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2021-22 Student Handbook and Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

As you read through the course descriptions, notice that each entry contains the course prefix and number, course title, a brief description of the course, prerequisite information, credit hour value, number of lecture and laboratory hours per week scheduled in a traditional 17-week semester, and the Program Classification System (PCS) code, described below. Note that some courses are assigned an IAI code. A description of the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) is also presented.

An official course syllabus for credit courses is available upon request.

Program Classification System (PCS) Coding

PCS codes indicate the degree or certificate for which courses will be accepted.

PCS 1.1 Baccalaureate/Transfer Courses
  Academic courses equivalent to lower-division baccalaureate study and are generally articulated for transfer to four-year universities.
   
PCS 1.2 Occupational/Technical Courses
  Technical and applied courses designed to meet the requirements for an occupational degree or certificate program. Although these courses are not generally designed for transfer, some may be articulated with universities and used to meet lower-division baccalaureate requirements.
   
PCS 1.3 Community Education Courses
  Non-credit courses.
   
PCS 1.4 Remedial/Developmental Courses
  Preparatory or developmental educational courses designed to develop basic skills in reading, writing, speaking, and mathematics of high school graduates or persons achieving the equivalency of a high school diploma. Course credit does not count toward the completion of the associate transfer degrees.
   
PCS 1.6 Vocational Skills
  Short-term vocational skills training or upgrading courses that are designed to be used toward the completion of a vocational skills credential. Vocational skills courses may be used toward occupational/career degree or certificate if the college determines that the content of the course meets the objectives required.
   
PCS 1.7 Adult Basic Education
  Courses designed to provide basic skills training up to the eighth grade equivalency level for non-high school graduates.
   
PCS 1.8 Adult Secondary Education
  Courses designed to provide basic skills training for the secondary equivalency level for non-high school graduates.
   
PCS 1.9 English As A Second Language
  Courses that include instruction in English for those students whose native language is not English. Courses are designed to include various levels of competencies based on proficiency and purpose.

Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) Coding

IAI codes for specific L&C courses that have been accepted by the IAI are listed in parentheses following the course title. For example, ENGL 131 First Year English I (IAI: C1 900). C1 900 refers to the IAI General Education Communications Writing Course Sequence I. This code is a common code used by participating institutions to refer to courses very similar to ENGL 131.

C = Communications which includes specific English and speech courses
M = Mathematics which includes specific math courses
P = Physical Sciences which includes specific chemistry, physical sciences, and physics courses
L = Life Sciences which includes specific biology courses
H = Humanities which includes specific foreign language, humanities, literature, and philosophy courses
F = Fine Arts which includes specific art, drama, and music courses
HF = Interdisciplinary which includes specific humanities courses
S = Social and Behavioral Sciences which includes specific anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology courses

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Training For Educators
  

  • EDTR 267 - Our Mississippi Educational Guide

    Discusses the Mississippi River as a vital natural resource and provides innovative and creative ways to teach fifth and sixth grade students about the river and its surrounding areas. Each workshop provides formal and nonformal educators with a comprehensive overview of Our Mississippi as well as practical, training in its implementation. Group discussion and hands-on practice will provide educators with the background information and experience they will need to integrate interdisciplinary Our Mississippi educational activities into their existing programs. Participants will receive the Our Mississippi Educational Activities guide and all materials needed during the workshop will be provided. Emphasis will also be placed on active, experiential, inquiry-based learning and real-world problem solving. The amount of credit awarded shall be one half credit hour. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 268 - Learner Centered Instruction

    Defines and presents active learning instructional strategies and discusses why active learning strategies are instructionally important to maximize student learning. Converging evidence from multiple research and practice sources indicates that listening to a classroom lecture is not an especially effective way to promote deep and lasting student learning. Commonly mentioned obstacles to using active learning instructional strategies will be discussed along with strategies to overcome these obstacles. Acknowledging that trying any new instructional approach entails some risk, faculty will learn how to use some low risk active learning instructional approaches as well as some high risk active learning instructional approaches. After the initial workshop, faculty will be challenged to engage in brief, low-risk and high-impact activities that students can complete before the follow-up workshop. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each time the student successfully completes the course up to a maximum of four credit hours. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 269 - Professional Learning Communities

