Course Outlines

ENG 093 - Writing Success Lab II

1. Organization 
2. Revision 
3. Surface features 
4. Sources and documentation 

1. Use strategies to organize essays . (1) 
2. Utilize revision strategies to update drafts. (2) 
3. Apply conventions of standard written English. (3) 
4. Locate sources using library and databases, and document using appropriate methods. (4) 

ENG 100 - Introductory Composition

1. Focus 
2. Logic 
3. Voice 
4. Organization 
5. Details 
6. Sentence Structure 
7. Language 
8. Source Documentation 
9. Surface Features 
10. Reading 

1. Write focus statements. (1) 
2. Apply logical development strategies. (2) 
3. Select and apply voice. (3) 
4. Develop organizational strategies. (1,2,4) 
5. Develop and select details. (2,4,5,7) 
6. Apply sentence structure strategies. (2,4-7) 
7. Incorporate appropriate and varied vocabulary. (7) 
8. Document sources. (8) 
9. Apply conventions of standard written English. (9) 
10. Identify main idea, organization and supporting arguments in essays. (10) 

1. A minimum of 4000 words of student writing. 

ENG 101 - College Composition I

1. Focus
2. Development strategies
3. Voice
4. Organization
5. Details
6. Sentence structure
7. Language
8. Sources and documentation
9. Surface features
10. Critical reading
11. Critical thinking

1. Write focus statements. (1)
2. Apply reasoned development strategies. (2, 11)
3. Select and apply voice. (3, 11)
4. Use organizational strategies. (1, 2, 4, 6, 11)
5. Use and select details. (5, 7, 11)
6. Apply sentence structure strategies. (4, 6, 7)
7. Incorporate purposeful, varied and appropriate vocabulary. (1, 3, 5, 7, 11) 
8. Locate, evaluate, integrate, and document information. (2, 8, 10, 11)
9. Apply conventions of standard written English. (7, 9, 10) 
10. Evaluate and analyze professional and student writing. (7, 8, 10, 11)
11. Use persuasive reasoning. (2,4,7,11)

1. A minimum of 4500 words of student writing.

ENG 101A - College Composition I with Writing Skills Review

1. Focus
2. Development strategies
3. Voice
4. Organization
5. Details
6. Sentence Structure
7. Language
8. Sources and Documentation
9. Surface Features
10. Critical Reading
11. Critical Thinking
12. Active Reading

1. Write focus statements. (1)
2. Apply reasoned development strategies. (2, 11) 
3. Select and apply voice. (3, 11)
4. Use organizational strategies. (1, 2, 4, 6, 11)
5. Use and select details. (5, 7, 11)
6. Apply sentence structure strategies. (4, 6, 7)
7. Incorporate purposeful, varied and appropriate vocabulary. (1, 3, 5, 7, 11)
8. Locate, evaluate, integrate, and document information. (2, 8, 10, 11) 
9. Apply conventions of standard written English. (7, 9, 10)
10. Evaluate and analyze professional and student writing. (7, 8, 10, 11)
11. Use persuasive reasoning. (2,4,7,11)
12. Identify main idea, organization and supporting arguments in essays. (12)

ENG 102 - College Composition II

1. Focus 
2. Development strategies 
3. Voice 
4. Organization 
5. Details 
6. Sentence structure 
7. Multiple meanings and perspectives in language 
8. Sources and documentation 
9. Surface features 
10. Text interpretation and analysis 
11. Critical reading 

1. Write focus statements. (1) 
2. Apply reasoned development strategies. (2) 
3. Select and apply voice. (3) 
4. Use organizational strategies. (1, 2, 4, 6, 10) 
5. Use and select details. (5, 7, 10) 
6. Apply sentence structure strategies. (4, 6) 
7. Identify and evaluate multiple meanings and perspectives in language. 
8. Locate, evaluate, integrate, and document information. (2, 8, 10) 
9. Apply conventions of standard written English. (7, 9, 10)
10. Interpret and analyze texts. (7, 8, 10) 
11. Evaluate and analyze professional and student writing. (11) 

1. A minimum of 5000 words of evaluated student writing.

ENG 103 - College Composition I Honors

1. Focus 
2. Development strategies 
3. Voice 
4. Organization 
5. Details 
6. Sentence structure 
7. Language 
8. Sources and documentation 
9. Surface features 
10. Critical reading 
11. Critical thinking 

1. Write focus statements. (1) 
2. Apply reasoned development strategies. (2,11) 
3. Select and apply voice. (3,11) 
4. Use organizational strategies. (1,2,4,6,11)  
5. Use and select details. (5,7,11) 
6. Apply sentence structure strategies. (4,6,7)
7. Incorporate purposeful, varied and appropriate vocabulary. (1,3,5,7,11) 
8. Locate, evaluate, integrate, and document information. (2,8,10,11) 
9. Apply conventions of standard written English. (7,9,10)
10. Evaluate and analyze professional and student writing. (7,8,10,11) 
11. Use persuasive reasoning. (2,3,7,11) 

1. A minimum of 4500 words of student writing.
    

ENG 104 - College Composition II Honors

1. Focus 
2. Development strategies 
3. Voice 
4. Organization 
5. Details 
6. Sentence structure 
7. Multiple meanings and perspectives in language 
8. Sources and documentation 
9. Surface features 
10. Text interpretation and analysis 
11. Critical reading 

1. Write focus statements. (1) 
2. Apply reasoned development strategies. (2) 
3. Select and apply voice. (3) 
4. Use organizational strategies. (1, 2, 4, 6, 10) 
5. Use and select details. (5, 7, 10) 
6. Apply sentence structure strategies. (4, 6) 
7. Identify and evaluate multiple meanings and perspectives in language. (7, 10) 
8. Locate, evaluate, integrate, and document information. (2, 8, 10) 
9. Apply conventions of standard written English. (7, 9, 10) 
10. Interpret and analyze texts. (7, 8, 10) 
11. Evaluate and analyze professional and student writing. (11) 

1. A minimum of 5000 words of student writing.
    

ENG 136 - Technical Writing

1. Sentence, grammar, mechanics, and other writing skills
2. Writing development: clarity, accuracy, depth, and precision
3. Workplace writing skills: memorandums, business letters, reports, and proposals
4. Outline, graphical images, and storyboards
5. Written instructions: active verbs, specific details, and effective communication
6. Technical project skills

1. Apply practical writing skills for workplace proficiency. (1, 2) (WC 3)
2. Create business and technical communication documents: memorandums, letters, reports, and proposals. (3)
3. Develop written organizational strategies: outlines, storyboards, graphical images. (4) (WC 2)
4. Write effective instructions to communicate with peers and clients. (5) (WC 2)
5. Synthesize technical data for larger projects. (6) (WC 1)

ENG 140 - Reading Across the Curriculum

1. Strategies to improve comprehension
2. Strategies for summarizing, analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing texts
3. Basic research, including evaluating and utilizing sources
4. Effective questioning and problem-solving methods for exploring issues
5. Vocabulary building techniques and development
6. Strategies for approaching texts in a variety of subject areas

1. Apply critical thinking skills before, during, and after reading to improve comprehension. (1)
2. Analyze and summarize aspects of a text, including the author's credibility, purpose, assumptions, bias, and logic. (2)
3. Apply information literacy strategies. (3)
4. Construct pertinent questions and create effective solutions to text analysis and research problems, with the understanding that closure is not always reached.(4)
5. Develop and expand college-level vocabulary. (5)
6. Demonstrate comprehension of texts from a variety of disciplines. (6)

ENG 210 - Introduction to Rhetoric

1. History of rhetoric
2. Key influences and contributors to the development of rhetoric
3. Key rhetorical terms and concepts
4. Classical and modern samples of communication
5. Scholarly and reasonable communication

1. Explain the history of rhetoric. (1)
2. Identify key influences and contributors to the development of rhetoric. (2)
3. Define key rhetorical terms and concepts. (3)
4. Critique classical and modern samples of communication. (4)
5. Use rhetoric to construct a coherent, reasonable, and innovative argument supported by scholarly resources. (5)

ENG 211 - British Literature: Beginning to 18th Century

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: ENG 101  or ENG 103 . Reading Proficiency.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Course Content:

1. Characteristic elements and examples of literary texts and genres (themes, structure, style, types, and analysis) 
2. Factors that affect critical reading and response: issues of translation, ethnocentrism, gender, and bias/prejudice 
3. Historical, geographical, cultural, ethnic, race and gender contexts for the study of British literature from the beginning to the 18th century 
4. Conceptual frameworks applied to British literature from the beginning to the 18th Century: definitions of culture, gender, race, and ethnicity; literary terminology; aesthetic movements 
5. Information literacy skills related to independent research

1. Classify, analyze and compare representative works of British literature from the Beginning to 18th Century within thematic, cultural, and aesthetic frameworks. (1)
2. Analyze cultural, linguistic, historical and other factors that influence perspectives on British literature from the beginning to the 18th Century, including attitudes about race, gender, and ethnicity. (2) 
3. Evaluate the role of literature in illuminating, challenging and/or perpetuating prejudice and social inequalities. (3) 
4. Explain and apply key terms and concepts related to literature and cultural diversity. (4) 
5. Employ tools of scholarship to communicate on issues of race, ethnicity and gender to British literature from the beginning to the 18th Century. (5) 

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of monitored writing.
    

ENG 212 - British Literature 1798 to Present

1. Characteristic elements and examples of literary texts and genres (themes, structure, style, types, and analysis) 
2. Factors that affect critical reading and response: issues of translation, ethnocentrism, gender, and bias/prejudice 
3. Historical, geographical, cultural, ethnic, race and gender contexts for the study of British literature from 1798 to present 
4. Conceptual frameworks applied to British literature from 1798 to present: definitions of culture, gender, race, and ethnicity; literary terminology; aesthetic movements 
5. Information literacy skills related to independent research 

1. Classify, analyze and compare representative works of British literature from 1798 to present within thematic, cultural, and aesthetic frameworks. (1)
2. Analyze cultural, linguistic, historical and other factors that influence perspectives on British literature from 1798 to present, including attitudes about race, gender, and ethnicity. (2) 
3. Evaluate the role of literature in illuminating, challenging and/or perpetuating prejudice and social inequalities. (3)
4. Explain and apply key terms and concepts related to literature and cultural diversity. (4) 
5. Employ tools of scholarship to communicate on issues of race, ethnicity and gender in British literature from 1798 to present. (5) 

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of monitored writing.

