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2015-2016 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Electrical Technology |
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ELT 14000 Solar/Wind Energy Systems (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-2)
(F,W,S)
This course is designed to teach students how solar and wind energies are converted, transmitted and stored. Topics include design, components, installation, power distribution and maintenance of solar/wind energy systems. Theory and hands- on instruction include both residential and industrial renewable energy generation systems that are commonly used to provide the electrical needs of consumers in today’s markets. Prerequisites: Either ELT 10103 , ELT 10104 and ELT 10112 , or OPE 14000 or AUT 16401 .
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ELT 20303 Load Calculations - Branch Circuits (0.7 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains how to calculate branch circuit and feeder loads for various residential and commercial applications. (Replaces ELT 20068)
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ELT 20304 Conductor Selection and Calculation (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers the various factors involved in conductor selection, including insulation types, current-carrying capacity, temperature ratings, and voltage drop. (Replaces ELT 20069)
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ELT 20305 Practical Applications of Lighting (0.5 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers specific types of incandescent, fluorescent, and HID lamps, as well as ballasts, troubleshooting, and various types of lighting controls. (Replaces ELT 20082)
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ELT 20306 Hazardous Locations (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers the NEC® requirements for equipment installed in various hazardous locations. (Replaces ELT 20080)
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ELT 20307 Overcurrent Protection (1 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains how to size and select circuit breakers and fuses for various applications. Also covers short circuit calculations and troubleshooting. (Replaces ELT 20070)
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ELT 20308 Distribution Equipment (0.5 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Discusses switchboards and switchgear, including installation, grounding, and maintenance requirements. This module includes blueprints. (Replaces ELT 20073)
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ELT 20309 Transformers (0.5 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Discusses transformer types, construction, connections, protection, and grounding. (Replaces ELT 20074)
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ELT 20310 Commercial Electrical Services (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers the components, installation considerations, and NEC® requirements for various commercial services.
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ELT 20311 Motor Calculations (0.5 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers calculations required to size conductors and overcurrent protection for motor applications. (Replaces ELT 20076)
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ELT 20312 Voice, Data, and Video (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers installation, termination, and testing of various voice, data, and video cabling systems.
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ELT 20313 Motor Controls (0.5 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Provides information on selecting, sizing, and installing motor controllers. Also covers control circuit pilot devices and basic relay logic. (Replaces ELT 20078)
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ELT 20404 Load Calculations - Feeder and Serv (0.8 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Topics include basic calculation procedures for commercial and residential applications. (Replaces ELT 20081)
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ELT 20405 Health Care Facilities (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers the installation of electric circuits in health care facilities, including the requirements for life safety and critical circuits.
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ELT 20406 Standby and Emergency Systems (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains the NEC® requirements for electric generators and storage batteries. (Replaces ELT 20083)
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ELT 20407 Basic Electronic Theory (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains the function and operation of basic electronic devices, including semiconductors, diodes, rectifiers, and transistors. (Replaces ELT 20084)
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ELT 20408 Fire Alarm Systems (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers fire alarm control units, Digital Alarm Communicator Systems (DACS), wiring for alarm initiating and notification devices, and alarm system maintenance. (Replaces ELT 20085)
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ELT 20409 Specialty Transformers (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers various types of transformers and their applications. Also provides information on selecting, sizing, and installing these devices. (Replaces ELT 20086)
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ELT 20410 Advanced Motor Controls (0.8 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Discusses applications and operating principles of solid-state controls, reduced-voltage starters, and adjustable frequency drives. Also covers basic troubleshooting procedures. (Replaces ELT 20087)
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ELT 20411 HVAC Controls (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Provides a basic overview of HVAC systems and their controls. Also covers electrical troubleshooting and NEC® requirements. (Replaces ELT 20088)
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ELT 20412 Heat Tracing and Freeze Protection (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers various heat tracing systems along with their applications and installation requirements. (Replaces ELT 20090)
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ELT 20413 Motor Operation and Maintenance (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers motor cleaning, testing, and preventive maintenance. Also describes basic troubleshooting procedures.
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ELT 20414 Medium Voltage Termination/Splices (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Offers an overview of the NEC® and cable manufacturers’ requirements for medium-voltage terminations and splices.
