Red Rocks Community College 1997-98 Catalog

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Where do our students learn? In state-of-the-art facilities on our main campus that include “smart” classrooms, brand-new science laboratories and a warm, inviting student center and fitness facilities to exercise your body as well as your mind. We have satellite centers in Conifer and Arvada. Dear Student, And if you can’t get to any of these sites, we use technology to bring our instructors to you—in your home, in your office At Red Rocks Community College, our mission is to or even on your high school campus. support you as a lifelong learner and to help you add value to the community in which you live and work. Our wide range of services and programs can assist you, regardless of Welcome to Red Rocks Community College—where learn- your stage in life. ing is for your life. Whether you are a first-time college student who’s planning Sincerely, to transfer core credits from Red Rocks to a four-year college or university; an individual eager to begin a new career; or a working adult who needs to “keep current,” we have classes and programs that will give you state-of-the-practice Dorothy Horrell, Ph.D. skills and information that will help you succeed. We support you with special services, such as child care, financial President aid and tutoring. Your fellow Red Rocks students will help too: We’re told the friendships that develop here are an important part of what makes the Red Rocks experience so special and unique.

Who are our students? We serve 13,000 each year. Thirty-nine percent are under age 25; 37 percent are between 25 and 40; and 24 percent are over the age of 40. About half attend daytime classes, 28 percent attend evening classes, and the rest attend on weekends or electronically. Fifty-nine percent are studying business—including computers—and social sciences. The rest are studying scientific or technical subjects. Fifteen percent have already completed at least a bachelor’s degree.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 1 Table of Contents

College Calendar 3 Red Rocks Community College is one of the fastest-growing of the General Information 4 Mission, Purpose, Values, Vision and Campus Locations 12 comprehensive junior and community colleges within the Admissions and Advising Information 5-6 Colorado Community College and Occupational Education System. It Admissions, Admissions Procedures, Advising, High School is governed by the State Board for Community Colleges and Students, Inter-Institutional Registration, International Students, Occupational Education. Counseling, Career Planning and Workplace Experience, Readmission of Former Students, Transcripts, Transfer of Credits, Credit Evaluation from Foreign Countries Tuition and Financial Aid 7 Tuition and Fees, Non-Resident Students, Senior Citizens Tuition, Financial Obligations of Students, Financial Aid, Red Rocks Community College Foundation Learning and Resource Center (LARC) 8 Assessment, Computer Access, Learning Development, Library, Services for Special Populations Additional Learning Opportunities 9-10 Arranged Courses, Independent Study, Live Education Transmission (LET), Self-Paced Courses, Writing Centers, Self- Paced CD-ROM Courses, Telecourses, Weekend College™, Cooperative Education/Internships, Colorado Environmental Safety Training Center, The OSHA Training Institute, The Red Rocks Institute, Warren Tech Student Resources 11 Bookstore, Cafeteria, Child Care, Fitness Center, Job Placement/ Internships, Multicultural Activities, Safety, Student Center, Student Leadership Association (SLA) Academic Standards 12-14 Academic Integrity, Attendance, Course Load, Evaluation and Grading, S.T.A.R. for Grades, Primary Grading Symbols, Additional Grading Symbols, Grade Point Average (GPA) Calculation, Academic Second Chance, Repeating Courses, Phi Theta Kappa, Veterans Progress, Honors List, Honors Program For Your Information 15 Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Privacy Notification Students with Disabilities, Drug/Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program Degree and Certificates 16-17 Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of General Studies— Specialist, Associate of General Studies—Generalist, Associate of Applied Science, Certificates General Education Core Transfer Program 18-19 Associate of Arts Degree (Core Requirements), Associate of Science Degree (Core Requirements), Core Courses, Approved Elective Credit Course List for the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science Degrees Transfer Agreements with Four-Year Colleges & Universities 19 Graduation Requirements 20-29 Catalog Requirements, Degrees Awarded, Certificate Requirements, Recognition of Achievement, Courses That Are Not Applicable Toward Any Degree, Other Graduation Policies, Petitioning for Waivers and/or Program Substitutions Instructional Programs 30-92 Course Descriptions 93-166 Directory 167-173 Colorado State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education, College Advisory Council, President’s Leadership Team, Administrators, Professional Technical Staff, Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Classified Staff Index 174-176

2 Red Rocks Community College Catalog College Calendar

Fall Sessions 1997: August - December June 23 ...... Registration Begins August 25...... Lakewood and Mountain Center Classes Begin Red Rocks Community College August 30-September 1 ...... Labor Day Weekend (All Campuses Closed) 13300 West Sixth Avenue, Lakewood, September 2...... Arvada Classes Begin Colorado 80228-1255 September 5...... Weekend Classes Begin (303) 914-6600 September 10 ...... Application Deadline www.rrcc.cccoes.edu for Fall Graduation October 21...... No Classes; Faculty and Staff Development Day November 26-30 ...... No Classes; Fall Break November 27...... Thanksgiving Holiday (All Campuses Closed) December 14...... Fall Sessions End Accredited by December 25-January 1...... Winter Break The Commission on Institutions of Higher (All Campuses Closed) Education of the Spring Sessions 1998: January - May North Central Association of Colleges and December 1...... Registration Begins Schools January 20...... Lakewood and Mountain 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Center Classes Begin January 26...... Arvada Classes Begin Chicago, IL 60602-2504 February 5...... Application Deadline for Spring Graduation March 16-20...... No Classes; Spring Break April 11-12 ...... All Campuses Closed; Easter Weekend April 14 ...... No Classes; All College Programs approved by Development Day May 12...... Spring Sessions End State Board for Community Colleges and May 15...... Commencement Occupational Education 1391 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 600 PLEASE NOTE: Denver, CO 80204 • Courses begin and end throughout each session and may have different starting and ending dates. Please refer to the current Class Planning Schedule for specific dates. The Class Planning Schedule is available at all campus locations and on the world wide web at www.rrcc.cccoes.edu. This catalog is effective beginning • In addition to the courses appearing in the Class Planning Fall Semester 1997. Schedule, other specialized courses and programs are available throughout the year. Beginning and ending dates may vary. Please refer to appropriate literature for specific offerings and dates. • Although this catalog has been prepared on the basis of the best information available at the time, the information it contains is subject to change without notice or obligation.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 3 General Information

Mission Campus Locations The mission of Red Rocks Community Lakewood Campus College is to develop and support lifelong 13300 West Sixth Avenue learners so that they may live fuller lives and Lakewood, CO 80228-1255 add value to the communities in which they Phone: (303) 914-6600 live and work. Red Rocks Community College was established in 1969 as a new campus of the Purpose Community College of Denver to the west. It The purpose of Red Rocks Community moved from a temporary site on West Quail College is to give students opportunities for Street in Lakewood to the present 140 acre lifelong learning as a foundation for full partic- main campus in phases from 1971-1975. On ipation in the global community. To do this, we July 1, 1983, the Red Rocks Campus became provide: Red Rocks Community College—its own entity • The first two years of baccalaureate edu- within the Colorado State system. In 1990, cation for transfer to four-year campuses were established in Arvada and colleges and universities. Conifer to meet growing demands for Red Rocks’ services. • Occupational and business education designed to meet individual, local and Today, the college serves more than 13,000 regional employer needs. students from throughout Colorado, the U.S. and around the world annually. The typical • Customized training and consulting for the student is 31 years old, working and attend- public and private sector. ing school part-time. More than 500 courses • Basic skills education to give under-pre- and 100 different programs and complete pared students access to post- secondary scheduling flexibility meet a variety of educa- education, entry-level employment, or job tional goals, including professional upgrades. certification, a transferrable two-year degree • Student support services ranging from and updated job skills. financial aid to child care that assist stu- Arvada Campus dents with diverse backgrounds, needs Ridge Home Site and educational objectives. 10185 Ridge Road Arvada, CO 80033 • Community services including cultural Phone: (303) 420-9550 programs, non-credit offerings, and FAX: (303) 420-9572 forums designed to encourage diversity of thought about public issues. Established in 1990, the Arvada Campus is known for its innovative schedule options, and Values friendly atmosphere. A variety of services are Red Rocks Community College celebrates offered here, including general classrooms, learning as the process that changes and a computer classroom, an open Computer improves lives. Our students benefit from the Lab, a Learning Resource Center with assess- friendly, caring and supportive environment that ment testing, Social Sciences Self-Paced Lab, is created by our knowledgeable, dedicated Math Lab, Writing Lab, textbook sales and an and helpful faculty and staff. Our respect for Advising Center. the diverse individuals and communities we Mountain Center serve nurtures the special spirit of Red Rocks 10441 County Hwy 73 Community College. By setting standards of Conifer, CO 80433 excellence for ourselves and by placing a high Phone: (303) 982-5233 FAX: (303) 982-5232 value on integrity, honesty, teamwork, communication and innovation, we assist others in Established in 1990, the Mountain Center realizing their greatest potential. houses general purpose classrooms, a Computer Lab, a self-paced Math and Social Vision Science Center and a Writing Lab. Services As a leader in learning, Red Rocks include assessment testing, advising, finan- Community College will be a valued partner cial aid information, registration and on-site in transforming lives and building communi- textbook sales. ties.

4 Red Rocks Community College Catalog High School Students Form I-20A will be issued to you when all of Admissions and High school students may earn Red Rocks the above documents are on file in Admissions/Advising and a decision to admit credits and high school credits at the same you is made. Please allow sufficient time to Advising time. To enroll at Red Rocks, you must follow gather and submit all required documenta- the admissions procedures described tion so that admittance may be determined Information above, and: prior to the beginning of the session. You will not be admitted to the College after the 5th 1. See your high school counselor to make day of the session. International students are Admissions arrangements for certification of credit. Red Rocks Community College welcomes considered out-of-state (non-resident) for anyone who can benefit from our instruc- 2. Submit a special “Underage Student tuition purposes. Information: (303) 914- tional programs and courses, including high Application” form, available in Admissions, 6538 or (303) 914-6315 school graduates and non-graduates 18- with your assessment test scores. International students are not admitted years-old or older. Admission does not after the 5th day of the session. assure acceptance into a particular course or Information: (303) 914-6234 program. Some programs have limited space (Please see Warren Tech, page 10.) International students must also comply with and special admissions procedures; appli- the following: cants for these programs must contact the particular division. Although you may enroll Inter-Institutional 1. The ASSET test is required for all in any course in which you have a reason- International students (including visiting able expectation for completion, if you have Registration students) are required to follow the a learning deficiency, you may be requested Admissions can assist you with concurrent placement recommendations indicated to enroll in courses designed to correct it. registration at the University of Colorado at as a result of this test. Denver or Metropolitan State College of The college may review your enrollment if 2. International students are expected to you do not appear to be profiting from Denver. International students must meet the comply with all immigration requirements. instruction or if your enrollment poses a haz- host institution’s English language proficiency U.S. Immigration and Naturalization ard to yourself or others. Questions of requirements. Information: (303) 914-6356 admissibility are reviewed by the Vice Service Regulations require that President of Learning Design and Support International students on F-1 visas Services and the President who will make the International Students carry and complete a full course of final decision. Admission based on false If you are an international student, you must study (minimum of 12 credit hours per statements or documents may be reversed submit the following documents: semester) and that they complete their and credits completed under these circum- educational objectives within a reasonable stances may be revoked. 1. Application for Admission period of time. Admissions Procedures 2. One certified English translation of an Unauthorized courses will not be 1. Submit an “Application for Admission” official high school, college or equivalent recognized by Red Rocks. International form (available in Admissions) at (303) transcript students from other colleges pursuing 914-6354, including the declaration course work at Red Rocks must provide of program, major or area of study. If 3. A statement of financial resources authorization from their home campus you are undecided, contact the sufficient for tuition and living expenses in addition to an “Application for Admissions and Counseling Center at while in the United States Admission” prior to being admitted to (303) 914-6255. Red Rocks. 4. A minimum score of 475 on the 2. Take a basic skills assessment test 3. International students are considered out- before registration to assist in making TOEFL for college-level classes of-state (non- residents) for tuition appropriate educational plans. (TOEFL preparation is offered through purposes. Information: (303) 914-6720 the Learning and Resource Center.) 3. See an academic advisor and complete If you do not meet the required Contact International Student Advisors the registration process. minimum TOEFL score, you may be in the Admissions and Counseling admitted on a one-semester provisional Center at (303) 914-6538 or (303) Advising basis and may enroll in some college- 914-6315 for information. After completing the basic skills assessment level classes based on assessment test required for admission, you are encouraged to scores. obtain counseling for help with selecting and scheduling courses; determining prerequi- 5. Proof of Health Insurance sites; faculty assistance for specific program Every semester you are automatically information; graduation requirement evaluation billed for health insurance coverage and appropriate application of assessment unless you are able to provide proof test results. Advisors can also help with spe- of health insurance to an International cific program planning if you intend to Student Advisor within seven calendar transfer to a four year college or university. days of registration. (See Transfer Agreements with Four-Year Colleges & Universities.) Information: (303) 6. Copy of form I-20 I.D. if transferring 914-6255 from a previous school

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 5 Career Planning and Transcripts 4. The college allows students to challenge If you need your Red Rocks transcripts for- courses by taking special exams and/or Workplace Experience earning credit for prior learning. Contact If you are planning for your first career, a warded, a “Transcript Request” form is the Learning and Resource Center (LARC) midcourse career change, or want to available in Admissions. Transcripts will not for more information at (303) 914-6700. enhance your existing job skills, Red Rocks be provided for students who have not ful- Career Development specialists can help. filled all financial obligations to the college. 5. The college will accept transfer credit only Using career and interest inventories and Information: (303) 914-6352 from post-secondary institutions accred- computerized information, they can assist ited by one of the six regional accrediting you in selecting what you need from among Transfer of Credits associations. Credits earned by a student hundreds of options. They can also help you If you are pursuing a degree or certificate enrolled in a Colorado community college take advantage of Red Rocks’ Career and wish previous college credits to be con- which are applicable to a specific AAS Development Seminar and the Colorado sidered for transfer, submit official transcripts degree or occupational certificate shall be Career Information System (COCIS). Finally, to Student Records no later than the semes- accepted as meeting degree or certificate Career Development specialists can help with ter preceding graduation. If you are a veteran requirements in an equivalent program. referrals through consultation with faculty, staff, usin V.A. benefits you must submit transcripts community resources, as well as other colleges of all previous post-secondary education and Credit Evaluation from and universities. Information: (303) 914- training within 30 days after the beginning of 6255 or (303) 914-6258 your first class. Information: (303) 914- Foreign Countries Credits earned for study outside the U.S. 6355 must be evaluated by a foreign student advi- Readmission of Former 1. Initial transcript evaluation is done in sor after you have enrolled at Red Rocks Students Student Records. Community College. Two copies of the for- If you are returning to Red Rocks after an eign country transcript must be provided; 2. Grade point average (GPA) from transfer absence of more than one year, you must one original untranslated copy (with official institutions is not calculated into the Red apply for readmission. If you have earned documentation), and one certified English Rocks Community College GPA. credit at another college in the interim and translation. You may also have an outside are pursuing a degree or certificate, you 3. The college reserves the right to validate agency complete the evaluation and provide must also submit a transcript. Subsequent and examine all credits to determine the required documentation with prior registration is contingent upon receipt of all obsolescence of content. In the event that approval from the Red Rocks foreign student required documents, which become prop- course work is found to be obsolete, you advisor. erty of the college. may be required to update the credit.

6 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Senior Citizens Tuition • Scholarships: Colorado Scholars Tuition and In-state students over the age of 60 may be • Grants: Federal Pell Grants, Colorado eligible for a one-half tuition grant for State Grant, Colorado State Incentive Financial Aid courses taken for credit. Complete the Grant, Federal Supplemental Educat- “Senior Citizens Grant Program” form avail- ional Opportunity Grant; Colorado able in the Financial Aid Office. All fees will Diversity Grant, Colorado Part-Time Tuition and Fees be assessed. Grant Tuition rates are set annually by the State • Loans: Federal Stafford Student Loans, Board for Community Colleges and Financial Obligations of Federal Parent Loan (PLUS) Occupational Education. In addition to tuition, there is a non-refundable registration fee, a Students • Self-Help: Federal and Colorado Payments for tuition, fees and materials are parking/student fee and a Student Center Work Study Program due on the specified date published in the fee. For current deadlines and methods of Class Planning Schedule or at the time the Once the application for financial aid has payment, consult the latest Class Planning obligations are incurred. You are not consid- been completed and submitted, your request Schedule. ered officially registered until tuition and fees takes approximately 12 to 14 weeks to are paid. If you are in any way financially process. Although the application for finan- Non-Resident Students obligated to the college or have failed to cial aid may be submitted throughout the For tuition purposes, Colorado law deter- account for college property in your posses- year, “priority dates” have been established mines whether a student is classified as sion, you may be denied a transcript and to assure the availability of funding. in-state (resident) or out-of-state (non-resi- registration for subsequent sessions until you Priority Dates dent). Your initial classification is based on have made a satisfactory arrangement with information supplied on the “Application for the college. To Receive Aid For: Apply By: Admission”. Financial Aid Fall 1997 May 1, 1997 To change a non-resident to resident status, About one-third of Red Rocks students bene- Spring 1998 October 1, 1997 obtain a petition form for in-state status from fit from some type of financial aid each year. Summer 1998 March 1, 1998 Admissions. A copy of the regulations govern- Four types are available. Scholarships are gen- ing residency classification is a part of the erally based on academic performance, Red Rocks Community petition. Deadlines for submission of the peti- accomplishments and need. Grants are federal tion are published each session. Petitions and state programs based on need. Neither College Foundation received after the deadline will not be consid- scholarships nor grants require repayment. Scholarships in varying amounts for the fall ered until the following session. Loans provide funds while you are attending and spring sessions are available through the Red Rocks Community College Foundation. Changes in classification become effective at school. Work-study agreements allow you to For information or an application, please call the time of your next registration.The final work for the college while you are enrolled. (303) 914-6425. decision regarding tuition status is deter- The Financial Aid Office (303) 914-6256 can mined by the Vice President of Learning provide details and application forms for the Design and Support Services. following:

Resident Non-Resident Credits Estimated Registration Student Technology Total Credits Estimated Registration Student Technology Total Tuition* Fee Fees** Fee*** Tuition* Fee Fees** Fee*** 1 $ 54.30 $ 9.00 $7.30 $2.00 $ 72.60 1 $ 252.25 $ 9.00 $7.30 $2.00 $ 270.55 2 108.60 9.00 14.60 4.00 136.20 2 504.50 9.00 14.60 4.00 532.10 3 162.90 9.00 21.90 6.00 199.80 3 756.75 9.00 21.90 6.00 793.65 4 217.20 9.00 29.20 8.00 263.40 4 1,009.00 9.00 29.20 8.00 1,055.20 5 271.50 9.00 36.50 10.00 327.00 5 1,261.25 9.00 36.50 10.00 1,316.75 6 325.80 9.00 43.80 12.00 390.60 6 1,513.50 9.00 43.80 12.00 1,578.30 7 380.10 9.00 51.10 14.00 454.20 7 1,765.75 9.00 51.10 14.00 1,839.85 8 434.40 9.00 58.40 16.00 517.80 8 2,018.00 9.00 58.40 16.00 2,101.40 9 488.70 9.00 65.70 18.00 581.40 9 2,270.25 9.00 65.70 18.00 2,362.95 10 543.00 9.00 73.00 20.00 645.00 10 2,522.50 9.00 73.00 20.00 2,624.50 11 597.30 9.00 80.30 22.00 708.60 11 2,774.75 9.00 80.30 22.50 2,886.05 12 651.60 9.00 87.60 24.00 772.20 12 3,027.00 9.00 87.60 24.00 3,147.60 13 705.90 9.00 87.60 26.00 828.50 13 3,279.25 9.00 87.60 26.00 3,401.85 14 760.20 9.00 87.60 28.00 884.80 14 3,531.50 9.00 87.60 28.00 3,656.10 15 814.50 9.00 87.60 30.00 941.10 15 3,783.75 9.00 87.60 30.00 3,910.35 Overload charge of $54.30 per credit hour over 15 credits. Overload charge of $252.25 per credit hour over 15 credits. Charges for partial credits: Charges for partial credits: 0.5 27.15 9.00 3.65 1.00 40.80 0.5 126.13 9.00 3.65 1.00 139.78 1.33 72.22 9.00 9.71 2.66 93.59 1.33 334.49 9.00 9.71 2.66 356.86 2.67 144.98 9.00 19.49 5.34 178.81 2.67 673.51 9.00 19.49 5.34 707.34 *Subject to change. At press time, the SBCCOE has not determined what the tuition rates will be for the Fall 1997 semester. The amounts presented here are estimates. **Student Fees of $7.30 per credit hour include: Student Activity Fee—$4.00, Student Center Fee—$2.50, Parking Fee—$0.80, Total=$7.30 ***For Fall 1997, a Technology Fee may be charged at all community colleges. The college anticipates that this new fee may be $2.00 per credit hour, if imposed.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 7 Computer Access Learning and The LARC provides adaptive programs, equipment and training for students with disabilities. Through course offerings such as Resource Center adaptive word processing and adaptive spreadsheets, students learn to use speech (LARC) synthesizers, screen readers, screen magni- fiers voice input systems, Grammatik and Combining one-on-one instruction with the on-line dictionaries. latest in state-of-the-art technology, the LARC offers myriad services in one conve- nient place. You can take advantage of the Learning Development LARC’s many self-paced courses in math, The LARC offers developmental English and English, computers and social sciences, as math, as well as reading, vocabulary, spelling well as access a variety of learning tools in and study skills classes. Weekly seminars on the friendly, comfortable environment that learning styles, note taking, test anxiety, the LARC offers you. These tools include CD- memory techniques and other topics will help ROMs and on-line computer services; the you with any class you are taking. library and its extensive resources; tutoring in Preparatory classes are offered for students a variety of subjects, including writing; studying to take the GED, ACT, SAT, GRE or assessment and placement testing to see PLACE tests. Practice testing for the General what classes are right for you; services for Education Diploma (GED) exam is available at people with disabilities; weekly learning sem- no cost. ESL (English as a Second Language) inars; and much more. and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Information: (303) 914-6700 Language) classes are offered and combine classroom learning with individual study of videotapes, audio tapes and CD-ROM tutori- Assessment als. Credit for Prior Learning If you are currently enrolled, you may receive Library academic credit for education you have The library offers extensive print, audiovisual and attained through earlier schooling, work, electronic information services. CARL, the experiential learning or other non-traditional library’s on-line catalog, offers access to the means, as long as it is comparable to courses Red Rocks catalog, to the catalogs of many offered at Red Rocks and related to your cur- area libraries and to full-text articles from on or rent program. off campus. CD-ROMS provide thousands of full-text articles from major newspapers, • CLEP (College Level Examination Program) magazines and journals. The library’s video • Challenge Exams collection provides an alternative means of learning about subjects taught in Red Rocks • Portfolio (Documentation of past learning) classes and the 50,000- volume book collection supports more traditional research. Other Tests Available: Library Internet access opens the World Wide • ACT (College Entrance Exam) Web and Gopher systems to the Red Rocks community, while Interlibrary Loan lets you • ASSET, COMPASS (Red Rocks borrow materials from virtually any library in assessment tests) the world. • Authorized Prometic Testing Center Computerized certification and license testing for software publishers, state Services for Special and federal governments and Populations educational entrance exams. This service of the LARC provides advocacy, assessment, direction, learning skills and • C-HORBET (Computerized Health school-to-employment transitioning for indi- Occupations Test) viduals with physical or learning disabilities. • Colorado Vocational Educator Test Resources include Computer Access (described above) and individualized assistance • FAA, FCC licensing tests with advising, vocational assessment, career planning and instructional support. • GATB (General Aptitude Test Battery for Jefferson County referrals) Tutorial services are available for occupational students having difficulty with their • Oral English Proficiency Test classes and for transfer majors whose grades (Colorado Educator License Test) fall below average in a selected content area. Free tutoring and vocational assessment are • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign also provided to students who are Applied Language) Science majors.

8 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Self-Paced Study Additional Self-paced courses are available on the Lakewood, Arvada and Conifer campuses. The Telecourses Learning objectives and content of self-paced courses Telecourses are based on a series of pro- are the same as those of classroom courses fessionally-produced television programs Opportunities and are accredited and transferrable. Attend developed by professional instructional an orientation at one of the three campuses; design specialists and college faculty. Videos Red Rocks recognizes that today’s students then complete the course work at your own may be viewed or taped at home from pace, on your own time, using textbooks, lead busy lives that require juggling home, KRMA-TV or viewed or checked out from the work, family and community responsibilities study guides and other resources. Take library on the Lakewood or Conifer Campus. as well as the need to meet educational exams at your local site. Self-paced courses goals. The college offers a variety of learning are open entry (except for ENG courses); Work with coordinated print materials (text- innovations that make our offerings available you may register at any time and have 15 book, supplementary readings, study guides to you 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. weeks to complete the course work. etc.). Faculty provide orientation, optional Information: (303) 914-6700 review/discussion sessions and individual attention on the Lakewood Campus or by Arranged Courses phone. Exams are taken at any of our three You can work with your instructors to sched- Writing Centers campuses. Information: (303) 914-6700 ule course times, days and locations to meet Experts are available to assist you with your your individual needs. writing skills by identifying problem areas and providing one-on-one instruction. They will Weekend College™ teach you to generate, organize and develop Red Rocks’ Weekend College™ has grown in Independent Study ideas; revise and edit with confidence; and response to the educational needs of working Most areas of study at Red Rocks offer handle issues of format and documentation. opportunities to engage in intensive study adults. The focus of Weekend College™ is to and/or research on a topic under the direc- provide classes that allow you to work and go tion of a qualified faculty member. Self-Paced CD-ROM to school at the same time. The complete Independent study course content, credit Associate of Arts Transfer Degree and the and contact hours are determined jointly by Courses If you have some background in computer Associate of Arts with an Emphasis in Business you, the appropriate Instructional Vice degree are available. Either degree may be President and the instructor, whose applications, consider Microsoft Office Suite self-paced CD-ROM courses on the completed within two years by attending class permission is required prior to register. just on the weekend. Classes meet for the Independent Study may be taken an unlim- Lakewood Campus. After attending an orien- same number of hours as traditional classes ited number of times, but no more than six tation with the instructor, you check out a semester credits may be applied to any CD-ROM disk to learn at your own pace and meet. Class formats differ according to disci- Associate Degree program. on your own time. Since CD-ROM technology pline. In general, classes run for three, six, or allows random access, you may spend more or nine-week blocks. Many elective courses and less time on a topic as needed. Testing is a number of other classes are also offered. Live Education completed on-line. You may meet with the You may choose to get your degree by taking Transmission (LET) instructor in person, via e-mail or in regularly weekend classes only, or by combining Distance education technology brings two- scheduled “chat rooms” on-line. Information: weekend classes and other classes. The way, interactive classes from Red Rocks’ (303) 914-6700 Weekend College™ operates year round, Lakewood Campus to local sites in Bailey, January through December. Classes begin Idaho Springs and Black Hawk. See, hear and every three weeks. Information: (303) 914- talk with the instructor and students in other 6535 locations for lively exchanges using the latest information-age tools. Information: (303) 914-6700

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 9 Colorado Environmental The OSHA Training Warren Tech Safety Training Center Institute: Rocky Mountain Students at Red Rocks and the Warren Tech, The Colorado Environmental Safety Training Jefferson County Schools’ technical center for Education Center high school students, may take selected Center offers entry-level training, certification Red Rocks is one of five national Occupational and skill upgrades through a variety of classes at either institution. The following Health And Safety Training Institute centers, classes and workshops. A close working rela- programs, described more fully in the tionship with local, state and federal offering hands-on experiential instruction in Warren Tech Program catalog, are available regulatory agencies as well as local busi- classes and workshops as well as consulting. to Red Rocks students: nesses makes it possible to offer the most Information: (303) 914-6420 Auto Collision Repair I, II, III & IV current information, technical assistance and Auto Mechanics on-site training available. Information: (303) Business Services & Technology I, II, III & IV 914-6325 The Red Rocks Institute The Institute is Red Rocks customized train- Carpentry I, II, III & IV Computer Technology I & II ing and consulting arm, offering assistance to Cooperative Education/ Dental Assisting I & II area businesses in developing the knowledge, Drafting I, II, III & IV Internships skills, technical expertise and managerial quali- Early Childhood Professions I & II As an extension and application of classroom ties of their employees. Services are tailored to Horticulture I, II, III & IV learning, many opportunities are available for meet scheduling and content needs of each Hospitality I & II work experience under the supervision of business. Information: (303) 277-0395 Industrial & Design Technology professional business and industry person- Manicuring I nel. A qualified faculty member coordinates In addition, the Institute’s Small Business Masonry Arts I, II, III & IV and supervises the program, working with Development Center (SBDC) provides coun- Multimedia Communications I & II you and the employer during site visits, over seling, training, information and research Printing Technology I, II, III & IV the telephone and through student and super- assistance to small businesses in all stages of Restaurant Arts I & II visor reports. development. The SBDC is sponsored jointly Small Engine & Motorcycle Tech I, II, III & IV A “Training Agreement” signed by you, the by the college and the U.S. Small Business Welding I, II, III & IV college and the employer defines the Administration. Information: (303) 277-1840 Warren Tech and other high school responsibilities of all parties. In addition, you students wishing to enroll in a technical pro- identify job-oriented learning objectives for gram should contact their advisors. approval by the work supervisor and faculty Information: (303) 982-8603 or (303) 914- coordinator. Weekly time sheets, appropriate 6356 individual assignments and a final report are also required to comply with specific program requirements. Evaluation of the work experience is similar to that used in other courses, with additional emphasis on the employer’s rating which constitutes part of the final evaluation process. A minimum of 45 clock hours of cooperative work experience are required to earn each hour of college Co-op credit. Most program areas offer work experience opportunities, and some require them for graduation. The total number of credit hours which may apply toward a degree in a specific area is identified in the “Instructional Program” section of this catalog. For programs not requiring work experience, Co-op is considered an approved substitute or an elective upon permission of the faculty advisor. All Cooperative Education/Internship courses carry a course/program prefix and are numbered 297. Permission of the faculty coordinator and cooperative education employer supervisor are required to enroll. Unless waived by the appropriate Instructional Vice President, COE 296 or COM 115 (Job Search Process) is also required. Information: (303) 914-6258

10 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Student Job Placement/Internships Safety Resources A wide range of full-time, part-time and tem- The Red Rocks Campus Police provide emer- porary jobs are available to current and gency, vehicular and victim assistance, as well Bookstore former students through the Lakewood cam- as escorts to vehicles, and lost and found ser- The Red Rocks Bookstore supplies new and pus Job Placement Office. While the college vices. In case of an emergency on the used textbooks, recommended titles, refer- cannot guarantee employment, every effort Lakewood campus, call extension 6411, oth- is made to maintain ongoing contact with ence books and supplies for art and drafting. erwise call (303) 914-6394 College specialty items are also available. business and industry in order to generate Information: (303) 989-3794 (Lakewood appropriate employment opportunities. In campus) or (303) 838-5588 (Conifer cam- addition, the Job Placement Office coordi- Student Center pus) nates on-campus recruiting and presentations The Lakewood campus Student Center offers from business and industry; maintains job various activities including: community events, Cafeteria announcements and outlook surveys; and pro- entertainment leadership programs, lectures, vides resume preparation, counseling, The Red Rocks Cafe on the Lakewood cam- lockers, publications, recreation, student pus serves hot and cold selections during interviewing workshops and other job search clubs and student ID cards. peak meal hours. Information: (303) 914- skills. Details regarding the college’s work- 6374 study program on campus are also available Visit the Student Center’s newly constructed through the Job Placement Office. area including the Mountainside Espresso Child Care Information: (303) 914-6258 Bar, Riccochet Court, Fox Tail TV Room, The The Children’s Center at Red Rocks offers Practical job experience can extend and help Den (programming events), The Mart (ven- care for toilet-trained children between 2 you apply what you learn in the classroom. dor space), The Nook (study area), Fox years, 9 months and 5 years. Red Rocks stu- Through Red Rocks’ Internship Programs, dents receive a 10 percent discount. Hollow (pool tables, video games, and vending Information: (303) 914-6328 you can work, learn and get college credit machines), Student Project Center (equipped while you’re working for some of the area’s with computers for student use), The Great Child care training and referral services, best-known employers. Information: (303) Hall (study and relaxation area), Student including vacancy information and nanny 914-6258 care, are available from Red Rocks’ Family Leadership Association, student clubs and First Child Care Resource and Referral. The Job Placement Office at Red Rocks can Phi Theta Kappa offices. Information: (303) Information: (303) 969-9500 help you attain employment through their 914-6370 or (303) 914-6248 diverse job listings, individual resume assistance, interviewing workshops and Red Rocks’ Children’s Center— internships. Student Leadership A caring place for kids to learn and grow Association (SLA) Multicultural Activities SLA represents student interests within the Red Rocks is active in our multicultural com- college’s governance structure and decision- Fitness Center munity and offers individualized assistance To participate in a program that includes indi- making processes as well as plans various for minority students in all aspects of our stu- activities. To join, you must pay fees and vidual analysis and prescribed training for total dent services. There is an active Cultural maintain a 2.5 GPA. Information: (303) fitness, register for PHE 100 or PHE 150. Diversity Council comprising students, fac- 914-6372 Information: (303) 914-6375 or Conifer at ulty and staff. Information: (303) 914-6234 (303) 838-5588

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 11 Course Load Additional Grading Academic For most students, a typical academic course Symbols: requires two hours of outside preparation for Standards each hour spent in class. For example: A 15 Grade Description semester-credit course load represents a AUAudit.If you want to take a course Academic Standards are those Red Rocks commitment of 45 hoursper week—consist- without earning semester credit, you Community College policies and proceduresthat can register to audit that course.You assure all aspects of the college’s learning ing of 15 hours in class and 30 hours of must pay tuition and fees for the course environment are functioning optimally. outside preparation. and declare your intentionto audit no The average full-time course load is 15 later than the course’s tuition refund Academic Integrity semester credits for each fall and spring ses- date. Once you have registered to At Red Rocks, academic integrity is the ethi- sion. During the summer session, the audit a course, you cannot change cal foundation upon which the average full-time course load is 12 semester your registration from auditing to academic community pursues professional, credits. Students registering for fewer than earning semester credit for the course. administrative and scholarly endeavors. 12 credits are classified as part-time. You The college will not award semester Everyone associated with the college’s acad- need written permission from your advisorto credit for any audited course. emic community has a responsibility for enroll for more than 18 semester credits dur- establishing, maintaining, and fosteringunder- ing any academic session. W Withdrawal.Through Admissions, standing and respect for academic integrity. you have officially withdrawn from Following are some principles associated the course or the college by the with academic integrity to which we expect Evaluation and Grading approved date and time. students to adhere: The evaluation of your achievement or mas- •Assume responsibility and take credit tery is based upon learning objectives. CRCredit.You have achieved the only for the words, and/or ideas in an Achievement means successfully reachinga learning objectives for the course academic exercise that are expressly specified level of knowledge or understand- with a grade of C (or better). The one’s own. ing. Mastery means successfully reaching a instructor for that course evaluates •Use information, computer programs, level of competency in a skill. your achievement on a credit/no-credit disks, another student’s work, study aids, basis. The CR symbol is limited to and/or other materials, only when Your final course grades are assigned at the specific courses designated by certain allowed by the instructor. end of each session for classes taken during disciplines of study. •Remove materials from the library, labs, that session. If you need an earlier grade and other college facilities, only when report, contact the instructor before the end NCNo-credit.You have not achieved an official representative of the college of the course and request an “early release of the learning objectives for the course grants permission. a grade” letter. This letter is unofficial. The with a minimum grade of C. The •Use copyrighted materials only with official grade report will be mailed from instructor for that course evaluates permission. Records approximatelytwo weeks after the your achievement on a credit/no-credit •Refuse to help another commit an act last day of a session. basis. The NC symbol is limited to of academic dishonesty. specific courses designated by certain Academic dishonesty is the intentional act of disciplines of study. fraud when an individual claims credit for the S.T.A.R. for Grades If you wish to obtain your grades, call 572- I Incomplete.If you are not able to work of another, usesunauthorized materi- S.T.A.R. (572-7827). Press 2 for grades.Enter complete the learning objectives als or fabricatesinformation in any scholarly before the end of a course because exercise. Academic dishonesty also includes, your Social Security Number and personal of verifiable extenuating circumstances, but is not limited to, forging educa- access code (which is your birth month and tional documents,damaging or birthday). the instructor can assign an Incomplete destroying the works of another or assisting grade at his or herdiscretion. Before others in acts of academic deception. you can be eligibleto receive an I, Primary Grading you must have completed a minimum of If you are aware of an incident of academicdis- two-thirds of the course work with a honesty, please report the occurrence to a Symbols: grade of C (or better) by the faculty member, department chair or adminis- Grade Description withdrawal date (see W). Before the trator. Students committing academicdishonesty A Distinguished achievement for will be subject to disciplinary action: failing superior work end of the course, you are responsible for the assignment and/or course,and/or being making arrangements with the expelled from the college. B Better than acceptable achievement instructor for the preparation of an C Acceptable achievement for Incomplete Grade Contract. If you do not Attendance advancement in the same or complete the course work by the To get the most benefit from your instruction, related studies agreed upon deadline date, the instructor will change the I into the you should attend each class, come to class D Less than acceptable achievement prepared, arrive on time, hand in assign- for advancement in the same or letter grade stipulated in the contract. ments when due and take exams when related studies (Credit may not transfer) scheduled. In addition, you need to comply with attendance policies set by individual F Failed to achieve or master the instructors. learning objectives of the course

12 Red Rocks Community College Catalog SP Satisfactory Progress. Under the GPA Calculation Example: Phi Theta Kappa college’s continuous enrollment policy, Red Rocks sponsors a chapter of Phi Theta certain courses have been designated Prefix Grade/Points AHRS EHRS QHRS QPTS Kappa, the national student honorary organi- open-entry. You are eligible to receive an SP only if you are enrolled in an ART 131 B 3 3 3 3 9(3X3) zation. Club members offer tutoring programs, open-entry course. By the end of the BIO 227 W — 3 0 0 0 raise money for charity and conduct educa- academic session, you must have tional forums. To be eligible for membership, completed course work (prorated MAT 201 A 4 5 5 5 20(4X5) you must have completed at least 15 semes- by your registration date) with a grade MAT 201 CR — 1 1 0 0 ter credits of study, have a minimum GPA of of C (or better) before you can be Lab 3.5 and a faculty recommendation. eligible for an SP. Also, you can PHI 111 C 2 3 3 3 6(2X3) Information: (303) 914-6308 request an SP based on verifiable extenuating circumstances. Before PSY 116 F 0 1 0 1 0(0X1) the end of the academic session, you Totals 16 12 12 35 Veterans Progress are responsible for making arrangements Veterans are certified only for courses that GPA = Total QPTS = 35 = 2.917 with the instructor for the preparation apply to their degree programs. If you are eli- Total QHRS 12 of an SP Grade Contract. If you do not gible to receive VA benefits you are required complete the course work by the to maintain a cumulative 2.000 grade point agreed upon deadline date, the average (GPA) for all course work attempted. instructor will change the SP into an F. If your cumulative GPA is below 2.000 you will be placed on academic probation for the follow- Grade Point Average Academic Second Chance ing term. If your GPA is not increased to (GPA) Calculation All course work taken at Red Rocks is 2.000 during the probationary term, you will When computing your cumulative grade reflected on your permanent transcript; how- be suspended from certification to the Veteran point average (GPA) various numerical values ever, you can initiate a petition to remove Administration for one academic term. are assigned and used. Those that appear on from your cumulative grade point average Reinstatement will only occur after approved your transcript are: (GPA) up to 15 semester credits of substan- counseling has been received. dard grades you earned in course work no AHRS (attempted credit hours) Once you longer appropriate to your present educational Credit is not given for audited courses and are register for a course, you are attempting the goals. Before submitting the required written not eligible for certification. If you stop attend- semester credit hours assigned to that request, you must wait at least two years ing but do not officially drop or withdraw from course. Attempted hours are not used to cal- after the course work was completed and the course, you are considered non-attend- culate your GPA. must take a minimum of 15 semester credits ing. You may be dropped administratively and benefit certification adjusted accordingly. EHRS (earned credit hours) of new course work at Red Rocks with a If you earn a final course grade of A, B, C, D, cumulative GPA of 2.000 or higher. You can Copies of the veteran regulations are available or CR, you will receive earned semester credit petition only once to remove from your for review in the Veteran Services office on cam- hours for that course. Earned hours are not cumulative GPA the substandard grades. Once pus. Information: (303) 914-6353 used to calculate your GPA. Admissions has removed these grades from your cumulative GPA, they cannot be rein- QHRS (quality credit hours) stated. The substandard grades, however, Honors List If you earn a final course grade of A, B, C, D, will still appear on your permanent academic The Honors List is designed to recognize those or F, you will receive quality semester credit transcript. For further information contact the students who have achieved an outstanding hours for that course. Quality hours are Admissions and Counseling Center at (303) level of academic success at Red Rocks used to calculate your GPA. 914-6255. Community College. The Honors List designa- QPTS (quality points) tion is recorded on your official academic The main grading symbols, A through F, are Repeating Courses transcript and you receive recognition during given points: A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, and F=0. the College’s annual graduation ceremony. To You can submit a written request to Student receive this academic honor, you must be grad- The points assigned to the letter grade multi- Records to repeat a course for which you uating and have: plied by the quality credit hours received for the have earned a substandard grade. If the course gives a numerical value called quality request is approved, you will be allowed to • Earned, for all semester credits, a cumulative GPA of 3.85 points. These points are used to compute your repeat the course only once. Both grades will (or higher); cumulative grade point average (GPA). Grading appear on your permanent academic tran- • Taken at least 15 semester credits of symbols: W, I, CR, NC, SP, and AU do not script. The most recent grade of the repeated course work through Red Rocks have points and are not used when comput- course will be used to calculate your cumula- Community College; and ing your GPA. tive grade point average. Information: (303) • Completed the requirements for an GPA (grade point average) 914-6352 Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Your grade point average is the numerical Associate of General Studies, or value found by dividing the total number of Associate of Applied Science degree; or have completed a certificate program quality points (QPTS) by the total number of containing at least 30 semester credits. quality semester credit hours (QHRS). The GPA’s highest possible numerical value is 4.000.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 13 Honors Program Eligibility Recognizing that a grade point average is not Participation in the Honors Program is a two- the only measure of intellectual ability, the fac- step process. Red Rocks— ulty at Red Rocks Community College are dedicated to supporting an Honors Program Step 1 that helps cultivate your entire intellectual You must meet one of the following require- An Amazing Place potential. Honors Program students have ments: the opportunity to join fellow students and fac- • Completion of 12 semester-credit hours Maria Todd is a Red Rocks graduate who ulty in pursuit of educational innovation, at RRCC with a minimum GPA of 3.0 happened upon Red Rocks by chance interdisciplinary exploration, self-discovery, • SAT combined score of 1100 when she was vacationing in Colorado and academic excellence. The Honors from the Seattle area. With her sister’s Program at Red Rocks offers a variety of edu- • ACT composite score of 24 encouragement, Maria ended up moving cational opportunities designed to assist you • Phi Theta Kappa membership to Colorado to attend school here. Maria in: remembers how “Everything just fell into • Faculty recommendation • Preparing for upper division course work place” and how thankful she was for the people she met at Red Rocks because • Developing informed appraisals of their Step 2 “they were willing to go the extra mile to professional interests and abilities • You must submit a written request to an Honors Program faculty member to help me.” • Cultivating personal and professional skills participate in the program. Maria became part of the Red Rocks fam- • Exploring topics meaningful to their • An Honors faculty member and/or the ily. As a student she received her educational and career goals Honors Committee will interview you and Associate of Arts with an emphasis in determine program participation. History and has also worked part-time Honors Courses with the faculty in the Instructional Honors students are provided the option of If you need more information about the Services area. She says she enjoyed the participating in one or more of the following Honors Program at Red Rocks Community chance to work with the faculty because courses: College, please contact Dr. Marjorie Berman at “It provided me with the opportunity to • General Education Core Courses with (303) 914-6259 or Dr. Dave Brown at (303) be a part of the team.” an Honors Component 914-6378. Maria plans to transfer to UCD to obtain • Special Honors Topics her B.A. in History and minor in • Interdisciplinary Honors Seminar Geography. Maria says that “Red Rocks is such an amazing place and has such a nice campus . . . . I just love it here.” Red Rocks offers more than 500 courses and 100 different programs and con- In fact, she loves Red Rocks so much tinues to grow by staying on the leading edge of technology. Students can that she would like to complete her always look forward to updating their job skills at Red Rocks. Master’s and someday return to Red Rocks to teach. Good luck, Maria, in your future endeavors! We wish you well! —Tanya Floyd

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Students with College Penalties Disabilities The college will impose penalties against stu- Affirmative Action/ Red Rocks Community College offers many dents and employees who violate the above Equal Opportunity special services to those of you who may Standard of Conduct. Violators will be subject Red Rocks Community College is committed to have disabilities, whether the disability is per- to disciplinary action under employee and diversity in its people and programs. The col- manent or temporary. The college complies student disciplinary policies. The sanctions lege is an equal opportunity educational with and fully supports Section 504 of the include, but are not limited to, probation, institution and does not discriminate on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, with amendments suspension or expulsion from the college or basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, of 1974, as well as the Americans with probation, suspension or termination of age, veteran status or disability. The college Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, regarding employ-ment; and referral to authorities for also does not tolerate ethnic intimidation which prosecution, as appropriate. are any unlawful acts against persons or nondiscrimination on the basis of handicap. Reasonable accommodation is provided groups because of a person’s or group’s race, Health Risks upon request for persons with disabilities. If color, ancestry, religion or national origin for Many health risks are associated with drug and the purpose of inciting and provoking bodily you have a disability and require an accom- alcohol abuse. Risks include but are not lim- injury or damage to property. modation to participate in any class program, ited to: malnutrition, brain damage, heart service or other activity at Red Rocks, please The college’s Affirmative Action/Equal disease, pancreatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, men- contact the Office of Services for Special Opportunity Program Plan has been tal illness, death, low birth weight babies and Populations by calling (303) 914-6376 or approved by the State Board for Community babies with drug.addictions. Personal rela- Colleges and Occupational Education. It is direct line (303) 980-8776 TDD/V. tionships, family dynamics, ability to work available for individual, public, and agency review in the Human Resources office. The and study are also at risk. college has designated the Executive Director Drug and Alcohol Abuse Illegal Substances of Human Resources as its Affirmative Action Prevention Program officer. For information contact Human A listing of controlled substances is on file Resources, Red Rocks Community College, The Law for your reference in the Student Center and 13300 West Sixth Avenue, Box 17 Red Rocks Community College complies with Human Resources Office. Lakewood, Colorado 80228-1255, or call the Drug Free Schools and Communities (303) 914-6297. Other inquiries may be Amendments of 1989. A copy of this Act is Referral Sources made to the Director of Affirmative Action for on file in the Student Center and Human Referral for counseling, treatment, the Colorado Community College and Resources Office. rehabilitation and re-entry programs are Occupational System, 1391 Speer available through: Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80204, (303) 620-4000; or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Standard of Conduct The College: Department of Education, 1961 Stout Street, Students and employees shall not engage in the •Admissions/Adivising (303) 914-6255 unauthorized or unlawful manufacture, distrib- Denver, Colorado 80294. •Human Resources (303) 914-6298 ution, dispensation, possession, use/abuse Privacy Notification of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on college •Student Center (303) 914-6372 The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act property or as a part of any college activity. The Community: of 1974 permits Red Rocks Community College to release “directory information” Al-Anon — Al-ATeen (303) 321-8788 Legal Sanctions about you to interested parties. “Directory Alcoholics Anonymous (303) 322-4440 information” does not include grades, but There are legal sanctions for violations of the does include the following: Standard of Conduct. Any student or Cenikor Prevention • Your name employee who is convicted of the unlawful Network (303) 234-1288 • Major field of study manufacture, distribution, dispensation, pos- Mile High Council • Participation in officially recognized session, use or abuse of illicit drugs or Alcoholism/Drug Abuse (303) 759-5555 alcohol is subject to criminal penalties under activities and sports Narcotics Anonymous (303) 832-3784 • Dates of attendance local, state and federal law. These penalties Suicide Depression • Degrees and certificates awarded range in severity from a fine of $100 up to Crisis Hotline (303) 860-1200 • Most recent previous education and $8,000,000 and/or life imprisonment. The educational institution attended exact penalty assessed depends upon the Or consult the yellow pages of the local tele- nature If you don’t want us to release directory infor- phone book for a listing of all private and mation about you without your specific consent, and severity of the individual offense. community-based programs. Check listings please notify Admissions/Advising in writing under “Alcoholism Treatment” and “Drug within 12 days of registration. You must Abuse Information and Treatment.” HOT- repeat this process each session that you LINE, National Institute of Drug Abuse want your directory information withheld. (NIDA), 1-800-662-HELP.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 15 Degrees and Certificates

Associate of Arts Associate of Applied Science Transfer Degree, University Parallel The Associate of Applied Science degree (60—75 semester credits) is The Associate of Arts degree (60—66 semester credits) is for the stu- for the student who is preparing for entry-level employment in a career- dent who intends to transfer to a four-year college or university and oriented program of study or upgrading in a specific occupation. This degree wants an education with a liberal arts emphasis. It provides a basis of is not intended for transfer. Various courses within this degree may be study in business; communications; foreign languages; the arts and accepted into a baccalaureate-degree-granting institution; however, humanities; and social and behavioral sciences. Students are encouraged to consult with their faculty advisors before beginning any program courses taken are considered for transfer on an individual basis by the of study. Emphases are available in: receiving four-year college or university. Students are encouraged to Art History meet with their faculty advisors before beginning any program of Business Humanities study. Emphases are available in the following career areas: Economics Philosophy Auto Collision Technology * English & Literature Political Science (In cooperation with and at the Warren Center) Foreign Languages: Psychology French Sociology Automotive Technology * German Speech Communications (In cooperation with and at the Warren Center) Spanish Theatre Arts Business Programs: Accounting * with emphases in: Associate of Science Accounting Paraprofessional Transfer Degree, University Parallel Accounting Technician The Associate of Science degree (60—66 semester credits) is for the Business Administration with emphases in: student who intends to transfer to a four-year college or university and Commercial Food Service Management * wants an education with a science-related emphasis. It provides a basis of (In cooperation with and partially at the Warren Center) study in computer science, preparatory engineering and nursing, math- Financial Services Management—Banking ematics, and the organic and physical sciences. Students are encouraged to meet with their faculty advisors before beginning any Human Resources Management * program of study. Emphases are available in: Management and Supervision * Biology Geology Marketing * Biotechnology Mathematics Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Srvcs Management Chemistry Nursing (preparatory) Purchasing Management * Computer Science Physics Engineering (preparatory) Real Estate * Transportation and Logistics Management Associate of General Studies—Specialist Business Technology with emphases in: Administrative Assistant Articulated Transfer Degree Legal Secretary * The Associate of General Studies—Specialist degree (60—66 semester credits) is for the student who wants to complete the Associate of Arts core Medical Office * general education transfer course requirements and have an emphasis Word/Information Processing * in a career-oriented program of study. Students are encouraged to Computer Information Systems * with emphases in: meet with their faculty advisors before beginning any program of study. Internet/Web Development * Transfer agreements exist between RRCC and certain four-year colleges for the following career areas: Microcomputer Applications Specialist * Criminal Justice * Microcomputer Programming Specialist Early Childhood Education * Multimedia Software Developer * Multimedia Technology* Network Administrator Programming * Associate of General Studies—Generalist Construction Technology * with emphases in: The Associate of General Studies—Generalist degree (60—66 semester cred- Air Conditioning/Heating/Refrigeration * its) is for the student who wants to complete college-level general Carpentry * education courses and have an emphasis in a career-oriented program of study. Various courses within the AGS—Generalist degree may be accepted Electricity *—Commercial/Industrial/Residential into a baccalaureate-degree-granting institution; however, courses taken Fine Woodworking * are considered for transfer on an individual basis by the receiving four- Plumbing * year college or university. Students are encouraged to meet with their Energy Technology * faculty advisors or career counselors before beginning any program of study. Solar Construction Technology *

16 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Apprentice-Related Technology with emphases in: Certificates (In partnership with the Construction Industry Training In addition to the above asterisked areas of emphasis, the following also Council of Colorado) lead to a certificate: Carpentry * Drywall Applicator * Aviation Technology (At Jefferson County Airport) Electrical * Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy Ironworker * Business: Masonry * Accounting Clerk Plumbing * Bookkeeping Clerk Sheetmetal * Clerical Data Entry Criminal Justice with emphases in: Small Business Management Corrections Colorado Network Engineering Juvenile Computer Information Systems: Law Enforcement LAN Administrator Victim Assistance Direct Service * Multimedia Software Specialist Electronic Digital/Computer Technology * Construction Technology: Emergency Management and Planning * Advanced Construction Electrician Engineering Graphics Technology (Formerly Drafting Technology) Advanced Maintenance Electrician with emphases in: Basic Plumbing and Heating Maintenance Architectural Drafting and Design * Building Code Mechanical Drafting and Design * Solar Construction Environmental & Safety Technology * with emphases in: Apprentice-Related: Skilled Laborer Energy Conservation and Management Criminal Justice: Environmental Conservation Investigations Environmental Management Victim Assistance Administration Environmental Science Early Childhood Education: Hazardous Materials Technician Center Director Health and Safety Technology Group Leader Water Pollution Management Emergency Services: Fire Science Technology with emphases in: Public Service Communications Fire Science Emergency Management and Planning Code/Ordinance Health Careers: Emergency Medical Service/Paramedic Continuing Education for Health Care Fire Investigations Continuing Education Refresher Nursing Fire Service Management Gerontology Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide Hazardous Materials Technician Officer Development Not all courses are available each session. Wildland Management “Goddesses”—A 1996 Theatre Performance at Red Rocks Medical Assisting * Multimedia Technology with emphases in: Film/Video Technology Graphics/Animation Technology* Production/Design Technology Occupational Safety Technology * (In cooperation with Trinidad State Junior College) Paramedic Technician Park Ranger Technology * with emphases in: Law Enforcement Outdoor Recreation Public Safety Resource Interpretation Radiologic Technology Water Quality Management Technology Welding Fabrication Technology * (At the Rocky Mountain Manufacturing Academy,HEAT Ctr, Lowry) * Certificate is also available.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 17 General Education Core CORE COURSES Transfer Program SEMESTER 1. COMMUNICATIONS CREDITS Core Transfer courses (see list at right) are guaranteed to transfer to ENG 121 English Composition I 3 Colorado’s public four-year colleges. You may choose to complete only ENG 122 English Composition I 3 the core curriculum, or to complete core courses as part of an SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree. You should confirm 2. MATHEMATICS the transferability of all courses, as well as specific departmental or pro- MAT 121 College Algebra 4 MAT 125 Survey of Calculus 4 gram requirements, at the Admissions and Counseling Center or with a ** MAT 135 Introduction to Statistics 3 faculty advisor. MAT 201 Calculus I 5 MAT 202 Calculus II 5 3. SCIENCE Associate of Arts Degree AST 101 Astronomy I 4 AST 102 Astronomy II 4 CORE REQUIREMENTS (See core list.) ** BIO 105 Science of Biology 4 English/Speech: 9 semester credits required BIO 111 General College Biology I 5 (All three courses from Group 1) BIO 112 General College Biology II 5 ** CHE 101 Introduction to Chemistry I 5 Mathematics: 3 semester credits from Group 2 ** CHE 102 Introduction to Chemistry II 5 CHE 111 General College Chemistry I/Lab 5 Science: 4 semester credits from Group 3 CHE 112 General College Chemistry I/Lab 5 GEY 111 Physical Geology 4 Social and 9 semester credits from 2 different disciplines GEY 121 Historical Geology 4 ** PHY 105 Conceptual Physics 4 Behavioral Sciences: in Group 4 PHY 111 Physics: Algebra-Based I 5 PHY 112 Physics: Algebra-Based II 5 Humanities: 9 semester credits from 2 different disciplines PHY 211 Physics: Calculus-Based I 5 in Group 5(All foreign languages are considered a single PHY 212 Physics: Calculus-Based II 5 discipline.) 4. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ANT 101 Cultural Anthropology 3 Total Core Requirements: 34 semester credits ANT 111 Physical Anthropology 3 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Additional Requirement: An additional 26 semester credits ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics 3 of approved transferable electives.* GEO 105 World Regional Geography 3 HIS 101 Western Civilization I 3 TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED: 60-66 semester credits HIS 102 Western Civilization II 3 HIS 201 U.S. History I 3 HIS 202 U.S. History II 3 Associate of Science Degree POS 105 Introduction to Political Science 3 POS 111 American Government 3 CORE REQUIREMENTS (See core list.) PSY 101 General Psychology I 3 PSY 102 General Psychology II 3 English/Speech: 9 semester credits required SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I 3 (All three courses from Group 1) SOC 102 Introduction to Sociology II 3 Mathematics: 4 semester credits from Group 2 5. HUMANITIES ART 110 Art Appreciation 3 (MAT 135 does not fulfill the core requirements.) ART 111 Art History I 3 ART 112 Art History II 3 Science: 8 semester credits from Group 3 FOR 111 Foreign Language I 5 (BIO 105, CHE 101 and CHE 102 do not FOR 112 Foreign Language II 5 fulfill the core requirements.) FOR 211 Foreign Language III 3 FOR 212 Foreign Language IV 3 Social and 6 semester credits from 2 different disciplines HUM 121 Survey of Humanities I 3 Behavioral Sciences: in Group 4 HUM 122 Survey of Humanities II 3 HUM 123 Survey of Humanities III 3 Humanities: 6 semester credits from 1 or 2 different LIT 115 Introduction to Literature 3 LIT 201 Masterpieces of Literature I 3 disciplines in Group 5 LIT 202 Masterpieces of Literature II 3 MUS 120 Music Appreciation 3 Total Core Requirements: 33 semester credits MUS 121 Introduction to Music History I 3 Additional Requirements: MUS 122 Introduction to Music History II 3 PHI 111 Introduction to Philosophy 3 1. An additional 18 semester credits of transferable electives chosen PHI 112 Ethics 3 from AST, BIO, CHE, CIS, CSC, GEY, MAT and PHY. You must PHI 113 Logic 3 THE 105 Introduction to the Theatre Arts 3 select these courses only from the approved course list for the THE 211 Development of Theatre I 3 Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees.* THE 212 Development of Theatre II 3 2. An additional 9 semester credits of approved transferable electives.* *All foreign languages (French, German, Spanish) are considered a single discipline. Total Hours Required: 60-66 semester credits **Fulfills core requirements for Associate of Arts degree but not for Associate of Science degree. *You must select courses from the “Approved Elective Credit Course List” for the AA and AS degrees found on page 19.

18 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Approved Elective Credit Course List for the Associate of Arts or Associate of Transfer Agreements Science Degrees With Four-Year Colleges These courses are generally transferable to four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. All courses will count toward the AA and AS degrees. However, transferability depends upon the four-year institu- and Universities tion. Additional courses may be transferable to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. For specific information, Transferring to Four-year Colleges please consult your advisor. and Universities ACC Accounting 121 and 122 Red Rocks has established transfer agreements with the following insti- ANT Anthropology All courses tutions: ART Art All courses Adams State College AST Astronomy All courses Colorado School of Mines BIO Biology All courses Colorado State University BUS Business 115, 216, 217 & 221 (See AA degree, Emphasis in Business) Fort Lewis College CHE Chemistry All courses Mesa State College CIS Computer 115, 116, 118, 160, 161, 165, Metropolitan State College of Denver Information Systems 240, 241, 260, 261, 265 & 266 Regis University CSC Computer Science 148, 160, 161, 165, 230, 231, 240, 241 & 265 University of Colorado at Boulder ECE Early Childhood 101, 115, 117 & 120 University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Education University of Colorado at Denver ECO Economics All courses except 119 College of Business and Administration ENG English 121, 122, 131, 221, 222, 227 & 232 College of Engineering and Applied Science ENV Environmental 101 Science College of Liberal Arts and Sciences FRE French All courses except 101 &102 University of Colorado Health Sciences Center GEO Geography All courses University of Denver GEY Geology All courses GER German All courses except 101 & 102 University of Northern Colorado HIS History All courses University of Southern Colorado HUM Humanities All courses Western State College LIT Literature All courses These agreements specify how Red Rocks courses transfer and identi- MAT Mathematics 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 135, 201, fies their equivalents at these institutions. They are contained in the Red 202, 203, 255 & 265 Rocks Transfer Guide which provides written guarantees of transferability MUS Music All courses of credit when a prescribed curriculum is satisfactorily com- NUR Nursing 200 pleted. PHI Philosophy All courses The Red Rocks Transfer Center offers the following services to help sim- PHE Physical Education All courses (A maximum of 3 credits plify the process: will count toward the degree.) • Review of general education requirements, courses and PHY Physics All courses degree programs POS Political Science All courses • Provision of catalogs and Transfer Guide information PSY Psychology 101, 102, 115, 205, 217, 226, 227, 235, 238, 239, 249 & 250 • Assistance with application and admissions procedures SOC Sociology 101, 102, 205, 215, 218, 226 & 237 • Assistance with financial aid planning SPA Spanish All courses except 101, 102 & 225 • Coordination of campus visits by college representatives SPE Speech All courses THE Theatre All courses Information: (303) 914-6255 For certain areas the following may be taken for AA and AS elective credit and are intended to transfer: ACC Accounting 121 & 122 BUS Business 115, 216, 217 & 221 CIS Computer 115, 116, 175, 260, 261 & 277 Information Systems

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 19 Courses That Are Not Applicable Graduation Requirements Toward Any Degree Courses numbered 093 and 095 and the following courses will not Catalog Requirements count toward any degree: Students will graduate under the catalog requirements listed for the EDU 090 1-3 Credits Seminar in Peer Tutoring year that they were first enrolled. If you interrupt attendance for two con- EDU 092 1 Credit Portfolio Development Workshop secutive semesters (excluding summer term) or more and then return, the catalog of the readmission semester is the governing document. You ENG 031 1-3 Credits Learning Unlimited English Review may choose to use the catalog that is in effect the semester they gradu- ENG 094 1-3 Credits Sound and Spelling ate. You should be sure to obtain and keep a copy of their governing ESL 011 1 Credit Pronunciation catalog. ESL 090 3 Credits ESL Spelling/Vocabulary Degrees Awarded ESL 091 3 Credits ESL Communication Red Rocks Community College awards the following degrees: ESL 092 3 Credits ESL Reading Associate of Arts (transferrable) ESL 093 3 Credits ESL Grammar Associate of Science (transferrable) ESL 094 3 Credits ESL Writing Associate of General Studies (pre-professional transfer or occupational) ESL 095 5 Credits ESL Intensive Associate of Applied Science (occupational) ESL 096 3 Credits ESL Communication for Business Certificate Requirements ESL 098 3 Credits TOEFL Preparation 1. Students must complete the specified subject matter or course GED 011 1-3 Credits GED Preparation requirements of an approved vocational/technical program. MAT 031 1-3 Credits Learning Unlimited Math Review 2. Students must earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0. Students should check with their instructional divisions as well as their advi- MAT 056* 3 Credits Intro to Mathematics: Pre-Algebra sors for information regarding the minimum grade point average STS 060 1-3 Credits Learning Success Strategies requirement that is necessary for graduation. Reading (REA) courses will not count toward any degree. 3. Students must complete at least 50 percent of their course work at Red Rocks to be awarded a certificate. *This course may apply toward selected AAS degree programs. 4. Students must submit an “Application for Graduation” form during the term in which they intend to graduate, according to the deadline Other Graduation Policies published in the Class Planning Schedule for that session. 1. No more than 6 semester credits of independent study course work may be applied toward an associate degree program. Petitioning for Waivers and/or 2. There is no limit on special topics courses allowed to count toward Program Substitutions a degree. In individual cases, the limit will be determined by the Students who, due to extenuating circumstances, wish to petition for a program area. Students taking special topics courses should con- waiver and/or substitution of program requirements must complete a sult with their advisors regarding how these credits will apply “Waiver/Program Substitution Request” form. The form is available in the toward a degree. Student Records office. Students should complete the request, have it 3. The college reserves the right to substitute or delete course work approved by their advisors and the appropriate Instructional Vice based on the current curriculum. Students are assured that if the President and submit it to Student Records where it will be kept on file. curriculum changes, the college will make every effort to determine an equitable solution. Recognition of Achievement 4. Students applying for an additional degree from Red Rocks The college offers many courses, conferences, workshops and semi- Community College must complete an additional 15 credits at Red nars for upgrading job skills as well as for personal Rocks Community College and the requirements for the degree. enrichment. Successful completion of courses of this type may result in the granting of a “Recognition of Achievement” which may be 5. With the approval of a faculty advisor or Instructional Vice requested from the appropriate Instructional Vice President. President, cooperative education credit may count toward a degree.

20 Red Rocks Community College Catalog OTHER (AA) DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 1. A minimum of 60 semester credits is required for the Associate of Arts degree. These must include 34 credits in Core transfer courses and 26 credits in the areas specified below in approved electives. 2. You must complete 26 semester elective credits. These must be college-level transfer courses and may include no more than 3 credit Physical Education (PHE)—see approved electives below. Please see an advisor in your area of emphasis for specific course suggestions. Credits earned above the minimum to satisfy a requirement may be applied to a different area. For example, if you take Introduction Chemistry I (CHE 101-5 credits) to satisfy the science requirement in the Core curriculum, 4 or those 5 credits can be applied toward the Core requirement, and the remaining 1 credit applied as an elective credit. 3. You must earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C average). 4. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult an advisor for assistance in planning your programs of study. (Advisors can be seen in Admissions/Advising at Red Rocks.) 5. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult the Transfer Guide for GPA requirements if the receiving institution. (In Admissions/Advising.) 6. You must complete a minimum of 15 transferable semester credits at Red Rocks Community College. 7. You must file and Application for Graduation during the term in which you intend to graduate, according to the deadline published in the Schedule for that term. (Apply in Admissions or the Records off ice.)

OTHER GRADUATION POLICIES 8. No more than 6 semester credits of independent study course work may be applied toward an Associate Degree program. 9. There is no limit on special-topics courses allowed to count toward a degree. In individual cases, the limit will be determined by the program area. Students taking special-topics courses should consult with their advisors regarding how these credits will apply toward a degree. 10. The college reserves the right to substitute or delete course work based on the current curriculum. Students are assured that if the curriculum changes, the college will make every effort to determine an equitable solution. 11. Students applying for an additional degree at Red Rocks Community College must complete an additional 15 credits at Red Rocks Community College and the requirements for the degree. 12. With the approval of a faculty advisor and a Vice President, Cooperative Education may count toward a degree.

CATALOG REQUIREMENTS You will graduate under the catalog requirements listed for the year that you were first enrolled. If you interrupt attendance for two consecutive semesters (excluding summer term) or more, and then return, the catalog of the readmission semester is the governing document. You may choose to use the catalog that is in effect the semester you graduate. You should be sure to obtain and keep a copy of your governing catalog.

APPROVED ELECTIVE CREDIT COURSE LIST FOR THE ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE These courses transfer to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. All courses will count toward the AA degree However, transferability depends on the four-year institution. Additional courses may be transferable to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. For specific information, please consult an advisor in the Career Resource Center. Accounting ACC 121 and 122 History HIS All courses Anthropology ANT All courses Humanities HUM All courses Art ART All courses Literature LIT All courses Astronomy AST All courses Management MAN 226 Biology BIO All courses Marketing MAR 216 Business BUS 115,216, 217 and 226 Mathematics MAT 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 135, (See AA degree, empasis in Business) Chemistry CHE All courses 201,202,203,255 and 265 Computer Info. ClS 115,116,118,160, 161, 165,240,241, Music MUS All courses Systems 260,261,265,266 and 277 Nursing NUR 200 Computer Science CSC 148,160,161,230,231, 240 and 241 Philosophy PHI All courses Early Childhood ECE 101, 115, 117 and 120 Physical Education PHE All courses Education (Maximum of 3 credits applies toward degree Economics ECO All courses except ECO 119 Physics PHY All courses English ENG 121,122,131,221,222, 227 and 232 Political Science POS All courses Environmental ENV 101 Psychology PSY 101, 102, 115,205,217,226,227, Science 235,238,239,249 and 250 Foreign Language FRE, GER, SPA - All courses except 101,102 and SPA 225 Sociology SOC 101, 102,205,215,218,226 and 237 Geography GEO All courses Speech SPE All courses Geology GEY All courses Theatre THE All courses 22 OTHER (AS) DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 1. A minimum of 60 semester credits is required for the Associate of Science degree. These must include 34 credits in Core transfer courses and 18 approved elective credits in the (*) areas specified below and 9 elective credits from those listed below. 2. You must complete-an additional 18 semester credits in any of the Science or asterisked ‘(*) disciplines listed below. Please see an advisor in your area of emphasis for specific course suggestions 3. Credits earned above the minimum to satisfy a requirement may be applied to a different area. For example, if you take German I and II [(GER 111 & 112) 5 credits each], to satisfy the Humanities requirement in the Core Curriculum, 6 of those 10 credits can be applied toward the Core requirement, and the remaining 4 credits can be applied as elective credits. (Not approved electives.) 4. You must earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C average). 5. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult an advisor for assistance in planning your program of study. (Advisors can be seen in Admissions/Advising at Red Rocks.) 6. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult the Transfer Guide for GPA requirements if the receiving institution. (In Admissions/Advising.) 7. You must complete a minimum of 15 transferable semester credits at Red Rocks Community College. 8. You must file and Application for Graduation during the term in which you intend to graduate, according to the deadline published in the Schedule for that term. (Apply in Admissions or the Records off ice.)

OTHER GRADUATION POLICIES 9. No more than 6 semester credits of independent study course work may be applied toward an Associate Degree program. 10. There is no limit on special-topics courses allowed to count toward a degree. In individual cases, the limit will be determined by the program area. Students taking special-topics courses should consult with their advisors regarding how these credits will apply toward a degree. 11. The college reserves the right to substitute or delete course work based on the current curriculum. Students are assured that if the curriculum changes, the college will make every effort to determine an equitable solution. 12. Students applying for an additional degree at Red Rocks Community College must complete an additional 15 credits at Red Rocks Community College and the requirements for the degree. 13. With the approval of a faculty advisor and a Vice President, Cooperative Education may count toward a degree.

CATALOG REQUIREMENTS You will graduate under the catalog requirements listed for the year that you were first enrolled. If you interrupt attendance for two consecutive semesters (excluding summer term) or more, and then return, the catalog of the ‘readmission semester is the governing document. You may choose to use the catalog that is in effect the semester you graduate. You should be sure to obtain and keep a copy of your governing catalog.

APPROVED ELECTIVE CREDIT COURSE LIST FOR THE ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE These courses transfer to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. All courses will count toward the As degree. However, transferability depends on the four-year institution. Additional courses may be transferable to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. For specific information, please consult an advisor in the Career Resource Center.

