Course Descriptions

FRE 101 - Beginning French I

1. interpret written French that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extralinguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple fixed expressions in French, all the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions, and participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands, and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. describe the cultural practices and characteristics of the areas where French is spoken.

FRE 102 - Beginning French II

1. derive meaning from written French texts that are structurally simple;
2. recombine learned vocabulary into structurally simple written statements and questions;
3. recombine learned vocabulary and frequently used expressions into meaningful statements with evidence of creativity and/or improvisation;
4. express basic needs and use basic courtesy expressions;
5. demonstrate comprehension of high frequency and some limited terms of low frequency of learned vocabulary in structurally simple sentences and questions in a limited number of content areas;
6. recognize simple cultural norms, beliefs, and regional variations of areas where the French language is used;
7. recognize key social and cultural traditions.

GEO 102 - Human Geography

1. critically analyze and evaluate the various theories and interpretations within geography;
2. identify the major regional divisions of the earth;
3. locate and identify the basic societal, cultural, and political attributes of the world;
4. identify prominent environmental issues of the earth on a regional basis;
5. describe the world’s socio-economic areas and their contributing elements at local, regional, and national levels;
6. discuss the integration and interactions of cultural and physical geographies into a comprehensive look at regional differences and similarities;
7. compare thematically the variety of social, religious, cultural and physical landscapes on the earth.

GEO 131 - Introduction to Physical Geography

1. describe and explain the Earth’s physical geography and its components;
2. identify analyze and evaluate the  theories and interpretations concerning physical  geography and the forces at work therein;
3. employ the theories and concepts of physical geography to develop an interrelated explanation of the Earth’s physical geography;
4. successfully complete laboratory exercise concerning physical geography through the application of the theories and concepts of physical geography and the scientific method;
5. apply the theories and concepts of physical geography to local and global issues.

GEO 133 - World/Regional Geography

1. critically analyze and evaluate the various theories and interpretations within geograph;
2. identify the major regional divisions of the earth;
3. locate and name the basic regional and political divisions of the world;      
4. identify physical features of the earth on a regional basis;
5. describe the world’s cultural areas and their elements at a national and regional level;
6. discuss the integration and interactions of cultural and physical geographies into a comprehensive look at regional differences and similarities;
7. compare and contrast cultural and physical landscapes on the earth.

GEO 135 - Introduction to GIS

1. identify the concepts and principles of geospatial data analysis;
2. demonstrate how to create, edit, and geocode geospatial data for mapping applications;
3. illustrate basic geospatial applications using GIS software;
4. demonstrate an understanding of problem identification, project design and successful geodesign modeling using geospatial technology.
5. employ the concepts, principles, and applications of geodesign to develop an interdisciplinary approach to other academic coursework, and/or the workplace environment in order to generate solutions to problems of the human condition that result in designs that more closely follow natural systems.

GLG 101 - Physical Geology

1. identify and classify various rocks and minerals according to physical characteristics;
2. explain igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic processes;
3. solve problems using topographic and geologic maps;
4. define and describe the basic concepts in structural geology and plate tectonics;  
5. utilize scientific methods in laboratory investigations and reporting;
6. explain basic processes that operate on Earth’s surface and sub-surface.

GLG 102 - Historical Geology

1. use scientific method;
2. explain plate tectonic theory;
3. explain evolution theory and floral/faunal succession;
4. distinguish major events and life forms of Earth’s history;
5. explain relative and absolute dating of materials;
6. identify index fossils and the time in which they lived;
7. explain the different processes of fossilization;
8. analyze strata using fossils, relative relationships, and sedimentary structures;
9. identify sedimentary rocks and minerals;
10. explain Earth’s geologic history;
11. gain a fundamental understanding of the geologic shaping and sculpting of the Earth;
12. use basic and advanced tools for geologic assessment (e.g. Geologic maps, topographic maps, remote sensing applications);
13. and describe the geologic evolution of the Earth during the Precambrian Era, the Paleozoic Era, the Mesozoic Era, and the Cenozoic Era.

GLG 105 - Introduction to Planetary Science

1. discuss the major theories and evidence regarding the processes responsible for the formation of the Sun, Solar System and related objects;
2. compare and contrast these ideas and evidence with current new discoveries germane to these topics;
3. escribe the application of the scientific method and other critical thinking models to planetary objects, their exploration, as well as current limitations on Remote Sensing and space exploration technologies;
4. discuss past, present and future ideas, concepts, and approaches in Solar System exploration;
5. describe the Electromagnetic Spectrum and its relationship to remote sensing, spectroscopy and image processing as it pertains to the exploration of the Solar System;
6. analyze data returned from spacecraft instrumentation and apply the results to interpreting the geologic, atmospheric, and physical properties of planets, satellites, asteroids and comets;
7. recognize the basic geomorphology, geology and planetary processes of the Earth and, through extrapolation using Earth Analogs, compare and contrast the chemical composition and physical processes of the major bodies of our Solar System;
8. describe and assess the current theories and processes explaining the formation of the Sun and the Solar System;
9. discuss impact cratering, differentiation, tectonic, volcanism, hydrology, atmospherics, and aeolian driven of the major Solar System bodies;
10. employ the concept of crater counting used to date the Moon and collect data, build spreadsheets, plot data and calculate ages for other planetary surfaces;
11. recognize the terminology from astronomy, astrophysics, planetology and geology relevant to the study of planetary systems;
12. describe and illustrate the physical relationships of the Earth/Moon system;
13. describe the physiography, morphology, geology and atmospherics of the Terrestrial planets and their satellites;
14. describe the physiography, morphology, geology and atmospherics of the Outer Gas Giant planets and their satellites;
15. discuss and contrast the physical attributes and planetary significance of asteroids and comets;
16. discuss the characteristics, importance and place that Pluto, the Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud have in the understanding of our Solar System;
17. discuss and appraise `the current investigations and evidence regarding Exoplanets.

GLG 110 - Natural Disasters

1. discuss the theories, principles and concepts of  the various types of natural hazards, events disasters and catastrophes;
2. evaluate the underlying processes and human influences that can lead to natural disasters;
3. identify, compare and contrast areas or regions susceptible to natural disasters with respect to the physical conditions present that create them;
4. examine and appraise present and historical evidence of hazards particular to the regions of interest;
5. examine and interpret the integration or relationships between different types of natural disasters;
6. compare/contrast present and historical technologies for identifying, tracking, monitoring, measuring and predicting natural hazards;
7. explain possible mitigation in areas prone to natural disasters;
8. assess the risks, probabilities and cost/benefits of living in disaster prone areas;
9. critique systems and policies for assessing, preparation, mitigation and responses for potential local  natural disasters;

GLG 112 - Geology of the Grand Canyon

1. identify major geologic features of the Grand Canyon and the Southern Colorado Plateau;
2. describe the geologic history of the Grand Canyon, based on rock types, depositional environments, and major theories of its conception;
3. identify the relationship of the Grand Canyon region to the rest of Colorado Plateau: geology and geologic history;
4. relate field observations with basic geologic principles and processes;
5. utilize Scientific Methods in field trip studies and reporting;
6. demonstrate a basic understanding of the geologic processes that were and are still active in the Grand Canyon today.

