Apr 18, 2024  
2017 - 2018 Catalog 
    
2017 - 2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED PUBLICATION]

Courses


 

Massage Therapy

  
  • MSTH 101 - Fundamentals in Massage Therapy

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    History and development of therapeutic massage. Includes medical terminology, ethics, hygiene, safety, and SOAP notes. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 161 and BIOL 163 or BIOL 251 and BIOL 252 and BIOL 253 and BIOL 254.
  
  • MSTH 102 - Foundation for Swedish Techniques

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Full-body Swedish massage. Massages performed on student clients. Includes anatomy, draping, body mechanics, indications and contraindications, and development of care/ treatment plan. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 161 and BIOL 163 or BIOL 251 and BIOL 252 and BIOL 253 and BIOL 254.
  
  • MSTH 103 - Muscle/Skeletal Anatomy and Palpation Skills

    2 lecture hours, 2 credit hours, 3 lab hours
    Comprehensive study of skeletal and muscular systems. Focuses on recognition and palpation of bony landmarks and on origins, insertions, actions, and palpation of muscles. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 161 and BIOL 163 or BIOL 251 and BIOL 252 and BIOL 253 and BIOL 254.
  
  • MSTH 104 - Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Therapy

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Study of basic human anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology with a focus on their relationship to massage therapy.  Covers medical anatomical terminology as well as anatomy and physiology for all of the body systems. Basic disease and the healing processes as they relate to massage therapy will be addressed as well. Prerequisite(s): MSTH 103.
     
  
  • MSTH 111 - Sports Massage

    1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Concepts and practice of sports massage. Includes pertinent anatomy and physiology, tissue response to stimulation, and application of sports massage techniques. Emphasizes major stress points and contraindications.
  
  • MSTH 112 - Deep Tissue Therapy

    1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Concepts and practice of neuromuscular/deep tissue therapy. Includes postural evaluation, tissue evaluation, and trigger point palpation; discusses nerve compression and entrapments, ischemia, and stages of rehabilitation. Prerequisite(s): MSTH 102 and MSTH 103.
  
  • MSTH 113 - Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Concepts and techniques of traditional Chinese medicine. Includes 12 meridians, yin and yang, chi energy, the five elements, shiatsu, and acupressure. Prerequisite(s): MSTH 104, MSTH 114, and MSTH 151.
  
  • MSTH 114 - Pathology for Massage Therapy

    2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, 2 credit hours
    Recognition of human diseases. Develops practical understanding of when bodywork is indicated. Includes infirmities to which bodywork should not be applied. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 161 and BIOL 163 or BIOL 251 and BIOL 252 and BIOL 253 and BIOL 254.
  
  • MSTH 115 - Business/Ethics/Law in Massage Therapy Practice

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Basic information necessary for massage practice. Discusses self-employment, target clientele, management, professional ethics, and business structure. Communicates state law relating to the practice of massage.
  
  • MSTH 120 - Topics for Special Populations

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Current issues in massage therapy. Topics include the abused client, infant and child massage, the physically and/or psychologically challenged client, reflexology, aromatherapy, healing touch, hydrotherapy, and the elderly client.
  
  • MSTH 151 - Massage Therapy Clinical I

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Application of massage techniques on public clientele. Setting appointments, professional appearance, draping techniques, and recordkeeping are included under instructor’s supervision. Prerequisite(s): MSTH 102 and MSTH 103.
  
  • MSTH 152 - Massage Therapy Clinical II

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Application of massage techniques on public clientele. Continuation of MSTH 151. Prerequisite(s): MSTH 151.
  
  • MSTH 153 - Massage Therapy Clinical III

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Application of massage techniques in community setting. Continuation of MSTH 152. Prerequisite(s): MSTH 152.

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 092 - Basic Mathematics

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Basic operations of integers and rational numbers; order of operations; factions; decimals; ratios and proportions; percentages; basic algebra concepts including linear equations; solving application problems. Prerequisite(s): Score of 20-45 on Accuplacer Elementary Alegbra placement exam.
  
  • MATH 098 - Algebra Foundations I

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Algebraic expressions, solving equations, solving inequalities, exponents, polynomials, graphs and equations of lines, functions and systems of linear equations. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 092 or MATH 113, or a score of 46-64 on Accuplacer Elementary Algebra placement exam, or an ACT mathematics score of 14-16.
  
