrate the ability to revise and improve such texts;
• evaluate an oral presentation according to established criteria;
• develop well reasoned arguments; and
• develop an ability to locate, evaluate and synthesize information from a variety of sources.

EG 105 - Pharmacology

• recall the various names and classifications of drugs;
• discuss considerations in drug treatment for special populations of patients;
• describe the specific anatomy and physiology pertinent to pharmacology;
• list and describe the phases of drug activity to include pharmaceutical, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic;
• describe how to safely and precisely access the venous circulation and administer medication;
• integrate pathophysiological principles of pharmacology and assessment findings, to formulate a field impression and implement a pharmacologic management plan;
• develop proficiency in arithmetic and algebraic equation calculation;
• application of scientific data in relation to the action of drugs;
• develop well reasoned arguments; and
• locate, evaluate and synthesize information from a variety of sources.

EG 106 - Pharmacology Lab

• demonstrate universal precautions and body substance isolation;
• demonstrate cannulation of peripheral and external jugular veins;
• demonstrate preparation and techniques for obtaining a blood sample;
• demonstrate intraosseous needle placement and infusion;
• demonstrate administration of oral and inhaled medications;
• demonstrate administration of medications by the gastric tube and rectal route;
• demonstrate preparation and administration of parenteral medications; and
• demonstrate proper disposal of contaminated items and sharps.

EG 107 - Respiratory and Cardiology

• identify and describe the function of the structures located in the upper and lower airway;
• identify common pathological events that effect the pulmonary system;
• discuss abnormal assessment findings associated with pulmonary diseases and conditions;
• describe pharmacological preparations paramedics use for management of respiratory diseases and conditions;
• describe the anatomy of the heart;
• identify the components of cardiac output;
• describe a systematic approach to the analysis, interpretation, and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias;
• define the principle causes and terminology associated with heart failure;
• identify the critical actions necessary in caring for the patient with cardiac arrest;
• describe most commonly used cardiac drugs in terms of therapeutic effect, dosages, routes of administration, side effects, and toxic effects;
• integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression, and implement a treatment plan for the patient with respiratory problems and cardiovascular disease;
• develop proficiency in arithmetic calculation for drug dosages;
• develop an understanding of the scientific method in exploring natural phenomenon including observation, hypothesis development, measurement, data collection, and evaluation;
• produce coherent texts within common college level written forms;
• demonstrate the ability to revise and improve such texts;
• evaluate an oral presentation according to established criteria;
• develop well reasoned arguments; and
• develop an ability to locate, evaluate and synthesize information from a variety of sources.

EG 108 - Respiratory and Cardiology Lab

• demonstrate a proper respiratory and cardiac assessment;
• correctly interpret normal and abnormal EKG’s;
• demonstrate proper cardiac monitoring;
• correctly perform the skills of defibrillation, cardioversion, pacing; and
• demonstrate proper integration of pharmacological, airway and cardiac skills in the management of patients with respiratory and cardiac emergencies according to standardized protocols.

EG 109 - Paramedic Clinical I

• identify the major organs of the body, their location and function;
• perform a history and physical examination for medical and trauma patient, assess vital signs and establish peripheral intravenous insertion and obtaining blood samples; and
• perform the airway skills of BVM, Endotracheal Intubation and LMA insertion.

EG 110 - Paramedic Clinical II

• calculate proper medication dosages and administer medications via the appropriate route utilizing appropriate aseptic techniques;
• document the patient response to medication administration along with any adverse affects;
• perform and interpret a 12 lead EKG and perform the appropriate treatment protocol; and
• communicate effectively with patients, family and staff, integrating history and physical examination findings and treatments.

EG 113 - EMT Basic

EG 114 - Advanced Emergency Medical Technology I

• advanced standing pretesting for currently certified EMT/intermediates;
• updated NYS Basic EMT standards;
• anatomy/physiology and pathophysiology of disease;
• lifespan development;
• pharmacology that meets national AEMT standards;
• advanced airway management techniques; and 
• medical emergencies.

 

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

Basic EMT

• student must demonstrate all competencies of a Certified NYS Basic EMT and pass the NYSDOH Basic EMT skills examination; and
• demonstrate CPR and Choking maneuvers and the proper use of an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and attain American Heart Association CPR credential at Healthcare Provider level.

Advanced EMT: Must perform all the competencies of a Basic EMT and all the following:

• perform peripheral vascular access demonstrating proper utilization of an angiocatheter, vacutainer, leuer adapter, saline trap, Intraosseous needle and fluid administration;
• perform advanced airway maneuvers to include but not limited to: Endotracheal Inbubation, King Airway, Combitube, LMA, Bougee and chest decompression;
• demonstrate proper application of the Magill forceps during airway management; and
• demonstrate proper techniques of medication administration for I.V. Bolus, I/O, ET, IM, SQ, Nasal, Sublingual.

EG 115 - Advanced Emergency Medical Technology II

• certification in international trauma life support (ITLS);
• management of obstetrical and pediatric emergencies;
• management of mass casualty incidents (MCI);  
• comprehensive megacode patient simulations; and 
• students must pass the NYS written and skill exams to attain the AEMT cerfification.

Basic EMT

• student must demonstrate all competencies of a Certified NYS Basic EMT and pass the NYSDOH Basic EMT skills examination.

Advanced EMT: Must perform all the competencies of a Basic EMT and those contained in EG 114 and all the following:

• perform peripheral vascular access demonstrating proper utilization of an angiocatheter, vacutainer, leuer adapter, saline trap, Intraosseous needle and fluid administration;
• perform advanced airway maneuvers to include but not limited to: Endotracheal Inbubation, King Airway, Combitube, LMA, Bougee and chest decompression;
• demonstrate proper application of the Magill forceps during airway management;
• demonstrate patient assessment skills adapted for the geriatric and special needs patients;
• demonstrate proper techniques of medication administration for I.V. Bolus, I/O, ET, IM, SQ, Nasal, Sublingual;
• demonstrate management of pediatric emergencies and attain the required pediatric credential; and
• demonstrate comprehensive management of a trauma patient and attain the International Trauma Life Support Certification.

 

Prerequisites: EG 113. At a minimum a student must be a currently certified NYS EMT.
Corequisites: EG 048, EG 051, EG 114
3.5 hours N/S

This course taken concurrently with EG 114 is 24 weeks, 3.5 hour classes meeting 3 nights per week. Course is offered in the Fall and Spring at North and South campus.

EG 116 - EMS Refresher and Update

• become knowledgeable of current pre-hospital emergency medical updates in the areas of CPR, trauma, general pharmacology, and medical emergencies;
• attain current American Heart Association, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional course completion;
• attain International Trauma Life Support recognition as an Advanced Level Provider;
• attain current American Heart Association, Pediatric Advanced Life Support course completion; and
• with the completion of this course and its respective co-requisite, recertify as a NYS EMS provider at their respective level of care as an AEMT or Paramedic.

