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Nursing (NRSG)
  

  • NRSG 261 - Adult Nursing III Clinical

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230 , NRSG 231 , NRSG 232 , NRSG 233 , NRSG 234 , NRSG 235 , NRSG 236 , NRSG 237 , NRSG 244 , NRSG 245 , NRSG 246 , NRSG 247 , NRSG 254 , NRSG 255 .
    Corequisite(s): NRSG 259 , NRSG 260 .
    This clinical experience focuses on application of the nursing process and utilization of information to provide comprehensive nursing care to the acutely ill patient experiencing complex health alterations in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed on prioritization of care and collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal client care. (Spring and Summer Semesters)
  

  • NRSG 266 - Managing Client Care for the RN

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230 , NRSG 231 , NRSG 232 , NRSG 233 , NRSG 234 , NRSG 235 , NRSG 236 , NRSG 237 , NRSG 244 , NRSG 245 , NRSG 246 , NRSG 247 , NRSG 254 , NRSG 255 .
    Corequisite(s): NRSG 267 .
    In this course students examine concepts of leadership and management emphasizing prioritization, delegation, and supervision of nursing care for patients across the lifespan. Topics also include communication techniques, legal and ethical issues, care of the culturally diverse patient, and utilizing change theory. Health care policy, finance, and regulatory environment issues are explored and applied to planning, collaborating and coordinating care across the continuum. (Spring and Summer Semesters)
  

Natural Resources Science and Management (NRSM)
  

  • NRSM 101 - Natural Resource Conservation

    Credit(s): 3

    This introductory natural resource course examines the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources with emphasis placed on understanding renewable resource conservation and management. Also explored are ecological principles behind soil, water, air, forest, rangeland, and wildlife conservation and management in a sustainable manner. Required for all first-year NR students. (Fall Semester)
  

  • NRSM 161 - Natural Resource Measurements I

    Credit(s): 5

    This is an introductory course in the techniques of resource measurements, species identification, compilation of field data and the application of normal statistics sampling procedures to representative resource situations. (Fall Semester)
  

  • NRSM 271GN - Conservation Ecology

    Credit(s): 3

    A holistic study of natural resource issues with emphasis on global forested ecosystems and human impacts. Topics include: global climate change, deforestation, indigenous cultures, soil erosion, water quality, urban interface, grazing, noxious weeds, wildfire management, game management, threatened and endangered species; including grizzly bears, lynx, wolves, bird and fish species. Non-natural resource majors are encouraged to take this course. (Spring Semester)

Nutrition (NUTR)
  

  • NUTR 122 - Whole Foods Cooking

    Credit(s): 1

    Students learn how to prepare meals that are nutrient dense and easy to prepare. Topics include principles of nutritional meal planning, digestion, colon health, food allergies, seasonal eating, fermentation of food, eating to maintain energy, therapeutic properties of foods, and healthy holiday foods. This course may be repeated for a total of two credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.  (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • NUTR 221N - Basic Human Nutrition

    Credit(s): 3

    This course relates nutritional needs during different stages of the life cycle. Basic concepts of human nutrition including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, absorption, digestions, metabolism, and energy utilization and how they relate to health and food consumption are covered. (All Semesters)

Pharmacy (PHAR)
  

  • PHAR 100 - Introduction to Pharmacy Practice for Technicians

    Credit(s): 2

    This course offers information regarding careers in pharmacy.  It includes the history of pharmacy practice and defines roles of personnel relating to pharmaceutical services. Ethical standards of the occupation and federal and state laws regulating pharmacy practice with emphasis on Montana State Pharmacy Law regulating pharmacy technicians are studied. Day-to-day operations including preparation, maintenance, and storage of pharmaceuticals and records, and basic communication skills required of the pharmacy technician.  (Fall Semester)

Philosophy (PHL)
  

  • PHL 101H - Introduction to Philosophy: Reason and Reality

    Credit(s): 3

    This course addresses the perennial questions of philosophy as they are found in the many nuances of metaphysics (what is real?), epistemology (what is knowledge?), and ethics (how ought we live?) through a study of selected great thinkers in the history of Western philosophy. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PHL 110H - Introduction to Ethics: Problems of Good and Evil

