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ECE 202 - Early Childhood Curriculum
Description: Development of learning activities based on the needs of preschool age children. Selection and preparation of the environment as well as materials which are basic to diverse preschool programs. Emphasis on the process of lesson planning in response to developmental levels of children. Includes the compilation of a personal file of teaching ideas, activities and resources and the exploration and construction of materials to be used while working with children.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 210 - Infant and Toddler Development
Description: Exploration and application of theories of child development with children, birth through 3 years. Focus is on a relationship-based approach to promote a nurturing and stimulating environment for children in the areas of cognitive, language, social-emotional, and motor development.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 216 - Playing to Learn
Description: Development of play in children birth through age eight. Includes methods to enhance learning experiences through play, role of play in a child's development, and developmentally appropriate play activities.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 220 - School Age Children
Description: Development of children ages 6-12 who may be in child care or groups. Interests, attitudes, abilities, behavior and guidance of children with an emphasis on types of programs, literacy development and tutoring techniques for this age group. Observation and participation hours required.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 222 - Introduction to the Exceptional Learner
Description: Overview of various type of learners with special needs including children with disabilities, gifted learners, and children at risk birth to grade 12. Includes topics on public laws related to individuals with disabilities, identification and assessment of children, characteristics of exceptional learners, inclusion, coordinating with various agencies and specialists, and planning, delivering, and documenting educational services. Observation hours in a special education or full inclusion setting required. This course is crosslisted with EDU 222 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 230 - Language and Literacy Experiences
Description: Language and literacy processes and the way in which literature enriches a child's development. Review of children's literature and methods of enhancing literacy experiences. This course is cross-listed with EDU 230 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 234 - Child Development
Description: Children's development from conception through childhood. Includes prenatal, brain, physical, sensory, cognitive, language, emotional, social, and moral development, as well as genetics and cultural influences. This course is cross-listed with PSY 234 .
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 240 - Family and Community Partnerships
Description: School and family relationships with a focus on communication, ethics, professionalism and problem-solving. Impact of the community, its resources and referral systems. Emphasis on families, diversity, multicultural issues and parent involvement. This course is cross-listed with EDU 240 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Grading: A-F AND S/U (standard grading option)
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ECE 250 - Leadership and Management in Early Childhood Programs
Description: Overview of the responsibilities and tasks involved in managing and leading a quality early childhood program. Relationship of program philosophy and goals to program design, including: staffing structure, facility and equipment, budget development, program policies and relationships with families. Emphasis on the importance of shared vision, effective leadership, and a commitment towards advancing the professionalism of the early childhood education field.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ECE 200 and ECE 202 and ECE 234 /PSY 234 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 260 - Child Guidance
Description: Relationship-based proactive strategies to promote pro-social development of children. Exploration of theoretical foundations related to child development and implementation of a positive strength-based guidance approach to foster self-control, an organized classroom environment, development of pro-social skills, and to address persistent and challenging behaviors. This course is cross-listed with PSY 260 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 270 - Health, Safety and Nutrition
Description: Nutrition education, menu planning, childhood diseases and illness, and sanitation and safety in group settings. Protecting the health and safety of young children and promoting the development of lifelong health habits. Communication with health professionals and parents on health, safety, and nutrition issues.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECE 290 - Practicum: Directed Field Experience Birth-Preschool
Description: Supervised experience in the education, guidance, and care of young children. Begins with opportunity to observe appropriate curriculum, then to plan and implement age-appropriate activities under careful supervision. Application required. Students must show evidence of successful completion of first aid, CPR and proof of fingerprint clearance application process when applying for placement in ECE 290.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ECE 200 and ECE 202 and ECE 222 and ECE 230 /EDU 230 and ECE 234 /PSY 234 and ECE 260 and ECE 270 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 1
Lab: 6
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ECE 291 - Advanced Practicum: Supervised Field Experience Birth-Preschool
Description: Supervised student-teaching in a birth-preschool setting. Includes application of knowledge and skills in planning and implementing curriculum under the supervision of a classroom teacher and college supervisor. Must complete application process prior to registration.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ECE 290 .
