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EMS 228 - Paramedic Spcl Consideratn-Lab Credits: 2
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat neonatal, pediatric, geriatric, and special needs patients utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Special Considerations. Two credits.
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EMS 229 - Paramedic Pharmacology Credits: 3
Introduces the paramedic student to advanced emergency pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. This course will include laws affecting the use and distribution of medications, medication dosing, clinical calculations, routes of administration and discussion of common medication classifications to include indications, contraindications and side effects. Three credits.
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EMS 230 - Paramedic Pharmacology-Lab Credits: 2
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to safely and effectively administer emergency medications. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Pharmacology. Two credits.
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EMS 231 - Paramedic Cardiology Credits: 5
Introduces the paramedic student to cardiovascular emergencies and the care of patients presenting with cardiovascular emergencies. Topics will include assessment of the cardiovascular system, ECG acquisition and interpretation both single lead and 12 lead, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease and treatments indicated for a given disease. Five credits.
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EMS 232 - Paramedic Cardiology-Lab Credits: 1
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat patients presenting with cardiovascular emergencies utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Cardiology. One credit.
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EMS 233 - Paramedic Medical Emergencies Credits: 4
Expands on the paramedic student’s knowledge of medical emergencies with the Integration of assessment findings in formulating a field impression and implementing a treatment plan. This course will cover principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology related to common medical emergencies including: neurological, abdominal and gastrointestinal disorders, immunological, infectious diseases, endocrine disorders, psychiatric disorders, toxicological, respiratory, hematological, genitourinary, gynecological, non-traumatic musculoskeletal disorders, and diseases of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat. Four credits.
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EMS 234 - Paramedic Medical Emergencies Lab Credits: 1
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat patients with a variety of medical emergencies utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Medical Emergencies. One credit.
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EMS 235 - Paramedic Trauma Emergencies Credits: 4
Expands on the paramedic student’s knowledge of trauma emergencies with the integration of assessment findings in formulating a field impression and implementing a treatment plan for an acutely injured patient. The course will provide an in depth evaluation of trauma to include: categorization of trauma patients, incidence of trauma, trauma systems, types of injury, trauma assessment, documentation in trauma, trauma scoring scales, trauma center designations, and transfer of patients. Four credits.
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EMS 236 - Paramedc Trauma Emergncies-Lab Credits: 1
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat patients with a variety of traumatic emergencies utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion lab course for Paramedic Trauma Emergencies. One credit.
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EMS 237 - Paramedic Internship Prep Credits: 2
Reviews concepts and techniques used in the prehospital setting. Two credits.
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EMS 273 - Paramedic Clinical Credits: 0 to 12
Offers laboratory/clinical requirement for students enrolled in EMS 238 and/or EMS 240. Students will participate in clinical rotations at local hospitals where they will apply the Advanced Life Support skills taught in the related didactic courses. Students must be enrolled in EMS 238 and/or EMS 240 when taking this course. Enrollment in this course must be approved by the EMS Program Coordinator and/or the Department Chair. Zero to twelve credits.
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EMS 280 - Paramedic Internship I Credits: 0 to 12
Serves as the preceptor/internship program for paramedic students. Zero to 12 credits.
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EMS 281 - Paramedic Internship II Credits: 0 to 12
Serves as the continuation of EMS 280, preceptor program for paramedic students. Zero to 12 credits.
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EMS 285 - Independent Study Credits: 1 to 6
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. One to six credits.
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Engineering Technology |
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MAC 100 - Machine Shop Safety Credits: 1
Covers the hazards of a machine shop including health and safety, locating essential safety information from a code or other standard, location and use of safety and emergency equipment, and identifying and applying shop safety procedures. 1 credit.
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MAC 101 - Introduction to Machine Shop Credits: 3
Covers safety procedures, use of bench tools, layout tools, power saws, drill presses, precision measurement tools, and various hand tools related to the machine shop. Also included are sharpening drill bits and general purpose turning tools for the lathe and determining speeds and feeds for both the lathe and the milling machine. Prerequisite(s): MAC 100 or taken concurrently in same semester. 3 credits.
