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Course Descriptions

Course Naming System:

Course content areas at Tulsa Community College are categorized in “disciplines,” a related group of courses in a specified subject area, such as English (ENGL) or Physics (PHYS). Each course is first assigned a specific discipline name and then a specific four-digit course number, as in ENGL 1113, and a course name, as in Composition I. A brief description of the course content follows the course name and number. If a course is offered as part of a required sequence of courses, the prerequisite requirements for that course are also listed within the catalog course description. Not all courses listed in the catalog are offered each term, and certain courses may be offered on only one campus. Please check the current term class schedule for this information.

Course Numbering System:

  • First digit - The year in which the course is usually taken.*
  • Second and third digit - The individual course number within a discipline.
  • Fourth - The credit hours awarded for a course.

*Exception: Zero-level (non-credit) courses which may be taken in any term, but usually within the first two semesters.

Credit Hour:

A credit hour consists of a one-hour class period per week for 16 weeks per semester, with the exception of laboratories, practicums, or physical education activity classes in which generally two one-hour periods per week for 16 weeks equals one credit hour. The number of class hours and laboratory hours doubles for a class in an eight-week term.  Note: The time required each week for laboratory may vary from course to course. Please refer to the course syllabus for more information.

General Education Courses:

Courses used to fulfill general education requirements at TCC are listed in the catalog section titled, General Education Requirements. A code letter following a course title designates the general education category for which the course may generally be used for transfer to another university, as follows:

(A) Analytical and Quantitative Thought
(D) Diversity
(H) Humanities
(I)  International or Non-Western Dimension
(L) Laboratory Science
(N) Natural Science
(S) Social and Behavioral Sciences
 

Computer Information Systems
  

  • CSYS 2023 - A+ I

    This course covers three basic areas: computer hardware, networking, and mobile devices. Learning will be focused on skills across those three areas, including identifying, comparing, contrasting, appropriate selection to meet customer needs, installation, configuration and troubleshooting. This course will prepare the student to take and pass the first of the two required CompTIA exams to gain A+ certification. As the CompTIA exam is modified to meet industry needs, this course will also be modified to cover the new topics in the exam.

    Prerequisite: CSCI 1203  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2033 - JavaScript

    Course objectives consist of learning the JavaScript scripting language and how it is used to create dynamic content for web pages through the use of variables, functions, objects and events along with data types and operators. Also covered will be the use of the JavaScript language to process web page based forms, animations, cookies, and implementing web page security.

    Prerequisites: CSYS 1013  or instructor approval. 
  

  • CSYS 2063 - Windows Server Administration

    Students will perform server installation and operations of networking services, Active Directory services, monitoring and troubleshooting, as well as gain an understanding of the operating system functions and capabilities. Microsoft’s objectives and certification guidelines will be covered.

    Prerequisite: CSCI 1263  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2073 - MS Office

    An in-depth treatment of the Microsoft Office product. Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint will be used separately and as an integrated part of Office. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on training.

    Prerequisite: CSCI 1203  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2293 - Social Media

    Explore the use of Social Media for business and personal use.  Develop a Social Media marketing plan for a business. 

    Crosslisted with MKTG 2293 .
  

  • CSYS 2323 - Outlook

    This course covers the topics necessary to utilize a powerful integrated messaging, scheduling, and information management tool and to assist in the preparation necessary for the Microsoft Office Specialist Outlook core exam.

    Prerequisite: CSCI 1203  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2413 - Advanced JAVA

    This is an advanced programming course that emphasizes JDBC and advanced client server programming techniques in JAVA.

    Prerequisite: CSCI 2133  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2463 - PHP Programming

    Course objectives consist of learning the PHP scripting language and how it is used to create dynamic content for web pages through the use of variables, functions, and objects along with data types and operators. Also covers the use of the PHP language to: process web page based forms, read and write cookies, perform service side file I/O and access databases.

    Prerequisite: CSYS 1013  or instructor approval. 
  

  • CSYS 2493 - Principles of Information Assurance

    Introduction to all areas of information assurance, including attackers and techniques, policies & procedures, hardening of operating systems, applications, and networks, email and web security, cryptography, public key infrastructures, operational security, and recovery of digital evidence (forensics). Students will perform numerous hands-on labs. This course prepares students to take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.

