May 17, 2024  
2022 - 2023 Cowley College Academic Catalog 
    
2022 - 2023 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.  Click here to link to the current published class schedule listed for a particular semester. 

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, special identifiers next to the course title are identified with (T►) if the course qualifies as a Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Shared Number (KRSN) course or ($) indicating the course qualifies for Special Funding.

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
  • Disability Service Program contact information

 Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer 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 Regents Transfer KS portal provides information on Systemwide Transfer (SWT) courses for Kansas public colleges and universities. Systemwide Transfer courses transfer to any Kansas public institution offering an equivalent course. The decision of lower division courses to count toward upper division credit hours is at the discretion of the receiving institution.

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

(T►) - Symbol identifies Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course


($) - Special Funding Identifier

  • 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.

    NOTE: Courses not listed as KS Excel in CTE Initiative allow High School students in Kansas and Oklahoma to qualify for the AcceleRATE which is a discounted flat-rate tuition amount for dual enrolled high school students. Some of the courses in technical programs fall under the AcceleRATE pricing and do not qualify for the Excel in CTE

 

 

English

  
  • ENG2264 - Introduction to Screenwriting


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of screenwriting. The emphasis is to give an overall view of not only the basics of script writing, but to give a better understanding of film in general and how to apply it to creative writing. Critical analysis of movies will be used to aide students in the creation of original screenplays. Each student will learn to outline, draft, and pitch a professional body of work.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must have obtained a grade of C or higher in ENG2260 - Creative Writing (T►)  or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: ENG2264 Introduction to Screenwriting Course Procedure  
  
  • ENG2265 - Focused Seminar: Writing


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    Description: Focused Seminar is designed to encourage in-depth study of a particular genre of writing. Emphasis is focused on research, presentation, and writing within a specific genre. Genres vary according to student interest and instructor approval. This course should be taken the final semester of study and is required of all Creative Writing majors.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least two creative writing courses at Cowley College with a grade of B or above (or instructor approval). Students must interview

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: ENG2265 Focused Seminar: Writing Course Procedure  
  
  • ENG2270 - Introduction to Cinema


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    Description: The goal of this course is to increase knowledge and appreciation of cinema, especially American cinema. There is no cinema background necessary. Emphasis is placed on the history, technical aspects, and understanding of film criticism.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or higher in ENG2211 - Composition I (T►)  or instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: ENG2270 Introduction to Cinema Course Procedure  

English - Essential Basic Skills

  
  • EBE2208 - English Composition Supplemental Seminar


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Basic Skills Development
    Description: Supplemental Seminar follows the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) model, which is designed to enable students to complete a traditional Comp I. This opportunity enables students to develop more quickly the writing skills needed to succeed by pairing Comp I with additional support via Supplemental Seminar. Reading and writing activities will be chosen to maximize student success and will be supplemented by grammar/mechanics exercises as needed. This course does not fulfill AS, AA, AAS, or AGS English degree requirement.

    Prerequisite(s): There are no Prerequisite for this course. The course is for students who assess into the Accelerated Learning Program. Students who enroll in Seminar must also enroll in the corresponding section of Comp I. If students are taking at least one face-to-face course at Cowley, they must enroll in a face-to-face Supplemental Seminar/Comp I set. The online course is reserved for those who are unable to take courses on ground.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: EBE2208 English Composition Supplemental Seminar Course Procedure  
  
  • EBE2209 - English for Academic Purposes I


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Basic Skills Development
    Description: A course designed to help the non-native speaker of English increase his or her knowledge concerning the language, listening, and writing skills expected of the successful post-secondary student in the United States. This course does not fulfill AS, AA, AAS, or AGS English degree requirement.

    Prerequisite(s): This course is required for non-native English-speaking students scoring below college-level on a standardized placement assessment.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: EBE2209 English for Academic Purposes 1 Course Procedure  
  
  • EBE2210 - English for Academic Purposes II


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Basic Skills Development
    Description: A course designed to help the non-native speaker of English increase his or her knowledge concerning the writing skills expected of the successful post-secondary student in the United States. This course does not fulfill AS, AA, AAS, or AGS English degree requirement.

