Mar 28, 2024  
Spring 2010 Course Catalog 
    
Spring 2010 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
Students should consult an academic advisor when selecting courses to satisfy program requirements. Program Core Curricula require a combination of specific courses and elective courses. Click for details about how to select course that will Satisfy Core Electives . Click for a listing of the current SUNY General Education Requirements .

 

Radiologic Technology

  
  • RAD 243 - Clinical Education VI

    2 credits

    A continuation of Clinical Education V. Continued progression of radiographic procedures.Total hrs. 480 off campus.Prerequisite: All 1st year and 2nd year Radiologic Technology Courses and Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Clinical Education I, II, III, IV & V, Cross Sectional Anatomy and Radiation Biology.Offered summer semester.
  
  • RAD 245A - Radiologic Science Patient Care

    2 credits

    This course provides the student with the basic concepts of patient care, including consideration of the physical and psychological needs of the patient. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, patient care and safety, drug administration, vital signs, infection control procedures and venipuncture. The role of the radiographer in patient education is identified.Class Hours: 2Prerequisite: Acceptance to Radiologic Technology Curriculum.Offered fall semester.
  
  • RAD 246 - Radiation Protection

    1 credits

    Introduction to radiation units, radiation sources and levels, radiation protection guidelines, and protection of the patient, public, and radiographer. Radiation detection equipment, personnel monitoring and applicable federal and state laws governing radiation dose limits is discussed.Class Hours: 1Prerequisite: Acceptance to Radiologic Technology Curriculum.Offered fall semester.

Reading and Study Skills

  
  • COLSC 101 - College Success

    3 credits

    This is an elective course designed to help students develop skills that are essential for academic and personal success. The course applies theory and practice from many academic disciplines. Students have the opportunity to apply these techniques to the tasks they face as college freshmen. Emphasis is on critical thinking, success strategies, goal setting, learning and memory theory, and study skills, with an emphasis on appreciation for cultural diversity.Class Hours: 3
  
  • READ 003 - Foundations of College Reading (Formerly College Reading & Study Skills)

    0 credits

    This course is designed to help students improve the reading comprehension skills, critical thinking skills, and study strategies needed to achieve a college-level reading proficiency and to succeed in college work. Students learn efficient textbook reading strategies and develop a college-level vocabulary. Literal comprehension is emphasized. Students are required to complete fifteen hours of work in the Academic Support Center over the course of the semester. Students are assigned to Foundations of College Reading based on the results of the placement exam.Class Hours: 3Offered every semester.
  
  • READ 105 - Analytical Reading (Formerly Advanced Reading)

    3 credits

    This course is designed to improve students’ reading efficiency and analytical reading ability as needed to successfully read advanced college-level material and to become lifelong readers. Critical comprehension skills, such as making inferences, distinguishing between facts and opinions, and making critical judgments, are emphasized. This course focuses on helping students to improve reading rate and reading flexibility. These skills are designed to be applicable to texts in other college courses.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: READ 003 Foundations of College Reading, or appropriate placement score.Offered every semester.

Respiratory Care

  
  • RESP 101A - Respiratory Care I

    5 credits

    Provides theoretical knowledge and practical application of basic patient care, proper hospital decorum, organization and management of a respiratory care department, professional ethics and issues. Principles and procedures include medical gas delivery systems and related technology, aerosol therapy, medical records, oxygen analysis, chest physical therapy, and basic blood gas interpretation. Pathological conditions requiring the aforementioned therapeutic modalities also are addressed. Laboratory practicums include auscultation, patient body mechanics and positioning, basic physical assessment, sphygmomanometry, cylinders and piping systems, regulators and flow meters, O2 therapy, aerosol therapy, pulse oximetry, bedside spirometry, computer applications in Respiratory Care, and aerosol/humidity generators.Class Hours: 5Lab Hours: 4Corequisite: RESP 141 Clinical Experience I.Offered fall semester.
  
  • RESP 102 - Respiratory Care I Lab

    2 credits

    Provides theoretical knowledge and practical application of basic patient care, proper hospital decorum, organization and management of a respiratory care department, professional ethics and issues. Principles and procedures include medical gas delivery systems and related technology, aerosol therapy, medical records, oxygen analysis, chest physical therapy, and basic blood gas interpretation. Pathological conditions requiring the aforementioned therapeutic modalities also are addressed. Laboratory practicums include auscultation, patient body mechanics and positioning, basic physical assessment, sphygmomanometry, cylinders and piping systems, regulators and flow meters, O2 therapy, aerosol therapy, pulse oximetry, bedside spirometry, computer applications in Respiratory Care, and aerosol/humidity generators.Class Hours: 5Lab Hours: 4Corequisite: RESP 141 Clinical Experience I.Offered fall semester.
  
