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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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FST 174 - Fire Fghtg Strategies&tactics Hours: 3
This course will prepare the firefighter in the development of strategies and tactics that are used to function at emergency calls. The student will recognize the need for strategies and tactics to take control of an emergency incident. Students will also be required to participate in tabletop exercises designed to demonstrate taking control of various emergency scenarios.
Prerequisite: None
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FST 203 - Hazardous Mtrls Hours: 3
Content will provide students with basic information concerning the properties of hazardous materials and the methods that are most appropriate for handling the various kinds of accidents that can occur with these substances.
Recommended: Recommend previous FT 1003. Offered evenings only.
Prerequisite: None
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FST 204 - Inspection & Fire Prevention Hours: 3
This course is designed to introduce students to various inspection practices which include surveying and mapping procedures associated with the organization and functions of fire prevention. Also includes areas of legal responsibilities and fire hazard characteristics. Opportunity is provided to make at least one complete inspection and report on an operation industry. Written documentation included as applicable.
Recommended: Recommend previous FST 163 . Offered evenings only.
Prerequisite: None
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FST 213 - Fire Investigation Hours: 4
This course is designed to introduce students to methods of determining point of origin, path of fire travel, and fire causes. Topics include motives and methods of fire setting, recognizing and preserving evidence, arson laws, types of arson fires, court testimony, reports, and records.
Prerequisite: None
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FST 214 - Rescue Techniques Hours: 3
A course designed to provide technical knowledge and practical skills necessary to perform emergency rescue procedures. Content will include: auto extrication, water and ice rescue, rope rescue, cave rescue, trenching incidents, search and rescue, electrical emergencies, and proper use and care of equipment.
Prerequisite: None
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FST 215 - Fire Service Instruction I Hours: 2
A study of the knowledge and skills necessary to be a fire service instructor. Instructional techniques will be discussed and developed. At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to take the state certification exam for Fire Service Instructor I.
Prerequisite: FST 112 , minimum grade C
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FST 216 - Fire Service Instruction II Hours: 2
A study of the knowledge and skills necessary to be a fire service instructor. The student will learn how to develop a lesson plan and evaluate students through examinations. At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to take the state certification exam for Fire Service Instructor II.
Prerequisite: FST 215 , minimum grade C
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FST 221 - Fire Officer I Hours: 4
Fire Officer I studies the requirements, responsibilities, and skills required to become an effective company officer. The course is subdivided into five sections consisting of: fitting into the organization, handling interpersonal relationships, managing individual performance, managing pre-incident and fire ground procedures, and administration safety, health and legal guidelines. State certification exam will be given at the completion of this course.
Prerequisite: FST 215 , minimum grade C
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FST 222 - Fire Officer II Hours: 4
Fire Officer II is a continuance in the development of the company fire officer. This course will give the student an advanced look at the duties and responsibilities of a company officer. This class will assist the firefighter in becoming a company officer while it will develop and sharpen the skills of the current company officer. This class is for state certification. The state exam will be given at the conclusion of the course.
Prerequisite: FST 221 , FST 215 , minimum grade C (may be obtained within one year of course completion to receive State certification).
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FST 270 - I.S.-Fire Technology 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
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FST 280 - Special Topics-Fire Technology 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
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FST 290 - Employment Skills Hours: 1
A course designed to assist fire technology students in obtaining training and jobs suitable to their interests. To be taken the last semester of study.
