Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Philosophy and Religion

  
  • REL 213 - New Testament

    Hours: 3
    A critical-historical survey of the New Testament as literature. Special emphasis is placed upon the different modern approaches to Biblical understanding and criticism, and upon the different literary types of writings found in the New Testament itself, especially the Gospels and Letters of Paul. The course is designed to help the student appreciate the Bible as great literature from a critical point of view.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: None
  
  • REL 270 - I.S.- Religion

    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: Instructor Consent

Physical Education

  
  • PED 000 - Fitness Center Orientation

    Hours: 0
    A non-credit access to the fitness center. Students will participate in an orientation to the equipment and sign a consent form before starting exercise.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 111 - Introduction to Fitness and Wellness

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. The course is designed to introduce the student to an exercise program, which combines aerobic training with the benefits of circuit weight training, providing an effective workout for all major muscle groups. Course topics include cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, nutrition, and body composition. Students will meet with the instructor for 1200 minutes of activity time. This course is a web enhanced course with the equivalent of 300 minutes of on-line work using Moodle. The quizzes will be submitted online and graded immediately online. Access to the site will not be permitted after the last day of regular class in the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 112 - Intermediate Fitness

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course designed to provide an opportunity for students to continue to participate in an individualized program of exercise. In addition to aerobic circuit training, students will be instructed in the use of equipment designed to improve cardio-respiratory fitness. Students will meet with the instructor for 1500 minutes of activity time.

    Prerequisite: PED 111  
  
  • PED 113 - Advanced Fitness

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course designed to provide opportunities for the student to develop an individual programs of exercise based on the concepts and guidelines for each component of fitness: muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body composition, and cardio- respiratory endurance. Students will select the exercise programs and establish goals for the components they wish to improve. Students will meet with the instructor for 1500 minutes of activity time.

    Prerequisite: PED 111 , PED 112  
  
  • PED 115 - Zumba

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course designed to introduce students to an aerobic dance workout combining Latin inspired dance and music to motivate students throughout the course. Students will be required to complete the on-line Moodle wellness portion for the course to count for one physical education credit. Students will meet with the instructor for 1200 minutes of activity time. This course is a web enhanced course with the equivalent of 300 minutes of on-line work using Moodle.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 116 - Golf

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. Introduction to the fundamental skills and rules of golf activities. Students will meet with the instructor for 1200 minutes of activity time. This course is a web enhanced course with the equivalent of 300 minutes of on-line work using Moodle.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: PE
    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 121 - Bowling

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. Introduction to the fundamental skill, strategies and rules of bowling. Students will meet with the instructor for 1200 minutes of activity time. This course is a web enhanced course with the equivalent of 300 minutes of on-line work using Moodle.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 126 - Yoga

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. An introductory course designed to introduce students to the basic principles Yoga movements, awareness, breathing and relaxation. Techniques will be incorporated to help release tightness and tensions and develop inner awareness. Students will be lead through a progression of the aforementioned techniques to achieve a higher level of yoga. Students will meet with the instructor for 1200 minutes of activity time. This course is a web enhanced course with the equivalent of 300 minutes of on-line work using Moodle.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 141 - Varsity Soccer

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course in individual skills, team strategy and conditioning to prepare a team for intercollegiate competition. May be taken at the beginning and intermediate levels. A wellness component must be taken along with this course to receive the physical education credit for the associate degree plan.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 142 - Varsity Softball

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course in individual skills, team strategy and conditioning to prepare a team for intercollegiate competition. May be taken at the beginning and intermediate levels. A wellness component must be taken along with this course to receive the physical education credit for the associate degree plan.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 143 - Varsity Volleyball

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course in individual skills, team strategy and conditioning to prepare a team for intercollegiate competition. May be taken at the beginning and intermediate levels. A wellness component must be taken along with this course to receive the physical education credit for the associate degree plan.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 151 - Stress Management

