Jun 22, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions



Courses by Type (Subject Area)

 

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJK 0018 - Legal


    64 Clock Hours/2.13 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to introduce the student to the criminal justice system, Constitutional Law and Florida Statutes. This course includes classroom instruction and scenario-based training exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
64 Clock Hours/2.13 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0019 - Interviewing and Report Writing


    56 Clock Hours/1.87 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to help the student learn vital communication skills including interviewing, note taking, statement taking, and report writing. This course includes classroom instruction and scenario-based training exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
56 Clock Hours/1.87 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0020 - Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations


    48 Clock Hours/1.60 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. This course is designed to prepare prospective police officers to apply vehicle operations knowledge, principles and techniques to the police driving environment. This course includes classroom instruction and practical application on the driving range. This course is only open to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement. Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
48 Clock Hours/1.60 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0021 - Serving Your Community


    34 Clock Hours/1.30 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

     This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to train students to respond to the needs of the community and people in distress. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
34 Clock Hours/1.30 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0031 - First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers


    48 Clock Hours/1.60 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Law Enforcement and Correctional Officer Academy. This course is designed to prepare prospective police officers to apply first responder knowledge and techniques to medical emergency situations. This course includes classroom instruction and hands-on practical demonstration. This course is open only to students admitted to the Law Enforcement or the Correctional Officer Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
48 Clock Hours/1.60 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0040 - Criminal Justice Firearms


    80 Clock Hours/2.67 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement or Correctional Officer Academy. This course is designed to give the student basic skills and knowledge needed to safety operate a firearm, and shoot a handgun, and shotgun and/or rifle with a prescribed degree of accuracy. This course includes classroom instruction and firing range practice/qualification. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement or Correctional Officer Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
80 Clock Hours/2.67 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0051 - Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics


    80 Clock Hours/2.67 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement or Correctional Officer Academy. It is designed to prepare prospective officers to control subjects and defend themselves using appropriate defensive tactics in accordance with Florida State Statue, the United States Constitution, and case law. This course includes classroom instruction and practical physical exercises and demonstrations. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement or Correctional Officer Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
80 Clock Hours/2.67 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0063 - Fundamentals of Patrol


    40 Clock Hours/1.33 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to enable students to understand Community Oriented Policing and how it is implemented as a problem solving model, identify the SECURE problem solving model its application in real life situations; understand officer safety issues, identify and avoid fatal errors, identify and manage stress, maintain mental and physical fitness; respond to a call, approach a suspect, make an arrest, transport a prisoner and process the prisoner at a detention facility. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
40 Clock Hours/1.33 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0072 - Crimes Against Persons


    48 Clock Hours/1.60 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to prepare the student to respond appropriately to a crime against a person; conduct a preliminary investigation on crimes against persons; and, give testimony in court proceedings. It includes classroom instruction and practical exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
48 Clock Hours/1.60 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0073 - Crimes Involving Property and Society


    12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to prepare the student to respond appropriately to crimes against property; conduct a preliminary investigation on crimes against persons; and, give testimony in court proceedings. It includes classroom instruction and practical exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0079 - Crime Scene Follow-Up Investigations


    34 Clock Hours/1.13 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to prepare the student to respond to a crime scene, protect and survey a crime scene, process a crime scene, dust for latent prints, and document a crime scene by sketching, and conduct follow up investigations. This course includes classroom instruction and scenario-based training exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
34 Clock Hours/1.13 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0093 - Critical Incidents


    44 Clock Hours/1.47 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It is designed to enable students to identify the crowd control procedures to safely and effectively disperse or control a large group of people; understand local emergency response plans; respond to a bomb threat, assesses the scene, search and evacuate a building or suspected bomb sight, identify Weapons of Mass Destruction and properly respond to a WMD incident. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
44 Clock Hours/1.47 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0096A - Criminal Justice Physical Fitness I


    31 Clock Hours/1.00 Vocational Credit
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course is a component of the Law Enforcement Florida CMS and Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academies. It is designed to encourage students to improve their overall physical fitness, improve their score on the final fitness evaluation, and adopt a foundation for lifelong fitness. This course is open only to students admitted to the Law Enforcement Florida CMS Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
31 Clock Hours/1.00 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0096B - Criminal Justice Physical Fitness II


