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2016-2017 Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Graphic Design

  
  • GD 2701 - I.S.-Graphic Design

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • GD 2702 - I.S.-Graphic Design

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • GD 2703 - I.S.-Graphic Design

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • GD 2704 - I.S.-Graphic Design

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • GD 2705 - I.S.-Graphic Design

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • GD 2711 - Special Topics-Graphic Design

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • GD 2712 - Special Topics-Graphic Design

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • GD 2713 - Special Topics-Graphic Design

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • GD 2714 - Special Topics-Graphic Design

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • GD 2715 - Special Topics-Graphic Design

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Health Information Management

  
  • HIM 1000 - Prof Practice Experience(PPE) Prep

    Hours: 0
    HIM students will complete all portions of the Professional Practice Experience packet including a passing background check (as specified in packet information), a negative result drug screen (as specified in the packet information), proof of 2 current negative Tuberculosis tests or 1 chest x-ray, proof of immunity to measles and rubella (2 immunization dates or 1 titres), chicken pox (date of disease or 2 immunization dates or 1 titre), proof of a Hepatitis “B” series (may be in progress) and an influenza vaccination prior to registering for any HIM Professional Practice Experience course. This packet is valid for 12 months and will be applied to all HIM PPE’s completed within that time frame.

    Prerequisite: None DEADLINE FOR COMPLETTION - NO EXCEPTIONS: To register for a fall semester PPE course, HIM 1000 must be completed by - May 1st. To register for a spring semester PPE course, HIM 1000 must be completed by - October 1. To register for a summer session PPE course, HIM 1000 must be completed by - March 1.
  
  • HIM 1003 - Intro to Health Information Management

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the health information
    profession; purpose of the medical record; the systems and processes for collecting, maintaining and disseminating health information; numbering, retention and storage of medical information; forms control and design; indexes and registers; documentation requirements; regulatory requirements of healthcare organization, accrediting and licensing agencies, and computerized information management systems utilized by health information management departments.
     

    Prerequisite: EN 1223  or EN 1233 , minimum grade C
  
  • HIM 1023 - Healthcare Delivery Systems

    Hours: 3
    A course that provides the student an introduction to alternative healthcare facilities to include record requirements, coding regulations, accreditation agencies, primary and specialty care physician practices, role of nonphysician providers and reimbursement for these facilities. These facilities will include long term care, rehabilitation, hospice, home health, respite, psychiatric, skilled nursing, cancer data registry, specialty hospital(cancer, pediatric) and rural health clinics.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HIM 1213 - Legal Aspect of Health Information

    Hours: 3
    A course that covers laws, regulations and standards affecting the management of healthcare; management of the content of the health record; data accuracy, security, privacy and confidentiality issues. The course includes an indepth study of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HIM 1231 - Intro to Pharmacology

    Hours: 1
    An introductory course that discusses basic concepts of drug therapy and will concentrate on major drug classifications, as they relate to specific body systems.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HIM 1243 - Basic Principles of Disease

    Hours: 3
    This career and technical course is an overview of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries.

    Prerequisite: BI 1804  or BI 2104 ; minimum grade C
  
  • HIM 2003 - Computers in Healthcare

    Hours: 3
    A course designed to give the student a working knowledge of computerized information management systems utilized by health information management departments. The content includes security, system selection, system implementation, the electronic health record, and other healthcare information topics.

    Prerequisite: HIM 1003  and CS 1003  or CS 1013 ; minimum grade C
  
  • HIM 2013 - CPT Coding

    Hours: 3
    A course that prepares students for positions in a physician’s office or other medical facility. The focus of this class is learning the coding rules for the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Level I (HCPCS) coding systems and then applying the rules to code patient services. Students will need CPT and HCPCS Level II manuals for the course.

    Prerequisite: HIM 1003  and HIM 1243 ; minimum grade C
  
  • HIM 2023 - ICD Coding

    Hours: 3
    A course that provides the student the purpose and use of the ICD-10-CM/PCS classification
    system. Topics include coding conventions, coding principles, and CMS official coding guidelines (inpatient). Students will be required to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes to diagnosis/procedure statements, case abstracts, and patient records.

