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EFL-082: Grammar II

This course provides non-native speakers of English with a variety of basic grammatical concepts which enrich language skills and comprehension. Emphasis is on key low-intermediate grammatical structures and opportunities for practice which incorporate grammatical knowledge into various skills areas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate by written and oral means the comprehension and correct usage of specified grammatical concepts

Requisites:
Take EFL-081; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-083: Grammar III

This course is designed to provide high-intermediate non-native speakers of English with a knowledge of grammatical structures that improves academic communication. Emphasis is placed on using high-intermediate grammatical structures in meaningful contexts through exercises integrating the use of newly acquired structures with previously learned structures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate improved proficiency, comprehension, and grammatical accuracy.

Requisites:
Take EFL-082; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-084: Grammar IV

This course is designed to give non-native speakers of English a full understanding of advanced grammatical structures and techniques. Emphasis is placed on oral and written communicative fluency through the study of advanced grammatical forms. Upon completion, students should be able to incorporate the structures covered in both spoken and written form, demonstrating improved proficiency, comprehension, and grammatical accuracy.

Requisites:
Take EFL-083; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-091: Composition I

This course introduces basic sentence structure and writing paragraphs. Emphasis is placed on word order, verb tense-aspect system, auxiliaries, word forms, and simple organization and basic transitions in writing paragraphs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of grammar and ability to write English paragraphs using appropriate vocabulary, organization, and transitions.

Requisites:
Take EFL-081; Take either previously or concurrently. Recommended.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-092: Composition II

This course provides preparation in low-intermediate academic and general-purpose writing. Emphasis is placed on writing as a process, paragraph development, and basic essay organization. Upon completion, students should be able to write and independently edit and use the major elements of the writing process, sentence, paragraph, and essay.

Requisites:
Take EFL-091; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-093: Composition III

This course covers intermediate-level academic and general-purpose writing. Emphasis is placed on the writing process, content, organization, and language use in formal academic compositions in differing rhetorical modes. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use the writing process in a variety of rhetorical modes.

Requisites:
Take EFL-092; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-094: Composition IV

This course prepares low-advanced non-native speakers of English to determine the purpose of their writing and to write paragraphs and essays to fulfill that purpose. Emphasis is placed on unity, coherence, completeness, audience, the writing process, and the grammatical forms and punctuation appropriate for each kind of writing. Upon completion, students should be able to write unified, coherent, and complete paragraphs and essays which are grammatical and appropriate for the intended audience.

Requisites:
Take EFL-093; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EFL-095: Composition V

This course is designed to prepare advanced non-native speakers of English for college-level composition courses. Emphasis is placed on the study and process of writing formal essays and research papers and the analysis of literary, expository, and descriptive writings. Upon completion, students should be able to write and analyze professional and peer compositions and apply basic research principles.

Requisites:
Take EFL-094; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:5
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-115: Introduction to Technology

This course introduces the basic skills and career fields for technicians. Topics include career options, technical vocabulary, dimensional analysis, measurement systems, engineering graphics, calculator applications, professional ethics, safety practices, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic technologies, prepare drawings and sketches, and perform computations using a scientific calculator. This course is an introduction to CAD using AutoCAD software.

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

EGR-115A: Introduction to Technology Laboratory

This course provides a laboratory setting for EGR 111. Emphasis is placed on developing skills in dimensional analysis, measurement systems, engineering graphics, and calculator applications. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in EGR 115.

Requisites:
Take EGR-115(S20666); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-125: Applications Software for Tech

This course introduces personal computer software and teaches students how to customize the software for technical applications. Emphasis is placed on the use of common office applications software programs such as spreadsheets, word processing, graphics, and internet access. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency in using applications software to solve technical problems and communicate the results in text and graphical formats.

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

EGR-150: Introduction to Engineering

This course is an overview of the engineering profession. Topics include goal setting and career assessment, ethics, public safety, the engineering method and design process, written and oral communication, interpersonal skills and team building, and computer applications. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the engineering process, the engineering profession, and utilize college resources to meet their educational goals.

