2021-2022 Chesapeake College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Science |
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SCI 111 - Physical Geology 4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
An introduction to the study of the earth’s structures and processes, both internal and external. Laboratory exercises will include the study and identification of various rocks and minerals. [ALTERNATE YEARS - SPRING ODD] Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 and MAT 023 as prerequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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SCI 141 - Physical Science 4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
An introduction to physical science, emphasizing the concepts of chemistry and physics. Topics will be presented and discussed through an interrelated approach designed for the non-science major. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 or MAT 023 as prerequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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SCI 142 - Earth Science 4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
An interdisciplinary course studying the earth and its environment in space. The principles of geology, meteorology, astronomy, oceanography, plate tectonics, and other related principles will be studied. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 and MAT 023 as prerequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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SCI 151 - Environmental Science 4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
An introduction to the study of the natural environment, designed to increase environmental literacy. The course emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of the field, and includes significant field experience. Topics include systems thinking and analysis; basic concepts of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere; resource use and conservation; environmental policies, agencies, and laws; human impact on ecological resources; and current issues in environmental science at global, regional, and local scales. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week, and required field experiences.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 and MAT 031+ as prerequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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SCI 271+ - Internship in Natural Science 1 credit
Offers students course credit for internship or cooperative learning experiences in the scientific workplace. By working with employers on a selected project that meets academic goals, students will develop practical workplace skills to complement their academic knowledge. At the same time, students will report regularly to an academic faculty member who will supervise the student’s progress, act as a liaison to the supervisor in the workplace, and evaluate the project to ensure that it meets academic goals. Students will present a final project to the supervising faculty member; the course grade will be assigned based upon that project and a written evaluation from the workplace supervisor. [AS NEEDED] Five hours lecture over the course of the semester and three hours of work experience per week.
Prerequisite(s): A 2.0 GPA; completion of 12 credit hours; passing grade in one four-credit laboratory science course.
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SCI 272+ - Internship in Natural Science 2 credits
Offers students course credit for internship or cooperative learning experiences in the scientific workplace. By working with employers on a selected project that meets academic goals, students will develop practical workplace skills to complement their academic knowledge. At the same time, students will report regularly to an academic faculty member who will supervise the student’s progress, act as a liaison to the supervisor in the workplace, and evaluate the project to ensure that it meets academic goals. Students will present a final project to the supervising faculty member; the course grade will be assigned based upon that project and a written evaluation from the workplace supervisor. [AS NEEDED] Ten hours lecture over the course of the semester and six hours of work experience per week
Prerequisite(s): A 2.0 GPA; completion of 12 credit hours; passing grade in one four-credit laboratory science course.
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SCI 273+ - Internship in Natural Science 3 credits
Offers students course credit for internship or cooperative learning experiences in the scientific workplace. By working with employers on a selected project that meets academic goals, students will develop practical workplace skills to complement their academic knowledge. At the same time, students will report regularly to an academic faculty member who will supervise the student’s progress, act as a liaison to the supervisor in the workplace, and evaluate the project to ensure that it meets academic goals. Students will present a final project to the supervising faculty member; the course grade will be assigned based upon that project and a written evaluation from the workplace supervisor. [AS NEEDED] Fifteen hours lecture per semester and nine hours of work experience per week.
Prerequisite(s): A 2.0 GPA; completion of 12 credit hours; passing grade in one four-credit laboratory science course.
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Social Studies |
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SOS 170 - Introduction to Social Studies 3 credits
A survey of the world through human topics, beginning with agriculture and other early human technologies, and continuing to modern times. Each topic will be taught through examples drawn from events across time and all world regions. This course fulfills all World Civilization and Cultural Geography related Maryland A.A.T. competencies. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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Sociology |
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SOC 161 - Sociology 3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
An introduction to sociological concepts, theories, and methods. The influence of the social environment on the individual in such areas as role, status, personality, mobility, and social control is studied. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete MAT 023 as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement scores.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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SOC 162 - Social Problems 3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
A sociological analysis of the major social problems prevalent in American society. Consideration will be given to the social problems of poverty, crime, race relations, mental illness, alcoholism, drug addictions, and population. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 and MAT 023 as prerequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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SOC 165+ - Sociology of the Family 3 credits
An analysis of the structure and function of the family in contemporary American life. Consideration is given to the husband-wife and parent-child interrelationships. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): RECOMMENDED: SOC 161 .