    32 Clock Hours/1.00 Vocational Credit
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course is a component of the Law Enforcement Florida CMS and Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academies. It is designed to encourage students to improve their overall physical fitness, improve their score on the final fitness evaluation, and adopt a foundation for lifelong fitness. This course is open only to students admitted to the Law Enforcement Florida CMS Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
32 Clock Hours/1.00 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0300 - Introduction to Corrections


    33 Clock Hours/1.10 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course introduces students to the legal and ethical responsibilities of a correctional officer. Legal terms and definitions are explained. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
33 Clock Hours/1.10 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0305 - CJSTC Communications


    42 Clock Hours/1.40 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    This course covers the entire report writing process. Topics include interview and interrogation, interpersonal communication, and practical exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
42 Clock Hours/1.40 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0310 - Officer Safety


    12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credits
    (Offered as needed)

    Correctional officer safety procedures are learned. Students will learn to identify potential hazards and learn how to safely respond. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credits
  
  • CJK 0315 - Facility and Equipment


    12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    Students learn the appropriate procedures for inspecting a correctional facility and equipment. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0320 - Intake and Release


    18 Clock Hours 0.60 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    Students learn the appropriate procedures for admitting and releasing inmates in a correctional facility. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
18 Clock Hours 0.60 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0325 - Supervising in a Correctional Facility


    42 Clock Hours/1.40 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    Students learn the appropriate procedures for supervising inmates in a correctional facility. They also learn to detect crimes and rule violations in various correctional facility settings. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
42 Clock Hours/1.40 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0330 - Supervising Special Populations


    21 Clock Hours/0.70 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    Students learn how to identify and supervise special population groups, such as threat groups, juveniles, elderly, and mentally ill inmates. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
21 Clock Hours/0.70 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0335 - Responding to Incidents and Emergencies


    18 Clock Hours/0.60 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    Students learn how to identify and respond to situations involving escapes, riots, bomb threats, fires, and medical emergencies in a correctional facility. This course is open only to students admitted to the Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
18 Clock Hours/0.60 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0400 - Traffic Incidents


    12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It introduces the student to traffic incidents, laws pertaining to traffic parking, towing and impoundment of vehicles, and methods of directing traffic. It includes classroom instruction and practical exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
12 Clock Hours/0.40 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0401 - Traffic Stops


    24 Clock Hours/0.80 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It introduces the student to the basic rules for conducting safe and effective traffic stops, including ethical consideration, safety considerations, citation and warning procedures. It includes classroom instruction and practical proficiency exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
24 Clock Hours/0.80 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0402 - Traffic Crash Investigations


    30 Clock Hours/1.00 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It introduces the student to traffic crash investigations, laws pertaining to traffic crashes and procedures for responding to a traffic crash. It includes classroom instruction and practical exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
30 Clock Hours/1.00 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0403 - DUI Traffic Stops


    24 Clock Hours/0.80 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy. It introduces the student to the basic rules for conducting safe and effective DUI stops, including identifying a driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs, conducting field sobriety tests, and completing a DUI investigation. It includes classroom instruction and practical proficiency exercises. This course is open only to students admitted to the Florida Law Enforcement Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
24 Clock Hours/0.80 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJK 0421 - Conducted Electrical Weapon/Dart-Firing Stun Gun


    8 Clock Hours/0.26 Vocational Credit
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Law Enforcement Florida CMS and Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academies. It is designed to prepare students in the proper use of the Dart Firing Stun in accordance with the Florida State Statutes, the United States Constitution, and case law. It includes classroom instruction and practical physical exercises and demonstrations. This course is open only to students admitted to the Law Enforcement Florida CMS Basic Recruit Academy or Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
8 Clock Hours/0.26 Vocational Credit
  
  • CJL 2500 - Courts and the Judicial Process


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course is designed to teach the student the major structures and basic legal concepts of the American criminal court system. The students shall learn the components, personnel, and inherent social issues in our present criminal court system.