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is an examination of moral decision making and behavior, primarily within the western tradition. Students will critically examine various theories of both personal and societal ethics from the classical period until present day. Readings from Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, Kant, and Mill, as well as from numerous contemporary philosophers on such issues as good and evil, free will and determinism, ethical relativism, and egoism; courage, wisdom, compassion, and self-respect; hypocrisy, self-deception, jealousy and lying; birth control, abortion, euthanasia, racism and sexism. (Spring Semester)

Photography (PHOT)
  

  • PHOT 113F - Understanding Photography

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is an introduction to basic photographic theory and visual principles, including camera operation, film and digital and use of black and white darkroom. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PHOT 116 - Intermediate Black and White Photography

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PHOT 113 .
    This course involves theory and continued application of image control in black and white photography through the use of a variety of 35mm films and digital media. It will include advanced traditional black and white in preparation for portfolio review. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PHOT 154F - Exploring Digital Photography

    Credit(s): 3

    A beginning course about digital photography and the digital darkroom. Students learn about capturing technology of digital cameras and scanners, digital shooting techniques and computer transfer technology of monitors, printers and graphic programs. A photographic project is included. Students must have access to a digital camera, scanner, printer and associated software. Students must provide their own photo-quality paper. (All Semesters)
  

  • PHOT 160 - Digital Darkroom

    Credit(s): 3

    This course teaches students to simplify the photography process from shoot to finish. The student will use Lightroom to learn to manage this digital workflow, while complementing Adobe Photoshop software. Lightroom will be used to import, manage, and adjust one image or large volumes of digital photographs. This course will introduce students to the tools and techniques used by the professionals in the photography field. Includes image capture, manipulation, and output. Students will learn the hardware and software used by today’s creative professionals in a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and class projects. This course is intended for dedicated photography students. (All Semesters)
  

  • PHOT 254 - Intermediate Digital Photography

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PHOT 154 .
    This course gives students advanced instruction in specialized digital photography areas: shooting at night, using flash and related tools, shooting portraiture, macro-photographing, indoor shooting and printing. Basic computer skills required. (All Semesters)

Physics (PHSX)
  

  • PHSX 110 - Applied Physics

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): M 114 ,  M 123  or other trigonometry course.
    This course covers the primary topics in physics. Using methods of algebra, trigonometry and vectors, it is the mathematical study of mechanics, rotational motion, satellite motion, coordinate systems for orbital motion, electricity and magnetism, DC circuits, AC circuits, geometric optics, and wave optics.  (Spring Semester)
  

  • PHSX 126NL - General Science: Physical Science

    Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): M 090~ .
    This course explores the basic principles of physics, chemistry, and the properties of matter. Material is presented in the context of observable, everyday phenomena emphasizing concepts rather than theory. (Spring Semester)
  

  • PHSX 205NL - College Physics I

    Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): M 153  or equivalent and high school trigonometry.
    This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence for students who need physics to support work in other fields. It may not be used as a prerequisite for advanced work in physics. The mathematical study, using algebraic, trigonometric, and vector methods of Newtonian mechanics of solids and fluids including forces, motion both linear and rotational, equilibrium, work and energy, momentum, conservation laws, kinetic theory and thermodynamics, and vibrational and wave motion. Laboratory work is included. (Fall Semester)
  

  • PHSX 207NL - College Physics II

    Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): PHSX 205 .
    This is the second semester of a two-semester sequence for students who need physics to support work in other fields. It may not be used as a prerequisite for advanced work in physics. The mathematical study, using algebraic, trigonometric, and vector methods, of electricity and magnetism including forces, fields, and energy; induction; and AC and DC circuits; light, geometric and wave optics and optical devices; and selected topics from modern physics including special relativity, atomic physics, and nuclear and quantum physics applications. Laboratory work is included. (Spring Semester)
  

  • PHSX 220NL - Physics I (with Calculus)

    Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): M 171 .
    Corequisite(s): M 172 .
    This is the first course in a three-semester sequence in general physics.  Topics in mechanics (linear and rotational motion, energy and momentum, conservation principles), fluid dynamics, waves (simple harmonic motion, mechanical waves, superposition, sound), and heat (the laws of thermodynamics and the kinetic theory of gas). Laboratory work included. (Spring Semester)
  