    Introduces the fundamental concepts of a Professional Learning Community as an approach to continuously improve instruction and student performance. Evidence from schools as well as the research community points to these structures and practices as making an immediate improvement in student achievement. The structure starts with a group of teachers who meet regularly as a team to identify essential and valued student learning, develop common formative assessments, analyze current levels of student achievement, set achievement goals, and then share and create lessons and strategies to improve upon those levels. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 270 - Water Education for Teachers

    Increases educator knowledge about aquatic issues and education techniques through the instruction and use of an interdisciplinary educational resource guide. Each workshop provides formal and nonformal educators with access to and instruction of the Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) Curriculum. Group discussion, peer-teaching activities, and hands-on practice will provide educators with the tools to incorporate water education into their programs. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 271 - Stream Monitoring and Water Quality

    Provides students with the materials and knowledge to do a habitat and biological survey on a wadeable stream to assess water quality trends. Emphasis is placed on stream ecology and macroinvertebrate identification, as well as hands-on stream sampling, so participants will be competent to independently perform a RiverWatch/Stream Discovery survey. Participants will receive macroinvertebrate identification cards, a stream monitoring manual, and access to stream monitoring kits to be used in a stream survey. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 272 - Collaborate Essentials

    Focuses on understanding the functionality of Blackboard’s Collaborate Ultra. Includes hands-on experience using different tools, such as the Session Menu, Interactive Bar, and the Collaborate Panel. Students will learn to create sessions, manage chats, share files, set up small groups, and enact polls. Includes a live Collaborate session that provides real-time student/instructor interaction with the software. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 279 - Program-Level Assessment

    Introduction to the principles and practices of program assessment using a process model that is designed to ensure continuous program improvement. This process meets the requirements of the ICCB’s mandatory five-year Program Review as well as the College’s own commitment to ongoing assessment within the context of continuous improvement. The course emphasizes the concept of “action-looping” which involves applying the lessons learned through assessment to make improvements in the program. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each time the student successfully completes the course for a total of four hours. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 280 - HEV Technology Training

    Covers Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) safety, battery systems, internal combustion engines, drive systems, power electronics, and hybrid supporting systems. Course prepares students and/or practicing technicians for ASE L3 certification examination. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 286 - Infusing Humanities In Curriculum

    Provides ideas of how to potentially include/incorporate Diversity Council and Humanities programming in a course’s semester curriculum. Programs will vary each term. Group discussion and provided resources will enable faculty participants to create actual lesson plans and student assignments. This course is designed to be repeatable to allow faculty to study additional instructional opportunities within the Humanities. Topics will vary each semester. The course may be repeated three times for a maximum of two credit hours. The amount of credit awarded shall be one half credit hour. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 287 - Improv For Educators

    Teaches Spolin-style improvisational theater fundamentals, activities, and techniques for use by higher education instructors. Students will use improv and theater games to develop effective communication skills, efficacy, mindfulness, classroom management skills, and reflexive teaching skills. Students will also learn improvisational theater activities for use in their own classrooms to help college students improve creativity, personal accountability, concentration, organizational skills, verbal and nonverbal communication skills, comprehension and listening skills. Improv techniques will emphasize student engagement and differentiated instruction and appeal to multiple intelligences and learning styles. Pass/Fail grades will be given. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDTR 290 - Tutor Training

    Introduces tutors to the role and methods of effective tutoring. They will learn to establish goals and objectives, implement a tutorial plan, apply effective learning skills, develop effective communication and listening skills, and foster critical thinking. In addition, they will develop an understanding of the educational resources available to them. This course focuses on tutoring principles found universal to effective tutoring across different disciplines and settings. Because these principles are flexible, each tutor will be applying them in practice to his or her own discipline, exploring and adapting strategies as they suit specific tutoring situations. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)

Education
  

  • EDUC 230 - Education Observation Lab

    Provides students the opportunity to complete 25 pre-professional field-experience hours required by the Greenville College Teacher Education dual admission program. Students will be assigned to observe a classroom teacher to complete the field-experience hours in selected schools and classrooms. Students will be required to document their classroom experiences. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 231 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0.5 hours lecture, 1 hour lab - 25 hours observation)
  