3 Credit Hours

Dance

  
  • DAA 1100 - Fundamentals of Modern Dance


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring,, Summer)

    This beginning dance class serves as an introduction to the art of contemporary dance. It includes instruction and practice in basic modern dance techniques, improvisation, dance forms and brief historical overview.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 1101 - Modern Dance II for Non-Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course includes a continued analysis of the modern dance at an intermediate level. Instruction and practice in specific contemporary dance techniques and performance qualities will be stressed.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 1104 - Modern I for Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This dance class is designed to affect an understanding of the art of the modern dance. It includes a brief history of the dance; instruction and practice in basic dance techniques, improvisation, and dance forms. Performance, research and individual projects comprise the remaining class time. This course maybe taken 4 times for credit.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 1200 - Fundamentals of Ballet


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This beginning dance course is designed to serve as an introduction to the tradition and discipline of the art of classical ballet. Physical development of the body as an expressive instrument for ballet movement will be stressed as strength, flexibility, balance, alignment, agility, turnout, control, elevation and sensitivity to line are studied.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 1201 - Ballet II for Non-Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Intermediate Ballet is designed to train the student in the tradition of the art of the classical ballet beyond the basics. Continued development of the body as an expressive instrument for ballet movement will be stressed as students reach the proficiency level necessary to perform the more complicated steps of an intermediate class.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 1204 - Ballet I for Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A beginning dance course designed to serve as an introduction to the tradition and discipline of the art of the classical ballet. Physical development of the body as an expressive instrument for ballet movement will be stressed as strength, flexibility, balance, agility, alignment, turn-out, control, elevation and sensitivity to line are studied. Performance, research and individual projects comprise the remaining class time. 

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 1500 - Jazz I for Non-Majors


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    The course includes a brief history of the jazz dance and instruction and practice in jazz dance techniques exploring popular dance idioms. 

    This course may be taken four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 1500A - Beginning Jazz


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course includes a brief history of the jazz dance and instruction and practice in jazz dance techniques exploring popular dance idioms.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 1504 - Jazz I for Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    The course includes a brief history of the jazz dance and instruction and practice in jazz dance techniques exploring popular dance idioms. Performance, research and individual projects comprise the remaining class time.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 1520 - Tap I


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course includes instruction in tap dance technique and the introduction of time steps commonly used in musical theater auditions.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 1521 - Tap II


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring)

    The Tap II dance class includes a more in-depth history of tap dance, instruction and practice utilizing tap and exploring its various styles. 

    Prerequisite(s): DAA 1520 .

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 1580 - Musical Theater Dance I


    1 Credit Hour
    (Summer)

    This beginning course covers the study of musical theater dance techniques and styles as related to a specific performance experience, usually Creative Dramatics. Students must participate in designated rehearsals and performances.

    Prerequisite(s): level of competency determined by audition.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 1680 - Dance Workshop


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course includes instruction and participation in dance as required by specific productions, i.e., Theater/Show Choir.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 1681 - Dance Ensemble


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring)

    The student shall participate in the preparation and performance of original dance compositions to include Dance Line and Show Choir performances. 

    Prerequisite(s): level of competency determined by audition.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 1934C - Dance–Special Topics


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    A defined special topics which is pursued under supervision of a faculty member and recorded through usual departmental procedures. Designed to permit a Collegiate High School student to pursue a course of study in applied dance. This course may be taken up to four (4) times for credit.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 2105 - Modern II for Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This dance class is designed to further the student’s understanding of the art of the modern dance. It includes continued study in history of the dance; instruction and practice in intermediate level dance techniques, improvisation, and dance forms. Performance, research and individual projects comprise the remaining class time.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 2205 - Ballet II for Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This dance course is designed to serve as an further training in the tradition and discipline of the art of the classical ballet. Physical development of the body as an expressive instrument for ballet movement will be stressed as strength, flexibility, balance, agility, alignment, turn-out, control, elevation and sensitivity to line are studied. Performance, research and individual projects comprise the remaining class time. 

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 2505 - Jazz II for Majors


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    The course includes a brief history of the jazz dance and instruction and practice in jazz dance techniques exploring popular dance idioms. Performance, research and individual projects comprise the remaining class time. This course may be taken 4 times for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): DAA 1504  

2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 2581 - Musical Theater Dance II


    1 Credit Hour
    (Summer)

    The continued study of Musical Theater dance techniques and styles as related to a specific performance experience, usually Summer Ensemble Workshop. Students must participate in rehearsals and performances. 