Prerequisite: None
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Freshman Studies |
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COL 100 - Campus Orientation Hours: 0
Campus Orientation serves as a foundation for college success. The experience is designed to assist students, parents, and other family members in making the transition to college life. Orientation provides the student an opportunity to explore the learning environment for a college career. Campus Orientation is a required component of the Foundation Seminar course.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COL 101
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COL 101 - Foundation of Student Success Hours: 1
Foundation of Student Success is a one credit hour, transferable course required of all degree seeking students, taken at entry into college. As part of the seminar course, students will attend a Campus Orientation COL 100 prior to the start of classes in the first semester of enrollment. The seminar style course will require a core set of assignments and class activities completed throughout the semester; the seminar curriculum will include material and activities to assist students in the transition to college and serve as an introduction to the resources available at East Central College. Additional course content will focus on the student’s intended major or career interest, and will be developed by the academic or program area. This requirement is waived for students with 12 or more college credits from another college or university with a 2.0 GPA.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COL 100
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Spring/Fall
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COL 102 - Foundation Seminar-Success Skills Hours: 2
This is a two credit hour, transferable course required of any student who has tested into two of the following courses: Intro to Writing, a reading skills course, Pre-Algebra, Intro to Algebra, or Intermediate Algebra. This course taken at entry into college is a degree requirement. As part of the seminar course, students will attend a Campus Orientation (COL 100 ) prior to the start of classes in the first semester of enrollment. The seminar style course will require a core set of assignments and class activities completed throughout the semester; the seminar curriculum will include material and activities to assist students in the transition to college and serve as an introduction to the resources available at East Central College. Additional course content will focus on the student’s academic skill level and the acquisition of various college success skills and strategies. In addition, the seminar based course will explore good work habits, efficient time management strategies, building solid relationships with fellow classmates, faculty and employers, and an organized system of getting work done at a high standard. Content related to the student’s intended major or career interest will also be included.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: COL 100
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COL 103 - Foundations Seminar-Culinary Arts Hours: 1
This course is designed help culinary students transition into coursework at East Central College and to prepare themselves for the culinary program. The course will include basic computer skills, core competencies for college success, career exploration and academic preparation. Computer skills will include file management, word processing, spreadsheet management, online course management and online college resources. Culinary and hospitality skills will include survey of the hospitality industry, CPR certification and first aid certification. The foundation seminar portion will include material and activities to assist students in the transition to college and serve as an introduction to the resources available at East Central College. The course will also aid students in math and English skills to prepare them for success in future courses.
Prerequisite: Completion of the admissions packet and acceptance into the Culinary Arts program.
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GRY 270 - I.S.-Geography 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
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GEO 102 - Intro Phys Geo Lab Hours: 2
A hands-on introductory course in physical geology with laboratory exercises and problem sets which includes: rock and mineral identification, topographic map analysis, structural geology analysis and interpretation, geologic map, and cross section interpretation, and geologic dating techniques. Field trip required.
MOTR GEOL 100L (GEO 101/102)
Gen Ed Skill Type: LIFE, LAB, CCT-CLO, MTSCI
Corequisite: GEO 101
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GEO 270 - I.S.-Geology 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
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GEO 280 - Special Topics-Geology 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
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Health Information Management |
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HIM 100 - Prof Practice Experience(PPE) Prep Hours: 0
HIM students will complete all portions of the Professional Practice Experience packet including a passing background check (as specified in packet information), a negative result drug screen (as specified in the packet information), proof of 2 current negative Tuberculosis tests or 1 chest x-ray, proof of immunity to measles and rubella (2 immunization dates or 1 titres), chicken pox (date of disease or 2 immunization dates or 1 titre), proof of a Hepatitis “B” series (may be in progress) and an influenza vaccination prior to registering for any HIM Professional Practice Experience course. This packet is valid for 12 months and will be applied to all HIM PPE’s completed within that time frame.
Prerequisite: None DEADLINE FOR COMPLETTION - NO EXCEPTIONS: To register for a fall semester PPE course, HIM 1000 must be completed by - May 1st. To register for a spring semester PPE course, HIM 1000 must be completed by - October 1. To register for a summer session PPE course, HIM 1000 must be completed by - March 1.
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Spring
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HIM 101 - Intro to Health Information Management Hours: 3
This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the health information profession and the U.S. healthcare delivery system. Students will learn the content of the health record as well as how it is used and managed. The course also addresses the use of secondary data sources, forms design, documentation requirements, vocabularies, terminologies, and accreditation.
