Course Descriptions

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.
5. Interpret and draw inferences from mathematical models such as graphs and tables.
6. Represent mathematical information using symbols and numerals, expressed verbally and visually.

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 the 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.

EAS 123 - Natural Disasters

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

1. Demonstrate scientific reasoning applied to the natural world, including an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of data analysis or mathematical modeling.
2. Demonstrate scientific reasoning applied to the natural world, including application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Analyze a natural disaster event and communicate the fundamental scientific causes of that event, distinguishing between primary and secondary disasters.

EAS 210 - Mountain Geology and Climate

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

1. Identify key geologic features in mountainous terrain.
2. Interpret past geologic settings and environments based on present day observations.
3. Identify key meteorological phenomenon that occur in mountainous regions.
4. Interpret past climate and meteorological conditions based on present day geological observations.
5. Use basic tools geologists and meteorologists use in observational field study.

ECE 104 - Success in Education Seminar

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

1. Identify campus resources available for academic and personal uses.
2. Identify departmental expectations and procedures.
3. Create individual, educational and professional goals.
4. Map behaviors, knowledge and skills to support educational and professional success.

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. Explain developmentally appropriate practices in accordance with various ages and stages of development.
2. Examine the history, philosophy, and social and cultural norms, related to early childhood and elementary education.
3. Identify various observation and documentation techniques used to evaluate early development and learning.
4. Explain various ethical and professional standards related to early childhood.

ECE 120 - Curriculum Development

 

Credits: 3
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. 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

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

1. Plan and carry out developmentally appropriate, integrated activities in the arts that nurture creativity and foster children's development and meet the arts standards.
2. Understand the role their personal experiences in the arts play in how they approach arts education with young children.
3. Use authentic assessment tools to evaluate children's development in the arts.
4. Adjust and adapt arts activities to meet the needs of children of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

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 implementing 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 190 - Infants, Toddlers and 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. Use observation and documentation techniques to evaluate the development of infants and toddlers.
2. Address a societal issue in the community that negatively impacts young children.
3. Use early learning standards and best practices to appraise high quality early care environments for infants and toddlers.
4. Create developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support the needs and interests of infants and toddlers.

ECE 190L - Infant Toddler Observation Lab

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

1. Evaluate the development of infants and toddlers.
2. Appraise an infant or toddler environment 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

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 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. lllustrate 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 assignments.
6. Distinguish between types of learning disabilities including sensory impairments, physical, learning and behavioral disabilities via class discussions, written assignments and examinations.

ECE 211 - Children with Special Needs II

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

1. Demonstrate knowledge in the differentiation of curriculum to meet the individual learning needs of all students.
2. Illustrate an understanding of the principles and importance of a multi-tiered system of support for behaviors as well as positive behavior management strategies to address student needs.
3. Explain the importance that family-teacher partnerships have in the educational process.
4. Examine the components of the NYS Blueprint for Improved Results for Students with Disabilities and how it relates to everyday classroom practices.

ECE 223 - Positive Child Guidance

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

1. Describe theoretical and practical attributes of child development and guidance.
2. Identify challenging behavior in young children.
3. Describe various pro-social and positive child guidance strategies in accordance with ages and stages of child development that affectively guide early care environments and curriculum.
4. Describe the interconnectedness of family, culture and parent-teacher partnerships on child guidance.

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 via 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:

Upon 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 256 - STEAM for Young Children

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

1. Plan and carry out developmentally appropriate, integrated, inquiry-based science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, [STEAM] activities for children from infancy to age eight that address number and operations, patterns, functions and algebra, geometry and spatial concepts, measurement, and graphing.
2. Explain how STEAM activities meet STEM standards.
3. Incorporate thinking routines and deep questioning in their STEAM activity plans to develop critical thinking skills in young children.
4. Use authentic assessment tools to observe and assess children's learning in the STEM areas.
5. Use digital technology in developmentally appropriate ways with young children to further learning.
6. Document children's STEAM learning as a way to foster the home-school connection.
7. Reflect on their teaching practices and evaluate their effectiveness as a STEAM teacher.

ECE 257 - Exploring Science with Young Children

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

1. Describe developmentally appropriate ways young children learn about science.
2. Identify effective teaching techniques and strategies that aid young children in their development of and appreciation for scientific concepts.
3. Identify the NYS Pre-Kindergarten Learning Standards for Science.

