Catalog 2021-2022 
    
    May 20, 2024  
Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


For information concerning Course Load, Course Numbering, and State Guaranteed Transfer Courses, see:

  

 

RTV- Radio & Television

  
  • RTV 289 - Capstone

    Credits: 1 to 6
    A demonstrated culmination of learning within a given program of study. Differential tuition rates apply. One to six credits.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor

RUS- Russian

  
  • RUS 101 - Conversational Russian I

    Credits: 3
    Introduces beginning student to conversational Russian and focuses on understanding and speaking Russian. Covers basic vocabulary, grammar, and expressions that are used in daily situations and in travel. Three credits.
  
  • RUS 111 - Russian Language I

    Credits: 5
    Begins a sequence dealing with the development of functional proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing the Russian language. Note : The order of the topics and methodology will vary according to individual texts and instructors. Five credits.
  
  • RUS 112 - Russian Language II

    Credits: 5
    Continues Russian I in the development of functional proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing the Russian language. Five credits.
    Prerequisite(s): RUS 111 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • RUS 211 - Russian Language III [AH4]

    Credits: 3
    Continues Russian Language II in the development of increased functional proficiency at the intermediate level in speaking, aural comprehension, reading, writing, and cultural competency in the Russian language. This course is conducted predominantly in Russian. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH4 category. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): RUS 112 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • RUS 212 - Russian Language IV [AH4]

    Credits: 3
    Continues Russian Language III in the development of increased functional proficiency at intermediate mid level in speaking, aural comprehension, reading, writing, and cultural competency in the Russian language. This course is conducted predominantly in Russian. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH4 category. Three credits
    Prerequisite(s): RUS 211 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • RUS 285 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 6
    (Formerly: RUS 195) Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. One to six credits.

SCI- Science

  
  • SCI 155 - Integrated Sci I w/Lab [SC1]

    Credits: 4
    Examines the nature of energy and matter, their interactions and changes, and the application of fundamental concepts to the study of our natural world. These concepts will be explored in hands-on laboratory experiments. This course integrates the fundamental concepts and ideas about the nature of physics and chemistry with the natural world. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 055 or higher (except MAT 060, MAT 090, MAT 107, MAT 109, MAT 112, and MAT 175) and CCR 092 or higher with grades of “C” or better
  
  • SCI 156 - Integrated Sci II w/Lab [SC1]

    Credits: 4
    (A.A. Degree only) Examines earth and biological systems, living and non-living environments, through the application of fundamental energy and matter concepts. These systems and concepts will be explored in hands-on laboratory experiments. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category. Must have both SCI 155 and SCI 156 for graduation. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 and MAT 055 or higher (except MAT 090, 107, 108, 109, 112, 175). (Course MAT 050 or test score of EA 60 requires permission of instructor or advisor.)

SOC- Sociology

  
  • SOC 101 - Intro to Sociology I [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    This course examines the basic concepts, theories, and principles of sociology, including topics of culture, race, class, gender, sexuality, social groups, and deviance through a local and global lens. Analyzes and interprets socio-historic as well as contemporary issues by using critical thinking skills and linking individual experiences to social structures. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Three credits.
  
  • SOC 102 - Intro to Sociology II [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    Examines the basic concepts, theories, and principles of sociology, including topics of family, religion, education, politics, the economy, health, demography, the environment and social movements through a local and global lens. Analyzes and interprets socio-historical as well as contemporary issues by using critical thinking skills and linking individual experiences to social structures. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. NOTE: SOC 101 is NOT a pre-requisite. Three credits.
  
  • SOC 205 - Soc of Family Dynamics [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    Offers a critical exploration of marriage, family and kinship. It examines the family as an institution and how social, cultural and personal factors influence family relations locally and globally. Explores the stability and evolution of the family, along with current trends and a range of family forms. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Three credits.
  
  • SOC 215 - Contemporary Social Prob [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    Investigates current social issues that result in societal problems. Focuses on numerous areas including, but not limited to, the loss of civil liberties, concentration of media ownership, gender discrimination, hate crimes, poverty, hunger, environmental degradation, racism and prejudice, as well as social change. Addresses ways to ameliorate these social ills. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Three credits.
  
  • SOC 216 - Sociology of Gender [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    Examines major trends and theoretical approaches within the field of sociology of gender including the impact of intersecting social markers such as race, class, sexuality and gender identities. Addresses gender performance, stratification and inequalities in micro and macro settings in the U.S. Focuses on social movements relating to identities and institutional inequalities. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Three credits.
  
