Course Descriptions

DMS 101W - Introduction to Sonography

1. Utilize skills in communicating with patients, patient's family, colleagues, physicians, and other health care team members.
   1. Identify methods of communication and discuss how each can be utilized.
   2. Identify patient communication problems and determine possible solutions.
   3. Explain verbal versus nonverbal communication.
   4. Discuss factors that impede communication with patients and possible solutions.
   5. Determine appropriate communication guidelines.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical standards of behavior for allied health care.
   1. Differentiate between the systems of ethics, laws, and morals.
   2. Identify moral dilemmas involving patient relationships, physician relationships, and relationships with other health professionals.
   3. Recognize values associated with ethical decision making in the practice of medical imaging.
   4. Apply critical analysis to ethical decision making.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of introductory law in the imaging sciences.
   1. Differentiate between the various types of laws.
   2. Describe the standard of care and how it is established.
   3. Discuss the concept of tortious conduct and causes of action based upon behaviors of a health care practitioner.
   4. Recognize the importance of privacy of records and the relation between privacy of records and patient confidentiality issues.
   5. Justify the need for informed consent.
   6. Discuss the information needed by a patient prior to giving informed consent.
   7. Differentiate between professional and legal standards.
4. Understand the difference between the various imaging modalities and relate them to sonographic imaging.
   1. Describe the primary imaging modalities in the Radiology Department.
   2. Correlate other radiologic imaging to sonographic imaging.
   3. Demonstrate a knowledge of alternative imaging exams for body structures not well demonstrated with sonographic imaging.
5. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the science of pathology and relate it to sonographic imaging.
   1. Describe the sonographic terms used to describe pathology.
   2. Demonstrate the basic types of pathology commonly seen in ultrasound.
   3. Demonstrate the proper method for documenting pathological findings.
   4. Demonstrate the proper method to present pathological findings to the interpreting physician.

DMS 103 - Introduction to Abdominal Sonography

1. Understand structure, orientation, and sonographic appearance of the liver.
   1. Describe the location of the liver relating to other body parts.
   2. Identify and describe the vasculature of the liver.
   3. Identify with the correct terminology the ligaments, segments, and fissures of the liver.
   4. Describe the sonographic appearance of the liver.
   5. Define key words relating to the liver in sonography.
2. Understand structure, orientation, and sonographic appearance of the biliary system and pancreas.
   1. Describe the gross anatomy of the biliary system and pancreas.
   2. Explain the basic function of the biliary system and pancreas.
   3. Recognize the sonographic appearance of the biliary system and pancreas.
   4. Identify other imaging modalities that might be used to evaluate the biliary system and pancreas.
   5. List the epigastric vessels that surround the pancreas.
   6. Explain the blood supply to the pancreas.
   7. Describe the sonography of the pancreas in longitudinal and transverse planes using vascular landmarks.
   8. Define key words relating to the biliary system and pancreas in sonography.
3. Understand structure, orientation, and sonographic appearance to the 
   1. Explain the function of the urinary system.
   2. Identify the location of the kidneys, urinary bladder, and urethra.
   3. Describe the size and structure of the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra.
   4. Recognize the sonographic appearance of the urinary system.
   5. Define key words relating to the urinary system in sonography.
4. Understand structure, orientation, and sonographic appearance of the spleen and GI system.  
   1. Explain the function of the spleen.
   2. Identify the location of the spleen.
   3. Define size relationships of the spleen.
   4. Describe the sonographic appearance of the normal spleen.
   5. Differentiate the structures of the GI tract.
   6. Identify 5 principle layers of bowel.
   7. Know the vasculature of the GI tract.
   8. Describe the location of the GI components.
   9. Recognize the sonographic appearance of the GI tract components.
   10. Define key words relating to the spleen and GI tract in sonography.
5. Understand structure, orientation, and the sonographic appearance of the aorta, inferior vena cava, and portal venous system.
   1. Discuss the embryologic development of the aorta and its major branches.
   2. Describe the normal course, location, and size of the aorta.
   3. Identify the layers of an artery.
   4. Describe the location of the aortic and IVC branches and the organs supplied by those branches.
   5. Explain the function of the aorta and IVC.
   6. Recognize the sonographic appearance of the aorta and IVC and their branches.
   7. Define key words relating to the aorta and IVC in sonography.
6. Understand normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the liver.    
   1. Outline normal anatomic structure of the liver.
   2. Describe hepatic circulation.
   3. Recognize developmental and congenital anomalies of the liver.
   4. Differentiate between different infectious diseases of the liver and correlate with sonographic imaging.
   5. Identify vascular abnormalities of the liver.
   6. Differentiate between benign and malignant hepatic lesions.
   7. Explain how interventional procedures of the liver correlate with sonographic imaging.
   8. Understand basic scanning techniques to identify normal and abnormal liver anatomy.
7. Understand normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the gallbladder and biliary system.
   1. Outline normal anatomic structure of the gallbladder and biliary system.
   2. List gallbladder pathology identified with sonographic scanning.
   3. Understand the role of ultrasound in treatment options for gallbladder disease.
   4. Differentiate between benign and malignant biliary lesions.
   5. Correlate biliary disease processes with sonographic imaging.
   6. Identify rare biliary conditions encountered in clinical imaging.
   7. Recognize biliary obstruction and list causes for obstruction.
   8. Understand basic scanning techniques to identify normal and abnormal gallbladder and biliary anatomy.
8. Understand normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the pancreas.    
   1. Outline normal anatomic structure of the pancreas.
   2. Recognize congenital anomalies of the pancreas.
   3. Describe and identify inflammatory processes of the pancreas.
   4. Differentiate between benign and malignant lesions of the pancreas.
   5.  List differential diagnosis for pancreatic neoplasms.
   6. Understand basic scanning techniques to identify normal and abnormal pancreas anatomy.
9. Understand normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the urinary system.
   1. Understand embryology and development of the urinary system.
   2. Outline normal anatomic structure of the urinary system.
   3. Recognize congenital anomalies of the urinary system.
   4. Describe and recognize infectious processes of the urinary system.
   5. Recognize urinary stones and calcifications in clinical scanning.
   6. Differentiate between benign and malignant lesions of the urinary system.
   7. List and understand renal cystic disease.
   8. Describe the sonographic findings of the urinary system trauma.
   9. Identify vascular abnormalities of the urinary system.
   10. Explain medical diseases of the urinary system along with the sonographic findings.
   11. Identify a neurogenic bladder.
   12. Recognize a transplanted kidney and explain the sonographic findings.
   13. List medical complications seen with a transplanted kidney and their related sonographic findings.
   14. Understand the basic scanning techniques to identify normal and abnormal urinary anatomy.
10. Understand normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the retropeitoneum and great vessels.    
    1. Outline normal anatomy of the retroperitoneum.
    2. Recognize retroperitoneal pathology and differentiate between solid masses, fluid collections, and infections.
    3. Outline normal anatomy of the aorta.
    4. Recognize aorta pathology.
    5. List the three types of aortic aneurysms.
    6. Identify the branches of the aorta.
    7. Outline normal anatomy of the inferior vena cava.
    8. Recognize IVC pathology.
    9. Identify branches and tributaries of the IVC.
11. Understand the clinical lab values in relation to various disease processes and pathological conditions of the abdomen.
    1. Recognize appropriate lab tests to evaluate different organ systems.
    2. Correlate abnormal lab values with appropriate disease processes.
    3. Describe sonographic findings compared to specific abnormal lab values.
    4. Know how to find clinical data and labs in a patient’s medical records.
12. Understand normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the retroperitoneum and great vessels.
    1. Outline normal anatomy of the retroperitoneum.
    2. Recognize retroperitoneal pathology and differentiate between solid masses, fluid collections, and infections.
    3. Outline normal anatomy of the aorta.
    4. Recognize aorta pathology.
    5. List the three types of aortic aneurysms.
    6. Identify the branches of the aorta.
    7. Outline normal anatomy of the Inferior vena cava.
    8.  Recognize IVC pathology.
    9. Identify branches and tributaries of the IVC.

DMS 104 - Introduction to OB/GYN Sonography

1. Understand structure, orientation, and the sonographic appearance of the female pelvis.    
   1. Describe the anatomy, physiology, and function of the female reproductive organs of the pelvis.
   2. Recognize the sonographic appearance of the organs, muscles, and surrounding structures of the true pelvis.
   3. Define key words relating to the female pelvis in sonography.
2. Understand normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the pelvis.    
   1. Outline normal anatomic structure of the uterus and ovaries.
   2. Recognize congenital abnormalities of the uterus.
   3. List abnormalities of the myometrium and correlate with sonographic findings.
   4. Describe abnormalities of the endometrium and correlate with sonographic findings.
   5. Identify the features of non-neoplastic lesions.
   6. List ovarian neoplasms and describe the sonographic findings.
   7.  List uterine neoplasms and describe the sonographic findings.
   8. Define pelvic inflammatory disease.
   9. Know the sonographic findings of the pelvic inflammatory disease.
   10. Recognize non-gynecologic pelvic masses.
   11. Understand post-menopausal changes and the sonographic findings.
   12. Identify post-partum pelvic pathological conditions.
3. Demonstrate a basic understanding of human reproduction and embryology.
   1. Identify basic anatomy of the female reproductive system.
   2. Explain the functions of estrogen.
   3. Explain the functions of progesterone.
   4. Describe the ovarian cycle.
   5. Discuss the differences between FSH and LH.
   6. Define the the following terms:
      1. Menstrual cycle
      2. Proliferative phase
      3. Secretory phase
   7. Correlate and describe ovarian cycle, hormonal cycle, and menstrual cycle.
   8. Define the following terms:
      1. Embryo
      2. Fetus
      3. Zygote
      4. Blastocyst
      5. Trophoblast
   9. Define implantation.
   10. Identify the anatomy relating to the placenta.
   11. List the three primary germ layers of the embryonic disk.
   12. Explain the developmental process of the embryo during the first 12 weeks.
   13. Identify the extraembryonic membranes.
4. Recognize and understand the first trimester pathology in a pregnancy.
   1. Recognize the signs of embryonic demise.
   2. Know the amnion and yolk sac criteria for a normal pregnancy.
   3. Recognize the normal measurement parameters in a 1st trimester pregnancy.
   4. Correlate clinical labs with sonographic findings in 1st trimester pregnancy.
   5. List the classic signs and symptoms of ectopic pregnancy.
   6. Describe the sonographic findings of ectopic pregnancy.
   7. Explain the terms “missed AB” and “Blighted Ovum”.
   8. Identify normal and abnormal masses in 1st trimester pregnancy.
5. Understand structure, orientation, and sonographic appearance of a fetus in an obstetrical sonographic exam.    
   1. Describe the locations and functions of the early support tissues of the gestation.
   2. Explain the early embryogenesis of the fetal organs and organ systems.
   3. Recognize the sonographic appearance of the gestational sac and early embryo.
   4. Know the role of the placenta in supporting gestation.
   5. List the organs that become visible during the second trimester and describe their sonographic appearance.
   6. Describe the sonographic measurements of the fetus performed during the second and third trimesters.
   7. Define key words relating to obstetric sonography.
6. Understand the role of obstetric sonography and the steps to produce a quality obstetric examination.
   1. Know the differences between the different levels of obstetric ultrasound evaluation.
   2. List the indications for an obstetric ultrasound.
   3. Explain the term “Biochemical screening”.
   4. Describe the objectives of an obstetric ultrasound.
   5. Know the protocol for a complete obstetric ultrasound.
   6. Recognize normal fetal anatomy.
   7. Understand basic screening techniques to identify normal fetal anatomy.
7. Understand normal fetal growth parameters.
   1. Know the protocol for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester dating.
   2. Understand basic scanning techniques for obtaining fetal parameters.
   3. Correlate fetal parameters with gestational age.
   4. Explain the recommended approach to fetal weight estimation.
   5. Assess fetal weight in relation to fetal age.

DMS 105W - Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation I

1. Understand ultrasonic propagation and how they relate to ultrasonic imaging.
   1. Know the definition of sound and understand the relation of sound waves to ultrasound imaging.
   2. Know the definition and units of a period along with the typical values of ultrasound period in clinical diagnostic imaging.
   3. Know the definitions, units, and formula for frequency and the typical value of ultrasound frequency in clinical imaging.
   4. Identify the three parameters that relate to the size of a sound wave.
   5. Know the definition and units of amplitude.
   6. Describe how power relates to the strength of the sound wave and know the units for power.
   7. Differentiate how power is related to amplitude.
   8. Know the definition and units of intensity and the typical values of ultrasound intensity in clinical imaging.
   9. Identify the formula and units for wavelength.
   10. Differentiate how propagation speed relates to the medium through which sound travels.
   11. State the average speed of sound in biologic “soft tissue”.
   12. Define a pulse of ultrasound and the 5 descriptors of pulsed ultrasound.
   13. Know the definition and units of pulse duration along with typical ranges in clinical imaging.
   14. Describe pulse repetition period and how it relates to imaging depth.
   15. Know the definition and units of pulse repetition frequency and the range in clinical imaging.
   16. Identify the formula for Duty factor and the range for clinical imaging.
   17. Correlate spatial pulse length to wavelength, frequency, cycles, and pulse.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of ultrasound intensities and how they relate to attenuation of traveling sound.
   1. Understand the definition of intensity and know the units it is expressed in.
   2. Describe the four ways to measure intensity.
   3. Identify the formula for Beam Uniformity Coefficient and how it relates to intensity.
   4. Demonstrate how to convert from one intensity to another.
   5. Explain what the unit Decibel is used to describe and know the difference between negative and positive decibels.
   6. Know the definition of attenuation and how it relates to the sound wave.
   7. In the clinical setting, determine what frequency transducer to use in relation to the amount of attenuation.
   8. Identify the three processes that attenuation results from.
   9. Explain Rayleigh scattering.
   10. Calculate the Attenuation Coefficient for a given set of parameters.
   11. State the formula for Half-value Layer thickness.
   12. Know the definition and units of impedance.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of ultrasonic beam transmission.
   1. Know the relationship between intensity and transmission in clinical imaging.
   2. State the definition of Intensity Reflection Coefficient and Intensity Transmission Coefficient.
   3. Explain normal incidence and its relation to reflection and transmission.
   4. Determine how refraction is associated with transmission.
   5. Define Snell’s law.
   6. Discuss the Range equation and how an ultrasound imaging system determines the depth of a reflecting surface.
   7. Understand what a transducer is, and what a transducer does in the process of clinical imaging.
   8. Name the components of a transducer.
   9. Identify the formula for the operating frequency of a transducer.
   10. Explain how bandwidth related to the frequency of a transducer.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of sound beams and their effect on resolution.
   1. Diagram the anatomy of a sound beam.
   2. Understand Huygen’s principle.
   3. Explain beam characteristics in relation to crystal attributes.
   4. Describe the four methods of focusing.
   5. List factors that affect resolution.
   6. Compare longitudinal and lateral resolution.

DMS 106W - Ultrasound Scanning

1. Demonstrate a basic ability to recognize normal abdominal/pelvic anatomy.
   1. Recognize normal anatomy of the abdomen/pelvis
   2. Demonstrate basic scanning techniques to obtain images of abdomen/pelvis anatomy.
2. Demonstrate appropriate image optimization techniques.
   1. Adjust the image appropriately for under or over penetration.
   2. Demonstrate the ability to zoom or magnify an image.
   3. Adjust the focal zone for the object to be scanned.
   4. Demonstrate how to adjust contrast resolution.
   5. Choose the appropriate transducer for the object to be scanned.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in obtaining basic abdominal images for interpretation.
   1. Obtain satisfactory images for interpretation for the following anatomy:
      1. Gallbladder
      2. Pancreas
      3. Kidneys
      4. Spleen
4. Demonstrate proficiency in obtaining basic pelvis images for interpretation.
   1. Obtain satisfactory images for interpretation for the following anatomy:
      1. Uterus
      2. Ovaries
      3. Pelvis Cavity

DMS 107 - Introduction to Ultrasound Scanning

1. Demonstrate the basic operations of the ultrasound machine and transducer orientation.
   1. Identify the following controls on the ultrasound machine and know their function:
      1. On/Off Button
      2. Overall Gain
      3. TCG
      4. Print
      5. Depth Control
      6. Focal Zone
      7. Annotation
      8. Transducer Adjustments
      9. Calipers
      10. Zoom/Magnify
2. Demonstrate the ability to scan planes and body positions when scanning the abdomen/pelvis.
   1. Recognize the main body planes when scanning.
   2. Demonstrate the following scan positions:
      1. Supine
      2. Prone
      3. LLD
      4. RLD
      5. RPO
      6. LPO
      7. Trendelenberg
3. Demonstrate basic concepts to optimize image presentation.
   1. Recognize under or over penetration and know how to adjust the image appropriately.
   2. Demonstrate the ability to zoom or magnify an image.
   3. Adjust the focal zone for the object being scanned.
   4. Adjust depth appropriately for the object being scanned.
   5. Demonstrate how toadjust contrast resolution.
   6. List ideal transducer frequencies for the object being scanned.
   7. Demonstrate how to take 2-dimensional measurement.
   8. Differentiate between enhancement and shadowing.

