Course Catalog 2009-2011
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On behalf of the Board of INDEX WTrustees, faculty, and staff, we are pleased to assist you in learning more about our institution and help you make decisions regarding your future education.
For over 40 years, Rock Valley College has Rock Valley College’s vision is to “make a been serving the region as our community’s difference through teaching, learning, and college. We are proud to continue in this role, leading.” We take this statement very seriously, whether your plans include a certificate, an as you will see in our instruction, staff, programs, associates degree, or perhaps just a few classes and facilities. The quality of education and to better identify your interests. I invite you services you will receive at Rock Valley College to visit our campus soon and to stop in the is exceptional, and we are proud that you would Student Center to meet with advisors and consider letting us serve you. financial aid professionals. All of these folks are uniquely qualified to help you assess your We look forward to seeing you on campus soon! needs, direction, and best path for meeting your goals. You’ll find very helpful people who Sincerely, understand your questions and are happy to assist you in any way.
If you cannot get to campus soon, please visit Jack J. Becherer, Ed.D. President our web site and take the virtual tour. Many questions can also be answered through this venue, and I believe you will find it to be a very useful tool and easy to navigate.
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Welcome ...... 1
Vision, Mission, Core Values, Learning Outcomes . . . . 3
Board of Trustees ...... 4
Academic Calendar 2009 – 2010...... 6
Contacts ...... 7
About the College ...... 8
Getting Started...... 11
Activities, Student Services, Rights and Responsibilities ...... 21
Transfer Degrees ...... 29
Transferring ...... 39
Baccalaureate Completion Agreements ...... 41
Career Education Programs ...... 43
Cooperative Educational Agreements ...... 78
General Studies Degree...... 81
Course Descriptions...... 83
Community Outreach ...... 154
Administration and Learning Services ...... 167
Campus and Off-Campus Maps...... 176
Index...... 178
Rock Valley College 3301 N. Mulford Rd. Rockford, IL 61114-5699 Phone (Toll-Free) (800) 973-7821 Main Switchboard (815) 921-7821
www.rockvalleycollege.edu 2 2009 – 2011 Catalog VISION • MISSION • COREVALUES • LEARNINGOUTCOMES L L Vision Statement Core Values As our community’s college, we make a difference Learner-Centered Community CONTENTS through teaching, learning, and leading. We are dedicated to providing lifelong learning opportunities that foster student success. INDEX Mission Statement Rock Valley College is an educational leader in providing Mutual Respect quality, accessible, lifelong learning opportunities, cultural At all times, we uphold the dignity of each individual by enrichment, and support for economic and technological being ethical, respectful, fair, and courteous in our development. communication and actions.
We accomplish our mission by providing the highest quality Excellence programs and services to: By setting high expectations, we promote excellence in • Prepare our students for ... teaching and learning. We are service-centered and hold – successful transfer ourselves and each other accountable. – competitive employment – professional and personal growth Diversity We promote, celebrate, and accept diversity, including • Foster innovative, collaborative relationships cultural and ethnic diversity, diversity of thought, and to advance... diverse views of others. – a seamless educational system – an appreciation of the arts Collaboration – economic and technological development We value working together and with the community in innovative, enriching partnerships. • Provide leadership in developing a nurturing culture that... – values learning Innovation – honors and respects each individual We anticipate change and explore creative approaches to – uses resources responsibly address the future.
Accreditation: Public Trust Rock Valley College is accredited by The Higher Learning We honor the trust placed in us by the public and uphold it Commission and is a member of the North Central through quality service, integrity of actions, and efficient Association. use of resources.
General Education Statement of Philosophy The General Education Program at Rock Valley College is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and habits reflected in the lives of educated persons and basic to all professions so that RVC students are capable of leading rewarding and responsible lives as productive, global citi- zens. The General Education Program offers varied oppor- tunities for students “to develop the breadth of knowledge and the expressive skills essential to more complex and in- depth learning throughout life” (adapted from the Illinois Articulation Initiative, 2000). With this philosophy as our focus, our general education courses are designed to help students achieve the following learning outcomes.
Student Learning Outcomes Rock Valley College is committed to preparing students to: • Communicate effectively • Integrate technology into all fields of knowledge and expression • Demonstrate competency in critical thinking • Respect and work effectively with persons of diverse backgrounds and abilities • Demonstrate the behaviors of ethical and socially responsible citizens • Demonstrate personal wellness 3 2009 – 2011 Catalog BOARDOFTRUSTEES L L
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Chris Beck Theodore J. Biondo Katherine M. Kelley Ken Nelson
Stephanie Raach, Ph.D. Randall J. Schaefer
The information in this catalog is subject to change • Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) • Illinois Department of Public Health without prior notice or obligation. It is the student’s (Dental Hygiene program) (Certified Nursing Aide program) responsibility to be aware of the information in this 211 E. Chicago Ave., Suite 1900 535 W. Jefferson St. Chicago, IL 60611 Springfield, IL 62761 catalog and to keep informed as additions and (312) 440-2500 (217) 785-5133 corrections are announced. • Committee on Accreditation for • National Automotive Technicians Rock Valley College accreditation agencies Respiratory Care Education Foundation (Respiratory Care program) (Automotive Service Technology program) • Accreditation Review Committee on Education in CoARC 101 Blue Seal Dr., S.E. Suite 101 Surgical Technology (Surgical Technology and 1248 Harwood Rd. Leesburg, VA 20175 Assistant at Surgery programs) Bedford, TX 76021-4244 (703) 669-6650 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 110 (817) 283-2835 Littleton, CO 80120 • Office of the State Fire Marshall (303) 694-9262 • Federal Aviation Administration (Fire Science Program) (Aviation Maintenance Technology program) 1035 Stevenson Road • American Welding Society Chicago FSDO (DPA) Springfield, IL 67203-4259 (Welding Technology program) DuPage Airport (217) 782-4542 Blackhawk Chapter 13 31W775 North Ave. 550 NW LeJeune Rd. West Chicago, IL 60185 • The Higher Learning Commission Miami, FL 33126 (630) 443-3100 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400 (800) 443-9353 Chicago, IL 60602-0456 • Illinois Bureau of Apprenticeship Training (800) 621-7440 • Automotive Service Excellence (Apprenticeship programs) www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org (Automotive Service Technology program) USDOL/ETA/OATELS-BAT National Institute for Automotive 230 S. Dearborn St., Room 656 Service Excellence Chicago, IL 60604 101 Blue Seal Dr., S.E., Suite 101 (312) 596-5508 Leesburg, VA 20175 (703) 669-6600 • Illinois Department of Financial and Professional • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Regulation, Board of Nursing Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (Nursing program) (Respiratory Care and Surgical Technology pro- 320 W. Washington St. grams) Springfield, IL 62786 1361 Park St. (217) 785-0800 Clearwater, FL. 33756 (727) 210-2354 4 2009 – 2011 Catalog L L L
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Student Trustees: Michaela Perdue, 2008-2009 Gloria Wiekert, 2009-2010 Mike Olson Jack J. Becherer, Ed.D. President
Memberships Public high schools within the • American Association of Community Colleges college district One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 410 Washington, D.C. 20036 Belvidere, Byron, Durand, Harlem, Hononegah, (202) 728-0200 North Boone, Pecatonica, Rockford Auburn, Rockford East, Rockford Guilford, Rockford • American Council on Education Jefferson, South Beloit, Stillman Valley, One Dupont Circle, NW Winnebago, students living in portions of Oregon’s Washington, D.C. 20036 district. (202) 939-9300 • Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) Sexual Harassment Policy Statement 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 200 Rock Valley College will not tolerate sexual Littleton, CO 80120-8031 harassment, regardless of the nature of the (800) 637-7433 harassment, by any employee or student of the college. Any employee or student of the college • Council for Advancement and who practices sexual harassment will be disci- Support of Education plined in accordance with the college’s policies 1307 New York Ave., NW and procedures. Suite 1000 Washington, D.C. 20005 Disclaimer (202) 328-2273 The information in this catalog is subject to change without prior notice or obligation. It is the • Council of North Central Two Year Colleges student’s responsibility to be aware of the infor- c/o Metropolitan Community Colleges of mation in this catalog and to keep informed as Kansas City-Longview additions and corrections are announced. 500 SW Longview Rd. Lee’s Summit, MO 64081 (816) 672-2371 • National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 100 Littleton, CO 80120-8031 (800) 707-0057 • National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing NOADN National Office 7794 Grow Drive Pensacola, FL 32514 5 (850) 484-6948, (877) 966-6236 2009 – 2011 Catalog ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2009 - 2010 L L SUMMER 2009 SESSION I - THREE-WEEK SESSION December 5, 6 (Sat/Sun) ...... End of Weekend Classes (10 days plus 1 final day) CONTENTS December 7 - 11 (Mon-Fri) . . . .Final Exams for May 18 (Monday)* ...... Classes Begin Weekday Classes INDEX May 25 (Monday) ...... College Closed December 12, 13 (Sat/Sun) . . . .Final Exams for June 4 (Thursday) ...... Final Exams Weekend Classes June 8 (Monday) ...... Grades Due before December 14 (Monday) ...... Grades due before 12 Noon 12 Noon December 24 – January 3 ...... No Classes/College Closed
SUMMER 2009 SESSION II - EIGHT-WEEK SESSION (28 days plus 2 final exam days) SPRING SEMESTER 2010 June 8 (Monday)* ...... Classes Begin January 4 (Monday) ...... Offices Open July 1, 2 (Wed, Thurs) ...... No Classes/College Open January 8 (Friday) ...... Faculty Development July 3 (Friday) ...... No Classes/College Closed Day/College Open July 28 (Tuesday) ...... End of Classes January 9, 10 (Saturday)* . . . . .Weekend Classes Begin July 29, 30 (Wed, Thurs) ...... Final Exams January 11 (Monday)* ...... Weekday Classes Begin August 3 (Monday) ...... Grades Due before January 18 (Monday) ...... No Classes/College Closed 12 Noon January 19 (Tuesday) ...... Staff Development Day/No Classes SUMMER 2009 SESSION III - FOUR-WEEK SESSION March 8 - 14 (Mon-Sun) ...... Spring Recess - No (14 days plus 2 final exam days) Weekday/Weekend July 6 (Monday)* ...... Classes Begin Classes July 28 (Tuesday) ...... End of Classes March 15 (Monday) ...... Weekday/Weekend Classes Resume July 29, 30 (Wed, Thurs) ...... Final Exams April 2, 3, 4 (Fri, Sat, Sun) . . . . .No Classes/College Closed August 3 (Monday) ...... Grades Due before 12 Noon May 1, 2 (Sat, Sun) ...... End of Weekend Classes May 7 (Friday) ...... End of Weekday Classes
FALL SEMESTER 2009 May 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 (Sat, Mon, Tue, Wed, August 15 (Saturday)* ...... Weekend Classes Begin Thur, Fri) ...... Final Exams for Weekday August 17 (Monday)* ...... Weekday Classes Begin & Weekend Classes September 5, 6, 7 May 14 (Friday at 6 pm) ...... Graduation Exercises (Sat, Sun, Mon) ...... No Weekend Classes/ May 17 (Monday) ...... Grades Due Before College Closed 12 Noon September 8 (Tuesday) ...... Staff Development Day/No Classes * Most 16-week classes begin this week. Check class November 25 (Wednesday) . . . .Fall Recess/No schedule for specific start dates. Classes/College Open Deadlines vary for courses less than 16-weeks in length. Contact Records and Registration for specific dates. November 26, 27 (Thurs, Fri) . . .No Classes/College Closed November 28, 29 (Sat, Sun) . . . . .No Classes/College Closed December 4 (Friday) ...... End of Weekday Classes
6 2009 – 2011 Catalog CONTACTS L L L Department...... Phone Department...... Phone TS Library CONTENTS Main Switchboard ...... (815) 921-7821 Educational Resources Center ...... (815) 921-4600 Circulation Service ...... (815) 921-4615 INDEX Advising and Counseling ...... (815) 921-4100 Interlibrary Loan ...... (815) 921-4607 Academic Reference Desk ...... (815) 921-4619 Academic Affairs...... (815) 921-4009 Serials ...... (815) 921-4623 Accounting ...... (815) 921-3101 Life Science ...... (815) 921-3471 Adult Education(English as a Second Marketing/Communications...... (815) 921-4514 Language, GED, ABE) ...... (815) 921-2001 Mass Communication ...... (815) 921-3360 Admissions ...... (815) 921-4250 Mathematics ...... (815) 921-3471 Art ...... (815)921-3317 Mathematics Lab/CLII ...... (815) 921-3465 Automotive ...... (815) 921-3000 Modern Language...... (815) 921-3317 Aviation ...... (815) 921-3020 Music...... (815)921-3317 Bookstore ...... (815) 921-1680 Nursing Programs...... (815) 921-3261 Business ...... (815) 921-3101 Office Programs ...... (815) 921-3101 Business and Professional Institute . . . . . (815) 921-2071 Philosophy...... (815) 921-3317 Business Outreach ...... (815) 921-2067 Physical Science ...... (815) 921-3471 Career Services and Placement ...... (815) 921-4091 PTAC - Procurement Technical Center for Learning in Retirement ...... (815) 921-3930 Assistance Center ...... (815) 921-2191 Chargebacks/Cooperative Agreements. . . (815) 921-4281 Public Safety ...... (815) 921-4350 Child Care and Development...... (815) 921-3338 Records & Registration ...... (815) 921-4250 Community Education ...... (815) 921-3900 Refugee Program ...... (815) 921-2270 Composition and Literature...... (815) 921-3338 Registration (via telephone) ...... (815) 921-6799 Computers and Information Systems . . . . (815) 921-3101 Respiratory Care...... (815) 921-3200 Continuing Professional Education...... (815) 921-3900 RVC-NIU Partnership...... (815) 332-7339 Criminal Justice ...... (815) 921-3200 RRVEC-Rock River Valley Dental Hygiene ...... (815) 921-3235 Entrepreneurship Center ...... (815) 921-2054 Disability Services ...... (815) 921-2356 SBDC - Small Business Dislocated Workers Program...... (815) 921-2200 Development Center ...... (815) 921-2081 Distance Learning (Online and Telecourses) Social Science ...... (815) 921-3317 www.rockvalleycollege.edu/classes/online Speech...... (815) 921-3338 EdNet Support Center ...... (815) 921-4647 Student Development Courses ...... (815) 921-4100 Education ...... (815) 921-3338 Student Government Association/ Engineering...... (815) 921-3101 Student Life/Student Clubs ...... (815) 921-4184 Enrollment Management ...... (815) 921-4268 Student Newspaper (Valley Forge) . . . . . (815) 921-3330 Financial Aid and Scholarships ...... (815) 921-4150 Student & Faculty Support at Financial Services (Accounting)...... (815) 921-4400 Stenstrom Center ...... (815) 921-4110 Fire Science ...... (815) 921-3200 Success Center First Year Experience ...... (815) 921-4094 Developmental Studies ...... (815) 921-2353 Fitness, Wellness and Sport ...... (815) 921-3801 Testing Center ...... (815) 921-2380 Foundation ...... (815) 921-4500 Tutoring Lab ...... (815) 921-2370 Graphic Arts ...... (815) 921-3101 Surgical Technology...... (815) 921-3200 Health Courses (HLT 101, 105, 110) . . . . (815) 921-3200 Theater ...... (815) 921-2151 High School Connections...... (815) 921-4080 Theatre Box Office ...... (815) 921-2160 Human Resources...... (815) 921-4750 Theatre Department Office ...... (815) 921-2167 Human Services ...... (815) 921-3200 Traffic Safety Program...... (815) 921-3940 Humanities ...... (815) 921-3317 Transfer and University Center...... (815) 921-4116 Information Center...... (815) 921-4250 Tutoring Lab/Student Center ...... (815) 921-2370 Or (815) 921-INFO Upward Bound ...... (815) 921-4237 Judicial Affairs ...... (815) 921-4284 Welding ...... (815) 921-3101 Writing Center/ERC-2nd Floor ...... (815) 921-3327
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8 2009 – 2011 Catalog ABOUTTHECOLLEGE L L L History The college is involved in workplace training programs, TS For more than 40 years, Rock Valley College has offered innovative cooperative programs with area high schools CONTENTS comprehensive educational opportunities in a broad range and state-of-the-market technology programs for business of subjects to tens of thousands of residents of its service and industry. INDEX district. The college was established in 1964 through a district-wide referendum after a two-year study estab- Eight men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports are lished the need for a community college. RVC’s district is offered at RVC. The Golden Eagles compete in NJCAA comprised of Winnebago and Boone counties and parts of Division III in volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball, Stephenson, Ogle, McHenry and DeKalb counties. baseball, softball, men’s and women’s tennis and golf. The college is located on a 217-acre tract of land at Many of the teams have enjoyed national prominence in Mulford and Spring Brook roads in northeast Rockford. In recent years. RVC’s rich athletic history includes more addition to the main campus, RVC operates programs at than 100 All-Americans and seven national championships. owned facilities at the Stenstrom Center for Career Since opening for classes in 1965, RVC has grown from a Education on Samuelson Road, home to several health small community college with 35 faculty members and and technical programs, the Aviation Center at the 1,100 students to an institution of 140 faculty members, Chicago-Rockford International Airport in Rockford, and 500 part-time lecturers and more than 8,500 students. the Bell School Road Center, which houses the college’s For more information on Rock Valley College, visit the Center for Learning in Retirement. college’s Web site at www.rockvalleycollege.edu.
Rock Valley College holds Continuing Education classes at more than 50 sites throughout its district, and operates employment and training programs at the Illinois Employment Training Center on at 303 North Main Street in Rockford. RVC boasts one of the Midwest’s largest and most successful outdoor theaters. Starlight Theatre has a state-of-the-art, one of a kind open-air roof structure at the renovated and expanded Bengt Sjostrom Theatre on RVC’s campus.
Ceremonies marking the first RVC class The Rogers farm was purchased in 1965 First RVC campus buildings in 1966. at the old armory in 1965. for the RVC campus.
9 2009 – 2011 Catalog ABOUTTHECOLLEGE L L Rock Valley College Foundation The foundation is governed by a board of directors com- Established in 1979, the Rock Valley College Foundation prised of dedicated community and business leaders, as CONTENTS is a 501(c) (3) non-profit corporation responsible for well as alumni, who share the college’s vision of providing encouraging and administering private gifts to enhance unparalleled quality in education, career training and pro- INDEX Rock Valley College’s ability to serve the public. The foun- fessional development for residents of the Rock Valley dation recognizes that college funds are limited and sup- College district. Through their contributions and support, plemental private gifts are needed to provide rewarding, they assist the college in fulfilling its role as a pace-setter stimulating, and challenging educational experiences. in higher education for the greater Rockford region. Gifts to the foundation either directly or indirectly For more information about how any interested person improve the quality of educational instruction, provide can help the Rock Valley College Foundation provide better equipment and facilities and make it possible for excellence in higher education to our community, contact more students to obtain an education. the Rock Valley College Foundation, 3301 N. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL, 61114-5699, call (815) 921-4500, or Since 1999, the Rock Valley College Foundation has raised visit them on the Web at more than $5 million in cash and pledges for scholarships, www.rockvalleycollege.edu/foundation. grants to faculty and staff for innovative projects and programs outside the college budget, equipment, campus beautification, and capital projects. Of that over $500,000 has been awarded to students through the Foundation scholarship program. In addition, the Foundation has allocated over $450,000 in grants to faculty and staff to enhance classroom instruction, experiential learning, and professional development for Rock Valley College instructors and staff.
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GETTING STARTED
11 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L 4. Submit original transcripts of all high school and uni- Admission versity work. CONTENTS 5. Complete all steps of new student process indicated Admission policy above. INDEX RVC has an “open door” admission policy and admits stu- All documents must be submitted by the published dead- dents who meet the criteria: lines to the Records and Registration Office. Please note: 1.High school graduates or GED earners. financial aid is not available to international students, and 2.Non-high school graduates age 18 years or older. RVC does not provide on-campus housing. Direct ques- 3.Transfer students from other colleges. Only credits tions about international student admission to (815) 921- earned from regionally accredited institutions will be 4251. This school is authorized under federal law to enroll accepted. No grade point average will be calculated on non-immigrant alien students. those credits accepted via transfer. 4.High school students age 16 or 17 who have written Dual credit & dual enrollment admission approval from the high school principal or counselor at The HIGH SCHOOL CONNECTIONS office at RVC provides the school where they have legal residence. services and support to students taking college level courses 5.High school students under age 16 may be considered while still in high school. These Dual Credit opportunities for enrollment in credit classes with the joint approval are available at RVC, in area high schools and through the of the high school principal and RVC’s High School Career Education Association of North Central Illinois Connections Transition Advisor. Students under 16 (CEANCI), the regional, career and technical education years old may enroll in non-credit classes; special per- delivery system. Dual Enrollment is also available to high mission is not required. For more information call school students, meaning they are simply taking RVC (815) 921-4080. courses while still in high school. Contact the HIGH SCHOOL CONECTIONS office if you have any questions New students at (815) 921-4080. 1. See what RVC has to offer. Call us at (815) 921-4250 to arrange a visit to the campus or check us out on the Returning students Web at www.rockvalleycollege.edu/explorervc. 1. Review courses already taken and carefully review the 2. Submit an application to Recruitment and Admissions. catalog and class schedule available at Programs with limited enrollment that require addi- www.rockvalleycollege.edu/onlineservices. tional application steps include Aviation Maintenance 2. Students who have earned a college degree from an Technology, Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Surgical accredited university may request an EPS waiver (call Technology, Licensed Practical Nursing, and 815-921-4094). Respiratory Care. Refer to the Career Education 3. Consult with a counselor or advisor when selecting Programs section for specific program admission classes. details. 4. If nearing graduation, submit an application for gradu- 3. Submit original copies of high school and prior college ation to the Records and Registration Office. transcripts. GED graduates should submit original cer- 5. Check the course schedule book for registration dates. tificates from the Regional Education Office. All docu- 6. Register for classes. ments should be submitted to Records and 7. Arrange payment by payment deadline. Check the Registration. course schedule book for payment due date. 4. Complete the appropriate placement tests. For more information on testing, see page 13. Transferring credit to RVC 5. Register and attend an Educational Planning Session. All Students at Rock Valley College (RVC) who have credits new RVC Students are required to attend a session before from another college and plan to earn a degree/certificate they can register for classes. Sign up for a convenient at RVC should submit an official transcript, in a sealed time at www.rockvalleycollege.edu/educationplanning envelope from the issuing institution, to the Records & or call (815) 921-4094. Registration office, along with a transcript evaluation 6. See an advisor or counselor to discuss course planning. request form. The transcript evaluation form is available 7. Register for classes. in the Records & Registration office located on the second 8. Apply for Financial Aid. See page 25 for more information. floor of the Student Center. Evaluations may take three 9. Arrange payment by the deadline. Check the course to four weeks after receipt of all materials. schedule book for payment due date. Criteria for evaluation of transferable credits: • Transfer credit must be earned at a regionally accred- International student admission ited institution. Students who are in the U.S. on a visa are considered • Whenever possible, RVC course equivalents for 100 international students. To enroll at the college, these stu- and 200 level credits are awarded. If that is not possi- dents must: ble, up to 21 credits of electives may be granted. 1. Complete an RVC student information form for admission. • 300 level/junior level credits will transfer on a course 2. Submit proof of English language competency. by course basis once equivalency is determined. 3. Complete the Statement of Financial Support or proof • 400 level credits require permission from the appro- of “live-in-guest” status. Either form must be notarized. priate dean if a potential equivalency is determined. 12 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L L • RVC accepts “D” grades only if the overall GPA is 2.0. Placement test requirements TS (Refer to course descriptions at the back of this catalog All new students enrolling in credit classes are required CONTENTS for minimum course grade requirements; additional to submit ACT scores or complete placement testing prior information is provided in the degree requirements for to registration. The placement test assesses a student’s INDEX the Associate of Arts & Associate of Science beginning abilities in reading, English, and mathematics for the pur- on p. 32 and, and in the degree/certificate requirements pose of appropriate course placement. All testing is com- in the Career Education Program beginning on p. 44 ) puter-based and untimed. • Transfer credit does not affect cumulative GPA at RVC. ACT/SAT scores may be submitted for a possible test • RVC does not honor substitution and/or waivers made waiver if submitted within three years of the original test at another institution, unless approved by the appro- date. Students currently holding post-secondary degrees priate Dean. from institutions accredited by recognized regional agen- • Only degree/certificate required courses will be trans- cies may submit official transcripts to exempt them from ferred in to a student’s record. A maximum of 44 placement testing. Transfer students may submit tran- transfer credits will be applied. A minimum of 20 scripts for a possible waiver. All requests for waivers RVC credits are required to complete a RVC should be submitted to the Records and Registration degree/certificate. Office for evaluation as soon as possible. • Students may be required to provide course descrip- tions/syllabi to complete the transfer credit process. Learning and physically disabled students who need addi- • Foreign transfer credit must be evaluated by tional services for testing should contact the Disability Education Credential Evaluators (ECE). Forms for Support Services Coordinator at (815) 921-2356 at least evaluation are available in the Records & Registration one week prior to testing in order to arrange appropriate Office. services.
Admission requirements for transfer Program advisement degree programs Advising on specific programs is available to all students Students pursuing a transfer degree (Associate in Arts, who have applied for admission and have completed all Associate in Science, Associate in Engineering Science or testing requirements. Appointments can be made at the the Associate in Arts in Teaching-Secondary Math), must Advising and Counseling Center at (815) 921-4100. successfully complete specific high school or college courses as outlined in the Illinois Public Act 86-0954 (see First Year Experience and high school requirements below). A student who does not New Student Programs meet these requirements at the time of application is pro- 1. All new students are required to participate in an visionally admitted as a pre-baccalaureate transfer stu- Educational Planning Session (EPS) before they can dent. When course deficiencies have been completed, the register for credit courses. The Educational Planning student is reclassified as a baccalaureate transfer student. Session focuses on necessary information about the transition into RVC, academic expectations and your High school requirements responsibilities, processes and services that students Subject Years Courses need to know in order to have a successful start at English 4 Written and Oral RVC. Register online at Communication, Literature www.rockvalleycollege.edu/educationplanning or call Mathematics 3 Algebra I, Geometry, (815) 921-4094. Algebra II, Trigonometry 2. New students are encouraged to attend a New Student Social Studies 3 History, Government Orientation before their first semester. This event will Science 3 Laboratory, Science include campus tours, mock classrooms and a chance Electives 2 Foreign Language, Art, to meet faculty, staff and students. Invitations will be Music, or vocational sent to new students, or call (815) 921-4094. 3. New students are encouraged to enroll in STU 100- Students with academic deficiencies are considered by Planning for Success – a course designed to assist in RVC to have satisfied these deficiencies upon successful transitioning to and excelling in college. completion of 32 college level credits (courses numbered 100 or above with a minimum 2.00 GPA), which must For more information, contact First Year Experience and include English 101, Speech 131, one social science New Student Programs at (815) 921-4094. course, one four-credit laboratory science course, and one mathematics course (MTH 115 or higher).
13 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L • Cumulative GPA of 3.5 for 24 or more credits in The HONORS 100/200 level courses taken at Rock Valley College or CONTENTS other fully accredited post-secondary institution with Program at Rock a minimum of 12 of those credit hours earned at RVC. INDEX 2. Complete the official Application for Admissions to the Valley College Honors Program at Rock Valley College. Applications and details for application procedure will be The Honors Program at Rock Valley College is aimed at available online, from area high school counselors, the students who desire scholarly stimulation and invigorating RVC Advising and Counseling Office, the RVC HIGH study, who want to learn for the sake of learning, and who SCHOOL CONNECTIONS office and the RVC Information want a college degree that testifies to an exemplary course Center in the Student Center. of studies in the tradition of the Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Honors Program offerings are intended to foster discus- sion, a mastery of content, critical thinking, and analysis. Registration and The program is designed to help develop student initia- tive and leadership skills. Various academic/curricular Records options combine with co-curricular and extracurricular In order to register for classes, students must have com- honors activities to enhance the program. The emphasis pleted an Application for Admission, attended an is always on close interaction among Honors faculty, Educational Planning Session (EPS), and completed testing requirements. Dates, times, and methods for registration Honors students and others involved in the Honors are listed in the course schedule book. Students who have Program striving together toward the goals of academic been limited in their enrollment for academic reasons and personal excellence. may appeal to the appropriate dean.
Honors students will be asked to show an in-depth, criti- Auditing a class cal understanding of course material through intense Students who wish to audit a course without receiving class discussion, group work, individual initiative, peer as credit must contact the Records and Registration Office. Auditing students pay full tuition and fees (see Tuition well as faculty review and evaluation, and both independ- and Fees page 18). Changes may be made from credit to ent and collaborative research. In essence, the Honors audit, or vice versa, only during the registration period, as Program at Rock Valley College is designed to empower a indicated in the course schedule book. Audits are not community of students and faculty who value, above all, allowed for non-credit courses. academic challenge and excellence. Academic load When exceptional students and faculty are brought Full time students - Students who enroll in 12 or more credit hours during fall or spring semesters, or six or more together from a broad variety of disciplines, they are credit hours during the summer session. The recommend- rewarded with enriched, extraordinary, innovative cours- ed maximum academic load during fall or spring semesters es. What will certainly follow is education in the truest is 18 credit hours, during Summer Session I and III is 4 sense of that word. credit hours, and Summer Session II is 9 credit hours; reg- istration for any additional hours must be approved by the Students seeking admissions to the appropriate academic dean. HONORS Program must – 1. Meet at least one of the following minimum admission Part time students – Students who enroll in 11 or less criteria: credit hours during fall and spring, and less than six cred- it hours during the summer session. • Top 10% of the student’s high school graduating class, with graduation date no more than three years Withdrawal from a class prior to application to the RVC Honors Program. Rock Valley College reserves the right to administratively withdraw those students who are not actively pursuing the • Cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 (4 point scale), course. Students may also be withdrawn for emergency or with graduation date no more than three years disciplinary reasons or if they are enrolled in courses not prior to application to the RVC Honors Program. consistent with placement testing and course prerequi- • ACT composite score of 25 or higher, or an SAT sites. Students are responsible for officially withdrawing composite score of 1130 or higher, with test from course/s they are no longer attending. These types of scores earned no more than three years prior to withdrawals do not remove any financial obligations application to the RVC Honors Program. incurred for the course/s. The appropriate withdrawals forms are available at the Records and Registration office. 14 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L L Students are encouraged to consult with their Instructor, Developmental reading course requirement TS Counselor, and the Financial Aid Office if they are receiving Students assigned to RDG 080 (or 096, 099) must receive CONTENTS aid, before withdrawing from a course. Withdrawal after the a grade of “C” or better in order to register for any cours- last day for tuition refunds date will result in a “W” grade on es other than basic skills courses. Any student enrolled in INDEX a student’s transcript. Deadlines for shorter term courses may be found in the Records and Registration office. RDG 080 (096, 099) who drops the class will be with- drawn from all classes. RDG 080 (096, 099) may be Grades of “W” (withdrawal) are not used in calculating repeated only one time. the GPA or semester hours attempted but will count toward financial aid eligibility. No withdrawals are accept- Developmental Math Policies ed after the deadline except in case of extenuating cir- If a student receives two non-passing grades (Ds or Fs) in cumstances a developmental math course, that student is not allowed to re-enroll for another math class at Rock Valley College Students with extenuating circumstances (military activa- without permission of the Associate Dean of Math/Sciences. tion, death of immediate family member, or serious med- ical condition) must submit an Enrollment Appeal to the Students placing into beginning algebra or lower must Records & Registration office (815-921-4250). satisfy the geometry requirement prior to taking a college Enrollment Appeal forms are available in the Records & level class. Students must either take MTH 097 or com- Registration office. All appeal forms must be accompa- plete a geometry waiver form or pass a competency test. nied by supporting documentation or the appeal will be denied. Submitting an appeal does not guarantee Financial obligation of the student approval. Grade reports, transcripts, degrees/certificates, or other academic record information may be withheld from stu- dents who are in default on financial obligations. In such a case, students maintain the right to inspect and review Academic policies their records. Information will only be released once the and procedures student’s account has been cleared. Credit for prior experiences Transcript requests 1. Proficiency examinations There is no fee for an RVC transcript. The student must Proficiency exams are given at RVC for specific Rock request a transcript release. The method for requesting Valley College courses in several divisions. Students transcripts is via Online Services at who wish to receive credit by examination should con- www.rockvalleycollege.edu/onlineservices. Transcripts of work completed at other institutions are not released or tact the proper divisional chairperson or director for copied for distribution. Copies must be obtained from the information about what is available. Students must issuing institution. Questions regarding transcript requests submit a proficiency examination application for should be directed to the Records and Registration Office exams that meet their needs. The credit hour nonre- at (815) 921-4250. fundable fee is 50% of the regular tuition rate for that semester; the receipt for this fee serves as admittance Updating student records to the testing session. Credit will be recorded after It is the responsibility of students to notify the Records and Registration Office of any change or correction to successful completion of the exam, meeting the divi- their name, address, telephone number, and/or any other sional requirements, and earning six credit hours of information on their record. It is imperative that this 100 level or higher courses at RVC. information be kept current and accurate. 2. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Repetition of courses The CollegeBoard CLEP examination program gives Only the grade of the final repetition will be computed in students an opportunity to demonstrate prior learning the student’s grade point average (GPA), but all attempts will be listed on the transcript. If a student chooses to and to earn credit for that knowledge. A maximum of audit a course, it will not be considered a repeat or count- 47 semester hours of credit may be earned through ed in the GPA. This does not apply to grades earned at CLEP. Certain fees apply for taking CLEP exams at other colleges. It is important to note that other colleges RVC. Credit is awarded based on the score(s) earned may count all grades for repeated courses when arriving and after earning 6 credit hours or more in 100 level at a GPA. It is the students’ responsibility to acquaint classes and the submission of official CLEP score themselves with the policy of the college(s) to which they plan to transfer. report(s) to the RVC Records and Registration Office for evaluation. To obtain more information about CLEP visit, www.collegeboard.com/clep and www.rockvalleycollege.edu/clep or contact the Testing 15 Center at (815) 921-2380. 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L 3. Advanced Placement Credit may be granted to students who have partici- Grading CONTENTS pated in the CollegeBoard AP examination program. Credit is awarded based on the score(s) earned and Grade points at Rock Valley College are assigned on the INDEX the submission of official AP score report(s) to the following scale: RVC Records and Registration Office for evaluation. Grade Significance Grade-Point To obtain more information about AP visit Level www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/about.html A superior 4.0 or contact the Testing Center at (815) 921-2380. B good 3.0 Credit will be recorded on student transcript when C average 2.0 they earn at least 6 college level credit hours at RVC D poor 1.0 F failure 0 have been earned. W withdrew/not completed NA Advanced Placement participants whose AP scores do T credit by proficiency NA not qualify for credit may pursue RVC’s proficiency AU audit* NA program for earning college credit. P successful completion NA I incomplete** 0 4. Professional certificates and federal licenses NA = not applicable College credit is granted for specific professional certifi- cates and/or federal-state licenses or certificates. Audit (*) – Students may elect to audit a course (no Students should contact the RVC division in which they credit, no grade points, not figured in grade point aver- will be pursuing a degree or certificate for more infor- age). Audit status indicates that the student will attend mation. Credit will be recorded on student transcripts the classes but will not receive credit. A student must when they earn at least six credit hours at RVC. declare audit status before the first day of classes.
5. Credit for alternate learning Incomplete (**) – Upon prior arrangement and agree- College credit may be granted toward an Associate ment with the course instructor and upon submission of Degree for the following programs certified by the the college’s “incomplete grade agreement form” submit- U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship ted by the instructor, an incomplete (I) indicator will be and Training. recorded on the student’s record. An “I” will be issued at • Aviation Maintenance Technology: Federal the discretion of the instructor when course requirements Aviation Administration Mechanics Certificate are not fulfilled by the end of the term only when the (FAA 8060-1). instructor believes that the reason the student cannot • Child Care and Development: Maximum three hours complete the course in a timely fashion is sufficiently seri- for Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). ous to warrant the issuance of the “I” indicator. • Chrysler Institute: Equivalent hours of college credit for successful completion. The incomplete grade agreement is a contract made • Criminal Justice: College course credit may be between the student and the instructor, and states specifi- granted for successful completion of a state cally what the student must do to complete the course work. approved full-time or part-time academy in law The course work must be completed within the specified enforcement. time period, not to exceed 12 months from the end of the • Fire Science: College course credit may be granted term in which the course was taken. Upon completion of the for the successful completion of Illinois State Fire course work, the instructor will change the “I” indicator to Marshal and Illinois Department of Public Health the appropriate letter grade (A, B, C, D or F). If the student courses/certificates. does not complete the course work within this prescribed • Office Occupations: Maximum 12 hours college time period, a grade of “F” will be entered for the course. credit for successful completion of the Certified Calculation of grade point averages Professional Secretary Examination (CPS). A grade point average (GPA) will be calculated at the con- • Production and Inventory Control: Maximum of clusion of each semester. The GPA includes all A-B-C-D-F nine hours of college credit for Production and grades complete to date, except those courses in which Inventory Management (CPIM) designation. the pass/fail system is used exclusively, or those courses in • Respiratory Care: Respiratory Care program which the pass/fail option is selected, or courses num- course credit may be granted for Certified bered less than 100. If a course is repeated, only the grade Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Examination. of the final repetition will be computed in a student’s GPA. 16 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L L The GPA will be calculated based on a four point basis 4. In the event the matter is not resolved, the student TS (F=0, D=1, C=2, B=3, and A=4) where the number of grade may file a petition with the Vice President of Academic CONTENTS points for a specific letter grade is multiplied by the number Affairs requesting a hearing by the Grade Review of credit hours earned for that course. For instance, the Committee. All decisions of this committee are final. INDEX number of credit hours in which the student earned an A is multiplied by four then added to the number of credit hours President’s List and Dean’s List in which the student earned a B multiplied by 3, etc. To be eligible for the President’s List and Dean’s List for a Finally, the total grade points are divided by the total credit given semester, students must earn credit in at least 12 hours for which a student received an A, B, C, D, or F. credit hours of college credit courses which count toward a certificate or degree. Appeal of a Capricious Final Grade The following procedures are available only for review of Students who meet the eligibility requirements and earn alleged capricious grading, and not for review of the judgment at least a 3.25 grade point average will be named to the of an instructor in assessing the quality of a student’s work. Dean’s List (fall and spring semesters only). Students Capricious grading is limited to one or more of the following: who meet the eligibility requirements and earn at least a A. The assignment of a final course grade to a particular stu- 4.0 grade point average will be named to the President’s dent on some basis other than performance in the course. List (fall and spring semesters only). B. The assignment of a final course grade to a particular student by a substantial departure from the instruc- Academic forgiveness criteria tor’s standards announced during the term which are Academic forgiveness is the one-time elimination of up to not uniformly applied to others in the class. a maximum of 15 semester hours of “D” or “F” grades in courses numbered 100 or above received at Rock Valley The assessment of the quality of the student’s academic College. Academic forgiveness applies to the calculation performance is solely and properly the professional respon- of a grade point average (GPA) at RVC and does not sibility of the RVC faculty. It is essential for the standards result in the deletion of those grades from the transcript. of the academic programs at RVC and the integrity of the To be eligible for academic forgiveness: degrees conferred that these professional judgments are 1. Students may petition for academic forgiveness for a not subject to pressures or interference from any source. maximum of 15 semester hours of “D” or “F” grades which have been earned in any 365-day period. Process for Capricious Final Grade Appeal 2. A period of 12 months must have elapsed between the A student who wishes to appeal a final course grade which date of the request for forgiveness and the end of the last he/she feels has been capriciously given should follow the semester in which the undesirable grades were earned. steps below. Grades may be appealed no later than the 3. Petitions shall include: beginning of the fourth week of the academic term or a. A list of those courses to be considered for aca- summer session which directly follows the term in which demic forgiveness. the grade involved was awarded. b. A statement which contains pertinent information 1. A student who wishes to appeal a capricious final regarding the receipt of the undesirable grades and grade must first meet with the faculty member to an indication of serious intent to continue academic review the criteria applied in assigning that grade. studies. 2. After this initial review, if the problem is not resolved, 4. Only those students with an RVC grade point average of the student may next appeal in writing to the faculty 2.5 or lower will be considered for academic forgiveness. member’s Associate Dean. Once the appeal is read, the 5. To be considered for academic forgiveness, a student Associate Dean will meet with the faculty member to must have completed a minimum of 12 credits of sub- review the criteria applied to the student’s perform- sequent course work at a 2.0 GPA at RVC or another ance in assigning the capricious grade. When the facul- regionally accredited institution. ty member and the Associate Dean have reached a 6. Academic forgiveness does not apply to courses which decision, the Associate Dean will communicate that have been repeated and completed with grades of A, decision in writing to the student. B, C, D, or F. 3. If the problem is still not resolved, the student may appeal in writing to the Dean of the College for further Petitions/forms may be obtained from the Records and review. When the faculty member and the dean have Registration Office. Eligible students may apply for con- reached a decision, the dean will communicate the sideration for academic forgiveness to the Dean of the decision in writing to the student. College. 17 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L Tuition Tuition and fees Tuition for college credit courses is charged per semester CONTENTS By registering for a course, students agree to pay the hour and is determined by residency. For current rates INDEX required tuition and fees for that course. Tuition is refer to the current course schedule book. charged per semester hour for credit courses and varies depending upon residency. Tuition rates and fees are sub- Fees ject to change without prior notice. Refer to the current course schedule book for specific fee amounts. Residency Students enrolling at RVC are classified for the purpose of Tuition for senior citizens determining tuition and fee rates. Evidence of resident Students 62-64 years of age who are residents of Rock status is provided on each applicant via the application Valley College District 511 qualify for a reduced tuition rate for admission. Questions regarding classification should of $25 per credit hour for credit courses only. Students age be directed to the Records and Registration Office at 65 and over who are district residents may attend credit (815) 921-4250. classes tuition free. All other fees will be assessed at a full rate for students in both age categories. The tuition reduc- District student tion is not applicable for enrollment in non-credit seminars, To be classified as a District 511 resident, students must have classes, or programs. To qualify, a student must meet the resided within the district for at least 30 days prior to the appropriate age qualification prior to July 1 of the year in start of the semester. Students who have moved from an out- which enrollment is planned for summer and fall courses. of-district or out-of-state residence to an in-district residence Spring semester registrants must meet the age qualification for reasons other than attending RVC are exempt from the prior to January 1 of the year they are enrolling. 30-day requirement upon verification. Residency verification requires one of the following: an official signed lease or rental Tuition refund policy agreement, a current Illinois driver’s license or State ID, a Rock Valley College has determined students may receive utility bill in the student’s name, or a valid Illinois voter’s reg- a tuition refund upon dropping credit courses based on istration card. A student living outside the district/state, but the following guidelines. In each case if the student drops who is employed at least 35 hours per week within the dis- courses by the specified date, all tuition and fees are trict, must present a letter from the employer prior to each refunded. There is no prorated schedule for tuition and semester testifying to that fact in order to have out-of-dis- fee refunds. trict/state fees waived. International students may be consid- Tuition refund requests should be made to the Records & ered in-district students if they (1) graduated from a high Registration Office during normal business hours. school in the RVC district and hold a student visa or (2) have Refunds will be made according to the following schedule: a sponsor who lives within the district and signs a form verify- Courselength 100%refund Norefund 16 – week course Before or during After the ing sponsorship and guaranteeing payment of tuition, fees, (fall-spring) first 10 business 10th business and miscellaneous college charges. Contact the Records and days of semester day of the semester Registration Office at (815) 921-4250 with questions. 4 – 15 week course On or before 7th After the 7th business day from business day start of class Out-of-district students Less than On or before 3rd After the 3rd A student who has not established residency within 4 week course business day from business day start of class Community College District 511, but is a resident of the The college reserves the right to make the final decision state of Illinois, will be classified as out-of-district and on all refunds. charged the appropriate tuition. Out-of-district students • It is the student’s responsibility to know the refund who want to attain an approved occupational program dates for their courses. degree or certificate offered only at RVC and not their • Non-attendance does not constitute a drop in a course own district community college should refer to nor qualify students for a refund. “Cooperative Educational Agreements” (page 79). • Failure to drop a course properly may result in a failing grade. Out-of-state students • No refunds will be granted when a student is dismissed Students whose legal residence is outside of Illinois are or suspended from the college for disciplinary reasons. considered out-of-state students and charged the appro- • It is the student’s responsibility to drop themselves from priate tuition. International students who are not citizens a course. of the United States and do not meet the criteria listed above will be considered out-of-state students. 18 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L L Tuition Appeals Cooperative agreements and tuition TS No tuition refund will be granted following the tuition chargebacks CONTENTS refund date. (See course schedule for specific dates). If Students in Rock Valley College’s District 511 who wish to INDEX extenuating circumstances exist (i.e. military activation, pursue occupational degree and certificate programs not death of immediate family member, or serious medical available at RVC may do so by the following: condition) a student may submit a Tuition Appeal with • Cooperative agreements – RVC has cooperative or joint supporting documentation to the Records & Registration agreements for a number of programs with neighboring office. A Tuition Appeal does not automatically result in a community colleges. Through a cooperative agreement, refund. Tuition Appeals may be submitted within the District 511 residents may attend another community term in which the student was enrolled in the course/s. college at the other school’s in-district tuition rate. Applications for cooperative agreements are available in Payment information the Student Development Office, on the second floor of Student RVC billing statements are available at the Student Center. Refer to Cooperative Educational www.rockvalleycollege.edu/onlineservices. Payment dead- Agreements, pages 79-80. lines vary based upon registration date. Refer to the • Chargebacks – Resident students who want to pursue a course schedule book for specific dates by which students certificate or occupational degree program not available must pay or enroll in a deferred payment option. through RVC or one of the cooperative agreements may apply for chargeback tuition if they plan to attend Payment methods include cash, check, or credit card another public Illinois community college that offers (Mastercard, Visa or Discover). To make a payment stu- that program. Applications for chargeback tuition must dents can (1) go to www.rockvalleycollege.edu/payment be obtained from the RVC Student Development Office to pay Online via Nelnet Tuition Management, (2) visit prior to the first day of classes of the semester/quarter the Accounts Receivable Office in the Student Center, or at the attending school. If approved, the student pays (3) use telephone registration at (815) 921-6799. in-district rates for the college they are attending and Students receiving financial aid or scholarships should RVC pays the difference between the in-district and contact the Financial Aid Office to ensure payments are out-of-district rate to the other institution. Chargebacks applied correctly. are available only for occupational programs resulting in a degree or certificate and not for individual courses. Students who do not make payment or select a deferred Repeated courses, prerequisite courses, and develop- payment option, or financial aid students who have not mental courses are not funded by chargebacks. received an award letter confirming their aid by the pay- For further information, guidelines, and applications for ment arrangement deadline will have classes canceled for cooperative agreements or chargebacks, please call the non-payment. Student Development Office to schedule an appointment at (815) 921-4281.
Note: A cooperative agreement supersedes a tuition chargeback. See the listing of Cooperative Educational Agreements on pages 79-80. Out-of-district students who want to enroll in a program at RVC under a cooperative agreement or chargeback should contact their own community college first to make initial application.
19 2009 – 2011 Catalog GETTINGSTARTED L L • Know and observe the requirements of the curriculum Graduation and the rules governing academic work. Counselors can CONTENTS Graduation academic honors help each student make wise decisions but the ultimate responsibility for meeting the requirements to graduate INDEX Graduates with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 to 3.74 will grad- rests with each student. uate with honors. Those with a cumulative GPA of 3.75 to • Have at least a minimum of 20 semester hours of resi- 3.99 will graduate with high honors. Those with a cumula- dency. tive GPA of 4.00 will graduate with highest honors.
Second degree requirements Students will be certified for graduation only if they satisfy A student who has received or qualified for one associate the requirements specified in the official college catalog, degree from Rock Valley College may receive a second according to the following: degree upon satisfactory completion of all graduation A student may elect to follow degree requirements set requirements for the second degree, including an addi- forth in any subsequent catalog if the student completes a tional 15 semester hours of residency. All specific course Earliest catalog to be used to To graduate on/before August requirements for the second degree must be satisfied and at determine eligibility for 15 of the following years: graduation: least 15 semester hours of credit, not applied to meet min- 2003-2005 2010 imum requirements for the first degree, must be applica- 2005-2007 2012 ble toward the second degree. 2007-2009 2014 2009-2011 2016 A student who has received a degree from any other college accredited by a regional accrediting agency, such as the North Central Association, may receive a second degree from Rock credit course during that catalog’s effective dates. A new Valley College upon satisfactory completion of all graduation catalog becomes effective in the fall term of the first year requirements for the second degree, including a minimum issued and remains in effect until the end of the summer of 20 semester hours of residency at Rock Valley College. session of the last year noted. Requirements may not be combined from different catalogs. Graduation ceremony Graduation exercises are held once each year at the end of In the case of curriculum changes and the cancellation or the spring semester. All students who will complete gradu- withdrawal of courses, every effort will be made to substi- ation requirements for the following degrees; A.A., A.S., tute current course work to fulfill certificate or degree A.A.S., A.E.S., and A.G.S. are eligible for participation in the requirements. Course substitutions must be approved in spring commencement ceremony. Students that expect to writing by the appropriate academic chairperson, associ- complete their degree at the end of the spring semester or ate dean or dean. The student has the ultimate responsi- summer immediately following, as well as those who com- bility to fulfill the requirements for the certificate or pleted their requirements the previous summer or fall degree, to check the eligibility to take courses and to semesters, are encouraged to participate. Students must observe the academic rules governing the program. submit an application for graduation to participate in the The rules given apply only to requirements for certificates commencement ceremony. These students will be sent and degrees. All students are subject to the academic reg- additional information and notified about picking up their ulations stated in the most recent college catalog. cap and gown during the spring semester. Students com- • Transfers: Students who complete any courses (includ- pleting a certificate program will receive their certificate in ing final ones) from another college, must submit offi- the mail following the semester of completion. Certificate cial transcripts as soon as possible and submit a tran- recipients do not participate in the commencement ceremony. script evaluation request. • Timing: Graduation requirements may be completed Graduation requirements during any semester; however, if a program cannot be The general procedures for graduation are outlined below. completed as planned, notify the Records Analyst Course requirements and other regulations are explained immediately. for each degree and major in the program section of this • Application: Students must submit an application for catalog. graduation in the Records and Registration Office, Top Students should: Floor of the Student Center, by the publicized dead- • Meet early and often with a counselor or advisor to plan lines (class schedule) in order for their degree to be a program of study and to ensure all requirements are processed. met to graduate. 20 L L L
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N N L I O 23 C 2009 – 2011 Catalog time, professional, technical, skilled, unskilled, seasonal, Bookstore The Barnes and Noble Bookstore onand campus used offers textbooks, new trade books, supplies,insignia backpacks, clothing and gifts, and giftbooks, cards. students To can reserve go text- to www.whywaitforbooks.com where they can have books shippedheld to for their pick homes up or in thewww.campusestore.com for bookstore. Also, academically priced go software. to Book buyback for fall and springfinals term and is finals the week. week Summer before buybackRegular dates store vary. hours for fall andThurs. spring 8:30 terms a.m. are - Mon.- 6:00 p.m.Call and (815) Fri. 921-1680 8:30 for a.m. buyback - dates,extended 3:00 summer hours, p.m. hours, and hour changes duebreaks. to holidays and Career Services and Placement Career Services and Placement serves asfor a off-campus clearinghouse part-time/full-time employment listings, job search skills, career counseling, andinformation. general Special career attention is given tophases graduates of in securing all employment. Personality andinventory interest testing is provided to helptional students information obtain about addi- themselves. With ahelp, counselor’s students are encouraged to usecators test and results a as basis indi- for planningThe and following self-evaluation. services are free totaken any a individual class who at has RVC: • Computerized employment listings for part-time/full- theory and practice merge to fulfill student development. CAB plans and executes events thatengaging are and fun, far educational, reaching. It issider our events responsibility and to activities con- that allThere students are will five enjoy. officers’ seats: Chair,Relations Vice Coordinator, Chair, Budget Public Coordinator and Secretary. The members may sit on anyning, of budget, the marketing, five future, and committees: plan- implementation. Meetings are held bi-weekly. Please contact Student Life for more921-4184 information or at at (815) www.rockvalleycollege.edu/studentlife. Student Services Academic Advising and CounselingAcademic advisors provide educational advisement and assistance with academic planning so that students can select education and training programs that are consistent with their career goals. Personal counseling is available to help students resolve or cope with personal areascern of that con- threaten to interfere with their study.and Counseling referral to community agencies are also availablestudents for experiencing problems outside of college life.
oriented issues and consistently striving tostudents’ develop needs, the wants and ideas to come and voice their opinions established clubs and organizations including some sponsorships. related to the increased success of the student community tives of Rock Valley College, class and degree requirements and students policies regarding campus-wide study available. is All instruction in but English, students study German and live with host Austrian families. Dijon, and France, Xi’an, China. Campus Activities Board (CAB) Student Life at Rock Valley College knows how important isinvolvement both inside and outside of the classroom. isStudent involvement to essential the social, intellectual, ethical and of development recreational, leadership the popu- lation of Rock Valley campus. College’s The goal of the Campus Board Activities is to an establish where atmosphere Student Government representsstudent the body by: 1. Maintaining and exercising their voice in all student- 2. Serving on that advisory committees cover goals and objec- 3. Providing a Student Forum for the student community 4. Actively pursuing student issues and promoting activities 5. Reviewing the Constitution and Bylaws of all newly Student Government AssociationRock (SGA) Valley College Student Government Associationbody is of a students elected by theirvoice peers on to campus. serve SGA as promotes their studentseeks involvement to and improve the general studentmeetings welfare. are General held once a month. The SGA is made up of There 20 are individuals. eight officers, eight student senators, and four freshmen representatives. Senators represent the following sectors: Non-Traditional Students, Transfer Students, Diversity Issues, Off-Campus Issues, Student Athletes, Career Programs, Student More and Students. importantly, Organizations International the is Student Association made up of any student registered in an activity fee paying class at Rock Valley College. • Austria). (Salzburg, College Salzburg Spring or fall semester • Spain. Seville, Spring or fall study semester available. • are for available Other study opportunities in Australia, All credits earned in these studyposted abroad to programs the are students’ Rock ValleyRVC College credits. transcripts as All courses availabletoward at earning all A.A., sited A.S., contribute or A.A.Stransfer degrees, to and most will senior institutions. For the contact more and Advising information, Counseling Center or Coordinator. Studies the International ACTIVITIES,STUDENTSERVICES,RIGHTSANDRESPONSIBILITIES S
L T 24 COCS”ato orsac olg n universities and college research to tool a “CHOICES,” • on listings job and careers research to access Internet • system guidance computerized a via information Career • counseling career One-on-one • professional produce to computers and software Resume • letters, cover writing, resume with assistance Individual • oepg tednet.rvc.cc.il.us. EdNet at the page to home go information, free more given For are accounts. classes EdNet credit RVC in enrolled students All a and world; conferences. the club over student all of from variety other each to talk stu- can where dents conference, Village” “Global a events; current about discussions Open contains “RVC which an conference, has Discussion” EdNet conferences, class to addition In students. other and instructors get their and from conference help the to questions post classes. can their Students to relevant information or tests, notes, practice class assignments, messages, post topic. can single Instructors a on focused generally or boards, forums bulletin are Conferences confer- EdNet. and called e-mail system student encing own its has College Valley Rock EdNet students. new for exam placement week the one taking and to possible, prior as soon as contact coordinator make the should with students manner, in timely services a have in to place order In services student. the the of for listing appropriate a include and current be should Documentation professional. coor- qualified the a to from provided dinator be must disability the of Verification materials. Braille tests, and for readers programs, computer specialized note taking, with assistance interpreters, alternate language in sign textbooks formats, tests, for time extended to) not limited are (but include available accomodations student. Reasonable each for services individual establishes RVC the for services. arrange appropriate to (V/TTY) 921-2356 (815) at Services Coordinator Support Disability the contact Act should Disabilities (ADA) with Americans the the or of Act 504 Rehabilitation Section with accordance in for services qualify academic who students disabled physically and Learning Services Disability RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS SERVICES, STUDENT ACTIVITIES, Catalog 2011 – 2009 es omadbad vial aos ieo school, aid. of financial size and majors, available board, and and tuition room on fees, available is Information country. the across Web the goals career research and plan help to letters. cover and resumes looking techniques search job and employment temporary and in ntesm manner. institu- same other the by in transfer tions for evaluated on-campus be as will manner and same courses the in transcript a on appear time courses more equivalents. on-campus These their them than consuming makes generally classes these independent of The nature them. of expected is students what that understand so registering before instructor the to directed be should class learning distance a about Questions conferences. individual e- or by phone either mail, instructor the with contact lecture. have classroom Students the to alternative an the provide across country, universities and colleges tele- by a produced of course, videotapes The tests. and projects, completing assignments, and videotapes, viewing text, the reading independently, work Rock Students a instructor. and College guide, Valley study and/or textbook a consisting videotapes, system of instructional complete a is telecourse A exams. their complete to campus students to require come will to instructors some but Web EdNet, the or through site assignments submit and tests take Students may (asynchronous). format bulletin-board a (synchronous) in time and real in both online, conferences discussions and class in participate also completing Students and assignments. lectures and texts the inde- reading materials pendently, course the on the work by Students controlled instructor. and or designed site are Web and a EdNet on within posted all are activities and writing prompts, lectures, assignments, syllabi, course as The such Internet. materials, the via offered are courses Online telecourses. and courses online distance are for learning options primary the At College, locations. Valley different Rock in instructor and students place the takes with that education to refers learning Distance Learning Distance ofrneadohrotec ciiisaeognzdin office. organized this are activities outreach other and conference leadership events, visiting Multi-cultural in institutions. students four-year assist will staff center the addition, In institutions. four-year about information accessing and applications scholarship and in admission guidance completing courses, RVC selecting on guidance include available Resources university. a or to college transfer four-year to planning students assists Office Initiatives Multi-Cultural Student and Center Transfer The Initiatives Student Multi-Cultural and Center Transfer C O
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N N L I O 25 C 2009 – 2011 Catalog Student eligibility for financial aidCollege at is Rock limited Valley to 96less credit of hours whether attempted, or regard- notfinancial the aid. student previously received At Rock Valley College, academicevaluated performance before must a be student cantance. receive Academic financial performance assis- is evaluatedfall after and each spring semester. While taking developmental courses (i.e.,student MTH must 097) also a be enrolledble in 100 and level attending class. an eligi- (800) 4 FED AID www.studentaid.ed.gov (ISAC) (800) 899-ISAC www.collegezone.com Scholarships A variety of are scholarships available to Rock Valley College students through private funding sources and the Rock Valley about Information theseCollege Foundation. opportunities and applications can be obtained throughAid the Office Financial or at www.rockvalleycollege.edu/scholarships. Federal refund policy Students receiving Title IV funds (FederalFederal Pell SEOG, Grant, and Federal Family Educationwithdraw Loans) from who all classes will bepolicy. subject This to policy the states federal a studentamount may of retain aid only that the they haveresponsibility earned. to It return is any the aid student’s thatpay was any not tuition earned balance and resulting fromFurther the details refund(s). can be obtained fromOffice the or Financial at Aid www.rockvalleycollege.edu/financial aid. Helpful Web sites include: • www.finaid.org • www.mapping-your-future.org • Illinois Student Assistance Commission • U.S. Department of Education Students can obtain printed copies offrom The the Student U.S. Guide Department of EducationAid in Office. the Financial Veteran’s program Students in interested VA benefits, Illinois veterans’ benefits, and any other related programs should contact the Financial Aid Office. For more information, call (815) 921-4163. • Maximum timeframe requirement • Evaluation requirement • Developmental course requirements These requirements are subject to changeupdated. and may be
A student must achieve arate 67% for cumulative all completion course workCollege. attempted This at applies Rock whether Valley orously not received the financial student aid. previ- Inmust addition, achieve the a student 67% cumulativecourse completion work rate attempted for within all a given semester. course by the end of ais given enrolled semester and in receiving which a a grade student of A, B, C, D, orwhich P. the student is enrolledWithdrawals after after the the refund refund period. periodattempted count for as financial hours aid purposesof as “F.” well as grades included in the total number of credit hours attempted. A student must maintain aor minimum probation GPA status requirement in ordercial to aid. continue receiving finan- ACTIVITIES,STUDENTSERVICES,RIGHTSANDRESPONSIBILITIES Standards of academic progress In accordance with the U.S. Departmentstate of of Education Illinois and regulations, Rock Valleylished College Standards estab- of Academic Progress applicablefinancial to aid all recipients. These standards applydents to receiving all federal stu- and state funding,ans including and veter- students receiving student loanswork-study or employment. federal/RVC For a copy ofstudents the can entire contact policy, the Financial AidFinancial Office Aid for Handbook the or view onlinewww.rockvalleycollege.edu/financialaid at • Completion rate requirement a. Credit hours completed are defined as completion of a b. Credit hours attempted include all credit classes in c. Audits, proficiency tests, and non-credit courses are not • Grade-point average requirement Application procedures In order to determine eligibility forValley financial College, aid students at must Rock complete theApplication Free for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).must Students apply for aid yearly, asJanuary soon 1 as for possible the after upcoming fall/spring/summerto semesters assure full consideration for allsideration grants. deadlines For students priority should con- refer toFinancial the Aid RVC Handbook. Students are encouragedonline to at file www.fafsa.ed.gov. Financial Aid Four basic types of financial aidValley are College available students: to grants, Rock scholarships, loans,employment. and For complete information about financial assistance, contact the Financial Aid Office4150 at or (815) go 921- to www.rockvalleycollege.edu/financialaid to view the RVC Financial Aid Handbook. S
L T 26 mrec is aid first Emergency • following: service the escort to, Evening limited • not are but include, Services college. the of Illinois, regulations of and state Rockford, the of of city laws all war- enforce on officers and The view rants. on arrest county to and power officers including police sheriffs, city as authority same officers the police have RVC 805/3-42.1). ILCS community 110 campus by the (authorized of members all of assuring safety to the dedicated is Department Safety Public RVC’s Safety Public 921-INFO. (815) services, call these with can students help For site. from Web obtained Services be Online can the which number, ID will student students a Services, need Online access To more. and sta- tus, aid financial their review transcripts, grades, review/request review bill, their for pay search courses, schedule, available class their review classes, for register at available can now Students www.rockvalleycollege.edu/onlineservices. are options of variety wide A Services Online telecourses. view to available is equipment the and through library, available are telecourses for Loan tapes Inter-Library Services, and Reserves Course to work. addition individual In for workstations information 33 an with and area stations Commons 22 with lab also open It an request. has instructor by ses- classes hold particular and for research sions library of types all on instruction conduct librarians professional 24 where with workstations, classroom electronic an contains library The academic latest the with discussions. up keep to faculty and for students means a provide also capabilities advance. Teleconferencing in reserved be may facilities and viewing rooms Conference DVD’s. prere- and of videotapes use corded in-house for provided are facilities Viewing materials. other and journals 80 newspapers, to magazines, close locating to for access databases has library The catalog. through online located our be can Materials items. 100,000 with almost faculty and students The provides faculty. collection and library students its instructional of the needs support research to and materials of array wide a access to provides library campus the capabilities, and Internet system library integrated state-of-the-art its Through (ERC) Library Other RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS SERVICES, STUDENT ACTIVITIES, Catalog 2011 – 2009 Servi ces ocnatteIfrainCne,cl 85 921-INFO. (815) call Center, Information the contact To policy) return day (three refunds Vending • Services Online RVC using Assistance • events student for sales Ticket • campus off drop or stamp a buy - services Mail • $10) to (up cashing Check required) • ID (photo issued ID Student • admission for Applications • Started Getting • including: services provides Information Center the activities, and services, on locations, information the campus providing of to floor addition first In the Center. on Student campus of heart the is in Center located Information Student College Valley Rock The Center Information Student 921-2370. (815) Phone session. the to and notes textbooks class their bring tutor should a Students if available). session is unscheduled (an ses- walk-in one (3) only and for sion); time scheduled per (a sessions one-time two (2) of week); maximum a with same week the each for hour time scheduled include: regularly sessions (a of standing Types (1) fees. Activity includ- Student are the fees in tutoring ed All tutoring. free is students of RVC enrichment and to development Center academic Success the the support by provided services the of One Center Success (emergency). (815)654-4357 and at (non-emergency) reached 921-4350 be (815) can Safety Public of Department The radar. by enforced is is campus and on mph limit 20 speed The from Office. or Business Office college Safety the Public the from regu- available the are of lations Copies college. the traffic by observe established to regulations required are visitors and students All day, week. a a hours days 24 seven campus on are officers Safety Public services other many and information general of Provision • bat- dead a jumping includes which assistance, Vehicle • parking program, traffic and parking of Administration • messages emergency of Delivery • activity criminal of Investigation • rUS mail U.S. or eyadulcigavhceta a h eslocked keys the has inside that vehicle a unlocking and tery control traffic and enforcement, lot C O
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N N L I O 27 C 2009 – 2011 Catalog Children on campus For the safety of children onaccompany campus, students children to may class, not tutoring orAlso, testing children sessions. may not be leftgrounds, unattended whether on in the college campus buildings, extensionor centers at any college event. Computer use policy All Rock Valley College computer hardwaremay and be software used only in accordanceand with procedures. established It rules is the responsibilityRock of Valley all College users computer of systems the toAcceptable adhere Use to of the Information Technology Systems Procedure for use of RVC informationresources technology as outlined. See thethe complete RVC policy News posted on in EdNet. Campus security report This report includes statistics for theconcerning previous reported three crimes years that occurred oncertain campus; off-campus in buildings or property ownedtrolled or by con- Rock Valley College; andwithin, on or public immediately property adjacent to andthe accessible campus. from, The report also includesconcerning institutional campus policies security, such as alcoholuse, and crime drug prevention, the reporting ofassault, crimes, and sexual other matters. The completeable report at is www.rockvalleycollege.edu/publicsafety. avail- Individuals may also request a paperby copy contacting of the this Public report Safety Department4357 at or (815) by 921- visiting the departmentServices in Building. the Support Sex Offender List The Rock Valley College Police Departmentregistered maintains sex a offender list, which identifiesregistered all sex known offenders who are students,and/or contractors, employees at Rock Valley College.er This list sex is offend- available for viewingPolice at Department located the in Rock the Support Valley Services College Building (SSB) or at the Information Centerthe on Student the Center. first Sex floor offenders of their who status fail as to a register student orhigher employee education at are an in institution violation of ofand the face Registration arrest. Act In addition toDepartment, registering students with must RVC also Police meet withEnrollment the & Director Judicial of Affairs.
Attendance requirement Students are expected to attend everyis class no meeting. college There policy permitting absences.ber Each will faculty decide mem- when and how absences affect grades. Academic honesty The faculty and administration expect thatare RVC enrolled students in courses as seriousFurthermore, and students honorable are scholars. expected to donal their work, own except origi- when collaboration onby projects faculty is as directed part of theStudents course are or expected specific to assignment. observe thestandards commonly of accepted academic honesty at allcommit times. any Students of who the forms of academiccheating dishonesty (plagiarism, by copying, dishonest collaboration, or fabrication) as outlined in the Academic HonestyProcedures Standards found and in the Student Handbookpenalties are and subject sanctions. to Rights and responsibilities The RVC campus is a collegiatelations society that with respect rules and and protect regu- theals rights and of the both campus individu- community. Theprocedures following establish policies both and the rights andof the Rock responsibilities Valley College students. A complete copy of each policy orthe RVC procedure is Student available Handbook. in This catalog shouldstrued not as constituting be a contract con- between the college and any person. The college reserves the right to modify its policies. The Student Code of Conduct isManagement available and in Judicial the Affairs Enrollment office andWeb on site, the and RVC Student Center Hub. Testing Center RVC’s Testing Center serves as thepus central for location the on administration cam- of testingprovided programs to and students services and community residents.include: Services placement testing for all new(INT), students; Telecourse Internet (TC), and make-up exams;Examination College Program Level (CLEP) testing; testing accommoda- tions for students with disabilities, andconjunction certification with tests Certiport/Microsoft, in ETS/Praxis, Pearson VUE and others. Students enrolled inonline/distance post-secondary, learning programs, RVC/NIU programs or Illinois Virtual Campus (IVC) courses maytesting also in complete the center. For more921-2380 information, or phone visit (815) the website www.rockvalleycollege.edu/testing. ACTIVITIES,STUDENTSERVICES,RIGHTSANDRESPONSIBILITIES S
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L TS 30 uiesamnsrto,fnne n ua resources. human and finance, accounting, administration, as business such majors be business also transfer can for It used medicine. veterinary and physics, therapy, physical and occupational pharmacy, technology, medical medicine, mathematics, geology, dentistry, science, sci- com- puter chemistry, a biology, in as major such to disciplines plan ence-related who students for is degree This #1700) (A.S.) CURRICULUM DEGREE (RVC SCIENCE IN ASSOCIATE theater. and speech work, social sociology, psychology, science, political education, physical phi- losophy, music, history, geography, language, education, foreign justice, English, criminal liberal art, in as major such to disciplines plan arts who students for is degree This #1000) (A.A.) CURRICULUM DEGREE (RVC ARTS IN ASSOCIATE information. educational planning additional provides 32 page on beginning information Curriculum Success Core for Education Planning General the and Also, degrees.) Science in Applied Associate the with possibilities the transfer regarding growing coordinator program or counselor a should consult (Students institution. infor- transfer verify the as with well mation as advisor academic meet an students with that regularly recommended is it another, institu- to one tion from vary can requirements since degree. However, baccalaureate a for four-year university a or to college transfer to planning are students degrees for (A.A.T.) intended Teaching in Arts of and Associate (A.E.S.), the Science Engineering in Science Associate in the Associate (A.S.), the (A.A.), Arts of Associate The DEGREES TRANSFER DEGREES TRANSFER Catalog 2011 – 2009 iha dio sso ste elr hsa hi pro- their as this study. declare of they gram as soon as advisor an meet with must students requirements, graduation RVC universities, and and colleges at requirements the school requirements, transfer certification teacher of insti- Because four-year a tution. to Valley transferring Rock for at preparation work in course College college of years complete two to first opportunity the the level secondary the mathe- at teaching matics in interested students allows degree This #1400) CURRICULUM (A.A.T.) (RVC TEACHING MATHEMATICS IN SECONDARY ARTS – IN ASSOCIATE THE transfer school. the at prerequisites addi- engineering complete program to tional need may Students the institution. of transfer requirements the upon depending of degree Bachelor Science a complete to to program transfer engineering can an degree A.E.S. the complete who Students program. degree to engineering transition baccalaureate a four-year students a provide to designed is degree This CURRICULUM #1775) (RVC (A.E.S.) ENGINEERING SCIENCE IN ASSOCIATE THE dcto oeCriuu guidelines. Curriculum General Core IAI Education meet not do and requirements institution education four-year general a to transfer to is designed degree not This program. baccalaureate-oriented or occupational-ori- ented specific a broad than a rather pursue program to general chosen have who pri- students designed for is marily degree Studies General in Associate #0100) The CURRICULUM STUDIES (RVC GENERAL (A.G.S.) IN ASSOCIATE THE C O
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N N L I O 31 C 2009 – 2011 Catalog Selecting the IAImajors general courses education and Students will find a concise listingcore of curriculum general requirements education for the A.A.degrees and beginning A.S. on page 33. Inconsult addition, www.itransfer.org they for should accurate updates onrequirements. these Students should also consult a Rockselor/advisor Valley for College assistance coun- in making correctselections. course ROCKVALLEYCOLLEGEEDUCATIONGUARANTEEPROGRAM University Transfer Guarantee Rock Valley College guarantees that coursestransfer approved to for another college will begram honored requirements either or as electives. pro- If transferaccepted courses after are all not provisions of theCredit University Guarantee Transfer are followed, the collegestudent will to allow take the additional Rock Valleyto College the courses number up of credits notfor transferred tuition without and charge fees. Majors courses At Rock Valley College as manythe as associate 14-21 degrees credits (A.A. within and A.S.)dents may to be explore used a by particular stu- fieldThose of who study plan or to major. transfer toinstitutions, baccalaureate-granting however, have in the pastlems encountered from prob- senior institutions. Students shouldan schedule appointment to meet with theCoordinator Transfer to & discuss University course selection. Studentsalso should consult www.itransfer.org for up-to-date listingsRock of Valley College courses which willmajors count at in other the Illinois colleges andOther universities. lower division courses in thenot discipline specifically which identified are as fulfilling requirementsmajor in at the other Illinois colleges andbe universities appropriate, may and also students may wishcourses to as explore a these way of solidifyinggiven their field true of interest study in or a major.es However, will these not other routinely cours- transfer; studentsthe will senior have institutions to on contact an individualtransferability. basis to determine 9 credits 3-6 courses 7-8 courses 9 courses 9 courses I) (IA on ois
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Communications Mathematics Physical and Life Sciences Humanities and Fine Arts Social Sciences General education core curriculumThe (GECC) requirements for an associate’s degreeA.E.S., (A.A., A.A.T, A.S. or A.A.S.) consist of ahours minimum taken of from 64 three credit components:core, 1. 2. General Additional education degree requirements, andtaken 3. in Courses the major/minor field andwish electives. to transfer Students to who four-year collegesadvised and to universities complete are an associate’s degree.necessary prior If to transfer completing is an associate’sdents degree, are stu- strongly advised to completeeducation at core least curriculum. the general Rock Valley College, like most othercolleges, Illinois has community specific degree requirements for thein Associate Arts transfer degree, and otherAssociate requirements in for Science the transfer degree; thesein are detail described beginning on page 34 of thisof catalog. The 37-41 IAI credits consist GECC of study in the following areas: Rock Valley College is a participantArticulation in Initiative the (IAI), Illinois a statewide agreementmakes that it easier for students tomore transfer than credit 100 between participating Illinois collegesties. and universi- The initiative includes anGeneral agreed-upon Education Illinois Core Curriculum (GECC) andmended recom- freshman and sophomore level coursesmajors for in specific the Illinois Baccalaureate Majors’achieve curricula. this To goal the IAI hasparticipating identified institutions courses agree which to all offer toand their to students accept in transfer fromother students institutions. who come from Completion of the general education coreany curriculum participating at institution in Illinois assuresstudents transferring that lower-division, general education require- ments for an Associate in Artsbeen or satisfied Associate upon in transfer Science to have anothertution. participating insti- Receiving institutions may require admitted transferdents stu- to complete institution-wide and/or missiongraduation related requirements beyond the scope ofGECC. the IAI The IAI is a powerful tooldetailed for information students. about General the and IAI iswww.itransfer.org. available at The TRANSFERDEGREES Articulati Initiative S
L T 32 RDAINREQUIREMENTS: FOR GRADUATION RESPONSIBLE IS STUDENT EACH Center. Transfer the in obtained requirements. course and institution’s that that important review is student it the school, transfer a stu- selected a has When dent universities. and a colleges to four-year transfer of for variety courses College Valley Rock select students can plan, educational an constructing carefully By Planning Transfer Success Planning DEGREES TRANSFER Catalog 2011 – 2009 lo fSuetCne ypbihddtso semester graduate. of to dates intended published by Center 2nd Student on of Registration floor & Records in graduation for Apply etrsdnyrqieet yerigaminimum a earning by requirements residency Meet • a Achieve • hours credit (64) sixty-four of minimum a Complete • coe atdyt pl o algraduation Fall for apply to day graduation Last Summer – for 1 apply October to day graduation Last Spring – for 1 apply June to day Last – 1 March of College. Valley Rock at attempted courses level Curriculum. Core Education the General meet the also of that requirements above or courses level 100 of okVle College. Valley Rock twenty 2)smse or f1020lvlat level 100/200 of hours semester (20) 2.0 C rd on vrg nal100/200 all in average point grade (C) For rnfrifraincnbe can information Transfer pcfcadmission specific Employment – Placement & Services Career • programs/services testing Other – Proctoring Exam – Center Testing • Services Needs Special – Services Disability • Services Tutoring – Center Success • State to Visits – Life Student • Advising Transfer – Initiatives Multicultural Student & Center Transfer • Counciling and Advising Academic • Resources Additional is erEprec and Experience Year First • Services Search Job – tdn etr o lo,(1)921-4091 (815) Floor, Top Center, Student 921-2370 (815) Floor, Ground Center, Student 921-4184 (815) Floor, 1st Center, Student tdn etr o lo,(1)921-4094 (815) Floor, Top Center, Student Programs Student New etc.) interviewing, writing, (resume tdn etr rudFor 85 921-2380 (815) Floor, Ground Center, Student 921-2356 (815) Floor, Top Center, Student 921-4116 (815) Floor, Top Center, Student 921-4100 (815) Floor, Top Center, Student apsAtvte edrhpDevelopment Leadership – Organization Student – Activities Campus – Government Student – Counseling Personal – Assessment Career – Advising Academic – T 0 lnigfrSuccess for Planning 100 STU – Orientation Student New – Session Planning Educational – Opportunities aerCounseling Career – lcmn Testing Placement – aerAssessments Career – Training & Universities C O
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(37 credit hours total) ______BIO140 BIO150 BIO162 IntroductiontoEvolution...... 3 Microbes&Society...... 3 HumanHeredity ...... 3 Physical & Life SciencesNote: (7 Select credits) at leastcourse. one At Life least Science one and of one the Physical two Science coursesLIFESCIENCES: must have a lab. ______BIO100___ BIO103___ BIO104 IntroductiontoHumanBiology BIO106 IntroductoryLifeSciences ...... 3 BIO107 IntroductoryLifeScienceslab ...... 3 IntroductoryEnvironmentalLifeScience ...... 1 IntroductoryEnvironmental 3 Mathematics (3-6 credits) (Both MTH 216 andthe 217 three-hour must mathematics be satisfactorily requirement.sequence completed This fulfills two-course to the fulfill generaldents education seeking requirement state only certification___ for as stu- elementary teachers.) ______MTH115___ MTH135___ GeneralEducationMath...... 3 MTH160___ CalculusI MTH211___ ...... 5 TopicsfromFiniteMath...... 3 MTH217___ CalculusforBusiness/SocialSciences MTH220 MathforElementaryTeachingII MTH235 ...4 ElementsofStatistics...... 3 MTH236 ...... 3 CalculusII ...... 4 CalculusIII ...... 4 Communications (9 credits) Students whose first semesterSummer of 1999 postsecondary or education later101 must is and receive 103. grades___ of “C” or @ higher___ in ENG @___ ENG101 ENG103 CompositionI...... 3 SPH131 CompositionII ...... 3 FundamentalsofCommunications ...... 3 (Total Hours Required: 64) I. GENERAL EDUCATION Core Curriculum Associate TRANSFERDEGREES Associate Degrees ______BIO 208 BIO211 Science in Elem. School: Tchg. Evolution . . GeneralBotany . 3 ...... 4 ___ BIO221 GeneralZoology ...... 4 PHYSICALSCIENCES: ______AST202 ATS105___ CHM105 IntroductiontoAstronomy...... 4___ IntroductiontoAtmosphericScience FoundationsinChemistry CHM110 ....4 CHM120 General,Organic&BioChemistryI GeneralChemistryI...... 4 ...... 4 ______CHM210___ GEL101___ General,Organic&BioChemistryII GEL103___ GEL107 IntroductiontoGeology___ .....4 GEL206 FossilsandEarthHistory ...... 4___ PGE100 GeologyoftheSolarSystem___ ...... 4 PGE102 EnvironmentalGeology ...... 3 PHY201 PhysicalGeography ...... 3 PHY215 PhysicalGeographyw/Lab ...... 3 MechanicsandHeat ...... 4 Mechanics,WaveMotion& ...... 4 S
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(i.e., Fine Arts, Studio Arts, Graphic Arts, Art Theoretical, etc.) CIS 102, 276, & 277; othertransfer programming to courses select may colleges and universities. Chemical, etc.) EGR 135, 206, 207, 221, &appropriate 231; course check placement. pre-requisites for CIS 276 or MTH 164 ismajors. usually required of engineering *Some transfer institutions will count EDU 224 as an electiveEngineering only. Criminal Justice CRM 101, 120, 210, 225, CIS 102 Elementary Education Computer Programming Art *Other studio courses maytransfer be institution required prior for to additional transfer; information. see specific Business Popular majors Accounting Electives for A.A.A.S. and Degree completion The electives taken at RVC maymajors serve at as baccalaureate prerequisites institutions. for For examplesular of majors pop- and appropriate elective courses,below. see These the lists lists are not meantprerequisites. to Students be should exhaustive meet of with all ancounselor advisor to or verify course selection basedtransfer on institution. major Students and should also checkcollege with or the university they plan tocourse transfer selection. to If and you confirm are planningyear to institution transfer for to a a specific four- major,Transfer check Center with for the suggested alternatives. TRANSFERDEGREES Education, Art History, etc.) ART 101, 102, 103, & 203;ART studio 251, courses* 252, & 253 willcourses count as humanities/fine arts grade 9) EDU 224*, 234, 244, & 274 PSY 271 FWS 223, FWS 265 ART 283 or MUS 105 Management, Marketing, etc.) BUS 101, 200 or 201 &if 223 transfer (students institution should prefers check Bus to 200ATG see or 110 201). & 111; students withoutshould accounting take experience ATG 106 & 107 prior to taking ATG 110. S
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Engineering Electives The selection of the appropriatethis elective requirement engineering will courses depend to on meet major/engineering the discipline student’s and desired the specific requirementsintended of transfer the institution. Electives should besultation with determined in an con- engineering advisor. The abbreviations given below indicateplines the from primary which engineering disci- the studentscourses may listed select below a appropriate major to field;this that the abbreviation. discipline elective are marked with • Civil Engineering (CE) -• 13 Electrical/Computer credits Engineering (EE) –• 11 Industrial credits Engineering (IE) –• 12 Chemical credits Engineering (ChE) –• 12 Mechanical credits Engineering (ME) – 13 credits A.E.S. Engineering Specialty Courses The following courses are requireddegree, for regardless all of students the seeking specific the major AES branch of engineeringA.E.S. desired Calculus-based Physics: • PHY 215 – Mechanics, Wave Motion, and • PHY 225 – Electricity, Magnetism, Light, and A.E.S. Mathematics: • MTH 135 - Calculus with• Analytic MTH Geometry 235 I - - Calculus 5 with Credits • Analytic MTH Geometry 236 II - - Calculus 4 with Credits • Analytic MTH Geometry 240 III – - Differential 4 Equations Credits • - MTH 3 164 Credits – The Computer in Mathematics, C/C++ - 4 Credits Students who plan on majoringto in take Industrial (IAI: Engineering S3 are required 902)111 ECO is 111- permissible, Principles but of not Economics:Micro. required, ECO- for all otherStudents engineering are majors. required to selectFine 1 Arts course or in the either Social theWestern and Humanities cultures Behavioral and of Sciences minority that cultures emphasizes within non- the United Sates. A.E.S. Physical Science: • CHM 120 – General Chemistry I – 4 Credits 9 credits 22 credits 2.0 (“C” average) in all course work taken course and elective ified in the following sections. • A minimum cumulative grade-point average of • A “C” or better in each engineering specialty • A minimum of 65 credit hours completed as spec- B. Grade-Point A. Semester Hours A.E.S. Communications: (A.E.S.) General Education Core II. General Education RequirementsThe of completion the AES degree does not fulfill all ofrequirements general the (IAI) Initiative Illinois Articulation General Education Core students Consequently, Curriculum. must complete the remainder of their general education atrequirements the to institution which they transfer. Given the rigor with associated most pro- four-year engineering grams, this helps to provide students with more balanced semester course loads during their junior and senior years. • ENG 101 - Composition• I ENG – 103 3 - Credits Composition• II SPH – 131 3 - Credits Fundamentals of Communication – 3A.E.S. Credits Social & Behavioral Sciences/Humanities &(Please see Fine page Arts: 9 33 for credits Curriculum complete - list IAI of approved General courses.) Education Core NOTE: Students are encouraged tosequence complete in a either two-semester the SocialHumanities and and Behavioral Fine Sciences Arts or categories. the Science The (A.E.S.) Associate requires in only Engineering 22will general complete education general credits. education Students credits at the transfer institution. I. College Requirements ASSOCIATEINENGINEERINGSCIENCE(A.E.S.) DEGREE #1775 Degree Requirements for AssociateScience in (A.E.S.) Engineering The following sections list the program to requirements earn an Associate in Science Engineering degree at Rock Valley College. This degree is designed to provide graduates a smooth to transition a engineering four-year baccalaureate degree program. A.E.S. ability graduates’ to complete a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in an two additional years of full-time study. This depends in large part on thements require- of the The four-year institution. student should identi- fy his/her major engineering and target as institution soon as possible. The RVC (815) Department Engineering 921-3101 would be happy to discuss your decision, choices, and most effective options. Students who are unsure of a major in mayengineering wish to pursue an Associate in Science (AS) degree. Although students an completing AS degree can complete all of the general at education requirements Rock Valley College, they may be required by the program atprerequisites the transfer school to take three years to complete the program. engineering baccalaureate TRANSFERDEGREES
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L L INDEX CONTENTS • English • History • Economics • Liberal Studies • Business Administration (A.A.S 2+2 agreement) • Bachelor of Science – Computer Science • Online Bachelor Degrees in: Rockford College Rockford, IL •• (815) 226-4000 Bachelor of Arts • Bachelor of Fine• Arts Bachelor of Nursing • Bachelor of Science Saint Anthony CollegeRockford, of IL Nursing •• (815) 395-5091 Bachelor of Science in Nursing Saint Leo University/OnlineFlorida Campus • (888)• 622-7344 Accounting • Business Administration • Computer Information Systems Southern Illinois UniversityDepartment of at Aviation Carbondale Management andCollege Flight of Applied Sciences andMailcode Arts 6623 Carbondale, IL 62901-6623 (618) 453-8898 or (618) 453-1144 • Aviation Management The University ofwww.phoenix.edu Phoenix/Online Campus (602) 387-7000 • Business/Accounting • Business/Administration • Business/e-Business • Business/Management • Marketing • Information Technology • Management University of Illinois-ChicagoCampus) (Rockford Global 510 Devonshire, Suite H Champaign, IL [email protected] • 866-896-3939 • Bachelors of Business Administration• (BBA) Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) University of Illinoiswww.uis.edu – Springfield Dual Admission 2+2 Agreement Opportunities Upper Iowa Universitywww.uiu.edu/transfer/rockvalley - UIU Rockford (800) 553-4150 1161 Tebala Blvd Rockford, IL 61108 Phone: 815-332-1414 E-mail: [email protected] • Course-to-course Articulation Agreement Western Illinois University www.wiu.edu/SES or [email protected] Board of Trustees/Bachelor of Arts(Online Degree degree (BOT/BA) program completion with(309) no 298-1929 time limits) Systems In addition to the Illinois Articulationuniversities Initiative for (IAI) students with who the complete state transferCollege, degrees the at college Rock also Valley has writtencalaureate agreements completion with institutions. Students several may bac- contact thesetions institu- for more information about howwithout they leaving can the finish Rock their Valley degree CollegeUniversity district. Center Call at the (815) Transfer 921-4116 and for more information. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwidewww.erau.edu/rockford E-mail: [email protected] Aviation Management George Williams College-350 Aurora Constance Blvd. University Williams Bay, WI 53191www.aurora.edu/gwc • (262) 245-8587 • Special Education • Recreation • Business Franklin University/Online Campus Columbus, OH •• (888) Business 341-6237 Administration • Health Services Administration • Technical Administration • Management Information System • Computer Science • Public Safety Management Judson College Elgin, IL •• (815) Management 399-3500; and (888) Leadership 537-6246 • Human Services • Human Resources Management • Criminal Justice Management • Management Technology Systems National-Louis University Chicago, IL •• (800) 443-5522 Bachelor of Arts • Bachelor of Science • Applied Behavioral Science • Early Childhood Education • Elementary Education • Healthcare Leadership • Management • Management Information Systems Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL www.niu.edu/offcampusacademics • (866)• 885-1239 Aviation Management Technology • Business Administration • Computer Science • Homeland Security certificates • Industrial Management Technology • Liberal Arts and• Sciences Nursing – R.N.-B.S.N. Completion• Program Health and Human• Sciences Undergraduate and Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information In addition, a bachelor degree Business Administration is offered at NIU- Rockford on State Street. Call (800) 892-3050 for more information. Palmer College ofDavenport, Chiropractic IA •• (800) 722-3648 Bachelor of Science in General Science 2009 – 2011 CatalogBACCALAUREATECOMPLETIONAGREEMENTS 42
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L TS 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Rock Valley College has developed career programs in Requirements for all A.A.S. degrees response to employment needs of the college district. All include: CONTENTS of the career programs have been developed in coopera- 1. Completion of one of the career education curriculums tion with program advisory committees. listed in this catalog (beginning on page 45), including INDEX Upon successful completion of a career program, students a minimum of 64 semester credits. Courses numbered will receive an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) from 100 through 299, excluding certificate level cours- degree or a certificate. Many of the Career Programs es so indicated under “Course Descriptions,” can be transfer in whole or in part to some universities. Refer to used toward the 64 semester credits. the specific program degree and certificate requirements 2. A maximum of three semester credits may be earned in in this section. Students intending to transfer should con- Fitness, Wellness & Sport physical education activity sult an academic advisor. classes (numbered 100-199). 3. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (“C” average on Requirements for the Associate in Applied a 4.0 scale). Science (A.A.S.) Degree 4. Effective with summer of 1999, students must receive The Associate in Applied Science Degree is awarded to grades of C or better in ENG 101 and ENG 103 (if ENG students who successfully complete a career education 103 is required for the program). curriculum. Attainment of this degree is evidence that the 6. Successful completion of at least 20 semester credits at student possesses the competence for entry-level employ- Rock Valley College. ment in their field of study. An associate degree usually requires two years for full-time students. Part-time students may complete the degree over a longer period of time. Requirements for certificates Occupational certificate programs are developed and All technical curricula leading to the Associate in Applied offered in areas where job-entry training and educational Science Degree have both specific program and general requirements usually can be met in less than two years. education course requirements. Whenever possible, the These short-term programs are excellent options for the general education requirements will include a minimum of student who is interested in quickly gaining skills for 15 semester hours of credits and students will be pre- employment. pared to: A number of certificates are offered either as part of • Communicate effectively career education degree programs or stand-alone certifi- • Demonstrate competency in critical thinking cates. Requirements for a certificate include the follow- • Respect and work effectively with persons of diverse ing: backgrounds and abilities 1. For certificates with less than 30 credit hours, a mini- • Demonstrate the behaviors of ethical and socially mum grade of “C” is required in each course required responsible citizens in the certificate. • Demonstrate personal wellness 2. For certificates of 30 or greater credit hours, a mini- Students will find that some of these areas are already mum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (“C” on a included in specific curricula. 4.0 scale) is required. 3. Substitution of appropriate, approved courses may be made in certificates to a maximum of one-fourth of the credit hours in the respective certificate. Upon successful completion of the requirements for a specific certificate, an application for the certificate must be completed at the Records and Registration Office.
