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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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Psychology
  

  • PSYC 131 - General Psychology

    (IAI: S6 900)
    Introduces psychology as the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Addresses the concepts and principles of psychology emphasizing the interaction of biological, sociocultural, and cognitive perspectives. Students explore the key figures, diverse theories, and research findings that have shaped the field of psychology. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 132 - Psychology Of Personal Effectiveness

    Spring Semester Odd Years Only
    Emphasizes the principles of effective human behavior as they relate to dealing with the adjustment demands of everyday life. Includes critical thinking and problem solving skills; the dynamics of stress and coping; interpersonal relationships including ethnic, racial, and gender issues; communication; and approaches to personal growth.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 200 - Conflict Mediation

    Provides an interdisciplinary overview of the processes involved in conflict mediation and hands-on activities of various techniques of conflict mediation with a special emphasis on the principles of the Harvard Program on Negotiation. Students will be expected to participate in role-playing scenarios on various types of conflicts from various disciplinary perspectives. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 232 - Human Development

    (IAI: S6 902)
    Studies human development from conception to death. Includes the developmental stages and theories, research methods, and the primary areas of development (physical, cognitive, social and emotional). Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 233 - Child Psychology

    (IAI: S6 903)
    Examines theories of child development, research methodology, and typical/atypical development of children. Emphasizes physical, cognitive, social and emotional development of children through adolescence. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 235 - Personality Psychology

    Explores classic and modern approaches to the study of personality. Introduces mechanisms of psychopathology and psychotherapeutic intervention. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 243 - Adolescent Psychology

    (IAI: S6 904)
    Studies the development of the adolescent from biological, sociocultural, and psychological perspectives. Emphasizes changes in cognition, development of moral reasoning, identity formation, peer relations, family socialization, sexuality, career exploration, and adolescent adjustment problems such as delinquency, eating disorders, and substance abuse. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 253 - Adult Development And Aging

    (IAI: S6 905)
    Introduces the changes that occur from early adulthood through old age. Topics include career choice and development, mate selection and marriage, conventional and nonconventional families, theories of adult personality development, mid- and late-life transitions, aging, dying, death, and bereavement. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 260 - Social Psychology

    (IAI: S8 900)
    Provides a psychological exploration of the factors that influence individual and group behavior. Examines the self in society, belief formation and perpetuation, relationship between attitudes and behaviors, conformity and influence, aggression and conflict, power, persuasion, prejudice, attraction, and altruism. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • PSYC 270 - Abnormal Psychology

    (IAI Major: PSY 905)
    Examines the theory, etiology, classification, and treatment of psychological disorders. Emphasis is given to examining behavior from biological, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental perspectives. Topics include mood disorders, schizophrenic disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, substance related disorders and sexual disorders. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Reading
  

  • READ 106 - Reading Fundamentals

    Expands word recognition skills, develops vocabulary skills and teaches basic comprehension skills. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • READ 107 - Reading Comprehension

    Develops reading comprehension and critical thinking skills and improves reading rate and vocabulary. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • READ 108 - Introduction To College Reading

    Develops reading and listening skills needed for college studies. Emphasizes improvement of vocabulary and comprehension skills, development of flexibility in the rate of reading and improvement in study skills. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • READ 120 - Reading

    Emphasizes reading techniques and an application of these techniques to a variety of texts. Focuses also on communication skills such as public speaking, listening, and working in a group. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • READ 125 - College Reading

    Develops the reading skills necessary for the successful completion of college courses. Emphasizes steps readers can take before, during, and after reading to increase comprehension and retention. Focuses on how to organize materials and thoughts in written summaries and oral presentations. Prerequisite(s): C or better in READ 120 or placement by exam.
    (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Real Estate
  

  • REAL 135 - Real Estate Brokerage

    Examines the nature of real estate brokerage and how it applies to ownership, titles, legal descriptions, uses, contracts, leases, taxation, and values. Successful completion of this course helps prepare students to qualify for the Illinois Real Estate Brokers Examination. (Note: the State of Illinois also requires individuals to be 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.) Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • REAL 136 - Real Estate Transactions