EG 117 - Paramedic Refresher

• demonstrate competency in the current national standards for assessment and management of a broad variety of medical and trauma emergencies;
• become knowledgeable of current pre-hospital emergency medical updates in the areas of cardiac emergencies, including assessment, management and pharmacology related to those topics;
• attain current American Heart Association and Advanced Cardiac Life Support course completion; and
• with the completion of this course and its respective co-requisite, recertify as a NYS EMS provider at their respective level of care as a paramedic.

EG 200 - EMS Operations

• identify of the components of a medical incident command system;
• identify the six (6) phases of a rescue operation;
• define the awareness level activities involved with a hazardous materials incident; and
• identify proper actions to take when functioning at a crime scene.

EG 201 - Trauma

• integrate the principles of kinematics to predict the likelihood of injuries based on the patient mechanism of injury; and
• integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression, and implement a treatment plan for patients with the following traumatic injuries:
  • hemorrhage and shock;
  • soft tissue;
  • burns;
  • head and facial;
  • spinal Trauma;
  • thoracic;
  • abdominal; and
  • musculoskeletal.

EG 202 - Trauma Lab

• demonstrate the assessment and management of patients with the signs and symptoms of:
  • compensated and decompensated shock;
  • soft tissue injuries;
  • burn injuries;
  • head and facial trauma;
  • spinal trauma;
  • thoracic injuries;
  • musculoskeletal injuries;
  • demonstrate a clinical assessment to determine the proper treatment plan for patients with suspected abdominal trauma; and
  • demonstrate the proper use of the pneumatic anti shock garment in a patient suspected abdominal trauma and pelvic fracture.

EG 203 - Medical Emergencies I

• integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for patients with the following medical problems:
  • neurological;
  • endocrine;
  • allergies and anaphylaxis;
  • gastroenterologic;
  • renal or urologic;
  • toxic exposure;
  • environmentally induced medical or traumatic conditions;
  • infections and communicable diseases; and
  • integrate the pathophysiological principles of the hematopoietic system to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan.

EG 204 - Medical Emergencies II

• assess patients with medical conditions relating to gynecological, obstetrical, neonatal, pediatric and geriatric emergencies; and
• identify differences in the techniques of assessment and management of the geriatric patient.

EG 205 - Medical Emergencies II Lab

• demonstrate skills pertaining to the assessment and management of patients with gynecological, obstetrical, neonatal and pediatric emergencies; and
• demonstrate the assessment of a geriatric patient.

EG 206 - Paramedic Clinical III

• calculate proper medication dosages for the pediatric patient and administer medications via the appropriate route utilizing appropriate aseptic techniques;
• document the pediatric patient response to medication administration along with any adverse affects;
• adapt communication techniques to effectively communicate with the pediatric and geriatric patients, family and staff, integrating history and physical examination findings and treatments;
• manage all normal and abnormal obstetrical emergencies; and
• adapt patient care techniques to address the special needs of a newborn child.

EG 207 - Paramedic Hospital Clinical IV

• adapt communication techniques to effectively communicate with patients experiencing a psychiatric or behavior emergency;
• communicate appropriately with patients, family and staff, integrating history and physical examination findings and treatments;
• demonstrate approved patient restraint techniques for patients suffering from psychiatric emergencies; and
• define the medical/legal terms of unlawful imprisonment and kidnapping as it applies to restraining patients with behavior emergencies.

EG 208 - EMT Paramedic Ambulance Field Internship

• demonstrate the ability to function as a competent entry level paramedic through the integration of cognitive knowledge and psychomotor ability while exhibiting the attributes of maturity, leadership, adaptability, responsibility and respect of oneself and others.

ES 138 - Engineering Concepts

• state the differences between technical team members: technician, technologist, and engineer;
• explain some of the history of engineering;
• choose a specific field of engineering that they will pursue;
• specify which university they plan on transferring to upon graduation from SUNY Erie; and
• perform approximate math computations without the use of a calculator.

ES 139 - Computer Skills for Engineers

• use the computer to communicate with other people and other computers;
• solve math-related problems, data analysis and graphing on the computer; and
• write project reports using the computer.

ES 177 - Introduction to 3D Modeling Using Creo Parametric

• create, modify, and document part assemblies using Creo Parametric software; and
• create documentation using engineering drawings.

ES 178 - Civil Engineering CAD

• describe the AutoCAD Civil 3D working environment;
• create and edit points, surfaces, label, sites and parcels.  
• create and edit tables, surface profiles, profile views and layout profiles;
• create assemblies, corridor models and corridor surfaces;
• create grading surfaces and calculate volumes.
• create piping networks; and
• create production plans.

ES 181 - Engineering Materials

• apply the concepts related to atomic structures;
  • understand atomic binding, binding energy and inter-atomic spacing;
  • use the concept of unit cells to determine lattice parameters of crystal structures;
  • determine and draw points, direction and planes in a unit cell;
  • understand interstitial sites, crystal structures of ionic materials and covalent structures;
  • understand diffraction technique for crystal structure analysis; and
  • understand point defects, dislocations and its influence on material properties.
• apply the concepts related to atom and ion movements in materials;
  • understand atomic diffusion, activation energy, rate of diffusion (Fick’s First Law), and factors affecting diffusion.
• apply the basics of the various materials testing methods and mechanical properties;
  • know the principle of tensile testing, bend test, fatigue testing, creep testing, hardness testing;
  • understand the basic concept of fracture mechanics; and
  • compute engineering and true stress and strain.
• apply the concepts of strain hardening and annealing;
  • understand strain hardening mechanisms, cold working;
  • understand the stages of annealing, and control of annealing; and
  • understand hot working.
• apply the Principles of Solidification; and
  • understand nucleation, growth mechanisms, solidification time and dendrite formations; and
  • understand cooling curves, solidification defects, directional solidification and casting.
• apply the concepts of Solid Solutions and Phase Equilibrium.
  • interpret phase diagrams; and
  • understand solubility and solid solutions, Solid-solution strengthening, dispersion strengthening.

