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DEN-105: Practice Management

This course provides a study of principles and procedures related to management of the dental practice. Emphasis is placed on maintaining clinical and financial records, patient scheduling, and supply and inventory control. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in dental practice management.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-106: Clinical Practice I

This course is designed to provide experience assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize classroom theory and laboratory and clinical skills in a dental setting.

Requisites:
Take DEN-101(S20496); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:6
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:12

DEN-107: Clinical Practice II

This course is designed to increase the level of proficiency in assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to combine theoretical and ethical principles necessary to perform entry-level skills including functions delegable to a DA II.

Requisites:
Take DEN-106(S14145); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:12

DEN-110: Orofacial Anatomy

This course introduces the structures of the head, neck, and oral cavity. Topics include tooth morphology, head and neck anatomy, histology, and embryology. Upon completion, students should be able to relate the identification of normal structures and development to the practice of dental assisting and dental hygiene.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-111: Infection/Hazard Control

This course introduces the infection and hazard control procedures necessary for the safe practice of dentistry. Topics include microbiology, practical infection control, sterilization and monitoring, chemical disinfectants, aseptic technique, infectious diseases, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws. Upon completion, students should be able to understand infectious diseases, disease transmission, infection control procedures, biohazard management, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-112: Dental Radiography

This course provides a comprehensive view of the principles and procedures of radiology as they apply to dentistry. Topics include techniques in exposing, processing, and evaluating radiographs, as well as radiation safety, quality assurance, and legal issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the production of diagnostically acceptable radiographs using appropriate safety precautions.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-120: Dental Hygiene Preclinic Lecture

This course introduces preoperative and clinical dental hygiene concepts. Emphasis is placed on the assessment phase of patient care as well as the theory of basic dental hygiene instrumentation. Upon completion, students should be able to collect and evaluate patient data at a basic level and demonstrate knowledge of dental hygiene instrumentation.

Requisites:
Take DEN-121; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-121: Dental Hygiene Preclinical Lab

This course provides the opportunity to perform clinical dental hygiene procedures discussed in DEN 120. Emphasis is placed on clinical skills in patient assessment and instrumentation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to perform specific preclinical procedures.

Requisites:
Take DEN-120; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-123: Nutrition/Dental Health

This course introduces basic principles of nutrition with emphasis on nutritional requirements and their application to individual patient needs. Topics include the study of Federal Nutritional Guidelines, nutrient functions, Recommended Daily Allowances, Adequate Intake, Tolerable Upper Intake Level, Estimated Average Requirement, and related psychological principles. Upon completion, students should be able to recommend and counsel individuals on their food intake as related to their dental health.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-124: Periodontology

This course provides an in-depth study of the periodontium, periodontal pathology, periodontal monitoring, and the principles of periodontal therapy. Topics include periodontal anatomy and a study of the etiology, classification, and treatment modalities of periodontal diseases. Upon completion, students should be able to describe, compare, and contrast techniques involved in periodontal/maintenance therapy, as well as patient care management.

Requisites:
Take DEN-110; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-125: Dental Office Emergencies

This course provides a study of the management of dental office emergencies. Topics include methods of prevention, necessary equipment/drugs, medicolegal considerations, recognition and effective initial management of a variety of emergencies. Upon completion, the student should be able to recognize, assess and manage various dental office emergencies and activate advanced medical support when indicated.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-130: Dental Hygiene Theory I

This course is a continuation of the didactic dental hygiene concepts necessary for providing an oral prophylaxis. Topics include deposits/removal, instrument sharpening, patient education, fluorides, planning for dental hygiene treatment, charting, and clinical records and procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge needed to complete a thorough oral prophylaxis.

Requisites:
Take DEN-120; Take previously. Required.Take DEN-131; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-131: Dental Hygiene Clinic I

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on treatment of the recall patients with gingivitis or light deposits. Upon completion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment.

Requisites:
Take DEN-121; Take previously. Required.Take DEN-130; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:9

DEN-140: Dental Hygiene Theory II

This course introduces principles in treatment modification. Topics include modification of treatment for pain management and advanced radiographic interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to differentiate necessary treatment modifications, radiographic abnormalities, and be certified in the administration of local anesthesia.

