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ECE 1261 - Art and the Young Child
2 Credits
Prepares students to plan and implement a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate art program for young children. Investigates the development of self-taught art techniques in young children. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 126.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English.
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ECE 1271 - Music/Movement for the Young Child
1 Credits
Focuses on the purposes of incorporating music and movement into the early childhood curriculum. Through active participation with hands-on experiences, students work with the concepts of age and developmental appropriateness when designing fun activities with both subjects. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 127.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 1911 - School Age Theory and Practice
3 Credits
Emphasizes processes for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate environments, materials, and experiences in school age programs, working with children ages 6 to 12 years of age. Provides expression and problem-solving skills in school age children. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 191.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English.
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ECE 1925 - School Age Lab Techniques
3 Credits
Incorporates lab experience in before/after school, summer camp, or elementary school programs. Focuses on planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for school age children. Includes assisting the supervising teacher in all activities. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 192.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English.
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ECE 2051 - Nutrition, Health and Safety
3 Credits
Focuses on nutrition, health, and safety as key factors for optimal growth and development of young children. This course includes nutrition knowledge, menu planning, food program participation, health practices, management and safety, appropriate activities, and communication with families for early childhood educators. This course addresses children ages birth through 12 years. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 205.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 1011 with a grade of “C” or better; Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English.
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ECE 2075 - Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Explores current topics, issues and activities related to one or more aspects of the early childhood care and education profession. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 275.
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ECE 2085 - Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 285.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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ECE 2088 - Practicum: Early Childhood Education
3 Credits
Provides students with advanced field experience opportunities in early childhood education programs. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 288.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 1011 , ECE 1045 , ECE 1031 , ECE 1111 , ECE 2621 , and ECE 2381 with a grade of “C” or better; Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2101 - Working with Parents, Families, and Community Systems
3 Credits
Examines professional attitudes related to working with diverse families and how unconscious bias may affect family-professional partnerships in early care and education settings. This course covers theoretical perspectives of families and communities, communication strategies, and an exploration of activities and resources to support family engagement in their children’s education. Supporting equity and inclusion of all family cultures in early care and education settings for children ages birth through eight. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 265.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 1011 with a grade of “C” or better; Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2365 - Child Growth and Development Lab
1 Credit
Covers the growth and development of the child from conception through the elementary school years. Emphasizes physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional domains and the concept of the whole child and how adults can provide a supportive environment. Addresses ages from prenatal through age 12. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 236.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide and ECE 1011 with a grade of “C” or better and ECE 2381 with a grade of “C” or better
Corequisite(s): ECE 2381 ; ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2381 - Child Growth and Development
3 Credits
Covers the growth and development of the child from conception through the elementary school years. This course emphasizes physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional domains of development as they pertain to the concept of the whole child. It also includes ways adults can provide a supportive early childhood care and educational environment through teamwork and collaboration. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 238.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2401 - Administration of Early Childhood Care and Education Programs
3 Credits
Provides foundational knowledge in early childhood program business operations, program development, and evaluation. This course covers administrative skills, ethical decision making, risk and resource management, and components of quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs serving children ages birth through 12 years. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 240.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 1011 with a grade of “C” or better; Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2411 - Administration: Human Relations for Early Childhood Professions
3 Credits
Focuses on the human relations component of an early childhood professional’s responsibilities. This course includes director-staff relationships, staff development, leadership strategies, family-professional partnerships, and community interaction. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 241.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 1011 with a grade of “C” or better; Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2601 - The Exceptional Child
3 Credits
Presents an overview of critical elements related to educating young children with disabilities or special needs in the early childhood setting. Topics include: typical and atypical development; legal requirements; research-based practices related to inclusion; teaming and collaboration; and accommodations and adaptations. This course examines how a disability or special need may impact a young child’s learning process. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 260.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 1011 and ECE 2381 with a grade of “C” or better; Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2621 - Curriculum Development: Methods and Techniques
3 Credits
Provides an overview of early childhood curriculum development. This course includes processes for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate environments, materials, and experiences that represent best practices in early childhood (EC) program settings. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 220.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 1011 with a grade of “C” or better; Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English.