Credits: 4
Lecture: 1
Lab: 9
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ECE 296 - Internship: Early Childhood Education
Description: Supervised field experience with businesses, corporations, government agencies, schools and community organizations to expand career interests and apply subject knowledge relevant to the workplace. Individualized internship placements to develop personal and professional skills, including professional ethics, leadership, and civic responsibility.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite:
Student must have a GPA of 2.0; have completed specific degree requirements as required by the program; and have completed the internship application process.
Credits: 3
Repeatable: [Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours towards degree/certificate requirements].
Grading: S/U grading only.
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ECE 298 - Special Topics: Early Childhood Education
Description: Introduction to special topics in Early Childhood Education.
Credits: 1
Lecture: 1
Repeatable: [Repeatable for a total of 2 credit hours towards degree/certificate requirements.]
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ECE 299 - Independent Study Early Childhood Education
Description: Supervised special project in this field of study. Approval of supervising Division Dean is required.
Credits: 1-6
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Economics |
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ECN 232 - Business Statistical Analysis  BUS 2201.
Description: Survey of standard tools of statistical analysis. Topics include descriptive measures, probability, discrete probability distributions, continuous probability distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MAT 097
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECN 234 - Quantitative Methods
Description: Exploration of basic models of statistical decision making, linear programming, inventory management, CPM and simulation with emphasis on model building. Use of standard computer programs.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ECN 232 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECN 235 - Principles of Economics-Macro ECN 2201.
Description: An analysis of the national economy. Topics include macroeconomics problems, policy, standard analyses, international economics, and current thought.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECN 236 - Principles of Economics-Micro ECN 2202.
Description: An analysis of markets. Topics include consumer choice, demand and supply, analyses of market structures, market failures, and current thought.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ECN 296 - Internship: Economics
Description: Supervised field experience with businesses, corporations, government agencies, schools and community organizations to expand career interests and apply subject knowledge relevant to the workplace. Individualized internship placements to develop personal and professional skills, including professional ethics, leadership, and civic responsibility.
Credits: 3
Repeatable: [Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours towards degree/certificate requirements.]
Grading: S/U grading only.
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ECN 299 - Independent Study Economics
Description: Supervised special project in this field of study. Approval of supervising Division Dean is required.
Credits: 1-6
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EDU 200 - Introduction to Education
Description: Overview of education profession and U.S. educational system; historical development and foundations of education and educational institutions. Includes theories of teaching, the student as learner, current issues and trends in education, the school and community, and roles and responsibilities of the teacher. Includes a field and observation practicum.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENG 101 or ENG 103 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EDU 210 - Cultural Diversity in Education
Description: Prepares potential teachers to examine how race, ethnicity, and cultural differences influence students' experiences in school. Assists teachers in implementing a multicultural approach to teaching by fostering critical thinking and identifying effective teaching styles and practices for a diverse student population.
Prerequisites: Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EDU 222 - Introduction to the Exceptional Learner
Description: Overview of various type of learners with special needs including children with disabilities, gifted learners, and children at risk birth to grade 12. Includes topics on public laws related to individuals with disabilities, identification and assessment of children, characteristics of exceptional learners, inclusion, coordinating with various agencies and specialists, and planning, delivering, and documenting educational services. Observation hours in a special education or full inclusion setting required. This course is crosslisted with ECE 222 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EDU 230 - Language and Literacy Experiences
Description: Language and literacy processes and the way in which literature enriches a child's development. Review of children's literature and methods of enhancing literacy experiences. This course is cross-listed with ECE 230 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EDU 239 - Structured English Immersion Provisional Endorsement
Description: Prepares certified teachers and administrators who were trained in states other than Arizona or were certified after August 2006 to meet the academic needs of English Language Learner populations and qualifies them for the Provisional SEI Endorsement as required by the Arizona Department of Education.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EDU 240 - Family and Community Partnerships
Description:
School and family relationships with a focus on communication, ethics, professionalism and problem-solving. Impact of the community, its resources and referral systems. Emphasis on families, diversity, multicultural issues and parent involvement. This course is cross-listed with ECE 240 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0
Grading: A-F AND S/U (standard grading option)
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EDU 241 - Full Structured English Immersion Endorsement
Description: Structured English Immersion (SEI) theory, methods, and strategies as defined by the Arizona Department of Education. Along with EDU 240 meets requirements for the SEI Full Endorsement.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EDU 255 - Fundamentals of Educational Technology
Description: Designed for educators in diverse settings (e.g. public and private sectors, pre-K to grade 12, and higher education). Emphasis on systematic processes for designing, developing, evaluating and implementing technology effectively into instruction and the impact emerging technologies have on the educational environment. Aligned with International Society for Technology in Education, National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS-T).
