Apr 18, 2024  
2018-2019 Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Education

  
  • EDU 214 - Multicultural Education

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to examine the multicultural context of education and prepare student to understand and teach learners from diverse backgrounds, with diverse characteristics, and with differing social identities. The course will address issues of education equity, sociocultural influences on teaching and learning, and how teachers and schools can contribute to interpersonal and intercultural understanding and respect, social justice, and democratic citizenship.  
    Prerequisite: ENG 101

    Prerequisite: ENG 101
  
  • EDU 215 - Children With Special Needs

    Hours: 3
    This course will provide an overview of laws regarding children with special needs, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and current issues related to special needs children. Students will examine appropriate ways to gather data when teaching children with special needs. Students will study Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) applying knowledge of differentiated instruction to individual case studies.

    Prerequisite: EDU 125  
  
  • EDU 218 - Program Capstone-Education AAS

    Hours: 1
    This capstone course is for the Early Childhood and ParaEducator AAS degree seeking students. Students will create a portfolio which is a required component of each degree. Course content will include a systematic analysis and review of each student’s portfolio. The course will cover career management topics along with exploration of employment opportunities. Students will take a content specific program assessment as a requirement of the course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDU 205 
  
  • EDU 219 - Professionalism in Early Childhood Educ

    Hours: 3
    This capstone course is for Early Childhood AAS degree-seeking students. Students will create a portfolio connecting early childhood practices in the six NAEYC Professional Standards and Missouri Vocational Pathway Outcomes as a required component for this degree. Knowledge of ethical standards and other elements of professional guidelines will be examined. The course will cover career management topics (resume, interviewing skills, employment soft skills) along with exploration of employment opportunities. Completion of a program assessment is a requirement of this course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDU 205  
  
  • EDU 241 - Educational Psychology

    Hours: 3


    This course is designed to help students relate theories and principles of educational psychology to teaching, learning, and assessment. This course focuses on the diversity of learners and learning processes, as well as teacher characteristics, classroom strategies, and data analysis in P-12 classrooms. Appropriate strategies for increasing  motivation, multi-dimensional development, and academic achievement for all learners are introduced. Students will spend 12 hours teaching the Junior Achievement program in our local schools. 

     

    Prerequisite: EDU 212
     
    Prerequisite/Corequisite:  PSY 250

  
  • EDU 244 - Education of Exceptional Learners

    Hours: 3
    This survey course is an introduction to exceptional learners and their education in grades P-12. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics of people with special needs in addition to strategies of educating and including all learners in general education and special education settings. Students will research and  discuss complex issues related to compliance with state and federal education laws, such as the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA) and the Americans with  Disabilities Act (ADA) as well learn to navigate special education processes, such as referral, eligibility, re-evaluation, and IEPs. This course requires a 15-hour special education field experience component.   
    Prerequisite: EDU 201

    Prerequisite: EDU 201
    Session Cycle:
    SSUYearly Cycle:
    A
  
  • EDU 270 - I.S.- Education

    Hours: 1 - 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
  
  • EDU 280 - Special Topics-Education

    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
  
  • EDU 290 - Career Management

    Hours: 1
    This course is designed to provide students with the basic skills to manage their careers effectively. Topics covered include self assessment, conducting a job search; interviewing techniques; employment, correspondence, networking and research; acquiring web based skills; and resume and portfolio development for job search and career advancement. The course is required for all vocational degrees and certificates, should be taken the last or next to last semester prior to graduation, and is coordinated through the Career Services Office

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EDU 290 - Program Capstone-Teaching

    Hours: 1
    This is the exit course for the Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree. Students will survey the options available to them after graduation in the workforce and higher education. Through an examination of their portfolio, students will assess their degree experience as it relates to their knowledge of the Missouri Standards for Professional Educators (MoSPE). Students must achieve a minimum passing score on all areas of the DESE General Education Assessment.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDU 241  

Emergency Medical Technology

  
  • EMS 020 - EMS CEU Seminar

    Hours: 0
  
  • EMS 100 - Pediatric First Aid/CPR

    Hours: 0
    Basic pediatric first aid course designed for the non-healthcare provider. Includes infant and child CPR. Students will receive a card good for two years.

