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SM 345. Governance in Sport (3)
Examination of American and International sport leagues, conferences, and governing bodies. Prerequisites: SM 200 .
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SM 407. Special Topics in Sport Management (3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and group project related to Sports Management. Specific content and nature of courses are determined by student needs and interests. Research paper required. Prerequisites: and .
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SM 409. Sport Management Practicum (3)
Assignment(s) to an on-campus professional setting. Contact hours to integrate with major and minor emphasis. Will include participation, a journal, and supervision of advisor. Prerequisites: and six hours of athletic training or physical education.
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SM 432. Organization and Administration in Health and Human Performance (3)
Concepts used in organization and administration of human performance programs, including school health education programs. Management of personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, finances, and records will be topics of discussion/lecture. Professional development and legal liability will also be addressed. Prerequisites: HPE 200 , PE 200 , EX 240 or SM 200 and three hours of athletic training, physical education, or sport management courses.
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SM 433. Athletic Administration Seminar (3)
Assist athletic directors and coaches in meeting increasing responsibilities of modern school athletic programs. Topics include problems in organizing and directing boys' and girls' (men's and women's) athletic programs. All levels of educational structure are considered.
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SM 434. Sport and Exercise Legal Issues (3)
Legal aspects of sports activities and human performance. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: AH 200 or PE 200 or EX 240 and six hours of Athletic Training, Physical Education, or Sport Management.
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SM 435. Accounting and Economics in Sports (3)
Exploration of financial issues pertaining to the sport industry. Emphasis placed on professional and collegiate sports. Topics include the creation of balance sheets, income statements, cash basis versus accrual basis accounting; financial impact analysis, attendance/ticket sales analysis, and relationships between financial analysis and strategic planning are explored.
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SM 437. Sport Management and Marketing (3)
Examination of strategic marketing, advertising, and public relation concepts in sport. Project required.
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SM 439. Sport Management Internship (9)
Multiple week field experience in an approved public or private setting engaging in the management, marketing, or communication of sporting activities. Prerequisites: At least thirty hours in physical education/sport management major.
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SM 450. Fitness Management (3)
Coursework includes how management handles payroll, facility issues, safety, staffing, recruitment, and equipment purchases.
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SM 465. Psychology and Sociology of Human Performance (3)
Psychological and sociological aspects of human performance. Prerequisites: AH 200 or PE 200 or EX 240 and six hours of Athletic Training, Physical Education, or Sport Management.
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SM 486. Intramural and Non-Competitive Activities (3)
Planning and administration of an intramural sports program. Research project required.
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SAL 302. Seminar in College Leadership and Practice (3)
Theories, philosophies, and practices (e.g., servant leadership, collaborative leadership, etc.) that frame the contemporary era of leadership in higher education.
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SAL 303. Introduction to Student Affairs (3)
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the student affairs profession. Examines (a) essential skills and competencies (e.g., helping skills) of student affairs and higher education professionals, (b) functional areas in student affairs and higher education, and (c) an overview of student development theories and research.
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SAL 401. Management and Supervision of Student Affairs (3)
Review of best practices related to the overall management and supervision of college student affairs programs.
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SAL 482. Assessment and Evaluation in Student Affairs (3)
Covers theories and approaches to evaluation and outcomes assessment in student affairs. Reviews the politics and economics of studying program effects.
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SAL 487. Current Issues and Trends in Student Affairs (3)
Highlights current trends and issues in student services practices and analyzes the components of model programs in student services.
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SAL 489. Internship in Student Affairs (3)
This course will provide students with 50 hours of practical field experience working in one functional area of student affairs under the supervision of a student affairs professional. Prerequisites: SAL 303 , SAL 302 , and SAL 401 .