GLG 232 - Geology of the Colorado Plateau

1. describe the processes  that formed the geologic platform of the Colorado Plateau;
2. examine and document the evidence of marine transgress/regression and how that has influenced the rock units on the Colorado Plateau;
3. examine and document rock units reflecting a great sandy desert during the Mesozoic;
4. examine and document how tectonic uplift and volcanism have shaped the Colorado Plateau;
5. examine and document how erosional processes have sculpted the landforms we see today;
6. examine how aboriginal people utilized geologic resources as part of their subsistence and culture;
7. examine how  geologic processes  have influenced biotic inhabitance through time on the Colorado Plateau;
8. examine how mineral resources and mining have influenced the development of the Colorado Plateau;
9. discuss and describe past, current, and future concerns regarding geological resources;
10. gain a fundamental understanding of the geologic shaping and sculpting the Colorado Plateau;
11. use basic and advanced tools for geologic assessment (e.g. Geologic maps, topographic maps, remote sensing applications);
12. describe the geologic evolution of the Colorado Plateau during the Precambrian Era;
13. describe the geologic evolution of the Colorado Plateau during the Paleozoic Era;
14. describe the geologic evolution of the Colorado Plateau during the Mesozoic Era;
15. describe the geologic evolution of the Colorado Plateau during the Cenozoic Era.

GER 101 - Beginning German I

1. interpret written German that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extralinguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple fixed expressions in German, all the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions, and participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands, and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. describe the cultural practices and characteristics of the areas where German is spoken.

GER 102 - Beginning German II

1. interpret written German from texts that are linguistically non-complex;
2. create statements or questions in writing within the scope of limited language experience;
3. initiate and respond verbally to uncomplicated, basic communicative tasks and social situations;
4. demonstrate comprehension of sentence-length statements or questions in a limited number of content areas;
5. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
6. describe the cultural practices and characteristics of the areas where German  is spoken.

HIS 131 - U.S. History to 1865

HIS 132 - U.S. History from 1865

HIS 201 - Western Civilizations to 1660

1. describe and explain the connections between disciplines, cultures, institutions,modes of consciousness, and the environment which enhance our understanding of western civilization;
2. identify and define the major forces that have shaped western civilization as well as the theories explaining how these forces interact;
3. discuss connections between disciplines, cultures, institutions, world views, and the environment which explain western civilization;
4. explain the complexity and diversity of Western civilizations;
5. demonstrate through discussion, papers, and exams the capacity for independent thought in connecting human experience and understanding;
6. utilize historical evidence and theories to explain the present.

HIS 202 - Western Civilizations from 1660

1. describe and explain the connections between disciplines, cultures, institutions, modes of consciousness, and the environment which enhance our understanding of western civilization;
2. identify and define the major forces that have shaped western civilization as well as the theories explaining how these forces interact;
3. discuss connections between disciplines, cultures, institutions, world views, and the environment which explain western civilization;
4. explain the complexity and diversity of Western civilization;
5. demonstrate through discussion, papers, and exams the capacity for independent thought in connecting human experience and understanding;
6. utilize historical evidence and theories to explain the present.

HIS 211 - World History to 1500

1. develop an awareness of the processes of historical change;
2. recognize the common characteristics behind civilization’s development;
3. apply inter-disciplinary methods to the study of civilizations;
4. develop comparative criteria for cross-civilizational analysis from a global perspective;
5. explore cross-cultural interactions as a source of historical change;
6. demonstrate an ability to critically evaluate and cogently synthesize diverse information;
7. connect contemporary political, social, religious, and cultural conditions with the past.

HIS 212 - World History from 1500

1. develop an awareness of the processes of historical change;
2. recognize the common characteristics behind civilization’s development;
3. apply inter-disciplinary methods to the study of civilizations;
4. develop comparative criteria for cross-civilizational analysis from a global perspective;
5. explore cross-cultural interactions as a source of historical change;
6. demonstrate an ability to critically evaluate and cogently synthesize diverse information;
7. connect contemporary political, social, religious, and cultural conditions with the past.

HIS 238 - Navajo History

1. summarize the early history related to the evolution of the Navajo as “The People”;
2. describe the major legends of the Navajo, and how these legends have influenced the Nation;
3. explain how the Spanish attempted to colonize the Navajo and how these efforts were resisted;
4. interpret the sequence of events involving the U.S. Government’s action towards the Navajo under the auspices of “Manifest Destiny”;
5. explain and appraise the present day direction and organization of the Navajo Nation.

HON 293 - Foundations of Scientific Inquiry

1. The student will be able to understand science as a method of inquiry through knowing its foundational characteristics, basic processes, and culture.
2. The student will be able to trace the development of scientific inquiry as a practice from the Classical Age, through the Medieval and Renaissance periods, to the modern period including the Enlightenment and Scientific Revolution.
3. The student will be able to compare and analyze multiple approaches to practicing scientific inquiry.
4. The student will be able to explain the major issues and ideas in the area of philosophy of science including induction, inference from best explanation, falsifiablity, realism and the nature of scientific revolutions.
5. The student will demonstrate the ability to effectively analyze and evaluate scientific claims to determine their validity and reliability.
6. The student will be able to make a reasonably informed assessment of whether a field of study is scientific.
7. Students will engage the community in the context of an extra-curricular experience of at least two hours and typically not exceeding ten hours specified by the instructor, such as a service learning project, attending a relevant academic lecture or workshop, engaging in an internship, or visiting a local museum.

HRM 100 - Introduction to Hospitality

1. identify and compare the past, present and future scope of the hospitality industry by segment;
2. discuss different career pathways available in the hospitality industry;
3. discuss the economic implications of globalization in the hospitality industry;
4. identify basic concepts of human resources, management, marketing, supervision and legal issues related to the hospitality industry;
5. describe the challenges of professionally managing operations within various segments of the hospitality industry including but not limited to:F&B, hotel, restaurant, and casino;
6. discuss applied social issues of ethics, law, diversity, safety, and the environment within the hospitality industry;
7. interpret the role of service in the hospitality industry;
8. describe the challenges of communication in the hospitality industry.

HRM 140 - Food Production Concepts

1. determine  relevant criteria for various food service establishments including energy & waste management programs to include various product selections for food service facilities;
2. identify TQM (total quality management) theories that relate to the managerial skills of different food services and recognize the importance of staff relations;
3. apply knowledge of basic food safety and microbiology in classroom settings to identify practices of unacceptable employee health, hygiene and safe food handling that harbor food borne illness;
4. interpret and practice HACCP and OSHA regulations/standards;
5. describe the importance of appropriate kitchen designs and equipment selection standards;
6. evaluate existing menus and create descriptive menus that are marketable to a spectrum of clientele that may be procured in different food service establishments.
7. recognize the importance of kitchen design and equipment selection;
8. understand quality standards of planning, purchasing, receiving, storing, preparing, and serving to reduce food cost, waste, and unsafe practices in the field;
9. describe the history of food service, the emerging trends, and the important factors of market regulation, procurement and vender/product selection;
10. differentiate various types of evolved food service systems in government, private and public entities.

