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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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ACCT - 185 Survey of Accounting 2
A one semester accounting course to provide an overview of the basic topics in financial accounting. Topics include: the mechanics of accounting, accounts receivable and payable, inventories, depreciation, fixed and intangible assets, accrual, and cash basis of accounting. This course is designed for students without prior accounting knowledge.
Pre-requisite(s):
Eligible for BUSN 112 or MATH 113 or higher.
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ACCT - 199 Special Topics 13 -
Special topics course relating to Accounting.
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ACCT - 215 Financial Accounting 3
The course provides students with an understanding of the nature and purpose of accounting and its function in business. The principles and concepts underlying the accounting cycle, transaction analysis and recording; financial statement preparation, disclosures and analysis; and ethical issues are addressed. The course includes units on inventories, internal control, cash, receivables, fixed and intangible assets, current and long-term liabilities, and stockholders’ equity, preparation of financial statements, income tax, and investments.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade C or better in BUSN 112 or MATH 113 , ATEC 115
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ACCT - 216 Managerial Accounting 3
The analysis of internal accounting practices with emphasis on use of data for performance evaluation, control, cost analysis, capital budgeting, cash flows, and the contribution approach to decision making.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade C or better in ACCT 215
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ACCT - 235 Integrated Computer Accounting 3
This course is the study of the processing of accounting data through the use of integrated accounting systems. This course of study will involve the operation of the General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Financial Statement Analysis and Payroll Accounting Systems, which are the major systems commonly found in computerized accounting environments.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade C or better in ACCT 215
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ACCT - 285 Intermediate Accounting I 3
This course is a continued study of the accounting process and the reporting process in conjunction with the development of accounting theory. The course includes the conceptual framework for generally accepted accounting; the accounting cycle; financial statement preparation and limitations, and present value of money applications; current assets including cash, receivables, and inventories; plant assets, depreciation, impairments, and depletion.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade of C or better in ACCT 216
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ACCT - 286 Cost Accounting 3
This course is the study of cost and managerial procedures and concepts designed to develop students who have a functional knowledge of the basic managerial accounting principles. The course introduces the basics of cost accounting which apply to service, merchandising, and manufacturing firms. Concepts covered include job order costing, cos-volume-profit analysis, activity-based costing, variable costing, budgeting, standard costing systems and variance analysis, decision-making using managerial accounting information, and related topics in addition to analytical and communication skills.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade of C or better in ACCT 216
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ACCT - 287 Governmental Accounting 3
Accounting practices used in governmental units and not-for profits organizations. Includes basis characteristics of fund accounting, functions of governmental accounting, budgetary process, basic fund accounting system, financial reporting objectives, and government-wide financial statements.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade of C or better in ACCT 216
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ACCT - 290 Individual Income Tax 3
This course emphasizes the income taxation of individuals as prescribed in the internal revenue code, related regulations, rulings and case law. Topics include sources of tax law, basic tax principles, introduction to U.S. federal, state and local tax systems, income and expense definitions, property transactions, developing research skills, ethical considerations, calculations of taxable income, and tax planning.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade of C or better in ACCT 215
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ACCT - 291 Certified Bookkeeper Preparation and Accounting Review 6
This course offers students a review of accounting knowledge, bookkeeping subject matter, and prepare to sit for the Certified Bookkeepers (CB) designation with the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB). This capstone course focuses on the seven primary subject areas: Accounting Review, Adjusting Entries, Correction of Accounting Errors, Payroll, Depreciation, Inventory and Internal Controls.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade of C or better in ACCT 216
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ACCT - 299 Special Topics 13 -
Special topics course relating to accounting.
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ATEC - 100 Keyboarding 1
This is a one-credit hour test- out exam. The test consists of three timed writings at 40 wpm for five minutes, with 95% accuracy.
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ATEC - 105 Computer Literacy 3
This is an introductory class for incoming students who have had little or no computer training. Provides coverage of computer basics, including computer hardware/components, operating systems, computer communications, and application software. Intended to help students become computer literate as they learn to use Windows, Microsoft Office Suite and navigate the internet. It is also helpful to those who want to understand how to use the computer effectively for class and personal use.
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ATEC - 111 Collegiate Computer Skills 3
This course introduces fundamental concepts, terminology and operations essential for computer use. Emphasis is placed on computer hardware components, software applications, operating systems, and computer communications. Students will gain basic knowledge of file management, Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Basic functions of Word, PowerPoint and Excel), and navigation of the internet to become technologically competent and computer literate.
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ATEC - 115 Fundamentals of Business Computer Applications 3
This course is an overview that will give students an opportunity to investigate business computer applications. The student will get a “hands-on” familiarity (non-programmer) of the Microsoft Office Suite and will become proficient in Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. The student will integrate documents from one application to another.