DMS 107L - Introduction to Ultrasound Scanning Lab

1. Demonstrate proficiency in obtaining basic abdominal images for interpretation.
   1. Obtain satisfactory images for interpretation for the following anatomy:
      1. Aorta
      2. Liver
      3. Gall bladder
      4. Pancreas

DMS 108W - Becoming a Master Sonography Student

1. Examine how individual affective strengths and weaknesses impact college success
   1. Discuss how honesty with self affects one’s ability to recognize strengths and weaknesses and plan for positive change.
   2. Describe the characteristics of a successful “master” student.
   3. Identify and examine personal strengths and weakness in such areas as: attitude, motivation responsibility, self-discipline, dedication, adaptability and perspective.
   4. Explain how the characteristics in objectives A, B and C impact success in the DMS program.
2. Develop strategies to maximize strengths and strengthen weaknesses in affective areas.    
   1. Identify and discuss strategies for improvement.
   2. Describe emotional intelligence.
   3. Discuss how emotional intelligence could contribute to a negative or positive college and clinical experience.
   4. Create an ANT (automatic negative thought) plan for specific experiences that will be encountered in the DMS program.
   5. Discuss how multiple generations in the classroom and clinical experience could affect positive or negative outcome.
3. Identify and examine external issues that impact college success and identify strategies for successfully dealing with these external issues.
   1. Identify and examine external issues such as influence of family, friends, children, health, finances, change, transition to academic culture, and dealing with the responsibilities and stresses in their lives outside of college, and discuss how these affect their college performance.
   2. Identify and discuss strategies for dealing effectively with the issues above.
4. Use effective study and test preparation techniques for course assignments and tests.
   1. Understand the importance of asking clarifying questions when unsure of information.
   2. Discuss and explain the benefits of immediate, short and long term review.
   3. Create and use review tools such as audio tapes, flashcards, mind mapping, mnemonics, and study groups to prepare for classroom tests.
   4. Describe tips for taking tests.
   5. Discuss why various study techniques were successful for each test.
   6. Evaluate ways to be more successful preparing for future tests.
5. Demonstrate knowledge and use of active DMS textbook reading strategies.
   1. Discuss how to read a reference style textbook such as used in the DMS program.
   2. Practice reading chapters for specific information,.
   3. Identify key components of a chapter.
6. Demonstrate knowledge and use of memory techniques and mnemonic devices.    
   1. Identify and explain several memory techniques such as association, repetition, chunking, recitation.
   2. Describe the purpose of mnemonic devices.
   3. Explain how to create mnemonic devices including acronyms, rhymes, songs and stories.
   4. Creat mnemonic, devices for a test or quiz.
7. Demonstrate ability to use individual and group presentation skills.
   1. Identify the parts of an effective oral presentation (introduction, body and conclusion).
   2. Identify the nonverbal components of oral presentations.
   3. Discuss techniques for successful group work on a particular project or problem.
   4. Practice working together in groups to solve a problem and/or create a project.
   5. Create an individual and group presentation to present to the class.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of and practice using the critical thinking process.
   1. Define critical thinking and explain its value and uses in the DMS program.
   2. Define assumptions and explain how assumptions impact critical thinking.
   3. Participate in critical thinking exercises throughout the class.
   4. Discuss the results of these critical thinking exercises.
9. Identify appropriate college resources including students, instructors, services and activities to facilitate college success.    
   1. Discuss ways to support, share insights with, and cooperate with fellow students.
   2. Participate in creating an in-class atmosphere and environment which promotes safety, trust, and sharing among students and between students and instructor.
   3. Identify expectations of the DMS program faculty.
   4. Investigate resources provided by the library, computer labs, counseling center, TLC, elearning, and others that may be pertinent to a pertinent need.
   5. Practice using electronic and library resources for a classroom assignment.
10. Identify and examine professional behaviors of a healthcare professional.
    1. Discuss program expectations for professional behavior.
    2. Discuss how professional behavior (or lack of) may affect student success.
    3. Discuss how professional behavior (or lack of) may affect one’s career.
    4. Demonstrate professional behavior throughout the class.

DMS 112 - Small Parts Sonography

1. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the thyroid and parathyroid glands.
   1. Identify Normal thyroid and parathyroid anatomy.
   2. Identify congenital thyroid disease.
   3. Recognize nodular thyroid disease.
   4. Discuss diffuse thyroid disease.
   5. Describe imaging techniques to differentiate between normal and abnormal thyroid and parathyroid anatomy.
   6. Correlate clinical labs with sonographic findings.
   7. Discuss other imaging modalities used to evaluate the thyroid and parathyroid.
2. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the prostate.
   1. Identify normal prostate anatomy.
   2. Discuss proper scan orientation for the prostate gland.
   3. Define the peripheral, transition, and central zones of the prostate.
   4. Discuss transducer design and equipment requirements for imaging the prostate.
   5. Recognize benign prostatic diseases.
   6. Discuss the clinical aspects of prostate cancer.
   7. Describe clinical staging and grading of prostate cancer.
   8. Describe sonographic technique for prostatic biopsy.
3. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the breast.
   1. Identify normal breast anatomy.
   2. Explain the scanning technique for breast ultrasound.
   3. Discuss appropriate transducer and equipment utilization for breast sonography.
   4. Describe the approach used to evaluate breast masses.
   5. Differentiate between malignant and benign breast masses.
   6. List imaging criteria for proper differentiation between malignant and benign breast masses.
   7. Describe patient preparation and sonographic technique for breast interventional procedures.
4. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the scrotum.
   1. Identify normal scrotal anatomy.
   2. Describe sonographic imaging technique for scrotal ultrasound.
   3. Differentiate between benign and malignant scrotal masses.
   4. Discuss scrotal calcifications and the clinical implications.
   5. Recognize and identify abnormal extratesticular anatomy.
   6. Define testicular torsion.
   7. List the sonographic findings of epididymitis and orchitis.

DMS 113 - Introduction to Vascular Sonography

1. Demonstrate understanding of abdominal and vascular Doppler imaging.
   1. List the reasons to obtain a doppler scan of the abdomen.
   2. Describe the protocol in evaluating the following:
      1. Renal Transplants
      2. Cirrhotic Liver Disease
      3. Assessment of High-Risk Pregnancy
      4. Liver Transplants
   3. Identify the formula for resistive index.
   4. Describe the basic Doppler waveform of the following vessels:
      1. Aorta
      2. IVC
      3. Renal Arteries
      4. Hepatic Arteries
      5. Portal Veins
      6. Celiac Axis
      7. SMA
   5. Describe the techniques used to obtain Doppler images of the abdomen.
   6. Correlate Doppler findings with vascular tumors.
   7. Discuss the protocol of a carotid artery Doppler exam.
   8. Recognize normal and abnormal parameters of a carotid artery doppler exam.
   9. Discuss the protocol of a lower extremity venous duplex exam.
   10. Identify the following lower extremity vessels:
       1. Common Femoral Vein
       2. Superficial Femoral Vein
       3. Deep Femoral Vein
       4. Saphenous Vein
       5. Popliteal Vein
       6. Femoral Artery
   11. Define Baker’s cyst.
   12. Define spectral broadening.
   13. Discuss techniques to adjust the doppler image.
   14. Describe “reverse flow.”
   15. Define aliasing.

DMS 114 - Advanced OB/GYN Sonography

1. Recognize abnormal sonographic anatomy and pathology of the fetal thorax and abdomen.
   1. Differentiate between the different types of diaphragmatic hernias.
   2. Recognize the different abnormalities associated with the fetal lungs.
   3. Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy of the mediastinum.
   4. Identify normal fetal abdominal anatomy.
   5. Explain the following pathologies:
      1. Duodenal Atresia
      2. Meconium Ileus
      3. Meconium Peritonitis
      4. Hirschsprung’s Disease
      5. Echogenic Bowel
      6. Anorectal Atresia
2. Recognize abnormal sonographic anatomy and pathology of the fetal head and spine.
   1. Understand embryology of the brain.
   2. Recognize the difference in sonographic anatomy between the 1st, 2nd, and 3rdtrimesters.
   3. List the components of ultrasound examination of the fetal head.
   4. Give parameters for fetal ventricular size and the ventricle-to-hemisphere ratio.
   5. Discuss the different anomalies.
   6. Describe the embryology of the neural tube.
   7. Differentiate between level 1 and level 2 sonogram.
   8. Explain scanning techniques to image the fetal spine.
   9. List associated cranial abnormalities associated with spina bifida.
   10. List associated non-cranial abnormalities associated with spina bifida.
   11. List associated chromosomal abnormalities associated with spina bifida.
   12. Define the different anomalies.
3. Recognize abnormal sonographic anatomy of the fetal urinary tract.
   1. Discuss embryology of the urinary tract.
   2. Define amniotic fluid volume.
   3. Describe the following anomalies:
      1. Renal Agenesis
      2. Horseshoe Kidney
      3. Bladder Exstrophy
      4. Upper Urinary Tract Dilatation
      5. Lower Urinary Tract Dilatation
      6. Renal Cystic Disease
      7. Meckel-Gruber Syndrome
   4. Recognize renal neoplasms.
   5. Discuss scanning techniques to visualize the fetal urinary system.
4. Recognize and identify high-risk pregnancies and pregnancy complications.
   1. Discuss the sonographic diagnosis and complications of twin and multifetal pregnancies.
   2. Describe the sonographic features of hydrops.
   3. Differentiate between immune and nonimmune hydrops.
   4. Discuss prenatal therapy options and prognosis.
   5. List the three sonographic techniques to evaluate the cervix.
   6. Identify normal cervical parameters.
   7. Recognize abnormal cervical appearances.
   8. Discuss the pitfalls in sonographic diagnosis of the cervix.
   9. Define incompetent cervix.
   10. Discuss ultrasound criteria for prediction of preterm labor.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the placenta and of placental pathology.
   1. Understand the normal embryological process of the placenta.
   2. List normal variations of the placenta.
   3. Identify intraplacental normal lesions with their sonographic findings.
   4. Identify intraplacental abnormal lesions with their sonographic findings.
   5. Describe the three different types of placental creta.
   6. Recognize normal placental contractions.
   7. List the three types of antepartum hemorrhage and correlate with sonographic findings.
   8. Explain the sonographic findings in the different stages of hemorrhage resolution.
6. Demonstrate the protocol for evaluating the cervix and classify the findings.
   1. Explain the difference between the transabdominal, transperineal, and transvaginal approach to scanning the cervix.
   2. List the normal parameters for the cervix.
   3. Identify abnormal cervical appearances and correlate with outcome of pregnancy.
   4. Describe the term “incompetent cervix.”
   5. Correlate clinical and sonographic findings in evaluating for preterm labor.
   6. Understand the clinical implications of ultrasound findings associated with preterm labor.
7. Demonstrate understanding of the fetal Biophysical Profile scoring method and classify the findings.
   1. Outline the five parameters of a Biophysical Profile.
   2. Explain the scoring method for a Biophysical Profile.
   3. Recognize normal patterns of behavior when performing a Biophysical Profile.
   4. Correlate the Biophysical Profile score wit clinical results.
   5. Understand the method of evaluating amniotic fluid.
   6. Correlate the AFI with gestational parameters.
   7. Correlate the AFE with clinical outcome.
   8. Understand basic scanning techniques to obtain an accurate AFI and Biophysical Profile.
   9. List the criteria for doing a cord doppler.
   10. Correlate umbilical cord doppler with clinical outcome.
8. Recognize abnormal sonographic anatomy of the fetal abdominal wall.
   1. Describe the following anomalies:
      1. Omphalocele
      2. Gastroschisis
      3. Limb-body wall complex
      4. Amniotic band syndrome
      5. Bladder extrophy
   2. Describe normal physiologic herniation of the abdominal contents during embryology.
   3. Discuss scanning techniques to differentiate between omphalocele and gastroschisis.
9. Identify multigestation pregnancies.
   1. Differentiate between monochorionic and dichorionic pregnancy.
   2. Differentiate between monoamniotic and diamniotic pregnancy.
   3. Discuss complications and implications of a multigestation pregnancy.
   4. Explain twin-twin transfusion.
   5. Define stuck-twin syndrome.
   6. Define twin embolization syndrome.
   7. Discuss conjoined twins.

DMS 115 - Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation II

1. Demonstrate the basics of ultrasound physics.
   1. Define basic ultrasound physics formulas.
   2. Describe the parameters of a sound wave.
   3. Explain the differences with pulsed ultrasound.
   4. Describe attenuation.
   5. Define and explain axial and lateral resolution.
   6. Explain the effects of focusing.
   7. Distinguish between refraction and reflection.
   8. Describe ultrasound imaging modes.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the fundamental principles of Doppler ultrasound for use in the clinical setting.
   1. Define “Doppler Shift”.
   2. Differentiate between speed and velocity.
   3. Explain the relationship between frequency and blood flow.
   4. Explain the relationship between frequency and angle.
   5. Describe the Doppler equation.
   6. Identify the known elements of the Doppler equation.
   7. Describe the difference between continuous wave and pulsed wave doppler.
   8. Understand doppler signal processing.
   9. Define spectral analysis.
   10. Describe the three methods of Doppler signal processing.
3. Demonstrate understanding of the fundamental principles of color Doppler ultrasound for use in the clinical setting.
   1. Define color flow Doppler.
   2. Explain the steps in creating a color flow image.
   3. Interpret color maps.
   4. Describe the difference between velocity mode and variance mode.
   5. Identify the technique of choice for spectral analysis of color flow Doppler.
4. Demonstrate understanding of the components of an ultrasound system.
   1. List the six electrical components of an ultrasound system.
   2. Describe the function of a pulser.
   3. List the three pulser modes.
   4. Describe the function of the receiver.
   5. Define the term “compensation”.
   6. Diagram a TGC curve.
   7. Explain compression and demodulation.
   8. Identify a cathode ray tube and describe its basic function.
   9. Describe the function of a scan converter.
   10. Differentiate between pre and post processing.
   11. Differentiate between analog and digital scan converters.
5. Define and identify artifacts in clinical scanning.
   1. Differentiate between axial and lateral resolution.
   2. Describe enhancement.
   3. Explain propagation speed error.
6. Describe and adequately perform ultrasound quality assurance.
   1. Define quality assurance.
   2. List the four requirements for a quality assurance program.
   3. Identify the various types of test objects used in quality assurance.
   4. Describe and perform performance measurements.
   5. Explain what a hydrophone is used for.
   6. Explain the difference between a calorimeter and a thermocouple.
7. Demonstrate understanding of the biological effects and safety of ultrasound.
   1. Define dosimetry.
   2. Differentiate between mechanistic and empirical approaches to study bioeffects.
   3. Explain the proposal of thermal mechanism.
   4. Describe cavitation.
   5. Differentiate between stable and transient cavitation.
   6. Define epidemiology.
   7. Be familiar with the AIUM statements on the following:
      1. Thermal Bioeffects
      2. Epidemiology
      3. In Vitro Biological Effects
      4. In Vivo Biological Effects
      5. Clinical Safety
      6. Safety in Training and Research
8. Demonstrate an understanding of the various methods of ultrasound imaging and display.
   1. Describe A-mode, M-mode, and B-mode imaging.
   2. Define real-time imaging.
   3. Explain the difference between mechanical and array transducers.
   4. Differentiate between switched array and phased array focusing.
   5. Define a vector array transducer.
   6. Identify image shape in relation to transducer type.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of ultrasound harmonic imaging.
   1. Define harmonic imaging.
   2. Define the fundamental frequency.
   3. Distinguish between tissue and contrast harmonics.
   4. Explain the mechanical index.

DMS 116W - Clinical Seminar I

1. Identify normal and abnormal sonographic patterns.
   1. Begin to gain proficiency in recognizing normal vs. abnormal sonographic patterns.
   2. Determine the sonographic differential diagnosis when analyzing hard copy film.
   3. Discuss patient history, clinical findings, normal and abnormal anatomy, differential diagnosis, and associated findings for each case presented.
2. Discuss methods to produce high quality diagnostic sonograms.
   1. Discuss proper scanning techniques and protocols for each case presented.
   2. Discuss patient history, clinical findings, normal and abnormal anatomy, differential diagnosis, and associated findings for each case presented.
   3. Present orally and in writing assigned case studies.
   4. Develop cognitive writing skills necessary to prepare case reports, articles, and abstracts relating to sonography.
   5. Determine if an exam is of high quality and how to improve the quality if not.