    Prerequisite: CSCI 1263  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2563 - Enterprise Security

    Information security for the entire organization from a management perspective. Topics include the history and development of computer and network security, system development life cycle, user needs, threats, attacks, risk analysis and management, legal & ethical issues, policy & procedure development, converged network security, cryptology, tools & techniques, physical security, operational security, implementation & administration, personnel security, contingency planning, incident handling and disaster recovery. Students will complete several projects to help reinforce the material.

    Prerequisite: CSCI 1203 
  

  • CSYS 2613 - C# Programming

    An introduction to C# and the .NET Framework. Topics will include exception handling techniques, C#-based GUI development, multithreading, strings, characters, regular expressions, graphics, files and streams.

    Prerequisites: CSYS 1203  or instructor approval
  

  • CSYS 2643 - Database Design and SQL

    Course covers the design and creation of relational databases using the Structured Query Language including performing analysis of data needs, establishing table structures, defining and working with keys, defining field specifications, establishing and working with table relationships, defining business rules, creating views, and managing data integrity.

    Prerequisite: CSYS 1203  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2743 - Python Programming

    An introduction to Python as both a general programming language and a Web development tool.  Topics include procedural and object-oriented coding, implementation of libraries, web frameworks, and database access.  Emphasis will be placed on current usage of the language in industry. 

    Prerequisites: CSYS 1203  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2783 - Advanced C# Programming

    Course builds on the material from the introductory C# programming course and includes graphical interface development using C#, event driven programming, custom controls, advanced OO concepts, using the pre-processor, exception handling, and unit testing.

    Prerequisite: CSYS 2613  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2793 - Mobile Development - Android

    A hands-on introduction to designing, developing, debugging and testing mobile applications using Java and targeting Android-based mobile devices. Among the topics to be covered: taking advantage of Android’s APIs for data storage, retrieval, user preferences, files, databases, and content providers, and using Android’s communication APIs for SMS, telephony, network management, and Internet resources.

    Prerequisites: CSCI 2133  or instructor approval
  

  • CSYS 2943 - Windows Server Advanced Administration

    Provides more in-depth knowledge of the day-to-day activities of Windows Server Administration to include Microsoft specific topics of deploying, managing and maintaining servers. Students will learn to configure and manage the following: file and print services; network services and access; Network Policy Server Infrastructure, Active Directory; and Group Policy. Microsoft objectives and certification guidelines will be covered.

    Prerequisite: CSYS 2063  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2953 - Windows Server Advanced Services

    Students will gain knowledge of the advanced services available within the Windows Server operating system. Specific topics of high availability, file and storage solutions, business continuity, disaster recovery, network services, Active Directory infrastructure, and Identity and Access Solutions are covered. Microsoft objectives and certification guidelines will be covered.

    Prerequisite: CSYS 2063  or instructor approval.
  

  • CSYS 2990 - Selected Topics in Computer Science

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Computer Science. May be repeated with a different topic.


Criminal Justice
  

  • CRIM 1013 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

    An examination of the historical development of law enforcement. Fundamental functions of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. The trend toward professionalism.

  

  • CRIM 1213 - Police Fundamentals

    Theory and basic knowledge necessary to enable a beginning peace officer to perform field services. Emphasis on authority, ethics, arrest, evidence, public relations, preventive patrol, crimes, and basic criminal procedure.

    Prerequisite: State certification as peace officer.
  

  • CRIM 1253 - Police Methods and Equipment

    Methods and equipment necessary to enable a beginning peace officer to perform field services.

    Prerequisite: State certification as peace officer.
  

  • CRIM 2023 - Traffic Investigation

    A study of traffic enforcement, education, and engineering with primary emphasis on techniques, traffic accident investigation analysis, and selective enforcement.

  

  • CRIM 2063 - Law Enforcement Supervision

    The essentials of supervision with primary emphasis toward the supervisor’s role in planning, budgeting, training, methods of improving leadership, and awareness of the managerial role.

  

  • CRIM 2103 - Criminal Evidence

    The law, rules, and kinds of evidence. Admissible evidence for criminal prosecution.

  

  • CRIM 2113 - Criminalistics

    Basic criminalistics designed to develop proficiency in the scientific detection, collection, and preservation of evidence in criminal investigation. Forensic science from a practical, rather than theoretical point of view.

    Prerequisite: CRIM 1013 .
  

  • CRIM 2123 - Criminal Law I

    An examination of the nature of the criminal act. Classification of crimes, necessary elements, and defenses. Consideration of the effects of case decisions on criminal law.

