2009 - 2010 College Catalog - South Texas College

SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGEAccreditationSouth Texas College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Collegesand Schools to award the Baccalaureate and Associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Collegesat 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about theaccreditation of South Texas College.AffiliationsNATIONAL/REGIONAL●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●Alliance for Community College InnovationAmerican Association of Collegiate Registrars andAdmissions officersAmerican Association of Community CollegesAmerican Association of Community College TrusteesAmerican Occupational Therapy AssociationAmerican Health Information Management AssociationAmerican Physical Therapy Association’s Commissionon Accreditation in Physical TherapyAmerican Registry of Radiologic TechnologistsAssociation of Collegiate Business Schoolsand Programs (ACBSP)Association on Higher Education and DisabilityAssociation of International EducatorsBoard of Vocational Nurse ExaminersCommittee on Accreditation for Respiratory CareCommunity College Baccalaureate AssociationHispanic Association of Colleges and UniversitiesInternational Association of GM-ASEP SchoolsInternational Conference on Teaching and LeadershipExcellence (NISOD)Junior/College Student Personnel Association of TexasLeague for Innovation of the Community CollegeNational Association of College and UniversityBusiness OfficersNational Association of Colleges and EmployersNational Association for Developmental EducationNational Association of Student Financial AidAdministratorsNational Automotive Technicians EducationFoundation (NATEF)National Coalition of Advanced Technology CentersNational Community College Hispanic CouncilNational Institute for Staff and Organization DevelopmentNational Organization of Associate Degree NursingNational Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. (NIMS)North American Council for Staff, Program andOrganizational Development (NCPSOD)●●●●●●South Western Association of Student Financial AidAdministratorsSouthern Association of College and UniversityBusiness officersSouthern Association of Collegiate Registrars andAdmissions officersThe Instructional Technology CouncilThe Sloan ConsortiumUnited States Distance Learning AssociationSTATE●Association of Texas Colleges and Universities●Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas●South Texas Association of Registrars and AdmissionsOfficers●STARLINK●Texas Association for College Admission Counseling●Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education●Texas Association of College Technical Educators●Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars andAdmissions officers●Texas Association of Community Colleges●Texas Association of Community College Trusteesand Administrators●Texas Association of School Boards●Texas Association of Student Financial AidAdministrators●Texas Counseling Association●Texas Community College Teachers Association●Texas Distance Learning Association●Texas Organization of Associate Degree Nursing●The Virtual College of TexasLOCAL●Asociación Regional de Maquiladoras de Reynosa, S.A.●Hidalgo County Library System●McAllen Chamber of Commerce●South Texas Manufacturers’ Association●Tech Prep of the Rio Grande Valley●Weslaco Area Chamber of CommerceCatalog 2009-2010Vol. 13 No. 1Effective September 1, 2009Published by South Texas College office of Public Relations and MarketingP.O. Box 9701, McAllen, TX 78502-9701(956) 872-8302This catalog is a general information publication only. It is not intended to, nor does it contain, all regulations that relate to students. Theprovisions of this catalog do not constitute a contract, express or implied, between any applicant, student or faculty member and SouthTexas College. The College reserves the right to withdraw courses at any time, to change fees and tuition, calendar, curriculum, degreerequirements, graduation procedures, and any other requirements affecting students. Changes will become effective whenever enactedby the College’s administration and will apply to both prospective students and those already enrolled. jls/lc.www.southtexascollege.edu1

STC Strategic Directions and OutcomesStudent Learning1. South Texas College commits to studentlearning as the foundation of student successthrough excellence in teaching and service,faculty and staff empowerment, professionaldevelopment, and accountability.Intended Outcomes• Make student learning the primary purpose andintended outcome of all college activities.• Make student learning the role and responsibility of allstakeholders: students, faculty and staff at every levelof the institution.• Foster student engagement through an understandingof diverse student needs and preferences.• Offer instructional programs of the highest quality.• Provide exemplary, state-of-the-art services, facilities,and information technologies that support studentlearning.• Empower faculty and staff for greater achievementthrough systematic and intensive professionaldevelopment.• Proudly and publicly measure success at everylevel of the organization.• Allocate budgets, staffing, and resources with aninstitutional commitment to student learning.Accessibility & Success2. South Texas College proudly providesopportunities to all students with highexpectations for their success.Intended Outcomes• Collaborate with K-12 institutions to provide a seamlesstransition from high school to college.• Educate internal and external communities about STC’shigh expectations for student success.• Create high-tech and high-touch pathways to empowerstudents to actively participate in their own success.• Build a greater understanding and appreciation of thecommunity college philosophy of open accessthroughout the region.• Ensure a full array of options for continuing education,workforce skills development, and life-long learning.• Deliver distance education through a comprehensiveand full-service virtual campus.• Identify and showcase examples of student success.College-Going Culture3. South Texas College leads the transformationof the region to a “college-going” culturewhereby attending and completing highereducation is expected for all.Intended Outcomes• Collaborate with K-12 to improve high school graduationrates, college readiness, and enrollment in highereducation.• Develop vertical and horizontal curriculum alignmentexchanges and integrations with K-12 and otherinstitutions of higher education.• Lead the development and collaboration of familyoutreach programs to promote the expectation of goingto college.• Identify and target new markets and untapped studentpopulations.• Significantly improve student learning and studentsuccess benchmarks, including student participation,persistence and graduation/transfer rates.• Expand initiatives throughout the college to identify andeliminate barriers to course and program completion.• Strengthen collaborations with institutions of highereducation to set career paths and academicarticulations for STC graduates wishing to pursuebaccalaureate and post-baccalaureate degrees.Regional Prosperity4. South Texas College serves as the catalyst forregional economic prosperity and socialmobility.Intended Outcomes• Continually adapt programs and services to effectivelymeet changing community and regional needs andexpectations.• Transform the regional economy through rapidresponse, workforce training, and resourcefulpartnerships in order to compete in evolving andemerging global markets.• Lead community efforts to capture emerging economicopportunities.• Identify and obtain new and additional funding sourcesto support the continued expansion and developmentof the college.• Keep tuition, fees and related costs of higher educationaffordable for students.• Expand marketable skills, awards, certificate,associate, and baccalaureate program offerings with acommunity college philosophy of regional focus.• Serve as resident experts for our community in allareas of academia, industry, and service.Model Professionalism5. South Texas College models professionalismthrough integrity, mutual respect,civility, trust, and collaboration.Intended Outcomes• Set guidelines for institutionally defined expectations ofprofessional, productive, team-oriented behavior.• Establish and communicate policies and procedures toreinforce professional behavior.• Foster a respectful, professional, and secure environment.• Model sound leadership principles and supervisorypractices that promote professional behavior andperformance.• Empower employees to make appropriate and timelydecisions.• Empower faculty and staff to achieve high standardsof professionalism through effective professionaldevelopment.• Engage in inter- departmental partnerships and crossfunctional teams to eliminate silos and facilitate studentsuccess.• Adhere to the highest ethical standards through aninstitutional commitment to personal and professionalintegrity.Champion Excellence6. South Texas College champions a culture ofexcellence based on evidence.Intended Outcomes• Develop a locally and nationally recognized programfor effective performance-based leadership.• Validate excellence through accreditations, externalawards, recognitions, and publications.• Improve student performance through new andestablished benchmarks.• Actively recruit, reward and retain the best facultyand staff.• Generate and utilize relevant, timely, and accurate datato implement, evaluate, and continuously improvestudent learning and student success initiatives.• Share sustainable, model initiatives with local, national,and global colleagues.• Strengthen methods for effective planning, evaluation,and assessment.• Achieve regional and national recognition for theimplementation and use of information technology insupport of student success.• Demonstrate excellence in fiscal responsibility andaccountability to the public.3

South Texas College Sites123Pecan Campus3201 W. Pecan Blvd.Mcallen, TX 78501956-872-8311Technology Campus3700 W. Military Hwy.McAllen, TX 78501956-872-6100Nursing & AlliedHealth Campus1101 E. VermontMcAllen, TX 78501956-872-310045Starr CountyCampus142 FM 3167Rio Grande City, TX 78582956-488-8181Mid-Valley Campus400 N. BorderWeslaco, TX 78596956-447-6600South Texas CC AreaSouth Texas CollegeTexasMEXICOStarrHidalgo4www.southtexascollege.edu

CreationSouth Texas College was created on September 1, 1993, by Texas Senate Bill 251 toserve Hidalgo and Starr counties. It was the only community college in Texas to have beenestablished by the Texas Legislature. A confirmation election, held on August 12, 1995,established a taxing district for the college. Seven districts, based on population, were alsoapproved for single-member representation on the Board of Trustees. A community leaderfrom each of the seven districts was originally appointed by Governor Ann Richards to serveon the founding Board of Trustees. Since then, an election process has been establishedand all board members are elected for six year terms.In December of 2004, South Texas College was awarded membership from the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges as a Level II-BaccalaureateDegree granting institution to offer the Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree. Today, thecollege offers two Bachelor of Applied Technology degrees, one in Technology Managementand one in Computer and Information Technologies.South Texas College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools to award the Baccalaureate and Associate degrees.Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of South Texas College.South Texas College's offerings are approved by the Texas Higher Education CoordinatingBoard. It is also approved for veteran’s educational training in Certificate and Associate ofApplied Science Degree programs by the Texas Education Agency.An enrollment of 1,000 students in 1993 has increased to more than 22,000 in 2009.Statement of Equal OpportunityNo person shall be excluded from participation in, denied thebenefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program oractivity sponsored or conducted by South Texas College on thebasis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteranstatus, or disability.Rights of Individuals with DisabilitiesSouth Texas College complies with Section 504 of theRehabilitation Act of 1973 and with the Americans withDisabilities Act of 1990, and does not discriminate on the basisof a disability in the areas of admission, accessibility, treatment,and employment. Individuals with disabilities, as defined underthe law, who are otherwise qualified to meet the institution'sacademic and employment requirements will be provided withservices and resources accordingly. Students and employeesmust submit the appropriate documentation of the disabilityby a qualified professional whose license or credentials areappropriate to diagnose. For students with disabilities, reasonableaccommodations are made to allow the individual studentto be successful at STC. Accommodations are provided forthose students who submit the documentation of the disabilityby a qualified professional whose license or credentials areappropriate to diagnose the disability. STC supports efforts inmaking the campus more accessible and encourages individualswith disabilities to participate in all activities. Students seekingassistance should contact the office of Student Support Services.Employees should contact the Human Resources Department.Statement on Alcoholic Beverages, Tobacco,Firearms and Other SubstancesIn compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and CommunitiesAct Amendment of 1989 (Public Law 101-226) and TexasHouse Resolution 2253 and Senate Resolution 645 (passed in1987), South Texas College forbids the unlawful manufacture,possession, sale, use or distribution of illegal drugs and alcoholicbeverages at on-and off-campus college-sponsored events.Each of these statutes requires colleges and universities toclearly inform students that no illegal drugs (including unlawfulpossession of alcohol) will be allowed on campus (inside buildingsand on campus property), and that students who are found guiltyof such violation(s) will be penalized.STC also prohibits smoking and the use of tobaccoproducts in all college buildings. Violators of this policymay be subject to disciplinary action. Students seekingassistance or educational materials about alcohol, drugs,tobacco or other substances should contact the office ofStudent Support Services. Additionally, in accordancewith the Texas Penal Code, 46.03 (Concealed HandgunBill), no person may carry a firearm on the campus ofan educational institution. Violators will be penalized.Sexual Harassment PolicySexual harassment in the workplace and schools is an illegalPractice under Section 703 of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Actas amended, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.South Texas College complies with Section 703 of Title VII of the1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended, and Title IX of the EducationAmendments of 1972. Sexual harassment of employees orstudents at South Texas College is strictly forbidden and will notbe tolerated in any division, department, or any work unit by anyemployee or student.Any employee or student who is found to have engaged in suchconduct shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, upto and including dismissal or suspension. This policy shall beapplied without regard to the gender of the employee involved.Smoke/Tobacco Free EnvironmentSouth Texas College, including all its facilities and grounds, is asmoke/tobacco free environment except in designated smoking/tobacco use areas and parking lots.Persons violating this policy shall be subject to appropriatedisciplinary action.5

Accreditation...................................................... 1Affiliations........................................................... 1The Vision, Purpose, Core Values, GuidingPrinciples, and Strategic DirectionsConstitute the Comprehensive Missionfor South Texas College.............................. 2-3STC sites and phone numbers........................... 4Creation.............................................................. 5Statement of Equal Opportunity......................... 5Rights of Individuals with Disabilities................. 5Statement on Alcoholic Beverages,Tobacco, Firearms and Other Substances........ 5Sexual Harassment Policy................................. 5Smoke/Tobacco Free......................................... 5Table of Contents............................................ 6-8A Message from the President........................... 9Board of Trustees........................................ 10-11Academic Calendar 2009-2010................... 12-13ADMISSIONS GUIDELINES ...... 14Requirements..........................................15High School Graduation........................................ 15Examination.......................................................... 15Individual Approval................................................ 15Transfer from Another College.............................. 15Dual Enrollment..................................................... 16International Student............................................. 16Selective Programs.................................16Bachelor Degree Programs................................... 16Bachelor of Applied Technology....................... 16Certificate and Associate Degrees ....................... 16Nursing and Allied Health................................. 16Alternative Exams and MandatoryPlacement Testing...............................18Who must take an alternative assessmentexam? ............................................................... 18Who does not have to take an alternativeassessment test?............................................... 18When must a student take an alternativeassessment exam?............................................ 19Registration for the Accuplacer exam................... 19Registration for the THEA exam............................ 19Payment for the THEA exam................................. 19Taking an alternative assessment examinationto fulfill STC placement standards...................... 19Accuplacer exam................................................... 19Payment for the Accuplacer exam........................ 20The THEA exam.................................................... 20Testing Time Provided........................................... 20Mandatory Participation........................................ 20Dropping or Withdrawing fromDevelopmental Coursework............................... 20TSI Exemption Scores..............................21Academic and DevelopmentalPlacement Scores................................21Admission Proceduresand Checklist......................................22Auditing a Class......................................22Tech Prep/AdvancedTechnical Credit (ATC).........................22Dual Enrollment......................................23Student Records.....................................23Change of Address................................................ 23Change of Major.................................................... 23Confidentiality of Records..................................... 23Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act........... 23Directory Information............................................. 23Review of Records ............................................... 246Table of ContentsResident Status for Students...................24TUITION AND FEES ................ 26Tuition Fiscal Year 2009-2010.................27In-District Tuition................................................... 27Out-of-District Tuition............................................ 27Non-Resident Tuition............................................. 27Fees 2009-2010 Academic Year..............28Financial Information..............................29Special Courses.................................................... 29Financial Obligations/Admittance to Class............ 29Registration........................................................... 29Payments.............................................................. 29Insufficient Funds, Stop Paymentand Other Returned Checks.............................. 29Schedule Changes (Adding andDropping Courses)............................................. 29Installment Payments............................................ 29Emergency Loan Program ................................... 30Third Party Contracts and Scholarships................ 30Concurrent Enrollment Fees................................. 30Refunds..................................................30Tuition Refunds..................................................... 30Incidental Fees...................................................... 31Bookstore Refunds................................................ 31Highlights for Tax Benefitsfor Higher Education...........................32SCHOLASTIC REGULATIONS.... 33Academic Information.............................34Transfer of Credit to STC...................................... 34Transfer of Credit from STC.................................. 34Transcripts from Other Institutions........................ 34Transfer Disputes ................................................. 34Orientation 101 (College Success)....................... 34Change of Schedule.............................................. 35Withdrawal from Semester Credit Courses.............. 35Course Load.......................................................... 35Basic Skills Test..................................................... 35Academic Transferable Courses......................36-38Credit by Examination........................................... 39College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB)...39College Level Examination Program (CLEP)... 39Grading System ......................................40Scholastic Progress Standards................41Developmental Studies Program.......................... 42Student Absences on Religious Holy Days.............42Attendance Policy ..................................42Student Code of Conduct.........................42Academic Honors....................................43Honors Program.................................................... 43Admission Requirements................................. 43Continuing Eligibility Standards........................ 43Curriculum Structure........................................ 43Honor Program Graduates.................................... 44Honor Graduates................................................... 44Phi Theta Kappa International HonorSociety Beta Epsilon Mu Chapter...................... 44Valley Scholars Program....................................... 44Presidential Inspirational Achievement Award....... 44President's Honor List........................................... 44Vice President's Honor List................................... 44Educational Programs.............................45Certificate Programs............................................. 45Associate of Applied Science Degree................... 45Transfer Programs..................................45Baccalaureate Programs ...................................... 45Associate of Arts Degree....................................... 45Associate of Science Degree................................ 45Graduate Guarantee................................46

Graduation Requirements........................46Course Substitutions............................................. 46Graduation Ceremony and Application................. 46Bachelor of Applied Technology ........................... 47Associate of Arts Degree....................................... 47Associate of Science Degree................................ 47Associate of Applied Science Degree................... 47Certificate of Completion....................................... 47SUPPORT SERVICES............... 49Student Support Services Programs.........49Counseling Services............................................. 49Individual and Group Counseling.......................... 49Academic Counseling...................................... 49Career Counseling and Transfer Assistance.... 49Personal Counseling........................................ 49Special topic Presentations, Workshops andNational Mental Health Screenings............. 49Providing Academic Supportto Students (PASS)...................................... 49disABILITY Services............................................. 50Academic Advisement........................................... 50Retention Specialist......................................... 50Special Programs.................................................. 50Upward Bound and GEAR UP......................... 50Student I.D. Cards...................................51Health Services.......................................51Students Rights and Responsibilities........51Official Statement Relating to Studentswith Contagious Diseases....................51Clinical Requirements of the Nursingand Allied Health Programs.................52Immunization Requirements....................52Bacterial Meningitis................................52Voluntary Student Health Insurance.........53Financial Aid...........................................53General Information.............................................. 53Student Eligibility.............................................. 53Financial Need................................................. 53Dependency Status.......................................... 54Applying - FAFSA and Renewal FAFSA................ 54The Free Application for FAFSA....................... 54Renewal FAFSA............................................... 54Ways to Submit a FAFSA Application to theU.S. Department of Education........................... 54By Mail............................................................. 54Through the WEB............................................. 55When do I apply?.................................................. 55Application Submission Deadlines........................ 55What happens after I apply? ................................ 55Applications which are questioned by theU.S. Department of Education ........................ 55Verification............................................................. 55Selection of Students for Verification .............. 55If Document is Not on Time ............................. 56Acceptable Documentation ............................. 56Notification of Completion of Verification ......... 56Conflicting Information .................................... 56Professional Judgment.......................................... 56Dependency Overrides ................................... 56Professional Judgement/Cost of Attendance Appeals......................... 56Professional Judgment/Income Adjustment .... 56Frequently Requested Telephonenumbers and websites................................. 57Federal Pell Grants............................................... 57What is a Federal Pell Grant?.......................... 57How do I qualify?.............................................. 57Attendance ...................................................... 58How much money can I get?............................ 58How will I be paid?........................................... 58Table of ContentsCan I receive a Federal Pell Grant if I amenrolled less than half time?........................ 58Federal Student Loans.......................................... 58College Access Loans........................................... 59Campus-Based Programs..................................... 59Federal Supplemental EducationalOpportunity Grants...................................... 59What is a Federal SupplementalEducational Opportunity Grant?........ 59What is the difference between theFSEOG and Federal Pell Grant? ...... 59How much money can I get? ............ 59How will I be paid? ........................... 59Federal Work-Study......................................... 59What is Federal Work-Study? ........... 59How much will I make? ..................... 59How much will I be paid? .................. 59Are Federal Work-Study jobon or off campus?........................ 59Can I work as manyhours as I want?........................... 59What are the requirements under theFederal Work Study program?..... 60Federal AcademicCompetitiveness Grant................................ 60What is an Academic CompetitivenessGrant ACG?................................................. 60How much will I get?........................................ 60Do I have to pay the ACG grant back?............. 60How will I get paid?.......................................... 60How will I be notified that I am eligible?........... 60Federal National Science and MathematicsAccess to Retain Talent Grant..................... 60State Aid Programs............................................... 61Grants and Scholarships ................................. 61Educational Aide Exemption Program ............. 61Toward Excellence, Access, and Success(TEXAS) Grant Program............................. 62Texas Educational Opportunity Grant (TEOG)...63Texas Public Educational Grant (TPEG).......... 63Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership(LEAP) Special Leveraging EducationalAssistance Partnership (SLEAP)................. 63Professional and Vocational NursingScholarship Program................................... 64Early High School Graduation Scholarships.... 64State Aid for Foreign Students.............................. 64Texas Work-Study Program.................................. 65Tuition and/or Fee Exemptions............................. 65Hazelwood Exemption..................................... 65For Highest Ranking High School Graduates.. 66Blind, Deaf StudentsTuition Waiver Exemption............................ 66What is a Children of Disabled or DeceasedFireman, Peace Officer, Game Wardens,and Employees of Correctional InstitutionsExemption.................................................... 66What is the exemption for children of U.S.Military who are Mission in Action orPrisoners of War (MIA/POW's)?.................. 67Fire Fighters Enrolled in Fire Science Courses.... 67Foster Care Students Tuition Waiver............... 67TANF Students................................................. 68Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan(formerly Texas tomorrow Fund).................. 68Other Assistance Programs.................................. 68Scholarships..................................................... 68South Texas Academic Rising Scholars........... 69Valley Scholars................................................. 69National Hispanic Scholarship Fund................ 69Veteran's Educational Benefits......................... 69Department of Assistive andRehabilitative Services (DARS)................... 69Workforce Investment Act (WIA)Workforce Solutions .................................... 697

Valley Initiative for Developmentand Advancement (VIDA)............................ 70AmeriCorps...................................................... 71VAMOS (Valley Alliance of Mentors forOpportunities and Scholarships).................. 71Tax Benefits for Higher Education......................... 71HOPE Scholarship........................................... 71Lifetime Learning tax credit.............................. 71Satisfactory Academic Progress........................... 71Financial Aid Satisfactory AcademicProgress Policy............................................ 71Qualitative Standard......................................... 71Quantitative Standard...................................... 72Appeals Process................................................... 72Additional Information........................................... 73Federal Return of Title IV Funds Policy................. 73Developmental Coursework Limitation.................. 75Campus Parking .....................................76Campus Security.....................................77Student Life............................................77Student Activities................................................... 77Campus Programming Board................................ 77Student Organizations........................................... 77First-Year Experience............................................ 77Student Leadership Center................................... 77Student Government Association.......................... 78Student Leadership Academy............................... 78PEERS Mentoring Program.................................. 78Intramural Sports and Wellness Programming..... 78Judicial Affairs....................................................... 78Conflict Resolution Center.................................... 78Job Placement...................................................... 78Library Services......................................78Centers for Learning Excellence...............79Alumni and Friends.................................79Outreach................................................79Student Informationand Welcome Centers...........................79Distance Education ................................80Research and Analytical Services.............80Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment...80Continuing, Professionaland Workforce Education ....................81CURRICULUM......................... 82Core Curriculum.................................................... 83Humanities Elective Options................................. 87Baccalaureate Degrees.... 88Computer and Information Technologies .............. 89Technology Management ..................................... 93CERTIFICATE ANDASSOCIATE DEGREES.............. 97Table of ContentsElectronic and ComputerMaintenance Technology ...................... 133Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioningand Refrigeration Technology................ 138Human Resources .................................... 140Manufacturing Technology......................... 142Paralegal ................................................... 144Plumber Assistant...................................... 145Division of Liberal Artsand Social Sciences...........................146American Sign Languageand Interpreter Studies.......................... 148Anthropology.............................................. 151Child Development.................................... 152Communication.......................................... 155Criminal Justice......................................... 156Drama........................................................ 158Education. ................................................. 159English....................................................... 163Fine Arts..................................................... 164History........................................................ 168Interdisciplinary Studies............................. 170Kinesiology................................................ 171Language and Cultural Studies................. 173Mexican-American Studies........................ 178Philosophy................................................. 179Political Science (Government)................. 180Psychology................................................ 181Social Work................................................ 182Sociology................................................... 183Division of Math and Science ................184Biology....................................................... 185Chemistry................................................... 186Computer Science..................................... 187Engineering................................................ 190Mathematics.............................................. 192Physics...................................................... 193Pre-Pharmacy............................................ 197Division of Nursing and Allied Health......196Associate Degree Nursing......................... 197Emergency Medical Technology................ 203Health and MedicalAdministrative Services......................... 206Medical Assistant Technology.................... 209Occupational Therapy Assistant.................211Patient Care Assistant............................... 213Pharmacy Technology............................... 214Physical Therapist Assistant...................... 217Radiologic Technology............................... 219Respiratory Therapy.................................. 221Vocational Nursing..................................... 223Division of Business and Technology........98Administrative Office Careers ................... 100Automotive Technology ............................. 103Business Administration............................. 106Business Computer Systems......................114Combination Welding................................. 122Computer Aided Drafting and Design........ 123Culinary Arts.............................................. 128Diesel Technology ..................................... 130Electrician Assistant .................................. 132COURSE DESCRIPTIONS........ 225ADMINISTRATORSAND FACULTY....................... 292INDEX ............................. 3088

A Message from the PresidentSouth Texas College was established to serve the people ofHidalgo and Starr counties and has successfully done so for thepast 15 years. You will find South Texas College convenientlylocated near your home with campuses in McAllen, Weslaco,and Rio Grande City. There are currently five campuses tochoose from, and you will not have to travel far for a qualityand affordable education. All campuses are convenientlyaccessible to you and affordable in these challenging economictimes.As you browse through the catalog, you will find that STCoffers more than 100 degree and certificate options for yourconsideration including two Bachelor of Applied TechnologyDegrees; one in Technology Management and one in Computerand Information Technologies. South Texas College offersAssociate of Arts degrees, Associate of Arts in Teaching,Associate of Science degrees, and Associate of Applied Science degrees. The College alsooffers numerous certificate options for direct entry into the workforce.If you find that your current lifestyle keeps you from attending classes on campus, STC’s DistanceEducation Program is available for you to take courses from the comfort of your home. You canselect from eight degrees available online.For those life-long learners who wish to simply refresh their current skills or acquire new skills,you can enroll in one of the College’s many continuing and professional education classes.South Texas College also has workforce training available through its Partnership for Businessand Industry Training. Here you will receive first-class, customized training in response to theworkforce needs of businesses and industries in our area.To help you get started, South Texas College’s Student Affairs and Enrollment ManagementDivision offers a wide array of services including advisement, counseling, dual enrollment, financialaid, a Student DisABILITIES Program, and student life, just to name a few.I am confident you will find South Texas College is the best choice for higher education andcareer preparation. The information is within your fingertips. You can learn more at http://www.southtexascollege.edu. I look forward to seeing you among the thousands of students who walkthrough our doors every semester.Shirley A. Reed, M.B.A., Ed.D.President9

Board of TrusteesOfficersMIKE ALLENChairFormer President and CEOof McAllen Economic Development CorporationDistrict 3Representing South McAllen, Southwest Pharr,Hidalgo, Sharyland, Southeast Missionand GranjenoTerm May 2004-2010GARY GURWITZVice ChairManaging Partner, Atlas & Hall, L.L.P.,McAllenDistrict 4Representing North McAllen,Northwest Pharr, Palmhurstand Northeast MissionTerm May 2004-2010VACANTSecretaryDistrict 1Representing Starr County10

Board of TrusteesMembersROY DE LEÓNMemberVice President BBVA Compass, WeslacoDistrict 7Representing Northeast Hidalgo County,Edcouch-Elsa, La Villa, North Mercedes,Northeast Alamo, Northeast Edinburg and HargillTerm May 2008-2014OSCAR LONGORIA, JR.MemberAttorneyDistrict 2Representing La Joya, Western Mission,Palmview, Sullivan City, Penitasand Western AltonTerm May 2009-2012DR. ALEJO SALINAS, JR.MemberClinical Lecturer,University of Texas-Pan AmericanRetired Superintendent,Superintendent Emeritus, Hidalgo ISDDistrict 5Representing Edinburg, North San Juan,Northeast Pharr and Northwest Hidalgo CountyTerm May 2008-2014JESSE VILLARREALMemberParent Specialist, Weslaco ISDDistrict 6Representing Donna, South Alamo,South San Juan, South Pharr,South Weslaco and ProgresoTerm May 2006-201211

ACADEMIC CALENDAR2009-2010FALL 2009(Aug. 31 - Dec. 19, 2009)August 20 (Thursday)New Faculty Start Date-New FacultyOrientationAugust 21 (Friday)New Faculty Service tourAugust 24 (Monday)Faculty Return-Division/DepartmentMeetingsAugust 25-27 (Tuesday-Thursday)Faculty Preparation DaysAugust 28 (Friday)All Faculty Professional DevelopmentAugust 29 (Saturday)Adjunct Faculty ProfessionalDevelopment DayAugust 31 (Monday)Classes BeginSeptember 7 (Monday)College Closed-Labor DaySeptember 16 (Wednesday)Twelfth Class DaySeptember 25 (Friday)College Closed for College-wideProfessional Development DayNovember 20 (Friday)Last Day to WithdrawNovember 26-29 (Thursday-Sunday)College Closed-Thanksgiving HolidayDecember 14-19 (Monday-Saturday)FinalsDecember 21 (Monday)Last Day to Submit GradesDecember 21-January 5(Monday-Tuesday)College Closed-Winter BreakSPRING 2010(Jan. 19 - May 14, 2010)January 6 (Wednesday)College Opens-Staff ReturnsJanuary 11 (Monday)Faculty Return-Division/DepartmentMeetingsJanuary 12 (Tuesday)New Faculty/Staff OrientationJanuary 13-14 (Wednesday-Thursday)Faculty Preparation DayJanuary 15 (Friday)All Faculty Professional DevelopmentJanuary 16 (Saturday)Adjunct Faculty ProfessionalDevelopment DayJanuary 18 (Monday)College Closed-Martin Luther King DayJanuary 19 (Tuesday)Classes BeginFebruary 3 (Wednesday)Twelfth Class DayFebruary 12 (Friday)College Closed for College-wideProfessional Development DayMarch 15-21 (Monday-Sunday)College Closed-Spring BreakApril 1-4 (Thursday-Sunday)College Closed-Semester BreakApril 20 (Tuesday)Last Day to WithdrawMay 8-14 (Saturday-Friday)FinalsMay 15 (Saturday)GraduationMay 17 (Monday)Last Day to Submit Gradeswww.southtexascollege.edu12

ACADEMIC CALENDAR2009-2010SUMMER SESSION I(June 7 - July 8, 2010)May 31 (Monday)College Closed-Memorial Day ObservedJune 1–4 (Tuesday-Friday)Final registration datesfor Summer I, II, IIIJune 7 (Monday)Classes BeginJune 10 (Thursday)Fourth Class DayJune 30 (Wednesday)Last Day to WithdrawJuly 5 (Monday)College Closed-Independence DayObservedJuly 8 (Thursday)Classes End/FinalsSUMMER SESSION III(June 7 - Aug. 11, 2010)June 1–4 (Tuesday-Friday)Registration for summer I, II, IIIJune 7 (Monday)Classes BeginJune 15 (Tuesday)Seventh Class DayJuly 5 (Monday)College Closed-Independence DayObservedJuly 27 (Tuesday)Last Day to WithdrawAugust 11 (Wednesday)Classes End/FinalsAugust 13 (Friday)Last Day to Submit GradesJuly 9 (Friday)Last day to submit gradesSUMMER SESSION II(July 12 - Aug. 11, 2010)July 6–9 (Tuesday-Friday)Final registration dates for Summer IIJuly 12 (Monday)Classes BeginJuly 15 (Thursday)Fourth Class DayAugust 4 (Wednesday)Last Day to WithdrawAugust 11 (Wednesday)Classes End/FinalsRegisterNow!!August 13 (Friday)Last day to submit gradeswww.southtexascollege.edu13

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REQUIREMENTSStudents are admitted to South Texas Collegethrough the provisions of this policy. Generaladmission to the College does not imply admissionto all programs of the College. Selective programs,which have additional requirements for admission,are also outlined in this policy. The Collegecomplies fully with the state mandated TexasSuccess Initiative (TSI) Rules as specified inSection 51.306 of the Texas Education Code.Effective September 1, 2003, all College academicstudents entering South Texas College will need tocomply with new state-mandated Texas SuccessInitiative Rules (TSI) and STC DevelopmentalEducation Plan regarding testing requirements.Students who are TSI liable and who have not metthe TSI requirements will be limited to 13 credithours during the Fall or Spring terms and 7 credithours during the summer terms. Such studentswishing to enroll in a greater number of credit hoursmust obtain a waiver from the appropriate DivisionDean based on the student’s declared major.The College is committed to student successand to a quality education for all. No person shallbe excluded from participation in, denied thebenefits of, or be subject to discrimination underany program or activity sponsored or conductedby South Texas College on the basis of race,color, national origin, religion, sex, age, Veteranstatus, or disability. Any individual meeting anyone of the following conditions may be admittedto the College:High School GraduationAn official high school transcript indicating passingscores on the Texas Assessment of AcademicSkills/ Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills(TAAS/TAKS) test and the date of graduationmust be requested prior to enrollment. All highschool graduates entering South Texas Collegewithout TAAS/TAKS scores are subject to TSIrequirements. A high school transcript waiver willbe accepted for students who are in the processof obtaining their official high school transcript.Students who are unable to provide an officialhigh school transcript by census date will have aregistration hold placed upon their record.ExaminationApplicants who did not graduate from high schoolmay be admitted by successfully completingthe English version of the General EducationDevelopment Testing Program (GED). A copyof the GED scores or Certificate of High SchoolEquivalency must be submitted to the Office ofAdmissions and Records. Students who havecompleted the GED in a language other thanEnglish may be admitted to the College but arelimited to enrollment in English as a SecondLanguage (ESL) coursework to enable them tomake use of already existing knowledge, training,or skills. Admission to other program and coursesrequires completion of the Test of English as aForeign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum scoreof 500. A copy of these scores must be submittedprior to registration for other than ESL coursework.Individual ApprovalStudents without a high school diploma or GEDare strongly encouraged to complete their GEDprior to applying to South Texas College. Students,however, who do not qualify for admission undereither of the above conditions may be consideredfor conditional acceptance if they are at least 18years of age and can provide test results fromthe ACCUPLACER, ASSET, COMPASS, THEA,prior to enrollment. Special admissions will beconsidered on an individual basis and continuedenrollment is provisional. All applicants mustsubmit an official transcript from the last highschool attended prior to enrollment. Courseselection and load may be restricted. Federallegislation requires that a student admitted underprovisions such as these pass a designated"Ability to Benefit" exam to be eligible to receivefinancial aid.Transfer from AnotherCollegeA student transferring from another accreditedcollege or university is eligible for admission.Transfer students must comply with the ScholasticProgress Standards.The following conditions apply regarding transferfrom another college:1. An official transcript from each institutionpreviously attended must be submitted to theOffice of Admissions and Records.2. All new transfer students who have beenaccepted will have their college transcriptsevaluated on a course-by-course basis andappropriate credit will be awarded. The studentwill then be notified by mail, within their firstsemester, of courses that transferred.3. Credits for courses in which a passing gradeof “C” or higher was earned may be transferredfrom any college accredited through oneof the regional accrediting associations ofthe Association of Colleges and Schools.Developmental or other non-degree creditcourses are not transferable and may not beused in the calculation of the transfer gradepoint average.4. Credits completed at colleges outside theUnited States that are not accredited by oneof the regional accrediting associations of theAssociation of Colleges and Schools shouldbe evaluated by an AACRAO (AmericanAssociation of Collegiate Registrars andAdmissions Officers) approved transcriptevaluation service. A list of such servicesis available at the Office of Admissions andRecords.5. An applicant for admission may seek to enterthis institution pursuant to the state's "academicfresh start" statute. If the applicant informs theOffice of Admissions and Records in writingof his or her election under this statute, theinstitution will not grant academic course creditsor grades earned by the applicant 10 or moreyears prior to the starting date of the semester inwhich the applicant seeks to enroll. An applicantwho makes the election to apply under thisstatute cannot receive any course credit coursestaken 10 or more years prior to enrollment.15

6. Out of state transfer students who have nottaken ACCUPLACER, ASSET, COMPASS,THEA, will need to be advised prior toregistration.Dual EnrollmentDual enrollment allows high school students toenroll in college courses while attending highschool and permits students to take courses inplace of, or in addition to, the normal course load athigh school. High school students must be eligibleto participate in dual enrollment as determined bythe policy of the students' high school. In addition,high school students admitted to the College mustmeet the same requirements as all other admittedstudents, with the exception that successfulcompletion of Math and/or ELA portion of the TAKStest be required in lieu of the TSI AssessmentInstrument(s) for dual students who are enrolled inTSI exempt certificate programs. High school creditmay be earned with the approval of the Principal.College credit may be earned upon successfulcompletion of the course.International StudentAn applicant from a foreign country must provideadditional documentation as outlined in the ForeignStudent Admissions Policy.SELECTIVE PROGRAMSSelective programs with additional admissionrequirements follow:Bachelor Degree ProgramsBachelor of Applied Technology AdmissionRequirementsAdmission to the Bachelor of Applied TechnologyProgram requires the following:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), with program specificexemptions accepted.C. Applicants are eligible for admission if they meetone of the following criteria:a. An ACT Composite of 19 (minimum of 16 inall areas) or above (SAT 910 or above).b. Applicants with prior college level coursework must have a minimum cumulative GPAof 2.5 or provide evidence of extenuatingcircumstances, to the Associate Dean forBachelor Degree Programs and UniversityRelations, for waiving the requirement.c. Provisional Acceptance, for students scoringa minimum ACT Composite of 15 (SAT 740 orabove) or minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25may be granted by the Associate Dean forBachelor Degree Programs and UniversityRelations upon completion of a personalinterview with the prospective applicant.D. Submit a completed Bachelor of AppliedTechnology program application.16Certificate and AssociateDegreesNursing & Allied HealthSelective Admission ProgramsAssociate Degree Nursing:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Achieve a composite score of 19 or above on theACT (minimum of 16 in all areas) or SAT of910 or above. Scores must be within the pastfive years.E. Satisfy program specific requirement for mathproficiency.F. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all courses in the ADN degree plan.G. Earn a minimum grade of “B” in “Introduction toNursing” course within past 2 years.H. Complete prerequisite courses with a minimumgrade of “C” as listed in the degree plan.I. Satisfy program specific requirements for clinicalpractice.J. Submit a completed ADN program application.Emergency Medical TechnologyA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Be 18-years of age for clinical/practicumexperience.D. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiency instate-mandated general knowledge contentthrough approved means; i.e., Texas HigherEducation Assessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER,ASSET, and/or COMPASS with programspecific exemptions accepted.E. Certificate options: Complete collegeplacement test with minimum scores orcomplete developmental classes with a gradeof “C” or better or course placement as follows:Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalent.F. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0scale for all courses completed at STCG. Hold a valid Texas Driver’s License.H. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.I. Submit a completed EMT program application.J. Participate in mandatory EMT Programadvisement prior to applicationK. Attend Mandatory Hospital Orientation.Health and Medical Administrative Services:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiency instate-mandated general knowledge contentthrough approved means; i.e., Texas HigherEducation Assessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER,ASSET, and/or COMPASS with programspecific exemptions accepted.

C. Certificate options: Complete collegeplacement test with minimum scores orcomplete developmental classes with a gradeof “C” or better for course placement as follows;Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalent.D. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0scale for all courses completed at STCE. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.F. Submit a completed Health and MedicalAdministrative Services program application.G. Participate in individual student advisement withHealth and Medical Administrative Servicesfaculty prior to application.Medical Assisting Technology:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED EquivalentC. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiency instate-mandated general knowledge contentthrough approved means; i.e., Texas HigherEducation Assessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER,ASSET, and/or COMPASS with programspecific exemptions accepted.D. Certificate options: Pass college placement testwith minimum scores or complete developmentalclasses with a grade of “C” or better for courseplacement as follows:Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalentE. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0scale for all courses completed at STCF. Satisfy program specific requirements for clinicalpractice.G. Submit a completed Medical Assisting programapplication.H. Participate in individual student advisementwith Medical Assisting faculty prior to application.Occupational Therapy Assistant:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.C. Present documentation of a minimum of ten (10)hours of volunteer or work experience underthe direction of a Registered OccupationalTherapist.D. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all courses in the OTA degree plan.E. Complete prerequisite courses with a minimumgrade of “C” as listed in the OTA degree plan.F. Satisfy program specific requirements for clinicalpractice.G. Submit a completed OTA program application.H. Participate in individual student advisement withOTA faculty prior to application.Patient Care Assistant:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Pass college placement test with minimumscores or complete developmental classes witha grade of “C” or better for course placementas follows;Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalent.C. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0scale for all courses completed at STCD. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.E. Participate in a student advisement session withPCA program faculty prior to application.F. Submit a completed PCA program application.Physical Therapist AssistantA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED Equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Achieve a composite score of 19 or above onthe ACT (minimum of 16 in all areas.) Scoresmust be within the last five years.E. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, ona 4.0 scale in all transfer courses and coursescompleted at STC.F. Present documentation of minimum of fifty (50)hours of volunteer or work experience underthe supervision of a PT or PTA in two differentsettings.G. Complete all prerequisite courses with aminimum grade of “C” as listed in the degreeplan.H. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.I. Submit a completed PTA program application.J. Participate in student advisement session withPTA faculty prior to application.Pharmacy Technology:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED Equivalent.C. Be 18-years of age for clinical/practicumexperience.D. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiency instate-mandated general knowledge contentthrough approved means; i.e., Texas HigherEducation Assessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER,ASSET, and/or COMPASS with programspecific exemptions acceptedE. Certificate options: Pass college placement testwith minimum scores or complete developmentalclasses with a grade of “C” or better for courseplacement as follows;Completion of READ 0090 or equivalent.Completion of ENGL 0091 or equivalent.Completion of MATH 0090 or equivalent.F. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0scale for all courses completed at STC.G. Complete program specific requirements forclinical practice.H. Submit a completed Pharmacy Technologyprogram application.I. Participate in individual student advisementwith Pharmacy Technician program faculty priorto application.17

Radiologic Technology:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas CollegeB. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Be within three months of 18 years of age orolder (required by Bureau of Radiologic Health& Safety Regulation).E. Achieve a composite score of 19 or above onthe ACT (minimum of 16 in all areas.) Scoresmust be within the last five years.F. Complete all prerequisite courses with aminimum grade of “C” as listed in the degreeplan.G. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all courses in the RADT degree plan.H. Submit a completed Radiologic Technologyprogram application.I. Participate in individual student advisement withRADT faculty prior to application.Respiratory Therapy:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas CollegeB. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Complete all prerequisite courses with aminimum grade of “C” as listed in the degreeplan.E. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all courses in the RSPT degree plan.F. Satisfy program specific requirements for clinicalpractice.G. Submit a completed Respiratory Therapyprogram application.H. Participate in individual student advisement withRespiratory Therapy faculty prior to application.Vocational Nursing:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED EquivalentC. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.E. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0scale for all courses completed at STCF. Earn a minimum grade of “B” in MedicalTerminology and Anatomy & Physiologycourses.G. Submit a completed Vocational Nursingprogram application.H. Participate in individual student advisement withVN faculty prior to application.ALTERNATIVE EXAMSAND MANDATORYPLACEMENT TESTINGIt is the intent of the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board that Texas public institutionsof higher education use the flexibility andresponsibility granted under the Texas SuccessInitiative (TSI) rules to improve individualizedprograms to ensure the success of students inhigher education. Effective with the fall 2003semester, all public colleges and universitiesshall assess the academic skills of each enteringundergraduate student prior to enrollment of thestudent.Under exceptional circumstances, an institutionmay permit a student to enroll in freshman-levelacademic coursework without assessment butshall require the student to be assessed not laterthan the end of the first semester of enrollment infreshman-level academic coursework.The following assessment instruments may beused:1. ASSET and COMPASS offered by ACT;2. ACCUPLACER offered by The College Board3. Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA)(formerly TASP Exam) offered by EvaluationSystems group of Pearson of Hadley,MassachusettsThe Student Assessment Center administers theACCUPLACER and/or THEA Exams throughoutthe year. Information on test dates, registrationdeadlines, and general information is availableupon request and/or can be found on our website:http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/testing/index.html.Call 1-800-742-7822 for information or contactthe Student Assessment Center at the PecanCampus: 956-872-3484, Mid-Valley Campus:956-447-6602, Starr County Campus: 956-488-6976 for more information or visit the web siteat http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/testing/index.html.WHO MUST TAKE AN ALTERNATIVEASSESSMENT EXAM?As of the Fall 2003 semester, all students whoplan to enroll at South Texas College (STC) andstudents in high school enrolling in a college-levelcourse MUST take an Alternative Exam beforeenrolling in any college-level credit coursework.WHO DOES NOT HAVE TO TAKE ANALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT TEST:4 A student who has previously attended anyinstitution and has been determined to have metreadiness standards by that institution.4 Students who have achieved a sufficientlyhigh score on ACT, SAT, or TAAS/TAKS. ACTand SAT scores may be no more than five (5)years from the date of testing, and exit levelTAAS/TAKS scores may be no more than three18

(3) years from the date of testing.4 Students who are enrolled in a certificateprogram of one-year or less (42 or fewersemester credit hours or the equivalent) unlessrequired for a prerequisite.4 Students who have graduated with anassociate’s or baccalaureate degree from anaccredited institution of higher education.4 Transfer students from an accreditedinstitution of higher education who have earneda “C” or better in a corresponding course (SeeDevelopmental Education Plan ProceduresGuide).WHEN MUST A STUDENT TAKE ANALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT EXAM?All students enrolling in credit programs at STC forthe first time must have scores from an assessmentinstrument approved by the Texas SuccessInitiative (TSI) prior to advisement and registration.REGISTRATION FOR THE ACCUPLACEREXAMTo register for the ACCUPLACER Exam, a studentmust fill out an STC Admissions form prior to the testadministration. Once an Admissions form has beenprocessed, the student may reserve a test dateat the Student Assessment Center (ReservationFee-$15). Payment for the ACCUPLACER Examfee is $29 on the day of testing.. A student thathas already tested for an ACCUPLACER Examand failed one or more sections of the test mustwait 30 days before attempting the ACCUPLACERExam. An ACCUPLACER Exam is offered byappointment only.Please contact the Student Assessment Centers(Pecan: 956-872-3484, Mid-Valley: 956-447-6602,Starr: 956-488-6976) for more information.REGISTRATION FOR THE THEA EXAMTo register for the THEA Exam, a student must fillout a registration form by entering the Internet www.tasp.nesinc.com. The THEA web site provides thestudent with all the information necessary toregister. All registration is handled through theNational Evaluation System-Pearson (NES)located in Austin, Texas. STC is a designated testsite. Tests are administered several times duringthe year.PAYMENT FOR THE THEA EXAMThe THEA Exam fee is $29.TAKING AN ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENTEXAMINATION TO FULFILL STCPLACEMENT STANDARDSTo be considered TSI College Ready, a studentmust pass all three sections of an AlternativeExam - reading, writing, and math. If the studentdoes not pass one or more sections, the studentmay register for an Alternative Exam again andtake only the section(s) of the exam that he/sheneeds to fulfill minimum placement standards. Astudent must be in “continuous” developmentalcoursework for any section of an exam not passed.For each student who fails to meet the minimumpassing standards the following student successinitiatives will apply. These new initiatives will fosterthe academic preparation necessary for studentsto be successful in future academic courses.4 All developmental courses will be included inthe Grade Point Average for all students at STC.4 Students in developmental studies will be limitedto a maximum of 13 credit hours of course workper fall and spring semester, and seven credithours of course work per summer session.4 Students who have not met Assessmentrequirements will be required to take more thanone developmental course each semester ifthey are deficient in more than one area.Students required to take an Alternative Exam maynot graduate from a certificate program that hassix or more semester credit hours or the equivalentoutside of the specified curriculum, an associatedegree program or a Baccalaureate degreeprogram until they have passed all three sectionsof an Alternative Exam and/or completed sectionswith “C” or Better option. To obtain additionalinformation on Alternative Exams, contact theStudent Assessment Center located at eachcampus: Mid-Valley (956) 872-6602; Pecan (956)872-3484, or Starr (956) 488-6976 or visit the website at: http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/testing/index.html.ACCUPLACER EXAMThe ACCUPLACER Exam is offered throughout theyear. Each section of the ACCUPLACER Exam isdesigned to measure a student’s academic skill inrelation to an established standard of competence.The score on each section of the test is based onthe mastery of the skills being tested.The ACCUPLACER EXAM includes four computeradaptive,multiple-choice tests and a writing essay:Reading Comprehension TestEach student taking this test will be presented witha series of 20 questions of two primary types. Thefirst type consists of a reading passage followedby a question based on the text. The second typeof question, sentence relationships, presentstwo sentences followed by a question about therelationship between these two sentences. Thequestion may ask, for example, if the statement inthe second sentence supports that in the first, if itcontradicts it, or if it repeats the same information.Sentence Skills TestEach student receives 20 Sentence Skillsquestions of two types. The first type issentence correction questions, which require anunderstanding of sentence structure. The secondtype is construction shift questions. Within thesetwo primary categories, the questions are alsoclassified according to the skills being tested.These categories include social sciences, naturaland physical sciences, human relations andpractical affairs, and the arts.Arithmetic TestThe 17 arithmetic questions administered by theACCUPLACER Tests are divided into threetypes.4 Operations with whole numbers and fractions.4 Operations with decimals and percents.4 Applications and problem solving.19

Questions from all three categories are alwayspresented to the student although the numberof questions from each category varies with thestudent’s skill level.Elementary Algebra TestA total of 12 questions, divided into three types,are administered in this test. The first type involvesoperations with integers and rational numbers,and includes computation with integers andnegative rationals, the use of absolute values,and ordering. A second type, which involvesoperations with algebraic expressions testsminimal skill levels using evaluation of simpleformulas and expressions, and adding andsubtracting monomials and polynomials. The thirdtype of question involves the solution of equations,inequalities, and word problems.Texas WritePlacer PlusWriting samples for Texas WritePlacer Plus arescored using a modified holistic scoring method,a procedure used to evaluate the overall quality ofwriting based on the features of writing identifiedbelow.Each response is evaluated based on the followingfeatures of writing:4 Focus4 Organization4 Development and Support4 Sentence Structure and Usage4 Mechanical ConventionsA score of zero indicates that the essay was offtopic, in a language other than English, too shortto be evaluated, or in some other way not able tobe scored. Descriptions of each score are shownbelow.PAYMENT FOR THE ACCUPLACER EXAMThe ACCUPLACER Exam fee is $29.Please contact the Student Assessment Center(Pecan: 956-872-3484, Mid-Valley: 956-447-6602,Starr: 956-488-6976) for more information.THE THEA EXAMEach section of the THEA Exam is designed tomeasure a student’s academic skill in relation toan established standard of competence. The scoreon each section of the test is based on the masteryof the skills being tested.The THEA Exam consists of the following sections:ReadingThe reading section includes reading selectionssimilar to those found in course materials (e.g.,textbooks, lab manuals, essays) that students arelikely to encounter during their first year in college.Each selection is approximately 300 to 750 wordsin length. Students will be asked to answer severalmultiple-choice questions about each selection.MathematicsThe mathematics section contains multiplechoicequestions covering four general areas:fundamental mathematics, algebraic graphic andequations, algebraic operations and quadratics,and geometry and reasoning. The test questionsfocus on a student’s ability to perform mathematicaloperations and/or solve problems. Appropriateformulas will be provided for students to use inperforming some of the calculations required bythe test questions. Examinees will not be permittedto use calculators during the test.WritingThe writing section consists of two subsections: agroup of multiple-choice questions and a writingsample portion. Examinees must take both writingsubsections. The multiple-choice subsection of thetest assesses students’ skills in various elementsof effective writing. The writing sample subsectionrequires students to demonstrate their ability tocommunicate effectively by writing on a giventopic. Students will be instructed to provide awriting sample of approximately 300 to 600 words.Generally, topics will allow examinees to drawfrom personal experience and general knowledge.Students will not be allowed to use dictionaries.TESTING TIME PROVIDEDThe test session(s) are five hours in length.Examinees may use the time available to work onany of the three sections of the test. The individualtest sections (Reading, Mathematics, Writing) arenot limited within the testing session. The test isdesigned so that most students should be able tofinish all three sections within five hours.For more information, visit the Counseling andAdvising Center or call 872-8372 or 1-800-742-7822.For complete testing information, visit the StudentAssessment Center or call Pecan Campus: 956-872-3484, Mid-Valley Campus: 956-447-6602,Starr County Campus: 956-488-6976.MANDATORY PARTICIPATIONStudents required to take Developmental coursesincluding College Success must attend scheduledclasses.If they drop or are dropped for non-attendance bytheir instructors, they are identified by the office ofAdmissions as non-compliant. The Testing officersends these students letters informing them oftheir non-compliant status. These students mustmake arrangements with the Testing officer and/orStaff representative. Students who fail to complywith any of the following policies and proceduresmay be withdraw from all of their classes and willnot earn any college credit hours for the semester.DROPPING OR WITHDRAWING FROMDEVELOPMENTAL COURSE WORKStudents under TSI requirements who have beenassigned developmental courses due to Initialplacement or failing a section of an AlternativeExam may not drop these courses.Withdrawal from a developmental course must beassociated only with withdrawal from the institution.20

Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Exemption ScoresTAAS* TAKS* ACT** SAT**Reading 89 ReadingEnglish 19 Verbal 5002200 & 3Writing 1770 Writing Math 19 Math 500Math 86 Math 2200 Composite 23 Composite 1070*Exemption is valid for a period of three (3) years from the date of testing.**Exemption is valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of testing.Exemptions also granted to students who have graduated with an associate or baccalaureate degree orstudents and students who transfer to STC from a private or independent college or an accredited out ofstate college and have satisfactorily completed college-level coursework as determined by STC.Academic and Developmental Placement ScoresSUBJECT AREA THEA ACCUPLACER ASSET COMPASS COURSE PLACEMENTReadingWritingMath230+ 78+ 41+ 81+200-22961-77 37-40 73-80College Reading StandardHIST 1301/1302GOVT 2301/2302COSC 1301READ 90ENGL 1301PSYC 2301180-199 44-60 33-36 66-72 READ 80100-179 0-43 0-32 0-65 READ 70220+200-219E8/60+E7/60+E8/0-59E7/0-59E6/60+E5/80+E6/0-59E5/73-79E6/40+E6/59+E5/36-39 E5/53-58 ENGL 91180-199 E5/66-72 E4/66-72 E4/33-35 E4/48-52 ENGL 81100-179E5/0-65E4/0-65E3/0-65 E3/0-32 E3/0-47 ENGL 71Both Essay and Sentence Skills are required for placement (E=Essay)250+ 68+ 41+ 42+College Writing StandardENGL1301/PHIL 1301College Math StandardMATH 1414230-249 AR 65 + EA 55-67 38-40 39-41 MATH 0090200-229 AR 65 + EA 18-54 35-37 36-38 MATH 0085100-199AR 0-64 regardlessof EA scores unlessstudents meet theEA 68 for collegereadinessAR = Arithmetic and EA = Elementary Algebra0-34 0-35 MATH 008021

ADMISSIONSPROCEDURES andchecklistFollow this easy roadmap to begin taking creditclasses at South Texas College.APPLICATION AND TRANSCRIPTS1. Complete an Application for Admission. Applyonline at www.applytexas.org or in person ata campus near you.2. Provide official transcripts from your highschool, or proof of GED completion (test scoresor certificate) and any college transcripts.ORIENTATION1. Complete the mandatory New StudentOrientation on campus or online.2. New Student Orientations are held beforeeach semester. Visit the Welcome Center, orlogon to www.southtexascollege.edu for theorientation schedule.FINANCIAL AIDFree cash, scholarships, work opportunities andemergency loans are available to eligible students.Complete the financial aid application online atwww.fafsa.ed.gov or in person at the financial aidoffice. STC’s school code is 031034. Prospectivestudents and parents may visit http://www.southtexascollege.edu/security/disclosure.html toview institutional reports and information regardingFERPA, campus safety and student success.TESTINGContact the Assessment Center to determinewhether you need to take a state-mandatedreading, writing and/or math assessment test(THEA, ACCUPLACER or COMPASS) or if you areeligible for an exemption or waiver. For additionalinformation including available test dates, logonto http:// studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/testing/index.html or call 956-872-3484.ADVISINGAdvisors will assist you in managing your degreeplan, and ensuring that you are aware of campustools and resources that will assist you in becominga successful student. Together, you will plan yourclass schedule.REGISTRATIONSelect courses from the current STC courseschedule. The course schedule is available onlineand at campus Student Information Centers.Register online or in person.TUITION & FEESPay tuition and fees. Enrollment is complete onlyupon payment of tuition and fees, financial aidaward or approved installment plan. Tuition mustbe paid in full by the due date or you will be droppedfrom your classes.BOOKSBuy your books. You may buy your books at thecampus bookstore. The bookstore may have usedbooks for sale which can save you money.STUDENT LIFECheck out Student Life! Get connected and meetpeople through intramural sports, activities, culturalevents, clubs, Student Government, volunteer andleadership opportunities.AUDITING A CLASSThe option of auditing a class is offered for lecturecourses only; auditing is not allowed for laboratory,performing or activity courses. Audit students donot participate in fieldwork, submit assignments ortake examinations; therefore, they never receivecollege credit or a grade after enrolling on anaudit basis.An Application for Admission must be submitted;test scores and transcripts are not required.Registration to audit a lecture course is availableon the 7th class day of the fall and springsemesters and the 3rd class day of each summersession with a space availability contingency.Tuition is charged for auditing a class.tech prep/advanced technicalcredit (ATC)South Texas College is a participating member ofthe Lower Rio Grande Valley Tech-Prep consortiumand member of the state's Advanced TechnicalCredit (ATC) program. Tech Prep and ATC arepart of a national educational initiative in vocationaland technical education. Programs developedcooperatively with the area school districts andthrough the state enable high school students toenter STC with college credits in a technical areaand prepare them to enter the workforce in highdemand technical courses.A high school student who successfully completesa Tech Prep/ATC approved articulated course attheir high school is eligible to receive credit at STCwhen the following criteria are met:1. Completes the high school course(s) with agrade of 80 (B) or better.2. Meets all STC admission and programentrance requirements.3. Enrolls in a Associate of AppliedScience Degree or related certificate at STCwithin 15 months after graduating from highschool.4. Successfully completes a minimum of sixcredit hours at STC with a grade of 70 (C) orbetter.Upon registering at STC, the student shouldvisit the advisor’s office and/or the office of HighSchool Programs and Services to ensure properapplication of their credit.22

DUAL ENROLLMENTThe dual enrollment program allows eligible highschool students to enroll in college courses whileattending high school. Courses are taken in placeof, or in addition to, the normal course load inhigh school. High school students admitted to theprogram must meet the same requirements as allother college students.Students must meet the TSI standards for collegereadiness, or be TSI exempt in order to enroll inacademic courses. College credit will be earnedupon successful course completion and may beapplied towards an Associates Degree at STC ormay transfer to other colleges and universities.Students must submit an application and an officialhigh school transcript in order to register for thecollege course(s). Please contact the OutreachDepartment at 872-8391 or 1-800-742-7822 forfurther details.STUDENTS RECORDSCHANGE OF NAMEThe name of a student used on academic recordsis based upon the initial Application for Admissioncompleted and submitted by the student. Studentsmay change their name on academic records bycompleting and submitting a Change of Informationform, with supporting legal documentation, to theoffice of Admissions and Records. If a studentsubmits a subsequent Application for Admissionwith a different name, the student must also submita Change of Information form, with supporting legaldocumentation, in order to change their name onacademic records.CHANGE OF ADDRESSStudents must provide the College with a correct,current permanent and mailing address on theApplication for Admission. Students must completeand submit a Change of Information form to theoffice of Admissions and Records as soon aspossible whenever their address changes.CHANGE OF MAJORA "major" is a concentration of specializedcoursework, which leads to a certificate or degree.Students may declare a major on the Applicationfor Admission and may change their major at anytime by completing and submitting a Change ofInformation form to the office of Admissions andRecords. A list of "Majors and Codes" is includedwith both of the above-mentioned documents.CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDSIt is the policy of STC to maintain the confidentialityof academic records and be in compliance with allfederal and state laws governing the release ofacademic records.FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS ANDPRIVACY ACTThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Actand the Texas Open Records Act are federal andstate laws, respectively, that provide for the reviewand disclosure of academic records. In accordancewith these laws, STC will not permit access to orthe release of personally identifiable informationcontained in academic records to any party withoutthe written consent of the student, except:4 to appropriate STC officials, who requireaccess to academic records in order to performtheir legitimate duties, which means theinformation or records requested is relevantand necessary to accomplish a task or makea determination, and the task or determinationis an employment-related responsibility of theinquirer or is a properly assigned duty for theinquirer.4 to officials of other schools in which thestudent seeks or intends to enroll, upon requestof these officials, and upon the condition thatthe student be notified and receive a copy ofthe record, if desired.4 to federal, state or local officials or agenciesauthorized by law.4 in connection with a student’s applicationfor or receipt of financial aid.4 to accrediting agencies or organizationsconducting educational studies, providedthat these entities do not release personallyidentifiable data.4 to the parents of a dependent student, asdefined in section 152 of the Internal RevenueCode of 1954, provided a reasonable effort ismade to notify the student in advance.As permitted under section 99.34 (a)(1)(ii) of the Family Educational Rightsand Privacy Act of 1974 as amended,and upon request of The University ofTexas-Pan American (UTPA), STC willforward academic records for studentswho seek or intend to enroll at UTPA.DIRECTORY INFORMATIONSTC may release information that includes:4 Name, address and telephone number4 Date of birth and place of birth4 Educational institution(s) attended4 Dates of attendance and enrollmentverification4 Classification4 Declared major4 Degrees and awards received4 Date of graduation4 Participation in officially recognized sportsand activitiesStudents may withhold information by completingand submitting a Request to Withhold DirectoryInformation to the office of Admissions and Recordsduring the first 12 days of a fall or spring semesterand the first four days of a summer semester.STC will honor a request for nondisclosure for thecurrent term only; therefore, a request must besubmitted to the office of Admissions and Recordseach term that a student is enrolled.23

REVIEW OF RECORDSStudents who desire to review their records may doso upon request to the appropriate office.Students who desire to challenge the accuracyand validity of their records should follow theprocedure, as follows:4 Students have the right to challenge thecontent of their academic records in order toensure that the records are not inaccurate,misleading or otherwise in violation of theprivacy of the student. They have the right tocorrect or delete any inaccurate or inappropriatedata contained therein. Students who wish toexercise this right should complete and submita Student Records Challenge Request Form tothe Custodian of Records/Registrar in the officeof Admissions and Records.4 The Custodian of Records/Registrar mayattempt to settle the dispute with the studentthrough informal meetings and discussionsheld within a reasonable period of time afterthe request is submitted.4 Formal hearing procedures may be necessarywhen the informal procedures are notsatisfactory to the student or Custodian ofRecords/Registrar. If a formal hearing isrequired, the Vice President for StudentAffairs and Enrollment Management, or adesignee, shall conduct a formal hearing andrender a decision within a reasonable periodof time following the request. The studentand Custodian of Records/Registrar have theopportunity to present evidence relevant to theissue(s). The appeal cannot go beyond the VicePresident for Student Affairs and EnrollmentManagement.RESIDENT STATUSFOR STUDENTSIt is the policy of South Texas College (STC/College) that students provide proof of residencyat the time they apply to the College by completingand submitting an Application for Admission.Students are required to sign an "Oath ofResidency" on the Application for Admission. Anyviolation of residency rules and regulations mayresult in disciplinary action.For purposes of determining residency, STCcomplies with all applicable state and federalregulations, as well as with the Texas HigherEducation Coordinating Board recommendations.The STC district includes all of Hidalgo and Starrcounties. STC uses three residency classificationsfor students: “in-district” (students who livein Hidalgo or Starr counties), “out-of-district”(students who live in all other counties within thestate of Texas), and "non-residents" (out-of-stateor international students). According to STC policy,international students will always be classified as"non-residents."It is the student's responsibility to provide a copyof one of the documents listed as 1-3 below, andany other supporting documents required. Thesedocuments will be used to establish that thestudent is domiciled in Texas and has maintaineda residence in Texas continuously for at least 12months prior to the census date of the semester inwhich the student is enrolling. These documentsmust be in the name of the student or dependentstudent's parent(s) and dated to encompass atleast 12 months prior to the census date of thesemester in which the student is enrolling.(1) Statement from Employer, including startand current/end dates, which encompassesat least 12 months prior to the census date.Student employment, such as work-study,receipt of stipends, fellowship, research orteaching assistant positions, does not qualifyas a basis for establishing domicile.(2) Lease or Rental Agreement/Contract of realproperty, other than campus housing, whichencompasses at least 12 months prior to thecensus date. If this document is providedas the sole basis of a domicile, it must beaccompanied by at least three documents thatsupport the maintenance of this residence forat least 12 months prior to the census date,as follows:4 Texas high school transcript4 Texas college or university transcript4 Permanent Texas Driver's License (at leastone-year-old)Generally, the license expiration date minus thedate of enrollment should not exceed three years.4 Texas Voter Registration Card4 Texas vehicle registration4 Bank statements or cancelled checks4 Utility bill (electric, telephone, water orcable) for the year preceding enrollment4 Federal income tax return for theprevious year(3) Copy of one of the documents below, whichmust be (a) accomplished and maintained forat least 12 months prior to the census dateand (b) accompanied by at least one of thedocuments above, as follows:4 Title to real property in Texas4 Marriage certificate with documentationto support that the spouse is a domiciliaryof Texas4 Ownership of a business in Texas withdocumentation to support that (a) thebusiness is a partnership or corporationand (b) it is owned by the student ordependent student's parent(s)4 State or local licenses to conduct businessor practice a profession in TexasPersons and their dependents, who do not livein the STC district, but who own property thatis subject to ad valorem taxation by the STCtaxing district, are also classified as "in-district"students. Proof of ownership of such property isa current certificate of payment provided by theTax-Assessor Collector of either Starr or Hidalgocounties, which must be submitted with theApplication for Admission, re-submitted annually24

and retained by the College. Dependents ofproperty owners must submit a copy of the incometax return for the previous year, listing the studentas a dependent.When completing the "Oath of Residency" on theApplication for Admission, students are responsiblefor declaring the proper residency classificationand providing proper documentation, as requiredby the College. If there are any questionsabout residency classification, it is the student’sobligation, prior to or at the time of enrollment, toraise the questions with the proper College officialfor a determination. Students classified as "indistrict"or "out-of-district" must provide proof of thatclassification as part of the admissions process,as explained above. If a student’s residencyclassification changes for any reason, it is theresponsibility of the student to notify the properCollege official, and failure to do so constitutes aviolation of the "Oath of Residency." Out-of-statestudents classified as "non-residents" have not metthe state requirements for establishing residencyprior to the census date of the semester in whichthey are enrolling.Aliens Eligible to Domicile or be Treated asPermanent Residents in The United StatesTexas Education Code 54.07 “Aliens. An Alien,who is living in this country under a visa permittingpermanent residence or has applied to or has apetition pending with the U.S. Immigration andNaturalization Services to attain lawful status underfederal immigration law, has the same privilegeof qualifying for resident status for fee purposesunder this Act as a citizen of the United States...”Students should contact the office of Admissionsand Records to determine if they have a visa thatallows them to domicile.Aliens Who are Residents of Texas Based ontheir High School Graduation or Receipt of a GEDCertificationTexas Education Code 54.052(j) provides:“Notwithstanding any other provision of thissubchapter, an individual shall be classified as aTexas resident until the individual establishes aresidence outside this state, if the individual residedwith their parent(s), guardian or conservator whileattending a public high school in Texas and:(1) graduated from a public high school orreceived the GED in Texas;(2) resided in Texas for at least three years asof the date the student graduated from highschool or received the GED in Texas;(3) resided in Texas for 12 months prior to thecensus date of the semester in which thestudent plans to enroll;(4) provides to the institution an Affidavit,stating that the student will file an applicationto become a permanent resident at theearliest opportunity the student is eligible todo so.”All documentation must include the student’s nameand address.25

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TUITION Fiscal Year 2009-2010Number of In-District Out-of-District Non-ResidentsCredit Hours Tuition Tuition of Texas Tuition1 $131.00 $164.50 $202.002 $212.00 $264.00 $404.003 $252.00 $310.20 $606.004 $296.00 $361.60 $808.005 $370.00 $452.00 $1,010.006 $414.00 $503.40 $1,212.007 $483.00 $587.30 $1,414.008 $552.00 $671.20 $1,616.009 $576.00 $696.60 $1,818.0010 $640.00 $774.00 $2,020.0011 $704.00 $851.40 $2,222.0012 $756.00 $913.20 $2,424.0013 $819.00 $989.30 $2,626.0014 $882.00 $1,065.40 $2,828.0015 $945.00 $1,141.50 $3,030.0016 $1,008.00 $1,217.60 $3,232.0017 $1,071.00 $1,293.70 $3,434.0018 $1,134.00 $1,369.80 $3,636.0019 $1,197.00 $1,445.90 $3,838.0020 $1,260.00 $1,522.00 $4,040.0021 $1,323.00 $1,598.10 $4,242.00Note:In-District includes Hidalgo and Starr County residents.Out-of-District includes all other Texas Residents.Non-Resident includes all other United States and International Students.Tuition and fees are per semester and are subject to change upon approval by the TexasHigher Education Coordinating Board and/or the Board of Trustees of South Texas College.* See fee schedule for additional applicable fees on page 28.27

FEES 2009-2010 Academic YearOther Student Additional FeesMandatory Fee:Student Registration Fee:• if registered and paid or registered and financial aid completeBEFORE August 1, January 1, May 15, and June 15................................................................. 90.00• if registered or paid or financial aid processedAFTER July 31, January 1, May 14, and June 14..................................................................... 125.00Information Technology Fee per Credit Hour...................................................................................... 12.00Learning Support Fee per Credit Hour.................................................................................................. 7.00Course Fees:Lab Fee per Lab Credit Hour (for applicable courses with labs)......................................................... 24.00Electronic Distance Education Fee per Credit Hour............................................................................ 22.00Physical Education Special Activity Fee per Course........................................................................... 55.00Differential Tuition per credit hour for:Repeating a non-Developmental Studies course for the third or more time....................................... 50.00Enrollment in Developmental Studies courses over the 27 hour rule................................................. 50.00Supplemental Instruction..................................................................................................................... 15.003000/4000 level courses..................................................................................................................... 20.00Associate Degree Nursing.................................................................................................................. 25.00Emergency Medical Technology......................................................................................................... 25.00Occupational Therapy Assistant.......................................................................................................... 25.00Pharmacy Technology......................................................................................................................... 25.00Physical Therapist Assistant............................................................................................................... 25.00Radiologic Technology........................................................................................................................ 25.00Respiratory Therapy............................................................................................................................ 25.00Vocational Nursing.............................................................................................................................. 25.00Continuing Education Tuition and Fees:Continuing Education per contact hour................................................................................................. 5.00Continuing Education Late Registration Fee....................................................................................... 10.00Continuing Education Installment Plan Fee.......................................................................................... 5.00Continuing Education Late Installment Plan Fee................................................................................ 10.00Dual Enrollment Tuition and Fees:Non-S courses (per credit hour).......................................................................................................... 50.00Fees applicable to non "S" course.................................................................................................... waivedDual credit late process fee............................................................................................................... 150.00Other Non-Refundable Fees (*refundable):Drop Fee (one time fee)...................................................................................................................... 25.00Audit Fee............................................................................................................................................TuitionCredit by Examination........................................................................................................................Tuition*Developmental Studies Fee............................................................................................................... 30.00Installment Plan Fee........................................................................................................................... 30.00Late Installment Payment Fee............................................................................................................ 30.00Late Emergency Loan Payment Fee................................................................................................... 30.00Reinstatement Fee............................................................................................................................ 150.00Student I.D. Replacement Fee............................................................................................. 10.00Lost or Damaged Library Book Fee-Cost of book plus processing fee.............................................. 30.00Returned Check.................................................................................................................................. 30.00Wellness Center Student Membership Fee per Semester.................................................................. 72.00Withdrawal Fee (one time fee after census) ...................................................................................... 50.00Workforce/Continuing Education and other Conferences/Seminars/Summer Camps/Workshops/Customized Training/Negotiated Training/Other Training Activities........... Recovery of costCollegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP) Exam Fee.................................................. 50.00Student Insurance Fee (voluntary).............................................................. (Obtain information from Cashier’s office)NAH Course Fees: Liability Insurance/Exams/Booklets/Badges/Certificates/................................................................Other Activities .................................................................................. (Obtain information from your program chair)Parking Permit Violations:First................................................................................................................................................. 30.00Second............................................................................................................................................ 40.00Third................................................................................................................................................ 60.00Fourth............................................................................................................................................. 80.00Fifth............................................................................................................................................... 100.00Handicap Parking Violations............................................................................................................. 100.00Vehicle Boot Removal Fee.................................................................................................................. 80.00Moving Traffic Violations:First................................................................................................................................................. 30.00Second............................................................................................................................................ 40.00Third................................................................................................................................................ 50.00THEA/ACCUPLACER Testing Reservation Fee................................................................................. 15.0028

FINANCIALINFORMATIONSPECIAL COURSESThe College reserves the right to set appropriatefees and tuition for any special courses which maybe offered after publication of this catalog.FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS/ADMITTANCE TO CLASS4 A student who is indebted to South TexasCollege will not be allowed to register until he/she has cleared all financial obligations due tothe College and cleared all Business office andother applicable holds;4 Failure to pay a debt owed to the Collegemay result in dismissal from attendingclasses after a specific announced date,ineligibility to take final examinations, or toregister until such debts are paid.4 No transcripts, grades, or information aboutthe student will be released until such debtsare paid.4 A student who fails to make payments whendue will also pay collection costs, includingattorney's fees, court costs, and professionalcollection agency fees.REGISTRATIONA time period will be set aside each term orsemester to permit students to register. Totaltuition and fees will be paid at this time. Installmentpayment plans and an emergency loan programare available.PAYMENTS4 During arena registration, students areresponsible for paying the total cost for tuitionand fees on the day of registration by meansof cash, personal check, credit card (Visa,Discover, and Master Card), money orders ora cashier's check. Students may mail-in theirpayment.4 Failure to pay the required amount fortuition and fees may cause your classes tobe automatically dropped; however, beaware that you will still be liable for certainfees. This also applies to student accountsthat have a remaining outstanding balanceand are under financial aid or are beingsponsored by a third party, i.e., TexasRehabilitation Commission, employer or anyother source.4 Failure to pay a debt owed to the Collegemay result in dismissal from attendingclasses after a specific announced date,ineligibility to take final examinations, or toregister until such debts are paid.4 Transcripts, grades, or information aboutthe student will not be released until suchdebts are paid.INSUFFICIENT FUNDS, STOPPAYMENT AND OTHER RETURNEDCHECKS4 Immediate restitution of funds must bemade when a check is returned by a bankfor insufficient funds. STC does not re-depositchecks. These checks are forwarded directlyto the Check Rite office for processing.4 To clear a returned check, the student mustcall the Check Rite office 1-800-840-3725 to payfor the check. A $30 fee plus applicable tax ischarged to the student.4 Returned checks not promptly paid toCheck Rite will be charged a $30 fee andreferred to the District Attorney's office.4 Checks returned by the bank due to accountsclosed or stop payments are not re-deposited.4 Stopping payment on tuition checks doesnot constitute an official withdrawal fromthe College. An official withdrawal mustbe processed at the office of Admissionsand Records.SCHEDULE CHANGES(Adding and Dropping Courses)4 If you add a class after your initial payment,it is your responsibility to pay the additionaltuition and fees immediately.4 Failure to pay the additional tuition, feesand drop/add fee may cause cancellationfrom the classes.4 Students must not assume that theywill "automatically" be dropped fromtheir classes if they do not attend.4 Stopping payment on tuition checks doesnot constitute an official withdrawal fromthe college. An official withdrawal must beprocessed at the office of Admissions andRecords.4 Dropping and adding a course of equalvalue is considered an even exchange whendone on the same day before the twelfthclass day during the Fall and Spring, andfourth class day during the summersessions. The student will be responsible forthe drop/add fee. After the twelfth class dayor fourth class day, whichever applies, apercentage for the course dropped will becharged. Please read the section on refundsand registration fees for further information.INSTALLMENT PAYMENTSAvailable prior to the first day of semester ONLY!!!4 Online log on to http://jagnet.southtexascollege.eduor visit Cashier Offices4 To qualify the student must:a Be enrolled at STC for the semestera Complete the installment plan agreementavailable on-line or at the Cashiers’ Officea Not have an outstanding balance with STC.a Be 18 years old.29

4 Eligible students may select one of three plansa Plan 1 - 50% of the tuition and fees plus otherapplicable non-deferrable fees. Remainingbalance will be divided into two equalpayments.a Plan 2 - 25% of the tuition and fees plusother applicable non-deferrable fees.Remaining balance will be divided into threeequal payments.a Plan 3 -10% of the tuition and fees plusother applicable non-deferrable fees.Remaining balance will be divided into threeequal payments.4 Incidental fees associated with the installmentpayment plan are as follows:a $30.00 processing fee due at time ofenrollmenta $30.00 late payment fee assessed iftotal balance outstanding is not paid by“each” scheduled due date.4 Students who fail to make full payment of tuitionand fees, including any incidental fees, by thedue date may be prohibited from registering forclasses until full payment is made.4 Installment Due dates as per Installmentagreement and Business Office Student Guide.Emergency Loan Program(subject to availability)4 Is a short-term loan to pay for tuition andfees, therefore, must be repaid.4 Student may apply for an emergency loanduring the processing period until fundsare exhausted.4 Processing period:a During the Fall and Spring semesters-Firstday of the semester through the twelfth(12th) class day.a During the summer session-First day of thesemester through the fourth (4th) class day.4 To qualify the student must:a Be enrolled for a minimum of three credithoursa Not have an outstanding balance owed toSTC and not be in default with any studentloans.a Be 18 years old4 Eligible students:a Applications are available at the FinancialAid Office.a Initial payment of 50% to be paid by studenta Emergency Loan will pay remaining balanceof 50%4 Due dates as per the Business OfficeStudent Guide.4 Please note that the student is responsiblefor 100% of tuition and fees if EmergencyLoan funds are not available.THIRD PARTY CONTRACTS ANDSCHOLARSHIPSThird Party contracts constitute written agreementsbetween a third party (i.e., Texas RehabilitationCommission, WIA) and South Texas College;wherein, payment for tuition and fees for a studentis to be paid to STC by a third party. The studentmust provide the written agreement prior to orduring registration and present such agreementor document as a third party voucher, defermentform, or contract to the Financial Aid office.If the donor issues a scholarship check madepayable to the student or STC and the studentis initially presented a scholarship award letter toSTC, it is the student's responsibility to presentthe check to STC.CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT FEESStudents enrolled at two Texas public institutionsof higher education.The total amount of tuition charged at STC maybe determined differently if the student registersat more then one Texas public institution of highereducation at the same time. Incidental fees arebilled by each institution at its regularly authorizedrates. The student in this situation is liable forfull tuition payment at registration. Proof of dualenrollment in the form of a receipt is requiredat the office of Admissions and Records on asemester basis.During the Fall and Spring semesters, proof mustbe submitted before the twelfth class day. Duringthe summer sessions, proof must be submittedbefore the fourth class day for evaluation andnecessary adjustments.Appropriate refunds will be determined and will beissued via mail to the student’s address on file atthe office of Admissions and Records, credit card orpreference selected on JAGCARD/HIGHERONE.REFUNDSThe “effective date” of a class drop or add isthe date the course schedule form is receivedat the office of Admissions and Records fromthe student. The refund policy also applies to dropdue to advisement from faculty.“Class days” refers to STC’s scheduled classdays, not the students’ class meeting days.Drop or Withdrawal from STCTo officially withdraw or drop from the college,a student must go to the office of Admissionsand Records.STC will refund a percentage of collected tuitionand mandatory fees to students who officiallywithdraw or drop from the institution accordingto the refund schedule established by the TexasHigher Education Coordinating Board.30

Dropping and adding a course of equal valueis considered an even exchange when doneprior to the twelfth class day during the Fall andSpring, and fourth class day during the summersessions. The student will be responsible for thedrop/add fee. After the twelfth class day or fourthclass day, whichever applies, a percentage forthe course dropped will be charged. Please readthe section on refunds and registration fees forfurther information.Students who officially withdraw from all coursesat the college after a specific date will be assesseda one-time withdrawal fee.REFUND GUIDELINES4 The College may apply existing credits to thestudent’s delinquent outstanding debt.4 All students who are eligible for a cash refundwill receive the refund via mail or preferenceselected on JAGCARD/HIGHERONE.4 Refunds made in accordance with NACHA(National Agency Clearing House Association)and the Merchant Services Agreement(merchant shall make no cash refunds topurchasers on Card sales):a If classes are paid with a credit card, a refundis to be first applied to the original credit cardpayment.a Any Financial Aid posted after the accounthas been paid by a credit card is refundedback to the credit card before any money isrefunded to the student.a There will be NO exceptions to this procedure.As prescribed by the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board, the STC refund policy is asfollows:TUitionRefund percentage may be greater than statedbelow.FALL AND SPRING SEMESTERSPrior to or onthe second class day.................... 100 percentDuring the next 13th class days.......... 70 percentDuring the 16th through20th class days...............................25 percentAfter the 20th class day............................... NoneRange of days in each percent category is subjectto change based on the length of the semesterand in accordance with the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board.INCIDENTAL FEESOther FeesAudit Fee, Credit by Exam Fee, ReinstatementFee, Installment (Processing and Late) Fee,Emergency Loan Late Fee, and any other feeapproved by the Board of Trustees of SouthTexas College.Prior to the first class day.................. 100 percentFirst class day and after...............................NoneTuition and fees are per semester and are subjectto change upon approval by the Texas HigherEducation Coordinating Board and/or the Boardof Trustees of South Texas College.BOOKSTORE REFUNDSBookstore services are contracted with Barnes &Noble College Booksellers which determines thebookstore refund policy.The policy listed below is, therefore, subject tochange at the discretion of Barnes & Noble.100 percent refund with the following:4 Sales receipt4 Unmarked, if new/unopened, if shrink wrapped4 Within first 7 calendar days after the firstclass day of the Fall or Spring semester4 Within first seven calendar days after thefirst class day of each summer session4 Within one day after the first class day forcourses starting at times not consistent with theregular semester, or Summer sessions* No refunds on supplies* Texts purchased the last week of classes or duringexams are ineligible for refunds.* The bookstore charges a $25 fee for returned checks.SUMMER I AND II SESSIONSPrior to or on the first class day......... 100 percentDuring the next four class days........... 70 percentDuring the sixth class day ................. 25 percentAfter the sixth class day.............................. NoneSUMMER III SESSIONPrior to or on the first class day......... 100 percentDuring the next eight class days........ 70 percentDuring the 10th through12th class days...............................25 percentAfter the 12th class day............................... None31

Highlights for Tax Benefits for Higher EducationThis chart highlights some differences among the benefits discussed in this publication. See the text for definitions and details. DO NOT RELY ON THIS CHART ALONE.CAUTION: You generally cannot claim more than one benefit for the same education expense.32Employer Provided Business DeductionAssistance * EducationEducational for Work-Related(QTP) * IRA Distributions * Program *Educational Exception to EducationAdditional Tax on Early Savings BondCoverdellQualifiedESA * Tuition ProgramTuitions andFees DeductionStudentLoan InterestDeductionLifetimeLearningCreditHopeCreditScholarships,Fellowships, Grants,Can deductexpensesEmployer benefitsnot taxedInterest nottaxedNo 10% additional taxon early distributionEarningsnot taxedEarningsnot taxedCan deductexpensesCan deductinterest paidCredits can reduceamount of tax you must pay& Tuition ReductionsAmounts receivedmay not be taxableWhatis yourNone Amount of qualifying$5,250exclusionAmount of qualifiededucation expenses$2,000 contributions perbeneficiary$4,000deduction$2,500deduction$2,000 credit perstudent ($4,000if a student inMidwestern disasterarea) per student$1,800 credit perstudent ($3,600if a student inMidwestern disasterarea) per studentNonework-relatededucation expensesAmount of qualifiededucation expensesbenefit?What isthe annuallimit?Transportation;Travel; OthernecessaryexpensesBooks,supplies,andequipmentPayments toCoverdell ESA;Payments toQTPBooks, supplies, andequipment; Room andboard if at least half-timestudent; Expenses forspecial needs servicesBooks, supplies,and equipment;Room and boardif at least half-timestudent; Expensesfor specialneeds servicesBooks, supplies, and equipment;Expenses for special needs services;Payments to QTP; Higher education:Room and board if at least half-timestudent; Elem/sec (K-12) education:Tutoring, Room and board, uniforms,transportation, computer access,supplementary expensesNone (but seeStudents inMidwestern disasterareas underQualified EducationExpenses inchapter 6 for anexception)Books, supplies,and equipment;Room andboard;Transportation;Other necessaryexpensesNone (but seeStudents inMidwestern disasterareas underQualified EducationExpenses in chapter3 for an exception)None (but seeStudents inMidwestern disasterareas underQualified EducationExpenses in chapter2 for an exception)Course-relatedexpensessuch as fees,books,supplies, andequipmentWhatexpensesqualifybesidestuition andrequiredenrollmentfees?Required byemployeror law to keeppresent job, salary,status; Maintain orimprove job skillsUndergraduateand graduateUndergraduateand graduateUndergraduateand graduateUndergraduateand graduateUndergraduateand graduateK-12Undergraduateand graduateUndergraduateand graduateUndergraduateand graduate;Courses toacquire orimprove job skills1st 2 years ofundergraduate(postsecondary)Undergraduateand graduateK-12Whateducationqualifies?Cannot be to meetminimum educationalrequirements ofpresent trade/business; Cannotqualify you for newtrade/businessNo otherconditionsApplies onlyto qualified seriesEE bonds issuedafter 1989 orseries I bondsNo otherconditionsNo otherconditionsAssets must be distributed atage 30 unless special needsbeneficiaryCannot claimboth deduction &educationcredit forsame studentin same yearMust have beenat least half-timestudent in degreeprogramNo otherconditionsCan be claimedfor only 2 taxyears; Must beenrolled at leasthalf-time in adegree program;No felony drugconviction(s)Must be in degreeor vocationalprogram; Paymentof tuitionand required feesmust be allowedunder the grantWhat aresome of theotherconditionsthatapply?May besubject to limiton itemizeddeductionsNo phaseout $48,000 - $58,000$55,000-$70,000; $65,000-$80,000; $95,000 -$110,000;No phaseout No phaseout$67,100 - $82,100; No phaseout$100,650-130,650for joint and qualifyingwidow(er) returns$190,000-$220,000for joint returns$130,000-$160,000for joint returns$115,000-$145,000for joint returns$96,000 - $116,000for joint returnsIn whatincomerange dobenefitsphase out?* Any nontaxable distribution is limited to the amount that does not exceed qualified education expenses.Table from Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service, Publication 970, TAX Benefits for Higher Education.

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ACADEMICINFORMATIONTRANSFER OF CREDIT TO SOUTHTEXAS COLLEGEA student transferring from another accreditedcollege or university is eligible for admissionif the student is eligible for readmission to theinstitution previously attended. Students who areon academic or disciplinary suspension from thelast institution attended will be admitted to theCollege on a probationary status for one term onlyand will be blocked from further registration untilterm grades illustrating positive scholastic progressare available. Transfer students must comply withthe Standards of Scholastic Progress. Credits forcourses in which a passing grade, “C” or better,has been earned may be transferred to SouthTexas College from any college accredited throughone of the regional accrediting associationsof the Association of Colleges and Schools.Developmental, or any other non-degree creditcourse, cannot be used in determining gradepoint averages.Coursework completed at a college outsidethe United States should be evaluated by anAmerican Association of Collegiate Registrarsand Admissions officers (AACRAO) approvedevaluating service. A list of such services isavailable at the office of Admissions and Records.A course-by-course evaluation of a transcript whichhas been translated to English will be completed byappropriate personnel as needed for a degree planor program planning in the enrollment process.Courses transferred will be posted to the student’sSouth Texas College transcript as earned hours.TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM SOUTHTEXAS COLLEGELower-division courses included in the ACADEMICCOURSE GUIDE MANUAL and specified inthe definition of “Lower-Division Course Credit”shall be freely transferable to and accepted ascomparable degree credit by any Texas publicinstitution of higher education where the equivalentcourse is available for fulfilling baccalaureatedegree requirements. It is understood that eachTexas institution of higher education may havelimitations that invalidate courses after a specificlength of time.For Texas community colleges, these freelytransferable courses are identified in the latestrevised edition of the Coordinating BoardPublication COMMUNITY COLLEGE GENERALACADEMIC COURSE GUIDE MANUAL-AM A N U A L O F A P P R O V E D A C A D E M I CTRANSFER COURSES FOR INSTRUCTIONAT TEXAS PUBLIC COMMUNITY COLLEGES(revised SPRING 2005). Specifically excluded arecourses designated as vocational, ESL, ESOL,technical, developmental or remedial, and courseslisted as “basic skills.”For senior four-year institutions, lower divisioncourses that have the same course contentand Texas Common Course Numbering System(TCCNS) codes as approved by the CoordinatingBoard shall bear equivalent credit. Specificallyexcluded are courses designated as ESL, ESOL,technical, and developmental/remedial courses.For information regarding transferability of coursesto institutions outside of Texas, students shouldcheck with the institution receiving the credit.TRANSCRIPTS FROM OTHERINSTITUTIONSSouth Texas College does not issue copies oftranscripts (high school or university) or otherdocuments received from other institutions.Notice: As permitted under section 99.34 (a)(1)(ii) of the Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act of 1974 as amended, and uponthe request of The University of Texas-PanAmerican, South Texas College will forwardeducational records to UT-Pan American forstudents who seek or intend to enroll there.TRANSFER DISPUTESIf course credit earned by a student at anotherinstitution of higher education in Texas is notaccepted by South Texas College, or if coursecredit earned by a student of South Texas Collegeis not accepted by another institution of highereducation in Texas, the student and the transferringinstitution will receive written notice that thetransfer of the course is denied. Both STC andthe other institution along with the student shallattempt to resolve the transfer of the course creditin accordance with Coordinating Board rules. If thetransfer is not resolved to the satisfaction of thestudent, or the institution at which the credit wasearned within 45 days after the date the studentreceived written notice of the denial, the institutiondenying transfer will notify the commissioner ofhigher education of its denial and the reason fordenial. The commissioner of higher educationor the commissioner’s designee will make thefinal determination about a dispute concerningthe transfer of course credit and will give writtennotice of the determination to the involved studentand institutions.ORIENTATION 101(COLLEGE SUCCESS)This course helps the student to determinea personal learning style, manage time andmoney, memorize information, read textbooksfor maximum learning, take effective class notes,take tests, think critically, communicate, developa career plan, write a resume, and dress andinterview successfully for employment.This course is a requirement for all first-timedevelopmental students who have not passedall sections of an Alternative Exam (THEA). Thiscourse is also required for all students (includingtransfer students) with grade point averages below34

2.0. It is not required for students enrolled in acertificate program (42 or fewer semester credithours or equivalent) or for students who are TSIexempt.CHANGE OF SCHEDULEStudents must use a drop/add form for all schedulechanges once classes have begun. If the requestoriginates with the student, the change must becompleted within the time specified in the collegecalendar. A one-time fee of $25 will be charged.The College reserves the right to make changesin a student’s schedule; when this occurs, no feeis charged.Within the parameters of the calendar in effect,student may drop a course. A grade of “W”(Withdrew) may be received. Refer to the academiccalendar for information concerning withdrawaldates.Students who are Texas Success Initiative (TSI)mandated to attend a developmental course(s)must remain in at least one developmentalcourse unless they plan to withdraw from theCollege. Students who are required to enroll intwo or three developmental courses may notdrop developmental courses without approvalof the office of Student Support Services.Upon re-enrollment, the student must enroll indevelopmental courses as approved by the officeof Student Support Services.All changes in schedule, including adding anddropping courses, must be arranged by the studentin writing. Changes are not official until all stepsin the process have been completed. Records ofwithdrawal and re-enrollment will be maintained.WITHDRAWAL FROM SEMESTERCREDIT COURSESInitiation of WithdrawalWithdrawal from a course results in a grade of“W” and may be affected through action takenby the affected student, the course instructor,the instructor’s immediate supervisor, or theappropriate administrator.A student who decides to withdraw from aspecific course(s) should initiate withdrawalprocedures by securing a drop form from theoffice of Admissions and Records or any StudentInformation Center. The form must be turned into the office of Admissions and Records prior tothe published deadline for withdrawals. Studentswho are failing a course and have not withdrawnas of the established deadline will receive an “F”.A student who is not progressing satisfactorilytoward completion of course objectives due tonon-attendance may be withdrawn from the courseby the instructor.discontinue attending a course should promptlytake steps through the office of Admissions andRecords to officially withdraw from it. Failure towithdraw properly will result in a grade of “F” inthe course. Instructors are authorized, but notrequired, to withdraw students that in their opinionare not able to successfully complete a course.A student may appeal an instructor-initiatedwithdrawal.Course withdrawals may occur at any time afterthe official reporting date of a semester and upto the established deadline for withdrawals ineach semester. The established deadline willbe approximately three weeks prior to the endof each semester. The specific deadline will bepublished in a timely manner in the appropriateCollege publications.COURSE LOADA full-time student is defined to be a studentenrolled in 12 or more semester hours. Thenormal course load during the regular semesteris five courses equal to 15 to 17 semester hours.The normal course load for each Summer term istwo courses totalling six to eight semester hours.BASIC SKILLS TESTThe Texas State Education Code requires thatall students be tested for reading, writing, andmathematics skills. All full-time or part-timestudents enrolled in a degree program or certificateprogram that deviates from their certificate degreeplan and students in high school enrolling in acollege-level course MUST take an Alternativeexam (ACCUPLACER, ASSET, COMPASS, orTHEA) before enrolling in any college-levelcredit coursework. For more information aboutplacement testing and Alternative exam (THEA),refer to the TSI section located in the AdmissionsGuidelines chapter of this catalog.Students scoring below college level in theirbasic skills (reading, writing, mathematics) mustbe “continuously” enrolled in developmentalcoursework for any section of an Alternative exam(ACCUPLACER, ASSET, COMPASS, or THEA)not passed.Students who require developmental courseworkactivity, but do not register for developmentalcoursework, will be required to drop academiccourses in which they were enrolled.It is the student’s responsibility to initiate thewithdrawal process. The College is not responsiblefor any liabilities incurred as a result of the student’sfailure to officially withdraw from the College.Students whose circumstances require them to35

ACADEMIC TRANSFERABLE COURSESThe following STC academic courses are transferable in accordance to the Texas Common CourseNumbering System. Four-year institutions determine which courses will be required for degrees at theirinstitution. (Last modified: August 2009)Accounting◆ACCT 2401 Principles of Financial Accounting◆ACCT 2402 Principles of Managerial AccountingAnthropology◆ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology◆ANTH 2302 Introduction to Archeology◆ANTH 2346 General Anthropology◆ANTH 2351 Cultural AnthropologyArt◆ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation◆ARTS 1303 Art Survey I◆ARTS 1304 Art Survey II◆ARTS 1311 Design I◆ARTS 1312 Design II◆ARTS 1316 Drawing I◆ARTS 1317 Drawing II◆ARTS 2289 Academic Cooperative◆ARTS 2316 Painting I◆ARTS 2317 Painting II◆ARTS 2323 Drawing III◆ARTS 2324 Drawing Iv◆ARTS 2326 Sculpture I◆ARTS 2327 Sculpture II◆ARTS 2333 Printmaking I◆ARTS 2334 Printmaking II◆ARTS 2341 Art Metals/Jewelry Design I◆ARTS 2342 Art Metals/Jewelry Design II◆ARTS 2346 Ceramics I◆ARTS 2347 Ceramics II◆ARTS 2348 Digital Art I◆ARTS 2349 Digital Art II◆ARTS 2356 Photography I (Fine Arts Emphasis)◆ARTS 2357 Photography II (Fine Arts Emphasis)Astronomy◆PHYS 1403 Introductory Astronomy I(formerly PHYS 1411)◆PHYS 1404 Introductory Astronomy II(formerly PHYS 1412)Biology◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL◆BIOL361322 Nutrition and Diet Therapy1408 General Biology I1409 General Biology II1411 General Botany1413 General Zoology2306 Environmental Biology2320 Microbiology for the Food Services2389 Academic Cooperative in theBiological Life Sciences2401 Anatomy and Physiology I2402 Anatomy and Physiology II2416 Genetics2421 Microbiology2428 Comparative Vertebrate AnatomyAcademic transferable courses continuedBusiness Administration◆BUSI◆BUSI1301 Business Principles2301 Business LawChemistry◆CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I◆CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II◆CHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry I◆CHEM 2425 Organic Chemistry IIChild Care and Development◆EDUC 1325 Principles and Practicesof Multicultural Education◆TECA 1303 Family, School, and Community◆TECA 1311 Educating Young Children◆TECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child◆TECA 1354 Child Growth and DevelopmentCommunications◆COMM 2311 News Gathering and Writing I◆COMM 2315 News Gathering and Writing IIComputer Science◆BCIS 1332 Cobol Programming◆BCIS 2332 Advanced Cobol Programming◆COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications◆COSC 1315 Fundamentals of Programming◆COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I◆COSC 1337 Programming Fundamentals II◆COSC 1430 Computer Programming◆COSC 2325 Computer Organizationand Machine Language◆COSC 2330 Advanced Structured Languages◆COSC 2336 Programming Fundamentals IIICriminal Justice◆CRIJ◆CRIJ◆CRIJ◆CRIJ◆CRIJ◆CRIJ1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice1306 Court Systems and Practices1307 Crime in America1310 Fundamentals of Criminal Law2313 Correctional Systems & Practices2328 Police Systems and PracticesDance◆DANC 1210 Tap Dance◆DANC 1241 Ballet I◆DANC 1242 Ballet II◆DANC 1245 Modern Dance◆DANC 1247 Jazz Dance I◆DANC 1248 Jazz Dance II◆DANC 1253 Spanish Ballet I◆DANC 2303 Dance AppreciationDrama◆DRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation◆DRAM 1351 Acting IEconomics◆ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro◆ECON 2302 Principles of Economics II-Micro

Education◆EDUC 1301 Introduction to the Teaching Profession◆EDUC 2301 Introduction to Special PopulationsEngineering◆ENGR 1101 Introduction to Engineering◆ENGR 1204 Engineering Graphics◆ENGR 2301 Statics◆ENGR 2302 Dynamics◆ENGR 2430 Digital Systems Engineering IEnglish◆ENGL 1301 Composition◆ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric◆ENGL 2289 English Academic Capstone◆ENGL 2307 Creative Writing I◆ENGL 2308 Creative Writing II◆ENGL 2311 Technical Writing◆ENGL 2321 British Literature◆ENGL 2326 American Literature◆ENGL 2331 World Literature◆ENGL 2341 Introduction to Literature◆ENGL 2342 Studies in Themes and Genres◆ENGL 2351 Mexican American Literature◆ENGL 2389 Cooperative in EnglishGeography◆GEOG 1301 Principles of Physical GeographyGeology◆GEOL 1403 Physical Geology◆GEOL 1404 Historical Geology◆GEOL 1445 Oceanography◆GEOL 1447 MeteorologyGovernment◆GOVT 2301 American Government I◆GOVT 2302 American Government II◆GOVT 2304 Introduction to Political Science◆GOVT 2311 Mexican-American Politics◆GOVT 2389 Academic Cooperativein GovernmentHistory◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST◆HIST1301 United States History I1302 United States History II2301 Texas History2311 Western Civilization I2312 Western Civilization II2321 World Civilizations I2322 World Civilizations II2327 Mexican American History I2328 Mexican American History II2381 African American HistoryHumanities◆HUMA 1301 Introduction to the Humanities I◆HUMA 1302 Introduction to the Humanities II◆HUMA 1305 Introduction to Mexican-AmericanStudies◆HUMA 1311 Mexican-American Fine ArtsAppreciation◆HUMA 1315 Fine Arts Appreciation◆HUMA 2319 American Minority Studies◆HUMA 2323 World CulturesKinesiology◆KINE 1100 Fitness Walking◆KINE 1101 Fitness and Motor Development I◆KINE 1103 Weight Training and Conditioning I◆KINE 1104 Weight Training and Conditioning II◆KINE 1105 Badminton◆KINE 1107 Basketball I◆KINE 1109 Bowling I◆KINE 1110 Bowling II◆KINE 1111 Flag Football I◆KINE 1113 Golf I◆KINE 1114 Golf II◆KINE 1115 Karate I◆KINE 1116 Karate II◆KINE 1119 Racquetball I◆KINE 1120 Racquetball II◆KINE 1121 Soccer I◆KINE 1123 Softball I◆KINE 1125 Swimming I◆KINE 1126 Swimming II◆KINE 1127 Tennis I◆KINE 1128 Tennis II◆KINE 1129 Volleyball I◆KINE 1131 Yoga and Flexibility Training◆KINE 1132 Self Defense and Personal Safety◆KINE 1133 Outdoor Adventure Training◆KINE 1144 Fitness and Wellness I(formerly KINE 1151)◆KINE 1149 Team Sports I◆KINE 1150 Team Sports II◆KINE 1210 Aerobic Dance I◆KINE 1211 Aerobic Dance II◆KINE 1251 Beginning Scuba◆KINE 1252 Scuba II◆KINE 1253 Lifeguard Training◆KINE 1301 Introduction to Kinesiology◆KINE 1304 Personal Health and Wellness◆KINE 1305 Community and Environmental Health◆KINE 1306 First Aid and Safety◆KINE 1308 Sports Officiating I◆KINE 1309 Sports Officiating II◆KINE 1321 Techniques of Coaching Sports I◆KINE 1322 Techniques for Coaching Sports II◆KINE 1331 Kinesiology for Elementary School◆KINE 1346 Drug Use and Abuse in Society◆KINE 2255 Water Safety Instructor◆ROTC 1201 Marksmanship and First Aid◆ROTC 1202 Survival and Land Navigation Training◆ROTC 3202 Advanced Army Physical DevelopmentMathematics◆MATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry◆MATH 1324 Finite Mathematics◆MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics◆MATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics I◆MATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics II◆MATH 1414 College Algebra◆MATH 1425 Business Calculus◆MATH 1442 Statistics◆MATH 2412 Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry◆MATH 2413 Calculus I◆MATH 2414 Calculus II◆MATH 2415 Calculus III◆MATH 2418 Linear Algebra◆MATH 2420 Differential EquationsAcademic transferable courses continued37

Music◆MUAP 1201 Applied Violin◆MUAP 1202 Applied Viola◆MUAP 1203 Applied Cello◆MUAP 1204 Applied Double Bass◆MUAP 1205 Applied Flute◆MUAP 1206 Applied Clarinet◆MUAP 1207 Applied Saxophone◆MUAP 1208 Applied Trumpet◆MUAP 1209 Applied French Horn◆MUAP 1210 Applied Trombone◆MUAP 1211 Applied Baritone◆MUAP 1212 Applied Oboe◆MUAP 1213 Applied Bassoon◆MUAP 1214 Applied Tuba◆MUAP 1215 Applied Percussion◆MUAP 1216 Applied Guitar◆MUAP 1217 Applied Piano◆MUAP 1218 Applied Voice◆MUEN 1121 Band Ensemble◆MUEN 1131 Mariachi Ensemble◆MUEN 1141 Choir Ensemble◆MUSI 1181 Piano Class I◆MUSI 1182 Piano Class II◆MUSI 1183 Voice Class I◆MUSI 1184 Voice Class II◆MUSI 1192 Guitar Class◆MUSI 1193 Guitar Class II◆MUSI 1258 Opera Workshop◆MUSI 1290 Electronic Music I◆MUSI 1291 Electronic Music II◆MUSI 1301 Fundamentals of Music◆MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation◆MUSI 1308 Music Literature I◆MUSI 1309 Music Literature II◆MUSI 1311 Music Theory I◆MUSI 1312 Music Theory II◆MUSI 2181 Piano Class II◆MUSI 2182 Piano Class IV◆MUSI 2183 Voice Class III◆MUSI 2184 Voice Class IV◆MUSI 2311 Music Theory III◆MUSI 2312 Music Theory IVPhilosophy◆PHIL◆PHIL◆PHIL◆PHIL◆PHIL◆PHIL◆PHIL◆PHIL◆PHIL381301 Introduction to Philosophy1304 Introduction to World Religions2303 Introduction to Logic2306 Introduction to Ethics2307 Introduction to Social andPolitical Philosophy2316 History of Classical andModern Philosophy I2317 History of Classical andModern Philosophy II2318 Contemporary Philosophy2321 Philosophy of ReligionPhysics◆PHYS 1401 College Physics I◆PHYS 1402 College Physics IIPhysical Science◆PHYS 1415 Physical Science I◆PHYS 1417 Physical Science IIAcademic transferable courses continued◆PHYS 2425 University Physics I◆PHYS 2426 University Physics IIPsychology◆PSYC 2301 General Psychology◆PSYC 2302 Applied Psychology◆PSYC 2306 Human Sexuality◆PSYC 2307 Adolescent Psychology◆PSYC 2308 Child Psychology◆PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growth and Development◆PSYC 2315 Psychology of Human Adjustment◆PSYC 2316 Psychology of Personality◆PSYC 2317 Statistical Methods in Psychology◆PSYC 2319 Social PsychologySign Language (American)◆SGNL 1301 Beginning American SignLanguage I◆SGNL 1302 Beginning American SignLanguage II◆SGNL 2301 Intermediate AmericanSign Language I◆SGNL 2302 Intermediate American SignLanguage IISociology◆SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology◆SOCI 1306 Contemporary Social Problems◆SOCI 2301 Marriage and the Family◆SOCI 2319 Minority StudiesSocial Work◆SOCW 2361 Introduction to Social Work◆SOCW 2362 Social Welfare as a Social InstitutionSpanish◆SPAN 1300 Beginning Spanish Conversation I◆SPAN 1310 Beginning Spanish Conversation II◆SPAN 1311 Beginning Spanish for Spanish Speakers◆SPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish IIfor Spanish Speakers◆SPAN 1411 Beginning Spanish Ifor Non-Spanish Speakers◆SPAN 1412 Beginning Spanish IIfor Non-Spanish Speakers◆SPAN 1505 Intensive Beginning Spanish◆SPAN 2306 Intermediate ConversationalSpanish◆SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish I◆SPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II◆SPAN 2316 Career Spanish I◆SPAN 2317 Career Spanish II◆SPAN 2321 Introduction to Spanish Literature I◆SPAN 2322 Introduction to Spanish Literature II◆SPAN 2323 Introduction to Latin AmericanLiterature◆SPAN 2324 Spanish Culture◆SPAN 2389 Academic CooperativeSpeech◆SPCH 1311 Introduction to Speech Communication◆SPCH 1315 Public Speaking◆SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communications◆SPCH 1321 Business and Professional Speaking◆SPCH 2333 Discussion and Small GroupCommunication◆SPCH 2335 Argumentation and Debate

CREDIT BY EXAMINATIONCredit given by examination may be earned inall technical courses. Students who have beengiven grades other than a “W” in the courseare eligible for credit by examination unless thecourse is otherwise unavailable and is requiredfor graduation. Grades for credit by examinationare recorded as credit and are not considered incomputing grade point averages. The minimumpassing score for credit by examination is 80.Credit earned by students not yet enrolled atSTC are held in escrow until the student earnssix traditional credit hours at STC. Students mayearn no more than 15 credit hours by examination.Credit awarded for testing at South Texas Collegemay or may not meet minimum requirementsfor credit at other institutions. It is the student’sresponsibility to check with the school they plan onattending to verify transfer requirements.Cost of Credit by examination is tuition only (basedon the student’s residency status). The tuition costfor the course must be paid to the Business officeand a receipt presented to the instructor before thestudent is permitted to take the examination. Theinstructor must submit the credit by examinationform and a copy of the exam to the office ofAdmissions and Records.College Entrance ExaminationBoard (CEEB)High school seniors anticipating advancedplacement through CEEB Advanced Placementshould make arrangements with their counselorsto take the proper examination.This should be farenough in advance of their first college semesterfor their scores to be received by the college andto be evaluated before the first registration periodbegins. A student must have taken the CEEB withinthe last five (5) years in order to receive credit.Required scores for CEEB creditSubjectMin.ScoreSTC CourseBiology 3 BIOL 1408,1409Environ.ScienceChemistryScience (A)ComputerScience (A)Economics(Macro)Economics(Micro)Eng. Lang./Comp.Eng. Lang./Comp.Eng. Lang./Comp.3 BIOL 2306 33 CHEM 1411, 814123 COSC 1301 33 ECON 2301 33 ECON 2302 33 ENGL 1301, 613023 ENGL 1301 34 ENGL 1301,2341Hrs.Credit86Required scores for CEEB creditAmericanHistoryEuropeanHistoryMath(AB Cal.)Math(BC Cal.)3 HIST 1301,130263 HIST 2311, 623123 MATH 2413 44 MATH 2413,2414Physics 3 PHYS 1401,1402PoliticalScienceSpanishLang./Lit.SpanishLang./Lit.3 GOVT 2301, 323023 SPAN 1411 34 SPAN 1411,1412College Level ExaminationProgram (CLEP)CLEP Subject Examinations are standardized,90-minute, multiple-choice tests designed forcredit-granting purposes in specific areas. Theexams are given by arrangement, and one or twotests can be taken in one day of testing. For a listof test dates, visit the Testing Center. In preparingfor the test, the examinee may purchase apublication titled The official Student Guide for theCLEP Examinations, available in the bookstore, ororder one from the College Board using the orderfrom attached to the CLEP Registration AdmissionForm.An examinee does not have to be enrolled atSTC to take a CLEP test on campus; however, noSTC credit will be posted to a transcript until thestudent officially enrolls and earns six (6) hours ofacademic credit. A student must have taken theCLEP exam within the last five (5) years in orderto receive credit.Individuals planning on transferring to otherinstitutions may take the exams at this center.However, the individual is responsible for checkingwith the institution at which he or she is planningto enroll to verify which CLEP tests are acceptedfor credit.Required scores for CLEPSubject Examination creditSubjectMin.ScoreSTC CourseInfo. Systems 50 COSC 1301 3and Comp.Apps.Accounting 50 ACCT82401,2402Biology 50 BIOL 1408, 81409Business 50 BUSI 2301 3LawChemistry 50 CHEM 1411,14128886Hrs.CreditCLEP continued on next page39