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ECE 2631 - Language & Cognition for the Young Child
3 Credits
Examines theories of cognitive and language development as a framework for conceptualizing the way children acquire thinking skills. Includes observing, planning, facilitating, creative representation, and evaluating strategies within the context of play. Focuses on language, science, math, problem solving and logical thinking. Addresses ages birth through age 8. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 225.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2641 - Creativity and The Young Child
3 Credits
Provides an emphasis on encouraging and supporting creative self-expression and problem solving skills in children. Explores creative learning theories and research. Focuses on developmentally appropriate curriculum strategies in all developmental domains. Addresses ages birth through age eight. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 226.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2651 - Early Language and Literacy Development in Young Children
3 Credits
Provides foundational knowledge of the developmental progression of language and literacy acquisition of mono- and bi-lingual children age’s birth to age 8. This course provides opportunities to explore and practice language and literacy teaching strategies to use with young children in home, classroom, and community settings. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 228.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECE 2661 - Science/Math and the Young Child
3 Credits
Examines theories of cognitive development as a framework for conceptualizing the way young children acquire scientific and mathematical skills, concepts, and abilities. Enables students to research and develop appropriate individual and group scientific/mathematical activities for young children. Note: This course was previously listed as ECE 125.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English.
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ECO 1001 - Economics of Social Issues: GT-SS1
3 Credits
Examines major contemporary socio-economic issues and policies such as drugs and crime, education, health care, poverty and inequality, and globalization. These issues will be explored using economic tools and methods. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 101
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECO 1005 - Introduction to Economics
3 Credits
This course is a survey of economics. It is designed as a beginning economics class. The course covers economics theories, supply and demand, national income accounting, money and banking, market structures and contemporary economic issues. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 105.
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ECO 2001 - Principles of Macroeconomics: GT-SS1
3 Credits
Focuses on the study of the national economy, emphasizing business cycles and long-run growth trends. Explores how macroeconomic performance is measured, including Gross Domestic Product and labor market indicators. Examines the saving-investment relationship and its relationship to Aggregate Supply and Aggregate Demand. Discusses money and banking, international trade, fiscal and monetary policy. Explores the macroeconomic role of the public sector. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 201.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide and MAT 0250 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECO 2002 - Principles of Microeconomics: GT-SS1
3 Credits
Focuses on the study of individual decision making, emphasizing households, business firms and industry analysis. Explores market models, including competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition and oligopoly. Examines market failure and related efficiency criteria for government intervention. Explores public policy, including labor market issues, poverty and the environment. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 202.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide and MAT 0250 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECO 2045 - Environmental Economics: GT-SS1
3 Credits
Introduces contemporary environmental issues and policies meant to reduce environmental degradation. It introduces the concept of market failure due to pollution. The course covers government pollution reduction policies for air, water, and natural environments. It also covers analytical tools that are used to analyze the effectiveness of these policies. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 245.
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide and MAT 0250 /MAT 0300 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): ENG 0094 ; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English
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ECO 2065 - Writing on Economic Issues
3 Credits
Develops the skills for economic writing including: the use of rhetorical devices In persuasive economic arguments, critical analysis of economic problems, the use and explanation of charts and tables, writing and revision of multiple drafts, different technologies of research and writing and the evaluation and annotation of different sources for relevancy and reliability. Through reading a variety of primary and secondary sources and engaging in several types of economic writing and conversation, students extend their understanding of the conventions of clear and concise writing about primary and secondary sources in libraries, archives, and published materials, and adapt their writing style to communicate with a variety of audiences. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 265.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 1022 with a grade of “C” or better
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ECO 2075 - Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 275.
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ECO 2085 - Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as ECO 285.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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EDU 1075 - Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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EDU 1085 - Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 185.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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EDU 1087 - Cooperative Education
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students an opportunity to gain practical experience in applying their occupational skills and/or to develop specific skills in a practical work setting. The Instructor works with the student to select an appropriate work site, establish learning objectives and to coordinate learning activities with the employer or work site supervisor. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 187.