ENG 217 - Major Issues in World Literature

1. Characteristic elements and examples of literary texts and genres (themes, structure, style, types and analysis) 
2. Factors that affect critical reading and response: issues of translation, ethnocentrism, gender, and bias/prejudice 
3. Geographical, historical, cultural, ethnic, race and gender contexts for the study of world literature. 
4. Conceptual Frameworks: definitions of culture, gender, race and ethnicity; literary terminology; aesthetic movements 
5. Applying information literacy skills to independent research about issues of diversity in world literature 

1. Classify, analyze and compare representative works of world literature within thematic, cultural and aesthetic frameworks. (1)
2. Analyze cultural, linguistic, historical and other factors that influence perspectives on world literature and attitudes about race, gender and ethnicity. (2)
3. Evaluate the role of literature in illuminating, challenging and/or perpetuating prejudice and social inequalities. (3)
4. Explain and apply key terms and concepts related to literature and cultural diversity. (4)
5. Employ tools of scholarship (thoughtful and precise writing, critical reading, intellectual curiosity, independent thinking and intelligent discourse) to world literature and communication of issues of race, ethnicity and gender. (5)

ENG 230 - Introduction to Literature

1. Formal attributes of literary texts 
2. Genre 
3. Close reading 
4. Literary criticism 
5. Meanings and etymologies of English words 
6. Contextual influences on works of literature 
7. Scholarly research and documentation 
8. Rhetorical strategies 
9. Surface features 

1. Define key terms and give examples of literary devices in a variety of works of literature. (1, 3)
2. Identify and compare works from a variety of genres. (2, 3) 
3. Discuss various approaches to literary criticism and apply their methods to works of literature. (4, 3)
4. Analyze how language contributes to the meaning of a work of literature. (5) 
5. Determine and analyze the contextual (social, cultural, political, historical) influences on works of literature. (6, 7)
6. Conduct scholarly research. (7) 
7. Document sources in MLA style. (7) 
8. Determine the relationships between and among audience, text, and author in a variety of genres and texts, and employ rhetorical strategies in critical writing about texts. (8) 
9. Apply conventions of standard written English. (9) 

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of monitored writing. 

ENG 237 - Women in Literature

1. Characteristic elements of literature (theme, figurative language, characterization) and introduction to genres (essay, poetry, short story, novel) 
2. Tools and methods of literary criticism and scholarly research 
3. Geographical, historical, and social influences on women's literature including issues of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality 
4. Historical portraits of women from selected time periods with emphasis on images of female protagonists as portrayed by male and female writers 
5. Archetypal approach to the study of portraits of women by male and female writers

1. Define key literary terms, and apply them to the study of selected works of women's literature from a variety of genres. (1)
2. Apply the tools and methods of literary criticism and scholarly research to selected works of women's literature. (2)
3. Discuss and analyze geographical, historical, and social influences on women's literature, including issues of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality. (3)
4. Analyze historical portrayals of female protagonists in literature. (4)
5. Identify the various archetypal patterns of women throughout history and literary periods. (5)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2500 words of monitored writing. A minimum of 1500 of the 2500 words will be in the form of a scholarly essay.

ENG 240 - American Literature to 1865

1. Characteristic elements and examples of literary texts and genres (themes, structure, style, types and analysis) 
2. Factors that affect critical reading and response: issues of translation, ethnocentrism, gender, and bias/prejudice 
3. The historical, religious, geographical, cultural, ethnic, race and gender contexts for the study of American literature before 1865 
4. Conceptual frameworks applied to American literature from 1865 to present: definitions of culture, gender, race and ethnicity; literary terminology; aesthetic movements such as Romanticism, Trancendentalism and the literature of abolition 
5. Information literacy skills related to independent research 

1. Classify, analyze and compare representative works of American literature from before 1865 within thematic, cultural and aesthetic frameworks. (1)
2. Analyze cultural, linguistic, historical and other factors that influence perspectives on American literature before 1865, including attitudes about race, gender and ethnicity. (2) 
3. Evaluate the role of literature in illuminating, challenging and/or perpetuating prejudice and social inequalities. (3) 
4. Explain and apply key terms and concepts related to literature and cultural diversity. (4) 
5. Employ tools of scholarship on issues of race, ethnicity and gender to American literature from before 1865. (5) 

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2,500 words of monitored writing.

ENG 241 - American Literature 1865 to Present

1. Characteristic elements and examples of literary texts and genres (themes, structure, style, types and analysis). 
2. Factors that affect critical reading and response: issues of translation, ethnocentrism, gender, and bias/prejudice. 
3. Historical, geographical, cultural, ethnic, race and gender contexts for the study of American literature from 1865 to present. 
4. Conceptual frameworks applied to American literature from 1865 to present: definitions of culture, gender, race and ethnicity; literary terminology; aesthetic movements. 
5. Information literacy skills related to independent research. 

1. Classify, analyze and compare representative works of American literature from 1865 to present within thematic, cultural and aesthetic frameworks. (1) 
2. Analyze cultural, linguistic, historical and other factors that influence perspectives on American literature from 1865 to present, including attitudes about race, gender and ethnicity. (2)
3. Evaluate the role of literature in illuminating, challenging and/or perpetuating prejudice and social inequalities. (3)
4. Explain and apply key terms and concepts related to literature and cultural diversity. (4) 
5. Employ tools of scholarship on issues of race, ethnicity and gender to American literature from 1865 to present. (5)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 2,500 words of monitored writing

ENG 242 - Introduction to Shakespeare

1. Characteristic elements of literature (theme, figurative language, characterization) and introduction to genres (tragedies, comedies, histories, sonnets, poems)
2. Tools and methods of literary criticism and scholarly research
3. Geographical, historical, and social influences on Shakespeare's literature including issues of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality
4. Universal themes in Shakespeare's literature
5. Adaptations and performances of Shakespeare's work (live theater or film)

1. Define key literary terms, and apply them to the study of selected works of Shakespeare's literature including genres of plays (tragedies, histories, and comedies), poems, and sonnets. (1) 
2. Apply the tools and methods of literary criticism and scholarly research to selected works of Shakespeare's literature. (2) 
3. Discuss and analyze historical, political, economic, religious and social influences of Shakespeare, including issues of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality. (3)
4. Identify universal themes in Shakespeare's literature. (4)
5. Analyze possible interpretations of text through reading and viewing plays. (5)

ENG 296 - Internship: English

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement 
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements 
3. Elements of documentation of experience 
4. Planning and time management 
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues 
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving 
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement 

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics. 
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace. 
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications. 
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing 
5. Interpret written and oral instructions. 
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities. 
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations. 
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required. 
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports. 
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace. 
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization. 

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours. 
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty. 
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty. 
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor. 
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience. 

ENG 298 - Special Topics in Literature

1. History of the course topic or genre 
2. Terms related to the analysis and interpretation of literary texts 
3. Criticism, reviews and other writings associated with the literary topic and texts 
4. Strategies and materials for researching literary topic and texts 

1. Describe and discuss the history and evolution of the literary topic. (1)
2. Define and apply terms relating to the analysis and interpretation of literary texts. (2) 
3. Discuss criticism, reviews and other writings associated with the literary topic and texts. (3) 
4. Locate and use library and internet information about the literary topic and texts. (4)

ENG 299 - Independent Study English

1. Applied knowledge and skills 
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting 
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience 
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills 
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance 

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting. 
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business. 
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies. 
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper. 
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through. 
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues. 
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

ENV 105 - Environmental Biology

1. Interactions of individual organisms with the physical environment 
2. Interactions of individuals and populations with the biological environment 
3. Energy flow through communities and ecosystems 
4. Factors affecting global distribution of climate 
5. Characteristics of the major biomes 
6. Interaction between humans and the environment 
7. Field data collection techniques 
8. Recording data and observations 
9. Interpretation of data 
10. Elementary statistics 
11. Biogeochemical cycles 
12. Population variation, adaptations, and natural selection 
13. Island biogeography and conservation applications

1. Describe the adaptations of organisms to the physical environment. (1)
2. Describe intra and inter specific competition, and other types of interactions between individuals and populations. (2) 
3. Describe and graph exponential and logistic population growth. (2) 
4. Describe the flow of energy through ecosystems emphasizing trophic levels and food webs. (3) 
5. Describe the processes generating climatic zones on the Earth. (4) 
6. Correlate biomes with climate patterns (4,5) 
7. List the physical and biotic characteristics of the major biomes (5) 
8. Describe interactions between hunter-gatherer, pastoral, agrarian, and industrial societies and the environment. (6) 
9. Collect quantifiable data using various field methods. (7,8) 
10. Analyze data using graphical and statistical methods. (9,10)
11. Describe the major biogeochemical cycles including water, carbon, and nitrogen. (11) 
12. Describe the basic mechanisms and conditions affecting populations with respect to evolution and natural selection. (12) 
13. Describe the influence of area, distance, and other factors in predicting species diversity. (13)

ENV 110 - Environmental Geology

1. The role of population in environmental problems. 
2. Basic geology, including rocks and minerals, plate tectonics, and basic surface processes 
3. Earthquakes 
4. Volcanism 
5. Streams and flooding 
6. Mass wasting and slope stability 
7. Climate, as related to geology 
8. Water as a resource 
9. Soil 
10. Mineral resources 
11. Energy resources, including coal, oil, and natural gas 
12. Alternative energy resources 
13. Waste disposal 
14. Water and air pollution 

1. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate physical and natural phenomena. (1-13)
   1. Use scientific methods used to explain geological and environmental concepts and theories.
2. Identify the unifying themes of the scientific field of study. (1-13) 
   1. Recognize the role of population in environmental issues.
   2. Identify and explain the causes and hazards of some natural geologic processes. 
   3. Describe the role of natural resources in modern culture and the problems caused by their extraction and exploitation.
3. Interpret the numerical and/or graphical presentation of scientific data. (1-13) 
   1. Identify, synthesize, interpret, and evaluate data associated with the discipline of environmental geology. 
   2. Draw conclusions from geologic data presented on graphs or charts regarding population, earthquakes, volcanoes, streams and flooding, mass wasting, atmospheric composition, natural resources (water, soil, mineral and energy), alternative energy, waste disposal and water pollution. 
4. Use the tools and equipment necessary for basic scientific analysis and research. (2) 
   1. Perform basic laboratory skills to identify the physical properties of minerals and rocks.
   2. Use topographic maps.
5. Record the results of investigation through writing. (1-13)

ENV 296 - Internship: Environmental Studies

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement 
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements 
3. Elements of documentation of experience 
4. Planning and time management 
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues 
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving 
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement 

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics. 
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace. 
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications. 
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing 
5. Interpret written and oral instructions. 
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities. 
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations. 
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required. 
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports. 
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace. 
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization. 