Requisites:
Take DEN-130; Take previously. Required.Take DEN-141; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-141: Dental Hygiene Clinic II

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on treatment of patients with early periodontal disease and subgingival deposits. Upon completion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment.

Requisites:
Take DEN-131; Take previously. Required.Take DEN-140(S14315); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:6

DEN-220: Dental Hygiene Theory III

This course introduces advanced principles of patient care. Topics include advanced periodontal debridement, subgingival irrigation, air polishing, special needs and case presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of methods of treatment and management of periodontally compromised and special needs patients.

Requisites:
Take DEN-140(S14315); Take previously. Required.Take DEN-221; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-221: Dental Hygiene Clinic III

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on treatment of patients with moderate to advanced periodontal involvement and moderate deposits. Upon completion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment.

Requisites:
Take DEN-141; Take previously. Required.Take DEN-220(S11191); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:12

DEN-222: General & Oral Pathology

This course provides a general knowledge of oral pathological manifestations associated with selected systemic and oral diseases. Topics include developmental and degenerative diseases, selected microbial diseases, specific and nonspecific immune and inflammatory responses with emphasis on recognizing abnormalities. Upon completion, students should be able to differentiate between normal and abnormal tissues and refer unusual findings to the dentist for diagnosis.

Requisites:
Take BIO-163 BIO-165 or BIO-168(S11555); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-223: Dental Pharmacology

This course provides basic drug terminology, general principles of drug actions, dosages, routes of administration, adverse reactions, and basic principles of anesthesiology. Emphasis is placed on knowledge of drugs in overall understanding of patient histories and health status. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize that each patient's general health or drug usage may require modification of the treatment procedures.

Requisites:
Take BIO-163 BIO-165 or BIO-168(S11555); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-224: Materials and Procedures

This course introduces the physical properties of materials and related procedures used in dentistry. Topics include restorative and preventive materials, fabrication of casts and appliances, and chairside functions of the dental hygienist. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the laboratory and/or clinical application of routinely used dental materials and chairside functions.

Requisites:
Take DEN-111; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-230: Dental Hygiene Theory IV

This course provides an opportunity to increase knowledge of the profession. Emphasis is placed on dental specialties, technological advances, and completion of a case study presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of various disciplines of dentistry, technological advances and principles of case presentations.

Requisites:
Take DEN-220(S11191); Take previously. Required.Take DEN-231; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-231: Dental Hygiene Clinic IV

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on periodontal maintenance and on treating patients with moderate to advanced/refractory periodontal disease. Upon completion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment.

Requisites:
Take DEN-221; Take previously. Required.Take DEN-230(S12882); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:12

DEN-232: Community Dental Health

This course provides a study of the principles and methods used in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating community dental health programs. Topics include epidemiology, research methodology, biostatistics, preventive dental care, dental health education, program planning, and financing and utilization of dental services. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate a community dental health program.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DEN-233: Professional Development

This course includes professional development, ethics, and jurisprudence with applications to practice management. Topics include conflict management, state laws, resumes, interviews, and legal liabilities as health care professionals. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to practice dental hygiene within established ethical standards and state laws.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DES-112: Building and Construction Systems

This course provides an overview of the residential construction process for the interior designer. Emphasis is placed on providing the fundamental knowledge needed by the designer in residential construction basics and methods, including electrical and lighting, plumbing, sustainability, mechanical and ventilation, and the building envelope. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate effective communication required for effective collaboration with architects, engineers, and building contractors.

Requisites:
Take ARC-111 ARC-114(S10248); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DES-125: Visual Presentation I

This course introduces visual presentation techniques for communicating ideas. Topics include drawing, perspective drawing, rendering and mixed media. Upon completion, students should be able to present a design concept through graphic media.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DES-130: Digital Applications and Interior Design

This course introduces digital applications using current appropriate software and emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed on the operation of computer software in interior design applications. Upon completion, students should be able to use digital media to prepare a design solution. This course focuses on the use of Chief Architect software.