  • RESP 103A - Respiratory Care II

    5 credits

    The principles of infection control and equipment decontamination, advanced patient assessment. Coverage of indications, contraindications, hazards, precautions, rationale and techniques of IPPB, and incentive spirometry. Introduction to continuous mechanical ventilation and basic monitoring of the patient on a ventilator. Certification in BLS-C, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is accomplished in this course as well. The last section of the course encompasses the utilization of all artificial airways including types, insertion, maintenance, complications, removal, and after care. Laboratory practicums include administration of IPPB treatments, incentive spirometry treatments, decontamination, re-assembly and packaging of equipment, and isolation procedures. Assembly of mechanical ventilators, mannequin performance of infant, child, and adult CPR/FBAO, insertion of artificial airways, tracheal aspiration, cuff management, and manual ventilation. The student is also introduced to fiberoptic bronchoscopy. May be taken for Honors.Class Hours: 5Lab Hours: 4Prerequisite: RESP 101A Respiratory Care I and RESP 141 Clinical Experience I.Corequisite: RESP 104 Lab and RESP 143 Clinical II.Offered spring semester.
  
  • RESP 104 - Respiratory Care II Lab

    2 credits

    The principles of infection control and equipment decontamination, advanced patient assessment. Coverage of indications, contraindications, hazards, precautions, rationale and techniques of IPPB, and incentive spirometry. Introduction to continuous mechanical ventilation and basic monitoring of the patient on a ventilator. Certification in BLS-C, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is accomplished in this course as well. The last section of the course encompasses the utilization of all artificial airways including types, insertion, maintenance, complications, removal, and after care. Laboratory practicums include administration of IPPB treatments, incentive spirometry treatments, decontamination, re-assembly and packaging of equipment, and isolation procedures. Assembly of mechanical ventilators, mannequin performance of infant, child, and adult CPR/FBAO, insertion of artificial airways, tracheal aspiration, cuff management, and manual ventilation. The student is also introduced to fiberoptic bronchoscopy. May be taken for Honors.Class Hours: 5Lab Hours: 4Prerequisite: RESP 101A Respiratory Care I and RESP 141 Clinical Experience I.Corequisite: RESP 104 Lab and RESP 143 Clinical II.Offered spring semester.
  
  • RESP 141 - Clinical Experience I

    1 credits

    Initial hospital introduction and application of material covered in Respiratory Care I. Clinical Education is provided by credentialed, college, clinical faculty. Evaluations include the cognitive, psycho-motor, and affective domains.Total hrs. 75Corequisite: RESP 101A Respiratory Care I.Offered fall semester.
  
  • RESP 143 - Clinical Experience II

    1 credits

    Application of theory and practice of material covered in Respiratory Care I & II. Clinical education is provided by credentialed, college, clinical faculty. Evaluations include the cognitive, psycho-motor, and affective domains.Total hrs. 120Prerequisite: RESP 141 Clinical Experience I. Offered spring semester.Corequisite: RESP 103A Respiratory Care II.
  
  • RESP 145 - Summer Clinical Experience I

    1 credits

    Clinical application of theory and practice of material covered in Respiratory Care I & II. Clinical education is provided by credentialed, college, clinical faculty. Evaluations include the cognitive, psycho-motor, and affective domains.Total hrs. 200Prerequisite: RESP 103A Respiratory Care II and RESP 143 Clinical II.Offered summer session.
  