    Prerequisite(s): This course is required for non-native English-speaking students scoring below college-level on a standardized placement assessment.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: EBE2209 English for Academic Purposes 1 Course Procedure  

Fire Science

  
  • FIR5500 - Hazardous Materials for First Responders ($)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall Only
    Description: This course is designed to meet the learning objectives/performance objectives specified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 472. The course is also designed to prepare the student for the Hazardous Materials Operations-Level certification process. Upon completion of the course, the student will develop competencies to increase understanding and skills in managing hazardous material releases, hazardous material decontamination, and personal protective equipment used during hazardous material incidents.

    Prerequisite(s):  Age Restriction: Students must be 18 years of age to take the state certification test.  Co-enrollment in FIR5501- Firefighter I.
     

     

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: FIR5500 Hazardous Materials for First Responders Course Procedure  
    Co-requisite(s): FIR5501 - Firefighter I ($)  

  
  • FIR5501 - Firefighter I ($)


    4 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    Description: This course is designed to meet the learning objectives/performance objectives specified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 1001. The course is also designed to prepare the student for the Firefighter I certification process. Upon completion of the course, the student will develop competencies to increase understanding and skills in basic fire service operations.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: FIR5501 Firefighter I Course Procedure  
    Co-requisite(s): FIR5500 - Hazardous Materials for First Responders ($)  (or equivalent hazardous materials certification)
  
  • FIR5502 - Firefighter II ($)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    Description: This course is designed to meet the learning objectives/performance objectives specified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 1001. The course is also designed to prepare the student for the Firefighter II certification process. Upon completion of the course, the student will develop competencies to increase understanding and skills in basic and advanced fire service operations.

    Prerequisite(s): FIR5500 - Hazardous Materials for First Responders ($)  (or equivalent hazardous materials certification), FIR5502 Firefighter I (or equivalent certification)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: FIR5502 Firefighter II Course Procedure  
  
  • FIR5505 - Firefighter Safety And Survival ($)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    Description: This course is designed to provide information on how to reduce injuries and fatalities in the fire service. The course prepares students to create positive outcomes from incidents and promote a safety culture in their fire department. Upon completion of the course, the student will develop competencies to increase understanding and skills in promoting a culture of safety, enforcing accountability, developing fitness standards, providing emotional support, eliminating unsafe acts, and applying risk management techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): FIR5501 - Firefighter I ($)  

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: FIR5505 Firefighter Safety and Survival Course Procedure  

Foreign Languages

  
  • FOL2330 - Spanish I (T►)


    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN SPA1010]
    Description: This course provides the essentials of Spanish grammar, elementary syntax, and composition. Easy reading, drill in pronunciation, and practice in speaking will be included.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: FOL2330 Spanish 1 Course Procedure  
  
  • FOL2331 - Spanish II (T►)


    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN SPA1020]
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    Description: This course is designed to help the student increase his or her ability to use every day Spanish phrases. Additional vocabulary, grammatical elements, syntax, and composition skills will be addressed. Special emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures.

    Prerequisite(s): FOL2330 - Spanish I (T►)  or two years of high school Spanish or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: FOL2331 Spanish 2 Course Procedure  
  
  • FOL2332 - Spanish III (T►)


    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN SPA2010]
    Schedule Note: Spring only
    Description: This course is designed to help students achieve beginning intermediate language proficiency in Spanish. Students will build on previously acquired skills to gain additional communicative competency in Spanish. Vocabulary, grammatical elements, syntax, and composition skills will be expanded. Special emphasis will be given to developing cultural awareness and using Spanish in expanded contexts.

    Prerequisite(s): FOL2331 - Spanish II (T►) , with a C or better; OR three years of successful high school Spanish with a minimum grade of “C” in final year; OR instructor permission.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: FOL2332 Spanish 3 Course Procedure  

Geography

  
  • GEG6120 - Principles of Geography (T►)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Social Science Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN GEO1010]
    Description: An introduction to the role geography plays in social, political, cultural, economic, and environmental systems. Topical and regional approaches are used to help the student develop a sense of place, meaning, and connections in a complex world.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: GEG6120 Principles of Geography Course Procedure  

Geology

  
  • GEO4311 - Geology (T►)


    5 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Laboratory Science
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN PSI1030]
    Description: A study of the geologic features of the surface of the earth, and the processes which have produced them. Laboratory work includes identification of rocks and minerals and the use and preparation of geological and topographical maps utilizing the scientific method.