  

  • CRIM 2133 - Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation

    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the collection of physical evidence at the scene of the crime. The course will emphasize the crime scene search, the recognition of physical evidence, the techniques and methods for collection, preservation and transmission for laboratory analysis of visible and latent evidence.

  

  • CRIM 2143 - Criminal Law II

    The substantive criminal law defining common law and statutory offenses and punishments.

    Prerequisite: CRIM 2123.
  

  • CRIM 2183 - Police Equipment and Weapons

    A study of the various types of equipment and weapons used in law enforcement.

  

  • CRIM 2213 - Interrogation Techniques

    Basic fundamentals of proper techniques of interrogation, interview, case preparation, and courtroom testimony.

  

  • CRIM 2223 - Criminal Procedures I

    The control machinery of criminal law from investigation to pardon. Problems incident to investigation, search and seizure, arrest, trial, judgment, and disposition of persons suspected and/or accused of criminal acts.

  

  • CRIM 2333 - Criminal Procedures II

    A hybrid course presented in lecture, independent and on-line study requiring service learning/internship in a field-study environment. The course includes review and preparation of common documents in law enforcement including a case report, affidavit of probable cause, and a search warrant with accompanying documents.

    Prerequisite: CRIM 2223  or concurrent enrollment.
  

  • CRIM 2990 - Selected Topics in Criminal Justice

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Criminal Justice. May be repeated with a different topic.


Dental Hygiene
  

  • DHYG 1013 - Oral Anatomy, Embryology and Histology

    Anatomy of human body systems with emphasis on oral structures, tooth morphology, dental anomalies, physiology of occlusion, embryonic development, and histology.  Includes lab component.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program. 
  

  • DHYG 1022 - Head and Neck Anatomy

    Gross anatomy of the head and neck in relation to clinical practice of dental hygiene: osteology; circulation; innervation; musculature.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program.
  

  • DHYG 1333 - Pathology, Etiology and Immunology

    Principles of general pathology; pathology of organ systems; pathology of the head, neck, and oral structures; etiology of disease; host responses of inflammation; repair and immunology; common clinical features of disease; differentiation between normal and abnormal tissues and conditions.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 1353 - Periodontology

    Role of the dental hygienist in the treatment of periodontal disease; normal periodontium; pathogenesis and etiology of periodontal disease; host response and periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic diseases; evidence-based approach to periodontal care; assessment, planning, implementation and maintenance strategies for the prevention and treatment of periodontal diseases.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 1363 - Dental Hygiene Theory I

    Introduction to the dental hygiene profession; principles of ethical and professional behavior; dental terminology; infection control; oral health services to patients with bloodborne infectious diseases; concepts of oral hygiene; patient management and disease prevention; health education; dental deposits; care plan; care and maintenance of implants; oral inspection procedures; medical/dental histories and vital signs.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program.
  

  • DHYG 1373 - Dental Hygiene Theory II

    Procedures for medical and dental emergencies; oral health care services to patients with bloodborne infectious diseases; planning dental hygiene care for a variety of patients; instrument sharpening; power driven instruments; dental specialties.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 1384 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I

    Preclinical laboratory experience with mannequins and student partner practice; dental instrumentation techniques for comprehensive oral hygiene services; clinical concepts of patient education and treatment; setup and care of equipment and instruments; aseptic technique and the prevention of disease transmission; taking medical/dental histories and vital signs; inspection of oral hard and soft tissues; dental charting procedures; instrumentation skills.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program and current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
  

  • DHYG 1394 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II

    Development of evidence-based procedural practices; care plans; radiography, non-surgical periodontal therapy and instrumentation techniques and equipment; administration of nitrous oxide sedation and local anesthesia; colloquium of various dental topics. Course includes 180 clinical hours.

    Prerequisites: Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 1412 - Dental Radiography Foundation

    A study of the physical and chemical properties of X-radiation; radiation history; biological effects of X-rays; role of the dental radiographer; diagnostic criteria; radiography armentaria; types of images; exposure techniques and safety; radiographic analysis and interpretation.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program.
  

  • DHYG 1421 - Dental Radiography Techniques

    Practical experience in radiography techniques; evaluation and interpretation; radiation safety; infection control; equipment care. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program.
  

  • DHYG 1512 - Dental Pain Management

    Dental pain management therapies with emphasis on administration of nitrous oxide sedation and local anesthesia. Includes lab component with student partner practice.