  • PHSX 222NL - Physics II (with Calculus)

    Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): M 172 , PHSX 220 .
    This second course in general physics covers electricity and magnetism (electric forces and fields, electric potential, AC and DC circuits, magnetic forces, torques and fields, Maxwell’s equations) and optics (geometrical and wave optics). Laboratory work included. (Spring Semester)
  

  • PHSX 224 - Physics III

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): PHSX 222 .
    This third course in general physics covers waves and optics (further enhance the topics of the first two semesters) and modern physics (relativity, models of the atom, quantum mechanics, nuclear physics and particle physics). Laboratory work included. (Fall Semester)
  

  • PHSX 290 - Undergraduate Research

    Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): instructor’s consent.
    Undergraduate research under the supervision of a full-time faculty member. This course may be repeated for a total of ten credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Intermittently)

Process Plant Technology (PPT)
  

  • PPT 201 - Introduction to Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems

    Credit(s): 4

    Industrial systems use the force and power of fluids and gases to perform a multitude of tasks.  This course is designed to provide students with the basic understanding of how hydraulics and pneumatics, in an industrial setting, are used to complete tasks from simple to complex.  The course will address subjects including hydraulic/pneumatic components, symbols, schematics, design, and mathematics associated with such power systems. (Fall Semester)
  

  • PPT 202 - Advanced Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): PPT 201 .
    This course extends the knowledge base from the introductory course to a more practical setting for the application of fluid power systems.  Students will be exposed to more complex elements of hydraulic/pneumatic design.  They will become more effective in the installation, adjustment, and troubleshooting of industrial systems.  Practical circuits will be created and debugged using hands-on hydraulic/pneumatic equipment.  Troubleshooting issues will emphasize systematic strategies instead of trial and error methods. (Spring Semester)

Political Science (PSCI)
  

  • PSCI 210B - Introduction to American Government

    Credit(s): 3

    Students will explore the nature, purpose, and forms of the American government; relationship between function and structure; dynamics of political change; governmental problems of modern society; emphasis upon constitutional principles, political processes, public opinion, interest groups, political parties, elections, congress, the Presidency, and the Courts. (All Semesters)
  

  • PSCI 230G - Introduction to International Relations

    Credit(s): 3

    This course reviews the evolution of the nation-state system and survey of contemporary international actors, issues, and forces for stability and change.  (Fall Semester)
  

  • PSCI 250B - Introduction to Political Theory

    Credit(s): 3

    This course analyzes the various attempts (from Plato to Marx) to explain, instruct, and justify the distribution of political power in society. Emphasis is placed upon those theories whose primary concern is to define the nature of the ethical “good” society. (Spring Semester)

Psychology (PSYX)
  

  • PSYX 100A - Introduction to Psychology

    Credit(s): 4

    This course is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Topics include (but are not limited to) the history and disciplines of psychology, research methods, the biological bases of behavior, human development, sensation and perception, consciousness, cognition, intelligence, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, stress and coping, disorders and their treatments, and social psychology. (All Semesters)
  

  • PSYX 150 - Drugs and Society

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is a study of substance use and abuse in society, relative to controlled substances in general, and to specific classes of drugs as well. Personal and societal attitudes and responses toward the drug phenomenon are explored. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PSYX 230A - Developmental Psychology

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 . 
    This course is an examination of the stages of normal development with the intent to provide a broad, comprehensive background in the study of human development from conception through the end of life.  The basic theme will focus on what can be done to facilitate the development of more fully functioning individuals at each particular stage of life and how culture and ethnicity influence development over the life span. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PSYX 233 - Fundamentals of Psychology of Aging

    Credit(s): 3

    This course presents current research on neuroscience and physiology of aging; explores factors that influence health and have implications for preventive measures in disease and health disorders in the aging; examines nature of health problems and methods of assessing physical, cognitive, and psychological need; and explores aging effects on client and caregiver. (Fall Semester)
  