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MAC 207 - CNC Milling Lab Credits: 3
Prepares students to write programs and run parts from both blueprints provided and per individual student designs. Proofing and editing programs, sub-programs, managing cutter compensations, fixture offsets, and overall execution at the machine will be the primary focus. Three credits.
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English |
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CCR 092 - Composition and Reading Credits: 5
Integrates and contextualizes college level reading and writing. Students will read and understand complex materials and respond to ideas and information through writing informative and/or persuasive texts. Prerequisite(s): Placement test. Five credits.
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CCR 093 - Studio D Credits: 3
Integrates and contextualizes reading and writing strategies tailored to a corequisite 100-level course within one or more of these four discipline strands: Communications, Science, Social Science, and Arts and Humanities. Non-GT courses are not eligible for this consideration. Students will read and understand complex discipline-specific materials and respond to ideas and information through writing informative and/or persuasive texts. Technology skills required (keyboarding, creating, saving, and sending word-processed files, using the Internet, etc.) Prerequisite(s): Placement test. Corequisite: Paired with a GT Pathway course. Three credits.
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CCR 094 - Studio 121 Credits: 3
Integrates and contextualizes reading and writing strategies tailored to corequisite ENG 121 coursework. Students will read and understand complex materials and respond to ideas and information through writing informative and/or persuasive texts. Technology skills required (keyboarding, creating, saving, and sending word-processed files, using the Internet, etc.) Prerequisite(s): Placement test. Corequisite: ENG 121. Three credits.
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ENG 121 - English Composition I [CO1] Credits: 3
Emphasizes the planning, writing, and revising of compositions, including the development of critical and logical thinking skills. This course introduces students to research strategies and skills. This course includes a minimum of five compositions that stress purpose, audience, and persuasive/argumentative writing. Proficiency in essay writing is required for a passing grade, and students must have a C or better in ENG 121 before they will be admitted to ENG 122. Technology skills required: creating, storing, and sending word-processed files, using the Internet, etc. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-CO1. Prerequisite(s): ENG 090, or CCR 092, or CCR 093, or CCR 094, all with a grade of C or better; or placement test. Students may take concurrently with CCR 094. No exceptions to course prerequisite will be allowed. Three credits.
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ENG 122 - English Composition II [CO2] Credits: 3
Expands and refines the objectives of English Composition I. Emphasizes critical/logical thinking and reading, problem definition, research strategies, and writing analytical, argument papers that incorporate research. Technology skills are required (creating, storing, and sending word-processed files, using the Internet, etc.) This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-CO2. Prerequisite(s): ENG 121 with a grade of C or better. No exceptions to course prerequisite will be allowed. Three credits.
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ENG 131 - Technical Writing I Credits: 3
Develops skills one can apply to a variety of technical documents. Focuses on principles for organizing, writing, and revising clear, readable documents for industry, business, and government. Prerequisite(s): ENG 090, or CCR 092, or CCR 093, or CCR 094; or ENG 121 or ENG 122, all with a grade of C or better; or placement test. Student may take concurrently with CCR 093. Keyboarding skills required. Three credits.
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ENG 178 - Seminar/Workshop Credits: 0 to 6
(Formerly: ENG 227) Provides students with an experiential learning experience using the seminar/workshop format. Each course is designed with specific outcomes based on specific activities. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor required. Zero to six credits.
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ENG 221 - Creative Writing I Credits: 3
Teaches techniques for creative writing. Explores imaginative uses of language through creative genres (fiction, poetry, literary nonfiction) with emphasis on the student’s own unique style, subject matter and needs. Three credits.
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ENG 222 - Creative Writing II Credits: 3
Provides continued development of written expression in such forms as
poetry, fiction, and/or nonfiction writing. Prerequisite(s): ENG 221 with a
grade of C or better or permission of instructor. Three credits.
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ENG 278 - Seminar/Workshop Credits: 0 to 6
(Formerly: ENG 228) A continuation of ENG 178. Provides students with an experiential learning experience using the seminar/workshop format. Each course is designed with specific outcomes based on specific activities. Prerequisite(s): ENG 178. Zero to six credits.
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ENG 285 - Independent Study Credits: 0 to 12
(Formerly: ENG 295) Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. Zero to 12 credits.