DMS 117W - Clinical Education I

1. Demonstrate understanding of the clinical facility and department policies and procedures.
   1. Attend hospital orientation or go through orientation with designated instructor.
   2. Identify the location of all crash carts, fire alarms and extinguishers.
   3. Learn the emergency number to dial for a code or other emergencies.
   4. Become knowledgeable in basic department mechanics.
2. Demonstrate professional behavior in the workplace.
   1. Adhere to the department dress code.
   2. Demonstrate punctuality.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to communicate with patients and staff.
   4. Appreciate the worth and dignity of every patient.
   5. Demonstrate appropriate interaction techniques for various types of patients.
   6. Show concern for the patient’s modesty at all times.
   7. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
   8. Demonstrate the appropriate procedure for patient transfer.
3. Demonstrate abilities needed to perform an ultrasound exam.
   1. Describe and demonstrate methods that obtain patient history.
   2. Select appropriate transducer(s) and machine settings for a specific exam.
   3. Understand and demonstrate the process for film acquisition.
   4. Show the ability to properly fill out an exam worksheet.
   5. Demonstrate a knowledge of all machine controls and functions.
   6. Begin to show competence in the following areas:
      1. Scan plane recognition
      2. Identification of normal Anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis, and fetus
      3. Image acquisition of normal anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis,, and 1st trimester pregnancy
   7. Begin to show skills in the following areas:
      1. Identification of pathology in the abdomen, pelvis, and fetus
      2. Image acquisition of pathology in the abdomen, pelvis, and fetus
      3. Identification and image acquisition of normal and abnormal small parts anatomy.
      4. Identification of pathology and image acquisition of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester pregnancies
      5. Basic doppler skills of the abdomen and extremity vasculature
      6. Invasive procedures and sterile technique
      7. Intraoperative procedures

DMS 201 - Advanced Sonographic Imaging

1. Demonstrate understanding of normal and abnormal sonographic findings of the neonatal and infant brain.
   1. Describe sonographic techniques in neurological imaging.
   2. Differentiate between coronal and sagittal brain scans.
   3. Recognize the normal developmental anatomy with sonographic findings.
   4. List the various disorders of neural tube closure along with their associated findings.
   5. Differentiate between alobar, semilobar, and lobar holoprosencephaly.
   6. Define Schizencephaly.
   7. Describe three destructive lesions of the neonatal brain.
   8. Discuss the sonographic findings and etiologies of hydrocephalus.
   9. Describe the four grades of hemorrhage.
   10. Define periventricular leukomalacia.
   11. Discuss the sonographic findings of infection.
2. Discuss advances in the field of sonography.
   1. Discuss the need for contrast agents in ultrasound.
   2. Describe the type of contrast agents used in sonography.
   3. Discuss the impact of contrast enhancement.
   4. List artifacts found in conrast studies and techniques to avoid them.
   5. Describe new developments in contrast imaging.
3. Demonstrate understanding of fundamental elements for establishing and operating an ultrasound department.
   1. List the main criteria for a quality assurance and improvement program.
   2. Discuss how a quality assurance program would be established and operated.
   3. Discuss record maintenance of an imaging department.
   4. Discuss fiscal management of an imaging department.
   5. Outline specifications for a hypothetical ultrasound lab.
   6. Explain criteria used in determining what types of ultrasound equipment should be purchased for specific needs.
   7. Describe methods for establishing and maintaining a teaching file system for the purpose of continuing education and improvement in accuracy of diagnosis.
   8. Discuss personnel management in an imaging department.
   9. Outline basic trends in health care systems.
4. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes, of the gastrointestinal tract.
   1. List the four layers of the gut.
   2. Recognize the “gut signature”.
   3. Recognize basic gut wall pathology.
   4. List four types of GI neoplasms.
   5. Identify the sonographic findings of Chrohn’s disease.
   6. Describe the technique for evaluating the appendix.
   7. Describe the sonographic and clinical features of appendicitis.
   8. Define diverticulitis and describe the sonographic findings.
   9. Outline sonographic findings in GI tract infections.
   10. Have a basic knowledge of the various miscellaneous GI tract abnormalities.
   11. Describe enodosonography.
5. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the abdominal wall, peritoneum, and diaphragm.
   1. Differentiate between lesions, hernias, and hematomas of the abdominal wall.
   2. Identify abdominal wall fluid collections.
   3. Recognize vascular lesions of the abdominal wall.
   4. Identify the peritoneum and diaphragm.
   5. Have a basic understanding of various peritoneal pathologies.
   6. Describe the sonographic findings of a diaphragmatic hernia.
   7. Recognize artifacts when imaging the diaphragm.
6. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the thorax.
   1. Define pleural space.
   2. Explain the different approaches to scanning pleural fluid.
   3. Define pneumothorax.
   4. Recognize the normal sonographic appearance of lungs parenchyma.
   5. Recognize the normal sonographic appearance of the mediastinum.
7. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the pediatric abdomen.
   1. Outline normal abdominal anatomy in the pediatric abdomen.
   2. Explain the following terms:
      1. Choledochal Cyst
      2. Biliary Atresia
      3. Neonatal Hepatitis
      4. Neonatal Jaundice
   3. Recognize the sonographic features of liver abscess.
   4. Describe the various types of renal cystic diseases.
   5. Differentiate between the various types of hydronephrosis.
   6. Differentiate between Wilm’s tumor, neuroblastoma, and mosoblastic nephroma.
   7. Describe the scanning technique for pyloric stenosis.
   8. List the parameters for pyloric stenosis.
8. Demonstrate an understanding of basic procedures using sonographic guidance.
   1. Explain sterile technique procedures when using ultrasound for an interventional procedure.
   2. List needle selection choices for interventional procedures.
   3. Describe a basic biopsy procedure using ultrasound guidance.
   4. Describe a basic drainage procedure using ultrasound guidance.
   5. Explain techniques for needle visualization during invasive procedures.
   6. List indications for invasive procedures in the abdomen, pelvis, and small parts.
   7. List indications for invasive procedures in an obstetrical patient.
   8. Discuss sterile techniques and protocols for intraoperative scanning.
9. Identify normal sonographic anatomy, as well as pathologic and disease processes of the spleen.
   1. Understand embryology and anatomy of the spleen.
   2. Recognize anatomic structures of the spleen.
   3. Differentiate between benign and malignant lesions of the spleen.
   4. Describe the sonographic findings with spleen trauma.
   5. List congenital abnormalities of the spleen.
   6. Understand basic scanning techniques to identify normal and abnormal splenic anatomy.

DMS 202 - Ultrasound Seminar I

1. Demonstrate skills in research analysis and presentation.
   1. Explain how to find literature and books on particular medical subjects.
   2. Extrapolate information in a particular ultrasound subject and organize it into informative oral and/or written presentations.
   3. Develop cognitive writing skills needed to prepare case reports, technical articles and abstracts relating to sonography.
2. Recognize abnormal sonographic anatomy of the fetal skeletal system.
   1. Discuss development of the fetal skeleton.
   2. Know how to obtain fetal skeletal parameters.
   3. Describe the approach to the sonographic evaluation of a fetus with skeletal dysplasia.
   4. Recognize the sonographic findings with the various lethal and non-lethal skeletal defects.
   5. Differentiate between the various limb reduction defects and associated conditions.
   6. Discuss sonographic findings of hand and foot deformities.
   7. List skeletal findings associated with aneuploidy.
3. Recognize normal and abnormal sonographic anatomy of the fetal heart.
   1. Describe scanning techniques to obtain images of fetal heart anatomy.
   2. List the views and anatomy included in an evaluation of the fetal heart.
   3. Recognize structural anomalies of the fetal heart.
   4. Describe the findings with cardiomyopathy.
   5. Describe the normal orientation of the heart within the fetal chest.
   6. Correlate pathology of the fetal heart with chromosomal anomalies.
   7. Discuss sonographic evaluation of fetal heart arrhythmias.
4. Demonstrate understanding of the numerous chromosomal abnormalities along with their sonographic findings.
   1. Identify chromosomal abnormalities along with their associated anomalies.
   2. Explain the association of the single umbilical cord with fetal chromosomal abnormalities.
   3. Explain the association of IUGR with fetal chromosomal abnormalities.
   4. Describe the approach to sonographic assessment of patients with chromosomal abnormalities.
5. Demonstrate understanding of normal sonographic anatomy in musculoskeletal imaging.
   1. Identify normal anatomy of the rotator cuff.
   2. Discuss the scanning technique for the rotator cuff.
   3. Recognize preoperative abnormalities of the rotator cuff.
   4. Recognize postoperative appearances of the rotator cuff.
   5. Discuss pitfalls in rotator cuff scanning.
   6. Identify basic muscleskeletal anatomy of the following:
      1. Shoulder
      2. Elbow
      3. Hand and wrist
      4. Knee
      5. Foot and ankle
   7. Discuss the sonographic appearance of complete and incomplete tears.
   8. Discuss the sonographic appearance of muscleskeletal inflammation.
   9. Discuss other imaging modalities for muscleskeletal imaging.
   10. Explain the imaging technique for scanning the pediatric hip.
6. Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy of the spinal cord.
   1. Describe a tethered spinal cord.
   2. List malformations of the spinal cord and recognize their sonographic appearance.
7. Discuss the role of sonography in evaluating and treating infertility.
   1. Discuss epidemiology of infertility.
   2. Describe the normal reproductive process.
   3. Discuss ultrasound diagnosis of conditions leading to infertility.
   4. Describe the use of ultrasound in follicular tracking.
   5. Discuss techniques for induction of ovulation.
   6. Understand the role of ultrasound in assisted reproductive technologies.
   7. Recognize complications of ovarian hyperstimulation.
   8. Define GIFT and ZIFT.
8. Practice skills in image interpretation and case analysis.
   1. Use appropriate sonographic terms to describe pathology.
   2. Demonstrate the proper method for documenting pathological findings.
   3. Analyze a sonographic case to determine pathology differentials.
   4. Identify key pathology differentials based on patient clinical data and sonographic findings.

DMS 206W - Clinical Seminar II

1. Demonstrate perceptive skills in recognizing normal and abnormal sonographic patterns and discuss methods to produce high quality diagnostic sonograms.
   1. Show proficiency in recognizing normal vs. abnormal sonographic patterns in all areas of general sonography including basic vascular, muscleskeletal, and neuro sonography.
   2. Determine the differential diagnosis when analyzing hard copy film.
   3. Determine if an exam is of high quality and how to improve the quality if not.
   4. Demonstrate cognitive writing skills necessary to prepare case reports, articles, and abstracts relating to sonography.
   5. Present orally and in writing assigned case studies from all areas of general sonography.
   6. Discuss patient history, clinical findings, normal and abnormal anatomy, differential diagnosis, and associated findings for each case presented.
   7. Discuss proper scanning techniques.

DMS 207 - Clinical Education II

1. Become familiar with the clinical facility and department policies and procedures.
   1. Attend hospital orientation or go through orientation with designated instructor.
   2. Identify the location of all crash carts, fire alarms and extinguishers.
   3. Learn the emergency number to dial for a code or other emergencies.
   4. Become knowledgeable in basic department mechanics.
2. Display professionalism in manners, communication, and dress.
   1. Adhere to the department dress code.
   2. Demonstrate punctuality.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to communicate with patients and staff.
   4. Appreciate the worth and dignity of every patient.
   5. Demonstrate appropriate interaction techniques for various types of patients.
   6. Show concern for the patient’s modesty at all times.
   7. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
   8. Demonstrate the appropriate procedure for patient transfer.
3. Demonstrate abilities needed to perform an ultrasound exam.
   1. Describe and demonstrate methods that obtain patient history.
   2. Select appropriate transducer(s) and machine settings for a specific exam.
   3. Understand and demonstrate the process for film acquisition.
   4. Show the ability to properly fill out an exam worksheet.
   5. Demonstrate a knowledge of all machine controls and functions.
   6. Enhance all previously learned skills in the following areas:
      1. Scan plane recognition
      2. Identification of normal Anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis, and fetus
      3. Image acquisition of normal anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis,, and 1st trimester pregnancy
   7. Show competency in the following areas:
      1. Identification of pathology in the abdomen and pelvis
      2. Image acquisition of pathology in the abdomen and pelvis
      3. Identification and image acquisition of normal and abnormal small parts anatomy.
   8. Begin to show competency in
      1. Identification of pathology and image acquisition of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester pregnancies
   9. Begin to show skills in the following areas:
      1. Basic doppler skills of the abdomen and extremity vasculature
      2. Invasive procedures and sterile technique
      3. Intraoperative procedures

DMS 212 - Ultrasound Seminar II

1. Demonstrate complete understanding of ultrasound physics and instrumentation in preparation for the certifying examination required to work in diagnostic sonography.
   1. Define specific terms and ultrasonic units of measurement related to ultrasound physics and instrumentation.
   2. Describe the main theories of ultrasonic physics including wave propagation, tissue and ultrasound interaction, piezo and reverse piezoelectric effect.
   3. List the main components of an ultrasound transducer.
   4. Discuss operating frequency, bandwidth, transducer Q and curie point.
   5. Describe the different fields within the sound beam, along with the factors that control them, and the effect of varying these factors.
   6. Describe axial and lateral resolution, the factors that control them and the effect of varying these factors.
   7. List the basic components of pulse echo, B-scan and Real time ultrasound system along with the factors that control them.
   8. Define gain and time compensated gain and their use to obtain high quality sonographic image.
   9. Identify the standard ultrasound test objects and the parameters they evaluate.
   10. Discuss possible biological effects produced by ultrasonic propagation through human  tissues.
2. Demonstrate a complete understanding of abdominal/pelvic sonography in
   1. Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy of the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, adrenal glands, kidneys, great vessels, retroperitoneum, and the general abdominal cavity.
   2. Discuss major disease processes of the above mentioned anatomy.
   3. Describe routine scanning protocols for the major organs and related normal measurements.
   4. Discuss clinical laboratory tests for abdominal organs and correlate their values with sonographic findings and disease processes.
   5. List differential diagnosis’ for a given sonographic pattern in abdominal/pelvis sonography.
3. Demonstrate a complete understanding of obstetrical and gynecologic sonography in preparation for the certifying examination required to work in diagnostic sonography.
   1. Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy of the female pelvis and gravid uterus.
   2. Recognize abnormal sonographic patterns related to major disease processes of the female pelvis and gravid uterus.
   3. Describe scanning techniques and protocols, along with related measurements, for obstetrical and gynecologic sonography.
   4. Discuss clinical laboratory tests for the female reproductive system and developing fetus and correlate their values with sonographic findings and disease processes.
   5. List differential diagnoses for given sonographic patterns in obstetrical and gynecologic sonography.
4. Demonstrate a complete understanding of small parts sonography in preparation for the certifying examination required to work in diagnostic sonography.
   1. Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy of the thyroid, neck, breast, scrotum and prostate.
   2. Discuss major disease processes of the above-mentioned anatomy.
   3. Describe routine scanning protocols for small parts imaging and related normal measurements.
   4. Discuss clinical laboratory tests for small parts anatomy and correlate their values with sonographic findings and disease processes.
   5. List differential diagnoses for a given sonographic pattern in small parts imaging.
5. Demonstrate skills in research analysis and presentation.
   1. Demonstrate competency in extrapolating information on a particular ultrasound subject and organizing it into informative oral and/or written presentations.
   2. Demonstrate writing skills needed to prepare case reports, technical articles and abstracts relating to sonography.
   3. Demonstrate basic communication and speech presentation skills.
6. Demonstrate skills in image interpretation and case analysis.
   1. Use appropriate sonographic terms to describe pathology.
   2. Demonstrate the proper method for documenting pathological findings.
   3. Analyze a sonographic case to determine pathology differentials.
   4. Identify key pathology differentials based on patient clinical data and sonographic findings.

DMS 217 - Clinical Education III

1. Demonstrate understanding of the clinical facility and department policies and procedures.
   1. Attend hospital orientation or go through orientation with designated instructor.
   2. Identify the location of all crash carts, fire alarms and extinguishers.
   3. Learn the emergency number to dial for a code or other emergencies.
   4. Become knowledgeable in basic department mechanics.
2. Demonstrate professional behavior in the workplace.
   1. Adhere to the department dress code.
   2. Demonstrate punctuality.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to communicate with patients and staff.
   4. Appreciate the worth and dignity of every patient.
   5. Demonstrate appropriate interaction techniques for various types of patients.
   6. Show concern for the patient’s modesty at all times.
   7. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
   8. Demonstrate the appropriate procedure for patient transfer.
3. Demonstrate abilities needed to perform an ultrasound exam.
   1. Describe and demonstrate methods that obtain patient history.
   2. Select appropriate transducer(s) and machine settings for a specific exam.
   3. Understand and demonstrate the process for film acquisition.
   4. Show the ability to properly fill out an exam worksheet.
   5. Demonstrate a knowledge of all machine controls and functions.
   6. Enhance all previously learned skills in the following areas:
      1. Scan plane recognition
      2. Identification of normal anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis, and fetus
      3. Image acquisition of normal anatomy of the abdomen, pelvis, and 1st trimester pregnancy
   7. Show advanced competency skills in the following areas:
      1. Identification of pathology in the abdomen, pelvis, and fetus
      2. Image acquisition of pathology in the abdomen, pelvis, and fetus
      3. Identification and image acquisition of normal and abnormal small parts anatomy.
      4. Identification of pathology and image acquisition of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester pregnancies
      5. Basic doppler skills of the abdomen and extremity vasculature
      6. Invasive procedures and sterile technique
      7. Intraoperative procedures
   8. Pass two program competencies demonstrating the ability to perform a pelvic and obstetrical sonogram.

DMS 290-299 - Special Projects in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

DRF 107 - Intermediate Mechanical Design

1. Draw, dimension, and annotate a single view, or a multi-view mechanical design drawing of a single part according to current ANSI standards.
   1. Review and draw geometric figures.
   2. Draw and dimension
   3. Demonstrate standard Metric and US Customary ANSI tolerancing to features on engineering design drawings of mechanical components.
   4. Draw fastener thread symbols and notes and apply them to engineering design drawings of single mechanical components.
   5. Draw graphical analytical solutions to elementary engineering mechanics vector problems.
2. Draw, dimension, and annotate a single view, or multi-view mechanical design working drawings of an assembly of parts according to current ANSI standards.
   1. Draw engineering design working drawings consisting of an assembly of mechanical components and details of the components according to standard engineering practice.
   2. Demonstrate standard Metric and US Customary ANSI tolerancing to features on engineering design drawings of mechanical components.
   3. Draw and dimension
   4. orthographic single view engineering design drawings of a mechanical component according to current Metric and US Customary ANSI drawing and dimensioning standards. Projects include tooling, jigs, fixturing, injection molds, etc.
   5. Draw fastener thread symbols and notes and apply them to engineering design working drawings of an assembly of mechanical components.
3. Construct primary auxiliary views of single mechanical components.
   1. The student will draw auxiliary views of mechanical components on engineering design drawings through orthographic projection.
   2. The student will draw auxiliary views of mechanical components on engineering design drawings through revolution.