  • EDUC 231 - American Education

    Note: students must have a favorable background check during the first two weeks of class as it is required for placement in all Illinois schools. Introduces education through consideration of the history and philosophy of American education and expectations and beliefs society and individuals hold for it today. Introduces trends and issues in curriculum, instruction, school organizations, teacher-learner processes, and careers in education. Fifteen hours of field experience required. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 132 or concurrent enrollment; concurrent enrollment in EDUC 230 recommended.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDUC 232 - Introduction To Special Education

    Surveys the historical, philosophical, and legal foundations of special education. Topics include characteristics of learners with special needs and the programs that serve them under various laws, especially the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Emphasizes identification of students with exceptionalities and appropriate accommodations and modifications useful for educational planning in both regular and special education settings. Thirty hours of field experience required. Prerequisite(s): C or better in EDUC 231; concurrent enrollment in EDUC 233 recommended.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDUC 233 - Diversity in Today’s Schools

    Explores the cultural issues that impact the learning environment and student achievement. Students will engage in topics on prejudice, implicit biases, assumptions, systemic racism, sexism, and classism that contribute to systemic inequities and achievement gaps that exist in schools today. Through an understanding of social justice, students will acquire the dispositions, cultural knowledge, and competencies to adapt curricular and instructional skills for culturally responsive classroom practices. Students will search for effective strategies to improve learning for all students in a culturally diverse population. Students will reflect on case studies and discuss ways to make education more equitable while maintaining the integrity of individual differences. Students spend 40 hours assisting in a classroom that serves a high minority of diverse populations. Prerequisite(s): Cumulative GPA of 2.5 required and C or better in EDUC 231; concurrent enrollment in EDUC 232 recommended.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDUC 235 - Differentiated Instruction

    Introductory course on foundations of instructional planning for differentiated instruction. Includes research on instructional methods appropriate for a diverse and inclusive classroom. Prerequisite(s): C or better in EDUC 231; concurrent enrollment in EDUC 233 recommended.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDUC 236 - Language Development & Acquisition

    Focuses on the developmental milestones and theory of communication development from birth through school age for typically developing children and children with disabilities. Emphasizes the identification and characteristics of developmental and acquired communication disorders. The course will also develop an understanding of the effects of cultural and linguistic diversity on language development. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 131 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • EDUC 241 - Educational Psychology

    Examines psychological concepts and principles as applied to classroom learning environments. Emphasizes cognitive, social, ethical, physical, and emotional factors related to learning. Introduces the application of theory and research to the classroom setting. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131, or any 200-level PSYC course, or permission of instructor.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lecture)

Electronics
  

  • ELTN 131 - Fundamentals Of Electricity

    Covers electricity, including voltage, current, resistance, series and parallel circuits, power, magnetism, inductance and capacitance. Study of circuits containing passive elements such as resistors, capacitors, inductors and transformers. Includes AC and DC fundamentals. Prerequisite(s): MATH 112 or MATH 12B or placement by exam.
    (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
  

  • ELTN 180 - Communications Cabling

    Introduces students to electrical characteristics, installation, termination, and testing of wires and cables commonly encountered in a technical environment. Emphasizes safety when working with electricity and fundamental principles of electricity. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Emergency Medical Technician
  

  • EMT 120 - Emergency Medical Technician

    Studies medical, legal, and ethical issues; basic anatomy and physiology; patient assessment; and treatment of medical and trauma emergencies. Also includes ambulance operations and basic hazardous materials awareness. Successful completion qualifies the student to challenge the state or national examination for licensure as “Emergency Medical Technician.” Note: to take the state or national exam, individuals are required to possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Prerequisite(s): Health Care Provider CPR card from either American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, and FIRE 135 (or concurrent enrollment), FIRE 139 (or concurrent enrollment), and must be concurrently enrolled or demonstrate successful completion of required National Incident Management System (NIMS) online classes, or permission of program coordinator.
    (PCS 1.2, 7 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 6 hours lab)
  

