Course Descriptions

PTA 110 Introduction to Physical Therapy

1. Analyze the current state of the physical therapy profession in light of the profession’s history, policies, literature, and current issues on written exams with a score of at least 75.
2. Analyze physical therapy data collection skills (vital signs, wheelchair measurements, body composition measurements, functional assessments, and environmental assessments) on written exams with at least a score of 75.
3. Analyze physical therapy interventions (patient positioning, bed mobility training, transfer training, wheelchair training, gait training, infection control, tilt table, documentation, and patient education) on written exams with a score of at least 75.
4. Perform safe and effective physical therapy data collection skills during skills tests with a score of at least 80 according to the grading criteria.
5. Perform safe and effective physical therapy interventions on skills tests with a score of at least 80 according to the grading criteria.
6. Perform safe and effective physical therapy data collection skills and interventions on practical exams with a score of at least 80 according to the grading criteria.
7. Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course with a score of at least 70 according to the grading criteria.

PTA 125 Gross and Functional Anatomy

1. Analyze the gross and functional anatomy of the human body on written exams with a score of at least 75.
2. Analyze sensory testing, goniometric measurements, manual muscle testing, flexibility testing, limb length measurements, postural analysis and gait analysis on written exams with a score of at least 75.
3. Demonstrate sensory testing, goniometric measurements, flexibility testing, and manual muscle testing on skills tests with a score of at least 80 according to the grading criteria.
4. Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course with a score of at least 70 according to the grading criteria.

PTA 135 Pathology

1. Explain the pathological process of illness, injury, and aging and the resources used for diagnosis on written examinations.
2. Analyze the disease processes and the management of patients with cardiovascular, neurological, pulmonary, and musculoskeletal conditions on written examinations.
3. Analyze the disease processes and the management of patients with cancer, pediatric, gastrointestinal, infectious disease, renal, hepatobiliary, immunological, hematological, reproductive, and endocrine and metabolic conditions on written examinations.
4. Construct a poster presentation for use during an oral presentation.
5. Demonstrate professional skills for all aspects of the course.

PTA 145 Therapeutic Procedures

1. Appraise the indications, contraindications, precautions, and effectiveness of treatments of specific modalities on written examinations.
2. Apply safe and effective physical therapy management to simulated patients during practical examinations.
3. Apply safe and effective physical therapy management to simulated patients during skills test.
4. Present an oral presentation 5. Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course.

PTA 155 PTA Clinical I

1. Perform in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others.
2. Demonstrate expected clinical behaviors in a professional manner in all situations.
3. Perform in a manner consistent with established legal standards, standards of the profession, and ethical guidelines.
4. Adapt delivery of physical therapy services with consideration for patients’ difference, values, preferences, and needs.
5. Communicate in ways that are congruent with situational needs.
6. Develop plans to improve knowledge, skills, and behaviors.
7. Demonstrate clinical problem-solving.
8. Perform physical therapy interventions and data collection in a competent manner.
9. Produce quality documentation in a timely manner to support the delivery of physical therapy services.
10. Participate in the efficient delivery of physical therapy services.

PTA 185 PTA Clinical II

1. Perform in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others.
2. Demonstrate expected clinical behaviors in a professional manner in all situations.
3. Perform in a manner consistent with established legal standards, standards of the profession, and ethical guidelines.
4. Adapt delivery of physical therapy services with consideration for patients’ difference, values, preferences, and needs.
5. Communicate in ways that are congruent with situational needs.
6. Develop plans to improve knowledge, skills, and behaviors.
7. Demonstrate clinical problem-solving.
8. Perform physical therapy interventions and data collection in a competent manner.
9. Produce quality documentation in a timely manner to support the delivery of physical therapy services.
10. Participate in the efficient delivery of physical therapy services.

PTA 212 Health Care/Resources

1. Analyze the major characteristics of the United States health care system on written exams with a score of at least 75.
2. Explain the major methods of financing and reimbursing health care in the United States on written exams with a score of at least 75.
3. Express responses to participation in a health-related community event on a written assignment with a score of at least 70 according to the grading criteria.
4. Express responses to an article from PT In Motion on a written assignment with a score of at least 70 according to the grading criteria.
5. Prepare for the National Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure Examination by participating in all practice exams.
6. Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course with a score of at least 70 according to the grading criteria.

PTA 215 Therapeutic Exercise

1. Analyze the role of the physical therapist assistant in orthopedics on written exams with a score of at least 75.
2. Analyze the responses of tissues of the body to injury, repair, and aging on written exams with a score of at least 75.
3. Analyze the major principles of range of motion exercises, flexibility exercises, strengthening exercises, aerobic exercises, balance/coordination exercises and peripheral joint mobilizations on written exams with a score of at least 75.
4. Analyze the major principles of orthopedic pharmacology on written exams with a score of at least 75.
5. Analyze the management of patients/clients with pediatric, athletic, repetitive stress, and geriatric orthopedic conditions on written exams with a score of at least 75.
6. Perform safe and effective range of motion exercises, flexibility exercises, strengthening exercises, aerobic exercises, and balance/coordination exercises on skills tests with a score of at least 80 according to the grading rubric.
7. Perform safe and effective data collection and interventions on practical exams with a score of at least 80 according to the grading rubric.
8. Apply readings from professional literature to the practice of physical therapy during a student presentation with a score of at least 70 according to the grading rubric.
9. Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course with a score of at least 70 according to the grading rubric.