  • PSYX 240A - Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 . 
    This course is an introduction to the scientific study of abnormal behavior as a way to describe, predict and explain psychopathology. Topics include classification schemes, the major disorders, and appropriate therapies. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PSYX 250NA - Fundamentals of Biological Psychology

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 .
    An exploration of the basic neural mechanisms underlying behavior, including topics such as: the neuron, the impulse, the synapse, the central and peripheral nervous systems, psychoactive drugs, reproduction, emotion, learning and memory, communication, and neurological and psychiatric disorders.  (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PSYX 260A - Fundamentals of Social Psychology

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 .
    The study of human behaviors as social beings, and how social situations affect individual behavior is the basis of this course. Topics include aggression, prejudice, conformity, communications, and a variety of social experiences. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • PSYX 264 - Fundamentals of Group Dynamics for Substance Abuse Counselors

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 242  or PSYX 100  or instructor’s consent.
    This course is an introduction to the use of group counseling in substance abuse treatment. The stages of group development, leadership skills, and ethical concerns in this approach to substance abuse treatment are highlighted. (Spring Semester)
  

  • PSYX 270 - Fundamentals of Psychology of Learning

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 .
    An introduction to theory and research on human and animal learning, this course addresses scientific principles, theories, and applications related to learning, including (but not limited to) classical, operant, and instrumental conditioning, social learning, and other types and approaches to learning. (Spring Semester)

Parks, Tourism, and Recreation Management (PTRM)
  

  • PTRM 201 - Recreation Management

    Credit(s): 2

    This course will introduce students to the many recreational uses on public and private lands. The focus will be recreational management of multiple-use forestlands, parks, wilderness, and private lands. Students will explore constraints and challenges imposed by multiple uses of land. Historical and current relationships between people, recreation, and natural resources in the United States will be discussed. Recreational survey data will be developed and compiled and then uses and recommendations will be provided. Students also will plan, implement, and manage a recreational event. (Fall Semester)

Religious Studies (RLST)
  

  • RLST 100G - Introduction to the Study of Religion

    Credit(s): 3

    This course examines religion as a universal aspect of human culture. Through this academic approach to the subject, numerous religious traditions will be studied. Common elements such as symbols, rites, scriptures, language, and mythologies will be examined. (Intermittently)

Languages: Russian (RUSS)
  

  • RUSS 101GH - Elementary Russian I

    Credit(s): 4

    Introduction to Russian grammar and sentence structure, with extensive practice in conversation and oral comprehension. (Intermittently)
  

  • RUSS 102GH - Elementary Russian II

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): RUSS 101 .
    This course is a continuation of RUSS 101 . Further instruction and practice in oral and written communication, as well as Russian culture. (Intermittently)

Sustainable Food and Bioenergy Systems (SFBS)
  

  • SFBS 146 - Introduction to Sustainable Food and Bioenergy Systems

    Credit(s): 3

    This course provides an introduction to agricultural sustainability from a systems perspective, with an emphasis in the natural sciences. An array of diverse agricultural systems and practices will be discussed and examined for their relative sustainability. Key topics include food systems, crop production and agroecology. (Fall Semester)

Languages: Sign (SIGN)
  

  • SIGN 101G - Introduction to American Sign Language

    Credit(s): 3

    Learn to communicate with the deaf using the language most widely employed by the deaf population. This course includes expressive and receptive skills in finger spelling, basic word and phrase sign, facial expression and body language, conceptual signing, and basic deaf culture. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • SIGN 201G - Intermediate American Sign Language

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): SIGN 101  or some knowledge of sign language.
    Learn to communicate with the deaf, using American Sign Language. Includes finger spelling and conceptual signing, facial expression and body language, and deaf culture. (Spring Semester)

Sociology (SOCI)
  

  • SOCI 101A - Introduction to Sociology

    Credit(s): 3

    A course designed to introduce the student to the concepts and terms used in the study of man as a social being, it addresses group life of humans: culture, society, association, institutions, collective behavior, and social interaction. (All Semesters)
  

  • SOCI 142 - 21st Century Popular Culture

    Credit(s): 3

    This course investigates popular culture, its nature, its role in our lives and its broad effects on society and democratic ideals. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SOCI 220GA - Race, Gender and Class