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Environmental Science |
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ENV 101 - Environmental Sci w/Lab [SC1] Credits: 4
Provides an introduction to the basic concepts of ecology and the relationship between environmental problems and biological systems. Includes interdisciplinary discussions on biology, chemistry, geology, energy, natural resources, pollution, and environmental protection. Using a holistic approach, students will study how the foundations of natural sciences interconnect with the environment. This course includes laboratory experience. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-SC1 but cannot be applied toward an Associate of Science degree. Four credits.
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ENV 275 - Special Topics Credits: 1 to 6
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. One to six credits.
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ENV 285 - Independent Study Credits: 1 to 6
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s permission required. One to six credits.
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Ethnic Studies |
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ETH 106 - From Indios to Chicanos Credits: 3
Provides the student with an opportunity to dialogue on the intersection of cultures of the indigenous peoples, Mexicans and Anglos. Explores the change in culture through the northward migration of people as they remain committed to their culture. Emphasizes the sensitivity to cultural prejudice and stereotypes. Three credits.
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ETH 200 - Intro to Ethnic Studies [SS3] Credits: 3
Introduces students to the issues of race and ethnicity. Emphasizes
ethnic relations in the United States as it pertains to four major groups:
Americans of African, Asian, Latino and Native descent. Explores issues
of racial and ethnic identity, racism and discrimination, stereotyping,
prejudice, segregation, colonialism, integration and acculturation. Three
credits.
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ETH 212 - African-American Studies Credits: 3
Explores in-depth introduction of Africans to the colonies and historical
developments through modern-day America. Focuses on the decisions and
choices which have impacted African-Americans through contemporary
times. Three credits.
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ETH 224 - Intro to Chicano Studies Credits: 3
Introduces students to skills development in multicultural education. Covers Chicano history, migration and labor, education, law and Chicano
culture. Three credits.
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ETH 275 - Special Topics Credits: 1 to 6
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. One to six credits.
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Film & Video Media |
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FVM 117 - Understanding Actor’s Process Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT 117) Explores the actor’s process with an emphasis on developing supportive and effective collaborations with other actors, directors and crew members. Applies techniques and acting theory to production and teaches basic terminology for actors in the screen environment. Introduces improvisation, script and character analysis, rehearsal process and protocol. Three credits.
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FVM 118 - Screen Actor Improvisation Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT 118) This course builds on FVT 117 Understanding the Actor’s Process, and is designed for students with an interest and aptitude for on-camera performance. The course continues to explore the teachings of Stanislavski as his system relates to creating believable and realistic characters and applying that knowledge to develop roles for the screen. Three credits.
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FVM 164 - Digital Editing: Final Cut Pro Credits: 3
Introduces the basic concepts and skills of non-linear editing using Final Cut Pro. The student will demonstrate comprehension in various editing techniques and apply the acquired knowledge to exercises in the class. The student will analyze other editor’s works for aesthetic and technical merit and develop an understanding of industry standards and expectations. Capturing, outputting, and software integration are covered. Three credits.
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FVM 165 - Digital Editing: Avid Credits: 3
Introduces the basic concepts and skills of non-linear editing using Avid Media Composer. The student will gain facility in digitizing, compression, inputting, outputting, and software integration as well as the principles of nonlinear editing. The student will demonstrate comprehension in various editing techniques and apply the acquired knowledge to exercises in the class. Three credits.
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FVM 169 - The Cinematic Western Credits: 3
Provides an overview, history, and examination of the Western film genre. Students will analyze films from a variety of perspectives: drama, history, culture, and film aesthetics and techniques. Three credits.
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FVM 183 - Neo Realism and New Wave Films Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT 183) An examination of the Post War movements that revitalized world cinema and moved production out of the studios and into the streets. Students will identify components and analyze methods, concepts and theories. Stresses the work of Rossellini, De Sica, Goddard, Truffaut, and Renais. Three credits.
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FVM 184 - Landmarks of Cinema Credits: 3
Students examine and analyze standout films of popular cinema from the last few decades with inquiry into what makes them rise above their peers. Students evaluate the films and research and interpret the work of individual film makers whose work interests them. Three credits.