  • SOC 218 - Sociology of Diversity [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    Explores differences based on race, ethnicity, social class, gender, age, ability status, and sexual identity. Critically examines the dynamics of intergroup relations and how social construction of these differences can lead to patterns of prejudice, discrimination, and inequality nationally and globally. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Three credits.
  
  • SOC 231 - Sociology-Deviant Behavior [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    Critically examines various deviant categories and societal reactions to deviance affecting diverse populations. Examines how sociologists study deviance and the theories they use to explain it. Explains the ways social institutions define deviance and attempt to control, change, or treat those deviant behaviors, attitudes, and conditions. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Three credits.
  
  • SOC 275 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Zero to twelve credits.

SPA- Spanish

  
  • SPA 101 - Conversational Spanish I

    Credits: 3
    Offers beginning students the skills necessary to understand and speak Spanish. The material includes basic vocabulary, grammar, and expressions that are used in daily situations and in travel. Three credits.
  
  • SPA 102 - Conversational Spanish II

    Credits: 3
    Offers students the skills necessary to understand and speak Spanish. The material continues to cover basic conversations patterns, expressions,
    and grammar. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 101 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • SPA 111 - Spanish 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.
  
  • SPA 112 - Spanish 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.  Five credits.
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 111 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • SPA 115 - Spanish for the Professional I

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly: SPA 225) Designed as an introduction to a working knowledge of the target language, cultural behaviors and values useful in various professional fields such as health care, law enforcement, bilingual education, business, and others. Three credits.
  
  • SPA 175 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 to 6
    (Formerly: SPA 135) Provides students with a vehicle to pursue beginning Spanish language and culture. One to six credits.
  
  • SPA 201 - Conversational Spanish III

    Credits: 3
    Provides students with the skills necessary to continue their study of understanding and speaking Spanish. The material includes intermediate
    level vocabulary, grammar, and expressions. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 102 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • SPA 202 - Conversational Spanish IV

    Credits: 3
    Provides students the skills necessary to continue their study of understanding and speaking Spanish. The material will continue to cover intermediate level conversational patterns, expressions, and grammar. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 201 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • SPA 211 - Spanish Language III [AH4]

    Credits: 3
    Continues Spanish Language II in the development of increased functional proficiency at the intermediate level in speaking, aural comprehension, reading, writing, and cultural competency in the Spanish language. This course is conducted predominantly in Spanish. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH4 category. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 112 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • SPA 212 - Spanish Language IV [AH4]

    Credits: 3
    Continues Spanish Language III in the development of increased functional proficiency at intermediate mid level in speaking, aural comprehension, reading, writing, and cultural competency in the Spanish language. This course is conducted predominantly in Spanish. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH4 category.Three credits
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 211 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • SPA 235 - Spanish Reading-Writing

    Credits: 3
    Builds vocabulary and develop reading and writing strategies in Spanish to be able to analyze fictional and non-fictional texts and gain further
    cultural insight of the Hispanic world. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): SPA 212 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • SPA 261 - Grammar/Heritage Lang Speaker

    Credits: 3
    Provides formal grammatical instruction to Foreign Language students whether native or bilingual who want to develop their existing proficiency in the target language. Three credits.
  
  • SPA 285 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 6
    (Formerly: SPA 295) Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. One to six credits.

SPI- Sterile Processing Technology

  
  • SPI 100 - Sterile Instrument Processing

    Credits: 4
    Reviews the job skills needed for the sterile processing technician. Includes the fundamentals of the central services department, instrument processing and important regulatory protocols. Includes a comprehensive review of medical terminology, anatomy and microbiology. Infection prevention and important environmental control and safety factors are included. The importance of professionalism, clinical advancement and workplace communication is presented. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be 18 years or older, have all necessary vaccinations, complete a background check and drug screen. Majors only. Four credits.
    Corequisite(s): SPI 101
  
  • SPI 101 - Sterile Instrument Lab Skills

    Credits: 4
    Reviews hands on knowledge and job skills needed by the sterile processing technician. Includes a comprehensive review of surgical instrumentation, including instrument categories, design and construction, assembly, care and maintenance. Tools and equipment utilized for instrument processing is presented. Instrument decontamination, cleaning, processing and various methods of sterilization is discussed. Differential tuition rates apply. Majors Only. Four credits.
    Corequisite(s): SPI 100
  
  • SPI 181 - Internship: Sterile Processing

    Credits: 1-12
    Complete 400 hours of clinical internship in the sterile processing department. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credits. Variable credit.
    Prerequisite(s): SPI 100 and SPI 101 with grades of “C” or better. Majors only.