    Credit(s): 3

    Using a variety of sociological perspectives, this course looks at the relationship between race, gender, and class in the United States and around the world. Emphasis is on historical and comparative analysis, distribution of power, conflict and reconciliation, and social change. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • SOCI 260 - Introduction to Juvenile Delinquency

    Credit(s): 3

    This course explores theories of causation, social function and treatment of juvenile delinquency; specific attention to juvenile court systems and correctional/treatment methods as they relate to deviance prior to adulthood. (Fall Semester)

Languages: Spanish (SPNS)
  

  • SPNS 101GH - Elementary Spanish I

    Credit(s): 4

    This course is an introduction to reading, writing, and speaking Spanish. (Fall Semester)
  

  • SPNS 102GH - Elementary Spanish II

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): SPNS 101 .
    A continuation of SPNS 101 with more in-depth practice in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish. Examines cultural practices of Spanish-speaking countries. (Spring Semester)

Surveying (SRVY)
  

  • SRVY 120 - Surveying in Natural Resources

    Credit(s): 2

    An introduction to basic land measurements and forest surveying techniques. Exercises include measuring horizontal, vertical, and slope distances; measuring angles and direction, conducting closed traverses, identifying property boundary location and computation and drafting of field data. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 152 - Surveying Graphics

    Credit(s): 2

    Instruction and practice in the use of drafting tools, lettering, and line construction. The drafting of surveying related projects such as certificates of survey, topographic maps, easement, and encroachment exhibits. (Fall Semester)
  

  • SRVY 241 - Introduction to Surveying for Land Surveyors I

    Credit(s): 5

    Corequisite(s): M 095~ , M 123 .
    Instruction and practice in the use of various surveying instruments to determine point locations; measurement of horizontal and vertical angles; chaining and use of EDM; leveling to determine elevations; recording of field notes; statistical analysis of data; use of compass; the relationships between angles and bearings/azimuths. (Fall Semester)
  

  • SRVY 242 - Introduction to Surveying for Land Surveyors II

    Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 241 .
    Corequisite(s): SRVY 255 .
    A continuation of SRVY 241 ; additional practice in the measurement of horizontal and zenith angles and distances; sources of random and systematic errors associated with traverses; traverse and coordinate geometry computations using hand calculators; area determination of regular and irregular polygons; calculation and staking of horizontal and vertical curves; site/topographic mapping; state plane coordinates. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 245 - GPS Mapping

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): GPHY 284  or SRVY 283 .
    An introductory course on the fundamentals of the Global Positioning System as it applies to digital mapping and navigation. Instruction and practice in the use of mapping-grade GPS receivers. Analysis of positional accuracy and precision. Course concludes with students selecting and implementing an individual mapping project with final report and class presentation. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 246 - Introduction to GPS for Surveyors

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): GPHY 284  or SRVY 283 .
    An introductory course on the fundamentals of the Global Positioning System as it applies to digital mapping and navigation. Instruction and practice in the use of mapping-grade GPS receivers. Analysis of positional accuracy and precision. Course concludes with students selecting and implementing an individual mapping project with final report and class presentation. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 247 - Survey-grade GPS Control and Analysis

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 270  and SRVY 271  or instructor’s consent.
    This course is a review of basic Global Positioning System principles, maintenance and adjustment of equipment, instruction and practice in field and office procedures for collecting and processing survey-grade GPS data, student-designed projects with instructor supervision utilizing both fast static and RTK GPS survey techniques to extend a control network, and mast field and office procedures. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 248 - Unmanned Aerial Mapping Systems

    Credit(s): 2

    This course covers the fundamental components of small unmanned aerial systems (UASs) and how they are used to produce high resolution, spatially accurate, planimetric maps, and 3-D models of the terrain. (Fall Semester)
  

  • SRVY 255 - Surveying Calculations

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 241 .
    Corequisite(s): SRVY 242 .
    Use of personal computers and associated software to solve typical surveying problems: traverse calculations; rotation and translation of coordinates; intersection calculations; area cutoff calculations; subdivision and road right-of-way design. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 262 - Public Land Survey System

