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OIS 273 - OIS Internship Education
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
Students who have acquired the fundamental skill sets of their Office Information Systems education are given an opportunity to put their knowledge, skills, and abilities into practice through the OIS Internship Education course. The student may earn Office Information Systems elective credit by working in an office-related setting appropriate to their major course of study. Internship means work-for-credit only. Students must complete 40 hours per credit on the job. Prerequisite: Must be in final semester of program; cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. Must meet with advisor prior to registration. Internships may require that the student pass a criminal background check.
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Paramedic |
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PMED 212 - Paramedic I
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
This course provides information about the pre-hospital management of medical conditions at the advanced life support level. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiology, recognition of signs and symptoms, review of basic life support management techniques, anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, and strategies for advanced life support care. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-requisite: PMED 220 , PMED 230 , PMED 242 , PMED 250 .
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PMED 217 - Paramedic II
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
This course incorporates previous knowledge gained in PMED 212 and gives the student instruction on prehospital emergencies including: assessment and management of trauma and medical patients, environmental conditions, principles of triage, management of mass casualty incidents, and telecommunications. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and a “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 225 , PMED 235 , PMED 247 , PMED 255 .
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PMED 220 - Paramedic Cardiology I
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 2
This course provides the paramedic student with information about cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and electrophysiology. Emphasis is placed on rhythm interpretation, recognition of life threatening arrhythmias, electrical intervention and other pre-hospital patient management strategies. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 212 , PMED 230 , PMED 242 , PMED 250 .
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PMED 225 - Paramedic Cardiology II
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 2
This course builds on PMED 220 as a basis for more advanced arrhythmia interpretation. Management of cardiac arrest including, medications, cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing, and defibrillation will be a major emphasis. Pacemakers, 12- lead ECG interpretation, and other advanced procedures, and arrhythmias will be presented. Application of theory, judgement, and decision-making strategies are evaluated. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 217 , PMED 235 , PMED 247 , PMED 255 .
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PMED 230 - Paramedic Pharmacology I
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 2
Provides the student with information necessary for the preparation, calculation of doses, and administration of drugs used in the pre-hospital setting, including classification, action, use, and side effects. Information about other commonly prescribed drugs is also provided. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-requisite: PMED 212 , PMED 220 , PMED 242 , PMED 250 .
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PMED 235 - Paramedic Pharmacology II
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 2
This course provides the paramedic student with additional in-depth information on Advanced Cardiac Life Support drugs including classification, action, use, and side effect. Information about other commonly used and prescribed drugs is also provided. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 217 , PMED 225 , PMED 247 , PMED 255 .
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PMED 242 - Paramedic Skills I
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 6
This course provides paramedic skills required for advanced life support and provides the opportunity to apply theory to field practice in a discussion and skills lab setting. Skills will be demonstrated, practiced during supervised labs, and tested for competency. Students are also evaluated in the management of simulated emergencies. Prerequisites: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 212 , PMED 220 , PMED 230 , PMED 250 .
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PMED 247 - Paramedic Skills II
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 6
This course is a continuation of PMED 242 with the introduction of additional skills and continued application of theory. Measurement criteria for skills competencies becomes more stringent and students must become competent in all paramedic skills in preparation for the field internship component. Students are also evaluated in the management of simulated emergencies. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 217 , PMED 225 , PMED 235 , PMED 255 .
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PMED 250 - Paramedic Clinical I
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 9
This course provides clinical experience for paramedic students in areas including nursing home; hospital units such as the emergency department, critical care units, obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric units; and designated EMS agencies under the supervision of licensed paramedics. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 212 , PMED 220 , PMED 230 , PMED 242 .
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PMED 255 - Paramedic Clinical II
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 9
This course continues from PMED 250 and provides clinical experience for paramedic students in areas including hospital units such as emergency departments, critical care units, obstetrics, pediatrics, surgery, and designated EMS agencies under the supervision of licensed paramedics. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 217 , PMED 225 , PMED 235 , PMED 247 .
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PMED 270 - Paramedic Internship
Credit(s): 7
Contact Hours: 7
This course provides a 280-hour field internship component with an advanced life support agency. Students are assigned to a paramedic training officer to provide total patient care and other professional duties under direct supervision with continuous evaluation of the student’s progress. Oversight is provided by the Faculty and Medical Director. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses. Co-Requisite: PMED 280 , PMED 284 , PMED 282 .
