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2019 - 2020 Cowley College Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Cowley College has nearly 600 courses approved by the Kansas Board of Regents which coincide with the many pathways and programs of study that lead towards a degree, vocational certificate, or industry recognized credential or skill. Cowley advisors will help you design a program to meet your educational and career goals.

Refer to the Cowley College “Programs of Study ” to determine the course requirements and recommended elective courses for each degree or certificate for each specified pathway. Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should visit with their advisor for information on courses that are offered on a rotational basis. Some courses list a scheduling note in the description.

Course Descriptions

Following are descriptions of approved courses which can be offered by Cowley College. Courses are grouped under academic disciplines identified with a 3-letter prefix and are alphabetized. 

Descriptions are listed by prefix and include the course number, course title, credit hours, elective type, course description, prerequisites/corequisites, and a link to the approved course outcomes/procedures document. If applicable, also identified is the Kansas Regents Shared Number (KRSN) or Special Funding Identifier. 

Cowley College Course Procedures/Outcomes    
Each course has a link to the Course Outcomes/Procedures document that details:

  • Student Level
  • Prerequisite
  • Controlling Purpose
  • Learner Outcomes
  • Units Outcomes
  • Projects Required
  • Textbook
  • Material/Equipment Required
  • Grading Policy
  • Course Time Frame
  • Attendance Policy & Applicable Policies
  • Disabilty Service Program contact information

Kansas Regents Shared Number (KRSN)

Courses that currently have a Kansas Regents Shared Number (Common Course Numbers designated by the Kansas System Wide Transfer Course Matrix) are indicated by their associated KRSN number. The learning outcomes and competencies in these courses meet or exceed the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Groups project for these courses as approved by the Kansas Board of Regents. 

The Kansas Board of Regents has approved and faculty representatives from Kansas public postsecondary institutions have agreed upon the learning outcomes for the systemwide transfer of specified courses.  A student who completes any of these courses at a Kansas public university, community college, or technical college will be able to transfer the course to any Kansas public institution offering an equivalent course.

For a full listing of approved courses and their corresponding transfer course visit the Kansas Regents website that links to the Transfer Course Matrix.


Special Funding Identifier(s)

  • KS Excel in CTE Initiative - Identifies a course that qualifies for the State of Kansas Excel in CTE Initiative that provides free tuition to qualifying High School students in qualifying technical programs and courses.
     
  • AcceleRATE - Identifies a course that a special tuition rate applies to Kansas high school students (2019 Kansas rate is $55/credit hour and may be subject to change through action of the Cowley Board of Trustees). Oklahoma High School students can qualify for a special Oklahoma AcceleRATE of $75.00 per credit hour. (Subject to change through action of the Cowley Board of Trustees.)

 
 

Nondestructive Testing
  

  • NDT3467 - Eddy Current Testing I

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This course is devised to give the student a complete introduction through hands-on-experience in the Eddy Current method within the field of Nondestructive Testing. The course is designed to meet certain NDT Level I requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T., SNT-TC-1A, & NAS-410.
    Prerequisite(s): INR3716 - Technical Mathematics  or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: NDT3467 Eddy Current Testing I Course Procedure  
  

  • NDT3468 - Eddy Current Testing II

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This course is a continuation of Eddy Current Testing I, with emphasis on advanced theory and practical skills required in the application of Eddy Current evaluation methods. The course is designed to meet certain NDT Level II requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A & NAS-410.
    Prerequisite(s): NDT3467 - Eddy Current Testing I  or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: NDT3468 Eddy Current Testing II Course Procedure  
  
  

  • NDT3471 - Phased Array Level I

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning the basic operation and theory of phased array ultrasonics while building on their previous knowledge that has been gained throughout their experience as Ultrasonic Level I and II students and technicians.
    Prerequisite(s): NDT3461 - Ultrasonic Testing I  or acceptable equivalent and NDT3462 - Ultrasonic Testing II  or acceptable equivalent.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: NDT3471 Phased Array Level I Course Procedure  

Numerical Control Programming
  

  • MTT3544 - Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This is a basic introductory course in computer aided manufacturing (CAM). Instruction will cover graphic construction and basic parts program for the CNC Milling Machine.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: MTT3544 CAM I Course Procedure  
  
  
  
  

  • MTT3552 - Solids

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This is an advanced design class used to take the students from the wireframe construction to a solid model. The student will learn to take wireframe drawings and turn them into a solid model, and to create toolpaths from solid models. or instructor approval.
    Prerequisite(s): MTT3547 - Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)  or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: MTT3552 Solids Course Procedure  
  
