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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Key to Course Descriptions
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 Outlines
Course outlines for all courses described in this catalog are available for viewing. To explore the general framework of a course design and view the expectations of student performance within a select course click on the link below. These descriptions provide the base upon which instructors build their own course syllabi for the individual sections offered by the academic departments. Individual sections may therefore vary somewhat from the descriptions given in the outlines.
Course Outlines
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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.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
Prerequisites: Appropriate placement test scores. Cycles (C)
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EN 031 - Reading/Writing I Credit Hours: 4 Not for degree credit
This course is the first in a two-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.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
Prerequisites: Appropriate placement test scores. F/S (C, N)
This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree. |
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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.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
Prerequisites: Appropriate placement test scores. Cycles (C)
This course does not apply toward an associate’s degree. |
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EN 041 - Listening/Speaking I Credit Hours: 4 Not for degree credit
This is the first in a two-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.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
Prerequisites: Appropriate placement test scores. F/S (C)
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EN 052 - Preparation for College Reading and Writing (ALP) Credit Hours: (0)
Preparation for College Reading and Writing (ALP) is an accelerated learning co-requisite to be paired with a corresponding section of EN 100: Composition I Rhetorical Strategies. Students will take EN 052 together with EN 100 during the same semester. Workshops, lectures, and computer lessons enable students to renew and develop essay composition and revision skills in order to produce entry-level college essays while improving college-level reading, critical thinking, and study skills to support assignment completion in EN 100. (This course is offered for non-credit and does not apply as an English elective toward an Associate degree.)
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- 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 100 co-requisite; and
- develop, revise, edit, and proofread essays for the EN 100 co-requisite.
Concurrent Registration: EN 100 F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 100 - Composition I: Rhetorical Strategies Credit Hours: 3
A course designed to provide writing skills appropriate for all SUNY Erie programs. The course will emphasize the use of rhetorical strategies in development of ideas, career-appropriate writing, writing about literature, and the ability to analyze and utilize diverse cultural perspectives. Reading selections support the aims of the course.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
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demonstrate through written work, familiarity with the writing process and the form and structure of the essay;
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demonstrate the ability to write clear, fluent and grammatical prose;
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edit and revise drafted work effectively;
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define and identify the following rhetorical modes: narrative, description, definition, exemplification, cause and effect, comparison/contrast, analysis, and argumentation;
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write coherent, unified essays of significant length demonstrating skillful and appropriate use of rhetorical modes;
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demonstrate the ability to write prose appropriate for the student’s chosen career;
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demonstrate, through written work and oral discussion, the ability to analyze and utilize at least three differing cultural perspectives;
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demonstrate the ability to write about literary works;
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demonstrate the ability to find and evaluate research sources;
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demonstrate the ability to make an oral argument including researched information; and
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evaluate an oral presentation according to standard practice and guidelines.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for this class is determined by placement testing requirements or completion of transitional course work including EN 022, EN 031, EN 041, EN 132, EN 142, or a co-requisite of EN 052. F/S (C, N, S)
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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.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 132 - Reading/Writing II Credit Hours: 3
This is the second in a 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.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
Prerequisites: EN 031 or appropriate placement test scores. F/S (C, N)
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EN 137 - Intensive English Grammar for ESL Credit Hours: 3.0
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.
Course Outcomes At the end of the course students will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N)
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EN 142 - Listening/Speaking II Credit Hours: 3
This is the second 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 EN132 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.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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
Prerequisites: EN 041 or appropriate placement test scores. F/S (C, N)
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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.
Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N)
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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.
Course Outcomes At the end of the semester the student will be able to:
- 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)
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EN 151 - Journalism II Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of EN 150. Writing press releases, features and investigative techniques will be covered. Headlines and layout will also be covered.
Course Outcomes At the end of the semester the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 160 - Publications Practicum I Credit Hours: 1
Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. Students may register for only one course each semester.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 161 - Publications Practicum II Credit Hours: 1
Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. Students may register for only one credit each semester.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 162 - Publications Practicum III Credit Hours: 1
Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. Students may register for only one credit each semester.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 163 - Publications Practicum IV Credit Hours: 1
Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. Students may register for only one credit each semester.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 200 - Foundation of Literacy Instruction Credit Hours: 3
This course will provide the student with an in-depth analysis of literacy instruction. The student will study and practice literacy theories along with components of the language, reading and writing processes. Additionally, the student will learn and apply the New York State Learning Standards to the coursework. Based on a student/teacher consultation the student will complete either an in-service placement with a local school district or literacy project.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- 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.