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ELT 20415 Special Locations (0.8 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Describes the NEC® requirements for selecting and installing equipment, enclosures, and devices in various special locations including places of assembly, theaters, carnivals, agricultural buildings, marinas, temporary installations, wired partitions and swimming pools.
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ELT 20416 Introductory Skills for Crew Leader (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Teaches the basic leadership skills required to supervise personnel. Discusses principles of project planning, scheduling, estimating, management, and presents several case studies for student participation.
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ELT 20418 Michigan Laws & Rules (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
The requirements of the Electrical Administrative Act (217) and Michigan 2008 Electrical Code rules, Part 8 will be discussed as to how these laws apply to safeguard person and property in electrical installations in the State of Michigan. Student will also learn how to fill out application forms for electrical licensure and the permitting process. Prerequisite: ELT-10105
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Emergency Medical Services |
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EMS 10000 Basic Emergency Medical Technician (10 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (10-0)
(F)
The Basic Emergency Medical Technician course is a Michigan Department of Community Health approved course that provides the information and experience necessary to prepare the student to take the National Registry Basic EMT Certification Exam. Students learn the role and responsibilities of an emergency medical technician in providing emergency care. This program covers anatomy and physiology, initial patient survey and triage, airway management, oxygen therapy, and treatment of bleeding, shock, cardiac arrest, fractures, spinal injuries and other medical emergencies. Additional areas of study include automated external defibrillation,multi-lumen airways and general pharmacology. Prerequisites: MTH 07300 , ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 or demonstrated competency.
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EMS 10100 Clinical I (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-3)
(F)
This course is designed for students to observe and participate in the clinical experiences in both the pre-hospital and hospital settings. Students must complete a minimum of thirty-two hours in the hospital emergency room and at a pre-hospital life support agency. Prerequisites: MTH 07300 , ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 or demonstrated competency.
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EMS 11000 Emergency First Responder (4.25 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3.75-1)
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This course will provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage ill or injured victims at the scene of an emergency until the arrival of ambulance personnel. All students who successfully complete this course will be eligible to take the NREMT Emergency Medical Responder test to obtain a state of Michigan MFR License.
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EMS 20000 Intro to Emergency Medicine (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F)
This course is the beginning of the Paramedic portion of the EMS program. Topics covered include EMS safety, well being, roles responsibiolity, illness/injury prevention, legal issues, ethics, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, life span development, public health, basic pharmacology principles, medications and pharmacology. Prerequisites: MTH 07300 or MTH-073PR, ENG 09000 or ENG-090PR, ENG 09601 or ENG096PR, EMS 10000 and EMS 10100 . Co-requisites: EMS 20100 and EMS 20200 .
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EMS 20100 Pharmacology (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2.5-1)
(F)
This course covers medications and pharmacology, drug calculations, medicine administration, IV/IO access, airway anatomy and physiology, oxygen administration, intubation, and CPAP/capnography. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 and EMS 10100 . Co-requisites: EMS 20000 and EMS 20200 .
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EMS 20200 Patient Assessment (2.5 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-0.75)
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This course covers communication, history taking, patient assessment, and communication/documentation for Paramedics. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 and EMS 10100 . Co-requisites: EMS 20000 and EMS 20100 .
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EMS 20300 Medical/Surgical (5.5 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (5-1)
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This course introduces students to concepts focusing on how the client responds to alterations in health. Course content includes ears, eyes, nose, throat, pulmonology, cardiology, neurology, endocrinology/nutrition, immune system, GI systems, renal, urogenital, musculoskeletal/skin, toxicology, infectious disease, psychiatric/drug abuse, blood disorders/shock. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 , EMS 10100 , EMS 20000 , EMS 20100 and EMS 20200 . Co-requisites: EMS 20400 and EMS 20500 .
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EMS 20400 Special Considerations (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2.5-0.7)
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This course introduces students to concepts related to obstetrics/gynecology, neonatology, pediatrics, geriatrics, abuse/assault, special needs and social issues/chronic illness. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 , EMS 10100 , EMS 20000 , EMS 20100 and EMS 20200 . Co-requisites: EMS 20300 and EMS 20500 .
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EMS 20500 Clinical II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-9.2)
(W)
This course is designed for students to observe and participate in clinical experiences in both the pre-hospital and hospital settings. Student must complete a minimum of 150 hours in the hospital emergency room, OB and Surgery. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 , EMS 10100 , EMS 20000 , EMS 20100 and EMS 20200 . Co-requisites: EMS 20300 and EMS 20400 .