    Corequisite: EDU 115  
  
  • EMS 101 - BLS/Hlthcare Providers

    Hours: 0.5
    This 8 hours course is designed to educate the professional rescuer or healthcare provider in techniques of Basic Life Support to include one- and two-man CPR in the adult patient, CPR for children and infants, pediatric safety, as well as relief of Foreign Body Airway Obstruction in all age groups. Course also covers use of barrier devices in rescue breathing and use of the Automated External Defibrillator. The class may include physical strain, emotional stress, and a possibility of cross infection because of manikin practice. Student should seek the advice of a physician to see they are medically fit for CPR training. Upon completion, an American Heart Association BLS card will be issued.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EMS 102 - Heartsaver First Aid

    Hours: 0.5
    Basic first aid course designed for the non healthcare provider. Includes CPR. Meets OSHA requirement for trained first aid response. Students will receive a card.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EMS 103 - First Responder

    Hours: 3
    This course provides emergency medical training at a basic level. A variety of skills are covered including Basic Life Support, patient assessment, splinting and bandaging. Clinical is not required. Upon completion, the student will be eligible to sit for the National Registry certification exam for First Responders.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EMS 104 - ACLS (Adv Cardiac Life Supp)

    Hours: 1
    This 16 hour course is designed to educate the advanced level healthcare provider in the theory and techniques of managing the critically ill adult cardiovascular emergencies will be taught. Upon successful completion, an American Heart Association ACLS Provider card will be issued. Students must be advanced level practitioners or enrolled in a course of study leading to appropriate licensure.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMS 101  within past 2 years or Instructor Consent
  
  • EMS 105 - Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support

    Hours: 1
    This 16 hour course is designed to instruct the prehospital care professional in theories and techniques of management of the trauma victim. Participants should be experienced prehospital or emergency care providers. Renewal is recommended every 4 years. An NAEMT PHTLS Provider certificate will be issued on successful completion.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EMS 106 - EMT-Basic Relicensure

    Hours: 6
    EMT-Basic Relicensure will meet all 100 CEU requirements to relicense in the state of Missouri. Students will attend select topics from the EMS 110  course.

    Prerequisite: Current licensure as an EMT-Basic.
  
  • EMS 107 - Pediatric First Aid/CPR

    Hours: 0.5
    Basic pediatric first aid course designed for the non-healthcare provided. Includes infant and child CPR. Students will receive a card good for two years.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EMS 109 - Emergency Medical Technician Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical portion of the course which provides training in the emergency care of the sick and injured. The course includes didactic, practical, and off-campus experiences. Those completing the course are eligible to take the National Registry examination to become registered and licensed as an EMT.

    Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in ENG 090  or appropriate placement score into ENG 101  or ENG 114 .
    Corequisite: EMS 110  
  
  • EMS 110 - Emergency Medical Tech Lecture

    Hours: 8
    A course which provides training in the emergency care of the sick and injured. The course includes didactic, practical, and off-campus experiences. Those completing the course are eligible to take the National Registry examination to become registered and licensed as an EMT.

    Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in ENG 090  or appropriate placement score into ENG 101  or ENG 114 .
    Corequisite: EMS 109  
  
  • EMS 120 - EMT Refresher

    Hours: 2
    EMT Refresher will meet national guidelines for 24 CEU’s. In addition, CPR for Healthcare Provider recertification will be included.

    Prerequisite: Current Licensure as EMT-Basic.
  
  • EMS 121 - Introduction to Paramedic Technican Lecture

    Hours: 4
    This course is designed as a preparatory course for any student who will be enrolling in an upcoming paramedic class, or any EMT wishing to enhance current skills. The student will receive instruction in math, science, patho-physiology, assessment, documentation, and additional emergency medical training which will enhance existing job skills and provide a sound knowledge base for entrance into the paramedic training program.

    Prerequisite: EMS 110  EMS 109 , minimum grade C or consent of instructor.
  
  • EMS 122 - Introduction to Paramedic Technician Clinical

    Hours: 2
    This course is designed as a preparatory course for any student who will be enrolling in an upcoming paramedic class, or any EMT wishing to enhance current skills. The student will receive instruction in math, science, patho-physiology, assessment, documentation, and additional emergency medical training which will enhance existing job skills and provide a sound knowledge base for entrance into the paramedic training program. This course includes 100 hour ambulance clinical component to be completed outside of the classroom.