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PMED 280 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 1
The Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course is designed to provide instruction with a focus on highlighting the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care and immediate post-cardiac-arrest care. This course utilizes both didactic and simulation methodologies to provide coverage of cardiac emergencies and commonly encountered dysrhythmias in addition to airway management and management of patients with acute cerebral vascular pathology (stroke) and the initial care, management and related pharmacology in both the pre and in-hospital settings. This course provides teaching and evaluation in keeping with standards of care and current guidelines as set forth by the American Heart Association. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses, or permission of the Instructor. Co-Requisite: PMED 270 , PMED 284 , PMED 282 .
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PMED 282 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 1
The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is designed to provide an opportunity for development of the necessary knowledge and skills needed to recognize and treat critically ill infants and children. A combination of didactic and simulation methodologies is utilized to emphasize a team approach in the emergency management of pediatric patients approaching or already in respiratory or cardiac arrest, from the early minutes through patient stabilization and/or the transport phases of pediatric emergency, in or out of the hospital. This course provides teaching and evaluation in keeping with standards of care and current guidelines as set forth by the American Heart Association. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses or permission of the Instructor. Co-Requisite: PMED 270 , PMED 280 , PMED 284 .
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PMED 284 - Paramedic Trauma
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 1
Paramedic Trauma is designed specifically for trauma care providers who are the first to assess and initiate treatment for the trauma patient. This course combines basic and advanced training that utilizes both didactic and simulation methodologies. This course provides complete training for the skills needed for rapid assessment, resuscitation, stabilization and transport of trauma patients. This course provides teaching and evaluation in keeping with standards of care and current guidelines for trauma care. Prerequisites: Acceptance into Paramedic Associate in Applied Science following the course sequence and “C” or better in all program courses or permission of the Instructor.
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 201 - Introduction to Western Philosophy
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A broad, general introduction to the principal periods of European and North American philosophic thought from pre-Platonic Greek to modern existentialist and including logic with readings from the philosopher’s works. Meets Humanities requirement.
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PHIL 202 - Introduction to Eastern Philosophy
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course will center its attention on the dominant philosophical schools and systems in Indian, Chinese, and Japanese philosophy. It will cover such areas as a) the Vedas, Upanishads, samkhy-yoga, Buddhism, and Vedanta in the Hindu systems, b) Confucianism, Taiosm, and C’han Buddhism in the Chinese schools; and c) Zen Buddhism in Japanese philosophy. Meets Humanities requirement.
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PHIL 204 - Introduction to Ethics
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course is a broad, general introduction to the traditional perspectives of ethics from foundational studies in the ancient world to current questions of the modern period. Selected areas of inquiry will include personal, biomedical, technological, business, political, social, international, professional, and religious ethics. Meets Humanities requirement. Prerequisites E, R.
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PHIL 230 - Introduction to World Religions
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course examines the major religious traditions of the world and the variety of cultural forms that influence the expression of those historic faith-based experiences. Each religious tradition is studied and analyzed historically, thematically, and structurally for comparison as well as contrast. Selected areas of inquiry will include Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and various other religious movements. Meets Social & Behavioral Science and Humanities requirements. Prerequisite: E, R.
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PHIL 230H - Introduction to World Religions - Honors
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course examines the major religious traditions of the world and the variety of cultural forms that influence the expression of those historic faith-based experiences. Each religious tradition is studied and analyzed historically, thematically, and structurally for comparison as well as contrast. Selected areas of inquiry will include Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and various other religious movements. Meets Social & Behavioral Science and Humanities requirements. This is an Honors course which requires additional work and academic rigor. Prerequisite: E, R, and acceptance into the Honors Program.
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Physical Education |
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PHED 110 - Physical Fitness and Jogging
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 1.5
A practical approach for students who desire to improve their fitness levels. Fitness and jogging tests will be used to improve the individual’s efficiency and to maintain a higher level of physical fitness for a better way of life.
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PHED 114 - Bowling
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 1.5
A course for beginners through advanced bowlers. Students are taught techniques, terminology, scoring, practice, and competition in individual and team events. Students will bowl at local bowling alley.
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PHED 116 - Hiking
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 1.5
The importance of walking, hiking, and jogging is stressed. Actual participation in hiking trips. Students plan several hikes during the semester.