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EMS 20600 Trauma (5.5 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4.25-2.5)
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This course focuses on skills required when treating trauma situations. Topics include bleeding, soft tissue injuries, burns, head/face trauma, spinal trauma, thoracic trauma, abdominal trauma, musculoskeletal trauma, environmental emergencies, farm/wilderness emergencies, trauma treatment transport, deployment operations, crime scene, dispatch, vehicle ops, rescue, hazardous material/disaster response, tactical EMS. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 , EMS 10100 , EMS 20000 , EMS 20100 , EMS 20200 , EMS 20300 , EMS 20400 and EMS 20500 . Co-requisite: EMS 20700 .
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EMS 20700 Clinical III (2 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-6)
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This course is designed for students to observe and participate in the clinical experiences in both the pre-hospital and hospital settings. Students must complete a minimum of 100 hours in the hospital emergency room, OB and Surgery. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 , EMS 10100 , EMS 20000 , EMS 20100 , EMS 20200 , EMS 20300 , EMS 20400 and EMS 20500 . Co-requisite: EMS 20600 .
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EMS 20800 EMS Capstone (6.25 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (5.5-1.5)
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This capstone course will build upon the entire didactic portion of the EMS program. It will provide the core certificate courses such as CPR for the Healthcare Provider, ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and PHTLS (Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support), which will be the requirement for most EMS jobs. This course will also be a complete review of everything the student has learned and prepare him/her for the Final Exam and the National Registry Exam. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 , EMS 10100 , EMS 20000 , EMS 20100 , EMS 20200 , EMS 20300 , EMS 20400 , EMS 20500 , EMS 20600 and EMS 20700 . Co-requisite: EMS 29900 .
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EMS 29900 Internship (5.25 cr.)
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The externship course is a requirement of the State of Michigan which allows the student to provide pre-hospital care as a team leader with a life support agency. A licensed experienced paramedic and EMT will be with the student at all times. The student must complete 250 hours in the pre-hospital setting with a life support agency and achieve 50 patient contacts. Prerequisites: EMS 10000 , EMS 10100 , EMS 20000 , EMS 20100 , EMS 20200 , EMS 20300 , EMS 20400 , EMS 20500 , EMS 20600 and EMS 20700 . Co-requisite: EMS 20800 .
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English & Literature |
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ENG 251– Topics in Literature (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course is a study of a significant literary topic and may cover genres, literary figures, subjects, or themes. The class may be repeated for credit if the topics are different. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. Note: offered in even-numbered years. (Humanities Credit - Literature)
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ENG 08602 Basic Reading Skills (3 cr.)
(F,W)
This course offers instruction in basic reading techniques to improve comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: COMPASS Reading score of 31-55.
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ENG 08805 Writing Mechanics (2 cr.)
(F,W)
This course provides individualized and/or small group instruction in basic writing skills. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
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ENG 09000 College Writing Skills (3 cr.)
(F,W,S)
This course provides instruction for freshmen who have demonstrated limited ability in communication skills. Content includes emphasis on grammar, word usage, mechanics, and basic expository writing. NOTE: Successful completion of this course is a prerequisite for ENG 10303 for students who have not demonstrated proficiency on the English placement test.
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ENG 09601 College Reading Skills (3 cr.)
(F,W,S)
This course focuses on identifying each student’s strengths and problems as a learner and using that information to improve reading and study skills. It also emphasizes goal setting, time management, critical reading/thinking, vocabulary building, and reading faster while understanding more.
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ENG 10303 English Composition I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W,S)
Composition I teaches the writing skills necessary to succeed in communicating in career, college or life. Students will write and revise four formal, structured essays, two impromptu essays, and many informal composition works. The course will introduce students to research skills through a short research project applying writing and computer skills. Prerequisites: ENG 09000 or a satisfactory writing sample, and ENG 09601 or a satisfactory reading placement. (Communication)
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ENG 10403 English Composition II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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A continuation of English Composition I, this course emphasizes writing analytical, critical, and argumentative essays and developing effective thinking skills. The course provides practice in library methods, research techniques, and the documented research essay. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 . (Communication)
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ENG 10602 Technical Writing (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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A course which introduces effective organizational writing with a technical focus. Students write documents which meet the information needs of business, industrial, professional, and government organizations. Assignments include business letters, memorandums, job applications materials, technical descriptions, instructions, proposals, and short and long reports. The course provides practice in document design, library methods, research techniques, and documented research writing. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 .