    Prerequisite: Current Missouri EMT-Basic Licensure
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EMS 121  
  
  • EMS 131 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

    Hours: 1
    The 16 hour provider course is designed to educate the advanced level healthcare provider in the theory and techniques of managing the critically ill pediatric patient. The algorithm approach to management of pediatric emergencies will be taught. Course should be repeated every two years, according to the American Heart Association standards. An AHA PALS Provider card will be issued upon successful completion.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of EMS 101  within past 2 years of Instructor approval
  
  • EMS 150 - Paramedic Refresher Clinical

    Hours: 2
    Opportunities are provided for paramedics to enhance practical skills through supervised hospital and/or EMS agency clinical experiences. May be repeated.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
  
  • EMS 151 - Paramedic 1 Lab

    Hours: 1
    EMS skills lab course for the practice and verification of skills needed for Paramedic Clinical courses.  Students will be expected to spend additional time outside of scheduled class time in the EMS Skills Lab.

    Corequisite: EMS 152  
  
  • EMS 152 - Paramedic 1

    Hours: 5
    The first half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Course includes didactic, skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: health & wellness, pathophysiology, general pharmacology, legal issues, bioethics, airway management and advanced assessment.

    Prerequisite: EMS 121 , minimum grade C and acceptance into program
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EMS 122  
  
  • EMS 160 - EMS Educator Workshop

    Hours: 3
    A study of the basic theories of learning and methods of instruction. The use of lectures, demonstrations, and visual aids as applied to the instruction of emergency medical services students are illustrated. Practice is provided in the use and development of lesson plans, visual aids, evaluations, internet content, and other teaching devices. Each student’s application of teaching procedure is critically discussed and evaluated.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Consent
  
  • EMS 161 - Paramedic 2 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical part of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as an entry-level paramedic. Topics include: health & wellness, pathophysiology, general pharmacology, legal issues, bioethics, airway management, and advanced assessment.

    Prerequisite: EMS 152  
    Corequisite: EMS 162  
  
  • EMS 162 - Paramedic 2

    Hours: 5
    The second half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Course includes didactic, skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: health & wellness, pathophysiology, general pharmacology, legal issues, bioethics, airway management, and advanced assessment.

    Prerequisite: EMS 152  and EMS 151  , minimimum grade C
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EMS 161  
  
  • EMS 200 - Paramedic Refresher

    Hours: 3
    A course designed to meet one-third of the requirements for relicensure as a paramedic. Content covers the core requirements for paramedic continuing education as described by the National Registry of EMT’s. Didactic and practical experiences will be provided. May be repeated. Internet-based course is available. This course may also be taken for re-entry requirements or preparation for repeat of initial licensure examinations. Upon completion of this course, the student will be issued a CEU certificate that states “Paramedic Refresher”. Students should be aware that the NREMT limits the amount of distance education units to 10 per re-licensure period. Missouri Unit of EMS has no limits on distance education that can be used for re-licensure.

    Prerequisite: EMS 231  or Instructor Consent
  
  • EMS 201 - Paramedic 3

    Hours: 5
    First half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxiocology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EMS 162  and EMS 161 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EMS 202  
  
  • EMS 202 - Paramedic 3 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical part of the first half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxiocology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EMS 152 , EMS 162  and EMS 161 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EMS 201  
  
  • EMS 211 - Paramedic 4 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical part of the second half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxicology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EMS 201  EMS 202 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EMS 212  
  
  • EMS 212 - Paramedic 4

    Hours: 5
    The second half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxicology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EMS 201  EMS 202 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EMS 211  
  
  • EMS 221 - Paramedic 5

    Hours: 5
    A course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Third course in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as an entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic, skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester includes: OB/GYN/Neonatal, pediatrics, geriatrics, psychiatry, assessment-based management, and ALS scene management.

    Prerequisite: EMS 212  EMS 211 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EMS 222  
  
  • EMS 222 - Paramedic 5 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    Opportunities are provided for students to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Students will work with experienced field preceptors in the prehospital setting to perform patient assessment and hone clinical skills.