  • RESP 201A - Respiratory Care III

    6 credits

    The drawing and analysis of blood gases, their interpretation, blood gas physiology and pathophysiology, as well as the applicable instrumentation. Also covered is complete pulmonary function testing, including body plethysmography, spirometry, diffusion, and lung volumes. The setup, operation, and maintenance of equipment, as well as interpretation of data and its application to patient care. The final segment of this course covers the causes, diagnosis, and management of Acute Respiratory Failure. Emphasis is placed on the care of the patient requiring continuous mechanical ventilation and the patient-ventilator interface. Laboratory practicums include arterial punctures, arterial and venous vascular line maintenance, maintenance and proficiency testing of blood gas analyzers, flow-volume loops, carbon monoxide diffusion tests, lung volumes including FRC, ventilator circuit changes, application of contemporary ventilators to lung simulators, trouble-shooting patient-ventilator alarm situations, adjustment of ventilator parameters to specific clinical conditions, and critical care bedside spirometry. May be taken for Honors.Class Hours: 6Lab Hours: 4Prerequisite: RESP 103A Respiratory Care II, RESP 143 Clinical II, and RESP 145 Summer Clinical I.Corequisite: RESP 202A Lab and RESP 241 Clinical III.Offered fall semester.
  
  • RESP 202A - Respiratory Care III Lab

    2 credits

    The drawing and analysis of blood gases, their interpretation, blood gas physiology and pathophysiology, as well as the applicable instrumentation. Also covered is complete pulmonary function testing, including body plethysmography, spirometry, diffusion, and lung volumes. The setup, operation, and maintenance of equipment, as well as interpretation of data and its application to patient care. The final segment of this course covers the causes, diagnosis, and management of Acute Respiratory Failure. Emphasis is placed on the care of the patient requiring continuous mechanical ventilation and the patient-ventilator interface. Laboratory practicums include arterial punctures, arterial and venous vascular line maintenance, maintenance and proficiency testing of blood gas analyzers, flow-volume loops, carbon monoxide diffusion tests, lung volumes including FRC, ventilator circuit changes, application of contemporary ventilators to lung simulators, trouble-shooting patient-ventilator alarm situations, adjustment of ventilator parameters to specific clinical conditions, and critical care bedside spirometry. May be taken for Honors.Class Hours: 6Lab Hours: 4Prerequisite: RESP 103A Respiratory Care II, RESP 143 Clinical II, and RESP 145 Summer Clinical I.Corequisite: RESP 202A Lab and RESP 241 Clinical III.Offered fall semester.
  
  • RESP 203A - Respiratory Care IV

    6 credits

    Covers invasive and non- invasive monitoring of the critically ill patient. Invasive studies include cardiac catheterization, arterial cannulation, and related hemodynamic monitoring. Non-invasive studies include oximetry, capnography, ECG monitoring and transcutaneous gas analysis. An intubation rotation is conducted where students develop proficiency in both intubation and extubation techniques. Neonatal and pediatric critical care, as well as general care, is covered, including high-risk delivery and transport, hyaline membrane disease, BPD, PFC, and other cardio-pulmonary dysfunctions peculiar to this population. The final segment of the course covers home care and rehabilitation. Laboratory practicums include application of an ECG arrhythmia simulator to an oscilloscope for interpretation and intervention; setup and maintenance of pulmonary artery catheters; interpretation of cardiovascular pressures; end-tidal CO2 analysis; VQ determinations; intubation/extubations on manikins; treadmill stress-testing; application, maintenance, and trouble-shooting of infant ventilators; infant CPAP devices and O2 hoods. Studies in this area include stress testing and patient education as well as rehabilitative procedures. May be taken for Honors.Class Hours: 6Lab Hours: 4Prerequisite: RESP 201A Respiratory Care III and RESP 241 Clinical III.Corequisite: RESP 204A Lab and RESP 243 Clinical IV.Offered spring semester.
  
  • RESP 204A - Respiratory Care IV Lab

    2 credits

    Covers invasive and non- invasive monitoring of the critically ill patient. Invasive studies include cardiac catheterization, arterial cannulation, and related hemodynamic monitoring. Non-invasive studies include oximetry, capnography, ECG monitoring and transcutaneous gas analysis. An intubation rotation is conducted where students develop proficiency in both intubation and extubation techniques. Neonatal and pediatric critical care, as well as general care, is covered, including high-risk delivery and transport, hyaline membrane disease, BPD, PFC, and other cardio-pulmonary dysfunctions peculiar to this population. The final segment of the course covers home care and rehabilitation. Laboratory practicums include application of an ECG arrhythmia simulator to an oscilloscope for interpretation and intervention; setup and maintenance of pulmonary artery catheters; interpretation of cardiovascular pressures; end-tidal CO2 analysis; VQ determinations; intubation/extubations on manikins; treadmill stress-testing; application, maintenance, and trouble-shooting of infant ventilators; infant CPAP devices and O2 hoods. Studies in this area include stress testing and patient education as well as rehabilitative procedures. May be taken for Honors.Class Hours: 6Lab Hours: 4Prerequisite: RESP 201A Respiratory Care III and RESP 241 Clinical III.Corequisite: RESP 204A Lab and RESP 243 Clinical IV.Offered spring semester.
  