Required scores for CLEPSubject Examination creditEconomics/ 50 ECON 2302 3Micro.Economics/ 50 ECON 2301 3Macro.Composition 50 ENGL61302,1302Spanish 65 SPAN 1411, 61412Analy. and 50 ENGL 2341 3Interp. of Lit.American Lit. 50 ENGL 2326 3English Lit. 50 ENGL 2321 3AmericanHistory50 HIST 1301,1302Western Civ. 50 HIST 2311, 62312College 50 MATH 1414 4AlgebraCalculus 50 MATH 2413, 82414Poli. Sci. 50 GOVT 2301 3Psychology 50 PSYC 2301 3Sociology 50 SOCI 1301 3College 50 MATH 1332 3MathematicsPrinciples ofManagement53 TMGT 3305 3Principles ofMarketingIntro. toBusiness Law53 TMGT 3000(upper-levelelective)354 TMGT 3336 36GRADING SYSTEMThe following grading system is used at SouthTexas College:Grade Interpretation Grade PointsPer Sem. HourA Excellent 4B Good 3C Satisfactory 2D Minimum Passing 1F Failing 0I Incomplete Not ComputedW Withdrew Not ComputedAUD Audit Not ComputedCR Credit Given for Not ComputedN Non-Credit Not ComputedS Passing Not ComputedP Passing Not ComputedNP Not Passing Not ComputedIP In Progress Not ComputedCertain grades are utilized in particular courses.Each course syllabi will indicate the grades thatmay be issued in the course.The grade of "I" (for Incomplete) may be given byan instructor in certain circumstances for a coursein which a student was unable to complete all of theobjectives for the passing grade level attempted.The student must complete all of the objectivesas dictated by the instructor by the end of the nextlong (Fall or Spring) term. Failure to complete allrequirements by the end of the next long (Fall orSpring) term will result in a final grade of “F” or“NP” for the course.With the exception of the "I", all grades areconsidered final unless College error is involved.In the event of a grade dispute, an appeal processis provided.In the case of a repeated course, the last gradereceived will be used for degree plan requirementsas applicable and as part of the student’scumulative grade point average.South Texas College accepts the responsibility toestablish and maintain standards of excellencein the courses taught and to subscribe to thefollowing principles:1. We recognize the need for consistencyand fairness in the evaluation of studentperformance.2. We fully recognize the need to maintainpublic confidence in the academic integrityof the College.40

SCHOLASTICPROGRESSSTANDARDSIn an effort to promote student success, SouthTexas College has established categories ofstudents based on the student’s scholasticprogress.Students are expected to meet academic standardsfor coursework completed at South Texas College.Students who fail to maintain a cumulative gradepoint average of 2.00 (C average) are consideredscholastically deficient and will be placed onearly academic alert, mandatory intervention oracademic suspension as appropriate. All gradepoints earned by a student will be included inthe computation of the current semester gradepoint average. All grade points earned by astudent, including developmental courses andthe College Success course, will be included inthe computation of the cumulative grade pointaverage. In the case of a repeated course, the lastgrade recorded will be used in the computation.The scholastic progress standards for studentsattending the College are as follows:Level ofAcademic StatusGood StandingEarly Academic AlertMandatory InterventionAcademic SuspensionGPA CriteriaCumulative GPAis 2.00 or aboveCumulative or currentsemester GPA,including developmentalcoursework, below 2.00.Previously on EarlyAcademic Alert andcurrent semester GPAis below 2.00.Previously onMandatory Interventionand current semesterGPA is below 2.00.Good Standing, Early Academic Alert, MandatoryIntervention, and Academic Suspension will bedetermined each regular (Fall or Spring) semesteron the basis of the student's current semestergrade point average, including developmentalstudies and College Success coursework.Academic suspension may last for one regular fallor spring semester. Students placed on academicsuspension may enroll for summer sessions for thepurpose of raising their cumulative GPA to the levelrequired for good standing.Early Academic Alert occurs at the end of anysemester when a student's current semester GPAdrops below 2.00.Mandatory Intervention is a system of monitoringstudent grades in all South Texas College forstudents placed on Early Academic Alert in order toidentify those who continue to experience difficultyin making satisfactory progress. MandatoryIntervention occurs at the end of the semesterfollowing Early Academic Alert when a student'scurrent semester GPA remains below 2.00.Academic SuspensionAcademic Suspension is a system of forcedinterruption in attendance at the College in thoseinstances where a student is unable to maintainsatisfactory academic progress. AcademicSuspension occurs when the student who haspreviously been on Mandatory Intervention failsto earn a 2.00 in the current semester.Readmission After A Period of SuspensionAfter a period of scholastic suspension, a studentmay be readmitted on academic probation.Before readmission under probationary status,the suspended student must report to officeof Counseling and Advising for an academiccounseling interview.A student on academic suspension who raises theircumulative GPA to 2.00 or higher can be reinstatedin good standing following application to theoffice of Admissions and Records. Removal fromsuspension can be most effectively accomplishedby re-enrolling for courses in which the student hasa failing grade.If a student who has been suspended feelsthat unusual circumstances warrant a review,the student may provide a written appeal to theScholastic Appeals Committee in care of theCounseling and Advisement Center.All students are responsible for knowing whetherthey are eligible to continue at the College. Anineligible student who nevertheless registers shallbe dropped and cannot attend classes. Studentsshall not receive special consideration for lackof knowledge of scholastic status, regardless ofwhether the student registered and paid fees.Early Academic AlertEarly Academic Alert is a system of monitoringstudent grades in all South Texas College coursesin order to identify those who are experiencingdifficulty in making satisfactory progress.41

DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIESPROGRAMSouth Texas College offers students the opportunityto develop college-level skills in mathematics,reading, writing and college success.Based on the results of an Alternative Exam;i.e., ACCUPLACER, ASSET, COMPASS, and/or THEA, students are placed in the appropriateDevelopmental Studies courses if the coursesare required.Students who do not pass one of the state-requiredAlternative Exam(s) must continue to remainin Developmental Studies courses (in whichdeficiencies have been identified) until they passall three sections of an Alternative Exam.Failure to remain in a Developmental Studiescourse will result in the students’ compulsorywithdrawal from all college courses.The Center for Learning Excellence is anothermeans by which Developmental Studies studentsreceive individualized tutoring in most subjectareas.The Center for Learning Excellence is equippedwith computer, printers and software for thosestudents who need to work on college papers orprepare for an Alternative Exam (ACCUPLACER,ASSET, COMPASS, and/or THEA).STUDENT ABSENCES ONRELIGIOUS HOLY DAYSSouth Texas College shall excuse a student fromattending classes or other required activities,including examinations, for the observance of areligious holy day, including travel for that purpose.A student whose absence is excused may not bepenalized for that absence and shall be allowed totake an examination or complete an assignmentfrom which the student is excused within one weekafter the absence.A student who is excused may not be penalized forthe absence, but the instructor may appropriatelyrespond if the student fails to satisfactorilycomplete the assignment or examination.The student must notify the instructor(s) in writingof the proposed absence using a form providedby the institution no later than the 15th day ofthe fall or spring semester and the fifth day of thesummer term, during which the approved absenceis being requested.In some cases, a letter of verification of theobserved holy day from the religious institution maybe required. Forms are available in the office ofAdmissions and Records at each campus.ATTENDANCE POLICYRegular and punctual class attendance is importantto the attainment of the educational objectives ofthe College. In some cases, an instructor willhave additional attendance guidelines withadministrative approval which will be consistentwith the fundamental policy but will fulfill individualcourse requirements.The policy will be explained in detail to the class atthe beginning of the semester and will be includedin the course syllabus. The attendance policy iseffective on the first official day of classes.The South Texas College policy states:As a premier learning-centered highereducation institution, student attendanceand participation is paramount to academicsuccess; therefore, regular and punctualattendance in class and laboratories isexpected of all students.It is the student's responsibility tocommunicate with the faculty memberconcerning any absence as specified by therespective course syllabus. The student maybe required to present evidence to supportan absence and make-up work for classabsences will be permitted only as specifiedby the faculty in the course syllabus.Dropping a course is the responsibility of thestudent and not taking the appropriate stepsmay result in an "F" for the course.In addition to Division based guidelinesrelated to attendance, faculty may dropstudents, prior to the withdrawal deadlinewhen, in the opinion of the faculty, thestudent would have difficulty in successfullycompleting the course.STUDENT CODEOF CONDUCTDetailed information regarding South TexasCollege's expectations for students is presentedin the Student Code of Conduct.The Student Code of Conduct is an articulation ofSouth Texas College’s commitment to maintainingan environment that recognizes and supportsthe rights of its students and provides a guidefor defining behaviors the College considersinappropriate.The Student Code of Conduct is available in theStudent Handbook, which can be found online atstudentservices.southtexascollege.edu/studentlifeor by contacting the Conflict Resolution Center at956-872-2180.42

ACADEMIC HONORSHONORS PROGRAMThe South Texas College Honors Program isdesigned to provide progressive opportunitiesfor study and innovative challenges to studentswho are highly motivated, intellectually gifted,academically well-prepared, and/or exceptionallycreative.The program offers unique opportunities forenrichment that will enhance and encourageintellectual curiosity, good citizenship, andleadership skills. Students participating in thechallenging standards of this program will beformally recognized and will receive assistancewith transfer opportunities.Specific goals of the program include:4 Providing realistic experiences and applicationsthat enhance learning.4 Providing an expanded arena for establishingtransfer, scholarship, and articulationopportunities with four-year collegesand universities.4 Providing opportunities for comparative studies,community service, and leadership.Admission RequirementsStudents must apply for admission to the HonorsPrograms and once accepted they must sign anHonors Program Student Course Contract.Applications may be obtained from the HonorsProgram Coordinator. Each application will bereviewed and admission determined by the HonorsProgram Coordinator. Students may apply at anytime during the academic year.For further information about the Honors Program,contact the Honors Program Coordinator, HéctorVillarreal at 956-872-6440 or by email to hectorv@southtexascollege.edu.To be eligible to apply for the STC Honors Program,a student must be THEA complete and must havea cumulative college GPA of 3.25 on transferablecourses only.To apply, the student must:1. Submit a complete Honors Application Form2. Submit STC transcript demonstrating GPA3. Meet with the Honors Program CoordinatorAll Honors Program students will receive advising,scheduling, and consultation within the HonorsProgram.Continuing Eligibility StandardsTo remain in the Honors Program, the student mustmaintain a 3.25 GPA and enroll in one Honorscourse each semester while attending South TexasCollege. If a student’s GPA falls below a 3.25, thestudent will be placed on probationary status forone semester.Removal from probationary status is achieved byraising the cumulative GPA to 3.25 or higher. Astudent who continues to maintain a GPA lowerthan 3.25 beyond the probationary period will bedismissed from the Honors Program.Curriculum StructureHonors InstructionThe Honors Curriculum is concentrated incoursework designated as STC Core Curriculumand Bachelors of Applied Technology requiredcourses at South Texas College.The Honors Program provides each student withan Advising Plan, the outline of which is determinedby the program of study chosen by the student.Each Advising Plan is outlined by semester andsuggests Core Curriculum or junior and seniorlevel coursework and field of study coursework tobe taken prior to graduation.The Honors Curriculum will be presented tostudents in specially designed Honors classsections. Each Honors section is limited inenrollment, instructed by specifically choseninstructors, and incorporates enrichment activitiesor thematic exploration, which may include thosethemes highlighted each year by the Phi ThetaKappa International Honor Society.Both lower and upper level honor courses willincorporate, but not limited to, the five HonorProgram course componentsStructure for Honors coursework will be providedby scheduling Honors sections according to thesemester outline of each student’s Advising Plan.Year IFirst Semester, Second Semester,and Summer SessionsStudents in the Honors Program will be encouragedto register for Honors sections in the CoreCurriculum. This includes, but is not limited toHonors sections in English; History; Government;Natural Science; Speech; Computer Science;Math, and the Fine Arts.Year IIThird Semester, Fourth Semester,and Summer SessionsStudents enrolled in their second year of study atSTC will be encouraged to enroll in any coursesin the Core Curriculum which they have notcompleted.Year IIIFifth, Sixth, and Summer SessionsStudents, who are enrolled in the Bachelors ofApplied Technology (BAT), will be encouraged toregister for one or more of the BAT required CoreCurriculum courses. These courses include TMGT3302, TMGT 3312, TMGT 3337, TMGT 3411 andTMGT 4320.Year IVSeventh Semester, Eighth Semester,and Summer SessionsStudents will be encouraged to enroll in BATCore Curriculum courses which they have notcompleted. Also, students must complete theCapstone requirement. Students can select eitherTMGT 4347 or TMGT 4296 as their Capstone.43

HONORS PROGRAM GRADUATESStudents, who have applied for an Associatedegree and have completed 18 hours of CoreCurriculum Honors courses and maintained a3.25 or higher GPA, will graduate from the HonorsProgram.Students, who have applied for the Bachelors ofApplied Technology degree and have completed 18hours of BAT Curriculum Honors courses (includingCapstone) and maintained a 3.25 or higher GPA,will graduate from the Honors Program.HONOR GRADUATESHonors at graduation are based on a student’sgrade point average for the total hours completedat South Texas College, excluding developmentalor repeated courses.Students who have completed at least 30 semesterhours at STC with a grade point average of 3.5 orabove will graduate with honors.PHI THETA KAPPA INTERNATIONALHONOR SOCIETY-BETA EPSILON MUCHAPTERThe purpose of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognizeand encourage scholarship among associatedegree students.To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa providesopportunities for the development of leadershipand service, for an intellectual climate to exchangeideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars,and for stimulation of interest in continuingacademic excellence.Each fall and spring semester invitation formembership is extended by the Beta Epsilon MuChapter to students who are currently enrolled,have completed at least 12 academic transferrablehours of coursework leading to an associatedegree, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher(transferable courses only).The scholarships are contingent on studentsbeing enrolled at the college on a full time basis,maintaining a GPA of 3.25 each semester, andparticipating in scholastic and leadership activities.Importantly, the program also requires students tobe actively engaged in community service projects.All community service projects are structured andutilize the team concept as a motivational tool.The Valley Scholars immediately create a naturallearning community that studies and workstogether and is able to build on the synergy of highexpectations and team leadership.For further information about this program, contactProgram Coordinator, Marie Olivarez at 872-6440.PRESIDENTIAL INSPIRATIONALACHIEVEMENT AWARDThe President of South Texas College awards a$1,000 scholarship to the graduating student whohas served as a source of inspiration to his/herfellow students and to faculty and staff as a resultof his/her accomplishments in spite of adversity.PRESIDENT’S HONOR LISTSouth Texas College recognizes students withhigh academic achievement by naming them tothe President’s Honor List.To receive this honor, a student must be enrolledin 12 or more credit hours and must have earned agrade point average (GPA) of a 4.0 on a 4.0 scalefor the semester.VICE PRESIDENT’S HONOR LISTSouth Texas College recognizes students withhigh academic achievement by naming them tothe Vice President’s Honor List. to receive thishonor, a student must be enrolled in 12 or morecredit hours and must have earned a grade pointaverage (GPA) of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale forthe semester.For further information, contact STC's Chapteradvisor Marie E. Olivarez or co-advisor HectorVillarreal at 872-6440.VALLEY SCHOLARS PROGRAMThe Valley Scholars Program was establishedin 1997 to recognize and promote academicexcellence by providing financial assistance,academic support services, mentoring, andleadership development. The program providesa foundation that empowers students to excelin their academic achievements and to becomeleaders that will make significant contributions totheir communities.Valley Scholars are Hidalgo and Starr countyhigh school graduates who are in the top 10percent of their school’s graduating class.Students in the program participate in priorityregistration, the honors program, and receivespecial student employment opportunities atvarious STC campuses.44

EDUCATIONALPROGRAMSCertificate ProgramsCertificate programs are workforce educationprograms consisting of 15-59 semester credithours.Certificate programs are designed to preparestudents with the competencies necessary to entera technical or professional field and are normally abuilding block toward an A.A.S. degree.Level One Certificates consist of 15-42 semestercredit hours and are Texas Success Initiative (TSI)exempt although all certificate programs require abasic skills assessment.Level Two Certificates consist of 43-59 semestercredit hours and require completion of TSIAlternative Exam for graduation.Associate of Applied ScienceDegree (A.A.S.)An Associate of Applied Science degree is awardedupon completion of a prescribed program of studyof 60-72 semester credit hours in a technical orprofessional field. A.A.S. curricula are designedto enable the student to master competenciesrequired to enter an occupation with marketableskills upon graduation.4SpecializationSome A.A.S. degrees offer curriculavariations that allow students to specialize.The specialty does not result in a differentA.A.S. award but allows the student to focuson a specific area within their chosen field.4General Education RequirementAll workforce education students at STCare required to complete 15 semester credithours in general education courses beforereceiving an A.A.S. degree.These 15 hours of general education coursesmust include at least one course in eachof the following three areas: humanities/fine arts; social/behavioral sciences; andmathematics/natural sciences.TRANSFERPROGRAMSBACCALAUREATE PROGRAMSSouth Texas College currently offers a Bachelorof Applied Technology (B.A.T.) in TechnologyManagement and Computer and InformationTechnologies.The B.A.T. In Technology Management consists ofthe 45 semester-credit-hour Core Curriculum, 30semester-credit-hours of lower-division technicalspecialty courses, and 45 semester-credit-hoursof upper-division coursework in TechnologyManagement.The B.A.T. In Computer and InformationTechnologies consists of the 45 semester-credithourCore Curriculum, 40 semester-credit-hoursof lower-division technical specialty courses,and 36 semester-credit-hours of upper-divisioncoursework in Technology Management.ASSOCIATE OF ARTS ANDASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE(A.A. AND A.S.)The Associate of Arts and Associate of Sciencedegrees are designed for students planning totransfer credits to a baccalaureate degree programat a four-year institution.The curricula in this catalog will satisfy therequirements of most four-year institutions.However, students must consult the catalog ofthe institutions to which they wish to transferto determine the specific requirements of thereceiving institution.Formal articulation agreements have beenestablished with several other institutions tofacilitate the transfer of credit. For more information,consult your advisor.4Core CurriculumThe Core Curriculum includes the courses inliberal arts, humanities, sciences, and political,social and cultural history that all students arerequired to complete before receiving an A.A.or A.S. degree.If a student successfully completes the44-45-semester-credit-hour core curriculum atSTC, that block of courses may be transferredto any other public institution of higher educationin Texas and will be substituted for the receivinginstitution's core curriculum.4Field of Study CurriculumThe Field of Study Curriculum includes a setof courses that will satisfy the lower divisionrequirements for a baccalaureate degree in aspecific academic area.A student, who does not plan on earning adegree from South Texas College, but planson transferring to a senior college or university,should follow the appropriate degree plan.45

GRADUATEGUARANTEESubject to the conditions listed below, SouthTexas College guarantees that students earningthe Certificate of Completion, Associate ofApplied Science Degree, or Bachelor of AppliedTechnology, will have the job skills necessaryfor entry level employment in the technical fieldfor which they have been trained. If an employerjudges the graduate as lacking in skills identifiedas exit competencies for the program of study, thegraduate will be provided up to 12 tuition free credithours of additional training.Special conditions which apply to this guaranteeare as follows:1. The graduate must have earned the Certificateof Completion, Associate of Applied Sciencedegree, or Bachelor of Applied Technologybeginning September 1994, or thereafter in aTechnical/Vocational/Occupational programidentified in the College catalog.2. The graduate must have completed the degreeor certificate program with the College(with 75% of credits earned at the College)and must have completed the graduationrequirements within a 3 year time span for theCertificate of Completion, a 5 year time spanfor the Associate of Applied Science, and a7 year time span for the Bachelor of AppliedTechnology.3. The graduate must be employed full-time inan area directly related to the area of programconcentration as certified by the appropriatecareer program chair.4. Employment must commence within 12months of graduation.5. The employer must certify in writing that theemployee is lacking entry-level skills identifiedby the College as the exit level programcompetencies and must specify the areas ofdeficiency within 90 days of the graduate'sinitial employment.6. The employer, graduate, program chair,counselor, and appropriate faculty memberwill develop a written educational plan forretraining.7. Retraining will be limited to 12 credit hoursrelated to the identified skill deficiency and tothose classes regularly scheduled during theperiod covered by the retraining plan.8. All retraining must be completed within acalendar year from the time the educationalplan is agreed upon.9. The graduate and/or employer is responsiblefor the cost of books, insurance, uniforms,fees, and other course-related expenses.10. The guarantee does not imply that thegraduate will pass any licensing or qualifyingexamination for a particular career.11. The students' sole remedy against the Collegeand its employees for skills deficiencies shallbe limited to 12 credit hours of tuition-freecourse work under conditions describedabove.12. Activation of the "Graduate GuaranteeProgram" may be initiated by the graduatethrough contact with the appropriateadministrator within 90 days of the graduate'sinitial employment.GraduationREQUIREMENTSSouth Texas College awards the Bachelor ofApplied Technology, Associate of Art and Associateof Science degrees, Associate of Applied Scienceand the Certificate of Completion.A student who enrolls at South Texas Collegeduring any academic year and who earns creditfor work done during that year may graduate underthe degree requirements provision of the catalogin force during the student's first semester ofenrollment, provided that the student graduateswithin seven years for the bachelor degreeprogram, within five years for an associate degreeprogram, and within three years for a certificateprogram. Otherwise, the student may graduateby fulfilling the degree requirements as publishedin the catalog in force at the time of the student'sgraduation.COURSE SUBSTITUTIONSCourse Substitution Forms are available in theOffice of Admissions and Records. All coursesubstitutions must be initiated at the departmentallevel.The Program Chair of the student’s major willcomplete and approve the Course SubstitutionForm and forward it to the Program Chair of thecourse owner for review and approval. Then, theDean of the course owner will review, approve andforward it to the office of Admissions and Recordsfor processing.GRADUATION CEREMONYAND APPLICATIONThe ceremony for graduation is held in May or atsuch other times determined by the Board basedupon the needs of the College.An application for graduation must be submitted tothe Office of Admissions 4 weeks prior to the endof the fall or spring semester or 30 days prior tothe end of the summer term in which the degree/certificate is to be conferred.A preliminary degree check will be made at thattime. Although participation is optional, graduatesare strongly encouraged to participate in theceremony so that faculty and staff may publiclyexpress their congratulations to each student.46

Those who have satisfied the followingrequirements may be graduated.Bachelor of Applied TechnologyTo be awarded the Bachelor of Applied Technology,the student must satisfy the following requirements:1. Complete the appropriate course of study for a4 year Bachelor of Applied Technologyprogram as specified in the College catalog.Developmental, other non-credit, courseworkdoes not apply toward graduation requirements.2. South Texas College will accept a maximumof 60 semester credits of applicable course worktransferred from another accredited collegeor university toward a Bachelor of AppliedTechnology granted by STC.3. Maintain a minimum average of “C” (2.0 G.P.A.)for all courses in the area of specialization anda minimum overall cumulative average of “C”(2.0 G.P.A. in all other courses).4. Pay all debts to the College prior to graduationAssociate of ArtTo be awarded the Associate of Art degree, thestudent must satisfy the following requirements:1. Complete the appropriate course of study for anAssociate of Art program as listed in the catalog.Developmental, or other non-credit, courseworkdoes not apply toward graduation requirements.2. South Texas College will accept a maximumof 45 semester credits of applicable course worktransferred from another accredited college oruniversity toward an AA granted by STC.3. Maintain a minimum average of a “C” (2.0 GPA)for all courses in the area of emphasis orspecialization and a minimum overall cumulativeaverage of "C" (2.0 GPA) in all other courses.4. Pay all debts to the College prior to graduation.university toward an AAS granted by STC.3. Maintain a minimum average of “C” (2.0 GPA)for all courses in the area of specialization anda minimum overall cumulative average of "C"(2.0 GPA) in all other courses.4. Pay all debts to the College prior to graduation.Certificate of CompletionTo be awarded the Certificate of Completion, thestudent must satisfy the following requirements:1. Complete a course of study for a Certificate ofCompletion program as specified in the Collegecatalog. Developmental, or other non-credit,coursework does not apply toward graduationrequirements.2. Accreditation requirements mandate that atleast 25% of the required semester credits beSTC courses.3. Maintain a minimum average of a “C” (2.0 GPA)for all courses in the area of specialization anda minimum overall cumulative average of "C"(2.0 GPA) in all other courses.4. Pay all debts to the College prior to graduation.Associate of ScienceTo be awarded the Associate of Science degree,the student must satisfy the following requirements:1. Complete the appropriate course of study foran Associate of Science program as specifiedin the College catalog. Developmental, or othernon-credit, coursework does not apply towardgraduation requirements.2. South Texas College will accept a maximumof 45 semester credits of applicable course worktransferred from another accredited college oruniversity toward an AS granted by STC.3. Maintain a minimum average of a “C” (2.0GPA) for all courses in the area of emphasis orspecialization and a minimum overall cumulativeaverage of "C" (2.0 GPA) in all other courses.4. Pay all debts to the College prior to graduation.Associate of Applied ScienceTo be awarded the Associate of Applied Sciencedegree, the student must satisfy the followingrequirements:1. Complete the appropriate course of study for a2 year Associate of Applied Science program asspecified in the College catalog. Developmental,or other non-credit, coursework does not applytoward graduation requirements.2. South Texas College will accept a maximumof 45 semester credits of applicable course worktransferred from another accredited college or47

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STUDEnt SUPPortsErviCEs ProGRAMSThe office of Student Support Services reflectsSouth Texas College’s commitment to provideaccess to higher education and support theeducational goals of students from diversebackgrounds. The staff at the office of StudentSupport Services help achieve academicsuccess through the following services: academicadvisement, career and personal counseling,special services for students with disabilities, andassistance to special populations.COUNSELING SERVICESLife situations at times require professionalassistance. At South Texas College, counselorsprovide many services designed to help studentsattain educational, career, and personal goals.Individual and Group CounselingAcademic Counseling4 One-on-one attention4 Assessment, goal-setting and orientation4 Study skills assessment and training4 Referrals to appropriate services4 Academic Probation/SuspensionCareer Counseling and Transfer Assistance4 Assistance in choosing a career that iscompatible with the student’s interests,personality traits, work values, and abilities.4 Vocational assessment is available throughthe online program called Career Cruising,as well as other instruments.4 Assistance in selecting courses and gaininginformation about transferring to otherinstitutions.4 Through the Transfer Track Program,representatives from other institutions visitSTC and meet with students.Personal CounselingAssistance in resolving crisis or personal issuesinterfering with educational success such as:4 Becoming comfortable in a college setting;4 Making personal, educational, and careerchoices;4 Taking control of one’s life;4 Reducing stress;4 Time-Management;4 Setting goals;4 Eliminating self-defeating behavior;4 Esteeming oneself and others;4 Asserting oneself;4 Coping with crisis;4 Dealing with loss;4 Managing anger;4 Dealing with eating disorders;4 Surviving past physical, emotional, andsexual abuse;4 Coping with alcohol and drug abuse;4 Enhancing relationships;4 Adjusting to cultural diversities;4 Enhancing social skills.4 Fiscal responsibility (Credit Smart)Special topic Presentations, Workshops andNational Mental Health Screenings4 Academic Study Skills Workshops4 Life Skills Workshops4 Career Planning Workshops4 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Awareness Day4 Safe Spring Break Campaign4 National Depression Screening Day4 National Alcohol Screening Day4 National Eating Disorders screening DayThe Counseling Center offers students and thecampus community a variety of professionalservices including those listed above. Mostservices are pre-paid through your student servicefee. These services are offered in a confidentialatmosphere where the student may discussconcerns that are important to their educationaland personal success.Counselors are available during the day on a walkinor appointment basis; however, appointmentsare preferred. Services for evening hours areby appointment only. Counselors are availableat the Pecan Campus, Nursing and AlliedHealth Campus, Technology Campus, Mid-ValleyCampus, and Starr County Campus locations.Schedules vary at each location so students shouldcall (956) 872-8372 or 1-800-742-7822 to inquireabout office hours and appointments.Providing Academic Support to Students(PASS)PASS began in 1993 as Project HOPE with thegoal of assisting single mothers complete apostsecondary education by helping them payfor childcare. As the program grew it becameapparent that our participants had a variety ofneeds ranging from financial to academic andemotional. The program grew to accommodatethose needs and became known as the togetherIn Achievement (TIA) and Striving towards A NontraditionalDegree (STAND) programs. Demandfor the services that TIA and STAND providedgrew to such an extent that in the fall of 2000 itwas expanded to include all Technical/Vocationalmajors and was re-named PASS.Today, the PASS Program which is fundedby a grant from the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board with funds from the Carl D.Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of2006 focuses on the following:4 Career and Technical Education programs4 Retention and Transfer4 Elimination of barriers to special populationstudents (single parents, displacedhomemakers, non-traditional students,economically disadvantage, and an individualwith a disability).4 GraduationPASS provides specialized case managementservices for students with career and technicaleducation majors, Associate of Applied Sciencemajors, or Certificate majors. CTE are evaluatedupon entering the program and placed into oneof three risk categories based on their THEA orAccu-placer status. The PASS program is able49

to assist eligible students in the following areas:4 Case Management4 Career/Academic Advising4 Registration4 Referral Services4 Child Care Assistance (Enrolled Full-Time)4 Lending Library (Textbook Assistance)For more information, visit Pecan Campus, Bldg.K 2.200, or call (956) 872-6489.dis-ABILITY SERVICESStudents or prospective students requiring specialaccommodations should contact the DSS office at(956) 872-2173. Accommodation requests mustbe in writing. Students are required to providedocumentation to verify his/her disability beforeaccommodations are provided.Services and accommodations as requiredby the Americans with Disabilities Act mayinclude: assessment for special needs, academicadvisement, short-term personal counseling,assistance with the admission process,registration, financial aid application, applicationsfor THEA accommodations, academic appeals,arrangements for sign language interpreters,tutorial assistance, the use of provision of adaptiveequipment, readers, scribes, instructional/testing/classroom modifications, liaison betweenstudents, faculty, staff and others, and referralservices to other STC departments or outsideservice providers.STC is an equal opportunityinstitution which provides educational opportunitieswithout discrimination on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilityor veteran students in accordance with theAmericans With Disabilities Act of 1990, Section504 of Rehabilitation Act 1973, and Title IX of theEducation Amendments of 1972 which prohibitsdiscrimination based on sex.ACADEMIC ADVISEMENTThe office of Counseling and Advising will beproactive in helping students through the processof academic advising which will result in theaccomplishments of short-term and long-termgoals. The most critical success factors for acase management approach for the academicadvising program at South Texas College will beconnection, motivation, caring and persistence.These success factors will be core values thedepartment will adhere to.STC provides academic advisement to studentsat the Advisement Center and through designateddivision advisors in the appropriate division,department, or program. It is very important thatnew, transfer, and undeclared major students (priorto registration) contact the Advisement Center forassistance with degree plan maintenance andcourse selection.Retention SpecialistAll STC students with a declared major areencouraged to meet with their respective retentionspecialist before registering to discuss courseselection and preparation of degree plans.The retention specialists serve as liaisonsbetween Instructional Divisions and StudentServices Development. Retention Specialists alsoprovide specialized divisional advising, off-siteadvising, degree plans specific to the division,and graduation requirements. The following is alist of Instructional Divisions for which retentionspecialists will assist you in.4 Math and Science4 Business and Technology4 Liberal Arts and Social Sciences4 Distance Education ProgramsSome of the services offered by the AdvisementCenter:4 Help in preparing academic time-lines andcourse selection, if needed.4 Periodic checks of degree or certificatecompletion are encouraged.4 Help in choosing a major/minor.4 Point of contact for new and transfer students4 Referrals to appropriate services4 Selection of appropriate courses and othereducational experiencesNOTICE: The student is responsible forseeking academic advisement, for knowingand complying with STC’s assessments andthe State of Texas Texas Success InitiativeRule (TSI) requirements of their declareddegree or certificate program, and for takingcourses in the proper sequence to ensureprogress toward his/her educational goals.(956) 872-8372 / 1-800-742-7822Please call one of the numbers listed above forimmediate answers to all your advising situations.The receptionist answering your call will direct youto an available advisor. Students are encouragedto call for an appointment, however, advisors areavailable for walk-ins on a first come first servebasis.SPECIAL PROGRAMSThe mission of the office of Special Programsis to encourage and assist people who aretraditionally under-represented in post-secondaryeducation because of income, family educationalbackground, disability, or other relevant federal,state, or institutional criteria, in the preparationfor, entry to, and completion of a post-secondaryeducation.In fulfillment of this mission, this office administersthe PASS, JOB, and Upward Bound programsand seeks out other funding sources to establishprograms that will promote retention of STCstudents and provide them with other serviceswhich may assist them in receiving a certificate ordegree, or in transferring to a four-year institution.Upward Bound and GEAR UPSouth Texas College actively seeks to promotepost secondary education as an option for highschool and middle school students. As part of thisinitiative, the College is an active participant inthe federally funded Upward Bound and GEARUP programs. STC’s Upward Bound Programoffers a six-week summer academic program,50

supplemental instructional classes on twentySaturdays during the school year for qualifiedstudents at Roma High School. These classesare designed to help prepare students for college.In coordination with Region 1 Education ServiceCenter, STC provides workshops, supplementalinstructional programs, career awarenessprograms, and parental involvement programs tomiddle schools participating in Region 1’s GEARUP program.STUDENT I.D. CARDSAll students are responsible for obtaining anidentification card at the time of initial registrationwith the college. Students should carry it at alltimes as it must be presented when cashingchecks, paying fees, requesting transcripts, andutilizing library services.Student identification cards are issued to studentsfree of charge. The identification card replacementfee is $10.Student identification cards are available atcampus Student Information Centers district wide.HEALTH SERVICESSouth Texas College does not provide health careservices. The College is close to several healthcare facilities and will utilize the 911 system in anemergency situation.STUDENT RIGHTSANDRESPONSIBILITIESAs a premier learning-centered higher educationinstitution, South Texas College is committed toacademic integrity and standards of excellenceof the highest quality in all courses and programsand to providing an environment that fosters theeducational process and the well-being of thecampus community.South Texas College recognizes that studentsuccess is a shared responsibility between thestudent and the College. Students attending SouthTexas College are expected to accept and adhereto the following responsibilities:1. Student attendance and participation isparamount to academic success. Regularand punctual attendance in class andlaboratories is expected of all students.2. Students are expected to exercise personalresponsibility and self discipline as theyengage in the rigors of discovery andscholarship. Inappropriate behavior mayresult in disciplinary action against thestudent.3. Students attending South Texas Collegeare responsible for adhering to standards ofacademic integrity. Academic dishonestymay result in disciplinary action against thestudent.In support of the rights of its students, South TexasCollege is committed to:1. A consistent and fair evaluation of studentperformance and an impartial process forgrade appeals that allows students to appealacademic decisions or actions which theyconsider manifestly unjust or improper.2. Ensuring that students are treated withfundamental fairness and personal dignitythat includes an impartial process forstudents to appeal disciplinary sanctionsimposed by the College or to file acomplaint or grievance when they believethat they were unjustly or improperlytreated by the College, College employees,or other students.Detailed information regarding South TexasCollege's expectations for students is presented inthe Student Code of Conduct. The Student Code ofConduct is an articulation of South Texas College’scommitment to maintaining an environment thatrecognizes and supports the rights of its studentsand provides a guide for defining behaviors theCollege considers inappropriate.The Student Code of Conduct is available in theStudent Handbook, which can be found onlineat http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/studentlife or by contacting the Conflict ResolutionCenter at 956-872-2180.OFFICIAL STATEMENTRELATING TOSTUDENTS WITHCONTAGIOUSDISEASESSouth Texas College recognizes that contagiousdiseases are a serious threat to public healthand is committed to encouraging an informedand educated response to issues and questionsconcerning these diseases.No individual with Human ImmunodeficiencyVirus (HIV) or Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) will bediscriminated against in employment, admissionto academic programs, health benefits, or accessto facilities.Students with HIV or HBV infection may attendany STC function or event as long as they arephysically and mentally able to participate, performassigned work and pose no health risks to others.All information regarding the medical status ofSouth Texas College faculty, staff and students isconfidential. Contact the office of Counseling andAdvising for additional information or call (956)872-8372.51

CLINICALREQUIREMENTS OFNURSING AND ALLIEDHEALTH PROGRAMSBefore assignment to a clinical or cooperativestudy, a student must have on file with the ClinicalAffairs Specialist all of the following:4Proof of required immunizations:● MMR● Hepatitis B● Tetanus● Varicella● Current T.B. test results (yearly)-ifpositive, chest X-ray required every 2 years4Proof of Health Insurance or AccidentInsurance4Current Infant-Child-Adult CPR certification(Healthcare Provider from the American HeartAssociation)4Current Malpractice Insurance of at least$1 million available through STC. Contact theProgram Chairperson for more information.4Criminal background check clearance4Drug and alcohol screeningThe following immunizations are required forall students enrolled in health-related courseswhich will involve direct patient contact in medicalsettings.Students for whom these requirements arenot applicable are strongly encouraged by theinstitution to obtain them for their own protection.4Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR): Proofof Immunization as defined by the TexasDepartment of Health Standards or proof ofImmunity by disease.4Tetanus/Diphtheria: Proof of “booster” doseadministered within the last 10 years.4Hepatitis B Virus (HBV): Writtencertification of serological immunity to HBVor completed series of HBV vaccinations4Chicken pox (Varicella) proof of immunityby disease or immunization.Students enrolled at STC will assume full cost ofany immunizations.Inquiries concerning any exemptions to theserequirements should be directed to the Dean ofthe Nursing and Allied Health Programs.52IMMUNIZATIONREQUIREMENTSBACTERIALMENINGITISThis information is being provided to all newcollege students in the state of Texas. BacterialMeningitis is a serious, potentially deadly diseasethat can progress extremely fast - so take utmostcaution.It is an inflammation of the membranes thatsurround the brain and spinal cord. The bacteriathat causes meningitis can also infect the blood.This disease strikes about 3,000 Americans eachyear, including 100-125 on college campuses,leading to 5-15 deaths among college studentsevery year.There is a treatment, but those who survive maydevelop severe health problems or disabilities.What are the symptoms?4 High fever, severe headache, rash or purplepatches on skin, vomiting, light sensitivity,stiff neck, confusion and sleepiness, nausea,lethargy or seizures.4 There may be a rash of tiny, red-purple spotscaused by bleeding under the skin. Thesecan occur anywhere on the body. The moresymptoms, the higher the risk, so when thesesymptoms appear seek immediate medicalattention.How is Bacterial Meningitis diagnosed?4 Diagnosis is made by a medical provider andis usually based on a combination of clinicalsymptoms and laboratory results from spinalfluid and blood tests.4 Early diagnosis and treatment can greatlyimprove the likelihood of recovery.How is the disease transmitted?4 The disease is transmitted when peopleexchange saliva (such as by kissing, or bysharing drinking containers, utensils, cigarettes,toothbrushes, etc.) or come in contact withrespiratory or throat secretions.How do you increase your risk of gettingBacterial Meningitis?4 Exposure to saliva by sharing cigarettes, waterbottles, eating utensils, food, kissing, etc.4 Living in close conditions (such as sharing aroom/suite in a dorm or group home).What are the possible consequences ofthe disease?4 Death (in 8 to 24 hours from being perfectlyhealthy to dead)4 Coma4 Permanent brain damage4 Kidney failure4 Learning disability4 Hearing loss, blindness4 Gangrene4 Limb damage that requires amputation(fingers, toes, arms, legs)4 Convulsions

Can the disease be treated?4 Antibiotic treatment, if received early, cansave lives and chances of recovery areincreased. However, permanent disability ordeath can still occur.4 Vaccinations are available and should beconsidered for:-Those living in close quarters-College students 25 years old or younger4 Vaccinations are effective against 4 of the 5most common bacterial types that cause 70percent of the disease in the U.S. (but doesnot protect against all types of meningitis).4 Vaccinations take 7-10 days to becomeeffective, with protection lasting 3-5 years.4 The cost of vaccine varies, so check withyour health care provider.4 Vaccination is very safe-most common sideeffects are redness and minor pain atinjection site for up to 2 days.How can I find out more information?4 Contact your own health care provider4 Visit www.cdc.gov/meningitis/about/faq.htmlVOLUNTARYSTUDENT HEALTHINSURANCESouth Texas College makes available to allenrolling students health and accident insurancecoverage. Such coverage is voluntary and must bepurchased by the student each semester.Coverage terminates at the end of every semester.As with most insurance coverage, the policywill not cover 100 percent of every claim. As aresult, individuals purchasing this insurance areresponsible for any balance or unpaid claim due.Students have the following options in regard toinsurance purchase:a. Have their own insuranceb. Purchase one of the STC coordinatedpoliciesc. Accept full financial responsibility forexpenses from an accident and/or sickness.For further information please contact the Cashier'soffice.FINANCIAL AIDEducation after high school costs time, money,and effort. It’s a big investment, and you shouldcarefully evaluate the school you are choosing.South Texas College has elected to participate inthe following U.S. Department of Education TitleIV programs:4Federal Pell Grants4Federal Supplemental Educational OpportunityGrants (FSEOG)4Federal Work-Study Program4Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)4Federal National Science and MathematicsAccess to Retain Talent Grant (SMART)South Texas College also receives stateassistance from The Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board. For more information visitwww.collegeforalltexans.comGrants are financial aid you do not have to repay.The Work Study Program lets you work and earnmoney to help you pay for school.GENERAL INFORMATIONStudent EligibilityTo receive aid from the federal student aidprograms you must:1. Fill out a Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (FAFSA)2. Meet all Department of Education eligibilityrequirements including but not limited to:a. Have financial needb. Have a high school diploma or aGeneral Education Development (GED)Certificate, or pass a test approved by theU.S. Department of Education (Ability toBenefit ATB). Please see AdmissionsRequirements for more information onATB benefits.c. Register with the Selective Services, ifrequired.d. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.e. Have a valid Social Security Number.3. Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as aregular student working toward a degree orcertificate in an eligible program.4. Meet the standards of the Financial AidSatisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAP).Financial NeedWhen you apply for federal student aid, theinformation you report on the FAFSA is used ina formula established by the U.S. Departmentof Education. The formula determines yourExpected Family Contribution (EFC), an amountyou and your family are expected to contributetoward your education. If your EFC is below acertain amount, you will be eligible for a FederalPell Grant, assuming you meet all other eligibilityrequirements.53

There is not a maximum EFC that defines eligibilityfor the other financial aid programs. Instead, yourEFC is used in an equation to determine yourfinancial need:Cost of Attendance- Expected Family Contribution (EFC)= Financial NeedTo determine your need for aid other than FederalPell Grant, the calculation to determine unmetneed is:Cost of Attendance- EFC- Pell Grant and any other Financial Aid= Unmet NeedDependency StatusWhen you apply for Federal Student Aid, youranswers to certain questions will determinewhether you are considered dependent on yourparents. If you are considered dependent on yourparents, you must report their income informationand assets as well as your own. If you areconsidered independent, you must report only yourown income information and assets (and those ofyour spouse, if you are married).Students are classified as dependent orindependent because Federal Student AidPrograms are based on the idea that students(and their parents or spouse, if applicable) havethe primary responsibility for paying for their postsecondary education.You are an independent student if at least one ofthe following applies to you:4You were born before January 1, 1986 forthe 2009-2010 (July 1, 2009 to June 30,2010) Federal Award Year, or January 1,1987 for the 2010-2011 (July 1, 2010 to June30, 2011) Financial Aid Award Year4You will be working on a master’s ordoctorate program on the award year youare applying for (beyond a bachelor’sdegree)4You are married4You have children or dependents otherthan a spouse4You are an orphan or were a ward of thecourt (until age 18)4You currently serving on active duty in theU.S. Armed Forces for purposes other thantraining or4You are a veteran of the U.S. Armed ForcesIf you think you have unusual circumstances thatwould make you independent even though noneof the above criteria applies to you, please reviewthe Dependency Override information in theProfessional Judgment section of this catalog andtalk to a financial aid representative. He or she willadvise you on how to put together your case forreview by the Financial Aid Appeals Committee.The committee reviews all requests from studentsfor changes in dependency status. All decisionsmade by the committee are final.APPLYING FOR FAFSA AND RENEWALFAFSAThe Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA)The FAFSA is made available each year bythe U.S. Department of Education to determinestudent eligibility for financial aid. The formmust be filled out completely and correctly for astudent’s eligibility to be calculated correctly. Readthe instructions carefully when you complete theFAFSA or the Renewal FAFSA. Most mistakes aremade because students do not follow instructions.Pay special attention to any questions on income,because most errors occur in this area.When you apply, you should have certainrecords on hand. These records are listed on theapplication. You should save all records and allother materials used in completing the applicationbecause you may need them later to verify theinformation you reported is correct.You should make a copy of your application (orprint out a copy of your FAFSA) before you submitit. This way, you have a copy of the data yousubmitted for your own records, so be sure youkeep all documents and be sure the informationyou report is accurate.Renewal FAFSAIf you applied for federal student aid this pastschool year, you probably will be able to file aRenewal Free Application for Federal Student Aid(Renewal FAFSA) online.If you qualify to use the Renewal FAFSA, youwill have fewer questions to answer. Most of theinformation on the form will be preprinted and willbe the same as the information you provided inthe previous year. You will have to write in somenew information and update information that haschanged (for example, family size, and income).Check with the Office of Financial Aid if you havequestions about the Renewal FAFSA.WAYS TO SUBMIT A FAFSAAPPLICATION TO THE U.S.DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONBy MailIf you apply by mail, your application will beprocessed in approximately four weeks. You willreceive a Student Aid Report (SAR) by mail. Atthat time, the SAR will list the information youprovided on your application, and any questionsthat the U.S. Department of Education may havein response to your application. Each school youlisted on the application may also receive yourapplication information if the school can receivethe information electronically.If it has been more than four weeks since youmailed in your application and you have notreceived a response, visit the STC Financial Aidoffice and we can check on your application, oryou can check yourself by calling 1-800-433-3243.TTY users may call 1-800-730-8913. You can alsocheck online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov54

Through the WEBFile Using FASFA on the WEBPersonal computers are located in the STC Labswhere you can apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.If you apply through the WEB, your application willbe processed 7 to 14 days faster than if you mailin a paper FAFSA. The Department of Educationwill not accept any applications without either asignature page with original signatures from thestudent and a parent (if required), or a PIN, whichis an electronic signature that the Department ofEducation assigns to you. If you don’t already havea PIN, apply for one now at www.pin.ed.gov. If youare a dependent student, your parents should alsoapply for a PIN now so that they can electronicallysign your FAFSA. Your PIN will be e-mailed to youwithin 1 to 5 days. If you don’t provide a valid e-mailaddress, your PIN will be mailed to you within 7to 10 days. Your PIN should not be shared withanyone, even if someone else completes yourFAFSA/Renewal FAFSA for you.WHEN DO I APPLY?Apply as soon as possible AFTER January 1.(You can not apply before this date.) It is easierto complete the application when you have yourfederal income tax return forms completed, soyou should file your taxes as early as possible.Do not sign, date, or submit your applicationbefore January 1. If you apply by mail, send yourcompleted application in the envelope that camewith it. It is already addressed, and using it willensure that your application reaches the correctaddress.NOTE: You must reapply for federal aid every year.Check with your new school to find out what stepsyou must take to continue receiving aid.THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TOTHESE DEADLINES.Application Submission DeadlinesWhether you apply online or by mail, the U.S.Department of Education (DOE) applicationprocessor must receive your application by June30, 2010 for the 2009-2010 school year andJune 30, 2011 for the 2010-2011 school year forthe application to be processed. The STC Officeof Financial Aid must receive your processedapplication information from the U.S. Departmentof Education by your last day of enrollment in theschool year for which you are applying for awards.NOTE: If you are selected for verification,additional deadlines apply to you. Your FinancialAid Administrator can tell you what they are.Apply each year AFTER January 1. (Do not sign,date, or send your application before this date).WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I APPLY?As soon as your application has been processedby the U.S. Department of Education and sent toSTC, the Financial Aid office will set up a studentaccount and evaluate the student’s application. Atthis point, one of three things may occur.1. The STC Financial Aid office will mail you anaward letter. This happens when your financialaid application is complete and there are nounresolved eligibility issues, or;2. You will be mailed a Missing Information Letter.This occurs when there are issues/questionsthat need to be resolved before your eligibilitymay be determined. Approximately 45 percentof the applications submitted to STC haveissues/questions that must be resolved beforeeligibility can be determined. If through thisprocess it is discovered that data provided onthe FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA form was incorrect,a change may have to be submitted to the U.S.Department of Education which may result ina two to three week delay in the processingof awards, or;3. The U.S. Department of Education maydetermine for one of several possible reasonsthat you are not eligible for Federal Student Aid.This does not mean that you are not eligiblefor scholarships, state aid, or work study. Ifyou are interested in any of these types of aid,you should inquire with the Financial Aid officeso they can determine whether or not you areeligible for one of these other sources of aid.APPLICATIONS WHICH AREQUESTIONED BY THE U.S.DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONThe U.S. Department of Education performsseveral matches of the information that studentsprovide on the FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA form withnational databases, including:4The Selective Service Administration4The Department of Homeland Security4The Social Security Administration4The Department of Justice4The National Student Loan Data System4The Veterans AdministrationIf any of the information that is provided on theapplication is not consistent with the data that ison these databases, or if these agencies have anyinformation that is relevant to your financial aideligibility, the U.S. Department of Education willalert STC and the issues/questions will have to beresolved before your eligibility can be confirmed.VERIFICATIONSelection of Students for VerificationThe U.S. Department of Education (DOE) selects33 percent of the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (FAFSA) applications at random forverification. In addition, DOE or South TexasCollege may select a student for verification if theinformation submitted appears to be incorrect orfraudulent.The Office of Financial Aid at South TexasCollege verifies all financial aid applications forstudents who are selected for verification by theU.S. Department of Education who attend SouthTexas College during the Award year in which theyare selected. In addition, South Texas Collegereserves the right to select additional applicationsas deemed appropriate by the Financial AidProfessionals.55

Students who are selected for verification mustsubmit the required documentation to the STCFinancial Aid Office (FAO) 30 (thirty) days beforethey expect to have the verification resolved andtheir account cleared for disbursement. The STCFAO will endeavor to review verifications soonerthan 30 days after submission, but during peaktimes this may not always be possible. The STCFAO will continue to accept and review verificationinformation until the Department of Education’spublished correction deadlines for each awardyear.If the Documentation is Not on TimeIf the student does not submit documentation intime for any changes to be confirmed by DOE,South Texas College is not responsible for anyeligibility lost. It is the student’s responsibility toprovide documentation in a timely manner so thatdeadlines can be met.Acceptable DocumentationBelow is a list all acceptable documentation andforms used:4Verification Worksheets. These forms areavailable on the Internet at http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/forms/index.html4Federal Income Tax Forms for all peoplewhose income information is required by theU.S. Department of Education.4In cases where a conflict is perceived, STCFinancial Aid office may request additionalproof of untaxed income and benefits beyondwhat is shown on tax returns and verificationworksheets from the student. This proof willvary by agency. For example:- Untaxed Income Sources- Unemployment Benefits-A statement fromthe agency which provided the benefits.4Signature requirements:- Verification Worksheets- Dependent Students-Must be signed bythe student and one parent.- Independent Students-Must be signed bythe student- Federal Income Tax Return Forms.- Must be signed by the tax payer or the taxpreparer can sign it but the EIN number orSocial Security number must appear on thetax return. Tax returns prepared by VITA orself prepared must be signed by the taxpayer.Notification of Completion of VerificationThe STC Financial Aid Office will rely on the U.S.Department of Education to mail students a copyof their corrected Student Aid Report for notificationthat the verification changes are complete. Ifthe student wishes, he or she may check withthe Financial Aid office and see how verificationaffected their EFC. The change will be reflectedin the award amounts (if any) on the award letter.Award letters are mailed to students after all issuesrelated to verification and any other eligibility issuesare resolved.Conflicting InformationFor the purposes of verification, conflictinginformation is any information that is reviewedduring the verification process which does notmatch the information that the student and parent56provided initially. The Financial Aid Representativewho is reviewing the information will make thedetermination that conflicting information exists.The applicant can reconcile conflicting or inaccurateinformation with the Financial Aid office bysubmitting documents showing correct informationfrom the information provider. For example ifconflicting information is perceived related toincome tax information, the FAO will request thatthe student provide a tax transcript from the IRS,rather than a copy of the form that they havesubmitted. If the student’s record is incomplete,no funds are approved for disbursement until theconflicting information is resolved.PROFESSIONAL JUDGEMENTAlthough the process of determining a student’seligibility for Federal Student Aid is basically thesame for all applicants, there is some flexibility. Allrequests for professional judgment are reviewedby the Financial Aid Appeals Committee. Allrequests must be documented. Below are threeseparate sets of circumstances where professionaljudgment may be exercised.Dependency OverridesAppeals may be made by students to changetheir status from dependent to independent.Please note, per U.S. Department of Educationregulations, none of the conditions listed below,singly or in combination, qualify as unusualcircumstances or merit a dependency override:1. Parents refuse to contribute to the student’seducation,2. Parents are unwilling to provide informationon the FAFSA application or for verification,3. Parents do not claim the student as adependent for income tax purposes,4. Student is able to demonstrate total selfsufficiency.Professional Judgment/Cost of AttendanceAppealsA student’s cost of attendance determines thetotal amount of most types of aid that a studentmay receive. In some cases, STC may adjustyour cost of attendance to take into accountadditional costs which are not included in thenormal need calculation. These circumstancescould include a family’s unusual medical, dental,or tuition expenses for children attending a privateelementary or secondary school, and additionalcosts related to school attendance for studentswith disabilities.These requests should be submitted to theFinancial Aid office in writing, with appropriatedocumentation attached. The Financial AidAppeals committee will review cost of attendanceprofessional judgment requests. All decisionsmade by the committee are final.Professional Judgment/Income AdjustmentAn adjustment to the income amounts that youreported on your FAFSA application may be madeif you, your spouse, or either of your parents(parental information is relevant to dependentstudents only) have been recently unemployed,

or have had experienced a significant decrease inincome. If conditions such as these apply to you oryour family, contact the STC Financial Aid office.Check with the STC Financial Aid office if youfeel you have any other special circumstancesthat might affect the amount you and your familyare expected to contribute. The Financial AidAdministrator will advise you on how to documentyour situation and forward your information to theFinancial Aid Appeals Committee. The committeewill review all professional judgment requests fromstudents. All decisions made by the committeeare final.Frequently Requested Telephone Numbersand WebsitesThe STC Financial Aid office maintains anextensive website which contains:1. Information about aid programs offered at STCat: http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/2. Information about all subjects related to thefinancial aid process at STC at: http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/faq.html3. All STC financial aid forms in.pdf (AdobeAcrobat) format at: http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/forms/index.html4. Links to important Federal and State AidWe b s i t e s a t : h t t p : / / s t u d e n t s e r v i c e s .southtexascollege.edu/finaid/websites.html5. Links to scholarship databases and scholarshipsources outside STC at: http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/programs/scholarships.htmlThe address of the Financial Aid office main webpage is: http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/If you need answers right away to questions aboutFederal Student Aid, call the appropriate numberlisted below at the Federal Student Aid InformationCenter between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. (Eastern Time),Monday through Friday:1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243)1-800-730-8913 TDD (for hearing impaired)The Federal Student Aid Information Center can:4Answer questions about completing the FAFSA.4Tell you whether a school participates in thefederal student aid programs and thatschool’s student loan default rate.4Explain federal student aid eligibilityrequirements.4Explain the process of determining financialneed and awarding aid.4Send you federal student aid publications4Find out if your federal student financial aidapplication has been processed.4Send you a copy of your Student Aid Report(SAR).4Change your address.4Send your application information to aspecific school.If you have reason to suspect any fraud, waste orabuse involving federal student aid funds, you maycall 1-800-MIS-USED (1-800-647-8733). This tollfreenumber is the hotline to the U.S. Departmentof Education’s Inspector General’s office. You mayremain anonymous, if you wish.FEDERAL PELL GRANTSWhat is a Federal Pell Grant?Federal Pell Grant funds are not required to berepaid like loans. Pell Grants are awarded only toundergraduate students who have not earned abachelor’s or professional degree. (A professionaldegree would include a degree in a field such aspharmacy or dentistry). Eligibility for the FederalPell Grant is partially determined by the number ofcredit hours in which the student is enrolled duringthe semester. South Texas College’s award lettersshow student eligibility for Federal Pell Grant fundsfor eligible students assuming that the students willtake at least 12 credit hours per semester.The Financial Aid office adjusts the amount of PellGrant that students receive if the number of credithours that students are enrolled in changes throughthe census date of each semester. Effective AwardYear 2009-2010 under amendments made by theHigher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA),students may receive up to two consecutiveFederal Pell Grant scheduled awards during asingle award year if the student is enrolled at leasthalf-time for more than one academic year or morethan two semesters or the equivalent time during asingle award year and is in a certificate, associatedegree or baccalaureate degree program.For more information on eligibility requirementsplease refer to the sections that follow, on theaward letter, and on STC’s website at: http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/process/index.html.How do I qualify?To determine if you are eligible, the U.S. Departmentof Education uses a standard formula, establishedby the U.S. Department of Education, to evaluatethe information you report when you apply. Theformula produces an Expected Family Contribution(EFC) number. The lower the EFC number, themore aid the student is eligible for. Your StudentAid Report (SAR) and the Institutional StudentInformation Record (ISIR) contain this number andwill tell you if you are eligible.South Texas College, Office of Financial Aidmonitors requirements that can affect youreligibility for Federal Pell Grant funds, includingbut not limited to:1. Your enrollment status, the number of credithours that you are registered for and in whichyour instructors confirm that you attend classat least once.2. Your continued enrollment within a semester,if you withdraw or are withdrawn from schoolyou may be required to repay funds that havealready been awarded to you.3. Your grades, if you do not earn at least onepassing grade in a semester you may berequired to repay funds that have already beenawarded to you.4. The number of developmental courses thatyou have attempted, STC may only fund 3057

credit hours (10 classes) of developmental workover a student’s educational career. If a studentis otherwise eligible for Pell Grant funds andattempts their 11th or greater developmentalcourse, that course cannot be counted in thestudents’ enrollment status- which determinesthe amount of his or her Pell Grant award.These adjustments are made after the censusday of each semester before final refunds arereleased.5. Students who receive Federal Pell Grant for thefirst time on or after Fall 2008 semester willhave a limited period of time where they mayreceive the Federal Pell Grant. The limit will be18 semesters or the equivalent as determinedby Federal Regulations. The regulations areto provide fractional equivalents for terms inwhich a student is enrolled less than full-time.As a result, a student is eligible to receive upto nine Federal Pell Grant scheduled awards.AttendanceThe U.S. Department of Education requires thatschools are able to document that students areactually in attendance to finalize their Federal PellGrant eligibility. For example, if a student doesn’tbegin attendance in all of his or her classes,the school must recalculate the student’s awardbased on the lower enrollment status. A student isconsidered to have begun attendance in all of hisor her classes if the student attends at least oneday of class for each course in which that student’senrollment status was determined for Federal PellGrant eligibility.South Texas College documents attendance forFederal Pell Grant purposes by collecting on-linerosters from all instructors after census date. Theinstructors use the rosters to indicate whethera student has attended or not. Students mustattend each class that they are enrolled in atleast once between the first day of school and thecensus day of each term to be counted as beingin attendance in that class for Federal Pell Granteligibility purposes.In cases where students do not attend class atleast once, Federal Pell Grant eligibility will beadjusted based on the enrollment status for thenumber of credits that they are actually attending.If this adjustment results in a student not havingsufficient grant funds to pay for any charges oradvances that they have incurred or received, thatstudent will be responsible to pay South TexasCollege for the difference between their adjustedeligibility and the original amount of the cost of theirtuition and fees as well as any advances that thestudent received.How much money can I get?How much you may receive will depend on yourEFC, your cost of attendance, your enrollmentstatus, and whether you attend school for afull academic year. You may not receive PellGrant funds from more than one school at atime. Effective Award Year 2009-2010 underamendments made by the Higher EducationOpportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), students mayreceive up to two consecutive Federal Pell Grantscheduled awards during a single award year if thestudent is enrolled at least half-time for more thanone academic year or more than two semestersor the equivalent time during a single awardyear and is in a certificate, associate degree orbaccalaureate degree program.How will I be paid?STC will credit Pell Grant funds to your schoolaccount to pay for tuition, fees and other schoolrelated costs which appear on your studentaccount (institutional charges). If you are eligiblefor funds in excess of your institutional charges,after completing eligibility verification STC will payyou the difference directly, usually via the Jagcard,by check or direct deposit into an account thatyou designate (direct deposit). Book allowancerelease dates are provided to students beforethe start of each semester; they are publishedat http://studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid/allowances.html.Students' eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant takestime. The STC Office of Financial Aid must confirm,through an enrollment verification process that allstudents have attended all of the courses that theyhave enrolled in. The enrollment verification takesplace after census date of each semester, and maytake up to three weeks.More information on this process and how it affectsthe timing of the release of funds is located on thefinancial aid award letter and on STC’s FinancialAid office website.Can I receive a Federal Pell Grant if I amenrolled less than half-time?Yes, if your EFC is low enough to be eligible. Youwill not receive as much as if you were enrolled fulltime, but STC will disburse your Pell Grant funds inaccordance with your enrollment status.FEDERAL STUDENT LOANSSTC does not participate in any type of FederalTitle IV student loan program. Therefore, Directand FFEL Stafford Loans and Federal PerkinsLoans are not an option at this institution.Even though STC does not participate in anyfederal loan programs, is it ever possible topostpone repayment of my loan from anotherschool?Yes. Under certain circumstances, you canreceive a deferment or forbearance on your loan.A deferment allows you to temporarily postponepayments on your loan.If you have a subsidized loan, you will not becharged interest during the deferment period. Ifyour loan is unsubsidized, you will be responsiblefor the interest on the loan during the defermentperiod and if you don’t pay the interest as itaccrues, it will be capitalized. See the LoanDeferment Summary for the list of defermentsavailable if your loan was first disbursed on or afterJuly 1, 1993. For information on deferments forloans disbursed prior to that date, Direct StaffordLoan borrowers should contact the Direct LoanServicing Center. FFEL Stafford borrowers should58

contact the lender or agency holding the loans.You can not receive a deferment if your loan isin default.If you are temporarily unable to meet yourrepayment schedule but are not eligible for adeferment, you may receive forbearance for alimited and specified period. During forbearance,your payments are postponed or reduced. Whetheryour loans are subsidized or unsubsidized, you willbe charged interest. If you don’t pay the interestas it accrues, it will be capitalized.For example, you may be granted forbearanceif you are:4Unable to pay due to poor health or otherunanticipated personal problems.4Serving in a medical or dental internship orresidency.4Serving in a position under the NationalCommunity Service Trust Act of 1993.4Obligated to make payments on certainfederal student loans that are equal to orgreater than 20 percent of your monthlygross income.Deferments and forbearances are not automatic. Ifyou have a Direct Stafford Loan, you must contactthe Direct Loan Servicing Center to request eitheroption.If you have a FFEL Stafford Loan, you mustcontact the lender or agency that holds your loan.For either program, you may have to providedocumentation to support your request. Youmust continue making scheduled payments untilyou receive notification that the deferment orforbearance has been granted.COLLEGE ACCESS LOANSFor information on the College Access Loan (CAL)you may contact the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board at 1-800-242-3062 or www.hhloans.com.CAMPUS-BASED PROGRAMSFederal Supplemental Educational OpportunityGrants (FSEOG)What is a Federal Supplemental EducationalOpportunity Grant?A Federal Supplemental Educational OpportunityGrant (FSEOG) is for undergraduates withexceptional financial need-that is, students withthe lowest Expected Family Contribution (EFC)-and gives priority to students who receive FederalPell Grants. FSEOG grant funds do not have to berepaid like student loans.What is the difference between the FSEOG andFederal Pell Grant?The U.S. Department of Education guaranteesthat each participating school will receive enoughmoney to pay the Federal Pell Grants of its eligiblestudents. There is no guarantee every eligiblestudent will be able to receive a FSEOG. At STCstudents are awarded based on the availability offunds, first applied, first complete basis.How much money can I get?Because of changing and limited federal funding ofthe SEOG program, STC’s SEOG award amountschange from year to year. Please reference STC’sFinancial Aid Frequently Asked Questions link atthe STC Financial Aid website for the current yearto see maximum award amounts and the number ofcredit hours that students must enroll in to qualify.How will I be paid?STC will credit the SEOG Grant funds to yourschool account to pay for tuition, fees and otherschool related costs which appear on your studentaccount (institutional charges). Please referencethe “How will I be paid?” section in the Pell Grantsection for more information about the timing andmethod of payments.FEDERAL WORK-STUDYWhat is Federal Work-Study?The Federal Work-Study Program provides jobsfor undergraduate and graduate students withfinancial need, allowing them to earn moneyto help pay education expenses. The programencourages community service work and workrelated to your course of study. The durationof employment under the Federal Work StudyProgram is from September 1, 2009 throughJune 30, 2010 for Award Year 2009-2010. Theprospective work-study student must go throughan interview process with Work Study employersand he/she must obtain a position to earn the fundsfor which he/she is eligible for. The work-studystudent may or may not earn all the funds that he/she was eligible to receive. Once funds have beenexhausted employment will end.How much will I make?Your Federal Work-Study salary will be at leastthe current federal minimum wage, but it may behigher, depending on the type of work you do andthe skills required. Your total Federal Work-Studyaward depends on when you apply, and yourlevel of need.How will I be paid?If you are an undergraduate, you will be paid bythe hour. No commission or fee may be paid to awork-study student. STC must pay you directly atleast once a month.Are Federal Work-Study jobs on campus oroff campus?Both, you may be assigned to work at any ofthe locations of the STC campus. If you work offcampus, your employer will usually be a privatenonprofit organization or a public agency, andthe work performed must be in the public interest.Can I work as many hours as I want?No. The amount you earn cannot exceed your totalFederal Work-Study award. When assigning workhours, STC Financial Aid office will consider yourclass schedule and your academic progress. Thework study may or may not earn all the funds thathe/she was eligible to receive.59

What are the requirements under the FederalWork Study Program?4Student must be registered for at least 6 credithours4Student must have unmet need4Student must have his/her Financial Aid Filecomplete4Student must be meeting Financial AidSatisfactory Academic ProgressFEDERAL ACADEMICCOMPETITIVENESS GRANTWhat is an Academic Competitiveness GrantACG?An ACG grant is an additional source of FederalStudent Aid that is awarded to students receivingthe Federal Pell Grant who meet the followingadditional requirements:4Are U.S. Citizens or eligible non-citizens4Are a 2005 or later graduate from high school(2006 or later for ACG1 and 2005 for ACG2)4Graduated from a rigorous high schoolprogram (in Texas: Academic Achievement/Recommend)4Have completed less than 60 college credithours (less than 30 for ACG1 and 30-59 forACG2)4Are enrolled at least half time (6 hours or more)4Have declared a valid 1 year certificate or higher(two year or four year degree)4Have met GPA requirements (2.0 for ACG1and 3.0 at completion of first 30 hours forACG2)How much will I get?The award amount received depends on whichACG grant you are eligible for. If you are a 2006or later graduate and meet all the requirements ofthe Pell Grant and the ACG, and have completedless than 30 college credit hours you will be eligiblefor ACG1. The ACG1 Grant award is up to $375.00per semester depending on need.If you are a 2005 graduate and meet all therequirements for a Federal Pell Grant and the ACG,and have completed 30-59 college credit hours youmay be eligible for ACG2. The ACG2 grant awardis up to $650.00 per semester depending on need.ACG grants are awarded only to students whohave met all previously mentioned requirementsand who meet the 3.0 GPA requirement uponcompletion of the first 30 college credit hours.Do I have to pay the ACG grant back?No, however it follows the same attendancerequirements as the Federal Pell Grant. The ACGgrant will be disburse in accordance with yourenrollment status.How will I get paid?South Texas College will credit ACG Grant fundsto your school account to pay for tuition, fees andother school related costs which appear on yourstudent account (institutional charges).If you are eligible for any funds after tuition fees,and other school related costs have been paidand you meet all the requirements, STC will payyou the difference directly, usually via the Jagcard,60check or direct deposit into an account that youdesignate.Students' confirmation of attendance for any ACGgrant takes time. STC Office of Financial Aid mustconfirm through an enrollment verification process,that all students have attended all of the coursesthat they have enrolled in before awarding theACG grant. Enrollment verification takes placeafter census date of each semester, and may takeup to three weeks.More information on this process and how it affectsthe timing of the release of funds is located on thefinancial aid award letter and on STC’s FinancialAid office website.How will I be notified that I am eligible?The Office of Financial Aid will automaticallyidentify most eligible students with informationfound in our school records. However, studentswho self identified themselves as potentialrecipients on their FAFSA will be identified andcontacted by the Financial Aid office with moreinstructions on what steps to take to determinetheir eligibility. Once eligibility is determined, anaward letter will be mailed; it will list all awardsand will give students the opportunity to read theterms and conditions for each of them.Note: No action will need to be taken if studentsagree to these terms, but if students disagreewith receiving any of the aid offered, they havethe opportunity to use the award letter to indicatethe rejection of any or all of the award(s). Studentsmay also reject any or all awards on their JagNetaccount.FEDERAL NATIONAL SCIENCE ANDMATHEMATICS ACCESS TO RETAINTALENT GRANTWhat is a National Science and MathematicsAccess to Retain Talent Grant (SMART)?A SMART Grant is an additional source of FederalStudent Aid that is awarded to students receivinga Federal Pell Grant who meet the followingadditional requirements:4Are U.S. Citizens, or eligible non-citizens4Have completed more than 60 college credithours and are classified as a Junior or Senior4Are enrolled at least half time (6 hours or more)4Have declared a valid eligible four year degree(at STC, the Bachelor of Applied Technology inComputer and Information Technologies)4Have met GPA requirement of a 3.0 or higherHow much will I get?If you have completed more than 60 college credithours you may be eligible for up to $2,000.00per semester depending on need. The NationalSMART Grant is awarded only to students whomeet all previously mentioned requirements andwho have a 3.0 GPA upon completion of theirfirst 60 credit hours. Recipients of this grant mustmaintain a 3.0 GPA until completion of major.Do I have to pay the SMART grant back?No, however it follows the same attendance

equirements as the Federal Pell Grant. TheNational SMART grant will be disbursed inaccordance with your enrollment status.How will I get paid?South Texas College will credit the NationalSMART Grant funds to your school account topay for tuition, fees and other school related costswhich appear on your student account (institutionalcharges).If you are eligible for any funds, after tuition, fees,and other school related costs have been paid andyou meet all the requirements, STC will pay youthe difference directly, usually via the Jagcard,check or direct deposit into an account that youdesignate.Students' confirmation of attendance for theNational SMART grant takes time. The STCFinancial Aid office must confirm, through anenrollment verification process that all studentshave attended all of the courses that they haveenrolled in. Enrollment verification takes place aftercensus date, of each semester, and may take upto three weeks.More information on this process and how it affectsthe timing of the release of funds is located on thefinancial aid award letter and on STC’s FinancialAid office website.How will I be notified that I am eligible?The office of Financial Aid will automatically identifymost eligible students with information found inour school records. Once eligibility is determined,an award letter will be mailed. It will list all awardsand will give students the opportunity to read theterms and conditions for each of them.Note: No action will need to be taken if studentsagree to these terms, but if students disagreewith receiving any of the aid offered, they havethe opportunity to use the award letter to indicatethe rejection of any or all of the award(s). Studentsmay also reject any or all awards on their JagNetaccountSTATE AID PROGRAMSThe following state-sponsored programs areonly available to students attending schools inTexas. They cannot be used to attend out-of-stateinstitutions.COLLEGE ACCESS LOANSThe College Access Loan (CAL) Program providesalternative education loans to Texas students whoare unable to meet the cost of attendance. The CALmay be used to cover part or all of the student'sExpected Family Contribution (EFC); students donot have to demonstrate financial need. However,the amount of federal aid for which you are eligiblemust be deducted from the cost of attendance indetermining the CAL amount. This loan programis part of the Hinson-Hazlewood College StudentLoan Program administered by the Texas HigherEducation Coordinating Board (THECB).How do I apply?To apply for the College Access Loan (CAL) youmust logon to www.hhloans.com and complete theentire application.How do I qualify?The borrower must:1. Be a Texas Resident2. Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours eachsemester (half-time)3. Declare a valid major (certificate, associate orbachelors degree)4. Meet the satisfactory academic progress (SAP)requirements set by the institution.5. Receive a favorable credit evaluation or providea co-signer who has good credit standing andmeets other requirements set by the TexasHigher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)and6. Complete the financial aid file IF an application(FAFSA) has been submittedHow much money can I get?Annual Loan Amounts• Freshmen *$ 3,500• Sophomores *$ 4,500• Juniors *$ 5,500• Seniors *$ 5,500*As long as you do not exceed your cost ofattendance or unmet need.A 3% origination fee will be deducted from theproceeds of each loan if both the borrower andcosigner, have a good credit standing.ORA 5% origination fee will be deducted from theproceeds of each loan if either the borrower orcosigner, have a good credit standing.How will I get paid?STC will credit College Access Loan (CAL) fundsto your school account to pay for tuition, fees andother related costs which appear on your studentaccount. If you are eligible for funds STC willdisburse the difference directly, usually by directdeposit, check or through your jagcard.For information on the College Access Loan (CAL)you may contact the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board at 1-800-242-3062 or www.hhloans.com or visit your nearest Office ofFinancial Aid.Grants and ScholarshipsEducational Aide Exemption ProgramTexas needs more qualified Teachers. That isthe reason why the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board created the EducationalAide Exemption Program. The program exemptsstudents attending public colleges or universitiesfrom the payment of tuition and fees (other thanclass or laboratory fees).Spring term exemptions are conditional uponmeeting program requirements in the fall andcontinued employment by the school district inthe spring.Summer awards are dependent upon theavailability of funds. Individuals who receive61

awards in one year may apply for awards insubsequent years.How do I apply?Contact your school district, the Office of FinancialAid of the college or university you’re going toattend or log on to www.collegefortexans.com,select English, Forms, and Applications andEducational Aid Exemption or the Texas HigherEducation Coordinating Board at (800) 242-3062,ext. 6387.How do I qualify?To qualify for the Education Aide Exemption (EAE)Program, you must:1. Be a Texas resident,2. Have applied for financial aid through thecollege to be attended, including filing theFree Application for Federal Student Aid orby qualifying on the basis of adjusted grossincome.Effective September 1, 2009, AGI limitsare as follows:4single independent student-$30,902or less.4married independent student-$61,806or less.4dependent student-$61,806 or lessincluding student and family AGI.3. Have been employed as a full-time educationalaide for at least one of the past five school years,or as a substitute teacher for 180 days of thepast five school years preceding the term orsemester for which the student is awarded hisor her initial exemption.4. Be employed in some capacity by a schooldistrict in Texas during the full term for whichthe student receives the award unless granted ahardship waiver as described in Section 1.1089of this title (relating to Hardship Provision).5. Enroll in courses leading to teacher certification;6. Declare a teaching major (ELEM, ECED, MIDLand SECD);7. If males, must register for the Selective Serviceor are exempt (females) from this requirement;8. Meet academic requirements established by thecollege or university.How much money can I get?The maximum award is tuition and fees (other thanclass or laboratory fees) or the student's financialneed, whichever is less. This exemption doescover developmental classes.How will I be paid?STC will credit Educational Aide Exemption fundsto your school account to pay for tuition, fees andother related costs which appear on your studentaccount (except for laboratory fees). If you areeligible for funds STC will disburse the differenceafter census date directly, usually by direct deposit,check or through your jagcard.TEXAS Grant (Towards, EXcellence, Accessand Success)What is a TEXAS Grant?The TEXAS Grant is a grant that was establishedby the Texas Legislature to help well-prepared highschool graduates with financial need attend publicinstitutions of higher education in Texas.62How do I qualify?To determine if you are eligible for a TEXASGrant you must complete and submit a FAFSAand have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC)less than or equal to $4000. Funding is limited, soyou need to submit your application as soon aspossible after January 1 of your senior year in highschool. You must also be a Texas Resident (or anon-resident who graduated from a Texas highschool, or received a GED Certificate in Texas,and have resided in Texas for three years leadingup to graduation or receiving a GED Certificate.The student must also have resided in Texasfor 12 months prior to the census date of thesemester in which he/she will enroll at South TexasCollege, and will file or have filed an Application forPermanent Residency at the earliest opportunityhe/she is eligible to do so).Other requirements include:4 Complete the Recommended High SchoolProgram or Distinguished AchievementProgram in high school4 Enroll in a non-profit public college or universitywithin 16 months of graduation from a public oraccredited private high school in Texas4 Enroll in at least 3/4 time (9 semester credithours), and have not accumulated more than 30semester credit hours, excluding those earnedfor dual or concurrent enrollment courses orawarded for credit by examination (AP, IB orCLEP)4 If male must register with Selective Service4 Have earned an associate's degree from a publictechnical, state or community college in Texasand enroll in any public university in Texasno more than 12 months after receiving theirassociate's degree4 Have not been convicted of a felony or crimeinvolving a controlled substanceHow much can I get?The award amount (including state and institutionalfunds) is equal to the student's tuition and requiredfees. For 2009-2010 the amount is $1780 per year,or $890 per semester.How long can I get it?Students entering the program from high schoolwho continue in college and who meet the programacademic standards can receive awards for up to150 semester credit hours, until they receive abachelor's degree, or for five years if enrolled ina 4-year degree plan, or six years if enrolled in a5-year degree plan, whichever comes first.Students entering the program based on acquisitionof an associate's degree who continue in collegeand who meet program academic standardscan receive awards for up to 90 semester credithours, until they receive a bachelor's degree, orfor three years if enrolled in a 4-year degree planor four years if enrolled in a 5-year degree plan,whichever comes first.What are the academic requirements for thegrant?The academic requirements for continuing toreceive the grant are as follows. At the end of the

first year the student must meet STC's FinancialAid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. Thestudent must complete 67% of the hours attemptedin the academic year, and have an overall gradepoint average (GPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.At the end of the second year and every yearafter the student must complete 75% of the hoursattempted in the academic year, have a 2.5 GPA,and complete at least 24 semester credit hoursper academic year.Students who receive the grant based on anassociate's degree must complete 75% of thehours attempted in the academic year, have a2.5 GPA and complete at least 24 semester credithours per academic year.Texas Educational Opportunity GrantProgram (TEOG)What is a TEOG Grant?The TEOG Grant is a grant that was establishedby the Texas Legislature to help students withfinancial need attend public community colleges,public technical colleges, or public state collegesin Texas.How do I qualify?To determine if you are eligible for a TEOG Grantyou must complete and submit a FAFSA and havean Expected Family Contribution (EFC) less thanor equal to $2000. Funding is limited, so you needto submit your application as soon as possible afterJanuary 1. You must also be a Texas Resident (ora non-resident who graduated from a Texas highschool, or received a GED Certificate in Texas,and have resided in Texas for three years leadingup to graduation or receiving a GED Certificate.The student must also have resided in Texasfor 12 months prior to the census date of thesemester in which he/she will enroll at South TexasCollege, and will file or have filed an Application forPermanent Residency at the earliest opportunityhe/she is eligible to do so).Other requirements include:4 Enroll in at least 1/2 time (6 semester credithours),4 Be in the first 30 semester credit hours in anassociate's degree or certificate program at apublic two-year college in Texas4 Have not been granted and associate's degreeor bachelor's degree4 If male must register with Selective Service4 Have not been convicted of a felony or crimeinvolving a controlled substance- An individual convicted of a crime involving acontrolled substance can compete for anaward in this program two years after he/shehas fulfilled his/her obligation to society.How much can I get?The award amount (including state and institutionalfunds) is equal to the student's tuition and requiredfees. For 2009-2010 the amount is $1780 per year,or $890 per semester.How long can I get it?Students who continue in college and who meetthe program academic standards can receiveawards for up to 75 semester credit hours, for fouryears or until they receive an associate's degree,whichever comes first.What are the academic requirements for thegrant?The academic requirements for continuing toreceive the grant are as follows. At the end of thefirst year the student must meet STC's FinancialAid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. Thestudent must complete 67% of the hours attemptedin the academic year, and have an overall gradepoint average (GPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.At the end of the second year and every yearafter the student must complete 75% of the hoursattempted in the academic year, and have a 2.5GPA.Texas Public Educational Grant (TPEG)What is a Texas Public Educational OpportunityGrant?A Texas Public Educational Opportunity Grant(TPEG) is a grant that was established by theTexas Legislature to help students with financialneed attend public community colleges, publictechnical colleges, or public state colleges inTexas. The TPEG does not have to be repaid likestudent loans.How much money can I get?STC’s TPEG award amounts are $500 dollars persemester; although this amount may change. Thenumber of credit hours that students must enrollin to qualify is at least half time (6 or more credithours) per semester.How will I be paid?STC will credit the TPEG Grant funds to yourschool account to pay for tuition, fees and otherschool related costs which appear on your studentaccount (institutional charges). Any credit balanceswill be sent to student via the JagCard, check ordirect deposit.How do I qualify?Students must be meeting eligibility requirementslisted earlier in the catalog. There is no additionalapplication to apply for this grant besides theFAFSA. The requirements follow,4 For residents, nonresidents or foreign students.4 For undergraduates or graduates.4 For students attending public colleges inTexas.4 For students with financial unmet need.Note: There is no guarantee every eligible studentwill be able to receive a TPEG. At STC studentsare awarded based on the availability of funds, firstapplied, first complete basis.Leveraging Educational AssistancePartnership (LEAP).Special Leveraging Educational AssistancePartnership (SLEAP)What is LEAP and SLEAP?The LEAP and SLEAP Programs are state andfederal funds administered by the Texas Higher63

Education Coordinating Board. The awards arebased on availability of funds allocated to STC.STC selects students based on the followingcriteria:4 Student must be a Texas resident.4 Student must be A U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen4 Student must have a high school diploma or GED.4 It is for undergraduates enrolled as a regularstudent in an eligible program.4 It is for students attending public colleges inTexas.4 Student must demonstrate financial need.4 Student must meet Financial Aid SatisfactoryAcademic Progress Policy as measured byinstitution.4 Student cannot be in default on a student loan.4 Student cannot owe a refund on a student grant.4 If male student must meet Selective ServicerequirementsProfessional and Vocational NursingScholarship ProgramWhat is the Professional and VocationalNursing Scholarship Program?The purpose of this program is to provide financialassistance to encourage students to becomeLVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse); ADN (AssociateDegree in Nursing; BSN (Bachelor Degree inNursing). This scholarship is awarded based onavailability of funds by the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board, Students must meet thefollowing requirements:4 Must be a Texas resident.4 Must be enrolled at least half time.4 If male, must meet selective servicerequirements.4 Must demonstrate financial need.4 Must meet Financial Aid Satisfactory AcademicProgress Policy as measured by institution.4 Must be enrolled in a program leading tolicensure as an LVN or in an associate, bacheloror graduate degree in professional nursing.4 Must be attending a Texas public orindependent nonprofit institution.4 ADN and BSN student must not be licensedto practice as a licensed vocational nurse.How do I apply?All students interested in this scholarship mustrequest and submit an application at the STCOffice of Financial Aid. The Financial Aid Officewill review the applications and make the awardsto eligible students.How much can I get?Maximum award is $1,500 for LVN students;$2,500 for ADN, BSN or graduate nursing students.Early High School Graduation ScholarshipWhat is the Early High School GraduationScholarship (EHS)?The Early High School Graduation ScholarshipProgram provides tuition and fee assistance tostudents completing grades 9-12 early or with asignificant number of college hours; thus enablingand encouraging the student to attend college inTexas.How do I qualify?To determine if you qualify for the Early HighSchool Graduation Scholarship you must havegraduated from a Texas high school, be a Texasresident and a U.S. Citizen or otherwise lawfullyauthorized to be in the United States. You mustalso have completed either the recommendedhigh school curriculum or the distinguishedachievement high school curriculum in no morethan 36 consecutive months, no more than 41months, or no more than 46 months, and attendedhigh school in Texas.Other requirements include:4 If male register for Selective ServiceHow much can I get?A student who graduates from high school in nomore than 36 consecutive months may be eligiblefor a $2,000 scholarship for use toward tuition andrequired fees. If the student also graduates withat least 15 semester hours of college credit he/she may receive an additional $1,000 scholarship.A student who graduates from high school in morethan 36 months but no more than 41 months maybe eligible for a $500 scholarship for use towardtuition and fees. If the student also graduates withat least 30 semester hours of college credit he/she may receive an additional $1,000 scholarship.A student who graduates in more than 41 monthsbut no more than 45 months (46 months forstudents graduating after 6-15-07) may be eligiblefor a $1,000 scholarship for use toward tuition andfees if he/she graduates with at least 30 semesterhours of college credit.A student whose graduation date is beforeSeptember 1, 2005 may be eligible for a $1,000scholarship for use toward tuition only.How long can I get it?Student's may use their scholarship the firstregular semester or term following high schoolgraduation (excluding the summer sessionbetween graduation and the first fall term).Students have a total of six years to use theirscholarship (unless the student seeks and isgranted a hardship extension). Students whosescholarship is for tuition only do not have time limitto use their scholarship.STATE AID FOR FOREIGN STUDENTSTexas Education Code 54.07 and 54.052(j)Students who qualify as residents under TexasEducation Code 54.07 and 54.052(j) may beeligible to receive Texas State Aid. For details onthe requirements, please consult the ResidentStatus for Students sections of this catalog.Students who feel that they should be consideredresidents under this policy should begin theprocess at the STC Office of Admissions andRecords.64

Non-Resident Texas Public Education GrantFundsNon-Resident Texas Public Education Grant(TPEGNR) is a grant that is generated from fundsthat non-resident students pay for tuition and feesat STC. These funds are very limited and are setaside every year to award non-resident students.Non-Resident students may apply for a TPEGNRaward by filling out a Non-Resident TPEG RequestForm. These forms may be available eachsemester and contain detailed information on howto apply and the application deadlines. The formscan be requested at any Office of Financial Aid.TEXAS WORK-STUDY PROGRAMWhat is Texas Work-Study?The Texas Work-Study Program provides jobsfor undergraduate and graduate students withfinancial need, allowing them to earn money to helppay education expenses. The program encouragescommunity service work and work related to yourcourse of study. The duration of Texas Work Studyis from September 1, 2009 through May 30, 2010for Award Year 2009-2010, and September 1,2010 through May 30, 2011 for Award Year 2010-2011. The prospective work-study student mustgo through an interview process with Work Studyemployers and he/she must obtain a position toearn the funds for which he/she is eligible for. Thework-study student may or may not earn all thefunds that he/she was eligible to receive and oncefunds have been exhausted employment will endHow much will I make?The Texas Work-Study salary will be at least thecurrent federal minimum wage, but it may behigher, depending on the type of work you do andthe skills required. Your total Texas Work-Studyaward depends on when you apply, and yourlevel of need.How will I be paid?If you are an undergraduate, you will be paid bythe hour. No commission or fee may be paid to awork-study student. STC must pay you directly atleast once a month.Are Texas Work-Study jobs on campus or offcampus?On Campus only. You may be assigned to workat any STC campus location.Can I work as many hours as I want?No. The amount you earn cannot exceed your totalTexas Work-Study award. When assigning workhours, STC Financial Aid office will consider yourclass schedule and your academic progress. Thework study may or may not earn all the funds thathe/she was eligible to receive.What are the requirements under the TexasWork Study Program?4 Student must be registered for at least 6credit hours4 Student must have unmet need4 Student must have his/her Financial Aid filecomplete4 Student must be meeting Financial AidSatisfactory Academic Progress4 Texas Work Study is for students attendingpublic or non-profit Independent colleges InTexas4 Student may not be on an athletic scholarship4 Student must be Texas resident4 Student may not be enrolled in a seminary orother program leading to ordination or licensureto preach.TUITION AND/OR FEE EXEMPTIONSHazlewood ExemptionWhat is the Hazlewood Act?The purpose of the Hazlewood Exemption(Hazlewood Act) is to provide an education benefitto honorably discharged or separated TexasVeterans or to qualified dependent children.How do I qualify for the Hazlewood Act?Veterans who:1. Are Texas residents2. Were Texas residents at the time they enteredthe U.S. Armed Forces3. Have served at least 181 days of active militaryduty, as indicated as “net active service” (thesum of 12(c) and 12(d) on the DD-2144. Have received an honorable discharge orseparation or a general discharge underhonorable conditions5. Have Federal veterans education benefits forterm or semester enrolled that do not exceed thevalue of Hazlewood benefits. (Pell and SEOGGrants are NOT relevant as of Fall 2005.)6. Are not in default on a student loan made orguaranteed by the State of Texas or in defaulton a federal education loan if that default affectstheir eligibility for GI education benefits; and7. Enroll in classes for which the college receivestax support (i.e., a course that does not dependsolely on student tuition and fees to cover itscosts), unless the college’s governing board hasruled to let veterans receive the benefit whiletaking non-funded courses.Dependents who:1. Have a parent who was a resident of Texas atthe time of entry who died as a result ofservice related injuries or illness or whoseparent became totally disabled for purposesof employability as a result of service relatedinjury or illness.2. Are Texas residents, and3. Are not in default on a loan made or guaranteedby the State of Texas or in default on a federaleducation loan if that default affects theireligibility for GI education benefits.The benefit may not be used for correspondencecourses unless the courses are part of thestudent’s degree plan.At this time, Hazlewood benefits are not availableto veteran’s spouses or veterans from other states.What Institutions are eligible for the HazlewoodAct?The awards are available only for use at aTexas public college or university. IndependentInstitutions do NOT qualify for HazlewoodExemptions.65

What does the Hazlewood Exemption cover?The Hazlewood Exemption covers all dues, feesand charges, including fees for correspondencecourses, but excluding property deposit fees,student service fees, and any fee or charges forbooks, lodging, board, or clothing. These fundsmay not be used to pay tuition for continuingeducation classes (for which the college receivesno state tax support).How do you apply for the Hazlewood Act?To use the Hazlewood benefits, you must completean application/ release form:1. Application for Veterans New to Hazlewood2. Application for Dependent New to Hazlewood3. Application for Previous Hazlewood RecipientsVeterans must provide proof (DD-214) from theDepartment of Defense regarding their militaryservice and nature of discharge. In addition,both veterans and dependents must also provideproof of eligibility or ineligibility for GI/Montgomerybenefits by requesting an education benefitsletter from the VA office in Muskogee, OK at(888)-442-4551 or www.gibill.va.gov. Dependentsmust provide proof from Dept of Defense or fromVeterans Administration regarding parent’s deathor parent’s disability related to service. Bothgroups should contact their college financial aidoffice regarding their status on prior federal studentloans made or guaranteed by the State of Texas.All the above information must be submitted to theFinancial Aid/VA office prior to the first class dayof each semester.For Highest Ranking High School GraduatesWhat is an exemption for Highest Ranking HighSchool Graduate?The purpose of this exemption is to provide anaward to students graduating top of their classesin high school.How do I qualify?To determine if you are eligible for this exemptionyou must be a Texas resident, non-resident, orforeign student, and have graduated from anaccredited high school in Texas and are the highestranking graduate in your high school. You mustalso provide the Financial Aid office a copy ofthe certificate you received from your high schoolindicating you are the highest ranking high schoolgraduate. For more information contact the TexasEducation Agency at 512-463-3070.How much can I get?The exemption covers the cost of tuition duringboth semesters of the first regular sessionimmediately following the student's high schoolgraduation. Fees are not covered. No funds maybe used to pay tuition for continuing educationclasses.Blind/ Deaf Students Tuition Waiver/ExemptionWhat is a Blind/ Deaf Tuition Waiver/ Exemption?The Blind/ Deaf students’ tuition waiver is anexemption from tuition and fees at public collegesand universities in Texas. There are a variety of66services available to the consumer, including:4 Assessments4 Rehabilitation Teaching4 Counseling, Guidance, Referral4 Services for Deaf blind Individuals4 Orientation and Mobility Services4 Physical and Mental Restoration4 Reader Services4 Transportation4 Technological Aids and Devices4 Vocational Training4 Employment AssistanceHow do I qualify?Students who have a vision/hearing problemthat prevents them from getting a job or thatmay cause them to lose their job may qualifyfor services available from the Division for BlindServices Vocational Rehabilitation Program orTransition Program (for students 10 and older).For information on any Division for Blind Servicesprogram or to apply for services, contact any DBSoffice located throughout Texas. To find the nearestoffice, check the DBS Offices in Your Area featureon the http://www.dars.state.tx.us/index.shtmlweb site or call the Division for Blind Services at1-800-628-5115.Students who have received a certificate ofdeafness or blindness from the appropriate statevocational rehabilitation agency must present acopy to the financial aid office.How much can I get?The Blind, Deaf Students Tuition Waiver/Exemptioncovers tuition and fees only. Once the financial aidoffice has received a certificate of blindness ordeafness tuition and fees will be paid with thetuition waiver/exemption provided the student isregistered.How will I be paid?A student may receive financial aid and the Blind,Deaf Students Tuition Waiver/ Exemption. Inthis case students will be eligible for refunds. Inthe event that the student withdraws from thesemester, the blind/deaf tuition waiver will coverthe adjusted amounts for tuition and fees but thestudent will not eligible for a refund.What is a Children of Disabled or DeceasedFireman, Peace Officer, Game Wardens,and Employees of Correctional InstitutionsExemption?This exemption provides a benefit to the childrenof persons who have been disabled or killed in theline of duty while serving the community.How do I qualify for this exemption?1. Apply before their 21st birthday or, if the personis eligible to participate in a school district’sspecial education program under section29.003, age 22,2. Had a parent who was a paid or volunteerfireman, paid municipal, county, or state peaceofficer, or a custodial employee of the TexasDepartment of Corrections, or a game warden3. Are the child of a parent who suffered an injury,resulting in disability or death, sustained in theline of duty

4. Enroll in classes for which the college receivestax support (i.e. a course that does not dependsolely on student tuition and fees to cover itscosts).A person may receive an exemption from thepayment of tuition and fees only for the first 120undergraduate.In which Institutions is this exemptionavailable?This exemption is available only for use at a Texaspublic college or university.How much can be awarded?The exemption from the payment of tuition andrequired fees for the first 120 undergraduatesemester credit hours for which a person registers.No funds may be used to pay tuition for continuingeducation classes for which the college receivesno state tax support.How do I apply?1. Obtain a sample letter from the Texas HigherEducation Coordinating Board.2. Have a parent’s prior employer complete thesample letter on official letterhead.3. Submit the letter to the Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board.4. The Texas Higher Education CoordinatingBoard will notify the college or university of thestudent’s eligibility.Who do I contact for more information?1. Contact your college or university for additionalinformation.What is the exemption for Children of U.S.Military who are Missing in Action orPrisoners of War (MIA/POW's)?This exemption is to provide an education benefitto the children of persons listed as Missing inAction or Prisoners of War by the U.S. Departmentof Defense.To be eligible for this exemption you must meetthe following requirements?1. Are Texas Residents2. Are 21 or younger or 25 or younger andreceiving most of his/her support from a parent.3. Have documentation from the Department ofDefense that a parent, who is classified asa Texas resident, is missing in action or aprisoner of war.4. Enroll in classes for which the college receivestax support (i.e., a course that does not dependsolely on student tuition and fees to cover itscosts).What Institutions are eligible for thisexemption?This exemption is available only for use at a Texaspublic school or university.What will this exemption cover?The exemption will cover tuition, service fees, labfees, building use fees, and all other fees exceptroom, board or clothing fees, or deposits in thenature of security for the return or proper care ofproperty. No funds may be used to pay tuition forcontinuing education classes for which the collegereceives no state tax support.What is the process for applying for thisexemption?You must contact the financial aid office foradditional information on this exemption.Fire Fighters Enrolled in Fire ScienceCoursesExemption from tuition and laboratory fees forcourses of a fire science curriculum at publiccolleges or universities in Texas. To be eligible:4 Must be fire fighter enrolled in fire sciencecourses offered as a part of a fire sciencecurriculum.4 Is for residents and nonresidents.Foster Care Students Tuition WaiverWhat is the Foster Care Students TuitionWaiver?Youths who have been in foster or other residentialcare under the conservatorship of Protective andRegulatory Services may be exempt from thepayment of tuition and fees at state supportedjunior colleges, four-year colleges or universities,and technical institutes. A student may be eligiblefor the tuition waiver if he/she meets one of thefollowing criteria listed below.How do I Qualify for Exemption from Tuitionand Fees?1. If the student was in foster or other residentialcare under the conservatorship of theDepartment of Protective and RegulatoryServices on or after one of the following criteria4 The day preceding the student’s 18thbirthday;4 The day the student graduated from highschool or received the equivalent of a highschool diploma; or4 The day of the student’s 14th birthday,if the student was also eligible for adoption(parental rights have been terminated) onor after that day; andAnd enrolls in an institution of higher education asan undergraduate student not later than the thirdanniversary of4 The date the student was discharged fromfoster or other residential care, or4 The date the student graduated from highschool or received the equivalent of a highschool diploma, whichever date is earliest;or4 The student’s 21st birthday.2. College Tuition Waiver for Youth who have beenAdopted Protective and Regulatory ServicesChild Protective Services (CPS)Any youth is exempt from college tuition andfees if he or she was either:4 in foster or other residential care underProtective and Regulatory Servicesconservatorship as of the youth’s 14thbirthday; and4 eligible for adoption on or after that day; or4 adopted; and4 the subject of a signed adoption assistanceagreement between The Protective and67

Regulatory Services and the adoptiveparents under Subchapter D, Chapter 162,of the Texas Family Code.3. Exemptions for Students over Age 21Some students meeting the above eligibilityrequirements may qualify for the tuition waiverif they enroll after age 21, using the earlier ofthe two following dates:4 The third anniversary of the date of dischargefrom foster or other residential care.4 The third anniversary of the date of highschool graduation or completion of anequivalency of a high school diploma (GED).For example, a student would be exemptfrom the payment of tuition and fees if he orshe received a GED at age 19 and enrolledat age 22.4. Exemption Based on Adoption AssistanceAgreementAnother way a student is exempt from paymentof tuition and fees is if the student was:a) Adopted; andb) The subject of a signed adoption assistanceagreement between Protective and RegulatoryServices and the adoptive parents underSubchapter D, Chapter 162, of the Texas FamilyCode.What do I need if I am eligible for Foster CareStudent Tuition Waiver?The Letter: The district coordinator or the districtdesignee is responsible for researching a youth’seligibility for a tuition waiver. If a youth is eligibleand will be entering a state supported college ortechnical institute (as defined by Texas EducationCode 54.001 and 54.002), the coordinator ordistrict designee provides a tuition waiver letterto the youth to take to the registrar’s office of thecollege or institution.Eligibility is determined by the Texas Departmentof Family and Protective Services. A copy of thetuition waiver letter must be submitted to thefinancial aid office in order to utilize the exemption.If a copy is not submitted to the financial aid office,aid will not be awarded.How much money can I get?The Foster Care Students Tuition Waiver /Exemption covers tuition and fees only. Oncethe financial aid office has received a tuitionwaiver, funds will be posted provided the studentis registered.How will I be paid?A student can receive financial aid simultaneouslywith the Foster Care Student Tuition Waiver. In thiscase students will be eligible for refunds. If in theevent that the student withdraws from his semester,the Foster Care Students Tuition Waiver will coverthe adjusted amounts for tuition and fees. Thestudent is not eligible for a refund.Temporary Assistance for Needy Families(TANF) ExemptionWhat is TANF?The purpose of this exemption is to help childrenwhose parents received TANF get a start in college.The eligibility requirements are:4 Must be a Texas resident68Must have graduated from public high schoolin Texas.4 Must have been a dependent child whoseparents received financial assistance throughthe TANF program for at least six months of theyear the child's high school graduation.4 Must be less than 22 years of age at the timeof enrollment in college.4 Must enroll in college within 24 months of highschool graduation.How do I apply?The student must provide proof from the Healthand Human Services Commission of receivingTANF benefits to the Financial Aid Office.How much can I get?The exemption covers tuition and fees for the firstacademic year in which the student enrolls at aTexas public institution of higher education. Nofunds may be used to pay for continuing educationclasses.Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan(formerly Texas Tomorrow Fund)The Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan is a programthat allows Texas families to lock in the cost oftomorrow’s college tuition and fees required asa condition of enrollment. For more information,contact the Texas tomorrow Fund/TexasGuaranteed Tuition Plan at 1-800-445-GRAD orcheck with the Financial Aid office. If funds areavailable the TGTP covers only the followingcharges:4Tuition4Registration Fee4Information Technology Fee4Learning Support FeeNote: Students are responsible to pay any otherfees not covered by TGTP.OTHER ASSISTANCE PROGRAMSScholarshipsEach year, a number of individuals, organizationsand companies provide scholarships that areavailable to students attending STC. The amountand criteria for these awards will vary. Thesescholarships are advertised when available, andeligible students may apply at that time. Informationis available from the Financial Aid office and fromthe Program Chairperson.Top 10% Scholarship ProgramWhat is the Top 10% Scholarship ProgramThe 80th Texas legislature created the Top 10%Scholarship to encourage students who graduatein the top 10 percent of their high school classto attend a Texas public institution of highereducation.How do I qualify?To qualifying for the Top 10 % Scholarship studentsmust submit the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (FAFSA) by April 1, 2009 and havefinancial need. Other requirements include:4 Be a Texas Resident4 Demonstrate financial need ( to be determinedby the college Financial Aid office)

4 Complete a 2009-2010 FAFSA and file byApril 1, 20094 Complete Recommended or DistinguishedAchievement high school curriculum4 Rank in the top 10 percent4 Graduate from an accredited high school inTexas4 Enroll full time in Fall 2009How much can I get?If eligible you will receive a $2,000 scholarshipif you enroll full time in a Texas public college oruniversity in the Fall 2009 semester.Please contact the Office of Financial Aid at SouthTexas College to verify your compliance with theabove mentioned requirements.South Texas Academic Rising Scholars(STARS)What is STARS?The STARS Scholarship Fund awards scholarshipsto qualified students of South Texas annually.STARS provide scholarships through a generalapplication process, in which recipients areselected on a competitive basis of academicachievement, personal strengths, leadershipand financial need. Applications are availableat the beginning of the calendar year at www.southtexasstars.orgValley ScholarsWhat are Valley Scholars?Valley Scholars are Hidalgo and Starr county highschool graduates who are in the top 10 percentof their high school’s graduating class. ValleyScholars receive a scholarship to be used onlyat South Texas College to complete an associatedegree.Other benefits for the Valley Scholars includespecial mentoring, tutoring, college tour trips, andother incentives. For further information aboutthis program, contact Program Coordinator, MarieOlivarez at 956-872-2621 or see Academic Honorssection of this catalog.National Hispanic Scholarship Fund (NHSF)What is the National Hispanic ScholarshipFund?The National Hispanic Scholarship Fund isscholarships that assist Hispanic Americanstudents in completing their higher education.These scholarships are awarded on a competitivebasis to undergraduate and graduate students ofHispanic background.How much can I get?Awards normally range from $500 to $1000.Note: Applications are usually available at allfinancial aid locations during the months of Augustand September.Veteran’s Educational BenefitsSTC is approved for training veterans under theprovisions of the various public laws commonlycalled the G.I. Bill. A veteran with entitlement mayreceive a monthly check varying in amount withhis/her course load. A spouse or child of a veteranmay receive benefits under certain conditions.Veterans or their families who think they maybe eligible for benefits should contact their localVeterans Administration office or the STC VeteranAffairs office. Please visit the Veteran Affairs officeor call (956) 872-2109, or at 1-800-742-7822.Students receiving V.A. educational benefitsmust adhere to the V.A. Satisfactory ProgressStandards. More information on these standardsis available from the Veteran Affairs office.Department of Assistive and RehabilitativeServices (DARS)What is DARS?The Department of Assistive and RehabilitativeServices (DARS) offers payment of tuition andother services to students who have certainphysical handicaps. The Vocational RehabilitationDivision must approve the vocational objectivesselected by the student before funds are awarded.Interested applicants should contact the nearestoffice of Department of the Department of Assistiveand Rehabilitative Services.How do students apply for DARS?To apply for VR services, call, write or visit theDARS Division for Rehabilitation Services officenearest you and request an appointment to meetwith a counselor. If you need help in locating aDRS office in your area, you may call 1(800) 628-5115. When you contact the local office, please letus know if you need translator services or otheraccommodations for your appointment.How much money can I get?DARS covers tuition and fees, books andsometimes supplies up to an approved amount.The DARS issues purchase orders to the financialaid office with specified amounts for each student’stuition and fees. The financial aid office cannotincrease awards without written authorization fromDARS. If a student withdraws or has any changesin fees, monies must be returned to DARS, astudent is not eligible for any reimbursement.How will I be paid?A student cannot receive financial aidsimultaneously with DARS funds. DARS requiresthat other aid must be awarded first. If in the eventthat a student completes or is eligible for any otheraid, the DARS award will be cancelled, unlesswritten authorization from DARS has been given.Workforce Investment Act (WIA)Workforce solutionsWhat is WIA?WIA is the Workforce Investment Act, and itspurpose is to provide workforce investmentactivities that increase the employment, retention,and earnings of participants. WIA programsare intended to increase occupational skillsattainment by participants and improve the qualityof the workforce, reduce welfare dependency, andenhance the productivity and competitiveness ofthe nation. WIA authorizes several job trainingprograms including Adult Employment and69

Training Activities, Youth Activities, and Job Corps.Students interested in applying for WIA shouldcontact their local WorkFORCE center.How Do Students Apply for WIA?Prior to enrollment at STC a student should contacttheir local Workforce Solution Center to determineeligibility and types of assistance available to them.Workforce Center LocationsHidalgo County:Edinburg Workforce Center2719 W. University CenterEdinburg, TX 78539Phone: (956) 380-0008Mercedes Workforce Center202 S. TexasMercedes, TX 78570Phone: (956) 565-3368Starr County:Rio Grande City Workforce Center216 Chaparral Blvd.Rio Grande City, TC 78582Phone: (956) 487-5619Elsa Workforce Center119 - A RetamaElsa, TX 78543Phone: (956) 262-0001Pharr Workforce Center1100 E. Business 83Pharr, TX 78577Phone: (956) 702-0977Starr County:Rio Grande STC Campus - (Youth site)142 FM 3167Rio Grande City, TX 78582Phone: (956) 488-5894La Joya Workforce Center724 E. Expressway 83La Joya, TX 78572Phone: (956) 585-8962Weslaco Workforce Center709 Angelina StreetWeslaco, TX 78596Phone: (956) 447-4693Starr CountyRoma Workforce Center4 West Lincoln AveRoma, TX 78584Phone: (956) 847-2100McAllen Workforce Center3101 W. Business 83McAllen, TX 78501Phone: (956) 687-1121Weslaco STC (Youth site)400 N. BorderWeslaco, TX 78596Phone: (956) 973-7694Willacy CountyRaymondville Workforce Center100 N. Exp 77, Unit H-1Raymondville, TX 78580Phone: (956) 689-3412Note: Information is subject to change.70How much can I get?WIA covers tuition, fees, books, equipment, toolsand uniforms up to an approved amount. TheWIA contract also specifies a contract end datein which the student will not be awarded unlessa modification has been received from WIA. Astudent who is approved under a program must beregistered in courses that are on the degree plan.WIA does not cover developmental courses, repeatcourses and courses not a part of the degree plan.How will I be paid?A student may receive financial aid and WIA funds.However a student cannot receive VIDA and WIAat the same time because both are state fundedgrants. Any funds remaining will not be issued untilafter enrollment has been verified.Valley Initiative for Development andAdvancement (VIDA)What is VIDA?VIDA is a workforce development programdesigned to respond to the job training needs ofthe Rio Grande Valley’s Empowerment Zones.Participants of the program will be recruited andtrained to qualify for higher paying jobs availablein the Rio Grande Valley.Long-term training (1-2 years) will be limited totargeted occupations with identified job openings.Customized training (less than 1 year) will be madeavailable through a contractual partnering betweenVIDA, industry and local community colleges.Applications are available at VIDA satellite offices.Students needing more information on VIDA maycontact the STC Financial Aid office.How do I qualify?Interested students must be majoring in one ofthe following degrees in order to apply for theVIDA program,One Year Certificate Programs4 Accounting Clerk4 Automotive Technology4 EMT-Intermediate4 Import/Export4 Computer Aided Drafting & Design Technology4 Computer Maintenance Technology4 Electronic & Computer Maintenance Tech4 Electronic Serving Tech4 Health Unit Coordination Tech4 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration4 Industrial Systems Maintenance Tech4 Medical Information Specialist4 Nursing-LVN4 Nursing-LVN/ADN Transition4 Precision Manufacturing4 Secretary4 Diesel Technology4 EMT-ParamedicTwo Year Associate Degree Programs4 Networking Specialist4 Accounting4 Administrative Assistant4 Auto Technology4 Child Care & Development4 Communication Service Tech4 Computer Maintenance Tech4 Computer Support Specialist