Prerequisites: EN 100 or permission of the instructor. F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 210 - American Literature Credit Hours: 3
An introductory survey of American literature and its relationships to literary, historical, and socio-political movements from its beginnings to the Civil War.
Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:
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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 214 - Public Speaking II: Debate and Occupational Speaking Credit Hours: 3
This course facilitates effective public presentation and argumentation. Special focus is placed on group work and on professional presentations.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 275 - Culture in the Community Credit Hours: 3
A course structured intended to serve as an introduction to the history, language, literature, and culture of the wide variety of ethnic groups, on the Niagara Frontier. This course provides the participant with an understanding of the variety of backgrounds and cultures that may be found in Western New York and Buffalo. The course may be planned to make extensive use of slides, sound recordings, videos, and films. Students will be expected to choose a topic for individual research and to present their findings to the class in a 20-minute oral report. Content may include extensive field work.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. F/S (C, N, S)
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EN 276 - Foundations of Literary Art Credit Hours: 3
A historical look at major literary periods, focusing on the relationship between literary text, author, reader and the world at large. The student will use literary theory and criticism to examine how history shaped literary periods and how literary periods shaped history. Several essays and a project will be required.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- 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.
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FP 101 - Fire Prevention and Protection Credit Hours: 3
A course describing methods of fire prevention, with emphasis on the development of a broad program of fire prevention methods used in other cities; methods of communication with large and small segments of the public; methods of enlisting public support; fire prevention in schools and industries; administration of fire prevention bureaus; problems of coordination with governmental and other public organizations. Techniques of inspection for members of the fire company and for higher command levels, for fire hazards and for fire loss, will not only be discussed in class but will also be demonstrated and practiced on field trips to various types of buildings.
Course Outcomes At the completion of the course the student should be able to:
- identify and successfully research various National Fire Protection Association standards;
- demonstrate an understanding of fire prevention and fire suppression methods;
- deliver a fire prevention briefing on a common and or complex fire safety issue; and
- inspect a single occupancy structure and identify a common or non-complex fire or life safety hazards and report finding(s) to the next echelon of command.
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FP 102 - Fire Protection Equipment and Alarm Systems Credit Hours: 3
This course will study water supply for community fire protection standards required by the American Insurance Association; fire mains and their pumping station requirements; private fire protection systems; automatic sprinklers; special extinguishing systems and their agencies; municipal fire alarm systems; automatic signaling; watchman service; flammable and combustible gas detecting systems.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student should have the knowledge and understanding of:
- firefighting and frre fighter’s safety issues with an understanding of fire prevention and frre suppression;
- students will have an understanding of fire extinguishments methods and standards designated by the National Fire Protection Association and the International Fire Service Training Association;
- students will have the knowledge and understanding ofNYS and NFPA building construction types, codes and the systems that would be enclosed within these categories of buildings;
- the students will have a working knowledge of water supplies for many different communities. Which include, but not limited to, fire mains and their pumping station requirements, private fire protection systems, and automatic sprinklers, with private and municipal fire alarm systems; and
- the students will have an overall knowledge of the incident command system as used in the fire service and fire ground incident management.(NIMS).
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FP 103 - Building Construction and Fire Hazards Credit Hours: 3
A course designed to acquaint the students in the fire protection technology including the fire department personnel with the principles and practices of building construction and with the major fire hazards involved in modern commerce and manufacturing. Relevant building, housing and fire codes will be studied as well as the effect of fire and problems of fire fighting in different types of structures, including theatres, factories, warehouses, buildings, skyscrapers, breweries, old and new tenements, one and two family houses, loft buildings, skyscrapers, etc. Attention will also be given to fire problems involving air conditioning, concealed space and refrigeration.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student should have the knowledge and understanding to be able to:
- identify and describe the five types of building construction classes;
- be knowledgeable in the general and specific construction features of each type with emphasis on fire service associated problems;
- explain the various occupancy hazards with each type; and
- define the various types of loads of structural elements and their impact on fire suppression forces.
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FP 105 - Fire Operations Strategy Credit Hours: 3
This course describes coverage to include the aspects of tactics and strategy in extinguishing fires; pre-fire plans; organization of fire ground, including techniques of using available equipment and man power; a study of conflagrations and the techniques of predicting fire severity. Emphasis will be placed on the development of thinking skills in relation to crisis.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- help analyze the procedures of fire officers at fire incidents and suggest approaches to methods that have been proven effective through experience;
- provide strategies and procedures thereby formulating a comprehensive, efficient and succinct means of action on the fireground or other types of incidents; and
- cover areas of frreground tactics in planning, size-up ventilation, fire attack, engine and truck company operations, sprinkler and standpipe operations along with many firefighting techniques.