ECE 262 - IT for Classrooms and Boardrooms

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

1. Describe current technologies that can be effective instructional and communicative tools for audiences of varying backgrounds, abilities, and ages.
2. Explain effective and appropriate uses for collaborative, touch-responsive, virtual and embedded technology in educational and other settings.
3. Use the elements and principles of design with differing types of technology to create engaging and appropriate educational materials and/or presentations.

ECE 294 - Personal Leadership

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

1. Apply techniques for creating and maintaining high quality early childcare environments.
2. Analyze strategies for building healthy relationships with children, families and colleagues.
3. Define secondary traumatic stress and burn-out, as well as describe common symptoms of each.
4. Identify self-care as a critical component of educator effectiveness and develop self-care strategies.

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 110 - Micro-Economics

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

1. Describe major microeconomic concepts and theories.
2. Apply microeconomic methods economists use to explore social phenomena.

ECO 111 - Macroeconomics

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

1. Describe major macroeconomic concepts and theories.
2. Apply macroeconomic methods economists use to explore social phenomena.

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 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, 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 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 characteristics 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 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 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 electronic 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 characteristic 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 and 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. State what the engineering profession is, the types of engineering fields, and the types of engineering jobs.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of how to be a good student through improving study skills and time management.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the 4-year engineering schools and the transfer process.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the companies in the area that do engineering work.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of what to expect at work and how to prepare for retirement.

EGR 101 - Engineering Orientation: Student Success II

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

1. State what the engineering profession is, the types of engineering fields, and the types of engineering jobs.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of how to be a good student through improving study skills and time management.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the 4-year engineering schools and the transfer process.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the companies in the area that do engineering work.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of what to expect at work and how to prepare for retirement.

EGR 150 - Engineering Design I with Graphics

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

1. Demonstrate the ability to analyze an engineering problem in a logical manner and apply basic principles to its solution.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of engineering design, its history, and its process.
3. Demonstrate the ability to use tools useful in the design process, including sketching, engineering drawing, and CAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

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. Demonstrate the ability to analyze an engineering problem in a logical manner and apply basic principles to its solution.
2. Understand the role of failure in engineering design and practice.
3. Understand the role of engineering ethics as related to the importance of responsible behavior in the engineering field.
4. Demonstrate the ability to use tools useful in the design process, including Excel and MATLAB.
5. Describe how racism impacts engineering education and the engineering field for individuals and organizations.

EGR 160 - Introduction to Systems Engineering

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

1. Define various types of systems.
2. Describe the Systems Engineering profession.
3. Describe how each of the life Cycle Stages applies to developing a new system.
4. Apply Systems Engineering theories and techniques to a real-world problem.
5. Develop and deliver an effective oral presentation with appropriate props and graphics.

EGR 200 L - Engineering Orientation: Student Success III

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

1. State what the engineering profession is, the types of engineering fields, and the types of engineering jobs.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of how to be a good student through improving study skills and time management.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the 4-year engineering schools and the transfer process.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the companies in the area that do engineering work.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of what to expect at work and how to prepare for retirement.

EGR 201 L - Engineering Orientation: Student Success IV

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

1. State what the engineering profession is, the types of engineering fields, and the types of engineering jobs.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of how to be a good student through improving study skills and time management.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the 4-year engineering schools and the transfer process.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the companies in the area that do engineering work.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of what to expect at work and how to prepare for retirement.

EGR 260 - Engineering Economics and Project Management

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

1. Understand the terminology of engineering economics.
2. Complete economic calculations such as simple interest, compound interest, present and future values and depreciation of an asset.
3. Integrate engineering economics analysis into the engineering design process.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of cost estimation techniques and probabilistic risk analysis.
5. Demonstrate professional communications skills through written assignments and class presentations.
6. Develop proficiency with project management scheduling using the Microsoft Project application.

EGR 270 - Clean Energy Systems Design

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

1. Utilize the engineering design process to develop clean energy project proposals.
2. Develop and deliver an effective oral presentation with appropriate props and graphics.
3. Show knowledge of cutting-edge techniques that can be implemented to save energy and/or increase the use of clean energy sources.
4. Interpret campus Greenhouse Gas (GHG) production data from systems such as transportation, lighting, heating, and cooling.
5. Illustrate effective interpersonal and written communication skills.

EGR 278 - Systems Engineering Design

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

1. Apply Systems Engineering theories and techniques to a real-world problem.
2. Utilize the engineering design process to develop a clear and persuasive project proposal.
3. Develop and deliver an effective oral presentation with appropriate props and graphics.
4. Illustrate effective interpersonal and written communication skills.