    Hours: 3
    This course explores the nature of stress and the physiological/psychological effects upon the health of the body due to prolonged stress responses. Short and long term somatic and behavioral techniques for applied stress control (i.e. exercise, nutrition, relaxation, visualization, meditation, goal setting and time management) will be examined. Techniques for management of stress will be discussed and practiced.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 152 - Introduction to Sport Management

    Hours: 3
    The course is designed to introduce students to the field of sport management. Students will be exposed to areas of study within the sport management curriculum, which include human resource management, ethics, law, facility management, marketing, economics, finance, and event management. Students will also be introduced to academic and career opportunities in sport management.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • PED 153 - Sport Facility and Event Management

    Hours: 3
    A course to provide an understanding of the elements needed to successfully manage a sport facility or sporting event on a recreational, institution, or private level.  Students will be exposed to event scheduling, event operations, facility planning, facility maintenance, personnel management, budgeting, risk management practices as well as ADA compliance.

  
  • PED 211 - History & Philosophy of PE & Sport

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to provide a working knowledge of the historical and philosophical foundations of physical education and sport. An understanding of the roots of physical education and sport from ancient times to the present will be examined. European influences on the evolution of American sport and physical education will be covered. The application of philosophical viewpoints from different time periods will be compared and contrasted to modern day practices.

    Prerequisite: COL 101  or COL 102  
  
  • PED 212 - Sociological Aspects of Physical Education & Sports

    Hours: 3
    A course to provide an introduction to sport sociology which students are exposed to the relationships between sport, culture and society.  Case studies based on social theories will be presented with past issues and current research to gain a better insight to physical education and sport in the context of the world today. Topics will include youth sports, gender and racial issues, sport commercialization as well as educational issues at high school and college sport levels.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, EV-CLO  
    Prerequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114 ; minimum grade C
  
  • PED 241 - Varsity Soccer

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course in individual skills, team strategy and conditioning to prepare a team for intercollegiate competition. May be taken at the beginning and intermediate levels.

    Prerequisite: PED 141  
  
  • PED 242 - Varsity Softball

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course in individual skills, team strategy and conditioning to prepare a team for intercollegiate competition. May be taken at the beginning and intermediate levels.

    Prerequisite: PED 142  
  
  • PED 243 - Varsity Volleyball

    Hours: 1
    This is a physical education physical activity course. A course in individual skills, team strategy and conditioning to prepare a team for intercollegiate competition. May be taken at the beginning and intermediate levels.

    Prerequisite: PED 143  
  
  • PED 270 - I.S.-Physical 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
  
  • PED 280 - Special Topics-Physical Education

    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

Physics

  
  • PHY 102 - Introduction to Astronomy

    Hours: 3


    This course introduces the concepts and principles of our knowledge of the Earth, Solar System, stars and galaxies, other objects in the universe, and the universe itself and its evolution. The course also explores some of the methods used in studying astronomical objects such as observations from telescopes and spacecraft, the scientific method, and basic concepts from physics, geology, and other sciences to identify and explain formative processes and unique characteristics. This course is designed for students in non-science majors.
    Prerequisite: MTH 080 with grade of C or placement in to higher level math class.

     

    MOTR ASTR 100



    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: MTH 080, minimum grade C or appropriate placement into MTH 110 or higher

  
  • PHY 104 - Introduction to Physics Lecture & Lab

    Hours: 4


    This course is a survey of physics for students in technical majors. Students will learn about mechanics, linear and rotational kinematics, momentum, work and energy, simple machines, properties of materials, fluid mechanics, gas laws, electricity, thermodynamics and heat transfer. This is a non-calculus course with a lecture and laboratory component.