  

  • MTT3554 - Surface Toolpaths

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This is an advanced course designed to give the student an understanding on surface machining. It will build on information from the beginning classes and on wireframe/surface creation.
    Prerequisite(s): MTT3553 - 3D Wireframe Drawing and Surfaces  or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: MTT3554 Surface Toolpaths Course Procedure  
  
  

  • MTT3556 - Multi-Axis Milling

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This is an advanced course designed to give the student an understanding of multi-axis machining. This class deals with complex machining methods and will required knowledge from all previous machine programming courses.
    Prerequisite(s): MTT3547 - Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)  or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: MTT3556 Multi-Axis Millng Course Procedure  
  

Nutrition
  

  • HER5220 - Principles of Nutrition

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN HSC1010]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    A study of the health of the individual as related to food and its assimilation in the human body. Principles of normal nutrition, food values, and adequate nutrient allowances for growth and maintenance will be examined.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HER5220 Principles Of Nutrition Course Procedure  
  

  • HER5221 - Therapeutic Nutrition

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning the fundamentals of nutrition related to the promotion and maintenance of optimal health. Practical applications and treatments of pathologies with nutritional components are stressed. Basic scientific information is introduced to enable students to begin to understand nutritional issues reported in mass media.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HER5221 Therapeutic Nutrition Course Procedure  

Philosophy
  

  • PHO6447 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PHL1010]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    This course provides students with critical thinking skills and analytical tools, to be applied to questions of knowledge, free will, metaphysics, ethics, the mind-body problem, and others.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHO6447 Introduction to Philosophy Course Procedure  
  

  • PHO6460 - Ethics

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PHL1020]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    A practical approach to recognizing, understanding and solving ethical problems confronting individuals in today’s society. Basic concepts of applied ethical theories in moral philosophy and reasoning are examined using critical thinking and responsible decision making skills.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHO6460 Ethics Course Procedure  

Physics/Physical Science and Engineering
  

  • PHS4511 - Physical Science

    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Laboratory Science
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PSI1010/1011/1012]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    A non-technical course intended for students who are majoring in fields other than science. The application of scientific knowledge to daily life activities is emphasized by examining the fundamental principles in physics, chemistry, geology, and astronomy utilizing the scientific method.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHS4511 Physical Science Course Procedure  
  

  • PHS4530 - Introductory Astronomy

    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Laboratory Science
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PHS1020]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    Introduction to Astronomy topics include fundamental concepts (planetary, stellar, and lunar motion; gravitation; light and telescopes); solar system 1 (Earth, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars); solar system 2 (Jupiter and satellites, Saturn and satellites, outer planets); stars (nature of stars, birth, evolution and death of stars, neutron stars, black holes); universe (galaxies, quasars, blazars, cosmology).
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer skills, campus or personal Internet access. (Knowledge of algebra is very helpful).

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHS4530 Introductory Astronomy Course Procedure  
  

  • PHS4545 - Introduction to Engineering

    2 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Non-Lab Science Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    An introduction to engineering concepts, design and ethics. Graphing, problem solving, metric units, engineering calculations, and computers are included. Hands-on projects involving the basic concepts and disciplines of engineering are considered
    Prerequisite(s): None (An interest in a career in engineering will be helpful.)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHS4545 Introduction to Engineering Course Procedure  
  

  • PHS4550 - General Physics I

    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Laboratory Science
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PHY1010/1011/1012]
    Topics include mechanics-linear motion, rotational motion, force, work, energy, momentum, and conservation principles; heat-temperature, ideal gas, heat as a form of energy, first law of thermodynamics, second law of thermodynamics, and entropy; wave motion-simple harmonic motion, elasticity, and the wave equation. This class is designed for students needing five hours of physics without calculus.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH4425 - Trigonometry  

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHS4550 General Physics I Course Procedure  
  

  • PHS4551 - General Physics II

    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Laboratory Science
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PHY2020/2021/2022]
    A continuation of PHS4550 - General Physics I . Topics include electricity and magnetism-electric field, electric potential, current electric power, magnetic field, and induction; optics-nature of light and wave optics; modern physics-special relativity, atomic structure, quantum mechanics and radioactivity.
    Prerequisite(s): PHS4550 - General Physics I .