DRF 121 - Blueprint Reading

1. Clearly communicate graphically with sketches or drawings using traditional drafting tools.
   1. Identify and demonstrate correct use of traditional sketching and drawing tools.
   2. Use square and isometric grid paper to make one view, multiview, and pictorial sketches.
   3. Identify and correctly draw conventional line symbols to make sketches and drawings.
   4. Neatly place hand-made standard letters and numbers on sketches and drawings.
   5. Make free-hand well proportioned sketches of simple machine part shapes to include circle, arc, and polygon plane figures, and polyhedral solids.
2. Communicate design ideas using American National Standards Institute (ANSI) practices.
   1. Demonstrate correctly visualized real and imagined objects by making standard drawings and sketches.
   2. Read, write, and correctly use the nomenclature of technical design graphics.
   3. Correctly demonstrate orthographic projection theory and conventional ANSI practices by reading and making orthographic multiview, isometric and oblique pictorial, and sectional view representations typical of engineered objects.
   4. Execute course work accurately, legibly, neatly, and in a timely manner.
3. Delineate graphic representations of points, lines, planes and solids
   1. Use prescribed geometric methods to:
      1. Bisect lines, arcs, and angles.
      2. Divide lines, areas, and volumes into equal and proportional parts.
      3. Copy, enlarge, or reduce the size of geometric figures in any prescribed orientation.
      4. Construct points, lines, polygons, planes, and curves.
      5. Construct lines, arcs, and circles with specified tangent conditions.
   2. Use traditional drafting tools and standard methods to make accurate drawings to dimensional specifications.
4. Describe the size of objects with standard dimensioning practices using various scales.
   1. Correctly demonstrate the ANSI concepts of contour dimensioning and geometric breakdown for giving size and location of various geometric shapes.
   2. Identify the features and parts of dimension information.
   3. Distinguish between size and location dimensions.
   4. Create and read technical drawings at any specified scale.
   5. Use ANSI standard practices to place text information to drawings.
   6. Place and specify conventional numeric dimensions and notes.
5. Use traditional drafting tools to make multiview technical drawings following ANSI conventional practices.
   1. Interpret, read, and draw any or all of the six standard orthographic views using conventional practices.
   2. Correctly transfer height, width, and depth distances between views.
   3. Display correct conventional representations of standard geometric features.
   4. Identify and correctly display hidden, center, and visible lines in all views.
   5. Draw and identify normal, inclined, and oblique lines and surfaces in all views.
   6. Correctly draw positive and negative cylinders and cylinder deformations in all views.
   7. Plan drawing views to fit properly within the sheet area at the intended scale.
6. Create technical drawings with conventional sectional views following ANSI practices for manual drawing
   1. Demonstrate understanding of cutting-plane theory by correctly placing the cutting-plane line within technical drawings.
   2. List the names and identify the seven standard types of section views.
   3. Demonstrate understanding of standard practices for conventional features.
   4. Consistently draw correctly sectioned views when provided two orthographic views.
   5. Demonstrate correct hidden line practices for sectioned views.
   6. Correctly represent and place conventional break symbols, section-lining, and view identification where necessary.
7. Make pictorial representations of objects using axonometric and oblique drawing methods.
   1. Recognize the difference between orthographic projection, isometric drawing, perspective drawing, and oblique drawing.
   2. Make sketches on grid paper of objects with normal, inclined, oblique, cylindrical, and deformations of cylinders when provided two orthographic views.
   3. Consistently measure only along the isometric or oblique axes.
   4. List the advantages and limitations of orthographic multiview, isometric, and oblique representations of objects.
   5. Make isometric and oblique drawings with normal, inclined, oblique, cylindrical, deformations of cylinders, and irregular curves when provided two orthographic views.

DRF 128 - Geometric Tolerancing

1.  Correctly interpret the symbols of geometric dimensioning as it relates to the latest standard.
   1. Describe the current GD&T terms and symbols.
   2. Lists the basic rules of geometric dimensioning.
   3. Describes how feature control frames (symbols) are displayed on industrial prints
   4. Identify and define datums.
   5. Explain and interpret both standard and geometrically dimensioned tolerances.
   6. Explain where to place symbols on a print.
   7. Translate drawing notes into GD&T symbols.
   8. Translate standard drawing dimensions and tolerances into GD&T symbols and tolerances.
   9. Translate GD&T symbols into drawing notes.
   10. Translate GD&T symbols and tolerances into standard drawing dimensions and tolerances.
   11. Discuss the advantage of GD&T symbols over notes.
2. Explain the fundamentals of a Measurement System 
   1. Test and inspect commodities.
   2. Explain the evolution of measurement equipment.
   3. Identify and describe the uses of measurement.
   4. Define accuracy, precision, and reliability.
   5. List the primary sources of error in measurement.
   6. Control potential sources of measurement error.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of Specialized Measuring Tools
   1. Identify and use different types of measurement equipment which may include micrometers, calipers, dial gages, telescope gages, gage blocks, Coordinate Measurement Machine, Optical Comparator, etc.
   2. Complete the measurement of features using different types of measurement equipment which may include micrometers, calipers, dial gages, telescope gages, gage blocks, Coordinate Measurement Machine, Optical Comparator, etc.
   3. Perform and record surface finish measurements.
   4. Explore and practice using common gages.
   5. Perform gage setup, alignment, calibration and maintenance.
   6. Explain CAD and volumetric measurements trends.
   7. Explore computer and gauging unions.
   8. Measure with features to an accuracy of .001”.
   9. Correctly use and care for gage block sets.
   10. Complete the inspection of geometric tolerances, dimensional tolerances, and positional dimensions.

DRF 290-299 - Special Projects in Drafting

SKDR 101 - Blueprint Reading

1. Clearly communicate graphically with sketches or drawings using traditional drafting tools.
   1. Identify and demonstrate correct use of traditional sketching and drawing tools.
   2. Use square and isometric grid paper to make one view, multiview, and pictorial sketches.
   3. Identify and correctly draw conventional line symbols to make sketches and drawings.
   4.  Neatly place hand-made standard letters and numbers on sketches and drawings.
   5. Make free-hand well proportioned sketches of simple machine part shapes to include circle, arc, and polygon plane figures, and polyhedral solids.
2. Communicate design ideas using American National Standards Institute (ANSI) practices.
   1. Demonstrate correctly visualized real and imagined objects by making standard drawings and sketches.
   2. Read, write, and correctly use the nomenclature of technical design graphics.
   3. Correctly demonstrate orthographic projection theory and conventional ANSI practices by reading and making orthographic multiview, isometric and oblique pictorial, and sectional view representations typical of engineered objects.
   4. Execute course work accurately, legibly, neatly, and in a timely
3. Delineate graphic representations of points, lines, planes and solids
   1. Use prescribed geometric methods to:
      1. Bisect lines, arcs, and angles.
      2. Divide lines, areas, and volumes into equal and proportional parts.
      3. Copy, enlarge, or reduce the size of geometric figures in any prescribed orientation.
      4. Construct points, lines, polygons, planes, and curves.
      5. Construct lines, arcs, and circles with specified tangent conditions.
   2. Use traditional drafting tools and standard methods to make accurate drawings to dimensional specifications.
4. Describe the size of objects with standard dimensioning practices using various scales.
   1. Correctly demonstrate the ANSI concepts of contour dimensioning and geometric breakdown for giving size and location of various geometric shapes.
   2. Identify the features and parts of dimension information.
   3. Distinguish between size and location dimensions.
   4.  Create and read technical drawings at any specified scale.
   5. Use ANSI standard practices to place text information to drawings.
   6. Place and specify conventional numeric dimensions and notes.
5. Use traditional drafting tools to make multiview technical drawings following ANSI conventional practices.
   1. Interpret, read, and draw any or all of the six standard orthographic views using conventional practices.
   2. Correctly transfer height, width, and depth distances between views.
   3. Display correct conventional representations of standard geometric features.
   4. Identify and correctly display hidden, center, and visible lines in all views.
   5. Draw and identify normal, inclined, and oblique lines and surfaces in all views.
   6. Correctly draw positive and negative cylinders and cylinder deformations in all views.
   7. Plan drawing views to fit properly within the sheet area at the intended scale.
6. Create technical drawings with conventional sectional views following ANSI practices for manual drawing
   1. Demonstrate understanding of cutting-plane theory by correctly placing the cutting-plane line within technical drawings.
   2. List the names and identify the seven standard types of section views.
   3. Demonstrate understanding of standard practices for conventional features.
   4. Consistently draw correctly sectioned views when provided two orthographic views.
   5. Demonstrate correct hidden line practices for sectioned views.
   6. Correctly represent and place conventional break symbols, section-lining, and view identification where necessary.
7. Make pictorial representations of objects using axonometric and oblique drawing methods.
   1. Recognize the difference between orthographic projection, isometric drawing, perspective drawing, and oblique drawing.
   2. Make sketches on grid paper of objects with normal, inclined, oblique, cylindrical, and deformations of cylinders when provided two orthographic views.
   3. Consistently measure only along the isometric or oblique axes.
   4. List the advantages and limitations of orthographic multiview, isometric, and oblique representations of objects.
   5. Make isometric and oblique drawings with normal, inclined, oblique, cylindrical, deformations of cylinders, and irregular curves when provided two orthographic views.

SKDR 128 - Geometric Tolerancing

1. Correctly interpret the symbols of geometric dimensioning as it relates to the latest standard.
   1. Describe the current GD&T terms and symbols.
   2. Lists the basic rules of geometric dimensioning.
   3. Describes how feature control frames (symbols) are displayed on industrial prints
   4. Identify and define datums.
   5. Explain and interpret both standard and geometrically dimensioned tolerances.
   6. Explain where to place symbols on a print.
   7. Translate drawing notes into GD&T symbols.
   8. Translate standard drawing dimensions and tolerances into GD&T symbols and tolerances.
   9. Translate GD&T symbols into drawing notes.
   10. Translate GD&T symbols and tolerances into standard drawing dimensions and tolerances.
   11. Discuss the advantage of GD&T symbols over notes.
2. Explain the fundamentals of a Measurement System 
   1. Test and inspect commodities.
   2. Explain the evolution of measurement equipment.
   3. Identify and describe the uses of measurement.
   4. Define accuracy, precision, and reliability.
   5. List the primary sources of error in measurement.
   6. Control potential sources of measurement error.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of Specialized Measuring Tools
   1. Identify and use different types of measurement equipment which may include micrometers, calipers, dial gages, telescope gages, gage blocks, Coordinate Measurement Machine, Optical Comparator, etc.
   2. Complete the measurement of features using different types of measurement equipment which may include micrometers, calipers, dial gages, telescope gages, gage blocks, Coordinate Measurement Machine, Optical Comparator, etc.
   3. Perform and record surface finish measurements.
   4. Explore and practice using common gages.
   5. Perform gage setup, alignment, calibration and maintenance.
   6. Explain CAD and volumetric measurements trends.
   7. Explore computer and gauging unions.
   8. Measure with features to an accuracy of .001”.
   9. Correctly use and care for gage block sets.
   10. Complete the inspection of geometric tolerances, dimensional tolerances, and positional dimensions.

ECN 221W - Principles of Macroeconomics

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic economic models with their assumptions.
   1. Use the production possibilities frontier to discuss scarcity, opportunity costs, factors of production, limitations on production, gains from trade and limitations of simple economic models.
   2. Use supply and demand to determine market changes in price and quantity.
2. Analyze macroeconomic theory with statistical data.
   1. Describe the significance of Gross Domestic Product.
   2. Describe the significance of unemployment.
   3. Describe the significance of inflation.
3. Demonstrate understanding of basic macroeconomic models.
   1. Assess the economy status by using aggregate demand/aggregate supply model and Keynesian theory.
   2. Demonstrate graphically an economy’s moving to full employment and the impacts of the labor and funds markets in these transitions.
   3. Demonstrate the impacts of fiscal and monetary policy on the economy through the various macroeconomic models.
   4. Demonstrate an understanding of the U.S. economy’s place in the global economy.
4. Identify the special role of the financial sector in economic activity.
   1. Describe the role of financial institutions in the U.S. banking system and their links to monetary policy.
   2. Describe and analyze the role of central banks and the unique nature of the Federal Reserve System in terms of their potential impact on the economy as a whole.
   3. Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of monetary policy and fiscal policy.
5. Write effectively for a specific purpose.
   1. Practice critical writing skills within the subject.
   2. Analyze course content in written form.
   3. Explain the subject matter in a coherent writing style.

ECN 222W - Principles of Microeconomics

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the Supply and Demand model.
   1. Recognize the difference between a change in quantity demanded and a change in demand.
   2. Recognize the difference between a change in quantity supplied and a change in supply.
   3. Recognize the following: market equilibrium, surplus and shortage.
   4. Use the Supply and Demand model to analyze the impact of economic events on a market.
2. Demonstrate understanding of how elasticity shapes Supply and Demand.
   1. Identify the following: Elastic, Inelastic, unit elastic, perfectly elastic and perfectly inelastic demand.
   2. Identify the following: Elastic, Inelastic, unit elastic, perfectly elastic and perfectly inelastic supply.
   3. Understand the relationship between total revenue and elasticity.
3. Analyze government intervention in a market.
   1. Describe market failure, externalities.
   2. Employ Price Control.
   3. Analyze international trade.
4. Identify markets structure.
   1. Explain perfect competition.
   2. Explain imperfect competition.
5. Write effectively for a specific purpose.
   1. Practice critical writing skills within the subject.
   2. Analyze course content in written form.
   3. Explain the subject matter in a coherent writing style.

ECN 290-299 - Special Projects in Economics

ED 200AW - Exploratory Teaching (Elementary)

1. Demonstrate proficiency in components of literacy.
   1. Assess appropriate meaning from texts.
   2. Demonstrate proficiency in written work
   3. Use appropriate spoken language within classroom settings.
   4. Practice effective listening skills. 
2. Demonstrate an awareness of fundamentals of pedagogy.
   1. Demonstrate knowledge of intersectionality between student behaviors and student characteristics.
   2. Investigate methods and materials associated with measurement, evaluation and reporting of pupil progress.
   3. Investigate skills required of the educator in informal and formal assessments.
   4. Demonstrate knowledge of student learning styles which impact learning activity outcomes.
   5. Develop awareness of best practices in relation to special needs students.
3. Demonstrate behaviors consistent with professional expectations of teachers.
   1. Exhibit punctuality in all aspects of course and field experience.
   2. Dress appropriately for field-related experiences.
   3. Complete 90 hours of field work in an approved K-12 classroom.
   4. Receive a satisfactory evaluation from mentor teacher.
   5. Communicate effectively with all essential stakeholders.
   6. Promote cooperation among partners in the school setting.
   7. Adhere to standards of academic integrity prescribed by the College.
   8. Investigate standards of professional expectations of teachers.
4. Demonstrate an awareness of fundamentals of practice.
   1. Prepare instructional tasks, based on principles and theories of learning, that target cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains.
   2. Practice group guidance activities as they relate to the affective domain.
   3. Identify elements of lesson planning construction.
   4. Demonstrate an understanding of classroom management.
5. Identify relevant, contemporary educational issues.
   1. Investigate educational issues at the community level.
   2. Investigate educational issues at the state level.
   3. Investigate educational issues at the national level.

ED 200BW - Exploratory Teaching (Secondary)

1. Demonstrate proficiency in components of literacy.
   1. Assess appropriate meaning from texts.
   2. Demonstrate proficiency in written work
   3. Use appropriate spoken language within classroom settings.
   4. Practice effective listening skills. 
2. Demonstrate an awareness of fundamentals of pedagogy.
   1. Demonstrate knowledge of intersectionality between student behaviors and student characteristics.
   2. Investigate methods and materials associated with measurement, evaluation and reporting of pupil progress.
   3. Investigate skills required of the educator in informal and formal assessments.
   4. Demonstrate knowledge of student learning styles which impact learning activity outcomes.
   5. Develop awareness of best practices in relation to special needs students.
3. Demonstrate behaviors consistent with professional expectations of teachers.
   1. Exhibit punctuality in all aspects of course and field experience.
   2. Dress appropriately for field-related experiences.
   3. Complete 90 hours of field work in an approved K-12 classroom.
   4. Receive a satisfactory evaluation from mentor teacher.
   5. Communicate effectively with all essential stakeholders.
   6. Promote cooperation among partners in the school setting.
   7. Adhere to standards of academic integrity prescribed by the College.
   8. Investigate standards of professional expectations of teachers.
4. Demonstrate an awareness of fundamentals of practice.
   1. Prepare instructional tasks, based on principles and theories of learning, that target cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains.
   2. Practice group guidance activities as they relate to the affective domain.
   3. Identify elements of lesson planning construction.
   4. Demonstrate an understanding of classroom management.
5. Identify relevant, contemporary educational issues.
   1. Investigate educational issues at the community level.
   2. Investigate educational issues at the state level.
   3. Investigate educational issues at the national level.

ED 201W - Education of the Exceptional Child

1. Understand the history of the diagnosis/treatment of children with exceptional needs.
   1. Examine the progression of laws which address the education of exceptional children
   2. Analyze the diagnostic terminology previously used in describing exceptional children.
   3. Identify interventions used in the past with exceptional children.
2. Understand the current definitions and characteristics of children with exceptional needs.
   1. Examine and evaluate the diagnostic classifications of exceptional children, e.g., mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disabilities, communication disorders, deafness, blindness, physical/health impairments, multiple disabilities, and gifted and talented.
3. Understand the current intervention approaches used with exceptional children.
   1. Evaluate the advantages/disadvantages of segregated and inclusive models of intervention.
   2. Examine the effectiveness of prevention/early intervention.
   3. Examine special education in a culturally and linguistically diverse society.
   4. Examine the family’s role in special education services.
   5. Examine the importance of planning for the transition from childhood to adulthood.
4. Participate in “writing to learn” activities.
   1. Perform writing tasks to promote learning.
   2. Write effectively for a specific audience and purpose.
   3. Demonstrate the learning of concepts through writing.