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FVM 185 - Documentary Film Credits: 3
An overview of the subject, with an emphasis on the historical development of the documentary film. Classroom visits with local documentary filmmakers, analysis of documentary techniques, finding the story and the challenges of the medium. Three credits.
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FVM 186 - The Horror Film Credits: 3
Provides an overview, history, and examination of the horror genre. Students will analyze films from a variety of perspectives: drama, history, culture, and film aesthetics and techniques. The approach will be by sub-genre, i.e. Vampires, Mad Scientists, Zombies, etc. Three credits.
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FVM 187 - The Science Fiction Film Credits: 3
Provides an overview, history, and examination of science fiction movies, the ultimate “what if” films. Students will analyze films from a variety of perspectives: drama, history, culture, and film aesthetics and techniques. The approach will be by sub-genre, i.e. space travel, time travel, etc. Three credits.
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FVM 188 - The Comedy Film Credits: 3
Provides an overview, history, and examination of the film comedy genre. Students will analyze films from a variety of perspectives; drama, history, culture and film aesthetics and techniques. Examines both style (Farce, Social Satire, Parody, etc.), and performers (Chaplin, Keaton, Fields, Marx Brothers, etc.), moving chronologically. Three credits.
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FVM 205 - Camera Technique Credits: 3
The narrative importance of different camera angles, movements, and focal planes are analyzed. Students will examine how video and 16mm film cameras work, and various techniques used in composition and the acquisition of images. Students will demonstrate and apply technique by shooting specific exercises both in and out of class. Three credits.
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FVM 206 - Film/Video Lighting Credits: 3
Lighting design and aesthetics in interior, exterior, location and studio settings. Students will examine and analyze photographic and motion picture lighting and plan, design and implement their re-creation. Students will then demonstrate and apply technique by shooting specific exercises both in and out of class. Three credits.
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FVM 208 - Sound for Film/Video Credits: 3
This introduction to sound for film and video provides instruction on acquisition of audio on location and post-production methods. Students will apply the techniques and tools discussed in class to practical exercises and group environments. Students will analyze sound information to prepare projects for the post-production process and learn to synthesize the acquired results with the visual elements of the story to enhance the emotional impact of a piece. Students will be introduced to sweetening techniques, musical compositions and Foley. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): RTV 210 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
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FVM 209 - Production Management Techniq Credits: 3
Formerly FVT 209) Breaks down a film or TV show. This course teaches students to plan, schedule and budget the shoot using production boards and Movie Magic software. Three credits.
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FVM 213 - Cinematography Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT213) Cinematography elucidates the integration of lighting, camera movement, visual aesthetics and actor blocking necessary for narrative development and character revelation in the translation of script to screen. This course focuses on how entire scenes may captured in a single dynamic camera movement (“sequence shot”) that enhances the dramatic presentation of narrative flow and character arc through exploration of the three dimensional set of the scene and its interpretation to the two dimensional space of the screen. Three credits.
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FVM 217 - Acting for the Screen Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT 217) This advanced, third-level acting course is designed for students who want to learn professional skills. Course will provide the students with enhanced acting abilities to develop multiple skills regarding the creation of dramatic characters. Students will learn set protocol, film technology and logistics. Three credits.
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FVM 218 - Screen Actor Movement/Action I Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT 218) This first level is an introduction to skills that will bring basic movement awareness. This course is designed to expand concepts of movement specifically for film acting by developing a metaphoric language to apply to characterization and enhance the student’s general physical ability, observational skills, and confidence when acting. Three credits.
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FVM 219 - Screen Performance Workshop Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT 219) This class offers opportunity to perform in advanced student productions and professional projects in this capstone course for the Acting for the Screen Certificate Program. Students will perform a variety of roles, demonstrating ability to create believable characters with convincing through lines. Student will apply textual analysis and character development to performances in this workshop environment. The performances developed in this course will be evaluated and edited into a actor’s reel as a component of their professional resume. Three credits.
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FVM 227 - History of Acting Credits: 3
A broad examination of performance, chonologically uncovering acting styles from prehistoric to present time. Class will focus each week on a specific style and timeframe. Pre-Stanislavski will be more geographically focused and post-Stanislavski will be more focused on individuals with revolutionary ideas. By end of class, all students will have a grounded understanding of various techniques, the origins of such techniques, and a firm understading of the techniques most applicable towards film performance. Three credits.