HRM 210 - Guest Service Management

1. identify methods for obtaining maximum profits;
2. analyze current industry trends;
3. forecast reservations;
4. process reservations;
5. perform registration and assignment of guest rooms;
6. identify and utilize upselling techniques;
7. synthesize the room divisions and contributions to overall profitability;
8. define room rack;
9. perform guest accounting;
10. perform credit procedures;
11. identify and perform night audit procedures.

HRM 220 - Property Management

1. identify staffing needs for housekeeping department;
2. develop an organizational chart for the housekeeping department;
3. analyze supply needs and identify the steps in the procurement process;
4. develop a plan for the administration and distribution of supplies;
5. list the principles of linen room management;
6. analyze guest problem scenarios and synthesize possible solutions;
7. evaluate employee and guest environment in terms of safety;
8. implement interior design techniques for guest satisfaction;
9. create a full circle management plan;
10. identify requirements for MSDS and OSHA;
11. identify daily routines and subroutines for housekeeping;
12. define procedures for opening the house;
13. evaluate housekeeping inventories;
14. determine proper procedures for controlling housekeeping expenses;
15. differentiate physical plant operations;
16. evaluate the various plant operations as the pertain to electrical and HVAC systems;
17. identify safety issues pertaining to water and wastewater management.   

HRM 240 - Commercial Food Production

1. identify kitchen types and their unique applications;
2. determine kitchen organization, staffing, and equipment needs;
3. explain the evolution of food service kitchens;
4. determine safety/sanitation issues pertaining to kitchen operations;
5. determine procedures for preparing a variety of food sources;
6. name the important substances of which foods are made and discuss how cooking affects foundation stocks, sauces, soups, vegetables, pastas, entrees, and baked items;
7. demonstrate a variety of cooking methods in creating quality foundation stocks, sauces, soups, vegetables, pastas, entrees and baked items;
8. determine the essentials of service and presentation;
9. recognize the importance of menu presentation.

HRM 270 - Hospitality Information Technology II

1. learn and use data communications technology, concepts, and principles;
2. understand the basic functionality and design of hotel and restaurant networked management information systems;
3. describe the concept of connectivity and the benefits of integrating distinct hospitality systems;
4. understand how to evaluate and put into operation a hospitality information system;
5. develop operational performance reports on industry specific applications;
6. learn common property and restaurant management system functions, features, and architectures;
7. learn internet terminology, concepts, principles, and applications;
8. demonstrate industry uses for productivity software applications;
9. develop a hospitality-related web site.

HRM 289 - Internship I

1. be given a course contract that will state specific student outcomes developed by the faculty of record, based on course content, and approved by the Department Chair.  The contract will indicate specific actions the student will take to satisfy course outcomes.

HUM 205 - Technology and Human Values

1. gather, interpret and evaluate evidence;
2. develop skills in analyzing and synthesizing information;
3. provide an environment which values factual and rational interchange;
4. develop skills which will enable them to become aware of faulty reasoning;
5. develop skills in flexible and creative thinking;
6. successfully complete the writing component to pass the class;
7. pursue the above objectives through all of the following:
8. frequent discussions encouraging students to develop skills in critical listening, thinking, and interacting;
9. written discourse both in class and out of class;
10. at least one oral presentation;
11. writing assignments of increasing difficulty;
12. a minimum of 2500 instructor-evaluated written words, including at least one paper of 1500 words, with two or more additional papers totaling at least 1000 words;
13. at least one paper revised according to instructor comments and suggestions.
14. describe the development of selected technologies over time, and the impact of these developments on humanistic values;
15. employ a variety of approaches to the discussion of issues surrounding the development and implementation of selected technologies;
16. identify and analyze, orally and in writing, the moral and ethical considerations that may accompany technological innovation;
17. explain connections between selected technologies and the effects they produce on humans as individuals, and in a social context;
18. describe how technological innovation can change human behavior and human values;
19. describe ways in which technology impacts the non-human world;
20. outline some of the ways in which technology affects students’ own lives;
21. organize information from multiple sources into a unified presentation;
22. identify and compare different points of view or perspectives regarding specific technological innovations;
23. design a project or presentation documenting the social and ethical implications of a selected technological development;
24. describe how technology can produce unintended consequences;
25. analyze sociological, ethical, historical and cultural aspects of the works.

HUM 235 - American Arts and Ideas

1. express, an awareness of the arts, literary developments, and exchange of ideas;
2. appraise the multicultural contributions that have developed in the arts and intellectual history of the United States;
3. develop an objective assessment of the arts, literature, and ideas by discussion and investigation of their respective key concepts;
4. recognize the dynamics that entail the development of art and the exchange of ideas in a multiculturally diverse society.

HUM 241 - Humanities I

1. identify and classify ideas and artifacts within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts;
2. analyze and describe major trends in the historical development of philosophy, art, literature, music, and religious belief systems within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts;
3. analyze and describe the relationship between socio-economic, religious, scientific, and political events and creative processes and artifacts that define specific cultures and civilizations;
4. identify and evaluate the artistic, literary, and musical contributions made by major contributors to the heritage of specific cultures and civilizations;
5. explain how the ideas and values of specific cultures and civilizations become embodied in works of art, literature, and music that those cultures and civilizations create;
6. explore inter-relationships between art, literature, music, religion, and philosophy within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts.

HUM 241H - Humanities I Honors

2. analyze major trends in the historical development of philosophy, art, literature, music, and religious belief systems within the different historical, regional, and cultural contexts covered in this course;

3. analyze the relationship between socio-economic, religious, scientific, and political events and creative processes and artifacts that define specific cultures and civilizations;

4. evaluate the artistic, literary, and musical contributions made by major contributors to the heritage of specific cultures and civilizations covered in this course;

5. Explore both orally and in writing the relationship between individual works of art, literature, and music created by specific cultures and civilizations, and the ideas and values that those cultures and civilizations hold dear.

6. explore inter-relationships between art, literature, music, religion, and philosophy within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts;

7. engage the community in the context of an extra-curricular experience of at least two hours and typically not exceeding ten hours specified by the instructor, such as a service learning project, attending a relevant academic lecture or workshop, engaging in an internship, or visiting a local museum.

Pre/Corequisite(s): ENG 102 or 102H.
General Education: Arts & Humanities.
Special Requirement(s): Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry

HUM 242 - Humanities II

 
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

1. identify and classify ideas and artifacts within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts;
2. analyze major trends in the historical development of philosophy, art, literature, music, and religious belief systems within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts;
3. analyze the relationship between socio-economic, religious, scientific, and political events and creative processes and artifacts that define specific cultures and civilizations;
4. evaluate the artistic, literary, and musical contributions made by major contributors to the heritage of specific cultures and civilizations;
5. explain how the ideas and values of specific cultures and civilizations become embodied in works of art, literature, and music that those cultures and civilizations create;
6. explore inter-relationships between art, literature, music, religion, and philosophy within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts;

HUM 242H - Humanities II Honors

2. analyze major trends in the historical development of philosophy, art, literature, music, and religious belief systems within the different historical, regional, and cultural contexts covered in this course;

3. analyze the relationship between socio-economic, religious, scientific, and political events and creative processes and artifacts that define specific cultures and civilizations;

4. evaluate the artistic, literary, and musical contributions made by major contributors to the heritage of specific cultures and civilizations covered in this course;

5. explore both orally and in writing the relationship between individual works of art, literature, and music created by specific cultures and civilizations, and the ideas and values that those cultures and civilizations hold dear.