Accounting ACC 121 and 122 Literature LIT All courses Anthropology ANT All courses Management MAN 226 Art ART All courses Marketing MAR 216 *Astronomy AST All courses *Mathematics MAT 121,122,123,124,125, 135, *Biology BIO All courses 201,202,203,255 and 265 Business BUS 115,216, 217 and 226 Music MUS All courses (See AA degree, emphasis in Business) Nursing NUR 200 ‘Chemistry CHE All courses Philosophy PHI All courses Computer Info. ClS 115, 116,118,160,161,165,240,241, Physical Education PHE All courses Systems 260,261,265,266 and 277 (Maximum of 3 credits applies toward degree) *Computer Science CSC 148, 160, 161,230,231,240 and 241 *Physics PHY All courses Early Childhood ECE 101, 115, 117 and 120 Political Science POS All courses Education Psychology PSY 101, 102, 115,205,217,226,227, Economics ECO All courses except ECO 119 235,238,239,249 and 250 English ENG 121,122, 131,221,222, 227 and 232 Sociology SOC 101, 102,205,215,218,226 and 237 ‘Environmental ENV 101 Speech SPE All courses Science Theatre THE All courses Foreign Language FRE, GER, SPA - All courses except 101, 102 and SPA 225 Geography GEO All courses *Geology GEY All courses History HIS All courses Humanities HUM All courses 24 OTHER AGS-G DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 1. A minimum of 60 semester credits is required for the Associate of General Studies - General degree. These must include 34 credit of Core transfer courses and 26 credits in the areas specified below in approved electives or career courses (see your advisor). 2. You must complete 26 semester elective credits. These must be college-level transfer courses and may include no more than 3 credits in Physical Education (PHE)—see approved electives below. Please see an advisor in your area of emphasis for specific course suggestions. Credits earned above the minimum to satisfy a requirement may be applied to a different area. For example, if you take Introduction to Chemistry I (CHE 101-5 credits) to satisfy the science requirement in the Core curriculum, 4 or those 5 credits can be applied toward the Core requirement, and the remaining 1 credit applied as an elective credit. 3. You must earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C average). 4. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult an advisor for assistance in planning your programs of study. (Advisors can be seen in the Admissions/Advising at Red Rocks.) 5. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult the Transfer Guide for GPA requirements if the receiving institution. (in Admissions/Advising.) 6. You must complete a minimum of 15 transferable semester credits at Red Rocks Community College. 7. You must file and Application for Graduation during the term in which you intend to graduate, according to the deadline published in the Schedule for that term. (Apply in Admissions or the Records office.)

OTHER GRADUATION POLICIES

8. No more than 6 semester credits of independent study course work may be applied toward an Associate Degree program. 9. There is no limit on special-topics courses allowed to count toward a degree. In individual cases, the limit will be determined by the program area. Students taking special-topics courses should consult with their advisors regarding how these credits will apply toward a degree. 10. The college reserves the right to substitute or delete course work based on the current curriculum. Students are assured that if the curriculum changes, the college will make every effort to determine an equitable solution. 11. Students applying for an additional degree at Red Rocks Community College must complete an additional 15 credits at Red Rocks Community College and the requirements for the degree. 12. With the approval of a faculty advisor and a Vice President, Cooperative Education may count toward a degree.

APPROVED ELECTIVE CREDIT COURSE LIST FOR THE ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES - GENERAL DEGREE

These courses transfer to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. All courses will count toward the AGS-G degree. However, transferability depends on the four-year institution. Additional courses may be transferable to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. For specific information, please consult an advisor in the Career Resource Center.

Accounting ACC 121 and 122 Anthropology ANT All courses Art ART All courses Literature LIT All courses Astronomy AST All courses Management MAN 226 Biology BIO All courses Marketing MAR 216 Business BUS 115, 216, 217 and 226 Mathematics MAT 121,122,123,124,125,135, (See AA degree, emphasis in Business) 201,202,203,255 and 265 Chemistry CHE All courses Music MUS All courses Computer Info. ClS 115, 116,118,160,161,165,240,241, Nursing NUR 200 Systems 260,261,265,266 and 277 Philosophy PHI All courses Computer Science CSC 148, 160, 161,230,231, 240 and 241 Physical Education PHE All courses Early Childhood ECE 101, 115, 117 and 120 (Maximum of 3 credits applies toward degree Education Physics PHY All courses Economics ECO All courses except ECO 119 Political Science POS All courses English ENG 121,122,131,221,222, 227 and 232 Psychology PSY 101,102,115,205,217, 226,227, Environmental ENV 101 235,238,239,249 and 250 Science Sociology SOC 101, 102,205,215,218,226 and 237 Foreign Language FRE, GER, SPA - All courses except 101,102 and SPA 225 Speech SPE All courses Geography GEO All courses Theatre THE All courses Geology GEY All courses History HIS All courses 26 Humanities HUM All courses OTHER (AAS) DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

1. A minimum of 60 semester credits is required for the Associate of Applied Science degree. These must include 45 credits in specific program courses and 15 credits in general education courses. 2. You must earn a-cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C average).

3. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult an advisor for assistance in planning your programs of study. (Advisors can be seen in Admissions/Advising at Red Rocks.) 4. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university you should consult the Transfer Guide for GPA requirements if the receiving institution. (In Admissions/Advising.) 5. You must complete a minimum of 15 transferable semester credits at Red Rocks Community College. 6. You must file and Application for Graduation during the term in which you intend to graduate, according to the deadline published in the Schedule for that term. (Apply in Admissions or the Records off ice.)

OTHER GRADUATION POLICIES

7. No more than 6 semester credits of independent study course work may be applied toward an Associate Degree program. 8. There is no limit on special-topics courses allowed to count toward a degree. In individual cases, the limit will be determined by the program area. Students taking special-topics courses should consult with their advisors regarding how these credits will apply toward the degree.

9. The college reserves the right to substitute or delete course work based on the current curriculum. Students are assured that if the curriculum changes, the college will make every effort to determine an equitable solution. 10. Students applying for an additional degree at Red Rocks Community College must complete an additional 15 credits at Red Rocks Community College and the requirements for the degree. 11. With the approval of a faculty advisor and a Vice President, Cooperative Education may count toward a degree.

COURSES THAT ARE NOT APPLICABLE TOWARD ANY DEGREE These courses transfer to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. All courses will count toward the AGS-G degree However, transferability depends on the four-year institution. Additional courses may be transferable to one or more of the four-year colleges or universities in Colorado. For specific information, please consult an advisor in the Career Resource Center.

EDU 090 1-3 credits Seminar in Peer Tutoring EDU 092 1 credit Portfolio Development Workshop ENG 031 1-3 credits Learning Unlimited English Review ENH 094 1-3 credits Sound and Spelling ESL 011 1 credit Pronunciation ESL 090 3 credits ESL Spelling/Vocabulary ESL 091 3 credits ESL Communication ESL 092 3 credits ESL Reading ESL 093 3 credits ESL Grammar ESL 094 3 credits ESL Writing ESL 095 5 credits ESL Intensive ESL 096 3 credits ESL Communication for Business ESL 098 3 credits TOEFL Preparation GED 011 1-3 credits GED Preparation MAT 031 1-3 credits Learning Unlimited Math Review *MAT 056 3 credits Introduction to Mathematics: Pre-AIgebra STS 060 1-3 credits Learning Success Strategies

Reading (REA) courses will not count toward any degree.

*This course may apply toward selected AAS degree programs. Instructional Programs

Electives (Select at least 9 credits with a minimum of six credits having Accounting ACC prefixes.): Note: Students planning to transfer should see an accounting faculty Degree: Associate of Applied Science advisor. Accounting Clerk Certificate: 32 Credits ACC 101* Fundamentals of Accounting I 3 Bookkeeping Clerk Certificate: 15 Credits ACC 105* Expanded Fundamentals of Accounting 5 The college offers an AAS degree in accounting with two options as ACC 136 Computerized Accounting (Required Lab) 4 well as two accounting certificates. If you plan to transfer to a baccalau- ACC 138 Payroll and Sales Tax 3 ACC 161 Understanding Financial Statements 3 reate institution you should consider the AA degree with a business ACC 190 Financial Investigations 3 emphasis. You should consult with an accounting faculty advisor early ACC 212 Intermediate Accounting II 5 in your career at Red Rocks to explore all educational options. ACC 216 Governmental Accounting 3 ACC 227 Cost Accounting II 3 Degree Option 1 ACC 246 Business Taxation 3 ACC 297 Cooperative Education (maximum of 3 credits) 3 Accounting Paraprofessional Emphasis ACC 299 Independent Study 1-3 The program prepares you to work as an accounting paraprofessional or BUS XXX Approved BUS electives 3 accounting assistant. CIS XXX Approved CIS electives 3 ECO XXX Approved ECO electives 3 Required Major Courses Credits MAN XXX Approved MAN electives 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 MAR XXX Approved MAR electives 3 ACC 122 Principles of Accounting II 4 9 ACC 137 Electronic Spreadsheets (Required Lab) 4 ACC 146 Individual Income Tax 5 * One of these courses may be allowed as an elective if taken prior to ACC 121. Consult a faculty advisor. ACC 211 Intermediate Accounting I 5 ACC 226 Cost Accounting I 4 26 General Education Requirements ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Required Business-Related Courses ENG 100 Composition Fundamentals BTE 108* Ten Key by Touch (Required Lab) 1 1/3 or BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra or above 3 BUS 217 Business Communication and Report Writing 3 SPE 125 Interpersonal Communications 3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 16 1⁄3 Credit from any one of the following two areas: 3-5 * Must see faculty advisor. Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) 15-17

Total Required Credits (minimum) 66 1⁄3-68 1/3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 995

Note: In order to receive a degree in Accounting, you must earn a minimum of C in all courses having an ACC prefix. For sequential course scheduling, plan to see an accounting faculty advisor.

30 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Accounting Degree Option 2 Bookkeeping Clerk Certificate (1 Term) Accounting Technician Emphasis Upon successful completion of this program you should possess the Upon successful completion of this program you should be able to skills and knowledge to perform entry-level bookkeeping tasks. perform bookkeeping and general office duties in a small office or to begin a career path as an accounting technician in a large, departmen- Required Major Courses Credits talized organization. ACC 105* Expanded Fundamentals of Accounting 5 ACC 138 Payroll and Sales Tax 3 Required Major Courses Credits BTE 100* Touch Keyboarding (Required Lab) 1 1⁄3-4 ACC 105* Expanded Fundamentals of Accounting 5 and ACC 121* Principles of Accounting I 4 BTE 108* Ten Key by Touch (Required Lab) ACC 122 Principles of Accounting II 4 or ACC 136 Computerized Accounting (Required Lab) 4 Elective with approval of faculty advisor ACC 137 Electronic Spreadsheets (Required Lab) 4 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 ACC 138 Payroll and Sales Tax 3 COM 115 The Job Search Process 1 ACC XXX Electives 5-6 29-30 Total Required Credits 15 1⁄3-18 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 230 Required Business-Related Courses BTE 108* Ten Key by Touch (Required Lab) 1 1/3 BTE 151 Word Processing I (Required Lab) 4 Accounting Clerk Certificate (2 Terms) BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 Upon successful completion of this program you should possess the BUS 115 Introduction to Business skills and knowledge to perform a variety of functions in a manual or or computerized accounting system. Examples include Bookkeeper BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 3-4 Assistant, Inventory Clerk, Payroll Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 Accounts Receivable Clerk and Fixed Asset Clerk. CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 18 1⁄3-19 1/3 Required Major Courses Credits General Education Requirements ACC 105* Expanded Fundamentals of Accounting 5 ECO 201 Principles of Economics 3 ACC 136 Computerized Accounting (Required Lab) 4 ENG 100 Composition Fundamentals ACC 137 Electronic Spreadsheets (Required Lab) 4 or ACC 138 Payroll and Sales Tax 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 16 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra or above 3 Required Business-Related Courses SPE 125 Interpersonal Communications 3 BTE 100* Touch Keyboarding (Required Lab) 1 1⁄3-4 and Credit from any one of the following two areas: 3-5 BTE 108* Ten Key by Touch (Required Lab) Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) or Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) 15-17 Elective with approval of faculty advisor BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 Total Required Credits (minimum) 62 1⁄3-66 1/3 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 935 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 11 1⁄3-14 Other Course Requirements Note: In order to receive a degree in Accounting, you must earn a mini- COM 115 The Job Search Process 1 mum of C in all courses having an ACC prefix. For a sequential course SPE 125 Interpersonal Communications 3 scheduling plan, please see an accounting faculty advisor. 4 Total Required Credits 31 1⁄3-34 * Must see a faculty advisor. Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 470

Note: In order to receive a certificate, you must earn a minimum of C in all courses having an ACC prefix. *You must see a faculty advisor.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 31 Art

Art Red Rocks Community College’s Art Department is now the only Colorado institution of higher learning offering instruction in gem Associate of Arts Degree With an setting, thanks to a $3,000 grant from the Denver Area Council Emphasis in Art of the Gem and Mineral Society. The grant was used to purchase The completion of the following courses is appropriate if you plan to the jeweler’s bench seen here with Red Rocks Jewelry Instructor, transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in art. Norm Finfrock. This program provides basic preparation leading to art-related careers as well as to the teaching of art. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any program of study.

Recommended Courses Credits ART 111 Art History I (Core) 3 ART 112 Art History II (Core) 3 ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 122 Drawing II 3 ART 131 Design I 3 ART 132 Design II 3 ART 211 Painting I 3 ART 224 Sculpture I 3 Core Curriculum Requirements English/Speech ENG 121 English Composition I 3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3

Humanities (any course from the following) 3 Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212

Mathematics (any course from the following) MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 3

Science (any course from the following) 4 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212

Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines)ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 9 201, 202; POS 105,111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 Electives 8 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. No more than three credits in physical education may be counted.

Total Required Credits 60

32 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Auto Collision Technology

For the following Certificates please check with the instructor/advisor or the Auto Collision Technology Course Description section of this Catalog for prerequisites.

(In cooperation with and held at the Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair Certificate Warren Occupational Technical Center) Credits ACT 120 GMAW (Mig) Welding 3 Degree: Associate of Applied Science ACT 140 Outer Body Panel Replacement and Adjustment—Repair 3 Certificates: Five (NATEF) areas ACT 145 Glass and Hardware 3-6 ACT 200 Apprenticeship (variable credit) This is a National Certified Auto Collision Repair program with the pri- AMT 100 Safety 3 mary purpose of preparing you for careers in the auto collision AMT 105 Blueprints/Diagrams/Schematics 3 industry. You can also achieve the necessary credits to obtain an asso- AMT 106 Basic Electricity/Electronics 3 ciate degree. A minimum of 37 ACT credits, 9 credits from Applied Total Required Credits 21-24 Mechanical Technology required courses, 15 general education credits and completion of one or more of the (NATEF) certificate areas of Mechanical and Electrical Components instruction are required for the AAS degree. Some of the courses may Certificate transfer to a bachelor degree in Automotive Management. Credits ACT 200 Apprenticeship (variable credit) 3-6 ACT 297 Cooperative Education (variable credit) 3-6 Associate of Applied Science ACT 299 Independent Study (variable credit) 3-6 AMT 100 Safety 3 Required Courses Credits AMT 105 Blueprints/Diagrams/Schematics 3 ACT 120 GMAW (Mig) Welding 3 AMT 106 Basic Electricity/Electronics 3 ACT 140 Outer Body Panel Replacement and Total Required Credits 18-27 Adjustment—Repair 3 ACT 160 Structural Analysis 3 Structural Analysis and Damage Repair ACT 164 Unibody Measurement 3 ACT 168 Anchoring, Pulling and Stress Relieving 3 Certificate Credits ACT 170 Surface Preparation 5 ACT 120 GMAW (Mig) Welding 3 ACT 174 Paint Mixing, Matching and Applying 5 ACT 160 Structural Analysis 3 ACT 178 Finish Defects, Causes and Cures 3 ACT 164 Unibody Measurement 3 ACT 180 Plastic and Fiber Glass Parts Repair/Adhesives 3 ACT 168 Anchoring, Pulling and Stress Relieving 3 ACT 184 Plastic Parts Repair/Welding 3 ACT 200 Apprenticeship (variable credit) ACT 190 Automotive Damages Estimation 3 AMT 100 Safety 3 AMT 105 Blueprints/Diagrams/Schematics 3 37 AMT 106 Basic Electricity/Electronics 3

AMT 100 Safety 3 Total Required Credits 21 AMT 105 Blueprints/Diagrams/Schematics 3 AMT 106 Basic Electricity/Electronics 3 Painting and Refinishing Certificates 9 Credits ACT 170 Surface Preparation 5 ACT 200 Apprenticeship (variable credit) ACT 174 Paint Mixing, Matching and Applying 5 ACT 297 Cooperative Education (variable credit) ACT 178 Finish Defects, Causes and Cures 3 ACT 299 Independent Study (variable credit) ACT 200 Apprenticeship (variable credit) General Education Requirements AMT 100 Safety 3 AMT 105 Blueprints/Diagrams/Schematics 3 English/Speech (COM, ENG, SPE) (any course level) 3 AMT 106 Basic Electricity/Electronics 3

Mathematics (100 or above) 3 Total Required Credits 22

Credit from any two of the following three areas: 9 Plastics and Adhesives Certificate Credits Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) 15 ACT 180 Plastic and Fiber Glass Parts Repair/Adhesives 3 Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) ACT 184 Plastic Parts Repair/Welding 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS,PSY, SOC) ACT 200 Apprenticeship (variable credit) AMT 100 Safety 3 Total Required Credits 61 AMT 105 Blueprints/Diagrams/Schematics 3 Total Required Contact Hours 13721⁄2 AMT 106 Basic Electricity/Electronics 3 Total Required Credits 15

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 33 Automotive Technology

Automotive Courses Automotive Technology (Required Minimum: 45 Semester Credits) Credits AUM 101 Basic Mechanics/Safety 1 (Required course for all students new to the program) (In cooperation with and held at the Warren Center) NATEF Specialty Areas:

Brakes Degree: Associate of Applied Science AUM 102 Brakes I 2 Certificates: 8 different NATEF specialties AUM 103 Brakes II 3 Master Technician: Total Required Credits 5 Total Contact Hours (minimum) 112.5 (completion of all 8 NATEF areas) Suspension and Steering AUM 104 Suspension I 2 This program is a nationally certified automotive repair program AUM 105 Suspension II 3 (NATEF) providing you with entry level skills in the automotive industry or AUM 106 Alignment I 3 upgrading for those currently in the field. This is an open-entry program AUM 107 Alignment II 1 where students may begin at several designated starting times during Total Required Credits 9 Total Contact Hours (minimum) 202.5 the year. Therefore, you may complete some of the courses, enter the work force, then return to complete requirements for the AAS degree, Heating and Air Conditioning certificates, or to upgrade specific skills. Demonstrated mastery of AUM 108 Heating and A/C 7 skills is required. All automotive (AUM) courses are held at the Warren Total Required Credits 7 Tech. Auto Shop. The instructors are ASE Certified Master Technicians. Total Contact Hours 157.5

You should consult with an Automotive Technology advisor before begin- Manual Drive Train and Axles ning any program of study. AUM 109 Manual Drive Train I 3 AUM 110 Manual Drive Train II 6 Total Required Credits 9 Associate of Applied Science Total Contact Hours (minimum) 202.5 The Associate of Applied Science degree (60—66 semester credits), requires a minimum of 15 semester credits of academic general edu- Automatic Transmission/Transaxles cation courses and a minimum of 45 semester credits from five of the AUM 114 Auto Transmission I 3 AUM 115 Auto Transmission II 4 eight NATEF specialty areas listed. The AUM courses offered in the Total Required Credits 7 NATEF specialty areas must be completed as groups to satisfy require- Total Contact Hours (minimum) 157.5 ments. Engine Performance General Education (Required Minimum: 15 Semester Credits) AUM 118 Tune-up I 3 English/Speech (COM, ENG, SPE) minimum 3 semester credits AUM 119 Tune-up II 3 AUM 120 Emissions 2 Mathematics (MAT 100 or above) minimum 3 semester credits AUM 123 Fuel Systems I 2 AUM 125 Fuel Systems II 1 Take a minimum of 9 semester credits from any two of the following AUM 126 Fuel Injection 3 three areas: Total Required Credits 14 Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) Total Contact Hours (minimum) 315 Science (AST, BIO, CHE, ENV, GEY, PHY) Social/Behavioral Science (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) Electrical and Electronic Systems AUM 127 Basic Electrical I 6 AUM 128 Advanced Electrical II 6 Total Required Credits 12 Total Contact Hours (minimum) 270

Engine Repair AUM 131 Basic Engines I 3 AUM 132 Engine Overhaul II 5 Total Required Credits 8 Total Contact Hours (minimum) 180

34 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Biology

Other Electives AUM 297 Cooperative Education 1 to 3 Biology AUM 299 Independent Study 1 to 3 No more than 5 semester credits from these two courses may be used to substitute for NATEF specialty area courses. Associate of Science Degree with an Suggested Sequence Emphasis in Biology The suggested sequence of classes below are for full-time students seek- The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of plan- ing an AAS degree in Automotive Technology. If you are a part-time stu- ning to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in dent it will take longer to complete the sequence. Some courses might biology. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning not be offered each session. any program of study.

First Session Credits Required Courses Credits AUM 101 Basic Mechanics/Safety 1 BIO 111 General College Biology I (Core) 5 AUM XXX NATEF specialty area courses 9 BIO 112 General College Biology II (Core) 5 English/Speech General Ed.ucation Requirement 3 CHE 111 General College Chemistry I (Core) 5 Mathematics General Ed.ucation Requirement 3 CHE 112 General College Chemistry II (Core) 5 16 MAT 121 College Algebra (Core) 4 Second Session PHY 111 Physics: Algebra-based I (Core) 5 AUM XXX NATEF specialty area courses 12 29 Science, Humanities, or Social/Behavioral Science General Ed.ucation Requirement 3 Recommended Courses (at least 10 credits) BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 15 BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Third Session BIO 205 Microbiology 4 AUM XXX NATEF specialty area courses 12 BIO 211 Cellular Biology 4 Science, Humanities, or Social/Behavioral Science BIO 225 General Zoology 5 General Ed.ucation Requirement 3 BIO 226 General Botany 5 15 BIO 228 Field Biology 2-3 Fourth Session GEY 121 Historical Geology 4 AUM XXX NATEF specialty area courses 11 at least 10 Science, Humanities, or Social/Behavioral Science General Ed.ucation Requirement 3 Core Curriculum Requirements 14 English/Speech Total Required Semester Credits 60-66 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 1012 1/2 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3

Automotive Technology Certificates Humanities (any two courses from the following) 6 Contact an Automotive Technology advisor for prerequisites before ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; HUM 121, 122, beginning any NATEF certificate program. All AUM courses in any 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE NATEF specialty area must be successfully completed to satisfy certifi- 211, 212 cate requirements for that specialty area. Successful completion of all AUM courses in all eight of the NATEF specialty areas results in a Master Technician Certificate. Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 6

Total Required Credits 60

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 35 Biotechnology Biotechnology Business

Associate of Science Degree with an Associate of Arts with an Emphasis in Emphasis in Biotechnology Business The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of you The study of business examines the strategies and functional activities planning to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a that private enterprises undertake to achieve the profit motive. You can specialization in biotechnology. You are urged to consult with a faculty major in the following fields at the baccalaureate degree level: account- advisor before beginning any program of study. ing, finance, information systems, managements and marketing. Graduates in these disciplines go on to exciting and challenging professional careers in the business world. Recommended Courses Credits BIO 111 General College Biology I (Core) 5 The following courses are appropriate for students who plan to transfer BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 to a four-year college or university. Students are urged to consult with a BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 member of the business or accounting faculty before beginning any pro- BIO 205 Microbiology 4 gram of study. CHE 111 General College Chemistry I (Core) 5 Required Major Courses CHE 112 General College Chemistry II (Core) 5 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 MAT 121 College Algebra (Core) 4 ACC 122 Principles of Accounting II 4 BIO 211 Cellular Biology 4 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 BIO 212 Molecular Biology 4 BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 39 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 Core Curriculum Requirements BUS 226 Business Statistics 3 English/Speech CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications ENG 121 English Composition I 3 (Required Lab) *3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 MAN 226 Principles of Management *3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 32 9 Humanities (any two courses from the following) 6 Core Curriculum Requirements ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; English/Speech HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, ENG 121 English Composition I 3 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 6 **Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; HUM 121, 122, 123; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 Electives 3 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. Mathematics See a faculty advisor for courses appropriate to the area of emphasis. No MAT 121 College Algebra **4 more than three credits in physical education may be counted. or MAT 124 Finite Mathematics Total Required Credits 63 MAT 125 Survey of Calculus 4

Science** (any course from the following) AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212

Social and Behavioral Sciences ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics 3

**Any course from the following 3 ANT 101, 111; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102, SOC 101, 102

Total Required Credits 71-72

36 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Business Administration

*Principles of Marketing and Principles of Management will be accepted at four-year institutions provided that the community Business Administration college student completes the prerequisites (i.e. two accounting courses, one economics course, and business statistics) and has sophomore Degree: Associate of Applied Science standing before enrolling in either Principles of Marketing or Principles of Managment. Certificates: Variable Business organizations are always looking for people who can help them ** See faculty advisor achieve their goals. Training in business helps increase an individual’s opportunity for advancement within a corporate or administrative struc- Note: Colorado community colleges have a Business Transfer ture. Both large and small businesses stress the need for academic Agreement with the following four-year colleges in the state: Adams preparation in addition to work experience. Depending upon the level of State College, Colorado State University, Fort Lewis College, Mesa State work and the company, advanced degrees may be required. College, Metropolitan State College of Denver, University of Colorado at Boulder, University of Colorado at The Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Administration is Denver, University of Southern Colorado and Western State College. available with an emphasis in one of the following areas Please see a faculty advisor or the Transfer Center for more specific (see the following pages for more information): information. • Commercial Food Service Management Note: Some four-year colleges or universities may require a comprehen- • Financial Services Management–Banking sive exam before accepting credits for certain business courses. Consult • Human Resources Management a faculty advisor for additional information. • Management and Supervision • Marketing Red Rocks Community College offers a variety of degrees and • Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Services Management certificates in the fields of Business, Business Administration and • Purchasing Business Technology. No matter what training you may be seeking, • Real Estate • Transportation and Logistics Management know that Red Rocks’ friendly atmosphere, personal attention and quality instruction make a wonderful difference in your education. +Principles of Marketing and Principles of Management will be accepted at four-year institutions provided that the community college student completes the prerequisites (i.e. two accounting courses, one economics course, and business statistics) and has sophomore standing before enrolling in either Principles of Marketing or Principles of Managment.

Note: Please see your Business Administration faculty advisor for choice of electives and general education courses, program planning, and transfer information.

The following pages give a recommended order of completion of all courses for most areas of emphasis in the Business Administration degree. This order is structured for a full-time student. If you are a part-time student you should see your advisor for modifying this order. If you are uncertain about which area to major in, you should see your advisor for comparison lists of courses required for each of the areas of emphasis. This will allow you to take classes which are required in various areas of emphasis until you have chosen a specific area of emphasis.

To complete an Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Administration, you must complete the following groups of courses: 1. The appropriate Business Degree Core Course Requirements 2. The General Education Course Requirements 3. The Area of Emphasis Course Requirements These courses are combined and given in the recommended order of completion information below:

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 37 Business Administration Area of Emphasis: Area of Emphasis: Commercial Food Service Management Financial Services—Banking* Recommended Sequence of Courses Recommended Sequence of Courses Fall Fall BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting 4 BTE 100 Touch Keyboarding (Required Lab) 2 2/3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 or MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) 3 Business Related Elective 3 (Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent) (see advisor for approval) PHI 112 Ethics 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 19 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 Spring 15 2/3-16 BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 Spring MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 ACC 122 Principles of Accounting II 4 MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 (Prerequisite: ACC 121 or equivalent) CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 18 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Fall 15 Fall RTA* 101 Restaurant Arts I 12 MAN 225 Managerial Finance 3 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 (Fall only; Prerequisites: ACC 121, 122; ECO 201) (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 18 (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) Spring FIS 217 Principles of Banking 3 RTA* 102 Restaurant Arts II 12 FIS 218 The Trust Business 3 General Education (see advisor for approval) 3 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) 15 (Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent) 3 Total Required Credits 70 19 Spring *If you are taking RTA 101 or RTA 102, you must register through Red MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 Rocks Community College AND at Warren Center (where the classes are MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 held). PHI 112 Ethics 3 General Education (see advisor for approval) 3 Certificate: Business Related Elective (see advisor for approval) Commercial Food Service Management or FIS 297 Cooperative education 3 Recommended Sequence of Courses 18 Fall Total Required Credits 67 2/3-68 RTA* 101 Restaurant Arts I 12 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 +Principles of Marketing and Principles of Management will be accepted MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 at four-year institutions provided that the community college student 18 completes the prerequisites (i.e. two accounting courses, one econom- Spring ics course, and business statistics) and has sophomore standing before RTA* 102 Restaurant Arts II 12 enrolling in either Principles of Marketing or Principles of Managment. MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 *For information about enrolling in any of the following FIS classes (required or ACC** 101 Fundamentals of Accounting I 3 electives but not offered at Red Rocks Community College), contact the BUS 217 Business Communications and Report American Institute of Banking (AIB) at Independence Plaza, 1050 17th Writing (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 Street, Suite 450, Denver, CO 80265. or equivalent) 3 21 Credits earned at the AIB for these FIS courses are transferable to Total Required Credits 39 Red Rocks Community College. For additional information, please see a Business faculty advisor. *If you are taking RTA 101 and RTA 102 you must register through Red Rocks Community College AND at Warren Center (where the classes are FIS 205 Bank Investments and Funds Management 2 held). FIS 206 Law and Banking 3 FIS 210 Customer Lending 3 **ACC 101 is required for the Commercial Food Service Management cer- FIS 212 Commercial Lending 3 tificate program; however, you could take ACC 121 for the certifi- FIS 217 Principles of Banking 3 cate which would then also meet the accounting requirement for the FIS 218 The Trust Business 3 degree. FIS 219 Residential Mortgage Lending 3

38 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Business Administration Area of Emphasis: Certificate: Human Resources Management Human Resources Management Recommended Sequence of Courses Recommended Sequence of Courses Fall Fall MAN 200 Human Resources Management (Fall only) 3 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 MAN 212 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (Fall only) 3 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 MAN 215 Organizational Behavior (Fall only) 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 MAN 216+ Employee Recruiting and Training 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 (Fall only) MAT 100 Introductory Algebra ( or higher) 3 BUS 226 Business Statistics (Fall only) 3 15 (Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent) Spring PHI 112 Ethics 3 MAN 217 Compensation/Employee Benefits Management 3 19 (Spring only) Spring Business Related Electives (see advisor for approval) 6 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 or BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 MAN 297 Cooperative Education BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 PHI 112 Ethics 3 (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) 12 Total Required Credits 27 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 General Education (see advisor for approval) 3 18 Area of Emphasis: Fall Management and Supervision MAN 200 Human Resources Management (Fall only) 3 Recommended Sequence of Courses MAN 212 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (Fall only) 3 Fall MAN 215 Organizational Behavior (Fall only) 3 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 MAN 216 Employee Recruiting and Training (Fall only) 3 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 BUS 226 Business Statistics 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 (Fall only; Prerequisite: MAT 105 or permission) ENG 121 English Composition I 3 PHI 112 Ethics 3 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 16 18 Spring Spring MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 ACC 122 Principles of Accounting II 4 MAN 217 Compensation/Employee Benefits Management 3 (Prerequisite: ACC 121 or equivalent) (Spring only) CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) Business Related Elective (see advisor for approval) 3 (Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent) 3 or 18 MAN 297 Cooperative Education Fall 15 MAN 117 Time Management (Fall only) 1 Total Required Credits 70 MAN 225 Managerial Finance 3 (Fall only; Prerequisites: ACC 121, ACC 122, ECO 201) MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 MAN 200 Human Resources Management 3 (Fall only) BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) 3 17 Spring MAN 239 Business Policies (Spring only) 3 MAN 240 Management Information Systems (Spring only) 3 (Prerequisites: ACC 121, BUS 115, 216, CIS 118; ECO 201; MAN 225, 226 Corequisite: MAN 239) MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 Business Related Elective (see advisor for approval) 3 or MAN 297 Cooperative Education General Education (see advisor for approval) 3 15 Total Required Credits 66

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 39 Business Administration Certificate: Area of Emphasis: Management and Supervision Marketing Recommended Sequence of Courses Recommended Sequence of Courses Fall Fall MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 ACC 121 Accounting Principles I 4 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 15 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) Spring (Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent) 3 MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 16 MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 Spring BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 MAR 108 Principles of Salesmanship (Spring only) 3 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) Business Related Electives (see advisor for approval) CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 or PHI 112 Ethics 3 MAN 297 Cooperative Education 3 General Education (see advisor for approval) 3 16 17 Total Required Credits 31 Fall MAR 109 Advertising and Promotion (Fall only) 3 MAR 218 Sales Management 3 Certificate: (Fall only; Prerequisite: MAR 108—Spring only) Small Business Management or MAR 219 Public Relations Management (Fall only) Required Courses MAR 217 Principles of Purchasing (Fall only) 3 SBM 101 Starting a Small Business 1 BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 SBM 102 Managing a Small Business 1 Business Related Electives (see advisor for approval) 6 SBM 105 Financing a Small Business 1 19 Spring SBM 107 Recordkeeping for a Small Business 1 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 SBM 109 Analyzing Financial Statements Used in MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 Small Business 1 MAR 214 Wholesaling and Distribution (Spring only) 3 SBM 115 Marketing for a Small Business 1 or SBM 206 Legal Aspects of a Small Business (Spring only) 1 MAR 215 Retail Management (Spring only) Business Related Electives (see below) 11 MAR 115 Visual Merchandising (Spring only) 3 Business Related Elective (see advisor for approval) 3 or Elective Courses: (select 11 credits from the following list) MAR 297 Cooperative Education ACC 101 Fundamentals of Accounting I 3 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 or 18 Total Required Credits 70 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I (4 credits) ECO 119 Applied Economics 1 MAN 297 Cooperative Education 1 Certificate: Marketing MAR 219 Public Relations Management 3 Recommended Sequence of Courses SBM 116 Sales Techniques for the Entrepreneur 1 Fall (Fall only) MAR 109 Advertising and Promotion (Fall only) 3 SBM 118 Starting and Marketing a Professional Service 1 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 (Fall only) CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 SBM 119 Purchasing, Pricing and Inventory Control 1 15 (Fall only) Spring SBM 130 Business Writing Skills for the Entrepreneur 1 MAR 108 Principles of Salesmanship (Spring only) 3 (Spring only) BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 SBM 215 Managing Human Resources in a Small Business 1 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 (Fall only) (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) + SBM 290 Special Topics (Spring only) 1 MAR 216 Principles of Marketing 3 Business Related Elective (see advisor for approval) 3 or Total Required Credits 18 MAR 297 Cooperative Education 16 Total Required Credits 31

40 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Business Administration Area of Emphasis: Area of Emphasis: Purchasing Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Management Services Management Recommended Sequence of Courses Fall Recommended Sequence of Courses BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 Fall BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 PHI 112 Ethics 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 16 PHI 112 Ethics 3 Spring 16 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 MAR 108 Principles of Salesmanship (Spring only) 3 Spring BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 MAN 212 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (Fall only) 3 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) EMP 101 Introduction to Emergency Management 3 (Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent) 3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 18 Fall ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 MAN 210 Cost Effective MRO Buying (Fall only) 3 17 MAN 211 Inventory Management (Fall only) 3 MAN 212 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (Fall only) 3 Fall MAR 217 Principles of Purchasing (Fall only) 3 MAN 117 Time Management (Fall only) 1 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing MAN 200 Human Resources Management (Fall only) 3 (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) 3 MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 15 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 Spring (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 MAR 217 Principles of Purchasing (Fall only) 3 Business Related Elective (see advisor for approval) 3 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) or (Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent) 3 MAN 297 Cooperative Education ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 19 General Education (see advisor for approval) 3 Spring 15 EMS 227 Emergency Medical Technician/Basic 10 Total Required Credits 64 Business Related Electives (see advisor for approval) 2 BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 General Education (see advisor for approval) 3 Certificate: Purchasing Management 19 Recommended Sequence of Courses Fall Total Required Credits 71 MAN 210 Cost Effective MRO Buying (Fall only) 3 MAN 211 Inventory Management (Fall only) 3 +Principles of Marketing and Principles of Management will be accepted MAN 212 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (Fall only) 3 at four-year institutions provided that the community college student MAR 217 Principles of Purchasing (Fall only) 3 completes the prerequisites (i.e. two accounting courses, one econom- 12 ics course, and business statistics) and has sophomore standing before Spring enrolling in either Principles of Marketing or Principles of Managment. MAN 226+ Principles of Management 3 MAR 108 Principles of Salesmanship (Spring only) 3 PHI 112 Ethics 3 Business Related Elective (see advisor for approval) 3 12 Total Required Credits 24

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 41 Business Administration Area of Emphasis: Real Estate Area of Emphasis: Recommended Courses Transportation and Logistics Management ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 4 Recommended Sequence of Courses BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 Fall BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 TLM 110 Introduction to Logistics 3 BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 ACC 121* Principles of Accounting I 4 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/Personal Finance 3 MAR 216 Principles of Marketing 3 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 MAN 226 Principles of Management 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 16 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 Spring 31 TLM 205 Modes of Transportation 3 General Education Course Requirements ACC 122* Principles of Accounting II 4 (Prerequisite: ACC 121) English/Speech: BUS 217* Business Communications and Report Writing 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 (Prerequisite: ENG 100 or 121 or equivalent) Humanities: CIS 118* Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 PHI 112 Ethics 3 15 Mathematics: Fall MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher level) 3 BUS 216* Legal Environment of Business 4 BUS 226* Business Statistics (Fall only) 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences: GEO 105 World Regional Geography 3 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 General Education Elective (See advisor for approval) 3 or 15 TLM 290 Transportation/Logistics Internship Required Major Courses ECO 201* Principles of Macroeconomics 3 REE 101 Real Estate Practice and Law 4 16 REE 102 Colorado Contracts and Regulations 4 REE 103 Trust Accounts and Record Keeping 1 Spring REE 104 Current Legal Issues 1 MAN 226*+ Principles of Management 3 REE 105 Real Estate Closings 3 MAR 216+ Principles of Marketing 3 REE 106 Practical Applications 3 ECO 202* Principles of Microeconomics 3 16 MAT 121 College Algebra 4 Total Required Credits 62 (Prerequisite: MAT 105 or equivalent) SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 16 Certificate: Real Estate Total Required Credits 63

REE 101 Real Estate Practice and Law 4 REE 102 Colorado Contracts and Regulations 4 *Part of Business Transfer Agreement. REE 103 Trust Accounts and Record Keeping 1 + REE 104 Current Legal Issues 1 Principles of Marketing and Principles of Management are accepted at REE 105 Real Estate Closings 3 four-year institutions provided that the community college student REE 106 Practical Applications 3 completes the prerequisites (i.e., two accounting courses, one economics course, and business statistics) and has sophomore standing before enrolling in either Principles of Marketing or Principles of Management. Total Required Credits 16

42 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Business Technology Area of Emphasis: Business Technology Legal Secretary Degree: Associate of Applied Science Fall Certificate: Variable Credits BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 These program options (areas of emphasis) are designed to prepare you BTE 125 Procedures for Workplace 2000 3 for entry-level positions and/or advancement in businesses, governmen- BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 tal agencies and other institutions which employ persons in office occupa- CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 tions. If you are an individual aspiring for advanced work placement, you should expect to have several years of work experience in addition to the ENG 121 English Composition I 3 degree. 18 Spring BTE 103 and BTE 104 may be waived or challenged with validated speed of BTE 103 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I 4 65 wpm for 5 minutes with 5 or fewer errors. Please see your BTE CIS 125 Word Processing/WordPerfect 4 Faculty Advisor for choice of electives and general education courses, pro- MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) 3 gram planning, and transfer information. Please also consult the Course BTE 208 Legal Terminology 3 Description section of this catalog for individual course prerequisites. You must earn a minimum grade of C in all BTE, CIS, and BUS courses BTE 209 Legal Research 3 required for a certificate or degree. 17 Fall Area of Emphasis: BTE 104 Skillbuilding II 4 Administrative Assistant BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 BTE 297 Cooperative Education/Internship 3 Fall (Permission from BTE instructor required) BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 BTE 125 Procedures for Workplace 2000 3 General Education Course 3 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 General Education Course 3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 18 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 18 Spring Spring BTE 162 Electronic Filing I 4 BTE 103 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I 4 CIS 137 Desktop Publishing 4 CIS 125 Word Processing I/WordPerfect 4 BTE 220 Machine Transcription 4 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 BUS 120 Business Mathematics by Machines 4 MAN 120 Office Management 3 General Education Course 3 General Education Course 3 19 17 Fall General Education Courses BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 Credit from any two of the following three areas: BTE 220 Machine Transcription 4 Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) ACC 101 Fundamentals of Accounting I 3 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) General Education Course 3 18 Total Required Credits 72 Spring BTE 162 Electronic Filing I 4 BUS 120 Business Mathematics by Machines 4 CIS 137 Desktop Publishing 4 Elective 3 General Education Course 3 18 Electives: Business Technology (BTE) Computer Information Systems (CIS) Management (MAN) General Education Courses Credit from any two of the following three areas: Humanities (ART, FRE, GER HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO,HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) Total Required Credits 71

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 43 Business Technology Area of Emphasis: Area of Emphasis: Medical Office Word/Information Processing

Fall Fall BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 HEO 100 Medical Terminology 3 BTE 125 Procedures for Workplace 2000 3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 BUS 115 Introduction to Business 3 BTE 140 Medical Office I 4 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 16 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 Spring 18 CIS 125 Word Processing /WordPerfect 4 Spring HEO 104 Anatomy for Health Occupations 4 BTE 103 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I 4 BTE 141 Medical Office II 4 CIS 125 Word Processing/WordPerfect 4 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 BUS 120 Business Mathematics by Machines 4 15 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) 3 Fall General Education Course 3 BTE 142 Medical Transcription 2.67 18 BTE 206 Coding/Health Insurance Methods and Claims 4 Fall BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 BTE 104 Skillbuilding II 4 BTE 115 Data Entry I 4 BTE 135 Office Correspondence 3 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 or 16.67 BUS 217 Business Communications and Report Writing 3 MAN 120 Office Management MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 General Education Course 3 Spring 18 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher) 3 Spring BTE 297 Cooperative Education/Internship 3 BTE 162 Electronic Filing I 4 (Permission from BTE instructor required) CIS 137 Desktop Publishing 4 General Education Course 3 BTE 220 Machine Transcription 4 General Education Course 3 Elective 3 General Education Course 3 General Education Course 3 15 18 General Education Courses Electives Credit from any two of the following three areas: Accounting (ACC) Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) Business Technology (BTE) Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) Computer Information Systems (CIS) Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) Management (MAN)

Total Required Credits 62.67 General Education Courses Credit from two of the following three areas: Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC)

Total Required Credits 72

44 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Business Technology Clerical/Data Entry Certificate Medical Office Certificate

Fall Fall CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 HEO 100 Medical Terminology 3 BTE 135 Office Correspondence 3 BTE 140 Medical Office I 4 14 16 Spring Spring BTE 103 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I 4 HEO 104 Anatomy and Physiology for Health Occupations 4 BTE 125 Procedures for Workplace 2000 3 BTE 141 Medical Office II 4 BTE 162 Electronic Filing I 4 CIS 125 Word Processing/WordPerfect 4 CIS 125 Word Processing/WordPerfect 4 BTE 135 Office Correspondence 3 15 15 Fall Fall BTE 115 Data Entry I 4 BTE 115 Data Entry 4 BUS 120 Business Mathmatics by Machines 4 BTE 142 Medical Transcription 2.67 ACC 101 Fundamantals of Accounting I 3 BTE 206 Coding/Health Insurance Methods and Claims 4 11 BTE 297 Cooperative Education/Internship 3 (Permission from BTE instructor required) 13.67 Total Required Credits 40 Total Required Credits 44.67

Legal Secretary Certificate Word Processing Certificate Fall CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 Fall BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications 4 BTE 125 Procedures for Workplace 2000 3 BTE 161 Filing and Records Management 2 BTE 135 Office Correspondence 3 BTE 135 Office Correspondence 3 17 14 Spring Spring BTE 103 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I 4 BTE 103 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I 4 BTE 208 Legal Terminology 3 BTE 125 Procedures for Workplace 2000 3 BTE 209 Legal Research 3 BTE 162 Electronic Filing 4 CIS 125 Word Processing/WordPerfect 4 CIS 125 Word Processing/WordPerfect 4 BUS 120 Business Mathematics by Machines 4 15 18 Fall Fall BTE 104 Skillbuilding II 4 BTE 220 Machine Transcription 4 BUS 120 Business Mathematics by Machines 4 BTE 162 Electronic Filing I 4 CIS 137 Desktop Publishing 4 CIS 137 Desktop Publishing 4 BTE 220 Machine Transcription 4 BTE 297 Cooperative Education/Internship 16 (Permission from BTE instructor required) 3 15 Total Required Credits 45 Total Required Credits 50 Carpentry (See Construction Technology)

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 45 Chemistry Chemistry Computer Information Associate of Science Degree With an Systems Emphasis in Chemistry The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those planning Degree: Associate of Applied Science to plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in chemistry. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before Certificates: Variable credits The Computer Information Systems Associate of Applied Science beginning any program of study. degree program is designed to prepare you for entry-level positions in three areas of emphasis: programming, microcomputer applications Recommended Courses Credits specialist and microcomputer programming specialist. There are also two- CHE 111 General College Chemistry I (Core) 5 semester certificate programs in microcomputer specialist, LAN adminis- CHE 112 General College Chemistry II (Core) 5 trator and programming. CHE 211 Organic Chemistry I 5 CHE 212 Organic Chemistry II 5 Required Credits (for all Areas of Emphasis) Credits MAT 201 Calculus I (Core) 5 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 5 MAT 202 Calculus II (Core) 5 CIS 115 Introduction to Computers 5 MAT 203 Calculus III 4 CIS 116 Logic and Program Design 3 PHY 211 Physics: Calculus-based I (Core) 5 CIS 245 Database Management Systems 4 PHY 212 Physics: Calculus-based II (Core) 5 CIS 276 Systems Analysis and Design 5 Core Curriculum Requirements ENG 121 English Composition I 3 English/Speech ENG 122 English Composition II 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 or ENG 122 English Composition II 3 ENG 131 Technical Writing I SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 MAT 121 College Algebra (or higher) 4 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 *Humanities (any two courses from the following) 6 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; Credit from two of the following three areas: 6 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) 6 ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; Total Required Credits 41 POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102

Electives 3 Area of Emphasis: Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. Internet/Web Development No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Credits CIS 117 Web Development Essentials 4 Total Required Credits 68 CIS 187 Introduction to the Internet 1 1/3 CIS 188 HTML Scripting 1-4 * Youare encouraged to complete GER 111 and 112 to satisfy the Arts or and Humanities requirement. CIS 190 Web Editing 1-4 or Other Approved Course CSC 238 Java Programming 4 or Other Approved Course Communications Electives 9 (See Speech Communications.) Credits for Internet/Web Development Area of Emphasis 20-28 1/3

Total Required Credits (minimum) 60 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 900

46 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Computer Information Systems Area of Emphasis: Microcomputer Area of Emphasis: Multimedia Applications Specialist Software Developer This area of emphasis is designed to prepare you as an entry-level micro- This area of emphasis is designed to prepare you for an entry-level posi- computer specialist with an emphasis in applications. tion as a Multimedia Software Developer. Upon completion of this program, the student will have completed Authorized Macromedia Credits Training Courses conducted by authorized trainers, specifically CIS 181 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 (Director) and CIS 182 (Authorware). You should be prepared to enter See Course Description section for alternative courses. the multimedia software field as an entry-level developer. CIS 141 Intermediate Microcomputer Database Credits (Required Lab) 11⁄3 CIS 138 Introduction to MS Windows 1 1⁄3 CIS 142 Advanced Microcomputer Database CIS 180 Introduction to Multimedia 3 (Required Lab) 11⁄3 CIS 181 Multimedia Software Interactive CIS 151 Intermediate Electronic Spreadsheets Development (Director) 4 (Required Lab) 11⁄3 CIS 182 Multimedia Software Authorship (Authorware) 4 CIS 152 Advanced Electronic Spreadsheets CIS 183 Multimedia Software Design/Development (Required Lab) 11⁄3 or or equivalent (CIS 145, CIS 155) CIS 230 C Language Programming CIS 111 Advanced Microcomputer Operating or System (Required Lab) 11⁄3 CIS 173 Visual BASIC for Windows Programming 4 CIS 250 Local Area Networks (LAN) 2 XXX Other Course Approved by an advisor CIS/CSC One Programming Language (preferably C) (Required Lab) 4 Electives 12 CIS 137 Desktop Publishing (Required Lab) 4 See an advisor for suggested electives. CIS/CSC Electives with advisor approval 6 Credits for Multimedia Developer Credits for Microcomputer Applications Specialist Area of Emphasis 28 1⁄3 Area of Emphasis 27 2⁄3 Total Required Credits (minimum) 69 1⁄3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 1040 Total Required Credits (minimum) 67 2⁄3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 1000 Area of Emphasis: Network Administrator Area of Emphasis: Microcomputer This area of emphasis is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position as a LAN Administrator. You will also have the option of com- Programming Specialist pleting advanced course work through the EDT department in order to This area of emphasis is designed to prepare you as an entry-level obtain special certification in the work field. microcomputer specialist with an emphasis in programming. Credits Credits CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 CIS 110 Introduction to Microcomputer See Course Description section for alternative courses. Operating Systems 1 1⁄3 CIS 141 Intermediate Microcomputer Database and (Required Lab) 11⁄3 CIS 111 Advanced Microcomputer Operating Systems 1 1⁄3 CIS 142 Advanced Microcomputer Database or (Required Lab) See advisor for equivalent 11⁄3 EDT 240 Peripheral Systems and Software 7 or alternative courses. CIS 125 Word Processing 4 CSC 230 C Language Programming (Required Lab) 4 CIS 145 Microcomputer Databases 4 CSC 231 Advanced C Language Programming CIS 150 Introduction Electronic Spreadsheets 2 2⁄3 (Required Lab) 4 CIS 151 Intermediate Electronic Spreadsheets 1 2⁄3 CIS/CSC Second Programming Language (Required Lab) 4 CIS 175 UNIX 4 CIS/CSC Electives with advisor approval 6 CIS 250 Local Area Networks 2 and Credits for Microcomputer Programming Specialist CIS 251 Local Area Network Administration 4 Area of Emphasis 25 2⁄3 or CIS 260 NOVELL Certified Network Total Required Credits (minimum) 65 2⁄3 Engineering—Part I 7 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 985 Electives 4-6 Suggested electives with CIS/EDT advisor approval: CIS 252, 253, 254, 176; EDT 260, 270, 280 and 285. Credits for Network Administrator Area of Emphasis 30 2⁄3 Total Required Credits (minimum) 70 2⁄3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 500

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 47 Computer Information Systems Area of Emphasis: Programming LAN Administrator Certificate

This program is designed to prepare tyou for a career in Local Area This area of emphasis is designed to prepare you as an entry-level pro- Network administration or planning. Additional career opportunities exist in grammer. Upon completion of this program, you will have completed a microcomputer applications support. minimum of thirty programs ranging from simple business programs Credits to the design and completion of a complex business system. CIS 110 Introduction to Microcomputer Credits Operating Systems (Required Lab) 11⁄3 CIS 277 Operating Systems and Job Control Language (Required CIS 111 Advanced Microcomputer Operating Systems Lab) 4 (Required Lab) 11⁄3 or CIS 115 Introduction to Computers (Required Lab) 5 CIS 175 UNIX (Required Lab) 4 CIS 125 Word Processing (Required Lab) 4 CIS 297 Cooperative Education 3-5 CIS 145 Microcomputer Databases (Required Lab) 4 or CIS 150 Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets ACC 122* Principles of Accounting II 3-5 (Required Lab) 22⁄3 CIS/CSC In one programming language sequence CIS 151 Intermediate Electronic Spreadsheets (Required Lab) 8 (Required Lab) 11⁄3 CIS/CSC Electives above CIS 155 with approval of advisor 9 CIS 250 Local Area Networks 2 Labs may be required 3 CIS 251 Local Area Network Administration (Required Lab) 4 Credits for Programming Area of Emphasis 27-29 CIS 252 Multi-Vender Networking 3 CIS 253 LAN Service and Support (Required Lab) 4 Total Required Credits (minimum) 67 CIS 275 Telecommunications 3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 1005 Total Required Credits 35 2⁄3 * ACC 121 or equivalent is a prerequisite to ACC 122. Total Required Contact Hours 535

Internet/Web Development Certificate Microcomputer Specialist Certificate Credits CIS 115 Introduction to Computers 5 or This certificate program is designed to prepare you for a career as a Other Approved Course microcomputer specialist with an emphasis in applications. CIS 117 Web Development Essentials 4 Credits CIS 187 Introduction to the Internet 1 1/3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications CIS 188 HTML Scripting 1-4 (Required Lab) See Course Description or section for alternative courses. 5 CIS 190 Web Editing 1-4 CIS 141 Intermediate Microcomputer Database or (Required Lab) 1 1⁄3 Other Approved Course CIS 142 Advanced Microcomputer Database CSC 238 Java Programming 4 (Required Lab) 1 1⁄3 or CIS 151 Intermediate Electronic Spreadsheets Other Approved Course (Required Lab) 1 1⁄3 Electives 14 CIS 152 Advanced Electronic Spreadsheets (Required Lab) 1 1⁄3 Total Required Credits (minimum) 30-38 1/3 or equivalent (CIS 145, CIS 155) Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 450 CIS 111 Advanced Microcomputer Operating Systems (Required Lab) 1 1⁄3 CIS 250 Local Area Networks (LAN) 2 CIS/CSC One Programming Language (preferably C)(Required Lab) 4 CIS 137 Desktop Publishing (Required Lab) 4 CIS 245 Database Management Systems (Required Lab) 4 CIS/CSC Electives with advisor approval 6 Total Required Credits (minimum) 1 2⁄3 Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 475

48 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Computer Science Multimedia Software Specialist Certificate Computer Science Associate of Science Degree With an This certificate is designed to prepare you for a career as a Multimedia Specialist. Course work includes Authorized Macromedia Training Emphasis in Computer Science Courses conducted by authorized trainers, specifically CIS 181 (Director) and CIS 182 (Authorware). Additional training may be The completion of the following courses is for the student planning to obtained through the Multimedia Software Developer Degree. transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in Credits computer science. You are urged to consult a faculty advisor before CIS 115 Introduction to Computers 5 beginning any program. or Recommended Courses Credits CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 CSC 160 Computer Science I (Required Lab) 5 CIS 180 Introduction to Multimedia 3 CSC 161 Computer Science II (Required Lab) 5 CIS 181 Multimedia Software Interactive CSC 165 Discrete Structures 3 Development (Director) 4 MAT 201 Calculus I (Core) 5 CIS 182 Multimedia Software Authorship MAT 202 Calculus II (Core) 5 (Authorware) 4 PHY 211 Physics: Calculus-based I* (Core) 5 Electives (CIS electives must be above 155) 16 PHY 212 Physics: Calculus-based II* (Core) 5

Total Required Credits (minimum) 32 *Other natural science credits may be substituted for the AS degree. However, many colleges and universities offering a bachelor Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 480 of science degree in Computer Science require PHY 211 and PHY 212. Please consult with a computer science faculty advisor.

Programming Certificate Electives in Mathematics and Computer Science 6 All electives must be transferable. You are encouraged 39 This certificate is designed for you if you already have a two-year or a to work with their computer science faculty advisor. four-year degree. Professional experience may be used in lieu of a Core Curriculum Requirements degree with approval from the department. English/Speech Credits ENG 121 English Composition I 3 CIS 115 Introduction to Computers (Required Lab) 5 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 CIS 116 Logic and Program Design 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 CIS 277 Operating Systems and Job Control or Humanities (any two courses from the following) 6 CIS 175 UNIX 4 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111 ,112, 211, 212; CIS 297 Cooperative Education HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; or PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 ACC 122* Principles of Accounting II or Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) ANT ENG 131 Technical Writing I 3-5 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102 CIS/CSC In one programming language sequence 8 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 6 CIS/CSC Electives above CIS 155 with advisor’s approval 6 Labs may be required. 2 Electives 3 Total Required Credits (minimum) 31-33 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. Total Required Contact Hours (minimum) 465-495 No more than 3 credits in PHE may be counted.

* ACC 121 or equivalent is a prerequisite to ACC 122. Total Required Credits 63

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 49 Construction Technology Construction Technology Cluster

Degree: Associate of Applied Science in Construction Technology with Areas of Emphasis and Options in: Air Conditioning Heating & Plumbing (PLU) Refrigeration (AHR) Degree Certificate Degree Certificate •Plumbing •Residential Plumber •Advanced Heating •Advanced Heating •Apprentice Plumber •Air Conditioning •Air Conditioning •Refrigeration •Refrigeration Solar Construction Technology (ENT) •Refrigeration, Heating & •Refrigeration, Heating & Degree Certificate Air Conditioning Air Conditioning •Active •Solar Construction •Residential Heating •Residential Heating •Passive Technology Carpentry (CAR) Apprentice-Related Technology Degree Certificate (In conjunction with the Construction Industry Training •Carpentry •Carpentry Council*)

Degree (60 Credits) Certificate (16-32 Credits) Construction Technology (CON) •Carpentry •Carpentry (ARC) •Drywall Applicator •Drywall Applicator (ARD) Degree Certificate •Electrical •Electrical (ARE) •Building Maintenance •Building Maintenance •Ironworker •Ironworker (ARI) Technician Technician •Masonry •Masonry (ARM) •Technician Construction •Technician Construction •Plumbing •Plumbing (ARP) Technology Technology •Sheetmetal •Sheetmetal Worker (ARS)

Electrical (EIC) *Permission of Construction Technology Department Chair required. Degree Certificate •Construction •Construction Interdisciplinary Certificates •Maintenance •Maintenance *Basic Plumbing & Heating Maintenance Certificate •Residential Construction •Advanced Construction •Building Code Certificate •Advanced Maintenance •Post Degree Specializations Fine Woodworking (FIW) Degree Certificate •Fine Woodworking •Fine Woodworking

Construction Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements for All Areas of Emphasis

General Education Requirements Construction Technology Requirements English/Speech (COM, ENG, SPE) 3 CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 Mathematics (MAT 115) 3 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 CON 151 Construction Process 4 Credit from any two of the following three areas: 6 9 Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) Required Major Courses Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) Social and Behavioral Sciences(ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, See Individual areas of emphasis for specific PSY, SOC) requirements 36 Total Required Credits (Minimum) 60 General Education Electives 3 15

50 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Construction Technology Degree: Associate of Applied Science Construction Technology AAS Degree Certificates: Variable Credits with Building Maintenance Emphasis The Construction Technology degree is the most comprehensive train- Credits ing program for the building industry in the state. This flexible program allows you to choose courses in one or more trades. In addition to General Education Requirements 15 teaching all four National Codes, this degree provides you with opportu- Construction Technology Requirements 9 nities to earn interdisciplinary certificates as well as post-degree upgrading. Total Required Credits 24 Construction Technology requirements and electives must be approved by Construction Technology Advisor. You must complete a total of 36 credits including one course from the areas listed below. No more than four courses from any one area will Construction Technology AAS Degree count toward the completion of this degree. Meet with your with Technician Emphasis Construction Technology Advisor. Credits Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration and Ventilation General Education Requirements 15 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 Construction TechnologyRequirements 9 AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 Total Required Credits 24 AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems 6 Required Major Credits 36 AHR 132 HVAC/R Controls I 4 Carpentry You must complete a total of 36 credits including one CAR 151 Tools: Hand and Power, Portable and Stationary 4 course from the areas listed below. No more than four CAR 202 Exterior Finishes (1-8) courses from any one area will count toward the CAR 203 Finishes and Refinishes (1-4) completion of this degree. Meet with Construction CAR 208 Interior Finishes (1-4) Technology Advisor. CAR 207 Roof Coverings (1-4) Total Required Credits (minimum) 60 Electricity EIC 100 Electrical Construction and Planning 4 Generalist Construction Technology EIC 105 Basics of AC and DC Electricity 4 Certificate EIC 110 Electrical Installations I 4 EIC 130 National Electric Code I 4 Credits EIC 155 AC Circuit Fundamentals 4 Construction Technology Requirements 9 Plumbing Major Courses PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing 3 Construction Technology requirements and electives PLU 110 Finish and Installation of Plumbing Fixtures 3 PLU 116 Plumbing Repair 3 must be approved by your Construction PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 Technology Advisor. 21 PLU 207 Basic Solar Energy 3

Total Required Credits (minimum) 30 Building Maintenance Technician Certificate Building Code Certificate Credits Credit from any two of the following four classes: Construction Technology Requirements 9 CAR 225 Uniform Building Code (4) PLU 216 Uniform Plumbing Code (4) AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code (4) You must complete a total of 36 credits including one EIC 130 National Electric Code I (4) course from the areas listed below. No more then four courses from any one area will count toward the completion Total Required Credits (minimum) 8 of this certificate. 36

Total Required Credits (minimum) 45

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 51 Construction Technology Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration and Ventilation Apprentice-Related Electrical Certificate AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 ARE 111 Electrical I 4 AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 ARE 112 Electrical I (continued) 4 AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 ARE 121 Electrical II 4 AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems 6 ARE 122 Electrical II (continued) 4 AHR 132 HVAC/R Controls I 4 ARE 131 Electrical III 4 ARE 132 Electrical III (continued) 4 Carpentry ARE 141 Electrical IV 4 CAR 151 Tools: Hand and Power, Portable and Stationary 4 ARE 142 Electrical IV (continued) 4 CAR 202 Exterior Finishes (1-8) Total Required Credits 32 CAR 203 Finishes and Refinishes (1-4) CAR 208 Interior Finishes (1-4) Apprentice-Related Ironworker Certificate* CAR 207 Roof Coverings (1-4) ARI 111 Ironworker I 4 Electricity ARI 112 Ironworker I (continued) 4 ARI 121 Ironworker II 4 EIC 100 Electrical Construction Planning 3 ARI 122 Ironworker II (continued) 4 EIC 105 Basics of AC and DC Electricity 3 ARI 131 Ironworker III 4 EIC 110 Electrical Installations I 3 ARI 132 Ironworker III (continued) 4 EIC 130 National Electric Code I 3 EIC 155 AC Circuit Fundamentals 3 Total Required Credits 24 *This degree requires additional electives (see advisor). Plumbing PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing 3 PLU 110 Finish and Installation of Plumbing Fixtures 3 PLU 116 Plumbing Repair 3 Apprentice-Related Plumbing/Pipefitter PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 PLU 207 Basic Solar Energy 3 Certificate ARP 111 Plumbing I 4 ARP 112 Plumbing I (continued) 4 Apprentice-Related Carpentry Certificate ARP 121 Plumbing II 4 Credits ARP 122 Plumbing II (continued) 4 ARC 111 Carpentry I 4 ARP 131 Plumbing III 4 ARC 112 Carpentry I (continued) 4 ARP 132 Plumbing III (continued) 4 ARC 121 Carpentry II 4 ARP 141 Plumbing IV 4 ARC 122 Carpentry II (continued) 4 ARP 142 Plumbing IV (continued) 4 ARC 131 Carpentry III 4 ARP 151 Plumbing V 4 ARC 132 Carpentry III (continued) 4 ARP 152 Plumbing V (continued) 4 ARC 141 Carpentry IV 4 ARC 142 Carpentry IV (continued) 4 Total Required Credits 40 Total Required Credits 32 Apprentice-Related Sheet Metal Certificate ARS 111 Sheet Metal I 4 Apprentice-Related Drywall Certificate* ARS 112 Sheet Metal I (continued) 4 ARD 111 Drywall Applicator I 4 ARS 121 Sheet Metal II 4 ARD 112 Drywall Applicator I (continued) 4 ARS 122 Sheet Metal II (continued) 4 ARD 121 Drywall Applicator II 4 ARS 131 Sheet Metal III 4 ARD 122 Drywall Applicator II (continued) 4 ARS 132 Sheet Metal III (continued) 4 Total Required Credits 16 ARS 141 Sheet Metal IV 4 ARS 142 Sheet Metal IV (continued) 4 *This degree requires additional electives (see advisor). Total Required Credits 32

52 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Construction Technology Air Conditioning, Heating, Construction Technology AAS Degree with Air Conditioning Emphasis Refrigeration & Ventilation (AHR) General Education Requirements 15 Construction Technology Requirements 9 This program provides the knowledge and skills for job entry into the air Total Required Credits 24 conditioning, heating and refrigeration industry in the areas of installation and maintenance as well as upgrading and refresher courses for Required Major Courses Credits First Session those already employed in the field. AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 Construction Technology AAS Degree MAT 115 Technical Math 3 English Credit 3 with Air Conditioning, Heating, & 14 Second Session Ventilation Emphasis AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems 6 Credits AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Certification Training 1 AHR 132 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Controls 4 General Education Requirements 15 AHR 278 Advanced Refrigeration Lab 2 Construction Technology Requirements 9 Science or Humanities or Social Science Elective 3 Total Required Credits 24 16 Third Session AHR 200 HVAC/R Controls II 4 Required Major Courses Credits AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 First Session CON 100 Computers for Construction 4 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 15 AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 Fourth Session AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 AHR 222 Evaporative Cooling Systems/Water Treatment 4 MAT 115 Technical Math 3 AHR 297 Work Co-op 4 CON 151 Construction Process 4 15 Science or Humanities or Social Science Elective 3 Second Session 15 AHR 132 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Controls 4 Total Required Credits 60 AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems 6 AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Certification Training 1 Construction Technology AAS Degree English Credit 3 with Advanced Heating Emphasis 14 Third Session General Education Requirements 15 AHR 162 Heating Controls 4 Construction Technology Requirements 9 Total Required Credits 24 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 Required Major Courses Credits Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 First Session 15 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 Fourth Session AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 MAT 115 Technical Math 3 English Credit 3 AHR 278 Advanced HVAC/R Lab 3 14 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 Second Session CON 100 Computers for Construction 3 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 AHR 162 Heating Controls 4 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 AHR 299 Independent Study 2 16 CON 100 Computers for Construction 3 Total Required Credits 60 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 16 Third Session AHR 151 Low Pressure Steam Heating 4 AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 14 Fourth Session AHR 200 HVAC/R Controls II 4 AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 AHR 240 Advanced Heating Systems 4 CON 151 Construction Process 4 16 Total Required Credits 60

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 53 Construction Technology Construction Technology AAS Degree Construction Technology AAS Degree with Residential Heating Emphasis with Refrigeration Emphasis Credits Credits General Education Requirements 15 General Education Requirements 15 Construction Technology Requirements 9 Construction Technology Requirements 9 Total Required Credits 24 Total Required Credits 24 Required Major Courses Credits Required Major Courses Credits First Session First Session AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 MAT 115 Technical Math 3 MAT 115 Technical Math 3 English Credit 3 English Credit 3 14 14 Second Session Second Session AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Certification Training 1 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 AHR 132 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Controls 4 AHR 162 Heating Controls 4 AHR 201 Advanced Refrigeration 6 AHR 278 Advanced HVAC/R Lab 2 CON 100 Computers for Construction 3 PLU 107 Piping and Back-Flow Prevention 3 14 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 Third Session 16 AHR 200 HVAC/R Controls II 4 Third Session AHR 217 Refrigeration Operator 4 AHR 151 Low Pressure Steam Heating 4 AHR 278 Advanced Refrigeration Lab 3 AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 CON 100 Computers for Construction 3 17 14 Fourth Session Fourth Session AHR 222 Evaporative Cooling Systems and AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 Water Treatment 4 AHR 225 Indoor Air Quality and Ventilation 4 AHR 297 Work Co-op 4 CON 151 Construction Process 4 CON 151 Construction Process 4 Independent Study or Work Co-op 1 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 15 16 Total Required Credits 60 Total Required Credits 60

54 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Construction Technology Residential Air Conditioning, Heating, Air Conditioning Certificate and Ventilation (HVAC) Certificate Required Major Courses Credits Required Major Courses Credits First Session First Session AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 8 AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 Second Session 12 AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems 6 Second Session AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Certification Training 1 AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems 6 AHR 132 AC and Refrigeration Controls 4 AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Certificate 1 AHR 132 AC and Refrigeration Controls 4 AHR 200 HVAC Controls II 4 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 15 15 Third Session Third Session AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 AHR 162 Heating Controls 4 AHR 222 Evaporative Cooling Systems and AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 Water Treatment 4 AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 AHR 299 Independent Study 4 12 12 Total Required Credits 35 Total Required Credits 39

Advanced Air Conditioning, Heating, Residential Heating Certificate and Ventilation (HVAC ) Certificate Required Major Courses Credits First Session Required Major Courses Credits AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 First Session AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 8 AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 Second Session 12 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 Second Session AHR 162 Heating Controls 4 AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems 6 AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Certificate 1 12 AHR 132 AC and Refrigeration Controls 4 Third Session AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 15 AHR 299 Independent Study 4 Third Session 8 AHR 151 Low Pressure Steam Heat 4 AHR 162 Heating Controls 4 Total Required Credits 28 AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 12 Fourth Session AHR 200 HVAC/R Controls II 4 AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 AHR 222 Evaporative Cooling Systems and Water Treatment 4 12

Total Required Credits 51

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 55 Construction Technology Advanced Heating Certificate Carpentry (CAR) Required Major Courses Credits This program provides theory and hands-on training for job-entry skills First Session through craftsman level competencies in a variety of areas in addition AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 to general carpentry classes. Areas of emphasis are designed to meet AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 individual needs, whether you are a part- or full-time student in the following specialties: 8 Second Session • Residential Carpentry • Commercial Carpentry AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 • Contracting AHR 151 Low Pressure Steam Heat 4 • Job Site Supervision, Code Compliance, Estimating AHR 162 Heating Controls 4 • Maintenance: Apartment, Commercial, Residential 12 • Remodeling/Renovation/Additions/Basement Remodeling Third Session • Cabinetmaking/Furniture making and Repair and Refinishing • Specialty Trades (some examples): Interior Finish Carpenter, AHR 200 HVAC/R Controls II 4 Drywaller, Flooring Installer, Roofer, Cabinet and Counter Top AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 Installer, Framer, Form Carpenter AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code 4 12 Courses are competency-based. Variable credit classes are available to fit Fourth Session your schedule. Courses may be repeated up to three times to increase AHR 240 Commercial Heating Systems 4 proficiency. All classes are open to all skill levels unless otherwise noted. Additional unlisted topics are available through independent AHR 299 Independent Study 4 study. Personal tool requirements increase with proficiency. 8 Choose the number of credits shown from each group: Total Required Credits 40 Credits Structure 8 Refrigeration Certificate CAR 107 Site Preparation CAR 108 Foundation Systems Required Major Courses Credits CAR 109 Floor Framing First Session CAR 110 Wall Framing CAR 111 Roof Framing AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R 4 CAR 112 Stair Framing AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals 4 CAR 113 Framing Labs 8 CAR 114 Formwork Lab Second Session AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Certificate 1 Exterior Finishes 4 CAR 200 Exterior Trim AHR 132 HVAC/R Controls I 4 CAR 201 Commercial Roofing Project AHR 201 Advanced Refrigeration 6 CAR 202 Exterior Finishes Lab 11 CAR 205 Exterior Doors and Windows Third Session CAR 206 Exterior Wall Coverings AHR 217 Refrigeration Operator Code 4 CAR 207 Roof Coverings AHR 299 Independent Study 4 Specialties 8 8 CAR 208 Interior Finishes Total Required Credits 27 CAR 215 Cabinet Installation, Countertops & Built-Ins CAR 216 Drywall Construction CAR 218 Commercial and Tenant Finishes CAR 220 Remodeling, Renovation and Additions CAR 221 Building Maintenance

Trade Skills 8 CON 100 Computers for Construction CAR 150 Construction Materials CAR 224 Contracting and the Construction Business CAR 225 Building Codes, Permits, Inspection, Compliance and Variances CAR 226 Contractor Licensing CAR 227 Construction Licensing CAR 228 Cost Estimation CAR 229 Contractors’ and Builders’ Seminar CAR 232 Carpentry Lab or CAR 233 Technical Project for Specialty Trade

56 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Construction Technology Construction Technology AAS Degree Electricity—Commercial/ with Carpentry Emphasis Industrial/Residential (EIC) Credits General Education Requirements 15 This program is designed to prepare you for the many career oppor- Construction Technology Requirements 9 tunities available to the competent electrician. A thorough treatment of Total Required Credits 24 DC, AC, and polyphase electric circuits and solid state power devices mini- mizes the possibility of technological obsolescence. The electrical installa- Required Major Courses Credits tion courses use the latest techniques according to the National Electrical Code. The electrical code classes are especially useful as preparation for First Session state license examinations. This program is also excellent for job upgrad- CAR 152 Tools 4 ing. CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 CAR XXX Carpentry Class from Structure Category 4 Construction Technology AAS Degree CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 MAT 115 Applied Occupational Math 3 with Construction Electrician Emphasis 16 Credits Second Session General Education Requirements 15 CON 151 Construction Process 4 Construction Technology Requirements 9 CAR XXX Carpentry Class from Structure Category 4 Total Required Credits 24 CAR XXX Carpentry Class from Specialities Category 4 General Education : English/Speech 3 Required Major Courses Credits 15 Third Session First Session CAR XXX Carpentry Class from Trade Skills Category 4 EIC 105 Basics AC & DC Electricity 4 CAR XXX Carpentry Class from Exterior Finishes Category 4 EIC 110 Electrical Installations I 4 General Education: Humanities,Science or Social Sciences 3 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 CAR 232 Carpentry Lab MAT 115 Technical Math 3 or CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 CAR 233 Technical Project 4 16 15 Second Session Fourth Session EIC 100 Electrical Construction and Planning 4 CAR 232 Carpentry Lab EIC 120 Electrical Installations II 4 or EIC 130 National Electrical Code I 4 CAR 233 Technical Project 4 English Credit 3 CAR XXX Carpentry Class from Specialties Category 4 15 General Education: Humanities, Science or Social Sciences 3 Third Session General Education Elective 3 EIC 135 National Electrical Code II 4 14 EIC 150 DC Circuit Fundamentals 4 Total Required Credits 60 CON 151 Construction Process 4 General Elective Credit 3 15 Carpentry Certificate Fourth Session Required Major Courses EIC 155 AC Circuit Fundamentals 4 CON 151 Construction Process 4 EIC 190 Electrical Code Calculations 4 CAR 152 Tools: Hand and Power/Portable and Stationary 4 Science or Humanities or Social Science Courses 6 14 Choose a minimum of 4 credits from each category: Total Required Credits 60 Structure 4 Exterior Finishes 4 Specialties 4 Trade Skills 4 CAR/FIW Electives (must have approval of your advisor) 8

Total Required Credits 32

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 57 Construction Technology Construction Technology AAS Degree Advanced Construction Electrician with Maintenance Electrician Emphasis Certificate* Credits Required Major Courses Credits General Education Requirements 15 First Session Construction Technology Requirements 9 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 Total Required Credits 24 EIC 130 National Electrical Code I 4 EIC 150 DC Circuit Fundamentals 4 Required Major Courses Credits 11 Second Session First Session EIC 120 Electrical Installation II 4 EIC 105 Basics AC & DC Electricity 4 EIC 135 National Electrical Code II 4 EIC 100 Electrical Construction and Planning 4 EIC 205 Advanced Electrical Planning 4 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 12 MAT 115 Technical Math 3 Third Session CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 EIC 155 AC Circuit Fundamentals 4 16 EIC 190 Electrical Code Calculations 4 Second Session 8 EIC 220 Industrial Electrical Controls 4 Total Required Credits 31 EIC 120 Electrical Installations II 4 EIC 210 Advanced National Electrical Code 4 *Requires Construction Electrician Certificate or instructor’s approval. English Credit 3 15 Third Session EIC 155 AC Circuit Fundamentals 4 Maintenance Electrician Certificate EIC 225 Programmable Controllers 4 Required Major Courses Credits CON 151 Construction Process 4 First Session General Elective Credit 3 CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 15 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 Fourth Session EIC 105 Basics of AC and DC Electricity 4 EIC 230* AC/DC Machines: Theory and Applications 4 EIC 120 Electrical Installations II 4 EIC 170* Solid State Circuits and Devices 4 13 EIC 235* Transformers and Power Distribution 4 Second Session Science or Humanities or Social Science Courses 6 EIC 130 National Electric Code I 4 14 EIC 230 AC/DC Machines: Theory and Applications 4 *Take 2 of 3 classes marked in fourth session EIC 220 Industrial Electrical Controls I 4 12 Total Required Credits 60 Third Session EIC 135 National Electric Code II 4 EIC 235 Transformers and Power Distribution 4 Construction Electrician Certificate 8 Total Required Credits 33 Required Major Courses Credits First Session CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 EIC 100 Electrical Construction and Planning 4 Residential Construction Electrician EIC 130 National Electric Code I 4 Certificate 11 Required Major Courses Credits Second Session First Session EIC 105 Basics of AC and DC Electricity 4 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 EIC 120 Electrical Installations I 4 EIC 100 Electrical Construction and Planning 4 EIC 135 National Electric Code II 4 EIC 105 Basics of AC and DC Electricity 4 12 11 Third Session Second Session CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 EIC 110 Electrical Installations I 4 CON 151 Construction Process 3 EIC 130 National Electric Code I 4 EIC 190 Electrical Code Calculation 4 8 9 Total Required Credits 19 Total Required Credits 32

58 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Construction Technology Advanced Maintenance Electrician Fine Woodworking (FIW) Certificate* (See also Carpentry) Required Major Courses Credits First Session This program provides theory and hands-on training for entry skills CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 through craftsman-level competencies. Areas of emphasis are designed EIC 105 Basics of AC and DC Electricity 4 to meet your needs, whether you are a part- or full-time student in the EIC 120 Electrical Installations II 4 areas of millwork, cabinetmaking, furniture making, furniture restoration 11 and repair, toolmaking and related topics of fine woodworking from boat and musical instrument making to bending and veneering. Second Session EIC 235 Transformers and Power Distribution 4 Courses are competency-based. Variable credit classes are available to fit EIC 220 Industrial Electrical Controls I 4 your schedule. Courses may be repeated up to three times to increase EIC 210 Advanced National Electrical Code 4 proficiency. All classes open to all skill levels unless otherwise noted. 12 Additional topics are available through independent study. Personal tool requirements increase with proficiency. Third Session EIC 230 AC/DC Machines: Theory and Applications 4 EIC 215 Advanced Code Calculations 4 Construction Technology AAS Degree EIC 160 Electrical Instruments and Measurements 4 12 With an Emphasis in Fine Woodworking Total Required Credits 35 Credits General Education Requirements 15 Construction Technology Requirements 9 *Requires Certificate for Maintenance or instructor’s approval. Total Required Credits 24

Post-Degree Specialization Certificate Required Major Courses Credits for Advanced Maintenance Electrician* First Session Required Major Courses Credits FIW 152 Tools: Hand and Power, Portable and Stationary 4 EIC 210 Advanced National Electrical Code 4 FIW 105 Joinery 4 EIC 215 Advanced Code Calculations 4 FIW 108 Toolmaking & Jigs (minimum) 1 EIC 205 Advanced Electrical Planning 4 FIW 118 Lathe Turning 1 EIC 160 Electrical Instruments and Measurements 4 FIW 122 Woodcarving 1 16 MAT 115 Applied Occupational Math 3 Total Required Credits 16 CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 16

*Prerequisite: Maintenance Electrical Emphasis Option or Second Session instructor's approval. FIW 110 Furniture Repairs (minimum) 1 FIW 115 Advanced Joinery 4 Post-Degree Specialization Certificate FIW 125 Finishing Wood (minimum) 1 FIW 200 Veneering and Marquetry (minimum) 1 for Advanced Construction Electrician* FIW 210 Bending and Laminating (minimum) 1 Required Major Courses Credits FIW 120 Advanced Furniture and Cabinet Construction 8 First Session CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 EIC 170 Solid State Devices and Circuits 4 General Education: English/Speech Credit 3 EIC 220 Industrial Electrical Controls I 4 16 8 Second Session EIC 235 Power Transformers and Distribution 4 EIC 225 Programmable Controllers 4 8 Total Required Credits 16

*Prerequisite: Construction Electrical Emphasis Option or instructor's approval.