44 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L Career Technical Education Programs TS CONTENTS Program Associate in Applied Science Degree(AAS) Certificate Requirements INDEX Career & Technical Education Credit Hours Credit Hours on Page
Accounting A.A.S. 67 47 • Accounting / Income Tax Fundamentals 8 47 • Professional Bookkeeper Certificate 25 47
Automotive Service Technology A.A.S. 66 47 • Automotive Technician 51 48 • Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning 15 48 • Automotive Suspension and Brakes 11 48 • Automotive Electrical 11 48 • Automotive Engine 9 48 • Automotive Engine Performance 19 48 • Automotive Transmission 15 48
Aviation Maintenance Technology A.A.S. 82 49 • Aviation Maintenance 76 49 • Airframe Technician 47 49 • Powerplant Technician 46 50
Building Construction Technology A.A.S. 65 50 • Building Construction 41 50 • Basic Construction 14 50 • Construction Methods & Materials 14 50 • Residential Construction 11 50 • Structural Drawing 21 51 • Construction Management 18 51
Business Administration A.A.S. 65 51 • Business Fundamentals 29 52 • Management 29 52 • Marketing 21 52
Child Care and Development A.A.S. 65 52 • Child Care Worker 35 52 • Child Care Aide 11 53 • Child Care – Nanny 33 53
COMPUTERCAREERS Computers and Information Systems A.A.S. 65 53 • C++ Programming 15 53 •Visual Basic Programming 15 53
Networking Specialist A.A.S. 64 54 Cisco Networking A.A.S. 64 54 • Cisco Networking 19 54 • Cisco Advanced Networking 16 54 • Voice Over IP Certificates 28 54
Data Assurance and IT Security A.A.S. 64 55 Web Information Technology 66 55
Criminal Justice A.A.S. 69 56
Dental Hygiene A.A.S. 81 56
45 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Program Associate in Applied Science Degree(AAS) Certificate Requirements CONTENTS Career & Technical Education Credit Hours Credit Hours on Page
ENGINEERINGCAREERS: INDEX Electronic Engineering Technology A.A.S. 66 58 • Basic Electronic Certificate 50 59 • Electronics Certificate 27 59 Fluid Power Technology 12 60 Industrial Computer Systems A.A.S. 65 60 Manufacturing Engineering Technology A.A.S. 65 60 • CAD 15 61 • CNC 18 61 • Basic Quality 18 61 • Certified Manufacturing Associate 13 61 • Laser Processes 22 61
FIRESCIENCEA.A.S. 64 61 • Fire Service 27 62 • Firefighting Tactics and Fire Equipment 9 62 • Fire Officer 15 62 • Fire Protection and Prevention 6 62 • Fire Protection and Tactics 6 62 • Fire Tactics 6 62
Fitness, Wellness & Sport 64 62
GRAPHICARTSCAREERS: Graphic Arts Technology A.A.S. - Option A 67 63 Graphic Design A.A.S. - Option B 67 63 • Prepress 23 64
HUMANSERVICESA.A.S. 66 • Substance Abuse Counseling 34 64
MASSCOMMUNICATIONCAREERS Media Production Specialist Certificate 26 65
NURSINGPROGRAMS Associate Degree Nursing Program (NRS) 69 65 Hybrid Online Nursing Degree Program A.A.S. (NUR) 71 68 Nursing Aide Certificate (NAD) 6 69 Practical Nursing Program (PNU) 41 69
Office Professional Specialist A.A.S. 65 70 • Administrative Assistant 34 71 • Medical Transcriptionist 30 71 • Medical Coding 15 71 • MOS/Word 8 71 • MOS/Excel 11 71 • MOS/PowerPoint 11 71 • MOS/Access 11 71 Paraprofessional Educator A.A.S. 64 72 • Paraprofessional Education 34 72
Respiratory Care Program A.A.S. 71 73
Surgical Technology Program 40 74
APPRENTICESHIPPROGRAMS 75 Electrician Apprenticeship A.A.S. 64 59 • Electrician Apprenticeship 42 59 Ironworkers Apprenticeship (Three Years) 18 75 Sheet Metal Apprenticeship (Five Years) 40 75 Tool and Die/Precision Machinist Certificate (Four Years) 28 75 46 Welding Certificate 24 75 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L ACCOUNTING #2000 Certificates TS NOTE: Business 103 or 223 is recommended, but not required, for CONTENTS the following certificates. Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – INDEX 67 credits Accounting/Income Tax Fundamentals Certificate/2011 (8 credits) Program contact: Division of Business/Computers & ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) Information Systems (815) 921-3101 ATG 218 Federal Income Tax (4)
Program overview Certificate Graduates of this program will play a central role in the Professional Bookkeeper/2020 (25 credits) financial life of a business or client. They will learn to ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) assemble, identify, record, and interpret financial infor- ATG 111 Managerial Accounting (4) mation in private and public accounting. Students who ATG 120 Microcomputer Spreadsheet Applications (2) ATG 123 General Ledger Software Applications (2) decide to go on to pursue a bachelor’s degree will find ATG 220 Fraud Detection & Deterrence (3) other opportunities available in a wide range of fields. ATG 298 Accounting Capstone (3) CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and Work and employment Information Systems (3) Graduates of this program are prepared to assume posi- PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/Windows Based (4) tions such as accounting technician, accounting assistant, accounting clerk, or bookkeeper. AUTOMOTIVE Certificates available SERVICE TECHNOLOGY A.A.S. #7100 – Accounting/Income Tax Fundamentals – Professional Bookkeeper Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - 66 credits Accounting Course Requirements: (48 credits) * ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) Program contact: Division of Technical Programs, * ATG 111 Managerial Accounting (4) (815) 921-3000 * ATG 120 Microcomputer Spreadsheet Applications in Accounting (2) * ATG 123 General Ledger Software Applications (2) Program overview * ATG 210 Cost Accounting (4) Graduates of this program are prepared to assume * ATG 215 Intermediate Accounting I (4) positions in the automotive industry as entry-level * ATG 216 Intermediate Accounting II (3) technicians. Students become adept in all aspects of the * ATG 218 Federal Income Tax (4) vehicle, including electrical, engine, heating/AC, suspen- * ATG 220 Fraud Detection & Deterrence (3) * ATG 298 Accounting Capstone (3) sion and brakes, and transmission. Those with a 3.0 GPA * BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) should be able to pass the industry-recommended ASE * BUS 223 Business Statistics (3) tests. * BUS 200 Legal Environment in Business, or * BUS 201 Business Law (3) Work and employment * BUS 203 Economics for Business (3) * BUS 279 Principles of Finance (3) Successful graduates who become ASE-certified can move into such positions as journeymen technicians, serv- General Education Course Requirements: (19 credits) ice managers, parts managers, jobber salespersons, insur- Requirements: 16 credits ance adjusters, and shop operators. * ENG 101 Composition I (3) * ENG 105 Business Communications (3) CIS 102 Introduction to Computers Transfer opportunities and Information Systems (3) Graduates can use their degree in partial fulfillment of a PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/Windows Based (4) baccalaureate degree at select universities. * SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) Certificates available Electives: 3 credits Automotive Electrical Select courses with at least two different prefixes in the Automotive Technician Liberal Arts and Sciences areas (examples: ART, BIO, Automotive Engine ECO, ENG, MTH, SOC, etc.) to fulfill General Education Automotive Transmission electives requirement. Automotive Engine Performance *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning section in this catalog. Automotive Suspension & Brakes Accounting Program Electives Courses ATG 106 Intro to Accounting Debits & Credits (1) *Students are expected to furnish their own tool kits for ATG 107 Intro to Accounting Special Journals (1) class. This will be discussed during the first class session. ATG 291 Internship Accounting (1-6) ATG 295 Independent Study in Accounting ( 1-6)
47 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Automotive Course Requirements (51 credits) Certificates ATM 105 Introduction to Brake and Chassis Systems (3) Automotive Technician/7101 (51 credits) CONTENTS ATM 106 Introduction to Automotive Electrical ATM 105 Introduction to Brake and Chassis Systems (3) Systems and Powertrains (3) ATM 106 Introduction to Automotive Electrical INDEX *ATM 107 Automotive Electronic Fundamentals (4) Systems and Powertrains (3) *ATM 114 Brakes (4) ATM 107 Automotive Electronic Fundamentals (4) *ATM 140 Engine Diagnosis and Repair (6) ATM 114 Brakes (4) *ATM 203 Heating and Air-conditioning Systems (4) ATM 140 Engine Diagnosis and Repair (6) *ATM 221 Steering and Suspension (4) ATM 203 Heating and Air-conditioning Systems (4) *ATM 222 Manual Transmission/Transaxles (4) ATM 221 Steering and Suspension (4) *ATM 223 Automotive Electrical Circuits (4) ATM 222 Manual Transmission/Transaxles (4) *ATM 242 Automatic Transmission/Transaxles (5) ATM 223 Automotive Electrical Circuits (4) *ATM 228 Engine Performance I (5) ATM 242 Automatic Transmission/Transaxles (5) *ATM 229 Engine Performance II (5) ATM 228 Engine Performance I (5) ATM 229 Engine Performance II (5) General Education Course Requirements: (15 credits) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) Automotive Heating and *ENG 103 Composition II, or Air Conditioning/7117 (15 credits) *ENG 105 Business Communications, or ATM 106 Introduction to Automotive Electrical *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing, or Systems and Powertrains (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Speech, or ATM 107 Automotive Electronic Fundamentals (4) *SPH 141 Business and Professional Speech (3) ATM 203 Heating and Air-conditioning Systems (4) *MTH 100 Technical Mathematics, or ATM 223 Automotive Electrical Circuits (4) *MTH 120 College Algebra, or (3) Automotive Suspension and Brakes/7112 (11 credits) *CIS 102 Intro to Computers & Info Systems (3) ATM 105 Introduction to Brake and Chassis Systems (3) *PSY 170 General Psychology (3) ATM 114 Brakes (4) ATM 221 Steering and Suspension (4) *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog. Automotive Electrical/7113 (11 credits) ATM 106 Introduction to Automotive Electrical Automotive Management option Systems and Powertrains (3) If students are interested in pursuing the Automotive Management ATM 107 Automotive Electronic Fundamentals (4) option in this program, they should take the following General ATM 223 Automotive Electrical Circuits (4) Education and Business courses. Students must complete 18 credit hours from the following: Automotive Engine/7111 (9 credits) Requirements: 12 credits ATM 106 Introduction to Automotive Electrical *ENG 101 Composition (3) Systems and Powertrains (3) *ENG 103 Composition II, or ATM 140 Engine Diagnosis and Repair (6) *ENG 105 Business Communications, or *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing, or Automotive Engine Performance/7114 (19 credits) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Speech, or ATM 106 Introduction to Automotive Electrical SPH 141 Business and Professional Speech (3) Systems and Powertrains (3) BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) ATM 140 Engine Diagnosis and Repair (6) PSY 170 General Psychology, or ATM 228 Engine Performance I (5) BUS 170 Intro to Organizational Behavior (3) ATM 229 Engine Performance II (5)
Electives: 6 credits Automotive Transmission/7116 (15 credits) Select 6 credits from the following: ATM 105 Introduction to Brake and Chassis Systems (3) ATG 106 Introduction to Accounting ATM 106 Introduction to Automotive Electrical Debits and Credits (1) Systems and Powertrains (3) ATG 107 Introduction to Accounting ATM 222 Manual Transmission/Transaxles (4) Special Journals (1) ATM 242 Automatic Transmission/Transaxles (5) *ATM 236 Advanced Computer Control Systems (4) *MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) *MGT 273 Small Business Management (3) *MTH 100 Technical Mathematics (5), or *MTH 120 College Algebra (3)
Note: Other General Education courses are acceptable.
*Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog.
48 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L AVIATIONMAINTENANCE AVM 165 Engine Electrical Systems (2) TS AVM 166 Propeller Systems (3) CONTENTS TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. #7200 AVM 241 Aircraft Finishing and Covering (3) AVM 242 Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems (2) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – 82 credits AVM 243 Aircraft Welding (1) INDEX AVM 244 Aircraft Auxiliary Systems (1) Program contacts: Division of Technical Programs AVM 245 Aircraft Electrical Systems (3) Office, (815) 921-3000 or Aviation Maintenance AVM 246 Aircraft Instruments and Technology program, (815) 921-3014 Communication Systems (2) AVM 247 Aircraft Metal Structures (6) AVM 248 Hydraulic and Pneumatic Control Systems (3) Program overview AVM 249 Aircraft Fuel Systems (1) Federally-licensed graduates of this program are prepared AVM 250 Assembly and Rigging (3) to assume positions as airline or general aviation engine AVM 251 Landing Gear Systems (3) and/or airframe mechanics. The program is certified to AVM 252 Airframe Inspection (2) provide approved instruction leading to FAA Airframe General Education Course Requirements: (6 credits) and Powerplant certificate examinations. Currently, 2,000 *ENG 101 Composition I (3) hours of instruction are offered in the areas of airframe *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing or and powerplant, which translates to 11 months of instruc- *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Speech or tion in each year of the two-year program. *ENG 103 Composition II, or SPH 141 Business and Professional Speech (3)
Work and employment *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in In addition to the general aviation engine and/or airframe this catalog. mechanic, graduates have also found work in other job- related areas, such as sheet metal construction and repair, Certificates Aviation Maintenance/7201 (76 credits) reciprocating and turbine engine repair and overhaul, AVM 101 Materials and Processes (3) engine accessory overhaul and repair, air conditioning AVM 102 Basic Electricity (3) systems, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical AVM 103 Aviation Mathematics and Physics (2) systems maintenance. AVM 104 Records and Publications (3) AVM 105 Aircraft Drawing-Weight and Balance (3) AVM 106 Cleaning and Corrosion Control (3) Transfer opportunities AVM 160 Fuel and Lubrication System (6) The program provides the first two years of a baccalaureate AVM 161 Engine Support System (3) program for those who wish to pursue a four-year degree. AVM 162 Basic Powerplants (6) Graduates also receive preferential admission status when AVM 163 Ignition Systems (3) they apply to the B.S. in Aviation Management or Aviation AVM 164 Advanced Powerplants (6) AVM 165 Engine Electrical Systems (2) Technologies programs at Northern Illinois University, AVM 166 Propeller Systems (3) Southern Illinois University and Embry-Riddle AVM 241 Aircraft Finishing and Covering (3) Aeronautical University. AVM 242 Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems (2) AVM 243 Aircraft Welding (1) Previous College Credit AVM 244 Aircraft Auxiliary Systems (1) AVM 245 Aircraft Electrical Systems (3) The RVC/AVM program does not accept transfer credits AVM 246 Aircraft Instruments and for aviation courses completed at any other institution. Communication Systems (2) AVM 247 Aircraft Metal Structures (6) Applying for the program AVM 248 Hydraulic and Pneumatic Control Systems (3) A special application is required for admission to the program. AVM 249 Aircraft Fuel Systems (1) AVM 250 Assembly and Rigging (3) Students are urged to apply as soon as possible prior to AVM 251 Landing Gear Systems (3) the fall term in which they wish to enroll. Contact the AVM 252 Airframe Inspection (2) program office for an application. Airframe Technician/7202 (47 credits) Certificates available AVM 101 Materials and Processes (3) AVM 102 Basic Electricity (3) – Aviation Maintenance AVM 103 Aviation Mathematics and Physics (2) – Airframe Technician AVM 104 Records and Publications (3) – Powerplant Technician AVM 105 Aircraft Drawing-Weight and Balance (3) AVM 106 Cleaning and Corrosion Control (3) Aviation Maintenance AVM 241 Aircraft Finishing and Covering (3) Course Requirements: (76 credits) AVM 242 Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems (2) AVM 101 Materials and Processes (3) AVM 243 Aircraft Welding (1) AVM 102 Basic Electricity (3) AVM 244 Aircraft Systems Auxiliary (1) AVM 103 Aviation Mathematics and Physics (2) AVM 245 Aircraft Electrical Systems (3) AVM 104 Records and Publications (3) AVM 246 Aircraft Instruments and Communication AVM 105 Aircraft Drawing-Weight and Balance (3) Systems (2) AVM 106 Cleaning and Corrosion Control (3) AVM 247 Aircraft Metal Structures (6) AVM 160 Fuel and Lubrication Systems (6) AVM 248 Hydraulic and Pneumatic Control Systems (3) AVM 161 Engine Support Systems (3) AVM 249 Aircraft Fuel Systems (1) AVM 162 Basic Powerplants (6) AVM 250 Assembly and Rigging (3) AVM 163 Ignition Systems (3) AVM 251 Landing Gears Systems (3) AVM 164 Advanced Powerplants (6) AVM 252 Airframe Inspection (2) 49 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Powerplant Technician/7203 (46 credits) Construction Technology Option AVM 101 Materials and Processes (3) *BCT 239 Wood Frame Structures (3) CONTENTS AVM 102 Basic Electricity (3) *BCT 287 Structural Detailing (3) AVM 103 Aviation Mathematics and Physics (2) *BCT 168 Construction Internship (1-6), or AVM 104 Records and Publications (3) *BCT 218 Construction Surveying II (3), or INDEX AVM 105 Aircraft Drawing-Weight and Balance (3) *BCT 248 Computer-Aided Architectural AVM 106 Cleaning and Corrosion Control (3) Drafting II (3), or AVM 160 Fuel and Lubrication System (6) *BCT 298 Independent Study (1-6) (3) AVM 161 Engine Support System (3) AVM 162 Basic Powerplants (6) Construction Management Option AVM 163 Ignition Systems (3) MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) AVM 164 Advanced Powerplants (6) BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) AVM 165 Engine Electrical Systems (2) Elective from areas of Business, Management, or Marketing. AVM 166 Propeller Systems (3) BCT advisor approval required. (3)
General Education Course Requirements: (18 credits) BUILDINGCONSTRUCTION Requirements: (9-11 credits) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) TECHNOLOGY #7000 *ENG 103 Composition II, or *ENG 105 Business Communication, or Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing, or 65 credits *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication, or SPH 141 Business and Professional Communication (3) Transfer to select universities *MTH 125 Plane Trigonometry, or (3) Program contact: Division of Engineering and Technology, *MTH 132 Precalculus Mathematics or (5) *MTH 100 Technical Mathematics (5) (815) 921-3101 Electives: Select 9 credits from the following as needed: CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and Information Systems Program overview Mathematics course Graduates of the program organize, lead, and manage the Science course resources, materials, and the processes related to building Humanities course Fitness, Wellness & Sport course (7-9) construction, both commercial and residential. Note: Other General Education courses approved by the BCT advisor may be substituted. Work and employment *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in Graduates work in such jobs as estimators, detailers, survey- this catalog. ors, and in sales. With additional experience, successful grad- uates can advance to field engineering assistant, construction Certificates or maintenance supervisor, building inspector, or contractor. Building Construction/7014 (41 credits) BCT 101 Introductory Drafting (3) BCT 104 Residential Construction Blueprint Reading (2) Transfer opportunities BCT 117 Construction Materials I (3) Graduates of the program have the option to transfer BCT 119 Construction Materials II (3) their degree to various four-year universities to pursue a BCT 190 Commercial Construction Blueprint Reading (3) B.S. in Construction Management. BCT 195 Construction Surveying I (3) BCT 202 Residential Mechanical Systems (3) BCT 225 Construction Safety (3) Two tracks to choose from BCT 237 Computer-AidedArchitecturalDrafting (3) The Building Construction program offers a Technology BCT 239 Wood Frame Structures (3) option and a Management option. Students should review BCT 251 Codes, Contracts, and Specifications (3) the options to determine which meet their career goals. BCT 260 Building Construction Estimating (3) BCT 270 Construction Job Scheduling (3) BCT 287 Structural Detailing (3) Building Construction Course Requirements: (47 credits) Mini-Certificates Core requirements: (38 credits) Basic Construction/7016 (14 credits) ** BCT 101 Introductory Drafting (3) BCT 101 Introductory Drafting (3) BCT 104 Residential Construction Blueprint Reading (2) BCT 104 Residential Construction Blueprint Reading (2) BCT 117 Construction Materials I (3) BCT 117 Construction Materials I (3) BCT 119 Construction Materials II (3) BCT 119 Construction Materials II (3) * BCT 190 Commercial Construction Blueprint Reading (3) BCT 225 Construction Safety (3) BCT 195 Construction Surveying I (3) BCT 202 Residential Mechanical Systems (3) Construction Methods and Materials/7011 (14 credits) * BCT 219 Statics and Strength of Materials BCT 104 Residential Construction Blueprint Reading (2) for Building Construction (3) BCT 117 Construction Materials I (3) BCT 225 Construction Safety (3) BCT 119 Construction Materials II (3) * BCT 237 Computer-Aided Architectural Drafting I (3) BCT 260 Building Construction Estimating (3) * BCT 251 Codes, Contracts, and Specifications (3) BCT 270 Construction Job Scheduling (3) * BCT 260 Building Construction Estimating (3) * BCT 270 Construction Job Scheduling (3) Residential Construction/7013 (11 credits) **This course may be waived for students with a minimum of two BCT 104 Residential Construction Blueprint Reading (2) semesters of high school drafting or equivalent industrial experience. BCT 195 Construction Surveying I (3) Elective: 9 credits in one of the following study options: BCT 202 Residential Mechanical Systems (3) 50 BCT 239 Wood Frame Structures (3) 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L Structural Drawing/7015 (21 credits) Business Administration Course TS BCT 190 Commercial Construction Blueprint Reading (3) Requirements: (38 credits) CONTENTS BCT 219 Statics and Strength of Materials for * ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) Building Construction (3) BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) BCT 237 Computer-AidedArchitecturalDrafting (3) * BUS 103 Business Mathematics, or INDEX BCT 239 Wood Frame Structures (3) * BUS 223 Business Statistics (3) BCT 248 Computer-AidedArchitecturalDraftingII (3) BUS 200 Legal Environment in Business or BCT 287 Structural Detailing (3) * BUS 201 Business Law (3) BCT 298 Independent Study (3) BUS 203 Economics for Business (3) * BUS 279 Principles of Finance (3) Construction Management/7012 (18 credits) * BUS 282 International Business (3) BCT 225 Construction Safety (3) BUS 298 Global Small Business Incubator (3) BCT 251 Codes, Contracts, and Specifications (3) * MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) BCT 260 Building Construction Estimating (3) MKT 260 Principles of Marketing (3) BCT 270 Construction Job Scheduling (3) MKT 288 Customer Relations (3) BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) * PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/Windows (4) MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) Choose appropriate option: Option A: General Business (9 credits) BUSINESS BUS 105 Consumer Economics & Personal Finance (3) BUS 170 Intro to Organizational Behavior (3) ADMINISTRATION #2100 Electives – 3 credits Any Business Division course with prefix ATG, BUS, MGT, MKT, Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – OFF, PCI 65 credits Option B: Management (9 credits) Program contact: Division of Business/Computers & Note: This option requires BUS 223 Business Statistics instead ofBUS Information Systems (815) 921-3101 103 Business Mathematics. BUS 170 Intro to Organizational Behavior (3) * MGT 271 Human Resource Management (3) Program overview * MGT 274 Leadership (3) Graduates of this program will have acquired knowledge and skills of business and leadership which can be applied to Option C: Marketing (9 credits) entry level jobs. Additionally, graduates of the business * MKT 265 Salesmanship (3) * MKT 266 Principles of Advertising (3) program will have the knowledge and skills required to meet Electives – 3 credits the criteria of success for the RVC Student Learning Outcomes. Select a course with prefix ATG, BUS, MGT, MKT, OFF, PCI.
– General business: Graduates will have acquired a broad Option D: Specialized Management knowledge and skill of business and an overview of all gen- or Marketing (9 credits) To meet the needs of a special situation, the Business/CIS Associate eral business concepts. Students who choose this focus Dean will work with the student to design a specialized curriculum. will be prepared to work in a variety of business positions. All courses applied to this option must have the prior approval of the – Management: Graduates will have acquired a broad Business/CIS Associate Dean. base of business knowledge and skills, management tech- General Education Course Requirements (18 credits) niques, and leadership skills. Students who choose this CIS 102 Introduction to Computer Systems (3) focus will be prepared for entry level supervisory posi- * ENG 101 Composition I (3) tions in a variety of leadership positions. * ENG 105 Business Communications (3) * SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) Electives – 6 credits – Marketing: Graduates will learn about the various Students must select courses with at least two different prefixes in career paths available in marketing and learn the con- the General Education Core Curriculum areas (Example: ART, BIO, cepts behind the development of products, pricing, pro- ECO, ENG, MTH, SOC, etc.) to fulfill general education elective motion, and distribution. Students who choose this focus requirements. will be prepared to work in a variety of entry-level mar- *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section keting positions in business. in this catalog. Business Program Elective Courses: Work and employment BUS 207 The Virtual Company (4) Graduates of this program are prepared to assume entry- BUS 295 Independent Study in Business Administration (1-6) level positions or advance their current position in man- BUS 296 Special Topics in Business Administration (1-4) agement, marketing, sales, purchasing, finance, and MGT 273 Small Business Management (3) MGT 281 Women in Management (3) human relations among other areas. MGT 282 Independent Study in Management (1-3) MGT 283 Internship in Business Management (1-6) In addition, students are encouraged to explore opportunities MKT 281 International Marketing (3) to transfer and pursue a bachelor degree in business. Rock MKT 293 Internship – Marketing (1-3) Valley College business program has several articulation MKT 295 Independent Study in Marketing (1-3) agreements in place which allow students to transfer credit *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description towards a bachelor degree program. Please make an appoint- section in this catalog. ment with the Business Associate Dean or Business Academic 51 Chair to discuss appropriate plans of study for transfer options. 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Certificates CHILDCAREAND Certificates may be awarded in several areas of business. Certificates DEVELOPMENT #5500 CONTENTS are for students who wish to concentrate on specific areas of interest by taking a few courses targeted at those interests. The certificates Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – INDEX demonstrate to employers that skills have been acquired in particular areas of practice. 65 credits
Business Fundamentals/2114 (29 credits) Program contact: Liberal Arts Division, (815) 921-3378 This certificate is designed for students who are interested in focused course work in business fundamentals. Students will be able to Program overview demonstrate to employers a general understanding in the basic areas of business. Graduates of the program are well-versed in child devel- *ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) opment, nutrition, exercise, developing age-appropriate BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) curriculum and other facets of child care. They will be *BUS 103 Business Mathematics, or ready to direct or teach at a day care center. *BUS 223 Business Statistics (3) BUS 170 Into to Organizational Behavior (3) BUS 200 Legal Environment in Business, or (3) Work and employment BUS 201 Business Law (3) Opportunities exist in home-based care, day care centers, *MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) nursery schools, pre-schools, private homes, and at before *MKT 260 Principles of Marketing (3) or after-school programs. While the program is not prepa- *PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ ration for state certification, courses may transfer to four- Windows Based (4) *ENG 105 Business Communications (3) year schools, where certification can be earned to teach ages birth through third grade.
Management/2511 (29 credits) Enrollment in courses requires weekly field assignments This certificate in management is intended for individuals who wish to develop or enhance skills in management and supervision. It offers as well as a complete medical examination, TB skin test, students the course work required to receive fundamental manage- fingerprinting, and three written references. ment skills and prepare students who are interested in mid-to-upper- level supervision positions. Child Care and Development *ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) Course Requirements: (41 credits) BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) CHD 100 The Child Care Worker *MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) CHD 101 The Developing Child (5) *MGT 273 Small Business Management (3) *CHD 103 Nutrition and Health of the Young Child (2) *MGT 274 Leadership (3) *CHD 104 Large Muscle Development (2) *MKT 260 Principles of Marketing (3) *CHD 105 Developing Techniques for MKT 288 Customer Relations (3) Working with the Young Child (3) *PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ *CHD 106 Music for the Young Child (3) Windows Based (4) *CHD 107 Science for the Young Child (2) *ENG 105 Business Communications (3) *CHD 108 Art for the Young Child (3) *CHD 201 Language Development (3) *CHD 202 Family-Community Relationships Marketing/2211 (21 credits) and Resources (3) This certificate is for students who are interested in marketing and *CHD 203 Curriculum Planning for the Young Child (3) wish to acquire specific skills in the areas of sales, advertising and *CHD 204 Internship-Child Care (4) customer relations. *CHD 205 Organization and Supervision of BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) Early Childhood Facilities (3) *MKT 260 Principles of Marketing (3) *CHD 206 Mathematics for the Young Child (2) *MKT 265 Salesmanship (3) *MKT 266 Principles of Advertising` (3) General Education Course Requirements: (24 credits) MKT 288 Customer Relations (3) BIO Elective (3) *ENG 105 Business Communications (3) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communications (3) PSY 170 General Psychology (3) EDU 244 Students with Disabilities in Schools (3) PSY 270 Life-Span Developmental Psychology, or SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) SOC 299 Marriage and Family (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) Elective: Select 3 credits from two of the following: Computer and Information Systems, Humanities, Social Science, Mathematics, or Science electives.
Certificates Child Care Worker/5501 (35 credits) CHD 100 The Child Care Worker (3) CHD 101 The Developing Child (5) CHD 103 Nutrition and Health of the Young Child (2) CHD 104 Large Muscle Development (2) CHD 105 Developing Techniques for Working with the Young Child (3) CHD 106 Music for the Young Child (3) 52 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L CHD 107 Science for the Young Child (2) Certificates available TS CHD 201 Language Development (3) – C/C++ Programming CONTENTS CHD 202 Family-Community Relationships – Visual Basic Programming and Resources (3) CHD 204 Internship - Child Care (4) INDEX CHD 206 Mathematics for the Young Child (2) Business/CIS Division CHD 203 Curriculum Planning for the Young Child (3) Course Requirements (40 credits) Required for both C/C++ and Visual Basic *ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) Child Care Aide/5511 (11 credits) CHD 100 The Child Care Worker (3) BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) CHD 101 The Developing Child (5) CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and CHD 105 Developing Techniques for Working Information Systems (3) with the Young Child (3) *CIS 251 Systems Analysis and Design (3) *CIS 254 Database Programming (4) *PCT 110 Network Essentials (3) Child Care – Nanny/5502 (33 credits) CHD 101 The Developing Child (5) *WEB 101 Programming Related to the Internet (4) CHD 103 Nutrition and Health of the Young Child (2) CHD 104 Large Muscle Development (2) Choose one area of specialization CHD 105 Developing Techniques for Working C/C++ Programming Specialization with the Young Child (3) *CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (4) CHD 114 Introduction to the Nanny Profession (3) *CIS 277 Advanced C/C++ Programming (4) CHD 203 Curriculum Planning for the Young Child (3) *CIS 279 Visual C/C++ Programming (4) CHD 208 Internship - Nanny Experience (3) *CIS 180 Introduction to Visual Basic Programming, or *ENG 101 Composition I (3) *CIS 240 Introduction to Java Programming (4) FWS 243 First Aid and General Safety (3) PSY 270 Life-Span Developmental Psychology, or (3) Visual Basic Specialization SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) *CIS 180 Introduction to Visual Basic Programming (4) Child Care Elective (3) *CIS 181 Advanced Visual Basic Programming (4) *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in *CIS 184 Visual Basic Programming III (4) this catalog. *CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ Programming, or *CIS 240 Introduction to Java Programming (4)
General Education Course Requirements: (15 credits) Requirements: (15 credits) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) Computer Careers *ENG 103 Composition II, or *ENG 105 Business Communication, or *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing (3) COMPUTERSAND *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Speech, or SPH 141 Business and Professional Speech (3) INFORMATIONSYSTEMS #2700 *MTH 120 College Algebra, or *MTH 160 Topics From Finite Mathematics, or Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - *MTH 220 Elements of Statistics (3 - 4) 65 credits BUS 170 Intro to Organizational Behavior, or PSY 170 General Psychology, or Program contact: Division of Business/Computers & SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) Information Systems, *Course has a prerequisite - refer to course description section in this (815) 921-3101 catalog.
Program overview Certificates C/C++ Programming/2735 (15 credits) Graduates of this program learn the complexities of com- *CIS 251 Systems Analysis and Design (3) puter software, hardware, and programming processes to *CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (4) enable them to be successful in the workplace. For those *CIS 277 Advanced C/C++ Programming (4) who decide to pursue a bachelor’s degree, the Computers *CIS 279 Visual C/C++ Programming (4) and Information Systems program offers courses that can Visual Basic Programming/2745 (15 credits) be successfully transferred to baccalaureate institutions. *CIS 180 Introduction to Visual Basic Programming (4) Work and employment *CIS 181 Advanced Visual Basic Programming (4) Although many graduates of the program begin work as *CIS 184 Visual Basic Programming III (4) entry-level programmers, opportunities are also available *CIS 251 Systems Analysis and Design (3) as a programmer/analyst, technical support specialist, PC CIS Electives (10 credits) specialist, operations specialist, and in database support. With the approval of the Business/CIS/EAT associate dean, select courses with any of the following prefixes: CIS, PCT, or WEB. The Business/CIS Division also offers degrees in Web site development, networking, and PC skills. For information *Course has a prerequsite-refer to course description section in this on these A.A.S. degrees, please see the Web Information catalog. Technology, the Personal Computer Technical Specialist, and the Personal Computer Information Specialist pro- grams elsewhere in this catalog. 53 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L PERSONALCOMPUTERTECHNICAL DATAASSURANCE SPECIALIST ANDITSECURITY #3775 CONTENTS The Personal Computer Technical Specialist describes a series of specialized computer-related degree programs in Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – INDEX some of the most in-demand career fields. They include 64 credits Networking Specialist, Cisco Networking (which also has Program contact: Division of Business/Computers & two certificate-level programs) and Data Assurance and Information Systems, (815) 921-3101 IT Security. Program overview The Business/CIS Division also offers degrees in Web site Graduates of this program are prepared for a career in development and programming. For information on these computer network and Internet security. Responsibilities A.A.S. degrees, please see the Web Information include developing information security strategies, per- Technology and the Computer and Information Systems forming analyses, installing security software, monitoring programs elsewhere in this section. network traffic, and developing emergency plans.
Work and employment With the increased concern over computer security NETWORKING SPECIALIST #3700 issues, employers are looking for people with skills in this area. Graduates secure jobs such as security specialists, Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – network specialists, security technicians, security support 64 credits specialists, and security assistants. Program contact: Division of Business/Computers & Information Systems, PC Technical Specialist Course requirements (49 credits) (815) 921-3101 Required for all three degrees (10 credits) CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and Program overview Information Systems (3) Graduates of this program are prepared for professional *WEB 101 Programming Related to the Internet (4) careers in the computing network field. The program PCT 270 Introduction to Unix/Linux (3) PCT Electives (10 credits) takes students from the beginning architectural design With the approval of the Business/CIS Associate Dean, select courses process through installation, configuration, administration with any of the following prefixes: CIS, PCT, or WEB. and tuning of microcomputer network environments. General Education Course Requirements (15 credits) Work and employment *ENG 101 Composition I (3) *ENG 103 Composition II, or Successful graduates have found work as network support *ENG 105 Business Communication, or specialists, software support specialists, network adminis- *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing (3) trators, network specialists, help desk/network support *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Speech, or personnel, and telecommunications specialists. SPH 141 Business and Professional Speech (3) *MTH 120 College Algebra, or *MTH 160 Topics From Finite Mathematics, or *MTH 220 Elements of Statistics (3 - 4) CISCONETWORKING #3750 BUS 170 Human Relations in Business, or PSY 170 General Psychology, or Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) 64 credits Choose one area of specialization (29 credits) Program contact: Division of Business/Computers & Information Systems, Networking Specialist (Microsoft and Novell) #3700 (815) 921-3101 *CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (4) *WEB 102 Advanced Programming Related to the Internet (4) *PCT 262 Computer Service and Repair (3) Program overview *PCT 110 Network Essentials (3) Graduates of the program are prepared to obtain Cisco’s *PCT 112 Windows Server Fundamentals (3) CCNA certification. *PCT 114 NetWare Fundamentals (3) *PCT 210 Introduction to TCP/IP (3) *PCT 290 Special Topics in Networking (3) Work and employment EET 100 Introduction to Electronics (3) Successful graduates have found work as network support specialists, software support specialists, network adminis- CiscoNetworking #3750 trators, and network specialists among others. *CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (4) *PCT 112 Windows Server Fundamentals, or Certificates available *PCT 114 NetWare Fundamentals (3) – Cisco Networking *PCT 120 Cisco Networking I (4) – Cisco Advanced Networking *PCT 122 Cisco Networking II (4) *PCT 124 Cisco Networking III (4) *PCT 126 Cisco Networking IV (4) 54 *PCT 262 Computer Service and Repair (3) EET 100 Introduction to Electronics (3) 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L DATAASSURANCEAND Option B: In this path, students will learn the skills they need TS ITSECURITY #3775 to be a Web programmer, LAN/WAN administrator, systems CONTENTS administrator, or Internet/Intranet systems administrator. *PCT 112 Windows Server Fundamentals, or INDEX *PCT 114 NetWare Fundamentals (3) Work and employment *PCT 120 Cisco Networking I (4) Graduates of this program often work as Web programmers, Web pro- *PCT 122 Cisco Networking II (4) grammer assistants, Web server systems administrators, Web design- *PCT 124 Cisco Networking III (4) ers, or Web media developers. *PCT 126 Cisco Networking IV (4) PCT 130 Introduction to Network Security (3) CIS Division Course Requirements (51 credits) *PCT 132 Advanced Network Security (3) Required for both paths (33 credits) *PCT 275 Cisco Firewall Design (4) CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and Information Systems (3) Certificates *CIS 180 Introduction to Visual Basic Programming, or Cisco Networking/3720 (19 credits) *CIS 240 Introduction to Java Programming, or *CIS 102 Introduction to Computers *CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (4) and Information Systems (3) *CIS 254 Database Programming (4) *PCT 120 Cisco Networking I (4) *PCT 110 Network Essentials (3) *PCT 122 Cisco Networking II (4) *WEB 101 Programming Related to the Internet (4) *PCT 124 Cisco Networking III (4) *WEB 102 Advanced Programming Related to the Internet (4) *PCT 126 Cisco Networking IV (4) *WEB 111 Introduction to Multimedia (3) *WEB 233 Web Programming Using Client-Side Cisco Advanced Networking/3721 (16 credits) Scripting (4) *PCT 220 Cisco Networking V (4) *WEB 230 Web Rapid Application Development, or *PCT 222 Cisco Networking VI (4) *WEB 235 Web Programming Using Server-Side Scripting (4) *PCT 224 Cisco Networking VII (4) *PCT 226 Cisco Networking VIII (4) Choose one area of specialization. Web Site Programming and Design (18 credits) Voice Over IP Certificate/3755 (28 credits) *WEB 112 Advanced Multimedia (3) *PCT 120 Cisco Networking I (4) *WEB 115 Introduction to Digital Imaging (3) *PCT 122 Cisco Networking II (4) *WEB 225 Digital Photography (3) *PCT 124 Cisco Networking III (4) With the approval of the Business/CIS Associate *PCT 126 Cisco Newtorking IV (4) Dean, select courses with any of the following *PCT 116 Voice and Data Cabling (4) prefixes: CIS, PCT, or WEB. (9) *PCT 140 IP Telephony I (4) *PCT 142 IP Telephony II (4) Web Programmer or Internet/Intranet *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in Systems Administrator (18 credits) this catalog. *PCT 112 Windows Server Fundamentals (3) *PCT 270 Introduction to Unix/Linux (3) *PCT 210 Introduction to TCP/IP (3) With the approval of the Business/CIS Associate Dean, select courses WEBINFORMATION with any of the following prefixes: CIS, PCT, or WEB. (9) TECHNOLOGY #3900 General Education Course Requirements (15 credits) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – * ENG 101 Composition I (3) *ENG 103 Composition II, or 66 Credits *ENG 105 Business Communication, or Program contact: Division of Business/Computers & *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing (3) Information Systems *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Speech, or SPH 141 Business and Professional Speech (3) (815) 921-3101 *MTH 120 College Algebra, or *MTH 160 Topics From Finite Mathematics, or The Business/Computers & Information Systems Division *MTH 220 Elements of Statistics (3) also offers degrees in programming and networking. For BUS 170 Intro to Organizational Behavior, or information on these A.A.S. degrees, please see the PSY 170 General Psychology, or SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) Computer and Information Systems and the Personal Computer Technical Specialist programs elsewhere in this *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in catalog. this catalog.
Program overview Graduates of this program are prepared for a career in Web site programming and support. Thus, students will not only be able to design Web pages, but apply technical specifications to bring them to life. There are two paths in this program suited to different career interests.
Option A: This path prepares students to be a Web pro- grammer, Web designer, Webmaster, or graphics designer.
55 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L CRIMINALJUSTICE #7800 General Education Course Requirements: (24 credits) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) CONTENTS SPH 201 Interpersonal Communications (3) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – PSC 160 American National Government (3) 69 credits PSC 161 State and Local Government (3) INDEX Limited transferability PSY 170 General Psychology (3) SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) Program contact: Division of Allied Health and Human *SOC 291 Criminology (3) Services, (815) 921-3200 FWS 265 Personal Fitness and Wellness (3) *Course has a prerequisite--refer to course description section in this catalog. Program overview +CRM Program courses that are typically accepted for transfer. Graduates of this program are qualified to enter most local and state law enforcement agencies and private security firms. With experience and additional training or DENTALHYGIENE #5100 education, there are opportunities for graduates to advance into areas of specialization and management. Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – 81 credits Work and employment Opportunities include positions in law enforcement, crime Limited transferability prevention, probation, corrections, court records, commu- Program contact: Dental Hygiene program office, nications/dispatch, and security/loss prevention. (815) 921-3235
More about the program Program overview It is important for students to consider their career goals Graduates of this program have acquired skills to provide when they begin course work for the Criminal Justice pro- care that supports optimal oral health, including educa- gram. Since the degree is also designed for limited trans- tional, clinical, and therapeutic services. Skills are mas- fer to select four-year schools, future educational plans tered through classroom, laboratory, and clinical experi- should be considered when building course schedules. ences to provide well-rounded career preparation. Some students have career and academic plans that are more directed towards transfer to a four-year school to Work and employment earn a Bachelor’s degree in a Criminal Justice related A career in dental hygiene offers opportunities in multiple field. For these students completion of RVC’s Criminal settings. Hygienists are part of a dental health team, Justice A.A.S. degree may not be the best choice. Instead, working under the direction of a licensed dentist. Dental these students should consider completion of an hygienists can work in private dental offices, where they Associate of Arts degree at Rock Valley College, using perform many critical services that detect, prevent, and selected transferable courses from the CRM curriculum as treat diseases. They also work in hospitals or nursing electives toward the degree. Courses from the Criminal homes, extended care facilities, schools, correctional facil- Justice A.A.S. curriculum that are transferable to a four- ities, health maintenance organizations, and other set- year degree are indicated with the symbol “+” in the pro- tings, including higher education institutions where they gram curriculum description that follows. For more infor- serve as faculty members. mation about the Criminal Justice program, contact the Division of Allied Health and Human Services at (815) Professional credential and program accreditation 921-3200. Graduates are eligible to take board exams that lead to state licensure. The program is fully accredited by the Criminal Justice Course Requirements: (45 credits) Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) under the *CRM 105 Police Report Writing (3) auspices of the American Dental Association (ADA). +CRM 120 Criminal Investigation (3) CRM 125 Criminal Procedure and Civil Rights (3) CRM 127 Ethics in Law Enforcement (3) Admission to the program +CRM 225 Juvenile Procedures (3) Admission is selective and competitive. Prerequisite CRM 281 Rules of Evidence (3) course work in chemistry, biology, and mathematics is *CRM 282 Interviews and Interrogations (3) required. Application to the program involves advance +CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and Information Systems (3) planning to ensure the right prerequisites are taken. The *HSR 140 Survey of Psychiatric Rehabilitation (3) Dental Hygiene program holds informational sessions that cover prerequisites and other important information. Electives: Select 18 credits from the following: Attendance of a session is required to receive an applica- +CRM 101 Introduction to Law Enforcement (3) tion packet for the program. For details on information CRM 102 Introduction to Probation and Parole (3) CRM 103 Introduction to Corrections (3) sessions, call the Dental Hygiene program office at (815) CRM 104 Introduction to Private Security (3) 921-3235. +CRM 210 Criminal Law (3) *CRM 260 Police Organization and Administration (3) CRM 271 Patrol Procedures (3) CRM 283 Special Topics in Police Science (3) *CRM 291 Internship (1-6) 56 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L Dental Hygiene admission policies Dental Hygiene admission process TS Admission to the Dental Hygiene program is by one of two Application requirements CONTENTS categories, high school graduate or college transfer student. Admission to the Dental Hygiene program requires that The high school graduate criteria are for applicants who have applicants submit the following: INDEX completed all of the program’s prerequisite courses while in 1. Official application for admission to Rock Valley College. high school and who have not taken any other college course 2. Official application for Allied Health Careers, Dental work prior to applying for the program. The college transfer Hygiene. criteria are for applicants who have taken college-level 3. High school transcripts or GED scores. coursework since graduating high school. Applicants are 4. Official transcripts from colleges attended other than RVC. reviewed for admission based on the following criteria: 5. Official ACT scores. (High school graduate criteria only) 1. High school graduate criteria: 6. Documentation of dental hygiene observation submit- a. Graduation from a recognized high school with a ted on official letterhead. grade average of 2.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale). All documentation, transcripts, and dental hygiene obser- b. ACT requirement: Students requesting applica- vation must be mailed directly to the college from the tion to the program with no previous college cred- official agency or college. its (less than 15 credit hours) must submit ACT scores. A minimum composite score of 19 on the Admission procedure ACT is required for review of the application. The following policies will be followed in reviewing all c. The following college-level prerequisites must be applicants for admission to the Dental Hygiene program. completed no later than the end of the summer 1. A completed application and other required documents semester prior to starting the program in the fall: must be submitted to the Dental Hygiene program office BIO 281, CHM 110 & 210, ENG 101 and ENG on or before February 15 in order for an applicant to be 103. considered for the next fall term. The Dental Hygiene 2. College transfer student criteria: Office will stamp all application materials with the date of a. Post-secondary credit hours: Completion of 15 receipt. Only completed applications are reviewed for semester hours of college credit with a college grade admission. Students are notified of admission within 10 point average of 2.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale). weeks of the admission deadline. b. Prerequisite course GPA: Completion of eight 2. The Dental Hygiene Standards Committee reviews all semester hours of college credit in biology with a applications where the applicant meets admission grade point average of 2.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale). requirements. Selection for admission to the Dental Approved courses in biology include: Biology 281, Hygiene program is competitive and is based upon the Biology 282, and Biology 274 or an equivalent Criteria for Admission to the Dental Hygiene program. course as approved by Rock Valley College. Admission criteria are weighted with preference given 3. Chemistry requirement: Chemistry 110 and 210 at to the following: Rock Valley College, or its equivalent, with at least a a. ACT score of 21 or above. (High school graduate minimum grade of “C.” criteria only) 4. Math requirement: Completion of one year of high b. Grade point average of 3.0 or above in biology school algebra with at least a minimum grade of “C” or courses. completion of Math 092 or as required to meet CHM c. Grade of “B” or higher in English 101 and CHM prerequisite at Rock Valley College, or its equivalent, 110/210. with at least a minimum grade of “C.” d. Number of courses completed in the general 5. English requirement: English 101 at Rock Valley education requirements for the program includ- College, or its equivalent with at least a minimum grade ing Speech 131, Psychology 170, Sociology 190, of “C.” and English 103. 6. Placement test scores: Completion of the Rock Valley 3. All courses required for the Dental Hygiene program College placement tests in math, English, and reading. must be completed with a grade of “C” or better to be with satisfactory scores. See p. 13 admitted to the program. Course requirements in the 7. Dental Hygiene observation: Observation of a dental sciences will only be accepted for meeting program hygienist, in a dental office for four hours. Documentation requirements if completed within five years of the first should by on official professional letterhead stationary term of enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program. and mailed directly to the Dental Hygiene Program 4. Cooperative Community Colleges: Qualified applicants from the dentist office. In addition, you will also be who are residents in a district with a cooperative agree- required to spend 4 consecutive hours observing in the ment with Rock Valley College are admitted to the pro- RVC Dental Hygiene Clinic. (Call 815-921-3235 to gram. Admission slots for the cooperating institutions schedule.) are determined by a review of open dental hygiene 8. Dental Hygiene information session: Applicants positions in the northern Illinois region. must attend an information session on the Dental 5. Re-application: Applicants reviewed and not admitted Hygiene program, one hour in length within 18 months to the program for one starting class are responsible for of the February 15th deadline for applying for admis- reactivating and updating their application file for sub- sion. This session is by appointment only and must be sequent starting classes. Only an applicant who returns completed prior to the application deadline for the a signed Letter of Intent form will be considered for admission in the following year. term of admission. 57 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L 6. Advance placement: Students requesting admission as an advance placement will be considered for admission as Engineering Careers CONTENTS space is available in the program. Advance placement stu- dents are reviewed on the basis of the following criteria: INDEX a. The American Dental Association Commission on ELECTRONICENGINEERING Accreditation accredits the previous program TECHNOLOGY #8400 attended. b. The student GPA in all dental hygiene courses Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – previously completed is 3.0 or better. 66 credits c. Previous enrollment is not more than three years Program contact: Division of Engineering and from the date of anticipated enrollment in the Technology, (815) 921-3101. Rock Valley College Dental Hygiene program. d. Course work received in transfer is evaluated as Program overview equivalent to Rock Valley College Dental Graduates of the EET program have the necessary skills to Hygiene courses. Validation of previous didactic use electronic test equipment to make measurements, and clinical course work may be required. understand electrical schematics and blueprints, analyze electronic circuits and understand fundamental design con- Standard for progression in the program cepts, relate the principles of electrical circuits to hydraulic Students are required to earn at least a minimum grade of circuits and pneumatics. The graduates are ready to sup- “C” in each course in the Dental Hygiene program of study. port manufacturing, design test equipment, produce and test products, and to assist in product development. Failure to do so will prevent a student from taking later courses in the program or from graduating. Work and employment Successful graduates secure positions as test equipment Dental Hygiene Course Requirements: (54 credits) designers, quality assurance and reliability specialists, sales *DNT 102 Preventive Dental Hygiene (1) *DNT 104 Dental Anatomy, Histology and Embryology (3) and service professionals, telecom technicians, medical equip- *DNT 106 Head and Neck Anatomy (3) ment experts, or as part of a manufacturing support team. *DNT 108 Pre-Clinical Dental Hygiene (4) *DNT 110 Nutrition and Biochemistry (2) Hands-on learning *DNT 112 Clinical Dental Hygiene I (2) Most EET classes include a hands-on laboratory compo- *DNT 113 Dental Hygiene Theory I (2) *DNT 114 General and Oral Pathology (3) nent taught by instructors with industrial experience. You *DNT 116 Dental Radiology (3) will learn how to use electronic test equipment like oscil- *DNT 118 Dental Pharmacology (2) loscopes, function generators, and digital multi-meters. *DNT 120 Introduction to Periodontics I (2) *DNT 210 Dental Materials (3) Transfer opportunities *DNT 212 Clinical Interim (2) *DNT 213 Introduction to Dental Hygiene Research (1) Graduates have the option to pursue a baccalaureate from *DNT 214 Periodontics II (2) Northern Illinois University and other select universities. *DNT 215 Pain Management in Dental Hygiene Practice (3) Certificates available *DNT 216 Clinical Dental Hygiene II (4) – Basics Electronics Certificate *DNT 217 Dental Hygiene Theory II (1) *DNT 218 Dental Ethics, Jurisprudence – Electronics and Practice Management (2) Course Requirements: (50 credits) *DNT 220 Community Dental Health (3) Core requirements: (50 credits) *DNT 224 Clinical Dental Hygiene III (4) EET 125 Electronic Fabrications Skills (2) *DNT 225 Dental Hygiene Theory III (2) *EET 135 Digital Electronics (4) *EET 141 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics I (4) General Education Course Requirements: (27 credits) *EET 142 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics II (4) *BIO 281 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) *EET 240 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics III (4) *ENG 103 Composition II (3) *EET 251 Microcontrollers & Interfacing (4) *BIO 282 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4) *EET 254 Robotics & Automated Systems (3) *BIO 274 Microbiology (4) *EET 282 Capstone Project (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) *EET 298 EET Seminar (3) *SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) MET 111 CNC Machining (3) *PSY 170 General Psychology (3) MET 100 Intro CAD & Blueprint Reading (3) Electives: Select 3 credits from Humanities. *MET 146 Hydraulics, Pneumatics, & PLCs (3) MET 162 Applied Physics (4) *Course has a prerequisite--refer to course description section in this Electives: Select 6 credits from the following: catalog. *EET 168 Electronic Engineering Cooperative community colleges are Blackhawk Technical College, Technology Internship, or (1-6) Elgin Community College, Kishwaukee College, Highland Community *EET 219 Fundamentals of Electric College, Illinois Valley Community College, McHenry County College Motors and Controls, or (3) and Sauk Valley Community College. EET 231 Transform Circuit Analysis (4) *EET 239 Programmable LogicControllers (PLCs), or (3) *EET 242 Sensors, Transducers, and 58 Signal Conditioning, or 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L *EET 245 Control Systems, or (3) Work and employment TS *EET 261 Advanced Microcontrollers, or (3) Those who successfully complete the Electrician Apprentice CONTENTS *EET 265 Audio Electronic Systems, or (3) program are employed as residential or commercial wire- *EET 275 Wireless Electronics, or (3) *EET 285 Introduction to Digital men, linemen, and/or advanced journeypersons. INDEX Signal Processing, or (3) *EET 299 Special Topics in Electronic Cooperative partners involved Engineering Technology, or (1-6) Both the National Electrical Contractors Association and *EGR 101 Introduction to Engineering (2) the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers rec- General Education Course Requirements: (16 credits) ognize, sponsor, and support this program to provide the *ENG 101 Composition I (3) highly-skilled workforce necessary to meet customer *ENG 110 Technical Writing (3) needs and ensure job satisfaction for electrical workers. *MTH 125 Plane Trigonometry, or (3) *MTH 132 Precalculus Mathematics, or (5) Applying for the program *MTH 100 Technical Mathematics (5) Science Electives: Select 4 credits from the following: Students interested in applying for the program need to PHY 201 Mechanics and Heat, or (4) go through a selection process established by the JATC CHM 120 General Chemistry I, or (4) Local Union 364. For more information, call the Technical BIO 103 Introductory Life Science and (3) Programs Office at (815) 921-3003. BIO 104 Intro Life Science Laboratory, or (1) BIO 106 Environmental Science and (3) BIO 107 Environmental Science Lab (1) Certificate available General Education Elective: Select 3 credits from the Liberal Arts – Electrician Apprenticeship Certificate Area (Example: ART, ECO, ENG, SOC, etc.) Electrician Apprenticeship *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in Course Requirements: (49 credits) this catalog. ELC 120 Introduction to Apprenticeship (4) *ELC 121 Electrical Theory and Code (4) *ELC 122 Lighting and Transformers (4) Certificates *ELC 123 Motors and Wiring Systems (4) Basic Electronics Certificate EET/8401 (50 credits) *ELC 243 Alternating Current (4) EET 125 Electronic Fabrication Skills (2) *ELC 244 Electronics Circuitry (4) *EET 135 Digital Electronics (4) *ELC 245 Motor Control (4) *EET 141 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics I (4) *ELC 246 Power Controls (4) *EET 142 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics II (4) *ELC 247 Advanced Studies I (4) *EET 240 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics III (4) *ELC 248 Advanced Studies II (4) *EET 251 Microcontrollers & Interfacing (4) *ELC 249 Electrician Internship I (repeat one time) (1) *EET 254 Robotics & Automated Systems (3) *ELC 250 Electrician Internship II (repeat one time) (1) *EET 282 Capstone Project (3) *ELC 251 Electrician Internship III (repeat one time) (1) *EET 298 EET Seminar (3) *FWS 245 CPR and AED (1) EET Elective (3) WLD 180 Independent Study in Welding (2) EET Elective (3) MET 111 CNC Machining (3) General Education Course Requirements: (15 credits) MET 100 Intro CAD & Blueprint Reading (3) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) *MET 146 Hydraulics, Pneumatics, & PLCs (3) *ENG 103 Composition II, or * MET 162 Applied Physics (4) *ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Speech, or Electronics Certificate EET/8414 (27 credits) SPH 141 Business and Professional Speech (3) EET 125 Electronic Fabrication Skills (2) BUS 170 Human Relations in Business (3) *EET 135 Digital Electronics (4) *MTH 100 Technical Mathematics, or (5) *EET 141 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics I (4) *MTH 160 Topics in Finite Mathematics, or (3) *EET 142 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics II (4) *MTH 125 Plane Trigonometry (3) MET 111 CNC Machining (3) MET 100 Intro CAD & Blueprint Reading (3) *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in *MET 146 Hydraulics, Pneumatics, & PLCs (3) this catalog. *MET 162 Applied Physics (4) Certificate Electrician Apprenticeship/9913 ELECTRICIAN APPRENTICESHIP #9900 Core Requirements: (42 credits) ELC 120 Introduction to Apprenticeship (4) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – *ELC 121 Electrical Theory and Code (4) 64 credits *ELC 122 Lighting and Transformers (4) *ELC 123 Motors and Wiring Systems (4) Transferable degree *ELC 243 Alternating Current (4) *ELC 244 Electronics Circuitry (4) Program contact: Division of Technical Programs, *ELC 245 Motor Control (4) (815) 921-3003 *ELC 246 Power Controls (4) Program overview *ELC 247 Advanced Studies I (4) *ELC 248 Advanced Studies II (4) The Electrician Apprentice program consists of a series of WLD 180 Independent Study in Welding (2) technical core courses covering the required classroom- related instruction for people who wish to become jour- *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in neyman electrical workers. The program requires a mini- this catalog. mum of 800 hours of related instruction and 8,000 hours 59 of on-the-job training. 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L FLUID POWER TECHNOLOGY #7611 Industrial Computer Systems Course Requirements: (40 credits) CONTENTS Required courses: (31 credits) Certificate CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and Program contact: Division of Technical Programs, Information Systems (3) INDEX (815) 921-3000 *CIS 180 Introduction to Visual Basic Programming, or *CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (4) *EET 141 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics I (4) Program overview *EET 142 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics II (4) Graduates of this 12-credit certificate program are pre- *EET 240 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics III (4) pared in the basic areas of hydraulics and pneumatics *EET 135 Digital Electronics (4) technology. Fluid power technicians are adept in the *EET 125 Electronics Fabrications Skills (2) *MET 146 Hydraulics, Pneumatics & PLCs (3) operation, maintenance, repair, and testing of fluid power *PCT 110 Networking Essentials, or (3) equipment or components in factory settings. *PCT 120 Cisco Networking I (4) Electives: (9 credits) Work and employment With the approval of the Engineering and Technology Associate Fluid Power opportunities exist in industry as well as in Dean, select courses with any of the following prefixes: CIS, PCT or EET. (6) agriculture, aerospace, biomedical, and construction trades. With the approval of the Engineering & Technology Associate Dean, Fluid Power Certificate Requirements (12 credits) select a course with the PCT prefix. (3) FLD 100 Introduction to Fluid Power (3) *FLD 115 Hydraulic Components and Circuits (3) General Education Course Requirements: (25 credits) *FLD 120 Fundamentals of Pneumatics (3) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) *FLD 140 Fluid Power Circuits and Systems (3) *ENG 103 Composition II (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in *MTH 160 Topics in Finite Math (3) this catalog. BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) *BUS 223 Business Statistics (3) CHM 120 General Chemistry I (4) INDUSTRIALCOMPUTER PSY 170 General Psychology (3) SYSTEMS #4000 *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog. Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – 65 credits Program contact: Division of Engineering and MANUFACTURINGENGINEERING Technology, (815) 921-3101 TECHNOLOGY #8800 Program overview Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – Graduates of this program have developed the knowledge, 65 credits communication skills and management ability to interface with and between a variety of manufacturing or other Program contact: Division of Engineering and industry professionals. The graduates are prepared for a Technology, (815) 921-3101 position that maintains, repairs or installs machinery in factories, stores, or health care facilities. ICS graduates Program overview understand electronics for technical support, program- Today’s manufacturing is impacted by global competition ming in order to correct and modify source code, and net- forcing the need to accelerate product design and devel- working in order to mitigate and expand networks. opment. Graduates of this program are prepared for inter- disciplinary careers in high-tech manufacturing and Work and employment industrial technology. The areas of emphasis are modern Graduates of this program might work any place where design methods, production, and continuous improve- machinery exists. ICS graduates have the training and ment techniques. knowledge to install, maintain and repair machines of all types. Work and employment In addition to the areas of product design, 3D CAD mod- Transfer opportunities eling, process planning, production scheduling, quality Graduates interested in pursuing their baccalaureate technician, and CNC programming and operation, a grad- degree in this field may transfer to Illinois State uate of this degree may assume responsibilities in auto- University. Students interested in this option should con- mated production, technical sales, and problem solving in tact Illinois State University early in their college career. many other areas of today’s dynamic world of manufac- turing.
Important Information Graduates of this program are qualified and encouraged to pursue the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) 60 Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) certification. 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L Transfer opportunities Basic Quality #8830 (18 credits) TS This program provides the first two years of an engineer- MET 110 Manufacturing Processes I (3) CONTENTS ing technology baccalaureate program. Graduates may MET 100 Introductory CAD and Print Reading (3) MET 102 Methods of Statistical Process Control (SPC) (3) transfer with articulated credit to universities such as MET 106 Metrology (3) INDEX Bradley University, Northern Illinois University, Illinois MET 243 Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing (3) State University, MSOE, Southern Illinois University and MET 237 Design of Experiments, or (4) UW Platteville. MTH 220 Elements of Statistics (3)
Certified Manufacturing Associate #8840 (13 credits) Program Contact: MET 110 Manufacturing Processes I (3) Division of Engineering and Technology, (815) 921-3101. MET 100 Introductory CAD and Print Reading (3) MET 106 Metrology (3) Manufacturing Engineering Technology MET 120 CNC Machine Setup and Operations (2) Core Course Requirements: (41 credits) MET 121 Fundamentals of CNC Programming (2) * MET 110 Manufacturing Processes I (3) MET 111 CNC Machine Setup/Operation/Programming (3) Laser Processes/8850 (ICCB approval pending) (22 credits) MET 243 Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing (3) WLD 151 Fundamentals of Welding Theory (3) MET 100 Introductory CAD and Print Reading (3) MET 100 Introductory CAD and Print Reading (3) * MET 105 Materials and Processes (3) MET 105 Materials and Processes (3) MET 133 Graphics/SolidWorks CAD I (3) MET 162 Applied Physics (4) * MET 146 Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and PLCs (3) MET 115 Introduction to Laser Processes (3) * MET 162 Applied Physics (4) MET 215 Laser Processes I (3) * MET 217 Statics (3) MET 225 Laser Processes II (3) * MET 218 Strength of Materials (3) * EET 141 DC/AC Circuits & Electronics I (4) * EET 254 Robotics and Automated Systems (3) FIRESCIENCE #7500 * MET 106 Metrology (3) Students must select one of the following areas of emphasis: (9 credits) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – Mechanical Design 64 credits * MET 220 Mechanisms (3) Limited transferability * MET 221 Machine Design (3) * MET 249 Manufacturing Capstone Project (3) Program contact: Division of Allied Health and Human OR Services, (815) 921-3200 Automated Production * MET 226 CNC/CAM Operations I (3) * MET 247 Mfg. Methods, Process Planning and Systems (3) Program overview * MET 249 Manufacturing Capstone Project (3) Few careers may be as physically challenging—but deeply * Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description rewarding as fire service. The tragic events of September section in this catalog. 11, 2001 have inspired many college students to enter the fire service and has renewed a great interest in the Fire General Education Course Requirements: (15 credits) * ENG 101 Composition I (3) Science Program. Ever changing technologies and fire- * ENG 103 Composition II, or fighting tactics make the fire service a dynamic and exciting ENG 110 Introductory Technical Writing (3) career. The Fire Science program at RVC offers two * MTH 125 Plane Trigonometry, or (3) learning options for students: MTH 132 Pre-calculus Mathematics, or (5) – Non-internship option: Intended for experienced fire- MTH 100 Technical Mathematics (5) SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) fighters who wish to earn a college degree. MTH xxx Mathematics Elective – Internship option: Aimed at college students with no firefighting experience, this option includes classroom Certificates instruction, firefighting training at a special training facility, CAD #8810 (15 credits) and an internship experience with a fire department. MET 110 Manufacturing Processes I (3) MET 100 Introductory CAD and Print Reading (3) MET 108 Computer Drafting using AutoCAD (3) Work and employment MET 133 Graphics/SolidWorks CAD I (3) Graduates have secured positions in fire protection and MET 233 Graphics/SolidWorks CAD II, or prevention, firefighting, dispatch/communications, fire MET 118 Intermediate AutoCAD – Production Drafting (3) equipment manufacturing and sales, and volunteer fire CNC #8820 (18 credits) protection. With additional training, graduates can enter the MET 110 Manufacturing Processes I (3) specialties of fire inspection and insurance investigation. MET 111 CNC Machine Setup/Operation/Programming, or (3) Since job opportunities can be competitive, students MET 120 CNC Machine Setup/Operation, and (2) should have the flexibility to relocate if necessary. MET 121 Fundamentals of CNC Manual Programming (2) MET 100 Introductory CAD and Print Reading (3) MET 133 Graphics/SolidWorks CAD I (3) More about the program MET 226 CNC/CAM Operations I (3) Hiring practices for fire service are mandated by civil service MET 240 CNC/CAM Operations II (3) legislation. Education is not a guarantee for employment, though educational points are awarded in Illinois for can- didates who successfully complete the civil service process and possess an A.A.S. degree in Fire Science. For more information, contact the program office at (815) 921-3200. 61 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Certificates available: Firefighting Tactics & Fire – Firefighting Tactics and Fire Equipment Equipment/7523 (9 credits) CONTENTS – Fire Service FRE 102 Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) (3) – Fire Officer I FRE 216 Tactics and Strategy I (3) – Fire Tactics FRE 217 Tactics and Strategy II (3) INDEX – Fire Protection and Prevention – Fire Protection and Tactics Fire Officer I/7531 (15 credits) FRE 206 Management I (3) Fire Science Core Requirements (18 credit hours) FRE 207 Management II (3) All students, regardless of whether they are going to fol- FRE 208 Fire Prevention Principles (3) low Sequence A or Sequence B below, must meet these FRE 216 Tactics and Strategy I (3) core course requirements for the degree. FRE 218 Instructor I (3) FRE 101 Introduction to Fire Protection (3) FRE 102 Fire Apparatus Engineer (3) Fire Protection & Prevention/7521 (6 credits) *FRE 103 Hazardous Materials Operations (3) FRE 101 Introduction to Fire Protection (3) FRE 118 Building Construction for Fire Protection (3) FRE 208 Fire Prevention Principles (3) *FRE 206 Management I (3) FRE 208 Fire Prevention Principles (3) Fire Protection & Tactics/7518 (6 credits) FRE 101 Introduction to Fire Protection (3) Sequence A: Non-Internship Option FRE 216 Tactics and Strategy I (3) Intended for fire service personnel *FRE 207 Management II (3) Fire Tactics/7515 (6 credits) *FRE 216 Tactics and Strategy I (3) FRE 207 Management II (3) *FRE 218 Instructor I (3) FRE 216 Tactics and Strategy I (3) Electives: 12 credit hours of Fire Science
Sequence B: Internship Option FITNESS,WELLNESS Intended for traditional college students ANDSPORT #9000 *FRE 180 Essentials of Firefighting I (3) *FRE 181 Essentials of Firefighting II (3) (ICCB Approval Pending – new program coming in Spring *FRE 182 Essentials of Firefighting III (3) 2010) *FRE 240 Fire Protection Internship (3) Electives: 9 credit hours of Fire Science Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – 64 credits Fire Science Electives FRE 106 Rescue Practices (3) Program Overview *FRE 112 Vehicle/Machinery Rescue Operations (3) The Fitness, Wellness & Sport degree is designed to provide *FRE 210 Fire Investigation (3) the first two years of a four year baccalaureate program in *FRE 217 Tactics and Strategy II (3) sport and recreation management and exercise science. FRE 219 Instructor II (3) Majors in the career paths related to Fitness, Wellness, & *FRE 220 Management III (3) Sport areas study anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, FRE 225 Management IV (3) nutrition, methods of teaching and coaching, motor learn- *FRE 223 Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (9) ing, sports psychology, sports sociology, and the history *FRE 250 Special Topics in Fire Science (1-4) of sport and physical education. Repeatable up to 4 credits Work and Employment General Education – 25 credits Students that pursue a degree in Fitness, Wellness & Required General Education Courses (16 credits) Sport will have the opportunity for employment in ele- *ENG 101 Composition I (3) mentary or secondary school districts, sport and fitness *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) organizations, professional sport teams, university-based PSY 170 General Psychology or (3) sport and fitness programs, hospitals, and community- SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology based health promotion. 4 credit hour Physical Sciences and Life Sciences requirement (4) Select one course from the Life Sciences or Physical Sciences. Two A.A.S. Program Options: The course must have a lab. Note: CHM 105 is strongly recommended. • Exercise Science *MTH 100 Technical Mathematics or greater (3) • Sport Management *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog. Two Certificates: • Coaching Education (IHSA Endorsed) Elective General Education Courses – 9 credits total from the • Personal Training (NSCA Recognized) following area(s): CIS 102; Humanities; Social Science; Mathematics; Physical Science; Program contact: Division of Fitness, Wellness, & Sport Life Science; Fitness, Wellness and Sport; or English. (815) 921-3801 Please contact the Division Office for curriculum and fur- Certificates/Mini-Certificates ther information about this program. Fire Service/7501 (27 credits) FRE 101 Introduction to Fire Protection (3) FRE 102 Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) (3) FRE 103 Hazardous Materials Operations (3) FRE 112 Roadway Extrication Specialist (3) FRE 206 Management I (3) FRE 207 Management II (3) FRE 208 Fire Prevention Principles (3) 62 FRE 210 Fire Investigation (3) FRE 216 Tactics and Strategy I (3) 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L GRAPHICARTS TS Graphic Arts Careers TECHNOLOGY #8225 CONTENTS
Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – Option B Graphic Design INDEX 67 credits Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – Program contact: Division of Engineering and 67 credits Technology, (815) 921-3101 Program contact: Division of Engineering and Technology, (815) 921-3101 Program overview Students in the program are prepared for a variety of jobs Program overview in the printing and publishing industry and related fields In the Graphic Design program, you will study the concepts of graphic arts. The graphic arts industry is a major of drawing and design, typography, color theory, print employer in Illinois and according to the Printing Industry processes, digital photography, illustration, page layout, of Illinois/Indiana, in the metro Chicago area there are marketing and advertising. In addition, you will learn to 2,423 printing establishments that employ nearly 61,000 work within budget and time constraints, prepare elec- people. The annual sales of these companies total more tronic files for printing, choose appropriate printing and than $8,270,000,000. (9/2006) paper supplies, interpret and evaluate criticism of design and present a creative rationale to a client. The Graphic Arts Technology Program focuses on devel- oping students with a well rounded education encompass- Work and employment ing both the creative and technical aspects of the industry The Graphic Design program prepares students for entry- with a focus on the digital production techniques that are level positions such as graphic designer, graphic artist or changing the world of media delivery. production artist.