4 Diesel Tech4 E-Commerce4 Electronic Equipment & Computer Maintenance4 Electronic Semiconductor Tech4 EMT-Emergency Medical Technology4 Health Information Tech4 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration4 Legal Assisting4 Legal Secretary4 Minicomputer Specialist4 Nursing – RN4 Occupational Therapy assistant4 Pharmacy Technology4 Physical Therapist Assistant4 Precision Manufacturing Tech4 Public Service Administration4 Radiologic Tech4 Webmaster Specialist4 Health & Human Services4 Import/ ExportStudents interested in applying for the VIDAprogram must contact VIDA directly at 1715 E.Pike Blvd., Weslaco, TX 78596, 1-800-478-1770.How much can I get?VIDA covers tuition and fees, books and sometimesupplies up to an approved amount. The VIDAprogram forwards Memo’s to the financial aid officewith specified amounts for each student’s tuitionand fees. The financial aid office cannot increaseawards without written authorization from VIDA. Ifa student withdraws or has any changes in fees,monies must be returned to VIDA, and the studentwill not be eligible for reimbursement.How will I be paid?A student may receive financial aid and VIDAfunds. However a student cannot receive VIDAand WIA at the same time because both are statefunded grants. Any funds remaining will not beissued until after enrollment has been verified.AmeriCorpsThe AmeriCorps program provides full-timeeducational awards in return for work in communityservice. You can work before, during, or after yourpost secondary education and you can use thefunds either to pay current educational expensesor to repay federal student loans. Please go towww.americorps.gov and register in the onlinepayments system.VAMOS-Valley Alliance of Mentors forOpportunities and ScholarshipsVAMOS is a Hidalgo County organization thatprovides scholarships to Hidalgo County Hispanicyouth graduating in the top 25 percent of theirschool’s graduating class. Students must beHispanic and U.S. citizens, or permanent lawfulresidents. The amount of scholarships variesand is dependent on a student’s financial aid andunmet need.TAX BENEFITS FOR HIGHER EDUCATIONHope Tax CreditProgram Purpose: It provides a tax credit tofamilies with students in the first two years ofcollege or vocational school, to make postsecondaryeducation more affordable.Eligibility Requirements are:4 Be enrolled at least 1/2 time an eligible institutionin a program leading to a degree, certificate, orother recognized educational credential.4 Cannot have completed the first two years ofundergraduate education.4 Have not been convicted of a federal or statefelony for possessing or distributing a controlledsubstance before the end of the tax year inwhich the student is enrolled.The Hope Tax Credit could be of up to $1,500per eligible student per year. Please refer to IRSPublication 970 for information on how to includethis credit on your tax forms.Lifetime Learning tax creditThe purpose of the program is to provide a federaltax credit for adult learners--individuals returningto school, changing careers, or taking a courseor two to upgrade their skills, and college juniors,seniors, and graduate and professional students.The credit can be claimed by families with one ormore individuals in college for all of postsecondaryeducation and for courses to acquire or improve jobskills. The award amount can be a tax credit of upto $2000 per return. For more information on howto apply this tax credit, refer to IRS Publication 970.SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESSFinancial Aid Satisfactory Academic ProgressPolicyFederal regulations mandate that a studentreceiving Financial Assistance under Title IVprograms must maintain satisfactory academicprogress in his/her course of study regardlessof whether or not financial aid is awarded eachsemester.South Texas College’s Financial Aid SatisfactoryAcademic Progress Policy is applied consistentlyto all Financial Aid recipients within identifiablecategories of students (such as full-time or parttime).Students pursuing a Certificate, Associate, orBachelor degree are responsible for understandingand adhering to the financial aid satisfactoryacademic progress policy.Mandated by Federal and State Regulations,Satisfactory Academic Progress is measured withthe following standards:4 Qualitative (Cumulative Grade Point Average),4 Quantitative (Maximum Time Frame for completion)4 Quantitative Percentage (Attempted hrs/Earned hrs measured by semester).Qualitative StandardStudents will be expected to maintain the minimumacademic standards as outlined in the ScholasticProgress Standards Section of the STC 2009-2010Catalog. STC uses a 4-point scale for grade pointaverage (GPA) and requires students to have a2.0 average after each semester.71

Quantitative StandardThe quantitative standard is used to accuratelymeasure a student’s progress in a program. Thereare two components of the quantitative standard:1. 67 percent completion rate requirement:Students must complete 67 percent of the courseload that they register for each semester. The chartbelow shows credit hour totals and the numberof credits that must be completed to meet thisrequirement. Developmental remedial course workwill be counted in the 67 percent calculation aftereach semester.67 percent Rule(Attempted Semester Hours x 67 percent)Attempted 67 Percentage Earned Sem.Semester Hours Rule Hrs Must Be>or=18 Credit Hours 67% 1217 Credit Hours 67% 1116 Credit Hours 67% 1115 Credit Hours 67% 1014 Credit Hours 67% 913 Credit Hours 67% 912 Credit Hours 67% 811 Credit Hours 67% 710 Credit Hours 67% 79 Credit Hours 67% 68 Credit Hours 67% 57 Credit Hours 67% 56 Credit Hours 67% 45 Credit Hours 67% 34 Credit Hours 67% 33 Credit Hours 67% 22. Maximum Time Frame (MTF): MaximumTime Frame is measured by dividing the numberof credit hours that the student has attempted bythe number of credit hours that are required tocomplete the student’s program of study. If thestudent reaches 150 percent, then they havereached Maximum Time Frame.The graph below contains two examples. Pleasenote that whether attempted hours were earnedor not has no bearing on the MTF portion of theFinancial Aid Satisfactory Academic ProgressPolicy.Maximum Time Frame Rule Examples(Required Grad Hours X MTF percent)Equals the maximumof credit hours thatthe student may haveand be eligible toHours required Times receive financial aid forgraduate 150% while in that program120 Credit Hours 150% 18060 Credit Hours 150% 9042 Credit Hours 150% 63In the first example, the program of study requires120 credit hours to graduate. Therefore, 180 credithours would be 150 percent. (120 x 1.5=180). Inthe second example, the program of study requires60 credit hours to graduate. Therefore, 90 credithours would be 150 percent. (60x1.5=90). In thethird example, the program of study requires 42credit hours to graduate. When a student reacheda total of 63 (42 x 1.5=63) credit hours attemptedat STC in that program they would reach MaximumTime Frame.72Up to 30 credit hours of developmental credithours are not counted in Maximum Time Framecalculations. Any developmental course workbeyond 30 credit hours attempted will be countedin Maximum Time Frame calculations.How are my grades evaluated under theStandards of Academic Progress?4 The students cumulative Grade PointAverage (GPA) must be a 2.0 or higher tosatisfy the requirements of the QualitativeStandards of the Financial Aid SatisfactoryAcademic Progress.4 Grades of “A”, “B”, “C”, “D” and “P” will beconsidered credit hours attempted and earned.4 Grades of “F”, “W”, “NP”, “WP”, “WF”, “DP”,“DF”, “IP” or “I” will not be considered ascredit hours earned for the 67 percent ruleand Maximum Time Frame rule, but will beconsidered as hours attempted for the semester.4 Students who withdraw from the college muststill maintain satisfactory academic progressregarding the 67 percent rule and MaximumTime Frame rule.What happens if I fail to meet the Standards ofFinancial Aid Academic Progress?Following the first semester in which the studentdoes not meet the standards of the SatisfactoryAcademic Progress Policy (except in cases wherethe student exceeds the Maximum Time Framelimit for the declared major-program of study), thestudent will be placed on Financial Aid Probationfor the next semester of enrollment. The studentmay be allowed to receive financial aid funds whileon probation as long as they are otherwise eligiblefor the funds.4 Students who are on probation and whoimprove their academic performance as definedby the Qualitative and Quantitative standardswill be placed back in good standing and maybe eligible to continue to receive financial aidfor following semesters.4 Students who are on probation who fail tomeet the standards of the Satisfactory AcademicProgress Policy will be placed on Financial AidSuspension and denied further funding untilhe/she meets Qualitative and Quantitativestandards again.4 A student who exhausts the Maximum TimeFrame allowed for a program of study will beplaced on financial aid suspension.APPEAL PROCESSStudents who fail to meet STC’s Financial AidSatisfactory Academic Progress Policy because ofunusual circumstances, such as illness, death inthe family, accidents, etc., have the right to appeal.During the appeal process the student must beprepared to pay his/her own expenses, such astuition, fees, books, supplies, etc.Please follow the procedure below to appeal aFinancial Aid Suspension.4 A Financial Aid Appeal form must beobtained and submitted to the STC FinancialAid office.4 Documentation supporting the extenuatingcircumstances must be available for review.4 Appeals will be approved/disapproved by

the Financial Aid Appeals Committee.4 All decisions made by the Financial AidAppeals Committee are final.4 It is the student’s responsibility to follow upwith the Financial Aid office two weeks aftersubmitting a complete appeal form with all ofthe required documentation to determine thestatus of the appeal.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONComplete withdrawals and the Financial AidSatisfactory Academic Progress PolicyStudents who withdraw from the college muststill maintain satisfactory academic progress. Acomplete withdrawal will always have a negativeeffect on a student’s standing under the policy.If a student withdraws from school during thesemester, his/her grades for the semester will beall W’s. These grades are not passing therefore thestudent did not meet the 67 percent completion raterequirement and will be placed either on FinancialAid Probation or Suspension depending on whattheir status was before the semester began.Change of Major for Maximum Time FramecalculationStudents will be allowed to change their declaredmajor once and have some credits excludedfrom the Maximum Time Frame calculation. Alldevelopmental courses and academic courseswhere the student earned grades of “F”, “W”,“I”, “IP”, “NP”, “WP”, “WF”, “DP” or “DF” willbe excluded from the Maximum Time Framecalculation.Academic Probation and SuspensionStudents on academic probation or academicsuspension will automatically be placedon Financial Aid Probation or Financial AidSuspension. If a student successfully appeals hisacademic probation or suspension, that appealhas no effect on his standing with the FinancialAid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy; hewill still be on Financial Aid Suspension. Pleasereference to the Appeals Process Section formore information.Students who graduate and return to STC fora second degreeIf a student graduates from STC and re-enrolls atSTC to pursue another program, all developmentalcourses and academic courses where the studentearned grades of “F”, “W”, “I”, “IP”, “NP”, “WP”,“WF”, “DP” or “DF” will be included from theMaximum Time Frame calculation. Students mayrequest an additional review by providing a degreeplan furnished by the office of Counseling andAdvising, to our Financial Aid office.The degree plan will be reviewed by a FinancialAid Professional to determine exactly which credithours from the graduated program apply to thestudent’s new program of study.Classes from the program the student graduatedfrom, which do not count toward graduation forthe student’s new program, will be eliminated fromthe total. These reviews are done on a first comefirst serve basis.Notification of status under the FAO SatisfactoryAcademic Progress PolicyStudents placed on FA Probation or FA Suspensionwill be notified in writing of their status after gradesare available on STC’s computer system.The Effect of Developmental Course Work onthe MTF CalculationThirty (30) credit hours of developmental coursework will be eliminated from the Maximum TimeFrame calculation. After the student attemptsmore than 30 credit hours of developmentalcoursework, any additional developmental credithours attempted will count in the Maximum TimeFrame calculation.The Effect of Dropping a CourseStudents who reduce their course load by droppinga course after the semester has begun risk noncomplianceunder the 67 percent completion raterequirements.Transfer Hours and Maximum Time FrameTransfer hours which have an STC equivalent arecounted in the Maximum Time Frame calculation.Students may request an additional review byproviding a degree plan furnished by the officeof Counseling and Advising, to our Financial Aidoffice. These reviews are done on a first comefirst serve basis.The Effect of Financial Aid Suspension onFinancial Aid AwardsTitle IV Aid consists of grants and work study;therefore, all grants and work study awards willbe cancelled (or discontinued in the case ofwork study), if the student is on Financial AidSuspension.Consortium Agreements and the SatisfactoryAcademic Progress PolicyWhen South Texas College has a consortiumagreement with a participating institution, thestudent must meet the Satisfactory AcademicProgress Policy of the institution that is awardingaid.The Effect of Repeating CoursesThere is no specific limitation on the number oftimes a student may attempt a course under theFinancial Aid Satisfactory Academic ProgressPolicy. All course attempts, even repeated courseswill count against the student’s Maximum TimeFrame limit. Please refer to the Maximum TimeFrame Section of this catalog.FEDERAL RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDSPOLICYWithdrawalsWhen a student who is a Title IV recipientwithdraws, there are two policies related to financethat the student should be familiar with. The first isSTC’s Tuition Refunds Policy, which is located inthe Financial Information Section of this catalog.The second policy is the U.S. Department ofEducation’s Return of Title IV Funds policy, whichis described below. These two processes aremanaged by different offices and have different73

equirements and deadlines and can be a littleconfusing. If you have questions after reviewingthe Financial Information section of this catalogand the Return of Title IV Funds informationplease contact the office that is responsible foradministering the process that you have questionsabout. The Financial Aid office may be reached at(956) 872-8375, and the Cashier’s office may bereached at (956) 872-3475 or both may be reachedat 1-800-742-7822.Policy SummaryThere are five types of Title IV funds that areaffected by the return of Title IV funds policy atSTC. They are the Federal Pell Grant, FederalSEOG Grant, Federal ACG Grant, FederalNational SMART Grant and Federal LEAPGrant. The Higher Education Amendments of1998, Public Law 105-244 (the Amendments of1998) substantially changed the way funds paidtoward a student’s education are handled when arecipient of Title IV funds withdraws from school.If a Title IV recipient withdraws from school afterbeginning attendance, the amount of aid earnedby the student must be determined. If the amountdisbursed to the student is greater than the amountthe student earned, unearned funds must bereturned. If the amount disbursed to the student isless than the amount the student earned, and forwhich the student is otherwise eligible, he or she iseligible to receive a post-withdrawal disbursementof the earned aid that was not received.When a student fails to earn at least onepassing gradeAs per Department of Education, students who donot earn at least one passing grade per semesterare considered to have withdrawn from school.For example: if a student attempts three courses,withdraws from one course with a “W” and earns“Fs” for the other two courses, or if he or she earnsall “Fs” the Financial Aid office must assume thatthe student withdrew from school. The FinancialAid office is required to re-calculate their eligibilityand remove some of the financial aid funds thatwere disbursed on their student account. Inmost cases, students will end up owing SouthTexas College hundreds of dollars. At STC, thewithdrawal date for students who do not earn atleast on passing grade is the 50 percent point ofthe semester.For students in this situation, the only reliefavailable is related to the date when they stoppedattending school classes. If the student participatedin a verifiable, academically-related activity pastthe 60 percent point of the semester (checkwith the Financial Aid office for dates) and proofof this can be collected then the Financial Aidoffice does not have to perform the calculation.The Department of Education has definedacceptable academically-related activities as classattendance, examinations or quizzes, tutorials,computer-assisted instruction, academic advisingor counseling, academic conferences, completingan academic assignment, paper, or project, orattending a school-assigned study group. Studentsmay not provide documentation of these activities;it must come from either an instructor or in the caseof academic advising, the office of Counselingand Advising.74Process for students who withdraw themselvesFor students who go through the process ofofficially withdrawing themselves from school, asimple calculation is used to determine the amountof Title IV funds a student has earned as of the datehe or she withdraws. The percentage of the periodcompleted is determined by dividing the number ofcalendar days completed in the semester as of theday the student withdrew, by the total number ofcalendar days in the semester. The total numberof calendar days in a semester includes all dayswithin the term, except for institutionally scheduledbreaks of five or more consecutive days. The daythe student withdrew is counted as a completedday. This percentage is multiplied by the amountof Title IV Federal Student Aid that was disbursedto the student for the semester. The result is theamount of aid that the student earned. Once thestudent reaches the 60 percent point in a semester,they have earned 100 percent of their Federal aidand no adjustment is required.The process for students who are withdrawnor who do not initiate the withdrawal processThe Return of Title IV funds process is differentfor students who do not follow the process toofficially withdraw and are withdrawn or droppedby the school. For example, the withdrawal datefor students who have withdrawn after beginningattendance is the date that the student waswithdrawn. Students who do not initiate thewithdrawal process will be withdrawn up to the50 percent point of the semester. If the studentis withdrawn on or after the 50 percent point ofthe semester, the percentage used to calculatethe amount of aid that the student has earned willalways be 50 percentThe process for students who are withdrawnor dropped by STCThe Return of Title IV funds process is differentfor students who do not follow the process toofficially withdraw and are withdrawn or droppedby the school. For example, the withdrawal datefor students who have withdrawn after beginningattendance is the date that the student waswithdrawn. For Texas Success Initiative (TSI)Non-compliance the percentage of aid earned bythe student is determined by the withdrawal date.Return of Title IV Funds calculation resulting inmoney owed to South Texas CollegeIf students withdraw or are withdrawn from all oftheir classes after the 20th class day of a regularsemester or the designated end of the refundperiod of a shorter term, STC will not adjust the costof tuition and fees (Please reference the TuitionRefunds Policy, which is located in the FinancialInformation Section of the STC Catalog). Whena return of Title IV funds calculation is performedand aid that was used by the student to payfor tuition, fees, or other institutional charges isreturned, students become responsible to repayfunds those funds to STC. The debt must be repaidbefore the student will be allowed to register for afuture semester.Grant OverpaymentsStudents who have grant overpayments atDepartment of Education Collections may

call 1-800-621-3115, email them at dcshelp@pearson.com, or write them at U.S. Department ofEducation Student Financial Assistance ProgramsP.O. Box 4222 Iowa City, IA 52245.Three Examples of Return of Title IV fundscalculations:Example #1Barbara was enrolled in for 12 credit hours at STCfor the fall semester. When Barbara began classesshe received a Federal Pell Grant. She withdrewfrom her classes 53 days into the semester. Herbill for tuition and fees was $1250. There are atotal of 159 calendar days in the semester, soBarbara earned 33.3 percent of her Title IV aid(53 days completed divided by 159 total days inthe payment period). Barbara received a total of$2675 in Federal Pell Grant for the fall semester.She received a check for the balance of PellGrant funds in excess of the cost of school aftercensus day.To determine the amount of Pell Grant funds thatBarbara earned, we must multiply the percentageearned by the amount she was eligible to receive.33.3% X $2675.00= $890.78Since Barbara was enrolled for 33.3 percent ofthe fall semester, according to U.S. Departmentof Education regulations, she has earned $890.78of her Pell Grant. The Department of Educationrequires that STC return $846.25 of the unearnedfunds from the funds that Barbara used to pay forher tuition and fees. Because Barbara withdrewafter the 20th day of class, there will be noreduction of the cost of tuition and fees. Barbarawill be responsible to repay STC $846.25 becauseshe withdrew and the funds are no longer availableto cover the cost of her tuition and fees.Example #2David was enrolled for 12 credit hours in the springsemester, attended a few weeks of his classesand decided to leave school. He was eligible for$550.00 in Federal Pell Grant which was postedto his student account to help pay for his tuition.His cost for tuition and fees was $650.00. He didnot inform STC of his decision to withdraw, anddid not follow the process for withdrawing fromschool. Joe was dropped from all of his classesfor non-attendance, and the Financial Aid officewas notified of his withdrawal. The date that hewas withdrawn was at the 45 percent point of thesemester.20th day of class, there will be no reduction of thecost of tuition and fees. Joe will be responsible torepay STC $357.50 because he was withdrawnand the funds are no longer available to cover thecost of his tuition and fees.Example #3Danny was enrolled in 6 credit hours for the springsemester, was not withdrawn and did not initiatethe withdrawal process. He earned all Fs for thespring semester. The Financial Aid office wasunable to find documentation showing that she hadattended past the 60 percent point of the semester,and consequently was required to perform a Returnof Title IV funds calculation.As per U.S. Department of Education regulationsDanny is entitled to 50 percent of her $1,325.00Pell Grant award. Danny will be responsible torepay STC $300.DEVELOPMENTAL COURSEWORKLIMITATIONThe U. S. Department of Education providedthe following guidelines to schools about howdevelopmental courses may be funded. (Pleasenote that the information in this catalog onlypertains to the developmental courseworklimitation and a student must satisfy all U. S.Department of Education, State of Texas andSouth Texas College eligibility requirements tobe eligible for Financial Assistance). A studentmay receive Federal Aid for up to one academicyear’s worth of developmental coursework. Atcommunity colleges, the limit is 30 semesterhours. The Financial Aid office complies with thisrequirement by reviewing all student records afterthe Census day of each semester to see if anystudents are scheduled to receive financial aid fora developmental course when they have alreadyattempted 10 or more courses.Any Pell Grant award made to a student who isscheduled to receive aid for the 11th or greaterdevelopmental course attempt will be recalculatedwithout considering the developmental course inthe student’s enrollment status.Example:If a student is enrolled in a total of 12 credit hours,three of which are from his/her 11th developmentalcourse attempt, his/her Federal Pell Grant awardwill be recalculated based on nine credit hoursinstead of 12 credit hours.To determine the amount of Pell Grant funds thatJoe earned, we must multiply the percentageearned by the amount he was eligible to receive.45.0% X $550.00 = $247.50Since Joe was enrolled for 45.0 percent of thespring semester, according to U.S. Departmentof Education regulations, he has earned $247.50of his Pell Grant. The Department of Educationrequires that STC return $357.50 of the unearnedfunds from the funds that Joe used to pay for histuition and fees. Because Joe withdrew after the75

CAMPUS PARKINGEvery motor vehicle parked on a South TexasCollege campus must have a valid parking permitaffixed in the proper location.Parking PermitsA parking permit does not guarantee a parkingspace, but does authorize parking in designatedareas.The person issued a parking permit is responsiblefor all violations and tickets cited to that permit.Parking permits are issued at Student InformationCenters located at all STC campuses. Call 956-872-8311 for more information on specific hoursof operations and locations.Parking permit fees are as follows:4 Initial permit-No Charge4 Additional or Replacement permit-$10.00All visitors must obtain a temporary parkingpermit to park on South Texas College campuses.Temporary parking permits are available at StudentInformation Centers.Individuals applying for parking permits releaseall vehicle information to the Student InformationCenters and the Security Department. Individualswill be held liable for any citations received forany vehicle on South Texas College campuses,whether the vehicle has a permit or not.South Texas College Parking Regulations1. Displaying a parking permit4 Permits for cars, trucks, and SUVs shall be hung fromthe rearview mirror and fully visible.4 Permits for motorcycles shall be affixed in a clearlyvisible location.4 Permits shall be displayed in an upright position andnot be altered in any way.2. Citations will be issued for the followingviolations:(All laws that apply to Texas streets andhighways apply to STC campuses)4 Improper Display of Parking Permit.4 Parking Where Prohibited by Signs/Markings(Ex: Faculty/Staff, Reserved, Visitors orLoading/Unloading parking areas.)4 Parked in Visitors while having an STC permit(current or expired)4 Parking in No Parking Space/Area4 Parking alongside of islands or double-parked(taking up two parking spaces).4 Parking in a Fire lane (red zone) will be givena citation and may be subject to Tow at Owner’sExpense.4 Handicapped parking spaces are reserved forindividuals who have been issued a validhandicap placard or Disabled Veteran licenseplates by the state of Texas and have a validSouth Texas College parking permit. Thesespaces are not for use by individuals who arenot handicap, even if the vehicle displays ahandicap placard.4 Failure to stop at a Stop Sign4 Driving the Wrong Way3. Citation Fees4 1st Citation $30.004 2nd Citation $40.004 3rd Citation $60.004 4th Citation $80.004 5th Citation $100.00 plus $80 wheel lockremoval fee (All tickets must be paid in fullin order to remove wheel-lock. No appealsgranted)4 Fire Lane (Red Zone) $50.004 Handicapped Fine $100.00 (2nd Citation WheelLock, No appeal granted)4 Moving Violations $30.00Payment of citationsIndividuals who receive tickets are responsible forpayment of each citation issued to them. Paymentscan be submitted to the Cashiers Office duringoperating hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m.). Checks or moneyorders may be mailed inside the citation envelopeto the Cashiers Department, P.O. Box 9701,McAllen, TX 78502-9701. If a student or employeefails to pay for a citation, a hold will be placedon their record. If an employee fails to pay for acitation or adhere to the rules and regulations, theemployee is subject to adverse personnel actionsas referenced in Board Policy 4920.AppealsIndividuals who receive tickets may submit awritten appeal. Appeal forms can be obtainedat http://www.southtexascollege.edu/security/parking/pdf/AppealFormOct2008.pdf or pickedup at the Security Office located in Room 159 ofBuilding N at the Pecan Campus (956-872-2589).Appeals must be submitted within five (5) workingdays of receiving the citation. A decision made onan appeal will be final and the individual shall abideby the decision.Wheel LocksWheel locks shall not be removed until all pendingcitations have been paid. Payment will besubmitted to the Cashiers Office during operatinghours (8 a.m.-5 p.m.). After hours, payments canonly be made with check or money order at theSecurity Office, located in Room 159 of BuildingN at the Pecan Campus (956-872-2589)Incident or AccidentIf you are involved in an incident or accidenton campus grounds that requires emergencyassistance, call 911 immediately. For any otherassistance contact Campus Security at 956-872-2589.76

CAMPUS SECURITYThe mission of the South Texas College Office ofSafety and Security is to provide a safe educationalenvironment for students, faculty, staff, andcampus visitors. This is accomplished through:1. The education of the college community oncrime prevention methods and techniques andthe need to assume personal responsibility forsafety and security on campus.2. The development of a comprehensive allhazards emergency response plan to ensurethe safety of individuals and the protection ofcollege resources.3. The acquisition and utilization of state of the arttechnology to deter crime and protect thecollege community.4. The enforcement all laws, policies, andregulations.CRIME 2005 5006 2007Murder/Non-NegligentManslaughter0 0 0Negligent Manslaughter 0 0 0Sex Offenses, Forcible 0 0 0Sex Offenses, Non-Forcible 0 0 0Robbery 2 0 0Aggravated Assault 0 0 0Burglary 2 1 0Motor Vehicle Theft 0 0 4Arson 0 0 0Liquor Law Arrests 0 0 0Liquor Law ViolationsReferred for DisciplinaryAction0 0 1Drug Law Arrests 0 0 0Drug Law Violations Referredfor Disciplinary Action 1 0 2Illegal Weapons PossessionArrestsIllegal Weapons PossessionViolations Referred forDisciplinary Action0 0 00 0 0To report crimes, please call 1-911 from PecanCampus line, or 872-2589 for Campus Dispatchthen follow established Safety and EmergencyPlan Procedures.STUDENT LIFEThe Department of Student Life enhances thestudent experience through the development,delivery and evaluation of policies, programs,services and facilities that complement theacademic mission of South Texas College andaddress issues of retention and graduation throughongoing assessment, interpretation, and responseto changing student needs.STUDENT ACTIVITIESThe Office of Student Activities fosters thepersonal growth of individuals and promotes thedevelopment of socially responsible citizens andleaders by encouraging the active participation ofstudents and student organizations in educational,cultural and civic programs which support andenhance the collegiate experience.CAMPUS PROGRAMMING BOARDThe Campus Programming Board engagesSouth Texas College students in the planning,implementation and evaluation of programs andactivities designed to meet a wide variety ofstudent needs and interests that facilitate learningoutside the classroom and enhance the sense ofcommunity at South Texas College.STUDENT ORGANIZATIONSOver 60 student organizations at South TexasCollege contribute to a vibrant college communityby providing invaluable experiences andopportunities for students to grow as individuals,leaders, and community members. Each year,student organizations sponsor conferences,seminars, lectures, debates, cultural and socialevents, and fine arts programs. These programsallow students to meet and interact with local,state, and nationally renowned scholars, artists,politicians, academicians, and other professionals.FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCEThe First Year Experience at South Texas Collegeis the combination of services, programs, curricularand co-curricular activities that support a student’stransition from high school to South Texas College,while providing a foundation for academic success.STUDENT LEADERSHIP CENTERThe Student Leadership Center endeavors tocultivate a campus community where studentscan achieve success, acquire social skills anddevelop a personal standard of ethics andvalues through leadership, educational, cultural,recreational and civic programs, opportunities andservices which support and enhance student’scollegiate experience and their education outsidethe classroom.77

STUDENT GOVERNMENTASSOCIATIONThe Student Government Association at SouthTexas College (SGA@STC) is the representativeorganization for the student body at South TexasCollege. The SGA@STC provides a forum for opendiscussion of matters affecting students at SouthTexas College.STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMYThe Student Leadership Academy encouragesand aids in the development of student leaders.Through interactive workshops and seminars, thisprestigious program allows students to developtheir personal leadership style and put theirleadership skills into practice, allowing them togain experience and confidence.PEERS MENTORING PROGRAMPEERS (Providing Experiences to EnsureRetention and Success) is a student-to-studentmentoring program. The transition into collegecan be difficult for any new student - locatingclassrooms, making new friends, seeking outresources, and just getting through classes. APeer Mentor serves as a friend and guide to helpnew and transfer students adjust to college life.Peer Mentors also form an important link betweennew students and South Texas College, helpingstudents utilize the many resources available fromvarious campus programs.INTRAMURAL SPORTS ANDWELLNESS PROGRAMMINGThe Office of Intramural Sports and WellnessProgramming provides opportunities for individualsto engage in recreational sports and activities ina supportive and safe environment that enhancespersonal development, increases physical andmental health and encourages social interaction.JUDICIAL AFFAIRSThe Office of Judicial Affairs develops influencesand enforces South Texas College policiesto promote a safe and supportive learningenvironment that treats each student fairly,equally, and with respect. The office of JudicialAffairs nurtures student learning and growth byencouraging student accountability, academicintegrity and responsible decision-making.CONFLICT RESOLUTION CENTERThe Conflict Resolution Center provides guidanceto the South Texas College community regardingSouth Texas College protocol and procedures andassists and counsels students in resolving disputesand conflicts in a way that facilitates individualresponsibility, contributes to their maturation, andpromotes the development of self-advocacy skills.enrolled students and alumni in developing theskills necessary to locate and secure employmentand serves the community by providing skilledapplicants to employers in Hidalgo and StarrCounties. Services include a free on-line job searchsystem; assistance with resume preparation,writing job search letters and improving interviewingtechniques; job fairs and employment referrals.The Job Placement Center also works closelywith local educational, corporate and governmententities to increase employment opportunities byfacilitating the economic growth of Hidalgo andStarr County.LIBRARY SERVICESLibrary Services supports the College’s educationmission by providing access to informationresources and instruction in information seekingskills to the STC community. Library facilities arelocated at the Technology Campus, Mid-ValleyCampus, Dr. Ramiro R. Casso Nursing and AlliedHealth Campus, Pecan Campus, and Starr CountyCampus. Librarian assistance is available at thesesites. Student-access computers are available atall library facilitiesSTC libraries hold over 130,000 cataloged itemsin its collection, including books, video, and audiorecordings. The Library catalogs its collectionsusing SIRSI’s Unicorn library automation system,which allows real-time web-based access to theon-line catalog. Library patrons on one campuscan request items from another campus libraryto be delivered to their campus the next day, inmost cases.The Library subscribes to over 350 print periodicalsand over 70 on-line databases. The databasesindex the contents of several thousand magazines,journals, newspapers, and other publications,and in most cases, allow direct retrieval of thefull-text documents. The online databases areavailable on any computer on the College network,including all campus computer labs, faculty andstaff computers. Distance learning students haveremote access through a proxy server.Library Services is a member of the Amigos LibraryServices, TexShare, and OCLC. Every member ofthese organizations has made inter-library loanagreements to share resources with other memberlibraries. Thus, the STC community has access tothe collections of several hundred academic andpublic libraries across the United States. STCLibrary patrons can borrow materials directly fromparticipating TexShare libraries with their currentSTC ID card and a TexShare card available fromthe STC library. Participating TexShare librariesin the region include: University of Texas-PanAmerican, University of Texas at Brownsville/TSC,Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, Texas A&M-Kingsville,and TSTC-Harlingen.JOB PLACEMENT CENTERThe Job Placement Center assists currently78

CENTERSfor learningexcellenceThe Centers for Learning Excellence (CLE)help students acquire the independent learningskills they need to be successful in college.At the CLE, students can receive high-qualitytutoring and academic support in a broad varietyof subject areas. The CLE has been awardedthe highest status for international tutoringcertification from the College Reading andLearning Association (CRLA). CRLA certificationestablishes professional standards for tutoringservices, including training and evaluation. Thecenters are located at the Pecan Campus, Mid-Valley Campus, Starr County Campus, Nursingand Allied Health Campus, and the TechnologyCampus.Each of the CLE campuses house computerlabs where students can access technologicalresources to enhance learning; some programsthat are available include Plato and MyMathLab(self-paced instructional software), Microsoft OfficeSuite 2007, internet access, and several othertypes of computer-based enrichment software.In addition, the CLE offers group-study rooms forstudents to use with or without tutoring assistance.Students may also take advantage of the followingacademic support programs provided by theCenters for Learning Excellence:4Supplemental Instruction is an academicsupport program in which a peer learningmentor, called an SI Leader, is scheduled toattend class and hold regularly scheduled studysessions in order to maximize student success.SI is primarily assigned to certain coursesthat have been recognized as academicallychallenging.Students enrolled in an SI courseare charged a $15 per credit hour fee.Enrollmentin SI classes is limited, so early registration isencouraged.4Group Tutoring by Appointment provides anopportunity for students to obtain tutoringsupport for study groups. Study groupscomprised of four or more students may call toschedule a private tutoring session at the CLEfor up to one hour.4Student Success Workshops are informationaltraining seminars provided by professionalSTC staff and faculty. The workshops areoffered throughout the fall, spring, and summersemesters and cover a variety of subjects.Students can learn ways to maximize their studytime, organize their notes, manage their timeeffectively, or master key academic concepts.4Learning Communities are multiple coursesattended by the same group of students andtaught by the same instructors who blend thecurricula to maximize student learning. Usingthis approach, students are able to makeconnections across disciplines and build astrong peer support network.Check the Centers for Learning Excellencewebsite http://academicaffairs.southtexascollege.edu/learningexcellence/index.html for up-to-dateinformation on tutor schedules, hours of operation,and complete descriptions of the academic supportservices we offer.ALUMNIAND FRIENDSThe Alumni & Friends Association developsrelationships and establishes lifelong connectionsbetween South Texas College and its members,leading to increased support for the institution’smission and goals. It promotes a variety ofnetworks and resources, and offers opportunitiesto grow professionally and socially.OUTREACHThe Outreach Department provides off-siteassistance to residents in Hidalgo and Starrcounties. Outreach Specialists distributeenrollment, financial aid, and program informationat various college and career days; promote thecollege through presentations at schools andcommunity agencies; assist prospective studentswith their transition into the college by helpingto complete enrollment and financial aid forms;conduct campus visits/tours; and coordinate newstudent orientations.The Outreach Department also facilitates the dualenrollment application and registration process forthe district’s high schools. Outreach Specialistsmaintain a unique relationship with communityagency representatives, high school counselorsand other school district personnel to ensure thatthey are providing the most efficient and effectiveservice possible.For further information, please call (956) 872-8391or 1-800-742-7822.STUDENTINFORMATION andwelcome CENTERSThe Student Information and Welcome Centersserve as “One-Stop Shops” for accurate and upto-dateinformation about the college’s programsand services. Welcome Centers are located in thestudent services buildings at the Pecan, Mid-Valleyand Starr County campuses.Student Information Centers are located at all STCcampus and centers throughout the college district.Prospective students are encouraged to visit anSTC Welcome Center to obtain an application foradmission as well as an admissions checklist thatwill facilitate their transition into STC.Current students, prospective students,administration, faculty, staff and the general79

public can obtain various types of informationand services at both the Student Informationand Welcome Centers. Information availableincludes the following: catalogs, class schedules,admissions applications, financial aid applications,testing information, individual program briefs,continuing education course schedules, collegeviewbooks, and newsletters.Services provided include the following: campustours, online orientation, call center operations,outbound call efforts, point of contact for activitiesheld district-wide, lost and found, maintenance ofthe master calendar of events, parking permits,student identification cards and general publicmail-outs.For more information call (956) 872-8311 or1-800-742-7822.DISTANCEEDUCATIONSouth Texas College Distance Education offersstudents flexible and convenient opportunities toachieve an education.STC offers Online Associate of Arts Programs inthe following fields:• Business Administration• Criminal Justice• Education• Interdisciplinary Studies• Social SciencesDistance Education Courses are offered in avariety of formats: Online, Hybrid, Web-Enhanced,Telecourses, and Videoconferencing.4 Online coursework may be completed fromany computer that has Internet access. Someinstructors require students to take examson campus. Check the course list for specificinformation.4 Hybrid classes divide class meetingtime between the Internet and on-campuslocations.4 Web-Enhanced courses meet on campus asregularly scheduled and have a web componentthat is either required or elective at theinstructor’s discretion.4 Telecourses are available on DVD. Studentscheck out the DVD’s at the Campus Libraries ona semester basis and meet with their instructorsabout once a month. Some Telecourses haverequired online/web components.4 Videoconferencing classes allow the collegeto offer classes that might not make at separatelocations due to low enrollment. By using twowayinteractive videoconference technology,students can attend classes at their ‘home’campuses while receiving instruction andcommunicating with instructors and classmatesfrom different locations.Information about Distance Education at STC isavailable at: http://elearn.southtexascollege.eduor by calling (956) 872-2598.RESEARCHAND ANALYTICALSERVICESIn support of STC's commitment to data-drivendecision making, the office of Research andAnalytical Services (RAS) collects and analyzesinstitutional and environmental data to understandthe College (faculty, staff, students, community).RAS professional staff utilize the findings from thesestudies to collaborate with stakeholders across theCollege community to develop recommendationsfor successful strategies to carry out the College’smission. RAS professionals are involved in avariety of tasks including data-based strategic plandevelopment; quantitative, qualitative, and mixedmethods research; interpretation and applicationof statistical analyses; trends and longitudinalcohort studies; survey development and research;findings presentations and consultation.RAS also hosts the College’s Institutional ReviewBoard and commits to protecting human subjectsincluding the privacy of personal information byoperating in accord with federal and state lawsand the Codes of Ethics of the Association ofInstitutional Research, the American Associationfor Public Opinion Research, and the Departmentof Health and Human Services.INSTITUTIONALEFFECTIVENESSAND ASSESSMENTThe office of Institutional Effectiveness &Assessment (IE&A) ensures ongoing, systematic,integrated planning, evaluation and effectivenessinitiatives throughout the College through thefacilitation of the Institutional EffectivenessPlanning & Reporting processes.IE&A staff work closely with leadership acrossthe college and in collaboration with the VicePresident of Finance and Administrative Servicesto ensure the that IE Planning precedes, andis integrated with, budgeting, staffing, andother resource planning. IE&A staff also helpsadministrators, faculty and staff to documenttheir successes through consultation regardingsystematic assessment and evaluation designsin order to monitor the implementation and impactof interventions and to promote and ensurecontinuous quality improvement at all levels ofthe College.IE&A professionals collaborate in the developmentof recommended strategies for action which isincluded in plan revisions and updates based onassessment and evaluation findings.80

CONTINUING,PROFESSIONALand workforceEDUCATIONContinuing, Professional and Workforce Educationprovides quality and utility lifelong educationopportunities through professional developmentprograms, career development programs,corporate training, personal enrichment courses,and professional conferences. The departmentis committed to (1) empowering residents of allages with the necessary skills and knowledge toeffectively fulfill their professional, business andpersonal needs and (2) assisting employers inthe training, development, and efficiency of theirworkforce.Classes are scheduled with flexible hours, includingevenings and weekends throughout Hidalgo andStarr Counties. Classes are delivered both onlineand in traditional classroom settings. Courses canbe scheduled in response to community demandwhere 12 or more students register for the class.Mandatory Continuing Education Units (CEU)meeting licensing requirements are available forprofessionals. A Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory(U) grade is earned for continuing educationcourses. Continuing, Professional and WorkforceEducation offers ongoing courses through thefollowing institutes:Registration is Easy4Go to the STC campus of your choice4Bring Picture ID4Complete registration form4Pay (cash, check, money order or credit card)SERVICESCareer Development Programs4Programs that will make you competitive andmarketable in the workplace Corporate Training4Customized programs and courses that helpemployers and their workforce compete in ourglobal economyLeisure Learning and Personal Enrichment4Fun courses to spice up your lifeProfessional Conferences4Business, Education, Health, & Technology areasProfessional Development Programs4Review courses for professional certificationsand licensesINSTITUTESAlternative Teacher Certification Program (ATCP)4Classroom Management Training4Content TExES Preparation4Internship Training4PPR TExES PreparationArts and Design4Cake Decorating 4Ceramics4Choir4Creative Wellness4Drama4Drawing4Fashion Design 4Floral Design4Guitar4Interior Design4Jewelry4Painting4Photography4Piano4Sculpture4Voice ClassesBusiness World4Bank Teller4Business Writing4Certified Public 4Customer ServiceAccountant Review 4eBay Buying andSelling4Entry-level Job Skills 4Front-line(Employability Skills) Supervisor4Fund Raising4Grant Writing4Hospitality4Human ResourceManagement Review4Leadership Academy 4Management Skills4Personal Finance 4Restaurant Server4RetailEducation Strategies4ACT/SAT Review 4College SuccessWorkshop4Kids’ College4Math and ScienceCamps4Speed Reading 4Substitute Teaching4Teacher Aide4THEA ReviewPreparationEnglish as a Second Language (ESL)4Advanced Level 4Beginning Level4Conversation Course 4High-AdvancedLevel4Intermediate Level 4Survival Course4TOEFLHealth and Care Management4Activity Director4Certified Food Service Manager4Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)4Community Health Worker/Promotora4CPR4First Aid4Medication Aide4Nursing Review4PhlebotomyLanguage and Literacy Competence4American Sign Language 4GED4SpanishLife Fitness4Culinary Arts4Dance4Home Skills4Physical FitnessReal Estate4Appraisal4Finance4Home Inspection 4Law of Agency4Law of Contracts 4Marketing4Mathematics4Principles I4Principles II4Property ManagementTechnology Innovations4Electrical Review 4Electrician LicenseRenewal4Excel4FacilitiesMaintenance4HVAC Review 4Internet Usage4Introduction4PowerPointto Computers 4Welding4WordTravel and Driving4Bus Driving4Defensive Driving4Truck Driving81

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The Core Curriculum at South Texas College has,at its foundation, the philosophy and purpose of theCollege and is a composition of general educationcourses which form the foundation of all Associateof Arts and Associate of Science degrees.These are degrees that are designed for studentswho plan to continue their education at a four-yearuniversity in order to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts,Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.STC is committed to the preparation of intellectuallyflexible, creative, and productive citizens. Throughexposure to a varied range of disciplines andtechnologies, students will develop:an understanding of the importance oflifelong learning• broad global and social perspectives• essential skills for tomorrow’s workforceThe purpose of the Core Curriculum is to providethe foundation through which STC studentscan continue to advance their competencies inreading, writing, speaking, mathematics, andcritical thinking.This common body of essential knowledge andskills is taught and reinforced through coursesselected in six Core Components: Communication,Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Humanities andVisual and Performing Arts, Social and BehavioralSciences, and Computer Science.COMMUNICATIONComposition/Written Communication6 creditsENGL 1301 CompositionENGL 1302 Composition II-RhetoricSpeech3 creditsSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunicationSPCH 1315 Public SpeakingSPCH 1318 Interpersonal CommunicationsSPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeakingSPCH 2301 Introduction to Technologyand Human CommunicationSPCH 2333 Discussion and Small GroupCommunicationSPCH 2335 Argumentation and DebateThe objective of a Composition/WrittenCommunication and Speech Components of theCore Curriculum is to enable the student to writeclear, correct prose and communicate in a styleappropriate to the subject, occasion, and audience.Through the Composition/Written Communicationand Speech Components of the Core Curriculum,competencies the student will be able todemonstrate are to:South Texas CollegeCore Curriculum• demonstrate writing as a process; thisincludes pre-writing and invention, writing,revision, editing and proofreading;• demonstrate the importance of specifyingaudience and purpose and to selectappropriate communication choices;• identify and appropriately apply modes ofexpression, i.e., descriptive, expositive,narrative, scientific, and self-expressive, inwritten, visual, and oral communication;• participate effectively in groups withemphasis on listening, critical and reflectivethinking, and responding;• apply basic principles of critical thinking,problem solving, and technical proficiencyin the development of expositions andargument;• develop the ability to research and write anMLA/APA style documented paper and givean oral presentation.MATHEMATICS3-4 creditsMATH 1324 Finite MathematicsMATH 1332 Contemporary MathematicsMATH 1442 StatisticsMATH 1414 College AlgebraMATH 2412 Precalculus and TrigonometryMATH 2413 Calculus IThe objective of the Mathematics Component ofthe Core Curriculum is to develop a quantitativelyliterate college graduate. Every college graduateshould be able to apply basic mathematical toolsin real-life applications.Through the Mathematics Components of the CoreCurriculum, competencies the student will be ableto demonstrate are to:• apply arithmetic, algebraic, geometric,higher order thinking, and statisticalmethods to modeling and solving real-worldsolutions;• access and evaluate basic mathematicalinformation verbally, numerically,graphically, and symbolically;• demonstrate mathematical reasoning skillsand formal logic to develop convincingmathematical arguments;• use appropriate technology to enhancemathematical thinking and understandingand to solve mathematical problems andjustify the results;• interpret mathematical models such asformulas, graphs, tables, and schematics,and draw inferences from them;• determine the limitations of mathematicaland statistical models;• develop the view that mathematics is anevolving discipline, interrelated with humanculture, and understand its connections toother disciplines.83

NATURAL SCIENCES8 creditsBIOL 1408 General Biology IBIOL 1409 General Biology IIBIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology IBIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology IICHEM 1411 General Chemistry ICHEM 1412 General Chemistry IIPHYS 1401 College Physics IPHYS 1402 College Physics IIPHYS 1403 Introductory Astronomy IPHYS 1404 Introductory Astronomy IIPHYS 2425 University Physics IPHYS 2426 University Physics IIPHYS 1415 Physical Science IPHYS 1417 Physical Science IIGEOL 1403 Physical GeologyGEOL 1404 Historical GeologyGEOL 1445 OceanographyGEOL 1447 MeteorologyThe objective of the Natural Sciences Componentof the Core Curriculum is to enable the studentto understand, construct, and evaluate empiricalrelationships in the natural science and tounderstand the basis for theory-building andtesting.Through the Natural Sciences Component of theCore Curriculum, competencies the student will beable to demonstrate are to:• relate and apply method and appropriatetechnology to the study of natural sciences;• identify scientific and quantitative methodsand the differences between theseapproaches and other methods of inquiryand to communicate findings, analyses, andinterpretation both orally and in writing;• identify and recognize the differencesamong competing scientific theories;• demonstrate knowledge of the major issuesand problems facing modern science,including issues that touch upon ethics andvalues and public policies;• demonstrate knowledge of theinterdependence of science and technologyand their influence on, and contribution tomodern culture.HUMANITIES & VISUALAND PERFORMING ARTSVisual and Performing Arts 3 creditsARTS 1301 Art AppreciationARTS 1303 Art Survey IARTS 1311 Design IARTS 1312 Design IIARTS 1316 Drawing IARTS 1317 Drawing IIARTS 2313 Design Communications IARTS 2314 Design Communications IIARTS 2316 Painting IARTS 2317 Painting IIARTS 2323 Drawing III84ARTS 2324 Drawing IVARTS 2326 Sculpture IARTS 2327 Sculpture IIARTS 2333 Printmaking IARTS 2334 Printmaking IIARTS 2341 Art Metals/Jewelry Design IARTS 2342 Art Metals/Jewelry Design IIARTS 2346 Ceramics IARTS 2347 Ceramics IIARTS 2348 Digital Art IARTS 2349 Digital Art IIARTS 2356 Photography I *(Fine Arts Emphasis)ARTS 2357 Photography II* (Fine Arts Emphasis)DANC 2303 Dance AppreciationDRAM 1310 Drama AppreciationDRAM 1351 Acting IDRAM 2366 Film AppreciationHUMA 1311 Mexican-American Fine ArtsAppreciationHUMA 1315 Fine Arts AppreciationMUSI 1306 Music AppreciationMUSI 1309 Music Literature II*Additional material costs for paper and printing willbe required in this course and is the responsibilityof the student to purchase these materials whenneeded.The objective of the study of the Visual andPerforming Arts Component of the Core Curriculumis to enable the student to understand and employcreative processes in the production of visual arts,the production of performing arts and to develop anaesthetic awareness and appreciation of the arts.Through the Visual and Performing Arts Componentof the Core Curriculum, competencies the studentwill be able to demonstrate are to:• engage in the creative process orinterpretive performance and comprehendthe physical and intellectual demandsrequired of the author or visual orperforming artist;• articulate an informed personal reactionto works in the arts and humanities;• develop an appreciation for the aestheticprinciples that guide or govern thehumanities and arts;Humanities3 creditsARTS 1304 Art Survey IIENGL 2341 Introduction to LiteratureENGL 2321 British LiteratureENGL 2326 American LiteratureENGL 2331 World LiteratureENGL 2351 Mexican American LiteratureHUMA 1301 Introduction to Humanities IHUMA 1305 Introduction toMexican-American StudiesHUMA 2319 American Minority StudiesHUMA 2323 World CulturesMUSI 1308 Music Literature IPHIL 1301 Introduction to PhilosophyPHIL 1304 Introduction to World ReligionsPHIL 1316 History of Religions IPHIL 1317 History of Religions IIPHIL 2303 Introduction to LogicPHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics

PHIL 2307 Introduction to Social & PoliticalPhilosophyPHIL 2316 History of Classicaland Modern Philosophy IPHIL 2317 History of Classicaland Modern Philosophy IIPHIL 2318 Contemporary PhilosophyPHIL 2321 Philosophy of ReligionSGNL 2301 Intermediate American SignLanguage ISPAN 1311 Beginning Spanish Ifor Spanish SpeakersSPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish IIfor Spanish SpeakersSPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish ISPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish IISPAN 2316 Career Spanish ISPAN 2321 Introduction to SpanishLiterature ISPAN 2323 Introduction to Latin AmericanLiteratureSPAN 2324 Spanish CultureThe objective of the Humanities is to expandstudents’ knowledge of the human condition andhuman cultures, especially in relation to behaviors,ideas, and values expressed in works of humanimagination and thought. Through study indisciplines such as literature, philosophy, and thevisual and performing arts, students will engagein critical analysis, form aesthetic judgments, anddevelop an appreciation of the arts and humanitiesas fundamental to the health and survival of anysociety.Through the Humanities Component of the CoreCurriculum, competencies the student will be ableto demonstrate are to:• demonstrate awareness of the scope andvariety of works in the arts and humanities;• understand those works as expressionsof individual and human values within anhistorical and social context;• respond critically to works in the artsand humanities;• demonstrate knowledge of the influenceof literature, philosophy, and/or the arts onintercultural experiences.SOCIAL ANDBEHAVIORAL SCIENCESThe objective of the Social and BehavioralScience Component is to increase students’knowledge of how social and behavioral scientistsdiscover, describe, and explain the behaviors andinteractions among individuals, groups, institutions,events and ideas. Such knowledge will better equipstudents to understand themselves and the rolesthey play in addressing the issues facing humanity.U. S. History 6 creditsHIST 1301 U.S. History I orHIST 2327 Mexican-American History IandHIST 1302 U.S. History II orHIST 2328 Mexican-American History IIThe objective of studying history is to analyze thepast. Through the Core Curriculum Componentin History, students will learn to understand pastevents and patterns of historical development byengaging historical evidence and the interpretationsof historians. Through the History ComponentsHIST 1302 or HIST 2328 of the Core Curriculum,the Exemplary Educational Objectives are:• To understand the evolution and current role ofthe U.S. in the world;• to differentiate and analyze historical evidence(documentary and statistical) and differingpoints of view;• to recognize and apply reasonable criteria forthe acceptability of historical evidence andsocial research.Political ScienceGOVT 2301 American Government IGOVT 2302 American Government II6 creditsThe objective of studying political science is tounderstand governmental institutions and theoperation of the political system. Through theCore Curriculum Component in Political Science,students will learn the foundations of the Americanand Texas political system, the operation androles played by various governmental institutionsin America and Texas and the operation of theAmerican political system. Through the PoliticalScience Component of the Core Curriculum, theExemplary Educational Objectives are:• To comprehend the origins and evolution of U.S.and Texas political systems, with a focus on thegrowth of political institutions, the constitutionsof the U.S. and Texas, federalism, civil liberties,and civil and human rights;• to analyze and critically assess, and developcreative solutions to public policy problems;• to recognize and assume one’s responsibilityas a citizen in a democratic society by learningto think for oneself, by engaging in a publicdiscourse, and by obtaining informationthrough the news media and other appropriateinformation sources about politics and publicpolicy.Social and Behavioral SciencesElectives3 creditsANTH 2301 Physical AnthropologyANTH 2302 Introduction to ArcheologyANTH 2351 Cultural AnthropologyCRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal JusticeCRIJ 1306 Court Systems and PracticesCRIJ 1307 Crime in AmericaCRIJ 1310 Fundamentals of Criminal LawCRIJ 2313 Correctional Systemsand PracticesCRIJ 2328 Police Systems and PracticesECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-MacroGOVT 2304 Introduction to Political ScienceGOVT 2311 Mexican American PoliticsHIST 2301 Texas HistoryHIST 2321 World Civilizations IHIST 2322 World Civilizations II85

HIST 2381 African American HistoryPSYC 2301 General PsychologyPSYC 2306 Human SexualityPSYC 2307 Adolescent PsychologyPSYC 2314 Lifespan Growth and DevelopmentPSYC 2317 Statistical Methods in PsychologySOCI 1301 Introductory SociologySOCI 1306 Contemporary Social ProblemsSOCI 2301 Marriage and the FamilySOCI 2319 Minority StudiesSOCW 2361 Introduction to Social WorkThe objective of the Social and Behavioral ScienceElective Component of the Core Curriculum is toincrease students’ knowledge of human behavior,interaction, and the political, psychological, andsociological factors influencing both individualand social development. Such knowledgeshould include: an understanding of the scientificmethods used in studying human behavior andinteraction; relationships among individuals,groups, institutions, events, and ideas; as wellas the occupations and careers awaiting thosewho choose a major in the social and behavioralsciences.Through the Social and Behavioral SciencesElectives Component of the Core Curriculum,competencies the student will be able todemonstrate are to:• employ the appropriate methods,technologies, and data that social andbehavioral scientists use to investigate thehuman condition;• examine social institutions and processesacross a range of historical periods, socialstructures, and culture;• use and critique alternative explanatorysystems or theories;• develop and communicate alternativeexplanations or solutions for contemporarysocial issues;• analyze the effects of historical, social,political, economic, cultural, and globalforces on the area under study;• identify and understand differences andcommonalities within diverse cultures.COMPUTER SCIENCE3 creditsCOSC 1301 Microcomputer ApplicationsCOSC 1336 Fundamentals of Programming IThe objective of the Computer Science componentof the Core Curriculum is to enable students toidentify and use microcomputer hardware andsoftware.Through the Computer Science component ofthe Core Curriculum, competencies the studentwill be able to:• utilize computer-based technologies foreffective data communications;• acquire information from online and localsources utilizing computer technology;• analyze and solve problems using computerbasedtechnologies;• describe limitations and problems with atechnology solution.Total credits: 44-45*ARTS 1304, MUSI 1308, and MUSI 1309 may onlybe taken to fulfill either the Visual and Performing Artsor the Humanities requirement. It may not fulfill bothrequirements.HUMANITIES ELECTIVEOPTIONS FOR THEASSOCIATE OF APPLIEDSCIENCE DEGREESHUMANITIES AND VISUALAND PERFORMING ARTSArtARTS 1301 Art AppreciationARTS 1303 Art Survey IARTS 1304 Art Survey IIARTS 1311 Design IARTS 1312 Design IIARTS 1316 Drawing IARTS 1317 Drawing IIARTS 2313 Design Communications IARTS 2314 Design Communications IIARTS 2316 Painting IARTS 2317 Painting IIARTS 2323 Drawing IIIARTS 2324 Drawing IVARTS 2326 Sculpture IARTS 2327 Sculpture IIARTS 2333 Printmaking IARTS 2334 Printmaking IIARTS 2341 Art Metals/Jewelry Design IARTS 2342 Art Metals/Jewelry Design IARTS 2346 Ceramics IARTS 2347 Ceramics IIARTS 2348 Digital Art IARTS 2349 Digital Art IIARTS 2356 Photography I(Fine Arts Emphasis)ARTS 2357 Photography II(Fine Arts Emphasis)DanceDANC 2303 Dance AppreciationDramaDRAM 1310 Drama AppreciationForeign Language*SGNL 2301 Intermediate American SignLanguage ISPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish ISPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II86

SPAN 1311 Beginning Spanish Ifor Spanish SpeakersSPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish IIfor Spanish SpeakersSPAN 2316 Career Spanish ISPAN 2321 Introduction toSpanish Literature ISPAN 2323 Introduction toLatin American LiteratureSPAN 2324 Spanish CultureHumanitiesHUMA 1301 Introduction the to Humanities IHUMA 1302 Introduction the to Humanities IIHUMA 1311 Mexican-American Fine ArtsAppreciationHUMA 1305 Introduction toMexican-American StudiesHUMA 1315 Fine Arts AppreciationHUMA 2319 American Minority StudiesHUMA 2323 World CulturesLiterature*ENGL 2321 British LiteratureENGL 2326 American LiteratureENGL 2331 World LiteratureENGL 2341 Introduction to LiteratureENGL 2351 Mexican American LiteratureMusicMUSI 1306 Music AppreciationMUSI 1308 Music Literature IMUSI 1309 Music Literature IIPhilosophyPHIL 1301 Introduction to PhilosophyPHIL 1304 Introduction to World ReligionsPHIL 2303 Introduction to LogicPHIL 2306 Introduction to EthicsPHIL 2307 Introduction to Social andPolitical PhilosophyPHIL 2316 History of ClassicalPHIL 2317and Modern Philosophy IHistory of Classicaland Modern Philosophy IIPHIL 2318 Contemporary PhilosophyPHIL 2321 Philosophy of Religion*Check catalog for course pre-requisites87

Baccalaureate DegreesTechnology Management......................................................4 Computer and Information Technologies (Bachelor of Applied Technology)..................................4 Technology Management (Bachelor of Applied Technology).........................................................88

Bachelor of Applied Technology inComputer andInformation TechnologiesThe Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree(BAT) in Computer and Information Technologies(CIT) will prepare students for successful careersin the field of CIT. Coursework is balancedbetween theoretical and technical competenciesassociated with the CIT profession to preparegraduates for a number of demands placed onCIT professionals. The degree is designed toeducate and train students with relevant, technicalknowledge of CIT practice to provide solutions forreal-world problems as well as to provide technicalsupport for computer-based information systems.Technology-oriented coursework with an emphasison computer application of those technologies willform the core requirements for this program.The program’s objectives will offer academicdevelopment in a number of ways. The programwill include a required capstone course thatwill enhance the educational experience andemployment potential for students. The programwill also include a strong professional componentto develop skills in technical communication,ethics, and group work. Students graduating fromthe program will be prepared to enter the privatesector as well as continue their education in agraduate program.Through the Bachelor of Applied Technologyin Computer and Information Technologiesoutcomes, the student will be able to:• Identify the basic components of informationsystem, utilizing the system development,conduct a preliminary investigation of a system,determine the system requirements andanalysis, develop information system design,and demonstrate proficiency of principals ofsystem analysis and design (CITP 3305);• Using common structure in the programminglanguage, enhance the functionality of a webpage using scripting language, write controlstatements that logically control the flow of theprogram, and use both console and file inputand output in a syntactically and logically correctway (CITP 3310);• Create a functional and visually recognizableinterface, retrieve data from and insert data intoa database using a standard connection library.Create, control, and terminate one or morethreads, and use standard TCP/IP protocols toconnect a software client to a software server(CITP 4350);• Retrieve information stored in cookies andsessions, serve side scripting languages to buildand format web pages, retrieve data from andinsert data into a database using a standardconnection library, and using standard TCP/IP protocols to connect a software client to asoftware server or servers (CITP 4316);• Prepare image for display, including repairingdamage, cropping and color adjustments.Cleanly remove undesired elements to includetext or background materials, and create imagesthat animate when viewed.(CITP 3360);• Master the essential concepts of relationaldatabase model, write database in SQLlanguage, designing and implement a databaseusing Oracle, enhance problem solving skillsfor the development of a relational databasesystem (CITP 3320);• Integrate the specialized skills and knowledgepresented throughout other courses to completea system project (CITP 4340);• Identify and define terminology, hardware, andsoftware components of computer networking,utilize equipments, protocols, and topologiesto differentiate between various networksystems. Demonstrate skills in installingnetwork hardware, software, and cable;troubleshoot network connectivity; configurenetwork protocol; and install and configurenetwork client software(CITP 3302);• Review security plan to ensure appropriatelevel of protection; implement network securitydesign; audit network system based on securitydesign; use relevant tools to maintain securityrequirements; and review all security policiesand procedures on a regular basis (CITP 3312);• Describe different technologies usedi n t h e t e l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s i n d u s t r y ;identify various architectures used in thetelecommunications industry; name theprotocols in the telecommunications industry;explain the application of technologies,architectures, and protocols used in thetelecommunications industry (CITP 4345).BACHELOR OF APPLIEDTECHNOLOGY ADMISSIONREQUIREMENTSAdmission to the Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Program requires thefollowing:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Demonstrate proficiency in state mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), with program specificexemptions accepted.C. Applicants are eligible for admission if they meetone of the following criteria:a. An ACT Composite of 19 (minimum of 16 inall areas) or above (SAT 910 or above).b. Applicants with prior college level courseworkmust have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5or provide evidence of extenuatingcircumstances, to the Associate Deanfor Bachelor Degree Programs and UniversityRelations, for waiving the requirement.B.A.T.-Computer and Information Technologies89

c. Provisional Acceptance, for students scoringa minimum ACT Composite of 15 (SAT 740or above) or minimum cumulative GPA of2.25 may be granted by the Associate Deanfor Bachelor Degree Programs and UniversityRelations upon completion of a personalinterview with the prospective applicant.D. Submit a completed Bachelor of AppliedTechnology program application.DEGREE COMPLETIONREQUIREMENTSMinimum Completion Requirements• Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 120semester credit hours;• South Texas College will accept a maximumof 60 semester credits of applicable course worktransferred from another accredited collegeor university toward a Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Degree granted by STC.• Completion of at least 36 credit hours in 3000level courses or higher of which at least 18 mustbe completed at STC;• Completion of all program of study requirementswith a minimum 2.0 grade point average on allcoursework attempted (4.0 scale).Degree ComponentsGeneral Education Courses.................... 45 SCHTechnical Support Areas-Lower Level....39-40 SCHRequired CIT Courses-Upper Level........ 33 SCHCIT Electives-Upper-Level........................ 3 SCHLOWER DIVISIONREQUIREMENTSSTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsThe student is required to take 45 semester credithours from the STC Core Curriculum listed on page*** in the Catalog. Students must take MATH 1414to fulfill the Mathematics component of the CoreCurriculum.Students beginning the Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Program upper-level courseworkupon completion of an approved Associate ofApplied Science (A.A.S.) degree must completean additional 30 general education credit hoursin order to fulfill the forty-five (45) credit hourgeneral education Core Curriculum required atSouth Texas College.Students beginning the Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Program upper-level coursework aftercompletion of an Associate of Arts or Associateof Science degree will have fulfilled the CoreCurriculum requirement for bachelor degreegraduates.TECHNICAL SUPPORT AREAS(39-40 Semester Credit Hours)The student is required to complete 39-40 semestercredit hours of technical specialty coursework froman approved Associate of Applied Science (AAS)degree. The 39-40 semester credit hours mustinclude 4 of the courses (15-16 semester credithours) listed below. The approved A.A.S. degreesare as follows: Business Computer Systems,Computer Aided Drafting and Design, BusinessAdministration, Office Management, Legal OfficeManagement, and Paralegal. Coursework fromother A.A.S. degrees will be evaluated on a caseby case basis.Course Number Course Title Semester .Credit HoursITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnologies .......................................4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP.......................4ITSE 1431 Introduction to Visual BasicProgramming or COSC 1430ITSEComputer Programming......................41411 Beginning Web Page Programming orCOSC 1315 Fundamentalsof Programming............................... 3-4Total Semester Credit Hours....... 15-16*Note: Students entering the BAT program with acompleted Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associateof Arts (A.A.) degree may apply their field of studycoursework toward the 24 semester credit hour technicalspecialty requirement.UPPER DIVISIONREQUIREMENTSPREREQUISITES FOR UPPER-LEVELCOURSEWORK• Junior Standing- Completion of an Associate of Applied Science(A.A.S.) Degree or completion of sixty (60) credithours from a regionally accredited institutionwith at least fifteen (15) credit hours in generaleducation coursework; or- Completion of an Associate of Arts (A.A.) orAssociate of Science (A.S.) Degree from aregionally accredited institution.• Senior Standing- A minimum of ninety (90) credit hours froma regionally accredited institution with at leasttwenty-one (21) credit hours in upper-levelcoursework.• A minimum GPA of 2.5 in previouscoursework.Required Computer &Information TechnologiesMajor Courses (33 hours)The upper-division Computer & InformationTechnologies major coursework is balancedbetween theoretical and technical competenciesassociated with the CIT profession to preparegraduates for a number of demands placed onCIT professionals. The degree is designed toeducate and train students with relevant, technicalknowledge of CIT practice to provide solutions forreal-world problems as well as to provide technicalsupport for computer-based information systems.Technology-oriented coursework with an emphasison computer application of those technologies willform the core requirements for this program.90 B.A.T.-Computer and Information Technologies

Course Number Course TitleSemesterCredit HoursCITP 3302 Advanced Networking (Networking+)..3CITP 3305 System Analysis and Design...............3CITP 3310 Survey of Programming Languages....3CITP 3312 Fundamentals ofInformation Security.............................3CITP 3320 Database Management.......................3CITP 3360 Digital Image Processingand Presentation.................................3CITP 4301 CAPSTONE: Computer andInformation Technology Internship.......3CITP 4316 Advanced Web Design........................3CITP 4345 Data Communications-Convergent Technology.......................3CITP 4350 Advanced Computer Programming.....3TMGT 3336 Legal Issues for Technical Managers..3Total Semester Credit Hours............ 33Computer and Information TechnologiesElective Courses (3 hours):Students are required to choose one course fromthe following prescribed elective courses.Course Number Course TitleSemesterCredit HoursCITP 4330 Advanced Network Security................3CITP 4340 Special Topics Course-CIT..................3TMGT 3338 Accounting for Technical Managers.....3TMGT 3411 Technology inEnterprise Management......................4Total Semester Credit Hours............ 13Bachelor of Applied TechnologyComputer &InformationTechnologiesDegree PlanSTC Core CurriculumSemesterCredit HoursENGL 1301 Composition.........................................3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric.......................3SPCH 1321 Business and Professional Speaking(or SPCH 1311, 1315, 1318,2333, 2335).........................................3MATH 1414 College Algebra...................................4HIST 1301 United States History I.........................3HIST 1302 United States History II........................3GOVT 2301 American Government I.......................3GOVT 2302 American Government II......................3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications.................3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum..................................4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum..................................4Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .................................3Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum..................................3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum..3Total Credit Hours........................... 45Technical Specialty CoursesFoundational Courses (Required)ITNW 1425 Fundamentals ofNetworking Technologies.....................4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP...................... 4ITSE 1431 Introduction to Visual BasicProgramming or COSC 1430Computer Programming......................4ITSE 1411 Beginning Web Page Programmingor COSC 1315 Fundamentalsof Programming............................... 3-4Total Credit Hours...................... 15-16Technical Specialty CoursesTechnical Hours from a completed A.A.S. degreein one of the following program areas will fulfillthis requirement: Business Computer Systems,Computer Aided Drafting and Design, BusinessAdministration, Office Management, Legal OfficeManagement, and Paralegal. Coursework fromother A.A.S. degrees will be evaluated on a caseby case basis.Note: Students entering the BAT program witha completed A.A. or A.S. degree may applytheir Field of Study coursework towards thisrequirement. Any additional hours needed tocomplete the 24 hours of Technical Specialtycoursework should be taken from one of theapproved A.A.S. degrees.Total Credit Hours .......................... 24Required Upper-DivisionSemesterProfessional CoursesCredit HoursCITP 3302 Advanced Networking (Networking+)..3CITP 3305 System Analysis and Design...............3CITP 3310 Survey of Programming Languages....3CITP 3312 Fundamentals ofInformation Security.............................3CITP 3320 Database Management.......................3CITP 3360 Digital Image Processing andPresentation........................................3CITP 4301 CAPSTONE: Computer andInformation Technology Internship.......3CITP 4316 Advanced Web Design........................3CITP 4345 Data Communications-Convergent Technology.......................3CITP 4350 Advanced Computer Programming.....3TMGT 3336 Legal Issues for Technical Managers..3Total Semester Credit Hours ........... 33Computer and Information TechnologiesElective Courses (3 hours):Students are required to choose one course fromthe following prescribed elective courses.Course Number Course TitleSemester Credit HoursCITP 4330 Advanced Network Security................3CITP 4340 Special Topics Course-CIT..................3TMGT 3338 Accounting forTechnical Managers.............................3TMGT 3411 Technology inEnterprise Management......................4Total Semester Credit Hours.............. 3TOTAL PROGRAMCREDIT HOURS..................120-121B.A.T.-Computer and Information Technologies91

Bachelor of Applied Technologymajor: COMPUTER AND INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGIESFour Year Course SequenceFIRST YEAR-FALL Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3ITNW 1425 Fundamentals ofNetworking Technologies............. 416FIRST YEAR-SPRINGENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3SPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking (or SPCH 1311,1315, 1318, 2333, 2335).............. 3HIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3MATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 417SECOND YEAR-FALLGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3Technical Specialty course........... 3ITSE 1431 Introduction to Visual BasicProgramming or COSC 1430....... 417SECOND YEAR-SPRINGSocial & Behavioral ScienceElectives....................................... 3GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4ITSE 1411 Beginning Web Page Programmingor COSC 1315........................... 3-4Technical Specialty course........... 316-17THIRD YEAR-SPRINGCITP 3312 Fundamentals ofInformation Security..................... 3CITP 3360 Digital Image Processingand Presentation.......................... 3Technical Specialty course........... 3Technical Specialty course........... 3Technical Specialty course........... 315FOURTH YEAR-FALLCITP 4316 Advanced Web Design................. 3CITP 3320 Database Management................ 3CITP 4345 Data Communications-Convergent Technology................ 3CITP 3302 Advanced Networking(Networking+)............................... 312FOURTH YEAR-SPRINGTMGT 3336 Legal Issue forTechnical Managers..................... 3CITP 4301 Capstone: Computer andInformation TechnologiesInternship..................................... 3CITP 4350 Advanced ComputerProgramming................................ 3Computer & InformationTechnology Elective..................... 312List of Computer and Information TechnologyElectives:CITP 4330 Advanced Network SecurityCITP 4340 Special Topics Course-CITTMGT 3338 Accounting for Technical ManagersTMGT 3411 Technology inEnterprise ManagementTHIRD YEAR-FALLTechnical Specialty course........... 3Technical Specialty course........... 3Technical Specialty course........... 3CITP 3305 System Analysis and Design........ 3CITP 3310 Survey of ProgrammingLanguages................................... 31592B.A.T.-Computer and Information Technologies

Bachelor of Applied Technology inTechnology ManagementThe Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree(BAT) in Technology Management will educate,train, and develop successful supervisors whowill be prepared to utilize technology to createa competitive advantage for their enterprise.Coursework is balanced between practical trainingand working with real-life projects that enhance theeducational experiences and employment potentialfor students. The breadth of the courseworkenables each graduate to lead and manageby utilizing a wide variety of business, finance,technology and human resource developmentskills. Interactions with business leaders willprovide graduates exposure to the real world andan opportunity to network.Graduates are educated in the fundamentalsof business management, finance, informationtechnology and manufacturing. The curriculumprovides a broad training experience throughgeneral education courses in a variety ofdisciplines, core program courses in technologymanagement, elective courses with specializationoptions and specialized projects and seminars thatprovide a window into the real world. The choiceof electives permits students to tailor their studiestoward their own careers and personal goals.Through the Bachelor of Applied Technology inTechnology Management outcomes, the studentwill be able to demonstrate are to:• supervise and manage the financial operationsof a business;• utilize management and motivational theoriesto enhance the performance of employees andwork-teams;• use project and quality managementstrategies to successfully manage and secureorganizational resources;• apply oral and written communicationskills and leverage technology to enhancecommunications;• manage the organization or the businessunit within legal and ethical boundaries;• employ creative and critical thinkingprocesses to resolve problems of thebusiness unit;• use appropriate electronic commercestrategies to enhance profitability of theorganization;• exhibit analytical thought, informedjudgment, ethical behavior, and anappreciation for diversity;• utilize appropriate information technologysystems to enhance organizationalperformance;• understand the challenges involved inconducting international business andits impact on the future growth of theorganization; and• obtain hands-on training and apply conceptsand theories in a workplace setting.BACHELOR OF APPLIEDTECHNOLOGY ADMISSIONREQUIREMENTSAdmission to the Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Program requires thefollowing:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Demonstrate proficiency in state mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), with program specificexemptions accepted.C. Applicants are eligible for admission if theymeet one of the following criteria:a. An ACT Composite of 19 (minimum of16 in all areas) or above (SAT 910 or above).b. Applicants with prior college levelcoursework must have a minimum cumulativeGPA of 2.5 or provide evidence of extenuatingcircumstances, to the Associate Dean forBachelor Degree Programs and UniversityRelations, for waiving the requirement.c. Provisional Acceptance, for studentsscoring a minimum ACT Composite of 15(SAT 740 or above) or minimum cumulativeGPA of 2.25 may be granted by the AssociateDean for Bachelor Degree Programs andUniversity Relations upon completion ofa personal interview with the prospectiveapplicant.D. Submit a completed Bachelor of AppliedTechnology program application.DEGREE COMPLETIONREQUIREMENTSMinimum Completion Requirements• Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 120semester credit hours;• South Texas College will accept a maximumof 60 semester credits of applicable course worktransferred from another accredited collegeor university toward a Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Degree granted by STC.• Completion of at least 46 credit hours in3000 level courses or higher of which at least18 must be completed at STC;• Completion of all program of studyrequirements with a minimum 2.0 grade pointaverage on all coursework attempted (4.0scale).Degree ComponentsGeneral Education Courses.................... 45 SCHTechnical Support Area........................... 30 SCHTechnology ManagementRequired Courses................................... 39 SCHTechnology Management Electives........... 6 SCHB.A.T.-Technology Management93

LOWER DIVISIONREQUIREMENTSSTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsThe student is required to take 45 semester credithours from the STC Core Curriculum listed on page83 in the Catalog. Technology Management majorsmust take ECON 2301-Principles of EconomicsI - MACRO to fulfill to Social/Behavioral Sciencecomponent of the Core Curriculum. Studentsmust take MATH 1414 to fulfill the Mathematicscomponent of the Core Curriculum.Students beginning the Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Program upper-level courseworkupon completion of an approved Associate ofApplied Science (A.A.S.) degree must completean additional 30 general education credit hoursin order to fulfill the forty-five (45) credit hourgeneral education Core Curriculum required atSouth Texas College.Students beginning the Bachelor of AppliedTechnology Program upper-level coursework aftercompletion of an Associate of Arts or Associateof Science degree will have fulfilled the CoreCurriculum requirement for bachelor degreegraduates.TECHNICAL SUPPORT AREAS(30 Semester Credit Hours)The student is required to complete 30 semestercredit hours of technical specialty courseworkfrom an approved Associate of Applied Science(A.A.S.) degree. The 30 semester credit hoursmust include the 5 courses (16 semester credithours) listed below. The approved A.A.S. degreesare as follows: Business Administration, BusinessComputer Systems, Child Development, ComputerAided Drafting and Design, Culinary Arts, LegalOffice Management, Office Management, Nursing,Paralegal, Precision Manufacturing Technology,and Radiologic Technology. Coursework fromother A.A.S. degrees will be evaluated on a caseby case basis.Course Number Course TitleBUSISemester Credit Hours1301 Business Principles orLMGT 1319 Intro toBusiness Logistics...............................3BMGT 1301 Supervision, or HRPO 2301Human Res. Management...................3ACCT 2401 Principles of Financial Accounting ......4ECON 2302 Principles of Economics II-MICRO .....3BUSI 2301 Business Law......................................3*Note: Students entering the BAT program with acompleted Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Arts(A.A.) degree may apply their field of study courseworktoward the 30 semester credit hour technical specialtyrequirement.UPPER DIVISIONREQUIREMENTSPREREQUISITES FOR UPPER-LEVELCOURSEWORK• Junior Standing- Completion of an Associate of Applied Science(A.A.S.) Degree or completion of sixty (60)credit hours from a regionally accreditedinstitution with at least fifteen (15) credit hoursin general education coursework; or- Completion of an Associate of Arts (A.A.)or Associate of Science (AS) Degree from aregionally accredited institution.• Senior Standing- A minimum of ninety (90) credit hours froma regionally accredited institution with at leasttwenty-one (21) credit hours in upper-levelcoursework.• A minimum GPA of 2.5 in previous coursework.Required TechnologyManagementMajor Courses (39 hours)The upper-division Technology Management majorcourses educate students in the fundamentalsof business management, finance, informationtechnology, and manufacturing, while buildingupon skills already learned in the technical supportareas. The curriculum design provides a broadtraining experience through general educationcourses in a variety of disciplines, core programcourses in technology management, electivecourses with specialization options and specializedprojects and seminars that provide a window intothe real world. The choice of electives permitsstudents to tailor their studies toward their owncareers and personal goals, giving them moreopportunity for advancement and promotion tosupervisory or managerial positions within theirchosen occupational field.Course Number Course TitleSemester Credit HoursTMGT 3302 Business and Economic Statistics.......3TMGT 3303 Communications forTechnical Managers.............................3TMGT 3336 Legal Issues for Technical Managers..3TMGT 3310 Decision Making..................................3TMGT 3312 Resource Management ......................3TMGT 3305 Organizational Theory and Practice ...3TMGT 4304 Risk Management................................3TMGT 3337 Economics for Technical Managers.....3TMGT 3338 Accounting for Technical Managers.....3TMGT 4320 Organizational Managementand Design Seminar............................3TMGT 4342 Supply Chain Security.........................3TMGT 4341 Purchasing and Supply Management..3TMGT 4347 Production & Inventory Planning andControl; OR..........................................3TMGT 4396 Managing Technology Projects............3Technology Management ElectiveCourses(6 hours, student must select two courses fromthe following list:)TMGT 3321 Supply Chain Management ................3TMGT 3322 Logistics Management.........................3TMGT 3340 Quality Assurance, Managementand Improvement.................................3TMGT 3353 International Business.........................3TMGT 3411 Technology Enterprise Management...4CITP 4340 Advanced Network Security................394B.A.T.-Technology Management

Bachelor of Applied TechnologyTECHNOLOGYMANAGEMENTDegree PlanSTC Core CurriculumSemesterCredit HoursENGL 1301 Composition.........................................3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric...................... 3SPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking (or SPCH 1311,1315, 1318, 2333, 2335).....................3MATH 1414 College Algebra (orMATH 2412, or MATH 2413)...............4HIST 1301 United States History I.........................3HIST 1302 United States History II........................3GOVT 2301 American Government I.......................3GOVT 2302 American Government II......................3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.........3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications.................3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum..................................4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum..................................4Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum..................................3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum..................................3Total Credit Hours........................... 45Technical Specialty coursesFoundational Courses (Required)BUSI 1301 Business Principles or LMGT 1319.....3BMGT 1301 Supervision, or HRPO 2301Human Resources Management.........3BUSI 2301 Business Law......................................3ACCT 2401 Principles of FinancialAccounting...........................................4ECON 2302 Principles of Economics II-Micro.........3Total Credit Hours........................... 16TMGT 4341 Purchasing and Supply Management..3TMGT 4347 Production & InventoryPlanning and Control; OR....................3TMGT 4396 Managing Technology Projects............3Total Semester Credit Hours............ 39Elective Upper-Division ProfessionalCoursesTMGT 3321 Supply Chain Management.................3TMGT 3322 Logistics Management.........................3TMGT 3340 Quality Assurance, Managementand Improvement.................................3TMGT 3353 International Business.........................3TMGT 3411 Technology Enterprise Management...4CITP 4340 Advanced Network Security................3Total Semester Credit Hours.............. 6TOTAL PROGRAMCREDIT HOURS.........................120Technical Specialty coursesTechnical Hours from a completed A.A.S. degreewill fulfill this requirement.Note: Students entering the BAT program with acompleted A.A. or A.S. degree may apply their Fieldof Study coursework towards this requirement. Anyadditional hours needed to complete the 14 hours ofTechnical Specialty coursework should be taken fromthe Business Administration A.A.S. technical courses.Total Credit Hours........................... 14Required UpperSemesterDivision ProfessionalCredit HoursTMGT 3302 Business and Economic Statistics.......3TMGT 3303 Communication forTechnical Managers.............................3TMGT 3305 Organizational Theory and Practice....3TMGT 3310 Decision Making..................................3TMGT 3312 Resource Management.......................3TMGT 3336 Legal Issues for Technical Managers..3TMGT 3337 Economics for Technical Managers.....3TMGT 3338 Accounting for Technical Managers.....3TMGT 4304 Risk Management................................3TMGT 4320 Organizational Design andManagement Seminar.........................3TMGT 4342 Supply Chain Security.........................3B.A.T.-Technology Management95

Bachelor of Applied Technologymajor: TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENTFour Year Course SequenceFIRST YEAR-FALL Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3BUSI 1301 Business Principles orLMGT 1319 Introduction toBusiness Logistics........................ 315FIRST YEAR-SPRINGENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric............... 3SPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking (or SPCH 1311,1315, 1318, 2333, 2335).............. 3HIST 1302 United States History II................ 3MATH 1414 College Algebra(or MATH 2412 or MATH 2413).... 4BMGT 1301 Supervision, or HRPO 2301Human Resource Management... 316SECOND YEAR-FALLGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3ACCT 2401 Principles of FinancialAccounting .................................. 4Technical Field course.................. 317THIRD YEAR-SPRINGTMGT 3305 Organizational Theory andPractice........................................ 3TMGT 3310 Decision Making........................... 3TMGT 3312 Resource Management................ 3TMGT 3336 Legal Issues forTechnical Managers..................... 3TMGT 3338 Accounting forTechnical Managers..................... 315FOURTH YEAR-FALLTMGT 3337 Economics for TechnicalManagers..................................... 3TMGT 4304 Risk Management........................ 3TMGT 4341 Purchasing and SupplyManagement ............................... 3Elective-Upper-DivisionProfessional Course..................... 312FOURTH YEAR-SPRINGElective coursesTMGT 4320 Organizational Design andManagement Seminar.................. 3TMGT 4342 Supply Chain Security.................. 3TMGT 4347 Capstone: Production & InventoryPlanning and Control.................... 3Elective-Upper-DivisionProfessional course...................... 312SECOND YEAR-SPRINGECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.. 3GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4BUSI 2301 Business Law............................... 3Technical Field course.................. 316THIRD YEAR-FALLECON 2302 Principles of Economics I-Micro... 3Technical Field course.................. 3Technical Field course.................. 3Technical Field course.................. 2TMGT 3302 Business and EconomicStatistics....................................... 3TMGT 3303 Communication forTechnical Managers..................... 31796B.A.T.-Technology Management

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Division ofBusiness and TechnologyAdministrative Office Careers.........................................1004Legal Office Specialist (Certificate).......................................................................................... 1014Office Specialist (Certificate).................................................................................................... 1014Legal Office Management (Associate of Applied Science)........................................................ 1024Office Management (Associate of Applied Science).................................................................. 102Automotive Technology...................................................1034Automotive Technology (Certificate)........................................................................................ 1044Ford Youth and Adult Training Program (Certificate)................................................................ 1044Automotive Technology (Associate of Applied Science)............................................................ 1054Automotive TechnologySpecialization: GM-Automotive Service Education Program (Associate of Applied Science)....105Business Administration.................................................1064Accounting Clerk (Certificate).................................................................................................. 1074Banking (Certificate)................................................................................................................. 1074Import/Export (Certificate)........................................................................................................ 1084Logistics (Certificate)................................................................................................................ 1084Management (Certificate)......................................................................................................... 1094Marketing (Certificate).............................................................................................................. 1094Business AdministrationSpecialization: Accounting (Associate of Applied Science)................................................... 110Specialization: Banking (Associate of Applied Science)........................................................ 110Specialization: Import/Export/Logistics (Associate of Applied Science).................................111Specialization: Management (Associate of Applied Science).................................................111Specialization: Marketing (Associate of Applied Science)..................................................... 112Specialization: Technology Management (Associate of Applied Science)............................. 1124Business Administration-Transfer Plan, Field of Study (Associate of Arts)............................. 113Business Computer Systems...........................................1144Computer and Information Technologies (Certificate).............................................................. 1154Computer Applications Specialist (Certificate)......................................................................... 1154Information Security Specialist (Certificate)............................................................................. 1164Multimedia Specialist (Certificate)............................................................................................ 1164Business Computer SystemsSpecialization: Computer Specialist (Associate of Applied Science)..................................... 117Specialization: Information Security Specialist (Associate of Applied Science)..................... 118Specialization: Multimedia Specialist (Associate of Applied Science)................................... 119Specialization: Networking Specialist (Associate of Applied Science)................................... 120Specialization: Webmaster Specialist (Associate of Applied Science).................................. 121Computer Aided Drafting and Design...............................1224Architectural Drafting (Certificate)............................................................................................ 1234Civil Drafting (Certificate)......................................................................................................... 1234Design and Technical Graphics (Certificate)............................................................................ 1244Geographic Information Systems (Certificate)......................................................................... 1244Computer Aided Drafting and DesignSpecialization: Architectural Drafting (Associate of Applied Science).................................... 125Specialization: Civil Drafting (Associate of Applied Science)................................................. 125Specialization: Design and Technical Graphics (Associate of Applied Science)................... 126Specialization: Geographic Information Systems (Associate of Applied Science)................. 12698Business and Technology

Culinary Arts..................................................................1274Commercial Cooking (Certificate)............................................................................................ 1284Culinary Arts (Associate of Applied Science)............................................................................. 128Diesel Technology...........................................................1294Diesel Technology (Certificate)................................................................................................ 1304Diesel Technology (Associate of Applied Science).................................................................... 130Electrician Assistant.......................................................1314Electrician Assistant (Certificate).............................................................................................. 131Electronic and Computer Maintenance Technology..........1324Computer and Internet Specialist (Certificate)......................................................................... 1334Computer Maintenance Specialist (Certificate)........................................................................ 1334Computer Support Specialist (Certificate)................................................................................ 1344Electronics Technology Specialist (Certificate) ....................................................................... 1344Mechatronics Specialist (Certificate)........................................................................................ 1354Telecommunication Technology Specialist (Certificate)........................................................... 1354Electronic and Computer Maintenance TechnologySpecialization: Computer Maintenance Technology (Associate of Applied Science)............ 136Specialization: Computer Support Specialist (Associate of Applied Science)....................... 136Specialization: Telecommunication Technology Specialist (Associate of Applied Science)... 137Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioningand Refrigeration Technology.....................................1384Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioningand Refrigeration Technology (Certificate)............................................................................. 1394Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioningand Refrigeration Technology (Associate of Applied Science)................................................. 139Human Resources..........................................................1404Human Resources Assistant (Certificate)................................................................................ 1414Human Resources Specialist (Associate of Applied Science)................................................... 141Manufacturing Technology..............................................1424Precision Manufacturing Technology (Certificate).................................................................... 1434Precision Manufacturing Technology (Associate of Applied Science)........................................ 143Paralegal.......................................................................1444Paralegal (Associate of Applied Science).................................................................................. 144Plumber Assistant..........................................................1454Plumber Assistant (Certificate)............................................................................................................................................. 145Welding.........................................................................1464Combination Welding (Certificate)........................................................................................... 1474Structural Welding (Certificate)................................................................................................ 147http://bt.southtexascollege.edu/Business and Technology99

Administrative Office CareersLegal Office SpecialistCertificateThe Legal Office Specialist curriculum is a oneyearprogram designed to teach students the skillsand abilities essential to law firms, judicial offices,trust departments at financial institutions, and thegeneral administrative career field. The programcombines training in the latest technical andcomputer skills with specialized coursework uniqueto the legal profession, including exposure to legalpractices, preparation and practical application ofdocuments and terminology used in the legal office.Advisory CommitteeAmanda Elizondo, City of Weslaco; Julia Ramon-Sabala,City of La Joya; Maria M. Villarreal, Edinburg Childcare, Inc.;Mary Munoz, Community Member; Marlen Villarreal, City ofLa Grulla; Mayra Garza, City of Edinburg; Annette Villarreal,City of McAllen; Hilda Pedraza, City of Pharr; Anna Carrillo,City of Mission; and Arcelia “Arcie” Felix, City of MercedesOffice SpecialistCertificateThe Office Specialist curriculum is a oneyearprogram designed for the student who isinterested in gaining entry-level knowledge,skills, and attitudes necessary for a career asan office professional. Students are prepared foradministrative office positions in business, publicservice, and specialized office environments. Theprogram combines traditional office educationwith microcomputer software applications such asword processing, spreadsheet, database, desktoppublishing, records and project management.Legal Office ManagementAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Legal Office Management curriculum is atwo-year program designed to prepare students tomanage functions in the legal office environment.The course work adds administrative systems,advanced computer applications, word and dataprocessing, graphics and presentation software,employee supervision and management, andwritten and oral communications. Graduatesare well prepared to work in the challenging andexciting legal office environment of a diversity oforganizations ranging from a one-person law firmto a multiple partnering law firm.Office ManagementAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Office Management curriculum is a two-yearprogram designed to prepare students to managefunctions in the office environment. The coursework adds administrative systems, advancedcomputer applications, word and data processing,graphics and presentation software, employeesupervision and management, and written andoral communications. Graduates are well preparedto work in the challenging and exciting officeenvironment of a diversity of organizations rangingfrom a one-person professional office to the globalcorporation.100Business and Technology

LEGAL OFFICESPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursLGLA 1307 Introduction to Lawand Legal Professions.................. 3POFI 2301 Word Processing.......................... 3POFL 1305 Legal Terminology........................ 3POFT 1301 Business English.......................... 3POFT 1329 Beginning Keyboarding................ 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFI 2340 Advanced Word Processing ........ 3POFL 1303 Legal Office Procedures I............. 3POFT 1319 Records and InformationManagement I.............................. 3POFT 1328 Business Presentations................ 3POFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication..................... 3SUMMER SESSION IPOFL 2301 Legal Document Processing........ 3POFL 2264 CAPSTONE: Practicum................ 2Total Credit Hours:........ 35OFFICE SPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursPOFI 2301 Word Processing ......................... 3POFT 1301 Business English.......................... 3POFT 1309 Administrative OfficeProcedures I................................. 3POFT 1329 Beginning Keyboarding................ 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFI 2340 Advanced Word Processing......... 3POFT 1319 Records and InformationManagement I.............................. 3POFT 1328 Business Presentations............... 3POFI 1349 Spreadsheets............................... 3POFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication .................... 3SUMMER SESSIONPOFT 1349 Administrative OfficeProcedures II................................ 3POFT 2264 CAPSTONE: Practicum................ 2Total Credit Hours:........ 32Business and Technology101

LEGAL OFFICEMANAGEMENTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LIABLEFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursLGLA 1307 Introduction to Lawand Legal Professions.................. 3POFI 2301 Word Processing ......................... 3POFL 1305 Legal Terminology........................ 3POFT 1301 Business English.......................... 3POFT 1329 Beginning Keyboarding................ 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFI 2340 Advanced Word Processing......... 3POFL 1303 Legal Office Procedures I ............ 3POFT 1319 Records and InformationManagement I.............................. 3POFT 1328 Business Presentations................ 3POFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication..................... 3SUMMER SESSION IPOFL 2301 Legal Document Processing........ 3THIRD SEMESTERPOFL 1340 Legal Office Procedures II............ 3POFL 1355 Legal Issues and MedicalRecords........................................ 3POFL 1359 Legal Transcription ...................... 3POFT 2331 Administrative Systems................ 3SPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking...................................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3Mathematics/NaturalSciences Elective......................... 4POFT 2303 Speed and Accuracy Building...... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3SPAN 1311 Beg Spanish I for SpanishSpeakers or ARTS 1301............... 3SUMMER SESSION IIPOFL 2264 CAPSTONE: Practicum................ 2Total Credit Hours:........ 66Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourgeneral education requirementOFFICEMANAGEMENTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursPOFI 2301 Word Processing.......................... 3POFT 1301 Business English.......................... 3POFT 1309 Administrative OfficeProcedures I ................................ 3POFT 1329 Beginning Keyboarding................ 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFI 1349 Spreadsheets............................... 3POFI 2340 Advanced Word Processing......... 3POFT 1328 Business Presentations................ 3POFT 1319 Records and InformationManagement I.............................. 3POFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication .................... 3SUMMER SESSION IPOFT 1349 Administrative OfficeProcedures II................................ 3THIRD SEMESTERACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I ......... 3POFT 2331 Administrative Systems................ 3SPAN 1311 Beg .Spanish I for Spanish Speakersor ARTS 1301............................... 3SPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking...................................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERBMGT 1301 Supervision.................................. 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3POFT 2303 Speed and Accuracy Building...... 3Mathematics/Natural Sciences-Elective**...................................... 4SUMMER SESSION IIPOFT 2264 CAPSTONE: Practicum................ 2Total Credit Hours:........ 60Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourgeneral education requirement**Students must take a 4 credit hour course in order tofulfill the MATH/Natural Sciences Elective.102Business and Technology

Automotive TechnologyAutomotive TechnologyCertificate andAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Automotive Technology program is designedto prepare students for an entry- level employmentin the high technology automotive service industry.Students will gain knowledge in automotive heatingand air conditioning systems, electrical/electronicsystems, fuel injection, both manual and automatictransmissions/transaxles, engine performance,brake systems, steering and suspension systems,and computerized automotive control systems.Emphasis will be placed on hands-on learning inthe labs to develop diagnostic and troubleshootingskills, as well as repair procedures.Graduates of the Automotive Technology programare typically placed in dealerships, independentgarages and specialty automotive repair facilitiesand quick service shops. Courses taken forcompletion of the Certificate Program can beapplied toward completion of the Associate ofApplied Science Degree in Automotive Technology.Ford Youth and Adult TrainingProgramCertificateFord Certified technicians know the skills requiredto perform regular maintenance, light repairs andparts installation on all types of Ford, Lincoln andMercury automobiles and light trucks.Successful students in this program will achieveFord Motor Company’s Maintenance and LightRepair certification, which includes:4Automotive Electrical System4Automotive Brake Systems4Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning4Automotive Suspension and SteeringADVISORY COMMITTEESAUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYCarl Wieshan, Service Specialist, Hunter EquipmentBill Seawell, Factory Representative, Vetronix SalesCorporation; Manuel Maciel, Instructor, La Joya High School;Rick Dube, Owner, Rick Dube’s Auto Parts & Service; JoeCampos Owner Miday Auto & Truck Service; Joe Gonzalez,Salesman, Burton Auto Supply; Jay Rodriguez, GeneralManager, Arnold Oil Company; Maria I. Torres, ServiceManager, Sears Center; Rene Cano, Service Technician,Frank Smith Toyota; Bob Demers District Manager, MATCOTools; Eddie DeLeon, NAPA Auto Parts Sales; Ben AbbitOwner All Tune & Lube; Leticia Cavazos, Burns MotorsDodge ChryslerGM-ASEP TECHNOLOGYPete Garza, Service Manager, Bert Ogden Mission; ChrisHatzold, Service Manager, Bert Ogden Edinburg; JoeOchoa, Service Manager, Rio Motors, Rio Grande City; BillBoyd, Service, Manager, Weslaco Motors Weslaco; RubenReyes, Service Manager, Gillman Chevrolet, Harlingen;Scott Nielsen, Service Manager, Gillman Chevrolet, SanBenito; Ramiro Quintanilla, Service Manager, South TexasBuick, Pontiac, GMC, Mission; Jose Trevino, AutomotiveTechnician, Bert Ogden Motors, Edinburg; Mike Mainhart,Service Manager, Powell Watson Motors, Laredo; DavidMcCain, Service Manager, Paul Young, Laredo; Rick Allen,Service Manager, Cardenas Motors Inc., Brownsville; BaylorVaughn, Service Manager, Clark Chevrolet, McAllen;FORD-YAATC TECHNOLOGYLarry Emanuel, Service Manager, Boggus Ford, DanielLauer, Service Manager Spikes Ford;, Rolando Garza,Service Manager, Spikes Ford, Eddie Guzman, Owner,Guzman Tune-up Plus; Warren Barber, Foreman/Technician,Hacienda Ford, Edinburg; Gabriel Santoy, Technician,Guzman Tune-up Plus; Luciano Gonzalez, AutomotiveSupervisor, U.S.Customs; Esteban Pena, Automotiv WorkLeader U.S. CustomsGM-ASEP (Automotive ServiceEducational Program)Associate of Applied ScienceWhat is GM-ASEP? ASEP is an educationalpartnership between South Texas College andGeneral Motors Corporation. It is a GM-specificprogram designed to upgrade the technicalcompetency and professional level of the entrylevel GM dealership technician.The curriculum reflects current GM technology.ASEP provides classroom and laboratory trainingthat is reinforced by on-the-job experience in aGM dealership. It is a comprehensive, two-yearprogram.Business and Technology103

AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGYCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursAUMT 1305 Introduction toAutomotive Technology................ 3AUMT 1407 Automotive Electrical Systems..... 4AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems ......... 4AUMT 1416 Automotive Suspension andSteering Systems......................... 4SECOND SEMESTERAUMT 1345 Automotive Heatingand Air Conditioning..................... 3AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair........... 4AUMT 2417 Automotive EnginePerformance Analysis I ............... 4TECM 1303 Technical Mathematics................. 3FORD YOUTH ANDADULT TRAININGPROGRAMCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursAUMT 1345 Automotive Heatingand Air Conditioning..................... 3AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems ......... 4AUMT 1416 Automotive Suspension andSteering Systems......................... 4AUMT 1407 Automotive Electrical Systems .... 4SECOND SEMESTERAUMT 2366 Practicum I-Ford MLR.................. 3Total Credit Hours:........ 18THIRD SEMESTERAUMT 2313 Automotive Drive Trainand Axles...................................... 3AUMT 2425 Automatic Transmissionand Transaxle............................... 4AUMT 2434 Automotive EnginePerformance Analysis II............... 4AUMT 1266 CAPSTONE: Practicum................ 2Total Credit Hours:........ 42104Business and Technology

AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursAUMT 1305 Introduction toAutomotive Technology................ 3AUMT 1407 Automotive Electrical Systems... 4AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems ....... 4AUMT 1416 Automotive Suspension andSteering Systems......................... 4SPCH 1311 Introduction toSpeech Communication............... 3SECOND SEMESTERAUMT 1345 Automotive Heating andAir Conditioning............................ 3AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair......... 4AUMT 2417 Automotive EnginePerformance Analysis I ........... 4TECM 1303 Technical Mathematics............... 3SUMMER SESSIONENGL 1301 Composition.............................. 3Humanities Elective.................... 3THIRD SEMESTERAUMT 2313 Automotive Drive Train & Axles.... 3AUMT 2425 Automotive AutomaticTransmission and Transaxle...... 4AUMT 2434 Automotive Engine PerformanceAnalysis II..................................... 4PSYC 2301 General Psychology.................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERCSIR 1355 Industry Certifications.................. 3AUMT 2301 Automotive Management............ 3AUMT 2421 Automotive Electrical Lightingand Accessories........................... 4PHYS 1415 Physical Science I........................ 4AUMT 1266 CAPSTONE: Practicum I.............. 2Total Credit Hours:........ 68Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementAutomotive TechnologySpecialization: GM-ASEP(Automotive ServiceEducationalProgram)ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursAUMT 1305 Introduction toAutomotive Technology .............. 3AUMT 1407 Automotive Electrical Systems..... 4TECM 1303 Technical Mathematics................. 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3SECOND SEMESTERAUMT 1345 Automotive Heating andAir Conditioning............................ 3AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair........... 4Humanities Elective...................... 3AUMT 1266 Practicum I................................... 2SUMMER SESSION IAUMT 2417 Automotive Engine PerformanceAnalysis I...................................... 4AUMT 2421 Automotive Electrical Lightingand Accessories........................... 4PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3AUMT 1267 Practicum II.................................. 2THIRD SEMESTERCSIR 1355 Industry Certifications................... 3AUMT 2313 Automotive Drive Train & Axles.... 3AUMT 2425 Automotive AutomaticTransmission & Transaxle............ 4AUMT 2266 Practicum III................................. 2FOURTH SEMESTERAUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems.......... 4PHYS 1415 Physical Science I........................ 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3AUMT 2267 CAPSTONE: Practicum IV........... 2SUMMER SESSION IIAUMT 1416 Automotive Suspension andSteering Systems......................... 4AUMT 2434 Automotive Engine PerformanceAnalysis II..................................... 4Total Credit Hours:........ 71Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementBusiness and Technology105

Business AdministrationAccounting Clerk, CertificateThis program is designed to prepare students foran entry-level position in the field of Accounting.Graduates of this program will have the skills,knowledge, and abilities to perform generalaccounting duties.Banking, CertificateThe Banking Certificate is designed to preparestudents in the field of financial services industry.Graduates of this program will have the basicknowledge to perform general banking duties.Import/Export, CertificateThe Import/Export certificate prepares studentsfor an entry-level position with import/exportbusinesses such as custom brokers, freightforwarders, commercial carriers, and internationalbusinesses. The graduates of this program willhave the basic knowledge to take the custombroker exam.Logistics, CertificateThe Logistics Management Certificate preparesstudents for entry-level positions in the growingfield of warehousing/logistics. The graduates ofthis program will have the basic knowledge toperform general support services in warehousing/logistics operations.Management, CertificateThis program will prepare students for an entrylevelposition in the private or public sector.Graduates of this program will have the skills,knowledge, and abilities to perform generalmanagerial duties.Marketing, CertificateThis program will prepare students for an entrylevelposition in the field of marketing and sales.Graduates of this program will have the skills,knowledge, and abilities to perform generalmarketing duties.Specialization: AccountingAssociate of Applied ScienceThis program will prepare students for entry intothe accounting profession. The two-year programemphasizes internal accounting procedures andgenerally accepted principles as they apply toexternal reporting.Specialization: BankingAssociate of Applied ScienceThis program will prepare students for entry intothe financial services industry. It is designed to offercontinuing professional education for individualsalready employed in the financial services industry.Specialization:Import/Export/LogisticsAssociate of Applied ScienceThis program will prepare students for entryinto the import/export/logistics profession. It isdesigned to update and expand the skills of thosealready working in the filed, as well as assist thoseindividuals who are considering the import/export/logistics field as a profession. The graduates of thisprogram will have the basic knowledge to take thecustom broker exam.106Business and TechnologySpecialization: ManagementAssociate of Applied ScienceThis program will prepare students for variousmanagerial positions such as entry-levelmanagement trainee. The program will preparestudents in areas such as communication skills,accounting, human resource management,marketing, problem solving and decision-making.Specialization: MarketingAssociate of Applied ScienceThis program will prepare students for an entrylevel position in marketing and sales. Theprogram will prepare students in areas such ascommunication skills, sales, product design,advertisement, and public relations.Specialization:Technology ManagementAssociate of Applied ScienceThis program will prepare students for a variousentry level managerial positions. The program willprepare students in areas such as communicationskills, accounting, human resource management,marketing, problem solving and decision-making.Business Administration(Transfer Plan) Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThis degree designed for those students who planto transfer to a four-year college or university toearn a Bachelor of Business Administration, aBachelor of Arts, or a Bachelor of Science Degree.Students take classes to complete state generaleducation requirements and a combination ofbusiness classes in accounting, computers, andeconomics which fulfill the Associate of Art Degreein Business Administration. Upon transferring toa four-year college or university, students maychoose a concentration in Accounting, Economics,General Business, Finance, International Business,Information Systems, Management, or Marketing.Advisory CommitteesACCOUNTINGDavid Carrales, Chair, Carrales & Company, LLP; Dr. Wig DeMoville, UTPA College of Business; Virginia Garza, McAllenHousing Authority; Rumalda Torres, McAllen ISD; GuillermoGarza, Garza & Morales; Rey Jaquez, McAllen AffordableHomes; Juan Carlos Velez, Juan C. Velez, CPABANKINGCraig Lewis, Chair, Texas State Bank; Robert Almendarez, TexasState Bank; Roy Cantu, International Bank of Commerce; ArdenPeterson, First National Bank; Jose Rangel, First National Bank;Elena Gonzalez, International Bank of Commerce/First DataIMPORT / EXPORT / LOGISTICSMark Garcia, Chair, McAllen Economic Development Corp.;Ruben Garza, Daniel B. Hastings Inc.; Matilde Gutierrez, VanityFair Intimates, Inc.; Randy O. Main, Dulces Famosos de Mexico/Famous Candy, Ltd.; Dianne Vlasik, US Customs & BorderProtection; Sylvia Garces Soria, Socios En Ekcelencia; Jose A.Andrade, RGCX Rio Grande Chemical, Ltd.MANAGEMENTAlida Hernandez, AAA Personal Agency Inc.; Ana Escobar, CopyGraphics Inc.; Irene Morin, Sharyland School District; VictorHuerta, University of Texas-Pan American; Joe Vasquez, KNAPPMedical Center; Perla Zamora Lara, City of McAllenMARKETINGJuan Duran, Verzion Wireless; Grace Rodriguez, GAP Store;Dee Silva, GAP Store; Rita Harrison Torres, Office Depot; MarcFantich, The Fantich Media Group; Isabel Torres, Sears Roebuck;Melanie Meyers, QuikDrop

ACCOUNTINGCLERKCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I ......... 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3BMGT 1305 Communications inManagement................................ 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets ..... 3SECOND SEMESTERACNT 1304 Introduction to Accounting IIor ACCT 2401............................... 3ACNT 1311 Introduction toComputerized Accounting............ 3ACNT 1329 Payroll & Business TaxAccounting................................... 3BMGT 1301 Supervision ................................. 3THIRD SEMESTERBMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1BANKINGCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets...... 3BNKG 1303 Principles of Bank Operation........ 3SECOND SEMESTERBMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3BMGT 1305 Communication inManagement................................ 3POFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication..................... 3BNKG 1347 Bank Marketing............................ 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 29Total Credit Hours:........ 29Business and Technology107

IMPORT/EXPORTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3IBUS 1301 Principles of Exports.................... 3SECOND SEMESTERBMGT 1305 Communications inManagement................................ 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets...... 3IBUS 1305 Introduction to InternationalBusiness/Trade............................ 3IBUS 2345 Import Customs Regulations I...... 3THIRD SEMESTERIBUS 2371 Import Customs Regulations II..... 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 29LOGISTICSCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I ......... 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3LMGT 1319 Introduction toBusiness Logistics........................ 3SECOND SEMESTERBNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets ..... 3BMGT 1305 Communications inManagement................................ 3LMGT 1321 Principles of MaterialManagement................................ 3LMGT 1325 Warehouse and DistributionCenter Management.................... 3SUMMER SESSIONBMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 26108Business and Technology

MANAGEMENTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I ......... 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3BMGT 1301 Supervision.................................. 3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFI 2301 Word Processing ......................... 3BMGT 1305 Communications inManagement................................ 3ACNT 1329 Payroll & Business TaxAccounting................................... 3HRPO 2301 Human ResourcesManagement................................ 3BUSG 2309 Small BusinessManagement/Entreprenuership.... 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1MARKETINGCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BMGT 1301 Supervision.................................. 3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3MRKG 1311 Principles of Marketing................. 3SECOND SEMESTERBUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3BMGT 1305 Communications inManagement................................ 3MRKG 1301 Customer RelationshipManagement................................ 3POFI 2431 Desktop Publishing...................... 4BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 30Total Credit Hours:........ 32Business and Technology109

Business AdministrationSpecialization: AccountingASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCEBusiness AdministrationSpecialization: BankingASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets ..... 3ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BMGT 1301 Supervision ................................. 3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3SECOND SEMESTERBMGT 1305 Communications in Management.3ACCT 2401 Principles ofFinancial Accounting.................... 4ACNT 1329 Payroll & Business TaxAccounting................................... 3ACNT 1311 Introduction to ComputerizedAccounting................................... 3SPCH 1321 Business & ProfessionalSpeaking...................................... 3THIRD SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3Mathematics/Natural SciencesElective......................................... 4ACCT 2402 Principles of ManagerialAccounting................................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERACNT 2309 Cost Accounting........................... 3Accounting Elective***.................. 3ACNT 2330 Government & Not-for-ProfitAccounting................................... 3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.. 3BUSI 2301 Business Law............................... 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 65***ACCOUNTING ELECTIVESACNT 1331 Federal Income Tax: Individual..... 3ACNT 2331 Internal Control and Auditing........ 3TSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BMGT 1301 Supervision ................................. 3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets...... 3BNKG 1303 Principles of Bank Operation........ 3SECOND SEMESTERSPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking...................................... 3ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3BMGT 1305 Communications in Management.3BNKG 1343 Law & Banking or BUSI 2301....... 3BNKG 1347 Bank Marketing............................ 3THIRD SEMESTERSocial/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3MRKG 1301 Customer RelationshipManagement................................ 3Mathematics/Natural SciencesElective......................................... 4BNKG 1345 Consumer Lending....................... 3BUSG 1303 Principles of Finance.................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.. 3BNKG 1349 Commercial Lending.................... 3BNKG 1356 Analyzing Financial Statements... 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 66Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 hour GeneralEducation RequirementIdentifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 hour GeneralEducation Requirement110Business and Technology