  • EMT 120A - Emergency Medical Technician

    Studies medical, legal, and ethical issues; basic anatomy and physiology; patient assessment; and treatment of medical and trauma emergencies. Also includes ambulance operations and basic hazardous materials awareness. Successful completion qualifies the student to challenge the state or national examination for licensure as “Emergency Medical Technician.” Note: to take the state or national exam, individuals are required to possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Prerequisite(s): Health Care Provider CPR card from either American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, and FIRE 135 (or concurrent enrollment), FIRE 139 (or concurrent enrollment), and must be concurrently enrolled or demonstrate successful completion of required National Incident Management System (NIMS) online classes, or permission of program coordinator.
    (PCS 1.2, 7 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 6 hours lab)

English
  

  • ENGL 031 - First-Year English I Support

    Introduces reading and writing skills necessary for the successful completion of ENGL 131 and other college courses. Emphasizes writing skills to give students experience using the writing process with focus, elaboration, and organization, as well as organizing materials and thoughts in written summaries and oral presentations. Illustrates steps readers can take before, during, and after reading to increase comprehension and retention. Pass/Fail grades will be given. This course may be repeated one time for a maximum of six credit hours. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENGL 131.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 037 - Technical Writing Support

    Supports students in practicing the reading and writing skills needed for successful business writing. The reading focus will be on pre-reading, reading for meaning, and evaluating progress. The writing focus will be on the writing process with a special emphasis on organization, elaboration, and revision. Pass/Fail grades will be given. This course may be repeated one time for a maximum of six credit hours. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENGL 137.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 108 - Basic Language Skills I

    Introduces writing skills to give students experience using the writing process with focus, elaboration, and organization. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 109 - Basic Language Skills II

    Helps students to improve their abilities to write clear, grammatically correct sentences. Designed for students who need a thorough review of English grammar and syntax. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 120 - Basic English

    Provides an extensive review of the basics of English grammar and mechanics with an emphasis on developing basic sentence skills in paragraphs. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 125 - Basic Writing

    Reviews standard American English grammar and the use of main ideas and specific details in paragraph development. Prerequisite(s): C or better in ENGL 120 or placement by exam.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 131 - First-Year English I

    (IAI: C1 900)
    Focuses on the process of creating clear, concise, and carefully edited expository essays and summaries. Explores the rules of grammar, mechanics, and punctuation and introduces MLA format, writing using sources, and critical thinking. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam or grade of C or better in ENGL 125.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 132 - First-Year English II

    (IAI: C1 901R)
    Offers continued practice in improving writing style and processes, utilizing analytical reading of primary and secondary sources. While practicing how to incorporate sources into compositions for an academic audience, students learn about various research techniques and the consequences of plagiarism. Finally, students learn the mechanics of academic style and research paper layout and format. Prerequisite(s): C or better in ENGL 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 137 - Technical Writing

    Applies the principles of Standard English to business writing and presentations. While completing written assignments, students become proficient in organizing and composing business letters, memorandums, reports, and electronic correspondence with an emphasis on clarity, conciseness, and accuracy of expression. The course also includes an overview of oral, interpersonal, and intercultural business communication. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam or grade of C or better in ENGL 125.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 261 - Creative Writing I

    Improves students’ skills as readers and writers of fiction. Stories by established writers (and works produced by the students) will be discussed. During these discussions, the class will explore the craft of writing in order to better understand what makes a story work, and to increase awareness of the possibilities for the students’ own writing. Emphasis will be placed on writing practice and the development of a critical/literary vocabulary. Prerequisite(s): C or better in ENGL 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • ENGL 262 - Creative Writing II

    Improves students’ skills as readers and writers of poetry through discussion of poems written by established writers and students. During these discussions, the class will explore the craft of writing in order to better understand what makes a poem work and to increase awareness of the possibilities for the students’ own compositions. Emphasis will be placed on writing practice and the development of a critical/literary vocabulary. Prerequisite(s): C or better in ENGL 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Engineering Technology
  

  • ENGR 101 - Engineering Orientation

    Presents an introduction to methodologies of engineering problem solving and design. Engineering education and strategies for academic success are explored. Engineering disciplines and the role of the engineer in industry and society are discussed. Analytical tools employed in engineering analysis, design, and fabrication are reviewed. Written and verbal communication skills relevant to engineering are addressed with an emphasis on effective data presentation. Prerequisite(s): MATH 171 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)

Fire Science
  

  • FIRE 100 - Emergency Response Rookie School

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Student will be introduced to the emergency response organization within the industrial setting and the concepts of incident command at an emergency scene. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial emergency response team.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 110 - Fire Crew Rookie School