Requisites:
Take MAT-171(S25432) MAT-172(S23935) or MAT-271(S26092); Take previously. Required.Take ENG-111(S25433); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-212: Logic System Design I

This course provides an introduction to digital circuits and analysis. Topics include Boolean Algebra; mixed logic; design of combinational circuits; introduction to sequential systems; and MSI building blocks. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and design digital circuits and systems.

Requisites:
Take MAT-271(S13631) PHY-251(S12543); Take previously. Required.Take PHY-251(S12543); Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.Take MAT-272(S23940); Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-220: Engineering Statics

This course introduces the concepts of engineering based on forces in equilibrium. Topics include concentrated forces, distributed forces, forces due to friction, and inertia as they apply to machines, structures, and systems. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems which require the ability to analyze systems of forces in static equilibrium.

Requisites:
Take PHY-251(S12543); Take previously. Required.Take MAT-272(S13612); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.Take PHY-251(S12543); Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.Take MAT-273(S23941); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.Take MAT-272(S23940); Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-225: Engineering Dynamics

This course introduces the concepts of engineering based on the analysis of motion in Cartesian, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems. Topics include the two and three dimensional motion of particles and rigid bodies, the forces associated with that motion, and relative motion between two coordinate systems. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems which require the ability to analyze the motion and forces involved in a dynamic system.

Requisites:
Take EGR-220; Take previously. Required.Take MAT-273(S13616); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.Take EGR-220; Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-251: Statics

This course covers the concepts and principles of statics. Topics include systems of forces and moments on structures in two- and three-dimensions in equilibrium. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze forces and moments on structures.

Requisites:
Take MAT-121(S23927) MAT-171(S23934) or MAT-271(S23939); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-252: Strength of Materials

This course covers the principles and concepts of stress analysis. Topics include centroids, moments of inertia, shear/moment diagrams, and stress and strain. Upon completion, students should be able to perform a stress and strain analysis on structural components.

Requisites:
Take EGR-251; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

EGR-285: Design Project

This course provides the opportunity to design an instructor-approved project using previously acquired skills. Emphasis is placed on selection, proposal, design, testing, and documentation of the approved project. Upon completion, students should be able to present and demonstrate projects.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take EGR-251; Option: Take ELN-260(S21655); Option: Take HYD-180(S23491); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-111: Introduction to Electricity

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity and test equipment to non-electrical/electronics majors. Topics include basic DC and AC principles (voltage, resistance, current, impedance); components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors); power; and operation of test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits using electrical test equipment.

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

ELC-112: DC/AC Electricity

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, and analyze simple DC/AC circuits.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-113: Residential Wiring

This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in residential electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical print reading; planning, layout; and installation of electrical distribution equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors; branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and electrical distribution equipment associated with residential electrical installations.

Requisites:
Take ELC-118; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-114: Commercial Wiring

This course provides instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with commercial electrical installations. Topics include the NEC; safety; electrical blueprints; planning, layout, and installation of equipment and conduits; and wiring devices such as panels and overcurrent devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install equipment and conduit associated with commercial electrical installations.

Requisites:
Take ELC-118; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-115: Industrial Wiring

This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to install industrial systems and equipment.

Requisites:
Take ELC-114(S23519) ELC-119; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-117: Motors and Controls

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take ELC-112(S23481); Option: Take ELC-131(S23482); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-118: National Electrical Code

This course covers the use of the current National Electrical Code. Topics include the NEC history, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, materials, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use the NEC.

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

ELC-119: NEC Calculations

This course covers branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations. Emphasis is placed on sections of the National Electrical Code related to calculations. Upon completion, students should be able to use appropriate code sections to size wire, conduit, and overcurrent devices for branch circuits, feeders, and service.

Requisites:
Take ELC-118; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-121: Electrical Estimating

This course covers the principles involved in estimating electrical projects. Topics include take-offs of materials and equipment, labor, overhead, and profit. Upon completion, students should be able to estimate simple electrical projects.

Requisites:
Take ELC-114(S23519) BPR-130(S23275); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-125: Diagrams and Schematics

This course covers the interpretation of electrical diagrams, schematics, and drawings common to electrical applications. Emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and schematics. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics.

