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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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    CJCR 2280 - Cooperative Education - Corrections / Correctional Administration


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course provides for career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through a cooperative agreement between San Antonio College, the employer, and the student. Under the supervision of San Antonio College and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to the corrections field, specific learning objectives guide the student through the work experience.

    Semester Hours: (2 -1- 7)

    CIP: 43.0102

  
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    CJCR 2324 - LE - Community Resources in Corrections


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course is an overview of diversionary practices and treatment programs available to offenders in a local context. Included topics are selected recognized models and future trends in community treatment.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0102

  
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    CJCR 2325 - LE - Legal Aspects of Corrections


    This course is a study of the operation, management, and legal issues affecting corrections. It includes an analysis of constitutional issues involving rights of the convicted as well as civil liability of correctional agencies and staff.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0113

  
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    CJLE 1345 - Intermediate Crime Scene Investigations


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Topics in this course include objectives, preparations, procedures and methods of crime scene searches; value of crime scene sketches and their relationship to crime scene photographs and fingerprints as physical evidence, fingerprint identification and classification and types of impressions and techniques for locating and developing impressions. This course targets the professional investigator wishing to further develop investigatory skills beyond that required in basic peace officer certification process.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0107

  
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    CJLE 1506 - Basic Peace Officer I


    Prerequisites: Must be completed in sequence with Basic Peace Officer II, III, and IV to constitute the TCLEOSE - approved basic peace officer academy. Department approval must be obtained prior to starting the course.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Introduction to fitness and wellness, history of policing, professionalism and ethics, United States Constitution and Bill of Rights, criminal justice system, Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, civil process, and stress management. This course, when taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer II, III, and IV, will satisfy the TCLEOSE-approved basic peace officer academy.

    Semester Hours: (5-4-3)

    CIP: 43.0107

  
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    CJLE 1512 - Basic Peace Officer II


    Prerequisites: Must be completed in sequence with Basic Peace Officer I, III, and IV to constitute the TCLEOSE-approved basic peace officer academy. Department approval must be obtained prior to starting the course.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Introduction to fitness and wellness, history of policing, professionalism and ethics, United States Constitution and Bill of Rights, criminal justice system, Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, civil process, and stress management. This course, when taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer II, III, and IV, will satisfy the TCLEOSE-approved basic peace officer academy.

    Semester Hours: (5-4-3)

    CIP: 43.0107

  
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    CJLE 1518 - Basic Peace Officer III


    Prerequisites: Must be completed in sequence with Basic Peace Officer I, II, and IV to constitute the TCLEOSE-approved basic peace officer academy. Department approval must be obtained prior to starting the course.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course continues the basic preparation for a new peace officer. It will cover laws pertaining to controlled substances, crowd management, personal property, and crime scene investigation. This course, when taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, II, and IV will satisfy the TCLEOSE-approved basic peace officer academy.

    Semester Hours: (5-4-3)

    CIP: 43.0107

  
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    CJLE 1524 - Basic Peace Officer IV


    Prerequisites: Must be completed in sequence with Basic Peace Officer I, II, and III to constitute the TCLEOSE-approved basic peace officer academy. Department approval must be obtained prior to starting the course

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course finishes the basic preparation for a new peace officer. It will cover laws directly related to police fieldwork. Topics include the Texas Transportation Code, intoxicated driver, Texas Penal Code, elements of crimes, Texas Family Code, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, and civil liability. The student will be required to demonstrate and practice the skills of a police officer including patrol, driving, traffic stop, use of force, mechanics of arrest, firearm safety, and emergency medical care. Also included is the study of the techniques and procedures used by police officers on patrol; controlled substance identification; handling abnormal persons; traffic collision investigation; note taking and report writing; vehicle operation; traffic direction; crowd control; and jail operations. This course, when taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, II, and III, will satisfy the TCLEOSE-approved basic peace officer academy.

