2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
    May 15, 2024  
2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Basic Skill Prerequisites

E = English Composition
M = Mathematics
R = Reading

 

Physics

  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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.

Plant Pathology

  
  • PLP 105 - Fundamentals of Applied Plant Pathology


    Credit(s): 1
    Contact Hours: 1

    Diseases of major agronomic and horticultural plants. Disease management. 
  
  • PLP 105L - Fundamentals of Applied Plant Pathology Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    Contact Hours: 1

    Identification of disease signs and symptoms in major agronomic and horticultural plants. Disease management techniques.

Political Science

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.

Psychology

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.

Radiography

  
  • RAD 100 - Introduction to Rad Tech


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    Introduction to the Radiologic Technology Profession. Subject areas studied are the development of the practice of radiology, medical relationships and ethics, use of basic x-ray equipment and accessories, prime exposure factors, and digital image processing. Practice in the fundamentals of equipment operation and image processing in the campus x-ray lab will provide the basis for developing initial psychomotor skills necessary to function as a radiographer. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program. Concurrent: RAD 110, RAD 113.
  
  • RAD 110 - Radiation Physics


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    Radiation Physics is a course designed to prepare students with a basic understanding of the principles of Radiation Physics, X-Ray Production and Interactions. Areas of concentration include Units of Measurement, Forces, Motion, Electrostatics, Magnetism, Basic Electrical Circuits, and Atomic and Nuclear Physics. Emphasis will be placed on the study of ionizing radiation which is especially important to the Radiographer. Two hours per week will be devoted to lecture, discussion, and hands on experiments. Prerequisite(s): Admission to program.  Concurrent: RAD 100, RAD 113.
  
  • RAD 113 - Radiation Biology


    Credit(s): 1
    Contact Hours: 1

    This course provides a study of the application of radiation and its effects. Areas of concentration are on the response and the biological effects of ionizing radiation on cells and tissues.  Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program. Concurrent: RAD 100, RAD 110.
  
  • RAD 115 - Principles of Rad. Exposure


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 4

    A study of the prime factors in radiographic technique determination, and how these factors relate to radiographic image quality factors. Conversion methods for adjusting radiographic technique to maintain radiographic quality are studied. An overview of the different systems of radiographic techniques is presented, and students learn how to formulate a radiographic technique system. Also studied are radiation protection, mobile radiography, image intensification, tomography, and digital radiography. Prerequisite(s): RAD 100, RAD 110, RAD 113. Concurrent: RAD 130, RAD 213.
  
  • RAD 130 - Radiographic Positioning I


    Credit(s): 4
    Contact Hours: 6

    An introduction to radiographic positioning fundamentals, terminology, and procedures. The study of the fundamentals of patient care and handling is integrated with study of the basic radiographic procedures of the thorax, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, pelvic girdle, spinal column, cranium, facial bones, and sinuses. Digital imaging basics are studied as well. Practice of the basic skills required in these procedures will be done in the campus x-ray labs. A cumulative final will be given the last week of classes.          Prerequisite(s): RAD 100, RAD 110, RAD 113. Concurrent: RAD 115, RAD 213.
  
  • RAD 175 - Radiographic Positioning II


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    A continuation of Radiographic Positioning I Fundamentals, terminology and procedures. The study of the fundamentals of patient care is integrated with study of the basic radiographic procedures of the upper gastrointestinal system, lower gastrointestinal system, gallbladder and biliary ducts, urinary system, mammary gland, pediatric radiography, arthrography, and myelography. Practice of the basic skills required in these procedures will take place in the campus x-ray lab. A cumulative final will be given the last week of classes. Prerequisite(s): RAD 115, RAD 130, RAD 213. Concurrent: RAD 180.
  
  • RAD 180 - Clinical Education I


    Credit(s): 6
    Contact Hours: 6

    The final phase of clinical practicum in the hospital environment designed to perfect the basic skills and develop the fundamental skills in more technically exacting procedures. Remaining entry-level procedures are assessed, and student image conferences are conducted. Prerequisite(s): RAD 115, RAD 130, RAD 213. Concurrent: RAD 175.
  
  • RAD 201 - Clinical Issues in Radiography I


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    This is the first in a series of courses intended to augment first year introductory courses and complement clinical education. Topics covered are medical-legal issues, communication, critical thinking, and Radiology administration. Students present case studies of selected radiographic procedures performed during clinical education. A semester project integrating didactic concepts with clinical education is conducted. Review and preparation is begun for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination. Prerequisite(s): RAD 175, RAD 180. Concurrent: RAD 205, RAD 211, RAD 217.
  