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Includes fire behavior, extinguishing agents, apparatus, equipment, hose handling techniques and live fire exercises. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each time the student successfully completes the course. The maximum number of credits that will apply to electives in the fire science certificate program shall be four credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial fire brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 120 - Basic Fire Apparatus Operator

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Students will learn about pumping apparatus and basic principles of water as they relate to firefighting practices. Basic hydraulic principles of moving water through various types of pumping apparatus will be covered. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial fire brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 130 - Principles of Emergency Services

    Introduces fire protection and emergency services career opportunities, culture and history of emergency services, fire loss analysis, organization of public and private fire protection, fire service nomenclature, and life safety initiatives. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 131 - Fire Service Vehicle Operator

    Provides emergency vehicle operators with a basic awareness of the requirements to operate emergency vehicles. For students affiliated with an Illinois fire department, successful completion of the course qualifies the student to take the certification exam for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification at the fire service vehicle operator level. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 131A - Fire Service Vehicle Operator

    Provides emergency vehicle operators with a basic awareness of the requirements to operate emergency vehicles. For students affiliated with an Illinois fire department, successful completion of the course qualifies the student to take the certification exam for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification at the fire service vehicle operator level. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 132 - Fire Service Safety & Survival

    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. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 135 - Technical Rescue Awareness

    Provides first-due emergency responders a basic awareness of requirements and hazards at technical rescue incidents. Successful completion qualifies the student to take the test for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification at the technical rescue awareness level. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 135A - Technical Rescue Awareness

    Provides first-due emergency responders a basic awareness of requirements and hazards at technical rescue incidents. Successful completion qualifies the student to take the test for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification at the technical rescue awareness level. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 139 - Hazardous Materials Awareness

    Introduces emergency response personnel to the growing problem of hazardous materials emergencies. Emphasis is put on product identification and notification of the proper agencies for incident mitigation. Successful completion of the course qualifies the student, affiliated with an Illinois fire department to challenge the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification test as “Hazardous Materials-First Responder Awareness.” Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 139A - Hazardous Materials Awareness

    Introduces emergency response personnel to the growing problem of hazardous materials emergencies. Emphasis is put on product identification and notification of the proper agencies for incident mitigation. Successful completion of the course qualifies the student, affiliated with an Illinois fire department to challenge the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification test as “Hazardous Materials-First Responder Awareness.” Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 142 - Basic Firefighter: Module A

    Fulfills one of ten requirements towards certification as a basic firefighter through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Includes instruction on orientation and organization, fire behavior, building construction, safety, communications, self-contained breathing apparatus, extinguishers, and ropes and knots. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in FIRE 173 and FIRE 183.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 143 - Hazardous Materials Operations

    Introduces firefighting personnel to the growing problem of hazardous materials emergencies. Identifies the capabilities and limitations of the conventional fire department in handling hazardous materials emergencies. Successful completion of this course qualifies the student to challenge the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification test as “Hazardous Materials-First Responder Operations” provided other prerequisites are met. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 143A - Hazardous Materials Operations

    Introduces firefighting personnel to the growing problem of hazardous materials emergencies. Identifies the capabilities and limitations of the conventional fire department in handling hazardous materials emergencies. Successful completion of this course qualifies the student to challenge the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification test as “Hazardous Materials-First Responder Operations” provided other prerequisites are met. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 152 - Fire Protection Systems

    Focuses on fire protection systems and how they operate. Emphasis is placed on automatic sprinkler systems, special extinguisher systems, standpipes, fire extinguishers, detection and alarm systems. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 157 - Fire Prevention Principles

    Provides fundamental knowledge of fire prevention bureau activities. Emphasizes the application of codes and standards, plan review, and life safety building inspections. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 157A - Fire Prevention Principles

    Provides fundamental knowledge of fire prevention bureau activities. Emphasizes the application of codes and standards, plan review, and life safety building inspections. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 160 - Industrial Tactics & Strategy

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Students will learn how to develop tactics and strategies into preplans of various industrial units. Establishment of tactical and strategic priorities will be discussed. Students will get hands-on experience in deploying various large volume devices in order to accomplish initial strategic objectives. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial fire brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 160A - Industrial Tactics & Strategy