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PHED 122 - Varsity Cross Country
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 3
This course focuses on the application of advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and participation at a competitive level. Enrollment must be concurrent with membership of the Bay College varsity cross country program. Varsity cross country may be repeated one time for an elective credit.
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PHED 123 - Varsity Basketball
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 3
This course focuses on the application of offensive and defensive strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and participation at a competitive level. Enrollment must be concurrent with membership of the Bay College varsity basketball program. Varsity basketball may be repeated one time for an elective credit.
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PHED 125 - Varsity Softall
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 3
This course focuses on the application of offensive and defensive strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and participation at a competitive level. Enrollment must be concurrent with membership of the Bay College varsity softball program. Varsity softball may be repeated one time for an elective credit.
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PHED 126 - Varsity Baseball
Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 3
This course focuses on the application of offensive and defensive strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and participation at a competitive level. Enrollment must be concurrent with membership of the Bay College varsity baseball program. Varsity baseball may be repeated one time for an elective credit.
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PHED 141 - Physical Fitness: A Wellness Approach
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 2
This course provides a practical approach toward better health, wellness, and an improved quality of life. Students will perform a wellness self-assessment, develop a personal wellness plan, and work on wellness activities outside of class. Class discussions and lecture will focus on life style changes. Some class time will be devoted to individualized wellness activity plans.
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PHED 144 - Effective Stress Management
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 2
The student will develop an understanding of stress and its impact on the student’s health and well-being. Various effective stress management techniques will be introduced, discussed, and practiced during course time. Students will develop personalized stress management plans.
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Physics |
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PHYS 103 - Conceptual Physical Science
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 5
This is a survey course dealing with the basic concepts of physical systems. The intent is for the student to understand the science involved primarily on a conceptual level rather than a mathematically intensive one. This course is not designed for the science major but is intended to fulfill a portion of the lab science requirement for degree program. A four-function calculator is required for both lab work and homework. Prerequisite: M.
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PHYS 104 - Introduction to Astronomy
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
This course is a survey of the basic concepts of astronomy and astrophysics. It is meant to be a course that focuses on the exciting and interesting concepts of astronomy, rather than the mathematical side. The course is intended for various backgrounds, however, a basic understanding of algebra is required.
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PHYS 201 - Elements of Physics I
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 5
This course is the first of a two-semester sequence dealing with principles of mechanics, heat, and sound. A calculator is required. Prerequisite: “C” or better in MATH 111 , or “C “or better in MATH 106 .
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PHYS 202 - Elements of Physics II
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 5
A continuation of PHYS 201 including principles of electricity, magnetism, and light. A calculator is required. Prerequisite: “C” or better in PHYS 201 .
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PHYS 205 - Engineering Physics I
Credit(s): 5
Contact Hours: 6
This course is a calculus-based introduction to classical mechanics. Topics include: kinematics, dynamics, Newton’s laws, work and energy, momentum, collisions, systems of particles, rotational dynamics, statics, oscillations and transverse waves. This course is intended for those seeking an engineering or science degree. Prerequisite: “C” or better in MATH 141 .
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PHYS 206 - Engineering Physics II
Credit(s): 5
Contact Hours: 6
This course is a calculus-based introduction to electromagnetism. Topics include: Coulombs law, electric fields, Gauss’s law, electric potential, capacitance, circuits, magnetic forces and fields, Ampere’s law, induction, Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves, and geometrical optics. This course is intended for those seeking an engineering or science degree. Prerequisite: “C” or better in PHYS 205 .
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PHYS 260 - Statics
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of force systems including composition and resolution of forces, simple structure, principles of equilibria, centroids, and moments of inertia. Calculator is required. Prerequisite: “C” or better in MATH 141 , “C” or better in PHYS 205 .
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PHYS 261 - Dynamics
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of motion, including energy, impulse, momentum, and work. Prerequisites: “C” or better in PHYS 205 .
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PHYS 262 - Mechanics of Materials
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
Introduction to mechanical behavior of materials, including stress/strain at a point, principle stresses and strains, stress-strain relationships, determination of stresses and deformations in situations involving axial loading, torsional loading of circular cross sections, and flexural loading of straight members. Also covers stresses due to combined loading and buckling of columns.
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Political Science |
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POLI 110 - Comparative Government & Politics
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
An introduction to the field of political science with emphasis on how American political theories and governmental institutions compare with those of other nations. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement.
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POLI 111 - American Government
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of the basic structure and processes of American national government. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement.