  • RAD 205 - Clinical Education II


    Credit(s): 7
    Contact Hours: 7

    The second phase of clinical practicum in the hospital environment provides the opportunity for the student radiographer to develop and perfect skills. Additional radiographic procedures are performed under the appropriate level of supervision and assessed. Student image conferences are again conducted.   Prerequisite(s): RAD 175, RAD 180. Concurrent: RAD 201, RAD 211, RAD 217.
  
  • RAD 211 - Sectional Anatomy


    Credit(s): 1
    Contact Hours: 1

    The final phase of clinical practicum in the hospital environment designed to perfect the basic skills and develop the fundamental skills in more technically exacting procedures. Remaining entry-level procedures are assessed, and student image conferences are conducted. Prerequisite(s): RAD 175, RAD180. Concurrent: RAD 201, RAD 205, RAD 217.
  
  • RAD 213 - Radiation Protection


    Credit(s): 1
    Contact Hours: 1

    This course continues and summarizes the study of the principles of radiation protection included in previous program courses. The practical applications of radiation protection in the clinical setting are discussed. Minimizing patient exposure while maintaining image quality is emphasized, as is radiation safety for medical imaging and other medical professionals. Prerequisite(s): RAD 100, RAD 110, RAD 113. Concurrent: RAD 115, RAD 130.
  
  • RAD 217 - Advancements in Imaging


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    A continuation of advanced study in radiologic technology. Radiographic procedures and imaging methods used to access and demonstrate special anatomical areas or systems are investigated. The pathological processes that necessitate radiological investigation are introduced and correlated with their diagnostic manifestation on the imaging modality utilized.     Prerequisite(s): RAD 175, RAD 180. Concurrent: RAD 201, RAD 205, RAD 211.
  
  • RAD 221 - Clinical Issues in Radiography II


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    This course is the second in a series of courses intended to augment first year introductory courses and complement clinical education. Topics covered are critical thinking and problem-solving skills in radiography and communication in medical imaging, and career planning. In addition, students evaluate selected radiographs taken during clinical education. A capstone portfolio is produced. Review for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination is continued. Students are required to pass a capstone simulated registry examination. Prerequisite(s): RAD 201, RAD 205, RAD 211, RAD 217. Concurrent: RAD 250.
  
  • RAD 250 - Clinical Education III


    Credit(s): 7
    Contact Hours: 7

    The final phase of clinical practicum in the hospital environment designed to perfect the basic skills and develop the fundamental skills in more technically exacting procedures. Remaining entry-level procedures are assessed, and student image conferences are conducted.  Prerequisite(s): RAD 201, RAD 205, RAD 211, RAD 217. Concurrent: RAD 221.

Social Work

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.

Sociology

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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
  
  • 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  
  
  • 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.

Spanish

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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).
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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).

Technology

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.

Water Resource Management

  
  • 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.
  
  • WATR 111 - Wastewater Operations and Management I


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    The primary goal of this course is to present the student with basic knowledge of the wastewater treatment process, operation of wastewater treatment systems and troubleshooting math. Topics covered will include collections, pretreatment, primary treatment, biological treatment and secondary clarification. Operator troubleshooting through mathematical calculations will be stressed.   High School Algebra or College level Math
  
  • WATR 112 - Wastewater Operations and Management II


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    The goal of this course is to present the student with advanced knowledge of the design and operation of wastewater treatment plants with a stress on biological treatment and nutrient addition. Biological treatment, secondary clarification, solids handling, nutrient removal, and effluent discharge.  Operator troubleshooting through mathematical calculations will be a focus for each treatment system.  WATR 111
  
  • 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 .
  
  • WATR 121 - Water Operations and Management I


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    This course will take a student from source water (river, lake, etc.) to the end of a water treatment system. Troubleshooting and math instruction will support treatment operations of a water plant. Topics covered will include water source treatment, pretreatment, sedimentation, and filtration. Operator troubleshooting through mathematical calculations will be stressed.   College Level Math or High School Algebra
  
  • WATR 122 - Water Operations and Management II


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    This course is a continuation of WATR 121. This course will take a student through membrane, softening, arsenic and other high level treatment systems. Troubleshooting and math instruction will support the learning process along with operations of these water treatment systems.  WATR 121
  
  • WATR 125 - Water Math


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    This course will teach water and wastewater math. Operational math, state-exam preparation formulas, and learning basic math tools and algebra as it relates to water math will be stressed. We will start with areas, volumes, conversions and detention times which are common in both water and wastewater. Then water and wastewater math as it relates to operations. High School or College Level Algebra
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 .
  