    Course Outcomes/Procedures:  PHS4551 General Physics II Course Procedure  
  

  • PHS4555 - Engineering Economy

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    A method of economic evaluation of engineering alternatives and design, time value for money and economic impact of taxes, risk and depreciation. This course requires the students to have access to a computer and a TI-89 graphing calculator.
    Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in MTH 4435  Calculus I

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHS4555 Engineering Economy Course Procedure  
  

  • PHS4560 - Engineering Physics I

    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Laboratory Science
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PHY1030/1031/1032]
    This class is designed for students needing five hours of physics with calculus applications. Topics include mechanics-linear motion, rotational motion, force, work, energy, momentum, and conservation principles; heat-temperature, ideal gas, thermodynamic systems, heat as a form of energy, first law of energy, first law of thermodynamics, second law of thermodynamics and entropy; wave motion-simple harmonic motion, elasticity, and the wave equation.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH4435 - Calculus I  

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHS4560 Engineering Physics I Course Procedure  
  

  • PHS4561 - Engineering Physics II

    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Laboratory Science
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PHY2030/2031/2032]
    A continuation of PHS4560 - Engineering Physics I . Topics include: electricity and magnetism-electric field, electric potential, current, electrical power, magnetic field, induction, and Maxwell’s equations; optics-nature of light and wave optics; modern physics-special relativity, atomic structure, Schrodinger equation, quantum mechanics, and radioactivity.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH4440 - Calculus II  and MTH4460 Engineering Physics I

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PHS4561 Engineering Physics II Course Procedure  
  

Political Science
  

  • POL6611 - American National Government

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN POL1020]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    A general study of the development, structure and functions of the American National Government. Topics to be studied include an introduction to government, principles of constitutionalism and federalism, political parties and political behavior, the Presidency, congress, the judiciary and the federal bureaucracy, Of specific emphasis is an analysis of decision-making in government, public participation and influence in government as well as a study of specific problems concerning the operation of the federal government.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: POL6611 American National Government Course Procedure  
  

  • POL6612 - State and Local Government

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    A general study of the development, structure and function of state, county and municipal governments. Within the scope of this course is a study of the concepts of federalism and constitutionalism, public participation in government, the legislative, executive and the judiciary branches of State government, and the structure and functions of local governments. Of particular importance is the study of specific problems with which state and local governments must be concerned: finances, crime, ecological concerns, education, welfare, and housing. Although this course is general in nature, Kansas government and politics is emphasized.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: POL6612 State and Local Government Course Procedure  
  

  • POL6613 - Constitutional Law

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Schedule Note: Spring only as F2F
    This course examines the history and creation of the United States Constitution and illustrates how the Constitution continues to affect America’s current legal procedures. Areas covered in this class include the structure and content of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, freedom of speech, and search and seizure.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: POL6613 Constitutional Law Course Procedure  

Psychology
  

  • PSY6711 - General Psychology

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PSY1010]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    A general introduction to the scientific study of human behavior as it applies to daily living. The scope of this course includes history, basic theories, biological bases of behavior, development, cognitive processes, individual awareness, motivation, emotion, personal adjustment and social psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PSY6711 General Psychology Course Procedure  
  

  • PSY6712 - Developmental Psychology

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN PSY2020]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    A study of individual development from conception through death. This includes the general areas of biological, physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development at each stage of life.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY6711 - General Psychology .

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PSY6712 Developmental Psychology Course Procedure  
  

  • PSY6720 - First Year Experience

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    An introduction to the community college experience at Cowley College. The course includes campus resources (i.e. financial aid), academic requirements, study skills, time and money management, career/life planning, assessment and advising, health issues, and job search strategies.
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PSY6720 First Year Experience Course Procedure  
  

  • PSY6721 - Academic Success

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course provides strategies for students to become more successful in their personal, professional and educational life.
    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PSY6721 Academic Success Course Procedure  
  

  • PSY6730 - Cognitive Psychology

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    The objective of the course is to introduce a general understanding of, and appreciation for, the nature and complexity of the human mind from the perspective of cognitive psychology. This will include knowledge about the various phenomena investigated by cognitive psychologists.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PSY6730 Cognitive Psychology Course Procedure  
  

  • PSY6750 - Abnormal Psychology

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    An introductory study of behavior pathologies. Emphasis will be on background and causes; Patterns abnormal behavior; also modern treatment and prevention methods.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 6711  General Psychology or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: PSY6750 Abnormal Psychology Course Procedure  