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EDU 1088 - Practicum I
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the education facility and with the direct guidance of the Instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 188.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 2211
Corequisite(s):
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EDU 1311 - Introduction to Adult Education
3 Credits
Provides an introduction to adult education with an emphasis on providing instruction to adult learners developing their ability to listen, speak, read, and write in English and learners with skills below 12th grade equivalency. Key areas include adult education theories, principles, methods and techniques; adult education legislation, initiatives and movements; adult basic education services and service providers; understanding the adult learner; metacognition; the instructional environment; and professional development for adult educators. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 131.
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EDU 1321 - Planning, Organizing and Delivering Adult Education Instruction
3 Credits
Provides an introduction to planning and delivering instruction to adult learners with an emphasis on developing the English language proficiency of nonnative English speakers and improving the skills of learners whose skills are below 12th grade equivalency. Key areas include identification of learners’ skills, needs and goals; the use of information about learners to plan instruction and assessment; the development of learner independence; the creation of an instructional environment that supports and engages adult learners. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 132.
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EDU 1341 - Teaching English as a Second Language to Adult Learners
3 Credits
Provides an introduction to providing instruction to adults who are developing English language proficiency. Key areas include understanding the adult ESL learner, the language acquisition process and the language skills needed to complete each Educational Functioning Level (EFL); preparing written instructional plans; delivering level appropriate instruction using techniques and resources appropriate for adult language learners; using technology; and preparing adult ESL learners to transition to postsecondary education and careers. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 134.
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EDU 1351 - Family Literacy In Adult Education
3 Credits
Introduces the students to the philosophy and theory behind family literacy, as well as give practical advice on the development and implementation of a family literacy program. The four-component model of adult education, early childhood education, parent and child together time (PACT), and parenting will be covered, both in theory and practical application. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 135.
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EDU 2075 - Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 275.
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EDU 2085 - Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 285.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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EDU 2087 - Cooperative Education
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students an opportunity to gain practical experience in applying their occupational skills and/or to develop specific skills in a practical work setting. The Instructor works with the student to select an appropriate work site, establish learning objectives and to coordinate learning activities with the employer or work site supervisor. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 287.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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EDU 2088 - Practicum II
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the education facility and with the direct guidance of the Instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 288.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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EDU 2089 - Capstone
1 Credit
Focuses on a demonstrated culmination of learning within a given program of study. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 289.
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EDU 2211 - Introduction to Education
3 Credits
Focuses on the historical, social, political, philosophical, cultural, and economic forces that shape the United States public school system. This course includes current issues of education reform, technology as it relates to education, and considerations related to becoming a teacher in the state of Colorado. The course addresses diversity in the preschool through secondary school system. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 221.
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EDU 2221 - Effective Teaching
1 Credit
Focuses on strategies for becoming an effective teacher. Topics included are: course goals and teaching objectives, the first day, planning a lesson, higher levels of thought, test design and grading, assessment, and teaching and learning styles. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 222.
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EDU 2341 - Multicultural Education
3 Credits
Focuses on the need to recognize and understand the similarities and differences among people and develop a respect for all individuals and groups. This course provides opportunities to recognize the learning needs of children from different racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic groups and to encourage teachers to integrate multicultural and diversity teaching strategies into the school curriculum. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 234.
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EDU 2401 - Teaching The Exceptional Learner
3 Credits
Focuses on the individual differences and modifications that are necessary in the educational practices of the exceptional learner. Incorporates an additional 10-hour 0-credit, pre-professional, supervised, field based experience. Together with this experience, a portfolio and field experience reflective journal is required of all students. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 240.
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EDU 2501 - CTE in Colorado
1 Credit
Explores common elements of American community college philosophy and current practices. It details the philosophy of Career and Technical Education (CTE), the federal Carl D. Perkins legislation and related guidelines for CTE, national and state regulatory agencies, the CCCS program approval process, enrollment management and advising strategies, relevant local and national issues, and quality assurance principles. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 250.
