May 15, 2024  
2017-2018 Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician

  
  • CPMT 2350 - Industry Certification Preparation


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An overview of the objectives for industry specific certification exam(s).

  
  • CPMT 2449 - Advanced Computer Networking Technology


    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    An in-depth study of network technology with emphasis on network operating systems, network connectivity, hardware, and software. Mastery of implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of LAN and/or WAN network environments.

    Prerequisite: ITNW 1325 .

Carpentry/Carpenter

  
  • CRPT 1323 - Floor Systems


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    An introduction to common floor systems. Includes component identification; construction of a floor system; safe work practices; and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

  
  • CRPT 1329 - Introduction to Carpentry


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    An introduction to the carpentry trade including safety, tools, equipment, terminology, and methods.

  
  • CRPT 1345 - Conventional Interior Finish Systems


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Installation of interior finish systems and components including the placement and installation of doors, trim, floor, wall, and ceiling finishes. Emphasis on safe work practices and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

  
  • CRPT 1411 - Conventional Roof Systems


    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Principles of design and construction of a conventional roof system incorporating gable, hip, and intersections. Emphasis given to safe work practices and the selection, use, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

  
  • CRPT 1415 - Conventional Wall Systems


    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Conventional wall systems with emphasis on wood frame construction. Includes identification of components; construction of wall systems; safe work practices; and the selection, use, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

  
  • CRPT 1441 - Exterior Finish Systems


    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Installation of exterior finish systems and components including the placement and installation of cornice, windows, doors, siding, and flashing. Emphasis on safe work practices and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

  
  • CRPT 1445 - Interior Finish Systems


    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Installation of interior finish systems and components including the placement and installation of doors, trim, floor, wall, and ceiling finishes. Emphasis on safe work practices and use, and maintenance of tools and equipment.


Cosmetology

  
  • CSME 1401 - Orientation to Cosmetology


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours)  An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of cosmetology. The student will exhibit comprehension of professional ethics, demonstrate sanitation and safety, and explain the rules and regulations of the state licensing agency.

  
  • CSME 1405 - Fundamentals of Cosmetology


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours) A course in the basic fundamentals of cosmetology. Topics include safety and sanitation, service preparation, manicure, facial, chemical services, shampoo, haircut, wet styling, and comb out.

  
  • CSME 1420 - Orientation to Facial Specialist


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of facials and skin care. The student will explain professional ethics, demonstrate sanitation and safety, and state the rules and regulations of the state licensing agency.

  
  • CSME 1430 - Orientation to Nail Technology


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) An overview of the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for the field of nail technology. The student will exhibit comprehension of professional ethics, demonstrate sanitation and sterilization, and reiterate the rules and regulations of the state licensing agency.

  
  • CSME 1434 - Cosmetology Instructor I


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours)  The fundamentals of instructing cosmetology students. The student will develop an understanding of classroom/clinic management; design teaching methodologies, and implement lesson plans.

  
  • CSME 1435 - Orientation to the Instruction of Cosmetology


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours) An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the instruction of cosmetology students. The student will develop an understanding of the rules and regulations of the state licensing agency; explain teaching methodologies, and lesson plan development.

  
  • CSME 1441 - Principles of Nail Technology II


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) Advanced concepts and principles of nail technology. Topics include professional ethics, salon management, client relations, and related skills of nail technology.

  
  • CSME 1443 - Manicuring and Related Theory


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours) Presentation of the theory and practice of nail services. Topics include terminology, application, and workplace competencies related to nail services.

  
  • CSME 1445 - Principles of Facial / Skin Care Technology II


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) Advanced concepts and principles in skin care and other related technologies. Topics include advanced instruction in anatomy physiology, theory, and related skills of facial and skin care technology. The student will describe the operation and demonstrate the use of facial machines, identify and explain the chemical composition of products, perform an advanced application of skin care and cosmetics, and remove superfluous hair.

  
  • CSME 1447 - Principles of Skin Care / Facials and Related Theory


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) In-depth coverage of the theory and practice of skin care, facials, and cosmetics.