    Course Classification: 3 cr. Lecture/2 cr. Lab
    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: GEO4311 Geology Course Procedure  

Graphic Design

  
  • CGA2012 - Computer Illustration (Illustrator)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Description: This course is designed to extend participants’ knowledge of drawing and painting techniques. Students will learn digital skills of integration with computer painting and drawing.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2012 Introduction to Computer Illustration Course Procedure  
  
  • CGA2013 - Introduction to Computer Graphics ($)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Computer Literacy
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Description: An introduction to design software for Windows. A hands-on approach to the fundamental concepts and terminology for creating and editing graphics in Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2013 Introduction to Computer Graphics Course Procedure  
  
  • CGA2014 - Visual Communication


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Description: This course is designed to introduce art, graphic design, and journalism majors to the fundamentals of visual communication.

    Prerequisite(s): CGA2013 - Introduction to Computer Graphics ($) .

  
  • CGA2022 - Typography


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Description: This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of typography. Emphasis is on creative manipulation of letterforms as design elements and their impact on the message communicated by the text and overall design. Students will use Adobe graphic and page layout software to control and enhance type.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CGA2012 - Computer Illustration (Illustrator)  or Instructor approval

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2022 Typography Course Procedure  
  
  • CGA2025 - Page Layout (Indesign)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Description: Page Layout Software is a key component of a desktop publishing system. This course will deal in the arrangement and style of page content along with proper file preparation. Students will combine text and graphics to create layouts for a variety of publications. (Adobe InDesign Required)

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2025 Page Layout Software Course Procedure  
  
  • CGA2030 - Intro. to Digital Imaging (Photoshop)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Description: The goal of this course is to explore fundamental techniques in Photoshop. Ideal for students eager to explore Photoshop, work with layer techniques, gain an understanding of how to do basic photo repairs and color enhancements.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2030 Introduction to Digital Imaging Course Procedure  
  
  
  • CGA2040 - Graphic Design II


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Description: The second course in the graphic design sequence stresses creative problem solving techniques as applied to single and multiple page layout as well as color and typography. Assignments investigate graphic communication in a variety of two and three-dimensional forms including print media, advertising, packaging, and promotional systems. Building on the iterative processes in previous courses, students will more thoroughly analyze and question problems while exploring a range of solutions. Class meets for 6 hours a week.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CGA2030 - Intro. to Digital Imaging (Photoshop) , Grade of C or better in CGA2012 - Computer Illustration (Illustrator) , Grade of C or better in ART2130 - Foundation Design 2D (T►) , or Instructor approval

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2040 Graphic Design II Course Procedure  
  
  
  • CGA2055 - Graphic Materials and Processes


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    Description: This class demonstrates that paper, cardboard and other types of typically flat media can be a 3-D design element to be considered during idea generation when problem-solving. Paper is not just a flat surface upon which a layout (concept + image, color and type) is applied. Students will fold, cut, score, emboss and create 3D designs, learn pop-up techniques, build boxes, as well as look at folders and binding presentations. Proper use of tools and hand skills are important as we measure, cut, piece and build items.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in ART2130 - Foundation Design 2D (T►)  or Instructor approval

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2055 Graphic Materials and Processes Course Procedure  
  
  • CGA2065 - Design Portfolio


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Schedule Note: Fall only
    Description: Students will evaluate, improve, and select work covering various areas of graphic design for a professional portfolio. Students will develop interviewing and presentation skills to aid in job placement as well as on-the-job training in design-related work.

    Prerequisite(s): The student must have at least six (6) credit hours of design coursework and the student has the ultimate responsibility of gaining field experience in a training location approved by the instructor.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2065 Design Portfolio Course Procedure  
  
  • CGA2066 - Graphic Design Internship I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Description: An internship for a local agency or business provided services related to graphic design and/or web design. Students will receive a minimum of 45 hours of hands-on instruction in a real world environment utilizing the techniques and software they have learned in the classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: CGA2066 Graphic Design Internship I Course Procedure  
  
  • CGA2067 - Graphic Design Internship II


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: An internship for a local agency or business provided services related to graphic design and/or web design. Students will receive a minimum of 45 hours of hands-on instruction in a real world environment utilizing the techniques and software they have learned in the classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval.


