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Data Analytics (DBMS)
  

  • DBMS 192 - Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in introductory database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 193 - Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in introductory database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 194 - Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in introductory database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 210 - Database Design and Development

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 110 - Introduction to Data Analytics  
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    Emphasizes the development of advanced applications in database management. Students will learn methods of data import and export; advanced table properties; advanced queries; form and report design; scripts for automating database tasks; and building menu-driven applications. Students will produce a cumulative final database application project.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Construct database solutions for practical business problems.
    2. Design, code, test, document, and implement solutions using database management system software.
    3. Create complex reports and queries.
    4. Design customized switchboards and complex data entry forms.
    5. Create and apply a customized user interface.
    6. Create customized menus and toolbars.
    7. Apply object models that include database security.
    8. Develop a web based database application.
    9. Demonstrate management of multiple database files.
    10. Apply advanced SQL joins.
    11. Create a database solution with an application generator.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Database design
    • User interface design
    • Database documentation
    • Application generators
    • Error trapping
    • Menu-driven applications
    • SQL
    • Object models
    • Form design
    • Database and User security
    • Reports and queries
    • Client/Server data connection
    • Input masks and Validation rules
    • Custom Formatted Forms and Reports
    • Advanced SQL
    • Controls/Objects/Add-ons
    • Conditional formatting
    • Data validation
    • Database automation

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 230 - Microsoft T-SQL Development

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 130 - Data Management using Structured Query Language  
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    Students will focus on developing applications in a Microsoft SQL Server environment. Students will build and test applications using the functionality of tools in Microsoft SQL Server. Students will develop and test application functionality across multiple platforms and environments, deploy to production code, and build and validate enterprise-ready solutions.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify the components and specifications of SQL Server.
    2. Perform an installation and configuration of Microsoft SQL Server.
    3. Design and modify file groups, tables, views, and indexes.
    4. Create and alter stored procedures and user-defined functions (UDFs).
    5. Create and alter DML and DDL triggers.
    6. Create and deploy CLR-based objects and error handling.
    7. Perform transaction management and track data changes.
    8. Use Query Builder and SQL Workshop to create, run, and save SQL queries.
    9. Construct an application using developer tools.
    10. Generate data definition language (DDL) statements.
    11. Create, manipulate and customize interactive reports manually and using wizards.
    12. Design and modify multiple types of forms manually or with themes and templates.
    13. Implement subqueries and joins.
    14. Demonstrate mastery of T-SQL through integration with queries and triggers and to automate database tasks such as backup.
    15. Integrate Database Mail.
    16. Utilize appropriate scripting with environment appropriate tools to automate database administration tasks, such as Windows PowerShell, SQL Server Management Objects (SMOs) and Service Broker.
    17. Utilize XML to retrieve, transform and manage data.
    18. Analyze performance information using SHOWPLAN, Profiler, Tuning Advisor and Dynamic Management View.
    19. Implement Security measures including authentication, authorization, access controls and session state protection and debugging.
    20. Verify, Deploy, manage and maintain a completed application using development tools.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • File Groups
    • Transaction Management
    • Query Builder
    • Aggregate Queries
    • Application Creation
    • Subqueries and Joins
    • Report and Form Creation
    • Database Mail
    • Tables, Views, Indexes, and Constraints
    • Full-Text Search
    • Partitioning
    • Windows PowerShell
    • Access Control
    • SQL Server Management Objects (SMOs)
    • Session State and Debugging
    • Service Broker Solutions
    • Data Validation and Data Processing
    • XML
    • Data Definition Language (DDL)
    • SHOWPLAN
    • Stored Procedures
    • SQL Server Profiler
    • CLR Objects
    • Database Engine Tuning Advisor
    • User Defined Functions (UDFs)
    • Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)
    • Catalog Views
    • Error Handling

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 231 - Workforce Preparation: Microsoft T-SQL

    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DBMS 230 - Microsoft T-SQL Development  

    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2016

    The workforce preparation course is focused on Microsoft T-SQL. Students can use this course as preparation leading to the certification or keeping the certification up to date. The preparation is designed to be a continued validation of one’s expertise and a tool to expand one’s skill set.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply skills necessary to prepare for workforce employment.
    2. Examine the objectives of the certification objectives.
    3. Plan the approach to certification exam taking skills.
    4. Explore the skills required in preparation for the workforce and the certification exam.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Skills evaluation
    • Skills development
    • Workforce needs
    • Certification preparation
    • Certification objectives

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 235 - Oracle PL/SQL Development

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 130 - Data Management using Structured Query Language  
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    Students will focus on developing applications in an Oracle Database environment. Students will build and test applications using the functionality of tools in Oracle. Students will develop and test application functionality across multiple platforms and environments, deploy to production code, and build and validate enterprise-ready solutions.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify the components and specifications of Oracle Database.
    2. Perform an installation and configuration of Oracle Database.
    3. Design and modify file groups, tables, views, and indexes.
    4. Create and alter stored procedures and user-defined functions (UDFs).
    5. Create and alter DML and DDL triggers.
    6. Create and deploy CLR-based objects and error handling.
    7. Perform transaction management and track data changes.
    8. Use Query Builder and SQL Developer to create, run, and save SQL queries.
    9. Construct an application using developer tools.
    10. Generate data definition language (DDL) statements.
    11. Create, manipulate and customize interactive reports manually and using wizards.
    12. Design and modify multiple types of forms manually or with themes and templates.
    13. Implement subqueries and joins.
    14. Demonstrate mastery of PL/SQL through integration with queries and triggers and to automate database tasks such as backup.
    15. Integrate Database Mail.
    16. Utilize appropriate scripting with environment appropriate tools to automate database administration tasks.
    17. Utilize XML to retrieve, transform and manage data.
    18. Analyze performance information using EXPLAIN PLAN and Query Optimizer.
    19. Implement Security measures including authentication, authorization, access controls and session state protection and debugging.
    20. Verify, Deploy, manage and maintain a completed application using development tools.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • File Groups
    • Transaction Management
    • Query Builder
    • Aggregate Queries
    • Application Creation
    • Subqueries and Joins
    • Report and Form Creation
    • Database Mail
    • Tables, Views, Indexes, and Constraints
    • Full-Text Search
    • Partitioning
    • Windows PowerShell
    • Access Control
    • Session State and Debugging
    • Service Broker Solutions
    • Error Handling
    • Data Validation and Data Processing
    • XML
    • Data Definition Language (DDL)
    • EXPLAIN PLAN
    • Stored Procedures
    • Query Optimizer
    • CLR Objects
    • Database Tuning Advisor
    • User Defined Functions (UDFs)
    • Catalog Views

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 236 - Workforce Preparation: Oracle Database SQL

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 235 - Oracle PL/SQL Development  
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019

    The workforce preparation course is focused on the Oracle Database SQL certification. Students can use this course as preparation leading to the certification or keeping the certification up to date. The preparation is designed to be a continued validation of one’s expertise and a tool to expand one’s skill set. Preparation includes practice tests and assignments based on the certification exam. Students are required to demonstrate course objectives through the appropriate certification exam preparation materials and completion of the appropriate certification exam at the end of the course. The fee for the certification exam is assessed upon enrollment in the course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply skills necessary to prepare for workforce employment.
    2. Examine the objectives of the certification objectives.
    3. Plan the approach to certification exam taking skills.
    4. Explore the skills required in preparation for the workforce and the certification exam.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Skills evaluation
    • Skills development
    • Workforce needs
    • Certification preparation
    • Certification objectives

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 240 - Microsoft SQL Server Database Maintenance

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 130 - Data Management using Structured Query Language  and DBMS 150 - Database Administration .
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    Microsoft SQL Server Maintenance involves students installing, configuring and maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server. Students explore the automatic database management, monitoring and tuning facilities of Microsoft SQL Server. Discussion covers all aspects of running Microsoft SQL Server, including managing security, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing performance. Additional topics will include controlling resource utilization; using database scheduler; handling database corruption; data backup and recovery; and troubleshooting database problems.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Plan and implement a SQL Server installation.
    2. Describe system databases, physical structure of databases and the most common configuration options.
    3. Explain the transaction log and SQL Server recovery models.
    4. Implement different backup and recovery strategies available with SQL Server.
    5. Use the import/export wizards and explain how they relate to SQL Server Integration Services.
    6. Implement SQL Server security models in the creation of logins, users, and permissions.
    7. Employ fixed server roles, user-defined server roles, fixed database roles, and user-defined database roles.
    8. Utilize SQL Server services.
    9. Configure database mail, alerts, and notifications.
    10. Create database maintenance plans.
    11. Introduce Dynamic Management Views and the configuration of data collection.
    12. Discuss the use of Central Management Servers and Multi-Server queries.
    13. Explain the virtualization of SQL Server and Data-Tier Applications.
    14. Troubleshoot SQL Server databases.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Server Installation and Configuration
    • Collations
    • Data Compression and Partitioning
    • Replication
    • Database Integrity
    • Database Mirroring and Snapshots
    • Indexes
    • Log Shipping
    • Resource Governor
    • Server Services
    • SQL Server Agent Alerts
    • SQL Server Agent Operators
    • SQL Server Profiler/Trace Data
    • Surface Area
    • Data Encryption
    • Back Up Databases
    • Backup and Recovery
    • Concurrency Problems
    • Database Engine Tuning Advisor
    • Database Mail
    • Database Roles
    • Declarative Management Framework
    • Dynamic Management Views Collection
    • Full-text indexing
    • Import and export data
    • Logins and Server Roles
    • Maintenance plans
    • Performance Studio
    • Server components and instances
    • SQL Agent job execution
    • SQL Server clustered instance
    • SQL Server instance permissions
    • System Monitor performance data
    • SQL Server Audit
    • Multi-Server queries

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 241 - Workforce Preparation: Microsoft SQL Server Administration

    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DBMS 240 - Microsoft SQL Server Database Maintenance  

    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    The workforce preparation course is focused on Administering a SQL Database Infrastructure. The preparation is designed to be a continued validation of one’s expertise and a tool to expand one’s skillset.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply skills necessary to prepare for workforce employment.
    2. Examine the objectives of the certification objectives.
    3. Plan the approach to certification exam taking skills.
    4. Explore the skills required in preparation for the workforce and the certification exam.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Skills evaluation
    • Skills development
    • Workforce needs
    • Certification preparation
    • Certification objectives

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 250 - Oracle Database Administration II

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 150 - Database Administration .
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2016

    Students explore the automatic database management, monitoring, and tuning facilities in an Oracle database environment. Topics include the recovery from user errors and database failures including flashback data archive and flashback transaction backout along with the Total Recall capability. Oracle Database Administration II includes topics controlling resource utilization, using database scheduler, handling database corruption, and troubleshooting database problems. Students will set up user-managed/automatically managed backup strategies and database recovery operations. Additionally, students will explore advanced use of Enterprise Manager Wizards, tools, and automatic storage management. Students are required to demonstrate course objectives through the appropriate Oracle certification exam preparation materials.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Utilize Automatic Storage Management (ASM) to initialize, startup and shut down instances and to administer ASM disk groups.
    2. Configure database for recoverability using tools such as archive logs, retention policy and Flash Recovery Area.
    3. Use the RMAN Recovery Catalog including Creating, Configuring, and Synchronizing, backing up, and storing scripts.
    4. Configure Backup Specifications.
    5. Use RMAN to create multiple backup types, perform recoveries and duplicate databases.
    6. Perform User Managed Backup and Recovery.
    7. Perform Tablespace Point-in-Time Recovery (TSPITR).
    8. Monitor and Tune RMAN.
    9. Utilize Flashback Technology.
    10. Diagnose the Database using Automatic Diagnostice Repository, Support Workbench and Block Media Recovery.
    11. Manage Memory using Automatic memory management, SGA and PGA parameters.
    12. Manage Database Performance using SQL Tuning Advisor, SQL Access Advisor, and Database Replay.
    13. Manage space including resumable space allocation, transportable tablespaces and databases, and segment shrinking.
    14. Manage resources using the Database Resource Manager Components.
    15. Automate Tasks with the Scheduler.
    16. Administer the Scheduler to create Windows and Job classes and prioritize jobs.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Memory Management
    • Storage Mgmt & the Segment Advisor
    • Resource Management
    • Globalization
    • Task Automation -The Scheduler (Basic)
    • Database Diagnostics
    • Task Automation -Scheduler (Advanced)
    • Automatic Storage Management
    • Recovery Concepts
    • Oracle Flashback Technology
    • Instance Recovery
    • RMAN Configuration
    • RMAN Backup and Recovery
    • RMAN Management with EM
    • User-Managed Recovery Operations
    • Recovery Catalog
    • Using the RMAN
    • Advanced RMAN Capabilities

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 251 - Workforce Preparation: Oracle Administration Certification

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 250 - Oracle Database Administration II  
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    The workforce preparation course is focused on the Oracle Administration Certification. Students can use this course as preparation leading to the certification or keeping the certification up to date. The preparation is designed to be a continued validation of one’s expertise and a tool to expand one’s skill set. Preparation includes practice tests and assignments based on the certification exam. Students are required to demonstrate course objectives through the appropriate certification exam preparation materials and completion of the appropriate certification exam at the end of the course. The fee for the certification exam is assessed upon enrollment in the course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply skills necessary to prepare for workforce employment.
    2. Examine the objectives of the certification objectives.
    3. Plan the approach to certification exam taking skills.
    4. Explore the skills required in preparation for the workforce and the certification exam.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Skills evaluation
    • Skills development
    • Workforce needs
    • Certification preparation
    • Certification objectives