GRAPHICARTS Graphic Arts Technology Course Requirements: TECHNOLOGY #8200 Required for both degrees (15 credits) GAT 101 Introduction to Graphic Arts (4) Option A Graphics Arts Technology GAT 110 Introduction to Photoshop (2) GAT 115 Introduction to Illustrator (2) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – GAT 190 Image Generation and Output (2) 67 credits GAT 220 Advanced Photoshop (3) GAT 215 Advanced Illustrator (2) Program contact: Division/Engineering and Technology, (815) 921-3101 Choose one area of specialization: Graphic Arts #8200 (36 credits) Program overview GAT 178 Introduction to Desktop Publishing (3) Practical learning experiences are offered in areas of GAT 180 Introduction to Press Operation (4) design, layout and typography, production processes, GAT 241 Intermediate Desktop Publishing (4) variable data manipulation, estimating, and screen print- GAT 280 Press Operation II (4) GAT 290 Finishing and Bindery Operations (3) ing. Students gain in-depth experience working with text GAT 242 Advanced Desktop Publishing (3) and images, page layout, specifying paper and ink selec- GAT 255 Color System Management (3) tion, process color and Pantone spot colors, job estimat- GAT 260 Estimating for Graphic Arts Production (3) ing and business practices, and offset press operation, as GAT 168 Graphic Arts Internship, or well as binding and finishing choices. GAT Elective (6) BUS 101 Introduction to Business, or MKT 260 Principles of Marketing (3) Work and employment Program graduates secure jobs in desktop publishing, electronic imaging, press operations, sales and customer service. Skills taught can also be useful for professionals in marketing, and in-house communication.
63 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Graphic Design #8225 (36 credits) More about the program ART 101 Drawing and Composition I (3) HSR 101 – Introduction to Human Services and ENG 101 – CONTENTS ART 102 Drawing and Composition II (3) Composition I must be taken prior to or concurrently with ART 103 Design I (3) enrollment in other Human Services courses. The HSR INDEX ART 104 Color Theory, or GAT 255 Color System Management (3) 101 prerequisite may be waived for students who wish to BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) take a HSR course as a general elective, for professional GAT 150 Typography (2) development, or for personal interest and who are not GAT 168 Graphic Arts Internship, or pursuing the AAS in Human Services. For details, call the GAT Elective, or ART Elective (3) program chair’s office at (815) 921-3253. GAT 178 Introduction to Desktop Publishing (3) GAT 241 Intermediate Desktop Publishing (4) GAT 242 Advanced Desktop Publishing (3) Certificate available: MKT 260 Principles of Marketing (3) – Substance Abuse Counseling WEB 225 Digital Photography (3) Human Services Course Requirements: (42 credits) General Education HSR 101 Introduction to Human Services (3) Course Requirements: (16 credits) * HSR 102 Introduction to Group Processes (3) Required for both degrees * HSR 110 Survey of Counseling Theories (3) ENG 101 Composition (3) * HSR 120 Introduction to Development Disabilities (3) MTH 115 General Education Mathematics, or * HSR 140 Survey of Psychiatric Rehabilitation (3) MTH 120 College Algebra (3) * HSR 201 Interpersonal Behavior (3) ENG 103 Composition and Literature, or * HSR 203 Family Services (3) SPH 131 Fundamentals of Composition (3) * HSR 205 Field Placement I (4) BIO 106 Environmental Science and (3) * HSR 206 Field Placement II (2) BIO 107 Environmental Science Lab (1) * HSR 211 Interviewing Techniques (3) PSY 170 General Psychology, or * HSR 250 Special Topics in Human Services (3) SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) Electives: Select 9 credits from the following: CRM 125 Criminal Procedures and Civil Rights (3) FWS 235 Alcohol and Drug Education (3) Certificate Prepress/8201 (23 credits) CRM 225 Juvenile Procedures (3) GAT 101 Introduction to Graphic Arts (4) * HSR 231 Substance Abuse Treatment (4) GAT 110 Introduction to Photoshop (2) * HSR 232 Substance Abuse Rules and Regulations (3) GAT 115 Introduction to Illustrator (2) * HSR 250 Special Topics in Human Services (3) GAT 178 Introduction to Desktop Publishing (3) * HSR 260 Independent Study in Human Services (1-3) GAT 220 Advanced Photoshop (3) GAT 241 Intermediate Desktop Publishing (4) General Education Course Requirements: (24 credits) GAT 242 Advanced Desktop Publishing (3) Requirements: 18 credits GAT 168 Graphic Arts Internship, or * ENG 101 Composition I (3) GAT Elective (2) * SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) PSY 170 General Psychology (3) SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) HUMANSERVICES #5300 * PSY 270 Life-Span Development Psychology, or * SOC 299 Marriage and Family (3) Electives: Select 6 credits Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - * ENG 103 Composition II (3) 66 credits MTH 115 or greater (3-5) Limited transferability Science (AST 202), (BIO 100 or higher), (CHM 105 or higher), Program contact: Division of Allied Health and Human (GEL 101 or higher), Services, (815) 921-3200. (PHY 201 or higher) (3-5) Note: Some courses are not offered every semester/term. Refer to Program overview “Course Descriptions” in this catalog for the semester/term when a Graduates of this program are prepared for jobs as a para- course will be offered. professional in mental health, corrections, and other commu- nity social service agencies dedicated to human service. *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section Course work focuses on learning how to assess, plan, work in this catalog. toward problem resolution, and assist in meeting human needs. It is important to note that the Human Services pro- gram is not preparation for a B.S.W. in Social Work. Although course work transfers to some private four-year schools, program credits do not transfer to state universities.
Work and employment Program graduates typically become generalists in the human services field. They are prepared to work under counselors, psychologists, and social workers in the area of human services. 64 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L Certificate TS Substance Abuse Counseling/5302 (34 credits) Nursing Programs CONTENTS HSR 101 Introduction to Human Services (3) * HSR 102 Introduction to Group Processes (3) INDEX * HSR 110 Survey of Counseling Theories (3) * HSR 201 Interpersonal Behavior (3) ASSOCIATEDEGREENURSING * HSR 203 Family Services (3) PROGRAM #5400 * HSR 205 Field Placement I (4) * HSR 206 Field Placement II (2) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - * HSR 211 Interviewing Techniques (3) * HSR 231 Substance Abuse Treatment (4) 69 credits * HSR 232 Substance Abuse Rules and Regulations (3) Limited transferability FWS 235 Alcohol and Drug Education (3) Program contact: Nursing program office, Note: The HSR 205 Field Placement requirement must involve a (815) 921-3261 practicum in a substance abuse treatment/prevention setting. After registering for HSR 205, practicum sites are arranged by the student Program overview in consultation with the chair of the Human Services program. The registered professional nurse provides nursing care that emphasizes the whole person using the nursing process for individuals, families and groups in the commu- nity. The program of study requires that students with Mass Communication outside responsibilities plan to complete the program in more than two years.
Careers The associate degree in nursing is based upon current nursing practice, including nursing and general education courses. Classroom theory, challenging assignments, skill MEDIAPRODUCTION labs, and clinical experiences will prepare students for an SPECIALIST #3950 entry-level RN position. The program requires maturity for self-pacing in the learning process. Upon successful com- Certificate: 26 credits pletion of the program and demonstrated nursing compe- Program contact: Division of Mass Communication tence, the graduate is eligible to apply for the NCLEX-RN (815) 921-3360 examination to become licensed as a Registered Nurse.
Program overview The LPN Bridge Program is available for Licensed Graduates of this 26-credit certificate program are Practical Nurses (LPNs) to apply for an associate degree prepared to produce a wide range of media projects in nursing at RVC. LPNs must meet the criteria for the including multi-format television programs, commercials, LPN Bridge application review process for the Associate public service announcements, short films, and high quali- Degree nursing program. See the “Admission to the LPN ty audio products. Bridge for the Nursing program” section, which follows.
Work and employment Work and career advancement Certificate graduates can secure jobs such as a Cinematographer, The registered nurse is prepared to work in a variety of Director, Producer, Editor, Sound Engineer, Videographer healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and a variety of other crew positions. physicians’ offices, community health, and home health- care. Graduates are accountable for maintaining clinical Transfer opportunities competence. They practice nursing within the scope and Most of the courses in this certificate program have IAI standards of registered nurse education and are lifelong transfer codes which will aid the student if they decide to professional learners. Graduates are encouraged to seek pursue an associate of arts degree or a four-year degree. opportunities to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through an RN Completion Program. Media Production Certificate Program approval and professional licensure Requirements (26 Credits) COM 130 – Intro to Mass Communication (3) The program is approved by the Illinois Department of COM 156 – Audio Production I (3) Financial and Professional Regulation. Program graduates COM 157 – Video Production II (3) are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN according to the COM 251 – Film History and Appreciation (3) requirements for licensure in the State of Illinois Nursing COM 252 – International History of Film (3) Practice Act. This exam covers four major categories: * COM 257 – Advanced Video Production (3) COM296 – Documentary Video Production, or safe and effective care environment, health promotion * COM 297 – Motion Picture Production (3) and maintenance, psychosocial integrity, and physiologi- COM 298 – Mass Communication Internship (1) cal integrity. Testing in these areas is emphasized along * WEB 101 – Programming Related to the Internet (4) with safe and progressing clinical competence.
* Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog. 65 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Information sessions COLLEGETRANSFERADMISSION Students interested in the nursing program should attend REQUIREMENTS CONTENTS a nursing information session regarding specific admission 1. Transfer credit of 12 or more college credit hours with procedures, requirements, and standards. Call(815) 921- a grade of C or better INDEX 3261 to attend an information session; applications are 2. Admission to Rock Valley College as a degree seeking available when the applicant has completed all admission student requirements. 3. BIO GPA 3.0 for (9 credits); prerequisite GPA 3.0 or better on a 2.0-4.0 scale; cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher. Applicants will need to call (815) 921-2380 to schedule an 4. Current nursing assistant certification (IDPH appointment for an assessment Test of Essential Academic Approved) Skills (TEAS). Transfer applicants should submit all transcripts 5. MTH 094 – Intermediate Algebra II or higher math course with a grade of C or higher to the Rock Valley College Records Office with indica- 6. CHM 110 – General, Organic and Biochemistry I-with a tion of the intent to apply to the nursing program. grade of C or better 7. Completion of BIO 185 Foundations of Anatomy & Associate Degree Nursing program Physiology or BIO 281/282 Human Anatomy & Application and admission policies Nursing program admission is competitive. Selection for Physiology I, II and BIO 274 Microbiology (within the admission is based on above average grades in the biologic past five years) with a BIO GPA of at least 3.0 sciences as well as in the cumulative and prerequisite GPA. 8. PSY 170-General Psychology with a grade of C or higher 1. A COMPLETE application includes an application to 9. TEAS Score 80%tile recommended. Complete by appli- RVC, an application to the nursing program, completed cation due date. transcript review, and a 1-2 page writing sample of edu- 10. Word processed writing sample and interview with a cational, professional and career goals. Admission test- nursing program representative ing may be required. 11. Co-Requisites: FWS 237 Nutrition for Optimum 2. APPLICATION SUBMISSION DATES are Living and ENG 101 Composition I • ADN/RN: Sept. 1 for Spring Admission; Feb. 1 for Fall Admission LPNBRIDGEPROGRAMPOLICIES • Bridge: September 15 The concept of the LPN/Bridge program is articulation 3. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS will not be reviewed. between the knowledge and skills that a Licensed 4. Applicants will be considered for admission to Rock Practical Nurse has acquired and the scope of practice of Valley College according to college policies governing the Registered Nurse. LPN’s who meet admission require- full-time students including in-district residency proof. ments and who successfully complete the LPN Bridge 5. Admission to the nursing program is by: high school courses will receive nursing credits-in-escrow. The stu- graduate, college transfer, or LPN Bridge criteria. dent completes the second year nursing courses over the next two semesters. This program is directed toward HS GRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS LPN’s who are self starters with excellent learning skills 1. Graduation from a recognized secondary school or and current clinical knowledge. completion of the GED. 2. Admission to Rock Valley College as a degree seeking LPNBRIDGEADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS student The LPN Bridge program is designed to prepare licensed 3. BIO GPA 3.0 for (9 credits); prerequisite GPA 3.0 or practical nurses to enter the Associate Degree Nursing better on a 2.0-4.0 scale program at Rock Valley College. Students admitted to the 4. Current nursing assistant certification (IDPH LPN Bridge program are required to complete Nursing Approved) 210 and all prerequisite course requirements for the 5. HS Algebra (2 semesters) within the past five years Associate Degree Nursing program. Students are reviewed with a grade of C or better for each semester, including for admission to the second year of the Associate Degree an ACT score of a least 18 in mathematics, 20 in the Nursing program after successful completion of the LPN composite, and a class rank in the upper one-half of the Bridge requirements. graduating class. 1. SEE COLLEGE TRANSFER ADMISSION REQUIRE- 6. HS Chemistry (2 semesters) within the past 5 years MENTS with at least a C or better. 2. Applications for the LPN Bridge program are due 7. Completion of BIO 185 Foundations of Anatomy & September 15 for spring semester admission. Physiology or BIO 281/282 Human Anatomy & 3. Transcripts with documentation of completion of a Physiology I, II and BIO 274 (within the past five years) state-approved Practical Nursing program must be sub- with a BIO GPA of at least 3.0. mitted to the nursing program office. 8. PSY 170 General Psychology with a grade of C or better 4. Proof of current licensure as a practical nurse in the 9. TEAS score 80% recommended state of Illinois is part of the application. 10. Word processed writing sample and interview with a nursing program representative 11. Co-Requisites: FWS 237 Nutrition for Optimum Living and ENG 101 Composition I 66 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L REQUIREMENTS LPN < 5 YEARS 4. Re-application: Applicants not admitted to the pro- TS REQUIREDCOURSES CREDITS gram may submit a new application for each admission CONTENTS NRS 108 Altered Health Concepts 3 review and see an advisor to discuss admission defi- NRS 207 Pharmacology for Nursing Care 2 ciencies. INDEX NRS 210 Transition to ADN Nursing 3 PNU 107 Practical Nursing Pharmacology, 5. Students seeking readmission will be evaluated by the or equivalent 1 admission committee within the current application schedule according to available space and additional REQUIREMENTS LPN > 5 YEARS academic remediation and current clinical practice. Licensed Practical Nursing applicants with licensure exceeding more than five years are eligible for one of two ENROLLMENTPOLICIES alternate placement options: 1. Qualified applicants who are residents of Community 1. PLACEMENT IN THE LPN BRIDGE: PROFICIENCY College District 511 or who reside in a district that has TESTING a cooperative agreement with the Rock Valley College • Eligibility for this option requires LPN level scores on will be admitted first. Out-of-district applicants will be the ATI tests for Nursing Fundamentals, Pharmacology, admitted only if the nursing class has not been filled Maternal Newborn, and Psychiatric Nursing Content. and all qualified in-district applicants have been accepted. • This testing option must be completed by September 1 2. Admitted students are required to maintain the following: for the LPN Bridge spring semester placement. • Admission physical exam & current immuniza- 2. ADVANCE PLACEMENT IN THE ADN PROGRAM: tions PROFICIENCY TESTING FOR 2ND SEMESTER • Essential abilities as provided in the Student PLACEMENT Nurse Handbook: RVC. • The score on the ATI meets the nursing program estab- • Background check—a finding may result in lished benchmark. inability to complete the program • Advanced placement in the second or third semesters of • Proof of professional liability, accident/and health the Associate Degree Nursing program is based on insurance space available in the required course sequence accord- • Current CPR for the health care provider ing to lottery as outlined in the Associate Degree • Current nursing assistant certification (IDPH) or Nursing Program Student Handbook. LPN licensure for the Bridge 3. A minimum of a C grade must be achieved in each course. BRIDGEESCROWNURSING 4. A student may repeat only one nursing course (theory CREDITSPOSTED or clinical) as written in the RVC Student Nurse Handbook. Bridge Nursing program students who have completed 5. Progression criteria must be met according to the poli- NRS 108, NRS 207 and NRS 210 with a minimum grade of cies and procedures provided in the RVC Student C and who have met all prerequisite courses with a grade Nurse Handbook and course syllabi. point average of 3.0 are awarded 17 credits in the follow- ing courses not to be posted until completion of NRS 232 Associate Degree Nursing (69 Credits) or NRS 234 (third semester courses) with a minimum Required NRS Program Courses (45 credits) grade of C. NRS 105 Professional Nurse Role I (1) NRS 108 Pathophysiology - Altered Health Concepts (3) COURSES CREDITS NRS 110 Core Concepts I - Professional Nursing (2) NRS 105 Professional Nurse Role I 1 NRS 111 Core Concepts II - Professional Nursing (4) NRS 110 Core Concepts I 2 NRS 207 Pharmacology for Nursing Care (2) NRS 111 Core Concepts II 4 NRS 212 Adult Health Nursing II (2) NRS 214 Family HLT Nursing 2 NRS 213 Adult Health Nursing I (2) NRS 222 Family HLT Clinical 3 NRS 214 Family and Reproductive Health Nursing (2) NRS 217 Psychiatric Nursing 2 NRS 215 Child and Family Health Nursing (2) NRS 224 Psychiatric Clinical 3 NRS 217 Psychiatric Nursing (2) NRS 218 Adult Health Nursing III (2) NRS 222 Family and Reproductive Health Clinical (3) NRS 224 Psychiatric Nursing Clinical (3) ADMISSIONPROCEDURES NRS 225 Professional Nurse Role II (2) 1. Complete RVC new, returning, or transfer student NRS 232 Child and Family Health Clinical (3) admission requirements according to the RVC Course NRS 234 Adult Health Clinical I (3) Catalog procedures. NRS 242 Adult Health Clinical II (3) 2. A separate nursing program application must be com- NRS 244 Adult Health Clinical III (3) PNU 107 Basic Principles of Pharmacology for Nursing (1) pleted hereafter referred to as the nursing application. 3. The nursing application is dated upon receipt by the Nursing Division Office and must be received by the required application deadlines. Only completed appli- cations and letters of intent received during regular business hours by the due date are reviewed.
67 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L General Education Course Requirements. (18 credits) 5. Intermediate algebra with a grade of “C” or better BIO 185 Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology (5) (MTH 093 & 094) or the equivalent on a college CONTENTS BIO 274 Microbiology (4) math placement test. PSY 170 General Psychology (3) FWS 237 Nutrition for Optimum Living (3) 6. High school chemistry with lab with grade of “B” in INDEX ENG 101 Composition I (3) the last 5 years or college chemistry with lab (CHM 110) with grade of “C” or better. General Education 7. Five – eight semester credits of college level Elective Requirements: (6 credits) Anatomy and Physiology and four credits of Students may choose any approved IAI General Education Core Curriculum course (see pages 33 & 34) Microbiology with a grade of “C” or better. Recommended courses include: 8. Cumulative college GPA of 3.0. MTH 220 Elements of Statistics (3) PSY 270 Lifespan Developmental Psychology (3) Program requirements SOC 190 Introduction to Sociology (3) 1. Criminal background checks will be required before Note: NRS 210-Transition to Associate Degree Nursing (3) is a enrollment in clinical courses. See handbook for fur- required course for LPN’s who are admitted to and are completing the LPN Bridge for the Associate Degree Nursing program. ther information. 2. All hybrid online nursing courses, both theory and clin- ical, require a “B” to pass. Students who do not earn a HYBRIDONLINENURSING “B” or better will remediate by learning contract and a AASDEGREE #5450 plan for re-entry, if appropriate, will be developed. No more than one NUR course may be repeated. Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - 3. It is recommended that as many general education cred- 71 credits its as possible are completed before beginning the nurs- ing curriculum. Limited transferability 4. General education courses may be taken for a “C”, as long as the overall GPA is a 3.0. Program contact: Nursing program office, (815) 921-3261 Program contacts Program Overview RVC Academic Counselor at 815-921-4100; or This degree combines online nursing classes and face to www.NIOIN.org face labs and clinicals. Associate of Applied Science 71 Credits Degree approval and professional licensure Online Nursing Degree Requirements 47 Credits The program is approved by the Illinois Department of NUR 178 Pharmacology 2 Financial and Professional Regulation. Program graduates NUR 179 Fundamentals of Nursing 4 are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN according to the require- NUR 181 Fundamentals of Nursing Clinical 5.5 NUR 182 Med/Surg I 4 ments for licensure in the Illinois Nursing Practice Act. NUR 183 Med/Surg I Clinical 5.5 NUR 280 Family Health 5 Information sessions NUR 281 Family Health Clinical 3 • Contact www.NIOIN.org NUR 282 Med/Surg II 3 • Attend a hybrid online nursing information meeting NUR 283 Med/Surg II Clinical 3 NUR 284 Professional Roles Nursing 1 Application requirements NUR 285 Mental Health 2 • Complete RVC general admission procedure NUR 286 Mental Health Clinical 3 • Application deadlines will be posted on the hybrid online NUR 287 Med/Surg III 3 nursing program’s website: www.NIOIN.org NUR 288 Med/Surg III Clinical 3 • Meet with an academic counselor to develop an academic plan • File a nursing program application for the hybrid online program General Education Requirements 24 Credits • Submit three letters of recommendation from employers BIO 185 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 5 and/or supervisors with the hybrid online application, using BIO 274 Introductory Microbiology 4 the form distributed at the information meeting ENG 101 Composition I 3 FWS 237 Nutrition for Optimum Living 3 Out of district applications PSY 170 Intro to Psychology 3 Out-of-district applications to the hybrid online nursing program will SPH 131 Introduction to Oral Communication 3 be considered only if space is available and there are no qualified in- PSY 270 Lifespan Developmental Psychology 3 district applicants.
Admission requirements Suggested Program 1. High school graduate or GED. The online nursing courses are organized to be completed 2. Current CNA on the Illinois Department of Public Health’s in a two-year sequence. Health Care Worker Registry. 3. Reading/vocabulary at 13th grade level and recom- mended passing score of 80% on the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills). 4. Minimum of three semester credits of online course’s which meet nursing program requirements with 68 grade of “B” or better. 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L NURSING AIDE CERTIFICATE #5411 TS Work and employment CONTENTS Graduates of the program are qualified to work in health- Certificate – care facilities such as nursing homes, home healthcare, 6 credit hours INDEX physicians’ offices, and ambulatory care. Non-transferable Program contact: Nursing program office, Career advancement (815) 921-3261 Licensed Practical Nurses can use their education and experience toward an associate degree in nursing at RVC. Program overview The LPN Bridge for the Associate Degree Nursing pro- Nurse assistants are in great demand with the current gram allows LPNs to complete the nursing program with- shortage of nursing personnel. This program prepares out repeating courses taken in the LPN program. For students to enter the health care workforce. Nurse assis- details, see “LPN Bridge.” tants work as caregivers in all types of healthcare facilities and agencies. As health team members, nursing assistants Program approval and vocational licensure work under the supervision of nurses and provide routine The program is approved by the Illinois Department of daily care and essential duties related to patient care. Financial and Professional Regulation. Program graduates Classroom, skill lab, and clinical attendance are required. are eligible to take the NCLEX-PN according to the requirements for licensure in the Illinois Nursing and Employment and career mobility Advanced Nursing Practice Act. The nursing aide course grade of C or higher, a passing crim- inal background check, and a passing score on the Nurse Information sessions Aide Competency Evaluation prepares the student for Students interested in the nursing program should attend employment as a Certified Nursing Assistant and for par- a nursing information session to become familiar with spe- tial completion of nursing program admission requirements. cific requirements admission procedures, and standards. The average salary for a nursing assistant is $11-13 per Information about the Nursing program and applications hour, in nursing homes or hospitals. may be obtained by calling (815) 921-3261.
The program is approved by the Illinois Department of Testing and transcripts Public Health. Students who successfully complete the Applicants will need to call (815) 921-2380 to schedule an program are eligible for the Nurse Aide Training appointment for the TEAS (Test of Essential Skills). Competency Evaluation. Transfer applicants should submit all transcripts to the Rock Valley College Records & Admission to the program Registration Office with indication of the intent Enrollment in the course requires one of four testing to apply to the nursing program. options: ACCUPLACER Placement Test administered by Rock Valley College Testing Center, or the Certified Nursing Admission to the program Assistant Reading Test administered by RVC Testing Center, The applicant pool is competitive; selection for admission or the TABE Test administered by RVC grant programs, is based upon above average grades in anatomy and phys- or the ACT scores reported from the American College iology as well as in the cumulative GPA. There are specif- Testing Service. A physical exam, two-step Mantoux TB ic requirements and prerequisites to be admitted to the skin test, and a criminal background check are required Practical Nursing program. and will be initiated the first week of class. The program is 80 hours of theory in the classroom and 40 hours of Practical Nursing program application, admission policies clinical experience in an area health care facility. and requirements NAD 101 Nursing Aide (6) 1. APPLICATION procedures • A COMPLETE application includes an application to RVC, an application to the nursing program, completed PRACTICALNURSING #5404 transcript review, and a 1 page writing sample of edu- cational, professional and career goals. Certificate – 41 credits • Applications are due April 15 for fall semester admission. Limited transfer 2. Applicants will be considered for admission to Rock Valley College according to college policies governing Program contact: Nursing program office, full-time students.Nursing program admission require- (815) 921-3261 ments are: • Graduation from a recognized or accredited secondary Program overview school or completion of high school equivalency through Licensed practical nurses are integral health team mem- the General Educational Development (GED) test bers who provide expert care for challenging patients • Admission to Rock Valley College as a certificate under the direction of the RN. This is a 10 1/2 month pro- seeking student gram that prepares graduates to take the NCLEX-PN • Completion of an approved certified nursing assistant examination to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. course with current certification as a nursing assistant. 69 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L 3. Prerequisite course requirements are: General Education Course Requirements: (14 credits) • MTH 093 & 094 - Intermediate Algebra Part I & II or BIO 185 Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology (5) CONTENTS higher math course approved by the nursing program PSY 170 General Psychology (3) FWS 237 Nutrition for Optimum Living (3) with a grade of “C” or better; OR HS Algebra (2 semes- * ENG 101 Composition I (3) INDEX ters) within the past 5 years with a grade of “C” or better for each semester *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in • CHM 110 - General, Organic and BioChem I with at least this catalog. a “C”; OR HS Chemistry (2 semesters) within the past 5 years with a grade of “C” or better for each semester OFFICEPROFESSIONAL #2600 • BIO 185 Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology * with a grade of “B” or better (*completed within the last five The Office Professional program prepares students for years) work in office environments where knowledge of office 4. Personal statement and interview: Students with com- procedures, software/hardware, administrative, and inter- pleted applications will be notified of the process for personal skills are required to perform duties. completing an interview with a nursing program repre- sentative. Graduates of this program exhibit strong communication, 5. TEAS to be completed by April 15 at the RVC Testing interpersonal skills; they are flexible and professional. In Center. Score of 80% recommended. addition they possess excellent keyboarding, document formatting skills, and advanced software application skills. Practical Nursing program enrollment policies Graduates completing this program may be expected to 1. Good health as certified by a licensed physician or supervise clerical staff. nurse practitioner and completion of Rock Valley College physical exam and immunization records. Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – 2. Essential abilities standard as outlined in the Practical 65 credits Nursing Student Handbook. 3. A criminal background check will be required; a posi- Program Contact: Division of Business/Computers & tive background check may result in the inability to Information Systems, complete the program. (815) 921 3101 4. Professional liability & accidental injury insurance (available at group rates to nursing students through Program overview the college). The Office Professional program allows students to focus 5. Current CPR certification as a healthcare provider. on one of four areas of office administration: General 6. A minimum grade of “C” in all corequisite courses. office, medical office, legal office, or office software appli- These courses include: cation professionals. Under the guidance of the Associate PSY 170 - General Psychology (must be completed by Dean of Business/CIS, students will be able to tailor a the end of first semester). program that meets their unique needs. FWS 237 - Nutrition for Optimum Living *ENG 101 - Composition I (may be completed in the General Office Professional summer/fall semesters). The efficiency of any organization depends in part upon 7. A minimum grade of “C” must be achieved in each office professionals who are at the center of communica- nursing course. Students receiving a grade below “C” in tions within the business. They process and transmit any required nursing course must repeat the entire information to the staff and other organization. Graduates course, both theory and clinical. of this program will learn a wide range of skills using the 8. Students admitted to the Nursing program are expect- latest computer technology. ed to meet all progression criteria including academic and performance standards (clinical standards) with or Medical Office Professional without reasonable accommodations. These standards Graduates of this program are prepared for jobs in an are provided in the program’s Student Nurse insurance or healthcare office. Job responsibilities vary, Handbook. and may include appointment scheduling, medical and 9. Repetition of a course requires re-admission to the pro- general document preparation, meeting and event plan- gram and review by the faculty admission committee. ning, handling receivables, and transcription.
Practical Nursing Certificate Legal Office Professional Requirements: (41 credits) Graduates of this program typically perform administra- Practical Nursing Core Requirements: (27 credits) tive work in law firms. Areas in which they could become * PNU 103 Practical Nursing: Fundamentals (7) involved include bankruptcy, business and corporate liti- * PNU 107 Basic Principles of gation, criminal, divorce, and family law, wills, trusts, and Pharmacology for Nursing (1) * PNU 120 Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: estates, government law, trademarks and copyright law, Mental Health (1) personal injury and property damage, probate, real estate, * PNU 140 Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: and workers’ compensation. Conception Through Adolescence (6) * PNU 160 Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: 70 Young Adult Through Middle Adult (6) * PNU 201 Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: Geriatric (6) 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L Software Application Support Professional CERTIFICATES TS Graduates of this program are adept in computer software and Administrative Assistant/2601 (34 credits) CONTENTS the application of PC’s to support business and office systems. ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) ATG 123 General Ledger Graduates of the program find work in office support and INDEX Software Applications (2) computer user support positions in a variety of office settings. BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) BUS 103 Business Math (3) Work and employment OFF 115 File Management (2) Graduates from the program find jobs as administrative OFF 118 Computer Keyboarding (1) assistants, administrative secretaries, and office assistants OFF 121 Advanced Document Preparation & Design (3) in a variety of office settings. OFF 122 Office Technology Practicum (3) OFF 226 Professional Development (3) OFF 231 Office Procedures (3) OFFICEPROFESSIONAL PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ Business/CIS Division Requirements ( 38 credits) Windows (4) *ATG 110 Financial Accounting (4) PCI 206 Advanced Microcomputer BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3) Applications/Windows (3) *BUS 103 Business Mathematics (3) *MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) Medical Transcriptionist/2604 (30 credits) MKT 288 Customer Relations (3) ENG 105 Business Communications (3) OFF 115 File Management (2) OFF 121 Advanced Document Preparation (3) OFF 118 Computer Keyboarding (1) OFF 122 Office Technology Practicum (3) *OFF 121 Advanced Document Preparation and Design (3) OFF 137 Machine Transcription (3) *OFF 122 Office Technology Practicum (3) OFF 140 Medical Machine Transcription (3) OFF 226 Professional Development (3) OFF 231 Office Procedures (3) *OFF 231 Office Procedures (3) OFF 245 Introduction to Health Technology (3) PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ Windows (4) HLT 110 Medical Terminology (2) *PCI 206 Advanced Microcomputer BIO 171 Biology of Human Disease (3) Applications/Windows (3) PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/Windows (4) General Education Requirements ( 18 credits) Medical Coding/2605 (15 credits) *ENG 101 Composition I (3) OFF 147 Coding (4) *ENG 105 Business Communications (3) OFF 220 Advanced Coding (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) OFF 245 Intro to Health Information CIS 102 Introduction to Computers and Technology (3) Information Systems (3) HLT 110 Medical Terminology (2) BIO 171 Biology of Human Disease (3) General Education Electives (6 credits) Students must select courses with at least two different prefixes to MOS/Word/2606 (approval pending) (8 credits) fulfill IAI General Education Core Curriculum requirements (exam- PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ ple: ART, BIO, ECO, SOC, etc.) Windows (4) PCI 206 Advanced Microcomputer Choose appropriate option: Application/Windows (3) Option A: General Office Professional (9 credits) PCI 228 MOS Certification Preparation (1) Electives: Choose courses with BUS, ATG, MGT, MKT, OFF, PCI prefixes. MOS/Excel/2607 (approval pending) (11 credits) PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ Option B: Legal Office Professional (9 credits) Windows (4) BUS 200 Legal Environment in Business (3) PCI 206 Advanced Microcomputer Electives: (6) Applications/Windows (3) Choose courses with BUS, ATG, MGT, MKT, OFF, PCI prefixes. PCI 226 Post Advanced Microcomputer Applications/Windows (3) Option C: Medical Office Professional (9 credits) PCI 228 MOS Certification Preparation (1) HLT 110 Medical Terminology (2) OFF 144 Insurance Procedures/Medical Office (1) MOS/PowerPoint/2608 OFF 245 Introduction to Health Information (3) (approval pending) (11 credits) Technology PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ BIO 171 Biology of Human Disease (3) Windows (4) PCI 206 Advanced Microcomputer Option D: Software Applications Support Applications/Windows (3) Professional (9 credits) PCI 226 Post Advanced Microcomputer PCI 180 Introduction to Computer User (3) Applications/Windows (3) Technical Support PCI 228 MOS Certification Preparation (1) PCI 200 Microcomputer Information Systems (3) Practicum MOS/Access/2609 (approval pending) (11 credits) PCI 226 Post Advanced Microcomputer (3) PCI 106 Microcomputer Applications/ Applications/Windows Windows (4) PCI 206 Advanced Microcomputer Applications/Windows (3) PCI 226 Post Advanced Microcomputer Applications/Windows (3) PCI 228 MOS Certification Preparation (1) 71 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L Office Program Electives Humanities and Fine Arts OFF 131 Independent Study- (Choose one course below) (3 credits) CONTENTS Office Software Applications (1-6) HUM 111 Introduction to Humanities I: OFF 293 Independent Study- From the Ancient World to 1600 (3) Office Technology (1-3) HUM 112 Introduction to Humanities II: INDEX OFF 294 Office Internship (1-3) From 1600 to the Present (3) HUM 210 Western Cultural Expression of Gender in the Visual and Performing Arts (3) LIT Any Literature Course except PARAPROFESSIONAL for LIT 155 (3) PHL 150 Introduction to Philosophy (3) EDUCATOR #5900 ART 131 Introduction to the Visual Arts (3) MUS 102 Introduction to Music (3) Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – MUS 104 Introduction to American Music (3) 64 credits THE 133 Introduction to Theatre (3)
Limited transfer degree Math/Science Program contact: Teacher Education Programs, (Choose one course below) (3 credits) *MTH 115 General Education Mathematics (3) (815) 921-3334 *MTH 135 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (5) *MTH 160 Topics from Finite Mathematics (3) Program overview *MTH 211 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (4) This program is designed to fulfill the certification *MTH 220 Elements of Statistics (3) requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act. It is BIO 100 Introductory Human Biology (3) BIO 103 Introductory Life Science (3) intended for teacher aides and paraprofessionals who BIO 106 Environmental Science (3) assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and math in a *PGE 100 Physical Geography (3) kindergarten through 12th grade educational setting. *GEL 101 Introduction to Geology (4) *GEL 103 Fossils and Earth History (4) Work and employment *ATS 105 Atmospheric Science (4) Paraprofessional teacher aides prepare classroom materi- Electives (21 credits) als, supervise students, and operate AV equipment under CHD 103 Nutrition and Health for the Young Child or the guidance of the teacher. Other tasks include collecting FWS 265 Personal Fitness and Wellness (3) and grading homework and tests, and recording results. EDU 245 Special Education Practicum (1) ART 283 Art in the Elementary Schools (3) Spanish (SPN), German (GRM), French (FRN) Course (4) Certificate program also available *PSY 276 Abnormal Psychology (3) The 34-credit Paraprofessional Educator Certificate is a *SOC 299 Marriage and Family (3) shorter preparation program for paraprofessionals who FWS 211 Drug and Alcohol Education (3) already have some college credit. *MTH 217 Math for Elementary Teachers II (3)
Paraprofessional Educator Certificate Paraprofessional Education/5901 (34 credits) Course Requirements (22 credits) EDU 204 Introduction to Teaching Reading (3) EDU 204 Introduction to Teaching Reading for EDU 202 Children’s Literature (3) Elementary Teachers (3) EDU 244 Students With Disabilities in Schools (3) EDU 224 Introduction to Education (3) EDU 234 Introduction to Technology for Teachers (3) EDU 202 Children’s Literature (3) EDU 224 Introduction to Education (3) EDU 234 Introduction to Technology for Teachers (3) *EDU 274 Elementary School Practicum (1) EDU 244 Students with Disabilities in Schools (3) *MTH 216 Math for Elementary Teachers I (3) *EDU 274 Elementary School Practicum (1) *PSY 225 Child Development, or *MTH 216 Math for Elementary Teachers I (3) *PSY 271 Educational Psychology (3) *PSY 225 Child Development, or SOC 295 Racial and Ethnic Relations (3) *PSY 271 Educational Psychology (3) Electives – Choose from electives listed in the degree program above (9) General Education Course Requirements (21 credits) Required courses below (15 credits) *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in *ENG 101 Composition I (3) this catalog. *ENG 103 Composition II (3) *SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) PSY 170 Introduction to Psychology (3) SOC 295 Racial and Ethnic Relations (3)
72 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L RESPIRATORY CARE PROGRAM #5200 Selection is based on college and/or high school grade TS point average, grades in the prerequisite courses, grades CONTENTS Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – in other math and science courses, general education 71 credits courses within the program, and selected respiratory care INDEX courses taken prior to being accepted into the program. Limited transferability Program contact: Division of Allied Health and Human Criminal Background Check Services, and Drug Testing (815) 921-3200 Students will undergo a criminal background check and drug testing during the fall semester they begin the pro- Program overview gram. It is possible that a student’s criminal background Respiratory therapists provide, under physician orders, all and/or a positive drug test will prevent participation in the general, critical care, and diagnostic services important hospital clinical practice and program completion. for people with breathing difficulties. Such services include administering oxygen, humidity, and continuous aerosols, Standard for progression in the program as well as aerosolized medications to improve lung func- At least a minimum grade of “C” is required in BIO 185 – tion. Therapists also maintain life-support systems for Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology before students patients who cannot breathe for themselves and may also can take Respiratory Care program courses. perform cardiopulmonary procedures. Skills are mastered through classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences. Students are required to earn at least a minimum grade of “C” in all Respiratory Care courses. Failure to do so will prevent a Work and employment student from taking later courses in the program or graduating. Graduates of the program generally work in hospitals, assuming staff respiratory therapist positions or specializ- Respiratory Care Course Requirements: (51 credits) ing in critical care or diagnostic areas. Other opportuni- * RSP 111 Applied Sciences (3) ties exist in the home care setting or through advance- * RSP 112 Patient Assessment (3) ment into management or educational positions. RSP 113 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology (3) * RSP 114 Clinical Medicine (3) Professional credential and program accreditation * RSP 121 Respiratory Care Practices and Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the Procedures I (5) National Board for Respiratory Care’s exams leading to * RSP 122 Respiratory Care Practices and the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential. This Procedures II (5) meets or exceeds the requirement for practice in Illinois * RSP 123 Respiratory Pharmacology (3) * RSP 131 Clinical Practice I (2) and any other state. The program is fully accredited by * RSP 132 Clinical Practice II (3) the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care * RSP 221 Respiratory Care Practices and (CoARC) under the auspices of the Commission on Procedures III (3) Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP). * RSP 222 Cardiopulmonary Testing and Rehabilitation (3) * RSP 223 Respiratory Care Practices and Admission to the program Procedures IV (4) Admission is selective and competitive. Prerequisite * RSP 224 Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care (2) course work in chemistry, biology, and mathematics is * RSP 225 Respiratory Care Seminar (3) required. For more information, contact the Allied Health * RSP 231 Clinical Practice III (3) and Human Services division office at (815) 921-3200. * RSP 232 Clinical Practice IV (3) General Education Course Requirements: (20 credits) Admission policies HLT 110 Medical Terminology (2) Contact the Respiratory Care program chair at (815) 921-3220 * ENG 101 Composition I (3) or the division secretary at (815) 921-3200 for program * BIO 185 Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology (5) * BIO 274 Microbiology (4) application information. To be admitted the applicant must: Select one for the speech requirement: 1. Meet all college admission requirements. SPH 201 Interpersonal Communication 2. Be a high school graduate or have completed the GED. (recommended), or Completion of two semesters of high school chemistry, * SPH 131 Fundamentals of Communication (3) algebra, and biology (or college equivalent) with at Select one for the elective requirement: HLT 105 Phlebotomy (3) least a grade of “C” is required. At Rock Valley College, FWS 237 Nutrition for Optimum Living (3) completion of Chemistry 099, Mathematics 092, and PHL 153 Medical Ethics (3) Biology 100 or 103 will fulfill this requirement. BIO 171 Biology of Human Disease (3) * MGT 270 Principles of Management (3) Admission procedure PSY 170 General Psychology (3) PHL 256 Contemporary Moral Issues (3) Submit a program application; up-to-date transcripts from high school, GED, and/or college; Respiratory Care *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in Program Applicant Questionnaire; and Essential Abilities this catalog. Questionnaire. This must be done by January 20 prior to the fall term the student plans to enter the program. Cooperative community colleges are Blackhawk Technical College, Kishwaukee College, Highland Community College, McHenry County 73 College and Sauk Valley Community College. 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L SURGICAL 5. Grade Point Average: A 2.0 GPA in all course work TECHNOLOGY #5405 completed for college credit. CONTENTS 6. Concurrent hospital clinical practice also necessitates Certificate – 40 credits that students meet the following requirements: INDEX a. Be in good health as certified by a physician Program contact: Division of Allied Health and Human licensed to practice medicine in all its branches, Services, (815) 921-3200 and complete in full the medical examination and immunization form provided. Program overview b. Possibly submit to further laboratory tests as Surgical technologists prepare the operating room and requested. equipment used for surgery, assist in preparing patients 7. Qualified applicants who are residents of Rock Valley for surgery, are responsible for maintaining the sterile College District 511 or who reside in a district that has environment in the operating room, and assist in other a cooperative agreement with Rock Valley College will aspects of the procedure. The program, featuring class- be admitted first. Out-of-district applicants will be room, laboratory, and clinical experiences, prepares stu- admitted only if the surgical technology class has not dents to assume an important role with surgical teams at been filled and all qualified in-district or cooperating entry level. community college applicants have been accepted. Work and employment Admissions procedures: Graduates are employed in hospital operating rooms, 1. The following records must be sent directly to the delivery rooms, ambulatory care areas, surgical centers, Allied Health division office: travel agencies, physician offices, dental offices, and cen- a. High school transcripts or GED scores. tral sterilizing departments. With additional specialized b. Previous college transcripts. educational and training, graduates can become Surgical 2. Applicants are required to complete a separate applica- Assistants, Program Directors, Instructors, and tion for admission to the Surgical Technology program, Surgical/Medical Sales Representatives. hereafter referred to as the surgical technology applica- tion. Professional credential and program accreditation 3. The surgical technology application may be filed at any Graduates are eligible to become Certified Surgical time and must be filed before April 15 prior to the fall Technologists (CST). Students in their last semester of term a student hopes to enter the program. Only com- the program will sit for the National Certification pleted applications are processed. Completed applica- Examination through the National Board of Surgical tions include: Technology and Surgical Assisting (INBSTSA) prior to a. Chemistry grade(s). graduation. The program is governed by the Association b. Algebra grade or score. of Surgical Technology (AST) and is fully accredited by 4. Students will be notified of their admission status prior the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health to June 15. Programs (CAAHEP). 5. Applicants not selected one year are individually responsible for reactivating and updating their applica- Admission to the program tion in subsequent years. Admission is selective and competitive. Prerequisite 6. Contact the Division of Allied Health and Human course work in chemistry, biology, and mathematics is Services at (815) 921-3200 for additional information required. For more information, call the Allied Health and on the program. Human Services division office at (815) 921-3200.
Admissions policies Requirements for application and admission: 1. A graduate of a recognized or accredited secondary school at the time of enrollment or complete the GED as required by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). 2. Admission to Rock Valley College according to college policies governing full-time students. 3. Chemistry requirement: Two semesters of high school chemistry successfully completed within the past five years with a grade of “C” or better for both semesters or complete a college chemistry course (with a lab) with at least a minimum grade of “C.” 4. Math requirement: Two semesters of high school alge- bra with a grade of “C” or better or have Math 092, Beginning Algebra, and earned at least a minimum grade of “C.” 74 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L Application deadline: Students must be admitted to TS Rock Valley College and algebra and chemistry must be Apprenticeship CONTENTS completed to be reviewed for admission to the program. Applications must be submitted prior to April 15. programs INDEX An apprenticeship is a training program that combines Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology must paid, on-the-job experience with classroom instruction. be completed before enrollment in the Surgical Apprenticeship students must be 18 years or older and Technology program courses. have a high school diploma or equivalent before being accepted into most programs. Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing Students will undergo a criminal background check and As an apprentice, students will be supervised on-the-job drug testing during the fall semester they begin the pro- by skilled journeypersons. They will also attend classes gram . It is possible that a student’s criminal background every week during the fall and spring semesters. At RVC, and/or a positive drug test will prevent participation in students can choose from among four apprenticeship cer- hospital clinical practice and program completion. tificate programs: –Ironworkers Standard for progression in the program Students are required to earn at least a minimum grade of –Sheet Metal Workers “C” in all Surgical Technology courses. Failure to do so –Tool & Die/Precision Machinists will prevent a student from taking later courses in the program or graduating. In each program, RVC works in cooperation with a joint apprenticeship training committee that determines admis- Surgical Technology Course Requirements: (26 credits) sion to that program. For more information, contact the * SRG 101 Surgical Technology I Central Service Division of Technical Programs at (815) 921-3003. Principles and Practice (4) * SRG 102 Surgical Technology II Principles and Practice (6) * SRG 103 Surgical Technology III ELECTRICIAN Principles and Practice Specialty (5) APPRENTICESHIP #9900 * SRG 104 Surgical Technology IV Principles and Practice Specialty (5) Please see page 59 for program requirements. * SRG 105 Surgical Technology V Internship (4) * SRG 106 Surgical Technology Seminar (2) IRONWORKERS APPRENTICESHIP (THREEYEARS) #9915 General Education Course Requirements: (14 credits) * BIO 185 Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology (5) Degree conferred: Apprenticeship – * BIO 274 Microbiology (4) 18 credits * ENG 101 Composition I (3) HLT 110 Medical Terminology (2) Those in the ironworking industry become adept at all Comparable BIO, ENG, and HLT courses may be taken at the cooper- welding and burning processes, and fabricate ornamental ative community colleges. ironwork and wall systems. Using blueprints, they are able *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section to develop products that are both practical and ornamental. in this catalog. Cooperative community colleges are: Highland Community College, APT 150 Introduction to Apprenticeship (3) Kishwaukee College, and Sauk Valley College. * APT 151 Reinforcing/Blueprints (3) * APT 152 Ornamental Ironwork and Fabrication (3) * APT 153 Ornamental Wall Systems (3) * APT 250 Welding and Burning I (3) * APT 251 Welding and Burning II (3)
*Course has a prerequisite—refer to course descrip- tion section in this catalog.
75 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L SHEETMETALAPPRENTICESHIP APPRENTICESHIPORGANIZATIONS (FIVEYEARS) #9918 CONTENTS Electricians Degree conferred: Apprenticeship – • Rockford Area Electricians Joint INDEX 40 credits Apprenticeship Committee 619 S. Rock Dr. Apprentices in this program are trained to assemble, install, Rockford, IL 61102 and repair sheet metal products. They work on air condi- (815) 969-8484 tioning, heating, and ventilation systems. Those trained in Attn: Todd Kindred this field learn to read job orders and blueprints. From that, they are able to select the correct metal and shape it over the proper form using solder and welding techniques. Ironworkers • Rockford Area Ironworkers Joint APT 180 Introduction to Apprenticeship (4) Apprenticeship Committee *APT 181 Mathematics and Processes I (4) 5640 Sockness Dr. *APT 182 Mathematics and Processes II (4) Rockford, IL 61109 *APT 183 Mathematics and Processes III (4) (815) 873-9180 *APT 280 Blueprints and Patterns I (4) *APT 281 Blueprints and Patterns II (4) Sheet Metal *APT 282 Advanced Systems I (4) *APT 283 Advanced Systems II (4) • Rockford Area Sheet Metal *APT 284 Advanced Studies I (4) Joint Apprenticeship Committee *APT 285 Advanced Studies II (4) 3316 Publishers Dr. *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course Rockford, IL 61109 description section in this catalog. (815) 874-6641 Fax: (815) 874-5182 Attn: Brad Glidden TOOL&DIE/PRECISIONMACHINIST CERTIFICATE (FOUR YEARS) #9919 Tool and Die/Precision Machinist • Rockford Tooling and Machining Association Degree conferred: Certificate – 28 credits P.O. Box 5029 The tool and die maker/precision machinist makes the Rockford, IL 61125 devices used by machinists for mass-produced parts. Tool (815) 227-4125 and die makers are among the most skilled of all machin- Fax: (815) 227-4174 ery workers. Apprentices learn to make the gauges and Attn: Ken Barton measuring devices in manufacturing precision metal parts. They are also taught to construct metal forms used For further information contact: to shape metal stamping and forging operations. Ms. Ronda Kliman, Area Representative U.S. Department of Labor Year One Employment and Training Administration APT 190 Mathematics for Machine Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training Technology (3 credit hours) 308 W. State St., Suite 403 *APT 194 Blueprint Interpretation (3 credit hours) Rockford, IL 61101 Year Two (815) 987-4253 *APT 289 Metal Cutting Applications (3 credit hours) MET 106 Metrology (3 credit hours) Fax: (815) 987-4214 MET 108 Computer Drafting using AutoCAD (3 credit hours) Rock Valley College Year Three Ron Schulz MET 120 CNC Machine Associate Dean of Technical Programs Setup/Operation (2 credit hours) MET 121 Fundamentals of CNC 4151 Samuelson Rd. Programming (Manual) (2 credit hours) Rockford, IL 61109 MET 240 CNC Programming II (3 credit hours) (815) 921-3003 Year Four Fax: (815) 921-3029 MET 105 Materials and Processes (3 credit hours) MET 133 Graphics, Solidworks,TM and CAD I (3 credit hours) *Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog.
76 2009 – 2011 Catalog CAREEREDUCATIONPROGRAMS L L L WELDING #8218 TS CONTENTS Certificate Program contact: Division of Technical Programs, INDEX (815) 921-3000
Program overview Graduates are adept in the various welding types, including gas, shielded metal arc (STICK), metal inert gas (MIG), flux core, and tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. Welding certifi- cation can be acquired in one or more welding processes.
Work and employment In today’s metalworking industry, welding is rapidly becoming the most commonly used method of joining met- als. Opportunities exist in the steel fabrication, plumbing and pipefitting, construction, automotive, nuclear, and sheet metal industries, as well as in facilities maintenance.
*Students are required to furnish their own personal pro- tective equipment.
Welding Certificate Requirements Welding/8218 (24 credits) WLD 150 Blueprint Reading for Welders (3) WLD 151 Fundamentals of Welding Theory (3) WLD 152 Arithmetic for Welders (3) *WLD 153 Arc Welding: Flat (3) *WLD 154 Arc Welding: Vertical (3) *WLD 155 Arc Welding: Horizontal (3) *WLD 156 Arc Welding: Overhead (3) Select one from the following: *WLD 157 M.I.G. Welding (3) *WLD 158 T.I.G. Welding (3) *WLD 159 Arc Welding: Bellhole/Pipe (3) *WLD 161 Arc Welding: Arkansas/Pipe (3) *WLD 175 Certification Qualification (3) *WLD 181 Special Topics Welding (3) *WLD 182 Internship in Welding Technology (3) *WLD 180 Independent Study in Welding (5)
*Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog.
77 COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL AGREEMENTS
78 2009 – 2011 Catalog COOPERATIVEEDUCATIONALAGREEMENTS L L Rock Valley College has career education cooperative edu- *Popular college contacts for cooperative programs are as cational agreements with several Illinois community col- follows (please contact Student Development Office for CONTENTS leges so that students may enroll in occupational degree additional information): and/or certificate programs not available at RVC. Students INDEX take all specialized courses at the cooperating college. Blackhawk Technical College Related technical and general education courses required 6064 Prairie Rd., P.O. Box 5009 by the cooperative programs may be taken at Rock Valley Janesville, WI 53547 College or the community colleges offering the program. (608) 758-6900 The cooperating college will issue all degrees or certifi- • Culinary Arts (A.A.S.) cates for successful completion of the individual program. • Dental Assistant (Diploma) The student pays the in-district tuition of the offering • Electric Power Distribution (Diploma) institution. See “Cooperative Agreements and Tuition • Electromechanical Technician (A.A.S.) Chargebacks” in the Tuition and Fees section. • Food Service Aide (Certificate) • Landscape and Turf Services (Diploma) For further information about the program, call the • Machine Tool Operation (Diploma) Student Development Office at (815) 921-4281. Students • Medical Assistant (Diploma) who wish to obtain application materials, please call • Physical Therapist Assistant (A.A.S.) ahead and schedule an appointment. • Radiography (A.A.S.) • Sonography Rock Valley College has cooperative educational agreements with the following two Wisconsin institutions: Blackhawk Elgin Community College Technical College and Gateway Technical College. 1700 Spartan Dr. Elgin, IL 60123-7193 Rock Valley College also participates in “Comprehensive (847) 697-1000 Agreement Regarding the Expansion of Educational Resources” (C.A.R.E.E.R.). This cooperative agreement Gateway Technical College 3520 30th Ave. includes the following Illinois institutions: Kenosha, WI 53144-1690 Black Hawk College Kishwaukee Community College* (262) 564-3300 Carl Sandburg College Lake Land College • Aeronautics - Pilot Training (A.A.S.) Danville Community College Lewis and Clark Community • Air Conditioning - Heating and Refrigeration Elgin Community College Lincoln Land Community College Heartland Community College McHenry County College* Technology (A.A.S.) Highland Community College* Morton College • Culinary Arts (A.A.S.) Illinois Central College Prairie State College • Graphic Technologies - Designer (A.A.S.) Illinois Valley Community College* Richland Community College • Health Information Technology (A.A.S.) John Wood Community College Sauk Valley Community College* • Horticulture (A.A.S.) Joliet Junior College South Suburban College Kankakee Community College Southwestern Illinois College • Interior Design (A.A.S.) Kaskaskia College Waubonsee Community College • Interpreter Technician (A.A.S.) • Judicial Reporting (A.A.S) Rock Valley College also has individual cooperative agree- • Physical Therapist Assistant (A.A.S.) ments with the following Illinois institutions that are not • Technical Communications (A.A.S.) included in C.A.R.E.E.R.: Harper College, Oakton Community College, and Parkland College. Harper College 1200 West Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067-7398 (847) 925-6000 • Cardiac Technology (A.A.S) • Cardiographic Technology Certificate • Culinary Arts: Culinary Arts Certificate • Bread and Pastry Arts Certificate • Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography Certificate • Diagnostic Medical Sonography (A.A.S and Certificate) • Paralegal Studies (A.A.S. and Certificate) • Vascular Technologist Certificate
Highland Community College 2998 West Pearl City Rd. Freeport, IL 61032 (815) 235-6121
79 2009 – 2011 Catalog COOPERATIVEEDUCATIONALAGREEMENTS
Illinois Valley Community College 815 North Orlando Smith Ave. Oglesby, IL 61348 (815) 224-2720
Kishwaukee College 21193 Malta Rd. Malta, IL 60150-9699 (815) 825-2086
McHenry County College 8900 U.S. Highway 14 Crystal Lake, IL 60012-2738 (815) 455-3700
Oakton Community College 1600 East Golf Rd. Des Plaines, IL 60016 (847) 635-1600 • Facilities Management and Engineering (A.A.S. and Certificates) • Health Information Technology (A.A.S. and Certificates) • Medical Laboratory Technology (A.A.S.) • Physical Therapist Assistant (A.A.S.)
Parkland College 2400 West Bradley Ave. Champaign, IL 61821-1899 (217) 351-2200 • Communication Technology (A.A.S.) • Radio-TV/Video (A.A.S.)
Sauk Valley Community College 173 IL Rt. 2 Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-5511
Waubonese Community College Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive Sugar Grove, IL 60554-9454 (630) 466-7900
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L L INDEX CONTENTS agreement has been defined, itwithout cannot the be approval changed of athe counselor College. and the Dean of College in fall and springfollowing semesters the or term summer in sessions whichthe the contract. student entered into numbered 100 through 299 (excludingcourses certificate-level so indicated under “Coursea Descriptions”) with grade point average of at least 2.0. Valley College. 2. Complete all provisions of the contract. Once the 3. Earn a minimum of 12 semester credits at Rock Valley 4. Earn a minimum of 64 semester credits in courses 5. Successful completion of 20 semester credits at Rock Students may earn a maximumin of physical three education semester activity credits classestoward (FWS the 100-199) Associate in General Studies Degree. #0100 bered 100 to 299. courses. ture, philosophy, THE 133, HUMHUM 111, 114, HUM HUM 112, 115, and SPH 202. and Physical Sciences divisions. bered 100 to 299. courses. (FWS). Allied Health and Human Services Division. Sciences and Humanities Division. Division. Programs Division. (as defined in the A.A.requirement). degree humanities Students must complete one coursefollowing from electives: the STU 101 (CareerBUS Planning), 101 (Introduction to Business),(Consumer BUS Economics 105 and Personal Finance), CIS 102 (Introduction to ComputersInformation and Systems), CIS 202 (Introduction to Business Computer Systems). • Business –• All courses in Composition the and Business Literature Division. – All courses num- • Computers and Information Systems – All • Humanities – All courses in art, music, litera- • Life/Physical Sciences – All courses in• the Life Mathematics – All mathematics courses num- • Modern Languages – All modern language • Physical Education – All 200 level• courses Health and Service Careers – All• courses in the Social Sciences – All courses in• the Social Technology – All courses in the• Technology Technical – All courses in the Technical • ENG 101• and SPH 131. A mathematics• course numbered 100 A or social• above. science course numbered A 100 humanities or course above. numbered 100 or above • A science• course numbered 100 Career or requirement above. (1-3 semester credits). following areas of concentration: include: b. A minimum of 15 semester credits in one of the a. A general education component which must individualized program. This contract will includefollowing points the agreed upon bycounselor the and student approved and by their the Dean. REQUIREMENTSFORTHE ASSOCIATEINGENERAL STUDIESDEGREE The program leading to thether General primarily Studies baccalaureate degree (transfer) is oriented nei- normarily pri- occupational oriented. It isgram, an permitting individualized flexibility pro- in theStudents selection will of qualify courses. for thedegree Associate when in they General have Studies satisfiedments: the following require- 1. Enter into a contract with a counselor establishing an 2009 – 2011 Catalog GENERALSTUDIESDEGREE 82
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L TS 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L All courses on the following pages were approved by the Illinois Community College Board. Academic Affairs CONTENTS
Each course title is followed by the IAI Number, followed Academic Course Division INDEX by the number that indicates whether the course is Discipline Prefix PhoneNumber Baccalaureate or Transfer (1.1), Career-Technical (1.2) Accounting ...... ATG ...... (815) 921-3101 or Developmental (1.4). Anthropology ...... ANP ...... (815) 921-3317 • Following the description of the course is the number Apprenticeships ...... APT ...... (815) 921-3101 of semester hours of credit, followed by the number of Art ...... ART ...... (815) 921-3317 lecture hours per week and the number of lab hours per Astronomy ...... AST ...... (815) 921-3471 week. Atmospheric Science ...... ATS ...... (815) 921-3471 • If a course meets for a shorter or longer period than a Automotive ...... ATM ...... (815) 921-3000 semester, the lecture and laboratory hours are adjusted Aviation ...... AVM ...... (815) 921-3020 so that the total number of hours will be the same as the Biology ...... BIO ...... (815) 921-3471 total for the semester. Building Construction ...... BCT ...... (815) 921-3101 • These classifications are according to the master Business ...... BUS ...... (815) 921-3101 course file of the Illinois Community College Board. Chemistry ...... CHM ...... (815) 921-3471 • Only degree-level courses numbered from 100 through Child Care & Development . .CHD ...... (815) 921-3338 299 will meet degree requirements. Credit earned in Composition & Literature .ENG/LIT . . . .(815) 921-3338 courses numbered below 100 (Type 1.6) and above 299, Computers & and in select certificate-level courses, will not count Information Systems . .CIS, PCT, WEB .(815) 921-3101 toward any degree. Criminal Justice ...... CRM ...... (815) 921-3200 • Courses on the following pages are listed in alphabeti- Dental Hygiene ...... DNT ...... (815) 921-3235 cal order by subject areas. Listed below are the instruc- Economics ...... ECO ...... (815) 921-3317 tional divisions and the subject areas offered by those Education ...... EDU ...... (815) 921-3338 divisions. Electrician Apprenticeship . .ELC ...... (815) 921-3101 Engineering ...... EGR ...... (815) 921-3101 Fire Science ...... FRE ...... (815) 921-3200 Fitness, Wellness & Sport . .FWS ...... (815) 921-3801 Geography ...... GEO ...... (815) 921-3317 Geology ...... GEL ...... (815) 921-3471 Graphic Arts ...... GAT ...... (815) 921-3101 Health Courses ...... HLT ...... (815) 921-3200 History ...... HST ...... (815) 921-3317 Human Services ...... HSR ...... (815) 921-3200 Humanities ...... HUM ...... (815) 921-3317 Journalism ...... JRN ...... (815) 921-3338 Management ...... MGT ...... (815) 921-3101 Manufacturing Engineering Technology . . . .MET ...... (815) 921-3101 Marketing ...... MKT ...... (815) 921-3101 Mass Communication ...... COM ...... (815) 921-3317 Mathematics ...... MTH ...... (815) 921-3471 Modern Language . . . .FRN, GRM, SPN .(815) 921-3317 Music ...... MUS ...... (815) 921-3317 Nursing Aide ...... NAD ...... (815) 921-3261 Nursing Programs ...... NRS ...... (815) 921-3261 Office Programs ...... OFF ...... (815) 921-3101 Personal Computer Technical Specialist ...... PCT ...... (815) 921-3101 Philosophy ...... PHL ...... (815) 921-3317 Physical Geography ...... PGE ...... (815) 921-3471 Physics ...... PHY ...... (815) 921-3371 Political Science ...... PSC ...... (815) 921-3317 Practical Nursing ...... PNU ...... (815) 921-3261 Psychology ...... PSY ...... (815) 921-3317 Respiratory Care ...... RSP ...... (815) 921-3200 Sociology ...... SOC ...... (815) 921-3317 Speech ...... SPH ...... (815) 921-3338 Surgical Technology ...... SRG ...... (815) 921-3200 Theater ...... THE ...... (815) 921-2151 84 Web Information Tech...... WEB ...... (815) 921-3101 Welding ...... WLD ...... (815) 921-3001 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L ACCOUNTING ATG ATG 111 - ATG 215 - TS Managerial Accounting Intermediate Accounting I CONTENTS Division of Business/Computers IAI: BUS 904 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Managerial Accounting presents accounting Intermediate Accounting I is an in-depth and Information Systems as a system of producing information for analysis of accounting principles related to INDEX (815) 921-3101 internal use in managing business. The the preparation of general-purpose finan- course emphasizes the identification, accu- cial statements for external users of ATG 106 - mulation, and interpretation of information accounting information. The efforts of Introduction to Accounting Debits for planning, controlling, and evaluating the accounting organizations such as the FASB and Credits performance of the separate components of a (Financial Accounting Standards Board), IAI: None 1.1 business. Included is the identification and the APB (Accounting Principles Board), Introduction to Accounting Debits and measurement of the costs of producing goods and the AICPA (American Institute of Credit teaches the theory of double entry or services and how to analyze and control Certified Public Accountants) are reflected accounting, which utilizes both a debit and these costs. Decision models commonly used in the material. Issues covered include credit part for every business transaction. in making specific short- and long-term busi- those related to the Balance Sheet, Recording transactions in the general jour- ness decisions also are included. Statement of Retained Earnings, Income nal, posting transactions to the general Prerequisite: ATG 110 Statement and Statement of Cash Flows. ledger, and the preparing of the work Credit: 4 semester hours Representative areas of accounting sheet and preparation of the income state- Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 include, but are not limited to, cash, ment, capital statement, and balance sheet receivables, inventories, and property, will be covered. ATG 120 - plant, and equipment. This course is a core Prerequisite: None Microcomputer Spreadsheet course requirement for an A.A.S. degree in Credit: 1 semester hour Application in Accounting accounting. (Offered fall semester only) Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: ATG 111 with a grade of Microcomputer Spreadsheet Application in “C” or higher. ATG 107 - Accounting concentrates on the utilization Credit: 4 semester hours Introduction to Accounting of a computer spreadsheet software pro- Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Special Journals gram to solve accounting problems and to IAI: None 1.1 report accounting information. Current ATG 216 - Introduction to Accounting Special software available for the IBM-compatible Intermediate Accounting II Journals is a continuation of Accounting microcomputer will be used. IAI: None 1.1 106, Debits and Credits. The course Prerequisite: ATG 110; or ATG 106 and Intermediate Accounting is a continuation demonstrates the use of the special journals ATG 107 of the in-depth analysis of accounting prin- to save time and effort by grouping similar Credit: 2 semester hours ciples related to the preparation of gener- transactions and by division of labor. Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 al-purpose financial statements for exter- Special journals studied include the nal users of accounting information, which Combined Journal, Sales Journal, Purchases started in ATG-215. Representative areas Journal, Cash Receipts Journal, and Cash ATG 123 – of accounting include, but are not limited Payments Journal. Posting procedures and General Ledger Software to, liabilities, including long-term debt, special ledgers will also be covered. Applications in Accounting stockholders equity, earnings per share, Prerequisite: ATG 106 IAI: None 1.2 revenue recognition, accounting for income Credit: 1 semester hour General Ledger Software Applications in taxes, accounting for leases, accounting for Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 Accounting concentrates on the utilization pensions, and the statement of cash flows. of a computer general ledger software pro- This is a requirement of financial account- ATG 110 - gram to solve accounting problems, and to ing option of the A.A.S. degree in account- Financial Accounting report accounting information. The pay- ing. (Offered in spring semester) IAI: BUS 903 1.1 roll function is introduced including cur- Prerequisite: ATG 215 Financial Accounting presents accounting rent regulations. Current commercial soft- Credit: 3 semester hours as an information system that produces ware available for the IBM-compatible Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 summary financial statements, primarily micro computer will be used. for users external to a business or other Prerequisite: ATG 110, and CIS 102 or ATG 218 - enterprise. Students study the forms of CIS 202. Federal Income Tax business organization and the common Credit: 2 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 transactions entered into by businesses. Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Federal Income Tax is a course where The emphasis is on understanding and emphasis is placed on federal income taxes applying basic accounting principles and ATG 210 - for the individual. The course covers both other concepts that guide the reporting of Cost Accounting the practical preparation of income tax the effect of transactions and other eco- IAI: None 1.1 returns and the theoretical understanding nomic events on the financial condition Cost Accounting studies the nature of of the law. Subjects covered include taxa- and operating results of a business. How to costs and relevant accounting data for pur- tion of non-business individuals, propri- analyze and interpret historical financial poses of improving decision-making. The etary business operations, and gains/losses statements, as well, and the limitations of determination of product costs, budgets from the sale of various types of property. using these in making forward-looking and standards, and capital budgeting are The federal income taxation of partnerships business decisions is included. The pri- among the topics studied. This course is a and corporations will also be introduced. mary content emphasis will be accounting core curriculum requirement for an A.A.S. This course is a core curriculum require- for current assets and liabilities, long-term degree in accounting. ment for an A.A.S. degree in accounting. assets and liabilities, stockholder equity, Prerequisite: ATG 111 with a grade of Prerequisite: ATG 110 or consent of corporations’ cash flow statements, and “C” or higher. instructor. financial statement analyses. Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 4 semester hours Prerequisite: ATG 106 and ATG 107 Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 with grade “C” or higher; or, completion of high school accounting with grade “C” or higher. Or consent of instructor. Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 85 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L ATG 220 - ANTHROPOLOGY ANP APT 151 - Fraud Detection and Deterrence Reinforcing and Blueprints CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 Liberal Arts Division IAI: None 1.2 Fraud examination will cover the principle The Reinforcing/Blueprints course is a and methodology of fraud detection and (815) 921-3338 study of concrete reinforcing steel, includ- INDEX deterrence. The course includes such top- ing the tools, manufacture, bar use and ics as skimming, cash larceny, check tam- ANP 102 - identification, ties and erection methods, pering, register disbursement schemes, Introduction to Physical fabrication, handling and storage, bar slic- billing schemes, payroll and expense reim- Anthropology and Archaeology ing and welding. Reinforcing blueprints bursement schemes, non-cash misappro- IAI: S1 902 1.1 covering all types of structures will be priations, corruption, accounting principles This course is an introduction to the prin- studied in detail. Also includes a study of and fraud, fraudulent financial statements, ciples of evolution and the origin of people the fundamentals of blueprint reading, and interviewing witnesses. and their culture. It includes the study of including: types, lines, symbols, abbrevia- Prerequisite: ATG 110 people as a member of the order of pri- tions, detailing, elevations, and standard Credit: 3 semester hours mates, fossil people, prehistoric archaeolo- gauging as it applies to the ironworking Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 gy, and the beginnings of early civiliza- trade. tions, race, and racism. Prerequisite: APT 150 Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours ATG 291 - Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 2.5 Internship Accounting Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 APT 152 - Internship Accounting enables the student ANP 103 - Ornamental Ironwork and to work part-time as an accounting intern Introduction to Cultural Fabrication in a business organization, educational Anthropology IAI: None 1.2 institution, or government agency. This IAI: S1 901N 1.1 The Ornamental Ironwork and Fabrication will be done under the supervision of a col- This course is a basic survey of the princi- course is a review and continuation of APT lege accounting faculty member. It is the ples of cultural anthropology including the 151 of the fundamentals of blueprint read- student’s responsibility to secure this part- concept of culture and its various aspects. ing, layout methods, tools, mensuration, time or full-time position, and approval Language, economics, kinship, religion, properties of structural steel, fitting up must be obtained from the college faculty and art are included. Some attention is and welding, and specific fabrication of member. The number of work hours is also given to distinctive theoretical steel stairs and handrails. variable. approaches and to problems of culture Prerequisite: APT 151 Prerequisite: 30 semester hours of credit change. Credit: 3 semester hours in the accounting curriculum. Prerequisite: None Lecture: 2 Lab: 2.5 Credit: 1-6 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 APT 153 - Ornamental Wall Systems ATG 295 - IAI: None 1.2 Independent Study in Accounting APPRENTICESHIP– The Ornamental Wall Systems course will IAI: None 1.2 IRONWORKERS APT cover the subjects of hand tools, power Independent Study in Accounting enables tools, and anchors and fasteners used in the student to conduct an individual proj- Division of Technical Programs the ironworking industry, the operation of ect based on a special area of interest in layout instruments, the subject of curtain accounting. Course requirements are (815) 921-3003 walls and window walls as well as the based on a special area of interest in applying of sealants, glazing systems, and accounting. Course requirements are Rock Valley College, in cooperation with testing window and curtain wall systems. based on the nature of the project under- the Ironworkers Joint Apprenticeship Prerequisite: APT 152 taken. Committee, sponsors related apprentice- Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None ship classroom training. Admission to the Lecture: 2 Lab: 2.5 Credit: 1-6 semester hours Ironworkers Apprenticeship program is Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 determined by the joint apprenticeship APT 250 - committee. Students who wish to be con- Welding and Burning I sidered for an apprenticeship should apply IAI: None 1.2 ATG 298 – to the Ironworkers organization listed on The Welding and Burning I course covers Accounting Capstone page 76. welding methods and procedures as they IAI: None 1.2 apply to the ironworking trade. Content The Accounting Capstone course will rein- APT 150 - will include electrode and metal identifica- force concepts learned throughout the Introduction to Apprenticeship tion, methods and procedures, machine accounting program by applying account- IAI: None 1.2 setup and controls, and weld testing. ing knowledge and skills to problems and The Introduction to Apprenticeship course Prerequisite: APT 153 cases. Students will have the option to is an introduction to apprenticeship Credit: 3 semester hours take the national certification exam and including transportation, reporting to Lecture: 2 Lab: 3.5 obtain their Certified Bookkeeper work, proper clothing. Certificate upon completion of the course. Prerequisite: Minimum requirements as APT 251 - Prerequisite: This course is to be taken per apprenticeship standard; Approved Welding and Burning II the final semester prior to graduation. by the U.S. Department of Labor, IAI: None 1.2 At least 18 credit hours of ATG courses Bureau of Apprenticeship and The Welding and Burning II course is a review must be completed with a “C” or higher. Training. and continuation of methods and procedures Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours as they apply to the ironworking trade. Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2.5 Content will include electrode and metal iden- tification, methods and procedures, machine setup and controls and weld testing. Prerequisite: APT 250 Credit: 3 semester hours 86 Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L APPRENTICESHIP– APT 280 - APPRENTICESHIP– TS Blueprints and Patterns I CONTENTS SHEETMETAL IAI: None 1.2 TOOLAND WORKERS APT The Blueprints and Patterns I course is a DIE/PRECISION study of layout and pattern development MACHINIST APT INDEX Division of Technical Programs along with materials and mathematics. (815) 921-3003 Shop work and service functions are also Division of Technical Programs included in this course. 815) 921-3003 Rock Valley College, in cooperation with the Prerequisite: APT 183 Sheet Metal Workers Joint Apprenticeship Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 Rock Valley College, in cooperation with Committee, sponsors related apprentice- the Rockford Tooling and Machining ship classroom training. Admission to the APT 281 - Association, sponsors related apprentice- Sheet Metal Workers Apprenticeship pro- ship classroom training. Admission to the gram is determined by the joint appren- Blueprints and Patterns II IAI: None 1.2 Tool and Die/Precision Machinist ticeship committee. Students who wish to Apprenticeship program is determined by be considered for an apprenticeship should The Blueprints and Patterns II course studies blueprint reading, blowpipe, safety, the Rockford Tooling and Machining apply to the Sheet Metal Workers organiza- Association. Students who wish to be con- tion listed on page 76. plastics and fiberglass and food and bever- age dispensing equipment. sidered for an apprenticeship should apply Prerequisite: APT 280 to the Rockford Tooling and Machining APT 180 - Credit: 4 semester hours Association organization listed on page 76. Introduction to Apprenticeship Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 Apprenticeship training is available in IAI: None 1.2 the specific categories of die maker, tool The Introduction to Apprenticeship course APT 282 - maker, mold maker, header die maker, covers the historical development of precision machinist, and machine repair. apprenticeship, the local program, and the Advanced Systems I IAI: None 1.2 technology of the sheet metal industry. APT 190 - There also will be in-depth study of layout The Advanced Systems I course is a study of the layout and pattern development, Mathematics for Machine and pattern development. Technology I Prerequisite: None shop work, and field installation of advanced systems. Advanced welding techniques will IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 4 semester hours The Mathematics for Machine Technology I Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 also be studied. Prerequisite: APT 281 course covers whole numbers, fractions, Credit: 4 semester hours decimals, fractions, powers and roots, and APT 181 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 percents. English and metric units of meas- Mathematics and Processes I ure are used with precision measuring IAI: None 1.2 APT 283 – equipment, and formulas and equations The Mathematics and Processes I course is with metalworking related subjects. Related the study of mathematics, materials, and Advanced Systems II IAI: None 1.2 metalworking subjects are also covered. various field operations. Safety on the job Prerequisite: None will also be covered. Drafting techniques The Advanced Systems II course studies residential heating and air conditioning, Credit: 3 semester hours will be introduced. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: APT 180 food service and beverage dispensing equipment, sign work, and supervision. Credit: 4 semester hours APT 194 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 Architectural sheet metal and advanced blueprint reading are also covered. Blueprint Interpretation Prerequisite: APT 282 IAI: None 1.2 APT 182 - Credit: 4 semester hours The Blueprint Interpretation course will Mathematics and Processes II Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 teach the student to interpret various IAI: None 1.2 types of three-view drawings, how to read The Mathematics and Processes II course cov- tolerance information, and how to inter- ers mathematics, materials, layout and pattern APT 284 - Advanced Studies I pret dual system dimensioning and toler- development, field installation and drafting. ances. Includes the metric system of Prerequisite: APT 181 IAI: None 1.2 The Advanced Studies I course covers dimensioning and ISO symbols which Credit: 4 semester hours includes a comprehensive study of the Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 advanced welding and cutting. The course includes SMAW, MIG, and TIG welding, application of geometric dimensioning and plus gas cutting and welding safety. The tolerancing techniques. This will use the APT 183 - course also covers an in-depth study of ANSI/ASME Y10.5-M standards. Mathematics and Processes III Prerequisite: APT 190 IAI: None 1.2 service techniques. Prerequisite: APT 283 Credit: 3 semester hours The Mathematics and Processes III course Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 covers mathematics for sheet metal workers, Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 as well as architectural sheet metal, welding, APT 289 - residential heating, and air conditioning. Metal Cutting Applications Prerequisite: APT 182 APT 285 - Advanced Studies II IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 4 semester hours The Metal Cutting Applications course will Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 IAI: None 1.2 The Advanced Studies II course covers the teach students metal cutting applications procedures for air balancing (T.B.A.), service with various types of cutting tools. Topics work (H.V.A.C.) and hoisting and rigging, covered will be materials, machinability of plus the use of various air balancing instru- materials, tool materials, turning, boring, ments. The writing of project reports for milling, grooving, threading and drilling. engineers on the job will also be covered. The Students will learn how to select proper reports include information on duct traverse, tooling based on material specifications air flow, air quantities and fan performance. and blueprint specifications. Prerequisite: APT 284 Prerequisite: APT 194 Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3.5 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 87 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L APT 290 - ELC 122 - ELC 246 - Tooling Processes I Lighting and Transformers Power Controls CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 The Tooling Processes I course will The Lighting and Transformers course cov- The Power Controls course includes power emphasize die-making principles, life and ers general lighting, safety, installation controls, control of DC motors, process INDEX construction; punching pilots, strippers requirements and code studies, incandes- control, air conditioning and refrigeration, and stock guides; shedders and knockouts. cent lamps, fluorescent lamps and ballasts, welding control, instrumentation, static Also covered are nest-gages, punches, die and circuit calculation. Students learn control basic concept and logic circuits, stops and die sets; jig and fixture making inductance to better understand trans- and static control application of elements. and geometric tolerancing. formers and motors. Transformer princi- Also included is a review of code and static Prerequisite: APT 194 and QLT 106 ples are covered in addition to types, sin- control circuit analysis. Credit: 3 semester hours gle-phase, and three-phase connections. Prerequisite: ELC 245 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: ELC 121 Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 APT 291 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Tooling Processes II ELC 247 - IAI: None 1.2 ELC 123 - Advanced Studies I The Tooling Processes II course covers Motors and Wiring Systems IAI: None 1.2 cutting material, lathe groups, milling, IAI: None 1.2 The Advanced Studies I course begins the shaping, grinding, drilling, testing, and The Motors and Wiring Systems course fifth year of Electricians Apprenticeship. automation. emphasizes the principles of AC motors. The main focus of this course is advanced Prerequisite: APT 290 Types of AC motors taught are split-phase, studies in electronics, codeology, and code Credit: 3 semester hours capacitor, repulsion, shadepole, universal, design blueprints. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 and three-phase motors. Wiring systems of Prerequisite: ELC 246 less than 400 volts, 480/277 volts, three- Credit: 4 semester hours phase delta, blueprint reading, and wiring Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 APPRENTICESHIP– systems for distribution are also covered. Prerequisite: ELC 122 ELC 248 - ELECTRICIANS ELC Credit: 4 semester hours Advanced Studies II Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 Division of Technical Programs The Advanced Studies II course is the final (815) 921-3003 ELC 243 - class of this program. Students will receive Alternating Current advanced and in-depth instruction in three Rock Valley College, in cooperation with the IAI: None 1.2 areas: programmable controllers, blue- Electricians Joint Apprenticeship Committee, The Alternating Current course is a review prints, and air conditioning controls. sponsors related apprenticeship classroom of alternating current with emphasis on Prerequisite: ELC 247 training. Admission to the Electricians inductance, grounding studies, inductance Credit: 4 semester hours Apprenticeship program is determined by reactance, capacitive reactance and math- Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 the joint apprenticeship committee. ematics for AC circuits. Included also are Students who wish to be considered for an AC series and parallel circuits, plus power ELC 249 - apprenticeship should apply to the factor correction and problems. Electrician Internship I Electricians organization listed on page 76. Prerequisite: ELC 123 IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 4 semester hours The Electrician Internship course has been ELC 120 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 developed and established as the on- Introduction to Apprenticeship the-job component of the Electrician IAI: None 1.2 ELC 244 - Apprenticeship program, consisting of The Introduction to Apprenticeship class Electronics Circuitry work relating to the wiring of residential, includes a historical study of apprenticeship, IAI: None 1.2 commercial, industrial, and/or specialized local apprenticeship, the electrical industry, The Electronics Circuitry course focuses electrical systems. All of the on-the-job and its future. Students will study mathe- on basic electronics concepts, basic recti- work-related activities will be performed matics, safety and job information on tools, fiers, filter circuits and power supplies, under the direct supervision of a journey- materials, circuits, and good housekeeping. and amplifier circuits. Also covered are worker. Students may repeat this course Prerequisite: None audio amplifiers, time delays and relays, one time. Credit: 4 semester hours and controls. Prerequisite: ELC 121 Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: ELC 243 Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 5 ELC 121 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Electrical Theory and Code ELC 250 - IAI: None 1.2 ELC 245 - Electrician Internship II The Electrical Theory and Code course Motor Control IAI: None 1.2 includes electrical theory in structure of IAI: None 1.2 The Electrician Internship II course is a matter, Ohm’s law, circuits, resistance, The Motor Control course includes starting continuation of the on-the-job component magnetism, AC and DC, and circuit calcu- protective controls, starters and relays, of the Electrician Apprenticeship program. lations. The electrical code is introduced, blueprint reading, job and reverse circuits, The on-the-job component will consist of with emphasis on definitions, wiring meth- sequence control circuits, circuit analysis, work relating to the wiring of residential, ods, grounding and over-current protec- and trouble shooting. commercial, industrial, and/or specialized tion. Blueprint reading is also covered. Prerequisite: ELC 244 electrical systems. All of the on-the-job Prerequisite: ELC 120 Credit: 4 semester hours work-related activities will be performed Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 under the direct supervision of a journey- Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 worker. This course is repeatable one time. Prerequisite: ELC 121 Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 0 Lab: 5 88 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L ELC 251 - ART 104 - ART 122 - TS Electrician Internship III Color Theory Ceramics II CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 The Electrician Internship III course is a Color Theory is a study of the formal and Ceramics II is a continuation of Ceramics I. continuation of ELC 250 and serves as the expressive properties of color based upon The processes, techniques and aesthetic INDEX on-the-job component of the Electrician the theories of Itten and Albers. Studio concepts in the ceramic media are further Apprenticeship program. The on-the-job problems investigate color compositions developed and intensified. Emphasis is component will consist of work relating to using the theoretical principles of color placed on individual exploration in either the wiring of residential, commercial, design. Three hours of studio time are hand building and/or wheel-thrown work industrial, and/or specialized electrical sys- required each week in addition to the lec- by furthering personal awareness of form, tems. All of the on-the-job work-related ture laboratory hours. content, and design. Three hours of studio activities will be performed under the Prerequisite: ART 103 or consent of time are required each week in addition to direct supervision of a journeyworker. This instructor. the lecture and laboratory hours. course is repeatable one time. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: ART 121 or equivalent. Prerequisite: ELC 121 Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Lecture: 0 Lab: 5 ART 111 - Painting I ART 131 - IAI: None 1.1 Introduction to Visual Arts ART ART Painting I is an introduction to the paint- IAI: F2 900 1.1 ing medium and its creative procedures in Introduction to Visual Arts is a study of Liberal Arts Division approaches to individual problem-solving. aesthetic concepts and their expression in Included are materials and techniques of the great art of all periods through the (815) 921-3317 the medium along with various subjective means of lecture, audio-visual aids, and problems involving form, color, and com- museum visits. This class is intended for ART 101 - position, utilizing criticism and aesthetics. students not majoring in studio art. Drawing and Composition I Three hours of studio time are required Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 each week in addition to the lecture and Credit: 3 semester hours Drawing and Composition is an introduc- laboratory hours. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tion to fundamental techniques and con- Prerequisite: ART 102 cepts of representational and expressive Credit: 3 semester hours ART 141 - drawing within a variety of media. Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Introduction to Emphasis is on object representation, spa- Nonwestern Visual Art tial illusion, and the organization of struc- ART 115 - IAI: F2 903N 1.1 tural relationships in two-dimensional Introduction to Commercial Art Introduction to Nonwestern Visual Art is a space. Three hours of studio time are IAI: None 1.1 study of the cultural and aesthetic values of required each week in addition to the lec- Introduction to Commercial Art is a study the Oriental, the Native American, the ture and laboratory hours. in the layout of photo-ready art for repro- African and Oceanic peoples of the world. Prerequisite: None duction used in commercial art. Topics Through an exposure to the artistic prod- Credit: 3 semester hours include: typography, symbols, illustration, ucts of nonwestern peoples, students gain a Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 and photography. Students are introduced more international appreciation of aesthet- to page layout, illustration, and photo ics, and the sociological, spiritual and politi- ART 102 - manipulation software on computer. The cal content in visual art. The class is taught Drawing and Composition II class is a studio class and will visit an through slide lectures, video tapes and field IAI: None 1.1 advertising agency, a print shop and pho- trips. Introduction to Nonwestern Visual Art Drawing and Composition II is a continua- tographic studio. is a nonwestern humanities credit class. tion of ART 101 with greater emphasis on Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None skill in handling materials, exploration of Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours technique, organization of composition, Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 and further development of awareness toward individual concept, theory, choice, ART 121 - ART 201 - process, and change. The interpretation of Ceramics I Life Drawing form and composition in two-dimensional IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 space is reinforced. Three hours of studio Ceramics I is an introduction to the funda- Life Drawing is a figurative approach which time are required each week in addition to mental techniques and concepts of the emphasizes drawing and composition from the lecture and laboratory hours. ceramic arts. The emphasis of this class is the structure, proportions and movement of Prerequisite: ART 101 or consent of the exploration of the ceramic medium as the human model through contour, gesture, instructor. a material for creative expression. and representational and expressive exer- Credit: 3 semester hours Functional and sculptural aspects of the cises in a variety of media. Three hours of Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 medium will be considered through assign- studio time are required each week in addi- ments incorporating hand building, wheel tion to the lecture and laboratory hours. ART 103 - throwing, surface treatments and glazing Prerequisite: ART 102 or consent of Design I techniques. Three hours of studio time are instructor. IAI: None 1.1 required each week in addition to the lec- Credit: 3 semester hours Design I is a study of basic artistic expres- ture and laboratory hours. Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 sion in two-dimensional design. Studio Prerequisite: None problems investigate the theoretical princi- Credit: 3 semester hours ples of composition, form, value, color, bal- Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 ance, pattern and texture. Three hours of studio time are required each week in addition to the lecture and laboratory hours. Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 89 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L ART 203 - ART 251 - ASTRONOMY AST Design II History of Art I CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 IAI: F2 901 1.1 Science Division Design II covers three-dimensional design. History of Art I is a study of the major Sculptural works are constructed in a variety of monuments in architecture, painting, and (815) 921-3471 INDEX media to explore problems of volume and sculpture from Paleolithic time to the space relationships. (Offered spring semester.) Byzantine and Islamic eras. This course is AST 202 - Prerequisite: ART 103 or consent of primarily for art majors. Introduction to Astronomy instructor. Prerequisite: None IAI: P1 906L 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Introduction to Astronomy is a broad survey Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 of modern astronomy examining the solar and stellar systems. Topics discussed ART 212 - ART 252 - range from an overview of the structure Painting II History of Art II and motion of comets, asteroids, and the IAI: None 1.1 IAI: F2 902 1.1 planets and their natural satellites, to an Painting II continues the processes, tech- History of ART II is a study of the major examination of our present understanding niques and ideas begun in Painting I by monuments in architecture, painting, and of the nature, origin and evolution of the developing and intensifying individual sculpture from the medieval period to the sun, stars, galaxies, and special objects. direction in the painting media, with fur- 18th century. This course is primarily for The laboratory provides an opportunity to ther exploration through critiques and dis- art majors. learn about lenses and mirrors, construc- cussions for individual comprehension of Prerequisite: None tion and use of telescopes, how to make aesthetic awareness. Three hours of studio Credit: 3 semester hours measurements, and how to read star charts time are required each week in addition to Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 and locate objects in the heavens. AST 202 the lecture and laboratory hours. is suitable for science and non-science stu- Prerequisite: ART 111 ART 253 - dents. Credit: 3 semester hours History of Art III Prerequisite: Sufficiently high placement Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 IAI: F2 902 1.1 test score; or completion of MTH 091 & History of Art III is a study of the major 092 with a grade of “C” or better; or monuments in architecture, painting, and equivalent. ART 215 – sculpture from the romantic period to the Credit: 4 semester hours Printmaking I contemporary period. This course is prima- Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 IAI – None 1.1. rily for art majors. Printmaking I is an introduction to tradi- Prerequisite: None tional and contemporary techniques with Credit: 3 semester hours ATMOSPHERIC an emphasis on image development, prop- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 SCIENCE ATS er printing techniques, and creative exper- imentation. Appropriate instruction in the ART 283 - health and safety issues relative to the Art in the Elementary Schools Science Division methods and materials of the course will IAI: None 1.1 (815) 921-3471 also be stressed. Three hours of studio Art in the Elementary Schools is an intro- time is required each week in addition to duction to art education at the primary ATS 105 - the lecture and laboratory hours. school level with emphasis on various Introduction to Atmospheric Science Prerequisite: ART 101 and 103, or con- approaches to art education, art activities IAI: P1 905L 1.1 sent of instructor. in the classroom, methods of display, and Introduction to Atmospheric Science is an Credit: 3 semester hours evaluation. This course is intended for in-depth examination of the Earth’s weather Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 educators. and climate. The course covers a broad Prerequisite: None range of topics including the origin, composi- ART 246 - Credit: 3 semester hours tion, and structure of the atmosphere; the Art History Through Travel Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 formation of clouds and precipitation; the IAI: None 1.1 formation of organized weather systems; Art History Through Travel is a study of ART 299 - weather prediction; air pollution; climates; the major monuments in architecture, Advanced Art Projects and atmospheric optics. This course fulfills painting, and sculpture from Paleolithic IAI: None 1.1 laboratory science requirements for students times to the present in world art. Advanced Art Projects are studies for both inside and outside the curriculum. Instruction is based upon pre-departure advanced art students to concentrate in an Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- topical lectures and foreign travel to major area of interest. ART 299 may not be used ment test score, or completion of MTH historical sites and museum collections. to provide a substitution for an approved 091 & 092 with a grade of “C” or better, Specialized in-depth studies of related cul- catalog course, nor will it fulfill specific or equivalent. tures (e.g., Greece and Italy, Egypt and general education requirements toward Credit: 4 semester hours Israel, Spain and Morocco, India and the A.A./A.S. degrees. Students must Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Nepal, Indonesia and Malaysia, Mexico and receive approval from the Associate Dean Central America) will periodically be of Liberal Arts and the Dean of the College.* offered. The lectures and travel itinerary Prerequisite: 2.5 minimum GPA for 15 vary from year to year. This course can be college level credit hours. taken four times for credit. Credit: 1-4 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 1 Lab: 2-6 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 *May be repeated three times for credit.