PTA 222 Professional Interactions

1. Explore the basic values of the healthcare profession and individual and cultural differences in written assignments.
2. Present an oral presentation.

PTA 225 Introduction to Rehabilitation

1. Analyze the disease processes and the management of patients with chronic pulmonary dysfunction, heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, lower extremity amputations, burn injuries, and cancer-related fatigue on written exams with a score of at least 75.
2. Analyze the appropriate use of orthotics, prosthetics, and aquatic exercises on written exams with a score of at least 75.
3. Apply safe and effective physical therapy management to simulated patients during practical exams with a score of at least 80 according to the grading rubric.
4. Present an evidence-based practice project with a score of at least 70 according to the grading rubric.
5. Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course with a score of at least 70 according to the grading rubric.

PTA 235 Neurological Rehabilitation

1. Analyze the disease processes and the management of various neurological conditions on written examinations with an average score of at least 75%.
2. Apply safe and effective physical therapy management to simulated patients during practical examinations with an average score of at least 80% according to the grading rubric.
3. Develop major written papers using professional research with an average score of at least 70% according to the grading rubric.
4. Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course with an average score of at least 70% according to the grading rubric.

PTA 245 PTA Clinical III

1. Practice physical therapy data collection and interventions in a safe, effective, legal, and ethical manner.
2. Demonstrate respectful interactions with patients/clients and other healthcare workers.
3. Demonstrate communication and documentation in ways that are congruent with situational needs.
4. Assess the need for modification to the plan of care established by the physical therapist.
5. Demonstrate effective education of others using relevant and effective teaching methods.
6. Support activities addressing quality of service delivery.
7. Maximize resources such as time, space, equipment and finances.
8. Explore a self-directed plan for career.

PTA 255 PTA Clinical IV

1. Practice physical therapy data collection and interventions in a safe, effective, legal, and ethical manner.
2. Demonstrate respectful interactions with patients/clients and other healthcare workers. 3. Demonstrate communication and documentation in ways that are congruent with situational needs.
3. Assess the need for modification to the plan of care established by the physical therapist.
4. Demonstrate effective education of others using relevant and effective teaching methods.
5. Support activities addressing quality of service delivery.
6. Maximize resources such as time, space, equipment and finances.
7. Explore a self-directed plan for career.

PAD 151 Introduction to Public Administration

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

1. Describe public personnel administration and management.
2. Explain decision making in public administration.
3. Explain the functions of government in society and in the lives of people composing that society.
4. Discuss ethics in public administration.

Student Learning Outcomes are from the NC Community College Combined Course Library.

PAD 152 Ethics in Government

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

1. Analyze ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest that arise from individual, organizational and systemic approaches to ethical behavior.
2. Define the role of the public administrator in ethical decision making.
3. Apply the design approach to define the key ethical issues most often encountered in public administration.
4. Identify the important ethical principles for today’s society.

Student Learning Outcomes are from the NC Community College Combined Course Library.

PAD 252 Public Policy Analysis

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

1. Describe the relationship between public and private sectors.
2. Define the concepts of ecology and environmental impact.
3. Analyze the effectiveness of public programs.
4. Discuss the use of informal groups and information networks.

Student Learning Outcomes are from the NC Community College Combined Course Library.

PAD 254 Grant Writing

1. Define the correct steps to writing a public safety grant.
2. Analyze effective relationships with funding sources.
3. Illustrate proper strategies to develop grant proposals. 
4. Design an effective grant summary proposal.

RAD 110 RAD Introduction & Patient Care

1. Communicate professionally and effectively with appropriate medical terminology for patients and other healthcare professionals in a simulated medical environment.
2. Demonstrate satisfactory achievement of patient care competencies.
3. Implement safe practices for patients, colleagues, and self.

RAD 111 RAD Procedures I

1. Distinguish relevant radiographic anatomy on bones, graphics, and images.
2. Simulate accurate positioning for chest, abdomen, extremities, bony thorax, and pelvis based on criteria.
3. Critique images of chest, abdomen, extremities, bony thorax, and pelvis for radiographic criteria.
4. Implement best practices for radiation safety during radiographic examinations.

RAD 112 RAD Procedures II

1. Distinguish relevant radiographic anatomy on bones, system models, graphics, and images.
2. Simulate accurate positioning for spine, gastrointestinal procedures, biliary, skull, urinary and other medical imaging procedures based on criteria.
3. Critique images of spine, gastrointestinal, biliary, skull, urinary, and other medical imaging procedures for radiographic criteria.
4. Implement best practices for radiation safety during radiographic examinations.