ED 268 - International Studies in Education

ED 290-299 - Special Projects in Education

EDU 214 - Modern Manufacturing Processes

1. Correlate the workplace experience to relevant grade level curriculum standards
   1. Correlate common manufacturing themes to current, relevant standards such as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), etc.
   2. Identify common themes between workplace experiences through discussion with classmates.
   3. Formally present workplace experience to the class.
2. Develop a Modern Manufacturing Unit of Instruction for a Middle School Classroom
   1. Present the anticipated unit of instruction to peers for feedback.
   2. Outline an assessment plan for the unit of instruction.
   3. Devise methods for students to use in testing/evaluating their manufactured product.
   4. Invite a local business partner to visit the classroom during the Unit of Instruction.
   5. Determine calendar dates for teaching the unit.
   6. Identify materials and equipment needed for the unit of instruction.
   7. Design a Unit of Instruction based on Modern Manufacturing themes and NGSS targets.
   8. Identify NGSS performance targets.
   9. Select a format/approach for a Unit of Instruction: (daily lessons, multi-day project, or multi-week project).
3. Implement a Modern Manufacturing Unit of Instruction in a Middle School Classroom
   1. Conduct Assessment.
   2. Administer “Student Perception of Manufacturing Survey” (Post).
   3. Record student reactions and/or attitudes that emerge during the unit.
   4. Estimate out of class time spent by students.
   5. Log classroom hours spent on task.
   6. Engage students in the Modern Manufacturing Unit of Instruction.
   7. Administer “Student Perception of Manufacturing Survey” (Pre).
4. Evaluate value of the Modern Manufacturing Unit of Instruction (written report and presentation)
   1. Present a summary of the Unit of Instruction to the class.
   2. Compose a summary to advise other instructors on the use of the Modern Manufacturing Unit.
   3. Submit instructions/lesson plans for teaching the Modern Manufacturing Unit.

EDU 220 - Introduction to STEM Explorer: Surface Explorations

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the STEM Explorer Surface Exploration modules.
   1. Articulate the vision, goals, and objectives of the STEM Explorer program.
   2. Successfully complete each of the training modules on or outside the STEM Explorer vehicle.
   3. Review and provide feedback on the pre-designed introductory and follow-up classroom activities.
2. Prepare and plan for the Surface Exploration modules.
   1. Choose one long and two short modules for the STEM Explorer visit to the teacher’s school in the upcoming school year and show how it fits into the current curriculum.
   2. Create one grade-level appropriate introductory lesson related specifically to NGSS Performance Expectations, the Michigan Math Standards and/or the National Education Technology Standards (NETS) to prepare students for the STEM Explorer visit.
   3. Create one grade-level appropriate follow-up lesson related specifically to NGSS Performance Expectations to implement after the STEM Explorer visit.
   4. Share the lessons related on the Delta College eLearning site and participate in an online discussion board.
3. Prepare for implementation and follow-up.
   1. Schedule the STEM Explorer visit.
   2. Implement the developed lesson in anticipation of the STEM Explorer visit.
   3. Implement the follow-up lesson in the classroom.
   4. Present introductory and follow-up lessons at an informal, required gathering at the end of the school year that includes a provided rubric.

EDU 225 - Introduction to STEM Explorer: Deep Dive

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the STEM Explorer Deep Dive Project.
   1. Articulate the vision of the STEM Explorer Deep Dive program.
   2. Identify the specific NGSS performance expectations that connect the Deep Dive project to the specific discipline(s).
   3. Design a theoretical solution to a discipline-based engineering problem.
   4. Complete a series of tutorials to become acclimated to the features and capabilities of Solid Works (a feature-based, parametric, solid modeling program).
2. Produce lessons for the Deep Dive Project
   1. Use Solid Works to create and 3D print a prototype model as a design solution to the engineering problem.
   2. Contribute meaningfully to the eLearning online discussion threads concerning the engineering problem as well as the Solid Works program.
   3. Create one NGSS-based lesson to build background knowledge necessary to implement the Deep Dive project in the specific discipline(s).
   4. Create one NGSS-based follow-up lesson to implement after the Deep Dive project has been completed.
3. Implement the Deep Dive Project.
   1. Schedule initial and follow-up visits from the STEM Explorer team for the upcoming school year.
   2. Present the prototype design solution to the class and participate in an end-of-class wrap up discussion on site at Delta College (before work with students begins).
   3. Work with the students and the STEM Explorer team to implement the Deep Dive project in the teacher’s classroom.
   4. Participate in three discussion threads on eLearning: reflections on the pre-project lesson, working with students on Solid Works, and reflections on the post-project lesson.
   5. Accompany students at the end-of-year Deep Dive gathering where group projects are judged for various awards and recognition.

EDU 230 - Michigan K-12 Science Standards

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
   1. Show how the NGSS aligns to the National Research Council’s (NRC) Framework for K-12 Science Education.
   2. Demonstrate how phenomena-based teaching helps with the shift toward Three-Dimensional Learning.
   3. Identify the eight Science and Engineering Practices, the seven Cutting Concepts, and the Disciplinary Core Ideas found in the NGSS document.
2. Design and develop lesson plans specific to NGSS.
   1. Identify one phenomenon that can be used to teach the practice of Modeling in the first three weeks of school.
   2. Develop a series of three (3) grade-level appropriate lesson plans that includes at least one Practice, one Cross Cutting Concept, and one Disciplinary Core Idea.
   3. Share the newly created lesson plans on the Delta College eLearning site and participate in an online discussion board.
3. Implement the prepared lessons.
   1. Implement the modeling practice in the classroom.
   2. Assess student learning.
   3. Note adjustment for continuous process improvement.
4. Disseminate results from implementation and follow up.
   1. Participate in the informal presentation on the development and implementation of the three NGSS lesson plans by reporting back to the class during a 2-hour wrap-up session that includes a provided rubric.

EDU 368W - Educating for Global Participation

1. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the importance and usefulness of Global Education for the 21st century.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of the interconnectedness of human activity and the impact on others at various levels (local, national, international).
   2. Increase awareness of resources, organizations, and institutes for additional information and professional development in the area of Global Peace and Sustainability.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the complex, interdisciplinary nature of our global society, and apply this understanding in courses taught or in related projects.
   1. Recognize that there are many different perspectives to a single issue (such as-poverty, crime, hate, injustice).
   2. Demonstrate the ability to write about a single issue from various perspectives (economic, historical, environmental, political).
   3. Analyze global issues from a sustainability perspective (people, planet, profit).
   4. Demonstrate the application of flexible, creative and positive problem solving strategies to complex global issues.
   5. Facilitate an interdisciplinary dialog among students in the courses they teach or incorporate global interdisciplinary understanding in a project or initiative.

EDU 369W - Educating for Global Participation with Travel

1. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the importance and usefulness of Global Education for the 21st century.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of the interconnectedness of human activity and the impact on others at various levels of (local, national, international).
   2. Increase awareness of resources, organizations, and institutes for additional information and professional development in the areas of Global Peace and Sustainability.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the complex, interdisciplinary nature of our global society, and apply this understanding in courses taught or in related projects.
   1. Recognize that there are many different perspectives to a single issue (such as-poverty, crime, hate, injustice).
   2. Demonstrate the ability to write about a single issue from various perspectives (economic, historical, environmental, political).
   3. Analyze global issues from a sustainability perspective (people, planet, profit)
   4. Demonstrate the application of flexible, creative and positive problem solving strategies to complex global issues.
   5. Facilitate an interdisciplinary dialog among students in the courses they teach or incorporate global interdisciplinary understanding in a project or initiative.
3. Demonstrate the knowledge needed to develop and lead high quality, safe, and affordable learning abroad experiences sponsored by Delta College or another approved institution.
   1. Apply the process for proposing and developing approved learning abroad experiences at Delta College or another approved institution.
   2. Demonstrate familiarity with processes needed to organize and lead a learning abroad experience.
   3. Demonstrate an understanding of the educational requirements needed for an approved credit or non-credit learning abroad experience.
   4. Practice group and independent travel skills to maximize educational goals.

EDU 370W - Educating for Global Participation with Module

1. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the importance and usefulness of Global Education for the 21st century.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of the interconnectedness of human activity and the impact on others at various levels of (local, national, international).
   2. Increase awareness of resources, organizations, and institutes for additional information and professional development in the areas of Global Peace and Sustainability.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the complex, interdisciplinary nature of our global society, and apply this understanding in courses taught or in related projects.
   1. Recognize that there are many different perspectives to a single issue (such as-poverty, crime, hate, injustice).
   2. Demonstrate the ability to write about a single issue from various perspectives (economic, historical, environmental, political).
   3. Analyze global issues from a sustainability perspective (people, planet, profit)
   4. Demonstrate the application of flexible, creative and positive problem solving strategies to complex global issues.
   5. Facilitate an interdisciplinary dialog among students in the courses they teach or incorporate global interdisciplinary understanding in a project or initiative.
3. Develop and implement a Global Peace Studies module or project for infusion into one of their primary courses or related college activities.
   1. Create a module that facilitates the development of student awareness and knowledge of global issues, and help them develop the skills necessary to participate globally in a positive manner.
   2. Assess the module or project’s effectiveness in developing a global perspective among students and/or participants.

EDU 379W - Assessment for Programs and Disciplines

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the academic assessment process at Delta College.
   1. Describe assessment-related terminology.
   2. Describe the roles of the various assessment-related entities at Delta College.
   3. Explain the process of assessment reporting and accountability.
   4. Demonstrate use of the Assessment Database to report assessment activities.
   5. Participate in the Academic Assessment Committee presentation process.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the program assessment cycle.
   1. Describe the program assessment cycle in relation to various program report examples.
   2. Identify and evaluate program examples that meet the standards of good program models.
   3. Apply the program assessment cycle to current program or discipline assessment activities.
3. Create a comprehensive assessment plan for his/her program or discipline.
   1. Formulate and assess program outcomes.
   2. Develop assessment projects related to his/her program.
   3. Discuss and plan for the use of project results.
   4. Plan for continued assessment of his/her program or discipline as a tool for continuous quality improvement.
4. Develop program assessment information to share with the greater college community.
   1. Document program or discipline assessment information for the database and the Academic Assessment Committee.
   2. Plan to share program or discipline assessment information with appropriate groups in the greater College community.

EDU 383W - Sustainability Across the Curriculum

1. Demonstrate understanding of sustainability. 
   1. Identify and demonstrate understanding of the interrelationships between environmental, social, and economic sustainability issues.
   2. Analyze and evaluate trends in local and global sustainability issues.
   3. Understand and evaluate the impact of sustainability issues on careers, lifestyles, cultures and the future of our planet.
2. Evaluate potential solutions to sustainability issues from a personal or global perspective.
   1. Explore techniques and strategies that are effective for individuals in promoting positive sustainability change.
   2. Explore techniques and strategies that are effective for communities and nations in promoting positive sustainability change.
3. Develop a module, project, or plan for infusion of sustainability into a course or other college/community activity.
   1. Create a module or other activity to develop awareness and understanding of sustainability within the context of a particular course or college/community group.
   2. Develop a plan for assessing student learning of sustainability.
   3. Consider using the module as a basis for application for sustainability-related course designation.

EDU 384 - Delta College Staff Ambassador Development

1. Discuss the history and philosophy of the community college.
   1. Describe community college’s unique role, history, and mission.
   2. Discuss the purpose of the League for Innovation and the importance of Delta’s Board Membership. Explore the Learning College Concept.
   3. Review Delta’s history.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of essential processes/systems campus-wide.
   1. Describe basic elements of the admissions, financial aid, and registration processes.
   2. Discuss the scheduling process.
   3. Trace the curriculum development and revision process.
   4. Discuss the difference between academic assessment and institutional effectiveness.
   5. Describe basic elements of the recruitment and hiring process.
   6. Describe business - related processes (travel, requisitions, etc.)
3. Describe each department/division’s contribution to the mission, vision, and values of the College.
   1. Identify the contributions of the various Delta College departments (and their sub-groups) to student success and the mission, vision, and values of the College. Departments such as - Academic Services - Student and Educational Services - Business and Finance - Administrative Services - President’s Office - Corporate Services - Communications Technology - Institutional Advancement - Off-campus Centers
4. Participate in a job-shadowing experience.
   1. Identify the staff member whose work will be observed and schedule the observation.
   2. Reflect on the contribution to the College made, and the relationship between, the observed work and the student’s own work.
5. Describe the integration of Delta’s Strategic Plan into daily work.
   1. Examine the purpose and meaning of the strategic plan and the strategic planning process.
   2. Examine ways in which the initiatives can be integrated into daily work.
6. Discuss the AQIP process and its relationship to Delta’s Organizational Culture.
   1. Examine AQIP’s continuous quality improvement principles
   2. Review the requirements to become an AQIP accredited institution.
   3. Discuss the requirements to maintain AQIP accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission.
7. Discuss the components that create Delta’s “culture”.
   1. Describe formal and informal elements of Delta’s culture.
   2. Utilize the Center for Organizational Success (COS) to meet organizational, personal and professional growth needs.
   3. Recognize the contribution each employee makes to creating, maintaining, and changing Delta College’s culture.
8. Demonstrate active progress toward own professional goals.
   1. Continue to update portfolio.
   2. Identify and begin (or continue) meeting with a mentor.

EDU 385 - Leadership Culture

1. Define characteristics of great leadership and recognize ways that this knowledge can be applied in the workplace.
   1. Review College values and consider how we use them in our daily worklife.
   2. Consider various leadership styles and their impact on motivation and performance.
   3. Describe servant leadership and empowerment.
   4. Employ effective communication skills, such as empathetic listening, problem solving, and clarifying feedback.
2. Practice and apply leadership tools.
   1. Practice meeting facilitation and presentation.
   2. Demonstrate use of Robert’s Rules of Order.
   3. Practice goal setting.
   4. Explore Learning Café, Appreciative Inquiry, and other collaborative meeting strategies.
   5. Discuss strategic planning and AQIP processes.
3. Discuss the elements of a learning organization.
   1. Discuss the disciplines of systems thinking, personal mastery, mental models, shared vision, and team learning.
   2. Describe the benefit of collaborative problem-solving.
   3. Increase the use of personal strengths in worklife and the contribution of those strengths to the team.
4. Apply knowledge and skills attained by serving the College and its communities in a leadership role.
   1. Select an organization or committee (College or community) and participate in its work.
   2. Explain your participation, citing aspects of your leadership.
5. Explain the importance of continuous professional growth in leadership.
   1. Continue development of the employee’s portfolio.
   2. Present portfolio for review.
   3. Participate in a program post-assessment or exit interview to communicate goals for continued professional growth.

EDU 386W - Communication in the Classroom

1. Apply effective communication principles to teaching and learning.
   1. Develop shared language and meaning within the classroom setting.
   2. Demonstrate an understanding of perception and its impact on classroom communication.
   3. Effectively facilitate group communication in the classroom.
2. Examine management strategies for conflict in the classroom.
   1. Identify the needs of parties involved in a conflict situation.
   2. Develop effective management strategies for numerous classroom situations.
3. Demonstrate effective listening skills as a teacher, in and out of the classroom.
   1. Recognize individual listening habits and work to improve active listening skills.
   2. Identify types of and barriers to listening.
4. Examine the role that nonverbal communication plays in the classroom setting.
   1. Assess the importance of nonverbal communication in the classroom.
   2. Identify the functions of nonverbal communication in the classroom.
5. Develop a project focused on awareness and improvement of one’s classroom communication skills.
   1. Identify an aspect of verbal and/or non-verbal communication in one’s own teaching for reflection and development.
   2. Collaborate with instructors and peers to design a focused project.
   3. Set goals for future application of refined techniques in classroom communication.

EDU 387W - Reflective Practice: Education for Personal and Professional Growth

1. Use ongoing reflective practices and tools including writing, reading, guided introspection, and interactions with fellow educators to further professional and personal growth.
   1. Demonstrate through writing and verbal representation that one is using meaningful practices of reflection.
   2. Create and apply a personally meaningful practice that furthers development and growth as an educator.
   3. Identify, through reading and introduction to and modeling of various reflective practices, guest speakers, and interactions with class and instructor, a practice that will be of continuing use for professional and personal growth.
2. Create a project that is professionally and personally meaningful:
   1. Present a version of the project to the class, and, if appropriate, to the Delta community.
   2. Develop and implement the project
   3. Generate ideas, with help of class and instructor, for the project, which may include development of an introspective practice, a series of writings such as poems, or a memoir.
3. Work cooperatively with colleagues for growth and renewal of professional practice through reflection and on-going connection.
   1. Develop a support system that encourages an ongoing relationship with a colleague or colleagues beyond the time frame of the course that will support reflective practice leading to professional and personal growth and community-building.
   2. Develop, individually and as a group, a strong sense of mutually-supportive cohesion through techniques such as shared writing, shared teaching/educating stories, online communication, pairing and group activities.