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101
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Spring
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HIM 103 - Legal Aspect of Health Information Hours: 3
A course that covers laws, regulations and standards affecting the management of healthcare; management of the content of the health record; data accuracy, security, privacy and confidentiality issues. The course includes an indepth study of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Prerequisite: None
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Spring
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HIM 104 - Intro to Pharmacology Hours: 1
An introductory course that discusses basic concepts of drug therapy and will concentrate on major drug classifications, as they relate to specific body systems.
Prerequisite: None
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HIM 105 - Basic Principles of Disease Hours: 3
This career and technical course is an overview of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries.
Prerequisite: BIO 151 or BIO 206 ; minimum grade C
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HIM 201 - Computers in Healthcare Hours: 3
A course designed to give the student a working knowledge of computerized information management systems utilized by health information management departments. The content includes security, system selection, system implementation, the electronic health record, and other healthcare information topics.
Prerequisite: HIM 101 and CIS 101 or CIS 110 ; minimum grade C
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Fall
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HIM 202 - CPT Coding Hours: 3
A course that prepares students for positions in a physician’s office or other medical facility. The focus of this class is learning the coding rules for the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Level I (HCPCS) coding systems and then applying the rules to code patient services. Students will need CPT and HCPCS Level II manuals for the course.
Prerequisite: HIM 101 and HIM 105 ; minimum grade C
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HIM 203 - ICD Coding Hours: 3
A course that provides the student the purpose and use of the ICD-10-CM/PCS classification
system. Topics include coding conventions, coding principles, and CMS official coding guidelines (inpatient). Students will be required to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes to diagnosis/procedure statements, case abstracts, and patient records.
Prerequisite: HIM 101 , HIM 105 , HSC 113 and BIO 151 or BIO 206 ; minimum grade C
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Fall
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HIM 204 - Insurance Billing & Reimbursement Hours: 3
A course that provides theory and hands-on/skill application of the principles and practice of insurance and reimbursement processing. It includes the assignment and reporting of codes for diagnoses and procedures/services; completion of CMS-1450 and CMS-1500 claims for inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, and physician office encounters; and the review of inpatient and outpatient cases to identify issues of fraud and abuse. Inpatient and outpatient reimbursement will be determined and source documents interpreted (e.g. explanation of benefits, Medicare Summary Notices, and so on).
Prerequisite: HIM 203
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIM 202
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Spring
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HIM 205 - Health Information Current Practice Hours: 3
A course that consists of review and discussion of current trends, regulations and best practices affecting health information in today’s healthcare environment. Topics will change as areas of interest develop.
Prerequisite: This is a final semester course in the Health Information Management Program. Students must have completed all other HIM program courses or be currently enrolled in remaining final semester courses before this course is taken (or have permission of instructor).
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HIM 206 - Health Info Management Statistics Hours: 3
A course on basic hospital and healthcare statistics including the sources, definitions and calculations of common rates and percentages. Computerized and manual methods of collection, computation, and presentation of statistical data. Review of regulatory, accreditation, and vital statistics reporting.
Prerequisite: HIM 101 and MTH 080 or MTH 102 with a minimum grade of “C” or appropriate placement score into MTH 110 .
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HIM 207 - Analyzing Healthcare Data Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to analyzing healthcare data for use in quality improvement, compliance monitoring and other areas of HIM. This includes acquiring, managing, manipulating, and interpreting data as well as reporting and displaying the results. Students will utilize common data analysis tools.
Prerequisite: HIM 101 , HIM 203 , CIS 110 , and MTH 150
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIM 206
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HIM 211 - Healthcare Quality Management Hours: 3
A course that studies contemporary management methodologies. The main topics studied include: different management philosophies, evolution of Total Quality Management, management functions, management’s environment, the strategic planning process, organizational structures, and application of problem solving tools. The study will inform manager or worker what the individual can do to better assist organizations to compete in the global marketplace.