    Prerequisite(s): level of competency determined by audition.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 2610 - Dance Composition


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    An introduction and practice in the application of compositional tools encourages the student to explore and compose dance. By studying the body’s movement in time and space the student will improve technical skills, develop improvisation and choreographic skills and enhance overall dance performance. Previous dance experience is helpful. 

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • DAA 2682 - Dance Workshop II


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course includes continued instruction and participation in dance as required by specific productions, i.e., Theater/Show Choir. 

    Prerequisite(s): A demonstration of competency determined by audition.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAA 2683 - Performance Dance, (Repertory and/or Original Choreography)


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course includes the continuation of study and participation in all rehearsals of selected works of dance repertory and/or original choreography culminating in public performance. 

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAN 1750 - Dance Conditioning


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring)

    Dance Conditioning is an excellent course in which to begin your dance training. It is designed to improve fundamentals for the beginning/intermediate student through daily practice in floor work, yoga, and Pilates exercises. This movement class will get you ready to meet the challenges of other dance classes by toning, strengthening and preparing the body to move. 

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • DAN 2120 - Dance Appreciation


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course is a study of the development of dance as an art form, as entertainment, and how it relates to the history of cultures and societies, emphasizing the evolution of dance in the specific genres such as ballet, modern dance, jazz dance, and world dance forms. Designed to heighten student awareness of dance as an integral part of society and establish an appreciation of dance’s impact on the making of art. This course will give the student a foundation level understanding of dance as an art form and its historical and cultural significance. The major periods of dance history, master choreographers, and their works will be explored through lecture, discussion and media presentation. DAN 2120 is not an activity course.

3 Credit Hours

Domestic Security

  
  • DSC 1002 - Domestic and International Terrorism


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to assist students in recognizing and understanding the elements and objectives of terrorism and 4th Generation Warfare and how they affect public safety planning and response operations.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DSC 1004 - Introduction to NRF and NIMS


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    Designed to inform emergency responders and planners of the key elements in the National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and their relationship to planning and response operations. The curriculum includes classroom exercises.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DSC 1222 - Psychological Management of Disaster Victims


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course introduces students to a general overview of terrorism and the potential psychological effect of terrorist events on victims.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DSC 1552 - Critical Infrastructure Protection


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course introduces participants to the Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) process to secure the effective protection of the people, physical entities, and cyber systems that are critical. The CIP course will guide leaders in the systematic protection of critical infrastructures. More basically, the course will introduce decision sequence that assists leaders and future leaders in ultimately determining exactly what really needs protection as well as when. The course will introduce a time-efficient and resource-restrained practice that ensures the protection of only those infrastructures upon which survivability, continuity of operations, and mission success depend.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DSC 1562 - Homeland Security Threat Strategy


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course addresses problems of terrorism from a criminal justice perspective. It is designed to provide students with an understanding of the major issues associated with responding to terrorism in a democratic society. The course focuses on the threat of terrorism to the United States and will review specific strategies to deter terrorist threats to the U.S. The course will assess the relative effectiveness of anti-terrorist activities.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DSC 1631 - Planning Considerations for Terror Prevention


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course introduces participants to various aspects of planning for potential terrorist activity. The student will be introduced to basic principles of emergency management, communications, security threats, and the effects these operations may have on personnel. The student will learn techniques for evaluating their own jurisdiction’s vulnerability against terrorist attacks. Students will gain knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of local agencies during terrorism responses. The course introduces participants to various aspects of emergency management of terrorist activity.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DSC 1751 - Homeland Security Policy and Law


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course introduces participants to the major debates about balancing democratic freedoms with security from the Patriot Act to Supreme Court decisions on detention powers. The course provides insight into legal strategies necessary to confront ongoing national security threats. The course examines laws designed to preserve both our security and our democratic way of life.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • DSC 2055 - Issues in Disaster Response


    1 Credit Hour
    (Offered as needed)

    This course serves as an introduction to disaster response and mitigation for the first responder. Students will be introduced to legislation that has had a major impact on disaster and incident response, the role of local, tribal, state and federal government response to incident and disaster declarations and a brief introduction to the National Incident Management System, National Response Plan and the Incident Management System.