     

    MOTR PHYS 100L



    Lecture/Laboratory: A combined lecture and lab for a total of 4 credit hours with a minimum of 2 hours of lab time per week.
    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, LAB, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: MTH 108  or MTH 110 ; minimum grade C or appropriate placement into MTH 140  

  
  • PHY 110 - Survey of Physical Science Lecture & Lab

    Hours: 5


    A survey of physical sciences, designed for the non-science major. Students will learn abou the scientific method of discovery and its application to the fields of geology, astronomy, chemistry, meteorology, and the environment and physics. The science laboratory will illustrate and reinforce lecture topics through exercises.

     

    MOTR PHYS 110L



    Lecture/Laboratory: Three hours of lecture and minimum of four hours laboratory per week.
    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, LAB, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: MTH 080  or MTH 094  ; minimum grade C or appropriate placement score into MTH 140  .

  
  • PHY 111 - College Physics I Lecture

    Hours: 3


    A study of mechanics, properties of matter, and thermodynamics. Not recommended for math, physical science, or engineering students.

     

    MOTR PHYS 150L (PHY111/112)



    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: MTH 170 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 112  

  
  • PHY 112 - College Physics I Lab

    Hours: 2


    A science laboratory course in the study of mechanics, properties of matter, and thermodynamics. Not recommended for math, physical science, or engineering students.

     

    MOTR PHYS 150L (PHY 111/112)



    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, LAB
    Prerequisite: MTH 170 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 111  

  
  • PHY 121 - College Physics II Lecture

    Hours: 3
    A continuation of PHY 111  and PHY 112 , including a study of electricity, magnetism, light, and atomic physics. Not recommended for math, physical science, or engineering students.

    Prerequisite: PHY 111  and PHY 112 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 122  
  
  • PHY 122 - College Physics II Lab

    Hours: 2
    A science laboratory course continuation of PHY 111  and PHY 112 , including a study of electricity, magnetism, light, and atomic physics. Not recommended for math, physical science, or engineering students.

    Prerequisite: PHY 111  and PHY 112 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 121  
  
  • PHY 200 - General Physics I Recitation

    Hours: 0


    A problem solving session to develop the student’s ability to solve physics problems successfully.

     

    MOTR PHYS 200L (PHY 211, PHY 212 & PHY 200 required)

    Corequisite: PHY 211  

  
  • PHY 211 - General Physics I Lecture

    Hours: 3


    A study of the mechanics of solids, liquids, and gases; and of heat and sound. A course intended for the student who plans to major in mathematics, the physical sciences, or engineering.

     

    MOTR PHYS 200L (PHY 211/212/200)



    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: MTH 190 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 212  and PHY 200  

  
  • PHY 212 - General Physics I Lab

    Hours: 2


    A science laboratory course on the mechanics of solids, liquids, and gases; and of heat and sound. A course intended for the student who plans to major in mathematics, the physical sciences, or engineering.

     

    MOTR PHYS 200L (PHY 211/212/200)



    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, LAB, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: MTH 190 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 211  

  
  • PHY 220 - General Physics II Recitation

    Hours: 0
    A problem solving session to develop the student’s ability to solve physics problems successfully.

    Corequisite: PHY 221  
  
  • PHY 221 - General Phys II Lecture

    Hours: 3
    A study of electricity, magnetism, and light.

    Prerequisite: PHY 211  & PHY 212 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 222  and PHY 220  
  
  • PHY 222 - General Physics II Lab

    Hours: 2
    A science laboratory course on the study of electricity, magnetism, and light.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: PHYS, LAB, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: PHY 211  and PHY 212 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: PHY 221  
  
  • PHY 270 - I.S.-Physics

    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
  
  • PHY 280 - Special Topics-Physics

    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

Political Science

  
  • PSC 101 - Introduction to Political Science

    Hours: 3
    A survey course which introduces the student to the theory and content of politics and introduces students to the major disciplines of Political Science: Comparative Politics, International Relations, Public Law, Public Policy Making and Political Theory. Basic concepts and approaches to the study of political activity are discussed. PS 1103 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 Rs. Mo. requiring the study of the U.S. and Missouri constitutions.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: CON, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: Appropriate placement score or coursework to enter ENG 101  or ENG 114  
  
  • PSC 102 - US Government I: National & State

    Hours: 3


    An introduction to the basic principles and structures of American, national, state, and local governments. Emphasis will be placed upon the federal system; constitutional development and interpretation; civil liberties; political parties; the executive, legislative, judicial branches; and federal administrative agencies. PS 1203 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMO requiring the study of state and federal constitutions.