Religion
  

  • REL6430 - Comparative Religions

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN REL1010]
    A survey of the world’s major religious systems, with an emphasis on the non-Western traditions. Provides the student an opportunity to develop an understanding of the world’s various religious texts, beliefs and practices, to note similarities and difference among religions, and to develop an appreciation for religious diversity.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: REL6430 Comparative Religion Course Procedure  
  

  • REL6432 - Survey of the Old Testament

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    An introduction to the history, literature, and culture that gave rise to the Old Testament from an objective and analytical approach.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: REL6432 Survey of the Old Testament Course Procedure  
  
  

Sociology
  

  • SOC6811 - Principles of Sociology

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN SOC1010]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    An introductory study to acquaint students with the influence on human social behavior. Sociology studies the processes and patterns of individuals and group interaction by acquainting students with the development, characteristics, and functioning of human groups, the relationships between groups, and group influences on individual behavior. It includes the study of how social relationships are created, maintained and changed.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6811 Principles of Sociology Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6813 - Drug and Alcohol Awareness and Abuse

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to expose students to the effects of drugs and alcohol. The class will also go into a more depth study of their usage, legal aspects and the rehabilitation for each.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6813 Alcohol and Drug Awareness and Abuse Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6816 - Social Problems

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN SOC2010]
    A series of independent, student-selected studies of contemporary social problems in American society. The principal focus is on persist ant social problems of concern to the current college student, rather that the dramatic aspects of natural disasters or catastrophes.
    Prerequisite(s): SOC6811 - Principles of Sociology .

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6816 Social Problems Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6817 - Human Sexuality

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    A course in human sexuality designed to assist parents, students and community members in developing and understanding of sexuality and contemporary sexual and social issues.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6817 Human Sexuality Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6821 - Introduction to Social Work

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN SOC1020]
    This course focuses on the historical development of social welfare, social work, and various social services. Emphasis is placed upon the multiple roles of social workers from a generalist perspective. Also addressed, are changing trends of problems in society and how they affect social work practice and the numerous social institutions in the United States.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6821 Introduction to Social Work Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6823 - Marriage and Family Relations

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN SOC2020]
    A study of social and personal factors of pre-marital behavior and parent-child interaction. Relationships in courtship, engagement, human sexuality and the adjustments to these, as well as family relationships, are explored with a functional approach.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6823 Marriage and Family Relations Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6826 - Service and Learning: Impacting Community I

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning community service and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on service done in the community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of ACES (Academic Civic Engagement through Service)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6826 Service and Learning: Impacting Community I Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6827 - Service and Learning: Impacting Community II

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning community service and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on service done in the community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of ACES (Academic Civic Engagement through Service)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6827 Service and Learning: Impacting Community II Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6828 - Service and Learning: Impacting Community III

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning community service and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on service done in the community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of ACES (Academic Civic Engagement through Service)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6828 Service and Learning: Impacting Community III Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6829 - Service and Learning: Impacting Community IV

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning community service and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on service done in the community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of ACES (Academic Civic Engagement through Service)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6829 Service and Learning: Impacting Community IV Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6867 - Peer Service And Awareness I

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning current social issues and peer health promotion and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on educational events offered to the local and global community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of CAAT (Cowley Activity Awareness Team)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6867 Peer Service and Awareness I Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6868 - Peer Service And Awareness II

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning current social issues and peer health promotion and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on educational events offered to the local and global community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of CAAT (Cowley Activity Awareness Team)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6868 Peer Service and Awareness II Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6869 - Peer Service And Awareness III

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning current social issues and peer health promotion and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on educational events offered to the local and global community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of CAAT (Cowley Activity Awareness Team)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6869 Peer Service and Awareness III Course Procedure  
  

  • SOC6870 - Peer Service And Awareness IV

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge concerning current social issues and peer health promotion and the impact students have on the community. Students will reflect on educational events offered to the local and global community and on concepts learned in the classroom to enhance their level of citizenship and commitment to the community through service work.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be a member of CAAT (Cowley Activity Awareness Team)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: SOC6870 Peer Service and Awareness IV Course Procedure  

Sport Management
  

  • HPE6300 - Sport Management Practicum I

    2 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    The course is designed to provide the student with practical experience in a sport related business, industry or organization. Practicum students participate in various components and functions of the management and operation of a sport or fitness facility or sport organization or business. The practicum student can be placed in a professional or amateur sport entertainment facility or organization, for- profit or nonprofit organization, sporting goods related facility, or within a sport services or sport tourism business or organization. Students must clock a minimum of 80 hours in the field and a minimum of 16 hours in class.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPE6300 Sport Management Practicum I Course Procedure  
  