  
  • CSME 1451 - Artistry of Hair, Theory and Practice


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) Instruction in the artistry of hair design. Topics include theory, techniques, and application of hair design. The student will identify the terminology related to hair structure, growth, and distribution; exhibit workplace competencies related to the artistry of hair; and perform the professional skills of hair design.

  
  • CSME 1453 - Chemical Reformation and Related Theory


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) Presentation of the theory and practice of chemical reformation including terminology, application, and workplace competencies.

  
  • CSME 1521 - Principles of Facial and Skin Care Technology I


    5 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (144 hours) An introduction to the principles of facial and skin care technology. Topics include anatomy, physiology, theory, and related skills of facial and skin care technology. The student will identify the basic anatomy and physiology of the skin and demonstrate the related skills of skin care and cosmetics.

  
  • CSME 1531 - Principles of Nail Technology I


    5 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (144 hours) A course in the principles of nail technology. Topics include anatomy, physiology, theory, and skills related to nail technology. The student will identify the basic anatomy and physiology of the hands, arms, and feet, and demonstrate the related skills of manicuring, pedicuring, and nail enhancement.

  
  • CSME 2310 - Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory


    3 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 8 hours lab

    (144 hours) Advanced concepts and practice of haircutting. Topics include haircuts utilizing scissors, razor, and/or clippers. The student will exhibit work place competencies and identify terminology related to haircutting and finishing techniques, and demonstrate use of implements and various sectioning, haircutting, and finishing techniques.

  
  • CSME 2343 - Salon Development


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    (96 hours) Procedures necessary for salon development. Topics include professional ethics and goal setting, salon operation, and record keeping. The student will create a salon portfolio, demonstrate an understanding of salon operations, and demonstrate organizational skills related to salon management.

  
  • CSME 2350 - Preparation for the State Licensing Written Examination


    3 semester hours
    Preparation for the state licensing written examination.

  
  • CSME 2351 - Preparation for the State Licensing Practical Examination


    3 semester hours
    Preparation for the state licensing practical examination.

  
  • CSME 2401 - The Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) Presentation of the theory, practice, and chemistry of hair color. Topics include terminology, application, and workplace competencies related to hair color.

  
  • CSME 2414 - Cosmetology Instructor II


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours) A continuation of the fundamentals of instructing cosmetology students. The student will demonstrate proper classroom/clinic management and implement teaching methodologies and lesson plans.

  
  • CSME 2415 - Cosmetology Instructor III


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours) Presentation of lesson plan assignments and evaluation techniques for a cosmetology program. The student will develop an understanding of the proper assessment and evaluation techniques in a cosmetology program and design an evaluation tool for a cosmetology program.

  
  • CSME 2439 - Advanced Hair Design


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) Advanced concepts in the theory and practice of hair design. The student will identify terminology related to hair design, demonstrate proper techniques related to hair design, and exhibit workplace competencies.

  
  • CSME 2441 - Preparation for State Licensing Examination


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours) Preparation for the Texas Department of Rules and Regulations Operator Examination.

  
  • CSME 2444 - Cosmetology Instructor IV


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    (160 hours) Advanced concepts of instruction in a cosmetology program. Topics include demonstration, development, and implementation of advanced evaluation and assessment techniques.

  
  • CSME 2445 - Instructional Theory and Clinic Operation


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (128 hours) An overview of the objectives required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for Instructor Examination. The student will exhibit the skills required for the completion of the c Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation curriculum, including the management of a lab/clinic in a cosmetology program, and exhibit classroom management skills.

  
  • CSME 2449 - Cosmetology Instructor III


    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    Presentation of lesson plan assignments and evaluation techniques.

  
  • CSME 2530 - Nail Enhancement


    5 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (144 hours) A course in the theory, application, and related technology of artificial nails.

  
  • CSME 2531 - Principles of Facials and Skin Care Technology III


    5 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab

    (144 hours) Advanced concepts and principles of skin care and other related technologies. The student will demonstrate professional ethics and salon management, and establish client relations and related skills in preparation for the state licensing examination.


Criminal Justice - Non-Transfer

  
  • CJCR 1304 - Probation and Parole


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Survey of the structure, organization, and operation of probation and parole services. Emphasis on applicable state statutes and administrative guidelines.