RAD 113 RAD Lab Elective

1. Communicate professionally and effectively with appropriate positioning nomenclature in a simulated medical environment.
2. Develop competency for chest, abdomen, extremities, bony thorax, and pelvis radiography based on positioning criteria.
3. Direct patients with appropriate breathing techniques for radiographic procedures.
4. Implement best practices for radiation safety during radiographic examinations.
5. Operate radiographic equipment properly.

RAD 121 Image Production I

1. Differentiate conditions appropriate for automatic exposure control (AEC).
2. Select radiographic devices to minimize effects of scatter radiation.
3. Assess the function of radiographic equipment components.
4. Identify parts of the x-ray tube.
5. Critique basic imaging quality factors.

RAD 122 Image Production II

1. Investigate how radiologic imaging is based on general physics concepts.
2. Solve word problems about basic principles of electrostatics.
3. Solve word problems about conventional fluoroscopy production and equipment.
4. Examine the equipment and production process for digital medical Imaging.

RAD 141 Radiation Safety

1. Compare normal structure or functions of cells, tissues, organs, and body systems with effects when disrupted. 
2. Differentiate the interactions between types of ionizing radiation and biological tissue. 
3. Summarize stages of acute radiation syndrome including dose requirements and biological effects.
4. Select appropriate (System Internationale) units of measure for radiation and radioactive materials.
5. Interpret industry best practices and regulatory standards for limiting ionizing radiation exposure to patients and personnel.

RAD 151 RAD Clinical Ed I

1. Use basic skills appropriate for a first semester student under direct supervision to assist and/or perform a variety of diagnostic radiography procedures.
2. Generate complete and accurate documentation of clinical experiences using Trajecsys and other required systems or documents.
3. Relate examples of appropriate patient care during medical imaging procedures.
4. Perform diagnostic radiography procedures of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, and bony thorax competently.  

RAD 161 RAD Clinical Ed II

1. Use basic skills appropriate for a second semester student under direct supervision to assist and/or perform a variety of diagnostic radiography procedures.
2. Generate complete and accurate documentation of clinical experiences using Trajecsys and other required systems or documents.
3. Perform diagnostic radiography procedures of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, bony thorax, spine, skull, fluoroscopy, and using C-Arm equipment competently.
4. Defend appropriate critical thinking skills in routine clinical radiography situations.

RAD 171 RAD Clinical Ed III

1. Use skills appropriate for a third semester student under direct supervision to assist and/or perform all diagnostic radiography procedures.
2. Generate complete and accurate documentation of clinical experiences using Trajecsys and other required systems or documents.
3. Defend appropriate critical thinking skills in clinical radiography situations.
4. Perform all diagnostic radiography procedures competently.

RAD 211 RAD Procedures III

1. Investigate an approved topic related to medical imaging.
2. Differentiate a variety of pathology’s present in medical imaging. 
3. Explore a variety of specialized procedures and modalities beyond the scope of basic radiography practice. 
4. Critique images for corrections based on positioning and radio graphic criteria.

RAD 231 Image Production III

1. Investigate how general physics principles of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetism, and rectification are applied to radiologic imaging.
2. Solve word problems about the basic principles of Ohm’s Law in series and parallel circuits.
3. Solve word problems about the basic principles of transformers.
4. Compare pre- and post-processing digital image manipulation.
5. Interpret best practices for quality assurance and quality control as they apply to medical imaging. 

RAD 251 RAD Clinical Ed IV

1. Use skills appropriate for a fourth semester student under direct supervision to assist and/or perform all diagnostic radiography procedures.
2. Generate complete and accurate documentation of clinical experiences using Trajecsys and other required systems or documents.
3. Defend appropriate critical thinking skills specifically for variations of patients in clinical radiography situations.
4. Perform all diagnostic radiography procedures competently, including exposure factors and image evaluation.

RAD 261 RAD Clinical Ed V

1. Use graduate-level skills appropriate for a fifth semester student under direct supervision to assist and/or perform all diagnostic radiography procedures.
2. Generate complete and accurate documentation of clinical experiences using Trajecsys and other required systems or documents.
3. Defend appropriate critical thinking skills specifically for image evaluation of anatomy, positioning, technical factors, and improvements.
4. Perform all diagnostic radiography procedures competently, including exposure factors and image evaluation.

RAD 271 Radiography Capstone

1. Evaluate retention of previous course material based on section unit exams.
2. Apply problem-solving skills to comprehensive certification practice exams.
3. Exhibit knowledge and professional behavior of an entry-level radiographer.
4. Adapt didactic information to clinical situations.

REL 110 World Religions

1. Create a definition of religion illustrated with examples from Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as appropriate.
2. Analyze how religion is influenced by societal impacts (social, economic, political, geographical, and cultural forces) through written or spoken examples.
3. Formulate descriptive, empathetic, and critical responses to each religion.
4. Apply vocabulary terms used within each tradition to describe its particular philosophical and ritual insights.