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ATEC - 120 Document Processing 3
Emphasis is placed on learning the keyboard and developing proper formatting techniques using the latest in computer technology. English grammar, proofreading skills, and composition are strengthened through learning activities. Upon completion of this course, it is expected that the student will be able to key at a minimum rate of 50 wpm for five minutes with 95% accuracy.
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ATEC - 220 Records and Database Management 3
This course is designed to provide the student with the basic terminology of records management, alphabetic and numeric filing theory, and practice. Record storage and retrieval systems and purging files according to government rules for records retention will be covered. Managing files manually and electronically (using specialized software) will also be covered.
Pre-requisite(s):
ATEC 115
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ATEC - 230 Office Procedures 3
This capstone course examines the procedures and terminology related to specialized office environments. It involves the utilization of specialized software application programs and/or office simulations. Involves creating portfolios for a business, event planning, presentations, and travel arrangements are implemented.
Pre-requisite(s):
ATEC 120
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ATEC - 250 Microsoft Certification: Access 1
This course provides an effective, systematic way to review and master Microsoft Access. Step-by-step, on-screen instructions, performance-based activities, practice assessments, and registration information are provided. Upon completion of this course, the student will have the requisite skills to become MOS certified in Access. (If Credit hours equivalency or test-out is desired student must pay test-out fee plus certification fee.)
Pre-requisite(s):
ATEC 115 ; permission of the Director/Chairperson
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ATEC - 255 Microsoft Certification: Excel 1
This course provides an effective, systematic way to review and master Microsoft Excel. Step-by-step, on screen instructions, performance-based activities, practice assessments, and registration information are provided. Upon completion of this course, the student will have the requisite skills to become MOS certified in Excel. (If Credit hours equivalency or test-out is desired student must pay test-out fee plus certification fee.)
Pre-requisite(s):
ATEC 115 ; permission of the Director/Chairperson
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ATEC - 260 Microsoft Certification: PowerPoint 1
This course provides an effective, systematic way to review and master Microsoft PowerPoint. Step-by-step, on-screen instructions, performance-based activities, practice assessments, and registration information are provided. Upon completion of this course, the student will have the requisite skills to become MOS certified in PowerPoint. (If Credit hours equivalency or test-out is desired student must pay test-out fee plus certification fee.)
Pre-requisite(s):
ATEC 115 ; permission of the Director/Chairperson
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ATEC - 265 Microsoft Certification: Word 1
This course provides an effective, systematic way to review and master Microsoft Word. Step-by-step, on-screen instructions, performance-based activities, practice assessments, and registration information are provided. Upon completion of this course, the student will have the requisite skills to become MOS certified in Word. (If Credit hours equivalency or test-out is desired student must pay test-out fee plus certification fee.)
Pre-requisite(s):
ATEC 115 ; permission of the Director/Chairperson
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AMTE - 133 Industrial Wiring and the National Electrical Code 3
A study of National Electric Code and wiring methods. Topics include conduit bending, wiring materials, wiring terminations, grounding and special, including hazardous, electrical locations.
Pre-requisite(s):
ECET 111 or MECH 120
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AMTE - 134 Industrial Power and Devices 3
An introduction to three phase power systems and equipment. Topics include real power, reactive power, power factor, ideal transformers, transformer testing; transformer types and ratings, threephase transformers, DC motors, single and 3-phase motors, motor circuit protection, motor control components, VFDs, motor control circuits and industrial power distribution.
Pre-requisite(s):
ECET 116 or MECH 120
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AMTE - 144 PLC Fundamentals and Applications 3
An introduction to the fundamentals of PLC hardware and software, hardware interfacing, HMI design, HMI programming and industrial automation. Topics include relay logic; PLC architectures; addressing; data types; ladder logic programming, PLC system design and documentation and troubleshooting.
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AMTE - 144 PLC: Fundamentals and Applications 3
An introduction to the fundamentals of PLC hardware and software, hardware interfacing, HMI design, HMI programming and industrial automation. Topics include relay logic; PLC architectures; addressing; data types; ladder logic programming, PLC system design and documentation and troubleshooting.
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AMTE - 149 Industrial Electricity and PLC 1
This course was designed to meet the instructional requirements in the area of industrial electricity and PLC for Charleston Electricals’ Journeyman Apprenticeship program. Please see syllabus.
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AMTE - 245 Advanced PLC 3
Additional programming and applications of programmable logic controllers are examined. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques, networking, analog and specialty I/O modules and system troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to specify, implement, configure and maintain complex PLC controlled systems.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTE 144
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AMTE - 261 Industrial Robotics 3
An introduction to the fundamental concepts of industrial robotics. Topics include robot safety; coordinate systems; robot geometry and configuration; manipulator control; sensor systems; path control; multi-axis dynamics; program development and debugging; and robotic work cell design and implementation.
