Prerequisite: instructor's consent. The profession of phlebotomy is taught through lecture, student laboratory, and clinical experiences.

Prerequisite(s): minimum grade of "C" (74%) in AHMA 203, HTH 140, and HIT 265. This course prepares eligible medical assistant students and/or current practicing medical assistants who are ready to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)Clinical Certified Medical Assistant Certificate (CCMA) national exam.

Prerequisites: a grade of "C" (74%) or above in all AHMA and AHMS courses. This course provides students with hands on experience in a ambulatory care setting. Students are required to complete 180 documented clinical hours at assigned clinics in addition to other coursework.

This course is a systematic approach to scientific terminology that prepares students to function properly in fields related to the medical profession. Familiarity with word elements and competent use of a medical dictionary are emphasized.

Prerequisites: AHMT 201, AHMT 205, AHMT 210, AHMT 230, AHMT 295v, AHMT 295x, and BIOM 250NL with a minimum grade of 75% in both the lecture and laboratory portions of each course. Corequisite: AHMT 295y. This course connects the morphology and behavior of microorganisms to clinically significant situations. It includes the study and laboratory applications of antibiotic susceptibility methods and molecular techniques used in clinical microbiology. It also includes the pre-analytical phase of specimen collection and preparation and causative agents of various pathophysiological states.

Prerequisites: AHMT 201, AHMT 205, AHMT 210, AHMT 230, AHMT 295v, AHMT 295x, and BIOM 250NL with a minimum grade of 75% in both the lecture and laboratory portions of each course. Corequisite: AHMT 295y. This course connects the morphology and behavior of microorganisms to clinically significant situations. It includes the study and laboratory applications of antibiotic susceptibility methods and molecular techniques used in clinical microbiology. It also includes the pre-analytical phase of specimen collection and preparation and causative agents of various pathophysiological states.

Prerequisites: AHMT 201, AHMT 205, AHMT 210, AHMT 230, AHMT 240, AHMT 295v, and AHMT 295x with a minimum grade of 75% in both the lecture and the laboratory portions of each course. Corequisite: AHMT 235. This course is a health-related, work-based learning experience allowing students to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts especially in the area of Immunohematology (Blood Bank) and Clinical Microbiology.

Prerequisites: AHMT 201, AHMT 205, AHMT 210, AHMT 230, AHMT 240, AHMT 295v, and AHMT 295x with a minimum grade of 75% in both the lecture and the laboratory portions of each course. Corequisite: AHMT 235. This course is a health-related, work-based learning experience allowing students to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts especially in the area of Immunohematology (Blood Bank) and Clinical Microbiology.

Prerequisites: AHPT 101, AHPT 105, AHPT 201, AHPT 205, AHPT 206, AHPT 213, AHPT 215, AHPT 218, and AHPT 220. Corequisite: AHPT 295. This concentrated course integrates skills and techniques from previous clinical experiences and from the coursework presented throughout the PTA program. It focuses on presentation of comprehensive treatment plans utilizing all treatment skills and techniques learned during the previous semesters. The students will be expected to prepare and present a case study that will follow the patient through the continuum of care. Students will be required to relate sociological, physical, and psychological aspects of illness and injury to their projects. Preparation for the state's licensure exam is covered in this course, including the Practice Exam and Assessment Tool (PEAT) and/or Scorebuilders. Students will also develop a professional portfolio providing evidence of competency, self-assessment and career goals.

Prerequisites: AHPT 101, AHPT 201, AHPT 205, AHPT 206, AHPT 210, AHPT 213, AHPT 215, AHPT 218, AHPT 220 and AHPT 280. Corequisite: AHPT 225. This is the third of three full-time clinical experiences during which the student develops proficiency in physical therapy procedures, understanding of clinical responsibilities and supervisory relationships with a minimum competence necessary to graduate as an entry-level physical therapist assistant and become an active participant of a health care team. This course will include a seven-week clinical rotation at an approved site.

Prerequisite: AHXR 195y-Radiographic Clinicial: II. This course rotates students through various pre-assigned shifts and clinical sites. Experience is gained by performing exams under the supervision of staff technologists during early morning, midday, late evening, and weekend shifts. Sites are multiple and varied providing the students with diversity in patient conditions and types of exams.