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 241 .
    A study of the United States Public Land Survey System. Emphasis on the legal principles of boundary location and the retracement of the rectangular survey system. Subdivision of sections. Corner search and remonumentation. Determination of directions using solar observation. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 265 - Surveying Laws and Land Division

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 270 .
    A study of selected state laws and regulations that pertain to the surveying profession; laws that affect the surveying and division of lands in Montana; layout and design of subdivisions. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 268 - CAD for Surveying Profession

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 152 .
    Introduction to the use of AutoCAD to generate drawings associated with the surveying profession such as certificates of survey, plan/profile drawings, and preliminary subdivision plats. Use of DXF files. Digitizing of existing drawings into an Auto-CAD drawing. (Fall Semester)
  

  • SRVY 270 - Legal Principles in Surveying I

    Credit(s): 5

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 242 , SRVY 255 , SRVY 262 .
    Corequisite(s): SRVY 268 .
    Legal principles associated with locating boundaries: simultaneously versus sequentially created boundaries; deeds and other legal instruments; easements; research and evidence; use of county courthouse records; law library research with in-class presentation of relevant cases; writing and interpretation of legal descriptions; professional ethics and business practices; retracing/surveying boundaries with total stations; use of data collectors for mapping purposes. (Fall Semester)
  

  • SRVY 271 - Legal Principles in Surveying II

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 270  or instructor’s consent.
    Corequisite(s): SRVY 247 , SRVY 273 .
    More legal principles associated with locating boundaries: additional writing and interpretation of legal descriptions; riparian boundaries and related topics; adverse possession and prescription; road law; advanced PLSS case studies; emphasis on case law research with written reports and oral presentations; professional ethics and business practices. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 273 - Route Surveying

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 270 .
    Corequisite(s): SRVY 247 , SRVY 271 .
    Instruction and practice in basic road design techniques: review of horizontal and vertical curve calculations; spiral curves; P-line staking; earthwork and mass diagram calculations; slope staking. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 275 - Analytic Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): GPHY 284  or SRVY 283 .
    The theory and application of photo and electro-optical remote sensing for mapping resources and developing information systems. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 280 - Land Surveying Computers

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 246 .
    Computer maintenance procedures typically encountered in a surveying office environment including installation and upgrading of hardware and software. Installation and configuration of plotters, digitizer boards and GPS stations is also covered. (Spring Semester)
  

  • SRVY 283 - GIS for Survey Analysis

    Credit(s): 4

    Introduction to the basic concepts and techniques of computerized spatial data management and analysis systems with application to natural resource/surveying assessment. (Fall Semester)
  

  • SRVY 290 - Undergraduate Research: Projects in GIS

    Credit(s): 2

    Student designed project with staff supervision to extend GIS and remote sensing knowledge and experience. Students will select a project within their field of interest and design/implement a GIS for the project. Some opportunities exist for internships with local agencies. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits.  Students receiving financial aid or veteran benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • SRVY 290x - Undergraduate Research

    Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): instructor’s consent.
    This course consists of undergraduate research under the supervision of a full-time faculty member.  This course may be repeated for a total of ten credits.  Students receiving financial aid or veteran’s benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course. (Intermittently)
  

  • SRVY 298 - OJT: Land Surveying III

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): SRVY 242 .
    On-the-job training under the supervision of a registered professional surveyor. A minimum of 120 hours of work is required as well as a daily diary detailing work performed. (Intermittently)

Statistics (STAT)
  

  • STAT 216M - Introduction to Statistics

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score, a grade of “C” or better in M 115 , M 140 , or M 152 , or Math Department consent.
    Graphical methods, measures of location and dispersion, probability, commonly used distributions, estimation, and tests of hypotheses through analysis of variance are introduced. Five major probability distributions are discussed: the binomial, normal, student’s t, chi-square, and the F distribution. (All Semesters)

Theatre (THTR)
  

  • THTR 101FH - Introduction to Theatre

    Credit(s): 3

    The background and theories of theatre arts, appreciation of the theatre and dramatic literature, and the practical aspects of producing a play are explored. (Intermittently)
  

  • THTR 102F - Introduction to Theatre Design

    Credit(s): 3

    This course will provide a basic understanding of the principles of design for the theatre including the production elements of scenery, sound, digital media and lighting. (Spring Semester)
  