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 255 - Advanced Database Application Development

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 130 - Data Management using Structured Query Language .
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    Oracle Database Development students will develop applications in an Oracle database environment. Students will utilize an integrated platform that supports Structured Query Language, Extensible Markup Language, and procedural languages in a simple fashion with high performance and scalability. Oracle Database Development students will use many of the features of database application development including languages, tools, connectivity and technologies in a culminating database application development project.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify the components and specifications of Oracle Application Express (APEX).
    2. Perform an installation and configuration of APEX.
    3. Create and administer a workspace and a workspace administrator and developer user.
    4. Use Object Browser to browse, create, and modify objects in the schema.
    5. Use Query Builder to create, run, and save SQL queries.
    6. Construct an application using APEX.
    7. Generate data definition language (DDL) statements.
    8. Create, manipulate and customize interactive reports manually and using wizards.
    9. Design and modify multiple types of forms manually or with themes and templates.
    10. Develop and view page and region attributes.
    11. Create a web sheet application including forms and reports including items and buttons.
    12. Explain the difference between page rendering and page processing.
    13. Utilize computations, data validation, and data processing in your application.
    14. Apply application branching, navigation, and shared components, such as tabs and lists.
    15. Produce Dynamic Content and Dynamic actions including charts and calendars.
    16. Implement Security measures including authentication, authorization, and access control and session state protection and debugging.
    17. Verify, deploy, manage, and maintain a completed application using the Application Development Process and Advisor.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Oracle Application Express (APEX)
    • SQL Workshop
    • Workspace and Workspace Users
    • Application Creation
    • Query Builder
    • Page and Region Attributes
    • Report and Form Creation
    • Data Grid and Report
    • Web Based Applications
    • Session State and Debugging
    • Page Processing
    • Data Validation and Data Processing
    • Application Branching and Navigation
    • Dynamic Content and Dynamic Action
    • Imports and Plugins
    • Themes and Templates
    • Schema or Storage Requests
    • Authentication versus Authorization
    • Attribute Dictionary
    • Session State Protection
    • Data Definition Language (DDL)
    • Application and Page Utilities
    • Object Browser

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 260 - Advanced Data Analytics

    PREREQUISITES: DBMS 160 - Data Visualization and Analysis  or INFM 219 - Business Intelligence and Reporting  and MATH 200 - Statistics  (or Higher).
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

    Advanced Data Analysis will teach students the concepts and tools to analyze datasets. Students will use database software, scripting languages, and visualization programs to gather, organize, predict outcomes, and categorize data. Students will learn advanced analytics tools such as creating pivot tables, pivot charts, advanced functions, statistical formulas, advanced filtering techniques, decision making tools, and connecting to external databases.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Analyze data by creating subtotals, pivot tables, and pivot charts.
    2. Demonstrate how to use decision making tools for data analysis.
    3. Manipulate data using date, logical, lookup, database, and financial functions.
    4. Apply statistical functions to analyze data for decision making including K-Means vs. K nearest neighbor, and Linear vs. Logistic Regression.
    5. Demonstrate how to validate and manage data within workbooks and dashboards.
    6. Demonstrate how to manage data from external data sources.
    7. Employ visual representation techniques to increase understanding of complex data.
    8. Establish data validation processes such as lookup fields and input masks to improve data entry in databases.
    9. Perform data analysis using advanced Data Manipulation Language (DML) queries.
    10. Create advanced queries for specialized purposes.
    11. Produce dynamic and interactive charts and graphs to determine feature extraction.
    12. Design and implement basic and advanced transformations to filter and format data.
    13. Construct advanced formulas using data analytics programming languages to solve business problems.
    14. Compare models of supervised vs unsupervised learning, classification, regression, and clustering.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Structured Query Language (SQL)
    • Spreadsheets
    • Data Validation
    • Conditional Formatting
    • Data Analysis
    • Pivot Tables
    • Pivot Charts
    • Data Analytics Programming Languages
    • Summarizing and Analyzing Data
    • Decision Making Tools
    • Specialized Functions
    • Managing Data
    • Data Visualization
    • Data Manipulation Language
    • Machine Learning
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    • Neural and Deep Neural Nets

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 261 - Workforce Preparation: CIW Data Analyst

    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DBMS 260 - Advanced Data Analytics  

    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019

    The workforce preparation course is focused on the CIW Data Analyst certification. Students can use this course as preparation leading to the certification or keeping the certification up to date. The preparation is designed to be a continued validation of one’s expertise and a tool to expand one’s skills. Preparation includes practice tests and assignments based on the certification exam. Students are required to demonstrate course objectives through the appropriate certification exam preparation materials and completion of the appropriate certification exam at the end of the course. The fee for the certification exam is assessed upon enrollment in the course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply skills necessary to prepare for workforce employment.
    2. Examine the objectives of the certification objectives.
    3. Plan the approach to certification exam taking skills.
    4. Explore the skills required in preparation for the workforce and the certification exam.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Skills evaluation
    • Skills development
    • Workforce needs
    • Certification preparation
    • Certification objectives

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 281 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 282 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
    Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)  
  

  • DBMS 283 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 284 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 285 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 286 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 287 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 288 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 289 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 290 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 291 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 292 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 293 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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  • DBMS 294 - Advanced Special Topics in Database Management and Administration

    PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Data Analytics
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 3
    LAB HOURS MIN: 0 LAB HOURS MAX: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    Discusses topics of current interest in database management and administration with emphasis on the application of information technology skills during lab time. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. To be determined by the nature of the special topic.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • To be determined by the campus offering this special topic class.

     
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Dental Assisting (DENT)
  

  • DENT 102 - Dental Materials and Lab I

    PREREQUISITES: Admission to the Dental Assisting program
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    This is the first in a series of two courses that reviews in depth the properties of dental materials, proper modes of manipulation, necessary armamentarium used, and the technical duties required of dental assistants. Stresses clinical behavior of materials and biological factors of importance to dental assisting.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Describe specific conditions within the oral cavity that make it such a demanding environment for the placement and long-term performance of dental materials.
    2. Describe the protocols that are in place to ensure that quality control is maintained during the manufacture of dental devices and those materials for intraoral use are safe and effective.
    3. Describe the types and uses of gypsum, impression materials, cements, resin and amalgam.
    4. Explain the relationship between properties and the clinical performance of gypsum, impression materials, cements, resin and amalgam.
    5. Compare and contrast preventive and restorative, and therapeutic dental materials.
    6. List the different types of liner and bases and explain the difference in intent when placing a liner rather than a base.
    7. Compare the composition, setting processes, and uses of the various impression materials.
    8. Demonstrate manipulation of impression materials, cements, gypsum, resin, and amalgam materials that would be clinically useful to the dentist.
    9. Produce impressions, trimmed casts, and quad-custom-made trays that are acceptable in a dentist office.
    10. Demonstrate the bite registrations technique on typodont using elastomeric impression materials.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Amalgam
    • Esthetic
    • Cements
    • History of dental materials
    • Dental gypsum products
    • Quality assurance programs
    • Dental impression materials
    • Structure and properties of dental materials
    • Dental materials and the oral environment

     
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  • DENT 113 - Preclinical Practice I

    PREREQUISITES: Admission to the Dental Assisting program
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    This is the first in a series of courses that introduce in-depth qualification and legal/ethical requirements of the dental assistant. Emphasis is placed on asepsis techniques, including sterilization, disinfection, characteristics of microorganisms, disease transmission and infection control.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Explain and relate the role of a modern dental assistant within the profession of dentistry.
    2. Summarize major historical events and changes within the profession of dentistry.
    3. Maintain his or her personal conduct in accordance with the legal and ethical standards of the profession.
    4. Identify instruments and equipment used in patient treatment.
    5. Perform general office maintenance and high-level sterilization and disinfection procedures.
    6. Identify microorganisms and describe disease transmission and infection control guidelines.
    7. Define relevant terminology and acronyms as related to subject areas stressed in this course.
    8. Recognize and apply the scope of the OSHA Bloodborne/Hazardous Materials Standard.
    9. Demonstrate the use of colors and numbers used for hazardous chemical identification.
    10. Demonstrate safe handling of sharps


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Introduction to chair side assisting
    • Ethics and jurisprudence
    • Introduction to the dental profession
    • Infection control
    • Dental instruments
    • Management of hazardous materials
    • Microbiology
    • Safe management of sharps

     
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  • DENT 114 - Preclinical Practice II

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 113 - Preclinical Practice I   
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    This is the second in a series of courses that introduce in-depth qualification and legal/ethical requirements of the dental assistant. Emphasis is also placed on the clinical environment and responsibilities, chairside assisting, equipment and instruction identification, tray set-ups, characteristics of microorganisms and disease control.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Take/review and document medical and dental records.
    2. Discuss psychological aspects of patient care in a variety of dental situations.
    3. Identify instruments and equipment used in patient treatment.
    4. Perform entry level clinical skills as follows:
      1. Four handed instrument transfer
      2. Operative dental procedure assistance
      3. Dental dam application
      4. Tofflemire retainer assembly and application
      5. Topical application of anesthetic
    5. Utilize instrument transfer in the application of four-handed dentistry
    6. Assist in direct restorative procedures


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Introduction to chair side assisting
    • Direct restorative procedures
    • Dental charting
    • Dental dam
    • Dental instruments
    • Matrix and wedge
    • Microbiology
    • Medical and dental records
    • Instrument transfers

     
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  • DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II

    PREREQUISITES: Admission to the Dental Assisting program
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 4
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    This is the first in a series of two courses that introduce in-depth qualification and legal/ethical requirements of the dental assistant. Emphasis is placed on the clinical environment and responsibilities, chairside assisting, equipment, and instruction identification, tray set-ups, characteristics of microorganisms and disease control.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Explain and relate the role of a modern dental assistant within the profession of dentistry.
    2. Summarize major historical events and changes within the profession of dentistry.
    3. Maintain his or her personal conduct in accordance with the legal and ethical standards of the profession.
    4. Take/review and document medical and dental records.
    5. Discuss psychological aspects of patient care in a variety of dental situations.
    6. Identify instruments and equipment used in patient treatment.
    7. Perform general office maintenance and high-level sterilization and disinfection procedures.
    8. Identify microorganisms and describe disease transmission and infection control guidelines.
    9. Perform entry level clinical skills as follows:
      1. Four handed instrument transfer
      2. Operative dental procedure assistance
      3. Dental dam application
      4. Tofflemire retainer assembly and application
      5. Topical application of anesthetic
    10. Define relevant terminology and acronyms as related to subject areas stressed in this course.
    11. Recognize and apply the scope of the OSHA Bloodborne/Hazardous Materials Standard.
    12. Demonstrate the use of colors and numbers used for hazardous chemical identification.
    13. Demonstrate safe handling of sharps
    14. Utilize instrument transfer in the application of four-handed dentistry.
    15. Assist in direct restorative procedures.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Dental charting
    • Introduction to chair side assisting
    • Dental dam
    • Introduction to the dental profession
    • Dental instruments
    • Management of hazardous materials
    • Direct restorative procedures
    • Matrix and wedge
    • Ethics and jurisprudence
    • Medical and dental records
    • Infection control
    • Microbiology
    • Instrument transfers
    • Safe management of sharps

     
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  • DENT 116 - Dental Emergencies/Pharmacology

    PREREQUISITES: Admission to the Dental Assisting program
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2021

    Dental Emergencies and Pharmacology is an in-depth course that surveys the most commonly utilized and required first aid measures for emergencies. Examines proper techniques and procedures as well as equipment, medications and positioning for care of the patient. Reviews anatomy/physiology and cardiopulmonary rescue as provided by the American Heart Association/American Red Cross for the health care provider.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify medical conditions and necessary precautions in prevention of medical emergencies.
    2. Identify the CAB’s of Emergency Care.
    3. Perform the appropriate dental emergency management procedures via scenario role-play.
    4. Demonstrate all aspects of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation according to the guidelines of the American Heart Association/American Red Cross for the health care provider.
    5. Describe common pharmacological agents as they relate to dental practice.
    6. List and describe the parts of a prescription.
    7. Classify the most common emergency drugs used in the dental practice.
    8. Define controlled substance laws.
    9. Perform appropriate airway obstruction management as it pertains to specific emergency situations.
    10. Explain the physiology of anesthetics and sedation.
    11. Assemble the local anesthetic syringe.
    12. Take, review, and record patient’s vital signs
    13. Describe the following in relation to the administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide in a dental office:
      • The pharmacology of nitrous oxide
      • The biochemistry of nitrous oxide
      • The anatomy of nitrous oxide administration
      • Emergency procedure related to the use of nitrous oxide
      • Mechanics of operating a nitrous oxide unit
      • Proper disinfection of nitrous oxide equipment

    14. Demonstrate the proper use of setting up, administering, and monitoring nitrous oxide for a patient in a dental setting.

    15. Properly document in a patient’s chart the administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide and local anesthetics.

    16. Discuss the role of the dental hygienist and dental assistant in the administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide. 

    17. State the requirements, as specified by the Indiana State Board of Dentistry, for a dental hygienist and dental assistant administering and monitoring nitrous oxide during patient treatment.

