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3.00 Credits
This course will develop awareness of how human culture affects individual perception and interpersonal communication. Through literature and journalism, film and music, communicative activities and research projects, students will expand their capacity to understand themselves and communicate with other members of the human family. Particular attention will be paid to other cultural groups represented by class members. 3 credits
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Students will explore the process of aging in America from a sociological perspective. Explore roles of the aged today as they compare to other societies and times, the status of elderly in America, the effects of elderly boomers on commercial and cultural images, and the ethical dilemmas raised by the new elders in our society. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the roles of women in American society, both past and present. Students will build an understanding of the issues impacting women's roles. Topics covered include: women's work and economic status, sex roles, gender expectations, the socialization of women, women and children, women's roles in other societies, and the results of the women's movements. 3 credits
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A course concerned with humans as members of society and the effects of culture on individuals and groups. The main emphasis will be placed on the study of human behavior in different cultural settings. A main objective of the course is to help students understand their own behavior and reflect upon individual and group values. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on the family as a primary social institution. Emphasis will be placed on theoretical perspectives, variations, and alternatives, as well as the changing family over the life span. Special topics include cross-cultural influences, issues related to courtship, marriage and family development, and the effects of changes in the American family. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed primarily to teach the fundamentals of Spanish through basic grammar as well as strong emphasis on conversation and writing. Aside from language skills, there is a special project on a Latin American country to introduce and familiarize students with its culture and politics. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed for an index grammar level. There is strong emphasis on conversational and writing skills, and each student will be responsible for an extensive paper on one Latin American country. Prerequisites: SPN 101. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
A review of grammar with emphasis on correct usage in writing and the development of fluency through planned conversation. Reading is developed through the use of short stories of Hispanic culture, terminating with the reading of one of the classic Spanish novels. Prerequisites: SPN 102. 3 credits
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2.00 Credits
This course is a general study of common and newly emerging microorganisms and their characteristics in relation to health and control of disease. Special emphasis is placed on the concept of asepsis and the surgical environment. Focus will be on the Surgical Technologist's role in maintaining aseptic technique with emphasis placed on safety and infection control. Prerequisites: ALH 107, ALH 140. Co-requisites: SUR 139, ALH 149 (or equivalent transfer); and PNU 111 (or equivalent). 2 credits
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9.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the principles and practice of Surgical Technology. Topics include: hospital organization & physical environment of the operating room; ethical, moral and legal issues; patient care & safety; asepsis & sterile technique; surgical pharmacology & anesthesia; preparation, care and handling of instrumentation, equipment and supplies used in the operating room; closure of the surgical wound, wound healing and classifications and the development of a surgical conscience. Through a combination of theory and laboratory practice, students will be introduced to the basics of preoperative, intra-operative and postoperative surgical case management. During this course, students will have an opportunity for hospital observation in addition to laboratory practice. Co-requisites: SUR 102, ALH 149 (or equivalent transfer); and PNU 111 (or equivalent). 9 credits.
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