Apr 29, 2024  
2020-2021 NOVA Catalog 
    
2020-2021 NOVA Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


  

 

Emergency Medical Services

Enrollment in EMS courses (except EMS 111  and EMS 120 ) is restricted to students program-placed in Emergency Medical Services Programs.

  
  • EMS 121 - Preparatory Foundations (2 CR.)


    Introduces fundamental concepts established by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Advanced EMT and Paramedic curricula. Includes EMS systems, introduction to research, workforce safety and wellness, EMS system communications, introduction to public health, legal and ethical issues. Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.

  
  • EMS 123 - EMS Clinical Preparation (1 CR.)


    Introduces the student to local clinical agencies and prepares the student for clinical activities above the level of EMT. Includes prerequisites required by clinical affiliates, therapeutic communication, primary assessment, history taking, secondary assessment, reassessment, monitoring devices and documentation. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.

  
  • EMS 125 - Basic Pharmacology (1 CR.)


    Prepares students to demonstrate competency concerning basic principles of pharmacology, drug dosage calculations and medication administration. Introduces medications listed in the Advanced EMT (AEMT) scope of practice. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.Corequisite(s): EMS 126.

  
  • EMS 126 - Basic Pharmacology Lab (1 CR.)


    Focuses on the safe administration of medications in the emergency setting. Includes drug dose calculation and covers multiple routes of administration including oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, intravenous, and intraosseous and other methods within the scope of practice for the emergency care provider. Laboratory 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.Corequisite(s): EMS 125.

  
  • EMS 127 - Airway, Shock, and Resuscitation (1 CR.)


    Introduces concepts associated with pre-hospital emergency care of the individual experiencing airway difficulty or in need of resuscitation or shock management. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.Corequisite(s): EMS 128

  
  • EMS 128 - Airway, Shock, and Resuscitation Lab (1 CR.)


    Focuses on specific skills related to airway, resuscitation and shock management. Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.Corequisite(s): EMS 127

  
  • EMS 135 - Emergency Medical Care (2 CR.)


    Prepares the student to assess and manage patients with common medical emergencies. Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 .Corequisite(s): EMS 136

  
  • EMS 136 - Emergency Medical Care Lab (1 CR.)


    Focuses on specific skills related to the assessment and management of common medical emergencies. Lab 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 .Corequisite(s): EMS 135

  
  • EMS 137 - Trauma Care (1 CR.)


    Prepares the student to assess and manage injured patients, developing his/her problem-solving ability in the treatment of trauma involving various body systems. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 . Corequisite(s): EMS 138  

  
  • EMS 138 - Trauma Care Lab (1 CR.)


    Focuses on the skills required for the assessment and management of patients with traumatic injury. Lab 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 .Corequisite(s): EMS 137  

  
  • EMS 139 - Special Populations (1 CR.)


    Focuses on the pre-hospital assessment and management of patients in a specific population including pediatrics, geriatrics, obstetrics/gynecology (OB/GYN), bariatric, abuse, sexual assault and special needs. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 . Corequisite(s): EMS 140  

  
  • EMS 140 - Special Populations Lab (1 CR.)


    Develops skills related to the assessment and management of patients in a specific population including pediatrics, geriatrics, obstetrics/gynecology (OB/GYN), bariatric, abuse, sexual assault and special needs. Lab 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 .  Corequisite(s): EMS 139 .

  
  • EMS 141 - Cardiovascular Care (2 CR.)


    Focuses on assessment and management of cardiac-related emergencies. Covers basic dysrhythmia recognition and relates it to overall cardiac patient care. Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 . Corequisite(s): EMS 142 .

  
  • EMS 142 - Cardiovascular Care Lab (1 CR.)


    Focuses on skills involved in the assessment and management of cardiac-related. Lab 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 .Corequisite(s): EMS 141 ​. 

  
  • EMS 151 - Introduction to Advanced Life Support (4 CR.)


    Prepares the student for Virginia Enhanced certification eligibility and begins the sequence for National Registry Intermediate and/or Paramedic Certification. Includes the theory and application of the following: foundations, human systems, pharmacology, overview of shock, venous access, airway management, patient assessment, respiratory emergencies, allergic reaction, and assessment-based management. Conforms at a minimum to the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum.