     

    MOTR POSC 101



    Gen Ed Skill Type: CON, CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or coursework to enter ENG 101  or ENG 114  

  
  • PSC 103 - State & Local Government

    Hours: 3
    An introductory survey of state, county, and local government with emphasis on Missouri. The course examines intergovernmental relations; political parties and interest groups; elections; state, county and city legislatures, executives and courts; law enforcement; financing; policymaking; and the problems of metro areas suburbs and rural communities. PS 1303 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMO requiring the study of U.S. and Missouri constitutions.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: CON
    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or coursework to enter ENG 101  or ENG 114  
  
  • PSC 201 - International Relations

    Hours: 3


    A study of the major factors underlying international relations: climate and geography, national concepts and institutions, and the development of foreign policy. Today’s problems of developing nations, East vs. West, and nuclear potentials are considered.

     

    MOTR POSC 201



    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or coursework to enter ENG 101  or ENG 114  

  
  • PSC 202 - Introduction to Comparative Politics

    Hours: 3


    Analysis of ideologies, political cultures and governmental structures of key world countries in comparison to the United States and to each other; political systems of a variety of nations studied. This courses DOES NOT meet the provisions of Section 170.011 Rs.Mo. requiring the study of state and federal constitutions.

     

    MOTR POSC 202



    Prerequisite: PSC 101 , PSC 102 , CIV 201 , CIV 202 , HST 101 , HST 102  or HST 103 ; minimum grade C.

  
  • PSC 270 - I.S.-Political Science

    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
  
  • PSC 280 - Special Topics-Political Science

    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

Psychology

  
  • PSY 101 - General Psychology

    Hours: 3


    A course designed to provide the student with a broad, general introduction to the field of psychology. It is a study of behavior designed to present an account of the significant concepts and findings of contemporary psychology. The course should provide a clear description of the bodies of knowledge in the core areas of psychology.

     

    MOTR PSYC 100



    Gen Ed Skill Type: CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in ENG 080  or appropriate reading placement score.

  
  • PSY 221 - Social Psychology

    Hours: 3
    This course focuses on the analysis of individual behavior in the social setting. Special attention will be given to the theories, methods, and research related to topics including conformity, persuasion, aggression, helping behavior, social judgments, attraction, and the self.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: PSY 101  
  
  • PSY 222 - Personal & Social Adjustment

    Hours: 3
    A study of the everyday task of coping with ourselves, our environment, and the people we encounter. Emphasis will be placed on coping with problems, obstacles, and depressions.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: CM-CLO
    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and ENG 101  or ENG 114 ; minimum grade C
  
  • PSY 224 - Abnormal Psychology

    Hours: 3
    This is a survey course designed to examine the etiology, prevalence, symptomology, and treatment approaches of the major psychological disorders. Topics include anxiety and mood disorders, schizophrenia, somatoform and dissociative disorders, alcohol and drug abuse, development- related disorders, eating disorders and personality disorders.

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  
  
  • PSY 250 - Human Development

    Hours: 3


    A course designed to provide the student with a broad, general introduction to human development. The entire life span will be covered including those concepts and principles basic to an understanding of human development. Development will be studied using an integrated approach from the biological, psychological, sociological, and cultural perspectives.