    Prerequisites: Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 1532 - Dental Hygiene Pharmacology

    Basic principles of drug actions and interactions; dental-related therapeutics and drugs associated with common system disorders; indications and procedures for use of emergency drugs that are commonly used in dentistry.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2022 - Special Needs/Geriatrics

    Management and care plan strategies for patients that require modifications to normal dental routines: patients with medical, physical, psychological, developmental and social situations; older adult/geriatric patients.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2312 - Community Dental Health I

    Promotion of oral health and disease prevention through organized community-based efforts; role of the dental public health professional; epidemiological patterns of oral diseases; evidence based decision making; research methodology; biostatistics and governmental influences in the oral health care delivery system; program assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; cultural competency and social responsibility, service-learning; and ethical and legal principles.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2321 - Community Dental Health II

    Practice experience within the community for developing, implementing and evaluating dental health projects; dental screenings; table clinics; school health oral presentations; other community-based projects. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisites: Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2343 - Dental Materials, Techniques and Support Services

    Procedures, chemical compositions, physical characteristics and manipulation of materials used in dentistry; patient management; impressions; study models; sealants; air polisher. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2362 - Dental Hygiene Theory III

    Concepts and application of non-surgical periodontal therapy; advanced instrumentation skills; periodontal care plan; reevaluation and maintenance of periodontal health; application of chemotherapeutic agents; insurance coding for dental procedures; dietary analysis; case studies.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2382 - Ethics, Law and Dental Practice Management

    Ethical decision making; principles of professionalism; office management with emphasis on productivity, remuneration, risk management and the concept of the dental health team; jurisprudence; current dental hygiene issues; resume and interviewing techniques.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2385 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III

    Advancement of evidence-based procedural practices; care plans; radiography, non-surgical periodontal therapy and advanced instrumentation techniques and equipment; administration of nitrous oxide sedation and local anesthesia; offsite service learning rotations (up to 16 hours); colloquium of various dental topics. Course includes 240 clinical hours.

    Prerequisites: Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2395 - Clinical Dental Hygiene IV

    Further advancement of evidence-based procedural practices; care plans; radiography, non-surgical periodontal therapy and advanced instrumentation techniques and equipment; administration of nitrous oxide sedation and local anesthesia; case presentations; offsite service learning rotations (up to 16 hours); colloquium of various dental topics. Course includes 240 clinical hours.

    Prerequisites: Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and successful completion of all previous Dental Hygiene (DHYG) coursework with a grade of “C” or better.
  

  • DHYG 2990 - Selected Topics in Dental Hygiene

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Dental Hygiene. May be repeated with a different topic.


Diagnostic Medical Sonography
  

  • DMS 1002 - Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Sonography

    Incorporates patient assessment, medical asepsis, body mechanics, medical emergencies, professional ethics, communication, medico-legal issues, beginning Vascular Technology and other imaging modalities. Emphasizes placed on beginning ultrasound scan skills.  Includes lab component. 

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Prerequisites must be passed with “C” or better. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA. Corequisite: DMS 1103  
  

  • DMS 1103 - Acoustical Physics and Instrumentation I

    A study of the principles of diagnostic ultrasound, the fundamental properties of ultrasonic physics, stressing tissue interactions, and interfaces. Focusing characteristics, methods, intensity, and power considerations are introduced along with system resolution considerations.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
  

  • DMS 1213 - Acoustical Physics and Instrumentation II

    A continuation of the study of the properties of diagnostic ultrasound, stressing the operation of diagnostic equipment, the display systems, biological effects and quality assurance methods. Current developments in ultrasound are reviewed, discussed, and evaluated.

    Prerequisite: Prior DMS coursework with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval
  

  • DMS 1223 - Abdominal Sonography I

    Incorporates cross sectional and relational anatomy, physiology, normal variants, pathology, laboratory data, and related imaging modalities of the organs, vasculature, muscles, ligaments and other structures in the adult abdomen. Emphasizes ultrasound scan skills.  Included lab component.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, DMS 1002  , DMS 1103  . Prerequisites must be passed with “C” or better. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA. Co-requisites: DMS 1233  , DMS 1213  , DMS 1242 . 
  

  • DMS 1233 - OB/GYN Sonography I

    Incorporates cross sectional and relational anatomy, physiology, normal variants, pathology, laboratory data, and related imaging modalities pf the organs, vasculature, and other structures of the non-gravid female pelvis and first trimester fetus. Emphasizes ultrasound scan skills.  Includes lab component

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Diagnostic Me.dical Sonography Program, DMS 1002  , DMS 1103 . Prerequisites must be passed with “C” or better. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA.  Co-requisites: DMS 1223  , DMS 1213  , DMS 1242 .
  