  • WATR 152 - Water Career Preparation


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    Emphasis will be put on preparing the student for their co-op, employment, and State Exams along with doing a team project. This course was designed with an emphasis put on project development, research and team building. Working together to complete a project and learn how to collaborate as a team. This is an online course, but you will be required to communicate with other students and the instructor weekly. They will be responsible for the development of a budget, public relations, plans, drawings, calculations, and presentations and physically work together to build the project. None None None WATR 111 and WATR 121
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • WATR 231 - Aquatics and Bacteriology


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    This course presents bacteriologic testing and metabolic processes in water and wastewater. Emphasis is placed on microscopic examination and required bacteriologic tests of organisms in public water supplies and biological waste treatment facilities. Various software uses will be implemented throughout class. This is the lecture portion of the course.   College level chemistry and math such as: CHEM 102/104 or CHEM 110 and MATH 105
  
  • WATR 232 - Aquatics and Bacteriology Lab


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    This course presents bacteriologic testing and metabolic processes in water and wastewater. Emphasis is placed on microscopic examination and required bacteriologic tests of organisms in public water supplies and biological waste treatment facilities. Various software uses will be implemented throughout class. This is the lab portion of the course.   College level chemistry and math such as: CHEM 102/104 or 110 and MATH 105
  
  • 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.
  
  • WATR 241 - Environmental Analysis


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    The systematic study of the theory and laboratory techniques needed to perform all analysis required to determine the suitability of sources of water. Lab techniques required to regulate the wastewater treatmetnt processes. Nutrient and solids removal will be stressed. The lecture will also focus on chemical calculations and how lab results will help operate the wastewater plant.  WATR 111 and CHEM 102/104 
  
  • WATR 242 - Environmental Analysis Lab


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 5

     A systematic study of the theory and laboratory techniques needed to perform all analysis required to determine the suitability of sources of water. Lab techniques required to regulate the wastewater treatment processes. Nutrient and solids removal will be stressed. Instrumental analysis will be studied extensively. WATR 111 and CHEM 102/104 
  
  
  • WATR 251 - Water Analysis Lecture


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    A continuation of WATR 241/242, stressing laboratory analysis for potable water treatment. This course will be the lecture portion of this class. The course will provide systematic theory and laboratory techniques needed to perform all test procedures required to regulate municipal water systems.   CHEM 102/104 or CHEM 110 and WATR 121 Water Operations and Management I
  
  • WATR 252 - Water Analysis Lab


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 5

    A continuation of WATR 242, stressing laboratory analysis for potable water treatment. The course will provide systematic theory and laboratory techniques needed to perform all test procedures required to regulate municipal water systems. CHEM 102/104 and WATR 121 Water Operations and Management I
  
  • 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.
  
  • WATR 256 - Power and Instrumentation


    Credit(s): 2
    Contact Hours: 2

    This course is designed to provide the student with basic mechanical and instrumentation knowledge and skills needed for maintenance of Water and Wastewater treatment systems. This includes maintenance of pumps, valves, meters, chlorination equipment, interpretation of shop drawings and tools required to perform maintenance tasks. Safety will be stressed.   WATR 111 and WATR 121
  
  • 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.
  
  • WATR 262 - Utility Management and Business


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 3

    This course presents the relationship of the water utility with other municipal departments, public, and regulatory agencies. Emphasis is placed on management programs and systems, resume and interviewing, supervisory skills, public relations, security, and crisis management. Business topics such as basic accounting, financial reports, and managing system costs are taught too. The course will also focus on current software and applications being used in the water industry.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.

Welding

  
  • WELD 110 - Metal Processing Fundamentals


    Credit(s): 3
    Contact Hours: 4

    This lecture/laboratory course presents the underlying principals used in working with metals.   This includes the torch cutting, torch brazing, and torch welding processes.   Students will learn techniques that readily translate into modern cutting practices and welding processes. None None None
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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
  
  • 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.

Women’s and Gender Studies

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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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