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EDU 2511 - Secondary CTE Capstone
3 Credits
This capstone course in the secondary CTE credentialing sequence offers an in-depth analysis of secondary career and technical student organizations and competitions, the Colorado Technical Act, working with exceptional students, creating and effectively deploying program advisory committees, and an overview of educational and political systems in Colorado. The final project is an analysis of CTE efficiency in one’s school district. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 251.
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EDU 2601 - Adult Learning and Teaching
3 Credits
Examines the philosophy of community colleges and the roles and responsibilities of the faculty member within the college community. Introduces basic instructional theories and applications, with particular emphasis on adult learners. Includes syllabus development, learning goals and outcomes, and lesson plans. Emphasizes teaching to a diverse student body, classroom management, assessment and instructional technology. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 260.
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EDU 2611 - Teaching, Learning and Technology
3 Credits
Explores integration of technology instruction into teaching practices used in preschool through postsecondary (P-21) educational settings for all curriculum areas of content. This course reviews a variety of technologies with an emphasis on increasing student learning and retention of knowledge. The course also explores combining technology with several instructional methodologies to promote professional teacher dispositions related to technology-rich teaching. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 261.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 2211 or EDU 2601 with a grade of “C” or better
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EDU 2631 - Teaching and Learning Online
3 Credits
Provides faculty with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, develop, and deliver courses in a distance format. Focuses on assessment and evaluation methods and methods to incorporate interactive, collaborative and expanded learning activities. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 263.
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EDU 2641 - Post-Secondary Faculty Mentoring
3 Credits
Introduces concepts and skills in mentoring post-secondary faculty instructors in an institution of higher education. This course explores dimensions of effective mentoring, establishing respectful mentoring relationships within post-secondary settings, stages in the mentoring relationship, applying tools for assessment of teaching practices, and practicing constructive feedback techniques. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 264.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 2211 or EDU 2601 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission
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EDU 2651 - Instructional Design
3 Credits
Introduces the student to a systematic approach to Instructional Design and the design of instruction with multimedia. Incorporates learning and instructional theory into course/training design to ensure the quality of instruction. Covers the process of goal analysis and learning needs coupled with the development of a delivery system to meet those needs. Includes the development of instructional materials and activities and the evaluation of all instruction and learner activities. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 265.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 2211 or EDU 2601 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission
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EDU 2661 - Advanced College Teaching Methods
1 Credit
Explores current adult learning theory, and relates this theory to the practice of teaching. It also covers a variety of factors that influence teaching and learning, including social and individual psychological aspects of adult learning, patterns of participation and motivation, the role of instructional technology, handling challenging classroom behaviors, and assessment and evaluation strategies. The main point raised and discussed throughout the course is that effective teaching requires that Instructors utilize a range of teaching and assessment approaches and methods in order to enhance learning. Note: This course was previously listed as EDU 266.
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EIC 1001 - Electrical Print Reading
4 credits
Teaches the skills needed to interpret electrical drawings properly. This 15 hour seminar is critical for anyone involved in the design, construction, or maintenance of electrical systems. Note: This course was previously listed as EIC 102.
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EIC 1201 - Basics of AC and DC Electricity
4 Credits
Focuses on resistance, current, voltage and power in AC and DC circuits; measurements; computations of series and parallel circuits; circuit analysis and troubleshooting with basic test equipment. Note: This course was previously listed as EIC 105.
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EIC 2075 - Special Topics
1-12 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Note: This course was previously listed as EIC 275.
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EIC 2330 - Instrument/Process Control II
4 Credits
Introduces the basic concepts, principles, equipment and components of instrumentation and control systems found in the process and energy supply industries. The fundamental process variables of pressure, temperature, level, flow and physical properties will be presented. Control loop structure and function will be introduced. The function and operation of a proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controller will be introduced. Students will assemble and operate basic control loops in a laboratory setting. Note: This course was previously listed as EIC 230.
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ELT 1206 - Fundamentals of DC/AC
4 Credits
Introduces the basic skills needed for many careers in electronics and related fields. Covers the operations and applications of basic DC and AC circuits consisting of resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers and diodes. Emphasizes the use of common test instruments in troubleshooting. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 106.