Pre-requisite(s):
Instructor permission
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AMTE - 281 Industrial Troubleshooting 2
A course in system-level troubleshooting as applied to industrial manufacturing systems. Topics include development of systematic troubleshooting methods, measuring and evaluating problems, use and creation of system documentation, failure isolation, root cause analysis, corrective action, evaluating the effects of corrective actions and applications.
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AMTE - 290 Practicum
Special assignment in the manufacturing technology field. Students must make a final presentation and submit a reflective writing assignment based on the field experience. A designated field supervisor and a faculty coordinator will oversee the field experience.
Pre-requisite(s):
Instructor permission
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AMTE - 299 Special Topics
Selected studies in Advanced Manufacturing Technology.
Pre-requisite(s):
Instructor permission
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AMTM - 113 Industrial Mechanics 3
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Introduction to concepts of industrial mechanical systems, principles and equipment. All aspects of the systems, principles and equipment, including rigging, lifting, ladders & scaffolds, hydraulics pneumatics, lubrication, bearings, belts and pulleys, mechanical drives, vibration, alignment and electricity are investigated.
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AMTM - 121 Advanced Piping: Process Plant Layout & Design 2
Includes terminology and concepts needed for equipment layout within the process plant. This includes equipment placement, spacing and orientation. It also includes pipe routing to key equipment nozzles considering operations and maintenance. Topics include design phases, instrumentation, heat exchangers, furnaces, and pipe racks. The topics covered are chosen to prepare for the SPED Professional Piping Designer Level III Certification Exam.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTM 120
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AMTM - 124 Industrial Piping Design 3
An introduction to piping focused on the terminology, concepts and best practices needed for equipment layout within the process plant based on the curriculum of the Society of Piping Engineers and Designers (SPED). Prepare students for the SPED Level I certicication.
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AMTM - 131 Blueprint Reading and Precision Measurement 3
A survey of blueprint reading, semi precision measurement, precision measurement and quality assurance. Topics include systems of measurement; auxiliary views, sectional views, dimensioning, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, casting details, welding details, rules; vernier, dial and digital direct measurement instruments; micrometers; indirect measurements; gage blocks; angular measurement devices; tolerances; fits; geometric dimensions and statistical process control (SPC).
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AMTM - 135 Introduction to Machining 3
An introduction to basic benchwork and machining principles and processes. Covers material properties, job planning, benchwork, layout sawing and cutoff operations, use of the drilling machines to drill, ream, counterbore, countersink, spotface, and tap parts to produce features in accordance to print specifications. Introduces lathes, mills and grinders.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTM 131
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AMTM - 247 Fundamentals of Fluid Power 3
An introduction to fluid power concentrating on industrial pneumatics and hydraulics. Physical properties of hydraulic fluid, concepts of fluid flow and power transformations, hydraulic and pneumatic symbols, unit conversions and circuit reading.
Co-Requisite(s):
MATH 119 MATH 125 MATH 130 or MATH 135 or 19 or higher on MATH ACT
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AMTM - 248 Applications of Fluid Power 3
A course introducing industrial pneumatic hydraulic components and fluid transport devices. Fluid flow and power, volumetric, system operation, evaluation, maintenance and mechanical efficiencies as well as friction within a system.
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AMTM - 251 Manual Milling 3
Setup, applications, and operation of the vertical milling machine. Introduces the commonly performed operations and uses of a variety of cutters, accessories, indicators, center/edge finder, clamping methods, and squaring a block of material on all 6 sides. Includes finding the edge of a work piece, drilling/threading a hole, performing circular cutting operations, and using the boring head to bore holes on manufactured parts to print specifications.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTM 135
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AMTM - 253 Manual Turning 3
Setup, applications, parts, and operation of various types of lathes. Introduces the commonly performed operations of drilling, reaming, counterboring, countersinking, spotfacing, tapping, aligning, parallel turning, facing, filing, knurling, grooving, cutting radii, cutting tapers, and parting on various types of turning machines to produce part features to print specifications.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTM 135
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AMTM - 255 Manual Grinding 3
Setup, applications, and operation of the horizontal spindle/reciprocating table surface grinder to produce parts at extremely close tolerances with improved surface finishes and accuracy. Introduces automatic grinder operations, required setups, operational sequencing, and grinding of angular surfaces on a work piece to print specifications. Covers grinding wheels and abrasives, selecting, balancing, and mounting the grinding wheel, and the methods/machines of surface grinding.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTM 135
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AMTM - 261 CNC Milling 3
Introduction to the operational skills and basic programming techniques required to operate a CNC mill. Topics include coordinates systems; feeds rates and cutting speeds, program structure, G-Codes and M-Codes, canned routines, standard operations, machine operation and applications.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTM 251
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AMTM - 263 CNC Turning 3
Introduction to the operational skills and basic programming techniques required to operate a CNC lathe. Topics include coordinates systems; feeds rates and cutting speeds, program structure, G-Codes and M-Codes, canned routines, standard operations, machine operation and applications.