This class is a survey of the history of painting, architecture, sculpture, and other arts of Western Civilization - Ancient to Middle Ages.

This class is a survey of the history of painting, architecture, sculpture, and other arts of Western Civilization - Renaissance to Modern.

This course, a presentation to art students with varying degrees of talent and exposures to instruction, is designed to help each student develop his or her own unique style. Considerable emphasis is placed upon the perception of the draftsperson and problems arising from the representation of three-dimensional objects on two-dimensional planes. Exercises using a variety of media and papers will occupy a great portion of this course. Class problems and assignments are planned to meet the individual needs of all students. Uniformity is not the aim. The major aim is the exposure to, and subsequent assimilation of, basic drawing "tools."

This elementary painting course seeks to acquaint students with the basic tools of the painter, focusing on technique and materials. Each assignment is tailored to both satisfy the need for individual expression and to present a vehicle for the practice of new techniques.

This course is a comprehensive introduction to sculptural ceramic processes and equipment. This course may be repeated for a total of nine credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans' benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.

This course is designed for all levels of students interested in developing pottery throwing skills including wheel throwing, trimming clay and glazing techniques. This course may be repeated for a total of nine credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans' benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.

This is an introductory course in personal finance and will expose the student to the issues and importance of personal finance. This course introduces the concepts and applications of personal finance and the importance of personal finance in both business and everyday living. The focus is on explaining the process of financial planning and the logic behind it and why it is important to the potential small business person or to the individual.

Prerequisites: M 065.This course reviews the use of basic mathematical concepts as they apply to business. Includes calculations of cash reconciliations, payroll, discounts, interest, taxes, depreciation, inventory, time value of money, and other business applications.

This course, designed for non-biology majors, is a survey of organization and complexity of living organisms, including biological macromolecules, cell structure and function, metabolism and nutrition, reproduction, development, heredity, and the diversity of living organisms and their ecological relationships. General education credit can be earned for either BIOB 101 or BIOB 160, but not both. Laboratory work is included.

An introduction to the principles of biology, this course includes the chemical basis of life, the cell, metabolism, homeostasis, reproduction, development and heredity. Laboratory work included.

Introduction to the principles of botany, this course covers plants, their structure, growth and taxonomy as related to manipulation and utilization with emphasis on the identification and uses of local native plants.

Prerequisites: appropriate placement test score in math or grade of "C" or better in M 065 within the past 2 years, or chemistry department consent.An investigation of chemistry, including software and other tools, laboratory methods, and problem solving skills, topics in this course include the scientific method and its role in the continued development of chemistry; physical and chemical changes; chemical reactions; atoms, elements, and the periodic table; units of measure; dimensional analysis; uncertainty and propagation of error; states of matter; chemical bonding; writing and balancing chemical equations; naming chemical substances; and solving stoichiometry and limiting reactant problems.

Prerequisites: appropriate score on chemistry placement exam, or grade of "B-" or better in CHMY 105NL within the past 2 years, or Chemistry Department consent. As the first semester of an introduction to general, inorganic, organic and biological chemistry, this course covers measurement systems, atomic structure, chemical periodicity, bonding, chemical reactions, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry. Laboratory included.

This course is a study of and practice in communication skills in professional life and in daily relationships.

This course focuses on the reading and writing of poetry with emphasis on the techniques of imaginative writing and critical appraisal.

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.This course consists of undergraduate research under the supervision of a full-time faculty member. This course may be repeated for a total of 12 credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans' benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.

Prerequisite(s): CULA 111.This course provides practical work experience in managing large catered events for both on and off-premise college sanctioned events during the summer semester. Students are provided with an opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills in culinary, baking, pastry, and management.

Prerequisite(s): CULA 110. This course introduces students to the basic elements of nutrition, discusses nutritional menu planning, development of healthy recipes, and describes marketing nutrition in the hospitality industry. As consumer demands for healthful eating continue to increase, professionals in food service must have a thorough knowledge of nutrition to best meet and exceed those needs. The characteristics, functions and food sources of the major nutrients and the procedures used to maximize nutrient retention in preparation and storage of foods will be examined. Students will apply the principles of nutrient needs throughout the life cycle to menu planning and food production.