  • RESP 206 - Case Presentations

    1 credits

    Seminar discussion with a physician concerning patient’s care. These discussions include: disease mechanism, clinical appearance and management, as well as respiratory care implications. Cases include the major cardiopulmonary diseases to supplement those covered in the cardiopulmonary pathology class.Class Hours: 2Prerequisite: Successful completion of Respiratory Care III, Clinical Experience III and Cardiopulmonary Pathology.Offered spring semester.
  
  • RESP 241 - Clinical Experience III

    2 credits

    Application of theory and practice of material covered in Respiratory Care I, II & III. Clinical education is provided by the college’s credentialed, clinical faculty. Evaluations include the cognitive, psycho-motor, and affective domains.Total hrs. 180Prerequisite: RESP 145 Summer Clinical Experience I.Corequisite: RESP 201A Respiratory Care III.Offered fall semester.
  
  • RESP 243 - Clinical Experience IV

    2 credits

    Application of theory and practice of material covered in Respiratory Care I, II, III & IV. Clinical education is provided by the college’s credentialed, clinical faculty. Evaluations include the cognitive, psycho-motor, and affective domains.Total hrs. 180Prerequisite: RESP 241 Clinical Experience III.Corequisite: RESP 203A Respiratory Care IV.Offered spring semester.
  
  • RESP 245 - Summer Clinical Experience II

    2 credits

    Clinical application of theory and practice of material covered in Respiratory Care III & IV. Clinical education is provided by the college’s credentialed, clinical faculty. Evaluations include the cognitive, psycho-motor, and affective domains. Physician input is an integral component of this course. Includes daily sessions as well as weekly NBRC-type exams to prepare for credentialing exams.** A series of NBRC exams must be successfully completed in this course in order to pass the course. Total hrs. 200Prerequisite: RESP 203A Respiratory Care IV and RESP 243 Clinical IV. Offered summer semester.

Social Science

  
  • SS 101 - Introduction to Behavioral Science

    3 elective credits

    This course analyzes the cultural institutions of the United States; the nature of culture, its integration, and the forces which create change; social dynamism, personality formation and interaction; the family, intergroup tensions, education, and religion.The course utilizes the scientific method in viewing culture as learned behavior. This course is designed as a foundation or “bridge” course prior to enrollment in the range of behavioral science courses.Class Hours: 3
  
  • SS 102 - Introduction to Social Science

    3 elective credits

    Analysis of the political institutions of the United States; the foundations of economic theory; micro and macro economics; the political and economic aspects of the global arena and basic geographic concepts.This course is designed as a foundation or “bridge” course prior to enrollment in the range of social science courses and cannot be used to satisfy Social Science core requirements.Class Hours: 3
  
  • SS 110 - Liberal Arts/Social Science Internship - A

    1 credits

    Students in the Liberal Arts/Social Sciences Curriculum intern at facilities appropriate to these disciplines. Each internship consists of a paid or unpaid workplace experience. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with a faculty advisor and written assignments are required.Students must receive written permission of the Department/Curriculum Chair to register for this course. (1 to 3 behavioral or social science credits). Internship hours (80 hrs/semester)Prerequisite: Liberal Arts/Social Science major, completed 9 credits in major and a minimum of one course in the discipline area of the internship, GPA of 2.75+, and LA/SS faculty recommendation to the Department/Curriculum Chair.
  
  • SS 112 - Liberal Arts/Social Science Internship - B

    2 credits

    Students in the Liberal Arts/Social Sciences Curriculum intern at facilities appropriate to these disciplines. Each internship consists of a paid or unpaid workplace experience. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with a faculty advisor and written assignments are required.Students must receive written permission of the Department/Curriculum Chair to register for this course. (1 to 3 behavioral or social science credits). Internship hours (160 hrs/semester)Prerequisite: Liberal Arts/Social Science major, completed 9 credits in major and a minimum of one course in the discipline area of the internship, GPA of 2.75+, and LA/SS faculty recommendation to the Department/Curriculum Chair.
  