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SOC 171 - Introduction to Human Services and Social Work 3 credits
An examination of the roots of social welfare, social work and human services in the experience of man; a philosophical and historical orientation to human services and social work; roles and modes of intervention of social work relating to human needs and social issues; survey of human services in the social welfare framework. The social, legal, and ethical aspects of human services will be examined within the profession. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
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SOC 209 - Sociology of Chemical Substance Abuse 3 credits
An examination of social dimensions of substance abuse. Areas of study will include the drug scene, the maintenance of the habit or addiction, and the economic, social, and cultural factors influencing drug usage. [AS NEEDED] Three hours of lecture per week.
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SOC 273+ - Ethics in Human Services Practicum 3 credits
Provides an opportunity for experiential learning that prepares students for practice in the various areas of specialization in human services. Students select a human services agency with faculty facilitation and supervision. The practicum will provide first-hand experience in the issues of providing services to clients, including an emphasis on the examination of legal and ethical standards, analysis of ethical dilemmas in practice, and consequences of ethical violations in the various areas of human services and addiction. [AS NEEDED] 1 hour lecture per week and 90 practicum hours per semester.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 171 and 6 credits in human services (SOC, PSC, MLH) courses.
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SOC 274+ - Practicum in Human Services 3 credits
Provides a field experience in the various areas of specialization in human services. Students are assigned to a community human services facility under faculty supervision. The practicum will provide first-hand experience in the issues of providing services to clients. [As Needed] 1 hour lecture per week and 90 practicum hours per semester.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 273+ and six credits in human services (SOC, PSC, MLH) courses.
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Surgical Technology |
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SGT 125+ - Introduction to Healthcare and Surgical Services 3 credits
An introduction to healthcare and surgical services. This course provides students with an introductory level understanding of health care delivery systems as they relate to Surgical Technology. Topics include roles and responsibilities, physical design needs, potential hazards and safety issues. Patient care issues including moral, legal, ethical, spiritual and psychological needs will be covered. Professional organizations and available credentialing options will be explored. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
Prereq/Corequisite:
ENG 094 MAT 031+
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SGT 126+ - Surgical Techniques 3 credits
A course providing an introduction to surgical techniques. Surgical techniques including aseptic technique and infection control, surgical instrumentation and equipment, instrument and equipment cleaning and sterilization methods, chemical disinfection and environmental sanitation. The sequencing and principles of preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care, highlighting the responsibilities of the surgical technologist, circulator and scrub roles will be introduced. Common illnesses and emergency situations will be discussed. [SUMMER] One hour of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 125+ Corequisite: SGT 127+ SGT 128+
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SGT 127+ - Surgical Pharmacology 2 credits
A course to introduce surgical pharmacology. General principles of pharmacology and anesthesia as they relate to the surgical technologist within the operative environment will be addressed. Topics include drug sources, abbreviations and medical terminology related to pharmacology and anesthesia, classifications and regulatory issues, indications and contraindications for use, complications, adverse reactions, drug interactions, routes of administration, relevant anatomy and physiology, dosage calculation and medication handling by the surgical technologist. Emphasis on the relationship of the drug to the surgical patient during the pre-, intra-, and postoperative phases will be highlighted. A basic understanding of anesthesia and anesthetic application will be included. [SUMMER] One hour of lecture and two hours of lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 125+ Corequisite: SGT 126+ SGT 128+
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SGT 128+ - Surgical Specialties I 4 credits
A course to study surgical procedures. Students will be introduced to General, OB/GYN, Genitourinary, Orthopedic and Plastics/Reconstructive Surgery. Included in in the presentations will be indications, outcomes, anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology. [SUMMER] Four hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 125+ Corequisite: SGT 126+ SGT 127+
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SGT 129+ - Surgical Practicum I 5 credits
A course to apply operating room procedures. Beginning-level practice of operating room procedures, including application of basic laboratory skills in an operating room setting. Applied skills include scrubbing, gowning, gloving, setting up, instrument handling and anticipation of needs with increased organization, speed and manual dexterity. Appropriate record keeping is the responsibility of the student. [FALL] Twenty five clinical contact hours per week, not to exceed 375 hours a semester.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 128+ or experiential criteria approved by the program director. Corequisite: SGT 226+ SGT 228+
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SGT 225+ - Surgical Practicum II 1 credit
A course to continue practicing surgical procedures. Intermediate-level practice of operating room procedures, including continued application of basic laboratory skills in an operating room setting. Applied skills include scrubbing, gowning, gloving, setting up, instrument handling and anticipation of needs with increased organization, speed and manual dexterity. Appropriate record keeping is the responsibility of the student. [WINTERIM] 75 clinical contact hours per semester.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 230+ or experiential criteria as approved by the program director.