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Students will learn how to develop tactics and strategies into preplans of various industrial units. Establishment of tactical and strategic priorities will be discussed. Students will get hands-on experience in deploying various large volume devices in order to accomplish initial strategic objectives. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial fire brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 172 - Fire Service Building Construction

    Provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. Introduces elements of construction and design of structures as key factors when inspecting buildings and preplanning fire operations for emergencies. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 173 - Basic Firefighter: Module B

    Fulfills one of ten requirements towards certification as a basic firefighter through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Includes instruction on ladders, hose and appliances, nozzles and streams, water supply, forcible entry, and ventilation. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in FIRE 142 and FIRE 183.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 174 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

    Explores theories and fundamentals of how fires are started, spread, and controlled. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 183 - Basic Firefighter: Module C

    Fulfills one of ten requirements towards certification as a basic firefighter through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Includes instruction on search and rescue, fire control, loss control, protecting evidence, fire detection, alarm and suppression systems, prevention, public education, wildland, ground cover fires, and firefighter survival. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in FIRE 142 and FIRE 173.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 190 - Basic Emergency Medical Treatment

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Students will learn basic life support procedures including cardiopulmonary resuscitation and basic first-aid. Basic rescue techniques will also be reviewed. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial firefighting brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 201 - Basic Fire Attack Principles

    Designed for firefighters seeking to advance their basic fire attack skills through “live-fire” training evolutions. Emphasis is placed on hose handling skills, forcible entry, search and rescue techniques, ventilation, self-contained breathing apparatus, stream development and extinguishment principles. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Certified Firefighter II or FIRE 183 or permission of coordinator.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 232 - Advanced Firefighter

    Fulfills one of six requirements towards certification as an advanced firefighter technician through the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Includes instruction on the following topics: organization, fire behavior, building construction, safety, communications, ladders, fire hose, water supply, and tools and equipment. Prerequisite(s): Completion of OSFM Firefighter Basic Certification or permission of instructor.
    (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 237 - Fire Instructor I

    Designed to meet the needs of those individuals who wish to expand their knowledge in the area of instructing other individuals. Structured to provide basic information about human relations in the teaching-learning environment, methods of teaching and proper method of writing lesson plans. Satisfies requirements for Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM) certification as “Instructor I” and partial requirements for Illinois certification as a “Fire Officer I”. Prerequisite(s): FIRE 183.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 237A - Fire Instructor I

    Designed to meet the needs of those individuals who wish to expand their knowledge in the area of instructing other individuals. Structured to provide basic information about human relations in the teaching-learning environment, methods of teaching and proper method of writing lesson plans. Satisfies requirements for Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM) certification as “Instructor I” and partial requirements for Illinois certification as a “Fire Officer I”. Prerequisite(s): FIRE 183.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 242 - Fire And Arson Investigation I

    Provides fundamentals and technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretation including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of the fire setter, and types of fire causes. Prerequisite(s): FIRE 142, FIRE 173, and FIRE 183 or permission of the instructor.
    (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 245 - Fire Protection Water Supply

    Provides understanding of the use of water in fire protection and application of hydraulic principles for water supply demands in firefighting. Course satisfies partial requirements for certification as an Apparatus Engineer from the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 245A - Fire Protection Water Supply

    Provides understanding of the use of water in fire protection and application of hydraulic principles for water supply demands in firefighting. Course satisfies partial requirements for certification as an Apparatus Engineer from the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 248 - Company Fire Officer

    Acquaints students with the role of the company officer and introduces human resource management, community and government relations, administration, inspection and investigations, emergency service delivery, and health and safety. Course satisfies Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Office of the State Fire Marshal Company Fire Officer certification. Prerequisite(s): OSFM Firefighter III/Advanced Firefighter and Fire Service Instructor I.
    (PCS 1.2, 8 credit hours - 8 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 250 - Firefighter Safety And Survival

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Students will learn those skills and practices designed to insure their own safety and ability to rescue each other in emergency situations. Portable fire extinguisher training will also be included. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial fire brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 252 - Fire And Arson Investigation II