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. Understand 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. Understand how the molecular structures of materials impact their properties.
2. Determine the processing needed to produce the desired mechanical properties.
3. Demonstrate a general knowledge of the materials classifications and properties.
4. Design the processes required to change materials mechanical properties.
5. Understand the manufacturing methods used to transform materials into useful devices and structures.

EGR 285 - Electrical Circuits

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  MAT 182 Calculus II 

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. 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.
2. Solve for the complete response of first and second order circuits where the sources are constants, exponentials or sinusoids using differential equations.
3. Solve for the sinusoidal steady-state solution, determine the average power of circuit elements and power factor of circuits with sinusoidal sources.

EGR 287 L - Engineering Design III

 

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 mechanical and electrical engineering to practical and hands-on problems.
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply the steps of the design process to engineering problems.
3. Communicate in written, oral, and graphical forms effectively.
4. Articulate contemporary issues in engineering practice, including economic, social, political, and environmental issues and global impact.

EGR 288 L - Engineering Design IV

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

1. Apply knowledge of engineering and science fundamentals to real problems.
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply steps of the design process to engineering problems.
3. Communicate in written, oral, and graphical forms effectively.
4. Articulate contemporary issues in engineering practice, including economic, social, political, and environmental issues and global impact.

EGR 289 W - Microprocessors

 

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. Write assembly and C code for a microprocessor in order to accomplish various tasks.
2. Design, build, and debug circuits that interface with the microprocessor including devices such as GPS sensors, LCD screens, temperature sensors, distance sensors, and motors.
3. Demonstrate a working knowledge of serial data (SPI, i2C, RS232), A/D, interrupts, PWM, Timers.
4. Have a basic working knowledge of electrical current, voltage, power, logic gates.

EGR 290 - Digital Systems

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

1. Have a working knowledge of various logic gates, how they are constructed and their electrical characteristics.
2. Design, analyze, and build combinational and synchronous digital logic circuits (such as adders, comparators, (de) multiplexers, encoders, decoders, counters, and shift registers) using truth tables and Karnaugh maps onto FPGA hardware.
3. Know how a D flip flop is constructed, its characteristics, and limitations.
4. Design Moore finite state machines, demonstrate a working knowledge of how to convert between a state diagram, a truth table representation, a circuit representation and VHDL implementation.
5. Design an application specific computer with a control unit and data path.

EGR 291 - Special Topics in Engineering

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

1. Apply appropriate technical information.
2. Apply appropriate computer and communication skills.
3. Use/apply/employ problem-solving and critical thinking skills in engineering computations.

EGR 292 - Special Topics in Engineering

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

1. Apply appropriate technical information.
2. Apply appropriate computer and communication skills.
3. Use/apply/employ problem-solving and critical thinking skills in engineering computations.

EGR 294 - Special Topics in Engineering

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

1. Apply appropriate technical information.
2. Apply appropriate computer and communication skills.
3. Use/apply/employ problem-solving and critical thinking skills in engineering computations.

EGR 298 - Cooperative Work Experience

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

1. Demonstrate understanding of professional practices.
2. Improve problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
3. Behave and dress professionally and appropriately.
4. Listen effectively.
5. Allocate time effectively.
6. Adapt effectively to changing conditions.
7. Develop appropriate workplace attitudes.
8. Develop individual responsibility.

EGR 299 - Independent Project

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.

EMT 110 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician

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

1. Demonstrate competency in the NYS DOH EMS core content.
2. Demonstrate competency in the NYS DOH EMS scope of practice.
3. Demonstrate competency in the NYS DOH EMS education standards.
4. Demonstrate competency to sit for the NYS DOH Basic EMT examination.