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SGT 226+ - Surgical Techniques II 3 credits
A course to learn and practice surgical techniques. This course continues preparing the student to be an active member of the surgical team. Students will be introduced to general surgical techniques, including devices and surgical robotics. Topics relating to wounds include types of wounds and phases of healing. Other topics include sutures and needles, accessory devices and surgical staplers, preoperative diagnoses and opening and closing of surgical wounds. [FALL] One hours lecture, four hours lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 128+ Corequisite: SGT 129+ SGT 228+
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SGT 228+ - Surgical Specialties II 4 credits
A course to continue to develop surgical skills. Students will be introduced to Cardiothoracic, Peripheral Vascular, Neurological, Otorhinolaryngology, Oral/Maxillary and Ophthalmic Surgery. Included in in the presentations will be indications, outcomes, anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology. [FALL] Four hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 128+ Corequisite: SGT 129+ SGT 226+
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SGT 229+ - Surgical Practicum III 5 credits
A course to demonstrate surgical practice competency. Competent-level practice of operating room procedures, with skills performed with little to no assistance. Expectations include independent scrubbing for a variety of surgical cases, duties performed with increased speed and accuracy, increased awareness and anticipation of needs for the procedures and the needs of team members, and increased instrument handling skills. Appropriate record keeping is the responsibility of the student. [SPRING] Twenty five clinical contact hours per week, not to exceed 375 hours per semester.
Prerequisite(s): SGT 228+ Corequisite: SGT 230+
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SGT 230+ - Strategies for Professional Advancement 1 credit
A course to provide students with strategies for achieving certification and professional opportunities. Topics include test-taking strategies, critical thinking for problem solving, resume and interview skills and exploration of options for career pathways. [SPRING] One hour lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all other SGT requirements or for practioners to prepare for CST certification. Corequisite: SGT 229+
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Technology |
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TEC 115 - Safety Management 3 credits
A study of the causes of accidents, methods of preventing accidents, personal protection, OSHA and MOSHA, i ndustry and general shop safety. [AS NEEDED] Three hours lecture per week.
Prereq/Corequisite:
Take ENG 094 as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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Theatre |
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THE 172 - Introduction to Theatre 3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
A survey of theatrical forms from ancient times to the present day. The course is designed to familiarize the student with the practices, philosophies, terminologies, and purposes of the theatre. It includes an analysis of the basic elements of the theatre: the play, playwright, player, director, and audience. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 173 - Theatre Workshop 1 credit
An introduction to various aspects of the theatre. Activities of theatre will be studied on an individual basis and will include set design, scenery construction, publicity, theatre management, stage managing, and technical problems of acting, with each student selecting one area, or two related areas of interest. Hours arranged with the instructor. Some internships are offered in off-campus locations. May be taken for four semesters. [FALL/SPRING] One credit each semester.
Prereq/Corequisite:
Take ENG 094 as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 174 - Theatre Workshop 1 credit
An introduction to various aspects of the theatre. Activities of theatre will be studied on an individual basis and will include set design, scenery construction, publicity, theatre management, stage managing, and technical problems of acting, with each student selecting one area, or two related areas of interest. Hours arranged with the instructor. Some internships are offered in off-campus locations. May be taken for four semesters. [FALL/SPRING] One credit each semester.
Prereq/Corequisite:
Take ENG 094 as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 175 - Introduction to Theatre Production 3 credits
An introduction to all aspects of theatre production. Part I of the course is designed to offer students a formal introduction to the entire production process, from selecting the script through dismantling the completed production. Part II of the course involves training and participation in one of the following areas of production: acting, stage management, administration (front-of-house), marketing, or “tech” (backstage work, including lighting, sound, set, costumes and/or backstage crew). Involvement in a stage production is mandatory. [FALL/SPRING] One hour lecture, four hours independently scheduled studio time per week.
Prereq/Corequisite:
Take ENG 094 and MAT 023 as pre or corequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 250 - Western Culture and Performance 3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
A survey of rituals, games, and live entertainment from ancient to modern times. This course will focus on the culture and literature of performance in the Western tradition. [FALL] Three hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 271 - Introduction to Acting 3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
An introduction to the theory and basic principles of acting with focus on scripted drama. Work in voice, body movement, characterization, and style is included. [ALTERNATE YEAR - SPRING EVEN] Three hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score. Prereq/Corequisite:
Take MAT 023 as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 273 - Theatre Workshop 1 credit
An introduction to various aspects of the theatre. Activities of theatre will be studied on an individual basis and will include set design, scenery construction, publicity, theatre management, stage managing, and technical problems of acting, with each student selecting one area, or two related areas of interest. Hours arranged with the instructor. Some internships are offered in off-campus locations. May be taken for four semesters. [FALL/SPRING] One credit each semester.