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STUDY ABROAD (ST) |
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ST 101. Study Abroad (1-9)
Study abroad experience course. Prerequisites: approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 102. Study Abroad (1-9)
Study abroad experience course. Prerequisites: approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 103. Study Abroad (1-9)
Study abroad experience course. Prerequisites: approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 301. Study Abroad I (1-9)
Study aboard experience course one. Prerequisites: Approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 302. Study Abroad II (1-9)
Study abroad experience course two. Prerequisites: Approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 303. Study Abroad III (1-9)
Study abroad experience course three. Prerequisites: Approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 401. Study Abroad IV (1-9)
Study abroad experience course four. Prerequisites: Approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 402. Study Abroad V (1-9)
Study abroad experience course five. Prerequisites: Approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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ST 403. Study Abroad VI (1-9)
Study abroad experience course six. Prerequisites: Approved for study abroad credit by International Programs and written signature of the academic dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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TECHNOLOGY (TY) |
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TY 101. Introduction to Engineering Technology (1)
A study of various career paths in engineering technologies, including biomedical, civil, computer, electrical, industrial, manufacturing, mechanical, and robotics. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 210. Industrial Mechanics (3)
A study of mechanical systems used in industry such as couplings, bearings, and lubricants. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 221. AC/DC Theory I (3)
Instruction in basic electrical/electronic principles related to AC/DC theory and methods of applying this knowledge to various circuits as used by industry. Includes introduction to discrete semi-conductors, amplifiers, power supplies and digital electronics. Includes laboratory component. Pre/Corequisite: MH 113 or higher MH course. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 222. Solid State Electronics (3)
Instruction in semiconductor fundamentals and applications to the electronic devices. Topics include number systems, medium scale integrated (MSI) and large scale integrated (LSI) circuits, Analog-to-Digital (A/D) and Digital-to-Analog (D/A) converters. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot analog circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 230. Basic Blueprint Reading and CAD (3)
The application of basic blueprint reading, drafting, and computer-aided drafting techniques and procedures. Prerequisites: MH 113 or higher MH course. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 240. Fluid Power (3)
Basic laws, principles, and components found in a fluid power system used in industry. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: MH 114 or higher MH course. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 250. Workplace Safety and Health (3)
Safety, hazard and catastrophe control, environmental concerns, laws, personal safety and health, workforce safety training and development. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 260. Instrumentation, Precision and Equipment Calibration (3)
The emphasis will be on methods of measurements of stress, temperature, pressure, force, torque, and calibration. Students will learn the basics of electronics as applied to instrumentation and analysis of automatic control systems. The types of instruments covered include those that read and record voltage, current, resistance and power; sensors for pressure, heat, strain, torque, fluid flow, and vibration measurement. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in TY 221 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 271. Electrical Motor Controls (3)
A study of theory and operation of electric motor controllers as used by industry. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in TY 221 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 272. Electromechanical Controls (3)
Provides an understanding of basic and advanced electrical controls used to operate industrial control systems and processes. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in TY 271 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 281. Programmable Logic Controls I (3)
The structure of PLC's, operational principles, capabilities, limitations, input/output devices, symbols, and functions including principles and operating characteristics of various instruments and process controls used by industry. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in TY 221 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 282. Programmable Logic Controls II (3)
Advanced instruction in PLC's that includes programming logic functions, data handling, PLC networks and troubleshooting and servicing PLC systems. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 300. Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering Technology (3)
The study of basic mechanical engineering, including applied mechanics, thermodynamics, machine design, and power generation. Prerequisites: MH 121 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 320. Applied Statics (3)
Students learn to calculate forces using the concept of equilibrium and free body diagrams and to calculate simple stresses and deflections. Topics include forces, moments, free body diagrams, equilibrium, friction, stress, strain and deflection. Prerequisites: MH 121 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 322. Fundamentals of Production Planning and Control (3)
A concise, practical, survey approach to the fundamental principles of planning and control. Establish authority on supply chain management and production and inventory control including: forecasting, sales and operation planning, master scheduling, inventory management, material requirements planning, capacity management, and production activity control. Prerequisites: MH 113 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 330. Applied Strength of Material (3)
The relationship between forces applied to bodies and the resulting stresses and deformations. Strength, stress, elasticity, and stability are applied to Mechanical components. Prerequisites: MH 121 and TY 320 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 334. Computer-Aided Drafting/Design I (3)
The generation of 2D graphic designs with computers as well as computer terminology, components, applications, and functions. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: TY 230 or permission of instructor. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 335. Computer-Aided Drafting/Design II (3)
The advanced features and generation of 3D graphic designs through computer application. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in TY 334 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 338. Geospatial Information Systems I (3)