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Third Session FIW 116 Cabriole Legs/Queen Anne Furniture (minimum) 1 Plumbing (PLU) FIW 120 Advance Furniture and Cabinet Construction 3 This program is designed to give you basic job-entry skills. It is also CON 151 Construction Process 4 intended for job upgrading in special areas and for preparation of General Education: Humanities, Science, Social or Behavioral plumbers for the State Journeyman and Masters Exams. Science Course 3 FIW Elective 4 15 Construction Technology AAS Degree with Plumbing Emphasis Fourth Session FIW 120 Advanced Furniture and Cabinet Construction 3 Credits FIW Elective 4 General Education Requirements 15 General Education Elective 3 Construction Technology Requirements 9 General Education: Humanities, Science, Social or Total Required Credits 24 Behavioral Science Course 3 Required Major Courses Credits 13 Total Required Credits 60 First Session PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing 3 PLU 107 Water Piping Methods and Back Flow Prevention 3 Fine Woodworking Certificate PLU 110 Finish and Installation of Plumbing Fixtures 3 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 Required Major Courses Credits MAT 115 Applied Occupational Math 3 FIW 105 Joinery 4 15 FIW 108 Toolmaking & Jigs (minimum) 1 Second Session FIW 110 Furniture Repairs (minimum) 1 PLU 109 Residential Plumbing 4 FIW 115 Advanced Joinery 4 PLU 116 Plumbing Repair 3 FIW 116 Cabriole Legs and Queen Anne PLU 207 Basic Solar Energy 3 Furniture (minimum) 1 CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 FIW 118 Lathe Turning 1 English Credit 3 FIW 120 Advanced Furniture and Cabinet Construction 8 15 FIW 122 Wood Carving (minimum) 1 Third Session FIW 125 Finishing Wood (minimum) 1 PLU 106 Waste and Vent Layout and Code Requirements 5 FIW 152 Tools: Hand and Power,Portable and Stationary 4 PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 FIW 200 Veneering and Marquetry (minimum) 1 PLU 208 Advanced Solar Energy 3 FIW 210 Bending and Laminating (minimum) 1 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 28 15 Electives Fourth Session FIW/CAR Electives (must have approval of your advisor) 4 PLU 210 Commercial Layout and Code Project 3 PLU 216 Uniform Plumbing Code 4 Total Required Credits 32 CON 151 Construction Process 4 Science or Humanities or Social Science Course 3 General Education Elective 3 17 Total Required Credits 62

60 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Construction Technology Basic Plumbing and Heating Solar Construction Technology Maintenance Certificate Major Courses Construction Technology AAS Degree PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing 3 PLU 110 Finish and Installation of Plumbing Fixtures 3 with Active Solar Construction PLU 116 Plumbing Repair 3 Technology Emphasis AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 The program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary AHR/ PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 for job entry into the solar energy installation and maintenance field. Upgrading and refresher courses are offered for those already Total Required Credits 21 employed in the field.

Apprentice Plumber’s Training Certificate Credits General Education Requirements 15 Required Major Courses Credits Construction Technology Requirements 9 PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing 3 Total Required Credits 24 PLU 106 Waste and Vent Layout and Code Requirements 5 Required Major Courses Credits PLU 107 Water Piping Methods and Back PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing 3 Flow Prevention 3 PLU 107 Water Piping Methods and Back PLU 109 Residential Plumbing 4 Flow Prevention 3 PLU 110 Finish and Installation of Plumbing Fixtures 3 PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 PLU 116 Plumbing Repair 3 PLU 207 Basic Solar Energy 3 CON 105 Blueprint Reading 3 ENT 125 Basic Solar Design and Layout 3 PLU 207 Basic Solar Energy 3 ENT 126 Solar Collectors 3 ENT 225 Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems 3 Total Required Credits 27 ENT 226 Solar Panel Installation 4 ENT 298 Solar Labs 4 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 37 Residential Plumber’s Certificate Total Required Credits 61 Required Major Courses Credits AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 CON 100 Computers for Construction 2 PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 PLU 208 Advanced Solar Energy 3 PLU 210 Commercial Layout and Code Project 3 PLU 216 Uniform Plumbing Code 4 PLU 225 Technical Project 4 WFT 120 Welding for Construction 3 Total Required Credits 28

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 61 Construction Technology Construction Technology AAS Degree Many Fine Woodworking students speak highly of the instructor’s with Passive Solar Construction skills and talents and appreciate the many tremendous contacts that Technology Emphasis they have been able to make here.

The program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for job entry. Upgrading and refresher courses are offered for those already employed in the field.

Credits General Education Requirements 15 Construction Technology Requirements 9 Total Required Credits 24

Required Major Courses Credits PLU 207 Basic Solar Energy 3 ENT 141 Passive Solar Systems I 3 BRI 120 Bricklaying for Construction Trades 3 ENT 145 Passive Solar Retrofit 3 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 DRC 116 Architectural Drafting – Framing Construction 6 DRI 105 Introduction to Drafting 6 DRI 111 Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting 6 ENT 298 Solar Lab 3 37 Total Required Credits 61

Solar Construction Certificate ENT 125 Basic Solar Design and Layout 3 ENT 126 Solar Collectors 3 ENT 225 Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems 3 ENT 298 Solar Lab 3 AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals 4 AHR 141 Residential Forced Air Heating 4 PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing 3 PLU 107 Water Piping Methods and Back Flow Prevention 3 PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems 4 Total Required Credits 30

Construction Technology AAS Degree with Apprentice-Related (Applicable Trade) Emphasis All apprentice-related courses are taught in cooperation with the Colorado Industry Training Council. You must have the approval of the Chair of Construction Technology. Credits General Education Requirements 15 Construction Technology Requirements 9 Apprentice Trade-Related Certificate 16-32 Construction Technology Electives (see CT Advisor) 4-20 Total Required Credits 60

62 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Criminal Justice Area of Emphasis: Corrections Criminal Justice Required Courses Credits Degrees: Associate of Applied Science CRJ 146 Community Based Corrections 3 Associate of General Studies CRJ 150 Introduction to Victims of Crime and Trauma 3 CRJ 225 Crisis Intervention 3 Certificates: Variable CRJ 255 Organization and Management of Institutions 3 • Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy CRJ 256 Classification and Treatment of Offenders 3 • Investigations Required Courses for Adult Corrections • Victim Assistance Administration CRJ 147 Institutional Based Corrections 3 • Victim Assistance Direct Service SOC 218 Sociology of Minorities 3 The Criminal Justice program is designed for those seeking a career in Required Courses for Juvenile Corrections the criminal justice field. If you have a felony conviction, or any kind of CRJ 148 Juvenile Institutions 3 criminal or significant driving record, you may not be employable in CRJ 235 Delinquent Behavior 3 the criminal justice field. You may choose from the following emphasis or areas: law enforcement, corrections, juvenile or victim assistance direct SOC 254 Juvenile Deliquency service. Certificate programs in investigations, law enforcement and victim assistance are available. The Associate of General Studies Total Required Credits 21 degree is articulated with Metropolitan State College of Denver (MSCD) for those of you planning to continue in the criminal justice and crimi- Area of Emphasis: Law Enforcement nology field. You must complete seven law enforcement CRJ courses for a total of An Associate of General Studies degree with an emphasis in Criminal Justice 21 credits. You must confer with your CRJ Law Enforcement advisor with the AA or AS core completed and stamped will be considered to have to determine the appropriate courses. Specific courses required may completed MSCD’s lower division general studies. vary, depending upon your background and work experience. The RRCC Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy may be used to satis- Associate of Applied Science Degree fy the requirements of the Law Enforcement Emphasis area. Required Major Courses Credits CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 Area of Emphasis: Victim Assistance CRJ 111 Substantive Criminal Law 3 CRJ 112 Procedural Criminal Law 3 Required Courses Credits CRJ 125 Law Enforcement Operations 3 CRJ 150 Introduction to Victims of Crime and Trauma 3 CRJ 135 Judicial Function 3 CRJ 225 Crisis Intervention 3 CRJ 145 Correctional Process 3 CRJ 239 Managing Emergency Worker Stress 3 CRJ 210 Constitutional Law 3 CRJ 220 Human Relations and Social Conflict 3 PSY 227 Death and Dying CRJ 211 Criminal Behavior 3 or or SOC 237 Sociology of Death and Dying 3 SOC 255 Criminology 27 SOC 258 Violence and Morality 3 General Education Requirements Choose any two courses (6 credits) English/Speech CRJ 151 Domestic Violence 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communications 3 CRJ 152 Sexual Assault 3 or CRJ 153 Violence Against Children 3 SPE 125 Interpersonal Communication CRJ 287 Adult Survivors of Childhood Molestation 3 Mathematics (100 or above) 3 Total Required Credits 21 Credit from any two of the following three areas: 6 Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) 15 Other Required Courses (Emphasis areas)* 21 Note: You must select an emphasis area in the Criminal Justice program. Course substitutions may be made with the permission of your faculty advisor. Those who are not presently employed in the field will be required to take a minimum of 3 credits in CRJ 297 Internship and 1 credit of COM 115 The Job Search Process before you can receive your associate degree. Total Required Credits 63 Total Required Contact Hours 945 *Criminal Justice Emphasis Areas

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 63 Criminal Justice Associate of General Studies Degree Victim Assistance Direct Service Certificate You must have strong writing skills. A writing sample will be evaluat- with an Emphasis in Criminal Justice ed by the English Department. You must write at the ENG 121 level. You are urged to consult with the criminal justice faculty advisor before You also need to be computer literate. If you do not have experience beginning any program of study. using a computer, you will need to take: CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (IBM) 5 General Education Requirements Credits If you are computer literate, you must demonstrate computer ability prior to English/Speech CIS 118 being waived. Prospective students must take the ASSET basic ENG 121 English Composition I 3 skills assessment test. If you score 43 or higher on the writing skills por- ENG 122 English Composition II 3 tion, you need to take ENG 121. If you score 42 or lower on the writing skills portion, you need to take ENG 105 prior to ENG 121. Writing SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 ability and computer literacy are pre-requisites to receiving the certifi- Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 cate. Credits ART 110, 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; CRJ 150 Introduction to Victims of Crime and Trauma 3 PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 CRJ 151 Domestic Violence 3 CRJ 152 Sexual Assault 3 Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 CRJ 153 Violence against Children 3 MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 CRJ 225 Crisis Intervention 3 CRJ 239 Managing Emergency Worker Stress 3 Science (any course from the following) 4 CRJ 287 Adult Survivors of Childhood Molestation 3 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; PSY 227 Death and Dying 3 GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 or SOC 237 Sociology of Death and Dying Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) ANT SOC 258 Violence and Morality 3 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 9 Total Required Credits 30 Total Required Contact Hours 492 34 Required Major Courses CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 Victim Assistance Administration CRJ 111 Substantive Criminal Law 3 Certificate Credits CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 CRJ 112 Procedural Criminal Law 3 CRJ 150 Introduction to Victims of Crime and Trauma 3 CRJ 125 Law Enforcement Operations 3 CRJ 239 Managing Emergency Worker Stress 3 CRJ 135 Judicial Function 3 CRJ 288 Grant Writing for Non-profit Organizations 2 CRJ 145 Correctional Process 3 ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I 5 CRJ 210 Constitutional Law 3 MAN 200 Human Resources Management 3 CRJ 220 Human Relations and Social Conflict 3 MAN 226 Principles of Management 3 SOC 255 Criminology 3 MAR 216 Principles of Marketing 3 or Total Required Credits 25 CRJ 211 Criminal Behavior 3 Total Required Contact Hours 417 27 Total Required Credits 61 Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy P.O.S.T. Certification Investigations Certificate This certificate program exceeds the Colorado Peace Officers The Investigations Certificate program will be of interest to those of you Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements for Peace Officer entry seeking employment in the private sector or if you are seeking academic level training. You will earn 27 credits during this intense course of recognition in a specialized area of law enforcement. study. Twenty-one of these credits may be used to meet the Law Required Major Courses Credits Enforcement Emphasis area requirement of the Associate of Applied CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 Science degree. This is not an open enrollment offering. You must make separate application to the Academy. See the Academy Director for CRJ 111 Substantive Criminal Law 3 details. Information: (303) 914-6464 or (303) 914-6462 CRJ 112 Procedural Criminal Law 3 CRJ 118 Report Writing 3 Required Courses Credits CRJ 210 Constitutional Law 3 CRJ 101* Basic Law Enforcement Academy 9 CRJ 240 Criminal Investigation 3 CRJ 102 Arrest and Control Techniques 2 CRJ 245 Interview and Interrogation 3 CRJ 103 Law Enforcement Driving 1 21 CRJ 104 Firearms 2 CRJ 126* Patrol Procedures 3 Elective Courses (Select two courses from the following) CRJ 214* Colorado Revised Statutes 3 CRJ 190 Financial Investigations 3 CRJ 240* Criminal Investigation 3 CRJ 218 Drug Investigative Strategies 3 CRJ 246* Traffic Investigation and Management 3 CRJ 246 Traffic Investigation and Management 3 PHE 100 Aerobic Conditioning 1 FST 252 Arson Investigation 3 Total Required Credits 27 6 *These courses may be used to satisfy the Emphasis area requirement of Total Required Credits 27 the Associate of Applied Science degree in Law Enforcement. Total Required Contact Hours 405

64 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Early Childhood Education Permanent CRJ Course Early Childhood Offerings Listed by Session Fall Courses Education CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice CRJ 112 Procedural Criminal Law Degree: Associate of General Studies CRJ 118 Report Writing CRJ 125 Law Enforcement Operations Certificate: Director CRJ 135 Judicial Function Certificate: Group Leader CRJ 145 Correctional Process Red Rocks Community College provides three possible alternatives for CRJ 146 Community-Based Corrections individuals desiring training in the Early Childhood Education field. CRJ 150 Introduction to Victims of Crime and Trauma These alternatives are Group Leader Certificate, Director’s Certificate, and CRJ 190 Financial Investigations an Associate of General Studies Degree in Early Childhood Education. CRJ 210 Constitutional Law Through the courses offered in the Early Childhood Education pro- CRJ 218 Drug Investigative Strategies gram, you may enter the field at the entry level and become a group CRJ 235 Delinquent Behavior leader as approved by the State of Colorado Department of Human Services. You may then utilize the courses in the Group Leader CRJ 240 Criminal Investigation Certificate to partially meet requirements for Director Qualification. You CRJ 246 Traffic Investigation and Mangement may also pursue an Associate of General Studies Degree in Early CRJ 287 Adult Survivors of Childhood Molestation Childhood Education, that transfers to Metropolitan State College of CRJ 290 Special Topics in Criminal Justice Denver (MSCD). Courses marked with (*) are accepted as transfer CRJ 297 Internship credit at MSCD. SOC 237 Sociology of Death and Dying In Colorado, the three alternatives for fulfilling the requirements for the SOC 255 Criminology Director Certificate in Early Childhood Education are 1) completion Spring Courses of all the (*) courses and two years or the equivalent of two full years of CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice acceptable experience; 2) an Associate of General Studies degree, CRJ 111 Substantive Criminal Law including completion of the (*) courses and one year of experience; or 3) the equivalent of one year of acceptable, full-time experience. CRJ 116 Civil Liability CRJ 126 Patrol Procedures CRJ 148 Juvenile Institutions Associate of General Studies CRJ 151 Domestic Violence CRJ 153 Violence Against Children All individuals seeking an AGS degree from Red Rocks Community CRJ 211 Criminal Behavior College must be able to pass the ASSET Test of General Education CRJ 216 Juvenile Law and Procedure Skills with a level of 41+ in Reading Comprehension and 43+ in CRJ 220 Human Relations and Social Conflict Writing. CRJ 225 Crisis Intervention • You should plan your program of study with the Early Childhood CRJ 239 Managing Emergency Worker Stress Education Coordinator. CRJ 245 Interview and Interrogation • You are encouraged to take ECE 101or 111 and ECE 238 in your CRJ 256 Classification and Treatment of Offenders first year of classes. CRJ 290 Special Topics in Criminal Justice CRJ 297 Internship • ECE 226 should be taken only after taking ECE 238 and six addi- SOC 258 Violence and Morality tional ECE credits. • Contact an Early Childhood Education faculty advisor the semester Summer Courses prior to taking ECE 102 to ensure space availability in the class CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice CRJ 111 Substantive Criminal Law • Some ECE classes are offered on a two-year cycle. Contact the CRJ 145 Correctional Process Early Childhood Education Coordinator for the proposed schedule of these courses. CRJ 152 Sexual Assault • If you wish to focus on infants and toddlers, you may Note: Additional Criminal Justice courses are offerred during the substitute ECE 111 and ECE 112 for ECE 101 and ECE 102 Summer session. Check the Summer Class Planning Schedule for specific offerings.

Drafting Technology (See Engineering Graphics Technology)

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 65 Early Childhood Education Required Major Courses Credits Early Childhood Education Director First Session Certificate ENG 121 English Composition I 3 The Director Certificate at Red Rocks Community College enriches the SOC 101 Sociology I 3 social services director qualifications by offering ECE 102 or ECE 112 or Lab in order to provide a field of experience in Early Childhood SOC 205 Marriage and Family Education. Professional issues are required as well. All individuals receiving this certificate from Red Rocks are required to pass the Humanities Elective (core) 3 ASSET Test of General Education skills with a level of 41+ in reading ECE* 238 Child Growth and Development 3 comprehension and 43+ in Writing. ECE* 101 Intro to Early Childhood Profession 3 You may take all courses required by Colorado State Social Services 15 for Director Qualification including ECE 205, ECE 227, ECE 238, PSY 101, SOC 101 plus six additional ECE credits in methods. Colorado By the end of 15 credit hours, you need to take the assessment of basic also requires two full years (or equivalent) of acceptable experience or skills. If you cannot achieve a score of 41+ on the reading and 43+ in an Associate of General Studies degree including the above listed courses and one year (or equivalent) of acceptable, full-time experi- writing, you will need to seek additional help in the Learning and ence. Resource Center. Required Major Courses Credits Second Session (Spring Only) First Session ECE* 148 Guidance Strategies for Children 3 ECE* 101 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 ECE* 227 Methods and Techniques 3 ECE* 102 ECE Lab Experience 3 PSY 101 General Psychology I 3 6 Second Session SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 ECE* 148 Guidance Strategies for Children 3 ECE* 102 Introduction to ECE Lab 3 ECE* 238 Child Development 3 15 ECE* 227 Methods and Techniques 3 Third Session (Fall Only) 9 By the end of 16 credit hours, you are required to take the ASSET Test (ECE 116 and ECE 118 offered alternating years) which is an assessment of basic skills. If you cannot achieve a score of ECE* 205 Nutrition for Young Children 3 41+ on the reading comprehension and 43+ in writing, you will be ECE* 116 Supporting Children’s Language and required to seek additional help in the Learning and Resource Center. Cognitive Growth 3 Third Session ECE* 118 Supporting Emotional and ECE* 205 Nutrition of the Young Child 3 Social Growth 3 PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology 3 ECE* 216 Administration: Human Relations ECE* 216 Administration: Human Relations for for the Early Childhood Profession 3 the Early Childhood Profession BIO 111 General College Biology I (Preferred) 5 or ECE* 226 Administration of Early Childhood or Care and Education Programs 3 GEY 111 Physical Geology 4 9 or Fourth Session AST 101 Astronomy I 4 ECE* 295 Childhood Education Professional Issues 3 ECE* Elective 3 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I or 16-17 SOC 205 Marriage and Family 3 Fourth Session (Spring or Summer Only) 6 ECE* 115 Creativity and the Young Child 3 Total Required Credits 30 ECE* 295 Professional Issues 3 ECE* 226 Administration of ECE Centers 3 Early Childhood Education Group MAT 135 Introduction to Statistics (preferred) 3-4 Leader Certificate or The Group Leader certificate at Red Rocks meets Colorado State Human Services’ guidelines for a group leader. Individuals qualifying for the MAT 121 College Algebra Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate automatically qualify for a ECE* 117 First Start: Children with Disabilities 3 Group Leader certificate. 15-16 Total Required Credits (minimum) 63 Required Major Courses: Credits First Session Electives ECE* 101 Introduction to Early Childhood 3 ECE 111 and ECE 112 may be substituted for ECE 101 and 102. ECE* 102 Introduction to ECE Lab 3 6 ECE 291 are one credit classes covering current topics of interest Second Session (Spring Only) ECE 291 Family Child Care Classes ECE* 148 Guidance Strategies for Children 3 ECE* 238 Child Growth and Development 4 ECE* 227 Methods and Techniques 3 10 Total Required Credits 16

66 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Electronic Digital/Computer Tech Economics Electronic

Associate of Arts Degree With an Digital/Computer Emphasis in Economics Technology Economics is the study of how our society feeds, clothes, houses and otherwise materially supports itself. It answers the fundamental questions Degree: Associate of Applied Science of how?, what? and for whom? Graduates work in business, government and teaching in very colorful and varied careers and they are able to Certificate: 28 Credits contribute in many ways to answering these basic questions that con- This is a comprehensive program designed to give a thorough under- front all societies and individuals. You are urged to consult with a faculty standing of digital electronics and computer systems up through and advisor before beginning any program of study. including local area networks. This program provides the basic essentials for entry level positions in field engineering and support as well as Recommended Courses Credits opportunities for job upgrading. The preparation includes most hard- ACC 121 Accounting Principles I 4 ware and network types. These platforms include vendors and prod- ACC 122 Accounting Principles II 4 ucts that are common from the smallest to the largest user. These sys- ACC 226 Cost Accounting 4 tems include MS_DOS, Windows, NetWare, and others. You will design ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics (Core) 3 and write a simple network in machine language; this provides a strong ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics (Core) 3 understanding of network communications. You will also plan, install, HIS 101 Western Civilization I (Core) 3 configure and support networks, applications and systems. You work HIS 102 Western Civilization II (Core) 3 in a real working environment providing end-user support and training.

Core Curriculum Requirements *Required Major Courses Credits English/Speech First Session (Fall) ENG 121 English Composition I 3 EDT 110** DC Circuits 7 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 EDT 120** AC Circuits 7 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 EDT 216 Microprocessor Programming Part A 2 Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 MAT 100 Introductory Algebra 3 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; 19 Second Session (Spring) HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; EDT 130** Digital Logic Devices for Electronics 7 PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 EDT 140** Linear Circuits 7 Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 EDT 217 Microprocessor Programming Part B 2 MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 PHY 105 Conceptual Physics 4 20 Science (any course from the following) 4 Third Session (Fall) AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; EDT 210 Computer Hardware 7 GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 EDT 220 Computer Troubleshooting and Support 7 ENG 231 Technical Writing 3 Electives 11 General Education Elective 2 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. 19 No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Fourth Session (Spring) EDT 230 Microprocessors In Networks Part 1 7 Total Required Credits 60 EDT 240 Microprocessors In Networks Part 2 7 PSY 100 Human Relations in Business 3 17 Total Required Credits 75 Electricity–Commercial/I *This schedule is for full-time day students. Night students have a different schedule. Please contact you advisor. ndustrial/Residential **Certificate Requirements (See Construction Technology)

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 67 Electronic Digital/Computer Tech Colorado Windows Engineering Certificate ” This program is designed to help prepare you for a career in network engineering and support. The preparation includes most major network platforms. These platforms include vendors and products that are common, from the smallest to the largest networks. This program prepares you to be a leader in future super data highways. You begin by preparing basic network and OS background. You will focus on networking and its building blocks. You are also encouraged to take the IBM A+ Technical Certification Test and the NOVELL Certification Tests to receive the CNE and Master CNE rating from NOVELL and the A+ Certification from Computing Technology Industry Association. You will design and write a simple networking program in machine language; this ensures your understanding of network communications. This program has as its goal the production of enterprise network engineering specialists. Note: Red Rocks Community College has no control over curriculum changes made by the agencies mentioned above.

Required Major Courses Credits First Session EDT 230 Microprocessor In Networks Part A 7 EDT 240 Microprocessor In Networks Part B 7 14 Second Session EDT 260 NOVELL Certified CNE & Master CNE Part 1 7 7 Third Session EDT 270 NOVELL Certified CNE & Master CNE Part 2 7 7 Third Session EDT 280 NOVELL Certified CNE & Master CNE Part 3 7 7 Fourth Session EDT 285 NOVELL Certified CNE & Master CNE Part 4 7 7 Total Required Credits 42

Note: Only grades of C or better in courses with an EDT prefix or courses transferred in for EDT prefix courses are counted toward the degree or certificate.

All incoming students are expected to have a strong computer background. If that is not the case for students, they should first take EDT 210 and EDT 220 before attempting EDT 230 and EDT 240.

68 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Emergency Management/Planning Emergency Management Associate of Applied Science Degree Required Major Courses Credits EMP 101 Introduction to Emergency Management 3 and Planning EMP 105 Emergency Planning 3 EMP 106 Exercise Design 1 1⁄2 EMP 107 Computer Systems & Information 3 Degree: Associate of Applied Science EMP 108 Mass Casualty 1 EMP 109 Community Emergency Response Certificate: 30 Credits Teams and Incident Command 3 Completion of this curriculum prepares individuals for: EMP 110 Exercise Evaluation 1 1⁄2 EMP 200 Hazard Mitigation Planning 3 • Entry into a career of Emergency Management Planning or related EMP 240* Leadership and Influence 1 field. EMP 241* Decision Making and Problem Solving 1 EMP 242* Effective Communications 1 • Promotion within Emergency Management or Preparedness divi- EMP 244 Developing Volunteer Resources 1 sions in Public and Private work places. ENV 101 Introduction to Environmental Science 3 • Advancement to a four-year college in pursuit of a Bachelor of FST 107 Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations 3 FST 201 Instructional Methodology (Instructor I) 3 Science degree in Emergency Management or Public 30 Administration. General Education Requirements Credits The Emergency Management and Planning Program is designed to ENG 131 Technical Writing 3 serve as the focal point for the development and delivery of emer- GEY 235 GIS—Geographical Information Systems 4 gency management training to enhance the capabilities of federal, MAT 135 Introduction to Statistics 3 state and local government officials; volunteer organizations; and the pri- PSY 101 General Psychology or three 1 credit hour vate sector to minimize the impact of disasters on the American public. PSY courses 3 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 16-17 This program offers a number of training activities that develop operational capabilities and facilitate an effective response in the event of an Electives Credits EMP 280 Public Policy in Emergency Management 1 emergency. EMP 291 Introduction to Public Information 2 EMP 292 Radiological Fundamentals (FCRRT) 2 This program provides a degree option and enhanced employment EMP 297 Cooperative Education (Internship) 1-6 opportunities for those in the program. Emergency management, pre- EMP 299 Independent Study 3 paredness, mitigation and planning are very vital professions in govern- FST 255 Fire Service Management 3 ment, private industry and emergency response agencies. Strong MAN 116 Principles of Supervision 3 emphasis is placed on prevention, public education and planning. MAN 226 Principles of Management 3 SPE 125 Interpersonal Communications 3 14-18 Prior to enrollment, if you are not presently working in Emergency Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. Management, you are required to take assessment tests which will be No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. administered in the Learning Development Center. The emergency man- Total Required Credits 60 agement instructor, upon consultation with assessment staff, evaluates test results in order to assist you with proper placement in their course of *Other approved courses my be substituted with counselor approval. study in emergency management. If you are an advanced student you are expected to substitute advanced courses for introductory courses. Emergency Management and Planning Certificate Credits EMP 101 Introduction to Emergency Management 3 EMP 105 Emergency Planning 3 EMP 106 Exercise Design 1 1⁄2 EMP 109 Community Emergency Response and Incident Command 3 EMP 110 Exercise Evaluation 1 1⁄2 EMP 240 Leadership and Influence 1 EMP 241 Decision Making and Problem Solving 1 EMP 242 Effective Communications 1 EMP 244 Developing Volunteer Resources 1 EMP 246 Capstone Seminar 1 EMP 280 Public Policy in Emergency Management 1 EMP 291 Introduction to Public Information 2 EMP 292 Radiological Fundamentals (FCRRT) 3 EMP 297 Cooperative Education (Internship) 1-6 EMP 299 Independent Study (Program Analysis) 1-6 FST 201 Instructional Methodology 3 GEY 235 Computers Systems (GIS) 3 Total Required Credits 30

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 69 Engineering

Engineering (Preparatory) Engineering Graphics Associate of Science Degree with an Technology Emphasis in Engineering-Prep The college offers courses that will transfer to many of the four-year (Formerly Drafting Technology) institutions including Colorado State University, Colorado School of Mines and the University of Colorado at Boulder and Denver. All transfer students are subject to a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B) Degrees: Associate of Applied Science or better to compete successfully for admission to these institutions. No single criterion for admission is used; however, the most important With an Emphasis in Architectural or factor is scholastic achievement. Mechanical You are urged to consult with a Red Rocks Pre-Engineering/ Mathematics faculty advisor before beginning any program of study. Certificates: Variable Credits

Associate of Science The Engineering Graphics Technology program offers Associate of This is a suggested sequence for full-time students completing the Science degrees and certificates with emphases in Architectural and degree. Part-time students will take longer to complete the sequence. Mechanical drafting and design. This program prepares you for employ- Some courses might not be offered each session. ment as design drafters. First Session—Fall Credits CHE 111 General College Chemistry I 5 If you are seeking to upgrade or advance your current drafting knowl- CHE 111 General College Chemistry I Lab edge and skills, classes can be tailored to fit your course work and ENG 121 English Composition I 3 schedule needs. Prerequisites may be waived for previous educational, MAT 201 Calculus I 5 Core: Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 occupational or related experience. The curricula are designed to develop 16 communication, leadership and critical thinking skills and to provide a set- Second Session—Spring ting in order for you to experience a team approach to problem solving. CHE 112 General College Chemistry II 5 CHE 112 General College Chemistry II Lab You will use CADD (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) to form the ENG 122 English Composition II 3 foundation for drafting standards, conventions, layouts, designs and MAT 202 Calculus II 5 details of working drawings and models. ANSI and AIA specifications, Core: Social /Behavioral Science Elective 3 handbooks and technical data applicable to engineering graphics are 16 emphasized. Lab fees are assessed. You should consult with a Red Rocks Third Session—Fall Engineering Graphics Technology faculty advisor before beginning any PHY 211 Physics: Calculus-based I 5 program of study. PHY 211 Physics: Calculus-based I Lab SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication. 3 Core: Humanities Elective 3 Associate of Applied Science Degree CSC XXX Computer Science Elective 4 With an Emphasis in Architectural 15 Fourth Session—Spring Along with the Engineering Graphics course work, 15 general edu- PHY 212 Physics: Calculus-based II 5 cation semester credits are required for the AAS degree. The follow- PHY 212 Physics: Calculus-based II Lab ing is a suggested sequence for completing an Associate of Applied Core: Humanities Elective 3 CSC XXX Computer Science Elective 4 Science Degree in Engineering Graphics—Architectural for full-time stu- Transferable Elective * 3 dents. If you are a part-time student it will take you longer to complete the 15 sequence. Some courses might not be offered each session. Total Required Credits 60-63

* Transferable Electives should be approved by the student’s faculty advisor. No more than three semester credits in physical education will count toward the Associate of Science degree.

70 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Engineering Graphics Tech First Session Credits Associate of Applied Science Degree EGT 100 Technical Drawing 9 EGT 110 Basic CADD (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 6 With an Emphasis in Engineering *General Education Mathematics Requirement 3-5 Graphics—Mechanical 18-20 Along with the Engineering Graphics course work, 15 general edu- Second Session cation semester credits are required for the AAS degree. The follow- EGT 120 Intermediate CADD ing is a suggested sequence for completing an Associate of Applied (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 3 Science Degree in Engineering Graphics—Mechanical for full-time stu- EGA 121 Intermediate CADD (Architectural) 3 dents. If you are a part-time student it will take you longer to complete EGT 130 Three-Dimensional CADD 3 the sequence. Some courses might not be offered each session. EGA 131 Three-Dimensional CADD (Architectural) 3 First Session Credits ENG 131 Technical Writing EGT 100 Technical Drawing 9 (General Ed. English Requirement) 3 EGT 110 Basic CADD (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 6 15 *General Education Mathematics Requirement 3-5 Third Session 18-20 EGX XXX Architectural Elective Course(s) 3 Second Session Faculty Advisor Approved Elective 3 EGT 120 Intermediate CADD PHY XXX* Physics (General Ed. Science Requirement) 4-5 (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 3 EGA 231 Architectural Design/Drafting I 6 EGM 121 Intermediate CADD (Mechanical) 3 16-17 EGT 130 Three-Dimensional CADD 3 Fourth Session EGM 131 Three-Dimensional CADD (Mechanical) 3 EGA 241 Architectural Design/Drafting II 6 ENG 131 Technical Writing EGX XXX Architectural Elective Course(s) 3 (General Ed. English Requirement) 3 Faculty Advisor Approved Elective 3 15 General Education Humanities, Social/Behavioral Third Session Science Requirement 3 EGX XXX Mechanical Elective Course(s) 3 15 Faculty Advisor Approved Elective 3 Architectural Electives Credits PHY XXX* Physics (General Ed. Science Requirement) 4-5 EGA 203 Site Orientation 1 EGM 231 Mechanical Design/Drafting I 6 EGA 204 Plot Plan Layout 1 16-17 EGA 205 Exterior Design 1 Fourth Session EGA 206 Foundation Systems 1 EGM 241 Mechanical Design/Drafting II 6 EGA 207 Framing Methods 3 EGX XXX Mechanical Elective Course(s) 3 EGA 208 Floor Systems 3 Faculty Advisor Approved Elective 3 EGA 209 Roof Design 2 General Education Humanities, Social/Behavioral EGA 212 Electrical Plans 1 Science Requirement 3 EGA 213 Plumbing Plans 1 15 EGA 214 HVAC Plans 1 EGA 215 Windows and Doors 1 Mechanical Electives Credits EGA 216 Millwork and Cabinet Layout 1 EGM 205 Assembly and Detail/GP & T 3 EGA 217 Stair Structure and Layout 1 EGM 215 Mechanism and Drives 3 EGA 218 Fireplace Construction and Layout 1 EGM 245 Manufacturing Processes 3 EGT 220 Technical Illustration 3 EGM 248 Hardware and Welding Processes 3 EGT 235 Rendering Methods 3 EGT 220 Technical Illustration 3 EGT 255 Model Building 3 EGT 235 Rendering Methods 3 EGT 260 Portfolio Presentation 1 EGT 255 Model Building 3 EGT 265 Presentation Graphics 3 EGT 260 Portfolio Presentation 1 EGT 265 Presentation Graphics 3 Total Required Credits 60-66 Total Required Contact Hours 1012 1/2-1147 1/2 Total Required Credits 60-66 Total Required Contact Hours 1012 1/2-1147 1/2 *Mathematics Course: MAT 102, 121, 122 or 201 (or higher) Physics Course: PHY 105 (or higher) *Mathematics Course: MAT 102, 121, 122 or 201 (or higher) For the Humanities or Social/Behavioral Science Elective see “Core Physics Course: PHY 105 (or higher) Courses” under the Degrees and Certificates section of this Catalog. For the Humanities or Social/Behavioral Science Elective see “Core Courses” under the Degrees and Certificates section of this Catalog.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 71 Engineering Graphics Tech Architectural Option Certificate The following is a suggested sequence for completing a Certificate in English Engineering Graphics—Architectural for full-time students. If you are a part-time student it will take you longer to complete the sequence. Some Degree: Associate of Arts with an courses might not be offered each session. First Session Credits Emphasis in English The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of you EGT 100 Technical Drawing 9 who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a EGT 110 Basic CADD (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 6 major in English. For those of you who do not plan to major in English, *General Education Mathematics Requirement 3-5 emphasis in this area provides an excellent, general liberal arts background 18-20 for many professions such as teaching, writing, community service, law Second Session and research. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before EGT 120 Intermediate CADD beginning any program of study. (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 3 Recommended Courses Credits EGA 121 Intermediate CADD (Architectural) 3 Select 21 credits from the following courses: EGT 130 Three-Dimensional CADD 3 ENG 131 Technical Writing I 3 EGA 131 Three-Dimensional CADD (Architectural) 3 ENG 221 Creative Writing I 3 Faculty Advisor Approved Elective(s) 3 LIT 115 Introduction to Literature (Core) 3 15 LIT 201/202 Masterpieces of Literature I, II (Core) 3 Total Required Credits 33-35 LIT 125 Study of the Short Story 3 Total Required Contact Hours 675 LIT 126 Study of Poetry 3 LIT 127 Study of the Novel 3 * May take MAT 102, 121, 122, 123 or 201 (or higher) LIT 211/212 Survey of American Literature I, II 3 LIT 221/222 Survey of British Literature I, II 3 Core Curriculum Requirements Mechanical Option Certificate English/Speech The following is a suggested sequence for completing a Certificate in ENG 121 English Composition I 3 Engineering Graphics—Mechanical for full-time students. If you are a ENG 122 English Composition II 3 part-time student it will take you longer to complete the sequence. Some SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communications 3 courses might not be offered each session. First Session Credits Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 EGT 100 Technical Drawing 9 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; EGT 110 Basic CADD (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 6 HUM 121, 122, 123; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112; *General Education Mathematics Requirement 3-5 THE 211, 212; LIT 115, 201, 202 18-20 Second Session Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 EGT 120 Intermediate CADD (Computer-Aided Design Drafting) 3 Science (any course from the following) 4 EGA 121 Intermediate CADD (Mechanical) 3 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; EGT 130 Three-Dimensional CADD 3 GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 EGA 131 Three-Dimensional CADD (Mechanical) 3 Faculty Advisor Approved Elective(s) 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different 15 disciplines)ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, Total Required Credits 33-35 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 9 Total Required Contact Hours 675 Electives 5 * May take MAT 102, 121, 122, 123 or 201 (or higher) Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. No more than three credits in physical education may be counted.

Total Required Credits 60

72 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Environmental/Safety Tech Area of Emphasis: Environmental and Safety Environmental Technology This program teaches skills for technical involvement in a variety of envi- Technology ronmental issues, especially those involving hazardous materials. The program emphasizes hands-on skills, problem solving, and application ori- Degrees: Associate of Applied Science ented instruction. With Areas of Emphasis in: Technical Core (see above) 19 General Education Requirements (see above) 25 • Environmental Technology Technical Electives • Field Engineering Technology (choose 16 credits from the list below) EST 107 Emergency Response/Hazardous Materials Ops 3 • Hazardous Materials Technology EST 211 Pollution Prevention 3 • Occupational Safety EST 225 Air Pollution 3 • Water Quality Management EST 231 Site Remediation 3 EST 241 Environmental Sampling 4 This application-oriented degree and certificate are offered through the EST 254 Emergency Response/Hazardous Materials Tech 6 Colorado Consortium for Environmental and Safety Technology (EST). EST 261 RCRA Compliance 3 Required and recommended courses offered at Front Range, Red Rocks, EST 265 Environmental Auditing 3 and Arapahoe Community Colleges. However, specific graduation EST 268 Site Assessment 3 requirements may differ slightly among the colleges. This program area EST 270 Risk Assessment 3 offers four specializations: Environmental Technology, Field Engineering EST 280 Environmental Compliance 3 Technology, Occupational Safety and Water Quality Management. EST 290 Transportation of Hazardous Materials 3 Regardless of the area of specialization, the following technical and gener- EST 295 Environmental Management 3 al education courses are required. Total Required Credits 60 Technical Core If you are completing the EST Associate of Applied Science degree pro- Area of Emphasis: gram, you must complete the following required courses. ENV 101 Introduction to Environmental Science 4 Field Engineering Technology EST 151 Environmental Laws 3 (Approval Pending) EST 112 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials 4 This program is designed to provide application oriented training to meet OSH 131 OSHA General Industry Standards 5 public and private sector needs for skilled technicians in field engineer- or ing. Those completing the program will have a variety of technical skills EST 132 Environmental Health and Safety 3 including soil and materials testing, application and limitations of engi- 19 neering materials, engineering components of solid waste management, and construction management. This program is currently under General Education development and final approval is pending. ENG 121 English Composition I 3 Technical Core (see above) 19 ENG 131 Technical Writing 3 General Education Requirements (see above) 25 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 MAT 121 College Algebra 4 Technical Electives CHE 101 Introduction to Chemistry I 5 (choose 16 credits from the list below) or CHE 111 College Chemistry I Courses that may be available in 1997-98 include the following: CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications or equivalent 4 FET 122 Introduction to Field Engineering 3 Science Elective 3 FET 124 Engineering Properties of Soils 3 25 FET 232 Engineering Materials 3 FET 233 Engineering Aspects of Solid Waste Management 3 FET 262 Construction Management 4

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 73 Environmental/Safety Tech Area of Emphasis: Occupational Safety Area of Emphasis: The Occupational Safety program is designed to provide training to both Hazardous Materials Technology pre-service students and in-service workers. As a comprehensive industry oriented program, this curriculum was established to provide knowledge This certificate program teaches skills for technical involvement in the and skills in safety applications as they relate to the construction and detection, remediation and management of hazardous materials. The pro- general industry fields. gram emphasizes hands-on skills, problem solving, and application oriented instruction. Technical Core (see above) 19 Technical Core (see above) 19 General Education Requirements (see above) 25 General Education Requirements (see above) 25 Technical Electives (choose 16 credits from the list below) Technical Electives OSH 111 Fire Analysis 2 (choose 16 credits from the list below) OSH 130 Construction Standards 5 EST 107 Emergency Response/Hazardous Materials Ops 3 OSH 131 General Industry Standards 5 EST 120 Confined Space Entry 3 EST 132 Environmental Health and Safety 3 EST 127 Technical Heavy Rescue 3 OSH 196 Safety Program Planning 3 EST 185 Radiation Protection 3 OSH 200 Hazardous Materials 2 EST 235 Field Instrumentation 3 OSH 201 Worker Compensation Cost Containment 2 EST 241 Environmental Sampling 4 OSH 202 Accident Prevention 2 EST 254 Emergency Response Hazardous Materials Tech 6 OSH 203 Ergonomics: Managing Task Stress 3 EST 265 Environmental Auditing 3 OSH 207 Industrial Hygiene 3 EST 270 Risk Assessment 3 OSH 255 Instrument Laboratory 2 EST 290 Transportation of Hazardous Materials 3 EST 107 Hazardous Material Operations 3 Total Required Credits 60 Total Required Credits 60

The Environmental and Safety Technology program at Red Rocks Area of Emphasis: Community College offers emphases in Environmental Technology, Water Quality Management Hazardous Materials Technology, Occupational Safety and Water This program is designed to prepare you as a technician in the field of Quality Management. A new program that is awaiting approval is Field water and wastewater treatment. It also provides additional training and Engineering Technology. skills for those of you already employed in the field. Technical Core (see above) 19 General Education Requirements (see above) 25 Technical Electives (choose 16 credits from the list below) WQM 100 Introduction to Water Quality 3 WQM 105 Calculations for Water Quality Management 4 WQM 119 Basic Water Quality Analysis 4 WQM 120 Water Quality Equipment Maintenance 4 WQM 200 Hydraulics for Water Quality Management 4 WQM 206 Design Interpretation of Water Quality System 4 WQM 210 Advanced Water Quality Analysis 4 WQM 216 Biological Water Quality Analysis 4 WQM 217 Disinfection Techniques 4 WQM 230 Industrial Monitoring and Treatment 3

Total Required Credits 60

74 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Film/Video Technology Film Production Certificate Film/Video Technology FVT 105 Video Production 3 FVT 150 Development of Film Expression 3 Degrees: Associate of Applied Science FVT 153 Introduction to Film Production 3 FVT 155 Script Writing for Film and Video 3 Associate of General Studies FVT 160 Video Post Production I 3 Certificates: Variable Credits FVT 205* Film/Video Camera Equipment and Techniques 3 There are four key concentrations within the Film/Video Technology disci- FVT 206 Film/Video Lighting and Grip 3 pline including Film Production, Video Production, Video Post- FVT 208* Sound for Film and Video 3 Production and Writing, Directing and Producing for Film and Video. FVT 220 16mm Production 3 Required courses vary depending on the course of study you select and FVT 270 Film/Video Production III 3 upon approval of your faculty advisor.You will gain a comprehensive FVT 280 Introduction to AVID Media Composer 3 understanding of the industry as well as practical training in film and Total Required Credits 30 video equipment and other technical elements. *Choose 205 or 208. Associate of Applied Science Degree With an Emphasis in Film/Video Technology Video Production Certificate FVT 105 Video Production I 3 General Education Requirements FVT 150 Development of Film Expression 3 English/Speech 3 FVT 155 Script Writing for Film and Video 3 Recommend: ENG 121 FVT 160 Video Post Production I 3 Humanities, Science, Social and Behavioral Science 6 FVT 200 Video Production II 3 Recommend: MUS 120, THE111, ART110 and/or PHI112 FVT 205* Film/Video Camera Equipment and Techniques 3 Mathematics 3 FVT 206 Film/Video Lighting and Grip 3 Recommend: MAT 121 FVT 208* Sound for Film and Video 3 General Education Elective from above 3 FVT 215 Video Post Production II 3 Recommend: SPE 15 FVT 270 Film/Video Production III 3 Total Required Credits 60 FVT 280 Introduction to AVID Media Composer 3 Total Required Credits 30 Associate of General Studies Degree *Choose 205 or 208. With an Emphasis in Film/Video Technology Articulated with Metropolitan State College of Denver: up to 66 Video Post-Production Certificate semester hours will be accepted toward MSCD’s bachelor’s degree FVT 105 Video Production 3 in Technical Communication. FVT 150 Development of Film Expression 3 General Education Requirements FVT 160 Video Post Production I 3 English/Speech 6 FVT 200 Video Production II 3 Recommend: ENG 121, SPE 115 FVT 206 Film/Video Lighting and Grip 3 Humanities 3 FVT 208 Sound for Film and Video 3 Recommend: PHI 112, MUS 120, THE 111 or ART 110 FVT 215 Video Post Production II 3 Mathematics 3 FVT 254 Introduction to Digital Editing—Adobe Premiere 3 Recommend: MAT 121 FVT 280 Introduction to AVID Media Composer 3 Science 3 PDT 290 Special Topics: AfterEffects 3 Social and Behavioral Science 3 Total Required Credits 30 Recommend: SOC 101, POS 111 or POS 105 18 Total Required Credits 60 Writing/Directing/Producing for Film Electives (For the Film/Video Technology AAS and AGS degrees) and Video Certificate FVT 105 Video Production I 3 FVT 105 Video Production 3 FVT 150 Development of Film Expression 3 FVT 150 Development of Film Expression 3 FVT 153 Introduction to 16mm Film Production 3 FVT 153 Introduction to Film Production 3 FVT 155 Scriptwriting for Film and Video 3 FVT 160 Video Post Production I 3 FVT 155 Script Writing for Film and Video 3 FVT 200 Video Production II 3 FVT 160 Video Post Production I 3 FVT 205 Film/Video Camera Equipment and Techniques 3 FVT 200 Video Production II 3 FVT 206 Lighting and Grip for Film and Video 3 FVT 206 Film/Video Lighting and Grip 3 FVT 208 Sound for Film and Video 3 FVT 209 Production Management Techniques 3 FVT 209 Production Management Techniques 3 FVT 215 Video Post Production II 3 FVT 215 Video Editing and Post Production II 3 FVT 220 16mm Production 3 FVT 254 Introduction to Digital Editing 3 FVT 260 Screen Writing for Feature Films 3 FVT 260 Screenwriting for Feature Films 3 FVT 265 Advanced Screen Writing for Feature Films 3 FVT 265 Advanced Screenwriting for Feature Films 3 FVT 270 Film/Video Production III 3 FVT 270 Film/Video Production III 3 FVT 280 Introduction to Avid Media Composer 3 FVT 280 Introduction to AVID Media Composer 3 FVT 290 Acting and Direction Workshop 3 FVT 290 Special Topics: Acting/Directing 3 FVT 297 Cooperative Education 3 Total Required Credits 45

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 75 Fire Science Technology

Elective Courses 11 Fine Woodworking EST 201 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials I 3 EMS 227 Emergency Medical Technician—B 10 (See Construction Technology) EMS 237 Emergency Medical Technician—Paramedic 24 FST 100** Fire Academy (Firefighter I) 5 FST 101 Fire Academy (Firefighter II) 3 FST 110 Job Placement and Assessment 3 FST 111 Private Fire Protection Systems 3 Fire Science Technology FST 112 Fire Service Planning 3 FST 113 Introduction to Fire Prevention Awareness 3 Degree: Associate of Applied Science FST 114 Fire Company Organization Procedures 3 FST 115 Introduction to Industrial Fire Protection 3 Completion of this curriculum prepares you for: FST 116 Industrial Fire Prevention 3 FST 120 Confined Space Safety and Rescue • Entry into a career of fire suppression, prevention or related field. (OSHA Certification) 3 • Promotion within a fire department or within the fire service. FST 121 Rope Rescue Module I 1 • Advancement to a four-year college in pursuit of a Bachelor of FST 122 Rope Rescue Module II 1 Science degree in Fire Science Administration. FST 123 Rope Rescue Module III 1 FST 127 Technical Heavy Rescue 3-9 Emphasis is placed on modern methods of fire prevention and sup- FST 150 Public Fire Prevention and Education pression, and management of the fire service. Public and private fire pro- (Public Fire Education) 3 tection systems; life safety of fire service personnel and civilians; pro- FST 151 Driver Operator (Operator I, II, III) 3 tection of property through the application of code enforcement; and FST 152 Wildland Firefighter (I, II) 3 the increasing problems of hazardous materials and arson are studied. FST 207 Strategy and Tactics II 3 FST 208 Codes and Ordinances II 3 Prior to enrollment, if you are not presently a member of a fire depart- FST 250 Chemistry for Fire Protection 3 ment, you are required to take assessment tests which are adminis- FST 251 Fire Service and the Law 3 tered in the Learning and Resource Center. The fire science instructor, FST 252 Fire Investigation (Fire Investigator) 3 upon consultation with assessment staff, evaluates test results in order FST 253 Incident Command 3 to assist you with proper placement in your course of study in fire sci- FST 254 Hazardous Materials II (Technician Level) 3 ence. Advanced students are expected to substitute advanced courses FST 255 Fire Service Management (Fire Officer II) 3 FST 256 Fire Administration (Fire Officer III) 3 for introductory courses. FST 257 Volunteer Fire Department Administration 3 FST 258 Wildland Fire Incident Management and Organization2 Required Major Courses FST 259 Wildland Fire Strategy and Tactics 2 FST 102* Introduction to Fire Science and Suppression 3 FST 260 Fire Related Collapse of Buildings 3 FST 103* Firefighter Occupational Health and Safety 3 (may substitute for FST 105 only) FST 104 Fire Protection Systems 3 FST 261 Fire Operation in the Urban Interface 3 FST 105* Building Plans and Construction 3 FST 264 Fire Hazard and Risk Analysis 3 FST 265 Fire Administration Risk Management 2 FST 106* Fire Inspection Practices (Fire Inspector I) 3 FST 290 Advanced Topics 1-3 FST 107 Hazardous Materials I/Awareness and Operations 3 FST 297** Cooperative Education Academy 4 FST 201 Instructional Methodology (Instructor I) 3 FST 297 Internship 1-6 FST 202 Firefighting Strategy and Tactics 3 FST 299 Independent Study and Analysis 1-3 FST 203* Fire Science Hydraulics 3 ** Required if you are not currently employed in the Fire service or relat- FST 204 Codes and Ordinances 3 ed field. FST 205 Fire Cause Determination 3 FST 206 Fire Company Supervision/Leadership (Fire Off. II) 3 PHE 100 Physical Education Aerobics I 1 Three-Part Program Credits PHE 150 Physical Education Aerobics II 1 FST 100 75 hours Fire Essentials Classroom Lectures PHE 200 Physical Education Aerobics III 1 FST 297 75 hours Fire Academy Drill Ground 39 FST 297 72 hour internship with a local fire department 9 General Education Requirements CHE 101 Introduction to Chemistry I or Science elective 4-5 Total Required Credits 66-69 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 MAT 100 Introductory to Algebra (or higher) 3 Humanities or Liberal Arts Course 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences Course 3 16-17

76 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Fire Science Technology Areas of Emphasis: Hazardous Materials Technician Fire Science Technology Certificate Certificates of completion for the following areas of emphasis may be FST 107 Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations Level 3 obtained by written application to the Director of Fire Science EST 201 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials I 3 Technology. FST 202 Firefighting Strategy and Tactics 3 FST 253 Incident Command 3 FST 254 Hazardous Materials Technician 3 Code/Ordinance Certificate Total Required Credits 15 FST 105 Building Plans and Construction 3 FST 106 Fire Inspection Practices 3 Officer Development Certificate FST 204 Codes and Ordinances 3 FST 114 Fire Company Organization 3 FST 260 Fire Related Collapse of Buildings 3 FST 201 Instructional Methodology 3 MAN 219 Public Relations Management 3 FST 206 Fire Company Supervision and Leadership 3 Total Required Credits 15 FST 207 Strategy and Tactics II/ICS 3 FST 208 Advanced Codes (PUB ED) 3 FST 251 Fire Service Legal Considerations 3 Emergency Medical Service/Paramedic FST 255 Fire Service Management 3 FST 256 Fire Administration 3 Certificate FST 265 Risk Analysis (Community and Firefighter Safety) 3 EMS 227 Emergency Medical Technician—B 8 FST 299 Independent Study and Analysis 3 EMS 237* Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic 23 Total Required Credits 30 Total Required Credits 31 Wildland Management Certificate *EMS 237 is available through the St. Anthony’s Hospital EMS Program. FST 152 Wildland Firefighting 3 With completion of this course the student receives 23 credits toward an FST 253 Command of Major Incidents 3 Associates Degree in Fire Science or for a Paramedic Technician Degree. FST 261 Wildland Fire Management and Organization 3 FST 262 Wildland Fire Strategy and Tactics 2 FST 263 Fire Operations in the Urban Interface 2 Fire Investigations Certificate Total Required Credits 13 FST 205 Fire Cause Determination 3 FST 252 Arson Investigation 3 Red Rocks has received a $1.9 million “Program of Excellence” award FST 299 Independent Study—Fire Analysis 3 for its Fire Science Technology Program from the Colorado (Police and Fire Personnel only) Commission on High Education. Plans to accomodate Red Rocks’ CRJ 240 Criminal Investigations 3 incredible growth in this program, include a future renovation CRJ 245 Interviewing Techniques 3 and construction project on its current Fire Science facility. Total Required Credits 15

Fire Service Management Certificate FST 201 Instructional Methodology 3 FST 206 Fire Company Supervision and Leadership 3 FST 253 Incident Command 3 FST 260 Fire Related Collapse of Buildings 3 FST 299 Independent Study and Analysis 3

Total Required Credits 15

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 77 Foreign Languages Foreign Languages Geology

Associate of Arts Degree With an Associate of Science Degree With an Emphasis in Foreign Languages Emphasis in Geology The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of you who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to com- you who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in a foreign language. If you do not plan to major in a for- plete a major in geology. eign language, knowledge of a second language may significantly improve changes of professional advancement in careers such as busi- You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any ness, computer technology, medicine, engineering and in the natural program of study. and behavioral sciences. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any Recommended Courses Credits program of study. BIO 112 General College Biology II (Core) 5 CHE 111 General College Chemistry I (Core) 5 Recommended Courses Credits GEY 111 Physical Geology (Core) 4 ENG 121 English Composition I (Core) 3 GEY 121 Historical Geology (Core) 4 ENG 122 English Composition II (Core) 3 GEY XXX Other GEY courses 6 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication (Core) 3 MAT 121 College Algebra (Core) 4 MAT 122 College Trigonometry 3 Choose one (FREnch, GERman, SPAnish) FRE/GER/SPA 111 Foreign Language I (Core) 5 Core Curriculum Requirements FRE/GER/SPA 112 Foreign Language II (Core) 5 English/Speech FRE/GER/SPA 211 Foreign Language III (Core) 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 FRE/GER/SPA 212 Foreign Language IV (Core) 3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Core Curriculum Requirements Humanities (any course from the following) 3 Humanities (any two courses from the following) 6 ART 111, 112; HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 Mathematics (any course from the following) 4 MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, Science (any course from the following) 4 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 6 GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 Electives 8 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) ANT Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; POS 105, No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 9 Total Required Credits 60 Electives 16 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Total Required Credits 60 Graphics and Animation

* If your emphasis is in Spanish, you are encouraged to complete HUM Technology 126 and HIS 271. (See Multimedia Technology Cluster)

78 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Health Careers Continuing Ed Health Careers Continuing Education

Certificates: Variable Credits

Continuing Education is offered, as indicated by community needs, to augment knowledge and skills of nurses and other health care professionals. Credits CEN 104 The Healing Mind 1⁄2 CEN 250 Home Health Nursing Skills Part I 1⁄2 CEN 106 Case Management 1⁄2 CEN 251 Music as a Therapy for Wellness 1 CEN 107 Camp Health Care 1⁄2 CEN 252 Menopause: Traditional/Natural Approaches 1⁄2-1 CEN 110 Neurolinguistic Programming I 1⁄2 CEN 254 Holistic Nursing-Level II 2 CEN 201 Ethics in Health Care 1⁄2 CEN 255 Spanish for Health Care Level II 1 CEN 202 Aromatherapy 1⁄2 CEN 256 Holistic Nursing Level III 2 CEN 203 Women’s Holistic Health Care 1⁄2 CEN 257 ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) 2 CEN 205 Herbology 1⁄2 CEN 258 Journaling the Spiritual Journey 1 CEN 208 Basic EKG Interpretation 1 CEN 259 ACLS Recertification CEN 209 Spanish for Health Care Level I 1 (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) 1⁄2 CEN 210 Physical Assessment of the Adult 2-3 CEN 260 Bereavement Counseling 1⁄2 CEN 212 Neurolinguistic Programming II 1⁄2 CEN 262 Advanced Therapeutic Touch 1 CEN 213 Spiritual Role in Health Care 1⁄2 CEN 263 Self-Esteem and the Child 1 CEN 216 Humor Therapy 1⁄2 CEN 264 Documentation in Home Health 1⁄2-1 CEN 217 Phlebotomy Refresher 1 CEN 265 Personal Power: Gift of Self-Esteem 1 CEN 218 Better Charting and Legal Documentation 1⁄2-1 CEN 266 Physical Assessment for Home Health 1 CEN 219 Family Violence 1⁄2 CEN 267 Living Without Limits 1⁄2 CEN 220 Law Every Nurse Should Know 1⁄2-2 CEN 269 Healing Presence 1⁄2 CEN 221 High Level Wellness 1 CEN 271 AIDS Update 1⁄2 CEN 224 Massage Therapy 1 CEN 274 Quality Assurance in Home Health 1⁄2 CEN 225 Introduction to Home Health Nursing 1⁄2-1 CEN 276 Creating Healthy Relationships 1 CEN 226 Intravenous Therapy 1 CEN 278 Hospice Nursing 1⁄2 CEN 227 Communication Skills 1⁄2-1 CEN 281 Home Health Nursing Skills Part II 1⁄2 CEN 228 Solution Focused Counseling 1⁄2 CEN 282 Legal Issues in Home Health Care 1⁄2 CEN 229 Wellness Counseling 1 CEN 283 Psychoneuroimmunology 1⁄2 CEN 230 Trauma Assessment and Intervention 1 CEN 285 Stress Management 1⁄2-1 CEN 232 Caring for the Caregiver 1⁄2 CEN 287 Nurse Entrepreneur 1⁄2 CEN 235 Nutritional Therapy and Health 1⁄2 CEN 289 Career Alternatives Within Nursing 1⁄2 CEN 236 Dance Therapy and Healing 1⁄2 CEN 238 Advanced EKG Interpretation 1⁄2 CEN 239 Intravenous (IV) Certification 41⁄2 Continuing Education Refresher CEN 241 Healing Imagery: Body, Mind and Spirit 1⁄2 Nursing Certificate: 12 Credits CEN 242 Therapeutic Touch 1 CER 200 Registered Nurse Refresher Course 8-12 CEN 243 Teaching in Community/Home Health Nursing 1⁄2 CEN 244 Holistic Nursing Level I 1 CEN 249 Journaling 1

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 79 History History Humanities

Associate of Arts Degree With an Associate of Arts Degree With an Emphasis in History Emphasis in Humanities

The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of Humanities is the study of literature, philosophy, art, music and the- you who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to com- atre. It provides an excellent background for professions such as plete a major in history. This program provides preparation for you if teaching, writing, community service, law and research. you are interested in teaching, government service, law, research, You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any business and industry, journalism, publishing, historical societies, program of study. museums, archives and library science. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any Recommended Courses Credits program of study. ART 111 Art History I (Core) 3 or Recommended Courses Credits ART 112 Art History II (Core) ANT 101 Cultural Anthropology (Core) 3 HUM 121 Survey of Humanities I (Core) 3 ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics (Core) 3 HUM 122 Survey of Humanities II (Core) 3 ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics (Core) 3 HUM 123 Survey of Humanities III (Core) 3 GEO 105 World Regional Geography (Core) 3 HUM 215 Ideas in a Changing Society 3 HIS 101 Western Civilization I (Core) 3 LIT 115 Introduction to Literature (Core) 3 HIS 102 Western Civilization II (Core) 3 MUS 120 Music Appreciation (Core) 3 HIS 201 U.S. History I (Core) 3 PHI 111 Introduction to Philosophy (Core) 3 HIS 202 U.S. History II (Core) 3 THE 211 Development of Theatre I (Core) 3 POS 111 American Government (Core) 3 or SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I (Core) 3 THE 212 Development of Theatre II (Core) SOC 102 Introduction to Sociology II (Core) 3 Core Curriculum Requirements Core Curriculum Requirements English/Speech English/Speech ENG 121 English Composition I 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; Science (any course from the following) 4 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; Science (any course from the following) 4 POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 9 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 Electives 8 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. Electives 3 No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Total Required Credits 60

Total Required Credits 61

80 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Medical Assisting Mathematics Medical Assisting Degree: Associate of Science Associate of Science Degree With an Emphasis in Mathematics Certificate: 49 Credits The Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare you, upon suc- The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of cessful completion, for a career as an allied health professional, assisting you who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to com- physicians in ambulatory care settings. This program prepares you to be multi-skilled by including a full range of administrative and clinical med- plete a major in mathematics. This program provides basic preparation ical assisting skills. You are required to complete a clinical internship at the leading to science-related careers as well as to teaching mathematics. end of the academic portion in order to receive a certificate or degree. You should consult with a Mathematics faculty advisor before beginning any program of study. Associate of Applied Science To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Assisting you must complete all the courses in the certificate program as well as 15 Suggested Sequence credits of general education courses listed below. This is a suggested sequence if you are a full-time student completing this degree program. If you are a part-time student it will take General Education Requirements Credits you longer to complete the sequence. Some courses might not be English/Speech (SPE 115, ENG 121) 3 Mathematics (MAT 100 or above) 3 offered each session. Credit from any two of the following three areas: First Session (Fall) Credits Social and Behavioral Science (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) ENG 121 English Composition I (Core) 3 Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) MAT 201 Calculus I (Core) 5 Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, PHI, SPA, MUS, THE) Humanities Core Elective 3 Required Certificate Courses 49 Social/Behavioral Science Core Elective 3 Total Required Credits 64 14 Total Required Contact Hours 1215 Second Session (Spring) ENG 122 English Composition II (Core) 3 MAT 202 Calculus II (Core) 5 Certificate Humanities Core Elective 3 Required Major Courses Credits Social/Behavioral Science Core Elective 3 First Session (Fall) 14 HEO 100 Medical Terminology 3 Third Session (Fall) HEO 104 Anatomy & Physiology for Health Occupations 4 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication (Core) 3 First Seven Weeks MAT 203 Calculus III 4 *BTE 140 Medical Office I 4 Computer Science Elective 4 Second Seven Weeks Science Core Elective 5 BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications* 4 16 *BTE 140 Medical Office II Fourth Session (Spring) MAT 255 and/or MAT 265 3-6 Second Session (Spring) Science Core Elective 5 HEO 220 Pharmacology for Health Occupations 3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications 5 Transferable Electives 8-3 First Seven Weeks Electives *HEO 230 Clinical Skills for Medical Office 3 Transferable Electives must be selected from college-level transfer cours- Second Seven Weeks es. No more than three credits in physical education will count towards *HEO 240 Lab Skills for Medical Office 3 the degree. Third Session (Summer) Total Required Credits 60-63 HEO 297 Medical Assisting Internship 6 *BTE 206 Coding/Health Insurance Methods and Claims 4 *BTE 115 Data Entry I 4 If you are planning to major in mathematics at a four-year college or university, you will find MAT 201 Calculus I is the first (lowest level) mathe- Total Required Credits 49 matics course in which the credits earned will count toward a B.A. or a Total Required Contact Hours 990 B.S. degree. If you are a student just entering and are not prepared to take MAT 201, you will need to take the *These courses are only offered during the session shown above pre-requisite course(s) (Do not expect the credits earned in the pre-requisite course(s) to count toward a B.A. or a B.S. degree.)