Requisites:
Take ARC-111 ARC-114(S10248) ARC-114A; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DES-135: Principles and Elements of Design I

This course introduces the basic concepts and terminology of design as they relate to the design profession. Topics include line, pattern, space, mass, shape, texture, color, unity, variety, rhythm, emphasis, balance, proportion, scale, and function. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles covered through 2D and 3D exploration.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0

DES-138: Space Planning

This course covers the topics of space planning in both residential and commercial interiors. Emphasis placed on designing for the functionality of interiors through space planning. Upon completion, students should be able to graphically communicate space plans for a variety of interior types.

Requisites:
Take ARC-111 ARC-114(S10248); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DES-210: Professional Practices for Interior Design

This course introduces contemporary business practices for interior design. Topics include employment skills, business formations, professional associations, preparation of professional contracts and correspondence, and means of compensation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic business practices as they relate to the interior design profession.

Requisites:
Take DES-125(S24222) or DES-135(S24225); Take previously. Required.Take DES-220(S24228); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DES-220: Interior Design Fundamentals

This course provides an introduction to the application of interior design principles. Emphasis is placed on spatial relationships, material selections, craftsmanship, and visual presentation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to apply interior design principles and illustrate design solutions through visual communication.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take DES-135(S10718) ARC-111; Option: Take DES-110(S10337); Option: Take DFT-115; Take previously. Required.Take ARC-114(S10248); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DES-225: Textiles for Interiors

This course includes the study of textiles and their applications for a variety of interiors. Emphasis is placed on history, manufacturing processes, fiber characteristics, and residential and non-residential applications. Upon completion, students should be able to specify appropriate textiles.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DES-230: Residential Design I

This course includes principles of interior design for various residential design solutions. Emphasis is placed on visual presentation and selection of appropriate styles to meet specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to present scaled floor plans, elevations, specifications, color schemes finishes and furniture selection.

Requisites:
Take DES-220(S24228); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.Take DES-125(S24222) ARC-264(S22026) or GRD-151(S10206); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DES-235: Products

This course provides an overview of interior products. Topics include floor coverings; wall coverings and finishes; ceilings, moldings, and furniture construction techniques; and other interior components. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and select appropriate materials and furnishings for interior spaces based on application.

Requisites:
Take DES-220(S24228); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DES-240: Commercial and Contract Design I

This course is designed to focus on commercial/contract design including retail, office, institutional, healthcare and hospitality design. Emphasis is placed on ADA requirements, building codes and standards, space planning, and selection of appropriate materials for non-residential interiors. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze design and present non-residential projects.

Requisites:
Take DES-220(S21676); Take previously. Required.Take DES-138; Take previously. Required.Take DES-280(S24237) or ARC-131(S23274); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DES-242: Kitchen and Bath Design

This course covers the fundamentals of kitchen and bath design. Emphasis is placed on the principles and elements of kitchen and bath design, analysis of client needs, specifying products, and drafting design solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to produce basic kitchen and bath design utilizing standards established by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).

Requisites:
Take DES-110(S10337) ARC-111 or DFT-115; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DES-243: Advanced Kitchen and Bath Design

This course covers advanced kitchen and bath design. Emphasis will be placed on universal design solutions, producing professional working documents, and mastery of developing and presenting a design concept and theme. Upon completion, students should be able to execute complex kitchen and bath designs.

Requisites:
Take DES-242(S23624); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DES-255: History of Interiors and Furnishings I

This course introduces architecture, interiors, and furnishings in a variety of historic styles from prehistoric to Neoclassical. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, chronology, and style recognition. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, classify and describe major styles of furniture, interiors, and architecture.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DES-256: History of Interiors and Furnishings II

This course continues the study of architecture, interiors, and furnishings from a variety of historic styles from Colonial to Contemporary. Emphasis is placed on style recognition, vocabulary, and chronology. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, classify and describe major styles of furniture, interiors, and exteriors.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DES-265: Lighting/Interior Design

This course introduces theory and contemporary concepts in lighting. Topics include light levels, light quality, lamps and fixtures, and their use and application in interior design. Upon completion, students should be able to visually communicate light concepts and requirements based on national standards and select solutions for specific lighting scenarios.

Requisites:
Take DES-135(S24225) ARC-111 ARC-114(S10248); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DES-280: Codes and Standards/Interior Design

This course introduces standard building codes as they relate to interior design. Topics include state and federal codes and standards related to accessibility, fire codes, egress, occupancy, and plumbing requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to research and interpret and apply applicable codes.