6. explore inter-relationships between art, literature, music, religion, and philosophy within different historical, regional, and cultural contexts;

7. engage the community in the context of an extra-curricular experience of at least two hours and typically not exceeding ten hours specified by the instructor, such as a service learning project, attending a relevant academic lecture or workshop, engaging in an internship, or visiting a local museum.

Pre/Corequisite(s): ENG 102 or 102H. 
General Education: Arts and Humanities.
Special Requirement(s): Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry; Ethnic, Race, and Gender Awareness; Contemporary Global/International Awareness OR Historical Awareness.

ITP 201 - Ethics and Social Justice of Interpreting

1. course grades determined by the instructor as outlined in the course syllabus;
2. create a framework of core values for ethical decision making in specific ethical scenarios;
3. apply effective resolution principles to a variety of cross-cultural communication incidents;
4. and examine specific social justice models used to evaluate privileged identities, oppression, and language impact on the Deaf community.

ITP 211 - Fundamentals of Interpreting I

1. develop cognitive processing skills in English needed for interpretation;
2. develop memory, acuity and discrimination skills in English necessary for interpretation;
3. develop skills in repetition necessary for interpreting;
4. develop pattern inference skills necessary for interpreting;
5. demonstrate multitasking skills in the interpretation process;
6. distinguish Form from Meaning in English;
7. demonstrate lexical substitutions in English;
8. paraphrase discourse in English and in American Sign Language;
9. identify the main idea in English and American Sign Language texts;
10. and summarize English and American Sign Language texts.

ITP 212 - Fundamentals of Interpreting II

1. preserve the message across languages (ASL and English);
2. analyze the meaning of the text before reformulation;
3. evaluate the translation for faithfulness to the source text;
4. compare theories on the role, function and process of interpreting;
5. assess state and federal laws related to communication accessibility;
6. and define a personal theory of interpreting through observation of working interpreters and interactions with deaf, hard of hearing or Deafblind individuals.

ITA 101 - Beginning Italian I

1. interpret written Italian that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extralinguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple fixed expressions in Italian using all the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions, and participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands, and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. identify components of the culture such as: physical (personal space, customs), non-verbal (gestures, music), geographical, arts.

ITA 102 - Beginning Italian II

1. derive meaning from written Italian texts that are structurally simple;
2. recombine learned vocabulary into structurally simple written statements and questions;
3. recombine learned vocabulary and frequently used expressions into meaningful statements with evidence of creativity and/or improvisation;
4. express basic needs and use basic courtesy expressions;
5. demonstrate comprehension of high frequency and some limited terms of low frequency of learned vocabulary in structurally simple sentences and questions in a limited number of content areas;
6. recognize simple cultural norms, beliefs, and regional variations of areas where Italian is used;
7. recognize key social and cultural traditions.

JPN 101 - Beginning Japanese I

1. interpret written Japanese that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extralinguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple, fixed expressions in Japanese using all of the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions and participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. and identify components of the culture such as physical (personal space, customs), non-verbal (gestures, music), geographical, arts.

JPN 102 - Beginning Japanese II

1. interpret written Japanese that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extra-linguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple, fixed expressions in Japanese using all of the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions and participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. identify components of the culture such as physical (personal space, customs), non-verbal (gestures, music), geographical, and arts.

LDR 201 - Leadership Basics

1. discuss classic cases, leadership profiles, and contemporary articles on leadership;
2. identify effective leaders and the characteristics they exhibit;
3. define leadership in terms of the skills necessary to practice it effectively;
4. identify personal leadership assumptions and philosophy, and enhance self-awareness;
5. identify ethical issues commonly encountered in the workplace;
6. identify personal ethics assumptions and philosophy, and enhance self-awareness;
7. analyze and generate solutions to ethical scenarios;
8. demonstrate effective techniques and strategies for articulating a vision;
9. expand awareness to include the concept of servant leadership;
10. demonstrate leadership skills by participating in shared analysis, ethical evaluation, experiential exercises, and observation and service in the community;
11. evaluate effectiveness of personal communication techniques;
12. identify elements of successful inter-group communication;
13. consider strategies to enhance communication effectiveness;
14. apply techniques used in effective communication in discussion and experiential exercises;
15. recognize the significance of team building as a leadership skill;
16. and recognize the benefits of volunteering or serving others.

LDR 289 - Internship I

1. be provided with the necessary real-life employment experiences to accomplish the agreed upon course content and outcomes.  A contract including course content, outcomes, and evaluation procedures must be agreed to by the faculty of record, student and Department Chair, prior to the start of the work program.  The faculty of record will conduct formal reviews at least twice at agreed upon times as stated in the student contract.  Employers will agree to support course outcomes stated in the student contract and to complete a student evaluation at the end of the course. 

MAT 088 - Pre-Algebra

1. perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and exponentiation on real numbers;
2. use order of operations with real numbers;
3. simplify and evaluate algebraic expressions;
4. solve linear equations and check solutions;
5. and solve application problems.

MAT 091 - Beginning Algebra

1. perform the four basic operations, absolute values, and exponents on rational numbers;
2. simplify algebraic expressions;
3. solve linear equations;
4. verify solutions of algebraic equations;
5. use interval notation to describe solutions of inequalities;
6. solve and graph linear inequalities;
7. graph linear equations in two dimensions;
8. solve systems of equations graphically and algebraically;
9. simplify exponential expressions;
10. perform basic operations on polynomial expressions;
11. factor polynomials by removing the greatest common factor;
12. factor polynomials by grouping;
13. factor trinomials by using various methods including special forms;
14. solve quadratic equations by factoring; 
15. and solve application problems.

MAT 097 - Intermediate Algebra

1. graph radical, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, and absolute value functions;
2. solve quadratic and rational inequalities;
3. simplify rational expressions and solve rational equations;
4. simplify radical expressions and solve radical equations;
5. solve quadratic equations using the Zero-Product Property, completing the square, and the quadratic formula;
6. analyze exponential and logarithmic expressions and functions;
7. solve logarithmic and exponential equations;
8. perform function evaluation and identify domain and range;
9. perform operations on functions including finding the inverse;
10. and solve application problems involving concepts taught in the course.

MAT 140 - College Math with Algebra Review

1. solve finance problems including loans, amortization, investments;
2. model data using linear, exponential, and/or other functions;
3. utilize probability theory to solve applied probability problems; 
4. calculate, display and interpret measures of central tendency, variability and position;
5. solve contextual problems using proportional reasoning and dimensional analysis;
6. demonstrate evidence-based decision making;
7. evaluate the reasonableness of an answer;
8. demonstrate fluency with formula;
9. solve problems involving optional topics;
10. use various developmental algebraic techniques to solve problems.