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FP 106 - Legal Aspects of Fire Protection Credit Hours: 3
A study of laws and regulations pertaining to the fire service and to fire personnel; pertinent laws, ordinances and codes; the responsibility and powers of the fire service in enforcement; the legal status of the fireperson; his/her rights, duties, liabilities and his/her status as a member of civil service. The course will include a study and a clarification of the legal terminology necessary for the interpretation of pertinent laws and decisions. Fire, police and false alarm matters will be examined.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student should have the knowledge and understanding of:
- the various laws, rules and regulations pertainiog to the fire service;
- the rights, powers, responsibilities and obligations of fire service personnel;
- the standards and codes that affect the fire service; and
- the many legal problems and issues that relate to the fire service.
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FP 107 - Chemistry of Hazardous Materials Credit Hours: 3
This course places specific emphasis on those chemicals and chemical processes most closely involved in fire prevention and fire activities of fire response personnel. Among the topics discussed are the use, storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials with emphasis on flammable liquids, flammable solids, oxidizing materials, corrosive liquids and compressed gases.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student should have the knowledge and understanding of:
- matter and measurement, heat, cryogenics;
- flammable gases, liquids, and solids;
- atomic structure;
- formulas and the mole concept;
- bonding and chemical reactions;
- DOT regulations;
- chemistry of elements, corrosive and water-reactive materials;
- oxidizers, toxins, organic materials, polymers; and
- explosives and radioactivity.
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FP 108 - Safety in Industry and the Fire Services Credit Hours: 3
The course defines the province of safety hazards and engineering and covers such topics as accident costs (direct, indirect and hidden), causes of accidents, safety codes and programs, accident investigation, methods of screening employees and fleet safety. Attention will also be given to special and common hazards in industrial plants and fire fighting and to various types of protective clothing and equipment.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- identify the safety hazards in the fire service;
- list and explain firefighter safety issues;
- apply risk management principals to fire ground decisions;
- describe and explain the historical fatal incidents involving various types of firefighting duties;
- design and implement a safety program; and
- understand the New York State OSHA regulations and N.F.P.A standards by identifying applicable regulations and standards to the training programs.
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FP 109 - Radiological Theory and Instrumentation Credit Hours: 3
An intensive survey of the firefighting operations involving radioactive materials. After detailed consideration of basic atomic physics, the medical effects of external and internal radiation exposure and the peacetime uses of radioactive materials in medicine, industry and agriculture will be studied. The theory and the use of radiological instruments - the Dosimeter, the Ionization Chamber, the Geiger Counter, the Scintillation Counter, the Scaler-Ratemeter and emergency operating procedures will be covered. The study of the overall administration and planning in matters of civil defense and major disasters will be discussed. Laboratory demonstrations will be included.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student should have and can use the knowledge and understanding of radioactive contamination and the safety issues, along with the use and hands on knowledge in radiation survey meter , which effect the profession of fire personnel in prevention, confinement, protection and containment from the dangers of exposure and death.
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FP 110 - Fire Investigation Credit Hours: 3
This course describes the fireperson’s role in fire investigation; the method and mechanics of protecting and searching and controlling the fire scene; determining the point of origin, path of fire travel and fire cause; interviews and interrogations; recognizing and preserving evidence; state arson laws; alibis, motives and proving the corpus delecti; preparation of the case, court testimony, reports and records; juvenile fire setters.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- list the responsibilities of the firefighters and fire service agencies regarding the fire origin and during the fire investigation;
- list and describe the principles of fire origin and cause investigation;
- apply the principles of securing evidence at a fire scene;
- create and maintain proper reports, documentation and record keeping; and
- use NFPA 921 and 1033 standards to fire investigations.
S (S)
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FP 113 - Fire Codes and Standards Credit Hours: 3
This course involves a thorough evaluation of the scientific, legal and technical basis of the fire codes and standards. An evaluation of the numerous fire tests upon which these standards are based will be made. The impact that these codes and standards have on the community’s residential, commercial and industrial development will be analyzed.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- select, interpret, and apply sections of the code applicable to specific situations;
- recognize, research, and utilize generally accepted standards that are in compliance with code requirements;
- understand the legal basis for the regulation of construction and the use of buildings;
- understand the legal responsibilities of inspectors; and
- understand the basic procedures of administering, enforcing and applying code requirements.
