Course Descriptions

DEN 108 - Infection Control in Dentistry

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisite:  DEN 101 Dental Hygiene I

Credits: 1
Hours
1 Class Hour
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe the rationale for practicing disease prevention that is specific to dentistry.
2.  Describe and describe the role of the various recommending and regulatory agencies that affect the dental profession and its infection control practice.
3.  Describe the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
4.  Demonstrate competency in the use of infection control techniques that are required in the dental setting for both personal and patient safety.

Intended Learning Outcome:

Upon successful course completion, each student should have a comprehensive understanding of the rationale for practicing Infection Control in Dentistry.  Each student will also gain the training for implementing safe infection control practices in accordance with guidelines from OSHA, the CDC, and other agencies.  The student will learn to read an MSDS insert, understand the importance of a hazard communication program, and learn the infection control protocol for the BCC Dental Hygiene Clinic.

DEN 109 - Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Review and apply basic concepts pertaining to ethics and professionalism in the dental practice.
2.  Comprehend key ethical theories and principles.
3.  Emphasize the importance of portraying a professional code of conduct on and off the job.
4.  Promote an awareness of ethical issues in dentistry and dental hygiene.
5.  Discuss and differentiate between constitutional law and dental law.
6.  Critically analyze the legal system as it relates to the dental profession.
7.  Interpret the legal parameters found in the New York State dental profession.
8.  Promote group discussions regarding legal and ethical issues affecting the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene.

Intended Learning Outcomes:

The course provides necessary background information essential for the entering dental hygiene student to understand how the career of dental hygiene is bound by legal issues and intertwined with expected ethical behaviors.  Each student will gain this understanding of the dental hygiene career and its legal parameters through the study of its basic ethical and professional concepts along with the NYS Dental Hygiene Practice Act.

DEN 110 W - Dental Materials

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prior or Concurrent:  DEN 102 Dental Hygiene II, DEN 106 Clinical Dental Radiography, DEN 107 Introduction to Periodontology

Credits: 2
Hours
1 Class Hour, 3 Laboratory Hours
Note
This course is designated as a writing emphasis course.

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Be familiar with and able to competently use several common dental materials.
2.  Identify which of those comprehensive services that may be performed by a registered dental hygienist in the State of New York.
3.  Demonstrate the proper procedures for taking alginate impressions, pouring alginate impressions, fabricating a sports mouthguard, amalgam polishing, placing periodontal packing, placing and removing a rubber dam, suture removal, selecting and pre-fitting orthodontic bands and removing arch wires.
4.  Apply proper infection control protocol to all aspects of dental laboratory and clinical procedures.

Intended Learning Outcome:

At the completion of this course, the student should be familiar with and be able to use several common dental materials to lab competency.  This course will provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge base of the various properties and types of dental materials, particularly those used in the practice of dental hygiene.  In addition, this course will prepare the student to be able to write effectively and professionally and to become an effective team player with excellent communication skills.  The student will learn to recognize and manipulate several dental materials as well as to perform those functions that are deemed duties of the dental hygienist in New York State so the he/she may practice within the full scope of licensure in private practice.

DEN 201 - Dental Hygiene III

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  DEN 102 Dental Hygiene II, DEN 106 Clinical Dental Radiography, DEN 107 Introduction to Periodontology, DEN 110W Dental Materials, BIO 132 Human Biology II, CLT 208 Pathogenic Microbiology, CLT 209L Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory

Corequisite:  DEN 203 Pain Management in Dentistry

Credits: 6
Hours
2 Class Hours, Clinical Hours: 12 hrs/week for 15 weeks
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Perform a comprehensive head and neck exam, including an oral cancer screening, on all of his/her patients and be able to document properly significant clinical findings.
2.  Explain the incidence, predisposing factors, and treatment of the oral cancer patient.
3.  Exhibit developing proficiency in traditional and digital radiographic techniques on patients and be able to interpret basic landmarks and oral structures found on radiographs. 
4.  Recognize caries, restorative materials, incipient and advanced periodontal disease, endodontic therapy, root formation, retained roots, appliances and supernumerary teeth.
5.  Chart the patient’s mouth for periodontal and dental manifestations using conventional paper charting and computer software technology.
6.  Assess the patient’s need for a fluoride treatment and properly perform this treatment utilizing fluoride tray treatments or fluoride varnish treatments.
7.  Discuss the purpose, procedures, and treatment planning involved in the placement of dental sealants.
8.  Describe and provide proper patient management of the cancer patient.
9.  Treat patients while meeting objectives set forth in the Dental Hygiene Clinic Manual.

Intended Learning Outcome:

This course integrates theory with clinical dental hygiene in various preventive and therapeutic procedures such as: assessments and treatment plans for total patient treatment and their performance on clinic patients, ultrasonic instrumentation, oral cancer screenings, dental/periodontal charting, radiographic interpretation, fluoride treatments, dental sealant placement, oral care for the cancer patient, impression taking/study model/mouthguard fabrication, and amalgam polishing.

DEN 202 - Dental Hygiene IV

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  DEN 201 Dental Hygiene III, DEN 203 Pain Management in Dentistry, DEN 204 General and Oral Pathology, DEN 205 Periodontology, DEN 206 Dental Pharmacology and DEN 209 Dental Nutrition

Corequisites:  DEN 214 Current Topics in Dental Hygiene, DEN 213W Community Dental Health

Credits: 6
Hours
2 Class Hours, Clinical Hours: 12 hrs/week for 15 weeks
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Define and demonstrate the process of periodontal screening and recording.
2.  Demonstrate and be proficient in the use of an intraoral camera.
3.  Define/discuss the rationale for advanced ultrasonic instrumentation.
4.  Complete a DH IV project; which consists of comprehensive non-surgical periodontal treatment and necessary nutrition counseling to a patient.
5.  Explain the principles of panoramic projections.
6.  Explain the rationale for air polishing.
7.  Demonstrate proficiency in the clinical care of a pediatric patient.
8.  Explain the concepts of cephalometric tracings.
9.  Explain/identify the warning signs of elder abuse and discuss how to report suspected abuse.
10.  Gain the appropriate akills to prepare a cover letter and resume.
11.  To treat patients while meeting objectives set forth in the Dental Hygiene Clinic Manual.

Intended Learning Outcome:

Through lecture, guest speakers and practical application in a clinical setting, students will become proficient in providing patients with all aspects of care based on the Dental Hygiene Process of Care including, but not limited to, advanced instrumentation, local anesthesia, oral irrigation, non-surgical periodontal therapy, nutrition counseling, phase microscopy and case presentation.  Students will continue developing proficiency in all radiographic techniques, as well as further implementation of computer technology during patient treatment.  This prepares students for clinical and written licensing exams as well as entry level dental hygiene employment.

DEN 203 - Pain Management in Dentistry

Corequisite:  DEN 201 Dental Hygiene III

Prior or Concurrent:  DEN 204 General and Oral Pathology, DEN 205 Periodontology, DEN 206 Dental Pharmacology, DEN 290 Dental Nutrition