MAT 142 - College Mathematics

1. solve finance problems including loans, amortization, investments;
2. model data using linear, exponential, and/or other functions; 
3. utilize probability theory to solve applied probability problems; 
4. calculate, display and interpret measures of central tendency, variability and position;
5. evaluate the reasonableness of an answer;
6. demonstrate fluency with formula; 
7. and solve problems involving optional topics.  

MAT 151 - College Algebra

1. define functions and relations;
2. solve various systems of equations with several methods including matrices and determinants;
3. list and use the properties and operations of matrices;
4. graph equations and functions using various methods including technology;
5. solve linear, quadratic, rational, absolute value, polynomial, and radical equations;
6. utilize logarithmic and exponential properties to solve related equations;
7. identify features and general equations of the four types of conic sections;
8. identify arithmetic and geometric sequences;
9. calculate series;
10. simplify expressions involving complex numbers; 
11. and solve application situations related to methods presented in this course.

MAT 160 - Introduction to Statistics

1. use statistical methods to collect, organize, analyze and interpret numerical data;
2. create and interpret graphs of data;
3. calculate and use measures of central tendency and variability;
4. calculate probabilities for events or combinations of events;
5. predict the outcomes of an event;
6. explain and use the Central Limit Theorem;
7. estimate population parameters for one and two populations;
8. recognize a variety of probability distributions;
9. interpret confidence intervals;
10. test hypotheses;
11. determine and interpret linear regression and correlation;
12. solve application situations using a variety of statistical methods
13. and use technology to solve a variety of statistical applications

MAT 161 - Introduction to Data Science

1. create graphics exploring relationships between covariates utilizing a variety of geometric representations;
2. assess the effectiveness of different data representations;
3. consider reasons behind ways to explore geographical and temporal relationships;
4. construct interactive graphics to facilitate inquiry.

MAT 172 - Finite Mathematics

1. perform elementary matrix operations;
2. solve non-linear systems by elementary row operations;
3. solve linear programming problems by graphical and algebraic methods;
4. perform basic set operations;
5. evaluate probabilities of simple, compound, independent and dependent events;
6. calculate measures of central tendency and dispersion for a collection of statistical data;
7. apply the theories of normal and binomial probability distributions to statistical problems;
8. and solve various financial problems.

MAT 180 - Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher I

1. identify and apply various strategies for problem solving;
2. verify and interpret results with respect to problem solving;
3. identify a variety of important number sets and their properties (natural, whole, integers, rational, and real);
4. examine the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using algorithms and models;
5. develop strategies for mental mathematics and estimation;
6. examine the relationships and rules of number theory (factors, multiples, divisibility, prime and composite numbers);
7. describe and solve problems involving ratios, rates, proportions, percents, and scientific notation;
8. describe the concepts of relation and function using graphs and algebraic equations;
9. identify patterns and sequences;
10. utilize algebra as a symbolic language and solve basic algebraic equations;
11. use mathematical manipulatives to examine, evaluate, and explain mathematical concepts;
12. and discuss the current curriculum standards for grades K-8.

MAT 181 - Mathematics for the Elementary Teacher II

1. represent and interpret data using a variety of graphing techniques;
2. analyze and interpret distributions of data using a variety of measures;
3. analyze and discuss concepts related to probability and counting principles;
4. define and analyze basic concepts of two dimensional geometry;
5. define and analyze basic concepts of three dimensional geometry;
6. define and analyze the concepts of motion geometry;
7. define and describe systems of measurement using both the metric and U.S. customary system;
8. construct a wide range of geometric shapes using a compass and a straight edge;
9. and use mathematical manipulatives to examine, evaluate, and explain mathematical concepts.

MAT 187 - Pre-Calculus

1. define functions and relations;
2. solve various systems of nonlinear equations;
3. graph equations and functions using various methods including technology;
4. solve linear, quadratic, rational, absolute value, polynomial, and radical equations;
5. utilize logarithmic and exponential properties to solve related equations;
6. simplify expressions involving complex numbers;
7. define the six basic trig functions;
8. solve right and oblique triangles;
9. prove trigonometric identities and equations through use of various methods;
10. work with vectors and vector quantities;
11. describe and graph curves using parametric equations;
12. solve application situations related to methods presented in this course;
13. and solve problems involving optional topics listed in course content #11.

MAT 187H - Pre-Calculus Honors

1. recognize, analyze, solve, and discern information from different types of functions and equations: linear, quadratic, rational, absolute value, polynomial, radical, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric;
2. evaluate the difference quotient for a variety of functions;
3. perform algebra on functions such as composition, operations, and inverses;
4. decompose partial fractions;
5. graph quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric equations and functions emphasizing the use of technology;
6. utilize the six basic trig functions in right triangle and unit circle;
7. solve right and oblique triangles;
8. prove trigonometric identities and equations through use of various methods;
9. solve trigonometric equations;
10. operations on vectors including addition, subtraction, scalar multiplication, dot product from graphical and algebraic perspectives;
11. construct parametric equations for basic functions along with circles;
12. solve application situations related to methods presented in this course;
13. construct functional models to fit given data, graphs, or applied physical situations, and predict and interpret results from these models;
14. engage the community in the context of an extra-curricular experience of at least two hours and typically not exceeding ten hours, specified by the instructor, such as a service learning project, attending a relevant academic lecture or workshop, engaging in an internship, or visiting a local museum.

MAT 211 - Business Calculus

1. evaluate limits;
2. identify continuous and not continuous functions;
3. identify differentiable functions;
4. differentiate functions of one and several variables;
5. determine maxima and minima of functions;
6. solve optimization problems utilizing Lagrange multipliers;
7. integrate functions of one and several variables;
8. employ concepts in course to analyze and graph functions in 2D and 3D;
9. and solve application situations related to methods presented in this course.

MAT 216 - Introduction to Matrix Algebra

1. perform vector arithmetic including vector addition and subtraction, vector scaling and vector dot products;
2. apply vector arithmetic operations to geometric situations, including components, and determining orthogonality; 
3. perform calculations and operations on matrices;
4. indicate when matrix operations are defined: transpose, sum, product, determinant, inverse;
5. represent a matrix equation, a vector equation or a system of linear equations in any one of the other two forms; 
6. use the matrix form and row reduction to determine existence and uniqueness of solutions;
7. compute the reduced row echelon form of a given matrix; 
8. solve a given equation or system of equations;
9. identify the properties of common matrix classes, including triangular matrix, diagonal matrix, the zero matrix, the identity matrix;
10. calculate the determinant of a square matrix;
11. use the basic properties of determinants in calculations.

MAT 220 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

1. review pre-calculus topics including solving and graphing polynomial, rational, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions;
2. interpret and solve growth and decay application problems;
3. analyze and evaluate limits;
4. analyze and interpret the concept of continuity of functions;
5. analyze the concept of the derivative verbally, numerically, and analytically;
6. calculate derivatives of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions;
7. calculate derivatives of the products, ratios, and composition of functions;
8. interpret and solve applied problems using the derivative;
9. analyze, interpret, and apply the Mean Value Theorem;
10. define and evaluate right and left hand Reiman sums;
11. analyze the concept of the integral verbally, numerically, graphically, and analytically;
12. calculate integrals of basic polynomial, rational, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions;
13. calculate integrals of basic products, ratios, and composite functions using substitution.

