Course Description

AGS-109 Animal Science I (3 s.h.)
To introduce students to the various species and breeds of domestic animals and to create an understanding of the principles of food animal production, product marketing and issues confronting the animal industry. (45-0-0-0) Equivalent to 70-112, AGSS-701

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

ELT-115 Electronic Concepts (3 s.h.)
Electronic Concepts is an introductory survey of electricity and electronics suitable for students interested in pursuing a career in such technical fields as electronics, automotive, HVAC, and other fields that require knowledge of basic electrical/electronic concepts. Topics include safety, shop and lab practices, motors and controls, direct and alternating current, and semiconductor and digital electronics. Course work consists of problem solving. Computer-assisted instruction, computer simulation, and hands-on exercises with industrial grade equipment. (30-30-0-0) Equivalent to 96-132, INDU-701

ELT-190 Introduction to Technical Computing & CAD (3 s.h.)
Introduction to Technical Computing and Computer-Aided Drafting is designed to familiarize the student with computer basics relating to occupations in the industrial/technical area. This includes fundamentals of CAD – layers, icons, pull-down menus, drawing and editing commands, object snaps, screen menu, filters, text, sketch, basic construction of 2D mechanical drawings. Students will become familiar with the use of computers in the generation of mechanical drawings utilizing lettering, basic geometric construction, and sketching fundamentals. (15-60-0-0) Equivalent to 91-104, EMST-701

ELT-745 Maintenance Shop Operations (3 s.h.)
This course provides an introduction to shop equipment generally found in the industrial maintenance environment. Students will receive instruction and practice with metal saws, drills, grinders, elementary welding and cutting, thread repair, anchors and fasteners. This course covers the study of mechanical prints to identify parts in assembly and repair situations, and the use of catalogs to find and order repair parts, study of bearings and seals, applications, and failure analysis. (30-30-0-0) Equivalent to 96-156, EMST-805

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-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

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)