EDU 388W - Exploring Diversity

1. Expand the definition of diversity beyond traditional views.
   1. Define diversity and identify variables of diversity.
   2. Identify discrimination through self-reflection and exposure to a variety of voices and perspectives.
   3. Develop a scale or continuum of diversity perspectives and reflect on one’s personal growth along that continuum.
2. Explore how variables of diversity influence society.
   1. Explore biological, sociological, psychological, and anthropological theories associated with diversity
   2. Identify individual and societal losses due to intolerance.
   3. Describe how diversity impacts the classroom, community, or workplace.
3. Practice communication techniques that foster a safe and inclusive environment.
   1. Practice communication techniques that foster an atmosphere that values all members.
   2. Recognize and demonstrate sensitivity to the variety of influences that shape an individual’s perspective on diversity.
   3. Reflect upon a variety of learning activities that promote diversity awareness and challenge intolerance and discrimination.
4. Demonstrate personal and social responsibility as a global citizen.
   1. Evaluate one’s cultural assumptions and biases.
   2. Analyze and evaluate issues, positions, viewpoints and ideas when exploring diversity
   3. Identify behaviors that foster global citizenship
   4. Demonstrate intercultural knowledge in developing a global worldview.
5. Develop resources for infusing diversity into the classroom.
   1. Create a learning activity or assignment that addresses diversity in a global world.
   2. Explore online resources related to diversity in the classroom
   3. Share activities or resources related to increasing awareness and respect for human diversity.

EDU 389W - Exploring Diversity/With Project

1. Expand the definition of diversity beyond traditional views.
   1. Define diversity and identify variables of diversity.
   2. Identify discrimination through self-reflection and exposure to a variety of voices and perspectives.
   3. Develop a scale or continuum of diversity perspectives and reflect on one’s personal growth along that continuum.
2. Explore how variables of diversity influence society.
   1. Explore biological, sociological, psychological, and anthropological theories associated with diversity
   2. Identify individual and societal losses due to intolerance.
   3. Describe how diversity impacts the classroom, community, or workplace.
3. Practice communication techniques that foster a safe and inclusive environment.
   1. Practice communication techniques that foster an atmosphere that values all members.
   2. Recognize and demonstrate sensitivity to the variety of influences that shape an individual’s perspective on diversity.
   3. Reflect upon a variety of learning activities that promote diversity awareness and challenge intolerance and discrimination.
4. Demonstrate personal and social responsibility as a global citizen.
   1. Evaluate one’s cultural assumptions and biases.
   2. Analyze and evaluate issues, positions, viewpoints and ideas when exploring diversity
   3. Identify behaviors that foster global citizenship
   4. Demonstrate intercultural knowledge in developing a global worldview.
5. Apply an understanding of the importance of diversity by participating in service learning.
   1. Choose a personally relevant project
   2. Provide meaningful service to the community
   3. Document the service learning experience
   4. Connect relevance of the experience to the diversity concepts addressed in Outcomes 1-4.

EDU 390W - Best Practices in Teaching and Learning

1. Create an environment that fosters positive learning experiences.
   1. Identify, discuss, develop and implement effective and creative strategies to facilitate student learning.
   2. Identify and apply effective classroom management techniques.
   3. Identify teacher characteristics that help to nurture a positive learning environment.
   4. Develop strategies that foster the creation of a community within the classroom.
2. Understand the educational and professional growth opportunities at Delta College to develop, improve, and support best teaching practices.
   1. Identify a mentor and initiate opportunities to grow from that individual’s experience and expertise.
   2. Demonstrate a beginning understanding of assessment processes at Delta College: classroom assessment, program assessment, and General Education assessment.
   3. Develop a growing understanding of, and begin to apply, Delta’s model of course learning Outcomes and Objectives in course planning and assessment.
   4. Recognize, locate, and use both physical and online locations of the various faculty and student support services at Delta College (i.e. eLearning, Audio/Visual, Faculty Center for Teaching Excellence).
   5. Demonstrate an understanding of the faculty promotion and tenure processes.
   6. Identify and utilize cohort relationships with Delta faculty and staff.
3. Develop, implement and evaluate learning techniques to enhance teaching and learning effectiveness.
   1. Compare and contrast assessment and evaluation strategies.
   2. Identify educational technologies that can enhance the learning experience.
   3. Evaluate effectiveness of various new techniques and innovations in your courses to facilitate learning.
   4. Recognize how opportunities for learning can be enhanced through online strategies.
   5. Describe the rationale for, and representative applications of, some selected curricular innovations, including Writing to Learn; Academic Service-Learning; cooperative learning; learning communities, and programs for Under prepared and Honors students.

EDU 391W - Academic Service-Learning

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the pedagogy of academic service-learning or civic engagement.
   1. Define academic service-learning and civic engagement.
   2. Explain the difference between volunteerism, service-learning and civic engagement.
   3. Develop an understanding of experiential learning in the context of community service conducted for academic service-learning and civic engagement.
   4. Develop an awareness of the current literature demonstrating the benefits of academic service-learning and civic engagement.
   5. Develop an awareness of the best practices and exemplary programs for academic service-learning and civic engagement.
2. Apply academic service-learning or civic engagement to a current course, program or activity.
   1. Develop a comprehensive plan for the infusion of academic service-learning or civic engagement into an existing course, including the essential elements of:
      1. Meaningful community service
      2. Critical, reflective thinking
      3. Application of course content
      4. Enhanced civic responsibility
   2. Confirm a partnership with a community agency.
   3. Develop reflection strategies for the academic service-learning or civic engagement activity.
   4. Draft an assessment plan for the academic service-learning or civic engagement component, including:
      1. Concept(s) being assessed
      2. Indicators to be measured
      3. Methods to measure the degree to which indicators demonstrate the desired concept(s)
      4. Source for the data (students, faculty, community partner, etc.)
3. Develop a comprehensive plan for the infusion of academic service-learning or civic engagement into an existing course.

EDU 392W - Internet Teaching Techniques for Teachers

1. To demonstrate the use of steps needed to create appropriate learning objects
   1. Assess student learning needs and learning environment to create appropriate learning strategies
   2. Design and develop online learning strategies and assignments appropriate to learners’ content area in LMS and/or other web tool
   3. Implement learning strategies with group of students
   4. Evaluate the learning strategies used with students in terms of student success
2. To demonstrate the use of different learning strategies in appropriate learning situations
   1. Create learning strategies by applying multiple theoretical approaches to pedagogy, i.e. constructivist, cognitive or behavioral theory.
3. To evaluate online strategies for their appropriate use in instructors’ content areas
   1. Create formative assessment as to how students react to the learning process
   2. Create summative assessment as to the level to which students achieve an outcome/objective

EDU 392XW - Advanced Internet Teaching Techniques

1. Demonstrate the use of best practices for online learning as outlined in the Best Practices Rubric
   1. Research current best practices for online learning
   2. Create learning strategy that employs a best practice in an online course
   3. Discuss best practices of online learning
2. Demonstrate the use of current Internet applications
   1. Demonstrate the use of current Internet applications appropriate for  the individual’s  subject area
   2. Create instructions on how to use Internet applications
3. Incorporate the use of current internet applications into an online course
   1. Create a learning strategy that uses a current Internet application to achieve or practice a course outcome/objective

EDU 393W - Understanding Student Learning

1. Identify and explain the neurological and cognitive changes that accompany human learning.
   1. Explain the various ways in which the brain perceives and processes information.
   2. Explain how lasting changes in the neurology of the brain accompany mastery.
   3. Identify and use the principles of cognitive development to explain learning as a process of developing increasingly sophisticated mental representations of the world.
   4. Identify, evaluate and assess how knowledge of cognitive processes is useful to educators, and how such knowledge can be applied to learning situations to enhance the learning process.
2. Identify and explain the primary factors that influence how human understandings are formed and altered.
   1. Identify biological factors such as temperament and emotional reactivity and explain how they can influence student learning.
   2. Identify the various forms of intelligence (multiple intelligences), and explain how individual differences in intellectual potentials influences how an individual best learns.
   3. Explain how a person’s beliefs about their ability to succeed in a task (self-efficacy) and self-esteem influence student learning and success.
   4. Explain how social and cultural factors such as social expectations, beliefs about ability (entity or incremental), learning styles, and the presence of social support influence student learning.
3. Identify, evaluate and appraise how knowledge of human learning can be applied to educational settings.
   1. Work individually and cooperatively with others to develop and implement methods of assessing students learning levels, styles, and needs.
   2. Communicate in informal discussions and formal writing assignments personal observations and positions concerning how psychological and sociocultural factors affect student motivation, effort, persistence, and the attainment of learning goals.
   3. Work individually and cooperatively to evaluate and synthesize relevant factors that influence student learning, and experiment in constructing learning tasks and environments to effectively meet the learning needs of students.
   4. Develop an appreciation for the complexity of human learning.

EDU 394IW - Development of Learning Community Interest Groups

1. Compare, contrast, and evaluate various definitions, models, and conceptual frameworks of learning communities most closely resembling the Interest Group model.
   1. Discuss and evaluate assigned readings.
   2. Respond interactively on-line to readings and to each other.
2. Design an Interest Group learning community.
   1. Seek and give feedback on this work.
   2. Design at least one assessment means for this interest group.
   3. Prepare at least one assignment that integrates disciplines for this interest group.
   4. Develop a syllabus.
   5. Consult with counselors for help reaching the population for this course combination.
   6. Identify the likely population for their Interest Group.
3. Collectively examine, articulate, and where appropriate modify, the culture, unique identity, and common means of assessment of Interest Groups at Delta.
   1. Choose a common assessment tool to be used by all Interest Groups in order to assess a common outcome. Use data collected by previous Interest Group faculty to close the assessment loop and continue future assessment of common outcomes.
   2. Collectively come to conclusions about the role and place of Interest Groups to the college culture and mission, general education, marketing, the use of the seminar-type hour, and any other issues that make Interest Groups a distinct body of Learning Communities. Review, articulate, and recommend modifications as appropriate.
   3. Collectively determine what common outcome(s) will exist beyond the course outcomes for all Interest Groups in their grouping or collectively review the common outcome(s) in light of data provided by previous Interest Group faculty. Forward modifications of these outcomes to the Learning Community Advisory Board for approval as appropriate

EDU 394W - Theory and Pedagogy of Learning Communities

1. Compare, contrast, and evaluate various definitions, models, and conceptual frameworks of learning communities
   1. Discuss and evaluate assigned readings.
   2. Respond interactively on-line and in class seminars to readings and to each other.
2. Design a learning community
   1. Select a marketable course combination.
   2. Consult with counselors about this course combination.
   3. Develop a syllabus, preferably with other involved faculty.
   4. Prepare assignments that integrate disciplines.
   5. Design means of assessment.
   6. Accept and give feedback on proposed learning communities both in person with their classroom peers or on a listserv.
3. Participate in “writing to learn” activities.
   1. Perform writing tasks to promote learning.
   2. Write effectively for a specific audience and purpose.
   3. Demonstrate the learning of concepts through writing.

EDU 395RW - Introductory Theory and Methods of Reading Across Disciplines - Research Option

1. Articulate theories of reading development and design applications for fostering and assessing reading in a specific discipline or class.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of theories of reading development, including motivation and metacognition for the adult learner
   2. Demonstrate an understanding of diverse instructional approaches, ranging from direct teaching and practice of study skills through holistic approaches to reading
   3. Demonstrate an understanding of factors affecting text selection and assignment design
   4. Present to peers in the class a set of strategies for the integration of reading into current teaching.
2. Demonstrate ability to research reading process & pedagogy in one’s discipline.
3. Participate in “writing to learn” activities.
   1. Perform writing tasks to promote learning.
   2. Write effectively for a specific audience and purpose.
   3. Demonstrate the learning of concepts through writing.

EDU 395W - Introductory Theory and Methods of Reading Across Disciplines

1. Articulate theories of reading development and design applications for fostering and assessing reading in a specific discipline or class.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of theories of reading development, including motivation and metacognition for the adult learner
   2. Demonstrate an understanding of diverse instructional approaches, ranging from direct teaching and practice of study skills through holistic approaches to reading
   3. Demonstrate an understanding of factors affecting text selection and assignment design
   4. Present to peers in the class a set of strategies for the integration of reading into current teaching.
2. Participate in “writing to learn” activities.
   1. Perform writing tasks to promote learning.
   2. Write effectively for a specific audience and purpose.
   3. Demonstrate the learning of concepts through writing.

EDU 396PW - Facilitating Developmental Learning with project

1. Identify and evaluate both barriers and pathways to success for developmental learners.
   1. Explain and address diverse learning styles.
   2. Analyze social and emotional factors affecting learning.
   3. Appreciate the importance of self-efficacy in academic success.
   4. Analyze by-pass strategies for specific learning challenges.
   5. Identify support systems the college has in place for student access and success.
2. Identify, explain, and implement best practices for teaching developmental learners.
   1. Recognize value of mastery learning, strategic learning, and supplemental instruction.
   2. Identify opportunities for collaborative learning, including paired courses and learning communities.
   3. Formulate a variety of teaching approaches and methods, including computer-based instruction and/or other technologies.
   4. Explain the importance of consistent academic standards, supported by interface with college-level courses.
   5. Develop methods of scaffolding skills, assessing learning, and monitoring student performance.
3. Design discipline-specific learning strategies that promote success for developmental learners.
   1. Visit at least one remedial teaching environment, recording impressions and implications.
   2. Formulate methods of embedding study skills, reading, writing, mathematics and/or critical thinking within a specific course.
   3. Promote transitional techniques that will help students evolve from under-prepared to college-ready.
   4. Design or modify a project to promote success for an increased number of learners.
4. Develop a project to promote success for an increased number of learners.
   1. Identify a course, program, service, or policy need related to student learning.
   2. Use appropriate methods to research or analyze established approaches related to topic.
   3. Design or modify a course, program, service, or policy to improve student achievement.

EDU 396W - Facilitating Developmental Learning

1. Identify and evaluate both barriers and pathways to success for developmental learners.
   1. Explain and address diverse learning styles.
   2. Analyze social and emotional factors affecting learning.
   3. Appreciate the importance of self-efficacy in academic success.
   4. Analyze by-pass strategies for specific learning challenges.
   5. Identify support systems the college has in place for student access and success.
2. Identify, explain, and implement best practices for teaching developmental learners.
   1. Recognize value of mastery learning, strategic learning, and supplemental instruction.
   2. Identify opportunities for collaborative learning, including paired courses and learning communities.
   3. Formulate a variety of teaching approaches and methods, including computer-based instruction and/or other technologies.
   4. Explain the importance of consistent academic standards, supported by interface with college-level courses.
   5. Develop methods of scaffolding skills, assessing learning, and monitoring student performance.
3. Design discipline-specific learning strategies that promote success for developmental learners.
   1. Visit at least one remedial teaching environment, recording impressions and implications.
   2. Formulate methods of embedding study skills, reading, writing, mathematics and/or critical thinking within a specific course.
   3. Promote transitional techniques that will help students evolve from under-prepared to college-ready.
   4. Design or modify a project to promote success for an increased number of learners.

EDU 397 - Introduction to Distance Learning

1. On completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate competency in the adaptation of traditional courses to the ITV format using distance education equipment.
   1. Demonstrate use of the equipment connected with ITV.
   2. Modify a teaching style when necessary.
   3. Dress, speak, and move in an appropriate manner for ITV.
   4. Foster student participation.
   5. Create a collaborative learning environment.
   6. Use inter-site student competition constructively.
   7. Make discussions work.
   8. Use small group exercises effectively.
   9. Use visual aids effectively.
   10. Use PowerPoint presentation software in the classroom.

EDU 398W - Writing to Learn

1. Know of the definitions and theory of WTL.
   1. Develop an understanding of the definition of WTL (what it is and is not).
   2. Develop an understanding of the theory of WTL (how it works).
   3. Develop an understanding of WTL at Delta (history, examples, success)
2. Apply WTL strategies in current teaching.
   1. Develop WTL strategies and apply them to one or more courses.
   2. Reflect on value of the strategies.
   3. Share reflections with peers and instructor.
   4. Option: Mentor a peer not enrolled in the course to attempt WTL.
3. Participate in “writing to learn” activities.
   1. Perform writing tasks to promote learning.
   2. Write effectively for a specific audience and purpose.
   3. Demonstrate the learning of concepts through writing.

EDU 399AW - Classroom Assessment Techniques

1. Design and implement Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs).
   1. Design and Administer simple and complex Classroom Assessment Techniques.
   2. Identify teaching goals for one or more courses using a Teaching Goal Inventory. (Distinguish a teaching goal from a course learning outcome.)
2. Design and implement strategies for improving student learning based on information obtained from CATs.
   1. Analyze information obtained from the administration of CATs and use it to develop a plan of actions to enhance student learning.
   2. Identify and explain common problems that can occur with the use of CATs. Develop strategies for avoiding such problems.
   3. Identify ways to improve upon the CATs implemented.
   4. Evaluate the effects on student learning from using CATs.

EDU 399W - Using Classroom Assessment Techniques

1. Students gain knowledge of the nature of CAT’s across disciplines.
   1. Develop an understanding of CAT’s.
   2. Develop an understanding of what CAT’s measure.
   3. Develop an understanding of how CAT’s can improve teaching and learning.
   4. Develop an awareness of the potentials and limits of CAT’s.
   5. Develop an awareness of how to use the handbook.
   6. Develop an awareness of how colleagues are using CAT’s.
2. Students develop and apply a variety of CAT’s in their current teaching assignment(s) to formatively assess different types of learning and student development.
   1. Clarify own teaching goals.
   2. Develop questions which can/should be asked about student learning related to those goals.
   3. Explore the adaptation and application of various CAT’s to answer those questions.
   4. Share experiences with others as to “successes” and “failures.”
3. Students will investigate and develop CAT’s as tools for classroom research.
   1. Develop an understanding of the nature of Classroom Research
   2. Develop an understanding of how CAT’s can be used to develop Classroom Research
   3. Practice the development of a Classroom Research project using CAT’s.
4. Participate in “writing to learn” activities.
   1. Perform writing tasks to promote learning.
   2. Write effectively for a specific audience and purpose.
   3. Demonstrate the learning of concepts through writing.