MAT 227 - Discrete Mathematics

1. establish the validity of logical propositions;
2. compare the cardinality of given sets;
3. determine the correctness of a proof;
4. classify a proof;
5. solve a recurrence relation;
6. identify the properties of a relation;
7. create proofs using relations, order relations, and equivalence relations;
8. calculate permutations and combinations of sets;
9. calculate the empirical probability of an event;
10. solve problems involving modular arithmetic;
11. identify the properties of a graph;
12. determine paths, cycles, and connectivity given a graph;
13. represent a graph with its incidence matrix;
14. use Big-O notation to study the growth of a given function.

MAT 230 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II

1. integrate complex functions by parts and using tables;
2. calculate Integral approximations and errors;
3. integrate improper integrals;
4. use integration techniques to solve applied problems involving geometry, density, physics and economics;
5. find Taylor polynomials and use them to approximate functions;
6. find, analyze, and apply Taylor series;
7. identify differential equations and their solutions graphically, numerically and analytically;
8. solve differential equations and application problems using separation of variables;
9. investigate multivariable functions graphically, numerically, and analytically and apply to three dimensional space;
10. investigate vectors and vector properties graphically, numerically, and analytically and their application in two and three dimensions.

MAT 241 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III

1. graph and find the extrema of conics;
2. determine the equation of conics and classify the various types of conics;
3. parametrize equations and graph them;
4. integrate and differentiate parametric equations;
5. find the polar form of an equation and convert back to rectangular form;
6. graph polar equations;
7. calculate arc lengths;
8. graph and perform basic operations with vectors;
9. graph planes and surfaces and determine their equations;
10. solve problems related to the properties of planes and surfaces;
11. convert equations to spherical and cylindrical form and back to rectangular form;
12. graph, integrate, and differentiate vector valued functions;
13. work application problems related to vector valued functions;
14. demonstrate an understanding of functions of several variables including their graphs, continuity, partial derivatives, directional derivatives, gradients, tangent planes, normal lines and extrema;
15. evaluate multiple integrals;
16. calculate areas and volumes;
17. demonstrate an understanding of vector fields and some of their properties including conservativity, potential functions, and line integrals;
18. define and apply Green’s Theorem.

MAT 261 - Differential Equations

1. define terminology related to the theory of differential equations;
2. classify a differential equation according to type, order, and linear or nonlinear;
3. solve:

• first order differential equations by separation of variables; solve first order homogeneous, exact, and linear equations;
• linear differential equations of higher order;
• homogeneous linear equations with constant coefficients;
• non-homogeneous linear equations by the methods of undetermined coefficients and  variation of parameters;
• various applications problems related to first and second order equations and systems of linear equations;
• a differential equation by the power series method;
• a linear nth order differential equation by utilizing a Laplace transform;
• linear systems with constant coefficients;      

4.approximate solutions to differential equations by utilizing a slope field or Numerical Methods;

5.complete projects designed to gain a deeper understanding of course concepts using the software program MatLab.

 

Prerequisite(s): MAT 230 .
General Education: Mathematics.

MSC 101 - Basic Military Science I

1. describe the roles of the President and Congress with regard to the US Army;
2. list the roles of the Army Components (Active, Reserve & National Guard);
3. identify the Rank, Pay & Benefits available to Army Officers;
4. describe the role of the Officer and NCO;
5. describe the organization of the Army;
6. describe the customs, courtesies, traditions, drill & ceremony of the Army;
7. list and describe the methods of military writing & briefings;
8. list the Army installations and major activities of each;
9. describe the components of basic soldier skills;
10. list the basic entry level branches of the Army.

MSC 102 - Basic Leadership

1. describe the problem solving process;
2. describe the critical thinking process;
3. describe the troop leading procedures;
4. define leadership;
5. assess leadership as it relates to: power and influence, personality, followership, and group cohesion;
6. and develop goal-setting skills.

MSC 130 - Leadership Lab I

1. identify components of small unit leadership;
2. practice small unit tactics;
3. demonstrate knowledge of basic first aid;
4. demonstrate knowledge of land navigation;
5. demonstrate how to communicate with Army systems and terminology;
6. demonstrate how to wear a uniform, perform basic facing movements and march;
7. and list the components of an operations order.

MSC 131 - Leadership Lab I

1. identify components of small unit leadership;
2. practice small unit tactics;
3. demonstrate knowledge of basic first aid;
4. demonstrate knowledge of land navigation;
5. demonstrate how to communicate with Army systems and terminology;
6. demonstrate how to wear a uniform, perform basic facing movements and march;
7. and list the components of an operations order.

MSC 150 - Army Physical Fitness I

1. establish a personal fitness program;
2. conduct physical fitness training;
3. improve strength, endurance, flexibility, speed and coordination;
4. and lead others in physical fitness training.   

MSC 151 - Army Physical Fitness I

1. establish a personal fitness program;
2. conduct physical fitness training;
3. improve strength, endurance, flexibility, speed and coordination;
4. and lead others in physical fitness training.   

MSC 201 - Advanced Leadership

1. apply practical leadership;
2. employ communications effectively;
3. identify assertiveness techniques;
4. understand adult development and motivation;
5. understand organizational culture and change.

MSC 202 - Officership

1. apply practical leadership, to include oral and written communications skills;
2. employ decision-making techniques effectively;
3. employ military tactics;
4. define officership, its roles, purpose and obligations;
5. understand and apply Army values and ethics to leadership situations.

MSC 230 - Leadership Lab II

1. identify components of small unit leadership;
2. apply small unit tactics;
3. demonstrate basic first aid;
4. apply knowledge and skill in land navigation and wilderness survival of land navigation;
5. communicate with Army radios and radio terminology;
6. wear a uniform; perform advanced facing movements and march;
7. and write operations orders.

MSC 231 - Leadership Lab II

1. identify components of small unit leadership;
2. apply small unit tactics;
3. demonstrate basic first aid;
4. apply knowledge and skill in land navigation and wilderness survival of land navigation;
5. communicate with Army radios and radio terminology;
6. wear a uniform; perform advanced facing movements and march;
7. and write operations orders.

 

Corequisite(s): MSC 202  and MSC 251  or Department Consent.

MSC 250 - Army Physical Fitness II

1. refine personal fitness program;
2. conduct and supervise physical fitness training;
3. improve strength, endurance, flexibility, speed and coordination;
4. and lead others in physical fitness training.  

MSC 251 - Army Physical Fitness II

1. refine personal fitness program;
2. conduct and supervise physical fitness training;
3. improve strength, endurance, flexibility, speed and coordination;
4. and lead others in physical fitness training.  

MUS 100 - Music Appreciation

1. describe basic musical concepts: including but not limited to sound, rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, and form in music;
2. demonstrate understanding of the materials and fundamentals of music;
3. discuss historical styles and forms of music from ancient Greece through the present day;
4. communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing;
5. identify musical instruments and their unique sound qualities as well as families of instruments and their history;
6. evaluate the cultural context influencing the composition of works of music.