Business AdministrationSpecialization:IMPORT/EXPORT/LOGISTICSASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4IBUS 1301 Principles of Exports ................... 3IBUS 1305 Introduction to InternationalBusiness/Trade ........................... 3BMGT 1301 Supervision ................................. 3SECOND SEMESTERACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I ......... 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets ..... 3BMGT 1305 Communications in Management.3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3LMGT 1319 Introduction toBusiness Logistics........................ 3THIRD SEMESTERImport/Export/Logistics Elective***......3MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics......... 3BUSI 2301 Business Law............................... 3SPCH 1321 Business &Professional Speaking................. 3MRKG 1301 Customer RelationshipManagement................................ 3FOURTH SEMESTERImport/Export/Logistics Elective***.... 3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.. 3Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3Humanities Elective...................... 3BMGT 1309 Information and ProjectManagement ............................... 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 62Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement***Import/Export/Logistics Elective OptionsIBUS 2345 Import Customs Regulations I...... 3IBUS 2371 Import Customs Regulations II..... 3LMGT 1321 Principles ofMaterial Management ................. 3LMGT 1325 Warehouse and DistributionCenter Management.................... 3Business AdministrationSpecialization: MANAGEMENTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3BMGT 1301 Supervision ............................. 3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3SECOND SEMESTERSPCH 1321 Business & ProfessionalSpeaking...................................... 3POFI 2301 Word Processing ........................ 3ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3BMGT 1305 Communicationsin Management............................ 3HRPO 2301 Human ResourcesManagement................................ 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets...... 3THIRD SEMESTERMRKG 1301 Customer RelationshipManagement................................ 3Math/Natural Sciences Elective... 4BUSI 2301 Business Law............................... 3ACNT 1329 Payroll & BusinessTax Accounting............................. 3BUSG 2309 Small BusinessManagement/Entreprenuership.... 3FOURTH SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3BMGT 2303 Problem Solving andDecision Making........................... 3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.. 3MRKG 1311 Principles of Marketing................. 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 66Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementBusiness and Technology111

Business AdministrationSpecialization: MARKETINGASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I or COSC 1301....... 4BMGT 1301 Supervision ................................. 3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3MRKG 1311 Principles of Marketing................. 3SECOND SEMESTERACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I ......... 3SPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking...................................... 3BMGT 1305 Communications inManagement................................ 3BNKG 1340 Money and Financial Markets ..... 3MRKG 1301 Customer RelationshipManagement................................ 3MRKG 2333 Principles of Selling...................... 3THIRD SEMESTERBUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3Math/Natural Sciences Elective... 4MRKG 2349 Advertising and Sales Promotion. 3BUSG 2309 Small BusinessManagement/Entreprenuership.... 3FOURTH SEMESTERPOFI 2431 Desktop Publishing...................... 4Humanities Elective...................... 3Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3MRKG 1313 Public Relations........................... 3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.. 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 64Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementBusiness AdministrationSpecialization:TECHNOLOGYMANAGEMENTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3BMGT 1301 Supervision ................................. 3Humanities Elective...................... 3SECOND SEMESTERSPCH 1321 Business andProfessional Speaking................. 3ACCT 2401 Principles ofFinancial Accounting ................... 4BMGT 1305 Communicationsin Management............................ 3HRPO 2301 Human ResourcesManagement................................ 3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro.. 3THIRD SEMESTERPOFI 2301 Word Processing.......................... 3MATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4BUSI 2301 Business Law............................... 3ACCT 2402 Principles of ManagerialAccounting................................... 4BUSG 2309 Small BusinessManagement/Entreprenuership.... 3FOURTH SEMESTERMATH 1442 Statistics....................................... 4MRKG 1311 Principles of Marketing................. 3BMGT 2303 Problem Solving andDecision Making........................... 3ACNT 2309 Cost Accounting........................... 3Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3ECON 2302 Principles of Economics II-Micro.. 3BMGT 2168 CAPSTONE: BusinessAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 68Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement112Business and Technology

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (TRANSFER PLAN)Field of studyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LIABLEFIELD OF STUDY18 CreditsACCT 2401 Principles of Financial AccountingACCT 2402 Principles of ManagerialAccountingECON 2302 Principles of Economics II-MICROBUSI 1301 Business PrinciplesMATH 1425 Business CalculusSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the Field of Study, the student isrequired to take 45 hours from the STC CoreCurriculum listed on page 83 in the catalog.Business Administration majors must take ECON2301-Principles of Economics I-Macro to fulfill toSocial/Behavioral Science component of the CoreCurriculum.Field of Study: 18STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 62-63Business Administration-Transfer PlanRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective- CoreCurriculum ................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History I orHIST 2327.................................... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3BUSI 1301 Business Principles...................... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History II orHIST 2328.................................... 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3Mathematics Elective-CoreCurriculum................................. 3-4ACCT 2401 Principles of FinancialAccounting................................... 4THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4ACCT 2402 Principles of ManagerialAccounting................................... 4ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-MACRO........................................ 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4ECON 2302 Principles of Economics II-MICRO......................................... 3MATH 1425 Business Calculus........................ 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Business and Technology113

Business Computer SystemsComputer and InformationTechnologies SpecialistCertificateIn this program, the student will learn businessapplications including spreadsheets, wordprocessing and database. The student willalso receive technical training in networkingtechnologies and operating systems as well asserver administration. At the end of this program,the student will be required to complete a Capstonecourse which will allow the student to acquireindustry experience. This Certificate will allow thestudent to transfer the credits to the Associate ofApplied Science degree for Networking Specialistor Computer Specialist.Specialization:Computer SpecialistAssociate of Applied ScienceIn this program, the student will learn businessapplications and demonstrate fluency in database,spreadsheets, word processing, and desktoppublishing. Students will learn technical skills suchas operating systems data structure, networking,telecommunications, and microcomputer concepts.Students will also learn management skills such assystem management, database design techniques,logic, speech, and technical writing. Graduates willbe equipped for entry into the workforce in smallbusiness, school districts, local companies, andhospital departments.Specialization:Information Security SpecialistAssociate of Applied ScienceThis specialization will prepare students for acareer in information systems security. It willprepare students to be certified by Cisco, SystemAdministration, Networking and Security) Institute(SANS), or Computer Emergency Response Team(CERT) as an information security technician ormanager.Specialization:Networking SpecialistAssociate of Applied ScienceIn this program, the student will learn the samebasic information as the Computer Specialist,but will receive additional courses in networking.Upon completion of the program, the student willbe able to design and quote a network, set up andmaintain, and manage and upgrade the network.Employment opportunities will be available withbusinesses that use or anticipate setting up anetwork.Specialization:Webmaster SpecialistAssociate of Applied ScienceGraduates of this program will have the technicalknowledge, skills, and preparation for employmentin the growing field of computer graphic design,animation and multimedia to prepare web pagesfor individual clients or as part of an electroniccommerce division of a company. Programemphasis is on programming scripts and graphicsusing Internet-specific code such as hypertextmarkup language, Perl, or Java, and Web pagemaintenance. Future career positions includeComputer Programmer, Graphic Designer, WebPage Designer and Electronic Publishing SupportSpecialist.ADVISORY COMMITTEEDiana Berger, Director of Education Market Segment, GlobalData Systems; David Hales, Technology Support Specialist,Region One Education Service Center; David Winkler,Owner, Empire Technology Computers; Jeff Shooshtari,Owner, CEO, Twin Wireless; Maby Arleth Rosenbaum,LAN/WAN Engineer, Technology Resources, South TexasCollege; Reynaldo Robles, Sr. Programmer Analyst, StudentInformation Systems, UT-Pan American; Adrian Garcia,Director of Technical Support, Region One Education ServiceCenter, Michael Parker, System Administrator, McAllenEconomic Development Corporation.Specialization:Multimedia SpecialistAssociate of Applied ScienceGraduates of this emerging occupation will havethe technical knowledge, skills, and preparationto combine the use of audio, video, graphics, andtext to provide and disseminate information toothers in an aesthetic manner. Often, their finaloutput is distributed on CD ROM’s as catalogs,training sessions, books on disk, and tutorials.By combining graphics, audio files, animation,and video components, the product of multimediaspecialists can often make stronger impacts thanprinted guides or tutorials.114Business and Technology

COMPUTER ANDINFORMATIONTECHNOLOGIESSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC OperatingSystems....................................... 4ITSE 1411 Beginning WebPage Programming...................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnologies................................ 4COMPUTERAPPLICATIONSSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSW 2434 Advanced Spreadsheets............. 4SECOND SEMESTERPOFI 2431 Desktop Publishing...................... 4ITSW 1410 Introduction to PresentationGraphics Software........................ 4Total Credit Hours: ....... 16SECOND SEMESTERITSW 1410 Introduction to PresentationGraphics Software........................ 4POFI 2431 Desktop Publishing...................... 4ITSW 2434 Advanced Spreadsheets.............. 4ITNW 2421 CAPSTONE: Networkingwith TCP/IP.................................. 4Total Credit Hours: ....... 32Business and Technology115

INFORMATIONSECURITYSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC OperatingSystems....................................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnoligies................................. 4SECOND SEMESTERITSY 1400 Fundamentals of InformationSecurity........................................ 4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4ITNW 1454 Implementing and SupportingServers......................................... 4MULTIMEDIASPECIALISTCERTIFICATEFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSE 1411 Beginning WebPage Programming...................... 4SECOND SEMESTERARTC 1413 Digital Publishing I........................ 4ITSW 1410 Introduction to PresentationGraphics Software........................ 4Total Credit Hours: ....... 16THIRD SEMESTERITSY 2443 Computer System Forensics........ 4ITSY 2441 Security Management Practices.. 4ITNW 2409 Network Administrationfor Intranet.................................... 4ITSC 1164 CAPSTONE: Information SecurityPracticum..................................... 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 37116Business and Technology

Business Computer SystemsSpecialization: COMPUTER SPECIALISTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC OperatingSystems ...................................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnologies................................ 4SECOND SEMESTERITSC 1425 Personal Computer Hardware...... 4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4ITNW 1454 Implementing andSupporting Servers...................... 4ITSW 2434 Advanced Spreadsheets.............. 4SUMMER SESSION IHumanities Elective...................... 3Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3Social/Behavioral Sciences ElectivesSOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3SOCI 1306 Contemporary Social Problems.... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3Humanities ElectiveLiteratureENGL 2341 Introduction to Literature.............. 3ENGL 2321 British Literature........................... 3ENGL 2326 American Literature...................... 3ENGL 2331 World Literature............................ 3DramaDRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation...................... 3ArtARTS 1301 Art Appreciation............................ 3ARTS 1303 Art Survey I.................................. 3ARTS 1304 Art Survey II................................. 3THIRD SEMESTERITSE 1411 Beginning Web PageProgramming................................ 4ITNW 2435 Network Troubleshootingand Support.................................. 4ITSW 1410 Introduction to PresentationGraphics Software........................ 4POFI 2431 Desktop Publishing ...................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematicsor MATH 1414.............................. 3ITSE 2409 Database Programming............... 4ITSC 2439 Personal Computer Help Desk..... 4ITSC 2165 CAPSTONE: SystemsAdministration Practicum............. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 68Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credithour General Education RequirementBusiness and Technology117

Business Computer SystemsSpecialization: INFORMATION SECURITY SPECIALISTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC OperatingSystems....................................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnologies................................ 4SECOND SEMESTERSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of InformationSecurity........................................ 4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4ITNW 1454 Implementing and SupportingServers......................................... 4SUMMER SESSION ISocial/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3Humanities Elective...................... 3Social/Behavioral Sciences ElectivesSOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3SOCI 1306 Contemporary Social Problems.... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3Humanities ElectiveLiteratureENGL 2341 Introduction to Literature.............. 3ENGL 2321 British Literature........................... 3ENGL 2326 American Literature...................... 3ENGL 2331 World Literature............................ 3DramaDRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation...................... 3ArtARTS 1301 Art Appreciation............................ 3ARTS 1303 Art Survey I.................................. 3ARTS 1304 Art Survey II................................. 3THIRD SEMESTERMATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematicsor MATH 1414.............................. 3ITSY 2443 Computer System Forensics........ 4ITSY 2441 Security Management Practices.. 4ITNW 2409 Network Administrationfor Intranet.................................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERITSC 1407 UNIX Operating Systems I........... 4ITSY 2401 Firewalls and Network Security.... 4ITSC 2346 Computer Center Management.... 3ITSC 2164 CAPSTONE: Information SecurityPracticum..................................... 1Total Credit Hours:........ 63Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement118Business and Technology

Business Computer SystemsSpecialization: MULTIMEDIA SPECIALISTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSE 1405 Introduction toPC Operating Systems................. 4Social/Behavioral Sciences ElectivesSOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3SOCI 1306 Contemporary Social Problems.... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3SECOND SEMESTERITSW 1410 Introduction to PresentationGraphics Software........................ 4ARTC 1413 Digital Publishing I........................ 4ARTV 1445 3-D Modeling and Rendering....... 4ITSE 1411 Beginning Web PageProgramming................................ 4SUMMER SESSION ISocial/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3ARTS 1316 Drawing I...................................... 3THIRD SEMESTERITSE 1431 Introduction to Visual BasicProgramming................................ 4FLMC 2431 Video Graphics andVisual Effects II............................. 4IMED 1445 Interactive Digital Media I............. 4IMED 2409 Internet Commerce....................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERMATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematicsor MATH 1414.............................. 3ITSE 2409 Database Programming................ 4ITSE 2402 Intermediate Web Programming.. 4IMED 2405 Multimedia CoursewareDevelopment II............................. 4IMED 2166 Capstone: Multimedia Practicum. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 68Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementBusiness and Technology119

Business Computer SystemsSpecialization: NETWORKING SPECIALISTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC OperatingSystems....................................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnologies................................ 4SECOND SEMESTERSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4ITNW 1454 Implementing and SupportingServers......................................... 4ITSW 2434 Advanced Spreadsheets.............. 4SUMMER SESSION IHumanities Elective...................... 3Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3Social/Behavioral Sciences ElectivesSOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3SOCI 1306 Contemporary Social Problems.... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3Humanities ElectiveLiteratureENGL 2341 Introduction to Literature.............. 3ENGL 2321 British Literature........................... 3ENGL 2326 American Literature...................... 3ENGL 2331 World Literature............................ 3DramaDRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation...................... 3ArtARTS 1301 Art Appreciation............................ 3ARTS 1303 Art Survey I.................................. 3ARTS 1304 Art Survey II................................. 3THIRD SEMESTERITSE 1411 Beginning Web PageProgramming................................ 4ITNW 2435 Network Troubleshootingand Support.................................. 4ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of InformationSecurity........................................ 4ITSY 1442 Information TechnologySecurity........................................ 4FOURTH SEMESTERMATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematicsor MATH 1414.............................. 3ITSC 1407 UNIX Operating Systems I........... 4ITNW 2453 Advanced Routing andSwitching...................................... 4ITSC 2346 Computer Center Management.... 3ITNW 2164 CAPSTONE: Network Practicum. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 67Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement120Business and Technology

Business Computer SystemsSpecialization: WEBMASTER SPECIALISTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC OperatingSystems ...................................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnologies................................ 4SECOND SEMESTERSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4ITNW 1454 Implementing and SupportingServers......................................... 4ITSE 1411 Beginning Web PageProgramming................................ 4SUMMER SESSION IITSE 2409 Database Programming............... 4Humanities Elective...................... 3Social/Behavioral Sciences ElectivesSOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3SOCI 1306 Contemporary Social Problems.... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3Humanities ElectiveLiteratureENGL 2341 Introduction to Literature.............. 3ENGL 2321 British Literature........................... 3ENGL 2326 American Literature...................... 3ENGL 2331 World Literature............................ 3DramaDRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation...................... 3ArtARTS 1301 Art Appreciation............................ 3ARTS 1303 Art Survey I.................................. 3ARTS 1304 Art Survey II................................. 3SUMMER SESSION IISocial/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3THIRD SEMESTERIMED 2409 Internet Commerce....................... 4ITNW 2435 Network Troubleshootingand Support.................................. 4ITSE 1431 Introduction to VisualBasic Programming...................... 4ITSE 2402 Intermediate Web Programming... 4FOURTH SEMESTERMATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematicsor MATH 1414.............................. 3ITSC 1407 UNIX Operating System I............. 4IMED 2459 Interactive Web Elements............ 4ITSE 2286 Internship-ComputerProgramming................................ 2Total Credit Hours:........ 69Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementBusiness and Technology121

Computer AidedDrafting and DesignSpecialization:Architectural DraftingThe Architectural Drafting degree is designedto assist students in preparing architecturaland structural construction documents, suchas: residential projects, schools, office spaces,and commercial/industrial buildings. In addition,the students develop skills in the production ofpresentational free-hand drawings, working/studymodels, and various computer generated graphics.These means allow students to utilize specializedCAD software in solving design challenges bothtechnically and graphically.Specialization: Civil DraftingA Civil Drafting prepares a student in producingdrawings related to the civil engineering profession.Such drawings can include: Topographical Maps,Property Boundary Maps & Surveys, Utility DesignMaps (water distribution and sanitary sewercollection), Drainage Plans, and Grading Plans.These drawings/plans play an important role inthe preparation of a site for the construction ofhighways, roads, bridges, buildings, parks, lakes,homes, and many other developments.Specialization:Design and Technical GraphicsStudents with a Digital Imaging degree are trainedto create, manipulate, or enhance computerizedimages. The technician will prepare the imagingneeds for architects, engineers, contractors, andpublication agencies. These images may beapplied in every day marketing, communication,and design production. Students can utilizetheir skills not only for the creation of technicaldocuments but also for the creation of computerrenderings and animations, digital photographsand video for presentation purposes.Specialization:Geographic Information SystemsA Geographic Information System (GIS) degreeprepares a student to combine layers of informationabout a geographic location to create a “smart”map. The layers of information depend on thepurpose, for example: finding the best location fora new store, projecting environmental changes,detecting crime patterns, analyzing emergencyresponse routes. At the completion of this program,the training will provide the appropriate skillsfor employment in an entry-level position withnational, state, and local government agencies,as well in the private sector. Prior to completionof the Associate of Applied Science program, thestudent is expected to have completed 320 hoursof an external learning experience.ADVISORY COMMITTEESARCHITECTURAL DRAFTINGEfrain Silva, Job Captain, MILNET Architectural Services,Jose Salas, Project Manager, Rike-Ogden-Figueroa- AlexArchitects, Inc., Laura Warren, AIA-Principal, Warren GroupArchitects Inc., Amanda Gomez, Project Manager, WarrenGroup Architects Inc., Lorenzo Moreno, CADD Technician,PGA Studios, Marlene Bravo, CADD Technician, Rike-Ogden-Figueroa-Allex Architects, Mayra Barrera, CADDTechnician, I_DEO Group, Andres Mata, Project Manager,Negrete & Kolar Architects, Gilbert Zuniga, Project Manager,Eddie Vela Architecture, Rudy Molina, AIA Principal, MILNETArchitectural Services, Hugo Avila, P.E. Engineer, McAllenISD, Ruben Escobar, AIA Principal, Diseno, Inc.; OscarLopez, P.E. Engineer, Lopez Engineering Group, SteveMcGarraugh, Architect/Project Manager,Design and Technical GraphicsLorenzo Moreno, CADD Technician, Enriquez Enterprise,Pedro Ayala, Principal, PGA Studios, Maria Martinez, PublicRelations, South Texas College, Ramon Villalobos, GraphicsTechnician, MILNET Architectural Services, Jose Salas,Project Manager, Rike-Ogden-Figueroa-Allex Architecs,Inc., Jose Sanchez, CATE Counselor, La Joya ISD, RudyMolina, AIA Principal, MILNET Architectural Services,Giovani Pena, Graphic Designer, Render Solutions, JorgeAguilar, Freelance Graphic Design, 3Detek, Erik Diaz, Assoc.Professor, UTB-TSCCIVIL DRAFTING & GISJoanna Sanchez, GIS Coordinator, City of McAllen, JoseAcevedo, CADD Technician, HALFF & Associates, DavidFlores, GIS Coordinator, City of Pharr, Ruben Chapa,P.E. Engineer, Melden & Hunt Inc., Marbel Chio, CADDTechnician, City of McAllen, David Bartle, GIS Consultant,La Playa Mapping, Hector Guajardo, CADD Technician, JESaenz Engineering, Manuel Villalpando, Teacher, MissionCISD, Raul Leos, GIS Tech, City of McAllen, Sergio Castro,9-1-1 Assistant Director, LRGV Development Council, StevenTice, 9-1-1 Assistant Director, LRGV Development Council,Juan Gomez, 9-1-1 Director, LRGV Development Council122Business and Technology

ARCHITECTURALDRAFTINGCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursTECM 1303 Technical Mathematics................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3DFTG 1305 Technical Drafting......................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting.... 3DFTG 1315 Architectural Blueprint Readingand Sketching.............................. 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication .................... 3ARCE 1321 Architectural Illustration................ 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting.............................. 3DFTG 1317 Architectural Drafting-Residential................................... 3DFTG 2328 Architectural Drafting-Commercial.................................. 3THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)DFTG 2338 Final Project-AdvancedDrafting......................................... 3ARCE 1352 Structural Drafting........................ 3ARCE 2352 Mechanical Electrical Systems..... 3Total Credit Hours: ....... 39CIVIL DRAFTINGCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursTECM 1303 Technical Mathematics................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3DFTG 1305 Technical Drafting......................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting.... 3DFTG 1371 Introduction to theCivil Drafting Profession............... 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication..................... 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-AidedDrafting......................................... 3SRVY 1313 Plane Surveying........................... 3DFTG 2321 Topographical Drafting ................ 3SRVY 1315 Surveying Calculations I............... 3THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)Program Elective**....................... 3GISC 1311 Introduction to GIS....................... 3DFTG 2330 Civil Drafting................................. 3SRVY 1380 CAPSTONE: CooperativeEducation..................................... 3Total Credit Hours: ....... 42**PROGRAM ELECTIVESSRVY 1341 Land Surveying............................ 3SRVY 1349 Surveying Calculations II.............. 3DFTG 2328 Architectural Drafting-Commercial.................................. 3Business and Technology123

DESIGN ANDTECHNICALGRAPHICSCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursTECM 1303 Technical Mathematics................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I........................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting.... 3ARTC 1321 Illustration Techniques I ............... 3SECOND SEMESTERARTC 1317 Design Communication I ............. 3ARCE 1321 Architectural Illustration................ 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-AidedDrafting......................................... 3DFTG 1317 Architectural Drafting-Residential................................... 3ARTC 1353 Computer Illustration ................... 3THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)POFT 2312 Business Correspondence &Communication............................ 3ARTC 2347 Design Communication II............. 3ARTS 1311 Design I......................................... 3GRPH 1380 CO-OP Digital Imaging Design..... 3Total Credit Hours:........ 42GEOGRAPHICINFORMATIONSYSTEMSCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursGISC 1311 Introduction to GIS....................... 3TECM 1303 Technical Mathematics................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications orITSC 1409................................. 3-4GISC 1321 Introduction to Raster-Based GIS.................................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-AidedDrafting......................................... 3SECOND SEMESTERPOFT 2312 Business Correspondenceand Communication..................... 3GISC 2320 Intermediate GIS.......................... 3GISC 1301 Cartography & Geography inGIS and GPS............................... 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-AidedDrafting......................................... 3ITSE 2409 Database Programming................ 4THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)Program Elective**............................ 3GISC 2404 GIS Systems Design withVector Analysis.................................. 4GISC 1364 CAPSTONE: GIS Practicum........ 3Total Credit Hours:... 41-42**PROGRAM ELECTIVESSRVY 1315 Surveying Calculations I............... 3GISC 2311 GIS Applications........................... 3DFTG 2321 Topographical Drafting.................. 3DFTG 2340 Solid Modeling/Design.................. 3124Business and Technology

Computer Aided Drafting and DesignSpecialization:ARCHITECTURALdraftingASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursMATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3DFTG 1305 Technical Drafting......................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting.... 3DFTG 1315 Architectural Blueprint Readingand Sketching.............................. 3SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ARCE 1321 Architectural Illustration................ 3DFTG 2328 Architectural Drafting-Commercial.................................. 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting.............................. 3DFTG 1317 Architectural Drafting-Residential................................... 3THIRD SEMESTERDFTG 2321 Topographical Drafting ................ 3ARCE 1352 Structural Drafting........................ 3ARCE 1303 Architectural Materials &Methods of Construction.............. 3DFTG 2300 Intermediate ArchitecturalDrafting-Residential...................... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychologyor SOCI 1301............................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERDFTG 1372 Final Presentation/PortfolioDevelopment................................ 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3DFTG 2338 Final Project-Advanced Drafting.. 3DFTG 2340 Solid Modeling/Design................. 3ARCE 2352 Mechanical andElectrical Systems........................ 3FIFTH SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3Program Elective**....................... 3DFTG 1380 CAPSTONE: CooperativeEducation..................................... 3Total Credit Hours:........ 70**PROGRAM ELECTIVESCNBT 1346 Construction Estimating I............. 3ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I........................... 3GISC 1311 Introduction to GIS....................... 3Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementComputer Aided Drafting and DesignSpecialization:CIVIL draftingASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursMATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3DFTG 1305 Technical Drafting......................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting.... 3DFTG 1371 Introduction to the CivilDrafting Profession....................... 3SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting.............................. 3SRVY 1313 Plane Surveying........................... 3DFTG 2321 Topographical Drafting................. 3SRVY 1315 Surveying Calculations I............... 3THIRD SEMESTERSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3SRVY 1341 Land Surveying ........................... 3DFTG 2330 Civil Drafting................................. 3GISC 1311 Introduction to GIS....................... 3Program Elective**....................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERPSYC 2301 General Psychologyor SOCI 1301............................... 3DFTG 2328 Architectural Drafting -Commercial.................................. 3SRVY 2309 Computer-Aided Mapping............ 3SRVY 1342 Global Positioning SystemTechniques forSurvey/Mapping........................... 3Humanities Elective...................... 3FIFTH SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)DFTG 2332 Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting.............................. 3SRVY 2380 Cooperative Education-Survey Drafting............................ 3Program Elective**....................... 3Total Credit Hours:........ 70**PROGRAM ELECTIVESSRVY 2313 Control Surveying......................... 3DFTG 1317 Architectural Drafting-Residential................................... 3SRVY 2339 Engineering Design Surveying..... 3SRVY 1349 Surveying Calculations II.............. 3Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 hours GeneralEducation RequirementBusiness and Technology125

Computer Aided Drafting and DesignSpecialization:DESIGN ANDTECHNICALGRAPHICSASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I........................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-AidedDrafting......................................... 3ARTC 1321 Illustration Techniques I ............... 3SECOND SEMESTER-SpringMATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4ARTC 1317 Design Communication I.............. 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting.............................. 3DFTG 1317 Architectural Drafting-Residential................................... 3ARCE 1321 Architectural Illustration................ 3THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)ARTC 2347 Design Communication II............. 3ARTC 1353 Computer Illustration.................... 3PHTC 2331 Architectural Photography............ 3DFTG 2340 Solid Modeling/Design................. 3ARTS 1311 Design I........................................ 3FOURTH SEMESTER-FallSPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3ARTC 2340 Computer Illustration II ................ 3ARTV 1351 Digital Video................................. 3DFTG 2300 Intermediate ArchitecturalDrafting-Residential...................... 3IMED 2311 Portfolio Development.................. 3FIFTH SEMESTER-SpringHumanities Elective...................... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychologyor SOCI 1301............................... 3GRPH 2380 CO-OP - Digital Imaging Design.. 3Total Credit Hours: ....... 70Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementComputer Aided Drafting and DesignSpecialization:GEOGRAPHICINFORMATIONSYSTEMSASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursMATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications orITSC 1409................................. 3-4GISC 1311 Introduction to GIS....................... 3GISC 1321 Introduction to Raster-BasedGIS............................................... 3DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting.... 3SECOND SEMESTERGISC 2320 Intermediate GIS......................... 3GISC 2303 Fundamentals of Logisticswith GIS........................................ 3DFTG 2319 Intermediate Computer-AidedDrafting......................................... 3GISC 1301 Cartography & Geography inGIS and GPS............................... 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3THIRD SEMESTERDFTG 2321 Topographical Drafting ................ 3GISC 2311 Geographic InformationSystems (GIS) Applications.......... 3GISC 2359 Web-Served GIS.......................... 3ITSE 1411 Beginning Web PageProgramming................................ 4PSYC 2301 General Psychologyor SOCI 1301............................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERGISC 2404 GIS Design with Vector Analysis... 4ITSE 2409 Database Programming............... 4GISC 2335 Programming for GIS................... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3FIFTH SEMESTERProgram Elective**....................... 3Humanities Elective...................... 3GISC 2364 CAPSTONE: GIS Practicum........ 3Total Credit Hours:... 70-71**PROGRAM ELECTIVESSRVY 1342 GPS Techniques for Surveyingand Mapping................................ 3SRVY 1315 Surveying Calculations I............... 3DFTG 2330 Civil Drafting................................. 3DFTG 2340 Solid Modeling and Design.......... 3Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement126Business and Technology

Commercial CookingCertificateThis certificate prepares students to serve underthe supervision of chefs and other food serviceprofessionals as kitchen support staff andcommercial food preparation workers.Culinary ArtsAssociate of Applied ScienceThe program will prepare students throughlecture and lab courses in culinary arts, nutrition,supervision, a practicum, and general educationcourses. This degree leads to careers inrestaurants, catering, hotels and resorts, andother commercial food services. Graduates takepositions as sous-chefs, professional assistantsto chefs or culinary managers, supervisors offood production and service, stewards, banquetmanagers, purchasing agents, or restaurantsupervisors.ADVISORY COMMITTEEJoe Demarino, Culinary Advisor; Jeffery Sahadi’s, owner,Sahadi’s Foods; Diane Shea, owner, Shea Catering; RussellWalker, General Manager, Macaroni Grill; Elton Musollri,supervisor for Cooking Connection at HEB; Dago Rivera,Food and Beverage Director, The Club at Cimarron; JimmySantiago, executive chef at Cimarron; Daniel Rocha, foodand beverage manager at Embassy Suites; Gloria Sanford,Dietary Director, LegendsCulinary ArtsBusiness and Technology127

COMMERCIALCOOKINGCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCHEF 1305 Sanitation and Safety .................. 3CHEF 1301 Basic Food Preparation................ 3PSTR 1301 Fundamentals of Baking.............. 3BIOL 1322 Nutrition and Diet Therapy.......... 3SECOND SEMESTERRSTO 2307 Catering........................................ 3RSTO 2301 Principles of Foodand Beverage Controls................ 3CHEF 1345 International Cuisine ................... 3CHEF 1264 CAPSTONE: Practicum I............. 2Total Credit Hours:........ 23CULINARY ARTSASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCHEF 1301 Basic Food Preparation................ 3CHEF 1305 Sanitation and Safety .................. 3PSTR 1301 Fundamentals of Baking.............. 3TECM 1303 Technical Mathematicsor MATH 1332.............................. 3ENGL 1301 Composition ................................ 3SECOND SEMESTERCHEF 2301 Intermediate Food Preparation.... 3RSTO 2307 Catering....................................... 3RSTO 2301 Principles of Foodand Beverage Controls................ 3RSTO 1204 Dining Room Service................... 2SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication or SPCH 1321.... 3THIRD SEMESTERCHEF 1345 International Cuisine ................... 3PSTR 2331 Advanced Pastry Shop................. 3BIOL 1322 Nutrition and Diet Therapy........... 3SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting Ior MRKG 1311.............................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3FOURTH SEMESTERCHEF 2331 Advanced Food Preparation ....... 3RSTO 1301 Beverage Management................ 3BUSG 2309 Small BusinessManagement/Entreprenuership ... 3Humanities Elective..................... 3CHEF 2264 CAPSTONE: Practicum II............. 2Total Credit Hours: ....... 61Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement128Business and Technology

Diesel TechnologyDiesel TechnologyCertificate andAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Diesel Technology industry is a rapidlygrowing industry which is requiring a growingnumber of qualified technicians.The Diesel Technology student will acquire theknowledge and skills necessary for the repairof diesel engines, electrical and electroniccontrol systems, hydraulic systems, air brakes,suspension, steering, and transmissions througha combination of lecture and lab work, to includetroubleshooting and diagnostic procedures.ADVISORY COMMITTEEClyde Syester, Service Manager Rush Truck Center; JesusPena, Sale Department, Holt Cat; Rodrigo Martinez, ShopForeman, Rush Truck Center; Ted Ackerman, ServiceManager, Thermo King; Guadalupe Pena, Service Manager,Holt (Trucks); Juan De Luna, Service Manager, PioneerEquipmentBusiness and Technology129

DIESELTECHNOLOGYCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursDEMR 1401 Diesel Shop Safetyand Procedures............................ 4DEMR 1405 Basic Electrical Systems.............. 4DEMR 1410 Diesel Engine Testingand Repair I.................................. 4DEMR 1229 Preventative Maintenance............ 2SECOND SEMESTERAUMT 1345 Automotive Heatingand Air Conditioning..................... 3DEMR 2432 Electronic Controls....................... 4DEMR 1442 Power Train Applications I............ 4DEMR 1416 Basic Hydraulics........................... 4THIRD SEMESTERDEMR 1435 Automatic Power Shift andHydrostatic Transmissions I......... 4DEMR 1417 Basic Brake Systems................... 4DEMR 1230 Steering and Suspension I........... 2DEMR 1303 Basic Driving Skills....................... 3CAPSTONE: Successful completion of a departmentalexit examTotal Credit Hours:........ 42DIESELTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursDEMR 1401 Diesel Shop Safetyand Procedures............................ 4DEMR 1405 Basic Electrical Systems.............. 4DEMR 1410 Diesel Engine Testingand Repair I.................................. 4DEMR 1229 Preventative Maintenance............ 2SECOND SEMESTERAUMT 1345 Automotive Heatingand Air Conditioning..................... 3DEMR 2432 Electronic Controls....................... 4DEMR 1442 Power Train Applications I............ 4DEMR 1416 Basic Hydraulics........................... 4THIRD SEMESTERDEMR 1435 Automatic Power Shift andHydrostatic Transmissions I......... 4DEMR 1417 Basic Brake Systems................... 4DEMR 1230 Steering and Suspension I........... 2DEMR 1303 Basic Driving Skills....................... 3DEMR 1266 CAPSTONE: Practicum................ 2FOURTH SEMESTERSocial/Behavioral SciencesElective......................................... 3Math/Natural Sciences Elective... 4Humanities Elective...................... 3SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communication...... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3Total Credit Hours:........ 60Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement130Business and Technology

Electrician AssistantElectrician AssistantCertificateThe Electrician Assistant Certificate is a rapidlygrowing industry which is requiring a high numberof qualified technicians.This program will prepare the student to install,connect, test, and maintain electrical systems fora variety of purposes, including climate control,security and communications. They also mayinstall and maintain the electrical systems forelectronic controls for machines in business andindustry.Graduates of this program will also gain knowledgein the installation of electrical systems in factories,office buildings, homes and other structures.Graduates will be eligible to take an examinationfor licensing after completion of 8,000 hours offield experience under the direct supervision of aMaster Electrician.ADVISORY COMMITTEEMarcos Hernandez, Master Electrician, La Joya ISD; AdanMagallan, Magallan Inspection Services; Mario Rodriguez,Master Electrician, Mario Electric, Edinburg; RomeroRamirez, Master Electrician, Operating Manager, McclandElectric; Rich Hosea, Operating Manager, Hosco Electric,Harlingen; Oscar Cardenas, Master Electrician, Mission ISDELECTRICIANASSISTANTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursELPT 1411 Basic Electrical Theory ................ 4ELPT 1419 Fundamentals of Electricity I........ 4ELPT 1325 Natural Electrical Code I.............. 3ELPT 1429 Residential Wiring........................ 4SECOND SEMESTERELPT 1420 Fundamentals of Electricity II....... 4ELPT 1445 Commercial Wiring....................... 4ELPT 2325 National Electrical Code II............ 3ELPT 2447 CAPSTONE: Electrical Testingand Maintenance.......................... 4THIRD SEMESTER**Program Elective.................... 3-4Total Credit Hours:... 33-34**Program ElectivesELPT 1457 Industrial WiringELPT 2419 Programmable Logic Controllers IHART 1411 Solar FundamentalsWIND 2359 Wind Power Delivery SystemBusiness and Technology131

Electronic and ComputerMaintenance TechnologyComputer and Internet SpecialistCertificateThis specialization will provide students with thefoundation of knowledge they need to succeed inenvironments that require the use of computersand the Internet. The student will learn entry-levelskills needed to effectively use the latest computerand Internet technology. Graduate will haveknowledge in the areas of technology includingcomputer hardware, software, operating systems,networking, basic word processing applications,presentation media, Internet and electronic mail.Specialization:Computer Maintenance TechnologyCertificate andAssociate of Applied ScienceStudents who graduate from this specializationwill learn the skills necessary to compete in thecomputer maintenance industry. They will learnskills such as computer repair, maintenance,peripheral installation and troubleshooting, aswell as provide hardware and software supportfor users within their organization.Specialization:Computer Support SpecialistCertificate andAssociate of Applied ScienceIn this specialization, students will learncomputer support skills which include repair,maintenance, and support for computer systemsand networks. Students will take courses tolearn how to properly install and troubleshootcomputer systems, software, peripherals, andnetworks as well as provide technical support forusers within their organization.Specialization:Electronics Technology SpecialistCertificateThis specialization covers basic and advancedelectronics to prepare students with the handsontraining they need to work in the electronicsindustry. Graduates may find employment in occupationsrequiring electronics troubleshootingsuch as bench technicians in service centers,performing repairs for office equipment andother electronic related companies.Mechatronics Technology SpecialistCertificateThis specialization is a blend of mechanics andelectronics. Mechatronics implements techniquesin precision mechanical engineering, controlstheory, computer maintenance and electronicstechnology. This program will prepare studentswith the hands-on training they need to work inthis industry. Graduates may find employment astechnicians assisting engineers.Specialization:Telecommunication TechnologySpecialistCertificateConvergence is the combination of telecom,data processing and imaging technologies andplacing all of these into one operating platform.It includes traditional telecommunication systemssuch as telephony and broadband and addsnetworking services to be placed on thesetechnologies. Students will take courses inconvergent technology and learn the latesttelecommunication trends which voice, data andimages are combined to deliver many services toend users.ADVISORY COMMITTEEJose Lucio Gonzalez, Systems Specialist, South TexasCollege, Jaime Hinojosa, IT Manager, Elsa State Bank;Eric Rodriguez, Owner, PC Station, Rio Grande City;Maby Rosenbaum, LAN/WAN Engineer, South TexasCollege, McAllen, Rio Grande City; Edi Sanjoto, AdvancedManufacturing Engineering Manager, Alps AutomotiveCompany, McAllen132Business and Technology

NewCOMPUTER ANDINTERNETSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCPMT 1403 Introduction toComputer Technology.................. 4CPMT 1404 Microcomputer SystemsSoftware....................................... 4CPMT 1407 Electronic and ComputerSkills............................................. 4CPMT 1411 Introduction toComputer Maintenance................ 4Total Credit Hours:........ 16COMPUTERMAINTENANCESPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCPMT 1403 Introduction toComputer Technology.................. 4CPMT 1404 Microcomputer SystemsSoftware ...................................... 4CPMT 1411 Introduction toComputer Maintenance ............... 4CPMT 1407 Electronic and ComputerSkills............................................. 4SECOND SEMESTERCPMT 1445 Computer SystemsMaintenance................................. 4CPMT 1447 Computer System Peripherals..... 4CPMT 1449 Computer NetworkingTechnology................................... 4EECT 1440 TelecommunicationsTransmission Media..................... 4CPMT 1166 CAPSTONE: ComputerMaintenance Practicum................ 1Total Credit Hours:........ 33Business and Technology133

COMPUTERSUPPORTSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCPMT 1403 Introduction toComputer Technology.................. 4EECT 1440 TelecommunicationsTransmission Media..................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals ofNetworking Technologies............. 4CPMT 1411 Introduction toComputer Maintenance................ 4SECOND SEMESTER Credit HoursITNW 1454 Implementing andSupporting Servers...................... 4CPMT 1445 Computer SystemsMaintenance................................. 4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4CPMT 1449 Computer NetworkingTechnology................................... 4CPMT 2188 CAPSTONE: Internship-Computer Installation .................. 1ELECTRONICSTECHNOLOGYSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCETT 1403 DC Circuits................................... 4CETT 1425 Digital Fundamentals................... 4CPMT 1407 Electronic and Computer Skills.... 4SECOND SEMESTERCETT 1405 AC Circuits................................... 4CETT 1441 Solid State Circuits....................... 4CETT 1449 Digital Systems ........................... 4THIRD SEMESTERCETT 1457 Linear Integrated Circuits............. 4CETT 2439 Amplifier Analysis......................... 4ELMT 2435 Certified ElectronicsTechnician Training...................... 4CETT 2189 CAPSTONE: Internship................ 1Total Credit Hours:........ 37Total Credit Hours:........ 33134Business and Technology

NewMECHATRONICSSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCPMT 1411 Introduction to ComputerMaintenance................................. 4EECT 1440 TelecommunicationTransmission Media..................... 4CETT 1425 Digital Fundamentals................... 4CPMT 1407 Electronic and ComputerSkills............................................. 4SECOND SEMESTERCETT 1409 DC/AC Circuits............................. 4RBTC 1405 Robotic Fundamentals................. 4CPMT 1404 Microcomputer SystemSoftware....................................... 4CETT 2189 CAPSTONE: Internship................ 1INTC 1457 AC/DC Motor Control................... 4Total Credit Hours:........ 33formerly Convergent Technology SpecialistTelecommunicationTECHNOLOGYSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursITNW 1425 Fundamentals ofNetworking Technologies............. 4CPMT 1403 Introduction to ComputerTechnology................................... 4CPMT 1411 Introduction to ComputerMaintenance................................. 4EECT 1440 TelecommunicationTransmission Media..................... 4SECOND SEMESTERITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4ITNW 1454 Implementing andSupporting Servers...................... 4LOTT 1401 Introduction to Fiber Optics.......... 4EECT 1403 Introduction toTelecommunications..................... 4EECT 2188 CAPSTONE: CommunicationEngineering Technology............... 1Total Credit Hours:........ 33Business and Technology135

Electronic and Computer MaintenanceTechnologySpecialization: ComputerMAINTENANCETECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCPMT 1403 Introduction toComputer Technology.................. 4CPMT 1404 Microcomputer SystemsSoftware....................................... 4CPMT 1411 Introduction toComputer Maintenance................ 4CPMT 1407 Electronic andComputer Sills.............................. 4SECOND SEMESTERCPMT 1445 Computer SystemsMaintenance................................. 4CPMT 1447 Computer System Peripherals..... 4CPMT 1449 Computer NetworkingTechnology................................... 4EECT 1440 TelecommunicationsTransmission Media..................... 4SUMMER SESSIONSocial/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3Humanities Elective...................... 3THIRD SEMESTERCPMT 2433 Computer Integration .................. 4CPMT 2445 Computer SystemTroubleshooting............................ 4CPMT 2449 Advanced ComputerNetworking Technology................ 4FOURTH SEMESTERCPMT 2350 Industry CertificationPreparation................................... 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics......... 3CPMT 2166 CAPSTONE: ComputerMaintenance Practicum................ 1Total Credit Hours:........ 63Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementElectronic and Computer MaintenanceTechnologySpecialization: ComputerSupportSpecialistASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCPMT 1403 Introduction toComputer Technology.................. 4EECT 1440 TelecommunicationsTransmission Media..................... 4ITNW 1425 Fundamentals ofNetworking Technologies............. 4CPMT 1411 Introduction toComputer Maintenance................ 4SECOND SEMESTERITNW 1454 Implementing andSupporting Servers...................... 4CPMT 1445 Computer SystemsMaintenance................................. 4ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4CPMT 1449 Computer NetworkingTechnology................................... 4FIRST YEAR-SUMMERENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics......... 3THIRD SEMESTERCPMT 2445 Computer SystemTroubleshooting............................ 4CPMT 2449 Advanced ComputerNetworking Technology................ 4CPMT 2433 Computer Integration................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERCPMT2437 Microcomputer Interfacing............ 4Humanities Elective...................... 3Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3CPMT 2288 CAPSTONE: InternshipComputer Installation................... 2Total Credit Hours:........ 65Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement136Business and Technology

formerly Convergent Technology SpecialistElectronic and Computer MaintenanceTechnologySpecialization:TELECOMMUNICATIONtechnologySpecialistASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursITNW 1425 Fundamentals of NetworkingTechnologies ............................... 4CPMT 1403 Introduction toComputer Technology.................. 4CPMT 1411 Introduction toComputer Maintenance................ 4EECT 1440 TelecommunicationsTransmission Media..................... 4SECOND SEMESTERITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP............... 4ITNW 1454 Implementing and SupportingServers......................................... 4LOTT 1401 Introduction to Fiber Optics.......... 4EECT 1403 Introduction toTelecommunications..................... 4FIRST YEAR-SUMMER SESSIONENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematicsor MATH 1414........................... 3-4Social/BehavioralSciences Elective......................... 3THIRD SEMESTERITSY 1442 Information Technology Security.. 4EECT 1407 Convergence Technologies.......... 4ITNW 2435 Network Troubleshootingand Support.................................. 4EECT 2435 Telecommunications..................... 4FOURTH SEMESTEREECT 1444 Telecommunications BroadbandSystems....................................... 4EECT 2288 CAPSTONE: CommunicationEngineering Technology............... 2SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3Humanities Elective...................... 3Total Credit Hours:... 69-70Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementBusiness and Technology137

Heating, Ventilation,Air Conditioning andRefrigeration TechnologyHeating, Ventilation,Air Conditioning andRefrigeration TechnologyCertificate andAssociate of Applied ScienceIn the past 60 years, the Heating, Ventilation, AirConditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) field hasexperienced massive technological changes. Ithas gone from the era of the iceman to that of theeducated and highly trained technician.Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning andRefrigeration technicians are primarily trained inthe service, repair, maintenance and installationof heating, cooling and refrigeration equipmentincluding domestic, residential, commercial andindustrial systems.Career preparation requires extensive educationaltraining in refrigeration systems, electricalelectroniccontrols, pneumatic controls, coolingand heating systems, duct design, fabricationand residential and commercial heat gained andloss calculations.Some of the opportunities for employmentin Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning andRefrigeration include: Engineers in sales,application and operating. Technicians in testing,equipment installers, preventive maintenance,service and repair, wholesale and sheet metalspecialist.ADVISORY COMMITTEERodolfo Cantu, Chairperson, RBC Services, Alamo; HectorBecerra, Vice-Chairperson, Hectors Air Conditioning,McAllen; Diamantina Reyna, Secretary, Self-employed,Edinburg; Robert Villarreal, Member, Insco Distributing,McAllen; J.D. Garcia, Member, Insco Distributing, McAllen;Mark Hernandez, Member, Checkmark Refrigeration LLC,Weslaco; Willy G. Gonzalez, Member, Johnstone Supply,Pharr.138Business and Technology

HEATING,VENTILATION,AIR CONDITIONINGANDREFRIGERATIONTECHNOLOGYCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursHART 1401 Basic Electricity for HVAC ........... 4HART 1407 Refrigeration Principles ............... 4HART 1410 HVAC Shop Practicesand Tools...................................... 4SECOND SEMESTERHART 1445 Gas and Electrical Heating........... 4MAIR 1449 Refrigerators, Freezers, andWindow Air Conditioners.............. 4HART 2445 Air Conditioning SystemsDesign.......................................... 4THIRD SEMESTERHART 2431 Advanced Electricity for HVAC..... 4HART 2438 CAPSTONE: Air ConditioningInstallation and Startup................ 4HART 2441 Commercial Air Conditioning........ 4HART 2442 Commercial Refrigeration............. 4Total Credit Hours:........ 40HEATING,VENTILATION,AIR CONDITIONINGANDREFRIGERATIONTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursHART 1401 Basic Electricity for HVAC ........... 4HART 1407 Refrigeration Principles................ 4HART 1410 HVAC Shop Practicesand Tools...................................... 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SECOND SEMESTERHART 1445 Gas and Electrical Heating........... 4MAIR 1449 Refrigerators, Freezers, andWindow Air Conditioners.............. 4HART 2445 Air Conditioning SystemsDesign.......................................... 4MATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4THIRD SEMESTERHART 2431 Advanced Electricity for HVAC..... 4HART 2438 CAPSTONE: Air ConditioningInstallation and Startup................ 4HART 2441 Commercial Air Conditioning........ 4HART 2442 Commercial Refrigeration............. 4FOURTH SEMESTERHART 2443 Industrial Air Conditioning............ 4Humanities Elective...................... 3Social/BehaviorSciences Elective......................... 3SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communications.... 3Total Credit Hours:........ 60Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementBusiness and Technology139

Human ResourcesHuman ResourcesCertificate andAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Human Resources Program will preparestudents for a career in the Human ResourcesIndustry.This program will prepare students to be HumanResources Technicians, Human ResourcesAssistants, Human Resources Specialists, HumanResources Employment Specialists, and HumanResources Benefits Coordinators. The programwill also prepare students to take the PHR exam.Advisory CommitteeYvonne Gonzalez, General Electric (Chairperson); ToddMiller, First National Bank; Matt Foerster, Express Personnel;Adrian Aguilar, Texas Workforce Commission140Business and Technology

HUMANRESOURCESASSISTANTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3BMGT 1391 Business Conduct........................ 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4HRPO 1305 Management and LaborRelations...................................... 3BMGT 1301 Supervision.................................. 3SECOND SEMESTERHRPO 2301 Human ResourceManagement................................ 3BMGT 1305 Communications inManagement................................ 3HRPO 2307 Organizational Behavior............... 3HRPO 2306 Benefits and Compensation......... 3HRPO 2188 Internship-Human ResourceManagement................................ 1Total Credit Hours:........ 29HUMANRESOURCESSPECIALISTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ITSC 1409 Integrated SoftwareApplications I................................ 4HRPO 1306 Basic Mediator Training................ 3BMGT 1301 Supervision.................................. 3ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I.......... 3SECOND SEMESTERBMGT 1349 Spreadsheets............................... 3HRPO 2340 Advanced Word Processing......... 3SPCH 1321 Business and ProfessionalSpeaking...................................... 3HRPO 1305 Management andLabor Relations............................ 3HRPO 2301 Human Resource Management ... 3THIRD SEMESTERACNT 1329 Payroll and BusinessTax Accounting............................. 3Social/Behavioral SciencesElective......................................... 3HRPO 2303 Employment Practices.................. 3HRPO 2307 Organizational Behavior................ 3Mathematics/Natural Sciences-Elective......................................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERACCT 2401 Principles ofFinancial Accounting.................... 4Humanities Elective...................... 3HRPO 2304 Employee Relations...................... 3HRPO 2306 Benefits andCompensation.............................. 3HRPO 2188 Internship-Human ResourceManagement....................... ……..1Total Credit Hours:........ 61Identifies courses to fulfill 15 credit hour GeneralEducation Requirement.Business and Technology141

Manufacturing TechnologyThe Precision Manufacturing Technology programis the first in the State of Texas to earn NIMSaccreditation.The National Institute for Metalworking Skills(NIMS) is the nation’s only ANSI accrediteddeveloper of precision manufacturing skillstandards and competency assessments. NIMScertifies an individual skills against standardsand accredits programs that meet its qualityrequirements. NIMS stakeholders represent over6,000 American companies.The Precision Manufacturing Certificate program,provides an environment to develop technical skillsthat are highly marketable to the area's industries.Most of the courses are set up to stimulate actualworking environments.Technical coursework includes machine toollabs, AutoCAD, CNC, parametric solid modeling,welding and teamwork, Plastic Processes.Specialty coursework includes; CAD/CAM, tooland fixture design, and advanced machine tooling.Advisory CommitteeLuiz Zeledon Karlee ;Julio Guerrero, Tooling Engineer-AlphaXL Mold & Tool; Gerald Stinson, NIMS Manager South TexasCollege; Victor A Hernandez Fabrication Manager EmersonSystems North America (EPS/ESNA); Barrie Goodacre,Engineering Manager-GE Aircraft Engines; Mike Willis,Director of STMA-STMA, Janie Ramos McAllen EconomicDevelopment Corporation; Luis Rodriguez, ProductionManager-Humanetics Inc;. Stew Mckee Windsor Mold FXTechnical coursework begins in the first semesterin order to develop a common skill base for theprogram. During this first semester the studentwill learn how to use computers to read and useindustrial prints, and gain technical skills.Precision ManufacturingTechnology CertificateThis curriculum offers training on a varietymachine tools commonly used in most shops withemphasizes practical machining skills. Classroomanalysis of various jobs and machine operationsincreases the student's capabilities as a machinist.General mathematics and communications skillsare included to prepare students to work withtechnical advances in the machining industry.Students are eligible to take the National Instituteof Metalworking Skills (NIMS) certification exams,which are administered at South Texas College bycertified faculty. Upon completion, this specialtywill allow the student to continue in the PrecisionManufacturing Technology's two-year Associateof Applied Science Degree program or permit thestudent to work in a highly rewarding career fieldin industry.Precision ManufacturingTechnology Associate of AppliedScienceThis is designed to provide students with theopportunity for hands-on experience necessaryfor employment as a technician in the computerenhancedmanufacturing process. Full sizeequipment is utilized. Through the integrationof mathematics, metallurgy, programmablemachinery, shop skills, and computer-assistedmachining techniques, students can acquire thenecessary skills for employment in an industrialenvironment. Graduates are eligible to take theNational Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS)certification exams, which are administered atSouth Texas College by certified faculty.142Business and Technology

PRECISIONMANUFACTURINGTECHNOLOGYCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFALL SEMESTER Credit HoursDFTG 1425 Blueprint Readingand Sketching.............................. 4MCHN 1301 Beginning Machine Shop............. 3MCHN 1438 Basic Machine Shop I ................. 4MCHN 1320 Precision Toolsand Measurement........................ 3SPRING SEMESTERDFTG 1313 Drafting forSpecific Occupations.................... 3MCHN 1452 CAPSTONE: IntermediateMachining I................................... 4DEMR 1301 Shop Safety & Procedures........... 3MCHN 2403 Fundamentals of ComputerNumerical Controlled (CNC)Machine Controls......................... 4Total Credit Hours:........ 28PRECISIONmanufacturingtechnologyASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFALL SEMESTER Credit HoursDFTG 1425 Blueprint Readingand Sketching.............................. 4MCHN 1438 Basic Machine Shop I ................. 4MCHN 1301 Beginning Machine Shop............. 3MCHN 1343 Machine Shop Mathematics......... 3MCHN 1320 Precision Toolsand Measurements...................... 3SPRING SEMESTERDFTG 1313 Drafting for Specific Occupations. 3MCHN 1452 Intermediate Machining I.............. 4DEMR 1301 Shop Safety & Procedures........... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MCHN 2403 Fundamentals of ComputerNumerical Controlled (CNC)Machine Controls......................... 4FALL SEMESTERPLTC 1445 Plastic Processes I....................... 4WLDG 1337 Introduction to Metallurgy forPrecision Manufacturing............... 3MCHN 2341 Advanced Machining I.................. 3Social/BehavioralScience Elective........................... 3Math/Natural Sciences Elective... 4SPRING SEMESTERMCHN 2547 Specialized Tools and Fixtures..... 5Humanities Elective...................... 3Program Elective***...................... 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3MCHN 1326 Introduction to Computer AidedManufacturing (CAM)................... 4SUMMER SESSIONMCHN 2382 CAPSTONE: CooperativeEducation II.................................. 3Total Credit Hours:....... 72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement***PROGRAM ELECTIVES:MCHN 2345 Advanced Machining II................. 3MCHN 1293 Cost Estimating............................ 2PLTC 2346 Plastic Processes II...................... 3DFTG 2402 Machine Drafting.......................... 4QCTC 1303 Quality Control............................. 3MCHN 2344 Computerized NumericalControl Programming................... 3Business and Technology143

ParalegalAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Paralegal Associate of Applied Scienceis a two-year program that prepares men andwomen for entry-level positions as a paralegalworking under the supervision of a lawyer in alaw office, government, corporate or other privatesector legal setting. The program is designed toprovide students with an understanding of theroles and functions of paralegals in law firmsand occupational settings. The program offersinstruction in basic legal principles and skillsapplicable to various legal settings. Studentsdevelop foundational legal knowledge, trainingin analytical thinking, and skills in legal researchand writing.ParalegalPARALEGALASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursPOFT 1319 Records and InformationManagement I.............................. 3SPAN 1311 Beg. Spanish I for SpanishSpeakers or ARTS 1301............... 3POFI 2301 Word Processing ......................... 3LGLA 1307 Introduction to Law andLegal Professions......................... 3POFT 1301 Business English.......................... 3Advisory CommitteeFrederick J. Biel, Atlas & Hall; Luanna Castellano, Gonzalez& Palacios, L.L.P.; Patty Castillo, Paralegal, G. Patrick Collins& Associates; David E. Cazares, Attorney and Counselor atLaw; The Honorable Judge Jesse Contreras, Judge of the449th District Court; Rachel Maldonado, Paralegal, Vidaurri,Lyde, Gault & Quintana; Robert Michelena, CommunityMember; Mary Ellen Stocker, City of McAllen; and AdrianE. Vela, Paralegal, Dale & Klein, LLP.SECOND SEMESTERPOFI 2340 Advanced Word Processing......... 3LGLA 1303 Legal Research............................ 3LGLA 1342 Federal Civil Litigation ................. 3POFT 2312 Business Correspondence andCommunication............................ 3Mathematics/Natural SciencesElective......................................... 4SUMMER SESSION ILGLA 1344 Texas Civil Litigation .................... 3SPCH 1321 Business &Professional Speaking................. 3THIRD SEMESTERENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3LGLA 1353 Wills, Trusts & ProbateAdministration.............................. 3LGLA 2303 Torts & Personal Injury Law......... 3LGLA 2313 Criminal Law and Procedures...... 3LGLA 1305 Legal Writing................................ 3FOURTH SEMESTERLGLA 1355 Family Law................................... 3LGLA 2307 Law Office Management.............. 3LGLA 2311 Business Organizations............... 3LGLA 2309 Real Property............................... 3LGLA 2331 Advanced Legal Researchand Writing................................... 3SUMMER SESSION IIPSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3LGLA 2266 Practicum: Paralegal.................... 2Total Credit Hours: ....... 72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement144Business and Technology

Plumber AssistantPlumber AssistantCertificateThe Plumber Assistant Certificate will preparestudents for careers in Plumbing with skills to workwith materials, tools, and fixtures used in plumbingsystems such as drain, water, and gas distributionfor the purpose of installation and maintaince. Theplumbing knowledge gained from the program willenable students to choose from different careerpaths and become great assets to companies inthe plumbing industry.ADVISORY COMMITTEEJose Tijerina, Master Plumber; Gilberto O. Martinez,Plumbing Inspector City of McAllen; Manuel Anaya,Building Contractor Manuel Anaya Design; Ramiro Ramirez,Plumbing Sales Representative Ferguson Enterprise;PLUMBERASSISTANTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursPFPB 1306 Basic Blueprint Readingfor Plumbers................................. 3PFPB 1413 Introduction to thePlumbing Trade............................ 4PFPB 1323 Plumbing Codes I......................... 3PFPB 1450 Plumbing and PipefittingEquipment and Safety.................. 4SECOND SEMESTERPFPB 1408 Basic Pipefitting Skills.................. 4PFPB 2308 Piping Standards andMaterials.......................…………..3PFPB 2449 Field Measuring, Sketching,and Layout.................................. .4PFPB 2315 CAPSTONE: IntermediateTechnologies for Piping Trades.... 3Total Credit Hours:........ 28Business and Technology145

Combination WeldingCertificateThis three semester program will prepare thestudents for entry level positions with skills in fourwelding processes (Shielded Metal Arc Welding,Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Weldingand Flux Core Arc Welding).Students will perform fillets, lap, corner joint andV-groove welds with backing and open groove inthe Flat, Horizontal, Vertical-up and Overheadpositions.Students will gain knowledge in lay-out andfabrication as well as blueprint reading for thewelders, welding safety and metallurgy.Graduate candidates will be eligible to takea welding performance qualification test inaccordance with American Welding Society, asused in industry.Structural WeldingCertificateThis two semester program will prepare thestudents for entry level positions with skills in fourwelding processes (Shielded Metal Arc Welding,Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Weldingand Flux Core Arc Welding) but does not go intothe advanced welding level (open groove) as doesthe combination certificate.Students will perform fillets, lap, corner and tee'sjoint welds in the Flat, Horizontal, Vertical-up andOverhead positions.Graduate candidates will be eligible to takea welding performance qualification test inaccordance with American Welding Society, asused in industry.Welding146Business and Technology

COMBINATION WELDINGCERTIFICATENew (See Mechatronics Certificate pg. 132)STRUCTURAL WELDINGCERTIFICATETSI EXEMPTFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursWLDG 1323 Welding Safety,Tools and Equipment.................... 3WLDG 1313 Introduction to BlueprintReading for Welders..................... 3WLDG 1428 Introduction to ShieldedMetal Arc Welding (SMAW).......... 4WLDG 1430 Introduction to Gas MetalArc Welding (GMAW)................... 4SECOND SEMESTERWLDG 1457 Intermediate ShieldedMetal Arc Welding (SMAW).......... 4WLDG 1412 Introduction to Flux CoredArc Welding (FCAW).................... 4WLDG 1417 Introduction to Layout andFabrication................................... 4WLDG 1434 Introduction to Gas TungstenArc Welding (GTAW).................... 4THIRD SEMESTERWLDG 2443 CAPSTONE: AdvancedShielded Metal Arc Welding(SMAW)........................................ 4WLDG 2406 Intermediate PipeWelding........................................ 4TSI EXEMPTFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursWLDG 1323 Welding Safety,Tools and Equipment.................... 3WLDG 1313 Introduction to BlueprintReading for Welders..................... 3WLDG 1428 Introduction to ShieldedMetal Arc Welding (SMAW).......... 4WLDG 1430 Introduction to Gas MetalArc Welding (GMAW)................... 4SECOND SEMESTERWLDG 1457 Intermediate ShieldedMetal Arc Welding (SMAW).......... 4WLDG 1412 Introduction to Flux CoredArc Welding (FCAW).................... 4WLDG 1417 Introduction to Layout andFabrication .................................. 4WLDG 1434 Introduction to Gas TungstenArc Welding (GTAW) ................... 4Total Credit Hours:........ 30Total Credit Hours:........ 38Business and Technology147

Division ofLiberal Artsand Social SciencesAmerican Sign Language and Interpreter Studies............1504Trilingual Interpreter (Certificate) .......................................................................................... 1514Specialization: Deaf Support Specialist (Associate of Applied Science) ................................... 1514Specialization: Sign Language Interpreter (Associate of Applied Science) ............................... 152Anthropology.................................................................1534Anthropology, Field of Study (Associate of Arts) .................................................................... 153Child Development.........................................................1544Child DevelopmentSpecialization: Infant and Toddler (Certificate).................................................................. 155Specialization: Pre-school (Certificate)............................................................................. 1554Child Development (Associate of Applied Science)................................................................... 156Communication..............................................................1574Communication, Field of Study (Associate of Arts)..................................................................... 157Criminal Justice.............................................................1584Criminal Justice, Field of Study (Associate of Arts)................................................................. 159Drama...........................................................................1604Drama, Field of Study (Associate of Arts)............................................................................... 160Education......................................................................1614Teaching● EC-6 Generalist (Associate of Arts in Teaching).................................................................. 162● 4-8 Generalist (Associate of Arts in Teaching)..................................................................... 163● Grades 8-12 (Associate of Arts in Teaching)....................................................................... 164English..........................................................................1654English, Field of Study (Associate of Arts).............................................................................. 165Fine Arts........................................................................1664Fine Arts, Field of StudyConcentration: Graphic Arts (Associate of Arts)................................................................. 167Concentration: Music (Associate of Arts)............................................................................ 168Concentration: Visual Arts (Associate of Arts).................................................................... 169History...........................................................................1704History, Field of Study (Associate of Arts)............................................................................... 171Interdisciplinary Studies.................................................1724Interdisciplinary Studies, Field of Study (Associate of Arts).................................................... 172148Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Kinesiology....................................................................1734Kinesiology, Field of Study (Associate of Arts)........................................................................ 174Language and Cultural Studies.......................................1754Language and Cultural Studies, Field of StudyConcentration: American Sign Language (Associate of Arts)............................................. 176Concentration: Bilingual/Bicultural Studies (Associate of Arts)........................................... 177Concentration: Spanish (Associate of Arts)........................................................................ 178Concentration: Spanish/English Translation (Associate of Arts)......................................... 179Mexican-American Studies.............................................1804Mexican-American Studies Field of Study (Associate of Arts)................................................ 180Philosophy.....................................................................1814Philosophy, Field of Study (Associate of Arts) ........................................................................ 181Political Science............................................................1824Political Science, Field of Study (Associate of Arts)................................................................ 182Psychology.....................................................................1834Psychology, Field of Study (Associate of Arts) ....................................................................... 183Social Work...................................................................1844Social Work, Field of Study (Associate of Arts) ...................................................................... 184Sociology.......................................................................1854Sociology, Field of Study (Associate of Arts) .......................................................................... 185http://lass.southtexascollege.edu/Liberal Arts and Social Sciences149

American Sign Languageand Interpreter StudiesTrilingual InterpreterCertificateThe Trilingual Enhanced Certificate was createdto strengthen the skills of an interpreter whois currently utilizing the three languages ofASL, English and spoken Spanish in his or herprofessional work. This certificate was alsodesigned to offer training to interpreters who wouldlike to utilize these three languages or to add totheir existing skills.The Trilingual Enhanced Certificate requires aminimum language proficiency in both AmericanSign Language and Spanish.interested in pursuing an AAS Degree are requiredto consult with department staff before registeringfor any SLNG classes.The Associates of Applied Science Degree, DeafSupport Specialist Option is for individuals seekingemployment as an advocate, job coach, mentorand/or para-professional to Deaf consumers.Successful completion of degree requirementsensures that the student is knowledgeable oflinguistic and cultural aspects pertinent to theDeaf Community. Successful candidates willhave also achieved proficiency in the expressionand comprehension of American Sign Language.Specialization:Sign Language InterpreterAssociate of Applied ScienceThe AAS degree in Sign Language InterpreterSpecialization is comprised of a combination oftechnical and general education courses. Thedegree requires 72 semester hours of designatedcoursework. Students must pass a mid-programevaluation, the State Certification Basic Exam, aswell as a program exit exam in order to completedegree requirements. Students are expectedto maintain a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) inall program coursework. Students interested inpursuing an AAS Degree are required to consultwith department staff before registering for anySLNG classes. The Sign Language Interpreteroption is for individuals seeking employment asan interpreter. An interpreter is one who facilitatescommunication between persons who do not sharethe same language. Interpreting between Deaf andHearing cultures is a process of communicatingspoken English messages into American SignLanguage or Signed English as well as renderingAmerican Sign Language or Signed Englishmessages into spoken English.Advisory CommitteeMembers:Rosemary Linan Landa, Certified Interpreter; Carol Linan,Certified Interpreter; Cristina Y. Ordaz, Certified Interpreter;Chris Ardis, American Sign Language Teacher; Pat Zenor,Deputy Director for Administration for VAIL; Jennifer Powell,Deaf Support Specialist for VAIL; Sergio Saldana, ASLInstructorEx-officio Members:Dr. Ety Bischoff, Dean, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences;Dr. Jerry Zenor, ASL Instructor; Roland Quesada, STCInterpreter; Oscar Hernández, Director of Student LearningOutcomes & Assessment; Robert P. Cantú, Instructor &Program Developer.Specialization:Deaf Support SpecialistAssociate of Applied ScienceThe AAS degree in Deaf Support SpecialistSpecialization is comprised of a combinationof technical and general education courses.The degree requires 72 semester hours ofdesignated coursework. Students must pass amid-program evaluation and a program exit examin order to complete degree requirements. Inaddition, students will acquire social, cultural andeducational foundations necessary for working withDeaf and Hard of Hearing consumers in a varietyof settings. Students are expected to maintaina 2.5 grade point average (GPA) in all programcoursework. The program is designed to providethe student with sign language communicationskills necessary to communicate with a broadcross-section of Deaf consumers. Students150Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

TrilingualInterpreter*CERTIFICATETSI LIABLEThe Trilingual Enhanced Certificate was createdto strengthen the skills of an interpreter who iscurrently utilizing the three languages of ASL,English and spoken Spanish in his/her professionalwork. This certificate is also designed to offertraining to interpreters who would like to utilizethese three languages or to add to their existingskills.The Trilingual Enhanced Certificate requiresminimum language proficiency in both AmericanSign Language and Spanish. The respectivedepartments will administer language placementtests. Please note pre-requisites listed in thecourse description **.FIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSLNG 2370 Trilingual Interpreting I................... 3SLNG 2373 Latino Interpreting Issues.............. 3SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish I(for Trilingual Certificate) **.......... 3SECOND SEMESTERSLNG 2372 Trilingual Interpreting II.................. 3SPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II(for Trilingual Certificate) **.......... 3Total Credit Hours:........ 15*To be eligible for the Enhanced Trilingual InterpreterCertificate, the student must be a State Level I/BasicCertified Interpreter or have completed an accreditedInterpreter Training Program. Students may obtainan Associate of Applied Science Degree without theEnhanced Trilingual Interpreter Certificate.** Span. 2316 & Span. 2317 (Career Spanish I & II forTrilingual Majors) is required before Span. 2311.American Sign Language andInterpreting StudiesSpecialization:Deaf SupportSpecialistASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LIABLEFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3DRAM 1351 Acting I......................................... 3SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communication...... 3SLNG 1304 American SignLanguage (ASL) I......................... 3SLNG 1300 Fundamentals for Deaf SupportSpecialists/Service Providers....... 3SECOND SEMESTERSLNG 1305 American SignLanguage (ASL) II........................ 3SLNG 1311 Fingerspelling & Numbers............ 3BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I............ 4PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3SLNG 1315 Visual/Gestural Communication... 3SUMMER SESSIONSLNG 1344 American Sign Language (ASL) IIIor SGNL 2301.............................. 3PHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics.................... 3SLNG 1347 Deaf Culture................................. 3SLNG 1207 Intra-Lingual Skillsfor Interpreters.............................. 2THIRD SEMESTERSLNG 2187 Internship I................................... 1SLNG 1317 Introduction tothe Deaf Community.................... 3SLNG 1345 American Sign Language (ASL) IVor SGNL 2302.............................. 3SPAN 2316 Career Spanish I(for Deaf Support Specialist)........ 3SLNG 1350 Sign-to-Voice................................ 3FOURTH SEMESTERSLNG 2188 Internship II.................................. 1SLNG 2238 Advanced Visual GesturalCommunication............................ 2SLNG 2303 Transliterating............................... 3SLNG 2434 American SignLanguage (ASL) V........................ 4SPAN 2317 Career Spanish II(for Deaf Support Specialists)...... 3SUMMER SESSIONSLNG 2189 Internship III................................. 1SLNG 2330 Advanced Techniques for DeafSupport Specialist/ServiceProviders ..................................... 3Total Credit Hours:........ 72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourgeneral education requirementLiberal Arts and Social Sciences151

American Sign Language andInterpreting StudiesSpecialization:Sign LANGUAGEINTERPRETERASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LIABLEFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3DRAM 1351 Acting I......................................... 3SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communications.... 3SLNG 1304 American SignLanguage (ASL) I......................... 3SLNG 1321 Introduction to theInterpreting Profession................. 3SECOND SEMESTERSLNG 1305 American SignLanguage (ASL) II........................ 3SLNG 1311 Fingerspelling & Numbers............ 3BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I............ 4PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3SLNG 1315 Visual/Gestural Communication... 3SUMMER SESSIONSLNG 1344 American Sign Language (ASL) IIIor SGNL 2301.............................. 3PHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics.................... 3SLNG 1347 Deaf Culture................................. 3THIRD SEMESTERSLNG 2187 Internship I................................... 1SLNG 2401 Interpreting I................................. 4SLNG 1345 American Sign Language (ASL) IVor SGNL 2302.............................. 3SLNG 2411 Interpreting inSpecialized Settings..................... 4SLNG 1350 Sign-to-Voice................................ 3FOURTH SEMESTERSLNG 2188 Internship II.................................. 1SLNG 2402 Interpreting II................................ 4SLNG 2303 Transliterating .............................. 3SLNG 2434 American SignLanguage (ASL) V........................ 4SUMMER SESSIONSLNG 2189 Internship III................................. 1SLNG 2431 Interpreting III............................... 4Total Credit Hours:........ 72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourgeneral education requirement152Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

AnthropologyAnthropology, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsAnthropology is the study of humankind, from itsbeginnings millions of years ago to the presentday. The most common goal of anthropology isto help us understand who we are, how we cameto be that way--and where we may go in thefuture. Anthropology deals with the mechanismof biological evolution, genetic inheritance,human adaptability, and fossils relating to humanevolution.Anthropologists also study how humans as aspecies have adapted to the changing environment,and study how people have the amazing ability toadapt their surroundings to their own purposes,who can speak, invent, imagine, and dream.Humans create and modify culture. They studydifferent parts of culture, different tribes aroundthe world, and how these tribes/societies developand express culture.Anthropologists work in federal, state and localgovernment, international agencies, healthcarecenters, nonprofit associations, research institutesand marketing firms as research directors, scienceanalysts and program officers.Archaeologists work off-campus in environmentalprojects, human-impact assessment, and resourcemanagement.TSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY15-16 CreditsCourses taken to fulfill field of study requirementsmust not duplicate courses taken to fulfill CoreCurriculum Requirements.Anthropology Concentration:The student is required to take the following fivecourses (15 credits):ANTH 2301 Physical AnthropologyANTH 2302 Introduction to ArcheologyANTH 2351 Cultural AnthropologyHUMA 2323 World CulturesSOCI 1301 Introductory SociologyFree Elective1 Credit MinimumStudents who select a 3 credit Mathematics courseto fulfill the Mathematics component of the CoreCurriculum must take an additional free elective(1 credit minimum) to complete the Field of Study.ANTHROPOLOGYField of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSAnthropologyRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology.................. 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4ANTH 2302 Introduction to Archeology............ 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3HUMA 2323 World Cultures.............................. 3ANTH 2351 Cultural Anthropology................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3*Free Elective-Field ofStudy (if required)......................... 1STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Social SciencesField of Study, the student is required to take 44-45 hours from the STC Core Curriculum listed onpage 83 of the catalog.Field of Study: 15-16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61Liberal Arts and Social Sciences153

Child DevelopmentThe Child Development Department is committedto improving and promoting the quality of servicesand programs for young children and families in thecommunities we serve by educating and trainingindividuals for early childhood professions and bypartnering with childcare businesses and socialservice agencies.Specialization:Infant and ToddlerCertificateThe Infant and Toddler Certificate preparesstudents for entry-level positions in the field ofChild Development. This certificate is designed toprovide instruction and field experience necessaryfor successful care and guidance of young childrenwith emphasis from birth through age three. Thegraduate will know and be able to promote childdevelopment and learning, use developmentallyeffective approaches to connect with childrenand families, and use content knowledge tobuild meaningful curriculum. This certificate alsoprovides students an option to apply for directassessment for the Child Development AssociateCredential (CDA) after taking CDEC 1417 CDA Iand CDEC 2422 CDA II. All students participatingin Field Study courses must have a negative TBtest and no criminal record.Once completed, all credit hours earned underthis certificate plan with the exception of optionalcourses transfer to the Associate of AppliedScience Degree in Child Development.THEA is waived for certificate plans.Child DevelopmentAssociate of Applied ScienceThe curriculum leading to the Associate of AppliedScience Degree in Child Development is designedto provide instruction and field experiencenecessary for successful care and guidanceof young children from birth to eight years ofage. Emphasis is placed on the importance andneed for early childhood education and qualitycare of young children. Graduates will knowand be able to promote child development andlearning, build family and community relationships,observe, document, and assess children, usedevelopmentally effective approaches to connectwith children and families, use content knowledgeto build meaningful curriculum and become aprofessional and advocate of young children.Students will be prepared to find jobs in privatekindergartens and in child care centers such asHead Start programs and preschool programs.This degree meets the No Child Left BehindAct requirements for teacher aides and otherparaprofessionals in public schools.Prior to field site placement, students must have anegative TB test and no criminal record.ADVISORY COMMITTEERaquel Oliva, Chair, Christian Children’s Fund; Nora SilvaMunoz, Assistant Director Hidalgo County Head Start; GloriaVillarreal, Director of TEEMS Head Start; Dana Anthony,Texas Department of Protective and Family Services; Rep.Veronica Gonzales, TX State Representative District 41;Pattie Rosenland, Director of Easter Seals of Rio GrandeValley; Mary Capello, Texas Migrant Council.; Jose Saenz,Director, Mis Angelitos Child Care CenterSpecialization: PreschoolCertificateThe Preschool Certificate prepares studentsfor entry-level positions in the field of ChildDevelopment. This certificate is designed toprovide instruction and field experience necessaryfor successful care and guidance of young childrenwith emphasis from three to five years. Thegraduate will know and be able to o and knowhow to promote child development and learning,use developmentally effective approaches toconnect with children and families, and use contentknowledge to build meaningful curriculum. Thiscertificate also provides students an option to applyfor direct assessment for the Child DevelopmentAssociate Credential (CDA) after taking CDEC1417 CDAI and CDEC 2422 CDAII. All studentsparticipating in Field Study courses must have anegative TB test and no criminal record.Once completed, all credit hours earned underthis certificate plan with the exception of optionalcourses transfer to the Associate of AppliedScience Degree in Child Development.THEA is waived for certificate plans.154Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Child DevelopmentSpecialization:INFANT ANDTODDLERCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCDEC 1319 Child Guidance............................. 3TECA 1311 Educating Young Children............ 3CDEC 1356 Emergent Literacyfor Early Child............................... 3**CDEC 1417 Child Development AssociateTraining I ..................................... 4*CDEC 1166 Field Study I.................................. 1CDEC 2304 Child Abuse and Neglect............... 3SECOND SEMESTERTECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child......... 3CDEC 1321 The Infant & Toddler..................... 3CDEC 2326 Administration of Programsfor Children I................................. 3**CDEC 2422 Child Development AssociateTraining II..................................... 4*CDEC 1167 CAPSTONE: Field Study II........... 1CDEC 1358 Creative Arts forEarly Childhood............................ 3Total Credit Hours:... 26-34* By arrangement, all Field Study will be conducted at apre-approved site.**Optional courses for student pursuing the CDACredentialChild DevelopmentSpecialization:PRESCHOOLCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCDEC 1319 Child Guidance............................. 3TECA 1311 Educating Young Children............ 3CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needsor CDEC 2340.............................. 3CDEC 1356 Emergent Literacy forEarly Childhood............................ 3**CDEC 1417 Child Development AssociateTraining I...................................... 4*CDEC 1166 Capstone: Field Study I................ 3SECOND SEMESTERCDEC 1313 Curriculum Resources forEarly Childhood Programs .......... 3TECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child......... 3CDEC 2326 Administration of Programsfor Children I................................. 3**CDEC 2422 Child Development AssociateTraining II..................................... 4CDEC 2307 Math and Science forEarly Childhood............................ 3*CDEC 2166 CAPSTONE: Field Study III.......... 1Total Credit Hours:... 26-34* By arrangement, all Field Study will be conducted at apre-approved site.** Optional courses for students pursuing the CDAcredential.Liberal Arts and Social Sciences155

CHILDDEVELOPMENTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursTECA 1354 Child Growth and Development... 3TECA 1311 Educating Young Children............ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3CDEC 1166 Field Study I**.............................. 1SECOND SEMESTERTECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child......... 3TECA 1303 Family, School, and Community... 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3EDUC 1325 Principles and Practices ofMulti-Cultural Education............... 3Math/Natural Science Elective..... 3CDEC 1167 Field Study II**............................. 1THIRD SEMESTERCDEC 1319 Child Guidance ............................ 3CDEC 1356 Emergent Literacy forEarly Childhood............................ 3CDEC 2307 Math and Science forEarly Childhood............................ 3CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needsor CDEC 2340 ............................. 3CDEC 2166 Field Study III**............................ 1FOURTH SEMESTERCDEC 1321 The Infant and Toddler................. 3CDEC 1358 Creative Arts forEarly Childhood............................ 3CDEC 1313 Curriculum Resources forEarly Childhood Program ............ 3CDEC 2326 Administration of Programsfor Children I................................. 3Humanities Elective...................... 3CDEC 2167 CAPSTONE: Field Study IV**...... 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 61Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement**By arrangement, all Field Study will be conducted ata pre-approved site.156Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

CommunicationCommunication, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associate of Arts degree in Communicationwith a speech concentration is a focused programof study which provides a strong foundation inundergraduate interpersonal interaction, groupcommunication, argument and debate, as well asin public speaking skills.Classes prepare students for transfer to fouryearinstitutions and entry into careers in whicheffective communication skills are important,such as teaching, public relations, business,mass communication, and law. Some variation inrequirements may exist at a particular four-yearcollege or university; therefore it is essential thatstudents also refer to the catalog of the prospectivetransfer institution and consult a counselor.COMMUNICATIONField of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSThe program is intended to help instill a sense ofcompetence and clarity in applying professionalcommunication skills. The development of strongcommunication skills will encourage confidenceand professionalism in all communicationsituations.TSI LIABLEFIELD OF STUDYCourses of Study18 CreditsSPCH 1315 Public SpeakingSPCH 1318 Interpersonal CommunicationSPCH 1321 Business andProfessional SpeakingSPCH 2301 Introduction to Technologyand Human Communication orSPCH 2333 Discussion and Small .Group CommunicationSPCH 2335 Argument and DebateSPCH 2289 Academic CooperativeKinesiology Elective (1 Credit)CommunicationRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3*SPCH 1311 Intro. to Speech Communication.. 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications(or COSC 1336)........................... 3SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1302 Composition II & Rhetoric ........... 3*SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communication ..... 3HIST 1302 United States History II................ 3Social & Behavioral SciencesElective-Core Curriculum............. 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I................ 3*SPCH 1315 Public Speaking ........................... 3*SPCH 2301 Introduction to Technology andHuman Communicationor *SPCH 2333............................ 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3*SPCH 1321 Business &Professional Speaking................. 3*SPCH 2335 Argument & Debate...................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4*SPCH 2289 Academic Cooperative................. 2*Kinesiology Elective.................... 1*Field of Study CoursesSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 credit hoursfrom the STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83in the STC 2010-2011 Catalog. These coursesmust not duplicate courses taken to fulfill field ofstudy requirements.Speech Communication majors must take Speech1311-Introduction to Speech Communication tofulfill the Speech component of the core curriculum.Field of Study: 18STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 62-63Liberal Arts and Social Sciences157

Criminal JusticeCriminal Justice, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe need for college-level training in the fieldof Criminal Justice has grown dramatically. Lawenforcement, correctional, probation and paroleagencies have recognized the value of collegetraining for their employees.Criminal Justice careers can encompass a varietyof jobs. The employment possibilities within thetraditional police courts and corrections areasare being expanded with opportunities in privatebusiness. From police officers to private detectives,youth care workers to security guards, thesepeople help our society run smoothly and withinthe realms of the law.Graduates of a criminal justice program findemployment opportunities in law enforcement atthe federal, state and local level, adult and juvenilecorrectional facilities, community correctionalprograms, child advocacy, juvenile agencies,victim advocacy, protective services and otherservice agencies.After completion of the Criminal Justice AssociateDegree program, students may transfer to afour-year institution or they will have the basicknowledge to enter any public safety agencyat the federal, state, and local level, as well asagencies in the private sector of insurance andsecurity technology.158Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

CRIMINAL JUSTICEField of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY15-16 creditsThe student is required to take the following 5courses (15 credit hours):*CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice*CRIJ 1306 Court Systems and Practices*CRIJ 2313 Correctional Systemsand Practices*CRIJ 2328 Police Systems and Practices*CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals of Criminal LawFree Elective1 Credit MinimumStudents who select a 3 credit Mathematics courseto fulfill the Mathematics component of the CoreCurriculum must take an additional free elective(1 credit minimum) to complete the Field of Study.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 inthe catalog. Criminal Justice majors must takeSOCI 1301-Introductory Sociology to fulfill toSocial/Behavioral Science component of the CoreCurriculum.Field of Study: 15-16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61Criminal JusticeRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3Speech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3*Criminal Justice Elective-Field of Study............................... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3*Criminal Justice Elective-Field of Study............................... 3THIRD SEMESTERMathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3*Criminal Justice Elective-Field of Study............................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3*Criminal Justice Elective-Field of Study............................... 3*Criminal Justice Elective-Field of Study............................... 3*Free Elective-Field ofStudy (If required)........................ 1*Courses to be chosen from Field of StudyLiberal Arts and Social Sciences159

DramaDrama, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe program is intended to enable studentsto develop the necessary academic, technicaland analytical skills that will provide themwith a measurable foundation in the basics ofsound theater practices. This degree is usefulto an individual seeking employment in theentertainment and media industries. As with anyliberal arts degree, salaries vary according to thefield chosen by the degree holder.With an Associate of Arts degree in Dramafrom STC, students will have attained the preprofessionalfoundation skills necessary tocompete for beginning positions as techniciansand/or performers.In addition to career options in the field of Drama,students with AA-Drama degrees may also chooseto pursue advanced degrees in related fields suchas television, film, radio, industrial presentations,arts management, and public relations.Students who desire a career as Drama educatorsand who earn a Bachelor’s degree in thisfield would be eligible for employment in mostpublic school districts, providing they obtain thenecessary teaching certification. Students whoearn a BA or BFA degree in Drama can also expectto be marketable in the business or corporate worldin areas requiring a combination of verbal, visualand leadership skills. The AA and BA/BFA degreesalso serve as the foundation for specialized studiesin Drama such as Scene & Lighting Design,Costume Design, Technical Direction, Playwriting,Directing, Performance,Arts Management andDramaturgy. Completion of the MA/MFA and Ph.D.coursework would make the graduates eligible forteaching positions at colleges and universities.DRAMA Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSFIELD OF STUDY17 creditsDRAM 1120 Theater Practicum IDRAM 1121 Theater Practicum IIDRAM 2120 Theater Practicum IIIDRAM 1330 Stagecraft IDRAM 1341 Makeup or DRAM 1342Introduction to CostumeDRAM 1351 Acting IDRAM 2366 Film Appreciation orDRAM 2389-Academic Cooperative(Production Workshop)Dance Elective (2 credits)the STC 2010-2011 catalog. These courses mustnot duplicate courses taken to fulfill field of studyrequirements. Drama majors must take Drama1310-Drama Appreciation to fulfill the Visual andPerforming Arts component of the core curriculum.Field of Study: 17STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 61-62DramaRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER CREDIT HOURSDRAM 1120 Theater Practicum I...................... 1DRAM 1351 Acting I......................................... 3DRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation ..................... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication or SPCH 1318.... 3SECOND SEMESTERDRAM 1121 Theater Practicum II..................... 1DRAM 1330 Stagecraft I................................... 3Social & Behavioral SciencesElective-Core Curriculum............. 3ENGL 1302 Composition II and Rhetoric......... 3HIST 1302 United States History II................ 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications(or COSC 1336)........................... 3THIRD SEMESTERDRAM 2120 Theater Practicum III.................... 1DRAM 1341 Makeup or DRAM 1342Introduction to Costume............... 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4FOURTH SEMESTERDRAM 2366 Film Appreciation (even years) orDRAM 2389 AcademicCooperative/ProductionWorkshop (odd years).................. 3GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Dance Elective............................. 2STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 creditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 credit hoursfrom the STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 in160Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Associate of Arts in Teaching● EC-6 Generalist● 4-8 Generalist● Grades 8-12The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) introducesstudents to the profession of teaching. Studentsmay choose between Elementary, Middle School,and High School Education curricula tracks.All three degrees require a minimum of 60credit hours of coursework including 45 hours ofrecommended courses from the core curriculumand 15-18 hours in the field of study.Also required are the Introduction to the TeachingProfession EDUC 1301 and the Introductionto Special Populations EDUC 2301 courses inwhich students are introduced to the philosophiesand practical knowledge of teaching as well asbeing given the opportunity to participate in fieldobservations of classrooms in local public schooldistricts.The AAT gives students the opportunity to takeup to 61 hours of general education courses atSTC and then transfer into a four-year university’sSchool of Education.This degree meets the “No Child Left Behind”requirements for paraprofessionals and allowsstudents to receive a Substitute TeachingCertificate upon completion of EDUC 1301.EducationLiberal Arts and Social Sciences161

ec-6 generalistASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN TEACHINGTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16 CreditsEDUC 1301 Introduction to theTeaching ProfessionEDUC 2301 Introduction toSpecial PopulationsMATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics IMATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics IIBIOL 1409 General Biology IISTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 of the catalog.These courses must not duplicate courses takento fulfill field of study requirements. The Associateof Arts in Teaching Degree (EC-6, 4-8, EC-12) alsorequires specific courses be taken within the CoreCurriculum in order to meet requirements of areaUniversity Teacher Preparation Programs. Therequired courses are as follows:Natural SciencesPHYS 1415 Physical Science IPHYS 1417 Physical Science II8 creditsThe Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (EC-6,4-8, EC-12) also recommends specific coursesbe taken within the Core Curriculum in order tomeet requirements of area University TeacherPreparation Programs. The recommended coursesare as follows:Humanities3 creditsENGL 2341 Introduction to LiteratureVisual and Performing ArtARTS 1301 Art Appreciation3 creditsSocial and Behavioral Science 3 creditsECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-MacroEC-6 GeneralistRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursEDUC 1301 Introduction to theTeaching Profession..................... 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3PHYS 1415 Physical Science I........................ 4SECOND SEMESTEREDUC 2301 Introduction to SpecialPopulations.................................. 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3MATH 1414 College Algebra or MATH2412 or MATH 2413..................... 4Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3PHYS 1417 Physical Science II....................... 4THIRD SEMESTERHumanities Elective-Core Curriculum (ENGL 2341Recommended)............................ 3BIOL 1409 General Biology II......................... 4GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3MATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics I... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum (ARTS 1301Recommended)............................ 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3MATH 1351 Fundamentals ofMathematics II.............................. 3HIST 1302 United States History II................ 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum(ECON 2301 Recommended)...... 3Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 61162Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

4-8 generalistASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN TEACHINGTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16 CreditsEDUC 1301 Introduction to theTeaching ProfessionEDUC 2301 Introduction toSpecial PopulationsMATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics IMATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics IIBIOL 1409 General Biology IISTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 of the catalog.These courses must not duplicate courses takento fulfill field of study requirements. The Associateof Arts in Teaching Degree (EC-6, 4-8, EC-12)also requires specific courses be taken within theCore Curriculum in order to meet requirements ofarea Teacher Preparation Programs. The requiredcourses are as follows:Natural SciencesPHYS 1415 Physical Science IPHYS 1417 Physical Science II8 creditsThe Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (EC-6,4-8, EC-12) also recommends specific coursesbe taken within the Core Curriculum in order tomeet requirements of area University TeacherPreparation Programs. The recommended coursesare as follows:Humanities3 creditsENGL 2341 Introduction to LiteratureVisual and Performing ArtsARTS 1301 Art Appreciation3 creditsSocial and Behavioral Science 3 creditsECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro4-8 GeneralistRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursEDUC 1301 Introduction to theTeaching Profession..................... 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3PHYS 1415 Physical Science I........................ 4SECOND SEMESTEREDUC 2301 Introduction toSpecial Populations...................... 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3MATH 1414 College Algebra orMATH 2412 or MATH 2413 ......... 4Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3PHYS 1417 Physical Science II....................... 4THIRD SEMESTERHumanities Elective-Core Curriculum (ENGL 2341Recommended)............................ 3BIOL 1409 General Biology II......................... 4GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3MATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics I... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum (ARTS 1301Recommended)............................ 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3MATH 1351 Fundamentals ofMathematics II.............................. 3HIST 1302 United States History II................ 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum(ECON 2301 Recommended) ..... 3Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 61Liberal Arts and Social Sciences163

GRADES 8-12ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN TEACHINGTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY6 CreditsEDUC 1301 Introduction tothe Teaching ProfessionEDUC 2301 Introduction toSpecial PopulationsElectives9 creditsThe student must select 3 electives (9 credits)from their intended content area teaching field/academic discipline.STC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 of the catalog.These courses must not duplicate courses takento fulfill field of study requirements. The Associateof Arts in Teaching Degree, Grades 8-12 alsorequires specific courses be taken within theCore Curriculum in order to meet requirementsof the University of Texas-Pan American TeacherPreparation Program. The required courses areas follows:Natural SciencesPHYS 1415 Physical Science IPHYS 1417 Physical Science IIorBIOL 1408 General Biology IBIOL 1409 General Biology II8 CreditsThe Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (EC-6,4-8, EC-12) also recommends specific coursesbe taken within the Core Curriculum in order tomeet requirements of area University TeacherPreparation Programs. The recommended coursesare as follows:Humanities3 creditsENGL 2341 Introduction to LiteratureVisual and Performing ArtsARTS 1301 Art Appreciation3 creditsSocial and Behavioral Science 3 creditsECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-MacroGrades 8-12Recommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursEDUC 1301 Introduction to theTeaching Profession..................... 3Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum ................................... 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SECOND SEMESTEREDUC 2301 Introduction toSpecial Populations...................... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum (ARTS 1301Recommended)............................ 3HIST 1302 United States History II................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3MATH 1414 College Algebra or MATH 2412or MATH 2413.............................. 4THIRD SEMESTERPHYS 1415 Physical Science I(or BIOL 1408).............................. 4GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum (ENGL 2341Recommended)............................ 3Social & Behavioral SciencesElective-Core Curriculum(ECON 2301 Recommended) ..... 3Content Area Elective-Field of Study............................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERPHYS 1417 Physical Science II(or BIOL 1409).............................. 4GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Content Area Elective-Field of Study............................... 3Content Area Elective-Field of Study............................... 3*Note: Special Education and Physical Education Majorsmust take BIOL 2401-Anatomy & Physiology I in placeof PHYS 1417 Physical Science II or Biology 1409General Biology II.**Note: It is recommended that Bilingual Track Teacherstake SPAN 1311-Beginning Spanish I for SpanishSpeakers-to fulfill the Humanities Elective of the CoreCurriculum.Field of Study: 15STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 60164Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

EnglishEnglish, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe field of study curriculum in English transfersas a block leading to an English minor, Bachelorof Arts in General Studies, or a Bachelor of Arts inEnglish. The flexible structure of this field of studyprovides students an opportunity to explore theirown interest in either Literature or Creative Writing,while also providing a firm foundation towards thecompletion of a minor or major in English.The course load allows students to complete theirminor or major at a four-year institution and havethe required number of courses within a teachingdiscipline (which according to TEA regulationsmust include 24 credit hours in their teachingdiscipline to qualify for a teaching position). With aspecialization in English, students will be uniquelyprepared to succeed in today's competitive jobmarket and will have a variety of employmentopportunities available, including such fields astechnical writing, editing, and teaching, as wellas numerous professions that require effectivecommunication and analytical skills.ENGLISH Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY17 CreditsThe student is required to take a minimum of4 courses (12 credits) from the following list ofcourses:ENGL 2307 Creative Writing IENGL 2308 Creative Writing IIENGL 2311 Technical WritingENGL 2321 British LiteratureENGL 2326 American LiteratureENGL 2331 World LiteratureENGL 2341 Introduction to LiteratureENGL 2342 Studies in Themes and GenresENGL 2351 Mexican-American LiteratureENGL 2389 Academic Cooperative in EnglishForeign LanguageThe student is required to take 1 course (3 credits)of any foreign language course.Academic CapstoneThe student is required to take the followingcourse:ENGL 2289 English Academic CapstoneSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 in thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill the field of study requirements. Withinthe choices of courses in the Core Curriculum thefollowing courses must be taken:Speech3 creditsSPCH 1311 Introduction toSpeech CommunicationVisual and Performing Arts 3 creditsARTS 1301 Music Appreciation ORDRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation ORMUSI 1306 Music AppreciationHumanities3 creditsHUMA1301 Introduction to HumanitiesField of Study: 17STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 61-62EnglishRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SPCH 1311 Introduction toSpeech Communication............... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum………….......... 3-4COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3HIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3HUMA 1301 Introduction to the Humanities I... 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4THIRD SEMESTER*English Elective-Field of Study... 3*English Elective-Field of Study... 3*Foreign Language Elective-Field of Study............................... 3DRAM 1310 Drama Appreciation or ARTS 1301or MUSI 1306............................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4FOURTH SEMESTER*English Elective-Field of Study... 3*English Elective-Field of Study... 3GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3ENGL 2289 English Academic Capstone......... 2*Courses to be chosen from Field of StudyLiberal Arts and Social Sciences165

Fine ArtsGraphic Arts Concentration,Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associate of Arts with a field of study inGraphic Arts Concentration is a focused programof study which provides a strong foundation inundergraduate art skills training and preparesstudents pursing careers in graphic design andother related commercial art fields.Students are also prepared for successful transferto upper division colleges and universities.Music Concentration*,Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associate of Arts with Music Concentration willfocus on establishing a solid music foundation inmusic theory, music literature, applied instrumentallessons and participation in various musicensembles in preparation for the completion ofthe Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree.Visual Arts Concentration,Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associate of Arts with a field of study inFine Arts/Visual Arts Concentration is a focusedprogram of study which provides a strongfoundation in undergraduate art skills trainingand prepares students pursuing art careers foradvanced production of art and successful transferto upper division colleges and universities.Note: All Studio Art courses will satisfy the Visual andPerforming Arts component of the core curriculum atSTC.*If transferring to another college, check with an advisorto see specific program requirements for the Visual Artsrequirement.It is intended for transferability to higher educationinstitutions by the serious music student wishing tocontinue his/her study of music while completingthe core curriculum course work. Music ensemblesare open for participation to the general studentbody.*It is recommended that students planning to pursuea Bachelor’s degree in Music take 3-4 semesters ofensemble and 3-4 semesters of applied music in theirarea.166Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Fine ArtsGRAPHIC ARTS Field of studyASSOCIATE OF ARTSCourses of Study17 CreditsARTS 1316 Drawing I...................................... 3ARTS 1311 Design I........................................ 3ARTS 1317 Drawing II..................................... 3ARTS 2348 Digital Art I.................................... 3ARTS 2356 Photography I*............................. 3ARTS 2289 Academic Cooperative................. 2*NOTE: Additional material costs for paper and printingwill be required in this course and is the responsibility ofthe student to purchase these materials when needed.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 credit hoursfrom the STC Core Curriculum. These coursesmust not duplicate courses taken to fulfill field ofstudy requirements.Graphic Arts majors must take Art Survey I & II tofulfill the Humanities and the Visual & PerformingArts component of the core curriculum.Field of Study: 17STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 61-62Graphic ArtsRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3Speech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History I orHIST 2327.................................... 3ARTS 1316 Drawing I...................................... 3ARTS 1311 Design I........................................ 3SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1302 Composition II - Rhetoric ............. 3HIST 1302 United States History II orHIST 2328.................................... 3Social & Behavioral SciencesElective-Core Curriculum............. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3ARTS 1317 Drawing II..................................... 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4ARTS 1303 Art Survey I (Visual & PerformingArts Core Fulfillment)................... 3ARTS 2348 Digital Art I.................................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4ARTS 1304 Art Survey II (Humanities CoreFulfillment).................................... 3ARTS 2356 Photography I............................... 3ARTS 2289 Academic Cooperative................. 2Total Credit Hours:... 61-62Liberal Arts and Social Sciences167

Fine ArtsMUSIC CONCENTRATION Field of studyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDYMusical Arts FoundationMUSI 1311 Music Theory IMUSI 1312 Music Theory IIMUSI 2311 Music Theory IIIMUSI 2312 Music Theory IV16 Credits12 Credits*Kinesiology ElectiveThe student is required to take one course (1 credithour minimum) of a Kinesiology Elective.**Free Electives3 CreditsThe student is required to take a minimum of 3credit hours from the following list of courses.Students must not duplicate courses taken to meetCore Curriculum Requirements.Piano ClassVoice ClassMUSI 1181 Piano Class I MUSI 1183 Voice Class IMUSI 1182 Piano Class II MUSI 1184 Voice Class IIMUSI 2181 Piano Class III MUSI 2183 Voice Class IIIMUSI 2182 Piano Class IV MUSI 2184 Voice Class IVMUSI 1290 Electronic Music I MUSI 1258 Opera WorkshopMUSI 1291 Electronic Music IIMusic Ensembles Music Theory/LiteratureMUEN 1121 Band Ensemble MUSI 1301 Fundamentals of MusicMUEN 1131 Mariachi Ensemble MUSI 1309 Music Literature IIMUEN 1132 Jazz EnsembleMUEN 1133 Guitar EnsemberMUEN 1141 Choir EnsembleMusic Applied InstrumentsMUAP 1201 Applied Violin I MUAP 1221 Applied Violin IIMUAP 1202 Applied Viola I MUAP 1222 Applied Viola IIMUAP 1203 Applied Cello I MUAP 1223 Applied Cello IIMUAP 1204 Applied Double Bass I MUAP 1224 Applied Double Base IIMUAP 1205 Applied Flute I MUAP 1225 Applied Flute IIMUAP 1206 Applied Clarinet I MUAP 1226 Applied Clarinet IIMUAP 1207 Applied Saxophone I MUAP 1227 Applied Saxophone IIMUAP 1208 Applied Trumpet I MUAP 1228 Applied Trumpet IIMUAP 1209 Applied French Horn I MUAP 1229 Applied French Horn IIMUAP 1210 Applied Trombone I MUAP 1230 Applied Trombone IIMUAP 1211 Applied Baritone I MUAP 1231 Applied Baritone IIMUAP 1212 Applied Oboe I MUAP 1232 Applied Oboe IIMUAP 1213 Applied Bassoon I MUAP 1233 Applied Bassoon IIMUAP 1214 Applied Tuba I MUAP 1234 Applied Tuba IIMUAP 1215 Applied Percussion I MUAP 1235 Applied Percussion IIMUAP 1216 Applied Guitar I MUAP 1236 Applied Guitar IIMUAP 1217 Applied Piano I MUAP 1237 Applied Piano IIMUAP 1218 Applied Voice I MUAP 1238 Applied Voice IIMUAP 2201 Applied Violin III MUAP 2221 Applied Violin IVMUAP 2202 Applied Viola III MUAP 2222 Applied Viola IVMUAP 2203 Applied Cello III MUAP 2223 Applied Cello IVMUAP 2204 Applied Double Bass III MUAP 2224 Applied Double Bass IVMUAP 2205 Applied Flute III MUAP 2225 Applied Flute IVMUAP 2206 Applied Clarinet III MUAP 2226 Applied Clarinet IVMUAP 2207 Applied Saxophone III MUAP 2227 Applied Saxophone IVMUAP 2208 Applied Trumpet III MUAP 2228 Applied Trumpet IVMUAP 2209 Applied French Horn III MUAP 2229 Applied French Horn IVMUAP 2210 Applied Trombone III MUAP 2230 Applied Trombone IVMUAP 2211 Applied Baritone III MUAP 2231 Applied Baritone IVMUAP 2212 Applied Oboe III MUAP 2232 Applied Oboe IVMUAP 2213 Applied Bassoon III MUAP 2233 Applied Bassoon IVMUAP 2214 Applied Tuba III MUAP 2234 Applied Tuba IVMUAP 2215 Applied Percussion III MUAP 2235 Applied Percussion IVMUAP 2216 Applied Guitar III MUAP 2236 Applied Guitar IVMUAP 2217 Applied Piano III MUAP 2237 Applied Piano IVMUAP 2218 Applied Voice III MUAP 2238 Applied Voice IVSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the Field of Study, the student isrequired to take 44-45 hours from the STC CoreCurriculum listed in pages 83 in the catalog. Musicmajors must take MUSI 1306–Music Appreciationin order to satisfy the Visual and Performing Artsrequirement of the Core Curriculum. Music majorsmust also take MUSI 1308-Music Literature I inorder to satisfy the Humanities requirement of theCore Curriculum.Students must not duplicate courses taken to meetfield of study requirements.Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61MusicRecommended Course SequenceFIRST YEAR-FALL SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History I orHIST 2327.................................... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MUSI 1311 Music Theory I.............................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3FIRST YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3MUSI 1312 Music Theory II............................. 3MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation....................... 3SECOND YEAR-FALL SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum ......................... 4MUSI 2311 Music Theory III............................ 3*Kinesiology Elective-Field of Study............................... 1SECOND YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4MUSI 1308 Music Literature I.......................... 3MUSI 2312 Music Theory IV........................... 3**Free Elective-Field of Study...... 3**Courses to be chosen from Field of Study168Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Fine ArtsVISUAL ARTS CONCENTRATION Field of studyASSOCIATE OF ARTSThe Associate of Arts with a field of study Fine ArtsVisual Arts Concentration is a focused programof study which provides a strong foundation inundergraduate art skills training and preparesstudents pursuing art careers for advancedproduction of art and successful transfer to upperdivision colleges and universities.TSI LIABLEFIELD OF STUDY17 CreditsFine Arts Foundation14 creditsARTS 1311 Design IARTS 1312 Design IIARTS 1316 Drawing IARTS 1317 Drawing IIARTS 2289 Academic CooperativeFine Arts Elective3 creditsThe student is required to take a minimum of 3hours from the following list of courses:ARTS 2316 Painting IARTS 2317 Painting IIARTS 2323 Drawing IIIARTS 2324 Drawing IVARTS 2326 Sculpture IARTS 2327 Sculpture IIARTS 2333 Printmaking IARTS 2334 Printmaking IIARTS 2341 Art Metals/Jewelry Design IARTS 2342 Art Metals/Jewelry Design IIARTS 2346 Ceramics IARTS 2347 Ceramics IIARTS 2348 Digital Art IARTS 2349 Digital Art IIARTS 2356 Photography I*ARTS 2357 Photography II**Additional material costs for paper and printing willbe required in this course and is the responsibilityof the student to purchase these materials whenneeded.Visual ArtsRecommended Course SequenceFIRST YEAR-FALL SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3ARTS 1316 Drawing I...................................... 3ARTS 1311 Design I........................................ 3FIRST YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3ARTS 1317 Drawing II..................................... 3SECOND YEAR-FALL SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4ARTS 1312 Design II....................................... 3ARTS 1303 Art Survey I.................................. 3SECOND YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Elective-Field of Study................. 3ARTS 1304 Art Survey II................................. 3ARTS 2289 Academic Cooperative................. 2*Courses to be chosen from Field of StudySTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 in thecatalog. Student must take ARTS 1303-Art SurveyI to fulfill the Visual and Performing Arts Elective.Students must take ARTS 1304-Art Survey II tofulfill the Humanities Elective.Field of Study: 17STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 61-62Liberal Arts and Social Sciences169

History, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associates of Arts degree with a field of studyin History is designated for students planning totransfer to a baccalaureate degree in History orLiberal Arts at four-year institutions.The curriculum includes general academic coursesand electives that enable students who intend tomajor in History to transfer to four-year institutions.Completing a History program can expandopportunities in teaching, museums, archives,government, law school, journalism and otherrelated areas.Instruction in History promotes reading, writing,and critical thinking, as well as developmentof awareness of how the past has shaped thepresent. The History program has a foreignlanguage requirement attached to it that willcomplete most four-year institution requirements.History170Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

History Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LIABLEFIELD OF STUDY18-19 CreditsThe student is required to take the following 6courses (18 credits):Note: HIST 1301 & HIST 1302 must be taken priorto taking HIST 2321 & HIST 2322.HIST 2321 World Civilizations IHIST 2322 World Civilizations IIHIST 2327 Mexican American History IHIST 2328 Mexican American History IIHIST 2381 African American HistoryHIST 2389 Academic Cooperative*Kinesiology ElectiveThe student is required to take one course (1 credithour minimum) of a Kinesiology Elective when a 3credit math course is elected.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 in thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill field of study requirements. Withinthe choices of courses in the Core Curriculum thefollowing courses must be taken in order to meetrequirements of University History programs:Humanities 3 creditsPHIL 2307 Introduction to Socialand Political PhilosophyHistoryRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3HIST 2381 African American History.............. 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History II................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Mathematics Elective-CoreCurriculum................................. 3-4*Kinesiology Elective-Field of Study(if needed).................................... 1PHIL 2307 Introduction to Socialand Political Philosophy............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3HIST 2327 Mexican American History I.......... 3HIST 2321 World Civilizations I...................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4HIST 2301 Texas History................................ 3Social and Behavioral SciencesHIST 2301 Texas HistoryField of Study: 18-19STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 62-643 creditsFOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3HIST 2322 World Civilizations II..................... 3HIST 2328 Mexican American History II......... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4HIST 2389 CAPSTONE: AcademicCooperative.................................. 3Liberal Arts and Social Sciences171