  • THTR 103 - Introduction to House Management

    Credit(s): 1

    Students will learn the procedures and responsibilities of house management and of being front-of-house staff through participation in several class/workshops and then putting those skills into practice by working FVCC Theatre Arts productions. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans’ benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • THTR 106 - Theatre Production I: Run Crew

    Credit(s): 1

    Students function as a member of the production team in a role of responsibility (i.e. scenic designer, lighting designer, artistic director, technical director…). Course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans’ benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Intermittently)
  

  • THTR 120F - Introduction to Acting I

    Credit(s): 3

    The focus of this course is interactive development of basic acting skills through psycho-physical technique: dramatic action, image-making and improvisation. (Fall Semester)
  

  • THTR 121F - Introduction to Acting II

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): instructor’s consent.
    A continuation of THTR 120 , students further explore improvisation, textual links and development of performance project. (Spring Semester)
  

  • THTR 202 - Stagecraft I: Lighting and Costumes

    Credit(s): 3

    Fundamental theories and application in the areas of scenery, lighting, sound, and stage properties are covered in this course. (Fall Semester)
  

  • THTR 203 - Stagecraft II: Scenery and Props

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is a continuation of the fundamental theories and application in the areas of scenery, lighting, sound and stage properties and painting. (Spring Semester)
  

  • THTR 205 - Theatre Workshop II

    Credit(s): 2

    This course is designed to give the student the theory, practice, and application of the artistic and technical production in a performance situation. Course may be repeated for a total of eight credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans’ benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • THTR 210 - Voice and Speech I

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): THTR 102  or instructor’s consent.
    This course introduces the basic concepts of voice production, phonetics, and speech for the stage. Students will develop kinesthetic awareness of the body necessary for dynamic movement, breath, voice, and speech on stage. (Fall Semester)
  

  • THTR 215 - Audition Preparation

    Credit(s): 2

    This course will introduce students to the audition techniques appropriate to professional theatre auditions and best practices in auditions for theatre, film, television, and advanced training programs. This course can be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid office before repeating this course. (Spring Semester)
  

  • THTR 235H - Dramatic Literature

    Credit(s): 3

    This course will examine a variety of plays from ancient Greece to modern times. The types of drama studied range from tragedy to comedy. The styles of drama studied will also vary including classicism, realism, and absurdism. This course focuses on drama as a literary genre. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • THTR 239CF - Creative Drama and Dance for K-8

    Credit(s): 3

    This course focuses on the use of creative drama and dance as types of educational tools.  Students will explore, experience, and implement creative teaching methods in order to promote scholarship through kinesthetic teaching in elementary education.  (Spring Semester)
  

  • THTR 275 - Beginning Directing II

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is offered for students wishing to expand their theatre experience in the area of artistic direction. This course is geared to anyone with an interest in developing the basic skills necessary to understand the role and responsibility of the artistic director. (Intermittently)

Fish and Wildlife Science and Management (WILD)
  

  • WILD 270N - Wildlife Habitat and Conservation

    Credit(s): 3

    Principles of wildlife ecology and wildlife administration as a basis for the conservation of species with their habitat. Non-natural resource majors are encouraged to take this course. (Spring Semester)

Welding (WLDG)
  

  • WLDG 100 - Introduction to Welding Fundamentals

    Credit(s): 2

    This course is an introduction to welding theory.  The fundamentals of welding equipment used in oxyacetylene, shielded metal acr, gas metal arc, gas tungsten arc, including welding and cutting safety.  Basic metallurgy and welding process theory will be incorporated.  Some computer training is included. (Fall Semester)
  

  • WLDG 111 - Welding Theory I Practical

    Credit(s): 3

    This is an introductory course presenting the care and use of arc and oxy-fuel welding equipment, regulators, torches, cylinders, power sources, electrodes, characteristics of operation, welding of mild steel and special application weld procedures. Various techniques of welding mild steel and medium steel will be studied. Mechanical properties of metals and types of joints are also presented. (All Semesters)
  