1 Credit Hour
  
  • DSC 2056 - Disaster Response Operations


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course examines the response protocol, logistics, responsibilities, interagency support, and concepts of front end planning involved in preparation for a catastrophic event. Students will be introduced to the development of an emergency response plan that will include concepts such as lookout, awareness, communications, escape, safety (laces), training, and various agency relationships.

3 Credit Hours

Drafting and Design

  
  • EGN 1111C - Engineering Graphics


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Covers the use of instruments, lettering practice; geometric construction; multiview projection and conventions, auxiliary views, section views, axonometric and oblique projections, rotation, patterns and development, and methods of reproduction.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1102  or equivalent: prerequisite only applies to Architectural Drafting and Design students.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 1102 - Introduction to Technical Drawing


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring, Summer, Fall)

    A course in the fundamental principles of the graphic language (the language of industry) and is developed for students without previous mechanical drawing experience. Topics include: use and care of instruments, lettering, geometric construction, multiview projection, sketching techniques, inking, and methods of reproduction.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 1112 - Mechanical Drafting I


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    The second of a sequence of courses in drafting which includes basic use of instruments, freehand lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, sections and conventional revolutions, dimensioning, inking, mechanical lettering, methods of reproduction, and developing computer-aided drafting skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1102  and ETD 1320C  or equivalent

4 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 1217 - Fundamentals of Dimensioning and Tolerancing


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    A course designed to help students develop the basic fundamentals of dimensioning and tolerancing. Topics include: dimensioning systems such as; metric, decimal, fractional-inch, foot and inch, tolerancing methods, limits and tolerances, tolerancing accumulation, dimensioning practices, and standards fits.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • Advanced Technology-Design

    ETD 1320C - AutoCAD I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A basic course on the use of AutoCAD Software to include: introduction to AutoCAD, drawing commands, display and inquiry commands, modify commands, dimensioning and annotation, data exchange and output files.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 1340C - AutoCAD II


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    The second course in a series designed to develop skill and proficiency in the use of AutoCAD software to include: additional drawing commands, editing commands, modify commands, advanced display and inquiry commands, advanced dimensioning and annotation, advanced layering, block, attributes and X-Ref, paper space, UCS, data exchange and output files.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1320C  or equivalent.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 1355C - AutoCAD 3-D Modeling I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    A basic course in mechanical design using basic computer geometry techniques. Topics will include: orthographic projections, space relationships of points, lines, planes and revolution of objects. Additional coverage will include principles of surface generation, intersections, wire modeling, and solid modeling techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1340C  or equivalent.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 1801C - Technical Illustration


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    The purpose of this course is to help students develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to be job entry-level qualified as technical illustrators.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1112  or EGN 1130C , and ETD 1340C .

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2150 - Industrial Print Reading


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    The beginning level aspects of reading industrial prints such as drawing notes, title blocks, revision blocks, legends, schedules, multiviews, and parts list.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2218 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Summer)

    An introductory course in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing using the geometric method nationally accepted according to ASMEY 14.5M. Topics covered include: definition and terms, symbols, datum referencing, locational tolerancing, form tolerancing, profile tolerancing, orientation and runout tolerancing, and math for positional tolerancing.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1217  or equivalent.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2350C - AutoCAD III


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    An advanced course designed to help students develop proficiency in the area of computer aided drafting and systems drafting. Topics covered include: transfer drawings, digitized drawings, explanatory drawings, multiview projections, exploded assemblies, pictorial drawings, auxiliary views, sections, details, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and CADD concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1340C .

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2357C - Inventor I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    A basic course in Parametric Solid Design using AutoDesk Inventor Software. Topics include: basic concepts of parametric part sketching 3D part creation, Revolve, Sweep and Lofted features, shell and coil, surface creation, sheet metal and orthographic drawing production.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2358C - Inventor II


    3 Credit Hours
    (Summer)

    The second course in a series designed to develop skill and proficiency in Parametric Solid Design, using Inventor Software. Topics include: sheet metal modeling, assembly concepts, assembly modeling approach and tools, advanced constraints, motion simulation, adaptive technology and drawing presentation.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 2357C .