  • DMS 1242 - Sonography Clinical Practice I

    A beginning clinical education experience requiring application of the knowledge learned in the classroom. Professionalism and personal interaction are stressed along with technical competencies. Clinical education occurs in various clinical sites and allows students to experience current clinical practice.

    Prerequisite: All prior DMS coursework with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval
  

  • DMS 1252 - Sonography Clinical Practice II

    A clinical education experience requiring application of the knowledge learned in the classroom. Professionalism and personal interaction are stressed along with technical competencies.

    Prerequisite: All prior DMS coursework with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  

  • DMS 1263 - Neurosonography and Small Parts Sonography

    Incorporates sonographic imaging of pediatrics, male pelvis, non-cardiac chest, thyroid, vascular, musculoskeletal, emergency ultrasound, introduction to lower extremity venous and related imaging modalities. Emphasizes ultrasound scan skills. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, DMS 1002 , DMS 1103 , DMS 1223 , DMS 1213 , DMS 1242 .  Prerequisites must be passed with “C” or better. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA.   Corequisite: DMS 1252  
  

  • DMS 2034 - Sonography Clinical Practice III

    A clinical education experience requiring application of the knowledge learned in the classroom. Professionalism and personal interaction are stressed along with technical competencies.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval or completion of all prior DMS coursework with a grade of “C” and students must sit for the ARDMS SPI exam.
  

  • DMS 2123 - Abdominal Sonography II

    Continuation of Abdominal Ultrasound I. Incorporates cross sectional and relational anatomy, physiology, normal variants, pathology, laboratory data, and related imaging modalities of the organs, vasculature, muscles, ligaments and other structures in the adult abdomen. Emphasizes ultrasound scan skills.  Includes lab component. 

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, DMS 1002  , DMS 1103  , DMS 1223  , DMS 1233  , DMS 1213  , DMS 1242  , DMS 1263  , DMS 1252  . Prerequisites must be passed with “C” or better. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA. Students must sit for ARDMS SPI Exam.  Co-requisites: DMS 2133 , DMS 2034  .
  

  • DMS 2131 - Ultrasound Seminar

    This course is a comprehensive review of all aspects of the sonography curriculum to prepare the students for the Board Exams.

    Prerequisite: Prior DMS coursework with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  

  • DMS 2133 - OB/GYN Sonography II

    Continuation of Ob/GYN Ultrasound I. Incorporates normal, pathology, syndromes and ultrasound appearance of tissues, organs and systems, and other imaging modalities for the fetus in the second and third trimesters. Emphasizes ultrasound scan skills. Includes lab component. 

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, DMS 1002  , DMS 1103  , DMS 1223  , DMS 1233  , DMS 1213  , DMS 1242  , DMS 1263  , DMS 1252  . Prerequisites must be passed with “C” or better. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA. Students must sit for the ARDMS SPI exam  Co-requisites: DMS 2123 , DMS 2034 .
  

  • DMS 2145 - Sonography Clinical Practice IV

    This last clinical education experience progresses the student to an entry level sonographer prepared to enter the workforce. Professionalism and personal interaction are stressed along with technical competencies.

    Prerequisite: All prior DMS coursework with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  

  • DMS 2153 - Vascular Ultrasound

    Incorporates gross anatomy, relational anatomy, physiology, normal variants, pathology, laboratory data, and related imaging modalities of the arterial and venous systems of the upper and lower limbs, extra cranial head and neck ind1.rect testing: systolic pressure measurements, plethysmography, and Doppler waveforms for evaluation of the peripheral vascular system. 

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, DMS 1002 , DMS 1103 , DMS 1213 , DMS 1223 , DMS 1233 , DMS 1242 , DMS 1263 , DMS 1252 , DMS 2123 , DMS 2133 , DMS 2034  or proof of prior Sonographic Registry. Prerequisites must be passed with “C” or better. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA.  Corequiste:  DMS 2131 , DMS 2145 .  

Digital Media
  

  • DGMD 1013 - Introduction to Graphic Design

    Basic history, principles, methodologies, tools, outcomes, and career opportunities within the expanding field of Graphic Design. Preparation for expectations and demands of this competitive industry. Topics involve time-management, professional and ethical design practices, critiques and creative process strategies.