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FVM 228 - Screen Actor Movement/Action II Credits: 3
This class continues the student¿s training of physical-based acting techniques. Through the innovative techniques learned in Movement I, students are challenged weekly to expand previous trainings of performance and expression. Introduction of basic stuntwork will be illustrated and choreography will also be trained. Techniques that will be used include: Mudra Space Awareness, Five Element Acting, and meisner-based exercises. Three credits.
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FVM 250 - Writing for Broadcast Media Credits: 3
(Formerly FVT 250) Introduction to the basic skills in developing and writing a feature screenplay or teleplay including conceptualization, genre conventions, act structure, scene construction and character development combined with summarizing and describing written work through pitch session and assessing and discussing through writer’s meetings. Students will create final projects working in teams (TV pilots/episodes) or as individuals (screenplays). Three credits.
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FVM 264 - Digital Effects Credits: 3
Introduces Digital Effects software and methods for creating digital effects in the post-production environment. Students will achieve mastery in simple animation and understand the principles of animation as defined historically. Students will analyze style and emotional aesthetic and learn to support story by synthesizing video elements with effects. The coursework covers compositing, alpha channels, 2D and 3D effects. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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FVM 273 - Professional Documentary Prod. Credits: 3
The Professional Documentary Production class allows students to propose, research, write and shoot their own original documentary projects, or to engage in the work with non-profit clients in a professional documentary production program that can lead to federal scholarships upon the completion of 350 hours of work. Prerequisite(s): FVM 150 and FVM 205 and FVM 213 and RTV 107 and RTV 212 and RTV 269 and MGD 204 and, FVM 164 or FVM 165 or MGD 164. Three credits.
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Film & Video Technology |
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FVM 150 - Development Film Expression Credits: 3
Examines the nature and structure of Film/Video expression, concentrating on the way directors, editors, and cinematographers use visual techniques to serve the narrative. Students watch films in their entirety and then analyze them for their lighting, composition, camera position, movement, lens, depth of field, use of screen space, placement of performers, and editing techniques. Three credits.
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Fire Science Technology |
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FST 100 - Firefighter I Credits: 9
Addresses the requirements necessary to perform at the first level of progression as identified in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001, Firefighter Professional Qualifications. This is a lecture and lab course for meeting the NFPA 1001, Level I, standard. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): Professional level CPR certification. Nine credits.
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FST 101 - Firefighter II Credits: 3
Addresses the requirements necessary to perform at the second level of progression as identified in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001, Firefighter Professional Qualifications. This is a lecture and lab course for meeting the NFPA 1001, level II, standard. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): Current Firefighter I Certification. Three credits.
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FST 102 - Principles of Emergency Services Credits: 3
Provides an overview to fire protection; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; philosophy and history of fire protection/service; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics. Three credits.
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FST 103 - Fire Behavior and Combustion Credits: 3
Explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled. Three credits.
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FST 105 - Building Construction for Fire Protection Credits: 3
Provides the components of building construction that relate to fire and life safety. The focus of this course is on firefighter safety. The elements of consideration and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies. Three credits.
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FST 106 - Fire Prevention Credits: 3
Provides fundamental information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationships of fire prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire investigation, and fire and life-safety education. Three credits.
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FST 107 - Haz Mat Operations Level I Credits: 3
Introduces hazardous materials incidents, recognizing and identifying hazardous materials, planning response, implementing response procedures, decision making, and continued evaluation at the awareness and operation level. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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FST 109 - Occupational Safety & Health for Fire Credits: 3
Introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Topics include risk evaluation and control procedures for fire stations, training sites, emergency vehicles, and emergency situations involving fire, EMS, hazardous materials, and technical rescue. This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavioral change throughout emergency services. Three credits.
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FST 126 - Vehicle Extrication Awareness Credits: 1
Provides the student with entry level knowledge and skills to safely operate at the scene of a vehicle/machinery extrication. Training in this course represents the minimum level of training needed to respond to a vehicle extrication incident. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. One credit.