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

ELC-127: Software for Technicians

This course introduces computer software which can be used to solve electrical/electronics problems. Topics include electrical/electronics calculations and applications. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize a personal computer for electrical/electronics- related applications.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-128: Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller

This course introduces the programmable logic controller (PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies, surge protection, selection/installation of controllers, and interfacing of controllers with equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to understand basic PLC systems and create simple programs.

Requisites:
Take ELC-117(S23521) or ELN-231(S21639); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-131: Circuit Analysis I

This course introduces DC and AC electricity with an emphasis on circuit analysis, measurements, and operation of test equipment. Topics include DC and AC principles, circuit analysis laws and theorems, components, test equipment operation, circuit simulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret circuit schematics; design, construct, verify, and analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment.

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

ELC-131A: Circuit Analysis I Lab

This course provides laboratory assignments as applied to fundamental principles of DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on measurements and evaluation of electrical components, devices and circuits. Upon completion, the students will gain hands-on experience by measuring voltage, current, and opposition to current flow utilizing various meters and test equipment.

Requisites:
Take ELC-131(S13459); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-134: Transformer Applications

This course covers single- and three-phase transformer applications as found in industrial/commercial buildings and machinery. Topics include transformer principles, single- and three-phase calculations, and connections. Upon completion, students should be able to understand single-and three-phase transformers, make transformer connections, and make calculations.

Requisites:
Take ELC-117(S23521); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-220: Photovoltaic System Technology

This course introduces the concepts, tools, techniques, and materials needed to understand systems that convert solar energy into electricity with photovoltaic (PV) technologies. Topics include site analysis for system integration, building codes, and advances in photovoltaic technology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of photovoltaic technology and current applications.

Requisites:
Take ALT-120; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-221: Advanced Photovoltaic System Designs

This course introduces specific elements in photovoltaic (PV) systems technologies including efficiency, modules, inverters, charge controllers, batteries, and system installation. Topics include National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical specifications, photovoltaic system components, array design and power integration requirements that combine to form a unified structure. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of various photovoltaic designs and proper installation of NEC compliant solar electric power systems.

Requisites:
Take ELC-220; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-228: Programmable Logic Controllers Applications

This course covers programming and applications of programmable logic controllers. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques, networking, specialty I/O modules, and system troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to specify, implement, and maintain complex PLC controlled systems.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

ELC-229: Applications Project

This course provides an individual and/or integrated team approach to a practical project as approved by the instructor. Topics include project selection and planning, implementation and testing, and a final presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and implement an applications-oriented project.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-110: Survey of Electronics

This course introduces fundamental electrical and electronic concepts for non-electronic majors. Emphasis is placed on terminology and devices used in basic electronic and digital applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a grasp of the fundamentals of modern electronic circuits.

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

ELN-112: Diesel Electronics System

This course introduces electronic theory and applications as used in medium and heavy duty vehicles. Emphasis is placed on the basic function and operation of semiconductor and integrated circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to identify electronic components, explain their use and function, and use meters and flow charts to diagnose and repair systems.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-131: Analog Electronics I

This course introduces the characteristics and applications of semiconductor devices and circuits. Emphasis is placed on analysis, selection, biasing, and applications. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot analog circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment.

Requisites:
Take ELC-131(S23482) or ELC-112(S23481); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-132: Analog Electronics II

This course covers additional applications of analog electronic circuits with an emphasis on analog and mixed signal integrated circuits (IC). Topics include amplification, filtering, oscillation, voltage regulation, and other analog circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot analog electronic circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment.