    Corequisite(s): EMS 170.

  
  • EMS 153 - Basic ECG Recognition (2 CR.)


    Focuses on the interpretation of basic electrocardiograms (ECG) and their significance. Includes an overview of anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system including structure, function, and electrical conduction in the heart. Covers advanced concepts that build on the knowledge and skills of basic dysrhythmia determination and introduction to 12-lead ECG. Lecture 2 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 155 - ALS: Medical Care (4 CR.)


    Continues the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Intermediate and/or Paramedic curricula. Includes ALS pharmacology, drug and fluid administration with emphasis on patient assessment, differential diagnosis, and management of multiple medical complaints. Includes, but not limited to conditions relating to cardiac, diabetic, neurological, non-traumatic abdominal pain, environmental, behavioral, gynecology, and toxicological disease conditions. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current EMT-B certification, EMS 151 , and EMS 153 .

  
  • EMS 157 - ALS: Trauma Care (3 CR.)


    Continues the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Intermediate and/or Paramedic curricula. Utilizes techniques which will allow the student to utilize the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement the treatment plan for the trauma patient. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Current EMT-B certification and EMS 151 .

  
  • EMS 159 - ALS: Special Populations (3 CR.)


    Continues the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Intermediate and/or Paramedic curricula. Focuses on the assessment and management of specialty patients including obstetrical, neonates, pediatric, and geriatrics. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 151  and EMS 153 .Prerequisite or Corequisite: EMS 155 .

  
  • EMS 161 - Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) (1 CR.)


    Offers instruction for students in current topics of care for trauma patients and offers certification as a Basic Trauma Life Support Provider (BTLS) as defined by the American College of Emergency Physicians. Lecture 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): current certification/licensure as an EMS provider or other allied healthcare provider.

  
  • EMS 162 - Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support (PBTLS) (1 CR.)


    Offers instruction for students in current topics of care for trauma patients and offers certifications in Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support Provider (PBTLS) as defined by the American College of Emergency Physicians. Lecture 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): current certification/licensure as an EMS provider or other allied healthcare provider.

  
  • EMS 163 - Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) (1 CR.)


    Prepares for certification as a Prehospital Trauma Life Support provider as defined by the American College of Surgeons. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 111   or equivalent.

  
  • EMS 164 - Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) (1 CR.)


    Covers current topics of care for adult patients suffering extensive medical conditions and emergencies, and offers certification as an Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) as defined by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT). Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

  
  • EMS 165 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (1 CR.)


    Prepares for certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life provider. Follows course as defined by the American Heart Association. Lecture 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 100 , EMS 153 , or equivalent.

  
  • EMS 167 - Emergency Pediatrics Course (EPC) (1 CR.)


    Provides a unique approach to pediatric medical care, offering assessment techniques that can help EMS practitioners rapidly and accurately assess pediatric patients to determine which situations may be life threatening and require immediate intervention. Offers certification as defined by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT). Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

  
  • EMS 169 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (1 CR.)


    Prepares the student for certification as a Pediatric Advanced Life Support provider as defined by the American Heart Association. Covers primary assessment and emergency care of infants and children. Lecture 1 hour per week.

  
  • EMS 170 - ALS Internship I (1 CR.)


    Begins the first in a series of clinical experiences providing supervised direct patient contact in appropriate patient care facilities in and out of hospitals. Includes but not limited to patient care units such as the emergency department, critical care units, pediatric, labor and delivery, operating room, trauma centers, and various advanced life support units. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

    Corequisite(s): EMS 151 .

  
  • EMS 172 - ALS Clinical Internship II (2 CR.)


    Continues with the second in a series of clinical experiences providing supervised direct patient contact in appropriate patient care facilities in and out of hospitals. Includes but not limited to patient care units such as the emergency department, critical care units, pediatric, labor and delivery, operating room, and trauma centers. Laboratory 6 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 173 - ALS Field Internship II (1 CR.)


    Continues with the second in a series of field experiences providing supervised direct patient care in out-of-hospital advanced life support units. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 175 - Paramedic Clinical Experience I (2 CR.)


    Introduces students to live patient assessment and management in the clinical setting. Begins a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level. Lab 6 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 121 EMS 123 EMS 125 EMS 126 EMS 127 , and EMS 128 .