90 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L AUTOMOTIVE ATM 114 - ATM 222 - TS Brakes Manual Transmissions/Transaxles CONTENTS SERVICE IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 TECHNOLOGY ATM The Brakes course continues the student’s The Manual Transmission/Transaxles studies of automotive brake systems. This course provides training and hands-on INDEX Division of Technical Programs course covers in depth diagnosis, service, experience in diagnosis, service and repair Automotive Center and repair procedures of base brake sys- of manual transmissions, transaxles, (815) 921-3007 tems and anti-lock brake systems. Live clutches, drive shafts, CV joints and half work will be performed on customer vehi- shafts, and 4-wheel drive systems. cles in a real-world shop environment. Prerequisite: ATM 105 and ATM 106, or ATM 105 - Prerequisite: ATM 105, ATM 106 or con- consent of instructor. Introduction to Brake sent of instructor. Credit: 4 semester hours and Chassis Systems Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 The Introduction to Brake and Chassis ATM 223 - Systems course offers the student an ATM 140 - Automotive Electrical Circuits introduction to automotive brake and Engine Diagnosis and Repair IAI: None 1.2 steering/suspension systems. Theory and IAI: None 1.2 The Automotive Electrical Circuits course operation of these systems is covered. The Engine Diagnosis and Repair course is a course designed in diagnosis and Students will complete basic service proce- provides basic information on gasoline repair of automotive electrical circuits and dures on brake and steering/suspension engine theory, construction, systems, and diagnosis of automotive electronic circuit- systems to prepare them for initial employ- diagnosis. This information will be applied ry. Emphasis will be on accessory circuits ment in the automotive service industry to mechanical testing and repair proce- and components. and further training in the Automotive dures for the entire engine. The school Prerequisite: ATM, 105, ATM 106, Service Technology program. Safety in the provides late model engines for disassem- ATM 107, or consent of instructor. use of automotive tools, equipment and bly and reassembly. Live cylinder head Credit: 4 semester hours chemicals is also covered. work will be provided by the student. Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Corequisite: Completion of or concur- Corequisite: Completion of or concur- rent enrollment with ATM 106 and ATM rent enrollment with ATM 105 and ATM 140. 106, or consent of instructor. ATM 228 - Engine Performance I Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 6 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Lecture: 4 Lab: 4 The Engine Performance I course is designed to provide instruction and experience in ATM 106 - ATM 203 - the theory of operation, diagnosis, and Introduction to Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning service of solid state, computer-controlled, Electrical Systems and Systems and distributorless ignition systems. It is Powertrains IAI: None 1.2 designed to provide instruction and expe- IAI: None 1.2 The Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems rience in the theory of operation, diagno- The Introduction to Automotive Electrical course is a lecture-laboratory course sis, and service of automotive fuel systems Systems and Powertrains course offers the designed to train the student in theory, and their related sub-systems. This course student an introduction to automotive construction, installation, diagnosis, and covers related emission systems and usage electrical and engine/transmission systems. proper servicing of all types of automotive of ignition scopes, digital analyzers, scan Theory and operation of these systems is heating and air conditioning systems. tools, and other hand held equipment. covered. Students will complete basic serv- Emphasis is on safety procedures, practi- Prerequisite: Completion of two semes- ice procedures on electrical and engine/ cal application, and collecting R-12 to pro- ters of automotive course work or con- transmission systems to prepare them for tect the environment. sent of instructor. initial employment in the automotive serv- Prerequisite: ATM 106 and ATM 107, or Credit: 5 semester hours ice industry and further training in the consent of instructor. Lecture: 3 Lab: 5 Automotive Service Technology program. Credit: 4 semester hours Safety in the use of automotive tools, Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 ATM 229 - equipment and chemicals is also covered. Engine Performance II Corequisite: Completion or concurrent ATM 221 - IAI: None 1.2 enrollment with ATM 105 and ATM 140. Steering and Suspension The Engine Performance II course is a Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 continuation of Engine Performance I. This Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 The Steering and Suspension course con- course is designed to analyze, diagnose, tinues the student’s studies of automotive and test second generation ignition, fuel, ATM 107 - steering and suspension systems. This and On-board Diagnostic II (OBDII) com- Automotive Electronic course covers in-depth diagnosis, service, puter systems. Emphasis is placed on scan Fundamentals and repair procedures of steering and sus- tool analysis and recording along with cur- IAI: None 1.2 pension systems, and electronic suspen- rent graphing of fuel, ignition and sub-sys- Automotive Electronic Fundamentals is a sion and steering. Live work will be per- tems. Analysis will be performed by the continuation of ATM 106 (Introduction to formed on customer vehicles in a real- usage of aftermarket and manufacturers’ Automotive Electrical Systems and world shop environment. scan tools and digital storage scopes inter- Powertrains). This class will emphasize Prerequisite: ATM 105 and ATM 106, or faced with induction current probes. electrical and electronic theory and analy- consent of instructor. Prerequisite: ATM 105, ATM 106, ATM sis and introduce students to solid-state Credit: 4 semester hours 140, and ATM 228 or consent of instruc- electronic components and systems. Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 tor. Students will determine circuit types and Credit: 5 semester hours analyze both mathematically and with a Lecture: 3 Lab: 5 digital multimeter. Prerequisite: ATM 105, ATM 106 or con- sent of instructor. Credits: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 91 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L ATM 236 - AVIATION AVM 104 - Advanced Computers/Controls Records and Publications CONTENTS Systems MAINTENANCE IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 TECHNOLOGY AVM The Records and Publications course The Advanced Computers/Controls Systems includes record keeping and reference to INDEX course is a lecture-laboratory course designed Falcon Road Center current maintenance publications. to increase the student’s level of knowledge (815) 921-3000 or 921-3016 Students will be required to write descrip- of automotive computer-controlled systems. tions of aircraft condition and work per- This course covers an in-depth analysis and formed, as well as complete required main- AVM 101 - testing of OBDII, variable ratio steering tenance forms, records, and inspection Materials and Processes systems, ABS, and the latest body-con- IAI: None 1.2 reports. Students will also learn to select trolled module (BCM) and powertrain-con- The Materials and Processes course con- and use FAA, manufacturers’ data sheets, trol module (PCM) controlled functions. sists of theory and practice in nondestruc- and Federal Aviation Regulations. Students Analysis will be performed using digital tive testing methods, basic heat treating, will be able to read and interpret technical meters, oscilloscopes, PC interfacing soft- aircraft hardware and materials, inspection data and understand the mechanic’s privi- ware, and other hand held equipment. and checking of welds. Special stress will leges and limitations. Prerequisite: ATM 107 or consent of be on the fabrication of flexible and rigid Prerequisite: AVM 101 or consent of instructor. lines. instructor. Credit: 4 semester hours Corequisite: Completion of or concur- Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 rent enrollment with AVM 103 and AVM Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 105 ATM 242 - Credit: 3 semester hours AVM 105 - AutomaticTransmissions/Transaxles Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 Aircraft Drawing – Weight and IAI: None 1.2 Balance The Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles IAI: None 1.2 AVM 102 - course covers the theory of Simpson gear The Aircraft Drawing course is designed to Basic Electricity trains, removal, disassembly, rebuilding IAI: None 1.2 make use of drawings, symbols, and and installation of automatic transmissions The Basic Electricity course is oriented to schematic diagrams. Students will use and transaxles. Includes in-car diagnosis the aircraft system. This includes capaci- blueprint information, charts, and graphs. and service, hydraulics and electronics. tance, inductance, calculating and measur- Also covered is the weighing of aircraft Prerequisite: ATM 105 and ATM 106, or ing electrical power, current, resistance, with the completion of weight and balance consent of instructor. continuity, and leakages. Reading schemat- checks and the recording of data. Credit: 5 semester hours ic diagrams is emphasized. A study is also Corequisite: Completion of or concur- Lecture: 3 Lab: 5 made of acid and alkaline batteries. rent enrollment with AVM 101 and AVM Prerequisite: AVM 101 or consent of 103. ATM 285 - instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours Independent Study Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 The Independent Study course allows stu- AVM 106 - dents to develop specific course goals and AVM 103 - Cleaning and Corrosion Control objectives based on their needs and previ- IAI: None 1.2 Aviation Mathematics and Physics ous automotive experience. Students will IAI: None 1.2 The Cleaning and Corrosion Control work with the automotive instructor to The Aviation Mathematics and Physics course covers detection, identification and determine course goals and length of train- course is geared to the needs of the avia- treatment of corrosion on aircraft struc- ing time. tion maintenance technician. This includes tures. Corrosion prevention strategy and Prerequisite: Automotive maintenance extracting roots, raising numbers to a phenomenon theory will be investigated. experience or completion of automotive given power, and computing the areas and Prerequisite: AVM 104 or consent of courses in the process area of study. volumes of geometrical shapes. Also instructor. Credit: 1-6 semester hours included is solving ratio, percentage, and Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 proportion problems. Algebraic operations Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 in the use of positive and negative num- ATM 290 - bers is stressed. The physics material will AVM 160 - Special Topics offer the principles of simple machines, Fuel and Lubrication Systems IAI: None 1.2 sound, fluid, and heat dynamics. IAI: None 1.2 The Special Topics course is designed to Corequisite: Completion of or concur- The Fuel and Lubrication Systems course satisfy topics of special interest in a partic- rent enrollment with AVM 101 and AVM covers the identification and selection of ular area of automotive. Topics will vary 105. aircraft fuels, lubricants, and their systems from semester to semester. Students may Credit: 2 semester hours as they apply to specific operating condi- repeat this course up to a maximum of six Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 tions and other utility requirements. credit hours. Included is a detailed study of carburetion Prerequisite: None. and fuel injection methods as they serve Credit: 1-6 semester hours the complex fuel metering demands of Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 modern aircraft powerplants. Prerequisite: AVM 162 or consent of instructor. Credit: 6 semester hours Lecture: 5 Lab: 5
92 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L AVM 161 - AVM 165 - AVM 244 - TS Engine Support Systems Engine Electrical Systems Aircraft Auxiliary Systems CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 The Engine Support Systems course is a The Engine Electrical Systems course con- The Aircraft Auxiliary Systems course cov- theoretical and practical approach to the sists of theory and practice in the repair ers the inspection, checking, troubleshoot- INDEX systems that coordinate the powerplant. and testing of engine electrical components ing, servicing, and repair of aircraft posi- They are engine instruments, fire protec- including starters, generators, alternators tion and warning, ice and rain control, and tion, induction and supercharging, cooling, and their regulating devices, switches, con- fire protection systems. and exhaust systems. Inspections of these trols, wiring and circuit protection methods. Prerequisite: AVM 246 or consent of systems will be stressed. Prerequisite: AVM 160 or consent of instructor. Prerequisite: AVM 160 or consent of instructor. Credit: 1 semester hour instructor. Credit: 2 semester hours Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 AVM 245 - AVM 166 - Aircraft Electrical Systems AVM 162 - Propeller Systems IAI: None 1.2 Basic Powerplants IAI: None 1.2 The Aircraft Electrical Systems course is IAI: None 1.2 The Propeller Systems course covers the designed to familiarize students with the The Basic Powerplants course is a study of theory and practice of propeller installation installation, checking, troubleshooting, each engine part in theoretical and practi- and removal, inspection, servicing and repair servicing, and repair of aircraft electrical cal detail. Students will disassemble an air- of fixed pitch, constant speed, full feathering systems and components. craft engine and determine dimensional propellers and their governing systems. Prerequisite: AVM 102 or consent of compliance with overhaul specifications Prerequisite: AVM 160 or consent of instructor. while using precision instruments and instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours gauges. The engine will be reassembled to Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 operational standards. Students will be Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 supervised in the operation of assorted AVM 246 - types of reciprocating engines early in the AVM 241 - Aircraft Instruments and course for orientation purposes. Aircraft Finishing and Covering Communication Systems Prerequisite: AVM 106 and AVM 247 or IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 consent of instructor. The Aircraft Finishing and Covering course The Aircraft Instruments and Credit: 6 semester hours presents procedures concerning the interi- Communication Systems course is Lecture: 5 Lab: 5 or and exterior structure of airframes as designed to give students a basic under- they apply to various finishing methods. standing of installation, inspection, check- AVM 163 - Emphasis will center on application of ing, servicing, and repair of aircraft instru- Ignition Systems trim, letters, touch up paint and dope, ment, communication and navigation sys- IAI: None 1.2 inspection of finishes and identification of tems. The Ignition Systems course is a complete defects. An introduction to fabric-covering, Prerequisite: AVM 104 or consent of study of high and low tension systems for plastics, honeycomb, laminated structures, instructor. reciprocating and turbine engines. bonded structures, interiors, doors and Credit: 2 semester hours Magnetos will be treated in detail. Special windows will also be covered. Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 emphasis will be placed on switches, har- Prerequisite: AVM 106 or consent of nesses and spark plugs with related trou- instructor. AVM 247 - bleshooting under operational conditions. Credit: 3 semester hours Aircraft Metal Structures Prerequisite: AVM 162 or consent of Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 IAI: None 1.2 instructor. The Aircraft Metal Structures course cov- Credit: 3 semester hours AVM 242 - ers the inspection, installation, repair, Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Cabin Atmosphere Control checking, servicing, and fabrication of Systems sheet metal. AVM 164 - IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: AVM 250 or consent of Advanced Powerplants The Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems instructor. IAI: None 1.2 course covers the inspection, checking, Credit: 6 semester hours The Advanced Powerplants course is a troubleshooting, service and repair of heat- Lecture: 5 Lab: 5 theoretical and practical approach to serv- ing, cooling, air conditioning, pressuriza- icing, repair, overhaul, and operation of tion, and oxygen systems. AVM 248 - reciprocating and turbine engines with Prerequisite: AVM 246 or consent of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Control stress on developing troubleshooting skills. instructor. Systems Theory and operation of induction, cool- Credit: 2 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 ing, and exhaust systems for reciprocating Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 The Hydraulic and Pneumatic Control and turbine engines will be covered. Systems course covers the repair, inspec- Removal and installation of engines and AVM 243 - tion, checking, servicing, and troubleshoot- components and control rigging will be Aircraft Welding ing of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. practiced. IAI: None 1.2 Also covered is the identification and Prerequisite: AVM 162 or consent of The Aircraft Welding course is a theoreti- selection of hydraulic lubricants. instructor. cal and practical approach to the methods Corequisite: Completion of or concur- Credit: 6 semester hours of aircraft fabrication and repair by gas, rent enrollment with AVM 249 and AVM Lecture: 5 Lab: 5 arc, and heliarc welding. To be covered is 250. the welding of steel, magnesium, titanium, Credit: 3 semester hours and aluminum, the soldering of stainless Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 steel and brass; brazing, and the fabrica- tion of tubular structures. Prerequisite: AVM 246 or consent of instructor. Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 93 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L AVM 249 - BIOLOGY BIO BIO 107 - Aircraft Fuel Systems Environmental Science Laboratory CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 Science Division IAI: L1 905L 1.1 The Aircraft Fuel Systems course explains Environmental Science Laboratory is checking, inspection, repair, troubleshoot- (815) 921-3471 intended to complement BIO 106. INDEX ing, servicing, management, transfer, and Students meet two hours a week and defueling of fuel systems. To be included BIO 100 - explore environmental topics through are fuel pump, pressure fueling, compo- Introductory Human Biology hands-on exercises, videos, field experi- nents, fluid quantity, pressure and temper- IAI: L1 904 1.1 ences, and computer activities. ature warning systems. Introduction to Human Biology is intended Prerequisite: This course is limited to Corequisite: Completion of or concur- to equip liberal arts majors having limited students currently enrolled in BIO 106 or rent enrollment with AVM 248 and AVM or no science background with a knowledge who have completed it or its equivalent. 250. of human biology. General principles of Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 1 semester hour biology are integrated with the consideration Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 of the human organism as an individual and as a member of society. Content will BIO 137 - AVM 250 - include biochemistry, human metabolism, Tropical Marine Biology Assembly and Rigging a review of the systems, human genetics IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 and human reproduction. Credit will not Tropical Marine Biology is an elective field The Assembly and Rigging course provides be counted toward graduation if taken experience class with animal and plant practical knowledge in rigging alignment, after any college anatomy course. identification in a tropical region. assembly, balancing, and jacking of aircraft. Prerequisite: None Emphasis is on marine organisms with Corequisite: Completion of or concur- Credit: 3 semester hours identification by common name. There is rent enrollment with AVM 248 and AVM Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 also an orientation to the culture of the 249. country visited. Methods of study include Credit: 3 semester hours BIO 103 - lectures, field trips, wading in tide pools, Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 Introductory Life Science and snorkeling at coral reefs. Saturday ori- IAI: L1 900 1.1 entations are held in late fall with an eight AVM 251 - Introductory Life Science is designed as an to 10 day field trip during winter interses- Landing Gears Systems introductory life science course for liberal sion offered in alternate years. IAI: None 1.2 arts majors or other students interested in Prerequisite: None The Landing Gears Systems course a survey of biological principles. Topics Credit: 3 semester hours includes the inspection, checking, servic- covered range from the cell and the theory Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 ing and repair of landing gear, retraction of evolution to genetic engineering. Credit systems, shock struts, brakes, wheels, tires for BIO 103 will not be counted toward BIO 140 - and steering systems. graduation if students have previous credit Introduction to Evolution Prerequisite: AVM 250 or consent of for BIO 205. IAI: L1 907 1.1 instructor. Prerequisite: None Introduction to Evolution is designed to Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours introduce the student to the major princi- Lecture: 2.5 Lab: 2.5 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ples of evolutionary biology. The course will include a history of evolutionary AVM 252 - BIO 104 - thought and will work through the funda- Airframe Inspection Introductory Life Science mental concepts of geological evolution IAI: None 1.2 Laboratory and its impact on life, the origins and his- The Airframe Inspection course covers the IAI: L1 900L 1.1 tory of life, mechanisms of evolution, and performance of airframe conformity and Introductory Life Science Laboratory is evolutionary genetics. Although the airworthiness inspection procedures. intended as a laboratory experience to emphasis will be on major concepts, the Prerequisite: AVM 246 or consent of complement BIO 103. Students meet two course will also provide some understand- instructor. hours each week and explore basic biologi- ing of the methods used in evolutionary Credit: 2 semester hours cal concepts through hands-on exercises investigations. Lecture: 2 Lab: 1 and online laboratories. Credit for BIO 104 Prerequisite: None will not be counted toward graduation if Credit: 3 semester hours AVM 285 - students have previous credit for BIO 205. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Independent Study Prerequisite: This course is limited to IAI: None 1.2 students currently enrolled or who have BIO 150 - The Independent Study course is for the avi- completed BIO 103 or its equivalent. Microbes and Society ation maintenance technology student who Credit: 1 semester hour IAI: L1 903 1.1 wishes to take their oral and practical FAA Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Microbes and Society is designed for the exams at Rock Valley College. A repeat of general student who wishes to learn more this course, up to six credits, is permissible. BIO 106 - microbes. Disease, biological weapons, the Prerequisite: None Environmental Science foods we eat, and environmental cleanup Credit: 1-6 semester hours IAI: L1 905 1.1 are just a few of the ways microbes affect Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 Environmental Science is designed as an our lives. Microbes have the potential to introductory life science course for liberal destroy us and save us. This class AVM 290 - arts majors or other students interested in explores the relationship between society Special Topics environmental issues. Students study and these fascinating organisms. IAI: None 1.2 aspects of ecology, pollution, and other Prerequisite: None The Special Topics course is designed to sat- environmental issues, with emphasis on Credit: 3 semester hours isfy topics of special interest in a particular current events and possible solutions for Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 area of aviation. Topics will vary from semes- the future. ter to semester. Students may repeat this Prerequisite: None course up to a maximum of six credit hours. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 1-6 semester hours 94 Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L BIO 155 - BIO 171 - BIO 210 - TS Microbes and Society Laboratory Biology of Human Disease Introductory Field Botany CONTENTS (Approval Pending) IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 IAI: L1 903L 1.1 Biology of Human Disease is designed for the Introductory Field Botany entails recogni- Microbes and society is designed for the general student who wishes to learn more tion of the major plant communities in the INDEX general student who wishes to learn more about diseases affecting the human body, Northern Illinois area. Lecture and lab about microbes. Disease, biological weapons, their causes, transmission, prevention and involve ecological study of the dominant the foods we eat, and environmental cleanup cures. Topics covered include the causes plants in these communities, plant identifi- are just a few of the ways microbes affect of disease, the body’s response to disease, cation, plant form and function. Two-thirds our lives. Microbes have the potential to ways to prevent disease, and specific dis- of the time is spent in the field. destroy us and save us. This class explores orders such as viral diseases, sexually Prerequisite: None the relationship between society and these transmitted diseases, AIDS and cancer. Credit: 4 semester hours fascinating organisms. Prerequisite: None Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Prerequisite: This course is limited to Credit: 3 semester hours students currently enrolled or who have Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 BIO 211 - completed BIO 150. General Botany Credit: 1 semester hour BIO 185 - IAI: L1901L, BIO 910 1.1 Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Foundations of Anatomy and General Botany considers topics such as Physiology the plant cells, metabolism, reproduction, IAI: None 1.1 evolution, ecology, anatomy, and charac- BIO 162 - Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology teristics of the major taxonomic groups. Human Heredity undertakes a systems-approach, compre- Ecological adaptations of these groups are IAI: L1 906 1.1 hensive study of the human body. Lab emphasized, including their morphological, Human Heredity is designed for the general emphasizes the interrelationships between physiological, and behavioristic features. student who wants to learn more about the structure and function. The course is intend- This is one of three courses essential for principles of human heredity, population ed for students in prenursing, prerespiratory all biology majors (205, 211, 221). genetics, and recent discoveries in genetics therapy, preradiology, physical education, or Prerequisite: None including the mapping of the human chro- other fields requiring only one semester of Credit: 4 semester hours mosome and genetic technology. The ethi- Anatomy and Physiology. Credit for BIO 185 Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 cal issues raised due to advances in human will not be counted toward graduation upon heredity will also be examined. completion of BIO 281 or BIO 282. BIO 213 - Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: High school chemistry and Practical Botany Credit: 3 semester hours biology within last five years or chem- IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 istry and biology at the college level. Practical Botany is designed for students Credit: 5 semester hours seeking a better general knowledge of BIO 164 - Lecture: 4 Lab: 2 plants and their uses. It involves the study Field Ecology of plant structure, seeds, growth regula- IAI: None 1.1 BIO 205 - tion, soils, cloning, controlled environ- Field Ecology is a travel experience course Principles of Biology ments, edible wild plants, natural dyes, to study the effects of glaciation, soils and IAI: BIO 910 1.1 landscaping, house plants, natural commu- climate on plant and animal communities. Principles of Biology is the first required nities, plant pests, spice-drug plants and Indicator species, stability, and succession course for pre-professional and life science new uses of plants. No previous experi- of communities are compared. majors. Emphasis is on broad biological ence with botany is necessary. Identification of communities, vegetation, and biochemical concepts including cell Prerequisite: None and animals is required, with an emphasis structure and function, biochemistry, ener- Credit: 3 semester hours on field study. A one-week field trip is con- gy requirements and genetics with special Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ducted during spring or summer interim. emphasis on laboratory procedures. Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: CHM 120 or its equivalent. BIO 221 - Credit: 3 semester hours This is the first of three courses essen- General Zoology Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 tial for all biology majors (205, 211, IAI: L1 902L, BIO 910 1.1 221). General Zoology is designed to introduce BIO 166 - Credit: 4 semester hours life science and preprofessional majors to Tropical Ecology Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 the broad scope of animal life and zoologi- IAI: None 1.1 cal principles. Lectures stress evolution Tropical Ecology is a travel/field experience BIO 208 - and relationships of animal groups, natural that provides a general overview of a wide Science in Elementary School: history, ecology, and life cycles. variety of biological topics including ecology, Teaching Evolution Laboratory sessions are devoted to taxono- environmental biology, and natural history IAI: LI 900 1.1 my and structure of the animals. This is as they apply to the specific region visited. Science in the Elementary School: one of the three courses essential for all Fieldwork will include the collection, identi- Teaching Evolution is a course for teach- biology majors (205, 211, 221). fication, and classification of regional plants ers which concentrates on the teaching of Prerequisite: None and animals; observation and analysis of the evolution as a focus for developing inquiry- Credit: 4 semester hours various ecosystems of the area; discussion of based science education. It will include Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 the interaction between the nonliving and evolutionary content, methodologies for living components of the ecosystems teaching evolution in the classroom, and encountered; and orientation to the culture strategies for dealing with the controversy of the country visited. Methods of study will that might arise in the teaching of evolu- include lectures, field excursions, and labo- tion. Course content is tied to the National ratory exercises at the field station’s facili- Science Education Standards. ties. Orientation meetings will be required Prerequisite: PSY 270 or permission of preceding the trip offered in alternate years. instructor. Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 95 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L BIO 274 - BUILDING BCT 168 - Microbiology Construction Internship CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 CONSTRUCTION IAI: None 1.2 Microbiology is an introduction to the TECHNOLOGY BCT Construction Internship requires a super- interrelationships among microorganisms vised experience in a building construction INDEX and between them and their living and Division of Engineering and technology using a cooperative training non-living environments. The broad princi- Technology plan agreed to by the instructor, partici- ples of microbiology illustrated are applica- pating firm and student. The student must ble to a wide range of student interest and (815) 921-3101 submit an application to the instructor may provide a foundation for study in the prior to mid-term of the previous semester various divisions of the medical and biolog- BCT 101 - and requires consent of the instructor or ical professions. Introductory Drafting division director. Variable and repeatable Prerequisite: Four credits of college biol- IAI: None 1.2 credit may be earned up to six hours. ogy or four credits of college chemistry. Introductory Drafting presents fundamen- Prerequisite: Current enrollment in the Credit: 4 semester hours tal principles designed to allow the student Building Construction Technology cur- Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 to communicate effectively in the graphic riculum; completion of at least 15 cred- language. This course introduces the con- its in BCT courses. BIO 281 - cepts and applications of drafting equip- Credit: 1-6 semester hours Human Anatomy and Physiology I ment and tools, lettering, sketching, geo- Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 IAI: None 1.1 metric construction, and residential plan- Human Anatomy and Physiology I is ning. A partial set of residential working BCT 190 - designed for students pursuing admission drawings constitutes the major project. Commercial Construction to four-year nursing and other Allied Prerequisite: None Blueprint Reading Health programs. This in depth course Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 covers approximately half the body sys- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Commercial Construction Blueprint tems, including cytology, histology, and Reading is an all-inclusive blueprint inter- the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and BCT 104 - pretation and methodology course. nervous systems. Laboratory exercises Residential Construction Blueprint Emphasis is on developing a broad knowl- provide hands-on study through the use of Reading edge in reading structural blueprints and prepared materials, cadavers, histological IAI: None 1.2 specifications used in commercial con- preparations, and computer simulations. Residential Construction Blueprint struction. This course covers wood frame, Prerequisite: CHM 120, or CHM 210 Reading is an introductory survey course concrete, masonry, and steel frame struc- Credit: 4 semester hours relating the necessary blueprint concepts tures. Students complete a trade compe- Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 used in the industry to the final construc- tency exam at the end of each unit. tion process. Topical areas include: the Prerequisite: BCT 104 or consent of BIO 282 - vocabulary of lines, reading scales, con- instructor. Human Anatomy and Physiology II struction mathematics, basic drawing pro- Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.1 jection, use of symbols, reading basic spec- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Human Anatomy and Physiology II is a ifications, dimensioning basic drawings, companion course to BIO 281-Anatomy and obtaining information from schedules. BCT 195 - and Physiology I. Anatomy and Physiology Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Construction Surveying I II covers the remaining body systems BCT 101 or consent of instructor. IAI: None 1.2 including endocrine circulatory, lymphatic, Credit: 2 semester hours Construction Surveying I includes the fun- respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 damentals of plane surveying and the use of and reproductive, as well as, fluid and surveying equipment, emphasizing con- electrolyte balance, and acid base balance. BCT 117 - struction-related aspects of surveying and Prerequisite: BIO 281 Construction Materials I the development of skills in using surveying Credit: 4 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 field information. The measuring of dis- Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Construction Materials I is a survey of sev- tance, theory and practice of levels, angles, eral manufactured products for the build- bearing principles, surveying, and construc- BIO 290 - ing industry primarily used as structural or tion surveying problems are studied in coor- Applied Research in Biology framing members. dinated class and laboratory assignments. IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Applied Research in Biology provides elec- Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours tive credit for serving as an intern in a Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 field research environment. Students will learn about research methods, use of labo- BCT 119 - BCT 202 - ratory equipment, and the role of the Construction Materials II Residential Mechanical Systems research team. IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Construction Materials II is a survey of Residential Mechanical Systems introduces Credit: 3 semester hours several manufacturing products for the the basic systems used in home construc- Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-15 building industry primarily used as protec- tion. Heating, plumbing, and electrical sys- tive or finishing materials. tems are discussed with application to Prerequisite: None basic functions, design, and efficiency. BOTANY Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None – See Biology Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
96 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L BCT 218 - Construction BCT 239 - BCT 260 - TS Surveying II Wood Frame Structures Building Construction Estimating CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Construction Surveying II is an advanced Wood Frame Structures presents funda- Building Construction Estimating intro- surveying course for construction techni- mental principles that allow the student to duces the basic concepts of preparing con- INDEX cians. Major concepts covered are triangu- communicate effectively in the graphic lan- struction cost estimates including the four lation, construction computations, coordi- guage concerning wood structural compo- major components—material, labor, over- nate systems, land surveying, and engi- nents. Students are introduced to structural head, and profit. A systematic approach to neering surveying. The student will use a wood framing techniques, with emphasis on quantity surveys is emphasized. Students Total Station in the field to collect survey- primary structural members and their rela- first apply manual techniques and then uti- ing data and interface CAD software to tive position within residential and light lize a computer and Timberline software to generate drawings and maps. commercial construction projects. complete an estimating project of an entire Prerequisite: BCT 195, MTH 100, MTH Structural framing plans, drawn on the CAD residence. 132, or MTH 125 system, are typical required lab projects. Prerequisite: BCT 190 Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: BCT 237 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 BCT 219 - BCT 270 - Statics and Strength of Materials BCT 248 - Construction Job Scheduling for Building Construction Computer-Aided Architectural IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Drafting II Construction Job Scheduling introduces Statics and Strength of Materials for IAI: None 1.2 the concepts and skills necessary to effec- Building Construction provides the analy- Computer-Aided Architectural Drafting II tively schedule and communicate a con- sis of real force systems by the application expands upon the concepts studied in BCT struction project. The student is intro- of the principles of equilibrium to rigid 237. Introduction to use of script files, duced to the critical path method and bodies, and simple structures. This course menu editing, drawing attributes, and 3-D PERT. Practical scheduling projects apply is a study of stresses and deformations applications for architectural drafting will both manual techniques and commercial produced by external forces under various be presented. The student will study appli- software for a personal computer. loading conditions and specifically applied cable AutoCAD linkages with other archi- Construction management components of to building construction technology. tectural-related software programs. planning, cost awareness, and resource Computer-aided design will be incorporat- Prerequisite: BCT 237 or consent of control are presented and applied. ed where applicable. instructor. Prerequisite: BCT 260 Prerequisite: MTH 100, MTH 132 or Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours MTH 125, or consent of instructor. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 BCT 250 - BCT 287 - Special Topics in Building Structural Detailing BCT 225 - Construction IAI: None 1.2 Construction Safety IAI: None 1.2 Structural Detailing provides the student IAI: None 1.2 Special Topics in Building Construction an experience in preparing structural Construction Safety presents a compre- explores specific applications, skills, or inter- detail drawings for application to commer- hensive review of safety and health stan- est in building construction technology. A cial structures of steel and concrete. dards for the construction industry as special topic requires: adequate and available Principles of steel, reinforced concrete and required by the Occupational Safety and materials on a specific construction related pre-cast concrete are introduced for back- Health Administration, Department of issue, a comprehensive course outline, ground in the standards and conventions Labor. Certificate cards are issued for instructor expertise, student and community of logical detailing. Structural detail draw- completion of this course. interest, and ability to increase skills and/or ings are created using a CAD system. Prerequisite: None knowledge in building construction technolo- Prerequisite: BCT 239 Credit: 3 semester hours gy. Variable and repeatable credit up to six Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 credit hours may be earned. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: Determined by the special BCT 237 - topic and consent of instructor. BCT 298 - Computer-Aided Architectural Credit: 1-6 semester hours Independent Study Drafting Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0-4 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Independent Study encourages individual Computer-Aided Architectural Drafting pro- BCT 251 - projects or research of special interest vides the student with the opportunity to Codes, Contracts, and related to Building Construction learn architectural applications of AutoCAD. Specifications Technology. The student must submit an Although no previous computer experience IAI: None 1.2 application to the division director prior to is required, a basic knowledge of architec- Codes, Contracts, and Specifications is a mid-term of the prior semester for a spe- tural drafting conventions is required. survey of the various types of building cific topic in cooperation with a qualified Prerequisite: BCT 104 or recent drafting codes and contract documents associated instructor. Approval of the topic and study experience. with residential and commercial construc- plan by the instructor and division director Credit: 3 semester hours tion projects. Specifications are discussed is required. Variable and repeatable credit Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 in detail and computer generated specifi- up to six hours may be earned. cations are demonstrated. A case study of Prerequisite: Current enrollment in the a current construction project constitutes Building Construction Technology cur- the major project. riculum, completion of a minimum of Prerequisite: BCT 104 or consent of 12 credits in BCT courses, and sopho- instructor. more class standing. Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 1-6 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30
97 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L BUSINESS BUS BUS 200 - BUS 207 - Legal Environment in Business The Virtual Company CONTENTS Division of Business/Computers IAI: BUS 913 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 Legal Environment in Business is a study The Virtual Company is a multidisciplinary and Information Systems of the legal and social environment of busi- course which integrates education with INDEX (815) 921-3101 ness, with emphases on business ethics business. Students work as team members and corporate social responsibilities. Areas in a simulated business firm in a state-of- BUS 101 - of concentration include governmental reg- the-art facility performing the business Introduction to Business ulation of business, securities law, con- functions of purchasing, accounting, mar- IAI: BUS 911 1.1 sumer protection law, labor law and keting, and human resources as they trans- Introduction to Business introduces busi- employment law. act business with other virtual companies ness functions, operations, and organiza- Prerequisite: None throughout the world. Skills developed tion. The course includes ownership and Credit: 3 semester hours include inter- and intra-group communica- management, forms of organizations, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tions, group leadership, teamwork, prob- finance, business ethics, personnel and lem-solving and decision-making. labor-management relations, and marketing. BUS 201 - Prerequisite: BUS 101 or consent of the Prerequisite: None Business Law instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: BUS 912 1.1 Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Business Law is an introduction to the Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 legal system as it affects business activity. BUS 103 - Areas of concentration include formation BUS 223 - Business Mathematics and nature of contracts, the agency rela- Business Statistics IAI: None 1.2 tionships, and the Uniform Commercial IAI: BUS 901 1.1 Business Mathematics develops skill in Code, Law of Sales, and Commercial Business Statistics addresses the basic con- handling the mathematics of business Paper. cepts of statistical analysis used in business transactions as a businessperson and a Prerequisite: None decision-making, including the use of proba- consumer. After a review of the fundamen- Credit: 3 semester hours bility to deal with uncertainty. The student tal processes, problems are covered which Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 will analyze and work out simple problems involve percentage, markup, discounts, and will be able to recognize the application interest, taxation, bank reconciliation, pay- BUS 203 - of different statistical techniques, interpret roll, insurance, index numbers, stocks and Economics for Business the results of analyses, and recognize bonds. Credit may not be earned in both IAI: None 1.1 instances in which statistical techniques BUS 100 and 103. Economics for Business is a basic survey have been misused. Statistical concepts and Prerequisite: MTH 091 & 092 with a course in economics focusing on conceptu- techniques covered include measures of grade of C or higher. al understanding of basic economic princi- location, measures of variability, sampling Credit: 3 semester hours ples and their application to practical distributions, interval estimation, hypothesis Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 analysis rather than mathematical inter- testing, variance analysis, and simple linear pretations. Areas of concentration include regression. BUS 105 - economic decision-making, price determi- Prerequisite: MTH 120 or MTH 160 or Consumer Economics and nation, goals and problems of the macro approval of instructor. Personal Finance economy, the role of government in the Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.1 macro-economy and markets, monetary Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Consumer Economics and Personal theory, costs of production, competition Finance studies the personal, social, and and market structure, and labor issues. BUS 272 - political aspects of consumer roles. Among Prerequisite: None Internship in Business the topics discussed are consumer rights Credit: 3 semester hours Administration and responsibilities, consumer law, con- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 sumer decision-making, purchase decisions Internship in Business Administration recog- in various product and service categories, BUS 206 - nizes that participation in a work setting can budgeting, taxes, macro-economic policy Fundamentals of Investing provide a significant educational experience and inflation, borrowing, saving and invest- IAI: None 1.2 beyond what can be accomplished in a for- ing. Fundamentals of Investing is a course that mal classroom. This course provides super- Prerequisite: None focuses on personal investment planning vised occupational experience in business Credit: 3 semester hours and analysis. Emphasis will be on methods administration. The student will identify an Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 of evaluation applicable to all types of per- area of career emphasis which should relate sonal investments. Specific vehicles dis- to the student’s intended career objective. A BUS 170 – cussed include common and preferred training plan will be developed by the stu- Introduction to Organizational stock, short to long-term debt securities, dent, the faculty coordinator, and the coop- Behavior gold, real estate and other tangibles, no- erating employment supervisor. The intern- IAI: None 1.2 load and load mutual funds, insurance ship site is to be arranged by the student. A Introduction to Organizational Behavior is products, IRA’s and other retirement vehi- maximum of six semester hours of credit can an introduction to the theories and con- cles, warrants, options and futures con- be earned in this course or a combination of cepts of human behavior and organiza- tracts. Suitability of particular investments this course and an independent study tions. Foundations of behavior of individu- to individual student objectives and cir- course. als and groups and organizational struc- cumstances will be stressed. Prerequisite: Completion of 30 semester ture are studied. Application of these theo- Prerequisite: None hours of credit in the Business ries and concepts of management issues Credit: 3 semester hours Administration curriculum at Rock are discussed. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Valley College. Prerequisite: None Credit: 1-6 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
98 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L BUS 279 - keting, supply chain management, and inter- CHM 110 – TS Principles of Finance national business theory. Students through General, Organic and CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 collaborative action-learning will develop an Biochemistry I (New Course) Principles of Finance is an introduction of understanding of management, entrepre- (IAI Approval Pending) financial techniques used in management neurship, and business practices that are IAI: P1 902L 1.1 INDEX decisions. The course emphasizes the basic ethically, socially, and globally responsible. General, Organic and Biochemistry I is principles of finance including the process, Prerequisite: Fifteen (15) credit hours from designed for the Allied Health students who institutions, markets, and instruments any of the following disciplines: Business require introductory organic chemistry as part involved in the transfer of money among (BUS), Management (MGT), Marketing of their Program of Study. This course is the individuals, businesses and governments. (MKT), and/or Accounting (ATG). first semester of a two-semester sequence, and Prerequisite: ATG 110 Credit: 3 semester hours provides an introduction to the principles and Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 fundamentals of general chemistry upon which Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 organic chemistry is based. Topics covered include measurements; states, compositions, BUS 282 - CHEMISTRY CHM and properties of matter; atomic structure and International Business chemical bonding; chemical reactions, chemical IAI: None 1.2 equations and calculations of formula mass and International Business examines why inter- Science Division moles; solutions; acid-base equilibria and national business takes place, what advan- (815) 921-3471 nuclear chemistry. This course will satisfy the tages accrue to firms operating internation- General Education Physical Science require- ally, what makes international business dif- CHM 099 - ment for an Associates in Arts (AA) degree. ferent from purely domestic operations, and Introductory Chemistry (New Course) Prerequisite: CHM 099 or high school how these operations relate to a country’s IAI: None 1.4 chemistry (recently taken) with a grade overall international economic position. Introductory Chemistry is designed for the of “C” or better; MTH 094 (Intermediate Prerequisite: BUS 101 Introduction to student who has not had high school chem- Algebra PartII) or equivalent with a Business istry or who wishes a basic review of high grade of “C” or better Credit: 3 semester hours school chemistry. The course provides an Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 introduction to the concepts, principles and cal- Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 culations of general inorganic chemistry. The BUS 295 - intent of this course is to ensure a more seam- CHM 120 – Independent Study in Business less and successful transition to a transferable, General Chemistry I Administration college-level chemistry course. Credit for CHM (Formerly CHM 101) IAI: None 1.2 099 will not be counted toward graduation. IAI: P1 902L, CHM 911. 1.1 Independent Study in Business Administration Prerequisite: MTH 092 Beginning General Chemistry I is the first semester of a is designed for the student who desires to con- Algebra Part II, or equivalent with a college-level two-semester sequence in the duct an individual project or research based grade of “C” or better study of the fundamental principles and con- on personal goals and objectives in an area of Credit: 3 semester hours cepts of chemistry with emphasis on such top- special interest in business. Course require- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 ics as stoichiometry; atomic structure; ments are based on the nature of the subject chemical periodicity; chemical bonding and under study. A maximum of six semester hours CHM 105 - structure; chemical reactions; solids; liquids; of credit can be earned in this course or a com- Foundations in Chemistry for gases; acids, bases, and salts, and thermochem- bination of this course and an internship course. Non-Science Majors (New Course) istry. CHM 120 is generally required for science This course may be repeated three times. (IAI Approval Pending) majors and engineers, and satisfies part of the Prerequisite: Enrollment in the general IAI: P1 903L 1.1 General Education Physical Science require- business curriculum, completion of 30 Foundations in Chemistry for Non-science ment for an Associates in Science (AS) degree. semester hours of credit Rock Valley Majors is designed for a student pursuing a Prerequisite: Sufficiently comprehensive College and consent of the instructor or non-science associates degree and is seek- high school chemistry course (recently Associate Dean. ing a chemistry course to satisfy the taken), or with a grade of “C” or better; Credit: 1-6 semester hours Physical Science General Education MTH 120 (College Algebra) or equiva- Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 requirements for an Associates in Arts lent with a grade of “C” or better. (AA) degree. This course provides a broad Credit: 4 semester hours BUS 296 - background in general chemical principles Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Special Topics in Business and examines the influence of chemistry Administration on society through studies on topical sub- CHM 130 – IAI: None 1.2 ject areas in chemistry such as energy, General Chemistry II Special Topics in Business Administration environmental or health issues. This (Formerly CHM 102) provides an overview of the many facets course is not intended for science or engi- IAI: CHM 912 1.1 involved in managing and organizing neering majors. Credit will not be counted General Chemistry II is the second semester today’s nonprofit organization. This course toward graduation if you also complete continuation of CHM 120 with emphasis on will assume a realistic posture of the many General Chemistry I (CHM 120). Recent such topics as intermolecular forces, solutions, and various functions involved in obtaining high school chemistry or CHM 099 within kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base the- managerial success in a non-profit organi- the last five years is highly recommended ories, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, oxi- zation. Course may be repeated three times. before taking this course. dation-reduction chemistry, coordination Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: High school chemistry chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory Credit: 1-4 semester hours with a grade of “C” or better (recom- time is devoted to experiments illustrating Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0 mended); MTH 094 (Intermediate the above topics and qualitative analysis of Algebra, Part II) or equivalent with a selected cations and anions. CHM 130 is BUS 298 – grade of “C” or better. generally required for science majors and Global Small Business Incubator – Credit: 4 semester hours engineers, and is a prerequisite for Organic IAI: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Chemistry I (CHM 220). The Global Small Business Incubator is a Prerequisite: General Chemistry I (CHM multidisciplinary capstone course which 120) with a grade of “C” or better allows for the real-time application of small Credit: 4 semester hours business planning, strategic management, Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 accounting, finance, operations, sales, mar- 99 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L CHM 210 – CHILDCAREAND tions, leading toward the development of a per- General, Organic and Biochemistry sonal philosophy of child guidance. A weekly CONTENTS II (New Course) DEVELOPMENT CHD five-hour field assignment is required. (IAI Approval Pending) Prerequisite: CHD 101 IAI: P1 904L 1.1 Liberal Arts Division Credit: 3 semesters hours INDEX General, Organic and Biochemistry II is the (815) 921-3338 Lecture: 2 Lab: 5 second semester continuation of CHM 110, and focuses on the organic and biochemical CHD 106 - CHD 100 - nature of compounds. Topics include organic Music for the Young Child The Child Care Worker nomenclature, structure, physical properties, IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 reactions and synthesis of major organic Music for the Young Child will include a sur- The Child Care Worker develops an under- functional groups. In addition, this course vey of the types of musical interests of young standing of the child care worker in relation provides an introduction to biochemical top- children, and a collection of songs and musi- to guiding the young child. Methods of ana- ics such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, cal experiences for young children will be lyzing programs and possible solutions are nucleic acids and their subsequent metabo- developed. Emphasis is given to methods investigated as they relate to human behav- lism. This course may be a requirement for which will encourage musical participation ior. A weekly two-hour field assignment is some Allied Health programs. by the children. Weekly field assignments are required. Prerequisite: General Organic and required. (Offered fall semester.) Prerequisite: None Biochemistry I (CHM 110) with a grade Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- Credit: 3 semester hours of “C” or better tration in CHD 101. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 3 semesters hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 CHD 101 - The Developing Child CHM 220 – IAI: None 1.2 CHD 107 - Organic Chemistry I Science for the Young Child The Developing Child is an overview of the IAI: CHM 913. 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 physical-motor, emotional, social and cogni- Organic Chemistry I is designed for science Science for the Young Child will focus on tive growth processes from the prenatal peri- majors and pre-professional students. It methods and planning activities for science od through adolescence. This course is a pre- presents the chemistry of alkanes, alkyl with young children and will emphasize the requisite for all upper level child care courses. halides, cycloalkanes, and unsaturated hydro- guided exploration and experimentation of Prerequisite: None carbons, including conjugated and aromatic children in their world. Weekly field assign- Credit: 5 semester hours systems, with emphasis on preparation, reac- ments are required. (Offered spring semester.) Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 tions, stereochemistry and reaction mecha- Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- nisms of these and related compounds. tration in CHD 101. CHD 103 - Laboratory emphasizes basic techniques used Credit: 2 semesters hours Nutrition and Health of in synthesis and qualitative analysis of organ- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 the Young Child ic compounds. IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: General Chemistry II CHD 108 - Nutrition and Health of the Young Child (CHM 130) with a grade of “C” or better Art for the Young Child includes the study of basic human nutrition, Credit: 4 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 the nutritional value of food, relationship of Lecture: 3 Lab: 4 Art for the Young Child introduces a wide food and food habits to nutrition, relation- variety of art media and activities suitable for ship of nutrition to biological development, CHM 230 – use with young children with an emphasis on safety, health and sanitary practices, regula- Organic Chemistry II (Formerly the value and importance of these enriching tions and agencies. (Offered fall semester.) creative art experiences. Weekly field assign- CHM 221) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- IAI: CHM 914. 1.1 ments are required. (Offered spring semester.) tration in CHD 101. Organic Chemistry II is a continuation of CHM Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- Credit: 2 semester hours 220 and is designed for science majors and tration in CHD 101. Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 pre-professional students. It emphasizes the Credit: 3 semesters hours study of the chemistry of the fundamental Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 CHD 104 - organic functional groups such as alcohols, Large Muscle Development carbonyl compounds, ethers, carboxylic acids IAI: None 1.2 CHD 201 - and their derivatives, amines, and phenols Language Development Large Muscle Development provides an and carbohydrates. This study includes spec- IAI: None 1.2 opportunity to plan and implement appro- troscopy, methods of preparation and reac- Language Development will focus on the priate physical activities both indoors and tions and reaction mechanisms of these and structure and function of children’s language, outdoors for young children. (Offered spring related compounds. Laboratory emphasizes developmental process of language and its semester.) basic techniques used in synthesis and qualita- interrelationship and dependency upon other Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- tive analysis, including some instrumentation. growth processes. Weekly field assignments tration in CHD 101. Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry I (CHM are required. (Offered fall semester.) Credit: 2 semester hours 220) with a grade of “C” or better Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 4 semester hours tration in CHD 101. Lecture: 3 Lab: 4 Credit: 3 semesters hours CHD 105 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Developing Techniques for Working with the Young Child IAI: None 1.2 Developing Techniques for Working with the Young Child includes weekly participation experiences with groups of young children. Emphasis is on the child care worker’s role in relation to young children. Weekly seminars will include discussion of guidance principles and techniques applied to children in group situa- 100 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L CHD 202 - CHD 206 - COMPUTERS TS Family-Community Relationships Mathematics for the Young Child CONTENTS and Resources IAI: None 1.2 ANDINFORMATION IAI: None 1.2 Mathematics for the Young Child includes SYSTEMS CIS Family Community Relationships and planning and implementation of appropriate INDEX Resources focuses on the child’s under- mathematical activities for young children. Division of Business/Computers standing of his or her world as an individual Field assignments will be required. (Offered and Information Systems and as a member of a larger community, and fall semester.) his or her relationship to it. Emphasis is on Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- (815) 921-3101 communication with parents, community tration in CHD 101. leaders and resource people, and their influ- Credit: 2 semesters hours CIS 102 - ence on the child’s development. Students Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Introduction to Computers and are required to search out the resources of Information Systems the community and compile an annotated CHD 207 - IAI: None 1.2 list of the community resources. (Offered Special Topics in Child Introduction to Computers and Information spring semester.) Development Systems surveys the uses of computers in Prerequisite: CHD 101 IAI: None 1.2 business, industry and the home. This course Credit: 3 semesters hours Special Topics in Child Development pro- introduces computer concepts, principles, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 vides special instruction in the application of and terminology. A number of hands-on child care and development principles and computer experiences are provided, includ- CHD 203 - skills to preschool and/or day-care situa- ing using word processors, spreadsheets and Curriculum Planning for tions. This course will be designed for the database software. Credit will not be given the Young Child individual needs of child care majors. A for both CIS 102 and CIS 202. IAI: None 1.2 maximum of four credits may be earned in Prerequisite: None Curriculum Planning for the Young Child is this course. Credit: 3 semester hours designed to enable the student to do total plan- Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ning for children in a child care setting. Credit: 1-4 semesters hours Emphasis is on the importance of play and Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0 CIS 117 - desirable space facilities. (Offered fall semes- Windows Command Line ter.) CHD 250 - Programming Prerequisite: CHD 101 and two of the Independent Study in Child Care IAI: None 1.2 following: CHD 103, 104, 106, 107, 108, and Development Windows/DOS Command Line Programming 201 or 206. IAI: None 1.2 is a hands-on approach to operating personal Credit: 3 semesters hours Independent Study in Child Care and computers. An overview of the microcomput- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Development is designed for the student er system will be covered including the key- who desires to conduct an individual project board, monitor, system unit, printers, and CHD 204 - or research in an area of special interest auxiliary storage. Hands-on practice will be Internship – Child Care based on personal goals and objectives. emphasized with a considerable portion of IAI: None 1.2 Course requirements are based on the the course taking place at the computer. No Internship in Child Care provides an oppor- nature of the subject under study. Repeat of previous knowledge of computers is required. tunity to plan and direct learning activities this course for a total of three credits is per- Prerequisite: Keyboard proficiency in a child care facility under supervision. missible. Credit: 2 semester hours Emphasis is on understanding the role as a Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Child Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 member of a teaching team working with Care and Development curriculum and children. Weekly seminars, two individual consent of instructor or program coordi- CIS 120 - conferences, and written assignments will nator. Introduction to Microsoft Word be required. Credit: 1-3 semesters hours IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: Credit in all CHD courses Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0 Introduction to Microsoft Word will pres- except 202 and 205. ent the basics of word processing along Credit: 4 semesters hours with such features as creating, formatting, Lecture: 1 Lab: 15 editing, saving, and printing a document. COMMUNICATION The techniques required for changing CHD 205 - – See Speech fonts and point sizes, setting and deleting Organization and Supervision of tabs, creating headers, footers, footnotes, Early Childhood Facilities and using editing tools such as the spell IAI: None 1.2 COMPOSITION checker will be taught. Organization and Supervision of Early Prerequisite: Keyboard proficiency or Childhood Facilities provides study in the – See English equivalent experience. supervisory responsibilities involved in the Credit: 1 semester hour administration of an early childhood facility. Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 It also includes program planning and imple- mentation, supervision principles, staff man- CIS 121 - agement, budget preparation, record keep- Introduction to Excel ing and evaluation procedures, governmen- IAI: None 1.2 tal licensing and regulatory agencies. Introduction to Excel will demonstrate the (Offered spring semester.) use of basic topics including spreadsheet Prerequisite: CHD 101 design, formulas, functions, and graphing. Credit: 3 semesters hours The use of this package will be presented Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 in a business problem-solving setting. Prerequisite: Keyboard proficiency or equivalent experience. Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 101 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L CIS 124 - CIS 182 - animation, and audio); object oriented pro- Introduction to PowerPoint Programming Visual Basic gramming, arrays, basic containers, text pro- CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 for Applications cessing, inheritance, polymorphism, excep- Introduction to PowerPoint will present IAI: None 1.2 tion processing, and recursion. A number of the basics needed to create, edit, and Programming Visual Basic for Applications programming assignments will be given to INDEX enhance presentations. Drawings, clip art, is a course designed for experienced pro- enable the student to build real-world Java color schemes, charts, and text will be grammers and CIS majors interested in applications. used to teach the creation of notes, hand- Visual Basic programming throughout the Prerequisite: CIS 102 outs, outlines, and presentation slides. Microsoft Office Suite. Areas of study will Recommended: CIS 276 Prerequisite: Keyboard proficiency or include Word, Excel, Access, and Credit: 4 semester hours equivalent experience. PowerPoint. Students will be encouraged to Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Credit: 1 semester hour create a project related to their own Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 job/interests to incorporate design principles CIS 241- and VBA. Advanced Java Programming CIS 130 - Prerequisite: PCI 106 and PCI 206 or IAI: CS 912 1.2 Introduction to Access CIS 130 The second in a sequence of Java program- IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 4 semester hours ming courses. Covers OOPs design and Introduction to Access is designed to teach Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 implementation of advanced Java program- the student the features available in ming; abstract data types, inheritance poly- Microsoft Access. The topics of creating a CIS 184 - morphism, dynamic binding, abstract class- database, storing, sorting, and retrieving Visual Basic Programming III es, interfaces; data structures (files, sets, data, and querying a database will be cov- IAI: None 1.2 heaps, lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs); ered. The student will learn about database CIS 184 along with CIS 181 covers topics recursion. String and text programming; management as well as the creation of useful in preparing for the Microsoft searching and sorting algorithms; JDBC forms, reports, and labels for information Certification examination in VB.NET. This database programming; GUI programming; presentation. course builds on topics introduced in CIS concurrency and networking; and Web pro- Prerequisite: Keyboard proficiency 181, such as OOP concepts related to the gramming. Students should complete BOTH Credit: 2 semester hours functionality of .NET, as well as database CIS 240 and CIS 241 at RVC before transfer- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 programming. Additionally, it includes user- ring to a four-year degree granting school. defined controls, drawing and the use of Prerequisite: CIS 240 CIS 180 - graphics with .NET, plus topics related to Credit: 4 semester hours Introduction to Visual web applications and deployment of web Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Basic Programming applications. IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: CIS 181 CIS 251 - Introduction to Visual Basic Programming is Credit: 4 semester hours Systems Analysis and Design an introductory course that is designed for Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 students and professionals with little or no Systems Analysis and Design is a study of Visual Basic or Windows programming CIS 202 - the phases of systems development and the experience. The student will learn the Introduction to Business Computer tools the analyst uses in planning, specifying BASIC language syntax, event-driven pro- Systems and implementing a system to solve mana- gramming, and how to put together a com- IAI: BUS 902 1.1 gerial and organizational problems. Other plete Visual Basic Application. Topics such Introduction to Business Computer Systems topics may include documentation, interac- as Windows programming standards and is a course for business majors planning to tion with users, systems security, and an conventions, database programming, array transfer to a four-year institution. Computer introduction to a CASE tool. processing, controls, properties, methods equipment, programming and applications Prerequisite: A one semester program- and events will be discussed. are surveyed. Topics include the meaning ming course or equivalent program- Prerequisite or Corequisite: CIS 102 and function of hardware, software, data ming experience. Credit: 4 semester hours procedures and personnel in a business Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 computer system and includes basic sys- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tems analysis and design techniques, file CIS 181 - processing, internet access methods, and CIS 254 - Advanced Visual Basic database concepts. The student will use rep- Database Programming Programming resentative business application software IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 including spreadsheets, database and word Database Programming introduces the stu- CIS 181, along with CIS 184, covers topics processing. Credit will not be given for both dent to the concept of database processing. useful in preparing to take the Microsoft CIS 102 and CIS 202. Physical representation, modeling and com- Certification examination in VB.NET. It Prerequisite: None mercial systems are covered. Each student builds on topics introduced in CIS 180, such Credit: 3 semester hours will have the opportunity to write programs as OOP concepts related to the functionality Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 using desktop, workstation and server soft- of .NET, as well as collections, arrays and ware. Client/server applications will be pre- database programming; and introduces addi- CIS 240 - sented. The course will use a modern data- tional controls useful for Windows program- Introduction to JAVA base system such as Oracle or MS SQL. ming. CIS 181 also teaches students how to Programming Prerequisite: CIS 180 or CIS 276 create user-defined classes, how to program IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 4 semester hours using the Windows file system, how to cre- Introduction to Java Programming is a Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 ate MDI applications and how to deploy course designed to introduce the student to desktop applications. Java software development. Students will Prerequisite: CIS 180 write platform-independent, object-oriented Credit: 4 semester hours code for conventional applications and for Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Internet- and Intranet-based applets. Topics covered may include fundamental program- ming principles, concepts and practices; console user interfaces (CUI) and graphical 102 user interfaces (GUI); multimedia (images, 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L CIS 276 - mentation, and maintenance. Programming CRM 103 - TS Introduction to C/C++ Programming may be required. Exact course require- Introduction to Corrections CONTENTS IAI: CS 911 1.2 ments are based on the nature of the topics IAI: CRJ 911 1.2 Introduction to C/C++ Programming pro- under study. Introduction to Corrections provides for the vides the student with an introduction to Prerequisite: Consult the RVC class opportunity to study the history of correc- INDEX programming using the C/C++ programming schedule for the current semester to tions in society, as well as the philosophical language. This course is suitable for stu- determine prerequisites and other goals of the corrections system as a means dents with little or no programming back- requirements. to deter crime. The course will also focus on ground. C/C++ is an object-oriented pro- Credit: 1-6 semester hours contemporary issues in the field of correc- gramming language that will be used in this Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 1-6 tions, including such topics as jail standards course to teach control structures: and the application of the Americans with sequence, selection, iteration, to teach CIS 291 - Disabilities Act in the jail/prison systems. structured program design, programming Internship – Field Project Prerequisite: None style, documentation, modular design, code IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours reusability, and program testing. Internship – Field Project requires individ- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Prerequisite or Corequisite: CIS 102, or ual assignments at Rock Valley College or in consent of instructor. a carefully selected local data processing CRM 104 - Credit: 4 semester hours installation. The primary purpose of this Introduction to Private Security Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 course is to give the student an in-depth IAI: None 1.2 study of a practical data processing applica- Introduction to Private Security is designed CIS 277 - tion or subject. as an introductory overview of the field, for Advanced C/C++ Programming Prerequisite: Successful completion of a either supervisors or security officers. The IAI: CS 912 1.2 sufficient number of courses to permit the general emphasis of this course is in the Advanced C/C++ Programming is a continu- student to perform a useful service to the areas of personnel and property conserva- ation of CIS 276 – Introduction to C/C++ host company; active pursuit of a tion. Areas covered will include legal bound- Programming. This course emphasizes the Computers and Information Systems aries, human relations, interviews and inter- concepts, principles and practices of object- degree program; permit slip signed by rogation, accident prevention, fire hazards, oriented programming and of data struc- division Associate Dean. This course may and traffic control. The role of “loss preven- tures. Typical topics include classes, data be repeated to a maximum of six credits. tion officers” will also be discussed. abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance, Credit: 1-6 semester hours Prerequisite: None polymorphism, information hiding, software Lecture: 0 Lab: 1-6 Credit: 3 semester hours reusability, overloading, vectors, lists, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 queue, stacks and STL. Prerequisite: CIS 276 CRM 105 - Credit: 4 semester hours CRIMINALJUSTICE CRM Police Report Writing Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 Police Report Writing includes specialized CIS 279 - Division of Allied Health and training for law enforcement and private Visual C/C++ Programming Human Services security personnel. The course includes a IAI: None 1.2 (815) 921-3200 review of basic vocabulary, grammar and Visual C/C++ Programming is an extension written organization skills. Thereafter, the of CIS 276 Introduction to C/C++ CRM 101 - course will center on the methods of writing Programming and CIS 277 Advanced C/C++ Introduction to Law Enforcement reports in various components of the criminal Programming. This course emphasizes IAI: None 1.2 justice system; emphasis will be on law event-driven programming, usually in a GUI Introduction to Law Enforcement is open to enforcement narrative report writing. environment. Typical topics include design all students and covers philosophy and his- Students will use the field notes, forms, and principles and practices, object-oriented tory of law enforcement; crime and police narrative and description procedures of area and procedural development, GUI design problems; organization and jurisdiction of law enforcement agencies. and implementation, data files and database local, state, and federal law enforcement Prerequisite: ENG 101 connectivity, subclassing, graphical agencies; and a survey of professional career Credit: 3 semester hours resources, software project management, opportunities and their corresponding Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 multithreading and multitasking. required qualifications. Prerequisite: CIS 276 or equivalent Prerequisite: None CRM 120 - programming experience. Credit: 3 semester hours Criminal Investigation Recommended: CIS 277 or equivalent Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 programming experience. Criminal Investigation covers the basics of Credit: 4 semester hours CRM 102 - criminal investigation, including crime scene Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Introduction to Probation and search and recording; collection and preser- Parole vation of physical evidence; scientific aids; CIS 290 - IAI: None 1.2 sources of information; interviews and inter- Special Topics in Computers and Introduction to Probation and Parole is rogations; follow-up investigations and case Information Systems designed to acquaint the student with the preparation. IAI: None 1.2 functions, procedures and objectives of pro- Prerequisite: None Special Topics in Computers and bation and parole systems. Emphasis will be Credit: 3 semester hours Information Systems is a study of advanced placed on developing the students’ under- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 topics in computer science. The student standing of the role of probation and parole will study selected topics of current prac- in the criminal justice system. tices in computer information and support Prerequisite: None systems for business and industry. Students Credit: 3 semester hours will also participate in one or more projects Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 involving the project life cycle: analysis, design, coding, testing/debugging, imple-
103 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L CRM 125 - CRM 271 - DENTALHYGIENE DNT Criminal Procedure and Civil Rights Patrol Procedures CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Division of Allied Health and Criminal Procedure and Civil Rights covers the Patrol Procedures will expose students to rights and privileges of individuals and groups. the patrol function of law enforcement. Human Services (815) 921-3235 INDEX The emphasis is on current decisions, which Emphasis will be placed on the techniques govern the actions of law enforcement officers. and procedures necessary to successfully DNT 102 - Prerequisite: None investigate such incidents as crashes, Preventive Dental Hygiene Credit: 3 semester hours domestic disputes, high-risk vehicle stops IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 and other law enforcement calls for service. Preventive Dental Hygiene provides an Prerequisite: None introduction to the causes and prevention CRM 127 - Credit: 3 semester hours of the two most common dental diseases: Ethics in Law Enforcement Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 dental caries and periodontal disease. IAI: None 1.2 Students learn to assess client needs and Ethics in Law Enforcement will introduce the CRM 281 - to provide education that will help the student to the ethical principles that apply to Rules of Evidence client to maintain or enhance oral health. those entering law enforcement and related IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210, career paths. Specific examples of police cor- Rules of Evidence covers the importance of ENG 101, 103, and admission into the ruption in the United States will be examined. evidence collected and preserved by law Dental Hygiene program. Students will be exposed to contemporary enforcement officers. Subjects such as judi- Corequisite: DNT 104, 106, 108, 110 ethical standards, which govern the conduct cial evidence, proof, laws of evidence, degree Credit: 1 semester hour of individuals entering these fields. of certainty, kinds and types of evidence, rel- Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: None evancy and irrelevancy, materiality and Credit: 3 semester hours immateriality, competency and incompetency DNT 104 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 will be covered. The course also covers the Dental Anatomy, Histology, admissibility of evidence and confessions. and Embryology CRM 210 - Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.2 Criminal Law Credit: 3 semester hours Dental Anatomy, Histology and Embryology IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 3 Lab 0 introduces the students to terminology relat- Criminal Law covers the reasons for criminal ing to anatomic structures of the oral cavity. laws; their source and function in today’s soci- CRM 282 - Special emphasis is placed on the teeth and ety. The course then focuses on the structure, Interviews and Interrogations root morphology of both primary and perma- definitions, and most frequently used sec- IAI: None 1.2 nent teeth and occlusal classification. tions of the penal code and other criminal Interviews and Interrogations is designed to Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210. statutes. Additionally, the course will study help the student understand the purpose and ENG 101, 103, and admission into the criminal law as it pertains to local jurisdic- importance of proper interviews/interrogations Dental Hygiene program. tions. The classifications of crimes and the as well as the methods of interview- Corequisite: DNT 102, 106, 108, 110 nature of crimes will also be discussed. ing/interrogating. Assessment of the verbal and Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None non-verbal communication in the inter- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours view/interrogation process will be stressed. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Students will learn the philosophy of inter- DNT 106 - views and interrogations, how to compose Head and Neck Anatomy CRM 225 - and ask questions, and what to avoid in IAI: None 1.2 Juvenile Procedures interviews and interrogations. Head and Neck Anatomy will provide the IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: CRM 101 or consent of students with an introduction to human Juvenile Procedures covers the position law instructor. histology and orofacial embryology. The enforcement agencies have in juvenile and Credit: 3 semester hours course includes special emphasis of the delinquency control, organization and func- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 anatomy of the tissues of the oral cavity, tions of related juvenile agencies, the laws head and neck, with detailed study of the governing the handling of juvenile offenders, CRM 283 - skeletal, muscular, glandular, circulatory, and the application of those laws. Also includ- Special Topics in Police Science nervous and epithelial structures. ed is a brief resume of the juvenile court and IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210. its jurisdiction. Special Topics in Police Science is designed ENG 101, 103, and admission into the Prerequisite: None to meet the needs or interests of the Dental Hygiene program. Credit: 3 semester hours prospective police applicant as well as the Corequisite: DNT 102, 104, 108, 110 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 veteran officer. Course requirements are Credit: 3 semester hours based on the topics under study. This Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 CRM 260 - course may be repeated three times. Police Organization and Prerequisite: None DNT 108 - Administration Credit: 1-4 semester hours Preclinical Dental Hygiene IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 Police Organization and Administration is Preclinical Dental Hygiene provides students with the scientific principles of dental designed to give students a knowledge of the CRM 291 - hygiene practice with emphasis on data principles and practice involved in the organi- Internship collection, client assessment, oral health zation and administration of law enforcement IAI: None 1.2 education, and basic instrumentation. agencies. Special emphasis will be on man- Internship provides for observation and limit- Practice of infection control standards and agement, planning, problems in division of ed participation in law enforcement or relat- regulations are an integral component. work assignments, specialization, internal ed agencies. Consent of program coordinator Prerequisite: BIO 281, or CHM 110/210, communication and budgeting. and agency is required. Seventy-five hours of ENG 101, 103, and admission into the Prerequisite: CRM 101 or consent of internship is required for each hour of credit. Dental Hygiene program. instructor. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 12 Corequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 110, Credit: 3 semester hours credits in the criminal justice curriculum. BIO 282 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 May be repeated for a total of six credits Credit: 4 semester hours maximum. (Repeatable three times.) 104 Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 Credit: 1-6 semester hours Lecture: 1 Lab: 5-30 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L DNT 110 - DNT 116 - DNT 212 - TS Nutrition and Biochemistry Dental Radiology Clinical Interim CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Nutrition and Biochemistry will provide Dental Radiology will provide the student Clinical Interim provides the continuation the student with an understanding of how with the theory and procedures for expos- of clinical practice and management in oral INDEX to apply sound nutrition principles in ing and developing various dental films. prophylaxis on the child, young adult and assessing, diagnosing, planning, imple- Theory of the effects of ionizing radiation adult clients applying consistent infection menting, and evaluating total care of and safety factors will be addressed. control and client assessment and analysis. clients, and to help the student contribute Practical experience on manikins and Preventive techniques and exposing of radi- to the nutritional well-being of clients. selected clients is included. Development, ographs is also included. Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210, identification, mounting and general inter- Prerequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, ENG 101, 103, and admission into the pretation is emphasized. 118, 120 Dental Hygiene program. Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, Corequisite: DNT 210, 213 Corequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108 110, BIO 282 Credit: 2 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 118, 120 Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 DNT 213 - DNT 112 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene Clinical Dental Hygiene I DNT 118 - Research IAI: None 1.2 Dental Pharmacology IAI: None 1.2 Clinical Dental Hygiene I parallels DNT IAI: None 1.2 Introduction to Dental Hygiene Research 113, Dental Hygiene Theory I. This course Dental Pharmacology provides the student provides the fundamental skills to review is a continuation of DNT 108, Preclinical with knowledge of current drugs, including and interpret dental scientific literature. Dental Hygiene. The course will provide their pharmacologic effects, adverse reac- The course includes an introduction to clinical practice in fundamental dental tions, indications and contraindications as research methodologies and statistical hygiene instrumentation skills on commu- they relate to patient medical history and analysis, and includes research on the nity clients. This course emphasizes client dental hygiene treatment. The course also Internet. assessment, application of dental hygiene focuses on the fundamental pharmaceuti- Prerequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, care techniques, instrumentation, oral cal concepts of local anesthetic. 118, 120 health products, client motivation and edu- Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, Corequisite: DNT 210, 212 cation techniques, and dental hygiene care 110, BIO 282 Credit: 1 semester hour planning. Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, 120 Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, Credit: 2 semester hours 110 Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 DNT 214 - Corequisite: DNT 113, 114, 116, 118, 120 Periodontics II Credit: 2 semester hours DNT 120 - IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 0 Lab: 8 Introduction to Periodontics I Periodontics II is a continuation of DNT IAI: None 1.2 120. Course content includes additional DNT 113 - Introduction to Periodontics I will intro- knowledge required to diagnose and treat Dental Hygiene Theory I duce the student to the fundamental theo- periodontal diseases, clinical management IAI: None 1.2 ries of periodontics. The course reviews of the periodontium and adjunctive thera- Dental Hygiene Theory I parallels DNT 112 basic histology, etiology, clinical features, pies relevant to the maintenance of peri- Clinical Dental Hygiene I. Emphasis will be and treatment of periodontal infections; odontal health. Emphasis is placed on the on the Dental Hygiene process of care and emphasizes diagnosis, treatment planning differential diagnosis and treatment of peri- management of clients. Topics include and management of periodontal patients. odontal disease. Surgical and post-surgical desensitizing agents, ultrasonics, air pol- Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, topics will also be covered in the course. ishers, intra-oral cameras, instrument 110, Bio 282 Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213 sharpening, stains and polishing. Lab time Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, 118 Corequisite: DNT 215, 216, 217, 218, 220 will allow students to practice these skills Credit: 2 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours in order to prepare for their clinical appli- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 cation. Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, 110 DNT 210 - DNT 215 - Corequisite: DNT 112, 114, 116, 118, 120 Dental Materials Pain Management in Dental Credit: 2 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Hygiene Practice Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Dental Materials provides an introduction IAI: None 1.2 to the use of dental materials used in the Pain Management in Dental Hygiene DNT 114 - practice of dentistry. It will include the Practice will enable the student to perform General and Oral Pathology manipulation of materials to increase the comprehensive dental hygiene treatment IAI: None 1.2 knowledge of dental materials and to pre- utilizing pain control techniques including General and Oral Pathology provides stu- pare the student for clinical procedures to intraoral local anesthesia and nitrous dents with an introduction to the role of be performed on patients. oxide/oxygen sedation. Emphasis will be the dental hygienist in identifying and Prerequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, placed on concepts that are essential for describing abnormal oral findings. The 118, 120 safe and effective administration, including course focus is on the fundamentals of the Corequisite: DNT 212, 213 neurophysiology, pharmacology, administra- general and oral pathological processes to Credit: 3 semester hours tion techniques, and the management of better prepare the student to provide opti- Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 potential complications associated with mal oral healthcare. local anesthesia administration and nitrous Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, oxide/oxygen sedation. 110, BIO 282 Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213 Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 116, 118, 120 Corequisite: DNT 214, 216, 217, 218, 220 Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
105 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L DNT 216 - DNT 224 - ECO 103 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II Clinical Dental Hygiene III Contemporary Economic Issues CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.1 Clinical Dental Hygiene II is a continuation Clinical Dental Hygiene III provides a con- This course is an introduction to the appli- of DNT 112, 212 and coincides with course tinuation of DNT 216 and coincides with cation of economic analysis to current eco- INDEX DNT 217. The course will provide clinical course DNT 225. This course will provide nomic problems and the consideration of practice and management in oral prophy- clinical practice and management in oral policy alternatives. The economic laxis on the adult and periodontally prophylaxis and periodontal therapy on the approach will be applied to such issues as involved client. Periodontal and preventive adult patient. Preventive techniques and poverty, crime, healthcare, the environ- techniques and exposing of radiographs exposing of radiographs are also included. ment, unemployment and inflation. are also included. Prerequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213 218, 220 Credit: 3 semester hours Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 217, 218, 220 Corequisite: DNT 225 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 12 Lecture: 0 Lab: 12 ECO 110 - Principles of Economics: Macro DNT 217 - DNT 225 - IAI: S3 901 1.1 Dental Hygiene Theory II Dental Hygiene Theory III This course is an introduction to national IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 income determination, its relationship to Dental Hygiene Theory II parallels DNT Dental Hygiene Theory III provides the unemployment, inflation, and economic 216 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Topics student with continued dental hygiene the- growth, and public policy alternatives used include desensitizing agents, ultrasonics, ory and background of DNT 216 and 217 to achieve national economic goals. air polishers, intra-oral cameras, and emer- and parallels clinical course DNT 224. Prerequisite: None gencies that may occur in the dental set- Emphasis is placed on advanced instru- Credit: 3 semester hours ting. In-depth discussion of these concepts mentation, medically compromised and Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 and application of these skills will be prac- special needs clients, and dental special- ticed in order to prepare the student for ties. The course also prepares students to ECO 111 - clinical experiences. transition into the role of a practicing den- Principles of Economics: Micro Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213 tal hygienist, covering topics such as inter- IAI: S3 902 1.1 Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 218, 220 viewing, resume writing, conflict resolu- This course is an introduction to product Credit: 1 semester hour tion, and employer-employee roles. and resource pricing under various market Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, conditions, and public policy alternatives 218, 220 for economic efficiency and equity in the DNT 218 - Corequisite: DNT 224 marketplace. Dental Ethics, Jurisprudence and Credit: 2 semester hours Prerequisite: None Practice Management Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Dental Ethics, Jurisprudence and Practice Management provides the student with the DRAMA skills needed for successful clinic practice – See Theatre, Literature EDUCATION EDU management. Emphasis is placed on pro- fessional relationships and the various Liberal Arts Division roles dental hygienists encounter in the various dental specialties. The course focus EARTHSCIENCE (815) 921-3338 also includes ethical and legal obligations – See Atmospheric Science, by the dental professionals to the commu- Geology, & Physical Geography EDU 202 - nity and public it serves. Children’s Literature Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213 IAI: None 1.1 Children’s Literature is designed to intro- Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, 220 ECONOMICS ECO Credit: 2 semester hours duce and examine the many genres of chil- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 dren’s literature and its uses within a Liberal Arts Division diverse elementary school setting. Students DNT 220 - (815) 921-3317 will be introduced to traditional and con- Community Dental Health temporary children’s authors. Students will IAI: None 1.2 ECO 101 - also consider methods of selecting and eval- Community Dental Health focuses on the Introduction to Economics uating children’s books. Group activities current concepts of community dental IAI: S3 900 1.1 and ongoing reading of a variety of chil- health, the dental hygienist’s role in the This course is a general introduction to the dren’s books is an integral part of this prevention of dental problems, and the nature and scope of economic analysis and course. This course is designed for students delivery of dental care to society. Students its application to current issues. Topics entering the teaching profession and for participate in community programs. covered include markets, competition, individuals with an interest in this area. Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213 monopoly, inflation, unemployment and Prerequisite: None Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, 218 international economics. Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