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ENG 11800 Intro Technical & Prof Writing (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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ENG 11800 is an introduction to technical and professional communication for students pursuing applied science degrees and certificates in career and technical programs. The course is intended to meet the needs of students who wish to gain useful practice in professional communication required in organizations and the work place. This course is not intended for transfer students. Prerequisites: ENG 09601 (College Reading Skills) and ENG 09000 (College Writing Skills) or demonstrated competency. Co-requisite: Enrollment in a Career Technical Program
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ENG 21400 Intro to Literature (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
This course considers the expression in literature of such universal themes in human experience as the loss of innocence, the search for identity, the desire for happiness, and the confrontation with death through the study of selected essays, fiction, poetry, and drama. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. Note: Offered in Winter of even-numbered years. (Humanities Credit - Literature)
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ENG 21500 Creative Writing (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course provides study and practice of imaginative writing in poetry and fiction. Half the class time will be used in workshop format, sharing work for group comment and critique. The other half of class time will be used to discuss contemporary creative works and essays by writers. Prerequisite or corequisite: ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. (Humanities Credit)
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ENG 22300 Intro to Poetry (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course provides discussion, analysis, and critical evaluation of selected works by various poets. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. (Humanities Credit - Literature)
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ENG 22500 Contemporary Literature (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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Students will study works of selected authors of the 20th century. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. Note: Offered in Summer of odd-numbered years. (Humanities Credit - Literature)
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ENG 22800 Mythology (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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A cross-cultural and historical survey of the world’s myths, the class will also consider such questions as the meaning of myth, the purposes and functions of myth, theories of how myths originate, and ways that myths have been analyzed and interpreted. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. Note: Offered in Fall of odd-numbered years. (Humanities Credit - Literature)
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ENG 23000 American Literature Before 1865 (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course surveys the growth and development of America’s literature from its beginnings to the Civil War. Representative authors may include Bradstreet, Franklin, Irving, Cooper, Poe, Hawthorne, Thoreau, Melville, Whitman, and others. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. (Humanities Credit - Literature)
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ENG 23100 American Literature After 1865 (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course is a survey of the growth and development of America’s literature from the Civil War to the present day. Representative authors may include Twain, James, Frost, Eliot, O’Neill, Hemingway, Faulkner, Welty, Bellow, and others. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. (Humanities Credit - Literature)
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ENG 23300 British Literature I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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A survey of British Literature from its beginnings through the 18th Century. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C- or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. Note: Offered in even-numbered years. (Humanities Credit-Literature)
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ENG 23400 British Literature II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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A survey of British Literature from Romanticism to the present. Prerequisite: Satisfactory (C-or above) completion of ENG 10303 or permission of instructor. Note: Offered in Winter of odd-numbered years. (Humanities credit–Literature)
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ENG 25112 Science Fiction and Fantasy (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
S (even-numbered years)
This course is a study of Science Fiction and Fantasy literatures. It will investigate the progression of the genre with a look at Greek Myth, modern science fiction and fantasy novels and films. The focus will be on the quest and development of heroes in fantasy. The focus will also be on the future as the effects of science and technology on society are explored and developed in literature. ENG 10303 (C- or higher grade)
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English as a Second Language |
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ESL 01000 Eng as a 2nd Lang/Beginning (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This self-instructional course addresses the needs of an international student who is minimally conversant in English. The course concentrates mainly on oral communication. The class involves independent listening to audiotapes and language practice with a native-speaking tutor/trainer for three hours per week. A minimal amount of grammar and textbook reading may also be introduced. Prerequisite: approval of instructor, based on a personal interview and/or writing sample.
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ESL 05000 Eng as a 2nd Lang/Intermediate (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W)
This course addresses the needs of an international student who can converse and read in English. The class combines two-page readings, discussion, vocabulary and grammar practice, as well as sentence and paragraph writing. Prerequisite: approval of instructor, based on a personal interview and/or writing sample.
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ESL 06000 Eng as a 2nd Lang/High Intermediate (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W)
This course addresses the needs of an international student who can converse, read, and write short paragraphs in English. The class focuses mainly on the writing of 200-400 word essays. This course prepares the student to take ENG 10303 . Prerequisite: ESL 05000 or permission of instructor, based on a personal interview and a writing sample (placement test).