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FP 114 - Fire Personnel Management and Administration Credit Hours: 3
Study of the problems in organizing, planning and controlling the utilization of personnel, budgets and equipment in fire prevention and fire suppression. Emphasis is placed on the decision making process, time management, budget preparation, discipline, records, reports, labor relations and controls of the work unit.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student should have the knowledge and understanding of:
- the principles of management and supervision;
- administrative problems in general and those relative to the fire service in particular;
- basic concepts of supervision and leadership principles;
- functions of the fire chief, fire officer and fire administrative officer;
- human resources management; and
- fiscal management.
F (S)
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FP 116 - Fire Arson Practical Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to provide realistic training in fire investigation; the methods of protecting, searching and controlling the fire scene, determining the point of origin, path of fire travel and fire cause; interviews and interrogations; recognizing and preserving evidence; state arson laws; alibis, motives, proving the corpus delecti; preparation of the case, court testimony, reports and records; and juvenile fire-setters.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- list the responsibilities of the firefighters and fire service agencies regarding the fire origin and during the fire investigation;
- list and describe the principles of fire origin and cause investigation;
- conduct an assessment on the needs for the services of an experienced fire investigator using a real case scenario;
- perform on scene fire investigation using scientific methods and in accordance with National Fire Protection standards; and
- explain and provide applicable-real examples of the importance of implementing and maintaining a record keeping and documentation program.
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FR 205 - Introduction to French Literature Credit Hours: 3.0
Basic works by French authors will be read. Oral and written work will focus on the comprehension of the text, the background of the author and writings will be assigned relative to the readings. An overall review of the grammatical structure of the language will be included.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will :
- comprehend and utilize vocabulary in speech, reading and writing;
- utilize more complex grammatical structures of the language;
- understand, read and write beginning intermediate French;
- speculate about the future, relate sentence in more complex fashion, and write brief, coherent, and correct paragraphs on simple topics recognize the cultural diversity of the people who speak the language; and
- become familiar with the writers and works of introductory level works.
Prerequisites: FR 112 or the equivalent F/S Cycles (C,N,S)
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FR 206 - French Literature in Translation Credit Hours: 3
This course has a dual purpose: to introduce the student to works originally written in French and available in English; and to give the student a glimpse at what is involved in translating, by doing some translations under the direction of the instructor.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- become familiar with particular works of French literature;
- be acquainted with general principles of translation;
- translate parts of novels and short stories from French into English;
- be able to analyze critically from a literary perspective; and
- be able to do basic research of literary works.
Prerequisites: Good background in French (a minimum of three years of language study in high school). This may be waived by the instructor under special circumstances. Cycles (N)
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GS 110 - Career Planning Credit Hours: 1
An exploratory course specifically designed for students who are unsure of their career direction. Students will be helped in becoming knowledgeable career planners. Skills such as self-assessment, career search, identifying individual career options and decision making as they relate to career choice will be presented by the counselors as students are guided through the career planning process.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
- locate and utilize resources that assist with making an informed career decision;
- list and describe methods to set short and long term career goals;
- perform a career-related self-assessment of skills, preferences and values; and
- prepare a résumé and demonstrate interview skills.
F/S (C, N, S)
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GS 111 - College Success Skills Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an opportunity for students to adopt methods and strategies to promote personal growth and success in college and in life. Topics include: managing learning styles, problem solving and creativity, cultural diversity, library instruction, time/task management, methods of inquiry and critical thinking, study skills and academic policies and procedures. Career exploration and research culminating in a final project is required. It is recommended that this course be taken in the students first semester.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- identify what the campus has to offer academically, socially, culturally and recreationally;
- utilize resources that can assist students with problems related to health, finances, academics, course changes and social issues including support services such as the Learning Resource Center, Learning Skills Center, Counseling Center, Library, and Financial Aid;
- recognize and distinguish his/her commitment, motivation, responsibilities and limitations in relationship to college, self, employer, friends and family, and recognize multicultural diversity and stereotypes;
- develop short-term and long-term goals based on attitude, interest and resources;
- create realistic time/task management schedules and use them effectively in fulfilling short-term and long-term goals;
- identify the existence of student anxiety especially in test taking and discuss strategies to alleviate it;
- use methods of inquiry/critical thinking to develop a research paper and/or presentation;
- apply problem-solving and creativity techniques to everyday decision-making and specifically to the study of application problems;
- use specific strategies and develop a logical and organized method of responding to essay questions and objective test questions; and
- apply techniques of listening, concentrating and communicating in the classroom.