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 81 Multimedia Technology Multimedia Technology Cluster

Degree: Associate of Applied Science Degree: Associate of General Studies+ Certificates: 29 Credits

with Areas of Emphasis and Options in: Graphics and Animation (GAT) Production and Design (PDT) The Graphics and Animation emphasis within the Multimedia The Production and Design emphasis within the Multimedia Technology Department prepares you for work in the traditional graph- Technology Department prepares you for work in the exciting world of ic design and printing industries. You learn how to use the computer CD-ROM production. You learn to create projects such as interactive for electronic production and basic design techniques. In addition to games, informational kiosks, educational training projects as well as printed graphics, graphic images for multimedia presentation, anima- many of the other exciting uses for CD-ROM and multimedia develop- tion and 3-D graphics are explored. ment.

Degree Certificate Degree Certificate • Graphics and Animation • Graphics and Animation • Production and Design • Production and Design

General Education Requirements for Multimedia Technology Degree Programs: Associate of Applied Sciences Associate of General Studies+

Designed for students who desire quick entry into the workforce Designed for students who desire both work and transfer options

General Education Requirements General Education Requirements English/Speech (ENG 121 recommended) 3 English/Speech (ENG 121, SPE 115 recommended) 6 Mathematics (MAT 121 recommended) 3 Mathematics (MAT 121 recommended) 3 Art, Humanities, Science, Social Science 6 Social Science (SOC 101, POS 111 or 3 (MUS 120, THE 111, ART 110 and/or POS 105 recommended) PHI 112 recommended) Humanities (PHI 112, MUS 120, THE 111 3 Elective from above (SPE 115 recommended) 3 or ART 110 recommended) Total Required Credits 15 Science 3 Total Required Credits 18 Approximately 12 Additional Courses to total 60 Could include Co-op or Intern Experience Approximately 11 Additional Courses to total 60 Could include Co-op or Intern Experience

Multimedia Technology Core–Required for all Degree Candidates Test-outs and Articulation Possible

Course Number and Description Credits Course Number and Description Credits CIS 113 Introduction to Macintosh Computers 2 MTC 201 Multimedia Production and Management MTC 100 Multimedia Equipment and Technology *3 (Should be taken during last semester MTC 101 Introduction to Design and Graphics *3 of program) *3 Total Required Credits 11

*Requires 60 hours of lecture/lab

+Articulated with Metropolitan State College of Denver: up to 66 semester hours of the Associate of General Studies Degree will be accepted toward MSCD’s bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication.

82 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Multimedia Technology Graphics and Animation Production and Design Technology (GAT) Technology (PDT)

Multimedia AAS and AGS+Degree with Multimedia AAS and AGS+Degree with Graphics and Animation Emphasis Production and Design Technology Emphasis Credits General Education Requirements 15-18 Credits Multimedia Technology Core 11 General Education Requirements 15-18 Total Required Credits 26-29 Multimedia Technology Core 11 Total Required Credits 26-29 Required Major Courses Credits GAT 106 Adobe Illustrator 3 Required Major Courses Credits GAT 115 Color Theory 3 GAT 115 Color Theory 3 GAT 120 Adobe Photoshop I 3 GAT 120 Adobe Photoshop 3 GAT 125 QuarkXPress 3 GAT 125 QuarkXPress 3 GAT 127 Electronic Prepress 3 PDT 150 Introduction to Multimedia Authoring 3 PDT 150 Introduction to Multimedia Authoring 3 PDT 205 Computer Art Studio 3 PDT 205 Computer Art Studio 3 PTD 210 Sound Design for Multimedia 3 GAT 201 Animation and Rendering 3 PTD 220 Multimedia Development 3 GAT 220 Adobe Photoshop II 3 ART 151 Photography I 3 GAT 290 Special Topics 3 FVT 254 Introduction to Digital Editing 3 GAT 297 Cooperative Education 3 or more PDT 290 Special Topics 3 One applied creative course 3 PDT 297 Cooperative Education 3 or more One applied creative course 3 Electives One course from other areas of emphasis. With advisor permission, you Electives may substitute two courses from other Multimedia options (Film/Video One course from other areas of emphasis. With advisor permission, you and/or Production and Design). may substitute two courses from other Multimedia options (Film/Video and/or Graphics and Animation). Total Required Credits 62-65 Total Required Credits 62-65

+Articulated with Metropolitan State College of Denver: up to 66 semester hours of the Associate of General Studies Degree will be Production and Design Technology accepted toward MSCD’s bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication. Certificate CIS 113 Introduction to Macintosh Computer 2 MTC 100 Multimedia Equipment and Technology 3 GAT 106 Adobe Illustrator 3 Graphics and Animation Technology GAT 120 Adobe Photoshop I 3 Certificate PDT 210 Sound Design for Multimedia 3 CIS 113 Introduction to Macintosh Computer 2 PDT 220 Multimedia Development 3 MTC 101 Introduction to Design and Graphics 3 FVT 254 Introduction to Digital Editing 3 GAT 106 Adobe Illustrator 3 PDT 290 Adobe After Effects 3 GAT 115 Color Theory 3 MTC 201 Multimedia Production and Management 3 GAT 120 Adobe Photoshop I 3 Plus one elective selected from GAT, PDT, MTC or FVT 3 GAT 125 QuarkXPress 3 GAT 127 Electronic Prepress 3 Total Required Credits 29 GAT 201 Animation and Rendering 3 GAT 220 Adobe Photoshop II 3 Plus one elective selected from GAT, PDT, MTC or FVT 3

Total Required Credits 29

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 83 Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide Nurse Aide/Home Health Occupational Safety Aide Technology Certificate: 5 Credits (In cooperation with Trinidad State Required Courses Credits NUR 108 Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide 5 Junior College) Degree: Associate of Applied Science Certificate: 30 Credits Nursing (Preparatory) The Occupational Safety Technology program is designed to provide If you are interested in nursing, you may take courses which will trans- occupational safety training to both pre-service students and in-service fer. Admission and course requirements vary among nursing pro- professionals. As a comprehensive industry-oriented program, this curricu- grams; therefore, you are encouraged to work closely with an advisor lum is established to provide knowledge and training skills in safety in the college or university offering the program. applications as they relate to the industrial field. The following courses are suggested Credits ANT 101 Cultural Anthropology 3 Note: Occupational Safety students cannot register through the Red BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Rocks phone registration system. You must meet and register directly BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 with the Occupational Safety Department Coordinator. CHE 101 Introduction to Chemistry I 5 CHE 102 Introduction to Chemistry II 5 Required Major Courses Credits ENG 121 English Composition I 3 First Session (Fall) ENG 122 English Composition II 3 OSH 110 Fire Protection 2 MAT 135 Introduction to Statistics 3 OSH 130 Construction Standards 5 NUR 108 Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide 5 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 NUR 200 Basic Nutrition 3 CIS 115 Introduction to Computers (Required Lab) 5 PSY 101 General Psychology I 3 or PSY 235 Human Growth and Development 3 CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications (Required Lab) 5 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I 3 OSH 202 Accident Prevention 2 17 Electives Second Session (Spring) Electives must be selected from art, foreign languages, history, humani- OSH 111 Fire Analysis 2 ties, philosophy, political science, medical terminology, and ethics in OSH 131 General Industry Standards 5 health care. OSH 196 Safety Program Planning and Administration 3 Note: Completion of course work at Red Rocks does not guarantee HEO 104 Anatomy for Health Occupations 4 acceptance into a nursing program. SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 17 Third Session (Fall) OSH 200 Hazardous Material Control 2 OSH 201 Worker’s Compensation Cost Containment 2 OSH 203 Ergonomics: Managing Task Stress 3 MAT 102 General Mathematics for College Students 1-5 PHY 105 Conceptual Physics 4 14 Fourth Session (Spring) OSH 230 First Aid 2 OSH 240 Case Study Evaluation 5 OSH 207 Industrial Hygiene 3 OSH 250 Safety Training Methods 2 OSH 261 Independent Study 2 14 Total Required Credits 63

84 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Paramedic Technician

A minimum of two credits of elective courses will be chosen from the following on the recommendation of the advisor. Paramedic CHE 101 Introduction Chemistry I 5 EST 102 Environmental Regulatory Framework 3 Technician EST 104 Health and Safety Applications (HAZWOPER) 3 EST 111 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials I 3 Degree: Associate of Applied Science EST 203 RCRA Compliance 3 EST 215 Field Sampling and Lab Analysis 3 Completion of this curriculum will allow individuals to enter a career in EST 225 Air Toxics and Pollution Control 3 Paramedic Technology. As a paramedic, career opportunities are available EST 230 Hazmat Response and Emergency Planning 3 in public and private pre-hospital emergency care such as fire and EST 235 Hazmat Transportation 3 ambulance services and management of the same. OSH 255 Instrument Laboratory 2 OSH 264 Process Safety Management 2 Required Major Courses Credits OSH 270 Environmental and Safety Auditing 3 BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 OSH 275 Mine Safety and Health Standards 2 BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 OSH 290 Occupational Safety Internship 5-18 CHE 101 Introduction to Chemistry I 5 WQM 100 Introduction to Water Quality Management 3 EMS 227 Emergency Medical Technician—Basic 8 HEO 210 Pathophysiology for Health Occupations 4 HEO 220 Pharmacology for Health Occupations 3 Occupational Safety Technology 28 Certificate General Education Requirements ENG 131* Technical Writing 3 The Occupational Safety Technology Certificate program is designed to PSY 101 General Psychology I 3 provide you with knowledge and training skills in industrial safety appli- MAT 100 Introductory Algebra (or higher level course) 3 cations. It is recommended that you obtain an Occupational Safety SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I 3 Certificate have five or more years of working experience in the safety SPE 125 Interpersonal Communication 3 field. 15 Electives (two courses selected from the following): 6 Required Major Courses Credits ANT 101 Cultural Anthropology OSH 130 Construction Standards 5 ENG 121 English Composition I OSH 131 General Industry Standards 5 MAN 116 Principles of Supervision OSH 196 Safety Program Planning 5 MAN 226 Principles of Management OSH 200 Hazardous Material Control 2 SOC 215 Contemporary Social Problems OSH 202 Accident Prevention 2 OSH 240 Case Study Evaluation 5 The following course will be taken at St. Anthony Hospital Central: OSH 250 Safety Training Methods and Administration 5 EMS 237** Paramedic Technician 24 FST/ OSH XXX Choose from OSH 110, 111 or FST classes 3 Total Required Credits 73 chosen in conjunction with your advisor. OSH XXX Elective chosen from degree program 3 electives. * Requires satisfactory score on placement test.

Total Required Credits 30 ** One year active field experience as an EMT with a first responding agency is required.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 85 Park Ranger Technology Park Ranger Technology Electives 10-12 Fire/Public Safety Electives Degree: Associate of Applied Science EMS 227 Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) 8 FST 121 Rope Rescue Module I 1 Certificate: Variable Credits FST 122 Rope Rescue Module II 1 FST 123 Rope Rescue Module III 1 FST 258 Wildland Fire Incident Management The Park Ranger Training Program provides training for those of you and Organization 3 seeking careers in natural resource protection, interpretation and management. Law Enforcement, natural resource interpretation, public safety FST 261 Fire Operations in Urban Interface 3 services and outdoor recreation/education are the major areas of con- PAR 227 Wilderness First Aid 3 centration reflecting the needs of the industry and potential employ- Interpretation Electives ment in all levels of government as well as private companies. BIO 199 Plants of the Front Range 3 The Associate of Applied Science Degree and the certificate programs are BIO 227 Ecology 4 designed around the hiring agencies requirements and also to allow the student to design a program around specific interests, career goals BIO 228 Field Biology 2 and previous training or education. ENV 101 Introduction to Environmental Science 4 GEY 135 Environmental Geology 3 Required Major Courses Credits GEY 203 Map and Airphoto Interpretation 3 BIO 111 General College Biology I 5 GEY 205 Geology of Colorado BIO 112 General College Biology II 5 GEY 208 Geology Field Trip 2-3 FST 152 Basic Wildland Firefighting 3 HIS 116 The Native American Experience 3 FST 253 Incident Command of Major Incidents 3 HIS 225 History of Colorado 3 HIS 201 U.S. History I 3 PAR 203 Natural Resource Management 3 HIS 202 U.S. History II 3 PAR 255 Advanced Resource Interpretation 3 PAR 102 Introduction to Park Ranger Technology 3 PAR 105 National Resource Interpretation 3 Law Enforcement Electives PAR 297 Park Ranger Internship 3 CRJ XXX Post Law Enforcement Academy 24 31 PAR 230 Park Ranger Law Enforcement 3 General Education Requirements English/Speech Outdoor Skills Electives ENG 121 English Composition I 3 PHE 170 Cross Country Skiing 2 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 PHE 180 Mountaineering I 3 or PHE 181 Basic Rock Climbing 2 SPE 125 Interpersonal Communication 3 PHE 182 Intermediate Rock Climbing 2 Mathematics PHE 183 Basic Ice Climbing 2 MAT 121 College Algebra 4 PHE 185 Snow and Glacier Climbing 3 Science PHE 186 Orienteering 2 GEY 111 Physical Geology 4 PHE 187 Map and Compass for the Outdoors 3 or PHE 188 Backpacking 2 ENV 101 Introduction to Environmental Science 4 PHE 190 Snowshoeing 1 PHE 218 Outdoor Recreation and Camping 2 Social and Behavioral Sciences PSY 101 General Psychology I 3 PHE 225 Routefinding 1 16 PHE 226 Wilderness Ethics 2 PHE 227 Basic Mountaineering II 3 PHE 228 Wilderness Ethics 2 PHE 229 Wilderness Survival I 3 PHE 259 Wilderness Survival II 3

86 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Park Ranger Technology Park Ranger Certificate: Park Ranger Certificate: Law Enforcement Concentration Public Safety Concentration

The Law Enforcement Certificate is for those students wishing to The Public Safety Certificate provides necessary training for those stu- increase their job opportunities by being qualified for full law enforce- dents wanting to work for agencies providing fire, EMS, rescue, haz- ment responsibilities in the field. ardous materials or other response/mitigation services. Credits Credits CRJ XXX Post Law Enforcement Academy 24 PAR 102 Introduction to Park Ranger Technology 3 PAR 102 Introduction to Public Lands/Park PAR 227 Park Ranger Internship 3 Ranger Services 3 EMS 227 Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) 8 PAR 230 Park Ranger Law Enforcement 3 FST 121 Rope Rescue Module I 1 PAR 297 Park Ranger Internship 3 FST 122 Rope Rescue Module II 1 FST 123 Rope Rescue Module III 1 Total Required Credits 33 FST 151 Hazardous Mat. Awareness and Opns. 3 FST 152 Intro to Wildland Firefighting 3 FST 236 Fire Operations in the Urban Interface 1 Park Ranger Certificate: FST 253 Incident Command at Major Incidents 3 FST 258 Wildland Fire Incident Mgmt and Org. 3 Outdoor Recreation Concentration PHE 229 Wilderness Survival I 3

The Outdoor Recreation Certificate provides a wide choice for those Total Required Credits 31 wishing to become employed as guides, outdoor instructors, safety personnel or rangers with both governmental and private agencies. Park Ranger Certificate: Credits Resource Interpretation Concentration PAR 105 Introduction to Park Ranger Technology 3 PAR 205 Resource Interpretation 3 The Resource Interpretation Certificate is for those working with PAR 227 Park Ranger Internship 3 resource interpretation, naturalist or other nature center work with the public. Credit from the following areas: 21 Credits PHE 170 Cross Country Skiing 2 BIO 111 General College Biology I 5 PHE 180 Mountaineering I 3 BIO 112 General College Biology II 5 PHE 181 Basic Rock Climbing 2 BIO 228 Field Biology 2 PHE 182 Intermediate Rock Climbing 2 GEY 111 Physical Geology 4 PHE 183 Basic Ice Climbing 2 HIS 201 U.S. History I 3 PHE 185 Snow and Glacier Climbing 3 HIS 202 U.S. History II 3 PHE 186 Orienteering 2 PAR 102 Introduction to Park Ranger Technology 3 PHE 187 Map and Compass for the Outdoors 3 PAR 203 Natural Resource Management 3 PHE 188 Backpacking 2 PAR 205 Resource Interpretation 3 PHE 190 Snowshoeing 1 PAR 227 Park Ranger Internship 3 PHE 218 Outdoor Recreation and Camping 2 PAR 255 Advanced Resource Interpretation 3 PHE 220 Wilderness Equipment and Facilities 3 PHE 225 Routefinding 1 Total Required Credits 34 PHE 227 Basic Mountaineering II 3 PHE 228 Wilderness Ethics 2 PHE 229 Wilderness Survival I 3 PHE 259 Wilderness Survival II 3

Total Required Credits 30

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 87 Philosophy Philosophy Physics

Degree: Associate of Arts With an Degree: Associate of Science With an Emphasis in Philosophy Emphasis in Physics

Philosophy is the study of basic concepts with which we construct mean- The completion of the following courses is appropriate for you if you plan ing in life. It examines reasoning processes, ways of knowing, concepts to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in of right and wrong, interpretations of reality and views of the self. The physics. following sequence of courses provides a broad introduction to the field and prepares you for further education. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any You are encouraged to consult with a Red Rocks Philosophy faculty program of study. advisor before beginning any program of study. Recommended Courses Credits Associate of Arts CHE 111 General College Chemistry I (Core) 5 CHE 112 General College Chemistry II (Core) 5 Suggested Sequence for Full-time Students CSC 160 Computer Science I (Required Lab) 5 This is a suggested sequence for completing the degree. If you are a or part-time student, it will take you longer to complete the sequence. CIS 148 FORTRAN Programming (Required Lab) 4 Some courses might not be offered each session. MAT 201 Calculus I (Core) 5 First Session Credits MAT 202 Calculus II (Core) 5 PHI 111 Introduction to Philosophy 3 MAT 203 Calculus III 4 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 PHY 211 Physics: Calculus-based I (Core) 5 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 PHY 212 Physics: Calculus-based II (Core) 5 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I 3 PSY 101 General Psychology I 3 Core Curriculum Requirements 15 English/Speech Second Session ENG 121 English Composition I 3 PHI 113 Logic 3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 230 Argumentation and Debate 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 HIS 101 Western Civilization I 3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 *Humanities (any two courses from the following) 6-10 MAT XXX Mathematics Core Course 3-5 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; 15-17 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; Third Session PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 HIS 102 Western Civilization II 3 PHI 112 Ethics 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different disciplines) ANT PHI 115 Comparative Religion 3 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, 6 ANT 101 Cultural Anthropology 3 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 Science Core Course 4-5 16-17 Electives 3 Fourth Session Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. POS 105 Introduction to Political Science 3 No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Humanities Core Course (except Philosophy) 3 Transferrable Electives 8 14 Total Required Credits 61-69 Electives Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. * Students are encouraged to complete GER 111 and 112 to satisfy the No more than three semester credits in physical education may Arts and Humanities requirement. be counted. Total Required Credits (minimum) 60 Plumbing (See Construction Technology)

88 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Psychology Political Science Psychology

Degree: Associate of Arts With an Associate of Arts Degree With an Emphasis in Political Science Emphasis in Psychology

Political science is the study of how political systems are created, the The field of psychology is concerned with the study of normal and abnormal human behavior. Psychologists frequently provide personal nature of the social contracts between people and governments, political counseling in hospitals, clinics, schools, corrections facilities or in their parties, political behavior and the evolution of political institutions. The own private practices. Experimental psychologists work in laboratories and completion of the following courses is appropriate for those who plan to try to develop theories of why and how people behave as they do. The transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in completion of the following courses is appropriate for students who political science. plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any in psychology. program of study. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any program of study. Recommended Courses Credits ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Recommended Courses Credits ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics 3 PSY 101 General Psychology I 3 HIS 201 U. S. History I 3 PSY 102 General Psychology II 3 HIS 202 U. S. History II 3 Choose from one of the following POS 105 Introduction to Political Science 3 PSY 226 Social Psychology 3 POS 111 American Government 3 or POS 215 Current Political Issues 3 PSY 235 Human Growth and Development or PSY 238 Child Development Core Curriculum Requirements or English/Speech Social and Behavioral Sciences Electives ENG 121 English Composition I 3 (approved by faculty advisor) ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Core Curriculum Requirements English/Speech Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; ENG 122 English Composition II 3 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 Science (any course from the following) 4 Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 Science (any course from the following) 4 Electives 14 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Social and Behavioral Sciences (any course from the following) 3 ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, Total Required Credits 60 201, 202; POS 105, 111; SOC 101, 102

Electives 14 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. Production and Design No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. Technology Total Required Credits 60

(See Multimedia Technology Cluster)

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 89 Radiologic Technology

Fourth Session (Fall) Radiologic Technology RAD 225 Radiographic Procedures III 3 RAD 270 Radiation Biology & Radiation Protection 2 (In cooperation with Lutheran RAD 236 Clinical Education IV 8 Medical Center) 13 Fifth Session (Spring) Degree: Associate of Applied Science RAD 260 Registry Review 2 The following program becomes effective Fall 1997 RAD 246 Clinical Education V 11 13 The Radiologic Technology program is designed to provide medical diag- Total Required Credits 78 nostic radiography training for students who wish to establish eligibility to participate in the national certification examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Graduates who pass this national Program Totals certifying examination are qualified to assume diagnostic radiographer Credit Hours 78 positions in thousands of medical facilities across the nation, both in Prerequisites 18 hospitals and private clinics or offices. After gaining on-the-job experi- Professional 60 ence, these positions may allow the technologist to participate in Clinical Contact Hours 1640 advanced level examinations as well as computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging or mammography. Prior to beginning the Radiologic Technology Program, interested students are required to apply to both the college and the Program. There Required Major Courses Credits are five General Education Core courses that must be completed before First Session (Fall) beginning the radiography program. RAD 105 Radiographic Procedures I 3 RAD 165 Imaging Equipment I 3 RAD 185 Patient Care I 3 General Education Courses Credits RAD 106 Clinical Education I 5 MAT 105 Intermediate Algebra 4 14 PSY 101 General Psychology or 3 Second Session (Spring) SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology RAD 115 Radiographic Procedures II 3 BIO 201 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 RAD 175 Imaging Equipment II 3 BIO 203 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 RAD 195 Patient Care II 2 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 RAD 116 Clinical Education II 5 13 Interested students should apply to the Radiologic Technology program in the Fall of the year preceding the year in which they wish to Third Session (Summer) begin. Other admission requirements are available upon request. All of RAD 226 Clinical Education III 7 the clinical experiences are conducted at Lutheran Medical Center. 7

90 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Speech Communications Sociology Speech Communications Associate of Arts Degree With an Associate of Arts Degree with an Emphasis in Sociology Emphasis in Speech Communications The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those of you who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a Sociology is the study of groups of people and the way they interact. The major in communications. This program provides basic preparation completion of the following courses is appropriate for those who plan leading to communication-related careers such as sales, journalism, to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a major in public relations, personnel, service and political careers, teaching and sociology. broadcasting. You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any You are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning any program of study. program of study. Recommended Courses Credits Recommended Courses Credits SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I (Core) 3 SPE 111 Survey of Communication 3 SOC 102 Introduction to Sociology II (Core) 3 or SOC 215 Contemporary Social Problems 3 SPE 125 Interpersonal Communication SOC XXX Electives to be selected from the 6 or sociology curriculum SPE 211 Advanced Public Speaking Core Curriculum Requirements SPE 217 Group Communication 3 English/Speech SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 SPE 220 Intercultural Communication 3 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 SPE 230 Argumentation and Debate 1-3 SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 or SPE 275 Forensics and Speech Competition 1-3 Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; ENG 122 English Composition II 3 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 Core Curriculum Requirements Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 Humanities (courses from two different disciplines) 9 MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, Science (any course from the following) 4 122; PHI 111, 112, 113; THE 211, 212 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 Mathematics (any course from the following) 3 MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 Social and Behavioral Sciences (any course from the following) ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, Science (any course from the following) 4 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102 3 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 Electives 17 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. disciplines) ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 9 Total Required Credits 60 Electives 14 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. No more than three credits in physical education may be counted.

Total Required Credits 60

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 91 Theatre Arts Theatre Arts Water Quality Associate of Arts Degree with an Management Technology Emphasis in Theatre Arts The completion of the following courses is appropriate for those (See Environmental and Safety Technology) who plan to transfer to a four year college or university to complete a major in theatre arts. This program provides basic preparation leading to theatre-related careers as well as to the teaching of theatre. Students are urged to consult with a faculty advisor before beginning Welding Fabrication any program of study.

Recommended Courses Credits Technology THE 105 Introduction to Theatre Arts 3 THE 111 Acting I 3 Degree: Associate of Applied Science or THE 112 Acting II Certificate: 32 Credits This program provides job entry skills in the welding trade and upgrad- Choose two courses from the following: ing for those in the field who need to acquire more skill. THE 131 Theatre Production I Demonstrated mastery of these skills is required. Programs are open- THE 132 Theatre Production II entry and open-exit. You may complete some of the courses, enter the THE 231 Theatre Production III work force and then return at any time either to complete the program THE 232 Theatre Production IV 6 for a certificate or degree or to upgrade specific skills. THE 116 Technical Theatre 3 THE 170 Dance and Stage Movement Required Major Courses Credits or WFT 100* Oxy-Acetylene Safety, Cutting and Welding 4 THE 271 Dance for the Musical Theatre 3 WFT 107* Blueprint Reading and Estimating 4 THE 210 Singing for Actors 3 WFT 108* S.M.A.W. Safety Electrode Identification THE 211 Development of Theatre I (Core) 3 and Surface Padding 4 or WFT 110* S.M.A.W. Joints in Three Positions 4 THE 212 Development of Theatre II (Core) 3 WFT 115* Plate Code Test E7018 With Backing Strip 4 or WFT 116* Plate Code Test E6010 Without Backing Strip 4 THE 215 Playwriting 3 WFT 118 Special Applications in Arc Welding 4 Core Curriculum Requirements WFT 200 Pipe Joint Design, Fabrication and Testing 2G 4 WFT 202 Pipe Test A.S.M.E., Section IX, E6010 4 English/Speech WFT 207* G.T.A.W. Safety and Welding Joints 12 ENG 121 English Composition I 3 WFT 209 G.M.A.W. Pipe and Plate Code Testing 4 ENG 122 English Composition II 3 WFT 210 Structural Shapes and Joint Design SPE 115 Principles of Speech Communication 3 Project Development 4 Humanities (any course from the following) 3 WFT 235 Pipe Test A.S.M.E., Section IX, E6010 ART 111, 112; Foreign Language 111, 112, 211, 212; and E7018 4 HUM 121, 122, 123; LIT 115, 201, 202; MUS 120, 121, WFT 236 Pipe Joint Design and Fabrication 4 122; PHI 111, 112, 113 64 Mathematics (any course from the following) General Education Requirements MAT 121, 125, 135, 201, 202 3 English/Speech (COM, ENG, SPE) 3 Mathematics (056 or above) 3 Science (any course from the following) 4 AST 101, 102; BIO 105, 111, 112; CHE 101, 102, 111, 112; Credit from any two of the following three areas: 9 GEY 111, 121; PHY 105, 111, 112, 211, 212 Humanities (ART, FRE, GER, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, SPA, THE) 15 Social and Behavioral Sciences (courses from two different Science (AST, BIO, CHE, GEY, PHY) disciplines)ANT 101, 111; ECO 201, 202; GEO 105; HIS 101, 102, Social and Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC) 201, 202; POS 105, 111; PSY 101, 102; SOC 101, 102 9 Total Required Credits 74 Total Required Contact Hours 1222 Electives 8 Electives must be selected from college-level transfer courses. COM 115 The Job Search Process (1 credit) and No more than three credits in physical education may be counted. WFT 297 Cooperative Education (variable credit) or WFT 299 Independent Study (variable credit) Total Required Credits 60 May be used as an elective.

* Certificate Requirements

92 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Course Descriptions

Course Descriptions ACCOUNTING ACC 122 Principles of Accounting II 4 Credits Course descriptions are listed in alphabetical order by program. Please refer to the current ACC Computer Lab Courses Prerequisite: ACC 121 or equivalent Some accounting courses have a computer lab Class Planning Schedule for the list of This course is a continuation of ACC 121 courses offered each semester. Unless oth- accompanying them. The lab is incorporated into the credits for its related course. and covers accounting principles as they erwise indicated, courses are normally apply to partnerships and corporations. offered each semester. The courses listed on ACC 101 Fundamentals of Accounting I Topics include stocks and bonds, invest- the following pages are an indication of col- 3 Credits ments, cash flow statements, financial lege course offerings; courses and programs This course presents the basic elements and analysis, budgeting and cost and managerial are subject to modification at any time. concepts of accounting, with emphasis on the accounting. procedures used for maintaining journals, ACC 125 Introduction to Electronic ledgers and other related records, and for Spreadsheets Corequisite the completion of end-of-period reports for 1 Credit A corequisite is a course which must be small service and merchandising businesses. Prerequisite: CIS 110 or equivalent taken in conjunction with another course ACC 105 Expanded Fundamentals of during the same session, i.e. a laboratory is a Accounting This course introduces the basic concepts of corequisite to some computer, math and sci- 5 Credits electronic spreadsheets. You prepare and ence courses. modify several spreadsheets. Booting up the This course presents the basic elements of computer, cursor movement, data types, for- accounting, with emphasis on the proce- matting, editing cells, protecting cells, Prerequisite dures used for maintaining journals, ledgers pointing, copying, modifying the spreadsheet and other related records and for the com- and printing are covered. Saving and retriev- A prerequisite is a course which must be sat- pletion of end of period reports for small ing files are also covered. Lotus 1-2-3 or isfactorily completed before taking the next service and merchandising businesses in other popular versions are used. See the higher level course. The prerequisite for a accordance with generally accepted account- Course Planning Schedule. course may also be permission of instructor. ing principles. You are introduced to fundamental record keeping for proprietor- ACC 126 Intermediate Electronic ships, partnerships and corporations. Spreadsheets 1 Credit Special Topics Courses ACC 121 Principles of Accounting I Prerequisite: ACC 125, CIS 150 or equivalent Most program/course prefix areas offer spe- 4 Credits cial topics courses. These courses are This course introduces the study of account- This course builds on the basic concepts of numbered 290. Students should consult with ing principles and the theory and logic that electronic spreadsheets covered in ACC 125 their advisor regarding the applicability of underlie procedures and practices. Topics by providing you with hands-on experience constructing more complex spreadsheets these courses toward a degree or certificate. include the accounting cycle for service and utilizing more advanced features of spread- Descriptions are on file with the appropriate merchandising companies; special journals sheet software. Decision-making with if-then Instructional Vice President. and subsidiary ledgers, internal control principles and practices, notes and interest, structures and sorting and combining inventory systems and costing, plant assets spreadsheets are covered. In addition, stu- and intangible asset accounting, and depre- dents learn to use some of the special ciation methods and practices. functions such as lookup tables, average, count, minimum, maximum, amortization, present and future value and depreciation. Lastly, you are introduced to the database and the graphics capabilities of the software. Lotus 1-2-3 or other popular versions are used. See the Course Planning Schedule.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 93 Accounting ACC 127 Advanced Spreadsheets— ACC 146 Individual Income Tax ACC 216 Governmental Accounting Macros 5 Credits 3 Credits 1 Credit Prerequisite: ACC 121 recommended Prerequisite: ACC 122 Prerequisite: ACC 126, CIS 151 or equivalent This course introduces preparation of Federal This course studies the hands-on approach This course introduces macros and the com- and Colorado individual income tax returns to accounting for local, state and federal gov- mand language. You wil write macros that according to the Internal Revenue Service and ernments as prescribed in the law and Colorado Department of Revenue regulations. in generally accepted governmental include the features of if-then, looping, accept It familiarizes you with the most frequently accounting practices. It includes the study of user input, subroutines, open, read and used tax forms, information and procedures. fund accounting, budgeting, revenues, write files and maintenance-oriented This course also includes the preparation of appropriations and expenditure controls. macros. Troubleshooting and debugging are income tax forms necessary for a sole propri- emphasized. ACC 226 Cost Accounting I etorship business, gains and losses on sale of 4 Credits ACC 136 Computerized Accounting assets, alternative methods of computing Prerequisite: ACC 122, MAT 100 or equiva- 3 Credits income tax and methods of researching tax questions. lent Prerequisite: ACC 101, 105 or 121 ACC 161 Understanding Financial This course studies cost accumulation meth- Corequisite: Computer Lab Statements ods and reports. The concepts and 3 Credits procedures of job order, process, standard This course introduces data entry procedures and direct cost systems are covered, and on the computer in accounting applications. This course examines the elements of the budgeting, planning and control of costs are You will study theory and application of gen- primary financial statements including bal- included. eral ledger, accounts receivable, accounts ance sheet, income statement, retained ACC 227 Cost Accounting II payable and payroll functions of accounting earnings statement and statement of cash 3 Credits as performed on a typical microcomputer flows. You will do vertical and horizontal system. Additional topics discussed are inter- analysis of statements, as well as learn to cal- Prerequisite: ACC 226 nal control and selection of a computerized culate key ratios and rates of return. This course is a continuation of ACC 226 and accounting system. This course gives stu- ACC 190 Financial Investigations focuses on the decision-making aspects of dents hands-on experience on the 3 Credits microcomputer culminating with a computer- managerial accounting using microcomputer ized practice set. This course introduces the current spreadsheet applications for assigned prob- perspectives dominant in the field of financial lems. Topics include product pricing strategy, ACC 137 Electronic Spreadsheets investigations. This course also discusses 3 Credits concepts of law and evidence, sources of capital budgeting, statement of cash flows and information including financial institutions, application of linear programming. Prerequisite: CIS 118 or equivalent and ACC business financial record keeping, and tracing 101, 105 or 121 ACC 246 Business Taxation funds, using a variety of methods and inter- 3 Credits Corequisite: Computer Lab viewing as they apply to detecting and resolving financial crimes. Emphasis is placed Prerequisite: ACC 146 This course introduces you to the concepts on theoretical principles and applications of and uses of electronic spreadsheets as they financial investigative techniques. This course introduces the preparation of apply in accounting. You will construct several Federal and Colorado business tax returns ACC 211 Intermediate Accounting I spreadsheets and graphs as well as learn to and tax reports according to the current 5 Credits use the database query and statistical fea- Internal Revenue Code and Colorado Prerequisites: ACC 122, MAT 100 or tures. Use and design of macros are Department of Revenue regulations. This introduced. equivalent course familiarizes students with the most ACC 138 Payroll and Sales Tax This course studies the conceptual frame- frequently used tax forms, information 3 Credits work of financial accounting and advanced resources and procedures. Practical applica- theory and practice applicable to the follow- tion is emphasized with actual preparation of Corequisite: ACC 101, 105 or 121 ing major topics: time value of money; income tax forms for C-Corporations, S- This course acquaints you with various pay- current assets; current liabilities; and opera- Corporations and partnerships. An overview roll systems; recordkeeping rules for both tional assets. of payroll, sales, excise and property taxes payroll and sales taxes; and the preparation ACC 212 Intermediate Accounting II and the proper filing of their related forms is of the required federal, state and local forms 5 Credits included. for reporting sales taxes and payroll taxes. Prerequisite: ACC 211 This course is a continuation of ACC 211. It focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of accounting for long-term liabilities, stockholders’ equity, investments, pensions and leases. Income tax allocation, financial statement analysis, cash flow statements and accounting methods changes are also covered.

94 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Air Conditioning, Heating/Refrigeration AIR CONDITIONING, AHR 132 Air Conditioning and AHR 162 Heating Controls Refrigeration Controls 4 Credits HEATING AND 4 Credits Prerequisite: AHR 105 or permission of REFRIGERATION Prerequisite: AHR 105 or permission of instructor instructor This course is an extension of AHR 105. It AHR 101 Heating for the Home This course is an extension of AHR 105. It applies the knowledge of Basic Electricity to Owner applies the knowledge of basic electricity to Controls related to heating equipment. This 2 Credits controls related to air conditioning and refrig- includes boilers and furnaces with emphasis This course is for homeowners who wish to eration equipment. The course also works on on ignition and controls related to high effi- maintain their own heating system. Minor reading and drawing schematic and ladder ciency heating equipment. Course work repairs such as thermocouples and diagrams. includes reading and drawing ladder and motor/belt replacement are covered. AHR 140 Residential Forced Air schematic wiring diagrams. Heating AHR 102 Heating Fundamentals AHR 200 HVAC/R Controls II 4 Credits 4 Credits 4 Credits This course is designed for the student who This course examines the properties of gas, wishes to enter the HVAC trade. The student Prerequisite: AHR 132 gas controls, gas burners, gas piping. It also will learn the basic skills and knowledge covers combustion air and venting gas-fired This course covers advanced electrical con- required to work on installation of residential appliances. Study of the Uniform Mechanical trols. Emphasis is on pneumatic controls and forced-air systems. Information covered in Code related to these areas and heat loss cal- systems used in commercial and industrial this course includes: tools, safety, materials, culations are also covered. HVAC/R equipment. installation standards and practices. AHR 105 Electricity for HVAC/R AHR 201 Advanced Refrigeration AHR 141 Residential Forced Air 4 Credits 6 Credits Heating This course covers fundamentals of electricity, 4 Credits Prerequisites: AHR 105, 110 measuring instruments, Ohm’s Law, series Prerequisites: AHR 102, 105 This course covers fundamentals of com- and parallel circuits, components, basic elec- mercial refrigeration equipment with trical motors and application to HVAC/R. This course covers the operation, maintenance and repair of residential forced air emphasis on service and installation of bulk AHR 110 Refrigeration Fundamentals heating systems. It examines air to air heat storage equipment and low or medium tem- 4 Credits exchanges, humidification, air cleaning sys- perature such as walk-in, display cases, ice machines and ice cream machines. Corequisite: AHR 105 tems, analyzing flue gas and testing for furnace efficiency. AHR 206 Hot Water Heating Systems This course covers basic refrigeration theory 4 Credits and practice, safety, hermetic systems, AHR 145 Residential Air System refrigerants and tools and equipment used in Installation and Design Prerequisites: AHR 102, 105 4 Credits refrigeration servicing. This course covers the theory of operation Prerequisite: Completion of AHR 140 behind these systems, as well as installation, AHR 120 Air Conditioning Systems with a grade of “C” or above or permission 6 Credits maintenance and repair. It also examines air of instructor elimination, circulator pump and pipe sizing. Prerequisites: AHR 105, 110 or field experi- This course is presented in cooperation with Boiler and heat convector sizing are also dis- ence the Denver Home Builders Association and Red cussed. Corequisite: AHR 132 Rocks Community College. The focus of this AHR 211 Stationary Engineer course is on the installation, design and layout This course covers theory/practices used in AHR 212 Boiler Operator of residential forced air systems and acces- servicing air conditioning systems. Emphasis AHR 213 Journeyman Steam Fitter sories. Topics include reading blueprints, is placed on heating and cooling calculations, AHR 214 Journeyman Boiler Maker installation of equipment and application of AHR 215 Journeyman Heating and duct sizing, air flow demand, refrigerant national standards and local codes. Ventilating recovery practices and special control 2-4 Credits devices. AHR 151 Low Pressure Steam Heating 4 Credits These courses cover the Uniform Mechanical AHR 125 Refrigerant Recovery Training Code and city codes where these certificates 1 Credit Prerequisites: AHR 102, 105 are required. This course explains the laws regarding This course examines low pressure steam AHR 216 Uniform Mechanical Code refrigerant recovery. It includes hands-on use systems including boilers, piping, heat con- 2-4 Credits of recovery equipment. Upon successful com- vectors. Repair and maintenance of these pletion of this course you will be prepared systems is covered as well as theory behind This course reviews in detail the Uniform to take the EPA certification test. their operation. Boiler feed water and con- Mechanical Code. It is intended to give those densate systems are also discussed. entering the HVAC/R trade as well as those trades people taking certification examinations a sound knowledge of this code.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 95 Air Conditioning, Heating/Refrigeration AHR 217 Refrigeration Operator ANTHROPOLOGY ART 121 Drawing I AHR 218 Journeyman Refrigeration 3 Credits 2-4 Credits ANT 101 Cultural Anthropology This course is an investigation of various The above two courses cover the Uniform 3 Credits approaches and media designed to develop Mechanical Code and city codes where these This course studies human cultural patterns drawing skills and visual awareness. certificates are required. and learned behavior. The course includes lin- ART 122 Drawing II AHR 222 Evaporative Cooling guistics, social and political organization, 3 Credits Systems and Water Treatment religion, culture and personality, culture 4 Credits change and applied anthropology. Cultural This course studies expressive drawing tech- anthropology deals with issues of cultural niques and development of individual This course covers aspects of commercial diversity, pluralism and relativism as a com- expressive style. and residential evaporative cooling systems. ponent of multi-cultural studies. Areas examined include maintenance to ART 131 Design I 3 Credits these systems, water treatment, sizing, ANT 111 Physical Anthropology pumps and piping. 3 Credits This course studies basic design elements, AHR 225 Indoor Air Quality and This course studies human biology and its visual perception, form and composition. Ventilation effects on behavior. It includes principles of ART 132 Design II 4 Credits genetics and evolution, vertebrates and pri- 3 Credits mates, human origins, human variation and This course is for the experienced HVAC This course covers the application of design ecology. contractor and service technician. It informs elements and principles to both two and students of problems associated with indoor ANT 209 Culture in the World Today: three dimensional problems. air quality and methods for improvement of Latin America the indoor environment. The Uniform 3 Credits ART 151 Photography I Mechanical Code and other national stan- 1-3 Credits This course presents a view of cultural dards are covered as well. dynamics. This course is an introduction to black and AHR 239 Fundamental Heating for white photography as a fine art medium and ANT 271 History of Middle America the Building Maintenance Person it develops skills necessary for basic camera 3 Credits 4 Credits and lab operations. This course traces the history of the indige- This course is for the building maintenance ART 152 Photography II nous people of Mexico from the first person who possesses experience with 1-3 Credits inhabitants through the conquest by the electromechanical devices and applies it to Spanish in 1521 A.D. Special emphasis is This course further explores camera and lab heating equipment. Forced air, hot water placed on such cultures as the Olmec, Maya, operations with and emphasizes individual and steam systems are examined. Toltec, Totonac, Teotihuccan and Aztec. The creativity. It includes the development of a AHR 240 Commercial Heating course presents the daily life, religion, art, comprehensive portfolio. Systems social and political organization and other his- ART 156 Fundamentals of Ceramics 4 Credits torical characteristics. 1 Credit Prerequisites: AHR 102, 132 ART This course is an introduction and comprehen- This course covers the maintenance and sive study of low fire ceramics. It introduces repair of the typical heating systems used in ART 110 Art Appreciation handbuilding techniques such as slab, coil commercial buildings and multi-family 3 Credits and pinch; and throwing on the wheel. There is discussion of technical and esthetics con- dwellings. This course includes study in This course is an introduction to the visual cerns. Offered at the Arvada Center for the Arts warm air and hydronic systems. Flame safe- arts including language, concepts, process and Humanities only. guard systems are also studied. Students and history. interested in this course must have previous ART 157 Advanced Wheel Throwing experience with residential heating systems. ART 111 Art History I 1 Credit 3 Credits AHR 278 Advanced HVAC/R Study Prerequisite: Permission of instructor 3-12 Credits This course provides the knowledge base to understand the visual arts, especially as This course is a comprehensive study of Prerequisite: Permission of instructor related to Western culture. It surveys the wheel thrown work. Using the wheel as a tool Enrollment in this course is limited to visual arts from the Ancient through the and learning to finish the work, glazing and fir- advanced HVAC/R students. Medieval periods. ing are discussed. There are discussions of technical and esthetics concerns. Offered at ART 112 Art History II the Arvada Center for the Arts and 3 Credits Humanities only. This course provides the knowledge base to understand the visual arts, especially as related to Western culture. It surveys the visual arts from the Renaissance through the Modern periods.

96 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Art ART 158 Advanced Handbuilding ART 221 Drawing III ART 255 Color Photography 1 Credit 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: Permission of instructor This course provides further exploration of This course covers the fundamentals of color This course is a comprehensive study of expressive drawing techniques and style. photography such as color theory and light, handbuilding. Basic handbuilding techniques production, processing and printing of color ART 222 Drawing IV negatives. such as slab, coil and pinch; learning 3 Credits advanced handbuilding techniques; working ART 261 Second Year Pottery I on a large scale and combining techniques This course covers advanced drawing prob- 3 Credits lems with emphasis on individual style, and including the wheel are covered. There Prerequisites: ART 162 or permission of are discussions of technical and esthetics con- subject and content. instructor cerns. Offered at the Arvada Center for the Arts ART 224 Sculpture I and Humanities only. Intermediate wheelwork with advanced 3 Credits throwing problems is covered in this course ART 160 Fundamentals of Ceramics I This course introduces the fundamentals of and there is continuing involvement in glaz- 3 Credits sculpture such as modeling, casting, carving ing and firing techniques. This is an art methods course concerned and assemblage processes. ART 262 Second Year Pottery II with developing the student’s ability to pro- ART 225 Sculpture II 3 Credits duce and appreciate ceramic art objects 3 Credits Prerequisites: ART 261 or permission of including utilitarian pottery, decorative ves- instructor sels and sculpture. The fundamental topics This course provides a development of the This course is a continuation of ART 261. covered are wheel throwing and handbuild- understanding and manipulation of three- This course covers more advanced throwing ing techniques, the physical and chemical dimensional form, with greater problems in one of three areas: (1) table- properties of clay and glazes, surface decora- concentration on individual creativity and style. ware, (2) other functional forms and (3) art tion techniques and firing techniques. forms. ART 162 Fundamentals of Ceramics II ART 228 Printmaking I 3 Credits ART 263 Ceramic Design 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: ART 160 This course introduces the basic techniques and Prerequisites: One semester of handbuilding skills of printmaking as fine art media. This is an art methods course concerned and/or throwing with the continued development of the stu- Instruction includes an understanding of the This course covers design and the decoration of dents ability to produce and appreciate visual concepts as they relate to print. pottery forms. You may work in one or more ceramic art objects including utilitarian pot- ART 231 Watercolor I areas of throwing, extruding, handbuilding, tery, decorative vessels, and sculpture. In 3 Credits casting or any combination of forming tech- this course the basic skills of wheel throwing, This course introduces the basic techniques niques in clay. This course includes various handbuilding, clay and glaze science, decora- and unique aspects of materials involved with glazing, firing and fabricating processes tive techniques, and firing processes will be using transparent and/or opaque water that aid or result in pottery decoration. further developed. media. ART 265 Handbuilt Clay III ART 211 Painting I 3 Credits 3 Credits ART 232 Watercolor II 3 Credits This course covers advanced problems that This course covers color composition, mate- are investigated with emphasis placed on large- This course provides advanced study of sub- rials and techniques of studio painting. scale pieces that promote creativity with ject development, form, color and theme. techniques and combinations of different ART 212 Painting II textures. 3 Credits ART 233 Watercolor III 3 Credits ART 266 Intermediate Wheel Throwing This course emphasizes experimentation This course provides continuing study of 1 Credit with materials, composition and color. watercolor techniques with an emphasis on This course is an introduction and compre- ART 213 Painting III original compositions and experimentation hensive study of wheel-thrown work and 3 Credits with materials. starts with using the wheel as a tool. This This course provides continuing investiga- ART 234 Watercolor IV course covers finishing the work, glazing and tion of subject, color composition and 3 Credits firing. There are discussions of technical and individual forms of expression. esthetics concerns. These discussions include This course provides advanced study of construction techniques, design problems, ART 214 Painting IV techniques, individual style or expression and glazing, decoration technique and firing. 3 Credits consistency of compositional problem- solv- Glazing includes slips, englobe and terra sig- illata. Firing techniques concentrate on high This course provides advanced work with ing. fire and salt. Along with direct experience, theme development, sophisticated color rela- this course also includes keeping a sketch- tionships, experimentation in conceptual forms book, visiting studios or museums and and consistent progression of subject matter. learning a new clay vocabulary.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 97 Art ART 270 Figure Drawing I AUTO COLLISION ACT 174 Paint Mixing, Matching and 3 Credits Applying TECHNOLOGY 5 Credits This course is an introduction to the basic techniques of drawing the human figure. This course covers types/colors of paint on ACT 120 GMAW (MIG) Welding vehicles, correctly mixing materials to manu- ART 271 Figure Drawing II 3 Credits facturers’ recommendations, selecting spray 3 Credits This course develops the skills needed to equipment, adjusting air pressure and spray- This course provides a continuing study of analyze factors such as welding current, volt- ing technique. The instructor assigns either the various methods of drawing the human age, gun angle, shielding gases, wire speed practice panels, shop vehicles or customer figure, with emphasis on the description of and their affects on MIG welding. Students vehicles to be refinished with various types form and individual style. produce several Mig welding plates that meet of repair systems. ART 280 Metalsmithing and Jewelry or exceed industry standards. ACT 178 Finish Defects, Causes and 3 Credits ACT 140 Non-Structural Parts Repair Cures 3 Credits This course is designed as an introduction to (Outer Body Panel Replacement/ Adjustment Repair) the design and construction of jewelry. This course enables students to identify fin- 3 Credits Safety and proper shop techniques are also ish defects, determine the cause and correct covered. This course explores how to remove and the condition. replace non-structural parts of an automobile. ART 281 Metalsmithing and Jewelry II ACT 180 Plastics and Fiber Glass 3 Credits ACT 160 Structural Analysis Repair/Adhesives 3 Credits 3 Credits This course uses advance design techniques in jewelry construction. It also introduces stu- This course develops students skills needed This course studies plastic automobile parts, dents to new tools and studio techniques. to identify and diagnose various types of resin/fiber glass parts and SAC fiber glass body damage, including twist, mash, sag and parts. Students make resin/fiber glass parts ART 290 Special Topics: Raku and molds and perform adhesive repairs of Variable Credits side sway, and explains how the datum plane and center line concepts relate to body all types of plastics. This course is an introduction and compre- repair. ACT 184 Plastic Parts Repair/Welding hensive study of Raku fired ceramics. ACT 164 Unibody Measurement 3 Credits Building techniques, including slab, pinch and 3 Credits coil are introduced as well as using the wheel This course studies thermoplastic automotive as a tool. Learning to finish the work, glazing This course enables students to measure a parts and appropriate welding techniques. This and firing are also covered. The technical and damaged unibody vehicle using a universal course also explores plastic parts retexturing aesthetic aspects of ceramics are discussed. measuring system and interpret body dimen- and refinishing of repaired parts. Discussions include construction techniques, sion information and key location reference ACT 190 Automotive Damage design problems and decoration techniques. points. The use of a dedicated (fixture) sys- Estimating This course also explores slips, englobe and tem, tape measure, tram bar and a 3 Credits raku glazes. You are required to keep sketch self-centering gauge are also utilized. books, attend studio or museum visits and This course explores the purposes of the ACT 168 Anchoring, Pulling and learn new clay vocabulary. estimate sheet, the use of professional Stress Relieving guides and manuals and the procedures of 3 Credits producing completed estimates of damaged Prerequisites: ACT 120, 160 and 164 automobiles. This course also utilizes com- ASTRONOMY puterized applications to generate This course enables students to identify and professional estimate sheets. AST 101 Astronomy I set-up various types of straightening equip- 4 Credits ment and explains how they are used. This course also plans and executes a pulling This course studies the history of astronomy, sequence using a multiple-pull approach and the tools of the astronomer and the contents of performs basic stress relieving techniques. the solar system: planets, moons, asteroids, meteoroids and comets. This course also ACT 170 Surface Preparation includes laboratory experience. 5 Credits AST 102 Astronomy II This course inspects and identifies types of 4 Credits finishes and surface conditions. This course also covers terminology including: materials, This course studies the structure and life finishes, surfaces preparation, masking and cycle of the sun, stars, galaxies and the uni- application of under coats. In addition, this verse as a whole, including cosmology and course prepares students in the usage of relativity. This course also includes laboratory power sanding equipment and existing paint experience. films for refinishing.

98 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Automotive Tech AUTOMOTIVE AUM 106 Alignment I AUM 110 Manual Drive Train II 3 Credits 6 Credits TECHNOLOGY Prerequisite: AUM 101 Prerequisite: AUM 109 (In cooperation with and held at the This course introduces you to the principles of This course studies the theory and operation of Warren Center) wheel alignment, tire and wheel service and manual transmissions, transfer cases and dif- wheel balancing. ferentials. Emphasis on diagnosis, removal and repair of clutches, transmissions, differen- AUM 101 Basic Mechanics/Safety Required adjustments, theory and necessary tials and transfer cases are emphasized. 1 Credit repairs are included. Knowledge and skill Special tools, tool usage and lifting equip- improvements are measured by manipulative This course introduces to you the Automotive ment are also covered. Knowledge and skill and written assessments. Technology program held at the Warren Tech improvements are measured by manipulative Auto Shop. It covers orientation, grading sys- AUM 107 Alignment II and written assessments. tems and shop safety. It is a required course 1 Credit if you are new to the Automotive Technology AUM 114 Automatic Transmission I program and is a prerequisite for any of the Prerequisite: AUM 106 3 Credits other courses within the program. This course enables you to use 4-wheel Prerequisite: AUM 101 alignment equipment, make necessary AUM 102 Brakes I This course covers the theory of operation, ter- repairs and adjustments to a vehicle and 2 Credits minology, diagnosis and testing of automatic restore it to factory alignment specifications. transmissions. On car repairs, pressure test- Prerequisite: AUM 101 Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- ing and servicing are covered as well. sured by manipulative and written This course covers basic terminology, the- Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- assessments. ory of operation and service of drum and sured by manipulative and written disc brakes, including lathe operation. AUM 108 Heating and A/C II assessments. Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- 7 Credits sured by manipulative and written AUM 115 Automatic Transmission II assessments. Prerequisites: AUM 101 & 128 4 Credits AUM 103 Brakes II This course studies the theory of operation Prerequisite: AUM 114 and defines related terms. It identifies vari- 3 Credits This course is intended to train you in the ous components and matches them to their techniques used in the rebuilding of auto- Prerequisite: AUM 102 function and identifies special tools and matic transmissions. Use of service manuals is equipment. You will be able to recover refriger- This course covers complete trouble-shoot- stressed in returning transmissions to service- ant, repair, evacuate, recharge and leak check ing and service of automotive braking able condition. Knowledge and skill an automotive air conditioning system. systems, including drum and disc brakes, improvements are measured by manipulative Completion of the federally required certifi- complete overhaul and ABS systems. and written assessments. Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- cation test is covered as well. Knowledge and sured by manipulative and written skill improvements are measured by manipu- AUM 118 Tune-Up I assessments. lative and written assessments. 3 Credits AUM 104 Suspension I AUM 109 Manual Drive Train I Prerequisite: AUM 101 3 Credits 2 Credits This course identifies the components, their Prerequisite: AUM 101 Prerequisite: AUM 101 operation and terminology related to automotive engine tune-up. Theory of 4-stroke This course covers the theory and operation of This course covers the theory and operation of engines, principles of magnetism, spark tim- drive shafts, CV joints, clutches and manual the various automotive suspension systems. ing and related tools and test equipment are transmission servicing. You will diagnose, Identification, terminology and simple covered. You will use test equipment to make remove, repair drive shafts and FWD drive repairs are studied. Skills are evidenced by adjustments and return engine settings to axles. Terminology of associated parts, clutch practical application and unit tests. manufacturer specifications. Knowledge and servicing (on car) and basic services (on car) Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- skill improvements are measured by manip- are also studied. Knowledge and skill sured by manipulative and written ulative and written assessments. assessments. improvements are measured by manipulative and written assessments. AUM 105 Suspension II 3 Credits Prerequisite: AUM 104 This course trains you to diagnose suspension problems, make repairs and use special tools related to suspension work. Knowledge and skill improvements are measured by manipulative and written assessments.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 99 Automotive Tech AUM 119 Tune-Up II AUM 126 Fuel Injection AVIATION 3 Credits 1 Credit TECHNOLOGY Prerequisite: AUM 118 Prerequisite: AUM 125

This course is a continuation of Tune-Up I. You This course covers the theory, terminology AVI 101 Introduction to Aviation will learn terminology, operation and repair and operation of various fuel injection sys- 3 Credits of electronic ignition systems. Use of test tems. GM port fuel injection, and Bosch equipment, oscilloscopes, hand-held scan- systems are covered. You will diagnose and This course presents a general study of the ners and other special tools are taught. test fuel injection systems. Knowledge and aviation field which includes theory of flight, Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- skill improvements are measured by manipu- growth and development of aviation sured by manipulative and written lative and written assessments. through gliders and balloon flights to the assessments. modern jets and space age, aviation in AUM 127 Basic Electrical I today’s economy and aviation careers. AUM 120 Emissions 6 Credits 2 Credits AVI 102 Private Pilot Ground School Prerequisite: AUM 101 3 Credits Prerequisites: AUM 119 & 126 This course gives you a basic understanding of This course provides the necessary This course is intended to train you in the automotive electrical systems. Utilizing wiring aeronautical knowledge to meet the theory, diagnosis and repair of emission con- diagrams, meter use, electrical theory and prerequisites specified for the FAA Private trol systems. Knowledge of ignition and fuel removal and replacement of electrical com- Pilot Written Examination. This course systems is important prior to undertaking this ponents are covered. Testing of starting and includes basic aerodynamics, airplane sys- course. You will learn the interaction of differ- charging systems are emphasized. tems, air traffic control and communications, ent system failures that cause high tailpipe Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- weights and balance, meteorology, flight com- emissions. You will diagnose emissions fail- sured by manipulative and written puter and plotter, charts, FAA regulations, ures and repair them. Use and calibration of assessments. basic navigation, radio navigation the 4-gas emission analyzer and IM240 test- AUM 131 Basic Engines I and physiology of flight. ing is covered. Knowledge and skill 3 Credits improvements are measured by manipulative AVI 103 Instrument Ground School and written assessments. Prerequisite: AUM 101 3 Credits AUM 123 Fuel Systems I This course gives you an introduction to the Prerequisites: AVI 102 or permission of 2 Credits various engine designs, operating principles instructor and testing procedures. You will learn related Prerequisite: AUM 101 This course provides you with the necessary terminology, perform diagnostic testing on aeronautical knowledge to meet the This course gives you a basic knowledge in engine condition and prepare to remove, dis- prerequisites specified for the FAA Instrument the theory, purpose and operation of fuel assemble and rebuild an engine. Knowledge Pilot Written Examination. This course includes delivery systems. Carburetor circuitry, fuel and skill improvements are measured by instruments and systems, ILS and Radar and basic testing procedures are covered as well. manipulative and written assessments. Services, IFR pilot’s privileges and limita- Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- AUM 132 Engine Overhaul II tions, weather hazards, weather services, sured by manipulative and written 5 Credits general operating rules and procedures, assessments. National Airspace Systems, emergency IFR Prerequisite: AUM 131 AUM 125 Fuel Systems II operations and IFR clearances. 1 Credit This course gives you advanced knowledge in AVI 104 Commercial Ground School the procedures used to disassemble, mea- Prerequisite: AUM 123 3 Credits sure, diagnose and reassemble an This course gives you practical knowledge in automotive engine. This is done on engines Prerequisites: AVI 102 or permission of diagnosis, disassembly and repair of carbure- that belong to the school/college. Various instructor tors. Knowledge and skill improve-ments are cleaning procedures are covered. This course provides you with the necessary measured by manipulative and written Measurement and proper disassembly and aeronautical knowledge to meet the prerequi- assessments. reassemble procedures are stressed. sites specified for the FAA Commercial Pilot Knowledge and skill improvements are mea- Written Examination. This course includes sured by manipulative and written commercial applications of weight and balance assessments. loading, use of performance charts, complex airplane systems, general operating rules and procedures for operation in national airspace and provisions of FBAR part 135 governing air taxi operations and general considerations for pilot professionalism.

100 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Biology AVI 106 Meteorology BIOLOGY BIO 205 Microbiology 3 Credits 4 Credits BIO 105 Science of Biology This course is an in depth study of basic 4 Credits Prerequisite: BIO 111 or 201 or weather phenomenon. This course includes permission of the instructor This course is designed for non-science stu- interpretation and recognition of weather Corequisite: Laboratory systems, their causes and effects, use of dents. You examine the basis of biology in the weather charts and forecasts and weather modern world and survey the current knowl- This course is a survey of the biology of services which support aviation. edge and conceptual framework of the microorganisms. Major topics include micro- discipline. Biology as a science is explored bial diversity, functional anatomy, AVI 111 Private Flight as is the impact of biological science on soci- biochemistry, genetics, ecology and disease. 3 Credits ety. This course includes a lab. The laboratory experience offers students This course requires you to obtain flight BIO 111 General College Biology I the opportunity to examine, culture, and instruction from an approved 141 flight 5 Credits identify microbes and to conduct experiments on school. An FAA Private Pilot Certificate must microorganisms. This course examines the fundamental mole- be obtained to receive credit for this course. cular, cellular and genetic principles BIO 211 Cellular Biology You are responsible for presenting evidence characterizing plants and animals. Cell struc- 4 Credits of certification. Red Rocks Community ture, function and the metabolic processes of Prerequisite: BIO 111 or permission of College does not provide flight training but respiration and photosynthesis are included as instructor provides a list of approved 141 flight well as cell reproduction and basic concepts schools. of heredity. This course includes a lab. This course introduces the major topics and AVI 112 Instrument Flight BIO 112 General College Biology II techniques of modern cell biology. Lecture 3 Credits 5 Credits topics include chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids; structure and Prerequisite: BIO 111 Prerequisite: AVI 102, 111 or permission of function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; instructor This course is a continuation of BIO 111 and protein synthesis; biochemistry of cellular res- This course requires you to obtain flight topics include evolution, classification, structure piration; enzymes; cell motility; and cell cycle. instruction from an approved 141 flight and function in plants and animals and ecology. The laboratory emphasizes microscopy, cell school. An FAA Instrument rating must be This course includes a lab. fractionation, cytochemistry, immunochem- obtained to receive credit for this course. BIO 201 Human Anatomy and istry and gel electophoresis. The scienctific You are responsible for presenting evidence Physiology I method is emphasized as the approach to of certification. Red Rocks Community 4 Credits problem solving, data collection and analysis. College does not provide flight training but Prerequisite: Recent coursework in (Fall only) provides a list of approved 141 flight Biology or Chemistry recommended BIO 212 Molecular Biology schools. This course is an integrated study of the 4 Credits AVI 113 Commercial Flight human body in which the histology, anatomy Prerequisites: BIO 111, 211 or 3 Credits and physiology of each system is covered. permission of instructor The first part of this two semester course Prerequisite: AVI 104 or permission of includes molecular, cellular and tissue levels This course introduces the theory and tech- instructor of organization; followed by integumentary, niques of modern molecular biology. Lecture This course requires you to obtain flight skeletal, muscular and nervous systems and topics include DNA/RNA structure and func- instruction from an approved 141 flight senses. A mandatory laboratory component tion; DNA replication; gene expression and school. An FAA Commercial certificate must of this course includes microscope work, regulation; and recombinant DNA technology. be obtained to receive credit for this course. observations and dissection. Both eukaryotic and prokaryotic models are used. The laboratory emphasizes bacteriology, You are responsible for presenting evidence BIO 203 Human Anatomy and of certification. Red Rocks Community Physiology II isolation and purification of DNA, cloning College does not provide flight training but 4 Credits with phage and plasmid vectors, restriction enzyme digests and agarose gel elec- provides a list of approved 141 flight Prerequisite: BIO 201 schools. trophoresis. The scientific method is This course is an integrated study of the emphasized as the approach to problem human body in which the histology, anatomy solving, data collection and analysis. (Spring and physiology of each system is covered. only) The second part of this two- semester course includes study of the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular with hematology, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary with fluid and electrolyte balance, and reproductive. A mandatory laboratory component of this course includes microscope work, observations and dissection.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 101 Biology BIO 225 General Zoology BRICKLAYING BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business 4 Credits 5 Credits This course explores the government regu- Prerequisite: BIO 105, 111 or permission of BRI 120 Bricklaying for Construction lation of business. The course discusses the instructor Trades 3 Credits origins, development and sources of law. The Corequisite: Laboratory legal system (legislature, courts, administra- This course presents an orientation into the tive agencies, etc.) is described, emphasizing This course introduces a variety of zoological top- field of bricklaying. It also covers the general the areas relating to the regulation of busi- ics using a comparative approach to principles, initial techniques and skill devel- ness. This course corresponds to public law investigate animal structure, physiology, opment for bricklaying and how bricklaying affecting business, not traditional private law. reproduction, development, ecology, evo- relates to the various trades are presented. This law concerns matters with which a business lution, and zoogeography, A survey of manager must deal including government, zoological diversity emphasizes the charac- BRI 126 Solar Walls and Fireplaces stockholders, competitors, employees and teristics, zoological contributions and 3 Credits the public. This course also discusses con- classification of animal phyla and major Prerequisite: BRI 120 tract law. classes. This course may require some hiking. This course teaches trompe wall and solid BUS 217 Business Communications masonry construction and also Russian fire- and Report Writing BIO 226 Botany place construction that includes basic and 3 Credits 5 Credits special types with emphasis on heatilators and heat exchangers. Prerequisite: A minimum of 3 credit hours of Prerequisite: BIO 111, 112 or permission of a 100 level English course or equivalent. instructor BRI 211 Fireplace Technology for Solar This course emphasizes effective business This course studies both vascular and nonva- 10 Credits writing including letters, memoranda, reports, scular plants. It emphasizes photosynthetic application letters and resumes. The fundamen- pathways, form and function, reproduction, This course covers fireplace codes and con- tals of business communication and international physiology, genetics, diversity, evolution and struction of new energy fireplaces. communication is introduced. ecology. This course also involves laboratory and field experiences. This course may BUS 218 Commercial Law 4 Credits require some hiking. BUSINESS BIO 227 Ecology This course explores the legal system and 4 Credits how it applies to business and the consumer. It BUS 110 Mathematics of Business/ includes an in-depth study of the UCC Prerequisite: BIO 111, 112 or permission of Personal Finance (Uniform Commercial Code) as it applies to instructor 3 Credits the sale of goods, secured transactions and This course is a study of the interdependence Prerequisite: Minimum of high school alge- commercial paper. The fundamental con- between organisms and their environments. bra or equivalent cepts of real property and the law of Topics covered are composition and func- bankruptcy are also covered. This course emphasizes the development tion of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, and understanding of concepts regarding BUS 221 Business Law I population biology, pollution and the effects various business applications. You learn 3 Credits of man on ecosystems. This course includes mathematical problem solving in the areas of laboratory and field experiences. This course introduces business law includ- merchandising, financial accounting, general ing, but not restricted to, such topics as BIO 228 Field Biology business and personal finance. foundations of the legal system, contracts, sales 2-3 Credits BUS 115 Introduction to Business (UCC), agency and property (real and per- Prerequisite: BIO 111, 112 or permission of 3 Credits sonal). instructor This course is a survey of the operation of BUS 226 Business Statistics Corequisite: GEY 208 the American business system including the 3 Credits fundamentals of the economy, careers and This course involves in-depth field studies of Prerequisite: MAT 105 or permission of opportunities, marketing, management, produc- natural environments within and outside of instructor tion, governmental regulations, tools of Colorado. The course varies from 7-10 days business and social responsibilities. This course is intended for business majors in length. It involves identification of plant and covers statistical study, descriptive statis- and animal organisms as well as an examina- tics, probability and the binomial distribution, tion of ecological concepts and principles. index numbers, time series, decision theory, This course involves extensive hiking. confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, testing of two-sample means, chi-square and ANOVA, linear regression and correlation.