Prerequisite(s): CULA 220. This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of menu construction. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the menu in creating a successful business. Throughout the semester, students will examine and analyze various models and learn how changes to the menu can markedly increase/decrease sales, create interest, meet individual tastes and nutritional needs, and be used as an important sales and marketing tool.

This is a systems-oriented class designed to introduce students to the concepts, techniques, and applications of PC based computer aided drafting. The class will provide students with the competencies required to create, edit, and output drawings in both digital and printed format. Command structures, coordinate drawing, text dimensions and fill structures will be covered.

This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles and concepts of individual, business, and government behavior, including basic economic analysis of choice and its consequences, and supply and demand. Additional analysis of the costs of production and theories of business firm output and pricing decisions, labor and wage determination, income distribution, politics, health care and environmental issues will be addressed.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is considered the desired level of medical training by many Emergency Medical Transport agencies. The course focuses on skill development in the primary responsibilities of the EMT, which are to bring emergency medical care to victims of emergencies, to stabilize their condition, and to transport them safely and expeditiously to an appropriate facility. The course is a combination of classroom work, skills lab, and practical experience. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification examinations. All aspects of authorization/certification are the responsibility of the student.

Prerequisite: program director's consent.This course provides an opportunity to study and manage trauma and medical emergencies from a case study perspective. Trauma topics include shock; head, spinal, thoracic, and abdominal trauma; burns; and environmental emergencies. Medical topics include respiratory, cardiac, and neurologic emergencies; endocrinology, hematology, infectious diseases, and anaphylaxis.

Prerequisite: program director's consent. This course prepares the paramedic student for the national registry paramedic exam. It is a review of the cognitive and affective behaviors taught throughout the fall and spring semesters of the paramedic program.

Prerequisite: program director's consent.This course prepares the paramedic student for the national registry paramedic psychomotor exam. It is a review of the psychomotor skills taught throughout the fall and spring semesters of the paramedicine program.

Prerequisite: program director's consent.This course prepares the paramedic student for the national registry paramedic psychomotor exam. It is a review of the psychomotor skills taught throughout the fall and spring semesters of the paramedicine program.

Prerequisites: program director consent.This course provides the opportunity to apply, in the field, the didactic knowledge and skills developed in the classroom and lab. This course serves as the final field experience in assisting the student to become an employable EMS provider. Cognitive, psychomotor, and affective evaluation skills addressed include patient assessment, history gathering, treatment prioritizing, diagnostic impression, protocol knowledge, radio communication, written documentation, airway management, fluid/drug management, cardiac management, trauma and medical emergencies management, attitude, professionalism, assertiveness, and team leader qualities.

Prerequisites: program director consent.This course provides the opportunity to apply, in the field, the didactic knowledge and skills developed in the classroom and lab. This course serves as the final field experience in assisting the student to become an employable EMS provider. Cognitive, psychomotor, and affective evaluation skills addressed include patient assessment, history gathering, treatment prioritizing, diagnostic impression, protocol knowledge, radio communication, written documentation, airway management, fluid/drug management, cardiac management, trauma and medical emergencies management, attitude, professionalism, assertiveness, and team leader qualities.

This course provides an introduction to the principles of graphic design that can be applied in photography, painting, and fine arts. The course covers the fundamentals of graphic design with an emphasis on creative problem solving. Students will learn composition, color theory, models and schemes, design components, typography and terminology, resolution, design basics to prepare for web, the marketing process including branding, standard business practices, contracts and ethical guidelines for the graphic arts industry. Students work on critical thinking skills by completing visual problem-solving exercises.

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Exploration of techniques and formats used for the documentation and presentation of 2D and 3D artworks. Film, digital and web-based technologies will be used. Students will learn how to create and present portfolios of artwork.

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Exploration of techniques and formats used for the documentation and presentation of 2D and 3D artworks. Film, digital and web-based technologies will be used. Students will learn how to create and present portfolios of artwork.