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FST 127 - Vehicle Extrication Operation Credits: 2
Expands and refines the objectives of FST 126. Students shall be capable of hazard recognition, equipment use, and techniques necessary to operate safely and effectively at incidents involving persons injured or entrapped in a vehicle or machinery. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): FST 126. Two credits.
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FST 128 - Vehicle Extrication Tech Credits: 3
Expands and refines the objectives learned in FST 127. Training in this course represents the highest level of operation at the rescue scene involving vehicle extrication. Students shall be capable of hazard recognition, equipment use, and techniques necessary to operate and effectively supervise at incidents involving persons injured or entrapped in a vehicle or machinery. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Prerequisite(s): FST 127. Three credits.
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FST 151 - Driver-Operator Credits: 3
Provides the student with the basic knowledge and skills to safely operate fire apparatus according to the NFPA professional standard. Enables the student to display and demonstrate knowledge of fire apparatus, operation of apparatus, pumps and pumping, hydraulics calculations, maintenance and testing. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. Three credits.
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FST 160 - Physical Test Prep Course Credits: 3
Prepares students for the CPAT and other related fitness testing for entry level firefighters. The course will focus on aerobics and strength training to assist students in passing a CPAT test or any related fitness entry level test. Students will also be trained on how to use various firefighting tools as they pertain to how the tools will be used in the CPAT or other related entry level fitness test. Three credits.
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FST 170 - Clinical I Credits: 0.25 to 6
Offers the clinical practicum to apply the related fire science technology. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. 0.25 to 6 credits.
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FST 175 - Special Topics Credits: 0.5 to 6
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. 0.5 to six credits.
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FST 202 - Strategy and Tactics Credits: 3
Provides an in-depth analysis of the principles of fire control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents on the fire ground. Three credits.
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FST 203 - Fire Hydraulics and Water Supply Credits: 3
Provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems. Three credits.
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FST 209 - Fire Protection Systems Credits: 3
Provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers. Three credits.
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FST 251 - Legal Aspects of Fire Service Credits: 3
Introduces the Federal, State, and local laws that regulate emergency services, national standards influencing emergency service, standard of care, tort, liability, and a review of relevant court cases. Three credits.
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FST 255 - Fire Service Management Credits: 3
Serves as the basic management course for present and potential members of the fire service, and for students and members of other fire science-related professions. Introduces the student to current management practices and philosophies and real-world applications from the supervisor’s point of view. Covers decision making/problem solving, communication skills, conflict resolution, creativity and innovation, as well as the role of the manager in supervising personnel and programs, e.g., motivation, leadership, counseling, ethics, and handling discipline and grievances. Three credits.
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FST 275 - Special Topics Credits: 1 to 4
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest not previously offered. Includes National Fire Academy courses, VFIS courses, NFPA certification courses or other special subject classes that do not fall under the standard FST curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor. One to four credits.
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FST 280 - Internship Credits: 0.5 to 12
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor. 0.5 to 12 credits.
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FSW 100 - S-190 Intro to Wildland Fire Credits: 1
Provides instruction in the primary environmental factors that affect
the start and spread of wildfire and recognition of potentially hazardous
situations. This course can be taught in conjunction with or prior to
Firefighting Training S-130. One credit.
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FSW 101 - S-130 Firefighting Training Credits: 2
Provides entry-level firefighter skills. A version of the L-180, Human
Factors on the Fireline, is included as part of the course. Credit should be
issued for S-130. Two credits.
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FSW 102 - S-131 Firefighter Type I Credits: 0.5
Designed to meet the training needs of the Firefighter Type I. It contains several tactical decision modules designed to facilitate learning the objectives and class discussion. This course is designed to be interactive in nature. Topics include fireline reference materials, communications, and tactical decision making. 0.5 credit.
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FSW 103 - D-110 Dispatch Recorder/Ross Credits: 1
Trains potential dispatch recorders on the structure of an expanded
dispatch organization and how to effectively perform within that
organization. Course will provide the student with a working knowledge
of the purpose and process of completing the resource order and other
dispatch forms. It will also provide instruction on established dispatch
procedures. One credit.