    Prerequisite: EMS 212 , EMS 211 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EMS 221  
  
  • EMS 231 - Paramedic 6

    Hours: 2
    A course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Fourth course in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as an entry-level paramedic. Course includes seminar-based meetings in preparation for National Registry Examinations, career management, and continuing opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in the clinical and field settings. On successful completion of all four semesters and field internship, student will be eligible to take the National Registry Examination to become registered and licensed as a paramedic.

    Prerequisite: EMS 221  EMS 222 ; minimum grade C
  
  • EMS 270 - I.S.-EMT

    Hours: 1 - 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
  
  • EMS 271 - I.S. EMT II

    Hours: 1-5
    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
  
  • EMS 272 - I.S. EMT III

    Hours: 1-5
    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
  
  • EMS 273 - I.S. EMT IV

    Hours: 1-5
    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
  
  • EMS 275 - Paramedic Field Internship Continuation

    Hours: 1
    A completion of the paramedic field internship (EM*1332). Students are granted one additional semester to complete any remaining clinical objectives required for course completion and preparation for National Registry testing. Students are expected to have completed all hospital and field clinical and internship requirements by the end of this course.

    Prerequisite: EM*1332 or instructor consent
  
  • EMS 280 - Special Topics-EMT

    Hours: 1 - 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
  
  • EMS 290 - Paramedic Field Internship

    Hours: 1
    A clinical course for Paramedic Field Internship, which is completed with an approved preceptor at an EMS Clinical Agency.

    Prerequisite: EMS 221  EMS 222  

Engineering

  
  • EGR 103 - Introduction to Engineering Design

    Hours: 3
    Introduction to a systematic approach to engineering design (problem clarification, concept generation, prototyping methods, engineering ethics) and fundamental design communication techniques. Computer aided design tools are intoduced to assist in design analysis.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MTH 170 , minimum grade C
  
  • EGR 203 - Engineering Mechanics-Statics

    Hours: 3
    A study of the application of the principles of mechanics to engineering problems of equilibrium. Topics include resultant, equilibrium in two and three dimensions, friction, trusses, center of gravity and moment of inertia.

    Prerequisite: PHY 211  PHY 212 , minimum grade C
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MTH 220 , minimum grade C
  
  • EGR 213 - Metallurgy for Engineers

    Hours: 3
    Introduction to the structure and properties of metals and alloys and to processes used to modify the structure and properties of metallic materials, including alloying, deformation and heat treating,

    Prerequisite: CHM 111 , minimum grade C
  
  • EGR 214 - Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics

    Hours: 3
    A study of application of the principles of mechanics to engineering problems of motion and acceleration. Topics include motion, force, mass, acceleration and impulse and momemtum in two and three dimensions; work and energy.

    Prerequisite: EGR 203 ; minimum grade C
  
  • EGR 221 - C++ Program Engineers

    Hours: 3
    Basic programming techniques and programming structure, debugging and verification of programs, data representation, and computer solution of problems using C++. The programs will be based on concepts and problems relevant to engineers and scientists. Introductory concepts in program design, software engineering, and numerical analysis will be used to enhance understanding of the programming development process.

    Prerequisite: MTH 170 ; minimum grade c
    Corequisite: EGR 222  
  
  • EGR 222 - C++ Prog/Engineers Lab

    Hours: 1
    A computer labortatory course on the basic programming techniques and programming structure, debugging and verification of programs, data representation, and computer solution of problems using C++. The programs will be based on concepts and problems relevant to engineers and scientists. Introductory concepts in program design, software engineering, and numerical analysis will be used to enhance understanding of the programming development process.

    Prerequisite: MTH 170 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EGR 221  
  
  • EGR 231 - Introductory Circuit Theory

    Hours: 3
    An introduction to electrical circuits, mesh methods, nodal methods, steady state, and transient circuits. Resistors, capacitors, inductors, voltage sources, and current sources are included.

    Prerequisite: MTH 210  minimum grade C
  
  • EGR 251 - Data Structures

    Hours: 3
    A continuation of the development of structured programming concepts and their use in program development. Stacks, queues, linked list, arrays, trees, sorting and searching will be taught together with their use in implementations of a number of algorithms.