Requisites:
Take DES-220(S24228); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DES-285: Capstone/Interior Design

This course provides additional studio time to investigate areas of special interest, upgrade weaknesses, and/or capitalize on strengths. Topics include a broad range of options, both residential and non-residential, combining individual research and instructional guidance. Upon completion, students should be able to complete the graphics, client folder, and all schedules for a professional project.

Requisites:
Take DES-230(S24230) DES-240(S24233); Take previously. Required.Take DES-210(S24227); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DFT-121: Introduction to GD&T

This course introduces basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing principles. Topics include symbols, annotation, theory, and applications. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing principles to drawings.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DFT-151: CAD I

This course introduces CAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and plot a CAD drawing. This course uses AutoCAD software.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DFT-152: CAD II

This course introduces extended CAD applications. Emphasis is placed upon intermediate applications of CAD skills. Upon completion, students should be able to use extended CAD applications to generate and manage drawings. This course uses AutoCAD software.

Requisites:
Take DFT-151; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DFT-153: CAD III

This course introduces advanced CAD applications. Emphasis is placed upon advanced applications of CAD skills. Upon completion, students should be able to use advanced CAD applications to generate and manage data. This course uses Creo software.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DFT-154: Introduction to Solid Modeling

This course is an introduction to basic three-dimensional solid modeling and design software. Topics include basic design, creation, editing, rendering and analysis of solid models, and creation of multiview drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to use design techniques to create, edit, render and generate a multiview drawing. This course uses SolidWorks software.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DFT-170: Engineering Graphics

This course introduces basic engineering graphics skills and applications. Topics include sketching, selection and use of current methods and tools, and the use of engineering graphics applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic engineering graphics principles and practices. This course utilizes SolidWorks software.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

DFT-254: Intermediate Solid Modeling & Rendering

This course presents a continuation of basic three-dimensional solid modeling and design software. Topics include advanced study of parametric design, creation, editing, rendering and analysis of solid model assemblies, and multiview drawing generation. Upon completion, students should be able to use parametric design techniques to create and analyze the engineering design properties of a model assembly. This course uses SolidWorks software.

Requisites:
Take DFT-154(S20155); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DME-115: Graphic Design Tools

This course provides students with an introduction to creative expression and art/design techniques in a digital environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, creating, editing and integrating visual components consisting of bit-mapped and vector-based images, drawings, banners, text, simple animations, and multiple layers. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce a range of visual products using digital processing techniques.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DME-125: User Experience Fundamentals

This course introduces the fundamentals of user experience design and design process. Topics include overall user experience design as well as facets of user experience design such as user interface, information architecture, usability, credibility, and accessibility. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and strategize the overall user experience of a digital screen-based product.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.Take 1 group; Option: Take MAT-003; Option: Take MAT-025; Option: Take MAT-035; Option: Take MAT-110(S26398); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DME-140: Introduction to Audio/Video Media

This course is designed to teach students how to manipulate digital and audio content for multimedia applications. Topics include format conversion and a review of current technologies and digital formats. Upon completion, students should be able to modify existing audio and video content to meet a range of production requirements associated with digital media applications.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take GRD-152(S10154); Option: Take DME-115(S25871); Option: Take GRD-154; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DME-211: User Experience Research & Testing

This course provides a foundation in user research methodologies and heuristic evaluation. Topics include choosing an appropriate research method, how to plan and execute a usability test, analyzing test results, and how to evaluate existing artifacts using heuristics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify how users think about technological solutions, and apply their analysis of test or evaluation results to make appropriate recommendations on how to improve the user experience across multiple platforms.