Pre-requisite(s):
AMTM 253
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AMTM - 280 Mechanical Maintenance Principles 2
This course covers a wide range of mechanical maintenance topics. The assortment of concepts includes topics such as: NDT (vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography), alignment, rigging, lifting, lifting devices, maintenance management and troubleshooting.
Co-Requisite(s):
MATH 119 MATH 125 MATH 130 or MATH 135 or 19 or higher on MATH ACT
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AMTM - 299 Special Topics
Selected studies in Advanced Manufacturing Technology.
Pre-requisite(s):
Instructor permission
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ALHL - 100 CPR/AED/First Aid 0.5
This course is designed to prepare the student for CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. Curriculum will consist of instruction on how and when to use an automated external defibrillator for victims of cardiac arrest, proper techniques of administering CPR to adults, and the appropriate response to sudden illnesses and injuries.
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ALHL - 101 Phlebotomy and Lab 4
A four-credit hour course that prepares students for the National Health career Association (NHA) Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification exam. Students will learn how to safely and proficiently draw blood from patients, evaluate the patients’ ability to withstand the procedure, explain blood-drawing procedure to patients and answer questions, perform basic point of care testing, prepare blood for testing, verify patient and maintain medical equipment. Classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences are used to facilitate student learning. Laboratory and clinical experiences allow for further understanding and practice of learned skills, critical thinking and decision-making. Under direction of a preceptor, students master venipuncture (100 sticks), capillary sticks (25), and other procedures while on clinical rotation at an approved facility. Background checks, drug testing, and proof of immunization are required. CPR/First Aid certification and additional training on clinical site-specific policies may be required. Students will prepare for the CPT exam using the NHA online test prep materials provided. NOTE: Both the classroom instruction and clinical rotation must be completed to receive credit for the course.
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ALHL - 102 Introduction to Health Care 3
This interdisciplinary course introduces students to the medical care system with emphasis on medical specialties, allied health fields, and medical terminology. Major units of the course include the history and evolution of medicine, clinical experiences, the patient’s concerns, medical trends, economics, and the legal and professional aspects of medical care. The course will utilize a programmed text for medical terminology. The course is designed specifically for students enrolled in an allied health discipline but may be taken by others interested in the health professions.
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ALHL - 103 Direct Patient Care 3
This course is designed to provide students interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant with entry level skills most commonly associated with this entry level career title. The students are required to meet professional guidelines as designated by applicable regulatory agencies. Students meeting all academic and attendance requirements will meet the requirements to sit for the West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure & Certification Registry Examination for nursing assistants.
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ALHL - 103 Nursing Assistant 3
This course is designed to provide students interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant with entry level skills most commonly associated with this entry level career title. The students are required to meet professional guidelines as designated by applicable regulatory agencies. Students meeting all academic and attendance requirements will meet the requirements to sit for the West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure & Certification Registry Examination for nursing assistants.
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ALHL - 104 Introduction to Medical Assisting 3
A three-credit hour course consisting of customer service and professionalism; aseptic technique and infection control; instruments used in the clinical and surgical setting; preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments, ethical and legal issues in health care; preparing and maintaining exam rooms; and medical history patient assessment and assisting with the patient exam. Students will complete 8 hours of job shadowing in a health care facility/office.
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ALHL - 105 Medical Terminology 2
This course is intended for allied health students. An introduction to essential components of building a medical vocabulary. Anatomic roots for words denoting body structure, disease process, prefixes, suffixes; Greek and Latin verbal and adjectival derivatives.
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ALHL - 106 Direct Patient Care 2
This course provides instruction in basic direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, assisted living and in-home health. The course includes both lecture and hands-on skill labs in the areas of communication, social interaction, basic nursing skills, personal care skills, basic restorative services, patient rights and understanding dementia.
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ALHL - 107 Direct Patient Care Lab 1
This course is a lab component to ALHL 106 Direct Patient Care and is delivered at a clinical site. Students will demonstrate basic nursing and restorative skills learned in ALHL 106.
Pre-requisite(s):
Pre-requisite or co-requisite ALHL 106
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ALHL - 110 Pharmacology 3
A non-laboratory course intended for allied health majors. Concentration is placed on types and classifications of drugs and their modes of action at the cellular, systemic, and organismal level. It discusses the science of drugs including their origin, nature, properties, composition, indications, contraindications, side effects, and potential long-term effects. Legal and ethical issues, proper documentation and administration of medication as allowed by law are also discussed.