F/S (C, N, S)
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GS 113 - Assessing Degree Options Credit Hours: 1
This course is specifically designed for students’ undecided with a specific educational program and interested in exploring degree options within one of our college’s divisional vocational academic programs in Health Services, Business/ Public Service, or Engineering and Technology. Topics include critical thinking, goal setting, and motivation for success. This course offers interaction with speakers, various career interest inventories and exposure to regional career opportunities.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge of one of the college divisional academic programs;
- demonstrate knowledge of the value of appropriate career selection and individual interest inventories;
- demonstrate knowledge related to making academic and co-curricular choices; and
- demonstrate knowledge related to goal setting as a foundation for academic success.
Corequisites: GS 114 F/S (C, N, S)
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GS 114 - Degrees, Skills & Service Credit Hours: 2
This course is a continuation of GS 113 with enhanced focus on the selected degree program(s) the student is interested in/pre-registered for. This course will provide applied experience in areas of career choice through experiential (hands on) learning projects, on and off campus. Through these applied experiences students will work towards gaining innovative thinking towards their educational and personal interests.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge of content important to career professionals including cultural sensitivity, maturity, and interpersonal relationships;
- demonstrate knowledge of the concept of Experiential Learning which encourages the student to develop a commitment to the community as a lifelong civic supporter;
- demonstrate knowledge of the importance of reading, analyzing, and discussing literature based on civic involvement and responsibility; and
- demonstrate knowledge of the importance to communicate critically and realistically about academic and career interests in a specific career field.
Prerequisites: GS 113 F/S (C, N, S)
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GS 150 - Critical Media Literacy Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- critique the role of the media in individual day to day decision-making;
- identify the stages of cognitive, emotional, and moral development and their relationship to media literacy;
- evaluate general information about mass media, including the definition, media types, and how it is used, both currently and historically;
- critique the media’s influence on behavior, values, and ethics;
- evaluate the ideological importance of the media and its influence on society;
- acquire critical skills for understanding the construction of media messages, both print and electronic;
- critique their media consumption patterns by developing a media-literate critical perspective in a world that is increasingly dominated by electronic, aural, and visual messages; and
- demonstrate knowledge of contemporary critiques of the effects of stereotyping in mass media on marginalized groups.
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GS 201 - Internship Credit Hours: 3
This unpaid internship is designed to provide Liberal Arts students with an opportunity to explore possible career interests in a work setting where students develop important job skills and gain practical work experience consisting of approximately 135 hours of supervised activity in a selected placement. Students gain not only experiential education, but also earn degree credits. In addition, students learn social behavior appropriate to their specific career interest. The placements are primarily intended for students who have completed at least two semesters of full-time study or the equivalent. Since SUNY Erie is located in a large metropolitan area, it is anticipated that many of the internships can be arranged close to the campus. Arrangements can be made through the coordinator of internships, co-ops and individual department chairs.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate awareness of social behavior appropriate to his/her specific career interest; and
- describe the experience gained during the internship.
F/S, SS (C, N, S)
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GS 299 - Integrative Capstone Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to tie together themes and materials across the curriculum through the creation of an e-portfolio. The integrative capstone encourages students to reflect on their educational experiences and the ways in which their education ties into their current and future decisions. It is recommended that this course be taken in the students last semester.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- articulate connections across different academic disciplines;
- adapt and apply skills, abilities, theories or methodologies acquired in one subject to another;
- connect relevant professional experiences with acquired academic knowledge; and
- use technological tools to enhance communication skills
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GP 140 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to Geospatial Technology covers various principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), remote sensing, and surveying with applications to data collection and location-based analysis for field-based sciences (planning, engineering, environmental science, biology, geology). Emphasis is on demonstrating key concepts, software capabilities, and opportunities in the geospatial industry. Students will work with hand held GPS, GIS, and remote sensing software. On campus field work is required. This is a required course in the GIS Certificate program.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals and principles of geospatial technology;
- apply GIS, GPS, and remote sensing software applications;
- collect field data using a GPS;
- analyze and map field collected data; and
- apply geospatial techniques to career lessons in agriculture, business, information technology, logistics, public safety, health science, tourism, and technology engineering.