ES 200 - Electrical Networks

• analyze basic concepts and circuit laws;
  • determine electric charge, power and energy in basic circuit elements;
  • apply Kirchoff’s Voltage and Current Laws;
  • determine equivalent resistance, capacitance, inductance of series and parallel configurations, Wye-Delta transformation;
  • use nodal and mesh analysis;
  • use source transformation;
  • apply Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorem; and
  • utilize computer to analyze circuits.
• analyze Op Amp circuits;
  • analyze Op Amp circuit in different configurations - inverting, non-inverting, summing, difference, integrating, differentiating, and cascading.
• analyze first-order RC and RL circuits;
  • analyze source-free and step response of RC and RL circuits;
  • understand and utilize singularity functions; and
  • utilize computer to analyze circuits.
• analyze second-order RLC; and
  • analyze source-free and step response of RLC circuits;
  • understand general second order circuits; and
  • utilize computer to analysis circuits.
• analyze basic AC circuits using phasors and sinusoids.
  • apply phasor concept to circuit analysis;
  • understand and apply the concepts of impedance and admittance; and
  • apply Kirchoff’s Law in the frequency domain.
• analyze passive filter circuits using phasors, sinusoids and Bode plots.
  • apply phasor concepts to passive filter circuits;
  • understand and apply the concept of transfer functions; and
  • generate Bode plots of frequency response.

ES 204 - Thermodynamics

• determine properties of real substances, such as steam and refrigerant 134-a, and ideal gases from either tabular data or equations of state;
  • use absolute, gage, and vacuum pressures correctly;
  • calculate gage and vacuum pressures using the manometer equation;
  • use absolute and Celsius temperatures correctly;
  • determine property data using the steam and R-134a tables;
  • sketch P-v, T-v, and P-T plots for steam, R-134a, and ideal gases;
  • locate data states on P-v, T-v, and P-T plots for steam, R-134a, and ideal gases;
  • determine the condition of a data state as a compressed, saturated, or superheated state and determine the thermodynamic properties at that state by using property tables;
  • demonstrate the use of quality in finding properties of two-phase substances;
  • apply the concept of the generalized compressibility factor to demonstrate when the ideal gas equation may be used to determine the state of a gas;
  • apply the ideal gas equation to solve problems involving pressure, temperature, and volume of ideal gases;
  • determine changes in internal energy and enthalpy for ideal gases; and
  • determine mass flow rate from its definition and relation to volume flow rate.
• analyze processes involving ideal gases and real substances as working fluids in both closed systems and open systems or control volumes to determine process diagrams, apply the first law of thermodynamics to perform energy balances, and determine heat and work transfers;
  • determine the pressure-volume relation for processes and plot the processes on P-v and diagrams;
  • calculate the boundary work for a variety of processes for closed systems;
  • apply the first law to closed systems containing ideal gases, steam, or R-134a to determine heat transfer, work, or property changes during processes; and
  • apply the first law to steady-flow open systems containing ideal gases, steam, and refrigerant-134a to determine heat transfer, work, and property changes during processes.
• analyze systems and control volumes through the application of the second law; and
  • determine the efficiency of heat engines and compare with the Carnot heat engine efficiency;
  • determine the coefficient of performance of refrigerators and heat pumps and compare with refrigerators and heat pumps operating on the reversed Carnot cycle;
  • determine entropy changes for both ideal gases and real substances;
  • determine the properties of a working fluid at the end of an isentropic process;
  • plot processes on both P-v and T-s diagrams; and
  • apply both the first and second laws to determine heat transfer, work, and property changes during processes occurring in both closed and open systems.
• analyze systems through the application of the concepts of energy.

ES 205 - Signals and Systems

• determine the system response for linear systems;
• utilize Laplace transform to analyze continuous-time systems;               
• utilize Fourier series and transform to analyze periodic and aperiodic signals;
• utilize the sampling theorem between continuous-time and discrete-time signals;
• utilize z transform to analyze discrete-time systems; and
• utilize Matlab to analyze basic signals and systems.

ES 207 - Statics

• apply the equations of equilibrium;
  • use vectors and solve equations of equilibrium for forces and moments in two and three dimensions; and
  • draw free-body-diagrams.
• represent Systems by Equivalent System of Forces and Moments;
• analyze objects in equilibrium;
  • identify statically indeterminate objects; and
  • identify two force and three force members.
• analyze trusses;
  • use Method of Joints and Method of Sections to analyze trusses;
  • analyze space trusses; and
  • analyze frames and machines.
• determine centroids and centers of mass;
  • determine the centroid of lines, area, and volume;
  • determine center of mass of objects and composite objects; and
  • determine force and moment due to distributed loading.
• determine Moments of Inertia;
  • utilize Parallel-Axis Theorem;
  • calculate moment of inertia about rotated axes;
  • determine principal axes; and
  • draw and interpret Mohr’s circle.
• know the effects of friction;
  • calculate the effects of friction on Wedges, Threads, Journal Bearings, Thrust Bearings and Clutches;
  • apply momentum principles to a system of particles;
  • understand and apply the concepts of angular momentum;
  • apply the equations of motion to determine the unknown forces and couples acting on the object; and
  • determine the moment of inertia about any line using the parallel axis theorem.
• compute Internal Forces and Moment in Beams; and
  • understand the different types of supports;
  • determine shear and moment along the beam with concentrated and distributed loading;
  • calculate the shape, length and tension in a cable under distributed loading; and
  • calculate the center of pressure and pressure in a stationary liquid
• apply the principles of virtual work to structures.

ES 208 - Dynamics

• apply and solve the equations of motion of a point for straight line motion, curvilinear motion and relative motion;
• apply Newton’s Second Law to determine the acceleration of an object in Cartesian and polar coordinates;
  • draw free-body diagrams; and
  • understand inertial reference frames.
• apply Energy Methods
  • use the Principle of Work and Energy;
  • determine kinetic energy, potential energy, work and power;
  • determine work done by particular forces;
  • understand conservative and non-conservative forces; and
  • understand the concepts of energy and energy conservation.
• apply Momentum Methods;
  • understand linear momentum;
  • understand the principle of impulse and momentum;
  • determine the change in object’s velocity when external forces are known as functions of time;
  • analyze impacts between objects; and
  • evaluate forces exerted by continuous flows of mass.
• apply Planar Kinematics of Rigid Bodies;
  • understand the concept of rigid body;
  • understand translation and rotation motion of objects about fixed axis;
  • understand the general motions - relative velocity, angular velocity and acceleration of rigid bodies;
  • determine instantaneous centers;
  • determine motion of sliding contacts; and
  • determine motion of objects under moving reference frames.
• planar Dynamics of Rigid Bodies;
  • apply planar equations of angular motion considering forces and couples;
  • apply momentum principles to a system of particles;
  • understand and apply the concepts of angular momentum;
  • apply the equations of motion to determine the unknown forces and couples acting on the object; and
  • determine the moment of inertia about any line using the parallel axis theorem.
• explain the three-dimensional motion of a rigid body; and
  • understand the equations of motion and how they are used to analyze simple motions.
• apply knowledge to basic design projects and its analysis using computers.