Requisites:
Take ELN-131(S23487); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-133: Digital Electronics

This course covers combinational and sequential logic circuits. Topics include number systems, Boolean algebra, logic families, medium scale integration (MSI) and large scale integration (LSI) circuits, analog to digital (AD) and digital to analog (DA) conversion, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot digital circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take DRE-098(S23643); Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.Take 1 group; Option: Take DMA-010 DMA-020 DMA-030 DMA-040(S23170) DMA-050(S23171) DMA-060(S23172); Option: Take MAT-003; Option: Take MAT-025; Option: Take MAT-035; Option: Take MAT-110(S26398); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-137: Electronic Devices & Circuits

This course covers diodes, transistors, linear integrated circuits, and IC voltage regulators. Topics include power supplies, switching circuits, amplifiers, oscillators, active filters, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and troubleshoot circuits using schematic diagrams, appropriate test equipment, and manufacturer's data sheets

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:4
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-150: Computer-Aided Drafting for Electronics

This course introduces computer-aided drafting (CAD) with an emphasis on applications in the electronics field. Topics include electronics industry standards (symbols, schematic diagrams, layouts); drawing electronic circuit diagrams; and specialized electronic drafting practices and components such as resistors, capacitors, and ICs. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare electronic drawings with CAD software.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-215: Semiconductor Physics

This course introduces solid state physics and emphasizes semiconductors. Topics include quantum physics, the atom, solid state devices, and semiconductor and integrated circuit fabrication techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these principles of physics to basic semiconductor fabrication.

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

ELN-231: Industrial Controls

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of control of rotating machinery and associated peripheral devices. Topics include rotating machine theory, ladder logic, electromechanical and solid state relays, motor controls, pilot devices, three-phase power systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret schematics and demonstrate an understanding of electromechanical and electronic control of rotating machinery.

Requisites:
Take ELC-131(S23482) or ELC-112(S23481); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-232: Introduction to Microprocessors

This course introduces microprocessor architecture and microcomputer systems including memory and input/output interfacing. Topics include low-level language programming, bus architecture, I/O systems, memory systems, interrupts, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot fundamental microprocessor circuits and programs using appropriate techniques and test equipment.

Requisites:
Take ELN-133(S23488); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-233: Microprocessor Systems

This course covers the application and design of microprocessor control systems. Topics include control and interfacing of systems using AD/DA, serial/parallel I/O, communication protocols, and other related applications. Upon completion, students should be able to design, construct, program, verify, analyze, and troubleshoot fundamental microprocessor interface and control circuits using related equipment.

Requisites:
Take CSC-133(S21065) ELN-232(S21640); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-234: Communication Systems

This course introduces the fundamentals of electronic communication systems. Topics include the frequency spectrum, electrical noise, modulation techniques, characteristics of transmitters and receivers, and digital communications. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret analog and digital communication circuit diagrams, analyze transmitter and receiver circuits, and use appropriate communication test equipment.

Requisites:
Take ELN-131(S23487); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-235: Data Communication Systems

This course covers data communication systems and the transmission of digital information from source to destination. Topics include data transmission systems, interfaces and modems, protocols, networks, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts associated with data communication systems.

Requisites:
Take ELC-112(S23481) or ELC-131(S23482); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ELN-260: Programmable Logic Controllers

This course provides a detailed study of PLC applications, with a focus on design of industrial controls using the PLC. Topics include PLC components, memory organization, math instructions, documentation, input/output devices, and applying PLCs in industrial control systems. Upon completion, students should be able to select and program a PLC system to perform a wide variety of industrial control functions.

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

ELN-275: Troubleshooting

This course covers techniques of analyzing and repairing failures in electronic equipment. Topics include safety, signal tracing, use of service manuals, and specific troubleshooting methods for analog, digital, and other electronics-based circuits and systems. Upon completion, students should be able to logically diagnose and isolate faults and perform necessary repairs to meet manufacturers' specifications.

Requisites:
Take ELN-131(S23487); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-110: EMT

This course introduces basic emergency medical care. Topics include preparatory, airway, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma, infants and children, and operations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve North Carolina State or National Registry EMT certification.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:9
Class Credits:6
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:3

EMS-122: EMS Clinical Practicum I

This course provides the introductory hospital clinical experience for the paramedic student. Emphasis is placed on mastering fundamental paramedic skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency with fundamental paramedic level skills.

Requisites:
Take EMS-110(S25182); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:3

EMS-125: EMS Instructor Methodology

This course covers the information needed to develop and instruct EMS courses. Topics include instructional methods, lesson plan development, time management skills, and theories of adult learning. Upon completion, students should be able to teach EMS courses and meet the North Carolina EMS requirements for instructor methodology. Students must be admitted into the Emergency Medical Science program to be able to register for this course.