Requisites:
Take DME-125; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DME-216: Visual Artifacts in User Experience

This course is designed to focus on the visual design deliverables that User Experience Designers create and deliver to team members and clients. Topics include sketching for user experience, journey maps, flow diagrams, architecture diagrams, motion prototypes, and wireframes and presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to create visual artifacts which lead to compelling digital screen-based user experience.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take DME-115(S25871) DME-125; Option: Take GRD-152(S10154); Option: Take GRD-154; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

DRA-111: Theatre Appreciation

This course provides a study of the art, craft, and business of the theatre. Emphasis is placed on the audience's appreciation of the work of the playwright, director, actor, designer, producer, and critic. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a vocabulary of theatre terms and to recognize the contributions of various theatre artists.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take RED-090 ENG-090; Option: Take ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take DRE-097(S23642); Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DRA-112: Literature of the Theatre

This course provides a survey of dramatic works from the classical Greek through the present. Emphasis is placed on the language of drama, critical theory, and background as well as on play reading and analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate, orally and in writing, their appreciation and understanding of dramatic works.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take RED-090 ENG-090; Option: Take ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take DRE-097(S23642); Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DRA-126: Storytelling

This course introduces the art of storytelling and the oral traditions of folk literature. Topics include the history of storytelling, its value and purpose, techniques of the storyteller, and methods of collecting verbal art. Upon completion, students should be able to present and discuss critically stories from the world's repertory of traditional lore.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

DRA-130: Acting I

This course provides an applied study of the actor's craft. Topics include role analysis, training the voice, and body concentration, discipline, and self-evaluation. Upon completion, students should be able to explore their creativity in an acting ensemble.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take ENG-080 RED-080; Option: Take DRE-097(S23642); Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DRA-131: Acting II

This course provides additional hands-on practice in the actor's craft. Emphasis is placed on further analysis, characterization, growth, and training for acting competence. Upon completion, students should be able to explore their creativity in an acting ensemble.

Requisites:
Take DRA-130; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

DRA-145: Stage Make-Up

This course covers the research, design, selection of materials, and application of stage make-up, prosthetics, wigs, and hairpieces. Emphasis is placed on the development of techniques, style, and presentation of the finished make-up. Upon completion, students should be able to create and apply make-up, prosthetics, and hairpieces.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

ECO-151: Survey of Economics

This course, for those who have not received credit for ECO 251 or 252, introduces basic concepts of micro- and macroeconomics. Topics include supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, prices and wages, money, interest rates, banking system, unemployment, inflation, taxes, government spending, and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to explain alternative solutions for economic problems faced by private and government sectors.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ECO-251: Principles of Microeconomics

This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industry in the market economy. Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market structures, factor markets, income distribution, market failure, and government intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer and business alternatives in order to efficiently achieve economic objectives.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ECO-252: Principles of Macroeconomics

This course introduces economic analysis of aggregate employment, income, and prices. Topics include major schools of economic thought; aggregate supply and demand; economic measures, fluctuations, and growth; money and banking; stabilization techniques; and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate national economic components, conditions, and alternatives for achieving socioeconomic goals.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDT-116: Electroneurodiagnostic Technology Clinical Experience

This course provides clinical experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic or physician's office setting, under the supervision of a qualified technologist or qualified physician. Emphasis is placed on qualified interaction between patients/family and hospital personnel and optimal skill level development in electroneurodiagnostic procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct themselves professionally in a clinical setting and conduct optimal electroneurodiagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians.

Requisites:
Take EDT-118; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:12
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:36

EDT-120: Intra-Operative Neuro Monitoring and Evoked Potentials

This course provides additional knowledge and skills in the special testing procedure of Intra-Operative Neuro-Monitoring (IONM). Emphasis is placed on the application of skills associated with neurological testing procedures with special focus on Intra-Operative Neuro Monitoring and Evoked Potentials (EP). Upon completion, students should be able to conduct themselves professionally in a clinical setting and conduct optimal IONM and EP procedures as ordered by physicians.

Requisites:
Take EDT-114(S16312); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:7
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:15
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-119: Introduction to Early Childhood Education

This course introduces the foundations of culturally responsive, equitable and inclusive early childhood education, planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences, learning activities, and teaching strategies for indoor and outdoor environments for all young children, guidance techniques, and professionalism. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning standards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, guidance techniques, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon completion, students should be able to implement developmentally appropriate environments, guidance techniques, schedules, and teaching strategies across developmental domains to support culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse children and their families in inclusive settings, and design a personal career/professional development plan.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:4
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-131: Child, Family, and Community