Credits: 2
Hours
1 Class Hour, 2 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe relevant New York State Education Law and Commissioner’s Regulations.
2.  Demonstrate proper medical history review and evaluation procedures.
3.  Differentiate the pediatric and adult respiratory and circulatory physiology and related anatomy.
4.  Describe states of drug-induced central nervous system depression through levels of anxiolysis, conscious sedation, deep sedation and general anesthesia.
5.  Identify definitions and descriptions of physiological and psychological aspects of anxiety and pain.
6.  Define pharmacology of agents used in inhalation sedation, local anesthesia and vasoconstrictors, including drug interactions and incompatibilities.
7.  Identify indications and contraindications for use of inhalation sedation and local anesthesia.
8.  Identify recommended dosages of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia.
9.  Describe patient monitoring using observation, with particular attention to vital signs and reflexes related to consciousness.
10.  Differentiate selection and preparation of the armamentaria and record keeping for administering various local anesthesia agents and nitrous oxide analgesia.
11.  Identify recognition and management of complications and management of reactions to local anesthetic agents and nitrous oxide analgesia.
12.  Describe proper infection control techniques with regard to local anesthetic and nitrous oxide analgesia and proper disposal of sharps.
13.  Identify the description and use of inhalation sedation equipment.
14.  Define the introduction to potential health hazards of trace anesthetics and proposed techniques for limiting occupational exposure such as appropriate scavenging systems.
15.  Describe abuse potential and hallucinatory effects of nitrous oxide analgesia.
16.  Identify post-operative care of the patient and instruction to the patient.
17.  Complete a course in basic life support (BLS) prior to the start of the course.
18.  Selection and preparation of the armamentaria for administering various local anesthetic agents and nitrous oxide analgesia, including demonstrations regarding scavenging systems.
19.  Demonstration of proper infection control techniques with regard to local anesthetic agents and nitrous oxide analgesia and proper disposal of sharps.
20.  Demonstration of proper evaluation of the patient’s health status, taking the patient’s vital signs and monitoring the patient’s physical status while under the effects of local anesthesia and/or nitrous oxide analgesia.
21.  Administration of local anesthetic in conjunction with inhalation sedation techniques.
22.  A clinical experience, under the personal supervision of a licensed dentist, demonstrating the successful use of local infiltration in no fewer than 15 instances involving the treatment of a patient, provided that no individual patient may be treated more than three times; and a clinical experience demonstrating the successful use of nitrous oxide analgesia in no fewer than 15 instances involving the treatment of a patient, provided that in no such instance may an individual patient be treated more than two times.

Intended Learning Outcome:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to consistently give infiltration injections of local anesthetic that are safe and effective with minimal discomfort.  The participant will also be able to provide nitrous oxide analgesia using safe and effective techniques with the understanding of the indications, contraindications and environmental safety considerations.  DEN 203 - Pain Management will prepare the senior dental hygiene student to carry out the dental hygiene process of care involving proper pain management utilizing patient assessment, dental hygiene diagnosis, treatment planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment.  The student will be able to provide appropriate life support measures for medical emergencies that may be encountered in dental hygiene practice while providing pain management.  The student will implement problem solving strategies (critical thinking and decision - making skills) when providing pain management during comprehensive patient care and management of patients.

DEN 204 - General and Oral Pathology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Distinguish between normal and abnormal oral and head and neck findings.
2.  Discuss (using appropriate terminolgy) common abnormalities viewed orally and in the head and neck region.
3.  Describe, identify and report various lesions manifested in and about the oral cavity.
4.  Recognize and describe signs, symptoms, and clinical features of systemic disease.
5.  Identify and describe various medical conditions which may affect dental or dental hygiene treatment.
6.  Describe and interpret pathology viewed on dental radiographs, slides, and photographs.

Therefore, upon completion of DEN 204 General and Oral Pathology, the student will be able to recognize, distinguish between, discuss and understand the possible pathogenicity of normal and abnormal oral and head and neck findings, including oral manifestations of systemic disease.  This knowledge and skill will enable to the student to identify and report oral pathology discovered during extra/intraoral examination, one of the most valuable services that the dental hygienist provides for patients.                  

DEN 205 - Periodontology

Prior or Concurrent:  DEN 201 Dental Hygiene III, DEN 203 Pain Management in Dentistry, DEN 204 General and Oral Pathology, DEN 206 Dental Pharmacology, DEN 209 Dental Nutrition

Credits: 2
Hours
2 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Explain the pathogenesis of periodontal disease.
2.  Explain the models for periodontal disease and the associated local and systemic risk factors.
3.  Prepare a matrix on the Classification of Periodontal Disease using the etiology associated microbes, oral manifestations and extraordinary treatment.
4.  Explain the assessment mechanisms for periodontal disease including: medical history, BOP, CAL, PD, MGI, severity, extent, and radiograph findings.
5.  Prepare treatment plans for gingivitis, slight, moderate, and severe chronic periodontitis using evidence-based approach.
6.  Explain the mechanical methods utilized in non-surgical periodontal therapy.
7.  Explain the parameters of chemical agents utilized in periodontal pharmacology.
8.  Prepare a matrix which reports the type of interdental aid used to maintain different types of embrasures.
9.  Explain the different types of periodontal surgery and their purpose for repair and regeneration.
10.  Explain the parameters of dental implants.
11.  Explain and apply the guidelines for periodontal maintenance for both gingivitis and chronic periodontitis.
12.  Explain the controlling factors in the epidemiology of gingivitis and chronic periodontitis.

Intended Learning Outcome:

The outcome of this course is to enable students to identify periodontal disease using both scientific and clinical determinants.  This will result in selecting the best treatment modalities and preventive measures.

DEN 206 - Dental Pharmacology

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prior or Concurrent:  DEN 201 Dental Hygiene III, DEN 203 Pain Management in Dentistry, DEN 204 General and Oral Pathology, DEN 205 Periodontology, DEN 209 Dental Nutrition

Credits: 2
Hours
2 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Define and use the vocabulary and terminology associated with dental pharmacology.
2.  Use reference books to learn about unfamiliar drugs.
3.  List the major classes of drugs and their actions and uses.
4.  Describe and demonstrate the basic components of writing prescriptions.
5.  List and describe drugs commonly used in dentistry, particularly local anesthetics.

Intended Outcomes of the Course:

Upon completion of DEN 206 Dental Pharmacology, the student will be able to define the basic principles of pharmacology, list the different classifications of drugs and describe how they relate to dentistry.

DEN 209 - Dental Nutrition

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Define/discuss basic terms/concepts related to nutrition.
2.  Explain the functions, sources and conditions resulting from excessive or inadequate intake of various nutrients.
3.  Discuss current nutrition controversies.
4.  Apply nutrition concepts to personal nutrition.
5.  Discuss the relationship between nutrition and the oral environment.
6.  Apply nutrition concepts to clinical dental hygiene practice (nutrition counseling).
7.  Make portfolio of current topics in Nutrition Upon.

Intended Learning Outcome:

The student will be proficient in the basics of Nutrition and its relatlionship to oral health.  In addition, the student will provide Nutrition Counseling to a periodontally involved patient as part of the dental hygiene process of care.

DEN 213 W - Community Dental Health

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Explain basic principles of public health and community dental health.
2.  Explain the fundamentals of public health including: assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating public health care.
3.  Read and reflect upon evidence-based, scientific literature and statistics.
4.  Provide successful community health education.

Intended Learning Outcome:

Lecture - Understand the principles of public health and community dental health, the methods of oral epidemiology, the prevalence and control methods, and there order of importance and effectiveness.  Understand the process and principles of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating community dental health programs and to understand dental care in the United States, including the delivery and financing of one and the role of the dental professional.

Laboratory - Understand the role of research in community dental health and the importance of scientific literature, have a basic understanding of statistics as it relates to public health and community dental health and become familiar with the role of dental health promotion and education as it relates to the community.  To participate in community health projects which allow the student “in-the-field” experience with community agencies.

DEN 214 - Current Topics in Dental Hygiene

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe the role of the dental hygienist as a caregiver for patients with special needs.
2.  Describe those physical conditions that may necessitate treatment alterations and understand the evidence-based rational for those treatment modalities.
3.  Describe the Americans With Disabilities Act and the role it plays in advocating accessibility for patients with special needs.
4.  Apply the concepts of evidence-based care to patient assessment, treatment planning, implementation, and evaluation of all patients.
5.  Apply these concepts of evidence-based care to the investigation and evaluation of case studies in preparation for the National Board Examination as well as the student’s individual Case-Based Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy Project.
6.  Describe and apply the concepts of risk management as it relates to the practice of dental hygiene.
7.  Describe the various types of oral piercings and explain the risks associated with each type of piercing procedure.
8.  Enrichment of Cultural Diversity through interaction with the BCC International Student Organization.
9.  Share clinical patient experiences through classroom discussion by investigating numerous case studies in dental hygiene.