     

    MOTR PSYC 200



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

  
  • PSY 251 - Child Psychology

    Hours: 3
    A study of development from conception to adolescence emphasizing both current and historical approaches to research and theory, genetic and environmental influences on development, and the sequence and timing of physical, mental, and personality development throughout the years of life from conception through adolescence.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: CCT-CLO
    Prerequisite: PSY 101  or instructor consent
  
  • PSY 252 - Adolescent Psychology

    Hours: 3
    A broad, general introduction to human development and, specifically, adolescent development. Adolescence will be viewed in the entire life cycle and in the social, cultural, political and historical contexts. An integrated approach involving biological, psychological, and cultural perspectives will be used.

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  or instructor consent
  
  • PSY 270 - I.S.-Psychology

    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
  
  • PSY 280 - Special Topics-Psychology

    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

Radiological Technology

  
  • RAD 101 - Fundamentals of Radiologic Science & Health Care *

    Hours: 3
    A lecture course that provides an overview of medical imaging and its role in health care delivery. Students are oriented to key departments, professionalism, and the process to become a succesful RT(R). The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.
     

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 102 - Radiation Protection, Prod & Characteristics *

    Hours: 1
    A lecture course that provides principles of radiation protection, responsibility to patients, personnel, and the public, as well as dose equivalent.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 103 - Digital Image Acquisition & Display I *

    Hours: 1
    A lecture course that introduces factors that govern and influence the producation of the radiologic image using CR/DR equipment. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students  accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 104 - Patient Care in Radiologic Science *

    Hours: 4
    Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Student learns concepts, medical ethics, and patient care including  consideration of physical and psychological conditions, routine and emergency patient care procedures, the role of the radiographer in patient education, and the special aspects of death and dying. CPR certification will be achieved. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are
    allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 105 - Radiographic Procedures I *

    Hours: 5
    Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utlilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The students learns how to perform radiologic procedures of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and upper and lower extremity. Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographs are discussed, along with associated anatomy, pathology, and special studies. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District.  Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 106 - Radiographic Physics I *

    Hours: 3
    A lecutre course that provides knowledge of basic atomic structure and radiologic physics along with their units of measurement. The electromagnetic spectrum is discussed in relationship to x-rays. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 151 - Clinicals I *

    Hours: 1
    A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in ten general patient care activities, three mandatory radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 152 - Radiographic Procedures II *

    Hours: 3
    Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The student learns how to perform radiographic procedures of the spine, thorax, digestive, urinary systems & cranium. Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographics are discussed, along with associated anatomy, pathology, and special studies. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 153 - Radiographic Physics II

    Hours: 3
    A lecture course where students gain knowledge of components and operation of x-ray generating equipment. X-ray production, beam characteristics and x-ray interactions with matter are also discussed. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.
     

    Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 154 - Digital Image Acquisition & Display II *

    Hours: 3
    Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Students learn in depth factors that govern and influence the production of the
    radiographic image using CR/DR equipment such as acquisition, processing, and display. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call
    573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 155 - Clinicals II *

    Hours: 2
    A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in six mandatory radiologic procedures and three elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 156 - Pharmacology & Drug Administration *

    Hours: 1
    Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Students learn IV Therapy procedures, complications, and equipment necessary for infusion of drugs, as well as information about contrast media and medications. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call
    573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 157 - Clinicals III *

    Hours: 3
    A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in one general patient care activity, seven mandatory radiologic procedures and three elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 201 - Digital Image Acquisition & Display III *

    Hours: 2
    A lecture course where students learn advanced concepts such as the controlling factors of the display monitor and quality assurance during the production of the radiographic images using CR/DR equipment. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 202 - Advanced Radiographic Procedures I *

    Hours: 3
    Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The student is provided the opportunity to learn basic knowledge regarding Mammography, Computed Tomography, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Topics integrated into the class will include: patient care, anatomy, cross section anatomy, imaging procedures, and equipment specific as related to Mammography, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call
    573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 203 - Radiation Biology *

    Hours: 2
    A lecture course where students learn the principles of cell radiation interaction. Radiation effects of cells and factors affecting cell response are presented, acute and chronic effects of radiation are discussed.  The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 204 - Clinicals IV *