    Prerequisite: HIM 1003 , HIM 1243 , HS 1113  and BI 1804  or BI 2104 ; minimum grade C
  
  • HIM 2033 - Insurance Billing & Reimbursement

    Hours: 3
    A course that provides theory and hands-on/skill application of the principles and practice of insurance and reimbursement processing. It includes the assignment and reporting of codes for diagnoses and procedures/services; completion of CMS-1450 and CMS-1500 claims for inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, and physician office encounters; and the review of inpatient and outpatient cases to identify issues of fraud and abuse. Inpatient and outpatient reimbursement will be determined and source documents interpreted (e.g. explanation of benefits, Medicare Summary Notices, and so on).

    Prerequisite: HIM 2023  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIM 2013  
  
  • HIM 2103 - Health Information Current Practice

    Hours: 3
    A course that consists of review and discussion of current trends, regulations and best practices affecting health information in today’s healthcare environment. Topics will change as areas of interest develop.

    Prerequisite: This is a final semester course in the Health Information Management Program. Students must have completed all other HIM program courses or be currently enrolled in remaining final semester courses before this course is taken (or have permission of instructor).
  
  • HIM 2203 - Health Info Management Statistics

    Hours: 3
    A course on basic hospital and healthcare statistics including the sources, definitions and calculations of common rates and percentages. Computerized and manual methods of collection, computation, and presentation of statistical data. Review of regulatory, accreditation, and vital statistics reporting.

    Prerequisite: HIM 1003  and MT 0204  or MT 1023  with a minimum grade of “C” or appropriate placement score into MT 1303 .
  
  • HIM 2213 - Healthcare Quality Management

    Hours: 3
    A course that studies contemporary management methodologies. The main topics studied include: different management philosophies, evolution of Total Quality Management, management functions, management’s environment, the strategic planning process, organizational structures, and application of problem solving tools. The study will inform manager or worker what the individual can do to better assist organizations to compete in the global marketplace.

    Prerequisite: HIM 1003  
  
  • HIM 2223 - Healthcare Management Supervision

    Hours: 3
    A course that studies the different behaviors in organizations. The course will assist the student in becoming more sensitive to human behavior, anticipate problems before they occur, and resolve problems if they have already occurred. This study will assist the student as a manager or worker in getting along with others, both inside and outside of the organization.

    Prerequisite: HIM 1003  
  
  • HIM 2242 - HIM Profess Practice Experience (PPE)

    Hours: 2
    This is a 90 clock hour, hands-on supervised learning experience (PPE) with affiliated facilities designed to give students a clinical experience in assembly, analysis, filing of health records, master patient index, introduction to coding, data entry and abstracting, record storage and retrieval, birth certification, tracking systems, cancer registry, ambulatory, long term care, mental health records, medical staff/hospital committee functions, legal aspects, quality and risk management, utilization review, management and supervision, ICD-10-CM coding and DRG assignment, healthcare statistics, electronic health records, billing and insurance. During this PPE students may have the opportunity to observe supervisory skills applied in a health care setting. Students must provide proof of paid enrollment into or have completed HIM 1000 paid the required fee (for the PPE packet), to the HIM Program Director to receive a PPE Packet.
    This packet must be complete prior to instructor permission to enroll in this course.  The completed PPE packet must show proof of a satisfactory background check, TB test, drug
    screen, and proof of required immunizations. This packet is valid for 12 months from the date
    of completion.  
     

    Prerequisite: HIM 1000  and HIM 1003 ; minimum grade C
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIM 2023 ; minimum grade C
  
  • HIM 2263 - HIM Capstone

    Hours: 3
    A course designed to provide students with the skills for seeking employment (to manage their careers effectively). Topics covered include conducting a job search, interviewing techniques, employment, correspondence, acquiring web based skills along with resume and portfolio development for job search, and career advancement. Students will also demonstrate technology and academic proficiencies. Students must pass a comprehensive HIM program exit examination. This course also includes a comprehensive review of program competencies and preparation for the official RHIT exam. This should be taken the last semester prior to graduation. Student must earn at least a grade of “B” as a requirement for graduation. Capstone requires registration with Program Director.