  
  • EMS 201 - EMS Professional Development (3 CR.)


    Prepares students for Paramedic Certification at the National Registry Level by fulfilling community activism, personal wellness, resource management, ethical considerations in leadership, and research objectives in the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Paramedic curriculum. Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  
  • EMS 203 - Advanced Patient Care (2 CR.)


    Focuses on the comprehensive assessment and management of patients in out-of-hospital and inter-facility scenarios. Content is centered on problem-solving through integration of didactic, psychomotor and affective curricula. Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 135 EMS 136 EMS 137 EMS 138 EMS 139 EMS 140 EMS 141 , and  EMS 142 . Corequisite(s): EMS 204 .

  
  • EMS 204 - Advanced Patient Care Lab (2 CR.)


    Focuses on the comprehensive assessment and management of out-of-hospital and inter-facility patients using scenario-based learning. Lab 4 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 135 EMS 136 EMS 137 EMS 138 EMS 139 EMS 140 EMS 141 , and EMS 142 .Corequisite(s): EMS 203 .

  
  • EMS 205 - Advanced Pathophysiology (4 CR.)


    Focuses on the pathological processes of disease with emphasis on the anatomical and physiological alterations of the human body by systems. Includes diagnosis and management appropriate to the advanced healthcare provider in and out of the hospital environment. Lecture 4 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 206 - Pathophysiology for the Health Professions (3 CR.)


    Focuses on the pathological processes of disease with emphasis on the anatomical and physiological alterations of the human body systems. Includes diagnosis and management appropriate to the advanced health care provider in and out of the hospital environment. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): BIO 141  - BIO 142  combination or BIO 145 .

  
  • EMS 207 - Advanced Patient Assessment (3 CR.)


    Focuses on the principles of normal and abnormal physical exam. Emphasizes the analysis and interpretation of physiological data to assist in patient assessment and management. Applies principles during the assessment and management of trauma, medical, and specialty patients in a laboratory environment. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 209 - Advanced Pharmacology (4 CR.)


    HLT 250  plus EMS 213  are equivalent to EMS 209. Students cannot receive credit for both this sequence and EMS 209. Focuses on the principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and drug administration. Includes drug legislation, techniques of medication administration, and principles of math calculations. Emphasizes drugs used to manage respiratory, cardiac, neurological, gastrointestinal, fluid and electrolyte, and endocrine disorders. Includes classification, mechanism of action, indications, contra-indications, precautions, and patient education. Incorporates principles related to substance abuse and hazardous materials. Applies principles during the assessment and management of trauma, medical, and specialty patients in a laboratory environment. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 210 - EMS Operations (1 CR.)


    Focuses on matters related to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) operations, incident and scene safety and awareness, triage, multiple and mass casualty incident operations and medical incident management (command and control of EMS incidents). Lab 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 135 EMS 136 EMS 137 EMS 138 EMS 139 EMS 140 EMS 141 , and EMS 142 .

  
  • EMS 211 - Operations (2 CR.)


    Prepares the student in the theory and application of the following: medical incident command, rescue awareness and operations, hazardous materials incidents, and crime scene awareness. (Conforms to the current Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum for EMT-Paramedics.) Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 212 - Leadership and Professional Development (1 CR.)


    Focuses on the development of leadership within the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), topics include civic engagement, personal wellness, resource management, ethical considerations in leadership and research. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 135 EMS 136 EMS 137 EMS 138 EMS 139 EMS 140 EMS 141 , and EMS 142 .

  
  • EMS 213 - ALS Skills (1 CR.)


    Development Utilizes reinforcement and remediation of additional advanced life support skills, as needed. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 215 - Registry Review (1 CR.)


    Reviews material covered in the intermediate/paramedic program. Prepares the student for National Registry testing. Lecture 1 hour per week.

  
  • EMS 216 - Paramedic Review (1 CR.)


    Provides the student with intensive review for the practical and written portions of the National Registry Paramedic exam. This course may be retaken once for credit. Lecture 1 hour per week.

  
  • EMS 242 - ALS Clinical Internship III (1 CR.)