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

EMS-130: Pharmacology

This course introduces the fundamental principles of pharmacology and medication administration and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include medical terminology, pharmacological concepts, weights, measures, drug calculations, vascular access for fluids and medication administration and legislation. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately calculate drug dosages, properly administer medications, and demonstrate general knowledge of pharmacology.

Requisites:
Take EMS-110(S25182); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-131: Advanced Airway Management

This course is designed to provide advanced airway management techniques and is required for paramedic certification. Topics must meet current guidelines for advanced airway management in the pre-hospital setting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly utilize all airway adjuncts and pharmacology associated with airway control and maintenance.

Requisites:
Take EMS-110(S25182); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-140: Rescue Scene Management

This course introduces rescue scene management. Topics include response to hazardous material conditions, incident command, and extrication of patients from a variety of situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage rescue operations based upon initial and follow-up scene assessment. Students must be admitted into the Emergency Medical Science program to be able to register for this course.

Requisites:
None
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-140A: Rescue Scene Skills Lab

This course is designed to provide enhanced rescue scene skills for EMS providers. Emphasis is placed on advanced rescue scene evolutions including hazardous materials and major incident response. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills necessary to safely effect patients rescue in a variety of situations.

Requisites:
Take EMS-140(S16340); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-160: Cardiology I

This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, electrophysiology, and rhythm interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret rhythms.

Requisites:
Take EMS-110(S25182); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-210: Advanced Patient Assessment

This course covers advanced patient assessment techniques and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include initial assessment, medical-trauma history, field impression, complete physical exam process, on-going assessment, and documentation skills. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic communication skills and record and report collected patient data.

Requisites:
Take EMS-110(S25182); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-220: Cardiology II

This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment of cardiac emergencies, cardiac pharmacology, and patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to manage the cardiac patient.

Requisites:
Take EMS-122(S25185) EMS-130(S25187) EMS-160(S25189); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:2
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-221: EMS Clinical Practicum II

This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on increasing the proficiency of students' skills and abilities in patient assessments and the delivery of care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care.

Requisites:
Take EMS-121(S25184) or EMS-122(S25185); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:6

EMS-231: EMS Clinical Practicum III

This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the students' skills and abilities in providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care.

Requisites:
Take EMS-221(S25191); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:9

EMS-235: EMS Management

This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service system. Topics include structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship, finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal issues, and other topics relevant to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of managing emergency medical service delivery systems.

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

EMS-240: Patients With Special Challenges

This course includes concepts of crisis intervention and techniques of interacting with patients with special challenges and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate intervention and interaction for neglected, abused, terminally ill, chronically ill, technology assisted, bariatric, physically challenged, mentally challenged, or assaulted patients as well as behavioral emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage the care of patients with special challenges.

Requisites:
Take EMS-122(S23872) EMS-130(S23874); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-241: EMS Clinical Practicum IV

This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on mastering the skills/competencies required of the paramedic providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to provide advanced-level patient care as an entry-level paramedic.

Requisites:
Take EMS-231(S25192); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:12

EMS-250: Medical Emergencies

This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate interventions/treatments for disorders/diseases/injuries affecting the following systems: respiratory, neurological, abdominal/gastrointestinal, endocrine, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and immunological as well as toxicology, infectious diseases and diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, assess and manage the care of frequently encountered medical conditions based upon initial patient assessment.

Requisites:
Take EMS-122(S23872) EMS-130(S23874); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-260: Trauma Emergencies

This course provides in-depth study of trauma including pharmacological interventions for conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include an overview of thoracic, abdominal, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurological, and multi-system trauma, soft tissue trauma of the head, neck, and face as well as environmental emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage trauma situations based upon patient assessment and should adhere to standards of care.

Requisites:
Take EMS-122(S23872) EMS-130(S23874); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-270: Life Span Emergencies

This course covers medical/ethical/legal issues and the spectrum of age-specific emergencies from conception through death required for paramedic certification. Topics include gynecological, obstetrical, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric emergencies and pharmacological therapeutics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and treat age-specific emergencies.