  • SS 114 - Liberal Arts/Social Science Internship - C

    3 credits

    Students in the Liberal Arts/Social Sciences Curriculum intern at facilities appropriate to these disciplines. Each internship consists of a paid or unpaid workplace experience. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with a faculty advisor and written assignments are required.Students must receive written permission of the Department/Curriculum Chair to register for this course. (1 to 3 behavioral or social science credits). Internship hours (240 hrs/semester).Prerequisite: Liberal Arts/Social Science major, completed 9 credits in major and a minimum of one course in the discipline area of the internship, GPA of 2.75+, and LA/SS faculty recommendation to the Department/Curriculum Chair.
  
  • SS 120H - Great Trials — Honors

    3 credits

    This course exposes students to some of the most celebrated trials in the world. The exploration starts with the trials of Socrates, then the trial of Joan of Arc and Galileo. Many other famous trials are studied—these may include Salem Witchcraft Trial, the Scopes Trials, the Nuremberg Trial, the Trial of Nelson Mandela, and the Tiananmen Square Dissidents Trial.Other regular courses offering an Honors Option (for information, see instructor or go to the Honors Corner, LIB, 2nd floor): ACC 204 Intermediate Accounting II BIOL 115 General Biology I BIOL 117 General Biology II BIOL 236 Human Genetics COMSC 108 .NET GUI Development COMSC 210 Introduction to Data Structure HSERV 201 Methods in the Helping Process HSERV 208 Case Management ITAL 201 Intermediate Italian I ITAL 202 Intermediate Italian II ADN 120 ADN-Nursing I ADN 131 ADN-Nursing II ADN 221 ADN-Nursing III PNA 107A Nursing PNA II PNA 201 Nursing III PNA 207 Nursing IV MUSIC 129 Music Theory 1 MUSIC 197S History of Jazz RESP 103A Respiratory Care II RESP 201A Respiratory Care III RESP 203A Respiratory Care IVClass Hours: 3

Sociology

  
  • SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology

    3 Behavioral Science credits

    Basic theories and concepts relating to the study of groups in human society are studied. Emphasis is placed on the concept of culture; the reciprocal relationships of culture and the individual. It is designed to introduce interested students to the basic principles of this discipline.Class Hours: 3
  
  • SOC 101H - Introduction to Sociology-Honors

    4 Behavioral Science credits

    This Honors course should appeal to students who are curious about the nature of the social world and who want to participate in a challenging academic environment that sharpens their analytical skills. Students are introduced to the basic principles of sociology and the concept of culture, to important primary texts, and to the challenge of independent research on contemporary issues and problems.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: ENG 101 Composition and Literature I.
  
  • SOC 102 - Marriage and the Family

    3 Behavioral Science credits

    This course provides an exploration of the interpersonal dynamics and changing institutional structures of the family. Topics covered include dating, preparation for marriage, role expectations, communication, family interaction, the future of the nuclear family and alternative family structures. The course is designed for any student with an interest in the area.Class Hours: 3
  
  • SOC 103 - Social Problems

    3 Behavioral Science credits

    This course provides an analysis and discussion of contemporary social problems, their historical roots and structural causes: crime, delinquency, poverty, ethnic relations, war, family, student unrest and bureaucracy. It is designed to provide students with a critical ability to look beneath current situations in order to discover their causes and roots.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology.
  
  • SOC 104 - Urban Sociology

    3 Behavioral Science credits

    This course provides an examination and analysis of the city; the history of the city; the process of urbanization, ecological patterning and urban social structure; and the “third world” urban culture and personality. It is designed for the student with some background in sociology to provide a more specific working knowledge of basic concepts and current problems along with their underlying roots and causes.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology.
  
  • SOC 106 - Pluralism in America

    3 credits

    This course explores the many ethnic groups that make up the diversity in American life. These include Latinos, Asians, African-Americans, and various European groups. Theories of assimilation and cultural pluralism are also explored.Class Hours: 3

Spanish

  
  • SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish I

    4 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    This introductory course for students of Spanish develops the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It introduces basic vocabulary and grammar and provides opportunities for students to enhance their understanding and appreciation of the Hispanic culture.No more than one year of high school Spanish.Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 1Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  • SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II

    4 humanities,modern language or elective credits

    Continuation of Elementary Spanish I.No more than three years of high school Spanish.Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 1Prerequisite: SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I or SPAN 103 Beginning Spanish Conversation I.Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  • SPAN 103 - Beginning Spanish Conversation I

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    This basic conversation course for beginners emphasizes the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing, using real-life situations.Class Hours: 3Offered fall, spring and summer semesters.
  