    Semester Hours: (5-4-3)

    CIP: 43.0107

  
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    CJLE 2284 - Cooperative Education - Law Enforcement / Police Science


    This course incorporates career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization. It is offered through a cooperative agreement between San Antonio College, the employer, and the student. Under supervision of San Antonio College and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the work experience.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-7)

    CIP: 43.0107

  
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    CJSA 1308 - Criminalistics I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Introduction to the field of criminalistics. Topics include the application of scientific and technical methods in the investigation of crime including location, identification, and handling of evidence for scientific analysis.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104

  
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    CJSA 1313 - Court Systems and Practices


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    The judiciary in the criminal justice system; structure of the American court system; prosecution; right to counsel; pre-trial release/grand juries; adjudication process; types and rules of evidence, sentencing.
    *This course is parallel to the ACGM course, CRIJ 1306.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104

  
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    CJSA 1342 - Criminal Investigation


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; interview and interrogation; uses of forensic sciences; case and trial preparation.
    *This course is parallel to the ACGM course, CRIJ 2314.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104

  
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    CJSA 2323 - Criminalistics II


    Prerequisites: CJSA 1308 or departmental approval

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course continues to develop the theory and practice of the crime scene investigation. Topics include report writing, blood and other body fluids, documentation examination, etchings, casts and molds, glass fractures, use of microscope, and firearms identification.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104

  
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    CNBT 1301 - Introduction to the Construction Industry


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Overview of the construction industry. Includes organizational structures and systems, safety regulations and agencies, construction documents, office and field organizations, and the various construction crafts and trades.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 15.1001

  
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    CNBT 1302 - Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Systems in Construction I


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    A presentation of the basic mechanical, plumbing, and electrical components in construction and their relationship to residential and light commercial building.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 15.1001

  
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    CNBT 1311 - Construction Methods and Materials


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 15.1001

  
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    CNBT 1318 - Construction Tools and Techniques


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Comprehensive study of the selection and use of hand tools, portable and stationary power tools, and related construction equipment. Emphasis on safety in the use of tools and equipment.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 15.1001

  
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    CNBT 1391 - Special Topics in Construction/Building Technology


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 15.1001

  
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    CNBT 1416 - Construction Technology I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Introduction to site preparation foundations, form work, safety, tools, and equipment.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 15.1001

  
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    CNBT 1450 - Construction Technology II


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Framing in residential and light commercial construction. Includes safety, tools, and equipment used in floor, wall, ceiling, and roof framing methods and systems.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 15.1001

  
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    CNSE 1100 - Material Handling Equipment


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Focuses on training students in the correct and safe operation of material handling equipment used in the industry. Includes the tools and equipment needed to perform lifting operations of material and personnel. The primary focus is on fork truck and aerial lifts.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 49.0202

  
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    COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communications


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Survey of the media by which entertainment and information messages are delivered. Includes an overview of the traditional mass media: their functions, structures, supports, and influences.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0102.51 06

  
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    COMM 1316 - News Photography I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    This course presents the problems and practices of photography for newspapers, magazines and the World Wide Web. It includes basic instruction on digital cameras and digital imaging with emphasis on the principles and techniques of producing news photographs for the print and online versions of the student newspaper and magazine. This class provides training under deadline pressure in a variety of basic news photography situations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-2)

    CIP: 09.0401.55 06

  
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    COMM 1317 - News Photography II


    Prerequisites: COMM 1316

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    This course focuses on problems and practices of photography for newspapers and news Web sites. It includes instruction on digital camera and related equipment operations with emphasis on specialized topics in photojournalism, such as sports, on location lighting, photo stories and essays, photo illustrations as well as basic visual and audio multimedia production. This class provides training under deadline pressure in a variety of basic news photography situations and requires publication of work in student publications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-2)

    CIP: 09.0401.55 06

  
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    COMM 1318 - Photography I (first semester, journalism emphasis)


    Cross-Listed With: ARTS 2356 (fine arts emphasis)

    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Introduction to the basics of photography. May include film and digital camera operation, techniques, knowledge of chemistry, and presentation skills. Emphasis on design, history, and contemporary trends as a means of developing an understanding of photographic aesthetics.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1/3)

    CIP: 50.0605.51 26

  
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    COMM 1319 - Photography II (second semester, journalism emphasis)


    Cross-Listed With: ARTS 2357 (fine arts emphasis)