The concepts of geographical mapping, database construction, database linkage, querying, and relational interface systems. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: MH 113 or higher MH course. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 339. Geospatial Information Systems II (3)
Continuation of topics previously covered in the GIS I course. Students develop skills necessary to build and complete a GIS project. Students learn how to use a global positioning system (GPS) and integrate data collected from the GPS into assigned projects. Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 351. Advanced Occupational Safety and Health (3)
Safety, hazard and catastrophe control, environmental concerns, laws, costs, administration, management, liability, accident-loss prevention, and psychological considerations. Research is required on a specific topic determined by consultation with the instructor. Prerequisites: MH 113 or higher MH course. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 352. Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (3)
Study of health hazards, and/or safety hazards. Includes investigation and remediation of hazardous waste sites and response to accidents of release of hazardous materials with compliance to federal certification guidelines. Prerequisites: MH 113 or higher MH course and TY 250 or permission of the instructor. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 383. Microprocessors/Microcontroller Programming (3)
Introduction to programmable interface controllers (PIC) used in PLCs including internal operation, input/ output operation, programming languages, and common components. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in TY 221 and CS 300 (CS 300 for CIS majors). Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 407. Independent Study in Technology (1-3)
This course offers qualified students the opportunity for independent study in the area of technology. The individual needs and interests of the student determine the specific nature and content of the course. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: Fifteen semester hours in Technology and permission of the Dean. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 408. Selected Topics in Technology (1-3)
Offers qualified students the opportunity for study in areas not generally included in course offering. Specific content and nature determined by the interests and needs of the students. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 420. Applied Heat Transfer (3)
Fundamentals of heat transfer commonly found in many processes and products. The physical concepts of conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer are covered with emphasis on problem solving and practical application. Prerequisites: MH 121 and TY 320 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 438. Geospatial Information Systems III (3)
Project-based and utilizing skills previously acquired in the GIS I and GIS II courses. Students build a GIS project(s) and use the geocoding process in ArcGIS from data collected in the field with global positioning systems (GPS). Includes laboratory component. Prerequisites: TY 339 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 440. Applied Dynamics (3)
The dynamic analysis of particles and rigid bodies are performed using the three fundamental analytical methods. These include Force-Acceleration, Work-Energy, and Impulse-Momentum methods. This course covers kinematics, kinetics, work-energy, impulse- momentum, and mechanisms. Prerequisites: MH 121 and TY 320 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 453. Statistical Quality Control (3)
Various quality systems such as Total Quality Management (TQM), ISO 9000 and 14000, Just-in-Time (JIT), Quality Function business, manufacturing, and service organizations. Prerequisites: "C" or higher in BQ 271 . Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 460. Technology Internship (3)
A work-related experience in a private, public, or governmental organization that provides an opportunity for the application of terminology, theories, and concepts of technology. Open only to technology majors. Prerequisites: Senior status. Students may not register for this course until the application has been completed and approved by the Dean's Office. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 490. Engineering Technology Project Survey (1)
Student will research, develop and present to faculty a capstone project in Engineering Technology. Prerequisites: senior status. Course fee: $55.00.
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TY 491. Engineering Technology Project (2)
Student will complete Engineering Technology capstone project and present to faculty. Prerequisites: senior status. Course fee: $55.00.
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THEATRE (TH) |
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TH 100. Introduction to Theatre (3)
How theatre functions as a synthesis of related arts and a history of its development. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 109. Dramatics Laboratory (1)
Active participation in current UWA Theatre production, either as an actor or technician. May be repeated for maximum of six semester hours. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 211. Acting I (3)
An introduction to the techniques of acting, focusing on basic script analysis, scene study, and improvisation. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 220. Stagecraft (3)
An experiential learning course that focuses on the basic techniques of carpentry, lighting, sound, scenic painting, and backstage safety procedures. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 311. Acting II (3)
Advanced studies in acting, focusing on the classics and the unique demands for developing effective performances. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 312. Theatre Movement (3)
Performance course designed to cover various disciplines of basic stage movement, physical alignment, body awareness, economy of movement and physical expression of character and storytelling. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 313. Theatre Voice (3)
Performance course design to explore various techniques in vocal production and control for the purpose of expressive and healthy performance. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 341. Theatre History I (3)
Study of theatre history and theory until 1900. Prerequisites: TH 100 . Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 342. Theatre History II (3)
Study of theatre history and theory from 1901 to present. Prerequisites: TH 100 . Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 397. Independent Study in Theatre (1-3)
Independent study in an area of theatre selected by the student. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 439. Directing Practicum (1)
Direct a one-act play. Prerequisite or corequisite: TH 480 . Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 480. Directing (3)
Script selection and analysis for the director/designer, basic directing technique and design execution. Prerequisites: TH 100 or permission of the Dean. Course fee: $22.50.
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TH 498. Selected Topics in Theatre (1-3)
Readings, lectures, discussions, and/or internship activities related to topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the Chairperson. Course fee: $22.50.