    Continues with the third in a series of clinical experiences providing supervised direct patient contact in appropriate patient care facilities in and out of hospitals. Includes but not limited to patient care units such as the emergency department, critical care units, pediatric, labor and delivery, operating room, trauma centers, and various advanced life support units. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 243 - ALS Field Internship III (1 CR.)


    Continues with the third in a series of field experiences providing supervised direct patient care in out-of-hospital advanced life support units. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 244 - ALS Clinical Internship IV (2 CR.)


    The fourth in a series of clinical experiences providing supervised direct patient contact in appropriate patient care facilities in and out of hospitals. Includes but not limited to patient care units such as the emergency department, critical care units, pediatric, labor and delivery, operating room, and trauma centers. Laboratory 6 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 245 - ALS Field Internship IV (1 CR.)


    Continues with the fourth in a series of field experiences providing supervised direct patient care in out-of-hospital advanced life support units. May be repeated as needed. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

  
  • EMS 247 - Paramedic Clinical Experience II (1 CR.)


    Continues the student experience with live patient assessment and management in the clinical setting. It is the second step in a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level. Lab 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 135 EMS 136 EMS 137 EMS 138 EMS 139 EMS 140 EMS 141 EMS 142 , and EMS 175 .

  
  • EMS 248 - Paramedic Comprehensive Field Experience (2 CR.)


    Expands the student experience with live patient assessment and management into the field setting. It is the third step in a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EMS 135 EMS 136 EMS 137 EMS 138 EMS 139 EMS 140 EMS 141 EMS 142 , and EMS 175 

  
  • EMS 249 - Paramedic Capstone Internship (2 CR.)


    Provides summative evaluation of the Paramedic student in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains. Lab 6 hours. Total 6 hours per week.


Energy Technology

  
  • ENE 195 - Topics in: Introduction to Data Center Operations (3 CR.)


    Provides the foundational aspects of data center fundamentals, data center compliance, operations, and physical infrastructure.

  
  • ENE 228 - Building Automation & Energy Management Systems (3 CR.)


    Introduces building automation and energy management systems. Studies how building systems HVAC, lighting, security systems, and alternative energy–can communicate through a network of intelligent control devices. Emphasizes how these controlling devices work together in common automation. Lecture 2 hours, Lab 2 hours, Total 4 hours per week.

  
  • ENE 295 - Topic in: Critical Site Operations (3 CR.)



Engineering

  
  • EGR 115 - Engineering Graphics (2 CR.)


    Applies principles of orthographic projection and multi-view drawings. Teaches descriptive geometry including relationships of points, lines, planes, and solids. Introduces sectioning, dimensioning, and computer graphic techniques. Includes instruction in computer aided drafting. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

  
  • EGR 120 - Introduction to Engineering (2 CR.)


    Introduces the engineering profession, professional concepts, ethics, and responsibility. Reviews hand calculators, number systems, and unit conversions. Introduces the personal computer, operating systems, and processing; engineering problem solving; and graphic techniques. Lecture 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 162 , MTH 167 .Corequisite(s): ENG 111 .

  
  • EGR 121 - Foundations of Engineering (2 CR.)


    Introduces the engineering profession and its impact on society and the environment, including engineering problem solving, the engineering design process, and professional practices. Covers fundamental engineering calculations, descriptive statistics, basic spreadsheet and mathematical scripting language applications, professional ethics, teamwork, and communication.  Lecture 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 167  or MTH 162 .

  
  • EGR 122 - Engineering Design (3 CR.)


    Applies engineering methods to a semester-long team design project with an emphasis on engineering software involving 2D and 3D computer aided design; data modeling and analysis; and iterative programming solutions. Covers design drawings and dimensioning; spreadsheet software usage; mathematical scripting language; and professional practices.  Lecture 2 hours per week. Laboratory 2 hours per week. Total 4 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): EGR 120 ,  EGR 121 , or departament approval.

  
  • EGR 125 - Introduction to Engineering Methods (4 CR.)


    Applies problem-solving techniques to engineering problems utilizing computer programming and algorithms in a higher level computer language such as FORTRAN, PASCAL, or C++. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites: EGR 121 or EGR 122 and MTH 263. The student should have knowledge of analytical geometry and differential calculus.

  
  • EGR 126 - Computer Programming for Engineers (3 CR.)