  • HPE6301 - Sport Management Practicum II

    2 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    The course is designed to provide the student with practical experience in a sport related business, industry or organization. Practicum students participate in various components and functions of the management and operation of a sport or fitness facility or sport organization or business. The practicum student can be placed in a professional or amateur sport entertainment facility or organization, for- profit or nonprofit organization, sporting goods related facility, or within a sport services or sport tourism business or organization. Students must clock a minimum of 80 hours in the field and a minimum of 16 hours in class.
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of HPE6300 - Sport Management Practicum I  or permission from Director of Education.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPE6301 Sport Management Practicum II Course Procedure  
  

  • HPE6305 - Introduction to Sport Management

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course will provide an overview of the sport management profession. Course content will examine various components of the management and operation of sport and fitness facilities and organizations. Introduction to the sport industry will include professional and amateur sport entertainment, for-profit and nonprofit sport participation, sporting goods, sports services and sport tourism.
    Prerequisite(s): ENG2211 - Composition I  

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPE6305 Introduction to Sport Management Course Procedure  
    Co-requisite(s): HPE6300 - Sport Management Practicum I  

Theatre
  

  • THE2730 - Theatre Appreciation

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN THT1010]
    Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRate
    The goal of this course is to create an interest in and appreciation of the exciting world of theatre. No theatre background is necessary and the students are not required to perform. Units of study include theatre history, acting as a profession, the Greek, Roman and Shakespeare influences, as well as the technical and backstage aspect of theatre. Attendance and evaluation of a live theatre performance is a requirement for successfully completing the class. Emphasis is placed on appreciation of theatre as a collaborative art and will fulfill three hours of humanities credit towards graduation.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2730 Theatre Appreciation Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2735 - Acting

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN THT1020]
    This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of the fundamental skills and techniques involved in acting. Major emphasis is placed on the development of one’s individual acting tools. Students will work on training the imagination, the body, and voice through exercises, and developing acting skills through performed scenes.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2735 Acting Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2740 - Theatre Portfolio

    2 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Students will develop portfolio materials appropriate for transfer, internship, and employment opportunities in theatre arts. Students will focus on their specific area of specialization (performance, design, arts management). Students will meet two hours each week for lecture, classroom activities, and peer critique. This course requires substantial out-of-class work and reliable internet access.
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing; six credit hours of prior coursework in THE, MUS, DAN, or Dramatic Literature, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2740 Theatre Portfolio Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2742 - Stagecraft

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN THT1030]
    This course is designed to prepare the student with problems and practice in the designing, construction, and handling of scenery, costumes, make-up, lighting, and properties. Class work will involve lecture, practical laboratory technical work in college productions, and examinations.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2742 Stagecraft Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2743 - Theatre Practicum I

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN THT1040]
    This course earns one hour of college credit for students who participate in, or do support work for a major college theatrical production.
    Prerequisite(s): For students who participate in a major college theatrical production either as an actor, actress, or as a technician.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2743 Theatre Practicum I Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2744 - Theatre Practicum II

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN THT1040]
    This course earns one hour of college credit for students who participate in, or do support work for a major college theatrical production.
    Prerequisite(s): For students who participate in a major college theatrical production either as an actor, actress, or as a technician.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2744 Theatre Practicum II Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2745 - Theatre Practicum III

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN THT1040]
    This course earns one hour of college credit for students who participate in, or do support work for a major college theatrical production.
    Prerequisite(s): For students who participate in a major college theatrical production either as an actor, actress, or as a technician.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2745 Theatre Practicum III Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2746 - Theatre Practicum IV

    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Kansas Regents Shared Number: [KRSN THT1040]
    This course earns one hour of college credit for students who participate in, or do support work for a major college theatrical production.
    Prerequisite(s): For students who participate in a major college theatrical production either as an actor, actress, or as a technician.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2746 Theatre Practicum IV Course Procedure  
  

  • THE2749 - Advanced Stagecraft

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    This course explores the application of many technical theatre skills in professional settings outside of a traditional theatre. The bulk of the course is built around a design and fabrication project for a local non- profit or Cowley-linked office, organization, or facility. Specific fabrication and design skills and techniques utilized will vary depending on the needs of the project. Additionally, students investigate careers in the design and fabrication of user-interactive performative spaces, and methods of marketing their technical theatre skills in non-theatre settings.
    Prerequisite(s): Refer THE2742 - Stagecraft .