This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children birth through adolescence, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child. This course covers the development of partnerships between culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing, and supporting, respectful, relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children birth through adolescence, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-144: Child Development I

This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-145: Child Development II

This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-146: Child Guidance

This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate developmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/supportive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socioeconomic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assessments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate direct/indirect strategies to encourage social skills, self-regulation, emotional expression and positive behaviors while recognizing the relationship between children's social, emotional and cognitive development.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-151: Creative Activities

This course introduces developmentally supportive, diverse, equitable, and inclusive creative learning environments with attention to divergent thinking, creative problem-solving, evidence-based teaching practices, and open-ended learning materials and activities that align with the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Emphasis is placed on best practices providing process-driven culturally diverse, learning experiences in art, music, creative movement, dance, and dramatic play integrated across all domains and academic content in indoor/outdoor environments for every young child age birth through age eight. Upon completion, students should be able to observe, examine, create, adapt, and advocate for developmentally appropriate creative learning materials, experiences, and environments for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-153: Health, Safety and Nutrition

This course covers promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of every child. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, health benefits of active play, recognition and reporting of abuse/neglect, and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply knowledge of NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development for health, safety, nutritional needs and safe learning environments.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-157: Active Play

This course introduces physical activities to promote the development of children with diverse abilities, birth through middle childhood. Topics include active play, outdoor learning, design of the environment, development of play skills, loose parts play, nature play, risk/benefit assessment, advocacy, and family/community connection. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the stages of play, the role of teachers in play, active play environments, advocate for the child's right to play, and plan and assess culturally responsive, equitable and developmentally appropriate experiences using NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-162: Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education

This course introduces the research, benefits, goals, and ethical considerations associated with observation and formative assessment in early childhood education. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of multiple observation/assessment strategies including anecdotal records, event samples, rating scales, and portfolios to identify specific needs of individual children with diverse abilities and to create appropriate learning experiences. Upon completion, students should be able to practice responsible assessment and effectively use tools to assess the child, teacher practices and indoor and outdoor environments to enhance programming; and explain the importance of assessment partnerships with families and other professionals.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-163: Classroom Management and Instruction

This course examines classroom management and evidence-based instructional strategies that create supportive learning environments to provide culturally, linguistically and developmentally appropriate guidance for school-age populations. Topics include classroom management and organization, teaching strategies, individual student differences and learning styles, ongoing systematic observation, and developmentally appropriate classroom guidance techniques. Upon completion, student should be able to utilize developmentally appropriate behavior management, utilize high-quality instructional strategies that enhance the teaching/learning process and promote students' academic success.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-187: Teaching and Learning for All

This course introduces students to knowledge, concepts, and best practices needed to provide developmentally appropriate, effective, inclusive, and culturally responsive educational experiences in the classroom. Topics include growth and development, learning theory, student motivation, teaching diverse learners, classroom management, inclusive environments, student-centered practices, instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, observation/assessment techniques, educational planning, reflective practice, collaboration, cultural competence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, roles, and responsibilities of an effective educator as defined by state and national professional teaching standards.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-216: Foundations of Education

This course introduces the examination of the American educational systems and the teaching profession. Topics include the historical and philosophical influences on education, various perspectives on educational issues, and experiences in birth through grade 12 classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to reflect on classroom observations, analyze the different educational approaches, including classical/traditional and progressive, and have knowledge of the various roles of educational systems at the federal, state and local level.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-221: Children With Exceptionalities

This course covers atypical patterns of child development, inclusive/diverse settings, evidenced-based educational/family plans, differentiated instruction, adaptive materials, and assistive technology. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics of exceptionalities and delays, early intervention/special education, transitions, observation, developmental screening, formative assessment of children, and collaborating with families and community partners. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize diverse abilities, describe the referral process, identify community resources, explain the importance of collaboration with families/professionals, and develop appropriate strategies/adaptations to support children in all environments with best practices as defined by laws, policies and the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take EDU-144(S25341) EDU-145(S25342); Option: Take PSY-244(S12069) PSY-245(S11997); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-234: Infants, Toddlers, and Twos

This course covers the development of high-quality, individualized, responsive/engaging relationships and experiences for infants, toddlers, and twos. Emphasis is placed on typical and atypical child development, working with diverse families to provide positive, supportive, and engaging early learning activities and interactions through field experiences and the application of the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate responsive curriculum planning, respectful relationships and exposure to a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences/materials that support a foundation for healthy development and growth of culturally, linguistically and ability diverse children birth to 36 months.