    Introduces computers, their architecture and software. Teaches program development using flowcharts. Solves engineering problems involving programming in languages such as FORTRAN, Pascal, or C++. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EGR 120  EGR 121  EGR 122 , MTH 263  .

  
  • EGR 130 - Statics and Strength of Materials for Engineering Technology (5 CR.)


    Presents principles and applications of free-body diagrams of force systems in equilibrium. Analyzes frames and trusses. Presents principles and applications to problems in friction, centroids, and moments of inertia. Includes properties of materials, stress, strain, elasticity, design of connections, shear and bending in statically determinate beams, and axially loaded columns. Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 161  and MTH 162 , or MTH 167  or equivalent.

  
  • EGR 206 - Engineering Economy (2 CR.)


    Presents economic analysis of engineering alternatives. Studies economic and cost concepts, calculation of economic equivalence, comparison of alternatives, replacement economy, economic optimization in design and operation, depreciation, and after tax analysis. Lecture 2 hours per week.

  
  • EGR 240 - Solid Mechanics (Statics) (3 CR.)


    Covers basic concepts of mechanics, systems of forces and couples, equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, and internal forces and analysis of structures. Also includes trusses, frames, machines and beams, distributed forces, friction, centroids, and moments of inertia. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EGR 120 EGR 121  or EGR 122 , MTH 263 , and PHY 231 .

  
  • EGR 245 - Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics (3 CR.)


    Presents approach to kinematics of particles in linear and curvilinear motion. Includes kinematics of rigid bodies in plane motion. Teaches Newton’s second law, work-energy and power, impulse and momentum, and problem solving using computers. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 265  and EGR 240 .

  
  • EGR 246 - Mechanics of Materials (3 CR.)


    Teaches concepts of stress, strain, deformation, internal equilibrium, and basic properties of engineering materials. Analyzes axial loads, torsion, bending, shear, and combined loading. Studies stress transformation and principle stresses, column analysis, and energy principles. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EGR 240 .

  
  • EGR 248 - Thermodynamics for Engineering (3 CR.)


    Studies formulation of the first and second law of thermodynamics. Presents energy conversion, concepts of energy, temperature, entropy, and enthalpy, equations of state of fluids. Covers reversibility and irreversibility in processes, closed and open systems, cyclical processes, and problem solving using computers. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 231  and MTH 264 

  
  • EGR 251 - Basic Electric Circuits I (3 CR.)


    Teaches fundamentals of electric circuits. Includes circuit quantities of charge, current, potential, power, and energy. Teaches resistive circuit analysis; Ohm’s and Kirchoff’s laws; nodal and mesh analysis; network theorems; and RC, RL, and RLC circuit transient response with constant forcing functions. Teaches AC steady-state analysis, power, and three- phase circuits. Presents frequency domain analysis, resonance, Fourier series, inductively coupled circuits, Laplace transform applications, and circuit transfer functions. Introduces problem solving using computers. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 264 .

  
  • EGR 252 - Basic Electric Circuits II (3 CR.)


    Teaches fundamentals of electric circuits. Includes circuit quantities of charge, current, potential, power, and energy. Teaches resistive circuit analysis; Ohm’s and Kirchoff’s laws; nodal and mesh analysis; network theorems; and RC, RL, and RLC circuit transient response with constant forcing functions. Teaches AC steady-state analysis, power, and three-phase circuits. Presents frequency domain analysis, resonance, Fourier series, inductively coupled circuits, Laplace transform applications, and circuit transfer functions. Introduces problem solving using computers. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EGR 251 .

  
  • EGR 255 - Electric Circuits Laboratory (1 CR.)


    Teaches principles and operation of laboratory instruments such as VOM, electronic voltmeters, digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, counters, wave generators, and power supplies. Presents application to circuit measurements, including transient and steady-state response of simple networks with laboratory applications of laws and theories of circuits plus measurement of AC quantities. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

    Corequisite(s): EGR 251 .

  
  • EGR 265 - Digital Electronics and Logic Design (4 CR.)


    Teaches number representation in digital systems; Boolean algebra; and design of digital circuits, including gates, flip-flops, counters, registers, architecture, microprocessors, and input-output devices. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

  
  • EGR 266 - Linear Electronics (3 CR.)