    Prerequisite: This is a final semester course in the Health Information Management Program. Students must have completed HIM 2023  and HIM 2242  with a minimum grade of C and be currently enrolled in remaining final semester coruses before this one is taken, or have instructor consent.
  
  • HIM 2701 - I.S.-HIM

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HIM 2702 - I.S.-HIM

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HIM 2703 - I.S.-HIM

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HIM 2704 - I.S.-HIM

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HIM 2705 - I.S.-HIM

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HIM 2711 - Special Topics-HIM

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HIM 2712 - Special Topics-HIM

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HIM 2713 - Special Topics-HIM

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HIM 2714 - Special Topics-HIM

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HIM 2715 - Special Topics-HIM

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Health Science

  
  • HS 1003 - Nutrition

    Hours: 3
    A study of the essential nutrients and their value in various food groups, their functions in the body, and how to determine the food needs of the individual.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score to enter EN 1223  or EN 1233  
  
  • HS 1113 - Medical Terminology

    Hours: 3
    An introduction to medical terminology focusing on the building and understanding of anatomical and pathological terms through identification and interpretation of roots, prefixes and suffixes. Students will pronounce, spell, define and interpret text on basic terms used in reporting on body systems, medical specialties, disease and procedural activities. The course will address basic medical terminology and abbreviations.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score to enter EN 1223  or EN 1233 
  
  • HS 2713 - Special Topics-Health Science

    Hours: 3

History

  
  • HI 1000 - Constitutions Study Module

    Hours: 0
    An examination of the provisions and principles of the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of Missouri. HI 1000/PS 1000  complies with the provisions Section 170.011 RsMO requiring the study of the state and federal constitutions. Students enrolling in their first Social Studies core course (HI 1103 , HI 1203 , HI 1303 , PS 1103 , PS 1203 , or PS 1303 )who have not met the constitutions requirement will be required to enroll in HI 1000, the Constitutions Study Module. Successful completion of the U.S. and MO constitution exams for students enrolled in the module is a course requirement for all Social Studies core courses and students who do not pass the module exams will not receive credit for that course. Students who have fulfilled the competency requirement are not required to enroll in HI 1000/PS 1000  again. Students who successfully completed the constitutions study requirement prior to Fall 2010 need not enroll in the module.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: CON
    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: HI 1103 , HI 1203 , or HI 1303 
  
  • HI 1001 - U.S. & State Constitution Competency

    Hours: 1
    An examination of the provisions and principles of the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Missouri in accordance with the provisions of MO.Rs 170.011 requiring the study of the federal and state constitutions. This course is intended for transfer students who have not otherwise met this state requirement.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 1103 - U.S. History to 1865

    Hours: 3
    A survey of the cultural, economic, political, and social forces and events that have shaped the United States from the arrival of the first native peoples through the end of the Civil War. U.S.History 1103 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMo. requiring the study of federal and state constitutions. Students enrolling in their first Social Studies core course (HI 1103,  HI 1203 , HI 1303 , PS 1103 , PS 1203  or PS 1303 ) at ECC who have not met the constitutions requirement will be required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  Constitutions Study Module. Successful completion of the U.S. and MO constitution exams for students enrolled in the module is a course requirement for all Social Studies core courses, and students who do not pass the module exams will not receive credit for that course. Students who have fulfilled the competency requirement are not required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  again. Students who successfully completed the constitution study requirement prior to Fall 2010 need not enroll in the module.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, HOT, CON, SBS, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or coursework to enter EN 1223  or EN 1233  
  
  • HI 1203 - US History 1865-1945

    Hours: 3
    A survey of the cultural, economic, political, and social forces and events that have shaped the history of the United States from Reconstruction through the end of World War II. U.S. History 1203 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMo. requiring the study of the federal and state constitutions. Students enrolling in their first Social Studies core course (HI 1103 , HI 1203, HI 1303 , PS 1103 , PS 1203  or PS 1303 ) at ECC who have not met the constitutions requirement will be required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  Constitutions Study Module. Successful completion of the U.S. and MO constitution exams for students enrolled in the module is a course requirement for all Social Studies core courses, and students who do not pass the module exams will not receive credit for that course. Students who have fulfilled the competency requirement are not required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  again. Students who successfully completed the constitution study requirement prior to Fall 2010 need not enroll in the module.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, HOT, CON, SBS, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or coursework to enter EN 1223  or EN 1233  
  