    Provides basic principles, techniques, and skills for fire and arson investigators. Examples of subjects covered in this course are fire scene investigative techniques, legal aspects of fire investigations, principles of interviewing and interrogation and the investigation of fire fatalities. Designed for fire service and law enforcement personnel. Prerequisite(s): FIRE 242.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 260 - Industrial Water Supply Systems

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Students will learn about water distribution systems typical to a large industrial complex, as related to fire fighting capabilities. Students will also be exposed to aerial operations and the water requirements common to large scale fire attack. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial fire brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 270 - Advanced Apparatus Operator

    Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Studies advanced skills in calculating available water supply and utilizing alternative means of supplying water at a fire scene. In-depth training in producing and maintaining multiple size and types of fire streams simultaneously. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply as elective credit shall be two credits. Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of an industrial fire brigade.
    (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 278 - Fire Instructor II

    Expands student knowledge of how to instruct others. Presents a more in-depth look at the teaching-learning environment, methods of teaching and methods of writing lesson plans. Satisfies partial requirements for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification as “Instructor II” and Fire Officer II. Prerequisite(s): FIRE 237.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FIRE 278A - Fire Instructor II

    Expands student knowledge of how to instruct others. Presents a more in-depth look at the teaching-learning environment, methods of teaching and methods of writing lesson plans. Satisfies partial requirements for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification as “Instructor II” and Fire Officer II. Prerequisite(s): FIRE 237.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

French
  

  • FREN 130 - Conversational French

    Introduces the basics of French language and emphasizes speaking and listening skills. Provides basic conversational patterns and grammar. Includes elements of French culture. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FREN 131 - Elementary French I

    Covers French grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FREN 132 - Elementary French II

    Expands the grammar, conversation, comprehension, writing, and speaking skills introduced in FREN 131. Additional aspects of francophone culture, history, and geography will be covered as well. Prerequisite(s): FREN 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FREN 231 - Intermediate French I

    Reviews the essentials of French grammar, extending understanding. Includes readings from short, literary works. Stresses proficiency of conversation, complex sentence structure, comprehension, and writing. Prerequisite(s): FREN 132.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • FREN 232 - Intermediate French II

    (IAI: H1 900)
    Builds on and increases skills developed in previous French courses. Focus is on reading, class discussion, and composition using grammatically correct structure. Additional aspects of francophone culture, history, and geography will be covered. Prerequisite(s): FREN 231.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

GED (Adult Education)
  

  • GED 101 - Adult Basic Education

    Develops the reading, writing, math, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required by adults in their roles as citizens, members of communities, parents, family members, and employees. Placement by TABE: Reading level 0 - 3.9. This course is a variable credit course. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5-16 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.7, 0.5-16 credit hours - 0.5-16 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • GED 102 - Pre-GED Instruction

    Develops the reading, writing, math, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required by adults in their roles as citizens, members of communities, parents, family members, and employees. This course is a variable credit course. Placement by TABE: reading level 4.0-8.9. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5-16 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.7, 0.5-16 credit hours - 0.5-16 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • GED 103 - GED Test Preparation

    Develops the reading, writing, math, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required by adults in their roles as citizens, members of communities, parents, family members, and employees. This course is a variable credit course. Placement by TABE: 9.0 and above. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5-16 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.8, 0.5-16 credit hours - 0.5-16 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Geography
  

  • GEOG 132 - Geography By World Regions

    (IAI: S4 906)
    Studies physical and human attributes of geography related to regions of the world including environmental, cultural, historical, economic, political, and population geography. Regions studied include the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Study includes place-names and the region concept. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • GEOG 205 - Human Geography

    (IAI: S4 900N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement)
    Introduces the basic concepts of human geography. Students will examine the causes and consequences behind the uneven distribution of human activity in the present-day world. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

German
  

  • GERM 130 - Conversation German

    Introduces the basics of German language and emphasizes speaking and listening skills. Provides basic conversational patterns and grammar. Includes elements of German culture. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • GERM 131 - Elementary German I

    Covers German grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • GERM 132 - Elementary German II

    Covers German grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition. Prerequisite(s): GERM 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • GERM 231 - Intermediate German I

    Reviews essentials of German grammar; extending understanding. Includes readings from short literary works. Stresses fluency of conversation and correct pronunciation and writing a short composition. Prerequisite(s): GERM 132.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • GERM 232 - Intermediate German II