  

  • DGMD 1103 - Adobe Acrobat

    A presentation of key concepts, techniques, and tools found within Acrobat Professional. Emphasis on Acrobat basics, keyboard shortcuts, creating PDF documents, combining files into PDF portfolios, creating PDF documents from web pages, editing PDF files, adding signatures and security, creating media-rich presentations, working with forms, using Acrobat in professional publishing, employing commenting tools, and making documents accessible and flexible. Students are encouraged to obtain Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) status.

    Semester Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • DGMD 1113 - Digital Foundations 1: Photoshop

    Key concepts, vocabulary, tools, principles, and techniques relating to the creation of raster-graphic outcomes. Prepare, edit, manipulate, and create bitmap images through a series of hands-on exercises. Topics involve setting project requirements, identifying and applying design principles, navigating Photoshop’s interface, creating bit-map content, working non-destructively, and exporting content for use in print, motion, and interactive mediums. Preparation for Adobe Photoshop Certified Associate (ACA) exam. 

    Cross-listed with INTD 1533 . 
    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 1203 - Digital Foundations 2: Illustrator

    Key concepts, vocabulary, tools, principles, and techniques relating to the creation of scalable-graphic outcomes. Prepare, edit, manipulate, and create vector images through a series of hands-on exercises. Topics involve setting project requirements, identifying and applying design principles, navigating Illustrator’s interface, creating vector content, and exporting content for use in print, motion, and interactive mediums. Preparation for Adobe Illustrator Certified Associate (ACA) exam. 

    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 1213 - Advanced Photoshop

    Learn professional Photoshop techniques to enhance and alter digital photographs and prepare them for web and print distribution using Macintosh computers. Emphasis on masking, layering techniques, video editing, 3d features, and choosing a non-destructive workflow. Students are encouraged to obtain Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification.  Prerequisite: DGMD 1113 or instructor approval.

    Semester Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • DGMD 1223 - Digital Photography

    Introduction of techniques and procedures of digital photography. Working with digital cameras to input images into the digital environment using Adobe software. Enhance, resize, and alter photographs for print and online distribution. Emphasis on the integration of technical skills and aesthetic expression. Projects require exploration and experimentation. Students must provide their own cameras.

    Prerequisite: DGMD 1113  with a C or higher.
    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 2263 - Digital Illustration I

    The applied study of illustration tools, techniques, processes, and practices for  the creation of digital illustration and pictorial narratives. Employ multiple image-making techniques to complete assignments, nurture drawing and painting skills within a digital environment. Conceptually develop illustrative outcomes through an imaginative interpretation of words and written concepts. Appropriate illustration styles through hypothetical brand objectives and content and the creative process are explored. Involves a brief history of traditional illustration mediums and styles.

    Prerequisites: ART 1013 , ART 1123 , DGMD 1113 , DGMD 1203  with a “C” or higher in each.   
  

  • DGMD 2303 - Adobe Audition

    Overview of key concepts, techniques, and tools within Adobe Audition. Emphasis on Audition basics, work area, repairing and adjusting audio clips, editing and enhancing voice-over recordings, sampling, creating background music and loops, exploring effects, working with markers, importing, exporting, and round-trip editing. Students are encouraged to obtain Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) certification. Prerequisites: CSCI 1203 or instructor approval. 

    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 2313 - Digital Foundations 3: InDesign

    Key concepts, vocabulary, tools, principles, and techniques relating to the layout of print and screen­related touch-points. Prepare, edit, and create layouts using Adobe lnDesign. Asset creation involves Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat. Topics involve defining project requirements, identifying and applying design principles, working with layouts, grids and typestyles. Navigating lnDesign interface, creating documents, pre-flighting, packaging, and exporting content. Preparation for Adobe lnDesign Certified Associate (ACA) exam.

    Prerequistes: DGMD 1113  and DGMD 1203  with a “C” or better. 
    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 2323 - 2D Animation

    The study of animation principles, techniques, processes, tools, vocabulary, and history of animation. Involves script, storyboard, and animatic iteration to develop animated assets and narratives. Stage, pose, and animate characters within a digital environment, on a sequential timeline, using industry-standard software and hardware. Emphasis on creative conceptualization, composition, style, and visual aesthetics. Imaginative storytelling through animation emphasized.