  • MATH 099 - Algebra Foundations II

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Foundation of additional algebraic skills for students to gain understanding of algebra before taking an entry level college math course.  The major topics include polynomials and factoring, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, and solving and graphing with quadratics. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 098 or MATH 114, or score of 65-120 on the Accuplacer Elementary Algebra placement exam, or score of 20-44 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or score of 17-21 on the ACT.
  
  • MATH 113 - Algebra for Technology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Selected topics in algebra with emphasis on applications in various areas of technology. Prerequisite(s): Score of 20-45 on Accuplacer Elementary Algebra placement exam.  For students in technical programs.
  
  • MATH 114 - Geometry and Trigonometry for Technology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Selected topics in geometry and trigonometry with emphasis on applications in various areas of technology. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 092 or MATH 113, or a score of 46-64 on Accuplacer Elementary Algebra placement exam, or an ACT mathematics score of 14-16 . For students in technical programs.
  
  • MATH 120 - Contemporary Math

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 1103]
    Introduction to topics in contemporary mathematics. Topics may include the theory of finance, perspective and symmetry in art, formal Aristotelian logic, graph theory, probability and odds, statistics, elementary number theory, optimization, numeracy in the real world, and historical topics in mathematics that have influenced contemporary mathematics. (Topics will vary). Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 098 or MATH 114, or a score of 65-120 on the Accuplacer Elementary Algebra placement exam, or a score of 20-44 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or score of 19-21 on the ACT.
  
  • MATH 123 - Elementary Number Structure

    3 lecure hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Sets, logic, number systems, elementary number theory, real numbers, integers, rational numbers, basic algebra concepts, introduction to elementary probability and statistics, and computer literacy. Intended for students in Early Childhood and Elementary Education programs. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 099, or a score of 45-98 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or a score of 22 or higher on the ACT.
  
  • MATH 124 - Elementary Geometry

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Probability, statistics, and experimental geometry of 2- and 3-dimensional space: points, lines, planes, space, measurement, congruence, similarity, symmetry, parallelism, perpendicularity, perimeter area, volume and coordinate geometry. Intended for students in Early Childhood and Elementary Education programs. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 123, or a score of 45-98 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or a score of 22 on the ACT.  Intended for students in Early Childhood and Elementary Education programs. 
  
  • MATH 128 - Applied Algebra

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 1203]
    Emphasis on applications involving solving equations and inequalities, functions properties and graphs, and linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 099, or a score of 65-120 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or a score of 19 on the ACT.  MATH 128 may not be used as a prerequisite for MATH 221.
  
  • MATH 130 - College Algebra

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 1213] 
    In-depth treatment of solving equations and inequalities; function properties and graphs; inverse functions; linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions with applications; systems of equations. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 099 or MATH 128, or a score of 45-98 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or a score of 22 or higher on the ACT.
  
  • MATH 131 - Trigonometry

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 1223]
    Trigonometric functions and graphs; inverse trig functions; fundamental identities and angle formulas; solving equations and triangles with applications; polar coordinate system. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 130, or a score of 99-120 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or a score of  27 or higher on the ACT.  Student will not receive credit for both MATH 129 and MATH 131.
  
  • MATH 140 - Precalculus

    5 lecture hours, no lab hours, 5 credit hours
    Replaces MATH 130: College Algebra and MATH 131: Trigonometry as preparation for calculus.  Topics include quadratic equations, systems of linear equations, inequalities, functions, graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, complex numbers, theory of equations, trigonometric functions, graphs, solving triangles and equations, vectors, and polar coordinates.  This course is intended for calculus bound students.  Prerequisite(s): Score of 23 on the ACT or permission of department head.
  
  • MATH 151 - Finite Math

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 1313]
    Systems of linear equations, vectors, matrices, and matrix algebra; linear inequalities; counting techniques: permutations and combinations; probability; basic concepts in mathematics finance (annuities included); and an introduction to statistics. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 120, MATH 128, or MATH 130, or a score of 99-120 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or a score of 26 or higher on the ACT.
  
  • MATH 203 - Introductory Statistics

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 1303]
    Descriptive statistics; probability; discrete and continuous (including the binomial, normal, and T) distribution; sampling distributions; interval estimation; hypothesis testing; linear regression and correlation. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 120, MATH 128, or MATH 130.
  