Intended Learning Outcome:

This capstone course covers a variety of current issues relating to dental hygiene practice.  The course encompasses dental hygiene care for patients with special needs; case-based presentations utilizing computerized dental technology as well as additional topics relating to the practice of dental hygiene.  The patients with special needs topics include areas not covered thus far in the curriculum.  This course has been designed to provide the student with the additional knowledge necessary to provide comprehensive dental hygiene care to their diverse pool of patients.

In addition, the case-based learning component continues to prepare the student for evidence-based contemporary dental hygiene practice.  Participation in a mock-board simulation is also included.

DEN 298 - Independent Study-Fall/Spring

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate the ability to work independently to achieve a goal.
2.  Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

DEN 299 - Independent Study-Fall/Spring

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate the ability to work independently to achieve a goal.
2.  Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

DMR 210 - Data Base Information Management for Marketing

DMR 220 - Direct Marketing

DMR 295 - Qualitative Marketing Research Methodologies

ECE 101 - Introduction to Family Day Care

ECE 102 - Introduction to Working in School Age Child Care

ECE 103 - Introduction to Children With Special Needs

ECE 106 - Child Care Field Experience

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Develop professional and ethical behavior towards children, staff and families via field experiences and written reflections.
2.  Exhibit knowledge of child development by choosing, planning and developing curriculum activities appropriate for the age and development stage of the children they are assigned to via field experiences and written assignments.
3.  Communicate with infants and toddlers at their level of understanding via field experiences.
4.  Utilize positive child guidance strategies (i.e. role modeling, redirection, and problem solving) with infants and toddlers via field experiences and written reflections.
5.  Observe, evaluate and report on the early childhood classroom and program regarding issues of health and safety via field experience and written assignments.

ECE 110 - Introduction to Early Education

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe the history, philosophy and ethics of early childhood and elementary education via class discussions and written assignments.
2.  Define and identify developmentally appropriate practice in accordance with various ages and stages of development via class discussions, written assignments and field observation experiences.
3.  Demonstrate an understanding of child development in the context of family via class discussions and written assignments.
4.  Apply critical thinking, problem solving, and self-reflection skills to class discussions, written assignments, field observation experience and related community service.
5.  Articulate in writing career goals and pathways to reach them.

ECE 120 - Curriculum Development

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe child development and learning theories relevant to young children and how they relate to childrens’ development and learning via class discussions, field experiences and written assignments.
2.  Recognize the ecological relationships that exist between family, community and curriculum as they relate to childrens’ development and learning via class discussions, field experiences and written assignments.
3.  Utilize observation and evaluation as a basis for developmentally appropriate curriculum via class activities, field experiences and written assignments.
4.  Select developmentally appropriate approaches to teaching young children via class discussions, field experiences and lesson plan assignments.
5.  Facilitate knowledge acquisition and dispositions for learning in all content areas (literacy, mathematics, social studies, science, the arts, health and technology) via class activities, field experiences and written assignments.

ECE 145 - Children and the Arts

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Develop skills in organizing and presenting ideas effectively through writing essays and activity plans, working in cooperative groups, participating in discussions, and making oral presentations to the class.
2.  Describe their philosophy of arts education based on assigned readings, observations of children, studio projects and journal reflections.
3.  Consider young children’s and families’ special needs, race, cultural backgrounds and religious beliefs in designing and selecting appropriate arts activities for children via class discussions, written reflections and observations of children.

ECE 155 - Language and Literacy in Early Childhood

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe and critically evaluate the historical, philosophical, theoretical and practical foundations of early literacy development and instruction via class discussions, written assignments and examinations.
2.  Identify the developmental stages of language and literacy acquisition via class discussions, activities, written assignments and examinations.
3.  Outline the criteria for quality children’s literature via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
4.  Define the role and recognize the importance of family in language and literacy development in young children as well as develop strategies for successful partnerships with family members via class discussion, written assignments and presentations.
5.  Demonstrate practical knowledge and skill in planning and implementating developmentally appropriate language and literacy experiences for young children via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
6.  Differentiate between assessment strategies and tools as well as identify particular strengths and weaknesses of each via class discussions and written assignments.

ECE 175 - Techniques of Observation and Evaluation

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate a proficiency in various formal and informal assessment methods used to document children’s development via class activities, field experiences, written assignments and examinations.
2.  Interpret observations and evaluate children’s social, physical, literacy, intellectual, creative and emotional development via class discussions, field experiences, written assignments and examinations.
3.  Identify common developmental delays and four types of child abuse via class discussions and written assignments.
4.  Produce a child study that demonstrates knowledge of child development with appropriate curriculum recommendations that are documented with actual observation recordings.
5.  Communicate a positive attitude toward each child in evaluations as well as respect confidentiality through class discussions, field experiences and written assignments.

ECE 180 - Child Health and Safety and Nutrition

ECE 190 - Infants, Toddlers and the Families

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Evaluate the development of infants and toddlers via observations, class discussions and written assignments.
2.  Compare differences between infant, toddler, and preschool programs and developmentally appropriate practices via observations, class discussions and written assignments.
3.  Utilize infant and toddler development knowledge to formulate a homemade learning toy.
4.  Appraise an infant or toddler environment and program using a standardized rating scale instrument.

ECE 200 W - Field Experience I

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  ECE 110 Introduction to Early Education, ECE 120 Curriculum Development, ECE 175 Techniques of Observation

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 2 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate competence in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum in a supervised field experience via seminar discussion, field experience and written assignments.
2.  Act ethically and practice professionalism in the supervised field experience.
3.  Communicate in writing the rationale for developmentally appropriate practice.
4.  Identify and explore current issues in early childhood education and their impact on children, families and society via seminar discussions, field experiences and written assignments.

ECE 201 - Field Experience II

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  ECE 110 Introduction to Early Education, ECE 120 Curriculum Development, ECE 175 Techniques of Observation

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 2 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate competence in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum in a supervised field experience via seminar discussions, field experience and written assignments.
2.  Act ethically and practice professionalism in the supervised field experience.
3.  Communicate in writing the rationale for developmentally appropriate practice.
4.  Identify and explore current issues in early childhood education and their impact on children, families, and society via seminar discussions, field experiences and written assignments.

ECE 210 - Children With Special Needs

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Develop appropriate concepts and attitudes towards people with disabilities via class discussions and written assignments.
2.  Demonstrate knowledge in the identification of children with special needs via class discussions, written assignments and examinations.
3.  Illustrate an understanding of the concept of as well as the rationale and procedure for curricular adaptations when working with children with special needs via class discussions and written assignments.
4.  Identify the placement options along the continuum of services for children with special needs via class discussions and examinations.
5.  Enhance their understanding of the importance of family involvement in the educational process via class discussions and written assigments.
6.  Distinguish between types of learning disabilities including sensory impairments, physical, learning and behavioral disabilities via class discussions, written assignments and examinations.

ECE 223 - Positive Child Guidance

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe and critically evaluate the historical, philosophical, theoretical, and practical implications of child development and guidance via class discussions, written assignments and examinations.
2.  Define positive child guidance according to various ages and stages via class discussions, activities and written assignments.
3.  Identify problematic and challenging behavior in young children as well as create an action plan to resolve the issue effectively and appropriately via class discussions, activities and written assignments.
4.  Create pro-social classroom environments and curriculum for young children via written assignments and presentations.
5.  Expand knowledge base of children with special needs and recognize effective strategies for guiding development and behavior within inclusive settings via class discussions and written assignments.
6.  Recognize the impact and influence of family and culture on child guidance and respond appropriately via class discussions and written assignments.

ECE 224 - Preschool Mathematics

 

Credits: 1
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Distinguish between the concepts of classification, comparison and contrasting via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
2.  Identify the difference between rote counting, number identification and concept of quantity via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
3.  Define concepts of shape, size and time via class discussions, written assignments and projects.
4.  Create developmentally appropriate math activities via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
5.  Recognize quality children’s math literature for preschoolers via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
6.  Generate interdisciplinary math activities via class projects, wirtten assignments and presentations.
7.  Demonstrate the value of positive home-school connections in early education via the creation of a math bag that would be sent home to families to use.
 