102 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Business Technology BUSINESS BTE 108 Ten-Key by Touch BTE 142 Medical Transcription (PC 10-Key Pad) 2 Credits TECHNOLOGY 1 Credit Corequisite: Computer Lab Prerequisite: HEO 100 and CIS 125 or equivalent BTE 100 Touch Keyboarding This course introduces touch control of a 2 Credits ten-key pad. This course emphasizes the Corequisite: Computer Lab Corequisite: Computer Lab development of speed and accuracy using This course provides instruction in the use of proper techniques. This course is an introduction to touch key- transcription equipment and the transcribing of boarding as well as basic operations and BTE 115 Data Entry I medical reports, operative reports, dis- functions of PC equipment. This course 3 Credits charge summaries, x-ray reports, etc. that are emphasizes learning the alphanumeric key- Prerequisites: Keyboarding skills; CIS 118 used in a hospital or clinic setting. board, proper technique, and speed and Corequisite: Computer Lab control. This course is designed for those who BTE 161 Filing and Records This course is designed to develop data- have minimal or no keyboarding skills. Management entry skills on the PC using computer 2 Credits BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications software. This course also reviews DOS and 3 Credits Windows commands. This course provides instruction in alpha- betic, numeric, subject, chronologic and Prerequisite: Minimum typing speed of 30 BTE 125 Procedures for Workplace 2000 geographic systems of filing. This course also wpm 3 Credits covers principles, organization and proce- Pre-corequisite: BTE 100 Corequisite: Computer Lab dures for records management. This course focuses on the knowledge and This course is designed for those with key- skills necessary for successful employment BTE 162 Electronic Filing I boarding skills. Letters, tables, memos and in the business field. Topics include commu- 3 Credits reports are introduced. Production and for- nication skills, human relations, business matting of documents using PCs are Prerequisites: CIS 118 and BTE 100 or ethics and professional growth. stressed. Speed and accuracy are also equivalent emphasized. BTE 135 Office Correspondence Corequisite: Computer Lab 3 Credits BTE 103 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I 3 Credits Prerequisite: BTE 100 or equivalent This course provides exercises and application problems that review and enhance the This course teaches language arts through Prerequisite: Minimum typing speed of 20 fundamental concepts of database manag- wpm the use of written communications. Emphasis is on grammar, spelling, formatting, proof-reading ment tasks. You design and create a database, Corequisite: Computer Lab and editing of business documents. edit data, organize data in various ways, search This course is designed to increase speed Assignments in verbal communications for the for particular data, and design custom data- and improve accuracy in keyboarding on the office such as listening and self-expression. entry reports and labels. PC through the use of proper techniques and BTE 140 Medical Office I BTE 206 Coding/Health Insurance concentrated effort. 4 Credits Methods and Claims BTE 104 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II This course is designed specifically for the 4 Credits 3 Credits medical office. It introduces you to career Prerequisite: HEO 100 or HEO 104 Prerequisite: BTE 103 opportunities and professional growth in the medical office. This course includes recep- This course is designed to instruct you in Corequisite: Computer Lab tion and telephone management, understanding general types of health insur- This is a skill-building course designed to appointment coordination, medical law and ance plans on the market, methods of increase speed and improve accuracy in key- ethics, patient record management and payment, common insurance terms, benefits boarding on the PC through the use of patient communication. and limitations of government sponsored proper techniques and concentrated effort. BTE 141 Medical Office II and mandated insurance plans. ICD-9, CPT- 4 and HCPC coding is discussed as well as BTE 106 Ten-Key Keyboarding 4 Credits 1 Credit Prerequisite: BTE 140 or equivalent filing claims with carriers for reimbursement. Pre-corequisite: BTE 102 or equivalent This course provides speed and accuracy drills by touch using proper techniques on This course is designed specifically for the the ten-key calculator and includes the four medical office and includes pegboard functions of addition, subtraction, multiplica- accounting, payroll and banking procedures as tion and division. well as credit and collections. A review of basic mathematics accompanies the accounting unit. It also includes a review of office correspondence as it pertains to the medical office.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 103 Business Technology BTE 208 Legal Terminology CARPENTRY CAR 114 Formwork Lab 3 Credits (Also see Fine Woodworking) 1-8 Credits Corequisite: BTE 209 Most courses have no prerequisites and Prerequisites: CAR 108 and permission of prior experience is not required. instructor This course studies characteristic terms used in the legal profession, including spelling, CAR 107 Site Preparation This course covers construction of a great variety of form types; floating forms, edge pronouncing and interpreting how legal 1-4 Credits forms on grade, wall forms, on grade curb terms relate to the various fundamentals of This course covers site characteristics forms, vertical piers and columns, horizontal the legal system. It introduces the structure of including governmental and utilities regula- beam forms, above grade slabs systems, fire- the court system, judicial documentation, tion, plot plans, leveling tools, site selection, proof encasement forms, stair forms, bridge legal ethics and standard procedures fol- preparation and layout. deck forms and specialty forms. lowed in legal offices. CAR 108 Foundation Systems CAR 150 Construction Materials 1-4 Credits 5 Credits BTE 209 Legal Research This course explores the different types of This course examines the qualities, uses and 3 Credits foundations utilized in construction, perime- characteristics of wood, building materials, Corequisite: BTE 208 ter drainage, estimating materials, steel lumber grading and defects of hard and soft reinforcement, precast construction and woods, estimating ordering, pricing, fasten- This course is designed to provide the knowl- forming techniques. ers, adhesives, manufactured wood products, edge necessary to locate and interpret CAR 109 Floor Framing steels, vinyls and aluminum and their applications information including statutes and ordinances 1-4 Credits in construction process. within federal, state and local legal publica- This course presents types of wood framing, CAR 152 Tools: Hand and Power, tions, through the use of law libraries and Portable and Stationary other sources of legal material. Emphasis is structural spans and loading, girders and beams, sills, estimation, subflooring, joist 4 Credits placed on disseminating legal research connections, openings and special framing sit- This course covers the safe use and care of through oral and written communication, uations. hand and power, portable and stationary tools. incorporating legal terminology and style, Through tool utilization skills are developed grammar, proofreading and editing. CAR 110 Wall Framing 1-4 Credits to pass competency and safety tests for each tool. This course teaches exterior wall layout, BTE 220 Machine Transcription CAR 200 Exterior Trim 3 Credits assembly, erection, bracing, estimation, sheathing and partition construction. 1-4 Credits Prerequisites: BTE 102 and 135 or equiva- CAR 111 Roof Framing This course teaches cornice and rake con- lent 1-4 Credits struction, corner, window and door trim, installation of soffit, frieze, fascia and similar Corequisite: Computer Lab This course covers roof styles, terminology, trim items and includes estimation This course provides instruction in the use of rafters, trusses, roof sheating, ceiling joists, and proper selection. layout and estimation and construction. transcribing equipment and established for- CAR 201 Commercial Roofing Project matting procedures in the production of CAR 112 Stair Framing 1-8 Credits mailable business documents. A review of 1-4 Credits Prerequisite: Permission of instructor English grammar, punctuation, capitalization, This course covers stair design, estimation, lay- abbreviation, numbers and spelling is pro- out and construction for a variety of different This course teaches the different varieties of vided. stair types. commercial roofing products, their installation, estimation and maintenance. CAR 113 Framing Labs BTE 297 Cooperative 1-8 Credits CAR 202 Exterior Finishes Lab Education/Internship 1-8 Credits Prerequisites: CAR 109, 110, 111 or 112 and 3 Credits permission of instructor Prerequisites: CAR 200, 205, 206 or 207 Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and permission of instructor This course covers construction of a variety of This course teaches the selection, This course allows students to gain work different structural frameworks of various com- construction and estimation of a variety of experience from on-the-job training. plexities. Timber frames, domes, A-frame and log structures may be explained as well as spe- exterior finishes on all portions of a building cific framing problems such as different exterior, including some unique Colorado fin- building shapes and unusual construction ishes. Renovation, remodeling and energy variations. rehab may be explored.

104 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Carpentry CAR 203 Finishes and Refinishing CAR 213 Furniture Making CAR 221 Building Maintenance 1-4 Credits 1-4 Credits 1-4 Credits This course examines finishes on buildings This course teaches furniture design, con- This course examines the maintenance of (interior and exterior) and new and struction techniques, material selection, homes, apartments and commercial build- renovated furnishings. joinery, bending, laminating, veneerwork and ings—from the handyman to building casework details. superintendent, from fences and roofing CAR 205 Exterior Doors and repairs to plumbing and heating mainte- Windows CAR 215 Cabinet Installation, nance. This course enablesyou to be aware 1-4 Credits Countertops and Built-Ins 1-4 Credits of what to expect in keeping buildings This course covers types of doors, operating operating. and fixed windows, skylights, glazing meth- This course covers the selection and installa- ods, installation, estimation and construction. tion of factory built cabinets, countertops, CAR 223 Owner-Built Homes and Owner Contracting This course also includes discussion of chim- built-ins and terminology, types, design, esti- 1-5 Credits neys, fireplaces and wood stoves. mation and construction. This course explores the areas of the own- CAR 206 Exterior Wall Coverings CAR 216 Drywall Construction ers/builders making a home for themselves 1-4 Credits 1-4 Credits from inception to certificate of occupancy, This course covers all manner of materials This course covers the use of gypsum wall owner-built or the owner as a builder and utilized as exterior vertical finishes and their board and the techniques of concealing selecting contractors to perform the actual con- installation and estimating including thermal joints and fasteners, construction methods, struction. The problems and common pitfalls and sound insulation, vapor and fire barriers, estimation and a variety of texture finishes. of the owner-built home are also examined. siding types and methodologies. CAR 217 Advanced Cabinetmaking CAR 224 Contracting and the CAR 207 Roof Coverings 1-8 Credits Construction Business 1-4 Credits 1-5 Credits This course expands skills taught in CAR This course covers application techniques 209. It includes a review of the types of This course is for those of you entering and estimation of asphalt and wood roofing joints, gluing and hardware used in cabinets. It and/or those already in the construction products and accessories including gutters and also familiarizes you with various types/ industry and desire to know what it entails. flashing. designs of cabinets used in residential/ com- Job costing, overhead, insurance, when to mercial construction. Construction of subcontract, maintaining your own crews, cost CAR 208 Interior Finishes shop-built cabinets including a variety of estimation, bidding, contracts and liability 1-4 Credits door styles and the proper use of power are examined. This course covers interior trim materials tools for creating various designs. The uses CAR 225 Building Codes, Permits, including baseboard, casing, paneling, inte- and application of plastic laminates are Inspection, Compliance and rior doors and shelving. This course also explored and you learn the proper installa- Variances discusses drywall hanging, finishing and tex- tion of shop-built cabinets. 1-5 Credits turing, ceiling tile, suspended ceilings, plastering, CAR 218 Commercial and Tenant finish flooring, hardware, railings, door hanging This course covers the governmental regu- Finishes and estimation. lations concerning building and the process 1-4 Credits through which these regulations are CAR 209 Cabinetmaking This course deals with dropped ceilings, steel enforced including whom to talk to, what to 1-4 Credits stud partitions, estimating, scheduling and the do, when to do the inspection process, how This course covers cabinet types, kitchen interrelations of the mechanical trades asso- to obtain a building permit and the process and cabinet design, layout, construction, ciated in most commercial, retail and other of securing a variance. hardware installation, materials, power tool leased spaces. CAR 226 Contractor Licensing use, accessories and estimation. CAR 220 Remodeling, Renovation 1-5 Credits and Additions CAR 211 Shop Carpentry This course prepares you to take the 1-4 Credits 1-8 Credits contractor’s license exam in their munici- Prerequisite: Permission of instructor This course covers conversions of attic and pality. basement spaces to usable living spaces and CAR 227 Construction Coordination This course is for the non-site, shop additions or renovation to existing structures, 1-5 Credits carpenter and includes jig and patternmaking; sta- including kitchens and baths. Materials tionary power tool maintenance and scheduling, estimation and construction meth- This course covers the non-trade aspects of adjustment; machining of woods; and tech- ods are investigated. a construction project. Time, cost and labor niques unique to shops, cabinetmakers and management as well as construction tech- millworkers. niques are included.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 105 Carpentry CAR 228 Cost Estimation CHEMISTRY CHE 112 General College Chemistry II 1-5 Credits 5 Credits Prerequisite: CHE 111 This course examines each type of estimating and CHE 101 Introduction to Chemistry I provides an opportunity to enhance and uti- 5 Credits This course studies of thermodynamics, lize these methods. Ball parking, unit costing, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid- stick counts and computerized estimating Prerequisite: Algebra or permission of tools are also explored. instructor base equilibrium, ionic equilibrium, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry and This course is for non-science majors, those CAR 229 Contractors’ and Builders’ organic chemistry. It also includes the prob- Seminar in occupational and health programs or those lem solving skills and descriptive contents 1-4 Credits lacking any chemistry background. It includes measurements, atomic theory, chemical for these topics. Organic chemistry may be This course reviews current techniques, bondings, nomenclature, stoichiome- included if time permits. The lab experiments materials and problems experienced by try, solutions, acid and base, gas laws and demonstrate both the qualitative and quantita- those working as competitors. condensed states. Laboratory experiments tive analytical techniques. CAR 230 Construction Techniques for demonstrate the above concepts More Effective Building qualitatively and quantitatively. CHE 211 Organic Chemistry I 1-4 Credits CHE 102 Introduction to Chemistry II 5 Credits This course explores the new materials and 5 Credits Prerequisite: CHE 112 techniques that allow for more effective use of Prerequisite: CHE 101 or permission of space, energy and materials. From founda- This course covers structure and reactions of instructor tions through finishes there are a wide aliphatic hydrocarbons and selected func- assortment of innovations available to the This course includes hybridization of atomic tional group families. Nomenclature of home owner, builder and remodeler that ben- orbitals for carbon; nomenclature of organic organic compounds, stereochemistry, reac- efit any building project. compounds; properties of different tion mechanisms are also covered. functional groups; nomenclature of various CAR 231 Highway and Bridge Laboratory demonstrates the above biologically important compounds, their proper- Construction concepts and techniques. 1-4 Credits ties and their biological pathways. Laboratory experiments demonstrate the This course concerns highway construction, ter- above concepts qualitatively and quan- CHE 212 Organic Chemistry II minology, methods and standard practice. titatively. 5 Credits Heavy construction estimation procedures, Prerequisite: CHE 211 scheduling organization and equipment are CHE 111 General College Chemistry I 5 Credits examined. This course covers structure, reactions and Prerequisite: One year of high school chem- CAR 232 Carpentry Lab reaction mechanisms of aromatic com- 1-8 Credits istry or equivalent pounds and continuation of functional group families from CHE 211. The chemistry of hete- Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Corequisite: MAT 121 or permission of instructor rocycles and biologically related compounds This course allows you to specialize in a cho- is introduced if time permits. Laboratory sen area of study requiring a written This course is for science and engineering majors. It includes the study of measure- demonstrates the above concepts and labora- proposal, plans and specifications with a par- tory techniques. ticular construction project as an outcome. ments, atomic theory, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, gases, condensed states, CAR 233 Technical Project for a solutions and thermochemistry. It also Specialty Trade includes the problem solving skills and 1-8 Credits descriptive contents for these topics. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Laboratory techniques used in the experiments demonstrate the above concepts as This course requires you to make a written well as the qualitative and quantitative analyti- proposal to explore an area of construction cal techniques involved in chemistry. through research and a project. An example of a topic might be finish flooring with projects that resulted in installing ceramic tile, several types of carpet, sheet goods and wood strip and parquet floorings. Upholstery, plaster covering, log cabin construction, round windows, wood carving might all be appropriate projects.

106 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Computer Information Systems COMMERCIAL COMPUTER CIS 115 Introduction to Computers 4 Credits FOOD SERVICE INFORMATION Corequisites: Computer Lab; CIS 116 is MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS recommended Many of these courses require concurrent RTA 101 Restaurant Arts I enrollment in computer lab sections. This course is an overview of the needs for 12 Credits and roles of computer information sys- CIS Computer Lab tems. It emphasizes computer This is a first semester course which must be 1⁄3 -1 Credit per course completed at Warren Tech. This course covers requirements in organizations, history, basic cooking skills which you then apply to the Many computer courses have a lab accom- hardware functions, programming, systems operation of the Warren Tech Coffee Shop and panying them. You must register for the development and computer operations. Gourmet Dining Room. You also gain experi- accompanying lab section to their computer Computer applications and programming are ence in serving the dining public. course(s). Computer courses having an introduced. accompanying lab are designated with a coreq- CIS 116 Logic and Program Design uisite of lab. RTA 102 Restaurant Arts II 3 Credits CIS 095 Computers and You 12 Credits Corequisite: CIS 115 is recommended 3 Credits This is a second semester course which must be This course introduces the development of completed at Warren Tech. This course consists Corequisite: Computer lab computer program design using the con- of three credits in quality food production, which This course familiarizes you with the com- cepts of structured programming and logic. include food preparation and the principles of puter and its application in today’s home. You Pseudo-code, IPO charts, flowcharts, deci- food handling and storage and three credits in line work with the computer using prewritten sion tables, Warnier and HIPO are some of cooking and table service, which provides train- programs and learn the basics of the logic the vehicles used in developing logic ing in coffee house and dining room table used in programming a computer. Applications designs. service as well as customer service. Both covered include money and resource man- courses provide you with practical experience. agement, consumer affairs and the use of CIS 117 Web Page Essentials computers for entertainment. 3 Credits CIS 110 Introduction to Prerequisite: CIS 115 is recommended COMMUNICATION Microcomputer Operating Systems (DOS) Corequisite: Computer Lab COM 125 Communication in the 1 Credit Workplace This course is an introduction to the devel- Corequisite: Computer Lab 3 Credits opment of Web page essentials using the This course studies concepts, terminology and logical structured approach. Text, cross- This course focuses on professional relation- skills in the use of an operating system. It platform calibration issues, JPEGs, GIFs, ships and communication in the workplace by emphasizes understanding and using an displays, hot images, data tables and quick- examining topics like self-expression, operating system in a practical way in order time requirements are some of the vehicles assertiveness, active listening, negotiation to complement the student’s use of applica- that are discussed and used for developing and ethics. Through written and oral tion software on the microcomputer. expression, you demonstrate understand- Web pages. ing of critical thinking, the uses of language CIS 111 Advanced Microcomputer CIS 118 Microcomputer Applications and relevant communication theory. Operating Systems (DOS) 4 Credits 1 Credit Corequisite: Computer Lab COM 181 Sign Language I Prerequisite: CIS 110 is suggested 3 Credits Corequisite: Computer Lab This course reviews standard software packages available to support a microcom- This course gives you basic conversational This course expands the student’s knowledge from CIS 110. Advanced features of the puter-based work station. Included are sign language skills and a knowledge of descriptions of and hands-on work with deaf culture. microcomputer operating system commands and application of these features to create an word processors, spreadsheets, file and efficient environment for microcomputer opera- database management systems and other COM 182 Sign Language II tions are covered. common application packages. 3 Credits This course is equivalent to taking CIS 120, CIS 113 Introduction to the CIS 138, CIS 140 and CIS 150. Prerequisite: COM 181 or permission of Macintosh Computer instructor 2 Credits This course gives you advanced conversational Corequisite: Computer Lab sign language skills and a knowledge of deaf culture. This course introduces the use and operation of the Macintosh computer. You are introduced to various Macintosh configurations as well as hands on usage of the system and applications.

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CIS 119 Intermediate and Advanced CIS 125 Word Processing CIS 139 Advanced Microsoft Microcomputer Applications 3 Credits Windows 4 Credits 1 Credit Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working knowl- Prerequisite: CIS 118 or 120, 138,140 edge of Windows Prerequisite: CIS 138 and 150 Corequisite: Computer Lab Corequisite: Computer Lab Corequisite: Computer Lab This course uses state-of-the-art software to This course explores advanced topics in This course addresses intermediate and study the features of word processors includ- Microsoft Windows. The course covers top- advanced topics in microcomputer applications. ing types, strengths and weaknesses, keyboard ics for power users such as networking, This course provides hands-on work with skills, creating, editing, formatting and printing creating individual user setups, disk man- word processing, spreadsheet and database documents. You practice hands-on exercise agement, troubleshooting, communications, software. Word processing topics include skills such as hyphenation, columns, format adding/removing hardware/software, and the hyphenation, columns, formats, document layout, document design and graphics. This DOS environment. design, specialty layouts, macros and graph- course is the equivalent of CIS 120, CIS 121 CIS 140 Introduction to ics. Spreadsheet topics include graphics, and CIS 122 taken separately. database features, macros and “what-if” Microcomputer Database analysis. Database topics include creating CIS 135 Graphics Technology 1 Credit custom screen forms, reports and database 3 Credits Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working knowl- programming. This course is equiva- Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working edge of Windows lent to taking CIS 121, CIS 122, CIS 141, knowledge of Windows CIS 142, CIS 151 and CIS 152 separately. Corequisite: Computer Lab Corequisite: Computer Lab CIS 120 Introduction To Word Processing This course introduces the functions of a This course is a lecture/hands-on course that 1 Credit database. It includes skills such as file cre- introduces the concepts and techniques of ation, searches, sorts, simple editing and Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working knowl- computer graphics technology. You use paint indexing. If you have taken CIS 118, you edge of Windows programs, computer art, scanners and desk- should not take this course. top publishing software. Corequisite: Computer Lab CIS 141 Intermediate Microcomputer CIS 136 Presentation Graphics This course uses state-of-the-art software to Database 3 Credits study the features of word processors includ- 1 Credit ing types, strengths and weaknesses, keyboard Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working Prerequisite: CIS 140 skills, creating, editing, formatting and printing knowledge of Windows Corequisite: Computer Lab documents. If you have taken CIS 118, you Corequisite: Computer Lab This course builds on skills learned in CIS should not take this course. This course focuses on the development of 140. You practice through hands-on exercise CIS 121 Intermediate Word presentation graphics materials including skills such as report writing and command lan- Processing graphs, charts, illustrations and diagrams. guages. 1 Credit Emphasis is on effective communication. CIS 142 Advanced Microcomputer Prerequisite: CIS 120 CIS 137 Desktop Publishing Database Corequisite: Computer Lab 3 Credits 1 Credit This course continues to build on word pro- Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working Prerequisite: CIS 141 cessing skills learned in the introductory knowledge of Windows Corequisite: Computer Lab course. You practice hands-on exercise skills Corequisite: Computer Lab This course introduces database programming, such as hyphenation and columns, format problem solving and interfacing with other layout, document design and graphics. This course is a hands-on course that introduces the concepts and techniques of packages. CIS 122 Advanced Word Processing desktop publishing. You learn how to merge 1 Credit CIS 143 Microcomputer Database text and graphics files to create flyers, (Paradox: Object PAL) Prerequisite: CIS 121 brochures and newsletters. 3 Credits Corequisite: Computer Lab CIS 138 Introduction to MS Windows Prerequisite: CIS 142 or 145 This course builds on word processing skills 1 Credit Corequisite: Computer Lab learned in the intermediate course. You Corequisite: Computer Lab This course covers the skills, terms and con- practice hands-on exercise skills such as mail cepts of using the Object PAL programming merge, columns, tables and graphics. This course introduces you to the basics of language to customize and enhance applica- Microsoft Windows. This course covers tions that were created using the interactive installing, configuring and modifying the level of Paradox for Windows. Windows operating system in a DOS environment. Topics covered include hardware and software considerations and compatibility issues.

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CIS 145 Microcomputer Database CIS 155 Electronic Spreadsheets CIS 175 UNIX 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working knowl- Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working Prerequisites: CIS 115 and one programming edge of Windows knowledge of Windows language Corequisite: Computer Lab Corequisite: Computer lab Corequisite: Computer Lab This course gives you a working knowledge of This course covers the structure and funda- This course introduces the functions of a an electronic spreadsheet. It covers spread- mentals of the UNIX operating system. Topics database. It includes skills such as file cre- sheet concepts, design, formatting, include the files system and file processing, ation, searches, sorts, simple editing and calculations, report writing, the development various utility programs and shell, multi-user indexing, report writing, command languages, and execution of macros to automate the operation, memory management, text pro- programming, problem solving and interfacing spreadsheet, menu driven macros, “what if” cessing and communications. with other packages. This course tables, advanced functions and commands is the equivalent of CIS 140, CIS 141 and for using a statistical database and formatting CIS 176 Advanced UNIX CIS 142 taken separately. output are covered. This course is the equiv- 3 Credits alent of CIS 150, CIS 151 and CIS 152 taken Prerequisite: CIS 175 CIS 150 Introduction To Electronic separately. Corequisite: Computer Lab Spreadsheets 2 Credits CIS 160 BASIC Language Programming This course continues building upon the 3 Credits skills and commands covered in CIS 175. Prerequisite: CIS 138 or a working knowl- Prerequisite: CIS 116 This course emphasizes advanced shell edge of Windows Corequisite: Computer Lab scripting topics including utilizing pipelines, fil- Corequisite: Computer Lab ters, grep, awk and file processing. This is an introductory course using the This course gives you a working knowledge of BASIC programming language. Topics CIS 177 UNIX Systems an electronic spreadsheet. It covers funda- include program design, input/output, loop Administration 3 Credits mental spreadsheet concepts and design, control, string manipulation and array and formatting and calculations. If you have taken matrix processing. Prerequisites: CIS 175 Corequisite: Computer Lab CIS 118, you should not take this course. CIS 161 Advanced BASIC Language CIS 151 Intermediate Electronic Programming This course covers the fundamental and Spreadsheets 3 Credits essential tasks of administering and manag- 1 Credit Prerequisite: CIS 160 ing a UNIX system. Topics include Corequisite: Computer Lab startup/shutdown procedures, managing Prerequisite: CIS 150 devices, managing users, checking and man- This course studies advanced programming Corequisite: Computer Lab aging the file system and managing local and concepts and techniques using the BASIC remote terminals. This course continues to build on spread- programming language. Topics include user CIS 180 Introduction to Multimedia sheet skills learned in CIS 150. You practice defined functions, subroutines, data editing and 3 Credits through hands-on exercises such as design error handling, sequential and random access and report writing. files and batch and interactive processing. This course introduces you to the concepts Some sound and graphic functions may be and design in multimedia and computer- CIS 152 Advanced Electronic covered. based training. Spreadsheets 1 Credit CIS 165 RPG Programming CIS 181 Multimedia Software 3 Credits Modeling Development Prerequisite: CIS 151 Prerequisite: CIS 116 3 Credits Corequisite: Computer Lab Corequisite: Computer Lab Prerequisite: CIS 180 This course presents the development and This course enables you to become Corequisites: Computer lab, CIS 182 and execution of macros to automate the spread- proficient in pro-gramming with the Report CIS 183 suggested sheet, menu driven macros, “what if” tables, Program Generator language. Topics such as This course introduces the basic tools and advanced functions/commands for using a form specifications, arithmetic calculations, techniques of multimedia modeling and ani- statistical database and formatting output are comparisons, single and multiple control mation. The course contains topics on using covered. breaks, headings, fetch overflow, arrays and tool palettes, interacting with a model, tables, matching records and file updating views/perspectives, text objects and are covered. freeform/surface editing.

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CIS 182 Multimedia Software CIS 189 VRML CIS 240 4GL Programming Authorship (Virtual Reality Modeling Language) 3 Credits 3 Credits 2 Credits Prerequisite: CIS 115 Prerequisite: CIS 180 Prerequisite: CIS 187 and CIS 188 are rec- Corequisites: Computer Lab, CIS 116 is rec- Corequisites: Computer lab, CIS 181 and ommended ommended CIS 183 suggested Corequisite: Computer Lab This course is an introduction to programming This course introduces the basic tools and This course is intended for the those who in a Fourth Generation Language. It covers techniques of multimedia authorship. The may not have advanced skills in Web devel- design tools and concepts associated with a course includes such topics as using func- opment. Topics include the VRML document, specific Fourth Generation Language. Topics tions with movable objects, paging with linkages or anchors to other Web docu- include specifics of the language, its use and interactive decision and data collection ments, objects and distribution. practical application in a programming environment. You write several programs in the CIS 183 Multimedia Software CIS 205 Information Systems Security language that is currently available. Design/Development Management 3 Credits 3 Credits CIS 241 Advanced 4GL Programming 3 Credits Prerequisite: CIS 180 This course introduces the world of infor- Prerequisite: CIS 240 Corequisites: Computer lab, CIS 181 and mation systems security. Topics include the CIS 182 suggested laws and history of computer security, Corequisite: Computer Lab overview of systems and communications, This course builds on the skills developed in This course introduces the development of a how to value information the cost/benefit of project through the use of a lingo language. CIS 240. You write more complex pro- security design, loss prevention and how to grams in the language that is currently Topics include parent scripts and child develop a Disaster Recovery Plan. objects; development of a production; spe- available. cial effects; color cycling and color theory; CIS 206 Communicating Technical CIS 245 Database Management Systems interactive objects; and perpetual interactions Concepts 3 Credits 3 Credits and movable objects. Prerequisite: CIS 115 and (CIS 118 or CIS CIS 184 Image Editing This course introduces a variety of concepts and 140 or CIS 145) techniques that are useful in communicating (Adobe Photoshop) Corequisite: Computer Lab 4 Credits technical concepts to both technical and non- technical personnel in an organization. This course introduces the principles of data- Corequisite: Computer Lab Organizational dynamics and techniques for base concepts. It includes relational, This course provides an introduction to digital individual and group communications are cov- hierarchial and network database structure, graphics prepress. The course emphasizes ered. It is recommended that this course be query commands and command level pro- image processing and special effects. taken later in the program so that the student has grams. You examine current issues including Chemical free darkroom and illustration tech- the necessary technical skills and background model selection, usage, implementations niques are studied along with graphics/ text from prior course work. and maintenance. (Offered spring semester only.) integration. CIS 208 Automated Project CIS 187 Introduction to the Internet Management CIS 250 Local Area Networks (LAN) 1 Credit 3 Credits 2 Credits Corequisite: CIS 115 Corequisite: Computer Lab Prerequisite: CIS 138 or prior experience with Windows applications This course discusses how local area net- This course introduces the Internet, the works are used and when they are global network of computer networks. The This course provides an in-depth exploration of appropriate. Topics include hardware and Internet’s resources and tools are explored. project management techniques. The course software, alternatives, compatibility issues, net- Topics include history, topology, e-mail, LIST- emphasizes management strategies, goal set- work configurations, security issues, SERV, TELNET, FTP, GOPHERS and WWW. ting, communication, tracking and reporting. Critical thinking, discussion and real-world transmission media and methods and linking CIS 188 HTML Scripting projects are used as tools to explore the cre- to mainframe. 1-4 Credits ation of task lists; resource management and CIS 251 Local Area Network Corequisite: CIS 187 is recommended leveling; use of milestones; Critical Path Administration Methodology; PERT; and communications 3 Credits This course is an introduction to HTML, with team members, vendors, management Prerequisites: CIS 110 and CIS 250 URLs, CGI interface, to the design and prepa- and users. Real-world projects are also used ration of resources for delivery via the World to explore software to automate project man- Corequisite: Computer Lab Wide Web (WWW). You write simple HTML agement processes. This course introduces the concepts and documents and view them with a WWW techniques of administering a Local Area browser such as Mosaic, Netscape, or lynx. Network. Topics include setting up users/groups, directory structures, writing login scripts/ menus and network printer control.

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CIS 252 Multi-Vendor Networking CIS 263 CICS/COBOL Programming CIS 275 Telecommunications 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisites: CIS 110 and CIS 250 Prerequisite: Any programming language Prerequisite: CIS 115 other than BASIC or permission of instructor. This course provides the practical information This course introduces discusses hardware and guidance you need to plan and imple- Corequisite: Computer Lab devices, transmission characteristics, net- ment effective multi-vendor networks. This work configurations, codes/modes of This course introduces the basics of CICS course allows one to evaluate inter-network- transmission, software/protocols involved in Command Level Programming. Topics ing solutions for a wide range of PC, telecomunications. mini-computer, workstation and mainframe include an overview of what a CICS online environments. system actually does, what the CICS lan- CIS 276 Systems Analysis and Design guage provides, terminal device concepts, 5 Credits CIS 253 LAN Service and Support programming techniques for mapping the Prerequisites: CIS 115 and one program- 3 Credits terminal screen and programming tech- ming language Prerequisites: CIS 110 and CIS 250 niques. This course discusses the materials, tech- Corequisite: CIS 251 and Computer Lab CIS 264 Advanced CICS/COBOL niques, procedures and human 3 Credits This course introduces the concepts and interrelations involved in developing a com- techniques of servicing a Local Area Prerequisite: CIS 263 puterized business system. Topics include Network. Topics include installing Corequisite: Computer Lab the systems approach, fact gathering network interface cards, memory and stor- techniques, forms design, input/output, file This course introduces advanced concepts of age devices; when to use bridges and design, file organization, various charting CICS Command Level Programming. Topics routers, trouble shooting and diagnostics techniques, system audits and controls, pro- include a review of CICS concepts, indexed software. ject management and implementation and files, VSAM, advanced mapping support, evaluation. (Offered spring semester only.) CIS 254 Advanced LAN Administration accessing DL/I segments from a CICS pro- 3 Credits gram, intersystem communication and CIS 277 Operating Systems and JCL Prerequisites: CIS 251 and CIS 110 and a multiregion operation. 3 Credits firm working knowledge of DOS CIS 265 IBM Assembly Language Prerequisites: CIS 115 and one program- Corequisite: Computer Lab Programming ming language other than BASIC 3 Credits This course is a continuation of CIS 251. Corequisite: Computer Lab Topics include advanced printing features, Prerequisites: Any programming language workstation shell generation and custom fea- other than BASIC or permission of the This course covers the IBM OS/VS operating tures, performance management techniques, instructor and MAT 121 system and Job Control Language. It includes components of the operating system, JOB file server commands, advanced utilities for Corequisite: Computer Lab setting up users, advanced supervisor utilities and EXEC in stream and DD statements for and network tracking to control user access. In This course teaches the IBM System 370 sequential, partitioned and indexed data sets, addition, third-party utilities currently avail- Assembly Language (BAL) in a mainframe in stream and cataloged data sets, utility rou- able to enhance network administration is environment. Topics include system organi- tines and the function of virtual storage. reviewed. zation, data representation, control (Offered in spring only.) structures and program analysis and debug- CIS 260 COBOL Programming CIS 278 Computer-Aided Software ging techniques. Engineering (CASE) 3 Credits CIS 266 Advanced IBM Assembly 3 Credits Prerequisites: CIS 115 and CIS 116 Language Programming Prerequisite: CIS 115 or equivalent experi- Corequisite: Computer Lab 3 Credits ence This is a computer programming course in Prerequisite: CIS 265 or permission of the Corequisite: Computer Lab which the major elements of the COBOL lan- instructor This course explores the philosophy, con- guage are taught. You design, code, debug Corequisite: Computer Lab and document solutions to a variety of busi- cepts and methods of Software Engineering ness-oriented problems. This course is a continuation of CIS 265. in accordance with the Yourdon/ DeMarco Topics include multi-level control break pro- ideology. The approach to software develop- CIS 261 Advanced COBOL cessing, register manipulation, masking, ment presented is currently known as a Programming two-dimensional tables, creating and writing reasonable way to resolve information systems 3 Credits sorts, written documentation (external) and that are tending toward very large dimensions Prerequisite: CIS 260 sequential file processing. (50,000 lines of code and greater). Corequisite: Computer Lab Structured analysis and design method and tools are examined. The Excelerator software This course is a continuation of CIS 260. design package, by Intersolv, is used for Emphasis is placed on teaching you the more analysis and design of course projects. sophisticated capabilities of COBOL, including the SORT verb and advanced table and file concepts.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 111 Computer Information Systems CIS 279 Management of Computer COMPUTER SCIENCE CSC 161 Computer Science II Information Systems 4 Credits 3 Credits Many of these courses will require Prerequisite: CSC 160 Prerequisites: CIS 115 and one program- concurrent enrollment in computer lab sec- Corequisite: Computer Lab ming language tions. This course continues the structured algorithm This course introduces the techniques of development and problem solving tech- managing computer-based information sys- niques begun in Computer Science I. Data tems and information resources. Topics CSC Computer Lab structures are emphasized. Intensive computer include hardware, software, personnel, con- 1⁄3 -1 Credit per course laboratory activities are required. trol techniques and placement and Many computer courses have a lab accom- integration of information system resources panying them. You must register for the CSC 165 Discrete Structures in the organization. accompanying lab section to their computer 3 Credits CIS 285 Maintenance Programming course(s). Computer courses having an Prerequisites: CSC 160 and MAT 121 3 Credits accompanying lab are designated with a corequisite of lab. This course prepares students for a funda- Prerequisites: Proficiency in at least two pro- mental understanding of computing and gramming languages and permission of the CSC 235 Visual C++ for Windows computer science. Topics include set theory, instructor Programming Boolean algebra, relations, functions, graph 3 Credits theory and techniques for formal reasoning. Corequisite: Computer Lab Prerequisite: CSC 161 or CSC 233 CSC 173 Visual BASIC for Windows This course enables you to maintain several Programming existing programs. You are responsible for Corequisite: Computer Lab 3 Credits modifications and conversions from one lan- This course introduces the use of the guage to another. Microsoft Foundation Class Library for pro- Prerequisites: CIS 115 or permission of instructor C Language Programming CIS 288 Computer Information gramming Microsoft Windows. The Visual (CSC 230) or another high-level language is Center Usage C++ AppWizard is used to create complete recommended. 1⁄2-5 Credits Windows applications employing the document/view architecture is utilized. Visual C++ Corequisite: Computer lab This course is for those desiring to use the resource editor is also explored in creating Computer Information Center of the college for This course introduces programming and menus, toolbars, controls and dialogs and independent pursuit of educational goals. applications development for the Microsoft use Class Wizard to handle Windows mes- The amount of credit hours applied are Windows environment using Visual BASIC sages. determined by the instructor after the stu- for Windows. You learn the use of objects, dent’s educational goals have been assessed. CSC 148 FORTRAN Programming controls, properties, events and methods to In no case is the course to be less than 1⁄2 3 Credits develop applications that provide a graphical user interface for the user. You also learn to credit. If you are interested in CIS 288, you Corequisites: MAT 121 and Computer Lab must meet with the course instructor before develop functions and subroutines using registering. The course does not apply This course enables you to acquire structured Visual BASIC and build complete toward any degree. programming skills using the FORTRAN pro- Windows executable applications. gramming language. Topics include program CSC 174 Advanced Visual Basic for CIS 289 Internet Usage design, data types, looping structures, for- 1 Credit Windows Programming matted and unformatted input/output, array 3 Credits Prerequisites: CIS 187 or CSC 160 or per- and matrix processing, character manipula- mission of instructor tions, functions and subroutines and Prerequisite: CSC 173 or permission of sequential and direct file applications. instructor Corequisites: Enrollment in at least 1.0 Corequisite: Computer Lab credit hours other than CIS 289 CSC 160 Computer Science I 4 Credits This course is a continuation of CSC 173. This course is for students desiring to use the You develop more involved applications, Computer Information Center of the college Corequisites: MAT 121 and Computer Lab work with more controls, and deal with to access the Internet for independent pursuit of This course explores the discipline of com- advanced topics such as data structures, educational goals. If you are interested in CIS puter science. Topics include algorithm Dynamic Data Exchange and Object Linking 289, you must meet with the course instruc- development, data representation, arithmetic and Embedding. To provide a more suitable tor before registering. The course does not and logical expressions, sub-programs and interface to the Windows user, error trapping apply toward any degree or certificate. input/output operations using a structured and error handling are implemented as programming language. Intensive computer lab- well as providing customized help topics. oratory activities are required.

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CSC 225 Computer Organization CSC 236 C Programming With CSC 265 PC Assembly Language 4 Credits Assembly Language Programming Prerequisite: CSC 160 3 Credits 3 Credits Corequisite: Computer Lab Prerequisites: CSC 230, 231, 265 or Prerequisites: One programming course permission of instructor other than BASIC, MAT 121 and permision of This course covers the organization of a instructor computer at the logic level. Topics include Corequisite: Computer Lab numbering systems, digital logic, digital sys- Corequisite: Computer Lab This course introduces you to programming in tems, machine level representation of data, C with Assembly Language. Emphasis is on This course teaches the assembly language on assembly level machine organization and file handling, graphics, databases, advanced the IBM PC. Topics include COM files, memory system organization. pointers, debugging and interfacing C with screen processing, string instructions, CSC 230 C Language Programming assembly language. arithametics (binary/ASCII/BCD), table pro- 3 Credits cessing and macros. CSC 238 Java Programming Prerequisite: CIS 115 or permission of the 3 Credits CSC 270 Introduction to Graphics instructor Programming Prerequisites: C++ or equivalent knowledge or 3 Credits Corequisite: Computer Lab experience Prerequisites: CIS 115 or CIS 160 or CSC This course introduces the C programming Corequisite: Computer Lab 160 or CSC 230 Corequisite: Computer Lab language, which is a “mid-level” language This course is an introduction to Java This course explores the concepts and tech- whose economy of expression and data Programming, basic graphics, threads, niques of programming computer graphic manipulation features allow a programmer to events/procedures, user interfaces, images. Topics include generating lines and deal with the computer at a “low level.” advanced graphics and multimedia. You will curves, shading, writing patterns, colors, two CSC 231 Advanced C Language write and execute a variety of Java programs. point perspective, movement and 3-dimensional representation. You prepare programs Programming Java applets are incorporated into HTML to generate graphic images in C or C++. 3 Credits pages, allowing for the use of real-time Prerequisite: CSC 230 sound, graphics, animation and user interaction. CONSTRUCTION Corequisite: Computer Lab TECHNOLOGY This course continues the study of C begun CSC 240 ADA* Programming 3 Credits in CSC 230. Topics include pointers, arrays, (Please also see Air Conditioning, Heating linked lists, stacks and queues, trees and Corequisite: Computer Lab Refrigeration and Ventilation; Bricklaying, advanced user interfaces such as menus, Carpentry; Electricity, Fine Woodworking, This course teaches you to program in the windows and cursor control. and Plumbing) DOD developed language ADA. Topics CSC 233 Object-Oriented include overloading procedures/ functions, the CON 100 Computers for Construction Programming in C++ package concept, data types, scope and visi- 2-12 Credits 3 Credits bility, binding modes, variant records, Prerequisite: CSC 230 discriminants and tasking. This course introduces the use of computers in Corequisite: Computer Lab the construction trades. The emphasis is CSC 241 Advanced ADA* using computers for estimating construction Programming This course enables you to learn object-ori- projects and drawing and designing buildings 3 Credits ented programming (OOP) techniques using with CAD programs. the C++ language. The OOP paradigm is Prerequisite: CSC 240 CON 105 Blueprint Reading becoming the method of choice for software Corequisite: Computer Lab 3 Credits design. C++ is becoming the language of This course continues the study of ADA choice. OOP and C++ are an excellent com- This course introduces students to reading begun in CSC 240. Topics include imple- bination for coping with the complexity of and interpreting blueprints for residential, menting data structures, tasking for today’s information systems needs. commercial and industrial construction. concurrent programming, the use of ptrag- Encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism mans, generic packages and low-level CON 151 Construction Process information hiding, reusable components and programming. 4 Credits OOP principles are thoroughly explored. *Registered trademark of U.S. Government (AJPO) This course covers the entire construction CSC 255 Programming Languages process including liens, contracts, bids, specifi- 4 Credits cations, building permits and licensing, Prerequisite: CSC 161, 225 inspections and the Uniform Building Code. Intratrade coordination, remodeling and addi- Corequisite: Computer Lab tions, practices, construction management This course is an overview of contemporary and supervision, scheduling, solar building programming paradigms and their related techniques, insulation concerns and multi- languages. Topics include procedural, func- unit construction are introduced. tional, logic, object-oriented and parallel processing.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 113 ConstructionTechnology CONSTRUCTION ARD 121 & 122 Drywall Applicator ARE 141 & 142 Electrical IV (Year Two) 4 Credits TECHNOLOGY: 4 Credits This course explores tool and material take- APPRENTICE-RELATED This course presents thermal insulation and offs, electrical safety, reading diagrams, sound control, trim installation, safety, All apprentice-related courses are taught in journeyperson responsibilities, low voltage advanced trade math and layout. It also cooperation with the Colorado Industry lighting control, emergency lighting, special sys- includes load-bearing framing, installing hol- Training Council. You must have the tems, transformer connections, solid state low metal, demountable partitions, special fundamentals and advanced meter applica- approval of the Chair of Construction framing conditions, and prefinished gypsum tions. This course also covers high voltage Technology. board, wallboard hanging on metal walls and fundamentals, special occupancies and equip- ceilings, laminated applications, angles and ment, resistive heating cables and special ARC 111 & 112 Carpenter I curves, laser instruments, interior finish (ceiling terminations. 4 Credits systems), supplement to ceiling systems and finishing procedures. ARM 111 & 112 Masonry I This course explores safety-crane and rigging 4 Credits traffic, carpentry math, nails, fasteners and ARE 111 & 112 Electrical I 4 Credits adhesives, wood building materials, hand This course introduces you to the masonry tools and stationary and portable power This course presents general safety, tools of trade. Topics include history of the trade, tools. In addition, this course studies site lay- the electrical trade, contractor owned tools, safety, tools and equipment, masonry math, out, reading plans and elevations, concrete trade history and introduces electrical theory, mortar joints and application, brick materials and reinforced concrete, concrete handling conduit outlet boxes and the National and layout. and placement and forming foundations and Electrical Code. This course also explores the sources of electricity, trade math, laws of ARP 111, 112, 121, 122, 131, 132, flatwork. 141, 142, 151& 152 electricity, series circuits, parallel cir- Plumber and Pipefitter ARC 121 & 122 Carpenter II cuits and series parallel circuits. Other topics 4 Credits 4 Credits include organization of the National Electrical This course explores sketching and visualiza- Code, magnetism laws, wire devices, service These courses present both the plumbing tion, field engineering principles and boxes, connectors, conduit bending, conduc- and pipefitting trades. For plumbing, they tors and insulators, insulation and pulling large supervision. In addition, reinforcing concrete, cover safety measures, plumbing materials and and small wires. patented forms/heavy formwork, wall sys- tools; low pressure boilers; blueprint reading; tems, tilt up, structural steel, shoring and ARE 121 & 122 Electrical II mathematics and metric information. These formwork are discussed. 4 Credits courses also cover connecting, fitting, jointing, installing and supporting pipe; fixtures and This course covers blueprint symbols, blue- ARC 131 & 132 Carpenter III appliances; sanitary/non-sanitary drainage vents 4 Credits print reading, schedules and specifications, instruments and meters, characteristics of and storm drainage; traps, cleanouts and This course presents floor, wall and roof sys- induction and AC capacitance. Other topics backwater valves; water supply sizing and tems, as well as stair construction, interior include series circuits (AC), parallel circuits distributions; general regulations for finish, exterior finish and roofing application. (AC), overcurrent protection, fuses, circuit steam/hotwater heating; testing, inspecting breakers, ducting, installing cable tray, wire- and the Uniform Plumbing Code. ARC 141 & 142 Carpenter IV ways and surface metal raceways, main service 4 Credits equipment subpanels, grounding conduc- For the pipefitting trade, these courses present This course presents advanced supervision, tors, metallic sheathed cable and special piping systems, including metal/nonmetallic pip- laser instruments and introduces the Uniform wires and cords. In addition, this course intro- ing, tubing, hoses, fittings, common/ Building Code. In addition, this course covers duces alternating current, Ohm’s Law for specialized valves, strainers, filters and traps and water and damp proofing, finish stairs, sup- Alternating Current, the theory of grounding accessories. These courses also cover simple plement to ceiling systems, metal studs and and the general requirements of wiring. and rolling offsets, including the invisible box drywall, interior finish, wall and floor special- ARE 131 & 132 Electrical III method; use of standard pipefitting tables; cal- ties and cabinetry. 4 Credits culation of cut lengths through screwed, flanged and welded fittings; use of steel square to cal- ARD 111 & 112 Drywall Applicator This course presents hazardous locations, (Year One) electrical safety, reading diagrams, lighting fun- culate the set, run, roll and travel 4 Credits damentals, fluorescent lighting, high intensity measurements. discharge lighting, fundamentals of DC This course introduces to the trade, tools and Other topics include basic oxyacetylene motors, DC motors and generators, fixed welding where the processes, equipment, materials of the trade, drywall systems and generators and portable generators. This blueprints. Topics include safety, human rela- course also explores residential cal- symbols, types of welds on light and heavy tions, trade math, material handling and storage, culations, fixed electric space heating, plates, brazing, silver soldering, flame cutting, framing materials and fasteners, basic non- fundamentals of AC motors, control of motor piercing and hold cutting are discussed. This load bearing wall framing, ceiling framing, starting, single phase motors and polyphase course explores basic arc welding including: furring, hanging materials and fasteners and motors. In addition, this course covers the Processes, fundamentals, symbols, beads, types wallboard hanging on wood. general requirements for commercial wiring and of joints, reverse polarity, bare rod, coated rod, bussways, as well as motor circuit: code, build-up and low-hydrogen electrodes, medical types of motors, wire sizing, overload protec- gas cross-connections and backflow prevention, motor connections and overcurrent tion. protection.

114 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Continuing Ed for Health Careers ARS 111 & 112 Sheet Metal I CONTINUING CEN 203 Women’s Holistic Health Care 4 Credits 1⁄2 Credit EDUCATION This course introduces safety, shop/trade For most women being well-informed is essen- mathematics, the principles of layout, the ele- FOR HEALTH CAREERS tial for good health. With health needs ments of blueprint reading and fabrication. This dramatically changing as we age, body image, course also covers the various tools, fasten- CEN 104 The Healing Mind depression, sexuality, exercise and nutrition ers, metals and sheet metal processes. 1⁄2 Credit are all common health concerns. These issues and basic standard clinical practices are This course enables you to explore scientific discussed in detail with views from several per- ARS 121 & 122 Sheet Metal II research as well as ancient practices demon- spectives. A holistic approach is emphasized. 4 Credits strating the interconnectedness of healing and This course introduces parallel line devel- the mind. Different cultural viewpoints for CEN 208 Basic EKG Interpretation 1 Credit opment, triangulation, radial line accessing this often subtle, sometimes seem- development and expands the your know- ingly miraculous, influence are presented. This course presents the anatomy and physi- ledge of trade mathematics. This course also CEN 106 Case Management ology of the heart, conduction system, normal presents soldering and brazing, hangers and 1⁄2 Credit and abnormal stimuli of cardiac muscle, car- supports, insulation, gutters and downspouts, diac drugs and recognition of arrhythmias. This course is a basic information course that flashing and hoods and ventilators. CEN 209 Spanish for Health Care-Level I explains case management in hospitals, insur- 1 Credit ance, home care and private companies. This ARS 131 & 132 Sheet Metal III course includes negotiating contracts, develop- This course covers basic anatomy and med- 4 Credits ing care plans, reports and dealing with ical terminology. It enables you to speak with This course introduces welding, brazing and conflicts. This is another alternative in nurs- patients and encourage needed information. cutting. The principles of air flow, equipment, ing. This course is adapted to your needs. fiber glass and PVC ducts, blueprint specifica- CEN 107 Camp Health Care CEN 210 Physical Assessment of the tions and field measuring and fitting are also 1⁄2 Credit Adult explored in this course. 2-3 Credits This course is open to RNs, LPNs, EMTs and You learn how to obtain a complete health his- Advanced Red Cross First Aid carriers. It pre- ARS 141 & 142 Sheet Metal IV tory which is integrated with a physical exam. sents health issues and health responsibilities for 4 Credits The assessment skills of inspection, palpa- camp. Social service regulations, medica- tion, percussion and auscultation are This course explores shop production and tions, protocols, first aid equipment, practiced in the course. Proper use of equip- organization, air balance, duct design funda- immunizations, communicable diseases, care ment such as the otoscope, tuning fork, mentals and duct standards. This course also of chronic health conditions and the role of ophthalmoscope and reflex hammer are also covers carbon arc welding; bend allowances; the health person with camp staff are dis- covered. louvers, dampers and access doors; rigging cussed. and hoisting; fume and exhaust systems design CEN 212 Neurolinguistic CEN 110 Neurolinguistic and the principles of refrigeration. Programming II Programming I 1⁄2 Credit 1⁄2 Credit Prerequisite: CEN 110 or permission of This course presents a practical set of skills that instructor enhance and expand a person’s ability to build verbal and nonverbal rapport rapidly with others. This course teaches hands-on NLP tools to Neurolinguistic programming can increase produce positive changes for yourself and the effectiveness of healing interventions by others. You learn to read people’s uncon- developing a clear, individualized communi- scious cues, resolve ambivilances and create cation pattern allowing for a desired change feelings of self-confidence when and where to occur. This course also includes a learning they want them. process called “anchoring,” which is a gentle CEN 213 Spiritual Role in Health Care and respectful method of change. 1⁄2 Credit CEN 201 Ethics in Health Care This course is open to all caregivers. 1⁄2 Credit Spirituality in a holistic framework is explored This course presents the ethical dilemmas that with focus on its development in individuals have become everyday issues in health care. through the lifespan along with virtues of spiri- Also presented is the effect that technology tuality. This course also examines the healing has had on such discussions as the “right to qualities of various religions including the die” and “duty to die.” Although there are no theory of esoteric energy rituals in “answers” to ethical dilemmas, many insights are Christainity. Self growth in one’s own spiritual- studied by examining the issues. ity is included.

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CEN 216 Humor Therapy CEN 224 Massage Therapy CEN 229 Wellness Counseling 1⁄2 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit Prerequisite: CEN 242 This course explores the healing of humor on This course presents tools to facilitate your- the body. Topics may include how humor can This course explores massage therapy and its self and others in the movement toward a serve as a powerful therapeutic tool, mini- importance in treating injuries, chronic pain and higher level of wellness including vitality and a mize the trauma of hospitalization and stress related conditions. Swedish massage joy of living. You learn assessment tools, provide for healthy stress release and bal- techniques and basic foot reflexology, are basic counseling skills, how to establish con- ance for the caregiver. Effective use of humor performed and experienced by you. tacts and set goals for change, methods for in the workplace is also covered. Humor not Guidelines for creating a nurturing, healing evaluation and ongoing growth. only provides a relaxed environment but it can environment and the use of lotions, oils and CEN 230 Trauma Assessment and aroma therapy are also covered. also facilitate healing and the building of Intervention “lighter” relationships with co-workers, CEN 225 Introduction to Home 1 Credit patients and patients’ families. Health Nursing This course presents the steps for a systematic 1⁄2 -1 Credit CEN 217 Phlebotomy Refresher assessment and intervention in traumatic 1 Credit This course introduces home health nursing emergencies. Each step is covered in detail This course covers OSHA regulations; collec- from the standpoint of services provided by with handouts, slides, classroom discussion tion procedures and requirements for various for-profit and non-profit agencies, funding for and hands on experience. This course is laboratory tests; phlebotomy technique; home health care and community support not for BTLS Certification. services. The role of the nurse, the family, problem solving; legal implications CEN 232 Caring for the Caregiver reimbursements and the future of home and phlebotomist/patient rights. 1⁄2 Credit health care are emphasized. This course CEN 218 Better Charting and Legal should be followed with CEN 264 and This course explores the daily stresses of Documentation CEN 243. caregivers and provides methods to relieve 1⁄2 -1 Credit stress and care for ourselves. It also exam- CEN 226 Intravenous Therapy This two-part course is designed to review the ines a variety of methods to assist in 1 Credit principles and legal aspects of documenta- self-healing. tion. This course discusses better charting This course covers basic venipuncture tech- CEN 235 Nutritional Therapy and Health deals with documentation from a nursing care niques, central lines, factors involved in vein 1⁄2 Credit perspective and examines what should be selection, psychological implications, complica- charted and how. Various charting systems tions and nursing measures. This course does This course examines the nutritional alter- (S.O.A.P., Block, Narrative, etc.) are consid- not provide IV certification. natives to traditional medical therapies. The ered, and you are encouraged to bring chart discussions focus on a more optimum level of CEN 227 Communication Skills health, using various nutritional techniques. forms and charting samples for discussion. 1⁄2 -1 Credit This course also explores the legal aspects of Topics include food allergies and asthma, documentation and includes being a witness, Reacting and responding to the demands of premenstrual syndrome, gastrointestinal consents, living wills and DNR orders. the environment, feeling stress, frustration and disorders, blood sugar abnormalities, vita- apathy at times, takes a toll on self-worth and mins and minerals and the effect of drugs on CEN 220 Law Every Nurse Should one’s interaction with others. This course nutritional status. Know enables you to acquire essential skills in com- 1⁄2 -2 Credits CEN 236 Dance Therapy and Healing munication, conflict resolution, negotiation, team 1⁄2 Credit In this seminar you learn the anatomy of a mal- building, decision-making and assertiveness to practice claim and the elements required for a manage stress, gain self-worth and expand This workshop introduces the theories of lawsuit. Participants become acquainted with one’s human potential to get needs met. Marian Chace/Group Development, Blanche basic doctrines and principles of law, which Evan/Creative Movement and Mary CEN 228 Solution Focused apply to nurses, and how to avoid legal prob- Counseling Whitehouse/Authentic Movement. Dance lems. 1⁄2 Credit therapy principles can be applied to all caregivers interactions in which professionals CEN 221 High Level Wellness This course explores how a problem or solu- want to increase empathy and communica- 1 Credit tion increase with attention. You learn how to tion. You should come dressed in loose, This course explores the positive and health- use the newest, brief counseling and inter- comfortable clothing. promoting dimensions of the wellness lifestyle. viewing techniques which research CEN 239 Intravenous Certification You have an opportunity to assess your pre- demonstrates focus a person toward 4 1⁄2 Credits sent lifestyle and design a new one resourceful resolution. incorporating the wellness principles. The This course covers venipuncture techniques, course covers nutrition, exercises, stress man- blood tubes, procedure for setting up and agement and personal assessment. maintaining intravenous therapy, intravenous catheters, solutions, pumps, antibiotic therapy, and legal/ethical ramifications.

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CEN 241 Healing Imagery: CEN 250 Home Health Nursing Skills CEN 256 Holistic Nursing Level III Body, Mind, Spirit Part I 2 Credits 1⁄2 Credit 1⁄2 Credit Prerequisites: CEN 244, 254 This course explores the ancient practices of This course is for nurses entering the home This course incorporates the course work for Shaman healers as well as the clinical health field. It presents the skills/functions the Holistic Nursing Certificate Program into research on healing imagery. You develop that are necessary for quality care in home the practical implementation of holistic nursing your own creative imagination for personal and health nursing, including medications, labora- philosophy and skills in a clinical or commu- professional growth. You also learn effective tory work, emergencies and common health nity setting. It is recommended that students techniques which accelerate healing and problems seen in the home. have completed at least half of the require- develop insight. CEN 251 Music as a Therapy for ments for the certificate program before taking CEN 242 Therapeutic Touch Wellness this course. You identify your own project, 1 Credit 1 Credit write a project proposal and present a final This course provides a historical overview of This course is a highly participatory including report to the class. This course assists you in healing-through-touch. The art of healing touch music activities and discussions that lead developing leadership and teaching skills in is related to a variety of belief systems including toward the benefits of music therapy for self the health care community. the scientific method, holistic health, para- and clients. A study of the avenues of music CEN 257 ACLS psychology and other healing modalities. You experience, as well as awareness of music (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) learn to develop and use touch as a means of and sounds in our environment are included. 2 Credits assessing a client’s/ patient’s state of well- CEN 252 Menopause: Traditional and Prerequisite: BCLS certification is required ness and enhance wellness. You are given Natural Approaches as well as proficiency in EKG recognition specific instructions in developing touch sensi- 1⁄2-1Credit tivity and practice the assessment and healing This course presents the required material methods. This course addresses the process of physical, for ACLS completion. It covers arrhythmias, emotional, mental and spiritual symptoms. medications, therapeutic modalities for life CEN 243 Teaching in Discussions focus on traditional hormone threatening arrhythmias, airway management Community/Home Health Nursing therapy as well as alternative therapies 1⁄2 Credit and other treatment modalities used in car- including nutrition, natural hormones, diac and respiratory arrest. Each class Prerequisite: CEN 225 and 264 are Chinese medicine, acupuncture, herbology includes case scenarios to give practical and recommended and biofeedback. Health care risk before and hands on use of emergency equipment. This after menopause also are addressed. This course presents teaching theories, course is taught according to NEW ACLS assessment of client/family’s learning needs; CEN 254 Holistic Nursing Level II standards. teaching modalities and practium to exercise 2 Credits CEN 258 Journaling the Spiritual new skills. This course covers the new Prerequisite: CEN 244 Journey JACHO and case management requirements, dis- 1 Credit charge teaching and community resources. Using basic theory from CEN 244, this course provides a more comprehensive Prerequisite: CEN 249 CEN 244 Holistic Nursing Level I study of modalities to strengthen the whole This course focuses on connecting with the 1 Credit person in the process of facilitating healing spiritual part of people and providing tools The conscious application of self-responsibility, car- and maintaining optimal health. The applica- for personal growth, as well as techniques to ing, human development, stress, lifestyling, tion of holistic concepts and the body/mind assist others, on the journey to spiritual communication, problem solving, teaching/ responses are used as guides for each wholeness. This course also explores how learning, leadership and change are topics modality studied. spiritual writing expands the consciousness covered in this course. This is approached CEN 255 Spanish for Health Care— and how journaling can help people who through nurturing, preventive and generative Level II need direction in their lives. activities to help the clients help themselves 1 Credit CEN 260 Bereavement Counseling move toward high-level wellness. Prerequisite: CEN 209 1⁄2 Credit CEN 249 Journaling This course presents current principles of 1 Credit This language course is conversational. Verb tenses are reviewed along with medical ter- bereavement counseling, including identifi- The journal or diary is an effective tool for minology. You are given an opportunity to cation of the normal grieving process and looking at your own personal growth speak with native speakers one-on-one for appropriate interventions. It covers the use process, as well as helping patients/clients in increased proficiency. of your feelings and experiences in assisting their healing process. Journaling helps people to patients and/or families who are bereaved. develop memory, imagination, feeling, intuition and many other creative aspects of themselves. Using the journal in health practices can accelerate the healing process for the patients/clients. This class teaches basic journaling skills, as well as 15 special techniques to use in the journal.

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CEN 262 Advanced Therapeutic CEN 267 Living Without Limits CEN 281 Home Health Nursing Skills Touch 1⁄2 Credit Part II 1 Credit This course describes steps which can be 1⁄2 Credit This course is designed to assist those of you taken to clarify goals, get support for chal- This course includes an in-depth study of who have an introductory knowledge of ther- lenges and act effectively to accomplish your common illnesses, early discharge surgeries, apeutic touch to increase and enhance your life’s dreams. This course also explores the open-wound care, I.V. therapy, case man- qualities of “optimal performers” and how to skills in assessment including visualization, agement and the supervision of home health let go of distractions by understanding the grounding, focusing, color, self-healing, importance of being true to yourself. aides in the home or assisted-living settings. meditation and biofeedback. CEN 269 Healing Presence CEN 282 Legal Issues in Home Health CEN 263 Self-Esteem and the Child 1 Credit Care 1 Credit 1⁄2 Credit This course explores the meaning of healing This course explores self-esteem as a learned presence through the process of increased This course explores some of the special process. Steps (tools) that one can use start- self-awareness and self-discovery. It also cov- legal risks for home health care providers ing in childhood and continuing through ers the development of skills for connecting on and risk management techniques. You study adulthood are discussed in this course. a higher level with yourself and others. The the differences in home health care today as Articles and books are explored to assist course focuses on experiencing the healing well as look at legal issues. educators, nurses, parents and grandpar- presence with oneself and the essence of the healing presence with others. CEN 283 Psychoneuroimmunology ents. 1⁄2 Credit CEN 271 AIDS Update CEN 264 Documentation Skills in 1⁄2 Credit This course presents the role of neurotrans- Home Health Nursing mitters in the body-mind relationship in 1⁄2 -1 Credit This course covers the etiology, epidemiology and treatment modalities of Acquired illness or wellness. The systems of belief pat- Prerequisite: CEN 225 is recommended Immune Deficiency Syndrome. The terns, behavioral addictions, conditioned responses, and health expenses are also This course is designed to assist nurses to psychosocial issues affecting the individual with HIV/AIDS and issues concerning the explored and related to personal health. develop problem lists, nursing care plans, caregiver are also covered. document history and physical exams, write CEN 285 Stress Management plan of treatment, work with diagnostic codes, CEN 274 Quality Assurance and 1⁄2 -1 Credit develop visit parameters and follow Medicare Utilization Review in Home Health This course explores working with energy, and JACHO guidelines for determining eligibil- Care 1⁄2 Credit confidence and enthusiasm by learning spe- ity and skilled services. cific skills regarding the management of This course covers the roles and responsibilities CEN 265 Personal Power: as well as the definitions and methods used in stressful situations or people. This experien- Gift of Self-Esteem monitoring and evaluating for quality assurance tial class is designed for all who are interested in 1 Credit and utilization review. Medicare coverage and a higher quality of life and want to reach their full potential. You learn how to relax quickly, This course explores self-talk, self-appreci- reimbursement procedures are reviewed as well as common methods of data collection improve self-image, improve concentration ation, self-responsibility, belief and and understanding the medical record. and to control worry. expectations and provides tools for increasing personal power. This course also covers the cor- CEN 276 Creating Healthy CEN 287 Nurse Entrepreneur relation between self-esteem and Relationships 1⁄2 Credit health—mentally and physically. 1 Credit This course teaches the skills necessary to This course offersyou an informational frame- CEN 266 Physical Assessment in start an independent practice. It includes work and the tools for building personal and Home Health professional relationships, which are vibrant self-assessment of professional skills, the 1 Credit and growthful. Relationship to self, others and business plan for marketing and finance and This course teaches you how to obtain a the environment are addressed. the actual design of the practice. complete health history which is integrated with CEN 278 Hospice Nursing CEN 289 Career Alternatives Within a physical exam specific to the home setting. 1⁄2 Credit Nursing The assessment skills of inspection, palpa- 1⁄2 Credit tion, percussion and auscultation are This course introduces the philosophy and principles of hospice support for the This one-day workshop explores numerous practiced in the course. Proper use of terminally ill, their family and friends. It areas in which nurses work and how to pur- equipment such as the otoscope, tuning explores hospice intervention, which offers sue jobs in these areas. fork, ophthalmoscope and reflex hammer is opportunities for comfort through symptom included. control, support to the patient’s family and friends in decision making and coping with anticipatory grieving and death. This course also includes coverage of hospice in the home, as well as in-patient settings.

118 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Criminal Justice CONTINUING CRIMINAL JUSTICE CRJ 125 Law Enforcement Operations 3 Credits EDUCATION REFRESHER NURSING CRJ 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice Prerequisite: CRJ 110 or permission of 3 Credits instructor This course is an in-depth examination of the CER 200 Registered Nurse Refresher This course includes a study of the agencies complexity and multi-dimensional aspects of Course and processes involved in the criminal justice the law enforcement role and career, law 8-12 Credits system; the legislature, the police, the prose- cutor, the public defender, the courts and enforcement discretion and law enforcement Corequisite: CEN 210 corrections. It also includes an analysis of the values and culture in modern America. The role and functions of law enforcement in the This refresher course is designed for all RNs, roles and problems of the criminal justice occupational, social, political and organiza- regardless of time absent from nursing prac- system in a democratic society, with an tional context are explored. tice, to explore avenues of employment. A emphasis upon inter-component relations portion of clinical experience is held in the and checks and balances. hospital to refresh and update basic nursing CRJ 111 Substantive Criminal Law CRJ 126 Patrol Procedures skills. There are also opportunities for experi- 3 Credits 3 Credits ence in home health, occupational health, Prerequisite: CRJ 110 long-term care, rehabilitation, hospice and Prerequisite: CRJ 110 other settings (choice of two). This course teaches legal definitions of This course studies of the basic knowledge and crime; purposes and functions of the law; skills required of a peace officer to safely and historical foundations and the limits of the effectively accomplish the patrol function. COOPERATIVE criminal law. CRJ 135 Judicial Function 3 Credits EDUCATION CRJ 112 Procedural Criminal Law 3 Credits Prerequisite: CRJ 110 COE 296 (or COM 115) The Job Prerequisite: CRJ 110 This course examines the criminal process i.e., Search Process prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges and the Cooperative Education Corequisite This course covers constitutional and procedural considerations affecting arrest, discretionary aspects of adjudication. 1 Credit search and seizure and includes analysis of CRJ 145 Correctional Process Either of these courses provides the on-cam- criminal cases from arrest through final 3 Credits appeal. pus corequisite for students enrolled in Prerequisite: CRJ 110 Cooperative Education/Internship 297 CRJ 116 Civil Liability courses. These courses are designed to max- 3 Credits This course covers the post-conviction cor- imize student learning through the rections process; the development of a Cooperative Education/Internship work Prerequisite: CRJ 110 correctional philosophy, theory and practice; a experience. The corequisite requirement is This course covers the origin and jurisdiction of description of institutional operation, pro- designed to assist you in developing job-ori- civil action, procedure and responsibility gramming and management; community- based ented learning objectives and to prepare you addressing the liability of criminal justice corrections, probation and parole. with skills essential for job acquisition, practitioners. CRJ 146 Community-Based Corrections retention and promotional growth. 3 Credits CRJ 118 Report Writing XXX 297 Cooperative 3 Credits Prerequisite: CRJ 110, 135, 145 Education/Internship 3 Credits Prerequisite: CRJ 110 This course is an analysis of community based This course is designed to teach the fundamen- correctional programs and procedures. Prerequisite: Permission of Cooperative Emphasis on environment and the Education Coordinator tals for preparing criminal justice reports, who uses them, what information must be relationship to public safety, rehabilitation and Corequisite: COE 296 (or COM 115) included, how to organize it and how to write punishment. This course is a credited program which pro- reports in a clear, concise language that will CRJ 147 Institutional-Based vides work experience opportunities for you communicate the maximum amount of fac- Corrections to gain practical work experience related to tual information. Special emphasis is placed 3 Credits on spelling, punctuation and paragraphs. their educational program. All Co-op/Intern Prerequisite: CRJ 110 courses carry a course/program prefix to match the area of study and are numbered This course studies the correctional institution, 297. including the role of correctional personnel relative to institutional programs.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 119 Criminal Justice CRJ 148 Juvenile Institutions CRJ 190 Financial Investigations CRJ 218 Drug Investigative Strategies 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: CRJ 110 This course introduces the current Prerequisites: CRJ 110 perspectives dominant in the field of finan- This course focuses on juvenile institutions, This course examines both the procedural cial investigations. Concepts of law and their purpose and function; differentiating and administrative functions of a drug evidence; sources of information including between detention and institutional treatment. enforcement unit to include case initiation, financial institutions; business financial record management of investigative resources, sur- CRJ 150 Introduction to Victims of keeping; and tracing funds, using a variety of veillance, undercover operations, Crime and Trauma methods and interviewing as they apply to management philosophies and personnel 3 Credits detecting and resolving financial crimes, are field training agents. Prerequisite: CRJ 110 discussed. Emphasis is placed on theoretical principles and applications of financial inves- CRJ 220 Human Relations and Social This course introduces students to the role tigative techniques. Conflict the crime victim plays in the criminal justice sys- 3 Credits tem. The traditional response that a crime CRJ 210 Constitutional Law 3 Credits Prerequisite: CRJ 110 victim receives from the system is studied and the psychological, emotional and finan- Prerequisite: CRJ 110 This course highlights the environmental cial impact that these responses have on organizational and socio-psychological This course studies the powers of government as victimization are analyzed. dimensions of social control. The study of they are allocated and defined by the United individual attitudes, beliefs and behavior CRJ 151 Domestic Violence States Constitution; intensive analysis of United involved in role conflicts, community rela- 3 Credits States Supreme Court decisions. tions and conflict management in the social Prerequisite: CRJ 110, 150 or permission of CRJ 211 Criminal Behavior structure are covered. instructor 3 Credits CRJ 225 Crisis Intervention This course examines the role of women and Prerequisite: CRJ 110, PSY 102 or 3 Credits the abuse of women in history, different theo- permission of instructor Prerequisite: CRJ 110, 150 or permission of ries about spouse abuse and research on the This course identifies prominent theories of instructor subject. The course also examines the treat- societal reactions to crime and their applica- ment for both the victim and the perpetrator This course provides an understanding of cri- tion to specific crime problems. Examination of domestic violence as well as children of vio- sis theories and examines the role of the of the question of crime causation from lent homes. Colorado law pertaining to interventionist. legal, social, political, psychological and theo- domestic violence, changes in society’s atti- retical perspectives, history and development CRJ 235 Delinquent Behavior tude and actions toward domestic violence is of criminology are explored. 3 Credits covered as well. CRJ 214 Colorado Revised Statutes Prerequisite: CRJ 110 CRJ 152 Sexual Assault 3 Credits 3 Credits This course focuses on the adolescent who Prerequisite: CRJ 110 violates social and legal norms and the con- Prerequisite: CRJ 110, 150 or permission of sequences for the individual and society. You instructor This course is designed to provide you with an study the social and psychological factors understanding of the principles and concepts This course examines sexual assault begin- influencing individual delinquent patterns. of the Colorado Criminal Code. ning with definitions and describing the CRJ 239 Managing Emergency degrees of sexual assault, i.e. penalties and CRJ 216 Juvenile Law and Procedure Worker Stress realities of punishment. Myths, statistics, ser- 3 Credits 3 Credits vices, treatment and prevention are Prerequisite: CRJ 110 discussed. Both the rapist and the adolescent Prerequisite: CRJ 110 or permission of offender are profiled. The pro-active approach is This course is analyzes the socio-legal opera- instructor taken with regard to prevention. tion of the Juvenile Court, focusing on the This course provides you with an under- substantive and due process rights of CRJ 153 Violence Against Children standing of trauma reaction and stress minors. Legal reasoning underlying the juve- 3 Credits management for the first line responders, i.e. nile law as it operates at all levels of police officers, victim advocates, paramedics Prerequisite: CRJ 110, 150 or permission of government is also discussed. and firefighters. Practical application of cop- instructor ing skills and stress management for first line This course includes an in-depth study of responders is discussed. physical, sexual and emotional abuse and neglect of children. The course focuses on identification and treatment of abusive families and victims of abuse and on the response of the legal system, the community and human service agencies.