Prerequisite(s): Students must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Montana Driver's License.This course teaches the skills necessary to obtain a Class A CDL learner's permit through classroom instruction. It includes the driving experience necessary to pass the pre-trip, skills, and driving exam for the Montana Class A CDL. In addition, students will receive the necessary training in order to obtain a School Bus, Combo, Air Brakes, and Tanker endorsements.

Prerequisite(s): Students must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Montana Driver's License.This course teaches the skills necessary to obtain a Class A CDL learner's permit through classroom instruction. It includes the driving experience necessary to pass the pre-trip, skills, and driving exam for the Montana Class A CDL. In addition, students will receive the necessary training in order to obtain a School Bus, Combo, Air Brakes, and Tanker endorsements.

Prerequisite(s): Students must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Montana Driver's License.This course teaches the skills necessary to obtain a Class A CDL learner's permit through classroom instruction. It includes the driving experience necessary to pass the pre-trip, skills, and driving exam for the Montana Class A CDL. In addition, students will receive the necessary training in order to obtain a School Bus, Combo, Air Brakes, and Tanker endorsements.

This course introduces students to equipment work site safety, grade stake interpretation, and soil composition and characteristics. Students learn the operation of dump trucks, skid steers, dozers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, scrapers, and motor graders to the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) standards.

Prerequisite(s): HEO 105.This course is a continuation of HEO 105 designed to develop student proficiencies in equipment operational safety, soil stabilization and good grade determination, and operation of equipment that is fitted with GPS. Proficiency in the operation of all pieces of equipment is expected. Students will give presentations on topics in construction, excavation, or maintenance of equipment.

Designed for individuals who hold or have previously held a CDL to review and enhance their knowledge and skills for reentry into the commercial driving field or to meet compliance requirements.

This introductory course focuses on the reading, enjoyment, and critical analysis of fiction, poetry and drama. Students will read world literature, as well as works of the American West, contemporary dramatists, minority writers, and works focusing on the lives of immigrants, expatriates, and first-generation Americans.

This course is an examination of regional literature in the context of critical multiculturalism. It analyzes topics through historical and cultural lenses and may focus on a specific regional literature or adopt a comparative approach.

This course will study the development of science fiction as a literary genre that investigates the technological and social dilemmas encountered by humanity. The history of science fiction, the significant authors, and the genre's moral questions will be covered through an examination of the texts and films that have framed science fiction.

Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score or Math Department consent.This course is designed for those students who need to improve their pre-algebra skills. Topics include signed numbers, basic factoring, basic equation solving, and an introduction to polynomials, square roots, basic graphing and basic exponent rules.

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or "SA" or better in M 065, or Math Department consent.This course provides an introduction to algebra. The course covers the topics of solving and graphing linear equations, solving systems of linear equations, introductory polynomials and factoring, basic function notation, and graphing and solving basic quadratics. Graphical and algebraic approaches to solving equations and application problems will be used throughout the course.

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or "SA" or better in M 065, or Math Department consent.This course provides an introduction to algebra. The course covers the topics of solving and graphing linear equations, solving systems of linear equations, introductory polynomials and factoring, basic function notation, and graphing and solving basic quadratics. Graphical and algebraic approaches to solving equations and application problems will be used throughout the course.

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "SA" or "C" or better in M065, appropriate placement test score, or Math Department consentThis course is designed for students as the alternative to the traditional algebraic math sequence and to prepare them for college-level math courses emphasizing quantitative methods. Emphasis will be placed on using data and appropriate mathematical models to make decisions, while developing logical reasoning and critical thinking skills. Topics include proportional reasoning, utilizing various graphical representations, linear equations (including systems of linear equations), and basic probability and statistics.

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "SA" or "C" or better in M065, appropriate placement test score, or Math Department consentThis course is designed for students as the alternative to the traditional algebraic math sequence and to prepare them for college-level math courses emphasizing quantitative methods. Emphasis will be placed on using data and appropriate mathematical models to make decisions, while developing logical reasoning and critical thinking skills. Topics include proportional reasoning, utilizing various graphical representations, linear equations (including systems of linear equations), and basic probability and statistics.