ES 209 - Mechanics of Materials

• determine tensile and compressive stress and strain in axially loaded members and structures;
  • draw free body diagrams;
  • understand stress-strain diagrams and related terminology;
  • understand and use formulas to compute forces, normal stress and strain, and shear stress and strain. Calculate stress, strain;
  • analyze thermal effects on stress and strain; and
  • analyze indeterminate structures using compatibility conditions.
• analyze members subjected to torsion;
  • determine torsional deformation in a circular bar;
  • calculate power transmission; and
  • calculate strain energy in torsion and pure shear.
• analyze shear force and bending moments in beams;
  • determine reactions at supports and shear force and moment along beam;
  • graph shear force and moment diagrams;
  • determine the curvature of a beam, neutral axis and moment of inertia; and
  • calculate normal stress and shear stress in beams subjected to bending moment.
• analyze stress and strain;
  • compute principal stresses, maximum shear stresses; and
  • draw and interpret Mohr’s circle for plane stress and strain.
• calculate stresses in spherical and cylindrical pressure vessels;
• determine the deflection of a beam under concentrated loads and distributed loads; and
  • obtain beam deflection by integration of the bending-moment equation;
  • obtain beam deflection by integration of the shear-force and load equations; and
  • obtain beam deflection by method of superposition, moment-area method and the application of Castigliano’s Theorem.
• determine the critical bucking loads for columns under various types of supports.

ES 230 - Engineering Problem Solving Using MATLAB

• apply the basics concepts of MATLAB programming;
• write and test algorithms to solve engineering problems;
• interpret and debug algorithms;
• construct 2D and 3D plots using MATLAB;
• write algorithms to numerically differentiate and integrate functions, and solve basic first order differential equations; and
• develop mathematical models to describe engineering systems and write algorithms to solve accordingly.

EN 011 - College Reading and Study Skills II

• demonstrate reading efficiency utilizing strategies to maintain adequate comprehension on tenth grade level expository prose;
• identify topic, main idea, details, organizational patterns and transition devices in paragraphs and articles written at tenth grade level;
• recognize common affixes and roots as an aid to increase vocabulary;
• use context clues to find or infer word meanings in sentences and paragraphs;
• use dictionary to discover or confirm the pronunciation, spelling and meaning of words;
• combine listening strategies and notetaking skills to take complete and useable lecture notes;
• apply SQRRR or another study system to a textbook chapter written at least at tenth grade level;
• demonstrate ability to adjust reading rate to purpose and nature of material in order to maintain appropriate comprehension;
• describe test management strategies that are appropriate before, during, and after test sessions; and
• in order to exit developmental reading, the student will be able to meet stated objectives on material at a minimum tenth grade reading level.

EN 022 - Improving College Reading & Writing

• demonstrate reading efficiency utilizing strategies to maintain adequate comprehension on and above tenth grade level expository prose;
• identify topic, main thought, details, organizational patterns and transition devices in paragraphs and articles;
• recognize common affixes and roots as an aid to increase vocabulary;
• combine listening strategies and note taking skills for creating effective and useful notes;
• apply SQ3R or another study system to a textbook chapter;
• demonstrate the ability to adjust reading rate to suit the purpose and nature of material for effective comprehension;
• write an expository essay with a thesis statement in the first paragraph, further developed in the body paragraphs, and concluded in the final paragraph;
• select, evaluate, and organize data for presentation in coherent and focused essays;
• organize specific details according to explicit logical or rhetorical principles;
• write paragraphs/essays in which the style, tone, complexity of expression, necessary background knowledge, assumptions, and diction are determined with conscious reference to the intended audience;
• write syntactically complete sentences;
• use sentence-internal punctuation correctly to promote the movement of thought in the paragraph/essay;
• maintain consistent point of view throughout the essay; and
• edit and proofread precisely.

EN 030 - Reading/Writing I

• comprehend culturally relevant 6th grade narrative or expository English prose;
• write a paragraph in English of at least 100 words in length in 75 minutes. The paragraph should be written in a recognizable rhetorical form and contain the following:
  • an appropriate topic sentence;
  • appropriate transitional devices;
  • comprehensible, complete sentences;
  • an organized grouping of ideas;
  • supporting details or examples for each general statement (except for dialog and narrative writing);
  • an ending appropriate for the particular rhetorical mode; and
  • no more than eight technical errors in areas such as grammar, spelling, word usage and punctuation.
• look up words and phrases correctly in a bilingual dictionary;
• use library resources;
• understand basic grammar terms;
• question an English speaker about words or phrases which were not understood;
• guess the meanings of unfamiliar words and phrases from context clues;
• notice some basic differences and similarities between English and the student’s native language; and
• self edit his/her writing.

EN 031 - Reading/Writing I

• comprehend 8th grade level expository English texts;
• write an essay in English of at least 175 words in 75 minutes.
• look up words and phrases correctly in a bilingual dictionary or an ESL phrase dictionary;
• use library and internet resources;
• understand basic grammar terms;
• question an English speaker about words or phrases which were not understood;
• guess the meanings of unfamiliar words and phrases from context clues;
• notice basic differences and similarities between English and the student’s native language; and
• self-edit his/her writing.

EN 040 - Oral/Aural I

• understand modified standard American conversational English with 90% accuracy in comprehension. Modified is defined as follows:
  • spoken very slowly (approximately 100 words per minute) and clearly;
  • containing only about the 2,500 most common words of the language;
  • spoken with only the occasional use of idioms or figurative language; and
  • spoken with more instances of repetition and paraphrase than would normally occur in spoken English.
• speak English using at least the 2,000 most common words in the language with a fluency approaching 100 words per minute and a rate of comprehensibility of at least 90%;
• question an English speaker about words or phrases which were not understood;
• guess the meanings of unfamiliar English words and phrases from context clues;
• listen to spoken English with an ear not only to meaning, but also grammar, usage, and pronunciation;
• undo bad speaking and listening habits in English;
• know how to correctly use a variety of English phrases in both every day and academic situations such as questioning a professor, participating in class discussions, making friends with other students, etc.;
• be aware of some basic differences and similarities between the grammar and pronunciation of English, and the grammar and pronunciation of his/her native language; and
• use a computer to access English language learning materials for self study and practice.

EN 041 - Listening/Speaking I

• understand standard American conversational English consisting of the 2,000 most common words of the language;
• speak English with a fluency approaching 135 words per minute using the 2,000 most common words of the language with a rate of comprehensibility of at least 90%;
• question an English speaker about words or phrases which were not understood;
• guess the meanings of unfamiliar English words and phrases from context clues;
• decode spoken English reduced forms such as /ju/ = did you;
• listen to spoken English with an ear not only to meaning, but also grammar, usage, and pronunciation;
• be aware of some basic differences between American non-verbal communication (includes body language) and the non-verbal language of his/her native culture;
• improve his/her ineffective speaking and listening habits in English;
• present information effectively in English to a small group of people;
• use socially appropriate phrases in academic and everyday situations such as questioning a professor, dealing with bureaucrats, participating in class discussions, making friends with other students, etc.;
• be aware of some basic differences and similarities between the grammar and pronunciation of English, and the grammar and pronunciation of the student’s native language; and
• use a computer to access self-study materials in order to practice his/her English speaking and listening skills.