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours. 
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty. 
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions. 
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty. 
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor. 
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

ENV 299 - Independent Study Environmental Studies

1. Applied knowledge and skills 
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting 
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience 
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills 
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance 

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting. 
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business. 
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies. 
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper. 
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through. 
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues. 
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community. 

EXW 100M - Foundations of Mind-Body Exercise

1. Neurobiological components and benefits of mind-body exercise
2. Components, techniques and historical origins of mind-body exercise
3. Evidence-based outcomes and health benefits of mind-body exercise
4. Mind-body exercise programming and integration into personal training sessions
5. Current trends in mind-body exercise

1. Identify changes in the body-mind as stress occurs and as relaxation occurs. (1) 
2. Discuss components, techniques and historical origins associated with mind-body exercise. (2) 
3. Explain the process by which health benefits result from mind-body exercise.  (1,3)
4. Describe the components of an individualized mind-body exercise program. (2-4)
5. Evaluate current trends in mind-body exercise. (5) 
    

EXW 130H - Weight Management

1. Concepts in weight management
2. Basic nutrition
3. Eating behavior technique
4. Strategies for changing eating habits
5. Lifestyle modification and behavior change
6. Exercise programming for weight loss, weight gain and weight maintenance

1. Explain the physiology of weight loss, weight gain, and weight maintenance. (1,2,6)
2. Identify behavior techniques and strategies that assist weight loss, weight gain, and weight maintenance. (3-5)
3. Identify the role of a lifetime exercise program as the key to a successful weight loss and weight maintenance program. (5)

EXW 130J - Weight Loss and Health with Whole Food

1. Basic nutrition of functional foods
2. Principles and components of exercise for weight loss
3. Lifestyle choices that affect weight loss
4. Menu planning and food preparation techniques
5. Food addiction theories and recovery strategies

1. Identify food choices resulting in weight loss and improved health. (1)
2. Identify exercise components for weight loss. (2)
3. Plan menus for nutritional and health benefits. (1,4)
4. Select and modify recipes for weight loss and health benefits. (1,3,4)
5. Identify food choices that may result in food addiction and apply techniques for recovery. (5)

EXW 150 - Prevention of Athletic Injuries and Emergency Care

1. Role of the athletic trainer and other related athletic personnel
2. Prevention of injuries including physical conditioning, physical exams and screening, nutrition, and protective devices
3. Injury management and rehabilitation
4. Basic anatomy and physiology
5. Injury taping and wrapping procedures
6. Professional considerations including supplies, communication and documentation, licensure, and legal liability

1. Discuss roles of personnel in the sports medicine team. (1)
2. Apply preventative techniques and injury management. ( 2- 4)
3. Identify responsibilities to avoid undue liability. (3,6)
4. Identify basic anatomical structures and physiology as they pertain to the prevention and management of athletic injuries. (4)
5. Apply protective taping, bracing, wrapping and padding for the prevention and management of athletic injuries. (5)
6. Prescribe physical conditioning activities and nutritional counseling appropriate for athletes. (2)
7. Perform basic business operations as they apply to athletic training such as supply procurement and maintenance of inventory and training kit components. (6)
8. Document and communicate injury treatment information. (6)

EXW 151 - Introduction to Exercise Science and Physical Education

1. History, principles and definitions of physical activity, physical fitness, exercise, leisure, lifestyle behaviors and sport
2. Need for the disciplines of exercise science, physical education and kinesiology
3. Interdisciplinary structure of the disciplines, research methods and application to professional practice
4. Societal objectives for exercise science, physical education and sport
5. Careers, preparation and qualifications
6. Professional organizations
7. Issues, challenges and future of exercise science, physical education and kinesiology

1. Explain the importance of physical activity and its implications for the disciplines of exercise science, physical education and kinesiology. (1,2)
2. Describe discipline structures, types of knowledge studied by its scholars and how knowledge is applied in professional practice. (3)
3. Defend the integrative nature of the field of exercise science, physical education and kinesiology. (1-3)
4. Identify the demands of professional occupations, current career options and the qualifications required, within the area of exercise science and physical education. (4-7)
5. Develop a professional philosophy statement. (1-7)
    

EXW 152 - Personal Health and Wellness

1. Introduction to personal health and wellness
2. Factors that affect personal health and wellness
3. Personal health and wellness research methods
4. Personal health and wellness assessment techniques
5. Societal and environmental health issues

1. Define personal health and the 7 dimensions of wellness (physical, mental, emotional, social, environmental, occupational, and spiritual). (1)
2. Evaluate the components of personal health and wellness promoting positive behavior. (1,2,5)
3. Explain and apply research methods and assessment techniques for establishing cause and effect of personal health and wellness related issues and treatment. (3,4)
4. Evaluate extrinsic and intrinsic factors that impact personal health and wellness. (1-5)
5. Analyze societal and environmental influences on personal health and wellness. (5)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 1500 words of monitored writing.

EXW 153 - First Aid/CPR/AED and Safety

1. First aid basics and legal issues
2. Medical emergencies
3. Injury emergencies
4. Environmental emergencies
5. Adult, Child and Infant CPR and AED for the lay rescuer or health care provider
6. Safety around the home

1. Identify and discuss legal issues of first aid. (1)
2. Analyze and prioritize first aid problems. (1-4)
3. Perform first aid. (1-4)
4. Administer CPR. (5)
5. Utilize AED. (5)
6. Identify and reduce safety hazards around the home. (6)
    

EXW 154 - Theory of Coaching

1. Coaching philosophy, objectives, roles and styles
2. Character and diversity
3. Fundamental communication skills
4. Motivational theories and techniques
5. Games approach
6. Planning for teaching technical and tactical skills
7. Principles of training
8. Performance nutrition, hydration and drug abuse issues
9. Team relations/management, media relations, game management and risk management

1. Develop a coaching philosophy. (1)
2. Identify and discuss the roles of a coach, the major objectives of coaching and factors that influence coaching style. (1)
3. Describe principles for coaching with character, developing character and sportsmanship in athletes, and coaching athletes with diverse backgrounds, characteristics and abilities. (2)
4. List psychological and sociological principles for effective communication and apply to various situations such as listening to athletes, motivating athletes, and managing behavior problems. (3,4)
5. Use the games approach for teaching technical and tactical skills. (5,6)
6. Define basic systems of the body and principles of nutrition for performance. (8)
7. Apply methods for effective team management, for managing interpersonal relationships in coaching, and for protecting athletes from risk and coaches from liability issues. (9)

EXW 157 - Performance Nutrition

1. Principles and practices of nutrition and exercise science; emphasis on processes and pathways of digestion, metabolism, and three main energy systems
2. Structure, function, classifications, and food sources of nutrients
3. Nutrition and exercise science terminology, online resources, and interactive measurement tools
4. Food to fuel and food to fat storage
5. Nutrition and exercise misconceptions
6. Components of exercise, training principles, FITT principle, methods for calculating energy demands of exercise and caloric requirements
7. Homeostasis, thermoregulation, heat illnesses, and fluid balance
8. Nutrition strategies for special populations
9. Theories, principles, and strategies of behavior change

1. Explain the factors that influence metabolism. (1)
2. Identify the primary steps of metabolic pathways, the three energy systems and the metabolic path of each macronutrient. (1)
3. Discuss how nutrition intake and specific activity level influence the metabolic pathways. (1-4, 6)
4. Outline dietary needs, timing of meals, and estimate caloric needs for various sports or physical activities. (1, 3, 6, 7)
5. List nutrients, including fiber, and identify their structure, function, classifications, and pathway through the digestive tract, including the supporting organ systems. (1, 2, 4)
6. Use evidence-based methods to investigate nutrition and exercise misconceptions. (1, 5)
7. Use online nutrition and exercise assessment tools to evaluate nutritional status, fitness level and body composition. (1, 3, 5, 6)
8. Discuss how exercise and eating patterns influence body composition. (3, 4, 6)
9. Explain homeostasis and the steps to maintain hydration. (7)
10. Evaluate dietary challenges of special populations. (8)
11. Design behavior change interventions to meet nutrition and exercise goals. (9)

EXW 168 - Sport Psychology and Mental Skills

1. Psychological theories related to participation in physical activity and sports
2. Personality, self-confidence, motivation, communication skill development
3. Emotional and mental symptoms of adaptive stress and techniques for managing stress and performance anxiety
4. Concentration, attention control, and arousal regulation
5. Participation, achievement, and competition
6. Purpose, components, teaching, and assessment of mental skills: Goal setting, self-talk, relaxation and energization, and imagery/visualization
7. Title IX, assumptions, biases, stereotypes, bullying, and prejudices

1. Discuss the benefits of the three-phase approach of teaching mental skills. (1, 6) 
2. Describe the relationship between psychological variables and participation in physical activity and sport. (1-6)
3. Explain how achievement motivation is developed. (1-5)
4. Describe the conditions that promote motivation and self-confidence. (1-6)
5. Define the communication skills aligned with athlete-centered coaching. (2, 3)
6. Document the experience of mental training skills practice. (4, 6)
7. Use goal setting principles and guidelines to design a comprehensive goal. (6)
8. Use components of mental imagery to create a performance enhancing visualization script. (6)
9. Evaluate the coach's role in managing their own and others assumptions. (3, 7)
10. Recognize and respond to bias-based and identity-based bullying. (7)

EXW 200 - Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation and Self-Compassion

1. Components, techniques and benefits of mindfulness meditation
2. Components, techniques and benefits of self-compassion
3. Evidence based components of health and happiness

1. Define components, describe techniques and discuss health benefits associated with mindfulness meditation practices. (1)
2. Define components, describe techniques and discuss health benefits associated with self-compassion. (2)
3. Use and apply mindfulness and compassion techniques for health benefits. (1-3)

EXW 205 - Stress, Lifestyle and Health

1. Scientific theories and terminology pertaining to stress, health, and lifestyle habits
2. The 7-dimensions of wellness
3. Stress psychophysiology and systems of the body impacted by acute and chronic stress
4. Chronic stress, illness and disease
5. Coping strategies to prevent and/or reverse chronic stress patterns
6. General, situational and specific interventions and techniques to manage daily stress
7. Components, techniques and benefits of self-regulation, physical activity, adequate nutrition and mind/body practices
8. Emerging theories and strategies for decreasing stress behavior
9. Theories and strategies for behavior modification