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POLI 111H - American Government -Honors
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of the basic structure and processes of American national government. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. This is an Honors course which requires additional work and academic rigor. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program.
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POLI 201 - International Relations
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of the problems and complexities of relations between nation-states. Emphasis will be given to the formation and execution of American foreign and defense policies. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement.
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POLI 201H - International Relations - Honors
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of the problems and complexities of relations between nation-states. Emphasis will be given to the formation and execution of American foreign and defense policies. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. This is an Honors course which requires additional work and academic rigor. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program.
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POLI 262 - State & Local Government
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of the politics and administration of American sub-national governments. Special attention will be given to the State of Michigan and Delta County. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement.
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POLI 262H - State & Local Government - Honors
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
A study of the politics and administration of American sub-national governments. Special attention will be given to the State of Michigan and Delta County. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. This is an Honors course which requires additional work and academic rigor. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program.
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POLI 272 - Government/Law Internship
Credit(s): 1-4
Contact Hours: 1-4
Students who have completed one government course may apply to take the internship and earn credit hours by working in an approved agency. Evaluation of the student’s performance will be carried out by the student’s supervisors in the participating agency in conjunction with the coordinator of the program. Note: No student may take over four hours of credit of this course while attending the college. Prerequisite: Student must have compiled 24 semester hours or more with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. Internships may require that the student pass a criminal background check.
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Psychology |
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PSYC 201 - Introduction to Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course introduces the student to the major ideas, concepts, methods, and principles in contemporary psychology with a special focus on psychology as a science. As a science that examines behavior and mental processes, psychology includes topics such as research methods, neurological bases of behavior, sensing and perceiving the physical world, states of consciousness, learning, emotion and its display, relationships between stress and health, higher cognitive processes such as memory and motivation, development, differing views of personality and its assessment, abnormal behavior and its treatment, social thinking, social influence, and social relations. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. Prerequisite: R.
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PSYC 206 - Social Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to the theory and research of how individuals think about, influence, and relate to one another. The major themes and topics include social thinking (e.g., self, attribution, belief, attitude, intuition) social influence (e.g., obedience, persuasion, propaganda, conformity, group effects) and social relations (e.g., prejudice, aggression, violence, attraction, altruism, media influence). In addition, these concepts are applied to areas such as health care, law, work, education, politics, and pop culture. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. Prerequisite: R, PSYC 201 or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 220 - Developmental Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to the study of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development of the individual during the life-span. A special emphasis is placed on the changes associated with childhood and adolescence. This course is based upon the views that development is due to interactions between nature and nurture, development is contextual in terms of recognizing culture and other environmental conditions, and that each person’s development is similar and yet unique to the development of others. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. Prerequisite: PSYC 201 or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 280 - Abnormal Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the changing concepts of maladaptive behavior. Included are possible etiologies, classifications, descriptions, and the various therapeutic modalities available. This course is a supportive course designed to meet occupational program requirements. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. Prerequisite: R, PSYC 201 or permission of instructor.
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Social Work |
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SWRK 100 - Introduction to Social Work
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course introduces the student to the basic conceptual knowledge of social service agencies and the role of the social worker. Included are the beginning skills for social service practice and discussion of the ethical commitments and legal considerations underlying professional social work careers. Students will gain firsthand knowledge of working with various social work populations by volunteering with local agencies and tying course material to their experience. Various groups and populations that are served by social workers are also covered.
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SWRK 150 - Ethics in Social Work
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
Ethical principles and practices of social workers are examined and practiced to prepare students for work in social work agencies. The roles, functions, and legal / ethical responsibilities of the social worker are investigated and discussed throughout. Students will learn the importance of using ethics to evaluate case situations in the realm of social work.
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SWRK 160 - Interviewing Strategies and Techniques for Social Workers
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
An introduction to the components of interviewing and counseling within social. The characteristics and roles of interviewer and counselor will be explored and practiced by the student. This class involves role play, video analysis, observation and feedback of student interviews.
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SWRK 272 - Social Work Internship
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
The purpose of this course is to permit mature students to engage in supervised field work in a human service agency. An understanding of the social work field is achieved through first-hand experience by interacting with professionals and the clients of the agency. Students will apply the knowledge they’ve learned throughout their academic career by writing journal entries that describe their experience, struggles, conflicts, feelings, and self-reflections on the knowledge they are gaining. Students will also write a paper at the end of their internship that applies their academic knowledge to the internship and summarizes their experience.