EN 052 - Preparation for College Reading and Writing (ALP)

• organize an essay of at least 500 words and at least five paragraphs with an introduction and thesis, well-developed body paragraphs with supporting points, and a conclusion which demonstrates an understanding of the writing process;
• produce acceptable grammar and mechanics in a paper;
• rewrite an essay, which shows revision of content and/or organization applying peer review and instructor comments;
• demonstrate reading efficiency and apply appropriate reading strategies to develop multiple levels of comprehension of academic texts, including literal, inferential, and critical comprehension;
• identify topic, main thought, details, organizational patterns, rhetorical structures, and transition devices in paragraphs and articles;
• combine listening strategies and note taking skills to take complete and usable notes;
• interpret and discuss reading material and understand guidelines for assignments in the EN 110 or EN 100 co-requisite; and
• develop, revise, edit, and proofread essays for the EN 110 or EN 100 co-requisite.

EN 100 - Composition I: Rhetorical Strategies

1. demonstrate through written work, familiarity with the writing process and the form and structure of the essay;

2. demonstrate the ability to write clear, fluent and grammatical prose;

3. edit and revise drafted work effectively;

4. define and identify the following rhetorical modes: narrative, description, definition, exemplification, cause and effect, comparison/contrast, analysis, and argumentation; 

5. write coherent, unified essays of significant length demonstrating skillful and appropriate use of rhetorical modes;

6. demonstrate the ability to write prose appropriate for the student’s chosen career;

7. demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, the ability to analyze and utilize at least three differing cultural perspectives;

8. demonstrate the ability to write about literary works;

9. demonstrate the ability to find and evaluate research sources;

10. demonstrate the ability to make an oral argument including researched information; and

11. evaluate an oral presentation according to standard practice and guidelines.

EN 101 - Composition for the Humanities

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: Basic Communication and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• produce coherent academic texts of substantial length based on critical and analytical study of materials in the humanities;
• demonstrate the ability to revise and improve such texts;
• compose arguments that display an accurate understanding of a topic, awareness of audience, logical analysis of the issue and sufficient and valid supporting evidence;
• utilize efficient and effective research methods, evaluate sources for accuracy, and integrate them appropriately into a text employing MLA format;
• demonstrate proficiency in oral discourse, through both formal presentation and informal discussion, appropriate to the field of humanities;
• evaluate an oral presentation according to established criteria; and
• demonstrate an understanding of the ethical implications and responsibilities of public discourse.

EN 102 - Composition for the STEM Disciplines

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: Basic Communication and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• produce coherent texts of substantial length appropriate for the student’s chosen career or major based on critical and analytical study of materials in the STEM fields;
• demonstrate the ability to revise and improve such texts;
• compose arguments that display accurate understanding of a topic, awareness of audience, logical analysis of the issue and sufficient and valid supporting evidence;
• utilize efficient and effective research methods, evaluate sources for accuracy, and integrate them appropriately into a text employing APA format;
• demonstrate proficiency in oral discourse, through both formal presentation and informal discussion, appropriate to the STEM fields;
• evaluate an oral presentation according to established criteria; and
• demonstrate an understanding of the ethical implications and responsibilities of public discourse.

EN 110 - College Composition

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Basic Communication.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• construct a formal essay of 500 words or more that shows unity and coherence and exhibits logical development of a discernible thesis;
• edit and revise drafted work effectively;
• employ a writing process that successfully generates ideas and plans for their deployment;
• write accurately and intelligibly about reading;
• prepare a research essay using material from at least five valid sources, and demonstrating an ability to follow conventional manuscript form and to use an accepted documentation style (MLA or APA);
• demonstrate competence in argumentation;
• demonstrate ability to use numerous rhetorical strategies such as narrative, description, definition, exemplification, cause and effect analysis, and comparison/contrast, as demanded by an essay’s aims;
• demonstrate college-level competence in conventions of grammar and punctuation; and
• demonstrate competence in oral communication.

EN 111 - Composition and Interpretation of Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• recognize and utilize the major elements of a short story: style, character, setting, point of view, plot, structure, and theme;
• demonstrate, in oral discussion and in writing, an awareness of various poetic structures including stanzaic structures, types of rhyme, types of meter, and grammatical structures employed in poetry;
• utilize poetic forms effectively;
• demonstrate, orally and in writing, critical skills and appreciation for superior creative writing; and
• demonstrate, through journal writing, readings, and discussion, the development of a beginning understanding of aesthetics.

EN 112 - Literary Theory & Composition

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• identify basic elements of all three genres of fiction;
• demonstrate knowledge of major literary theories and how to accurately apply them, through essays and class discussion;
• apply literary theories to specific works of literature, using critical thinking skills with logical analysis and the avoidance of common fallacies;
• locate valid scholarly sources for literary research, and synthesize the material into a coherent argument in the form of an essay; and
• produce a scholarly argument that contains valid research.

EN 114 - Public Speaking

• present coherent and organized public speeches;
• demonstrate critical listening and analysis skills;
• design a message for a specific audience;
• understand and apply the basic rhetorical canons;
• demonstrate understanding of the ethics of speaking and listening; and
• demonstrate understanding of the role of public discourse in a democratic society.

EN 132 - Reading/Writing II

• read college-level narrative or expository English prose until 90% comprehension is achieved;
• practice writing expository and narrative compositions of at least 250 words based on rhetorical models;
• look up words and phrases correctly in a bilingual or an English/English dictionary;
• produce a short research paper using internet and library resources;
• self edit his/her writing;
• read, write and discuss topics of American culture to allow the student to participate successfully in beginning mainstream courses at ECC; articulate basic differences between his/her native culture and mainstream American culture;
• use a computer for elementary word processing operations;
• interpret a brief literary text; and
• articulate the basic differences between the student’s native language and Standard American English.

EN 137 - Intensive English Grammar for ESL

• demonstrate ability to apply descriptive grammar rules to writing and speaking projects in English;
• demonstrate improved ability to write and speak more effectively with fewer grammar errors in English;
• demonstrate awareness of individual grammar errors; and
• demonstrate strategies to reduce grammar errors.

EN 140 - Creative Writing I

Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• recognize and utilize the major elements of a short story: style, character, setting, point of view, plot, structure, and theme;
• demonstrate, in oral discussion and in writing, an awareness of various poetic structures including stanzaic structures, types of rhyme, types of meter, and grammatical structures employed in poetry;
• utilize poetic forms effectively;
• demonstrate, orally and in writing, critical skills and appreciation for superior creative writing; and
• demonstrate, through journal writing, readings, and discussion, the development of a beginning understanding of aesthetics.