MUS 120 - Introduction to Music Theory

1. identify notation;
2. demonstrate knowledge of major and minor scales, key signatures and the circle of 5ths;
3. demonstrate various expressions of rhythm;
4. demonstrate the rudiments of sight-singing and aural skills;
5. demonstrate the ability to take elementary musical dictation;
6. demonstrate knowledge of intervals and triads.

MUS 145 - Jazz History and Literature

1. identify and discuss significant dates, places and names of milestones in jazz history;
2. identify instruments such as soprano, alto, tenor, baritone saxophones, trumpets, flugelhorns, trombones, clarinets, flutes, guitars, drums and other percussion instruments;
3. identify, analyze and discuss specific works of music by influential musicians;
4. analyze and discuss contributions made to the development of jazz by African-Americans and how attitudes toward them hindered many from achieving critical and financial success during their careers as well as promoting and enabling their integration into American and world culture.

MUS 207 - American Popular Music

1. identify and analyze various styles of American music;
2. trace the evolution of musical styles in America, their sources and influences;
3. examine the broad range of cultural and historical influences on the music of America;
4. evaluate the contributions made to American music by a diverse range of ethnic groups and women.

MUS 240 - Music of World Cultures

1. identify music and musical attributes and values from around the world;
2. develop an understanding of a variety of music-cultures from around the globe and how those music-cultures fit into global society;
3. situate the music from each of the regions studied within a specific social, cultural, and historical context;
4. apply the various cultural theories (anthropological, sociological, and ethnomusicological) discussed in the course to their own musical experiences;
5. discuss the ways in which music and identity are linked within social and cultural formations, particularly along axes of race, gender, class, and ethnicity;
6. evaluate the validity of established canons and categories conventionally employed to study music and their usefulness for cross-cultural analysis.

MUS 245 - Rock and Pop

1. identify important people, organizations, events, songs, and concepts in the history of rock;
2. compare rock songs according to certain musical properties, including instrumentation, melody, rhythm, form, vocal style, and lyrical content;
3. categorize these musical comparisons within their historical contexts, which consist of the political, social, and technological developments of the 20th century and continuing to modern times;
4. engage in critical/discussions of rock music as a musical genre;
5. demonstrate the ability to think critically: assignments may include but are not limited to discussions, group projects, readings, use of video and additional media as appropriate, and short writing assignments.

NAV 101 - Beginning Navajo I

1. interpret written Navajo that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extralinguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple fixed expressions in Navajo, all the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions, and  participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands, and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. describe cultural practices and characteristics of the areas where Navajo is spoken.

NAV 102 - Beginning Navajo II

1. interpret written Navajo from texts that are linguistically non-complex;
2. create statements or questions in writing within the scope of limited language experience;
3. initiate and respond verbally to uncomplicated, basic communicative tasks and social situations;
4. demonstrate comprehension of sentence-length statements or questions in a limited number of content areas;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
7. describe the cultural practices and characteristics of the areas where Navajo is spoken.

NDT 101 - Fundamental Pipeline Integrity and Industrial Non-Destructive Testing (PLI-NDT)

1. Meet the American Society of Nondestructive Testing document ASNT CP-189 requirements for training, qualification and certification in Magnetic Particle Testing (MT Level 2).
2. Meet the American Society of Nondestructive Testing document ASNT CP-189 requirements for training, qualification and certification in Ultrasonic Thickness Testing-A-scan (UTT-Level 2-Limited).
3. Use Pipe-Listings, Dig-sheets, In-Line Inspection (ILI) data  to perform ILI validation and ILI/NDE correlation.
4. Perform Corrosion Mapping and anomaly characterization to distinguish laminations, corrosion and pitting.
5. Detect Stress Corrosion Cracking using Magnetic Particle Testing.
6. Develop effective data analysis and reporting skills to accurately communicate component condition to engineering authorities.
7. Perform MT and UTT equipment calibrations and apply MT and UTT testing techniques on material samples and components, replicating industrial components.

NDT 102 - Manual Assessment Methods of Non-Destructive Testing

1. Meet the American Society of Nondestructive Testing document ASNT CP-189 requirements for training, qualification and certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT Level 2).
2. Perform flaw characterization of planar various planar defects such as Stress Corrosion Cracking, Lack-Of-Fusion and Lack-Of-Penetration using Ultrasonic Shear-wave Testing.
3. Develop effective data analysis and reporting skills to accurately communicate component condition to engineering authorities.
4. Perform UTSW equipment calibrations and perform UTSW, ECDA and ICDA evaluation techniques on material samples and components, replicating industrial components.

NDT 201 - Pipeline Integrity and Advanced NDT

1. Meet the American Society of Nondestructive Testing document ASNT CP-189 requirements for training, qualification and certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT Level 2).
2. Meet the American Society of Nondestructive Testing document ASNT CP-189 (2011) requirements for training, qualification and certification in Phased-Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT Level 2).
3. Perform Semi-automated Internal Corrosion Mapping and anomaly characterization to distinguish mid-wall laminations, internal corrosion and pitting using AUT equipment.
4. Perform Semi-automated External Corrosion Mapping and anomaly characterization of dents, external corrosion and pitting using The Creaform® HandySCAN 3D Laser Profilometry equipment.
5. Determine various Long-seam weld types using Visual Testing (VT), Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT), Ultrasonic Testing - Shear-wave (UTSW) and Acid Etching techniques.
6. Perform critical crack sizing of planar defects such as Stress Corrosion Cracking, Lack-Of-Fusion and Lack-Of-Penetration using Ultrasonic Shear-wave Testing.
7. Preparation for Shutdown/Turn-around/Outage Corrosion Monitoring NDT technician.
8. Develop effective data analysis and reporting skills to accurately communicate component condition to engineering authorities.
9. Perform UTSW, PAUT, AUT and Creaform® HandySCAN equipment calibrations and apply various testing techniques on material samples and components, replicating industrial components.

NUR 110 - Nursing Assistant I

Requirements to enter the class include: a current TB skin test, a DPS Fingerprint Clearance card, influenza vaccination for the current flu season, TDAP immunization (within the last 10 years), proof of 2 Varicella immunizations or a positive titer ready by a licensed health care provider, and proof of 2 MMR immunizations or a positive titer read by a licensed health care provider.

These requirements are subject to change at the discretion of Northern Arizona Healthcare.
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

1. explain and identify the roles and responsibilities of the nursing assistant;
2. discuss professionalism in the workplace;
3. describe effective communication with residents and other members of the health care team;
4. identify how culture affects the care of a  resident;
5. identify elements of a safe environment for the resident, family, and health care team;
6. describe the chain of infection and general principles of infection control;
7. understand the principles of basic nutrition to meet the resident’s dietary needs;
8. identify a medical emergency and basic emergency care;
9. describe care for the peri-operative resident;
10. describe care for the resident with special needs;
11. identify the function, structure, and common abnormalities of each of the body systems;
12. demonstrate basic nursing assistant interventions.

NUR 111 - Nursing Assistant Clinical

This course requires forty (40) hours of supervised clinical in a variety of health care facilities.  