Requisites:
Take EMS-122(S25185) EMS-130(S25187); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

EMS-280: EMS Bridging Course

This course is designed to provide currently credentialed state or national Paramedic students with the most current education trends in Paramedic Practice. Emphasis is placed on transitions in healthcare. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate emerging trends in pre-hospital care.

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

EMS-285: EMS Capstone

This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate problem-solving skills as a team leader in simulated patient scenarios and is required for paramedic certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, integration of didactic and psychomotor skills, and effective performance in simulated emergency situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and appropriately respond to a variety of EMS-related events.

Requisites:
Take EMS-220(S16342) EMS-250(S11267) EMS-260(S10208); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:2
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:3
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-025: College English Skills

This course provides the skills necessary for success in college English courses. Topics include reading and writing processes and strategies, such as critical thinking, text analysis, idea development, and application of writing conventions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze readings and produce unified, coherent, well-developed paragraphs and essays using appropriate document design and standard written English while developing positive academic habits, learning strategies, and a growth mindset.

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

ENG-045: English Skills Support

ENG-045 is designated for students taking ENG-111. This course provides academic support for the successful completion of gateway English courses by supplementing and reinforcing classroom instruction. Emphasis is placed on developing a growth mindset, expanding skills in active reading and writing processes, applying editing and revision strategies, exercising standard writing conventions through contextualized instruction, and ethically using appropriate technology when reading and writing. Upon completion, students should be able to apply active reading strategies to college-level texts and produce unified, well-developed essays using standard written English.

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

ENG-110: Freshman Composition

This course is designed to develop informative and business writing skills. Emphasis is placed on logical organization of writing, including effective introductions and conclusions, precise use of grammar, and appropriate selection and use of sources. Upon completion, students should be able to produce clear, concise, well-organized short papers.

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

ENG-111: Writing and Inquiry

This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course will also introduce students to the skills needed to produce a college-level research essay.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take DRE-098(S23643); Option: Take ENG-002; From rule DMINP2; Option: Take ENG-025; From rule DMINC; Option: Take ENG-045; Option: Take ENG-011; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.Take 1 group; Option: Take DRE-098(S23643); Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-025; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-112: Writing and Research in the Disciplines

This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines.

Requisites:
Take ENG-111(S25433); Take previously. Required.Take ENG-111(S24022); Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-114: Professional Research & Reporting

This course, the second in a series of two, is designed to teach professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on research, listening, critical reading and thinking, analysis, interpretation, and design used in oral and written presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to work individually and collaboratively to produce well-designed business and professional written and oral presentations.

Requisites:
Take ENG-111(S13673); Take previously. Required.Take ENG-111(S13673); Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-125: Creative Writing I

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to practice the art of creative writing. Emphasis is placed on writing, fiction, poetry, and sketches. Upon completion, students should be able to craft and critique their own writing and critique the writing of others.

Requisites:
Take ENG-111(S13673); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-231: American Literature I

This course covers selected works in American literature from its beginnings to 1865. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S24024) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-232: American Literature II

This course covers selected works in American literature from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S24024) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-241: British Literature I

This course covers selected works in British literature from its beginnings to the Romantic Period. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S24024) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-242: British Literature II

This course covers selected works in British literature from the Romantic Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S13681) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-261: World Literature I

This course introduces selected works from the Pacific, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas from their literary beginnings through the seventeenth century. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to selected works.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S13681) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-262: World Literature II

This course introduces selected works from the Pacific, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas from the eighteenth century to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to selected works.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S13681) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-273: African-American Literature

This course provides a survey of the development of African-American literature from its beginnings to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical and cultural context, themes, literary traditions, and backgrounds of the authors. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to selected texts.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S13681) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

ENG-274: Literature by Women

This course provides an analytical study of the works of several women authors. Emphasis is placed on the historical and cultural contexts, themes and aesthetic features of individual works, and biographical backgrounds of the authors. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and discuss selected works.