  • WLDG 117 - Blueprint Reading and Welding Symbols

    Credit(s): 3

    This course presents an introduction to industrial blueprints used in the welding industry. Emphasis will be placed on terminology, weld symbols, weld specifications, dimensions, industry and AWS standards. The course also includes interpretation of plans and drawings used by industry in field applications. (All Semesters)
  

  • WLDG 119 - Welding Certification II

    Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): WLDG 185  or instructor’s consent.
    This class provides experienced welders the opportunity to prepare for, practice, and complete the AWS National Welding Certificate exam. The training will include flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions for mild and medium steel. Emphasis is placed on AWS standards for Structural Steel welding codes employing 1” steel for unlimited thickness certification to AWS standards. This course may be repeated for a total of eight credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran’s benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • WLDG 122 - Welding Theory III Practical

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): WLDG 100 , WLDG 111  or instructor’s consent.
    This is an introductory course that presents the care and use of flux core arc welding (FCAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). The course presents various techniques of welding mild steel and medium steel. The mechanical properties of metals and types of joints are discussed in relation to FCAW and GTAW techniques. (All Semesters)
  

  • WLDG 136 - GMAW/GTAW Welding and Certification

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): WLDG 111 .
    An advanced study of Gas Metal Arc Welding using the dual shield flux-core welding process in various positions; emphasis will be placed on 5G and 6G positions. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding to ferrous and non-ferrous metals in various positions on pipe and plate will be studied. This course may be repeated for a total of 16 credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran’s benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this class. (All Semesters)
  

  • WLDG 145 - Fabrication Basics I

    Credit(s): 2

    Corequisite(s): EWLD 110 , WLDG 111 , and WLDG 117 .
    This course covers basic fabrication techniques as they relate to product manufacturing, maintenance and repair. Topics presented include bending, forming, shearing, punching operations. Emphasis is placed on welding with the FCAW (Dual Shield) method.  This course also covers thermal torch cutting (i.e. hand held plasma and oxy-fuel).  Students will be able to perform proficiency within these cutting methods and describe the pros and cons of each method. (Fall Semester)
  

  • WLDG 146 - Fabrication Basics II

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): EWLD 110 , WLDG 111 , WLDG 117 , and WLDG 145 .
    This course builds on the previous fabrication course by reinforcing equipment use and welding capabilities.  Assigned welding projects are incorporated into the class.  This course requires students to create complete bluebrints of the project chosen.  Equipment use and welding skills learned from pre-requisite courses will be utilized for this course. (Spring Semester).
  

  • WLDG 185 - Welding Qualification Test Preparation

    Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): WLDG 111  or instructor’s consent.
    This course provides experienced welders the opportunity to prepare for, practice, and complete the AWS National Welding Certificate exam to AWS D1.1 code. The training will include flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead positions of mild and medium steel. Emphasis is placed on heat and rod selection for various metals, techniques, and exam requirements. Both stick and tig welders will be employed. This course may be repeated for a total of nine credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran’s benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this class. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • WLDG 210 - Pipe Welding

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): WLDG 111 .
    This course is an introduction to pipe welding using the shielded metal arc welding process. The student is instructed on electrode selection, joint and equipment setup. All pipe welding positions will be presented along with the various welding processes employed in pipe welding. (Fall and Spring Semesters)
  

  • WLDG 220 - Welding Fabrication I

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): EWLD 110 , WLDG 111 , WLDG 117 , and WLDG 146 .
    This is an advanced fabrication course that covers basic project management, including material and labor bidding and time management.  Projects will be instructor driven and students are responsible for the basic design, along with maintaining a project package.  By the end of this course, students will have a greater understanding of projects costs and management.  (Fall Semester)
  

  • WLDG 222 - Welding Fabrication II

    Credit(s): 4

    Prerequisite(s): EWLD 110 , WLDG 111 , WLDG 117 , and WLDG 220 .
    This course offers advanced welding techniques that include beam coping and splicing.  Welding procedure specifications (WPS’s) and how they are created will be covered.  Projects from WLDG 220  will be utilized for this course.  Welder qualification tests will be given using the flux core arc (FCAW Dual Shield) method in both horizontal and vertical upward positions (2G and 3G unlimited thickness).  (Spring Semester)
 

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