106 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L EDU 204 - EDU 245 - EET 125 - TS Introduction to Teaching Reading Special Education Practicum Electronic Fabrication Skills CONTENTS for Elementary School Teachers IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.1 Special Education Practicum is an oppor- This laboratory course covers chassis This introductory course is designed to pro- tunity for students entering education and wiring, cable assembly techniques, and INDEX vide prospective teachers with a basic under- special education majors to work directly proper handling precautions of the materi- standing of the reading process. This course in the local agencies and schools with als used in fabrication and repair of elec- introduces prospective teachers to various diverse populations under the supervision tronic equipment. Material Safety Data reading theories, trends in assessment and of the college. Students are expected to (MSD) sheets are explained. Proper hand an array of instructional strategies for teach- spend 30 hours working with individuals tool usage and safety concepts are empha- ing reading in the elementary classroom. with disabilities in community and/or sized throughout the course. Surface Prerequisite: None school settings. Mount Technology projects will be con- Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite or Corequisite: EDU 244 structed. Designing a Printed Circuit Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 1 semester hour Board using CAD software is also covered. Lecture: 0 Lab: 30 Prerequisite: None EDU 224 - Credit: 2 semester hours Introduction to Education EDU 274 - Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 IAI: None 1.1 Elementary School Practicum Introduction to Education is an overview of IAI: None 1.1 EET 135 - the American Educational System as both a This course is an opportunity for all ele- Digital Electronics professional and public enterprise. Social, mentary or special education majors to IAI: EGR 932 1.2 historical, and philosophical foundations give work directly in the local schools under Digital Electronics introduces the theory and perspective to examination of current issues, the supervision of the college and cooper- application of digital logic circuits. Topics include policies, and trends in the field of education. ating teacher. Completion of 50 hours in a basic combinational logic with applications and These include cultural diversity, inclusion, classroom setting, accompanied by proper basic sequential logic with applications. Examples organizations and structures, finance, curricu- documentation, in addition to other are presented using discrete logic IC’s and pro- lum and legislative/legal issues. Completion of course requirements is necessary for suc- grammable logic devices (PLD’s). Electrical con- 15 hours in a classroom setting, accompanied cessful completion of this course. This siderations related to digital logic circuits are also by proper documentation, and initiation of a course is required for those who wish to addressed. standards-based portfolio is required for suc- transfer PSY 270 and PSY 271 to Northern Prerequisite: EET 141 and MTH 125 (or cessful completion of this course. Illinois University School of Education. MTH 100 or MTH 132) or consent of Prerequisite: None This course serves as the basis for the 100 instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours pre-student teaching observation hours Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 required by the State of Illinois. Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: EDU 224 & PSY 271 EDU 234 - Credit: 1 semester hour EET 141 - Introduction to Technology Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 DC/AC Circuits and Electronics I for Teachers IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.1 The DC/AC Circuits and Electronics I Introduction to Technology for Teachers ELECTRONIC course develops techniques for circuit covers basic technology used in learning in analysis using electronics applications. the P-12 classrooms with special emphasis ENGINEERING Basic electrical concepts are introduced. on computer operations and concepts. The TECHNOLOGY EET Circuit analysis using Ohms’ Law, application of concepts and skills in making Kirchhoff’s voltage, and current laws is decisions concerning the social, ethical, and Division of Engineering and explained. Electronic devices such as human issues related to technology and Technology diodes, MOSFETs, BJTs, and op amps are computing and the consequences of mis- (815) 921-3101 employed extensively to illustrate applica- use is addressed. Designed for students tions. Laboratory activities include learn- entering the education profession. ing to use digital multimeters, DC power Prerequisite: CIS 102 EET 100 - supplies, signal generators, and oscillo- Credit: 3 semester hours Introduction to Electronics scopes. Electronic Design Automation Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 using PSpice is used. Laboratory documen- Introduction to Electronics presents a tation employing Microsoft Word and series of lecture demonstrations on elec- EDU 244 - Excel is explained. tronics theory and practical applications. Students With Disabilities in Schools Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent IAI: None 1.1 The course attempts to develop student enrollment in MTH 125 (or MTH 100, Students With Disabilities is a survey interest in electronics and provides a gen- MTH 132) or consent of instructor course that presents the historical, philo- eral survey of the electronics area of Credit: 4 semester hours sophical and legal foundations of special study. Students learn to apply electronics Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 education, as well as an overview of the in daily life, perform basic calculations, and develop measurement skills. characteristics of individuals with disabili- EET 142 - Laboratory activities include working with ties, the programs that serve them under DC/AC Circuits and Electronics II the Individuals With Disabilities Education a digital multimeter and soldering on a IAI: None 1.2 Act, and the diversity of the populations of printed circuit board. This is a general sur- DC/AC Circuits and Electronics II is a contin- individuals with disabilities. vey course for non-electronics majors only. uation of EET 141. Circuit analysis tech- Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None niques such as simplifying circuits and the Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours development of equivalent circuits are exam- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 ined. Electronic devices are used routinely to emphasize circuit analysis applications. Prerequisite: EET 141 and MTH 125 (or MTH 100, MTH 132) or consent of instructor Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 107 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L EET 168 - EET 239 - EET 251 - Electronic Engineering Technology Programmable Logic Controllers Microcontrollers and Interfacing CONTENTS Internship (PLCs) IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Microcontrollers and Interfacing introduces EET Internship requires a supervised Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) the student to microcontroller architecture INDEX experience in the field of electronic engi- introduces the application and program- and C programming for embedded control neering technology using a cooperative ming of powerful and flexible devices for applications. The course deals with the logi- training plan agreed to by the instructor, industrial control systems. Topics include: cal development of programs with appropri- participating firm, and student. The stu- ladder logic, PLC programming, program ate software documentation, and the associ- dent must submit an application to the documentation, and PLC input/output ated hardware interfacing. Professional pro- instructor prior to mid-term of the previ- requirements. Laboratory exercises gramming and debugging tools are used ous semester and requires consent of the include hands-on work with a small PLC throughout the course. Laboratory work instructor or division director. Variable system to complete PLC projects. includes writing programs and building hard- and repeatable credit up to six credit Prerequisite: EET 135, EET 141, EET ware for various applications. hours may be earned. 145, and EET 240 Prerequisite: EET 135 or consent of Prerequisite: Current enrollment in the Credit: 3 semester hours instructor Electronic Engineering Technology cur- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Credit: 4 semester hours riculum, completion of at least 20 cred- Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 its in EET courses, and sophomore class EET 240 - standing. DC/AC Circuits and Electronics III EET 254 - Credit: 1-6 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Robotics and Automated Systems Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 DC/AC Circuits and Electronics III is a IAI: None 1.2 continuation of EET 142. The course pro- Robotics and Automated Systems intro- EET 219 - vides more advanced exploration and mas- duces the student to the mechanical, electrical, Fundamentals of Electric Motors tery of the topics introduced in EET 141 and electronic components used in robotics and and Controls and EET 142. Frequency response and other automated systems. The student will learn IAI: None 1.2 power applications are studied. Electronic essential terminology used in robotics and the Fundamentals of Electric Motors and Design Automation is used extensively to basic operation of robots in automated manufac- Controls introduces the fundamentals of simulate circuits constructed in the labora- turing. The course deals with analog-to-digital DC, single-phase AC, and three-phase AC tory. Laboratory activities include using (ADC) and digital-to-analog (DAC) conversion motors and controls. Topics include: basic oscilloscopes and signal generators. for component interfacing. The student will be magnetic theory, motor characteristics and Students will be expected to use Microsoft introduced to the programming software used for construction, various types of electro- Word and Excel to prepare their laborato- automated systems. Laboratory work includes mechanical and electronic motor controls, ry reports. interfacing the components properly, and writing DC and AC generators, transformers, and Prerequisite: EET 142 or consent of programs using CAD software and the robot pro- stepper motors. Lab exercises are coordi- instructor gramming language in group or individual proj- nated with lecture presentations. Credit: 4 semester hours ects. Prerequisite: EET 142, EET 240, CDT, Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Prerequisite: Consent of instructor 162, and MTH 100 (or MTH 100, MTH Credit: 3 semester hours 132) or consent of instructor EET 242 - Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Credit: 3 semester hours Sensors, Transducers, and Signal – Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Conditioning EET 261 - IAI: None 1.2 Advanced Microcontrollers EET 231 - Sensors, Transducers, and Signal- IAI: None 1.2 Transform Circuit Analysis Conditioning presents all of the compo- Advanced Microcontrollers presents micro- IAI: None 1.2 nents found in a modern instrumentation controllers for solving basic control problems. Transform Circuit Analysis reviews DC and system including sensors and transducers, Hardware interfacing and software design AC circuit theory including Thevenin’s, signal conditioning, data collection and are studied. The instruction centers on the Norton’s, and the superposition theorem. display. Sensors for various physical quan- more popular low-cost microcontrollers. Mesh and nodal analyses are covered. tities are discussed, including: tempera- Laboratory activities are coordinated with Waveform descriptions and time-domain ture, pressure, strain, acceleration, and the lectures and include one or more solutions are developed. Differential equa- displacement. Laboratory activities are design projects. tions are generated and solutions devel- coordinated with the lecture topics. Prerequisite: EET 251 oped using Laplace transform methods. Prerequisite: EET 240 or consent of Credit: 3 semester hours Transform circuit analysis is emphasized. instructor. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Pole-zero analysis, driving-point imped- Credit: 3 semester hours ance, and transfer functions are intro- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 EET 265 - duced. Computer assignments using Audio Electronic Systems PSpice are required. Circuit concepts are EET 245 - IAI: None 1.2 illustrated through classroom demonstra- Control Systems Audio Electronic Systems introduces the tions and laboratory experiments. IAI: None 1.2 fundamentals of electronic systems for Prerequisite: EET 132 and MTH 135; or Control Systems introduces basic industri- reproduction or reinforcement of sound. This consent of instructor. al control systems. Topics include: on-off course presents an overview of acoustics Credit: 4 semester hours control, several forms of proportional ana- and all components of an audio system, Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 log control, digital control, and fuzzy logic including: input transducers (microphones), control. Related topics such as feedback digital and analog signal processors, ampli- sensors and stability concerns are studied. fiers, and output transducers (loudspeak- Laboratory activities are coordinated with ers). Various analog and digital recording the lecture topics. technologies are explored. Laboratory Prerequisite: EET 240 or consent of exercises are coordinated with lecture topics. instructor. Prerequisite: EET 240 or consent of Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Credit: 3 semester hours 108 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L EET 275 - EET 299 - EGR 206 - TS Wireless Electronics Special Topics in Electronic Statics CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 Engineering Technology IAI: EGR 942 1.1 Wireless Electronics introduces the basic prin- IAI: None 1.2 Statics is an analysis of real force systems ciples of electronic communications, radio fre- Special Topics in Electronic Engineering by applying the principles of equilibrium to INDEX quency identification (RFID), and remote pas- Technology explores specific applications, rigid bodies, simple structures and fluids. sive and powered sensors such as those based skills, or interest in modern electronics tech- Distributed forces, determination of cen- on surface acoustical wave (SAW) devices. nology. A special topic requires: adequate troids, moments of inertia, analysis of Resonant circuits are studied. Amplitude-, fre- and available materials on a specific electron- structures, virtual work, friction, and relat- quency-, and phase modulation and demodu- ics-related issue, a comprehensive course ed topics are presented. lation techniques are covered. Transmission outline, instructor expertise, student and Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent lines and antennas are also explored. community interest, and ability to increase enrollment in MTH 135. Prerequisite: EET 240 or consent of skill and/or knowledge in electronic engineer- Credit: 3 semester hours instructor ing technology. Variable and repeatable cred- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours it up to six credit hours may be earned. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: Determined by the special EGR 207 - topic. Dynamics EET 282 - Credit: 1-6 semester hours IAI: EGR 943 1.1 EET Capstone Project Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0-4 Dynamics is an analysis of motion of parti- IAI: None 1.2 cles and the relationship between forces EET Capstone Project is a project-based acting on bodies and the changes in experience that allows the student to use motion produced. Particle and planar kine- basic and advanced principles covered in ENGINEERING EGR matics, principles of force, mass and accel- other courses. Students will work individually eration, work and energy, vibration, or in teams to select a project with the con- Division of Engineering and impulse and momentum, and related topics sent of the faculty advisor. Project schedule are presented. management is emphasized. Project param- Technology Prerequisite: EGR 206 eters and specifications will be developed. (815) 921-3101 Credit: 3 semester hours A budget will be established. Approaches to Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 final testing, in order to verify that specifica- EGR 101 - tions have been met, will be addressed. Introduction to Engineering EGR 221 - Prerequisite: EET 240, EET 251, and IAI: None 1.2 Elementary Mechanics of EET 254 Introduction to Engineering is a study of Deformable Bodies Credit: 3 semester hours engineering and technological systems. IAI: EGR 945 1.1 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 The course explores various engineering Elementary Mechanics of Deformable disciplines, the role of the engineer in soci- Bodies studies the relationship between EET 285 - ety, the engineering approach to problem external forces and the stresses and defor- Introduction to Digital solving and the engineering design mations they produce in a deformable Signal Processing process. Laboratory activities involve body for both elastic and inelastic behav- IAI: None 1.2 reverse-engineering products to find out ior. Consideration is given to members Introduction to Digital Signal Processing how they are designed and manufactured. subjected to tension and compression, tor- presents fundamental sampled data sys- Prerequisite: None sion, and bending related to: loading and tems and digital signal processing (DSP) Credit: 2 semester hours deflection of beams and shafts, buckling of as an alternative to traditional analog tech- Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 columns, repeated loads, combined stress- niques. Topics include: Nyquist criteria, es, analysis of stress and strain, Mohr’s convolution and transform techniques, EGR 135 - Circle, and related topics. Infinite Impulse Response (IIR) digital fil- Engineering Graphics Prerequisite: EGR 206 ters, and Finite Impulse Response (FIR) IAI: EGR 941 (approval pending) Credit: 3 semester hours digital filters. The required mathematics is Engineering Graphics is an introduction to Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 covered. Laboratory activities include using engineering and design. Topics include signal generators, oscilloscopes, and com- multi-view orthographic representations, EGR 231 - mercial DSP evaluation board and software. auxiliary projections, dimensioning, sec- Engineering Circuit Analysis Prerequisite: EET 240 and EET 251 or tion views, basic tolerancing, threads and IAI: EGR 931 1.1 consent of instructor. fasteners, assembly drawings, 2-D produc- Engineering Circuit Analysis reviews DC Credit: 3 semester hours tion drawings, 3-D solid modeling used for and AC circuit theory including Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 part generation, prototyping and engineer- Thevenin’s, Norton’s, and the superposi- ing analysis. (Solidworks will be used as tion theorem. Mesh and nodal analyses are EET 298 - modeling software.) covered. Waveform descriptions and time- EET Seminar Prerequisite: None domain solutions are developed. IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 4 semester hours Differential equations are generated, and EET 298 is a weekly discussion regarding Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 solutions developed by using Laplace current events in the electronics industry. transform methods. Transform circuit Topics may include sensors, integrated cir- analysis is emphasized. Pole-zero analysis, cuits, microcobtrollers, robotics, alterna- driving-point impedance, and transfer tive energy, power electronic, modeling, functions are introduced. Computer and simulation. Students will select topics assignments using PSpice are required. of interest, research the topics, prepare a Circuit concepts are also illustrated written report, and lead a class discussion. through classroom demonstrations. Prerequisite: EET 240, EET 251, and Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent EET 254 enrollment in PHY 225 or consent of Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 109 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L ENGLISH- ENG 101 - ENG 107 - Composition I Grammar and Usage Review CONTENTS DEVELOPMENTAL ENG IAI: C1 900 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 Composition I teaches students to write Grammar and Usage Review is a review of Success Center, effectively at the college level. the conventions and standards in modern INDEX Emphasizing writing as a process, this written English. Problems most frequently (815) 921-2370 course requires students to write one or encountered in academic, business, and more essays of each type: exploratory, industrial writing are addressed. The ENG 082 - expository, and persuasive. Necessary emphasis is on functional applications of Basic English Skills IAI: None 1.4 attention is devoted to English grammar contemporary rules and attitudes toward and usage. Students are required to write language and intensive editing and proof- Basic English Skills is designed to develop from 16–24 pages during the course. reading practice. This course does not take skills in English grammar and language Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- the place of ENG 099 and cannot be used use, as well as enhance background and ment test score; a grade of “C” or better as a prerequisite for any other English understanding of a variety of literature, in in ENG 099, Developmental English. course. order to prepare the students for the next Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None level of developmental English. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 2 semester hours Co-prerequisite: Students must be con- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 currently enrolled in RDG 080 based on the results of the reading placement test. ENG 103 - Credit: 4 semester hours Composition II ENG 108 - IAI: C1 901R 1.1 Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Introductory Creative Writing English Composition II, the second IAI: None 1.1 required writing course in a two-semester Introductory Creative Writing gives the ENG 097 - composition sequence, provides practice student practice in the creative writing Essentials of Writing IAI: None 1.4 with reading and writing. Encouraged to skills needed for effective expression in a see the power and possibility of language, variety of imaginative genres, ranging from Essentials of Writing is designed to students learn to responsibly address larg- fiction to memoir and poetry. Students enhance the development of basic writing er societies of readers. Students will com- develop critical judgment as they analyze strategies with a focus on the writing plete research processes, selecting and and discuss their own work, that of their process. Students will be introduced to interacting with sources, culminating in classmates, and that of published writers. strategies for approaching the stages of the production of documented, multi- Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in the writing process and applying these to source writing totaling at least 2,500 ENG 101. paragraph modes. ENG 097 is an optional words. Students will write 16-24 pages Credit: 3 semester hours class designed to help students improve during the course. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 their writing to the level necessary for Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in entering ENG 099. ENG 101, Composition I. Prerequisite: None ENG 110 - Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Introductory Technical Writing Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Introductory Technical Writing is the ENG 105 - study of objective, analytical report writing Business Communications in the technical and business fields. The ENGLISH ENG IAI: None 1.2 course includes organization, style, and Business Communications covers the cur- format standards for letters, memos, Liberal Arts Division, rent trends affecting business communica- instructions/procedures, and a variety of tion today. Students will demonstrate both reports. Emphasis is on developing prob- (815) 921-3338 verbal and nonverbal skills through a vari- lem-solving or investigative reports, and ety of professional documents such as let- writing processes and procedures. ENG 099 - ters, memos, e-mail and reports. Special Prerequisite: ENG 101 or consent of Introduction to College Writing emphasis is placed on good news, bad instructor. IAI: None 1.4 news, and persuasive messages using the Credit: 3 semester hours Introduction to College Writing prepares psychological approach to writing. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 students for writing at the college level. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or consent of The course requires substantial practice in instructor. ENG 201 - writing brief, coherent essays that demon- Credit: 3 semester hours Advanced Composition strate critical thinking skills. Students Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.1 complete 12-16 pages of formal writing Advanced Composition is intended for the during the course of the semester, includ- ENG 106 - student interested in pursuing additional ing both expressive and expository assign- Professional Written study of the writing of non-fiction prose. ments. A significant amount of reading is Communication The course involves advanced study of both also required, both to develop language IAI: None 1.2 the theory and practice of stylistic analysis. and critical thinking skills and to provide a Professional Written Communication pro- Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in context for some usage, particularly within vides an overview of the writing tech- ENG 101. the context of students’ own writing. niques necessary for effective written com- Credit: 3 semester hours Students scoring below the cut-off point in munication in today’s workplace. It is Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 the English placement test are required to designed to be a flexible introduction and take ENG 099. A grade of “C” or better is review of sentence and paragraph struc- required in this course to advance to ENG ture, readability, the writing process, and 101. letters, memos, proposals, reports, and Prerequisite: None other professional documents. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: .5-3 semester hours Lecture: .5-3 Lab: 0
110 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L ENG 204 - essentials of form and structure, and the FRE 102 - TS Introduction to Linguistics process of writing for publication including Fire Apparatus Engineer CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 revision, completion, and submission of IAI: None 1.2 Introduction to Linguistics is a practical creative non-fiction writing. Students will Fire Apparatus Engineer provides a foun- investigation into many facets of the produce fully-developed works of non-fic- dation of theoretical knowledge in order to INDEX English language in daily use. Topics tion in genres which may include memoir, understand the principles of the use of include phonetics, phonology, morphology, diary, personal essay, travel writing, nature water in fire protection and to apply syntax, semantics, pragmatics, dialectol- writing, and writing of witness. A minimum hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve ogy, and history of the English language. of 25-30 finished pages of original work is water supply problems. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in recommended. Journals, a midterm, and a Prerequisite: None ENG 101. final exam are also required. Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: A grade or “C” or higher Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 in ENG 101. Credit: 3 semester hours FRE 103 - ENG 206 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Hazardous Materials Operations Creative Writing: Poetry IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.1 ENG 210 - Technical Writing The Hazardous Materials Operations Creative Writing: Poetry focuses on stu- IAI: None 1.2 course provides the student with the basic dents’ understanding of the structure and Technical Writing includes document skills needed to evaluate and work defen- elements of poetry and the writing process. design, visual and graphic elements, word sively at a hazardous materials incident. Students will produce fully-developed processing/desktop publishing methods, Included are the classifications of haz- works of poetry, and demonstrate an and print production. Typical assignments ardous materials, types of chemicals, understanding of the critical terminology of include articles for publication, proposals, methods of transportation and laws that the creative writer. A minimum of 25 pages brochures, newsletters, manuals, and regulate their use. of original work is recommended. media presentations based on students’ Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in majors or work experiences. instructor. ENG 101. Prerequisite: ENG 110 or consent of the Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 FRE 106 - ENG 207 - Rescue Practices Creative Writing: Fiction ENG 220 - Technical Writing IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.1 Internship Rescue Practices explores life-saving prac- Creative Writing: Fiction focuses on stu- IAI: None 1.2 tices related to the operations of the fire dents’ understanding of the structure and Technical Writing Internship provides company as well as the preparedness of elements of fiction and the writing process. approximately 150 hours of writing experi- the fire department to meet the needs of Students will produce fully developed ence on special projects appropriate to the special rescue situations. The course pro- works of fiction, and demonstrate an student’s major and work experience. The vides an overview of water rescue, techni- understanding of the critical terminology of internship provides further development cal rescue, and vehicle extrication. the creative writer. A minimum of 45 pages and exposure to technical writing through Prerequisite: None of original work is recommended. supervised field experiences. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Prerequisite: ENG 110, ENG 210 (or Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ENG 101. concurrent enrollment), and consent of Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. FRE 112 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Vehicle/Machinery Rescue Operations Lecture: 1 Lab: 10 IAI: None 1.2 ENG 208 - Creative Writing: Vehicle/Machinery Rescue Operations is Screenwriting designed to acquaint the student with IAI: None 1.1 FIRESCIENCE FRE techniques used in auto and machinery Creative Writing: Screenwriting focuses on extrication. Emphasis will be on safety of students’ understanding of the essential personnel at emergency incidents, scene elements of dramatic art, the structure and Division of Allied Health and size-up, and management of the emer- formatting requirements of a screenplay or Human Services gency scene, as well as function of the teleplay, and proven principles of visualiza- (815) 921-3200 tools utilized in vehicle and machinery tion, development, revision, completion, extrication. This course meets the require- and submission of creative dramatic writ- FRE 101 - ments as defined by the Office of the ing. Students will produce fully developed Introduction to Fire Protection Illinois State Fire Marshal, and NFPA 1670. works of drama suitable for stage, cinema, IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of television, radio, and/or the emerging inter- Introduction to Fire Protection provides an instructor and OSFM – Technical active hypermedia. A minimum of 45 pages overview to fire protection, career oppor- Rescue Awareness Certificate. of original work is recommended. tunities in fire protection, and related Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in fields; philosophy and history of fire pro- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 ENG 101. tection/service; fire loss analysis; organiza- Credit: 3 semester hours tion and function of public and private fire Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regula- ENG 209 - Creative Writing – tions affecting the fire service, fire service Literary Non-Fiction nomenclature; specific fire protection IAI: None 1.1 functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; Creative Writing – Literary Non-Fiction is introduction to fire protection systems; designed to introduce students to the introduction to fire strategy and tactics. structure and elements of literary non-fic- Prerequisite: None tion and the writing process. Students will Credit: 3 semester hours demonstrate an understanding of the criti- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 cal terminology of the creative writer, the 111 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L FRE 118 - student with the required training to sit for FRE 216 - Building Construction for Fire the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal Tactics and Strategy I CONTENTS Protection Certification Exam for Firefighter II. IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: FRE 101 Tactics and Strategy I is designed for fire Building Construction for Fire Protection Corequisites: FRE 180, 181 service personnel who may be responsible INDEX introduces the components of building con- Credit: 3 semester hours for one or two companies at emergency struction that relate to fire and life safety. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 incidents. Company officer leadership, inci- The focus of this course is on firefighter safe- dent safety, pre-fire planning, building con- ty. The elements of construction and design FRE 206 - struction, firefighting tactics, engine com- of structures are shown to be key factors Management I pany and truck company operations. when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of the operations, and operating at emergencies. Management I is an introduction to the instructor. Prerequisite: None organization and management of a fire Credit: 3 semester hours Corequisite: FRE 101 department and the relationship of govern- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours ment agencies to the fire service. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Emphasis is placed on fire service leader- FRE 217 - ship from the perspective of the company Tactics and Strategy II FRE 180 - officer. IAI: None 1.2 Essentials of Firefighting I Prerequisite: FRE 101 Tactics and Strategy II is designed for fire IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours service personnel who may be responsible Essentials of Firefighting I introduces stu- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 for one or two companies at emergency dents to basic firefighting skills and equip- incidents. Company officer leadership, inci- ment. The class includes the following sub- FRE 207 - dent safety, pre-fire planning, building con- ject areas: orientation, fire behavior, safety, Management II struction, firefighting tactics, engine com- self-contained breathing apparatus, ladders, IAI: None 1.2 pany and truck company operations. and portable fire extinguishers. This course, Management II is an examination of small Prerequisite: FRE 216 combined with Essentials of Firefighting II group communication and conflict resolu- Credit: 3 semester hours and Essentials of Firefighting III, provide tion techniques. Topics include written Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 the student with the required training to sit communication skills, verbal and non-ver- for the Office of the State Fire Marshal bal communication techniques, handling FRE 218 - Certification Exam for Firefighter II. conflicts, small group processes and the Instructor I Prerequisite: FRE 101 respective dynamics associated with the IAI: None 1.2 Corequisites: FRE 181, 182 same, and group cohesiveness and person- Instructor I will prepare the student to Credit: 3 semester hours nel morale. become a fire service instructor. The Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: FRE 206 course is designed to give the student the Credit: 3 semester hours knowledge and ability to teach from pre- FRE 181 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 pared materials. Topics covered include: Essentials of Firefighting II communications, concepts of learning, IAI: None 1.2 FRE 208 - instruction and evaluation techniques, the Essentials of Firefighting II is an interme- Fire Prevention Principles instructor’s roles and responsibilities and diate firefighting skills course that pro- IAI: None 1.2 use of instructional materials. vides the student with an understanding of Fire Prevention Principles provides funda- Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of the the principles behind the following subject mental information regarding the history instructor. areas: water supply; nozzles/fire streams, and philosophy of fire prevention, organi- Credit: 3 semester hours ventilation, rescue, emergency medical zation and operation of a fire prevention Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 care, forcible entry, fire control, and build- bureau, use of fire codes, identification ing construction. The course, when com- and correction of fire hazards, and the FRE 219 - bined with Essentials of Firefighting I and relationships of fire prevention with built- Instructor II Essentials of Firefighting III, will provide in fire protection systems, fire investiga- IAI: None 1.2 the student with the required training to tion, and fire and life-safety education. Instructor II places emphasis on teaching sit for the Office of the Illinois State Fire Prerequisite: None formalized lessons from materials prepared Marshal Certification Exam for Firefighter II. Credit: 3 semester hours by the fire service instructor. Course cover- Prerequisite: FRE 101 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 age includes: writing performance objec- Corequisites: FRE 180, 182 tives, developing lesson plans, preparing Credit: 3 semester hours FRE 210 - instructional materials, constructing evalua- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Fire Investigation tion devices, demonstrating selected teach- IAI: None 1.2 ing methods, training records and reports, FRE 182 - Fire Investigation provides the fundamen- and identification of reference resources. Essentials of Firefighting III tals and technical knowledge needed for Prerequisite: FRE 218 IAI: None 1.2 proper fire scene interpretations, including Credit: 3 semester hours Essentials of Firefighting III is an advanced recognizing and conducting origin and Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 firefighting skills course that combines cause, preservation of evidence and docu- both previous courses and introduces mentation, scene security, motives of the FRE 220 - practical applications. Topics presented firesetter, and types of fire causes. Management III are communications, ropes and knots, sal- Prerequisite: FRE 101 IAI: None 1.2 vage, overhaul, fire detection, alarm and Credit: 3 semester hours Management III is designed to provide the suppression systems, fire prevention and Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 fire officer, who is in charge of multiple fire public education, hazardous materials company or stations, with information and awareness, terrorism awareness, and fire- skills in officer supervision and administra- fighter survival. This course, combined tive functions. Subject areas covered will with Essentials of Firefighting I and include planning and decision-making, Essentials of Firefighting II, will provide a finance and budgeting, risk management, public relations and the news media. Prerequisite: FRE 207 112 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L FRE 223 - FITNESS, FWS 126 - TS Emergency Medical Beginning Weight Lifting CONTENTS Technician/EMT-Basic WELLNESS, IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 ANDSPORT FWS Beginning Weight Lifting introduces basic Emergency Medical Technician/EMT-Basic and intermediate strategies to developing INDEX covers emergency care, handling, and Division of Fitness, Wellness, and an appropriate individual strength and extrication of the critically ill and injured. Sport resistance program. Emphasis will be Topics covered include control of hemor- (815) 921-3801 placed on understanding basic program rhage, treatment of shock, fractures, soft design, implementation, and execution of tissue injuries, burn victims, poisoning, basic resistance exercises. emergency childbirth, packing and trans- FWS 110 - Prerequisite: None portation of the sick and injured. Fitness Walking Credit: 1 semester hour Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Credit: 9 semester hours Fitness Walking provides individuals with a low-impact alternative to jogging as a Lecture: 7 Lab: 4 FWS 127 - means of improving cardiovascular fitness Advanced Weight Lifting and overall health. FRE 225 – IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None Management IV Advanced Weight Lifting provides the stu- IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 1 semester hour dent with an in-depth study of weightlift- Management IV course focuses on analyz- Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 ing techniques, strategies, and theories. ing and organizing personnel assignments, This course will focus on free weights and developing personnel policies, reviewing FWS 113 - advanced lifting strategies that are cur- and approving capital budgets and fiscal Low Impact Aerobics rently used. financing, implementing public relations IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: FWS 126 programs and management systems for the Low Impact Aerobics develops and Credit: 2 semester hours fire service. Advanced personnel manage- improves strength, flexibility, and cardio- Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 ment, organizing health and safety pro- vascular endurance. Prerequisite: None grams and labor relations are other areas FWS 131 - Credit: 1 semester hour of focus in this upper level management Basketball and Touch Football course. Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: FRE 220 Basketball and Touch Football acquaints Credit: 3 semester hours FWS 116 - the student with the skills, strategies, and Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Step Aerobics rules of basketball and touch football. IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None Step Aerobics is designed to stimulate and FRE 240 - Credit: 1 semester hour initiate aerobic-fitness awareness through Fire Protection Internship Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 broadening knowledge and experience of movements of the body through the use of Fire Protection Internship provides the FWS 133 - the STEP. student with an opportunity to apply and Power Volleyball expand upon newly-acquired skills in the Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 fire service work environment. This course Credit: 1 semester hour Power Volleyball introduces the student to is carried out cooperatively between the Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 the following fundamentals of power vol- student and the host facility. Periodic leyball: the forearm pass, the floater serve, review sessions will be held to assess the FWS 119 - the overhead set, spiking, blocking, the student’s progress. Participation requires Cardio Kickboxing five-one offensive and two-four defensive an interview and selection process. IAI: None 1.1 patterns. Prerequisite: FRE 182 Cardio Kickboxing is designed to provide Prerequisite: None Corequisite: FRE 206, 208 individuals with an aerobic workout. Tae Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 1 - 6 semester hours Kwon Do and boxing skills are incorporat- Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Lecture: 0 Lab: 1 - 6 ed into this high-energy exercise session. Prerequisite: None FWS 135 - Credit: 1 semester hour FRE 250 - Golf Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Special Topics in the Fire Service IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 Golf is designed for both the beginning and Special Topics in the Fire Science is FWS 121 - experienced players. Students will develop designed to allow a student to apply other Principles of Aerobic Conditioning the fundamental skills, techniques, and learning experiences toward credit at Rock IAI: None 1.1 strategy through practice and playing on Valley College. National Fire Academy Principles of Aerobic Conditioning pro- the golf course. courses, Illinois Fire Service Institute vides the student with the basic concepts Prerequisite: None courses, workshops and seminars are of developing an aerobic conditioning pro- Credit: 1 semester hour examples of experiences that may be gram. Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 reviewed for credit. A total of four credits Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 semester hour will be allowed for this course. FWS 137 - Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Fire Tennis Science curriculum. IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 1 - 4 semester hours Tennis is designed to develop and improve Lecture: 1 - 4 Lab: 0 the proper skills and fundamentals neces- sary to enjoy the game of tennis through practice and playing experiences on tennis courts. Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 113 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L FWS 139 - Soccer departure. If desired, final checkout dives FWS 220 - IAI: None 1.1 may be completed on site in the warm Introduction to Career Opportunities CONTENTS Soccer acquaints the beginning student open water. For those with PADI certifica- in Physical Education, Exercise with the fundamental soccer skills of drib- tion, credit is earned by completing a mini- Science and Sport bling, passing, kicking, tackling, trapping, mum of eight open water dives. IAI: None 1.1 INDEX heading and goalkeeping. Simple offensive Prerequisite: None Introduction to Career Opportunities in and defensive strategies will be empha- Credit: 1 semester hour P.E., Exercise Science and Sport provides sized. Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 an opportunity for the student to examine Prerequisite: None career opportunities in physical education, Credit: 1 semester hour FWS 150 - coaching, sports medicine and closely- Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Shoto-kan Karate related fields. IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None FWS 140 - Shoto-kan Karate is designed to introduce Credit: 3 semester hours Basic Physical Defense for Women the student to the fundamentals of self- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.1 defense. Students will learn the history This course is a women's only self-defense and philosophy of Shoto-kan Karate as well FWS 223 - and risk reduction education program as develop the basic skills of kicks, blocks Physical Education For the designed to teach realistic ways to lessen and self-defense holds and releases. Elementary School Teacher the chances of and defend against physical Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 assault. Credit: 1 semester hour Physical Education for the Elementary Prerequisite: None Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 School Teacher introduces the pre-service Credit: 1 semester hour teacher to content and methods of teach- Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 FWS 151 - ing age-appropriate physical activities to Tae Kwon Do children, in grades K-6. There will be spe- FWS 141 - IAI: None 1.1 cial emphasis placed on appropriate peda- Hiking, Cycling, and Outdoor Tae Kwon Do is an introduction to a sys- gogical techniques in assessing, designing, Activities tem of techniques for self-defense and and instructing a well-designed and mean- IAI: None 1.1 counter-attack by the unarmed. The ingful physical education program. Hiking, Cycling, and Outdoor Activities is course promotes skill development in basic Prerequisite: None designed to acquaint the student with Tae Kwon Do techniques. Credit: 3 semester hours these activities. Emphasis will be on an Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 appreciation of nature and enjoying the Credit: 1 semester hour out-of-doors via a fitness activity. The Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 FWS 225 - class will be traveling to various biking and Principles of Adapted Physical hiking sites. FWS 176 - Education Prerequisite: None Intercollegiate Sports I IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 1 semester hour IAI: None 1.1 Principles of Adapted Physical Education Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Intercollegiate Sports I is a course for stu- acquaints the student with the principles dents who are members of one of the col- of conducting adaptive recreational and FWS 143 - lege’s intercollegiate team sports pro- physical education programs. It is an in- Snorkeling grams. These include: Women’s tennis, depth study of the background and foun- IAI: None 1.1 basketball, softball and volleyball; men’s dations of disabilities in the special stu- Snorkeling is offered in connection with baseball, basketball, golf, tennis, and foot- dent and adult. other college travel classes visiting warm ball. Students may earn a maximum of two Prerequisite: None water locations. This course is designed to credits for any combination of FWS 176 Credit: 3 semester hours introduce the student to a variety of open and FWS 177. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 water and reef snorkeling experiences by Prerequisite: Permission from respec- visiting and exploring the numerous sites tive coach is required to enroll in this FWS 231 - available in the area. class. Contemporary Health Issues Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 semester hour IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Contemporary Health Issues provides Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 health information to students so they can FWS 177 - make intelligent decisions concerning their FWS 145 - Intercollegiate Sports II health and the health of significant others. Scuba Diving IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 Intercollegiate Sports II is a course for stu- Credit: 3 semester hours Scuba Diving introduces the student to the dents who are members of one of the col- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 skills and knowledge necessary for PADI lege’s intercollegiate sports programs. (Professional Association of Diving These include: Women’s tennis, basketball, FWS 233 - Instructors) Open Water Diver certifica- softball and volleyball; men’s baseball, bas- Community Health tion. ketball, golf, tennis and football. Students IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None may earn a maximum of two credits for Community Health is designed to provide Credit: 1 semester hour any combination of FWS 176 and FWS177. the student with an in-depth study of com- Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Students may not enroll in FWS 177 with- munity health organizations issues such as out completing FWS 176. population growth, environment, poverty, FWS 146 - Prerequisite: Permission from respec- medical care and disease. Open Water Scuba tive coach is required to enroll in this Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 class. Credit: 3 semester hours Open Water Scuba is offered in connection Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 with other college travel classes visiting a Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 warm water location. PADI certification may be started by completing the neces- sary classroom and pool sessions prior to 114 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L FWS 235 - FWS 243 - FWS 260 - TS Alcohol and Drug Education First Aid and General Safety Introduction to Exercise CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 and Sport Science Alcohol and Drug Education is designed to First Aid and General Safety teaches the IAI: None 1.1 educate the student about issues relating student emergency care for accident vic- Introduction to Exercise and Sport Science INDEX to all drugs and chemicals used in today’s tims until the services of emergency per- is designed to introduce students to the society. Students will learn about prescrip- sonnel can be obtained. Upon completion various aspects of the discipline including tion drugs, over-the-counter drugs, illicit of this course, students will be trained in areas of study, technology, certifications, drugs, and controversial issues surround- the American Red Cross techniques of professional organizations as well as the ing the usage of various forms of chemicals adult, infant and small child CPR and stan- current and future trends in exercise science. relevant to current issues. dard first aid. Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 FWS 261 - FWS 236 - FWS 250 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sport Human Sexuality Introduction to Sport Management IAI: None 1.1 IAI: SW 912 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Nutrition for Fitness and Sport explores Human Sexuality introduces topics of Introduction to Sport Management will the relationship between nutrition and human sexual functioning including the introduce the student to the expanding physical fitness. Topics covered include: physiology, sociology, philosophy and field of sport management. An overview of adequate diets for athletes, pre-event morality of human sexual practices and of the field and specific career opportunities meals, nutritional demands of aerobic and love. will be covered. anaerobic activities, and caloric expendi- Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None ture for various physical activities. Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 FWS 237 - FWS 253 - Nutrition for Optimum Living Introduction to Coaching FWS 263 - IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Nutrition, Exercise and Nutrition for Optimum Living explores the Introduction to Coaching covers the basic Weight Control function of nutrients and nutrition as it principles and practices of coaching by IAI: None 1.1 affects health. Attention is given to under- examining sport philosophy, pedagogy, phys- Nutrition, Exercise and Weight Control is standing the importance and interrelation- iology, management, and sports medicine. specifically designed for those students who ship of the nutrients to achieving optimal Prerequisite: None want to better understand the relationship health. Credit: 3 semester hours of dieting and exercise to obesity. Based on Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 a multi-disciplinary approach, this class will Credit: 3 semester hours explore the physiological, sociological and Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 FWS 255 - psychological theories of obesity. The role Sociology of Sport of exercise and fitness in weight control will FWS 240 - IAI: None 1.1 be demonstrated through the actual plan- Introduction to Athletic Training Sociology of Sport is designed to educate ning and implementation of a specifically- and Sports Medicine students about the relevance of sport in designed exercise program. IAI: None 1.1 modern society, the impact of sport on Prerequisite: None Introduction to Athletic Training and Sports society and the influence which cultural Credit: 3 semester hours Medicine stresses principles and techniques institutions have on sport. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 for the prevention, recognition, treatment Prerequisite: None and rehabilitation of common athletic Credit: 3 semester hours FWS 265 - injuries. Includes discussion of the team Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Personal Fitness and Wellness approach of sports medicine in ensuring IAI: None 1.1 quality care to the athlete. Supportive tap- FWS 258 - Personal Fitness and Wellness incorpo- ing and wrapping, duties and responsibili- Sport and Exercise Psychology rates the principles and theories of well- ties of the athletic trainer, and operations IAI: None 1.1 ness into an individualized fitness pro- procedure for athletic trainers are also cov- Sport and Exercise Psychology is an exam- gram. By combining lecture with activity, ered. Students are required to complete ination of psychological concepts and all aspects of the students’ lifestyles will be one hour of independent lab. coaching attitudes and techniques for examined and assessed. Students will be Prerequisite: None improving and fostering athletic perform- required to attend one group lab and one Credit: 3 semester hours ance and enjoyment. The course includes independent lab session. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 psychological motivation, choice and indi- Prerequisite: None vidual participation in appropriate athletic Credit: 3 semester hours and fitness activities. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture 3 Lab: 0
115 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L FLUIDPOWER FLD FLD 158 - GEL 103 - Fluid Power Seminar Fossils and Earth History CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: P1 905L 1.1 Division of Technical Programs The Fluid Power Seminar course covers Fossils and Earth History is an introduc- (815) 921-3000 the most recent developments in tion to the geological history of our planet INDEX hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrohydraulic and the evolution of life through the study FLD 100 - systems. The workshop may cover compo- of rocks and fossils. The course explores Introduction to Fluid Power nents, circuits, control logic, computer the immensity of geologic time and surveys IAI: None 1.2 simulation, fluidics, and hydraulic systems the physical and biological changes of the The Introduction to Fluid Power course is used in robotics. Earth System through time, such as the designed to provide students with a basic Prerequisite: None origins of Earth, origin of life, the age of understanding of the concepts and applica- Credit: .5-6 semester hours reptiles, and the formation and breakup of tions of fluid power technology and the nec- Lecture: .5-6 Lab: 1-12 supercontinents. This course fulfills labo- essary skills for further study in the field. ratory science requirements for students The course is an overview of fluid power both inside and outside the curriculum. technology applications; the general concept FOREIGNLANGUAGE Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- of fluid power systems; an introduction to -See Modern Languages ment test score, or completion of MTH energy input, energy output, energy control, 091 & 092 with a grade of “C” or better, and systems auxiliary components; as well or equivalent. as the design and function of components. FRENCH Credit: 4 semester hours Prerequisite: None -See Modern Languages Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 GEL 107 - GEOGRAPHY GEO Geology of the Solar System FLD 115 - IAI: P1 905 1.1 Hydraulic Components and Circuits Geology of the Solar System is an intro- IAI: None 1.2 Liberal Arts Division ductory survey of the solar system with an The Hydraulic Components and Circuits (815) 921-3317 emphasis on data acquired by space course is a study of the principles of opera- probes. Topics covered will include the tion, construction, and functions of GEO 130 - origin and evolution of planetary interiors, hydraulic components. It is designed to pro- World Regional Geography surfaces, and atmospheres, as well as the vide students with a working knowledge of IAI: S4 900N 1.1 origin and composition of the asteroids hydraulic components, auxiliaries, and fluids World Regional Geography provides an and comets. Possibilities for and conse- as they are utilized both singularly and in analysis of the physical and human quences of exploiting the various compo- combination to develop hydraulic circuits. resources of the major world areas. Special nents of our solar system for natural Prerequisite: FLD 100 attention is given to the economic status of resources will be discussed. Credit: 3 semester hours individual nations and the problems and Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 potentialities of their future development. ment test score, or completion of MTH Prerequisite: None 091 & 092 with a grade of “C” or better, FLD 120 - Credit: 3 semester hours or equivalent. Fundamentals of Pneumatics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 The Fundamentals of Pneumatics course is designed to give students an understanding GEL 206 - of the elementary principles of pneumatics, GEOLOGY GEL Environmental Geology methods of control, and air circuits. The IAI: P1 908 1.1 history and applications of pneumatics are Environmental Geology explores both the reviewed. Emphasis is placed on those areas Science Division constraints imposed by geology on human of knowledge required to design and fabricate (815) 921-3471 activities and human impacts on natural pneumatic circuits representative of those processes. Topics include fundamental found in industry. Design of these circuits GEL 101 - geologic processes and associated hazards includes valve selection as well as proper siz- Introduction to Geology (earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, flooding, ing of other components. A comparison is IAI: P1 907L 1.1 landslides), evaluation of geologic made between pneumatics and hydraulics Introduction to Geology is a survey of the resources, and the legal and geologic limi- principles, systems, circuits and components. physical composition of the Earth and the tation of resource utilization. The course Prerequisite: None dynamic processes that affect the Earth. will explore topics such as waste disposal Credit: 3 semester hours Topics covered include plate tectonics, and land use planning. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 mountain building, volcanoes, earthquakes, Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- glaciers, rivers, minerals, and rocks. This ment test score, or completion of MTH FLD 140 - course fulfills laboratory science require- 091 & 092 with a grade of “C” or better, Fluid Power Circuits and Systems ments for students both in and outside the or equivalent. IAI: None 1.2 geoscience curriculum. Credit: 3 semester hours The Fluid Power Circuits and Systems course Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 includes basic concepts of fluid power circuit ment test score, or completion of MTH design and function. It covers open and 091 & 092 with a grade of “C” or better, closed loop systems as well as open center or equivalent. and closed center open loop circuits. The Credit: 4 semester hours three basic functional types of circuits are Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 discussed: directional control switching, flow control, and pressure control. Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent regis- tration in MTH 100; FLD 115 and FLD 120 or consent of instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours 116 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L GEL 250 - GAT 110 - Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and TS Field Geology Introduction to Photoshop QuarkXPress. CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: GAT 101 or consent of the Field Geology introduces students to Introduction to Photoshop will familiarize instructor. regional geologic features. The focus will the student with the composition and edit- Credit: 3 semester hours INDEX vary but can include emphasis on folded ing capabilities of Adobe Photoshop. This Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 mountain belts, volcanic terrains, and fos- course is laboratory-based and each stu- sil-bearing rocks. Rock and fossil collecting dent will be required to complete a variety GAT 180 - may be done in some cases; students taking of activities utilizing the software. Introduction to Press Operation field geology will gain a greater apprecia- Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.2 tion of the Earth, and they will acquire Credit: 2 semester hours Introduction to Press Operation provides enhanced observational skills applicable to Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 the student with an introduction to small any field-based profession and appreciation offset press operation. Projects will be run of using Earth as a laboratory. Topics in GAT 115 - on an offset duplicator with instruction in related field(s) may be included as applica- Introduction to Illustrator setup, single-color printing, cleanup, and ble. This course will meet three to five IAI: None 1.2 safety. Discussions will include the topics times prior to a required seven to 10 day Introduction to Illustrator orients the stu- of infeed systems, registration, dampening, field excursion. dent to vector-based graphic design soft- and inking systems. Prerequisite: Sufficiently high placement ware to create original artwork as well as Prerequisite: GAT 101 or consent of the test score, or completion of MTH 091 & modify and recreate existing files for pro- instructor. 092 with a grade of “C” or better, or duction output. Credit: 4 semester hours equivalent. Prerequisite: None Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 GAT 190 - Image Generation and Output GAT 150 - IAI: None 1.2 GERMAN Typography Image Generation and Output explores the – See Modern Languages IAI: None 1.2 creation and output of digital files for Typography explores the structure, per- printing and publishing. Instruction and sonality and history of type. Fundamental laboratory experience includes the applica- typographic principles, font recognition tion of current computer software, digital GRAPHICARTS and analysis of both historical and post- technology, creation, setup, and use of TECHNOLOGY GAT modern design theory will be covered. plates, and other input and output devices. Emphasis will be on content, form and Prerequisite: GAT 101 Division of Engineering and technique for the effective use of typogra- Credit: 2 semester hours Technology phy in ads, posters, newsletters and other Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 visual communications. (815) 921-3101 Prerequisite: GAT 101 or consent of the GAT 211 - instructor Advanced Photography GAT 101 - Credit: 2 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Introduction to Graphic Arts Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Advanced Photography studies control of Technology perspective through large format camera IAI: None 1.2 GAT 168 - movements. The concept of the Zone Introduction to Graphic Arts Technology is Graphic Arts Technology Internship System, along with a historical perspective a series of lectures, discussions, presenta- IAI: None 1.2 of photography, is covered. Other topics tions, laboratory experiences, and field Graphic Arts Technology Internship include high-contrast processes, hand col- trips designed to orient students to the requires a supervised experience in a oring and optics. breadth of the graphic arts industry. Topics graphic arts production facility using a Prerequisite: GAT 105 or consent of discussed include the historical aspects of cooperative training plan agreed to by the instructor. the industry as well as the current technol- instructor, participating firm, and student. Credit: 3 semester hours ogy utilized in the production of printed The student must submit an application to Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 matter. the instructor prior to mid-term of the pre- Prerequisite: None vious semester and requires consent of the GAT 215 - Credit: 4 semester hours instructor or division director. Variable Advanced Illustrator Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 and repeatable credit may be earned up to IAI: None 1.2 six hours. Advanced Illustrator builds upon skills GAT 105 - Prerequisite: Current enrollment in the learned in GAT 115 such as pen tool tech- Basic Photography Graphic Arts Technology curriculum, niques, object binding, pathfinders and fil- IAI: None 1.2 completion of at least 12 credits in GAT ters and effects. Additional topics include Basic Photography is a systematic approach courses, and sophomore class standing. brushes, patterns, appearance palettes, 3D to mastering the fundamental techniques Credit: 1-6 semester hours effects and live tracing. Projects include and concepts of photography. Emphasis is Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 technical drawings, artistic renderings and placed on operation of photographic equip- 3D object creating. ment using black and white materials and GAT 178 - Prerequisite: GAT 115 or consent of processing procedures. Photographic prin- Fundamentals of Desktop instructor ciples covered include light and its charac- Publishing Credit: 2 semester hours teristics, depth-of-field, and composition. IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Use of these principles leads the student Fundamentals of Desktop Publishing is a from an original idea to the creation of black continuation of the computer skills learned and white photographs. in GAT 101. This course will explore the Prerequisite: None basics of graphic design, typography, lay- Credit: 3 semester hours out and technical issues for desktop pub- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 lishing. This course reinforces the use of current computer software including 117 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L GAT 220 - achieve predictable and consistent color course may be repeated three times. Advanced Photoshop for the reproduction. Prerequisite: Current enrollment in the CONTENTS Graphic Arts Industry Prerequisite: GAT 220 Graphic Arts Technology curriculum, IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours completion of a minimum 21 credits in Advanced Photoshop for the Graphic Arts Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 GAT courses, and sophomore class INDEX Industry involves a more intensive study of standing. digital image manipulation. Topics include GAT 260 - Credit: 1-6 semester hours advanced layering techniques, use of chan- Estimating for Graphic Arts Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 nels, duotones, and output specific to the Production printing and publishing industry. IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: GAT 110 or consent of Estimating for Graphic Arts Production HEALTH HLT instructor. explores the manual and electronic Credit: 3 semester hours method for pricing production printing Division of Allied Health and Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 jobs. Major emphasis is on estimating photo lithographic work but other types of Human Services GAT 241 - production will be discussed. Field trips, (815) 921-3200 Intermediate Desktop Publishing class discussion and laboratory case stud- IAI: None 1.2 ies will allow the student a variety of esti- HLT 101 - Intermediate Desktop Publishing continues mating experiences. Instruction will Introduction to Healthcare Careers from GAT 178 into more advanced con- include the manufacture of paper and inks. IAI: None 1.2 cepts and applications of computer-based Prerequisite: GAT 190 and GAT 290, Introduction to Healthcare Careers pro- composition systems for the graphic arts MTH 115 or MTH 120, or consent of vides an introduction to healthcare and industry. Topics and projects include: cre- instructor. healthcare careers. Topics include health, ation of multi-page documents, advertise- Credit: 3 semester hours illness, lifestyles and common illnesses; ments, product packaging, large format Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 human response to illness and the needs of designs, and file and font management. clients who are experiencing illness, Prerequisite: GAT 178 GAT 280 - healthcare delivery systems and important Credit: 4 semester hours Press Operation II issues for healthcare systems and care Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 IAI: None 1.2 providers; and employment and careers in Press Operation II continues from GAT 180 healthcare. Cultural diversity issues are GAT 242 - to cover more intricate applications and addressed as they relate to course topics. Advanced Desktop Publishing build skills utilizing a small offset press. Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.2 Topics and related student projects include: Credit: 2 semester hours Advanced Desktop Publishing continues press measurement techniques, ink densi- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 from GAT 241 to more advanced concepts ty, conductivity, critical registration, multi- and applications of preflighting, color sep- color runs, and press maintenance. HLT 105 - arations, impositioning, indexing of multi- Prerequisite: GAT 180 Phlebotomy page documents, duotones to quadtones, Credit: 4 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 scanning transparencies, and trapping. Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Phlebotomy involves teaching of tech- Prerequisite: GAT 241 niques for the purpose of obtaining blood Credit: 3 semester hours GAT 290 - samples by venipuncture, micropuncture Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Finishing, Bindery and Variable and arterial puncture. Medical and labora- Data Applications tory terminology, anatomy of the circulato- GAT 250 - IAI: None 1.2 ry systems, interpersonal communication, Special Topics in Graphics Arts Finishing, Bindery and Variable Data laboratory safety, and laboratory clerical Technology Applications is an introduction to finishing procedures are studied. IAI: None 1.2 and binding techniques, the operation of Prerequisite: None Special Topics in Graphic Arts Technology paper drills, saddle stitchers, programmable Credit: 3 semester hours explores specific applications, skills, or cutters, and paper folders for a variety of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 interest in graphic technology. A special laboratory projects. Also covered is variable topic requires: adequate and available data control using a variety of software HLT 110 – materials on a specific graphic arts related programs. Lectures and discussions as well Medical Terminology issue, a comprehensive course outline, as tours will be used to introduce complex IAI: None 1.2 instructor expertise, student and commu- finishing techniques not available in our Medical Terminology provides study of a nity interest, and ability to increase skill classroom. wide range of medical terminology. The and/or knowledge in graphic arts technolo- Prerequisite: GAT 101 or consent of course is of value to those preparing for gy. Variable and repeatable credit up to six instructor. careers as health care providers and for credit hours may be earned. This course Credit: 3 semester hours diagnostic careers. It is also of value to may be repeated three times. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 those preparing for medical office careers, Prerequisite: Determined by the special including Medical Office Assistant, Medical topic and consent of instructor. GAT 298 - Transcriptionist, Medical Coding, and oth- Credit: 1-6 semester hours Independent Study in Graphic Arts ers. Course content includes building med- Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0-4 IAI: None 1.2 ical terms from word parts and specific Independent Study encourages individual medical terms relating to body systems, GAT 255 - projects or research of special interest diseases, diagnosis, surgical and medical Color System Management related to Graphic Arts Technology. The care, abbreviations, medications, and other IAI: None 1.2 student must submit an application to the medical terms. Color System Management applies color division director prior to mid-term of the Prerequisite: None theory to the practical management of prior semester for a specific topic in coop- Credit: 2 semester hours color in a production environment. Topics eration with a qualified instructor. Lecture: 2 Lab:0 include: color theory, color measurement, Approval of the topic and study plan by establishing scanner and monitor color the instructor and division director is profiles, proofing, and press calibration. required. Variable and repeatable credit up 118 Students will learn to develop a system to to six credit hours may be earned. This 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L HISTORY HST HST 144 - HST 172 – TS Current History 1945 to the Present History of the Middle East I CONTENTS Liberal Arts Division IAI: None 1.1 IAI: S2 918N 1.1 Current History 1945 to the Present is a his- History of the Middle East is an introductory (815) 921-3338 torical analysis of the contemporary world in survey of the political, social and economic INDEX its national and international setting from history of the principal Middle Eastern HST 140 - 1945 to the present that is divided into countries, including the origins and devel- History of Western Civilization I 1945-1960, 1960-1972, 1972-1980, 1980- opment of the peoples and cultures. The IAI: S2 902, HST 913 1.1 1991, and current events. course focuses on major movements, influ- History of Western Civilization I includes Prerequisite: None ences and personalities that helped shape prehistoric people, the ancient cultures, Credit: 3 semester hours the Middle East. Among the more impor- Greek and Roman civilization, the Middle Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tant themes will be long-term cultural and Ages, the Renaissance and the social continuities with the Islamic and Reformation. The evolution of people from HST 151 - ancient Near East, and concepts of religious the earliest times to the 17th century is African History Survey to 1600 and political authority. covered. IAI: S2 906N 1.1 Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None African History Survey to 1600 includes the Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours geography, the culture, languages, and the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 political and social institutions of the African people. Emphasis will be placed upon the HST 173 – HST 141 - birth of man, prehistory, ancient and History of the Middle East II History of Western Civilization II medieval civilizations and kingdoms, initial IAI: S2 919N 1.1 IAI: S2 903, HST 914 1.1 contact with Europe and the beginning(s) of History of the Middle East Since 1453 is an History of Western Civilization II covers the slave trade. introductory survey of the political, social the evolution of Western people from the Prerequisite: None and economic history of the principal 17th century to the present. The develop- Credit: 3 semester hours Middle Eastern countries, including the ment of Western institutions of govern- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 origins and development of the peoples ment, the modern state system, interna- and cultures. The course focuses on major tional relations, and the cultural and intel- HST 152 - movements, influences and personalities lectual development of the West are treat- African History Survey Since 1600 that helped shape the Middle East. Among ed. IAI: S2 907N 1.1 the more important themes will be long- Prerequisite: None African History Survey Since 1600 covers term cultural and social continuities with Credit: 3 semester hours the slave trade, roots of European expan- the Islamic tradition, and concepts of reli- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 sion, colonialism and the scramble for gious and political authority. Africa, the Berlin Conference and the parti- Prerequisite: None HST 142 - tioning, the growth of nationalism, the fight Credit: 3 semester hours History of the United States to for independence, neocolonialism, and the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 1865 emergence of the modern African nation. IAI: S2 900 1.1 Prerequisite: None History of the United States to 1865 begins Credit: 3 semester hours HST 182 - with the background to and development Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 History of Eastern Civilization of the American colonies, continues with to 1500 the American Revolution, Constitution, IAI: S2 908N 1.1 Federal Period, Age of Jefferson, National HST 162 – History of Eastern Civilization to 1500 Period, and Age of Jackson and concludes History of Latin America I includes the political and cultural history with the background to the Civil War and IAI: S2 910N 1.1 of India, China, Japan and Southeast Asia. Reconstruction. History of Latin American I is an introducto- The origins, development and importance Prerequisite: None ry survey course that focuses on the politi- of the major religions of Asia will be Credit: 3 semester hours cal, social and economic history of the prin- stressed. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 cipal Latin American nations, including the Prerequisite: None origins and development of its peoples and Credit: 3 semester hours HST 143 - cultures from ancient civilizations to the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 History of the United States Since European conquest. 1865 Prerequisite: None HST 183 - IAI: S2 901 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours History of Eastern Civilization History of the United States Since 1865 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Since 1500 begins with the problems of IAI: S2 909N 1.1 Reconstruction, proceeds to the American HST 163 – History of Eastern Civilization Since 1500 Industrial Revolution and its effects— History of Latin America II is a survey of the developments in India, urbanism, culture, politics of the Guilded IAI: S2 911N 1.1 China, Japan, and Southeast Asia since the Ages, Imperialism, Progressivism—contin- History of Latin America II is a continuation arrival of the Europeans. The impact of ues with the 20th century and the United of History of Latin America I. This course technology from the West upon political States’ role in World War I, 1920s, focuses on the political, social, economic ideas, cultural-religious values, and eco- Depression, and its role in World War II, and cultural history of the principal Latin nomics will be stressed. and concludes with the United States since American nations from the late Colonial Prerequisite: None World War II. period to the present. Major influences, Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None forces, and personalities will be studied. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
119 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L HST 192 - HONORS HNR their own time, ultimately recognizing con- History of the World Until 1750 temporary themes, genres, and relationships CONTENTS IAI: S2 912N 1.1 within the humanities. Emphasis will be on This course provides a survey of world his- Honors Program the relevance of these trends on current soci- tory from the earliest beginnings of (815) 921-4087 ety and implications for the future. INDEX humankind until 1750. It will examine the Prerequisite: None growth and development of the social, HNR 101, 102, 201, 202 -Honors Credit: 3 semester hours political, economic, and cultural institu- Study I, II, III and IV Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tions of the societies of the world. IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None These are required courses to be taken dur- HUM 115 - Credit: 3 semester hours ing the student’s enrollment in the Rock Cultural Pluralism in America Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Valley College Honors Program. Students IAI: None 1.1 have options each semester in the sequence This course is an exploration of various HST 193 - by selecting from a variety of projects and racial and ethnic groups in the United History of the World Since 1750 including both written and oral presentations. States. The course will examine the histo- IAI: S2 913N 1.1 First-year students will take HNR101 in ry, communication, and dynamics of minor- This course provides a survey of world his- the fall semester and HNR102 in the spring ity traditions in America including blacks, tory from 1750 until the present. It will semester. Second-year students will take Hispanics, Asians, and others. Majority- examine the social, political, economic, HNR 201 in the fall semester and HNR 202 minority relationships will be analyzed. and cultural changes in the societies of the in the spring semester. Prerequisite: None world during that time period. Prerequisite: Admission to the Rock Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Valley College Honors Program Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Credits: 0.5 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 0.5 Lab: 0 HUM 117 - Ethnic Traditions in American HST 210 - Theatre History of Women of the United HUMANITIES HUM IAI: F1 909D 1.1 States This course involves reading and writing IAI: None 1.1 Liberal Arts Division about American plays that dramatize racial History of Women of the United States and ethnic minorities struggling to con- provides an overview of 400 years of (815) 921-3317 struct identities in a society influenced by American women’s history in all its diversi- dominant myths concerning gender, fami- ty. Themes will include the private and HUM 111 - ly, success, race, equality, and freedom. family experiences of women, the nature Introduction to Humanities I Prerequisite: None of women’s work and education, and the IAI: HF 902 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours political and civic role and activism of Introduction to Humanities I (from the Ancient Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 women. The grand sweep of American his- World to 1600) is a basic introduction to the tory—colonial settlement and conquest, humanities including art, music, literature, phi- HUM 120 - revolution and civil war, the institution of losophy, and history from the ancient periods Hispanic Caribbean Cultural slavery, industrialization, world wars, and of Egypt and Mesopotamia to the Renaissance. Expression the rise of consumerism, the workings of Differing subject matter and issues will be dis- IAI: HF 904N 1.1 the welfare state—will provide the back- cussed and analyzed with attention directed to Hispanic Caribbean Cultural Expression is an drop for the story. the role of humanities in current society. interdisciplinary survey of the significant intel- Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None lectual and artistic achievements of selected Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Latin American cultures through works which Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 may include literature, philosophy, visual art, architecture, music, and film. Selected works HST 244 - HUM 112 - will show the transformation from a colonial English History I Introduction to Humanities II culture following the European model to a IAI: None 1.1 IAI: HF 903 1.1 gradual development of a national identity and English History I is a survey of English his- Introduction to Humanities II (from 1600 culture. The selected Latin American culture tory from ancient origins to 1688. to present) is a basic introduction to the will be announced in the schedule of classes. Prerequisite: None humanities including art, music, literature, The course will be taught in English. Credit: 3 semester hours philosophy, and history from the Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Renaissance to modern times. Differing Credit: 3 semester hours subject matter and issues will be discussed Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 HST 245 - and analyzed with attention directed to the English History II role of humanities in current society. HUM 121 - IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None U.S. Latino/Latina Cultural English History II is a survey of English Credit: 3 semester hours Expression history from 1688 to the present. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: HF 906D 1.1 Prerequisite: None U.S. Latino/Latina Cultural Expression is an Credit: 3 semester hours HUM 114 - interdisciplinary study of the cultural iden- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Introduction to Humanities III: tities of U.S. Latinos/Latinas. Using an his- Contemporary Western World torical framework, students will be intro- IAI: HF 901 1.1 duced to the literary, artistic, and socio- This course is an interdisciplinary, thematic political contributions from this minority to survey of the history, philosophy, art, music, U.S. culture. The class will explore issues and literature of the Western World from the of adaptation, marginalization, changing beginnings of the 20th century to the present. gender roles, and the search for self and Using an historical framework extending back place in a bilingual-bicultural society. This to the concept of “modernism” as defined by class will be taught in English. antiquity through contemporary times, stu- Prerequisite: None dents will examine the connections between Credit: 3 semester hours 120 earlier concepts of modernism and those of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L HUM 122 - HUM 212 - HSR 102 - TS Spanish Cultural Expression War and Western Humanities from Introduction to Group Processes CONTENTS IAI: HF 902 1.1 the Renaissance to the Present IAI: None 1.2 Spanish Cultural Expression is a chrono- IAI: HF 901 1.1 Introduction to Group Processes focuses logically-organized interdisciplinary survey War and Western Humanities from the on building knowledge and skills for effec- INDEX of the significant intellectual, literary, Renaissance to the Present is a survey tive interpersonal relationships in organ- philosophical, visual art, music and other course which explores the theme of war as ized groups. Theories of group dynamics performing art expressions from the major represented in the history, art, literature, and their relevance for human service epochs of modern Spain. This class may music and philosophy of the Western workers are presented. The course also include a travel experience where the cul- World beginning with the Renaissance focuses on the functioning and dynamics ture will be studied on-site. This class will through modern times. Special emphasis of the interdisciplinary team. Students will be taught in English. may be placed on specific conflicts (i.e. experience the group process by working Prerequisite: None The Thirty Years War, The French in small groups as part of the course. Credit: 3 semester hours Revolution, The American Revolution, (Offered spring semester.) Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 World Wars I and II, Vietnam, etc.) while Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or placing these in the larger context of the instructor permission HUM 125 – theme of humanism and war. The content Credit: 3 semester hours Introduction to Non-Western of the course will lead to considerations of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Humanities its relevance in the conflicts of the present IAI: HF 904N 1.1 day and their representations in current HSR 110 - Survey of Counseling A guided, interdisciplinary exploration of art, literature, music and philosophy. Theories the humanities, focusing on non-western Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.2 perspectives and traditions. Works and Credit: 3 semester hours Survey of Counseling Theories is an intro- issues in art, music, architecture, litera- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ductory examination of the major ture, philosophy, religion and performance approaches to counseling and how coun- will be studied, both within a particular HUM 250 - seling can be used to help people change cultural formation (such as Middle Leadership Development Studies problem behaviors. It includes discussion Eastern, Asian, African, South American) IAI: None 1.1 of factors in the healthy personality. and also through a comparative examina- This course is a comprehensive analysis of Applications to treatment of addictions is tion of their values, motifs and aesthetics the traits and values inherent in effective also covered. (Offered fall semester.) with those of western cultural expression. leaders. Speeches, biographies, essays, lit- Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or Prerequisites: None erary classics and films are examined in a instructor permission Credit: 3 semester hours collegial, self-directed environment to Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 facilitate class discussions. Phi Theta Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Kappa, the national community college HUM 210 - honor society, provides text materials and HSR 120 - Introduction to Cultural Expression of Gender in certifies the course instructors. Developmental Disabilities the Visual and Performing Arts Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.2 IAI: F 2 907D 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours Introduction to Developmental Disabilities Cultural Expression of Gender in the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 includes an introductory survey of etiolo- Visual and Performing Arts is the interdis- gies, characteristics, treatment and prog- ciplinary study of art, architecture, music, See also LITERATURE, nosis of developmental disabilities. It cov- theatre performance, and dance that ers a discussion of the disabled client’s focuses on the experience and construc- MODERNLANGUAGES, psychosocial, neurological, sensorial, intel- tion of gender identity in Western culture. PHILOSOPHY for other cours- lectual, and physical abilities and disabili- Prerequisite: None es that satisfy the Humanities ties. Includes discussion of the effect on Recommended: Prior study of or experi- requirement for General the family and the role of society as it per- ence in art, architecture, music, theatre Education. tains to the developmentally disabled. performance and/or dance. (Offered fall semester.) Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 instructor permission HUMANSERVICES HSR Credit: 3 semester hours HUM 211 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 War and Western Humanities Division of Allied Health and Through the Human Services HSR 140 - Survey of Psychiatric Middle Ages (815) 921-3200 Rehabilitation IAI: HF 900 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 War and Western Humanities Through the Survey of Psychiatric Rehabilitation focus- HSR 101 - Middle Ages is a survey course which explores es on the rehabilitative approach to serv- Introduction to Human Services the theme of war as represented in the histo- ing individuals with severe mental illness. IAI: None 1.2 ry, art, literature, music and philosophy of the The approach is based on the premise that Introduction to Human Services provides a Western World from the earliest civilizations of consumers will set goals for the rehabilita- basic overview of the human service field, Mesopotamia and Egypt through the Middle tion team. The course covers psychiatric professions, philosophical approach to Ages. Special emphasis may be placed on spe- disability, current approaches to treat- helping, and how human services agencies cific conflicts (i.e., The Macedonian Wars, The ment, the mental health system, vocational are organized and function. Peloponnesian War, The Punic Wars, The 100 and skills training, and family and commu- Prerequisite: None Years War, etc.) while placing these in the nity support systems. Credit: 3 semester hours larger context of the theme of humanism and Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 war. The content of the course will lead to instructor permission considerations of its relevance in the conflicts Credit: 3 semester hours of the present day and their representations in Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 current art, literature, music, and philosophy. Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 121 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L HSR 201 - theories, concepts, and methods acquired HSR 260 - Interpersonal Behavior through the Human Services Program Independent Study in CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 coursework. Human Services Interpersonal Behavior focuses on building Prerequisites: Completion of four credits IAI: None 1.2 knowledge and skills for effective interper- of HSR 205 Field Placement I with a Independent Study in Human Services is INDEX sonal relationships. Experientially struc- grade of C or better, AND Completion of designed to offer students an opportunity to tured activities provide students with 54 of the required 67 credits towards the conduct an individual project or research opportunities to practice the skills learned A.A.S. degree in Human Services OR in areas of special interest in human serv- in class. (Offered fall semester.) enrollement in the final semester of the ices. Course requirements are based on Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or A.A.S. in the Human Services degree the nature of the subject under study. instructor permission requirements. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Human Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours Services program, the completion of 12 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 1 Lab: 10-20 hours of credit at Rock Valley College, and the consent of instructor or divi- HSR 203 - HSR 211 - sion director. Family Services Interviewing Techniques Credit: 1-6 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 Family Services offers an introduction to Interviewing Techniques provides a discus- the multi-problem family and an awareness sion of the theory and practice of skills of the methods used to solve these prob- needed for effective intake interviewing, lems. Included are theories of family dys- information gathering, and assisting pro- INDEPENDENT function; how to help families improve how fessionals in their relations with individual they function; and about systems theories. clients. (Offered spring semester.) STUDY IDS Addiction and co-dependency are also Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or explored. (Offered spring semester.) instructor permission Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or Credit: 3 semester hours IDS 299 - instructor permission Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Independent Study Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 HSR 231 - Independent Study is an opportunity for Substance Abuse Treatment students to do extended work in a given HSR 205 - IAI: None 1.2 liberal arts discipline, with minimal faculty Field Placement I Substance Abuse Treatment explores contact. IDS 299 may not be used to pro- IAI: None 1.2 methods of intervention and treatment in vide a substitution for an approved catalog Field Placement is on a part-time basis in a the field of addiction. Issues to be dis- course, nor will it fulfill specific general supervised experience with a cooperating cussed include assessment, data gathering, education requirements toward the agency selected by the student and the report writing, charting, treatment plans, A.A./A.S. degrees. Student and sponsoring instructor. Students are to have 300 hours and current approaches to individual and faculty must file a detailed plan of work of internship to graduate from the pro- group treatment. and receive both divisional and dean-level gram. The last 100 hours of internship will Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or approval. need to be completed through enrollment instructor permission Prerequisite: A 2.5 minimum GPA for in HSR 206 Field Placement II. No more Credit: 4 semester hours 15 college-level credit hours. May be than 100 hours of credit can be given for Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 repeated for a maximum of four hours experiences accumulated prior to entrance for credit toward A.A./A.S. degrees. in the program. Students may register for HSR 232 - Credit: 1-4 semester hours 1-4 hours of credit a semester. Fifty hours Substance Abuse Rules and Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0 of internship is required for each hour of Regulations credit. At least one of the internships must IAI: None 1.2 be a 100-hour placement. Substance Abuse Rules and Regulations Prerequisites: Students without prior, explores the governing process concerning JOURNALISM JRN significant human service experience substance abuse treatment in the field of should not take this course until they addiction. Issues to be discussed include Liberal Arts Division attain second semester status (12 cred- assessment, data gathering, report writing, (815) 921-3338 its in the Human Services curriculum) charting, treatment plans, and current Credit: 1-4 semester hours approaches to individual and group treat- JRN 105 - Lecture: 1 Lab: 5-10 ment. Newspaper Production I Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or IAI: None 1.1 HSR 206 – Field Placement II instructor permission Newspaper Production I is a course in IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours which students participate in the produc- Students enrolled in HSR 206 Field Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tion of the college newspaper, The Valley Placement II will complete their final 100 Forge, and meet with the instruc- hours of internship required for graduation HSR 250 - tor/advisor and the editor(s) to learn and from the Human Services Program. Special Topics in Human Services apply the principles and practices of news- Through this experience they will success- IAI: None 1.2 paper production in a state-of-the-art, fully demonstrate their integration of the Special Topics in Human Services is computerized newsroom environment. human services professional competencies designed to satisfy specific needs or inter- Prerequisite: None by completing a capstone project drawing ests of Human Services majors and/or the Credit: 1 semester hour on their acquired learning from the Human community. The course topics change as Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Services Program’s coursework. Students special needs and interests arise. will also take a comprehensive examina- Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or tion which draws on key human services instructor permission Credit: 1-6 semester hours Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0