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ELT 1246 - Digital Devices in Computers
3 Credits
Students will learn the basic logic concepts of computer circuits. The concepts of digital circuits used in computer circuitry will be covered. This includes dates, flip-flops, counters and encoders-decoders. Students will also learn the binary, hex and octal number systems used in computers and how to convert between these number systems and decimal numbers. Troubleshooting of digital circuits will be included. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 146.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1206 or ASE 1020 , ASE 1023 , ASE 1070 , ASE 1071 , ASE 1072 and ASE 2021 with a grade of “C” or better
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ELT 2080 - Internship
3 credits
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 280.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 2254 , ELT 2252 , and ELT 2455
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ELT 2252 - Motors & Controls
3 credits
Enables the student to study, construct, test, and evaluate basic industrial control systems, including AC/DC motors, stepper motors, power sources, generators, tachometers, line diagrams and logic functions. Covers safety standards and preventive maintenance. 68 contact hours. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 252.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1206
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ELT 2254 - Industrial Wiring
3 credits
Focuses on the required and recommended practice for industrial wiring. The National Electrical Code is applied to industrial power and control wiring. Covers specification and installation of wiring, conduit, enclosures, and termination components in lecture and applied during lab. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 254.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1206 , EIC 1001
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ELT 2348 - Automation Control Circuits
3 credits
Introduces the fundamentals of automatic controls including process control methodologies used to regulate a system or multiple systems for the purpose of establishing and maintaining a predictable manufacturing process. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 248.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1206
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ELT 2358 - Programmable Logic Controllers
3 credits
Covers the fundamentals of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) as they are applied in robotics and automation. Includes history, terminology, typical applications, hardware, and software. Incorporates lab and project activities that address operating, monitoring, programming, troubleshooting, and repairing PLC controlled lab trainers as well as actual industrial equipment. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 258.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1206 , ELT 2252
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ELT 2359 - Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers
3 credits
Serves as the second in a two course sequence and covers advanced topics and applications for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) as they are applied in robotics and automation. Includes advanced programming, diagnostics, Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), introduction to automation networking, and system integration. Incorporates lab and project activities that address designing, operating, monitoring, programming, analyzing, troubleshooting, and repairing PLC controlled lab trainers as well as actual industrial equipment. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 259.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 2358
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ELT 2367 - Introduction to Robotics
1 credit
Introduces basic robotics. Enables the student to program a robot in a higher-level language to perform various tasks. Covers building and interfacing of sensor circuits. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 267.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1206
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ELT 2368 - Robotics Technologies
3 credits
Introduces industrial robotics as well as a survey of the technologies and equipment used in manufacturing automation and process control. Includes axis configurations, work envelopes, programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Incorporates a survey of automation topics including history, computer and hardwired controls, sensors and transducers, motors and actuators, fluid power, etc. and provides a preview of the other ELT classes that cover those subjects. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 268.
Prerequisite(s): ELT 1206 , ELT 2367
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ELT 2455 - Fluid Power
3 credits
Enables the student to study, construct, test and evaluate circuit diagrams, transmission of force and energy, pumps and motors, actuators, cylinders, valves, and control devices. Incorporates the construction of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits using industrial equipment in the laboratory. 68 contact hours. Note: This course was previously listed as ELT 255.
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EMS 1015 - Emergency Medical Responder
3 Credits
Provides the student with core knowledge and skills to function in the capacity of a first responder arriving at the scene of an emergency, providing supportive care until advanced EMS help arrives. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 115.
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EMS 1021 - EMT Fundamentals
3 Credits
Introduces the EMT student to pre-hospital emergency care. The topics included in this course are EMS systems, well-being of the EMT, communications, documentation, anatomy, airway management, and patient assessment. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 121.
Corequisite(s): EMS 1022 , EMS 1023 , and EMS 1070
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EMS 1022 - EMT Medical Emergencies
4 Credits
Provides the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) student with the knowledge and skills to effectively provide emergency care and transportation to a patient experiencing a medical emergency. This course focuses on the integration of the physical exam, medical history and pathophysiology when assessing and treating the medical patient. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 122.