Prerequisite: HIM 101
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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HIM 212 - Healthcare Management Supervision Hours: 3
A course that studies the different behaviors in organizations. The course will assist the student in becoming more sensitive to human behavior, anticipate problems before they occur, and resolve problems if they have already occurred. This study will assist the student as a manager or worker in getting along with others, both inside and outside of the organization.
Prerequisite: HIM 101
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HIM 213 - HIM Profess Practice Experience (PPE) Hours: 2
This is a 90 clock hour, hands-on supervised learning experience (PPE) with affiliated facilities designed to give students a clinical experience in assembly, analysis, filing of health records, master patient index, introduction to coding, data entry and abstracting, record storage and retrieval, birth certification, tracking systems, cancer registry, ambulatory, long term care, mental health records, medical staff/hospital committee functions, legal aspects, quality and risk management, utilization review, management and supervision, ICD-10-CM coding and DRG assignment, healthcare statistics, electronic health records, billing and insurance. During this PPE students may have the opportunity to observe supervisory skills applied in a health care setting. Students must provide proof of paid enrollment into or have completed HIM 1000 paid the required fee (for the PPE packet), to the HIM Program Director to receive a PPE Packet.
This packet must be complete prior to instructor permission to enroll in this course. The completed PPE packet must show proof of a satisfactory background check, TB test, drug
screen, and proof of required immunizations. This packet is valid for 12 months from the date
of completion.
Prerequisite: HIM 100 and HIM 101 ; minimum grade C
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIM 203 ; minimum grade C
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HIM 214 - HIM Capstone Hours: 3
A course designed to provide students with the skills for seeking employment (to manage their careers effectively). Topics covered include conducting a job search, interviewing techniques, employment, correspondence, acquiring web based skills along with resume and portfolio development for job search, and career advancement. Students will also demonstrate technology and academic proficiencies. Students must pass a comprehensive HIM program exit examination. This course also includes a comprehensive review of program competencies and preparation for the official RHIT exam. This should be taken the last semester prior to graduation. Student must earn at least a grade of “B” as a requirement for graduation. Capstone requires registration with Program Director.
Prerequisite: This is a final semester course in the Health Information Management Program. Students must have completed HIM 203 and HIM 213 with a minimum grade of C and be currently enrolled in remaining final semester coruses before this one is taken, or have instructor consent.
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HIM 270 - I.S.-HIM 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
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HIM 280 - Special Topics-HIM Hours: 1 - 5
Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently in the curriculum at ECC.
Prerequisite: None
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Health Science |
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HSC 103 - Nutrition Hours: 3
A study of the essential nutrients and their value in various food groups, their functions in the body, and how to determine the food needs of the individual.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score to enter ENG 101 or ENG 114
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HSC 113 - Medical Terminology Hours: 3
An introduction to medical terminology focusing on the building and understanding of anatomical and pathological terms through identification and interpretation of roots, prefixes and suffixes. Students will pronounce, spell, define and interpret text on basic terms used in reporting on body systems, medical specialties, disease and procedural activities. The course will address basic medical terminology and abbreviations.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score to enter ENG 101 or ENG 114
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HSC 270 - Special Topics-Health Science Hours: 1 - 5
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HVC 103 - Refrigeration Recovery/EPA Certificate Hours: 1
This course is designed to prepare technicians for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 certification exam. If you work with, maintain service, repair, or dispose of appliances which contain refrigerants, you are required to have EPA cerification. Fees include a review book, 12-hour-in-class review, test, and certification fees. Online testing for EPA 608 certification is available after completion of this course.
