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Course Descriptions


The numbers in parentheses listed following the course description, Semester Hours:  (3 - 3 - 0), are explained below:

  • The first digit is the number of semester credit hours for the course.
  • The second digit is the number of lecture hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
  • The third digit is the number of laboratory/clinical/internship/practicum hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.

Hours met per week are based on semester-length classes; courses of shorter semesters during such as flex classes, will meet for more hours per week for equivalency.

 
  
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    SLNG 2373 - Latino Interpreting Issues


    Prerequisites: SLNG 1321 

    This course provides a historical and contemporary perspective of Latino cultures with an emphasis on Mexican-American culture. Topics include cultural values, group norms, communication, language differences among Latinos, and standard practices of the interpreting profession.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SLNG 2375 - Interpreting Seminar I


    Prerequisites: SLNG 2401 

    This course is designed to give students the opportunity for skill development. Students will explore their work in order to enchance skills for successful interpretation. This course will be taught as an interactive workshop and students will work both individually and in groups. 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SLNG 2376 - Interpreting Seminar II


    Prerequisites: SLNG 2401 

    This course is designed to give students the opportunity for skill development. Students will explore their work in order to enchance skills for successful interpretation. This course will be taught as an interactive workshop and students will work both individually and in groups. 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SLNG 2389 - Internship - Deaf Support Specialist


    Prerequisites: This is the capstone course and all degree required coursework, as well as any department bechmarks, must be successfully completed with a grade of C or better before a student can register for this course.

    This internship is a work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-16)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SLNG 2401 - Interpreting I


    Prerequisites: Pass department mid-program evaluation.

    An overview of the interpreting process and models of interpretation. Introduces the skills necessary to achieve dynamic message equivalence in interpreting American Sign Language (ASL) to English and English to ASL.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SLNG 2402 - Interpreting II


    Prerequisites: SLNG 2401, Students must take the state BEI Test of English Proficiency Exam

    This course is a continued development of discourse analysis and interpreting skills for increasingly complex tasks. It utilizes consecutive and simultaneous interpreting scenarios including monologues and dialogues, and it emphasizes skill development, self-analysis, and peer evaluation.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SLNG 2403 - Transliterating


    Prerequisites: SLNG 2431  or concurrent enrollment

    A practice-oriented course designed to develop skills necessary for rendering spoken English to a signed English format and signed English to spoken English.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SLNG 2431 - Interpreting III


    Prerequisites: SLNG 2402 

    This is a practice-oriented course designed to strengthen skills in the integration and application of cognitive processing for more complex source material. Continued exposure to simulated interpreting experiences through the use of multimedia materials will be incorporated into classroom activities.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 16.1603


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SOCI 1301 - Introductory Sociology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Introduction to the concepts and principles used in the study of group life, social institutions, and social processes.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.1101.51 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SOCI 1306 - Social Problems


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Application of sociological principles to the major problems of contemporary society, such as inequality, crime and violence, substance abuse, deviance, or family problems.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.1101.52 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SOCI 1370 - Sociology of Death and Dying


    Cross-Listed With: GERS 1391 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course examines the customs, taboos, and historical changes relating to American funeral rites. In addition, the following topics are covered: the role of family structure, social class, religion, ethnicity, heath care, and technological changes. Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.1101.72.25


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SOCI 2301 - Marriage and the Family


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Sociological examination of marriage and family life. Problems of courtship, mate selection, and marriage adjustment in modern American society.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.1101.54 25


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SOCI 2336 - Criminology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Current theories and empirical research pertaining to crime and criminal behavior and its causes, methods of prevention, systems of punishment, and rehabilitation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0401.51 25


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SOCI 2340 - Drug Use and Abuse


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Study of the use and abuse of drugs in today’s society. Emphasizes the physiological, sociological, and psychological factors.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.1101.55 25


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SOCI 2371 - Sociology of Aging


    Cross-Listed With: GERS 1351 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course is designed to study the dynamic interaction between the aging process and the social environment, including sociological perspectives on aging and changing relationships and issues pertaining to the elderly. May include topics such as the consequences of ageism, the variation of experience according to social class, ethnicity, gender, and other age-related policies and alternatives. Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.1101.71 25