    Prerequisite: EGR 221  EGR 222 ; minimum grade C
  
  • EGR 270 - I.S.-Engineering

    Hours: 1 - 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
  
  • EGR 280 - Special Topics-Engineering

    Hours: 1 - 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

English

  
  • ENG 014 - Study Skills

    Hours: 1
    A course designed to help students make the most of the college experience by introducing them to some of the ideas and skills that have been proved to work for successful students. Content can be adjusted to meet the needs of any group but covers such topics as time management, note taking, reading, test taking, memorizing, critical thinking, health, finances, and college resources available. Not intended for transfer or degree credit.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: DEV
    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • ENG 020 - Reading Bridge

    Hours: 0
    This is a weeklong course intended for students who place into ENG 080 . The Reading Bridge is designed to assist in improving placement scores by focusing on test taking skills and targeted remediation in reading comprehension and vocabulary improvement. At the end of the bridge, students will retake the reading portion of the placement exam.

  
  • ENG 030 - Writing Bridge

    Hours: 0
    A week long academic refresher course intended for students who place into EN*0133.  The Writing Bridge is designed to assist in improving placement scores by focusing on test taking skills and targeted remediation in writing skills.  In addition to test-taking strategies, course topics include developing and organizing ideas in writing; using basic problem-solving and
    reading strategies; reviewing parts of speech, punctuation, common spelling errors; and
    practicing editing techniques.  At the end of the week long bridge, students will retake the writing skills portion of the placement exam. In order to test out of EN*0133, students must earn a COMPASS writing score of 71 or higher or pass the writing sample.

  
  • ENG 040 - Reading & Writing Bridge

    Hours: 0
    A two-week long course intended for students who placed into EN*0203 and EN*0133.  The Reading and Writing Bridge is designed to assist in improving placement scores by focusing on test taking  skills and targeted remediation in reading and writing. In addition to test-taking strategies, course topics include annotating; developing and organizing ideas in writing; responding to texts; summarizing; reviewing parts of speech, punctuation, common spelling errors; and practicing editing techniques. At the end of the bridge, students will retake the reading and writing skills portions of the placement exam. To test out of EN*0203, students must earn a COMPASS reading score of 81 or higher or earn a 50 percentile rank or higher on the Nelson-Denny vocabulary and comprehension test. In order to test out of EN*0133, students must earn a COMPASS writing score of 70 higher or pass the writing sample.

  
  • ENG 080 - Reading Comprehension

    Hours: 3
    A course in reading comprehension, including such skills as recalling specific facts, making an inference, drawing a conclusion, isolating details, finding the main idea, making a judgment, understanding literary terms, and recognizing tone. The course also stresses vocabulary improvement and flexible reading rates. Not intended for transfer or degree credit.

    Lecture/Laboratory: Lecture 2 hours, lab 1 hour.
    Prerequisite: Appropriate reading placement score.
  
  • ENG 085 - Connecting Reading and Writing

    Hours: 5
    A course is designed to integrate critical reading and writing skills to prepare students for success in Composition I. The focus of the course will be applying critical reading skills to organizing, analyzing, and retaining material and developing written work appropriate to the audience, purpose, situation, and length of the assignment. This class is reserved for students who have been placed into Reading Comprehension and Intro to Writing. This course is not intended for transfer or degree credit.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate reading and writing placement score.
  
  • ENG 090 - Introduction to Writing

    Hours: 3
    Introduction to Writing is a developmental writing course for students who need to improve their critical thinking, reading, and writing skills before attempting college composition. Students will practice applying standard edited English (basic grammar, usage, and punctuation), developing ideas, and refining paragraph structure, culminating in the production of multi-paragraph essays. Not intended for transfer or degree credit.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: DEV
    Prerequisite: Appropriate English placement score
  
  • ENG 095 - Composition Expansion

    Hours: 2
    Composition Expansion is a developmental writing course for students who are co-enrolled in English Composition I(ENG 101 )and need to improve their critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis is on supporting and extending the writing process for English Composition I writing, developing and refining paragraph structure, pushing toward deeper engagement with ideas, and providing support for non-cognitive concerns that may be impacting students’ performance in English Composition I.

    Prerequisite: ACCUPLACER score below 79
    Corequisite: ENG 101  
  
  • ENG 101 - English Comp I

    Hours: 3


    English Composition I is designed to improve students critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis is on the writing process and practice of textual analysis to produce academic essays. Comp I also addresses the fundamentals of argument, research and documentation.