  • SPAN 104 - Beginning Spanish Conversation II

    3 humanities, modern language or electives credits

    Continuation of SPAN 103 Beginning Spanish Conversation I, SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I or equivalent.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: SPAN 103 Beginning Spanish Conversation I, SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I or equivalent.Offered fall, spring and summer semesters.
  
  • SPAN 106 - Spanish Grammar and Composition I (For native Spanish speakers)

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    Designed for Spanish-speaking students, this course places emphasis on the improvement of reading and writing skills in the business world by enhancing letter writing and electronic correspondence.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: Native Spanish speakers or equivalent background in the language.Offered fall semester.
  
  • SPAN 107 - Spanish Grammar and Composition II (For native Spanish speakers)

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    Continuation of Spanish Grammar and Composition I.Class Hours: 3Offered spring semester.
  
  • SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    This course provides students with an opportunity to develop their linguistic as well as communicative competencies in Spanish based on readings of a literary and cultural nature while providing for additional review of grammar in the context of the reading selections. This course is conducted in Spanish.Class Hours: 3Lab Hours: 1Prerequisite: SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II, SPAN 104 Beginning Spanish Conversation II, three years of high school Spanish or the equivalent.Offered fall semester.
  
  • SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    Continuation of Intermediate Spanish 201. This course continues to provide students with an opportunity to develop their linguistic as well as communicative competencies in Spanish. The readings are designed to broaden students’ knowledge of the different countries that comprise the Spanish-speaking world. Audio and videocassettes are also used to help further develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills within the scope of this intermediate level course. This course is conducted in Spanish.Class Hours: 3Lab Hours: 1Prerequisite: SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I or the equivalent.Offered spring semester.
  
  • SPAN 203 - Advanced Spanish I

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    Intensive practice reading, and writing Spanish through a variety of selected short stories, poetry and plays. This course also examines the customs and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Review of structure, syntax, and grammar through compositions. This course is conducted in Spanish.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II, native speakers, recommendation of the instructor, four years of high school Spanish or equivalent background in the language.Offered fall semester.
  
  • SPAN 204 - Advanced Spanish II

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits

    Continuation of Advanced Spanish I.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: SPAN 203 Advanced Spanish I, native speakers, recommendation of the instructor, four years of high school Spanish or equivalent background in the language.Offered spring semester.

Student Development & Support

  
  • SPS 101 - Career Development

    1 credits

    Intended for anyone facing vocational decisions or transition, this seminar is designed to help you assess yourself and your situation, find out about educational opportunities, identify and investigate career areas with future growth potential, make informed career decisions, enhance your employability, and improve your job-hunting skills.Class Hours: 3

Theatre Arts

  
  • THEAT 101 - Introduction to the Theatre

    3 humanities credits

    This class provides an overview of theatre and its many facets, including the art of the actor, director, designer, and playwright. Students are involved in the reading of plays, the writing of scenes, and the viewing of at least one live performance.Class Hours: 3
  
  • THEAT 103 - Western Drama

    3 credits

    A survey of Western Drama from the ancient Greeks to the present, tracing the evolution of the art form and its influence/impact on human society throughout the ages.Prerequisite: ENG 101 Composition & Literature I.
  
  • THEAT 105 - Technical Theatre Fundamentals

    3 credits

    This course provides an overview of the most common practices and skills involved in the design of scenery lighting and sound for theatrical productions.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: THEAT 108 Stagecraft Workshop I.Not offered every semester.
  
  • THEAT 108 - Stagecraft Workshop I

    3 credits

    This hands-on course provides an overview of the most common practices, materials, and tools involved in the creation of scenery, lighting, sound, and prop construction for theatrical productions. The class employs productions of the college’s theatre troupe, Theatre Connection, as a lab to gain practical experience in the execution of skills learned.Class Hours: 3
  
  • THEAT 110 - Stagecraft Workshop II

    3 credits

    This class builds on the foundation of Stagecraft I but requires advanced critical thinking and decision making on theoretical projects. The class employs Westchester Community College Theatre Connection productions as a lab to gain practical experience in the execution of advanced skills learned.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: THEAT 108 Stagecraft Workshop I.
  