Corequisite(s): EMS 1021 , EMS 1023 , and EMS 1070
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EMS 1023 - EMT Trauma Emergencies
2 Credits
Provides the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) student with the knowledge and skills to provide appropriate emergency care and transportation of a patient who has suffered a traumatic injury. The concepts of kinematics and the biomechanics of trauma, along with pathophysiology and injury patterns will provide the student with the ability to assess and manage the trauma patient. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 123.
Corequisite(s): EMS 1021 , EMS 1022 , and EMS 1070
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EMS 1024 - EMT Special Considerations
2 Credits
Provides the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) student with the knowledge and skills required to modify the assessment, treatment, and transportation of special patient populations and patients in special circumstances. This course also provides an overview of incident command, mass casualty incidents, vehicle extrication, air medical support, hazardous materials, and terrorism. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 124.
Corequisite(s): EMS 1021 , EMS 1022 , EMS 1023 and EMS 1070
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EMS 1026 - EMT Basic Refresher
2 Credits
Provides the student with a refresher course designed to meet the recertification requirements for the State of Colorado and/or a portion of the recertification requirements for National Registry. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 126.
Prerequisite(s): Current CPR card, current or less than 36 months expired EMT Basic certification.
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EMS 1030 - EMT Intravenous Therapy
2 Credits
Focuses on cognitive and skill practice as required by Colorado Pre-hospital Care program for EMT Basic level IV approval. Examines criteria, procedures and techniques for IV therapy, discusses fluid and electrolyte balance and principles and treatment for shock. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 130.
Required: Current State EMT Certification, all Hepatitis B vaccinations and current CPR card
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EMS 1062 - Wilderness - EMS Upgrade
3 Credits
Provides an enhanced understanding of assessment and treatment skills in a remote challenging environment to currently certified EMS professionals of all levels. This course is designed to align with a variety of Wilderness EMS upgrade programs that focus on wilderness concepts and skills. Students will receive Certification of Completion upon successful completion. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 162.
Required: EMR or higher certification
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EMS 1070 - EMT Clinical
1 Credit
Provides the EMT student with the clinical experience required for initial certification and some renewal processes. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 170.
Corequisite(s): EMS 1021 , EMS 1022 , EMS 1023 , and EMS 1024 ; or EMS 1026
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EMS 1081 - EMS Internship I
5 Credits
Provides the learner with the opportunity to apply clinical concepts, strategies, and skills in a supervised field internship setting as a pre-hospital healthcare provider. Under the supervision of a preceptor, participants will be expected to manage all aspects of an emergency call from the time of dispatch to patient transfer. This will include radio, verbal and written communications, legal and ethical issues, response activities, scene assessment and management, patient interaction, assessment, and treatment, patient disposition, and preparation for the next call. The course allows the learner to gain knowledge, skills, and experience that may be required for employment, or required as a pre-requisite for further Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education. The knowledge base for this course is based on current pre-hospital healthcare provider certification, and knowledge and skills acquired from EMS classes the participant has completed or is currently enrolled in. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 181.
Prerequisite(s): EMS 1070 , EMS 1030 , Department Approval
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EMS 1129 - AEMT Pharmacology
1 Credit
Provides the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) student with a basis for making clinical decisions in the pharmacologic management of patients commonly encountered in the pre-hospital setting. Topics include the legal and ethical aspects of pharmacotherapy, roles, responsibilities and techniques associated with medication preparation and administration, the classification and naming of medications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and medication calculations. In addition the mechanism of action, dose, route(s) of administration, therapeutic effects, adverse effects, and therapeutic indications for medications within the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician scope of practice are discussed in detail. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 129.
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EMS 2025 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice
3 Credits
Serves as the first course of the National Standard Paramedic Curriculum as approved by the Colorado State Department of Health and Environment. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 225.
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EMS 2026 - Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice-Lab
2 Credits
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to apply professional behavior, medical ethics, legal issues, patient assessment, therapeutic communication, clinical decision making, and airway management. Serves as the companion course to Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 226.
Required: Acceptance in paramedic program-site specific.
Corequisite(s): EMS 2025
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EMS 2027 - Paramedic Special Considerations
3 Credits
Focuses on a comprehensive study of Advanced Life Support Practice. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 227.