REL 111 Eastern Religions

1. Create a definition of religion illustrated with examples from Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam as appropriate which underline their understanding of the connections and differences in how this term applies to these belief systems.
2. Describe key beliefs, figures, and practices of the major world religions.
3. Analyze through written or spoken examples how religion is influenced by societal impacts such as social, economic, political,and cultural forces .
4. Apply vocabulary terms used within each tradition to describe its particular philosophical and ritual insights.
5. Apply geographical identifications to connect the religions to regional practices and history.
6. Formulate descriptive, empathetic, and critical responses to each religion.
7. Use key primary texts to explore how believers approach their religious traditions.

REL 112 Western Religions

1. Create a definition of religion illustrated with examples from Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam as appropriate which underline their understanding of the connections and differences in how this term applies to these belief systems.
2. Describe key beliefs, figures, and practices of the major world religions.
3. Analyze through written or spoken examples how religion is influenced by societal impacts such as social, economic, political,and cultural forces .
4. Apply vocabulary terms used within each tradition to describe its particular philosophical and ritual insights.
5. Apply geographical identifications to connect the religions to regional practices and history.
6. Formulate descriptive, empathetic, and critical responses to each religion.
7. Use key primary texts to explore how believers approach their religious traditions.

REL 211 Introduction to Old Testament

1. Analyze the historical, archaeological, and literary nature of the Old Testament.
2. Analyze critically Biblical text from an academic prospective.
3. Apply vocabulary of terms associated with Biblical criticism.
4. Deconstruct literary styles (such as myth, law, poetry, and prose) of the Old Testament to interpret the biblical narrative.
5. Demonstrate analytical and exegetical skills through formal and informal writing assignments.
6. Interpret the “Old Testament” as the Hebrew Bible, noting the shared Christian and Jewish interpretations of this text as well as the differences in their understanding and resulting practices.

REL 212 Introduction to New Testament

1. Demonstrate through written or spoken examples how the writing of the New Testament is influenced by societal elements, such as social, economic, political, and cultural forces.
2. Apply map skills to interpret the influence of geography on the New Testament.
3. Explain the reasons for and some of the findings of historical, source, form, redaction, literary, and narrative criticism by New Testament scholars.
4. Correlate the authors’ backgrounds and target audiences with their purposes for writing in each of the 27 books of the New Testament.
5. Analyze the connection between early Christian beliefs and the world in which they developed.
6. Compare New Testament writings with other 1st century writings not included in the canon.
7. Demonstrate analytical and exegetical skills through formal and informal writing assignments.
8. Apply vocabulary terms used within biblical scholarship to describe its particular academic insights.

REL 221 Religion in America

1. Interpret the historical impact of religious beliefs and practice on American culture.
2. Analyze the diversity of religious practice and belief currently a part of life in the U.S.
3. Through the use of literature, analyze the evolution of religious belief and practices.
4. Evaluate the interests of religious sectarians and special interest groups and their impact on American culture.
5. Relate the ideal of the “Protestant” foundation of American culture to other founding American religious traditions.
6. Evaluate the influence of religion in American political life using assigned current topics.

SAB 110 Substance Abuse Overview

1. Evaluate the social, political, economic, and cultural context within which addiction and substance abuse exist, including risk and resiliency factors that characterize individuals and their living environments.
2. Explain the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant other.
3. Recognize the potential for substance use disorders to mimic a variety of medical and psychological disorders, and the potential for medical and psychological disorders to co-exist with addiction and substance abuse.
4. Identify common medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.
5. State factors that increase the likelihood that an individual, community, or group will be at-risk alcohol and other drug problems.

SAB 120 Intake and Assessment

1. Explain the established diagnostic criteria for substance dependence and abuse.
2. Describe treatment modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care.
3. Explain how to screen for alcohol and other drug toxicity, withdrawal symptoms, aggression or danger to others, and potential for self-inflicted harm or suicide.
4. Develop the treatment options relevant to the client’s needs, characteristics, and goals.
5. Apply accepted criteria for diagnosis, and the use of modalities on the continuum of care, in making treatment recommendations.
6. Select comprehensive assessment instruments that are sensitive to age, gender, and culture, and which address relevant information.
7. Prepare accurate and concise screening, intake, and assessment reports.

SAB 125 Substance Abuse Case Management

1. Differentiate between situations in which it is most appropriate for the client to self-refer to a resource, and instances requiring counselor referral.
2. Describe how to access and arrange referrals to other professionals, agencies, community programs, or other appropriate resources to meet client needs.
3. Explain in clear and specific language the necessity for, and process of, referral to increase the likelihood of client understanding and follow-through.
4. Create accurate documentation of case management activities throughout the course of treatment.
5. Recognize accepted principles of client record management.
6. Explain how to protect client rights to privacy and confidentiality in the preparation and handling of records, especially in relation to the communication of client information with third parties.