     

    MOTR ENGL 100



    Prerequisite: Students must have tested into English Composition I (ACT 18 or greater OR Accuplacer score 80 or higher OR challenge writing sample score of 4 or better) OR successful completion of ENG 090  (C or better) AND students must have met the college reading readiness score of (18 or better ACT OR 80 or better on Accuplacer Reading or challenge Nelson Denny score of 6 or higher) OR successful completion of ENG 080  (C or better).

  
  • ENG 102 - English Comp II

    Hours: 3


    English Composition II is a second course in composition focused on in-depth critical thinking, reading, and writing. Students will write analytically, utilizing argumentation and research skills, while examining a wide range of literature.

     

    MOTR ENGL 200



    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 ; minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 104 - Technical Writing

    Hours: 3


    An introduction to the practical aspects of preparing various correspondences and technical reports. The emphasis is on clear, direct communication; the techniques of collecting, storing, and sorting business and scientific data; and presenting this information in formal and informal reports. The course also addresses communicating with prospective employers and preparing application letters and resumes. Other elements of communication used in business, science, and industry, including oral presentations, documents, illustrations, and electronic transmittal of documents are covered.

     

    MOTR ENGL 110



    Gen Ed Skill Type: C-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 ; minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 114 - Honors English Comp I

    Hours: 3


    This course is an intensified composition course open only to students who exhibit a high degree of proficiency in English. Honors Comp I emphasizes academic literacy skills: critical reading, textual analysis, expository and analytical writing, research, selection and incorporation of textual support, accurate documentation, organizational techniques, and incisive classroom discussion. Conferences are provided for individualized instruction. Placement is initially based upon Accuplacer score of 110 and above and accompanied by a first day, in-class writing sample administered and assessed by Honors Comp faculty. At the faculty’s discretion, a student who doesn’t perform satisfactorily on the in-class writing may be recommended to withdraw from Honors English Composition I and be placed into English Comp I.

    MOTR ENGL 100



    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement scores into ENG*114

  
  • ENG 115 - Honors English Comp II

    Hours: 3


    This course builds upon the emphasis in Honors Comp I on academic literacy with a more concentrated focus on research and inquiry, analytic and argumentative writing, evaluation and synthesis of sources, and creation of formally documented research essays. Conferences for individualized instruction are provided.

    MOTR ENGL 200



    Open only to: Open only to students who earn an A or B in ENG 114  or an A in ENG 101  with a written recommendation from the Comp I instructor.
    Prerequisite: ENG 114 , minimum grade B or ENG 101 , minimum grade A and written recommendation from Comp I instructor

  
  • ENG 124 - World Literature I

    Hours: 3


    The first of two courses designed to strengthen students’ skills in the discussing of literary classics and in writing about great literature.

     

    MOTR LITR 200A



    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 .

  
  • ENG 125 - World Literature II

    Hours: 3


    The second of two courses designed to strengthen students’ skills discussing literary classics and in their writing about great literature.

     

    MOTR LITR 200M



    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114  

  
  • ENG 144 - Fiction

    Hours: 3


    A study of literature concentrating on the short story written by English and American authors as well as authors from other countries and cultures. Emphasis is placed on analysis and interpretation.

     

    MOTR LITR 100F



    Gen Ed Skill Type: CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114  

  
  • ENG 145 - World Fiction

    Hours: 3


    This course will examine the history and development of the short story as a form in various parts of the world as well as the social/political/historical contexts for individual stories. Research of the cultures from which the various stories originate will add a global awareness to the objectives of the study of literature.

     

    MOTR LITR 200



    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, GLB, HFA, ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 .

  
  • ENG 146 - Literature of Science Fiction

    Hours: 3
    A study of the development of science fiction, especially in the 20th century. The emphasis is on reading the works themselves, for themselves, but an attempt is made to show the development of the form toward literary maturity.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, VAL, HFA, ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C
  
  • ENG 147 - Art of the Novel

    Hours: 3
    A course in which English and American novels, selected to give a fair sampling of 18th, 19th, and 20th century writers, are read with emphasis placed upon how to read the novel. The course is an introduction to the pleasure of the novel and not just a survey.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, VAL, HFA, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114  
  
  • ENG 147 - Literature of Autobiography

    Hours: 3
    This course is a study of autobiographical texts by selected writers grappling with self definition through literature: poetry, prose memoir, novel, graphic novel, and/or other media. While primary emphasis is placed on literary explication, students will investigate ways in which race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and class shape the writers’ notions of self.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: GLB, HFA, WRT, ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 .
  