Interdisciplinary StudiesInterdisciplinary Studies,Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associate of Arts Degree field of study inInterdisciplinary Studies provides students witha broad-based education in “college basics” thatpromotes critical thinking skills and allows foran opportunity to make an informed choice ineducational preferences.The program offers transferable field of studyselections in arts and humanities, social sciences,natural sciences, computer applications, andmathematics. This field of study is an excellenttransfer program that can be used towards thesuccessful completion of a Baccalaureate Degreein any field.INTERDISCIPLINARYSTUDIES Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI Liable*FIELD OF STUDY16 CreditsThe student is required to take a minimum of 16credit hours. The 16 credit hours must include aone credit hour Kinesiology activity class. TheField of Study courses must be chosen from two(2) or more AA or AS field of study options listedin the catalog. Substitutions to this degree planwill be accepted if the Transfer Institution acceptsthe substitution(s) as courses that will apply towardthe baccalaureate degree the student intends topursue.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 in thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill the field of study requirements.Interdisciplinary StudiesRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3* Elective-Field of Study............... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History II orHIST 2328.................................... 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3*Elective-Field of Study................ 3*Kinesiology Elective-Field of Study............................... 1THIRD SEMESTERMathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3* Elective-Field of Study............... 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3* Elective-Field of Study............... 3* Elective-Field of Study............... 3*Courses to be chosen from Field of StudyField of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61172Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

KinesiologyThe philosophy of the Kinesiology Programencourages student participation in a variety ofactivities, especially those involving new skills. TheKinesiology Program emphasizes individual sportsand fitness that has carry-over value beyond thestudent’s school years.The department offers a wide variety of academic,distance learning, and physical activity laboratorycourses in the areas of physical educationpedagogy (teaching), fitness, health education,dance, coaching and specialized certificationcourses. Activity courses are designed forbeginners, unless otherwise described.The vast majority of Kinesiology and Health lecturecourses are transferable toward a B.S. degreein Kinesiology and Health at UTPA. Additionally,the department offers a diverse range of physicalactivity laboratory courses (individual and teamsports), which fulfill the required kinesiologyphysical activity credits for a four-year degree andpromotes life-long learning.Many students with a disability participate inphysical education. The Kinesiology Departmentin conjunction with ADA can arrange for an adaptedprogram or advise the student for course selection.Students with disabilities who wish to have thephysical education requirement waived must meetwith the program chair.NOTE: Physical Education Special Activity Feeapproved for the 2010-2011 calendar is $55.00per course.Physical Activities:KINE 1100 Fitness WalkingKINE 1101 Fitness and Motor Development IKINE 1103 Weight Training & Conditioning IKINE 1104 Weight Training & Conditioning IIKINE 1105 Badminton IKINE 1107 Basketball IKINE 1109 Bowling IKINE 1110 Bowling IIKINE 1111 Flag Football IKINE 1113 Golf IKINE 1114 Golf IIKINE 1115 Karate IKINE 1116 Karate IIKINE 1119 Racquetball IKINE 1120 Racquetball IIKINE 1121 Soccer IKINE 1123 Softball IKINE 1125 Swimming IKINE 1126 Swimming IIKINE 1127 Tennis IKINE 1128 Tennis IIKINE 1129 Volleyball IKINE 1131 Yoga & Flexibility TrainingKINE 1132 Self Defense & Personal SafetyKINE 1133 Outdoor Adventure TrainingKINE 1144 Fitness and Wellness IKINE 1149 Team Sports IKINE 1150 Team Sports IIKINE 1210 Aerobic Dance IKINE 1211 Aerobic Dance IIKINE 1251 Beginning ScubaKINE 1252 Advanced ScubaKINE 1253 Lifeguard TrainingKINE 2255 Water Safety InstructorDance:DANC 1210 Tap DanceDANC 1241 Ballet IDANC 1242 Ballet IIDANC 1245 Modern DanceDANC 1247 Jazz DanceDANC 1248 Jazz Dance IIDANC 1253 Spanish Ballet IDANC 2303 Dance AppreciationLecture Courses:KINE 1301 Introduction to KinesiologyKINE 1304 Personal Health & WellnessKINE 1305 Community & Environmental HealthKINE 1306 First Aid & SafetyKINE 1308 Sports Officiating IKINE 1309 Sports Officiating IIKINE 1321 Techniques of Coaching Sports IKINE 1322 Techniques of Coaching Sports IIKINE 1331 Kinesiology for Elementary SchoolKINE 1336 Introduction to RecreationKINE 1346 Drug Use & Abuse in SocietyLiberal Arts and Social Sciences173

KINESIOLOGY Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LIABLEFIELD OF STUDY19-22 CreditsAll students must take the following five courses(10 credit hours):KINE 1125 Swimming IKINE 1301 Introduction to KinesiologyKINE 1306 First Aid and SafetyKINE 1338 Concepts of Physical FitnessCertified Track: Majors planning to pursue teachercertification must take Area 1, 2, 3, and 4 listedbelow for a total of 12 credit hours.Non-Certified Track: Majors not planning to pursueteacher certification must take Area 1, 2 and 4listed below for a total of 9 credit hours.Area 1: Team SportsSelect 3 courses (3 credits) from this area.KINE 1107 Basketball IKINE 1111 Flag Football IKINE 1121 Soccer IKINE 1129 Volleyball IKINE 1123 SoftballArea 2: Individual SportsSelect 3 courses (3 credits) from this area.KINE 1103 Weight Training IKINE 1105 Badminton IKINE 1109 Bowling IKINE 1113 Golf IKINE 1115 Karate IKINE 1119 Racquetball IKINE 1127 Tennis IArea 3: Movements ArtsKINE 1333 Rhythm SkillsArea 4: Outdoor EducationKINE 1336 Introduction to Recreation ActivitiesSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 ofthe catalog.Kinesiology Majors must take BIOL 2401 -Anatomy and Physiology I, and BIOL 2402- Anatomy and Physiology II to fulfill the NaturalSciences component of the Core Curriculum.Field of Study: 19-22STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 63-66KinesiologyRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3KINE 1338 Concepts of Physical Fitness ...... 3*Kinesiology Elective Area 1-Field of Study............................... 1SECOND SEMESTERKINE 1306 First Aid and Safety...................... 3HIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3*Kinesiology Elective Area 2-Field of Study............................... 1THIRD SEMESTERMathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4BIOL 2401 Antatomy & Physiology I ............. 4KINE 1301 Introduction to Kinesiology........... 3KINE 1125 Swimming I................................... 1*Kinesiology Elective Area 4-Field of Study............................... 3*Kinesiology Elective Area 2-Field of Study............................... 1*Kinesiology Elective Area 1-Field of Study............................... 1FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II ............. 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3*Kinesiology Elective Area 2-Field of Study............................... 1*Kinesiology Elective Area 1-Field of Study............................... 1*Kinesiology Elective Area 3-Field of Study-CertifiedTrack Only.................................... 3*Courses to be chosen for Field of Study174Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Language andCultural StudiesLanguage and Cultural Studies,Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsConcentration: American Sign LanguageConcentration: Bilingual/Bicultural StudiesConcentration: SpanishConcentration: Spanish/English TranslationThe Language and Cultural Studies Field of Studyis designed to provide students the opportunity todevelop and enhance their practical communicationskills and cross-cultural understanding that willprovide them the foundational coursework requiredfor careers in languages and cultural studies.Furthermore, the field of study will focus onintegrating language, culture and literature to helpstudents gain an international perspective for livingand working in today’s global society.Students declaring a field of study in Languagesand Cultural Studies may choose courses in oneor more of the following concentrations: Spanish,Bilingual/Bicultural Studies, Spanish/EnglishTranslation and American Sign Language.Liberal Arts and Social Sciences175

Language and Cultural StudiesAmerican Sign LanguageConcentration Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16 CreditsThe student is required to take the following 5courses (15 credits):SGNL 1301 Beginning American SignLanguage ISGNL 1302 Beginning American SignLanguage IISGNL 2301 Intermediate American SignLanguage ISGNL 2302 Intermediate American SignLanguage IIPHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics*Kinesiology ElectiveThe student is required to take one course (1 credithour minimum) of a Kinesiology Elective.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 of thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill the field of study requirements.Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61American Sign LanguageConcentrationRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SGNL 1301 Beginning American SignLanguage I................................... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3SGNL 1302 Beginning American SignLanguage II.................................. 3THIRD SEMESTERMathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3SGNL 2301 Intermediate American SignLanguage I................................... 3*Kinesiology Elective-Field of Study............................... 1FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3SGNL 2302 Intermediate American SignLanguage II.................................. 3PHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics.................... 3176Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Language and Cultural StudiesBILINGUAL/BICULTURAL STUDIESCONCENTRATION Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16-18 CreditsThe student is required to take 2 courses (6-8credits) from the following list. Courses must betaken in the pairs listed below:SPAN 1311 Beginning Spanish Ifor Spanish SpeakersSPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish IIfor Spanish SpeakersorSPAN 1411 Beginning Spanish Ifor Non-Spanish SpeakersSPAN 1412 Beginning Spanish IIfor Non-Spanish SpeakersThe student is required to take the following 2courses (6 credits):SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish ISPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II*Kinesiology ElectiveThe student is required to take one course (1 credithour minimum) of a Kinesiology Elective.**The student is required to take 3 credits fromthe following list:EDUC 1301 Introduction to the TeachingProfessionEDUC 1325 Principles and Practices ofMulticultural EducationMATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics IMATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics IIPHIL 1301 Introduction to PhilosophyPHIL 2303 Introduction to LogicPHIL 2306 Introduction to EthicsPHIL 2307 Introduction to Social andPolitical PhilosophySTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 of thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill the field of study requirements.Field of Study: 16-18STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-63Bilingual/Bicultural StudiesConcentrationRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SPAN 1311 Beginning Spanish I forSpanish Speakersor SPAN 1411............................ 3-4SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3SPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish II forSpanish Speakersor SPAN 1412............................ 3-4THIRD SEMESTERMathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish I................. 3*Kinesiology Elective-Field of Study............................... 1FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3SPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II................ 3**Elective-Field of Study............... 3**Course to be chosen from Field of StudyLiberal Arts and Social Sciences177

Language and Cultural StudiesSpanish Concentration Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16-18 CreditsThe student is required to take 2 courses (6-8credits) from the following list. Courses must betaken in the pairs listed below:SPAN 1311 Beginning Spanish I for SpanishSpeakersSPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish II for SpanishSpeakersorSPAN 1411 Beginning Spanish I forNon-Spanish SpeakersSPAN 1412 Beginning Spanish II forNon-Spanish SpeakersThe student is required to take the following 2courses (6 credits):SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish ISPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II*Kinesiology ElectiveThe student is required to take one course (1 credithour minimum) of a Kinesiology Elective.**The student is required to take 1 course (3credits) from the following list:SPAN 2321 Introduction to Spanish Literature ISPAN 2322 Introduction to Spanish Literature IISPAN 2323 Introduction to Latin AmericanLiteratureSPAN 2324 Spanish CulturePHIL 1301 Introduction to PhilosophyPHIL 2303 Introduction to LogicPHIL 2306 Introduction to EthicsPHIL 2307 Introduction To Social andPolitical PhilosophyHUMA 1301 Introduction to the Humanities IHUMA 2319 American Minority StudiesHUMA 2323 World CulturesEDUC 1301 Introduction to the TeachingProfessionEDUC 1325 Principles & Practices ofMulticultural EducationSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 of thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill the field of study requirements.Spanish ConcentrationRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3Speech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SPAN 1311 Beginning Spanish I forSpanish Speakersor SPAN 1411............................ 3-4SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective -Core Curriculum .......................... 3SPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish II forSpanish Speakersor SPAN 1412............................ 3-4THIRD SEMESTERMathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish I................. 3*Kinesiology Elective-Field of Study............................... 1FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3SPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II................ 3**Elective-Field of Study............... 3**Course to be chosen from Field of StudyField of Study: 16-18STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-63178Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Language and Cultural StudiesSpanish/English TranslationConcentration Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY17 CreditsThe student is required to take the following 5courses: (17 credits):SPAN 1505 Intensive Beginning SpanishSPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish(for translators)SPAN 2316 Career Spanish I (for translators)SPAN 2317 Career Spanish II (for translators)SPAN 2389 Academic Cooperative(for translators)STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 of thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill the field of study requirements.Field of Study: 17STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 61-62Spanish/EnglishTranslation ConcentrationRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3Speech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SPAN 1505 Intensive Beginning Spanish........ 5SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish I(for translators)............................. 3THIRD SEMESTERMathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3SPAN 2316 Career Spanish I (for translators). 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3SPAN 2317 Career Spanish II (for translators).3SPAN 2389 Academic Cooperative(for translators)............................. 3Liberal Arts and Social Sciences179

Mexican-American StudiesMexican-American Studies,Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThis program is intended to both help instill a senseof cultural pride in those Hispanics who take thefield of study, as well as an appreciation for theevolution of Mexican American culture for thosewho do not come from this background.This program provides the historical and culturalcurriculum to install confidence and respect forthe processes that have combined to create themodern Mexican American.MEXICAN-AMERICANSTUDIES Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LIABLEFIELD OF STUDY18 CreditsGOVT 2311 Mexican American PoliticsENGL 2351 Mexican-American LiteratureHIST 1301 United States History I orHIST 1302 United States History IISPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II orSPAN 1312 Beginning Spanish IIfor Spanish SpeakersHUMA 1305 Introduction toMexican American StudiesHUMA 1311 Mexican-American Fine ArtsAppreciationSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 in thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill field of study requirements. Withinthe choices of courses in the Core Curriculum thefollowing courses must be taken in order to meetrequirements of the Mexican-American StudiesProgram:Mexican-American StudiesRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish IIor SPAN 1312***.......................... 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3HIST 2327 Mexican American History I.......... 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3HUMA 1305 Introduction toMexican American Studies........... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 2328 Mexican American History II......... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4PHIL 1301 Introduction to Philosophy............ 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3GOVT 2311 Mexican-American Politics........... 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4HUMA 1311 Mexican-American Fine ArtsAppreciation................................. 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 1302................................ 3ENGL 2351 Mexican-American Literature....... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Speech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3***Please refer to catalog for course prerequisitesHumanities3 creditsPHIL 1301 Introduction to PhilosophyHistory6 creditsHIST 2327 Mexican American History IHIST 2328 Mexican American History IIField of Study: 18STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 62-63180Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

PhilosophyPhilosophy, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associates of Arts degree with a field of studyin Philosophy is designated for students planning totransfer to a baccalaureate degree in Philosophy orLiberal Arts at four-year institutions. The curriculumincludes general academic courses and electivesthat enable students who intend to major or minorin Philosophy to transfer to four-year institutionswith substantial course work completed.Completing a Philosophy program can expandopportunities in teaching, law school, and otherrelated areas while teaching lifetime skillsof analysis and multicultural reasoning. ThePhilosophy program has a foreign languagerequirement attached to it that will complete mostfour-year institution requirements.PHILOSOPHY Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY15-16 CreditsThe student is required to take the following course(3 credits):PHIL 2306 Introduction to EthicsThe student is required to take three of thefollowing Philosophy elective courses (9 credits):PHIL 1304 Introduction to World ReligionsPHIL 1316 History of Religions IPHIL 1317 History of Religions IIPHIL 2303 Introduction to LogicPHIL 2307 Introduction to Socialand Political PhilosophyPHIL 2316 History of Classicaland Modern Philosophy IPHIL 2317 History of Classicaland Modern Philosophy IIPHIL 2318 Contemporary PhilosophyPHIL 2321 Philosophy of ReligionThe student is required to take an additionalPhilosophy elective course from the above list, orone of the following courses (3 credits):ENGL 2321 British LiteratureENGL 2326 American LiteratureENGL 2331 World LiteratureENGL 2341 Introduction to LiteratureENGL 2351 Mexican American Literature*Kinesiology ElectiveThe student is required to take one course (1 credithour minimum) of a Kinesiology Elective when a 3credit math course is elected.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 in thecatalog. These courses must not duplicate coursestaken to fulfill field of study requirements. Withinthe choices of courses in the Core Curriculum thefollowing courses must be taken in order to meetrequirements of University Philosophy programs:Humanities 3 creditsPHIL 1301 Introduction to PhilosophyField of Study: 15-16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61PhilosophyRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3*Kinesiology Elective-Field ofStudy (if needed).......................... 1SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Mathematics Elective -Core Curriculum........................ 3-4PHIL 1301 Introduction to Philosophy............ 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3*Philosophy Elective..................... 3PHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics.................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4*Philosophy Elective..................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3*Philosophy Elective..................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3*Philosophy Elective..................... 3*Courses to be chosen from Field of StudyLiberal Arts and Social Sciences181

Political SciencePolitical Science Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsThe Associate of Arts degree with a field of studyin Political Science is designated for studentsplanning to transfer to a baccalaureate degreeprogram in Political Sciences or related field atfour-year institutions. The curriculum includesgeneral academic courses and electives thatenable students who intend to major in PoliticalScience, Public Affairs, or Public Administrationto transfer to four-year institutions.The Political Science program has a foreignlanguage requirement attached to it that willcomplete most four-year institution requirements.Completing the Political Science can expandopportunities in teaching, law school, and otherrelated areas of public policyPOLITICAL SCIENCEField of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSTSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY15-18 CreditsThe student is required to take the followingcourses (6 credits):GOVT 2304 Introduction to Political ScienceGOVT 2311 Mexican American PoliticsThe student is required to take one course (3-4credits) from the following list:HIST 2321 World Civilizations IHIST 2322 World Civilizations IIPHIL 2303 Introduction to LogicPHIL 2306 Introduction to EthicsECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-MacroPSYC 2317 Statistical Methods in PsychologyMATH 1442 StatisticsThe student is required to take two semesters(6-8 credits) of modern foreign language.STC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 44-45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 in the catalog.These courses must not duplicate courses taken tofulfill field of study requirements. Political Sciencemajors must take MATH 1414-College Algebra,MATH 1442-Statistics, MATH 2412-Precalculusand Trigonometry, or MATH 2413-Calculus I tofulfill the Mathematics component of the CoreCurriculum. Within the choices of courses in theCore Curriculum the following courses must betaken in order to meet requirements of UniversityPolitical Science programs:Humanities3 creditsPHIL 2307 Introduction to Social andPolitical PhilosophyField of Study: 15-18STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 60-63Political ScienceRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3MATH 1414 College Algebra or MATH 1442or MATH 2412 or MATH 2413...... 4GOVT 2302 American Government II ............. 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2304 Introduction to Political Science... 3Elective-Field of Study.............. 3-4GOVT 2311 Mexican American Politics .......... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4*Modern Language Elective-Field of Study............................ 3-4FOURTH SEMESTERPHIL 2307 Introduction to Social &Political Philosophy...................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3*Modern Language Elective-Field of Study............................ 3-4*Courses to be chosen from Field of Study182Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

PsychologyPsychology, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsPsychology is the scientific study of behaviorand mental processes. Some of the manyareas of interest to psychologists includeneuroscience, sensation and perception,memory, cognition, language, intelligence,consciousness, developmental psychology,personality, psychological disorders, groupbehavior, counseling, education, work, andemotions.The Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Psychology isan excellent transfer program since the corecurriculum parallels the first two years of most fouryearpsychology degrees. The Psychology degreeoffers students an opportunity to become familiarwith the different fields of Psychology, which willenable them to make an informed choice on howto continue their careers.Those who are interested in Psychology areinterested in personal growth, counseling andother mental health services, or fields that involveindividual human interaction such as retail,advertising, human services, education, personnelresources, business, service industries, health, thebiological sciences, computer programming, andpublic relations.TSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY15-16 CreditsCourses taken to fulfill field of studyrequirements must not duplicate courses takento fulfill Core Curriculum Requirements.PSYCHOLOGY CONCENTRATION:The student is required to take the following 4courses (12 credits):PSYC 2301 General PsychologyPSYC 2307 Adolescent PsychologyPSYC 2317 Statistical Methods in Psychology..SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology*The student is required to take a minimum of 1course (3 credits) from the following list:ANTH 2301 Physical AnthropologyANTH 2351 Cultural AnthropologyPSYC 2306 Human SexualityPSYC 2314 Lifespan Growth & DevelopmentSOCI 2301 Marriage and the FamilySOCI 1306 Contemporary Social ProblemsFree Elective1 Credit MinimumStudents who select a 3 credit Mathematicscourse to fulfill the Mathematics component ofthe Core Curriculum must take an additional freeelective (1 credit minimum) to complete the Fieldof Study.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Social SciencesField of Study, the student is required to take 44-45 hours from the STC Core Curriculum listedon page 83 of the catalog.Field of Study: 15-16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61PSYCHOLOGY Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Social & Behavioral Science .........Elective-Core Curriculum............. 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2304 Introduction to Political Science... 3Elective-Field of Study................. 3PSYC 2307 Adolescent Psychology................ 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3PSYC 2317 Statistical Methods in Psychology.3*Psychology Elective-Field of Study............................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3*Free Elective-Field of Study(if required)................................... 1*Courses to be chosen from Field of StudyLiberal Arts and Social Sciences183

Social WorkSocial Work, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsSocial workers provide advice, advocacy, andsupport to people with personal and socialproblems. They also help with community andsocial problems.Social work is a profession devoted to helpingpeople function the best they can in theirenvironment. This can mean providing directservices or therapy directly to people, or workingfor change to improve social conditions.The Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Social Sciencesis an excellent transfer program since the corecurriculum parallels the first two years of most fouryearsocial science degrees. After completion ofthis degree, the student will be prepared to work in avariety of public and private social service settings,including programs in schools and hospitals,juvenile detention and residential facilities, crisiscenters, information and referral programs,hospices, employee assistance programs,nursing homes, home health agencies and adultday care centers as well as other organizationsand agencies which offer counseling services tochildren and families, victims of domestic violence,people with disabilities, pregnant teenagers, andmany other special populations.TSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY15-16 CreditsCourses taken to fulfill field of study requirementsmust not duplicate courses taken to fulfill CoreCurriculum Requirements.Social Work Concentration:The student is required to take the following fivecourses (15 credits):SOCW 2361 Introduction to Social WorkSOCW 2362 Social Welfare as a Social InstitutionPSYC 2301 General PsychologySOCI 1301 Introductory SociologyPSCY 2317 Statistical Methods in PsychologyFree Elective1 Credit MinimumStudents who select a 3 credit Mathematics courseto fulfill the Mathematics component of the CoreCurriculum must take an additional free elective(1 credit minimum) to complete the Field of Study.SOCIAL WORK Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4SOCW 2361 Introduction to Social Work.......... 3SOCI 2301 Marriage and the Family.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3PSYC 2317 Statistical Methodsin Psychology............................... 3SOCW 2362 Social Welfare asa Social Institution........................ 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4*Free Elective-Field ofStudy (if required)......................... 1STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Social SciencesField of Study, the student is required to take 44-45 hours from the STC Core Curriculum listed onpage 83 of the catalog. Students in the Social WorkField of Study must take SOCI 2301-Marriage andthe Family to fulfill the Social/Behavioral SciencesElective Option in the Core Curriculum.Field of Study: 15-16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61184Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

SociologySociology, Field of StudyAssociate of ArtsSociology is the study of social life, social change,and the social causes and consequences of humanbehavior. Sociologists investigate the structure ofgroups, organizations, and societies, and howpeople interact within these contexts. Sociologistsstudy how deviance, crime, marriage, family,politics, education, race, gender, and religionaffect individuals.The subject matter of sociology ranges from theintimate family to the hostile mob; from organizedcrime to religious cults; from the divisions of racegender and social class to the shared beliefs of acommon culture; and from the sociology of workto the sociology of sports. In fact, few fields havesuch broad scope and relevance for research,theory and application of knowledge.Sociology is an excellent transfer program.Since the study of Sociology covers the basicstructures of human society with its cultures andstratifications, it is a popular major among thosewho want to enter career fields that addresssocial change and social support such as humanresources, human services, public relations,government agencies and any other institution thatrequires knowledge of social science research.TSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY15-16 CreditsCourses taken to fulfill field of study requirementsmust not duplicate courses taken to fulfill CoreCurriculum Requirements.Sociology Concentration:The student is required to take the following 4courses (12 credits):SOCI 1301 Introductory SociologySOCI 1306 Contemporary Social ProblemsSOCI 2301 Marriage and the FamilyPSYC 2301 General Psychology*The student is required to take a minimum of 1course (3 credits) from the following list:ANTH 2301 Physical AnthropologyANTH 2351 Cultural AnthropologyPSYC 2314 Lifespan Growth & DevelopmentPSYC 2317 Statistical Methods in PsychologyPSYC 2319 Social PsychologySOCI 2319 Minority StudiesFree Elective1 Credit MinimumStudents who select a 3 credit Mathematics courseto fulfill the Mathematics component of the CoreCurriculum must take an additional free elective(1 credit minimum) to complete the Field of Study.STC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Social SciencesField of Study, the student is required to take 44-45 hours from the STC Core Curriculum listed onpage 83 of the catalog.Field of Study: 15-16STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 60-61SOCIOLOGY Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF ARTSRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Mathematics Elective-Core Curriculum........................ 3-4SOCI 1306 Contemporary Social Problems.... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3SOCI 2301 Marriage and the Family.............. 3*Sociology Elective-Field of Study............................... 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3*Free Elective-Field ofStudy (if required)......................... 1*Course to be chosen from the Field of StudyLiberal Arts and Social Sciences185

Division ofMath and ScienceBiology..........................................................................1874Biology, Field of Study (Associate of Science)......................................................................... 187Chemistry......................................................................1884Chemistry, Field of Study (Associate of Science)..................................................................... 188Computer Science..........................................................1894Computer Information Systems, Field of Study (Associate of Science) .................................. 1904Computer Science, Field of Study (Associate of Science) ...................................................... 191Engineering...................................................................1924Engineering, Field of Study (Associate of Science)................................................................ 193Mathematics..................................................................1944Mathematics, Field of Study (Associate of Science) ............................................................... 194Physics..........................................................................1954Physics, Field of Study (Associate of Science)........................................................................ 195Pre-Pharmacy................................................................1964Pre-Pharmacy, Field of Study (Associate of Science).............................................................. 196186http://ms.southtexascollege.edu/Math and Science

BiologyBiology, Field of StudyAssociate of ScienceThe Associate of Science Degree with a field ofstudy in Biology offers students the opportunityto take a core curriculum of general educationcourses with an emphasis in Biology.Many exciting career opportunities are availablein the biological sciences. Students should bear inmind that many of the career areas listed requiretraining beyond the Associate of Science degreeand some will require a post-graduate degree.● Agriculture● Biotechnology● Dentistry● Dietary Research● Environmental● GeneticScienceEngineering● Health Sciences● Marine Science● Medicine● Medical Research● Microbiological Research ● Pharmacology● Physical Therapy● Science Education● Toxicology● Veterinary Science● Wildlife BiologyBIOLOGY Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16 CreditsBIOL 1408 General Biology IBIOL 1409 General Biology IIBIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I ORBIOL 2428 Comparative Vertebrate AnatomyCHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry ISTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 of the catalog.Biology majors must take CHEM 1411-GeneralChemistry I and CHEM 1412-General ChemistryII in order to satisfy the Natural Sciencesrequirements of the core curriculum. Biologymajors must also take MATH 1414-CollegeAlgebra or higher- to fulfill the Mathematicscomponent of the core curriculum.BiologyRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1414 College Algebra or MATH 2412or MATH 2413.............................. 4BIOL 1408 General Biology I.......................... 4CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I..................... 4SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3BIOL 1409 General Biology II......................... 4CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II.................... 4Speech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3THIRD SEMESTERHIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum ............ 3BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology Ior BIOL 2428................................ 4FOURTH SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3CHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry I...................... 4Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 61Math and Science187

ChemistryChemistry, Field of StudyAssociate of ScienceThe Associate of Science degree with a field ofstudy in Chemistry offers students the opportunityto take a core curriculum of general education withan emphasis in Chemistry.Chemistry students have a wide choice of careersin many different scientific and technical fields.The student should bear in mind that many ofthe career areas will require training beyond theAssociate of Science degree and in some casesa post-graduate degree:Career fields available to Chemistry students:● Biochemistry● Chemical Engineering● Civil Engineering● Education, secondary and post-secondary● Environmental Science● Forensic Science● Medical Technology● Mineral Processing● Molecular Biology● Oil Refining● Petroleum Engineering● Pharmacy● Plastics manufacturing● Water TreatmentThis listing closely parallels the first two yearsof education that one would receive at mostuniversities. Upon completion of this sequence,many students transfer to obtain a degree inone of the various chemistry fields. However,students intending to transfer should be aware ofthe transfer institution’s requirements.Entering students, please note completing CollegeAlgebra, Math1414, will satisfy this degree plan.However, since most Chemistry programs willrequire Calculus I, Math 2413, students arestrongly encouraged to also complete Pre-calculusAlgebra and Trigonometry (MATH 2412) beforetransferring. In order for entering students to takeMATH 2412 without first completing Math 1414,they must have a minimum score of 100 on theElementary Algebra ACCUPLACER, or a minimumscore of 75 on the College Level MathematicsACCUPLACER, or a minimum score of 280 onthe Math portion of the THEA exam.CHEMISTRY Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI LIABLEFIELD OF STUDYCHEM 1411 General Chemistry ICHEM 1412 General Chemistry IICHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry ICHEM 2425 Organic Chemistry II16 CreditsSTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 of the catalog.Chemistry majors must take the sequence PHYS1401-College Physics I and PHYS 1402-CollegePhysics II or the sequence BIOL 1408-GeneralBiology I and BIOL 1409-General Biology II in orderto satisfy the Natural Sciences requirement of thecore curriculum. Chemistry majors must also takeMATH 1414-College Algebra or higher to meet theMathematics component of the Core Curriculum.Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 61ChemistryRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3MATH 1414 College Algebra or MATH 2412or MATH 2413.............................. 4CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I..................... 4SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II.................... 4Speech Elective- CoreCurriculum.................................... 3THIRD SEMESTERVisual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3HIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3PHYS 1401 College Physics I or BIOL 1408... 4CHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry I..................... 4FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3PHYS 1402 College Physics II or BIOL 1409.. 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3CHEM 2425 Organic Chemistry II.................... 4188Math and Science

Computer ScienceComputer Information SystemsField of StudyAssociate of ScienceThis program is designed for students who planto specialize in Business Computer Applicationsat a four-year college or university. In addition tocompleting the General Education requirementsas outlined in this catalog, students take businessclasses in accounting, economics and businessprogramming languages which will fulfill theComputer Information Systems degree. Studentswho wish to declare this transfer major should askfor program planning assistance from a ComputerScience program advisor. Transfer institutionsvary in lower division (first two years of college)major department requirements. Meeting the STCAssociate of Science degree requirements doesnot automatically guarantee that all four-yearcolleges will accept each and every course towardtheir degree plan. It is imperative that studentswork closely with STC departmental facultyand the four-year college faculty in determiningtransferability of courses.Computer Science, Field of StudyAssociate of ScienceThis program is designed for students who planto specialize in Computer Software Engineeringand Computer Science at a four-year collegeor university. Students who wish to declare thistransfer major should ask for program planningassistance from a Computer Science programadvisor. Transfer institutions vary in lower division(first two years of college) major departmentrequirements. Meeting the STC Associateof Science degree requirements does notautomatically guarantee that all four-year collegeswill accept each and every course toward theirdegree plan. It is imperative that students workclosely with STC departmental faculty and the fouryearcollege faculty in determining transferabilityof courses.Computer Information SystemsThe Bureau of Labor Statistics estimatesthat through the year 2012, computer-relatedemployment in such areas as Computer SystemsAnalysts, Database Administrators, and Computerand Information Systems Managers will increaseby more than 36 percent nationally. Graduatesof the Computer Science Department are inhigh demand. Companies are struggling to findcompetent talent to fulfill their needs. Somedisciplines under Computer Information Systemsinclude the above mentioned as well as:4Applications Programmers4 Computer Support Specialist4 Information Security Coordinator4 Network and Computer Systems AdministratorsThe Computer Science Department preparesstudents for transfer to a four-year institution wherethey can specialize in such disciplines.Academic AdvisementStudents are assigned to an advisor in thedepartment upon declaring a major in ComputerScience. Students should also consult their advisorfor approval of academic matters such as choice ofelectives, course substitutions, course overloads,and adding and dropping courses.Career OpportunitiesComputer ScienceThe Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates thatthrough the year 2012 some computer-relatedoccupations will be some of the fastest growingoccupations increasing by more than 36 percentnationally. Graduates of the Computer ScienceDepartment are in high demand. Companies arestruggling to find competent technical talent to fulfilltheir needs. Some disciplines under ComputerScience include:4Computer Programmer4Programmer Analyst4 Software Engineers4Computer and Information Scientist4Computer Hardware EngineersMath and Science189

computer information systemsField of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY17 CreditsCOSC 1315 Fundamentals of ProgrammingCOSC 1430 Computer ProgrammingBCIS 1332 Cobol ProgrammingBCIS 2332 Advanced Cobol ProgrammingACCT 2401 Principles of Financial AccountingSTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the Field of Study and the BusinessFoundation hours, the student is required totake 45 hours from the STC Core Curriculumlisted on page 83 in the catalog. ComputerInformation Systems majors must take ECON2301-Principles of Economics I-Macro to fulfill toSocial/Behavioral Science component of the CoreCurriculum. Computer Science majors must takeMATH 1414-College Algebra or higher to fulfill theMathematics component of the Core Curriculum.It is recommended that Computer InformationSystems majors take PHIL 2303-Introduction toLogic to fulfill the Humanities Elective componentof the Core Curriculum.Field of Study: 17STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 62Computer InformationSystemsRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective- CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3MATH 1414 College Algebra or MATH 2412or MATH 2413.............................. 4SECOND SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3ACCT 2401 Principles of FinancialAccounting................................... 4COSC 1315 Fundamentals ofProgramming ............................... 3THIRD SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-MACRO........................................ 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4COSC 1430 Computer Programming .............. 4BCIS 1332 Cobol Programming..................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERVisual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4***Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3BCIS 2332 Advanced Cobol Programming.... 3***Recommended: PHIL 2303-Introduction to Logic190Math and Science

computer science Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16 creditsCOSC 1337 Fundamentals of Programming IICOSC 2336 Fundamentals of Programming IIICOSC 2325 Computer Organizationand Machine LanguageCOSC 2330 Advanced Structured LanguageMATH 2412 Precalculus and Trigonometry ORMATH 2413 Calculus ISTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 of the catalog.Computer Science majors must take MATH1414-College Algebra to fulfill the Mathematicscomponent of the Core Curriculum. Studentsmust also take COSC 1336 to fulfill theComputer Science component of the CoreCurriculum.Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 61Computer ScienceRecommended Course SequenceFIRST YEAR-FALL SEMESTER Credit HoursHIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I....... 3FIRST YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4COSC 1337 Programming Fundamentals II..... 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3SECOND YEAR-FALL SEMESTERSpeech Elective- CoreCurriculum.................................... 3Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3Natural Sciences Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 4COSC 2336 Programming Fundamentals III.... 3MATH 2412 Precalculus and Trigonometry orMATH 2413.................................. 4SECOND YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3COSC 2330 Advanced StructuredLanguages................................... 3COSC 2325 Computer Organizationand Machine Language................ 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3Math and Science191

EngineeringEngineering, Field of StudyAssociate of ScienceThe Associate of Science degree with a fieldof study in Engineering offers students theopportunity to take a core curriculum of generaleducation with an emphasis on Engineering.At the present time, a high percentage of all thetechnical and managerial positions in industryare occupied by engineers. Our engineeringprogram prepares students for transfer to a fouryearinstitution where they can specialize in allengineering disciplines such as:I t i s a l s o r e c o m m e n d e d t h a t s t u d e n t scomplete MATH 2415-Calculus III and MATH2420-Differential Equations before transferringto a four-year program, as these courses areprerequisites for many junior and senior levelengineering courses.You should contact your transferring institutionto check for the transferability of these courses.4Aerospace Engineering4Agriculture Engineering4Bioengineering4Chemical Engineering4Civil Engineering4Computer Science Engineering4Electrical Engineering4Environmental Engineering4Industrial Engineering4Manufacturing Engineering4Mechanical Engineering4Nuclear Engineering4Petroleum Engineering4Radiological Health EngineeringThis listing closely parallels the first two yearsof education that one would receive at mostengineering schools. Upon completion ofthis sequence, many students transfer to anengineering school and obtain a degree in one ofthe various engineering fields. However, studentsintending to transfer should be aware of thetransfer institution’s requirements.It is possible to complete the engineeringsequence in a number of ways and time periods.However, because of sensitive math and physicsprerequisites, the suggested guideline belowshould be closely followed if one hopes to completethe program in a timely manner and to smoothlytransition to a four-year institution.Entering students, please note that the firstsemester suggests Pre-calculus and Trigonometry(MATH 2412). In order for entering students to takeMATH 2412, they must have a minimum score of100 on the Elementary Algebra ACCUPLACER,or a minimum score of 75 on the College LevelMathematics ACCUPLACER, or a minimum scoreof 280 on the Math portion of the THEA exam.Otherwise, it is recommended that students takethe prerequisite College Algebra (MATH 1414)the summer prior to the start of the fall semester.In addition, students with particularly strong mathbackgrounds have the option of taking the CLEPexam for MATH 2412.192Math and Science

ENGINEERING Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI LiableFIELD OF STUDYAll engineering students (17 credits):MATH 2413 Calculus IMATH 2414 Calculus IIENGR 1101 Introduction to EngineeringENGR 1204 Engineering GraphicsENGR 2301 StaticsENGR 2302 Dynamics21 CreditsField of Study Electives (Choose 1):ENGR 2430 Digital Systems Engineering I(Recommended for electrical orcomputer engineering tracks)CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I(Recommended for most otherengineering tracks)STC CORE CURRICULUM 45 creditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 of the catalog.Engineering majors must take PHYS2 4 2 5 - U n i v e r s i t y P h y s i c s I & P H Y S2426-University Physics II to fulfill theNatural Sciences component of the CoreCurriculum. Engineering majors must takeMATH 2412-Precalculus and Trigonometry tofulfill the Mathematics component of the CoreCurriculum. Engineering majors must takeCOSC 1336-Fundamentals of Programming Ito fulfill the Computer Science component ofthe Core Curriculum. Engineering majors arerecommended to take ECON 2301-Principles ofEconomics I to fulfill the Social and BehavioralScience component of the Core Curriculum.Field of Study: 21STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 66EngineeringRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursHIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1306 Fundamentals ofProgramming I.............................. 3MATH 2412 Precalculus andTrigonometry*............................... 4ENGR 1101 Introduction to Engineering ......... 1SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3MATH 2413 Calculus I...................................... 4ENGR 2430 Digital Systems Engineering Ior CHEM 1411.............................. 4ENGR 1204 Engineering Graphics................... 2FIRST YEAR-SUMMERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3PHYS 2425 University Physics I...................... 4THIRD SEMESTERSpeech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3ENGR 2301 Statics.......................................... 3MATH 2414 Calculus II.................................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3ENGR 2302 Dynamics..................................... 3PHYS 2426 University Physics II..................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3MATH 2415 Calculus III (Optional/Recommended)............................ 4SECOND YEAR-SUMMER(Optional/Recommended)MATH 2420 Differential Equations (Optional/Recommended)**......................... 4* Check catalog for course pre-requisites.** Check with transferring institution for transferabilityof this course.Math and Science193

MathematicsMathematics, Field of StudyAssociate of ScienceThe Associate of Science degree with a fieldof study in Mathematics offers students theopportunity to take a core curriculum of generaleducation with an emphasis in Mathematics.Mathematics majors have many potential careeropportunities. They may provide technicalassistance in business, engineering science,medicine and many other fields, such as:4Actuary4Consultant4Operations ResearcherMATHEMATICSField of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI Liable4Statistician4TeacherFIELD OF STUDY20 CreditsThe student is required to take the following 5courses (20 credits):MATH 1442 StatisticsMATH 2412 Precalculus & TrigonometryMATH 2413 Calculus IMATH 2414 Calculus IIMATH 2415 Calculus IIIThe following two courses are optional:MATH 2418 Linear AlgebraMATH 2420 Differential EquationsSTC CORE CURRICULUM 44-45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 44-45 hours fromthe STC Core Curriculum listed on page 83 of thecatalog. Student must take MATH 1324 or MATH1414 to fulfill the Mathematics component of theCore Curriculum.Field of Study: 20STC Core Curriculum: 44-45Total Credit Hours: 64-65MathematicsRecommended Course SequenceFIRST YEAR-FALL SEMESTER Credit HoursHIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3MATH 1414 College Algebraor MATH 1324 .......................... 3-4MATH 1442 Statistics ...................................... 4FIRST YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERSpeech Elective-CoreCurriculum.................................... 3HIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3ENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3MATH 2412 Precalculus andTrigonometry................................ 4FIRST YEAR-SUMMERMATH 2413 Calculus I..................................... 4SECOND YEAR-FALL SEMESTERGOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3Natural Science Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4MATH 2414 Calculus II.................................... 4Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3MATH 2418 Linear Algebra (Optional/Recommended)............................ 4SECOND YEAR-SPRING SEMESTERGOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Natural Science Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3MATH 2415 Calculus III................................... 4MATH 2420 Differential Equations(Optional/ Recommended)........... 4194Math and Science

PhysicsPhysics, Field of StudyAssociate of ScienceThe Associate of Science degree with a field ofstudy in Physics offers students the opportunity totake a core curriculum of general education withan emphasis in Physics.Physics students may select a career in a widerange of scientific and technical fields.The student should bear in mind that most of thesecareer areas require education or training beyondthe Associate of Science degree. Career fieldsavailable to the physics student include:● Astronomy● Biophysics● Chemistry● Computer Science● Elementary or ● Engineering -Secondary Education Civil, Electrical, Industrial● Geophysics● Hydrogeology● Medicine● Meteorology● Patent Law● Physics● SeismologyPHYSICS Field of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI LiableFIELD OF STUDY16 CreditsMATH 2412 Precalculus and TrigonometryMATH 2413 Calculus IPHYS 2425 University Physics IPHYS 2426 University Physics IISTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study, thestudent is required to take 45 hours from the STCCore Curriculum listed on page 83 in the Catalog.Students must take PHYS 1401-CollegePhysics I and PHYS 1402-College Physics IIto fulfill the Natural Sciences component ofthe Core Curriculum. Physics majors mustalso take MATH 1414-College Algebra tofulfill the Mathematics component of the corecurriculum.PhysicsRecommended Course SequenceFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursSpeech Elective- CoreCurriculum.................................... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3COSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3MATH 1414 College Algebra ........................... 4SECOND SEMESTERENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3PHYS 1401 College Physics I.......................... 4MATH 2412 Precalculus andTrigonometry................................ 4Visual & Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum .......................... 3SUMMER SESSIONMATH 2413 Calculus I..................................... 4PHYS 1402 College Physics II......................... 4THIRD SEMESTERHIST 1301 United States History Ior HIST 2327................................ 3GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3PHYS 2425 University Physics I...................... 4Social & Behavioral ScienceElective-Core Curriculum............. 3FOURTH SEMESTERHIST 1302 United States History IIor HIST 2328................................ 3GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Humanities Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3PHYS 2426 University Physics II..................... 4Field of Study: 16STC Core Curriculum: 45Total Credit Hours: 61Math and Science195

Pre-Pharmacy, Field of StudyAssociate of ScienceThis two-year program prepares the graduate forapplication to pharmacy school,a 4 year programleading to licensure as a pharmacist. The futureof pharmacists is bright with growing demand andan increasing variety of practice settings. Theindividual selecting this program must be dedicatedand self-motivated to excel at rigorous academiccoursework for the two years of prerequisites atSouth Texas College and four years of pharmacyschool.Graduation from South Texas College does notguarantee acceptance into pharmacy school.South Texas College provides the opportunityfor the student to develop a solid basic scienceknowledge base, complete prerequisites forpharmacy school, participate in essay andinterview preparation sessions, review for thePharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT), andadvisement in the pharmacy school applicationprocess. Pharmacy schools select entering classesby student merit.Due to a state mandated limit on credit hours foran Associate of Science degree, the student will beexpected to complete some prerequisite courseson their own. There is time in the curriculum for thestudent to complete these courses during summerand second fall semesters.For questions regarding this issue, please contactthe program advisor at 872-3018.Program Admission Requirements4 Apply for admission to the College.4 Achieve a minimum composite score on theACT of 19, and minimum scores of 16 oneach section. Scores must be within the lasttwo years.4 Maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA in all coursescompleted at South Texas College.4 Complete a program application, availablefrom the Department of Biology website, for Falladmission.Pre-Pharmacy196Math and Science

PRE-PHARMACYField of StudyASSOCIATE OF SCIENCETSI LiableFIELD OF STUDYCHEM 1411 General Chemistry ICHEM 1412 General Chemistry IICHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry ICHEM 2425 Organic Chemistry IIBIOL 2421 Microbiology20 CreditsSTC CORE CURRICULUM 45 CreditsIn addition to the courses in the Field of Study,the student is required to take 45 credit hoursfrom the STC Core Curriculum. These coursesmust not duplicate courses taken to fulfill field ofstudy requirements. The Pre-Pharmacy programalso requires specific courses be taken within theCore Curriculum.The required courses are as follows:Speech Communications................... 3 creditsSPCH 1315 Public SpeakingMathematics........................................ 4 creditsMATH 2413 Calculus INatural Sciences................................. 8 creditsBIOL 1408 General Biology IBIOL 1409 General Biology IIHumanities Elective............................ 3 creditsENGL 2321 British LiteratureENGL 2326 American LiteratureENGL 2331 World LiteratureSocial/Behavioral Sciences Elective. 3 creditsPSYC 2301 General PsychologyComputer Science............................... 3 creditsCOSC 1301 Microcomputer ApplicationsField of Study: 20STC Core Curriculum:45Total Credit Hours: 65Pre-PharmacyPre-requisite Summer session Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3Visual Performing Arts Elective-Core Curriculum........................... 3FIRST YEARFALLENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3HIST 1301 United States History I................. 3CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I..................... 4BIOL 1408 General Biology I.......................... 4SPRINGENGL 1302 Composition II-Rhetoric................ 3HIST 1302 United States History II................ 3CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II.................... 4BIOL 1409 General Biology II......................... 4SECOND YEARFALLCHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry I..................... 4SPCH 1315 Public Speaking........................... 3MATH 2413 Calculus I..................................... 4GOVT 2301 American Government I............... 3SPRINGCHEM 2425 Organic Chemistry II.................... 4BIOL 2421 Microbiology................................. 4GOVT 2302 American Government II.............. 3Humanities Elective** .................. 3Total Credit Hours......... 65**ENGL 2321, ENGL 2326 or ENGL 2331 must be takento fulfill this requirement.Additional Courses to satisfy pharmacy schoolprerequisites.Recommended by end of Fall Semester Second YearMATH 1442 Statistics....................................... 4BIOL 2416 Genetics....................................... 4PHYS 2425 University Physics I...................... 4Recommended by end of Summer Semester SecondYear (Depending upon pharmacy school acceptance)Visual/Performing Arts Elective orECON 2301 Principles of Economics I-Macro........................................... 3Total Non-curriculum Credit Hours.....15Math and Science197

Division ofNursing and Allied HealthAssociate Degree Nursing...............................................1984Associate Degree Nursing (Associate of Applied Science)FALL ADMISSION ......................................................................................................... 200SPRING ADMISSION ................................................................................................... 2014Associate Degree Nursing: LVN-RN Transition Option (Associate of Applied Science)SUMMER ADMISSION.................................................................................................. 202SPRING ADMISSION.................................................................................................... 2034Associate Degree Nursing: Paramedic to RN Track (Associate of Applied Science)................. 204Emergency Medical Technology ......................................2054EMT-Basic (Certificate).......................................................................................................... 2064EMT-Intermediate (Certificate)............................................................................................... 2064EMT-Paramedic (Certificate)................................................................................................. 2074EMT-Paramedic (Associate of Applied Science)........................................................................ 207Health and Medical Administrative Services....................2084Medical Coding Specialist (Certificate).................................................................................. 2094Medical Information/Transcriptionist Specialist (Certificate).................................................. 2104Health Information Technology (Associate of Applied Science)................................................. 210Medical Assistant Technology.........................................2114Medical Assistant Technology (Certificate)............................................................................ 2124Medical Assistant Technology (Associate of Applied Science)................................................... 212Occupational Therapy Assistant .....................................2134Occupational Therapy Assistant (Associate of Applied Science)............................................... 214Patient Care Assistant....................................................2154Patient Care Assistant (Certificate)........................................................................................ 215Pharmacy Technology.....................................................2164Pharmacy Technology (Certificate)FALL ADMISSION ......................................................................................................... 2184Pharmacy Technology (Associate of Applied Science).............................................................. 218Physical Therapist Assistant...........................................2194Physical Therapist Assistant (Associate of Applied Science)..................................................... 220Radiologic Technology....................................................2214Radiologic Technology (Associate of Applied Science).............................................................. 222Respiratory Therapy.......................................................2234Respiratory Therapy (Associate of Applied Science)................................................................. 224Vocational Nursing.........................................................2254Vocational Nursing (Certificate)THREE SEMESTER OPTION....................................................................................... 226FOUR SEMESTER OPTION......................................................................................... 266198http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/

Associate Degree NursingAssociate Degree NursingAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program isaccredited by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). Uponcompletion of the two year, five semester program thegraduate will be able to sit for the National CouncilLicensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) administered by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON).After successful completion of this exam, the individualwill be a Registered Nurse.The program prepares the graduate to beginpractice as a professional nurse in a hospitalor other structured health care setting. Throughassessment of an individual, the nurse plans,implements and evaluates direct nursing carefor individuals and their families and is able tomonitor and direct peers and ancillary workers inproviding nursing care, coordination of care andas a member of the nursing profession. Studentsseeking entry in the Associate Degree NursingProgram (ADN) must attend an advisement,complete the Introduction to Nursing with a gradeof “B” or better, (must meet ACT requirementbefore being allowed to register for the Introductionto Nursing course) and complete an application forconsideration for the program. Students must seean ADN faculty advisor during the Fall or Springsemester to register for the Introduction to Nursingcourse the following semester.Program Admission RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Achieve a composite score of 19 or above on theACT (minimum of 16 in all areas) or SAT of910 or above. Scores must be within the pastfive years.E. Satisfy program specific requirement for mathproficiency.F. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all courses in the ADN degree plan.G. Earn a minimum grade of “B” in “Introduction toNursing” course within past two years.H. Complete prerequisite courses with aminimum grade of “C” as listed in the degree plan.I. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.J. Submit a completed ADN program application.Successful applicants pass a criminal backgroundcheck, drug screen, and complete all requiredimmunizations, including the Hepatitis seriesbefore beginning nursing clinical courses.Selection CriteriaThe ADN selection criteria are based upon a pointsystem score comprised of degree plan courseG.P.A., number of degree plan courses completed,and required test scores (application points areautomatically calculated by the online application).All information requested on the application mustbe on-file with the college and accessible on-lineto be accepted for program enrollment.Due to program size limitations, a number ofapplicants who meet the program admissionsrequirements may not be admitted to the program.Qualified applications are ranked from highest tolowest points. A random draw of applicants with thesame acceptance score is used when necessaryto complete enrollment.Program ApplicationA new applicant pool is established for eachadmission period. All students interested in theprogram who are not granted admission (qualifiedand nonqualified) must reapply each semesterif they wish to be considered for enrollment.Application deadlines are the last week in May forfall semester and the second week in October forthe spring semester. Applications will be submittedafter meeting with Faculty Advisor.NOTE: Please see program WEB page for up-to-dateinformation regarding admission requirements, curriculumchanges, selection criteria and procedures, and applicationrevisions at http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/Graduation RequirementsTo graduate with an Associate of Applied ScienceDegree in Nursing, a student must maintain aminimum grade point average of 2.0 in all nursingcourses and achieve a minimum grade of “C” inall academic/support courses in the degree plan.Students must achieve a minimum score of 75percent to pass all nursing courses.Licensures of Persons with CriminalConvictionsNurse Practice Act for the State of Texas (Section301.257) the Texas Board of Nursing may deny aperson admission to its licensure examinations andmay refuse to issue a license to any individual whohas been convicted of a felony, a misdemeanorinvolving moral turpitude, or engaged in conductresulting in a revocation of probation imposedpursuant to such conviction.The STC Board of Trustees approved BoardPolicy #3337 on July 15, 2004 for all studentsparticipating in a nursing or allied Health programclinical course. This policy requires all studentspass a criminal background check prior to enrollingin a clinical course. This policy is implementedto ensure compliance with health care agencystandards and state licensing regulations. Studentshaving questions about this rule should see theClinical Compliance Specialist, ADN ProgramDirector, or the Dean of Nursing and Allied Health.All consultations are confidential.ADVISORY COMMITTEEMaggie Barreiro, MSN, RN, Chief Nurse Executive, WeslacoRehabilitation Hospital; Chair, Pamela Bond, RN, MBA,Education Director, Rio Grande Regional Hospital; ElmaLopez, RN, Starr County Memorial Hospital; Sally Roach,MSN, RN, BSN Faculty, UTB/TSC; Katherine Dassler,MSN, RN, Chief Nursing Executive, Rio Grande RegionalHospital; Mary Thomas, RN, Education, Mission RegionalMedical Center; Candi Constantine, MSN, RN,F.A.C.H.E.,CCRN, CEN, Systems CNO, South Texas Health System;Gloria Vela, RN, MSN, Education Coordinator, McAllenMedical CenterNursing and Allied Health199

ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSINGASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFALL ADMISSIONFIRST YEARPrerequisitesCredit HoursBIOL 1408 General Biology I.......................... 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1414 College Algebra orMATH 1332 or TECM 1371....... 3-4PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growthand Development......................... 3BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4#RNSG1209 Introduction to Nursing................. 2FALL SEMESTERRNSG 1413 Foundations forNursing Practice........................... 4RNSG 1362 Clinical I........................................ 3RNSG 1205 Nursing Skills I............................. 2RNSG 1301 Pharmacology forProfessional Nursing.................... 3SPRING SEMESTERBIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4RNSG 2213 Mental Health Nursing.................. 2RNSG 1341 Common Concepts ofAdult Health.................................. 3RNSG 2262 Clinical-Mental Health (8 weeks).. 2RNSG 2263 Clinical-Medical/Surgical (8 weeks)........................ 2RNSG 1244 Nursing Skills II............................ 2SECOND YEARSUMMER SESSIONBIOL 2421 Microbiology................................. 4FALL SEMESTERRNSG 2201 Care of Children and Families...... 2RNSG 1251 Care of the Childbearing Family... 2RNSG 2260 Clinical-Pediatrics (8 weeks)........ 2RNSG 2261 Clinical-MaternalChild Health (8 weeks)................. 2##SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3SPRING SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3RNSG 2121 Management of Client Care......... 1RNSG 2331 Advanced Concepts ofAdult Health.................................. 3RNSG 2163 Clinical IV (12 weeks)................... 1RNSG 2363 CAPSTONE: Clinical V................. 3Total Credit Hours:... 72-73Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement##SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 may be substituted for theSPCH 1311 requirement.# ACT Composite of 19 or SAT of 920 required priorto registration for RNSG 1209-Introduction to Nursing.200Nursing and Allied Health

ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSINGASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableSPRING ADMISSIONFIRST YEARPrerequisites:Credit HoursBIOL 1408 General Biology I.......................... 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1414 College Algebra orMATH 1332 or TECM 1371....... 3-4PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growthand Development......................... 3BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4#RNSG 1209 Introduction to Nursing................. 2SPRING SEMESTERRNSG 1413 Foundations forNursing Practice........................... 4RNSG 1362 Clinical I........................................ 3RNSG 1205 Nursing Skills I............................. 2RNSG 1301 Pharmacology forProfessional Nursing.................... 3SUMMER SESSIONBIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4FALL SEMESTERRNSG 2213 Mental Health Nursing.................. 2RNSG 1341 Common Concepts ofAdult Health.................................. 3RNSG 2262 Clinical-Mental Health (8 weeks).. 2RNSG 2263 Clinical-Medical/Surgical (8 weeks)........................ 2RNSG 1244 Nursing Skills II............................ 2BIOL 2421 Microbiology................................. 4SECOND YEARSPRING SEMESTERRNSG 2201 Care of Children and Families...... 2RNSG 1251 Care of the Childbearing Family... 2RNSG 2260 Clinical-Pediatrics (8 weeks)........ 2RNSG 2261 Clinical-MaternalChild Health (8 weeks)................. 2##SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication............................ 3FALL SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3RNSG 2121 Management of Client Care......... 1RNSG 2331 Advanced Concepts ofAdult Health.................................. 3RNSG 2163 Clinical IV (12 weeks)................... 1RNSG 2363 CAPSTONE: Clinical V................. 3Total Credit Hours: .. 72-73Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement##SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 may be substituted for theSPCH 1311 requirement.# ACT Composite of 19 or SAT of 920 required priorto registration for RNSG 1209-Introduction to Nursing.Nursing and Allied Health201

Associate Degree NursingLVN/RN TRANSITION OPTIONASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableSUMMER ADMISSIONFIRST YEARThe prerequisite courses must be completedprior to acceptance in LVN-RN Transition nursingcourses of RNSG 1327 and RNSG 1162.Prerequisites:Credit HoursBIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4BIOL 2421 Microbiology................................. 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1414 College Algebra orMATH 1332 or TECM 1371....... 3-4PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growthand Development......................... 3#Escrow Credit: Upon successful completion of thetransition courses RNSG 1327 and 1162, the studentearns 19 semester credit hours.++RNSG 1301-Pharmacology may be taken priorto acceptance with an acceptable ACT score andAdministrative approval.*Courses that may be taken prior to acceptance into theLVN-RN program.##SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 may be substituted for theSPCH 1311 requirement.SECOND YEARSUMMER SESSIONRNSG 1301 Pharmacology forProfessional Nursing++................ 3RNSG 1327 Transition from Vocational toProfessional Nursing.................... 3RNSG 1162 Transition Clinical......................... 1FALL SEMESTERRNSG 2213 Mental Health Nursing.................. 2RNSG 2262 Clinical-Mental Health (8 weeks) 2RNSG 1412 Nursing Care for the Childbearingand Childrearing Family............... 4RNSG 1260 Clinical-Pediatrics/Maternal/Infant (8 weeks)............................ 2##SPCH 1311 Introduction toSpeech Communication*.............. 3SPRING SEMESTERHumanities Elective*.................... 3RNSG 2121 Management of Client Care......... 1RNSG 2331 Advanced Concepts ofAdult Health.................................. 3RNSG 2163 Clinical IV (12 weeks)................... 1RNSG 2363 CAPSTONE: Clinical V................. 3Total Credit Hours: .. 71-72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement202Nursing and Allied Health

Associate Degree NursingLVN/RN TRANSITION OPTIONASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableSPRING ADMISSIONFIRST YEARThe prerequisite courses must be completedprior to acceptance in LVN-RN Transition nursingcourses of RNSG 1327 and RNSG 1162.Prerequisites:Credit HoursBIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4BIOL 2421 Microbiology................................. 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1414 College Algebra orMATH 1332 or TECM 1371....... 3-4PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growthand Development......................... 3#Escrow Credit: Upon successful completion of thetransition courses, RNSG 1327 and 1162, the studentearns 19 semester credit hours.++RNSG 1301–Pharmacology may be taken priorto acceptance with an acceptable ACT score andAdministrative approval.*Courses that may be taken prior to acceptance into theLVN-RN program.##SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 may be substituted for theSPCH 1311 requirement.SECOND YEARSPRING SEMESTERRNSG 1301 Pharmacology forProfessional Nursing++................ 3RNSG 1327 Transition from Vocational toProfessional Nursing.................... 3RNSG 1162 Transition Clinical......................... 1RNSG 2213 Mental Health Nursing.................. 2RNSG 2262 Clinical-Mental Health (8 weeks).. 2SUMMER SESSIONRNSG 1412 Nursing Card for the Childbearingand Childrearing Family............... 4RNSG 1260 Clinical-Pediatrics/Maternal/Infant (8 weeks)............................ 2##SPCH 1311 Introduction toSpeech Communication*.............. 3FALL SEMESTERHumanities Elective*.................... 3RNSG 2121 Management of Client Care......... 1RNSG 2331 Advanced Concepts ofAdult Health.................................. 3RNSG 2163 Clinical IV (12 weeks)................... 1RNSG 2363 CAPSTONE: Clinical V................. 3Total Credit Hours:... 71-72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementNursing and Allied Health203

Associate Degree NursingPARAMEDIC TO RN TRACKASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFALL ADMISSIONFIRST YEARPrerequisites:Credit HoursBIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3MATH 1414 College Algebra orMATH 1332 or TECM 1371....... 3-4PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growthand Development......................... 3FALL SEMESTERRNSG 1301 Pharmacology forProfessional Nursing++................ 3RNSG 1517 Concepts of Nursing Practice Ifor Articulating Students(1st 8 weeks)................................ 5RNSG 1163 Clinical- Paramedic toRN (1st 8 weeks).......................... 1RNSG 1341 Common Concepts ofAdult Health (8 weeks)................. 3RNSG 2263 Clinical-Medical/Surgical (8 weeks)........................ 2SPRING SEMESTERBIOL 2421 Microbiology................................. 4RNSG 1251 Care of the Childbearing Family... 2RNSG 2261 Clinical-Maternal ChildHealth (8 weeks).......................... 2RNSG 2201 Care of Children and Families(2nd 8 weeks)............................... 2RNSG 2260 Clinical-Pediatrics (2nd 8 weeks). 2SECOND YEARSUMMER SESSIONRNSG 2213 Mental Health Nursing.................. 2RNSG 2262 Clinical-Mental Health (8 weeks).. 2**SPCH 1311 Introduction toSpeech Communication............... 3FALL SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3RNSG 2121 Management of Client Care......... 1RNSG 2331 Advanced Concepts ofAdult Health.................................. 3RNSG 2163 Clinical IV (12 weeks)................... 1RNSG 2363 CAPSTONE: Clinical V................. 3Total Credit Hours:... 69-70Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement*Escrow of 8 credits will be given for RNSG 1413, RNSG1205, RNSG 1244 upon completion of RNSG 1517, andRNSG 1163.**SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 may be substituted for theSPCH 1311 requirement.++RNSG 1301-Pharmacology may be taken priorto acceptance with an acceptable ACT score andadministrative approval.204Nursing and Allied Health

Emergency MedicalTechnologyEmergency Medical TechnologyThe Emergency Medical Technology programwill prepare students to deliver out-of-hospitalemergency care at the scene of an accident or amedical emergency. A student graduating with anEMT Certificate or Associate of Applied Sciencedegree will be prepared to fill positions of EMTBasic, EMT Intermediate, and EMT Paramedic.Emergency Medical Technicians typically serve asvital members of the Emergency Medical ServicesTeam who can, with competence, use their medicalskills, relieve suffering, and reduce injury severity,and death.EMT Basic Certificate: Instruction at thebasic level will serve as a foundation for the othertwo advanced levels, as well as concentrate onlearning general anatomy and physiology andgeneral patient assessment. Students will learnand practice lifesaving procedures such asoxygen administration, spinal motion restriction,bandaging, splinting, and administration of certainmedications.EMT Intermediate Certificate: At theintermediate level students will continue to usethe foundation they learned as an EMT Basic. Theywill study in depth the areas of patient assessment,anatomy and physiology of the circulatory systemand the respiratory system. They will thenpractice and perform advanced invasive lifesavingprocedures such as intravenous (IV) administrationand endotracheal intubation.EMT Paramedic Certificate: The highest levelthat an EMT can achieve is the level of paramedicwhere the student will concentrate on a morecomprehensive patient assessment and learnadvanced medical skills such as electrocardiograminterpretation and treatment. The student will alsolearn and will be able to administer the most currenttrends in pharmacological treatments, as well aslearning the latest care administered in AdvanceCardiac Life Support.Students are prepared for both the written andpractical Texas Department of State HealthServices and National Registry Certification examsat each level or Licensure at the Paramedic levelonly. These exams measure proficiency andcompetency in the standards set by the TexasDepartment of Health. Completion of the EMTcourses will allow the student to be eligible for TDHCertification, thus making the student employablein many settings such as Hospital EmergencyRooms, Industrial Sites, Air Ambulances, PrivateEMS Providers, Public EMS Providers, City FireDepartments, and Special Rescue Groups.EMT Associate of Applied Science: Students maycomplete the certificate in two and four semesters.Courses taken for the certificate program maybe applied toward completion of the two-yearAssociate of Applied Science Degree in EmergencyMedical Technology. Upon completion of thedegree, the student is eligible to apply to the stateof Texas as a Licensed Paramedic.Program Entry RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Be 18-years of age for clinical/practicumexperience.D. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiency instate-mandated general knowledge contentthrough approved means; i.e., Texas HigherEducation Assessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER,ASSET, and/or COMPASS with programspecific exemptions accepted.E. Certificate options: Complete collegeplacement test with minimum scores orcomplete developmental classes with a gradeof “C” or better or course placement as follows:- Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.- Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.- Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalent.F. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a4.0 scale for all courses completed at STCG. Hold a valid Texas Driver’s License.H. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.I. Submit a completed EMT programapplication.J. Participate in mandatory EMT Programadvisement prior to applicationK. Attend Mandatory Hospital Orientation.Selection ProcessStudents accepted on a first-come first-servebasis until maximum class size is reached. Awaiting list is established for next available classif more applications are received than can beaccommodated.Program ApplicationProgram applications are available from EMTfaculty and will be discussed and completed duringadvisement prior to registration. Please contactthe EMT Program office at (956)872-3178 foradditional information.NOTE: For up-to-date program information, admissionrequirements and selection process see: http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/emergencymedical/index.htmlGraduation RequirementsTo earn the Emergency Medical TechnologyCertificate or Associate of Applied ScienceDegree, a student must meet all college graduationrequirements and complete all coursework asprescribed in the degree plan with a minimumgrade of “C”.ADVISORY COMMITTEERobert Alfaro, EMT-P, Director of Operations, MTSAmbulance; Sally Carpenter, RN, Rio Grande RegionalHospital; Chris Sanchez, Training Officer, Weslaco FireDepartment/EMS; Jason Delatree, EMT-P, Director, ValleyEMS; Noel Garcia, EMT-P, EMS Director, Starr CountyEMS; Roberto M. Gonzalez, MD,General Surgeon, EMTProgram Starr County Medical Director, Private Practice;Albert Rodriguez, EMT-P, Director of Operations, MedCare EMS; Martin Garcia, Director of Operations, STATEMS; Leroy Ramirez, Director of Operations, Zapata EMS;Noemi Sanchez, EMT-I, TDH EMS Program Director; JaimeSolis, EMT-P, Director of Operations, Pro-Medic; Dr. JavierCortinas, MD, EMT Program Medical Director, PrivatePractice TDH EMS SpecialistNursing and Allied Health205

Emergency Medical TechnologyBASICCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursEMSP 1501 EMT-Basic.................................... 5EMSP 1160 CAPSTONE: EMT-Basic Clinical.. 1EMSP 1166 CAPSTONE: EMT-Basic Practicum........................... 1EMSP 1208 Emergency Vehicle Operations.... 2EMSP 1371 EMS Documentation.................... 3EMSP 1472 Emergent Issues in EMT.............. 4Eligible for the Texas Department of Health StateCertificate Exam-EMT BasicTotal Credit Hours: ....... 16Emergency Medical TechnologyINTERMEDIATECERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursEMSP 1501 EMT-Basic.................................... 5EMSP 1160 EMT-Basic Clinical....................... 1EMSP 1166 EMT-Basic Practicum................... 1EMSP 1208 Emergency Vehicle Operations.... 2EMSP 1371 EMS Documentation.................... 3EMSP 1472 Emergent Issues in EMT.............. 4Eligible for the Texas Department of Health StateCertificate Exam-EMT BasicSECOND SEMESTEREMSP 1438 Introduction toAdvanced Practice....................... 4EMSP 1356 Patient Assessment andAirway Management.................... 3EMSP 1355 Trauma Management................... 3EMSP 1161 CAPSTONE: EMT-IntermediateHospital Clinical............................ 1EMSP 1167 CAPSTONE: EMS EMTIPracticum..................................... 1Eligible for the Texas Department of Health StateCertificate Exam-EMT IntermediateTotal Credit Hours: ....... 28206Nursing and Allied Health

Emergency Medical TechnologyPARAMEDICCERTIFICATETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursEMSP 1501 EMT-Basic.................................... 5EMSP 1160 EMT-Basic Clinical....................... 1EMSP 1166 EMT-Basic Practicum................... 1EMSP 1208 Emergency Vehicle Operations.... 2EMSP 1371 EMS Documentation.................... 3EMSP 1472 Emergent Issues in EMT.............. 4Eligible for the Texas Department of Health StateCertificate Exam-EMT BasicSECOND SEMESTEREMSP 1438 Introduction toAdvanced Practice....................... 4EMSP 1356 Patient Assessment andAirway Management.................... 3EMSP 1355 Trauma Management................... 3EMSP 1161 EMT-Intermediate HospitalClinical.......................................... 1EMSP 1167 EMS EMTI Practicum................... 1Liable for the Texas Department of Health StateCertificate Exam-EMT IntermediateSUMMER SESSION IVNSG 1420 Anatomy & Physiologyfor Allied Health............................ 4THIRD SEMESTEREMSP 2444 Cardiology.................................... 4EMSP 2160 Paramedic Clinical I..................... 1EMSP 2338 EMS Operations........................... 3EMSP 2243 Assessment Based Management.2FOURTH SEMESTEREMSP 2434 Medical Emergencies................... 4EMSP 2330 Special Populations...................... 3EMSP 2161 Paramedic Clinical II.................... 1EMSP 2266 CAPSTONE: ParamedicPracticum..................................... 2Eligible for Texas Department of Health State CertificateExam-Paramedic LevelTotal Credit Hours: ....... 52EMERGENCYMEDICALTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursEMSP 1501 EMT-Basic.................................... 5EMSP 1160 EMT-Basic Clinical....................... 1EMSP 1166 EMT-Basic Practicum................... 1EMSP 1208 Emergency Vehicle Operations.... 2EMSP 1371 EMS Documentation.................... 3EMSP 1472 Emergent Issues in EMT.............. 4Eligible for the Texas Department of Health StateCertificate Exam-EMT Basic.SECOND SEMESTEREMSP 1438 Introduction toAdvanced Practice....................... 4EMSP 1356 Patient Assessment andAirway Management.................... 3EMSP 1355 Trauma Management................... 3EMSP 1161 EMT-IntermediateHospital Clinical............................ 1EMSP 1167 EMS EMTI Practicum................... 1ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3Eligible for the Texas Department of Health StateCertificate Exam-EMT IntermediateSUMMER SESSIONBIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4THIRD SEMESTEREMSP 2444 Cardiology.................................... 4EMSP 2160 Paramedic Clinical I..................... 1EMSP 2338 EMS Operations........................... 3EMSP 2243 Assessment Based Management.2SPCH 1311 Introduction toSpeech Communication............... 3Humanities Elective...................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERPSYC 2301 General Psychology orPSYC 2314.................................. 3BMGT 1301 Supervision.................................. 3EMSP 2434 Medical Emergencies................... 4EMSP 2330 Special Populations...................... 3EMSP 2161 Paramedic Clinical II.................... 1EMSP 2266 CAPSTONE: ParamedicPracticum..................................... 2Eligible for Texas Department of Health State CertificateExam-Paramedic LevelTotal Credit Hours: ....... 71Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementNursing and Allied Health207

208Health and MedicalAdministrative ServicesMedical Coding SpecialistCertificateMedical Coding Specialist Certificate preparesstudents to access health information, identifydiagnoses, and assign appropriate medical codesto narrative descriptions of health diseases andprocedures required for reimbursement, medicalresearch, quality assurance, or risk management.Medical clinics, hospitals, doctors’ offices,private coding agencies, consulting firms, andhome offices offer various employment settingsfor Coding Specialist. Coders may pursue acertified coding specialist rating by passing theNational Certification Examination that measuresproficiency and competency in the standards setby the American Health Information ManagementAssociation.Medical coding specialists pursue a lifelongprogram of continuing education.*Students are eligible to participate for the nationalexamination that qualifies them for a certificate asa Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).Medical Information/Transcription SpecialistCertificateThe Medical Information/Transcription Specialistcertificate is designed to provide health carefacilities with professionally trained individuals whowill promote the smooth operation of an office ordepartment within a health care agency.These professionals, during the course ofoverseeing the day-to-day operations, maintainan efficient records system, and utilize a variety ofoffice equipment that facilitates the administrativeclerical functions of the medical department/medical office.It also prepares students to type physician-dictatedreports describing a patient’s medical care andcondition. These reports include office chart notes,history and physical examinations, consultations,discharge summaries, laboratory tests anddiagnostic studies.Medical clinics, hospitals, doctors’ offices,private transcription agencies and home officesoffer various employment settings for MedicalInformation/Transcription Specialist.Transcriptionists may pursue a certified medicaltranscriptions rating by passing the nationalcertification examination administered by theAssociation for Healthcare DocumentationIntegrity (AHDI). Medical Information/TranscriptionSpecialist can pursue a lifelong program ofcontinuing education.Nursing and Allied HealthStudents enrolling in this program must type aminimum of 35 words per minute as determinedby department evaluation. As part of the program,students will complete an internship that enablesthem to gain real-world experience.Health Information TechnologyAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Associate of Applied Science Degree in HealthInformation Technology prepares students forcareers as Health Information Technicians.Health Information Technicians are responsiblefor maintaining components of health informationsystems consistent with the medical administrative,ethical, and legal, accreditation, and regulatoryrequirements of the health care delivery system.In all types of facilities, and in various locationswithin a facility, the health information technicianpossesses the technical knowledge and skillsnecessary to process, maintain, complete andreport health information data for reimbursement,facility planning, marketing, risk management,utilization management, quality assessment andresearch; abstract and code clinical data usingappropriate classification systems; and analyzehealth records according to standards.As part of the degree plan, students will completean internship that enables them to gain real-worldexperience. In addition, students are prepared fora national exam that measures proficiency andcompetency in the standards set by the AmericanHealth Information Management.*The Commission on Accreditation for Health Informaticsand Information Management Education (CAHIIM) hasaccredited the program in cooperation with the Councilon Accreditation of the American Health InformationManagement Association (AHIMA). Students are eligibleto participate for the national examination that qualifiesthem for a certificate as a Registered Health InformationTechnician (RHIT).Program Entry RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiency instate-mandated general knowledge contentthrough approved means; i.e., Texas HigherEducation Assessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER,ASSET, and/or COMPASS with programspecific exemptions accepted.C. Certificate options: Complete college placementtest with minimum scores or completedevelopmental classes with a grade of “C” orbetter for course placement as follows:- Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.- Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.- Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalent.

D. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a4.0 scale for all courses completed at STCE. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.F. Submit a completed Health and MedicalAdministrative Services program application.G. Participate in individual student advisementwith Health and Medical AdministrativeServices faculty prior to application.Program ApplicationProgram applications are available from HMASfaculty and will be discussed and completedduring advisement prior to registration. If youhave questions, please call for an appointment(956) 872-3170.NOTE: For up-to-date program information, admissionrequirements and registration see: http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/Graduation RequirementsTo earn the Medical Information SpecialistCertificate, the Medical Transcriptionist Certificate,the Medical Coding Specialist Certificate or anAssociate of Applied Science Degree in HealthInformation Technology, a student must meet allcollege graduation requirements and complete allcoursework as prescribed in the specific degreeplan with a minimum grade of “C.”ADVISORY COMMITTEEDan Elizondo, RHIT, Director, HIM Dept., Mission Hospital,Mary Lou Cavazos, Office Manager, Mid Valley PhysicalTherapy, Karen Genoveses, Statewide ArticulationProfessional, Valley View High School, Minerva LamarMartinez, Director, HIM Dept., Starr County Hospital, LauraLorenzo de Solis, Director, HIM Dept., Doctor's Hospitalat Renaissance, Veronica Ramirez, Tumor Registry, HIMDept., Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Elvia Reyna, CMT,Transcription Supervisor, Knapp Medical Center, NancyRodriguez, Office Manager, Rio Grande Regional SurgeryCenter, Carolina Avila, CCS, Coding Supervisor, Doctors'Hospital at Renaissance, *Martina F. Smith Hill, RHIT, HIMDirector, Weslaco Rehab. HospitalMEDICAL CODINGSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursHITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3HITT 1301 Health Data Contentand Structure................................ 3NURA 1407 Body Systems or VNSG 1420...... 4POFM 1309 Medical Office Procedures........... 3SECOND SEMESTERHITT 1341 Coding and ClassificationSystems....................................... 3HITT 2371 Current Procedural TerminologyCoding-CPT4............................... 3HITT 1211 Computers in Health Care............ 2HPRS 2301 Pathophysiology........................... 3HITT 2331 Advanced Medical Terminology.... 3HITT 1349 Pharmacology ............................. 3THIRD SEMESTERHITT 2372 Advanced CPT Coding-CPT4...... 3HITT 2335 Coding and ReimbursementMethodologies.............................. 3HITT 1253 Legal and Ethical Aspects ofHealth Information........................ 2HITT 1166 CAPSTONE: Coding Practicum... 1Total Credit Hours:........ 39*Advisory Committee ChairNursing and Allied Health209

MEDICALINFORMATION/TRANSCRIPTIONSPECIALISTCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER-SUMMER Credit HoursHITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3FIRST SEMESTER-FALLHITT 1301 Health Data Contentand Structure................................ 3NURA 1407 Body Systems or VNSG 1420...... 4POFM 1309 Medical Office Procedures .......... 3MRMT 1307 Medical Transcription I................. 3SECOND SEMESTER-SPRINGHITT 1211 Computers in Health Care............ 2HPRS 2301 Pathophysiology........................... 3HITT 2371 Current Procedural TerminologyCoding-CPT4............................... 3HITT 1349 Pharmacology ............................. 3MRMT 2333 Medical Transcription II................ 3THIRD SEMESTER-FALLHITT 1341 Coding andClassification Systems................. 3HITT 2331 Advanced MedicalTerminology.................................. 3HITT 1253 Legal and Ethical Aspects ofHealth Information........................ 2MRMT 2166 CAPSTONE: Practicum................ 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 39HEALTHINFORMATIONTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST YEAR (SUMMER) Credit HoursCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications......... 3BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3FIRST SEMESTERENGL 1301 Composition................................ 3BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4HITT 1301 Health Data Contentand Structure................................ 3MATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4SECOND SEMESTERHPRS 2301 Pathophysiology........................... 3HITT 1253 Legal and Ethical Aspectsof Health Information.................... 2HITT 1341 Coding & Classification Systems. 3HITT 2331 Advanced Medical Terminology.... 3HITT 1349 Pharmacology.............................. 3THIRD SEMESTERHITT 2166 Practicum I................................... 1HITT 2335 Coding and ReimbursementMethodologies.............................. 3HITT 1345 Health Care Delivery Systems..... 3SPCH 1321 Business andProfessional Speaking................. 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERHITT 2371 Current Procedural TerminologyCoding-CPT4............................... 3*Humanities Elective.................... 3HITT 1255 Health Care Statistics................... 2HITT 2343 Quality Assessment andPerformance Improvement........... 3HITT 2339 Health Information Organizationand Supervision........................... 3HITT 2167 CAPSTONE: Practicum II............. 1Total Credit Hours:........ 66Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement*Recommended Humanities ElectivesPHIL 2306 Introduction to EthicsPHIL 2303 Introduction to LogicHUMA 1301 Introduction to the Humanities I210Nursing and Allied Health

Medical AssistantTechnologyMedical Assistant TechnologyCertificate andAssociate of Applied ScienceMedical assistants are multi-skilled health careprofessionals with a strong background in basicpatient care and assessment; medical laboratoryprocedures including performing routine blood andurine analysis; appropriate emergency medicalcare procedures; problem-solving skills; effectiveteamwork, oral and written communicationskills; and proper medical office administrativeprocedures for managing medical records, medicaltranscription, and medical insurance billing. Aspart of the degree plan, students will completean internship enabling them to gain real medicaloffice experience.South Texas College has been approved toserve as a proctoring site for students seekingcertification by the National Center for CompetencyTesting (NCCT).Upon successful completion of the courseworkstudents are eligible to participate in any of thenational examinations offered by NCCT for multiplecredentials including the National Certified MedicalAssistant (NCMA), Nationally Certified PhlebotomyTechnician (NCPT), National Certified ECGTechnician (NCET), and the National CertifiedInsurance & Coding Specialist (NCICS).Program Admission RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED EquivalentC. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiency instate-mandated general knowledge contentthrough approved means; i.e., Texas HigherEducation Assessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER,ASSET, and/or COMPASS with programspecific exemptions accepted.D. Certificate options: Pass college placement testwith minimum scores or complete developmentalclasses with a grade of “C” or better for courseplacement as follows:- Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.- Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.- Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalentE. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0scale for all courses completed at STCF. Satisfy program specific requirements for clinicalpractice.G. Submit a completed Medical Assisting programapplication.H. Participate in individual student advisementwith Medical Assisting faculty prior to application.Selection ProcessStudents accepted on a first-come first-servebasis until maximum class size reached. A waitinglist for the next available class is establishedif more applications are received than can beaccommodated.Program ApplicationProgram applications are available from MedicalAssisting faculty and will be discussed andcompleted during advisement prior to registration.Please contact the Program office at (956) 872-3018 for additional information or appointment withprogram faculty.NOTE: For up-to-date program information, admissionrequirements and selection process see: http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/Graduation RequirementsTo earn a Certificate or Associate of AppliedScience Degree in Medical Assistant Technology,a student must meet all college graduationrequirements and complete all coursework asprescribed in the degree plan with a minimumgrade of “C”.ADVISORY COMMITTEEMartin Garza, MD, DLC Pediatric Center, Edinburg; VelmaHinojosa, NCMA; Emmalou Keyes, RN FNP, Departmentof Health and Human Services, Hidalgo County; GraceLawson, Executive Director, El Milagro Clinic, McAllen;Norma Longoria, MA Ex-Officio, South Texas College; MatyMery, MA, Dr. Canales Family Practice & Obstetrics, McAllen;Becky Rankin, RN FNP, Planned Parenthood Associationof Hidalgo County, McAllen; Yesenia Saldivar, MA, RGVPreventative Care Inc., McAllen; Gloria Sandoval, NCMA,DLC Pediatric Center, Edinburg; Rankin, RN FNP, PlannedParenthood Association of Hidalgo County, McAllen; YeseniaSaldivar, MA, RGV Preventative Care Inc., McAllen; GloriaSandoval, NCMA, DLC Pediatric Center, Edinburg; JoelSolis, MD, Valley Medical Arts, McAllen; Petra Treviño, ElMilagro Clinic, McAllen; Elias V. Leos, CFBC, Life Center, ElMilagro Clinic, McAllen; Martha Leos, Education Supervisor,Planned Parenthood Association of Hidalgo County, McAllen;Sam Bearden, Behavioral Wellness Center, McAllen.Nursing and Allied Health211

MEDICALASSISTANTTECHNOLOGYCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursECRD 1111 Electrocardiography..................... 1HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3MDCA 1321 Administrative Procedures........... 3MDCA 1343 Medical Insurance........................ 3MDCA 1409 Anatomy and Physiologyfor Medical Assistantsor VNSG 1420.............................. 4PLAB 1323 Phlebotomy ................................. 3SECOND SEMESTERMDCA 1205 Medical Law and Ethics............... 2MDCA 1348 Pharmacology & Administrationof Medications.............................. 3HPRS 2301 Pathophysiology........................... 3MDCA 1352 Medical Assistant LaboratoryProcedures .................................. 3MDCA1166 Practicum I................................... 1SECOND YEARTHIRD SEMESTERPSYC 2301 General Psychologyor PSYC 2314 ............................. 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication or SPCH 1315,SPCH 1318, SPCH 1321............ 3MDCA1417 Procedures in a Clinical Setting .. 4MDCA1254 Medical Assisting CredentialingExam Review............................... 2MDCA1167 Practicum II.................................. 1Total Credit Hours: ....... 42MEDICALASSISTANTTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiableFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursECRD 1111 Electrocardiography..................... 1HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3MDCA 1321 Administrative Procedures........... 3MDCA 1343 Medical Insurance........................ 3MDCA 1409 Anatomy and Physiologyfor Medical Assistantsor VNSG 1420.............................. 4PLAB 1323 Phlebotomy.................................. 3SECOND SEMESTERMDCA 1205 Medical Law & Ethics................... 2MDCA 1348 Pharmacology & Administrationof Medications.............................. 3HPRS 2301 Pathophysiology........................... 3MDCA 1352 Medical Assistant LaboratoryProcedures .................................. 3MDCA 1166 Practicum I................................... 1SUMMER SESSION**Math/Natural SciencesElective...................................... 3-4THIRD SEMESTERPSYC 2301 General Psychology orPSYC 2314.................................. 3HITT 1341 Coding Classification Systems .... 3SPCH 1311 Introduction to SpeechCommunication or SPCH 1315,SPCH 1318, SPCH 1321............. 3MDCA1417 Procedures in a Clinical Setting... 4MDCA1254 Medical Assisting CredentialingExam Review............................... 2MDCA1167 Practicum II.................................. 1FOURTH SEMESTERHumanities Elective...................... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3SPAN 1411 Beg. Spanish I (Non-SpanishSpeakers) or SPAN 1311(Spanish Speakers) or SPAN 2316or SPAN 2317............................ 3-4HITT 2371 Current Procedural TerminologyCoding-CPT4............................... 3MDCA 2266 Capstone: Practicum III................ 2Total Credit Hours:... 61-62Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement**Math/Natural Sciences Elective Options:BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology IBIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology IIMATH 1414 College AlgebraMATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics212Nursing and Allied Health

Occupational TherapyAssistantOccupational Therapy AssistantAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Occupational Assistant Program is accredited bythe Accreditation Council for Occupational TherapyEducation (ACOTE) of the American OccupationalTherapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720Montgomery Lane, P.O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD20824-1220. AOTA’s phone number is (301) 652-AOTA.Graduates of the program will be able to sit for thenational certification examination for the occupationaltherapy assistant administered by the National Boardfor Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Aftersuccessful completion of this exam, the individual willbe a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).Texas requires licensure in order to practice.This two-year program prepares individualsfor careers as Certified Occupational TherapyAssistants (COTA). In Texas, the COTA must obtainstate licensure to practice under the supervision ofa registered Occupational Therapist (OTR).G. Participate in student advisement sessions withOTA faculty/staffH. Submit a completed program application by thedeadline date.Selection CriteriaThe OTA Program selection criteria are basedupon a point system. Qualified applications areranked in descending order until maximum classsize is reached. If not admitted, a new applicationis required for the next admission cycle.Program ApplicationApplications are available annually from thedivision office, program faculty or programsecretary. A class is selected and accepted everyfall semester.NOTE: Please see program WEB page for up-to-dateprogram information, admission requirements, curriculumchanges, selection process, and application revisions athttp://www.southtexascollege.edu.The mandate of the profession is to assist patientsto develop life skills by providing services with theultimate goal of increasing their independencein daily functioning. The recipients of therapyare those who have encountered problems thatinterfere with their ability to function in any stageof their development. The scope of servicesincludes physical, cognitive, and psychological andpsychosocial disorders. Students seeking entryto the OTA Program must complete a programspecific application.A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s abilityto sit for the NBCOT certification or to attain statelicensure. The Fieldwork Level II capstone courseslisted in the sixth semester must be completedwithin eighteen (18) months after the end of theacademic/technical courses.Graduation RequirementsTo earn an Associate of Applied Science Degreein the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, astudent must meet college graduation requirementsand complete all coursework as prescribed in thedegree plan with a minimum grade of “C.”ADVISORY COMMITTEEArturo Cruz, OTR, Edinburg; Velma Esparza, OTR, McAllen;Ruth Garza, COTA, Harlingen; Seleste Salamanca, OTR,Mission; Jennifer Ybarra, OTR, Edinburg; Ana Betancourt,OTR, Edinburg; Adina Santillan, COTA, San Juan; JesseRodriguez, COTA, McAllenProgram Admission RequirementsA. All applicants must meet the general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Must demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content by the requiredTHEA minimum scores:No exemptions will be considered.C. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 ona 4.0 scale on all coursework taken prior to theapplication.D. Complete all pre-requisite coursework with aminimum grade of “C” as listed in the OTAdegree plan; OTHA 1405 must be completedwith a final grade of “B” or betterE. Satisfy OTA Program requirements for clinicalpracticeF. Present documentation of volunteer experienceof a minimum of 25 hours each at Pediatricand Adult client settingsNursing and Allied Health213

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCEStudents interested in this program must completethe pre-requisite courses prior to applying foradmission. Any of the other general educationcourses may also be taken before applying foradmission into the program. Grades made in thesecourses will be computed using a “point system”for the student selection process.TSI LiablePre-requisitesCredit HoursHumanities Elective...................... 3PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growthand Development......................... 3BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I............ 4SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communications.... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3OTHA 1405 Principles ofOccupational Therapy.................. 4FIRST SEMESTERBIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II........... 4OTHA 1409 Human Structure andFunction in OT.............................. 4OTHA 1415 Therapeutic Use ofOccupations or Activities I............ 4OTHA 1341 Occupational Performance-Birth to Adolescence.................... 3SECOND SEMESTEROTHA 1349 Occupational Performanceof Adulthood................................. 3OTHA 2301 Pathophysiology in OT................. 3OTHA 1419 Therapeutic Interventions I........... 4OTHA 2335 Health Care Managementin OT............................................. 3THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION I)OTHA 1460 Clinical-OTA.................................. 4FOURTH SEMESTEROTHA 1353 Occupational Performancefor Elders...................................... 3OTHA 2405 Therapeutic Interventions II.......... 4OTHA 2309 Mental Health inOccupational Therapy.................. 3FIFTH SEMESTEROTHA 2366 CAPSTONE: Practicum-OTA (A)......................................... 3OTHA 2367 CAPSTONE: Practicum-OTA (B)......................................... 3SIXTH SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION I)OTHA 2430 Workplace Skills for the OTA........ 4Total Credit Hours: ....... 72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education RequirementStudents must complete all CAPSTONE courseworkwith a passing grade to be eligible for graduation fromthe OTA program.214Nursing and Allied Health

Patient Care AssistantPatient Care AssistantCertificateThis is a 21 credit hour certificate program thatoffers classroom instruction and related clinicalpractice in the basic nursing care of adults,children, infants and the elderly. The need forqualified patient care assistants in long-term careis growing at a tremendous rate. The philosophyof care for residents in these facilities has changedfrom one of custodial care to an implementation ofrestorative care in which the resident is assistedto reach an optimal potential for physical, mental,and emotional well-being. This care can only beprovided by knowledgeable and educated staff.The second semester focuses on acute careand specialized patient care. Entry-level skillsin phlebotomy, EKG, and monitor technician areincluded. Students are prepared to work the manyfields available to them such as home health,hospitals, nursing homes, hospice agencies,doctors’ offices, and clinics.Students completing the first semester arequalified to take their State Competency examNurse Assistant Competency Evaluation Services(NACES). After completing the two semesterprogram requirements, students are eligible totake the National Center for Competency Testingexamination for Patient Care Technician. Studentsare also prepared to take the National HealthcareerAssociation certification examinations for PatientCare Technician, Phlebotomist and EKG technician.Program Entry RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Pass college placement test with minimumscores or complete developmental classes witha grade of “C” or better for courseplacement as follows:- Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.- Completion of ENGL 0081 or equivalent.- Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalent.C. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a4.0 scale for all courses completed at STCD. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.E and F are not requiredE. Participate in a student advisement sessionwith PCA program faculty prior to application.F. Submit a completed PCA program application.Selection ProcessStudents accepted on a first-come first-servebasis until maximum class size reached. A waitinglist for the next available class is establishedif more applications are received than can beaccommodated.during advisement prior to registration. Pleasecontact the PCA Program office at (956) 872-3109for additional information or appointment withprogram faculty.NOTE: For up-to-date program information, admissionrequirements and selection process see: http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/Graduation RequirementsTo earn the Patient Care Assistant Certificate,a student must meet all college graduationrequirements and complete all coursework asprescribed in the degree plan with a minimumgrade of “C.”ADVISORY COMMITTEEVirginia Garcia, Education Coordinator, Edinburg RegionalMedical Center; Teresa Johnson, Education Coordinator,McAllen Medical Center;; Carl Lueg, Administrator (owner),Twinbrooke South Nursing Center; Sergio Peña, Director,Career & Technical Education Mission CISD; Libby Smith,BSN, RN Director of Nursing McAllen Heart Hospital; RosiePaloma, LVN Staff nurse LTC; Bob Crone, Owner operatorArbor View Rehab and Nursing Center; Current and formerPTCA student.PATIENT CAREASSISTANTCERTIFICATETSI EXEMPTFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursNURA 1401 Nurse Aide for Health Care.......... 4NURA 1160 Clinical I........................................ 1NURA 1407 Body Systems or VNSG 1420...... 4HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3SECOND SEMESTERNUPC 1320 Patient CareTechnician/Assistant..................... 3NUPC 1171 Phlebotomy for Patient CareTechnicians.................................. 1NUPC 1172 EKG and Monitoring Skillsfor Patient Care Technicians........ 1NUPC 1260 CAPSTONE: Clinical II-A.............. 2NUPC 1261 CAPSTONE: Clinical II-B............. 2Total Credit Hours:........ 21Program ApplicationProgram applications are available from PCAfaculty and will be discussed and completedNursing and Allied Health215

Pharmacy TechnologyThe Pharmacy Technology program is accreditedby the American Society of Health-SystemsPharmacists (ASHP) which is a member of thePharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).Pharmacy Technology ProgramThe Pharmacy Technology Certificate programis designed to prepare students for a careeras certified technical assistants of licensedpharmacists in providing health care andmedications to patients in institutional (hospital)and community (retail) settings.Students who successfully complete the programobtain a broad knowledge of pharmacy practice.They develop skills in the techniques requiredto order, stock, package, type labels, preparemedications, operate computerized dispensingsystems, prepare insurance claim forms,and maintain written or computerized patientmedication records.Pharmacy technicians assist and supportlicensed pharmacists in providing health careand medications to patients. The PharmacyTechnology program prepares individuals to takethe national Pharmacy Technician CertificationExam (PTCE) administered by the PharmacyTechnician Certification Board. Upon successfulcompletion of this exam, the individual will be aCertified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).The Texas State Board of Pharmacy recognizesthe PTCE as the standard measure for pharmacytechnician competency and proficiency. To practiceas a pharmacy technician in the state of Texas, anindividual must be a Certified Pharmacy Technicianand become registered with the Texas State Boardof Pharmacy.Pharmacy Technology ProgramThe Pharmacy Technology Associate of AppliedScience degree combines the elements of theCertificate program with additional pharmacytechnology courses and general education coursesto promote overall student development andenhance the knowledge base required for upperlevel positions in pharmacy technology.Graduates may be eligible for teaching positionsin pharmacy technology programs, and manycontinue their education to become pharmacists.Some students elect to take the PTCE aftersuccessful completion of the third semester andwork as a pharmacy technician while completingthe last two semesters.Individuals who initially choose to obtain aCertificate in Pharmacy Technology may applyfor the AAS program after successful completionof the Certificate program.Admission RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED Equivalent.C. Be 18-years of age for clinical/practicumexperience.D. Degree option: Demonstrate proficiencyin state-mandated general knowledgecontent through approved means; i.e.,Texas Higher Education Assessment(THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET, and/orCOMPASS with program specificexemptions acceptedE. Certificate options: Pass college placementtest with minimum scores or completedevelopmental classes with a grade of “C” orbetter for course placement as follows:- Completion of READ 0090 or equivalent.- Completion of ENGL 0091 or equivalent.- Completion of MATH 0090 or equivalent.F. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a4.0 scale for all courses completed at STC.G. Complete program specific requirementsfor clinical practice.H. Submit a completed Pharmacy Technologyprogram application.I. Participate in individual student advisementwith Pharmacy Technician program facultyprior to application.NOTE: For up-to-date program information, admissionrequirements and selection process see: http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/pharmacy/index.htmlSelection ProcessPharmacy Technology Program selection criteriais upon first come first serve basis for studentsmeeting academic and clinical requirements.Program ApplicationGeneral Advisement for the Pharmacy TechnologyProgram is held during fall and spring semesters.Application packets are distributed during thisadvisement session. The application period is fromthe first Friday in February through the last Fridayin June. Applications are also available from thePharmacy Technology Program website. Pleasecontact the Program office at (956) 872-3018for additional information or appointment withprogram faculty.Application Deadline:Fall admission is the last Friday in JuneState Board of Pharmacy RegistrationThe Texas State Board of Pharmacy requiresregistration of all pharmacy technician trainees.Students admitted to the program are responsiblefor becoming registered with the Texas State Boardof Pharmacy at their own expense. Additionalinformation regarding pharmacy technician traineelicensure may be found the Texas State Boardof Pharmacy website: www.tsbp.state.tx.us. Theprogram chair will verify with the Texas State Boardof Pharmacy the registration status of all students216Nursing and Allied Health

efore the third semester. Students who are notregistered with the Texas State Board of Pharmacyas a pharmacy technician trainee will not be eligibleto enroll in PHRA 1268 CAPSTONE: Practicum.Registration Refusal for Persons with CriminalBackgroundsAccording to the Texas Pharmacy Act (Section568.003) the Board of Pharmacy may refuse toissue a pharmacy technician registration to anindividual who has been convicted of a felony, amisdemeanor involving moral turpitude, engagedin any fraud, deceit or misrepresentation, has adrug or alcohol dependency or has violated anyfederal or state pharmacy or drug laws. Studentshaving questions about this rule should contactthe Texas State Board of Pharmacy (www.tsbp.state.tx.us). Drug related felony convictionsautomatically disqualify an individual from takingthe PTCE. Other felony convictions may alsoprevent a person from taking this exam, at thediscretion of the PTCB. Questions about eligibilityfor the PTCE should be directed to the PharmacyTechnician Certification Board (www.ptcb.org).Graduation RequirementsTo earn a Certificate or Associate of AppliedScience in Pharmacy Technology, a studentmust meet all college graduation requirementsand complete all degree plan lecture and labcoursework with a minimum grade of “C” andsuccessfully pass the practicum course.ADVISORY COMMITTEELeonel Guerrero, RPh, Director of Pharmacy, CornerstonePharmacy; Dr. John Villarreal, University of Texas-PanAmerican; , CPhT, Walgreens Pharmacy; Adriana Pedraza,RPh. Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance; Julio Palacios, RPh.Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic; BeatriceGodines, RPh, Mission Regional Medical Center; AntonioCastillo, CPhT; Irene Mireles, CPhT, Doctor's Hospital atRenaissance; Victor de la Garza, RPh, CareFusion; DavidCastro, RPh, CareFusionNursing and Allied Health217

PHARMACYTECHNOLOGYCERTIFICATETSI ExemptFALL ADMISSIONPre-requisite Semester Credit HoursHITT 1305 Medical Terminology I.................. 3Speech Elective*.......................... 3VNSG 1420 Anatomy & PhysiologyFor Allied Health (or BIOL 2401).. 4PHRA 1301 Introduction to Pharmacy............. 3FIRST SEMESTERPHRA 1305 Drug Classification....................... 3PHRA 1309 Pharmaceutical Mathematics I..... 3PHRA 1202 Pharmacy Law ............................ 2PHRA 1206 Computerized DrugDelivery Systems ....................... 2SECOND SEMESTERPHRA 1345 Intravenous Admixture andSterile Compounding.................... 3PHRA 1349 Institutional Pharmacy Practice.... 3PHRA 1313 Community Pharmacy Practice.... 3PHRA 1404 Pharmacotherapy andDisease Process.......................... 4SUMMER SESSIONPHRA 1243 Capstone: Pharmacy TechnicianCertification Review..................... 2PHRA 1268 Capstone: Practicum ................... 2Total Credit Hours:.......... 40*SPCH 1311, or SPCH 1315, or SPCH 1318, or SPCH1321PHARMACYTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiablePre-requisite Semester Credit HoursHITT 1305 Medical Terminology I.................. 3Speech Elective*.......................... 3VNSG 1420 Anatomy & PhysiologyFor Allied Health (or BIOL 2401).. 4PHRA 1301 Introduction to Pharmacy............. 3FIRST SEMESTERPHRA 1305 Drug Classification....................... 3PHRA 1309 Pharmaceutical Mathematics I..... 3PHRA 1202 Pharmacy Law ............................ 2PHRA 1206 Computerized DrugDelivery Systems ....................... 2SECOND SEMESTERPHRA 1345 Intravenous Admixture andSterile Compounding.................... 3PHRA 1349 Institutional Pharmacy Practice.... 3PHRA 1313 Community Pharmacy Practice.... 3PHRA 1404 Pharmacotherapy andDisease Process.......................... 4SUMMER SESSIONPHRA 1243 Capstone: Pharmacy TechnicianCertification Review..................... 2PHRA 1268 Capstone: Practicum ................... 2THIRD SEMESTERPHRA 1340 Pharmacy Third Party Payment... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3PSYC 2301 General Psychology orPSYC 2314.................................. 3Humanities Elective...................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERPHRA 1541 Pharmacy Drug Therapy andTreatment..................................... 5SOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology.................. 3Math/Natural Sciences Elective... 4Total Credit Hours: ....... 64Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement*SPCH 1311, or SPCH 1315, or SPCH 1318, or SPCH1321218Nursing and Allied Health

Physical Therapist AssistantPhysical Therapist AssistantAssociate of Applied SciencePhysical Therapist Assistants, or PTA’s, areskilled health care providers who work under thesupervision of a physical therapist. PTAs assistthe physical therapist in implementing treatmentprograms to help restore or improve function,relieve pain, encourage independence, andeducate patients and their families.PTAs work with patients or clients in a varietyof areas such as hospitals, nursing homes, andoutpatient clinics, as well as in the home, inschools, and on the job. The main goal in physicaltherapy is to help people help themselves. Becauseof the humanitarian nature of this profession, PTAsmust have a genuine interest in caring for others.The Physical Therapist Assistant program isaccredited by the Commission on Accreditation inPhysical Therapy Education. Additional informationregarding accreditation may be on obtained fromthe Commission on Accreditation in PhysicalTherapy Education, 1111 North Fairfax Street,Alexandria, VA 22314; accreditation@apta.org.;(703) 684-2782 or (702) 706-3245.Program Admission RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. High School graduation or GED Equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Must take ACT plus Writing component. Achievea composite of a 19 or above on the ACT(English, Math, Reading and Sciencecomponents a minimum of 16 in all areas).ACT Writing component must be an 6 or above.Scores must be current within the last five years.E. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all transfer courses and coursescompleted at STC.F. Present documentation of a minimum of fifty(50 hours) of volunteer work experience underthe supervision of a PT or PTA in two differentsettings (Hospital, Nursing Home or OutpatientSetting). Home Health hours are not accepted.G. Participate in student advisement session withPTA faculty prior to registration.H. Earn a minimum grade of "B" in PTHA 1409Introduction to Physical Therapy within the last2 years.I. Complete all remaining prerequisites courseswith a minimum grade of "C" as listed In thedegree plan.J. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.K. Submit a completed PTA Program applicationby the posted deadline.Selection ProcessThe PTA Program selection process is based ona point system score. Students are ranked fromhighest to lowest utilizing verified points based onthe sum of 1) a computation score: degree planGPA times the number of degree plan coursesalready completed, and 2) "Documentation ofExperience Form" scores 3) Required ACT Testscores. Additional points will be awarded for:a "B" or better in College Success Course / orBachelors Degree or higher. Additional pointswill also be awarded for ACT scores above theminimum required scores. The 30 applicants withthe highest scores may be asked to participate ina second phase prior to final ranking. Applicantsare numerically ranked in descending order untilmaximum class size is reached.Due to program size limitations, a number ofapplicants who meet the program admissionsrequirements may not be admitted to the program.Qualified applications are ranked from highest tolowest points.Program ApplicationA new applicant pool is established for eachfall class. Applications will be available fromPTA faculty/staff advisors to students meetingadmission requirements. All students interestedin the program who are not granted admission(qualified or nonqualified) must reapply each yearif they wish to be considered for enrollment. Thedeadline for submission of completed applicationsis the Third Friday in May. Applicants will be notifiedof their status by mid-July. Please contact the PTAprogram’s office at (956) 872-3161 for additionalinformation.NOTE: Please see program WEB page for up-todateinformation regarding admission requirements,curriculum changes, selection criteria and procedures,and related Physical Therapy links at http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/Graduation RequirementsTo earn an Associate of Applied Science Degreeas a Physical Therapist Assistant, a studentmust meet college graduation requirements andcomplete all coursework as prescribed in thedegree plan with a minimum grade of “C.” Studentsmust achieve a minimum score of 75 percent topass all PTA courses. Students must also passthe Level II Exit Exam as a requirement of thefinal Capstone course. Licensure of Persons withhistory of Criminal Conviction / Substance Abuse4 According to the Texas Board of PhysicalTherapy Examiners PT Rules 343.5 theBoard may deny a license to or discipline anapplicant/respondent who has been found tohave a history of substance abuse.4 According to the Texas Board of PhysicalTherapy Examiners PT Rules 343.9 theBoard may revoke or suspend an existingvalid license, disqualify a person fromreceiving or renewing a license or deny to aNursing and Allied Health219

person the opportunity to be examined for alicense because of a person's conviction ofa felony or misdemeanor if the crime directlyrelates to the practice of physical therapy.Additional information regarding rules governinglicensure may be found In the complete PhysicalTherapy rules located on the Executive Council ofPhysical Therapy and Occupational Therapy website at www.ecptote.state.tx.usThe Board of Trustees approved a new BoardPolicy (#3337) on July 15, 2004 for all studentsparticipating in a Nursing or Allied Health Programclinical course. This policy requires all studentsto pass a criminal background check and drugscreening prior to enrolling in a clinical course.This policy is being implemented to ensure uniformcompliance with healthcare agency and statelicensing regulations.Students having questions about this rule shouldsee the Clinical Affairs Specialists, the PTAProgram Chair or the Dean of Nursing and AlliedHealth Division. All consultations are confidential.ADVISORY COMMITTEEKilo Alaniz, PTA, Knapp Medical Center; Efrain Guzman,PT, Spanish Meadows; Bertha Puig, PT (CommitteeChair), Puig Rehabilitation; Javier Rocha, PT, San MiguelMedical Supply; Robert Puig, DPT, St. Marie Clinic; EloisaHernandez-Cabrera, PT, Tru Rehab; Iris Duran, PTA, AptusTherapy ServicesPHYSICALTHERAPISTASSISTANTASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiablePre-requisite Semester Credit HoursBIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I............ 4HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communications.... 3ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3PTHA 1409 Introduction toPhysical Therapy.......................... 4FIRST SEMESTERBIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II........... 4PTHA 1405 Basic Patient Care Skills............. 4PTHA 1513 Functional Anatomy...................... 5PTHA 2201 Essentials of Data Collection....... 2SECOND SEMESTERPSYC 2314 Lifespan Growthand Development......................... 3PTHA 1321 Pathophysiology........................... 3PTHA 1531 Physical Agents............................ 5PTHA 2509 Therapeutic Exercise................... 5THIRD SEMESTERPTHA 1266 Practicum I ................................. 2PTHA 2431 Management ofNeurological Disorders................. 4PTHA 2435 Rehabilitation Techniques ........... 4*Humanities Elective.................... 3FOURTH SEMESTERPTHA 2266 Practicum II (6 weeks).................. 2PTHA 2267 Practicum III (6 weeks)................. 2PTHA 2339 CAPSTONE: Professional Issues.3Total Credit Hours:........ 68Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement*HUMANITIES ELECTIVE:Departmental Approval Required220Nursing and Allied Health

Radiologic TechnologyRadiologic TechnologyAssociate of Applied ScienceThe Radiologic Technology Program at South TexasCollege has received approval from the Texas HigherEducation Coordinating Board and falls under theSouthern Association of Colleges and SchoolsAccreditation Guidelines. Upon completion of theprogram, graduates are eligible to sit for the nationalcertification examination for Radiologic Technologyadministered by the American Registry of RadiologicTechnologists (ARRT). Upon successful completionof this exam, students will be a registered RadiologicTechnologist (Radiographer). The State of Texasrequires that individuals approved to sit for the nationalcertification examination also apply for state licensurebefore being allowed to practice in this state.This two-year program will prepare studentsfor a career as a Radiologic Technologist(Radiographer).Radiographers assist physicians calledRadiologists who specialize in using x-rays andother forms of ionizing radiation to diagnose andor rule out disease or treat injury.The radiographer is trained and educated in theuse of state-of-the-art specialized equipment;radiologic pharmaceuticals and contrast media;radiation safety; radiation protection; andradiographic procedures/positioning for thediagnosis of broken bones, tumors, disease, andmalfunction of organs, and the development andcritique of radiographs using conventional film ordigital imaging techniques. The rapid expansion ofmedical diagnostic imaging has greatly increasedthe diversity and utility of medical diagnosis.Program Admission RequirementsA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas CollegeB. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Be within three months of 18 years of age orolder (required by Bureau of RadiologicHealth & Safety Regulation).E. Achieve a composite score of 19 or above onthe ACT (minimum of 16 in all areas.)Scores must be within the last five years.F. Complete all prerequisite courses with aminimum grade of “C” as listed in thedegree plan.G. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all courses in the RADT degreeplan.H. Submit a completed Radiologic Technologyprogram application.I. Participate in individual student advisementwith RADT faculty prior to application.J. Submission of additional division andprogram materials as indicated in theadvisement session.Selection CriteriaThe RADT program selection criteria are basedupon a point system score comprised of degreeplan course G.P.A., number of degree plan coursescompleted, and required test scores.Due to program size limitations, a number ofapplicants who meet the program admissionsrequirements may not be admitted to the program.Qualified applications are ranked from highest tolowest points.Program ApplicationA new applicant pool is established for each falladmission period. All students interested in theprogram who are not granted admission (qualifiedand nonqualified) must reapply each year if theywish to be considered for enrollment.Application deadline is the last Friday in May.Applications are available from RADT facultyand will be discussed and completed duringadvisement. If you have questions, please call foran appointment (956) 872-3049.Note: Please see program WEB page for up-todateinformation regarding admission requirements,curriculum changes, selection criteria and procedures,and application revisions at http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/Graduation CriteriaTo earn an Associate of Applied Science inthe Radiologic Technology Program, a studentmust meet college graduation requirements andcomplete all coursework as prescribed in thedegree plan with a minimum grade of “C” in didacticcourses and minimum grade of “B” in the clinical/practicum courses.ADVISORY COMMITTEERafael C. Acosta, PhD, Physicist, South Texas CancerCenter; Joe Martinez, BS, RT (R), Director of Radiology, RioGrande Regional Hospital; Steve Cole, BS, RT (R), AssistantDirector, Rio Grande Regional Hospital; Kathy Levine, BS,RT (R); Carlos Pena, BS, RT (R), Assistant Director ofRadiology, McAllen Medical Center; Armaro Salinas, Jr.,B.S.M.T. (ASCP), Assistant Hospital Administrator, StarrCounty Memorial Hospital; Juan Medina, RT (R) and RaySegundo, BS, RT (R), Assistant Directors of Radiology,Mission Regional Medical Center; Sixto Garza, RT (R),Director of Radiology, Edinburg Children's Hospital; SandraYanez, BS, RT (R), Assistant Director of Radiology, DoctorsHospital at Renaissance; Robert Rivera, BS, RT (R), Director,Advanced Imaging Center; Tony Romero, MBA, RT (R), CEO,Regional Management ConsultantsNursing and Allied Health221

RADIOLOGICTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCETSI LiablePre-requisite Term Credit HoursBIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I............... 4MATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4ENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3FIRST SEMESTERBIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II.............. 4RADR 1409 Introduction to Radiographyand Patient Care.......................... 4RADR 1311 Basic Radiographic Procedures... 3RADR 1360 Clinical.......................................... 3SECOND SEMESTERPSYC 2301 General Psychology..................... 3RADR 1313 Principles of RadiographicImaging I...................................... 3RADR 2301 Intermediate RadiographicProcedures .................................. 3RADR 1266 Practicum I................................... 2THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION I)SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communications.... 3RADR 2305 Principles of RadiographicImaging II .................................... 3RADR 1267 Practicum II.................................. 2FOURTH SEMESTERRADR 2331 Advanced RadiographicProcedures................................... 3RADR 2309 Radiographic ImagingEquipment.................................... 3RADR 2266 Practicum III................................. 2FIFTH SEMESTER*Humanities Elective.................... 3RADR 2217 Radiographic Pathology............... 2RADR 2213 Radiation Biology & Protection..... 2RADR 2267 Practicum IV................................. 2SIXTH SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION II)RADR 2235 CAPSTONE: RadiologicTechnology Seminar..................... 2RADR 2166 CAPSTONE: Practicum V.......... 1Total Credits Hours:....... 67Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement*Humanities Elective:PHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics, PHIL 2303 Introductionto Logic, HUMA 1301 Introduction to the Humanities I222Nursing and Allied Health

Respiratory TherapyRespiratory TherapyAssociate of Applied ScienceThis two-year program will prepare the student’sknowledge, skills, and ethical attitude that willculminate in successful employment of thegraduate as a licensed respiratory therapist. Inturn, the graduate offers or provides optimal patientcare to the community.Graduation CriteriaTo earn an Associate of Applied Science in theRespiratory Therapy Program, a student mustmeet college graduation requirements andcomplete all coursework as prescribed in thedegree plan with a minimum grade of “C” in didacticcourses and minimum grade of “B” in the clinical/practicum courses.Program Admission Requirements:A. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas CollegeB. High School graduation or GED equivalent.C. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e., Texas Higher EducationAssessment (THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET,and/or COMPASS with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Complete all prerequisite courses with aminimum grade of “C” as listed in thedegree plan.E. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, on a4.0 scale in all courses in the RSPT degreeplan.F. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.G. Submit a completed Respiratory Therapyprogram application.H. Participate in individual student advisementwith Respiratory Therapy faculty prior toapplication.Selection CriteriaThe Respiratory Therapy program selection criteriaare based upon a point system score comprised ofdegree plan course G.P.A., number of degree plancourses, and required test scores. Due to programsize limitations, a number of applicants who meetthe program admissions requirements may not beadmitted to the program. Qualified applications areranked from highest to lowest points.Program ApplicationA new applicant pool is established for each falladmission period. All students interested in theprogram who are not granted admission (qualifiedand non-qualified) must reapply each year if theywish to be considered for enrollment.Application deadline is the third Friday in May.Applications are available from RT faculty and willbe discussed and completed during advisement. Ifyou have questions, please call for an appointmentat (956) 872-3102.Nursing and Allied Health223

RESPIRATORY THERAPYTSI LiablePre-requisite Semester Credit HoursENGL 1301 Composition................................. 3VNSG 1420 Anatomy & Physiologyfor Allied Health............................ 4MATH 1414 College Algebra............................ 4HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I................... 3Social/Behavioral ScienceElective*....................................... 3*Social/Behavioral Science Elective:PSYC 2301; PSYC 2314; SOCI 1301; or SOCI 1306**Speech Elective: SPCH 1311; SPCH 1315; or SPCH1318***Humanities Elective: PHIL 2306; PHIL 2303; orHUMA 1301FIRST SEMESTER (FALL)BIOL 2421 Microbiology................................. 4Speech Elective**......................... 3Humanities Elective***................. 3RSPT 2217 Respiratory Care Pharmacology.. 2SECOND SEMESTER (SPRING)RSPT 2305 Pulmonary Diagnostics................ 3RSPT 1429 Respiratory CareFundamentals l............................. 4RSPT 2310 Cardiopulmonary Disease............ 3RSPT 1325 Respiratory Care Sciences.......... 3THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION lll)RSPT 1331 Respiratory CareFundamentals ll............................ 3RSPT 1137 Basic DysrhythmiaInterpretation................................ 1RSPT 1266 Practicum I................................... 2FOURTH SEMESTER (FALL)RSPT 2314 Mechanical Ventilation................. 3RSPT 1141 Respiratory Home Care/Rehabilitation............................... 1RSPT 2453 Neonatal/PediatricCardiopulmonary Care................. 4RSPT 2139 Advanced Cardiac Life Support... 1RSPT 1267 Practicum ll................................... 2FIFTH SEMESTER (SPRING)RSPT 2419 Mechanical Ventilation for theNeonatal/Pediatric Patient............ 4RSPT 2266 Practicum lll.................................. 2RSPT 2231 CAPSTONE: Simulations inRespiratory Care.......................... 2SIXTH SEMESTER (SUMMER l)RSPT 2366 Practicum IV................................. 3RSPT 2230 CAPSTONE: ExaminationPreparation................................... 2Total Credit Hours:........ 72Identifies courses to fulfill minimum 15 credit hourGeneral Education Requirement224Nursing and Allied Health

Vocational NursingVocational NursingCertificateThis intensive three or four-semester programoffers classroom instruction and related clinicalpractice in the four basic areas of nursing care:adults, mothers and newborns, children, and theelderly. Graduates of this program will have awide array of opportunities for providing nursingcare for patients in structured health care settings.Patients cared for by Vocational Nurses typicallyare experiencing common, well-defined healthproblems with predictable outcomes.Students seeking entry in the Vocational Nursingprogram must file a program specific applicationand complete additional admission proceduresas required (see VN advisor for specific criteria,courses and procedures).Program Admission RequirementsVocational NursingA. All applicants must meet general admissionrequirements to South Texas College.B. Must have a high school transcript, GED andor HS equivalency on file with STC AdmissionsofficeC. Demonstrate proficiency in state-mandatedgeneral knowledge content through approvedmeans; i.e.,Texas Higher Education Assessment(THEA), ACCUPLACER, ASSET, COMPASSand/or course work with program specificexemptions accepted.D. Participate in individual student advisementwith VN faculty prior to application.E. Submit a completed Vocational Nursingprogram application.F. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a4.0 scale for all courses completed at STCG. Earn a minimum grade of “B” in MedicalTerminology and Anatomy & Physiologycourses.H. Satisfy program specific requirements forclinical practice.Selection ProcessSelection criteria of the vocational nursingprogram is based on a point system of grade pointaverage, courses completed, work experience, andcertification in the health field.Qualified applications are ranked from highest tolowest points. Ranking of students with the samescores will be in the following priority:- First priority: Alternates to previous yearsapplicant pool- Second priority: Number of courses completedDue to program size limitations, a number ofapplicants who meet the program admissionsrequirements may not be admitted to the program.Site Selection: Site placement (Starr, Mid-Valley,and McAllen) is determined following groupranking of the applicant pool. Students are giventhe opportunity to select a program site in theacceptance letter.If more accepted applicants are given for aparticular site, preference is given to the homeaddress in ranking order. Students that cannotbe accommodated at their home site will be givena second site preference according to ranking.Program ApplicationA new applicant pool is established for each classadmission. All students interested in the programwho are not granted admission must reapply forthe next available class.Applications are available annually by appointmentfor designated class admissions. A class is selectedevery spring for fall admission. See program chairfor schedule of traditional 3-semester option,extended 4-semester option, and programavailability at McAllen, Starr County, and Mid-Valley Campus sites.NOTE:Please see program WEB page for up-todateinformation regarding admission requirements,curriculum changes, selection criteria and procedures,and application revisions at http://nah.southtexascollege.edu/Graduation RequirementsTo earn a certificate in Vocational Nursing, a studentmust meet college graduation requirements andcomplete all coursework as prescribed in thedegree plan with a minimum grade of “C.”Licensure of Persons with CriminalConvictionsAccording to the Nurse Practice Act (Rule 239.12),the Board of Nurse Examiners may deny a personadmission to its licensure examinations and mayrefuse to issue a license to any individual whohas been convicted of a felony, a misdemeanorinvolving moral turpitude, or engaged in conductresulting in a revocation of probation imposedpursuant to such conviction. Students havingquestions about this rule should see a the ClinicalAffair Specialist, VN Program Director, or theDean of Nursing and Allied Health division. Allconsultations are confidential.ADVISORY COMMITTEEJose F. Aguilar, RN, Director of Education, Knapp MedicalCenter; John Cuellar, Community representative; CarlLueg, President/Owner, Twinbrooke South Nursing Home;Betty Martinez, LVN; Kathleen Mowery, RN, Director ofEducation, Mission Regional Medical Center; Thalia Munoz,RN, Administrator, Starr County Memorial Hospital; MacarioVillarreal, RN, Director of Nursing, Retama Nursing Center,Rio Grande City; Dalanne Garza, LVN, Retama NursingCenter, Rio Grande City; Pat Palomo, RN, Director ofEducation, Doctors Hospital Renaissance; Pilar Salinas,LVN, Staff Nurse, Mission Regional Medical Center; MarkDavis, RN, Education Department, Mission Regional MedicalCenter; Cindy Cardona, LVN, Case Manager, Knapp MedicalCenter; Amy Luna Garcia, LVN, Staff Nurse, Doctors HospitalRenaissanceNursing and Allied Health225

VOCATIONALNURSINGCERTIFICATETSI LiableTHREE SEMESTER OPTIONFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursVNSG 1420 Anatomy and Physiologyfor Allied Health............................ 4TECM 1371 Mathematics for AlliedHealth........................................... 3VNSG 1115 Disease Controland Prevention............................. 1VNSG 1116 Nutrition........................................ 1VNSG 1122 Vocational Nursing Concepts....... 1VNSG 1133 Growth and Development............ 1VNSG 1323 Basic Nursing Skills...................... 3VNSG 1160 Clinical I-A.................................... 1VNSG 1226 Gerontology.................................. 2VNSG 1161 Clinical I-B.................................... 1SECOND SEMESTERVNSG 1331 Pharmacology forVocational Nursing....................... 3VNSG 1429 Medical-Surgical Nursing I........... 4VNSG 1162 Clinical II-A................................... 1VNSG 2331 Advanced Nursing Skills.............. 3VNSG 1330 Maternal-Neonatal Nursing.......... 3VNSG 1334 Pediatrics..................................... 3VNSG 1261 Clinical II-B................................... 2THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)VNSG 1136 Mental Health.............................. 1VNSG 1138 Mental Illness.............................. 1VNSG 1432 Medical-Surgical Nursing II.......... 4VNSG 1362 Clinical III..................................... 3CAPSTONE: Successfully passing VNSG 1432 andVNSG 1362Total Credit Hours:........ 46VOCATIONALNURSINGCERTIFICATETSI LiableFOUR SEMESTER OPTIONFIRST SEMESTER Credit HoursVNSG 1420 Anatomy and Physiologyfor Allied Health............................ 4TECM 1371 Mathematics for AlliedHealth........................................... 3VNSG 1115 Disease Control and Prevention.. 1VNSG 1116 Nutrition........................................ 1VNSG 1122 Vocational Nursing Concepts....... 1VNSG 1133 Growth and Development............ 1VNSG 1160 Clinical I-A.................................... 1VNSG 1323 Basic Nursing Skills...................... 3SECOND SEMESTERVNSG 1226 Gerontology.................................. 2VNSG 1161 Clinical I-B.................................... 1VNSG 1331 Pharmacology forVocational Nursing....................... 3VNSG 1429 Medical-Surgical Nursing I........... 4VNSG 1162 Clinical II-A................................... 1VNSG 2331 Advanced Nursing Skills.............. 3THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER SESSION)VNSG 1330 Maternal-Neonatal Nursing.......... 3VNSG 1334 Pediatrics..................................... 3VNSG 1261 Clinical II-B................................... 2FOURTH SEMESTERVNSG 1136 Mental Health............................... 1VNSG 1138 Mental Illness............................... 1VNSG 1432 Medical-Surgical Nursing II.......... 4VNSG 1362 Clinical III...................................... 3CAPSTONE: Successfully passing VNSG 1432 andVNSG 1362Total Credit Hours:........ 46226Nursing and Allied Health

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ACCOUNTING◆ACCT 2401PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of underlying principles of accounting thatincludes classifying and recording financial transactionsand reporting the results of the transactions in formalfinancial statements. Financial accounting systems andreporting issues are also included in the study.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303 or completion of MATH 0085 orequivalent.◆ACCT 2402PRINCIPLES OF MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of the principles of managerial accountingthat encompasses cost system design, cost managementand strategic management.Prerequisite: ACCT 2401.ACNT 1303INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of analyzing, classifying, andrecording business transactions in a manual andcomputerized environment. Emphasis is placed onunderstanding the complete accounting cycle andpreparing financial statements, bank reconciliation,and payroll.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 and MATH 0080 orequivalent.ACNT 1304INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of accounting for merchandising,notes payable, notes receivable, valuation of receivablesand equipment, and valuation of inventories in a manualand computerized environment.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303.ACNT 1311INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERIZEDACCOUNTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is an introduction to utilizing the computerin maintaining accounting records, making managementdecisions, and processing common business applicationswith primary emphasis on a general ledger package.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303, ITSC 1409 or COSC 1301.ACNT 1329PAYROLL & BUSINESS TAX ACCOUNTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of payroll procedures, taxingentities, and reporting requirements of local, state, andfederal taxing authorities in a manual and computerizedenvironment.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303.ACNT 1331FEDERAL INCOME TAX: INDIVIDUALCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of the federal tax laws currentlyimplemented by the IRS, providing a working knowledgeof preparing income tax returns for the individual.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303.ACNT 2309COST ACCOUNTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of budgeting, cost analysis andcost control systems using traditional and contemporarycosting methods and theories in decision making,◆ = DENOTES COLLEGE TRANSFERABLE COURSESincluding a detailed study of manufacturing cost accountsand reports, job order costing, and process costing.An introduction to alternative costing methods such asactivity-based and just-in-time costing is included.Prerequisite: ACCT 2401 and ACCT 2402.ACNT 2330GOVERNMENTAL AND NOT-FOR-PROFITACCOUNTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of basic concepts and techniques offund accounting and financial reporting for governmentaland not-for-profit entities. The accounting cycle for fundsand account groups and related financial statements willalso be covered.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303.ACNT 2331INTERNAL CONTROL AND AUDITINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is the study of internal controls and auditingstandards and processing used by internal auditors,managers, and independent public accountants.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303.ADMINISTRATIVEOFFICE CAREERSPOFI 1349SPREADSHEETSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides in-depth coverage in the use ofspreadsheet software for business applications.Prerequisite: None.POFI 2301WORD PROCESSINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides in-depth coverage of wordprocessing software focusing on business applications.Prerequisite: POFT 1227 or permission from the department.POFI 2340ADVANCED WORD PROCESSINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of the study of wordprocessing including advanced techniques in merging,macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. It includesextensive formatting for technical documents. Emphasisis on business applications.Prerequisite: POFI 2301.POFL 1303LEGAL OFFICE PROCEDURES ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of the administrative duties ofsupport personnel in a law office including issues involvedin understanding and using social, organizational, andtechnological systems.Prerequisite: POFT 1329 or permission from the department.POFL 1305LEGAL TERMINOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to legal terminologyincluding spelling, pronunciation and definition of legalterms and an overview of the law and the professions.Prerequisite: None.POFL 1340LEGAL OFFICE PROCEDURES IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of Legal Office ProceduresI that will include legal terminology, theory, forms andprocedures in selected areas of law, with applicationsdesigned to require students to use critical thinking skills.Prerequisite: POFL 1303.228 Course Descriptions

POFL 1355LEGAL ISSUES AND MEDICAL RECORDSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of the legal issues regardingmedical documents.Prerequisite: POFT 1329 and POFL 1305.POFL 1359LEGAL TRANSCRIPTIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course covers comprehensive legal vocabulary.It includes organizing and transcribing documents ina law office.Prerequisite: POFT 1329 and POFT 1301.POFL 2264CAPSTONE: PRACTICUMCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:16This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Students enrolled in the certificate program musthave completed 30 semester credit hours.Students enrolledin the Associate Degree program must have completed 46semester credit hours.POFL 2301LEGAL DOCUMENT PROCESSINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course teaches the student skill development inthe production of legal documents used in the legal andcourt systems.Prerequisite: POFT 1329.POFT 1227INTRODUCTION TO KEYBOARDINGCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:03This course will teach the student skill developmentin keyboarding with emphasis on alphabet, number,acceptable speed and accuracy, and symbol keys bytouch. Skills can be applied to computers, typewriters,and other equipment with keyboards.Prerequisite: None.POFT 1301BUSINESS ENGLISHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to a practical applicationof basic language usage skills with emphasis onfundamentals of writing and editing for business.Prerequisite: None.POFT 1309ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of current office proceduresincluding telephone skills, time management, travel andmeeting arrangements, mail processing, and other dutiesand responsibilities in an office environment.Prerequisite: None.POFT 1319RECORDS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to basic records andinformation management. It includes the life cycle of arecord, manual and electronic records management, andbasic filing procedures and rules.Prerequisite: None.POFT 1321BUSINESS MATHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides the student instruction in thefundamentals of business mathematics includinganalytical and problem-solving skills for critical thinkingin business applications.Prerequisite: None.POFT 1328BUSINESS PRESENTATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides skill development in planning andconducting business presentations on an individual and/or group basis including communication and media skills.Prerequisite: POFT 1227 or permission from the department.POFT 1329BEGINNING KEYBOARDINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course will teach the student skill development inthe operation of the keyboard by touch applying properkeyboarding techniques. Emphasis is placed on thedevelopment of acceptable speed and accuracy levelsand formatting basic documents.Prerequisite: POFT 1227, or permission from the department.POFT 1349ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course explores advanced office application witha special emphasis on decision making, goal setting,management theories, and critical thinking.Prerequisite: POFT 1309, POFT 1319, POFI 1349, POFI 2340,and POFT 1328.POFT 2264CAPSTONE: PRACTICUMCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:16This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Students enrolled in the certificate program musthave completed 30 semester credit hours. Students enrolledin the Associate Degree program must have completed 46semester credit hours.POFT 2303SPEED AND ACCURACY BUILDINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course teaches how to review, correct, improve, and/or perfect touch keyboarding techniques for the purposeof increasing speed and improving accuracy.Prerequisite: POFT 1329.POFT 2312BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE ANDCOMMUNICATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course teaches the development of writing andpresentation skills required to produce effective businessdocuments.Prerequisite: POFT 1301.POFT 2331ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course covers advanced concepts of projectmanagement and office procedures utilizing integration ofpreviously learned office skills and software applications.Prerequisite: POFT 1349 or POFL 1340.AMERICAN SIGNLANGUAGE ANDINTERPRETERSTUDIESSLNG 1207INTRA-LINGUAL SKILLS FOR INTERPRETERSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:01This course will concentrate on the development ofintra-lingual (English to English) skills necessary forinter-lingual (English to ASL/ASL to English) skillsCourse Descriptions229

development. It will focus on linguistic/cognitive skillsdevelopment in the areas of: abstracting, summarizing,paraphrasing, auditory and visual memory, shadowing,dual tasking, and decalage.Prerequisite: ENGL 1301, DRAM 1351, SPCH 1318, SLNG1304, SLNG 1300.SLNG 1300FUNDAMENTALS AND DEAF SUPPORTSPECIALIST/SERVICE PROVIDERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is designed to instruct students in howto work with deaf consumers in a variety of settings,including but not limited to, job coaching, mentoring,tutoring, and/or advocacy work.Prerequisite: None.SLNG 1304AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is an introduction to the basic skills neededin the production and comprehension of AmericanSign Language (ASL). Course work includes focus onthe manual alphabet, numbers, conversational skills,culturally appropriate behaviors, and ASL grammar.Prerequisite: None.SLNG 1305AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01ASL Beginning II develops receptive and expressiveability and allows for recognition and demonstration ofmore sophisticated grammatical features of AmericanSign Language (ASL). This course Increases fluency andaccuracy In fingerspelling and numbers, and providesopportunities for interaction within the deaf community.Prerequisite: SLNG 1304 or SGNL 1301.SLNG 1311FINGERSPELLING AND NUMBERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course develops expressive and receptivefingerspelling skills. Receptive skills focus on wholewordand phrase recognition as well as identifyingfingerspelling words in context. Expressive skills focuson the development of speed, clarity, and fluency.Prerequisite: SLNG 1304 or SGNL 1301.SLNG 1315VISUAL/GESTURAL COMMUNICATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course develops skills in non-verbal communication.This course emphasizes the use and understandingof facial expressions, gestures, pantomime, and bodylanguage. Instructional methods include the creationand/or performance of stories using these elements.Prerequisite: SLNG 1304 or SGNL 1301.SLNG 1317INTRODUCTION TO THE DEAF COMMUNITYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the physical, educational,social, and cultural implications of deafness and hearingloss within the context of an individual’s personal life,family and community In today’s multicultural society.Coursework focuses on current educational andvocational programs, legislation, technology, and otherpertinent issues.Prerequisite: None.SLNG 1321INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERPRETINGPROFESSIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the field of sign languageinterpretation. The class provides a historical frameworkfor the principles, ethics, roles, responsibilities, andstandard practices of the interpreting profession.Prerequisite: None.SLNG 1341AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course integrates and refines expressive andreceptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL), whichincludes recognition of sociolinguistic variations. Thepreferred method of instruction will be a practice orientedapproach to language acquisition, which includes theuse of multimedia.Prerequisite: SLNG 1305 or SGNL 1302.SLNG 1345AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) IVCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is an integration of expressive and receptiveskills in American Sign Language with emphasis onliterature, discourse styles, and contextualization at anintermediate level. It provides students with informationon idiomatic/colloquial usages of signs, as well asgrammatical structures for complex sentences.Prerequisite: SLNG 1344 or SGNL 2301.SLNG 1347DEAF CULTURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides a historical and contemporaryperspective of American deaf culture using a socioculturalmodel. Topics addressed include cultural identity, corevalues, group norms, communication, and language aswell as significant contributions made by deaf people tothe world community.Prerequisite: None.SLNG 1350SIGN-TO-VOICECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course provides skill development in interpretingand transliterating from American Sign Language andother modes of communication to English and analysis ofincreasingly complex tasks utilizing simulated interpretingexperiences including skills analysis and peer evaluation.Prerequisite: SLNG 1305 or SGNL 1302.SLNG 2187CAPSTONE: INTERNSHIP I -SIGN LANGUAGEINTERPRETERCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:06Internship I is an experience external to the college foran advanced student in a specialized field involving awritten agreement between the educational institutionand a business or industry. Mentored and supervised bya workplace employee, the student achieves objectivesthat are developed and documented by the college thatare directly related to specific occupational outcomes.This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This coursemay be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.Prerequisite: Permission from the Department.SLNG 2188CAPSTONE: INTERNSHIP II - DEAF SUPPORTSPECIALISTCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:06Internship II is an experience external to the college foran advanced student in a specialized field involving awritten agreement between the educational institutionand a business or industry. Mentored and supervised bya workplace employee, the student achieves objectivesthat are developed and documented by the college thatare directly related to specific occupational outcomes.This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This coursemay be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.Prerequisite: Permission from the Department.230 Course Descriptions

SLNG 2189CAPSTONE: INTERNSHIP III- SIGN LANGUAGEINTERPRETERCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:06Internship III is an experience external to the college foran advanced student in a specialized field involving awritten agreement between the educational institutionand a business or industry. Mentored and supervised bya workplace employee, the student achieves objectivesthat are developed and documented by the college thatare directly related to specific occupational outcomes.This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This coursemay be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.Prerequisite: Permission from the Department.SLNG 2238ADVANCED VISUAL/GESTURALCOMMUNICATIONSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:01This advanced course provides further developmentusing non-verbal communication. Complex classifierswill be discussed as well as how to incorporate classifiersin the interpretation process.Prerequisite: SLNG 1315, SLNG 1345 or SGNL 2302.SLNG 2303TRANSLITERATINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This is a practice-oriented course designed to developthe foundation skills necessary for rendering spokenEnglish into a manually coded English format, and from amanually coded English system into spoken English. Anintegral part of this course will be defining, recognizing,and incorporating features of transliterations.Prerequisite: ENGL 1301, DRAM 1351, SPCH 1318, BIOL2401, PSYC 2301, PHIL 2306, SLNG 1321, SLNG 1311,SLNG 1315, SLNG 1347, SLNG 1344 or SGNL 2301, SLNG2187, SLNG 2401, SLNG 1345, SLNG 2411, SLNG 1350, andMid-Program Evaluation.SLNG 2330ADVANCED TECHNIQUES FOR DEAF SUPPORTSPECIALIST/SERVICE PROVIDERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course incorporates practical general training andexperiences in a structured classroom setting. Studentswill participate in various role-playing activities including,but not limited to, job coaching, mentoring, literacy,tutoring, and advocacy work.Prerequisite: SLNG 1345 or SGNL 2302, SLNG 1300.SLNG 2370TRILINGUAL INTERPRETING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course will include the development of inter-lingualskills (English to Spanish / Spanish to English / AmericanSign Language (ASL) to Spanish / Spanish to ASL). Thestudent will begin to demonstrate an ability to producedynamic equivalence from a source language to a targetlanguage with an emphasis in Spanish to ASL and ASLto Spanish.Prerequisite: Certification.SLNG 2372TRILINGUAL INTERPRETING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course will focus on the enhancement of trilingualinterpreting skills with continued exposure of morecomplex source material. This will include trilingualinterpreting experiences through the use of multimediamaterials in the classroom.Prerequisite: SLNG 2370 and SPAN 2311.SLNG 2373LATINO INTERPRETING ISSUESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides a historical and contemporaryperspective of Latino cultures with an emphasis onMexican-American culture. Topics include culturalvalues, group norms, communication, languagedifferences among Latinos, and standard practices ofthe interpreting profession.Prerequisite: Certification, SLNG 1321.SLNG 2401INTERPRETING ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03Interpreting I is an overview of the interpreting processand current models. It introduces the skills necessaryto achieve message equivalency in interpreting. Thestudent will identify interpreting process models andwill apply these models to text analysis. The student willdifferentiate contextual factors affecting language usagein the interpreting process, and will begin to demonstratean ability to produce dynamic equivalence from sourcelanguage to target language.Prerequisite: ENGL 1301, DRAM 1351, SPCH 1318, BIOL2401, PSYC 2301, PHIL 2306, SLNG 1321, SLNG 1311,SLNG 1315, SLNG 1347, SLNG 1344 or SGNL 2301, andMid-Program Evaluation.SLNG 2402INTERPRETING IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03Interpreting II is an overview of the interpreting processand current models. It introduces the skills necessaryto achieve message equivalency in interpreting. Thestudent will identify interpreting process models andwill apply these models to text analysis. The student willdifferentiate contextual factors affecting language usagein the interpreting process, and will begin to demonstratean ability to produce dynamic equivalence from sourcelanguage to target language.Prerequisite: ENGL 1301, DRAM 1351, SPCH 1318, BIOL2401, PSYC 2301, PHIL 2306, SLNG 1321, SLNG 1311,SLNG 1315, SLNG 1347, SLNG 1345 or SGNL 2302, SLNG2187, SLNG 2401, and Mid-Program Evaluation.SLNG 2411INTERPRETING IN SPECIALIZED SETTINGSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01This course focuses on interpreting/transliterating forspecial populations (e.g., deaf/blind, high visual, oraldeaf) in a variety of settings (e.g., religious, artistic,medical, legal, mental health). Activities are designed toreinforce basic theories and techniques related to workingwith special populations in various settings.Prerequisite: SLNG 1321, SLNG 1344 or SGNL 2301.SLNG 2434AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) VCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:02This course will provide students with expandingknowledge and utilization of American Sign Language(ASL) vocabulary demonstrating semantic accuracyand discourse strategies. Theory and practice of majorlinguistic principles In ASL will be discussed.Prerequisite: ENGL 1301, DRAM 1351, SPCH 1318, BIOL2401, PSYC 2301, PHIL 2306, SLNG 1321, SLNG 1311,SLNG 1315, SLNG 1347, SLNG 1344 or SGNL 2301, SLNG2187, SLNG 2401, SLNG 1345, SLNG 2411, SLNG 1350, andMid-Program Evaluation.SLNG 2431INTERPRETING IIICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a practice-oriented course designed to strengthenskills in the integration and application of cognitiveprocessing for more complex source material. Continuedexposure to simulated interpreting experiences throughthe use of multimedia materials will be incorporated intoclassroom activities.Prerequisite: ENGL 1301, DRAM 1351, SPCH 1318, BIOL2401, PSYC 2301, PHIL 2306, SLNG 1321, SLNG 1311,SLNG 1315, SLNG 1347, SLNG 1345 or SGNL 2302, SLNG2187, SLNG 2188, and Mid-Program Evaluation.Course Descriptions231

ANTHROPOLOGY◆ANTH 2301PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course serves as an introduction to the theory ofhuman evolution, the study of different hominid species,prehistoric development, and the emergence of culture. Italso covers the primary elements of biological, cultural,and social evolution of humans from past to present day.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆ANTH 2302INTRODUCTION TO ARCHEOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course serves as an introduction to the history,methods, theory, methods of data collection and analysisin the field of modern archeology. It also covers the majorevents in the development of the world’s cultures.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆ANTH 2346GENERAL ANTHROPOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a study of human beings, their antecedentsand related primates and their cultural behavior andinstitutions. This course introduces the major subfields:physical and cultural anthropology, archaeology,linguistics and ethnology. (Cross-listed as HUMA 2323.)Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆ANTH 2351CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers key concepts, methods and theoryin the study of cultural diversity, social institutions,linguistics, and cultural change among world peoples.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.ART◆ARTS 1301ART APPRECIATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course concentrates on values and meanings inthe visual arts, including evaluation of selected works.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆ARTS 1303ART SURVEY ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an examination of painting, sculpture, architecture,and other arts from prehistory through the middle ages.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆ARTS 1304ART SURVEY IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an examination of painting, sculpture, architecture,and other arts from the middle ages to the present day.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0090 or equivalent.◆ARTS 1311DESIGN ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course focuses on the elements andprinciples of art with emphasis on two-dimensionalconcepts. The development and application of criticalthinking is also emphasized.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 1312DESIGN IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course focuses on the elements andprinciples of art with emphasis on three-dimensionalconcepts. The development and application of criticalthinking is also emphasized.Prerequisite: ARTS 1311 or approval of the instructor.◆ARTS 1316DRAWING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course focuses on the investigation ofdrawing media and techniques including descriptive andexpressive possibilities.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 1317DRAWING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course is a further investigation of drawingmedia and techniques with emphasis on personalexpression.Prerequisite: ARTS 1316 or approval of instructor.◆ARTS 2289ACADEMIC COOPERATIVECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:05This course is an instructional program designed tointegrate on-campus study with practical hands-on workexperience as a practicing artist. In conjunction with classseminars, the individual student will set specific goalsand objectives in the study and/or practice of studio artand/or art history.Prerequisite: ARTS 1311, ARTS 1312, ARTS 1316, ARTS 1317.◆ARTS 2313DESIGN COMMUNICATIONS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course explores the communication of ideasthrough processes and techniques of graphic designand illustrations. The translation of verbal language intovisual language through a variety of media and softwarewill be covered.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆ARTS 2314DESIGN COMMUNICATIONS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course explores the communication of ideasthrough processes and techniques of graphic designand illustrations. It is a continuation of ARTS 2313and focuses on more complex approaches to visualtranslation.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent andARTS 2313.◆ARTS 2316PAINTING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course explores the potential of paintingmedia with an emphasis on color, composition and thedynamics of vision.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 2317PAINTING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course is a further investigation of paintingmedia and techniques with emphasis on personalexpression. This course may be repeated once for anadditional three credit hours as a study in advancedproblems and techniques.Prerequisite: ARTS 2316 or approval of the instructor.232 Course Descriptions

◆ARTS 2323DRAWING IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a further investigation of drawing mediaand techniques with further emphasis on personalexpression and concepts. This course can be repeatedonce for an additional three credit hours as a study inadvanced problems or techniques.Prerequisite: ARTS 1317 or approval of the instructor.◆ARTS 2324DRAWING IVCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a further investigation of drawing mediaand techniques with further emphasis on personalexpression, concepts and development. This course canbe repeated once for an additional three credit hours asa study in advanced problems or techniques.Prerequisite: ARTS 2323 or approval of the instructor.◆ARTS 2326SCULPTURE ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course explores the potential of threedimensionalform in a variety of media.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 2327SCULPTURE IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course is a further investigation of threedimensionalform in a variety of media with emphasison personal expression. This course may be repeatedonce for an additional three credit hours in advancedproblems and techniques.Prerequisite: ARTS 2326 or approval of the instructor.◆ARTS 2333PRINTMAKING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course explores the use of basic printmakingmedia and techniques.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 2334PRINTMAKING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course is a further investigation of basicprintmaking media and techniques with emphasis onpersonal expression. This course may be repeated oncefor an additional three credit hours in advanced problemsand techniques.Prerequisite: ARTS 2333 or approval of instructor.◆ARTS 2341ART METALS / JEWELRY DESIGN ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an exploration of ideas using basictechniques in jewelry and metal construction.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 2342ART METALS / JEWELRY DESIGN IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a continued exploration of ideas usingtechniques in jewelry and metal construction.Prerequisite: ARTS 2341 or approval of instructor.◆ARTS 2346CERAMICS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course explores the preparation andmanipulation of clay for the creation of ceramics.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 2347CERAMICS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio course is a further investigation of thepreparation and manipulation of clay for the creationof ceramics. This course may be repeated once for anadditional three credit hours as a study in advancedproblems and techniques.Prerequisite: ARTS 2346 or approval of instructor.◆ARTS 2348DIGITAL ART ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio art course explores the potential of thecomputer hardware and software medium for their visual,conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts.Prerequisite: None.◆ARTS 2349DIGITAL ART IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This studio art course is a continued exploration ofthe potential of the computer hardware and softwaremedium for their visual, conceptual, and practical usesin the visual arts.Prerequisite: ARTS 2348 or approval of instructor.◆ARTS 2356PHOTOGRAPHY I * (Fine Arts Emphasis)CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the basics ofphotography. It includes camera operation, techniques,and presentation skills. Emphasis is placed on design,history, and contemporary trends as a means ofdeveloping an understanding of photographic aesthetics.Prerequisite: None.*Additional material costs for paper and printing will berequired in this course and is the responsibility of the studentto purchase these materials when needed.◆ARTS 2357PHOTOGRAPHY II * (Fine Arts Emphasis)CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a further investigation of the processes andaesthetics of photography with an emphasis on personaldevelopment. The course can be repeated once for anadditional three credit hours as a study in AdvancedProblems and Techniques.Prerequisite: ARTS 2356 or approval of instructor.*Additional material costs for paper and printing will berequired in this course and is the responsibility of the studentto purchase these materials when needed.ASSOCIATE DEGREENURSINGRNSG 1162TRANSITIONAL CLINICALCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:04This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializednursing theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision isprovided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to ADN Transition Option Track withan unencumbered LVN license.RNSG 1163CLINICAL-PARAMEDIC TO RNCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:04This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills and concepts.Direct supervision is provided by the clinical instructor.Course Descriptions233

Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate Degree NursingParamedic to RN Option Track with a non-encumberedparamedic license; or Administrative Approval.RNSG 1205NURSING SKILLS ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the concepts and principlesessential for demonstrating competence in theperformance of nursing procedures. Topics includeknowledge, judgment, skills, and professional valueswithin a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: Admission to the Professional Nursing Programor administrative approval.RNSG 1209INTRODUCTION TO NURSINGCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course offers an overview of nursing and the role ofthe professional nurse as a provider of care, coordinatorof care, and member of the profession. Topics includeknowledge, judgment, skills and professional valueswithin a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: TSI complete and an ACT composite score of 19and approval of the ADN faculty only.RNSG 1244NURSING SKILLS IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the concepts and principlesnecessary to perform intermediate or advanced nursingskills and demonstrate competence in the performanceof nursing procedures. Topics that will be covered includeknowledge, judgment, skills and professional valueswithin a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: RNSG 1413, RNSG 1205, RNSG 1362, BIOL2401, RNSG 1301, or administrative approval.RNSG 1251CARE OF THE CHILDBEARING FAMILYCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:01This course is the study of concepts related to theprovision of nursing care for childbearing families. Topicsinclude selected complications. Topics also includeknowledge, judgment, skills, and professional valueswithin a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: BIOL 2402, RNSG 2213, RNSG 1341, RNSG2262, RNSG 2263, and RNSG 1244.RNSG 1260CLINICAL-PEDIATRICS/MATERNAL/INFANTCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts to the careof childbearing families and children from infant toadolescent. Direct supervision is provided by the clinicalprofessional.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN program; RNSG 1327,RNSG 1162, RNSG 1301 or administrative approval.RNSG 1301PHARMACOLOGY FOR PROFESSIONALNURSINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the science ofpharmacology with emphasis on the actions, interactions,adverse effects, and nursing implications of each drugclassification. Topics include the roles and responsibilitiesof the nurse in the safe administration of medicationswithin a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: Admission to the Professional Nursing Programor administrative approval.RNSG 1327TRANSITION FROM VOCATIONAL TOPROFESSIONAL NURSINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01Topics related to Professional Nursing Care in thiscourse include health promotion, expanded healthassessment, analysis of data, nursing process, nursingprocess, pharmacology, multi-disciplinary teamwork, andcommunication. Applicable competencies in knowledge,judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework throughout the lifespan are examined.Concurrent clinical placement is required.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN Transition Option Trackwith unencumbered LVN license.RNSG 1341COMMON CONCEPTS OF ADULT HEALTHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00In this course, students will study the general principles ofcaring for selected adult clients and families in structuredsettings with common medical-surgical health careneeds related to each body system. Emphasis will beon knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional valueswithin a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: BIOL 2401, RNSG 1413, RNSG 1362, RNSG1205, RNSG 1301 or administrative approval.RNSG 1362CLINICAL ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:12This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to ADN Program and RNSG 1209.RNSG 1412NURSING CARE FOR THE CHILDBEARING ANDCHILDREARING FAMILYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:0Concepts and principles of professional nursing relatedto the provision of nursing care for childbearing andchildrearing families. Application of systematic problemsolvingprocesses and critical thinking skills, including afocus on the childbearing family during preconception,prenatal, antipartum, neonatal, and postpartum periodsand the childrearing family from birth to adolescence. Itincludes competency in knowledge, judgment, skill, andprofessional values within a legal/ethical framework isexamined.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN program or administrativeapproval. Clinical Co-requisite recommended.RNSG 1413FOUNDATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01This course provides an introduction to the role of theprofessional nurse as a provider of care, coordinator ofcare, and member of the profession. Topics include butare not limited to the fundamental concepts of nursingpractice, history of professional nursing, a systematicframework for decision making, mechanisms of disease,the needs and problems that nurses help patientsmanage, and basic psychomotor skills. Emphasis isplaced on knowledge, judgment, skills, and professionalvalues within a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN program and RNSG 1209.RNSG 1517CONCEPTS OF NURSING PRACTICE I FORARTICULATING STUDENTSCRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:02This course provides the articulating student paramedicthe opportunity to examine the role of the professionalnurse; make application of a systematic problem solvingprocess and critical thinking skills which includes a234 Course Descriptions

focus on the adult population in selected settings; andcompetency in knowledge, judgment, nursing skills, andprofessional values within a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate Degree NursingParamedic to RN Option Track with a non-encumberedparamedic license; administrative approval. Concurrentenrollment in RNSG 1163 and RNSG 1301.RNSG 2121MANAGEMENT OF CLIENT CARECRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course is an exploration of leadership andmanagement principles applicable to the role of the nurseas a provider of care, coordinator of care, and memberof the profession. It will include application of knowledge,judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: SPCH 1311, RNSG 2201, RNSG 1251, RNSG2260, RNSG 2261 or administrative approval.RNSG 2163CLINICAL IVCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: RNSG 2201, RNSG 1251, RNSG 2260, RNSG2261, and SPCH 1311.RNSG 2201CARE OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIESCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:01This course is the study of concepts related to theprovision of nursing care for children and their families,emphasizing judgment, and professional values withina legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: BIOL 2402, RNSG 2213, RNSG 1341, RNSG2262, RNSG 2263, and RNSG 1244.RNSG 2213MENTAL HEALTH NURSINGCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:01This course will cover the principles and conceptsof mental health, psychopathology, and treatmentmodalities related to the nursing care of clients andtheir families.Prerequisite: BIOL 2401, RNSG 1413, RNSG 1362, RNSG1205, RNSG 1301, or administrative approval.RNSG 2260CLINICAL-PEDIATRICSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN program; BIOL 2402,RNSG 2213, RNSG 1341, RNSG 2262, RNSG 2263, andRNSG 1244.RNSG 2261CLINICAL-MATERNAL CHILD HEALTHCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN program; BIOL 2402,RNSG 2213, RNSG 1341, RNSG 2262, RNSG 2263, andRNSG 1244.RNSG 2262CLINICAL-MENTAL HEALTHCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN program; BIOL 2401,RNSG 1413, RNSG 1362, RNSG 1205, RNSG 1301 oradministrative approval.RNSG 2263CLINICAL-MEDICAL/SURGICALCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to the ADN program; BIOL 2401,RNSG 1413, RNSG 1362, RNSG 1205, RNSG 1301 oradministrative approval.RNSG 2331ADVANCED CONCEPTS OF ADULT HEALTHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course includes the application of advanced conceptsand skills for the development of the professional nurse’srole in complex nursing situations with adult clients/families with complex health needs that involve multiplebody systems alterations in intermediate and criticalcare settings. Emphasis will be placed on knowledge,judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework.Prerequisite: SPCH 1311, RNSG 2201, RNSG 1251, RNSG2260, RNSG 2261 or administrative approval.RNSG 2363CAPSTONE: CLINICAL VCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: RNSG 2121, RNSG 2331, RNSG 2163.ASTRONOMY◆PHYS 1403INTRODUCTORY ASTRONOMY ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is the first part of a general introductionto astronomy covering modern astronomical topicsincluding: spectroscopy; telescopes and otherastronomical instrumentation; stellar properties,formation and evolution; black holes; galactic properties,formation and evolution; large scale structure of theuniverse; and theories on the origin of the universe.Prerequisite: Pass the reading section of the ACCUPLACERExam or completion of READ 0090 with a grade of “C”or better or equivalent; pass the math section of theACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “C” or better or equivalent.◆PHYS 1404INTRODUCTORY ASTRONOMY IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This second part of a general introduction to astronomycovering classical and modern topics including: nakedeye observation; classical views of the Solar System;planetary exploration tools(spacecraft and landers);origins of the Solar System; planetary geology; planetaryatmospheres; moons; comets; asteroids; meteorites;extra-solar planets; and the search for life beyond theearth and Solar System.Prerequisite: PHYS 1403.Course Descriptions235

AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGYAUMT 1266PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.AUMT 1267PRACTICUM IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.AUMT 1305INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is an introduction to the automobile industryincluding automotive history, safety practices, shopequipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, servicepublications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, andautomobile maintenance.Prerequisite: None.AUMT 1345AUTOMOTIVE HEATING & AIR CONDITIONINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers the theory of automotive air conditioningand heating systems. Emphasis is placed on the basicrefrigeration cycle and diagnosis and repair of systemmalfunctions. EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling andnew refrigerant replacements are also covered.Prerequisite: DEMR 1401 or AUMT 1407.AUMT 1407AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course is an overview of automotive electricalsystems including topics in operational theory, testing,diagnosis, and repair of batteries, charging and startingsystems, and electrical accessories. Also to includeelectrical principles, semiconductor and integratedcircuits, digital fundamentals, microcomputer systems,and electrical test equipment as applied to automotivetechnology. Emphasis is placed on electrical schematicdiagrams and service manuals.Prerequisite: None.AUMT 1410AUTOMOTIVE BRAKE SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:08This course covers the operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Emphasis is placed on safeuse of modern equipment. Topics include brake theory,diagnosis, and repair of power, manual, anti-lock brakesystems, and parking brakes.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1407.AUMT 1416AUTOMOTIVE SUSPENSION AND STEERINGSYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:08This course covers the theory and operation ofautomotive suspension and steering systems includingtire and wheel problem diagnosis, component repair, andalignment procedures.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1407.AUMT 1419AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIRCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course explores the fundamentals of engineoperation, diagnosis and repair including lubricationsystems and cooling systems. Emphasis is placedon overhaul of selected engines, identification andinspection, measurements, and disassembly, repair,and re-assembly of the engine.Prerequisite: AUMT 1407.AUMT 2266PRACTICUM IIICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.AUMT 2267CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM IVCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.AUMT 2301AUTOMOTIVE MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course offers instruction in human relations, customerrelations, and customer satisfaction. Emphasis is placedon management techniques and building relationshipsbetween the service department and the customer.Prerequisite: SPCH 1311 and PSYC 2301. AUMT 2301 mayonly be taken in final semester of program.AUMT 2313AUTOMOTIVE DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of automotive clutches, clutchoperation devices, standard transmission, transaxles,and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis andrepair of transmissions and drive lines.Prerequisite: AUMT 1419.AUMT 2366PRACTICUM I-FORD YAATCCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:21This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.AUMT 2367PRACTICUM II-FORD YAATCCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:21This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.AUMT 2417AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCEANALYSIS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course includes theory, operation, diagnosis, andrepair of basic engine dynamics, ignition systems, andfuel delivery systems. Use of basic engine performancediagnostic equipment is emphasized.Prerequisite: AUMT 1407; concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1419.236 Course Descriptions

AUMT 2421AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL LIGHTING &ACCESSORIESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course covers the repair of automotive electricalsubsystems, lighting, instrumentation, and accessories.Emphasis is placed on accurate diagnosis and properrepair methods using various troubleshooting skills andtechniques.Prerequisite: AUMT 1407.AUMT 2425AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION &TRANSAXLECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course is a study of the operation, hydraulic principles,and related circuits of modern automatic transmissionsand automatic transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly, andassembly procedures with emphasis on the use of specialtools and proper repair techniques are covered.Prerequisite: AUMT 1407.AUMT 2434AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCEANALYSIS IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:08This course covers the diagnosis and repair of emissionsystems, computerized engine performance systems,and advanced ignition and fuel systems; and proper useof advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment.Prerequisite: AUMT 2417.CSIR 1355INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course prepares the student for the certificationsrequired by industry.Prerequisite: None.BIOLOGY◆BIOL 1322NUTRITION AND DIET THERAPYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a study of the chemical, physical and sensoryproperties of food, nutritional quality, and food use anddiet applications.Prerequisite: None.◆BIOL 1408GENERAL BIOLOGY ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of the fundamental principles of livingorganisms including physical and chemical properties oflife, the transfer of energy through metabolic systems,cellular organization and function, cell division, geneticsand evolution.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆BIOL 1409GENERAL BIOLOGY IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of Biology 1408. Topicsinclude bio-diversity, animal structures, plant structures,ecology and animal behavior.Prerequisite: BIOL 1408 with a grade of “C” or better.◆BIOL 2306ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a study of human interaction and the effect uponplant and animal communities. Conservation, pollution,energy and other contemporary ecological problemswill be discussed. The lecture will include hands-onlaboratory activities.Prerequisite: None.◆BIOL 2389ACADEMIC COOPERATIVE IN THE BIOLOGICALLIFE SCIENCESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an instructional program designed to integrate oncampusstudy with practical hands-on work experience inthe biological sciences/life sciences. In conjunction withclass seminars, the individual student will set specificgoals and objectives in the study of living organismsand their systems.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.◆BIOL 2401ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of the structure and function of thehuman body including cells, tissues, and organs of thefollowing systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscularand nervous systems.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆BIOL 2402ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a continuation of the study of the structure andfunction of the human body including the circulatory,respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, andendocrine systems. Consideration is given to metabolism,electrolyte and fluid balance, and human development.Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 with a grade of “C” or better.◆BIOL 2416GENETICSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of the principles of molecular andclassical genetics and the function and transmission ofhereditary material. It includes population genetics andgenetic engineering.Prerequisite: BIOL 1408 with a grade of “C” or better.◆BIOL 2421MICROBIOLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is an introduction to the morphology, physiology andtaxonomy of bacteria and virus. The course includes thestudy of disease transmission, resistance to infectionand microbial control. The laboratory will developsound techniques in culturing, staining, and identifyingmicroorganisms.Prerequisite: BIOL 1408 with a grade of “C” or better.Recommended: CHEM 1411 and CHEM 1412.◆BIOL 2428COMPARATIVE VERTEBRATE ANATOMYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of the structure, development andphysiology of the vertebrate animals with emphasis oncomparative evolution.Prerequisite: BIOL 1408 and BIOL 1409 or BIOL 1413 with agrade of “C” or better.BUSINESSADMINISTRATIONBMGT 1301SUPERVISIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the role of the supervisor.Managerial functions as applied to leadership,counseling, motivation, and human skills are examined.Prerequisite: None.BMGT 1305COMMUNICATIONS IN MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Course Descriptions237

This course includes basic theory and process ofcommunication skills necessary for the management ofan organization’s workforce.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409 or COSC 1301.BMGT 1309INFORMATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course explores critical path methods for planningand controlling projects. It includes time/cost tradeoffs,resource utilization, stochastic considerations,task determination, time management, schedulingmanagement, status reports, budget management,customer service, professional attitude, and projectsupervision.Prerequisite: None.BMGT 1391BUSINESS CONDUCTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the business code of conduct asit relates to management practices, employee relations,and organizational structure. Topics include employeeperformance, interpersonal relations, teamworkdynamics, resolving organizational problems, and dealingwith ethical issues related to business.Prerequisite: None.BMGT 2168CAPSTONE: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONPRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Approval of Practicum Coordinator.BMGT 2303PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes decision making and problemsolving process in organizations, utilizing logical andcreative problem solving techniques. Application oftheory is provided by experimental activities such assmall group discussions, case studies and the use ofother managerial decision aids.Prerequisite: None.BNKG 1340MONEY AND FINANCIAL MARKETSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of money and bankinginstitutions and their role and functions in the economy. Itincludes study of Federal Reserve System, characteristicsof financial intermediaries, and regulatory institutions.Topics include principles of monetary and fiscal policy,commercial banking structures, and financial markets.Prerequisite: None.BNKG 1303PRINCIPLES OF BANK OPERATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the fundamental bankingfunctions and the role of regulation in the bankingindustry. An explanation of financial products andservices to various markets is included.Prerequisite: None.BNKG 1343LAW AND BANKINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to basic sources of lawand banking regulation. Emphasis is placed on the lawsrelating to contracts, negotiable instruments, securedtransactions and consumer credit.Prerequisite: None.BNKG 1345CONSUMER LENDINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a study of different types of consumer loans.The course identifies the federal regulations and statelaws pertaining to collection and serving of a consumerloan and relates consumer credit to the lending process.Prerequisite: None.BNKG 1347BANK MARKETINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course includes principles of marketing as theyrelate to the banking industry. Special emphasis is placedon deposit, credit, and payment related products. Pricing,promotion, product, and distribution strategies as usedwithin the financial industry are included.Prerequisite: None.BNKG 1349COMMERCIAL LENDINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the commercial lendingmarket and process. Emphasis is placed on creditanalysis, evaluation, federal regulations, and state lawsrelated to business and industrial lending.Prerequisite: None.BNKG 1356ANALYZING FINANCIAL STATEMENTSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the process of evaluating financialstatement, cash flow, and ratio analysis of individualsand business. Emphasis is placed on the relationship ofcomparative analysis and industry standards.Prerequisite: ACNT 1303.BUSG 1303PRINCIPLES OF FINANCECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the financial dynamics of a business.It includes monetary and credit theory, cash inventory,capital management, and consumer and governmentfinance. Emphasis is placed on the time value of money.Prerequisite: None.BUSG 2309SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT/ENTREPRENEURSHIPCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a course on how to start, operate, and grow a smallbusiness. Topics include facts about a small business,essential management skills, how to prepare a businessplan, accounting, financial needs, staffing, marketingstrategies, and legal issues.Prerequisite: None.◆BUSI 1301BUSINESS PRINCIPLESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course surveys the elements of business andindustry such as production and distribution systems,finance, accounting, statistics, capital, labor, marketing,taxes, and governmental regulations. It includes thehistory, structure, function, and contribution of businessand industry to our society.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆BUSI 2301BUSINESS LAWCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers principles of law which form the legalframework for business activity. It covers applicablestatutes, contracts, and agencies.Prerequisite: None. (Transfers only as an elective)238 Course Descriptions

IBUS 1301PRINCIPLES OF EXPORTSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of export management processand procedures. Topics include governmental controlsand compliance, licensing of products, documentation,commercial invoices and traffic procedures. Applicationto human and public relations, management of personnel,finance, and accounting procedures are stressed.Prerequisite: None.IBUS 1305INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONALBUSINESS/TRADECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the techniques for entering theinternational marketplace. Emphasis is on the impactand dynamics of socio-cultural, demographic, economic,technological, and political-legal factors in the foreigntrade environment. Topics include patterns of world trade,internationalization of the firm, and operating proceduresof the multinational enterprise.Prerequisite: None.IBUS 2345IMPORT CUSTOMS REGULATIONS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a study of the duties and responsibilities of thelicensed customs broker. Topics include process forcustoms clearance including appraisement, bondedwarehouse entry, examination of goods, harmonizedtariffs, fees, bonding, penalties, quotas, immediatedelivery, consumption, liquidation, computerizedsystems, laws, and regulations.Prerequisite: None.IBUS 2371IMPORT CUSTOMS REGULATIONS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a continuation of Import CustomsRegulations I. Topics include the history and use of theU.S. Harmonized Tariffs schedule, fees, importation,general provisions, rules of origin, air regulations,export control, administrative foreign trade zones,export controls, and issues related to the import lawsand regulations.Prerequisite: IBUS 2345.LMGT 1319INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS LOGISTICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides a systems approach to managingactivities associated with traffic, transportation, inventorymanagement and control, warehousing, packaging, orderprocessing, and materials handling.Prerequisite: None.LMGT 1321PRINCIPLES OF MATERIAL MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course introduces the principles of materialmanagement to include inventory control and forecastingactivities.Prerequisite: None.LMGT 1325WAREHOUSE AND DISTRIBUTION CENTERMANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes physical distribution and totalsupply chain management. It includes warehouseoperations management, hardware and softwareoperations, bar codes, organizational effectiveness,just-in-time manufacturing, continuous replenishment,and third party.Prerequisite: LMGT 1319.MRKG 1301CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Topics in this course address general principles ofcustomer service including skills, knowledge, attitudes,and behaviors.Prerequisite: None.MRKG 1311PRINCIPLES OF MARKETINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the marketing mixfunctions and process; identification of consumerand organizational needs; explanation of economic,psychological, sociological, environmental, and globalissues. A description and analysis of the importance ofmarketing research is also provided.Prerequisite: None.MRKG 1313PUBLIC RELATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an exploration of theories, techniques,and processes of public relations including means ofinfluencing methods of building good will, analysis ofmedia, obtaining publicity, and implementation of publicrelations programs.Prerequisite: None.MRKG 2333PRINCIPLES OF SELLINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the selling process.Identification of the elements of the communicationprocess between buyers and sellers and examination ofthe legal and ethical issues of organizations which affectsalespeople are included.Prerequisite: None.MRKG 2349ADVERTISING AND SALES PROMOTIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers integrated marketing communications.It includes advertising principles and practices. Emphasisis on multi-media of persuasive communication includingbuyer behavior, budgeting, and regulatory constraints.Prerequisite: None.BUSINESSCOMPUTERSYSTEMSARTC 1413DIGITAL PUBLISHING ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is the study of the fundamentals of usingdigital layout as a primary publishing tool and the basicconcepts and terminology associated with typographyand page layout.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.ARTV 14453-D MODELING AND RENDERINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a studio course in technique of three-dimensional(3-D) modeling utilizing industry standard software.Topics include the creation and modification of 3-Dgeometric shapes; variety of rendering techniques; useof camera, light sources, texture, and surface mapping.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.FLMC 2431VIDEO GRAPHICS AND VISUAL EFFECTS IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is the study of the applications of computersCourse Descriptions239

to production. Topics include vector and raster graphics;rendering techniques; the design and production of threedimensionalmaterials; and the selection of hardware,software, and peripherals for video production.Prerequisite: ARTC 1413 and ARTV 1445.IMED 1445INTERACTIVE DIGITAL MEDIA ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is the exploration of the use of graphics andsound to create interactive digital media applications and/or animations using industry standard authoring software.Prerequisite: ARTC 1413 and ARTV 1445.IMED 2166CAPSTONE: MULTIMEDIA PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: FLMC 2431 and IMED 1445.IMED 2405MULTIMEDIA COURSEWARE DEVELOPMENT IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course provides in-depth coverage of programming/scripting using an icon-based authoring system withemphasis on advanced development of interactivemultimedia products.Prerequisite: IMED 1445 and ITSE 1411.IMED 2409INTERNET COMMERCECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course provides an overview of the Internet as amarketing and sales tool with emphasis on developinga prototype for electronic commerce. Topics includedynamic data integration, creating web sites in order tocollect information, and performing on-line transactions.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409 and ITSE 1411.IMED 2459Interactive Web ElementsCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers production of projects using currentweb development tools that may incorporate dynamicdata, web graphics, animation, video and audio streaming.Prerequisite: ITSE 1411 and ITSE 2402.ITNW 1425FUNDAMENTALS OF NETWORKINGTECHNOLOGIESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course provides instruction in networkingtechnologies and their implementation. Topics will includethe OSI reference model, network protocols, transmissionmedia, and networking hardware and software.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.ITNW 1454IMPLEMENTING AND SUPPORTING SERVERSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is a course in the development of skills necessaryto implement, administer, and troubleshoot informationsystems that incorporate servers in a networkedcomputing environment.Prerequisite: ITSY 1400 or ITNW 1425.ITNW 2164CAPSTONE: NETWORK PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: ITNW 2435, ITSY 1400 and ITSY 1442.ITNW 2409NETWORK ADMINISTRATION FOR INTRANETCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04In this course, students will learn to perform the roleof network administrator or system manager for anIntranet network.Prerequisite: ITNW 2421.ITNW 2421NETWORKING WITH TCP/IPCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course will prepare the student to set up, configure,use, and support Transmission Control Protocol/InternetProtocol (TCP/IP) on networking operating systems.Prerequisite: ITNW 1425.ITNW 2435NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORTCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04In this course the student is provided instruction in thetechniques used to troubleshoot and support networkswith emphasis on solving real world problems in a handsonenvironment. Topics will include troubleshooting andresearch techniques, available resources, and networkmanagement hard/software.Prerequisite: ITNW 2421 and ITNW 1454.ITNW 2453ADVANCED ROUTING AND SWITCHINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04The focus of this course is on implementation, operation,and troubleshooting of switched and routed environments.It emphasizes advanced routing protocols, Multi ProtocolLabel Switching (MPLS), and advanced security.Prerequisite: ITSY 1442.ITSC 1164CAPSTONE: INFORMATION SECURITYPRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: ITSY 2441 and ITSY 2443.ITSC 1165CAPSTONE: TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTPRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: ITSC 1425, ITNW 2421, and ITNW 1454.ITSC 1405INTRODUCTION TO PC OPERATING SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of personal computer operatingsystems. Topics include installation and configuration, filemanagement, memory and storage management, controlof peripheral devices, and use of utilities.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.ITSC 1407UNIX OPERATING SYSTEM ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is the study of the UNIX operating systemincluding multi-user concepts, terminal emulation, use ofsystem editor, basic UNIX commands, and writing scriptfiles. Topics include introductory systems managementconcepts.Prerequisite: ITNW 1425.ITSC 1409INTEGRATED SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03In this course the student will learn integration of240 Course Descriptions

applications from popular business productivity softwaresuites. There will also be instruction in embedding data,linking and combining documents using word processing,spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation mediasoftware.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.ITSC 1425PERSONAL COMPUTER HARDWARECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of current personal computerhardware including personal computer assembly andupgrading, setup and configuration, and troubleshooting.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.ITSC 2164CAPSTONE: INFORMATION SECURITYPRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: ITSY 1400, ITNW 2421 and ITNW 1454.ITSC 2165CAPSTONE: SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATIONPRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: ITNW 2435.ITSC 2346COMPUTER CENTER MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course instructs the student in assessing theneeds of a computing center as well as the generalprinciples of hardware and software acquisition,maintenance, licensing, and improving usage scheduling.Emphasis is placed on interpersonal communication andmanagement skills.Prerequisite: ITNW 2435 or ITSY 2441.ITSC 2439PERSONAL COMPUTER HELP DESKCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course instructs the student in the diagnosis andsolution of user hardware and software related problemswith on-the-job and/or simulated projects.Prerequisite: ITNW 1425 and ITNW 2435.ITSE 1411BEGINNING WEB PAGE PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course provides skill development in web pageprogramming including mark-up and scripting languages.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.ITSE 1431INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL BASICPROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to computer programmingusing Visual BASIC. Emphasis is placed on thefundamentals of structured design, development, testing,implementation, and documentation. Topics will alsoinclude language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.ITSE 2286INTERNSHIP-COMPUTER PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course is a work-based learning experience thatenables the student to apply specialized occupationaltheory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developedby the college and the employer.Prerequisite: IMED 2409, and ITSE 2402.ITSE 2402INTERMEDIATE WEB PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers techniques for web development. Itincludes server-side and client-side scripting.Prerequisite: ITSE 1411 and ITSE 1402.ITSE 2409DATABASE PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04In this course the student will learn database developmentusing database programming techniques emphasizingdatabase structures, modeling, and database access.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.ITSW 1404INTRODUCTION TO SPREADSHEETSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course provides the student with instruction in theconcepts, procedures, and application of electronicspreadsheets.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.ITSW 1410INTRODUCTION TO PRESENTATION GRAPHICSSOFTWARECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course provides instruction in the utilizationof presentation software to produce multimediapresentations. Graphics, text, sound, animation and/orvideo may be used in presentation development.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.ITSW 2434ADVANCED SPREADSHEETSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is designed to provide the student withadvanced techniques for developing and modifyingspreadsheets. The course includes macros and dataanalysis functions.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.ITSY 1400FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION SECURITYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to information securityincluding ethics, the legal environment and riskmanagement. It covers basic information security goalsof availability, integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality.Vocabulary and terminology specific to the field ofinformation security are discussed. Identificationof exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriatecountermeasures are addressed. The importance ofappropriate planning and administrative controls is alsodiscussed.Prerequisite: ITNW 1425.ITSY 1442INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course provides instruction in security for networkhardware, software, and data, including physical security;backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; andprotection from viruses.Prerequisite: ITNW 2421.ITSY 2401FIREWALLS AND NETWORK SECURITYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course will identify elements of firewall design,types of security threats and responses to securityattacks. Use best practices to design, implement, andmonitor a network security plan. It will examine securityincident postmortem reporting and ongoing networkCourse Descriptions241

security activities.Prerequisite: ITSY 2441.ITSY 2441SECURITY MANAGEMENT PRACTICESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course provides in-depth coverage of securitymanagement practices, including asset evaluation andrisk management; cyber law and ethics issues; policiesand procedures; business recovery and businesscontinuity planning; network security design; anddeveloping and maintaining a security plan.Prerequisite: ITNW 2421.ITSY 2443COMPUTER SYSTEM FORENSICSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course provides an in-depth study of systemforensics including methodologies used for analysis ofcomputer security breaches. Students will learn to gatherand evaluate evidence to perform postmortem analysisof a security breach.Prerequisite: ITNW 2421.POFI 2431DESKTOP PUBLISHINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course includes in-depth coverage of desktoppublishing terminology, text editing, and use of designprinciples. Emphasis is placed on layout techniques,graphics, multiple page displays, and businessapplications.Prerequisite: ITSC 1409.CHEMISTRY◆CHEM 1411GENERAL CHEMISTRY ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03In this course, basic principles are introduced. Emphasisis placed on fundamental laws, atomic structure,bonding, acids and bases, selected elements and theircompounds.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent, or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better; and a score of 68+ on theElementary Algebra ACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent, orcompletion of MATH 0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆CHEM 1412GENERAL CHEMISTRY IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of CHEM 1411 coveringionic equilibrium, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry,gas laws, thermodynamics, introduction to carboncompounds, nuclear and radiochemistry.Prerequisite: CHEM 1411 with a grade of “C” or better.◆CHEM 2423ORGANIC CHEMISTRY ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of carbon chemistry that considers covalentbonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure andreactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups andintroductory synthesis. Laboratory experiments developorganic techniques and reinforce lecture material.Prerequisite: CHEM 1412 with a grade of “C” or better.◆CHEM 2425ORGANIC CHEMISTRY IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a continuation of CHEM 2423 that includesmethods of structural analysis, advanced synthesisand reactions, biochemistry and organometallic topics.Laboratory experiments emphasize techniques insynthesis, purification, and analyses, and reinforcelecture material.Prerequisite: CHEM 2423 with a grade of “C” or better.242 Course DescriptionsCHILDDEVELOPMENTCDEC 1166FIELD STUDY ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:07This course provides practical, general workplace trainingin the childcare field supported by an individualizedlearning plan developed by the employer, college, andthe student.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 1167FIELD STUDY IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:07This course provides practical, general workplace trainingin the Child Care field supported by an individualizedlearning plan developed by the employer, college, andthe student.Prerequisite: CDEC 1166.CDEC 1313CURRICULUM RESOURCES FOR EARLYCHILDHOOD PROGRAMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers fundamentals of curriculum designand implementation of developmentally appropriateprograms for young children.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 1319CHILD GUIDANCECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an exploration of guidance strategies forpromoting pro-social behaviors with individual and groupsof children. Emphasis is placed on positive guidanceprinciples and techniques, family involvement and culturalinfluences. It will include practical application throughdirect participation with children.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 1321THE INFANT AND TODDLERCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of appropriate infant and toddler(birth to 3 years) programs, including an overview ofdevelopment, quality care giving routines, appropriateenvironments, materials and activities, and teaching/guiding techniques.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 1323OBSERVATION AND ASSESSMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of observation skills, assessmenttechniques, and documentation of children’sdevelopment.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 1356EMERGENT LITERACY FOR EARLY CHILDHOODCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an exploration of principles, methods,and materials for teaching young children language andliteracy through a play-based, integrated curriculum.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 1358CREATIVE ARTS FOR EARLY CHILDHOODCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an exploration of principles, methods, andmaterials for teaching young children music, movement,visual arts, and dramatic play through process-orientedexperiences to support divergent thinking.Prerequisite: None.

CDEC 1359CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of information regarding childrenwith special needs including possible causes andcharacteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies,available resources, referral processes, the advocacyrole, and legislative issues.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 1417CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is based on the requirements for the ChildDevelopment Associate National Credential (CDA).Topics include a CDA overview, general observationskills, and a child growth and development overview.The four functional areas of study covered in thiscourse include creative, cognitive, physical, andcommunication.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 2166FIELD STUDY IIICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:07This course provides practical, general workplace trainingin the Childcare field supported by an individualizedlearning plan developed by the employer, college, andthe student.Prerequisite: CDEC 1166.CDEC 2167CAPSTONE: FIELD STUDY IVCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:07This course provides practical, general workplace trainingin the Childcare field supported by an individualizedlearning plan developed by the employer, college, andthe student.Prerequisite: CDEC 2166.CDEC 2304CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers methods used in the identificationof physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglectwith an emphasis on developing skills for working withchildren and families. It includes methods of referral topublic and private agencies that deal with investigationand treatment.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 2307MATH AND SCIENCE FOR EARLY CHILDHOODCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an exploration of principles, methods,and materials for teaching children math and scienceconcepts and process skills through discovery and play.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 2315DIVERSE CULTURAL/MULTILINGUALEDUCATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of multicultural education toinclude the relationship with the family and communityto develop awareness and sensitivity to diversity relatedto individual needs of children.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 2326ADMINISTRATION OF PROGRAMS FORCHILDREN ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a practical application of managementprocedures for early child care education programs,including a study of operating, supervising, andevaluating programs. Course topics include philosophy,types of programs, policies, fiscal management,regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 2340INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES FOR CHILDRENWITH SPECIAL NEEDSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an exploration of the development andimplementation of curriculum for children with specialneeds.Prerequisite: None.CDEC 2422CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of the study of therequirements for the Child Development AssociateNational Credential (CDA). The six functional areasof study covered in this course include safety, health,learning environment, self, social, and guidance.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CDEC1417.◆EDUC 1325PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OFMULTICULTURAL EDUCATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an examination of cultural diversity foundin society and reflected in the classroom. Topics includethe study of major cultures and their influence on lifestyle,behavior, learning, intercultural communication andteaching, as well as psychosocial stressors encounteredby diverse cultural groups.Prerequisite: None.◆TECA 1303FAMILY, SCHOOL, AND COMMUNITYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is a study of the relationship between thechild, the family, the community, and early childhoodeducators, including a study of parent education, familyand community lifestyles, child abuse, and current issues.Prerequisite: None.◆TECA 1311EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDRENCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is an introduction to the profession of earlychildhood education, focusing on developmentallyappropriate practices, types of programs, historicalperspectives, ethics, and current issues.Prerequisite: None.◆TECA 1318WELLNESS OF THE YOUNG CHILDCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This is a study of nutrition, health, safety, and relatedactivities, including skill development in managementof issues, guidelines, and practices in nutrition, aswell as community health, hygiene, safety, and legalimplications. Integration of these principles is applied toa variety of settings.Prerequisite: None.◆TECA 1354CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a study of the principles of normal child growthand development from conception to adolescence.This course focuses on physical, cognitive, social, andemotional domains of development.Prerequisite: None.Course Descriptions243

COLLEGE SUCCESSORIN 0101COLLEGE SUCCESSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course helps the student to perform successfullyin college by understanding his or her EmotionalIntelligence skills, personal learning style, understandingand using college policies and procedures, managingtime, memorizing information, reading textbooks formaximum learning, taking effective notes from lecturesand books, maximizing test scores, thinking critically,listening effectively, communicating well both orallyand in writing, and by learning and applying library andtechnological research techniques. This course is arequirement for all first-time developmental studentswho have not passed all sections of the ACCUPLACER.This course is also required of all students (includingtransfer students) with grade point averages below 2.0.It is not required for students enrolled in a certificateprogram (42 or fewer semester credit hours or equivalent)or for students who have passed all sections of theACCUPLACER.Prerequisite: None.COMMUNICATIONS◆COMM 2311NEWS GATHERING AND WRITING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course focuses on the fundamentals of writing newsfor the mass media. This course includes instruction inmethods and techniques for gathering, processing anddelivering news in a professional manner.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0090 or ENGL 0091 orequivalent.◆COMM 2315NEWS GATHERING AND WRITING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a continuation of the aims and objectivesof COMM 2311 with an emphasis on advanced reportingtechniques.Prerequisite: COMM 2311.COMPUTER-AIDEDDRAFTING ANDDESIGNARCE 1303ARCHITECTURAL MATERIALS AND METHODSOF CONSTRUCTIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course covers properties, specifications, vendorreferences, and uses of materials as related toarchitectural systems of structures.Prerequisite: DFTG 1315.ARCE 1321ARCHITECTURAL ILLUSTRATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers architectural drawing and sketching.Emphasis is on freehand drawing, perspectives,delineation in various media, and developmentof students’ graphical expression. It includes anintroduction to various reproduction methods.Prerequisite: DFTG 1305, DFTG 1309, or ARTC 1321.ARCE 1352STRUCTURAL DRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of structural systems includingconcrete foundations and frames, wood framing andtrusses, and structural steel framing systems. It includesdetailing of concrete, wood, and steel to meet industrystandards including the American Institute of SteelConstruction and The American Concrete Institute.Prerequisite: DFTG 1305, DFTG 1309, OR ARTC 1321.ARCE 2352MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers the properties of building materials(assemblies), specifications, codes, vendor references,and uses of mechanical, plumbing, conveying, andelectrical systems as they relate to architecture forresidential and commercial construction.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in DFTG2338, DFTG 1317 and DFTG 2328.ARTC 1302DIGITAL IMAGING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers digital imaging using raster imageediting and/or image creation software: scanning,resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems,and image-acquisitions.Prerequisite: None.ARTC 1317DESIGN COMMUNICATION ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is the study of design development relatingto graphic design terminology, tools and media, andlayout and design concepts. Topics include integration oftype, images and other design elements, and developingcomputer skills in industry standard computer programs.Prerequisite: ARTC 1302 and ARTC 1321.ARTC 1321ILLUSTRATION TECHNIQUES ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is the study of illustration techniques invarious media. Emphasis is on creative interpretationand disciplined draftsmanship for visual communicationof ideas.Prerequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in DFTG1309.ARTC 1353COMPUTER ILLUSTRATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course develops mastery of the tools andtransformation options of an industry-standard vectordrawing program to create complex illustrations. Thecourse includes principles of layout and design andmanipulation of text graphics.Prerequisite: DFTG 1309.ARTC 2301ILLUSTRATION TECHNIQUES IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an advanced study of illustration mediaand techniques using digital and/or traditional tools.Emphasis is on conceptualization and composition.Prerequisite: ARTC 1321.ARTC 2340COMPUTER ILLUSTRATION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers advanced use of software capabilitieswith emphasis on various output procedures, theresolution of complex design issues, and conceptdevelopment.Prerequisite: ARTC 1353.ARTC 2347DESIGN COMMUNICATION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is the advanced study of design, development,244 Course Descriptions

and art direction. Emphasis will be placed on form andcontent through the selection, creation, and integrationof typographic, photographic, illustrative, and designelements.Prerequisite: ARTC 1317.ARTV 13413-D ANIMATION ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course provides instruction in three-dimensional (3-D) modeling and rendering techniques including lighting,staging, camera, and special effects. Emphasis will beplaced on 3-D modeling building blocks using primitivesto create simple or complex objects.Prerequisite: ARTC 1321, ARTC 1353, DFTG 2340.ARTV 1351DIGITAL VIDEOCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course provides skill development in producingand editing video and sound for multimedia or webproductions. Emphasis is placed on the capture, editing,and outputting of video using a desktop digital videoworkstation.Prerequisite: PHTC 2331.CNBT 1346CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course includes the fundamentals of estimatingmaterials and labor costs in construction. The student willidentify estimating procedures; estimate materials fromblueprints; and calculate labor units and costs.Prerequisite: ARTC 1353.DFTG 1305TECHNICAL DRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the principles of draftingto include terminology and fundamentals, basic draftingtechniques, sketching techniques, drafting equipmentidentification and usage, lettering techniques, alphabetof lines, projection methods, geometric construction,including size and shape description, dimensioning,sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in DFTG 1309.DFTG 1309BASIC COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to basic computer-aideddrafting. Emphasis is placed on basic computer operatingprinciples, hardware descriptions and requirements,drawing setup; creating and modifying geometry; storingand retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating,and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, usinglayers, coordinating systems; as well as input andoutput devices.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in DFTG1305 or ARTC 1321.DFTG 1315ARCHITECTURAL BLUEPRINT READING ANDSKETCHINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course examines the fundamentals of blueprintreading for the construction industry.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in DFTG 1309.DFTG 1317ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING-RESIDENTIALCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of architectural drafting procedures,practices, and symbols. Preparation of detailed workingdrawings for residential structures is covered. Emphasisis placed on light frame construction methods.Prerequisite: DFTG 1305, DFTG 1309 or ARTC 1321; andcompletion of or concurrent enrollment In DFTG 2319.DFTG 1371INTRODUCTION TO THE CIVIL DRAFTINGPROFESSIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the civil draftingprofession It familiarizes the student with localbusinesses, common practices, and professionaladvancement. The course also introduces and exploresthe various types of drawings, maps, and plans that areprepared by civil engineering firms and surveyors.Prerequisite: None.DFTG 1372FINAL PRESENTATION/PORTFOLIODEVELOPMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04Course emphasis will be placed on the development andpreparation of a portfolio comprised of completed CADprojects to meet required professional standards. Eachstudent will be required to design and complete a set ofdrawing documents of their own design to be included aspart of their portfolio. The evaluation and demonstrationof the final portfolio to industry professionals will berequired.Prerequisite: DFTG 1317 AND DFTG 2328.DFTG 1380COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20In this course, career related activities encountered inthe student’s area of specialization are offered througha cooperative agreement between the college, employer,and student. Under supervision of the college and theemployer, the student combines classroom learning withwork experience. Directly related to a technical discipline,specific learning objectives guide the student through thework experience.Prerequisite: DFTG 2338 and ARCE 2352.DFTG 2300INTERMEDIATE ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING-RESIDENTIALCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a continued application of principles andpractices used in residential construction.Prerequisite: DFTG 1317 and DFTG 2319.DFTG 2319INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a continuation of practices and techniquesused in basic computer-aided drafting emphasizingadvanced dimensioning techniques, the developmentand use of prototype drawings, construction of pictorialdrawings, interfacing 2d and/or 3d environments andextracting data. A portfolio to be submitted for evaluationwill be required.Prerequisite: DFTG 1305, DFTG 1309, or ARTC 1321.DFTG 2321TOPOGRAPHICAL DRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers plotting of surveyor’s field notes.It includes drawing elevations, contour lines, plan andprofiles, and laying out traverses.Prerequisite: DFTG 1309.DFTG 2328ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING-COMMERCIALCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers architectural drafting procedures,practices, and symbols including the preparation ofdetailed working drawings for a commercial building,with emphasis on commercial construction methods.Emphasis will be placed on developing drawings to showthe functionality of structures using specified buildingCourse Descriptions245

materials and following current building codes. Buildingtypes to be covered will be residential, commercial,industrial and institutional.Prerequisite: DFTG 1305, DFTG 1309; and completion of orconcurrent enrollment in DFTG 2319.DFTG 2330CIVIL DRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This is an in-depth study of drafting methods andprinciples used in civil engineering.Prerequisite: SRVY 1313 and DFTG 2321.DFTG 2332CAPSTONE: ADVANCED COMPUTER-AIDEDDRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course presents advanced techniques, including theuse of a customized system. Presentation of advanceddrawing applications, such as three-dimensional solidsmodeling and linking graphic entities to external nongraphicdata will be covered.Prerequisite: SRVY 1342, SRVY 2309, DFTG 2328 and GISC1311.DFTG 2338FINAL PROJECT-ADVANCED DRAFTINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This is a drafting course in which students participate ina comprehensive project from conception to conclusion.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ARCE2352, and completion of DFTG 1317 and DFTG 2328.DFTG 2340SOLID MODELING/DESIGNCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This is a computer-aided modeling course. This coursecovers development of three-dimensional drawings andmodels from engineering sketches and orthographicdrawings. The application of rendering and animationtechniques in design work will also be discussed.Prerequisite: DFTG 1317, DFTG 2319.GISC 1301CARTOGRAPHY AND GEOGRAPHY IN GIS &GPSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the principles ofcartography and geography. Emphasis will be placedon global reference systems and the use of satellitesfor measurements and navigation.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in GISC2320.GISC 1311INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHICINFORMATION SYSTEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the basic conceptsof vector GIS using several industry specific softwareprograms including nomenclature of cartography andgeography.Prerequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in DFTG1309.GISC 1321INTRODUCTION TO RASTER-BASED GISCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course provides instruction in GIS data setsincluding raster-based information such as images orphotographs, acquisition of such data, and processingand merging with vector data.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in GISC1311.GISC 1364CAPSTONE:GIS PRACTICUMCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:21This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: DFTG 2319 and GISC 1311.GISC 2303FUNDAMENTALS OF LOGISTICS WITH GISCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course focuses on multiple data sources and theirlocation-based relationships. It incorporates exposureto modes of transportation, resources, and productdistribution and the combination of these elements withtime, distance, and GPS technology for support of GISanalysis as relating to logistics.Prerequisite: GISC 1311 and GISC 1321.GISC 2311GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)APPLICATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides application of GIS technology to realworkplace applications from public and private sectors.Completion of Global Positioning System (GPS) fieldworkis required for lab exercises.Prerequisite: GISC 1301, GISC 1321, and DFTG 2319.GISC 2320INTERMEDIATE GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATIONSYSTEMS (GIS)CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course focuses on the study of spatial datastructures and the display, manipulation, and analysis ofgeographic information. Students will study the technicalaspects involved in spatial data handling, analysis andmodeling. Instruction will include theories and proceduresassociated with the implementation and management ofGIS projects. A variety of GIS software packages will beused in the laboratory.Prerequisite: Completion of GISC 1311 and DFTG 1309.GISC 2335PROGRAMMING FOR GISCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course focuses on the use of programminglanguages to customize and expand the capability of GISapplications. Instruction will include object-oriented andcomponent programming. Students will also design theirown Graphical User Interface (GUI).Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in GISC2359, ITSE 2409.GISC 2359WEB-SERVED GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATIONSYSTEMS (GIS)CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers the delivery of geographic datavia the Internet. It includes composition of the mapfeatures distributed and an introduction on the use ofmarkup languages to customize web-based GeographicInformation Systems (GIS).Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in GISC2320, GISC 2303, ITSE 1411.GISC 2364CAPSTONE:GIS PRACTICUMCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:21This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: GISC 1311, GISC 2311, ITSE 2409.GISC 2404GIS DESIGN WITH VECTOR ANALYSISCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course uses GIS as a problem solving tool from thefirst stages of designing an analysis project, through thedata collection and manipulation phase, to the final phase246 Course Descriptions

of presenting the project.Prerequisite: GISC 1321, GISC 2303, and GISC 2359.GRPH 1380CAPSTONE: DIGITAL IMAGING DESIGNCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course will provide career-related activitiesencountered in the student’s area of specializationoffered through an individualized agreement among thecollege, employer and student. Under the supervisionof the college and the employer, the student combinesclassroom learning with work experience.Prerequisite: ARTC 1353, ARTC 1317, ARCE 1321, DFTG2319, and DFTG 1317.GRPH 2380CAPSTONE: DIGITAL IMAGING DESIGNCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course will provide career-related activitiesencountered in the student’s area of specializationoffered through an individualized agreement among thecollege, employer and student. Under the supervisionof the college and the employer, the student combinesclassroom learning with work experience.Prerequisite: IMED 2311, ARTV 1341, ARTV 1351, ARTC2340.IMED 2311PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course places emphasis on preparation andenhancement of portfolio to meet professional standards,development of presentation skills, and improvement ofjob-seeking techniques.Prerequisite: ARCE 1321, ARTC 2347, ARTC 2331 and DFTG2340.PHTC 1347LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course provides skill development in the inspectionof the landscape visually and photographically utilizingvarious camera formats. Topics include exploration ofhistoric, geographical, and cultural locations, and reviewof landscape photographers.Prerequisite: PHTC 2331.PHTC 2331ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the equipment, processes, andprocedures necessary for the photography of buildingexteriors and interiors, dusk/night and night architecturallandscapes, and construction progress.Prerequisite: ARTC 1317.SRVY 1313PLANE SURVEYINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introductory overview of surveyingequipment and measurement techniques used inmapping. Emphasis will be placed on leveling andtraversing for preparing a map.Prerequisite: DFTG 1309, MATH 1414 or TECM 1303.SRVY 1315SURVEYING CALCULATIONS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the mathematics used insurveying and mapping, eg., algebra, plane trigonometry,and plane, solid and analytical geometry.Prerequisite: DFTG 1309, MATH 1414 or TECM 1303.SRVY 1341LAND SURVEYINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the measurement anddetermination of boundaries, areas, shapes, andlocation through traversing techniques. Instruction willbe provided in a variety of adjustment methods usingprogrammed and non-programmed hand-held calculatorsand computers. Methods of traversing and adjustment oferrors according to prevailing and applicable professionalstandards will also be covered.Prerequisite: SRVY 1313.SRVY 1342GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM TECHNIQUESFOR SURVEY/MAPPINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to Global PositioningSystem (GPS) in surveying and mapping activities. Majortopics include structuring a GPS system; designing aGPS data collection project; using GPS data collectionequipment; collecting and processing GPS data; andcorrecting data errors.Prerequisite: SRVY 1313 and DFTG 2330.SRVY 1349SURVEYING CALCULATIONS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a study of the mathematical applications usedin surveying and mapping. An overview of software andhardware, including programmable calculators used inproblem solving will be covered.Prerequisite: SRVY 1315.SRVY 1380COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This is an intermediate course with career-relatedactivities encountered in the student’s specializationoffered through an individualized agreement among thecollege, employer, and the student. Under supervisionof the college and the employer, the student combinesclassroom learning with work experience. This courseincludes a lecture component.Prerequisite: SRVY 1315, DFTG 2321, DFTG 2319, DFTG1371.SRVY 2309COMPUTER AIDED MAPPINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This is an intermediate to advanced level coursedesigned to teach the student how to produce asurvey map using appropriate software and coordinategeometry. Production of survey maps and plats, civilengineering design drawings and topographical mapsutilizing coordinate geometry will also be covered.Prerequisite: DFTG 2319, SRVY 1313, DFTG 2321 and DFTG2330.SRVY 2313CONTROL SURVEYINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes field astronomy calculations,state plane coordinates and the reduction of informationreceived from Global Positioning System receivers.Prerequisite: SRVY 1341, DFTG 2321, and DFTG 2330.SRVY 2339ENGINEERING DESIGN SURVEYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the theory and field methodsof surveying alignments, to include highway routes,pipelines, utility and waterway construction, transmissionlines and site stakeout. It also includes the study ofhorizontal circular curves, parabolic curves, areas, andearthwork volumes.Prerequisite: SRVY 1341, DFTG 2321, DFTG 2330, and SRVY1342.Course Descriptions247

SRVY 2380COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This is an intermediate course with career-relatedactivities encountered in the student’s specializationoffered through an individualized agreement among thecollege, employer, and the student. Under supervisionof the college and the employer, the student combinesclassroom learning with work experience. This courseincludes a lecture component.Prerequisite: DFTG 2328.COMPUTER ANDINFORMATIONTECHNOLOGIESCITP 3302ADVANCED NETWORKING (NETWORKING + )CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course prepares individuals for a career as aNetwork Engineer in the Information Technologysupport industry. Students will be taught the variousresponsibilities and tasks required for service engineerto successfully perform in a specific environment.Prerequisite: ITNW 2421.CITP 3305SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGNCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course provides a systematic approach todeveloping computer-based information systemsutilizing the system development life cycle (SDLC) withthe emphasis on analysis and design. Students willparticipate in a real-world project that will enable them toimplement certain facets of system development. Topicsinclude feasibility study/project planning, requirementsdefinition and analysis, and user interface design.Prerequisite: None.CITP 3310SURVEY OF PROGRAMMING LANGUAGESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course introduces two languages. One language willbe a common programming language and the other willbe a common scripting language. The concepts coveredin the programming language will include simple inputand output, conditionals, and use of standard structuresin the language. The concepts covered in the scriptinglanguage will include formatting, enhancements anderror detection.Prerequisite: ITSE 1431 or COSC 1430.CITP 3312FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION SECURITYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course synthesizes technical material coveredin prior courses to monitor, audit, analyze, and revisecomputer and network security systems to ensureappropriate levels of protection are in place.Prerequisite: ITNW 2421.CITP 3320DATABASE MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02In this course, the logical concept and physicalorganization of relational database management systemsare studied. The SQL language will be used extensively inexploring and querying databases. Students will receiveextensive hands-on skills for designing, analyzing andimplementing a relational database using Oracle.Prerequisite: CITP 3310.CITP 3360DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING ANDPRESENTATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course provides a basic competency in preparationand creation of photo quality images. Topics may includecropping, color adjustments, restoration of damage,adding and removing elements and animated images.Prerequisite: None.CITP 4301CAPSTONE: COMPUTER AND INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIPCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course presents a work-based learning experiencethat enables the student to apply specialized occupationaltheory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developedby the college and the employer.Prerequisite: None.CITP 4316ADVANCED WEB DESIGNCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course will introduce the paradigm or programmingon the web. The focus will be on a simplified Model/View/Controller design pattern. Topics may include Cookies,Sessions, Dynamic Web Page Generation, DatabaseConnectivity and Network Programming.Prerequisite: CITP 3310 and ITSE 1411 or COSC 1315.CITP 4330Advanced Network SecurityCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course prepares students to synthesize technicalmaterial covered in prior courses to perform acomprehensive security audit on a network infrastructure.Includes configuring secure hardware and softwarefirewalls. Emphasis will be placed on overall networksecurity processes and competencies covered onsecurity certification exams.Prerequisite: CITP 3312.CITP 4340SPECIAL TOPICS COURSE-CITCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02In this course, students will continue their systemdevelopment project from CITP 3305- System Analysisand Design or projects chosen by student teams andapproved by instructor. The focus of the project willbe implementing the system described in the student’stechnical documents from CITP3305- System Analysisand Design, or from a set of documents as created bythe teams. Students will be expected to deliver a workingsystem prototype if not a functional system.Prerequisite: CITP 3310.CITP 4345DATA COMMUNICATIONS - CONVERGENTTECHNOLOGIESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course focuses on a study of telecommunicationsconvergent technologies including telephone, LAN, WAN,wireless, voice, video, and internet protocol.Prerequisite: CITP 3302.CITP 4350ADVANCED COMPUTER PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course will introduce students to more advancedconcepts in computer programming languages. Topicsmay include Graphical User Interface, DatabaseConnectivity, Threads, and Network Programming.Prerequisite: CITP 3310.248 Course Descriptions

COMPUTERSCIENCE◆BCIS 1332COBOL PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to business programmingtechniques. It includes programming methods, designingcustomized software applications, testing, documentation,input specification, and report generation. The coursealso introduces the student to record processing andthe access, manipulation and use of ORACLE baseddatabases using SQL statements.Prerequisite: COSC 1430 with a grade of “C” or better.◆BCIS 2332ADVANCED COBOL PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course further emphasizes applications of businessprogramming techniques. Advanced topics may includevaried file access techniques, system profiles andsecurity, control language programming, data validationprogram design and testing, and other topics notnormally covered in an introductory information systemsprogramming course. The course also further discussesORACLE based databases by the creation and usage ofadvanced SQL statements.Prerequisite: BCIS 1332 with a grade of “C” or better.◆COSC 1301MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction and overview of computerinformation systems. Topics include computer hardware,software, procedures, systems, and human resourcesand the exploration of their integration and applicationin business and other segments in society. Thefundamentals of computer problem solving andprogramming in a higher level programming languagemay be discussed and applied. Emphasis is placed onthe familiarity and use of the Windows operating systemsand personal software packages that include a wordprocessor to process textual information, an electronicspreadsheet for manipulation of numerical data, and adatabase management system to create and manipulatea database. The Internet is introduced and used foreducational purposes such as information search andretrieval by search engines and web browsers, e-mailutilization, and sharing of educational information. Aftercourse completion, students will be able to select correcthardware/software for application to a given problem.Lab exercises are designed to allow students to usereasoning abilities to solve problems and make decisions.Prerequisite: Successful completion of READ 0090 orequivalent.◆COSC 1315FUNDAMENTALS OF PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to computer programming.Emphasis is on the fundamentals of structureddesign, development, testing, implementation, anddocumentation. It includes coverage of language syntax,data and file structures, input/output devices, and disks/files. Primary emphasis is on Java Script and XHTMLWeb design programming.Prerequisite: COSC 1301 with a grade of “C” or better.◆COSC 1336PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course introduces the fundamental conceptsof structured programming. Topics include softwaredevelopment methodology, data types, control structures,functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing,and debugging. This course assumes computer literacy.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MATH 0090 orcompletion of equivalent. Recommended: MATH 1414 with agrade of “C” or better.◆COSC 1337PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a review of control structures and datatypes with emphasis on structured data types. Thiscourse applies the object-oriented programmingparadigm, focusing on the definition and use of classesalong with the fundamentals of object-oriented design.It includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching andsorting techniques, and an introduction to softwardengineering.Prerequisite: COSC 1336 with a grade of “C” or better.◆COSC 1430COMPUTER PROGRAMMINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:02This course is an introduction to computer programmingusing Visual Basic .Net. Emphasis is placed on structureddesign, graphical user interfacing, and documentation.It includes coverage of language syntax, processing,elementary file processing and the access, manipulationand use of databases by Visual Basic .Net designedapplications.Prerequisite: COSC 1301 with a grade of “C” or better.Recommended: COSC 1315 with a grade of “C” or better.◆COSC 2325COMPUTER ORGANIZATION AND MACHINELANGUAGECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This is an introduction to computer organization, machinelanguage programming and assembly programminglanguage. Topics include basic instructional sets, codingarithmetic problems, logical operations, indexing, indirectaddressing, digital representation of data, MACROcommands, MACRO programming techniques andsubroutines.Prerequisite: COSC 1336 with a grade of “C” or better.◆COSC 2330ADVANCED STRUCTURED LANGUAGESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03In this course, students will become familiar with furtherapplications of programming techniques. Topics mayinclude file access methods, data structure and modularprogramming, program testing and documentation andother topics not normally covered in an introductorycomputer programming course such as concepts ofobject-orientation using Java language, exploring theUNIX file system and file security, UNIX editors, UNIXfile processing, advanced file processing, introduction toshell script programming, advanced shell programming,exploring UNIX utilities, Perl and CGI programing.Prerequisite: COSC 2336 with a grade of “C” or better.◆COSC 2336PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course includes further applications of programmingtechniques, introducing the fundamental concepts of datastructures and algorithms. Topics include recursion,fundamental data structures (including stacks, queues,linked lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs), andalgorithmic analysis.Prerequisite: COSC 1337 with a grade of “C” or better.Course Descriptions249

CRIMINAL JUSTICE◆CRIJ 1301INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a multi-disciplinary overview andanalysis of the major agencies, personnel and decisionmakingpoints which comprise the criminal justicesystem. Included are a survey of problems and issuesconfronting legislatures, police, courts, corrections andthe community as they respond to crime in a free society.Legal precedents guiding the decisions of criminal justiceagents are also discussed.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆CRIJ 1306COURT SYSTEMS AND PRACTICESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of procedural regulations that guidethe processing of criminal cases through the criminaljustice system with emphasis on the Texas Code ofCriminal Procedure and rules of evidence. Included is adiscussion of due process rights of the criminal defendantfrom arrest through confinement, as well as issues relatedto the administration of capital punishment.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆CRIJ 1307CRIME IN AMERICACRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of the nature, location and impactof crime in America. It includes historical foundationsof crime, theoretical explanations of criminality anddelinquency, the recording and measurement of crime,descriptions of criminal careers and an analysis of publicpolicy concerning crime control.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆CRIJ 1310FUNDAMENTALS OF CRIMINAL LAWCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the nature of criminal law;historical and philosophical development of law in society;major definitions and concepts; classifications of crime;elements of crime and penalties using the Texas statutesas illustrations, and criminal responsibility.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆CRIJ 2313CORRECTIONAL SYSTEMS AND PRACTICESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of corrections in the criminaljustice system; organization of correctional systems;correctional role; institutional operations; alternativesto institutionalization; treatment and rehabilitation; andcurrent and future issues in corrections.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆CRIJ 2328POLICE SYSTEMS AND PRACTICESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the police profession;organization of law enforcement systems; the police role;police discretion; ethics; police-community interaction;and current and future issues in the police profession.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.CULINARY ARTSCHEF 1264CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:14This course is a capstone experience for the certificatestudents. This course provides practical, generalworkplace training supported by an individualizedlearning plan developed by the employer, college andthe student.Prerequisite: Second semester standing in the CommercialCooking Certificate.CHEF 1301BASIC FOOD PREPARATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS: 02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the fundamental principles offood preparation and cookery to include the BrigadeSystem, cooking techniques material handling, heattransfer, sanitation, safety, nutrition, and professionalism.Prerequisite: None.CHEF 1305SANITATION AND SAFETYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of personal cleanliness; sanitarypractices in food preparation; causes, investigation, andcontrol of illness caused by food contamination (HazardAnalysis Critical Control Points); and work place safetystandards.Prerequisite: None.CHEF 1345INTERNATIONAL CUISINECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course explores classical cooking skills associatedwith the preparation and service of international andethnic cuisines. Topics include similarities between foodproduction systems used in the United States and otherregions of the world.Prerequisite: CHEF 1301.CHEF 2264CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:14This course is a capstone experience for the A.A.S.students. This course provides practical, generalworkplace training supported by an individualizedlearning plan developed by the employer, college andthe student.Prerequisite: Fourth semester standing in the Associate ofApplied Science degree in Culinary Arts.CHEF 2301INTERMEDIATE FOOD PREPARATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of CHEF 1301, Basic FoodPreparation. Topics include the concept of pre-cookedfood items, as well as scratch preparation. This coursecovers a full range of food preparation techniques.Prerequisite: None.CHEF 2331ADVANCED FOOD PREPARATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course reinforces the course material of IntermediateFood Preparation. Topics include the concept of precookedfood items and the preparation of canapés, horsd’oeuvres, and breakfast items.Prerequisite: RSTO 2307.PSTR 1301FUNDAMENTALS OF BAKINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course explores the fundamentals of bakingincluding dough, quick breads, pies, cakes, cookies,250 Course Descriptions

tarts, and doughnuts. Instruction in flours, fillingsand ingredients is also included. Topics includebaking terminology, tool and equipment use, formulaconversions, functions of ingredients, and the evaluationof baked products.Prerequisite: None.PSTR 2331ADVANCED PASTRY SHOPCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of classical desserts, French andinternational pastries, hot and cold desserts, ice creamsand ices, chocolate work, and decorations. Emphasis isplaced on advanced techniques.Prerequisite: None.RSTO 1204DINING ROOM SERVICECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This course introduces the principles, concepts andsystems of professional table service. Topics will includedining room organization, scheduling and managementof food service personnel.Prerequisite: None.RSTO 1301BEVERAGE MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the beverage service of thehospitality industry including spirits, wines, beers, andnon alcoholic beverages. Topics will include purchasing,resource control, legislation, marketing, physical plantrequirements, staffing, service, and the selection of winesto enhance foods.Prerequisite: None.RSTO 2301PRINCIPLES OF FOOD AND BEVERAGECONTROLSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of financial principles andcontrols of food service operation including review ofoperation policies and procedures. Topics will includefinancial budgeting and cost analysis emphasizing foodand beverage labor costs, operational analysis, andinternational and regulatory reporting procedures.Prerequisite: None.RSTO 2307CATERINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course instructs the student on the principles,techniques, and applications for both on-premises, offpremises,and group marketing of catering operationsincluding food preparation, holding, and transportingtechniques.Prerequisite: CHEF 1301.DANCE◆DANC 1210TAP DANCECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This introductory dance course focuses on thefundamental knowledge, skills, and applications of tapdance. Students are introduced to tap dance history,terminology, attire, theory, criticism, techniques, individualskills, movement fundamentals, choreography, musicselection, etc. Concepts of fitness and the principlesof wellness are infused and reinforced throughout thecourse. Emphasis is placed on safety, cognitive andpsychomotor skill development, physical conditioning,and associated resources, both local and national.This basic course promotes tap dance as an enjoyable,practical and viable life-long physical activity and artisticendeavor.Prerequisite: None.◆DANC 1241BALLET ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This course offers knowledge and skill development in thebasics of classical Russian ballet technique. Emphasiswill be placed on correct alignment, basic barre work,simple center floor work, and ballet vocabulary.Prerequisite: None.◆DANC 1242BALLET IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This course offers continued development of knowledgeand skill development in classical Russian ballettechnique at the intermediate level. It is designed todevelop control, balance, strength, quality of movementand ballet vocabulary.Prerequisite: DANC 1241 or permission from the Instructor.◆DANC 1245MODERN DANCECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This introductory dance (physical activity) course focuseson fundamental knowledge, skills, and applications ofmodern dance. Students are introduced to moderndance history, terminology, theory, criticism, techniques,individual skills, movement fundamentals, improvisation,choreography, music selection, etc. Emphasis is placedon safety, cognitive and psychomotor skill development,physical conditioning, reinforcing and integratingthe components of fitness/wellness, and exploringassociated educational resources. Promoting the activity(discipline) as an enjoyable, viable life-long fitness orrecreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆DANC 1247JAZZ DANCE ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This introductory dance (physical activity) coursefocuses on the fundamental knowledge, skills, andapplications of jazz dance. Students are introduced tojazz dance history, terminology, attire, theory, criticism,techniques, individual skills, movement fundamentals,choreography, music selection, etc. Concepts of fitnessand the principles of wellness are infused and reinforcedthroughout the course. Emphasis is placed on safety,cognitive and psychomotor skill development, physicalconditioning, and associated resources, both local andnational. This basic dance course promotes jazz danceas an enjoyable, practical, and viable life-long physicalactivity and artistic endeavor.Prerequisite: None.◆DANC 1248JAZZ DANCE IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This secondary dance (physical activity) course focuseson the fundamental knowledge, skills, and applicationof classical dance, emphasizing Jazz. Students areintroduced to detailed jazz dance history, terminology,attire, theory, criticism, techniques, individual skills,movement fundamentals, choreography, music selection,etc. Posture, hand positioning, feet positioning, bodyisolations and overall coordination are practiced.Emphasis is placed on safety, cognitive and psychomotorskill development, physical conditioning, reinforcing andintegrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity (discipline) as an enjoyable, practical andviable life-long fitness or recreational endeavor isencouraged.Prerequisite: DANC 1247 or permission from the Instructor.Course Descriptions251

◆DANC 1253SPANISH BALLET ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This introductory dance (physical activity) course focuseson fundamental knowledge, skills and applicationsof Spanish/Mexican folkloric dance. Students areintroduced to (Mexican) folkloric dance history,terminology, theory, criticism, techniques, individual skills,movement fundamentals, improvisation, choreography,music selection, etc. Emphasis is placed on safety,cognitive and psychomotor skill development, physicalconditioning, reinforcing and integrating the componentsof fitness/wellness, and exploring associated educationalresources. Promoting the activity (discipline) as anenjoyable, practical and viable life-long fitness orrecreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆DANC 2303DANCE APPRECIATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on an introduction to the theoryof Western dance performance forms, includingballet, modern dance, jazz, post-modern dance, andSpanish Folkloric dance. Emphasis is placed on howto understand, enjoy, and appreciate the complexitiesof dance terminology, history, evolution, symbolism,and cultural applications, as pertaining to the variousforms of dance.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.DIESELTECHNOLOGYDEMR 1229PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This is an introductory course designed to providethe student with basic knowledge of proper servicingpractices. Content includes record keeping and conditionof major systems.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in DEMR1401.DEMR 1230STEERING & SUSPENSION ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of design, function, maintenance,and repair of steering and suspension systems.Emphasis is on troubleshooting and repair of failedcomponents.Prerequisite: DEMR 1401.DEMR 1266CAPSTONE: PRACTICUMCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department.DEMR 1303BASIC DRIVING SKILLSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the use of a Class8 combination vehicle. Emphasis will be placed onpreparation to obtain a Texas Commercial DriversLicense (CDL).Prerequisite: DEMR 1401.DEMR 1401DIESEL SHOP SAFETY AND PROCEDURESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of diesel shop safety, rules, basicshop tools, and test equipment.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in READ0080 or equivalent.DEMR 1405BASIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course is an introduction to the basic principles ofelectrical systems of diesel powered equipment withemphasis on starters, alternators, and batteries.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in DEMR1401, and completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH0080 or equivalent.DEMR 1410DIESEL ENGINE TESTING AND REPAIR ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course is an introduction to testing and repairingdiesel engines including related systems specializedtools.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in DEMR1401.DEMR 1416BASIC HYDRAULICSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course covers the fundamentals of hydraulicsincluding components and related systems.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in DEMR1401.DEMR 1417BASIC BRAKE SYSTEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course is an introduction to the basic principles ofbrake systems of diesel powered equipment. Emphasisis placed on maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.Prerequisite: DEMR 1401.DEMR 1435AUTOMATIC POWER SHIFT AND HYDROSTATICTRANSMISSIONS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course is a study of the operation, maintenance, andrepair of automatic power shift hydrostatic transmission.Prerequisite: DEMR 1401 and DEMR 1442.DEMR 1442POWER TRAIN APPLICATIONS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course provides in-depth coverage of the mechanicsand theory of power trains. Emphasis is placed ondisassembly, inspection, and repair of power traincomponents.Prerequisite: DEMR 1401.DEMR 2432ELECTRONIC CONTROLSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course covers advanced skills in diagnostic andprogramming techniques of electronic control systems.Prerequisite: DEMR 1410, DEMR 1401, and DEMR 1405.DRAMA◆DRAM 1120THEATER PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course is a practicum in theater with an emphasison technique and procedures with experience gained inplay productions.Prerequisite: None.◆DRAM 1121THEATER PRACTICUM IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course is a practicum in theater with an emphasison technique and procedures with experience gained inplay productions.Prerequisite: None.252 Course Descriptions