STE- Surgical Technology

  
  • STE 100 - Fundamentals-Surgical Technology

    Credits: 6
    This course introduces the fundamental principles and practices of surgical technology, including an orientation to the profession and a review of legal and ethical issues. Topics about patient needs, special patient populations, the physical environment, and safety issues related to the surgical setting and biomedical sciences will also be discussed. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must have all necessary vaccinations, complete a background check and drug screen, and be accepted into the Surgical Technology program.Six credits.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 204, ENG 121, HPR 178, MAT 107, & PSY 235 all with grades of “C” or better.
    Corequisite(s): STE 101 & STE 105
  
  • STE 101 - Surgical Technology Skills Lab

    Credits: 4
    Introduces hands-on skills in a mock operating room environment. This training will include the pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative phases of surgery. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology program. Four credits.
    Corequisite(s): STE 100, STE 105, STE 110
  
  • STE 105 - Pharmacology-Surgical Tech

    Credits: 2
    This course discusses relevant knowledge as it pertains to surgical pharmacology theory, drugs, and aspects of anesthesia. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology program. Two credits.
    Corequisite(s): STE 100 & STE 101
  
  • STE 110 - Surgical Procedures I

    Credits: 3
    Reviews General, Obstetric/Gynocological and Urologic surgical procedures. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology program.Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): STE 105 with a grade of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): STE 101
  
  • STE 115 - Surgical Procedures II

    Credits: 3
    Reviews plastic, otorhinolaryngilogical, ophthalmologic and orthopedic surgical procedures. Differential tuition rates apply.Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology Program. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): STE 110 with a grade of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): STE 101
  
  • STE 120 - Surgical Procedures III

    Credits: 3
    Reviews cardiac, peripheral vascular, and neurologic surgical procedures. Includes a review of the instruments, equipment and supplies utilized during the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of these procedures. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology program. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): STE 101 and STE 115 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): STE 181, STE 182, and STE 183
  
  • STE 179 - Surgical Technical Seminar

    Credits: 2
    Allows Surgical Technology students to learn techniques helpful in passing the required national certification exam for surgical technology from the Association for Surgical Technologists. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology program. Two credits.
    Prerequisite(s): STE 120, STE 181, STE 182, and STE 183 with grades of “C” or better
  
  • STE 181 - Internship I

    Credits: variable credit, maximum of 6 credits
    Allows students to integrate theoretical concepts in a clinical surgical setting. Differential tuition rates apply.Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology program. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credits. Variable credit.
    Prerequisite(s): STE 115 with a grade of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): STE 120
  
  • STE 182 - Internship II

    Credits: variable credit, maximum of 6 credits
    Allows students to integrate advanced theoretical concepts in a clinical surgical setting. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be admitted into the Surgical Technology program. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credits. Variable credit.
    Prerequisite(s): STE 181 with a grade of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): STE 120
  
  • STE 183 - Internship III

    Credits: variable credit, maximum of 6 credits
    Allows students to integrate advanced theoretical concepts in a clinical surgical setting. Differential tuition rates apply. Students must be accepted into the Surgical Technology program. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credits. Variable credit.
    Prerequisite(s): STE 182 with a grade of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): STE 120

SWE- Swedish

  
  • SWE 101 - Conversational Swedish

    Credits: 3
    Introduces beginning students to conversational Swedish and focuses on understanding and speaking Swedish. Covers basic vocabulary, grammar, and expressions that are used in daily situations and in travel. Three credits.

THE- Theatre

  
  • THE 105 - Theatre Appreciation: GT-AH1

    Credits: 3
    Provides an opportunity to discover, analyze, and evaluate all aspects of the theatre experience: scripts, acting, directing, staging, history, criticism, and theory. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category. Three credits.
  
  • THE 111 - Acting I

    Credits: 3
    Covers basic acting techniques and approaches including scene study, improvisation, and script analysis. It includes practical application through classroom performance. Three credits.
  
  • THE 112 - Acting II

    Credits: 3
    Continues to explore basic acting techniques and approaches including scene study, improvisation, and intermediate script analysis. It includes practical application through classroom performance. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 111 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • THE 131 - Theatre Production I

    Credits: 3
    Allows students to put into practice theories of theatre production. Participation in set construction, scenic artistry, costuming, lighting, sound, acting, stage managing, and administration is available. Three credits.
  