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: THE2749 Advanced Stagecraft Course Procedure  

Web Design
  

  • CWB1835 - Beginning Web Design

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This course will introduce students to basic hypertext mark-up language (HTML). Building on the basic HTML fundamentals, the course includes tables, frames, forms, JavaScript, style sheets, and multimedia. After completion of this course, the student will be able to set up a Web site or modify one already developed; and create and modify Web pages that include the above features.
    Prerequisite(s): CAP1516 - Computer Applications  or CAP1517 - Advanced Computer Applications .

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: Link to document
  

  • CWB1837 - Web Design (Dreamweaver)

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of Web page authoring using Adobe Dreamweaver. Emphasis is on developing an understanding of how to plan, design, create, modify, and publish a Web site. Students will create their own Web site throughout the course of the semester.
    Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CGA2030 - Intro. to Digital Imaging (Photoshop)  or Instructor approval

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CWB1837 Web Design (Dreamweaver) Course Procedure  
  

  • CWB1840 - E-Commerce

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    This course covers both business and technological aspects of electrical commerce. A business case approach is used to engage the student in hands on exercises to gain an understanding of electronic commerce.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: Link to document

Welding
  

  • WEL3613 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding/Structural

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    Students in this course receive instruction and gain the necessary skills to produce sound welds on ferrous structural shapes in various positions. Students will prepare a number of different joint configurations used in industry. Welds will be made with several different electrodes using the Shielded Metal Arc welding equipment.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3613 Shielded Metal Arc Welding/Structural Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3615 - Basic Welding Processes

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    This lecture course is arranged to study the basic practices of various forms of electric arc and oxy- acetylene cutting and welding. Safety is emphasized in the use and care of equipment.
    Prerequisite(s): No previous welding experience required. Testing by appointment with instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3615 Basic Welding Processes Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3620 - Gas Welding Processes

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    This course is designed to introduce students to oxy-fuel soldering, brazing and welding techniques used to manufacture and repair weldments. Safety precautions and the use and care of equipment are stressed in this course. This course also serves as an introduction to the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding method because of its similarities.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3620 Gas Welding Processes Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3622 - GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding/Structural)

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    This course offers the student the knowledge and necessary skills to produce code quality welds using a variety of wire and gas combinations common to industry for fabrication purposes.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3622 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding/Structural) Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3623 - GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/Structural)

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    This course is designed to help the student gain the knowledge and skill to produce welds on both ferrous and non-ferrous base metals using the gas tungsten arc welding method.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3623 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/Structural) Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3632 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding/Pipe

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    This course offers the student an opportunity to gain the skills required to produce code quality welds on piping materials. These welds are expected to pass guided bend tests to detect flaws.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL3613 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding/Structural  or equivalent.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3632 Shielded Metal Arc Welding/Pipe Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3633 - Gas Metal Arc Welding/Pipe

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to produce code quality welds on various diameters of pipe. These welds are to be produced using the gas metal arc welding process. Welds made with these procedures will be tested using the guided bend test to detect flaws.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL3622 - GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding/Structural)  or equivalent.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3633 Gas Metal Arc Welding/Pipe Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3635 - Arc Welding Processes

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    This course is designed to expose the student to materials used in analyzing the equipment needs of specific processes of manufacturing. This course also deals with welding codes and standards, and cost estimating.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3635 Arc Welding Processes Course Procedure  
  
  

  • WEL3642 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/Pipe

    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    Students in this course will be expected to pass qualification procedures in pipe welding using the gas tungsten arc welding process. Welds made in various positions will be subject to guided bend test or x- ray examination to detect flaws.
    Prerequisite(s): WEL3623 - GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/Structural)  or equivalent.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3642 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/Pipe Course Procedure  
  

  • WEL3644 - Special Alloy Welding/Inspection

    6 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    Upon completion of this course a student will be able to successfully produce documentation of test specimens and compare that information to codes and standards to determine component usability. Students are expected to become proficient in the identification of various common alloys and apply precautions in selecting correct filler metals for welding. Students will be introduced to automated shape cutting and become familiar with working with images, designing shapes and dimensioning, editing cut paths and cutting parts using plasma arc cutting equipment.
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: WEL3644 Special Alloy Welding/Inspection Course Procedure  
 

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