    Prerequisites: COMM 1318 or equivalent

    Extends students’ knowledge of technique and guides them in developing personal outlooks toward specific applications of the photographic process.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1/3)

    CIP: 50.0605.52 26

  
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    COMM 1335 - Survey of Radio/Television


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Study of the development, regulation, economics, social impact, and industry practices in broadcasting and cable communication. Includes non-broadcast television, new technologies, and other communication systems.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0102.52 06

  
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    COMM 1336 - Television Production I


    Practical experience in the operation of television studio and control room equipment, including both pre- and post-production needs.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 10.0202.52 06

  
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    COMM 2300 - Media Literacy


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307

    Criticism and analysis of the function, role, and responsibility of the mass media in modern society from the consumer perspective. Includes the ethical problems and issues facing each media format, with the effect of political, economic, and cultural factors on the operation of the media.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0102.53 06

  
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    COMM 2303 - Audio/Radio Production


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307 or concurrent enrollment for RTVB majors. MUSB 1305 or concurrent
    enrollment for MUSB majors.

    Corequisites: RTVB 1150 required for RTVB majors only.

    Concepts and techniques of sound production, including the coordinating and directing processes. Hands-on experience with equipment, sound sources, and direction of talent.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 10.0202.51 06

  
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    COMM 2305 - Editing and Layout


    Prerequisites: COMM 2311

    Editing and layout processes, with emphasis on accuracy and fairness, including the principles and techniques of design.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 09.0401.51 06

  
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    COMM 2311 - News Gathering and Writing I


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307 and ENGL 1301

    Fundamentals of writing news for the mass media. Includes instruction in methods and techniques for gathering, processing, and delivering news in a professional manner

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 09.0401.57 06

  
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    COMM 2315 - News Gathering and Writing II


    Prerequisites: COMM 2311

    Continuation of the aims and objectives of news gathering and writing with emphasis on advanced reporting techniques, including beat coverage.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 09.0401.58 06

  
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    COMM 2324 - Practicum in Electronic Media


    Lecture and laboratory instruction and participation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 09.0701.53 06

  
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    COMM 2325 - Practicum in Electronic Media


    Lecture and laboratory instruction and participation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 09.0701.53 06

  
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    COMM 2326 - Practicum in Electronic Media


    Prerequisites: COMM 2311

    Lecture and laboratory instruction and participation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 09.0701.53 06

  
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    COMM 2327 - Introduction to Advertising


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307 OR MUSB 1305

    Fundamentals of advertising including marketing theory and strategy, copy writing, design, selection of media and analysis.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0903.51 06

  
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    COMM 2330 - Introduction to Public Relations


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307

    Exploration of the history and development of public relations. Presentation of the theory behind and process of public relations, including the planning, implementation, and evaluation of PR campaigns.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0902.51 06

  
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    COMM 2331 - Radio/Television Announcing


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Principles of announcing: study of voice, diction, pronunciation, and delivery. Experience in various types of announcing. Study of phonetics is recommended.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0701.54.06

  
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    COMM 2332 - Radio/Television News (CI)


    Preparation and analysis of news styles for the electronic media. Production of audio and video news stories.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 09.0402.52 06

  
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    COMM 2339 - Writing for Radio, Television, Film


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Introduction to basic script formats, terminology, and writing techniques, including the writing of commercials, public service announcements, promotions, news, documentary, and fictional materials.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0402.51 06

  
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    COMM 2366 - Introduction to Film


    Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2366

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Emphasis on the analysis of the visual and aural aspects of selected motion pictures, dramatic aspects of narrative films, and historical growth and sociological effect of film as an art.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-2)

    CIP: 50.0602.51 26

  
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    COSC 1301 - Introduction to Computing


    Overview of computer systems-hardware, operating systems, and microcomputer application software, including the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and databases. Current issues such as the effect of computers on society, and the history and use of computers in business, educational, and other modern settings are also studied. This course is not intended to count toward a student’s major field of study in business or computer science.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 11.0101.52 07

  
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    COSC 1315 - Fundamentals of Programming