Requirements to enter the class include: a current TB skin test, a DPS Fingerprint Clearance card, influenza vaccination for the current flu season, TDAP immunization (within the last 10 years), proof of 2 Varicella immunizations or a positive titer ready by a licensed health care provider, and proof of 2 MMR immunizations or a positive titer read by a licensed health care provider. These requirements are subject to change at the discretion of Northern Arizona Healthcare.
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

1. function as a member of the health team within a health care facility/community;
2. demonstrate effective communication;
3. demonstrate ethical and legal behaviors;
4. maintain a safe environment for the client;
5. demonstrate general principles of infection control;
6. demonstrate basic nursing assistant interventions;
7. report abnormal findings to the appropriate health care team member;
8. provide care for the peri-operative client;
9. provide care for the client with special needs;
10. apply basic knowledge of body systems.

NUR 114 - Introduction to Nursing Pharmacology

1. list the eight rights of medication administration;
2. explain the application of current evidence for use with medicine administration;
3. identify accountability, ethical and legal responsibilities of the professional nurse related to safe drug administration;
4. address indications, routes, side effects, and adverse effects of medications introduced in this course;
5. discuss the use of the electronic health record and scanning technology in medication administration; 
6. distinguish roles of the hospital pharmacists, health care providers, and nurses for individualization of pharmacological interventions.

NUR 116 - Nursing Concepts I

1. identify frameworks for prioritizing client care;
2. demonstrate competence in performing nursing skills in the skills lab;
3. apply evidence-based practice to client care;
4. identify the safety needs of patients and nurses;
5. identify ethical and legal behaviors of a nurse;
6. demonstrate the ability to formulate a plan of care based on accurate client assessment;
7. utilize technology appropriately in client care;
8. report on therapeutic communication styles of other healthcare professionals.

NUR 124 - Nursing Concepts II

1. apply prioritizing frameworks to care for patients in adult medical-surgical settings;
2. demonstrate competence in performing supervised nursing skills in adult medical-surgical settings;
3. apply evidence-based practices in caring for patients in adult-medical surgical settings;
4. demonstrate safe practices in the adult medical-surgical settings;
5. demonstrate ethical and legal behaviors of a nurse in adult-medical surgical settings;
6. apply the nursing process to provide client-centered care in the clinical settings;
7. utilize appropriate technology while caring for patients in adult medical-surgical settings;
8. demonstrate collegiality and teamwork with nursing and interprofessional teams in adult-medical surgical settings.

NUR 215 - Nursing Concepts III

1. apply prioritizing frameworks to care for the mental health, pediatric, newborn and childbearing families;
2. demonstrate competence in performing nursing skills for mental health, pediatric, newborn and childbearing families;
3. apply evidence-based practices in care of mental health, pediatric, newborn and childbearing families. utilize safe practices in the mental health, pediatric, and maternal-newborn settings;
4. demonstrate safe practices in the mental health, pediatric, and maternal-newborn settings;
5. demonstrate ethical and legal behaviors of a nurse with mental health, pediatric, newborn and childbearing families;
6. apply the nursing process to provide client-centered care with mental health, pediatric, newborn and childbearing families;
7. utilize appropriate technology while caring for mental health, pediatric, newborn and childbearing families;
8. demonstrate collegiality and teamwork with nursing and interprofessional teams for mental health, pediatric, newborn and childbearing families.

NUR 220 - Nursing Concepts IV

1. demonstrate the ability to prioritize care for multiple complex patients;
2. demonstrate proficiency of technical skills for multiple complex patients;
3. integrate current evidence into clinical practice for multiple complex patients;
4. manage the safety needs of complex patients and the healthcare team;
5. demonstrate the ethical and legal behaviors of a nurse in the management of complex patients;
6. utilize clinical reasoning principles to formulate and implement a client-centered plan of care for complex patients;
7. utilize appropriate technology while caring for complex patients;
8. function effectively within nursing and interprofessional teams to foster communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and shared decision making.

NUR 222 - Management and Leadership in Nursing

1. assess setting priorities in patient management;
2. evaluate the role transition from student to professional nurse;
3. validate sources of current evidence for nursing practice;
4. evaluate professional, ethical, and legal behaviors of a registered nurse;
5. distinguish among various nursing leadership skills.

NTR 135 - Human Nutrition

1. utilize a nutritional intake assessment inventory;
2. identify the importance of sound nutritional habits and the role-modeling thereof;
3. analyze the interrelationships between nutrients and human nutrition;
4. apply nutritional concepts to various periods of the life cycle;
5. identify special health problems that are influenced positively and negatively by an individual’s food intake;
6. identify specific diseases and the special diets that contribute to their management;
7. and evaluate a client’s current nutritional information for therapeutic usefulness. 

PHI 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

1. demonstrate an ability to formulate philosophical arguments with an awareness of  key components and principles;
2. differentiate the branches of Philosophy such as Ethics, Logic, Epistemology, Metaphysics, Political Philosophy, etc.;
3. distinguish different philosophical approaches and the philosophers associated with them;
4. recognize ancient to contemporary philosophers and their impact on social and historical contexts;
5. identify and use philosophical vocabulary in appropriate contexts;
6. examine their world views via philosophical dimensions;
7. evaluate central philosophical ideas and apply these ideas to their own perspectives and assumptions;
8. apply philosophical theories to contemporary issues;
9. evaluate and explain selected philosophers’ writings;
10. and use philosophical methodologies to evaluate arguments. 

PHI 101H - Introduction to Philosophy-Honors

1. differentiate the branches of philosophy such as ethics, logic, epistemology, and metaphysics, aesthetics and the philosophy of religion; 
2. distinguish different schools of thought and the philosophers associated with them;
3. exhibit intellectual empathy and sound exegesis by accurately stating and interpreting the philosophical arguments and concepts of others; 
4. explain and use philosophical vocabulary in appropriate contexts verbally and in writing and be able to articulate philosophical arguments in an extended oral presentation;
5. apply their knowledge of important concepts such as (e.g.) ‘gender’ and ‘person’ to important ethical and social issues;
6. evaluate the arguments given in the texts and by their classmates by developing relevant counter-arguments or additional supporting arguments;
7. trace the development of philosophical ideas historically beginning with the ancient Greeks, extending through the Middle Ages and Enlightenment and to the work of contemporary philosophers;
8. use philosophical methodologies such as the Socratic method to refine concepts and to evaluate arguments.

PHI 103 - Introduction to Logic

1. describe elements and aspects of the thinking and critical thinking process;  
2. evaluate the role of biases and assumptions in though, arguments and language; 
3. identify common logical fallacies; 
4. incorporate knowledge of formal and informal logic in argumentation and problem solving; 
5. apply critical thinking skills to create solutions to problems in social, cultural, and personal issues; 
6. apply critical thinking strategies to media; 
7. recognize that closure is not always achieved in intellectual discourse. 

PHI 105 - Introduction to Ethics

1. identify major ethical theories;
2. critically evaluate their own views and those of representative thinkers;
3. evaluate a range of criteria for making moral and social policy decisions;
4. identify and discuss the moral dimension of critical and common problems;
5. reflect on personal responsibility in ethical decisions.