EN 141 - Creative Writing II

Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• recognize and utilize the major elements of a short story: style, character, setting, point of view, plot, structure, and theme;
• recognize, explicate, and utilize contemporary versions of traditional poetic forms such as the sonnet, the villanelle, the sestina, and the pantoum;
• recognize and utilize the elements of drama: materials of dramatic production, conventions of theater, and practical writing techniques;
• demonstrate the ability to produce, critique and revise texts in these genres; and
• prepare for publication, including researching potential publishers, communicating with editors, and the preparation of final manuscripts.

EN 142 - Listening/Speaking II

• have knowledge of the distinctive features of culture(s) associated with the language they are studying;
• research a topic, develop an argument, and organize supporting details;
• develop proficiency in oral discourse;
• evaluate an oral presentation according to established criteria; identify, analyze, and evaluate arguments as they occur in their own or other’s work; develop well-reasoned arguments;
• perform the basic operations of personal computer use;
• understand and use basic research techniques;
• locate, evaluate and synthesize information from a variety of sources;
• question an English speaker about words or phrases which were not understood;
• guess the meanings of unfamiliar English words and phrases from context clues;
• decode spoken English reduced forms (e.g. “chee” = “did she”);
• use and understand different levels of diction in English;
• take comprehensible notes at a college-level lecture of an introductory course taught in English;
• participate effectively in English in small group discussions or meetings;
• present information in English to a group of people;
• listen to spoken English with an ear not only to meaning, but also grammar, usage, and pronunciation;
• understand American nonverbal communication;
• communicate in English in a manner appropriate to mainstream American culture;
• use presentation software; and
• articulate the basic cultural and linguistic differences between his/her native country and the United States

EN 147 - Accent Reduction for ESL

• demonstrate awareness of individual pronunciation errors through an analysis of an audio recording;
• recognize pronunciation errors through listening discrimination activities;
• demonstrate strategies to reduce pronunciation errors though audio recording;
• develop native-like stress and intonation; and
• improve articulation and vocal quality.

EN 150 - Journalism I

• write leads and stories in inverted pyramid structure;
• prepare copy using correct format and copy symbols;
• produce news stories using acceptable grammar and mechanics;
• write a feature news story;
• write a news story from an interview; and
• apply legal safeguards and responsibilities to journalism.

 

F/S (C, N, S)

EN 151 - Journalism II

• continue to develop news writing skills started in EN 150;
• write straight and feature news articles in a variety of styles;
• produce news stories using acceptable grammar and mechanics;
• continue to develop interview techniques and write news stories from these interviews; and
• apply legal safeguards and responsibilities to journalism.

EN 160 - Publications Practicum I

• produce written work suitable for publication in a student publication;
• write both objective (hard news) and subjective (editorials, reviews, human interest) pieces for publication;
• show evidence of self editing skills;
• write articles aimed at a definitive audience; and
• show evidence of research in all written work.

EN 161 - Publications Practicum II

• produce written work suitable for publication in a student publication;
• write both objective (hard news) and subjective (editorials, reviews, human interest) pieces for publication;
• show evidence of self editing skills;
• write articles aimed at a definitive audience; and
• show evidence of research in all written work.

EN 162 - Publications Practicum III

• produce written work suitable for publication in a student publication;
• write both objective (hard news) and subjective (editorials, reviews, human interest) pieces for publication;
• show evidence of self editing skills;
• write articles aimed at a definitive audience; and
• show evidence of research in all written work.

EN 163 - Publications Practicum IV

• produce written work suitable for publication in a student publication;
• write both objective (hard news) and subjective (editorials, reviews, human interest) pieces for publication;
• show evidence of self editing skills;
• write articles aimed at a definitive audience; and
• show evidence of research in all written work.

EN 200 - Foundation of Literacy Instruction

• understand the key terms and concepts of literacy research;
• demonstrate the major strategies of the current knowledge base in literacy pedagogy;
• demonstrate an understanding of the elements of the language, reading, and writing process, along with comprehension, fluency, word recognition, decoding, vocabulary, and spelling;
• design activities and lesson plans to teach literacy;
• apply various methods of assessment in reading and writing;
• utilize and integrate current technological tools to enhance learning to read and write in an ever-changing world;
• understand the special needs of today’s learners; and
• demonstrate an understanding of the New York State Learning Standards.

EN 201 - Writing for Graphic Publications

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: Basic Communication and Humanities

Course Outcomes
At the completion of the course, the student should be able to:

• apply accurate punctuation and utilize specific grammar rules on copy for variety of publications including brochures, newsletters, advertisements, posters, forms, packaging and magazines;
• create communication strategies for each of the publication types: brochures, newsletters, advertisements, posters, forms, packaging and magazines;
• read and assess publication copy for accurate grammar and punctuation usage;
• apply both MAC for graphic programs and PC computers for proofreading, copywriting and grammar applications;
• research topic in LRC for individual tasks and team ad campaign;
• differentiate between and select appropriate language for compression techniques, figurative expressions, accurate syntax and accurate diction;
• create an ad campaign as part of a peer team, including paper mechanics, aesthetics, design; and
• analyze and create a market evaluation of similar products to relate to efficacy of “created product.”

EN 210 - American Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

 

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate familiarity with American literature written before the Civil War, including important dates, works, and authors;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to critically assess a work of pre-Civil War American literature in relation to its historical, philosophical, and cultural context, including the influence of other national literatures and philosophies;
• identify genres, subjects, archetypes, patterns, and themes characteristic of pre-Civil War American literature in general and specific American authors during the period;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of pre-1865 American literature in general and specific American authors during the period, including tone, conflict, character, and figurative language; and
• demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, an ability to analyze a work of pre-Civil War American literature through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 211 - American Literature II

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate familiarity with American literature written after the Civil War, including important dates, works and authors;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to critically assess a work of post-Civil War American literature in relation to its historical, philosophical, and cultural context, including the influence of other national literatures and philosophies;
• identify genres, subjects, archetypes, patterns, and themes characteristic of post-Civil War American literature in general and specific American authors during the period;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of post-Civil War American literature in general and specific American authors during the period, including tone, conflict, character, and figurative language; and
• demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, an ability to analyze a work of post-Civil War American literature through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 214 - Public Speaking II: Debate and Occupational Speaking

• present coherent and organized professional presentations;
• design a message for a specific audience;
• construct a logical and well-supported argument;
• demonstrate critical listening and analysis skills;
• understand the rules and strategies of several types of debate;
• demonstrate understanding of the role of public discourse in a democratic society; and
• function as a member of a team in a public context.