    Examines the nature of real estate transactions and how they apply to ownership, titles, legal descriptions, uses, contracts, leases, taxation, and values. Includes marketing, advertising, contracts, financing and property management. Successful completion of this course helps prepare students to qualify for the Illinois Real Estate Brokers Examination. (Note: the State of Illinois also requires individuals to be 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.) Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • REAL 137 - Transaction Applications

    Provides students with the opportunity to obtain further knowledge and skills related to the real estate business by participating in planned case studies, role playing, and field activities. The students will achieve practical experience and apply what has been learned in the classroom to work situations. Prerequisite(s): REAL 135 or REAL 136 or permission of the Real Estate Program Coordinator.
    (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • REAL 241 - Real Estate Law Contracts & Conveyances

    Covers land descriptions, titles, deeds, sales escrow, insurance, ownership, wills, liens, mortgages, loans and closings, foreclosures, building regulations, zoning, taxes and landlord-tenant relationships. Prerequisite(s): REAL 136 or equivalent experience.
    (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)

Supported College Transition
  

  • SCT 111 - Supported College Transition I

    Develops self-assessment techniques relative to lifestyle and career goals; examines college and community resources available to attain lifestyle and career goals. This is a mandatory course for students whose placement test scores indicate a need for additional preparation. The course content is such that the student may gain increased depth of knowledge and skill through repetition. Therefore, this course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be up to three credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply to a skills certificate shall be twelve credits. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SCT 112 - Supported College Transition II

    Increases self-assessment techniques relative to career goals; utilizes college and community resources to attain lifestyle and career goals. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program and SCT 111.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SCT 113 - Supported College Transition III

    Continues SCT 112. Increases self-assessment techniques relative to career goals; utilizes college and community resources to attain lifestyle and career goals. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program and SCT 112.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SCT 114 - Supported College Transition IV

    Continues SCT 113. Increases self-assessment techniques relative to career goals; utilizes college and community resources to attain lifestyle and career goals. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Supported College Transition Program and SCT 113.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Service Learning
  

  • SERV 130 - Service Learning

    Provides the opportunity for students to plan, implement and participate in a community service project that integrates community service with their academic coursework and their personal goals. Emphasis is placed on collaborative planning with faculty and their chosen community partner to design an individualized service project. The goal of the project is to meet an established community need, as well as provide students a meaningful learning experience. This reciprocal learning experience will focus on course content, leadership and communication skills, and critical and reflective thinking, as well as personal and civic responsibility. Students will commit to completion of their project while working with their chosen community partner and this may require the student to work outside the college. This course is a variable credit course and may be repeated three times for additional service learning experiences for a maximum of twelve credits. (Note: 8 lecture hours and 40 service hours must be completed for 1 credit hour; 8 lecture hours and 80 service hours must be completed for 1.5 credit hours; 8 lecture hours and 120 service hours must be completed for 2 credit hours; 8 lecture hours and 160 service hours must be completed for 2.5 credit hours; and 8 lecture hours and 200 service hours must be completed for 3 credit hours.) Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 1-3 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 2.5-12.5 hours lab)

Sign Language
  

  • SIGN 135 - Basic Communication I

    Introduces the student to approximately 300 American Sign Language vocabulary items and certain grammatical features. The course is designed for students interested in developing beginning conversational skills for interaction with deaf individuals. An explanation of certain cultural aspects of American Sign Language will be provided. Students will be taught fingerspelling.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SIGN 136 - Basic Communication II

    Continues SIGN 135 with the progressive development of American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary. This course adds approximately 300 signs to the student’s vocabulary and provides practice in the grammatical features of ASL. The course is designed for students interested in furthering the development of beginning conversational skills for interaction with deaf individuals. An explanation of certain cultural aspects of ASL will be provided. Students will continue development of receptive and expressive skills for fingerspelled words. Prerequisite(s): SIGN 135.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Sociology
  