    Prerequisites: MATH 0303, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, using a current programming language. Emphasis is on the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes coverage of language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and disks/files. The design of classes and objects, assignments, decisions and iterations are emphasized using an object-oriented language. (Formerly known as COSC 1315 Intro to Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1)

    CIP: 11.0201.52 07

  
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    COSC 1336 - Programming Fundamentals I


    Cross-Listed With: ITSE 1302

    Introduction the fundamental concepts of structured programming. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201.55 07

  
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    COSC 1337 - Programming Fundamentals II


    Prerequisites: COSC 1315 or COSC 1336

    Review of control structures and data types with emphasis on structured data types. Applies the object-oriented programming paradigm, focusing on the definition and use of classes along with the fundamentals of object-oriented design. Includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201.56 07

  
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    COSC 1437 - Programming Fundamentals II


    Prerequisites: COSC 1315

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Review of control structures and data types with emphasis on structured data types. Applies the object-oriented programming paradigm, focusing on the definition and use of classes along with the fundamentals of object-oriented design. Includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering. (Formerly known as COSC 2430/2318 Advanced Structured Programming Techniques.)

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 11.0201.5607

  
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    COSC 2336 - Programming Fundamentals III


    Cross-Listed With: ITSE 2345

    Prerequisites: COSC 1337/COSC 1437 or ITSE 2357

    Further applications of programming techniques, introducing the fundamental concepts of data structures and algorithms. Topics include recursion, fundamental data structures (including stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs), and algorithmic analysis. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201.57 07

  
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    COSC 2415 - Data Structures


    Prerequisites: COSC 1437 with a grade of “C” or better

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Further applications of programming techniques. Topics may include file access methods, data structures and modular programming, program testing and documentation, and other topics not normally covered in an introductory computer programming course. Stacks, queues, lists, trees, recursion, sorting and searching will be covered using an object-oriented language.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 11.0201.53 07

  
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    CPMT 1303 - Introduction to Computer Technology


    A fundamental computer course that provides explanation of the procedures to utilize hardware and software. Emphasis on terminology, acronyms, and hands-on activities. Primary software used in this course is MS Office 2007 and utilizes Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access programs.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 47.0104

  
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    CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    History, philosophy and ethical considerations of criminal justice; the nature and impact of crime; and an overview of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement and court procedures.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.51 24

  
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    CRIJ 1306 - Court Systems and Practices


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Study of the judiciary in the American criminal justice system and the adjudication processes and procedures. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0101.54 24

  
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    CRIJ 1307 - Crime in America


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    American crime problems in historical perspective, social and public policy factors affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes, and prevention of crime.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0401.52 25

  
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    CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Study of criminal law, philosophical and historical development, major definitions and concepts, classifications and elements of crime, penalties using Texas Statutes as illustrations, and criminal responsibility. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0101.53 24

  
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    CRIJ 1313 - Juvenile Justice System


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    A study of the juvenile justice process to include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.52 24

  
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    CRIJ 2301 - Community Resources in Corrections


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Introduction to the role of the community in corrections; community programs for adults and juveniles, administration of community programs; legal issues; and future trends in community treatment. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.53 24

  
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    CRIJ 2313 - Correctional Systems and Practices


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Corrections in the criminal justice system; organization of correctional systems; correctional role; institutional operations; alternatives to institutionalization; treatment and rehabilitation; current and future issues. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.54 24

  
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    CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigation


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; interview and interrogation; uses of forensic sciences; case and trial preparation. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.55 24

  
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    CRIJ 2323 - Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Police authority; responsibilities; constitutional constraints; laws of arrest, search, and seizure; police liability. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to taking this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.56 24

  
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    CRIJ 2328 - Police Systems and Practices


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    The police profession; organization of law enforcements systems; the police role; police discretion; ethics; police-community interaction; current and future issues. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.57 24

  
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    CRTR 1113 - Reporting Orientation


    Prerequisites: Prerequisite Concurrent enrollment in CRTR 1304 and CRTR 1208

    Overview of the court reporting profession.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-1)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1191 - Special Topics in Court Reporting/Court Reporter


    Prerequisites: Varies with subject being offered

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1201 - Introduction to Captioning