Requisites:
Take EDU-119(S24238); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-235: School-Age Development and Programs

This course includes developmentally appropriate practices in group settings for school-age children. Emphasis is placed on principles of development, environmental planning, and positive guidance techniques and program development. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss developmental principles for culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse children ages five to twelve and plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs and activities.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-250: Teacher Licensure Preparation

This course provides information and strategies necessary for transfer to a teacher licensure program at a senior institution. Topics include entry level teacher licensure exam preparation, performance based assessment systems, requirements for entry into teacher education programs, the process to become a licensed teacher in North Carolina, and professionalism including expectations within the field of education. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize educational terminology and demonstrate knowledge of teacher licensure processes including exam preparation, technology based portfolio assessment, and secondary admissions processes to the school of education at a senior institution.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take ENG-111(S25433) MAT-143(S24995); Option: Take ENG-111(S25433) MAT-152(S24996); Option: Take ENG-111(S25433) MAT-171(S25432); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-251: Exploration Activities

This course covers fundamental concepts in the content areas of science, technology, engineering, math, and social studies through investigative experiences aligned with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Emphasis is placed on exploring fundamental concepts, scope and sequence, and teaching strategies to engage each child through play and open-ended discovery in indoor/outdoor environments. Upon completion, students should be able to understand major concepts in each content area and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, equitable, and inclusive experiences for all young children.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-261: Early Childhood Administration I

This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and supporting child care administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program policies and procedures.

Requisites:
Take EDU-119(S24238); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-262: Early Childhood Administration II

This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood programs, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs.

Requisites:
Take EDU-119(S24238) EDU-261(S25391); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-263: School-Age Program Administration

This course introduces the methods and procedures for development and administration of school-age programs in the public or proprietary setting. Emphasis is placed on the construction and organization of the physical environment. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, develop and administer a quality school-age program.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-270: Effective Instructional Environments

This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to create, manage, and assess effective instructional environments, learning attitudes, and behaviors for today's diverse learning population. null Topics include organizing the learning environment, fostering positive learning attitudes, supporting healthy stakeholder partnerships, engaging students using effective differentiated instruction, guiding, and managing student behaviors, and assessing student progress. null null Upon completion of this course, learners will demonstrate effective dispositions of the professional educator that include managing schedules, spaces, and resources, promoting supportive learning mindsets, engaging students with diverse instructional strategies, guiding student behaviors to maximize both the instructional and social climate, and analyzing and effectively responding to student progress.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-272: Technology, Data, and Assessment

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to utilize digital instructional technologies and technology-based assessments to plan and implement appropriate educational experiences and interventions in the classroom. Topics include educational technology to enhance instruction, instructional technologies for teaching, technology-based assessment, formative and summative assessments, data to inform practice, and ethical practices for technology and assessment. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate effective integration of educational technology into classroom practice, appropriate use of technology-based assessments, and practical application of data to inform educational planning and interventions.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-277: Integrated Curriculum and Instructional Strategies: Math/Science

This course is designed to provide learners with the content knowledge, instructional methods/materials, and assessment techniques needed to provide research-based math and science K - 12 instruction. null Topics include essential math and science concepts and skills, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, technology enhanced lesson planning, formative/summative assessments, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, and reflective practice. null Upon completion, learners will be able to plan, implement, assess, and reflect on developmentally appropriate math and science instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study, other professional and national standards.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-278: Integrated Curriculum and Instructional Strategies: Social Studies/ELA

This course is designed to provide learners with the content knowledge, instructional methods/materials, and assessment techniques needed to provide research-based social studies and ELA K -12 instruction. null Topics include essential social studies and ELA concepts and skills, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, technology enhanced lesson planning, formative/summative assessments, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, and reflective practice. null Upon completion, learners will be able to plan, implement, assess, and reflect on developmentally appropriate social studies and ELA instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study, other professional and national standards.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-279: Literacy Development and Instruction