    18. Describe environmental hygiene as it relates to nitrous oxide use.   

    19. Evaluate signs and symptoms of nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation.



    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Allergic reactions
    • General principles of pharmacology
    • Airway obstruction
    • Hyperventilation
    • Angina pectoris and myocardial infarction
    • Legal problems of emergency care
    • Antimicrobial medications
    • Local and general anesthetics
    • Asthma
    • Narcotic and nonnarcotic analgesics
    • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
    • Occupational hazards and emergencies
    • Cerebrovascular accident
    • Office preparation
    • Diabetes Mellitus
    • Prevention
    • Drug actions
    • Sedative hypnotic medications
    • Epilepsy
    • Substance abuse
    • Patient Vital Signs
    • Vasodepressor syncope
    • Nitrous Oxide

     
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  • DENT 117 - Dental Office Management

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II  (or DENT 113 - Preclinical Practice I  and DENT 114 - Preclinical Practice II ) and DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019

    This introductory course focuses on the principles of administrative planning, bookkeeping, recall programs, banking, tax records, computer software, insurance, office practice and management as related to the dental office. Attention is given to techniques of appointment control, record keeping and credit and payment plans.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify and describe the business office manager’s duties and those business transactions carried out in the dental office.
    2. Given the information: use a computerized dental program to establish patient accounts and records, file insurance claims and daily patient schedules.
    3. Organize the record appointments from a list of patients, allowing sufficient time for each function.
    4. Characterize patient needs and barriers to communication to include cultural and individual differences.
    5. Prepare a letter of application and resume, and participate in mock interviews to prepare for future employment.
    6. Create office correspondence used to enhance public relations with patients and professional colleagues.
    7. Recognize nonverbal cues, and emphasize improving communication skills.
    8. Simulate dental business office procedures and clinical records.
    9. Differentiate between the legal aspects of dental practice including, but not limited to, malpractice, civil vs. criminal law, misdemeanor vs. felony and negligence.
    10. Examine the Indiana Dental Practice Act as it pertains to dental assistants, allowable duties, direct supervision, required certifications and licensures.
    11. Explain how ethics applies to the practice of dentistry.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Dental insurance
    • The business of dentistry
    • Filing systems
    • Dental office documents
    • Bookkeeping systems
    • Appointment management systems
    • Other financial systems
    • Dental team management
    • Resume preparation
    • Written communication
    • Ethics and Jurisprudence

     
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  • DENT 118 - Dental Radiography

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II  (or DENT 113 - Preclinical Practice I  and DENT 114 - Preclinical Practice II ) and DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 4
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    This is an in-depth course that focuses on the principles, benefits, effects, and control of X-ray production. Covers history, radiation sources, modern dental radiographic equipment and techniques, anatomical landmarks, dental films and processing. Emphasizes avoidance of errors while exposing and processing dental radiographs. The Radiation Health and Safety component of the Dental Assisting National Board exam and the fee for this exam is assessed upon enrollment in the course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Name the pioneers of radiography and identify their contribution.
    2. Identify the major components of an X-ray unit and describe the function of each.
    3. List the characteristics of radiation.
    4. Explain radiation safety measures that are required by legal standards.
    5. Describe the effects of radiation exposure and its relationship to radiation safety.
    6. Produce films with sufficient density, definition, and contrast to be diagnostic to a dentist.
    7. Practice infection control and quality assurance procedures.
    8. Differentiate between the periapical, bitewing, occlusal and panoramic imaging.
    9. Identify the anatomical landmarks required for mounting procedures.
    10. Expose, process, evaluate for quality, mount and file radiographs taken during the course of study on a mannequin and live patient.
    11. Perform a preliminary interpretation of all X-ray film surveys for the purpose of correcting flawed X-ray films.
    12. Explain the necessity for patient education in radiography.
    13. Discuss the procedures for managing the wheelchair, visually and hearing impaired and apprehensive patients.
    14. Discuss the fundamental concepts, advantages and disadvantages of digital radiography.
    15. Interpret anatomical landmarks, restorations, and basic pathology on radiographic images.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Bitewing examination
    • Managing patients with special needs
    • Characteristics of radiation
    • Mounting and viewing dental radiographs
    • Dental caries
    • Normal radiographic anatomy
    • Dental x-ray films
    • Occlusal examination
    • Dental x-ray film processing
    • Panoramic radiography
    • Dental x-ray machine-components and functions
    • Patient relations and education
    • Digital radiography
    • Periapical examination
    • Effects of radiation exposure
    • Periodontal disease
    • Extraoral radiography
    • Producing quality radiographs
    • History of dental radiography
    • Quality assurance in dental radiographs
    • Identifying and correcting faulty radiographs
    • Radiation protection
    • Infection control
    • Radiography techniques for children
    • Intraoral radiographic procedures
    • Regulations and legal aspects
    • Introduction to radiographic interpretation
    • Radiography techniques for the edentulous patient

     
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  • DENT 120 - Dental Radiography I

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II  and DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    This is the first in a series of two in-depth courses that focuses on the principles, benefits, effects, and control of X-ray production. Covers history, radiation sources, modern dental radiographic equipment and techniques, anatomical landmarks, dental films and processing. Emphasizes avoidance of errors while exposing and processing dental radiographs.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Name the pioneers of radiography and identify their contribution.
    2. Identify the major components of an X-ray unit and describe the function of each.
    3. List the characteristics of radiation.
    4. Explain radiation safety measures that are required by legal standards.
    5. Describe the effects of radiation exposure and its relationship to radiation safety.
    6. Produce films with sufficient density, definition, and contrast to be diagnostic to a dentist.
    7. Practice infection control and quality assurance procedures.
    8. Differentiate between the periapical, bitewing, occlusal and panoramic imaging.
    9. Identify the anatomical landmarks required for mounting procedures.
    10. Expose, process, evaluate for quality, mount and file radiographs taken during the course of study on a mannequin and live patient.
    11. Perform a preliminary interpretation of all X-ray film surveys for the purpose of correcting flawed X-ray films.
    12. Explain the necessity for patient education in radiography.
    13. Discuss the procedures for managing the wheelchair, visually and hearing impaired and apprehensive patients.
    14. Discuss the fundamental concepts, advantages and disadvantages of digital radiography.
    15. Interpret anatomical landmarks, restorations, and basic pathology on radiographic images.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Bitewing examination
    • Managing patients with special needs
    • Characteristics of radiation
    • Mounting and viewing dental radiographs
    • Dental caries
    • Normal radiographic anatomy
    • Dental x-ray films
    • Occlusal examination
    • Dental x-ray film processing
    • Panoramic radiography
    • Dental x-ray machine-components and functions
    • Patient relations and education
    • Digital radiography
    • Periapical examination
    • Effects of radiation exposure
    • Periodontal disease
    • Extraoral radiography
    • Producing quality radiographs
    • History of dental radiography
    • Quality assurance in dental radiographs
    • Identifying and correcting faulty radiographs
    • Radiation protection
    • Infection control
    • Radiography techniques for children
    • Intraoral radiographic procedures
    • Regulations and legal aspects
    • Introduction to radiographic interpretation
    • Radiography techniques for the edentulous patient

     
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  • DENT 121 - Dental Radiography II

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 120 - Dental Radiography I  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    This is the second in a series of two in-depth courses that focuses on the principles, benefits, effects, and control of X-ray production. Covers history, radiation sources, modern dental radiographic equipment and techniques, anatomical landmarks, dental films and processing. Emphasizes avoidance of errors while exposing and processing dental radiographs. The Radiation Health and Safety component of the Dental Assisting National Board exam and the fee for this exam is assessed upon enrollment in the course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Name the pioneers of radiography and identify their contribution.
    2. Identify the major components of an X-ray unit and describe the function of each.
    3. List the characteristics of radiation.
    4. Explain radiation safety measures that are required by legal standards.
    5. Describe the effects of radiation exposure and its relationship to radiation safety.
    6. Produce films with sufficient density, definition, and contrast to be diagnostic to a dentist.
    7. Practice infection control and quality assurance procedures.
    8. Differentiate between the periapical, bitewing, occlusal and panoramic imaging.
    9. Identify the anatomical landmarks required for mounting procedures.
    10. Expose, process, evaluate for quality, mount and file radiographs taken during the course of study on a mannequin and live patient.
    11. Perform a preliminary interpretation of all X-ray film surveys for the purpose of correcting flawed X-ray films.
    12. Explain the necessity for patient education in radiography.
    13. Discuss the procedures for managing the wheelchair, visually and hearing impaired and apprehensive patients.
    14. Discuss the fundamental concepts, advantages and disadvantages of digital radiography.
    15. Interpret anatomical landmarks, restorations, and basic pathology on radiographic images.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Bitewing examination
    • Managing patients with special needs
    • Characteristics of radiation
    • Mounting and viewing dental radiographs
    • Dental caries
    • Normal radiographic anatomy
    • Dental x-ray films
    • Occlusal examination
    • Dental x-ray film processing
    • Panoramic radiography
    • Dental x-ray machine-components and functions
    • Patient relations and education
    • Digital radiography
    • Periapical examination
    • Effects of radiation exposure
    • Periodontal disease
    • Extraoral radiography
    • Producing quality radiographs
    • History of dental radiography
    • Quality assurance in dental radiographs
    • Identifying and correcting faulty radiographs
    • Radiation protection
    • Infection control
    • Radiography techniques for children
    • Intraoral radiographic procedures
    • Regulations and legal aspects
    • Introduction to radiographic interpretation
    • Radiography techniques for the edentulous patient

     
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  • DENT 122 - Clinical Practicum

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 102 - Dental Materials and Lab I , DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II  (or DENT 113 - Preclinical Practice I  and DENT 114 - Preclinical Practice II ), DENT 116 - Dental Emergencies/Pharmacology , DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy  
    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DENT 118 - Dental Radiography  

    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    CLINICAL - NURSING HOURS MIN: 3
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    This is an in-depth course that focuses on the performance of chairside skills that are applied in a clinical office situation on live patients. This course will also focus on business office procedures appropriate in the dental office.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Prepare operatory and patients for visual and restorative procedures.
    2. Assist with visual and restorative procedures on clinical patients.
    3. Perform oral physiotherapy procedures on select clinic patients.
    4. Conduct dental office business procedures using computerized dental software.
    5. Sterilize instruments, disinfect equipment and utilize barriers per OSHA guidelines.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Oral physiotherapy
    • Comprehensive health history
    • Barrier protection
    • Visual and restorative procedures
    • Business office procedures
    • Sterilization and disinfection procedures
    • Seating and dismissing patients

     
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  • DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy

    PREREQUISITES: Admission to the Dental Assisting program
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019

    This is an in-depth course that focuses on oral, head and neck anatomy, basic embryology, histology, tooth morphology and charting dental surfaces related to the dental field. Includes dental anomalies, pathological conditions and terminology relevant to effective communication. Human anatomy is also covered as a familiarity level.

    1. Describe the parts, surfaces, composition, types, function and anatomical features of the teeth.
    2. Name all 32 teeth by dentition, arch, quadrant, class and type based on location in the normal, complete permanent dentition.
    3. Describe the early development of the oral cavity and teeth.
    4. State the normal eruption dates for the permanent teeth.
    5. Locate and describe the function of the bones, muscles, sinuses, vascular and lymph supply, nerve supply and the surrounding supporting structures of the oral cavity that are of interest to the field of dentistry.
    6. Describe and identify the foramen of the nerves and arteries that supply the teeth and oral cavity.
    7. Identify five symptoms and means of treating patients with TMJ disorders.
    8. Describe various oral and dental pathological conditions and anomalies.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Anatomic features of teeth
    • Oral cavity
    • Blood and lymphatic system
    • Permanent dentition eruption schedule
    • Composition and formation of teeth
    • Salivary glands
    • Dental nerves
    • Sinuses
    • Dental pathological conditions
    • Tissues surrounding teeth
    • Face description
    • Type and function of teeth
    • Histology
    • Oral Pathology
    • Muscles of mastication, facial expression and floor of mouth

     
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  • DENT 124 - Preventive Dentistry/Diet and Nutrition

    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II  (or DENT 113 - Preclinical Practice I  and DENT 114 - Preclinical Practice II ) and DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy  

    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019

    An in depth course that emphasizes the importance of preventive dentistry and the effects of diet and nutrition on dental health techniques of assisting patients in the maintenance of good oral hygiene.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify biofilm and cariogenic foods, and analyze their relationship in dental disease.
    2. Demonstrate use of disclosing tablets or solution, floss, brushing techniques and auxiliary dental aids.
    3. Define personal oral hygiene and its role in patient care.
    4. List the major factors that influence nutrition and dental health.
    5. Differentiate between malnutrition, undernutrition, and over nutrition.
    6. Define dietary guidelines for each stage of life.
    7. Assemble and display components of My Plate.
    8. List major functions of vitamins, trace elements, and minerals in human nutrition.
    9. State the major function of protein, fats, carbohydrates, and water, as they relate to total body wellness.
    10. List the information gained about gingival health through a periodontal examination.
    11. Explain the rationale and demonstrate the technique for applying pit and fissure sealants.
    12. Engage in-service learning.
    13. Explain fluoride and its relationship to caries prevention.
    14. Differentiate between the types of fluoride used in dentistry and identify the pros and cons of each.
    15. List the sources of fluoride based on origin.
      1. Topical
      2. Dietary
      3. Supplemental


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Carbohydrates
    • Dietary guidelines
    • Digestion, absorption and metabolism
    • Key nutrients
    • Minerals, trace elements and electrolytes
    • Nutrition and dental health
    • Pit and Fissures Sealants
    • Proteins, fats and water
    • Role of biofilm control in preventive dentistry
    • Service Learning
    • Special diets for dental patients
    • Special nutritional needs
    • Vitamins
    • Fluoride