ECE 226 - Preschool Science

 

Credits: 1
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Distinguish between and define life science, physical science, earth science and health science via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
2.  Create developmentally appropriate science activities via class activities, written assignments and presentations.
3.  Recognize quality children’s literature that focus on scientific concepts via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
4.  Generate interdisciplinary science activities via class projects, written assignments and presentations.
5.  Demonstrate the value of positive home-school connections in early education via the creation of a science send-home sack for families to borrow and utilize.

ECE 227 - Early Childhood and Technology

 

Credits: 1
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Identify technologies appropriate for young children via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
2.  Evaluate computer software, internet sites and other technologies for developmental appropriateness for young children via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
3.  Demonstrate competence in computer usage and instruction to meet children’s developmental levels and needs via written assignments and presentations.
4.  Illustrate comprehension of digital camera usage via the creation of a photo project that would be appropriate for early childhood settings.
5.  Exhibit the value of positive home-school connections in early education via the creation of a newsletter and information packet for families.

ECE 230 - Working With Families in Early Childhood Programs

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Recognize family diversity, modern challenges and how family life impacts learning and teaching via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
2.  Identify the various roles that family members have and the emotions of parents as well as how to address them as an educator vis class discussions and written assignments.
3.  Define and identify factors that motivate family involvement via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
4.  Determine potential barriers to teacher-family partnerships via class discussions and written assignments.
5.  Develop strategies for working partnerships with families and the community via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.

ECE 245 - Social Development of Young Children

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Recognize the importance of social-emotional learning via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
2.  Discriminate between and define positive self-identity, empathy, a sense of competence as well as recognizing and labeling emotions via class discussions and written assignments.
3.  Differentiate between and define cooperative play, conflict resolution, moral development, self-regulation and democratic participation via class discussions and written assignments.
4.  Identify how family culture and diversity impacts social development while, in turn, creating strategies to individualize social needs via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
5.  Describe the value of positive role modeling in the classroom environment to teach pro-social skills via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.

ECE 255 - Special Topics in ECE

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  ECE 110 Introduction to Early Education or permission of the department chair

Credits: (1-3)
Hours
1-3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upoon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Define core concepts in the identified content area via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
2.  Discuss the relevance of the special topic to the field of early childhood education via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
3.  Demonstrate knowledge in the specified content area via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
4.  Differentiate the significance of the special topic in teaching young children via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.
5.  Create a project that applies the special topic to an early childhood setting.
6.  Critique contrasting perspectives on the special topic via class discussions, written assignments and presentations.

ECE 299 - Independent Study in Early Childhood

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Define core concepts in the identified subject area via instructor meetings, written assignments and project work.
2.  Discuss the relevance of the selected topic to the field of early childhood education via instructor meetings, written assignments and project work.
3.  Demonstrate knowledge in the identified subject area via instructor meetings, written assignments and project work.
4.  Differentiate the significance of the topic selected in teaching young children via instructor meetings and project work.
5.  Create a project that applies the concept to early childhood settings.
6.  Critique contrasting perspectives on the selected topic via instructor meetings and project work.

ECO 105 - Introduction to Economic Thought

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe the basic problem of “scarcity” in economic thought.
2.  Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of interpreting economic theories.
3.  Explain the main ideas of some of the major economic thinkers.
4.  Describe some of the main ideas in economic thought today, and apply these to understanding contemporary economic issues.

ECO 110 - Micro-Economics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of and apply an economic perspective.
2.  Describe the operation of the market system.
3.  Identify how market prices are determined.
4.  Identify various market structures.

ECO 111 - Introduction to Macro-Economics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of and apply an economic perspective.
2.  Identify causes of fluctuations in economic activities.
3.  Identify phases of the business cycle in the macroeconomy.
4.  Interpret macroeconomic aggregate variables.
5.  Describe the application of governmental stabilization policies.

ECO 299 - Independent Study-Economics

Learning outcomes will be determined by the instructor with the consent of the department chair and Dean.

EDU 111 - Foundations of American Education

 

Credits: 3
Note
See teacher certification.

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Recognize and explain the central philosophies, issues and disputes surrounding American education via class discussions, field experiences and written assignments.
2.  Apply knowledge of child/adolescent development to educational practice and curriculum via class discussions, field experiences and written assignments.
3.  Relate developments in American education and schooling to broad themes in our social, economic and political history via class discussions, field experiences and written assignments.
4.  Appraise the teaching profession as a career choice via examination of the field and written reflection.

EET 090 - Introduction to Electricity

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the basic electrical units of Voltage, Current, Resistance. and Power.
2.  Solve simple series, parallel, and series-parallel resistive circuits.
3.  Understand the basics of power generation and distribution.
4.  Set up a simple electrical circuit and take measurements in a laboratory environment.

EET 095 - Introduction to Digital Electronics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the binary number system.
2.  Understand the operation of basic logic gates. (AND, OR, NAND, NOR, Invert)
3.  Generate a truth table for a logic circuit.
4.  Connect a circuit comprised of basic logic gates and collect and analyze data.

EET 107 - Electronic Computer Applications

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Write technical reports with embedded data tables, graphs, circuit diagrams and equations.
2.  Create and deliver a technical presentation.
3.  Create electrical circuits and simulate them using software.
4.  Understand programming concepts and create simple algorithms.
5.  Program an industrial robot and programmable controller.
6.  Create a circuit board layout from a schematic.

EET 111 - Electrical Construction Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Operate various machine tools, hand tools, and test equipment, including a vertical milling machine, bandsaw, engraver, Hipot tester and multimeter.
2.  Layout and install basic residential wiring circuits in compliance with the National Electric Code.
3.  Build a project from a dimensioned print.
4.  Populate and solder a printed circuit board.
5.  Work safely in a shop environment.

EET 112 - Electronic Fabrication Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Create documentation required to manufacture a project.
2.  Use design software to layout a printed circuit board from a schematic.
3.  Fabricate a printed circuit board.
4.  Assemble and solder an electronic project.
5.  Package an electronic project in an enclosure.
6.  Install connectors on telecommunications cabling.
7.  Understand concepts of low voltage control.

EET 121 - DC & AC Circuits and Laboratory

Prior or Concurrent:  MAT 130 Applied Algebra and Trigonometry

Credits: 5
Hours
4 Class Hours, 2 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Apply basic circuit laws and network theorems to the solution of DC circuits involving multiple sources and circuit elements.
2.  Write loop and nodal equations for multiple window DC circuits and use those equations to solve for all currents and voltages.
3.  Reduce a two terminal circuit to its Thevenin or Norton equivalent.
4.  Solve RC time constant problems.
5.  Apply network theorems and complex numbers to the solution of AC circuits.
6.  Use circuit simulation software to analyze circuit behavior.
7.  Demonstrate the proper use of voltmeters, ammeters, wattmeters, counters, multimeters, and oscilloscopes to make accurate measurements.
8.  Neatly and accurately record and analyze laboratory data, construct graphs, and complete a professional technical document based on laboratory work.

EET 122 - Electrical Circuits

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Apply basic circuit laws and network theorems to the solution of DC circuits involving multiple sources and circuit elements.
2.  Solve RC and RL time constant problems.
3.  Apply network theorems and complex numbers to the solution of AC circuits.
4.  Use voltmeters, ammeters, counters, multimeters, and oscilloscopes to make accurate measurements.
5.  Use the laptop for the following activities:  save and retrieve files, use computer simulation software to solve DC and AC problems, print solutions, collect data and create Excel files and print graphs, log on to Blackboard, download and upload files with Bb.
6.  Neatly and accurately record and analyze laboratory data, construct graphs and complete a professional technical Word document based on laboratory work.
7.  Apply the course competencies:  teamwork, leadership principles, problem solving, customer focus, technology/service delivery, and generate quality work.

EET 127 - Alternate Energy Concepts and Solutions

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe verbally or in written form a knowledge of various aspects related to current and future alternative energy systems.
2.  Calculate various alternative energy systems to determine the optimal system for a given application (ie find the size of a PV system to meet peak home energy demands).
3.  Measure and quantify available energy from the sun, earth and wind.
4.  Calculate the potential energy conversion for each of the technologies evaluated.
5.  Prepare technical papers and communicate through the written medium.
6.  Identify electrical requirements for both off-grid and on-grid applications of the seven electrical technologies covered in the course.