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 090, or Math Department consent.This course is the second semester of algebra review and provides preparation for pre-calculus. This course concentrates on quadratic, rational, exponential, and logarithmic expressions and equations. This course also covers the graphs of functions, inequalities, and solving linear systems of equations.

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 090, or Math Department consent.This course is the second semester of algebra review and provides preparation for pre-calculus. This course concentrates on quadratic, rational, exponential, and logarithmic expressions and equations. This course also covers the graphs of functions, inequalities, and solving linear systems of equations.

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "B-" or better in M 094, enrolled in M015, or MathDepartment consent.The course will cover systems of linear equations and matrix algebra including linear programming. An introduction to probability with emphasis on models and probabilistic reasoning will be covered. Examples of applications will be demonstrated from a wide variety of fields.

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 095, or Math Department consent.This course is the first semester of a precalculus series. Topics covered include equations, systems of linear equations and methods of solution (including matrices), exponents and radicals, linear and quadratic functions (and their graphs), exponential and logarithmic functions (and their graphs), sequences and series.

Prerequisite: grade of "C" or better in M121, appropriate placement test score, or Math Department consent.This course is the second semester of a precalculus series. Trigonometric functions are introduced using the circular and angular definitions. Trigonometric graphs, identities, equations, and applications are investigated. Polar coordinates, polar graphs, and conic sections are also covered.

Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score, a grade of "B-" or better in M 94, enrolled in M015, or Math Department consent.This course will apply mathematical reasoning and problem solving to the healthcare field. Topics covered include operations in the real number system, linear functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, dimensional analysis, concentration calculations, proportional reasoning, introductory statistics (including basic regression analysis), and introductory probability concepts. This course is intended for students pursuing healthcare programs.

Students gain hands-on experience in CNC machining as part of this CNC essentials course. Designed for beginners and career changers, students learn CNC basics.

Prerequisite: instructor's consent. Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, brass, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style at a beginner level. Students also attend concerts and have the option to perform. This course may be repeated for a total of eight credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.

Prerequisite: instructor's consent. Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, brass, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style at a beginner level. Students also attend concerts and have the option to perform. This course may be repeated for a total of eight credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.

Prerequisites: successful completion of a background check from an approved vendor, completion of required immunizations, ability to lift 25 pounds, and nursing department consent.Concepts and practices in basic skills for CNA. Course includes basic medical terminology, basic human anatomy and physiology, and the aging process. Students will gain understanding and application of the skills required to address the needs of the chronically ill residents in long-term care facilities. State of Montana CNA testing administered at the end of course.

Prerequisites: BIOH 104NL, M 094, PSYX 100, WRIT 101, and acceptance into the PN program Corequisites: NRSG 131. This course introduces learners to knowledge, basic clinical skills, and attitudes essential for the nursing role. The course approach presents concepts and behaviors of nursing roles within the context of the nursing process and multicultural, holistic healthcare. Emphasis is on theoretical and practical concepts of nursing skills required to meet the needs of patients in a variety of settings.

Prerequisite(s) BIOH 104NL, M 094, PSYX 100A and WRIT 101W and acceptance into the PN program. Corequisite(s): NRSG 130. This lab is an integration of clinical skills performance using healthcare scenarios which focus on implementation of the nursing process, clinical decision making, and caring interventions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in a variety of healthcare settings.

Prerequisites: BIOH 104NL, M 094, PSYX 100A, WRIT 101W and acceptance into the PN program. Corequisite(s): NRSG 136. This course introduces the student to the knowledge needed to provide safe nursing care to clients across the life span in the administration of medications. Content covered includes the basic pathophysiology of common disease processes, as well as the basic principles of pharmacology such as pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, medication interactions, and potential adverse medication reactions. The emphasis is on client centered care utilizing the nursing process and incorporating evidence-based practice within the licensed practical nurse scope of practice.

Prerequisite(s): BIOH 104NL, M 094, PSYX 100, WRIT 101 and acceptance into the PN program. Corequisite(s): NRSG 135. This lab integrates the knowledge of safe medication administration into a laboratory environment. This includes dosage calculation, and safe administration of medications through a variety of appropriate routes, including intravenous therapy.