SAB 135 Addictive Process

1. Examine a variety of models and theories of addiction and other substance-related problems.
2. Evaluate the value of an interdisciplinary approach to addiction treatment.
3. Describe the need to adapt practice to the range of treatment settings and modalities.
4. Identify common medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.
5. Design culturally relevant formal and informal education programs that raise awareness and support substance abuse prevention and/or the recovery process.
6. Describe principles and philosophies of prevention, treatment, relapse, and recovery.
7. Summarize the health and behavioral problems related to the treatment of addiction, including transmission and prevention of HIV/AIDS, TB, STDs, and other communicable diseases.

SAB 210 Addiction and Recovery Counsel

1. Describe the philosophies, practices, policies, and outcomes of the most generally accepted models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention and continuing care for addiction and other substance-related programs.
2. Evaluate a variety of helping strategies for reducing the negative effects of substance abuse and dependency.
3. Design helping strategies and treatment modalities to the client’s stage of dependency, change, or recovery.
4. Describe the need for, and the use of, methods for measuring treatment outcome.
5. Summarize culturally appropriate stages of change and other signs of treatment progress.
6. Develop strategies to increase client knowledge, skills, and attitudes that contribute to a positive change in substance use behaviors.
7. Facilitate the development of basic and life skills associated with recovery.
8. Document the treatment outcome, using accepted methods and instruments.

SAB 240 SAB Issues in Client Serv

1. Describe the addiction professional’s obligation to adhere to generally accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct in the helping relationship.
2. Establish professional relations with civic groups, agencies, other professionals, governmental entities, and the community-at-large in order to ensure appropriate referrals, identify service gaps, expand community resources, and help address unmet needs.
3. Integrate terminology, procedures, and the roles of other disciplines related to the treatment of addiction.
4. Evaluate the health and behavioral problems related to the treatment of addiction, including transmission and prevention of HIV/AIDS, TB, STDs, and other communicable diseases.
5. Interpret information from current counseling and addictions research literature in order to improve client care and enhance professional growth.
6. Identify federal and state laws, and agency regulations, regarding addictions treatment.

SGD 111 Introduction to SGD

1. Examine the history of video game development.
2. Analyze player and game elements.
3. Assess the various career choices in the gaming and simulation industry.
4. Compose basic level gaming and simulation documents.

SGD 112 SGD Design I

1. Recognize major concepts in video game development.
2. Extend basic HTML and Javascript principles.
3. Modify simple HTML and Javascript games.
4. Explain resources and considerations necessary to create a video game.

SGD 113 SGD Programming I

1. Navigate the Visual Studio IDE.
2. Determine proper program execution at run-time.
3. Determine logical solutions to programming problems.
4. Develop programs.

SGD 114 SGD 3D Modeling I

1. Demonstrate proficiency in modeling objects and characters using multiple industry techniques through projects with a minimum average score of 60.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in lighting and rendering an object and a scene through projects with a minimum average score of 60.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in moving about the interface quickly using keyboard shortcuts and hotbox in exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.
4. Demonstrate proficiency in creating materials and shader networks in exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.

SGD 124 Massive Multiplayer Online Programming

1. Evaluate Massive Multiplayer Online game design.
2. Investigate the aspects of network programming techniques.
3. Determine the best development techniques for Massive Multiplayer programs.
4. Develop a Massive Multiplayer game.

SGD 126 SG Engine Design

1. Identify the tools required for game engine development.
2. Analyze component use cases for game engine development.
3. Integrate the major components of game engines to a game engine design.
4. Develop a video game engine for deployment.

SGD 134 SG Quality Assurance

1. Analyze the difference between game playing and game testing.
2. Examine the different phases of testing.
3. Describe the different methodologies for video game testing.
4. Determine the appropriate testing techniques for particular use cases.
5. Create a usable testing plan for video game evaluation.

SGD 161 SGD 2D Animation

1. Examine the principles of animation.
2. Analyze real world physics and human body movement.
3. Evaluate animation techniques for objects and characters.
4. Create realistic character animations.

SGD 163 SGD Documentation

1. Examine the use of Production and Design Documents for Simulation and Game Design.
2. Analyze Pre-Production Concept and Game Requirements.
3. Explain the Game Production Cycle & Production Techniques.
4. Develop gaming and simulation documentation.

SGD 165 SGD Character Development

1. Explore the traits of a well defined character.
2. Analyze the various character roles in stories.
3. Evaluate the various methods of revealing character traits.
4. Develop characters and stories for games.

SGD 168 SGD Mobile Programming I

1. Explore the Android ADT and Unity 3D.
2. Investigate C# based programming techniques.
3. Determine the best techniques for app implementation.
4. Program android-based games.

SGD 174 SGD Level Design I

1. Examine tools and aspects of gaming and simulation level design.
2. Analyze level design techniques for implementation feasibility.
3. Determine level exclusive environments and assets.
4. Develop a video game level within a provided game.

SGD 180 SGD HTML Programming I

1. Demonstrate correct use of basic HTML tags, CSS and Javascript.
2. Create a simple web page using HTML tags and CSS.
3. Apply Javascript code to a web page to make it interactive.
4. Modify Javascript code to an existing simple game to add additional functionality.