  • HI 1303 - U.S. History 1945-Present

    Hours: 3
    A survey of the cultural, economic, political, and social forces and events that have shaped the history of the United States from the end of World War II to the present era. HI 1303 U.S. History 1945-Present complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMo. requiring the study of the federal and state constitutions. Students enrolling in their first Social Studies core course (HI 1103 , HI 1203 , HI 1303, PS 1103 , PS 1203  or PS 1303 ) at ECC who have not met the constitutions requirement will be required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  Constitutions Study Module. Successful completion of the U.S. and MO constitution exams for students enrolled in the module is a course requirement for all Social Studies core courses, and students who do not pass the module exams will not receive credit for that course. Students who have fulfilled the competency requirement are not required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  again. Students who successfully completed the constitution study requirement prior to Fall 2010 need not enroll in the module.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, HOT, CON, SBS, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or coursework to enter EN 1223  or EN 1233  
  
  • HI 1403 - Mo. & Miss. Valley History

    Hours: 3
    A survey of the cultural, economic, political, and social forces and events that have shaped the history of Missouri and the Mississippi River Valley from the arrival of the first native peoples through the present era. (Field trips may be required.)

    Gen Ed Skill Type: SBS
    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2701 - I.S.-History

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study independently completed by the student. The program of study is directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and a student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HI 2702 - I.S.-History

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study independently completed by the student. The program of study is directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and a student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HI 2703 - I.S.-History

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study independently completed by the student. The program of study is directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and a student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HI 2704 - I.S.-History

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study independently completed by the student. The program of study is directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and a student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HI 2705 - I.S.-History

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study independently completed by the student. The program of study is directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and a student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • HI 2711 - Special Topics-History

    Hours: 1
    A focused study of a specific historical topic not usually part of the regular History course offering curriculum. Special topics courses are typically offered to accommodate the special interest of students and/or faculty.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2712 - Special Topics-History

    Hours: 2
    A focused study of a specific historical topic not usually part of the regular History course offering curriculum. Special topics courses are typically offered to accommodate the special interest of students and/or faculty.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2713 - Special Topics-History

    Hours: 3
    A focused study of a specific historical topic not usually part of the regular History course offering curriculum. Special topics courses are typically offered to accommodate the special interest of students and/or faculty.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2714 - Special Topics-History

    Hours: 4
    A focused study of a specific historical topic not usually part of the regular History course offering curriculum. Special topics courses are typically offered to accommodate the special interest of students and/or faculty.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2715 - Special Topics-History

    Hours: 5
    A focused study of a specific historical topic not usually part of the regular History course offering curriculum. Special topics courses are typically offered to accommodate the special interest of students and/or faculty.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2802 - Heritage Studies Lecture

    Hours: 3
    A focused study of varying duration that includes both lectures and historical site tours. Historical and cultural themes are the primary emphasis of study.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2803 - Heritage Studies Tour

    Hours: 3
    A focused study of varying duration that includes both lectures and historical site tours. Historical and cultural themes are the primary emphasis of study.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • HI 2903 - World History Since 1945

    Hours: 3
    A focused study of the major events of world history from the end of the Second World War to the present. Topics include social and economic change, diplomacy and political change, the emergence of the Superpowers, the Cold War, the end of colonialism, and discussions of the world areas of Asia, Africa, and Latin America both in terms of domestic conflicts and as arenas for superpower conflict.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: SBS, GLB, HOT
    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or coursework to enter EN 1223  or EN 1233  

Industrial Engineering Technology

  
  • IE 1103 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes

    Hours: 3
    This course is a study of basic industrial systems which will cover hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical (bearings, gearing, belt drives, chain and sprockets coupling, clutches and brakes); electrical controls (relay, logic, PLC’s and variable frequency drive). The course will also cover measuring equipment, blue print reading, material flow, and equipment up keep.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 1112 - Industrial Power Systems Lec

    Hours: 2
    A study of hydraulic, and pneumatic industrial power systems. The course will cover all areas of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, parts, troubleshooting and interpreting schematics.