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ALHL - 115 First-Year Clinic 1
This course is intended for medical assisting students. Students will work in an area health care facility under the supervision of preceptor. Emphasis on work ethic.
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ALHL - 120 OSHA for Allied Health 1
A one credit hour non-laboratory course that prepares allied health students for the OSHA 10-hour Healthcare Industry certification. The course provides healthcare specific training regarding recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of Safety and health hazards in the workplace. Topics include Introduction to OSHA Walking Working Surfaces, Emergency Action Plans and Fire Protection, Avoiding Electrocution Hazards, Personal Protective Equipment, Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogens, Ergonomics, Ergonomics: Safe Patient Handling, Safe Driving Practices, Preventing Workplace Violence and Biological Agents and Infection Control.
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ALHL - 124 Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Documentation 3
A three-credit hour course that introduces the student to the importance of the documentation to health care providers, the basic information required to be documented in the medical record, basic medical coding and documentation reuired to support medical codes, potential legal issues related to documentation and appropriate abbreviations for use in the medical record. Students will use web-based electronic medical record (EMR) and practice management (PM) software to document and track patient encounters from check in to check out. Case studies will help students build proficiency and confidence in and EMR/PM environment.
Pre-requisite(s):
ALHL 105 Medical Terminology, ALHL 125 Clinical Office Skills, ATEC 115 Fundamentals of Business Computers
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ALHL - 125 Clinical Office Skills I 3
A three-credit hour course consisting of classroom and laboratory instruction and a clinical rotation to introduce the student to the fundamentals of the Clinical Medical Assistant. Students will learn Customer Service, HIPAA and Professionalism; Aseptic Technique and Infection Control; Instruments Used In The Clinical And Surgical Setting; Preparing And Sterilizing Surgical Instruments; Preparing And Maintaining Exam Rooms; Patient Assessment and Medical History; Assisting With The Patient Exam; Vital Sign Measurement; Radiation Safety; Basic Specimen Collection, Preparing and Administering Medications; Assisting with Minor Office Surgery; and Medical law and Ethics. Laboratory experiences allow for further understanding and practice of learned skills, critical thinking and decision-making. Students MUST complete 45 hours in a health care facility/office under the supervision of a preceptor where they will practice and perfect the clinical skills learned. Background checks, drug testing, and proof of immunization are required. CPR/First Aid certification and additional training on clinical site-specific policies may be required. NOTE: Both the classroom instruction and clinical rotation must be completed to receive credit for the course. This course is a first semester course for Medical Assisting students and will help prepare them for the National Health career Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.
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ALHL - 126 Infection Control for Dental Assistants 4
This course is designed to provide opportunities for the student to develop a sound fundamental background for the practice of dental assisting. The specialized knowledge in the field of dental assisting prepares the student and graduate to contribute to the world of dentistry for today’s changing environment. This course identifies necessary competencies and integrates the curricula to support these outcomes to produce a dental assistant who is a vital member of the dental health team. Successful completers will be eligible to sit for the DANB Infection Control Certification exam.
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ALHL - 127 Introduction to Dental Radiology 5
This course is designed to provide opportunities for the student to develop a sound fundamental background for the practice of dental assisting. The specialized knowledge in the field of dental assisting prepares the student and graduate to contribute to the world of dentistry for today’s changing environment. This course identifies necessary competencies and integrates the curricula to support these outcomes to produce a dental assistant who is a vital member of the dental health team. Successful completers will be eligible to sit for the DANB Radiology Certification exam.
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ALHL - 128 Chairside for Dental Assisting 4
This course is designed to provide opportunities for the student to develop a sound fundamental background for the practice of dental assisting. The specialized knowledge in the field of dental assisting prepares the student and graduate to contribute to the world of dentistry for today’s changing environment. This course identifies necessary competencies and integrates the curricula to support these outcomes to produce a dental assistant who is a vital member of the dental health team.
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ALHL - 130 Legal Concepts in Health Care 2
This course is intended for allied health students. An introduction to legal guidelines and requirements for allied health professionals; topics include health care laws, scope of practice, risk management, informed consent, documentation, and malpractice.
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ALHL - 140 Seminar I 1
This course is intended for students who are graduating with a one-year certificate in phlebotomy. Covers the selection of clinical rotation placements and weekly reports. Topics include programmatic and college exit assessments and career preparation, business meeting format, agendas, and meeting minutes. Presentations and portfolio are required.
Pre-requisite(s):
ALHL 110
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ALHL - 199 Special Topics in Allied Health 13 -
Independent study of topic(s) pertinent to the profession of medical assisting or the allied health field.