ET 100 - Electrical Calculations

1. Discuss basic mathematics computations and develop problem-solving skills.
   1. Express quantitative data in scientific notation and perform math operations.
   2. Express quantitative data using metric prefixes and perform math operations.
   3. Translate quantitative data into different formats through the use of unit conversation techniques.
   4. Solve problems involving rations, decimals, reciprocal, exponents, and fractions.
   5. Discuss and arrange algebraic equations to solve for unknown variables.
   6. Interpret the rate of change as it applies to circuits, without computing the derivative.
   7. Employ the proper method for utilizing a scientific calculator to solve problems.
2. Arrange quantitative data in table or graphical format and interpret the results.
   1. Identify the four quadrants of a graph and interpret how they relate to negative and positive quantities.
   2. Sketch tabulated data and inspect the graph to solve problems.
   3. Sketch and analyze the graphs of the sine and cosine as a function of time or angle.
   4. Graph and compute basic log and exponential functions.
   5. Modify the gain control on an oscilloscope to evaluate the maximum, minimum, and peak-to-peak values of a signal.
   6. Modify the time base control on an oscilloscope to evaluate the period and frequency of a signal.
3. Identify and analyze characteristics of the sine wave.
   1. Explain the concept of angular frequency.
   2. Explain the concept of leading and lagging electrical signals.
   3. Identify and calculate the phase angle, instantaneous value, peak, maximum, minimum, peak-to-peak, root mean square, average value, period, and frequency for various periodic signals.
   4. Calculate the wavelength of a signal.
4. Perform calculations required in the electrical field of study.
   1. Analyze right triangles by using the trigonometric equations (sin, cos, and tan) to solve for unknown sides and angles.
   2. Analyze right triangles by using the Pythagorean theorem to solve for unknown sides of the triangle.
   3. Differentiate between scalar and vector quantities.
   4. Resolve vectors into horizontal and vertical components.
   5. Add and subtract vectors by resolving the vectors into components and adding the horizontal and vertical components.
   6. Describe the phasor representation of an electrical signal and construct the phasor diagram for electrical circuits.
   7. Interpret phasor diagrams by representing the signals as leading or lagging signals in the time domain.
   8. Convert phasors between polar and rectangular coordinates.
   9. Add and subtract phasors using rectangular coordinates.
   10. Multiply and divide phasors using polar coordinates.

ET 110 - DC Circuits

1. Demonstrate an understanding of electrical terminology and scientific theory for DC circuits.
   1. Explain the basic structure of the atom and electron theory.
   2. Explain the construction and operation of batteries and other sources of electricity.
   3. Associate basic electrical terms, units, and abbreviations with their meanings.
   4. Describe the concepts of electrical potential, current flow, and resistance.
2. Describe characteristics and perform calculations for DC circuits.
   1. Identify resistors by color code combination.
   2. Recognize and draw the schematic symbols for devices used in DC circuits. Differentiate between different symbols, conventions, and terminology.
   3. Characterize DC voltage and current sources.
   4. Utilize voltage, current, resistance, power, energy, and efficiency relationships to solve for DC circuit values.
   5. Analyze series, parallel, and combination DC circuits to determine voltage, current, resistance, and power relationships.
   6. Differentiate between Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s voltage law, Kirchhoff’s current law, superposition theorem, Thevenin’s theorem, Norton’s theorem, and the maximum power transfer theorem. Utilize the appropriate laws and theorems to solve DC circuits.
   7. Explain the application and operation of a Wheatstone bridge circuit.
3. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, comprehend, and comply with safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Construct circuits using electrical components and laboratory equipment. Calculate, measure, and analyze characteristics of DC circuits.
   3. Measure electrical values of current, voltage, and resistance in DC circuits.
   4. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 120 - AC Circuits

1. Demonstrate an understanding of electrical terminology and scientific theory for AC circuits.
   1. Explain the basic concepts of magnetism, electromagnetism, flux density, magnetic field intensity, saturation, and hysteresis.
   2. Explain the basic operation of generators as a source of AC electricity.
   3. Associate basic electrical terms, units, and abbreviations with their meanings.
   4. Describe the concepts of AC voltage, current, resistance, reactance, and impedance.
   5. Differentiate between the equations used for AC and DC circuits.
   6. Apply the phasor representation of electrical signals to AC circuits. Analyze the phasor diagram to contrast leading and lagging electrical signals.
2. Describe characteristics and perform calculations for AC circuits.
   1. Recognize and draw the schematic symbols for devices used in AC circuits. Differentiate between different symbols, conventions, and terminology.
   2. Calculate inductive reactance, capacitive reactance, and impedance for AC circuits.
   3. Utilize voltage, current, resistance, power, energy, and efficiency relationships to solve for AC circuit values.
   4. Analyze series, parallel, and combination AC circuits using phasor analysis.
   5. Differentiate between Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s voltage law, and Kirchhoff’s current law. Utilize the appropriate laws and theorems to write loop equations and node equations.
   6. Calculate the resonant frequency for series and parallel LC circuits.
   7. Identify the fundamental frequency for a signal and the harmonics required to create other waveforms.
   8. Perform calculations to determine bandwidth and criteria for high and low pass filter design.
   9. Analyze the response of inductors and capacitors in DC circuits. Calculate time constants to determine the response of the system.
3. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, comprehend, and comply with safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Construct circuits using electrical components and laboratory equipment. Calculate, measure, and analyze characteristics of AC circuits.
   3. Measure electrical values of current, voltage, and impedance in AC circuits.
   4. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 122 - Programmable Logic Controllers

1. Recognize and explain the operation of hardware in a PLC system.
   1. Identify and describe the operation of a PLC input and a PLC output card.
   2. Identify and describe the functions of a CPU in a PLC system.
   3. Identify and describe the operation of a power supply in a PLC system. Determine the proper sizing of a power supply to meet the power requirements of a PLC system.
   4. Configure, connect, and utilize a PC to communicate with a PLC processor.
   5. Integrate hardware devices used in control circuits to a PLC system. Explain the state for various input devices required to energize a PLC input. Determine the requirements to energize a PLC output.
   6. Recognize and draw the schematic symbols for devices used in PLC circuits. Differentiate between different symbols, conventions, and terminology from wiring diagrams.
   7. Differentiate between fixed and modular PLC architectures.
   8. Explain the procedures required to properly install a PLC system.
2. Recognize and explain the operation of software in a PLC system.
   1. Differentiate between data files and program files in a PLC.
   2. Describe a PLC scan including the order of operation and the scan time required to perform all tasks.
   3. Identify and describe the operation of basic logic elements in a PLC program.
   4. Identify and describe the operation of timers and counters in a PLC program.
   5. Explain how program control elements allow the PLC to alter the normal execution of the PLC scan.
   6. Describe the use and operation of math functions for performing calculations on data in PLC programs.
   7. Explain how sequencers can be used to perform repetitive operations using event driven or time driven control.
   8. Differentiate between various forms of data manipulation techniques including the use of move instructions, shift registers, and file/word transfers.
   9. Identify and describe the use and operation of a one shot instruction.
   10. Differentiate between main program files and subroutines.
   11. Differentiate between bit and word instructions and data.
3. Demonstrate ability to configure and use programming software.
   1. Configure and utilize RSLinx software to establish a connection between a PC and the PLC.
   2. Utilize RSLogix for creating, editing, saving, downloading, and uploading programs.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to make online program edits.
   4. Demonstrate the ability to view and modify the contents of words in the data file.
   5. Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot PLC logic programs.
   6. Differentiate between different modes of operation for the PLC processor including RUN, PROGRAM, and REMOTE modes
4. Relate knowledge about electrical devices to PLC systems.
   1. Explain the use of the PLC in safety circuits.
   2. Recognize and discuss the use of PLC systems in machine and process control. Differentiate between relay control and PLC control systems.
   3. Recognize and explain the integration of failsafe design practices.
   4. Recognize and explain the need for effective panel layouts, the use of wiring terminals, and the importance of preventative maintenance in industrial PLC systems.
   5. Apply NEC and NFPA standards to PLC circuits.
5. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, comprehend, and comply with safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Construct control circuits using electrical devices and laboratory PLC equipment. Predict and analyze the proper operation of PLC circuits. Troubleshoot and make wiring modifications, if necessary, to obtain the desired results of the control schematic.
   3. Evaluate the proper operation of the PLC program using programming software.
   4. Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC circuits from a narrative description.
   5. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 130 - Conventional Controls

1. Recognize and explain the operation of electrical control devices.
   1. Identify and describe the functionality of operator interface devices (e.g. pushbuttons, selector switches, etc.).
   2. Identify and describe the operation and the components of a control relay, contactor, and motor starter.
   3. Identify and describe the operation of common sensors used in industry (e.g. pressure switches, limit switches, proximity switches, temperature sensors, etc.). Differentiate between sensors and transducers used on industrial equipment.
   4. Differentiate between the normally open and normally closed states for pushbuttons, relays, and sensors.
   5. Identify and describe the operation of output devices (e.g. pilot lights, horns, heaters, etc.)
   6. Explain the operation of timers and counters in control circuits.
   7. Recognize and draw the schematic symbols for devices used in control circuits. Differentiate between different symbols, conventions, and terminology.
   8. Determine the proper wire size and color for use in electrical wiring circuits per NFPA standards.
   9. Explain the use and operation of disconnect switches and circuit breakers.
   10. Differentiate between various fuse types and sizes for different applications.
2. Recognize and explain the operation of fluid power devices.
   1. Identify and describe the operation of a solenoid.
   2. Identify and describe the operation of a two position valve, three position valve, manifold, and cylinder.
   3. Explain the operation and use of pressure regulators and flow control in fluid power applications.
   4. Recognize and draw the schematic symbols for devices used in fluid power circuits. Differentiate between different symbols, conventions, and terminology.
3. Analyze electrical control and fluid power circuits.
   1. Apply knowledge about electrical control and fluid power devices to their integration into a control circuit.
   2. Predict and discuss the proper operation of electrical control and fluid power circuits.
   3. Modify the design of control circuits to accomplish different tasks.
4. Relate knowledge about electrical devices to control systems.
   1. Explain the process of risk assessment and the safety components necessary to comply with safety requirements.
   2. Differentiate between open loop and closed loop systems. Explain the various forms of PID control and predict the response of the system to various changes in parameters.
   3. Recognize and discuss the use of PLC systems in machine and process control.
   4. Explain the transfer of data in an industrial application. Differentiate between different protocols and network systems.
   5. Recognize and explain the integration of failsafe design practices.
   6. Recognize and explain the need for effective panel layouts, the use of wiring terminals, and the importance of preventative maintenance in industrial control systems.
   7. Apply NEC and NFPA standards to control circuits.
5. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material
   1. State, comprehend, and comply with safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Construct circuits using electrical and pneumatic components on laboratory equipment. Predict and analyze the proper operation of electrical control and fluid power circuits. Troubleshoot and make wiring modifications, if necessary, to obtain the desired results of the control schematic.
   3. Measure electrical values of current, voltage, and resistance in circuits.
   4. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 134 - Transformers

1. Explain the theory of operation for transformers and identify primary components.
   1. Explain the principle of self-inductance and mutual-inductance and how it applies to transformers.
   2. Explain the concept of electromagnetism and how it is used to create a magnetic field in a transformer coil.
   3. Identify the primary components in transformers.
   4. Describe the basic operation of single phase transformers.
   5. Explain the basic operation of three phase transformers.
   6. Describe the generation of 3 phase power and differentiate between delta and wye connections.
   7. Explain the construction techniques for various types of transformers.
   8. Describe preventative maintenance procedures for transformers.
2. Apply the knowledge of transformer operation to perform calculations.
   1. Perform calculations to determine current, voltage, and turns ratio for single phase transformers.
   2. Perform calculations to determine current, voltage, and turns ratio for three phase transformers.
   3. Describe how to select a transformer for a given application.
   4. Develop circuit diagrams for the basic operation of various transformers.
   5. Interpret transformer nameplate data to determine expected values for a properly functioning transformer.
3. Differentiate between different types of transformers
   1. Describe the use and operation of power generation and distribution transformers.
   2. Explain the use and operation of control transformers.
   3. Describe the use and operation of reactors and isolation transformers.
   4. Explain the use and operation of autotransformers.
   5. Describe the use and operation of buck-boost transformers.
   6. Describe the use and operation of special transformers.
4. Apply knowledge of transformers to NEC requirements.
   1. State and comprehend safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Describe procedures for installing transformers and making transformer connections.
   3. Identify and explain NEC transformer requirements.
   4. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 136 - Grounding

1. Explain the characteristics of an effectively grounded and bonded system.
   1. Describe the purposes of grounding and bonding.
   2. Explain the intermittent problems and difficult to diagnose issues resulting from poor grounding practices.
   3. Identify the types of systems that cannot be grounded.
   4. Explain the requirements and methods used for grounding electrical equipment.
   5. Explain residential requirements and methods for grounding receptacles and running a grounding rod.
   6. Explain the requirements for grounding electrodes and grounding conductors.
   7. Describe methods for effective bonding in electrical applications.
   8. Explain the use, operation, and proper wiring procedure for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI).
2. Apply the knowledge of effective grounding and bonding.
   1. Perform calculations to determine the proper sizing of grounding conductors.
   2. Apply knowledge to the proper integration of surge and transient protection.
   3. Explain method of correctly shielding sensitive communication cables from noise and interference.
   4. Explain the hazards associated with lightning and describe methods of protection against lightning.
   5. Integrate grounding symbols and wiring connections for circuit diagrams used in industrial applications.
   6. Describe methods for determining an effectively grounded installation.
3. Apply knowledge of over-current protection to NEC and NFPA requirements.
   1. State and comprehend safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Identify and interpret NEC tables and applicable standards for grounding and bonding requirements in industrial applications.
   3. Identify and interpret NEC tables and applicable standards for grounding and bonding requirements in residential applications.
   4. Develop troubleshooting techniques for identifying and correcting grounding, bonding, and surge problems.

ET 140 - Motor Controls and Drives

1. Explain the operation of DC motors and generators.
   1. Identify the primary components of a DC motor and generator.
   2. Describe the basic operation of a DC motor and generator.
   3. Explain the concepts of torque, armature reaction, and CEMF.
   4. Apply knowledge of what compensating windings are, and why they are used.
   5. Describe the winding configurations for shunt, series, and compound wound DC motors.
   6. Interpret motor nameplate data.
   7. Perform calculations to determine speed regulation, horsepower, and efficiency for DC motors.
2. Explain the operation of AC motors and alternators.
   1. Identify the primary components of an AC motor and alternator.
   2. Describe the basic operation of an AC motor and alternator.
   3. Differentiate between revolving armature and revolving field alternators.
   4. Explain the generation of 3 phase power and differentiate between delta and wye connections.
   5. Explain how the rotating field of an AC motor is produced.
   6. Describe the wiring configurations for dual voltage AC motors.
   7. Differentiate between synchronous, wound round, and squirrel cage AC motors.
   8. Interpret motor nameplate data.
   9. Perform calculations to determine frequency, speed, starting current, and percent slip.
   10. Differentiate between different types of single phase AC motors.
3. Apply knowledge of basic control circuitry to motor applications.
   1. Identify the components of a motor starter and explain the operation of motor circuits.
   2. Utilize NEMA starter ratings to determine the correct size starter for an application.
   3. Integrate timing controls to properly sequence the starting of multiple motor loads.
   4. Integrate timing controls to properly sequence the stopping of multiple motor loads.
   5. Integrate forward and reversing motor starters to properly reverse the direction of a motor.
4. Apply knowledge of DC motors and electronic circuits to DC drive systems.
   1. Explain the firing operation of SCRs to provide armature control for a DC motor.
   2. Explain the process of field weakening to run a DC motor above base speed.
   3. Explain the process of Pulse Width Modulation to control a DC motor.
   4. Describe the method used for reversing a motor using a DC drive system.
   5. Describe how speed control is integrated into a DC drive system.
   6. Define the proper set-up and calibration procedures for a DC drive system.
5. Apply knowledge of AC motors and electronic circuits to AC drive systems.
   1. Explain the operation of Variable Frequency drives to control an AC motor.
   2. Describe the method used for reversing a motor using an AC drive system.
   3. Describe how speed control is integrated into an AC drive system.
   4. Define the methods required to adjust parameters in an AC drive system.
   5. Define the proper set-up and calibration procedures for an AC drive system.
   6. Describe how closed loop systems operate and explain the operation of common feedback devices.
   7. Explain the general operation of a servo system including main feedback loops and the integration of control signals.
6. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, comprehend, and comply with safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Demonstrate the ability to operate, set-up, and calibrate DC and AC drive systems.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot DC and AC drive systems.
   4. Demonstrate the ability to utilize meters to measure signals on DC and AC drive systems.
   5. Demonstrate the ability to utilize oscilloscopes to analyze waveforms on DC and AC drive systems.
   6. Demonstrate the ability to utilize programming tools to modify parameters in AC drive systems.
   7. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 162 - Industrial Robotics I

1. Demonstrate Robot basics.
   1. Understand and follow safety guidelines and demonstrate use of emergency-stops and servo lockouts.
   2. Properly power up robot controller and demonstrate fault recovery procedures.
   3. Place robot in following operating modes: automatic, low speed, and 100 percent manual mode.
2. Identify system components.
   1. Identify manipulator motors, resolvers, calibration marks, counterbalance devices, hard stops, brake release buttons, and end of arm tooling.
   2. Identify a robot controller’s computer and I/O modules, servo amps, motor relays, power supply.
   3. Demonstrate proper teach pendant’s enabling device, motion device, e-stop and teach pendant buttons.
   4. Demonstrate proper control panel emergency stop button, motors on/off indicators, key switch, fault reset button, and floppy drive.
   5. Use the calibration program to verify robot synchronization.
3. Operate the teach pendant functions.
   1. Use the teach pendant to safely manipulate the robot in a work cell.
   2. Energize and de-energize the robot motors.
   3. Locate and identify different teach pendant keys and their functions.
   4. Locate the origin for motors for jogging each type of coordinate system.
   5. Select various tool center points.
   6. Select between joint, base and tool coordinate systems.
   7. Access program instruction and test cycle menus.
   8. Select and test cycle programs to demonstrate program flow and the use of subroutines.
   9. Cycle the robot to taught positions.
   10. Cycle the robot through selected routines.
   11. Manipulate the program pointer and cursor.
   12. Interpret and respond to error codes.
   13. Identify the function of each component with a motion command.
   14. Identify the function of the most commonly used program instructions.
   15. Access input and output screens.
   16. Set and reset outputs to operate end-of arm-tooling.
   17. Recover from faults and prepare robot to run in automatic mode.
4. Perform programming functions
   1. Edit position date including motion types, position name, velocity, and accuracy.
   2. Edit and touch up existing programs and positions.
   3. Cut, edit, mark, paste, and delete lines of the program.
   4. Create, declare, and edit of routines of data types such as registers and robtargets.
   5. Alter if-then statements using optional argument key.
   6. Program subroutines for proper program flow.
   7. Program basic motion commands.
   8. Program the robot using proper motion techniques.
5. Demonstrate proper file utilities
   1. Upload programs from disk to the robot.
   2. Save programs from the robot to the floppy drive.