Corequisite: HVC 101 Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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HVC 104 - Refrigerant A/C Installation I Hours: 4
An introduction to the various types of refrigerants in our field and their characteristics. Students will learn temperature-pressure relationships, oils, and handling/recovering these refrigerants. How to select and install the proper size and type of system. The student will learn to use analysis procedures for servicing and repair of these systems.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HVC 101
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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HVC 105 - Forced Air Heating I Hours: 4
A study of the fundamental concepts of Air Conditioning, and the safe and proper use of hand tools. Students will elarn the various types of forced-air heating systems, their controls, automation, safety requirements, control operation, and air distribution systems. They will learn to repair electric and gas heating equipment and their components.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HVC 101
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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HVC 106 - Heating and Equipment Installation I Hours: 4
Students will learn the various types of forced-air heating systems, their controls, automation, safety requirements, control operation, and air distribution systems. Students will learn to repair electric and gas heating equipment and their components.
Prerequisite: HVC 101
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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HVC 151 - Energy Audit and Green Technology Hours: 3
Students will gain the needed knowledge to perform energy audits on residential and commercial structures. Identify areas of concern with the use of thermal imagers and other methods. Research methods to decrease energy lost within the structures. Solar cell technology, wind energy and geothermal systems will also be studied.
Prerequisite: HVC 101
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HVC 165 - Internship Hours: 1
This course is intended to be a managed work experience in the HVAC/R industry. A joint effort between the college and industry to give the student a “real world” learning experience with industry professionals.
Prerequisite: HVC 101
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HVC 190 - HVAC Capstone II Hours: 3
This is a capstone course and is required of all HVAC/R certificate students. Students are typically in their last semester of education when enrolling in this course. Students will explore the various techniques involved in establishing effective communication with the customer, the employer, and co-workers. Assist with resume’ and cover letter. Interview techniques will be studied and practiced. All students will receive first aid training designed for the non-healthcare provider to include CPR. Meets OSHA requirement for trained first aid response. Students will receive a card.
Prerequisite: HVC 101
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HVC 200 - Assessment Hours: 0
End of program assessment required of all Associate of Applied Science (AAS) HVAC students.
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HVC 204 - Refrigerant A/C Installation II Hours: 4
This is a continuation of the various types of refrigerants used our field and their characteristics. Temperature-pressure relationships, oils, and handling/recovering these refrigerants. How to select and install the proper size and type of system. The student will learn advance analysis procedures for servicing and repair of these systems.
Prerequisite: HVC 104
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HVC 205 - Forced Air Heating II Hours: 4
A study of more advanced concepts of industry equipment. Students will learn the various types of forced-air heating systems, their controls, automation, safety requirements, control operation, air distribution systems and design. Diagnose and repair electric and gas heating equipment and their components.
Prerequisite: HVC 105
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HVC 206 - Heating & Equipment Installation II Hours: 4
Students will expand their knowledge of the various types of forced-air heating systems, their controls, automation, safety requirements, control operation, and air distribution systems. Students will learn to repair electric and gas heating equipment and their components.
Prerequisite: HVC 106
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HVC 251 - Commercial Chilled Water Application Hours: 3
Students will be introduced to larger commercial air conditioning systems. The use of water as a medium for heating and cooling large commercial buildings. Variable drive motors and digital controls will be covered in detail. Service and repair of all components used in commercial systems will be studied.
Prerequisite: HVC 101
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HVC 295 - HVAC Capstone II Hours: 3
This is a capstone course and is required of all HVAC/R Associate degree students. Students are typically in their last semester of education when enrolling in this course. Students will explore the various techniques involved in establishing effective communication with the customer, the employer, and co-workers. Assist with resume’ and cover letter. Interview techniques will be studied and practiced. Students are required to participate in a progrommatic online assessment, HVC*2000. All students will receive basic first aid training designed for the non-healthcare provider. Includes CPR. Meets OSHA requirement for trained first aid response. Students will receive a card. This course is a capstone course. Students enrolling in this course should be in their last semester and having completed their program courses with a “C” or better.