SGD 212 SGD Design II

1. Demonstrate advanced programming logic through exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.
2. Discuss the genres of simulation and game development through exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the concepts of online gaming through exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.
4. Discuss the future of gaming through projects, exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.

SGD 213 SGD Programming II

1. Use advanced C# programming techniques.
2. Analyze programming solutions using algorithms and pseudo code.
3. Determine the most effective solution to a programming problem.
4. Develop programs using advanced C# programming techniques.

SGD 214 SGD 3D Modeling II

1. Create advanced modeling theories through projects through exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.
2. Import image planes and block out a model through projects through exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.
3. Create UV mapping techniques through projects through exams, quizzes and lab assignments with a minimum average score of 60.
4. Create advanced material in projects according to the rubrics of this course.
5. Implement high polygon to low polygon modeling techniques in projects according to the rubrics of this course.

SGD 274 SGD Level Design II

1. Examine tools and aspects of gaming and simulation level design.
2. Analyze level design techniques for implementation feasibility.
3. Determine level exclusive environments and assets.
4. Develop a video game level within a provided game engine.

SGD 280 SGD HTML Programming II

1. Construct an HTML based game using canvas technology to display and animate images.
2. Create an HTML based game by controlling JSON objects.
3. Create Javascript code to control and react to game sprites.
4. Develop an intermediate HTML based game to user specifications.

SGD 289 SGD Project

1. Apply previous concepts of game and simulation development.
2. Analyze high-level problems in gaming to develop solutions.
3. Evaluate problem solutions.
4. Produce a design document.
5. Construct a working game from design documents with little or no instructor supervision.

SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology

1. Differentiate the structural, functionalist, social conflict and symbolic interaction paradigms.
2. Examine the characteristics and components of culture and society.
3. Analyze the process of socialization.
4. Illustrate the relationship between conformity, deviance, and social control.
5. Explore sources of social inequality.

SOC 213 Sociology of the Family

1. Differentiate the theoretical paradigms used in family research.
2. Provide applications of the characteristics and components of culture and society in reference to the family.
3. Apply social inequality as it relates to aspects of family life.
4. Recognize the influences of various social institutions on the family.

SOC 220 Social Problems

1. Analyze what constitutes a social problem.
2. Evaluate the basic framework for interpreting current social problems.
3. Explain the causes of social problems and possible solutions.
4. Integrate detailed information based on sociological research about a specific social problem.

SOC 225 Social Diversity

1. Analyze how cultural and ethnic differences evolve.
2. Identify how cultural and ethnic differences affect values.
3. Evaluate the interplay between group divisions and social institutions.
4. Explain the power dynamics of majority/minority relationships.

SOC 240 Social Psychology

1. Differentiate the perspectives and methods employed in social psychological research.
2. Apply the concepts of attitudes, emotions, behaviors, conformity, and cooperation in analysis of social interaction.
3. Analyze the process of socialization.
4. Explore the uses of social inequality.

SOC 242 Sociology of Deviance

1. Recall the major theoretical perspectives of deviance.
2. Differentiate dominant deviance patterns as identified by sociological research methods.
3. Describe the sociological definition of deviance and deviant behavior.
4. Summarize the social processes in the construction of deviance.

SPA 111 Elementary Spanish I

1. Relate information on familiar topics in Spanish using the present tense and basic grammar.
2. Respond to questions regarding familiar situations in Spanish.
3. Respond to native or near-native speech on familiar topics.
4. Read short texts in Spanish.
5. Compose brief paragraphs on familiar topics in Spanish using information received in class or acquired through personal research.
6. Summarize aspects of everyday life in the Hispanic world.

SPA 112 Elementary Spanish II

1. Relate information on familiar topics in Spanish using the present tense, the present progressive, and the preterit, and basic grammar.
2. Respond to questions regarding familiar situations in Spanish.
3. Respond to native or near-native speech on familiar topics.
4. Read short texts in Spanish.
5. Compose paragraphs on familiar topics in Spanish using information received in class or acquired through personal research.
6. Summarize aspects of everyday life in the Hispanic world.

SPA 211 Intermediate Spanish I

1. Relate information on familiar topics in Spanish using the present, past and more advanced grammar.
2. Respond to questions regarding familiar situations in Spanish.
3. Respond to native or near-native speech on familiar topics.
4. Read short texts in Spanish
5. Compose paragraphs on familiar topics in Spanish using information received in class or acquired through personal research.
6. Summarize aspects of everyday life in the Hispanic world.

SPA 212 Intermediate Spanish II

1. Develop information on familiar topics in Spanish using all tenses and more advanced grammar.
2. Respond to questions regarding familiar situations in Spanish.
3. Respond to native or near-native speech on familiar topics.
4. Demonstrate the ability to read short texts in Spanish.
5. Compose paragraphs on familiar topics in Spanish using information received in class or acquired through personal research.
6. Summarize aspects of everyday life in the Hispanic world.