  • SOCI 131 - Introduction to Sociology

    (IAI: S7 900)
    Studies society, including the rules, interactions and cultural patterns that organize everyday life. Includes the analysis of social conflict, the structure and function of institutions, the dynamics of individual and group interactions, social stratification and interactions among diverse groups of people. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SOCI 132 - Social Problems

    (IAI: S7 901)
    Studies select social problems including consideration of proposed lines of action in dealing with them. Problem areas include population, the affluent society, crime and justice, poverty, unemployment, health and mental disorders, automation, the aging ethnic and race relations, threats to the environment, the role of the United States in relationship to third world countries, war and the future of American society. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SOCI 134 - Intro To Environmental Sociology

    Introduces students to the interdependence of nature and society. The class explores the relationship between materialistic issues (e.g., consumption, technology, development) and the state of the environment, emphasizing how different ideologies of nature influence the use of natural resources. The course suggests practical strategies for resolving environmental conflicts and organizing an ecologically sustainable society. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SOCI 150 - Racial And Ethnic Relations

    (IAI: S7 903D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement)
    Critically examines the nature, causes and consequences of racial and ethnic stratification and inequalities throughout history and the world. Examines the persistence of group identity, inter-group relations and social movements with respect to race and ethnicity in the U.S. and the world. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SOCI 155 - Introduction To Sex And Gender

    (IAI: S7 904D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement)
    Introduces sociological perspectives on gender as a factor in social stratification, gender role acquisition, and individual and social consequences of changing social definitions of gender roles. Selected themes include socialization, body image, gender and work, sexuality, gender and communication, masculinity, and violence. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SOCI 240 - Marriage And The Family

    (IAI: S7 902)
    Survey of the contemporary family in historical and cross-cultural perspectives. Includes trends in mate selection, marriage, child-rearing, employment, gender roles, and communication within the family. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Solar Energy
  

  • SOLR 120 - Solar Design and Installation

    Presents competencies and expected outcomes for photovoltaic (PV) design and installation. Participants will learn the fundamentals of sizing a residential battery-less grid-tied system, wire sizing, over-current protection, and grounding. This course will also review fundamental design criteria for off-grid stand-alone systems including specifying batteries, controllers, and battery-based inverters. The student will develop a basic understanding of the core concepts necessary to work with both residential and commercial PV systems. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • SOLR 121 - Grid Tied Solar Design

    Presents competencies and expected outcomes for advanced photovoltaic (PV) design and grid tied installations. Participants apply the standards presented in the National Electric Code (NEC) as they perform grid interface calculations, ground considerations and wire sizing. Students will evaluate a photovoltaic system under various operating systems. Participants will also evaluate batteries and their sizing, charge controllers, and hybrid systems. Prerequisite(s): SOLR 120.
    (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • SOLR 130 - Solar Hot Water Technology

    Presents competencies and expected outcomes for hot water (solar panel) design and installation. Participants will learn the theory, design considerations and installation techniques necessary to install and maintain a solar domestic hot water system. Learner will develop a basic understanding of the core concepts necessary to work with both residential and commercial hot water solar systems. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab)

Social Science
  

  • SOSC 132 - The Science of Happiness

    (IAI: S9 900)
    Examines the complex relationship of the intersection of psychological, economic, geographical, and sociological understandings of happiness. Special emphasis will be given to reading, analyzing, and summarizing research articles, applying course materials in daily life, and reflecting on course topics through writing. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SOSC 133 - River in Social Context

    (IAI: S9 900)
    Examines the complex relationship of the intersection of the sociological, historical, psychological, political, social geographical, and anthropological understandings of the river. Contextualizes the river in the global arena. Designated for and restricted to students who have been admitted to the Honors College. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SOSC 135 - Helping Skills for a Changing World