EN 215 - African American Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities 

• demonstrate familiarity with the periods and movements in African American literature, including African traditions, abolitionist writings during the Antebellum, with an emphasis on the slave narrative, Reconstruction, and the Nadir up to the Harlem Renaissance, including dates, works and authors;
• demonstrate an ability through class discussion and written work to critically assess the Black Aesthetic, primarily through literature and related arts: music, dance, and art;
• identify genres, subjects, patterns and themes characteristic of the Black experience in Africa, the Caribbean, and America;
• Identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of African American literature;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze the assigned texts through the conventions and methods of the humanities; and
• demontrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the value of diversity and individual difference in an environment where individuals of different cultures, intellectual positions, and lifestyles can reach their full potential throuh the promotion of mutual respect and cross-cultural understanding.

EN 216 - African American Literature II

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate familiarity with the periods and movements in African American literature, including the Harlem Renaissance, Realism, Naturalism, Modernism and Post-Modernism, including dates, works and authors;
• demonstrate an ability through class discussion and written work to critically assess the Black Aesthetic, primarily through literature and related arts: music, dance, and art;
• identify genres, subjects, patterns and themes characteristic of the Black experience in Africa, the Caribbean and America;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of African American literature;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze the assigned texts through the conventions and methods of the humanities; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the value of diversity and individual difference in an environment where individuals of different cultures, intellectual positions and  lifestyles can reach their full potential through the promotion of mutual respect and cross-cultural understanding.

EN 220 - British Literature I

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate familiarity with a chronology of British Literature before 1800, including important dates, works and authors;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to critically assess a literary work in relation to its historical, philosophical and cultural context;
• identify subjects, archetypes, patterns and themes characteristic of specific periods and movements such as Old English, Middle English, Elizabethan and Seventeenth Century Renaissance, Restoration, Eighteenth Century/Augustan, and Early Romantic;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of specific periods and movements such as Old English, Middle English, Elizabethan and Seventeenth Century Renaissance, Restoration, Eighteenth Century/Augustan, and Early Romantic; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a literary work in the specified movements or periods through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 221 - British Literature II

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate familiarity with a chronology of British Literature before 1800, including important dates, works, and authors;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to critically assess a literary work in relation to its historical, philosophical and cultural context;
• identify subjects, archetypes, patterns, and themes characteristic of specific periods and movements such as the Romantic Period, the Victorian Age, the Twentieth Century and Postcolonial Period, the Twenty-first Century;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of specific periods and movements such as the Romantic Period, the Victorian Age, the Twentieth Century and Postcolonial Period, the Twenty-first Century; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a literary work in the specified movements or periods through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 225 - Shakespeare

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate, thorugh written work and class discussion, the ability to analyze themes, genres, and topics common to William Shakespeare through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the artistic processes and stylistic devices common to William Shakespeare, including both the conventions of Elizabethan drama and the relevant poetic conventions/techniques;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the impact of the biographical, historical, philosophical, and cultural context upon the writings of William Shakeseare; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the importance and influence of Shakespeare’s works to the humanities.

EN 230 - World Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to critically assess selected texts from a variety of historical periods and global regions in relation to historical, cultural, philosophical, and literary contexts;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an understanding of the importance of selected texts from a variety of historical periods and global regions to diversity in the humanities;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to examine the ways in which literary techniques such as allusions (historical, political, etc.) and figures of speech are employed in selected texts from a variety of historical periods and global regions; and
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an understanding of the value of diversity and individual difference in an environment where individuals of different cultures, intellectual positions, and lifestyles can reach their full potential through the promotion of mutual respect and cross-cultural understanding.

EN 235 - U.S. Latino Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to critically assess Latino literary works in relation to historical, cultural, philosophical, and literary contexts;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an understanding of the contribution of Latino literature to diversity in the humanities;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to examine the ways in which literary techniques such as allusions (historical, political, etc.) and figures of speech are employed in Latino literature;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an understanding of the value of diversity and individual difference in an environment where individuals of different cultures, intellectual positions and lifestyles can reach their full potential through the promotion of mutual respect and cross-cultural understanding; and
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to state the differences and similarities between Latino literature of various groups such as Puerto Ricans, Cubans, and Dominicans within and outside of the U.S.

EN 236 - Images of Women in Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to critically assess works by women in relation to historical, cultural, philosophical, and literary contexts, emphasizing the rediscovery and study of works by women that have been overlooked or devalued;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an understanding of the importance of women’s contribution to diversity in the humanities and the evolution of female personae;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to examine the ways in which literary techniques such as allusions (historical, political, etc.) and figures of speech are employed in works by women; and
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an understanding of the value of diversity and individual difference in an environment where individuals of different cultures, intellectual positions and lifestyles can reach their full potential through the promotion of mutual respect and cross-cultural understanding.

EN 240 - Studies in Short Fiction

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to the genre of short fiction;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge of the historical evolution of the techniques and themes of short fiction;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a piece of short fiction through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a comprehension of the interrelatedness of content and form in a given piece of short fiction, particularly an understanding of the differences between a short story and other forms of prose fiction (novella, novel);
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the major artistic techniques employed in the genre of short fiction; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, the ability to form educated arguments about quality in fiction.

EN 245 - Present-Day Short Fiction

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate familiarity with a rudimentary chronology of present day short fiction, including important dates, works, and authors;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to critically assess a work of short fiction in relation to its historical, philosophical, and cultural context;
• identify genres, subjects, archetypes, patterns, and themes characteristic of present-day short fiction;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of present-day short fiction, including both traditional and innovate/experimental forms; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a work of short fiction through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 249 - Studies in the Novel

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• use and define terminology relevant to the genre of the novel;
• demonstrate knowledge of the historical evolution of the techniques and themes of the novel;
• analyze a novel through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• comprehend the interrelatedness of content and form in a novel, particularly an understanding of the differences between a novel and other forms of prose fiction (novella, short story);
• demonstrate an understanding of the major artistic techniques employed in the novel; and
• formulate educated arguments about quality in the genre.

EN 250 - American Novel 1900 to the Present

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate familiarity with a rudimentary chronology of the American novel after 1900, including important dates, works, and authors;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to critically assess the post 1900 American novel in relation to its historical, philosophical, and cultural context;
• identify genres, subjects, archetypes, patterns, and themes characteristic of post 1900 American novels;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of post 1900 American novels; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze the post 1900 American novel through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 260 - Studies in Poetry

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to the genre of poetry;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge of the historical evolution of the techniques and themes of poetry;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a poem through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, and understanding of a variety of poetic forms and the interrelatedness of content and form in a given poetic work;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the major literary techniques employed in poetry;
• demonstrate, through written scansion and/or written analysis, an understanding of basic prosody; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, the ability to form educated arguments about quality in the genre.