     
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  • DENT 125 - Preclinical Practice III

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 102 - Dental Materials and Lab I , DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II  (or DENT 113 - Preclinical Practice I  and DENT 114 - Preclinical Practice II ), DENT 116 - Dental Emergencies/Pharmacology , and DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    This is an in-depth course that continues Preclinical Practice I. Anesthesia is presented. The following dental specialties are presented: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, and Dental Public Health.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Describe the eight specialty fields recognized by the ADA.
    2. Identify and select dental instruments and accessory items used in dental specialties.
    3. Perform all assigned laboratory procedures relevant to specific specialties.
    4. Assist with visual and restorative procedures on bench mannequin in preparation for clinical patients.
    5. Prepare and assist with diagnostic records.
    6. Simulate dental business office procedures and clinical records in specialty practices.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Dental public health
    • Pediatric dentistry
    • Endodontics
    • Periodontics
    • Orthodontics
    • Prosthodontics
    • Oral and maxillofacial surgery

     
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  • DENT 128 - Coronal Polishing and Caries Prevention for the Dental Assistant

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 123 - Dental Anatomy , DENT 124 - Preventive Dentistry/Diet and Nutrition , and DENT 115 - Preclinical Practice I and II  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 0.5
    LAB HOURS MIN: 1
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2020

    This course will cover the didactic, laboratory and clinical aspects of coronal polishing utilizing a rubber cup and an occlusal bristle brush on a slow speed motor and the topical application of medicaments for caries prevention. Concepts will include the theory of selective polishing and guidelines for fluoride application. The ethical theory of appropriate patient treatment will be presented and discussed.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Differentiate between coronal polishing and prophylaxis procedures.
    2. Discuss the indications and contraindications to coronal polishing.
    3. Compare and contrast intrinsic stain and extrinsic stain.
    4. Differentiate between the different types of abrasives used for polishing teeth.
    5. Discuss the effects of abrasives on specific types of restorations and suggest alternatives.
    6. Demonstrate competence in coronal polishing technique.
    7. List the guidelines for the application of medicaments for caries prevention.
    8. Compare and contrast systemic and topical fluorides.
    9. Discuss the effects of excessive amounts of fluoride.
    10. Demonstrate competence in the:
      1. Application of medicaments for caries prevention.
      2. Use of the slow speed handpiece, prophy angle and bristle brush.
    11. Demonstrate the knowledge and skill required to be in compliance with the laws of the State of Indiana.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Ethics and jurisprudence
    • Infection control
    • Reasons for using topical fluoride and its application
    • Uses of systemic and topical fluoride
    • Fluoride toxicity
    • Biofilm and materia alba
    • Intrinsic and extrinsic stains
    • Abrasive agents
    • Theory of selective polishing
    • Use of the slow speed handpiece, prophy cup and bristle brush

     
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  • DENT 129 - Dental Materials and Lab II

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 102 - Dental Materials and Lab I  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    This is the second in a series of two in depth courses that reviews the properties of dental materials, proper modes of manipulation, necessary armamentarium used, and the technical duties required of dental assistants. Stresses clinical behavior of materials and biological factors of importance to dental assisting.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Explain the relationship between components, properties and the clinical performance of amalgam, gold alloy, dental ceramics, base materials, solder and dental implant metals.
    2. Describe the rationale for limiting the patients and dental personnel’s exposure to mercury and cite the maximum vapor allowed by OSHA.
    3. Differentiate between the types of silver alloy available for amalgam, in terms of copper content and particle shape, and explain the clinical consequences of using these different alloy types.
    4. Explain the significance of gamma-2 to the clinical performance and physical properties of amalgam and cite how gamma-2 phase is controlled.
    5. Summarize the steps for producing a finished cast restoration, starting with the wax pattern.
    6. Describe the finishing and polishing of common restorative materials and indicate precautions associated with these techniques.
    7. Compare and contrast the three different types of dental implants and compare their uses.
    8. Manipulate restorative materials and cements.
    9. Produce full custom-made trays, mouth guard, temporary bridge, self-engaged bleaching tray and trimmed casts that are acceptable in a dental office.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Abrasion, cutting and polishing materials
    • Amalgam
    • Alloys for dental castings
    • Casting investments
    • Casting the inlay and crown
    • Dental ceramics
    • Dental implant materials
    • Trending materials
    • Waxes

     
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  • DENT 130 - Clinical Externship I and II

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 122 - Clinical Practicum , DENT 125 - Preclinical Practice III , and DENT 129 - Dental Materials and Lab II  
    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DENT 118 - Dental Radiography , DENT 124 - Preventive Dentistry/Diet and Nutrition , DENT 128 - Coronal Polishing and Caries Prevention for the Dental Assistant , and DENT 132 - Expanded Functions for Dental Assistants  

    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 5
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    CLINICAL - NURSING HOURS MIN: 20
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2020

    An in depth clinical learning experience that provides increased practical chairside dental assisting experience to be gained from private dental practices in general and specialty areas of dentistry. Opportunity for increased skill development in clinical support and business office procedures also provided.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply an understanding of the role a practicing dental assistant plays as a part of the dental health team in providing dental care to members of the community as learned in the formal academic program.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to apply good human relations when working with the patient and the dental health program.
    3. Perform the chairside responsibilities taught in the formal program to the satisfaction of the cooperating dentist and the instructors of the dental assisting program.
    4. Place, expose, process, and mount dental x-rays according to the standards acceptable to the supervising dentist.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to perform business office procedures according to prescribed standards acceptable to the instructors and the cooperating dentist.
    6. Perform selected dental laboratory procedures taught in the formal program to the satisfaction of the instructors and the cooperating dentist.
    7. Demonstrate professional conduct, attitude, attire and grooming according to the standards of the Dental Assisting Program’s instructional staff as stated in course requirements.
    8. Perform emergency procedures as taught in the formal program according to standards acceptable to the instructors and cooperating dentist.
    9. Provide oral health instructions as taught in the formal program according to standards acceptable to the instructors and cooperating dentist.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Clinical assignments

     
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  • DENT 132 - Expanded Functions for Dental Assistants

    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DENT 122 - Clinical Practicum , DENT 125 - Preclinical Practice III , and DENT 129 - Dental Materials and Lab II  

    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    LAB HOURS MIN: 4
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    Applies theory and techniques at the laboratory competency level of restorative dentistry to facilitate increased production potentials in the dental office. Students are instructed in the various extended functions as allowed by the Indiana Dental Law and the Board of Dental Examiners.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify the basic anatomy of the permanent dentition.
    2. Distinguish between Class I, II, III, IV, and V restorations.
    3. Identify the anatomy of a preparation to include the following
      1. Cavosurface margin
      2. Pulpal floor
      3. Axial wall
      4. Gingival floor
    4. Manipulate hand instruments to properly place, carve, and finish amalgam restorations.
    5. Manipulate hand instruments to properly place and finish composite restorations.
    6. Manipulate the hand piece using finishing discs and burs.
    7. Identify the components of the Indiana Dental Law that allow dental assistants to complete EFDA tasks.
    8. Identify the dental materials specifically related to EFDA and manipulate them according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
    9. Utilize the rubber dam effectively.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Class I, II, II, IV and V restorations
    • Finishing techniques using slow speed handpiece
    • Manipulation of amalgam
    • Manipulation of composite resin
    • Matrix band placement
    • Review of dental materials
    • Rubber dam application

     
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  • DENT 133 - Clinical Externship I

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 122 - Clinical Practicum , DENT 118 - Dental Radiography , DENT 124 - Preventive Dentistry/Diet and Nutrition , DENT 125 - Preclinical Practice III , and DENT 129 - Dental Materials and Lab II  
    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DENT 117 - Dental Office Management , DENT 124 - Preventive Dentistry/Diet and Nutrition , DENT 128 - Coronal Polishing and Caries Prevention for the Dental Assistant , and DENT 132 - Expanded Functions for Dental Assistants  

    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2.5
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 0.5
    CLINICAL - NURSING HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    The first of two in-depth clinical learning experiences that provides increased practical chairside dental assisting experience to be gained from private dental practices in general and specialty areas of dentistry. Opportunity for increased skill development in clinical support and business office procedures also provided.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply an understanding of the role a practicing dental assistant plays as a part of the dental health team in providing dental care to members of the community as learned in the formal academic program.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to apply good human relations when working with the patient and the dental health program.
    3. Perform the chairside responsibilities taught in the formal program to the satisfaction of the cooperating dentist and the instructors of the dental assisting program.
    4. Place, expose, process, and mount dental x-rays according to the standards acceptable to the supervising dentist.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to perform business office procedures according to prescribed standards acceptable to the instructors and the cooperating dentist.
    6. Perform selected dental laboratory procedures taught in the formal program to the satisfaction of the instructors and the cooperating dentist.
    7. Demonstrate professional conduct, attitude, attire and grooming according to the standards of the Dental Assisting Program’s instructional staff as stated in course requirements.
    8. Perform emergency procedures as taught in the formal program according to standards acceptable to the instructors and cooperating dentist.
    9. Provide oral health instructions as taught in the formal program according to standards acceptable to the instructors and cooperating dentist.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Clinical assignments

     
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  • DENT 134 - Clinical Externship II

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 133 - Clinical Externship I  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2.5
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 0.5
    CLINICAL - NURSING HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    The second of two in-depth clinical learning experiences that provides increased practical chairside dental assisting experience to be gained from private dental practices in general and specialty areas of dentistry. Opportunity for increased skill development in clinical support and business office procedures also provided.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply an understanding of the role a practicing dental assistant plays as a part of the dental health team in providing dental care to members of the community as learned in the formal academic program.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to apply good human relations when working with the patient and the dental health program.
    3. Perform the chairside responsibilities taught in the formal program to the satisfaction of the cooperating dentist and the instructors of the dental assisting program.
    4. Place, expose, process, and mount dental x-rays according to the standards acceptable to the supervising dentist.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to perform business office procedures according to prescribed standards acceptable to the instructors and the cooperating dentist.
    6. Perform selected dental laboratory procedures taught in the formal program to the satisfaction of the instructors and the cooperating dentist.
    7. Demonstrate professional conduct, attitude, attire and grooming according to the standards of the Dental Assisting Program’s instructional staff as stated in course requirements.
    8. Perform emergency procedures as taught in the formal program according to standards acceptable to the instructors and cooperating dentist.
    9. Provide oral health instructions as taught in the formal program according to standards acceptable to the instructors and cooperating dentist.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Clinical assignments

     
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  • DENT 171 - Dental Terminology

    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

    This is an in-depth course that focuses on basic terminology required of the dental assisting professional and provides a basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathology, special procedures, laboratory procedures, and pharmacology. Dental vocabulary foundation increases through study and application of medical terminology word elements.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Demonstrate use of a dental dictionary.
    2. Properly use prefixes and suffixes with word roots/ combining forms to build medical/dental terms.
    3. Define dental terms.
    4. Define and use dental abbreviations, signs, and symbols accurately.
    5. Define and correlate common diseases and conditions to appropriate procedures, treatments and diagnostic tests.
    6. Identify and correct misspelled dental terms.
    7. Spell dental words correctly after hearing pronunciation.
    8. Correctly enunciate dental terms.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • General Dental Terminology.
    • Soft Tissue Anatomy
    • Facial Bones/Nerves
    • Facility Set-ups
    • Dental Health Issues
    • Emergency Care
    • Exams and Prevention
    • Pain Management/Pharmacology Terms
    • Radiology Terms
    • Restorative Terms
    • Specialty Terms
    • Dental Laboratory Terms

     
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  • DENT 172 - Dental Office Administration

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 171 - Dental Terminology  
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    An in-depth study of the various aspects of dental office management including appointment control, records management, payment plans, collections, disbursement, inventory control and insurance tax forms.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Describe the various functions of and responsibilities of the dental office administrator/receptionist.
    2. Define the components of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
    3. Apply HIPAA rules in regard to privacy and release of information.
    4. Protect the integrity of the dental record.
    5. Demonstrate how to properly schedule and manage appointments.
    6. Properly develop, organize, and maintain office records.
    7. Demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal communication appropriate to patient needs and cultural differences.
    8. Demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal communication with all members of the dental team.
    9. Develop and maintain a policy and procedure manual for a dental office.
    10. Illustrate the use of a manual and computerized inventory and supply ordering system.
    11. Demonstrate the process of filing insurance claims.
    12. Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable in a dental office.
    13. Explain the importance of ethics and jurisprudence in dental practice.
    14. Abide by the ADA principles of ethics and code of professional conduct.
    15. Demonstrate hard and soft skills expected of a professional in the dental office setting.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Components of dental office software
    • Communication skills
    • Appointment scheduling, canceling, and rescheduling
    • Patient registration/check-in
    • Privacy and confidentiality
    • Patient chart/file management
    • Inventory management
    • Posting procedure charge
    • Preparing and sending insurance claims
    • Completion of insurance forms
    • Posting dental insurance and patient payments
    • Applying deductibles for dental insurances
    • Reports used in patient account system
    • Aging accounting procedures
    • Collection procedures
    • Creation of electronic files used daily
    • Data backup
    • Management of email
    • Ethics and jurisprudence

     
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  • DENT 173 - Dental Office Administration Externship

    PREREQUISITES: DENT 172 - Dental Office Administration  and successful completion of criminal background check and drug test.
    PROGRAM: Dental Assisting
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
    INTERNSHIP/EXTERNSHIP HOURS MIN: 10
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: N/A