1. Identify the mind/body mechanisms and systems of the body responsible for stress reactivity and relaxation response. (1-4)
2. Describe how the stress model can influence both the development of wellness and illness. (1-4, 6,7)
3. Describe how perception of events and personality type influence stress psychophysiology. (3)
4. Discuss various cognitive interventions for transforming perception in the presence of a stressor. (1, 3, 5 -9)
5. Analyze the processes required for self-regulation of emotions. (3-7)
6. Apply problem-focused coping and emotion-focused coping to various scenarios of stress. (5-9)
7. Document experiences of stress reactivity and relaxation response. (5-7)
8. Apply theories and coping skills to prevent, minimize or resolve stressful perceptions in the face of personal stressors. (1-8)
9. Examine the role regular physical activity, adequate nutrition and lifestyle habits play in promoting health and preventing or reversing chronic stress. (5-8)

EXW 251 - Integrated and Applied Exercise Sciences

1. Functional anatomy
2. Physiology as it relates to exercise
3. Introduction to biomechanics and functional assessments as they relate to exercise
4. Basic nutrition and body composition concepts as they relate to exercise
5. Principles of exercise and conditioning

1. Identify location of muscles, tendons, bones and other major anatomical structures using correct terminology. (1)
2. Describe processes of various body systems producing movement, balance, activity and recovery. (2)
3. Describe the physiology of a muscle contraction and the energy pathways associated with exercise. (2)
4. Identify body movements and the anatomical structures that cause these movements. (3)
5. Identify concept of nutrition and body composition and how they are impacted by exercise. (4)
6. Implement principles of exercise and conditioning in the design of a physical training program. (5)

EXW 252 - ACE Personal Trainer Preparation

1. Human anatomy, exercise physiology, applied kinesiology, and nutrition
2. Principles of adherence, motivation, behavior change and health psychology
3. Communication and teaching techniques
4. The ACE Integrated Fitness Training (IFT) model
5. Building rapport
6. Health and exercise history information assessment
7. Functional training: assessments, programming and progressions for posture, movement, core balance and flexibility
8. Physiological assessments
9. Resistance training: programming and progressions
10. Cardiorespiratory training: programming and progressions
11. Special exercise programming for mind-body exercise, special populations, and exercise implications of common musculoskeletal injuries
12. Emergency procedures as it relates to exercise
13. Professional and legal responsibilities, scope of practice, and business strategies for personal trainers

1. Explain concepts and principles of human anatomy, exercise physiology, applied kinesiology, and nutrition as they relate to the ACE IFT model, which include functional, resistance and cardiorespiratory training and special exercise programming. (1,4,7,9,10,12)
2. Identify communication, teaching techniques and rapport that relate to the principles of adherence, motivation, behavior change, and health psychology. (2,3,5)
3. Apply assessment methods related to health and exercise history information, functional training, physiological assessments, resistance training, cardiorespiratory training and special exercise programming. (6-10,12)
4. Explain strategies a personal trainer can use to integrate mind-body components into a training session(s). (11)
5. Explain the professional and legal responsibilities, scope of practice, and business strategies for Certified ACE Fitness Personal Trainers. (13)
6. Explain emergency procedures as they relate to exercise. (12)

FMA 100 - Animation Principles

1. Animations
2. Mechanics of applications
3. Storyboarding
4. Character design

1. Watch and analyze animation media from various categories and applications. (1,2)
2. Create an animation in each category: 2D, 3D and stop motion. (1-4)

FMA 101 - Film/TV History and Analysis

1. Story and structure
2. Image
3. Sound
4. Character development
5. Artistic design
6. Theme
7. Subtext
8. Historical significance and cultural resonance
9. Business models
10. Marketing film and TV through history

1. Analyze story and structure. (1)
2. Describe image and sound analysis using shared and personal vocabularies. (2,3)
3. Identify character development interaction and perceptual elements. (4)
4. Imitate artistic design interactions. (5)
5. Describe individual perceptions of theme, subtext and cultural resonance through historical analyses. (6-8)
6. Explain the business side of the media, including marketing. (9,10)

FMA 102 - Production I

1. Film scene analysis
2. Recreation of scene
3. Editing scenes

1. View, then obtain and analyze, effects of simultaneous images and sounds that duplicate specific film scenes. (1,2)
2. Develop tools to manipulate images and sound experiences. (2)
3. Use digital cameras and off-line editing computers to compose images. (2)
4. Use audio recorders. (2)
5. Mix sound. (2, 3)
6. Obtain, write, direct, film and edit sounds and images. (1-3)

FMA 103 - Screenwriting I

1. Media analysis
2. Media categories (film, TV, documentary, YouTube, commercial, industrial video)
3. Marketing media products

1. Watch and analyze media from various categories. (1)
2. Write a script in each media category. (2)
3. Develop a marketing plan in a media category. (2, 3)

FMA 105 - Production II

1. Scene set-up and camera coverage
2. Basic camera techniques
3. Basic lighting techniques
4. Basic sound
5. Crew communication

1. Identify camera coverage, lighting and sound requirements. (1-4)
2. Develop camera coverage and lighting set-ups. (2, 3)
3. Use basic camera skills. (2)
4. Develop sound set-ups. (4)
5. Work with a production crew utilizing communication skills. (5)

FMA 106 - Editing I

1. Mechanical, aesthetic and storytelling components of film editing
2. Digital editing
3. Film analysis of image and sound
4. Low-budget editing solutions
5. Director/editor relationship
6. Editing terminology

1. Use industry standard editing software. (1,2)
2. Convert shooting script to usable images. (1-3)
3. Illustrate basic editing techniques. (1-3, 6)
4. Compensate for ineffective coverage using stock and graphics. (1-4)
5. Generate personal editing techniques. (1-5)
6. Edit film shot by others. (1-6)

FMA 107 - Post-Production

1. Non-Linear editing
2. Editing techniques and theory
3. Importing digital elements
4. Synchronizing sound, music, add titles and graphics
5. Project organization, video and audio files
6. Export for projection/distribution

1. Import, render, cut, and polish video into a comprehensive story. (1-6)
2. Import sound effects, ADR, music and dialogue and, based on known and new editing techniques, build sound for film. (2)

FMA 108 - YouTube Content and Marketing

1. YouTube channel
2. Channel visibility and subscriber optimization
3. Series ideas
4. Business plan
5. Marketing plan
6. Channel launch

1. Build and manage a YouTube channel. (1,2)
2. Write for the YouTube channel. (3)
3. Manage the business and marketing of the channel. (2,4-6)

FMA 109 - Screenwriting: Iconic Film and Television Analysis

1. "Iconic" films and TV shows
2. Analysis of screenwriting styles in scenes from iconic films and TV shows
3. Writing skills using select iconic film scenes and TV shows as models

1. Analyze the structures and themes of iconic film scenes and television shows and identify commonalities. (1,2)
2. Write scenes, teleplays, stories and treatments utilizing different iconic film styles. (2,3)
3. Identify how iconic films have shaped and continue to shape the film and television industry as it has evolved. (1)

FMA 110 - Pre-Production

1. Preparation and organization for film and media production
2. Script breakdown
3. Shooting schedule
4. Storyboard
5. Methods for cast and crew recruitment
6. Methods for finding locations
7. Legal releases for locations, music rights, cast and crew
8. Budget preparation

1. Prepare all materials and schedules for film and media production. (1-3)
2. Coordinate equipment and personnel scheduling. (3-5)
3. Identify site location. (6)
4. Recruit cast and crew for filming. (5)
5. Obtain legal releases for cast/crew, music and locations. (7)
6. Create professional budget and use for film. (8)

FMA 112 - Film/TV/Media Reviews and Criticism

1. A film's story, direction, acting, editing and production value
2. Styles of film directing, storytelling and editing
3. Film reviewing vs. criticism
4. Audience, style and approach
5. Evaluating indie and studio films

1. Evaluate a film's story, direction, acting, editing and production value, and recognize different styles. (1,2,5)
2. Identify the difference between film reviewing and criticism. (3,4)
3. Write film reviews for different genres in studio and indie films. (4,5)
4. Write to your audience. (4)

FMA 113 - Stop Motion Animation

1. Stop motion
2. In-camera animation
3. Set design
4. Set construction
5. Character design
6. Character building
7. Lighting

1. Analyze animation media in stop motion. (1,2)
2. Create animation in stop motion. (1-7)

FMA 114 - Animation Production

1. Storytelling
2. Animations
3. Characters
4. Frame-by-frame analyzation
5. Concept art
6. Storyboards
7. Layouts
8. Exposure sheets
9. Test animation
10.  Inbetweening
11. Final animation
12. Color
13. Sound

1. Analyze animation storytelling techniques and characters from various categories and applications. (1-4)
2. Create characters that think and express emotion. (1-13)
3. Create a short animation film. (1-13) 

FMA 117 - Cinematography

1. Replication of professional film/video/media lighting
2. Collaborative filmmaking techniques
3. Camera work
4. Lighting and power
5. Grip and electric
6. 30-60 second DP reel

1. Produce footage for demo reel. (1-6)
2. Demonstrate safe and effective lighting. (4)
3. Collaborate on a film set. (1-6)
4. Practice camera settings and operation. (3)
5. Use proper rigging and grip techniques. (1,3-5)
6. Participate in short film shoots. (1-5)
7. Edit and export a Director of Photography reel and short film projects. (2,6)

FMA 120 - Thesis Film/TV Production

1. Replication of a professional film/video/TV production
2. Collaborative filmmaking techniques
3. Field production
4. Video post-production
5. Audio post-production
6. Technical complexity
7. Production oversight
8. Five - 10 minute digital short

1. Oversee digital film production. (1-3, 7)
2. Direct original short film. (1-3, 7, 8)
3. Collaborate in a field production. (1, 2, 7)
4. Integrate technical complexity in digital editing. (4-6)
5. Adapt to production schedule. (1, 2, 7)
6. Prioritize camera plan. (3)
7. Synchronize video and audio files. (4, 5)
8. Schedule ADR in sound booths. (5-7)
9. Record foley. (5, 6)
10. Export final film. (4, 6, 8)
11. Create digital archive. (6, 8

FMA 121 - Screenwriting II

1. Screenwriting forms and structures
2. Analysis of screenwriting techniques, structures and forms
3. Screenwriting culture, criticism, marketing and monetization
4. Elements of scripting for industrial, documentary and narrative productions

1. Identify and utilize screenplay elements (e.g. genre, structure, characterization and visual language). (1, 2)
2. Identify techniques for generating story ideas. (4)
3. Describe screenplay outlets for creative growth, marketing and monetization. (3)
4. Critically and creatively assess writing from self and others. (3, 4)

FMA 296 - Internship: Film and Media Arts

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement 
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements 
3. Elements of documentation of experience 
4. Planning and time management 
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues 
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving 
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement 

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics. 
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace. 
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications. 
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing 
5. Interpret written and oral instructions. 
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities. 
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations. 
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required. 
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports. 
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace. 
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization. 