Required: Acceptance into paramedic program-site specific
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EMS 2028 - Paramedic Special Considerations Lab
2 Credits
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat neonatal, pediatric, geriatric, and special needs patients utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Special Considerations. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 228.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
Corequisite(s): EMS 2027
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EMS 2029 - Paramedic Pharmacology
3 Credits
Focuses on a comprehensive study of emergency pharmacology.
Required: Acceptance in paramedic program-site specific
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EMS 2030 - Paramedic Pharmacology Lab
2 Credits
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to safely and effectively administer emergency medications. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Pharmacology. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 230.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
Corequisite(s): EMS 2029
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EMS 2031 - Paramedic Cardiology
5 Credits
Addresses cardiology topics as presented in the National Standard Curriculum for paramedics. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 231.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
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EMS 2032 - Paramedic Cardiology Lab
1 Credit
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat patients presenting with cardiovascular emergencies utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Cardiology. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 232.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
Corequisite(s): EMS 2031
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EMS 2033 - Paramedic Medical Emergencies
4 Credits
Focuses on a comprehensive study of adult medical emergencies. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 233.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
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EMS 2034 - Paramedic Medical Emergencies Lab
1 Credit
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat patients with a variety of medical emergencies utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion course to Paramedic Medical Emergencies. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 234.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
Corequisite(s): EMS 2033
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EMS 2035 - Paramedic Trauma Emergencies
4 Credits
Focuses on a comprehensive study of adult and pediatric trauma emergencies. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 235.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
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EMS 2036 - Paramedic Trauma Emergencies Lab
1 Credit
Teaches the skills necessary for the paramedic to effectively assess and treat patients with a variety of traumatic emergencies utilizing skills and simulation scenarios. Serves as the companion lab course for Paramedic Trauma Emergencies. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 236.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
Corequisite(s): EMS 2035
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EMS 2037 - Paramedic Internship Preparatory
2 Credits
Reviews concepts and techniques used in the prehospital setting. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 237.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
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EMS 2075 - Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 275.
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EMS 2080 - Paramedic Internship I
6 Credits
Serves as the preceptor/internship program for paramedic students. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 280.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program-site specific
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EMS 2081 - Paramedic Internship II
6 Credits
Serves as the continuation of EMS 2080 , preceptor program for paramedic students. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 281.
Required: Acceptance to paramedic program site specific
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EMS 2085 - Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 285.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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EMS 3010 - Behavioral Assessment
3 Credits
Introduces several assessment tools and techniques to utilize when assessing a client in a behavioral setting. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 310.
Required: Admission to a BAS program
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EMS 3011 - Motivational Interviewing and De-escalation Techniques
3 Credits
Introduces the Motivational Interviewing (MI) concept as a client-centered and conversational method of communication designed to assist helping professionals address clients’ ambivalence to change. The course will also introduce de-escalation techniques aimed at calmly communicating with an agitated client in order to understand, manage, and resolve their concerns. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 311.
Required: Admission to a BAS program
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EMS 3012 - Trauma Informed Care and Assessment
3 Credits
Provides an overview of trauma-informed approaches, covering the types of trauma experienced, the impact of trauma on individuals, and principles of trauma-informed care. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 312.
Required: Admission to a BAS program
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EMS 3030 - Community Advocacy and Outreach
3 Credits
Introduces the role and function of the Community Paramedic (CP). The course provides insight into Community Paramedic’s specific role and function as a member of a health care team and part of a community. The course identifies the components of the role, defines the role, and explains “scope of service” for the position of CP. The role of the CP as an advocate for clients in the community is discussed. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 330.
Required: Admission to a BAS program
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EMS 3031 - Community Assessment
3 Credits
Introduces students to the role of the Community Paramedic (CP) as a member of the health care team in community assessment. The course presents concepts related to mapping community health care services, describing the demographics of the community, and assessing their impact on the health of the potential patients. The course will provide an understanding of community health services in order to understand the health care needs in the community. Note: This course was previously listed as EMS 331.
Required: Admission to a BAS program
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