Requisites:
Take ENG-112(S13681) ENG-113 or ENG-114(S13706); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

EPT-124: Emergency Management Services Law & Ethics

This course covers federal and state laws that affect emergency service personnel in the event of a natural disaster or terrorist incident. Topics include initial response and long-term management strategies, with an emphasis on legal and ethical considerations and coordination between local, state, and federal agencies. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the role of private industry, government agencies, public policies, and federal/state declarations of disasters in emergency situations.

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

EPT-140: Emergency Management

This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system.

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

EPT-150: Incident Management

This course introduces the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Topics include integrating command and control systems, maintaining communication within command and control systems, and using NIMS procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts necessary for operating within the National Incident Management System.

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

EPT-210: Response & Recovery

This course introduces the basic concepts, operational procedures, and authorities involved in response and recovery efforts to major disasters. Topics include federal, state, and local roles and responsibilities in major disaster, response, and recovery work, with an emphasis on governmental coordination. Upon completion, students should be able to implement a disaster response plan and assess the needs of those involved in a major disaster.

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

EPT-230: Emergency Planning

This course covers the rationale for and methods related to a comprehensive approach to emergency planning. Topics include the emergency planning process, command arrangement, coordination, budgetary issues, environmental contamination issues, and public policy concerns. Upon completion, students should be able to develop an emergency plan for a community.

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

FIP-276: Managing Fire Services

This course provides an overview of fire department operative services referenced in NFPA standard 1021. Topics include finance, staffing, equipment, code enforcement,management information, specialized services, legal issues, planning, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand concepts and apply fire department management and operations principles.

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

FRE-111: Elementary French I

This course introduces the fundamental elements of the French language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written French and demonstrate cultural awareness.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take ENG-090 RED-090; Option: Take DRE-098(S23643); Option: Take ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.Take FRE-181; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

FRE-112: Elementary French II

This course is a continuation of FRE 111 focusing on the fundamental elements of the French language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written French and demonstrate further cultural awareness.

Requisites:
Take FRE-111; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-111; Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-182; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

FRE-181: French Lab 1

This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition of the fundamental elements of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use of supplementary learning media and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written French and demonstrate cultural awareness.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take ENG-090 RED-090; Option: Take DRE-098(S23643); Option: Take ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take ENG-002; Option: Take ENG-025; Option: Take ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.Take FRE-111; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

FRE-182: French Lab 2

This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition of the fundamental elements of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use of supplementary learning media and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written French and demonstrate cultural awareness.

Requisites:
Take FRE-181; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-181; Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-112; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

FRE-211: Intermediate French I

This course provides a review and expansion of the essential skills of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future.

Requisites:
Take FRE-112; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-112; Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-281; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:0
Clinic Credits:0

FRE-281: French Lab 3

This course provides an opportunity to enhance the review and expansion of the essential skills of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts through the use of supplementary learning media and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future.

Requisites:
Take FRE-182; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-182; Minimum grade C; Take previously. Required.Take FRE-211; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0

GEL-111: Geology

This course introduces basic landforms and geological processes. Topics include rocks, minerals, volcanoes, fluvial processes, geological history, plate tectonics, glaciers, and coastal dynamics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe basic geological processes that shape the earth.

Requisites:
Take 1 group; Option: Take MAT-003 ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-025 ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-035 ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-003 ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-025 ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-035 ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-003 ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-025 ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-035 ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-110(S26398) ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-110(S26398) ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-110(S26398) ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-110(S26398) ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-121(S26399) ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-121(S26399) ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-121(S26399) ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-121(S26399) ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-143(S26401) ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-143(S26401) ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-143(S26401) ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-143(S26401) ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-152(S26402) ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-152(S26402) ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-152(S26402) ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-152(S26402) ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-171(S26403) ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-171(S26403) ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-171(S26403) ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-171(S26403) ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-175(S26404) ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-175(S26404) ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-175(S26404) ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-175(S26404) ENG-110(S26392); Option: Take MAT-271(S26092) ENG-002; Option: Take MAT-271(S26092) ENG-025; Option: Take MAT-271(S26092) ENG-111(S26393); Option: Take MAT-271(S26092) ENG-110(S26392); Take previously. Required.
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:3
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0