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours. 
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty. 
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions. 
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty. 
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor. 
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience. 

FMA 299 - Independent Study Film and Media Arts

1. Applied knowledge and skills 
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting 
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience 
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills 
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance 
    

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting. 
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business. 
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies. 
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper. 
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through. 
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues. 
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

FSC 100 - Principles of Emergency Services

1. Fire service history
2. Fire prevention and public fire education
3. Scientific terminology
4. Building design and construction
5. Fire detection and suppression systems
6. The role of public and private support organizations
7. Fire and emergency services equipment and facilities management 
8. Fire and emergency service response 
9. Fire apparatus, service equipment and facilities 
10. National Incident Management System/Incident Command System (NIMS/ICS) 
11. Leadership and management 
12. Fire prevention and pre-planning 
13. Firefighter safety and survival 

1. Illustrate the history of the fire service. (1-4)
   1. Illustrate and explain the history. 
   2. Evaluate the culture of the fire service. 
   3. Analyze the basic components of fire as a chemical chain reaction, as well as the major phases of fire. 
   4. Examine the main factors that influence fire spread and fire behavior. 
2. Compare and contrast the components and development of the fire and emergency services. (2-4,6-13)
   1. List and describe the major organizations that provide emergency response service, and illustrate how they interrelate. 
   2. Explain the scope, purpose, and organizational structure of fire and emergency services. 
   3. Differentiate between fire service training and education. 
   4. Explain the value of higher education to the professionalization of the fire service. 
   5. Define the role of national, State, and local support organizations in fire and emergency services.
   6. Describe the common types of fire and emergency service facilities, equipment, and apparatus. 
   7. Compare and contrast effective management concepts for various emergency situations. 
3. Analyze careers in fire and emergency services. (2,5,11)
   1. Identify fire protection and emergency-service careers in both the public and private sector.
   2. Explain the primary responsibilities of fire prevention personnel, including code enforcement, public information, and public and private protection systems. 
   3. Develop the components of career preparation and goal setting. 
   4. Demonstrate the importance of wellness and fitness as it relates to emergency services.

FSC 102 - Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety & Survival

1. History of fire service culture
2. Organizational culture
3. Individual role in culture/behavior
4. History of line of duty deaths and injuries statistics
5. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
6. Medical and fitness standards
7. Data collection (NFIRS)
8. Research/investigation (NIST, NIOSH)
9. Training, equipment, response
10. Certification and credentialing
11. Organizational health and safety profile
12. Risk management
13. Prevention

1. Define and describe the need for cultural and behavioral change within the emergency services relating to safety, incorporating leadership, supervision, accountability, and personal responsibility. (1-13)
2. Explain the need for enhancements of personal and organizational accountability for health and safety. (3-5, 9-13)
3. Define how the concepts of risk management affect strategic and tactical decision making. (12)
4. Describe and evaluate circumstances that might constitute an unsafe act. Explain the concept of empowering all emergency services personnel to stop unsafe acts. (3-13)
5. Validate the need for national training standards as they correlate to professional development inclusive of qualifications, certifications, and re-certifications. (5-11)
6. Defend the need for annual medical evaluations and the establishment of physical fitness criteria for emergency services personnel throughout their careers. (6)
7. Explain the vital role of local departments in national research and data collection systems. (7)
8. Illustrate how technological advancements can produce higher levels of emergency services safety and survival. (9, 13)
9. Explain the importance of investigating all near-misses, injuries, and fatalities. (4, 5, 7, 8)
10. Discuss how incorporating the lessons learned from investigations can support cultural change throughout the emergency services. (4, 5, 7, 8, 12)
11. Describe how obtaining grants can support safety and survival initiatives. (9, 11, 12)
12. Formulate an awareness of how adopting standardized policies for responding to emergency scenes can minimize near-misses, injuries, and deaths. (5-13) 
13. Explain how the increase in violent incidents impacts safety for emergency services personnel when responding to emergency scenes. (4, 7-9, 12)
14. Recognize the need for counseling and psychological support for emergency services personnel and their families, and identify access to local resources and services. (9, 11-13)
15. Describe the importance of public education as a critical component of life safety programs. (12, 13)
16. Discuss the importance of fire sprinklers and code enforcement. (13)
17. Explain the importance of safety in the design of apparatus and equipment. (4, 7, 9, 12)

FSC 104 - Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations

FSC 105 - Firefighter I & II Certification Academy

1. Fire department organization
2. Fire behavior
3. Fireground and station safety
4. Ropes and knots
5. Water supply
6. Fire apparatus
7. Fire hose and evolutions
8. Fire service ladders and evolutions
9. Power tools
10. Building construction
11. Forcible entry
12. Search and rescue
13. Ventilation
14. Salvage and overhaul
15. Structural firefighting and organization
16. Electricity
17. Special firefighting techniques and hazard emergencies
18. Firefighter maintenance
19. Fire prevention and fire investigations
20. Firefighter safety and survival techniques

1. Describe theory of fire behavior, phases of fire, types of fires and methods of fire control. (2,5)
2. Show the proper rope inspection procedure as well as the established standard knots and hitches used by the fire service. (4)
3. Discuss the proper uses for various equipment/tools. (3,6,9,11,13)
4. Explain the care and use of fire service ladders and perform basic ladder raises for multi-person ladders. (8)
5. Describe the standard hose rolls and carries used by the fire service. (7)
6. Explain the need for proper ventilation. (10,13)
7. Show proper salvage cover placement and proper salvage and overhaul techniques. (14)
8. Describe basic building construction and building features as they apply to firefighting. (10)
9. Explain the reasons for and show ability to don the self-contained breathing apparatus and complete the crawl-through course. (12)
10. Perform basic forcible entry through various barriers using the proper tools and procedures. (11)
11. Successfully ventilate a structure utilizing both horizontal and vertical techniques with the proper equipment. (13)
12. Explain the method and theory of fire cause determination as it applies to the firefighter to include securing the scene and legal considerations. (16)
13. Explain the components of automatic sprinkler systems and the value of the systems. (16)
14. Design an inspection program for their community. (16)
15. Perform various drags, lifts, carries, wall breaching, narrow-space manipulation and hoisting techniques directly related to firefighter safety and self-survival. (15,17) 16. Explain the organizational model of the fire service. (1) 17. Practice the use of personnel accountability systems and of the NIMS incident command system. (1)

FSC 135 - Fire Prevention

1. Goals, importance and organizations of fire prevention
2. History of major fires and fire prevention in America
3. Responsibilities and professional development
4. Standards for fire prevention personnel
5. Private organizations
6. Roles of government
7. Inspection and enforcement
8. Fire prevention laws, regulations and standards
9. Plans review programs
10. Fire protection engineering
11. Fire investigation
12. Public education

1. Define the national fire problem and role of fire prevention. (1, 2)
2. Identify and describe fire prevention organizations and associations. (1, 5)
3. Define laws, rules, regulations, and codes, and identify those relevant to fire prevention of the authority having jurisdiction. (5, 6, 8)
4. Define the functions of a fire prevention bureau. (3, 4, 7-12)
5. Describe inspection practices and procedures. (7, 8)
6. Identify and describe the standards for professional qualifications for Fire Marshal, Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector, Fire and Life Safety Educator, and Fire Investigator. (3, 4, 8)
7. List opportunities in professional development for fire prevention personnel. (3)
8. Describe the history and philosophy of fire prevention. (2)

FSC 137 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply

1. Hydraulics origin and history within the fire service
2. Water volume, weight, chemical and physical properties
3. Force and pressure
4. Velocity, flow calculations and relations
5. Friction loss and effects, conversion factors, GPM and hose sizes
6. Pump theory and operation
7. Theory of drafting and pump testing
8. Fire streams
9. Engine pressure calculations
10. Water supply and distribution systems
11. Standpipes, sprinklers and fireground formulas
     

1. Use mathematics and physics to calculate the movement of water in fire supression activities. (1-5, 8-11)
2. Identify the design principles of pumping apparatus. (6, 7)
3. Analyze community fire flow demand criteria. (4,10,11)
4. Explain the principles of forces that affect water, both at rest and in motion. (2-5,8)
5. List and describe the various types of water distribution systems. (2,10)
6. Discuss the various types of fire pumps. (7, 10)

1. Pre- and Post-test.

FSC 155 - Basic Wildland Firefighting

1. Fire behavior factors
2. Fire suppression methods
3. Weather
   1. Wind
   2. Humidity
4. Preparedness
   1. Approach
   2. Departure
5. Firefighter preparedness
   1. Method of response
   2. Response time
6. Tools and equipment
7. Firing devices
   1. Counter fires
   2. Back fires
8. Water and chemicals
   1. Ground application
   2. Airborne application
   3. Topography
9. Suppression
   1. Manpower allocation
   2. Reserves
10. Securing control line--communication
11. Maps
12. Scouting, patrolling
13. Safety
    1. First aid
    2. Aircraft
    3. Ten standard firefighting orders
    4. Situations to shout watchout
    5. L.C.E.S.
14. Investigation
15. Standards for survival--protective equipment
16. Fire shelter use
    1. Reserve housing
    2. Food and supplies
17. Line construction--mop up
    1. Principles
    2. Black line
    3. Fireline safety
18. Incident command system

1. Identify and prepare for wildland fire prevention. (1-16)
2. Define differences in logistical approaches to wildland and wildfire suppression. (6-13,17)
3. Estimate the potential environmental impact of wildland fires. (14,18)
    

FSC 210 - Advanced Fire Behavior and Combustion

1. Math and chemistry review
2. Properties of matter and physics
3. Gaseous combustion
4. Ignitable liquids
5. Solid combustion
6. Heat release rate
7. Heat transfer
8. Ignition
9. Enclosure fire dynamics
10. Fire modeling
11. Extinguishment