    Examines the intersection between psychology and sociology in the development of the helping relationship. Emphasizes the development of helping skills, the role of socio-cultural factors in the helping relationship, the application of culture, race, and gender to individual behavior, and the application of skills to common problems for college students. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Spanish
  

  • SPAN 130 - Conversational Spanish

    Introduces the Spanish language with emphasis on speaking and listening skills. Elements of Spanish culture.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPAN 131 - Elementary Spanish I

    Introduces grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPAN 132 - Elementary Spanish II

    Continues the development of grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition. Readings from graded texts. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPAN 231 - Intermediate Spanish I

    Reviews past grammatical concepts and continues more advanced grammatical concepts. Stress is on increasing fluency of conversation and composition. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 132.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPAN 232 - Intermediate Spanish II

    (IAI: H1 900)
    This fourth semester course is designed to increase proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish, as well as provide knowledge of Spanish-speaking cultures by exploring literature, art, cinema, and music as key material and topics within the language acquisition process. Reviews past grammatical concepts and continues more advanced grammatical concepts. Focus is on increasing fluency of conversation and composition. Emphasis will be placed on developing advanced reading, writing, and speaking skills, with some attention to listening comprehension. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 231.
    (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Speech
  

  • SPCH 131 - Public Speaking

    (IAI: C2 900)
    Covers theory and practice of platform and discussion techniques and development of speech standards through evaluating speeches. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPCH 145 - Public And Private Communication

    (IAI: C2 900)
    Covers theory and practice of platform, discussion, and interpersonal techniques to promote sensitive, reasoned communication. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPCH 151 - Interpersonal Communication

    (IAI Major: MC 901)
    Deals with principles of human communication; communication barriers within and between people; and communication breakdowns. Emphasizes student awareness of communication behavior in everyday life and methods to increase his/her effectiveness in social context. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPCH 201 - Small Group Communication

    (IAI Major: MC 902)
    Explores principles, theories, models, and methods of small group communication focusing on group formation, discussion, essential roles, problem-solving, and decision making. Groups will study current problems and implement service learning projects as solutions. Prerequisite(s): SPCH 131 or SPCH 145.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPCH 203 - Intro-Organizational Communication

    (IAI Major: MC 903)
    Covers theory and observation of communication within organizations to promote interpersonal and organizational effectiveness. Prerequisite(s): SPCH 131 or SPCH 145.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • SPCH 213 - Introduction to Public Relations

    (IAI Major: MC 913)
    Emphasizes communication skills and contemporary theories and practices in public relations through lectures, simulations, and guest practitioners. Prerequisite(s): SPCH 131 or concurrent enrollment or SPCH 145 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Study Skills
  

  • STSK 132 - Integrated Study Skills

    Presents college study skills including effective use of texts, study schedules, listening, note-taking, preparing for and taking exams. NOTE: This course is taught concurrently with a general studies course by integrating course content with instruction in the reading/learning/critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance of college-level course work. Therefore, this course is repeatable three times. This course is a variable credit course. The amount of credit awarded shall be one to three credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of elective credits that may be used towards a degree shall be four to twelve credits. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 1-3 credit hours - 1-3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Storm Water Management
  

  • STWR 100 - Introduction to Storm Water

    Introduces students to the concepts, contexts, and challenges of storm water management within the built human environment. Concepts in watershed dynamics, erosional processes, Clean Water Act (CWA) compliance and permitting, and the requirements of the Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI) program are introduced. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • STWR 200 - Advanced Storm Water

    Immerses students in storm water pollution prevention planning, job-site inspections, and prepares them for the Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI) exam. Concepts in watershed dynamics, erosional processes, Clean Water Act compliance and permitting, inspections, and recommended Best Management Practices (BMP’s) are covered in detail. Prerequisite(s): STWR 100.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)