  
  • CJCR 2325 - Legal Aspects of Corrections


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A study of the operation, management, and legal issues affecting corrections. Analysis of constitutional issues involving rights of the convicted as well as civil liability of correctional agencies and staff.

  
  • CJLE 1111 - Basic Firearms


    1 semester hour
    1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab

    Firearm safety, cleaning and care techniques, proper shooting principles, and firearm proficiency.

  
  • CJLE 1325 - Criminal Justice Survey


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An overview of criminal justice agencies with an emphasis on preparation for law enforcement licensure.

  
  • CJLE 2324 - Texas Peace Officer Capstone


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors that are components of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement learning objectives pertinent to a law enforcement career.  This class is the capstone course of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Course #1011.

  
  • CJLE 2520 - Texas Peace Officer Procedures


    5 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 5 hours lab

    Study of the techniques and procedures used by police officers on patrol. Includes controlled substance identification, handling abnormal persons, traffic collision, investigation, note taking and report writing, vehicle operation, traffic direction, crowd control, and jail operations. Partially satisfies Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCLE) Course #1011.  Students who complete 7 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement-approved academic CRIJ courses and the 4 sequence courses (for a total of 11 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Academic Licensing Requirements) may be certified to sit for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Academic Licensing exam upon completion of college/university degree.

  
  • CJLE 2521 - Texas Peace Officer Law


    5 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 5 hours lab

    Study of laws directly related to police field work. Topics include Texas Transportation Code, intoxicated driver, Texas Penal Code, elements of crimes, Texas Family Code, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, and civil liability. Partially satisfies Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCLE) Course #1011.  Students who complete 7 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement-approved academic CRIJ courses and the 4 sequence courses (for a total of 11 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement academic licensing requirements) may be certified to sit for Texas Commission on Law Enforcement licensing exam upon completion of college/university degree.

  
  • CJLE 2522 - Texas Peace Officer Skills


    5 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 5 hours lab

    Requires the demonstration and practice of the skills of a police officer including patrol, driving, traffic stop skills, use of force, mechanics of arrest, firearm safety and emergency medical care. Partially satisfies Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCLE)  Course #1011.  This is one of a sequence of three courses that may be offered by colleges approved by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement to offer the academic licensing eligibility program. Students who complete 7 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement-approved academic courses and the 3 sequence courses (for a total of 10 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement academic licensing requirements) may be certified to sit for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Licensing Exam. Approval by the designated college departmental administrator is required.

  
  • CJSA 1348 - Ethics in Criminal Justice


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Ethical philosophies and issues pertaining to the various professions in the criminal justice system. Topics include constitutional ethics, codes of conduct, and standards of conduct along with the ethical issues emanating from constitutional conflict with public protection and individual rights, civil liberties, and correctional policies.

  
  • CJSA 1351 - Use of Force


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Study of the use of force including introduction to and statutory authority for the use of force, force options, deadly force, and related legal issues. Fulfills the TCLEOSE Use of Force Intermediate Certificate requirement.

  
  • CJSA 1392 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice Studies


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

  
  • CJSA 2331 - Child Abuse, Prevention, and Investigation


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Forms of child abuse and neglect and the traits of typical abusers. Includes strategies to investigate abuse, interview victims and witnesses, document evidence in accordance with state law, and conduct case studies.

  
  • CJSA 2334 - Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Series of lectures and class participation exercises presenting selected topics currently confronting criminal justice personnel and the public they serve. This course will be the capstone course for the Law Enforcement program students, consisting of a comprehensive review of the elements of TCLEOSE Basic Peace Officer Examination. Successful completion of this course is required prior to taking the TCLEOSE exam. The capstone experience must occur during the student’s last semester and requires the approval of the program director.

  
  • CJSA 2388 - Internship - Criminal Justice Studies


    3 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 8 hours lab

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Prerequisite: This is a capstone course and should be taken in the student’s last semester of their educational program.

Criminal Justice - Transfer

  
  • CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes.

  
  • CRIJ 1306 - Court Systems and Practices


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statutes and case law.

  
  • CRIJ 1307 - Crime in America


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    American crime problems in historical perspective, social and public policy factors affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes and prevention of crime.

  
  • CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability.

  
  • CRIJ 1313 - Juvenile Justice System


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A study of the juvenile justice process to include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency.