Pre-requisite(s):
Consent of Instructor
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ALHL - 201 Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology for Allied Health 4
A 4- hour course for allied health students that focuses on both human anatomy and physiology and medical terminology. Students will learn the structure and function of the human body systems including cells and tissues, organs, systems and the body as a whole. Students will also learn anatomical positions and body directions, planes and quadrants. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions, in both health and disease. Principles of medical terminology will be incorporated into each body stem to help increase understanding of the body systems. Medical terminology will focus on familiarizing the student with the language of medicine through the study of prefixes, suffixes, combining forms and root words. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. The laboratory component of this course provides additional exploration of the human body systems in both health and disease and will include hands-on and computer assisted instruction.
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ALHL - 203 EKG/ECG Technician 4
A four-credit hour course that prepares students for the National Health career Association (NHA) EKG Technician certification exam (CET). Students will learn how to safely and proficiently set up and administer EKGs and stress tests, prepare patients for Holter monitoring, edit and deliver final test results to providers for analysis, schedule appointments and transcribe provider’s interpretations, Classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences are used to facilitate student learning. Laboratory and clinical experiences allow for further understanding and practice of learned skills, critical thinking and decision making. Students must successfully perform 25 EKGs on live patients. Background checks, drug testing, and proof of immunization are required. CPR/First Aid certification and additional training on clinical site-specific policies may be required. Students will prepare for the CET exam using the NHA online test prep materials provided. NOTE: Both the classroom instruction and clinical rotation must be completed to receive credit for the course.
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ALHL - 205 Clinical Skills 2
This course is intended for medical assisting students and will discuss basic sterilization techniques and asepsis control; preparing and maintaining treatment areas, instruments, and equipment; taking vital signs and patient histories; maintaining patient records; and patient education and instruction.
Pre-requisite(s):
ALHL 105
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ALHL - 210 Clinical Skills II and Documentation 3
A three-credit hour course that allows Medical Assistant students to apply and document the clinical skills learned in Clinical Office Skills I to common diseases, conditions and disorders related to each body system/medical specialty across the life span. Instruction will include etiology, symptoms, common diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and basic documentation as well as medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations. Students, will use a web-based electronic medical record (EMR) and practice management (PM) software to document and track patient encounters from check in to check out, Case studies will help students build proficiency and confidence in an EMR/PM environment, this course will help prepare Medical Assisting students for the National Healthcare Association (NHA) Certified clinical Medical Assistant CCMA certification.
Pre-requisite(s):
ALHL 125
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ALHL - 220 Medical Assisting Capstone Course 3 ILO 4
This three-credit hour course is intended for students who are graduating in Medical Assisting and focuses on the clinical experience, portfolio submission and preparing for the National Health career Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. Students will compete 120 hours in an area health care facility under the direction of a preceptor. Background checks, drug testing, and proof of immunization are required. CPR/First Aid certification and additional training on clinical site-specific policies may be required. Students will prepare and submit the general education portfolio as required for graduation. Students will prepare for the CCMA exam using the NHA online test prep material provided.
Pre-requisite(s):
ALHL 110 ALHL 201 ALHL 125
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ALHL - 225 Seminar II 1
This course is intended for students who are graduating with a two-year degree in medical assisting. This is supervised on-the-job training totaling 160 clock hours in an area health care facility under the direction of a preceptor. Background checks, drug testing, current CPR/First Aid certification, TB testing, and additional training on site-specific policies may be required.
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ALHL - 299 Special Topics in Allied Health 13 -
Independent study of topic(s) pertinent to the profession of medical assisting or the allied health field.
Pre-requisite(s):
Consent of Instructor
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EMST - 110 EMS Preparatory 2
This course is an introduction to advanced pre-hospital care with an emphasis on roles and responsibilities of the advanced provider, his/her well-being, workforce safety, medical/ethics/legal aspects of pre-hospital care in the field, public health, documentation, EMS systems, EMS operations, communication, introduction to rescue awareness, introductions to crime scene awareness, and critical thinking in the pre-hospital setting.
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EMST - 114 Pharmacology for EMS Professional I 2
This course will focus on the skill necessary for safe and therapeutic drug therapy for advanced pre-hospital providers. Emphasis is placed on drug identification and classification, pharmacological actions, side effects, appropriate dosing, drug interactions, guideline for use of drugs, safety alerts, and pre-hospital implications, medication administration, drug calculations, as well as the legal and ethical considerations of pharmacology. This course will also discuss pharmacokinetic principles as it relates to physiologic and pathophysiologic problems across the lifespan. Psychomotor skills will be evaluated in the skills lab.
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EMST - 116 Advanced Medical Emergencies I 4
This course is designed to teach techniques of patient history taking, physical examinations, patient assessment, clinical decision making, communication, and documentation in the pre-hospital setting. This course will also review principles of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, advanced life support monitoring, treatments, and interventions, including airway management, for general medical conditions, at the Advanced EMT level. Extensive lab time will be spent on learning and practicing these skills. Co-Requisite: EMST 120.