  • THEAT 111 - Acting I

    3 humanities credits

    An introduction to the craft of acting. Acting skills are explored and developed through both structured and improvised classroom activities. The emphasis of this course is on liberating the student’s creative energy and expression.Class Hours: 3
  
  • THEAT 113 - Acting II

    3 humanities credits

    Skills acquired in Acting I are further developed, and applied to monologues selected from contemporary dramatic literature. Audition techniques and text analysis are explored so that each student leaves the course with a monologue that they can confidently perform at auditions.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: THEAT 111 Acting I.
  
  • THEAT 117A - Drama Improvisation

    2 humanities credits

    Participation in instant Theatre experiences from which the individual learns to make the most of the moment psychologically, sociologically, and aesthetically.Class Hours: 2Prerequisite: THEAT 111 Acting I.Not offered every semester.
  
  • THEAT 121 - Theatre Practicum I

    1 credits

    This course provides the opportunity for practical experience in all elements of Theatre production, from set construction to acting to stage managing. Students set specific goals for the semester with their instructor and carry out their project responsibilities within their own schedule.Permission of instructor required for enrollment.
  
  • THEAT 122 - Theatre Practicum II

    1 credits

    Continuation of Practicum I with emphasis on new areas of experience or new acting challenges.Permission of instructor required for enrollment.
  
  • THEAT 201 - Acting III

    3 humanities credits

    The focus in Acting III is to combine all of the skills acquired in Acting I and Acting II and apply them to partnered scenes. This is primarily a scene study course.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: THEAT 113 Acting II.Offered spring semester.
  
  • THEAT 202 - Theatre Practicum III

    1 credits

    Continuation of Practicum II with emphasis on additional theatre training and responsibility.Permission of instructor required for enrollment.

Political Science

  
  • POLSC 102 - American Government and Issues

    3 social science credits

    This course studies the basic characteristics of democracy; the nature of American democracy as evolved from the Constitution; examination of the Bill of Rights, judicial review, the nature of a federal government, the question of civil rights in the United States.Class Hours: 3
  
  • POLSC 102H - American Government and Issues-Honors

    3 social science credits

    This course offers an introduction to the field of political science and the American political system. Students analyze the organization and working of American political institutions and current issues through the ideological perspective of centrist, liberal, conservative, radical left, and radical right positions.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: ENG 101 Composition and Literature I.
  
  • POLSC 104 - American Politics and Policies - New Online Course Available

    3 social science credits

    A study of the politics and policies of the American system with an emphasis on political analysis. The role of political interest groups, political parties, the media, public opinion and political socialization; the federal bureaucracy, domestic socio-economic policies and programs, state/local government, analysis of the foreign policy process and the major decisions since World War II.Class Hours: 3
  
  • POLSC 107 - State and Local Government

    3 social science credits

    This course studies the institutions of state and local governments; federalism and regionalism; the structure and operation of governments at various levels below the national; current problems of the cities. It is designed for students with a special need or interest in understanding local politics and particularly recommended for police science students.Class Hours: 3
  
  • POLSC 111 - Introduction to World Politics

    3 social science credits

    This course is designed to help the student understand international affairs and politics. Topics covered include realist vs. idealist theory, the balance of power, the role of ideology and leaders, the nation-state, why nations go to war, imperialism, regionalism, international law and organizations. Specific case studies and class simulations are used.Class Hours: 3
  
  • POLSC 111H - Introduction to World Politics-Honors

    3 social science credits

    This course introduces students to the field of international relations. Topics covered include realism vs. idealism, the role of ideology, nationalism, international law and organizations, war, disarmament and diplomacy. Students read original sources, engage in debates and role-playing, do research projects and attend lectures. They also study major global political, economic, human and environmental problems.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: ENG 101 Composition and Literature I.
  
  • POLSC 112H - International Law and Organizations-Honors

    3 social science credits

    This course is an introduction to international law, exploring the theories behind international law, the concept of the nation state and the formation of world organizations in the twentieth century, including the organs and agencies of the United Nations as well as prominent Non-Governmental organizations. It covers important current controversies on human rights, the environment, refugees, terrorism, war crimes and multinational corporations from an historical as well as legal perspective. Emphasis is placed on international problem solving and the issues of peacekeeping and dispute resolution. The student will learn legal terminology, case analysis and legal drafting.Class Hours: 3Prerequisite: One semester of Political Science, Social Science or History; ENG 101, 102 Composition and Literature I and II.
 

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