Prerequisite(s): BIOH 104, PSYX 100, M 094 and WRIT 101, acceptance into the PN program. Corequisite(s): NRSG 153. This course presents the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to provide high quality holistic nursing care for the geriatric patient as well as other vulnerable populations in the local and rural communities. The safe application of the nursing process in community based, patient-centered, interdisciplinary care environments is emphasized in order to promote patients well-being in regards to common acute and chronic health issues, including end-of-life and palliative care.

This clinical integrates theory into the clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): BIOH 104, M 094, PSYX 100, WRIT 101, and acceptance into the PN program. Corequisite(s): NRSG 152. The emphasis is on promoting the highest level of health and wellness for common acute and chronic health issues for the geriatric and other vulnerable populations in local and rural communities.

This course relates nutritional needs during different stages of the life cycle. Basic concepts of human nutrition including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, absorption, digestions, metabolism, and energy utilization and how they relate to health and food consumption are covered.

This is a beginning course about digital photography and the digital darkroom. Students learn about capturing technology of digital cameras and scanners, digital shooting techniques and computer transfer technology of monitors, printers and graphic programs.

This is a beginning course about digital photography and the digital darkroom. Students learn about capturing technology of digital cameras and scanners, digital shooting techniques and computer transfer technology of monitors, printers and graphic programs.

Prerequisite: PHOT 154.This course gives students advanced instruction in specialized digital photography areas: shooting at night, using flash and related tools, shooting portraiture, macro-photographing, indoor shooting and printing. Basic computer skills are required. Students must have access to digital camera, printer, and associated software. Students must provide their own photo-quality paper.

Students will explore the nature, purpose, and forms of the American government; relationship between function and structure; dynamics of political change; governmental problems of modern society; emphasis upon constitutional principles, political processes, public opinion, interest groups, political parties, elections, congress, the Presidency and the Courts.

This course is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Topics include (but are not limited to) the history and disciplines of psychology, research methods, the biological bases of behavior, human development, sensation and perception, consciousness, cognition, intelligence, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, stress and coping, disorders and their treatments, and social psychology.

This course is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Topics include (but are not limited to) the history and disciplines of psychology, research methods, the biological bases of behavior, human development, sensation and perception, consciousness, cognition, intelligence, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, stress and coping, disorders and their treatments, and social psychology.

A course designed to introduce the student to the concepts and terms used in the study of man as a social being, it addresses group life of humans: culture, society, association, institutions, collective behavior, and social interaction.

Using a variety of sociological perspectives, this course looks at the relationship between race, gender, and class in the United States and around the world. Emphasis on historical and comparative analysis, distribution of power, conflict and reconciliation, and social change.

Prerequisite: Grade of "C" or better in M115M, M121M, or M140M, appropriate placement test score, or Math Department consent.Graphical methods, measures of location and dispersion, probability, commonly used distributions, estimation, and tests of hypotheses through analysis of variance are introduced. Five major probability distributions are discussed: the binomial, normal, student's t, chi-square, and the F distribution.

This class can be taken in conjunction with approved summer technical theatre employment. 

This course is an introduction to welding theory. The fundamentals of welding equipment used in oxyacetylene, shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, gas tungsten arc, including welding and cutting safety. Basic metallurgy and welding process theory will be incorporated. Some computer training is included.

Prerequisite: score of 11 or better on FVCC Writing Placement, or a score of 75 or better on COMPASS placement test, or a grade of "C-" or better in WRIT 100. Instruction and practice in expository writing. This course emphasizes specific writing and revision techniques to develop coherence, conciseness, clear and forceful style and voice, and thinking skills. Assignments range from short pieces to essays and a research paper. Mastery of the basics of grammar and mechanics is assumed.

Prerequisite: score of 11 or better on FVCC Writing Placement, or a score of 75 or better on COMPASS placement test, or a grade of "C-" or better in WRIT 100. Instruction and practice in expository writing. This course emphasizes specific writing and revision techniques to develop coherence, conciseness, clear and forceful style and voice, and thinking skills. Assignments range from short pieces to essays and a research paper. Mastery of the basics of grammar and mechanics is assumed.