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Fire Fighter Training |
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FFT 20700 Firefighter I & II (14 cr.)
(F,W)
This course first provides an introduction to basic fire suppression, prevention procedures and skill development, and then deals with advanced fire suppression techniques. This course is for students who are currently employed by a Michigan Fire Marshall recognized fire department, or currently seeking employment, and/or volunteer in a recognized fire district. This course meets the state-mandated requirements for preparing students to take the exam for state certification for entry-level on-call or volunteer fire fighters. Michigan State law mandates that persons taking this course must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
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Finance |
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FIN 20000 Principles of Finance (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
Concentrates on knowledge needed to make keen financial decisions in an increasingly competitive business environment. Practical application of financial concepts, international dimensions and ethical issues.
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Geology |
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GEL 10500 Physical Geology (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
(F)
This lecture and laboratory course examines earth materials and the internal and external processes acting on them. Among the topics to be discussed are rocks and minerals, vulcanism, accretion, and the agents of erosion. Laboratory studies include rock and mineral identification and interpretation of topographic maps, geologic maps, and aerial photographs. (Science Credit)
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GEL 23000 Prehistoric Life (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
(W)
An introduction to the three billion year history of life on earth. Topics include the origin of life, mass extinctions, history of dinosaurs and evolution of mammals Prerequisite: ENG 09601 . (Science Credit)
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Geography |
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GEO 10000 World Geography (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F,W,S)
This course provides description and analysis of basic geographic concepts as they relate to the major world regions, and the distribution patterns of various social, economic, and cultural activities of man. Prerequisite or co-requisite: ENG 10303 . (Social Science Credit)
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History |
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HIS 10500 History of World Societies to 1500 (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F)
This course provides a historical survey of the origins and development of human communities from their prehistoric origins to the 16th century. Emphasis is given to similarities, differences, and interrelationships among selected societies, cultures, and civilizations Prerequisites: ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 or demonstrated competency. (Humanities Credit)
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HIS 10600 Hist of World Societies Since 1500 (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
This course is a historical survey of the human community from approximately 1500 to the present. Emphasis is given to the nature, cause, and consequences of the current phase of global integration. Prerequisites: ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 or demonstrated competency. (Humanities Credit)
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HIS 20100 United States History to 1865 (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F)
This course is a survey of the history of the United States from its European background through the Civil War, with special emphasis on the colonial period and the Revolution, the rise of the federal system of government, the growth of democracy, territorial expansion, sectionalism and the Civil War. Prerequisites:ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 or demonstrated competency. (Humanities Credit)
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HIS 20200 United States History Since 1865 (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
A continuation of HIS 20100 , this is a survey of United States history from 1865 to the present, starting with the aftermath of the Civil War, emphasizing industrial growth, social changes, and reforms, 20th-century political trends, international commitments, and leadership. Prerequisites: ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 . (Humanities Credit)
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HIS 20300 Michigan History (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F)
This course provides a survey of the history of Michigan from the coming of the white man. The history of the state is placed in its regional and national setting. Prerequisite or co-requisite: ENG 10303 . (Humanities Credit)
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HIS 20400 The American Civil War (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
This course examines the origins and outcomes of the sectional conflict that split the United States in two from 1861 to 1865. Emphasis is given to social, political, and military events from the 1840s to the end of Reconstruction. Prerequisite or corequisite: ENG 10303 . (Humanities Credit)
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Health Information Technology |
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HIT 10600 Intro-Health Information Management (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W,S)
This course is designed to introduce the student to health information systems from a broad view of the health care industry to the basic elements of health information technology, through the physician’s office, acute care setting, and other health care environments. Introduces the structure and operations of healthcare organizations and the role of various disciplines; and health record content, data sets, licensure, accreditation, certification, and basic computer information systems that apply to health care. Prerequisite or co-requisite: CIS 10500 .
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HIT 20000 Intro to Electronic Health Records (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-4)
(F,W,S)
This course is designed to introduce the student to health informatics with a primary focus on the function, content, structure, and implementation of electronic health record (EHR) systems in health care delivery. Students will learn to use and evaluate EHR software for accessing a patient account, creating a patient file, and to enter and retrieve data. Introduces compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality. Prerequisite: HIT 10600 or OIS 10600 . Prerequisite or co-requisite: CIS 10500 .