  
  • CRIJ 2301 - Community Resources in Corrections


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An introductory study of the role of the community in corrections; community programs for adults and juveniles; administration of community programs; legal issues; future trends in community treatment.

  
  • CRIJ 2313 - Correctional Systems and Practices


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems; treatment and rehabilitation; populations served; Constitutional issues; and current and future issues.

  
  • CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigation


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; interview and interrogation; uses of forensic sciences; case and trial preparation.

  
  • CRIJ 2323 - Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Police authority; responsibilities; constitutional constraints; laws of arrest, search, and seizure; police liability.

  
  • CRIJ 2328 - Police Systems and Practices


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics, and use of authority.


Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

  
  • DAAC 1304 - Pharmacology of Addiction


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Psychological, physiological, and sociological effects of mood- altering substances and behaviors and their implications for the addiction process are discussed. Emphasis is placed on pharmacological effects of tolerance, dependency/withdrawal, cross addiction, and drug interaction.

  
  • DAAC 1311 - Counseling Theories


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An introduction to major theories of various treatment modalities including Reality Therapy, Psycho-Dynamic, Grief Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Rational-Emotive Therapy, cognitive or behavioral approaches such as life skills training, behavior modification, and the introduction to experiential therapies as they relate to detoxification, residential, outpatient, and extended treatment.

  
  • DAAC 1319 - Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An overview of causes and consequences of substance-related and addictive disorders, the major drug classifications, and the counselor’s code of ethics.

  
  • DAAC 2307 - Addicted Family Intervention


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Present family as a dynamic system focusing on the effects of addiction on family roles, rules, and behavior patterns. Includes the effects of mood altering substances, behaviors, and therapeutic alternatives as they relate to the family from a multicultural and transgenerational perspective (Formerly DAAC 1307, Addicted Family Intervention.)

  
  • DAAC 2364 - Practicum - Substance Abuse / Addiction Counseling


    3 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 21 hours lab

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. A practicum may be paid or unpaid learning experience.

    Prerequisite: To be taken in last semester of study and permission of Program Director.

Dance

  
  • DANC 1112 - Dance Practicum


    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 3 hour lab

    Practicum in dance related topics with emphasis on practical skills necessary for the field. May be repeated for credit once.

    Prerequisite: Must progress in order according to course numbering. Some course sections may require permission of instructor. Students should check the schedule each semester.
  
  • DANC 1146 - Modern Dance II


    1 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Instruction and participation in modern dance technique. Students must provide dance shoes.

  
  • DANC 1151 - Freshman Dance Performance


    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Instruction in dance performance through experiential projects at the freshman level. May be repeated for credit once.

  
  • DANC 2151 - Sophomore Dance Performance


    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Instruction in of dance performance through experiential projects at the sophomore level. May be repeated for credit once.

  
  • DANC 2303 - Dance Appreciation


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A general survey of dance forms designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. This course includes critical interpretation and evaluations of choreographic works and dance forms within cultural and historical contexts.


Drafting

  
  • DFTG 1305 - Technical Drafting


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Introduction to the principles of drafting to include terminology and fundamentals, including size and shape descriptions, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes.

  
  • DFTG 1309 - Basic Computer-Aided Drafting


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Introduction to basic computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on drawing setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices.

  
  • DFTG 1313 - Drafting for Specific Occupations


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Discussion of theory and practice with drafting methods and the terminology required for non-drafting majors to prepare working drawings in their occupational fields.

  
  • DFTG 1317 - Architectural Drafting - Residential


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Architectural drafting procedures, practices, and symbols, including preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structure with emphasis on light frame construction methods.

  
  • DFTG 1325 - Blueprint Reading and Sketching


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    An introduction to reading and interpreting the working drawings for manufactured products and associated tooling. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings of manufactured parts.

  
  • DFTG 1333 - Mechanical Drafting


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    Intermediate course covering detail drawings with proper dimensioning and tolerances, use of sectioning techniques, common fasteners, isometrics and oblique drawings, including bill of materials.

  
  • DFTG 2300 - Intermediate Architectural Drafting - Residential


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Continued application of principles and practices used in residential construction.