    Corequisite: IE 1121  
  
  • IE 1121 - Industrial Power Systems Lab

    Hours: 1
    A career technical laboratory course on the study of hydraulic, and pneumatic industrial power systems. The course will cover all areas of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, parts, troubleshooting and interpreting schematics.

    Corequisite: IE 1112 .
  
  • IE 1123 - Industrial Computer Applications

    Hours: 3
    A software application course to prepare those with a technical interest in the uses of computers in industry. Standard applications such as DOS, Windows Basic, spreadsheet, data base, and word processing for technical objectives will be covered. We will also cover Industrial Data Highway Systems and the uses of digital pictures.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 1143 - Industrial Electricity

    Hours: 3
    This is an introductory course in basic industrial electricity. This course introduces and develops the concept necessary for understanding the use of electrical components and circuitry.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 1151 - Industrial Electricity Lab

    Hours: 1
    A career technical laboratory on the study of basic industrial electricity. The course introduces and develops the concept necessary for understanding the use of electrical components and circuitry.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: IE 1152  
  
  • IE 1152 - Industrial Electricity Lecture

    Hours: 2
    This is an introductory course in basic industrial electricity. This course introduces and develops the concept necessary for understanding the use of electrical components and circuitry.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: IE 1151  
  
  • IE 1163 - Indus & Control Sys Wiring

    Hours: 3
    In this course, students work with industrial wiring procedures, standards and regulations. The course introduces the NEC code, JIC standards and manufacture specifications covering industrial wiring. Students will perform panel layout, high and low voltage installation, AC wiring, DC wiring and sensor installation. Conduit, cable tray and wireway installations are also covered in the course.

    Prerequisite: IE 1143  
  
  • IE 1171 - Process & Control Systems Lab

    Hours: 1
    The course teaches the elements of electrical machine control and ladder logic. Students work with machine control components, such as control relays, pilot lights, push buttons, selector switches, timers, counters and sensors. The course ends with an introduction to PLC’s.

    Prerequisite: IE 1151 , IE 1152 ; min grade C
    Corequisite: IE 1172  
  
  • IE 1172 - Process & Control Systems Lecture

    Hours: 2
    The course teaches the elements of electrical machine control and ladder logic. Students work with machine control components, such as control relays, pilot lights, push buttons, selector switches, timers, counters and sensors. The course ends with an introduction to PLC’s.

    Prerequisite: IE 1152 , IE 1151  
    Corequisite: IE 1171  
  
  • IE 1333 - Industrial Robotics

    Hours: 3
    Robotics and programmable automation are an increasing part of industrial production. This course covers the fundamentals of robotics and includes programming using a teach pendant, direct programming, sensing and machine vision. Students will complete three projects of progressing difficulty using Mitsubishi robots.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 2113 - Maintenance Practices

    Hours: 3
    A study of basic industrial maintenance and repair techniques with emphasis in the mechanical area covering bearing, gearing, gear reducers, belt drives, chain and sprockets, coupling, clutches and brakes, lubrication and variable speed drives. We will also cover areas of preventive maintenance and methods used such as vibration analysis, balancing and infrared testing.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 2123 - Materials and Metallurgy

    Hours: 3
    Materials and Metallurgy will introduce students to the fundamentals of materials science with a focus on metals and their properties. Alloys, heat treatment and workability of steel, aluminum, magnesium and titanium will be covered. Labs associated with the course will investigate material’s ductility and yield as well as showing the effect of heat treatment and surface hardening techniques on metal’s properties.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 2153 - Motor Controls

    Hours: 3
    Controlling AC and DC motors is important in nearly all industries. The Motor Controls course teaches manual motor starters, magnetic contractors, reversing circuits, reduce-voltage starting, accelerating and decelerating methods and troubleshooting. Advanced motor drives are used to expose students to variable speed and torque control.