EET 150 - Electronic Devices and Laboratory

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  EET 107 Electronic Computer Applications, EET 121 DC & AC Circuits, EET 121L DC & AC Circuits Laboratory, MAT 130 Applied Algebra and Trigonometry

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 2 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Explain the operation of diodes, their application in rectifier circuits, and the block diagram of a complete power supply.
2.  Describe the characteristics of a zener diode and its operation in a voltage regulator circuit.
3.  Describe the function and operation of bipolar and field effect transistors and their use as amplifiers and switches.
4.  Explain the purpose of DC bias and the use of load-line analysis in amplifier circuits.
5.  Explain the AC small signal model of an amplifier and discuss amplifier characteristics like voltage gain, input and output resistances, and loading effect.
6.  Describe frequency response characteristics and bandwidth limitations of amplifier circuits.
7.  Explain the characeristics and applications of thyristors and optoelectronic devices.
8.  Use simulation software to analyze circuits.
9.  Use electronic test equipment including: DC power supply, function generator, digital multimeter, curve tracer, oscilloscope, and frequency counter.
10.  Breadboard and troubleshoot circuits, take measurements, analyze data, and produce coherent lab reports.

EET 151 - Electronic Systems I

1.  Describe different circuit analysis techniques.
2.  Describe and analyze the operation of filter circuits.
3.  Identify, describe, and calculate the behavior of op-amp circuits.
4.  Calculate and describe the operation of oscillators.
5.  Describe the principles and characterization of noise in a communications system.
6.  Explain the frequency spectrum of sine, square, and triangle waves and the difference between time and frequency domains.
7.  Describe the operation of amplitude modulation transmission and reception.
8.  Describe the characteristics of voltage regulators and the methods of voltage regulation in power supplies.
9.  Use the computer as an analytical tool to make calculations, draw graphs; use computer simulation software to solve electronics problems.
10.  Practice course competencies:  quality, teamwork, leadership, problem solving, customer focus, and technology/service delivery to add value to the course.
11.  Conduct lab experiments:  set up equipment and circuits, take measurements, interpret results, and create lab reports.

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Apply circuit analysis techniques to solve electrical circuits.
2.  Describe the characteristics of passive and active filter circuits and analyze their frequency responses.
3.  Describe and calculate the behavior of op-amp circuits.
4.  Explain the operation of oscillators and calculate the frequency.
5.  Describe the characteristics and types of noises in a communications system.
6.  Analyze and describe the frequency spectrum of different signal waveforms.
7.  Explain the principles of amplitude modulation transmission and reception.
8.  Describe the characteristics of voltage regulators and the methods of voltage regulation in power supplies.
9.  Use the computer to simulate electronic circuits, make calculations, draw graphs, and create reports.
10.  Follow prescribed lab procedures, interpret schematic diagrams, construct breadboard circuits, take measurements, interpret results.

EET 152 - Electronic Systems II

1.  Describe the basic architecture and characteristics of a T/R communications system.
2.  Describe and analyze frequency modulation transmission and reception.
3.  Describe and analyze digital communications techniques.
4.  Describe multiplexing and XDSL.
5.  Describe and analyze wired and wireless digital communications.
6.  Describe and analyze transmission media.
7.  Describe the characteristics of antennas and their application in communication systems.
8.  Describe the principles and characteristics of fiber optics, the electrical/optical conversion, and the characteristics of photonic components and subsystems.
9.  Describe the concepts of digital TV.
10.  Follow prescribed lab test procedures, set up equipment, take measurements, interpret results, create reports.
11.  Use the computer as an analytical tool to make calculations and draw graphs; use computer simulation software to solve electronics problems.
12.  Practice course competencies:  quality, teamwork, leadership, problem solving, customer focus, and technology/service delivery to add value to the course.

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe the basic architecture of a communications system T/R chain and the system parameters, such as noise, sensitivity, and dynamic range that define it.
2.  Explain the concept of frequency modulation transmission and reception and the FM receiver block diagram.
3.  Explain A/D and D/A conversion and pulse code modulation.
4.  Describe QAM and other digital modulation techniques.
5.  Explain multiplexing concepts, different types of multiplexing methods, and their characteristics.
6.  Describe the characteristics of wireless and wired media types.
7.  Explain the characteristics of optical fibers, and the photonic components and subsystems of a fiber optic system.
8.  Describe basic antenna theory, antenna types, and their characteristics.
9.  Describe the concept of TV, and basic digital TV transmission principles.
10.  Use the computer to simulate electronic circuits, make calculations, draw graphs, and create reports.
11.  Follow prescribed lab procedures, interpret schematic diagrams, construct breadboard circuits, take measurements, interpret results.

EET 153 - Robotics and C Programming

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  List and describe the key components of a typical robot.
2.  List and differentiate between a variety of robotic sensors and switches.
3.  Describe, in writing, how hardware is controlled with software.
4.  Physically assemble robotics from supplied components, in order to accomplish lecture or laboratory objectives.
5.  Use the hardware components assembled and make (trouble shoot) adjustments so that the hardware performs to the project’s specifications.
6.  Write C programming code to control the various aspects of the robot.  This includes motion control, switch detection, sensor input, output and more.
7.  Write, compile and link the C code necessary for these operations.
8.  List and describe (as well as use in a laboratory setting) all fundamental aspects of the C programming language; including variable declarations, loops, control statements, function calls and more.
9.  Read a project’s specifications and create a hardware and software solution for that project.  This includes the trouble shooting required to produce a working project.

EET 162 - Computer Aided Network Analysis Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Write programs to analyze AC electric circuits.
2.  Write the equation for a sinusoidal voltage including amplitude and frequency.
3.  Analyze AC circuits using network theorems.
4.  Calculate Z and A parameters for two port networks.
5.  Analyze high pass, low pass, and resonant circuits.
6.  Generate a Bode plot of a frequency dependant circuit.
7.  Solve AC circuit problems using systems of equations.
8.  Use LaPlace transforms to perform transient response analysis.

EET 168 - Digital Systems I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Analyze and solve simple series and parallel circuits.
2.  Convert numbers among the binary, decimal, octal, and hexadecimal numbering systems.
3.  Explain logic gates, binary codes, difference between parallel and serial, and between synchronous and asynchronous data transmission.
4.  Describe the difference between digital and analog quantities.
5.  Describe digital computer organization and operation including the CPU, motherboard, memory, primary and secondary storage devices, and peripheral devices.
6.  Use the laptop: to save and retrieve files, as an analytical tool, to log onto BlackBoard and download and upload files.
7.  Produce a technical report and/or a formal lab report.
8.  Work productively as a team when given the specifications for a hardware project.
9.  Practice project leadership, interpersonal skills, and problem solving via the planning, organizing, and execution of the project.

EET 169 - Digital Systems II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Identify the advantages and disadvantages of the different Operating Systems.
2.  Describe the installation of hardware components and install an Operating System.
3.  Explain and use different troubleshooting tools and utility software.
4.  Analyze the difference and similarities from personal computers to notebooks, tablets, PDAs and other handheld devices.
5.  List the different types of printers and demonstrate how to setup a printer.
6.  Demonstrate a basic understanding of networks.
7.  Show how to manage and support Windows security, registry, recovery methods.
8.  Demonstrate how to customize the computer for each individual customers use.
9.  Explain how to work with support services.
10.  Apply the Course Competencies for appropriate study techniques as outlined in Blackboard.
11.  Produce a technical report and/or a formal lab report.
12.  Work productively as a team member when given the specifications for a hardware project.
13.  Develop project leadership, interpersonal skills, and problem solving skills via the planning, organizing, and execution of the project.

EET 183 - Applied Electricity

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the basic electrical units of Voltage, Current, Resistance, and Power for DC and AC circuits.
2.  Solve simple series, parallel, and series-parallel resistive circuits.
3.  Understand the basics of power generation and distribution and control.
4.  Set up electrical circuits, take measurements, and analyze data in a laboratory environment.