    Prerequisites: Shorthand note-taking ability of 200 or more words per minute or test-verified certified shorthand reporter (CSR) or registered professional reporter (RPR) rating

    Introduction to the field of on-line and off-line captioning. Topics include the American Disabilities Act (ADA) laws which apply to the area of captioning, employment opportunities, equipment, methods of research, visitation of captioning businesses, and an overview of technical equipment necessary to produce on-line and off-line captioning documents.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1208 - Realtime Court Reporting I


    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CRTR 1304 and CRTR 1113

    Development of computer and machine shorthand skills necessary for writing realtime for production of projects and assignments.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1210 - Real-time Reporting II


    Prerequisites: Credit or concurrent enrollment in : CRTR 1113, CRTR 1208, CRTR 1304, and CRTR 1306

    Continued development of computer and machine shorthand skills necessary for writing realtime for production of projects and assignments.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1241 - Captioning Technology I


    Prerequisites: Credit or concurrent enrollment in CRTR 1201

    Overview of captioning and Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) procedures, software and hardware.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-1)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1242 - Captioning Technology II


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1241

    Continued development of caption reporting procedures and software, hardware, text entry, and text editing skills to be used in producing on-line and off-line narrations on the CRT and/or television monitor.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-1)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1246 - Captioning Reporting I


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1201

    Introduction to real-time/caption production procedures with transcription of materials produced in proper form. Topics include specialized vocabulary (legal, medical, media, education, etc.), utilizing real-time/caption equipment, the psychology for writing real-time, and the procedures for operation of real-time/captioning software and hardware.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-1)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1291 - Special Topics in Court Reporting/Court Reporter


    Prerequisites: Varies with subject being offered

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1304 - Machine Shorthand I


    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CRTR 1208 and CRTR 1113

    Instruction in general principles of realtime machine shorthand theory and skill building through readback of dictation notes, machine practice, and transcription. This course is designed to be repeated to meet program requirements.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-8)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1306 - Machine Shorthand II


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1304, CRTR 1208, and CRTR 1113

    Continued development of conflict-free shorthand skills through read back of dictation notes, machine practice, and transcription.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-8)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1312 - Court Reporting Communications I


    Study of basic rules of English grammar and spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and proofreading skills as they apply to the production of transcripts of the spoken word in the reporting field.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1348 - Captioning Speed Building


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1201

    Skill development and specialized training using realtime/captioning equipment.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-2)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1355 - Dictation Speedbuilding


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1306

    Development of conflict-free machine writing skills.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-8)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1391 - Special Topics in Court Reporting/Court Reporter


    Prerequisites: Varies with subject being offered

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 1491 - Special Topics in Court Reporting/Court Reporter


    Prerequisites: Varies with subject being offered

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2186 - Internship - Court Reporting/Court Reporter


    Prerequisites: Credit or concurrent enrollment in CRTR 2343, CRTR 2245, CRTR 2312, and ENGL 1301

    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: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2206 - Medical Court Reporting


    Prerequisites: MDCA 1313 and credit or concurrent enrollment in CRTR 1306 and POFI 1171

    Introduction to medical terms and anatomy in court reporting.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2213 - Reporting Technology II


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1210

    Instruction in the operation, maintenance, and assembly of a computer-aided real-time transcription system, including the computer functions necessary for transcript production.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2217 - Technical Dictation


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1355

    Skill development in research and writing medical and technical material encountered in the reporting profession.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2218 - Testimony Dictation I


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1210

    An overview of skills necessary for developing speed and accuracy in transcription of testimony dictation material.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2219 - Testimony Dictation II


    Prerequisites: CRTR 2218

    Continued skill development necessary for speed and accuracy in transcription of testimony dictation material.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2231 - Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) and Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) Pr


    Prerequisites: Credit or concurrent enrollment in CRTR 2335

    Preparation for taking the Texas CSR and the RPR examinations through the use of mock examinations.