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SOCW 2361 - Introduction to Social Work


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Development of the history, philosophy, and practice of social work in the United States, survey of the fields and techniques of social work.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0701.51 24


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SOCW 2362 - Social Welfare as a Social Institution


    Prerequisites: SOCW 2361 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    The study of modern social work, the underlying philosophy and ethics of social work, and the major divisions and types of social work together with their methods and objectives.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0701.52 24


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPAN 1300 - Beginning Conversational Spanish I


    For beginning students whose goal is to learn to communicate orally in Spanish. Students will develop speaking, listening skills, and cultural awareness.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.54 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPAN 1311 - Elementary Spanish I


    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course may additionally include supplementary vocabulary, information and perspective targeted at special populations such as health care, business, criminal justice or other specialized fields.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SPAN 1312 - Elementary Spanish II


    Prerequisites: SPAN 1311  

    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course may additionally include supplementary vocabulary, information and perspective targeted at special populations such as health care, business, criminal justice or other specialized fields.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SPAN 1411 - Elementary Spanish I


    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0905.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPAN 1412 - Elementary Spanish II


    Prerequisites: SPAN 1411 , Placement exam, or departmental approval.

    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course is a continuation of SPAN 1411 .

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0905.51 13


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPAN 2311 - Intermediate Spanish I


    Prerequisites: SPAN 1412 , placement exam, or departmental approval

    This course is a continuation of SPAN 1412 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of Hispanic culture and civilization.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.52 13



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPAN 2312 - Intermediate Spanish II


    Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , placement exam, or departmental approval

    This course is a continuation of SPAN 2311 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of Hispanic culture and civilization.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.0905.52 13



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on theories and practice of communication in interpersonal, small group and public speech. Students learn about communication theory, improve skills in communication with others, and make formal oral presentations.

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.51 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on research, composition, organization, delivery, and analysis of speeches for various purposes and occasions. This course is designed for students who want to improve skills in public speaking. Emphasis is on critical thinking and refining techniques of speaking.

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.53 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on the theories and exercises in verbal and nonverbal communication with focus on interpersonal relationships. Students improve their interpersonal skills by examining issues involving: language, nonverbal communication, culture, listening, conflict resolution, and self-concept. (Excellent for students entering the fields of health care, education or any occupation with a high level of interpersonal exchange.)

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.54 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This course focuses on the application of theories and practice of speech communication as applied to business and professional situations. Students learn the fundamental techniques of business and professional presentations, including organizational and other types of communication used in business settings. Emphasis is on critical thinking, nonverbal communication, listening skills, interviewing, group processes and formal presentations in an organizational environment.

    This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.52 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 1342 - Voice and Diction


    Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2336 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    Physiology and mechanics of effective voice production with practice in articulation, pronunciation, and enunciation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.58 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 1370 - Pronunciation I for Non Native Speakers of English


    This is a course specifically designed to enhance the oral competency of normative English speakers. The focus is on dialect deletion and on pronunciation. Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SPCH 1371 - Pronunciation II for Non-Native Speakers of English


    This course is designed for students wanting additional work with dialect with emphasis on practice in conversational English. Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: No
  
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    SPCH 2333 - Discussion and Small Group Communication


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course focuses on discussion and small group theories and techniques as they relate to group process and interaction. Students will examine and participate in the group process to achieve a better understanding of group dynamics in different environments.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.56 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 2335 - Argumentation and Debate


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    The course covers the principles of argumentation and debate, analysis and discussion of current public questions, briefing, inductive and deductive reasoning, strategy, refutation, and rebuttal in debates.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.59 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    SPCH 2341 - Oral Interpretation


    Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2370 

    This course focuses on theories and techniques in analyzing and interpreting literature. Students will participate in the analysis and oral presentation of various literary forms.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.1001.57 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    TECA 1303 - Families, School, and Community


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    A study of the child, family, community, and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. The course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 13.0101.52 09


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    TECA 1311 - Educating Young Children


    Cross-Listed With: CDEC 1311  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for chidren from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations; and the course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 13.1202.51 09


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    TECA 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focuses on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the Naional Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 13.0101.53 09


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    TECA 1354 - Child Growth and Development


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    A study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 13.1202.52 09


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
 

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