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2364C - SolidWorks I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    A basic course in Parametric Solid Design using SolidWorks Software. Topics include: basic concepts of parametric part sketching 3D part creation, Revolve, Sweep and Lofted features, shell and coil, surface creation, sheet metal and orthographic drawing production.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2368C - SolidWorks II


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    The second course in a series designed to develop skill and proficiency in Parametric Solid Design, using SolidWorks Software. Topics include: sheet metal modeling, assembly concepts, assembly modeling approach and tools, advanced constraints, motion simulation, adaptive technology and drawing presentation.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 2364C  or higher or equivalent.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2731 - Mechanical Drafting II


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    A course that continues and completes the student’s study of the fundamentals intrinsic to all types of drafting. Topics covered include isometric, diametric, trimetric, oblique, and perspective projection, descriptive geometry, auxiliary views, related mathematics, precision dimensioning developing computer-aided drafting skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1112  or equivalent.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2735 - Mechanical Drafting III


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    A course that continues and completes the student’s study of the fundamentals intrinsic to all types of drafting. Topics covered include: isometric, diametric, trimetric, oblique, and perspective projection, descriptive geometry, auxiliary views, related mathematics, and precision dimensioning developing computer-aided drafting skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ETD 2218  and ETD 2731  or equivalent.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • ETD 2905 - Independent Study – Drafting


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Practical treatment of special geometry, graphics, and design with emphasis on individual work projects utilizing such graphical techniques as orthographic projection, perspective drawing, auxiliary views, topographic drawing, and graphing.

    Prerequisite(s): EGN 1111C  and ETD 1112  or permission of instructor.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.

    *  This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

1 Credit Hour

Early Childhood Education

  
  • DEP 2100 - Child Growth and Development


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course covers the growth and development of the child from conception through age five, including the physical, social, emotional and mental development of the young child, influence of environment, and principles and theories of development.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1001 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Study of principles and practices of programs for young children; current research in early childhood education, role of the teacher, and selection and use of equipment and materials for groups of young children.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1002 - Early Childhood Program Administration


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course provides the student with management and administrative skills related to child care services. Instruction includes: director responsibilities; staff selection, supervision, and evaluation; planning for budget, nutritional services, facility maintenance, health, and safety; and marketing techniques.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1201 - Infants and Toddlers


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course provides the student with information pertinent to the care of infants and toddlers. Special attention is given to selection of developmentally appropriate curriculum. Course work satisfies the Child Development Associate competency standards for Infant/Toddler.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1309 - Early Childhood Education Foundations


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Summer, Spring)

    Study of the techniques of using language arts, science, art, social studies, music, mathematics, and physical activities with young children.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1401 - The Family In Early Childhood Education


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course is comprehensive in scope, emphasizing skills and concepts of parenting which include: adjustment to parental roles; parent-child communication, care, growth, and development of children; cultivating strong families; special concerns; alternative family structures; educational institutions working effectively with parents; and agencies and legislation affecting children and parents.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1601 - Assessment in Early Childhood Education


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    Designed to increase objectivity and proficiency in observing and interpreting children’s behavior in addition to increase awareness of normative patterns of children from birth through five years of age.  Current background check (fingerprinting) as required by the Early Childhood program in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1750 - Guidance for Young Children


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring Summer)

    A study of principles, methods, guidance and discipline techniques used to promote positive social development in young children; influence of environment and developmental level of child on social behavior.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 1949 - Internship, Early Childhood Education


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    On-the-job training (OJT) in the Associate in Science degree program in which the student is enrolled. The student is under the supervision, at work, of a qualified supervisor appointed by the respective agency, who works with the NWFSC instructor regarding student’s OJT objectives based on student’s goals and prior training. The supervisor will rate the student’s performance, knowledge, comprehension, dependability, initiative, cooperativeness based on OJT performance. NWFSC instructor will evaluate student OJT experience in consultation with agency supervisor regarding OJT performance and project paper on approved project submitted two weeks prior to close of semester. This course may be repeated four times for a total of 12 semester hours.  Current background check (fingerprinting) as required by the Early Childhood program in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.

    Prereq/Corequisites: EEC 1309  or EEC 1201 .