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EDU 296 - Internship: Education
Description: Supervised field experience with businesses, corporations, government agencies, schools and community organizations to expand career interests and apply subject knowledge relevant to the workplace. Individualized internship placements to develop personal and professional skills, including professional ethics, leadership, and civic responsibility.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Student must have a GPA of 2.0; have completed specific degree requirements as required by the program; and have completed the internship application process.
Credits: 3
Repeatable: [Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours towards degree/certificate requirements.]
Grading: S/U grading only.
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EDU 299 - Independent Study Education
Description: Supervised special project in this field of study. Approval of supervising Division Dean is required.
Credits: 1-6
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Electronics Technology |
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ELT 101 - Basic Electricity
Description: Basic principles of Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) electricity. Examination of the structures and functions of AC and DC circuits including series, parallel and series-parallel circuits. Includes an overview of electric systems and their applications in the utility industry.
Credits: 4
Lecture: 3
Lab: 2
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ELT 102 - Electronic Fundamentals
Description: A survey of electronics fundamentals to include DC, AC and active device circuits.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
Grading: A-F Grading (A, B, C, D, F)
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ELT 105 - Digital Fundamentals
Description: Introduction to digital circuits including number systems, logic gates, combinatorial and sequential logic, microprocessor/microcontroller, architecture and programming and troubleshooting using the Arduino platform.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
Grading: A-F Grading (A, B, C, D, F)
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ELT 108 - 3D Printer Operation and Maintenance
Description: An introduction to 3D printing technologies, 3D printing methods and printable materials as well as current and emerging applications of 3D printing. Additional topics include assembly, calibration, use, maintenance and troubleshooting of 3D printers.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
Grading: A-F Grading (A, B, C, D, F)
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ELT 111 - DC Electrical Systems
Description: Utilize the principles of direct current (DC) electricity and electronic test equipment to analyze, troubleshoot and repair DC electrical circuits.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 112 - AC Electrical Systems
Description: Utilize the principles of alternating current (AC) electricity and electronic test equipment to analyze, troubleshoot and repair AC electrical circuits.
Prerequisites: ELT 111 (may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 115 - Conduits and Raceways
Description: Layout, bending and assembly of conduit systems.
Credits: 1
Lecture: .5
Lab: 1
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ELT 126 - Solid State Devices
Description: Characteristics and operation of solid state devices including diodes, thyristors, bipolar and field effect transistors. Includes power supplies, diode circuits, transistor biasing and operation, triacs, and silicon-controlled rectifiers.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 111 and ELT 112 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 130 - Introduction to Robotics
Description: Fundamental concepts of robotics including how robots move, sense, and perceive the world around them. Hands-on operation and programming of robots.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 140 - Robot Vision
Description: Basic tasks and procedures required for an operator, technician, engineer or programmer to set up, teach, test, and modify GE FANUC iRVision applications on an R-30iA Robot Controller.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 130 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 141 - Electrical Apparatus
Description: Overview of transformers and their operation including single and three-phase theory. Focus is on construction and hook-up of single-phase, three-phase, open Y and Delta transformer connections. Covers capacitor banks, including application and installation.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 101 (May be taken concurrently) or ELT 112 (May be taken concurrently).
Credits: 4
Lecture: 2
Lab: 4
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ELT 150 - Embedded Systems and IoT
Description: An introduction to embedded systems and their use in IoT-based (Internet of Things) systems. Hardware and software components including design considerations, constraints and interfacing between the physical world and embedded devices.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
Grading: A-F Grading (A, B, C, D, F)
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ELT 162 - Mircroprocessors & Microcontrollers
Description: An introduction to microprocessor, and microcontroller architecture and programming. Topics include, memory, instruction sets, addressing modes, serial/parallel interfacing, and troubleshooting. Real-time applications are studied and verified on protoboards and actual microprocessors.
Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 2
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ELT 165 - Programmable Logic Controllers
Description: Introduction to programmable logic controller (PLC) architecture and programming. Topics include, memory, instruction sets, addressing modes, serial/parallel interfacing, relay/ladder logic, and troubleshooting. Real-time applications are studied and verified on protoboards and actual PLCs.
Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 2
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ELT 171 - Process Control Instrumentation
Description: Instrumentation associated with industrial process control, including measurements of pressure, force, weight, motion, flow, level, and temperature; analytical measurement and procedures for safety, calibration and testing.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 126 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 183 - Digital Circuits
Description: Introduction to logic circuits used in computers and other digital equipment. Includes number systems, logic gates, combinatorial logic, simplification techniques, encoders, decoders, flip-flops, counters, registers, memory, and digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital converters.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 201 - Introduction to Linework I
Description: Overview of the linework industry including its history, technological developments and current practices. Examination of industry equipment and tools. Focus is on safety practices and procedures used in utility linework industry.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 101 (May be taken concurrently) or ELT 112 (May be taken concurrently).
Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 2
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ELT 202 - Field Training I (Lineworker)
Description: Basics of climbing and working on utility poles. Focus is on apparatus and equipment, using ropes and rigging equipment, installations of single and double cross arms, pole framing and setting, use of hand line and building singlephase lines.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 201 (May be taken concurrently).
Credits: 6
Lecture: 2
Lab: 8
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ELT 211 - Introduction to Linework II
Description: Advanced study of the linework industry with an emphasis on hot sticking and lockout/tagout procedures using industry-standard safety practices.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 201 .
Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 2
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ELT 212 - Field Training II (Lineworker)
Description: Installation of electrical lines including transformers, reclosers and capacitor banks. Topics include rubber gloving, hot sticking techniques, and working on underground lines. Practice in the safe set up and operation of equipment used in the linework industry with a focus on the development of entry-level skills as drivers and operators. Includes Commerical Driver's License (CDL) standards as well as procedures and practice in pole-top and bucket truck rescues.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 202 .
Credits: 6
Lecture: 2
Lab: 8
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ELT 221 - Communication Systems and Circuits
Description: Introduction to the theory and principles of modern electronic communication systems. Topics include: amplitude modulation (AM) transmission and reception, frequency modulation (FM) transmission and reception, single sideband (SSB) communication techniques and digital communication.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 126 and ELT 162 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 258 - Electronic Troubleshooting
Description: Problem solving techniques and methodology using foundational concepts of DC, AC, solid state devices and digital circuits. Emphasis on troubleshooting utilizing analog and digital test equipment to identify faults in a variety of nonfunctional circuits and equipment.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ELT 126 and ELT 183 .
Credits: 2
Lab: 4
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ELT 272 - Motors and Motor Controls
Description: Characteristics, performance and control of rotating electrical machinery, transformers and associated equipment.
Prerequisites: ELT 126.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ELT 295 - Apprenticeship: Electrical Instrumentation
Description: Supervised field experience.
Credits: 3
Repeatable: [Repeatable for a total of 12 credit hours towards degree/certificate requirements.]
Grading: S/U grading only.
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ELT 296 - Internship: Electrical Technician
Description: Supervised field experience with businesses, corporations, government agencies, schools and community organizations to expand career interests and apply subject knowledge relevant to the workplace. Individualized internship placements to develop personal and professional skills, including professional ethics, leadership, and civic responsibility.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Student must have a GPA of 2.0; have completed specific degree requirements as required by the program; and have completed the internship application process.
Credits: 3
Repeatable: [Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours towards degree/certificate requirements.]
Grading: S/U grading only.
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ELT 299 - Independent Study Electronics Technology
Description: Supervised special project in this field of study. Approval of supervising Division Dean is required.