ENG 091 - College Writing I Supplement

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

1. Write effective, college-level essays.
2. Include ideas from sources properly and effectively in their essays.

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

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

1. Properly annotate readings and outline the main point and supporting details in a text.
2. Detect a writer's thesis, purpose, audience, tone, organization and bias.
3. Use informal writing strategies to stretch and deepen their thinking about ideas they encounter in their reading, make connections between their reading and their own personal experience, and reinforce the practice of reading as a dialogue activity.
4. Effectively write a critical reaction or response to a text.
5. Understand pre-writing strategies such as brainstorming, free-writing, journal writing, journalist's questions, and outlining and apply them to various writing tasks.
6. Write well-structured, unified and coherent essays with an introductory paragraph, several body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph.
7. Demonstrate in multi-paragraph essays of varying lengths the ability to use appropriate rhetorical modes such as process, comparison/contrast, cause/effect, and argumentative.
8. Express the main idea in a clear thesis and provide adequate support.
9. Properly paraphrase and summarize texts.
10. Revise their own texts by themselves and with a peer reviewer for content, organization and clarity, and give constructive feedback to peers about their writing.
11. Use MLA in-text citations and correctly form a Works Cited page.
12. Use correct grammar including sentence structure, S-V Agreement, verb tenses and verb forms, and mechanics including capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
13. Use more sophisticated sentence structure such as adjective clauses, noun clauses, adverb clauses, participial phrases, and reduced adverb clauses.

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

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

1. Critically read, annotate, analyze, and respond to texts using informal writing.
2. Detect a writer's thesis, purpose, audience, tone, organization and bias.
3. Use informal writing strategies to stretch and deepen their thinking about ideas they encounter in their reading, make connections between their reading and their own personal experience, and reinforce the practice of reading as a dialogue activity.
4. Effectively write a critical reaction or response to a text.
5. Understand pre-writing strategies such as brainstorming, free-writing, journal writing, journalist's questions, and outlining and apply them to various writing task.
6. Develop competence in using appropriate rhetorical modes to address a writing task.
7. Develop reasonable arguments about controversial issues, and express the main idea in a clear thesis and provide adequate support.
8. Develop fluency in using paraphrases, summaries, or syntheses to avoid plagiarism.
9. Revise their own texts by themselves and with a peer reviewer for content, organization and clarity, and give constructive feedback to peers about their writing.
10. Use MLA and/or APA in-text citations properly and correctly form a bibliography page.
11. Improve proof reading skills by detecting and correcting grammar, spelling, and mechanics errors in advanced texts and in their own work.

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:

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

1. Research a topic, develop an argument, and organize supporting details.
2. Demonstrate coherent college-level communication (written and oral) that informs, persuades, or otherwise engages with an audience.
3. Evaluate communication for substance, bias, and intended effect.
4. Demonstrate the ability to revise and improve written and oral communication.

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:

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

1. Research a topic, develop an argument, and organize supporting details.
2. Demonstrate coherent college-level communication (written and oral) that informs, persuades, or otherwise engages with an audience.
3. Evaluate communication for substance, bias, and intended effect.
4. Demonstrate the ability to revise and improve written and oral communication.

ENG 150 - Technical Writing

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

1. Write effective, analytical, college-level documents, targeted to business and technical fields, that incorporate research and demonstrate professional diction and grammar.
2. Synthesize ideas from technical and business sources properly and effectively in their writing.

ENG 170 - Creative Writing

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

1. Demonstrate an understanding of creative writing and the creative process inherent therein.

ENG 175 - Creative Writing with Publication

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

1. Demonstrate an understanding of creative writing and the creative process inherent therein.

ENG 220 - Communicating About Ideas and Values

 

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. Analyze their own position relative to the historical and/or geographic contexts of specific ideas, arguments or values.
2. Evaluate ideas and arguments as they occur in their own and others' work.
3. Create projects that reflect interdisciplinary synthesis and metacognition.

ENG 296 - Special Topics

Learning outcomes will be developed depending on the area of study for each course but will include the development of strong writing skills for use in academic and professional settings.

ENG 299 - Independent Study: English

ENV 100 - Environmental Science Orientation

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

1. Identify various departments and services on campus.
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. Summarize the opportunities and emerging trends in the field of Environmental Science.
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 their preferred learning style and thinking preference.
6. Become aware of the opportunities for transferring to a four year school.
7. Explain current events and issues related to Environmental Science.

ENV 101 - Environmental Science Field Methods

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

1. Articulate the various transfer degree programs and colleges in Environmental Science.
2. Evaluate safety hazards in the field.
3. Create Risk Assessment Plans for field sites.
4. Collect data using Environmental Science best practices.
5. Recall campus resources in the areas of student success.

ENV 120 - Sustainable Agriculture

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

1. Describe the history of agriculture in the United States.
2. Evaluate the economic impacts of United States agriculture policies on sustainable farming.
3. Understand current food processing methods.
4. Evaluate sustainable agriculture practices including, organic vs. natural, cage-free vs. free-range, dairy farm pasture use vs. free stall, farm size, land use, CAFO practices.
5. Describe the history of genetically modified seed and foods (GMO), including an assessment of Monsanto practices.
6. Evaluate current trends in local and regional agriculture and food practices, farm-to-table, buy local, urban food Islands, community supported agriculture (CSA).