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 2220 - Language and Literacy Instruction In Early Childhood Education


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    Study of the principles, methods, and materials used to assist young children acquire basic skills to use language effectively and competently; evaluation and development of appropriate teaching materials to use with young children.

    Prerequisite(s): EEC 1309  

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 2222 - Math and Science Instruction In Early Childhood Education


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring and as needed)

    Study of the basic concepts, methods, and materials of mathematics and science appropriate to the education of young children. Identification of the role of staff members in the center for the education of young children. Assignment with young children in community agencies.

    Prerequisite(s): EEC 1309 .

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 2732 - Child Nutrition, Health and Safety


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Methods of meeting physical needs of young children through nutrition and good health practices. Recognition of childhood diseases and care of the handicapped child.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 3213 - Teaching the Language Arts In Early Childhood Education


    4 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    The focus of this course will be on the development of language and literacy in children ages birth to four years old. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the process of emergent literacy including vocabulary and language, phonological awareness, print knowledge and comprehension; and on designing a developmentally appropriate language arts program in relation to the early learning and developmental standards. This course will require observing and participating in an early childhood classroom.

    Prereq/Corequisites: EEC 1001  

4 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 3227 - Art, Music, and Movement


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    The focus of this course will be on developing an understanding of the creative developmental process in the life of children from birth through four years old. Emphasis will be placed on the teacher’s role in developing opportunities and materials for young children to express themselves creatively through music, drama, dance and two- and three-dimensional art and on providing varied opportunities for young children to gain an appreciation of art, music, drama, and dance in ways that reflect cultural diversity in relation to the early learning and developmental standards. This course will require observing and participating in an early childhood classroom.

    Prereq/Corequisites: EEC 1001  

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 3320 - Principles and Methods for Teaching Early Childhood Social Studies


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to prepare students to teach social studies In the early childhood classroom. Emphasis is on implementing the project approach to investigate components of social studies to include: individual development and identity; people, places, and environments, technology and our world; and civic ideals and practices. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards relevant to this content area.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 3511 - Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    The focus of this course will be on the design, implementation and evaluation of programming and curriculum that promotes growth and development of young children birth to three years old and aligns with the early learning and developmental standards. Study of typical and atypical development will be included. Emphasis will be on working effectively with families of infants and toddlers.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 3524 - Professionalism/Program Development


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    Focus of this course will be on management and leadership in early childhood education programs. Topics will include mentoring adults, professional development, staff assessment, program evaluation, and child advocacy. Career options in the field of early childhood education will be explored. This course will require observing and participating in a program or agency related to early childhood education.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 4404 - Families and Diversity


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course will focus on building positive relationships with families through communication and involvement. Focus will include developing an awareness of diversity and multicultural considerations in working with families of young children. The course will explore the role of the family and the influence of the community on the development of young children in a diverse society; and will prepare the student to work effectively with families and communities.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 4421 - Teaching Math and Science in Early Childhood Education


    4 Credit Hours
    (Summer)

    The focus of this course will be on developing an understanding of how concepts, skills and attitudes in early childhood mathematics and science are developed in young children ages birth through age four. Math topics will include number sense and operations, patterns, geometry, and measurement. Science topics will include scientific inquiry, physical science, life science and earth science. Emphasis will be on the alignment of the Early Learning and Developmental Standards with a developmentally appropriate approach to teaching math and science in the early childhood classroom. This course will require observing and participating in an early childhood classroom.

    Prereq/Corequisites: EEC 1001  

4 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 4613 - Systematic Observation and Assessment


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    The focus of this course will be on understanding the purpose of child assessment, implementing developmentally appropriate practices in formal and informal child assessment, and using assessment results to support learning, to identify special needs, to evaluate programs, and to respond to program accountability requirements. A field experience is required to practice various methods of assessment in an early childhood setting.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • EEC 4714 - Facilitating Social Development In The Classroom


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring, as needed)

    The focus of this course is on implementing effective classroom management practices including establishing an appropriate physical environment, setting up appropriate classroom routines and rules and creating a positive classroom community. Emphasis will be on strategies for guiding children’s behavior, teaching social problem-solving skills and responding appropriately to challenging behaviors.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper Division Standing

3 Credit Hours
 

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