    Prerequisite: IE 1171  & IE 1172 ; minimum grade C
  
  • IE 2173 - Industrial Systems Troubleshooting

    Hours: 3
    Integrated system troubleshooting procedures are demonstrated. Methods to determine root cause of system malfunction with the use of modern diagnostic equipment are covered. The integrated industrial system is defined as one incorporating mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and monitored by a microprocessor-based controller.

    Prerequisite: IE 1112 , IE 1121 , IE 2113  IE 2213  
  
  • IE 2213 - PLC-Programmable Logic Controllers

    Hours: 3
    Principles of PLC’s work and practical information and skills in installing, programming, and troubleshooting. Items covered are memory structure, input/output modules, ladder logic diagrams, and the development of programming skills.

    Prerequisite: IE 1171  & IE 1172 ; minimum grade C
  
  • IE 2313 - Advanced PLC

    Hours: 3
    Advanced programming, installation and troubleshooting techniques on PLC’s. Items covered are: networking, sequencer, shift registers, math instructions, data manipulation, program control, counters, timers and latching circuits. HMI programming, installation and troubleshooting is also covered.

    Prerequisite: IE 2213  
  
  • IE 2403 - IE Technology Internship

    Hours: 3
    This course is supervised work experience in the industrial engineering technology field. Students will utilize skills and knowledge obtained from IET courses. A weekly journal entry of the student’s learning will be required. The student must complete at least 115 hours of work experience at the internship site over 15 weeks. The student will also be required to complete a journal entry each week. Students desiring to take this course must make their own internship arrangements with a company approved by the IET program (list available) or request that the company of their choosing be approved by the IET program Coordinator. Signing up for this course does not guarantee an internship. Students are responsible for applying for internships at desired companies. PLEASE NOTE: While at the internship site, the student is treated as if actually working for the company. It is imperative to be on time and to follow the rules and policies of the work site. Failure to comply with the rules and policies may be grounds for discontinuing the internship.

    Prerequisite: 6 IET courses, minimum grade C and an IET major.
  
  • IE 2701 - I.S.-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • IE 2702 - I.S.-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • IE 2703 - I.S.-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • IE 2704 - I.S.-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • IE 2705 - I.S.-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • IE 2711 - Special Topics-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 2712 - Special Topics-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of student and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 2713 - Special Topics-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of student and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 2714 - Special Topics-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • IE 2715 - Special Topics-Industrial Engineering

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Journalism

  
  • JR 1101 - Applied Journalism I

    Hours: 1
    This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EN 1223  
  
  • JR 1201 - Applied Journalism II

    Hours: 1
    This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.

    Prerequisite: JR 1101  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EN 1223  
  
  • JR 2013 - News Writing

    Hours: 3
    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of journalistic writing, including hard news and feature writing. Emphasis will be placed on developing the reporting, interviewing, editing, observing and critical skills necessary in journalism, including practice of Associated Press style, grammar and ethics.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, VAL, HFA
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EN 1333  or EN 1343  
  
  • JR 2033 - Diversity in the Media

    Hours: 3
    Diversity in Media provides journalistic tools for the coverage of diverse ethnic, gender, ability and ideological groups inside and outside the United States. Students will recognize the importance of diverse voices in the media and how to better cover diversity.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: GLB, HOT, HFA, ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: EN 1223  or EN 1233  
  
  • JR 2101 - Applied Journalism III

    Hours: 1
    This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.

    Prerequisite: JR 1201  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EN 1223  
  
  • JR 2201 - Applied Journalism IV

    Hours: 1
    This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.

    Prerequisite: JR 2101  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EN 1223  
  
  • JR 2701 - I.S.-Journalism

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • JR 2702 - I.S.-Journalism

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • JR 2703 - I.S.-Journalism

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • JR 2704 - I.S.-Journalism

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • JR 2705 - I.S.-Journalism

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • JR 2711 - Special Topics-Journalism

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • JR 2712 - Special Topics-Journalism

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • JR 2713 - Special Topics-Journalism

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
 

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