Health and Physical Education

  
  
  • HPE6334 - Theory of Coaching Basketball I


    2 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: Provides instruction in fundamental skills of coaching, individual and team play, organization of practices, and the handling of teams during the competitive seasons of basketball. Emphasis is placed on the ability of the coach to teach, exercise leadership, negotiate internal team problems, organize and communicate necessary information pertinent to team success, monitor team progress, utilize problem solving and decision making skills, maintain ethical standards and responsibility for team actions, and clearly demonstrate skills necessary for effective communication and motivation of the team.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPE6334 Theory of Coaching Basketball I Course Procedure  
  
  • HPE6335 - Topics in Education - Officiating Football


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: The course objectives and outcomes are met through the attendance of a KSHSAA approved Football Officiating Class with a minimum of 16 clock hours. Topics include: the rules of high school football; the legal, financial, and social responsibilities of becoming a high school football official; officiating positions; qualities of the outstanding football official. To receive college credit, workshop attendees must pass a final exam. Attendees will then be eligible to register with KSHSAA and complete the KSHSAA online exam to become an official. Note: Additional meetings over rules and regulations are required by KSHSAA to continue working as an official.

    Prerequisite(s): No course Prerequisites.  Age Requirement: Individuals must be 18 to be eligible to register with KSHSAA and become an official. 

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPE6335 Topics in Education - Officiating Football Course Procedure  

Health and Physical Recreation

  
  • HPR6325 - Lifetime Fitness


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Designed to expose students to facts about and experiences in dealing with motor, physical, physiological, psychological and nutritional aspects of the human being. The responsibility to maintain fitness during a life span.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6325 Lifetime Fitness Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6330 - Physical Conditioning I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A course planned to incorporate activities designed to develop speed, strength, and endurance through exercise and weight training.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6330 Physical Conditioning I Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6331 - Physical Conditioning II


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A course planned to incorporate activities designed to develop speed, strength, and endurance through exercise and weight training.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6331 Physical Conditioning II Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6332 - Physical Conditioning III


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A course planned to incorporate activities designed to develop speed, strength, and endurance through exercise and weight training.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6332 Physical Conditioning III Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6333 - Physical Conditioning IV


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A course planned to incorporate activities designed to develop speed, strength, and endurance through exercise and weight training.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6333 Physical Conditioning IV Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6378 - Weight Training I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A basic course in weight training that is specific to the student’s sport he/she decides to specialize in. To provide the knowledge and inspire the understanding of weight training areas include; circuit training, free weights, safety concerns, stretching, proper warm-up and warm-down. Technique is a major focus. Necessary to organize and teach safe, effective weight training that is specific to the individuals sport.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6378 Weight Training I Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6379 - Weight Training II


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A basic course in weight training that is specific to the student’s sport he/she decides to specialize in. To provide the knowledge and inspire the understanding of weight training areas include; circuit training, free weights, safety concerns, stretching, proper warm-up and warm-down. Technique is a major focus. Necessary to organize and teach safe, effective weight training that is specific to the individuals sport.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6379 Weight Training II Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6380 - Weight Training III


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A basic course in weight training that is specific to the student’s sport he/she decides to specialize in. To provide the knowledge and inspire the understanding of weight training areas include; circuit training, free weights, safety concerns, stretching, proper warm-up and warm-down. Technique is a major focus. Necessary to organize and teach safe, effective weight training that is specific to the individuals sport.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6380 Weight Training III Course Procedure  
  
  • HPR6381 - Weight Training IV


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: A basic course in weight training that is specific to the student’s sport he/she decides to specialize in. To provide the knowledge and inspire the understanding of weight training areas include; circuit training, free weights, safety concerns, stretching, proper warm-up and warm-down. Technique is a major focus. Necessary to organize and teach safe, effective weight training that is specific to the individuals sport.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HPR6381 Weight Training IV Course Procedure  