    Presents theory of solid-state materials, electronic devices, and device applications. Teaches fundamentals of electronics circuits. Includes electronics circuit design, diodes and waveshaping circuits, transistors as linear devices, BJT-based circuit modules, FET-based circuit modules, AC amplifiers, frequency response of AC amplifiers, negative feedback, distortion, amplifiers performance, and linear applications of operational amplifiers. Also includes design with IC OP amps, sine wave oscillators, and communication systems. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): EGR 252 .


English Fundamentals

  
  • BSK 41 - Language Arts, Level 1 (2 CR.)


    Introduces basic reading and writing skills in preparation for subsequent courses by focusing on vocabulary development (simple phonics, dictionary skills), conventions of standard English (basic grammar, punctuation, sentence structure), reading comprehension (reading process, topics), study skills (time management, textbook format), and critical thinking skills (fact and opinion). Lecture 2 hours per week.

  
  • ENF 1 - Preparing for College English I (8 CR.)


    Provides integrated reading and writing instruction for students who require extensive preparation to succeed in college-level English courses. Upon successful completion and faculty recommendation, students will move into Preparing for College English II (if they require additional preparation) or into college-level English (if they require no additional preparation). Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 8 hours per week.

  
  • ENF 2 - Preparing for College English II (4 CR.)


    Provides integrated reading and writing instruction for students who require intermediate preparation to succeed in college-level English courses. Upon successful completion and faculty recommendation, students will move into Preparing for College English III (if they require additional preparation) or into college-level English (if they require no additional preparation). Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 4 hours per week.

  
  • ENF 3 - Preparing for College English III (2 CR.)


    Provides integrated reading and writing instruction for students who require minimal preparation for college-level English but still need some preparation to succeed. Students in this course will be co-enrolled in college-level English.  Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 2 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .Corequisite(s): Corequisite is enrollment in a college-level English course.


English

  
  • ENG 100 - Basic Occupational Communication (3 CR.)


    Develops ability to communicate in occupational situations. Involves writing, reading, speaking, and listening. Builds practical skills such as handling customer complaints, writing various types of letters, and preparing for a job interview. (Intended for certificate and diploma students.) Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ENG 108 - Critical Reading and Study Skills (3 CR.)


    Helps students improve their reading and learning processes. Includes advanced comprehension strategies and study skills such as time management, note-taking, studying from textbooks and other reading materials, taking examinations, and using the library. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .

  
  • ENG 111 - College Composition I (3 CR.)


    Introduces students to critical thinking and the fundamentals of academic writing. Through the writing process, students refine topics; develop and support ideas; investigate, evaluate, and incorporate appropriate resources; edit for effective style and usage; and determine appropriate approaches for a variety of contexts, audiences, and purposes. Writing activities will include exposition and argumentation with at least one researched essay. This is a Passport Transfer Course. Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ENG 112 - College Composition II (3 CR.)


    Students must successfully complete ENG 111   or its equivalent, and must be able to use word processing software. Continues to develop college writing with increased emphasis on critical essays, argumentation, and research, developing these competencies through the examination of a range of texts about the human experience. Requires students to locate, evaluate, integrate, and document sources and effectively edit for style and usage. Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ENG 114 - Scientific Writing (3 CR.)


    Develops rhetorical expertise in the conventions of scientific argumentation and writing through reading scientific literature and composing scientific writings. Introduces plain style and common genres of scientific writing. Develops the ability to communicate scientific knowledge to diverse audiences. Guides the student in achieving typical voice, tone, style, audience, and content in formatting, editing, and graphics. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG III or equivalent.

  
  • ENG 115 - Technical Writing (3 CR.)


    Develops ability in technical writing through extensive practice in composing technical reports and other documents. Guides students in achieving voice, tone, style, and content in formatting, editing, and graphics. Introduces students to technical discourse through selected reading. Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ENG 116 - Writing for Business (3 CR.)


    Develops ability in business writing through extensive practice in composing business correspondence and other documents. Guides students in achieving voice, tone, style, and content appropriate to a specific audience and purpose. Includes instruction in formatting and editing. Introduces students to business discourse through selected readings. Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ENG 121 - Introduction to Journalism I (3 CR.)


    Introduces students to all news media, especially news gathering and preparation for print. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or ENG 112  or division approval.