    (IAI: H1 900)
    Builds on and increases the skills developed in GERM 231. Focuses on writing a one-page composition, presenting a position in discussion, and reading and discussing short literary works and novels. Prerequisite(s): GERM 231.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Hazardous Materials
  

  • HAZM 101 - Hazmat

    Provides an overview of the transportation of hazardous materials in the trucking industry. It will provide the student information on the communication rules, loading and unloading, driving, parking, and emergencies dealing with hazardous materials. Prerequisite(s): C or better in TRUC 101or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)

Health Education
  

  • HEED 131 - First Aid

    Offers standard first aid and personal safety Red Cross course with basic life-support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Students completing the course receive a Red Cross or American Heart Association first aid card and a Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR card. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • HEED 133 - Personal & Community Health

    Provides scientific health information essential for meeting the needs of daily living, including professional, parent and community responsibilities. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Hospitality
  

  • HIM 149 - Food Service Sanitation Review

    Reviews the importance of sanitation in relation to food preparation. Topics emphasized are safe food environments, pest control, and local, state and federal codes. Please note: textbook is required on the first day of class. Prerequisite(s): Food Service Certificate.
    (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Health Information and Medical Coding
  

  • HIMC 130 - Introduction to Health Information

    Introduces the field of health information management and technology. Presents the healthcare delivery system, medical records format and content, various filing systems, the environment where the information is gathered, by whom the information is used, and the technology behind health information systems. Provides instruction in retention policies and procedures, documentation, confidentiality issues, and legal and regulatory aspects of the medical record. Explores career areas and opportunities related to health information management and medical coding. Prerequisite(s): C or better in READ 125 and ENGL 125 or qualify by placement test.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • HIMC 250 - Medical Coding Exam Review

    Provides preparation for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) credentialing exam through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Includes content review of health information and medical coding courses with emphasis on test-taking strategies and study techniques. Prerequisite(s): Permission of coordinator.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • HIMC 260 - Health Information/Coding Externship

    Provides the student with a work-based learning experience that utilizes skills learned in program coursework and provides the application of those skills in a physician’s office, billing service, or other ambulatory setting. Students work 10 hours per week and meet with the instructor one hour per week. Prerequisite(s): C or better in all first through second semester courses, C or better or co-enrollment in HIMC 250 and permission of coordinator.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab)
  

  • HIMC 270 - Medical Billing and Coding

    Introduces International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision (ICD-10), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) medical coding. Provides instruction in abstracting information from medical reports and records. Includes coding guidelines to optimize physician payment. Prerequisite(s): C or better in MEDA 120 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • HIMC 271 - Advanced Billing & Coding

    Continues International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision (ICD-10), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) medical coding. Provides further experience in abstracting information from medical reports and records. Includes coding guidelines to optimize physician payment. Prerequisite(s): C or better in HIMC 270.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)

History
  

  • HIST 131 - Western Civilization I

    (IAI: S2 902)
    Explores the emergence of leading political, economic, social and cultural processes that characterize modern Western Civilization beginning with ancient civilizations and ending with the seventeenth century. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • HIST 132 - Western Civilization II

    (IAI: S2 903)
    Beginning in the year 1500, emphasizes the impact of the scientific revolution on modern processes, leading social, political, cultural, and intellectual developments of the 19th century, and culminates with historical problems of the twentieth century. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • HIST 135 - World History I

    (IAI: S2 912N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement)
    Surveys world history from prehistory and the birth (B.C.E. 3500) of civilizations ranging from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Persia, and India, to China, to the age of exploration (C.E. 1500). Theologies and moral codes are compared. High and popular cultures, the history of ideas and social history are examined. The historical method is emphasized. Biographies of great individuals are included. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • HIST 136 - World History II

    (IAI: S2 913N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement)
    Surveys world history from the age of exploration to the 1920’s. Focuses on the interactions of civilizations, beginning with exploration, and including trade, world markets, the impact of science, technology, and wars. Included is the migration of peoples. Intellectual and cultural history encompasses the interaction and importance of ideas, especially religious ideas and self-expression or art. A comparative method establishes cultural, political, and social patterns. Social and economic history traces social classes and strata. Privilege and gender issues are discussed. . Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
 

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