122 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L JRN 110 - JRN 146 - TS Newspaper Production II Advanced News Writing LIT 141 - CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Film as Literature Newspaper Production II is a continuation Advanced News Writing is a continuation of IAI: F2 908 1.1 of Journalism 105. Emphasis will be placed JRN 122, focusing on investigative reporting, Film as Literature is an examination of the INDEX upon proofreading and copy editing, head- feature writing, series writing, and advanced relationships and interactions between film line writing, and the elements of good jour- reporting and writing skills. and literature through comparative study, nalistic style. Prerequisite: JRN 122 or consent of including literary aspects of film, aural and Prerequisite: JRN 105 instructor. visual adaptations, and techniques and Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 3 semester hours criticism common to both areas. Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: ENG 099 with a grade of “C” or better; or sufficiently high JRN 122 - JRN 205 - English placement score. Newswriting Newspaper Production III Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: MC 919 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Newswriting serves as an introduction to Newspaper Production III is a continuation of the principles and practices of gathering, Journalism 110. Emphasis will be placed upon LIT 142 - evaluating, writing, and editing basic news graphic design theories, principles of page Introduction to Poetry stories. Students are also instructed in prin- layout and production, and photojournalism. IAI: H3 903 1.1 ciples of ethical journalism while learning Prerequisite: JRN 110 Introduction to Poetry involves instruction newsroom management skills and tech- Credit: 1 semester hour and practice in close reading of poetry, niques that are critical in the writing Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 focusing on reading, discussing, and writing process. effectively about a range of poems, not an Prerequisite: None JRN 210 - historical survey. Students will be able to use Credit: 3 semester hours Newspaper Production IV relevant critical terms in their analyses of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.1 poems; to discuss poetic forms, genres, and Newspaper Production IV is a continuation techniques in an informed way; and to deal JRN 123 - of Journalism 205. Emphasis will be placed effectively with questions of interpretation. Feature Writing and Editing upon editorial practice and opinion writing Prerequisite: ENG 099 with a grade of IAI: None 1.1 and advanced design theories. “C” or better; or sufficiently high Feature Writing and Editing is an introduc- Prerequisite: JRN 205 English placement score. tory course in preparing feature articles Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 3 semester hours for newspapers and magazines. Students Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 write articles that are generally from two – 10 pages long, and they are encouraged to LIFESCIENCE LIT 143 - submit their work for publication. – See Biology Introduction to Drama Prerequisite: JRN 122 is recommended IAI: H3 902 1.1 but not required. Introduction to Drama involves reading Credit: 3 semester hours and discussion of representative plays, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ranging from classical to modern drama, LITERATURE LIT with some attention to dramatic and the- JRN 135 - ater criticism. Students will be able to use News Editing Liberal Arts Division relevant critical terms in their analyses of IAI: None 1.1 (815) 921-3338 plays, will analyze and interpret individual News Editing is an introduction to print works, and will become familiar with such media editing principles and practices, LIT 139 - dramatic genres as tragedy, comedy, melo- including headline writing and copy editing Mythology drama, and farce. Students will write effec- skills, revision of material for style, newspa- IAI: H9 901 1.1 tive analyses and interpretive (expository) per design theory, principles of photo edit- Mythology is an introductory course in read- essays on plays and their conventions. ing, and typography. ing and analyzing the more important myths, Prerequisite: ENG 099 with a grade of Prerequisite: JRN 122 or consent of studying what distinguishes mythology from “C” or better; or sufficiently high instructor. other story forms, and noting the influences English placement score. Credit: 3 semester hours of mythology on traditional literature. A typ- Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ical literature course approach will be used Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 in that the basic format will consist of read- JRN 139 - ing, analysis, and discussion. LIT 144 - Literary Magazine Production Prerequisite: ENG 099 with a grade of “C” Introduction to Fiction IAI: None 1.1 or better; or sufficiently high English IAI: H3 901 1.1 Literary Magazine Production is a comprehen- placement score. Introduction to Fiction involves reading sive, hands-on introduction to the management Credit: 3 semester hours and discussion of representative short sto- of a “little magazine,” including creative writing, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ries and novels from a range of literatures, solicitation of materials, aesthetic decision- with some attention to critical work on fic- making, advertising, layout and design, promo- LIT 140 - tion. Students will increase their enjoy- tion and sales. Field trip to printer required. The Bible as Literature ment and appreciation of fiction by reading May not earn more than six credits. This IAI: H5 901 1.1 a variety of works and writers; come to course may be repeated two times. The Bible as Literature is an introduction to understand the forms and functions of Prerequisite: None the literature of the Bible: the quality and prose fiction; be able to use relevant criti- Credit: 2 semester hours style of its literary forms and its influence on cal terms effectively; and analyze and Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 English and American literature. interpret prose fiction both in class discus- Prerequisite: ENG 099 with a grade of “C” sion and in formal critical essays. or better; or sufficiently high English Prerequisite: ENG 099 with a grade of placement score. “C” or better; or sufficiently high Credit: 3 semester hours English placement score. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 123 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L LIT 155 - LIT 206 - LIT 241 - Contemporary Literature British Literature – 1800 Shakespeare CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 to the Present IAI: H3 905 1.1 Contemporary Literature is designed to pro- IAI: H3 913 1.1 Shakespeare is a first course in the works vide an awareness of the contemporary liter- British Literature 1800 to the Present and world of Shakespeare that focuses on INDEX ary and philosophical trends in poetry, involves a study of representative works reading, discussion, and criticism of the drama, and fiction. Twentieth century illustrating the development of British lit- major histories, comedies, tragedies, prob- British, American, and European authors will erature from 1800 to the present, with an lem plays and poetry. Written work be selected, with emphasis on recent works. emphasis on major literary movements includes substantial formal essay assign- Prerequisite: ENG 099 with a grade of understood in relation to their intellectual, ments totaling 9-12 pages. “C” or better; or sufficiently high social, and political contexts. Written work Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in English placement score. includes substantial formal essay assign- ENG 101 or consent of instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours ments totaling 9-12 pages. Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ENG 101. LIT 201 - Credit: 3 semester hours LIT 243 - American Literature – Colonial Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Masterpieces of World Literature Days to the Civil War Through 1800 IAI: H3 914 1.1 LIT 210 - IAI: H3 906 1.1 American Literature – Colonial Days to the Women Writers: The Early Years Masterpieces of World Literature Through Civil War involves a survey of representa- (to 18th Century) 1800 is a study of major literary works of tive works illustrating the development of IAI: H3 911D 1.1 Western civilization from Greek epics and American literature from its beginnings to Women Writers: The Early Years will con- drama through selected prose, verse, and the Civil War, with an emphasis on major sider ways in which women have present- drama of the 18th century. Written work literary movements understood in relation ed themselves and have been presented in includes substantial formal essay assign- to their intellectual, social, and political texts from early history to the mid-to-late ments totaling 9-12 pages. contexts. Written work includes substan- 19th century. Works will be primarily by Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in tial formal essay assignments totaling 9-12 women, from various communities and tra- ENG 101 or consent of instructor. typed pages. ditions. LIT 210 will focus on female life Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in cycles and roles, especially as these delin- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ENG 101. eate and reflect women’s experience. It Credit: 3 semester hours will show how a selection of women during LIT 244 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 this period saw themselves, were seen by Masterpieces of World Literature others, and began to challenge the limits of Since 1800 LIT 202 - these perceptions. Written work includes IAI: H3 907 1.1 American Literature – Civil War to substantial formal essay assignments total- Masterpieces of World Literature Since the Present ing 9-12 pages. 1800 is a continuation of the study of IAI: H3 915 1.1 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in major literary works in Western civilization American Literature – Civil War to the ENG 101 or consent of instructor. from the Enlightenment through the Present involves a survey of representative Credit: 3 semester hours Romantic period and Realism-Naturalism works illustrating the development of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 to the present. Written work includes sub- American literature from the Civil War to stantial formal essay assignments totaling the present, with an emphasis on major lit- LIT 211 - 9-12 pages. erary movements understood in relation to Women Writers: The 19th & 20th Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in their intellectual, social, and political con- Centuries ENG 101 or consent of instructor. texts. Written work includes substantial IAI: H3 911D 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours formal essay assignments totaling 9-12 Women Writers: The 19th & 20th Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 pages. Centuries will consider ways in which Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in women have presented themselves and LIT 251 - ENG 101. have been presented in texts from the Non-Western Literature Credit: 3 semester hours mid-to-late 19th century to the present. Before 1800 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Works will be primarily by women, from IAI: H3 908N 1.1 various communities and traditions. LIT Non-Western Literature Before 1800 LIT 205 - 211 will focus on ways in which women involves an introduction to literature in British Literature – Beginning to have not only questioned the limits of tra- English by writers from non-Western cul- 1800 ditional roles but also have created new tures—Asian, South Asian, African, IAI: H3 912 1.1 ways to perceive, reflect, and transform Caribbean, Middle-Eastern, etc.—with an British Literature Beginning to 1800 their experience. Written work includes emphasis on the intellectual, social, and involves a survey of representative works substantial formal essay assignments total- political contexts of their works before illustrating the development of British lit- ing 9-12 pages. 1800. Written work includes substantial erature from its beginnings to 1800, with Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in formal essay assignments totaling 9-12 an emphasis on major literary movements ENG 101 or consent of instructor. typed pages. understood in relation to their intellectual, Written work includes substantial for- Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in social, and political contexts. Written work mal essay assignments totaling 9-12 ENG 101. includes substantial formal essay assign- pages. Credit: 3 semester hours ments totaling 9-12 pages. Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ENG 101. Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
124 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L LIT 252 - LIT 275 - MGT 273 - TS Non-Western Literature Since 1800 Latin American Literature in Small Business Management CONTENTS IAI: H3 908N 1.1 Translation IAI: None 1.2 Non-Western Literature Since 1800 involves IAI: H3 909 1.1 The objective of Small Business an introduction to literature in English by Latin American Literature in Translation is Management is to acquaint students with INDEX writers from non-Western cultures—Asian, an introductory course in which all works the entire entrepreneurial process, includ- South Asian, African, Caribbean, Middle- are read and discussed in English. ing strategy, business startup and opera- Eastern—with an emphasis on the intellec- Students are not required to have any pre- tions. The material covered should also tual, social, and political contexts of their vious knowledge of Latin American lan- benefit the individual who might manage a works after 1800. Written work includes guages or culture. The course surveys rep- small business for absentee owners or who substantial formal essay assignments total- resentative works illustrating the develop- might manage a division or department of ing 9-12 typed pages. ment of Latin American literature from the a major corporation. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Middle Ages to the present, with an Prerequisite: BUS 101 ENG 101. emphasis on literary movements under- Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours stood in relation to their intellectual, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 social, and political contexts. Written work includes substantial formal essay assign- MGT 274 - LIT 260 - ments totaling 9-12 pages. Leadership Contemporary African Literature Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of IAI: None 1.2 IAI: H3 908N 1.1 the first general education writing Leadership is designed to provide workers Contemporary African Literature is a sur- course (ENG 101) with a grade of “C” or with techniques, role models and real-life vey course designed to introduce students better. examples that they can use to help them to the post-1920 works of some major Credit: 3 semester hours achieve their personal career goals in the African writers. Selected contemporary Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 workplace. The practical application of the works representing a cross-section of principles learned in Introduction to Africa will be studied. Written work Business and Principles of Management is includes substantial formal essay assign- the primary emphasis of this course. The ments totaling 9-12 pages. MANAGEMENT MGT student should leave each class with a specific Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in action that can be used on the job the next ENG 101. Division of Business/Computers day that will help them/their company more Credit: 3 semester hours successfully compete in the marketplace. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 and Information Systems Prerequisite: BUS 101 or consent of the (815) 921-3101 instructor. LIT 273 - Credit: 3 semester hours French Literature in Translation MGT 270 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: H3 909 1.1 Principles of Management French Literature in Translation surveys IAI: None 1.2 MGT 281 - representative works illustrating the devel- Principles of Management introduces the Women in Management opment of French literature from the basic management functions of planning, IAI: None 1.2 Middle Ages to the present with an empha- organizing, leading, and controlling. Topics Women in Management provides both sis on literary movements understood in include the organizational triangle, strate- practical and theoretical materials to help relation to their intellectual, social, and gic planning, managing human resources, women who aspire to managerial careers. political contexts. Written work includes decision-making, communication, quality, Discussions center on special issues facing substantial formal essay assignments total- innovation, conflict management, and women in management. This course is ing 9-12 pages. ethics. These principles apply to manage- designed for women wanting to move into Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ment in all organizations. management, male and female manage- ENG 101. Prerequisite: BUS 101 or consent of the ment students and business people seek- Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. ing to continue or update their education. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours LIT 274 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Spanish Literature in Translation MGT 271 - IAI: H3 909 1.1 Human Resource Management MGT 282 - Spanish Literature in Translation is an IAI: None 1.2 Independent Study in Management introductory course in which all works are Human Resource Management is a study of IAI: None 1.2 read and discussed in English. Students the basic principles and procedures of per- Independent Study in Management allows are not required to have any previous sonnel administration. Application of man- the student to conduct research in special- knowledge of Spanish language or culture. agement fundamentals to the personnel ized management areas. The course The course surveys representative works function - recruitment, selection, training requirements will be developed based on illustrating the development of Spanish lit- and development, motivation, compensa- the nature of the subject and the students erature from the Middle Ages to the pres- tion, and retirement. Various personnel goals and objectives. Consent of the coor- ent, with an emphasis on literary move- techniques will be stressed. dinator is required. ments understood in relation to their intel- Prerequisite: BUS 101 and MGT 270 or Prerequisite: Completion of 30 semester lectual, social and political contexts. consent of Associate Dean or instructor. hours of credit in the business manage- Written work includes substantial formal Credit: 3 semester hours ment curriculum at Rock Valley College. essay assignments totaling 9-12 pages. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 A maximum of 3 hours credit can be Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of earned in this course. the first general education writing Credit: 1-3 semester hours course (ENG 101) with a grade of “C” or Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0 better. Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
125 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L MGT 283 - ing, forming, joining, material removal and MET 111 - Internship in Business other special processing technologies. CNC Machine CONTENTS Management Theory is illustrated by laboratory experi- Setup/Operation/Programming IAI: None 1.2 ments and demonstrations along with com- IAI: None 1.2 Internship in Business Management pro- pany visits to view the latest technologies. CNC Machine Setup/Operation/ INDEX vides a supervised occupational experience Prerequisite: MTH 094 Programming studies the setup and opera- in business management. A training plan Credit: 3 semester hours tion of computer numerical control (CNC) will be developed by the coordinator in Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 machine tools. The course is designed to cooperation with the student and the par- provide knowledge on the latest CNC ticipating business. Consent of the instruc- MET 106 - machines using an online training environ- tor is required. Metrology ment and lab session including turning Prerequisite: Completion of 30 semester IAI: None 1.2 centers and machining. Exercise and labo- hours of credit in the business manage- Metrology I introduces the science of ratory projects emphasize practical prob- ment curriculum. measurement for engineering technicians, lems, demonstrations, and student opera- Credit: 6 semester hours machinists, and technical personnel tion of CNC equipment. Lecture: 0 Lab: 30 through basic measurement principles, Prerequisite: MTH 089 selection, operation, and application of Credit: 3 semester hours English and Metric measuring instruments. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Lecture and lab exercises cover basic MANUFACTURING dimensional metrology, measuring instru- MET 115 – ments, gaging, high-amplification compara- Introduction to Laser Processes ENGINEERING tors, surface plate, angular instruments, (ICCB approval pending) TECHNOLOGY MET sine bar, pneumatic gaging, and CMM sys- IAI: None 1.2 tems. Related topics introduce data analy- Introduction to Laser Processes is designed Division of Engineering and sis, variable versus attribute, MSA, calibra- to introduce students to the fundamentals Technology tion systems, and modern standards for of laser processes used in manufacturing. (815) 921-3101 quality systems and metrology. This course will examine the safety, materi- Prerequisite: MTH 094 als, and processes included in laser tech- Credit: 3 semester hours nologies used in manufacturing. Students MET 100 - Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 completing this course will be qualified for Introductory CAD and Print entry level laser processes manufacturing Reading MET 108 - positions and will meet prerequisites for IAI: None 1.2 Computer Drafting Using advanced laser process courses. Introductory CAD and Print Reading is AutoCAD™ Prerequisite: MTH 089 designed for the student without recent IAI: IND 911 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours high school or industrial drafting experi- Computer Drafting Using AutoCAD™ Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 ence. The basic concepts required to cre- introduces computer graphic concepts, ate and interpret industrial drawings are hardware, software, and operating princi- MET 118 - presented and practiced. This course pro- ples of a comprehensive PC-based comput- Intermediate AutoCAD™ - vides fundamental print reading principles er graphics system. The student will use Production Drafting with emphasis on symbols and other perti- AutoCAD™ software for all course proj- IAI: None 1.2 nent data. ects. The latest ANSI/ASME standards will Intermediate AutoCAD™ - Production Prerequisite: MTH 089 be incorporated throughout the course. Drafting extends and builds upon current Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture and laboratory projects emphasize drafting practices for AutoCAD™ users. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 drafting principles and techniques neces- Emphasis is placed on the identification sary to produce multi-view, auxiliary, and and familiarization of techniques that MET 102 - section drawings with appropriate dimen- enhance CAD productivity and the produc- Methods of Statistical Process sioning practices. tion of industrial drawings. This course is Control (SPC) Prerequisite: MTH 089 intended for students completing a CAD IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours certificate program and is not required for Methods of Statistical Process Control Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 the A.A.S. degree program. presents basic statistical concepts, quality Prerequisite: MET 108 tools, common probability distributions, MET 110 - Credit: 3 semester hours problem-solving techniques, control charts Manufacturing Processes I Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 for variable and attribute data, interpreta- IAI: IND 913 1.2 tion, Gage R&R, process capability analy- Manufacturing Processes I provides an sis, and acceptance sampling. Instruction introduction to machining processes MET 120 - and lab exercises integrate management including milling, turning, grinding, CNC Machine Setup/Operation strategies, data planning, cross-functional drilling, and cutoff operations. Laboratory IAI: None 1.2 project teams, and requirements of mod- activities include the fundamentals of CNC Machine Setup/Operation studies the ern quality standards that lead to success- machine setup and operations, tooling, setup and operation of computer numeri- ful application of SPC. precision measurement, process safety, cal control (CNC) machine tools. The Prerequisite: MTH 094 care and maintenance. This course is course is designed to provide knowledge Credit: 3 semester hours offered at a regional training center in on the latest CNC machines using turning Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 partnership with Rock Valley College. centers and machining centers in the CIM Prerequisite: MTH 089 Laboratory. Lecture and laboratory proj- MET 105 - Credit: 3 semester hours ects emphasize practical problems, demon- Materials and Processes Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 strations, and student operations of CNC IAI: None 1.2 equipment. Materials and Processes introduces materi- Prerequisite: MTH 089 or consent of al properties and attributes of metals, plas- instructor. tics, ceramics, composites, and other Credit: 2 semester hours materials. The survey of processes Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 includes heat treatment, surface process- 126 ing, particulate processing, casting, mold- 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L MET 121 - MET 215 – MET 221 - TS Fundamentals of CNC Laser Processes I Machine Design CONTENTS Programming (Manual) (ICCB approval pending) IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Machine Design explores factors that influ- Fundamentals of CNC Programming Laser Processes I is designed to examine dif- ence materials and application of particu- INDEX (Manual) is a study of the fundamentals of ferent methods of laser cladding. This lar machine elements in their environment. computer numerical control programming course will examine important parameters in Attention is given to various loading condi- for machine tools within the manufacturing laser cladding by powder and wire injection. tions, stresses, and deformations, which environment. Emphasis is on application, Comparisons between laser cladding and must be considered in arriving at a satis- operation of a CNC program, tooling and other metallic coating techniques will be factory design. Elements include: gears, machines. Students will write programs identified. This course will include the study power screws, fasteners, bolted joints, and verify them using machine or computer of laser cladding properties and equipment springs and environmental considerations. graphics. used in the process. Safety in laser cladding Computer-aided design systems will be Prerequisite: MET 120 will be introduced during this course. incorporated where applicable. Credit: 2 semester hours Prerequisite: MET 115 Prerequisite: MET 218 Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 MET 133 - Graphics/Solidworks™ CAD I MET 217 - MET 225 – IAI: IND 911 1.2 Statics Laser Processes II Graphics/Solidworks CAD I introduces IAI: None 1.2 (ICCB approval pending) computer graphics concepts, hardware, Statics is an analysis of real force systems IAI: None 1.2 software, and operating principles of a by applying the principles of equilibrium to Laser Processes II is designed to continue an computer graphics system. The student rigid bodies and simple structures. in depth examination of laser cladding process will use SolidWorks™ software for all Distributed forces, determination of cen- modeling and operation. Terms and laser course projects. The latest ANSI/ASME troids, analysis of structures, friction and cladding process physics are calculated and standards will be incorporated throughout related topics are also presented. demonstrated through applied lab exercises. the course. Lecture and laboratory proj- Prerequisite: MTH 094 Numerical models and parameters are deter- ects emphasize design principles and tech- Credit: 3 semester hours mined through analysis and experiment. niques necessary to produce solid models, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Metallurgical parameters and clad-ability are assemblies and multi-view drawings. identified. Solidification conditions and mate- Prerequisite: MET 092 MET 218 - rial applications used in laser cladding are Credit: 3 semester hours Strength of Materials studies. Safety in laser cladding is further ana- Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 lyzed and demonstrated through lab exercises. Strength of Materials studies the relation- Prerequisite: MET 215 MET 146 - ship between external forces and the Credit: 3 semester hours Hydraulics, Pneumatics and PLCs stresses and deformations they produce in Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 a deformable body. Consideration is given Hydraulics, Pneumatics and PLCs intro- to members subjected to tension and com- MET 226 - duces the basic concepts of fluid power pression, torsion and bending related to: CNC/CAM Operations I technology including the function of loading and deflection of beams and shafts IAI: None 1.2 hydraulic and pneumatic components. and the buckling of columns. Computer- CNC/CAM Operations I teaches the con- Emphasis is placed upon the delineation of aided design systems will be incorporated cepts of Computer Numerical Control for basic hydraulic and pneumatic circuits. where applicable. machine tools, tooling, software and oper- Basic operations and programming of PLCs Prerequisite: MET 217 ating principles of CNC systems. Students is also presented. Credit: 1-3 semester hours develop part programs using current, Prerequisite: MTH 094. Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0 industrial CAM software for program gen- Credit: 3 semester hours eration, editing and tool path verification. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 MET 220 - Postprocessing and G-M code verification Mechanisms is presented for specific machine tools.. MET 162 - IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: MET 111 or MET 121 Applied Physics Mechanisms present the study of existing Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 mechanisms, motion characteristics, and Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Applied Physics for technical students the application of mechanism design to teaches industrial and technical applica- provide desired motions. In the motion MET 233 - tions to develop competence in physics study, absolute and relative velocities and Graphics/SolidWorks™ CAD II and mathematics fundamentals for all accelerations are presented. CAM layout is IAI: None 1.2 technology students. Five major areas of presented in detail as well as the nomen- Graphics/SolidWorks™ CAD II requires a study relating to modern physics for the clature and kinematics of gearing. comprehensive background with technician are covered: mechanics, matter Computer-aided design systems will be Solidworks™ software and current drafting and heat, wave motion and sound, electric- incorporated where applicable. practices. Lecture and laboratory projects ity and magnetism, and light. Prerequisite: MTH 094 include: surface, solid modeling, paramet- Prerequisite: MTH 094. Credit: 3 semester hours rics, and assemblies. Rapid prototyping Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 techniques will be introduced. Emphasis is Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 placed on the techniques used to maximize design and drawing productivity. Prerequisite: MET 133 or consent of instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
127 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L MET 237 - MET 249 - Survey of employment opportunities avail- Design of Experiments MET Capstone Project able in advertising. CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: MKT 260 or consent of Design of Experiments presents the best of A capstone course, emphasizing the solving instructor. Taguchi and Western experimental design of technical programs using a multidiscipli- Credit: 3 semester hours INDEX techniques for process quality improvement. nary engineering technology approach. The Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Students learn the sequential approach, instructor or student may propose an area of effective setup, quality tools, statistical and investigation. Successful solutions will MKT 281 - graphical analysis, and reporting of DOE. require that the student use an interactive International Marketing Lecture and lab exercises make extensive method using varying degrees of analysis, IAI: None 1.2 use of practical case studies to apply simple syntheses, and evaluation. Information, such International Marketing allows students to response tables, graphical techniques, and as vendor catalogs, manuals and library ref- gain a broad understanding of the field of computer analysis for process optimization. erences will be used. The project findings international marketing. The course pro- Prerequisite: MET 102, MET 106 will be presented by the student in both oral vides insight into how international mar- Credit: 4 semester hours and written form. keting is conducted, the requisites for Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: SPH 131, MET 133, effective performance and knowledge of MET 162, MET 218. This course is the special problems involved in language, MET 240 - intended to be taken the final semester finance and customs. Most importantly, it CNC/CAM Operations II prior to graduation. assists students in understanding interna- IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours tional marketing opportunities and how CNC/CAM Operations II is a second course Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 marketing principles and procedures apply that provides the student with a background to international business. in CNC programming using CAM software. Prerequisite: None Emphasis is placed on the identification and Credit: 3 semester hours familiarization of techniques that enhance MARKETING MKT Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 CAM productivity and the production of CNC programs. Students develop part pro- Division of Business/Computers MKT 288 - grams using software for program genera- Customer Relations tion, editing and simulation of tool paths. and Information Systems IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: MET 226 (815) 921-3101 Customer Relations is a study of principles Credit: 3 semester hours and methods to keep customers once you Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 MKT 260 - have developed them. Today, it costs five Principles of Marketing times as much to get a new customer as it MET 243 - IAI: None 1.1 does to keep an old one. Discussion is held Continuous Improvement Principles of Marketing presents a basic on a practical level. Topics include cus- in Manufacturing understanding of the principles of market- tomer expectations, staff training and IAI: None 1.2 ing and of the operation of our marketing management, maintaining good customer This course is designed to bring lean manu- system. Topics include buying motives, relations, turning service opportunities facturing techniques and training, that are habits, demands of consumers, channels of into sales and changing complaints into changing the world of manufacturing, into distribution, marketing functions, policies, orders. the classroom. Emphasis is placed on contin- marketing costs, and governmental rela- Prerequisite: None uous improvement, waste elimination, cus- tionships. Credit: 3 semester hours tomer focus and elements of lean production. Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: MTH 092 or consent of the Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 MKT 293 - Credit: 3 semester hours Internship – Marketing Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 MKT 265 - IAI: None 1.2 Salesmanship Internship – Marketing requires the stu- MET 247 - IAI: None 1.2 dent to work part-time as a marketing Manufacturing Methods, Process Salesmanship is the study of personal sell- intern in a local cooperating business firm. Planning and Systems ing as a part of the marketing process. This experience will be supervised by the IAI: None 1.2 Consumer behavior, persuasion, the impor- coordinator of marketing programs. Manufacturing Methods, Process Planning tance of a positive attitude, careers in Consent of the Associate Dean is required. and Systems studies the techniques, equip- sales, the sales process, and specific sales Prerequisite: At least 12 credits in ment and systems for successful manufac- techniques are discussed. Optional video- Marketing, previously or concurrently. turing production. Students learn to plan an taped presentations and sales projects pro- This course is repeatable three times. operation sequence, determine tooling vide the student with a means of evaluat- Credit: 1-3 semester hours requirements, and develop and utilize stan- ing and improving sales performance. Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-15 dard data. Lecture and case studies to Prerequisite: MKT 260 or consent of improve manufacturing systems employ the instructor. MKT 295 - principles and practices of Just-In-Time Credit: 3 semester hours Independent Study in Marketing (JIT), Total Quality Management (TQM), Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), Independent Study in Marketing allows the and Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS). MKT 266 - student to conduct research in special Prerequisite: MTH 092 or consent of the Principles of Advertising marketing related areas based on student instructor. IAI: None 1.2 goals and objectives. Consent of the Credit: 3 semester hours Principles of Advertising is an introduction Associate Dean of the Business Division is Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 to advertising. Why advertising is carried required. on, hot to prepare and present purposeful Prerequisite: Enrollment in one of the advertisements, and a review of the vari- marketing curriculums. This course is ous advertising media, as well as when and repeatable three times. how to use each to greatest advantage. Credit: 1-3 semester hours Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0 128 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L MASS characteristics, image composition, editing, project. The specific subject of the course TS criticism, and social implications. will vary each year. Categories include sitcom CONTENTS COMMUNICATION COM Prerequisite: None production, fiction film, and documentary. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: COM 256, 257 and consent Liberal Arts Division Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 of instructor. INDEX (815) 921-3317 Credit: 3 semester hours COM 252 - Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 COM 130 - International History of Film Introduction to Mass IAI: F2 909 1.1 COM 298 - Communication International History of Film is a survey of Mass Communication Internship IAI: MC 911 1.1 major worldwide film movements, genres, IAI: None 1.1 Introduction to Mass Communication is a directors and principal films with the pur- Mass Communication Internship provides primer in terminology, technology, theory, pose of understanding the social, econom- elective credit for serving as a student and craft of audio and video production. ic, and political situations that have led to intern for a media production facility Prerequisite: None the medium’s evolution. including Rock Valley College. Students Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None will learn about production equipment, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours operation, media selection, media plan- Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 ning, scripting, advertising, promotions COM 156 - and internal methodology. Audio Production I COM 256 – Prerequisite: Varies with cooperating IAI: MC 915 1.1 Advanced Audio Production agency. Audio Production I is a basic introduction IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 1-2 semester hours to the equipment, facilities, and terminolo- Advanced Audio Production is designed to Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 gy of the audio media industry. Students give students specialized training in the will work on individual and group record- audio recording industry. Students will ing projects including: public service work on group projects that include album announcements, radio, news and sound production, Foley audio production, ADR MATHEMATICS MTH effects production. Students will be intro- and advanced non-linear digital multi-track duced to sound recording for video and recording. These projects will be complet- Science Division non-linear multi-track audio editing and ed in the studio and in the field. streaming audio on the Web. Students are Prerequisite: COM 156 (815) 921-3471 required to enroll concurrently in COM 157. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 MTH 086 – Corequisite: COM 157 Basic Math Skills Credit: 3 semester hours COM 257 - IAI: None 1.4 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Advanced Video Production Basic Math Skills is designed for students IAI: None 1.1 who need a review of basic mathematical COM 157 - Advanced Video Production is designed to skills in preparation for further studies in Video Production I give students specialized training in the mathematics courses. Topics include oper- IAI: MC 916 1.1 video production industry. Students will ations with whole numbers and fractions. Video Production I is a basic introduction produce multiple group and independent Emphasis is placed on accurate calcula- to the equipment, facilities, and terminology projects. These projects include: a weekly tions; no calculators will be used through of the video media industry. Students will television production, music videos, video the entire module. Study skills will be work in a multiple camera studio producing: art projects, short films and documentary. incorporated throughout the course. newscasts, public service announcements, This course will provide students with Placement into MTH 086 is according to commercials and talk shows. Students will advanced knowledge of non-linear video placement test scores or on a voluntary also be introduced to the fundamentals of editing systems and field camera work. basis. Credit earned does not count script writing, non-linear video editing, Prerequisite: COM 156 and COM 157 or towards any degree, nor does it transfer. field and studio lighting and field produc- consent of instructor. Prerequisites: None tion. Students are required to enroll con- Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours currently with COM 156. Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: None Corequisite: COM 156 COM 296 MTH 088 – Credit: 3 semester hours Documentary Production Prealgebra Part I Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.4 Documentary Production provides stu- Prealgebra Part I includes a review of basic COM 246 – dents with an overview of the history of arithmetic skills while introducing algebra Music Technology the documentary film genre and with the concepts. Topics include operations with IAI: None 1.1 skills necessary to produce a documentary whole numbers, integers, fractions, and Music technology is a course designed to film. Students will explore interview tech- mixed numbers, solving equations, and teach acoustics, sound recording and niques, lighting, editing, and exhibition problem solving. No calculators will be sound recording technology to students venues. The course will culminate in the used through the entire module. Study who are majoring in music. production of a personal documentary. skills will be incorporated throughout the Prerequisites: MUS 111 and MUS 131 Prerequisite: COM 157 course. Placement into MTH 088 is accord- Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours ing to placement test scores or on a volun- Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tary basis. Credit earned does not count toward any degree, nor does it transfer. COM 251 - COM 297 - Prerequisite: MTH 086, or equivalent, Film History and Appreciation Motion Picture Production with a grade of “C” or higher or appro- IAI: F2 908 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 priate placement score. Film History and Appreciation is a survey of Motion Picture Production is an advanced Credit: 2 semester hours film as an art form and an industry. Particular video production course that will allow Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 emphasis is placed on lighting, sound, genre students to produce a professional quality documentary or fiction film as a group 129 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L MTH 089 – MTH 094 - MTH 100 - Prealgebra Part II Intermediate Algebra Part II Technical Mathematics CONTENTS IAI: None 1.4 IAI: None 1.4 IAI: None 1.2 Prealgebra Part II continues work in preal- Intermediate Algebra Part II covers func- Technical Mathematics is primarily for gebra concepts. Topics include operations tions, radicals, and quadratic equations. technology students. It is designed for stu- INDEX with decimals, ratio, proportion, percent, Credit earned does not count toward any dents with a good algebraic preparation graphing ordered pairs, introduction to degree, nor does it transfer. and includes basic study and applications graphing linear equations, geometry, and Prerequisite: MTH 093 with a grade of of trigonometry. The course includes a measurement. Study skills will be incorpo- “C” or higher study of exponents, radicals, and loga- rated throughout the course. Credit Credit: 2 semester hours rithms. earned does not count toward any degree, Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: Geometry and nor does it transfer. Intermediate Algebra with grades of “C” Prerequisite: MTH 088 with a grade of MTH 096 – or higher in both courses. “C” or higher Combined Beginning and Credit: 5 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours Intermediate Algebra Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.4 Combined Beginning and Intermediate MTH 115 - MTH 091 – Algebra is a one semester course covering General Education Mathematics Beginning Algebra Part I both beginning and intermediate algebra. IAI: M1 904 1.1 IAI: None 1.4 The topics included are real number oper- General Education Mathematics focuses on Beginning Algebra Part I will cover real num- ations and properties, linear equations and mathematical reasoning and the solving of bers, solving linear equations and inequali- inequalities, graphing, functions, polynomi- real-life problems, rather than on routine ties including applications, and graphing lin- als, factoring, rational expressions, sys- skills and appreciation. Three or four top- ear equations and inequalities. Study skills tems of equations, radical expressions, and ics are studied in depth, with at least 3 will be incorporated throughout the course. quadratic equations. The course will intro- chosen from the following list: geometry, Placement into MTH 091 is according to duce exponential and logarithmic func- counting techniques and probability, graph placement test scores or on a voluntary tions if time permits. Credit earned does theory, logic/set theory, mathematics of basis. Credit earned does not count toward not count toward any degree, nor does it finance, and statistics. The use of calcula- any degree, nor does it transfer. transfer. tors and computers is strongly encour- Prerequisite: MTH 088 and MTH 089, or Prerequisite: MTH 088 and MTH 089, aged. equivalent, with grades of “C” or higher or equivalent, with grades of “A” in both Prerequisite: Geometry and in both or appropriate placement score. or a sufficiently high placement test Intermediate Algebra with grades of “C” Credit: 2 semester hours score or consent of instructor. or higher in both courses. Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 6 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 6 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 MTH 092 – Beginning MTH 097 – MTH 120 - Algebra Part II Elementary Plane Geometry College Algebra IAI: None 1.4 IAI: None 1.4 IAI: None 1.1 Beginning Algebra Part II continues work Elementary Plane Geometry is a course in College Algebra includes a review of inter- in basic algebra concepts. It will cover the fundamental concepts of geometry mediate algebra, though it covers the over- operations on systems of equations in two intended for students who lack credit in lapping material more quickly and at a variables, polynomials, factoring, dimen- one year of elementary geometry or desire deeper level. The course develops the con- sional analysis, ratio and proportion. Study a review of this subject matter. This course cept of a function and its graph, inverse skills will be incorporated throughout the is considered equivalent to a one-year functions, exponential functions and their course. Credit earned does not count course in high school geometry. The topics applications, and systems of linear equa- toward any degree, nor does it transfer. included are deductive reasoning and tions and the matrix methods useful in Prerequisite: MTH 091 with a grade of proof, congruent triangles, parallel and solving those systems. The course will also “C” or higher. perpendicular lines, parallelograms and cover the theory of equations. Optional Credit: 2 semester hours other polygons, ratio and proportion, simi- topics to be covered if time permits are Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 larity, right triangles and the Pythagorean sequences and series, the binomial theo- Theorem, circles, perimeter, area, volume rem and mathematical induction. MTH 093 – and construction. Credit earned does not Prerequisite: Geometry and Intermediate Algebra Part I count toward any degree, nor does it Intermediate Algebra with grades of “C” IAI: None 1.4 transfer. or higher in both courses. Intermediate Algebra Part I includes a Prerequisite: MTH 091 and MTH 092, or Credit: 3 semester hours review of topics from beginning algebra equivalent, with grades of “C” or higher Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 with additional work in linear equations in both. and inequalities and systems of equations. Credit: 3 semester hours MTH 125 - The course will also cover absolute value Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Plane Trigonometry equations and inequalities as well as IAI: MTM 901 1.1 rational expressions and equations. Plane Trigonometry is a study of measures Placement into MTH 093 is according to of angles, trigonometric functions of acute placement test scores or on a voluntary and general angles, inverse functions, basis. Credit earned does not count toward graphs, fundamental identities, trigono- any degree, nor does it transfer. metric formulas and equations, applica- Prerequisite: MTH 091 and MTH 092, or tions, vectors, complex numbers, and top- equivalent, with grades of “C” or higher ics in analytic geometry. in both or appropriate placement score. Prerequisite: MTH 120 or equivalent Credit: 2 semester hours with a grade of “C” or higher. Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 130 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L MTH 132 - ment, and aspects of program testing and MTH 220 - TS Precalculus Mathematics debugging will be discussed.. Elements of Statistics CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: MTH 135 or equivalent IAI: M1 902 1.1 Precalculus Mathematics is intended for with a grade of “C” or higher Elements of Statistics is intended primarily students preparing for MTH 135 and covers Credit: 4 semester hours for students in life science or social sci- INDEX the material of MTH 120 and MTH 125 at a Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 ence, or others interested in elementary more rapid pace than those individual statistics. Topics included are measures of courses. Among the topics covered in this MTH 211 - central tendency and variability, graphical course are: functions and graphs, including Calculus for Business and presentation of data, normal and binomial linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, Social Sciences distributions, t- and chi-square distribu- and logarithmic functions; complex num- IAI: M1 900-B 1.1 tions, sampling, and correlation. This bers and theory of equations; trigonometric Calculus for Business and Social Sciences course is not intended to apply toward a functions, their basic properties and graphs; is an elementary treatment of topics from major or minor in mathematics. identities; inverse trigonometric functions; differential and integral calculus, with Prerequisite: Geometry and trigonometric equations; Law of Sines, Law applications in the social sciences and Intermediate Algebra with grades of “C” of Cosines; conics, parametric equations, business. Topics included are polynomial or higher in both courses. and polar coordinates. Optional topics will and exponential functions and their deriva- Credit: 3 semester hours be covered as time permits, e.g. DeMoivre’s tives, as well as integration. Each of these Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 theorem and Nth roots, sequences, mathe- topics is explored with an eye on its use- matical induction, and the bionomial theo- fulness as a tool to answer questions in MTH 235 - rem. Students may not earn more than six those fields of major interest to the stu- Calculus with credits for any combination of MTH 120, dents. This course is not intended to apply Analytic Geometry II 125, and 132. toward a major or a minor in mathematics. IAI: M1 900-2 Prerequisite: Geometry and Intermediate Prerequisite: MTH 120 or equivalent IAI: MTH 902 1.1 Algebra with grades of “C” or higher in both with a grade of “C” or higher. Calculus with Analytic Geometry II is a courses. Credit: 4 semester hours continuation of MTH 135. Topics included Credit: 5 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 are applications of the definite integral, Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 techniques of integration, parametric MTH 216 - equations, polar coordinates and infinite MTH 135 - Mathematics for Elementary series. Calculus with Analytic Geometry I Teachers I Prerequisite: MTH 135 or equivalent IAI: M1 900-1 IAI: None 1.1 with a grade of “C” or higher. IAI: MTH 901 1.1 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I is Credit: 4 semester hours Calculus with Analytic Geometry I is a first for students intending to major in elemen- Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 course in calculus. Topics included are func- tary education. This course focuses on tions, limits, continuity, derivatives, applica- mathematical reasoning and problem-solv- MTH 236 - tions of derivatives, integrals, exponential ing using manipulatives, calculators, and Calculus with Analytic and logarithmic functions, inverse functions. microcomputers. Topics include sets, the Geometry III Prerequisite: MTH 120 and MTH 125, or origin of numbers and numerals, systems IAI: M1 900-3 MTH 132, or equivalent with a grade of of numeration, functions, whole numbers, IAI: MTH 903 1.1 “C” or higher. number theory, integers, rational numbers Calculus with Analytic Geometry III is a Credit: 5 semester hours and irrational numbers, and the real num- continuation of MTH 235. Topics included Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 ber system. The MTH 216-217 course are analytic geometry of three-dimensions, sequence fulfills the two-course mathemat- vectors, partial derivatives, multiple inte- MTH 160 - ical content requirement for Illinois state grals, vector calculus, and differential Topics From Finite Mathematics certification in elementary teaching. equations. IAI: M1 906 1.1 Prerequisite: Geometry and Prerequisite: MTH 235 or equivalent Topics From Finite Mathematics is for stu- Intermediate Algebra with grades of “C” with a grade of “C” or higher. dents enrolled in computers and informa- or higher in both courses. Credit: 4 semester hours tion systems, business, or the social sci- Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 ences. Topics include simultaneous equa- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tions, matrices, linear programming, math- MTH 240 - ematics of finance, probability and statis- MTH 217 - Differential Equations tics. This course is not intended to apply Mathematics for Elementary IAI: MTH 912 1.1 toward a major or minor in mathematics. Teaching II Differential Equations is a course in the for- Prerequisite: : MTH 120 or equivalent IAI: M1 903 1.1 mulation, solution, and application of first- with a grade of “C” or higher. Mathematics for Elementary Teaching II is and simple higher-order differential equa- Credit: 3 semester hours for students intending to major in elemen- tions. Topics included are first- and second- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tary education. The course focuses on order ordinary differential equations with mathematical reasoning and problem-solv- applications; simultaneous differential equa- MTH 164 - ing using manipulatives, calculators, and tions with applications; solution of differen- The Computer in Mathematics – microcomputers. Topics include statistics, tial equations by varied techniques, includ- C/C++ probability, basic geometric shapes and ing Laplace transforms, numeric and/or IAI: None 1.1 their properties, measurement, triangle series methods; an introduction to partial The Computer in Mathematics C/C++ is a congruence and similarity, coordinate differential equations, boundary value prob- problem-oriented approach using the com- geometry, and transformational geometry. lems and Fourier series. puter in the study of mathematics. The MTH 216-217 course sequence fulfills Prerequisite: MTH 236 or equivalent Programs will be written and run to aid the two-course mathematical content with a grade of “C” or higher, or con- understanding of such topics as infinite requirement for Illinois state certification current enrollment in MTH 236. series, logical relations, approximations, in elementary teaching. Credit: 3 semester hours interpolation, graphing and matrices. Prerequisite: MTH 216 or equivalent Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Problem formulation, algotrithm develop- with a grade of “C” or higher. Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 131 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L MTH 250 - FRN 101 - GRM 101 - Modern Linear Algebra Beginning French Beginning German CONTENTS IAI: MTH 911 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Modern Linear Algebra is a study of ele- Beginning French emphasizes basic com- Beginning German emphasizes basic com- mentary topics of linear algebra, in which munication skills in French, including lis- municative skills in German, including lis- INDEX systems of equations and matrices are tening, speaking, reading and writing. tening, speaking, reading and writing. used as vehicles for the discussion of vec- Students will learn about the culture of Students will learn about the culture of tor spaces, subspaces, independence, selected French-speaking areas. selected German-speaking areas. bases, dimension, linear transformations, Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None and similarity. The study will also consider Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 4 semester hours applications of these ideas and techniques Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 to selected areas such as linear differential equations, approximation problems (least- FRN 102 - GRM 102 - squares best fit to data; Fourier series), Continuation of Beginning French Continuation of Beginning German linear programming (the simplex algo- IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 rithm), Markov chains, Leontief economic Continuation of Beginning French builds Continuation of Beginning German builds models, genetics, and computer graphics. upon and expands the knowledge acquired upon and expands the knowledge acquired Prerequisite: MTH 236 or equivalent in Beginning French. in Beginning German. with a grade of “C” or higher, or con- Prerequisite: FRN 101 with a grade of Prerequisite: GRM 101 with a grade of current enrollment in MTH 236. “C” or higher; or the equivalent by high “C” or higher; or the equivalent by high Credit: 3 semester hours school credit or proficiency. See above school credit or proficiency. See above Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 explanation of placement. explanation of placement. Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 MODERN FRN 203 - GRM 203 - LANGUAGES Intermediate French Intermediate German IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Liberal Arts Division Intermediate French is the third semester Intermediate German is the third semester (815) 921-3317 of the foreign language sequence, and is of the foreign language sequence, and is conducted entirely in French. In addition conducted entirely in German. In addition In which level of foreign language study to reviewing first-year concepts, students to reviewing first-year concepts, students should a student enroll? will expand their knowledge of the gram- will expand their knowledge of the gram- matical structures of the language, partici- matical structures of the language, partici- If a student has taken a foreign language pate in conversations on studied topics, pate in conversations on studied topics, in high school within the last three years, increase their ability to understand spoken increase their ability to understand spoken use this simple formula: language, and learn more about the culture language, and learn more about the culture • Multiply the number of semesters of of the countries where French is spoken. of the countries where German is spoken. high school foreign language study by Students will write short compositions and Students will write short compositions and the numeric equivalent of the grade give an oral presentation. give an oral presentation. earned (A=4; B=3; C=1; D=0; F=0). Prerequisite: FRN 102 with a grade of Prerequisite: GRM 102 with a grade of • Then divide the total by 2. “C” or higher; equivalency by high “C” or higher; equivalency by high school • Ifthetotalis: school credit or proficiency. credit or proficiency. 0-2.5 enrollin 101 Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours 3-4.5 enrollin 102 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 5-9.5 enrollin 203 10-12.5 enrollin 204 FRN 204 - GRM 204 - 13-16 enrollin 205 Continuation of Continuation of Intermediate French Intermediate German If students place into a course above 101, IAI: H1 900 1.1 IAI: H1 900 1.1 they may petition to receive the equivalent Continuation of Intermediate French is the Continuation of Intermediate German is the college credits for the course or courses fourth semester of the foreign language fourth semester of the foreign language they did not have to take at RVC. Upon sequence, and is conducted entirely in sequence, and is conducted entirely in successful completion (a grade of B or French. Students will expand their knowl- German. Students will expand their knowl- better) of the advanced course, students edge of the grammatical structures of the edge of the grammatical structures of the lan- should contact the Modern Language area language, participate in conversations on guage, participate in conversations on studied for full details. studied topics, increase their ability to topics, increase their ability to understand understand spoken language, and learn spoken language, and learn more about the Finally, if the last semester of high school more about the culture of the countries culture of the countries where German is spo- foreign language study was more than where French is spoken. Students will ken. Students will write short compositions three years ago, or language skills have write short compositions and give an oral and give an oral presentation. been acquired from sources other than presentation. Prerequisite: GRM 203 with a grade of secondary education, students may take Prerequisite: FRN 203 with a grade of “C” or higher; equivalency by high school the Rock Valley College Foreign Language “C” or higher; equivalency by high credit or proficiency. Placement/Proficiency Exam. Results on school credit or proficiency. Credit: 3 semester hours this exam may indicate eligibility to begin Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 an advanced course in that language. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
132 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L SPN 101 - aspects of Spain and Latin America. This MUS 104 - TS Beginning Spanish class is conducted exclusively in Spanish. Introduction to American Music CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: 3 semesters of college or 4 IAI: F1 904 1.1 Beginning Spanish emphasizes basic com- years of high school Spanish. Introduction to American Music is a survey municative skills in Spanish, including lis- Credit: 3 semester hours of 20th century American music with some INDEX tening, speaking, reading and writing. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 attention given to historical developments Students will learn about the culture of that brought about this music. Serious, jazz, selected Spanish-speaking areas. SPN 215 - musical theater and popular styles will be Prerequisite: None Spanish Grammar for discussed. Listening to representative Credit: 4 semester hours Native/Heritage Speakers examples will be an important part of the Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.1 class. This is a non-technical course for stu- This class is for students who grew up dents who are not concentrating in music. SPN 102 - speaking Spanish at home, but who have lit- Prerequisite: None Continuation of Beginning Spanish tle or no formal study of the language. The Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.1 purpose is to develop, maintain and enhance Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Continuation of Beginning Spanish builds proficiency in Spanish by providing a variety upon and expands the knowledge acquired of opportunities. It is an intensive course on MUS 105 - in Beginning Spanish. Spanish grammar with special emphasis Music for Elementary Teachers Prerequisite: SPN 101 with a grade of given to grammatical forms that tend to IAI: None 1.1 “C” or higher; or the equivalent by high present difficulties to native speakers as Music for Elementary Teachers is a study of school credit or proficiency. See above well as the correction of typical errors creat- basic skills for teaching music in the elementary explanation of placement. ed by the influence of the English language. grades through activities in singing, listening, Credit: 4 semester hours The class will allow students to explore the playing and moving to music. The course stress- Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 cultures of the Hispanic world including es understanding music fundamentals and their own and it will enable them to gain a using the piano and other basic instruments. SPN 203 - better understanding of the nature of their Prerequisite: None Intermediate Spanish own language and culture. Class is conduct- Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.1 ed exclusively in Spanish. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Intermediate Spanish is the third semester Prerequisite: To be a native or heritage of Spanish study. Students review and speaker of Spanish (i.e. of Hispanic MUS 106 - amplify listening, reading, writing, and descent and use Spanish to communi- Introduction to Non-Western Music speaking skills in a cultural context. cate at home.) This class cannot be IAI: F1 903N 1.1 Prerequisite: SPN 102 with a grade of taken in conjunction with the regular Introduction to Non-Western music is a “C” or higher; or the equivalent by high Spanish sequence 101-102-203-204, but survey of music from Asia, the Middle East, school credit or proficiency. See above can be taken INSTEAD of the regular Africa, South America, the Caribbean and explanation of placement. four semester Spanish classes. Permit Central America. Emphasis will be placed Credit: 3 semester hours by instructor needed. on exploring the cultural, social, religious Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours and historical backgrounds that shaped the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 music of these regions. Musical instruments SPN 204 - from these areas will also be examined. Continuation of Intermediate This is a non-technical course for students Spanish MUSIC MUS who are not concentrating in music. IAI: H1 900 1.1 Prerequisite: None Continuation of Intermediate Spanish Liberal Arts Division Credit: 3 semester hours builds upon and expands the knowledge Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 acquired in the previous three semesters (815) 921-3317 of Spanish study. MUS 111 - Prerequisite: SPN 203 with a grade of MUS 101 - Theory of Music I “C” or higher; or the equivalent by high Fundamentals of Music IAI: None 1.1 school credit or proficiency. See above IAI: None 1.1 Theory of Music I is a study of elementary explanation of placement. Fundamentals of Music is a study of the music forms and the basic principles of Credit: 3 semester hours basic principles (elements of music includ- chord structure and progression including Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ing pitch, notation, scales, key signatures four-part writing of diatonic harmony, and intervals) for students with little or no sight-singing, dictation and rhythmic drills. SPN 205 - previous music experience. Prerequisite: MUS 101 or equivalent. Advanced Spanish Conversation Prerequisite: None Credit: 4 semester hours IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Advanced Spanish Conversation is for stu- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 dents who have successfully completed at MUS 112 - least three semesters of college Spanish or MUS 102 - Theory of Music II the equivalent and wish to continue practic- Introduction to Music Literature IAI: None 1.1 ing the language in a conversational context. IAI: F1 900, FI 901 1.1 Theory of Music II is a continuation of Students will enlarge their active vocabulary Introduction to Music Literature is a study MUS 111. and apply it in a variety of contextual situa- of the masterpieces of musical literature Prerequisite: MUS 111 or equivalent. tions. They will learn to describe events and through a survey of standard concert Credit: 4 semester hours discuss issues of historical, literary, and cul- repertory and its historical development. Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 tural relevance to the Spanish-speaking world This is a non-technical course for students using the correct idiomatic expressions, tens- who are not concentrating in music. es and grammatical structures. The main Prerequisite: None focus of the class is conversational but the Credit: 3 semester hours content will be mostly based on cultural Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
133 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L MUS 121 - MUS 131 - unfamiliar languages in singing. Basic Music Literature Class Piano I Prerequisite: MUS 191-Chorus I or MUS CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 192-Chamber Singers I with a grade of Basic Music Literature is an introduction Class Piano I is for the non-piano major C or better. to music literature for music majors and for those who need or desire basic key- Credit: 3 semester hours INDEX emphasizing music from the Baroque peri- board skills. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 od to the present. Awareness of represen- Prerequisite: None tative composers and styles from each Credit: 2 semester hours MUS 191 - period and familiarity with selected works Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Chorus I will be stressed. Guidance will be given in IAI: None 1.1 the effective techniques of listening to MUS 132 - Chorus I is open to students who wish to music. Class Piano II sing standard and contemporary choral lit- Prerequisite: Previous music study IAI: None 1.1 erature. Chorus members are expected to (another music course or private music Class Piano II is a continuation of MUS 131. perform at concerts and certain other instruction). Prerequisite: MUS 131 or equivalent. scheduled events. This course may be Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours taken four times for credit. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: Previous singing experi- ence. MUS 122–130 - MUS 133 – Credit: 1 semester hour Applied Music for Non-Majors Class Piano III Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Applied Music for Non-Majors is for stu- Class Piano III is a continuation of Class MUS 192 - dents who intend to minor in music and/or Piano II/MUS 132. Chamber Singers I participate in one or more of the college Prerequisite: MUS 132 IAI: None 1.1 music ensembles and therefore, want to Credit: 2 semester hours Chamber Singers I is open by audition to improve their musical skills. A weekly one- Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 students who wish to perform in a select half hour lesson with the instructor and vocal chamber ensemble. The ensemble daily individual practice are required. In MUS 134 – sings standard and contemporary vocal addition to the credit hour fee, a private Class Piano IV chamber music. Members are expected to lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the IAI: None 1.1 perform at concerts and certain other following applied music courses may be Class Piano IV is a continuation of Class scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit. However, only Piano III/MUS 133. taken four times for credit. eight credits in applied music can be Prerequisite: MUS 133 Prerequisite: Satisfactory vocal audi- counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree. Credit: 2 semester hours tion. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor, Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 or 291 is suggested. and an RVC music instructor is required. Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 1 semester hours MUS 143 - Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Lecture: .5 Lab: 1 Class Voice I IAI: None 1.1 MUS 193 – MUS 122 – Class Voice I is a study of basic exercises Women’s Choir I Applied Jazz Guitar for Non Majors and theory needed in developing technique IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None in singing for the non-voice major and stu- Women’s Choir I is open by audition to MUS 123 - dent with no previous training. Class dis- (female) students who wish to perform in Applied Piano for Non Majors cussion and drill are coupled with attention a select women’s vocal chamber ensemble. IAI: None to individual problems and development. The ensemble sings standard contempo- Prerequisite: Previous choral experience rary choral literature written exclusively MUS 124 - is helpful and concurrent enrollment in for women’s voices. Members are expected Applied Voice for Non Majors MUS 191 or 291 is suggested. to perform at concerts and certain other IAI: None Credit: 2 semester hours scheduled events. May be repeated three MUS 125 - Lecture: 2 Lab: 1 times for credit. Applied Strings for Non Majors Prerequisite: Satisfactory vocal audi- IAI: None MUS 144 - tion. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 MUS 126 - Class Voice II or 291 is suggested. Applied Brass for Non Majors IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 1 semester hour IAI: None Class Voice II is a continuation of MUS 143. Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Prerequisite: MUS 143 or equivalent. MUS 127 - Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or Applied Woodwinds for Non Majors MUS 194 - IAI: None 291 is suggested. Instrumental Ensemble I Credit: 2 semester hours IAI: None 1.1 MUS 128 - Lecture: 2 Lab: 1 Instrumental Ensemble I is open to stu- Applied Percussion for Non Majors dents who wish to perform in Jazz IAI: None MUS 145 – Ensemble or other small instrumental MUS 129 - Diction for Singers groups. Members are expected to perform Applied Classical Guitar IAI: None 1.1 at concerts and certain other scheduled for Non Majors Diction for Singers provides the funda- events. This course may be taken four IAI: None mental tools for pronouncing, reading, and times for credit. MUS 130 - singing vocal music in the following lan- Prerequisite: Previous playing experi- Applied Music for Non Majors guages: English, classical Latin, Italian, ence. For Jazz Ensemble, concurrent IAI: None German, French. Students will learn the enrollment in MUS 195 or 295 by wood- sounds of phonemes and their representa- wind, brass and percussion players is tion in the International Phonemic suggested. Alphabet (IPA), rules governing pronuncia- Credit: 1 semester hour tion in several languages, and transcription Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 134 skills for phonemic interpretation of other 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L MUS 195 - its in applied music can be counted toward MUS 252 TS Band I an A.A. or A.S. degree. Music Literature II CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 PREREQUISITE: Consent of a RVC IAI: F1 902 1.1 Band I is open to students who play brass, music instructor is required. Music Literature II is a continuation of MUS woodwind, or percussion instruments. The Note: 221 from 1600 to the Late 19th Century. INDEX band plays standard and contemporary • Students studying Applied Piano Prerequisite: None band literature. Band members are expect- should have taken MUS 131 and 132- Credit: 3 semester hours ed to perform at concerts and certain Class Piano I and II or its equivalent Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 other scheduled events. This course may in private study. be taken four times for credit. • Students studying Applied Voice MUS 253 – Prerequisite: Previous instrument play- should have taken MUS 143-Class Music Literature III ing experience. Voice I or its equivalent in private IAI: F1 902 1.1 Credit: 1 semester hour study. Music Literature III is a continuation of Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Credit: 2 semester hours MUS 252 from 1870 to the present. Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Emphasis will be placed on representative MUS 198 - works and composers by the use of texts Orchestra I MUS 222 – and recordings. IAI: None 1.1 Applied Jazz Guitar Prerequisite: None Orchestra I is open to students who play for Music Majors Credit: 3 semester hours orchestral instruments. The orchestra IAI: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 plays standard and contemporary orches- tra literature. Orchestra members are MUS 223 - expected to perform at concerts and cer- Applied Piano for Music Majors MUS 254 – tain other scheduled events. This course IAI: None Choral Conducting may be taken four times for credit. IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: Previous instrument play- MUS 224 - Choral Conducting I provides the experi- ing experience. Applied Voice for Music Majors ential and technical basis for successful Credit: 1 semester hour IAI: None choral rehearsals and concerts. This Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 course emphasizes communicating through MUS 225 - basic conducting gestures, creating and MUS 211 - Applied Strings for Music Majors managing a solid choral timbre, and Theory of Music III IAI: None preparing scores for rehearsal and per- IAI: None 1.1 formance. Theory of Music III is a study of advanced MUS 226 - Required Prerequisite: MUS 111. theory of music including chromatic har- Applied Brass for Music Majors Credit: 3 semester hours mony. Stylistic differences between 18th IAI: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 century and 19th century practice will be studied. Sight-singing and ear-training MUS 227 - MUS 291 - work will be continued. Original composi- Applied Woodwinds Chorus II tion may be encouraged. for Music Majors IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: MUS 112 or equivalent. IAI: None Chorus II is a continuation of MUS 191 and Credit: 4 semester hours is open to students who wish to sing. The Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 MUS 228 - chorus sings standard and contemporary Applied Percussion choral literature. Chorus members are MUS 212 - for Music Majors expected to perform at concerts and cer- Theory of Music IV IAI: None tain other scheduled events. This course IAI: None 1.1 may be taken four times for credit. Theory of Music IV is a continuation of MUS 229 - Prerequisite: Previous singing experi- MUS 211. Original composition and/or Applied Classical Guitar ence and satisfactory completion of four arranging may be required. for Music Majors semesters of MUS 191. Prerequisite: MUS 211 or equivalent. IAI: None Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 MUS 230 - Applied Music for Music Majors MUS 292 - MUS 222-230 – IAI: None Chamber Singers II Applied Music for Music Majors IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 MUS 251 Chamber Singers II is a continuation of Applied Music for Music Majors is for stu- Music Literature I MUS 192 and is open by audition to stu- dents who intend to major or minor in IAI: F1 901 1.1 dents who wish to perform in a select music. A weekly one hour lesson with the Music Literature I is a study of the music vocal chamber ensemble. The ensemble instructor and daily individual practice are literature of Western Civilization from its sings standard and contemporary vocal required. In addition to the credit hour origin to 1600. Emphasis will be on repre- chamber music. Members are expected to fee, a private lesson charge will be sentative works of each period using perform at concerts and certain other assessed. Each of the following applied videos, recording, scores, and live perform- scheduled events. This course may be music courses may be repeated for addi- ances. Stylistic difference and comparisons taken four times for credit. tional credit; music majors should have a are stressed. The music will be considered Prerequisite: Satisfactory vocal audition minimum of eight credit hours of colle- in relation to the other fine arts and to the and satisfactory completion of four giate-level applied music study to ensure general historical background. The course semesters of MUS 192. Concurrent transfer credit status; a total of eight cred- is designed for students who intend to enrollment in MUS 191 or 291 is sug- major in music. gested. Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 semester hour Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 135 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L MUS 293 - MYTHOLOGY Neuman Systems Model to assess an indi- Women’s Choir II – See Literature vidual client’s status, derive nursing diag- CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 nosis, plan, implement and evaluate care. Women’s Choir II is open by audition to Prerequisite: BIO 185, 274 and PSY 170 (female) students who wish to peform in a Corequisite: FWS 237 INDEX select women’s vocal chamber ensemble. NURSINGAIDE NAD Credit: 2 semester hours The ensemble sings standard contempo- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 rary choral literature written exclusively Nursing programs for women’s voices. Members are expected NRS 111 - to perform at concerts and certain other (815) 921-3261 Core Concepts II for scheduled events. May be repeated three Professional Nursing times for credit. NAD 101 - IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: Four semesters of success- Nursing Aide This course focuses on the use of the nurs- ful achievement in MUS 193. IAI: None 1.2 ing process and the Neuman Systems Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or Nursing Aide provides an introduction to Model to promote physiologic wellness for 291 is suggested. the principles of patient care. Emphasis is individual adult clients. The common phys- Credit: 1 semester hour placed on communication and technical skills iologic needs generally encountered by the Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 necessary to function as an important member individual client requiring care are of the nursing team. Students are given oppor- addressed. The culminating learning expe- MUS 294 - tunities to develop their skills in a variety of rience integrates pathophysiologic and Instrumental Ensemble II classroom and clinical settings. (Approved core concepts for the individual client IAI: None 1.1 by the Illinois Department of Public Health.) undergoing the planned trauma of surgery. Instrumental Ensemble II is a continuation Credit: 6 semester hours Laboratory and selected clinical experi- of MUS 194 and is open to students who Lecture: 4 Lab: 5 ences are assigned. wish to perform in Jazz Ensemble or other Prerequisite: NRS 108, 110, PNU 107, small instrumental groups. Members are Corequisite: FWS 237 expected to perform at concerts and cer- Credit: 4 semester hours tain other scheduled events. This course NURSING NRS Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 may be taken four times for credit. Prerequisite: Previous playing experi- NRS 207 - ence and satisfactory completion of four Nursing programs Pharmacology for Nursing Care semesters of MUS 194. For Jazz (815) 921-3261 IAI: None 1.2 Ensemble, concurrent enrollment in This course builds on the principles of MUS 195 or 295 by woodwind, brass NRS 105 - pharmacology introduced in PNU 107. and percussion players is suggested. Professional Nurse Role I Pharmacokinetic factors in drug therapy Credit: 1 semester hour IAI: None 1.2 are examined in relation to the major body Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 This course focuses on the role of the pro- systems and management of client health. fessional nurse as caregiver, educator, The pharmacological aspects of nursing MUS 295 - client advocate and health team member care are integrated using the nursing Band II and establishing the ethical parameters of process. Major drug classification proto- IAI: None 1.1 professional nursing. Selected strategies to types and the related nursing implications Band II is a continuation of MUS 195 and is implement the role will be utilized. are discussed. open to students who play brass, wood- Prerequisite: NRS 110 Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate wind, or percussion instruments. The band Corequisites: NRS 111 Degree Nursing Program or permission plays standard and contemporary band lit- Credit: 1 semester hour of the Associate Dean. erature. Band members are expected to Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 PNU 107, NRS 111. perform at concerts and certain other Credit: 2 semester hours scheduled events. This course may be NRS 108 - Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 taken four times for credit. Pathophysiology Altered Prerequisite: Previous playing experi- Health Concepts NRS 210 - ence and satisfactory completion of four IAI: None 1.2 Transition to Associate semesters of MUS 195. This course introduces mechanisms of dis- Degree Nursing Credit: 1 semester hour ease and illness that affect health in indi- IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 viduals throughout the lifespan. This course focuses on the transition of the Alterations in physiological processes are Licensed Practical Nurse into the Rock MUS 298 - examined with an emphasis on client Valley College Associate Degree Nursing Orchestra II health. Pathophysiology as a foundation program. Students examine the philosophy IAI: None 1.1 for professional nursing is introduced. of the associate degree program and major Orchestra II is open to students who play Prerequisite: BIO 185 or BIO 281 and concepts of the role of the registered profes- orchestral instruments. The orchestra 282, BIO 274. sional nurse. The course includes an empha- plays standard and contemporary orches- Credit: 3 semester hours sis on application of the nursing process and tra literature. Orchestra members are Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 the Neuman Systems Model for selected expected to perform at concerts and cer- health problems. Learning experiences are tain other scheduled events. This course NRS 110 - provided in the laboratory to evaluate the may be taken four times for credit. Core Concepts I for student’s knowledge of nursing concepts Prerequisite: Previous playing experi- Professional Nursing and performance of selected nursing skills. ence and satisfactory completion of four IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: Admission to the LPN semesters of MUS 198. This course provides an opportunity to Bridge for the Nursing program. Credit: 1 semester hour explore the nature and interrelationship of Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 four components of nursing: environment, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 nurse, person, and health. The student is introduced to the characteristics of the healthcare delivery system, legal aspects, 136 and the use of the nursing process and the 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L NRS 212 - NRS 218 - NRS 234 - TS Adult Health Nursing II Adult Health Nursing III Adult Health I Clinical CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 This course focuses on adult clients as This course focuses on adult clients as This course focuses on the delivery of care individuals and families with alteration in individuals and families with alterations in through the use of the nursing process with INDEX cardiopulmonary function. The use of the cognition, sensation, motion, and burn adults experiencing metabolic and elimina- nursing process in promoting and restoring injuries, from emergency care through tion dysfunction. Emphasis is on assisting health and preventing illness is integrated. rehabilitation. Use of the nursing process the client with health problems in selected Prerequisite: NRS 213, 215, 232, 234 in promoting and restoring health and pre- community settings. Laboratory and select- Credit: 2 semester hours venting illness is integrated. ed clinical experiences are provided. Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: NRS 213, 215, 232, 234 Prerequisite: NRS 214, 217, 222, 224 Credit: 2 semester hours Corequisite: NRS 213 NRS 213 - Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Adult Health Nursing I Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 IAI: None 1.2 NRS 222 - This course focuses on the adult clients Family and Reproductive NRS 242 – using the Neuman Systems Model. Health Clinical Adult Health II Clinical Emphasis is on metabolic and elimination IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 dysfunction. The use of the nursing process This course provides an opportunity to This course focuses on the application of in disease prevention, health promotion, care for the mother and newborn in the the nursing process in delivering care to and restorative concepts is integrated. context of the family system. Selected client systems experiencing alterations in Prerequisite: ENG 101, NRS 207, 214, experiences are provided in caring for the cardiopulmonary function. The emphasis 217, 222, 224 client in the antenatal, intrapartum, post- of this course is place on the nursing activ- Credit: 2 semester hours partum family from birth through adolescence. ities of health promotion, clinical compe- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: NRS 111 tence, communication, collaboration, judg- Corequisite: NRS 214 ment, and critical thinking in meeting the NRS 214 - Credit: 3 semester hours needs of the client for cardiopulmonary Family and Reproductive Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 health throughout the adult lifespan. Health Nursing Laboratory and selected clinical experi- IAI: None 1.2 NRS 224 - ences are provided. This course focuses on the client needs Psychiatric Nursing Clinical Prerequisites: NRS 213, 215, 232, 234 from conception through the post-partum IAI: None 1.2 Corequisite: NRS 212 period. Emphasis is on the nursing This course focuses on the delivery of care Credit: 3 semester hours process, health promotion and the preven- through the use of the nursing process to Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 tion of illness. The alterations in health clients and families experiencing psychi- during the reproductive cycle are atric disorders and maladaptive behaviors. NRS 244 – addressed. Selected aspects of the periop- Emphasis is on assisting the client(s) with Adult Health III Clinical erative nursing role and care are integrated. problem-solving in selected community IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: NRS 111 mental health settings. Laboratory and This course focuses on the application of Credit: 2 semester hours selected clinical experiences are provided. the nursing process in delivery care to Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: NRS 111 adult client systems experiencing alter- Corequisite: NRS 217 ations in cognition, sensation, motion and NRS 215 - Credit: 3 semester hours burn injuries. Emphasis is on the nursing Child and Family Health Nursing Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 activities of health promotion, clinical com- IAI: None 1.2 petence, communication, collaboration, This course focuses on the use of the nurs- NRS 225 - judgment, and critical thinking. ing process to meet the needs of children Professional Nurse Role II Laboratory and selected clinical experi- and families. Disease prevention, health IAI: None 1.2 ences are provided. promotion, and restorative concepts are This course focuses on the entry into profes- Prerequisites: NRS 213, 215, 232, 234 integrated. sional nursing practice and role transition. Corequisite: NRS 218 Prerequisite: ENG 101, NRS 207, 214, Emphasis is on ethical-legal issues in profes- Credit: 3 semester hours 217, 222, 224 sional practice, political-economic issues in Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Credit: 2 semester hours the delivery of healthcare and the nurse’s role Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 in management of care for the client system. NRS 250 - Prerequisite: NRS 213, 215, 232, 234 Independent Study in Nursing NRS 217 - Corequisite: 212, 218, 242, NRS 244/or IAI: None 1.2 Psychiatric Nursing Associate Dean consent. Independent Study in Nursing is designed IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 2 semester hours for the student who desires to conduct an This course focuses on the use of the nurs- Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 individual project based on personal goals ing process to meet the needs of clients and objectives in nursing. Course require- experiencing psychiatric disorders and NRS 232 - ments and hours of credit are based on the maladaptive behaviors. Emphasis is on the Child and Family Health Clinical nature of the subject under study. A maxi- community mental health-illness continu- IAI: None 1.2 mum of three credits may be earned in um throughout the lifespan. This course focuses on the delivery of care this course. Prerequisite: NRS 111 through the use of the nursing process with Prerequisite: Completion of first-year Credit: 2 semester hours children and families experiencing alter- nursing courses and consent of the Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 ations in health. Emphasis is on assisting the Associate Dean. client system with health problems in select- Credit: 1-3 semester hours ed community settings. Laboratory and Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0 selected clinical experiences are provided. Prerequisite: NRS 214, 217, 222, 224 Corequisite: NRS 215 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 137 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L NRS 251 - NUR 182 – NUR 282 – Special Topics in Nursing Medical/Surgical Nursing I Medical/Surgical Nursing II CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Special Topics in Nursing is designed to Medical/Surgical Nursing I develops the Medical/Surgical Nursing II builds on previ- explore topics of special interest in a use of the nursing process in the care of ous content, with an emphasis on applying INDEX selected area of nursing. A maximum of clients with medical and/or surgical condi- the nursing process to multicultural clients four credits may be earned in the course. tions. Core integrated nursing concepts with medical and/or surgical conditions. The course may be repeated three times. include critical thinking, bio-psychosocial Topics include assessment and interven- Prerequisite: None assessment and cultural competence. tions for clients with cardiac, hematologic, Credit: 1-4 semester hours Selected content includes client cases with nervous, musculoskeletal and gastrointesti- Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0 alterations in health—fluid, electrolyte, nal problems. and acid-base imbalances, peri-operative Prerequisites: Admission to online care, immune system disorders, and oxy- nursing program, NUR 182, NUR 183 genation problems. Co-requisite: NUR 283 HYBRIDONLINE Prerequisites: Admission to online Credit: 3 semester hours nursing program, NUR 178, NUR 179, Lecture: 3 online Lab: 0 NURSING NUR NUR 181, FWS 237 Co-requisites: NUR 183, PSY 170 NUR 283 – Nursing programs Credit: 4 semester hours Medical/Surgical Nursing II Clinical (815) 921-3261 Lecture: 4 online Lab: 0 IAI: None PCS: 1.2 Medical/Surgical Nursing II Clinical builds NUR 178 – Pharmacology NUR 183 – on previous content, with an emphasis on IAI: None 1.2 Medical/Surgical Nursing I Clinical applying the nursing process to clients Pharmacology focuses on reinforcing the IAI: None 1.2 with medical and/or surgical conditions. relationship between pharmacologic knowl- Medical/Surgical Nursing I Clinical applies Topics include assessment and interven- edge and nursing practice. It provides the the nursing process to clients with medical tions for clients with cardiac, hematologic, background needed to understand drugs and/or surgical conditions. Critical thinking, nervous, musculoskeletal and gastrointesti- currentyly on the market, as well as drugs bio-psychosocial assessment and culturally nal problems. yet to be released. Nursing implications competent care are integrated. Selected Prerequisites: Admission to online using the nursing process are emphasized. clinical experiences include care of clients nursing program, NUR 182 & NUR 183 Prerequisites: Admission to online with fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbal- Co-Requisites: NUR 282 & PSY 270 nursing program, BIO 185 or BIO ances, perioperative interventions, immune Credit: 3 semester hours 281/282; BIO 274 system disorders and oxygenation problems Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Co-Requisites: NUR 179, NUR 181, are emphasized. FWS 237 Prerequisites: Admission to online NUR 284 – Credit: 2 semester hours nursing program, NUR 178, NUR 179, Professional Roles in Nursing Lecture: 2 online Lab: 0 and NUR 181 IAI: None PCS: 1.2 Co-requisite: NUR 182, PSY 170 Professional Roles in Nursing covers many NUR 179 – Credit: 5.5 semester hours topics including the history of nursing, devel- Fundamentals of Nursing Lecture: 0 Lab: 11 opment of the profession, ethical and bioethi- IAI: None 1.2 cal issues, nursing law and liability, role of Fundamentals of Nursing is a foundation NUR 280 – the registered nurse, leadership and manage- course in the nursing process which intro- Family Health Nursing ment, diversity in current practice, and alter- duces the Neuman Systems Model with its IAI: None 1.2 native and complementary healing practice. emphasis on holistic health of culturally Family Health Nursing introduces applica- Prerequisite: Admission to online nurs- diverse clients. The Systems Model pro- tion of the nursing process to assist all ing program, NUR 280, NUR 281, NUR vides an integrated understanding of the family members to reach optimal levels of 282, NUR 283 client, the environment, health and nurs- wellness. Content ranges from prenatal Co-requisite: NUR 285, NUR 286, NUR ing. Basic skills necessary for implementa- care through childbirth to care of the child 287, NUR 288 tion of the nursing process will be include. through adolescence. Alterations in health Credit: 1 semester hour Prerequisites: Admission to online are included. Lecture: 1 online Lab: 0 nursing program, BIO 185 or BIO Prerequisites: Admission to online 281/282; BIO 274 nursing program, NUR 182, NUR 183 NUR 285 – Co-Requisites: NUR 178, NUR 181, FWS 237 Co-requisite: NUR 281, PSY 270 Mental Health Nursing Credit: 4 semester hours Credit: 5 semester hours IAI: None PCS: 1.2 Lecture: 4 online Lab: 0 Lecture: 5 online Lab: 0 Mental Health Nursing uses the nursing process to assess clients and families with NUR 181 – NUR 281 – physiological, psychological, sociocultural, Fundamentals of Family Health Nursing Clinical developmental and spiritual stressors Nursing Clinical IAI: None 1.2 which impact clients’ defenses, disturbing IAI: None 1.2 Family Health Nursing Clinical introduces their stability. Nursing interventions to Fundamentals of Nursing Clinical intro- application of the nursing process with assist clients to achieve a state of wellness duces application of the nursing process families both in wellness and alterations in are emphasized. Community resources for and the Neuman Systems Model in various health. Select clinical experiences will be aiding mental health and treating mental settings including long-term care and acute arranged which may include clinics and illness will be identified. care facilities. Successful mastery of skills acute care settings. Prequisite: Admission to online nurs- in an intensive laboratory setting will be Prerequisites: Admission to online ing program, NUR 280, NUR 281, NUR accomplished pror to clinical experiences. nursing program, NUR 182, NUR 183 282 and NUR 283 Prerequisites: Admission to online Co-requisite: NUR 280, PSY 270 Co-requisite: NUR 286, ENG 103, nursing program, BIO 185 or BIO Credit: 3 semester hours SPH 131 281/282; BIO 274 Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Credit: 2 semester hours Co-Requisites: NUR 178, NUR 179, Lecture: 2 online Lab 0 FWS 237 Credit: 5.5 semester hours 138 Lecture: 0 Lab: 11 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L
