WNC Academic Catalog: 2009–2010
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Senior Computing (SENR)
Technology Division
SENR 101B: Personal Computing For Seniors I
Credits: 2; Prerequisites: None
Hands-on course is designed for the senior student who has little or no experience with PC's. Explains PC hardware and software, basic terminology, instructs how to wisely purchase a personal computer for present and future needs and advises how to set up a home computing work area. Student received hands-on instruction in the basic use of word processing, learning to compose, format, edit, save and print letters and documents.
SENR 102B: Personal Computing For Seniors II
Credits: 2; Prerequisites: SENR 101B or equivalent
Hands-on course is designed for the senior who has a basic knowledge of personal computer and word processing and wishes to learn the basics of other software applications. The student will receive a review or word processing techniques, along with hands-on introductory instruction in the basic use of spreadsheets, databases, presentation Internet and e-mail software.
SENR 103B: Personal Computing For Seniors III
Credits: 2; Prerequisites: SENR 101B or equivalent
Builds on students knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Access and Excel. This class will also include Microsoft Word's mail merge feature, Access tables, Outlook contacts, inserting an Excel spreadsheet into a Word document, and attaching Word or Excel files to an Access field.
SENR 104B: Personal Computing For Seniors IV
Credits: 2; Prerequisites: SENR 101B or equivalent
Learns how to enhance documents through the use of graphics. Becomes familiar with various graphic programs, including PowerPoint and Publisher. Learns how to scan picture and documents into a computer.
SENR 105B: Internet For Seniors
Credits: 2; Prerequisites: SENR 101B or equivalent
Hands-on course is designed for the senior student who has a basic knowledge of personal computers and wishes to learn how to access the Internet and use browse software to explore the World Wide Web. The student will learn to use various search engines to find people through white pates, business and services through yellow page search services and information. The student will download files, use e-mail and transfer attachment.
SENR 110B: File and Disk Management For Seniors
Credits: 2; Prerequisites: SENR 101B or equivalent
Hand-on on course is designed for the participant who has basic/intermediate knowledge of personal computers and wishes to learn how to effectively manage and organize PC files by using more advanced procedures and methods. The participant will learn how to utilize the Windows Explore and My Computer features for day-to-day disk management. It also teaches the skills to create, find, copy, move and delete files and folders, and to perform other necessary disk housekeeping tasks.
Social Work (SW)
Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service Division
SW 220: Introduction to Social Work
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces the profession of social work within a historical context. Emphasis on values, human diversity, analysis of social problem solving and fields of practice.
SW 230: Crisis Intervention
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Analyzes types of crisis theory, effects of crisis on the individual, family and community. Looks at methods and resources for crisis intervention.
Sociology (SOC)
Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service Division
SOC 101: Principles of Sociology
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Explains sociological principles underlying the development, structure, and function of culture, society, human groups, personality formation and social change.
SOC 102: Contemporary Social Issues
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Acquaints students with selected social problems, their causes and possible solutions.
SOC 202: American Society
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Studies modern American society, its communities, and institutions.
SOC 205: Ethnic Groups in Contemporary Societies
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: introductory course in one of the social sciences
See ANTH 205.
SOC 210: Introduction to Statistical Methods
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: PSY 101, SOC 101 & MATH 096 or consent of instructor
Offers a course in understanding statistical methods and training in the useful presentation and interpretation of behavioral science data, including elementary computer use. Same as PSY 210.
SOC 261: Introduction to Social Psychology
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: PSY 101, SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Examines the social character of human behavior.
SOC 275: Introduction to Marriage & the Family
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SOC 101 or consent of instructor
Examines typical problems encountered in dating, courtship, marriage, and parenthood.
Spanish (SPAN)
Communications and Fine Arts Division
SPAN 101B: Spanish, Conversational I
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Emphasizes spoken communication. Listening skills, reading and writing skills will be explored. A vocabulary of Spanish-English words can be developed to suit student needs. As students progress through this four-semester sequence they will build increasing fluency in the speaking, reading and writing of Spanish.
SPAN 102B: Conversational Spanish II
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SPAN 101B or consent of instructor
Offers a second semester of Conversational Spanish designed to continue and improve the skills learned in the first semester.
SPAN 103B: Conversational Spanish III
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SPAN 102B or consent of instructor
Further develops skills learned in previous semesters.
SPAN 104B: Conversational Spanish IV
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SPAN 103B or consent of instructor
Further develops skills learned in previous semesters.
SPAN 109B: Spanish for Educators I
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Provides basic skills and tools to English-speakers who work with native Spanish-speaking students and their parents. Examines cultural aspects that can affect student performance and achievement.
SPAN 110B: Spanish For Educators II
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SPAN 109B consent of instructor
Designed to help students continue enhancing their oral and written communication skills in Spanish and become more cognizant of cultural obstacles faced by Spanish-speaking ELL students. Explores numerous best practices for reaching ELL students.
SPAN 111: First Year Spanish I
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: None
Develops language skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading, writing and structural analysis. Includes an introduction to Spanish culture.
SPAN 112: First Year Spanish II
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: SPAN 111 or equivalent or consent of instructor
Develops language skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing; and structural analysis.
SPAN 199B: Special Topics in Spanish
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Applies to assorted short courses and workshops covering a variety of subjects.
SPAN 211: Second Year Spanish I
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SPAN 112 or equivalent
Considers structural review, conversation and writing, and readings in modern literature.