SRV 110 Surveying I

1. Demonstrate the use of a total station to measure angles and distances.
2. Apply geometry and algebra to solve survey problems.
3. Contrast the different types of errors encountered in surveying.
4. Practice proper use and care of surveying equipment.
5. Discover fundamentals of topographic surveying and contours.
6. Employ accepted field procedures to minimize errors and blunders.

SRV 111 Surveying II

1. Apply mathematics of horizontal curves to geometric design and layout.
2. Calculate roadway elevations using vertical curves.
3. Demonstrate basic staking skills.
4. Develop a simple roadway plan using CAD.
5. Prepare horizontal alignments using curve geometry and stationing.
6. Calculate earthwork quantities.

SRV 210 Surveying III

1. Perform coordinate geometry and area calculations for plane surveying.
2. Perform internet research for property deeds.
3. Analyze state plane coordinates and other map projections.
4. Write an accurate legal description for a boundary survey.
5. Perform geodetic reduction calculations.
6. Operate and use a data collector.

SRV 220 Surveying Law

1. Analyze deed descriptions used in NC in class assignments.
2. Perform research to demonstrate weight of evidence in past court cases.
3. Describe the use of eminent domain in class discussion.
4. Describe the type of easements in surveys in class discussion.
5. Analyze the concept of riparian and Littoral boundaries in research assignment.
6. Describe the role of the surveyor and their ethical and moral responsibilities.

SRV 240 Topographical/Site Surveying

1. Apply the rules of contours and interpolation to create existing and proposed contours.
2. Create a topographic survey using entire process from field to office.
3. Demonstrate competence on CAD with contours, surfaces, TINs and survey points.
4. Develop a site plan based on design and regulatory parameters.
5. Prepare cut sheets for curb and utility staking.
6. Demonstrate construction staking skills.

SST 140 Green Building & Design Concepts

1. Describe sustainable design philosophies, products, and procedures.
2. Explain global, social, and cultural views regarding sustainable design.
3. Describe how the LEED Green Building evaluation system influences the design development and construction process and materials.
4. Describe building orientation and its effect on sustainability.
5. Identify sustainable construction methods.
6. Discuss the relationship between the structure of matter and the material world.

SUR 110 Introduction to Surgical Technology

1. Describe the role of the surgical technologist in the surgical team and within the surgical environment.
2. Discuss the role of the professional organization in supporting surgical technology.
3. Utilize medical terminology specific to perioperative patient care concepts.
4. Compare and contrast anesthesia medications and methods of administration.
5. Identify methods of hemostasis utilized in perioperative care.
6. Define the role of the surgical technologist in perioperative wound management.
7. Apply technological science (electricity, information technology, and robotics) concepts in the practice of surgical technology.
8. Analyze legal and ethical issues surrounding surgery and the role of the surgical technologist.

SUR 111 Periop Patient Care

1. Develop a surgical conscience by incorporating principles of aseptic technique for perioperative patient care.
2. Differentiate types of surgical instruments by tissue type, design, and function.
3. Adhere to Association of Surgical Technology (AST) guidelines when performing a surgical scrub.
4. Select surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies appropriate for the assigned surgical case.
5. Demonstrate safe and accurate handling, passing, and disinfection of instruments. 6. Perform the roles of a sterile and non-sterile surgical team member.

SUR 122 Surgical Procedures I

1. Demonstrate appropriate preparation of the patient and the surgical environment for basic and intermediate specialty procedures.
2. Practice basic and intermediate specialty procedures incorporating knowledge of anatomy and pathology.
3. Handle instrumentation, supplies, and equipment properly for basic and intermediate specialty procedures.
4. Practice effective post-operative patient care for basic and intermediate specialty procedures.

SUR 123 Surgical Clinical Practice I

1. Prepare the operating room for selected surgical procedures.
2. Secure the appropriate supplies and equipment needed for the assigned case.
3. Participate in positioning the patient appropriately for the surgical procedure.
4. Assist the surgical team with prepping the patient for the assigned case.
5. Set up tables for basic operative procedures in the surgical environment.
6. Assist surgical team members with draping of the operative site.
7. Pass surgical instruments, sutures, and supplies to surgeon and surgical assistants appropriate for the assigned case.
8. Maintain aseptic technique for all surgical procedures.

SUR 134 Surgical Procedures II

1. Correlate surgical technology principles with perioperative care of intermediate and advanced surgical specialty procedures.
2. Integrate knowledge of specialty equipment and positioning devices in planning perioperative care for intermediate and advanced surgical specialty procedures.
3. Apply principles for postoperative patient care management for intermediate and advanced surgical specialties.

SUR 135 Surgical Clinical Practice II

1. Utilize critical thinking strategies to secure the appropriate supplies and equipment for the assigned complex case.
2. Prepare the operating room for identified complex perioperative procedures.
3. Collaborate with the surgical team for patient positioning, prepping, and draping for complex perioperative procedures.
4. Pass surgical instruments, sutures, and supplies to the surgeon and surgical assistants appropriate for the assigned case.
5. Maintain aseptic technique for all perioperative procedures.
6. Perform the role of surgical technologist with expected speed, efficiency, and autonomy.