    Prerequisites: DGMD 1113 , DGMD 1203 , and ART 1123  with a “C” or better. 
    Semester Offered Fall
  

  • DGMD 2333 - Digital Video I/Final Cut Pro

    Overview of basic digital video editing techniques and principles. Gain hands on experience in video capture and editing using Final Cut Pro nonlinear video editing software. Prerequisite: MCOM 2573 or instructor approval.

    Semester Offered Fall
  

  • DGMD 2343 - 3D Digital Foundations

    The study of principles, terminology, processes, and techniques relating to the creation of 3D objects using digital technology. Involves critical thinking and concept development to design, model, surface, and render 3D objects and environments using 3D software. Topics involve an exploration of modeling tools, surface and texture mapping, camera and light rigging, animation, and rendering techniques. Output objects for fabrication.

    Prerequisites: DGMD 1113  and DGMD 1203  with a “C” or better.  
    Semester Offered Fall
  

  • DGMD 2353 - Adobe Premiere

    Overview of key concepts, techniques, and tools. Emphasis on basics such as importing, editing, working with audio, creating transitions, and producing titles. Additional topics will involve multi-camera editing, DVD with menu compilation, time-remapping techniques, effects, and compressing video for handheld devices such as mobile phones, iPods, PSPs, and smartphones. Basic script and storyboard techniques will be discussed for the creative development of all video projects. Students are encouraged to obtain Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) certification.  Prerequisites: CSCI 1203 or instructor approval.

    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 2393 - Graphic Design Capstone

    Develop a personal brand identity, identity system, resume, cover letter, portfolio, and strategy for employment. Involves self-discovery surveys, assessments, and creative exercises to visually communicate and showcase talent to future employers. Projects from previous program course work will be revised. All projects evolve through a documented creative process, where the project-brief, audience, and content are carefully considered for the final outcome. Final portfolio presentation and showcase required. Completion of 75% of their curriculum requirements and obtained instructor permission to enroll.

    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 2413 - Interaction Design I

    Plan, conceive, create layout solutions to interactive design problems using an array of Adobe toolsets and open-source frameworks. Through the vehicle of hands-on exercises and projects, the principles of user experience and interface design will be theoretically explored and applied. Phases of investigation involve an audience and competitor analysis, content strategy, wireframing, prototyping, coding, testing and iteration, development and execution, and analytics. 

    Prerequistes: DGMD 1113  and DGMD 1203  with a “C” or higher. 
  

  • DGMD 2423 - Motion Graphics

    Applied study of principles, techniques, processes, tools, vocabulary, history, and practices relative to the creation of motion graphics within the field of visual communication. Involves hands-on exercises and projects to build technical proficiency (Adobe After Effects), critical thinking and creative problem-solving. Topics involve applying the principles of design and animation, working with typography in a kinetic environment, and composing sequential narratives and motion elements based on a creative-brief. Projects are completed using a script, storyboard, animatic iteration, and asset development. Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator toolsets will be used for the design and illustration of creative assets. 

    Prerequisites:  DGMD 1113 , DGMD 1203 ,and DGMD 2343  with a “C” or better. 
  

  • DGMD 2433 - Digital Video II/Final Cut Pro

    Continuation of DGMD 2333.  Integrate graphics, audio, animation, and special effects into digital video projects. Use Final Cut Pro video editing software on Macintosh platforms.  Prerequisite: DGMD 2333 or instructor approval.

    Semester Offered Spring
  

  • DGMD 2443 - 3D Animation

    The study of terminology and principles relating to the creation of ray-traced 3D animation outcomes using 3D graphics software. Students will employ a creative process for the conceptual development and design of all 3D animation narratives. Topics involve key frame animation, animation using paths, and procedural animation techniques.

    Prerequisite: DGMD 2343  with a “C” or better. 
  

  • DGMD 2453 - Print Design I

    The study of techniques, processes, tools, and vocabulary relating to the design and layout of print-related touch-points. Creatively plan and conceive outcomes for print collateral and packaging, based on a brand-driven project brief. Projects conceptually developed through a documented creative process. Topics involve content creation, paper specification, color usage, folds, bindery formats, and output. Additional exploration on technical setup of special features such as die-lines, special finishes, embossing, and foil stamping. 

    Prerequisites: DGMD 1113 , DGMD 1203 , DGMD 2313 , ART 2413 , and DGMD 2423  with a “C” or higher in each course.    
  