120 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Early Childhood Ed CRJ 240 Criminal Investigation CRJ 288 Grantwriting for Non-Profit EARLY CHILDHOOD 3 Credits Organizations Prerequisite: CRJ 110 2 Credits EDUCATION Criminal investigative methods and This course focuses on the specifics of procedures are introduced and include pre- grantwriting for non-profit organizations. It ECE 101 Introduction to the Early liminary through the follow up stages. provides step by step details for an accept- Childhood Profession 3 Credits CRJ 245 Interview and Interrogation able grant proposal. Additionally, the 3 Credits difference between government grants and This course introduces the early childhood Prerequisite: CRJ 110 private sector grants is explored. This course profession. Topics include the history of is designed for beginners, but those wishing early childhood care and education, profes- This course studies the technical and legal to refresh their knowledge in this area are sionalism, curriculum, program management, approaches used in gathering desired infor- encouraged to participate. mation from victims, witnesses and suspects. health and safety, an overview of child devel- The fundamental characteristics of questioning CRJ 290 Special Topics: Criminal Justice opment, early childhood care and education and the use of psychological influences are 1/2 - 5 Variable Credits models and current issues. This overview examined. covers prenatal through age eight. Prerequisite: Some topics may be restricted CRJ 246 Traffic Investigation and to criminal justice practitioners ECE 102 Early Childhood Profession Management Lab Experience This course is designed for flexible utilization and 3 Credits 3 Credits covers specific topics and current issues in the Prerequisite: CRJ 110 criminal justice system. This course is offered Prerequisite: Pass FBI background check; This course is an overview of the skills and as needed for credit appropriate to the topic health screening including TB tine and HIB concepts necessary to complete an accurate and each offering includes a description of tests investigation of a traffic collision. Traffic man- the topic(s). agement concepts, selective traffic Corequisite: ECE 101 enforcement and safety issues are discussed. This course develops skills for observing and CRJ 255 Organization and DEVELOPMENTAL: recording children’s development and behav- Management of Institutions EDUCATION ior. Moreover, you examine and practice 3 Credits appropriate methods for interacting with, guid- Prerequisite: CRJ 110 ing, caring for and teaching young children. If EDU 090 Seminar in Peer Tutoring This course consists of the history of penal and working in a licensed center, students must 1-3 Credits correctional management organization of cor- meet state licensing requirements. rectional institutions, management processes, This seminar prepares you to be effective ECE 103 Guidance of Children leadership, control principles and implications tutors of their peers through course lecture, 3 Credits for the future. practical experience and small group ses- You explore the theories and techniques for CRJ 256 Classification and Treatment sions. The variable-credit, open-entry format of Offenders allows you flexibility in scheduling and an understanding and guiding children’s behav- 3 Credits opportunity to investigate certain features of ior. The components of a guidance system Prerequisite: CRJ 110 teaching techniques. are examined including the child, the family, other caregivers and the physical environment. This course covers the process through EDU 092 Portfolio Development which the custodial, educational, vocational and Workshop ECE 111 Infant and Toddler Theory treatment needs of the offender are deter- 1 Credit and Practices mined. 3 Credits This course is for those of you who are inter- CRJ 287 Adult Survivors of ested in using the portfolio process to apply You explore theories, applications and issues Childhood Molestation for Credit for Prior Learning. You learn to such as staff/family interaction, pertinent to 3 Credits identify, assess, analyze and document col- infants and toddlers in the areas of social, Prerequisite: CRJ 110 or permission of lege-level prior-learning gained through work emotional, language, cognitive and physical instructor and life experience and to prepare a portfolio development. These concepts are related to the individual’s developmental progression, This course provides the potential victim for use in applying for credit for prior learn- including prenatal. You also examine the advocate with the latest treatment modalities for ing. victims who are adult survivors of childhood needs of children in group and family set- molestation. It also focuses on the possible tings, including health, safety and nutrition long term destruction mannerisms (Post issues and state requirements for licensed Traumatic Stress Disorder) as well as the infant/toddler homes and centers. immediate trauma. How this type of crime can impact its victims’ physical, mental and emotional attitudes, thereby affecting their personal and professional lives is explored.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 121 Early Childhood Ed ECE 112 Care and Nurturing of ECE 118 Supporting Children’s ECE 238 Child Development Infants/Toddlers Lab Emotional and Social Development 4 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: ENG 121, ASSET written score Prerequisites: ECE 238 or PSY 238 Prerequisite: Pass FBI background check; of at least 43 and reading score of at least health screening, including TB tine/HIB tests preferred; ECE 227 41, or permission of instructor Corequisite: ECE 111 You examine theories of social and emo- This course explores the growth and devel- tional development as a framework for opment of the child from conception through This course is a supervised lab experience conceptualizing the way young children the elementary school years. Physical, cogni- working with infants and toddlers in either a acquire social/emotional skills. You observe, tive, emotional, psychosocial and college lab school or an approved licensed plan, facilitate and evaluate developmentally setting. Priority is focused on the develop- appropriate group and individual activities in environmental factors are emphasized. The ment of essential observation skills; initial the areas of interpersonal sills and self con- concept of the whole child and how adults implementation and evaluation of developmen- cept. The effects of play and families or origin can provide a supportive environment for chil- tally appropriate practice with infants and on a child’s emotional/social well being are dren is also discussed. You construct a case toddlers; and the acquisition of skills necessary emphasized. study of a child through guided independent to guide and facilitate the development of observation exercises. ECE 205 Nutrition and the Young Child children of varying social, cultural and eco- 3 Credits ECE 287 The Exceptional Child in the nomic backgrounds. You are required to Integrated Setting participate in seminars. If working in a This course provides parents and teachers 3 Credits licensed center, you must meet state licens- with information about nutrition and the ing requirements. effects of sound nutrition on the optimal Prerequisite: ECE 238 growth and development of young children. In This course explores developmental pro- ECE 115 Creativity and the Young Child addition, you plan meals and snacks appro- gression, activities, techniques and learning 3 Credits priate to the needs of the young child. strategies to be used within the integrated Developmentally appropriate activities for This course emphasizes strategies to environment. You study acommodations develop, implement and evaluate activities to the exploration of nutrition education and cooking are included. and adaptations for the unique and varied support a curriculum in an environment that needs of children from birth through ele- encourages and supports creative self ECE 216 Administration: Human mentary school. You also examine a wide expression and problem-solving in children. Relations for the Early Childhood range of exceptionalities. Developmentally appropriate practices as Profession they relates to music, movement, art, drama, lit- 3 Credits ECE 291 Special Topics: Early erature, play and other avenues are Childhood Education This course focuses on the human relations 1⁄2 -3 Credits integrated. component of an early childhood ECE 116 Supporting Children’s professional’s responsibilities. The course This course is designed for flexible utilization, cov- Language and Cognitive Development covers director/staff relationships, staff ers specific topics and current issues in early 3 Credits development, leadership strategies, parent/ childhood education. This course is offered professional partnerships and community as needed for credit appropriate to the topic Prerequisites: ECE 238 or PSY 238 interaction. and each offering includes a description of preferred; ECE 227 the topic(s). ECE 226 Administration of Early This course examines theories of cognitive and Childhood Care and Education ECE 295 Childhood Education language development as a framework for con- Programs Professional Issues ceptualizing the way young children acquire 3 Credits 3 Credits thinking skills. You observe, plan, facilitate and This course examines and interprets evaluate developmentally appropriate group Prerequisite: ECE 238 in addition to 20 Colorado’s minimal licensing requirements, as and individual activities in the areas of language, credit hours in ECE coursework; ASSET writ- well as optimal standards, pertaining to the science and math, as well as problem-solving ten score of at least 43 and reading score of operation of programs for young children. The at least 41, or permission of instructor and logical thinking. The value of play is also course focuses on establishing a new center, emphasized. administrative functions and advocacy. It is sug- This course provides a discussion of the ECE 117 First Start: Children with gested that you take this class at the end of commitment and responsibility involved in Disabilities your ECE course of study. being an early childhood professional. The course discusses current practices, early 3 Credits ECE 227 Methods/Techniques: childhood issues/advocacy and the Curriculum Development You explore child care services for infants, tod- roles/responsibilities of the early childhood 3 Credits dlers and young children with disabilities and professional. chronic conditions. This course focuses on Prerequisite: ECE 238 or PSY 238 is preferred strategies, activities and adaptations that assist This course includes the foundation of cur- you with the inclusion of children with disabili- riculum development. It addresses the ties and chronic conditions in child care overall and specific processes of planning programs. Health and legal experts, parents appropriate learning environments, materials and children with disabilities and chronic and experiences that meet the developmen- conditions are consulted in order to present tal needs of individuals or groups of children accurate and useful information. from birth through age eight.

122 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Electricity ECONOMICS ELECTRICITY— EIC 150 DC Circuit Fundamentals INDUSTRIAL/ 4 Credits ECO 118 Labor Relations COMMERCIAL Prerequisite: EIC 105, MAT 105 or 3 Credits equivalent This course is an in-depth analysis of labor EIC 100 Electrical Construction and This course covers the principles of DC economics, collective bargaining, labor laws Planning electricity and magnetism with emphasis on and the role of government in labor 4 Credits Ohm’s, Kirchoff’s and Watt’s laws to analyze relations. circuits’ voltage current and power. Common Prerequisite: CON 105 or permission of measuring instruments and safety is also dis- ECO 119 Applied Economics instructor cussed. 1-4 Credits This course teaches the planning of electri- EIC 155 AC Circuit Fundamentals This course emphasizes basic economics cal system installations from blueprints 4 Credits that relate to the role of the small business per- through the completed job. Preparation of son and the wage earner. material lists, job sheets and time schedules Prerequisite: EIC 105, 150 or permission of for various phases of construction are instructor ECO 175 Government and the U.S. Economy included. It also emphasizes the National This course covers the principles of AC elec- 3 Credits Electrical Code. tricity, magnetism, inductive and capacitive circuits; use of phasors to represent AC This course deals with development of gov- EIC 105 Basics of AC and DC Electricity 4 Credits quantities; the concept of reactive volt- ernment’s role in the national economy. amperes and power factor; and use of ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics This course covers resistance, current, volt- instruments, including VOM’s and oscillo- 3 Credits age and power in AC and DC circuits; scopes. It explores the principles of polyphase measurements; computation of series and alternating current systems; Wye and Delta This course studies the American economy, parallel circuits; circuit analysis and trou- circuit configurations and stresses safety pro- stressing the interrelationship among the bleshooting with basic test equipment. cedures. household, business and government sectors. You explore saving and investment EIC 110 Electrical Installations I EIC 160 Electrical Instruments and decisions, unemployment, inflation, national 4 Credits Measurements income accounting, taxing and spending This course covers residential building 4 Credits policies, the limits of the market and govern- wiring in conformance with the current Prerequisite: EIC 105 or permission of ment, public choice theory, the Federal National Electrical Code and local codes instructor Reserve System, money and banking and using nonmetallic cable. This course empha- international trade. sizes proper use of tools and safety. This course covers the proper techniques for using electrical instruments, including ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics EIC 120 Electrical Installations II volt/ohm, amp, phase rotation, oscilloscopes 3 Credits Prerequisite: EIC 110 or permission of and recording meters. Instrument transform- This course studies the firm in depth, the instructor ers for journeymen and in-plant electricians nature of cost and how these relate to the This course explores commercial and indus- are also discussed. economy as a whole. It analyzes economic trial building wiring in conformance with the EIC 170 Solid State Devices and models of the consumer perfect competition, current National and electrical Code and Circuits monopoly, oligopoly and monopolistic com- local codes using electric metallic tubing and 4 Credits petition. You also explore economic issues other raceways. The emphasis is on proper Prerequisites: EIC 105, 150, 155 or permis- including market power, population growth, use of tools and safety. positive and negative externalities, income dis- sion of instructor EIC 130 National Electrical Code I tribution, poverty and welfare, discrimination This course explores the basic properties of 4 Credits and international economic interdependence. diodes, transistors, triacs, SCRs and other This course teaches Chapters 1 through 4 of solid state devices. Applications of solid state the National Electric Code and local code devices in control and power conversion and requirements for electrical installation. the circuits in equipment likely to be encoun- EIC 135 National Electric Code II tered in power installations are covered. 4 Credits EIC 190 Electrical Code Calculations 4 Credits Prerequisite: EIC 130 or permission of instructor This course discusses calculations used in the application of the National Electrical This course is a continuation of EIC 130. It Code. Sizing of branch circuit and feeder covers chapters 5 through 9 of the National conductors and calculating ratings of protec- Electrical Code, including hazardous tive devices are emphasized. locations; special occupancies, conditions, equipment; and tables.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 123 Electricity EIC 205 Advanced Electrical Planning EIC 225 Programmable Controllers ELECTRONIC 4 Credits 4 Credits DIGITAL/COMPUTER This course explores the planning and layout Prerequisite: EIC 105 and 220 or of large commercial and industrial electrical permission of instructor TECHNOLOGY installations. This course studies the use of solid-state EDT 110 Direct Current Circuits EIC 210 Advanced National Electrical control equipment, primarily the programmable 7 Credits Code controller and associated solid-state sensors to 4 Credits control equipment, machinery or complete This course is designed to give you a solid Prerequisite: Permission of instructor processes. Topics include concepts of solid- foundation in the theory and measurement of state logic, characteristics of solid-state direct current (DC) circuits. This course is an Advanced National sensors; conversions of relay logic control EDT 120 Alternating Current Circuits Electrical Code course for the in-plant techni- systems to programmable control systems; 7 Credits cian. It emphasizes interpreting NEC rules and microprocessor-based systems and that apply to industrial/ commercial remote control of processes. You design, Prerequisite: EDT 110 or permission of installations. Maintenance electricians and implement and test control systems in the instructor residential wiremen desiring to upgrade their laboratory to meet specifically-assigned This course is designed to give you a solid knowledge of these rules can benefit from control problems. This course emphasizes foundation in the theory and measurement of this class. accuracy, safety and National Electrical Code alternating (AC) circuits. EIC 215 Advanced Code Calculations requirements. EDT 130 Digital Logic Devices 4 Credits EIC 230 AC/DC Machines: Theory of Electronics and Applications Prerequisite: Permission of instructor 7 Credits 4 Credits This course is an extension of EIC 190. It Prerequisite: EDT 120 or permission of Prerequisite: EIC 155 or permission of emphasizes calculations for sizing conduc- instructor instructor tors, conduits, fittings, protective devices, This course introduces digital circuits relays related to branch circuits, and feeders This course is a comprehensive study of the applicable to computers and for motor loads. Other loads as they apply to characteristics of DC, polyphase and single instrumentation. Code, logic gates, memory industrial/commercial situations are also phase motors and generators and their devices, counters, shift registers and Baleen explored. Sizing of transformers and power industrial applications. Laboratory work algebra are also covered. Basic troubleshoot- factor correction calculations are discussed includes parallel operation of generators, ing techniques are included. Emphasis is on as well. speed/ torque relationship in shunt, com- electronic applications. pound and series motors and operation of EIC 217 Electrical Estimating/Costing variable speed drives. This course stresses EDT 140 Linear Circuits 4 Credits National Electrical Code requirements, main- 7 Credits The fundamentals of electrical estimating, tenance and safety. Prerequisite: EDT 130 or permission of material takeoffs from prints, required labor EIC 235 Transformers and Power instructor hours, material loss allowances and schedul- Distribution ing to insure orderly work progress are all 4 Credits This course deals with operational amplifiers and discussed in this course. their use as voltage followers, inverting and Prerequisite: EIC 155 or permission of noninverting amplifiers, summing amplifiers, EIC 220 Industrial Electrical Controls I instructor 4 Credits integrators and differentiators and applica- This course studies the theory of operating tions of each. Bridge circuits used in sensing Prerequities: EIC 105 or permission of power and instrument transformers; modem and measuring equipment and electronic instructor methods of delivering electrical energy from instruments are included. Analog to digital This course studies the application of electri- point of generation to point of utilization. conversion techniques and equipment as cal and electromechanical sensing/ control Single and polyphase, circuit connections, related to digital control of an analog system devices; heating, ventilating and air condition- voltage regulation and short circuit calcula- are also covered. Basic troubleshooting ing applications, motor control, conveyor tions are verified in the laboratory. This techniques are included. Emphasis is on drives and other industrial applications. You course stresses safety, National Electrical electronic applications. design control systems to meet assigned con- Code requirements; installation and mainte- EDT 210 Computer Hardware ditions, use principles of relay logic to nance considerations. 7 Credits prepare correct ladder diagrams, and wire EIC 240 Fire Alarm Fundamentals Corequisites: EDT 220 up, test and trouble-shoot their systems in 4 Credits the laboratory. The course stresses accuracy, This course prepares you for certification tests safety and National electric Code require- This course covers terminology, symbols, used by the Computing Technology Industry ments. diagrams, devices, circuits and wiring. Basic Association Part 1. Red Rocks Community layouts and principles involved in fire alarm College has no control over changes made system design and construction. by this agency to its A+ Certification Program.

124 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Electronic Digital/Computer Tech

EDT 216 Microprocessor EDT 260 NOVELL Certified CNE & EDT 270 NOVELL Certified CNE & Programming Part A Master CNE Part 1 Master CNE Part 2 2 Credits 7 Credits 7 Credits Corequisite: EDT 110 Prerequisite: EDT-220 or permission of Prerequisite: permission of department chair department chair This course introduces the use of computers, This course prepares students for Certified and is designed for those students interested in This course prepares you for Certified Network Engineering tests used by NOVELL electronics. An overview of programming and Network Engineering tests used by NOVELL Inc., Part 2. Red Rocks Community College has operating systems is presented. Inc., Part 1. Red Rocks Community College has no control over changes made by NOVELL no control over changes made by NOVELL to its CNE Program. EDT 217 Microprocessor to its CNE Program. Programming Part B EDT 271 Microsoft Certified 2 Credits EDT 260 Novell Certified CNE and Preparation for MCSE Part II Master CNE Part I 7 Credits Prerequisite: EDT 216 or permission of 7 Credits instructor Prerequisite: EDT 261 Prerequisites: EDT 230 and 240 Corequisite: EDT 130 This course prepares you for Microsoft This course prepares you for Novell Certified Certified tests. This course provides training for This course is a continuation of EDT 216. tests. This course provides training for an indi- you if you already have some experience in EDT 220 Computer Troubleshooting vidual with experience in computer computer hardware, DOS and computer soft- and Support hardware, DOS and computer software. ware. Instruction includes system software 7 Credits Instruction includes system software inter- interpreting and writing as well as trou- Corequisite: EDT 210 preting and writing as well as troubleshooting bleshooting techniques. The most important techniques. The most important factor is the factor is the hands-on training in a real shop This course prepares you for certification hands-on training in a real shop environ- environment. This is part two of three parts tests used by the Computing Technology ment. This is part one of the four parts required for the Microsoft MCSE program. Industry Association Part 2. Red Rocks required in the Novell Master CNE program. Community College has no control over EDT 280 Novell Certified CNE and Master CNE Part III changes made by this agency to its A+ EDT 261 Microsoft Certified Preparation for MCSE Part I 7 Credits Certification Program. 7 Credits Prerequisite: EDT 270 EDT 230 Microprocessor In Networks Prerequisites: EDT 230 and 240 Part 1 This course prepares you for Novell Certified 7 Credits This course prepares you for Microsoft Netware Engineering tests. This course pro- Corequisite: EDT 240 Certified tests. This course provides training for vides training for a CNE or equivalent with you if you already have some experience in experience in computer hardware, DOS and This course provides a thorough understand- computer hardware, DOS and computer soft- computer software. Instruction includes sys- ing of the OSI networking model and its ware. Instruction includes system software tem software interpreting and writing as implementation. You use an assembler to interpreting and writing as well as trou- well as troubleshooting techniques. This is write their own multi-layer network. This is bleshooting techniques. The most important part three of four parts required for the part 1 of a 2-part course. A strong computer factor is the hands-on training in a real shop Novell Master CNE program. background is recommended prior to taking environment. This is part one of three parts this course. Red Rocks Community College has EDT 281 Microsoft Certified required for the Microsoft MCSE program. Preparation for MCSE Part III no control over changes made by this agency 7 Credits to its Certification Program. EDT 270 Novell Certified CNE and Master CNE Part II Prerequisite: EDT 261 EDT 240 Microprocessor In Networks 7 Credits Part 2 This course prepares you for Microsoft Prerequisite: EDT 260 7 Credits Certified tests. This course provides training for Corequisite: EDT 230 This course prepares you for Novell Certified an individual with experience in computer hard- Netware Engineering tests. It includes netware, DOS and computer software. This course provides a thorough understand- work selection, design, installation, support Instruction includes system software inter- ing of the OSI networking model and its and management. This course provides training preting and writing as well as implementation. You use an assembler to for an individual with experience in computer troubleshooting techniques. The most write their own multi-layer network. This is hardware, DOS and computer software. important factor is the hands-on training in a part 2 of a 2-part course. A strong computer Instruction includes system software inter- real shop environment. This is part three of background is recommended to taking this preting and writing and troubleshooting three parts required for the Microsoft MCSE course. Red Rocks Community College has techniques. The most important factor is the program. no control over changes made by this hands-on training in a real shop environ- agency to its Certification Program. ment. This is part two of four parts required for the Novell Master CNE program.

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EDT 285 Novell Certified CNE and EMP 106 Exercise Design EMP 200 Hazard Mitigation Planning Master CNE Part IV 11⁄2 Credits 3 Credits 7 Credits Prerequisites: EMP 101, 105 or This course gives you a good working knowl- Prerequisite: EDT 270 permission of instructor edge of the standards, regulations, and processes of planning and working in group This course prepares you for Novell Certified This course provides knowledge and devel- activities. This course also helps students Netware Engineering tests. This course pro- ops skills that enable you to train a staff and develop planning programs for hazard miti- vides training for a CNE or equivalent with to conduct an exercise that tests a commu- gation which includes exercises in the experience in computer hardware, DOS and nity’s plan and its operational response development of plans for mitigation of haz- computer software. Instruction includes sys- capability. ards. tem software interpreting and writing as EMP 107 Computer Systems Information well as troubleshooting techniques. This is EMP 240 Leadership and Influence 3 Credits part four of four parts required for the Novell 1 Credit Master CNE program. This course provides you with knowledge This course enables you to lead and influ- and skills to operate computer programs ence others in the demanding setting of designed to enhance planning and informa- emergency management by increasing their tion to control and mitigate disasters and EMERGENCY range of skills in a variety of interpersonal gather needed information to safely and areas including conflict management, use of MANAGEMENT effectively make strategical decisions. AND PLANNING power, and group dynamics, as well as lead- EMP 108 Mass Casualty ership and influence. 1 Credit EMP 101 Introduction to Emergency EMP 241 Decision Making and Management This course provides you with an under- Problem Solving 3 Credits standing of the function, goals and operation 1 Credit of mock exercises and preplanning. This course enables you to clearly identify a This course presents a broad overview of an Hazards and the cause of these hazards and problem and its cause in order to determine emergency management system and the methods to correct them are discussed. You the appropriate type of decision making style. importance of an integrated approach to study the effects from hazards to life and prop- Using a suggested process of problem solv- managing emergencies. You formulate the erty. elements of an integrated teamwork system ing, participants are able to apply creative and devise specific actions for improving EMP 109 Community Emergency solutions to both emergency and non-emer- their own contributions to local emergency Response and Incident Command gency situations. 3 Credits management teams. The course is for all dis- EMP 242 Effective Communications ciplines that work together in planning for or Prerequisites: EMP 101, 105 or 1 Credit responding to emergencies. permission of instructor This course is designed to sharpen the pre- EMP 105 Emergency Planning This course explores the dynamics of manag- sentation and media skills of emergency 3 Credits ing major emergency incidents. The National management officials when giving and This course is provides the skills and knowl- Incident Command System utilized in the receiving information in emergency man- edge needed for hazard mitigation planning instruction. Major incidents where large life, agement contexts. The course addresses not and implementation. You formulate a property, or economic losses are possible only public speaking, but also other areas of rationale for mitigation of natural hazard vul- are studied. Actual incidents are discussed communication, such as one-on-one interac- nerability; assess the applicability of and analyzed. This course recognizes that tions, small group discussions, written proposed mitigation strategies; develop a learning from the experience of others in communication, listening skills and dis- hazard mitigation plan using the process, for- handling major emergencies is required in semination of public information through mat and content. You also have the the preplanning of emergencies in our own the media. communities. opportunity to diagnose the problems of a EMP 244 Developing Volunteer hypothetical hazard team, and propose EMP 110 Exercise Evaluation Resources changes to improve its operation and effec- 11⁄2 Credits 1 Credit tiveness. In addition, you are given a This course is designed to improve your abil- description of a region-unique hazard, in This course develops knowledge and skills ity to deal with a broad range of issues in the which they assess vulnerability, identify that enable you to manage exercise evalua- management of volunteers. Issues covered existing hazard mitigation systems, recom- tion activities before, during and after an include identification of tasks provided by mend mitigation activities, estimate cost, and emergency management exercise. organized groups which require volunteer ser- develop a strategy for implementation of mit- vices, skill definition and specification of igation measures using HMGP funds. qualifications, publicity and recruitment, skill development and maintenance, and motivation strategy that promotes continued involvement and quality performance.

126 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Engineering Graphics Tech EMP 246 Capstone Seminar EMERGENCY ENGINEERING 1⁄2 Credit MEDICAL SERVICES GRAPHICS The PDS Capstone Seminar is for emergency management personnel who have com- TECHNOLOGY pleted all field Professional Development EMS 227 Emergency Medical (Formerly Drafting Technology) Series courses. This seminar builds on the Technician—Basic concepts offered in other courses and intro- 10 Credits EGT 100 Technical Drawing duces other topics of interest to the career This course is designed in cooperation with 9 Credits emergency management professional. Topics the St. Anthony Hospital EMS department to include liability issues in emergency manage- train students to become certified This course is for architectural and/or ment, media considerations, FEMA mechanical drafting majors, pre-engineering Emergency Medical Technicians—Basic level. perspectives, stress management and criti- students and anyone seeking instruction in This course teaches you how to take vital cal incident stress debriefing, human basic engineering board graphics. Course behavior in disasters, team building, motiva- signs of patients, perform basic life support content includes use and care of equipment; tion and community awareness. (CPR), splinting and bandaging, prehospital drawing board techniques; orthographic, care and treatment of trauma, illness, burns auxiliary, sectional and isometric projection EMP 280 Public Policy and care during transport to a hospital. This 1 Credit methods; and sketching. You learn how to course meets all DOT Standards and upon render drawings to ANSI, AIA and other This course heightens awareness of public successful completion students may take the applicable drawing standards. policy issues inherent in emergency man- Colorado State Department of Health, EGT 110 Basic CADD Applications agement. Discussions and exercises cover Emergency Medical Technician—Basic 6 Credits public policy analysis, executive roles, hazard Certification exam. evaluation, establishing public policy and Prerequisite: EGT 100 or equivalent media relations. This course serves all emphasis areas of EMS 237 Paramedic Technician* EMP 291 Public Information engineering graphics. Course content 23 Credits 3 Credits includes fundamentals of layout, construction This course provides you an opportunity to This course is presented by St. Anthony and dimensioning techniques as applied to practice and expand skills. It is a highly inter- Hospital Institute of Emergency Medical two-dimensional drawings; systems and active course that includes workshops on Services and teaches anatomy and database management; and production of writing, public speaking, media interviews, physiology, roles and responsibilities, EMS computer-generated drawings to ANSI, AIA and other applicable specifications. and awareness campaign development. This systems, medical/ legal considerations and course also discusses media relations and EMS communications. The course also EGT 120 Intermediate CADD public information planning. explores rescue, major incident response, Applications 3 Credits EMP 292 Radiological Fundamentals stress management, medical terminology, (FCRRT) general patient assessment, airway and venti- Prerequisite: EDT 110 or equivalent 2 Credits lation, pathophysiology of shock, general This course serves all areas of technical This course provides local radiological pharmacology, trauma and burns. graphics. Course content includes producing response team members and others with Management of respiratory problems, acute two-dimensional working drawings using information on radiation protection, radia- abdomen, genitourinary, reproductive system, applications of geometric construction, inter- tion detection instruments, radiological anaphylaxis, toxicology, alcoholism and drug section and development methods; and monitoring techniques, radiological hazards and overdose and abuse, infectious diseases, animation techniques. Databases and file protective actions, team building, and basic environmental emergencies, geriatrics, management systems are used in the learn- procedures to support planning for emer- pediatrics, OB/Gyn/neonatal problems and ing experience to improve and increase gency/ recovery activities in the event of a behavioral emergencies are also covered in production time of technical drawings. radiological incident. detail. EGT 130 Three-Dimensional CADD EMP 297 Cooperative Education Applications (Internship) 3 Credits 1-6 credits * Completion of course work at Red Rocks Prerequisite: EGT 120 or equivalent This course must be arranged through the Community College does not guarantee office of Cooperative Education and with acceptance into the St. Anthony Hospital Fundamentals of three-dimensional models, approval of your Advisor. This Internship Paramedic Program. two-dimensional extraction’s and file/ data- allows students to gain experience and base manipulation are taught using knowledge from on-the-job training. construction methods of three-dimensional Positions are non-paid. wire, three-dimensional thickness and solid models.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 127 Engineering Graphics Tech

EGT 220 Technical Illustration EGA 121 Intermediate CADD— EGA 208 Floor Systems 3 Credits Architectural 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: EDT 120 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGT 120 or equivalent This course includes preparing illustrations Wood and concrete floor systems applied to from engineering drawings, production parts, This course is for those of you seeking an residential architecture are discussed in this photographs, prototypes and verbal descrip- architectural applications emphasis. course. tions. Application of isometric and free-hand EGA 131 Three-Dimensional EGA 209 Roof Design techniques apply illustration to reference lay- CADD—Architectural 2 Credits outs, brochures and technical manuals dealing 3 Credits with assembly, installation, operation, mainte- Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent nance and repair of machines, tools and Prerequisites: EGA 121 and EGT 130 or How floor plans and site elevations influ- equipment. Preparation of drawing is on the equivalents ence roof designs, and the typical roof board and CADD. Advanced applications of three-dimensional designs applied to residential architecture are EGT 235 Rendering Methods construction techniques are applied to an discussed in this course. 3 Credits architectural construction model. The 3-D model is constructed using current building EGA 212 Electrical Plans Prerequisite: EGA or EGM 231 or equiva- methods, UBC and other local codes. 1 Credit lent EGA 203 Site Orientation Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent This course explores some of the graphic 1 Credit Circuits and symbols of electrical plans as techniques used to model two-dimensional and they relate to architectural drawings are stud- three-dimensional architectural and/or Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent ied and applied in this course. Graphic mechanical drawings. The effects of environmental and physical conventions used to represent electrical EGT 255 Model Building factors such as topography, climate, ori- plans are applied to drawings. 3 Credits entation, view, solar, wind and sound have on building design are covered. EGA 213 Plumbing Plans Prerequisite: EGA or EGM 231 or 1 Credit equivalent EGA 204 Plot Plan Layout 1 Credit Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent Methods of constructing architectural mod- Residential plumbing is discussed and the els and/or mechanical prototype models are Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent influence plumbing has on the design of a discussed and applied. Legal descriptions, plot plan requirements building. Graphic conventions used to repre- EGT 260 Portfolio Presentation and surveyors notes are used to create plot sent plumbing plans are reviewed and 1 Credit and plat drawings. applied to drawings. Prerequisite: EGA or EGM 131 or EGA 205 Exterior Design EGA 214 HVAC Plans equivalent 1 Credit 1 Credit You will learn interviewing skills and how to Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent prepare a portfolio. Interviews with industry Factors influencing design of homes, such as Requirements and applications of heating, ven- professionals provide some expertise on review boards, codes, site considerations, tilation and air conditioning are studied and what to expect in industry, resume writing, neighborhoods, access and style applied to discussed. The application and HVAC plans and cover letters. How to interview a com- residential architecture are presented in this and design considerations are applied to pany, job shops and what salaries to expect course. drawings. are covered as well. EGA 206 Foundation Systems EGA 215 Windows and Doors EGT 265 Presentation Graphics 1 Credit 1 Credit 3 Credits Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGA or EGM 241 or equivalent Types, components and design considera- Design factors and product information are tions of foundations applied to residential studied and discussed in this course. Graphic Techniques used to create camera-ready art- construction are examined in this course. representation in elevation and cross-ection work from architectural and/or mechanical are applied. drawings are applied in this course. EGA 207 Framing Systems Computer animation is also introduced. 3 Credits EGA 216 Millwork and Cabinet Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent Layout 1 Credit Platform, post and beam, timber, balloon and Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent steel framing methods applied to residential architecture are discussed in this course. This course studies the selection and application of millwork and cabinets and their influence on the design of a building or remodel.

128 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Engineering Graphics Tech

EGA 217 Stair Construction and Layout EGM 121 Intermedidate CADD— EGM 231 Mechanical 1 Credit Mechanical Design/Drafting I 3 Credits 6 Credits Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGT 120 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGM 131 or equivalent A variety of stair designs are studied and This course introduces the concept of multi- applied to residential drawings. The emphasis This course is for those seeking a mechanical ple part mechanical assembly and detail of this course is the influence of stair design applications emphasis. Two-dimensional drawings. Included may be cast, machined, drawings of gears, cams, fasteners, linkages on building layout, design and applications of welded and purchased parts and operating UBC code. and mechanical assemblies are produced to mechanisms. Part call-outs, material lists, increase an understanding of CADD applica- drawing organization and appropriate dimen- EGA 218 Fireplace Construction and tions and improve basic mechanical design sion systems such as precision and/or Layout concepts. metric applications are included. 1 Credit EGM 241 Mechanical EGM 131 Three-Dimensional Design/Drafting II Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent CADD—Mechanical 6 Credits Fireplace styles and design criteria are stud- 3 Credits Prerequisite: EGM 231 or equivalent ied and discussed in this course. Use of Prerequisites: EGM 121 and EGT 130 or cross-sections and elevations are empha- All drafting courses for an AAS degree in equivalents sized. Mechanical Drafting culminate in one or Advanced applications of three-dimensional more final projects in design problems in areas such as robotics, aerospace, jig and fix- construction techniques are applied to a EGA 231 Architectural ture, tool and dies and biomedical. Projects mechanical assembly. Design/Drafting I require full documentation details and pre- 6 Credits sentation of graphics and documentation. EGM 205 Assembly and Detail/GP & T Prerequisite: EGA 131 or equivalent EGM 245 Manufacturing Processes 3 Credites 3 Credits Fundamental understading of building Prerequisite: EGM 131 or equivalent design, concepts and construction methods Prerequisite: EGM 241 or equivalent are developed by preparing working draw- This course provides information on the This course provides an introduction to man- ings with necessary details for framing, brick interpretation and use of geometric posi- ufacturing processes, product development, and steel construction. Four basic designs tioning and tolerance symbols and terms as materials, material specifications, casting and are used as models: the one story or ranch, presented in ANSI (ASME) Y14.5M specfici- forging methods, design techniques, the one and one-half story, the two story and ations. Use of datums, feature control, basic machining processes, machine features and the split-level. Only one desing is chosen and demensions, geometric tolerances, material drawing representation applying ANSI (ASME) a full set of detail drawings produced. condition, position tolerance and how these Y14.5M specifications. symbols and techniques apply to assembly EGM 248 Hardware and Welding Processes EGA 241 Architectural and detail drawinags requiring a high level of 3 Credits Design/Drafting II machine technique as it apples to the aero- 6 Credits space industry. Prerequisite: EGM 241 or equivalent Prerequisite: EGA 231 or equivalent This course covers a variety of fastening EGM 215 Mechanisms and Drives devices and welding processes. Content of Ideas, sketches and layouts are used to cre- 3 Credits fasteners curriculum includes screw threads, ate working drawings of a customized design thread cutting, thread forms, thread represen- Prerequisite: EGM 131 or equivalent with an emphasis in remodeling and renova- tations and notes, washers, dowels, pins, rings tion. Detailed construction drawings are This course includes linkage mechanisms, key and key seats, rivets, springs and cus- produced using CADD two- and three- gears, cams and drives such as those used in tomized fasteners. The welding units provides dimensional applications per AIA, UBC and hydraulics and pneumatics. Use of vendor an introduction to processes, welding drawings local codes. catalogs and specifications are stressed dur- and symbols, weld types and symbol usage. ing the design process.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 129 Energy Technologies ENERGY ENT 141 Passive Solar Systems I ENT 295 Passive Solar Design Project 3 Credits 5 Credits TECHNOLOGIES Prerequisite: ENT 101 Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

ENT 101 Introduction to Energy This course presents a state-of-the-art study This course is a technical project including a Technologies on the design and installation techniques of written and approved proposal, scheduled 3 Credits passive/natural solar energy systems. progress reports and a finalized set of drawings. This course introduces the energy ENT 145 Passive Solar Retrofit technologies in use today and those that are 3 Credits ENT 298 Solar Lab 3-12 Credits in the research stage as possible alternatives. Prerequisites: ENT 101, 141 Among the technologies presented are Prerequisites: Limited to second-year This course explores the principles and pri- active solar heating, passive solar heating, students, permission of instructor wind energy systems, biomass, photo- mary features behind a wide range of passive voltaics, co-generation, low and high head solar options for existing homes. The course This course enables you to improve your hydro, hydrogen, geothermal, power towers also provides instruction concerning the site basic solar construction skills, such as and energy storage systems. survey and energy conservation measures soldering, brazing, use of power tools, panel prior to installing retrofit design and con- design and construction. ENT 125 Basic Solar Design and Layout struction details on various passive retrofit 3 Credits projects. Analysis of performance of each type of retrofit are also taught. Prerequisite: ENT 101 ENGLISH ENT 153 Renewable Energy Writing and reading assessment is required This course presents you with a practical Construction design approach to solar energy systems for you if you are a new student before 4 Credits or during registration. The results are used and collector piping and ducting layouts as This course introduces solar construction to advise students into courses in which they apply to buildings. This course also they are prepared to succeed. explores construction techniques for new techniques, terminology and construction and retrofit applications. materials in detail. Moisture and air quality in tight construction are also covered, as well as ENG 031 Learning Unlimited English ENT 126 Solar Collectors an overview of the building shell and interior Review 3 Credits walls. 1 Credit Prerequisite: ENT 101 ENT 225 Solar Domestic Hot Water This course is intended for those who want to improve or review grammar and writing This course introduces the principles of Systems 3 Credits skills in order to pass standardized tests, pre- design and operation of solar panel arrays, pare for course work or enhance their ability material analysis and construction Prerequisites: ENT 101; PLU 107 in everyday grammar, usage and writing. This features of flat plate collectors, mounting This course provides a working knowledge of course is totally individualized and self- techniques and construction of a basic air sizing, installation, maintenance of solar paced. and liquid collector array. It also covers distri- domestic hot water systems, residential bution from collectors to storage and applications, components, parts and cost ENG 094 Sound and Spelling building, mechanical and plumbing codes as efficiency analysis. 1-3 Credits they apply to the solar industry. ENT 226 Solar Panel Installation This is a refresher course in spelling and pro- ENT 127 Solar Systems Estimating 4 Credits nunciation. It emphasizes understanding and Marketing Prerequisites: ENT 101, 126; PLU 100 dictionary pronunciation keys, spelling rules, 4 Credits vocabulary and spelling problems common to This course presents the installation of all Prerequisites: ENT 101, 125, 126 college level writing. It provides for oral and writ- types of panels on all types of roofs. Vertical ten approaches to improve spelling ability. This course covers cost estimating for active wall mounting techniques are also covered. solar systems and marketing techniques for ENT 242 Passive Solar Systems II ENG 100 Composition Fundamentals sales of solar systems. 4 Credits 3 Credits ENT 132 Basic Solar Controls Prerequisites: ENT 101, 141 Prerequisite: An ASSET written score of 40+ 4 Credits and a reading score of 38+ This course presents an advanced study of This course familiarizes you with the controls in passive design in buildings, advanced cal- This course prepares you to enter freshman general use today for solar domestic hot composition and introductory technical writ- water systems. Numerous controller brands culations and material and cost efficiency analysis. ing courses. This course emphasizes basic are worked with in order to understand the var- sentence structure, grammar and punctua- ious operating characteristics. Add-on options, tion, and paragraph development. such as freeze protection and over-temperature protection and various methods of their implementation are discussed. Trouble- shooting on a systems level and preinstallation checkout of various controllers are covered.

130 Red Rocks Community College Catalog English As A Second Language

ENG 121 English Composition I ENG 222 Creative Writing II ESL 094 Writing 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in Prerequisite: ENG 221 or permission of Usually offered at the basic, intermediate and ENG 100 and an ASSET written score of 43+ instructor advanced levels. You begin with informal writ- and a reading score of 41+ This course continues the development of ing tasks and progress toward the more formal written expression in such forms as poetry, modes of academic writing. Emphasis begins This course emphasizes the planning, writing, fiction, and/or nonfiction writing. with coherent sentences and builds through and revising of compositions and the devel- well-structured paragraphs to unified short opment of critical/logical thinking and reading ENG 225 Topics In Advanced essays skills. You will write a minimum of five essays Composition ESL 095 ESL Intensive that stress analytical, evaluative, and persua- 1-3 Credits sive/argumentative writing. 8 Credits This course deals with specific themes and This is an intensive English program which pre- ENG 122 English Composition II structures relating to uses of the English lan- pares ESL students and others to succeed in 3 Credits guage. Lessons range from exercises in mechanical structures to explorations of contemporary everyday interactions in per- Prerequisite: ENG 121 implications for human communication and sonal, business and college environments. This This course enables you to produce writing action. program develops comprehensive skills in that effectively uses research. You learn to grammar, writing, reading, listening, conversa- analyze, summarize, synthesize, evaluate, tion and pronunciation and consists of three and interpret a variety of information from ENGLISH AS A primary and secondary sources. This course levels including basic through advanced. also covers mechanical issues necessary for SECOND LANGUAGE Placement is determined during orientation composing research papers, including outlin- prior to the first class. ing, paraphrasing, incorporating direct ESL 090 ESL Spelling/Vocabulary quotations, documenting information (inter- ESL 096 ESL Communication for Business 3 Credits nal and works cited pages), writing styles, 3 Credits and library skills. This course is designed for you if you are This course is usually offered at the inter- without an educational background in ENG 131 Technical Writing mediate and advanced levels for those who 3 Credits English. Basic spelling principles and funda- are not yet ready for college level courses mental vocabulary are taught with an This course develops skills you can apply to a but would like to improve their English emphasis on auditory perception to increase variety of technical documents and job needs. through reading, writing and conversation You learn principles for organizing, writing, listening and speaking abilities. and revising clear, readable documents with specific emphasis on business related for industry, business, and government. ESL 091 ESL Communications material. Placement is determined during ori- 3 Credits entation prior to the first class. ENG 215 Play Writing 3 Credits This course is for those students with ESL 098 TOEFL Preparation This course enables you to learn and prac- limited English speaking ability. The course 3 Credits tice play writing techniques. Elements of emphasizes developing oral communication This seminar course is offered for credit or dramatic structure, dialogue, styles, and the- skills. You practice listening/ speaking for atrical practices are emphasized. This non-credit (without a grade). You study how to everyday survival as well as preparation for course is co-scheduled with THE 215 and improve your scores on all sections of the higher-level ESL courses. may be taken as ENG 215 or THE 215 but TOEFL exam (Listening Comprehension, not both. ESL 092 ESL Reading Structure and Written Expression, and ENG 221 Creative Writing I 3 Credits Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension), using 3 Credits sample tests and preparation exercises. This course is usually offered at the basic, Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in intermediate and advanced levels. You pro- ENG 121 or 131, an ASSET written score of 43+, a reading score of 41+, or permission gressively increase their vocabulary while of the instructor learning to recognize thematic ideas and build skills toward comprehension of the sophisti- This course introduces the imaginative uses of language and composing techniques and cated reading materials in a college classroom. terminology necessary for the creation and ESL 093 ESL Grammar appreciation of short fiction and poetry. Instruction consists of discussions, readings 3 Credits and in-class critiques of your work. This course is usually offered at the basic, intermediate and advanced levels. You pro- gressively master the structures of English grammar while learning to integrate its use in reading, writing and conversation.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 131 Environmental/SafetyTech ENVIRONMENTAL EST 151 Introduction to EST 254 Emergency Response Environmental Laws and Policies Hazardous Materials Technician AND SAFETY 3 Credits 6 Credits TECHNOLOGY This course introduces you to the framework This course provides first responders with of federal and state environmental regula- advanced knowledge of hazardous materials ENV 101 Introduction to tions. It includes an overview of regulatory handling and incident mitigation. The course Environmental Science authority and the requirements of the covers competencies required by OSHA and 4 Credits National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), NFPA for Hazardous Materials Technicians. the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Subjects covered include chemical, physical This course introduces you to the basic con- Conservation and Recovery Act and the and toxiocological concepts, effects of expo- cepts of ecology and the relationship Superfund. sure to responders, personal protective between environmental problems and bio- equipment, decontamination, site safety logical systems. This course also includes EST 211 Pollution Prevention plans, Incident Management systems, con- discussions on biology, chemistry, geology, 3 Credits tainer design, risk and incident assessment, energy, natural resources, pollution and envi- This course presents information on haz- hazard control and monitoring equipment. ronmental protection. ardous waste minimization and reduction. Emphasis is placed on waste minimization EST 261 RCRA Compliance EST 107 Hazardous Materials Operations and source reduction techniques and pro- 3 Credits 3 Credits gram implementation. This course presents the regulations, proce- This course studies the physical and chemical EST 225 Air Pollution dures, policies and directives for hazardous properties of hazardous materials, hazard 3 Credits waste compliance and inspections according recognition, risk assessment, incident analysis, to the Resource Conservation and Recovery information sources, container behavior, per- This course examines the requirements of the Act (RCRA). The specific generator, trans- sonal protective equipment, decontamination Federal Clean Air Act and the Colorado Air porter, and treatment, storage and disposal and defensive response actions to hazardous Quality Control Act. Topics include stationary (TSDF) requirements are covered in detail. material emergencies. The course is designed and mobile sources of air pollution, The course includes the relationship between for personnel responding to hazardous emissions inventories, emissions estimation, EPA, state officials and businesses for the material emergencies and is based on air dispersion modeling, air pollution treat- implementation of RCRA inspections. OSHA and NFPA requirements. ment technologies and indoor air pollution. EST 231 Site Remediation EST 265 Environmental Auditing EST 112 Chemistry of Hazardous 3 Credits Materials 3 Credits 4 Credits This course covers the techniques or actions The purpose of an environmental audit is to determine facility compliance with environ- This course introduces the fundamental con- for handling a hazardous substance release into mental regulations. This course presents an cepts of chemistry and their application to the environment. Topics covered include meth- in-depth study of the audit process and hazardous chemicals. Topics include chemi- ods to prevent or minimize the release, includes liability and ethical issues, regulatory cal an physical properties of matter, chemical treatment technologies, monitoring, disposi- compliance, how to prepare for and com- bonding and specific characteristics and tion of hazardous wastes and contaminated plete an audit, report preparation and use of chemical basis for hazards of flammable liq- materials and other control activities. findings and benefits of an audit program. uids and solids, oxidizing agents, corrosives, EST 241 Environmental Sampling toxic compounds, explosives, radioactive 4 Credits EST 268 Site Assessments materials and cryogenic and compressed 3 Credits gases. All aspects of environmental sampling are presented in this course. Presentation of This course prepares you for a Phase I Site EST 132 Environmental Health course topics are followed by field work in Assessment for property transfers or as and Safety which you will sample groundwater, surface required by a property or regulatory investi- 3 Credits water, drums, tanks, soil and air. Course pre- gation. You actually prepare a Phase I Site This course presents the fundamentals of sentations include sampling techniques and Assessment during the course. health and safety during the handling of haz- methodology, sample preservation, packag- ardous materials and wastes. The course is ing and shipment as well as sample control. based on OSHA requirements and includes topics in hazardous materials identification, chemistry, toxicology, general safety procedures and emergency response and hazardous waste clean up operations.

132 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Film/Video Tech EST 270 Risk Assessment FILM/VIDEO FVT 160 Video Post Production I 3 Credits 3 Credits TECHNOLOGY This course covers the basics of the evalua- Corequisite: FVT 105 tion of the environmental and/or health You edit two production projects in this risk resulting from exposure to a pollutant. FVT 105 Video Production I course while completing other editing assign- The course reviews the exposure and toxicity 3 Credits ments and learning the basics of broadcast assessment process and the estimation of Corequisite: FVT 160 signal, VTR operations, vectorscope, risk. This course is a hands-on introduction to waveform monitors, timecode, edit decision EST 280 Environmental Compliance video production. You work in pairs structur- list creation and editing aesthetics. You are 3 Credits ing and shooting original projects to be edited expected to work on the Sony, JVC, and Panasonic cuts only edit systems, both in This course provides you with opportunities to in FVT 160. You are responsible for learning and outside of class time. study special topics of interest or and handling departmental cameras, tripods significance or are current environmental and lights while working on projects outside FVT 200 Video Production II concerns. Topics vary but follow important and of class time. Class time is divided between 3 Credits current regulatory and industry issues. examining video production in the textbook and production planning. Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160 EST 290 Transportation of Hazardous Corequisite: FVT 215 Materials FVT 150 Development of Film 3 Credits Expression You engage in more advanced productions 3 Credits This course introduces you to the using more sophisticated techniques and Department of Transportation (DOT) regu- This course examines the nature and struc- equipment in completing two original video lations pertaining to the transportation of ture of film/video expression concentrating productions. Preproduction planning and bud- hazardous materials and wastes. The course on the way directors, editors and cinematog- geting, working with actors and resource includes topics in the selection of proper raphers use visual techniques to serve the management with the aim of maximizing pro- shipping names, completion of shipping narrative. You watch films in their entirety and duction value are stressed. papers and manifests, shipper, carrier and analyze them for their mise en scene (lighting, FVT 205 Film/Video Camera driver responsibilities and the requirements composition, camera position and movement, Equipment and Techniques for packaging, marking, labeling, placarding lens, depth of field and the use of screen 3 Credits and loading and unloading hazardous material space) and editing techniques. This course Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160 or shipments. transforms you from a passive to an active viewer of film/video. permission of instructor EST 295 Environmental Management FVT 153 Introduction to 16mm Film This course examines how video and 16mm 3 Credits Production cameras work, and various techniques used in composition and the acquisition of images. This course examines international and 3 Credits Lenses, light, filters, formats, CCD’s, cranes, global perspectives on Environmental Health This course is an introduction to the dollies, and jib-arms are discussed and uti- and Safety (EHS). The course helps you processes and considerations involved in lized. The narrative importance of different understand the complicated network of film production. The course covers film camera angles, movements and focal planes national and international organizations develp- stocks, laboratory and processing, crew posi- are analyzed. You are required to shoot spe- ing these standards. Topics covered include tions and responsibilities, rudimentary lighting cific exercises both in and out of class. standards develpment, guiding principles for and exposure considerations. This is a business, environmental management sys- course that involves both textbook and hands- FVT 206 Film/Video Lighting and Grip tems such as ISO 14000 and harmonized on work. 3 Credits standards of the European Union. FVT 155 Script Writing for Film/Video Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160 or 3 Credits permission of instructor This course develops your screenwriting Basic lighting equipment (lights, stands, nets, skills. It focuses on the basic format of the flags, grids, diffusion, light meters, wave- craft, scene construction, genre conventions, form, etc.) are covered. Lighting aesthetics three act structure, characterization and idea in both interior, exterior, location and studio generation. You develop and complete a settings; lighting for closeups, large areas and shootable script for a thirty minute film/video product shots and balancing for color tempera- production by the end of this course. ture are explored.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 133 Film/Video Tech

FVT 208 Sound for Film and Video FVT 254 Introduction to Digital FVT 280 Introduction to AVID 3 Credits Editing—Adobe Premiere Media Composer 3 Credits Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160 Prerequisite: 105, 150, 155, 160, 200, Prerequisite: CIS 110, FVT 105, 150, 160 215, 254 This course covers sound acquisition (equipment and techniques), matching sound to This course is an introduction to digital non- Corequisite: FVT 270 image (perspective and sync), as well as post linear video editing in our high end Mac lab. You are introduced to the four AVID Media production methods (ADR, foley, voice over, Digitizing, compression boards, outputting music) on both analog and digital formats. and integrating with other software (After Composer 8000’s in the AVID Training This is a hands-on course using professional Effects) are covered. Video, audio, stills and Center. Inputting, outputting, editing on the standards and teaches students to maintain graphics are integrated in a final project out- timeline, database management, titling, effects creative control over audio. put to tape or CD. and sound are covered. You are allotted time outside of class to learn the system and edit FVT 209 Production Management FVT 260 Screenwriting for Feature Films Techniques 3 Credits FVT 270 projects. 3 Credits Prerequisite: FVT 105, 160, 150, and 155 Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160 FVT 290 Acting/Directing Workshop This course is for students who are interested in Students direct several scene studies with pro- This course is one of Colorado’s finest, most in writing for feature film markets. You develop fessional actors while classmates and faculty depth production management courses. You a 30-40 page “treatment” for a feature length critique the interpretation and realization. break down a one hour TV show into its com- screenplay including all of the elements (scenes, ponent parts, then plan and schedule the shoot structure and characters) of the finished script using production boards. You complete a full without dialogue and detail. FVT 297 Cooperative Education professional budget for the shoot including pre- Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160, 200, 215 FVT 265 Advanced Screenwriting for production, production and post-production Feature Films This is an internship that is arranged by you considerations. 3 Credits and approved by the instructor. You are FVT 215 Video Post Production II Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 155, 160, and required to work a minimum of 160 hours in 3 Credits 260 the industry. Internships may include KRMA Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160 Channel Six, Arvada Community Television, This course enables you to develop treat- Corequisites: FVT 200 ments written in FVT 260 into finished feature Denver Community Television, Dewey/ Obenchain Films, Denver Center Media, Reel You edit your Production II projects utilizing A/B length (120 page) screenplays. By the end of roll techniques with Beta SP output as well as the course you should have a marketable, Things, Lighting Services Inc. or other places. completing other assignments. Editing aes- polished script. Experienced writers with a thetics, cutting on action, cutting for narrative, script under development may also join this FVT 299 Independent Study course. rhythm editing, and cutting for continuity are Prerequisite: FVT 105, 150, 160, 200, 215, stressed. You use Video Toaster 4000, Studio FVT 270 Film/Video Production III 270 or permission of instructor 16 digital audio, and United Media edit con- 3 Credits troller (CMX) and Alladin Pinnacle as well as This independent study course includes the Sony PVE 500 A/B roll controller both in Prerequisite: 105, 150, 155, 160, 200, 206, advanced projects for students in film or and out of class. 209, 215 video, production or post-production. FVT 220 16mm Production Corequisite: FVT 254 or 280 3 Credits This course is designed for advanced students. Prerequisites: FVT 105, 150, 153, 160 Individual projects are initiated using film or video for acquisition, mastered or transferred This course explores the 16mm crystal sync to Beta SP or digital formats, and cut on Avid camera and the crystal Nagra for sound sync or another digital nonlinear online system with procedure. Other areas covered during pro- multiple audio tracks. This course is for the duction of a class project include crew creation of a show reel leading to employment positions and responsibilities, lighting, story in the industry. You are expected to perform boarding, film stocks and labs and the to industry standards of professionalism. telecine process. You shoot on film and then edit on video.

134 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Fine Woodworking FINANCIAL SERVICES FIS 218 The Trust Business FIW 108 Toolmaking and Jigs 3 Credits 1-8 Credits

FIS courses (required or electives) are not This course reviews the trust department, This course is intended to broaden the capa- offered at Red Rocks Community College. including how the trust department fits into the bilities, speed and accuracy of the Contact the American Institute of Banking overall banking business, the service it pro- woodworker through the utilization of jigs (AIB) at Independence Plaza, 1050 17th vides and, in general, how those services and specialty tools. You are expected to con- Street, Suite 450, Denver, CO 80265, are delivered. The changing role of the trust struct several projects of progressing difficulty. (303) 294-0556. department is highlighted. Examples might be a box joint jig, a router table, a mock dovetail jig and spring pole FIS 219 Residential Mortgage Lending FIS 205 Bank Investments and Funds lathe. Instructor involvement is required for 3 Credits Management selection of projects. 2 Credits This course focuses on the residential mort- FIW 110 Furniture Repair gage lending environment and gives you a This course provides you with the knowl- 1-8 Credits edge and skills they need to implement better understanding of the fundamentals of their bank’s investment and funds manage- mortgage lending. You learn to describe the This course recognizes the need to repair ment strategies to earn an acceptable return mortgage lending industry, including the and restore furniture and teaches you how to without undue risk. market, customer base, government regula- make moulds, repair veneers, replace broken tions and alternative mortgage instruments. and missing pieces and reassemble a recon- FIS 206 Law and Banking You also learn to identify the benefits, ditioned piece. You are expected to provide 3 Credits requirements and classifications of mortgage furniture of sufficient complexity to challenge This course provides reviews the legal insurance; process and underwrite a residen- their skill level. Joinery, carving, stripping aspects of banking. It equips you with a clear, tial mortgage loan; market residential loans; and refinishing are all appropriate to non-technical understanding of all aspects of and identify general principles of real estate. encounter in this course. You also are able to describe the secondary the legal system that directly affects banks. FIW 115 Advanced Joinery mortgage market and how mortgage-backed 1-4 Credits FIS 210 Consumer Lending securities have become important to mortgage 3 Credits lenders in the market. This course examines all types of joinery This course provides an overview of the con- from decorative to the most complex of hand sumer credit operation by examining the role and machine cutting techniques and learn of consumer credit in overall banking opera- FINE WOODWORKING their respective qualities in regards to strength, material and adhesive selection, wood tions. This course also offers an (Also see Carpentry.) understanding of the consumer credit func- movement and the properties of different tion within a bank. joints. A project incorporating many of these FIW 105 Joinery joints will be expected. FIS 212 Commercial Lending 1-4 Credits 3 Credits FIW 116 Cabroile Leg and Queen This course explores different types of wood Anne Furniture This course focuses on the commercial lend- connections utilizing both hand and power 1-8 Credits ing environment and how the commercial tool techniques in frame and carcass joinery. lending business is organized. You learn how You are expected to cut, fit and assemble This course uses the Queen Anne style to the commercial lending business is organized projects to demonstrate their knowledge. force the furnituremaker to depart from recti- and how it contributes to the profitability of the linear form and create curves and bends in FIW 106 Plane Making wood. Patternmaking and building from institutions and how the commercial lending 1-4 Credits process functions from the initial loan appli- drawings to create a chair, table, cabinet or cation through collection. This course explores the tradition of a crafts- similar piece is expected. man making their own tools and offers an FIS 217 Principles of Banking FIW 118 Lathe Turnings explanation of that ideal within the creation of 3 Credits 1-4 Credits hand planes. You determine what type of con- This is an introductory course which exam- struction techniques to use in building their This course through spindle and face plate ines almost every aspect of banking. It project through research of old methods and turnings the capacity of the lathe are exam- provides a comprehensive look into the examination of current practices with the final ined. Glued-up, green and off-center turnings diversified services offered by the banking outcome demonstrated by using their new may all be tried as well as duplication of industry. This course includes materials on tool. multiple parts. Sharpening, various finishing bank accounting, pricing and profitability and techniques and tool selection are also exam- expands the discussion on the ined. personnel and security functions of the bank.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 135 Fine Woodworking

FIW 120 Advanced Furniture and FIW 200 Veneering and Marquetry FIW 211 Shop Carpentry Cabinet Construction 1-4 Credits 1-8 Credits 1-8 Credits This course covers the surface decoration of Prerequisite: Permission of instructor After completion of this course you should wood, both edge and face treatments This course is for the non-site, shop carpenter have produced a finished piece of salable through the use of thin, often expensive, and includes jig and patternmaking; quality with a demonstrated understanding of exotic or figured woods. Man-made and solid stationary power tool maintenance and adjust- the materials available, their sources, shop substrates for veneering are examined as well ment; machining of woods; and techniques drawings, various construction and finishing as available patterns, styles, marquetry unique to shops, cabinetmakers and millwork- methods and reasonable design and techni- techniques and creating multiple layer banding ers. cal skills. for a project. FIW 213 Furniture Making FIW 122 Wood Carving FIW 205 Tablemaking 1-4 Credits 1-4 Credits 1-8 Credits This course teaches furniture design, con- This course allows you to experiment with This course involves the study and construc- struction techniques, material selection, knife and gauge to discover the many possi- tion of flat surface utilizing one of the wide joinery, bending, laminating, veneerwork and bilities of wood decoration through carving variety of potential styles, sizes, materials and casework details. and the qualities of numerous materials. techniques available. Solid and sheet goods Ultimately you are expected to produce sam- are examined as will alternative construction FIW 215 Cabinet Installation, ples of chip and relief carvings to demonstrate methods and their various qualities. Countertops and Built-Ins what’s been learned. Fastenings, edging and movement concerns 1-4 Credits are explored. FIW 125 Finishing Wood This course covers the selection and installa- 1-4 Credits FIW 206 Chairmaking tion of factory built cabinets, countertops, 1-8 Credits built-ins and terminology, types, design, esti- This course allows you to research the wide mation and construction. variety of finishes available from the oldest for- This course utilizes chair construction to mulations to the bewildering array of modern examine some of the alternatives of machine FIW 217 Advanced Cabinetmaking films and stains. You experiment with a repre- and hand-tool construction as illustrated by 1-8 Credits sentative sampling of colorations and surface seat shaping through router surfacing vs This course expands the basic skills taught in finishes on numerous types of woods and inshave use, for examples. Spindle turnings, FIW 209. It includes a review of the types of finish a piece with a selected process. spokeshave use and compound angles may joints, gluing and hardware used in cabinets. be encountered in constructing a chair. FIW 128 Doormaking You become familiar with various types and 1-8 Credits Chair style often dictates resolving construc- designs of cabinets used in residential and tion dilemmas such as jointing compound commercial construction. This course involves the planning, design, curves and jig making for tapered legs with Construction of shop-built cabinets may selection and purchase of materials, con- fluting or reeding. include a variety of door styles and include struction, finishing and hanging of a door the proper use of power tools for creating you have made. Assorted styles of door con- FIW 209 Cabinetmaking 1-4 Credits various designs. The uses and application of struction, joinery, glues and fabrication plastic laminates are explored and students technique are examined. This course covers cabinet types, kitchen learn the proper installation of shop-built and cabinet design, layout, construction, FIW 150 Period Furniture Reproduction cabinets. 1-8 Credits hardware installation, materials, power tool use, accessories and estimation. This course involves researching and selecting a period and style of furnituremaking from FIW 210 Bending and Laminations 1-4 Credits the biblical era to contemporary times and building a reproduction piece. You examine This course involves the process of curving “then and now” techniques and materials while natural and man-made panels through a vari- selecting the construction process for their ety of methods including spaced kerfs, cold individual piece. Period reproduction lamination and steambending. Form con- becomes musical instruments, boats or other struction, various qualities of different wood items as you become involved in their species and adhesive selection are studied. research. FIW 152 Tools: Hand and Power, Portable and Stationary 4 Credits This course covers the safe use and care of hand and power tools—both portable and stationary. Through tool utilization, necessary skills are developed to pass competency and safety tests for each tool.

136 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Fire Science FIRE SCIENCE FST 104 Fire Protection Systems FST 110 Job Placement and 3 Credits Assessment TECHNOLOGY Prerequisites: FST 100, 102, 105 or permis- 3 Credits sion of instructor This course introduces entrance firefighter FST 100 Essentials of Firefighting This course provides you with an under- candidates to a program that they may use to (Firefighter I) standing of the principles and functions successfully begin a career in the Fire 3 Credits involved in the installation and use of sprin- Service. This course discusses the various Corequisite: FST 297 kler systems, special suppression systems, aspects of the Fire Service entrance exam and fire detection and alarm systems. You process and zeros in on the different compo- This course is a classroom section in which gain a working knowledge of where these nents of the exam including the written, the IFSTA 200 Essentials of Firefighting systems are needed in relation to life safety physical abilities, oral interview and resume hazards and various building occupancies Manual is taught. Basic firefighting skills in preparation. You learn to identify any defi- and types of construction. Fire department forcible entry, fire suppression, fire preven- ciencies they may have regarding various tion, equipment and basic fire ground involvement in systems maintenance and use are discussed. exam topics and to identify a means to procedures are covered. This course is improve in these areas. required if you are not presently working in FST 105 Building Plans and the fire service. Construction FST 111 Private Fire Protection Systems 3 Credits 3 Credits FST 101 Firefighter II Academy 8 Credits This course provides you with as much infor- This course is designed to give the non-fire- mation as possible about the various fighter student an insight into the installation, Prerequisites: FST 100, 297 methods of building construction, the materi- maintenance and inspection of automatic als used in building construction and their This course comprises of roughly 360 con- detection, suppression and alarm systems. relationship to methods of fire attack and Special extinguishing systems are also pre- tact hours and involves in-depth training in all extinguishment. Using the knowledge aspects of firefighting. Firefighting skill in fire acquired in this course, the firefighter can sented. The criteria that is used to determine ground operations is covered and all greatly enhance the efficiency and ease of extin- what type of protection system to utilize is required knowledge and skills are tested for guishment and the safety of the firefighting covered in depth. State Certification as Firefighter II. The course forces on the fire ground. FST 112 Fire Service Planning is hands on intensive and is held at a fire FST 106 Fire Inspection Practices 3 Credits academy training ground. 3 Credits This course provides you with the knowl- FST 102 Introduction to Fire Science This course provides you with an under- edge and skills to set goals for a fire and Suppression standing of the function, goals and operation department in budget, operations, training, 3 Credits of a fire prevention inspection bureau and equipment, prevention and administrative the importance of company inspections and This course presents a broad overview of fire needs. Items such as planning for expansion preplanning. Hazards and the cause of these and new fire houses are included. suppression and prevention in the public and hazards and methods to correct them are dis- private sectors. The rudiments of fire history cussed in depth. You are introduced to FST 113 Intro to Fire Prevention building construction, fire behavior, fire classes of building construction, occupancy Awareness department organization and management, hazards, protection systems and devices nec- 3 Credits chemistry of fire, fire and arson investigation, essary to protect building and occupancies methods of early detection and suppression, from hazards to life and property. This course enables you to introduce and hazardous materials management, and initial maintain fire prevention awareness and edu- FST 107 Hazardous Materials cational programs for private industry, fire attack and fire/emergency operations are Awareness/Operations Level studied. 3 Credits governmental agencies and to the public. FST 103 Firefighter Occupational Prerequisites: FST 100, 105; CHE 101 or FST 114 Fire Company Organization Health and Safety permission of instructor. Procedures 3 Credits 3 Credits This course studies the physical and chemical Prerequisites: FST 105, 297 properties of different compounds which ren- This course prepares Company Officers and der fire fighting abnormally dangerous and Shift Officers with skills needed to plan, orga- This course stresses on-scene and on-the- hazardous. The classes of compounds nize, and implement programs for the job causes of firefighter injuries and deaths. including flammable and combustible liquids, management and planning of all functions Case studies emphasize the importance of compressed gases, cryogenics, solids, associated with single company emergency determining the cause of injury and how to water reactive compounds, oxidizers, explo- and non-emergency functions. eliminate those causes. The importance of sives, Class A and B poisons, corrosives, on-the-job safety, the safety officer, diet, plastics and radioactive materials are cov- physical fitness, mental well-being and stress ered. These compounds, how they react to each other and endanger the life of the fire- management are discussed. fighter and society in general are also discussed. (State Certification)

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FST 115 Introduction to Industrial FST 122 Rope Rescue Module II FST 132 Structural Collapse Fire Protection 1 Credit 1 Credit 3 Credits This course is the intermediate Rope Rescue Basic structural principles and site evaluation as This course is designed for Fire Engineer stu- module that builds on the skills learned in well as causes and types of structural collapse dents and reviews the rudiments of fire Module I. This is a hands on course focusing and inherent hazards are explored. The forma- science as it pertains to the private or indus- on high angle rescue. Repel and belay sys- tion of voids and the probability of locating tems are reviewed, demonstration of victims is studied. Incident Command/Incident trial sector. Fire behavior and the chemistry lowering and raising systems, and single res- Management System with an emphasis on res- of fire are covered in depth. Human behav- cuer high angle rescues are performed in a cuer safety and organization at rescue scenes ior in life threatening situations, fire realistic field environment. is discussed. Toold, equipment and materials detection, suppression and alarm systems, used in addition to shoring techniques are fire extinguishing agents are also covered. FST 123 Rope Rescue Module III demonstrated and skills are developed prior to 1 Credit actual collapse scenarios. Realistic scenarios FST 116 Industrial Fire Prevention Prerequisites: FST 121, 122 provide actual hands-on experience. 2 Credits Communications systems and rescuer person- This is the last module in the Rope Rescue nel protective equipment significance and This course gives the Fire Engineer student an series and builds on the skills taught in the understanding of the function and goals of a selection are also covered. This is a module of previous two modules. High angle victim res- the Technical Heavy Rescue program. fire safety professional in private industry. cue is the central theme of this class. Victim Industrial fire hazards, the cause of these haz- evacuation using stokes litters both in FST 133 Trench Rescue ards and methods of correcting these hazards attended and unattended rescues are 1 Credit are discussed and illustrated in depth. OSHA accomplished on actual cliff sites. Raising Different soil types and the difference regulations pertaining to the establishment of and lowering systems are utilized for victim between trenches and excavations are dis- industrial fire brigades, their training, equip- evacuation with the stokes as well as some cussed. You become familiar with spoil piles ment, functions and duties, and the training of repelling. Medical treatment of victims is dis- and other collapse hazards as well as the cussed. employees other than the fire brigade are also dynamics of a trench collapse. Incident discussed. FST 127 Technical Heavy Rescue Command/Incident Management System and 3 Credits emergency scene control and organization are FST 120 Confined Space Entry and included in the classroom portion. Tools, equip- Rescue Prerequisites: FST 100, 120, 297 ment personal proctective equipment are 3 Credits This course is for those who have general discussed and demonstrated. Signs that might indicate victim location and techniques used This course provides students with the knowledge of the fire service and are at least Firefighter I certified (certifiable), and have to rapidly gain useful information from knowledge and skills to safely and effectively bystanders are included. Rescue vehicle loca- work and rescue personnel in a taken the Confined Space entry program. The course is the first in a series that focuses tion, the securing of all on-site construction confined space and follow all OSHA and on heavy extrication procedures. The equipment and traffic control considerations NFPA standards for confined space entry. course devotes an equal amount of time to are evaluated. Actual shoring and simulated victim rescue at a trench site offer you an FST 121 Rope Rescue Module I both lecture and practical exercises. opportunity to practice sills. This is a module 1 Credit FST 131 Technical Rope Rescue of the Technical Heavy Rescue program. 1 Credit This course is designed to give you the rudi- FST 134 Confined Space Rescue mentary skills necessary to accomplish low This course is designed to give you an intro- 1 Credit angle and moderate high angle rescues utiliz- duction to Rope Rescue in the Fire Service. ing rescue rope and its associated hardware. Emphasis is on basic equipment construction Different types of confined space environments and the hazards present are explored in You become familiar with the setup and mod- and limitations as well as basic inspection and maintenance procedures. Incident detail. Permit requirements and OSHA consid- ification of various rescue systems in order to erations are included. Atmospheric monitoring accomplish rescue in a changing environ- Command/Incident Management System at rope rescue incidents is discussed includ- and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and ment. This includes rope construction, knots, ing the role of Rig Master and Rescue Supplied-Air Breathing Apparatus are explored. types of hardware equipment, care and Operations Officer as well as Safety Officer. Various rescue equipment used during actual maintenance of equipment, belay systems, The difference between dynamic and static confined space rescues are available as you repel systems, lowering and raising systems equipment and systems is explored in addi- learn the use and limitations of this equipment. and related medical treatment of patients. tion to the dynamics of nylon tubular ICS/IMS at a confined space rescue incident are webbing and prussik cordage. Rescuer packag- discussed. You are exposed to the advantages ing, rigging and pre-loading as well as fall and and disadvantages of Radio and Hard-wired edge protection are discrssed and demon- communication systems. You become familiar strated. Rescuer rappel, lock-off and with different patient packaging techniques and self-rescue are also demonstrated. During the risk analysis differential used during a victim actual drill tower rappel scenarios, you have rescue versus recovery. Victim extrication tech- the opportunity to put the above skills to use niques are demonstrated and practiced during and practice. a simulated victim rescue at an actual confined space site.