SUR 137 Professional Success Preparation

1. Integrate knowledge and concepts of anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology and anesthesia, and medical terminology for the practice of surgical technology.
2. Demonstrate communication skills to function effectively as a surgical team member and for the interview process for employment.
3. Adhere to professional standards of conduct and practice in the performance of the surgical technologist role.
4. Prepare for successful completion of the National Certifying Exam in Surgical Technology.

SUR 210 Advanced Surgical Clinical Practice

1. Apply concepts of surgical technology for perioperative procedures in both the sterile and non-sterile roles for identified surgical interventions.
2. Participate effectively as a surgical team member while practicing within the professional standards of conduct and practice.
3. Apply advanced practice concepts in the management, circulating, and education roles in the surgical environment.

SUR 211 Advanced Theoretical Concepts

1. Evaluate complex surgical specialties.
2. Compare and contrast various methods of surgery.
3. Develop a perioperative educational program for the surgical team members.
4. Analyze advanced practice concepts for the circulator role.

TRF 110 Introduction Turfgrass Cultivation & ID

1. Identify turfgrass species in all stages of development.
2. Establish a maintenance plan for golf and sports turf using the Superintendents Guidelines.
3. Establish sample turfgrass in a lab setting using turf equipment, proper soils, correct seed selection and fertilization.

TRF 120 Turfgrass Irrigation & Design

1. Design an irrigation plan to be used in the plant id garden on the Greensboro Campus.
2. Demonstrate correct assembly of sprinkler components and piping using a sample sprinkler kit.
3. Calculate water use and cost based on current rates and sprinkler design.
4. Identify different types of irrigation systems and describe pro and cons of each in a typical sprinkler setting.

TRF 125 Turfgrass Computer Applications

1. Demonstrate proficiency at 85% in basic computer skills.
2. Create a basic landscape and irrigation design using Pro Landscape software.
3. Present a basic landscape and irrigation design with graphics and cost estimates to a customer.

TRF 130 Native Flora Identification

TRF 152 Landscape Maintenance

1. Write an annual landscape maintenance plan detailing maintenance of lawns, shrubs, trees, flowers and groundcovers in azone 7 setting.
2. Demonstrate proper maintenance skills in a landscape setting, using appropriate tools and equipment for each task.

TRF 210 Turfgrass Equipment Management

1. Repair a small engine to work effectively using table top trainers in the lab setting.
2. Perform routine maintenance on the trufgrass management equipment used on the Greensboro Campus.
3. Organize a shop for management and maintenance of tools and safe operation of those tools.
4. Operate small equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
5. Identify equipment that is specific for selective turfgrass applications.

TRF 220 Turfgrass Calculations

1. Calibrate turfgrass and landscape maintenance equipment at 90% or higher efficiency.
2. Calculate the amount of solid materials used in landscape construction projects.
3. Measure pesticides for landscape and turfgrass applications at 100% accuracy.
4. Estimate the cost of pesticides , seed and fertilizers on a specific turfgrass installation.

TRF 230 Turfgrass Management Applications

1. Layout a sports field design to include installation and maintenance schedule.
2. Mark a sports field to 95% accuracy.
3. Prepare a sports turf field for tournament play.

TRF 240 Turfgrass Pest Control

1. Identify common pests that invade turfgrass.
2. Identify weeds, insects, diseases and nematodes and indicate which pesticides control those pests.
3. Select proper pesticides that control common pests.

TRF 260 Advanced Turfgrass Management

1. Demonstrate best management practices as described by the ________________.
2. Write a pest control, fertilization and irrigation schedule for turfgrass in a golf setting.
3. Prepare a budget for an annual turfgrass management plan.

TRN 110 Introduction to Transport Technology

1. Demonstrate work place safety and hazardous waste disposal per OSHA and EPA guidelines that apply to relevant transportation industry work.
2. Given a vehicle or piece of equipment, students will be able to identify it and locate relevant service information in one or more industry-standard databases.
3. Demonstrate proficiency hoisting transportation vehicles through use of lifts and floor jacks.
4. Complete service repair orders with appropriate information: customer contact information; VIN; cause, concern, correction.
5. Identify and communicate about basic systems and terms associated with the transportation industry.
6. Distinguish between different transportation systems terms and components either on a written exercise or in a lab environment.
7. Demonstrate proper use and care of related transportation industry tools and equipment.
8. Correctly identify or describe government regulations associated with the transportation industry.

TRN 120 Basic Transportation Electricity

1. Demonstrate work place safety related to transportation electrical systems.
2. Interpret and apply wiring diagram information on a transportation vehicle electrical system.
3. Demonstrate the proper use of electrical diagnostic test equipment.
4. Use Ohm’s law to calculate the value of any of the following given the values of the remaining variables: •Voltage (V) •Resistance (R) •Amperage (A)
5. Given a transportation vehicle with a fault in the battery, starting, and charging system, students will be able to perform successful diagnosis and repairs.
6. Demonstrate the ability to obtain appropriate service information on electrical circuit construction.