Prerequisite: HVC 101
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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HST 103 - U.S. History 1945-Present Hours: 3
A survey of the cultural, economic, political, and social forces and events that have shaped the history of the United States from the end of World War II to the present era. HI 1303 U.S. History 1945-Present complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMo. requiring the study of the federal and state constitutions.
Gen Ed Skill Type: CON, CCT-CLO
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or coursework to enter ENG 101 or ENG 114
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HST 201 - World History To 1300 Hours: 3
Survey of the formation and development of the world’s major societies and cultures with emphasis on global cross-cultural interactions that have been some of the most effective agents of change throughout world history from Pre-History to 1300 C.E.
Lecture/Laboratory: Lecture
Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101
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HST 280 - Special Topics-History Hours: 1 - 5
A focused study of a specific historical topic not usually part of the regular History course offering curriculum. Special topics courses are typically offered to accommodate the special interest of students and/or faculty.
Prerequisite: None
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IND 103 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes Hours: 3
This course is a study of basic industrial systems which will cover hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical (bearings, gearing, belt drives, chain and sprockets coupling, clutches and brakes); electrical controls (relay, logic, PLC’s and variable frequency drive). The course will also cover measuring equipment, blue print reading, material flow, and equipment up keep.
Prerequisite: None
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Fall
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IND 111 - Industrial Power Systems Lec Hours: 2
A study of hydraulic, and pneumatic industrial power systems. The course will cover all areas of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, parts, troubleshooting and interpreting schematics.
Corequisite: IND 112 Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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IND 112 - Industrial Power Systems Lab Hours: 1
A career technical laboratory course on the study of hydraulic, and pneumatic industrial power systems. The course will cover all areas of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, parts, troubleshooting and interpreting schematics.
Corequisite: IND 111 .Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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IND 133 - Industrial Robotics Hours: 3
Robotics and programmable automation are an increasing part of industrial production. This course covers the fundamentals of robotics and includes programming using a teach pendant, direct programming, sensing and machine vision. Students will complete three projects of progressing difficulty using Mitsubishi robots.
Prerequisite: None
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IND 151 - Industrial Electricity Lecture Hours: 2
This is an introductory course in basic industrial electricity. This course introduces and develops the concept necessary for understanding the use of electrical components and circuitry.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: IND 152 Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 152 - Industrial Electricity Lab Hours: 1
A career technical laboratory on the study of basic industrial electricity. The course introduces and develops the concept necessary for understanding the use of electrical components and circuitry.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: IND 151 Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 163 - Indus & Control Sys Wiring Hours: 3
In this course, students work with industrial wiring procedures, standards and regulations. The course introduces the NEC code, JIC standards and manufacture specifications covering industrial wiring. Students will perform panel layout, high and low voltage installation, AC wiring, DC wiring and sensor installation. Conduit, cable tray and wireway installations are also covered in the course.
Prerequisite: IND 152 , IND 151
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Spring
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IND 172 - Process & Control Systems Lecture Hours: 2
The course teaches the elements of electrical machine control and ladder logic. Students work with machine control components, such as control relays, pilot lights, push buttons, selector switches, timers, counters and sensors. The course ends with an introduction to PLC’s.
Prerequisite: IND 151 , IND 152
Corequisite: IND 173 Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 173 - Process & Control Systems Lab Hours: 1
The course teaches the elements of electrical machine control and ladder logic. Students work with machine control components, such as control relays, pilot lights, push buttons, selector switches, timers, counters and sensors. The course ends with an introduction to PLC’s.
Prerequisite: IND 152 , IND 151 ; min grade C
Corequisite: IND 172 Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 212 - Materials and Metallurgy Hours: 3
Materials and Metallurgy will introduce students to the fundamentals of materials science with a focus on metals and their properties. Alloys, heat treatment and workability of steel, aluminum, magnesium and titanium will be covered. Labs associated with the course will investigate material’s ductility and yield as well as showing the effect of heat treatment and surface hardening techniques on metal’s properties.