Truck Driver Training
  

  • TRUC 101 - Truck Driving Orientation

    Provides an overview of the trucking industry. Students prepare for the Illinois Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) written test to acquire a driving permit. Basic control systems are introduced. Prerequisite(s): Must pass physical examination and drug test and have a valid regular driver’s license.
    (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • TRUC 102 - Fed Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

    Explains the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including controlled substances and alcohol use and testing. Also explains the standards, requirements, and penalties associated with Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and hours and service. Prerequisite(s): C or better in TRUC 101 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • TRUC 103 - Maintenance

    Outlines the inspection, repair, and maintenance of semi-truck tractors and trailers. Prerequisite(s): C or better in TRUC 101 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 1.5 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 1 hour lab)
  

  • TRUC 104 - Load Securement

    Provides an overview of cargo and load securement and inspection requirements that apply to most commodities hauled in the United States and Canada. Prerequisite(s): C or better in TRUC 101 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • TRUC 105 - Tractor-Trailer Driver Experience

    Designed to give the student real over-the-road practice under the supervision of an experienced tractor-trailer truck driver. Prerequisite(s): C or better in TRUC 101or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 1.5 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
  

  • TRUC 107 - Driving Simulation

    Exposes drivers to a variety of situations, including changes in weather, road conditions, and the behaviors of other road users, allowing them to increase their confidence and skill levels in a controlled environment. Prerequisite(s): C or better in TRUC 101or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab)

Web Design
  

  • WEB 135 - Web Page Design Essentials

    (IAI Major: MC 923)
    Introduces the concepts used to develop web sites. Investigates and discusses current economic, legal, and ethical issues concerning the World Wide Web. Students will learn to create and edit Web pages and Web documents. Students develop storyboards, site maps, and navigation structures in the process of creating, uploading, and maintaining their own Web site. Students gain experience in importing and working with text, sound, images, and animation. HTML coding is also introduced. It is recommended that students have basic keyboarding and Windows skills. NOTE: Software for this course is provided for student use in the classroom and in an open lab on each L&C location. Students enrolled in online or web-blended classes will have access to required software from these locations or may consider purchasing the software for personal use. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hour lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • WEB 150 - Dreamweaver

    (Fall Semester Only)
    Builds on the fundamentals of Web design skills used to create, edit, and maintain Web sites using Adobe Dreamweaver. Presents a deeper understanding of the design process, while learning more advanced skills such as creating and applying CSS to text and page elements, creating forms, adding media, and managing files on a Web server. Students will research and create their own Web sites and upload them to a server. Prerequisite(s): C or better in WEB 135.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hour lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • WEB 190 - HTML and CSS

    (Fall Semester Only)
    Familiarizes students with HTML (HyperText Markup Language) and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) syntax by means of writing code to develop fully-functional client-side Web pages. JavaScript and jQuery will also be introduced to emphasize dynamic elements. Web page development will be aimed at being compliant across different browsers and platforms. Emphasis will be on syntax and validation. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • WEB 191 - JavaScript and PHP

    Introduces students to both client-side and server-side programming via JavaScript (as well as JavaScript APIs) and PHP in order to add dynamic content to Web pages. Complex HTML and CSS will be explored in conjunction with the JavaScript and PHP. MySQL will be employed for server-side database storage and queries. Emphasis will be on syntax and validation. Prerequisite(s): C or better in WEB 190.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • WEB 245 - Web Animation

    (Spring Semester Only)
    Teaches the creation of animated, vector-based Web graphics, using a current professional standard software for producing high impact, interactive Web experiences. Prerequisite(s): C or better in WEB 135.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hour lecture, 2 hours lab)
  

  • WEB 260 - Web Designer Cooperative

    Supplements class work with on-the-job experience in a Web designer position for the Web Design & Development degree candidate. Prerequisite(s): C or better in all WEB/CGRD first through fourth semester required courses; permission of coordinator.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted.)