    Provides the opportunity to observe, discuss and perform basic dental office management procedures under supervision, with learning experiences that prepare the student for employment as a dental office manager/receptionist. Professional communication, use of dental office software and problem-solving skills are emphasized.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Recognize the role of the dental office manager.
    2. Demonstrate professional communication skills (verbal and nonverbal) with patients and dental team members.
    3. Utilize computer software to maintain office systems.
    4. Use methods of quality control.
    5. Demonstrate job readiness skills and professionalism in the dental office setting.
    6. Describe and understand workplace dynamics.
    7. Demonstrate ability to use dental software to schedule and manage appointments.
    8. Demonstrate ability to utilize dental software to maintain office systems including, but not limited to daily backup, database updates, and software upgrades.
    9. Describe and perform virus scans and file cleaning protocol.
    10. Manage electronic mail.
    11. Use critical thinking to analyze a variety of office issues, formulate an action plan to solve the issue and critique outcomes and respond accordingly.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Components of dental office software
    • Appointment scheduling, canceling, and rescheduling
    • Patient registration/check-in
    • Posting procedure charge
    • Preparing and sending insurance claims
    • Posting dental insurance and patient payments
    • Applying deductibles for dental insurances
    • Reports used in patient account system
    • Aging accounting procedures
    • Collection procedures
    • Creation of electronic files used daily
    • Data backup
    • Management of email
    • Professionalism in the dental office
    • Communication Skills (verbal/nonverbal/written)

     
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Design Technology (DESN)
  

  • DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2020

    The purpose of this introductory course is to provide students with a basic understanding of sketching practices and the features and considerations associated with the operation of computer-aided design (CAD) systems. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience creating sketches and using CAD software. Students will complete project(s) (increasing in difficulty) relating to specific technical drawing communication topics and disciplines.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Exercise file management and printing/plotting practices.[a]
    2. Understand the role of various types of drawings as applied to the design process. [a]
    3. Research the potential career fields in Design Technology. [a,g]
    4. Effectively communicate spatial visualizations with appropriate choices of technical drawings. [a,b,e,f]
    5. Demonstrate appropriate application of drawing standards to technical sketches and working drawings. [a,b,c,e]
    6. Collaborate in a studio setting. [a,b,d,f,g,h]


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Equipment Usage
    • Linetypes and Layers
    • Computer Literacy
    • Spatial Visualization and Sketching
    • Multiview Drawings
    • Formatting
    • Dimensioning & Annotation
    • Basic ANSI Standards
    • View Characteristics
    • Drawing and Interpreting Scale
    • Design Process
    • Geometric Construction
    • Sectioning
    • Printing/Plotting

     
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  • DESN 102 - Technical Graphics

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    The purpose of this introductory course is to provide students with a basic understanding of the detailing skills commonly used by a drafting technician. Areas of study include: lettering, sketching, proper use of equipment, geometric constructions with emphasis on orthographic (multi-view) drawings that are dimensioned and noted to ANSI standards.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Sketch proportionately and recognizably a given object.
    2. Do vertical Gothic lettering to quality standards.
    3. Exhibit proper equipment usage.
    4. Demonstrate acceptable line work and construction techniques.
    5. Project and detail orthographic drawings to scale.
    6. Demonstrate effective understanding and usage of dimensions, symbols, and notations to ANSI standards.
    7. Show familiarity with conventional drafting practices.
    8. Use sectioning techniques to better illustrate complex detail drawings involving numerous hidden lines.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Lettering
    • Linetypes
    • Equipment usage
    • Orthographic projection
    • Dimensioning
    • Basic ANSI standards
    • Sectioning

     
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  • DESN 103 - CAD Fundamentals

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    The purpose of this introductory course is to provide students with a basic understanding of the features and considerations associated with the operation of a computer-aided design (CAD) system. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience using CAD software. They will be expected to complete several projects (increasing in difficulty) relating to command topics covered on a weekly basis.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify by name CAD hardware and software components.
    2. Do commands for file management including format, copy, and delete.
    3. Identify and use multiple input methods to select commands on the CAD system.
    4. Retrieve and use help commands.
    5. Create working 2D drawings.
    6. Modify drawing elements using editing commands.
    7. Retrieve and place multiple text styles.
    8. Dimension a drawing using current drafting standards.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Objects
    • Layers
    • Setup
    • Styles
    • Formatting
    • Object modification
    • View characteristics
    • Printing/Plotting
    • Exporting

     
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  • DESN 104 - Mechanical Graphics

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This course covers working drawings both in detailing and assembly. Presents fastening devices, thread symbols and nomenclature, surface texture symbols, classes of fits, and the use of parts lists, title blocks and revision blocks.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify and draw various fastening devices.
    2. Draw thread symbols and understand thread nomenclature.
    3. Develop proper surface texture symbols.
    4. Calculate classes of fits.
    5. Develop a parts list.
    6. Complete accurate title and revision blocks.
    7. Research and utilize various standard parts.
    8. Develop detailed part and assembly drawings.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Dimensioning fundamentals and practices
    • Tolerancing, fits and allowances
    • Machined surfaces and symbology
    • Threads nomenclature and symbolism
    • Fastening devices
    • Complete set of working drawings

     
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  • DESN 105 - Architectural Design I

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2020

    Presents a history and survey of architecture and focuses on creative design of buildings in a studio environment. Covers problems of site analysis, facilities programming, space planning, conceptual design, proper use of materials, selection of structure and construction techniques. Develops presentation drawings, and requires oral presentations and critiques. Generation of form and space is addressed through basic architectural theory, related architectural styles, design strategies, and a visual representation of the student’s design process.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify the distinguishable design characteristics of the significant architectural styles in the history of Western civilization. [a,g]
    2. Comprehend and discuss the purpose and need for “facilities programming.” [a,d,f]
    3. Develop sketches and diagrams that demonstrate problem solving of programmatic issues i.e., traffic flow, and material handling concepts. [a,c,e]
    4. Create design studies and drawings utilizing the views known as the Plan, Section and Elevation of a building. [a,b,c]
    5. Utilize fundamentals of formal conceptual relationships, design methodology and design process. [a,b,c,e]
    6. Develop basic spatial and compositional ideas introduced through the study of typology, diagrams, and a process of conceptualization. [a,b,c,e]
    7. Demonstrate an ability to represent ideas in form and space, as a conceptual and cultural response to program, type, basic building construction, architectural language and design methods. [a,b,e]
    8. Integrate history, theory, technology and structures to influence formal and conceptual design manifested in materials, details, language and imagery. [a,b,c,d,e,f]
    9. Apply basic building codes in the context of social, political, civic and environmental responsibilities relative to our society. [b,d,f,h,i]
    10. Develop and present oral presentations. [d,f,g]
    11. Collaborate in a studio setting. [a,c,d,e,f,h,i]


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Architectural history
    • Familiarization with construction systems
    • Characteristics of style
    • Precedents in architecture
    • Synthesis of form
    • Facilities programming
    • Spatial awareness
    • Design strategy and process
    • Composition
    • Elementary building systems and structure
    • Proportion
    • Hierarchy
    • Green Construction/LEED

     
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  • DESN 106 - Descriptive Geometry

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 102 - Technical Graphics  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    This course introduces fundamental principles in developing graphical solutions to engineering problems. Topics covered in this course include true length, piercing points on a plane, line intersections, true shapes, revolutions, and developments using successive auxiliary views.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Develop an auxiliary view using the “Point Projection” and “Fold Line” method.
    2. Project oblique angle surfaces, curves and circles on auxiliary views.
    3. Project successive auxiliary views.
    4. Solve for various projections such as:
      1. True length lines
      2. Points views
      3. Edges views
      4. True size and shape projections
      5. True angles
      6. Distances between points and lines.
    5. Solve problems for points of intersection between points, lines and planes.
    6. Develop a drawing of the intersection of a plane and prism, plane and pyramid, plane and cylinder.
    7. Draw the development of various transition pieces.
    8. Perform graphical solutions using concurrent and non-concurrent vector system of vectors.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Orthographic projection- review
    • Primary auxiliary views
    • Lines
    • Planes
    • Piercing points
    • Intersection of planes
    • Angle between planes
    • Parallelism
    • Perpendicularity
    • Vectors and plane tangencies

     
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  • DESN 107 - History of Architecture

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    History of Architecture studies the ingenuity and imagination of the human spirit in shaping the built environment related to cultural, political, social, and technological history. Presents a survey of architectural styles, architects, design philosophies, and building materials used by time, period, country, region and city. Requires oral presentations, essays, term papers, research and small projects. Field trips to historical architectural sites are a part of this course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify design characteristics of significant architectural styles in the history of Eastern and Western civilization.
    2. Comprehend design philosophies of notable architects in the history of architecture.
    3. Develop freehand sketches and design diagrams of historical styles, layouts and elements in historical architecture.
    4. Identify indigenous building materials appropriately used by time, period and place in the history of architecture.
    5. Identify technologies utilized historically within building designs to solve or overcome problems.
    6. Develop an understanding of the chronology of architecture by decade, century, or era.
    7. Apply historical ideas, theories and practices that may be relevant or applicable to modern and future design and construction techniques.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Vernacular Architecture
    • Gothic
    • The First Civilizations
    • Islam
    • Ancient Egypt
    • Renaissance
    • Ancient Greece
    • Baroque and Rococo
    • Ancient Rome
    • Neoclassicism
    • Early Christian
    • Colonial Styles
    • Byzantine
    • Nineteenth Century
    • Medieval
    • Modern
    • Romanesque
    • Post Modern

     
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  • DESN 108 - Residential Design

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Covers residential design and drafting. Includes interior space planning, structural design and development of working drawings. Provides opportunity for students to design a residence using accepted building standards.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Distinguish good planning concepts and use them to establish a floor plan.
    2. Determine structural requirements for a residence.
    3. Design and layout the residential heating, plumbing and electrical systems.
    4. Create a set of residential construction and presentation drawings.
    5. Identify historical architectural styles and identify distinct characteristics of each.
    6. Gather information from a client that is needed to design an architectural project.
    7. Design floor plans to accommodate the needs of persons with physical impairments.
    8. Apply the principles and elements of design to creating elevation drawings.
    9. Recognize different roof styles as options for roof design.
    10. Draw sections, using correct codes and proper dimensioning.
    11. Relate the development of materials and construction methods to residential design.
    12. Analyze a building site and orient a house to take advantage of solar energy and lot features.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Building codes
    • Residential styles and design concepts
    • Site plans
    • Building and wall sections
    • Floor plans
    • Electrical lighting and power plans
    • Roof plans
    • Foundation plans
    • Framing plans
    • Plumbing and HVAC plans
    • Building elevations
    • Schedules and details

     
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  • DESN 109 - Construction Materials and Specifications

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    Introduces various construction materials, composition and application. Studies specifications of materials, construction contracts, and applications required in the building industry.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify the 16 Divisions of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Format.
    2. Name the materials that are represented in each of the 16 Divisions of the CSI Format.
    3. Recognize building materials and discuss their composition.
    4. Calculate the volume requirements for structural materials including; cubic yards, board feet, square feet, cubic feet, linear feet, and concrete block units.
    5. Prepare materials lists for (given) construction phases of a small building.
    6. Demonstrate knowledge of the legal aspects of contracts and bidding; types of construction documents including bonds; interpretation of technical building specifications and their application to selection and installation of materials, equipment and systems.
    7. Explain the design and construction process and the roles of the different participants in the process.
    8. Read, write and edit construction specifications.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • CSI Division 1, General Data
    • CSI Division 2, Site Construction
    • CSI Division 3, Concrete
    • CSI Division 4, Masonry
    • CSI Division 5, Metals
    • CSI Division 6, Wood and Plastics
    • CSI Division 7, Thermal and Moisture Protection
    • CSI Division 8, Doors and Windows
    • CSI Division 9, Finishes
    • CSI Division 10, Specialties,
    • CSI Division 11, Equipment
    • CSI Division 12, Furnishings
    • CSI Division 13, Special Construction
    • CSI Division 14, Conveying Systems
    • CSI Division 15, Mechanical
    • CSI Division 16, Electrical

     
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  • DESN 110 - Architectural Rendering

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2015

    Presents a survey of pictorial drawings. Studies light and color, rendering media, and application of different architectural rendering techniques and media through a series of exercises.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Demonstrate the basics of scaled architectural perspective drawing using one, two and three point methods.
    2. Demonstrate competency in basic architectural rendering technique for textures, shade and shadows.
    3. Demonstrate competency in the composition and execution of a cohesive presentation using foreground, middle ground, background, and entourage.
    4. Demonstrate the basics of color theory.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • One point perspectives
    • Design Theory
    • Two point perspectives
    • Proportions
    • Three point perspectives
    • Presentation drawings
    • Paraline drawings
    • Topography
    • Light, shade and shadows
    • Sketching

     
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  • DESN 113 - 2D Computer-Aided Design

    PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology .

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2015

    This course improves the student’s CAD ability by presenting CAD commands, which will lead to the creation of advanced prototype drawings, graphic manipulation of symbol libraries, the utilization of advanced dimensioning techniques, and application of data sharing techniques. Detailed plotting instruction will also be covered.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Create and use a template drawing.
    2. Manipulate advanced dimensioning variables.
    3. Use advanced editing commands.
    4. Create blocks and form a symbol library.
    5. Assign data/attributes to blocks.
    6. Apply section lines to various types of drawing parts.
    7. Create drawings using an isometric approach.
    8. Share data utilizing external references.
    9. Set up a plotter, and plot a drawing.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Objects
    • Layers
    • Setup
    • Styles
    • Formatting
    • Object Modification
    • View Characteristics
    • Printing/Plotting
    • Exporting

     
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  • DESN 115 - BIM Architecture

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2020

    Purpose-built for information modeling (BIM),Revit Architecture building software helps designers capture and analyze early concepts, and then better maintain designs through documentation and construction. More collaborative, integrated building design process by sharing essential BIM data with your partners, and BIM workflows to help drive more efficient sustainable design analysis, clash detection, construction planning, and material fabrication.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Demonstrate basic skills in the usage and application of pull down menus, commands, and building layouts. [a]
    2. Employ the use of families.
    3. Illustrate the use of templates, title blocks and page layouts. [a]
    4. Successfully import AutoCAD documents and export 2D and 3D documents into CAD. [a]
    5. Create models that include building and site elements. [a]
    6. Demonstrate the ability to create interior and exterior elevations. [a]
    7. Annotate, manage and modify notes and dimensions. [a,f]
    8. Develop Schedules. [a,b,d,h]
    9. Prepare Client Presentations for Commercial Construction [a,b,d,e,f,h,i].
    10. Collaborate in a studio setting. [b,d,e,f,g,h]


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Pre Design Assessment
    • Sustainable Materials Selection
    • Understand Revit Architecture’s position and Architectural design Tools
    • Prepare for successful implementation of Revit Architecture in the work process (BIM)
    • Design Cycle
    • Preparation of oral written and graphic forms of communication

     
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  • DESN 130 - Fundamentals of Computer Graphics

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    Introduces students to raster & vector based applications as they relate to the CAD field. Demonstrates the knowledge of devices used in the creation and for the output of drawings. Understand the importance of graphics in the design process and how it impacts the design field. These skills are developed by producing work from related applications.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

    1. Understand the importance of file management as it relates to the CAD environment.
    2. Recognize the most widely used CAD based file formats.
    3. Develop the basics of scanning and how it impacts CAD.
    4. Learn the fundamentals of digital cameras and their use in the CAD field.
    5. Create and or enhance CAD drawings for product development.
    6. Develop an understanding of both raster and vector based applications.
    7. Recognize hardware components utilized to be effective in the CAD based field.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Pixels
    • Vector based graphics
    • Layers
    • Scanners
    • Filters
    • Computer Environment
    • Digital Cameras
    • Hardware Components

     
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  • DESN 131 - Industrial Sketching

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    This course combines fundamental computer graphics concepts of design, visualization, communication and display within an industrial sketching metaphor. Exercises and projects in graphic theory, problem solving and sketching skill development provide students with activities that focus on further development within CADD, vector imaging, raster imaging and other related formats. A variety of sketching techniques are used to gather critical information and transform graphical data into effective design communication instruments. Produces samples for student portfolios.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

    1. Identify and utilize industrial sketching strategies visualization and communication
    2. Define and perform a variety of sketching types and processes for effective design communication
    3. Relate graphic theory to sketching practices
    4. Application of design principles
    5. Product appropriate sketching and drawing relationships and proportions
    6. Demonstrate an ability to analyze are compositions by participating in group critiques
    7. Apply functional graphic literacy in a variety of problem solving environments
    8. Analysis and study of forms
    9. Application of visual vocabulary
    10. Application of design elements and principles


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Sketching media
    • Sketching techniques
    • Rendering techniques
    • Project planning
    • Computer tools
    • Project composition
    • Presentation practices

     
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  • DESN 132 - Raster Imaging Fundamentals

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 130 - Fundamentals of Computer Graphics  or Program Advisor Approval
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Provides intermediate instruction in illustration techniques using computer software designed for creating illustrations, technical, drawing, logos, packaging, maps, charts, and graphs utilizing CADD data. Emphasis is on preparing effective, creative illustrations for various media applications in an efficient, productive manner. Produces samples for student portfolios

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

    1. Recognize the main differences between vector and raster graphics.
    2. Discover the nature of analog and digital production.
    3. Understand basic digital image components-pixels, layers, channels, and paths.
    4. Develop an understanding of color theory, color models, and color systems.
    5. Effectively use CADD tools and other software to produce accurate and realistic renderings of CADD models.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Pen tool applications
    • Brush tool applications
    • Blends
    • Graphing techniques
    • Clipping masks
    • Opacity masks
    • Compound paths
    • Transparency pallet
    • Patterns
    • Pattern brushes
    • Gradients

     
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  • DESN 133 - Vector Imaging Fundamentals

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 130 - Fundamentals of Computer Graphics  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    Provides fundamental instruction in working with vector images (CAD drawings) while applying elements and principles of design to illustrations for various output. Combines color theory, creativity, type and layout design for renderings.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

    1. Use a graphics program to create illustrations for commercial publication.
    2. Use color, shape, character, pen and brush tools and palettes effectively.
    3. Use masks, effects and filters.
    4. Apply and produce standard, library and custom color and pattern choices to enhance industrial communication.
    5. Import/place bitmap images as visual concepts for creative industrial designs.
    6. Develop effective, creative solutions to design projects.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Bit-map
    • Illustrations
    • Layers
    • Vector-based graphics
    • Filters
    • Composition
    • Type
    • Filters and effects
    • Colors

     
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  • DESN 134 - Design for Visualization and Communication

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 130 - Fundamentals of Computer Graphics  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    A follow-up course to further explore software and design principles utilizing page layout software. Students develop an understanding of an industry recognized digital publishing package. The focus is on visual thinking, exploring the relationship between type, image, format, and developing multiple solutions to a given problem. The course produces samples for student portfolios, which may include: charts, brochures, flyers, tables, technical training materials and catalog pages.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Understand the design process that impacts the success and implementation of solutions for specific industry-based situations.
    2. Utilize design concepts and principles to solve communication design problems using the integration of type and images.
    3. Determine the purpose and function of the design and generate ideas, notes and thumbnail manually and/or electronically.
    4. Plan the spacing and aesthetic arrangement with regard to medium specifications.
    5. Evaluate design solutions by utilizing typography, abstract design, color theory and layout for maximum visual impact.
    6. Construct professional quality layouts within a specified time frame.
    7. Prepare and deliver a professional presentation of projects for critique.
    8. Utilize appropriate software to create graphics for final assembly of the layout.
    9. Properly gather and prepare files for output.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Elements of design: space, line and shape, value, texture and color.
    • Principles of design: space division, balance, unity, emphasis
    • Correct color specification and utilization
    • Concept development
    • Composition
    • Awareness/appreciation of typography’s importance/prevalence
    • Text formatting (words, paragraphs, leading, tracking, etc.)
    • Style sheets and Master pages
    • Preparation, integration and manipulation of raster and vector images
    • Preparation and printing for quality output
    • Project file preparation and organization

     
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  • DESN 138 - 2D Animation

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 130 - Fundamentals of Computer Graphics  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    Provides fundamental instruction how animation scripts are developed as well as how visual stories are told through technical elements such as composition, lighting, framing and perspective. Exploring how to tap into creativity and create interesting original animations.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

    1. Learning basic keyframing techniques and understanding the timeline.
    2. Discuss how to animate masks in your work to reveal and conceal different elements in your compositions.
    3. Learning how to set footage in a scene in 3D space.
    4. Learning how to set up lights and cameras in the scene.
    5. Learning how to properly color correct footage and apply some great effects to composition and transitions to get from one point of scene to the next.
    6. Develop ability to collect all files and footage neatly into a nicely organized file hierarchy followed with a project report detailing everything about our project.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Footage
    • Lights
    • Composition
    • Type
    • Filters and effects
    • Colors

     
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  • DESN 195 - Manufacturing Principles & Design

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 113 - 2D Computer-Aided Design .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2020

    The purpose of this introductory course is to provide students with a basic understanding of manufacturing principles and design and how they relate to technical drawing and design. Students will use their knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD to explore topics related to manufacturing.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Describe and compare basic manufacturing practices (i.e. Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen). [f,i]
    2. Develop drawings for a manufacturing facility layout. [a,b,c,f]
    3. Design and program introductory CNC processes. [a,b,e]
    4. Identify and describe material properties, testing, and applications. [b,c,e,f,i]
    5. Contrast and compare various manufacturing production techniques and systems. [b,c,d,e,f,h,i]
    6. Utilize metrology tools and practices in order to effectively evaluate and measure an object. [b,c,f,h,i]
    7. Identify the critical aspects of manufacturing workplace safety. [a,e,f,h,i]


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • CNC Programming
    • Material Properties
    • Material Testing
    • Dimensioning & Annotation
    • Plant Tours
    • Six Sigma
    • Kaizen
    • Safety
    • Precision Measurement Tools

     
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  • DESN 201 - Schematics

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This course includes the layout of the various types of schematic drawings. Students will prepare finished drawings for the manufacture or installation of plumbing, heating, electrical, electronic and fluid power drawings.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

    1. Identify and explain pipe materials, tubing, fittings, valves, bends and their unique graphic symbols.
    2. Layout a piping schematic drawing using proper symbols, methods of dimensioning, and details.
    3. Explain basic concepts in heating and air conditioning systems, graphic symbols and types of drawings.
    4. Layout a heating/air conditioning plan using proper symbols, methods of dimensioning and details.
    5. Read and identify the architectural electrical types of drawings, common electrical terms, graphic symbols and schedules.
    6. Layout a typical electrical drawing showing the wire layout of a house and the electrical components used.
    7. Interpret electronic type drawings, single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, block diagrams, and schematic diagrams.
    8. Layout an electric schematic using proper symbols.
    9. Identify basic fluid-power units, hydraulic and pneumatic plumbing, and types of hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams.
    10. Prepare and layout a fluid-power schematic using proper symbols.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Piping methods and connections
    • Heating and air conditioning concepts
    • Electrical terms
    • Architectural electrical drawings
    • Electronic schematics
    • Hydraulic and fluid power diagrams
    • Welding symbols

     
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  • DESN 202 - CAD Customization and Programming

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Covers customizing of a CAD system. Covers methods used to make CAD systems more efficient for the individual user.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Create standards templates.
    2. Create an internal program to handle routine command sequences.
    3. Create custom menu files.
    4. Customize toolbars.
    5. Customize patterns.
    6. Access external databases.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Drawing template
    • Script files
    • Custom linetypes
    • Custom hatch patterns
    • Pull-down menus
    • Shortcut menus
    • Partial menus
    • Customizing toolbars
    • Custom shapes
    • Custom fonts
    • Auto LISP
    • External databases
    • Geometry calculator

     
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  • DESN 204 - Architectural Design II

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 105 - Architectural Design I  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    Presents advanced computer-aided design topics in architectural design. Utilizes current (UBC) information for project design. Includes all necessary drawings needed for the construction process.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify and use architectural symbols to create plans and details.
    2. Lay out floor plans using application software.
    3. Lay out foundation plans using application software.
    4. Develop appropriate detail drawings.
    5. Construct building elevations and sections according to the plans established.
    6. Develop a site plan from surveying notes or given site data.
    7. Generate appropriate schedules for doors, windows, hardware, room finish, etc.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Research and programming
    • Generating annotation
    • Preliminary design sketches
    • Creating sections and elevations
    • Space plans and mass models
    • Adding and modifying walls, doors and windows
    • Generating schedules
    • Adding stairs, railings and elevators
    • Fixtures and symbols
    • Adding structural members and grid

     
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  • DESN 206 - Mechanical and Electrical Equipment

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  and MATH 122 - Applied Technical Mathematics  or MATH 136 - College Algebra  or MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Focuses on mechanical and electrical requirements for buildings. Studies electrical load calculations, wire sizing and circuits, plumbing requirements, fixture units and pipe sizing. Includes heating systems, duct layout and sizing.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Define basic terminology used in electrical, heating, cooling, and plumbing systems for buildings.
    2. Size and lay out an electrical lighting and power plan.
    3. Identify and use correct symbols for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC plans.
    4. Size and lay out water distribution and sanitary sewer plans.
    5. Create an isometric schematic of a plumbing plan.
    6. Size and layout HVAC trunk and branch ductwork.
    7. Calculate heat loss and heat gain through walls, floors, ceilings and roofs to determine HVAC equipment sizes.
    8. Lay out profiles and cross sections of ductwork and piping.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Water supply and design
    • Sound control
    • Plumbing drainage
    • Lighting design
    • Storm drainage
    • Electrical systems
    • Private sewage disposal
    • Solar energy
    • Comfort
    • Heating systems
    • Heating and air conditioning
    • Heat loss and heat gain

     
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  • DESN 207 - Die Design

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 104 - Mechanical Graphics  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Studies the detailing and design of blanking, piercing, and forming dies. Covers material reaction to shear, cutting clearances and net gauging.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Use proper terminology unique to die design, punch presses, and stamping operations.
    2. Identify the functions of the various parts of a typical single state dies.
    3. Identify die design procedure and appreciate the significance of each step in the process.
    4. Calculate die clearances (including allowances) for various types and thickness of metals.
    5. Calculate blanking force in tons.
    6. Design a strip layout for a multiple state (progressive die with consideration given to the most efficient use of materials and first (partial) blank problems.
    7. Interpret the information in suppliers’ catalogues pertaining to die sets, punches.
    8. Apply proper doweling fastening techniques to die sections, punch retainers.
    9. Layout the design of bridge strippers and spring strippers, and be able to calculate stripper force for spring selection.
    10. Produce accurate detail drawings of all parts of a progressive die, correctly dimensioned and toleranced, including ballooned assembly and parts list.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Piercing
    • Upper and lower shoes
    • Blanking
    • Cut-off punches
    • Die blocks
    • Punch retainers
    • Pilots
    • Strippers
    • Stops
    • Die clearances and allowances
    • Blanking force
    • Doweling fastening techniques
    • Die sections
    • Punch retainers
    • Bridge strippers
    • Spring strippers
    • Stripper force