    Hours: 3
    A radiographic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in ten mandatory radiologic procedures and four elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance
    students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 251 - Imaging Equipment *

    Hours: 2
    A lecture course that provides knowledge of equipment routinely utilized to produce diagnostic images such as Mobile, Tomography, AEC, and Flouroscopy. Various recording media and techniques are discussed. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 252 - Advanced Radiographic Procedures II *

    Hours: 2
    Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The student learns how to perform special radiographic procedures such as
    angiography, sialography, and hysterosalpingography. The associated anatomy, pathology, and the special equipment used for these exams are learned. Using knowledge from multiple didactic units, especially clinical education the student evaluates radiographic examinations for diagnostic quality, and then uses critical thinking skills to make corrections if necessary. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 253 - Clinicals V *

    Hours: 3
    A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in eleven mandatory radiologic procedures and five elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance
    students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  
  • RAD 290 - Curriculum Review V *

    Hours: 0
    Students review all aspects of the Radiologic Technology curriculum. This is preparation for the successful completion (75% or better) on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies national exam. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this
    course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center Faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Sociology

  
  • SOC 101 - General Sociology

    Hours: 3


    An introductory course in the field of sociology with special emphasis on the scientific study of social relations, social organizations, social institutions, and social dynamics.

     

    MOTR SOCI 101



    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: None

  
  • SOC 211 - Human Relations

    Hours: 3
    An introduction to the applied principles of sociology and psychology as they relate to human interaction in small groups. Major emphasis is placed on analysis of the interaction process with a view toward additional understanding of individual and group behavior and the problems attendant to leadership.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL, SBS, WRT, C-CLO
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101  or ENG 114  
  
  • SOC 212 - Marriage & Family

    Hours: 3
    A study of the family, society, and the individual. The course includes background on American family patterns; premarital behavior; marriage and variations in family forms; and problems of the family today. Special emphasis is given to marriage and the family as a kind of human relationship.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: None
  
  • SOC 214 - Introduction to Social Work

    Hours: 3
    A study of philosophy, historical development, and perspectives of social work.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: None
  
  • SOC 270 - I.S.-Sociology

    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
  
  • SOC 280 - Special Topics-Sociology

    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

Spanish

  
  • SPN 101 - Elementary Spanish I

    Hours: 4


    An introduction to the essential grammatical structures, vocabulary and pronunciation of Spanish. Emphasis upon the development of pivotal skills; listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Acquisition of cultural awareness. Course conducted in Spanish as far as practicable.

    MOTR LANG 103



    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: None

  
  • SPN 102 - Elementary Spanish II

    Hours: 4


    A continuation of SPN 101  that completes the introduction to essential structures and further develops pivotal communication skills. Course conducted in Spanish as far as practicable.

    MOTR LANG 104



    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, EV-CLO
    Prerequisite: SPN 101 , minimum grade C or 2 years high school Spanish.

  
  • SPN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I

    Hours: 4
    An intermediate course that systematically reviews basic grammar and introduces complex structures; incorporates reading of authentic texts-both cultural and literary; and refines conversation and listening comprehension skills.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: CM-CLO
    Prerequisite: SPN 102 , minimum grade C or 4 years of high school Spanish.
  
  • SPN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II

    Hours: 4
    An intermediate course which continues basic grammar review and introduces complex structures; incorporates reading of authentic texts–both cultural and literary; and refines conversation and listening comprehension skills.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
    Prerequisite: SPN 201 , minimum grade C
  
  • SPN 270 - I.S.-Spanish

    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
  
  • SPN 280 - Special Topics-Spanish

    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

Welding

  
  • WLD 010 - Workshop/Seminar

    Hours: 0.5
    Introductory level course designed to upgrade or develop specific skills relative to current or anticipated employment.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • WLD 101 - Welding I Lecture (Intro)

    Hours: 1
    An introduction to oxygen-acetylene brazing, cutting, and electric arc welding. The study of safety in oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding is also included.