EN 265 - Modern and Contemporary Poetry

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate familiarity with a rudimentary chronology of modern and contemporary poetry, including important dates, works, and authors;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to critically assess a poem in relation to its historical, philosophical, and cultural context;
• identify genres, subjects, archetypes, patterns, and themes characteristic of modern and contemporary poetry;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of modern and contemporary poetry; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a poem through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 270 - Studies in Drama

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to the genre of drama;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge of the historical evolution of the techniques and themes of drama;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a drama through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a comprehension of the interrelatedness of content and form in a given dramatic work;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the major artistic techniques employed in drama; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, the ability to form educated arguments about quality in the genre.

EN 275 - Culture in the Community

• demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, an understanding of Western New York’s relationship to the specific literary and cultural topic;
• demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, a knowledge of the uses and types of discourse, literary and artistic foundations appropriate to the specific topic; and
• write a research paper utilizing and analyzing primary and secondary sources concerning the specific topic. Student should demonstrate the ability to make critical judgments about literature, art and historical data and integrate the data with current research. This may include data gathered during field trips.

EN 276 - Foundations of Literary Art

• identify basic elements of major literary periods;
• compare and contrast periods and discuss the historical and cultural significance through essays and class discussion;
• apply literary theories to specific works of literature, using critical thinking skills and logical analysis;
• locate valid scholarly sources for literary research, and synthesize the material into a coherent argument in the form of an essay and oral and visual presentation; and
• produce a scholarly argument that contains valid research.

EN 277 - Graphic Novel and Sequential Art

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to sequential art;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge of the historical evolution of the techniques and themes of sequential art/graphic novel;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a graphic novel or other work of sequential art through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a comprehension of the interrelatedness of content and form in a work of sequential art;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the stylistic devices both textual and graphic employed in a graphic novel;
• demonstrate, through written work and the creation of art, an awareness and understanding of the formal elements and design principles; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the global evolution of the genre, in particular, the American (comics), French (bandes dessinees) and Japanese (manga) styles of sequential art.

EN 280 - Literature and Film

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between film (media) and literature;
• demonstrate a knowledge of film and literary terms;
• analyze the use of genre in both media;
• demonstrate a knowledge of the techniques of film, and the unique challenges of adapting a literary work into a different media;
• present, preferably in both written and oral form, at least one significant paper that offers an in-depth comparison of works in the two media.  This may be a research project; and
• demonstrate an appreciation of the roles of creative endeavors such as film in enriching the human condition.

EN 285 - Introduction to Film

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to cinema;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge and critical sensitivity to the evolution of the techniques (from Turner/Lumiere to Pixar and digital production), themes and historical contexts of respective films and the film industry;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze film through the conventions and methods of the humanities.  This includes analyzing technical elements and identifying narrative patterns, diegetic/non-diegetic elements, and major film genres;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a comprehension of the interrelatedness of content and form in a given film;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the major artistic techniques employed in film, such as the relationship of camera to subject, standard editing practices, and sound elements; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, the ability to form educated arguments about quality in film.

EN 286 - Contemporary Cinema

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, an understanding of the elements of modern cinema;
• demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, gain a historical perspective of the development of film as a mass medium;
• critique film through homework exercises and a group project;
• write a research paper utilizing and analyzing primary and secondary sources concerning the specific topic related to topics covered in class;
• demonstrate knowledge of various film theories and their influences; and
• understand the impact of technology on filmmaking.

EN 291 - English Internship

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• recognize the general expectations in the workplace of a student with an A.A. in English;
• apply knowledge of research methods to work-related assignments;
• apply effective drafting, writing and revision skills to work-related assignments;
• gain an understanding of the specific type of organization or business for which they are interning, enhancing their ability to work in that field professionally; and
• produce an essay that clearly identifies the skills and knowledge, as well as the benefits found, in the internship experience.

EN 292 - Children’s Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to the genre of children’s literature;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge of the historical evolution of techniques and themes through a broad range of children’s literary genres such as Prose/Poetry, Fiction/Nonfiction, Fantasy, Folklore, Science Fiction, Realistic Fiction, Biography, Informative Books, Picture Books, Literature of Diversity;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of both text and illustration in a work of children’s literature through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a comprehension of the interrelatedness of content and form in a work of children’s literature;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the techniques of text and illustration employed in children’s literature; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the role of literature in the lives of children.

EN 293 - English Program Capstone

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• through oral and written discourse, students will develop the ability to critically analyze and assess what would constitute scholarly research at this academic level;
• methods of scholarly research will be enhanced and sharpened through written assignments throughout the semester, culminating in the final project;
• MLA format for documentation will be studied, and confidently applied to all written work;
• critical thinking, analysis and synthesis of information will be utilized in the development of the literary argument and organization of the final research project; and
• oral communication skills will be developed and strengthened by a formal presentation based on the research project.

EN 294 - Mythology

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to the study of mythology;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge of the historical and literary importance of the themes of mythology, with special emphasis on comparing themes and archetypes across cultures;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a myth through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a comprehension of the interrelatedness of content and method of transmission (direct oral transmission within a culture, literary allusion or retelling, recording by an extra-cultural specialist such as an anthropologist) in a given mythic text; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the major artistic techniques employed in mythological texts.

EN 296 - The Bible as Literature

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• use and define terminology relevant to the genres included in Biblical literature (such as parable, psalm, epistle);
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a knowledge of the historical and literary importance of Biblical literature;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an ability to analyze a section of the Bible through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, a comprehension of the interrelatedness of content and form (prophecy, parable, etc.) in a section of the Bible; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the major artistic techniques employed in the various Biblical genres.

EN 297 - Topics in Literature: Major Authors

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: 

• The Arts
• Humanities

• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, the ability to analyze themes, genres, and topics common to the specified author through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the artistic processes and stylistic devices common to the specified author;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the impact of the biographical, historical, philosophical, and cultural context upon the writings of the specified author; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the importance and influence of the works of the specified author to the humanities.

EN 298 - Topics in Literature: Literary Periods and Movements

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate familiarity with a rudimentary chronology of the literary period in question, including important dates, works, and authors;
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to critically assess a literary work in relation to its historical, philosophical, and cultural context;
• identify genres, subjects, archetypes, patterns, and themes characteristic of a given literary period or movement;
• identify styles, devices, and techniques characteristic of a given literary period or movement; and
• demonstrate, through class discussion and written work, an ability to analyze a literary work in the specified movement or period through the conventions and methods of the humanities.

EN 299 - Topics in Literature: Genre and Theme

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories: The Arts and Humanities

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, the ability to analyze themes, genres, and topics common to the specified author through the conventions and methods of the humanities;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the artistic processes and stylistic devices common to the specified author;
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the impact of the biographical, historical, philosophical, and cultural context upon the writings of the specified author; and
• demonstrate, through written work and class discussion, an understanding of the importance and influence of the works of the specified author to the humanities.