1.  Identify physical properties of the three states of matter. (2, 4-6)
2. Categorize the components of fire. (4-6)
3. Explain the physical and chemical properties of fire. (1-3)
4. Describe and apply the process of burning. (7-9)
5. Use basic terms and concepts associated with the chemistry and dynamics of fire. (1, 2)
6. Explain the effect and dangers of air movement on the combustion process. (3, 7, 9, 10)
7. Discuss various materials and their relationship to fires as fuel. (9-11)
8. Describe the characteristics of water as a fire suppression agent. (3, 11)
9. Articulate other suppression agents and strategies. (11)
10. Compare other methods and techniques of fire extinguishments. (11)

1. Pre- and Post-test.

FSC 225 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services

1. Legal system of the United States: foundations and Constitution
2. Civil vs. criminal - differences, lawsuits, punishments and burden of proof.
3. Tort liability
4. Negligence
5. Judicial systems: U.S. Supreme Court, special courts, local courts and their penalties
6. Federal laws and the fire service including the Fair Labor Standards Act, American Disabilities Act, age discrimination, civil rights and sexual harassment
7. Employee relations, standards for physical testing, residency, grooming, promotions, psychological examinations and polygraphs
8. Fire prevention and fire codes, Fourth Amendment, certifications, building code vs. fire code
9. Mutual aid
10. Hazardous materials
11. Volunteers/contracts, At-will doctrine
12. Arson

1.  Define the different types of laws. (1-3, 5, 8)
2. Discuss Federal, State, and local laws and liabilities applicable to emergency services. (2-5, 8-12)
3. Explain the purpose of national codes and standards. (6-8)
4. Discuss applicable court decisions that have influenced emergency services. (2-6, 9)
5. Discuss the legal issues and concerns affecting emergency services. (1-3, 5, 8)

FSC 234 - Fire Investigation

1. Responsibilities of the Firefighter, Fire Officer, and Fire Department
2. Observations approaching, on arrival at scene, during operations
3. Identification of incendiary devices
4. Criminal law/constitutional amendments
5. Case studies
6. Terminology
7. Fire dynamics
8. Building construction
9. Fire protection systems
10. Basic principles of electricity
11. Health and safety
12. Fire scene investigations
13. Determining point of origin
14. Fire Causes
15. Vehicle fires
16. Fire setters

1. Demonstrate the importance of documentation, evidence collection, and scene security process needed for successful resolution. (1-5)
2. Demonstrate the process of conducting fire origin and cause investigation. (3, 12-14, 15, 16)
3. Identify the responsibilities of a firefighter when responding to the scene of a fire, including scene security and evidence preservation. (1-3)
4. Describe the implications of constitutional amendments as they apply to fire investigations to include case law decisions that have affected fire investigations. (4)
5. Define the common terms used in fire investigations. (6)
6. Explain the basic elements of fire dynamics, construction, and fire protection systems as to how they affect origin and cause determination. (7-10, 14)
7. Discuss the basic principles and identify cause and origin of fires. (3, 13, 14, 15, 16)
8. Recognize potential health and safety hazards. (11)

FSC 235 - Fire Protection Systems

1. Automatic sprinkler systems
2. Special extinguishing systems
3. Stand pipe and fire extinguisher systems
4. Fire detection and alarm systems

1. Identify the different types, uses, and benefits of fire protection systems found in various types of structures. (1-4)
2. Summarize the basic elements of a public water supply system as it relates to fire protection systems. (1, 4)
3. Explain the operation and appropriate application for the different types of portable fire protection systems. (2,3)
4. Identify the different types and components of sprinkler, standpipe, and foam systems. (1-3)
5. Discuss residential and commercial sprinkler legislation. (1, 3, 4)
6. Compare the basic components and detectors in a fire alarm system. (4)
7. Describe the hazards of smoke, and list the four factors that can influence smoke movement in a building. (3, 4)

FSC 236 - Occupational Safety and Health for Emergency Services

1. History of occupational safety and health in industry and in emergency service organizations
2. Identification of safety problems
3. Review of national injury statistics
4. National, state, and private organizations
5. Regulations versus standards
6. Safety-related regulations and standards
7. Risk management
8. Safety program development and management
9. Employee fitness/wellness programs
10. Pre- and post-incident safety and management
11. Safety at fire emergencies, EMS emergencies, and specialized incidents
12. Personal roles

1. Describe the history of occupational health and safety. (1)
2. Identify occupational health and safety programs for industry and emergency services today. (1, 3, 4, 8)
3. Compare the difference between standards and regulations. (5, 6)
4. List and describe the components of risk identification, risk evaluation, and incident management. (7, 10, 11)
5. Describe the relevance for safety in the work place, including the importance of PPE. (2, 3, 7, 8, 12)
6. Apply the knowledge of an effective safety plan to pre-incident planning, response, and training activities. (8, 10, 11)
7. Explain the components of an accountability system in emergency service operations. (11, 12)
8. Discuss the need for, and the process used for, post-incident analysis. (10)
9. Describe the components and value of critical incident management programs. (8-10, 12)
10. Describe the responsibilities of individual responders, supervisors, Safety Officers, and Incident Commanders, safety program managers, safety committees, and fire department managers as they relate to health and safety programs. (12)
11. Describe the components of a wellness/fitness plan. (9)
12. Identify and analyze the major causes involved in line-of-duty firefighter deaths related to health, wellness, fitness, and vehicle operations. (2, 3, 7, 8, 12)

FSC 238 - Strategy and Tactics

1. Fire chemistry terms and concepts
2. Extinguishing equipment
3. Visual perception
4. Pre-planning
5. Size-up
6. Pre-fire planning
7. Concept/phases/methods/format
8. Occupancy classifications and building types
9. Basic divisions of tactics
10. Plan of operations
11. Rescue
12. Exposures
13. Confinement
     

1. Discuss fire behavior as it relates to strategies and tactics. (1,3,7,9,10)
2. Explain the main components of pre-fire planning and identify steps needed for a pre-fire plan review. (4,6,8)
3. Identify the basics of building construction and how they interrelate to pre-fire planning and strategy and tactics. (2,8-13)
4. Describe the steps taken during size-up. (3-5,10)
5. Examine the significance of fire ground communications. (9-11)
6. Identify the roles of the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and Incident Management System (ICS) as they relate to strategy and tactics. (2,5,10,11)
7. Discuss the various roles and responsibilities in ICS/NIMS. (9,10)
    

FSC 239 - Fire Department Company Officer

1. Organizational structure
2. Communications
3. The company as a group
4. Leadership as a group influence
5. Elements of management
6. Company motivation
7. Career counseling
8. Problem solving
9. Pre-incident surveys
10. Fireground management
11. Incident command and communications
12. Firefighter safety and health
13. Company officer liability

1. Describe a typical fire department's organizational structure.
2. Describe the functions and processes of the internal communications system.
3. Apply leadership and management strategies for effective individual and group performance.
4. Apply motivational strategies to individual and group performance.
5. Perform pre-incident surveys
6. Develop a plan for firefighter safety during regular job duties and emergencies.
7. Identify potential liability issues of the company officer and a plan to prevent occurrences.
8. Perform as the emergency scene commander.

FSC 240 - Principles of Fire and Emergency Service Administration

Description: Organization and management of a fire and emergency services department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis is placed on fire and emergency service, ethics, and leadership from the perspective of the company officer.

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Course Content:

1. Duties
2. National standards
3. Career opportunities, education and training
4. Span of control, delegation and division of labor
5. Unity of command/chain of command
6. Organizational structure and communication
7. Evaluation and appraisal of employees, rewards and motivation
8. Progressive system of discipline and grievance procedures
9. Theories and history of management and supervision
10. Managing resources for emergency and non-emergency
11. Management roles, responsibilities, styles, traits and effectiveness
12. Labor
13. Emergency management system
14. Records management

1. Identify career development opportunities and strategies for success. (3)
2. Recognize the need for effective communication skills, both written and verbal. (6)
3. Identify and explain the concepts of span and control, effective delegation, and division of labor. (1, 2, 4-6)
4. Select and implement the appropriate disciplinary action based upon an employee's conduct. (7, 8)
5. Explain the history of management and supervision methods and procedures. (9, 11)
6. Discuss the various levels of leadership, roles, and responsibilities within the organization. (1, 10, 11, 14)
7. Describe the traits of effective versus ineffective management styles. (9-11)
8. Identify the importance of ethics as it relates to fire and emergency services. (12, 14)
9. Identify the roles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Management System (ICS). (13)

FSC 241 - Building Construction for Fire Protection

1. The fire problem
2. Principles of construction
3. Wood construction
4. Typical building design and construction
5. Principles of fire resistance
6. Steel construction
7. Concrete construction
8. Flame spread
9. Smoke and fire containment
10. High rise construction

1. Describe building construction as it relates to firefighter safety, building codes, fire prevention, code inspection, firefighting strategy, and tactics. (1)
2. Classify major types of building construction in accordance with a local/model building code. (2)
3. Analyze hazards and tactical considerations associated with various types of building construction. (2-4,6,7,10)
4. Explain loads and stresses placed on a building and their interrelationships. (2,5,8)
5. Identify the function of principle structural components in typical building design. (1,2,5,8,9)
6. Differentiate between fire resistance and flame spread, and describe the testing procedures used to establish ratings for each. (1,2,5,8,9)
7. Classify occupancy designations of the building code. (1,5,8,9)
8. Identify indicators of potential structural failure as they relate to firefighter safety. (1,2,5,8,9)
9. Identify the role of GIS as it relates to building construction. (2,5)
    

FSC 296 - Internship: Fire Science

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

FSC 299 - Independent Study Fire Science

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

GEO 101 - World Geography West

1. Geographic traditions, terminology and methodology
2. Regional presentation of important human and physical locations
3. Major geographic qualities, characteristics and unifying elements of each region
4. Regional physiography and human adaptation to it
5. Regional economic, political, settlement, cultural, human and historical geographic distributions and qualities
6. Unique and/or significant regional issues or events
7. Significant characteristics, qualities and issues for individual countries or subregions
8. Current issues/events of global concern or impact

1. Describe the traditions of geography. (1) 
2. Cite the basic concepts in geographical study and analysis. (1,2)
3. Identify and discuss basic cultural differences within geographic regions and between regions. (3-5) 
4. Relate the physical geography of each region and its influences to human geography. (2-4)
5. Locate and evaluate geographical information from a variety of sources. (6-8) 
6. Integrate historical information with spatial distribution information of human phenomena. (5)
7. Apply spatial analysis skills to regional geographic distributions. (1,4)
8. Use locational analysis to explain natural and human geographical phenomena. (2,7) 
9. Critically analyze issues and synthesize information related to current regional trends. (6-8)
10. Identify significant physical and cultural geographical locations. (2-6)
11. Explain a personal connection to the global/international community in contemporary society. (8)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 1500 words of monitored writing.