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Sociology |
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SOCY 100 - Introduction to Social Work
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course introduces the student to the basic conceptual knowledge of social service agencies and the role of the social worker. Included are the beginning skills for social service practice and discussion of the ethical commitments and legal considerations underlying professional social work careers. Students will gain first-hand knowledge of working with various social work populations by volunteering with local agencies and tying course material to their experience. Various groups and populations that are served by social workers are also covered.
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SOCY 103 - Cultural Diversity
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This is a social science elective which will encourage a better understanding of the dimensions of the human experience and the commonalities that knit all people together. This course will explore the beliefs that distinguish cultures and societies from one another. Understanding the dimensions stimulates dialogue about solutions to many complex social problems. We hope to prepare students to live in a diverse world and pluralistic community, and to prepare them for citizenship in both the local and global community. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement.
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SOCY 151 - Sociology
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course teaches the sociological perspective which stresses understanding the connections between the individual and society. Students will study human behavior within the context of social structure, groups, and one’s environment. Special emphasis is placed on sociological theory, culture, socialization, social institutions, deviance, social stratification, race/ethnicity, sex and gender, and marriage and the family. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement.
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SOCY 205 - Juvenile Delinquency and Justice
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course uses a sociological perspective to explain the causes and correlations of juvenile delinquency and crime. A history of the juvenile justice system and its current function will also be addressed. Students will explore the various theories, demographics, programs, and agencies that work with juvenile offenders. The effects of juvenile delinquency on the individual, the family, community, and society will also be explored. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. Prerequisites: R, SOCY 151 or permission of instructor.
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SOCY 206 - Sociology of Death and Dying
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course uses the sociological perspective to explore the group and individual response to death, dying, and bereavement within society. Students will examine the consequences and effects of death at the cultural, religious, family, and community levels and will learn the social process experienced during the dying process. Topics will include: America’s Death System, War and Terrorism, Suicide, Euthanasia, Aging and the Elderly, Sociology of the (Dying) Body, Economies of Death, and the process of Bereavement and Grief. Prerequisite: R
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SOCY 207 - Social Problems
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
In this course, students will study the extent, causes, and possible solutions to social problems in the United States. The course is divided into four sections that address explaining social problems, inequality, deviance, and institutional/global issues. Throughout the course students will be required to apply sociological theory and will be required to complete a research paper on a social problem of their choosing. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement. Prerequisites: SOCY 151
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SOCY 208 - Sociology of Marriage & the Family
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course uses the sociological perspective to analyze marriage and family life in contemporary America. Students will learn to see the societal influence found in marriage and family by reading, writing, and studying about gender roles and sexuality, historical and economic patterns affecting the family, singlehood, parenting, divorce and remarriage, and culture/ethnic differences. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science requirement.
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Spanish |
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SPAN 101 - Spanish I
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
Spanish I is an introduction to the Spanish language and cultures of the people who speak it. The course is designed for beginning students with no previous experience in Spanish who wish to develop effective communication skills in Spanish. It is designed to acquaint students with the four basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) which will carry over into their area of interest, i.e, travel, business, medicine, education, social work, etc. The course will also focus on cultural beliefs, values, and aspects of everyday life in Spanish-speaking countries and communities. Meets the Humanities requirement.
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SPAN 102 - Spanish II
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
Spanish II is the second course of a two-semester sequence in elementary Spanish. More complex structures are introduced while developing a foundation in the essentials of the language. The course emphasizes practice in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. The course will also provide useful information about the Spanish-speaking world. Meets the Humanities requirement. Prerequisite: “C” or better in SPAN 101 , or permission of instructor (successful mastery of Spanish I at the high school level as demonstrated by a proficient score on the Bay College Spanish I proficiency test administered to the student by the Spanish instructor).
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SPAN 112 - Spanish for Criminal Justice Majors I
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This course introduces students to Spanish language words, phrases, expressions, jargon, and cultural issues that are important for law enforcement and corrections personnel to know and understand. The students will gain insights into relationships between Spanish speaking countries and the United States which will enhance the student’s appreciation of the global community and his/her role in it as a criminal justice professional. The course emphasizes the practical application of the Spanish language in the day-to-day operations of law enforcement and corrections, with specific emphasis on traffic, investigation, arrest, tactical operations, booking procedures, correctional policies and commands and telecommunications. Prerequisite: CJUS 112 .