F/S (N)
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GP 295 - GIS Internship Credit Hours: 4
This course will provide practical hands-on GIS workplace experience in a real GIS work environment. The student will perform GIS tasks and analysis for a private company, government agency, or not-for-profit organization under the supervision of the course instructor and the hosting internship coordinator at the site. The specific GIS activities performed by the student will vary according to placement but will be itemized in a written contract and agreed to by the course instructor, the student and the hosting organization. Total work hours will be no less than 75 hours and no more than 90 hours for the semester.
Course Outcomes A student who successfully fulfills the course requirements will have demonstrated professional application of GP 150 course outcomes:
- a knowledge of a number of important technologies based on geographic information system concepts, spatial database management, spatial data creation and analysis;
- direct application of GIS data tools and algorithms to solve spatial problems;
- cartographic skills and map creation as an appropriate communication tool to display GIS analysis results;
- ability to search, obtain, view, and analyze online GIS datasets; and
- practice with analysis of actual local GIS datasets in a cross-disciplinary environment, utilizing software packages such as ESRI ArcGIS.
Prerequisites: GP 250 and discretion of instructor. F/S (N)
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GL 130 - Hazardous Waste Operations Credit Hours: 3
Topics include, but are not limited to, topics on OSHA HAZWOPER standards, safety hazards, health hazards and exposure limits, physical hazards, medical surveillance, writing a health and safety plan, air decontamination, calculating and comparing pollution concentrations, sampling ground water well, model practical(ALOHA Model), North American Emergency Guidebook and spill drill practices. One or more field trips may be required.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals and principles of hazardous waste;
- define common types of hazardous substances and hazardous waste;
- use the appropriate steps for the clean-up operations involving hazardous substances that are conducted at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites;
- evaluate corrective actions involving clean-up operations at sites covered by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976;
- utilize appropriate methods for clean-up operations at sites recognized by federal, state, local, or other governmental bodies as uncontrolled hazardous waste sites; and
- explain how operations involving hazardous wastes are conducted at treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.
Prerequisites: GL 160, GL161 F/S (N, S)
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GL 180 - Internship in Environmental Technology and Geoscience Credit Hours: 3
This internship provides the opportunity to students to train in environmental technology and geoscience applications in industry and research.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to;
- apply experience gained to a work-related setting;
- demonstrate competency to perform up to standards set by the internship;
- discuss work-related concerns in a professional manner; and
- demonstrate an ability to manage time to complete task.
Prerequisites: GL 160, GL 161, PH 120, PH 121, PH 122, and PH 123 F/S (N, S)
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GL 190 - Unconventional Hydrocarbon Recovery Credit Hours: 3
A description of all methods of unconventional hydrocarbon recovery which includes past and present hydraulic fracturing methods. The objectives are to familiarize students with the unique aspects of unconventional gas and oil reservoirs, hydraulic fracturing methods including (1) resources and economic significance; (2) geologic occurrences; (3) drilling and completion practices; (4) environmental impact; health and safety issues including the clashing views of both sides of hydraulic fracturing. One or more field trips are required.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- evaluate hydrocarbon distribution controls and sedimentary and structural reservoirs;
- evaluate how rock mechanical properties influence drilling and reservoir behavior;
- assess porosity, pore fabric and connectivity, capillary pressure, hydrocarbon saturation, absolute and relative permeability, routine and special core analyses and logging procedures;
- categorize general tectonic, stratigraphic and sedimentary controls on petroleum systems in sedimentary basins;
- assess processes and protocol associated with hydrocarbon recovery in the following; Extra heavy oil and oil sands, oil and gas shale, coal and gas conversion and thermal depolymerization;
- interpret and apply current legislation in hydrocarbon recovery; and
- analyze the possible long and short term environmental impacts and state of the art remediation techniques.
Prerequisites: GL 160 and GL 161 S (N)
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GL 270 - Field Ecology Expedition Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed as a week-long Field Ecology Intensive at unique and /or threatened environments in the United States. Participants will experience a wide variety of interpretive programs focused upon the ecology, history and politics of these environments. Students will travel to course destination, reside on site for a week of immersion based ecology instruction. On campus class room activities and expedition preparation in advance of expedition. On campus classroom activities and reports required at the conclusion of the expedition.
Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate the knowledge of the basic laws as applied to ecosystems, biodiversity, environmental integrity, sustainable resources, status of the biosphere, conservation, and ecological problems; and
- demonstrate how the physical laws pertain to technology, society and the environment.
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