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UWA 101. Freshman Seminar (2)
Designed to help the new student develop essential survival skills and adapt to university-level studies and the unique environment of the campus community. Includes two regularly scheduled class periods per week, and several required out-of-class activities. Course required of all entering freshmen and of transfer students with fewer than twenty semester hours.
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UWA 102. Career Exploration (2)
Group and individual activities to help students make career decisions, evaluate educational and employment opportunities, investigate major areas of study, and develop an understanding of the requirements for entering and advancing in a selected career field. Course designed for freshmen and sophomores.
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UWA 103. Career Explorations in Education (1)
An investigation of programs available in the College of Education and requirements for each program. Observation in classrooms and participation in professional learning communities required. Submission of fingerprints required through Cogent. Course fee: $85.00.
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UWA 104. Freshman Seminar in Nursing (2)
This course is designed for students who intend to apply for admission to the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program. Students will develop essential skills and adapt to university-level studies and the unique environment of the campus community. General strategies for success in college will be presented and specific resources at The University of West Alabama will be explored. An emphasis is placed on the use of technology, building study habits and test-taking strategies, and learning basic concepts that are essential for the nursing major.
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UWA 200. Success Strategies (2)
This course is designed to help students develop essential academic and coping skills to be successful in their college courses.
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VARSITY ATHLETICS (VA) These courses are only available to students on the Squad List for NCAA sports or active participants for non-NCAA sports. A maximum of four-semester hours may be earned through these courses, which are offered on a pass/fail basis. A student may receive credit for only one varsity athletic course per semester. These courses may not be used to fulfill physical education requirements in general education, in the major, or in the minor. |
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VA 200. Varsity Baseball (1)
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VA 201. Varsity Basketball for Men (1)
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VA 202. Varsity Basketball for Women (1)
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VA 203. Varsity Cross Country for Men (1)
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VA 204. Varsity Cross Country for Women (1)
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VA 205. Varsity Football (1)
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VA 206. Varsity Softball (1)
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VA 207. Varsity Volleyball (1)
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VA 208. Varsity Cheerleading (1)
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VA 209. Varsity Rodeo (1)
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VA 210. Varsity Dance Line (1)
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VA 211. Varsity Tennis for Men (1)
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VA 212. Varsity Tennis for Women (1)
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VA 213. Varsity Soccer for Men (1)
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VA 214. Varsity Soccer for Women (1)
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VA 217. Varsity Track for Men (1)
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VA 218. Varsity Track for Women (1)
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WELDING TECHNOLOGY (WT) |
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WT 111. SMAW Fillet/OFC (3)
Instruction on safety practices and terminology in the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Emphasis is placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment identification, set-up and operation, and related information in the SMAW process. Also covers rules of basic safety and identification of shop equipment. Provides the skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. Corequisites: .
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WT 112. SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab (3)
Introduces the proper set-up and operation of the shielded metal arc welding equipment. Emphasis is placed on striking and controlling the arc, and proper fit up of fillet joints. Also provides instruction in the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. Upon completion, the student should be able to make fillet welds in all positions using electrodes in the F-3 groups in accordance with applicable welding code and be able to safely operate oxy-fuel equipment and perform those operations as per the applicable welding code. Corequisites: . Course fee: $100.00.
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WT 121. SMAW Fillet/PAC/CAC (3)
Instruction on safety practices and terminology in the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Emphasis is placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment identification, set-up and operation, and related information in the SMAW process. Also covers the rules of basic safety and identification of shop equipment. Provides the skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation of carbon arc cutting and plasma arc cutting. Corequisites: .
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WT 122. SMAW Fillet/PAC/CAC Lab (3)
Introduction to the proper set-up and operation of the shielded metal arc welding equipment. Emphasis is placed on striking and controlling the arc, and proper fit up of fillet joints. Also provides instruction in the safe operation of plasma arc and carbon arc cutting. Upon completion, students should be able to make fillet welds in all positions using electrodes in the F-4 groups in accordance with applicable welding code and be able to safely operate plasma arc and carbon arc equipment and perform those operations as per applicable welding code. Corequisites: . Course fee: $100.00.
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WT 131. Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding (3)
Introduces the student to gas metal arc and flux cored arc welding process. Emphasis is placed on safe operating practices, handling and storage of compressed gasses, process principles, component identification, various welding techniques and base and filler metal identification. Corequisites: .
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WT 132. Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Lab (3)
Instruction and demonstration using the various transfer methods and techniques to gas metal arc and flux cored arc welds. Topics include safety, equipment set-up, joint design and preparation, and gases. Corequisites: . Course fee: $100.00.
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