ENV 199 - Industrial Hygiene

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

1. Communicate their ideas effectively with college-level writing.
2. Evaluate the effectiveness of the various health and safety laws, regulations, and code rule.
3. Find solutions to common workplace health and safety problems.
4. Engage in discussions regarding the need for workplace health and safety programs.
5. Evaluate and apply Federal, State, and Local health and safety laws, regulations, and code rule.
6. Design basic environmental monitoring programs.

ENV 210 - Environmental Issues & Policy

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

1. Explain the structure of government in the United States as it relates to environmental policy.
2. Provide a brief summary of the history of environmental policy in the United States.
3. Articulate the various policy options lawmakers use to develop environmental policy and achieve environmental goals.
4. Explain the economic implications of environmental policy.
5. Articulate the pressures a rising population puts on the environment.
6. List policies related to population control.
7. Explain the difference between preservation and conservation and compare and contrast related policies.
8. Identify policies related to ecosystem management.
9. Analyze the policy options related to Climate Change.
10. Summarize the current Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, including the current scientific evidence supporting climate change.
11. Explain the impacts of a loss of biodiversity and the influence of non-profit agencies with lobbying functions related to environmental policy.
12. Identify policies related to chemicals and the role of the EPA in regulation of chemicals.
13. Summarize the concept of environmental ethics and environmental justice.
14. Analyze an Environmental Policy.
15. Prepare an Environmental Policy Brief.

ENV 212 - Ecology

Corequisite:  ENV 212L Ecology Laboratory

Credits: 4
Cross-listed
BIO 212
Hours
3 Lecture Hours; 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

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

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of ecology.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of ecosystems.
3. Analyze and discuss current scientific literature.
4. Apply basic ecological principles to explain the interactions of organisms with their environment and with each other.
5. Apply basic ecological principles in planning and conducting field and laboratory studies.

ENV 260 - Soil Science

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

1. Describe the distribution and variability of soils and their properties across a landscape.
2. Articulate the various soil properties and how they are created and affect landscape processes on a local and regional scale.
3. Analyze soil characteristics.

ENV 290 - Environmental Science Seminar

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

1. Develop community building skills including working effectively in groups.
2. Collect data related to an undergraduate research project.
3. Analyze data related to an undergraduate research project.
4. Conduct a formal presentation.

ENV 291 - Special Topics in Environmental Science

Learning outcomes will be developed depending on the area of study.

ENV 292 - Special Topics in Environmental Science

Learning outcomes will be developed depending on the area of study.

ENV 293 - Special Topics in Environmental Science

Learning outcomes will be developed depending on the area of study.

ENV 299 - Independent Study

Learning Outcomes established via Independent Study contract and depend on the area of study.

ESL 093 - Accelerated ESL Grammar

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

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the following tenses: Simple Present, Present Progressive, Simple Past, Past Progressive, Simple Future, Present Perfect, and Present Perfect Progressive by recognizing, constructing, and using them correctly in oral and written communication.
2. Differentiate between adjectives and adverbs and use them correctly in oral and written communication.
3. Distinguish between count and non-count nouns and employ them correctly with articles and quantifiers in oral and written communication.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of how to correctly form of WH-questions and use them in asking for specific information.
5. Recognize and use a variety of modals properly to express ability, permission, requests, advice, suggestions, preferences, necessity, expectations, possibility, and inferences in oral and written communication.
6. Identify, form, and properly use gerunds and infinitives in various grammatical functions to communicate orally and in writing.

ESL 094 - Accelerated Listening and Speaking

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

1. Grasp the rules for word and sentence focus and apply them properly in English sentences, using proper stress, rhythm, and intonation.
2. Recognize common patterns of lecture organization and take effective notes based on those patterns.
3. Compose and deliver an academically structured speech with supporting materials.
4. Use advanced language functions to communication effectively in real world situations.
5. Distinguish between fact and inference, and between main ideas and details in spoken texts and dialogues.

ESL 095 - Accelerated Reading and Writing

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

1. Identify the main idea and supporting details by using pre-reading strategies: skimming, scanning.
2. Identify the topics and use context clues to understand unfamiliar vocabulary and meaning.
3. Write coherent and unified paragraphs in response to course reading.
4. Proofread for errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
5. Understand and write short academic essays.