NUR 286 – OFFICE cessing skills. This course reviews both TS Mental Health Nursing Clinical Core and Expert MOS Competencies for IAI: None PCS: 1.2 TECHNOLOGY Microsoft Word. Mental Health Nursing Clinical applies the SYSTEMS OFF Prerequisite: OFF 121, Grade of “C” or nursing process using primary, secondary and higher, or consent of instructor. tertiary prevention/interventions in communi- Division of Business/Computers Credit: 3 semester hours ty, acute care and mental health settings.. and Information Systems Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: Admission to online nurs- (815) 921-3101 ing program, NUR 280, NUR 281, NUR OFF 131 - 282, NUR 283 Independent Study – Office Co-requisite: NUR 284, NUR 285 OFF 115 – Software Applications Credit: 3 semester hours File Management IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 (Approval Pending) Independent Study – Office Software IAI: None 1.2 Applications is designed for those individuals File Management will provide instruction to NUR 287 – who have software skills but would like the anyone needing to know the legal, technical, Medical/Surgical Nursing III opportunity to complete additional business IAI: None PCS: 1.2 and social aspects of electronic notebooks, software applications. It provides the oppor- Medical/Surgical Nursing III builds on pre- recordkeeping, groupware, document manage- tunity for students to return periodically to vious content, with an emphasis on apply- ment, knowledge management, or other col- work with new software as it becomes popu- ing the nursing process to clients with laborative systems used in organizations. lar in the business community. medical and/or surgical conditions. Topics Students will examine office technological Prerequisite: PCI 106 or consent of include assessment and interventions for environments and associated strategies for instructor. clients with emergency, sensory, managing electronic records, electronic work- Credit: 1-6 semester hours endocrine, integumentary and renal condi- flow techniques, and how to establish an effec- Lecture: 0 Lab: 2-12 tions. tive electronic document retrieval system. Prerequisites: None Prerequisite: Admission to online OFF 137 - Credits: 2 semester hours nursing program, NUR 280, NUR 281, Machine Transcription NUR 282, NUR 283 Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 Co-requisite: NUR 284, NUR 288 Transcription develops speed and accuracy Credit: 3 semester hours OFF 118 - in transcribing business documents from Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Computer Keyboarding recorded material. Emphasis is placed on IAI: None 1.2 improving grammar, punctuation, and Computer Keyboarding is taught on a NUR 288 – proofreading skills as well as proper opera- microcomputer as an independent study Medical/Surgical Nursing III tion of transcription equipment. course and/or as a regular short course. The Clinical Prerequisite: OFF 121 or equivalent. IAI: None course is designed so that students can Credit: 3 semester hours PCS: 1.2 acquire the skill to effectively use touch Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Medical/Surgical Nursing III Clinical builds typing to input alphabetical and numerical data into a computer or to type on a type- on previous content, with an emphasis on OFF 138 - writer. A pass/fail grading system is used. applying the nursing process to multicul- Legal Machine Transcription tural clients with medical and/or surgical Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.2 conditions. Topics include assessment and Credit: 1 semester hour Legal Machine Transcription emphasizes interventions for clients with emergency, Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 the proper pronunciation, spelling, and sensory, endocrine, integumentary and definition of legal terms. The correct for- renal conditions. OFF 121 - mat for various legal documents is also Prerequisite: Admission to online Advanced Document Preparation presented. Students transcribe documents nursing program and Design from recorded material. Co-requisite: NUR 284, NUR 287 IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: OFF 137 and minimum Credit: 3 semester hours Using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft keyboarding speed of 35 words a minute. Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Office applications students improve their Credit: 3 semester hours document creation and formatting skills by Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 creating complex documents. Students use advanced features of Microsoft Word includ- OFF 140 - ing merging Word documents with database Medical Machine Transcription information, automating documents with IAI: None 1.2 macros and forms, and creating Online doc- Medical Machine Transcription emphasizes uments. Emphasis is on producing high the development of speed and accuracy in quality professional documents. Student’s transcribing medical documents from keyboarding speed and accuracy is empha- recorded material. Students will become sized with frequent drills and practice. more familiar with medical terms and Prerequisite: PCI 106, grade of “C” or proper formatting of medical documents. higher. Efficient use of various medical references Credit: 3 semester hours will also be developed. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: OFF 137, HLT 110, and minimum keyboarding speed of 35 OFF 122 - words a minute. Office Technology Practicum Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Using Microsoft Office students create business documents for a simulated com- pany. Students work with realistic work- place projects to integrate business vocab- ulary, critical thinking strategies, and Web- research with advanced document pro- 139 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L OFF 144 - OFF 245 - spreadsheets, database systems, presenta- Insurance Procedures/ Introduction to Health tion software, Internet Web browser, and CONTENTS Medical Office Information Technology some background in microcomputer hard- IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 ware and operating systems. Insurance Procedures/Medical Office is an Introduction to Health Information Prerequisite: Keyboard proficiency or INDEX introduction to the medical insurance indus- Technology provides an overview of the concurrent enrollment in OFF 118. try including types of insurance, coding, stan- history of health information technology Credit: 4 semester hours dard billing forms and benefit calculations. and the evolution of the profession. Study Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: None topics include analysis of record content, Credit: 1 semester hour (stressing accuracy, completeness, confi- PCI 180 - Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 dentiality and correlation of data), and Introduction to Computer User study of numbering and filing systems with Technical Support OFF 147 – emphasis on retention policies, storage IAI: None 1.2 Coding methods and computerization. Introduction to Computer User Technical IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: None Support provides an overview of topics rel- Coding is designed to provide the student Credit: 3 semester hours evant to working in the user support with basic coding knowledge in both clini- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 industry. Included are sections on people, cal and hospital-based coding utilizing processes, technology, and information, CPT, ICD-9 and DRG coding concepts. OFF 293 - and how these components come together Prerequisite: BIO 171, HLT 110 Independent Study in to support computer users. Credit: 4 semester hours Office Technology Prerequisite: PCI 106 and PCI 206 Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours Independent Study in Office Technology Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 OFF 220 - allows the student to conduct research or Advanced Coding develop an individualized project in an PCI 200 - IAI: None 1.2 area of special interest in office technolo- Microcomputer Information Advanced Coding is a course designed to gy. Course requirements are based on the Systems Practicum provide the student with advanced, hands- nature of the subject. Consent of the coor- IAI: None 1.2 on coding knowledge in both clinical and dinator is required. Microcomputer Information Systems hospital-based coding utilizing CPT, ICD-9 Prerequisite: Completion of 30 semester Practicum is a course designed to acquaint and DRG coding concepts. hours of credit in the Office Technology students with the methodologies involved Prerequisite: OFF 147 curriculum. Repeat of this course to a in designing, developing, and documenting Credit: 3 semester hours maximum of three credits is permissible. information systems solutions to business Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 1-3 semester hours problems by using personal computers. Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0 The systems development life cycle OFF 226 - methodology is presented along with Professional Development OFF 294 - spreadsheet and database software. With IAI: None 1.2 Office Internship this background, students will design a Professional Development is designed for IAI: None 1.2 solution to their own systems problem. the development of skills and attitudes Office Internship enables the student to Prerequisite: PCI 106, PCI 206 that allow students to function successful- work in a business setting. The student is Credit: 3 semester hours ly in the workplace. Emphasis will be responsible for securing the site for a full Lecture: 2 Lab: 5 placed on interpersonal skills, communica- or part-time office position. The require- tion, goal-setting, employment skills, team- ments for this course are individualized. PCI 206 - work, image and other timely business top- Prior to enrolling, students must have Advanced Microcomputer ics. In addition, students will create portfo- approval to enroll from the instructor. This Applications/Windows Based lios to showcase professional work. course may be repeated two times. IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: 30 hours of credit in the Advanced Microcomputer Applications Credit: 3 semester hours Office Technology curriculum Windows Based is a survey course present- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 1-3 semester hours ing Windows applications for microcom- Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-15 puters utilizing hands-on experience with OFF 231 - popular software packages, specifically Office Procedures Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft IAI: None 1.2 Access, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics Office Procedures emphasizes essential busi- PERSONAL include word processing, electronic ness procedures and activities. Topics include spreadsheets and database systems along human relations, routine and administrative COMPUTER with some background in microcomputer duties, filing and records management, office INFORMATION hardware and basic Windows concepts. ethics, decision making, and problem-solving. SPECIALIST PCI This course is intended to be an extension Students interested in a specialized office of PCI 106. career, such as medical or legal, will complete Division of Business/Computers Prerequisite: PCI 106 a semester project focusing on that area of Credit: 3 semester hours interest. Others will complete a similar project and Information Systems Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 of a general office career. (815) 921-3101 Prerequisite: None, recommended that this course be taken the last semester of PCI 106 - Microcomputer attendance Applications/Windows Based Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: BUS 902 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Microcomputer Applications/Windows Based is a survey of current applications for microcomputers utilizing hands-on experience with popular software packages operating in the Windows environment. 140 Topics include word processing, electronic 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L PCI 226 - PCT 112 - PCT 124 - TS Post Advanced Microcomputer Windows Server Fundamentals Cisco Networking III CONTENTS Applications/Windows Based IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Windows Server Fundamentals will help LAN Switching and Wireless is the third Post Advanced Microcomputer Applications/ develop the skills necessary to implement, course of four courses in the Cisco INDEX Windows Based is a survey of current install, and manage a Windows Server net- Networking Academy program. Topics applications for microcomputers utilizing work. It will focus on Windows software. included in this course are advanced hands-on experience with popular soft- Implementation of print services, security, router configurations, LAN switching, net- ware packages in the Windows environ- login scripts and menus will be demon- work management and advanced network ment. Topics include high-end advanced strated. Work will be done on network design. LAN segmentation and fast ether- training in word processing, electronic analysis, troubleshooting and understand- net will also be covered. spreadsheets, presentation software, and ing how Windows Server software works. Prerequisite: PCT 122 database systems, with an emphasis on cus- Prerequisite: PCT 110 or 120 Credit: 4 semester hours tomization and automation. Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: PCI 106 and PCI 206 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours PCT 126 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 PCT 114 - Cisco Networking IV NetWare Fundamentals IAI: None 1.2 PCI 228 - IAI: None 1.2 WAN Network design and WAN protocols MOS Certification Preparation NetWare Fundamentals is an in-depth are the main topics in the fourth course of IAI: None 1.2 study of networks based on Novell’s the four course sequence in the Cisco MOS Certification Preparation is a NetWare local area network operating sys- Networking Academy program. Topics preparatory course for the Microsoft Office tem. The knowledge and skills presented included in this course are PPP, Frame Specialist certification exam. Students will in this course will help the student under- Relay, Network Security, Access-Control choose an exam to take from the following: stand the rapidly growing and changing Lists, IP Addressing services and others. Word Core, Word Expert, Excel Core, field of local area networks. Prerequisite: PCT 124 Excel Expert, Access Core, Access Expert, Prerequisite: PCT 110 or 120 Credit: 4 semester hours PowerPoint Comprehensive: then they will Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 practice skills necessary to pass the exam. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practice exams which simulate the testing PCT 130 - environment will be part of the course. At PCT 116 – Introduction to Network Security the end of five weeks, students will take Voice and Data Cabling Fundamentals the actual exam. Course fee includes the IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 exam fee. Repeatable up to three times. This is an introductory course in voice and Introduction to Network Security Prerequisite: PCI 106 and PCI 206, PCI data cabling. It is mapped to BICSI Level 1 Fundamentals is designed for students and 226 for expert level exams. Installers certification. Topics include: professionals interested in understanding Credit: 1 semester hour cabling and safety, introduction to net- the field of network security and how it Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 working, signals and wires, copper and relates to other areas of information tech- fiber-optic media, cabling standards, struc- nology. This course covers physical securi- tured cabling, cabling tools, cable installa- ty, wireless technologies, intrusion detec- tion and customer support. tion systems, remote access, Web security, PERSONAL Prerequisite: None e-mail, authentication, cryptography and Credit: 4 semester hours various attack methodologies such as COMPUTER Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 denial of service, man-in-the-middle and TECHNICAL malware. SPECIALIST PCT PCT 120 - Prerequisite: CIS 102 or equivalent Cisco Networking I computer experience. Division of Business/Computer IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours Networking Fundamentals is the first of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 and Information Systems four courses in the Cisco Networking (815) 921-3101 Academy program. Topics included in this PCT 132 - course are networking standards, network- Advanced Network Security PCT 110 - ing terminology, protocols, safety, cabling, IAI: None 1.2 Network Essentials routers and addressing. Decision-making Advanced Network Security is designed for IAI: None 1.2 and problem-solving techniques are applied students and professionals interested in Network Essentials is an introduction to to solve network problems. Additional continuing their study of network security. Local Area Networks (LANs). The course instruction is provided in maintenance and Topics included in this course are: network is useful for LAN managers, supervisors of use of software, tools and equipment. defense design, security policy design, LAN managers, users of LANs, or those Prerequisite: CIS 102 configuration of firewalls (software and considering the purchase and installation Credit: 4 semester hours hardware), configuration of VPNs, intru- of a local area network. Topics include Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 sion detection systems, and IT security needs analysis, methods to evaluate and management. determine specifications of hardware and PCT 122 - Prerequisite: PCT 130 software for purchase, installation, man- Cisco Networking II Credit: 3 semester hours agement, and troubleshooting of a local IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 area network system. Microcomputer- Router Theory and Technologies is the based local area networks will be empha- second course of four courses in the Cisco sized. Advantages and disadvantages of Networking Academy program. Topics links to a mainframe or mini-computer will included in this course are safety, standards, be discussed. Students will install a local TCP/IP, routing and administration. Decision- area network as part of the course. making and problem-solving techniques Prerequisite or Corequisite: CIS 102 are applied to solve network problems. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: PCT 120 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 141 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L PCT 140 – completed Cisco I through IV (PCT 120, PCT 262 - IP Telephony I 122, 124, and 126) or have equivalent Computer Service and Repair CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 work experience and the CCNA IAI: None 1.2 This course is designed for students and Certification. Computer Service and Repair is a course professionals interested in studying teleph- Credit: 4 semester hours designed to teach the student how to install INDEX ony and its deployment over IP networks. Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 new machines in a stand-alone or networked This course’s possible topics include, but environment. Preventive maintenance tasks, are not limited to, telecommunication con- PCT 222 - troubleshooting techniques, and emergency cepts, the Internet and IP networking, Cisco Networking VI problem handling will also be presented packetized voice, IP telephony protocols, IAI: None 1.2 along with equipment testing and the instal- analog and digital interfaces and dial-peers. Cisco Networking VI is the second of four lation of systems and application software. Prerequisite: PCT 126 (or CCNA courses designed by Cisco to prepare stu- Prerequisite: CIS 102 and EET 100 Certification) dents for CCNP Certification. This course’s Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 4 semester hours possible topics include, but are not limited Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 to, Remote network connectivity, IPsec VPNs, Frame Mode MPLS, Cisco SDM will PCT 270 - PCT 142 – be utilized in the labs. Cisco Device harden- Introduction to UNIX/Linux IP Telephony II ing, IOS Threat defense. IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: Must have successfully Introduction to UNIX/Linux introduces the This course is designed for students and completed PCT 120 – PCT 126 or have student to the features of the UNIX/Linux professionals interested in studying teleph- equivalent work experience and the operating system. Topics covered are the ony and its deployment over IP networks. CCNA Certification. functions of a multi-user operating system, This course’s possible topics include, but Credit: 4 semester hours file system structure, basic system com- are not limited to, Cisco CallManager Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 mands, how to configure user environ- Express and Cisco Unity Express IP ments, as well as an introduction to shell Telephony and Voicemail Systems, installa- PCT 224 - programming. The student will learn the tion, configuration, monitoring, manage- Cisco Networking VII basic skills needed to function in the ment, and troubleshooting. IAI: None 1.2 UNIX/Linux system environment. Prerequisite: PCT 140 Cisco Networking VII is the third of four Prerequisite: CIS 102; Recommended: Credit: 4 semester hours courses designed by Cisco to prepare stu- CIS 276. Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 dents for CCNP Certification. This course’s Credit: 3 semester hours possible topics include, but are not limited to, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 PCT 150 – VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks), span- Fundamentals of Wireless LANs ning tree protocol, redundant links, multilayer PCT 271 - IAI: None 1.2 switching, HSRP (Hot Standby Router Advanced UNIX/Linux This course introduces the rapidly evolving Protocol), multicasting, and restricting access. IAI: None 1.2 technology of wireless LANs. Topics Prerequisite: Must have successfully Advanced UNIX/Linux is the second of two included in this course are wireless equip- completed PCT 120 – PCT 126 or have courses on the UNIX/Linux operating system. ment, wireless security, wireless site sur- equivalent work experience and the Topics to be covered will include Kernel tun- veys and managing wireless networks. CCNA Certification. ing techniques, networking, GUIs, advanced Prerequisite: CIS 102, Introduction to Credit: 4 semester hours script files, and system administration topics. Computers Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: PCT 270 or equivalent Credit: 4 semester hours experience. Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 PCT 226 - Credit: 3 semester hours Cisco Networking VIII Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 PCT 210 - IAI: None 1.2 Introduction to TCP/IP Cisco Networking VIII is the last of four PCT 275 - IAI: None 1.2 courses designed by Cisco to prepare stu- Cisco Firewall Design Introduction to TCP/IP is a course dents for CCNP Certification. This course’s IAI: None 1.2 designed to help the student install, con- possible topics include, but are not limited Cisco Firewall Design is designed for stu- figure and troubleshoot a reliable TCP/IP to Introductory VoIP concepts, 2, QoS dents and professionals interested in con- network. Topics included in this course are using Cisco SDM, 3, Queueing, tinuing their study of network security. designing, building, configuring and man- Compression and WLAN controllers. Possible topics include: ACLS and CBAC, aging TCP/IP networks. The student will Prerequisite(s): Must have successfully AAA Security, PIX firewalls, VPNs, intru- also implement subnets, configure routers, completed PCT 120-126 or have equiva- sion detection and physical layer security. and explore TCP/IP under current Windows lent work experience and the CCNA Prerequisite: PCT 126 platform. Troubleshooting is included. Certification. Credit: 4 semester hours Prerequisite: PCT 110 or 120 Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 PCT 290 - PCT 261 - Special Topics in PC Technology PCT 220 - PC LANs/Repairs IAI: None 1.2 Cisco Networking V IAI: None 1.2 Special Topics in PC Technology will cover IAI: None 1.2 PC LANs/Repairs is a course designed to leading edge topics in the networking arena. Cisco Networking V is the first of four acquaint the information specialist with This course will often be taught by profession- courses designed by Cisco to prepare stu- the introductory topics of networking and als from the business world. Initial topics dents for CCNP Certification. Possible repairs in the personal computer environ- being considered are network security, setting course topics include, but are not limited ment. The course is a less rigorous treat- up routers, and advanced network design. to, advanced IP addressing, OSPF (Open ment of the topics covered in PCT 110 and This course may be repeated three times. Shortest Path First), multiarea OSPF, PCT 262 but will still provide hands-on Prerequisite: Consult the schedule of EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway experiences for the student. classes for the current semester to deter- Routing Protocol), route optimization, BGP Prerequisite: CIS 102 mine prerequisites and other require- (Border Gateway Protocol), and security. Credit: 3 semester hours ments or contact the instructor. Prerequisite: Must have successfully Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 1-6 semester hours 142 Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L PCT 291 - PHL 155 - PHL 260 – TS Internship/Field Project World Religions Philosophy of Religion CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: H5 904N 1.1 IAI: H4 905 1.1 Internship/Field Project requires a super- World Religions is a survey of the major reli- Philosophy of Religion provides a critical vised experience in a networking position gions of the world. This course will include a examination of the central philosophical INDEX in a local cooperating business or non- philosophical examination of the histories issues associated with religion. Topics profit organization using a cooperative and selected teachings, practices and insti- may include such things as the existence training plan agreed to by the instructor, tutions of major Eastern and Western reli- and nature of a deity, good and evil, mira- participating firm, and student. The stu- gions, such as Buddhism, Christianity, cles, souls, life after death, and revelations dent must submit an application to the Confucianism, Hinduism, Ilsam, Jainism, and may include such relationships as instructor. Consent of the division director Judaism, Shinto, Sikhism, and Taoism. those between myth and religion, religious is required. Variable credit may be earned Prerequisite: None experience and justification, faith and up to six hours. Credit: 3 semester hours knowledge, and between religious beliefs Prerequisite: Current enrollment in the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 and moral conduct. Personal Computer Technical Specialist Prerequisite: None curriculum, completion of at least 12 PHL 156 - Credit: 3 semester hours hours in PCT courses, and sophomore Religion in American Society Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 class standing. IAI: H5 905 1.1 Credit: 1-6 semester hours A survey of the contribution of religion to Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 American culture, including the differ- ences between rural and urban society; the PHOTOGRAPHY development of religious freedom and the – See Graphic Arts Technology rise of “secular religion.” Examines the PHILOSOPHY PHL emergence of new forms of belief and practice and the variety of religious issues PHYSICALEDUCATION – See Fitness, Wellness, and Sport Liberal Arts Division confronting American society today. Prerequisite: None (815) 921-3317 Credit: 3 semester hours PHYSICALSCIENCE Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 PHL 150 - – See Astronomy, Chemistry, Introduction to Philosophy PHL 157 - Geoscience, Physics IAI: H4 900 1.1 Foundational Religious Texts Introduction to Philosophy is a survey of a IAI: H5 901 1.1 selection of major philosophical issues. Foundational Religious Texts is the humanis- These may include: the nature of human tic study of one or more of the foundational PHYSICAL beings, the possibility and limits of human documents of the world's major religions, GEOGRAPHY PGE knowledge, human freedom and responsibil- such as the Hebrew Bible, the New ity, the nature of religion, the nature of Testament, the Qur'an (Koran), or the Vedas. beauty, and the nature of morality. The Prerequisite: None Science Division course will include a survey of philosophers, Credit: 3 semester hours (815) 921-3471 their works and some of the philosophical Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 methods and tools used in their theorizing. PGE 100 - Prerequisite: None PHL 255 - Physical Geography Credit: 3 semester hours Logic IAI: P1 909 1.1 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: H4 906 1.1 Physical Geography is an introduction to Logic is an examination of the nature of rea- the geographical features of the Earth’s PHL 153 - son and argumentation. The course will focus natural environment. The course examines Medical Ethics on developing formal and informal tools and the physical, chemical and biological IAI: None 1.1 techniques for evaluating arguments and for processes that shape these features and Medical Ethics provides an examination of a sharpening one’s own reasoning skills. Topics control their spatial distribution; the selection of moral issues that arise in health- covered may include: nature of thought, lan- dependence of human society on the natu- care contexts. These may include: truth- guage and meaning, definitions, argument ral environment; and the ways in which telling and the patient, obligations to treat in recognition, argument interpretation, informal humans intentionally and unintentionally times of epidemic, universal entitlement to fallacies, syllogistic and propositional logic. modify the natural environment. healthcare, assisted suicide, the AIDS crisis, Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- healthcare reform, surrogate motherhood, Credit: 3 semester hours ment test score, or completion of MTH and genetic engineering. Also included will Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 091 & 092 with a grade of “C” or better, be a brief examination of metaethical theo- or equivalent. ries and principles to be used in analyzing PHL 256 - Credit: 3 semester hours the individual moral issues. Contemporary Moral Issues Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Prerequisite: None IAI: H4 904 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours Contemporary Moral Issues combines an Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 extensive treatment of different theories of morality with an application of these theo- PHL 154 - ries to a selected group of particular moral Introduction to Religion issues dominant in contemporary culture. IAI: H5 900 1.1 These may include: abortion, homosexuali- Introduction to Religion is an introduction ty, corporal punishment, capital punish- to the concept of religion within society, ment, obligations in times of famine, ani- treating the nature, origin, beliefs, prac- mal rights, and civil disobedience. tices and roles that religion plays. Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 143 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L PGE 102 - PHY 202 - political parties and interest groups. Physical Geography With Lab Waves, Electricity, Light, and Current events are emphasized throughout CONTENTS IAI: P1 909L 1.1 Modern Physics the course. Physical Geography With Lab is an intro- IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: None duction to the geographical features of the Waves, Electricity, Light, and Modern Credit: 3 semester hours INDEX Earth’s natural environment. The course Physics is a continuation of PHY 201. Topics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 examines the physical, chemical and bio- studied include electricity and magnetism, logical processes that shape these features light and optics, and modern physics. PSC 161 - and control their spatial distribution; the Prerequisite: PHY 201 or equivalent. State and Local Government dependence of human society on the natu- Credit: 5 semester hours IAI: S5 902 1.1 ral environment; and the ways in which Lecture: 4 Lab: 3 State and Local Government is an intro- humans intentionally and unintentionally duction to state and local government in modify the natural environment. The lab PHY 215 - the U.S., with emphasis on Illinois state component of the course provides hands- Mechanics, Wave Motion, and government and the local governments in on application of these geographic con- Thermodynamics the Rock Valley College area. Topics cepts using exercises, experiments and the IAI: P2 900L 1.1 include the legislative, executive, and judi- interpretation of topographic maps and Mechanics, Wave Motion, and cial branches of state government, the aerial photographs. Thermodynamics is a calculus-based study urban crisis, and the many and varied local Prerequisite: One year of high school of the kinematics and dynamics of the governments in this area. Current events algebra or its equivalent. Sufficiently motion of rigid bodies, wave propagation, are emphasized throughout the course. high placement test score, or completion and thermodynamics. Topics covered Prerequisite: None of MTH 091 & 092 with a grade of “C’ or include accelerated motion, Newton’s Laws, Credit: 3 semester hours better, or equivalent. momentum, energy, rotational motion, grav- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 4 semester hours itation, wave propagation, sound, and heat. Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 PHY 215 and 225 are required of all stu- PSC 210 - dents majoring in engineering, chemistry or Introduction to the Legal System PGE 203 - physics. The class will meet for three hours IAI: None 1.1 Global Environmental Change of lecture, one hour required discussion, Introduction to the Legal System is an IAI: None 1.1 and three hours of laboratory per week. introduction to the sources, types, func- Global Environmental Change is an inter- Prerequisite: MTH 135 with a minimum tions, and methods of public law and the disciplinary, scientific examination of the grade of “C”, concurrent enrollments in legal system. Earth’s continually changing environment. MTH 235. Recommended one year of Prerequisite: None The course explores the structure and high school physics, or PHY 201. Credit: 3 semester hours interrelationship among the Earth’s geo- Credit: 5 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 logic, biologic, and physical-chemical sys- Lecture: 4 Lab: 3 tems from both a contemporary and histor- PSC 211 - ical perspective, and it addresses the PHY 225 – The American Presidency potential environmental effects of human- Electricity, Magnetism, Light and IAI: None 1.1 induced modifications to those various sys- Modern Physics The American Presidency is a survey of tems. Contemporary environmental issues IAI: None 1.1 the constitutional basis, historical develop- are discussed in detail from an Earth Mechanics, Wave Motion and Electricity, ment, and systematic study of the execu- Systems perspective. Magnetism, Light and Modern Physics is a tive branch. Prerequisite: Sufficiently high place- continuation of PHY 215. Topics studied Prerequisite: None ment test score, or completion of MTH include electric fields, electric currents, Credit: 3 semester hours 091 & 092 with a grade of “C” or better, AC electric circuits, electromagnetism, rel- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 or equivalent. ativity, optics, light and selected topics Credit: 3 semester hours from modern physics. The class will meet PSC 269 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 for three hours of lecture, one hour International Relations required discussion and three hours of lab- IAI: S5 904N 1.1 oratory per week. International Relations is an examination Prerequisite: MTH 235 with a minimum of the major factors which affect interna- PHYSICS PHY grade of “C”, PHY 215, and concurrent tional relations with special emphasis on enrollment or credit in MTH 236 the political, historical, and economic ele- Science Division Credit: 5 semester hours ments. The material will be analyzed from Lecture: 4 Lab: 3 the viewpoint of the United States and our (815) 921-3471 foreign policy. Prerequisite: None PHY 201 - Credit: 3 semester hours Mechanics and Heat POLITICAL Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: P1 900L 1.1 Mechanics and Heat is an alge- SCIENCE PSC PSC 280 - bra/trigonometry-based study of physics. Introduction to Political Philosophy Topics covered include kinematics, Liberal Arts Division IAI: PLS 913 1.1 Newton’s Laws, momentum, rotational (815) 921-3317 Introduction to Political Philosophy is a sur- motion, energy, wave motion, and heat. vey of major political philosophers and con- This course is designed to meet the PSC 160 - cepts in the history of political thought. The requirements of many liberal arts, archi- American National Government course focuses on classical and modern the- tectural, and pre-professional students. IAI: S5 900 1.1 orists, emphasizing such concepts as jus- Prerequisite: MTH 125 or equivalent American National Government is an intro- tice, equality, power, liberty, and rights. with a minimum grade of “C.” duction to the national government, Prerequisite: None Credit: 5 semester hours including its structure, powers, and rela- Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 4 Lab: 3 tionship to the American people. Topics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 include the legislative, executive, and judi- 144 cial branches, civil rights and civil liberties, 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L PRACTICAL PNU 160 - PSY 225 - TS Nursing Throughout the Child Development CONTENTS NURSING PNU Lifespan: Young Adult Through IAI: S6 903 1.1 Middle Adulthood Child Development introduces the theory, Nursing programs IAI: None 1.2 research, and changes dealing with human INDEX (815) 921-3261 Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: Young development from the time of conception Adult through Middle Adulthood focuses to adolescence. Topics included are genet- PNU 103 - on the use of the nursing process to meet ic factors, prenatal development, perceptu- Practical Nursing: Fundamentals the needs of the client from young adult- al system changes, motor system develop- IAI: None 1.2 hood through middle adulthood utilizing ment, language acquisition, social learning, Practical Nursing: Fundamentals intro- concepts from Neuman’s Systems Theory. cultural influences, and common problems duces nursing principles, techniques, and The normal physiologic and psychosocial relevant to the developmental processes. interventions and focuses on the use of the aspects of growth and development are Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in nursing process to meet the needs of presented, as are common illnesses specific ENG 101. PSY 170 or instructor consent. clients utilizing concepts from Neuman’s to the young adult through middle years. Credit: 3 semester hours Systems Theory. Therapeutic communica- Selected clinical experiences in the acute Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tion skills are integrated throughout the care setting are provided concurrently. course. The clinical nursing laboratory and Prerequisite: PNU 103 and PNU 107 PSY 250 - selected clinical experiences in community Corequisite: ENG 101, PNU 120 Psychology of Personality settings are provided concurrently. Credit: 6 semester hours IAI: PSY 907 1.1 Prerequisite: Admission to the Practical Lecture: 3 Lab: 6 Psychology of Personality is a scientific Nursing program and BIO 185. study of the origins of individual differ- Corequisite: PSY 170, PNU 107, FWS 237 PNU 201 - ences in thought, emotion and behavior. Credit: 7 semester hours Nursing Throughout the Topics covered will include: research Lecture: 4 Lab: 6 Lifespan: Geriatric methods; personality assessment; the psy- IAI: None 1.2 choanalytical and neopsychoanalytical PNU 107 - Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: approaches; the trait approach; the Basic Principles of Geriatric focuses on the use of the nursing humanistic approach; the cognitive Pharmacology for Nursing process to meet the needs of the elderly approach; the biological approach; and the IAI: None 1.2 utilizing concepts from Neuman’s Systems behavioral/social learning approach. This course introduces concepts of basic Theory. The normal physiologic and psy- Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in pharmacology. The principles of medication chosocial aspects of aging are presented as ENG 101. PSY 170 or instructor consent. administration and calculation of dosages are common illnesses affecting the elderly. Credit: 3 semester hours are emphasized. Practice for medication Selected clinical experiences in community Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 administration assignments will be required. settings are provided concurrently. Prerequisite: Admission to the Practical Prerequisite: PNU 160 PSY 270 - Nursing or the Associate Degree Nursing Credit: 6 semester hours Lifespan Developmental program and Math 095 or two semesters of Lecture: 3 Lab: 6 Psychology high school algebra in the past five years. IAI: S6 902 1.1 Credit: 1 semester hour Lifespan Developmental Psychology Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 reviews aspects and changes which occur PSYCHOLOGY PSY during a person’s life from the time of pre- PNU 120 - natal development through death Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: Liberal Arts Division Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Mental Health ENG 101. PSY 170 or instructor consent. IAI: None 1.2 (815) 921-3317 Credit: 3 semester hours Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: Mental Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Health focuses on the use of the nursing Students who plan to major in psychology process to meet the needs of the client are strongly urged to take MTH 220- PSY 271 - experiencing mental disorders utilizing Elements of Statistics. Educational Psychology concepts from Neuman’s Systems Theory. IAI: None 1.1 The mental health aspects of growth and PSY 170 - Educational Psychology investigates the development are presented, as are com- General Psychology application of psychological principles and mon mental disorders specific to the child IAI: S6 900 1.1 research to the process and techniques of and through the middle adult years. General Psychology is an introduction to teaching and learning. Special emphasis is Prerequisite: PNU 103, PNU 107, PSY 170 the entire area of psychology through a given to formal education from both the Corequisite: ENG 101 presentation of historical and current the- perspective of student and instructor. Credit: 1 semester hour ory and research. Topics include learning, Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 motivation, perception, emotion, personali- ENG 101; and PSY 170 or instructor ty, and adjustment. consent. PNU 140 - Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours Nursing Throughout the Lifespan: Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Conception Through Adolescence Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 PSY 275 - This course focuses on the use of the nurs- PSY 176 - Social Psychology ing process to meet the needs of the client Behavior and Personal Adjustment IAI: S8 900 1.1 from conception through adolescence. IAI: None 1.1 Social Psychology is the study of human Selected clinical experiences in community Behavior and Personal Adjustment focuses behavior as influenced by groups. Typical and acute care settings are provided con- on what psychologists have learned about topics of investigation will be aggression, currently. human behavior and how to use this knowledge person perception, pro-social behavior, prej- Prerequisite: PNU 103, PNU 107, PSY 170 in order to evaluate and (if they so choose) udice, group dynamics, attitudes, social Corequisite: ENG 101, PNU 120 to change their own attitudes and behavior. influence, and interpersonal attraction. Credit: 6 semester hours Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Lecture: 3 Lab: 6 Credit: 3 semester hours ENG 101. PSY 170 or instructor consent. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours 145 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L PSY 276 - RDG 099 - RSP 113 - Abnormal Psychology Reading and Study Cardiopulmonary Anatomy CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 Skills Improvement and Physiology Abnormal Psychology is the study of psy- IAI: None 1.4 IAI: None 1.2 chopathology, its causes, its symptoms, Reading and Study Skills Improvement Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology INDEX and its treatment. Topics covered include emphasizes improvement of the reading provides an in-depth study of pulmonary theories of abnormal behavior, diagnosis process and study skills necessary for and cardiovascular anatomy and physiolo- and classification of problems, types of understanding and learning college-level gy. Ventilation, circulation, blood gas abnormality, individual and societal costs, material. Students will become proficient transport, and acid-base balance are close- intervention and treatment. in the use of strategies to further the ly examined. Kidney function and fetal pul- Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in development of comprehension, effective monary and cardiovascular development are ENG 101. PSY 170 or instructor consent. reading of college textbooks, lecture note- also studied. (Offered fall semester.) Credit: 3 semester hours taking, vocabulary, and recreational read- Prerequisite: BIO 185 with a minimum Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ing. Special placement based on entrance grade of “C” or instructor permission. assessment scores; or on a voluntary basis. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 4 semester hours READING RDG Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 RSP 114 - Clinical Medicine Success Center RDG 101 - IAI: None 1.2 (815) 921-2370 College Reading Clinical Medicine is an overview of dis- IAI: None 1.1 eases of the cardiopulmonary and related College Reading focuses on reading flexibili- systems requiring medical and/or surgical RDG 075 – ty, critical reading techniques, lecture pro- intervention. Each pathological process Reading for Bilingual Students cessing skills, and test cycle evaluation. The will be discussed with regard to etiology, (Pending ICCB Approval) IAI: None 1.4 course includes developing time manage- pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and Reading for Bilingual Students is designed ment skills and applying study skills to indi- prognosis. (Offered spring semester.) for students whose first language is not vidual student’s college course material. Prerequisite: RSP 113 English. The intent of this course is to help Prerequisite: Placement is voluntary to stu- Credit: 3 semester hours students improve their reading skills in dents who are not mandated into RDG 080, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 English to the level necessary to succeed 096, 099. This course is highly recommended in RDG 099. The course will focus on com- for students who have marginal assess- RSP 121 - prehension, vocabulary improvement and ment scores, are on academic probation, or Respiratory Care Practices and the ability to select skills and strategies need to develop successful study strategies. Procedures I appropriate to a specific reading task. Credit: 2 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Placement based on assessment scores. Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures Prerequisite: None I provides classroom instruction and labo- Credit: 4 semester hours ratory practice for the equipment used to Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 RESPIRATORY provide general respiratory care. Classroom instruction and laboratory practice is pro- CARE RSP vided for many general respiratory care RDG 080 – procedures. (Offered fall semester.) Basic Reading Skills Division of Allied Health and IAI: None 1.4 Prerequisite: Admission to the Basic Reading Skills helps students improve Human Services Respiratory Care program. their reading skills to the level necessary for (815) 921-3200 Credit: 5 semester hours entrance to Reading 096. Emphasis is on Lecture: 4 Lab: 2 vocabulary development, comprehension, RSP 111 - and study strategies. Placement based on Applied Sciences RSP 122 - entrance assessment scores. IAI: None 1.2 Respiratory Care Practices and Prerequisite: None Applied Sciences provides a foundation in Procedures II Credit: 5 semester hours the basic sciences relevant to respiratory IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 care. Areas covered include chemistry, Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures physics, microbiology, and mathematics. II provides a continuation and completion of classroom instruction and laboratory RDG 096 - (Offered fall semester.) practice for general respiratory care proce- Essentials of Reading Prerequisite: Admission to the IAI: None 1.4 Respiratory Care program. dures. Following this, there is instruction Essentials of Reading is intended to help Credit: 3 semester hours and discussion on the integrated processes students improve their reading skills to the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 of patient assessment and care planning level necessary for entrance to Reading for general respiratory care procedures. 099. Emphasis is on improvement of RSP 112 - (Offered spring semester.) vocabulary, comprehension, study strate- Patient Assessment Prerequisite: RSP 121 with minimum gies, and time management. Special place- IAI: None 1.2 grade of “C.” ment based on entrance assessment Patient Assessment provides an understand- Credit: 5 semester hours scores. ing of how the patient assessment procedures Lecture: 4 Lab: 2 Prerequisite: None of medical record review, patient interview, Credit: 4 semester hours and physical examination are performed and Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 how this information with radiological exami- nation and laboratory assessment can be used to evaluate a patient’s health status and response to treatment. (Offered fall semester.) Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Care program or instructor permission. Credit: 3 semester hours 146 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L
RSP 123 - including types of tests, test results analy- RSP 225 - TS Respiratory Pharmacology sis, diagnostic value of the analysis, pul- Respiratory Care Seminar IAI: None 1.2 monary function testing equipment, and IAI: None 1.2 Respiratory Pharmacology is an introduc- the standards for equipment and test per- Respiratory Care Seminar has a format that tion to the theory and use of medications, formance. Additional areas of study allows for a variety of pertinent, current res- with emphasis on those used in cardiores- include pulmonary and cardiac stress test- piratory care and healthcare topics to be piratory care. Content will include ing, pulmonary rehabilitation, performing presented as needed. Set topics will include dosages, actions, indications, contraindica- an electrocardiogram, cardiac arrhythmia preparation for the National Board for tions and hazards of drugs, and drug dose recognition, sampling arterial blood, blood Respiratory Care’s Entry Level Exam, calculations. Normal physiology and patho- gas analyzer function, and the quality Written Registry Exam, and Clinical physiology are reviewed to clarify the role assurance standards for blood gas analyz- Simulation Exam; critical thinking, clinical of medications in the treatment of disease ers. Field trips into local hospitals may be practice guidelines, and therapist-driven processes. (Offered spring semester.) included. (Offered summer semester.) protocols. Guest speakers may be brought in Prerequisite: Admission to the Prerequisite: Enrollment in the from the area healthcare providers to share Respiratory Care program or instructor Respiratory Care program or instructor their expertise. (Offered spring semester.) permission. permission Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Respiratory Care program or instructor Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 permission. Credit: 3 semester hours RSP 131 - RSP 223 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical Practice I Respiratory Care Practices IAI: None 1.2 and Procedures IV RSP 231 - Clinical Practice I is an introduction to the IAI: None 1.2 Clinical Practice III respiratory care profession and general Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures IAI: None 1.2 healthcare-related concepts. Instruction is IV provides an in-depth study in the lec- Clinical Practice III provides supervised provided for clinical practices that can ture and laboratory setting of mechanical observation, practice, and evaluation of affect the safety of both patients and prac- ventilatory support and its use in respira- more advanced respiratory care skills. titioners. The expectations for student tory care as well as the critical application These skills include administration of res- performance in the clinical setting are dis- of advanced principles involved in patient piratory care procedures and mechanical cussed. Students will be involved in hospi- care. Emphasis is on the physiological ventilation to critically ill patients and the tal orientation and introductory patient principles involved in patient care as well use of advanced patient assessment proce- care activities toward the end of the as the clinical application of these princi- dures. (Offered fall semester.) course. (Offered fall semester.) ples to adult patients. The use of the pul- Prerequisite: RSP 132, 221, 222 with Prerequisite: Admission to the monary artery catheter, end-tidal carbon minimum grades of “C.” Respiratory Care program and RSP 112 dioxide measurement and other monitor- Credit: 3 semester hours with a minimum grade of “C.” ing procedures will be studied as they are Lecture: 0 Lab: 16 Credit: 2 semester hours applied to advanced cardiopulmonary Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 monitoring. Airway management options RSP 232 - will be discussed and adult and infant intu- Clinical Practice IV RSP 132 - bation will be practiced on mannequins. IAI: None 1.2 Clinical Practice II Fundamental principles of respiratory Clinical Practice IV provides a continuation IAI: None 1.2 home care will be presented. (Offered fall of supervised observation, practice, and Clinical Practice II provides supervised semester.) evaluation of the skills learned in RSP 231. observation, practice, and evaluation of Prerequisite: RSP 221 with minimum Increasing emphasis is placed on the patient assessment and general respiratory grade of “C.” assessment and management of critically care procedures in the clinical setting. Credit: 4 semester hours ill patients. Additionally, there are sched- (Offered spring semester.) Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 uled experiences for intubation, home Prerequisite: RSP 131 with minimum care, and other special experiences in res- grade of “C.” RSP 224 - piratory care. (Offered spring semester.) Credit: 3 semester hours Neonatal and Pediatric Prerequisite: RSP 231 with Lecture: 0 Lab: 16 Respiratory Care minimum grade of “C.” IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours RSP 221 - Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care Lecture: 0 Lab: 16 Respiratory Care Practices and provides the student with information Procedures III related to fetal development, neonatal RSP 250 - IAI: None 1.2 assessment before birth, during the deliv- Special Topics in Respiratory Care Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures ery process, and after delivery; and car- IAI: None 1.2 III provides classroom instruction and lab- diopulmonary care of the sick newborn Special Topics in Respiratory Care is oratory practice for continuous mechanical including, but not limited to, airway man- designed to satisfy specific needs or interests ventilation and an introduction to critical care agement, oxygen therapy, and mechanical of Respiratory Care majors and/or the health- procedures. (Offered summer semester.) ventilation. Additional discussion will care community. Exact course requirements Prerequisite: RSP 122 with a minimum include assessment and cardiopulmonary and hours of credit are based on the nature grade of “C.” care of the sick pediatric patient. Guest of the topics under study. A maximum of Credit: 3 semester hours lecturers may be brought in to present four credit hours can be earned. Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 topics related to the high risk nursery. Prerequisite: Previous course work in (Offered fall semester.) Respiratory Care and/or instructor per- RSP 222 - Prerequisite: Enrollment in the mission. Cardiopulmonary Testing and Respiratory Care program or instructor Credit: 1-4 semester hours Rehabilitation permission. Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 2 semester hours Cardiopulmonary Testing and Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Rehabilitation provides the student with an in-depth study of pulmonary function test- ing in the lecture and laboratory setting 147 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L SOCIOLOGY SOC the role of the aged in Western society. SPEECH SPH Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of CONTENTS Liberal Arts Division instructor. Liberal Arts Division Credit: 3 semester hours (815) 921-3317 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 (815) 921-3338 INDEX
SOC 190 - SOC 294 - SPH 131 - Introduction to Sociology Urban Sociology Fundamentals of Communication IAI: S7 900 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 IAI: C2 900 1.1 Introduction to Sociology includes a study Urban Sociology is the study of the historical Fundamentals of Communication is a of the major concepts and principles of development, growth, nature, structure and beginning course in the theory and prac- sociology. The nature of the human social function of the city. Emphasis is placed on tice of speech communication. Attention is group and the social institution are studied social relationships and social institutions in given to listening, interpersonal and group with particular emphasis on American the city. The patterning of metropolitan areas, communication, and public speaking. social patterns. the process of ghettoization, suburbanization, Students will develop more confidence and Prerequisite: None and the ecology of the city are covered. skill in oral communication. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of Prerequisite: ENG 101-Ready, grade of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 instructor. “C” or higher in ENG 099. Credit: 3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours SOC 290 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Social Problems IAI: S7 901 1.1 SOC 295 - SPH 132 - Social Problems provides an analysis and Racial and Ethnic Relations Public Speaking evaluation of selected social problems IAI: S7 903D 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 peculiar to contemporary American socie- Racial and Ethnic Relations presents an Public Speaking prepares students for effec- ty. Sociological principles and concepts analysis of the origins, causes and theoreti- tive public address through development of will be the basic tools for analysis. The stu- cal explanation of prejudice, discrimination important rhetorical skills, including audi- dent will have an opportunity to engage in and stratification as related to racial and ence analysis, research, content develop- research on a problem of their choice. ethnic groupings in American society. The ment, attention devices, and delivery. Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of the course deals with the impact of conflict and Students will prepare oral presentations instructor. socio-cultural changes on majority-minority which apply advanced rhetorical theory. Credit: 3 semester hours relations and current trends in ethnic/racial Prerequisite: ENG 101-Ready, grade of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 identity. In addition, race and ethnic rela- “C” or higher in ENG 099. tions worldwide will also be discussed. Credit: 3 semester hours SOC 291 - Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Criminology instructor. IAI: CRJ 912 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours SPH 141 - Criminology is a study of crime as a form Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Business and Professional Speech of deviant behavior. It includes a survey of IAI: None 1.1 schools and theories of criminology with SOC 298 - Business and Professional Speech is special emphasis on crime in relation to Sociology of Sex and Gender designed to serve students who plan on social structure and social institutions. IAI: S7 904D 1.1 careers in business, industrial, technical or Special attention is given to career crimi- Sociology of Sex and Gender will focus on professional fields. Students will learn to nals, “white collar crime,” and the treat- the multifaceted similarities and diversities make effective presentations for individu- ment of criminals in the justice system. between sex and gender within various als and groups through accurate research, Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of the environments and social situations. The careful organization, and engaging delivery. instructor. course will focus on the social construction Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 semester hours of gender and its impact on men and Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 women in the workplace, family environ- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ment, personal, and intimate relationships. SOC 292 - Prerequisite: SOC 190 or equivalent. SPH 142 - Sociology of Deviance Credit: 3 semester hours Gender Communication IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.1 Sociology of Deviance examines the sociologi- Gender Communication is an introductory cal study of the origins, causes and control of SOC 299 - examination of the communication differ- deviance and deviant behavior which is seen as Marriage and the Family ences between men and women. Students a labeling process. Emphasis is placed on indi- IAI: S7 902 1.1 will become more aware of how: (1) gen- vidual and group deviance, resulting from soci- Marriage and the Family is a study of the der roles influence communication and (2) etal norms and values. Primary areas to be cov- institutions of marriage and the family. The how gender expectancies are constructed ered include drug abuse, sexual deviance, mar- course will be presented from an interdisci- through communication. ginal deviance, and career deviance. plinary perspective with major emphasis on Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of the American family and marriage. Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of the Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours instructor. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours SPH 201 - Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Interpersonal Communications SOC 293 - IAI: None 1.1 The Aging Process Interpersonal Communications examines IAI: None 1.1 SPANISH the ways in which people relate with each The Aging Process is a basic introduction to other. Relationships in family, work and the field of gerontology. The process of aging – See Modern Languages social contexts will be examined in order will be viewed from several theoretical per- to improve communication skills for satis- spectives. Special emphasis will be placed on fying encounters. Prerequisite: None 148 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L
SPH 202 - Statistics SURGICAL TS Intercultural Communication – See Mathematics IAI: None 1.1 TECHNOLOGY SRG Intercultural Communication is a study of communication among people who have Division of Allied Health and different cultural backgrounds. The course STUDENT Human Services will focus on the impact of verbal and non- (815) 921-3200 verbal communications, belief systems, use DEVELOPMENT STU of power, masculine and feminine roles, SRG 101 - and language on intercultural communica- Student Support Services Surgical Technology I – Central tion. Students will develop communication (815) 921-4100 Service Principles and Practice skills to overcome intercultural barriers. IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: None STU 100 - Surgical Technology I – Central Service Credit: 3 semester hours Planning for Success Principles and Practice is an introduction to Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 IAI: None 1.1 the role of surgical technology including the Planning for Success is designed to intro- role and function of the central supply techni- SPH 204 - duce and connect the student to the RVC cian. Emphasis is placed on principles and Nonverbal Communication community and to assist the student in the practice related to asepsis, sterilization, disin- IAI: None 1.1 active development of academic and per- fection of commonly-used equipment and sup- This course is the study of how humans sonal goals. Students will work with plies, processing and care of instruments, care communicate through the use of body instructors to learn strategies for their tran- and maintenance of equipment, distribution of movements, touching, vocal variations, and sition into college. Students are expected to supplies and inventory control. Clinical experi- the use of space, time and objects or artifacts. engage in building the skills needed for col- ence in central service is required. The course will discuss the effects of gender lege success. Course discussions will Prerequisite: Admission to the Surgical and culture on nonverbal communication. include academic preparation, self-aware- Technology program. Prerequisite: None ness, and RVC community resources. Corequisite: BIO 274, ENG 101, SRG 102 Credit: 3 semester hours Course restricted to students with 30 or Credit: 4 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 less college level credits or with consent of Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 the Coordinator of First Year Experience. SPH 211 - Prerequisite: None SRG 102 - Group Leadership Credit: 1 semester hour Surgical Technology II – Principles IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 and Practice Group Leadership is a study of leadership IAI: None 1.2 techniques and their interrelationship with STU 101 - Surgical Technology II – Principles and Practice group dynamics. Students will participate in Career Planning introduces the student to the healthcare envi- varied group analyses and problem-solving IAI: None 1.1 ronment and the role of the surgical technolo- discussions. Career Planning is designed to help stu- gist. Basic patient care concepts and principles Prerequisite: None dents improve their life/career planning. for developing competencies required to assist Credit: 3 semester hours Participants will acquire skills for discover- in surgery are examined. Emphasis is placed on Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 ing who they are, what they want, and how basic surgical procedures, which includes the they can reach their goals. At the conclu- preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative SPH 230 - sion of the program, participants should be phases commonly performed in the operating Fundamentals of Oral able to take more control of their lives. room setting. Concurrent clinical practice in Interpretation of Literature Credit earned is elective credit and will selected surgical facilities is required. IAI: TA 916 1.1 apply to graduation and transfer. Prerequisite: Admission to the Surgical Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation of Prerequisite: None Technology program. Literature is a basic introduction to the Credit: 2 semester hours Corequisite: SRG 101 experience of literature through reading Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 6 semester hours aloud and listening to varied genres of Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 prose, poetry, and drama. Interrelationships STU 102 - between literature, reader, and listener are Library Learning Resources: SRG 103 - examined to improve oral recitation. Business Surgical Technology III – Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 Principles and Practice Specialty Credit: 3 semester hours Library Learning Resources: Business is IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 designed to acquaint students with a variety Surgical Technology III – Principles and of sources for business research in both Practice Specialty will allow the advanced stu- print and electronic formats. Topics dent in surgical technology to apply their SPH 299 - include: company research, industry infor- knowledge of the diagnosis, operative patholo- Communication Education mation and government resources. Students gy, objectives, role of the technologist, use of Internship will have the opportunity to search online selected equipment, supplies, drugs, sequence IAI: None 1.1 databases and print resources. and complications of various selected surger- Communication Education Internship pro- Prerequisite: None ies. Emphasis is placed on the surgical special- vides exceptional communications students Credit: 1 semester hour ties of general and rectal; obstetric and gyne- the opportunity to team-teach a speech Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 cologic; genitourinary; ophthalmic; ear, nose, course with a full-time faculty member. and throat; oral and maxillofacial; head and The student attends all class sessions, pre- STU 299 - neck; plastic; and peripheral vascular. Selected pares lectures, manages class exercises, Service Learning clinical experiences are provided concurrently. and offers oral and written reviews of oral IAI: None 1.1 Prerequisite: SRG 102 performances. The goal of this internship is This course teaches the student to apply aca- Corequisite: SRG 104, SRG 106 preparation for a career in communication demic theories about social change through Credit: 5 semester hours education. Students may earn a maximum of voluntary participation in community service. Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 four credits. This may be repeated one time. Prerequisite: Instructor consent Prerequisite: Instructor consent Credit: 1-3 semester hours Credit: 2 semester hours Lecture: 0 Lab: 1-3 Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 149 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L SRG 104 - THE 111 - THE 135 - Surgical Technology IV – Theatre Practicum II Acting I CONTENTS Principles and Practice Specialty IAI: None 1.1 IAI: TA 914 1.1 IAI: None 1.2 Theatre Practicum II is designed to continue Acting I is an introduction to the basic ele- Surgical Technology IV – Principles and to give the student practical experience in ments of acting as an art form. The course INDEX Practice Specialty is a continuation of SRG costuming, stage management, lighting, centers on exercises to develop the expres- 103. This course will allow the advanced scene construction, prop construction, and siveness of the body and voice combined student in surgical technology to apply box office management that is not available with a study of the mental and emotional their knowledge of the diagnosis, operative in a standard classroom setting. Students will processes of the actor. The class emphasis pathology, objectives, role of the technolo- increase their efficiency, enjoyment and is on basic performance skill development. gist, use of selected equipment, supplies, understanding of the various methods of pro- Prerequisite: None drugs, sequence, and complications of vari- ducing theatrical productions using actual Credit: 3 semester hours ous selected surgeries. Emphasis is placed production requirements as a learning tool. Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 on the surgical specialties of general pedi- Prerequisite: THE 110 atrics, orthopedic, neurosurgery, cardio- Credit: 1 semester hour THE 136 - thoracic, trauma, and procure- Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 Directing ment/transplant. Selected clinical experi- IAI: None 1.1 ences are provided concurrently. THE 121 - Directing is an introductory course in the art Prerequisite: SRG 102 Performance of Literature of directing for the theatre using a problem- Corequisite: SRG 103, 106 IAI: TA 916 1.1 solving approach in surveying the director’s Credit: 5 semester hours Performance of Literature is designed to responsibilities. Particular attention is focused Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 increase the student’s understanding of the on the organizational, managerial, and planning study and performance of literature, such functions of the director. The class emphasis SRG 105 - as essays, letters, novels, poetry and short is on practical directing problem-solving. Surgical Technology V – Internship stories with an emphasis on using voice and Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.2 movement to interpret the works and com- Credit: 3 semester hours Surgical Technology V - Internship pro- municate that interpretation to an audi- Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 vides 20 to 40 hours a week of experience ence. Students will study literary theory, lit- working in the surgical technologist’s role erary analysis, the relationship between the THE 137 - in selected surgical sites. text and the performer and the develop- Costuming Prerequisite: SRG 103, 104, 106 ment of movement and vocal skills. The IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 4 semester hours emphasis is on developing the student’s Costuming is an introductory course in the Lecture: 0 Lab: 20 interpretation skills through the perform- design and construction of theatrical costumes. ance of selected literature. The course is designed to give students a SRG 106 - Prerequisite: None basic understanding of historical costuming, Surgical Technology Seminar Credit: 3 semester hours basic safety procedures, techniques of cos- IAI: None 1.2 Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 tume and accessory construction, machine Surgical Technology Seminar reviews the his- and tool use. The course also includes an tory of surgical technology as it influences THE 133 - introduction to sewing—both hand and current practice. Emphasis is on the chang- Introduction to Theatre machine, cutting, draping and pattern draft- ing role and responsibilities of the surgical IAI: F1 907 1.1 ing and costume shop organization. Practical technologist and relationships and opportuni- Introduction to Theatre is designed to experience is gained through the construc- ties within the occupation. Current surgical acquaint students with the theoretical tion of costumes for productions. technology issues are discussed with topics principles of acting, directing, scene Prerequisite: None including surgical technology education, design, set construction, costuming, make- Credit: 3 semester hours ethics, economic issues and changing aspects up, lighting for the stage, and sound. A sur- Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 of the healthcare environment. vey of theater history and dramatic litera- Prerequisite: SRG 102 ture provides a basis for informed critical THE 210 - Corequisite: SRG 103, 104 viewing and for future studies in theater. Theatre Practicum III Credit: 2 semester hours Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Theatre Practicum III is designed to con- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 tinue to give the student practical experi- ence in costuming, stage management, THE 134 - lighting, scene construction, prop con- THEATRE THE Stagecraft and Theatre Lighting struction, and box office management that IAI: TA 911 1.1 is not available in a standard classroom Theatre Department Stagecraft and Theatre Lighting is an intro- setting. Students will increase their effi- ductory course in the principles, procedures, ciency, enjoyment and understanding of (815) 921-2167 and practices of technical theatrical produc- the various methods of producing theatri- tion using practical experiences in conjunc- cal productions using actual production THE 110 - tion with departmental presentations. Basic requirements as a learning tool. Theatre Practicum I methods of safe scenery construction, scene Prerequisite: THE 111 IAI: None 1.1 painting, lighting equipment, and property Credit: 1 semester hour Theatre Practicum I is designed to give the building are explored. The class emphasis is Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 student practical experience in costuming, on safety in a scenic shop. stage management, lighting, scene construc- Prerequisite: None tion, prop construction, and box office man- Credit: 3 semester hours agement that is not available in a standard Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 classroom setting. Students will increase their efficiency, enjoyment and understand- ing of the various methods of producing the- atrical productions using actual production requirements as a learning tool. Prerequisite: None 150 Credit: 1 semester hour Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L THE 211 - THE 236 - both client and server-side Web scripting. TS Theatre Practicum IV Directing II Prerequisite: WEB 101 or equivalent CONTENTS IAI: None 1.1 IAI: None 1.1 Web development experience. Theatre Practicum IV is designed to contin- Directing II builds on the skills developed Credit: 4 semester hours ue to give the student practical experience in the basic directing course. It focuses on Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 INDEX in costuming, stage management, lighting, the development of stage movement scene construction, prop construction, and through picturization, script analysis, peri- WEB 111 - box office management that is not available od research, conceptual communication Introduction to Multimedia in a standard classroom setting. Students and the actual production of a one-act IAI: None 1.2 will increase their efficiency, enjoyment play. The class emphasis is on directorial Introduction to Multimedia is a course that and understanding of the various methods communication and conceptualization with will acquaint the student with multimedia of producing theatrical productions using a performance as the final outcome. design principles as well as multimedia actual production requirements as a learn- Prerequisite: THE 136 creation and manipulation. This class ing tool. Upon completion of the four Credit: 3 semester hours introduces multimedia hardware and soft- Practicum credits, the student will have a Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 ware used most often by Web developers portfolio review in preparation for transfer creating Web pages which include multi- to a baccalaureate program. THE 237 - media elements. Prerequisite: THE 210 Stage Makeup Prerequisite: WEB 101 Credit: 1 semester hour IAI: None 1.1 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 Stage Makeup is an introductory course in Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 the basics of designing, applying, and cre- THE 220 - ating theatrical makeup. It will introduce WEB 112 - Summer Theatre Workshop the student to the principles of light, Advanced Multimedia IAI: None 1.1 shade and color as they relate to makeup. IAI: None 1.2 Summer Theatre Workshop is an introduc- Students will study character makeup, fan- Advanced Multimedia Authoring is a con- tion to the unique challenges of outdoor tasy makeup, various modern mediums, tinuation of WEB 111 – Introduction to theatre. Students will receive an overview prosthetics, mask making, facial hair and Multimedia. WEB 112 – Advanced of the production process through a series practical applications. The course empha- Multimedia will enhance the skills of the of lectures and will then select one or sis is on both design and application. experienced multimedia user. Advanced more major areas of emphasis. Students Prerequisite: None scripting techniques will be covered to will be exposed to production theory Credit: 3 semester hours provide more user interaction. The through class presentations and readings. Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Internet will be used to access resources. Practical experience will be gained A multimedia project utilizing advanced through production assignments. scripting will be required. Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: WEB 101, 111 Credit: 3 semester hours WEBINFORMATION Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 TECHNOLOGY WEB Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 THE 234 - WEB 114 - Design for the Theatre Engineering and Technology Digital Media IAI: TA 911 1.1 (815) 921-3101 IAI: None 1.2 Design for the Theatre is an introductory Digital Media is a course that will cover the design class concentrating on scenic, lighting WEB 101 - latest sound, video, image editing, and design and property design. The students will take Programming Related software to be incorporated into a multime- projects from initial design conceptualization to the Internet dia program. Students will create their own through working drawings. Basic drafting— IAI: None 1.2 media, as well as enhance existing media. both manual and CAD, mechanical perspec- This course is designed for students and DVD, CD, and Internet delivery of digital tive rendering, model construction and light- professionals interested in learning how to media will be incorporated into the class. ing theory will be explored in relationship to design and develop Web pages and Web Prerequisite: WEB 111 various dramatic scripts. The class is sites. The course covers Web design, copy- Credit: 3 semester hours designed to give the student an introduction right, and marketing topics, as well as Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 to all aspects of theatrical design. HTML programming and HTML code gen- Prerequisite: None erators. Additionally students will learn WEB 115 - Credit: 3 semester hours about Web graphics and scripting lan- Introduction To Digital Imaging Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 guages used to create exciting Web pages. IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: CIS 102 or equivalent com- In this course, students will become familiar THE 235 - puter experience. with the work environment of a currently Acting II Credit: 4 semester hours popular digital imaging product, such as IAI: None 1.1 Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Photoshop. Students will learn about tools Acting II builds upon the skills developed and palettes, working with selections, layers, in the basic acting course. It focuses on WEB 102 - masks, channels, retouching, effects, color the development of characterization skills, Advanced Programming management, and creating images for print communication with other actors on stage, Related to the Internet or the Web. Additional topics include the and the ability to handle various styles of IAI: None 1.2 context-sensitive options bar, layer sets and dramatic literature. The class emphasizes This course is designed for students and layer styles, weighted optimization, image scene work, character-building and charac- professionals interested in extending their and text warping, and support for vector- ter definition with performance outcomes. knowledge of Web programming tools. The based art. Students will also learn how to Prerequisite: THE 135 emphasis of this course is Web site develop- create slices, rollovers, and animations. Credit: 3 semester hours ment, rather than single Web page develop- Prerequisite: Must be concurrently Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 ment. This course includes cascading style enrolled or should have successfully sheets, server-side includes, dynamic completed WEB 101 or have equivalent HTML, the use of HTML code generators Web development experience. and Web graphics to create a Web site, and Credit: 3 semester hours may also include new topics as they arise, Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 such as XML. This course also introduces 151 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L WEB 220 - expected to complete a project of their WEB 290 - Digital Commercial Art own choosing, real or imaginary, that Special Topics in Web CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 encompasses all aspects of the production Information Technology Digital Commercial Art is a study in the cycle of a Web project; initial concept, IAI: None 1.2 layout of photo-ready art for reproduction quoting, project planning, process flow, Special Topics in Web Information INDEX used in computerized commercial art. page design, marketing considerations, Technology will cover leading edge topics Topics include typography, symbols, illus- usability, and quality control. in the Web information technology arena. tration, and photography. Students are Prerequisite: Successful completion of These special topics might include new introduced to page layout, illustration and WEB 101 and 102. server technologies or new Web develop- photo manipulation software using person- Credit: 3 semester hours ment technologies. This course may often al computers. This is a studio class and will Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 be taught by experts from the business visit an advertising agency, a print shop, world who work with the technology which and a photographic studio. WEB 233 - the course covers. Exact course require- Prerequisite: Completion of or concur- Web Programming Using ments are based on the nature of the top- rent enrollment in ART 103 and 104 is Client-Side Scripting ics under study. The course may be recommended. Credit will not be grant- IAI: None 1.2 repeated three times. ed for both WEB 220 and ART 115 – Web Programming Using Client-Side Prerequisite: Will vary depending on Introduction to Commercial Art. Scripting is designed to educate students course topic. Credit: 4 semester hours in the construction of dynamic Web sites. Credit: 1-6 semester hours Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Students will be expected to build a Web Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0 site that includes complex programming WEB 225 - logic and control structures as well as a WEB 291 - Digital Photography variety of visual effects. Internship/Field Experience IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: Must have completed WEB IAI: None 1.2 Digital Photography introduces basic digi- 101 and 102 or have equivalent Web Internship/Field Experience requires stu- tal imaging applications. Emphasis is development experience, as well as CIS dents to work part-time in the field of Web placed on color theory, calibration, scan- 180, or equivalent introductory pro- Development in a local cooperating busi- ning, enhancement, importing and export- gramming experience. ness firm or non-for-profit organization. ing graphic images. Methods of conversion Credit: 4 semester hours This experience will be supervised by a to digital format will be explored. Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 faculty advisor of the Web program. Appropriate computer software related to Consent of the advisor or division director the subject will be utilized. WEB 235 - is required. Prerequisite: CIS 102 Web Programming Using Prerequisite: WEB 101 and 102 Credit: 3 semester hours Server-Side Scripting required. Completion of WEB 230, 233, Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 IAI: None 1.2 and 235 recommended. Web Programming Using Server-Side Credit: 1-6 semester hours WEB 230 - Scripting is designed to educate students Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 Web Rapid Application in the construction of Web pages which Development require processing on the server. Students IAI: None 1.2 will be expected to build a Web site that Web Rapid Application Development uses includes complex programming logic and WELDING WLD a currently popular RAD tool such as control structures as well as a variety of Macromedia’s ColdFusion scripting lan- data structures. Division of Technical Programs guage to teach the development of dynam- Prerequisite: Must have completed WEB ic database driven Web applications. 101 and 102, or have equivalent Web (815) 921-3010 Students will be instructed in the develop- development experience, as well as CIS ment of a structured process for building 180, or equivalent introductory pro- WLD 150 - Web applications for doing business on the gramming experience. Blueprint Reading for Welders Web. The students will be required to Credit: 4 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 build a mock e-commerce Web site from Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Blueprint Reading for Welders is designed the ground up. They must develop the for welders or those in the welding field, process flow of their mock business, con- WEB 260 - performing such tasks as welding inspec- struct the product database, and develop Web and Mail Server tion, metal fabrication, set-up, assembly pages for displaying the product informa- Administration and testing. tion including building a shopping cart for IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: None the “purchase” of items. This course covers installing, configuring, Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: WEB 101, 102, and com- and administering Web servers. Topics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 pletion or current enrollment in CIS covered include site administration, securi- 254 or 130. ty, tuning and optimization, troubleshoot- WLD 151 - Credit: 4 semester hours ing, administering a site from remote loca- Fundamentals of Welding Theory Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 tions, indexing services, tracking user IAI: None 1.2 access and logging, replication, SMTP, Fundamentals of Welding Theory intro- WEB 231 - NNTP, FTP services, and ASP compo- duces students to high tech welding. Web Design and Production nents. If time permits, students will install, Special emphasis is placed on welding and IAI: None 1.2 configure and administer a mail server, as cutting safety as well as welding terms. Web Design and Production is designed to well as set up e-mail services to be Basic blueprint reading, metallurgy, weld- educate students in the construction of accessed through the Web. ing codes and symbols are also covered. Web sites that incorporate print design Prerequisite: Successful completion of This course must be taken before or con- styles and principles for developing a tar- PCT 110 and 112. currently with WLD 153. geted Internet marketing solution. Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: None Students will be taken through a complete Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Credit: 3 semester hours Web development project, from initial con- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 cept to completed site. They will be 152 2009 – 2011 Catalog COURSEDESCRIPTIONS L L L WLD 152 - WLD 157 - WLD 180 - TS Arithmetic for Welders M.I.G. Welding Independent Study in Welding CONTENTS IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 IAI: None 1.2 Arithmetic for Welders teaches basic M.I.G. Welding covers M.I.G. (wire) weld- Independent Study in Welding allows stu- mathematic skills and provides practical ing in all positions on plate. Safety rules dents to develop specific course goals and INDEX exercises useful in the welding field. The and equipment will be emphasized. objectives based on their needs and previ- topics are presented in a step-by-step Prerequisite: WLD 156 or consent of ous welding experience. Students will approach with examples that broaden instructor. work with the welding instructor to deter- understanding of whole numbers, common Credit: 3 semester hours mine course goals. fractions, decimal fractions, measurement, Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Prerequisite: Industrial experience or volume, weight, and bending metal, and completion of welding courses in the percentage and the metric system. WLD 158 - processes area of study, or consent of Prerequisite: None T.I.G. Welding instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 1-5 semester hours Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 T.I.G. Welding covers T.I.G. welding in all Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 positions on plate. Safety rules and equip- WLD 153 - ment will be emphasized. WLD 181 - Arc Welding: Flat Prerequisite: WLD 156 or consent of Special Topics Welding IAI: None 1.2 instructor. IAI: None 1.2 Arc Welding: Flat covers electric welding Credit: 3 semester hours Special Topics Welding is designed to sat- on plate in the flat position. Safety rules Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 isfy topics or special interest in a particu- and equipment usage are emphasized. An lar area of welding. Topics will vary from introduction to oxygen acetylene cutting is WLD 159 - semester to semester. This course may be covered. Arc Welding: Bellhole/Pipe repeated three times. Prerequisite: Credit in or concurrent IAI: None 1.2 Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor enrollment in WLD 151 or consent of Arc Welding: Bellhole/Pipe covers pipe is required. instructor. welding in the Bellhole (5G) position. Credit: 1-3 semester hours Credit: 3 semester hours Safety rules and equipment are empha- Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 sized. Pipe cutting with oxygen and acety- lene will be included. WLD 182 - WLD 154 - Prerequisite: WLD 156 or consent of Internship In Welding Technology Arc Welding: Vertical instructor. IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours IAI: None 1.2 Arc Welding: Vertical covers electric weld- Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Internship in Welding Technology enables ing on plate in the vertical position. Safety students to work part-time as interns in a rules and equipment usage are empha- WLD 161 - local manufacturing facility or governmen- sized. An introduction to oxygen acetylene Arc Welding: Arkansas/Pipe tal agency involved in welding/fabrication. cutting is covered. IAI: None 1.2 Work will be done under the supervision of Prerequisite: WLD 155 or consent of Arc Welding: Arkansas/Pipe covers pipe a college administrator/faculty member. It instructor. welding in the Arkansas Bellhole (6G) is the student’s responsibility to secure a Credit: 3 semester hours position. Safety rules and equipment are part-time or full-time job. Prior approval Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 emphasized. Pipe cutting with oxygen and must be obtained from the welding admin- acetylene will be included. istrator or faculty member. The number of WLD 155 - Prerequisite: WLD 156 or consent of work hours is variable. Arc Welding: Horizontal instructor. Prerequisite: At least 12 credits in IAI: None 1.2 Credit: 3 semester hours Welding Technology Certification pro- Arc Welding: Horizontal covers electric Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 gram, previously or concurrently. welding on plate in the horizontal position. Students may repeat this course up to a Safety rules and equipment usage will be WLD 175 - maximum of six credit hours. emphasized. Oxygen acetylene burning will Certification Qualification Credit: 1-6 semester hours also be covered. Preparation Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30 Prerequisite: WLD 153 or consent of IAI: None 1.2 instructor. Certification Qualification Preparation is ZOOLOGY Credit: 3 semester hours designed to prepare an experienced – See Biology Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 welder for the certification test in A.W.S. D1.1 on plate, or pipe on mild steel only. WLD 156 - A.W.S. standards will be followed. The Arc Welding: Overhead requirements for maintenance of certifica- IAI: None 1.2 tion will be discussed. Arc Welding: Overhead covers electric Prerequisite: Consent of the welding welding on plate in the overhead position. coordinator. Safety rules and equipment usage will be Credit: 3 semester hours emphasized. Oxygen acetylene cutting will Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 also be covered. Prerequisite: WLD 154 Credit: 3 semester hours Lecture: 1 Lab: 4
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154 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L L Community Outreach at Rock Valley College offers district resi- RRVEC TS dents a variety of informal programs that are cultural and recre- The Rock River Valley Entrepreneurship Center, located at the CONTENTS ational, as well as educational. These programs are an outreach EIGERlab, is an initiative that helps stimulate the local business arm of the college and intended for persons of all ages. Programs climate by providing accelerated services to higher growth poten- include Adult Education, Business Outreach, Center for Learning tial businesses. The center links companies and entrepreneurs who INDEX in Retirement, Community Education, Continuing Professional can create jobs with investors and manufacturers, resulting in a Education, Employment and Grant Programs, Starlight and Studio win-win relationship. It also serves as the gateway to the Illinois Theatres, Traffic Safety, Small Business Development Center, Opportunity Fund. For more information call, (815) 921-2054, or Procurement Technical Assistance Center, and the Rock River go to our website: www.RRVEC.com Valley Entrepreneurship Center. Community Education Outreach Adult Education & Literacy Center for Learning in Retirement, Community Education, The Adult Education, located at RVC’s Stenstrom Center for Continuing Professional Education, and Traffic Safety are housed Career Education, offer a number of programs for adults. Adult within CEO. Education offers classes to adults in basic reading, writing, and math; G.E.D. preparation in both English and Spanish; and English Center for Learning in Retirement as a Second Language. The GED to Careers Program offers G.E.D. The Center for Learning in Retirement is a membership organiza- preparation along with employment skills to out-of-school youth, tion open to retired and semi-retired adults who enjoy intellectual ages 18 to 21. Customized fee-based classes are available on-site to stimulation and the opportunity to meet new friends. There are area companies and organizations. short-term courses, often led by members, covering a wide range of For more information on Adult Education, call (815) 921-2001. topics. Classes meet only during the day. There are no tests, no grades, no compulsory attendance and no homework. Looking for Business Outreach adventure? There are chartered day trips each month to nature preserves, arboretums, art exhibits, and the theater. Classes are Business and Professional Institute – held on the campus of Rock Valley College and various sites off Through the Business and Professional Institute, Rock Valley campus. For more information concerning this exciting lifelong College offers training, consulting, and specialized resources that learning opportunity, call (815) 921-3931. are designed to meet the needs of business and industry. Many of the workshops and conferences are held in the Woodward Community Education Technology Center on main campus, a state-of-the art facility Community Education offers courses that help you learn a new designed to provide clients with comfort and the latest technology. hobby or skill, enjoy leisure and recreational activities and benefit The BPI offers on-site training sessions, customized training and from personal enrichment courses. Virtually anyone can take these programs in the following areas: non-credit courses; there are no entrance exams and no diploma Truck Driver Training requirements. Courses are offered at convenient times and loca- Management Institute, Manufacturing Technology tions. Courses are categorized into several distinctive groups: Art, Technical Training, Satellite Programming and Communications and Writing, Cooking, Crafts/Hobbies, Dance, Best Manufacturing Practices Center of Excellence; Finance, Fitness, Garden and Nature, Health/Wellness History, Call (815) 921-2071 for more information. Home, Image/Etiquette, Language, Music, Pets/Animals, Photography, Psychology, Recreation/Sports and Special Interest. Children’s and teen’s courses include art, cooking, dance, drama, Office of Employment and Grants fitness/wellness, language, sports and special interest. The Whiz Rock Valley College, Office of Employment and Grants is located at Kids program, established in 1980, is a summer enrichment pro- the Illinois Employment and Training Center at 303 North Main gram that provides challenging educational experiences to all chil- Street. This office offers a variety of grant program services to dis- dren grades K-8. Classes are taught using fun, hands-on learning located workers, public aid recipients, along with the Refugee and techniques. Sport Camps for children, grades three through 12, Immigrant program in the Rockford and surrounding area. Services include baseball, basketball and volleyball. The courses listed above vary from program to program but generally assist eligible partici- are provided in the Community & Continuing Education schedule pants with career testing and counseling, job readiness skills, and that is published each semester. For more information, contact the job search assistance. Several programs offer training options Community Education Outreach office at (815) 921-3900. including on-the job training opportunities. For more information, contact the Office of Employment and Grants at (815) 921-2200. Continuing Professional Education Continuing Professional Education offers non-degree programs for PTAC professionals seeking continuing education in their field. CPE cer- The Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center at Rock tificate courses are available to help individuals in their general Valley College, located at the EIGERlab, is part of a nationwide professional development, career advancement, and preparation program to provide businesses with the marketing know-how and for national and state certification and licensing exams. Designed technical tools they need to obtain and perform successfully on as short-term, non-degree alternatives, these programs do not federal, state and local government contracts. The mission includes require an entrance exam for admission. Courses designated as creating and retaining jobs, fostering competition and lower costs “credit” are not transferable toward a college degree, but in some for the government, helping to sustain our industrial base and cases, may be used as electives toward an A.A. or A.S. degree. A armed forces readiness. For details, call the PTAC at (815) 921- student still in high school (age 16-17) may be admitted to CPE 2091 or go to the website: www.rockvallycollege.edu/ptac credit courses upon written consent of the chief executive officer (or designee) of the high school district in which the student resides. SBDC RVC Skills Certificates are offered in Word, Excel, Access, The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Rock Valley PowerPoint, Automation Skills Training, Electrical and Electronic College, located at the EIGERlab was developed to aid new and Maintenance, Industrial Maintenance and Integrated Systems established small business. Our SBDC offers counseling for all Technology. phases of your business life from start-up to expansion, day-to-day NOTE: See the Community and Continuing Education schedule for problems and selling of the business when you retire. We can current offerings. For more information about Continuing advise you in a wide range of topics like: starting your business, Professional Education opportunities at RVC, contact the CPE drafting a business plan, marketing ideas, accounting/payroll/tax office at (815) 921-3900 or go to our Web site: questions, where to find government assistance, loan sources, www.rockvalleycollege.edu/cpe. human resources and hiring, and on to business expansion and selling the business. For more information, call the SBDC at (815) 155 921-2081 or go to our website: www.rockvalleycollege.edu/sbdc 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L Traffic Safety Studio Theatre The Rock Valley College Traffic Safety program provides driver During the fall and spring semesters, Rock Valley College sponsors CONTENTS improvement training for a variety of individual, employer-support- a Studio Theatre program, which gives students and area actors ed, and court-supervised participants. Supervision program: The the opportunity to perform with guest professionals. Performances College joins regional courts, local governments, and law enforce- are held in the college’s Studio Theatre and are chosen for their INDEX ment agencies to provide an educational option for minor traffic value as dramatic literature and with an eye toward expanding the violations. Motorists, who choose class instead of court can keep range of theatrical offerings in the community. The Studio Theatre the violation off their public driving record, avoid higher insurance is committed to producing the entire Shakespearean Canon of premiums and learn effective defensive driving techniques. Classes plays. are offered throughout the seven county service region. Employers: Workplace leaders committed to employee and work Recent productions have included Antony & Cleopatra, All's Well place safety choose tailored courses. Participation in driver That Ends Well, Titus Andronicus, Timon of Athens, King improvement programs can result in increased productivity, fewer Henry IV pts. 1 and 2, The Taming of the Shrew, King Lear, accidents and lower insurance premiums. Classes are designed to Richard III, Macbeth, The Tempest, and Twelfth Night. coordinate with workplace schedules and locations. Personal inter- est: Individuals attend the program for personal interest and self- During the month of December, the Studio Theatre presents small- development. For more information, contact the Traffic Safety pro- er scale musicals done in an incredibly intimate setting. Recent gram office at (815) 921-3940. productions have included The Christmas Schooner, Cabaret, Company, Nunsense 1 and 2, Dames at Sea and They’re Theatre and Arts Park Playing Our Song.
Starlight Theatre The Studio Theatre also has an original works program, which finds Since 1967, when Finian’s Rainbow was staged on the College lawn, talented playwrights and commissions new plays. Recent World Rock Valley College has brought affordable, outdoor summer musi- Premiere’s include Lent, the Musical, Pearl's Jam, Crossing cal theatre to residents of the district. Today, performances are in Bridges, The Lake, Kite’s Book: Tales of an 18th Century the college’s newly remodeled Bengt Sjostrom Theatre, which the Hitman, and Christmas with the Conroys. Chicago Tribune's Architecture Critic calls "an engineering wonder" which features a one-of-a-kind, articulated, opening 70-foot star- April is Murder Mystery Month in the Studio, where we are com- shaped roof. Starlight Theatre is one of the nation’s largest profes- mitted to staging all of the great plays by Agatha Christie. Recent sionally produced community theatres. Starlight Theatre, the old- productions include A Murder is Announced, An Appointment est continuously operating theatre in Rockford, offers amateur with Death, the American Premiere of Cards on the Table, The actors, singers, and dancers an opportunity to work under the Mousetrap, Witness for the Prosecution, Ten Little Indians, direction of professional artistic and technical directors. It attracts Murder on the Nile and Murder at the Vicarage. hundreds of volunteer performers, crew members and audiences of more than 38,000 each season. Starlight produces big 1930’s scale For more information about theatre at Rock Valley College, call musicals with casts sometimes reaching into the hundreds! (815) 921-2160.
Recent musicals have included Cats, Miss Saigon, State Fair, Beauty & the Beast, Honk!, 42nd Street, Fiddler on the Roof, The King and I, West Side Story, A Chorus Line, Big River, My Fair Lady, Evita, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat just to name a few.
Starlight has a distinguished roster of alums which include some of the nation’s most gifted performers and technicians including Rockford’s New American Theatre founder J. R. Sullivan, Broadway Star and Walt Disney’s voice of The Little Mermaid, Jodi Mazorrati Benson; Broadway and London’s West End Star, Marin Mazzie; Hollywood’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas, Art Director, Dan Webster; Co-Executive producer of HBO’s Six Feet Under, Bob Greenblatt; and Broadway Director and Star, Joe Mantello among many others.