GEO 102 - World Geography East

1. Geographic traditions, terminology and methodology
2. Regional presentation of important human and physical locations
3. Major geographic qualities, characteristics and unifying elements of each region
4. Regional physiography and human adaptation to it
5. Regional economic, political, settlement, cultural, human and historical geographic distributions and qualities
6. Unique and/or significant regional issues or events
7. Significant characteristics, qualities and issues for individual countries or subregions
8. Current issues/events of global concern or impact

1. Describe the traditions of geography. (1)
2. Cite the basic concepts in geographical study and analysis. (1,2)
3. Identify and discuss basic cultural differences within geographic regions and between regions. (3-5)
4. Relate the physical geography of each region and its influences to human geography. (2-4)
5. Locate and evaluate geographical information from a variety of sources. (6-8) 
6. Integrate historical information with spatial distribution information of human phenomena. (5) 
7. Apply spatial analysis skills to regional geographic distributions. (1,4) 
8. Use locational analysis to explain natural and human geographical phenomena. (2,7) 
9. Critically analyze issues and synthesize information related to current regional trends. (6-8)
10. Identify significant physical and cultural geographical locations. (2-6) 
11. Explain a personal connection to the global/international community in contemporary society. (8)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 1500 words of monitored writing.

GEO 103 - Introduction to Physical Geography

1. Physical geography tools and terminology
2. Earth's origins and energy systems
3. Atmospheric systems and weather
4. Climates and biomes
5. Earth history and geomorphology of landforms
6. Plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanism
7. Fluvial, marine, glacial and Aeolian landform processes
8. Human-environment interactions and environmental change

1. Employ tools of a geographer to test physical geography concepts. (1-8)
2. Diagram earth's energy and atmospheric systems, and summarize ocean-atmosphere interactions. (2,3)
3. Relate atmospheric processes, temperature patterns and moisture to weather and atmospheric disturbances. (2-4)
4. Classify climate zones and biomes and discuss climate anomalies. (4,8)
5. Use scientific theories to investigate earth's history, structure and surface landforms. (5-7) 
6. Describe the impact of fluvial, Aeolian, marine and glacial processes on landforms. (5,7)
7. Synthesize geographic theories and recent research on human-environment interactions. (1,3,4,6,8)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 1500 words of monitored writing.

GEO 105 - Introduction to Cultural Geography

1. Geographic principles
2. Population
3. Migration
4. Folk and popular culture
5. Language
6. Religion
7. Ethnicity
8. Political geography
9. Development
10. Agriculture
11. Industry
12. Services
13. Urban patterns
14. Resource issues

1. Outline the principle concepts of geographic study. (1)
2. Describe basic cultural differences among selected societies. (4-7)
3. Relate physical geography to cultural characteristics of regions.(2-6) 
4. Integrate historical information with spatial distribution information of cultural phenomena. (2,3,8) 
5. Identify and explain the spatial distribution of cultural phenomena.(3-8) 
6. Locate and evaluate information from a variety of sources.(1)
7. Explain a personal connection to the global/international community in contemporary society. (8) 
8. Critically analyze information related to current regional and global cultural issues. (1,8) 
9. Organize information from multiple sources into a unified presentation.(1) 
10. Describe relationships between distributions of different cultural phenomena.(9) 
11. Discuss key elements and concepts relating to selected cultural topics.(1) 

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 1500 words of monitored writing.

GEO 210 - Society and Environment

1. Physical environment, ecosystems, resource use, pollution & climate fluctuations
2. Causes and consequences of the population explosion & world hunger including the role of farming & sustainability
3. History of the environmental movement and modern environmentalism
4. Fundamentals of critical thinking as a skill and a process as it pertains to environmental and social issues
5. Critical thinking skills and reasoned arguments

1. Describe the concept of natural resources, their origin and their geographic patterns. (1,2)
2. Describe and use elements and aspects of the critical thinking process, including the examination of complex and conflicting ideas about the environment. (1-5)
3. Relate the causes and consequences of habitat degradation and pollution including modern and historical human activities. (1-5)
4. Describe and model the essential steps and concepts of critical thinking while evaluating environmental data and data sources, including socio-economic and temporal constraints, biases, implications and consequences. (1-5)
5. Analyze rehabilitation and mediation measures including environmentalism, recycling, composting and ecotourism. (2-5)
6. Explain sustainability and predict the impact of pollution and exploitation of resources on modern lifestyles and future populations. (2-5)
7. Apply critical thinking skills when assessing technical, social and individual issues in environment-society interactions. (2-5)
8. Explain how open-mindedness to new ideas is crucial to the development of critical thinking skills and that closure is not always achieved in intellectual discourse. (4-5)

GEO 212 - Introduction to Meteorology

1. Origin of the atmosphere, earth/sun relations and energy systems including the greenhouse effect
2. Atmospheric pressure, air pollution and local and regional wind patterns
3. Hydrologic cycle including humidity and stability of air masses and air-sea interactions
4. Clouds, precipitation, frontal systems and severe weather
5. Tropical and midlatitude systems including wave cyclones, tropical cyclones and tornadoes
6. Atmospheric circulation patterns & oscillations including monsoonal winds, El Nino & global circulation models
7. Global climate patterns, climate change and global warming
8. Meteorological methods and tools for weather monitoring, analysis and forecasting including remote sensing, observations and weather mapping

1. Describe the origin and structure of the earth and its atmosphere. (1, 7) 
2. Use scientific reasoning to explain the relationship between the earth and sun and how solar and terrestrial radiation affects temperature, air pressure and wind patterns. (1, 2, 7, 8)
3. Explain the role of heat, moisture and winds in generating clouds, precipitation and severe weather. (2-6, 8)
4. Model major atmospheric circulation systems and oscillations. (1-8)
5. Describe climatic regions and assess climate change predictions. (1-8) 
6. Interpret meteorological data to predict weather conditions. (1-8) 

GEO 296 - Internship: Geography

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

GEO 299 - Independent Study Geography

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

GLG 101 - Introduction to Geology I

1. The scientific method
2. Elemental composition of crust
3. Physical properties of minerals
4. Mineral keys and identification of common minerals
5. The rock cycle
6. Igneous rocks and igneous processes.
7. Weathering
8. Sedimentary rocks and sedimentary processes
9. Metamorphic rocks and metamorphic processes
10. Plate tectonics:
    1. development of theory
    2. plate boundaries
    3. implications for local/regional landscape development
    4. critical analysis of this theory in its historical context
11. Seismicity
12. Geologic structures and their development: folds and faults
13. Geologic time, including fundamental principles of historical geology
14. Maps: topographic and geologic
15. Critical analysis, synthesis, and expression of geologic data in a precise manner

1. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate physical and natural phenomena. (1-13)
   1. Describe and utilize the scientific method.
   2. Identify rocks and minerals and rock-forming processes.
   3. Describe fundamental geologic principles.
   4. Define common geologic terms.
2. Identify the unifying themes of the scientific field of study. (5-12)
   1. Recognize plate tectonics as the unifying theory for earth science.
   2. Describe the theory of plate tectonics, its historical development, and plate boundary interactions and their consequences.
   3. Predict outcomes of tectonic interactions.
3. Interpret the numerical and/or graphical presentation of scientific data, (1-15) 
   1. Identify, synthesize, interpret, and evaluate data associated with the discipline of physical geology.
   2. Draw conclusions from geologic data presented on graphs or charts regarding earth's interior, minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, seismicity, geologic time and geologic structures.
4. Use the tools and equipment necessary for basic scientific analysis and research. (3-5 and 14)
   1. Perform laboratory skills used to identify the physical properties of minerals and rocks.
   2. Use a rock/mineral key.
   3. Use topographic and geologic maps.
5. Record the results of investigation through writing. (15)

GLG 102 - Introduction to Geology II

1. Sedimentary rocks
2. Stratigraphy and sedimentation
3. Plate tectonics: plate boundaries; plate motions through time; implications for regional/global landscape development through time
4. Relative and absolute dating
5. Geologic time and the development of the geologic time scale
6. Evolution
7. Fossil organisms, including identifications, classification, and basic morphology
8. Geologic eras, periods, and epochs, particularly the details of North American continental development
9. Development of life from its beginnings to the present
10. Maps: geologic, paleogeographic, lithofacies, paleotectonic, and isopach
     

1. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate physical and natural phenomena. (1-3, 6, 7, 9)
   1. Recognize sedimentary rocks.
   2. Describe the development of life forms known from rocks, through time.
   3. Describe the effects of plate movements on the global landscape
   4. Identify basic fossils.
   5. Identify life forms through time.
2. Identify the unifying themes of the scientific field of study. (2-4, 6)
   1. Describe and utilize the principles of stratigraphy and sedimentation.
   2. Describe plate tectonics as the unifying theory for earth science.
   3. Identify and describe the principles of relative and absolute age-dating methods.
   4. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate and explain the major evidence for evolution and some of its potential consequences. 
3. Interpret the numerical and/or graphical presentation of scientific data. (3-8)
   1. Identify, synthesize, interpret, and evaluate data associated with the discipline of historical geology. 
   2. Draw conclusions from geologic data presented on graphs or charts regarding sedimentary rocks, stratigraphy, plate tectonics, age dating, geologic time, evolution and fossils.
4. Use the tools and equipment necessary for basic scientific analysis and research. (7, 10)
   1. Use maps: geologic, paleogeographic, lithofacies, paleotectonic, and isopach.
   2. Identify basic fossils.
5. Record the results of investigation through writing. (1-10)

GLG 110 - Environmental Geology

1. The role of population in environmental problems.
2. Basic geology, including rocks and minerals, plate tectonics, and basic surface processes
3. Earthquakes
4. Volcanism
5. Streams and flooding
6. Mass wasting and slope stability
7. Climate, as related to geology
8. Water as a resource
9. Soil
10. Mineral resources
11. Energy resources, including coal, oil, and natural gas
12. Alternative energy resources
13. Waste disposal
14. Water and air pollution

1. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate physical and natural phenomena. (1-13)
   1. Use scientific methods used to explain geological and environmental concepts and theories.
2. Identify the unifying themes of the scientific field of study. (1-13)
   1. Recognize the role of population in environmental issues.
   2. Identify and explain the causes and hazards of some natural geologic processes.
   3. Describe the role of natural resources in modern culture and the problems caused by their extraction and exploitation.
3. Interpret the numerical and/or graphical presentation of scientific data. (1-13)
   1. Identify, synthesize, interpret, and evaluate data associated with the discipline of environmental geology
   2. Draw conclusions from geologic data presented on graphs or charts regarding population, earthquakes, volcanoes, streams and flooding, mass wasting, atmospheric composition, natural resources (water, soil, mineral and energy), alternative energy, waste disposal and water pollution. 
4. Use the tools and equipment necessary for basic scientific analysis and research. (2)
   1. Perform basic laboratory skills to identify the physical properties of minerals and rocks.
   2. Use topographic maps.
5. Record the results of investigation through writing. (1-13)

GLG 132 - Topics in Regional Geology

1. Geographic introduction to the region
2. Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks
3. Local rocks and rock formations
4. Local structural geology
5. Plate tectonics
6. Geologic history

1. Describe the geography within and immediately surrounding the region of study.
2. Identify the rock types (igneous, sedimentary & metamorphic) and geologic formations present in the region of study.
3. Identify the types of geologic structures present in the region of study.
4. Place the region of study within a plate tectonic framework.
5. Describe the general geologic history of the region of study.