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SPAN 220 - Spanish III
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
Spanish III is intermediate Spanish. More complex structures are introduced with increased emphasis on conversation and comprehension. The course emphasizes practice in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. The course will also provide useful information about the Spanish-speaking world. Meets the Humanities requirement. Prerequisite: “C” or better in SPAN 102 , or permission of instructor (successful mastery of Spanish II at the high school level as demonstrated by a proficient score on the Bay College Spanish II proficiency test administered to the student by the Spanish instructor).
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Technology |
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TECH 100 - Basic Machine Tool Operation
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 6
This lecture/laboratory course emphasizes machine shop procedures and safety practices. Introduction to the basic operation of the engine lathe, milling machine, surface grinder, and drill press will be covered. The use and care of precision measuring tools will be undertaken. Coordinate measuring machine will be introduced.
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TECH 101 - Blueprint Reading
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 3
A study of mechanical part representation, technical nomenclature, standard symbology, and accepted practices for machine and welding drawings. Emphasis is placed on correct drawing interpretation. Technical sketches, lay-out templates, and patterns are created for shop use.
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TECH 105 - Materials of Industry
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
The objective of this course is to provide a generalized system of classification of materials and their industrial uses. This course is a supportive course designed to meet occupational program requirements. Scientific calculator is required.
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Water Resource Management |
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WATR 110 - Wastewater Operations & Management
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
The primary goal of this course is to present the student with basic knowledge of the design and operation of wastewater treatment plants. Topics covered will include activated sludge process, trickling filters, lagoons, and solids handling. Laboratory procedures and practices are also discussed. Recommended: MATH 095 or higher.
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WATR 120 - Water Operations & Management
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
A continuation of WATR 110 , the theory and applications of potable water treatment processing are stressed. Recommended: WATR 110 .
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WATR 150 - Team Project Course
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 3
With increasing emphasis on personnel initiative in the workplace, it is essential that one knows how to recognize, define, and analyze problems and develop workable solutions to correct them. This course provides those skills. At the beginning of the semester, the entire team will decide on the type of water or wastewater project. The students will be responsible for the development of a budget, public relations, project plans and time schedules, drawings, calculations, and presentations, and physically work together to “build” and “conduct” the project.
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WATR 151 - Team Project Course II
Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 3
The Team Project Course II will be a continuation of WATR 150 . This course will focus on bringing to completion the project that was thoroughly planned out in the first section. As with WATR 150 , students will be responsible for the operation of a budget, public relations, time schedules, plans, presentations, and finalization of the project. The student teams will be required to finish the project and present the project to the Water Advisory Board before grades are submitted. This course will also incorporate State exam and co-op preparation. Prerequisite: WATR 150 .
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WATR 220 - Industrial Solutions
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
To familiarize the student with the operation and control of specific industrial waste treatment technologies which discharge to surface waters, land, or for recycle, as well as those with Industrial Pretreatment Permits. Both biodegradable and toxic wastes will be considered; physical/chemical treatment, neutralization, solids disposal, product reclamation, and safety issues will be covered. Industrial process water treatment and groundwater remediation will be taken separately. Attention will be focused on specific treatment processes; mathematical calculations for design and process evaluation and control will be included.
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WATR 230 - Aquatic Evaluations & Bacteriology
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 4
This course presents bacteriologic testing and metabolic processes in water and wastewater. Stress will be placed on the microscopic examination and on bacteriological testing of organisms in water supplies and biological waste treatment facilities. Recommended: CHEM 090 or higher.
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WATR 240 - Environmental Analysis
Credit(s): 5
Contact Hours: 7
A systematic study of the theory and laboratory techniques needed to perform all analysis required to determine the suitability of sources of water for use and those analysis required to regulate the purification processes. Nutrient and solids removal will be stressed. Instrumental analysis will be studied extensively. Recommended: CHEM 110 & CHEM 112 , MATH 106 or equivalent.
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WATR 255 - Mechanical & Instrumentation
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 4
This course is designed to provide the student with basic mechanical knowledge and skills needed for maintenance of treatment plants. Includes maintenance of pumps, valves, meters, chlorination equipment, interpretation of shop drawings and blueprints, and an introduction to basic electricity.
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WATR 260 - Current Issues for Managers
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
The primary objective of this course is to assist the student to understand the relationship of the water utility with other municipal departments, with State and Federal regulatory agencies, and with the public. Emphasis is placed on the organizational structure, management programs, and the duties of supervisory personnel.