This course is designed to provide students with concepts and skills of literacy development, instructional methods/materials and assessment techniques needed to provide scientifically-based, systematic reading and writing instruction into educational practice. null Topics include literacy concepts, reading and writing development, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally-responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, lesson planning, formative/summative assessment, recognizing reading difficulties, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, classroom implementation, and reflective practice. null Upon completion, students should be able to plan, implement, assess, evaluate, and demonstrate developmentally appropriate literacy instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study and other state and national standards.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-280: Language and Literacy Experiences

This course provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing language and literacy experiences that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Topics include developmental sequences for children's emergent receptive and expressive language, print concepts, appropriate observations/assessments, literacy enriched environments, quality selection of diverse literature, interactive media, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate language and literacy experiences for children who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-282: Early Childhood Literature

This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature and language in the early childhood curriculum. Topics include the history and selection of developmentally appropriate children's literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language and literacy in the classroom. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud, puppetry, flannel board use, and other techniques for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-283: Educator Preparation Practicum

This course is designed to allow learners to demonstrate acquired skills and competencies in a developmentally appropriate learning environment. Topics include dispositions of effective teachers, portfolio assessment development, reflective practice, teaching methods, assessment strategies, and professional practices based on state and national Teaching Standards. null Upon completion, learners should be able to provide a portfolio assessment with evidence of ethical/professional standards, respect for a diverse population in learning environments, content knowledge, appropriate guidance intervention, and grade-level technology enhanced lesson planning/assessments through practices in the classroom environment.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EDU-284: Early Childhood Capstone Practicum

This course is designed to allow students to demonstrate acquired skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/engaging families; and modeling reflective and professional practices based on national and state guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development to demonstrate developmentally appropriate plans/assessments, appropriate guidance techniques and ethical/professional behaviors, including the use of appropriate technology, as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty assessments.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take EDU-119(S24238) EDU-144(S24559) EDU-145(S24560) EDU-146(S24561) EDU-151(S24562); Option: Take EDU-119(S24238) PSY-244(S12069) PSY-245(S11997) EDU-146(S24561) EDU-151(S24562); Option: Take EDU-119(S24238) EDU-144(S24559) PSY-245(S11997) EDU-146(S24561) EDU-151(S24562); Option: Take EDU-119(S24238) PSY-244(S12069) EDU-145(S24560) EDU-146(S24561) EDU-151(S24562); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:9
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-055: English for Special Purposes

This course will provide instruction in academic and professional language for non-native speakers of English. Emphasis is placed on development of integrated language use for carrying out a specific academic task. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate improved language skills for participation and success within the particular topic area.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-061: Listening/Speaking I

This course is designed to provide the basic oral/aural language skills needed for essential daily conversation on campus and in the community. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary building, communication in various social and academic situations, and various spoken grammatical skills. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and understand English dealing with routine topics using basic syntax and vocabulary skills.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-062: Listening/Speaking II

This course is designed to enhance intermediate listening and speaking skills of non-native speakers of English. Emphasis is placed on the ability to hold extended conversation and on the ability to understand extended spoken discourse. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate improved listening skills and strategies in a variety of settings.

Requisites:
Take EFL-061; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-063: Listening/Speaking III

This course is designed to increase the ability and confidence of high intermediate-level non-native speakers of English in verbal expression and listening comprehension. Emphasis is placed on listening/speaking skills which would be appropriate for group discussions, oral presentations, and note taking. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully participate in high intermediate-level listening and speaking activities.

Requisites:
Take EFL-062; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-064: Listening-Speaking IV

This course is designed to prepare advanced-level non-native speakers of English for academic and professional speaking and listening activities. Emphasis is placed on learning and practicing strategies of effective oral expression and comprehension of spoken discourse in informal and formal settings. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in activities appropriate to academic and professional settings.

Requisites:
Take EFL-063; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-071: Reading I

This course is designed to help those literacy skills achieve reading fluency in English at the beginning level. Emphasis is placed on basic academic and cultural vocabulary and reading strategies which include self-monitoring, and recognizing organizational styles and context clues. Upon completion, students should be able to use these strategies to read and comprehend basic academic, narrative, and expository texts.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0