    Prerequisite: None.
    Corequisite: WLD 102  
  
  • WLD 102 - Welding I Lab (Intro)

    Hours: 4
    An introduction to oxygen-acetylene brazing, cutting, and electric are welding. The study of safety in oxy-acetylene and electric are welding is also included.

    Prerequisite: None.
    Corequisite: WLD 101  
  
  • WLD 111 - Wldg II Lecture (All Position SMAW)

    Hours: 1
    A continuation of Welding I, stressing all-position shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). The study of the weldability of metals, joint design, filler metal selection, plasma arc cutting and carbon arc gouging is also included.

    Prerequisite: WLD 101 , WLD 102 .
    Corequisite: WLD 112  
  
  • WLD 112 - Welding II Lab (All Position SMAW)

    Hours: 4
    A continuation of Welding I, stressing all- position shielded metal are welding (SMAW). The study of the weldability of metals, joint design, filler metal selection, plasma arc cutting and carbon arc gouging is also included.

    Prerequisite: WLD 101 , WLD 102 .
    Corequisite: WLD 111  
  
  • WLD 121 - Welding III Lecture (Advanced SMAW)

    Hours: 1
    A course which stresses the skills in SMAW of groove welds in the IG, 2G, 3G, 4G and 45 positions. The study of welding codes, standards, heat treating, metallurgy, testing and inspecting of all welds.

    Prerequisite: WLD 111 , WLD 112 .
    Corequisite: WLD 122  
  
  • WLD 122 - Welding III Lab (Advanced SMAW)

    Hours: 4
    A course which stresses the skills in SMAW of groove welds in the 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G and 45 positions. The study of welding codes and standards, and testing and inspecting of welds will also be covered.

    Prerequisite: WLD 111 , WLD 112 .
    Corequisite: WLD 121  
  
  • WLD 131 - Welding IV Lecture (GMAW)

    Hours: 1
    A course which stresses the development of skills in GMAW of fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. GMAW and FCAW equipment, setup and operation and shielding gases are among the topics to be discussed.

    Prerequisite: WLD 121 , WLD 122 .
    Corequisite: WLD 132  
  
  • WLD 132 - Welding IV Lab (GMAW)

    Hours: 4
    A course which stresses the development of skills in GMAW of fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. GMAW and FCAW equipment, setup and operation and shielding gases are among the topics to be discussed.

    Prerequisite: WLD 121 , WLD 122 .
    Corequisite: WLD 131  
  
  • WLD 133 - Welding VI (Blueprint Reading)

    Hours: 3
    A course which includes the fundamentals of print reading, welding symbols, and related information on a blueprint in construction and various welding fields.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • WLD 201 - Welding V Lecture (GTAW)

    Hours: 1
    A course which stresses the development of skills in the GTAW of fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. GTAW equipment, setup and operation, shielded gases and automation and robotics are among the topics to be discussed.

    Prerequisite: WLD 131 , WLD 132 , or consent of instructor.
    Corequisite: WLD 202  
  
  • WLD 202 - Welding V Lab (GTAW)

    Hours: 4
    A course which stresses the development of skills in the GTAW of fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. GTAW equipment, setup and operation, shielded gases and automation and robotics are among the topics to be discussed.

    Prerequisite: WLD 131 , WLD 132 .
    Corequisite: WLD 201  
  
  • WLD 211 - Welding VII Lecture (Pipe Welding)

    Hours: 1
    A course which stresses the development of pipe welding skills in the 2G, 5G, and 6G positions. Making templates and using them on pipe joints and saddles is also included. Students will receive basic exposure to SAW (submerge arc welding).

    Prerequisite: WLD 201 , WLD 202 , WLD 133 .
    Corequisite: WLD 212  
 

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