Prerequisite: None
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 213 - Maintenance Practices Hours: 3
A study of basic industrial maintenance and repair techniques with emphasis in the mechanical area covering bearing, gearing, gear reducers, belt drives, chain and sprockets, coupling, clutches and brakes, lubrication and variable speed drives. We will also cover areas of preventive maintenance and methods used such as vibration analysis, balancing and infrared testing.
Prerequisite: None
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 215 - Motor Controls Hours: 3
Controlling AC and DC motors is important in nearly all industries. The Motor Controls course teaches manual motor starters, magnetic contractors, reversing circuits, reduce-voltage starting, accelerating and decelerating methods and troubleshooting. Advanced motor drives are used to expose students to variable speed and torque control.
Prerequisite: IND 173 & IND 172 ; minimum grade C
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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IND 217 - Industrial Systems Troubleshooting Hours: 3
Integrated system troubleshooting procedures are demonstrated. Methods to determine root cause of system malfunction with the use of modern diagnostic equipment are covered. The integrated industrial system is defined as one incorporating mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and monitored by a microprocessor-based controller.
Prerequisite: IND 111 , IND 112 , IND 213 IND 221
Yearly Cycle:
Spring
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IND 221 - PLC-Programmable Logic Controllers Hours: 3
Principles of PLC’s work and practical information and skills in installing, programming, and troubleshooting. Items covered are memory structure, input/output modules, ladder logic diagrams, and the development of programming skills.
Prerequisite: IND 173 & IND 172 ; minimum grade C
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 231 - Advanced PLC Hours: 3
Advanced programming, installation and troubleshooting techniques on PLC’s. Items covered are: networking, sequencer, shift registers, math instructions, data manipulation, program control, counters, timers and latching circuits. HMI programming, installation and troubleshooting is also covered.
Prerequisite: IND 221
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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IND 265 - IE Technology Internship Hours: 3
This course is supervised work experience in the industrial engineering technology field. Students will utilize skills and knowledge obtained from IET courses. A weekly journal entry of the student’s learning will be required. The student must complete at least 115 hours of work experience at the internship site over 15 weeks. The student will also be required to complete a journal entry each week. Students desiring to take this course must make their own internship arrangements with a company approved by the IET program (list available) or request that the company of their choosing be approved by the IET program Coordinator. Signing up for this course does not guarantee an internship. Students are responsible for applying for internships at desired companies. PLEASE NOTE: While at the internship site, the student is treated as if actually working for the company. It is imperative to be on time and to follow the rules and policies of the work site. Failure to comply with the rules and policies may be grounds for discontinuing the internship.
Prerequisite: 6 IET courses, minimum grade C and an IET major.
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IND 270 - I.S.-Industrial 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
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IND 280 - Special Topics-Industrial 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
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MCM 111 - Applied Journalism I Hours: 1
This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101
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MCM 112 - Applied Journalism II Hours: 1
This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.
Prerequisite: MCM 111
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101
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MCM 206 - Diversity in the Media Hours: 3
Diversity in Media provides journalistic tools for the coverage of diverse ethnic, gender, ability and ideological groups inside and outside the United States. Students will recognize the importance of diverse voices in the media and how to better cover diversity.
Gen Ed Skill Type: ESR-CLO, GC-CLO
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or ENG 114
Yearly Cycle:
Fall
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MCM 211 - Applied Journalism III Hours: 1
This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.
Prerequisite: MCM 112
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101
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MCM 212 - Applied Journalism IV Hours: 1
This course provides an in-depth study and practical application of interviewing, newswriting, editing, photography and design skills. Students in Applied Journalism courses are responsible for producing the CORNERSTONE, the student newspaper and website.