  • MATH 220 - Applied Calculus

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 2103]I
    Introduction to differential and integral calculus with an emphasis on applications; designed primarily for business, economics, and social sciences. Topics include limits, the first and second derivative, the first and second derivative tests for relative extrema, exponential and logarithmic functions, the definite and indefinite integral, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Calculus will be used to solve real world applications. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 128, MATH 130, or MATH 203, or a score of 99-120 on the Accuplacer College Level Math placement exam, or a score of 26 or higher on the ACT.
  
  • MATH 221 - Calculus I

    5 lecture hours, no lab hours, 5 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 2115]
    Limits and continuity of functions; introduction of derivative; techniques of differentiation; Chain rule; implicit differentiation; differentiation of transcendental and inverse functions; applications of differentiation: concavity; relative extrema; maximum and minimum values of a function; optimization; antidifferentiation; definite integrals; Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; areas; applications of definite integrals; work and volume. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 131 or a score of 28 or higher on the ACT.
  
  • MATH 222 - Calculus II

    5 lecture hours, no lab hours, 5 credit hours
    [LCCN: CMAT 2125]
    Techniques of integration; applications of the integral; parametric equations, polar coordinates, sequences and infinite series. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 221.
  
  • MATH 223 - Calculus III

    3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 4 credit hours
    Topics covered include improper integrals, L’Hopital’s Rule, infinite series, analytic geometry, polar coordinates and parametric equations, three-dimensional space, vectors, and vector-valued functions. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 222.
  
  • MATH 265 - Differential Equations

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Ordinary differential equations; emphasis on solving differential equations. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in MATH 222.
  
  • MATH 285 - Linear Algebra

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Systems of linear equations, vector spaces, linear transformation, matrix algebra, with applications of linear algebra and computational considerations.   Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in Math 222.

Mechanical Drawing Apprentice

  
  • MECH 107 - Mechanical Drawing

    2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduces the apprentice to the graphic language from the basics of freehand sketching to multi-view and working drawings through the utilization of the various tools of the drafting trade. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • MECH 109 - Metallurgy

    2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, 2 credit hours
    Production of metals and alloys. Additional topics include heat-treatment, grain structure, and testing of metals. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.

Medical Laboratory Technician

  
  • MLTS 103 - Introduction to Medical Technology

    1 lecture hour, 2 credit hours, 2 lab hours
    Orientation to medical laboratory technology: laboratory organization, personnel, safety terminology, ethics, glassware, and equipment.
  
  • MLTS 104 - Introduction to Phlebotomy

    3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 4 credit hours
    Relates responsibilities of phlebotomist to health care delivery system. Includes procedures, professional and ethical conduct, verbal and written skills, stress management.
  
  • MLTS 105 - Structure and Function of the Body Systems

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Anatomy and physiology of body systems and anatomic terminology related to clinical laboratory and general pathologic conditions associated with body systems.
  
  • MLTS 151 - Phlebotomy Clinical Practicum

    No lecture hours, 18 lab hours, 6 credit hours
    Hands-on practice relating to procedures. Exposure to variety of patient-care settings, including in- and out-patient settings.
  
  • MLTS 207 - Hematology I

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Theory and skills required in proper collection of blood specimens. Morphologic study of human blood and routine hematology lab procedures. Emphasizes normal cells.
  
  • MLTS 208 - Hematology II

    2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Studies normal and abnormal blood cell morphology, correlation of lab results with hematological diseases, normal and abnormal hemostasis, and routine coagulation procedures. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 207.
  
  • MLTS 220 - Immunology and Serology

    3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 4 credit hours
    Basic immunology theory to include antigen-antibody relationships and routine serology procedures.
  
  • MLTS 230 - Practicum I

    No lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Clinical experience in the hospital laboratory setting. Phlebotomy covered. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 207.
  
  • MLTS 240 - Clinical Chemistry

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Theory, principles, and laboratory procedures used in the clinical chemistry laboratory. Includes physiology and pathology of major organ systems and correlation of laboratory results with disease states. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 141,  CHEM 143, and MLTS 103. Corequisite(s): MLTS 242.
  
  • MLTS 242 - Clinical Chemistry Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Laboratory to accompany MLTS 240: Chemical analysis of body fluids using manual methods and some basic instrumentation. Corequisite(s): MLTS 240.
  
  • MLTS 245 - Urinalysis

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Theory, basic principles, and laboratory procedures used in the examination of urine and body fluids. Includes correlation of test results to disease states.
  