EET 210 - Applied Electricity and Electronics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the basic electrical units of Voltage, Current, Resistance, and Power in DC and AC circuits.
2.  Solve series, parallel, and series-parallel resistive circuits.
3.  Understand the basics of power generation and distribution.
4.  Set up electrical circuits, take measurements and analyze data in a laboratory environment.
5.  Be familiar with the operation of diodes, transistors, logic gates, and microprocessors.

EET 230 - Electronic Design Project

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Select components and create a parts list from a schematic diagram.
2.  Breadboard and troubleshoot an electronic project.
3.  Create a printed circuit layout from a schematic diagram.
4.  Produce a printed circuit board from a layout master.
5.  Design and fabricate an enclosure for an electronic project.
6.  Assemble and troubleshoot a complete electronic project.
7.  Create a cost estimate of a final product.
8.  Work effectively in teams.
9.  Develop and deliver oral presentations.

EET 247 W - Energy Conversions & Automation and Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe in written and verbal form, the operation and control of a variety of DC and AC motors and generators as they relate to industrial and alternative energy concepts and applications.
2.  Describe single and polyphase transformers and make calculations for their installation and use.
3.  Describe power generation and transmission theory for the distribution of power from commercial power generation stations and make the necessary calculations for this distribution.
4.  Discuss the theory of, and calculate quantities for, the operation of open and closed loop control systems.
5.  Use computer mathematical modeling tools for modeling and stability analysis.
6.  Program Programmable Logic Controllers.
7.  Program industrial type robots.

EET 251 - Electronic Circuitry and Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Explain the characteristics and different classes of power amplifiers.
2.  Explain the characteristics of an operational amplifier (op-amp), and the differences between open loop and closed loop operation of an op-amp.
3.  Design and analyze op-amp linear amplifier and filter circuits.
4.  Describe and analyze operation of oscillator and voltage regulator circuits.
5.  Explain the difference between time and frequency domains, and discuss the frequency spectrum of non-sinusoidal waveforms using Fourier theory.
6.  Use simulation software to design and analyze filters and other circuits.
7.  Demonstrate competency in the use of elecronic test equipment.
8.  Construct and troubleshoot electronic circuits on a breadboard, take measurements, analyze data, and produce coherent lab reports.

EET 252 W - Electronic Communications Systems and Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe amplitude and frequency modulation, and the block diagram of a superheterodyne receiver.
2.  Describe the operation of a phase locked loop and its application in communications circuits.
3.  Explain the characteristics and applications of copper, fiber and wireless transmission media.
4.  Explain multiplexing concepts, and the characteristics of frequency, time, and wave division mulitplexing.
5.  Describe analog and digital televison transmission and reception principles.
6.  Describe satellite communication principles and the characteristics of geosynchronous satellites.
7.  Explain analog-to-digital conversion using pulse code modulation, and other types of pulse modulation methods.
8.  Explain basic data communications concepts and digital modulation techniques.
9.  Describe network fundamentals: topologies, hardware, media, and data transmission.
10.  Research a current topic in the field of study and write a formal report using library and internet resources.
11.  Demonstrate competency in the use of electronic test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.
12.  Construct and troubleshoot electronic circuits and systems, take measurements, analyze data, and produce coherent lab reports.

EET 260 - Digital Electronics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Count and convert numbers between binary, decimal, hexadecimal number systems, and perform binary arithmetic.
2.  Explain the operation of logic gates and their use in combinational logic circuits.
3.  Apply basic laws and rules of Boolean algebra, DeMorgan’s theorems, and Karnaugh maps to simplify Boolean expressions and reduce digital logic circuits.
4.  Explain the operation of flip-flops, counters, shift registers, multiplexers, encoders, decoders, and their application in practical digital circuits.
5.  Describe analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion processes and compare different ADC and DAC circuits.
6.  Describe ASCII code and asynchronous serial data communication.
7.  Explain different types of memories and their attributes.
8.  Identify the components and functions of a simple microcomputer.
9.  Demonstrate competency in creating and testing fully functioning logic circuits on a breadboard, and writing technical reports.

EET 267 - Microprocessors

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Be familiar with the history of computers and computing including the increasing requirements of: speed, address/data lines, memory sizing, available emulation software, and typical applications.
2.  Demonstrate the use of 8085, 8086, and 68000 assembler and simulator programming software to create working applications.
3.  Use the Internet to find information and solutions related to tasks assigned to microcomputers.
4.  Explain the operation of a basic microcomputer system such as the Prolog Single Board Computer from both a hardware and software view.
5.  Write and demonstrate application programs based on the studied microprocessor chips.
6.  Use a microcontroller to perform a task or application for a low cost solution.

EET 270 - Control Systems & Robotics and Laboratory

 

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 2 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Be exposed to simulation software such s MATLAB and Simulink.
2.  Understand control system block diagrams and be able to reduce to a single block.
3.  Determine characterisic equations for second order systems.
4.  Understand first, second, and multiple order control systems.
5.  Determine if a control system is stable.
6.  Understand concepts of frequency response nd Bode plots.
7.  Understand effects of nonlinearities.
8.  Understand the concepts of digital control and robotics.

EET 297 - Cooperative Work Experience

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Have work experience in a technical field.
2.  Apply skills learned in the EET curriculum to perform technical tasks.
3.  Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a technical setting.

EET 299 - Independent Study

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  Department chairperson approval

Credits: (1-4)
Note
Any independent study project is based on instructor availability.

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate the ability to work independently to achieve a goal.
2.  Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

EGR 100 L - Engineering Orientation: Student Success I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand that “student success” in college depends upon community building, professional development, academic development, personal development, and orientation to the college environment.
2.  Demonstrate community building skills including knowing the other students in class, working effectively in groups, and being able to interact positively with other students.
3.  Perceive engineering as a profession and the role of ethics in engineering decision-making.
4.  Understand and put into practice interaction with faculty and peers, use of campus resources and time management skills to improve academic success.
5.  Determine one’s preferred learning style and thinking preference.
6.  Give an articulate response to the question, “What is Engineering?”
7.  Gain exposure to local engineering industries.
8.  Become aware of the opportunities for transferring to a four-year school.
9.  Gain an understanding of or take part in the professional society ASEE.
10.  Accept responsibility for their own educational success.

EGR 101 - Engineering Orientation: Student Success II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand that “student success” in college depends upon community building, professional development, academic development, personal development, and orientation to the college environment.
2.  Demonstrate community building skills including knowing the other students in class, working effectively in groups, and being able to interact positively with other students.
3.  Perceive engineering as a profession and the role of ethics in engineering decision-making.
4.  Understand and put into practice interaction with faculty and peers, use of campus resources and time management skills to improve academic success.
5.  Determine one’s preferred learning style and thinking preference.
6.  Give an articulate response to the question, “What is Engineering?”
7.  Gain exposure to local engineering industries.
8.  Become aware of the opportunities for transferring to a four-year school.
9.  Gain an understanding of or take part in the professional society ASEE.
10.  Accept responsibility for their own educational success.

EGR 150 - Engineering Design I with Graphics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Use a word processing program to create a lab report, technical report, English assignment, or other written document.  The finished piece should be visually appealing and show that the student has made use of the many capabilities offered by the program.
2.  Read and send email messages that may contain attached files.
3.  Use a spreadsheet program to list and process data, including graphical representation of the data and regression analysis.
4.  Use a presentation graphics program to create and present a slice show to large groups.
5.  Use the Mathcad program to create documents that include text, equations, and mathematical solutions to problems.
6.  Sketch a reasonably accurate isometric view of a three-dimensional object.
7.  Create an accurate set of orthographic projection images of a three-dimensional object.
8.  Determine the true-length of a line, find a point-view of a line, create an edge-view of a plane, and determine the true-size of a plane using the principles of descriptive geometry.
9.  Describe the steps of the engineering design process.
10.  Recognize and demonstrate various behaviors that contribute to cooperation and consensus building within a team.
11.  Effectively participate as a member of a task team.
12.  Objectively evaluate the performance of him/herself as well as other team members in group projects.