  
  • ENG 122 - Introduction to Journalism II (3 CR.)


    Introduces students to all news media, especially news gathering and preparation for print. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or ENG 112  or division approval.

  
  • ENG 123 - Writing for the World Wide Web (3 CR.)


    Introduces basic web page design. Teaches students how to outline, compose, organize, and edit written materials for publication on the World Wide Web. Teaches students how to design basic web pages, compose website layout, and develop website navigation for a variety of possible audiences. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or division approval.

  
  • ENG 125 - Introduction to Literature (3 CR.)


    Introduces students to a range of literary genres that may include poetry, fiction, drama, creative nonfiction, and other cultural texts, as it continues to develop college writing. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or its equivalent and ability to use word processing software.

  
  • ENG 131 - Technical Report Writing I (3 CR.)


    Offers a review of organizational skills including paragraph writing and basic forms of technical communications, various forms of business correspondence, and basic procedures for research writing. Includes instruction and practice in oral communication skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or equivalent or division approval.

  
  • ENG 135 - Applied Grammar (3 CR.)


    Develops ability to edit and proofread correspondence and other documents typically produced in business and industry. Instructs the student in applying conventions of grammar, usage, punctuation, spelling, and mechanics. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or division approval.

  
  • ENG 139 - College Grammar (3 CR.)


    Studies formal English grammar and effective expression with attention to recognizing and employing appropriately the various levels of English usage, thinking logically, speaking and writing effectively, editing, evaluating content and intent of both spoken and written English, and punctuating correctly. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): English language skills equivalent to placement into ENG 111 , or ENG 139 under COMPASS or ENF 3  under the Virginia Placement Test.

  
  • ENG 200 - Introduction to Linguistics (3 CR.)


    Introduces the scientific study of language. Focuses on brain and language, phonetics, morphology, syntax, first and second language acquisition, language and society, and language in social contexts. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111 .

  
  • ENG 205 - Technical Editing (3 CR.)


    Prepares business and technical communicators to edit self-generated writings as well as writings prepared by others, including individual or collaborative authors. Teaches students to make editorial content decisions, verify information and copyright compliance, adapt and design formats for audience and purpose, and edit the work of several authors into a seamless final product. Covers basic proofreading and editing skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or equivalent.

  
  • ENG 210 - Advanced Composition (3 CR.)


    Helps students refine skills in writing nonfiction prose. Guides development of individual voice and style. Introduces procedures for publication. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 112  or ENG 125 , or division approval.

  
  • ENG 211 - Creative Writing I (3 CR.)


    Introduces the student to the fundamentals of writing imaginatively. Students write in forms to be selected from poetry, fiction, drama, and essays. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 112  or ENG 125 , or division approval.

  
  • ENG 212 - Creative Writing II (3 CR.)


    Introduces the student to the fundamentals of writing imaginatively. Students write in forms to be selected from poetry, fiction, drama, and essays. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 112  or ENG 125 , or division approval.

  
  • ENG 215 - Creative Writing: Fiction I (3 CR.)


    Introduces the student, in a workshop setting, to the fundamentals and techniques of writing short and long fiction. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 112  or ENG 125 , or equivalent, or division approval.

  
  • ENG 216 - Creative Writing: Fiction II (3 CR.)


    Introduces the student, in a workshop setting, to the fundamentals and techniques of writing short and long fiction. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 215  or division approval.

  
  • ENG 217 - Creative Writing: Poetry I (3 CR.)


    Introduces the student, in a workshop setting, to the fundamentals and techniques of writing poetry. Lecture or workshop 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 112  or ENG 125 , or equivalent, or division approval.

  
  • ENG 218 - Creative Writing: Poetry II (3 CR.)


    Introduces the student, in a workshop setting, to the fundamentals and techniques of writing poetry. Lecture or workshop 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 217 or division approval.

  
  • ENG 219 - Creative Writing: Drama (3 CR.)


    Introduces the student to the fundamentals and techniques of writing plays. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 112  or ENG 125 , or equivalent, or division approval.

  
  • ENG 221 - Advanced Journalism I (3 CR.)


    Provides instruction in news and feature writing and other aspects of journalism. Lecture 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 121 , ENG 122 , or equivalent courses, or division approval.

 

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