Prerequisite: MCM 211
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 101
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MCM 225 - News Writing Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of journalistic writing, including hard news and feature writing. Emphasis will be placed on developing the reporting, interviewing, editing, observing and critical skills necessary in journalism, including practice of Associated Press style, grammar and ethics.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 102 or ENG 115
Yearly Cycle:
Odd Spring
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MCM 270 - I.S.-Journalism 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
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MCM 280 - Special Topics-Journalism 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
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MTH 030 - Mathematics Pre-Algebra Bridge Hours: 0
A weeklong course intended for students who placed into MTH 070 . The Pre-Algebra Bridge is designed to assist in improving placement scores by focusing on test taking skills and targeted remediation in mathematics. Topics include whole numbers, integers, fractions, decimals, percents, ratios, and proportions. MTH 030 utilizes a departmental workbook and a computer learning management system. At the end of weeklong bridge, students will retake the mathematics portion of the placement exam.
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MTH 040 - Mathematics Introductory Algebra Hours: 0
A weeklong course intended for students who placed into MTH 080 . The Introductory Algebra Bridge is designed to assist in improving placement scores by focusing on test taking
skills and targeted remediation in mathematics. Topics include solving linear and absolute value equations and inequalities, graphing on the Cartesian Coordinate system, slope and equations of lines, graphing linear inequalities, solving systems of equations with graphing, rules of exponents, and multiplication/division of polynomials. MTH*040 utilizes a departmental woorkbook and a computer learning management system. At the end of weeklong bridge, students will retake the mathematics portion of the placement exam.
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MTH 070 - Pre-Algebra Hours: 3
Pre-Algebra is an entry level course for students in preparation for the Introductory/Intermediate algebra sequence or Fundamental Concepts in Math. Topics to be covered include: arithmetic operations on the set of whole numbers, integers, and rational numbers, including decimals, exponents and percents, solving linear equations, various applications in problem solving, the coordinate system, and basic graphing. Placement in Pre-Algebra is determined by a student’s score on the math placement test and/or the student’s mathematical background. When successfully completed (grade C or better), the course satisfies the college’s prerequisite for
Introductory Algebra, Fundamental Concepts in Math, and Business Mathematics. Prerequisite: None
Gen Ed Skill Type: DEV
Prerequisite: None
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MTH 080 - Introductory Algebra Hours: 4
Introductory Algebra is the first course in a two course algebra sequence designed to prepare students for coursework in college level mathematics. Students will be introduced to basic algebra topics and the application of technology to those topics. The course will begin with a review of pertinent pre-algebra topics including fractions, decimals, and signed numbers. Other topics to be covered at the introductory algebra level include: arithmetic skills, solving equations and inequalities, exponents, linear equations and expressions, and the coordinate plane. Many of these topics will be developed more in subsequent courses. Successful completion with a grade of “C” or higher will satisfy the prerequisite for Intermediate Algebra.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in MTH 070 or appropriate math placement score.
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MTH 094 - Fundamental Concepts in Mathematics Hours: 4
A developmental mathematics course designed to prepare students for coursework in college level mathematics alternate to algebra based courses. Students will gain a background in geometry, analysis, and reasoning. Topics to be covered include introductions to statistics, geometry, functions, unit analysis, consumer mathematics, and reasoning mathematically. Application based problems and learning will be infused throughout the course. Successful completion with a grade of “C” or higher will satisfy the prerequisite for Math for Art and Design or any other non-algebraic intensive college level mathematics course at a similar level. Not intended for transfer.
Gen Ed Skill Type: Developmental
Prerequisite: MTH 070 or appropriate math placement; minimum grade C
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MTH 095 - Statistics Expansion Hours: 1
Statistics Expansion is a developmental mathematics laboratory course for students who are co-enrolled in Statistics (MTH 150) and need to improve comprehension and mastery of specific arithmetic and algebraic topics. Topics to be covered include numbers and the number line, operations on numbers, sets, equations and inequalities, graphing lines in two dimensions, reading tables and graphs, and approximating areas. Additional support will also be provided to assist students’ success in Statistics. Prerequisite: Appropriate Math Placement score.
Prerequisite: Appropriate math placement score.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Must be enrolled in MTH 150 or BUS 210
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