◆DRAM 1310DRAMA APPRECIATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course introduces the theater and develops anappreciation and understanding of the various factors thatmake up a live theater performance. This course surveysall phases of theater including its history, dramatic works,stage techniques, production procedure, and relationshipto the fine arts.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆DRAM 1330STAGECRAFT ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a study and application of visual aestheticsof design which may include the physical theater, sceneryconstruction and painting, properties, lighting, costume,makeup and backstage organization.Prerequisite: None.◆DRAM 1341MAKEUPCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This is a course in design and execution of makeup for thepurpose of developing believable characters. It includesdiscussion of basic makeup principles and the practicalexperience of makeup application.Prerequisite: None.◆DRAM 1342INTRODUCTION TO COSTUMECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of the principles and techniquesof costume design and construction for theatricalproductions.Prerequisite: None.◆DRAM 1351ACTING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Acting I stresses the development of basic skills andtechniques in acting and theatrical performance, includingincreased sensory awareness, improvisational skills,ensemble performing, character analysis, and scriptanalysis. Emphasis will be on developing these actingtools through prepared exercises, monologues anddialogues.Prerequisite: None.◆DRAM 2120THEATER PRACTICUM IIICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course is a practicum in theater with an emphasison technique and procedures with experience gained inplay productions.Prerequisite: None.◆DRAM 2366FILM APPRECIATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course emphasizes the analysis of the visual andaural aspects of selected motion pictures, dramaticaspects of narrative films, and historical growth andsociological effect of film as an art.Prerequisite: None.◆DRAM 2389ACADEMIC COOPERATIVECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:06This is an instructional program designed to integrate oncampusstudy with practical hands-on work experience.In conjunction with class seminars, the individual studentwill set specific goals and objectives in the study ofdrama.Prerequisite: Permission of the Department.ECONOMICS◆ECON 2301PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS I-MACROCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course introduces basic macroeconomic conceptsand methods. Primary emphasis is placed on supply anddemand, income determination, money and banking,unemployment, and public debate.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0085 or equivalent, orBNKG 1340.◆ECON 2302PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS II-MICROCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course introduces basic macroeconomic conceptsand methods. Primary emphasis is placed on supplyand demand, demand elasticity, market structuredifferentiation, and government regulation.Prerequisite: Successful completion of MATH 0085 orsatisfactory score on placement test.EDUCATION◆EDUC 1301INTRODUCTION TO THE TEACHINGPROFESSIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This is an enriched, integrated pre-service course andcontent experience that provides active recruitmentand institutional support of students interested in ateaching career, especially in high need fields; providesstudents with opportunities to participate in early fieldobservations at all levels of P-12 schools with varied anddiverse student populations; and provides students withsupport from college and school faculty for the purposeof introduction to and analysis of the culture of schoolingand classrooms. This course includes a 16 contact hourlab component in P-12 classrooms.Prerequisite: None.◆EDUC 2301INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL POPULATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This is an enriched, integrated pre-service courseand content experience that: provides an overviewof schooling and classrooms from the perspectives oflanguage, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnic andacademic diversity, and equity with an emphasis onfactors that facilitate learning; and provides studentswith opportunities to participate in early field observationsof P-12 special populations. This course includes a 16contact hour lab component with special populations inP-12 schools.Prerequisite: EDUC 1301.ELECTRICIANASSISTANTELPT 1325NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This the an introductory study of the National ElectricCode (NEC) for those employed in fields requiringknowledge of the Code. Emphasis is on wiring design,protection, methods, and materials; equipment forgeneral use; and basic calculations.Prerequisite: None.ELPT 1411BASIC ELECTRICAL THEORYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers basic theory and practice of electricalcircuits. It also includes calculations as applied toCourse Descriptions253

alternating and direct current.Prerequisite: None.ELPT 1419FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to basic direct current(DC) theory including electron theory and direct currentapplications.Prerequisites: None.ELPT 1420FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course introduces alternating current (AC). IncludesAC voltage, frequency, mechanical andelectrical degrees, waveforms, resistors, capacitors,and inductors.Prerequisites: ELPT 1411, ELPT 1419, ELPT 1325, and ELPT1429.ELPT 1429RESIDENTIAL WIRINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This courses covers wiring methods, for single familyand multi-family dwellings. It includes load calculations,service entrance sizing, proper grounding techniques,and associated safety procedures.Prerequisites: None.ELPT 1445COMMERCIAL WIRINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course provides instruction in commercial wiringmethods. It includes over current protection, racewaypanel board installation, proper grounding techniques,and associated safety procedures.Prerequisites: ELPT 1411, ELPT 1419, ELPT 1325, and ELPT1429.ELPT 1457INDUSTRIAL WIRINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course provides instruction in wiring methods usedfor industrial installations. It includes motor circuits,raceway and busway installations, proper groundingtechniques, and associated safety procedures.Prerequisites: ELPT 1419, ELPT 1445.ELPT 2325NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides in-depth coverage of the NationalElectrical Code (NEC) for those employed in fieldsrequiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis is placedon wiring protection and methods, special conditions,and advanced calculations.Prerequisites: ELPT 1411, ELPT 1419, ELPT 1325, and ELPT1429.ELPT 2419PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers the fundamental concepts ofprogrammable logic controllers, principles of operation,and numbering systems as applied to electrical controls.Prerequisites: ELPT 1419, ELPT 1445.ELPT 2447ELECTRICAL TESTING AND MAINTENANCECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers proper and safe use of electricalpower equipment test devices and the interpretationof test results. It includes protective relay testing andcalibration, direct current (DC) testing, insulation powerfactor testing, and medium voltage switchgear.Prerequisites: ELPT 1411, ELPT 1419, ELPT 1325, and ELPT1429.HART 1411SOLAR FUNDAMENTALSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of heat transference, motors,pumps and other mechanical devices; solid stateswitches; photovoltaic plates and energy conversion;thermal dynamics; and solar energy.Prerequisites: None.WIND 2359WIND POWER DELIVERY SYSTEMCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is an in-depth study of the components,equipment, and infrastructure used in the production andtransmission of electricity as related to wind turbine powerand the input and output of electrical power deliverysystems for wind generation.Prerequisites: None.ELECTRONICSCETT 1333INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AND CADOPERATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This is an introduction to the fundamental operation ofsoftware application packages such as word processing,spreadsheets, and presentation software. Topicsinclude electronic storage, data creation, and retrievalof documentation and data used in technical fields andsoftware applications.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.CETT 1403DC CIRCUITSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the fundamentals of directcurrent including Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws and circuitanalysis techniques. Emphasis is placed on circuitanalysis of resistive networks and DC measurements.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.CETT 1405AC CIRCUITSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the fundamentals of alternatingcurrent including series and parallel AC circuits, phasors,capacitive and inductive networks, transformers, andresonance.Prerequisite: CETT 1403.CETT 1409DC/AC CIRCUITSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers the fundamentals of DC circuits andAC circuits operation including Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’slaws, networks, transformers, resonance, phasors,capacitive and inductive and circuit analysis techniques.Prerequisite: None.CETT 1421ELECTRONIC FABRICATIONCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of electronic circuit fabricationtechniques including printed circuit boards, wirewrapping, bread boarding, and various solderingtechniques.Prerequisite: CETT 1403.CETT 1425DIGITAL FUNDAMENTALSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is an entry level course in digital electronics coveringnumber systems, binary mathematics, digital codes,logic gates, Boolean algebra, Karnaugh maps, andcombinational logic. Emphasis is placed on circuit logicanalysis and troubleshooting digital circuits.254 Course Descriptions

Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.CETT 1441SOLID STATE CIRCUITSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of various semiconductor devicesincorporated in circuits and their applications. Emphasisis placed on circuit construction, measurements, andanalysis.Prerequisite: CETT 1403.CETT 1445MICROPROCESSORCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is an introductory course in microprocessor softwareand hardware: architecture, timing sequence, operation,and programming. Discussion of appropriate softwarediagnostic language and tools will be included.Prerequisite: CETT 1403.CETT 1457LINEAR INTEGRATED CIRCUITSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the characteristics, operations,stabilization, testing, and feedback techniques oflinear integrated circuits. Application in computation,measurements, instrumentation, and active filtering isemphasized.Prerequisite: CETT 1441.CETT 1449DIGITAL SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is a course in electronics covering digital systems.Emphasis is placed on application and troubleshootingdigital systems using counters, registers code converters,multiplexers, analog-to-digital to-analog circuits, andlarge-scale integrated circuits.Prerequisite: CETT 1425.CETT 2188CAPSTONE: INTERNSHIPCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This is a work-based experience that enables the studentto apply specialized occupational theory, skills andconcepts. A learning plan is developed by the collegeand the employer.Prerequisite: CETT 2439.CETT 2189CAPSTONE: INTERNSHIPCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This is a work-based experience that enables the studentto apply specialized occupational theory, skills andconcepts. A learning plan is developed by the collegeand the employer.Prerequisite: CPMT 1407, CETT 1425 and EECT 1440.CETT 2437MICROCOMPUTER CONTROLCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a study of microprocessors and microcomputerswith an emphasis on embedded controllers for industrialand commercial applications. Topics include RAM, ROMand input/output (I/O) interfacing. An introduction toprogramming is included.Prerequisite: CETT 1405.CETT 2439AMPLIFIER ANALYSISCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is an advanced study of electronic amplifierapplications including op-amps, audio amps, video amps,and other high frequency amplifiers.Prerequisite: CETT 1405 and CETT 1441.CPMT 1166CAPSTONE: COMPUTER SYSTEMSTECHNOLOGY PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: CPMT 1411 or CPMT 1445.CPMT 1403INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER TECHNOLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is a fundamental computer course that provides indepthexplanation of the procedures to utilize hardwareand software. Emphasis is placed on terminology,acronyms, and hands-on activities.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.CPMT 1404MICROCOMPUTER SYSTEM SOFTWARECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course provides skill development in the installation,configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting ofsystem software in microcomputers. Topics may includeoperating systems, utility software and other softwareaffecting the basic operation of a microcomputer system.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.CPMT 1407ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER SKILLSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers the study of current electronicconstruction techniques including using common handtools used in disassembly, repair, and re-assembly ofelectronics and computer components.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.CPMT 1411INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER MAINTENANCECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the installation,configuration, and maintenance of a microcomputersystem.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.CPMT 1445COMPUTER SYSTEMS MAINTENANCECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an examination of the functions of thecomponents within a computer system. Developmentof skills in the use of test equipment and maintenanceaids is emphasized.Prerequisite: CPMT 1403 or CPMT 1411.CPMT 1447COMPUTER SYSTEM PERIPHERALSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers theory and practices involved incomputer peripherals, operation and maintenancetechniques, and specialized test equipment.Prerequisite: CPMT 1411 or CPMT 1445.CPMT 1449COMPUTER NETWORKING TECHNOLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers networking fundamentals, terminology,hardware, software, and network architecture. It includeslocal and wide area networking concepts and networkinginstallations and operations.Prerequisite: CPMT 1403.CPMT 2166CAPSTONE: COMPUTER SYSTEMSTECHNOLOGY PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingCourse Descriptions255

supported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: CPMT 2433.CPMT 2188CAPSTONE: INTERNSHIP-COMPUTERINSTALLATIONCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a work-based learning experience thatenables the student to apply specialized occupationaltheory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developedby the college and the employer.Prerequisite: CPMT 1403.CPMT 2288CAPSTONE: INTERNSHIP-COMPUTERINSTALLATIONCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:12This course is a work-based learning experience thatenables the student to apply specialized occupationaltheory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developedby the college and the employer.Prerequisite: CPMT 2433.CPMT 2350INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION PREPARATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides an overview of the objectives forthe industry specific certification exam.Prerequisite: CPMT 2433.CPMT 2433COMPUTER INTEGRATIONCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is an advanced course in integration of hardware,software, and applications. Customization of computersystems for specific applications such as engineering,multimedia, or data acquisition is covered.Prerequisite: CPMT 1445 and CPMT 1449.CPMT 2437Microcomputer InterfacingCRT HRS: 04 LEC HrS: 03 LAb HRS: 04This course covers the concepts and terminologyinvolved in interfacing the internal architecture of themicrocomputer with commonly used external devices.Prerequisite: CPMT 2433CPMT 2445COMPUTER SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course includes principles and practices involved incomputer system troubleshooting techniques and repairprocedures including advanced diagnostic test programsand the use of specialized test equipment.Prerequisite: CPMT 1445.CPMT 2449ADVANCED COMPUTER NETWORKINGTECHNOLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an in-depth study of networking technologywith emphasis on network operating systems, networkconnectivity, hardware, and software. It includesimplementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance ofLAN and/or WAN network environments.Prerequisite: CPMT 1449.EECT 1403INTRODUCTION TO TELECOMMUNICATIONSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03T h i s c o u r s e p r o v i d e s a n o v e r v i e w o f t h etelecommunications industry. Topics include the historyof the telecommunications industry, terminology, rulesand regulations, and industry standards and protocols.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.EECT 1407CONVERGENCE TECHNOLOGIESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of telecommunications convergencetechnologies including telephone, LAN, WAN, wireless,voice, video, and internet protocol.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.EECT 1440TELECOMMUNICATIONS TRANSMISSIONMEDIACRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04T h i s c o u r s e c o v e r s t h e f u n d a m e n t a l s o ftelecommunications media, including installation,maintenance, and troubleshooting. Topics addressmedia characteristics and connectorization.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.EECT 1444TELECOMMUNICATIONS BROADBANDSYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a survey of telecommunications broadbandtransmissions systems including protocols, testing,applications, and safety practices.Prerequisite: EECT 1403.EECT 2188CAPSTONE: COMMUNICATION ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGYCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:04This course is a work-based learning experience thatenables the student to apply specialized occupationaltheory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developedby the college and the employer.Prerequisite: EECT 1407.EECT 2288CAPSTONE: COMMUNICATION ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGYCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course is a work-based learning experience thatenables the student to apply specialized occupationaltheory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developedby the college and the employer.Prerequisite: EECT 2440 and ITSY 1442.EECT 2440TELECOMMUNICATIONS CENTRAL OFFICEEQUIPMENTCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an examination of the theory, operationand maintenance of central office telecommunicationsequipment.Prerequisite: EECT 1444.EECT 2433TELEPHONE SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of installation and maintenancesystems including telephone set, public switchednetworks, local exchanges, networks, two and fourwire systems, tip and ringing requirements, and digitaltransmission techniques.Prerequisite: EECT 1407.EECT 2435TELECOMMUNICATIONSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of modern telecommunicationsystems incorporating microwave, satellite, optical, andwire/cable-based communications systems. Instructionis provided in installation, testing, and maintenance ofcommunications systems components.Prerequisite: EECT 1403.256 Course Descriptions

EECT 2437WIRELESS TELEPHONY SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers the principles of wireless/cellulartelephony systems to include call processing, handoff,site analysis, antenna radiation patterns, commonlyused test/maintenance equipment and access protocol.Prerequisite: EECT 2433.ELMT 2435CERTIFIED ELECTRONICS TECHNICIANTRAININGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is a review of electronics concepts andprinciples in preparation for sitting for a certificationexamination administered by an outside organizationor agency.Prerequisite: Completion of CETT 1405 and CETT 1441.INTC 1457AC/DC MOTOR CONTROLCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is a study of electric motors and motor controldevices common to a modem industrial environment. Apresentation of motor characteristics with emphasis onstarting, speed control, and stopping systems is included.Prerequisite: CETT 1425 and CPMT 1407.LOTT 1401INTRODUCTION TO FIBER OPTICSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to fiber optics and itsapplication, including the advantages of fiber, lighttransmission in fiber, types of fiber, sources, detectors,and connectors.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.RBTC 1405ROBOTIC FUNDAMENTALSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to flexible automation.Topics will include installation, repair, maintenance, anddevelopment of flexible robotic manufacturing systems.Prerequisite: CETT 1425 and EECT 1440.EMERGENCYMEDICALTECHNOLOGYEMSP 1160EMT-BASIC CLINICALCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts in a hospitalclinical setting. Direct supervision is provided bythe clinical professional. This is an unpaid clinicalexperience.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1501.EMSP 1161EMT-INTERMEDIATE HOSPITAL CLINICALCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts in a hospitalclinical setting. Direct supervision is provided by theclinical professional. This is an unpaid intermediate levelclinical experience.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; Concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1438.EMSP 1166EMT-BASIC PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:07This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student. This course isan experience on an ambulance unit that helps studentsgain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills,and integrate knowledge. Direct supervision is providedby a clinical professional, generally a clinical preceptor.This is an unpaid basic practicum experience.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1501.EMSP 1167EMS EMTI PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:07This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student. This course isan experience in an ambulance unit that helps studentsgain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills,and integrate knowledge. Direct supervision is providedby a clinical professional, generally a clinical preceptor.This is an unpaid practicum experience at the EMT-Intermediate level.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1438.EMSP 1208EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course provides the student with instruction,demonstration, and driving range practice to preparedrivers of emergency vehicles to operate their vehiclessafely in the emergency and non-emergency mode.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1501.EMSP 1355TRAUMA MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a detailed study of the knowledge and skillsnecessary to reach competence in the assessment andmanagement of patients with traumatic injuries.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 1438.EMSP 1356PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND AIRWAYMANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a detailed study of the knowledge andskills required to reach competence in performing patientassessment and airway management.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 1438.EMSP 1371EMS DOCUMENTATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is designed to develop the student’sdocumentation skills with regard to rendering emergencymedical care. Both written and oral reports will bereviewed as well as the legal implications associatedwith report writing.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1501.EMSP 1438INTRODUCTION TO ADVANCED PRACTICECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an exploration of the foundationsnecessary for mastery of the advanced topics of clinicalpractice out of the hospital.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 1161 and EMSP1167, current TDH EMT-Basic certification.Course Descriptions257

EMSP 1472EMERGENT ISSUES IN EMTCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:02The purpose of this course is to demonstrate a workingknowledge of clinical information and related topicsrelevant to the practice of pre-hospital emergency medicalcare at the Emergency Medical Technician -Basic (EMT-B)level. The student will research new/upcoming issues andprepare written and oral presentations. The student willbe evaluated on presentation as well as content.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1501.EMSP 1501EMT-BASICCRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the level of EmergencyMedical Technician (EMT)-Basic. The student will learn allthe skills necessary to provide emergency medical careat a basic life support level with an ambulance serviceor other specialized services.Prerequisite: Admission to the program; concurrent enrollmentin EMSP 1160 and EMSP 1166.EMSP 2160PARAMEDIC CLINICAL ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills and concepts in a hospitalclinical setting. Direct supervision is provided by theclinical professional. This is an unpaid paramedic levelone clinical experience.Prerequisite: Admission to the program and concurrentenrollment in EMSP 2444.EMSP 2161PARAMEDIC CLINICAL IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts in a hospitalclinical setting. Direct supervision is provided by theclinical professional. This is an unpaid paramedic leveltwo clinical experience.Prerequisite: Admission to the program and concurrentenrollment in EMSP 2434.EMSP 2243ASSESSMENT BASED MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:04This course is designed to provide for teachingcomprehensive, assessment-based patient caremanagement. It includes specific care when dealingwith pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2444.EMSP 2266CAPSTONE: PARAMEDIC PRACTICUMCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:16This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student. This course isan experience on an ambulance unit that helps studentsgain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills,and integrated knowledge. Direct supervision is providedby a clinical professional, generally a clinical preceptor.This is an unpaid practicum experience at the EMT-Paramedic level.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2434 andsuccessful completion of EMSP 2243, and permission fromthe department.EMSP 2330SPECIAL POPULATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03258 Course DescriptionsThis course is a detailed study of the knowledge and skillsnecessary to reach competence in the assessment andmanagement of ill or injured patients in nontraditionalpopulations.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2434.EMSP 2338EMS OPERATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a detailed study of the knowledge andskills necessary to reach competence to safely managethe scene of an emergency.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2444.EMSP 2434MEDICAL EMERGENCIESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a detailed study of the knowledge andskills necessary to reach competence in the assessmentand management of patients with medical emergencies.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2330, successfulcompletion of EMSP 2444, EMSP 2160 and EMSP 2338.EMSP 2444CARDIOLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a detailed study of the knowledge and skillsnecessary to reach competence in the assessment andmanagement of patients with cardiac emergencies. Thisincludes basic dysrhythmia interpretation, recognitionof 12-lead EKGs for field diagnosis, and electrical andpharmacological interventions.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EMSP 2160.ENGINEERING◆ENGR 1101INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERINGCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to engineering as adiscipline and a profession. It includes instruction in theapplication of mathematical and scientific principles to thesolution of practical problems for the benefit of society.Prerequisite: None. Recommended: MATH 1414.◆ENGR 1204ENGINEERING GRAPHICSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to spatial relationships,multi-view projection and sectioning, dimensioning,graphical presentation of data and fundamentals ofcomputer graphics. Methods of graphical communicationsare given, including working drawings for design andproduction, descriptive geometry and solid modeling.Emphasis is placed on computer-aided design, buttraditional mechanical drafting techniques are presented.Prerequisite: None.Recommended: MATH 1414 or higher.◆ENGR 2301STATICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a calculus-based study of composition andresolution of forces, equilibrium of force system, friction,centroids, and moments of inertia. Other topics includevector algebra, structural analysis (trusses), frames anddistributed loads, shear and bending moment diagrams,and virtual work.Prerequisite: PHYS 2425 and MATH 2413 with a grade of “C”or better and completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH2414, or permission from the instructor.◆ENGR 2302DYNAMICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a calculus-based study of dynamics of rigid

odies, force mass acceleration, work-energy andimpulse-momentum computation, particle dynamics, andmechanical vibrations.Prerequisite: ENGR 2301 and MATH 2414 with a grade of “C”or better or permission from the instructor.◆ENGR 2430DIGITAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers Boolean algebra and analysis.Synthesis of combinational and sequential switchingnetworks with applications to computer design is alsocovered. The lab component includes the basics ofdigital logic and hardware, flip flops, registers, sequentialcircuits and state machines.Prerequisites: None.Recommended: MATH 1414.ENGLISHENGL 0071WRITING SKILLS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This English course is designed to improve the students’writing skills. The aim of this course is to prepare thestudent for ACCUPLACER and college writing. Thestudent will study professional and peer writing samples;the composing techniques of different modes of writing;and grammar, usage, and mechanics. Special emphasisis placed on sentence skills in the context of essay writing.This course has required one-hour lab.Prerequisite: Placement based on ACCUPLACER score,Sentence Skills 0-65, and Essay 0-3+; or equivalent.ENGL 0081WRITING SKILLS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This English course is designed to advance the students’writing skills. The aim of this course is to prepare thestudents for ACCUPLACER and college writing. Thestudents will study professional and peer writing samples;the composing techniques of different modes of writing;and grammar, usage, and mechanics. Special emphasisis placed on paragraph construction in the context ofessay writing. This course has a required one-hour lab.Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0071 with a grade of “C” orbetter; or placement based on ACCUPLACER score, SentenceSkills 66-72, and Essay 4+; or equivalent.ENGL 0091WRITING SKILLS IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This English course is designed to advance the students’writing skills. The aim of this course is to prepare thestudents for ACCUPLACER and college writing. ºThestudents will study professional and peer writing samples;the composing techniques of different modes of writing;and grammar, usage, and mechanics. Special emphasisis placed on essay construction. This course has arequired one-hour lab.Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0081 with a grade of “C” orbetter; or placement based on ACCUPLACER score, SentenceSkills 73-79, and Essay 5+; or Sentence Skills 0-59 and Essayof 6+; or equivalent.*Note: For placement into Developmental English courses,both Sentence Skills and Essay criteria need to be met;otherwise, the lower score will be used for placement (forexample, a score of Sentence Skills 34 and Essay 5 will placethe student at ENGL 0071 level. A score of Sentence Skills 80and Essay 4 will place the student at ENGL 0081).◆ENGL 1301COMPOSITIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on the development of effectivecommunication through written discourse. Emphasis isplaced on the process of writing, including pre-writing,writing, stages of revision, and editing. Students will learnto employ various organizational strategies to expositoryessays and will analyze style, tone, and point of view indifferent literary genres.Prerequisite: A score of 60+/E-6, E-7, E-8 or 80+/E-5 on theACCUPLACER Exam for Writing, equivalent placement score,or completion of ENGL 0091 with a grade of “C” or better; anda score of 61 on the ACCUPLACER Exam for Reading, thecompletion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆ENGL 1302COMPOSITION II-RHETORICCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Students will examine and employ rhetorical strategiesand techniques of argumentation in written discourse,principles of logic will be discussed, and research anddocumentation techniques will be applied in the processof completing a research project.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 1301.◆ENGL 2289ENGLISH ACADEMIC CAPSTONECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This class will include practical, hands-on work in areasrelated to English language and literature. In conjunctionwith class seminars, the academic capstone will provideopportunities for greater understanding and exposure toEnglish through the applied study of the written word.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2307CREATIVE WRITING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is for students who want to explore, discover,and develop their writing talents. The focus of this courseis on the techniques and skills necessary in writing fiction,nonfiction, poetry, drama or screen writing.Prerequisite: None.◆ENGL 2308CREATIVE WRITING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a further exploration and discovery in studentwriting, which may include fiction, nonfiction, poetry,or drama. This course focuses on producing workof publishable quality and on the practical aspects ofpublication.Prerequisite: ENGL 2307.◆ENGL 2311TECHNICAL WRITINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on writing special types of reportsoften used in engineering, science, and business.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2321BRITISH LITERATURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes selected readings of Britishliterature. It encompasses the study of three literarygenres which may include short stories, poetry anddrama, novel or novella, and essay. English 2321 is alsodesigned to introduce students to the study of literaryperiods, terms and criticism.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2326AMERICAN LITERATURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes selected readings of Americanliterature. It encompasses the study of three literarygenres which may include short stories, poetry anddrama, novel or novella, and essay. English 2326 is alsodesigned to introduce students to the study of literaryperiods, terms and criticism.Course Descriptions259

Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2331WORLD LITERATURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes selected readings of worldliterature. It will include the study of three literary genreswhich may include short stories, poetry and drama, novelor novella, and essay. English 2331 is also designed tointroduce students to the study of literary periods, termsand criticism.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2341INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides students an introduction to thestudy of a minimum of three literary genres whichmay include short stories, poetry and drama, novel ornovella, and essay. English 2341 is also designed tointroduce students to the study of literary periods, termsand criticism.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2342STUDIES IN THEMES AND GENRESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is designed to focus on literary works whichmay be unified by theme, period, subject matter, or genre.English 2342 is also designed to introduce students to thestudy of literary periods, terms and criticism.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2351MEXICAN AMERICAN LITERATURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes selected reading in MexicanAmerican Literature, as well as some other HispanicAmerican readings. It encompasses the study of threeliterary genres which may include short stories, poetryand drama, novel or novella, and essay. English 2351is also designed to introduce students to the study ofliterary periods, terms, and criticism.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.◆ENGL 2389ACADEMIC COOPERATIVE IN ENGLISHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is designed to integrate on-campus studywith practical hands-on experience. Depending on thecooperative’s and student’s focus, individualized goalsand objectives will be set to further their study in the fieldof English. This will enable students to gain valuablepractical experience in their own specialized interestswithin the field of study.Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in both ENGL 1301 andENGL 1302.ENGLISH AS ASECOND LANGUAGEESOL 0031ESOL ORAL COMMUNICATION ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course prepares speakers of other languagesat the beginning or low intermediate level for oralcommunication in both public and academic settings.Emphasis is placed on developing listening andspeaking skills through training in pronunciation, basicconversations, and listening to natural speeches or prosein short paragraphs. This course does not apply towardthe Associate Degree.Prerequisite: None.ESOL 0032ESOL ORAL COMMUNICATION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course prepares speakers of other languagesat the intermediate or high intermediate level for oralcommunication in both public and academic settings.Emphasis is placed on developing listening and speakingskills through training in pronunciation, conductingclassroom oral presentations or short speeches, andlistening to natural speeches or prose in sustained length.This course does not apply toward the Associate Degree.Prerequisite: None.ESOL 0033ESOL ORAL COMMUNICATION IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course prepares speakers of other languages at theadvanced level for oral communication in both public andacademic settings. Emphasis is placed on developinglistening and speaking skills through listening to naturalspeeches or prose in sustained length and throughengagement in conversations in various communicativesituations. This course does not apply toward theAssociate Degree.Prerequisite: Placement is based on student’s interview withthe ESOL coordinator, or passing ESOL 0032 or ESOL 0042with a grade of “C” or better.ESOL 0041ESOL COMPOSITION FOR NON-NATIVESPEAKERS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course focuses on assisting speakers of otherlanguages at the beginning and low intermediate levelsin acquiring English proficiency in reading and writing.Emphasis is placed on building vocabulary and sentenceskills in the context of readings. Instruction will also focuson reading comprehension strategies such as finding themain idea and the details. Training in writing strategieswill focus on writing in response to reading and will alsofocus on paragraph construction. This course does notapply toward the Associate Degree.Prerequisite: None.ESOL 0042ESOL COMPOSITION/FOR NON-NATIVESPEAKERS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course focuses on assisting speakers of otherlanguages at the intermediate and high intermediatelevels in acquiring English proficiency in reading andwriting. Emphasis is placed on building vocabulary andsentence skills in the context of readings. Instructionwill also focus on additional reading comprehensionstrategies such as generalization, inference, predictionand drawing conclusions. Training in writing strategieswill focus on writing in response to reading and will alsofocus on essay construction. This course does not applytoward the Associate Degree.Prerequisite: None.GEOGRAPHY◆GEOG 1301PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00An introductory course designed to provide a foundationof the study of geography. Emphasis is placed onweather, ocean currents and climates. Course materialincludes soils and vegetation types and distributions.Prerequisite: A passing score on the Reading ACCUPLACERExam or equivalent; or completion of READ 0090 with a gradeof “C” or better.260 Course Descriptions

GEOLOGY◆GEOL 1403PHYSICAL GEOLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course includes the study of the principles ofphysical and historical geology. It includes the studyof the earth’s composition, structure and internal andexternal processes, as well as the geologic history ofthe earth and evolution of life.Prerequisite: A passing score on the Reading ACCUPLACERExam or equivalent; or completion of READ 0090 with a gradeof “C” or better.◆GEOL 1404HISTORICAL GEOLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of Physical Geologycovering the principles related to the deformation of theearth, glaciology, history of the universe and the practicalapplications of geology in areas such as oil and miningexploration, hydrogeology, pollution and the conservationof our ecosystem.Prerequisite: GEOL 1403 with a grade of “C” or better.◆GEOL 1445OCEANOGRAPHYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course will explore the physical, chemical,geological, and biological processes operating in themarine environment. The dynamic processes that affectthe ocean water, sea floor, and abundant life forms willbe studied, as will the methods and techniques scientistsuse to investigate the ocean. Topics for discussion willinclude, but will not be limited to, the origin of oceanbasins, properties of sea water, wind circulation,waves and tides, coastal and ocean habitats, oceanresources, and human presence in the ocean and relatedenvironmental challenges. It is recommended, but notrequired, that students take this course in sequence withMeteorology (GEOL 1447).Prerequisite: Pass the reading section of the ACCUPLACERExam or completion of READ 0090 with a grade of “C”or better or equivalent; pass the math section of theACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “C” or better or equivalent.◆GEOL 1447METEOROLOGYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is an introductory study of energy,temperature moisture, precipitation, and winds thatcombine to create weather. Topics include, but arenot limited to, the causes of the seasons, forms ofmoisture, atmospheric stability, cloud development,precipitation process, pressure, storm systems,thunderstorms, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes, andworld climate. Labs include, but are not limited to,reading and preparing weather maps, making weathermeasurements, and seasons. It Is recommended, butnot required, that students take this course in sequencewith Oceanography (GEOL 1445).Prerequisite: Pass the reading section of the ACCUPLACERExam or completion of READ 0090 with a grade of “C”or better or equivalent; pass the math section of theACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “C” or better or equivalent.HEALTH ANDMEDICALADMINISTRATIVESERVICESHITT 1166CODING PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department and completionof all course work within the specialty with a grade of “C” orbetter.HITT 1253LEGAL AND ETHICAL ASPECTS OF HEALTHINFORMATIONCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course teaches concepts of confidentiality, ethics,health care legislation, and regulations relating to themaintenance and use of health information.Prerequisite: HITT 1301.HITT 1255HEALTH CARE STATISTICSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on general principles of healthcare statistics with emphasis in hospital statistics.Also included is skill development in computation andcalculation of health data.Prerequisite: HITT 1301.HITT 1301HEALTH DATA CONTENT AND STRUCTURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is an introduction to systems and processesfor collecting, maintaining, and disseminating primaryand secondary health related information. Instructionin delivery and organizational structure to includecontent of health record, documentation requirements,registries, indices, licensing, regulatory agencies, forms,and screens.Prerequisite: None.HITT 1305MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of word origin and structure throughthe introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals,abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medicalspecialties, and diagnostic procedures.Prerequisite: None.HITT 1341CODING AND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course focuses on the application of basic codingrules, principles, guidelines, and conventions.Prerequisite: HITT 1301 and HITT 1305, or MDCA 1321 andMDCA 1343.HITT 1345HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to organization, financing,and delivery of health care services, accreditation,licensure, and regulatory agencies.Prerequisite: HITT 1301.HITT 1349PHARMACOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the basic concepts of thepharmacological treatment of various diseases affectingmajor body systems.Prerequisite: HITT 1305 and completion of, or concurrentenrollment in, HPRS 2301.Course Descriptions261

HITT 2166PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the Department; HITT 1301 andHITT 1253.HITT 2167CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department; HITT 2166.HITT 2331ADVANCED MEDICAL TERMINOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of advanced terminology in variousmedical and surgical specialties.Prerequisite: HITT 1305.HITT 2335CODING AND REIMBURSEMENTMETHODOLOGIESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course focuses on the development of advancedcoding techniques with an emphasis on case studies,health records, and federal regulations regardingperspective payment systems and methods ofreimbursement.Prerequisite: HITT 1341.HITT 2339HEALTH INFORMATION ORGANIZATION ANDSUPERVISIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on the principles of organizationand supervision of human, fiscal, and capital resources.Prerequisite: HITT 1345.HITT 2343QUALITY ASSESSMENT AND PERFORMANCEIMPROVEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course involves the study of the many facets ofquality standards and methodologies in the healthinformation management environment. Topics includelicensing, accreditation, compilation and presentation ofdata in statistical formats, quality improvement functions,quality tools, utilization management, risk management,and medical staff data quality issues.Prerequisite: HITT 1345.HITT 2371CURRENT PROCEDURAL TERMINOLOGYCODING-CPT4CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course covers principles of ambulatory codingusing CPT-4 procedures and the use of HCPCS (HealthCare Financing Administration: Common ProcedureCoding System).Prerequisite: HITT 1301, HITT 1305, and completion of orconcurrent enrollment in HPRS 2301.HITT 2372ADVANCED CPT CODING-CPT4CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course focuses on the development of advancedCPT coding techniques with an emphasis on casestudies, health records, and methods of reimbursement.Prerequisite: HITT 2371.HPRS 2301PATHOPHYSIOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the pathology and generalhealth management of diseases and injuries acrossthe life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, andthe physical and psychological reactions to diseasesand injuries.Prerequisite: HITT 1305 or Program Chair approval.HITT 1211COMPUTERS IN HEALTHCARECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the concepts of computertechnology related to health care and the tools andtechniques for collecting, storing, and retrieving healthcare data.Prerequisite: POFM 1309.MRMT 1307MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:05This course focuses on the fundamentals of medicaltranscription with hands-on experience in transcribingphysician dictation including basic reports such as historyand physicals, discharge summaries, consultations,operative reports, and other medical reports. Thecourse is also designed to develop speed and accuracyand utilizes transcribing and information processingequipment compatible with industry standards.Prerequisite: HITT 1305 or concurrent enrollment, and wordprocessing skills.MRMT 2166PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department and completionof all course work within the specialty with a grade of “C” orbetter.MRMT 2167MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION PRACTICUMCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Permission from the department and completionof all course work within the specialty with a grade of “C” orbetter.MRMT 2333MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:05This courses focuses on the production of advancedreports of physician dictation with increasing speed andaccuracy including history and physicals, consultations,discharge summaries, operative reports, and othermedical reports.Prerequisite: MRMT 1307 and concurrent enrollment in HITT1349.MRMT 2371ADVANCED MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:06This course is a continuation of medical transcriptionskills with emphasis on surgery dictation, operating roomprocedures and surgical instruments.Prerequisite: MRMT 2333.POFM 1309MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to basic medical office skillsincluding telephone techniques, filing and indexing, mailhandling, appointment scheduling, travel arrangements,correspondence and business transactions, and officemachines. There is an emphasis on developing human262 Course Descriptions

elations and customer service skills.Prerequisite: Must type at least 35 wpm.HEATING,VENTILATION,AIR CONDITIONING& REFRIGERATIONTECHNOLOGYHART 1401BASIC ELECTRICITY FOR HVACCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers principles of electricity as required byHVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electricalcircuits, and component theory and operation.Prerequisite: None.HART 1407REFRIGERATION PRINCIPLESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the refrigeration cycle,heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship,refrigerant handling, refrigeration components and safety.Prerequisite: None.HART 1410HVAC SHOP PRACTICES AND TOOLSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers tools and instruments used in theHVAC industry. It includes proper application, use andcare of these tools, and tubing and piping practices.Prerequisite: None.HART 1445GAS AND ELECTRICAL HEATINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is the study of the procedures and principlesused in servicing heating systems including gas firedfurnaces and electric heating systems.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.HART 2431ADVANCED ELECTRICITYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is advanced electrical instruction and skillbuilding in installation and servicing of air conditioningand refrigeration equipment, including detailed instructionin motors and power distribution, motors, motor controls,and application of solid state devices.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.HART 2438CAPSTONE: AIR CONDITIONING INSTALLATIONAND STARTUPCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is the study of air conditioning systeminstallation, refrigerant piping, condensate disposal, andair cleaning equipment with emphasis on startup andperformance testing.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.HART 2441COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is a study of components, applications, andinstallation of air conditioning systems with capacitiesof 25 tons or less.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.HART 2442COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATIONCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04Theory of and practical application in the maintenance ofcommercial refrigeration; medium and low temperatureapplications and ice machines are introduced in thiscourse.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.HART 2443INDUSTRIAL AIR CONDITIONINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04A study of components, accessories, applications, andinstallation of air conditioning systems above 25 tonscapacity will be presented.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.HART 2445AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS DESIGNCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the properties of air and resultsof cooling, heating, humidifying or dehumidifying; heatgain and heat loss calculations including equipmentselection, duct fabrication, and balancing the air system.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.MAIR 1449REFRIGERATORS, FREEZERS, WINDOW AIRCONDITIONERSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers theory, sequence of operation,components and repair, electrical schematics, andtroubleshooting electronic components in air conditioningand refrigeration. Emphasis is placed on safety for theelectrical, mechanical, and sealed systems.Prerequisite: HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1410.HISTORY◆HIST 1301UNITED STATES HISTORY ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a survey of the political, social, economic, military,cultural and intellectual history of the United States fromthe discovery of America to the Civil War.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆HIST 1302UNITED STATES HISTORY IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a survey of the political, social, economic, military,cultural and intellectual history of the United States fromreconstruction to the present.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆HIST 2301TEXAS HISTORYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of Texas from the Spanishexploration to the present.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆HIST 2311WESTERN CIVILIZATION ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides a survey of the major political,economic, cultural and intellectual history of Europethrough the Reformation. Emphasis will be placed onthe contributions of Ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greeceand Rome to the Western world, the fall of Rome, theByzantine Empire, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.Students will be expected to show an understandingof the knowledge presented in the course, as well asproficiency in thinking critically about historical issues.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.Course Descriptions263

◆HIST 2312WESTERN CIVILIZATION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is the continuation of Western Civilization Ito the present. This will include momentous economic,political, social and intellectual issues and events such asthe Renaissance and Reformation, European expansion,the Enlightenment, the age of democratic revolutions, theheight of Western Civilization prior to World War I, andthe gradual decline of western hegemony in the worldin the 20th century. Students will be expected to showan understanding of the knowledge presented in thecourse, as well as proficiency in thinking critically abouthistorical issues.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆HIST 2321WORLD CIVILIZATIONS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of ancient and medieval historywith emphasis on Asian, African, American and Europeancultures.Prerequisite: HIST 1301 and HIST 1302.◆HIST 2322WORLD CIVILIZATIONS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of the modern history and culturesof Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas.Prerequisite: HIST 1301 and HIST 1302.◆HIST 2327MEXICAN AMERICAN HISTORY ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an interpretation of the historicalheritage of the Mexican American in the UnitedStates. Emphasis will be given to the development ofNew Spain’s northern frontier, the impact of Mexico’sIndependence movement on the northern frontier, 19thcentury U.S. territorial expansion and the incorporationof Texas, the Southwest, and California into the UnitedStates.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.(May substitute for HIST1301).◆HIST 2328MEXICAN AMERICAN HISTORY IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an interpretation of the historicalheritage of the Mexican American in the United States.Emphasis will be given to nineteenth and twentiethcentury social, political and economic issues in MexicanAmerican culture, including the legacy of social activismon the people. In addition, the course may cover topicsdealing with the South Texas border culture. Students willbe expected to show and understanding of the knowledgepresented in the course, as well as proficiency in thinkingcritically about historical issues.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better. (May substitute for HIST1302).◆HIST 2381AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the historical, economic, social,and cultural development of minority groups. May includeAfrican-American, Mexican-American, Asian-American,and Native-American issues.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆HIST 2389ACADEMIC COOPERATIVECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an instructional program designed tointegrate on-campus study with a practical handsonexperience in history. In conjunction with classseminars, the individual student will set specific goalsand objectives in the study of human social behaviorand/or social institutions.Prerequisite: Completion of six hours in History.HUMANRESOURCESHRPO 1302HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING ANDDEVELOPMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an overview of the human resourcedevelopment function specifically concentrating on thetraining and development component. Topics includetraining as related to organizational missions and goals:budgeting, assessment, design, delivery, evaluation,and justification of training, including distance andvirtual education.Prerequisite: None.HRPO 1305MANAGEMENT AND LABOR RELATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the development and structureof the labor movement including labor legislation,collective bargaining, societal impact, labor/managementrelationships, and international aspects.Prerequisite: None.HRPO 1306BASIC MEDIATOR TRAININGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Topics in this course include history of mediation,Alternative Dispute Resolution legislation in Texas,conflict resolution theory, mediation theory and practice,mediation process and techniques, self-awarenessand ethics.Prerequisite: None.HRPO 1311HUMAN RELATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides practical application of the principlesand concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonalrelationships in the business and industrial environment.Prerequisite: None.HRPO 2188INTERNSHIP HUMAN RESOURCEMANAGEMENTCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:06This is a work-based learning experience that enablesthe student to apply specialized occupational theory,skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by theCollege and the employer.Prerequisite: Approval of Internship Coordinator.HRPO 2301HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Behavioral and legal approaches to the managementof human resources in organizations are studied inthis course.Prerequisite: BMGT 1301.HRPO 2303EMPLOYMENT PRACTICESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of employment issues including264 Course Descriptions

techniques for human resource forecasting, selection,and placement including interview techniques, preemploymenttesting, and other predictors. Topics includerecruitment methods, the selection process, EqualEmployment Opportunity (EEO), EEO record keepingand Affirmative Action Plans.Prerequisite: HRPO 1302.HRPO 2304EMPLOYEE RELATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an examination of employee relations,policies, practices, and issues required to build strongemployee relations. Topics include communications,employee conduct rules, performance appraisalmethods, Title VII, Federal Medical Leave Act, FairLabor Standards Act, and Americans with DisabilitiesAct updates.Prerequisite: HRPO 1305.HRPO 2306BENEFITS AND COMPENSATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of employee compensationsystems. Topics include compensation systems, directand indirect compensation, internal and externaldetermination of compensation, benefits administration,managing and evaluating for effectiveness, legal andregulatory issues, pay equity, job analysis affecting jobcompensation and competencies.Prerequisite: HRPO 2301.HRPO 2307ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIORCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course includes the analysis and application oforganizational theory, group dynamics, motivationtheory, leadership concepts and the integration ofinterdisciplinary concepts from the behavioral sciences.Prerequisite: HRPO 2301.HUMANITIES◆HUMA 1301INTRODUCTION TO THE HUMANITIES ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes an interdisciplinary, multiperspectivesurvey of cultural, philosophical, aesthetic,and political factors critical to the formulation of valuesand the historical development of the individual andsociety. The course may involve field trips.Prerequisite: TSI Exempt or TSI Complete or completion ofREAD 0080, ENGL 0081.◆HUMA 1302INTRODUCTION TO THE HUMANITIES IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an in-depth, multi-perspective assessmentof cultural, political, philosophical and aesthetic factorscritical to the formation of values, and the historicaldevelopment of the individual and of society.Prerequisite: HUMA 1301.◆HUMA 1305INTRODUCTION TO MEXICAN-AMERICANSTUDIESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the field of Mexican-American Chicano/a studies from its inception to thepresent. It is an interdisciplinary survey designed tointroduce students to the salient cultural, economic,educational, historical, political, and social aspects ofthe Mexican-American/Chicano/a experience.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆HUMA 1311MEXICAN-AMERICAN FINE ARTSAPPRECIATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an examination of Mexican-American/Chicano/a artistic expressions in the visual and/orperforming arts.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆HUMA 1315FINE ARTS APPRECIATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an understanding of the purposesand processes in the visual and musical arts includingevaluation of selected works.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆HUMA 2319AMERICAN MINORITY STUDIESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course will cover the historical, social, andcultural development of one or more minority groups.Furthermore, this course will have an emphasis on thehistorical roots and implications of current socio-culturalof minority groups in the U.S. This course may includeAfrican American, Mexican-American, Asian American,and Native American issues.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆HUMA 2323WORLD CULTURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course will focus on the study of variations amongcontemporary societies throughout the world. Emphasisis on the historical roots and implications of current socioculturaldiversity. Examples will come from a variety ofspecific societies within a regional context. (Cross-listedas ANTH 2346.)Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.KINESIOLOGY◆KINE 1100FITNESS WALKINGCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onthe aerobic sport of brisk, rhythmic, vigorous walking,intended to improve cardiovascular efficiency, strengthenthe heart, control weight, and reduce stress.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1101FITNESS AND MOTOR DEVELOPMENT ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onthe basic principles, concepts, fundamental skills andapplications of cardiovascular training and conditioning.Students are introduced to individual aerobic fitnessactivities, including walking, jogging, running, biking,etc. Emphasis is placed on safety, developing a basiccognitive understanding of the related aspects of exercisescience, enhancing psychomotor skills, reinforcing andintegrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors only.◆KINE 1103WEIGHT TRAINING AND CONDITIONING ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onthe basic principles, concepts, fundamental skills, andapplications of weight training and conditioning. Studentsare introduced to skills, and applications of weighttraining and conditioning. Students are introduced toCourse Descriptions265

individual anaerobic fitness activities, including musclestrength training, muscle endurance training, and musclepower training--using both machine and free-weights.Emphasis is placed on safety, developing a basiccognitive understanding of the related aspects of exercisescience, enhancing psychomotor skills, reinforcing andintegrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1104WEIGHT TRAINING AND CONDITIONING IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of resistance (weight)training, including circuit training, interval training,power lifting, Olympic weight lifting, body-buildingand plyometrics. Emphasis is placed on safety,enhanced cognitive/skill development, advancedtraining/conditioning regimens, fitness evaluations, andcomprehensive fitness program development. Promotingthe activity as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1103 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1105BADMINTONCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course covers the history, rules, basic strokesand strategies in singles and doubles play emphasizedthrough intra-class competition.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1107BASKETBALL ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies of the(team) sport of basketball. Students are introduced tobasketball history, terminology, rules, individual skills(dribbling, passing, shooting, guarding, etc.) and halfcourtteam play (offense & defense). Emphasis is placedon safety, developing psychomotor skills, reinforcingand integrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity (sport) as an enjoyable, practical and viablelife-long fitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1109BOWLING ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies of the sportof bowling. Students are introduced to bowling history,terminology, rules, scoring, basic individual skills (ballselection, the grip, arm/foot positioning, the approach,arm back swing, forward arm swing, release, followthrough, etc.) and competitive play. Emphasis is placedon safety, developing psychomotor skills, reinforcingand integrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity (sport) as an enjoyable, practical and viablelife-long fitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1110BOWLING IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of the sport of bowling,including team play and competition. Emphasis isplaced on safety, enhanced skill development, advancedtraining/conditioning drills, sport/fitness assessments,and exploring associated educational resources.266 Course DescriptionsPromoting the activity (sport) as an enjoyable, practicaland viable life-long fitness or recreational endeavor isstressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1109 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1111FLAG FOOTBALL ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies of the sportof flag football. Students are introduced to flag footballhistory, terminology, rules, scoring, basic individual skills(passing, receiving, running plays, blocking, defending,kicking, punting, etc.) and team play. Emphasis is placedon safety, developing psychomotor skills, reinforcingand integrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity (sport) as an enjoyable, practical and viablelife-long fitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1113GOLF ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge skills, and strategies of the sportof golf. Basic golf skills will be addressed (proper grip,stance, posture, full swing, putting and approach shots).The course is conducted at the driving range.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1114GOLF IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of the sport of golf, includingspecial shots/conditions, sand/rough play, strategiesto improve the golf score/handicap, playing 18 holesof golf, and competitive play. Emphasis is placed onsafety, enhanced skill development, advanced training/conditioning drills, selection of equipment, club play,sport/fitness assessments, and exploring associatededucational resources. Promoting the activity (sport)as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-long fitness orrecreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1113 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1115KARATE ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onthe basic principles, concepts, fundamental skills, andapplications of the discipline of karate. Students areintroduced to karate history, terminology, customs,basic skills (breathing, stances, blocks, falls, roles,punches, strikes, kicks, smashes, etc.) fundamentalstrategies/tactics, and kata. Emphasis is placed on safety,conditioning, enhancing psychomotor skills, reinforcingand integrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1116KARATE IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of the discipline of karatetraining, including kata, sparing, weapons, conditioning,etc. Emphasis is placed on safety, enhanced cognitive/skill development, advanced training/conditioningregimens, fitness evaluations, belt ranking requirements,and kumite competitions. Promoting the activity asan enjoyable, practical and viable life-long fitness orrecreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1115 or permission from the Instructor.

◆KINE 1119RACQUETBALL ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies of the sportof racquetball. Students are introduced to racquetballhistory, terminology, rules, scoring, basic individual skills(strokes, serves, returns, smash, kill shot, wall/multi-wallshots, etc.)--while playing singles. Emphasis is placedon safety, developing psychomotor skills, reinforcingand integrating the components of fitness/wellness andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingthe activity (sport) as an enjoyable, practical and viablelife-long fitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1120RACQUETBALL IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of the sport of racquetball,including advanced shots, doubles play/strategies, cutthroat play, and competitive (tournament) play. Emphasisis placed on safety, enhanced skill development,advanced training/conditioning drills, sport/fitnessassessments, and exploring associated educationalresources. Promoting the activity (sport) as an enjoyable,practical and viable life-long fitness or recreationalendeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1119 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1121SOCCER ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies of thesport of soccer. Students are introduced to soccerhistory, terminology, rules, scoring, basic individualskills (dribbling, shielding, turning, kicking, juggling,receiving, heading, goal keeping, throwing, catching,etc.) and team play. Emphasis is placed on safety,developing psychomotor skills, reinforcing and integratingthe components of fitness/wellness, and exploringassociated educational resources. Promoting the activity(sport) as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1123SOFTBALL ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity focuses on fundamentalknowledge and skills of softball. Students are introducedto softball history, terminology, rules, scoring, basicindividual skills (throwing, catching, hitting, fielding,etc.) and team play. Emphasis is placed on safety,developing psychomotor skills, reinforcing and integratingthe components of fitness/wellness, and exploringassociated educational resources. Promoting the activity(sport) as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1125SWIMMING ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onthe basic principles, concepts, fundamental skills, andapplications of swimming. Students are introduced tobasic individual skills, including various strokes and kicks,breathing, turning, etc. Emphasis is placed on safety,developing a basic cognitive understanding of the relatedaspects of exercise science, enhancing psychomotorskills, reinforcing and integrating the components offitness/wellness, and exploring associated educationalresources. Promoting the activity as an enjoyable,practical and viable life-long fitness or recreationalendeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1126SWIMMING IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of swimming. Emphasis isplaced on safety, enhanced cognitive/skill development,advanced training/conditioning regimens, fitnessevaluations, and comprehensive fitness programdevelopment. Promoting the activity as an enjoyable,practical and viable life-long fitness or recreationalendeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1125 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1127TENNIS ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuseson fundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies ofthe (team) sport of tennis. Students are introducedto tennis history, terminology, rules, individual skills(foot positioning, strokes, serves, returns, volleys,etc.), and singles play. Emphasis is placed on safety,developing psychomotor skills, reinforcing and integratingthe components of fitness/wellness, and exploringassociated educational resources. Promoting theactivity (sport) as an enjoyable, viable life-long fitnessor recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1128TENNIS IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of the (team) sport oftennis, including backhand strokes, smash, drop shot,power shot, power serve, doubles play, etc. Emphasis isplaced on safety, enhanced skill development, advancedtraining/conditioning drills, sport/fitness assessments,and exploring associated educational resources.Promoting the activity (sport) as an enjoyable, practicaland viable life-long fitness or recreational endeavor isstressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1127 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1129VOLLEYBALL ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies of the sportof volleyball. Students are introduced to volleyball history,terminology, rules, scoring, basic individual skills (serving,passing, setting, blocking, hitting, etc.) and team play.Emphasis is placed on safety, developing psychomotorskills, reinforcing and integrating the components offitness/wellness, and exploring associated educationalresources. Promoting the activity (sport) as an enjoyable,practical and viable life-long fitness or recreationalendeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1131YOGA AND FLEXIBILITY TRAININGCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onthe basic principles, concepts, fundamental skills, andapplications of the discipline of yoga. Students areintroduced to yoga history, terminology, philosophy,flexibility training, basic yoga postures, breathing/relaxation techniques, musculoskeletal anatomy/physiology, etc. Emphasis is placed on exploringassociated educational resources and promoting theactivity as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longCourse Descriptions267

fitness or recreational endeavor.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1132SELF DEFENSE AND PERSONAL SAFETYCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity course focuses onthe basic principles, concepts, fundamental skills, andapplications of the discipline of self-defense. Students areintroduced to self-defense history, terminology, applicablestatistics, basic self-defense skills, fundamentalstrategies/tactics, physical conditioning techniques/applications, and first aid techniques, etc. Emphasis isplaced on the exploration and identification of associatedself-defense resources.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1133OUTDOOR ADVENTURE TRAININGCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This introductory physical activity and adventure trainingcourse focuses on the basic principles, concepts,fundamental skills, and applications of outdoor adventuretraining. Students are introduced to various outdooradventure training activities, such as backpacking,hiking, orienteering, camping, survival skills, competitiveadventure activities, etc. Emphasis is placed on physicalconditioning, exploring associated educational resources,and promoting the activities as enjoyable, practical andviable life-long fitness or recreational endeavors.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1144FITNESS AND WELLNESS ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This physical activity course is designed for Kinesiologymajors as part of the required departmental courses forappropriate completion of the A.A. degree in Kinesiology.This course builds upon the concepts presented inFitness and Motor Development I with an emphasison the fitness components of cardiovascular efficiency,muscular strength, and flexibility. Students will developa comprehensive understanding of various trainingtechniques and participate in activities that will enhancethe fitness components. Students will also acquire thenecessary information and understanding to promotethe sound fundamental aspects of fitness and to beadvocates for participation in lifelong fitness activities.Prerequisite: KINE 1101. Kinesiology Majors only.◆KINE 1149TEAM SPORTS ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This specialized physical activity course focuses onadvanced knowledge, skills, and strategies of competitiveteam sports. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, leadershipdevelopment, cultural growth, moral growth, physicaldevelopment, social development and intellectualdevelopment. Promoting the competitive activity (sport)as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-long fitness orrecreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1150TEAM SPORTS IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This specialized physical activity course focuses onadvanced knowledge, skills, and strategies of competitiveteam sports. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, leadershipdevelopment, cultural growth, moral growth, physicaldevelopment, social development and intellectualdevelopment. Promoting the competitive activity (sport)as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-long fitness orrecreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1210AEROBIC DANCE ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This introductory physical activity course focuses on thefundamental skills and applications of aerobic dance.Students are introduced to various forms of aerobicdance, including low impact step, low impact slide, etc.Emphasis is placed on safety, developing psychomotorskills, reinforcing and integrating the components offitness/wellness, and exploring associated educationalresources. Promoting the activity as an enjoyable,practical and viable life-long fitness or recreationalendeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1211AEROBIC DANCE IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This physical activity course focuses on the advancedknowledge and applications of aerobic dance training,including a combination of advanced moves and theintegration of various types of aerobic dance. Emphasis isplaced on safety, enhanced skill development, advancedtraining/conditioning regimens, fitness evaluations,exploring associated educational resources, anddeveloping choreographed routines. Promoting theactivity as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational endeavor is stressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1210 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1251BEGINNING SCUBACRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This advanced aquatic activity course focuses onfundamental theory, skills, and application of SCUBAtraining (classroom, pool, and open water). Emphasisis placed on safety, first aid, physical conditioning,reinforcing and integrating the components of wellness/fitness, and exploring associated resources. Promotingdiving as an enjoyable, viable life-long fitness orrecreational occupation is stressed.Prerequisite: Swimming proficiency or permission from theInstructor/Department Chair.◆KINE 1252SCUBA IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This advanced aquatic activity course focuses onadvanced theory, skills and application of SCUBAtraining as a recreational sport. Emphasis is placedon safety, first aid, physical conditioning, reinforcingand integrating the components of wellness/fitness,and exploring associated resources. Promoting divingas an enjoyable, viable life-long fitness or recreationaloccupation is stressed.Prerequisite: KINE 1251 or permission from the Instructor.◆KINE 1253LIFEGUARD TRAININGCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This advanced aquatic activity course focuses onfundamental knowledge, skills, and strategies leadingtoward American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.Students are introduced to lifeguard training, includingrescue skills, surveillance skills, first aid training, andinteraction with special populations. Emphasis is placedon safety, developing swim/rescue skills, reinforcing andintegrating the components of fitness/wellness, andexploring associated educational resources. Promotingcertification as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational occupation is stressed.Prerequisite: Proof of adequate swimming ability or KINE 1126or permission from the department.268 Course Descriptions

◆KINE 1301INTRODUCTION TO KINESIOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an orientation to the field ofkinesiology, its scope, organization of professionalactivities, vocational opportunities and professionalqualifications.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1304PERSONAL HEALTH AND WELLNESSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of factors involved in humanphysical and psychological wellness. Disorders arisingfrom mutagenic, teratogenic infections, environment andlifestyle behaviors will be studied.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1305COMMUNITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an introduction to the fundamentalprinciples, concepts, strategies, applications, andcontemporary trends related to understanding communityhealth resources and environmental issues/safeguards.The course focuses on developing an awarenessand understanding of health trends, health educationopportunities, school and community health programs,public health agencies, and state/federal governmentresources related to public health and the environment.The breadth and seriousness of current health andenvironmental conditions facing U.S. communities anddiverse populations is also stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1306FIRST AID AND SAFETYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides basic knowledge for safe andeffective living. The essential aspects of home, work,motor vehicle and public safety will be covered. Boththeoretical and practical aspects of emergency care willbe included. Standard First Aid, Personal Safety andCardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) are covered.Certification upon completion of the course is basedupon American Red Cross standards.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1308SPORTS OFFICIATING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an introduction to the theory,strategy, terminology, rules and applications of sportsofficiating for team sports with certification as theintended outcome. Emphasis is placed on the importanceof physical conditioning and increasing studentknowledge/appreciation of basketball, football, baseball,softball, and other appropriate sports. Promoting thecourse as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational avocation is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1309SPORTS OFFICIATING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an introduction to the theory,strategy, terminology, rules and applications of sportsofficiating for team sports with certification as theintended outcome. Emphasis is placed on the importanceof physical conditioning and increasing studentknowledge/appreciation of volleyball, soccer, tennis,and other appropriate sports. Promoting the course asand enjoyable, practical and viable life-long fitness orrecreational avocation is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1321TECHNIQUES OF COACHING SPORTS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides instruction in fundamental skillsof coaching, organization of practices, and handling ofteams during competitive seasons of sport. Emphasis isplaced on the ability of the coach to teach and exerciseleadership. Topics include the history, theories, andphilosophies of competitive sports.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1322TECHNIQUES FOR COACHING SPORTS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a continuation of KINE 1321 and includesadvanced theories and philosophies of coaching.Prerequisite: KINE 1321.◆KINE 1331KINESIOLOGY FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers physical education for elementaryeducation majors. It includes an orientation to the fieldof kinesiology, physical fitness and sport, vocationalopportunities, and a detailed analysis of fundamentalprinciples, content, and curriculum of the elementaryschool kinesiology program.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1333RHYTHM SKILLSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the fundamental theory andconcepts of rhythm activities with an emphasis onskill development, programs, planning, fitness andleadership. Emphasis will be on dance, martial arts,pilates, and yoga.Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors only.◆KINE 1336INTRODUCTION TO RECREATION ACTIVITIESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the fundamental theory and conceptsof recreational activities with an emphasis on skilldevelopment, programs, planning, fitness and leadership.Emphasis will be on backpacking, cycling, orienteering,swimming, and rock climbing.Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors only.◆KINE 1338CONCEPTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the concepts and use of selectedphysiological variables of fitness, Individual testing andconsultation and the organization of sports and fitnessprograms.Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors only.◆KINE 1346DRUG USE AND ABUSE IN SOCIETYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on the study of the use and abuseof drugs and other harmful substances in today’s societyfrom historical and contemporary perspectives. Emphasisis placed on the physiological, sociological, economic,psychological, medical, ethical, and legal factorsassociated with substance abuse. Particular attention andstudy will be devoted to the impact of alcohol, tobacco,narcotics, and sports enhancement drugs on varioussegments of society. An overview of intervention andtreatment programs will also be explored.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 2255WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTORCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This advanced aquatic activity course focuses onadvanced knowledge, skills, and strategies leading towardCourse Descriptions269

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification. Students areintroduced to water safety instructor (WSI) training,including developing and mastering aquatic-relatedteaching skills designed to prevent aquatic accidentsand save lives; learn organizational and presentationskills. Emphasis is placed on safety, teaching swim/rescue skills, reinforcing and integrating the componentsof fitness/wellness, and exploring associated educationalresources. Promoting certification as an enjoyable, viablelife-long fitness or recreational occupation is stressed.Prerequisite: Current Lifeguard certification or KINE 1253 orpermission from the department.◆ROTC 1201MARKSMANSHIP AND FIRST AIDCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course provides studies in the fundamentals ofrifle and pistol marksmanship and practical experiencein marksmanship on an indoor range. Emphasis isplaced on the study of weapons safety. The course alsoexamines basic first aid procedures. Two hours of classlecture and an optional 75-minute leadership laboratory.An optional weekend field training exercise is offered.Prerequisite: None.◆ROTC 1202SURVIVAL AND LAND NAVIGATION TRAININGCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This is an Introduction to Basic Military Science. Itincludes studies in basic military skills. Emphasis isplaced on methods and techniques of survival andland navigation, but it is also designed to enhanceself-confidence and physical fitness through activeparticipation in adventure training. Two hours of classtime and an optional 75-minute laboratory teach theseprinciples. An optional weekend field training exerciseis offered.Prerequisite: None.◆ROTC 3202ADVANCED ARMY PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENTCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This is a practicum in physical development where astudent applies the physical development skills learnedin Basic Army Physical Development and applies themto a program that best suits the individual. The studentwill be tested in accordance with FM 21-20 and the ArmyPhysical Fitness Test to determine one’s ability and AR600-9 in attainment of physical goals. Three hours ofoutdoor physical conditioning and an optional 75-minuteleadership laboratory.Prerequisite: None.MANUFACTURINGTECHNOLOGYDEMR 1301SHOP SAFETY AND PROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00A study of shop safety, rules, basic shop tools, and testequipment.Prerequisite: None.DFTG 1313DRAFTING FOR SPECIFIC OCCUPATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a discussion of theory and practice withdrafting methods and the terminology required for nondraftingmajors to prepare working drawings in PrecisionManufacturing.Prerequisite: DFTG 1425.DFTG 1425BLUEPRINTREADING AND SKETCHINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to reading and interpretingthe working drawings for manufactured products andassociated tooling. Students will utilize sketchingtechniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings.Prerequisite: None.DFTG 2402MACHINE DRAFTINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers production of detail and assemblydrawings of machines, threads, gears, cams, tolerancesand limit dimensioning, surface finishes, and precisiondrawings.Prerequisite: DFTG 1313.MCHN 1293COST ESTIMATINGCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course covers principles of direct and indirectcost productivity, cycle time forecasting, productionscheduling, optimization and continuous improvement.Prerequisite: MCHN 2341.MCHN 1301BEGINNING MACHINE SHOPCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course covers the fundamentals of machine shopsafety, math, and measurement.Prerequisite: None.MCHN 1320PRECISION TOOLS AND MEASUREMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to the modern scienceof dimensional metrology. Emphasis is placed on theidentification, selection, and application of varioustypes of precision instruments associated with themachine trade. Students will gain practice of basic layoutand piece part measurements while using standardmeasuring tools.Prerequisite: None.MCHN 1326INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER-AIDEDMANUFACTURING (CAM) (formerly INMT1443)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of Computer-Aided Manufacturing(CAM) software which is used to create part programs,transfer programs to the machine control unit andmachine parts.Prerequisite: DFTG 1313, DFTG 1425.MCHN 1343MACHINE SHOP MATHEMATICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is designed to prepare the student withtechnical, applied mathematics that will be necessary infuture machine shop-related courses.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.MCHN 1382CAPSTONE: COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20In this course, career related activities encountered inthe student’s area of specialization are offered througha cooperative agreement between the college, employerand student. Under supervision of the college and theemployer, the student combines classroom learning withwork experience. Directly related to a technical discipline,specific learning objectives guide the student through thework experience.Prerequisite: None.MCHN 1419MANUFACTURING MATERIALS ANDPROCESSESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a basic study of various materials usedin the metals industry and the chemical, physical, and270 Course Descriptions

mechanical properties of various metals. Emphasis isplaced on manufacturing processes, including casting,forming, machining and molding.Prerequisite: None.MCHN 1438BASIC MACHINE SHOP ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This is an introductory course that assists the studentin understanding the machinist occupation in industry.The student begins by using basic machine tools suchas the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw,and bench grinder. Machine terminology, theory, math,part layout, and bench work using common measuringtools is included. Emphasis is placed on shop safety,housekeeping, and preventative maintenance.Prerequisite: None.MCHN 1452INTERMEDIATE MACHINING ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers the operation of drills, milling machines,lathes, and power saws, and provides an introduction toprecision measuring techniques.Prerequisite: DFTG 1425, MCHN 1438.MCHN 2341ADVANCED MACHINING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This is an advanced study of lathe and milling operations.Emphasis is placed on advanced cutting operations of thelathe and milling machines, including the use of carbide inserttooling, bench assembly and metals metallurgy.Prerequisite: MCHN 1452.MCHN 2344COMPUTERIZED NUMERICAL CONTROLPROGRAMMING (formerly INMT 2334)CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the programming and operationof computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine shopequipment.Prerequisite: MCHN 2403 (formerly INMT 1445).MCHN 2345ADVANCED MACHINING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers advanced milling, drilling, grindingand lathe operations to close tolerance dimensions.Emphasis is placed on job planning and advanced usesof precision measuring instruments.Prerequisite: MCHN 2341.MCHN 2382CAPSTONE: COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:01OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20In this course, career related activities encountered inthe student’s area of specialization are offered througha cooperative agreement between the college, employerand student. Under supervision of the college and theemployer, the student combines classroom learning withwork experience. Directly related to a technical discipline,specific learning objectives guide the student through thework experience.Prerequisite: MCHN 1382.MCHN 2403FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER NUMERICALCONTROLLED (CNC) MACHINE CONTROLS(formerly INMT 1445)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This course is an introduction to G and M codes(RS274-D) necessary to program Computer NumericalControlled (CNC) machines.Prerequisite: MCHN 1452, DFTG 1313, MCHN 1438.MCHN 2547SPECIALIZED TOOLS AND FIXTURESCRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:06This is an advanced course in the designing and buildingof special tools, such as jigs, fixtures, punch pressdies and molds. This course covers the machining andassembling of a production tool, using conventionalmachine shop equipment. It includes the application ofproduction tool theory, care and maintenance.Prerequisite: DFTG 1313, MCHN 2341, MCHN 1452.PLTC 1445PLASTIC PROCESSES ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers identification and examination ofthermoplastic processes. Emphasis on safety, selection,and preparation of raw materials, machine functions,mold setup and the use of auxiliary equipment associatedwith injection molding.Prerequisite: None.PLTC 2346PLASTIC PROCESSES IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a continuation of Plastic Processes Iwith further emphasis on injection molding techniques.Examination of thermoset molding utilizing bothcompression and transfer processes is included. Asurvey of vacuum forming, extrusion, and blow moldingis also provided.Prerequisite: PLTC 1445.QCTC 1303QUALITY CONTROLCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course provides information on quality controlprinciples and applications. It is designed to introducethe student to the quality control profession.Prerequisite: MCHN 1320.QCTC 1305TEAMINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study in group dynamics, synergy,team building, consensus decision making, workplace communication skills, active listening skills,win/win resolution, confrontation skills, creativity, andbrainstorming. Students will examine team presentationskill, overall team communication, and resolvingpersonality conflicts.Prerequisite: None.WLDG 1337INTRODUCTION TO METALLURGY FORMANUFACTURING AND PRECISIONMANUFACTURINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of ferrous and nonferrousmetals from the ore to the finished product relevant tomanufacturing and precision manufacturing. Emphasisis placed on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing,welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, andmechanical properties of metal including hardness,machine-ability and ductility.Prerequisite: None.MATHEMATICSMATH 0080BASIC MATHEMATICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is a study of fundamental mathematicsprinciples and concepts. Topics include performing basicarithmetic operations on integers, fractions and decimals;performing calculations involving exponents and orderof operations; estimating solutions to problems; solvingapplication problems involving proportions, percents,and different units of measurement; simplifying algebraicexpressions and solving linear equations; and solvingproblems involving geometric concepts and figures. Thefocus of lab instruction is content reinforcement.Prerequisite: ACCUPLACER Arithmetic (AR) score of 0-64Course Descriptions271

AND an Elementary Algebra (EA) placement score of 18-67;or equivalent.MATH 0085INTRODUCTORY ALGEBRACRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is a study of introductory algebra. Topicsinclude simplifying algebraic expressions, solutions oflinear equations and inequalities in one variable, applyingrules of exponents, calculations involving scientificnotations, operations on polynomials, factorization ofpolynomials, solving polynomial equations by factoring,systems of equations, graphs of linear equations intwo variables, and application problems involvinglinear models. The focus of lab instruction is contentreinforcement.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 with a grade of “C”or better; or an ACCUPLACER Arithmetic (AR) score of 65+AND an Elementary Algebra (EA) placement score of 18-54;or equivalent.MATH 0090INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA PART I ANDGEOMETRYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is a study of intermediate algebra andgeometry. Topics include factorization of polynomials,operations on rational expressions, solving rationalequations, radical expressions, rational exponents,quadratic equations and inequalities and their graphs,application problems involving quadratic models,functional notation, and application problems ongeometry. The focus of lab instruction is contentreinforcement.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0085 with a grade of “C” orbetter; or an ACCUPLACER Arithmetic (AR) score of 65+ ANDan Elementary Algebra (EA) placement score of 55-67.◆MATH 1316PLANE TRIGONOMETRYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers trigonometric functions, identities,equations and applications.Prerequisite: MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better.◆MATH 1324FINITE MATHEMATICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01Topics include: linear equations, quadratic equations,functions and graphs, inequalities, mathematics offinance (simple and compound interest, annuities), linearprogramming, matrices, systems of linear equations,applications to management, economics, and business.Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary AlgebraACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLMACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “P” or “C” or better, or equivalent.◆MATH 1332CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course covers modern algebra and geometry.Topics include sets, logic, number systems, functions,measurement, geometric concepts, and an introductionto probability and statistics. This course emphasizes reallife applications of math.Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary AlgebraACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLMACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “P” or “C” or better, or equivalent.◆MATH 1350FUNDAMENTALS OF MATHEMATICS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course includes concepts of sets, functions,numeration systems, number theory, and properties ofthe natural numbers, integers, rational and real numbersystems with an emphasis on problem solving and criticalthinking. This course is designed specifically for studentswho seek middle grade (4-8) teacher certification.Prerequisite: MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better.◆MATH 1351FUNDAMENTALS OF MATHEMATICS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course includes concepts of geometry,probability, and statistics, as well as applications ofalgebraic properties of real numbers to conceptsof measurement with an emphasis on problemsolving and critical thinking. This course is designedspecifically for students who seek middle grade (4-8)teacher certification.Prerequisite: MATH 1350 with a grade of “C” or better.◆MATH 1414COLLEGE ALGEBRACRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is the study of quadratic, polynomial, rational,logarithmic and exponential functions. It includes systemsof equations, progression, sequence and series, matricesand determinants.Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary AlgebraACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLMACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “P” or “C” or better, or equivalent.◆MATH 1425BUSINESS CALCULUSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00Topics include: Limits and continuity, derivatives,graphing and optimization, exponential and logarithmicfunctions, antiderivatives, integration, applications tomanagement, economics, and business.Prerequisite: MATH 1324 or MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” orbetter; or a 100+ on the Elementary Algebra ACCUPLACER ora 75+ on the College Level Mathematics ACCUPLACER, or a280+ on the math portion of the THEA exam.◆MATH 1442STATISTICSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is a presentation and interpretation of data,probability, sampling, correlation and regression, analysisof variance, and use of statistical software.Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary AlgebraACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLMACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “P” or “C” or better, or equivalent.◆MATH 2412PRECALCULUS ANDTRIGONOMETRYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01This course includes trigonometric identities, formulasand equations, inverse trigonometric functions, vectors,linear programming, applications of matrices anddeterminants, mathematical induction, elementaryprobability, conic sections, and applications of algebraand trigonometry. Students who complete this coursemay not receive credit for MATH 2312.Prerequisite: MATH 1414 with a “C” or better; or a 100+ on theElementary Algebra ACCUPLACER or a 75+ on the CollegeLevel Mathematics ACCUPLACER, or a 280+ on the mathportion of the THEA exam.◆MATH 2413CALCULUS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01This course covers functions, limits, continuity,differentiation, anti-derivatives, and the definite integraland its applications.Prerequisite: MATH 2412 with a grade of “C” or better; or a100+ on the College Level Mathematics ACCUPLACER.◆MATH 2414CALCULUS IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01This course covers derivatives and integrals oftranscendental functions, integration methods and272 Course Descriptions

applications, infinite sequences and series.Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better.◆MATH 2415CALCULUS IIICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01This course covers the study of vectors, calculus ofseveral variables, partial derivatives, multiple integralsand vector calculus, Divergence Theorem and Stoke’sTheorem.Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a grade of “C” or better.◆MATH 2418LINEAR ALGEBRACRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course covers finite dimensional vector spaces,linear transformations and matrices, quadratic forms andgeneral eigen values and eigen vectors.Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better.◆MATH 2420DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to ordinary differentialequations, emphasizing solution techniques to first orderand special higher order differential equations, initialvalue problems, boundary value problems, Laplacetransforms, series solutions, and applications.Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a grade of “C” or better.TECM 1303TECHNICAL MATHEMATICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a review of mathematical functionsincluding fractions, decimals, proportions, perimeters,areas, volumes of geometric figures, and certainalgebraic/trigonometric functions, as required by specificbusinesses and industries for successful on-the-jobperformance.Prerequisite: A score of 18+ on the Elementary AlgebraACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0080.TECM 1371MATHEMATICS FOR ALLIED HEALTHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Topics in this course include common fractions, decimalnumbers, percentages, ratios and proportions, systems ofmeasurements and equivalents, drugs measured in units,intravenous drug administration, and pediatric dosages.Prerequisite: A score of 18+ on the Elementary AlgebraACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0080.MEDICALASSISTANTTECHNOLOGYECRD 1111ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHYCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course covers the fundamentals of cardiovascularanatomy and physiology. It includes basicelectrocardiography procedures, interpretation of basicdysrhythmias, and appropriate modalities.Prerequisite: Admission to the program or Program Chairapproval.MDCA 1166PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better and permission from thedepartment.MDCA 1167PRACTICUM IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a continuation of MDCA 1166- Practicum I.It provide practical, general workplace training supportedby an individualized learning plan developed by theemployer, college and the student.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better and permission from thedepartment.MDCA 1205MEDICAL LAW & ETHICSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course provides instruction in principles, procedures,and regulations involving legal and ethical relationshipsamong physicians, patients, and medical assistants. Itincludes current ethical issues and risk managementas they relate to the practice of medicine and fiduciaryresponsibilities.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.MDCA 1254MEDICAL ASSISTING CREDENTIALING EXAMREVIEWCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course provides preparation for the CertifiedMedical Assisting Exam, including a review of all threecomponents of the CMA exam. An explanation of howthe exam is scored, and opportunities to take practiceexams will be provided.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.Note: This course may be taken by students currently enrolledin a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied HealthEducation Programs) accredited Medical Assisting Programwho are preparing for the Certification exam by the AmericanAssociation of Medical Assistants. See the Program Chair fordetails.MDCA 1321ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This is a course in medical office procedures whichmay include appointment scheduling, medical recordscreation and maintenance, phone communications,financial processes, coding, billing, collecting, third partyreimbursement, credit arrangements, and the use of acomputer in the medical office.Prerequisite: Admission to the program or Program Chairapproval.MDCA 1343MEDICAL INSURANCECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course emphasizes accurate ICD-9 and CPT codingof office procedures for payment / reimbursement bypatient or third party, and prevention of insurance fraud.Additional topics may include managed care or medicaleconomics.Prerequisite: Admission to the program or Program Chairapproval.MDCA 1348PHARMACOLOGY AND ADMINISTRATION OFMEDICATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04Instruction in concepts and application of pharmacologicalprinciples. Focuses on drug classifications, principles andprocedures of medication administration, mathematicalsystems and conversions, calculation of drug problems,and medico-legal responsibilities of the medical assistant.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.Course Descriptions273

MDCA 1352MEDICAL ASSISTANT LABORATORYPROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04Emphasis in this course is on procedures depictedin the Current Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act(CLIA). It includes blood collection, specimen handling,basic urinalysis, identification of normal ranges,quality assurance and quality control. It may includeelectrocardiography.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.MDCA 1409ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR MEDICALASSISTANTSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:00This courses places emphasis on normal human anatomyand physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems withan overview of common pathophysiology.Prerequisite: Admission to the program or Program Chairapproval.MDCA 1417PROCEDURES IN A CLINICAL SETTINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course places emphasis on patient-centeredassessment, examination, intervention, and treatment asdirected by a physician. It includes vital signs, collectionand documentation of patient information, asepsis,minor surgical procedures, and other treatments asappropriated for the medical office.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.MDCA 2266CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM IIICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:16This course provides advanced practical, generalworkplace training supported by an individualizedlearning plan developed by the employer, college, andthe student.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better and permission from thedepartment.PLAB 1323PHLEBOTOMYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course provides instruction in the developmentof skills in the performance of a variety of bloodcollection methods using proper techniques anduniversal precautions. Skills and techniques includevacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skinpuncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, andspecimen collection on adults, children, and infants.The emphasis is placed on infection prevention,proper patient identification, labeling of specimens andquality assurance, specimen handling, processing, andaccessioning. Topics include professionalism, ethics, andmedical terminology.Prerequisite: Admission to the program or Program Chairapproval.MUSIC◆MUAP 1201APPLIED VIOLINCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in violin for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1221, 2201 and 2221.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1202APPLIED VIOLACRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in viola for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1222, 2202 and 2222.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1203APPLIED CELLOCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in cello for Musicmajors. Credit is based in one 50 minute lesson per weekand one hour of required daily practice. This course maybe repeated as MUAP 1223, 2203 and 2223.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1204APPLIED DOUBLE BASSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in double bass forMusic majors. Credit is based on one 50 minute lessonper week and one hour of required daily practice. Thiscourse may be repeated as MUAP 1224, 2204 and 2224.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1205APPLIED FLUTECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in flute for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1225, 2205 and 2225.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1206APPLIED CLARINETCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in clarinet for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1226, 2206 and 2226.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1207APPLIED SAXOPHONECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in saxophone forMusic majors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lessonper week and one hour required daily practice. Thiscourse may be repeated as MUAP 1227, 2207 and 2227.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1208APPLIED TRUMPETCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in trumpet for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1228, 2208 and 2228.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1209APPLIED FRENCH HORNCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in French horn forMusic majors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lessonper week and one hour of required daily practice. Thiscourse may be repeated as MUAP 1229, 2209 and 2229.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.274 Course Descriptions

◆MUAP 1210APPLIED TROMBONECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in trombone forMusic majors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lessonper week and one hour of required daily practice. Thiscourse may be repeated as MUAP 1230, 2210 and 2230.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1211APPLIED BARITONECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in baritone for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1231, 2211 and 2231.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1212APPLIED OBOECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in oboe for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1232, 2212 and 2232.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1213APPLIED BASSOONCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in bassoon for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1233, 2213 and 2233.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1214APPLIED TUBACRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in tuba for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1234, 2214 and 2234.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1215APPLIED PERCUSSIONCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in percussion forMusic majors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lessonper week and one hour of required daily practice. Thiscourse may be repeated as MUAP 1235, 2215 and 2235.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1216APPLIED GUITARCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in guitar for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1236, 2216 and 2236.Prerequisite: Declared music major or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1217APPLIED PIANOCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in piano for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1237, 2217 and 2237.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUAP 1218APPLIED VOICECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course offers private instruction in voice for Musicmajors. Credit is based upon one 50 minute lesson perweek and one hour of required daily practice. This coursemay be repeated as MUAP 1238, 2218 and 2238.Prerequisite: Declared music majors or by special permissionfrom the program chair.◆MUEN 1121BAND ENSEMBLECRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:01This is an instrumental music course open to all who playan appropriate instrument. This course may be repeatedfor a maximum of four credit hours.Prerequisite: None.◆MUEN 1131MARIACHI ENSEMBLECRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:01This course is open to anyone who can sing and/or playan instrument traditionally used in a Mariachi ensemble.Performances on and off campus are a part of thiscourse. This course may be repeated for a maximumof four credit hours.Prerequisite: None.◆MUEN 1132JAZZ ENSEMBLECRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:01Jazz Ensemble is an Instrumental music course opento all students who play an appropriate instrument andwho qualify after a simple audition. This course may berepeated for a maximum of four credit hours.Prerequisite: None.◆MUEN 1133GUITAR ENSEMBLECRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:01Guitar Ensemble is a high-level performing ensembleopen to all students who qualify after a simple audition.This course may be repeated for a maximum of fourcredit hours.Prerequisite: None.◆MUEN 1141CHOIR ENSEMBLECRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:01This vocal music course is open to all who have priorchoral experience or who qualify after a simple audition.This course may be repeated for a maximum of fourcredit hours.Prerequisite: None.◆MUSI 1181PIANO CLASS ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course provides instruction in the fundamentals ofkeyboard technique for beginning piano students. Noprior instrument skills are required.Prerequisite: None.◆MUSI 1182PIANO CLASS IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This applied music course continues exploring thefundamental techniques of playing the piano.Prerequisite: MUSI 1181.◆MUSI 1183VOICE CLASS ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course offers class instruction in the fundamentalsof singing including breathing, tone production, anddiction. It is designed for students with little or no previousvocal training.Prerequisite: None.Course Descriptions275

◆MUSI 1184VOICE CLASS IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course offers class instruction in the fundamentals ofsinging including breathing, tone production, and dictionand builds upon the techniques learned in Voice Class I.Prerequisite: MUSI 1183.◆MUSI 1192GUITAR CLASSCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This applied music course explores the fundamentaltechniques of playing the guitar. No prior skills arerequired.Prerequisite: None.◆MUSI 1193GUITAR CLASS IICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This applied music course continues exploring thefundamental techniques of guitar playing.Prerequisite: MUSI 1192.◆MUSI 1258OPERA WORKSHOPCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This course includes the performance of portions orcomplete operas and the study of the integration of music,acting, and staging of an opera.Prerequisite: None.◆MUSI 1290ELECTRONIC MUSIC ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This course is an introduction to the use of synthesizers,computers, sequencing and music printing software,multi-track recorders and other MIDI (Music InstrumentDigital Interface) devices in the notation, arrangement,composition and performance of music.Prerequisite: MUSI 1181.◆MUSI 1291ELECTRONIC MUSIC IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This course is a continuation of MUSI 1290 and coversthe use of synthesizers, computers, sequencing andmusic printing software, multi-track recorders and otherMIDI (Music Instrument Digital Interface) devices in thenotation, arrangement, composition and performanceof music.Prerequisite: MUSI 1181.◆MUSI 1301FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSICCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the elements of musictheory: scales, intervals, keys, triads, elementary eartraining, keyboard harmony, notation, meter and rhythm.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆MUSI 1306MUSIC APPRECIATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course introduces the student to the elements,forms, and stylistic eras in music through the study ofcultural periods, major composers, and music elements.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆MUSI 1308MUSIC LITERATURE ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of the principal musical formsand cultural periods as illustrated in the literature ofmajor composers.Prerequisite: MUSI 1311 and completion of READ 0090 orequivalent.◆MUSI 1309MUSIC LITERATURE IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a continuation of the survey of principalmusical forms and cultural periods as illustrated in theliterature of major composers.Prerequisite: MUSI 1308 and 1311; and completion of READ0090 or equivalent.◆MUSI 1311MUSIC THEORY ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course involves the analysis and writing of tonalmelody, diatonic harmony up to and including the chordsand extensive ear training. Analysis and writing of smallcompositional forms and correlated study at the keyboardis also included.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆MUSI 1312MUSIC THEORY IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an extension of the analysis and writingof tonal melody, diatonic harmony and ear trainingemployed in Music Theory I.Prerequisite: MUSI 1311, completion of READ 0080 orequivalent.◆MUSI 2181PIANO CLASS IIICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course continues to build more advanced keyboardtechniques for piano students.Prerequisite: MUSI 1182.◆MUSI 2182PIANO CLASS IVCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course builds upon the keyboard techniques learnedin the first three semesters of piano class.Prerequisite: MUSI 2181.◆MUSI 2183VOICE CLASS IIICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course offers continued class instruction in thefundamentals of singing and builds upon those skillslearned in Voice Class I and II.Prerequisite: MUSI 1184.◆MUSI 2184VOICE CLASS IVCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03This course offers continued instruction in thefundamentals of singing and culminates the skills learnedin Voice Class I, II, & III.Prerequisite: MUSI 2183.◆MUSI 2311MUSIC THEORY IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course contains advanced harmony part writingand keyboard analysis, writing of more advancedtonal harmony including chromatics, extended tertianstructures and advanced ear training. It includes anintroduction to 20th century compositional procedures,survey of traditional large forms of compositional andcorrelated study at the keyboard.Prerequisite: MUSI 1312, completion of READ 0080 orequivalent.◆MUSI 2312MUSIC THEORY IVCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an extension of the study of advancedharmony, compositional procedures and advanced eartraining employed in Music Theory III.Prerequisite: MUSI 2311, completion of READ 0080 orequivalent.276 Course Descriptions

OCCUPATIONALTHERAPYASSISTANTOTHA 1341OCCUPATIONAL PERFORMANCE FROM BIRTHTO ADOLESCENCECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers occupational performance ofnewborns through adolescents. It includes frames ofreference, assessment/evaluation tools and techniques,and intervention strategies specific to this population.Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Occupational TherapyAssistant Program.OTHA 1349OCCUPATIONAL PERFORMANCE OFADULTHOODCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of occupational performance ofadults. It includes frames of reference, assessment/evaluation tools and techniques, and interventionstrategies specific to this population.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.OTHA 1353OCCUPATIONAL PERFORMANCE FOR ELDERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers occupational performance of elders.It includes frames of reference, assessment/evaluationtools and techniques, and intervention strategies specificto this population.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.OTHA 1405PRINCIPLES OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to occupational therapyincluding the historical development and philosophy.Emphasis is placed on the roles of the occupationaltherapy assistant. Topics include occupation in daily life,education and functions, occupational therapy personnel,current health care environment, and moral, legal andethical issues.Prerequisite:Completion of and/or concurrent enrollment in allother OTA prerequisite coursework and permission from thedepartment.OTHA 1409HUMAN STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION INOCCUPATIONAL THERAPYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of the biomechanics of humanmotion. Emphasis is placed on the musculoskeletalsystem including skeletal structure, muscles and nerves,and biomechanical assessment procedures.Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Occupational TherapyAssistant Program.OTHA 1415THERAPEUTIC USE OF OCCUPATIONS ORACTIVITIES ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course covers various occupations or activities usedas therapeutic interventions in occupational therapy.Emphasis is placed on awareness of activity demands,contexts, adapting, grading, and safe implementation ofoccupations or activities.Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Occupational TherapyAssistant Program.OTHA 1419THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course offers instruction in concepts, techniques,and assessments leading to proficiency in skills andactivities used as treatment interventions in occupationaltherapy (OT). Special emphasis is placed on theOccupational Therapy Assistant’s role in the OT process.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.OTHA 1460CLINICAL-OTACRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:12This course is health related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.This course is a method of instruction providing trainingand supervised beginning developing work-basedexperience and direct patient care at a clinical site.Specific detailed learning objectives are developed bythe faculty.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with a“C” or better and permission from the department.OTHA 2301PATHOPHYSIOLOGY IN OCCUPATIONALTHERAPYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of the pathology and generalhealth management of diseases and injuries across thelife span encountered in occupational therapy treatmentsettings. Topics will include etiology, symptoms, and theclient’s physical and psychological reactions to diseaseand injury.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.OTHA 2309MENTAL HEALTH IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of the promotion of mental healththrough occupational therapy. Emphasis is placedon theory and intervention strategies to enhanceoccupational performance.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.OTHA 2335HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT INOCCUPATIONAL THERAPYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course explores the roles of the occupationaltherapy assistant in health care delivery. Emphasis isplaced on documentation, reimbursement, credentialing,occupational therapy standards and ethics, health careteam role delineation, and management.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.OTHA 2366CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM-OTA (A)CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:21This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student. This courseis an advanced Level II Fieldwork experience that offersintensive training and experience at the workplaceleading to entry-level skills. The emphasis is on practicalwork experience for which the student has alreadyacquired the theoretical knowledge and basic skills in theclassroom setting. The clinical educator provides directsupervision and learning objectives are established incollaboration with College faculty.Prerequisite: Completion of all OTHA courses from theprevious semester with a grade of “C” or better and permissionfrom the department.Course Descriptions277

OTHA 2367CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM-OTA (B)CRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:21This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college and the student. This courseis an advanced Level II Fieldwork experience that offersintensive training and experience at the workplaceleading to entry-level skills. The emphasis is on practicalwork experience for which the student has alreadyacquired the theoretical knowledge and basic skills in theclassroom setting. The clinical educator provides directsupervision and learning objectives are established incollaboration with College Faculty.Prerequisite: Completion of all OTHA courses from theprevious semester with a grade of “C” or better and permissionfrom the department.OTHA 2405THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a continuation of Therapeutic InterventionsI with an emphasis on current rehabilitative interventions.Students will practice clinical interventions necessary forentry-level practice as per the ACOTE Standards.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.OTHA 2430WORKPLACE SKILLS FOR THE OTACRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This seminar based course is designed to complementLevel II fieldwork by creating a discussion forumaddressing events, skills, knowledge, and/or behaviorsrelated to the practice environment. It will includeapplication of didactic coursework to the clinic and testtakingstrategies for certification exams.Prerequisite: Completion of all coursework within the programwith a grade of “C” or better.PARALEGALLGLA 1303LEGAL RESEARCHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course covers law library techniques, and computerassisted legal research.Prerequisite: None.LGLA 1305LEGAL WRITINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides a working knowledge of thefundamentals of effective legal writing. Topics includebriefs, legal memoranda, case and fact analysis, citationforms, and legal writing styles.Prerequisite: POFT 2312.LGLA 1307INTRODUCTION TO LAW AND THE LEGALPROFESSIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course provides an overview of the law and the legalprofessions. Topics include legal concepts, systems,and terminology; ethical obligations and regulations;professional trends and issues with particular emphasison the paralegal.Prerequisite: None.LGLA 1342FEDERAL CIVIL LITIGATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course presents fundamental concepts andprocedures of federal civil litigation with emphasis onthe paralegal’s role.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 1344TEXAS CIVIL LITIGATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course presents fundamental concepts andprocedures of Texas civil litigation with emphasis on theparalegal’s role.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 and LGLA 1342.LGLA 1353WILLS, TRUSTS AND PROBATEADMINISTRATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course presents fundamental concepts of the lawof wills, trusts, and probate administration with emphasison the paralegal’s role.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 1355FAMILY LAWCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course presents fundamental concepts of familylaw with emphasis on the paralegal’s role. Topics includeformal and informal marriages, divorce, annulment,marital property, and the parent-child relationship.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 2266PRACTICUM: PARALEGALCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:16This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Students enrolled in the Associate Degreeprogram must have completed 46 semester credit hours.LGLA 2303TORTS & PERSONAL INJURY LAWCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course presents fundamental concepts of tort lawwith emphasis on the paralegal’s role. Topics includeintentional torts, negligence, and strict liability.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 2307LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03The course presents basic principles and structure ofmanagement, administration, and substantive systemsin the law office. It includes law practice technology asapplied to paralegals.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 2309REAL PROPERTYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course presents fundamental concepts of realproperty law with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.Topics include the nature of real property, rights andduties of ownership, land use, voluntary and involuntaryconveyances, and the recording of and searching forreal estate documents.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 2311BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course presents basic concepts of businessorganizations with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.Topics include law of agency, sole proprietorships,forms of partnerships, corporations and other emergingbusiness entities.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 2313CRIMINAL LAW AND ROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course covers procedures from arrest to final278 Course Descriptions

disposition, principles of federal and state law, andthe preparation of pleadings and motions as appliedto paralegals.Prerequisite: LGLA 1307.LGLA 2331ADVANCED LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course covers computerized research techniquesand preparation of complex legal documents such asbriefs, legal office memoranda, and citation forms.Prerequisite: LGLA 1303, LGLA 1305, and LGLA 1307.PATIENT CAREASSISTANTNUPC 1171PHLEBOTOMY FOR PATIENT CARETECHNICIANSCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course is designed to provide the student withintroductory skills and knowledge in phlebotomy, dermalpuncture and specimen handling. Lab tests and specimenhandling will be covered. Upon successful completionstudents will be eligible to take the national examinationfor certification in phlebotomy.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0070 or eligibility for READ0080; and completion of ENGL 0071 or eligibility for ENGL0081; and completion of MATH 0080 or eligibility for MATH0085 and concurrent enrollment in NUPC 1320 and NUPC1172.NUPC 1172EKG AND MONITORING SKILLS FOR PATIENTCARE TECHNICIANSCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:02This course is designed to provide the student withintroductory skills and knowledge in EKG and telemetrymonitoring procedures to be applied as a patient caretechnician in a hospital setting. This course will includeinstruction on: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology;electrophysiology; terminology; electrocardiography(EKG testing) ; basic interpretation; and Holter monitoring.Upon successful completion students will be eligible totake national the examination for certification as anEKG technician.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0070 or eligibility for READ0080; and completion of ENGL 0071 or eligibility for ENGL0081; and completion of MATH 0080 or eligibility for MATH0085 and concurrent enrollment in NUPC 1320 and NUPC1171.NUPC 1260CLINICAL II-ACRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in NUPC 1320 andpermission from the department.NUPC 1261CLINICAL II-BCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:08This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in NUPC 1320 andpermission from the department.NUPC 1320PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN/ASSISTANTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This courses is designed to provide the student withthe necessary training, skills, and knowledge neededto gain employment as a Patient Care Technician in ahospital setting.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0070 or eligibility for READ0080;and completion of ENGL 0071 or eligibility for ENGL0081; and completion of MATH 0080 or eligibility for MATH0085 and concurrent enrollment in NUPC 1171 and NUPC1172.NURA 1160CLINICAL ICRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:04This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in NURA 1401 andpermission from the department.NURA 1401NURSE AIDE FOR HEALTH CARECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04This course is designed to prepare entry level nursingassistants to achieve a level of knowledge, skills, andabilities essential to provide basic care to residentsof long-term care facilities. Topics include resident’srights, communication, safety, observation, reportingand assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort andsafety. Emphasis is placed on effective interaction withmembers of the health care team.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0070 or eligibility for READ0080; and Completion of ENGL 0071 or eligibility for ENGL0081; and concurrent enrollment in NURA 1160 and NURA1407.NURA 1407BODY SYSTEMSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:02This course is a basic study of the structures andfunctions of the human body.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0070 or eligibility for READ0080; and Completion of ENGL 0071 or eligibility for ENGL0081; and permission from the department.PHARMACYTECHNOLOGYPHRA 1202PHARMACY LAWCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of federal and state lawsgoverning the practice of pharmacy. The legal andethical constraints governing technician and pharmacistsresponsibilities in various settings will be described.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.PHRA 1206COMPUTERIZED DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMSCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:03This course covers the fundamentals of computerinformation systems and technology within the health caresystem. It includes specialized skills in the production ofpharmaceutical documentation using selected pharmacysoftware packages and the overview of equipmentand devices for drug distribution, preparation, andmanufacturing. It also covers mechanical, automatic,and robotic drug delivery systems.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade “C” or better.PHRA 1243CAPSTONE: PHARMACY TECHNICIANCERTIFICATION REVIEWCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00Course Descriptions279

This is an overview of major topics covered on theNational Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a “C” or better.PHRA 1268CAPSTONE: PRACTICUMCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better and permission from thedepartment.PHRA 1301INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the qualifications,operational guidelines, and job duties of a pharmacytechnician. Topics include definitions of a pharmacyenvironment, the profile of a pharmacy technician, legaland ethical guidelines, job skills and duties, verbal andwritten communication skills, professional resources,safety techniques, and supply and inventory techniques.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0090 and ENGL 0091 witha grade of “C” or better.PHRA 1305DRUG CLASSIFICATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the study of diseaseprocesses, pharmaceutical drugs, abbreviations,classifications, dosages, actions in the body, and routesof administration.Prerequisite: Admission to the Pharmacy Technology Program.PHRA 1309PHARMACEUTICAL MATHEMATICS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course covers pharmaceutical mathematicsincluding reading, interpreting, and solving calculationproblems encountered in the preparation and distributionof drugs, conversion of measurement within theapothecary, avoirdupois, and metric system withemphasis on the metric system of weight and volume.Topics will include ratio and proportion, percentage,dilution and concentration, milliequivalent, units,intravenous flow rates, and solving dosage problems.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0090, ENGL 0091 andMATH 0090 with a grade of “C” or better.PHRA 1313COMMUNITY PHARMACY PRACTICECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to the skills necessaryto process, prepare, label, and maintain recordsof physicians’ medication orders and prescriptionsin a community pharmacy. It is designed to trainindividuals in supply, inventory, and data entry. Topicsinclude customer service, count and pour techniques,prescription calculations, drug selection and preparation,over-the-counter drugs, record keeping, stock leveladjustment, data input, editing, and legal parameters.Prerequisite: Admission to the Pharmacy Technology Program.PHRA 1340PHARMACY THIRD PARTY PAYMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This course is an overview of the health care systemand the impact of managed care on pharmacyreimbursements. It includes the principles and practicesof managed care pharmacy, Medicaid and Medicare,payment plans, reimbursement methods, and formularies.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.PHRA 1345INTRAVENOUS ADMIXTURE AND STERILECOMPOUNDINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of sterile products, legal andregulatory guidelines, hand washing techniques,pharmaceutical calculations, references, safetytechniques, aseptic techniques in parenteralcompounding, proper use of equipment, preparationof sterile products, and safe handling of antineoplasticdrugs.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a grade of “C” or better.PHRA 1349INSTITUTIONAL PHARMACY PRACTICECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This is an exploration of the unique role and practiceof pharmacy technicians in an institutional pharmacywith emphasis on daily pharmacy operation. Topicsinclude hospital pharmacy organization, work flow andpersonnel, medical and pharmaceutical terminology,safety techniques, data entry, packaging and labelingoperations, extemporaneous compounding, inpatientdrug distribution system, unit dose chart fills, qualityassurance, drug storage, and inventory control.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester with a “C”or better.PHRA 1404PHARMACOTHERAPY & DISEASE PROCESSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is the study of disease processes and thetherapeutic properties of the drugs used in treatment.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith a “C” or better.PHRA 1541PHARMACY DRUG THERAPY AND TREATMENTCRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:02This is a study of therapeutic agents, their classifications,properties, actions, and effects on the human body andtheir role in the management of disease. It providesdetailed information regarding drug dosages, side effects,interactions, toxicities, and incompatibilities.Prerequisite: Completion of the previous semester courseswith “C” or better.PHILOSOPHY◆PHIL 1301INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an introduction to some of the major philosophicalquestions that have intrigued mankind over the centuries.This will include examination of the thought of some ofthe most important figures in the history of philosophyfrom the early Greeks to modern times.Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1301.◆PHIL 1304INTRODUCTION TO WORLD RELIGIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a comparative study of various worldreligions.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 and ENGL 0081 orequivalent.◆PHIL 1316HISTORY OF RELIGIONS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an historical survey of major religions,with particular emphasis on Hinduism, Buddhism, andTaoism. Additional religions and religious traditionsconsidered may include one or more of the following:Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Mohism, Chinese folkreligions, and/or Shinto.280 Course Descriptions

Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL1301.◆PHIL 1317HISTORY OF RELIGIONS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is an historical survey of major religions, withparticular emphasis on Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.Additional religions and religious traditions consideredmay include one or more of the following: the Baha’iFaith, ancient Egyptian religions, ancient Greek religions,Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, Norse religions, Celticreligions, and/or other indigenous/traditional (African,North and South American, Australian, Polynesian)religions.Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1301.◆PHIL 2303INTRODUCTION TO LOGICCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course teaches the student clear and effectivethinking. The course will examine principles for correctreasoning and ways to distinguish good reasoning frombad and will consider the kinds of mistakes in reasoningthat are most commonly made in everyday life.Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1301.◆PHIL 2306INTRODUCTION TO ETHICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course will examine moral issues and the claimssurrounding them. In addition, the course will focuson human values, where those values come from andhow we make use of them, as well as examine severalrelated questions such as personal freedom and themeaningfulness of human life.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 and ENGL 0081 orequivalent.◆PHIL 2307INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL AND POLITICALPHILOSOPHYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course will critically examine theories of society, andit will investigate the basic presuppositions and structuresof society, politics, and the ways in which these are to beunderstood and evaluated.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 and ENGL 0081 orequivalent.◆PHIL 2316HISTORY OF CLASSICAL AND MODERNPHILOSOPHY ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of major philosophers andphilosophical systems from ancient, through medieval,to modern times. Emphasis will fall upon philosophersand philosophical systems from ancient times throughthe medieval period.Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1301.◆PHIL 2317HISTORY OF CLASSICAL AND MODERNPHILOSOPHY IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of major philosophers andphilosophical systems from ancient, through medieval,to modern times. Emphasis will fall upon philosophersand philosophical systems from the early modern periodthrough the nineteenth century.Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1301.◆PHIL 2318CONTEMPORARY PHILOSOPHYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of major philosophers andphilosophical systems from ancient, through medieval, tomodern times. Emphasis will fall upon philosophers andphilosophical systems from the early twentieth centurythrough the present day.Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1301.◆PHIL 2321PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a critical investigation of major religiousideas and experiences.Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 1301.PHYSICAL SCIENCE◆PHYS 1415PHYSICAL SCIENCE ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course introduces the concepts and principles ofPhysical Science for non-science majors, surveyingastronomy, meteorology and physics.Prerequisite: Pass the reading section of the ACCUPLACERExam or completion of READ 0090 with a grade of “C”or better or equivalent; pass the math section of theACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0090 with agrade of “C” or better or equivalent.◆PHYS 1417PHYSICAL SCIENCE IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course introduces the concepts and principles ofPhysical Science for non-science majors, surveying,geology, chemistry and physics.Prerequisite: PHYS 1415 with a grade of “C” or better.PHYSICALTHERAPISTASSISTANTPTHA 1266PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:14This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student. This course isa basic type of health professions work-based instructionthat helps students gain practical experience in physicaltherapy, enhance skills and integrate knowledge. Theemphasis is on practical work experience in acute oroutpatient settings for which the student has alreadyacquired the necessary theoretical knowledge andskills in basic patient care and physical agents. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical instructor. A healthpracticum is an unpaid learning experience.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.PTHA 1321PATHOPHYSIOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02This course is a study of the pathogenesis, prognosis,and therapeutic management of diseases/conditionscommonly encountered in physical therapy.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with a“C” or better.PTHA 1405BASIC PATIENT CARE SKILLSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course is an introduction to the theory andapplication of basic patient handling, communicationand functional skills. It includes selected data collectiontechniques.Prerequisite: Acceptance to PTA Program.Course Descriptions281

PTHA 1409INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:02This course is an introduction to the profession of physicaltherapy. It includes the historical and current scope ofphysical therapy and lab procedures basic to patienthandling and functional skills. Emphasis is on selecteddata collection techniques.Prerequisite: Departmental Approval Required.PTHA 1513FUNCTIONAL ANATOMYCRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:06This course is a study of human anatomy and itsapplication to the motion of the musculoskeletal systemas it relates to normal activities and dysfunctions.Prerequisite: Acceptance to PTA Program.PTHA 1531PHYSICAL AGENTSCRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:06This course is a study of the biophysical principles, andapplication of therapeutic physical agents with specificemphasis on indications, contraindications, medicalefficacy and physiological effects.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.PTHA 2201ESSENTIALS OF DATA COLLECTIONCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:04This course is a study of data collections techniquesused to prepare the physical therapist assistant to assistphysical therapy management.Prerequisite: Acceptance to PTA Program.PTHA 2266PRACTICUM II (6 WEEKS)CRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:15This course provides practical, general workplace trainingsupported by an individualized learning plan developedby the employer, college, and the student. This courseis an intermediate type of health professions workbasedinstruction that helps students gain practicalexperience in physical therapy, enhance skills andintegrate knowledge. The emphasis is on practical workexperience in rehabilitation or inpatient settings forwhich the student has already acquired the necessarytheoretical knowledge and basic skills in orthopedic,neurological, or general medical management. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical instructor. A healthpracticum is an unpaid learning experience.Prerequisite:Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.PTHA 2267PRACTICUM III (6 WEEKS)CRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:15This course provides practical, general workplacetraining supported by an individualized learning plandeveloped by the employer, college, and the student.This course is an advanced type of health professionswork-based instruction that helps students gain practicalexperience in physical therapy, enhance skills andintegrate knowledge. The emphasis is on practical workexperience in rehabilitation or outpatient settings forwhich the student has already acquired the necessarytheoretical knowledge and basic skills in neurological,sport medicine, geriatric, or pediatric management. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical instructor. A healthpracticum is an unpaid learning experience.Prerequisite: Completion of PTHA 2266 with a grade of “C”or better.PTHA 2339CAPSTONE: PROFESSIONAL ISSUESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a capstone course which engages the studentin the discussion of professional issues and behaviorsrelated to clinical practice. It prepares the student fortransition into the workforce.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.PTHA 2431MANAGEMENT OF NEUROLOGICALDISORDERSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This is an advanced course integrating previously learnedand new skills/techniques into the comprehensiverehabilitation of selected neurological disorders.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.PTHA 2435REHABILITATION TECHNIQUESCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06This is an advanced course integrating previously learnedand new skills/techniques into the comprehensiverehabilitation of selected long-term pathologies such asmusculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, andintegumentary disorders.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.PTHA 2509THERAPEUTIC EXERCISECRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:06This course will offer critical examination of concepts,principles, and application of techniques related totherapeutic exercise and functional training.Prerequisite: Completion of previous semester courses with agrade of “C” or better.PHYSICS◆PHYS 1401COLLEGE PHYSICS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers principles and application ofmechanics, wave and heat with emphasis on fundamentalconcepts, problem solving, notation and units.Prerequisite: MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better orinstructor’s consent.◆PHYS 1402COLLEGE PHYSICS IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course covers principles and application ofelectricity, magnetics, light, and sound with emphasison fundamental concepts, problem solving, notationand units.Prerequisite: PHYS 1401 with a grade of “C” or better.◆PHYS 2425UNIVERSITY PHYSICS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a calculus-based study of mechanics, includingvibrations and wave, heat and thermodynamics.Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better.◆PHYS 2426UNIVERSITY PHYSICS IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This is a calculus-based study of electromagnetic theoryand applications, electromagnetic waves, solid state andmodern physics.Prerequisite: PHYS 2425 with a grade of “C” or better.282 Course Descriptions

PLUMBERASSISTANTPFPB 1306BASIC BLUEPRINT READING FOR PLUMBERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Introduction to reading and interpreting workingdrawings. Includes symbols and abbreviations and theuse of sketching techniques to create isometric andorthographic drawings of waste, vent, hot and cold water,and gas piping components.Prerequisite: None.PFPB 1323PLUMBING CODES ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course covers state and local plumbing codes andthe application of potable water, wastewater, and gassystems to residential and light commercial settings.Prerequisite: None.PFPB 1408BASIC PIPEFITTING SKILLSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03Mathematical operations necessary to calculate layinglengths of pipe fittings for fabrication. Identification anduse of hand tools and power tools, identification of pipe,pipe fittings, flanges, and fasteners used in the trade.Prerequisite: None.PFPB 1413INTRODUCTION TO THE PLUMBING TRADECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00Material selection, mathematical calculations applicableto the plumbing trade, hand and power tools, and safetypractices.Prerequisite: None.PFPB 1450PLUMBING AND PIPEFITTING EQUIPMENTAND SAFETYCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00Safe use of hand tools, power tools, rigging, and powerequipment used in the plumbing trade for installation ofdifferent plumbing systems.Prerequisite: None.PFPB 2308PIPING STANDARDS AND MATERIALSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Identification, description, and application of pipingstandards and specifications. Includes identificationand use of various metallic and non-metallic pipingmaterials, identification and installation of valves, andmaterial take-offs.Prerequisite: PFPB 1450.PFPB 2315CAPSTONE: INTERMEDIATE TECHNOLOGIESFOR PIPING TRADESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04Piping techniques and materials within the pipe trades.Includes pipefitting procedures for applications andupgrades on techniques and practices designed to dealwith federal, state, and local environmental and safetyregulations.Prerequisite: PFPB 2308, PFPB 2449.PFPB 2449FIELD MEASURING, SKETCHING, AND LAYOUTCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00Use, care, and setup of transit and level. Includes fielddimensioning, sketching, and layout of future processpiping. Emphasizes advanced trade math including theuse of trigonometric functions and tables.Prerequisite: PFPB 1408.Political science◆GOVT 2301AMERICAN GOVERNMENT ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an introduction to the theory andpractice of politics and government in the United Statesat the national and state levels. Topics include politicaltheory, the United States and Texas constitutions,federalism, and the legislative, executive and judicialinstitutions of government.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆GOVT 2302AMERICAN GOVERNMENT IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course examines many of the forces that affect thepolitical process in the United States and Texas. Topicsinclude political participation and the role of the media inpolitics. It also examines some of the major issues andcontroversies in domestic and foreign policy.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.Recommended completion of GOVT 2301.◆GOVT 2304INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an introductory survey of the discipline ofpolitical science focusing on the history, theory, scopeand methods of the field, and the substantive topics inthe discipline.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.◆GOVT 2311MEXICAN-AMERICAN POLITICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides a study of Mexican-American/Chicano politics within the American political experience.It presents both a historical and a topic-based approachto the Mexican-American political experience. Topicsto be studied include the Mexican-American civil rightsmovement, Mexican-American political participation,Mexican-Americans and political parties, Mexican-American interests groups, Mexican-Americans inthe executive and legislative branches and Mexican-Americans and the courts.Prerequisite: Completion of GOVT 2301 or GOVT 2302 with agrade of “C” or better.PSYCHOLOGY◆PSYC 2301GENERAL PSYCHOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of the major topics in psychology.It introduces the study of behavior and the factors thatdetermine and affect behavior.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2302APPLIED PSYCHOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a survey of the applications of psychologicalknowledge and methods in such fields as business,industry, education, medicine, law enforcement, socialwork and government work. Emphasis is placedon interpersonal communication and intrapersonalawareness.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.Course Descriptions283