Welding
  

  • WELD 131 - Introduction to Welding Industry

    Introduces the practices and principles of the welding industry. Includes safety practices of welding tools and equipment and concepts of joining metal by fusion processes. Covers shielded metal arc welding-stick welding (SMAW) using materials of varying tensile strength, gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and wire welding process. Introduces electric air carbon cutting, building fillet welds in the horizontal position. Covers the labor market, jobs available for welders, and the role of union-based apprentice programs. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 132 - Metallurgy

    Introduces the principles of metallurgy as they apply to welding. Includes atomic theory of metals, uses of metals in welding processes, testing and selection of appropriate metals. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 190 - Oxyfuel Welding & Cutting

    Introduces the cutting process in welding using oxyfuel techniques. Begins with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 192 - Welding Blueprint Reading

    Covers the interpretation of mechanical blueprints, with special emphasis on welded fabrication, welding symbols, and joint configurations. The course is designed for students with little or no previous print reading experience seeking a basic understanding of the skills and concepts used in the interpretation of standard blueprints. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 194 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

    Introduces the principles and practices of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Begins with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Prerequisite(s): WELD 131 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 195 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding II

    Continues hands-on and theoretical work in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Covers intermediate levels of fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Prerequisite(s): WELD 194.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 196 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding III

    Continues principles and practices of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) techniques at advanced levels with emphasis on hands-on work. Continues with advanced level fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Prerequisite(s): WELD 195.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 230 - Intro Gas Metal & Flux Cored Welding

    Introduces the concepts and operating principles of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and of flux cored arc welding (FCAW) including safe use of GMAW and FCAW equipment, basic repair, and set up on carbon steel. Prerequisite(s): WELD 196.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 231 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    Introduces the concepts and operating principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) systems including safety in the welding environment, process and equipment operation, shielding gasses, filler materials, weld joint setup, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, repair techniques, and American Welding Society (AWS) qualification and certification. Prerequisite(s): WELD 196.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 233 - Fabrication and Layout

    Provides on-going application of welding theory and practical applications in the use of welding/fabrication equipment, including the complete process of plate, structural, and pipe fabrication, and techniques that include oxyfuel cutting (OFC) and plasma arc cutting. Includes layout templates needed in fabrication of tanks. Practice and completion of American Welding Society (AWS) welder certification procedures and examinations. Also includes development of blueprint reading and project layout techniques. Prerequisite(s): WELD 192.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 235 - Advanced Flux Cored Welding

    Continues instruction and hands-on activities in flux cored arc welding (FCAW) with emphasis on laboratory/shop experience. Includes set-up, operations, fillet and groove welds in all positions on carbon steel. Prerequisite(s): WELD 230.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 237 - Introduction to Non-Ferrous Welding

    Introduces the principles and practices of welding on non-ferrous metals ranging from aluminum to different forms of alloy steels. This course will use Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). This course will also cover the safe use of oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting on non-ferrous metals. Begins with the safe operation and use of basic metal heating and cutting equipment. Also covers the basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds in all six positions (1F/1G, 2F/2G, 3F/3G, 4F/4G, 5G, and 6G). Prerequisite(s): WELD 196, WELD 242, and WELD 243 or equivalent work experience with instructor approval.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 239 - Pipe Welding

    Begins the process of pipe welding using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Prerequisite(s): WELD 196, WELD 241, and concurrent enrollment in WELD 242, or equivalent work experience with instructor approval.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 241 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    Continues principles and operations of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) with emphasis on laboratory experience. Includes safety review, set-up, operations, fillet and groove welds in 1F, 2F, 3F, 1G, and 2G positions on austenitic stainless steel and aluminum. Prerequisite(s): WELD 231.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 242 - Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding

    Review of set-up and operations from WELD 230 for gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and production of fillet in 1F and 2F positions and groove welds in 1G position on carbon steel. Prerequisite(s): WELD 230.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 243 - Advanced Pipe Welding

    Continues the processes of pipe welding using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Emphasis on 2G, 5G, and 6G positions. Prerequisite(s): WELD 239.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 247 - Advanced Non-Ferrous Welding