Health and Varsity Sports

  
  
  
  
  
  • HVS6521 - Varsity Baseball I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6521 Varsity Baseball I Course Procedure  
  
  
  
  
  • HVS6531 - Varsity Softball I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6531 Varsity Softball I Course Procedure  
  
  
  
  
  • HVS6541 - Varsity Tennis I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6541 Varsity Tennis I Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6542 - Varsity Tennis II


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6542 Varsity Tennis II Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6543 - Varsity Tennis III


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6543 Varsity Tennis III Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6544 - Varsity Tennis IV


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6544 Varsity Tennis IV Course Procedure  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • HVS6571 - Rhythm I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6571 Rhythm I Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6572 - Rhythm II


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6572 Rhythm II Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6573 - Rhythm III


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6573 Rhythm III Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6574 - Rhythm IV


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6574 Rhythm IV Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6575 - Cheerleading I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6575 Cheerleading I Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6576 - Cheerleading II


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6575 Cheerleading I Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6577 - Cheerleading III


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6577 Cheerleading III Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6578 - Cheerleading IV


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6578 Cheerleading IV Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6581 - Varsity Soccer I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6581 Varsity Soccer I Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6582 - Varsity Soccer II


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6582 Varsity Soccer II Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6583 - Varsity Soccer III


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6583 Varsity Soccer III Course Procedure  
  
  • HVS6584 - Varsity Soccer IV


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Physical Education
    Description: Student participation in a sport on an intercollegiate level.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HVS6584 Varsity Soccer IV Course Procedure  
  
  
  
  

History

  
  • HIS6411 - United States History to 1877 (T►)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN HIS1010]
    Description: Development of the United States, 1492 to 1877, including English colonization, the American Revolution, formation of the Union, colonization of the West, development of sectionalism, the Civil War, and restoration of home rule in the South.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HIS6411 United States History to 1877 Course Procedure  
  
  • HIS6412 - United States Since 1865 (T►)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN HIS1020]
    Description: Study of the problems and issues involved in the growth and development of the United States since 1865. The Reconstruction period is treated as an introduction. This course will also cover industrial growth, the Progressive movement, the Roaring Twenties, Great Depression World War I, World War II and the Cold War.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HIS6412 United States History Since 1865 Course Procedure  
  
  • HIS6420 - World History I (T►)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN HIS1030]
    Schedule Note: Fall only (F2F) Online every semester
    Description: This course is an introductory history survey of the birth and early development of world societies to the 16th Century. The scope of the course includes the emergence of human communities, the formation of new empires, interaction of cultural communities and patterns of exploration and conquest. Of specific emphasis are the important political, social, economic, intellectual, religious, technological, environmental and cultural trends that have shaped the world to A.D. 1550.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HIS6420 World History I Course Procedure  
  
  • HIS6421 - World History II (T►)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    (T►) Kansas Regents System Wide Transfer Course: [KRSN HIS1040]
    Schedule Note: Spring only (F2F) Online every semester
    Description: This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to World History since A.D. 1500 to the present. This course will survey the important political, cultural, economic, and religious/philosophical accomplishments of humans during this period. Knowledge of one’s cultural is essential if one is to understand the present and intelligently plan for the future. This course seeks to cultivate an appreciation of history and its importance in helping promote human’s positive accomplishments in today’s world.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HIS6421 World History II Course Procedure  

Humanities

  
  • HUMELEC - Humanities Elective


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: Students should work with their advisor to select appropriate courses for their transfer pathway in different disciplines from ART, FOL, HIS, HUM, LIT, MIN, MUS, PHO, REL, or THE. Studio and Performance courses cannot be included.

    For a list of course options click this link Humanities Elective(s)  

  
  • HUMELEC #1 - Humanities Elective #1


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: Students should work with their advisor to select appropriate courses for their transfer pathway in different disciplines from ART, FOL, HIS, HUM, LIT, MIN, MUS, PHO, REL, or THE. Studio and Performance courses cannot be included.