EGR 151 - Engineering Design II

 

Credits: 2
Hours
1 Class Hour, 3 Lab Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Sketch a design tree of how a solid model of a three-dimensional object will be created in a CAD program.
2.  Use a parametric CAD program to:
     a.  Create a solid model of a three-dimensional object.
     b.  Edit and make changes to an existing solid model.
     c.  Produce dimensioned orthographic views from the solid model.
     d.  Connect several solid models together to form an exploded assembly drawing.
3.  Use various techniques to formulate the problem statement as the first step of the engineering design process.
4.  Define what a design contraint is, in general, and specifically, what an “ergonomic” constraint is.
5.  Describe what “intellectual property” means and the methods used to protect it.
6.  Discuss the role that engineering codes of ethics play in regulating the engineering profession.
7.  Describe and give examples of the consequences resulting from the failure to engage in ethical behavior in engineering practice.

EGR 200 L - Engineering Orientation: Student Success III

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand that “student success” in college depends upon community building, professsional development, academic development, personal development, and orientation to the college environment.
2.  Demonstrate community building skills including knowing the other students in class, working effectively in groups, and being able to interact positively with other students.
3.  Perceive engineering as a profession and the role of ethics in engineering decision-making.
4.  Understand and put into practice interaction with faculty and peers, use of campus resources and time management skills to improve academic success.
5.  Determine one’s preferred learning style and thinking preference.
6.  Give an articulate response to the question, “What is Engineering?”
7.  Gain exposure to local engineering industries.
8.  Become aware of the opportunities for transferring to a four-year school.
9.  Gain an understanding of or take part in the professional society ASEE.
10.  Accept responsibility for their own educational success.

EGR 201 L - Engineering Orientation: Student Success IV

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the “student success” in college depends upon community building, professional development, academic development, personal development, and orientation to the college environment.
2.  Demonstrate community building skills including knowing the other students in class, working effectively in groups, and being able to interact positively with other students.
3.  Perceive engineering as a profession and the role of ethics in engineering decision-making.
4.  Understand and put into practice interaction with faculty and peers, use of campus resources and time management skills to improve academic success.
5.  Determine one’s preferred learning style and thinking preference.
6.  Give an articulate response to the question, “What is Engineering?”
7.  Gain exposure to local engineering industries.
8.  Become aware of the opportunities for transferring to a four-year school.
9.  Gain an understanding of or take part in the professional society ASEE.
10.  Accept responsibility for their own educational success.

EGR 281 - Mechanics (Statics)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of engineering mechanics for systems in equilibrium.
2.  Acquire an understanding of force systems in both two and three dimensional space.
3.  Determine appropriate free body diagrams for whole or parts of structures.
4.  Apply the equations of equilibrium (sum of forces equal zero, sum of moments equal zero) to both two and three dimensional systems.
5.  Apply the equations of equilibrium to trusses, frames and machines.
6.  Demonstrate an understanding of the laws of Coulomb friction.
7.  Locate the centroids of two and three dimensional bodies.
8.  Determine area and mass moments of inertia.

EGR 282 - Mechanics (Dynamics)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of displacement, velocity, and acceleration.
2.  Solve problems involving the kinematics of a particle undergoing constant and non-constant acceleration in both two and three dimensional space.
3.  Calculate values for tangential and normal acceleration.
4.  Solve problems involving particle motion using Newton’s Second Law, Work-Energy, or Impulse-Momentum analysis.
5.  Understand angular momentum and its application to orbits.
6.  Analyze and solve problems involving systems of particles.
7.  Apply the principles of kinematics to the motion of a rigid body in general plane motion.
8.  Solve problems involving the plane motion of a rigid body using Newton’s Second Law, Work-Energy, or Impulse-Momentum analysis.

EGR 283 - Strength of Materials

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand and work with the basic definitions of stress and strain.
2.  Understand the relationships between working stress, material strength, and safety factor.
3.  Understand Mohr’s circle and be able to determine principal stresses.
4.  Calculate stresses for axial, torsion, beam bending, and combined loading.
5.  Draw shear and bending moment diagrams and write beam equilibrium equations including slope and deflection.
6.  Understand the concepts underlying beam deflection and Euler buckling calculation.
7.  Analyze beams, columns, and frames for normal, shear, and torsion stresses and to solve deflection problems in preparation for the design of such structural components.
8.  Analyze beams and draw correct and complete shear and moment diagrams for beams.
9.  Understand loads, stresses, and strains acting on a structure and their relations in the elastic behavior.
10.  Undestanding the states of stress and strain and the mechanical behavior of materials.
11.  Solve simple problems involving the stiffness and strength of materials.
12.  Use spreadsheets and computer programming techniques to model course concepts and complete basis designs.

EGR 284 - Materials Science

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1.  Select the proper materials for designing a part or process.
2.  Determine the processing needed to produce the necessary hardness.
3.  Determine the methods needed to produce the necessary toughness and strength.
4.  Design the processes required to produce the needed electrical, magnetic, and other properties.
5.  Utilize the relationships between synthesis and processing.
6.  Use the techniques learned to transform materials into useful devices and structures.

EGR 285 - Electrical Circuits

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  MAT 182 Calculus II and EGR 289 Microprocessors

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Define basic circuit elements (resistors, inductors, capacitors, independent sources, dependent sources), units, and quantities such as current, voltage, and charge.
2.  Demonstrate a knowledge of circuit theorems (Ohm’s law, KVL, KCL, current divider, voltage divider, superposition, source transformation, Thevenin equivalent, Norton equivalent and network reduction) by solving circuits that contain resistors, independent sources and dependent sources.
3.  Analyze and solve resistive circuits using nodal and loop analysis which will also require solving simultaneous equations.
4.  Design and analyze basic op amp circuits that add, subtract, multiply, integrate and differentiate.  Students will be able to differentiate between the linear and saturation mode of the op amp.  Students will be able to analyze op amps using the ideal or finite gain model.
5.  State the physical characteristics and defining equations for the capacitor and inductor.  Students will be able to integrate and differentiate lines, exponentials, and sinusoids.
6.  State the definitions of forced response, natural response, steady state response, transient response, initial conditions.
7.  Solve for the complete response of first and second order circuits where the sources are constants, exponentials or sinusoids using differential equations.
8.  Solve for the sinusoidal steady state solution of circuits with sinusoidal sources.  In addition, determine the average power for each device and power factor.  Students will be able to correct the power factor of a circuit.

EGR 287 L - Engineering Design III

Corequisite:  EGR 289 Microprocessors

Credits: 1
Hours
3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Apply knowledge of engineering and science fundamentals to real problems.
2.  Apply the steps of the design process to engineering problems.
3.  Identify, formulate, and solve open-ended engineering problems.
4. Design and create electrical and mechanical components, systems, and processes.
5.  Set up and conduct experiments, and create design prototypes, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
6.  Use modern computer tools in engineering.
7.  Communicate in written, oral, and graphical forms effectively.
8.  Work in teams and apply interpersonal skills in engineering contexts.
9.  Explain professional issues in engineerig practice, including ethical responsiblilities.
10.  Articulate contemporary issues in engineering practice, including economic, social, political, and environmental issues and global impact.
11.  Describe the need for life-long learning.

EGR 288 L - Engineering Design IV

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Write and execute simple problems in machine language on a single board microprocessor.  These programs should include use of:
     a.  masks
     b.  condition codes
     c.  double precision
     d.  operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and squares
     e.  number conversion among binary, octal, hexidecimal, and BCD
2.  Wire a memory mapped circuit for input and output.
3.  Interface the microprocessor with a teletype via parallel to serial.
4.  Wire circuit which uses the PIA for input and output.
5.  Determine the wavelengths of the Balmer series in the hydrogen spectra.
6.  Accurately determine the ratio of charge to mass for an electron.
7.  Understand the operation of the Geiger Tube and Scaler.
8.  Determine the maximum energy of a beta particle by the absorption method.
9.  Determine the percent of backscattering of a beta particle for aluminum and lead as a function of thickness.
10.  Determine the albedo of water and the thermal neutron flux of the plutonium-beryltium source.