◆PSYC 2306HUMAN SEXUALITYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a social behavioral science course in whichtopics will include the genesis of sexuality, psychosexualdevelopment, role identity, sexual behavior andphysiology.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2307ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the physical, emotional, socialand cognitive factors affecting growth and developmentof adolescents.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2308CHILD PSYCHOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of physical, cognitive, emotionaland social growth from conception through childhood.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2314LIFESPAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the relationship of the physical,emotional, social and cognitive factors affecting growthand development throughout the life span.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2315PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN ADJUSTMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an examination of the psychological dynamicsunderlying personal and social adjustment andmaladjustments; including frustration, conflict, anxiety,adjustment mechanisms and psychotherapy.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2316PSYCHOLOGY OF PERSONALITYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the development of personality. Itfocuses on contributions of various theorists and theirwork on the understanding of personality and techniquesfor measuring personality.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2317STATISTICAL METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of statistical methods used inpsychological research, assessment and testing. Itincludes the study of measures of central tendency andvariability, statistical inference, correlation and regressionas they apply to psychology.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆PSYC 2319SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the effect of society on theindividual, with emphasis on the interaction betweenthe individual and the various groups of which she or heis a member. Emphasis is placed on group dynamics.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.RADIOLOGICTECHNOLOGYRADR 1266PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplacetraining supported by an individualized learning plandeveloped by the employer, college, and the student.The emphasis is to build upon acquired clinical skillsand is simultaneously related to theory in the classroom.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program;RADR 1409 and RADR 1311 with a minimum of “C” or better,RADR 1360 with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrentenrollment in RADR 1313 and RADR 2301.RADR 1267PRACTICUM IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplacetraining supported by an individualized learning plandeveloped by the employer, college, and the student.The emphasis is to build upon acquired clinical skillsand is simultaneously related to theory in the classroom.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program;RADR 1313 and RADR 2301 with a minimum of “C” or better,RADR 1266 with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrentenrollment in RADR 2305.RADR 1311BASIC RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course includes an introduction to radiographicpositioning terminology, the proper manipulation ofequipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomicalstructure and equipment, and evaluation of images forproper demonstration of basic anatomy.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Programand concurrent enrollment in RADR 1409 and RADR 1360.RADR 1313PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an introduction to radiographic imagequalities and the effects of exposure variables uponthose qualities. Photographic versus geometricproperties, radiographic film types and development,film construction, section and systems of the processorand quality control are also included.Prerequisite: RADR 1409 and RADR 1311 with a minimum of“C” or better, RADR 1360 with a minimum of “B” or better, andconcurrent enrollment in RADR 2301 and 1266.RADR 1360CLINICALCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:18This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional. Thiscourse includes basic fundamental clinical instructionperformed in the Diagnostic Radiology Department at theclinical education centers, and is simultaneously relatedto theory presented in the classroom.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Programand concurrent enrollment in RADR 1409 and RADR 1311.RADR 1409INTRODUCTION TO RADIOGRAPHY ANDPATIENT CARECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03This course includes an overview of the historicaldevelopment of radiography, basic radiation protection,an introduction to medical terminology, ethical and legal284 Course Descriptions

issues for health care professionals, and an orientationto the program and to the health care system. Patientassessment, infection control procedures, emergencyand safety procedures, communication and patientinteraction skills, and basic pharmacology are alsoincluded.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Programand concurrent enrollment in RADR 1311 and RADR 1360.RADR 2166CAPSTONE: PRACTICUM VCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:10This course provides practical, general workplacetraining supported by an individualized learning plandeveloped by the employer, college, and the student.The emphasis is to build upon acquired clinical skillsand is simultaneously related to theory in the classroom.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program;RADR 2217 with a minimum of “C” or better, RADR 2267with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrent enrollment inRADR 2235.RADR 2213RADIATION BIOLOGY AND PROTECTIONCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:01This course is a study of the effects of radiation exposureon biological systems, typical medical exposure levels,methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, andmethods for protecting personnel and patients fromexcessive exposure.Prerequisite: RADR 2309 and RADR 2331 with a minimum of“C” or better, RADR 2266 with a “B” or better, and concurrentenrollment in RADR 2217 and RADR 2267.RADR 2217RADIOGRAPHIC PATHOLOGYCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This course is a presentation of the disease processand common diseases and their appearance on medicalimages. Special image procedures and modalities usedfor diagnosis and treatment are also included.Prerequisite: RADR 2331 and RADR 2309 with a minimum of“C” or better, RADR 2266 with a minimum of “B” or better, andconcurrent enrollment in RADR 2213 and RADR 2267.RADR 2235CAPSTONE: RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGYSEMINARCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This capstone course focuses on the synthesisof professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes inpreparation for professional employment and lifelonglearning.Prerequisite: RADR 2217 with a minimum of “C” or better,RADR 2267 with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrentenrollment in RADR 2166.RADR 2266PRACTICUM IIICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplacetraining supported by an individualized learning plandeveloped by the employer, college, and the student.The emphasis is to build upon acquired clinical skillsand is simultaneously related to theory in the classroom.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program;RADR 2305 with a minimum of “C” or better, RADR 1267with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrent enrollment inRADR 2331 and RADR 2309.RADR 2267PRACTICUM IVCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:20This course provides practical, general workplacetraining supported by an individualized learning plandeveloped by the employer, college, and the student.The emphasis is to build upon acquired clinical skillsand is simultaneously related to theory in the classroom.Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program;RADR 2331 and RADR 2309 with a minimum of “C” or better,RADR 2266 with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrentenrollment in RADR 2217 and RADR 2213.RADR 2301INTERMEDIATE RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This is a continuation of the study of the propermanipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning andalignment of the anatomical structure and equipment,and evaluation of images for proper demonstration ofanatomy.Prerequisite: RADR 1409 and RADR 1311 with a minimum of“C’ or better, RADR 1360 with a minimum of “B” or better, andconcurrent enrollment in RADR 1313 and RADR 1266.RADR 2305PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is a continuation of the study of radiographicimaging technique formulation, image Quality assurance,and the synthesis of all variables in image production.Prerequisite: RADR 1313 and RADR 2301 with a minimum of“C” or better, RADR 1266 with a minimum of “B” or better, andconcurrent enrollment in RADR 1267.RADR 2309RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING EQUIPMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03This course is a study of the equipment and physics ofx-ray production, basic x-ray circuits, and the relationshipof equipment components to the imaging process.Prerequisite: RADR 2305 with a minimum of “C” or better,RADR 1267 with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrentenrollment in RADR 2331 and RADR 2266.RADR 2331ADVANCED RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This advanced course is a continuation of positioning;alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment,evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomyand related pathology. Non-Routine radiographicpositioning, introduction to cross-sectional anatomy andtrauma radiography are also included.Prerequisite: RADR 2305 with a minimum of “C” or better,RADR 1267 with a minimum of “B” or better, and concurrentenrollment in RADR 2309 and RADR 2266.READINGREAD 0070DEVELOPMENTAL READING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This initial reading course is designed to help studentsdevelop the basic skills needed to become successfulreaders. Emphasis is placed on the basic reading skillsof main idea, context clues, and inference.Prerequisite: Placement based on ACCUPLACER placementscore of 0-43; or equivalent.READ 0080DEVELOPMENTAL READING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This reading course is designed to build on the foundationskills of reading. Emphasis is placed on the developmentof study skills, the integration of new information with priorknowledge, and the use of supporting details in reading.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0070 with a grade of “C”or better or an ACCUPLACER placement score of 44-60; orequivalent.READ 0090DEVELOPMENTAL READING IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This developmental reading course focuses onadvanced reading skills necessary to read critically.Course Descriptions285

The development of interpretive comprehension skillsand expansion of these skills into advanced analysis,synthesis, and evaluation process are emphasized asis improvement of reading and critical thinking skills.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C”or better or an ACCUPLACER placement score of 61-77; orequivalent.RESPIRATORYTHERAPYRSPT 1137BASIC DYSRHYTHMIA INTERPRETATIONCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00A comprehensive study of the electrical conduction systemof the heart, electrophysiology, and characteristics of thecommon atrial, junctional, and ventricular dysrhythmiasincluding atrioventricular blocks.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous semester courses witha minimum grade of “C.”RSPT 1141RESPIRATORY HOME CARE/REHABILITATIONCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00Respiratory home care/rehabilitation equipment,procedures, and patient education. Emphasizestreatment of patients in home care and alternate settings.Prerequisite: RSPT 1266 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of “C.”RSPT 1266PRACTICUM ICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:14Practical, general workplace training supported by anindividualized learning plan developed by the employer,college, and student.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous semester courses witha minimum grade of “C.”RSPT 1267PRACTICUM IICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:14Practical, general workplace training supported by anindividualized learning plan developed by the employer,college, and student.Prerequisite: RSPT 1266 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of “C.”RSPT 1325RESPIRATORY CARE SCIENCESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02Physics, mathematics, and chemistry as related torespiratory care.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous semester courses witha minimum grade of “C.”RSPT 1331RESPIRATORY CARE FUNDAMENTALS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:03Provides a foundation for the development of knowledgeand skills for respiratory care including lung expansiontherapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, postural drainageand percussion, artificial airways, manual resuscitationdevices, suctioning, pulse oximetry, bedside spirometry,arterial sampling techniques and blood gas analysis andinterpretation.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous semester courses witha minimum grade of “C.”RSPT 1429RESPIRATORY CARE FUNDAMENTALS ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03Provides a foundation for the development of knowledgeand skills for respiratory care including history, medicalterms/symbols, medical/legal, infection control, vitalsigns, physical assessment, chest x-ray interpretation,medical gas therapy, oxygen analyzers, and humidity/aerosol therapy.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous semester courses witha minimum grade of “C.”RSPT 2139ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORTCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00 LAB HRS:03A comprehensive course designed to develop thecognitive and psychomotor skills necessary forresuscitation of the adult. Includes strategies formanaging and stabilizing the cardiopulmonary arrestedpatient. May include certification.Prerequisite: RSPT 1266 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of “C.”RSPT 2217RESPIRATORY CARE PHARMACOLOGYCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00A study of pharmacological principles/practices of drugswhich affect the cardiopulmonary systems. Emphasison classification, route of administration, dosages/calculations, and physiological interactions.Prerequisite: Acceptance to the program.RSPT 2230CAPSTONE: EXAMINATION PREPARATIONCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00Comprehensive review for selected respiratory carecredentialing examinations. Test matrices and examcontent areas for selected exams will be presented.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous Respiratory Therapycourses with a minimum grade of “C” and completion of RSPT1266, RSPT 1267, and RSPT 2266 with a grade of "B" or better.RSPT 2231SIMULATIONS IN RESPIRATORY CARECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:04Theory and history of clinical simulation examinations.Includes construction types, scoring, and mechanics oftaking the computerized simulation examination.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous Respiratory Therapycourses with a minimum grade of “C” and completion of RSPT1266, and RSPT 1267 with a grade of "B" or better.RSPT 2266PRACTICUM IIICRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:14Practical, general workplace training supported by anindividualized learning plan developed by the employer,college, and student.Prerequisite: RSPT 1267 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of "C."RSPT 2305PULMONARY DIAGNOSTICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:02The theories and techniques involved in pulmonaryfunction testing diagnostics with emphasis on bloodgas theory and analysis, quality control, oximetry, andcapnography.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous semester courses witha minimum grade of “C.”RSPT 2310CARDIOPULMONARY DISEASECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00A discussion of etiology, pathogenesis, pathology,diagnosis, history, prognosis, manifestations, treatment,and detection of cardiopulmonary diseases.Prerequisite: Completion of all previous semester courses witha minimum grade of “C.”RSPT 2314MECHANICAL VENTILATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04In-depth coverage and application of therapeutic286 Course Descriptions

procedures to achieve adequate, spontaneous,and artificial ventilation with emphasis on ventilatorclassification, methods, principles, and operationalcharacteristics. Includes indications, complications, andphysiologic effects/principles of mechanical ventilation.Emphasizes initiation, management, and weaning ofventilatory support.Prerequisite: RSPT 1266 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of “C.”RSPT 2366PRACTICUM IVCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:21Practical, general workplace training supported by anindividualized learning plan developed by the employer,college, and student.Prerequisite: RSPT 2266 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of "C."RSPT 2419MECHANICAL VENTILATION FOR THENEONATAL/PEDIATRIC PATIENTCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03In-depth coverage and application of therapeuticprocedures to achieve adequate spontaneous andartificial ventilation of the neonatal and pediatric patient.Includes indications, complications, and physiologicaleffects of ventilatory support.Prerequisite: RSPT 1267 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of “C.”RSPT 2453NEONATAL/PEDIATRIC CARDIOPULMONARYCARECRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:04Advanced concepts of acute care, monitoring, andmanagement as applied to the neonatal and pediatricpatient.Prerequisite: RSPT 1266 with a grade of "B" or better andcompletion of all previous semester courses with a minimumgrade of “C.”SIGN LANGUAGE(AMERICAN)◆SGNL 1301BEGINNING AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This is a comprehensive first semester BeginningAmerican Sign Language course. This course will includean introduction to American Sign Language, Deaf culture,and to a brief history of sign and culture. Furthermore,students will also develop and learn expressive andreceptive sign skills, together with the learning ofnumbers, sign vocabulary, and the manual alphabet.Class is conducted primary without voice.Prerequisite: None.◆SGNL 1302BEGINNING AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:01This is a comprehensive second semester BeginningAmerican Sign Language course. This course will includestudy of sign vocabulary, numbers, finger spelling, andDeaf culture. Furthermore, this course emphasizes onfurther development of receptive skills, expressive skills,application of rudimentary syntactical and grammaticalstructures, and an understanding of Deaf and Hearingcultures. Class is conducted primary without voice.Prerequisite: SGNL 1301.◆SGNL 2301INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a comprehensive Intermediate American SignLanguage course. This course includes the integrationof ASL expressive and receptive skills using bilingualtechniques. Furthermore, a study of vocabulary,idioms, culture, literature, ASL linguistics, manualand non-manual aspects of ASL, and cross- culturalcommunication techniques will be an integral part of thiscourse. This course is highly interactive, centering on labexercises, peer critiques, guest speakers, and on theapplication of basic ethical behavior. Class is conductedprimary without voice.Prerequisite: SGNL 1301 and SGNL 1302 or departmentalplacement exam.◆SGNL 2302INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is a comprehensive Intermediate American SignLanguage course. This course will include furtherapplication of introductory level interpreting andtransliterating skills with appropriate RID guidelinesgoverning ethical behavior. Furthermore, students willalso be exposed to the literature and culture of theDeaf culture. In addition, this course provides studentsthe opportunity to interpret for guest speakers. Class isconducted primary without voice.Prerequisite: SGNL 2301.SOCIOLOGY◆SOCI 1301INTRODUCTORY SOCIOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an introduction to the scientific study of humangroup behavior. Major areas of study in sociologyincluding basic structure of human society and ofsmaller groups, transmission of culture and regulatingbehavior, acquisition of the social self, violation of norms,stratification by class, race-ethnicity, gender, age, majorsocial institutions, population dynamics, and socioculturalchange.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆SOCI 1306CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL PROBLEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course studies specific contemporary topics insociology in depth. Emphasis is on increasing studentawareness of major social problems in the UnitedStates, and of possibilities of social action in dealingwith problems such as sociobiology, urban society,aging, or sex roles.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆SOCI 2301MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course studies marriage and family life in the UnitedStates with emphasis on social and cultural changesaffecting the structure of the family, courtship and mateselection, sexual norms and relationships and marital andfamily relationships throughout the family cycle.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.◆SOCI 2319MINORITY STUDIESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the historical, economic, social andcultural development of minority groups. May include Afro-American, Mexican-American and Native-American issues.Course Descriptions287

Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 with a grade of “C” orbetter or equivalent.SOCIAL WORK◆SOCW 2361INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORKCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course identifies the philosophy, history andpractice of social work in the United States and providesa survey of the field, as well as the various methodsand techniques used in social work practice. Thecourse requires the completion of volunteer work at anapproved site.Prerequisite: None.◆SOCW 2362SOCIAL WELFARE AS A SOCIAL INSTITUTIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This is an introduction to the study of modern socialwork in the context of the institution of social welfare,the underlying philosophy and ethics of social work,together with their methods and objectives. It alsoexamines the political, economic and cultural values andideologies which shape social welfare policy, programsand services.Prerequisite: None.SPANISH◆SPAN 1300BEGINNING SPANISH CONVERSATION ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is the first part of an introductory coursethat emphasizes the acquisition of comprehension,pronunciation, and reading skills of the Spanishlanguage. The primary objective of the course is todevelop the student’s competency in communicatingthrough the spoken medium. Class time will be spent inconversation and discussion of material read outside ofclass. Furthermore, emphasis on idiomatic expressionsused in daily speech, pronunciation, and vocabularybuilding will be placed in this course. Material ispresented in a Hispanic culture context.Prerequisite: None.◆SPAN 1310BEGINNING SPANISH CONVERSATION IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is the second part of an introductory coursethat emphasizes the acquisition of comprehension,pronunciation, and reading skills of the Spanishlanguage. The primary objective of the course is todevelop the student’s competency in communicatingthrough the spoken medium. Class time will be spent inconversation and discussion of material read outside ofclass. Furthermore, emphasis on idiomatic expressionsused in daily speech, pronunciation, and vocabularybuilding will be placed in this course. Material ispresented in a Hispanic culture context.Prerequisite: SPAN 1300.◆SPAN 1311BEGINNING SPANISH I FOR SPANISHSPEAKERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Spanish 2313 is a comprehensive first semester Spanishcourse designed for students who have previousknowledge of Spanish or have learned Spanish in thehome environment but need formal training to improvetheir communicative skills. This course focuses onenhancing the oral and comprehension skills by focusingon aspects of the Hispanic culture and literature.Furthermore, students will also improve their Spanishspeaking ability through active class discussion andpresentations. In addition, writing skills will be enhancedand developed in this course.Prerequisite: None.◆SPAN 1312BEGINNING SPANISH II FOR SPANISHSPEAKERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Spanish 2315 is a comprehensive second semesterSpanish course designed for students who have previousknowledge of Spanish or have learned Spanish in thehome environment but need formal training to improvecommunicative skills. This course focuses on enhancingthe oral and comprehension skills by focusing on aspectsof the Hispanic culture and literature. Furthermore,students will also improve their Spanish speaking abilitythrough active class discussions and presentations. Inaddition, writing skills will be enhanced and developedin this course. While one of the goals of this course isto learn the basic grammatical structures of the Spanishlanguage, the emphasis will not be on isolated structuresbut rather on integrating grammar into proficiencyorientedactivities.Prerequisite: SPAN 1311.◆SPAN 1411BEGINNING SPANISH I FOR NON-SPANISHSPEAKERSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01Spanish 1411 is a comprehensive first semesterbeginning Spanish course designed for students withlittle or no previous knowledge of Spanish. This courseincludes instruction and practice in all four basic languageskills of speaking, reading, writing, and listening withattention to selected aspects of the Hispanic culture.While one of the goals of this course is to learn the basicgrammatical structures of the Spanish language, theemphasis will not be on isolated structures but rather onintegrating grammar into proficiency-oriented activities.This course will include hands-on activities and computerbased exercises to enhance learning.Prerequisite: None.◆SPAN 1412BEGINNING SPANISH II FOR NON-SPANISHSPEAKERSCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:01Spanish 1412 is a comprehensive second semesterbeginning Spanish course designed for students withlittle or no previous knowledge of Spanish. This courseincludes instruction and practice in all four basic languageskills of speaking, reading, writing, and listening withattention to selected aspects of the Hispanic culture.While one of the goals of this course is to learn the basicgrammatical structures of the Spanish language, theemphasis will not be on isolated structures but rather onintegrating grammar into proficiency-oriented activities.This course will include hands-on activities and computerbased exercises to enhance learning.Prerequisite: SPAN 1411, or departmental placement exam.◆SPAN 1505INTENSIVE BEGINNING SPANISHCRT HRS:05 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:03This course is a comprehensive intensive beginningSpanish course for students that have prior knowledge ofSpanish. This course includes instruction and practice inall four basic language skills of speaking, reading, writing,and listening with attention to selected aspects of theHispanic culture. While one of the goals of this courseis to learn the grammatical structures of the Spanishlanguage, the emphasis will not be on isolated structuresbut rather on integrating grammar into proficiencyorientedactivities. This course is recommended forthose students interested in a more in-depth study ofthe Spanish language.Prerequisite: None.288 Course Descriptions

◆SPAN 2306INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATIONAL SPANISHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00The primary objective of the course is to develop thestudent’s competency in communicating through thespoken medium. Class time will be spent in conversationand discussion of material read outside of class.Furthermore, emphasis on idiomatic expressions usedin daily speech, pronunciation, and vocabulary buildingwill be placed in this course.Prerequisite: SPAN 1411 and SPAN 1412; or SPAN 1300 andSPAN 1310.◆SPAN 2311INTERMEDIATE SPANISH ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Spanish 2311 is a comprehensive Intermediate Spanishcourse designed to provide students with the linguisticand learning skills required for successfully completingupper division courses in Spanish. This course includesreview of literature, culture and grammar. Furthermore,this course will develop and enhance all languageskills through reading of short stories, presentation/discussion, vocabulary expansion, and writing analyticalliterary reviews.Prerequisite: SPAN 1411 and SPAN 1412; or SPAN 1311 andSPAN 1312; or SPAN 1505; or departmental placement exam.◆SPAN 2312INTERMEDIATE SPANISH IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Spanish 2312 is a comprehensive Intermediate Spanishcourse designed to provide bilingual students with thelinguistic and learning skills required for successfullycompleting upper division courses in Spanish. Thiscourse includes review of literature, culture and grammar.Furthermore, this course will develop and enhance alllanguage skills through reading, presentation/discussion,and writing analytical literary reviews. In addition, writingskills will be developed, with emphasis on experimentingwith various writing styles: analytical, argumentative,descriptive, narrative and creative.Prerequisite: SPAN 2311.◆SPAN 2316CAREER SPANISH ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Spanish 2316 is a comprehensive first semester careerSpanish course. This course will focus on developingcommunication and cross-cultural skills relevant to oneor more of the following areas: business, medical andlegal. In addition, students will be exposed to literarytopics and themes related to business, medical and/orlegal areas. Topics will vary.Prerequisite: None.◆SPAN 2317CAREER SPANISH IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Spanish 2317 is a comprehensive second semestercareer Spanish course. This course will focus ondeveloping communication and cross-cultural skillsrelevant to one or more of the following areas: business,medical and legal. Topics will vary.Prerequisite: SPAN 2316.◆SPAN 2321INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH LITERATURE ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is the first part of a comprehensiveintroduction to Spanish literature designed for bilingualstudents. This course is designed for those studentswho wish to acquire a basic background in Spanishliterature. The course includes the reading of culturalessays, short stories, and poetry, which are a basis forclass discussion and composition. Practice in speaking,reading, and writing provide for vocabulary expansion.Conducted in Spanish.Prerequisite: SPAN 2311.◆SPAN 2322INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH LITERATURE IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is the second part of a comprehensiveintroduction to Spanish literature designed for bilingualstudents. This course is designed for those studentswho wish to acquire a basic background in Spanishliterature. This course includes the reading of culturalessays, short stories, and poetry, which are a basis forclass discussion and composition. Practice in speaking,reading, and writing provide for vocabulary expansion.Conducted in Spanish.Prerequisite: SPAN 2321.◆SPAN 2323INTRODUCTION TO LATIN AMERICANLITERATURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a comprehensive introduction to LatinAmerican literature designed for bilingual students.This course is designed for those students who wish toacquire a basic background in Latin American literature.The course includes the reading of cultural essays, shortstories, and poetry, which are a basis for class discussionand composition. Practice in speaking, reading, andwriting provide for vocabulary expansion. Conductedin Spanish.Prerequisite: SPAN 1311.◆SPAN 2324SPANISH CULTURECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a comprehensive introduction to theSpanish culture designed for bilingual students. Thiscourse is designed for those students who wish to acquirea background in Spanish culture. Furthermore, thiscourse will include study in the geographical, historical,political, social, and cultural aspects of Spain and LatinAmerica.Prerequisite: None.◆SPAN 2389ACADEMIC COOPERATIVECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04This course is an instructional program designed tointegrate on-campus study with practical hands-on workexperience. In conjunction with class seminars, theindividual student will set specific goals and objectivesin the study of Spanish language and literature. Thisprogram is designed for those students interested inpursuing a career in Spanish and/or cultural studies.Prerequisite: SPAN 1505, SPAN 2316, and SPAN 2311.SPEECH◆SPCH 1311INTRODUCTION TO SPEECH COMMUNICATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course includes theory and application of thevarious elements of the speech communication processthrough lecture, class discussion and active participation.Students have the opportunity to develop skills in specifictypes of communication behavior including listening,interviewing, small group interaction and public speaking.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆SPCH 1315PUBLIC SPEAKINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on research, composition,organization, delivery and analysis of speeches forvarious purposes and occasions.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.Course Descriptions289

◆SPCH 1318INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course includes instruction and activities in theprinciples of human communication and interaction.Includes self-concept, self-disclosure and risk,defensiveness, perception, empathy, semantics andabstraction, language, attitudes and behavior, andnonverbal communication. Listening and feedback,relational communication, assertiveness and conflictresolution are included.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆SPCH 1321BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL SPEAKINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes theories and practice of speechcommunication as applied to business and professionalsituations.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆SPCH 2289ACADEMIC COOPERATIVECRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course is an instructional program designed tointegrate on-campus study with practical hands-on workexperience. In conjunction with class seminars, theindividual student will set specific goals and objectivesin the study of speech.Prerequisite: Permission from the Department.◆SPCH 2301INTRODUCTION TO TECHNOLOGY AND HUMANCOMMUNICATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of emerging interactivecommunication technologies and how they influence humancommunication, including interpersonal, group decisionmaking,and public and private communication contexts.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆SPCH 2333DISCUSSION AND SMALL GROUPCOMMUNICATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course studies discussion and small group theoriesand techniques as they relate to group process andinteraction.Prerequisite: Completion of READ 0080 or equivalent.◆SPCH 2335ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course emphasizes theories and practice inargumentation and debate including analysis, reasoning,organization, evidence and refutation.Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 1301.TECHNOLOGYMANAGEMENTTMGT 3302BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC STATISTICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course introduces descriptive statistics (measures ofcentral tendency, variances, and graphic representationof data) and statistical inferences. Statistical inferenceswill involve sampling techniques, estimation, testing ofhypotheses and regression analysis.Prerequisites: Junior standing and MATH 1414 or MATH 1442.TMGT 3303COMMUNICATIONS FOR TECHNICALMANAGERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers business-oriented research,assimilation, and synthesis of technical manuals andreports. Additionally, the course covers professionalpresentations, team-work, interviewing skills, publicrelations, and business etiquette.Prerequisite: Junior standing and ENGL 1302.TMGT 3305ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY AND PRACTICECRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides analyses of individual and groupbehaviors in organizational settings. It provides anunderstanding of effective organizational management,employee empowerment, organizational culture anddiversity in the workplace.Prerequisite: Junior Standing and BUSI 1301.TMGT 3310DECISION MAKINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Analytic and systematic approach to the study of decisionmaking through management science processes andtechniques. Topics include quantitative analysis anddecision-making relationships, simulation and riskanalysis, and decision analysis using various criteria.Prerequisite: TMGT 3302TMGT 3312RESOURCE MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00An examination of the tools and methods used to managethe physical and personnel assets of an enterprise.Topics include inventory techniques, asset allocation,human resources, and financial management.Prerequisite: Junior standing.TMGT 3321SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00The purpose of this course is the overview of theentire supply chain: manufacturers, service providers,distributors, sales channels, e.g. retail, e-commerce,and consumers. Students will study and analyzeinteraction among purchasing, materials management,logistics, warehouse/distribution center management,and contracts in developing an efficient and effectivesupply chain. Emphasis is placed on the dynamic natureof supply chain management of products and servicesgiven the impact of the global economy.Prerequisite: Junior standing.TMGT 3322LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00The course studies the flow of raw material, energy,information, products, services, and people in a business.The course provides a system approach to managingactivities associated with traffic, transportation, inventorymanagement and control, warehousing, materialhandling, packaging, order processing, and information.Special attention is given to production logistics.Prerequisite: TMGT 3321.TMGT 3336LEGAL ISSUES FOR TECHNICAL MANAGERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00An introduction to local, state, federal, and internationallaws affecting organizational practices. Additionalemphasis is placed on ethical issues affectingmanagement behavior.Prerequisite: Junior standing.TMGT 3337ECONOMICS FOR TECHNICAL MANAGERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00A study of economics and its role in managerial decisionmaking. The course is focused on modern economicthinking and its relevance to business and management.290 Course Descriptions

Topics include market structure, production and cost, andpublic policy towards business.Prerequisites: Junior Standing and ECON 2301 and ECON 2302.TMGT 3338ACCOUNTING FOR TECHNICAL MANAGERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00The use of accounting information by non-financialmanagers. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation,rather than the construction, of accounting information.Prerequisites: Junior standing and ACCT 2401.TMGT 3340QUALITY ASSURANCE,MANAGEMENT ANDIMPROVEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course examines the primary tools and methodsused to monitor, improve and control quality inorganizations. Topics include the historical developmentof quality management, the tools for quality improvement,and management strategies and contemporary qualitystrategies.Prerequisite: TMGT 3312.TMGT 3353INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an overview of the internationalbusiness environment and conditions affecting firmsconducting business overseas. Special emphasis willbe placed on managerial functions and elements of themanagement process in a firm operating under foreigneconomic, technological and political, social, and culturalenvironments.Prerequisite: TMGT 3337.TMGT 3358NETWORK SECURITY MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides a strategic overview of networksecurity management, including a review of the types ofnetwork security problems, best practices, cost analysisof different types of network security and networksecurity policies.Prerequisite: Senior standing.TMGT 3411TECHNOLOGY IN ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00The use of technology in commercial and industrialenterprises. Topics include the use of computers andsoftware in communication, inventory management,production, automation, sales, and financial forecasting.Prerequisites: Junior standing.TMGT 4303ELECTRONIC COMMERCE SYSTEMSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00An understanding of the design and implementation ofelectronic commerce systems. This course addressesissues including e-commerce, marketing and applicationswithin the digital economy.Prerequisite: Senior standing.TMGT 4304RISK MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00A study of risk assessment and management techniques,methods, and models used in business to minimize andcontrol risks in business environment. Topics includerisks in project management, marketing, and programscheduling and costing.Prerequisites: Junior standing.TMGT 4320ORGANIZATIONAL DESIGN ANDMANAGEMENT SEMINARCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Students work in teams on instructor-approved industryspecificprojects; teams will formulate an implementationplan using technology management skills to identifyproblems and formulate solutions. Each team will makea formal presentation for peer review.Prerequisites: TMGT 3305 and TMGT 3310.TMGT 4341PURCHASING AND SUPPLY MANAGEMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Examines management issues affecting the inflow andoutflow of materials and services into organizations.Topics include purchasing activities, global sourcing,bidding, contract administration, and materialsmanagement.Prerequisite: TMGT 3310.TMGT 4342SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00The course studies the security of the supply chain.The course combines traditional practices of supplychain management with the security requirementsof the system. The purpose is to study the creation,development, and enhancement of security practices thatdeal with concerns driven by threats such as terrorism,piracy, and theft. Special emphasis is given to transportand logistics systems in a global economy.Prerequisites: TMGT 3321.TMGT 4347CAPSTONE: PRODUCTION AND INVENTORYPLANNING AND CONTROLCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00A study of production planning and control systems.Topics include capacity and materials requirementsplanning, just-in-time production systems, and schedulingand inventory management.Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of the programcoordinator.TMGT 4351DATABASE ADMINISTRATION ANDINTEGRATIONCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Understanding the essentials of database design andadministration in a business environment. Additionallyprovides practical experience in resource management,data utilization, security and database efficiency.Prerequisite: Senior standing.TMGT 4396CAPSTONE: MANAGING TECHNOLOGYPROJECTSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00Team approach to the analysis and design of basicindustrial-level projects; integration of concepts learnedin previous required courses; a capstone learningexperience.Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of the programcoordinator.Junior standing: Completion of minimum required TechnicalSupport and General Education courses.Senior standing: Completion of 18 upper division courses.VOCATIONALNURSINGVNSG 1115DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTIONCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course explores the general principles of preventionof illness and disease, basic microbiology, and themaintenance of aseptic conditions.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.Course Descriptions291

VNSG 1116NUTRITIONCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to nutrients and the roleof diet therapy in growth and development and themaintenance of health.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.VNSG 1122VOCATIONAL NURSING CONCEPTSCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course introduces the nursing profession and itsresponsibilities and the legal and ethical issues in nursingpractice. Concepts related to the physical, emotional,and psychosocial self-care of the learner/professionalare also examined.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.VNSG 1133GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of the basic aspects of growth anddevelopment throughout the life span. There is a focuson growth and development of the individual’s body,mind and personality as influenced by the environment.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.VNSG 1136MENTAL HEALTHCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the principles andtheories of positive mental health and human behaviors.Topics will include emotional responses, copingmechanisms, and therapeutic communication skills.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG1362, VNSG 1138, VNSG 1432.VNSG 1138MENTAL ILLNESSCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of human behavior with anemphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities andmodes of treatment incorporating the nursing process.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG1362, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1432.VNSG 1160CLINICAL I-ACRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.VNSG 1161CLINICAL I-BCRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.VNSG 1162CLINICAL II-ACRT HRS:01 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:06This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG1330, VNSG 1334, VNSG 1429, VNSG 2331 and permissionfrom the department.VNSG 1226GERONTOLOGYCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:00This course is an overview of the normal physical,psychosocial, and cultural aspects of the aging process.The course also addresses common disease processes ofaging and explores attitudes toward care of the older adult.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.VNSG 1261CLINICAL II-BCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:12This course is a health-related work based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG1330, VNSG 1334, VNSG 1429, VNSG 2331 and permissionfrom the department.VNSG 1323BASIC NURSING SKILLSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04In this course the student will master entry level nursingskills and competencies for a variety of health caresettings. They will utilize the nursing process as thefoundation for all nursing interventions.Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.VNSG 1330MATERNAL-NEONATAL NURSINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course utilizes the nursing process in the assessmentand management of the childbearing family. Emphasisis placed on the bio-psycho-socio-cultural needs of thefamily during the phases of pregnancy, childbirth, and theneonatal period including abnormal conditions.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1162 and VNSG1261.VNSG 1331PHARMACOLOGY FOR VOCATIONAL NURSINGCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on the fundamentals of medicationsand their diagnostic, therapeutic, and curative effects.Also included are nursing interventions utilizing thenursing process.Prerequisite: Completion of first semester Vocational NursingProgram courses with a grade of “C” or better.VNSG 1334PEDIATRICSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a study of childhood diseases andchildcare from infancy through adolescence. Focusis on the care of the well and the ill child utilizing thenursing process.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1261.VNSG 1362CLINICAL IIICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:00OFF CAMPUS LAB HRS:18This course is a health-related work-based learningexperience that enables the student to apply specializedoccupational theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the clinical professional.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG1136, VNSG 1138, and VNSG 1432 and permission from thedepartment.VNSG 1420ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY FOR ALLIEDHEALTHCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is an introduction to the normal structure andfunction of the body including an understanding of the292 Course Descriptions

elationship of body systems in maintaining homeostasis.Prerequisite: A passing score of 78+ on the ReadingACCUPLACER Exam or equivalent; or completion of READ0090 with a grade of “C” or better.VNSG 1429MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING ICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course explores application of the nursing processto the care of adult patient experiencing medical-surgicalconditions along the health-illness continuum in a varietyof health care settings.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1162 and VNSG1261.VNSG 1432MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING IICRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:04 LAB HRS:00This course is a continuation of Medical-Surgical NursingI with application of the nursing process to the care ofadult patients experiencing medical-surgical conditionsalong the health-illness continuum in a variety of healthcare settings.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG1362, VNSG 1136, VNSG 1138.VNSG 2331ADVANCED NURSING SKILLSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04The student will master advanced level nursing skills andcompetencies in a variety of health care settings utilizingthe nursing process as a problem-solving tool.Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1162 and VNSG1261.WELDINGWLDG 1313INTRODUCTION TO BLUEPRINT READING FORWELDERSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:04A study of industrial blueprints. Emphasis is placedon terminology, symbols, graphic description, andwelding processes. Includes systems of measurementand industry standards. Also includes interpretation ofplans and drawings used by industry to facilitate fieldapplication and production.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.WLDG 1323WELDING SAFETY, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00An Introduction to welding careers and safety practice,including welding safety; OSHA and the HazardousCommunication Act; Material Safety Data Sheets(MSDS); basic mathematics; measuring systems; shopoperations; use and care of precision measuring tools;and the use and care of hand and power tools. Instructionon various types of welding equipment and processes,basic welding gases, fluxes, rods, electrodes, symbolsand blueprints.Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 or equivalent.WLDG 1412INTRODUCTION TO FLEX CORED ARCWELDING (FCAW)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06An overview of terminology, safety procedures, andequipment set-up. Practice in performing T-joints, lapjoints, and but joints using self-shielding and dual-shieldelectrodes.Prerequisite: WLDG 1313, WLDG 1323, WLDG 1428, WLDG 1430.WLDG 1417INTRODUCTION TO LAYOUT AND FABRICATIONCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06A fundamental course in layout and fabrication relatedto the welding industry. Major emphasis on structuralshapes and use in construction.Prerequisite: WLDG 1313, WLDG 1323, WLDG 1428, WLDG1430.WLDG 1428INTRODUCTION TO SHIELDED METAL ARCWELDING (SMAW)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06An introduction to shielded metal arc welding process.Emphasis Is placed on power sources, electrode selection,oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs. Instructionprovided In SMAW fillet welds in various positions.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment In WLDG1313 and WLDG 1323; and completion of MATH 0080 orequivalent.WLDG 1430INTRODUCTION TO GAS METAL ARCWELDING (GMAW)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06A study of the principles of gas metal arc welding, setupand use of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) equipment,and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in variousjoint designs.Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment InWLDG 1313 and WLDG 1323; and completion of MATH 0080or equivalent.WLDG 1434INTRODUCTION TO GAS TUNGSTEN ARCWELDING (GTAW)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arcwelding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment, andsafe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction invarious positions on joint designs.Prerequisite: WLDG1313, WLDG 1323, WLDG 1428, WLDG1430.WLDG 1457INTERMEDIATE SHIELDED METAL ARCWELDING (SMAW)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06A study of the production of various fillets and groovewelds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all testpositions.Prerequisite: WLDG 1313, WLDG 1323, WLDG 1428, WLDG1430.WLDG 2406INTERMEDIATE PIPE WELDINGCRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06A comprehensive course on the welding of pipe usingthe shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Positionof welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using variouselectrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection,equipment setup, and safe shop practices.Prerequisite: WLDG 1312, WLDG 1317, WLDG 1434, WLDG1457.WLDG 2443ADVANCED SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING(SMAW)CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:02 LAB HRS:06Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes.Training provided with various electrodes in shieldedmetal arc welding processes with open V-groove jointsin all positions.Prerequisite: WLDG 1312, WLDG 1317, WLDG 1434, WLDG1457.Course Descriptions293

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EXECUTIVE OFFICERSShirley A. Reed, M.B.A., Ed.D.PresidentA.A., St. Petersburg Jr. CollegeB.A., University of South FloridaM.S., University of HawaiiM.B.A., Western International UniversityEd.D., Illinois State UniversityJuan E. MejiaVice President for Academic AffairsCertificate, Texas State Technical InstituteB.S., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleDiana A. PeñaVice President for Finance and Administrative ServicesB.S., University of HoustonM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJose CruzVice President for Information Services and PlanningB.B.A., University of Texas Pan-AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas Pan-AmericanWilliam SerrataVice President for Student Affairs and EnrollmentManagementB.A., Texas A&M UniversityM.A., University of Texas-BrownsvilleWanda GarzaExecutive Officer for NAAMREIB.S., University of LivingstonADMINISTRATIVE STAFFJuan Carlos AguirreDirector of Continuing, Professional and WorkforceEducationA.A.S., BrazosportB.S., Texas A&M-KingsvilleM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJennifer Atwood KnechtInterim, Director of the Centers for Learning ExcellenceB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLuzelma CanalesInterim, Associate Dean of Community Engagement andWorkforce TrainingDirector of Grant Development, Accountability andManagement ServicesB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMiguel CarranzaAssociate Dean of Student Financial ServicesB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleRebecca CavazosDirector of PurchasingB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMonte ChurchillMid-Valley Campus AdministratorB.A., Sull Ross State CollegeM.Ed., Texas Christian UniversityBrenda ColeDirector of Research and Analytical ServicesB.A., Indiana Wesleyan UniversityM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvillePh.D., Texas A&M University-College StationJenny CummingsDirector of Public Relations and MarketingB.A., Sam Houston State UniversityM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMaria G. ElizondoComptrollerB.B.A., Texas A & M University-KingsvilleM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanC.P.A., State of TexasDores Jay-Pang FreemanDirector of Milagros Center of Excellence in Migrant-Health Care and Health Care Professional DevelopmentADN, Escuela de Enfermeria, Manizales, ColombiaB.A., University of ColoradoM.A., University of MemphisM.P.H., Texas A&M School of Rural Public HealthAlicia GomezAssistant Chief Information OfficerB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanFrank GomezEmployee Relations OfficerB.S., University of Southern Illinois-CarbondaleArnaldo GonzalezChief Information OfficerB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanNicolas GonzalezAssociate Dean for High School Programs & ServicesB.S., University of Texas at AustinM.Ed., Texas A & M University-KingsvilleCody GreggInterim Dean of Library Services and InstructionalTechnologiesDirector of Instructional TechnologiesB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLee GrimesDirector of Professional DevelopmentB.A, University of KansasM.A., Kansas State UniversityMatthew HebbardDirector of Admissions and RegistrarTh.M., Dallas Theological SeminaryB.S., Bloomsburg UniversityB.A., Bloomsburg UniversityOscar O. HernandezDirector for Student Learning Outcomes and AssessmentB.A., Texas Tech UniversityM.S., Texas Tech UniversityPablo Hernandez, Jr.Dean of Student Support ServicesB.S., Texas A & M University-KingsvilleM.S., Texas A & M University-KingsvilleShirley IngramDirector of Human ResourcesB.F.A., University of DenverM.A., University of DenverCertified HR ProfessionalWallace JohnsonInterim, Asst Director of College Readiness & EarlyCollege High School ProgramsB.A., University of California, RiversideM.A., California State University, San BernardinoM.A., University of California, RiversideEd.D., University of Texas-AustinBrett MillanInterim, Director of Distance EducationB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A.I.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleGeorge McCalebDirector of OperationsB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan American293

Kim McKayInterim, Dean of Enrollment ServicesDirector of Outreach, Orientation and Welcome CentersB.S., Stephen F. Austin UniversityAnahid PetrosianAssistant to the Vice-President for Academic AffairsB.B.A., University of Texas at AustinB.B.A., University of Texas at AustinM.P.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDavid PlummerChief Project AdministratorB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanGerardo Rodriguez, Jr.Director of Facilities Planning and ConstructionB.A., Texas Tech UniversityRuben SaenzStarr County Campus AdministratorB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., Texas A & M University-KingsvilleMichael ShannonInterim, Associate Dean for Student Life and WellnessDirector of Student LifeB.B.A., Texas A&M UniversityLaura TalbotCurriculum and Accreditation OfficerB.A., University of the SouthM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvillePaul B. VarvilleDirector of SecurityB.S.B.A., Salem CollegeM.B.A., Syracuse UniversityJinhao WangDirector of Institutional Effectiveness and AssessmentB.A., Jiangxi Normal University-ChinaM.A., Hunan Normal University-ChinaM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvillePatrick WoodinInterim, Director of Food ServicesB.S., University of HoustonDIVISION DEANSMargaretha E. BischoffDivision Dean-Liberal Arts and Social SciencesA.A., Norwalk Community CollegeB.A., Southern Connecticut State UniversityM.A., Hofstra UniversityPh.D., Hofstra UniversityMario ReynaDivision Dean-Business and TechnologyB.S., University of La VerneM.A., Webster UniversityAli EsmaeiliInterim Division Dean for Developmental StudiesInterim Divison Dean for Math and ScienceDean for Bachelor Programs & University RelationsB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleMelba TrevinoInterim Division Dean of Nursing Allied HealthB.S. N. , Texas A&M University-KinsgvilleM.Ed., Texas A&M University-Kingsville294FACULTYACCOUNTINGRobert A. AlmonB.Environmental Design, Texas A&M UniversityM.Professional Accounting, University of Texas-ArlingtonElizabeth DietzB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanReynaldo JassoB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Acc., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiDavid LaurelA.A.S., Texas Southmost CollegeB.A., University of Texas at BrownsvilleM.B.A., University of Texas at BrownsvilleJohn H. WilsonB.B.A., University of Texas-AustinM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of North TexasADMINISTRATIVE OFFICECAREERSRosalba DeZeneaA.A.S., South Texas CollegeA.A.S., South Texas CollegeB.A.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanAndres GarzaM.Ed., University of Texas-BrownsvilleB.I.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanErnesto O. PenaA.A., South Texas CollegeB.S, South Texas CollegeRosemary Reich-HildebrandtB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas at BrownsvilleSocorro MoralesB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeIris RiosB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas at BrownsvilleANTHROPOLOGYBrett MillanB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A.I.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleJessica VillescazB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A.I.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanARTLisa Patricia BallingerB.A., Trinity UniversityM.A., University of DenverRachael Elizabeth BrownB.A., Indiana UniversityM.A., University of Illinois-UrbanaM.F.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPhyllis EvansB.A., University of Houston-Clear LakeM.A., Sam Houston State UniversityM.F.A., West Virginia University

David M. FreemanB.F.A., Memphis Academy of ArtsM.F.A., University of Texas-San AntonioEduardo GarciaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.F.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.F.A., University of North TexasOmer GarciaB.F.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.F.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanChristopher LeonardB.F.A., University of Northern IowaM.F.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRichard LubbenA.A., Cabrillo Community College, Aptos, CAB.A., California State University-SacramentoM.F.A., Instituto Allende, Guanajuto, MexicoThomas L. MatthewsB.S., Belmont CollegeM.F.A., Texas Tech UniversityScott L. NicolB.A., Austin CollegeM.F.A., University of Texas-San AntonioSteven OrtizB.F.A., Pittsburg State UniversityM.A., Pittsburg State UniversityM.F.A., University of KansasPedro J. PerezB.A., Iowa State UniversityB.S., Iowa State UniversityM.A., Iowa State UniversityRichard SmithB.F.A., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.F.A., Texas Christian UniversityASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSINGJennifer BrewsterB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanChristie CandelariaB.S., Bicol University-PhilippinesM,A., Teachers College, Columbia UniversityAmelia Chapa-ChavarriaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of PhoenixPamela A. ClevelandA.S., Brigham Young UniversityB.S.N., Graceland UniversityM.S.N., University of Southern IndianaRaquel DeGuzman EsguerraB.S.N., Angeles University Foundation-PhilippinesM.S.N., Angeles University Foundation-PhilippinesKaren FuquaB.S.N., Saint Louis UniversityM.S.N., Indiana UniversityMaria J. GarciaB,S,N., University of Texas at BrownsvilleM.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSandra A. GaulkeB.S., Texas Woman's UniversityM.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPaul GoraA.S., St. Lawrence College-CanadaB.S.N., Ryerson, Polytechnic University, CanadaM.S.N., University of Texas-BrownsvilleElizabeth GuzmanA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of Texas Health Science Center-HoustonPaula OlesenB.S.N., University of New HampshireM.S.N., Boston UniversityJoann OrdazB.S.N., University of Texas-ArlingtonM.S., Texas Woman's UniversityViola RamirezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonMaria Del Socorro RodriguezA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSandra RodriguezB.S., Plattsburgh State UniversityM.S., State University of New York at Stony BrookSharon RomerB.S.N., Saint Louis UniversityM.S.N., Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleSylvia SandovalB.S.N., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.S.N., UT Health Science Center at HoustonGloria SenoB.S.N., Cebu Doctors College, PhilippinesM.S.N., Cebu Doctors College, PhilippinesCynthia A. ShartleB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of Texas Health Science Center-San AntonioMarissa B. SmolarskiB.S.N., University of Santo Tomas, PhilippinesM.S.N., University of PennsylvaniaGrelou TamayoB.S.N., Adventist University of the Philippines-PhilippinesM.S.N., Adventist University of the Philippines-PhilippinesJessy V. ThomasCertificate, Kera Nurses & Midwives Council (India)B.S.N., Bangalore University, IndiaM.S.N., Tamil Nadu Dr. Mgr. Medical University, IndiaMaria ValencaB.S., University of Massachusetts-AmherstM.S., University of Massachusetts-AmherstJason ValerioB.S., University of the Assumption, PhilippinesM.S., Angeles University Foundation, PhilippinesAUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYRogelio CamarilloA.A.S., South Texas CollegeRaul De La PenaA.A.S., South Texas CollegeRodrigo Garcia, Jr.Certificate, Texas State Technical CollegeA.A.S., South Texas Community CollegeGerardo GodinoA.A.S., South Texas CollegeRobert G. GonzalezCertificate, Texas State Technical CollegeA.A.S., South Texas Community CollegeRicardo LopezCertificate, South Texas Community CollegeA.A.S., South Texas College295

Matias Ochoa, Jr.Certificate, South Texas CollegeA.A.S., South Texas CollegeRoy TrevinoCertificate, Texas State Technical CollegeA.A.S., South Texas Community CollegeDaniel R. UnruhCertificate, Texas State Technical CollegeA.A.S., South Texas CollegeBIOLOGYMax AbbassiB.A., University of North TexasM.S., University of North TexasEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleLennine BashiriB.S., University of Texas-San AntonioM.S., University of Texas-San AntonioMario EstradaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanGerald FreemanB.S., University of ArkansasM.S., Northern Arizona UniversityPh.D., University of ColoradoRaul GalvanB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMukul GanguliB.S., University of Calcutta-IndiaM.S., Agra University-IndiaPh.D., University of MinnesotaMehrzad Mahmoudian GellerB.S., OrtaDoguTeknikUniversitesi-TurkeyM.S., OrtaDoguTeknikUniversitesi-TurkeyPh.D., OrtaDoguTeknikUniversitesi-TurkeyJavier Gonzalez-RamosB.S., Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon, MexicoM.S., Cornell UniversityPh.D., Cornell UniversityLuis GuerraB.S., Brigham Young UniversityM.S., Brigham Young UniversityPh.D., New Mexico State UniversityDavid GutierrezB.S., Brigham Young UniversityM.S., Brigham Young UniversityHelen MaserangB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanValerie MonroeB.S., University of GeorgiaM.S., Eastern New Mexico UniversityJan NilssonB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPh.D., Northern Arizona UniversityMurad OdehB.S., Yarmouk University-JordanM.S., Yarmouk University-JordanPh.D., Louisiana State UniversityTom PattersonB.S., Sul Ross State UniversityM.A., University of Texas at AustinJaime RodriguezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., Michigan State University296Joel SalingerB.A., Texas A&M UniversityM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLuci SimpsonB.S., University of North TexasM.S., University of North TexasEdwin TamayoB.A., Northern Christian College-PhilippinesM.S., Adventist University of the PhilippinesPh.D., University of the PhilippinesMohamad TermosB.S., Lebanese University-LebanonM.A., Wayne State UniversityDiane TeterB.A., Baylor UniversityB.S., Baylor UniversityM.Ed., University of Texas at BrownsvilleM.I.S., University of Texas at BrownsvilleMaria Teresa TijerinaA.A., Del Mar CollegeB.A., Sam Houston State UniversityM.S., Oregon State UniversityM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMaria Christina TrevinoB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDeborah VillalonB.A., Princeton UniversityM.S., Texas A&M UniversityPh.D., Texas A&M UniversityVan WheatB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMichelle ZamarronB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanBUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONBradley AltemeyerB.B.A., Texas Tech UniversityM.B.A., Stephen F. Austin UniversityEric GarciaA.S., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityB.S., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityMasters, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityMiguel GarciaB.B.A., University of Texas-AustinM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanAnne HernandezB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMehdi KolahdouzB.B.A., Lamar UniversityM.B.A., Prairie View A&M UniversityDaniel MontezB.B.A., University of Texas at AustinM.B.A., University of Texas at BrownsvilleRosemond MooreB.S., Purdue UniversityM.B.A., Indiana UniversityCynthia SanchezB.B.A., University of HoustonM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanKimberly SnyderB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan American

Griselda SolisA.A., Texas Southmost CollegeB.B.A., University of Texas at BrownsvilleJ.D., St. Mary’s UniversityBUSINESS COMPUTER SYSTEMSReynaldo Anzaldua Jr.B.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMeliton HinojosaA,S., Community College of the Air ForceA.S., Prince George’s Community CollegeB.A.A.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.S., Texas A&M University-CorpusAdolfo LozanoA.A.S., Del Mar CollegeB.S., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.S., Texas A&M International UniversityNorma MoralesB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanGabriela PenaB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvillePatricia PomaresB.A.A.S., Texas A&M International UniversityM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJorge SaenzB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleFrancisco SalinasB.A.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.I.T., University of Texas-Pan AmericanCHEMISTRYAlberto AlvarezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of ArizonaLudivina AvilaB.S., St. Edward’s UniversityM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvillePh.D., Oklahoma State UniversityEnriqueta CortezB.S., St. Edward’s UniversityPh.D., Texas A&M UniversitySubrata MandalB.S., Jadavpur UniversityM.S., Jadavpur University,Ph.D., Indian Institute of TechnologyJoe B. StuderB.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State UniversityPh.D., Oklahoma State UniversityCHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENTRubina AzharB.A., University of Punjab, Lahore, PakistanM.A., University of Punjab, Lahore, PakistanM.A., University of Oregon-EugeneCynthia CainB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMaria GarzaB.F.A., University of Texas Pan AmericanM. Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSan Juanita GarzaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanVeronica RodriguezB.S., Texas Woman’s UniversityM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJacqueline WorleyA.A., East Mississippi Community CollegeB.S., Mississippi State UniversityM.Ed., Mississippi University for WomenEd.D., Mississippi State UniversityCOLLEGE SUCCESSLydia L. BeanB.A., Indiana UniversityM.A.G., Texas State UniversityPh.D., Texas State UniversityJorge BotelloB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRufino GarciaB.A., Texas State UniversityM.Ed., Prairie View A&M UniversityM.A., Middleburg CollegePh.D., Capella UniversityJose J. Gonzalez, Jr.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., Catholic University of AmericaDiana LucioB.A., University of Texas-ArlingtonM.P.A., Baruch CollegeAuristela LungB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanTerrence G. MillerB.A., University of North DakotaM.A., University of North DakotaMichael PolinardB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanGardner Reynolds, Jr.B.A., University of Southern CaliforniaM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRick RodriguezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanVasthy E. SantanaA.A., Los Angeles Valley CollegeB.S., Loma Linda UniversityM.A., Loma Linda UniversityCOMMUNICATION-SPEECH AND DRAMARosalinda CantuB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPh.D., Bowling Green State UniversityMoraima CardenasB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJohn CarrollB.A., Gettysburg CollegeM.Ph., City University of New York-The Graduate SchoolPh.D., City University of New York-The Graduate SchoolElaine DispoB.A., McMurry UniversityM.A., Angelo State UniversityIrma GarciaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan American297

Carmela JimenezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanStanley KleinB.A., San Diego State UniversityM.A., San Diego State UniversityCynthia Marroquin-BaldwinB.S.S., University of Texas-AustinM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLaura NunnB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanElizabeth Ortega-HilpertB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanFernando RiveraB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJames A. StocktonB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.Div., Saint Paul School of TheologyM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDawn TaylorA.A., Richland Community CollegeB.A., Sangamon State UniversityM.A., Sangamon State UniversityMary WalkerB.A., Lubbock Christian UniversityM.A., Texas Tech UniversityDebra WyattB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanCOMPUTER AIDED DRAFTINGAND DESIGNSara CardozaB.A., Yale UniversityIrma OlivoA.A.S., Texas State Technical InstituteB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleJavier ReyesA.A.S., South Texas CollegeLaura SalasA.A.S., Bauder Fashion CollegeA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeB.F.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSamuel SaldanaB.S., University of Texas-ArlingtonJoanna SanchezB.S., Trinity UniversityM.S., University of DenverReynaldo Sanchez IIIB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleVicente SaucedaB.A., University of California-BerkeleyM.Arch., Yale UniversityOmar ValdezB.F.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanCertificate, South Texas Community CollegeM.Ed, University of Texas-Pan AmericanMargarita G. VanguelovaB.S., Higher Institute of Architecture and Building, BulgariaManuel Villalpando, Jr.A.A., Texas State Technical CollegeCOMPUTER AND INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGIES(Baccalaureate Program)Pablo GonzalezB.A., University of Texas-AustinM.S., University of Central TexasM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRobert S. HoB.B.A., University of Texas-El PasoM.B.A., New Mexico State UniversityYinping JiaoM.S., Texas Tech UniversityM.S., Texas Tech UniversitySaeed MolkiB.A., Nebraska Wesleyan UniversityM.S., University of NebraskaJoseph PerezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSam Y. SungM.S., University of MinnesotaPh.D., University of MinnesotaMatthew TrotterB.S., Texas A&M University-CommerceM.S., Texas A&M University-CommerceCOMPUTER SCIENCEPablo GonzalezB.A., University of Texas at AustinM.S., University of Central TexasM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRobert Subroto HoB.B.A., University of Texas at El PasoM.B.A., New Mexico State UniversityYinping JiaoM.S., Texas Tech UniversityM.S., Texas Tech UniversityRebecca Chuan LiB.A., Zhejiang University-ChinaM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSaeed MolkiB.S., Nebraska Wesleyan UniversityM.S., University of Nebraska-LincolnRaquel PenaB.S., University of Texas-BrownsvilleM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJoseph PerezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSamuel RezaA.A., Laredo Community CollegeA.A.S., Laredo Community CollegeB.B.A., Texas A&M International UniversityM.S., Texas A&M International UniversitySam Yuan SungB.S., National Taiwan UniversityM.S., University of MinnesotaPh.D., University of MinnesotaAngelita TenienteB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMatthew TrotterB.S., Texas A&M University-CommerceM.S., Texas A&M University-Commerce298

Gabriel A. VieraA.A., Laredo Community CollegeB.B.A., University of the Incarnate WordM.S., Texas A&M University InternationalLi A. YangM.S., Alabama A&M UniversityM.S., Alabama A&M UniversityCRIMINAL JUSTICEJames BlairB.S., Tarleton State UniversityM.C.J., Tarleton State UniversityCarlos DelgadoB.G.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., Troy UniversityRogelio EscanameB.C.J., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRichard HuberB.S., University of Great FallsM.S., University of Great FallsWilliam MacintoshB.S., University of ConnecticutM.S., University of New HavenPh.D., Brigham Young UniversityKelly E. PetersonA.A., Central State CollegeB.A., Central State CollegeM.L.S., North Carolina Central UniversityM.C.J.A., Oklahoma City UniversityJ.D., Oklahoma City UniversityMark G. StoughB.A., University of AlabamaM.S., University of AlabamaCULINARY ARTSEmma CrepsA.A.S., South Texas CollegeJohn SchmuckerA.O.S., Scottsdale Culinary InstituteB.S., California State Polytechnic UniversityPaul WendlandA.A.S., South Texas CollegeDEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISHKaren ArmitanoB.S., University of Illinois at UrbanaM.Ed., University of Illinois at UrbanaPh.D., University of Illinois at UrbanaLaura De La ViñaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJose GonzalezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., Catholic University AmericaVirginia NorquestB.A., University of Texas-AustinM.A., University of Texas-AustinJose PerezB.A., Stanford UniversityM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMelba PerkinsB.A., Sul Ross State UniversityM.A., Sul Ross State UniversityHoward PriceB.S., Ohio State UniversityM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMichael ScalesB.A., Indiana UniversityM.A., Indiana UniversityStevan SchiefelbeinB.S.Ed., University of North DakotaM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMary SinsabaughB.S., State University College-OneontaM.A., Hofstra UniversityMaria TelloB.A., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.A., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleXin ZuoB.A., Changde Teachers CollegeM.Ed., Texas Tech UniversityPh.D., Texas Tech UniversityDEVELOPMENTAL MATHEnrique ArredondoB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRosario ChuaB.S., University of Santo Thomas-PhilippinesB.S., Western Philippine Colleges-PhilippinesM.A., Pablo Bordon Memorial Institute-PhilippinesPh.D., Centro Escolar University-PhilippinesPablo CortezB.S., St. Edward’s UniversityM.S., Texas A&M UniversityElizandro FloresB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanAparna GanguliB.S., University of MinnesotaM.S. University of Burdwan, IndiaPh.D., University of MinnesotaJavier GarciaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRichard GetsoA.A.S., Eastfield CollegeB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMichael D. GrubB.S., Fort Hays State UniversityM.S., Kansas State UniversityC.A.S., Syracuse UniversityMasood HaidaraslB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleJuan J. IbarraB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanArmando LopezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDavid LungB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRosana MaldonadoB.S., Instituto Pedagogico Nacional-PeruM.S., Texas Tech University299

Lyda NealB.A., University of Texas-AustinM.Ed., Texas State UniversityPedro Antonio PazB.S., University of Texas at BrownsvilleM.S., University of Texas-BrownsvilleM.Ed., University of Texas at BrownsvilleAna M. RiojasA.A., South Texas CollegeB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMarco Rubalcava RodriguezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEsteban SalinasB.S., Texas A&M UniversityM.Ed., Harvard UniversityM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMichele L. ShellB.S., University of Illinois at ChicagoM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMerrie Van LoyB.S., Florida Presbyterian CollegeM.M., University of South CarolinaMatea Vasquez-SolisB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSandra VillasB.S., Southeastern Louisiana CollegeM.M., University of TennesseeEdward WagnerB.A., University of Minnesota-MinneapolisB.A., Concordia CollegeM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDEVELOPMENTAL READINGAnna AlanizB.I.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJane De La GarzaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEd.D., Texas A&M University-CommerceRomaldo DominguezB.S., University of MarylandM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanBlanca GonzalezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., Texas A&M University at KingsvilleJoyce M. HamiltonB.A., University of Texas at AustinB.S., University of Texas at AustinM.Ed., University of Texas at AustinGrace LittleB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanTanya MassoB.S., University of Texas at AustinM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanTammi NaumannB.A., Concordia CollegeB.A., Concordia CollegeM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDenise PetersonB.S. Ed., Central State UniversityM.L.S., University of OklahomaM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanAleli San Pedro RemgioB.A., Laguna College of Business/Art-PhilippinesM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanAdalia ReynaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanFlorinda RodriguezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJoy WellsB.A., Michigan State UniversityM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRuth WesslingB.S., Illinois State UniversityM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDIESEL TECHNOLOGYRobert LariosCertificate, Texas State Technical CollegeA.A.S., South Texas CollegeManuel NiñoCertificate, South Texas Community CollegeA.A.S., Amarillo CollegePaul ScovilleA.A.S., Indian Hills Community CollegeECONOMICSReynold De La GarzaB.B.A., St. Mary’s UniversityM.A., St. Mary’s UniversityLaura LealM.B.A., University of PhoenixGary LivingstonB.S., Oklahoma State UniversityM.A., Oklahoma State University (English)M.Ed., University of Central OklahomaM.A., University of Central Oklahoma (PolSci)M.A., University of Central OkalahomaGary McCorkleA.S., Cooke County Jr. CollegeB.S., Texas A&M University-CommerceM.S., Texas A&M University-CommerceSalvador MartinezB.S., Weber State UniversityPh.D., University of FloridaOscar PlazaB.A., Universidad De Chile-ChileM.A., Universidad De Chile-ChileM.A., University of DenverPh.D., University of DenverEDUCATIONLisa GonzalezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of North TexasEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleBlanca GutierrezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanArturo MontielAssociate, Del Mar CollegeB.A., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.S., Oklahoma State UniversityEd.D., Oklahoma State University300

John ShookB.A., Appalachian Bible InstituteM.Ed., Bowie State UniversityPh.D., University of Missouri-Kansas CityKaren VuurensB.S., University of Michigan-Ann HarborB.S., Grand Valley State UniversityM.Ed., Grand Valley State UniversityRene ZunigaB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanELECTRICIAN ASSISTANTArnulfo FloresA.A.S., St. Phillip's CollegeFelix SandovalB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanELECTRONIC AND COMPUTERMAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGYAbraham Duran Jr.A.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeB.I.T., American InterContinental UniversityAnthony EthridgeA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeOscar FloresA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeGustavo Garza-CavazosA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeBruce GriffithsA.A.S., Austin Community CollegeA.A., South Texas CollegeB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPedro PompaCertificate, Texas State Technical CollegeA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeB.S., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleEliazar RamirezA.A S., Texas State Technical CollegeCarlos ReyesA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeEMERGENCY MEDICALTECHNOLOGYJoseph ArcherA.A.S., South Texas CollegeB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJanelle BillingsA.A.S., South Texas Community CollegeEdgar FloresA.A.S., South Texas CollegeCesar GarciaA.A.S., University of Texas at Brownsville/TexasSouthmost CollegeB.S., Nursing, University of Texas-BrownsvilleRobert G. GonzalezA.A.S., South Texas CollegeB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanENGLISHKimberlee AdamsB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLiana AndreasenB.A. Universitatea A.I. Cuza, RomaniaM.A. Salisbury UniversityPh.D., Binghamton UniversityRobin AndreasenB.A., Binghamton UniversityM.A., Binghamton UniversityRobin BellB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRaphael BennetB.A. Columbia UniversityM.P.W., University of Southern CaliforniaPh.D., University of Southwestern LousianaCarolyn BurksB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas at BrownsvilleDana CantuA.A., Highland CollegeB.A., Western Illinois UniversityM.A., Western Illinois UniversityEd.D., Arkansas State UniversityDarci CatherA.A., Lake Land CollegeB.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignM.A., University of MontanaMelvin ClarkB.A., Free Will Baptist BibleM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleRichard CoronadoB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanColleen B. EdgarB.A., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.A., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiKathleen S. FergusonB.A., Missouri Western StateM.A., Northern Arizona UniversityTom FuschettoB.A., Rutgers UniversityM.A., Southwest Texas State UniversityM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMaricela GarciaB.A., University of Texas-AustinM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSylvia G. GarciaB.A., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.A., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleCarla GridleyB.A., Brigham Young UniversityM.A., University of UtahPatrick HamiltonB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJoseph HaskeB.A., Lake Superior StateM.A., Bowling Green StatePamela HokeB.A., George Mason UniversityM.A., George Mason UniversityJonathan JonesB.A., Luther CollegeM.Div., Warburg Theological SeminaryM.A., University of Texas-BrownsvilleJennifer Atwood KnechtB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan American301

Jose Rene Martinez, Jr.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEvashisha MasilamonyB.A., North Eastern Hill UniversityM.A. Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages-IndiaPh.D., University of Pune -IndiaBrett MillanB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleRebecca MillanB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEd.D., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleMarcia MitchellB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleEd.D., University of HoustonStephen MorrisonB.A., University of ArizonaM.F.A., University of ArizonaDavid MoyleB.A., Kent State UniversityM.A., Kent State UniversityElizabeth MunozB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSharmila NambiarB.A., University of PanjabM.A., University of PanjabM.A., University of Texas at ArlingtonDavid OakesB.A., Texas A&M UniversityM.A., Lehigh UniversityPh.D., Texas Christian UniversityJuan OchoaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLanesa PoultonB.A., Emporia State UniversityM.A., Emporia State UniversityJessica SchneeB.A., Randolph-Macon Woman’s CollegeM.A., University of ChicagoLaura SteinertB.A., Oregon State UniversityM.A., Oregon State UniversityJean SwartzB.S., University of Nebraska-OmahaM.A., Drake UniversityEd.D., University of HoustonMarisa R. TaylorB.A., University of North CarolinaM.F.A., University of MontanaGOVERNMENTRobert BallingerB.A., University of CincinnatiM.A., University of DenverPh.D., Syracuse UniversityJeffrey C. BerryB.S., Moorhead State CollegeM.S., Troy State University302Alexander BurtonB.A., State University of New York-New PaltzM.A., The Graduate Center-City University of New YorkSalvador Claflin, Jr.B.S.C.J., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleJennifer ClarkB.A., University of SheffieldM.A., Southwest Texas State UniversityPeter DoasB.S., Robert Morris UniversityM.A., Duquesne UniversityM.B.A., Point Park CollegeMark GadsonB.S., Northern Michigan UniversityM.P.A., Northern Michigan UniversityDarrold T. GuinnB.A., University of Texas-AustinM.B.A., Texas A&M International UniversityM.A., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleYolanda HakeB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.C.R.P., Harvard UniversityKevin HoltonB.A., University of Texas-AustinM.A., Baylor UniversityJerry InmonB.A., Sam Houston State UniversityM.A., Sam Houston State UniversityWallace JohnsonB.A., University of CaliforniaM.A., University of CaliforniaM.A., California State UniversityJames W. LantripB.A., Evansville CollegeM.A.C.T., University of TennesseePh.D., University of TennesseeDenese McArthurB.A., University of North TexasM.A., University of North TexasLarry McElvainB.A., University of ColoradoM.A., University of New MexicoMark R. MurrayA.A., Saddleback CollegeB.A., California State UniversityM.A., San Diego State UniversityKirk M. NeckelB.B.A., Sam Houston State UniversityM.A., Sam Houston State UniversityDarrial ReynoldsB.A., Idaho State UniversityB.A., New Mexico Highlands UniversityM.A., Idaho State UniversityD.A.., Idaho State UniversityEteban SotoA.A.S., Texas Southmost CollegeB.A., University of Texas-BrownsvilleM.P.A., Strayer UniversityRogerio J. ZapataB.A., Sam Houston State UniversityM.A., Sam Houston State UniversityHEALTH AND MEDICALADMINISTRATIVE SERVICESEma DuranA.A.S., Texas State Technical College

Norma LongoriaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanIrma RodriguezB.S., Incarnate Word UniversityM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleMaria E. RosasCertificate, Public Health-Texas A&M-DLCM.D., Universidad Valle Del Bravo-MexicoMarina VillalobosB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanO.D., University of HoustonHEATING, VENTILATION,AIR CONDITIONING ANDREFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGYGuadalupe HernandezCertificate, Texas State Technical CollegeA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeRolando NoriegaA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeArnoldo PerezA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeArturo ZamarripaA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegeHISTORYBenjamin M. AllenB.A., Louisiana State University-ShreveportM.A., Louisiana Tech UniversityJames BarreraB.A., Texas A&M UniversityM.A., University of Texas-El PasoPh.D., University of New MexicoPatricia A. BlaineB.A., Fort Hays State UniversityM.S., Fort Hays State UniversityM.A., Arizona State UniversityWilliam CarterB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A.I.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPh.D., Arizona State UniversityScott CowinB.A., Texas A&M University-College StationM.A., Stephen F. Austin State UniversityWilliam CurtisB.A., Chapman CollegeM.A., Sonoma State UniversityM.A., Webster UniversityM.S., National UniversityFrederick R. GarciaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLaura GomezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanVictor GomezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanTrinidad GonzalesB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanSean KennedyB.A., California State University-ChicoM.A., California State University-ChicoBryant MorrisonM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJ.D., Tulane University Law SchoolDarrell MuckleroyB.A., Humboldt State UniversityM.A., University of ArizonaElizandro MunozA.F.A., University of Texas-Brownsvilleand Texas SouthmostB.A., University of Texas-BrownsvilleM.A.I.S., University of Texas-BrownsvilleMychal M. OdomB.A. University of San DiegoM.A., University of San DiegoGilberto Reyes Jr.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas at San AntonioJohn S. RiceB.S.E.D., Baylor UniversityM.A., California State UniversityM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanCassandra RinconesB.A. Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.A., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleCharles RobinsonB.S., St. Edward’s UniversityM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPatricia RoseserB.A., University of CaliforniaM.A., Arizona State UniversityJodi SabinA.A., Riverland Community CollegeB.S., University of Wisconsin-River FallsM.A., University of Wisconsin-Eau ClaireAdrian SalazarB.A., University of Texas-BrownsvilleM.A.I.S., University of Texas-BrownsvilleEllen StoneB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJohn TylerB.A., University of UtahB.A., University of UtahM.S., University of UtahAlfonso F. UribeB.A., Texas A&M UniversityM.A., University of Texas at San AntonioRichard WalshB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanHUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALISTMaria Lourdes Trevino-OchoaB.S., Texas State UniversityM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleEd.D., Texas A&M UniversityKINESIOLOGYBrent AnganganA.A., Reedley CollegeB.S., California State UniversityM.A., California State UniversityBrenda AyalaB.S.W., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan American303

Rebecca De Los SantosB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEd.D., University of PhoenixJohn J. PavliskoA.B., West Liberty State CollegeM.A., Eastern Kentucky UniversityPh.D., University of UtahKathleen PavliskoCertificate, West Liberty State CollegeB.S., Miami University-Oxford, OhioM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanWilliam SwansonB.S., University of MontanaM.S., Texas A&M University at CommerceMATHEMATICSHanan AmroB.A., Edinboro University of PennsylvaniaM.S., Kansas State UniversityRafael ChavarriaB.S., University of ToledoM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleKelli A. DavisB.S. Elmira CollegeM.S., Texas Tech CollegeVeronica DominguezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMahmoud Fath El DenB.S., University of Cairo-EgyptM.A., Arizona State UniversityPh.D., Arizona State UniversityEric GarciaB.S., University of Texas at BrownsvilleM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJohn GarciaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRommel GarzaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJuan GaytanB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRosa GutierrezA.S., South Texas CollegeB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMehran HassanpourB.S., Jackson State UniversityM.A., Mississippi State UniversityPh.D., University of North TexasMohammad KazeraniB.S., Lamar UniversityM.S., Lamar UniversityHuaien LiB.S., Sichuan Union UniversityPh.D., Sichuan Union UniversityJuan LunaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanTodd MeiselB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMario Jaime MorinB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanChristopher NeelyB.S., University of Texas-AustinM.A., University of Texas-AustinLazaro PenaB.Eng.Tech-Universidad Auto De Nuevo Leon (Mexico)M.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanAida PunsalanB.S., Adamson University-PhilippinesM.S., University of Santo Thomas-PhilippinesM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanLily RaiB.Sc., Mysore University-IndiaB.Ed., Bombay University-IndiaM.S., Memphis State UniversityM.A., Dalhousie University-CanadaNayef M. ShaathB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleMohamed WerfelliB.S., Al-Fateh UniversityM.S., Carnegie-MellonPh.D., New Mexico State UniversitySun Mi YooB.Ed., Korea National University of EducationM.S., University of Texas-BrownsvilleMEDICAL ASSISTANTTECHNOLOGYElizabeth BurrisA.A.S., Del Mar CollegeB.S., Texas A&M University at Corpus ChristiAbigail RodriguezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S., University of Texas Medical-GalvestonMUSICDaniel CatherB.A., Eastern Illinois UniversityM.A., Eastern Illinois UniversitySharon O’LearyB.S., Missouri Western State CollegeM.M., University of Missouri-ColumbiaOCCUPATIONAL THERAPYASSISTANTEsperanza J. BrattinB.S., Texas Woman’s UniversityM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleMaria Elena GalvanB.S., Texas Woman’s UniversityM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleLayman D. MillerB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPARALEGALMyra PerezB.A., St. Mary's UniversityJ.D., St. Mary's UniversityJoseph R. PrestonB.A., Centenary CollegeJ.D., Texas Tech Law School304

PATIENT CARE ASSISTANTSharon RiceCertificate, Trot School of NursingA.A.S., South Texas CollegeOlga G. RosalesA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPHARMACY TECHNOLOGYTheresa L. GarzaB.S., Auburn UniversityPharmD., Auburn UniversityIsaac D. RodriguezA.A.S., South Texas Community CollegePHILOSOPHYRoksana AlaviB.A., University of OklahomaM.A., Oklahoma State UniversityPh.D., University of KansasLee BashamM.A., University of OklahomaPh.D., University of OklahomaDominic BrauneB.A., University of WashingtonM.A., University of WashingtonM.A., Drew UniversityRobert FowlerB.A., Oklahoma City UniversityM.A.R., Iliff School of TheologyM.Div., Iliff School of TheologyM.A., University of ColoradoPh.D., University of ColoradoCatherine MacneilB.A., Marygrove CollegeM.A., University of DetroitPh.D., Fordham UniversityJaime MarcioB.A., State University of New YorkPh.D., New School UniversityJeffrey T. McBrideB.A., Oklahoma State UniversityM.A., University of OklahomaChristopher NelsonB.A., California State University at SacramentoM.A., Southern Illinois University at CarbondalePh.D., Southern Illinois University at CarbondaleTheresa NormanB.A., Southern Illinois University-EdwardsvilleM.A., Southern Illinois University-EdwardsvillePHYSICAL SCIENCE/GEOLOGYCarl DoneyB.S. University of Louisiana-MonroeM.S., University of Lousiana-MonroeMahmoud A. GassemB.S., University of Tennessee at ChattanoogaM.A., University of Mississippi at OxfordJeremy HinckB.S., University of Albany-SUNYM.S., University of Albany-SUNYRavi NandigamB.S., Osmania University, IndiaM.S., Osmania University, IndiaPh.D., University of Texas-El PasoNoel PunsalanB.S., Mapua Institute of Technology, PhillipinesM.S., Angeles University Foundation (Math)M.S., University of Texas-Pan American (Inter Studies)PHYSICAL THERAPISTASSISTANTArlene GarciaA.A.S., Houston Community CollegeIsabel G. GarciaA.A., Victoria CollegeA.A.S., Wharton County Junior CollegeB.A.T., University of Texas-BrownsvilleDiana E. HernandezB.S., Texas Woman’s UniversityM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvillePHYSICSMartin KnechtA.S., Lincoln Land Community CollegeB.S., University of Illinois-UrbanaM.S., University of Illinois-UrbanaSaiyid WahidB.S., Northeastern UniversityM.S., Northeastern UniversityPh.D., Northeastern UniversityGuanghua XuB.S., Zhongshan University (China)M.S., University of California-RiversidePh.D., University of California-RiversidePLUMBING ASSISTANTAndres LealCertified Master PlumberPRECISION MANUFACTURINGTECHNOLOGYEsmeralda AdameCertificate, South Texas CollegeA.S., South Texas CollegeB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanEduardo BenavidesB.S., University of Texas-ArlingtonB.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.S., University of Texas-ArlingtonHarold BernardA.A.S., Texas State Technical CollegePedro GarzaCertificate, South Texas CollegeA.A.S., South Texas CollegeDaniel MoralesCertificate, South Texas CollegeA.A.S., South Texas CollegePSYCHOLOGYBlake ArmstrongA.A., San Jacinto Community CollegeB.S., University of Houston-Clear LakeM.A., New School for Social ResearchPh.D., California School of Professional PsychologyPedro CantuB.A., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.S., Texas A&M University-Kingsville305

Anna ChanceB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJennifer FoxB.A., University of Texas-AustinM.S., Nova Southeastern UniversityCarlo GonzalezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., New Mexico State UniversityLinda JacksonB.A., Indiana University of BloomingtonM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPh.D., Walden UniversityJennifer ReidB.S., Texas A&M UniversityM.A., RutgersPh.D., RutgersEric ReittingerB.S., Utah State UniversityPh.D., University of MinnesotaOrlando RodriguezB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJose A. SanchezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPh.D.., Texas A&M UniversityWilifrido SarabiaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDavid L. ShepardB.S., University of North TexasM.A., Southern Methodist UniversityRodgers TruittB.A., Baylor UniversityM.A., St. Mary’s UniversityTimothy WeberA.A., Concordia Lutheran College-Ann ArborB.A., Concordia University-River ForestM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGYCrystal BirdA.A.S., South Texas Community CollegeB.S., Midwestern State UniversityTammy HughesA.A.S., Jackson Community CollegeRebecca L. SilvaA.S., Robert Morris CollegeB.A., La Roche CollegeM.P.H., Texas A&M University-Health Science CenterRESPIRATORY THERAPYBetty Chong-MenardA.A.S., Texas Southmost CollegeM.Ed., University of Texas-BrownsvilleJohnny GalanDiploma-Wake Forrest UniversityB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiSOCIAL WORKSefra SchwartzA.A., Purdue UniversityB.A., Purdue UniversityM.A., University of ChicagoM.A., Purdue UniversitySOCIOLOGYDavid ArizmendiB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJenny ChamberlainB.A., Brigham Young UniversityM.A., Brigham Young UniversityMarcie De La CruzB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanClyde GreenleesB.S., Texas A & M-KingsvilleM.S., Texas A&M University-KingsvillePh.D., Texas A&M UniversityRandy JarvisB.S., Western Illinois UniversityM.A., Western Illinois UniversityNihan Kayaardi HinojosaB.A., MimarSinan University-TurkeyM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRoyal LorescoB.A., California State University-Long BeachM.A., California State University-FullertonCarlos RodriguezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanTECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT(Baccalaureate Program)Benito GarzaB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanPh.D., Capella UniversityOscar PlazaB.A., Universidad de Chile-ChileM.A., Iliff School of TheologyM.A., Universidad de Chile-ChileM.A., University of DenverPh.D., University of DenverVOCATIONAL NURSINGMaria D. AlonzoA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanVeronica CardenasCertificate, Metropolitan Community CollegeB.S.N., Clarkson CollegeZelda ColegadoB.S., Philippine Union College-PhilippinesShirley ConcepcionB.S., Philippine Women's University System-PhilippinesTony CortezA.A.S., University of Texas-Brownsvilleand Texas Southmost CollegeKaren S. CountrymanA.A.S., Bellevue Community CollegeB.S.N., University of PhoenixM.S.N., University of PhoenixJuanita C. GomezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.W., Our Lady of The Lake University306

Darla G. CrainerA.A.S., Galveston CollegeB.S., Lamar UniversityDelphia CurranA.A.S., University of Texas-Brownsvilleand Texas Southmost CollegeGwen DalidaB.S.N., Mountain View College-PhilippinesM.S.N., University of Texas-BrownsvilleJudith De La CruzB.S., University of San Carlos-PhilippinesB.S., Quezon City Medical-PhilippinesM.S.N., University of Texas-BrownsvilleVickie DickeyB.S.N., University of North Carolina at GreensboroPamela FowlerB.S.N., Florida State UniversityM.S.N., Walden UniversityEdmundo GarciaA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanBetty M. GarnerA.A.S., University of Texas at Brownsville/TSCGloria J. GarzaA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S., Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiM.Ed., University of Texas-Pan AmericanVictor Garza IIIA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMarie MartinezA.A.S., Lincoln Land Community CollegeA.G.E., Lincoln Land Community CollegeNora MartinezA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDaphine MoraA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.S.N., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleWORLD LANGUAGESJames BanfordB.A., Brigham Young UniversityM.A., Brigham Young UniversityEmmanuel BelenaM.A., Texas Tech UniversityPh.D., Florida State UniversityRoberto P. CantuB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJovonne DelgadoA.A., South Texas CollegeLevel III Interpreter, State of TexasMario EspinozaB.B.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanNereida LopezB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanDelia Magdaleno-LejarzaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanRosario MatulewiczB.B.A., University of Texas at San AntonioM.A., University of Texas at San AntonioElisa PastorB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJuan SilvaB.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanHector VillarrealB.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanM.A., University of Texas-Pan AmericanJerry ZenorB.A., Gallaudet CollegeM.S., Gallaudet CollegePh.D., University of Texas at AustinDeborah PortilloA.A.S., Penn Valley Community CollegeCynthia SalinasA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanMelba TrevinoB.S.N., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleM.Ed., Texas A&M University-KingsvilleCarol TuckerA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanB.A., St. Edwards UniversitySylvia VargasA.A.S., University of Texas-Pan AmericanWELDINGFernando GarciaCertificate, Texas State Technical CollegeRicardo SalinasA.A.S., Texas State Technical College307

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AAbsences on Religious Holy Days ................. 42Academic Advisement .................................... 50Academic and DevelopmentalPlacement Scores......................................... 21Academic Calendar 2008-2009 ...................... 12Academic Counseling .................................... 49Academic Honors ........................................... 43Academic Information .................................... 34Academic Transferable Courses..................... 36Accounting Clerk Certificate.......................... 107Accounting Specialization..............................110Accounting Course Descriptions.............................226Accreditation..................................................... 1Accuplacer ..................................................... 19Achievement Award(Presidential Inspirational)............................ 44Adding Courses............................................... 29Address Change............................................. 23Administrators and Faculty ........................... 292ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICECAREERS ..................................100• Legal Office Management, A.A.S............ 102• Office Management, A.A.S...................... 102• Legal Office Specialist Certificate ........... 101• Office Specialist Certificate...................... 101Administrative Office CareersCourse Descriptions ............................................226Admissions Checklist...................................... 22Admissions Procedures.................................. 22Admission Requirements................................ 15by high school graduation............................. 15by examination.............................................. 15by individual approval................................... 15by transfer from another college................... 15by dual enrollment......................................... 16international student...................................... 16Selective Programs ........................................ 16Admissions Guidelines.................................... 14Admittance to Class/Financial Obligations...... 29Advisement (Academic).................................. 50Affiliations.......................................................... 1Alcoholic Beverages (Statement)...................... 5Alternative Exams andMandatory Placement Testing ...................... 18Alumni and Friends......................................... 79AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGEAND INTERPRETER STUDIES.......148• Sign Language InterpreterSpecialization, A.A.S............................... 149• Deaf Support Specialist, A.A.S................ 150• Trilingual Interpreter Certificate............... 149American Sign Language ConcentrationField of Study, A.A....................................... 174AmeriCorps..................................................... 71ANTHROPOLOGY.........................151• Anthropology, Field of Study, A.A............ 151Anthropology Course Descriptions..........................228Architectural Drafting Certificate .................. 124Architectural Drafting Specialization, A.A.S.... 126Art Course Descriptions..........................................228ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING......197• Associate Degree Nursing, A.A.S............ 198• LVN-RN Transition Option, A.A.S............ 200• Paramedic to RN Track, A.A.S................ 202Associate Degree NursingCourse Descriptions.............................................229Associate of Applied Science Degree(Graduation Requirements).......................... 47Associate of Arts Degree(Graduation Requirements).......................... 47Associate of Science Degree(Graduation Requirements).......................... 47Astronomy Course Descriptions..............................231Attendance Policy........................................... 42Auditing a Class.............................................. 22AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY.........103• Automotive Technology, A.A.S................. 105• Automotive Technology,GM-ASEP, A.A.S. ................................... 105• Automotive Technology Certificate.......... 104• Ford Youth and Adult Training ProgramCertificate................................................ 104Automotive TechnologyCourse Descriptions.............................................232BBACCALAUREATE DEGREES...........88• Computer and Information TechnologiesBachelor of Applied Technology................ 89• Technology Management,Bachelor of Applied Technology................ 93Bachelor of Applied TechnologyDegree (Graduation Requirements).............. 47Bacterial Meningitis......................................... 52Banking Certificate........................................ 107Banking Specialization, A.A.S........................110Basic Skills Test.............................................. 35Bilingual/Bicultural Studies Concentration,Field of Study, A.A....................................... 175BIOLOGY.....................................185• Biology, Field of Study, A.S...................... 185Biology Course Descriptions...................................233Blind, Deaf Students....................................... 66Board of Trustees............................................ 10Bookstore Refunds.......................................... 31BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION........106• Accounting Specialization, A.A.S..............110• Banking Specialization, A.A.S..................110• Import/Export/LogisticsSpecialization, A.A.S................................111• Management Specialization, A.A.S..........111• Marketing Specialization, A.A.S................112• Technology ManagementSpecialization, A.A.S................................112• Transfer Plan, A.A., Field of Study............113• Accounting Clerk Certificate ................... 107309

• Banking Certificate ................................. 107• Import/Export Certificate ......................... 108• Logistics Certificate................................. 108• Management Certificate ......................... 109• Marketing Certificate ............................... 109Business AdministrationCourse Descriptions.............................................234BUSINESS COMPUTER SYSTEMS..114• Computer SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S................................117• Information Security SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S................................118• Multimedia SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S................................119• Networking SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S............................... 120• Webmaster SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S............................... 121• Computer and InformationTechnologies Certificate ..........................115• Computer ApplicationsSpecialist Certificate ................................115• Information SecuritySpecialist Certificate ................................116• Multimedia Specialist Certificate ..............116Business Computer SystemsCourse Descriptions.............................................236Business and Technology Division ............ 98CCalendar 2009-2010 ...................................... 12Campus Parking.............................................. 76Campus, Mid-Valley.......................................... 4Campus, Nursing and Allied Health.................. 4Campus, Pecan................................................. 4Campus, Starr County....................................... 4Campus, Technology......................................... 4Campus Security............................................. 77Career Counseling.......................................... 49CEEB (College Entrance Examination Board).39Centers for Learning Excellence..................... 79Certificate of Completion(Graduation Requirements).......................... 47Certificates and Associate Degrees................ 97Change of Address.......................................... 23Change of Schedule........................................ 35CHEMISTRY................................186• Chemistry, Field of Study, A.S................ 186Chemistry Course Descriptions...............................238CHILD DEVELOPMENT.................152• Child Development, A.A.S....................... 154• Infant and Toddler SpecializationCertificate................................................ 153• Preschool Specialization Certificate........ 153• Early Childhood Intervention, Certificate. 154Child Development Course Descriptions................239Children of Disabled Firemen andPeace Officers.............................................. 66Children of Prisoners of War,Persons Missing in Action............................. 67Civil Drafting Certificate................................. 124Civil Drafting Specialization, A.A.S ............... 126CLEP (College Level Examination Program).. 39Clinical Requirements of the Nursingand Allied Health Programs.......................... 52College Success (Orientation 101)................. 34College Success Course Descriptions....................240COMBINATION welding.............122• Combination Welding Certificate ............ 122Combination Welding Course Descriptions.............240Commercial Cooking Certificate.................... 129COMMUNICATION........................155• Communication, Field of Study, A.A....... 155Communications Core Curriculum.................. 83Communications Course Descriptions....................241COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTINGAND DESIGN..............................123• Architectural Drafting Specialization,A.A.S....................................................... 126• Civil Drafting Specialization, A.A.S.......... 126• Design and Technical GraphicsSpecialization, A.A.S............................... 127• Geographic Information SystemsSpecialization, A.A.S............................... 127• Architectural Drafting Certificate ............. 124• Civil Drafting Certificate .......................... 124• Design and TechnicalGraphics Certificate ................................ 125• Geographic Information SystemsCertificate ............................................... 125Computer Aided Drafting and DesignCourse Descriptions.............................................241COMPUTER AND INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGIES, Bachelor ofApplied Technology................89Computer and Information TechnologiesCourse Descriptions.............................................245COMPUTER SCIENCE...................187• Computer Information Systems, A.S.,Field of Study........................................... 188• Computer Science A.S., Field of Study... 189Computer Science (Core Curriculum)............. 86Computer Science Course Descriptions.................246Computer Maintenance TechnologySpecialization, A.A.S................................... 136Computer Support Specialist Certificate....... 134Computer Support Specialist Specialization,A.A.S........................................................... 136Concurrent Enrollment Fees........................... 30Confidentiality of Records............................... 23Conflict Resolution Center.............................. 78Continuing, Professionaland Workforce Education.............................. 81Core Curriculum.............................................. 83Counseling (Academic)................................... 49Counseling (Career & Transfer Assistance).... 49Counseling Services....................................... 49Course Descriptions................................................225Course Substitutions(Graduation Requirements).......................... 46Course Load.................................................... 35310

Courses (Adding and Dropping)...................... 29Courses (Academic Transferable)................... 36Creation............................................................. 5Credit by Examination..................................... 39Credit (Transfer of from STC) ........................ 34Credit (Transfer of to STC) ............................. 34CRIMINAL JUSTICE......................156• Criminal Justice A.A., Field of Study ....... 157Criminal Justice Course Descriptions.....................247CULINARY ARTS..........................128• Commercial Cooking Certificate ............. 129• Culinary Arts, A.A.S. ............................... 129Culinary Arts Course Descriptions..........................247Curriculum....................................................... 82Curriculum (Core) ........................................... 83DDance Course Descriptions....................................248Deaf Students ................................................ 66Department of Assistive andRehabilitative Services (DARS).................... 69Dependency Status (Financial Aid) ................ 54Developmental Coursework Limitation............ 75Developmental Studies Program.................... 42DIESEL TECHNOLOGY..................130• Diesel Technology, A.A.S. ....................... 131• Diesel Technology Certificate ................. 131Diesel Technology Course Descriptions..................249Directory Information ..........................................disABILITY Services ..........................................Disabilities (Rights of Individuals).......................Disputes (Transfer).............................................Distance Education.............................................Division of Business and Technology........ 98Division of Liberal Artsand Social Sciences................................. 146Division of Math and Science.................... 184Division of Nursing and Allied Health....... 196Dr. Ramiro R. Casso Nursingand Allied Health Campus................................ 4DRAMA.......................................158• Drama, Field of Study, A.A...................... 158Drama Course Descriptions....................................250Dropping Courses........................................... 29Dual Enrollment............................................... 16EEarly High School Graduation Scholarship..... 64Economics Course Descriptions.............................251EDUCATION ................................159• EC-6 Generalist, A.A. in Teaching........... 160• 4-8 Generalist, A.A. in Teaching.............. 161• Grades 8-12, A.A. in Teaching................. 162Education Course Descriptions...............................251Educational Aide Exemption Program............. 61Educational Programs..................................... 45ELECTRICIAN ASSISTANT.............132• Electrician Assistant Certificate .............. 132Electrician Assistant Course Descriptions...............251ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTERMAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY.....133• Computer Maintenance TechnologySpecialization, A.A.S............................... 136• Computer Support SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S............................... 136• Convergent Technology SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S............................... 137• Computer MaintenanceSpecialist Certificate................................ 134• Computer SupportSpecialist Certificate................................ 134• Convergent TechnologySpecialist Certificate................................ 135• Electronics TechnologySpecialist Certificate................................ 135Electronics Course Descriptions.............................252Emergency Loan Program ............................. 30EMERGENCY MEDICALTECHNOLOGY............................203• Emergency Medical Technology, A.A.S... 205• EMT Basic Certificate ............................. 204• EMT Intermediate Certificate .................. 204• EMT Paramedic Certificate ..................... 205Emergency Medical TechnologyCourse Descriptions.............................................254ENGINEERING ............................190• Engineering, Field of Study, A.S.............. 191Engineering Course Descriptions............................256ENGLISH.....................................163• English, Field of Study, A.A.................... 163English Course Descriptions...................................256English as a Second LanguageCourse Descriptions.............................................258Equal Opportunity (Statement).......................... 5Examination (Admission Requirements)......... 15Examination (Credit)....................................... 39Exemptions (Tuition and/or Fees)................... 65FFaculty and Administrators ........................... 292FAFSA (Free Application for FederalStudent Aid) ................................................. 54Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act..... 23Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant...... 60Federal National Science and MathematicsAccess to Retain Talent Grant...................... 60Federal Pell Grants......................................... 57Federal Return of Title IV Funds Policy.......... 73Federal Student Loans.................................... 58Federal Supplemental EducationalOpportunity Grants........................................ 59Federal Workstudy.......................................... 59Fees................................................................ 26311

Fees (Concurrent Enrollment) ........................ 30Fees (Incidental) ............................................ 31Fees (Other student additional fees)............... 28Financial Aid ................................................... 53Financial Aid (Dependency Status) ................ 54Financial Information ...................................... 29Financial Need................................................ 53Financial Obligations/Admittance to Class...... 29FINE ARTS..................................164• Graphic Arts, Field of Study, A.A............ 165• Music Concentration, Field of Study, A.A..166• Visual Arts Concentration,Field of Study, A.A.................................. 167Firearms (Statement)........................................ 5Fire Fighters Enrolled inFire Science Courses.................................... 67Ford Youth and AdultTraining Program Certificate....................... 104Foster Care Students...................................... 67GGEAR UP Program......................................... 50Geographic Information SystemsCertificate.................................................... 125Geographic Information SystemsSpecialization, A.A.S................................... 127Geography Course Descriptions.............................258Geology Course Descriptions.................................258GM-ASEP Specialization, A.A.S................... 105Government Course Descriptions...........................259Grading System ............................................. 40Graduate Guarantee ...................................... 46Graduation Ceremony..................................... 46Graduation Requirements............................... 46Graduates (Honor).......................................... 44Grants............................................................. 61HHazelwood Exemption.................................... 65HEALTH AND MEDICALADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES.......206• Health Information Technology, A.A.S..... 208• Medical Coding Specialist Certificate...... 207• Medical Information/TranscriptionSpecialist Certificate................................ 208Health and Medical Administrative ServicesCourse Descriptions.............................................259Health Services............................................... 51HEATING, VENTILATIONAIR CONDITIONING ANDREFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY...138• Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning andRefrigeration Technology, A.A.S.............. 139• Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning andRefrigeration Technology Certificate........ 139Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning andRefrigeration Course Descriptions........................261High School Early Graduation Scholarship..... 64High School Graduation (AdmissionRequirements).............................................. 15Highest Ranking High School Graduates........ 66Highlights for Tax Benefitsfor Higher Education..................................... 32HISTORY.....................................168• History A.A., Field of Study...................... 169History Course Descriptions....................................261Honor List (President’s)................................... 44Honor List (Vice President’s)........................... 44Honors Admission Requirements.................... 43Honors Program.............................................. 43HOPE Scholarship.......................................... 71HUMAN resources....................140• Human Resources Certificate ................. 141• Human Resources, A.A.S........................ 141Human Resources Course Descriptions.................262Humanities and Visual Arts andPerforming Arts Core Curriculum.................. 84Humanities Course Descriptions.............................263Humanities Elective Options........................... 86II.D. Card (Student).......................................... 51Immunization Requirements........................... 52Import/Export Certificate............................... 108Import/Export/LogisticsSpecialization, A.A.S....................................111Incidental Fees................................................ 31In-District Tuition............................................. 27Individual Approval(Admission Requirements)............................ 15Infant and Toddler SpecializationCertificate.................................................... 153Information Security Specialist, A.A.S ...........116Installment Payments...................................... 29Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment.... 80Insufficient Funds............................................ 29Insurance (Voluntary Student Health)............. 53Interdisciplinary Studies......170• Interdisciplinary StudiesField of Study, A.A................................... 170International Students(Admission Requirements)............................ 16Intramural Sportsand Wellness Programming.......................... 78JJob Placement................................................ 78Judicial Affairs ................................................ 78312

KKINESIOLOGY..............................171• Kinesiology, A.A., Field of Study, ............ 172Kinesiology Course Descriptions............................263LLANGUAGE ANDCULTURAL STUDIES...................173• American Sign Language Concentration,Field of Study, A.A................................... 174• Bilingual/Bicultural Studies Concentration,Field of Study, A.A................................... 175• Spanish Concentration,Field of Study, A.A................................... 176• Spanish/English Translation Concentration,Field of Study, A.A................................... 177Legal Office Management, A.A.S.................. 102Legal Office Specialist Certificate................. 101Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership(LEAP). Special Leveraging EducationalAssistance Partnership (SLEAP).................. 63Liberal Arts andSocial Sciences Division ......................... 146Library Services.............................................. 78Lifetime Learning Tax Credit........................... 71Loans (Federal Student)................................. 58Logistics Certificate....................................... 108LVN/RN Transition Option, A.A.S.................. 200MManagement Certificate................................ 109Management Specialization, A.A.S................111MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY..142• Precision Manufacturing Technology,A.A.S....................................................... 143• Precision Manufacturing TechnologyCertificate................................................ 143Manufacturing TechnologyCourse Descriptions.............................................268Marketing Certificate..................................... 109Marketing Specialization, A.A.S.....................112Math and Science Division......................... 184MATHEMATICS............................192• Mathematics, Field of Study, A.S. ........... 192Mathematics Core Curriculum......................... 83Mathematics Course Descriptions..........................270MEDICAL ASSISTANTTECHNOLOGY............................209• Medical Assistant Technology, A.A.S. ..... 210• Medical Assistant Technology Certificate.210Medical Assistant TechnologyCourse Descriptions.............................................272Medical Coding Specialist Certificate............ 207Medical Information/TranscriptionistSpecialist Certificate................................... 208Message from the President............................. 9MEXICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES.....178• Mexican-American Studies,Concentration, Field of Study, A.A........... 178Mid-Valley Campus........................................... 4Multimedia Specialist Specialization, A.A.S...119Music Concentration, Field of Study, A.A...... 166Music Course Descriptions........................... 273NNational Hispanic Scholarship Fund............... 69Natural Sciences Core Curriculum.................. 84Networking Specialist Specialization, A.A.S.. 120Non-Resident Tuition....................................... 27Nursing, Associate Degree............................ 197Nursing, Associate Degree, A.A.S................. 198Nursing, Associate DegreeCourse Descriptions.............................................229Nursing and Allied Health Division........... 196Nursing and Allied Health Campus(Dr. Ramiro R. Casso)..................................... 4OOCCUPATIONAL THERAPYASSISTANT................................211• Occupational Therapy Assistant, A.A.S... 212Occupational Therapy AssistantCourse Descriptions.............................................275Office Management, A.A.S............................ 102Office Specialist Certificate........................... 101Official Statements Relating to Studentswith Contagious Diseases............................. 51Orientation 101 (College Success)................. 34Out-of-District Tuition...................................... 27Outreach......................................................... 79PPARALEGAL................................144• Paralegal, A.A.S...................................... 144Paralegal Course Descriptions................................276Paramedic to RN Track, A.A.S ..................... 202Parking, (Campus).......................................... 76PASS (Providing Academic Supportto Students) .................................................. 49PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT...........213• Patient Care Assistant Certificate............ 213Patient Care AssistantCourse Descriptions.............................................277Payments........................................................ 29Payments (Installment)................................... 29Payment (THEA)............................................. 19313

Pecan Campus.................................................. 4Pell Grants (Federal)....................................... 57PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY...........214• Pharmacy Technology, A.A.S................... 216• Pharmacy Technology Certificate............ 216Pharmacy TechnologyCourse Descriptions.............................................278Phi Theta Kappa International Honor SocietyBeta Mu Epsilon Chapter.............................. 44PHILOSOPHY..............................179• Philosophy, Field of Study, A.A............... 179Philosophy Course Descriptions.............................279Physical Science Course Descriptions....................280PHYSICAL THERAPISTASSISTANT................................217• Physical Therapist Assistant A.A.S.......... 218Physical Therapist AssistantCourse Descriptions.............................................280PHYSICS.....................................193• Physics A.S., Field of Study..................... 193Physics Course Descriptions..................................281Placement Testing........................................... 18Plumber assistant..................145• Plumber Assistant Certificate .................. 145Plumber Assistant Course Descriptions..................281Policy (Attendance)......................................... 42POLITICAL SCIENCE(GOVERNMENT).........................180• Political Science (Government)Field of Study, A.A. ................................. 180(Precision) Manufacturing TechnologyCourse Descriptions.............................................268Precision ManufacturingTechnology, A.A.S ...................................... 143Precision Manufacturing TechnologyCertificate.................................................... 143PRE-PHARMACY..........................194• Pre-Pharmacy, Field of Study, A.S........... 195Pre-school Specialization Certificate............. 153President’s Message ........................................ 9Presidential InspirationalAchievement Award...................................... 44President’s Honor List..................................... 44Privacy Act...................................................... 23Professional and Vocational NursingScholarship Program.................................... 64PSYCHOLOGY..............................181• Psychology, Field of Study, A.A.............. 181Psychology Course Descriptions............................282RRADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY..........219• Radiologic Technology A.A.S................... 220Radiologic TechnologyCourse Descriptions.............................................282Reading Course Descriptions.................................284Records (Confidentiality of Student)............... 23Records (Review) ........................................... 24Refunds........................................................... 30Refunds (Bookstore)....................................... 31Refunds (Tuition)............................................. 30Religious Holy Days (Student Absences)........ 42Registration (Financial Information)................ 29Registration (THEA) ....................................... 19Regulations (Scholastic)................................. 33Requirements (Admission).............................. 15Requirements of the NAH Program (Clinical). 52Requirements (Graduation)............................. 46Requirements (Immunization)......................... 52Research and Analytical Services................... 80Resident Status for Students.......................... 24RESPIRATORY THERAPY..............221• Respiratory Therapy, A.A.S..................... 222Respiratory Therapy Course Descriptions..............284Retention Specialist........................................ 50Returned Checks............................................ 29Review of Records ......................................... 24Rights (Family Educational)............................ 23Rights (Students)............................................ 51Rights of Individuals with Disabilities................ 5SSatisfactory Academic Progress..................... 71Schedule Changes.......................................... 29Scholars (Valley)............................................. 44Scholarship (HOPE)........................................ 71Scholarship Fund (National Hispanic)............. 69Scholarships.................................................... 68Scholarships (Grants)..................................... 61Scholastic Progress Standards....................... 41Scholastic Regulations.................................... 33Security (Campus).......................................... 77Sexual Harassment Policy................................ 5Sign Language (American)Course Descriptions.............................................285Sites (STC)........................................................ 4Smoke/Tobacco Free Environment................... 5Social and Behavioral SciencesCore Curriculum............................................ 85SOCIAL WORK.............................182• Social Work, Field of Study, A.A............. 182Social Work Course Descriptions............................286SOCIOLOGY.................................183• Sociology, Field of Study, A.A................. 183Sociology Course Descriptions...............................286Spanish Concentration, Field of Study, A.A.. 176Spanish Course Descriptions..................................286Spanish/English Translation Concentration,Field of Study, A.A....................................... 177Special Courses.............................................. 29Special Leveraging Educational AssistancePartnership (SLEAP). Leveraging EducationalAssistance Partnership (LEAP)..................... 63Special Programs............................................ 50Special Topic Presentationsand Workshops............................................. 49314

Speech Course Descriptions...................................288Sports (Intramural).......................................... 78Starr County Campus........................................ 4State Aid for Foreign Students........................ 64State Aid Programs......................................... 61Statement of Equal Opportunity........................ 5Statement on Alcoholic Beverages,Tobacco, Firearms and Other Substances...... 5STC Sites and Phone Numbers ....................... 4Stop Payment ................................................. 29Student Activities ............................................ 77Student Absences on Religious Holy Days..... 42Student Code of Conduct................................ 42Student I.D. Cards........................................... 51Student Informationand Welcome Centers.................................. 79Student Leadership Center............................. 77Student Life..................................................... 77Student Loans, Federal................................... 58Student Records............................................. 23Students (Residents Status)........................... 24Student Support Services Programs............... 49Students Rights and Responsibilities.............. 51Support Services............................................. 49TTable of Contents........................................... 6-8TANF Students................................................ 68Tax Benefits for Higher Education................... 71Tech Prep........................................................ 22Technology Campus ......................................... 4Technology Management,Bachelor of AppliedTechnology..............................93Technology ManagementCourse Descriptions ............................................288Temporary Assistancefor Needy Families (TANF)........................... 68Testing (Placement)........................................ 18Texas Educational Opportunity GrantProgram-TEOG (formerly TEXAS Grant II)... 63Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan(formerly Texas Tomorrow Fund) ................. 68Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG)............ 63THEA .............................................................. 19Third Party Contractsand Scholarships.......................................... 30Tobacco Statement .......................................... 5Toward Excellence Access & Success(TEXAS) Grant Program............................... 62Transcripts from Other Institutions.................. 34Transfer Assistance......................................... 49Transfer Disputes............................................ 34Transfer from another College(Admission Requirements)............................ 15Transfer of Credit from STC............................ 34Transfer of Credit to STC................................ 34Transfer Programs.......................................... 45Transferable Courses (Academic).................. 36TSI Exemption Scores.................................... 21Tuition (In-District)........................................... 27Tuition (Out-of-District).................................... 27Tuition Refunds............................................... 30Tuition and Fees............................................. 26Tuition and/or Fees Exemptions..................... 65Tuition (Non-Residents).................................. 27UUpward Bound Program.................................. 50VValley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunitiesand Scholarships (VAMOS).......................... 71Valley Initiative for Developmentand Advancement (VIDA)............................. 70Valley Scholars................................................ 44Veterans and Dependents(Hazelwood Exemption)................................ 65Veteran's Educational Benefits....................... 69Vice President’s Honor List............................. 44Vision, Purpose, Core Values, GuidingPrinciples, and Strategic DirectionsConstitute the Comprehensive Missionfor South Texas College............................... 2-3Visual Arts Concentration,Field of Study, A.A....................................... 167VOCATIONAL NURSING................223• Vocational Nursing Certificate................. 224Vocational Nursing Course Descriptions.................290Vocational Nursing and ProfessionalScholarship Program.................................... 64Voluntary Student Health Insurance................ 53WWebmaster SpecialistSpecialization, A.A.S..................................... 121Welcome andStudent Information Centers......................... 79Wellness Programmingand Intramural Sports................................... 78Withdrawal fromSemester Credit Courses.............................. 35Workforce Investment Act (WIA)Workforce Solutions...................................... 69Work-Study Program (Federal)....................... 59Work-Study Program (Texas College)............. 65315