GLG 196 - Directed Research: Geology

1. Safety training relevant to the research area
2. Introduction to concepts and central themes in the research area
3. Methods of inquiry
4. Instrumental and laboratory methods and techniques
5. Data analysis and presentation
6. Written communication of research results
7. Oral communication of research results

1. Use the tools, equipment, and instrumentation relevant to the research area to gather scientific information. (1-4)
2. Maintain a permanent and timely record of research progress and results. (5-7)
3. Communicate the scope and detail of the project to others through written and verbal presentations. (6, and 7)

*There may be additional outcomes as appropriate to the specific research area. (1-7)
 
Required Assessment:

1. Professional laboratory notebook, including a log of research hours. Written, audio-visual, or verbal presentation of research outcomes.

GLG 296 - Internship: Geology

1. Organizational overview of assigned placement
2. Integration of job description and organization's requirements
3. Elements of documentation of experience
4. Planning and time management
5. Professional, legal, and ethical issues
6. Communication, critical thinking, and problem solving
7. Specialized equipment, tools, and software required in the placement

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors and professional ethics.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills in the professional workplace.
3. Define and utilize technical terms in written and oral communications.
4. Use critical thinking, problem solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing
5. Interpret written and oral instructions.
6. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.
7. Maintain documentation required to comply with government employer or nonprofit agency regulations.
8. Use specialized equipment, software, and tools as required.
9. Analyze and interpret data for specified reports.
10. Identify opportunities for improvement in process and documentation related to the workplace.
11. Articulate job description and position in assigned organization.

1. Record of Student Internship workplace hours.
2. Individual Education Plan (IEP) as approved by supervision faculty.
3. A daily journal, or work log of tasks, including dates, descriptive comments, problems and solutions.
4. A reflective paper or project as specified by the supervision faculty.
5. A minimum of two evaluations by the workplace employer or supervisor.
6. Student's self-evaluation of experience.

GLG 299 - Independent Study Geology

1. Applied knowledge and skills
2. Learning objectives and competencies relevant to the discipline area and the community service setting
3. Critical analysis of the service-learning experience
4. Effective leadership, interpersonal, and writing skills
5. Evaluation and improvement of performance

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills to a community-service setting.
2. Develop the individual educational plan with the faculty liaison and agency/business.
3. Accomplish the specific learning objectives and competencies.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and effective writing skills through discussions, a daily journal and an analytic paper.
5. Exhibit personal development and leadership foundation skills such as: acceptance of responsibility; self-confidence; respect for others and their views; social and interpersonal skills; initiative and follow-through.
6. Formulate a critical perception about civic responsibility, social problems, economic systems, cultural patterns, and policy issues.
7. Conduct a self-appraisal, evaluate the structured service-learning experience, and identify ways students may contribute to the local and regional needs of the community.

GST 100 - Apprentice Gunsmithing

1. Safety standards and liability
2. History, design, function and repair of rifle systems
3. History, design, function and repair of shotgun systems
4. Measuring instruments, hand and power tool operation
5. Metal finishes used on firearms

1. Operate firearms, machine shop and bluing equipment safely. (1)
2. Identify and repair various rifle and shotgun designs. (2)
3. Fabricate to specifications various projects using hand and power tools. (3,4)
4. Disassemble firearms, identify different metals, prepare parts, apply finishes, and reassemble firearms. (5)

GST 150 - Journeyman Gunsmithing

1. Turning, vertical milling, indexing and precision grinding
2. Modification and tuning of break action shotguns
3. Design, function and repair of pistols and revolvers
4. Stockmaking repairs and techniques

1. Operate various machine tools including the engine lathe vertical mill, precision grinder and dividing head. (1)
2. Maintain, repair and modify break action shotguns. (2)
3. Maintain, repair and diagnose a variety of handguns. (3)
4. Repair, install accessories, refinish, and epoxy bed an existing wood stock. (4)
    

GST 191 - Basic Engraving

1. Gravermeister machine
2. Design and draw scroll patterns
3. Completion of a rifle floorplate with basic scroll design

1. Operate and maintain the Gravermeister machine. (1)
2. Grind gravers from blank tool steel to perfect cutting edge, large onglet, small onglet and background gravers. (1)
3. Lay out and cut straight lines. (1)
4. Lay out and cut circular scroll lines. (1,2)
5. Draw scroll pattern with borders, cut and finish a practice plate as though it were a part to a firearm. (1,2)
6. Grey and highlight for contrast. (3)
7. Design, draw, cut and finish a rifle floorplate. (1-3)

GST 192 - Advanced Engraving

1. Advanced scroll patterns
2. Animal and bird patterns
3. Shading with lines only
4. Grinding of flat gravers
5. Background removal
6. NSculpture engraving on practice plate
7. NSculpture engraving on firearm part
8. Jigs and fixtures for holding work in the vise
9. Lettering

1. Design and execute more advanced interlocked scroll work on practice plate. (1)
2. Design and execute scroll and animal or bird scene on practice plate. (2)
3. Shade designs with cut lines only. (3)
4. Grind flat gravers to remove background material, large and small. (4)
5. Cut away background material in preparation for sculptured animal scenes. (5)
6. Design, execute and finish sculptured animal scene on practice plate. (6)
7. Design, execute and finish sculptured animal or bird scene on a rifle floor plate. (7)
8. Utilize jigs and fixtures for holding pieces in vise. (8)
9. Perform the art of lettering. (9)

GST 195A - Gunsmithing Practicum

Description: Laboratory and extended shop experience for students to develop skills in project planning, drawing and craftsmanship.

Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in GST 100  or GST 150 

 

Credits: 2
Lecture: 0
Lab: 6

Course Content:

1. Safety standards
2. Time management            
3. Project planning
4. Tools and material                         
5. Special tooling
6. Quality  control standards

1. Develop a work plan including a list of projects relative to 100-level gunsmithing courses and order the operations for each project. (1-3)
2. Draw working plans for each project. (4,5)
3. Summarize each project in a written report. (2,6)

GST 195B - Gunsmithing Practicum

1. Safety standards
2. Time management            
3. Project planning
4. Tools and material                         
5. Special tooling
6. Quality  control standards

1. Develop a work plan including a list of projects relative to 100-level gunsmithing courses and order the operations for each project. (1-3)
2. Draw working plans for each project. (4,5)
3. Summarize each project in a written report. (2,6)

GST 200 - Professional Gunsmithing

1. Action modifications and compensator theory
2. Assembly, fitting and tuning of aftermarket handgun components
3. Stockmaking from a semi-inlet and flat top stock bank
4. Advanced tooling operations for precision barreling and accurizing
    

1. Set up and operate various machine tools including the engine lathe and manual milling machine. (1,2,4)
2. Extensively customize pistols and revolvers. (1,2)
3. Complete a synthetic rifle stock from semi-inlet to a finished product. (3)
4. Safely install barrels on a variety of rifles using advanced methods. (1,4)
    

GST 250 - Master Gunsmithing

1. Industry standards
2. Demographics
3. Workplace ethics and performance standards
4. Presentation techniques including photographs and resumes
5. Advertising
6. Communication techniques and processes
7. Portfolio building
8. Documentation for business

1. Perform a broad variety of Gunsmithing tasks at or beyond levels or competency accepted in the industry. (1,3)
2. Communicate professionally with customer and vendors. (3,6)
3. Develop a business plan, complete with demographics, suitable for a small business loan application. (2,4,8)
4. Develop an accurate price list for performing technical services. (8)
5. Develop marketing tools such as brochures and ads. (5)
6. Present a portfolio including photos and finished work. (4,7)

GST 270 - Guild Firearms

1. Operation of hand and machine tools
2. Machining on rifled and smoothbore barrels
3. Custom stock alterations
4. Fitting and installation of custom firearm accessories
5. Tightening and tuning of rifle, shotgun and handgun mechanisms
6. Guild membership

1. Safely operate hand and machine tools needed to create guild quality firearms. (1)
2. Design and machine custom rifle, handgun and shotgun barrels. (2)
3. Oil bend, install skeleton buttplates and grip caps on a custom wood stock. (3)
4. Install adjustable comb and length of pull hardware. (4)
5. Fine tune feeding on rifles converted to a different cartridge. (5)
6. Tighten loose bolting on break action shotguns. (5)
7. Build a guild quality handgun or rifle worthy of guild acceptance. (6)

GST 280 - Competition Firearms

1. Operation of hand and machine tools
2. Machining on rifled and smoothbore barrels
3. Custom stock alterations
4. Fitting and installation of custom firearm accessories
5. Tightening and tuning of rifle, shotgun and handgun mechanisms
6. Application of metallic sights and optics
7. Operation of a custom firearms business

1. Safely operate hand and machine tools needed to build competitve firearms. (1)
2. Design and machine custom rifle, handgun and shotgun barrels. (2)
3. Modify a wood or fiberglass stock to meet customer specifications. (3)
4. Install adjustable comb and length of pull hardware. (4)
5. Modify, smooth and tune firearm mechanisms for reliable operation. (5)
6. Identify and choose the correct sights and mounts for a given application. (6)
7. Balance quality, speed and price in a custom gunshop. (7)