    Prerequisite: Suggested Prerequisite DFTG 1317 .
  
  • DFTG 2302 - Machine Drafting


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Production of detail and assembly drawing of machines, threads, gears, cams, tolerances and limit dimensioning, surface finishes, and precision drawings.

  
  • DFTG 2319 - Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Continuation of practices and techniques used in basic computer-aided drafting emphasizing batched files, scripted files, customized program menus, and extracted attributes. Students are introduced to three-dimensional drafting.

  
  • DFTG 2321 - Topographic Drafting


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    Map drafting. Emphasis is given to plotting of surveyor’s field notes, plotting elevations, contour drawings, plan and profiles, and laying out traverse.

  
  • DFTG 2323 - Pipe Drafting


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    A study of pipe fittings, symbols, specifications and their applications to a piping process system. This application will be demonstrated through the creation of symbols and their usage in flow diagrams, plans, elevations, and isometrics.

  
  • DFTG 2332 - Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting


    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Exploration of the use of system customizing for drawing production enhancement and the principles of data manipulation. Presentation of advanced applications, such as three-dimensional objects creation and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data is also included.

  
  • DFTG 2340 - Solid Modeling / Design


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work.

  
  • DFTG 2386 - Internship - Drafting


    3 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 9 hours lab

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Prerequisite: This is a capstone course and should be taken in the student’s last semester.
  
  • DFTG 2417 - Descriptive Geometry


    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    An examination of the graphical solution to problems involving points, lines, and planes in space.


Dental Hygiene

  
  • DHYG 1191 - Special Topics in Dental Hygienist


    1 semester hour
    1 hour lecture, 1 hour lab

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.  This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Prerequisite/Co-requisite: DHYG 1215  
  
  • DHYG 1207 - General and Dental Nutrition


    2 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    General nutrition and nutritional biochemistry emphasizing the effect nutrition has on oral health.

  
  • DHYG 1211 - Periodontology


    2 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Normal and diseased periodontium including the structural, functional, and environmental factors. Emphasis on etiology, pathology, treatment modalities, and therapeutic and preventive periodontics.

  
  • DHYG 1215 - Community Dentistry


    2 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab

    The principles and concepts of community public health and dental health education emphasizing community assessment, educational planning, implementation, and evaluation including methods and materials used in teaching dental health education in various community settings.

  
  • DHYG 1219 - Dental Materials


    2 semester hours
    1 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Physical and chemical properties of dental materials including the application and manipulation of the various materials used in dentistry.

  
  • DHYG 1227 - Preventive Dental Hygiene Care


    2 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    The role of the dental hygienist as a therapeutic oral health care provider with emphasis on concepts of disease management, health promotion, communication, and behavior modification.

    Co-requisite: Course DHYG 1261  
  
  • DHYG 1235 - Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist


    2 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Classification of drugs and their uses, actions, interactions, side effects, contraindications, with emphasis on dental applications.

  
  • DHYG 1239 - General and Oral Pathology


    2 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Disturbances in human body development, diseases of the body, and disease prevention measures with emphasis on the oral cavity and associated structures.

  
  • DHYG 1261 - Clinical I - Dental Hygiene / Hygienist


    2 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 12 hours lab

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Co-requisite: Course DHYG 1227  
  
  • DHYG 1301 - Orofacial Anatomy, Histology & Embryology


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    The histology and embryology of oral tissues, gross anatomy of the head and neck, tooth morphology, and individual tooth identification.

  
  • DHYG 1304 - Dental Radiology


    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Fundamentals of oral radiography, including techniques, interpretation, quality assurance, and ethics.

  
  • DHYG 1331 - Preclinical Dental Hygiene


    3 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab

    Foundational knowledge for performing clinical skills on patients with emphasis on procedures and rationale for performing dental hygiene care. Introduction to ethical principles as they apply to dental hygiene care.

  
  • DHYG 2153 - Dental Hygiene Practice


    1 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 1 hour lab

    Emphasis on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards, and the ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations, and preparation for employment.

  
  • DHYG 2201 - Dental Hygiene Care I


    2 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Dental hygiene care for the medically or dentally compromised patient including supplemental instrumentation techniques.

    Co-requisite: Course DHYG 2361  
 

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