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EMST - 118 Advanced Trauma Emergencies I 4
This course is designed to teach techniques of patient history taking, physical examinations, patient assessment, clinical decision making, communication, documentation and time management for patients with traumatic injuries. This course will also review principles of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology of shock and trauma patients and the appropriate treatments, including airway management, at the Advanced EMT level. Extensive lab time will be spent on learning and practicing these skills. Co-requisite: EMST 120.
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EMST - 120 Clinical I 3
The student rotates throughout various sites in the clinical/field setting, completing their direct experience with patients while developing proficiencies in performing advanced life support procedures and assessment based patient management at the AEMT level. Students will have the opportunity to observe and apply their accomplished skills and competencies from EMST 116 and 118 with a supervising clinical site preceptor. This course will also provide the student the opportunity to work with simulated real life situations that require the knowledge learned in this course. Skill evaluations will be assessed accordingly and recorded in the students Master Portfolio.
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MLAB - 101 Intro to Med Lab Technology 2
This course will cover the various sections of the laboratory, including clinical chemistry, hematology, immunology, immunohematology, clinical microbiology, serology and urinalysis. The course will also provide an introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science as a discipline, including quality control and laboratory math, accreditation and certification, laboratory safety and knowledge of basic laboratory equipment.
Must have completed GNST 115 College Succes and Career Exploration in Health5 week course. This MLT course will continue for the next 9 weeks of the semester.
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ASLI - 111 American Sign Language I 3
This course focuses on the development of knowledge and language skills needed for communicating with deaf people who sign. Focus on numbers, fingerspelling, and culture of the deaf.
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ASLI - 112 American Sign Language II 3
Continued development of knowledge and language skills for communicating for deaf people who sign. Includes numbers, fingerspelling and culture. Emphasis on enhancement of receptive skills and continued development of expressive sign skills. Application of rudimentary, syntactical and grammatical structures stressed with continued development of sign vocabulary.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 111
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ASLI - 113 Intermediate American Sign Language 3
Continuation of ASLI 112 . This course is grounded in contemporary language theories that balance grammar instruction and conversational skills while developing language proficiency. This course focuses on prosodic language development via expressive narratives, utilizing exercises that reach multiple learning styles, along with scope and sequence topics mimic natural conversation. This course focuses on highlighting the differences between ASLI and English and making cultural and linguistic uniqueness of the deaf world accessible.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 111 and ASLI 112 or EIPA performance score of 3.5 or higher
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ASLI - 121 Educational Interpreting as a Career 1
Interpreting as a Career will prepare students for interpreting business practices according to state guidelines and school policies. This class will enhance students’ knowledge of educational interpreting principles while following the Educational Interpreter Guidelines. This class focuses on the interpreting model theories, invoices, portfolios, invoice keeping and professional business practices for those interpreters on contract in school systems and at the same time prepares students for professional business practices while adhering to interpreting guidelines, school policies and procedures.
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INTP - 261 VRS & Video Remote Interpreting 3
This course introduces students to Video Remote Interpreting and Video Relay Interpreting. It consists of the history of VRI and VRS as a field of professional practice. It covers the call opening, middle and closing, call management, special populations, cultural considerations, register, affect, current technology, ethical considerations, federal and state governing rules, and similarities and differences between VRI and VRS. Vicarious trauma, self-care, and team interpreting topics will be included. Practical application will be made through real-time phone calls. Community interpreting will also be discussed.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 112, ENGL 101/101E, & ASLI 131
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Art |
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ARTS - 110 ~ Music Appreciation 3
Music appreciation is a basic course that focuses on listening to, appreciating and analyzing music of Western and American heritage. It is designed to enhance the student’s understanding and enjoyment of music.
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ARTS - 120 ~ Art Appreciation 3
This course is intended to be a first level introductory art course for the beginning art student, as well as the student seeking humanities elective in the visual arts. The student’s appreciation of art will be developed through aesthetics, disciplines, critical evaluations, projects, history and attendance at a real or virtual art show.
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Biology |
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BIOL - 101 ~ General Biology 3 ILO 2
A one-semester course focusing on introductory biological principles and designed primarily for nonscience majors. Course topics include the chemical basis of life, cellular and molecular biology, genetics, diversity of life, evolution, and ecology.
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
(ENGL 101E Eligible)
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BIOL - 102 ~ General Biology Lab 1 ILO 2
Laboratory activities will be demonstrated by faculty and experiments will be conducted by students to reinforce concepts introduced during lecture. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 101 or passed BIOL 101 with a C or better within the last three (3) academic years required.
Co-Requisite(s):
BIOL 101
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BIOL - 199 Special Topics
Special topics relating to biology.