  • MLTS 250 - Practicum II

    No lecture hours, 24 lab hours, 4 credit hours
    Clinical experience in the hospital laboratory setting. Hematology, coagulation, serology/ immunology covered.
  
  • MLTS 260 - Clinical Microbiology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Pathogenic microorganisms with emphasis on specimen collection, culture, isolation, staining and identification. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 and BIOL 212. Corequisite(s): MLTS 262.
  
  • MLTS 262 - Clinical Microbiology Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Specimen collection, quality control and procedures for isolation, identification, and differentiation of clinically significant microorganisms. Corequisite(s): MLTS 260.
  
  • MLTS 264 - Parasitology

    1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Study of common parasites found in man with emphasis on parasitic life cycles, specimen collection and preparation, and identification techniques. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 and BIOL 212.
  
  • MLTS 270 - Clinical Immunohematology

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Theory, principles and laboratory procedures of immunohematology. Topics include donor blood collection, blood component preparation and use, antigen-antibody reactions, blood groups, compatibility testing, and antibody studies. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 220.
  
  • MLTS 280 - Practicum III

    No lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Clinical experience in the hospital laboratory setting including urinalysis. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 245.
  
  • MLTS 282 - Practicum IV

    No lecture hours, 36 lab hours, 6 credit hours
    Clinical experience in chemistry, microbiology, and immunohemotalogy in hospital laboratory setting. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 240, MLST 242, MLST 260, MLST 262, and MLST 270.
  
  • MLTS 285 - Advanced Practicum

    No lecture hours, 40 lab hours, 6 credit hours
    Clinical experience in the hospital laboratory setting. Hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology/blood bank, and serology/immunology will be covered. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 208, MLST 220, MLST 240, MLTS 242, MLST 245, MLST 260, MLST 262, MLST 264, and MLST 270.
  
  • MLTS 290 - Seminar in Medical Technology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Application of the principles of medical technology to develop competency as entry level medical laboratory technician.

Military Science – Army ROTC

  
  • MILS 101 - Dynamics of Leadership

    2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, 2 credit hours
    Introduces the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership and communication. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions, attributes and core leader competencies while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 102 - Dynamics of Leadership II

    2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, 2 credit hours
    Leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. You will explore dimensions of leadership attributes and core leader competencies in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Explores the Army’s leadership philosophy and learn fundamental military concepts. Emphasis on Army leadership will provide the learner a better understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Prerequisite(s): MILS 101 and permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 201 - Applied Leadership

    2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, 2 credit hour
    Dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. Aspects of personal motivation and team building are practiced planning, executing and assessing team exercises. The focus continues to build on developing knowledge of the leadership attributes and core leader competencies through the understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties as well as broadening knowledge of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies will provide a tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos. Prerequisite(s): MILS 102 and permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 202 - Management Techniques

    2 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, 2 credit hours
    Challenges of leading teams in the complex operational environment. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army Leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Prerequisite(s): MILS 201 and permission of Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 203 - Leadership Laboratory

    No credit
    An extension of classroom work; affords the student the opportunity to apply military skills learned in the classroom in an outdoor environment. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.

Motor Vehicle Technology

  
  • MOVH 101 - Introduction to Motor Vehicle Technology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduction to the Automotive Service Industry. Includes a brief history of the automobile, professional automotive service careers, safety practices, environmental and health concerns, shop equipment and measuring tools, scientific principles and math calculations, vehicle service information, routine maintenance, basic engine operation and supporting engine sub-systems.
  
  • MOVH 103 - Tools and Equipment

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Tools, measuring instruments, and fastening devices. Includes proper and safe use of hand tools of all types.
  
  • MOVH 105 - Basic Engines

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Internal combustion engine including classification by cycle, cooling, number and arrangement of cylinders, valve arrangement, and fuel. Covers basic chemical and physical principles of internal combustion engine including combustion expansion of liquids and gases, change of state, work, energy, power, inertia, torque, and friction.
  
  • MOVH 106 - Basic Diesel Engines

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Principles, construction, and maintenance of diesel engines including a comparison of two and four-cycle engines. Emphasizes different types of fuel injection systems including a comparison of various types of diesel fuels.
  
  • MOVH 107 - Automotive Quick Service

    No lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Basic general automotive service inspection and maintenance on automobiles.
  
