Course Description

BUS-130 Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3 s.h.)
This course introduces the concept of Entrepreneurship beginning with identifying characteristics of the Entrepreneur, evaluating opportunities, feasibility, financing, and planning for success. Students will also understand the need for a contingency plan as well as an exit strategy. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 15-171, ENT-101

BUS-161 Human Relations (3 s.h.)
Human Relations is a course designed to improve the student’s ability to function in the workplace. This class will work on increasing the student’s self-awareness and improving their ability to get along with customers, coworkers, and supervisors. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 15-241, BUSN-105

ENG-105 Composition I (3 s.h.)
The course develops skills in reading and writing with an emphasis on expository methods of development and personal experience as supporting material. Students may be requested to use computers and other technology. Students must meet minimum competency requirements in writing to receive a grade of C- or higher which is required to enroll in Composition II. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 30-101, ENGL-101, ENGL-104, ENG-102

ENG-106 Composition II (3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ENG-105 Composition I or ENG-102 Composition and Speech I with a grade of C- or higher.

As a continuation of ENG-105 Composition I, the course emphasizes argumentative and persuasive writing, research methods, and language. Students may be requested to use computer programs and watch videos. Students must meet minimum competency requirements in writing to receive a grade of C- or higher. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 30-102, ENGL-102, ENGL-105, ENG-103

HSC-120 Medical Terminology I (3 s.h.)
This course will provide the student with an introduction of basic medical terminology utilizing a programmed, word-building system to learn word parts to construct and analyze new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 15-251, HEAL-110

HSC-121 Medical Terminology II (3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: HSC-120 Medical Terminology I is highly desirable.

This course offers a brief review of basic medical terminology followed by a systems approach to learning terms associated with anatomical, physiological, and pathological aspects of the body. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 15-252, HEAL-111

HSC-130 Nurse Aide Theory (2.5 s.h.)
Entrance Requirements: (1) Must be 16 years or older. (2) Strength and endurance to meet the Iowa Core Performance Standards for Health Care Career Programs, which include skills such as lifting and moving residents. (3) High school diploma or HSED (Note: if you are currently in high school, you must submit a letter of acknowledgement from your high school counselor). (4) Health History Self-Assessment. (5) Current immunization records are required prior to beginning clinical. Immunization requirements include a current TB test, hepatitis B vaccine, or the signing of a hepatitis B vaccine waiver. (6) A criminal and adult abuse background check must be initiated prior to the start of the class. (7) A clear criminal and adult abuse check will be required prior to entering clinical; the cost is included in the tuition.

Corequisite: HSC-174 Nurse Aide Clinical

The Nurse Aide Course has been revised to meet the training requirements of The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) for aides working in nursing facilities (NF) and skilled nursing facilities (SNF). Emphasis in the course is on the students achieving a basic level of knowledge and demonstrating skills to provide safe, effective resident care. A minimum of 30 hours will be scheduled for a supervised clinical experience, following successful completion of Theory. (30-25-0-0)

HSC-174 Nurse Aide Clinical (1 s.h.)
Entrance Requirements: (1) Must be 16 years or older. (2) Strength and endurance to meet the Iowa Core Performance Standards for Health Care Career Programs, which include skills such as lifting and moving residents. (3) High school diploma or HSED (Note: if you are currently in high school, you must submit a letter of acknowledgement from your high school counselor). (4) Health History Self-Assessment. (5) Current immunization records are required prior to beginning clinical. Immunization requirements include a current TB test, hepatitis B vaccine, or the signing of a hepatitis B vaccine waiver. (6) A criminal and adult abuse background check must be initiated prior to the start of HSC-130 Nurse Aide Theory. (7) A clear criminal and adult abuse check will be required prior to entering clinical; the cost is included in the tuition. (8) Successful completion of HSC-130 Nurse Aide Theory.

Corequisite: HSC-130 Nurse Aide Theory

The Nurse Aide course has been revised to meet the training requirements of The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) for aides working in nursing facilities (NF) and skilled nursing facilities (SNF). Emphasis in the course is on the students achieving a basic level of knowledge and demonstrating skills to provide safe, effective resident care. A minimum of 30 hours will be scheduled for a supervised clinical experience. The clinical setting shall be a nursing facility and the supervisor shall be the course teacher or their official designee. During the experience the students will be assigned to provide care to one or more residents. Clinical evaluations will be completed and reviewed with the students at the completion of the experience. (0-0-45-0) Equivalent to 89-165, CNAS-102

MAT-156 Introduction to Statistics (3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MAT-092 Intermediate Algebra with a grade of C or higher, or an ALEKS score of at least 38.

This course is intended to introduce students to basic statistical concepts. It covers descriptive and inferential statistical methods, probability, hypothesis testing on the mean and proportion, and linear regression. Students are also introduced to technology as it applies to introductory statistical methods. A graphing calculator is required. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 40-140, STAT-104.

MAT-801 Applied Math A (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MAT-063 Elementary Algebra with a grade of C or higher, or ACT math score of at least 16, or ALEKS score of at least 14, or Accuplacer Arithmetic Next Gen score of at least 239, or Accuplacer Elementary Next Gen score of at least 230, or Accuplacer College Algebra Next Gen score of at least 201.

This course covers essential topics in algebra, including ratio and proportion, as well as unit conversions, and order of operations. (15-0-0-0)

MAT-802 Applied Math B (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MAT-801 Applied Math A with a grade of C or higher, or by permission of the instructor.

This course covers essential topics in algebra, including solving equations and word problems, and basic statistics.

(15-0-0-0)

MAT-803 Applied Math C (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MAT-801 Applied Math A and MAT-802 Applied Math B with a grade of C or higher, or Accuplacer Arithmetic score of at least 59, or by permission of the instructor.

This course covers essential topics in plane and solid geometry. (15-0-0-0)

MAT-804 Applied Math D (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MAT-801 Applied Math A and MAT-802 Applied Math B with a grade of C or higher, or by permission of the instructor.

This course covers essential topics in trigonometry. (15-0-0-0)

PSY-111 Introduction to Psychology (3 s.h.)
An introduction to the scientific study of behavior; a brief history of psychology as a science, and topics fundamental to human behavior including developmental issues, sensory abilities, cognitive performance, social and emotional factors in behavior, and abnormal behavior and therapies. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 80-101, PSYC-101

PSY-121 Developmental Psychology (3 s.h.)
A topical approach to studying the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains of human development from conception to death. A variety of psychological issues including learning, personality, moral behavior, and psychological well-being and life satisfaction across the lifespan are discussed. Examining the research in these areas allows students to understand and appreciate different perspectives on cultural, ethnic, and gender issues. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 80-230, PSYC-110

WBL-100 Exploring Careers (3 s.h.)
This course will provide guidance in choosing a career goal and preparing for employment. Emphasis will be placed on identifying interests, abilities, and values, and exploring options for careers. Students will learn how to access labor market information and employment trends. Additionally, students will develop the skills and aptitudes necessary to obtain employment, emphasizing the development of characteristics associated with job success. (45-0-0-0)

WEL-335 Ag & Industry Welding (2 s.h.)
This is a basic arc/oxy-fuel welding and cutting course. The students will perform introductory skills in SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW welding, oxy-acetylene welding, and oxy-fuel cutting. The student learns safety procedures relating to welding subjects and general shop safety. (15-30-0-0)