SPAN 212: Second Year Spanish II
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: SPAN 211
Continues structural review, conversation and writing, and readings in modern literature.
Statistics (STAT)
Science, Mathematics & Engineering Division
STAT 152: Introduction to Statistics
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: MATH 126, MATH 128 or consent of instructor
Introduces statistics, probability models, statistical estimation and hypothesis testing, linear regression analysis, and special topics.
Surgical Technology (SRGT)
Nursing and Allied Health Division
SRGT 100B: Foundations of Surgical Technology
Credits: 2.5; Prerequisites: admission to the surgical technology program
Introduces the student to historical development of surgery, the current role of the level I Surgical Technologist, and the roles of all members of the surgical health care team, including the associated ethical, moral, legal and communication responsibilities associated with the roles. Provides information regarding how safety is maintained in the OR environment through processes, procedures, and structural components of the OR suite and hospital. Included in the discussion of safety are the methodologies followed to administer medications and anesthesia and maintain a sterile environment.
SRGT 102B: Sterilization and Disinfection
Credits: 2.5; Prerequisites: admission to the surgical technology program
Introduces the student to the concepts of microbiology, the body's defenses, the inflammatory and infectious processes, and prevention and control of infection. Familiarizes the student with basic instruments used in the surgical environment and provides knowledge and experiences regarding the processes of sterilization and disinfection. Two credits lecture; 0.5 credits laboratory/clinical.
SRGT 104B: Operating Room Techniques
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: admission to the surgical technology program
Introduces the student to entry-level skills performed by the Level I Surgical Technologist in the operating room. Skills include the surgical hand scrub, gown and glove procedures; common draping techniques; care of sutures and needles; the setting up of and maintenance of a sterile field, and the responsibilities associate with care of sponges, dressings, drains, specimens; instruments and special equipment. The duties of the circulating nurse and the Level I Surgical Technologist are further delineated, including their roles associated with common diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests utilized in the surgical setting. Three credits lecture; one credit lab.
SRGT 110B: Preparation of the Surgical Patient
Credits: 2.5; Prerequisites: admission to the surgical technology program
Discusses principles and procedures followed to maintain general patient safety and dignity in the OR suite, including pre-operative care, transportation, positioning, preparation of the operative, application of thermoregulatory devices, taking and recording vital signs, insertion of a urinary catheter, and maintenance of homeostasis through fluid and blood replacement. Provides information regarding the role of the Level I Surgical Technologist in developing emergency situations such as hemorrhage, cardiac arrest, malignant hyperthermia, and other medical/surgical emergencies. Two credits lecture, 0.5 credits laboratory/clinical.
SRGT 111B: Surgical Procedures
Credits: 5.5; Prerequisites: admission to the surgical technology program
Introduces the student to the roles and responsibilities of the Level I Surgical Technologist that are associated with general and specific surgical procedures including abdominal, orthopedic, obstetric and gynecologic, genitourinary, transplant, plastic, opthalmic, ear, nose, throat and oral, neurological, microsurgery, cardiovascular and thoracic, and pediatric and geriatric surgery. Discussion of each surgical specialty includes a brief history of the type of surgery, common procedures utilized, special considerations based on growth and development and co-existing medical conditions, and medications associated with the procedure. Five credits lecture; .5 credit laboratory.
SRGT 132B: Surgery Clinical Practice
Credits: 9; Prerequisites: admission to the surgical technology program
Provides clinical experiences in a variety of surgical environments for students to apply knowledge and skills gained in previous and current SRGT courses to the practice setting. During the course students will learn under the guidance of preceptors and faculty. At the conclusion of the course students will be able to function as beginning Level I Surgical Technologists. 405 hours of clinical experience.
Surveying (SUR)
Technology Division
SUR 119B: Construction Surveying
Credits: 2–4; Prerequisites: CONS 108B or consent of instructor
Presents care and use of surveying equipment. Profile elevation and closed traverse projects will provide hands-on experience. Construction staking will be explained in detail.
SUR 161: Elementary Surveying
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: MATH 120 or higher
Beginning course designed to introduce students to modern techniques in land surveying.
SUR 162: Advanced Surveying
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: SUR 119B, SUR 161, SUR 265
Advanced curriculum in surveying, but with increased difficulty and responsibility.
SUR 261: Legal Aspects of Surveying
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Covers legal terminology relating to land surveying, writing and interpreting legal descriptions, and deed and title research. Introduces state laws relating to surveying and mapping.
SUR 262: Principles of Land Surveying
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Covers principles of land surveying and an in-depth study of public land system, restoration of corners, boundary and control survey adjustments, and evidence and analysis.
SUR 263: Civil Survey Design
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Covers advanced subdivision, street and utility design and computations, basic map preparation, method sand procedures for construction surveying of civil designed improvements.
SUR 264: Introduction to Global Positioning System
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Focus is on aspects of the satellite navigation system becoming widely used in surveying and navigation. Topics include origin, history, operations, differential positioning, kinematic and real time GPS (RTK).
SUR 265: Introduction to Construction Surveying
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: None
Covers reviewing and understanding civil, structural, and architectural constructing plans, and relationship for surveying layout. Requires surveying in an outdoor lab environment.
SUR 266: Land Development
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduction to the forces shaping urban form including history and determinants of influence, nature of urban form, comprehensive planning and implementation including zoning, general terms relating to development, state statutes, and local land use controls.