  • MOVH 109 - Automotive Gas Metal Arc Welding

    3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credit hours
    Fundamentals of Gas Metal Arc Welding (G.M.A.W.) process, plasma arc and oxyacetylene cutting. The use of various machines, cutting techniques, shop safety, and running weld beads in all positions on various thicknesses of steel plate.
  
  • MOVH 130 - Fundamentals of Electricity

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Simple automotive electrical systems. Includes electrical fundamentals, Ohm’s Law, circuit identification, electrical schematic diagrams, automotive wire repair, circuit testers and digital multi-meters, and circuit problem diagnosis on simple electrical accessories, starting and charging systems.
  
  • MOVH 153 - Automotive Machine Shop

    1 lecture hours, no lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Theory and principles of automotive machining operations. Emphasizes crankshaft grinding, cylinder boring and honing, valve grinding and lapping, valve guide reaming and knurling, cylinder head grinding, and other precision operations. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 155.
  
  • MOVH 154 - Brake Systems

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Basic automotive brake system skills. Includes disc and drum brake components; operation, diagnosis and service; and normal maintenance procedures. Corequisite(s): MOVH 156.
  
  • MOVH 155 - Automotive Machine Shop Lab

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Practical application of principles and theory of MOVH 153. “Live jobs” used for laboratory demonstrations and student projects. Corequisite(s): MOVH 153.
  
  • MOVH 156 - Brake Systems Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory component to accompany MOVH 154: Brake Systems. Basic automotive brake system skills. Includes disc and drum brake components; operation, diagnosis and service; and normal maintenance procedures. Corequisite(s): MOVH 154.
  
  • MOVH 160 - Auto Service Business Professionalism

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Workplace behavior skills. Students integrate soft skills within the framework of a formal business structure.  Interactive discussion topics and activities improve the students’ written and oral communication skills.  This course teaches realistic survival skills and motivates individuals toward improving their personal and professional performance.
  
  • MOVH 162 - Advanced Brake / Steering and Suspension Systems

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Variable electronic control of dynamic vehicle systems. Includes anti-lock brake systems, electronic stability control systems, variable assist steering systems and electronic control of the suspension system for height and ride control. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 130, MOVH 154, MOVH 156, MOVH 217, and MOVH 219. Corequisite(s): MOVH 164.
  
  • MOVH 164 - Advanced Brake / Steering and Suspension Systems Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Variable electronic control of dynamic vehicle systems. Includes anti-lock brake systems, electronic stability control systems, variable assist steering systems and electronic control of the suspension system for height and ride control. Laboratory component to accompany MOVH 162. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 130, MOVH 154, MOVH 156, MOVH 217, and MOVH 219. Corequisite(s): MOVH 162
  
  • MOVH 175 - Auto Painting Techniques

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Automotive painting including spray equipment, spray techniques, preparation of paint surface, masking, color matching, color shading, and advanced spray techniques.
  
  • MOVH 176 - Automotive Painting II

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Advanced automotive painting including high volume, pressure spray systems. Base coat, clear coat painting; tri-coat systems and spot repairs. Advance color matching and buffing techniques. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 175.
  
  • MOVH 180 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 181 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 182 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 183 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 184 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 185 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 186 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 9 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 187 - Motor Vehicle Technology Work Experience

    No lecture hours, 9 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Work experience in the automotive industry.
  
  • MOVH 206 - Engine Performance I: Components and Systems

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Computerized ignition, fuel system, and emission control skills. Students learn ignition and fuel system component function, circuit operation and testing, PCM input and output controls, basic operating systems, and scan tool usage. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101, MOVH 130, and MOVH 231. Corequisite(s): MOVH 208.
  
  • MOVH 208 - Engine Performance I: Components and Systems Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory component to accompany MOVH-206: Engine Performance I.  Computerized ignition, fuel system, and emission control skills. Students learn ignition and fuel system component function, circuit operation and testing, PCM input and output controls, basic operating systems, and scan tool usage. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101, MOVH 130, and MOVH 231. Corequisite(s): MOVH 206.
  
  • MOVH 211 - Engine Diagnosis and Repair

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Automotive engine diagnosis and repair skills. Students learn basic engine diagnostic tests, perform these tests and interpret the results, remove and replace an engine assembly, disassemble and reassemble major engine components, and measure components for wear. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101. Corequisite(s): MOVH 213.
  
  • MOVH 213 - Engine Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory component to accompany MOVH 211: Engine Diagnosis and Repair. Automotive engine diagnosis and repair skills. Students learn basic engine diagnostic tests, perform these tests and interpret the results, remove and replace an engine assembly, disassemble and reassemble major engine components, and measure components for wear. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101. Corequisite(s): MOVH 211.
  