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HIT 21301 Diagnostic Coding (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F,W,S)
This course is designed to introduce the student to basic coding rules, regulations, and conventions for the current International Classification of Diseases using automated and manual systems. Introduces other classifications, nomenclatures, medical vocabularies, and applicable payment classification systems. Builds practical application skills in code assignment from brief diagnostic statements to more complex coding scenarios. Prerequisites: ALH 10101 & BIO 10700 . Co-requisite: ALH 10801 .
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HIT 21601 Procedure Coding (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F,W,S)
This course is designed to introduce the student to basic coding rules, regulations, and conventions for current procedural coding classifications using automated and manual systems. Introduction to other classifications, nomenclatures, medical vocabularies, and applicable payment classification systems. Builds practical application skills in code assignment from brief procedural statements to more complex coding scenarios. Prerequisites: ALH 10101 & BIO 10700 . Co-requisite: ALH 10801 .
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HIT 23001 Health Statistics & Quality Improve (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F)
This course is designed to provide health care students with a rudimentary understanding of the terms, definitions and formulas used in computing health care statistics and to self-testing opportunities and application of the statistical formula. Introduces the study and application of quality assessment and improvement concepts in healthcare organizations and external regulatory requirements for health record documentation. Prerequisite: MTH 07300 or MTH-073PR and HIT 10600 or OIS 10600 .
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HIT 23102 Health Information Management II (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-4)
(W)
This course will expand concepts from Intro to Health Information Management, utilizing case studies and projects. Topics covered will include screen designs, advanced concepts of health care delivery systems, registries, human resource skills, team building and budgeting. Prerequisite: HIT 10600 or OIS 10600 . Co-requisite: HIT 29901 .
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HIT 23200 Health Data Content & Structure (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-4)
(F)
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the content, use and structure of health care data and data sets and how these components relate to primary and secondary record systems. Incorporates mastery of storage and retrieval systems, documentation requirements, abstracting, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and registries. Prerequisites: HIT 20000 , HIT 21301 and HIT 21601 .
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HIT 23301 Revenue Cycle & Reimbursement (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-4)
(F)
This course is designed to introduce the student to the uses of coded data from cases in reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to health care settings and managed care. An introduction to revenue cycle management to include billing processes, claims management, and chargemaster. Prerequisites: HIT 21301 (or OIS-21301) and HIT 21601 (or OIS-21601). Prerequisite or corequisite: CIS 10500 .
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HIT 29901 Practicum-Health Information Technology (4 cr.)
(W)
This course provides students with a component of extensive review of health information technology skills. Emphasis is placed on application of all health information technology in traditional and/or non-traditional health care facilities through on-site and/or online simulations. Program audit must be completed and approved by advisor one semester prior to the practicum Prerequisites: Completion of all other HIT courses for the degree except HIT 23102 . Prerequisite or co-requisite: HIT 23102 .
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HIT 29905 Internship-Medical Billing and Coding (3 cr.)
(F,W)
The internship consists of 108 hours of supervised office work experience in a facility. Some internships may have an option of face-to-face or virtual learning depending upon the certificate or degree program. A 20-hour online career workshop consisting of research, portfolios, interviewing, networking, time and stress management, resume writing and cover letters will take place during the first four weeks of the semester. Students will complete a final office skills competency test at the end of the internship. Prerequisites: Completion of all other required courses for the certificate, completion of all HIT and OIS courses with a minimum grade of C+, an overall program GPA of 2.3, and permission of the HIT/OIS advisor.
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HUM 20500 The Individual and Society (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W)
This course examines the perspectives of many social sciences and cultures in order to appreciate the mosaic of American and other societies from a variety of points of view. As several key current social issues and controversies are studied, students will work to illuminate an understanding of their own place in their communities, the larger society, and the modern world. Prerequisites: ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 or demonstrated competency. (Humanities Credit)
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HVC 10130 EPA Refrigerant Certification (1 cr.)
(V)
This course is designed to prepare the participant to write the EPA refrigerant examination. Upon successful completion of the examination, participants will qualify for refrigerant certification. This certification is required by the EPA for any individual who installs, maintains, and/or repairs commercial refrigeration systems.
