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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a study of the basic health, nutrition and safety management practices for young children. Information on establishing and maintaining a physically and psychologically safe and healthy learning environment appropriate for the needs of young children will be included. The interrelation of health, safety and nutrition is stressed, with emphasis on appraisal procedures, prevention and protection, services and educational experiences for young children and their families. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: EDUC 130 and Prerequisite or corequisite: PSYC 215 or PSYC 218 or EDUC 270 This course is a study of the role of observation to assess and monitor the development and learning of children, birth through age 8, and the appropriate techniques for interacting with young children, considering their individual differences. Included will be the purposes and types of observation procedures, interpretation and use of findings, reporting techniques, and legal and ethical responsibilities. Expected age-related child behavior, fundamental principles of and theoretical approaches to child guidance, guidance techniques, working with families, and issues of diversity are presented. The laboratory will include demonstration of the subject matter. Enrollment in certain courses may require a professional liability fee of $16.00. Students will be notified via their JCCC student e-mail account if the fee is due and instructions on how to pay the fee. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab/wk.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a comprehensive account of human development from conception though age 8. The course integrates genetic, biological, physical and social influences with psychological processes affecting the development of young children. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a study of the organization and administration of early childhood programs. The topics include the skills and characteristics of effective administrators; types of programs; planning, implementing and evaluating programs; policy development; staff supervision and development; finances and budget; record keeping; relevant state regulations and laws; developing, equipping and maintaining a facility; organizing a developmentally appropriate environment; collaboration with family and community; public relations; and contributing to the profession. The lab will include demonstration of the subject matter. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab/wk.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: Program Facilitator Approval This course focuses on the conduct and responsibilities of the early childhood professional. Topics include early childhood education codes, laws and regulations; child development; experience planning and curriculum development; observation and guidance of young children; authentic assessment; responsibilities to the young child's family, to the community, and to the teaching profession; employability skills; self-assessment; and job seeking skills. Completion of this course is required to obtain the One Year Post-Secondary Certificate in Early Childhood Education. 1hr. lecture/wk.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: Program Facilitator Approval Corequisite: EDUC 285 The course will focus on conduct and responsibilities of the intern; early childhood codes, laws and regulations; child development; activity planning and curriculum development; observation and guidance of young children; authentic assessment; responsibilities to the young child's family and community and to the teaching profession; employability skills; self- assessment; and job-seeking skills. The student's practical application of information in the internship will be discussed, and a portfolio will be developed. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: Program Facilitator Approval Corequisite: EDUC 284 This supervised field experience in early childhood education is designed for students to apply their knowledge of teaching young children. The student will be participating in curriculum design and presentation; observing and interacting with young children; providing for the health, safety and nutrition of young children; managing the program setting; and working with families and the community. A self-assessment and a professional development plan are completed. The student will spend 20 hours a week (320 clock hours total) in at least two different early childhood settings, serving children of two different ages. Enrollment in certain courses may require a professional liability fee of $16.00. Students will be notified via their JCCC student e-mail account if the fee is due and instructions on how to pay the fee.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: Program Facilitator Approval The student will study how early childhood education program directors lead programs and create quality environments for children, families and staff. The leadership topics include: leadership styles; developing mission statements, program philosophies, procedures, manuals and handbooks; assessing and planning for program improvements; recruiting and retaining qualified early childhood teachers; creating professional growth opportunities; developing effective staff meetings; implementing a shared decision making process; utilizing conflict resolution strategies; and developing partnerships with families and community agencies. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This is a beginning course in electronics technology that is appropriate for both electronic majors and other interested students. An overview of basic electronic theory, principles and components is presented. In addition, the laboratory exercises will emphasize the operation and use of the primary pieces of electronic test equipment and the fabrication of selected circuits. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab-lecture, 2 hrs. lab/wk. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $10 to $20.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisites: ELEC 120 and MATH 133 or MATH 172 This course covers resistive circuits having DC sources. Analysis topics include Ohm's law, Kirchoff's law, the superposition theorem, Thevenin's theorem and Norton's theorem. The current, voltage and resistance relationships in series, parallel and combination circuits will be studied. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
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