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FST 135 Ice Water Rescue FST 150 Public Fire Prevention and FST 202 Fire Fighting Strategy and 1 Credit Education Tactics 3 Credits This course starts with discussing the relative 3 Credits strengths and hazards associated with dif- This course provides you with the knowledge Prerequisites: FST 102, 104, 107 or ferent types of ice. You are taught how to and skills to conduct prevention and educa- permission of instructor. quickly recognize and evaluate these types tion needs assessment, targeting audiences, and how to prepare a rescue plan accord- Basic firefighting tactics and strategy, meth- developing and delivering programs, and con- ingly. Patient evaluation and contact ods of fire attack, and preplanning are ducting fire prevention, safety inspections and techniques are included. Rescue equipment discussed in depth. Rescue procedures such courses. and techniques as well as shore support, belay as building collapse, cave-in, landslide and line and communications are discussed. The FST 151 Driver Operator vehicular accident extrication are also stud- stages of hypothermia are compared and 3 Credits ied. you are taught how to quickly recognize the differences. Actual victim rescue scenarios This course provides you with the knowledge FST 203 Fire Science Hydraulics through the ice using rescue suits, rescue and skills to safely operate emergency vehi- 3 Credits lines and a zodiac boat allow you to become cles according to NFPA standards and meets Prerequisites: FST 105, 209 and FST 297; familiar with and practice actual rescue tech- all requirements for State Driver Operator niques. The need for ICS/IMS at an ice water MAT 100 or permission of instructor Certification. You are able to display a knowl- rescue is included. This is a module of the This course provides a working knowledge of Technical Heavy Rescue program. edge of fire apparatus, operation of apparatus, pumps, aerial devices, driving, maintenance, the hydraulic calculations that are neces- FST 136 Swift Water Rescue and testing and demonstrate apparatus dri- sary in water supply and delivery in fire 1 Credit ving skills on a NFPA/State of Colorado protection and suppression. Hydraulic laws This is an awareness level program. Items driving course. and formulas as applied to the fire service are studied. studied in this course include fast water haz- FST 152 Wildland Firefighting ards and risk analysis. The science of 3 Credits FST 204 Fire Codes and Ordinances hydraulics and the associated dynamics are 3 Credits explored in order to allow you the opportu- This introductory course is designed to give nity to understand how victims are held in you a basic understanding of wildland fire and Prerequisites: FST 102, 104, 105 fast moving currents. Low head dams and the strategies and tactics involved during sup- vehicle rescues are major components and This course provides an overview of the pression operations. Fire line safety is also are studied in depth. Rescue techniques and Uniform Fire Code with reference to other covered in depth, emphasizing the wildland equipment including rope systems, throw applicable codes including the Uniform fire orders and watch out situations. You receive bags and personal flotation devices are dis- Building Code and Life Safety Code. After training which qualifies them as Certified cussed and demonstrated. Shore support taking this course, you should be able to Wildland Firefighters under the Incident and the importance of ICS/IMS at a swift apply the requirements of the Uniform Fire water rescue is included in this program. Command System and is recognized by the Code to practical job and inspection situa- Time is spent with a Swift Wateer Rescue National Wildfire Coordinating Group. Fire tions and prepare for the ICBO Certification Team and you will have an opportunity to behavior, fire weather, fuel types, safety exam. watch actual rescue scenarios. This is a mod- equipment and guidelines, incident size up, ule of the Technical Heavy Rescue program. determining resource needs, aircraft identifica- FST 205 Fire Cause Determination FST 137 Vehicle Extrication tion and capabilities, direct vs. indirect attack, 3 Credits burn-out, backfiring and map reading are 1 Credit This course provides you with proper meth- also covered. You learn the importance of establishing ods of conducting basic fire investigation, safety zones and implementing the ICS/IMS FST 201 Instructional Methodology determining area and point of origin, cause system at transportation emergencies involving (Fire Instructor I, II) and methods of fire spread, recognition and trapped victims. Utilities above and below 3 Credits preservation of evidence, arson law, constitu- ground, traffic, bridge and guardrail stability, tional law, interviewing court procedures and fuel systems, electrical systems and air bags Prerequisites: FST 100, 102 or permission of testimony are discussed. are all issues that are addressed and you are instructor taught techniques to assess and mitigate these hazards. Safety zones, vehicle stabilization This course studies management and opera- and resource management are covered. You tion of a training division and company learn the importance of rapid and accurate training. Emphasis is placed on the safety of victim evaluation, as well as victim access and firefighters on the fire ground, in training and stabilization. Various hand and power tools general on-the-job safety. Training tech- are taught in order to address a variety of sit- niques that have been developed and are uations commonly found at these recognized nationally are emphasized. The emergencies. Patient packaging techniques course also includes record keeping, and are included. This is a module of the state and national reporting requirements. Technical Heavy Rescue program.

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FST 206 Fire Company Supervision FST 253 Incident Command/ FST 257 Volunteer Fire and Leadership (Fire Officer I) Command of Major Incidents Administration 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisites: ENG 121; FST 102, 202 or Prerequisite: FST 202 This course provides volunteer fire chiefs permission of instructor and upper management with the skills and This course explores the dynamics of manag- knowledge needed to lead the fire service This course provides insight into the man- ing major emergency incidents. The National into the future and discuss problems and solu- agement of a fire company. Organization theory, Incident Command System is utilized in the tions inherent in the fire service and in management functions, and leadership skills instruction. Major incidents where large life, volunteer departments. are analyzed and discussed. Through the property or economic losses are possible are use of simulation and case studies, students studied. Actual incidents are discussed and FST 258 Wildland Fire Incident should gain knowledge of management and analyzed. This course recognizes that learn- Management and Organization leadership skills required of fire service man- ing from the experience of others in handling 3 Credits ager in both the staff and line capacities. major emergencies is required in the pre- Prerequisite: FST 152; 1 year of wildland fire planning of emergencies in our own FST 207 Strategy and Tactics II experience is preferred communities. 3 Credits This course introduces and develops super- FST 254 Hazardous Materials This course provides the skills and knowl- visory and decision making skills for fire line Technician Level edge for the career firefighter in handling management. The subjects covered match the 6 Credits complex fire, EMS, and hazardous materials curriculum required by the National Wildfire incidents and working with the incident com- Prerequisites: FST 102, 107 or Operations Coordinating Group under the Incident mand system, other resources, and private level certificate Command System. The course is taught in and public entities. mini-modules at the intermediate level that This course is designed to help first respon- may cover any or all of the following: I-200 FST 208 Codes and Ordinances ders achieve an advanced knowledge of Intermediate ICS, I-300 Multiple Resource (Advanced) hazardous materials handling and mitigation. ICS, S-230 Intermediate Firefighter, S-290 3 Credits This class goes beyond merely awareness. It Intermediate Fire Behavior, S-260 Fire studies the various options available to us in Prerequisite: FST 204 Business Management, S-270 Air bringing hazardous materials incidents to safe Operations, and S-205 Fire Operations in the This course provides you with advanced conclusions. Urban/Wildland Interface. These courses are skills and knowledge in the Uniform Fire FST 255 Fire Service Management preparatory for the Federal Interagency Code and Local Codes and Ordinances and 3 Credits Qualification trainee assignments for overhead in preparation for the ICBO Certification. personnel. Prerequisites: FST 105, 202, 206 FST 251 Fire Service and the Law FST 259 Wildland Fire Strategies and 3 Credits This course introduces you to current man- Tactics agement practices and philosophies. Real This course is designed to provide the pro- 3 Credits world applications from the supervisors view- fessional fire officer with detailed information point is stressed by using numerous and This course is identified training in the on federal, state and local laws and ordi- varied examples. In addition to organizing, National Interagency Incident Management nances that impact the fire service and delegating, planning, and controlling, the System. This training is required for those studies the OSHA and NFPA standards in course covers decision making, communica- personnel serving in the operations function depth. tion skills, conflict resolution, creativity and at the Strike Team/Task Force level or higher. FST 252 Arson Investigation innovation. The role of the manager in super- This course is designed primarily to instruct 3 Credits vising programs and divisions as it pertains to single resource bosses and initial attack inci- motivation, appraising budget, counseling, and dent commanders. It is also valuable for Prerequisites: FST 102, 205 or permission of handling discipline and grievances are dis- operations supervisors qualified at higher instructor cussed. The formal and informal work group management levels who have not received This course provides insight into the basics of are also discussed to some extent. training in wildland suppression fire investigation. How to determine area and tactics. Planning, making tactical decisions, FST 256 Fire Administration point of origin, and cause and method of managing resources, determining incident (Fire Officer III) spread of fire are discussed. Recognition resource needs, evaluating incident objec- 3 Credits and preservation of evidence of arson, arson tives, and deploying manpower and law, constitutional law, interviewing wit- This course is designed to provide the upper equipment are all covered in the following nesses, court procedures and testimony are management and fire chiefs with the skills and eight units. stressed. knowledge needed to manage and administer the needs of the fire department and to be an effective leader in today and tomorrow's changing fire service.

140 Red Rocks Community College Catalog French FST 260 Fire Related Collapse of FST 297 Fire Academy** FRENCH Buildings 4 Credit 3 Credits Corequisite: FST 290 The order of the topics and the methodol- Prerequisites: FST 102, 202 ogy vary according to the individual texts This course is a drill ground program where and instructors. This course gives you an insight into the dan- hands-on practice of topics covered in FST gers of structural failure of buildings caused by 290 are utilized. This course is held at a local fire. The course examines, in great detail, the FRE 101 Conversational French I subject of burning building collapse. The fire academy drill ground. This course is 3 Credits required for continuation into all FST 145 or course shows exactly how brick walls fall This is the first course in a sequence for above courses for those who are not down, explains exactly how floors cave-in, beginning students who wish to understand, and describes exactly how stairs collapse, presently in the fire service. read and speak French. The material includes fire escapes crumble, and truss roofs fail. The basic vocabulary, grammar and expressions main thrust of the course is to teach you how FST 297 Cooperative Education that are used in daily situations and in travel. to survive burning building collapse. (Internship) FRE 102 Conversational French II FST 261 Fire Operations in the Urban 1-6 Credits 3 Credits Interface 2 Credits This course must be arranged through the Prerequisite: FRE 101 or permission of office of Job Placement/Cooperative instructor Prerequisite: FST 152 Education and with approval of your advisor. This is the second course in a sequence for This course was developed under the This Internship allows students to gain expe- beginning students who wish to understand Interagency Curriculum established and rience and knowledge from on-the-job and speak French. The material continues to coordinated by the National Wildfire training. Positions are non-paid. cover basic conversational patterns, expres- Coordinating Group. The course is designed sions and grammar. This course may not to give fire line personnel skills to anticipate transfer to a four-year institution. and predict wildland fire behavior, weather FST 299 Independent Study and rates of spread. The course covers fire 1-6 Credits FRE 111 Foreign Language I 5 Credits environment, fuels classification, topography Prerequisite: Permission of instructor only and fire behavior, temperature-moisture rela- This course begins a sequence dealing with the This course encourages you to study tionship, fuel moisture, local and general development of functional proficiency in lis- winds, atmospheric stability and instability, advanced topics in areas of major concern to tening, speaking, reading and writing the keeping current with the weather, extreme both the citizenry and the fire service. The language. fire behavior, fire behavior affecting fire line credit earned from 299 courses is applied as FRE 112 Foreign Language II tactics and fire behavior predictions. elective credit only. Please see an advisor. 5 Credits FST 265 Risk Management and Liability Prerequisite: FRE 111 or permission of 3 Credits **These two courses (FST 100 and 297) are instructor This course alerts and informs fire depart- required for all who are not working in the This course continues the development of ments, fire boards and firefighters of civil and fire service. The objective of this program is functional proficiency in listening, speaking, criminal liabilities under the law. Colorado to give you an opportunity to get educational reading and writing the language. experience early in your pursuit of a fire ser- laws and statutes are reviewed by the FRE 211 Foreign Language III instructor. vice career in order to be able to compete 3 Credits academically with those who may already FST 290 Fire Science Advanced Prerequisite: FRE 112 or permission of Topics have experience in the fire service. These instructor 1-6 Credits courses are also the first step in achieving NFPA Firefighter I Certification. Courses are This course continues the development of This series of courses is designed to encour- offered in cooperation with local fire acade- increased functional proficiency in listening, age you to take advanced curriculum courses in speaking, reading and writing. areas of major concern to both the citizenry mies and Red Rocks Community College. and the fire service. The credit earned from FRE 212 Foreign Language IV 290 courses is applied as elective credit only. 3 Credits Please See an advisor. Prerequisite: FRE 211 or permission of instructor This course continues the development of increased proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing the language.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 141 General Education GENERAL GEOLOGY GEY 135 Environmental Geology 3 Credits EDUCATION GEY 111 Physical Geology This course introduces the relationship of 4 Credits applied geology to man’s environment. An GED 011 GED Preparation overview of geologic concepts and terminol- 1-3 Credits This course studies the materials of the earth, ogy precedes a study of geologic hazards the earth’s structure, surface features and the such as floods, landslides, avalanches, earth- This course is designed for those who need geologic processes involved in its develop- quakes and volcanoes. Surface and to prepare for the GED tests: Writing ment. This course includes a laboratory groundwater hydrology are emphasized and Skills, Social Studies, Science, Literature experience. man’s responsibility to protect these resources and Mathematics. Diagnostic testing is GEY 117 Map Reading from contamination. The geologic aspects of included to determine skill level. Practice 1 Credit environmental health, land use practices and tests in GED materials and simulated GED resource exploitation are reviewed and This course deals with the reading and inter- testing are provided. A free pre-GED test is related to legislation regarding environmental pretation of topographic and geologic maps. available. law. GEY 118 Rock and Mineral GEY 203 Map and Airphoto Identification Interpretation GEOGRAPHY 1 Credit 3 Credits This course focuses on the basic field meth- Prerequisite: GEY 111 ods for identifying igneous, sedimentary and GEO 105 World Regional Geography metamorphic rocks as well as the major rock This course is an introduction to the environ- 3 Credits forming minerals. ment using airphotos, maps and remote This course introduces the spatial sensing data. Emphasis is on the develop- GEY 119 The Great Ice Age ment of skills and reasoning ability required relationships between and among the geo- 1 Credit for the interpretation of geologic graphic regions of the world. Topics This course analyzes the effect of the Great features. Aspects of forestry, agriculture, include demographic and cultural (political, Ice Age on the development of North land use, engineering, urban planning and economic and historic) forces related to America and also explores theories of cli- industrial problems are reviewed. Laboratory the physical environments of selected matic change. work includes practical use of the stereo- regions. Methods of study include analysis scope, simple photogrammetric instruments, of and interrelationships between developed GEY 121 Historical Geology maps, photo-maps and air photographs. 4 Credits and developing regions. GEY 205 The Geology of Colorado Prerequisite: GEY 111 or permission of 2-3 Credits instructor GEO 106 Human Geography Prerequisite: Permission of instructor 3 Credits This course studies the physical and biological development of the earth through This course covers the geologic history of This course is an introduction to geographic the vast span of geologic time. It emphasizes Colorado, with emphasis on formation of perspectives and methods with applications the investigation and interpretation of sedi- mountain ranges, igneous, sedimentary and to the study of human activities, such as mentary rocks, the record of ancient metamorphic rock types ore deposits and resource utilization, agricultural practices, environments, fossil life forms and physical land forms. Field experience and/or class settlement patterns, migrations, cultural activi- events, all within the framework of shifting room lectures are used to cover the material. ties and industrialization. Special emphasis crustal plates. This course includes a labora- GEY 207 Geologic Field Methods is placed on spatial distribution, map inter- tory experience. 3 Credits pretation and human impact on the GEY 125 Continental Drift Prerequisites: GEY 111, 121 environment. 1 Credit This course is an introduction to geologic This course explores the history of mapping and methods of field investigation. continental movement and its relationship to Emphasis is on field identification of rocks; use earthquakes and volcanoes and the history of geologic instruments such as the Brunton of life. compass, hand level, Jacob’s staff, chain, etc.; preparing geologic maps; sampling techniques; notetaking; measuring and com- piling columnar sections and writing reports. Laboratory work is held outdoors.

142 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Graphics and Animation GEY 208 Geology Field Trip GERMAN GRAPHICS AND 2-3 Credits The order of the topics and the methodol- ANIMATION Prerequisite: Permission of instructor ogy vary according to the individual texts TECHNOLOGY and instructors. This course involves in-depth field studies into the geology of specific regions both GAT 106 Adobe Illustrator GER 101 Conversational German I within and outside Colorado. Trips lasting 3 Credits 3 Credits from one to several days length to the study Prerequisite: CIS 113 area constitute the major activity of the This is the first course in a sequence for beginning students who wish to understand This course acquaints you with the processes course. The specific area of investigation are and speak German. The material includes of a professionally used draw/ paint program indicated in the Class Planning Schedule basic vocabulary, grammar and expressions each time the course is offered. that are used in daily situations and in travel. on the Macintosh computer. Stylization, typography and color are used as design ele- GER 102 Conversational German II ments to produce original, camera-ready art 3 Credits for publication. GEY 215 Introduction to Mineralogy Prerequisite: GER 101 or permission of 4 Credits instructor GAT 115 Color Theory 3 Credits Prerequisites: GEY 111 and high school This is the second course in a sequence for chemistry or equivalent beginning students who wish to understand Prerequisites: GAT 106, CIS 113 and speak German. The material continues This course covers color theory as it relates to This course studies the physics, chemistry to cover basic conversational patterns, the printing industry and multimedia. The origin and occurrence of minerals. Topics expressions and grammar. psychology of color is taught as well as how include techniques of mineral identification, the Note: This course may not transfer to a four- to effectively design with color. You learn how physical properties of minerals, crystallogra- year institution. to correct color photographs and create color phy, the genesis and occurrence of minerals separations ready for printing. Color scan- and some economic geology as related to GER 111 Foreign Language I 5 Credits ning technology is also covered. local mineral deposits. Field trips are taken to GAT 120 Adobe Photoshop I local mineral collecting areas. This course begins a sequence dealing with the development of functional 3 Credits proficiency in listening, speaking, Prerequisite: CIS 113 GEY 235 Introduction to Geographic reading and writing the language. Information Systems This course provides an introduction to digi- GER 112 Foreign Language II 4 Credits 5 Credits tal graphics pre-press. It studies image processing and special effects. Chemical free Corequisite: Laboratory Prerequisite: GER 111 or permission of darkroom and illustration techniques are also instructor This course introduces the theory and prac- covered along with graphics/text integration. This course continues the development of tice of creating and using computer-based functional proficiency in listening, speaking, GAT 125 QuarkXPress geographic information systems. It provides reading and writing the language. 3 Credits direct experience with the techniques used GER 211 Foreign Language III Prerequisite: CIS 113 to access, develop, manipulate and display spatial data using computers. 3 Credits This course introduces you to digital desktop publishing. You learn how to assemble, orga- Prerequisite: GER 112 or permission of instructor nize, manipulate and manage text and graphics to produce a high quality publica- This course continues the development of tion. Class discussions and independent increased functional proficiency in listen- projects supplement hands-on classroom ing, speaking, reading and writing the language. work. Examples and exercises are diverse, including magazine, journal, brochure, poster, GER 212 Foreign Language IV advertisement and packaging layouts. 3 Credits Studies include printing basics, allowing you Prerequisite: GER 211 or permission of to produce either a stand-alone desktop pub- instructor lication, or to complete prepress work for This course continues the development of offset printing and output devices. increased proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing the language.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 143 Graphics and Animation GAT 127 Electronic Prepress HEALTH HEO 230 Clinical Skills for Medical 3 Credits Office OCCUPATIONS 4 Credits Prerequisite: GAT 125 Prerequisites: HEO 220 or equivalent This course explores in detail the electronic pre- HEO 100 Medical Terminology press process. Preparing a digital file for 3 Credits This course prepares you to assist in various press, trapping, output considerations and ambulatory, outpatient care facilities. Content This course is a systematic and in-depth proofing techniques. Creating effective elec- areas include universal precautions, infection study of medical terminology that covers the tronic designs and efficient use of today’s control, vital signs, assessment, patient his- origin and structure of medical terms. and software programs are also covered. tory, physical examinations, EKG skills, helps you interpret and pronounce medical radiology applications, pulmonary function test- terms used in various medical- related areas. GAT 201 Animation and Rendering ing and administration of medications. 3 Credits HEO 104 Anatomy and Physiology HEO 240 Medical Office Laboratory Prerequisite: CIS 113 and GAT 106 for Health Occupations Skills 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the art of 4 Credits animation and rendering with a focus on This non-laboratory course enables health Prerequisite or Corequisite: HEO 230 or movement and story development. care workers to have a basic knowledge of permission of instructor Traditional and computer techniques are anatomy and physiology. Structural compo- discussed. You produce complete anima- nents of each body system as well as the This course prepares you to perform diag- tions and transfer them to video tape or functional components are emphasized. nostic laboratory procedures in ambulatory, other visual mediums. or outpatient care facilities. Topics include basic laboratory equipment, venipuncture, HEO 210 Pathophysiology for Health hematology, clinical chemistries, microbiol- GAT 220 Adobe Photoshop II Occupations ogy, urinalysis and blood typing. 3 Credits 4 Credits Prerequisite: GAT 120 or equivalent experi- Prerequisites: HEO 104 or equivalent HEO 297 Medical Assisting ence This course focuses on the human body and Internship This course develops and reinforces tech- the consequences of a disruption of body 6 Credits processes. Anatomy and physiology of body niques learned in GAT 120. Fundamentals Prerequisite: Permission of instructor are continuously reinforced as new techniques systems is reviewed along with pathologic are introduced. You are expected to produce conditions within each organ system, while This medical internship allows you to gain two final proofs from outside sources. introducing important clinical considera- experience and knowledge from on-the-job tions. training. Positions are non-paid. Prior to the clinical internship, you need to have com- GAT 290 Special Topics pleted First Aid through the American Red 3 Credits HEO 220 Pharmacology for Health Occupations Cross and CPR for health providers through Prerequisite: Permission of instructor 3 Credits the American Heart Association. You also need to demonstrate freedom from commu- This course provides an opportunity to Prerequisites: HEO 104 or equivalent nicable disease by providing proof of examine new technology and advanced tech- immunizations. (270 hours of intern- niques in computer art. This course covers the classifications, indica- tions, actions, side effects and administration ship) of medications. Dosage calculations and conversions are also presented.

144 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Humanities HISTORY HIS 202 U.S. History II HUMANITIES 3 Credits This course examines the major political, HUM 118 Religion in American Culture HIS 101 Western Civilization I economic, social, diplomatic, military, cul- 3 Credits 3 Credits tural and intellectual events in American This course investigates the various ways in This course explores the major political, eco- history from Reconstruction to the present. which religion and American culture interact. Beginning with the religion of Native nomic, social, diplomatic, military, cultural HIS 215 Women in U.S. History and intellectual events and the roles of key Americans, which existed in a pre-modern 3 Credits society where religion went unchallenged as personalities that shaped Western civilization This course surveys women’s changing roles the preeminent organizing principle, to our from the prehistoric era to 1715. in American history from the colonial period to post-modern era, where religion competes with a multiplicity of other belief systems in a HIS 102 Western Civilization II the present. Special emphases are placed complex societal matrix. This course pays 3 Credits upon the nature of women’s work and the close attention to the sundry ways in which participation of women in the family, church religion and American culture interface. This course explores the major political, eco- and reform movements. nomic, social, diplomatic, military, cultural HUM 121 Survey of Humanities I and intellectual events and the roles of key HIS 225 Colorado History 3 Credits 3 Credits personalities that shaped Western civilization This course introduces you to the history of from 1650 to the present. This course presents the story of the people, ideas in Western cultures through a study of the society and cultures of Colorado from the visual arts, literature, drama, music and phi- HIS 115 Personalities and Issues earliest Native Americans, through the losophy of early civilizations, Greek and Roman 3 Credits Spanish influx, the explorers, the fur traders antiquity and Christian eras. It emphasizes the and mountain men, the gold rush, railroad connections among the arts, values and This course identifies and describes notewor- diverse cultures. thy personalities and issues that have builders, the cattlemen and farmers, the silver affected the development of critical periods in boom, the tourists and the modern twentieth- HUM 122 Survey of Humanities II century state. 3 Credits history. HIS 236 Contemporary United States This course examines the Medieval HIS 116 The Native American Experience History Renaissance and Baroque periods through a 3 Credits 3 Credits study of the visual arts, literature, music and philosophy. It compares and contrasts diverse This course is an introduction to the Native This course surveys the major political, eco- cultural ideas and feminine and masculine American’s historical and socio-cultural nomic, social and cultural developments that viewpoints. development with emphasis upon those have shaped twentieth-century America. HUM 123 Survey of Humanities III processes and relations with non-Native HIS 255 Democratic Ideas 3 Credits Americans, which have contributed 3 Credits to the current conditions. This course examines the cultures of the 17th This course analyzes and evaluates the his- through the 20th centuries by focusing on the HIS 137 Contemporary World History torical development of individual and social interrelatedness of the arts, ideas and history. It considers the influences of 3 Credits freedom as a political value and ethical con- industrialism, scientific development and This course investigates the major historical cern. non-European peoples. and cultural developments of various global HIS 276 History of Meso-America HUM 126 Folklore of Mexico and the regions and nation-states from 1900 to the 3 Credits Southwest present. This course traces the history of the indige- 3 Credits HIS 201 U.S. History I nous people of Mexico from the first This course traces the history and cultural 3 Credits inhabitants through the conquest by the heritage of the Mexican and the people who Spanish in 1521 A.D. Special emphasis is populate the southwest part of the United This course examines the major political, placed on such cultures as the Olmec, Maya, States. The course studies the ancient cultures economic, social, diplomatic, military, cul- Toltec, Totonac, Teotihuccan and before the arrival of the Europeans and see how these people changed their lifestyles tural and intellectual events in American Aztec. Topics include the daily life, religion, art, with the coming of the Spaniards and other history from the first inhabitants through the social and political organization and other cultures from other parts of the world. Topics Civil War and Reconstruction. historical characteristics of these groups of include legends, myths, the Aztec calendar, people. folk medicine, folk art, folk music, ballads, food, riddles, language, games and other related theses. HUM 215 Ideas in a Changing Society 1-3 Credits This course is an interdisciplinary study of the modes of change as manifested in artistic and social movements, in mass culture and in changing life styles.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 145 Learning Skills LEARNING SKILLS LIT 202 Masterpieces of Literature II LIT 246 The Literature of Women 3 Credits 3 Credits ENHANCEMENT This course examines significant writings in Prerequisite: ASSET written score of 43+ world literature from the Enlightenment to and a reading score of 41+ LSE 100 Learning Skills Enhancement the present. It emphasizes careful reading and 1 Credit This course examines culturally and understanding of the works and their cultural historically the techniques/themes in Corequisite: You need to be concurrently backgrounds. literature by and about women. Women’s enrolled in one of the disciplines described LIT 211 Survey of American Literature I issues in various genres are also examined. below to receive tutorial assistance 3 Credits The course emphasizes careful reading, This course is designed for those of you who analysis, interpretation and understanding of This course is an overview of American litera- the works. Critical thinking, discussion and are in need of instructional assistance in math, ture from the Puritans through the chemistry, physics, economics, English, liter- writing about significant works by and about nineteenth-century Romantics. It explores women enhances perceptive reading skills ature, foreign language and writing. You may ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and receive access to computerized tutorial and heightens awareness of women’s issues literary characteristics of works in various as part of the human condition. assistance in addition to World Wide Web genres by major writers. access. LIT 212 Survey of American Literature II 3 Credits MANAGEMENT LITERATURE This course is an overview of American litera- MAN 116 Principles of Supervision ture from the mid-nineteenth century to the 3 Credits LIT 115 Introduction to Literature present. It explores ideas, historical and 3 Credits social contexts, themes and literary charac- This course studies the principles and tech- This course provides an overview of teristics of works in various genres by major niques of managing and motivating literature including poetry and drama. The writers. personnel. This course is designed for those course emphasizes careful reading, analysis and who are interested in supervising others or LIT 221 Survey of British Literature I for those presently in supervision. Course interpretation as well as understanding of the 3 Credits works and their cultural and historical content focuses on the human interaction in backgrounds. Critical thinking, discussion This course is an overview of British supervision. and writing about significant works of litera- literature from the Anglo-Saxon period MAN 117 Time Management ture are used to develop discriminating through the 17th century. It explores ideas, his- 1 Credit reading skills for lifetime enjoyment. torical and social contexts, themes and literary characteristics of works in various This course is intended to provide those with LIT 125 Study of the Short Story genres by major writers. the conceptual knowledge and tools to make 3 Credits better use of their time in the management LIT 222 Survey of British Literature II function. (Fall only) This course focuses on careful reading and 3 Credits interpretation of the short story as a distinct MAN 120 Office Management genre. It examines formal as well as thematic This course is an overview of British literature 3 Credits elements of the short story. from the 18th century to the present. It explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and This course emphasizes the functions of the LIT 126 Study of Poetry literary characteristics of works in various office. This course includes office organiza- 3 Credits genres by major writers. tion, work in the office, office layout, This course focuses on careful reading and equipment and supplies procurement and con- LIT 225 Introduction to Shakespeare trol, work flow, forms design, record storage and interpretation of various poems 3 Credits representing types and periods of poetry. It retrieval systems, personnel administration and examines formal as well as thematic ele- This course covers the history of the problems and government control. (Spring ments of poetry. Elizabethan Period in England and the life only) of William Shakespeare. Students will have MAN 200 Human Resources Management LIT 127 Study of the Novel an opportunity to learn about 3 Credits 3 Credits Shakespeare’s poetry and six of his plays. This course focuses on careful reading and This course presents the methods and tech- interpretation of selected novels. It examines niques of personnel administration. It formal as well as thematic elements of emphasizes the study of recruiting, interviewing, longer fiction. selecting, placement, training and evaluating. Discussions include the topics of job descrip- LIT 201 Masterpieces of Literature I tions orientation, remuneration, promotion and 3 Credits transfers, benefits, grievances and union-man- This course examines significant writings in agement relations. (Fall only) world literature from the Ancients through the Restoration. It emphasizes careful reading and understanding of the works and their cultural backgrounds.

146 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Management MAN 203 Contemporary Issues in MAN 212 Negotiation and Conflict MAN 225 Managerial Finance Management Resolution 3 Credits 2 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisites: ACC 121, 122; ECO 201 This course focuses upon current trends and This course presents proper techniques in This course involves concepts and issues facing persons in managerial negotiation and conflict resolution. Key prac- techniques for utilization of financial roles. Specific issues discussed are determined tices that determine successful negotiation accounting information for managerial plan- at the first class meeting, based on the needs are explored. This course covers principles ning, decision making and control. It of the class members. of conflict resolution including business poli- also includes concepts and techniques for cies, accepted business practices, contracts, MAN 205 Small Business Management funds flow management and for short-, inter- purchases, labor union contracts, pay raises 3 Credits mediate- and long-term financing and starting salaries. (Fall only) This course studies the importance of the considerations. (Fall only) MAN 215 Organizational Behavior small business, its problem status and 3 Credits MAN 226 Principles of Management requirements for success. It focuses on the 3 Credits fundamentals basic to small business opera- This course provides you with an under- This course is a survey of the principles of tions while recognizing variations in standing of the way people behave in management. The course emphasizes the application suited to particular needs. business organizations and how that behav- primary functions of planning organization, Specific management problems are consid- ior can be influenced. This course shows you staffing, directing and controlling with a bal- ered on an individual basis. how to apply organizational theory to business ance between the behavioral and operational situations and how new techniques in leader- MAN 209 Management Seminar approach. ship, supervision, participative management, 1-4 Credits performance appraisal, quality of work life and MAN 239 Business Policies Prerequisite: Permission of instructor management by objectives increase produc- 3 Credits tivity. (Fall only) This course offers: (1) special coverage of This course studies policy formulation and its areas of current topical interest, (2) experi- MAN 216 Employee Recruiting and usage for effective overall management con- mental coverage of potential new units or Training trol. It focuses on integrated managerial courses and (3) program integrating effort via 3 Credits coordination of marketing, production, seminar and simulation techniques. This course studies effective recruiting and finance, accounting, administration, etc. MAN 210 Cost Effective MRO Buying employee selection and training techniques. (Spring only) 3 Credits This course emphasizes staff planning, equal MAN 240 Management Information employment opportunity and affirmative Systems This course enables you to understand what action, interviewing and testing. It also covers 3 Credits constitutes MRO (Maintenance, Repair and training needs assessment, designing training Operating) supplies and proper techniques Prerequisites: ACC 121; BUS 115, 216; CIS programs, skills development and orienta- for buying such. Key practices that determine 118; ECO 201; MAN 225, 226, tion programs. You learn train-the-trainer successful MRO purchasing are explored. techniques and methods of assuring the Corequisite: MAN 239 (Fall only) transfer of learning. (Fall only) This capstone course utilizes seminar and MAN 211 Inventory Management MAN 217 Compensation and simulation techniques in management infor- 3 Credits Employee Benefits Management mation systems. Management concepts and This course presents key practices that deter- 3 Credits principles are applied to both situational and mine successful inventory management, as This course explores current theory and comprehensive case problems. (Spring well as the principles of inventory management. research related to managing employee only) These principles include purpose and func- compensation and benefits, including new tion of inventory, classes of inventory, developments as well as established analysis of inventory, types of control sys- approaches to compensation and benefits tems, just-in-time stockless buying, order decisions. (Spring only) point and order quantity determination, receiving and stores management. (Fall only)

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 147 Marketing MARKETING MAR 215 Retail Management MATHEMATICS 3 Credits

MAR 108 Principles of Salesmanship This course acquaints you with the fundamen- MAT 031 Learning Unlimited Math 3 Credits tals of and develop strategies for retail store Review management. This course covers retail organi- 1-3 Credits This course enables you to understand and zation and management, store location, develop proper sales techniques. This course This course offers a computer-managed, buying and handling merchandise, pricing mer- covers the role of selling in the marketing competency-based review of basic math chandise and promotional efforts. (Spring process, consumer behavioral consideration skills. Electronically determined test results only) generate individualized prescriptions focused in the buying-selling process, sales techniques on areas identified for review. Completion of and sales management. (Spring only) MAR 216 Principles of Marketing mastery tests verifies understanding of mate- 3 Credits MAR 109 Advertising and Promotion rial. 3 Credits This course analyzes theoretical marketing MAT 056 Introduction to Mathematics: processes and the strategies of product This course enables you to understand and Pre-Algebra development, pricing promotion and 3 Credits apply techniques in advertising and promo- distribution and their applications to busi- tion. The role of advertising and sales This course is for those of you who need a nesses and the individual consumer. promotion in our economy, the kinds and comprehensive review of arithmetic. Topics purposes of different media, consumer MAR 217 Principles of Purchasing include the whole numbers, fractions and deci- behavioral implications and student practice 3 Credits mals; percentages; proportion; operations with signed numbers; and equations. and application in campaign programming This course presents the objectives and are included. (Fall only) methodology of industrial, institutional and MAT 100 Introductory Algebra 3 Credits MAR 115 Visual Merchandising governmental purchasing agents and buyers. It 3 Credits emphasizes value analysis, product quality con- Prerequisite: MAT 056 or equivalent trol, maintenance of operating efficiency, This course covers principles and arrange- This is a first course in algebra intended for materials management and analysis of com- ment of merchandise displays, store design students with little or no algebra background petitive price quotations. (Fall only) and layout, promotional signer, store fixtures or for students who need a review. Topics include manipulation of algebraic expres- and customer service. This course enables you MAR 218 Sales Management sions, solving first-degree equations in one to understand the various areas of visual mer- 3 Credits and two variables, factoring, solving fractional chandising and also provides an opportunity Prerequisite: MAR 108 equations, graphing and verbal problem solv- for practical application of the principles cov- ing. This course enables you to gain an under- ered. (Spring only) standing of and apply techniques currently MAT 102 General Mathematics for MAR 207 Marketing Seminar used in sales management. This course cov- College Students 1-3 Credits ers the formulation of a strategic sales 1-5 Credits Prerequisite: MAR 216 or equivalent or per- program, the implementation of the sales Prerequisite: MAT 056 or permission of mission of instructor program and the evaluation and control of instructor sales force performance. This course also This course provides you with the basics of This is an advanced course in marketing, focuses upon environmental variables, role the mathematical areas of arithmetic review, enabling you to apply marketing strategies to perceptions, aptitude, skill levels and motiva- calculators, measurement, algebra, geometry the development of both individual and tion level. (Fall only) and trigonometry. group projects. MAR 219 Public Relations Management MAT 103 Introduction to Geometry MAR 214 Wholesaling and Distribution 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits This course enables you to gain an understanding Prerequisite: MAT 100 or equivalent This course enables you to understand and of and apply techniques currently used in public This course is a continuation of MAT 100. develop strategies in wholesaling and phys- relations management. This course covers the Topics include logic, names and properties of ical distribution. This course deals with the nature of public relations, principles of public rela- geometric figures and basic trigonometry. Skills function, purposes and operation of the vari- tions management and managing of from MAT 100 are applied. ous wholesale middlemen; warehouse and communication between an organization and transportation policies; and procedures and MAT 105 Intermediate Algebra its publics. (Fall only) 4 Credits documentation of goods and services. (Spring only) Prerequisite: MAT 100 or equivalent Requirement: A scientific calculator This course is intended for students who have recently completed one year of high school algebra or MAT 100. Topics include the set of real numbers, extensive treatment of exponents, radicals, first- and second-degree equations in one variable, functions, linear systems, quadratic equations and graphs.

148 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Mathematics MAT 115 Technical Mathematics MAT 124 Finite Mathematics MAT 203 Calculus III 3 Credits 4 Credits 4 Credits Prerequisite: ASSET numerical score of 40+ Prerequisite: MAT 105 or permission of Prerequisite: MAT 202 with a grade of C or This course is designed for vocational/ occu- instructor better pational students. The course provides you Requirement: A graphing calculator Requirement: A graphing calculator with practical mathematical applications that they will encounter in their fields. The course This course is primarily for business, life sci- This course completes the undergraduate emphasizes careful reading, analyzing and ence or social science majors. Topics include calculus sequence. Topics include multi- problem-solving specific to individual stu- functions, matrix algebra, linear programming dimensional calculus, vectors, vector-valued dents’ goals. Topics include whole numbers, and an introduction to probability and count- functions and multi-dimensional calculus fractions, decimals, ratio and proportions, ing techniques. Emphasis is on applications. (including partial derivaties, multiple integrals, line percents, measusrement, formulas and right This course may include other topics such as integrals and applications). angle trigonometry. It is a calculator-based statistics when time permits. modular course. MAT 125 Survey of Calculus MAT 250 Topics in Mathematics MAT 121 College Algebra 4 Credits 2 Credits 4 Credits Prerequisite: MAT 121 or MAT 124 or per- Prerequisite: MAT 122 or MAT 123 Prerequisite: MAT 105 with a grade of C or mission of instructor better; or equivalent Requirement: A graphing calculator This course includes topics selected to Requirement: A scientific calculator improve mathematical skills and motivate This course is for business, life science (a graphing calculator preferred) interest, which are not in the standard cur- and/or social science majors. It includes riculum. Examples of such topics are mental This course is an in-depth study of functions derivatives, integrals and their applications, arithmetic, continued fractions, cubic and and thier applications. It includes a brief with attention restricted to algebraic, expo- review of intermediate algebra; analytic nential and logarithmic functions. quartic equations and actuarial applications. geometry; exponential and logarithmic func- MAT 135 Introduction to Statistics tions; and linear and nonlinear systems of 3 Credits MAT 255 Linear Algebra equations. Selected additional topics may 3 Credits include theory of equations; conic sections; Prerequisite: MAT 105 or equivalent sequences and series or combinatorics. Prerequisite: MAT 202 or permission of Requirement: A scientific calculcator instructor MAT 122 College Trigonometry This course includes data presentation and 3 Credits This course includes an introduction to the summarization, introduction to probability con- Prerequisite: MAT 121 or permission of cepts and distributions, statistical theory of vector spaces, linear transforma- instructor inference-estimation, hypothesis testing, tions, matrix representations, eigenvalues comparison of populations, correlation and and eigenvectors. (Offered spring semester Requirement: A graphing calculator regression. only.) This is a traditional prerequisite course to the MAT 201 Calculus I calculus sequence. Topics include trigono- 5 Credits MAT 265 Differential Equations metric functions (with graphs and inverse 3 Credits functions), identities and equations, solutions Prerequisite: MAT 121 and MAT 122; or of triangles, complex numbers and other top- MAT 123 with a grade of C or better; or Prerequisite: MAT 203 or permission of ics as time permits. equivalent instructor MAT 123 Pre-Calculus This course introduces two-dimensional Requirement: A graphing calculator 5 Credits calculus and analytic geometry. Topics include limits, continuity, derivatives and appli- The primary emphases in this course are on Prerequisite: MAT 105 with a minimum cations of derivatives, as well as indefinite techniques of problem solving and applica- grade of “B” or permission of instructor. and definite integrals and some applications. tions. Topics include first, second and higher Requirement: A graphing calculator MAT 202 Calculus II order differential equations, series methods, This is a fast-paced review course in college 5 Credits approximations, systems of differential equations and Laplace transforms. algebra and college trigonometry intended for Prerequisite: MAT 201 with a grade of C or those planning to take the calculus better sequence. Topics include a review of alge- Requirement: A graphing calculator braic manipulations; polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, inverse and trigonometric func- This course is a continuation of MAT 201. tions and their graphs; trigonometric Topics include techniques of integration, identities and equations, conic sections and polar coordinates, analytic geometry, complex numbers. If you require a slower- improper integrals, sequences and infinte paced approach, you are encouraged to take series. MAT 121 and MAT 122.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 149 Multimedia MULTIMEDIA MUSIC MUS 121 Introduction to Music History I (Core) TECHNOLOGY 3 Credits MUS 100 Chorus (See also Film/Video Technology, 1 Credit This course studies various periods of music Graphics/Animation Technology, history with regard to the composers, aes- This course is open to students at all vocal thetics, forms and genres of each and Production and Design levels. Concerts are performed every session period. Music from the Middle Ages through Technology.) and are designed to include a wide variety of music. the Classical period is discussed. MTC 100 Multimedia Equipment and MUS 105 Introduction to Music on MUS 122 Introduction to Music Technology the Computer History II (Core) 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits This course explores the history and modern This course is a compement to MUS 121. Prerequisite: CIS 113 application of electronic music for the Music from the early Romantic period to the This course introduces the types of equip- Macintosh and IBM personal computers. present is discussed. ment and technical considerations used in Recording from basic music software and setting up a home studio are explored. The MUS 164 History of Jazz multimedia productions. It focuses on cur- course is conducted in the Macintosh labora- 3 Credits rent types of equipment such as scanners, tory, but utilizes products which function This course reviews the history of jazz in printers, digital cameras and computers. New exactly the same in the IBM PC environment. America and provides basic listening skills for types of add-on boards to enhance multimedia No background in music, electronics or computers is necessary. the understanding and appreciation of jazz production and other peripheral devices are music. also explored. You gain hands-on experience MUS 111 Fundamentals of Music in how the technology is utilized for input 3 Credits This course is the equivalent to the and output in production and design projects. Rudiments of Music course and lab offered NURSING by every university music school. The science and art of music is emphasized by MTC 101 Introduction to Design and NUR 108 Nurse Aide/Home Health Graphics developing the tools used in notating, creating and listening to music. Topics include Aide 3 Credits basic scale forms, keys, basic chord forms 5 Credits Prerequisite: CIS 113 and lead sheet symbols, chord progressions This course prepares you to assist the client and melody harmonization. Ability to read in a hospital, home or long-term care facility set- This course explores the use of tools, com- music is not required. ting. Basic nursing procedures, personal care puter graphics techniques, procedures and MUS 112 Music Theory I and assisting the patient and family with gen- presentations to produce professional 3 Credits eral household activities is covered. The graphic designs. You use creative thinking to Prerequisite: MUS 111 or permission of the responsibilities involved in working with per- solve communication and design problems. instructor sons of all ages in wellness and illness is also discussed. After successful completion, you are This course and lab is designed to resemble eligible to take the Colorado Board of Nursing MTC 201 Multimedia Production and the Music Theory I course offered for university examination to become certified. Management music school majors. A continuation of 3 Credits MUS 111, students learn to integrate theory. NUR 200 Basic Nutrition Two-, three- and four-part writing is analyzed 3 Credits Prerequisites: PDT 220 or equivalent experi- to better understand music by studying exam- ence ples and creating it. This course covers information about the nutrients needed by the body throughout MUS 120 Music Appreciation (Core) This course examines development of multi- one’s life span for vigor and quality of life. 3 Credits media from a production standpoint. The This course is a requirement for basic nurs- process of transforming conceptual designs This course covers the basic materials of ing programs. itno actual projects is explored. Students music, musical forms, media, genres and musical periods. It emphasizes the develop- NUR 220 Ethics in Health Care study the management function of those ment of tools for intelligent listening and 3 Credits tasks associated with the business end of appreciation. development. Teamwork is emphasized This course explores the development of ethics in Western tradition and principles as throughout the course. (Take during last applied to present day health care. The key semester of program.) emphasis is the application of ethics as a tool in analytical thought.

150 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Occupational Safety OCCUPATIONAL OSH 201 Workers Compensation Cost OSH 210 Drum Handling Containment 1 Credit SAFETY 2 Credits TECHNOLOGY This course explores practical applications This course of Colorado Insurance used in the manual lifting and handling of (In cooperation with Trinidad State Regulation 91-5, and explains how to design drums. A description of chemical hazards is Junior College) and implement a “Certified Risk Management also covered. Program”. You receive reference material to aid them in designing a certified program. OSH 230 First Aid OSH 110 Fire Protection 2 Credits OSH 202 Accident Prevention 2 Credits 2 Credits This course covers techniques in handling This course enables you to recognize pos- accidents and illnesses. Basic first aid tech- This course explores the hazards and design niques are taught to train an individual to give sible fire sources and emergency elimination techniques through knowledge of emergency treatment for on-the-job injuries. procedures in the event of a fire. This course accident prevention controls. includes history of fires, types of extinguish- OSH 240 Case Study Evaluation OSH 203 Ergonomics: ing agents and detecting devices. National 5 Credits Fire Protection and Occupational Safety and Managing Task Stress Health Standards is stressed. 3 Credits This course teaches students OSHA’s inter- This course familiarizes you with the occupa- pretations of regulations for the general OSH 111 Fire Analysis industry and the construction industry. 2 Credits tional safety major with the concepts and applications of current ergonomic theory. Individual cases are analyzed by you. Prerequisite: OSH 110 Discussions include work physiology, engineer- OSH 250 Safety Training Methods ing anthropometry, biomechanics, work This course offers an in-depth study of fires 2 Credits station design and controls. You learn to and the construction techniques of eliminat- measure successful application of This course introduces current safety training fires. Topics include construction techniques, ergonomic design through improved pro- ing methods. Organization, preparations extinguishing systems and detecting systems. ductivity, efficiency, safety and worker and delivery are stressed. acceptance of resultant system design. OSH 130 Construction Standards OSH 261 Independent Study 5 Credits OSH 204 Environmental Regulatory 3 Credits This course provides the knowledge needed Framework 1 Credit This course provides an opportunity for you to implement an effective safety program for to work on Occupational Safety related any size/type of construction site. This course reviews regulations which affect research projects. Research projects vary and OSH 131 General Industry Standards the environment. Regulations discussed are are assigned by the advisor based on your 5 Credits E.P.A.; S.A.R.A.; C.E.R.C.L.A.; and R.C.R.A. need. OSHA’s role in the control of potential envi- This course provides you with knowledge to ronmental mishaps is also provided. OSH 290 Direct In-Service Internship implement an effective safety program for 12-18 Credits OSH 207 Industrial Hygiene the general industry. 3 Credits This course is designed for employees work- OSH 196 Safety Program Planning ing in a safety and/or health department who This course introduces the general concepts of and Administration wish to further their education in occupa- industrial hygiene. Topics include routes of 3 Credits tional safety. You may substitute internship exposure, chemical, physical and biological credit for appropriate occupational safety This course explores practical application hazards, ventilation, noise and instrumenta- courses required for the A.A.S. degree or methods used in developing and administrat- tion. Identification, evaluation and control of certificate. Appropriate credit is determined ing, a safety and health/accident prevention industrial health hazards is stressed. by an advisor. plan. This plan meets the current Occupational OSH 208 Trenching Safety and Health Administrations standards. 1 Credit OSH 296 Pre-Service Internship 5-12 Credits OSH 200 Hazardous Material Control This course presents detailed information on 2 Credits the safety aspects of trenching and excava- This course is for those of you who do not have prior industrial experience in safety and This course provides information on chem- tion. OSHA standards are stressed. Various types of sloping and shoring methods are wish to expand their understanding and ical right-to-know awareness, chemical covered. knowledge of industrial processes and prob- identification, chemical labeling and chemical lems. You may substitute internship credit for material safety data sheets. OSH 209 Grain Handling appropriate occupational safety courses 1 Credit required for the A.A.S. degree. Appropriate credit is determined by an advisor. This course familiarizes you with the safety aspects of grain handling. A discussion of grain dust explosibility is covered as well as a review of OSHA enforcement procedures.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 151 Park Ranger PARK RANGER PAR 230 Natural Resource Law PHILOSOPHY 4 Credits TECHNOLOGY Prerequisites: POST Law Enforcement PHI 111 Introduction to Philosophy Academy 3 Credits PAR 102 Introduction to Park Ranger This course is designed to train the Law Technology Prerequisite: College level reading and writ- Enforcement Academy graduate in the ele- 3 Credits ing skills ments of law enforcement pertaining to This introductory course covers the develop- natural resources. The course covers the This course introduces significant human ment of public lands in the United States, the Federal and State statutes regarding natural questions and emphasizes understanding the various agencies controlling those lands, resources, wildlife, fish, sporting and non- meaning and methods of philosophy. It multi-use doctrine, wilderness, public ser- game specie laws, off-road travel, stock grazing includes the human condition, know-ledge, vices provided in parks and the various roles on public lands, recreational uses of natural freedom, ethics, religion and the nature of of the park ranger in different settings resources, mining and multi-use conflict. mind. Discussed are career planning and park PAR 235 Park Ranger Skills Seminar ranger responsibilities, such as law enforce- 2 Credits ment, natural resource management, PHI 112 Ethics This is a skills seminar that presents necessary protection and interpretation, cultural 3 Credits resource interpretation, visitor services, information regarding specialized skills emergency management and training. related to the park ranger field. Subjects such Prerequisite: College level reading and writ- as horse handling; fence design, building and ing skills PAR 127 Wilderness First Responder repair; vehicle driving; park maintenance; 3 Credits budgeting; and park planning functions are This course examines human life, experience and covered. Trail design, construction and repair thought in order to discover and develop the This course is a first-responder emergency are also taught. This is a hands-on course so principles and values for pursuing a more ful- medical course for wilderness responders. that you can apply your developed skills in filled existence. Theories designed to justify The course meets national standards for the field. ethical judgments are applied to a selection wilderness medicine and State of Colorado of contemporary personal and social issues. Standards for First Responder. PAR 255 Advanced Resource Interpretation PAR 203 Natural Resource Management 3 Credits PHI 113 Logic 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: PAR 205 This course introduces various scientific dis- Prerequisite: College level reading and writ- This is an advanced course in natural and ciplines and complex issues associated with ing skills natural resource management. Career plan- cultural/historic resource interpretation. It ning, Ecosystem Management, Wildlife provides you with the skills to plan, prepare This course studies effective thinking using lan- and present exciting and relevant interpreta- Management, Plant Ecology, Agricultural guage-oriented logic. It provides tools and tion programs for special visitors and Management, Public Land Acquisition, develops skills for creative and critical situations using a variety of personal and Cultural Resource Protection, Water and thinking. It emphasizes the development of non-personal techniques. Examples of the decision-making and problem-solving skills. Mineral Resources, Visitor Use, Natural types of skills offered are: writing and design of Resource Law Enforcement, and Public Safety site produced publications and exhibit labels, are covered. This course emphasizes the producing basic audio-visual programs; PHI 114 Philosophy of Religion management of natural resources through prepare and present special acitivities such 3 Credits the management of people. as demonstrations, living history, story telling, Prerequisites: College-level reading and writ- costumed interpretation and dramatic/creative PAR 205 Resource Interpretation ing skills 3 Credits arts. Techniques for resource interpretation for the physically or mentally challenged, This course is a philosophical introduction to This is a basic course in natural and cultural sensory impaired, elderly and international the basic topics in philosophy of religion. The resource interpretation. The philosophy, visitors are discussed. The sensi- course explores related topics of world religions, techniques and skills necessary to produce tive handling of controversial/sensitive including the problem of evil, arguments for exciting and relevant resource interpretation educational issues is also discussed. and against the existence of God, the nature projects are discussed and practiced. PAR 297 Park Ranger Internship of faith, problems of religious language and Interpretive plans are discussed in detail as well 3 Credits (minimum) conflicting truth claims in religions. as various techniques used in the field of resource interpretation and public educa- This course gives you valuable field experi- tion. The history and development of ence necessary for a rational view of the environmental education and natural/ cul- career field, as well as vital networks of people tural resource interpretation are discussed. within the field. You are expected to perform Multi-use conflict solutions via public educa- or be an observer in all the areas of responsibility within the park ranger career field. You tion and resource interpretation are need to have a minimum of 135 contact emphasized. hours for the 3-credit minimum required for the program.

152 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Physical Education

PHI 115 Comparative Religions PHI 280-285 Special Topics in PHE 134 Racquetball 3 Credits Philosophy 1 Credit 3 Credits Prerequisite: College level reading and writ- This course is designed for individuals with ing skills Prerequisite: Prior Philsophy course, sopho- intermediate to advanced racquetball skills. Emphasis is on your practical skills, individual This course develops the ability to interpret and more standing or Instructor Permission performance and competition. Topics include understand human religious experience by You explore in-depth specific topics, move- rules, techniques and equipment (equipment comparing religious traditions. Philosophical ments, or persons in the history of not provided). An additional memebership similarities and differences will be compared philosophy. This study might include e.g. fee of $100.00 must be paid to The Point among Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Athletic Club. Confucianism, Shinto, Judiasm, Christianity Plato, Greek Philosophy, Hume, periods in and Islam. Pre-literate or contemporary reli- the history of philosophy, philosophy litera- PHE 136 Weight Training gions may also be included. ture, environmental ethics, philosophy of 1 Credit mind, etc. Readings aree selected by the PHI 116 Applied Ethics This course provides an overview of basic instructor as appropriate to the topic. Course 3 Credits weight training equipment and techniques for may be repeated for credit provided topics are all levels. The course is designed to improve Prerequisites: College-level reading and writ- not repeated. individual fitness and develop knowledge and ing skills skills to be used for lifetime fitness in a vari- This course introduces you to practical rea- ety of settings. Topics include principles of weight training, equipment and wellness con- son. Varieties of ethical principles are applied PHYSICAL cepts. An additional membership fee of to specific areas of human decision making in EDUCATION $100.00 must be paid to The Point Athletic order to elucidate the choices and reasons Club. for action. The specific areas of analysis that * All the PHE courses pertaining to moun- PHE 146 Scuba Diving the course typically addresses are ethics of tain-oriented recreation have one or more 1 Credit life and death, business ethics, ethics of war field trips. Most field trips are single-day and peace and sexual ethics. trips scheduled on a weekend. You should This course covers basic instruction and check with the PHE Department to see skills in scuba diving. Aqua charges are PHI 118 Religion in American Culture which courses may have weekday field required for participants in this course and 3 Credits trips or courses which require overnight individuals must furnish their own scuba diving equipment or rent equipment. Prerequisites: College-level reading and writ- camping. ing skills PHE 100 Aerobic Conditioning/ PHE 150 Aerobic Conditioning II/ Fitness Education Center Fitness Education Center This course investigates the various ways in 1 Credit 1 Credit which religion and American culture interact. Prerequisite: PHE 100 Beginning with the religion of Native This course is designed for individuals inter- Americans, which existed in a pre-modern ested in improving total fitness via an This advanced course in aerobic conditioning is society where religion went unchallenged as aerobic-based conditioning program. This designed for individuals interested in attaining the preeminent organizing principle, to our course includes an individual fitness evalua- a high level of total fitness. This course tion, computerized analysis of results and a includes a continuation of an individualized post-modern era, where religion competes prescribed exercise program. Conditioning is fitness program. Weight training equipment, with a multiplicity of other belief systems in a done on a circuit training system, utilizing a bicycle ergometers, a rowing machine, a complex societal matrix. This course pays series of weight machines and aerobic sta- treadmill and other aerobic equipment are close attention to the sundry ways in which tions. used to elicit improvements in physical fit- religion and American culture interface. ness. PHE 133 Volleyball PHI 125 Critical Thinking 1 Credit PHE 151 Beginning Tennis 3 Credits 1 Credit This course is a hands-on course designed to Prerequisites: College-level reading and writ- develop and/or enhance basic knowledge This course includes selection and the buying of equipment to best fit your needs. The funda- ing skills and skills for the game of volley ball. Emphasis mental skills of forehand, backhand, serve and is on your practical skills and performance. net volley are covered. Scoring, rules and court This course provides tools and develops Relevant concepts include proper technique, skills for creative and critical thinking. It cov- etiquette are introduced in both the singles and rules, etiquette and equipment. An additional doubles game. ers the uses of language, the art of membership fee of $100.00 must be paid to definitions and explanations, the nature of The Point Athletic Club. PHE 152 Intermediate Tennis argumentation and debate, the looking for 1 Credit the presuppositions and the preparations of This course reviews all basic strokes: forehand, outlines and speeches. backhand, serve and volley at the net. More emphasis is placed on footwork, playing time and strategy for both singles and doubles. The lob, half-court volley and overhead smash are introduced.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 153 Physical Education

PHE 170 Cross Country Skiing PHE 186 Orienteering* PHE 218 Outdoor Recreation Leadership 2 Credits 2 Credits 2 Credits This course studies the history, development This course emphasizes equipment, skills This course emphasizes competitive cross and trends of outdoor recreation, conservation and techniques for cross country skiing. It country walking and running using map and and organized camping. Emphasis is on large includes winter condition dangers and places compass. It includes techniques, rules and group camping, field trips and the develop- to ski. field trips. ment of outdoor leadership skills. PHE 176 Bicycle Camping PHE 187 Map and Compass for the PHE 220 Wilderness Equipment and 2 Credits Outdoorsperson* 3 Credits Facilities* This course covers the fundamentals of using 3 Credits the bicycle for camping recreation. It This course covers the reading of highway, for- This course is designed to acquaint and famil- includes equipment, clothing, repair proce- est service and topographic maps which iarize you with wilderness equipment and dures and camping techniques. include symbols, legends, border information program facilities. It includes a field trip. and contour lines. It includes the usage of a PHE 177 Guide to Hiking/Climbing magnetic compass in an outdoor environ- PHE 221 Mountaineering Teaching 1 Credit ment and functions that plot a course on Concepts* This course provides wilderness sites and maps. Supplemental navigational skills are 3 Credits their specific location in Colorado where one included. This course covers planning and methods can go to hike or camp. It includes selected required to teach mountaineering skills. You wilderness sites in other western PHE 188 Backpacking* give lectures and conduct field trips. states. Information is included about how to 2 Credits use guide books and selected maps. This course emphasizes the fundamentals of PHE 222 Basic Search and Rescue* 3 Credits PHE 180 Basic Mountaineering I* backpacking.It includes clothing, equipment, 3 Credits places to backpack and a field trip. This course covers the basic fundamentals required for basic search and rescue in a This course emphasizes the fundamentals of PHE 189 Climbing/Backpacking wilderness environment. It includes tracking mountaineering up to a 4th class skill level. It Expedition* techniques and field trips. includes belaying, rappelling, clothing, equip- 3 Credits ment and safety values. This course is a group expedition covering PHE 223 Backpack Cooking* 1 Credit PHE 181 Basic Rock Climbing* seven to ten days backpacking, hiking and 2 Credits climbing in remote North American This course covers menu planning and nutri- regions. It includes the rationale for organiz- tional requirements for wilderness Presents rock climbing concepts. This is the ing and conducting wilderness trips. class that will start you climbing higher and camping. It includes cooking a backpack safer. Develop your climbing skills. This class PHE 190 Snowshoeing* meal. 1 Credit will visit local climbing areas where you can PHE 224 Colorado’s Fourteeners* climb easy 5.0 to moderate 5.8 climbs This course emphasizes basic skills, equip- 2 Credits depending on your ability. Enjoy a full semes- ment, clothing and techniques of This course presents an historical look into ter of climbing. snowshoeing. It includes the objective dangers involved with winter recreation. the naming and climbing of Colorado’s 14,000- PHE 182 Intermediate Rock Climbing* foot mountain peaks. It includes information 2 Credits PHE 200 Aerobic Conditioning III/ on the current routes to ascend the peaks. Presents the Sharp End of rock climbing. Fitness Education Center PHE 225 Routefinding* This class will further your knowledge of 1 Credit 1 Credit basic concepts and get your leading the Prerequisites: PHE 100, 150 climb. Learn how to place protection, This course covers the concepts of finding anchors, and setup top ropes safely. This advanced course in aerobic conditioning the optimum path when hiking rough terrain or Intermediate rock climbing emphasizes is designed for individuals interested in main- climbing a mountain. It includes a review of stan- safety and continuation of higher and safer taining a high level of total body fitness. This dard map and compass techniques. climbing. I.R.C. also lasts the full semester. course includes further improvement of an individualized fitness program. This is accom- PHE 226 Wilderness Dangers* PHE 183 Basic Ice Climbing* plished by continuing to increase the intensity of 1 Credit 2 Credits the work-out and the number of circuits com- This course provides familiarization of the pleted. Upper and lower body weight training This course emphasizes fundamentals of objective and subjective dangers of the climbing high angle ice. It includes clothing, equipment, bicycle ergometers, a rowing wilderness. This course includes a field trip. equipment, ice climbing techniques and machine, treadmills, Universal Fitstepper and safety values. other aerobic equipment are used to elicit further improvements in physical fitness. PHE 185 Snow and Glacier Climbing* 3 Credits This course emphasizes the use of ice axe, crampons and roped climbing on snow. It includes route finding and crevasse rescue.

154 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Plumbing PHE 227 Basic Mountaineering II* PHYSICS PLUMBING 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of PHE 180 PHY 105 Conceptual Physics PLU 100 Introduction to Plumbing and/or PHE 185 and it involves climbing a 4 Credits 3 Credits peak of moderate difficulty involving a time Prerequisite: Fundamental math skills span of two to four days. This course studies mechanics, heat, properties of matter, electricity and magnetism, light This course introduces plumbing techniques PHE 228 Wilderness Ethics and modern physics. The course includes and skill development, plumbing drawings 2 Credits laboratory. using 30/60 isometric three-dimensional This course emphasizes the motivation, aes- system and material list from drawing. thetics and ethics of mountaineering. It PHY 111 Physics: Algebra-based I PLU 106 Waste and Vent Layout and Code Requirements includes wilderness conservation 5 Credits principles. 5 Credits Prerequisite: MAT 121 PHE 229 Wilderness Survival* Prerequisite: PLU 100 or permission of This course studies mechanics and heat. 3 Credits instructor The course includes laboratory. This course emphasizes the physiological This course introduces students to the installation of residential and commercial and psychological principles of survival. PHY 112 Physics: Algebra-based II plumbing jobs using soil pipe, plastic or cop- Survival equipment, wilderness improvising 5 Credits per tubing to meet code requirements, venting techniques and wilderness dangers are systems, making material lists and installa- Prerequisite: PHY 111 or permission of included. tion. instructor PHE 230 Mountain Photography* PLU 107 Water Piping Methods and 3 Credits This course enables you to learn about elec- Back Flow Prevention tricity and magnetism, light and modern 3 Credits This course presents the fundamentals of physics. The course includes laboratory. composition and lighting for mountain pho- Prerequisite: PLU 100 or permission of the tography. It includes a slide photo contest instructor and critique sessions. PHY 211 Physics: Calculus-based I This course is an introduction to drawing 5 Credits PHE 250 Aerobic Conditioning IV/ water piping systems, sizing, installation and brazing and silver soldering methods. This Fitness Education Center Prerequisite: MAT 201 course also covers back flow prevention. 1 Credit This course explores mechanics, heat and Prerequisites: PHE 100, 150, 200 wave motion. The course includes laboratory. PLU 109 Residential Plumbing 4 Credits This advanced course in aerobic conditioning is Prerequisite: PLU 100, 106, 107 or designed for individuals interested in maintain- PHY 212 Physics: Calculus-based II permission of the instructor ing a high level of total body fitness. This course 5 Credits This course enables you to draw complete soil, includes continued improvement of an individu- Prerequisite: PHY 211 or permission of waste, vent, water and gas systems which alized fitness program. This is accomplished instructor meet codes and safety procedures and by continuing to increase the intensity of the This course covers wave motion, electricity, develop skills in installations. work-out and by varying the equipment used magnetism and light. The course includes to reach fitness goals. Upper and lower body, as PLU 110 Finish and Installation of laboratory. well as specialized weight training equipment, Plumbing Fixtures bicycle ergometers, a rowing machine, tread- 3 Credits mills, NordicTrack®, Universal Fitstepper, Prerequisite: PLU 100, 107 or permission of Aerobicycles and other aerobic equipment are the instructor used to elicit continued improvements in physi- This course introduces installing plumbing fix- cal fitness. tures on existing rough-ins to meet all code PHE 259 Wilderness Survival II* and safety requirements. 3 Credits PLU 116 Plumbing Repair 3 Credits This course is an extension of PHE 229 Wilderness Survival and is an extended This course introduces repairing, servicing or wilderness field exercise in wilderness sur- replacing plumbing equipment. vival concepts and improvising.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 155 Plumbing PLU 206 Hot Water Heating Systems POLITICAL SCIENCE PRODUCTION 4 Credits AND DESIGN Prerequisite: PLU 107; AHR 102, 105 or POS 105 Introduction to Political TECHNOLOGY permission of the instructor Science 3 Credits This course covers the theory of operation PDT 150 Computer Presentation behind these systems, as well as installation, This course is a survey of the discipline of Graphics maintenance and repair. It also examines: air political science, including political philoso- 3 Credits elimination, circulator pump and pipe sizing. phy and ideology, democratic and Prerequisite: GAT 125 Boiler and heat convertor sizing are dis- nondemocratic governments and processes Explore different options for multimedia cussed. and international relations. authoring. Learn storyboarding techniques PLU 207 Basic Solar Energy and project planning for sucessful multime- 3 Credits POS 111 American Government dia projects. 3 Credits Prerequisites: PLU 107 and 206 PDT 205 Computer Art Studio This course gives students a background in 3 Credits This course includes drawing and the U.S. Constitution; the philosophy of installation of domestic solar water Prerequisite: GAT 120 or GAT 106 American government; general principles of heating systems. This course teaches you how to work with the Constitution; federalism; civil liberties; public illustration and paint software on the PLU 208 Advanced Solar Energy opinion and citizen participation; political par- Macintosh computer. Color and relationships, 3 Credits ties, interest groups and the electoral repeat patterns, animation and digitization are This course includes solar panel process; and the structure and functions of among the topics covered in the course as construction, installing complete solar heat- the national government. you explore the possibilities of computers in ing or domestic hot water systems, with the visual art. Assigned projects cover a wide range of visual approaches. study of the variables and flexibility of POS 125 American State and Local the system. Government PDT 210 Sound Design for Multimedia 3 Credits 3 Credits PLU 210 Commercial Layout and Code Multi-Story Projects This course studies the structure and func- Prerequisite: CIS 113 or PDT 150 3 Credits tion of state, county and municipal This course explores the use of sound in Prerequisite: PLU 106 governments including their relations with multimedia productions. It focuses on how each other and with the national govern- sound can enhance interactive productions This course introduces you to commercial ment. Colorado government and politics are and improve computer presentations. You and multi-story projects. Installations in com- emphasized. learn how to use the Macintosh computer as a mercial work and code applications for these full audio studio. structures are reviewed. POS 215 Current Political Issues PDT 220 Multimedia Development PLU 216 Uniform Plumbing Code 1-3 Credits 3 Credits 2-3 Credits This course is an in-depth analysis of critical Prerequisite: PDT 150 or permission of instructor Prerequisite: PLU 106 or permission of issues in political science. Topics are deter- instructor mined each session. This course explores the interactive process This course presents the Uniform Plumbing within all areas of program design, courseware authoring, delivery techniques and instruc- Code and Colorado State Plumbing Code, the tion strategies. You are introduced to proper interpretation of the Code and the CD-ROM technology and produces an inter- need to enforce it. This course is designed to active program during the course. help plumbers pass state plumbing licensing examinations. PDT 290 Special Topics 3 Credits PLU 225 Technical Project Prerequisite: permission of instructor 6 Credits This course provides an opportunity to This course enables students to participates in examine new technology and advanced tech- individual study on a special project which is niques in computer art. related to the plumbing program. This technical project consists of: a written and approved proposal and scheduled progress reports.