Credits: 1-6
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Emergency Management Appl |
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EMA 101 - Principles of Emergency Management
Description: Theories, principles and approaches to emergency management. Identification of the functions and evolution of the emergency management field including mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Evaluation of past disasters, the threat of terrorism, international disaster management, and their impact on policy formation.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 102 - Emergency Planning
Description: Purpose and scope of emergency planning including an overview of the plan in practice, specialized planning, reconstruction planning, emergency management training, and regulatory requirements.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 110 - Public Administration and Emergency Management
Description: Public administration and its role with emergency management agencies. Management of public and non-governmental organizations involved in dealing with hazards and disasters. Emphasis on working within the networks of public, private, and nonprofit and volunteer organizations.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 130 - Leadership Models for Emergency Management
Description: Organizational performance and organizational vision. Various forms of leadership including situational leadership, self leadership, partnering, organizational leadership, and servant leadership. The importance of empowerment, essential skills for partnering, strategies for the management of change, and higher level customer service.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 140 - Disaster Response and Recovery
Description: Exploration of past and present disasters and emergency responses, and the importance of a sustainability framework for natural and technological hazards. Analysis of loss, costs and other impacts dealt with through preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 210 - Disaster Mitigation and Business Continuity
Description: Foresight and management to reduce losses due to disasters and catastrophic events. Bridging the gap between field response, research, planning, and management as well as disaster survival and avoidance by containing an event. Emphasis on the establishment and maintenance of a successful business continuity program.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 220 - Ethical Leadership for the Emergency Manager
Description: Ethical leadership concepts and issues. Various core and emerging leadership behaviors. Analysis of current leadership issues and integration.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 225 - Leadership Development for the Emergency Manager
Description: Leadership methodologies including traits, skills, techniques, and situational approaches. Includes the analysis of various leadership theories and styles of leadership.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 230 - Emergency Management for Local Government.
Description: Context, functions and phases, and major issues of emergency management for local government. Overview of the origins and evolution of emergency management, collaborative emergency management, phases of emergency management, health sector planning and response, new technology, budgeting, and the future direction in emergency management.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 240 - Terrorism and Homeland Security for the Emergency Manager
Description: Terrorism, typologies of terrorism, and the criminology, political, and religious underpinnings. Analysis of the organization and financing of terrorism along with terrorism and the media, and terrorism tactics and force multipliers. History of terrorism along with terrorism today, Analysis of Homeland Security including law enforcement bureaucracy, civil liberties, and terrorism prevention.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 245 - Law and Legal Issues for Emergency Management
Description: Aims, purpose and scope of legal issues within, emergency management including administrative agencies, civil liability, contract and labor issues, and employee rights.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMA 250 - Organizational Development and Change
Description: Aims, purposes and the scope of development and change within an organization including management of the past and present, organizational culture, structure, design, behaviors, communication methods and teamwork. Analysis of theory and practice, processes and systems, and leadership development.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMS 120 - Basic First Aid, CPR and AED
Description: First Aid for victims of all ages. Includes basic recognition and care of medical and trauma patients. Awareness of environmental emergencies including bites, stings, and exposure to hot and cold. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External defibrillator (AED) use. Meets the requirements of Heartsaver First Aid by the American Heart Association.
Credits: .5
Lecture: .5
Grading: (A-F grading only.)
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EMS 123 - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Provider
Description: CPR for victims of all ages. Includes ventilation with a barrier device, a bag-valve-mask device and oxygen, and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Meets the requirements of Healthcare Provider CPR & AED by the American Heart Association.
Credits: .5
Lecture: .5
Grading: (S/U grading only.)
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EMS 126 - Wilderness First Responder
Description: Principles and skills to make critical medical and evacuation decisions and take appropriate action in remote locations where advanced medical assistance is more than one hour away.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: EMS 123 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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EMS 132 - Emergency Medical Technician
Description: Principles and techniques of emergency medical care as performed by the EMT Basic in accordance with national and state curriculum. Preparation for the National Registry of EMT Certification Examination. Requirements: Proof of TB skin test or chest x-ray within 6 months; Proof of MMR-2 doses or lab titer confirming immunity; Proof of Varicella-2 doses or lab titer confirming immunity; Photo ID. Must demonstrate reading proficiency at the 12th grade level and be 17.5 years of age at the start of class.
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Credits: 10
Lecture: 9
Lab: 3
Grading: A-F grading only.
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EMS 140 - Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
Description: Management of traumatically injured individuals including sequence of assessment and techniques of resuscitation, stabilization and transport. Organized approach to trauma care for EMTs and nurses who evaluate and stabilize the trauma victim. Stresses conditions which cannot be stabilized in pre-hospital environment and require immediate transport. Designed for healthcare professionals including first responders, EMRs, EMTs, paramedics, RNs or other allied health professionals who hold suitable qualifications for understanding the materials.
Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 1.5
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EMS 211 - Emergency Medical Technician Refresher
Description: New techniques and review of principles in client care, basic life support and transportation of sick and injured. Meets Arizona Department of Health Services refresher training requirements.
Corequisite: On the first day of class, the student will need to submit:
1. One of the following -
a) Current certification from the DHS as an EMT or higher EMCT classification, or
b) Documentation of completion of prior training in an EMT course within the past two (2) years, or
c) Documentation of current National Registry of EMTs at the EMT or higher EMCT classification, or
d) Documentation from National Registry of EMTs requiring the student to complete the EMT refresher course to be eligible for registration in the National Registry of EMTs,
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2. Documentation of current certification in adult, pediatric, and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation through instruction consistent with American Heart Association recommendations for emergency cardiovascular care by EMCTs. This would include applicable courses from the following associations: American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), National Safety Council (NSC), Medic First Aid (MFA), American Health and Safety (ASHI) and the Military Training Network (MTN).
Credits: 2
Lecture: 2
Grading: S/U grading only.
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EMS 255 - Paramedic Refresher
Description: Review of advanced skills applied by certified emergency paramedics. Study of the anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and management of medical, obstetrical, pediatric emergencies, neurological injuries and specific chronic diseases related to the central nervous system, behavioral emergencies, respiratory emergencies, and shock.
Corequisite: On the first day of class, the student will need to submit:
1. One of the following -
a) Current certification from the DHS as an AEMT, EMT-I(99), or Paramedic, or
b) Documentation of completion of prior training in an AEMT level or higher course within the past two (2) years, or
c) Documentation of current National Registry of EMTs at the AEMT or Paramedic classification, or
d) Documentation from National Registry of EMTs requiring the student to complete the ALS refresher course to be eligible for registration in the National Registry of EMTs, AND
2. Documentation of current American Heart Association certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Grading: A-F grading only.
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EMS 261 - Paramedicine I
Description: Introduction to Paramedicine including overview of rules and regulations, paramedic attributes, dispatch operations, EMS operations, human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, medication pain management pharmacology, IV and IO fluid administration, airway and ventilation management, patient assessment and trauma.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Program Admission
Credits: 14
Lecture: 12
Lab: 6
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EMS 262 - Paramedicine II
Description: Introduction to paramedic level pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Medication administration techniques. Extensive overview of national standard paramedic level drug profiles. ECG monitor and defibrillator operations. ECG 4- and 12- lead interpretation. Pulmonology, respiratory anatomy and pathophysiology. Cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of heart disease. American Heart ACoursesssociation Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Providers course.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: EMS 261 .
Credits: 4
Lecture: 3
Lab: 3
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EMS 263 - Paramedicine III and Clinical Practicum
Description: Introduction to Paramedicine including extensive overview of the National EMS Education Standard's modules in Medical and Special Considerations. Current American Heart Associate guidelines in pediatric emergency care. Introduction to hospital clinical rotations. Clinical practicum rotations concurrent with class.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: EMS 262 .
Credits: 16
Lecture: 10
Lab: 18
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EMS 264 - Paramedicine IV and Field Practicum
Description: Introduction to vehicular practicum. Orientation to the field environment, vehicular scheduling and behaviors required to provide hands-on emergency patient care under direct supervision of an authorized preceptor in the out-of-hospital emergency response environment. Minimum 400 ride along hours required.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: EMS 263 .
Credits: 9
Lab: 27
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EMS 296 - Internship: Emergency Medical Services
Description: Supervised field experience with businesses, corporations, government agencies, schools and community organizations to expand career interests and apply subject knowledge relevant to the workplace. Individualized internship placements to develop personal and professional skills, including professional ethics, leadership, and civic responsibility.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite:
Student must have a GPA of 2.0; have completed specific degree requirements as required by the program; and have completed the internship application process.
Credits: 3
Repeatable: [Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours towards degree/certificate requirements.]
Grading: S/U grading only.
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EMS 299 - Independent Study Emergency Medical Services
Description: Supervised special project in this field of study. Approval of supervising Division Dean is required.