    Continues the principles and practices of welding on non-ferrous metals ranging from aluminum to different forms of alloy steels. This course will use Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). This course will also cover the safe use of oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting on non-ferrous metals. Begins with the safe operation and use of basic metal heating and cutting equipment. Also covers the basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds in all six positions (1F/1G, 2F/2G, 3F/3G, 4F/4G, 5G, and 6G). Prerequisite(s): WELD 237 or equivalent work experience with instructor approval.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 251 - Inspection & Testing of Welds

    Covers principles and practices in the destructive and non-destructive tests used in the welding industry. Also includes the writing of welding procedures to meet welding code standards. Prerequisite(s): WELD 131 or concurrent enrollment and WELD 192 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 252 - Prep Certification Welding Inspector

    Covers essentials of the American Welding Society Certification Test and enhances knowledge of inspection of welds and welded products. This is a course designed for preparation for the AWS test and does not guarantee that an individual will successfully complete the certification test. Prerequisite(s): WELD 251.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • WELD 271 - Welding Internship

    Provides a work-based experience in the student’s primary area of study in welding. Internship duties may include such tasks as job shadowing and/or applying work related skills that will demonstrate competence in the selected area of training within the field of welding. Prerequisite(s): WELD 230 and WELD 235.
    (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 5 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked)

Exercise Science
  

  • XSCI 130 - Strength Training And Fitness

    Emphasizes the acquisition of knowledge appropriate for teachers/coaches and fitness/rehabilitation personnel such that they may develop lifelong practices as knowledgeable professionals. The purpose of this course is to aid the student in the planning, implementation, and assessment of effective instructional strategies in scholastic, athletic, and fitness/rehabilitation settings. Specifically, the course explores the essential components of proper cardiovascular and resistance exercise training techniques, effective movement demonstration techniques, safety issues, and methods of proper warm-up and cool-down. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • XSCI 135 - Exercise Physiology

    Investigates the structure and function of the muscular and other physiological systems; and the guidelines related to levels of physical activity, physiological responses, and motor activity. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • XSCI 140 - Assessment & Exercise Prescription

    Examines the principles of exercise program design. Provides students with a basic understanding of fitness assessment techniques used in exercise physiology and clinical laboratories. The course will emphasize the assessment of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • XSCI 145 - Intro To Biomechanics

    Introduces anatomical, physiological and mechanical fundamentals used systematically to analyze human motion to enhance performance, increase exercise adherence and limit injury. Prerequisite(s): C or better in BIOL 132 or concurrent enrollment or C or better in BIOL 141 or concurrent enrollment.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • XSCI 200 - Sport Psychology

    Introduces the psychological skills, methods, and self-regulatory strategies in sport and exercise, and shows how sport psychologists, coaches, therapists, athletes, and fitness specialists use these skills and methods to positively affect sport and exercise participation, performance, motivation and enjoyment. The psychological skills and methods will be presented via discussion of underlying theory and specific intervention techniques. Theoretical frameworks for sport and exercise-related educational counseling across a variety of contexts and individual differences will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • XSCI 220 - Exercise For Special Populations

    Provides an overview of the role of fitness and rehabilitation programs for selected special populations. Students will learn to modify exercise for individuals and groups based on age, medical conditions, and special needs. The areas covered will include but are not limited to: coronary heart disease, diabetes, asthma, obesity, arthritis, pregnancy, and the special needs of the physically and mentally challenged. Prerequisite(s): None.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • XSCI 240 - Exercise Psychology

    Provides an overview of the major determinants and consequences of exercise adherence and its impact on public health. Prerequisite(s): C or better in PSYC 131.
    (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)
  

  • XSCI 271 - Exercise Science Internship

    Provides off-campus, supervised, educational work experience. Exposes students to programs and experiences in fitness development or health promotion. Prerequisite(s): Completion of six Exercise Science courses with a grade C or better.
    (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab - 240 hours must be worked)
 

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