  • THE 211 - Development of Theatre Greek-Reniassance [AH1]

    Credits: 3
    Surveys the history and development of theatrical practices from Ancient Greece to the Renaissance as well as non-western forms, emphasizing all aspects of performance from period values to analysis of dramatic literature and culture. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category. Three credits.
  
  • THE 212 - Development of Theatre Restoration to Modern [AH1]

    Credits: 3
    Surveys the history and development of theatrical practices from Restoration to the present as well as non-Western forms, emphasizing all aspects of performance from period values to analysis of dramatic literature and culture. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category. Three credits.
  
  • THE 275 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 to 3
    Explores current topics, issues and activities related to one or more aspects of the named discipline. One to three credits.
  
  • THE 285 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 3
    Emphasizes structured and guided, individualized study that is organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. One to three credits.

UPH- Upholstery

  
  • UPH 100 - Basic Upholstery Techniques

    Credits: 3
    Covers the upholstery industry: safety, familiarization with tools and materials, sewing, tacking, layout and pattern work. Differential tuition rates apply. Three credits.
  
  • UPH 101 - Auto Upholstery I

    Credits: 3
    Covers auto seat upholstery, including removal and replacement, teardown, correct use of materials, cutting and stretching. Differential tuition rates apply.Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): UPH 100 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • UPH 102 - Auto Upholstery II

    Credits: 3
    Continues UPH 101, emphasizing skill development. Carpet, trim, convertible tops, tonneau covers and convertible boots are course components. Differential tuition rates apply. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): UPH 101 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • UPH 103 - Auto Upholstery III

    Credits: 3
    Introduces repair and/or replacement of armrests, carpet, wind lace, door panels, headliner, convertible tops, tonneau covers and convertible boots. Differential tuition rates apply. Three credits.
    Prerequisite(s): UPH 102 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • UPH 275 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Provides students with vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. One to six credits.

WEL-Welding Technology

  
  • WEL 100 - Safety for Welders

    Credits: 1
    Covers the hazards of welding on health and safety. One credit.
  
  • WEL 101 - Allied Cutting Processes

    Credits: 4
    Covers setting up equipment and performing cutting and gouging operations utilizing the oxyacetylene, air carbon arc, exothermic, and plasma arc cutting processes. This course will also provide an introduction to blueprint reading. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 100 with a grade of “C” or better.  May be taken concurrently
  
  • WEL 103 - Basic Shielded Metal Arc I

    Credits: 4
    Covers Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) operation utilizing E-XX10 electrodes. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 101 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 110 - Advanced Shielded Metal Arc I

    Credits: 4
    Covers Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) operations utilizing a variety of electrodes and advanced joint designs. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 103 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 175 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Prerequisite(s): WEL 100. Zero to twelve credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 100 min grade C
  
  • WEL 176 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Zero to twelve credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 175 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 177 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Zero to twelve credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 176 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 201 - Gas Metal Arc Welding I

    Credits: 4
    Covers Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) operations on carbon steel utilizing various positions and joint designs. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 110 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 202 - Gas Metal Arc Welding II

    Credits: 4
    Covers Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) operations utilizing various base metals, positions, and joint designs. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 201 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 204 - Flux Cored Arc Welding II

    Credits: 4
    Covers Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW-G) operations utilizing gas-shielded wire in various positions and joint designs. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 202 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 224 - Adv Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    Credits: 4
    Covers Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) operations utilizing a variety of base metals and advanced joint designs.  Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 204 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 230 - Pipe Welding I

    Credits: 4
    Covers pipe welding operations utilizing the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process in a variety of positions on carbon steel. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 224 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 231 - Pipe Welding II

    Credits: 4
    Covers pipe welding operations utilizing various processes and positions. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 230 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 250 - Layout and Fabrication

    Credits: 4
    Develops welding and associated skills in metal fabrication. Four credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 231 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 275 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Zero to twelve credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 177 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 276 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Zero to twelve credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 275 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • WEL 277 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Zero to twelve credits.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL 276 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • WEL 289 - Capstone

    Credits: 4


    Demonstrates culmination of learning within a given program of study. Four credits.

     

     


    Prerequisite(s): WEL 100 and WEL 250


WST- Women and Gender Studies

  
  • WST 200 - Intro to Women and Gender Studies [SS3]

    Credits: 3
    Explores the interdisciplinary field of women’s studies. This course is an examination of the following topics: the historical basis of gender inequality; the history of social movements for gender equality and women’s studies; women’s achievements throughout history in various professional and academic fields; women’s social, economic, religious, health and political status in the U.S. and around the globe; gender relations; intersectionality; cultural, media and artistic representations of women. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Three credits.
 

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