Credits: 1-6
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EGR 102 - Introduction to Engineering
Description: Introduction to the field of engineering. Emphasizes the integration of teamwork, problem solving, and verbal communication skills into a design project.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MAT 187. Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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EGR 180 - CAD (Computer Aided-Drawing) with SolidWorks
Description: Fundamentals of graphical communications, including sketching, computer-aided drafting, design, and parametric modeling.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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ENG 085 - College Literacy Skills
Description: Introduction to college-level reading skills with emphasis on developing vocabulary, using adaptive reading strategies, recognizing organizational patterns, identifying main ideas and supporting details, and analyzing for comprehension.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the reading skills assessment.
Credits: 4
Lecture: 4
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ENG 091 - College Writing Success Skills
Description: Academic and personal skills needed to promote success in Introductory Composition.
Corequisite: Corequisite: ENG 100 .
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
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ENG 092 - Writing Success Lab I
Description: Individualized writing instruction designed to complement and improve performance in College Composition I.
Corequisite: ENG 101
Credits: 1
Lecture: 0
Lab: 3
Grading: A-F AND S/U (standard grading option)
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ENG 093 - Writing Success Lab II
Description: Individualized reading and writing instruction designed to complement and improve performance in College Composition II.
Corequisite: ENG 102
Credits: 1
Lecture: 0
Lab: 3
Grading: A-F AND S/U (standard grading option)
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ENG 100 - Introductory Composition
Description: Introduction to basic writing, reading and research skills required for success in college.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite:
Satisfactory score on the skills assessment. (ENG 085 (This may be taken concurrently). Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 101 - College Composition I ENG 1101.
Description: Composing expository and argumentative essays for specific audiences. Emphasis on the processes of writing, reading and critical thinking. Introduction to research and documentation.
Prerequisites: Satisfactory score on the English skills assessment; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG 100 . Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 101A - College Composition I with Writing Skills Review ENG 1101
Description: Composing expository and argumentative essays for specific audiences. Emphasis on the processes of writing, reading and critical thinking. Introduction to research and documentation. Development of active reading skills. Intensive review of essay form and conventions of standard written English.
Prerequisites: ENG 100 or satisfactory score and/or GPA according to English composition placement chart. Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 4
Lecture: 4
Lab: 0
Grading: A-F AND S/U (standard grading option)
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ENG 102 - College Composition II ENG 1102.
Description: Extensive critical reading and writing about texts. Emphasis on fluency in critical writing. Includes research skills and writing a critical, documented essay.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENG 101 or ENG 103 . Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 103 - College Composition I Honors
Description: Composing expository and argumentative essays for specific audiences. Emphasis on the processes of writing, reading, and critical thinking. Advanced ENG 101 content and learning activities. Introduction to research and documentation.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Placement by English skills assessment. Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 104 - College Composition II Honors
Description: Extensive critical reading and writing about texts, including literature. Emphasis on fluency in critical writing. Advanced ENG 102 content and learning activities. Includes research skills and writing a critical, documented essay.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite:
ENG 103 or ENG 101 and placement by English skills assessment. Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 136 - Technical Writing
Description: Practical writing for the world of work, from business correspondence to technical reports.
Prerequisites: Satisfactory score on the English skills assessment, ENG 100 or COM 135 .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 140 - Reading Across the Curriculum
Description: Develop academic reading and critical thinking strategies. Focus on improving reading comprehension, information literacy, and vocabulary.
Prerequisites: ENG 100 or higher level composition (may be taken concurrently) or satisfactory score on the English skills assessment. Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 210 - Introduction to Rhetoric
Description: Study of important works concerning theories of invention, arrangement, style, and delivery. Includes development of the written voice to enhance all aspects of communication to carry out work and persuasion. Also includes the application of rhetorical theories to a variety of material, print, and digital forms of communication.
Prerequisites: ENG 101
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0
Grading: A-F AND S/U (standard grading option)
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ENG 211 - British Literature: Beginning to 18th Century
Description: Exploration of major artistic, historical, cultural, philosophical, gender, and genre issues represented in selected works from Medieval, Renaissance, 17th and 18th century British literature.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENG 101 or ENG 103 . Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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ENG 212 - British Literature 1798 to Present
Description: Exploration of major artistic, historical, cultural, philosophical, gender, and genre issues represented in selected works of British literature from 1798 to the present.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENG 101 or ENG 103 . Reading Proficiency.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
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