     
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  • DESN 208 - Structural Design and Detailing

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  and DESN 109 - Construction Materials and Specifications  and MATH 122 - Applied Technical Mathematics  or MATH 136 - College Algebra  or MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Focuses on the design and detailing of commercial structural members, their connections, materials and methods of construction. Concentrates on traditional materials such as reinforced concrete, masonry, steel, and timber. Develops understanding of element behavior, its significance to detailing, and establishes the ability to prepare working drawings for structural projects.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify and detail different types of piers, footings, foundations, and pilings.
    2. Identify masonry structural systems and their applications.
    3. Detail sections using brick, block or stone as a primary material, including load bearing and prefabricated wall panels.
    4. Identify and detail timber structural members, connectors, plywoods, laminated sections, glulam beams, three hinge tudor arches, A-frames and post and beam structures.
    5. Calculate and draw structural sections from foundation to roof using proper symbols, notes, connections, and sizes.
    6. Identify types of reinforced, cast-in-place, precast concrete, columns, girders, beams, wall systems and thin shell structures.
    7. Detail structural concrete sections using proper symbols, notes, connection techniques, and sizes.
    8. Identify, size and detail structural steel members, steel connections, open-web joists, girders, and beams.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • The material - steel
    • Residential steel structural systems
    • The material - wood
    • Commercial steel structural systems
    • The material - Concrete
    • Industrial steel structural systems
    • Welded and bolted connections
    • Residential wood structural systems
    • Commercial wood structural systems
    • Industrial wood structural systems
    • Residential concrete structural systems
    • Commercial concrete structural systems
    • Industrial concrete structural systems

     
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  • DESN 209 - Estimating

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 109 - Construction Materials and Specifications  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    This course provides students with an understanding of building an estimate of the probable construction costs for any given project. To prepare an estimate of quantities, the student estimator must become familiar with working drawings, specifications, and various bid documents. While computerized estimating software is commonplace in industry, it is also essential that the student is able to apply the math theory behind quantification.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify different types of bids and contract documents.
    2. Correctly incorporate various types of agreements and the bonding process.
    3. Maintain a high degree of organization necessary for the quantification process.
    4. Compute construction quantities necessary for the construction of architectural and civil-type sites, considering various areas including excavation and concrete quantities.
    5. Manipulate a spreadsheet program to perform estimating.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Quantity surveying
    • Contract documents
    • Types of agreements
    • Specifications
    • Overhead
    • Excavation quantities
    • Concrete quantities
    • Masonry quantities
    • Profit

     
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  • DESN 210 - Surveying

    PREREQUISITES: MATH 122 - Applied Technical Mathematics  or MATH 136 - College Algebra  or MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This course provides students with a basic understanding of surveying equipment, procedures for performing measurements, turning angles, determining grades and other field applications. Surveying techniques and computations using the level, chain, and transit in calculating areas, lines, and grades will be covered in this course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Tape on sloping ground, (holding the tape and plumb bob in the various positions required for taping horizontally), employing voice signals, and recording entries in the field notebook. Distance should have an accuracy of 1:3000.
    2. Complete a level circuit of four turning points with an error not greater then .01 ft.
    3. Given an engineer’s level, demonstrate the proper procedure for setting it up and for reading the rod.
    4. Convert bearings to azimuths and azimuths to bearings.
    5. Compute bearing and distance from the origin to the point.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Tapes
    • Levels
    • Theodolites
    • Total stations
    • Traverse surveys
    • Latitudes and departures
    • Traverse adjustments
    • Rectangular coordinates

     
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  • DESN 211 - BIM Design I

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 204 - Architectural Design II  and MATH 122 - Applied Technical Mathematics ; or MATH 136 - College Algebra ; or MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2017

    Focuses on the planning and drawing of commercial or residential structures. Students will produce working drawings for pre-engineered and concrete/steel structures. Provides Design Technology students with essential skills to perform structural analysis of buildings.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Utilize design principles to achieve architectural planning with structural adaptations.
    2. Apply architectural skills to develop working drawings.
    3. Produce a complete set of working CAD drawings.
    4. Design projects with the proper combination of construction materials.
    5. Design projects with proper mechanical, electrical and plumbing plans.
    6. Prepare preliminary cost estimates based on structural designs.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Codes UBC
    • Indiana building code
    • Indiana building code standards
    • Local codes
    • Cost estimating
    • Designing: mechanical; electrical and plumbing systems
    • Formal presentation of project given to design faculty and design advisory committee

     
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  • DESN 212 - BIM Design II

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 211 - BIM Design I .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2017

    Presents the design and drawing of structures utilizing the Uniform Building Code (UBC). Focus is directed to structural systems and details of commercial or residential structures including wood, steel, and concrete. Applies lessons learned from DESN 211  Structural Design in BIM DESIGN I to new structure(s).

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Apply structural design requirements to architectural planning for tall or residential buildings.
    2. Utilize architectural design skills to develop construction & presentation drawings.
    3. Design a midrise building utilizing building codes and industry standards.
    4. Write concept statements based on aesthetic design requirements for tall or residential buildings.
    5. Develop an oral-presentation of building design.
    6. Identify and utilize basic structural design calculations, analysis of connections, and other structural design engineering concepts.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Site design
    • Wall construction
    • Loads on buildings
    • General concepts of high-rise building design
    • Connections
    • Building program requirements
    • Soil and foundations
    • Building code requirements on structural design
    • Beams and columns
    • Structural fundamentals
    • Steel construction
    • Concrete construction

     
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  • DESN 213 - CAD Mapping

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This course covers the concepts of map-making with CAD software and typical media found in the industry. Civil application of mapping procedures including profiles, topography, and site plans will also be discussed.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Prepare and lay out necessary drawings to convey the information gathered in the field.
    2. Demonstrate an understanding of mapping symbols and applications.
    3. Utilize a recorded plat, grading plan, and foundation plan to prepare a residential plot plan.
    4. Demonstrate the ability to put points and curve data into the computer and generate a construction plan.
    5. Enter points into the computer to generate a topographic survey.
    6. Identify types of mapping practices used in civil work.
    7. Prepare drawings using the proper symbols and scales.
    8. Compose a Legal Description.
    9. Demonstrate an understanding of Plat Maps and Grading Plans.
    10. Calculate Line and Curve Data.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Curve data
    • Plat maps
    • Grading plans
    • Symbols
    • Legal descriptions
    • Mapping practices
    • Construction plans
    • Profiles

     
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  • DESN 214 - Kinematics of Machinery

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 104 - Mechanical Graphics  and MATH 122 - Applied Technical Mathematics  or MATH 136 - College Algebra  or MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This non-calculus based course studies the application of kinematics theories to real world machinery. Static and motion applications will be studied.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Determine the static and motion characteristics of a machine.
    2. Apply kinematic theories to practical mechanisms.
    3. Understand mechanism design and selection.
    4. Use position, velocity, and acceleration to analyze a mechanism.
    5. Analysis should include but not be limited to:
      1. Cranks
      2. Cams
      3. Gears
      4. Drives
      5. Screws


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Vector analysis
    • Displacement
    • Design slider-crank mechanism
    • Velocity
    • Acceleration
    • Motion of cam, gears, belts, chains, and screws
    • Selection of cam, gears, belts, chains, and screws

     
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  • DESN 215 - Electronic Schematics

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Introduces students to electronic schematics, standardized symbols, and acceptable practices in creating various electrical and electronic drawings. Emphasizes the creation and manipulation of basic symbols, connection diagrams, block and logic diagrams, including the use of figure parts and data extraction. Introduction to analog and digital multimeters and other electronic measuring instruments.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Discuss basic electrical terminology and identify electrical symbols.
    2. Recognize and draw electronic symbols and schematics.
    3. Develop a simple schematic.
    4. Explain the terminology of electronic circuits and functions.
    5. Convert a simple engineering sketch into a schematic.
    6. Discuss the use of a parts library in standardizing drawings and reducing drawing time.
    7. Layout a block diagram.
    8. Layout a logic diagram.
    9. Extract information into a materials list.
    10. Properly document and annotate a schematic using accepted standards.
    11. Show proper electrical connections.
    12. Create a wiring diagram.
    13. Evaluate a schematic for compliance with appropriate technical and regulatory codes.
    14. Discuss the creation of a printed circuit board.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • American wire gauge
    • Bill of materials
    • Block diagram
    • Current
    • Ground
    • Ladder logic
    • National electrical code
    • Library of parts
    • Logic diagram
    • Reference numbers
    • Resistance
    • Schematic symbol
    • Voltage

     
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  • DESN 216 - Jig and Fixture Design

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 104 - Mechanical Graphics  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    The processes of drafting and design as applied to tooling. Emphasizes tooling, locators, supports, holding devices, clearances and design as it pertains to jig and fixtures.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify types and functions of jigs and fixtures.
    2. Apply design economy analysis.
    3. Design jig and fixtures using standard parts.
    4. Identify different types of standardized workholding styles.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Tool design
    • Template jigs
    • Jigs and fixtures
    • Workholding
    • Classification
    • Vise-held and plate fixtures
    • Referencing
    • Plate jigs
    • Locating
    • Angle-plate jigs and fixtures
    • Workholders
    • Channel and box jigs
    • Clamping
    • Vise-jaw jigs and fixtures
    • Tool bodies
    • Fastening devices
    • Economic Analysis
    • Comparative Analysis
    • Predesign Analysis
    • Human Elements
    • Drawing set

     
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  • DESN 217 - Design Process and Applications

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 220 - 3D Computer-Aided Design  or METC 220 - CAD for Mechanical Design  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2012

    Provides the student an opportunity to apply all previously acquired knowledge in the design of a new or existing consumer product or project. Students will study the design processes with consideration given to the function, aesthetics, cost economics and marketability of the product or project. A research paper and product illustration is required in this course.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Design or redesign a consumer product integrating ethics in design.
    2. Develop and analysis new concepts.
    3. Analyze the function of a product.
    4. Select proper materials.
    5. Develop a cost estimate breakdown.
    6. Research marketability, needs assessment.
    7. Develop a production flow diagram.
    8. Make sketches and produce working drawings of a product.
    9. Design or redesign a consumer product from the information obtained from research.
    10. Write a report on product developed.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Engineering design
    • Understanding the client’s problem
    • The design process
    • Managing the design process
    • Specifications
    • Ethics in design

     
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  • DESN 218 - Intro to Statics and Strength of Materials

    PREREQUISITES: MATH 122 - Applied Technical Mathematics , or MATH 136 - College Algebra  or MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2014

    This course is an introduction to design practices through the development of a foundational understanding of the applied forces and moments needed to maintain load-bearing structures in static equilibrium and the internal stresses developed within these structures.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Utilize vector analysis to model force/moment systems acting in equilibrium.
    2. Analyze static equilibrium in 2-dimensions, including 2-force, 3-force and multi-force members.
    3. Identify material properties of various materials.
    4. Identify and calculate tensile, compressive and shear stresses and resulting strains.
    5. Recognize where stress concentrations exist and their impact on design calculations.
    6. Determine design factors based on loading requirements and internal stress allowables.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Vectors
    • Forces & Moments
    • Static Equilibrium I & II
    • Intro to Stress
    • Mechanical Properties of Materials
    • Shear & Bending in Beams
    • Stresses in Beams & Columns
    • Combined Stresses
    • Design Considerations
    • Material Properties
    • Stress-Strain Curves
    • Proportional & Elastic Limits
    • Yield & Ultimate Strengths
    • Young’s Modulus
    • Truss Analysis
    • Force and Moment Diagrams

     
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  • DESN 219 - Asset Development and Multimedia Design

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 130  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2012

    Explores the interaction of multiple assets into advanced interactive web based media.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Operate media input devices.
    2. Explain the differences between various graphic file formats, image resolution.
    3. Develop computer-imaging skills.
    4. Design functional multimedia projects for consumer, education, and information based markets.
    5. Discuss the importance of research and collaborative design processes.
    6. Analyze and optimize graphic files for multimedia delivery.
    7. Discuss aesthetic concerns in image gathering and manipulation.
    8. Visualize ideas by means of preliminary sketches in concept development.
    9. Selection of appropriate software to build components for a multimedia presentation.
    10. Design with regard to space and medium specifications.
    11. Prepare computer files in a correct and practical manner to obtain appropriate output.
    12. Projects emphasize an appreciation of and the practical use of typography.
    13. Understanding of bit-map and object-oriented software.
    14. Successfully sharpen images using unsharp masking methods.
    15. Successfully color correct images using levels, curves and adjustment layers.
    16. Successfully resize images using correct interpolation methods.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Introduction to multimedia
    • Presentation software
    • Multimedia development techniques (animation, sound, video)
    • Concept to final comprehensive layout
    • Preparation and organization of computer files
    • Preparation, incorporation and manipulation of images
    • Digital color spaces as they relate to various output devices
    • Raster imaging, basic concepts
    • Vector and raster images
    • Resolution basics
    • Interpolation methods
    • Resizing
    • Importing and exporting images

     
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  • DESN 220 - 3D Computer-Aided Design