EGR 289 W - Microprocessors

Corequisite:  EGR 287 Engineering Design III

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Explain the basics of a microprocessor in terms of its hardware and assembly code.
2.  Write and debug assembly code to accomplish a variety of tasks.
3.  Design, build, and debug interfacing circuits to the microprocessor.
4.  Use and program the Motorola 6811 and/or 6812 to read sensors and control external devices.
5.  Use the following in programs or circuits:

• Basic logic gates & simple PLDs
• Number systems (binary & hex) and binary arithmetic
• Micro architecture
• Addressing modes
• Programming in assembly code
• Logical AND, OR, NOT; masking
• Computer arithmetic, BCD
• Multi-precision
• Flags, condition codes
• Branching, jumping, looping
• Add & subtract with carry, DAA, shift, rotate
• Indexed addressing
• Stacks, subroutines
• Delays
• Interrupts and Timers
• A/D
• Serial data transmission
• PWM & dc motors
• Stepper and DC motors
• Sensors:  switches, potentiometers, temperature, light, etc.
• Transistors as switches
• Comparators, Op Amps
• Networking (SPI, CAN)
• Address decoding, latches, buffers

EGR 298 - Cooperative Work Experience

EGR 299 - Independent Project

EMT 110 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician

EMT 120 - Intermediate Emergency Medical Technician

EMT 130 - Critical Care

ENG 090 - Basic Language Skills

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Identify the act of writing as a multi-stage process that includes composing, revision, editing and proofreading.
2.  Complete both informal and formal writing assignments to learn that writing has several purposes:  to permit self-expression and self-reflection, to communicate information with others, to enhance learning, to entertain and persuade others.  (We expect that students will complete at least 20 pages of formal writing over the course of the semester.)
3.  Develop their ability to write purposefully, to articulate that purpose in writing and in conversation with others, and to recognize and articulate the authorial intent grounding a piece of writing.
4.  Develop their critical reading skills so as to better identify their own and the academy’s beliefs regarding good writing, and to identify an author’s purpose in writing, and the choices an author has made to achieve that purpose.
5.  Develop their critical thinking skills by receiving, evaluating and incorporating into their written work alternative perspectives on their writing and its contents.
6.  Develop their understanding of the collaborative nature of writing by learning how to provide useful feedback to other writers and how to incorporate feedback from them into their written work.
7.  Improve their ability to construct and arrange complete sentences into well-developed and coherent paragraphs.  Students will improve in their ability to structure essays, so that logical flow of the essay supports the essay’s main idea.
8.  Gain skill in identifying and correcting sentence-level errors that interfere with a reader’s understanding of a text and less significant errors that nevertheless constitute a break with the conventions of standard writing English.
9.  Utilize various strategies to edit a text successfuly for major and minor sentence-level errors and proofread successfully for typographical errors.

ENG 106 - English as a Second Language, Intermediate II

Corequisite:  SPK 106 English as a Second Language Speaking & Listening 4, or Chairperson approval

Credits: 4
Hours
4 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Use correct paragraph format when preparing an assignment.
2.  Use the four main steps of the writing process, namely prewriting, organizing, writing, and polishing in their writing.
3.  Develop ideas for a paragraph using prewriting techniques such as listing, freewriting, clustering, and outlining and apply these strategies in various writing tasks.
4.  Identify the three components of a paragraph:  the topic sentence, supporting sentences, and the concluding sentence.
5.  Write unified and coherent paragraph compositions with a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and the concluding sentence.
6.  Recognize and use various rhetorical modes:  narrative, descriptive, logical division of ideas, process, and comparison-contrast.
7.  Correctly identify and effectively write various sentence types (simple, compound, complex, and mixed) in their compositions.
8.  Identify and correct common sentence errors such as fragments, run-ons, comma splices, and faulty parallelism.
9.  Correctly use the conventions of American academic writing, including indentation, margins, titles, spacing, capitalization, and punctuation.
10.  Revise their own texts by themselves and with a peer editor for content, organization, and clarity.  Give constructive feedback to peers about their writing.
11.  Detect and correct grammar, spelling, and mechanics errors in advanced texts and in their own work.
12.  Identify the three components of an essay:  the introductory paragraph, body paragraphs, and the concluding paragraph.  Write a coherent short essay with at least five paragraphs.

ENG 107 - College Writing I for Non-Native Speakers of English

ENG 108 - College Writing II for Non Native Speakers of English

ENG 110 - College Writing I

Students who earn a score of 85 or higher on the NYS ELA may enroll directly into ENG 110 without taking the Placement Test.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

SUNY General Education Assessment Review committee general writing outcomes:

• Students will demonstrate the ability to produce coherent texts within common college level forms.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to revise and improve such texts.

Upon successful completion of this course the student will:

1.  Produce essays that make connections between their reading and their own personal experience and reinforce the practice of reading as a dialogic activity.
2.  Produce essays that show they are able to communicate information and ideas from texts accurately and fairly in summary and critique.  Their written work will contain references in the form of quotation and appropriate paraphrase.  Student work will exhibit a writer’s ethical obligations to readers:  honesty, accuracy, and acknowledgement of and respect for other people’s ideas.  Students will show a familiarity with the principles of MLA in-text citation and writing Works Cited pages.
3.  Evaluate sources for their relevance and reliability, and will show that they are able to do this by producing at least one essay that contains independent research containing at least three sources.
4.  Show that they can revise their work effectively, taking into account different audiences and rhetorical purposes.

ENG 111 - College Writing II

Students who earn a score of 90 or higher on the NYS ELA may enroll directly into ENG 111 without taking the Placement Test.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

SUNY General Education Assessment Review committee general writing outcomes:

• Students will demonstrate the ability to produce coherent texts within common college level forms.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to revise and improve such texts.

Upon successful completion of this course the student will:

1.  Find, review, and evaluate available literature to use in their writing, responsibly using electronic databases and networks, in addition to library and community resources.  Student must show that they can choose appropriate and effective references; decide whether to quote, paraphrase, or summarize; write appropriate introductions and background for references; document correctly with an appropriate style (MLA, preferred, or APA); use references honestly and accurately; and avoid plagiarism.
2.  Produce formal essays that are the product of a process of revision and demonstrate the ability to:
     a.  think critically
     b.  refrain from using stereotypes or jumping to conclusions
     c.  develop reasonable arguments about controversial issues
     d.  use various rhetorical strategies with sensitivity to purpose and audience
     e.  address all relevant sides of an issue
     f.  provide adequate support and evidence
     g.  use facts accurately
     h.  maintain respectful attitudes toward alternative ideas and opinions
     i.  establish their own style
     j.  write sentences that adequately carry the meaning of sophisticated ideas
     k.  conform to the conventions of standard written English

 

ENG 150 - Technical Writing

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Analyze the rhetorical needs of primary and secondary audiences targeted to read business and technical documents.
2.  Design and produce written texts which meet those readers’ needs.
3.  Organize, write/edit, format, and present information (especially business ad technical information) in ways that increase the effectiveness of a message.
4.  Collaborate effectively as members of problem-solving and writing teams, sensitive to the need of their teammates and to the nature and level of experience brought to the group by others.
5.  Analyze a situation (either real or hypothetical) to identify a problem; effectively communicate a statement of the problem (in summarized and extended form), the steps involved in its solution, the time and approximate costs involved, and the writer’s qualifications or expertise in regard to the problem.

ENG 163 - Reporting

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate basic skills in news gathering techniques.
2.  Demonstrate understanding of basic story structure.
3.  Have developed an appropriate writing voice to reach their intended audience.
4.  Demonstrate basic skills in editorial/opinion writing.
5.  Demonstrate basic skills in feature writing.
6.  Demonstrate basic skills in sports reporting.
7.  Demonstrate an improved understanding of media ethics and appropriate reportorial conduct.
8.  Demonstrate specific skills needed to write for online publication.
9.  Demonstrate basic editing techniques.
10.  Generate articles for publication.

ENG 168 - News Editing

ENG 170 - Creative Writing

ENG 175 - Creative Writing with Publication