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WATR 270 - Water in Motion
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
This course presents the basic principles of hydraulics. Specific applications to water distribution, sewage collection, treatment plant systems, metering, and pumping are stressed. Recommended: MATH 106 or higher.
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WATR 272 - Professional Field Experience (Water)
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
This cooperative work experience is designed to provide the student with on-the-job learning opportunities within the area of water utilities. Prerequisites: WATR 120 , WATR 230 , WATR 250 , WATR 255 , and permission of instructor. Internships and Co-ops may require that the student pass a criminal background check.
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WATR 273 - Professional Field Experience (Wastewater)
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 4
This cooperative work experience is designed to provide the student with on-the-job learning opportunities within the area of wastewater utilities. Prerequisites: WATR 110 , WATR 230 , WATR 240 , WATR 255 , and permission of instructor. Internships and Co-ops may require that the student pass a criminal background check.
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WATR 274 - Environmental Internship
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This internship is designed to provide the student with on-the-job learning opportunities within the area of environmental management. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Internships and Co-ops may require that the student pass a criminal background check.
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WELD 110 - Introduction to Oxygen-Fuel Welding & Cutting
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 4
This lecture/laboratory course presents the underlying principles used in application of oxygen fuel, torch cutting, or brazing. Students also receive basic instruction in oxygen-acetylene welding of cast iron.
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WELD 120 - Arc Welding
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 6
This course is designed for students wishing a basic understanding of electric arc welding theory and applications. Emphasis is placed on manual techniques of shielded metal arc welding and oxy fuel cutting.
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WELD 210 - Advanced Arc Welding
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 6
Major emphasis… Included in this course are air carbon arc cutting, plasma arc cutting, use of the CNC burning table, and automatic torch cutting. At the end of this course students will take a welding test in an attempt to become certified welders, according to the AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Welding code. Prerequisite: WELD 120 .
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WELD 220 - Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG)
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 6
This course is designed to give the student the basic theory and application of semi-automatic wire-feed welding. Emphasis is placed on Short Arc, Flux Cored Arc, Spray Arc, and Self-Shielded Arc processes.
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WELD 240 - Basic Pipe Welding
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 6
This skill course is designed specifically for those students wishing to challenge the American Welding Society Certification test on structural and/or pipe welding. Prerequisite: WELD 210 or permission of instructor.
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WELD 260 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG)
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 6
The student will learn to produce welds safely with high frequency, gas tungsten arc welding equipment. Welding safety, gas tungsten arc welding fundamentals, equipment adjustments, current changes, polarity changes, and shielding gases will be stressed. Emphasis will be placed on the steel, aluminum, and stainless steel welding process. Previous welding experience recommended
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WELD 280 - Advanced Pipe Welding
Credit(s): 4
Contact Hours: 6
The student will learn to produce welds on pipe and tubing to comply with the A.S.M.E., Section IX, of the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Welding safety, polarity changes, current adjustments, and shielding gases will be stressed. Emphasis will be on root and fill pass welding using gas tungsten arc and shielded metal arc welding processes. Prerequisite: WELD 240 or equivalent.
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WGST 200 - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This class introduces students to the interdisciplinary study of women’s issues and gender identity in the human experience. Utilizing feminist theoretical analysis, the course will provide a general survey of the role and treatment of women in several interrelated disciplines such as psychology, sociology, history, political science, economics, and literature. The course will include discussion of women’s issues dealing with the social construction of gender and the intersections of gender with race, ethnicity, and class. The course enables students to critically examine their own social experiences and identify the power relationships and gender roles that shape the lives of women and men. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science and Humanities requirements. Prerequisites: E, R.
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WGST 200H - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies - Honors
Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3
This class introduces students to the interdisciplinary study of women’s issues and gender identity in the human experience. Utilizing feminist theoretical analysis, the course will provide a general survey of the role and treatment of women in several interrelated disciplines such as psychology, sociology, history, political science, economics, and literature. The course will include discussion of women’s issues dealing with the social construction of gender and the intersections of gender with race, ethnicity, and class. The course enables students to critically examine their own social experiences and identify the power relationships and gender roles that shape the lives of women and men. Meets the Social & Behavioral Science and Humanities requirements. This is an Honors course which requires additional work and academic rigor. Prerequisites: E, R, and acceptance into the Honors Program.
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