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BIOL - 201 ~ Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 ILO 2
BIOL 201 Human A and P I is the first in a two-course sequence. The course begins with a foundation of structural organization, basic chemistry, and the study of cells and tissues, and progresses to include structures and functions of human body systems. Body systems covered in this course include the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. The laboratory component of this course provides a learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology, and will include histologic examinations, physiological modeling, hands-on and computer assisted instruction and dissections to emphasize topics covered in the lecture.
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
(ENGL 101E Eligible)
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BIOL - 202 ~ Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 ILO 2
BIOL 202 Human A and P II is the second in a two-course sequence. This course builds on a foundation of concepts covered in Human A and P I. Body systems covered in this course include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. In addition, metabolism, fluid, electrolyte, acid/base balance, and development are also covered. Special emphasis will be placed upon principles of physiology including homeostasis, metabolic pathways, and negative feedback regulation of the body’s parameters. The cause-and-effect mechanisms of the human body will be examined as they apply to cells, tissues, organs, and body systems in the healthy state. The laboratory component of this course provides a learning experience for exploration of anatomical structures and physiological processes and will include histologic examinations at both the macroscopic and microscopic levels, physiological modeling, hands-on and computer assisted instruction and dissections to emphasize topics covered in the lecture.
Pre-requisite(s):
BIOL 201 Human A&P with a C or better
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BIOL - 210 ~ Human Anatomy and Physiology 3 ILO 2
This course will explore the principles of human anatomy and physiology beginning with the cell and progressing to tissues and body systems. Anatomical exploration of the human body will include the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems and may include genetics and human development. Human anatomical development from conception to across the life span will be synthesized within the course content and correct human anatomical terminology utilization will be expected throughout. The cause-and-effect mechanisms of the human body will be examined as they apply to cells, tissues, organs, and body systems in the healthy state. Physiological exploration of the human body will include the nervous, sensory, endocrine, muscular, hematology, circulatory, immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and male and female reproductive systems, pregnancy & growth and development.
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
(ENGL 101E Eligible)
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BIOL - 210L Anatomy and Physiology Lab 1 ILO 2
The corresponding lab course for Human and Anatomy BIOL 210 is intended to provide a mix of various types of learning. Proper recording and analysis of data collected is expected, along with the recall and understanding of facts, patterns, principles, terminology, and conventions as pertaining to human anatomy and physiology. The human body systems to be studied may include the nervous, sensory, endocrine, muscular, hematology, circulatory, immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and male and female reproductive systems, pregnancy and growth and development. A mammalian dissection is required as part of this course.
Pre-requisite(s):
BIOL 210 concurrently or within the last 3 years with a “C” or better.
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BIOL - 230 ~ Principles of Microbiology 3 ILO 2
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the biology of microorganisms and viruses. Special attention will be given to microorganism and viruses of medical importance. Course topics will include cellular structures and functions, biochemical processes, replication, genetics, disease prevention and control, and immunology.
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
ENGL 101E eligible
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BIOL - 231 ~ Principles of Microbiology Lab 1 ILO 2
Students will perform laboratory exercises to reinforce lecture concepts. Laboratory exercises will include principles of asepsis, identification of common microbes, study of bacterial physiology, cellular staining. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 230 or passed BIOL 230 with a C or better within the last three (3) academic years is required.
Co-Requisite(s):
BIOL 230
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BIOL - 245 Nutrition and Diet Therapy 3 ILO 2
This course will review the principles of basic nutrition and diet therapy. The requirements of a healthy diet will be discussed as it occurs across the human life span. Selected dietary alterations associated with nutritional health will be reviewed including sports nutrition, eating disorders, diabetes, CVD, obesity, bone health, and cancer.
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ or Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+ and ACT Math 14+ or Accuplacer Arithmetic 40+
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BIOL - 299 Special Topics
Special topics course relating to biology.
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BREW - 100 Craft Beverage Safety & Sanitation 3
This course will concern itself with the policies and procedures pertaining to sanitation in the brewing and distilling industry. Topics of study will include the motivating factors, strategies, procedures, materials, and techniques employed in the planning and execution of brewery and distillery production facility sanitation programs.
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BREW - 101 Introduction to Brewing 3
This course will concern itself with the distinguishing characteristics of craft breweries and the beers they produce. Topics of study will include the various raw materials and ingredients, brewing facility production equipment and processes employed in the brewing of beer, as well as the diversity of beer styles produced.
Co-Requisite(s):
BREW 100
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BREW - 150 Applied Brewing Operations 3
This course will concern itself with the hands-on performance of typical brewery operations procedures. NOTE: This course will involve activities in an industrial setting, students will be required to obtain and use OSHA approved safety equipment to include safety glasses, crush-resistant, slip-resistant Footwear
Pre-requisite(s):
BREW 100 BREW 101
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