    For a list of course options click this link Humanities Elective(s)   

  
  • HUMELEC #2 - Humanities Elective #2


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: Students should work with their advisor to select appropriate courses for their transfer pathway in different disciplines from ART, FOL, HIS, HUM, LIT, MIN, MUS, PHO, REL, or THE. Studio and Performance courses cannot be included.

    For a list of course options click this link Humanities Elective(s)    

  
  • HUMELEC #3 - Humanities Elective #3


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: Students should work with their advisor to select appropriate courses for their transfer pathway in different disciplines from ART, FOL, HIS, HUM, LIT, MIN, MUS, PHO, REL, or THE. Studio and Performance courses cannot be included.

    For a list of course options click this link Humanities Elective(s)    

  
  • HUM2921 - Integrated Humanities


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Humanities Elective
    Description: This course is designed to increase awareness and fluency in various genres of the arts, including art, drama, literature, and music. Emphasis will be placed on critical development, historical perspectives, interrelationships between individual genres, and the role of artistic expression in a free society. When appropriate, actual or virtual field trips to museums, galleries, and performances will be incorporated into the schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: HUM2921 Integrated Humanities Course Procedure  

Industrial Related Technology

  
  • INR3713 - Applied Economics


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRATE
    Description: This course is designed to equip the student with the tools needed to understand and succeed in the financial world. The topics covered are supply/demand, types of economics, pricing, interest rates (loans, credit cards, mortgages), investing (IRA, Mutual Funds, 401K, etc.), joining the labor market (resumes, cover letters, interviews). Current news items are discussed to see how they affect our topics. Internet research and CNBC/Bloomberg are used to punctuate the learning.

    Prerequisite(s): This course is open to all students who are accepted in technical programs.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: INR3713 Applied Economics Course Procedure  
  
  • INR3716 - Technical Mathematics


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: AcceleRATE
    Description: This course is designed to prepare the student for dealing with the problems of industry. It will briefly review basic arithmetic and then move on to application problems (word problems) taken from various industrial disciplines. The focus will be on manipulating weights, measurements, and formulas from basic math through an introduction to algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

    Prerequisite(s): This course is open to all students who are accepted in technical programs.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: INR3716 Technical Mathematics Course Procedure  
  
  • INR3717 - Print Reading ($)


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Description: A course designed to study the basics of blueprint drawings and to practice obtaining desired information from blueprints. Includes: types of drawings, lines, dimensions, tolerances, specifications, and sketching techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): This course is open to all students who are accepted in technical programs.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: INR3717 Print Reading Course Procedure  
  
  • INR3718 - OSHA 10 ($)


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Description: This course will enable the student to identify and understand safety hazards in a business or industrial setting. The principles learned in this course will allow the student to apply theory & guidelines in making a safe workplace.

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: INR3718 OSHA 10 Course Procedure  
  
  • INR3725 - Introductory Craft Skills (NCCER CORE) ($)


    3 hour(s)
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Description: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the construction industry trades. The course covers safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, blueprint reading, rigging, communication skills, and employability skills. Successful completion results in the nationally recognized NCCER CORE credential. 

     

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: INR3725 Introductory Craft Skills (NCCER CORE) Course Procedure  
  
  • INR3735 - Industrial Technical Writing


    3 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Elective
    Description: A course designed for the career and technical education student to understand and properly identify situations where different forms of documents are more appropriate than others. This course will discuss and review the importance of writing technically correct documents related to specific careers within industry. This course is designed for students to prepare and generate documents that could be utilized later as a guide in their career.

    Prerequisite(s): CTE Reading Placement level required. ( Assessment score of 63 or higher in COMPASS reading, 58 or higher in ACCUPLACER reading, or 224 NextGeneration Assessment score.)

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: INR3735 Industrial Technical Writing Course Procedure  
  
  • INR3751 - Career And Technical Internship I


    1 hour(s)
    Elective Type: Technical Elective
    ($) Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
    Description: This course is designed to provide the student with practical work experience and on the job training within his or her chosen career field. Students will work with professionals in the field, learn the type of dedication necessary and observe working operations in the career environment.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of 12 credit hours in core courses with overall 2.0 GPA or permission from department chair.

    Course Outcomes/Procedures: INR3751 Career & Technical Internship I Course Procedure  
 

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