156 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Psychology PRODUCTION PSY 102 General Psychology II PSY 217 Human Sexuality 3 Credits 3 Credits MANAGEMENT Prerequisite: PSY 101 is recommended This course is a survey of physiological and psychological aspects of human sexuality. This course is a continuation of PSY 101, PRM 211 Production Management I Topics include relationships, sexual identity and and reviews the classical and current 3 Credits sexual health. research on Life Span Psychology, This course presents the principles and prac- Cognition, Intelligence, Language, Personality PSY 226 Social Psychology tices of industrial management. It emphasizes Theory, Psychotherapy, Psychopathology 3 Credits the organizational structure of a production and Social Psychology. enterprise, production facilities, methods and Prerequisite: Three credits of general psy- procedures for effective plant layout, plan and PSY 109 Career Development chology; three hours of introductory equipment maintenance and purchasing. 1-3 Credits sociology or permission of instructor PRM 212 Production Management II This course assists you in recognizing their This course covers behavior of humans in 3 Credits career potential and provides tools for mak- social settings including attitudes, aggression, ing realistic decisions concerning educational conformity, cooperation and competition, Prerequisite: PRM 211 and occupational objectives. prejudice and interpersonal attraction. This course is a continuation of PRM 211. It PSY 115 Psychology of Adjustment PSY 227 Death and Dying emphasizes development of skill and knowl- 3 Credits 3 Credits edge in control systems, employee development systems and procedures for This course emphasizes personal growth and Prerequisite: Three credits of general managing human resources. the development of interpersonal psychology or permission of instructor skills. Focus is on practical application of psy- This course covers philosophies of life and chological principles and theories in death, emphasizing dying, death, mourning PSYCHOLOGY achieving self-understanding and personal and the consideration of one’s own death. growth. PSY 235 Human Growth and PSY 095 Learning and Skills PSY 116 Stress Management Development Development 1-3 Credits 3 Credits 1 Credit This course identifies the physiological, emo- Prerequisite: Three credits of general This is the core course for the Special tional and behavioral aspects of stress. psychology or permission of instructor Learning Support Program. Topics include Techniques of stress reduction and manage- attention and concentration organization ment are explored and applied. This course is a survey of human development skills, memory strategies, following direc- from conception to death emphasizing physi- PSY 205 Psychology of Women tions and instructions, problem cal, cognitive, emotional and 3 Credits solving strategies and time management. If psychosocial factors. you have learning-related anxiety, you will This course covers emotional, cognitive, PSY 237 Assertiveness Training also benefit from this course. interpersonal and cultural contributions to 1-3 Credits PSY 100 Human Relations In Business female identity and gender role. This course teaches the awareness of indi- 3 Credits PSY 211 Introduction to Human vidual rights and needs in interpersonal Services I This course emphasizes psychological principles relationships. 3 Credits as related to the work environment. Topics PSY 238 Child Development include motivation, interpersonal relationships, This course integrates knowledge and theo- 3 Credits self-understanding, employee/ employer rela- ries from a variety of behavioral tions and group behavior. sciences. It is not intended to develop ana- Prerequisite: Three credits of general lysts or therapists, but rather is designed to psychology or permission of instructor PSY 101 General Psychology I sensitize you to the issues and development 3 Credits This course covers growth and development of of human services. the child from conception through the ele- This course includes the scientific study of PSY 212 Introduction to Human mentary school years, emphasizing physical, behavior with emphasis on the historical devel- Services II cognitive, emotional and psychosocial fac- opment of the discipline, research methods, 3 Credits tors. psychobiology, sensation/perception, con- This course is co-scheduled with ECE sciousness, emotion, motivation, This course examines in-depth the contem- 110 and may be taken as ECE 110 or PSY stress/coping, learning and memory. porary phenomenon of complex human 238 but not both. behavior. Emphasis is in the area of group dynamics, the communication process, group problem-solving and group growth.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 157 Psychology PSY 239 Adolescent and Adult RAD 116 Clinical Education II RAD 225 Radiographic Procedures III Development 5 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits This course introduces advanced concepts This course presents positioning and radio- Prerequisite: Three credits of general from the clinical experience gained in RAD graphic skills of the cranium and facial bones, psychology or permission of instructor 115. The focus is on clinical tasks performed along with specialized radiology examinations by a registered radiographer and allows for and other medical imaging modalities. You This course covers growth and development leanring transferability from the classroom to must also demonstrate effective communica- of the individual from adolescence to death, the clinical setting. tion techniques and presentation skills that emphasizing physical, cognitive, emotional are required of today’s health professionals. and psychosocial factors. RAD 165 Imaging Equipment I 3 Credits RAD 226 Clinical Education III PSY 249 Abnormal Psychology 7 Credits 3 Credits This course presents the fundamental aspects and physics involved in the A continuation of RAD 116. This clinical Prerequisite: Three credits of general production of x-rays. Included are basic experience provides a means by which you psychology or permission of instructor imaging equipment, physics fundamentals as can increase their clinical skills through learn- This course is a study of abnormal behavior they relate to x-ray production, the x-ray ing transferability from the classroom to the and its classification, causes, prevention and machine, image receptor equipment and the clinical setting. treatment. control of scattered radiation. RAD 236 Clinical Education IV RAD 175 Imaging Equipment II 8 Credits 3 Credits RADIOLOGIC A continuation of RAD 226. This clinical TECHNOLOGY This course covers material that builds on the experience provides a means by which you image production physics gained in RAD can continue to increase your clinical skills. 165. The fundamentals of the various aspects RAD 105 Radiographic Procedures I of image production including factors that RAD 246 Clinical Education V 3 Credits affect film quality, quality control of radi- 11 Credits ographs, technical factors, sensitometry, film This course is a continuation of RAD 236. This courses introduces the fundamentals of processing, and how various additional factors This experience is the final step in obtaining clin- radiographic positioning including the proper such as pathology can affect radiographic use of radiographic equipment and safety, imaging are included in this course. ical proficiency prior to graduation. You must positioning terminology, related anatomy and demonstrate complete clinical mastery prior pathology. Radiographic positioning focuses RAD 185 Patient Care I to graduation. on the chest, upper extremities and lower 3 Credits RAD 260 Registry Review extremiteis. A laboratory experience is incor- This course covers the Radiology profession 2 Credits porated to allow proper demonstration and along with basic medical care skills neces- positioning skills to be attained, along with sary for a medical professional. You are This review prepares you in your studies to the proper use of the radio-graphic equip- provided with the knowledge to understand participate in the National Registry ment. the concepts of effective communication, Examination for Radiologic Technologists. RAD 106 Clinical Education I ethical and medicolegal considerations, cul- Emphasized in this review are the five major 5 Credits tural diversity, the history of the radiography subject areas covered on the examination, as profession, today’s concepts in medicine, well as preparing you for job searches with This clinical experience takes place within a medical terminology, use of proper body resume and interview techniques. medical care facility. You are required to par- mechanics, universal precautions, basic ticipate at pre-scheduled time periods to patient assessment, and proper patient trans- RAD 270 Radiation Biology apply your radiographic skills in the clinical fers. 2 Credits setting. The course allows for learning transferability from the classroom to practical RAD 195 Patient Care II Prerequisites: RAD 115, 116, 175 and 195 applications within a radiology department. 2 Credits Corequisites: RAD 225 and 236 RAD 115 Radiographic Procedures II This course expands on concepts presented in 3 Credits RAD 185. The focus is primarily on direct This course provides the basic knowlege and patient care and contact skills including vital understanding of the effects of ionising radia- This course is a continuation of RAD 105. signs, medical emergencies, assistance with Equipment operation, positioning terminol- tion on biological systems and essential ogy, related anatomy and pathology are drug administration, care of patients with radiation protection guidelines to prevent discussed and correlated with more special needs, EKG, and death/dying issues. unnecessary radiation exposures while provid- advanced positioning skills. Radiographic ing patient and radiographer safety. positioning focues on the lower extremities, spine, abdominal, urinary and fluoroscopic procedures. A laboratory experience is included to allow for proper demonstration and positioning skills to be attained.

158 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Real Estate READING REAL ESTATE REE 106 Practical Applications 3 Credits REA 060 Intro to Reading/Study Skills REE 101 Real Estate Practice and Law This course is for individuals who are to 3 Credits 4 Credits become newly licensed as a real estate bro- This course assists you with vocabulary ker. The course emphasizes the practical This course is a general survey of real estate building, reading comprehension and study application of laws, rules and standard prac- skills. principles and practices designed to provide tices in real estate transactions. This course basic knowledge of real estate. Coverage satisfies part of the education required for a REA 092 Skills for College Reading includes a common body of knowledge of real estate broker’s license. 1-3 Credits real estate, key terms and concepts in real REE 107 Brokerage Administration This course is intended for those of you who estate, as well as the related federal laws 3 Credits want to improve reading skills to enhance practiced in the majority of states on a success in your college programs. This course national level. This course satisfies part of the This course is for individuals who are to covers literal and critical comprehension and education required for a real estate broker’s become newly employing real estate bro- effective textbook reading skills for technical license. kers. Course content includes the practical and non-technical majors. REE 102 Colorado Real Estate application of laws, rules and sound business REA 093 Skills in Test-Taking Contracts and Regulations practices for the establishment and everyday 1 Credit 4 Credits management operation and supervision of a real estate brokerage company. This course This course improves test-taking skills and/or This course covers the preparation and satisfies the education required for one to reduces the nervous tension experienced understanding of the various Colorado Real obtain an employing real estate broker’s before or during a test. It involves stress Estate Commission approved contracts and an license. reduction and the development of skills for understanding of colorado real estate regula- taking multiple-choice, true-false and essay tions. This course satisfies part of the REE 108 Colorado Broker Transition tests. Also, specialized test review is offered education required for a real estate broker’s 3 Credits for the PLACE, ACT, SAT and GRE. license. This course is for individuals who currently REA 094 Vocabulary Development REE 103 Recordkeeping and Trust hold a valid real estate salesperson license and 1-3 Credits Accounts are to renew as a real estate broker associ- This course uses various approaches to 1 Credit ate. Course content includes real estate develop vocabulary according to your needs, as brokerage relationships with both sellers and This course prepares you in the proper buyers, sales contracts and the closing. This well as focuses on the development of special- recordkeeping procedures required by the ized vocabulary in your major area of personal course satisfies the education required for Real Estate Commission to maintain and or career interest, including business, English salesperson licensee to renew as a real account for funds belonging to others. This as a Second Language or college/professional estate associate broker. course satisfies part of the education emphasis. required for a real estate broker’s license. REE 109 Mandatory Continuing REA 096 Speed Reading and Efficiency Education 1-3 Credits REE 104 Current Legal Issues 1 Credit 1 Credit This course is designed for those of you who This course is for individuals who currently want to develop your reading power and This course focuses on the development and hold a valid real estate broker license and are reading speed. The course is built upon the enhancement of knowledge and awareness required to successfully complete the fundamental aspects of increasing speed and of current real estate law and real estate mandatory continuing education course. comprehension in an organized manner. The related statutes and regulations and impor- The course content adheres to that which is course focuses on different reading rates, the tant legal issues, developments and practices prescribed by the Colorado Real Estate purpose of reading, the myths about reading, as specified by the Colorado Real Estate Commission. This course satisfies part of the the mechanics of reading, components of Commission. This course satisfies part of the continuing education required for a real comprehension, vocabulary development, education required for a real estate broker’s estate broker’s license. study methods and general enrichment. license. REE 201 Topics in Real Estate REA 097 Special Topics REE 105 Closings 1-3 Credits 1-3 Credits 3 Credits This course covers select areas, concepts This course offers you an opportunity to par- This course examines in dept real estate clos- and developments that affect the real estate ticipate in a developmental studies program ing documents and practices. It instills the industry. Content of each offering may vary specific to unique needs. basic skills necessary to properly close a real to address the particular area of emphasis STS 060 Learning Success Strategies estate transaction, including responsibilities specified for such offering. This course satis- 1-3 Credits from the contract through and after the clos- fies part of the continuing education required ing, plus accounting for all funds received for a real estate broker’s license. This course introduces you to the various and disbursed as well as a comprehensive study skills strategies necessary to succeed in review of the legal documents prepared by a college setting. Emphasis is placed on the broker. This course satisfies part of the applying skills to content area courses education required for a real estate broker’s and/or other learning environments. license.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 159 Small Business SMALL BUSINESS SBM 118 Starting and Marketing a SOCIOLOGY Professional Service MANAGEMENT 1 Credit SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I This course allows you to learn the business SBM 101 Starting a Small Business 3 Credits 1 Credit steps essential to successfully start and market a professional service, such as a This course examines the basic concepts, This course reviews all of the components of consulting business, an accounting office or theories and principles of sociology, as well starting a small business for the person with a medical service. as human cultures, social groups and the limited or no business experience who is con- sidering establishing and operating a small SBM 119 Purchasing, Pricing and social issues of age, gender, class and race. business. Topics include financing the busi- Inventory Control SOC 102 Introduction to Sociology II ness plan, profile of a successful 1 Credit 3 Credits entrepreneur, marketing and pitfalls to avoid. This course explores the vital functions per- This course examines social institutions and SBM 102 Managing a Small Business formed in the operation of a small business organizations from the macro perspective. It 1 Credit including purchasing, pricing and inventory emphasizes the issues of social change, This course covers the management process as control. Each function is examined individually demography, social moments and conflicts and relative formulas, definitions, guidelines it applies to the small business in detail. The and trends within education, religion, family, and management tools are discussed. management functions of planning organizing political and economic structures. and controlling are explained. Decision-mak- SBM 130 Business Writing Skills for ing skills are also covered. SOC 117 Human Relations in the Entrepreneur Business and Industry 1 Credit SBM 105 Financing a Small Business 3 Credits 1 Credit This course reviews the rules and skills to This course emphasizes psychological/ soci- This course introduces the basics of financ- effectively write business correspondence, ing a small business. It specifically examines news releases, policies and procedures, ological principles as related to the working the business plan, sources of capital, types of statements, ads for positions and job environment. Specific topics include motiva- business loans and then briefly looks at how to descriptions. tion, interpersonal relationships, maintain a cash flow. self-understanding, employee/ employer SBM 206 Legal Aspects of a Small relations and group behavior. SBM 107 Recordkeeping for a Small Business Business 1 Credit SOC 201 The Museum in Urban Life 1 Credit 1 Credit This course is designed to equip the small This course emphasizes the importance of business owner with the necessary knowledge This course explores the roles a museum accurate recordkeeping in a small business about legal issues to effectively negotiate busi- plays in the life of a city by studying the operation and the development of the basic ness transactions. This course focuses on Denver Art Museum and the Museum of skills to recognize simple bookkeeping procedures. You are shown examples of journal business organizations, contracts and agree- Natural History. This course notes how his- entries, balancing records, checkpoints for ments and protecting the business. tory is selectively preserved and the powerful role select segments of the community ensuring accuracy of records, deposit SBM 215 Managing Human requirements and tax forms. Resources in a Small Business play in shaping new directions in art. SBM 109 Analyzing Financial 1 Credit SOC 205 Marriage and Family Statements Used in a Small Business This course teaches you about managing a 3 Credits 1 Credit company’s most vital asset (the employ- This course helps students develop an This course introduces the tools, techniques, ees). This course covers hiring employees, understanding of marriage, family and kin- financial statements and financial ratios used developing training programs, supervising ship. It examines the family as an institution in the financial management of a small business. employees, conducting performance and how social, cultural and personal factors Topics covered are balance sheets, profit and evaluations and developing a compensation influence family relations. The stability and loss statements, financial ratios, depreciation package. and taxation. diversity of the family are explored, along SBM 290 Special Topics with current trends and some alternative life SBM 115 Marketing for a Small Business 1 Credit styles. 1 Credit This course covers current topics of interest SOC 215 Contemporary Social Problems This course introduces the concepts, terminol- to small businesses. 3 Credits ogy and steps utilized in planning a marketing strategy. It also familiarizes you with the activ- This course explores current social issues ities included in promoting a business. that result in societal problems. It focuses on SBM 116 Sales Techniques for the such issues as civil liberties, gender discrimi- Entrepreneur nation, substance abuse, crime, poverty and 1 Credit social change. This course explores the importance of selling for the small business and provides information on identifying customers, the selling process, characteristics of successful sales representatives and the sales plan.

160 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Spanish SOC 218 Sociology of Minorities SOC 258 Violence and Morality SPA 211 Foreign Language III 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits This course explores the variety of intergroup This course looks at the moral, physical, Prerequisite: SPA 112 or permission of relations; race, nationality, ethnic, income emotional and legal ramifications of the use instructor and other minority classifications. Patterns of or the lack of use, of lethal force in human This course continues the development of prejudice, discrimination and possible solu- relations. This course focuses upon values increased functional proficiency in listening, tions to these issues are examined. introduces the fate of victims of violent speaking, reading and writing the crime, both those who survive and the fami- SOC 226 Social Psychology language. lies of those who do not. It also investigates 3 Credits the nature of the criminal mind using readings Prerequisite: PSY 101 or PSY 102 or and texts written by specialists in forensic SPA 212 Foreign Language IV permission of instructor psychiatry. In addition, you are introduced to 3 Credits the Judeo-Christian, common law tradition This course explores social factors which Prerequisite: SPA 211 or permission of that has led to the evolution of our constitu- influence the behavior of individuals as they instructor tional right to self-preservation. interact with others. Specific topics include This course continues the development of aggression, attraction, prejudice, communi- increased proficiency in listening, speaking, cation, group dynamics, leadership and reading and writing the language. non-verbal communication. This course is SPANISH co-scheduled with PSY 226 and may be taken as PSY 226 or SOC 226 but not both. The order of the topics and the methodol- SPA 225 Spanish for the Professional ogy vary according to the individual texts 1-3 Credits SOC 227 Sociology of Death and and instructors. Dying Prerequisite: Permission of instructor 3 Credits SPA 101 Conversational Spanish I This course, designed for professionals, cov- 3 Credits This course examines the event of death and ers specific job related vocabulary, the process of dying. It explores the cause of This is the first course in a sequence for expressions and grammar. death and the experience of dying in nursing beginning students who wish to understand and speak Spanish. The material includes homes, emergency rooms and hospice. A SPA 231 Current Spanish—Spoken review of the ethical and political issues of basic vocabulary, grammar and expressions and Written I death and dying are studied. that are used in daily situations and in travel. 3 Credits SOC 254 Juvenile Delinquency SPA 102 Conversational Spanish II Prerequisite: SPA 112 or permission of 3 Credits 3 Credits instructor This course examines the causes and con- Prerequisite: SPA 101 or permission of This is a second-year course leading to more sequences of delinquency. Types of young instructor fluent and current usage of Spanish. Current people committing offenses, the acts com- This is the second course in a sequence for Spanish publications are used. mitted, juvenile courts, detention centers, beginning students who wish to understand parole and probation are topics covered. and speak Spanish. The material continues to SPA 232 Current Spanish—Spoken SOC 255 Criminology cover basic conversational patterns, expres- and Written II 3 Credits sions and grammar. This course may not 3 Credits transfer to a four-year institution. This course presents the nature and causes of Prerequisite: SPA 231 or permission of crime as a social phenomenon. Major crimi- SPA 111 Foreign Language I instructor nological theories are considered; the 5 Credits This course is a continuation of SPA 231 with characteristics of criminal behavior and the This course begins a sequence dealing with processes of making laws, breaking laws and more emphasis on fluency in speaking and the development of functional current usage. the reaction toward the breaking of laws are proficiency in listening, speaking, reading studied. and writing the language. SOC 257 Prevention, Correction, SPA 112 Foreign Language II Treatment and Custody 5 Credits 1-3 Credits Prerequisite: SPA 111 or permission of This course includes an overview of correc- instructor tional approaches. Various types of prisons, from maximum security to community- This course continues the development of based corrections and the internal structure functional proficiency in listening, speaking, and procedures of today’s prisons are stud- reading and writing the language. ied.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 161 Speech SPEECH SPE 230 Argumentation and Debate THE 131 Theatre Production I 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: SPE 115 or permission of Prerequisites: THE 111 and/or 112 or per- SPE 115 Principles of Speech instructor mission of instructor Communication 3 Credits This course acquaints you with the theory of This course allows students to put into prac- argumentation, including reasoning, evi- tice theories of theatre production. This course combines theory of speech dence, refutation and critical thinking. It Participation in set construction, costuming, communication with public speaking includes practice in preparation and oral lighting, sound, acting, stage managing and performance skills. It emphasizes speech analysis of selected arguments and styles of administration is available. delivery, preparation, organization, debating. support and audience analysis. THE 132 Theatre Production II SPE 275 Intercollegiate Forensics 3 Credits SPE 125 Interpersonal Communication 1-3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisites: THE 111 and/or 112 or per- Prerequisite: SPE 115 or permission of mission of instructor This course is designed to develop and/or instructor enhance your communication skills and help This course further explores the theories of you to use those skills to interact effectively This course involves practice/experience in theatre production. Participation in set con- in your family, social and professional rela- intercollegiate speech activities including par- struction, costuming, lighting, sound, acting, tionships. Relevant concepts include an ticipation in individual events, debates and stage managing and administration is available. designated weekend college speech tourna- introduction to communication theory, self-con- THE 140 Stage Dialects ments. This course may be repeated up to six cept, perception, language, nonverbal 1 Credit communication, self-disclosure and conflict credit hours. management. This course develops your skills in nine dialects and accents. SPE 216 Advanced Public Speaking THEATRE 3 Credits THE 141 Improvisational Acting Workshop I Prerequisite: SPE 115 THE 105 Introduction to the 1 Credit Theatre Arts (Core) This course is a continuation of SPE 115 with 3 Credits This course explores the art of creating a special emphasis on informative and persua- scene without dependence on script or pre- sive public speaking skills and techniques This course includes discussions, workshops conceptions (improvisation). Not to be and lectures designed to discover, analyze using longer, in-depth speeches. Work in confused with “ad-lib,” this course utilizes the other speech formats may include extempo- and evaluate all aspects of the theatre experience including scripts, acting, directing, “Second City” style of improvisation. raneous, impromptu, manuscript, special staging, history, criticism and theory. occasion speeches and group decision-mak- THE 142 Improvisational Acting Workshop II ing. THE 111 Acting I 3 Credits 1 Credit SPE 217 Group Communication Prerequisite: THE 141 3 Credits This course covers basic acting techniques and approaches including scene study, improvi- This course is continuation of THE 141 with sation and script analysis. It includes practical This course enables you to improve your more difficult and complicated application through classroom performance. ability to analyze, evaluate and impact group theatrical challenges. discussions, group processes, leadership THE 112 Acting II responsibilities, group dynamics, group deci- 3 Credits THE 143 Basic Acting Techniques 1 Credit sion making and other elements of group Prerequisite: THE 111 or permission of communication. instructor This course covers scene work and acting exercises for people with little or no training or This course continues to explore basic acting experience in the theatre. The Stanislavski techniques and approaches, including scene SPE 220 Intercultural Communication System of character analysis and develop- 3 Credits study, improvisation and script analysis. It includes practical application through class- ment is stressed. This course explores the link between culture room performance. THE 144 Scene Study and communication and develops and/or THE 116 Technical Theatre 1 Credit enhances communication skills and abilities 3 Credits Prerequisite: THE 143 appropriate to a multicultural society. This course introduces you to the technical This course continues scene work in the Emphasis is on understanding diversity aspects of theatre production through the within and across cultures. Relevant con- study of set design and construction, cos- Stanislavski System with material of a more cepts include perception, worldview, context, tuming, makeup, stage lighting and sound. demanding nature, such as classical and/or avant garde writers. ethics, language and nonverbal communication.

162 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Transportation/Logistics THE 145 Tryouts and Auditions THE 215 Playwriting TRANSPORTATION 1 Credit 3 Credits AND LOGISTICS Prerequisite: Permission of instructor This course gives you an opportunity to learn MANAGEMENT This course focuses on the selection and and practice play writing techniques, thereby preparation of audition materials with an improving creative writing skills. Elements of emphasis on modern and classical, serious dramatic structure, dialogue, styles and the- TLM 110 Introduction to Logistics and comic pieces. Cold readings and com- atrical practices are emphasized. This course 3 Credits mercial copy techniques are presented; is co-scheduled with ENG 215 and may be Logistics and transportation are a $1 trillion theatrical and media resumes are discussed. taken as THE 215 or ENG 215 but not both. industry in the U.S. providing many high pay- THE 170 Dance and Stage Movement ing jobs. This course provides you with a 3 Credits THE 231 Advanced Theatre broad and general exposure to business This course introduces you to the basic ele- Production Techniques I logistics, as well as an understanding of the ments of modern dance and to the potential 3 Credits basic concepts and techniques important to of dance and movement as a means of com- Prerequisites: THE 131, 132 or analyzing business logistics problems. It also munication. permission of instructor addresses how various activities are important THE 205 Voice Practicum to logistics, how they are related and how they This course provides those of you, who have 1 - 3 Credits interact with each other. completed THE 131 or 132, further practice in This course provides theatre, communica- communication and organizational skills TLM 205 Modes of Transportation tion and international students with gained through the theatre production 3 Credits techniques to develp a clear, dynamic, articu- process. lated career speech suitable for all This course provides you with a broad performance occasions. Topics include the THE 232 Advanced Theatre understanding of the various modes of trans- International Phonetic Alphabet, optimum Production Techniques II portation, their relationships and special pitch, vocal dynamics and projection, 3 Credits uses. The course also examines the regula- charisma and kineses. Laboratory experiences tory, competitive, technical and legal include your performances in individual and Prerequisites: THE 131, 132 or environment in which transportation oper- group presentations. permission of instructor ates. This course shows you how each form THE 210 Singing for Actors This course provides those of you, who have of transportation operates and gives you the 3 Credits completed THE 131, 132 or 231, further foundation to recommend the type of trans- practice in theatre production skills. portation to businesses. This course allows you to explore and per- Generally, you are given advanced creative form musical theatre sons. You utilize a projects such as set or costume design, pedagogical approach to evaluate your vocal directing, major acting roles or stage man- and stucture and formulate a systematized agement. series of vocal and whole body exercises to develop and enhance your self-confidence and coal instrument through in-class perfor- THE 240 Voice and Diction mances and a variety of show presentations. 3 Credits THE 211 Development of Theatre I This course provides you with individual tuto- (Core) rials which define, design and apply specific 3 Credits vocal techniques to abate singing and speech difficulties. Master class perfor- This course surveys the history and evolution of mances provide the opportunity to conjure the theatre from Ancient Greece to the the energy, charisma and stage command Renaissance, emphasizing all aspects of the neccessary for presentations. art form from period values to analysis of dramatic literature and performance. THE 271 Dance for Musical Theatre THE 212 Development of Theatre II 3 Credits (Core) 3 Credits This course introduces you to dance within the context of musical theatre. You gain an This course surveys the history and evolution of understanding of nonverbal communicative drama from the Renaissance to the pre- potential of stage movement both in theatre sent, emphasizing all aspects of the art form production and in life. from period values to the analysis of dramatic literature and performance.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 163 Water Quality Management WATER QUALITY WQM 107 Biological Treatment WQM 117 Domestic Water Treatment 3 Credits Processes MANAGEMENT 3 Credits TECHNOLOGY The course covers the major types of wastewater treatment processes-including trickling This course covers iron and manganese con- (All courses are approved for CEUs.) filters, rotating biological contactors, lagoons trol, fluoridation and softening, and activated sludge. Topics of each system trihalomethanes, demineralization and WQM 100 Introduction to Water include: design, operating guidelines, handling of process waste. Topics for each Quality Management process control, testing procedures, mainte- 3 Credits nance and safety. process include process descriptions, operating procedures, start up and shut down This course introduces the water and waste- WQM 108 Sludge Treatment procedures, laboratory test, trouble-shooting, 3 Credits water treatment field and acquaints the maintenance, safety and records. prospective technicians with the various applied This course includes aerobic and anaerobic science concepts that are used to operate, digestion; solids thickening using gravity, dis- maintain and monitor water quality. Topics solved air, centrifuge, vacuum filters and WQM 118 Wastewater Collection include hydrological cycle, water sources, drying beds; sludge stabilization by chemical Systems hydraulics, ecosystems, pollution, water means; sludge conditioning by chemical, 3 Credits chemistry, water calculations, microbiologi- thermal, wet oxidation or elutriation; vol- cal aspects of water and water quality control. This course covers the purpose, components ume reduction by composting or mechanical and design of collection systems. Topics WQM 104 Cross Connection Control drying; sludge destruction by incineration; include safety procedures, inspection and 2 Credits sludge storage; and land disposal with environmental controls. Topics include testing, pipeline cleaning and maintenance, This course introduces the principles of equipment, operational strategy, perfor- underground repair, lift stations and sewer hydraulics, design, operation and minimum mance standards, loading and rehabilitation. specifications of backflow prevention trouble-shooting. devices. In addition, you are taught cross- connection control law, rules and WQM 109 Water Distribution WQM 119 Basic Water Quality Analysis regulations, record keeping, application for 3 Credits 4 Credits specific devices, safety and device repair. This This course covers the purpose, selection course may be used to prepare for the This course relates the results of laboratory and location of water storage facilities and the Colorado Certification Examination for Cross- control tests to the chemistry of water and operation and maintenance of related equip- Connection Control Technicians. wastewater treatment. You gain the skills and ment. Topics include storage facilities and technics to operate within a laboratory. Topics WQM 105 Specific Calculations for capabilities, booster pumps, water mains and Water Quality Management appurtenances, joints, pipe protection and include laboratory equipment and instrumen- 4 Credits installation, valves, fittings and tation-identification, set-up and calibration; hydrants. Water quality standards, contami- safety, sample collection and preservation, This course provides you with an in-depth nants and degradation inspection and written reports and laboratory tests. study of the calculations associated with monitoring, system troubleshooting, surveil- Laboratory testing includes harness, alkalin- water and wastewater treatment. Topics lance, cross connections, pressure, main include dimensional analysis, manipulation of ity, dissolved oxygen, biochemical oxygen breaks, corrosion control, disinfection and conversion factors, geometric figures, veloci- demand, chlorine residual, pH, phosphorus, emergency planning are also covered. ties, detention time, surface loading, filtration dissolved solids, total solids, suspended and backwash rates, porosity, weir over flow WQM 115 Water Sources and Supply solids, turbidity, langier index, fluoride and rates, efficiencies, weight of dry solids, 3 Credits biomonitoring. sludge pumping, settleable solids, volatile This course provides an introduction into the solids, mean cell residence times, settleability, water supply systems and sources of disinfection and chemical dosage as relating to WQM 120 Water Quality Equipment water. Topics include sources and selection of trickling filters, ponds, RBC and activated Maintenance water, water quality problems, reservoir man- sludge. 4 Credits agement, intake structures, well and WQM 106 Mechanical-Physical introductory plant operations. This course provides an in-depth under- Treatment standing of mechanical and electrical 3 Credits WQM 116 Water Pre-treatment 3 Credits equipment maintenance. Topics include This course serves as a basic introduction correct use of power and handtools, preven- into wastewater treatment. Topics include the This course covers coagulation, flocculation, tive and repair maintenance of pumps, motors, sedimentation, filtering, corrosion and taste technician and their respon-sibility, effects of chlorinators, motor control units and other and odors. Topics for each process include waste discharges, natural cycles, solids in treatment plant equipment and safety proce- descriptions, operating procedures, associated wastewater, NPDES permits, collection sys- dures. tems, pretreatment, primary treatment, calculations, start-up and shut down proce- secondary treatment, advanced treatment, dures, laboratory tests, trouble-shooting, flow-measuring, solids handling and disposal. maintenance, safety and records.

164 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Water Quality Management

WQM 121 Environmental Sampling WQM 200 Hydraulics for Water WQM 216 Biological and and Volume Measurement Quality Management Bacteriological Water Quality Analysis Variable 4 Credits 4 Credits Prerequisite: College level reading, This course introduces the mathematical Prerequisites: WQM 119, 210 college level math principles of density, specific gravity, pres- sures horsepower and energy costs, This course studies microorganisms associ- This course is designed to provide you with velocities, weirs, parshall flumes, ated with all phases and concerns of water the knowledge and skills to collect venturimeters, California pipe method, flows and wastewater treatment including bacteria, contaminant samples for laboratory analysis, to from open-end pipes, surface loading rates, protozoa and algae. Topics include: select and prepare appropriate sample con- settling velocities and classification of flow. tainers; to keep accurate sampling records; microorganisms used in treatment, as indica- WQM 206 Design Interpretations of access sampling sites and do composite tors and the pathogens; regulations, health Water Quality Systems sampling. This course also provides sampling hazards and laboratory safety. Laboratory 4 Credits safety skills and sampling quality controls and work involves media preparation, coliform assurance methods. This course provides an in-depth study and testing, standard plate count, algae identifica- interpretation of blueprints, scale drawings, WQM 122 Basic Electricity for Water tion, activated sludge examination, volatile contour maps, profile drawings and symbols acids/alkalinity and biomonitoring. Quality Systems application to treatment facilities. It also 3 Credits includes basics in HVAC, lighting, construction techniques, building materials and energy This course provides an understanding of WQM 217 Disinfection Techniques in electrical theory, various types of electrical conservation. Water Quality Systems equipment found in treatment facilities, oper- WQM 207 Operations and Control of 4 Credits ation, troubleshooting basic electrical Activated Sludge Systems problems and safety procedures. 4 Credits This course provides an understanding of disinfection alternatives used in treatment WQM 125 Water-Wastewater The course provides a basic engineering Certification Review for Class C and D overview of the activated sludge process and systems such as chlorine, ozone, ultraviolet 3 Credits develops all process control activities around light and bromine chloride. Topics include the biology of the treatment system. Topics chemistry, equipment/maintenance, start-up/ This course helps you prepare for the opera- include: settleometers, flows concentrations, tors certification test in water/or wastewater shutdown procedures, hazards, safety and oxygen uptake, turbidity, microscopic exami- at the C or D level. Topics include water and troubleshooting. nation of organisms, trend charting, process wastewater principles, mathematics, control strategies. Classroom activities are hydraulics, conventional treatment of water, reinforced by field trips to various treatment WQM 230 Industrial Monitoring and wastewater sedimentation, water filtration, facilities. Treatment Colorado Primary Drinking Water 3 Credits Regulations, biological treatment of waste- WQM 208 Advanced Wastewater water, effluent standard for wastewater, Treatment This course provides an understanding of sludge handling and disposal, dis- 3 Credits industrial treatment. Various types of treat- infection, pumps, safety and housekeeping This course prepares you for the advanced ment systems are reviewed such as floatation, and laboratory analysis. stages of solids removal, nitrogen removal, screening and microscreening, neutralization, solids removal, effluent disposal and waste- WQM 126 Safety in the Water Quality coagulation and precipitation, adsorption, fil- water reclamation. Topics include: design, Industry tration, pure oxygen systems, chemical feed troubleshooting, maintenance, start-up and 3 Credits systems. Also included are safety, collection shut-down, monitoring and interpretation of This course covers the safety aspects in the test results. and preserving of samples, establishing an water and wastewater industry. Topics include industrial monitoring program, operational WQM 210 Advanced Water Quality development of safety policies and programs, strategies, interpretation of laboratory results, Analysis start-up/ shutdown of systems, maintenance, job safety orientation, driving practices, 4 Credits CPR/first aid, confined spaces, safety with plans and specification, various types of indus- energy-electrical, mechanical, thermal and Prerequisite: WQM 119 trial wastes and troubleshooting. pressure, trenching, streetwork, laboratory, The course is a continuation of WQM 119. treatment equipment, construction Advanced topics and laboratory tests to be vehicles/equipment and chlorine and other covered include: ammonia, total Kjeldahl chemicals. nitrogen, nitrate nitrogen, oil and grease, coagulation and flocculation, jar tests, sulfate, surfactants, taste and odor, specific conduc- tance, metals, total organic carbon, biomonitoring, federal and state water regulations/standards, discharge monitoring reports and completion of DMRs and NPDES reports.

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 165 Welding Fabrication WELDING WFT 118 Special Applications in Arc WFT 210 Structural Shapes and Joints Welding Design—Project Development FABRICATION 3 Credits 3 Credits TECHNOLOGY Prerequisite: WFT 115 or permission of Prerequisites: WFT 107, 108, 207 instructor In this course you recognize and measure WFT 100 Oxy-Acetylene Safety, In this course you demonstrate the operation of various structural shapes and joint designs Cutting and Welding air-arc process, welding with stainless steel and develop a shop drawing of a project 3 Credits electrodes, welding cast iron and using vari- (your choice or selected by the instructor). This course enables you to learn and use all ous diameter electrodes. shop safety rules and perform work in a safe WFT 200 Pipe Joint Design, manner and demonstrate an ability to per- Fabrication and Testing 2G WFT 235 Pipe Test A.S.M.E. Section IX, form oxy-acetylene welding and fuel gas 3 Credits E6010 and E7018 burning. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor 3 Credits WFT 107 Blueprint Reading and In this course you identify, fabricate and set Estimating Prerequisites: WFT 200, 202 up the standard open-butt designs; they 3 Credits demonstrate an ability to weld open-butt joint In this course you prepare and weld pipe in Prerequisite: MAT 056 is recommended designs and weld beveled open-butt pipe all positions using E6010 for root and E7018 joints in the 2G position using E6010/11 for fill, according to A.S.M.E. Section IX. This course enables you to demonstrate the electrode in accordance with applicable stan- ability to read welding shop drawings, iden- dards. tify various welding symbols and estimate WFT 236 Pipe Joint Design and the cost of materials and labor. WFT 202 Pipe Test A.S.M.E. Section IX, E6010 and E7018 Fabrication WFT 108 S.M.A.W. Safety, Electrode 3 Credits 3 Credits Identification and Surface Padding 3 Credits Prerequisite: WFT 200 Prerequisites: WFT 200, 202 and 235 This course applies safety rules applicable to In this course you prepare and weld pipe In this course you demonstrate an ability to S.M.A.W. power supplies, identify electrodes joints using E6010 and E7018 in all posi- lay out and fabricate pipe joints, including by A.W.S.—A.S.T.M. numbering system, and tions in accordance with A.S.M.E. Section three-piece 90-degree turns, branch to practice surface padding in designated posi- IX. header and reducers using E6010 electrode, tions. WFT 207 G.T.A.W. Safety and according to appropriate standards. WFT 110 S.M.A.W. Joints in Three Welding Joints Positions 3 Credits 3 Credits Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Prerequisite: Permission of instructor In this course you apply the process of This course demonstrates the ability to prop- fusion welding of low carbon steel joints (lap, erly set up and weld the lap, tee, butt and tee, open butt), using the appropriate power corner joints in the 2G, 3G and 4G positions supply and accessories. You also use silicon using specified electrodes. bronze filler material to weld low carbon steel joints. You use the G.T.A.W. process to weld WFT 115 Plate Code Testing E7018 the root pass on a beveled pipe joint and fill with Backing Strip the remaining groove with E7018 electrode 3 Credits in the S.M.A.W. process in 2G, 5G and 6G Prerequisite: Permission of instructor position. In this course you demonstrate the ability to WFT 209 G.M.A.W.—Pipe and Plate weld beveled test plates using a backing strip Code Testing in the 2G, 3G and 4G positions with E7018, 3 Credits according to applicable welding standards. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor WFT 116 Plate Code Testing E6010 In this course you identify various types of Without Backing Strip power supplies and accessories needed for 3 Credits the MIG welding process; employ the short- circuit method of welding on low carbon Prerequisite: Permission of instructor sheet steel, plate and pipe; demonstrate an In this course you demonstrate the ability to ability to weld a test specimen on the 3G ver- weld beveled test plates without a backing strip tical down plate and the 5G pipe joint in the 2G, 3G and 4G positions with E6010, positions; and also demonstrate an ability to according to applicable welding standards. weld using the flux-core process.

166 Red Rocks Community College Catalog Directory Administrators State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education (SBCCOE) BHASIN, Roberta Executive Director, Communication, Recruiting and Outreach. M.B.A., Raymond Wilder, Chair Julianne Haefeli Pepperdine University, 1980; B.A., University of Washington, 1968

Glenda Barry, Vice Chair William Hornby BOWMAN, Linda Rolf Anderson Kristy Schloss Vice President, Arts and Business. Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1995; M.P.A., University of Colorado, 1992; M.A., University of New Susan Ayres Davies Ralph Torres Orleans, 1981; B.A., University of South Alabama, 1973 John Frew CARLSON, Nancy Director, Student Employment Services. B.A., San Diego State Colorado Community College and University, 1972; A.A., Grossmont Junior College, 1969 Occupational Education System (CCCOES) CRAM, Caryll Director, Colorado Institute for Gender Equity in Vocational Education. M.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1970; M.S., University of Dr. Jerome F. Wartgow, President Minnesota, 1966; B.S., University of Minnesota, 1964 Red Rocks Community College DeREYES, Diane Director, Financial Aid. M.S., University of Colorado at Denver, 1993; Advisory Council B.S. University of Southern California, 1982

Dan Leach, Chair David Nielson GEARY, Wesley Director, Business Services. M.S., North Texas State University, 1981; Greg Martinez, Vice Chair Sandra Rue B.B.A., North Texas State University, 1980 Holli Baumunk Dr. John Trefny HAMMOND-HARMS, Theona Luanne Hazelrigg Coordinator, Services for Special Populations. M.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1984; B.A., University of Colorado, 1978; A.A., Red Rocks Community College Red Rocks Community College, 1975

President’s Leadership Team HEGEMAN, Diane Assistant to the Vice President, Learning Design and Support Dorothy Horrell, President Services/LARC. M. Ed., Colorado State University, 1989; B. Ed., Colorado State University, 1980 Roberta Bhasin, Executive Director of Communication, Recruiting and Outreach HORRELL, Dorothy Linda Bowman, Vice President of Arts and Business President. Ph.D., Colorado State University, 1992; M.Ed., Colorado State University, 1978; B.S., Colorado State University, 1973 Jeff Olson, Executive Director of Human Resources Cliff Richardson, Vice President of Administrative Services JONES, Jim Director, Student Center. M.Ed., Texas Tech University, 1974; B.S., Merna Saliman, Vice President of Learning Design Texas Tech University, 1969; A.A., Schreiner College, 1966 and Support Services Ted Sandquist, Executive Director of Red Rocks McNALLY DUNN, Molly Community College Foundation Coordinator, School-Age Child Care. B.A., St. Joseph College, 1971 Larry Spraggs, Vice President of Science and Technology Randy VanWagoner, Director of Institutional Research and Planning

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 167 OLSON, Jeff Professional Technical Staff Executive Director, Human Resources. M.A., University of Oklahoma, 1993; B.A., Doane College, 1992 ANDERSON, Cindy RICHARDSON, Cliff Academic Advisor, Advising. B.A., University of Colorado, 1975 Vice President, Administrative Services. M.P.A., University of Colorado, 1987; B.S., Metropolitan State College, 1978 AWONIJI, Beatrice Coordinator, Computer Access Center/LARC. M.S., Southern Illinois SALIMAN, Merna University, 1988; B.S., Southern Illinois University, 1987 Vice President, Learning Design and Support Services. D.Ed., University of Northern Colorado, 1983; M.A., University of Northern BENNETT, Monica Colorado, 1977; B.A., Loretto Heights College, 1975; A.A., Arapahoe Coordinator, Weekend College. M.Ed., University College, 1985; B.Ed. Community College, 1974 O.L.M. College of Education, 1977

SANDQUIST, Theodore BENWARE, Cheryl Executive Director, Red Rocks Community College Foundation. B.A., Grant Coordinator, Pathways. B.A., University of Colorado, 1969 Bowdoin College, 1959 CLAIRE, Virginia SCHANTZ, Robert Learning Development Center Lead, Arvada Campus. B.S., Regis Director, Recruiting and Outreach. M.Ed., Colorado State University, University, 1987; A.S., Red Rocks Community College, 1985 1992; B.S., Metropolitan State College, 1977; A.A., Arapahoe Community College, 1976 COLLUM, Judy Manager, Corporate Learning Center, The Red Rocks Institute. M.Ed., SEEHUSEN, Vicky University of Oklahoma, 1972; B.S.Ed., University of Oklahoma, 1967 Director, Computer Services. Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1996; M.B.A., Regis College, 1987; B.S., National College, 1981 DOPHEIDE, Viki Financial Aid Advisor, Financial Aid. B.A., Fort Lewis College, 1992; SPRAGGS, Laurence A.A.S. Front Range Community College, 1989 Vice President, Science and Technology. D.A., Idaho State University, 1980; M.S., Wayne State University, 1973; B.A., Wayne State GUNTHER, Maureen University, 1970 Coordinator, School-to-Careers Education. A.A., Red Rocks Community College, 1983 SWAIN, Steven Director, Physical Plant. M.P.A., University of Denver, 1984; B.S.B.A., HANLIN, Jeffrey University of Delaware, 1975 Self-Paced Education Lead/Mathematics/LARC. B.A., Metropolitan State College of Denver, 1988; A.A., Red Rocks Community College, VAN WAGONER, Randall 1977 Director, Institutional Research and Planning. M.A., University of Michigan, 1992; B.A. Oakland University, 1990 HAWKINS, Richard Coordinator, OSHA Training Institute Rocky Mountain Education YOHE, Bennett Center. B.S., Indiana State University, 1979 Assistant to the Vice Presidents of Instruction. Ed.S., University of Iowa, 1974; M.A., University of Iowa, 1974; B.A., University of Iowa, 1971 IORIO, Todd Multimedia Technology Coordinator ZELLER, Betsy Director, Grants and Development. Ph.D., Colorado State University, KNEPLEY, Susan 1988; M.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1975; B.A., Colorado Manager, LARC/One to One, Telecourses. M.B.S., University of State University, 1969 Colorado at Denver, 1996; M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh, 1969; B.A., Carnegie-Mellon University, 1968

KRONBERG, Andrea Interpreter, Services for Special Populations/LARC. B.A., Metropolitan State College of Denver, 1994; A.A.S., Front Range Community College, 1992

MACY, Dan Educational Coordinator, Arvada Campus, M.A.,University of San Francisco, 1993; B.A., San Jose State University, 1991; A.A., Foothills College, 1980

168 Red Rocks Community College Catalog MAEZ, Yvette Faculty Coordinator, Recruiting and Outreach/High School Relations. B.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1988 ALEXANDER, James MINDAK, Jean Instructor, Criminal Justice. B.A., Central Washington State College, Trainer, Corporate Learning Center, The Red Rocks Institute. M.A., St. 1972 Louis University, 1974; B.A., Fortbonne College, 1958 ANDERSON, Kathleen O’NEILL, John Instructor, Psychology. M.A., University of Texas, 1972; B.S., University Telecommunications, Distance Learning/LARC. B.S. University of of Texas, 1969 Wisconsin, 1982 ARNDT, Susan OSBORNE, Laura Professor, Art. M.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1975; B.A., Corporate Trainer, The Red Rocks Institute. B.S., University of Colorado Colorado State University, 1969 at Denver, 1987 ARNSPARGER, John PETERSON, Asheley Professor, Accounting and Computer Information Systems. M.B.Ed., Educational Program Assistant, Mountain Center. B.A., University of University of Colorado, 1972; B.B.A., Ohio University, 1968 Colorado at Denver, 1994 ATKIN, Barbara PHELPS, Sandra Instructor, Chemistry. Ph.D., University of California-Berkeley, 1971; Classroom Scheduler, Instructional Services M.A., University of California-Berkeley, 1981; B.A., Elmira College, 1960 RAMOS, Catherine Assistant Program Coordinator, School-Age Child Care. ATKINSON, Laurie Instructor, Computer Information Systems. M.S., University of RAKOCY, William Colorado, 1991; B.A., University of Colorado, 1986 B.S., University of Texas, 1984 BERMAN, Marjorie RANUM, Brian Instructor, History and Humanities. Ph.D., University of Colorado, A.A.S., Red Rocks Community College, 1988 1980; M.A., University of Colorado, 1974; B.A., Case Western Reserve University, 1972 REITER, Jayne Director, Small Business Development Center. M.ed., Colorado State BLACK, Niki University, 1994; B.S., Regis University, 1993 Instructor, English. M.A., University of Nevada-Las Vegas, 1980; B.A., University of Nevada-Las Vegas, 1976 RUSSELL, Randy ESL/International Student Programs Manager, Assessment Center. BLACK, Timothy M.A., University of Colorado, 1989; B.A., Metropolitan State College of Instructor, Criminal Justice. B.A., Western State College, 1965 Denver, 1981 BREECE, John STEIN, Nancy Instructor, Construction Technology. A.A.S., Red Rocks Community Self-Paced Education Lead, LARC. M.A., University of Northern College, 1991; A.A.S./Electronics, Mercer County Community College, Colorado, 1989; B.A., Metropolitan State College of Denver, 1987 1977; Licensed Master Plumber, State of Colorado

VOORHEES, Alice BROWN, J. David Coordinator, COBE, The Red Rocks Institute. M.A., Arizona State Instructor, Sociology. Ph.D., University of Denver, 1991; M.A., University, 1982; B.A., Moorhead State College, 1975 University of Denver, 1988; B.S., Metropolitan State College of Denver, 1985 WERNER, Jeanette Customer Service Manager, OSHA Training Institute Rocky Mountain BRYANT, Linda Education Center. B.A., Colorado Christian College, 1992; A.A., International Advisor, Admissions/Advising. M.A., University of Colorado Christian College, 1989 Phoenix, 1992; B.A., Colorado Christian College, 1989; A.S., Red Rocks Community College, 1978

CAMY, Ann Instructor, English. M.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1969; B.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1963

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 169 CARUOLO, Wayne JORGENSEN, Colleen Instructor, Computer Information Systems. M.A., Webster College, Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., University of Colorado at Denver, 1987; 1978; B.S., Norwich University, 1970 B.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1974

CONNOLE, Thomas JOY, Carla Librarian. M.A.L., University of Denver, 1974; M.A., University of Professor, History. M.A., University of Denver, 1969; A.B., Loretto Michigan, 1967; B.A., University of Colorado, 1966 Heights College, 1967

DEWALD, Sherry KAYE, Steven Instructor, Communications. M.A., University of South Dakota, 1977; Instructor, Biology. M.Ed., University of Hawaii, 1984; B.A., University B.A., University of Illinois, 1974 of Hawaii, 1981

EDWARDS, D. Kerry KRIZNAR, David Instructor, Philosophy. Ph.D., Iliff School of Theology/University of Instructor, Electronic Digital/Computer Technology. A.A.S., Red Rocks Denver, 1989; M.A., Wycliffe College, Toronto School of Community College, 1987 Theology/University of Toronto, 1981; B.A., Roberts Wesleyan College, 1977 KUNIMUNE, Mark Instructor, Emergency Medical Services. B.A., Prescott College, 1995 ELRICK, Donald Instructor, Biology. Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1976; B.A., LAHEY, Frederic University of Colorado, 1965 Instructor, Film/Video Technology. Program Director AVID Education Center. M.F.A., Columbia University, 1984; B.A., Columbia University, FREENEY-HILTON, Mildred 1978 Instructor, Sociology. M.Ph., Roosevelt University, 1974; M.A., Roosevelt University, 1973; B.A., Blackburn College, 1971 LEVINE, Kent Professor, Real Estate and Business Law. J.D., Drake University Law FREY, Norma School, 1973; B.A., Western State College of Colorado, 1970 Instructor, Mathematics. M.A., Ohio State University, 1957; B.S., University of Nevada-Reno, 1954 LUKAVITCH, Terri Instructor, Criminal Justice. M.A., University of Northern Colorado, GARROD, Candace 1986; B.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1978 Instructor, Computer Information Systems. M.Ed., Colorado State University, 1992; B.Ed., Colorado State University, 1986 MAXWELL, Thomas Professor, Communications, English and Literature. M.A., University of HILTON, Craig Colorado at Denver, 1989; B.A., University of Colorado, 1967 Master Instructor. Construction and Energy Technology. Licensed Master Plumber MELCHER, Charles Master Instructor, Electronic Digital/Computer Technology. B.S., INGRAM, Verne Weber State College, 1965 Instructor, Accounting and Business. M.A. University of Phoenix, 1994; C.P.A., 1980; B.S., University of Idaho, 1964 MILMOE, Becky Instructor, Multimedia. B.F.A. University of Denver, 1985 INTRERY, Linda Professor, Mathematics. M.B.S., University of Colorado, 1985; B.A., NIEHOFF, Thomas University of Northern Colorado, 1977 Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., University of Colorado at Denver, 1991; B.S., University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, 1981; A.A., Florida JAMRUSZKA-MENCHER, Pamela Junior College at Jacksonville, 1977 Instructor, Communications, Speech and Theatre. M.F.A., University of Wisconsin, 1981; B.A., Montana State University, 1978 NELMS, Michael Instructor, Fire Science. A.A.S., Red Rocks Community College, 1988 JOHNSON, Cheryl Instructor, Accounting and Management. M.B.A., University of NELSON, David Colorado, 1990; Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1986; M.B.E., Professor, Geography, Humanities and Political Science. Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1977; B.S., Colorado State University, 1969 University of Denver, 1969; M.A., University of Denver, 1964; B.A., University of Denver, 1963 JORDAN, Kathryn Instructor, Medical Assistant. B.A., University of Colorado, 1977 NELSON, Walter Associate Professor, English and Literature. M.A., University of Missouri, 1971; B.A., California State College, Hayward, 1969

170 Red Rocks Community College Catalog NIELSEN, David SPERLING, John Instructor, Computer Information Systems. B.S., Brigham Young Master Instructor, Construction Technology–Fine University, 1977 Woodworking/Carpentry. B.S., University of Colorado, 1970; Real Estate Broker’s License NOTARIANNI-DITTO, Elissa Instructor, Biology. Ph.D. University of Minnesota, 1985; B.S. Regis SPILLYARDS, Joey College, 1976 Instructor, Drafting. B.E., Colorado State University, 1987

OLSON, Scott STANESCO, John Instructor, Environmental Compliance Technology. B.S., University of Professor, Geology. M.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1974; California, Los Angeles, 1985 B.A., Regis College, 1968

ORTEGA, Judith STELLICK, Wayne Counselor, Career Resource Center. M.A., University of Northern M.A. Ed., University of Phoenix, 1996; B.S., Colorado State University, Colorado, 1980; B.A., Loretto Heights College, 1974; A.A., Red Rocks 1990 Community College, 1971 STEVENS, Douglas PADILLA, Francisco Instructor, Electronic Digital/Computer Technology. Professor, Spanish. M.A., Regis University, 1992; B.A., University of Colorado, 1973 THATCHER, Gene (Rich) Instructor, Construction Technology. Licensed Master Electrician REEVES, Richard Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., University of Colorado at Denver, 1992; VAIANA, Michael B.A., University of Colorado at Denver, 1990 Associate Professor, Developmental Studies. M.A., Colorado State University, 1973; B.A., Colorado State University, 1970 REEVES, Terry Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., University of Colorado at Denver, 1992; WELLE, Thomas B.S., Oklahoma State University, 1989 B.A., University of Colorado, 1993; A.S., Monterey Peninsula College, 1985 ROBERTSON, James Instructor, Art. M.F.A., Brigham Young University, 1990; B.A., Brigham WELLS, Merrilla Young University, 1981 Instructor, Computer Information Systems. M.B.A., Indiana University, 1980; B.S. Indiana University, 1979 ROSSTON, Julie Benson Instructor, Speech. M.A., University of Montana, 1990; B.A., University of Minnesota, 1988 Adjunct Faculty

RUDDEN, Michael Over four hundred part-time faculty, who are recognized as being Master Instructor, Welding Fabrication Technology. highly proficient in their profession or trade, teach each semester and make significant contributions to the delivery of instruction by provid- SAPIENZA, Leonard ing special expertise in their fields. Professor, English and Literature. M.A., University of Phoenix, Denver, As the instructional programs and course offerings change, the adjunct 1991; B.A., Colorado State College, 1959 faculty also changes; it is not feasible to individually list them. The college would like to take this opportunity to recognize the outstanding SCHREIBMAN, Walter contributions made by our adjunct faculty who provide timely, quality Professor, Psychology. M.S., Purdue University, 1969; B.A., University instruction to Red Rocks Community College students. of Colorado, 1967

SMITH, Charles Instructor, Mathematics. M.A., California State Polytechnic College, San Luis Obispo, 1969; B.S., California State Polytechnic College, San Luis Obispo, 1968

SMITH, Marilyn Instructor, English. M.A., University of Washington, 1977; B.A., University of Colorado, 1975; A.A., El Paso Community College, 1973

SOMERS, Cynthia Instructor, Chemistry. Ph.D., University of Washington, 1989; B.A., University of California, 1983

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 171 Classified Staff FREDERICK, Robert Custodian II, Physical Plant

ANDERSON, John FROST, Janet Media Specialist IV, LARC/Learning Materials Center Administrative Assistant III, Instruction/Science and Technology

ARRIETA, Juan GARCIA, Anthony Groundskeeper I, Physical Plant Utility Worker II, Physical Plant

ATENCIO, Ernie GEORGE, Anna Utility Worker I, Physical Plant Data Specialist I, Computer Services

BAKER, Janet GOUGH, Renée Office Manager I, Instruction/Science and Technology Administrative Assistant III, Communication, Recruiting and Outreach

BANA, Ronald GRAHAM, Virginia Plant Maintenance Supervisor I, Physical Plant Administrative Assistant III, Job Placement and Cooperative Education

BLACKER, Marilyn GRASSE, Martina Library Technician III, LARC/Library Administrative Assistant II, Continuing Education for Health Care

BROWN, Fredrick GREEN, Lois Custodian I, Physical Plant Administrative Assistant III, Arvada Campus

BURROUGHS, Bishop GRUBER, Darlene Custodian I, Physical Plant Program Assistant II, President’s Office

CARSON, Deborah GUERRERO, Salvador Accounting Technician II, Business Services/Accounts Payable Housekeeping Supervisor I, Physical Plant

CHAVEZ, Gabriel HAMBY, Cynthia Groundskeeper II, Physical Plant Administrative Assistant II, Instructional Services

CHOU, Chi-Ping HAMILTON, Isaac Library Technician III, LARC/Library Custodian I, Physical Plant

CROCKOM, Thomas HOFFERT, Janis Housekeeping Supervisor I, Physical Plant Administrative Assistant III, Admissions

DEITRICK, Marilyn HOULE, Kelly Accounting Technician II, Business Services/Cashier’s Early Childhood Educator II, School-Age Child Care

DEROU, Michael HUGHES, Diane University Counselor III, LARC/Assessment Center Administrative Assistant II, Admissions

EAVES, Jennifer JASSO, Susan Custodian I, Physical Plant Accountant II, Business Services/Payroll

ELLIOTT, Barbara JOHNSON, Mike Administrative Assistant III, Instruction/Arts and Business Groundskeeper I, Physical Plant

ESQUIBEL, Jose JONES, Mary Custodian I, Physical Plant Accounting Technician II, Business Services/General Ledger

FABRIZIO, Carolyn JONES, Patrick (Red) Accounting Technician II, Business Services/Cashier’s Custodian I, Physical Plant

FLOYD, Tanya KERN, Connie Administrative Assistant III, Communication, Recruiting and Outreach Administrative Assistant III, LARC/Assessment Center

FOSTER, Elizabeth Publications Specialist I, Student Center

172 Red Rocks Community College Catalog KING, RuthAnn REAGAN, Sandra Accounting Technician II, Business Services/Payroll Student Services Specialist I, LARC/Assessment Center REINKE, Carmie KIOLBASA, Kathy Administrative Assistant II, Admissions Accounting Technician II, Business Services/Accounts Payable

KUMPF, Susan RODRIGUES, Mary Ann Program Assistant I, Institutional Research and Planning Accounting Technician IV, Business Services/Cashier’s

KUSHEL, Arlene RODRIGUEZ, Denise Administrative Assistant III, Student Center Accounting Technician II, Accounting Services/Payroll

LEICHT, Linda ROYBAL, Steven Network Analyst Intern, Computer Services Custodian II, Physical Plant

LUJAN, Ruben SCHISSLER, Kathy Custodian II, Physical Plant Administrative Assistant III, Administrative Services

MANVILLE, Suzanne SCHMUCK, Adrienne Student Services Specialist I, Financial Aid Network Analyst Administrator, Computer Services

MAYA, Debbie SHIPE, Jeannie Accounting Technician II, Business Services/Payroll Administrative Assistant III, The Red Rocks Institute

McLUER, Grete SIEVERDING, Sylvia Student Services Specialist I, Admission Student Services Specialist I, LARC/Assessment Center

MERCER, Willoughby SIMPSON, Beverly Police Officer III, Campus Police Program Assistant I, Red Rocks Foundation

MERRIMAN, Donna STARKWEATHER, Sonja Administrative Assistant III, Institutional Research and Planning/Student Storekeeper II, Physical Plant Records SULLIVAN, Valorie MOLL, Melodie Administrative Assistant III, Learning and Resource Center (LARC) Administrative Assistant II, Institutional Research and Planning/Student Records TATNALL, Denise Purchasing Agent I, Business Services/Purchasing NORDEN, Robert Groundskeeper I, Physical Plant TRUJILLO, Al Utility Worker I, Physical Plant O’CONNEL, Cathy Administrative Assistant II, Information Desk WALLER, Mary Administrative Assistant II, Instruction/Arts and Business ORTEGA, Frances Library Technician II, LARC/Library WELSH, Janet Library Technician III, LARC/Library PACHECO, Patricia Library Technician I, LARC/Library WENGROVIUS, Ruth Student Services Specialist I, LARC/Assessment Center PEAVEY, Donna WICHMANN, Lenora Program Specialist I, Learning Design and Support Services Storekeeper I, Physical Plant PETTINE, Kathleen Administrative Assistant III, Physical Plant WILSON, Diane Administrative Assistant II, Mountain Center PETROCCO, Sandy Administrative Assistant II, Campus Police

PORCH, Kathy Network Analyst Intern, Computer Services

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 173 Admissions Information and Advising 5 C Admissions 5 Cafeteria 11 Index Admissions Procedures 5 Calendar 3 Advising 5 Campus Honorary Organization 13 A High School Students 5 Career Planning and Workplace Experience 6 Academic Integrity 12 Inter-Institutional Registration 5 Carpentry 56-57, 104-106 Academic Second Chance 13 International Students 5 CD-ROM Course Information 9 Academic Standards 12 Career Planning and Workplace Certificates 17, 30 Academic Integrity 12 Experience 6 Readmission of Former Students 6 Challenge Exams 8 Attendance 12 Transcripts 6 Chemistry 46, 106 Course Load 12 Transfer of Credit 6 C-HORBET Test 8 Evaluation and Grading 12 Advising 5 Child Care 11 S.T.A.R. for Grades 12 Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity 15 Clerical/Data Entry 45 Primary Grading Symbols 12 Air Conditioning, Heating and College Calendar 3 Additional Grading Symbols 12, 13 Refrigeration (HVAC/R) 53-56, 95-96 College Level Examination Grade Point Average (GPA) American College Test (ACT) 8 Program (CLEP) 8 Calculation 13 Anthropology 95-96 Colorado Environmental Training Ctr. 10 Academic Second Chance 13 Apprentice-Related Emphasis 50-51, Colorado Windows Honors Program 14 114-115 Engineering Certificate 68 Honors List 13 Approved Elective Credit Course List for Colorado Vocational Educator Test 8 Phi Theta Kappa 13 AA and AS Degrees 19 Commercial Food Service Mgt. 38,107 Repeating Courses 13 Arranged Courses 9 Common Core for AA/AS Degree 18 Veterans Progress 13 Art 32, 96-98 Communication Academy (Law Enforcement) 64 Arvada Campus 4 (Speech Communications) 91, 107 Accounting 30, 93-94 Assessment 8 COMPASS Test 8 Accounting Paraprofessional 30 ASSET Assessment Test 8 Computer-Aided Drafting 70-72, 127-129 Accounting Technician 31 Associate of Applied Science Degree 16, 17 Computer Access 8 ACT College Entrance Exam 8 Associate of Arts Degree 16 Computer-Assisted Instruction 8 ACT Test Preparation 8 Associate of General Studies 16 Computer Information Systems 46-49, Active Solar 61 Associate of Science Degree 16 107-112 Additional Grading Symbols 12 Astronomy 98 Computer Science 49, 112-113 Additional Learning Opportunities 9 Attendance 12 Construction Technology 50-62, 113-115 Arranged Courses 9 Authorized Prometric Testing Ctr. 8 Continuing Education for Independent Study 9 Auto Collision Technology Health Careers 79 Live Education Transmission (LET) 9 Automotive Technology 33, 98 Continuing Ed Refresher Nursing 79 Self-Paced Courses 9 Aviation Technology 34-35, 100-101 Cooperative Education/Internships 10 Self-Paced CD-ROM Courses 9 Core Transfer Program 18 Telecourses 9 B Corrections Emphasis 63 Weekend College 9 Banking 38 Course Descriptions 93-166 Cooperative Education/Internships 10 Basic Law Enforcement Academy 64 Course Load 12 Colorado Environmental Basic Skills Assessment 8 Credit for Prior Learning 8 Safety Training Center 10 Biology 35, 101-102 Criminal Justice 63-65, 119-121 The OSHA Training Institute: Biotechnology 36 Customized Training Rocky Mountain Education Ctr. 10 Bookstore 11 (The Red Rocks Institute) 10 The Red Rocks Institute 10 Bricklaying 102 Warren Tech 10 Building Construction 56-57, 104-106 Administrative Assistant 43 Business 36, 102 Business Administration 37-42 Business Technology 43-45, 103-104

174 Red Rocks Community College Catalog D F H Dates 3 FAA Licensing Test 8 Health Careers/Continuing Education 79 Degrees 16, 17 Family Education Rights and Health Occupations 144 Degree Requirements 20-29 Privacy Act of 1974 15 Heating, Air Conditioning, Developmental: Education 121 FCC Licensing Test 8 Ventilation/Refrigeration 53-56, 95-96 High School Students 10 Developmental: English 130 Fees 7 History 80, 145 Developmental: English as a Film/Video Technology 75, 133-134 Honors List 13 Second Language 131 Financial Aid 7 Honors Program 14 Developmental: General Education 142 Financial Services 38, 135 Humanities 80, 145 Developmental: Mathematics 148 Fine Woodworking 59-60, 135-136 Human Resources Management 39 Developmental: Reading 159 Fire Science Technology 76-77, 137-141 HVAC/R 53-56, 95-96 Developmental: Studies Program 159 Fitness Education Center 11, 153-155 Directory 167-173 Food Service (Cafeteria) 11 I Incompletes 12 State Board for Community Colleges Foreign Languages 78, 141, 143, 161 Independent Study 9 and Occupational Education 167 Foundation (RRCC) 7 Instructional Programs 30-92 Red Rocks Advisory Council 167 French 141 Inter-Institutional Registration 5 President’s Leadership Team 167 International Students 5 Administrators 167-168 G Internet/Web Development 46, 48 Professional/Technical 168-169 GATB Test 8 Internships 10 Faculty 169-171 GED Test 8 Investigations 64 Adjunct Faculty 171 General Education Core Transfer 18 Classified Staff 172-173 General Information 4 J Job Placement/Internships 10 Mission 4 Disabled Student Services 8, 15 Juvenile Emphasis (Corrections) 63 Drafting 70-72, 127-129 Purpose 4 Drug/Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program 15 Values 4 L Vision 4 LAN Administrator 48 E Campus Locations 4 Law Enforcement Emphasis 63 Early Childhood Ed 65-66, 121-122 Geology 142-143 Law Enforcement Training Academy 64 Learning and Resource Center (LARC) 8 Economics 67, 123 German 78, 143 Assessment 8 Educational Planning Services 5 Grade Point Average (GPA) Calculation 13 Credit for Prior Learning 8 Advising 5 Grading Evaluation 12 CLEP Exam 8 Assessment 8 Grading Symbols 12 Challenge Exams 8 Career Planning and Workplace Graduation Requirements 20 Portfolio 8 Experience 6 Degrees Awarded 20 ACT Exam 8 Learning and Resource Center (LARC) 8 Certificate Requirements 20 ASSET, OMPASS 8 Assessment/Testing 8 Recognition of Achievement 20 Authorized Prometric Testing Ctr. 8 One-On-One Instruction 8 Courses That Are Not Applicable C-HORBET 8 Library 8 Toward Any Degree 20 Colorado Vocational Educator Test 8 Services for Special Populations 8 Other Graduation Policies 20 FAA, FCC Tests 8 GATB Test 8 Tutoring 8 Petitioning for Waivers and/or Oral English Proficiency Test 8 Electricity 57-59, 123-124 Program Substitutions 20 TOEFL Exam 8 Electronic Digital/Computer Requirements for Degrees 21-29 Computer Access 8 Technology 67-68, 124-126 Associate of Arts Degree 16 Learning Development 8 Emergency Management/ Associate of Science Degree 16 Library 8 Planning 69, 126-127 Associate of General Studies Degree 16 Services for Special Populations 8 Emergency Medical Services 127 Associate of Applied Science 16, 17 Arranged Courses 9 Energy Technologies 61-62 Grants 7 Independent Study 9 Engineering Graphics Tech 70-72, 127-129 Graphics and Animation Technology Live Education Transmission 9 English 72, 130-131 GRE (preparatory) Test 8 Self-Paced Study 9 English As a Second Language 131 Self-Paced CD-ROM Courses 9 Telecourses 9 Environmental/Safety Tech 73-74, 132-133 Library 8 Environmental Science 132 Legal Secretary 43, 45 ESL Class Preparation 8 Literature 146 Evaluation and Grading 12 ,13 Live Educational Transmission (LET) Courses 9 Loans 7

Red Rocks Community College Catalog 175 M R T Management 37-42, 146-147 Radiologic Technology 90, 158 Table of Contents 2 Management/Supervision Emphasis 39 Reading 159 Telecourses 9 Marketing 40, 148 Readmission of Former Students 6 Testing 8 Masonry 102 Real Estate 42, 159 Theatre Arts 92, 162-163 Mathematics 81, 148-149 Red Rocks Community TOEFL Exam 8 Medical Assisting 81 College Foundation 7 Transcripts 6 Medical Office 44-45 Red Rocks Institute 10 Transfer Agreements with Four-Year Microcomputer Applications Refrigeration 53-56, 95-96 Colleges and Universities 19 Specialist Emphasis 47-48 Refund Policy 7 Transfer of Credit 6 Microcomputer Programming Transportation/Logistics Mgt. 42, 163 Specialist Emphasis 47-48 S Tuition and Financial Aid 7 Mission (College) 4 Safety 11 Tuition and Fees 7 Mountain Center 4 SAT Test (preparatory) 8 Non-Resident Students 7 Multicultural Activities 11 Scholarships 7 Senior Citizens Tuition 7 Multimedia Software Developer 47 Section 504/ADA Compliance 15 Financial Obligations of Students 7 Multimedia Tech 82, 143-144,150, 156 Self-Paced Study 9 Financial Aid (Priority Dates) 7 Music 150 Self-Paced CD-ROM Courses 9 Red Rocks Community Self-Help Programs 7 College Foundation 7 N Senior Citizens 7 Tutoring 8 National Student Honoring Organization 13 Services for Special Populations 8 Network Administrator Emphasis 41 Sheet Metal V Non-Resident Students 7 Sign Language 107 Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide 84 Small Business Development Center 10 Values (College) 4 O Small Business Management 40, 160 Veterans Academic Progress 13 Occupational Safety Technology 84, 151 Sociology 91, 160-161 Victim Assistance Administration 64 Off-Campus Sites 4 Solar Construction Technology 61 Victim Assistance Direct Service 64 Oral English Proficiency Test 8 Spanish 161 Vision (College) 4 The OSHA Training Institute 10 Special Topics Courses 93 Rocky Mountain Education Center Speech 162 W Speech Communications 91 Warren Tech 10 P S.T.A.R. for Grades 12 Water Quality Mgt. Tech 74, 164-165 Paramedic Technician 85 Student Center 11 Weekend College 9 Park Ranger Technology 86-87, 152 Student Leadership Association (S.L.A.) 11 Welding Fabrication Technology 92, 166 Passive Solar Construction 62 Student Resources 11 Woodworking 59-60, 135-136 Pell Grants 7 Bookstore 11 Word/Information Processing 44-45 Petitioning for Waivers and/or Cafeteria 11 Work-Study Program 7 Program Substitutions 20 Child Care 11 Phi Theta Kappa 13 Fitness Center 11 Philosophy 88, 152-153 Job Placement/Internships 10 Physical Education 153-155 Multicultural Activities 11 Physics 88, 155 Safety 11 PLACE Test (preparatory) 8 Student Center 11 Plumbing 60-61, 155-156 Student Leadership Political Science 89, 156 Association (S.L.A.) 11 P.O.S.T. Certification 64 Student Center 11 Pre-Engineering 70 Student Government Association 11 Pre-Nursing 84 Student Clubs 11 Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Student Publications 11 Services Management Emphasis 41 Students with Disabilities 15 President’s Letter 1 Priority Dates (Financial Aid) 7 Privacy Notification 15 Production/Design Technology 83, 156 Production Management Emphasis 157 Programming Emphasis 48-49 Programs of Study 16-17 Psychology 89, 157-158 Purchasing Management 41 Purpose (College) 4

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