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2020

    This course will focus on 3D CAD features, including fundamentals of three-dimensional modeling for design. Includes overview of modeling, graphical manipulation, part structuring, coordinate system, and developing strategy of modeling.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Understand the similarities and differences between solid modeling and parametric solid modeling. [a,b,c]
    2. Navigate 3D space. [a,b,e]
    3. Create and modify 3D models. [a,b,e]
    4. Create production drawings from 3D models. [a,b,c,e]
    5. Demonstrate proficiency with 3D Printers by making industry part prints. [a,b,c,e]


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • 3D Modeling
    • UCS/WCS
    • Solid Modeling Techniques
    • Parametric Solid Modeling Techniques
    • Production Drawings
    • 3D Printer Applications

     
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  • DESN 221 - Statics

    PREREQUISITES: MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry 137  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2012

    Studies applied mechanics dealing with bodies at rest without the use of calculus. Covers units, vectors, forces, equilibrium, moments and couples, planar force systems, distributed forces, analysis of structures, and friction.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Determine the resultant of multiple force systems using vector analysis.
    2. Determine the reactive forces for structures in equilibrium including those with distributed loads.
    3. Analyze trusses and frame systems.
    4. Determine friction forces and coefficients to analyze static systems.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Unit systems
    • Vectors for analysis
    • Equilibrium
    • Newton’s Law
    • Moment
    • Resolve parallel forces, non-parallel forces, couples and distributed loads
    • Free-body diagrams
    • Forces in truss system
    • Use moment and forces to solve for unknowns in a system
    • Frame system
    • Friction forces

     
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  • DESN 222 - Strength of Materials

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 221 - Statics  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2012

    Studies internal stresses and physical deformations caused by externally applied loads to structural members. Covers stress and strain, shear stress, properties of areas, shearing force and bending moment, deformation of beams, columns and combined stresses. Studies various materials’ physical and mechanical properties.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Determine stresses and strains resulting from applied forces on structural systems and components.
    2. Determine the shear forces and bending moments in beams.
    3. Determine the deflection of beams.
    4. Determine the properties of areas including centroids, areas, volumes, and moments of inertia.
    5. Determine the mechanical and physical properties of various materials.
    6. Analyze columns under loading.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Centroids of a plane area
    • Centroids of composite areas
    • Radius of gyration
    • Centroids of structural cross sections
    • Polar moments of inertia
    • Moment of inertia of a plane area
    • Axial stress
    • Moment of inertia of a composite area
    • Shear stress
    • Understand and use parallel-axis theorem
    • Bearing stress
    • Axial strain
    • Shear strain
    • Bearing strain
    • Hook’s Law
    • Poisson’s Ratio
    • Thermal deformation
    • Saint Venant’s Principle
    • Fatigue
    • Shear force and bending moment diagrams
    • Deflection of beams
    • Combined stress
    • Column analysis

     
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  • DESN 223 - Parametric Solid Modeling

    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This course builds upon previous CAD experience and focuses on solid modeling techniques and design intent utilizing parametric solid modeling CAD software. Students will use parametric CAD software to create solid geometry for individual parts, create assemblies from the individual parts and then produce engineering working drawings from the solid models. Topics include sketching, part modeling, and assemblies.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Explain the different approaches to 3D modeling.
    2. Create sketch-based features.
    3. Choose an appropriate modeling scheme based on design intent.
    4. Apply constraints in a parametric model and assembly to capture and implement desired design intent.
    5. Create part models.
    6. Edit models.
    7. Create reference geometry.
    8. Managing parent/child relationships.
    9. Assemble components with constraints.
    10. Apply materials and extract basic engineering properties.
    11. Create and modify views for design communication (exploded, cutaway, etc.).
    12. Generate a complete set of working drawings.
    13. Create photo-realistic rendering of parts and assemblies.
    14. Apply aspects of color, lighting, and texture.
    15. Generate an animation.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Solid modeling
    • Sketching basic geometry features
    • Assembly modeling
    • Capturing design intent
    • Working drawings
    • Editing design models
    • Creating drawings
    • Rendering and visualization
    • Parent/child relationships
    • Creating direct features
    • 3D coordinate system
    • Assembling components using constraints

     
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  • DESN 224 - CAD Certification

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 113 - 2D Computer-Aided Design .
    COREQUISITES: DESN 225 - Portfolio Preparation .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2014

    Prepares the student for a CAD Professional exam. This course will thoroughly review and reinforce knowledge of the tools, features, and common tasks of CAD programs as assessed by the examination.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Take the CAD Certified Professional exam.
    2. Understanding the CAD workspace and user interface.
    3. Using basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools.
    4. Organizing drawing objects on layers.
    5. Inserting reusable symbols (blocks).
    6. Preparing a layout to be plotted.
    7. Adding text, hatching, and dimensions.
    8. Setting up layers, styles, and templates.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Altering Objects
    • Annotations
    • Create Template Content
    • Creating Additional Drawing Objects
    • Dimensioning
    • Drawing Organization and Inquiry Commands
    • Hatching Objects
    • Insert and Manage External References
    • Isolate or Hide Displayed Objects
    • Manipulating Objects
    • Layouts and Visibility
    • Printing and Plotting Reusable Content

     
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  • DESN 225 - Portfolio Preparation

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 104 - Mechanical Graphics  or DESN 105 - Architectural Design I  or Program Advisor Approval.
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2015

    Focuses on the student’s final portfolio for graduation and preparation for the job interview. Finalizes design project work demonstrating the required knowledge and skills for degree achievements along with resume and cover letter preparation. A presentation for the portfolio is required in this class. Every student must submit a copy of the final portfolio for departmental archives upon graduation.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Prepare all forms of design/project work for formal presentation as related to major(s).
    2. Make a portfolio presentation for critique to faculty and industry representatives.
    3. Compose a resume.
    4. Develop a cover letter and table of contents page.
    5. State your goal after your graduation.
    6. Summarize expectations of a job interview.
    7. Produce a portfolio with the required (regionally determined) comments which demonstrate:
      1. Well developed problem solving skills
      2. Manual/computer design, rendering, technical analysis, technical writing, and specification writing skills
      3. Professionally acceptable design skills
      4. Breadth skills in peripheral program areas, e.g., software, modeling
      5. Social, business and academic skills and knowledge
    8. Examine the field study opportunity as an option, e.g., co-op, internship.
    9. List career options.
    10. Analyze potential barriers to employment.
    11. Analyze and define the relationship of personal values and goals to work ethic both in and out of the workplace.
    12. Summarize opportunities for personal and career goals.
    13. Apply lifelong learning to individual situations.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • The design portfolio
    • Conceptual strategies
    • Typography
    • Developing the layout
    • Portfolio creation
    • Publishing on the Internet
    • Digital portfolios
    • Writing your resume
    • Writing a cover letter
    • Writing a follow-up letter
    • The interview process
    • Portfolio presentation and jury
    • Placement agencies

     
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  • DESN 227 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

    Introduces the fundamental principles of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing according to the latest ANSI standards. Students will apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing symbols along with tolerances of form, profile, orientation, run- out, and location to mechanical problems.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing symbols on drawings.
    2. Understand the similarities and differences between coordinate and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
    3. Describe the three-plane concept.
    4. Apply datums to appropriate surfaces.
    5. Understand the uses of and apply:
      1. Tolerances of orientation
      2. Location tolerances
      3. Tolerances of run-out
      4. Tolerances of profile


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Geometric dimensioning
    • Tolerancing symbols
    • Tolerances of form
    • Tolerances of profile
    • Tolerances of orientation
    • Tolerances of run-out
    • Tolerances of location.

     
    GRADING POLICY

    A 90-100
    B 80-89
    C 70-79
    D 60-69
    F 0-59

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  • DESN 228 - Civil I

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  and MATH 122 - Applied Technical Mathematics  or MATH 136 - College Algebra  or MATH 137 - Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    Presents an overview of the basics of infrastructure related design topics, including the study of roadway and drainage systems. Emphasizes the preparation of drawings pertaining to infrastructure design and site development. Numerical calculations related to the design topics will be discussed.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Compute volumes for cut and fill earthwork.
    2. Plot roadway cross-sections.
    3. Interpret contour maps.
    4. Compute runoff based on rainfall intensity and topography.
    5. Interpret highway plans.
    6. Plot vertical curves.
    7. Plot horizontal curves.
    8. Compute safe sight distances per AASHTO criteria.
    9. Compute required hydraulic openings of drainage structures based on runoff quantities.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Drainage
    • Topography
    • Curves
    • Cross-Sections
    • Contours
    • Plans
    • Earthwork
    • Runoff

     
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  • DESN 229 - Civil II

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 228 - Civil I  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    Presents advanced infrastructure related design topics, including highway structures, pavement types and geotechnical considerations. Emphasizes the preparation of drawings pertaining to various types of bridges. Drawing presentations of geotechnical site studies and pavement designs is also reviewed. Numerical calculations related to the design topics will be explained.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Identify soil types and compute relevant soil properties for design.
    2. Plot soil boring information.
    3. Identify major bridge types.
    4. Compute materials quantities for pricing bridge projects.
    5. Interpret bridge plans.
    6. Plot construction drawings for various bridge types.
    7. Identify HMA and SUPERPAVE characteristics


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Soils
    • Borings
    • Bridges
    • Plans
    • Pavements
    • Estimating
    • Superstructures
    • Substructures

     
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  • DESN 230 - Computer Modeling and Animation

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 101 - Intro to Design Technology  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This course contains an historical overview of the development of computer-generated imagery, including CADD, computer animation, computer art and visualization. This course will cover various aspects of 3-Dimensional modeling, lighting, and camera placement, as well as compositional and design aspects for presentation. Computer animation techniques such as keyframing, inverse kinematics, and simulation will be introduced. The course also includes an overview of storyboarding, scene composition, and lighting.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Evaluate and critique academic, commercial and laboratory contributions to the field of computer-generated imagery (CGI).
    2. Relate activities to gain an understanding of the evolution of CGI.
    3. Trace the roots of CGI institutions and activities.
    4. Develop an understanding of the theories and methodologies which are tuned to the capabilities and qualities inherent in software, hardware, and animation techniques, by examining the contributions of principals in the field in the context of the time.
    5. Critically review advances and contributions from technical, artistic and aesthetic perspectives.
    6. Define computer graphics terminology.
    7. Demonstrate basic 3D modeling techniques and processes.
    8. Use appropriate vocabulary and graphical conventions of animation.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Creating objects
    • Historical perspective on animation
    • Transforms
    • Viewport navigation and display
    • Modifying objects
    • Object selection and display
    • Animation
    • Editing meshes
    • Editing shapes
    • Compound objects
    • Lights
    • Cameras
    • Creating materials
    • Working with texture maps
    • Rendering and final output

     
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  • DESN 232 - Sustainable Site Design

    PREREQUISITES: COMM 101 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking  and ENGL 111 - English Composition  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011

    Presents the principles and processes involved in the evaluation, design, and presentation of sustainable design practices as they relate to site development.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Understand methodologies involved in ascertaining client program requirements.
    2. Comprehend the impact upon the planning process of client required revisions to existing plans and specifications.
    3. Demonstrate the ability to communicate design concepts to the client.
    4. Develop team building skills.
    5. Contribute to the development of a professional presentation that illustrates desired site planning outcomes.
    6. Demonstrate the ability to self evaluate project time tables, quality, and client expectations.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Pre-design assessment
    • Site planning
    • Hydrology
    • Reuse and recycling vegetation
    • Professional communications
    • Reuse of construction generated soils
    • Team building and participation
    • Sustainable materials selection
    • Design strategy and process
    • Site construction

     
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  • DESN 271 - Introduction to Solidworks

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 113 - 2D Computer-Aided Design .
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2015

    Introduction of fundamental features of Solidworks design software and its major applications in industry. Students will acquire knowledge and skills of technical drawing creation, communication, and drawing management utilizing Solidworks.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Understand the similarities and differences between 2D sketches and 3D models.
    2. Perform parametric sketching using geometric and dimensional constraints.
    3. Manage and navigate the 3D modeling environment.
    4. Incorporate design intent in an effort to create robust, easily edited 3D models.
    5. Create, modify, and use 3D solid models.
    6. Create assembly models of 3D components.
    7. Create production drawings based on solid models and solid assemblies.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Sketching with dimensions and geometric constraints
    • Basics of part creation and editing 3D geometry
    • Modeling and managing assemblies
    • Creating working drawings from 3D models and assemblies
    • Advanced 3D part modeling and editing techniques
    • File commands related to the usage of Solidoworks
    • Design intent and how it impacts the 3D modeling process

     
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  • DESN 272 - Advanced Solid Modeling

    PREREQUISITES: DESN 220 - 3D Computer-Aided Design  
    PROGRAM: Design Technology
    CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
    LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
    LAB HOURS MIN: 2
    DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011

    This course covers the modeling of complex parts, complex surfaces, rapid prototyping, sheet metal parts, stress analysis, automatic bill of materials generation, and other advanced modeling techniques as time permits.

    MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

    1. Create complex shapes (e.g.: using lofts with guided surfaces).
    2. Create irregular surface shapes.
    3. Modify design with help of rapid prototyping.
    4. Create sheet metal parts and control the method of calculating bend allowances.
    5. Introduction to internal stress analysis (finite element analysis).
    6. Create assembly with an automatic Bill of Materials.


    COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

    • Complex and irregular shapes
    • Rapid prototyping
    • Sheet metal bend calculations and part design
    • Stress analysis (finite element analysis)
    • Automatic Bill of Materials.

     
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