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HVC 11100 Introduction to HVAC (0.3 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers the basic principles of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning, career opportunities in HVAC, and how apprenticeship programs are constructed. Basic safety principles, as well as trade licensure and EPA guidelines, are also introduced. (Replaces HVC 11000 & HVC 10093)
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HVC 11101 Trade Mathematics (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains how to solve HVAC/R trade related problems involving the measurement of lines, area, volume, weights, angles, pressure, vacuum, and temperature. Also includes a review of scientific notation, powers, roots, and basic algebra and geometry. (Replaces HVC 11001 & HVC 10094)
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HVC 11102 Basic Electricity (0.5 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Introduces the concept of power generation and distribution, common electrical components, AC and DC circuits, and electrical safety as it relates to the HVAC field. Introduces reading and interpreting wiring diagrams. (Replaces HVC 11005 and HVC 10099)
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HVC 11103 Introduction to Heating (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers the fundamentals of heating systems and the combustion process. The different types and designs of gas furnaces and their components, as well as basic procedures for their installation and service, is provided. (Replaces HVC 11007 & HVC 10101)
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HVC 11104 Introduction to Cooling (1.2 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains the fundamental operating concepts of the refrigeration cycle and identifies both primary and secondary components found in typical HVAC/R systems. Common refrigerants are introduced as well. Describes the principles of heat transfer and the essential pressure temperature relationships of refrigerants. Basic control concepts for simple systems are also introduced. (Replaces HVC 11006 & HVC 10100)
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HVC 11105 Intro to Air Distribution Systems (0.6 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Describes the factors related to air movement and its measurement in common air distribution systems. The required mechanical equipment and materials used to create air distribution systems are also presented. Basic system design principles for both hot and cold climates are introduced. (Replaces HVC 11008 & HVC 10120)
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HVC 11106 Basic Copper & Plastic Piping Pract (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains how to identify types of copper tubing and fittings used in the HVAC/R industry and how they are mechanically joined. The identification and application of various types of plastic piping, along with their common assembly and installation practices, are also presented. (Replaces HVC 11002 & HVC 10096)
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HVC 11107 Soldering & Brazing (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Introduces the equipment, techniques, and materials used to safely join copper tubing through both soldering and brazing. The required PPE, preparation, and work processes are covered in detail. The procedures for brazing copper to dissimilar materials are also provided. (Replaces HVC 11003 & HVC 10097)
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HVC 11108 Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains how to identify various carbon steel piping materials and fittings. The joining and installation of threaded and grooved carbon steel piping systems is covered, with detailed coverage of threading and grooving techniques included. (Replaces HVC 11004 & HVC 10098)
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HVC 11200 Alternating Current (0.3 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Presents the basic concepts of alternating current generation and use. Discusses how single and three-phase alternating current is used to power resistive and inductive circuits. Various types of transformers are identified. Basic operation of single- and three-phase motors is explained and the process of safely testing AC-powered devices. (Replaces HVC 10205 & HVC 10105)
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HVC 11201 Compressors (0.7 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Explains the operating principles of the different types of compressors used in comfort air conditioning and refrigeration systems, along with basic installation, service, and repair procedures. (Replaces HVC 20301 & HVC 10111)
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HVC 11202 Refrigerants & Oils (0.5 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Discusses the refrigerants and oils used in modern refrigeration and air conditioning systems including new handling and service requirements. (Replaces HVC 20300)
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HVC 11203 Leak Detect/Evac/Recov/Charging (1.2 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Covers servicing of the refrigerant circuit of HVAC systems. The four essential service tasks—leak detection, evacuation, recovery, and charging—are covered in detail in addition to EPA’s requirements for providing these services. (Replaces HVC 10204 & HVC 10113)
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HVC 11204 Metering Devices (0.3 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Introduces metering devices used in the mechanical refrigeration cycle. Covers their primary function along with related components. Operation of capillary tube, fixed-orifice, and expansion-type metering devices is explored in addition to selecting and installing thermal expansion valves. (Replaces HVC 20302 & HVC 10110)
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HVC 11205 Heat Pumps (0.8 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Presents the operation of heat pump systems in detail with additional emphasis on electric resistance heating elements. Covers installation considerations of both split and packaged heat pump systems. (Replaces HVC10210 & HVC10112)
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HVC 11206 Basic Maintenance (0.4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
Describes common tasks associated with basic maintenance. Specific tasks, such as lubrication and belt installation, are reviewed in detail. Provides detailed coverage on maintenance inspections of gas furnaces and common cooling/heat pump systems. (Replaces HVC10211 & HVC10121)
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