  • DGMD 2493 - Graphic Design Internship

    Practical, hands-on learning through professional work experience and supervision. Students will complete an approved 180-hour (60 hours per credit) on-site work experience.  Instructor approval required. Prerequisite: DGMD 2393.

    Semester Offered Fall and Spring
  

  • DGMD 2513 - Interaction Design Studio I

    An expansion and continuation of Interaction Design Studio l. Students plan, conceive, create layout solutions lo advanced interactive design problems. Emphasis on elevating conceptual and technical skill concerning interactive touch points and user interface design. 

    Prerequisite: DGMD 2413  with a “C” or higher. 

Drafting and Computer-Aided Design
  

  • DRFT 1324 - Engineering Drawing with CAD

    This introductory course for the beginning drafter includes such topics as drafting room practices, graphical geometry, orthographic projection, dimensioning, and perspective views. Emphasis is placed on developing the abilities of three dimensional vision, graphic communication skills, and lettering. Dimensioning is taught to ASME standards. Course also includes introduction to AutoCAD. Includes lab component.
  

  • DRFT 1363 - Civil Drafting and Design

    This course introduces the different drawings used in the field of Civil Engineering. Typical subjects covered include project stationing, development of roadway; storm sewer; sanitary sewer; water line and drainage structure plan and profile sheets, plotting drawings from survey field notes, contour interpolation and cross-sections. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisites: DRFT 1324  and MATH 1513  or MATH 1454 .
  

  • DRFT 1442 - Descriptive Geometry

    Study geometric projection of lines, points, and planes in AutoCAD. Solve related drafting problems. Study space relations that points, lines, and planes share in forming any given shape.

    Prerequisite: DRFT 1324  and DRFT 2204 .
  

  • DRFT 2043 - CATIA Fundamentals

    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the functional skills required to employ CATIA in a project orientated environment. Instruction will be provided covering the basic concepts needed to use CATIA to create part models, file functions, and analysis. Basic Windows skills and an understanding of Basic Drafting is highly recommended. Includes lab component.
  

  • DRFT 2053 - CATIA Solids and Surfacing

    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the advanced skills required to employ CATIA’s Surfacing and Solid functions in a project orientated environment. Instruction will be provided covering the concepts needed to use CATIA to create part models, file functions, and analysis. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisite: DRFT 2043 /ENGT 2043  or instructor approval.
  

  • DRFT 2204 - AutoCAD 2

    This course introduces AutoCAD software as a drafting tool. Students develop skills needed to produce 2D drawings, basic dimensioning, and disk data storage. Covers creation, retrieval, and modification of drawings using basic AutoCAD commands. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisite: DRFT 1324 .
  

  • DRFT 2223 - Mechanical Design I (Computer Aided Design)

    A study of mechanical design principles which addresses such problems as geometric arrangements, effects of motion of one part on others, and effects of forces. Also addressed are properties of materials, limitation of manufacturing processes and economics, and the use of handbooks to aid in the study of the interrelationship of parts. Computer aided drafting equipment is utilized. Includes lab component.

    Prerequisites: MATH 1513  or MATH 1454  and DRFT 2204 .
  

  • DRFT 2233 - Autodesk Inventor Modeling

    This course introduces 3D solid modeling and parametric modeling techniques and concepts using the Inventor program. It starts by constructing basic shapes to building intelligent more complex solid models and creating multi-view drawings. Includes lab component.
  

  • DRFT 2293 - Survey of CAD Applications

    This course is intended to provide comprehensive overview of production drawings and documents from the standpoint of the production designer. This course is project-oriented comprised of three component phases, and the final project is delivered as a set of documents. One phase demonstrates the relation between tool and product design processes and manufacturing methods. Another phase covers structural working drawings per AISC design specifications with a focus on members, connections, and fasteners. A third phase presents fundamentals in process piping drafting. The use of handbook and standards including architectural design will be highlighted throughout the course.

    Prerequisite: DRFT 2204  and a 3D solids course such as ProE, Inventor or Solidworks.
  

  • DRFT 2393 - Basic SolidWorks

    A fundamental introduction to 3-dimensional production solids modeling utilizing SolidWorks CAD software, including generation of the solids model and conversion to a working drawing. Includes lab component.
  

  • DRFT 2543 - Autodesk REVIT

    Introduction to Autodesk REVIT CAD software, including Building Information Modeling, BIM. (Analyzing the 3-D model design for cooling/heating load, square footage, surface area, etc.)

    Prerequisite: DRFT 2204  or instructor approval. 
 

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