  • ENG 148 - Fiction Into Film

    Hours: 3
    Fiction into Film will explore the complex interplay between film and literature. Selected short stories are analyzed in relation to film versions of the same works in order to gain understanding of the possibilities and problems involved in transposition to film. Students will study techniques and methods used in the creation of both art forms.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, WRT, HFA, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114  
  
  • ENG 149 - Classical Mythology

    Hours: 3


    A study of the ancient mythology and religion of the Greeks and others shown in literature past and present.

     

    MOTR LITR 200A



    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, GLB, HFA, ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114  

  
  • ENG 210 - Survey British Literature: Beginning-1784

    Hours: 3


    A survey of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the Age of Reason.

     

    MOTR LITR 102A

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, GLB, HFA, ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 211 - Survey British Literature: Romant-Present

    Hours: 3


    A survey of English literature from the romantic period to the present.

     

    MOTR LITR 102B



    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, GLB, HFA, ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 214 - Women’s Literature

    Hours: 3


    This course will concentrate on the diverse tradition of writing by women over the centuries. Students will read women’s literature in the conventional genres of fiction and nonfiction–stories, poems, novels, essays–as well as less conventional forms such as memoirs, letters, and journals. Readings will highlight the unique historical development, content, and style of women’s literary heritage.

     

    MOTR LITR 106



    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL, WRT, HFA, ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 215 - African American Literature

    Hours: 3


    African American Literature is an introductory course designed to study literary writings produced by African Americans from colonial times to the present. The course will follow a historical approach, surveying major works of literature produced by African Americans throughout the nation’s history, often involving periods and movements most significant to African American history.

     

    MOTR LITR 105AA



    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, VAL, HFA, ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 216 - Latino/Latina Literature

    Hours: 3


    A study of selected readings from Latin American and Latina authors, particularly drama, prose, poetry, and essays. All readings are in English. The course does utilize some web components such as on-line discussions.

     

    MOTR LITR 105L



    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, GLB, HFA, ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 ,minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 217 - Introduction to Shakespeare

    Hours: 3
    Introduction to Shakespeare will provide students with a survey of Shakespearian texts-dramas, histories, comedies, and romances. Cultural and historical contexts of the works will be considered and students will view and analyze adaptations of Shakespearian plays (on film or on state).

    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL, WRT, HFA, ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C
  
  • ENG 221 - Survey American Literature: Col-1865

    Hours: 3


    A survey of American literature from the colonial period to the Civil War.

     

    MOTR LITR 101A



    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, GLB, HFA, ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 222 - Survey American Literature: 1865-Present

    Hours: 3


    A survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present.

     

    MOTR LITR 101B



    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, GLB, HFA, ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C

  
  • ENG 231 - Literature of Mystery

    Hours: 3
    A study of the development of mystery literature from the 19th century to present. The course will focus on the history and conventions of detective fiction as well as how literature from other genres incorporates these conventions. In addition to detective fiction in the strict sense, this course will include the study of literature that contains elements of the mystery genre, such as literature dealing with the unconventional or unknown, the fantastic and supernatural.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, WRT, HFA, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C
  
  • ENG 232 - Literature of Fantasy

    Hours: 3
    A study of the development of fantasy as a literary form, with emphasis on J.R.R. Tolkien. The course aims at defining fantasy in a basic way, and then showing, through an analysis of the works, the pleasures particular to the genre.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, VAL, HFA, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C
  
  • ENG 241 - Creative Writing

    Hours: 3
    A course in imaginative writing involving student production of poems, stories, and plays.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, HFA, VAL, C-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 , minimum grade C
  
  • ENG 242 - Creative Writing: Literary Nonfiction

    Hours: 3
    This course will concentrate on students’ reading of professional literary nonfiction and their own writing of literary nonfiction essays. Course will be held as a workshop with peer input acting as an integral part of the course requirements.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, VAL, HFA, C-CLO
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 ; minimum grade C
  