Prereq/Corequisite:
Take ENG 094 as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 274 - Theatre Workshop 1 credit
An introduction to various aspects of the theatre. Activities of theatre will be studied on an individual basis and will include set design, scenery construction, publicity, theatre management, stage managing, and technical problems of acting, with each student selecting one area, or two related areas of interest. Hours arranged with the instructor. Some internships are offered in off-campus locations. May be taken for four semesters. [FALL/SPRING] One credit each semester.
Prereq/Corequisite:
Take ENG 094 as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 275 - Acting and Improvisation 3 credits
Students will explore improvisation and devised performance as tools for character development, adept physical and vocal expressivity, and storytelling. Students will develop both solo and partner scene performances. [ALTERNATE YEAR - SPRING ODD] Three hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094 as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
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THE 279 - World Culture and Performance 3 credits
A global survey of performance in non-Western contexts and across a wide chronological span from ancient times to the present. Students will study, analyze, and explore performance through interactive projects and activities. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
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Welding |
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WEL 108 - Fundamentals of Welding 3 credits
Course designed to provide introductory knowledge and skills for an entry-level welder. Topics include occupational and safety considerations, identification of suitable metals, electrodes and wires, performing various welding techniques, basic welding symbols and codes, welding inspection methods, and groove and fillet welds on carbon steel. Course provides an overview of oxy-fuel cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW) gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) processes. [Summer] Course Fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Note: Enrollment in WEL 108 is limited to students whose major is either CT.777 or CT.778, or with permission of the Program Director.
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WEL 109+ - Welding and Cutting Processes 3 credits
Course designed to develop the student’s skills in oxy-fuel and plasma cutting, shielded metal arc (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), flux-cored arc (FCAW), gas tungsten arc (GTAW) welding processes. Students will also establish a deeper understanding of drawing and welding symbol interpretation as they work towards the AWS Entry Level Welder Performance Qualification Tests. [Fall] Course fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): WEL 108
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WEL 152+ - Metal Fabrication I 3 credits
Course is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform basic metal fabrication in a welding shop. Topics include occupational and safety considerations, identification and application of types of metal and joints, fabrication processes, practical job-based math applications, and use of welding symbols and detail drawings. [Winterim] Course fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): WEL 109+
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WEL 201+ - Intermediate MIG & TIG Welding 3 credits
Course designed to advance students’ skills in the areas of gas metal arc (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). This course is ideal for students interested in career pathways involving structural and decorative metal fabrication using carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Students will be prepared to pass the AWS Entry Welders Performance Qualification Tests for GMAW and GTAW. [Spring] Course fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): WEL 152+
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WEL 211+ - Advanced MIG & TIG Welding 3 credits
Course designed to allow students to master skills in the areas of gas metal arc (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). This course is ideal for students interested in career pathways involving structural and decorative metal fabrication using carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Students will be prepared to pass the AWS Advanced Welder Performance Qualification Tests for GMAW and GTAW. [Spring] Course fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): WEL 201+
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WEL 221+ - Intermediate Stick & Flux-cored Welding 3 credits
Course designed to advance students’ skills in the areas of shielded metal arc (SMAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW). This course is ideal for students interested in pursuing career pathways in structural steel erection/fabrication, industrial utilities and pipeline construction and repair. Students will be prepared to pass the AWS Entry Level Welder Performance Qualification Tests for SMAW and FCAW. [Spring] Course fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): WEL 152+
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WEL 231+ - Advanced Stick & Flux-cored Welding 3 credits
Course designed to advance students’ skills in the areas of shielded metal arc (SMAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW). This course is ideal for students interested in pursuing career pathways in structural steel erection/fabrication, industrial utilities and pipeline construction and repair. Students will be prepared to pass the AWS Advanced Welder Performance Qualification Tests for SMAW and FCAW. [Spring] Course fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): WEL 221+
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WEL 252+ - Metal Fabrication II 3 credits
Course designed to advance students’ knowledge and skills related to metal fabrication. Topics include occupational and safety considerations, metallurgy, preheating and post heating of metals, advanced fabrication processes, practical job-based math applications, fabrication from welding detail drawings. [Summer] Course fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): WEL 211+ WEL 231+
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