  • MOVH 217 - Steering and Suspension Systems

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Basic automotive steering and suspension system skills. Includes tire and wheel service, steering and suspension system component service, and wheel alignment principles and corrections for various steering and handling complaints. Corequisite(s): MOVH 219.
  
  • MOVH 219 - Steering and Suspension Systems Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory component to accompany MOVH 217: Steering and Suspension Systems. Basic automotive steering and suspension system skills. Includes tire and wheel service, steering and suspension system component service, and wheel alignment principles and corrections for various steering and handling complaints. Corequisite(s): MOVH 217.
  
  • MOVH 224 - Collision Repair I

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Basic hand tools and special design tools for body and fender repair. Includes correct use of acetylene welding equipment and basic welding techniques for body and fender repair. Job estimating and basic repair procedures.
  
  • MOVH 226 - Collision Repair II

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Advanced metal working and welding techniques including shrinking techniques, leadfilling procedures, and metal strengthening. Covers procedures for installing and replacing body panels and for aligning doors, hoods, and panels according to manufacturers’ specifications. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 224.
  
  • MOVH 228 - Collision Repair III

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Advanced metal working and welding techniques. Covers procedures for repair and replacement of structural body panels. Measuring and pulling procedures for unibody, space-frame, and body-over frame vehicles will be demonstrated.
  
  • MOVH 231 - Advanced Electrical and Electronics

    3 lab hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Computer control of automotive electrical systems. Includes analog and digital inputs, computer processing, direct and indirect control of output relays, solenoids, motors and actuators. Participants use digital multi-meters and scan tools to test system operation and diagnose vehicle concerns. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101. Corequisite(s): MOVH 233.
  
  • MOVH 232 - Engine Performance II: Advanced Driveablity

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Advanced drivability skills. Students learn fuel injection diagnosis, testing and service; gasoline direct-injection principles; electronic throttle control; EGR, PCV, evaporative emission and exhaust system controls; OBD II operation and diagnosis using a scan tool, DMM and oscilloscope. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101, MOVH 130, MOVH 231, and MOVH 206. Corequisite(s): MOVH 234.
  
  • MOVH 233 - Advanced Electrical and Electronics Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory component to accompany MOVH 231. Computer control of automotive electrical systems. Includes analog and digital inputs, computer processing, direct and indirect control of output relays, solenoids, motors and actuators. Participants use digital multi-meters and scan tools to test system operation and diagnose vehicle concerns. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101 and MOVH 130. Corequisite(s): MOVH 231.
  
  • MOVH 234 - Engine Performance II Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory component to accompany MOVH 234. Advanced drivability skills. Students learn fuel injection diagnosis, testing and service; gasoline direct-injection principles; electronic throttle control; EGR, PCV, evaporative emission and exhaust system controls; OBD II operation and diagnosis using a scan tool, DMM and oscilloscope. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101, MOVH 130, MOVH 231, and MOVH 206. Corequisite(s): MOVH 232.
  
  • MOVH 240 - Manual Drivetrain and Axles

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Clutch, manual drivetrain, and axle skills. Students learn basic diagnostic tests, perform these tests, and interpret the results on clutch components, synchronizer assemblies, and shifter mechanisms; gear and bearing noises; drive axle shafts and cv-joints; transfer cases; and differentials. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101. Corequisite(s): MOVH 242.
  
  • MOVH 242 - Manual Drivetrain and Axles Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory component to accompany MOVH 240. Clutch, manual drivetrain and axle skills. Students learn basic diagnostic tests, perform these tests, and interpret the results on clutch components, synchronizer assemblies, and shifter mechanisms; gear and bearing noises; drive axle shafts and cv-joints; transfer cases, and differentials. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101 and 130. Corequisite(s): MOVH 240.
  
  • MOVH 244 - Automatic Transmissions

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    General automatic transmission/transaxle skills. Students learn theory of operation, hydraulic principles and torque convertor operation, planetary gear set operation, band/servo, one-way clutch and multiple disc clutch operation. Students check and adjust clutch pack clearance and endplay as well as use component application charts, a scan tool, DMM and pressure gauges to diagnose electronic transmission concerns. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 101, MOVH 130, and MOVH 231. Corequisite(s): MOVH 246.
 

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