    Semester Hours: (2-0-6)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2245 - Testimony Dictation III


    Prerequisites: CRTR 2219

    Skill development enhancing techniques necessary for increasing speed and accuracy in transcription of testimony dictation material.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2301 - Intermediate Machine Shorthand


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1355

    Continued development of conflict-free machine shorthand skills through read back of dictation notes, machine practice, and transcription.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-8)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2303 - Advanced Machine Shorthand


    Prerequisites: CRTR 2301

    In-depth coverage of realtime machine shorthand theory and continued skill building through readback, machine practice, and transcript production. This course may be repeated multiple times until machine shorthand standards are met.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-8)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2311 - Court Reporting Communications II


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1312

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: N/A
    In-depth coverage of grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, vocabulary, and
    proofreading skills necessary to produce court reporting transcripts.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2312 - Reporting Procedures


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1113, CRTR 1312, CRTR 1355

    Instruction in the role of the reporter in trial, deposition, and administrative hearings.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2333 - Captioning Reporting II


    Prerequisites: CRTR 1246

    In-depth study of realtime/captioning. Topics include the techniques utilized in writing seminars, conferences, conventions, and broadcast environments.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-2)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2335 - Accelerated Machine Shorthand


    Prerequisites: CRTR 2303

    Mastery of high-speed dictation including read back of dictation notes, machine practice, and transcription.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-8)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    CRTR 2343 - Simulated Courtroom Proceedings


    Prerequisites: CRTR 2219, CRTR 2217, CRTR 2213

    Instruction in the role of the reporter in a courtroom environment. Emphasis on writing multiple-voice testimony and the production of transcripts utilizing real-time technology.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 22.0303

  
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    DAAC 1191 - Special Topics in Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Differs every semester

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 1291 - Special Topics in Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Differs every semester

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 1304 - Pharmacology of Addiction


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Overview of the psychological, physiological, and sociological effects of mood altering substances and behaviors, and their implications for the addiction process are discussed. Emphasis is placed on pharmacological effects of tolerance, dependency/withdrawal, cross addiction, and drug interaction.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 1309 - Assessment Skills of Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions


    Prerequisites: DAAC 1319, PSYT 1329

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course examines procedures by which a counselor/program identifies and evaluates an individual’s strengths, weaknesses, problems, and needs which will be used in the development of a treatment plan. This course prepares the student to appropriately explain assessment results and individual rights to clients. The attention of this course will be focused on objective observation, the accurate recording of data, interviewing, record keeping, and testing.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 1319 - Introduction to Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Overview of the causes and consequences of addiction as they relate to the individual, family, community, and society are discussed. Response alternatives regarding intervention, treatment, education, and prevention are reviewed. Competencies and requirements for licensure in Texas are explained. Addiction issues related to diverse populations are presented.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 1391 - Special Topics in Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Differs every semester

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 2166 - Practicum I


    Prerequisites: PSYT 2301, DAAC 2307, PSYT 2339, DAAC 1309, DAAC 1304

    Corequisites: DAAC 2271

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course provides practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student’s general and technical course of study. Students enrolling in this course must also enroll in DAAC 2271. The guided external experiences must meet the guidelines set forth by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for licensure as chemical dependency counselor. The student will be required to complete 150 clock hours of supervised work experience during the semester. This course partially fulfills the approved supervised field work practicum requirements specified for licensure by the DSHS. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-10)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 2167 - Practicum II


    Prerequisites: DAAC 2166, DAAC 2271

    Corequisites: DAAC 2272

    As a continuation of DAAC 2166 Practicum I, this course provides the student with practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student’s general and technical course of study. Students enrolling in this course must enroll in DAAC 2272. The guided external experiences must meet the guidelines set forth by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for licensure as chemical dependency counselor. The student will be required to complete 150 clock hours of supervised work experience during the semester. This course partially fulfills the approved supervised field work practicum requirements specified for licensure by the DSHS. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-10)

    CIP: 51.1501

  
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    DAAC 2271 - Core Functions


    Prerequisites: PSYT 2301, DAAC 2307, PSYT 2339, DAAC 1309, DAAC 1304

    Corequisites: DAAC 2166

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course explores each of the 12 core functions and relating global criteria of the substance abuse counselor. Emphasis will be placed on the understanding of the core functions as they are used at the practicum site.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 51.1501

 

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