  • ENG 270 - I.S.-English

    Hours: 1 - 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
  
  • ENG 280 - Special Topics-English

    Hours: 1 - 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

Environmental Science

  
  • EVR 103 - Introduction to Environmental Science

    Hours: 3


    Introduction to Environmental Science is a survey course integrating a wide variety of scientific disciplines that provides students with a foundation in the basic principles and unifying concepts of Environmental Science, and provides an awareness of the importance of the earth’s systems in their daily life. Topic selection will derive from the major themes of modern environmental science: Basic life and physical science as it relates to the environment, ecological principles, earth materials & land forms, weather and climate, sustaining biodiversity, natural resource usage, maintaining environmental quality, the interrelationships of humans with the natural world, and environmental changes and the scientific method for studying environmental issues; and the application of critical thought to contemporary environmental issues via structured online discussion forums from which 40% of the course grade will be derived.

     

    MOTR PHYS 110EV



    Gen Ed Skill Type: CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in MTH 110  or MTH 108  and appropriate placement test score to reflect college level reading or placement into MTH 140  and appropriate placement test score to reflect college level reading.


Fire Technology

  
  • FST 103 - BS Fire Prot&Alrm Sys

    Hours: 3
    A study of modern fire protection including water supply and distribution systems, housing of equipment and personnel, private fire protection methods, chemical extinguishers, building construction, and a study of the various types of fixed and portable fire detection and alarm systems. Written documentation included as applicable. Offered evenings only.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • FST 105 - Gen Bldg Construction

    Hours: 3
    A study of fundamentals of building construction and materials related to fire protection. Includes building plan layouts, conventional representations, symbols and abbreviations for building materials, methods of showing floor plans, elevations, sections, and dimensions. Offered evenings only.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • FST 111 - Firefighter I

    Hours: 5
    A course designed to help fire service officials in providing training to recruit firefighters. The course places emphasis on these skills and related information necessary to develop and recruit firefighters as a usable member of the firefighter in NFPA Standard 1001-1987 were used in the development of this package. The course is divided into 18 subject areas as required by NFPA 1001. Offered evenings only. If state certified, this course not required.

    Prerequisite: None Students may apply for the Missouri Division of Fire Safety (MDFS) Fire Fighter I Certification after successful completion of the course. It is the student’s responsibility to review and meet the MDFS requirements for certification. Information can be found on the Missouri Division of Fire Safety website: http://www.dfs.dps.mo.gov/programs/training/firefighterIII.asp
  
  • FST 112 - Firefighter II

    Hours: 5
    This course is designed to train the student to Level II as outlined in the Standard for Fire Fighters Professional Qualifications, NFPA 1001-1987 Chapter 4. Subjects include fire behavior, portable extinguishers, water supplies, ropes, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladders, ventilation, forcible entry, hose, nozzles, appliances, fire streams, rescue, sprinkler systems, inspections, first aid, salvage, and overhaul.

    Prerequisite: FST 111 , minimum grade C Students may apply for the Missouri Division of Fire Safety (MDFS) Fire Fighter II Certification after successful completion of the course. It is the student?s responsibility to review and meet the MDFS requirements for certification. Information can be found on the Missouri Division of Fire Safety website: http://www.dfs.dps.mo.gov/programs/training/firefighterIII.asp
  
  • FST 134 - Apparatus Driver/Operator

    Hours: 4
    This course is designed to acquaint firefighters, pump operators, and engineers with the following: characteristics of water flow, friction loss, engine pressure, multiple lines, unequal layouts, pump and pumpers, and field equations. Written documentation included as applicable. Recommend mathematics and physics courses. Offered evenings only

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • FST 143 - Fr Dept Organ&Suprv

    Hours: 3
    Instruction in management and administration for the fire service including the functions of management, planning, organizing, directing, controlling, the management cycle, motivation, behavioral science, executive development, educational development, and labor relations. Written documentation included as applicable. Offered evenings only.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • FST 163 - Codes & Ordinances

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to acquaint students with necessary procedures to properly enforce national, state, and local ordinances related to fire protection. Includes building and electrical codes.

    Recommended: Recommend previous FST 105 . Offered evenings only.

    Prerequisite: None
 

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