156 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L L CONTINUING BUS 007 - MGT 043 - TS How To Own and Operate Supervisory Skills CONTENTS PROFESSIONAL Your Own Business IAI: None 1.6 EDUCATIONCREDIT IAI: None 1.6 For individuals in supervisory positions. COURSES Provides a complete overview on how to Topics include time management, planning, INDEX operate a successful business. Topics will problem-solving skills, delegation and more. The following courses designated include writing a business plan, marketing, Prerequisite: None planning, legal requirements, financing, Credit: 1-2 hours as “credit” are not transferable recordkeeping and more. toward a college degree and do not Prerequisite: None MGT 045 - require an entrance exam or tests. Credit: 1-3 hours Advanced Supervisory Skills IAI: None 1.6 BUS 053 - A course for experienced supervisory person- ART/CAREERS Paralegal Jurisprudence nel and front line managers that will improve IAI: None 1.6 the skill sets to more effectively manage a ART 059 - Presents an overview of paralegal profes- productive employee workforce. Topics Intro to Interior Design sion including many of the more popular include: the art of goal achieving, time man- IAI: None 1.6 entry-level areas of legal specialization. agement, managing diversity, motivating Designed for anyone who wants to begin a Prerequisite: None employees, effective team building, sexual career in furniture or accessory sales. Credit: 1 hour harassment, business law basics, supervising Basics of lighting, wall and window treat- the obstinate employee/workforce. ments, carpeting, furniture, and fabrics BUS 054 - Prerequisite: None will be covered. Paralegal Litigation Credit: 1 hour Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.6 Credit: 1 hour Presents an overview of litigation and trial support, including federal and state tech- CERTIFIEDEMPLOYEE niques used by entry level practicing. BENEFITSPECIALIST BUSINESS/CAREERS Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 hour PROGRAM ATG 001 - Bookkeeping and Accounting I BUS 055 - IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Paralegal Management A 10-course curriculum that Covers the fundamental principles of book- IAI: None 1.6 explores conceptual and technical keeping, including theory of debit and Presents an overview of the paralegal aspects of employee benefit plans credit, general journal, accounts receivable office manager who performs a wide vari- and payable journals, posting, trial bal- ety of duties and the use of office technol- as well as financial, legal and ance, use of worksheets, financial state- ogy equipment. economic issues. The curriculum ments, and basic business forms. Prerequisite: None includes the essential elements of Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 hour knowledge needed by employee Credit: 1-2 hours benefits professionals, no matter BUS 056 - ATG 002 - Paralegal Career what their role in the industry. Bookkeeping and Accounting II IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.6 Presents an overview of paralegal job A continuation of ATG 001 that covers search/portfolio techniques that will help MKT 070 - accounting procedures and principles for you match up your legal specialties for a Employee Benefit Concepts partnership and corporation business. new entry-level position. Credit: 2 hours Prerequisite: Bookkeeping and Prerequisite: None Accounting I or equivalent experience. Credit: 1 hour MKT 071 - Credit: 1.5 hours Benefit Plans-Design and BUS 080 - Administration ATG 003 - Starting Your Small Business Credit: 2 hours Bookkeeping and Accounting III IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Designed to give individuals a step-by-step MKT 072 - An advanced course in accounting that will strategy to starting their own business. Retirement Plan Contributions focus on special journals, accounts receiv- Topics included are market strategy, com- Credit: 2 hours able, depreciation, inventory and revenue petition, management, financing, etc. and expenses. Prerequisite: None MKT 073 - Prerequisite: Bookkeeping and Credit: 1 hour Contemporary Legal Environments Accounting II or equivalent experience. Credit: 2 hours Credit: 1.5 hours BUS 095 – Home Inspection Licensure Course MKT 074 - ATG 004 - IAI: None 1.6 Accounting and Finance Payroll Accounting Basics A comprehensive 80-hour preparation to Credit: 2 hours IAI: None 1.6 meet the licensing standards of the Explores the basic concepts of managing Department of Financial and Professional MKT 075 - payroll accounting. A complete overview of Regulation to acquire Home Inspection Asset Management payroll accounting, which includes employ- Licensure. Credit: 2 hours ee-type identification, salary-wage mainte- Prerequisite: None nance and information on employee and Credit: 5 credits MKT 076 - employer taxes. Employee Benefit Plans and Prerequisite: None The Economy Credit: 1.5 hours Credit: 2 hours 157 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L MKT 077 - DPR 022 - DPR 033 - Human Resources Crystal Reports Beginning Keyboarding CONTENTS Credit: 2 hours IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Designed for students who are using Teaches students the keyboard and basic MKT 079 - Access, Excel or SQL and want an easier applications such as centering principles, INDEX Contemporary Benefit Issues and more flexible report writer. Students typing tables, letters, memorandums, Credit: 2 hours will learn to modify simple reports and reports and business forms using the com- groups, work with formulas, format and puter. MKT 080 - export reports and create and customize Recommended: Computer Basics or Retirement Plans charts and maps. equivalent experience. Credit: 2 hours Recommended: Excel or Access Basics Credit: 1-2 hours Credit: 1 hour DPR 040 DPR 023 - Publisher Workshop COMPUTERS Beginning Word IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 An advanced Microsoft Publisher course RVC Computer Skills Certificates Provides information on the most impor- that will use MS Publisher techniques to tant topics of Microsoft Word. Students create newsletters and brochures. Skills Certificates can be used for will learn how to create, edit and format Recommended: MS Publisher employment, advancement or pro- documents. Credit: .5 hours motions in current positions or Recommended: None just for personal use. Continuing Credit: .5 hours DPR 041 - Professional Education computer Adobe Illustrator Fundamentals DPR 024 - IAI: None 1.6 courses are “bundled” into tracks Introduction to Excel Demonstrates the need for vector-based such as word processing, spread- IAI: None 1.6 graphic design and how to use Illustrator’s sheets, database management and Provides information on the most impor- tools to create original vector artwork. File presentation skills. Students who tant topics of Microsoft Excel. Students formats and layers will be introduced. wish to obtain the Computer Skills will learn how to build, edit and format Recommended: Computer Basics or worksheets and charts. equivalent experience. Certificate will validate their Recommended: None Credit: 1 hour knowledge by taking a skills assess- Credit: .5 hours ment exam. For more information, DPR 042 - call Continuing Professional DPR 026 - Adobe Photoshop Fundamentals Education at (815) 921-1403. Intermediate Word IAI: None 1.6 PCS: 1.6 Familiarizes the student with the composi- Designed for students who are familiar tion and editing capabilities of Adobe DPR 003 - with Microsoft Word. Students will learn Photoshop. Emphasis will be placed on Windows Basics how to work with sections, columns, for- selection tools, file formats, resolution con- IAI: None 1.6 mat tables, import Excel data, create and siderations and layers. Provides students with the terminology, modify styles and work with headers and Recommended: Computer Basics or concepts and techniques used in running footers. Prerequisite: Intro to Word or equivalent experience. Windows-based software. equivalent experience. Credit: 1 hour Recommended: None Recommended: None Credit: 1-2 hours Credit: .5 hours DPR 045 - Basic Computer Skills DPR 005 - DPR 027 - IAI: None 1.6 Computer Basics Skills Intermediate Excel Designed to help students learn computer IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 terminology and give hands-on experience Provides hands-on experience in the opera- Designed for students who are familiar with basic Windows operation and comput- tion and use of computers. Topics include with spreadsheets. Students will learn how er application skills including word pro- Windows, word processing, database, to work with large spreadsheets, use 3-D cessing, database, spreadsheets, keyboard- spreadsheet, communications, and graphics. formulas, customize Excel’s toolbars and ing and Internet software packages. Recommended: None menus, apply special cell formatting, and Recommended: None Credit: 1-2 hours more. Credit: 1-3 hours Prerequisite: Introduction to Excel or DPR 019 - equivalent experience. DPR 048 - Introduction to Personal Recommended: None Introduction To Desktop Computers Credit: .5 hours Publishing IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Designed for the new user or individuals DPR 029 - Instructs students in creating distinctive with no experience interested in learning Introduction to QuickBooks newsletters, brochures and flyers. computers, providing individuals with the IAI: None 1.6 Recommended: None skills and confidence to continue learning. QuickBooks is an easy-to-use complete Credit: 1-2 hours Recommended: None financial management system for small Credit: .5 hours businesses. This course will introduce stu- DPR 049 - dents to basic features and an opportunity Computer Publishing Skills for hands-on practice. IAI: None 1.6 Recommended: Computer Basics or Familiarizes the student with the use of equivalent experience. Publisher and Word to combine desktop Credit: 1-2 hours publishing skills and printing capabilities to create usable designs and formats. Recommended: None 158 Credit: .5 hours 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L L DPR 050 - DPR 089 - FIRESCIENCE/CAREERS TS Special Topics in Word Graphics Beginning Access For Windows CONTENTS IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 FRE 012 – Helps students create computerized scrap- Shows how to easily store, update and Fire Behavior INDEX book pages that they can print or e-mail to retrieve information on this powerful data- IAI: None 1.6 others. Microsoft Word will be used to cre- base management system. ate scrapbook pages while applying graph- Recommended: Computer Basics or FRE 014 – ic design skills such as font sizes, styles, equivalent experience. Safety for Fire Fighters WordArt and many other Word features. Credit: 1-2 hours IAI: None 1.6 Recommended: Basic Word skills Credit: 1 hour DPR 095 - FRE 016 – PowerPoint Portable Fire Extinguishers DPR 077 - IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Internet Essentials Gives hands-on experience in developing IAI: None 1.6 dynamic presentations using drawing tools, FRE 018- Gives students a basic understanding of text graphics and clip art. Ladders the Internet and expose them to the vast Recommended: Computer Basics or IAI: None 1.6 amounts of information available on the equivalent experience. World Wide Web. Credit: 1-2 hours FRE 020 – Recommended: Computer Basics or Fire Hose and Appliances equivalent experience. IAI: None 1.6 Credit: .5 hours EDUCATION/CAREERS FRE 022 DPR 080 - SOC 012 - Management IV Web Page Design Special Education--An Introduction IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Designed for current fire fighters, this Helps students learn how to create basic An introductory course designed for par- course focuses on analyzing and organizing Web pages using HTML. ents, families, teachers, and paraprofes- personal assignments, developing person- Recommended: Windows Basics, sionals who would like to increase their nel policies, reviewing and approving capi- Computer Basics or equivalent experi- knowledge and understanding of Special tal budgets and fiscal financing etc.for the ence. Education. Students will learn how to fire service. Credit: 1-2 hours identify various types of Special Prerequisite: Management III for Fire Educational Impairments, their causes and Fighters DPR 085 - adaptations and discuss how to be an Credit: 3 hours Introduction to Word Processing active participant in the Individual IAI: None 1.6 Education Program (IEP) development. A hands-on approach to learning the basic Prerequisite: None HEALTH/CAREERS features of word processing software such Credit: 1 hour as creating, editing, formatting text, saving and printing. HLT 009 - SOC 013 - Healthcare Provider CPR Recommended: None Special Education - Learning Credit: 1-2 hours IAI: None 1.6 Disabilities Designed for the healthcare provider IAI: None 1.6 including nursing and medical students. A DPR 086 - An introduction to LD, ADD, and ADHD Intermediate Word Processing two-year certification is awarded through and autism for parents, teachers, parapro- the American Heart Association. IAI: None 1.6 fessionals, administrators and those affect- Expands the student’s knowledge of word Prerequisite: None ed by this disability. Credit: .5 hours processing functions. Prerequisite: None Recommended: Introduction to Word Credit: .5 hours Processing. HLT 019 - Credit: 1-2 hours Environmental Heartsaver CPR SOC 014 - IAI: None 1.6 Special Education - Special Topics DPR 087 - Designed for the healthcare provider to IAI: None 1.6 learn First Aid basics, CPR for adults, chil- Beginning Excel for Windows Designed for parents, teachers, parapro- IAI: None 1.6 dren and infants; how to operate an auto- fessionals, administrators and those who mated external defibrillator (AED) and Guides students in developing electronic work with special needs persons and want spreadsheets to analyze data and find solu- how to prevent many medical emergen- more in-depth knowledge of special educa- cies. tions. tion. Recommended: Computer Basics or Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Credit: .5 hours equivalent experience. Credit: 1 hour Credit: 1-2 hours HLT 022 - DPR 088 - Reiki for Healthcare Professionals Intermediate Excel for Windows IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Healthcare professionals will learn the A continuation of Beginning Excel to Japanese system of the ancient art of enhance skills. Tibetan hands-on healing. Reiki is a recog- Recommended: Beginning Excel or nized tool in the healing process. equivalent experience. Prerequisite: None Credit: 1-2 hours Credit: .5 hours
159 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L HLT 028, HLT 029, HLT 030 - HLT 054 HLT 065 Training for Dietary Medical Assistant Administration Introduction to Chakras CONTENTS Managers I, II, III Prepares students to function effectively in IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 many of the administrative and clerical Intended to introduce students to the bio- Consists of three courses, which on com- positions in the health care industry. This electric “circuitry” called Chakras. Focus INDEX pletion of the Illinois Food Service program covers important entry-level will be on preventive medicine for the spir- Sanitation Certificate, meet the state background information on anatomy and it and enhancing natural healing capabili- requirements for dietary managers in physiology, medical terminology, insurance ties of the body. healthcare facilities and the Dietary billing and coding, medical ethics, cus- Prerequisite: None Managers Association (DMA). Students tomer service and legal aspects. Credit: .5 hours must be working full-time in the food serv- Prerequisite: None ice and/or dietetics department of a Credit: 3 hours HLT 069 healthcare facility and must demonstrate Medical Coding & Billing Program leadership abilities. HLT 056 - IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None Pharmacy Technician Certification This combined 80 hour medical terminolo- Credit: 3 hours each IAI: None 1.6 gy, anatomy & physiology, billing and cod- A comprehensive 50-hour course that pre- ing course offers the skills needed to solve HLT 034 - pares students to enter the pharmacy field insurance billing problems, how to manual- Reiki for Healthcare Professionals and to take the Pharmacy Technician ly file claims (using the CPT and ICD-9 II Certification Board’s PTCB exam. manual), complete common insurance IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal Healthcare professionals will learn the Credit: 3 hours denied claims and use generic forms to Japanese system of the ancient art of streamline billing procedures. Tibetan hands-on healing. Reiki is a recog- HLT 057 Prerequisite: None nized tool in the healing process. Physical Therapy Aide Credit: 5 hours Prerequisite: None Prepares students for the growing field of Credit: .5 hours Physical Therapy. This program includes HLT 070 the following areas: Intro to Physical Self-Acupressure with HLT 038 - Therapy, Anatomical position, Muscle Jin Shin Do® -Parts I & II Emergency Medical Technician anatomy, Review of musculoskeletal struc- IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 tures, Circulatory system, Respiratory sys- Learn key neck and shoulder points, plus Designed to train police, fire, first respon- tem, Nervous system, Sports Medicine distal points to help release tension. A sin- der and rescue squad personnel and per- Training. gle 25-point self-acupressure pattern will sons interested in the techniques of basic Prerequisite: None be taught including self-care points. emergency medical care. The curriculum, Credit: 3 hours Prerequisite: None developed by the U.S. Department of Credit: .5 hours Transportation, will prepare students for HLT 058 - the Illinois State and/or National Medical Coding/Billing NRS 013 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic cer- Certification Wound Care for Healthcare tification. IAI: None 1.6 Professionals Prerequisite: None A combined 50-hour billing and coding IAI: None 1.6 Credit: 8 hours course that offers the skills needed to A series of four instructional sessions solve insurance billing problems, how to designed to provide the learner with HLT 051 - manually file claims (using the CPT and knowledge and skills specific to the pre- Food Service Sanitation for ICD-9 month manual), complete common vention, recognition and management of Certification insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, chronic wounds. Topics include wound IAI: None 1.6 appeal denied claims and use generic assessment; treatment for chronic wounds; Gives individuals the basic food service forms to streamline billing procedures. pressure ulcers and lower extremity sanitation principles and prepares them to Prerequisite: None ulcers. Taken as the series it provides the take the Food Service Certification Exam Credit: 3 hours learner with a core group of skills. This given by the Illinois Department of Public essential knowledge benefits nurses (RN Health. HLT 063 - and LPN) and physical therapists in the Prerequisite: None Therapeutic Uses of Aromatherapy outpatient, inpatient clinic or nursing Credit: 1.5 hours IAI: None 1.6 home or home health settings. Designed to provide healthcare profession- Prerequisite: None HLT 053 als with an overview of the basics of aro- Credit: .5 hours Dental Assisting Program matherapy and the safe use of essential Prepares students for entry-level positions oils in nursing homes, healthcare and NRS 032 - for Dental Assisting and familiarizes the home environments. Physical Rehabilitation Skills: CNA student with all areas of pre-clinical dental Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.6 assisting and provides training in the pro- Credit: .5 hours Gives an understanding of the CNA’s role fessional skills required to function as an in restorative nursing and physical rehabil- assistant in the dental practice. HLT 064 itation to prepare the student for the certi- Prerequisite: None Aromatherapy for Health fication exams. (Illinois Department of Credit: 4 hours Professionals Public Aid Approved Programs, #1038.) IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None Covers aromatherapy used as a comple- Credit: 2 hours ment to the healthcare profession includ- ing a wide range of topics, from botany through organic chemistry, essential oil knowledge and massage. Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 hour 160 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L L NRS 034 - HSP 014 - HSP 022 - TS Occupational Rehabilitation Introduction to Food Production Front of the House Management CONTENTS Skills: CNA IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 An introductory course for food produc- Explores the beginning of the restaurant Gives an understanding of the CNA’s role tion in a working restaurant atmosphere. concept and enters into today’s world of INDEX in restorative nursing and occupational The primary focus is on culinary skills chain and independent operators. rehabilitation to prepare the student for which include cooking methods, terminolo- Prerequisite: None the certification exams. (Illinois gy, knife techniques, stocks and soups. Credit: 2 hours Department of Public Aid Approved Prerequisite: None Programs, #1043.) Credit: 2 hours Prerequisite: None LANGUAGE/ Credit: 2 hours HSP 015 - Food and Wine Paring COMMUNICATION NRS 038 - IAI: None 1.6 Advanced Certified Nursing Increase your ability to recommend vari- COM 012 – Assistant Skills ous parings to restaurant customers and Grant Writing 101 IAI: None 1.6 increase sales. IAI: None 1.6 Emphasis is placed on the development of Prerequisite: None For individuals or small non-profit agen- technical skills in the delivery of care to Credit: 1 hour cies interested in getting started in grant individuals across the lifespan. Minimum writing. Topics include: the basics of find- credential required to register is proof of HSP 016 - ing grants, how to identify grants you may current nursing assistant certification. Introduction to Wine be eligible to receive, the steps to writing a Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.6 grant and do’s and don’ts for effective Credit: 1-3 hours For anyone in the restaurant industry or grant writing. individuals who want to gain a greater Prerequisite: None NRS 040 - understanding of the transformation of Credit: 1 hour Basic Electrocardiogram grapes to wine. You’ll learn how to taste, IAI: None 1.6 how to make smart buys and insider’s tips COM 024 Designed to prepare the student to per- on choosing and recommending good Spanish for Business Professionals form electrocardiograms. Minimum cre- wines. IAI: None 1.6 dential required to register is proof of cur- Prerequisite: None Basic techniques for verbal and written rent nursing assistant certification. Credit: 1 hour Spanish translations will be introduced. Prerequisite: None Students will learn common vocabulary Credit: 1 hour HSP 017 - skills and phrases used in the business Wine Appreciation world to translate text from English to NRS 042 - IAI: None 1.6 Spanish and vice versa. Phlebotomy Skills For anyone in the restaurant industry or Prerequisite: Fluent in English and IAI: None 1.6 individuals who want to continue to gain a Spanish. Designed to prepare the student in routine greater understanding of various charac- Credit: 1-2 hours phlebotomy procedures. Minimum creden- teristics of wine. Prerequisite: HSP 016 tial required to register is proof of current or instructor approval COM 025 - nursing assistant certification. Credit: 1 hour Spanish for Healthcare Prerequisite: None Professionals Credit: 1 hour HSP 018 - IAI: None 1.6 Science of Mixology Designed to assist healthcare professionals NRS 044 - IAI: None 1.6 in their daily contact with Spanish-speak- Basic Respiratory Care Offers an introduction to the art of bar- ing clientele. Spanish grammar and struc- IAI: None 1.6 tending as a career including popular ture with emphasis on occupation-specific Designed to prepare the student to per- recipes; common duties, tools, jargon; vocabulary and phrases, all of which will form basic respiratory care procedures. product identification; classifications; pro- be immediately useful. Minimum credential required to register is duction and storage; glassware and gar- Prerequisite: None proof of current nursing assistant certifica- nishes; service; hygiene and sanitation; Credit: 1 hour tion. customer relations; laws and accountabili- Prerequisite: None ty. COM 027 - Credit: 1-3 hours Prerequisite: None Spanish for Food Service Credit: 2 hours Professionals IAI: None 1.6 HOSPITALITY/CAREERS HSP 020 - Designed for food service personnel in Food, Beverage and Restaurant their daily contact with Spanish-speaking Controls clientele. Spanish grammar and structure HSP 012 - with emphasis on occupation-specific Restaurant Operations IAI: None 1.6 Explores the principles of accounting as vocabulary and phrases, all of which will Management be immediately useful. IAI: None 1.6 applicable to restaurants and food and beverage operations. Prerequisite: None Explores the beginning of the restaurant Credit: .5 hour concept and enters into today’s world of Prerequisite: None chain and independent operators. Credit: 1.5 hours Prerequisite: None Credit: 2 hours
161 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L COM 032 - TECHNOLOGY MAT 032 - Business Communication Skills Strategic Management of CONTENTS IAI: None 1.6 AUT 070 – Resources Helps develop verbal and written commu- IAI: None 1.6 Certified Manufacturing Associate INDEX nication skills to enable a student’s ability IAI: None 1.6 Explores the relationship of existing and to develop interpersonal understanding, Provides the necessary skills for an indi- emerging processes and technologies to solve problems and persuade, motivate, vidual to enter entry-level employment in a manufacturing strategy and supply chain- and display leadership qualities. manufacturing environment at an entry related functions. The course addresses Prerequisite: None level. Upon completion, the student will be three main topics: aligning resources with Credit: .5-1.5 hours prepared for on the job training in a specif- the strategic plan, configuring and inte- ic area or may choose to enter a certificate grating operating processes to support the FOR 024 - or degree program for advancement to a strategic plan, and implementing change. Spanish For Educators I and II technician level position. Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None Credit: 1-2 hours Designed to enable educators and school Credit: 6 hours personnel to communicate in Spanish with MAT 033 - Spanish-speaking students and their par- BCT 048 Detailed Scheduling and Planning ents. Introduction to Autocad 3-D IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.6 Will focus on the various techniques for Credit: .5 - 2 hours An introduction to the world of 3d model- material and capacity scheduling, detailed ing with a focus on 3d in Autocad. A broad descriptions of material requirements plan- FOR 025 - overview of other 3d programs, as well as a ning (MRP), capacity requirements plan- Spanish For Bankers brief introduction into 3d animation will be ning (CRP), inventory management prac- IAI: None 1.6 covered. tices, and procurement and supplier plan- Designed to enable customer contact staff Prerequisite: Basic to advanced comput- ning. in the banking industry to communicate in er skills and a thorough command of Prerequisite: None Spanish with Spanish-speaking customers. autocad, including the pline command. Credit: 1.5 hours Prerequisite: None Credit: .1 hour Credit: 1 hour MAT 035 - BCT 085 Execution and Control of FOR 029 - Building Operator Certification Operations Spanish For Educators III Program IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Focuses on prioritizing and sequencing Designed as a review of basic Spanish lan- Certification is competency-based and work, executing work plans and imple- guage concepts with emphasis on commu- emphasizes energy-efficient building main- menting controls, reporting activity nication in Spanish between educators and tenance practices. results, providing feedback on perform- Spanish-speaking students and their parents. Prerequisite: Nina ance, techniques for scheduling and con- Prerequisite: Spanish for Credit: .3.5 hours trolling production processes, the execu- Educators I & II. tion of quality initiatives and continuous Credit: 1 - 2 hours BCT 090 improvement plans, and the control and Commercial Construction handling of inventories. Blueprint Reading Prerequisite: None MATH/CAREERS IAI: None 1.6 Credit: 1-2 hours An all inclusive blueprint interpretation MTH 010 - and methodology course. Emphasis is on MAT 036 - Math Review developing a broad knowledge in reading Supply Chain Management IAI: None 1.6 structural blueprints and specifications IAI: None 1.6 Gives students a practical review of basic used in commercial construction. This Explores the basic concepts of managing mathematical principles including frac- course covers wood frame, concrete, the flow of materials in a supply chain. tions, decimals, percents, and application masonry, and steel frame structures. Elements of the Supply Chain, Just-In- of these basics to practical problems. Students complete a trade competency Time (JIT), Total Quality Management Prerequisite: None exam at the end of each unit. (TQM), Manufacturing Resources Planning Credit: 1-2 hours Prerequisite: None (MRP II), Demand Planning and Capacity Credit: 1-3 hours Management are included. MTH 011 - Prerequisite: None Algebra Review MAT 031 - Credit: 1-2 hours IAI: None 1.6 Master Planning Designed for those who have previously IAI: None 1.6 MAT 038 - taken high school algebra but would like to Explores the processes used to develop Identifying and Creating Demand review before continuing with other math- sales and operations plans and identifying IAI: None 1.6 ematics courses. and assessing internal and external Presents the strategies and tactics that Prerequisite: None demand and forecasting requirements. The identify, define, and quantify customer Credit: 1-2 hours course focuses on the importance of pro- wants and needs and demonstrates how to ducing achievable master schedules that translate requirements into value-added are consistent with business policies, products and services. objectives, and resource constraints. Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Credit: 1.5 hours Credit: 1-2 hours
162 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L L MAT 040 - MAT 050 - MEC 009 - TS Fundamentals of Planning Integrated Enterprise Management Small Gas Engine Maintenance CONTENTS IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 and Repair An entry-level course for those who wish Applies strategic thinking to enterprise- IAI: None 1.6 to continue in the CPIM and CIRM pro- wide issues, such as integration of individ- Covers theory, maintenance, and repair of INDEX grams. This course introduces participants uals within teams, functions and the enter- two-and four-cycle small gas engines. to the principles of effective planning and prise and the evolution of an enterprise Prerequisite: None presents the concepts of planning at each within its environment and over time. Credit: 2 hours level, from strategic to tactical. Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Credit: 1.5 hours MEC 023 - Credit: 2 hours Electricity in the Home II MAT 052 - IAI: None 1.6 MAT 042 - Fundamentals of Operations An advanced course about electrical wiring Fundamentals of Manufacturing Management in the home. The primary focus is about Control IAI: None 1.6 safe electrical wiring techniques, with an IAI: None 1.6 Explores the design of systems that pro- emphasis on the National Electrical Code. Explores priority and capacity manage- duce goods and services and the operation Prerequisite: None ment through the use of Material of those systems. Credit: 2 hours Requirements Planning (MRP), Capacity Prerequisite: None Management, Capacity Requirements Credit: 2 hours MEC 030 - Planning (CRP), and Just-in-Time (JIT). Electricity in the Home I This course explores the execution of the MAT 054 - IAI: None 1.6 production plan and master production Fundamentals of Inventory Control Designed to introduce the homeowner to schedule, reactions to capacity constraints IAI: None 1.6 methods of working with electricity and and maintenance of individual order con- Introduction to essential vocabulary and electrical devices in the home. Students trol. skills in identifying and applying the basic will learn basic electrical theory, electrical Prerequisite: None principles of inventory management. Basic safety and common home wiring methods. Credit: 2 hours methods of planning and controlling inven- Prerequisite: None tory in manufacturing, institutional, distri- Credit: 2 hours MAT 044 - bution and retail environments are cov- Enterprise Concepts and ered. MEC 045 - Fundamentals Prerequisite: None Basic Welding IAI: None 1.6 Credit: 2 hours IAI: None 1.6 Introduces the strategic fundamentals of Covers the theory of operation, oxyfuel the value-driven enterprise, the manage- MAT 056 - welding (OFW), oxyfuel cutting (OFC) and ment concepts of organizational design Certified Supply Chain shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) in the and structure and the basic business Professional flat position. processes that will be covered in the CIRM IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None curriculum. The CSCP program is a new industry edu- Credit: 1.5 hours Prerequisite: None cational and certification program that Credit: 1.5 hours takes a broad view of the supply chain MEC 046 - management field. The CSCP examination Intermediate Welding MAT 046 - is available to individuals who have rele- IAI: None 1.6 Designing Products and Processes vant work experience and education. A continuation of Basic Welding, with IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree ore emphasis on improving welding skills with Examines the systems, approaches and equivalent, plus two years of relative gas and electric welders. strategies used by an enterprise to convert business experience or CPIM, CFPIM, Prerequisite: None a need or innovation into a product, CIRM or CPM designation plus two Credit: 1-2 hours process or service that meets the expecta- years of relative business experience or tions of both the enterprise and the cus- five years of relative business experi- MEC 051 - tomer. The designing products and ence. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning processes module examines the activities Credit: 1.5 hours IAI: None 1.6 in the design process, which include Covers the principles of construction, organizing and defining the design team, ISH 024 - operation, and repair of home and com- determining the resources needed, identi- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry mercial refrigeration and air conditioning fying the work to be done and the antici- IAI: None 1.6 units. Emphasis will be placed on opera- pated output from the work, doing the Provides students with an understanding tion and maintenance procedures. actual work and measuring the results. of the minimum OSHA requirements. Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Students will review the requirements of Credit: 1.5 hours Credit: 1.5 hours the OSHA 300 log, safety plans and general recordkeeping requirements. OSHA certifi- MEC 052 - MAT 048 - cation cards will be issued upon successful Basic Air Conditioning and Delivering Products and Services completion. Refrigeration Electrical Systems IAI: None 1.6 Prerequisite: None IAI: None 1.6 Expands on the concept of the value-driv- Credit: 2 hours Covers the basic electrical power and con- en enterprise, which was introduced in the trol circuits related to domestic refrigera- Enterprise Concepts and Fundamentals tion systems. Emphasis will be placed on module. Learn how to integrate an enter- electrical theory, circuit interpretation and prise’s system, approaches and strategies use of related test equipment. to make the transition from concept to Prerequisite: None product and from customer expectation to Credit: 1 hour product delivery. Prerequisite: None Credit: 1.5 hours 163 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L MEC 054 - Important information: AUT 010 - Advanced Refrigeration and All courses in this program are for continu- CNC Lathes - Setup and Operation CONTENTS Air Conditioning ing education, certificate credit. A certifi- IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 cate may be acquired after successful com- CNC Lathe-Setup and Operation develops A continuation of MEC 052. pletion of five core courses for a minimum knowledge and application to setup and INDEX Prerequisite: MEC 052 or 12.5 credit hours. operate CNC lathes and turning centers. Credit: 1.5 hours Topics include: CNC terminology, Cartesian Program contact: coordinate systems, G and M codes and MEC 061 - Division of Engineering & Technology, other word formats and basic setup tech- Blueprint Reading (815) 921-3050. niques. Students will learn to do complete IAI: None 1.6 setups and first piece part operation. Covers the principles of blueprint interpre- CNC Machinist/Turning Prerequisite: None tation, terminology, and symbols. Certificate #6110 Credit: 2.5 hours Prerequisite: None AUT 005 Blueprint Reading and Credit: 1.5 hours Measurement (2.5) or AUT 012 - AUT 026 Precision Measurement for CNC Mills - Setup and Operation Machinists (on-line)(2.5) IAI: None 1.6 RVCSKILLS CNC Mills-Setup and Operation develops AUT 010 CNC Lathes Setup knowledge and application to setup and CERTIFICATES andOperation (2.5) operate CNC mills and machining centers. AUT 014 CNC Lathes Topics include: CNC terminology, Cartesian The certificate programs offered Programming (2.5) coordinate system, G and M codes and below are not transferable toward Prerequisite: None other word formats and basic setup tech- a degree and do not require Credit: Total=7.5 hours niques. Students will perform a complete entrance exams or tests. RVC setup and first piece part operation. Prerequisite: None Skills Certificates are designed for CNC Machinist/Milling Certificate #6120 Credit: 1-3 hours students who want to upgrade AUT 005 Blueprint Reading their skills in technology and and Measurement(2.5) or AUT 014 - vocational areas. They offer sever- AUT 026 Precision Measurement for CNC Lathe Programming al advantages that include pro- Machinists (on-line)(2.5) IAI: None 1.6 CNC Lathe-Programming develops a basic viding employability skills and AUT 012 CNC Mills Setup understanding of CNC G and M code pro- credibility to prospective employ- andOperation (2.5) gramming for lathes and turning centers. ers; employer knowledge of a AUT 016 CNC Mills Topics include: G and M codes and other potential employee’s skill level for Programming (2.5) word formats, Cartesian coordinate sys- streamlined placement into selec- Prerequisite: None tem, and shop math used to calculate Credit: Total=7.5 hours angles and radii for machine programming. tive positions; short-term training Students will write a simple turning center options for students who are not Mini-Certificates: CNC Machining program upon completion of course. pursuing a degree program; or Certificate #6116 Prerequisite: None personal accomplishment. AUT 010 2.5 Credit: 2.5 hours AUT 012 2.5 AUT 014 2.5 AUT 016 - AUTOMATION AUT 016 2.5 CNC Mill Programming AUT 020 2.0 IAI: None 1.6 SKILLS Prerequisite: None CNC Mills-Programming develops a basic CNCMACHINIST Credit: Total=12 hours understanding of CNC G and M code pro- gramming for mills and other word for- AUT 005 - mats, Cartesian coordinate system, and Non-transfer Certificates Blueprint Reading and shop math used to calculate angles and #6110, 6116 & 6120 Measurement radii for machine programming. Students IAI: None 1.6 will write a simple machining center pro- Program overview Blueprint Reading and Measurement intro- gram upon completion of course. Provides entry-level training and develops duces the practices and principles of read- Prerequisite: None job-based skills for setup and operation of ing industrial blueprints and applied shop Credit: 2.5 hours sophisticated computer numerical control math in conjunction with measuring instru- (CNC) machine tools with emphasis on ments. Instruments include: rules, microm- safety, productivity and quality. Each pro- eters, dial calipers, depth micrometers and gram consists of a series of classes taught indicators. Students measure machined by industry professionals. parts and apply blueprints to verify quality. Prerequisite: None Work and employment Credit: 2.5 hours Graduates are prepared to perform tasks in a manufacturing production environment relat- ed to CNC machine set-up and operation.
164 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L L AUT 020 - AUT 065 - MNT 073 - TS Introduction to Tooling Introduction to CAM for Vertical and Overhead Welding CONTENTS IAI: None 1.6 Machinists IAI: None 1.6 Introduction to Tooling explores the selec- IAI: None 1.6 Extends the development of arc and oxy- tion and use of various tools for CNC turn- Introduces students to the basics of using acetylene welding skills including oxy- INDEX ing and machine centers, Milling tools and a computer aided manufacturing software acetylene cutting equipment and applica- topics include: drills, taps, reamers, boring for the creation of G-code programs. tions, arc and carbon arc cutting; solder- bars, end mills, face mills, tool geometry, Prerequisite: None ing, brazing, inspection and testing of tool selection, feeds and speed for machin- Credit: 2.5 hours weldments; metal identification; and weld- ing centers. Turning tools and topics ing in vertical and overhead positions. include: tool holders, insert geometry, Prerequisite: None grades, selection, single point threading INDUSTRIAL Credit: 1-3 hours tools, groove and cutoff tools, positive and negative rake angles and fee and speed MAINTENANCE MNT 075 - calculations for workplace materials. NON-TRANSFER Welding - GTAW (TIG) Prerequisite: None CERTIFICATE #6149 IAI: None 1.6 Credit: 2 hours Teaches an understanding and acquiring of The Industrial Maintenance pro- manipulative skills needed with inert arc AUT 026 - welding equipment. Precision Measurement for gram has been designed to give Prerequisite: None Machinists maintenance employees basic Credit: 2.5 hours IAI: None 1.6 knowledge in a variety of fields. Designed to teach students how to meas- Graduates of this program are MNT 076 - ure with accuracy using thirty-five instru- prepared for entry-level facility Welding - GMAW (MIG) ments including steel rulers, micrometers, IAI: None 1.6 dial calipers, CMMs and more. Students maintenance and/or service tech- Gives an understanding and acquiring of may choose inch, metric or both systems nician positions within manu- manipulative skills needed with gas metal of measurement. facturing and industrial organi- arc welding. Prerequisite: None zations. A certificate may be Prerequisite: None Credit: : 2.5 hours acquired after the successful com- Credit: 2.5 hours AUT 027 - pletion of 24 hours of any combi- MNT 084 - Mastering CNC Machine Centers nation of courses in this pro- Air Conditioning IAI: None 1.6 gram. All courses and certificates IAI: None 1.6 Designed to improve existing machinists or in this program are non-transfer- Studies the basic application of air condi- develop new set up operations to higher able toward a degree. Contact the tioning equipment to business and indus- levels of skill. Various models of machines try facilities. will be simulated including Fanuc, Haas, Division of Technical Programs Prerequisite: None Okum and Mazak CNC controls. at (815) 921-3003. Credit: 1-3 hours Prerequisite: None Credit: : 2.5 hours MNT 059 - MNT 089 - Essentials of Drafting Basic Heating and Refrigeration AUT 028- IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 Mastering CNC Machine Centers Introduces blueprint reading and drafting Studies the application, operation and IAI: None 1.6 including class exercises in interpreting troubleshooting of heating and refrigera- Designed to identify the brands and mod- lines and view positions found on prints, tion systems. els of control including the four most wide- use of drawing tools, simple geometric Prerequisite: None ly used brands, Fanuc, Haas, Mazak and construction, fundamentals of orthograph- Credit: 1-4 hours Okuma and the basic operating principles ic construction, English and metric meas- of a CNC lathe. urement, scale and precision dual dimen- MNT 095 - Prerequisite: None sioning of drawings. Machine Maintenance and Credit: : 2.5 hours Prerequisite: None Troubleshooting II Credit: 2 hours IAI: None 1.6 AUT 060 - A continuation of MNT 080. The student Introduction to AutoCAD MNT 072 - will examine various installations of IAI: None 1.6 Flat and Horizontal Welding machine components and learn their Introduction to AutoCAD provides basic IAI: None 1.6 required maintenance. knowledge and application of AutoCAD Covers basic welding fundamentals relative Prerequisite: MNT 080 software for computer-aided mechanical to arc and oxy-acetylene welding equip- Credit: 3.5 hours design, including commands and tech- ment and procedures. niques necessary to produce a drawing. Prerequisite: None This course is specifically designed for stu- Credit: 2.5 hours dents of industry or trades with little or no previous CAD experience, intended for students developing AutoCAD skills and not currently pursuing an A.A.S. degree in AMT, BCT or CDT. Prerequisite: None Credit: 1.5 hours
165 2009 – 2011 Catalog COMMUNITYOUTREACH L L INTEGRATEDSYSTEMS IST 004 - IST 010 - Electrical Control Circuits II Pneumatics for the Integrated CONTENTS TECHNOLOGYPROGRAM IAI: None 1.6 Systems Technologist A continuation of IST 003. Topics of cover- IAI: None 1.6 The Integrated Systems age include control transformers, ladder An introductory course for individuals INDEX Technology program has been logic, on/off delay timers, three phase AC, requiring knowledge of pneumatic compo- designed to cross-train individu- motor control and overload protection. nents and systems. Topics studied include als in electrical, electronic, Prerequisite: IST 003 or consent of pneumatic schematics, flow control valves, instructor. directional control valves, check valves, hydraulic, pneumatic and Credit: 3 hours speed control, single/double-acting cylin- mechanical systems. Students ders, air filtration and lubrication. completing the program acquire IST 005 – Prerequisite: None entry-level knowledge necessary Introduction to Electrical Control Credit: 3 hours to operate, troubleshoot and Panel Wiring IAI: None 1.6 maintain equipment/systems IST 012 - Provides a formal discussion about the Hydraulics for the Integrated involving a blend of electrical procedures and processes necessary to Systems Technologist and mechanical components typ- wire electrical control panels containing IAI: None 1.6 ical to facilities operations, man- electrical equipment operating at different An introductory course for individuals ufacturing support, maintenance voltages. Topics studied include panel requiring knowledge of hydraulic compo- types, determining number of wires need- nents and systems. Topics studied include and/or industrial service organi- ed, wire color coding, wire termination, Pascal’s Law, hydraulic schematic symbols, zations. Certificates of comple- wire splicing, and bundling methods. flow control valves, directional control tion are awarded to participants Prerequisite: IST 004 valves, single/double-acting cylinders, successfully completing courses. Credit: 2 hours relief valves, motors and pumps. Some courses have prerequi- Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 hours site(s). For more information, IST 006 - Introduction to Programming the contact the Division of Technical Allen-Bradley SLC 500 Series IST 020 - Programs at Programmable Logic Controller Special Topics in Integrated (815) 921-3000. (PLC) Systems Technology IAI: None 1.6 IAI: None 1.6 IST 002 - Familiarizes students with the purpose of Allows the study of advanced topics per- Introduction to Integrated PLCs and how they operate. Topics of cov- taining to Integrated Systems Technology. Systems Technology erage include interfacing input/output The student will submit a topic proposal IAI: None 1.6 devices, understanding relay ladder logic for review and approval. In the proposal, Introduction to Integrated Systems diagrams, development of programs, and the student will identify the objectives to Technology (IST) provides an overview of troubleshooting. be used for outcome assessment. Exact the core technologies studied in the IST Prerequisite: IST 004 or consent of course requirements are based on topics program. This overview is ideal for individ- instructor. under study. This course can be repeated uals requiring minimal technical coverage Credit: 3 hours three times. of electricity, hydraulics, pneumatics and Prerequisite: None mechanical systems. Emphasis is placed on IST 007 - Credit: 1-6 hours general working knowledge of principles, Programmable Logic Controllers II rather than detailed technical analysis and IAI: None 1.6 calculations. A continuation of IST 006 that will help Prerequisite: None students improve their understanding of Credit: 2 hours the operation of the Allen-Bradley SLC 500 PLC by learning more about the instruc- IST 003 - tion set used by these logic controllers. Introduction to Electrical Control Topics of coverage include latch/unlatch Circuits coils, comparison instructions, math IAI: None 1.6 instructions, data handling, and program An introductory course focusing on elec- flow. tricity and elementary electrical circuits. Prerequisite: IST 006 or consent of Students completing this course will instructor. understand the fundamentals of electricity, Credit: 3 hours basic electrical circuits, schematic sym- bols, Ohm’s Law, and series/parallel/combination circuits. Prerequisite: None Credit: 3 hours
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L TS 2009 – 2011 Catalog ADMINISTRATIONANDACADEMICAFFAIRS L L Anderson, Carol S. B.S., Ball State University Administration CONTENTS M.A., Ball State University Dr. Jack Becherer Professor, Mathematics President Academic Chair, Mathematics INDEX B.S., University of Missouri - Columbia M.S., University of Missouri - Columbia Bacino-Thiessen, Michelle Ed.D., College of William & Mary A.A., Rock Valley College B.A., Eastern Illinois University Suzanne Berger M.A., Eastern Illinois University Vice President of Institutional Advancement Assistant Professor, Speech Executive Vice President: Foundation B.A., Western Illinois University Baker, Marie M.A., Western Illinois University A.A.S., Rock Valley College B.S.N., University of Dubuque Amy Diaz M.S., Northern Illinois University Associate Vice President of Student Development Associate Professor, Nursing B.A., University of Iowa M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University Ballard, Caroline K. B.A., Duke University Chuck Martin M.A., University of Wisconsin – Madison Managing Director Ph.D., Northern Illinois University Human Resources Services Associate Professor, Biology B.S., Eastern Illinois University M.B.A., Lindenwood University Beert, Michael C. B.M., Roosevelt University Michael D. Mastroianni M.M., Roosevelt University Associate Vice President of Outreach & Planning Professor, Music A.A., Rock Valley College Academic Chair, Art, Humanities, Music, and B.A., Rockford College Modern Language M.A., Rockford College Benham, Robert V. Dr. Diane Nyhammer B.S., Southeast Missouri State University Vice President of Academic Affairs M.A., Southeast Missouri State University Chief Academic Officer Professor, English B.A., Barat College M.A., Northern Illinois University Benney, Amanda Ph.D., Loyola University A.A., Rock Valley College B.A., Northern Illinois University Sam E. Overton Jr. M.A., Northern Illinois University Vice President of Administrative Services Assistant Professor, Speech B.S., Eastern Illinois University Academic Chair, Speech C.P.A., Certificate Best, Miranda Greg D. Wear B.S., Northern Illinois University Dean of the College M.S., Northern Illinois University B.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, Nursing M.S., Northern Illinois University Academic Chair, Practical Nursing
Betts, Robert R. A.A., Richland Community College ACADEMICAFFAIRSFACULTY B.A., Northern Illinois University M.S., Illinois State University Abney, Deb Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison B.S.E., Central Missouri State University Professor, Speech M.A., Central Missouri State University Associate Professor, English Billman, Charles L., Jr. A.A.S., Rock Valley College Aden, Ross B.S., Parks College-St. Louis University B.A., Carthage College M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University M.Th., University of Chicago M.S., Northern Illinois University D.Mn., University of Chicago F.A.A.,Certified A and P, A.I., D.M.E. Associate Professor, Philosophy Professor, Aviation Maintenance Technology Academic Chair, Philosophy Blake, Penelope A. Alfe, Lori A. B.A., Carthage College B.A., Rockford College M.A., Northern Illinois University M.A., University of Illinois Ph.D., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, English Professor, Humanities and Fine Arts
Almy, Kathleen L. Blaski, Karin A.S., John A. Logan College B.S., Millikin University B.S., Southern Illinois University at Carbondale M.B.A., Indiana University M.S., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, Business/Computers and Assistant Professor, Mathematics Information Systems
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Cooper, Sharon Etminan, Jalil (Joe) B.A., Purdue University B.S., University of Iowa B.S., Alabama Agricultural and TS CONTENTS M.A.Ed., Ball State University M.B.A., Rockford College Mechanical University Associate Dean, Success/ Associate Professor, M.S., Alabama Agricultural and Testing Center Business/Computers and Mechanical University INDEX Interim Dean, Composition and Information Systems M.S., Northern Illinois University Literature, Child Care, Professor, Engineering and Education, Speech Courtney-Leyba, Karen Technology B.A., Northwestern University Calvagna, Frank M.S., Northwestern University Fagan, Marian A.S., Rock Valley College M.A., The Catholic University of B.S., University of Wisconsin - B.S., Northern Illinois University America Stevens Point Ph.D., Northern Illinois University Ph.D., Northern Illinois University M.S., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, Chemistry Associate Professor, English Professor/Academic Chair, Child Academic Chair, Physical Science Care and Development Crane, Jerome E. Calvette, Barbara B.S., Northern Arizona University Fay, Leslie RN, St. Anthony School of Nursing M.A., Northern Arizona University A.B., Augustana College B.A., Ottawa University M.Ed., Northern Arizona University M.S., University of Iowa M.S., Ottawa University Associate Professor, Sociology Ph.D., Michigan State University Instructor, Nursing Instructional Specialist, Life Culhane, Mark R. Science Carlson, Mary C. 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Franklin Services Coordinator M.S., Northern Illinois University B.A., Millikin University Professor, Mathematics M.A., University of Illinois Eckstaine, Kaye M.S., University of Illinois Diploma, RN, Rapid Coty Regional Frantz, Lyle Professor, English and Hospital School of Nursing B.A., University of Illinois Journalism B.S.N., Dakota State University M.A., Northern Illinois University Clinical Skills Faculty, Nursing Professor, Engineering and Commisso, Melissa Technology A.S., Sauk Valley Community College Emerson, Sylvia B.A., Northern Illinois University B.B.A., Iowa State University Friberg, Jay B. M.A., Northern Illinois University M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University B.S., Northern Illinois University Instructor, Psychology M.S., Northern Illinois University M.S., Northern Illinois University Professor, Business/Computers Associate Professor, Conley, James M. and Information Systems Botany/Biology B.S., Northern Illinois University M.S., Northern Illinois University Professor, Business/Computers 169 and Information Systems 2009 – 2011 Catalog ADMINISTRATIONANDACADEMICAFFAIRS L L Fustin, Scott Haverly, Joseph E. Johnson, Ann S. A.A., Rock Valley College B.A., Blackburn University A.S., Rock Valley College CONTENTS B.F.A., Northern Illinois University M.S., Washington State University A.A.S., Rock Valley College M.S., University of Phoenix Associate Professor, Biology B.S., Cardinal Stritch University Assistant Professor, Graphic Arts M.S., Concordia University INDEX Technology Henert, Shaine Professor, Business/Computers Engineering and Technology A.S., Sauk Valley College and Information Systems B.S., Illinois State University Gardner, Scott M.S., Michigan State University Kelley, Michael S. 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M.B.A., Concordia University of B.S., Winona State University Knodle, Russell Wisconsin M.S., University of Wisconsin-Eau C.M.A.T., L1 Ph.D., Capella University Claire Associate Professor, Automotive Instructor, Business/Computers Associate Professor, Biology Service Technology and Information Systems Hergert, Rodger S. Knutson, Holly Gilbert, Theresa Paulette B.S., Jacksonville University B.S., University of Iowa B.A., Illinois Wesleyan University M.S., University of Wisconsin - M.S., Capella University M.A., Stanford University Milwaukee Associate Professor, Dental Professor, English Professor, Mathematics Hygiene Academic Chair, Composition and Literature Hernandez, George Koenig, Diane B.S., University of Illinois B.S., Illinois State University Gocken, Richard M.A., University of Illinois at M.S., Northern Illinois University A.A.S., Rock Valley College Chicago Professor, Mathematics B.S., Southern Illinois University- Ph.D., University of Illinois at Carbondale Chicago Konkol, Charles B., Jr. M.S., Southern Illinois University- Associate Professor, Psychology B.A. Central Bible College Carbondale M.S. 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Professor, Geology M.S., Northern Illinois University B.A., Wartburg College M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University M.Ed., National Louis University Guo, Tao Instructional Specialist, Life Instructor, Education B.S., Beijing University of Chemistry Sciences and Technology, China Laprade, Paul M.S., University of Iowa Jamont, John A. B.A., Rhode Island College Professor, Mathematics A.S., Rock Valley College M.A., University of Rochester A.A.S., Rock Valley College Eastman School of Music Hatten, Timothy L. Coordinator, Integrated Systems M.Ed., Rider University, A.S., Wabash Valley College Technology Westminster Choir College B.S., Quincy University M.M., Rider University, Westminster B.A., Quincy University Choir College M.S., Mississippi State University Ph.D., University of Rochester Ph.D., University of Mississippi Eastman School of Music Professor, Fitness, Wellness and Sport Associate Professor, Music 170 Academic Chair, NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist NSCA Certified Personal Trainer 2009 – 2011 Catalog ADMINISTRATIONANDACADEMICAFFAIRS L L L Lawson, Bill J. McCombs, Paul M. Pace, John B.S., Western Illinois University A.A., Community College of USAF A.A.S., St. Louis Community College TS CONTENTS M.E., University of Illinois B.S., Appalachian State University B.S., Southern Illinois University- Professor, Engineering and M.S., Kansas State University Carbondale Technology Associate Professor, Mathematics Instructor/Academic Chair, INDEX Respiratory Care Program Lay, Robert McCord, Stanley E. B.S., Northern Illinois University A.A.S., Rock Valley College Palmer, Dennis O. M.S., Northern Illinois University CPA Coordinator, Engineering and C.M.A.T., L1, C.A.A.T. Associate Professor, Technology Associate Professor, Automotive Business/Computers and Technology Information Systems McHugh, Evan B.A., University of Northern Pantaleo, Lea Leden, Lisa A. Colorado B.S., Northern Illinois University B.S., Eastern Illinois University M.S., University of Southern M.S., Northern Illinois University M.S., Northern Illinois University Colorado Instructor, Life Science Assistant Professor, Biology Ph.D., Colorado State University Associate Dean, Sciences Paslick, Cassi R. Liss, Rachel E. B.S., University of Michigan B.S., Western Illinois University Meena, William A. M.S., University of Michigan M.S., Western Illinois University B.S., Wheaton College Ph.D., University of Michigan Associate Professor, Biology M.S., Wayne State University Professor, Geology Associate Professor, Chemistry Lombardo, Thomas Pataki, Leah A.A.S., Jamestown Community Meingast, Wolfram B.S., Indiana State University College B.S., Michigan State University M.S., Western Michigan University B.T., State University of New York M.S., Cardinal Stritch University Educational Specialist/Athletic M.S., State University of New York P.E. Certificate Trainer Professor, Engineering and Associate Professor, Engineering Fitness, Wellness and Sport Technology and Technology Peterson, Lori B. Lundgren, Lois H. Merriman, M. Michael A.A.S., Northeast Iowa Technical B.S., Northern Illinois University A.A.S., Rock Valley College Institute M.S., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, Welding B.S.N., Northern Illinois University Associate Dean, Nursing Programs M.S., University of Illinois at Messley, Karen E. Chicago Madama, Vincent C., Jr. B.A., DePauw University Ed.D., Northern Illinois University A.A., Bowling Green State University M.A., Drake University Professor, Nursing B.S., Ohio State University Professor, Biology M.Ed., University of Illinois Pink, David Associate Dean, Allied Health and Miller, Michael L. B.A., Minnesota State University Human Services A.A.S., Southern Illinois University M.A., University of Minnesota B.S., Southern Illinois University Ph.D., University of Minnesota Malone, Paula D. 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Associate Professor, English B.S., Northern Illinois University Maneval, Mark Ph.D., Northern Illinois University Ph.D., University of California at B.S., Angelo State University Davis M.A.T., Angelo State University Moss, Jaqueline Professor, Biology Ph.D., Texas A & M University A.A.S., Rock Valley College Associate Dean, Fitness, Wellness B.S., Cardinal Stritch University Rinker, Cheryl and Sport Instructor, Respiratory Care B.A., University of Illinois MAT, Rockford College Mawyer, Robert A. Napper, Ronald Assistant Professor, Success Center B.A., Illinois Wesleyan B.S., Illinois State University M.A., University of Richmond M.A., Eastern Illinois University Rippentrop, Diana K. Instructor, English Instructor, Mathematics A.S., Rock Valley College B.S., Illinois State University Maxson, Christine Navickis, Marie Associate Professor, Mathematics B.S., Aurora University A.S., Rock Valley College M.S., University of Illinois-Chicago B.S.D.H., University of Iowa Rittenhouse, Cherri Instructor, Nursing Assistant Professor/ B.F.A., Rockford College Academic Chair, Dental Hygiene M.F.A., Northern Illinois University McCaskill, Stacy Professor, Art B.A., Cedarville University Nelson, Charles E. M.B.A., Thunderbird-The Garvin B.S., Austin Peay State University Robertson, Karen School of International Management M.S., Northern Illinois University AAS, Thomas Nelson Community M.A., The University of St. Thomas Professor, Business/Computers College Instructor, Business/Computers and Information Systems/ B.S., University of Phoenix and Information Systems M.S., University of Phoenix Instructor, Nursing McClelland, Lora B.S., Mennonite College M.S., University of Illinois at Chicago 171 Assistant Professor, Nursing 2009 – 2011 Catalog ADMINISTRATIONANDACADEMICAFFAIRS L L Ross, David L. Shelton, Brian L. Storm, Ellen B.A., Miami University B.A., University of Findlay B.S.N., Northwestern University CONTENTS M.A., Ball State University M.A., Northern Illinois University Clinical Skills Faculty, Nursing Associate Professor, Speech Assistant Professor/Academic Chair of Mass Communication Swanson, Sheryl INDEX Ross, Richard E. B.S., St. Anthony College of Nursing B.A., Augustana College Sherwood, Jim M.S., University of St. Francis M.S., Northern Illinois University A.S., Coffeyville Community College Instructor, Nursing M.S., University of Wisconsin B.S., Emporia State University Academic Chair, Nursing Aide Ph.D., University of Wisconsin Sports Coordinator/Head Coach Associate Professor, Fitness, Wellness and Sport Szterensus, Cristina Physics/Astronomy B.A., INSP/J.V. Gonzalez/Argentina Sicotte, Charles L. M.A., Northern Illinois University Rotert, Michelle M. B.S., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, Spanish B.S., Black Hills State College M.A., Northern Illinois University Ph.D., University of Iowa Associate Professor, Economics Thompson, Steve Professor, Philosophy B.A., Macalester College Sides, Molly M.A., University of Wisconsin Rottman, April L. 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Assistant Professor, Business/Computers and B.A., Illinois College Business/Computers and Information Systems M.A., Illinois State University Information Systems Associate Professor/Academic Ventimiglia, Elvira B. Chair, Human Services Program Soltys, Donna J. B.A., University of Illinois at Chicago A.A., Rock Valley College Associate Professor, Spanish Russo, Elizabeth B.S., Northern Illinois University B.S., University of Illinois Instructor, Success Center Vincent, Matthew R. M.S., University of Southern B.F.A., Rockford College California Song, Yilou M.F.A., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, Biology B.E., Zhengzhou University Associate Professor, Art M.S., University of Massachusetts Samsel, Diane MLIS, McGill University Walters, Mary L. B.S., Southern Illinois University Faculty, Systems Librarian B.S., Northern Illinois University M.S., Southern Illinois University M.S., Northern Illinois University Associate Professor, Dental Hygiene Spears, Linda M. Associate Professor, Nursing A.A., Rock Valley College Scarpaci, William J. B.A., Rockford College Walters, William R. B.A., Bradley University M.A.T., Rockford College B.B.L., Ozark Christian College B.A., Rockford College Associate Professor, Mathematics M.A., Fort Hays State University M.A., Speech; M.A., English, Professor, English Northern Illinois University Squier, Steven E. Ph.D., Hamilton University B.A., Millikin University Warren, B. Jeremy Professor, Humanities, Speech M.S., Iowa State University B.A., Beloit College Associate Professor, Chemistry M.B.A., Columbia Southern Schildgen, Julie A. University B.S., Bowling Green State University Staupe, Benjamin J. Sports Coordinator & Head Coach M.A., Ohio State University B.S., University of Wisconsin- Fitness, Wellness & Sport Associate Professor, Graphic Arts LaCrosse Technology, Engineering and M.S., University of Wisconsin- Welden, Michael G. Technology LaCrosse B.S., University of Illinois Educational Specialist/Head Coach M.S., University of Illinois Schilf, Robert Fitness, Wellness & Sport Professor, Mathematics B.S., National Louis University M.A., National Louis University Stein, Kenneth Whittington, Ed Ph.D., Capella University B.M., Northern Illinois University A.A.S., Rock Valley College Instructor, Psychology M.M., Northern Illinois University B.S., Southern Illinois University Associate Professor, Music Coordinator, Fire Science Schulz, Ronald M. Program B.S., Southern Illinois University Stenson, Lee M.A., Southern Illinois University B.S., Metropolitan State College Widder, Ruth Associate Dean, Technical Programs M.B.A., University of Colorado B.S., Grand Valley State College F.A.A., Certified A and P M.S., Marquette University Shaw, Kerri Associate Professor, Aviation Assistant Professor, Nursing B.A., Northern Illinois University Maintenance Technology M.A., Northern Illinois University Wolf, Barry C. 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DiPuma-Gonzalez, Lisa STUDENTDEVELOPMENT B.A., University of Arizona Bachelor’s of Journalism and TS CONTENTS Instructor, Success Center B.A., University of Missouri Almonaci, Oscar Coordinator, English as a Second B.A., Rockford College Wong, Steve Language, Adult ED Academic Advisor INDEX A.A., Rock Valley College Fransen, Steve B.S., Northern Illinois University B.S., Rockford College Caruthers, Milana M.S., Northwestern University Adult Education Counselor/ B.A., Northern Illinois University Professor, Business/Computers GED Coordinator Coordinator, Financial Aid and and Information Systems Scholarships Lawson, Gary Youngblood, Michael B.S., Illinois State University Cooke, Audra B.S., Northern Illinois University M.A., Central Michigan University B.A., Roger Williams University M.A., Northern Illinois University Director, Office of Employment & M.Ed., Providence College Ph.D. Northern Illinois University Grants Coordinator, First Year Professor, Economics Experience Programs Interim Associate Dean, Art, Lewis, Tammy Delgado, Arthur Humanities, Mass BSW, Illinois State A.A., Rock Valley College Communication, Modern MSW, Aurora University B.A., Northern Illinois University Language, Music, Philosophy, Program Director, Center for M.S.Ed., University of Illinois Social Science Learning in Retirement Coordinator, Career Services and Placement Zaka, Samy Luecke, Bernard B.A., San Diego State University B.A., Iowa State Foreman, Mary J. 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Director, Enrollment Management Director, Theatre and Arts Park B.S., Eastern Illinois University and Judicial Affairs M.S., Northern Illinois University Director, Adult Education Center Peyer, Patrick LIBRARYAND B.S., University of Wisconsin- Covington, Diane INSTRUCTIONAL LaCrosse M.S.Ed., University of Wisconsin- M.A., Ashland Theological Seminary SUPPORTSERVICES M.D., Ashland Theological Seminary LaCrosse Coordinator, Out-of-School Youth Director, Student Retention and Lee, Hsaio-Hung Success Program B.A., Shanghai Normal University M.L.S., Rutgers University Preston, Quiana Crick, Nina M. M.Phil., Ph.D., Drew University A.A., Rock Valley College B.A., Indiana State University Associate Dean, Library and M.A., University of Toledo B.A., Western Illinois University Instructional Support Services Manager, Continuing Education Manager, Student Life and Information Center DiGiacomo, John Program Manager, Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) 173 2009 – 2011 Catalog ADMINISTRATIONANDACADEMICAFFAIRS L L Rothmeyer, Michelle Myron R. Anderson, B.S.,M.S., Stephen Eytalis, B.S., M.S., Professor B.A., Judson College M.B.A., Professor of Business of Biology CONTENTS Registrar, Records and Registration Robert Applegate, B.S.,M.A., Linda Faber, B.S., M.S., Associate Associate Professor of English Professor, Nursing INDEX Spielman, Timothy B.A., Winona State University David Arnold, B.S., M.S., Professor of Patricia Farney, B.A., M.A., Professor, M.A., University of Wisconsin-Eau Speech/Chairperson, Communications Librarian Claire Division Academic Advisor Carol Ferguson, B.S.,M.S.,C.A.S., Thomas A. Baldwin, A.A.S., Associate Professor of Business Stonesifer, Cynthia J. Professor of Automotive Technology A.A., Rock Valley College Guy J. Fiorenza, Associate B.A., Concordia University Randall L. Barnhart, A.S.,B.S.,M.S., Professor/Television Coordinator Director, Financial Aid Professor, Mechanical Design Technology Raymond H. Fiorucci, A.S.,B.S., Thompson, Jennifer M.E., Professor of Automated B.A., Monmouth College Anne Beaumont, B.A., M.A., Professor Manufacturing Technology M.A., Northern Illinois University of English Manager, Recruitment and Dolores Ford, Director, Technical Admissions, Information Center Charles R. Behrends, B.S.,M.S., Training Programs Professor of Physical Education/ Tresemer, Jacquelyn Chairperson, Physical Education Barbara Fox, A.B., M.B.A., Associate B.S., Rockford College Division Professor of Business Program Manager, Financial Aid and Scholarships John Bergstrom, B.S.,M.S.,D.A., Clark E. Franz, B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Professor of Biology Professor of Biology and Botany
SUCCESSCENTER Charles Berthold, B.A., M.Ed., Ph.D, Norma L Freeberg, B.S.,M.A., Associate Professor of Psychology Professor, Nursing Frampton, Susan B.A., Augustana College David V. Bloomstrand, B.A.,M.A., Barbara Friel, B.A., M.A., Associate Sign Language Interpreting Program Professor of English Professor, Social Science Certificate, Harper College Sign Language Interpreter, James H. Boeger, B.S., M.S., Associate Peter Frisk, A.B., M.A., Professor, Math Disability Support Services Professor, Business & Physical Science
Raines, Roger D. William J. Boughton, F.A.A., James F. Froemming, F.A.A., B.A., Central Bible College Certified A and P, Commercial Pilot Certified A and E, A.I., D.M.E., A.S.E.L., C.S.C. Certification - National ASMEL, Instruments Associate Professor of Aviation Registry Interpreters for the Deaf Associate Professor of Aviation Technology Lead Sign Language Interpreter, Maintenance Technology Disability Support Services David R. Gustafson, B.A.,M.S., Sherman H. Buetsch, A.A.S., M.A.T., Professor of Roinas, Shelly M. Electrical and Electronic Maintenance Mathematics/Chairperson, Humanities B.S., Northern Illinois University Coordinator, Technical Programs and Mathematics Division Tutor Supervisor, Success Center Robert J. Conboy, B.S.,M.S., Richard Haley, B.S., Director/ Shattuck, Lynn Professor, Chemistry Technology Division B.S., University of Wisconsin - Stout M.A., Northern Illinois University Richard M. Cook, B.A.,M.S,C.A.S., James Harcharik, B.A.,M.A., Coordinator, Disability Support Director, Financial Aid and Career Associate Professor, Composition & Services Services and Placement Literature
Dawn R. Craig, B.A., M.A., Associate Patricia Harker, B.A., M.A., Professor TESTINGCENTER Professor of Business/Computers and of English Information Systems Sharon Jacobsen Sharon R. Hartung, A.A.,B.A.,M.S., B.S., Messiah College Shirley DeBenedetto, Director, Small Instructor, Success Center M.Ed., University of Illinois Business/Procurement Grants Manager, Testing Center Kathleen Hennessey, B.A.,M.A., Edward C. Delaporte, B.S.,M.S., Professor of Modern Languages Professor of Physical EMERITUS Education/Director, Men’s Athletics David W. Hinde, B.S., M.S., Professor of Mathematics FACULTY/STAFF William G. Dolak, B.S., M.S., Professor of Life Science William L. Hinrichs, B.S.,M.S., Annelies M. Alden, B.A., Associate Professor of Mathematics Professor, Modern Languages Richard W. Dresser, B.A.,M.S., Professor/Counselor Lloyd Hoshaw, B.A., M.A., Professor of Charles Alexander, B.S., M.S., Ed.D., History Professor of Psychology Edward M. Drissen, B.A.,M.A., Associate Professor of Life Science F. Duane Ingram, B.S.,M.S., Mary Rose Amidjaya, B.A.,M.A., Ph.D.,Professor, Physics/Astronomy Library Systems Coordinator Aubrey D. Durst, B.M.E.,M.M., Professor of Music Donald Ivacic, B.S., M.S., Professor of Sandra L. Anderson, R.N., Associate Biology Professor/Academic Chair, Nursing Deborah M. Ebster, B.A.,M.S., Assistant Program Professor, Librarian Karl J. Jacobs, A.B., M.A., Ed.D., Doctor of Humane Letters (Hon.), 174 President 2009 – 2011 Catalog ADMINISTRATIONANDACADEMICAFFAIRS L L L Bonnie Johnson, B.S.,M.S.,C.S., Robert Porod, B.S., M.S., Professor of Mary Weber Simpson, A.B.,A.M., Associate Professor of Nursing Chemistry Professor of English TS CONTENTS Wallace P. Jones, B.S.,M.A., Kanwal D. Prashar, B.S.,M.S., Sara J. Skaggs, A.A., B.G.S., Program Professor of History Professor of Sociology Director, Center for Learning in INDEX Retirement Julie Jordahl, B.A., M.A., Associate Michael Quinn, B.A., M.Ed., M.A., Professor, Computer and Information Professor of English Judith K. Straffin, A.B.,M.A., Systems Associate Professor of English Stephanie Raach, B.S., M.A., PhD. Suzanne Kaufman, B.A.,M.A., Director/Professor, Fitness, Wellness & Linda K. Swinter, A.A,B.S.,M.S., Professor of Art Sport Professor of Business
Donald Kellogg, B.S.,M.B.A.,C.P.A., Darrell Ropp, B.A., M.S., Professor of Nancy K. Sylvester, B.S.,M.A., Professor of Business Mathematics Associate Professor of Speech
Diane Kuehl, B.A., M.A.T., Director, Arnold L. Ross, B.S.Ed., M.S.Ed., Patrick P. Thompson, B.S.,M.S., Student Retention and Success C.A.S., Ed.D., Director of Counseling Ed.D., Vice President
Edward F. Koch, A.A.,B.S.,M.S., Jean A. Saghu, B.A., M.A., Professor of John H. VanDyke, B.A.,M.A., Professor of Business Sociology and Anthropology Professor of English
Robert J. Kroll, B.S., M.B.A., Ph.D., Lester Salberg, A.B.,M.A.,M.F.A., Steven H. Vee, B.A., M.S., Professor of Professor of Business Professor of Art Biology, Chairperson, Life Science, Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach Terry Lindenberg, B.S., M.S., Ed.D, William R. Samuelson, B.S.,M.S., C.P.A., C.M.A., C.F.M., Professor of Professor of Physics and Chemistry Carol J.Wagner, B.S., M.S., Associate Business Professor of Nursing Linda F. Sarlo, B.S., M.S., Professor of Robert Link, Director, Business Business Willis D. Waite, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Outreach Professor of Psychology/Education Leota Schilling, B.S.N., M.S.N., Associate John T. Lounsbury, B.S.,M.S., Professor and Director of Nursing/ Ruth Ann Wasson, B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., Professor of Earth Science/Chairperson, Chairperson, Health Science/Personal and Professor of Business Physical Science Division Public Service Division John H. Weir, B.S., M.S., Professor of Norman Matzl, B.S., M.S., Professor, William H. Schlagetter, B.A., M.Ed., Computer Science Physical Education Professor of English and Reading Rolland Westra, Director, Technology Geraldine McDermott, B.S.,M.S., Howard L. Schmidt, B.S.,M.S., Center Professor of Physical Education Professor of Mechanical Technology James S. Wittman, B.A.,M.B.A., James Minch, B.S.,M.S.,D.A. Iva J. Schmude, B.S., M.S., Associate Ph.D., Professor, Business Professor of Biology Professor, Director of Nursing, Chairperson, Health and Service James B. Yarwood, B.S.E.,M.A., Janet G. Mooney, B.S.,M.S., Careers Division Professor of Mathematics Professor of Nursing Gary L. Schultz, B.S., Associate Larry R. Zachary, B.S., M.S., Professor James F. Moreau, B.S.,M.S., Professor of Mathematics of Business Professor of Business Victor R. Serri, B.S., M.S., Professor of Wayne Zumwalt, B.S., M.S., Professor Lawrence B. Murphy, A.S.,B.S.G.S., Mechanical Technology of Chemistry, Chairperson, Physical M.S., Director/Student Center Science Jacquelyn Andersen Shair, A.D.A.A., Lloyd E. Oehlke, A.A.,B.S.,M.S., B.S., M.S., Associate Professor/ Associate Professor of Sociology Coordinator, Dental Assisting
Harry Palm, B.S., M.A., Ed.D., James R. Sills, A.S., B.S.,M.Ed., Professor/Counselor Associate Professor/Academic Chair, Respiratory Care Guy Papenhausen, B.S.,M.A., Professor of English Jack L. Simon, B.M., M.M., Professor of Music, Interim Associate Dean of Rex A. Parker, B.S., M.B.A., Assistant Liberal Arts and Sciences Professor of Business
Don D. Parr, B.S., M.S., Professor of Business
Eugene Pocs, B.S., M.S., Professor of Engineering
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If you’re visiting the college for the first time, we’d like Building key: to help you get around campus. This map and directory 1 Classroom Building I (CL I) provide basic information about locations on campus. 2 Classroom Building II (CL II) Additional information, including a virtual tour, is available 3 Educational Resources Center (ERC) on the college’s Web site, www.rockvalleycollege.edu. 4 Student Center (SC) If you need further assistance while on campus, visit our 5 Physical Education Center (PEC) Information Center located in the Student Center. 6 Woodward Technology Center (WTC) 7 Arts Instructional Center (proposed) (AIC) 8 Bengt Sjostrom Theatre (BST) 9 Support Services Building (SSB) 10 President’s Office (Bldg. E) 11 Studio Theatre/Valley Forge (Bldg. F) 12 Spring Brook House (SBH) 13 Athletic Fields 14 Aviation Center (Falcon Rd.) 15 Bell School Road Center (Bell) 16 Stenstrom Center for Career Education (SCCE)
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178 2009 – 2011 Catalog INDEX L L A Certified Employee Benefit Academicadvising ...... 23 Specialist Program ...... 167 F CONTENTS Academicaffairs ...... 180 Chargebacks, Tuition ...... 19 Faculty ...... 180 Academiccalendar ...... 6 Chemistry ...... 103 Family Educational Rights and Academic forgiveness criteria ...... 17 Child Care and Development . . . . . 54, 103 PrivacyAct ...... 28 INDEX Academichonesty ...... 27 Childrenoncampus ...... 28 Federallicenses ...... 16 Academicload ...... 14 CiscoNetworking ...... 69 Federalrefundpolicy ...... 26 Academic policies and procedures . . . . . 15 Class,Auditing ...... 14 Fees ...... 18 Academic Progress, Standards of ...... 25 Class, Withdrawal from ...... 14 Financialaid ...... 25 Accounting ...... 44,87 CLEP (College Level Examination Financial obligation of the student ...... 15 Administration ...... 180 Program) ...... 15 FireScience ...... 61,117 Admission ...... 12 Clubs and organizations ...... 22 Fire Science careers...... 169 Admissionpolicy ...... 12 College Level Examination Fitness, Wellness, and Sport ...... 119 Adulteducation ...... 162 Program(CLEP) ...... 15 FluidPower ...... 121 Advancedplacement ...... 15 Community Education ...... 163 Fluid Power Technology ...... 62 Advisement,Program ...... 13 Community Education Outreach ...... 163 Advising,Academic ...... 23 Computer-aided Mechanical G Aid,Financial ...... 25 Design Technology ...... 105 GECC (General education core Anthropology ...... 88 Computerusepolicy ...... 28 curriculum) ...... 30,33 Appealoffinalgrade ...... 17 Computers ...... 167 General education core Appeals, Tuition refund ...... 19 Computers and Information curriculum (GECC) ...... 30, 33 Apprenticeship ...... 44 Systems ...... 55,106 Geography ...... 122 Apprenticeship organizations ...... 78 Continuing Professional Education 163, 165 Geology ...... 122 Apprenticeship programs ...... 77 Cooperative educational agreements 19, 80 Grade,Appealofafinal ...... 17 Art ...... 91 Corevalues ...... 3 Grade point averages, Calculation of . . . . 16 Artcareers ...... 165 Counseling ...... 23 Grading...... 16 Associate Degree Nursing Program . . . . . 45 Courses, Repetition of ...... 15 Grading,Capricious ...... 17 Associate in Applied Science Degree, Credit for alternate learning ...... 16 Graduation ...... 19 Requirements ...... 43 Credit for prior experiences ...... 15 Graduation ceremony ...... 20 Associate in Arts Degree, CriminalJustice ...... 56,108 Graduation requirements ...... 20 Requirements ...... 31 Criteria for academic forgiveness ...... 17 Graphic Arts Technology ...... 62, 123 Associate in Engineering Science ...... 37 Guarantee, Career education ...... 43 Associate in General Studies Degree, D Guarantee, University transfer ...... 31 Requirements ...... 83 Data Assurance and IT Security ...... 70 Associate in Science Degree, Dean’slist ...... 17 H Requirements ...... 31 DentalHygiene ...... 56,109 Health ...... 124 Associate of Arts in Teaching ...... 36 Developmental English ...... 115 Healthcareers...... 170 Astronomy ...... 93 Developmental Mathematics ...... 134 High school requirements ...... 13 Athletics ...... 22 Developmental Reading History ...... 125 Atmospheric science ...... 93 course requirement ...... 15 Historyofthecollege ...... 9 Attendance requirement ...... 27 DisabilityServices ...... 24 Honesty,Academic ...... 27 Auditingaclass ...... 14 Discipline procedures ...... 28 Honorsprogram ...... 14 Automated Manufacturing Technology . . 93 Distancelearning ...... 24 Hospitality careers ...... 171 Automation Skills CNC (computer Districtstudent ...... 18 Humanservices ...... 64,127 numerical control) machinist ...... 175 Drug-free campus policy ...... 28 Humanities ...... 126 Automotive Service Technology . . . . 49, 94 Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment ...... 12 Aviation Maintenance Technology . . . 51, 95 I E IAI (Illinois Articulation Initiative) ...... 30 B Economic & Business Outreach ...... 162 Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) ...... 30 Baccalaureate complete agreements . . . . 41 Economics ...... 111 Illinois Procurement Technical Basic skills test ...... 36 EdNet...... 24 Assistance Center ...... 162 Biology ...... 97 Education ...... 112 Illinois Small Business Bookstore ...... 23 Education,Adult ...... 162 Development Center ...... 162 Building construction technology . . . . 52, 99 Educationcareers ...... 169 Independentstudy ...... 129 Business ...... 101 Education, International ...... 22 Industrial Computer Systems ...... 64 Business Administration ...... 53 Educational Resources Industrial Maintenance Business and Professional Institute . . . . 162 Center (ERC), Library ...... 26 non-transfer certificate ...... 177 Business careers ...... 165 Electrical and Electronics Maintenance Integrated Systems non-transfer certificate ...... 176 Technology program ...... 178 C Electrician Apprenticeship ...... 59, 90 International education ...... 22 CAB (Campus Activities Board) ...... 23 Electronic Engineering Technology . 60, 112 Ironworkers Apprenticeship ...... 77, 88 Calculation of grade point averages . . . . 16 Engineering ...... 114 Campus Activities Board (CAB) ...... 23 English ...... 115 Campus security report...... 27 English, Developmental ...... 115 Career education guarantee ...... 43 ERC (Educational Resources Career Services and Placement ...... 24 Center,Library) ...... 26 Center for Learning in Retirement . . . . 163 Examinations, Proficiency ...... 15 Certificates, Professional ...... 16 Certificates, Requirements for ...... 44
179 2009 – 2011 Catalog INDEX L L J Policy, Drug-free ...... 28 Speech ...... 154 Journalism ...... 29 Policy, Federal refund ...... 26 Sports ...... 22 CONTENTS L Policy, Student assembly ...... 28 Standards of Academic Progress ...... 25 Language communication ...... 172 Policy, Tuition refund ...... 18 StarlightTheatre ...... 164 Learning, Distance ...... 24 Political Science ...... 149 Student assembly policy ...... 28 INDEX Liberal Arts and Sciences ...... 31, 85 Practical Nursing ...... 71, 149 Student development ...... 86, 155 Library (ERC, Educational President’s list ...... 17 Student,District ...... 18 Resources Center) ...... 26 Professional certificates ...... 16 Student, Financial obligation of ...... 15 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) bridge . . . 46 Professional programs and services . . . . . 86 Student Government Association (SGA) . 23 Licenses, Federal ...... 16 Proficiency examinations ...... 15 Student Information Center ...... 27 List, Dean’s ...... 17 Program advisement ...... 13 Student learning outcomes ...... 3 List, President’s ...... 17 Program, Honors ...... 13 Student records, Updating ...... 15 Literature ...... 129 Psychology ...... 150 Student right-to-know information . . . . . 28 LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) bridge . . . 46 PTAC (Illinois Procurement Technical StudentServices ...... 23 Assistance Center) ...... 162 Students,New ...... 12 M Public Safety ...... 26 Students, Out-of-district ...... 18 Management...... 132 Students, Out-of-state ...... 18 Manufacturing Education Initiative . . . . 163 Q Students,Returning ...... 12 Manufacturing Engineering Technology . 65 Quality Engineering Technology ...... 151 StudioTheatre ...... 164 Map, Rock Valley College campus . . . . 187 Studyabroad...... 22 Map,Rockford ...... 186 R SuccessCenter...... 27 Marketing ...... 132 Reading...... 151 Surgical Technology ...... 74, 155 Mass Communication ...... 133 Refund policy, Tuition ...... 18 Mathcareers...... 173 Registration and records ...... 14 T Mathematics ...... 134 Repetition of courses ...... 15 Technology ...... 173 Mathematics, Developmental ...... 134 Requests, Transcript ...... 15 TestingCenter ...... 27 Media Production Specialist ...... 66 Requirement, Attendance ...... 27 Theatre ...... 156 Missionstatement ...... 3 Requirement, Development Tool and Die/Precision Machinist Modernlanguages ...... 136 readingcourse ...... 15 apprenticeship ...... 89 Multi-Cultural Initiatives ...... 25 Requirements for certificates ...... 44 Tool and Die/precision Machinist Multi-Skilled technician ...... 178 Requirements for the Associate certificate ...... 78 Music ...... 137 in Applied Science degree ...... 43 Trafficsafety ...... 164 Requirements for the Associate Transcript requests ...... 15 N inArtsdegree ...... 31 Transfer and University Center ...... 25 New student orientation ...... 13 Requirements for the Associate Transferplanning ...... 32 Newstudents ...... 12 in General Studies degree ...... 83 Transferring credit to Networking specialist ...... 69 Requirements for the Associate RockValleyCollege ...... 12 Nursing ...... 140 inScience ...... 31 Transferring from Rock Valley College . . 39 NursingAide ...... 142 Requirements, Graduation ...... 20 Truck Driver Training ...... 75, 157 Nursing Aide certificate ...... 66 Requirements, High school ...... 13 Tuitionandfees ...... 18 Requirements, Placement test ...... 13 Tuitionchargebacks ...... 19 O Residency ...... 18 Tuition for senior citizens ...... 18 Office of Employment and Grants . . . . 162 RespiratoryCare ...... 151 Tuitionrefundpolicy ...... 18 Office technology systems ...... 142 Respiratory Care Program ...... 72 Onlineservices ...... 26 Returningstudents ...... 12 U Organizations ...... 22 Rock River Valley Entrepreneurship University transfer guarantee ...... 31 Orientation, New student ...... 13 Center...... 162 Updating student records ...... 15 Out-of-district students ...... 18 Rock Valley College campus map . . . . . 187 Out-of-state students ...... 18 Rock Valley College Foundation ...... 10 V Rockfordmap ...... 186 Veteran’sprogram ...... 25 P RRVEC (Rock River Valley Visionstatement ...... 3 Paraprofessional educator ...... 67 Entrepreneurship Center) ...... 162 Payment information ...... 19 W Personal Computer iInformation S Web Information Technology ...... 76, 157 Specialist ...... 68, 144 SBDC (Illinois Small Business Welding ...... 77,159 Personal Computer Development Center) ...... 162 Withdrawalfromaclass ...... 14 Technical Specialist ...... 69, 145 Scholarships ...... 26 Philosophy ...... 47 Senior citizens, Tuition for ...... 18 Phone numbers ...... 7 Services, Career and placement ...... 24 Physical Geography ...... 148 Services, Disability ...... 24 Physics ...... 148 Services,Online ...... 26 Placement, Advanced ...... 15 Services,Student ...... 23 Placement test requirements ...... 13 SGA (Student Government Association) . 23 Policies and procedures, Academic . . . . . 15 Sheet metal apprenticeship ...... 78, 89 Policy, Admission ...... 12 Sociology ...... 153 Policy, Computer use ...... 28 Special interest careers ...... 173
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