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FSW 104 - I-100 Introduction to ICS Credits: 0.25
Address the ICS organization basic terminology, and common responsibilities. It provides a foundation upon which to enable entry-level personnel to function appropriately in the performance of incident-related duties. For students continuing through more complex ICS modules, this course may be used as pre-course work. 0.25 credit.
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FSW 105 - L-180 Human Factors/Fire Line Credits: 0.25
Designed for unit-level supervisors to use when delivering orientation training to new crew-members. Presentation of the course involves a few short lecture segments, but the primary content is delivered by video and is supported with the small group exercises. Topics include: situation awareness, basic communication responsibilities, attitude and stress barriers, decision-making processes, and teamwork principles. 0.25 credit.
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FSW 110 - Wildland Basic Training Credits: 14
Provides training on a variety of entry level wildland firefighting skills. Upon successful completion of the course students will receive NWCG certificates for the following areas: S130/190 Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior/Firefighter Training, S-131 Firefighter Type I, I-100 Intro to ICS, L-180 Human Factors, S-211 Portable Pumps & Water, S-212 Wildfire Chain Saws, S-260 Interagency Incident, S-270 Basic Air Operations, S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior, I-200, IS-200 & Q436 Basic ICS, and L-280 Followership/Leadership. Prerequisite(s): Professional level CPR and First Aid certification required. 14 credits.
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FSW 143 - S-212 Wildland Chain Saws Credits: 2
Provides introduction to the function, maintenance and use of internal
combustion, engine-powered chain saws and their tactical wildland fire
application. Modules support entry-level training for firefighters with little
or no previous experience in operating a chain saw and provides hands-on
cutting in surroundings similar to fireline situations. Two credits.
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FSW 152 - S-271 Helicopter Crew Member Credits: 2
Provide student proficiency in all areas of the tactical and logistical use
of helicopters to achieve efficiency and standardization. Topics include:
aviation safety, aircraft capabilities and limitations, aviation life support
equipment, aviation mishap reporting, pre-flight checklist and briefing/
debriefing, aviations transportation of hazardous materials, crash survival,
helicopter operations, helicopter field exercise. This course contains the
following OAS modules: A-101, A-105, A-106, A-108, A-110, A-113,
A-209, and A-210.
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FSW 153 - S0-290 Inter. Wildland Fire Credits: 2
Designed to prepare the prospective supervisor to undertake safe and
effective fire management operations. Two credits.
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FSW 154 - Wildland Fire Origin/Cause Credits: 2.5
Provide a consistent knowledge and skill base for the Wildland Fire
Origin and Cause Determination Investigator (INVF). The concepts
taught in this course will help an INVF perform at an acceptable level
on a national basis without regard to geographic boundaries. The course
is presented by lecture, electronic presentations, field exercises, and class
discussion. Two and one-half credits.
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FSW 203 - S-339 Div/Group Supervisor Credits: 1
Prepares the student to perform in the role of division /group
supervisor. It will provide instruction in the support of the specific tasks
of division/group supervisor. Topics include division/group management,
organizational interaction, and division operations. One credit.
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FSW 204 - S-359 Medical Unit Leader Credits: 1
Designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the
role of medical unit leader. (MEDL). Topics include gathering information,
organizing, supervising, evaluating, documenting, and demobilizing the
medical unit. One credit.
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FRE 101 - Conversational French I Credits: 3
Introduces beginning students to conversational French and focuses on
understanding and speaking French. Covers basic vocabulary, grammar,
and expressions that are used in daily situations and in travel. Three credits.
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FRE 102 - Conversational French II Credits: 3
Continues the sequence for beginning students who wish to understand
and speak French. Covers basic conversational patterns, expressions, and
grammar. Prerequisite(s): FRE 101 or permission of instructor. Three
credits.
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FRE 111 - French Language I Credits: 5
Develops students’ interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communicative abilities in the language. Integrates these skills in the cultural contexts in which the language is used. Offers a foundation in the analysis of culture. Five credits.
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FRE 112 - French Language II Credits: 5
Expands students’ interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communicative abilities in the language across the disciplines. Integrates these skills with the study of the cultures in which the language is used. Offers a foundation in the analysis of culture and develops intercultural communicative strategies. Prerequisite(s): FRE 111 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor. Five credits.
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