ET 164 - Robotics Electrical Service & Troubleshooting

1. Demonstrate robot basics.
   1. Follow safety guidelines and demonstrate use of emergency-stops and servo lockouts.
   2. Properly power up robot controller and demonstrate fault recovery procedures.
   3. Place robot in the following operating modes: automatic, low speed, and 100 percent manual modes.
2. Identify system components
   1. Identify manipulator motors, resolvers, calibration marks, counterbalance devices, hard stops, brake release buttons, and end-of-arm tooling.
   2. Identify robot controller and computer and I/O modules, servo amps, motor relays, power supply.
   3. Demonstrate proper teach pendant: enabling device, motion device, e-stop and teach pendant buttons.
   4. Demonstrate proper panel emergency stop button, motors on/off indicators, key switch, fault reset button, and floppy drive.
   5. Use the calibration program to verify robot synchronization.
3. Demonstrate understanding of Robotics circuits diagrams
   1. Understand theory of operation of the robot controller.
   2. Describe components in the robot controller.
   3. Explain principles of logical troubleshooting from power up through emergency stop loop and servo system.
   4. Describe input/output interfacing between the S4C+ robot controller and peripheral equipment.
   5. Operate the controller control panel and programming unit.
   6. Read and interpret robot circuit diagrams on the robot controller.
4. Perform troubleshooting techniques successfully
   1. Use safety precautions used while troubleshooting the robot controller electrical system.
   2. Set up commutation, resolver, counters, limit and sync switches.
   3. Analyze and interpret system fault codes.
   4. Diagnose and repair basic electrical faults.
   5. Analyze servo-system data and make basic adjustments.
   6. Diagnose and rectify emergency stop conditions.
   7. Make I/O connections to peripheral equipment and safety devices.
   8. Repair and replace systems components.
   9. Review “Cold-Boot” procedure.

ET 210 - Introduction to Electronics

1. Demonstrate an understanding of basic semiconductor devices.
   1. Explain how semiconductor material is formed.
   2. Recognize and draw schematic symbols for semiconductor devices.
   3. Explain electrical behavior within semiconductor devices.
   4. Demonstrate understanding of the effects of DC biasing on semiconductor devices.
   5. Interpret device data sheets to
      1. Identify physical shape (package outline) and lead placement.
      2. Determine maximum electrical ratings.
2. Apply knowledge of device function to electric circuits.
   1. Interpret schematic circuits using semiconductor devices.
   2. Explain function of device as it is used within an electric circuit.
   3. Analyze DC electric values including current, voltage, and power of semiconductor circuits.
   4. Determine circuit operation when semiconductor devices fail open or shorted.
   5. Identify functional blocks within a schematic circuit.
   6. Explain circuit’s ability to control current to a load using
      1. Open loop and closed loop techniques.
      2. Phase control.
3. Utilize test equipment in a lab environment to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, explain, and comply with safety precautions while using electrical equipment.
   2. Use hand held meters and oscilloscopes to test semiconductor devices.
   3. Use hand held meters and oscilloscopes to measure device and circuit operation.
   4. Safely use and accurately set power supplies and signal generators for circuit operation.
   5. Wire simple electric circuits to demonstrate component function.
   6. Practice ability to troubleshoot electric circuit and component failures.

ET 250 - Programmable Logic Controllers II - Siemens

1. Recognize and explain the operation of hardware in Siemens PLC system.
   1. Identify and describe the operation of the PLC input and output cards.
   2. Identify and describe the functions of the CPU in a PLC system.
   3. Identify and describe the operation of the power supply in a PLC system. Determine the proper sizing of a power supply to meet the power requirements of a PLC system
   4. Configure, connect, and utilize a PC to communicate with the PLC processor.
   5. Recognize and draw the schematic symbols for devices used in PLC circuits. Differentiate between different symbols, conventions, and terminology from wiring diagrams.
   6. Explain the procedures required to properly install a PLC system.
2. Recognize and explain the instruction set used in Siemens PLC system.
   1. Differentiate between data files and program files in a PLC.
   2. Describe a PLC scan including the order of operation and the scan time required to perform all tasks.
   3. Identify and describe the operation of basic logic elements in a PLC program.
   4. Identify and describe the operation of times and counters in a PLC program.
   5. Explain how program control elements allow the PLC to alter the normal execution of the PLC scan.
   6. Describe the use and operation of math functions for performing calculations on data in PLC programs.
   7. Differentiate between various forms of data manipulation techniques including the use of move instructions, shift registers, and file/word transfers.
   8. Identify and describe the use and operation of a one shot instruction.
   9. Differentiate between various data types.
   10. Differentiate between bit and word instructions and data.
3. Demonstrate the ability to configure and use programming software.
   1. Configure and utilize communication software to establish a connection between a PC and the PLC.
   2. Create, edit, save, download, and upload programs.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to make online program edits.
   4. Demonstrate the ability to view and modify and the contents of words in the data file.
   5. Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot PLC logic programs.
4. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, explain, and comply with safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Construct control circuits using electrical devices and laboratory PLC equipment. Predict and analyze the proper operation of PLC circuits. Troubleshoot and make wiring modifications, if necessary, to obtain the desired results of the control schematic.
   3. Evaluate the proper operation of the PLC program using programming software.
   4. Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC circuits from a narrative description.
   5. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 252 - Programmable Logic Controllers II - AB ControlLogix

1. Recognize and explain the operation of hardware in AB ControlLogix PLC system.
   1. Identify and describe the operation of the PLC input and output cards.
   2. Identify and describe the functions of the CPU in a PLC system.
   3. Identify and describe the operation of the power supply in a PLC system. Determine the proper sizing of a power supply to meet the power requirements of a PLC system.
   4. Configure, connect, and utilize a PC to communicate with the PLC processor.
   5. Describe the function of tags and explain how the tag is used to map to hardware on the PLC
   6. Recognize and draw the schematic symbols for devices used in PLC circuits. Differentiate between different symbols, conventions, and terminology from wiring diagrams.
   7. Explain the procedures required to properly install a PLC system.
2. Recognize and explain the instruction set used in AB ControlLogix PLC system.
   1. Differentiate between data files and program files in a PLC.
   2. Describe a PLC scan including the order of operation and the scan time required to perform all tasks.
   3. Identify and describe the operation of basic logic elements in a PLC program.
   4. Identify and describe the operation of timers and counters in a PLC program.
   5. Explain how program control elements allow the PLC to alter the normal execution of the PLC scan.
   6. Describe the use and operation of math functions for performing calculations on data in PLC programs.
   7. Differentiate between various forms of data manipulation techniques including the use of move instructions, shift registers, and file/word transfers.
   8. Identify and describe the use and operation of a one shot instruction.
   9. Differentiate between various data types.
   10. Differentiate between main program files and subroutines.
   11. Differentiate between bit and word instructions and data.
3. Demonstrate the ability to configure and use programming software.
   1. Configure and utilize RSLinx software to establish a connection between a PC and the PLC.
   2. Create, edit, save, download, and upload programs utilizing RSLogix.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to make online program edits.
   4. Demonstrate the ability to view and modify the contents of words in the data file.
   5. Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot PLC logic programs.
4. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, explain, and comply with safety precautions when working on electrical equipment.
   2. Construct control circuits using electrical devices and laboratory PLC equipment. Predict and analyze the proper operation of PLC circuits. Troubleshoot and make wiring modifications, if necessary, to obtain the desired results of the control schematic.
   3. Evaluate the proper operation of the PLC program using programming software.
   4. Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC circuits from a narrative description.
   5. Develop troubleshooting techniques.

ET 262 - Industrial Robotics II

1. Demonstrate robot basics.
   1. Follow safety guidelines and demonstrate use of emergency-stops and servo lockout.
   2. Properly power up robot controller and demonstrate fault recovery procedures.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to energize and de-energize the robot motors.
   4. Locate and identify different teach pendant keys and their functions.
   5. Place robot in the following operating modes: automatic, low speed, and 100 percent manual modes.
2. Perform robot manipulation functions.
   1. Understand and define a tool center point using the 4-point, 5-point, and 6-point methods.
   2. Define and use work objects.
   3. Create and use a user frame and an object frame.
   4. Define different acceleration and ramp speed rates.
   5. Demonstrate the ability to change the robot’s velocity, acceleration and deceleration speeds for smoother motion.
   6. Demonstrate the ability to use different commands in order to setup an interrupt, turn on or off an interrupt, trap errors, and trigger routines from I/O motion.
3. Perform programming functions.
   1. Use decision-making, register and math, and time instructions in a program.
   2. Use offsets for movement instructions.
   3. Use work objects for movement references.
   4. Edit position date including motion types, position name, velocity, and accuracy
   5. Create and edit existing programs and positions.
   6. Cut, edit, mark, paste, and delete lines of the program.
   7. Create, declare, and edit of routines of data types such as registers and robtargets.
   8. Program subroutines for proper program flow.
   9. Program advanced motion commands.
   10. Program the robot using proper motion techniques.
   11. Demonstrate the ability to distinguish and create different data types and data tables.
   12. Define and understand the programming techniques for data arrays for error messages and positions.
   13. Use the robot controller service port to transfer files between the robot controller and a computer, understand syntax of offline programs and I/O, and edit and reload programs offline.
4. Demonstrate advanced robot control.
   1. Define different error handling methods and how to use them.
   2. Understand the instructions that are used with error handling and how they will affect program flow.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to use the different instructions in order to setup an error handling routine.
   4. Understand and define different world zones, limit motion, and set digital outputs using world zones.
   5. Explain and solve wrist configuration and singularity problems during program execution.
   6. Set teach pendant programmable keys.

ET 280 - Industrial Troubleshooting

1. Demonstrate the ability to collect data.
   1. Gain experience in setting up and testing a computer network.
   2. Establish communications between all connected devices on a computer network.
   3. Use data acquisition software and hardware to collect data from a physical system.
2. Demonstrate the ability to analyze data.
   1. Use data acquisition software and hardware to analyze data from a physical system.
3. Explain methods used to identify problems on industrial equipment.
   1. Explain methods used to recognize a problem exists on industrial equipment.
   2. Explain methods used to identify the source of a problem by using various problem solving techniques.
   3. Identify the tools required to troubleshoot specific problems on industrial equipment.
4. Explain methods used to resolve the problems found on industrial equipment.
   1. Identify the tools required to troubleshoot specific problems on industrial equipment.
   2. Explain methods used to resolve problems on industrial equipment.
5. Conduct laboratory experiments to reinforce lecture material.
   1. State, comprehend, and comply with safety precautions when working on industrial equipment.
   2. Demonstrate the ability to recognize a problem exists on industrial equipment.
   3. Demonstrate the ability to identify the source of a problem by using problem solving techniques.
   4. Demonstrate the ability to select the proper tools required to troubleshoot industrial equipment.
   5. Demonstrate the ability to resolve problems on industrial equipment.
   6. Demonstrate the ability to effectively troubleshoot hardware, software, and mechanical problems on PLC systems.

SKET 162 - Industrial Robotics I

1. Demonstrate Robot basics.
   1. Understand and follow safety guidelines and demonstrate use of emergency-stops and servo lockouts.
   2. Properly power up robot controller and demonstrate fault recovery procedures.
   3. Place robot in following operating modes: automatic, low speed, and 100 percent manual mode.
2. Identify system components.
   1. Identify manipulator motors, resolvers, calibration marks, counterbalance devices, hard stops, brake release buttons, and end of arm tooling.
   2. Identify a robot controller’s computer and I/O modules, servo amps, motor relays, power supply.
   3. Demonstrate proper teach pendant’s enabling device, motion device, e-stop and teach pendant buttons.
   4. Demonstrate proper control panel emergency stop button, motors on/off indicators, key switch, fault reset button, and floppy drive.
   5. Use the calibration program to verify robot synchronization.
3. Operate the teach pendant functions.
   1. Use the teach pendant to safely manipulate the robot in a work cell.
   2. Energize and de-energize the robot motors.
   3. Locate and identify different teach pendant keys and their functions.
   4. Locate the origin for motors for jogging each type of coordinate system.
   5. Select various tool center points.
   6. Select between joint, base and tool coordinate systems.
   7. Access program instruction and test cycle menus.
   8. Select and test cycle programs to demonstrate program flow and the use of subroutines.
   9. Cycle the robot to taught positions.
   10. Cycle the robot through selected routines.
   11. Manipulate the program pointer and cursor.
   12. Interpret and respond to error codes.
   13. Identify the function of each component with a motion command.
   14. Identify the function of the most commonly used program instructions.
   15. Access input and output screens.
   16. Set and reset outputs to operate end-of arm-tooling.
   17. Recover from faults and prepare robot to run in automatic mode.
4. Perform programming functions
   1. Edit position date including motion types, position name, velocity, and accuracy.
   2. Edit and touch up existing programs and positions.
   3. Cut, edit, mark, paste, and delete lines of the program.
   4. Create, declare, and edit of routines of data types such as registers and robtargets.
   5. Alter if-then statements using optional argument key.
   6. Program subroutines for proper program flow.
   7. Program basic motion commands.
   8. Program the robot using proper motion techniques.
5. Demonstrate proper file utilities
   1. Upload programs from disk to the robot.
   2. Save programs from the robot to the floppy drive.

SKET 164 - Robotics Electrical Service & Troubleshooting

1. Demonstrate robot basics.
   1. Follow safety guidelines and demonstrate use of emergency-stops and servo lockouts.
   2. Properly power up robot controller and demonstrate fault recovery procedures.
   3. Place robot in the following operating modes: automatic, low speed, and 100 percent manual modes.
2. Identify system components
   1. Identify manipulator motors, resolvers, calibration marks, counterbalance devices, hard stops, brake release buttons, and end-of-arm tooling.
   2. Identify robot controller and computer and I/O modules, servo amps, motor relays, power supply.
   3. Demonstrate proper teach pendant: enabling device, motion device, e-stop and teach pendant buttons.
   4. Demonstrate proper panel emergency stop button, motors on/off indicators, key switch, fault reset button, and floppy drive.
   5. Use the calibration program to verify robot synchronization.
3. Demonstrate understanding of Robotics circuits diagrams
   1. Understand theory of operation of the robot controller.
   2. Describe components in the robot controller.
   3. Explain principles of logical troubleshooting from power up through emergency stop loop and servo system.
   4. Describe input/output interfacing between the S4C+ robot controller and peripheral equipment.
   5. Operate the controller control panel and programming unit.
   6. Read and interpret robot circuit diagrams on the robot controller.
4. Perform troubleshooting techniques successfully
   1. Use safety precautions used while troubleshooting the robot controller electrical system.
   2. Set up commutation, resolver, counters, limit and sync switches.
   3. Analyze and interpret system fault codes.
   4. Diagnose and repair basic electrical faults.
   5. Analyze servo-system data and make basic adjustments.
   6. Diagnose and rectify emergency stop conditions.
   7. Make I/O connections to peripheral equipment and safety devices.
   8. Repair and replace systems components.
   9. Review “Cold-Boot” procedure.

EET 235 - Electrical Circuits

1. Understand electrical safety.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of basic electrical safety techniques
2. Make electrical measurements.
   1. Measure ac and dc current and voltage
   2. Measure electrical resistance
   3. Determine electrical continuity
3. Understand basic electrical circuits.
   1. Analyze ac and dc series, parallel, combined series-parallel and bridge circuits
   2. Fabricate ac and dc series, parallel, combined series-parallel and bridge circuits
   3. Troubleshoot ac and dc series, parallel, combined series-parallel and bridge circuits
4. Understand transformer and electric motor principles.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of single phase and three phase transformers
   2. Demonstrate an understanding of dc motors
   3. Demonstrate an understanding of single phase and three phase ac motors
5. Outcome 5 Understand the electrical control of machines.
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of proper wire size and color
   2. Demonstrate an understanding of electrical position sensors
   3. Demonstrate an understanding of basic electrical control devices: switch, timer, electromechanical relay, solid-state relay, contactor and motor starter
   4. Demonstrate an understanding of the programmable control of machines
   5. Demonstrate an understanding of electrical machine control wiring diagrams

EET 290-299 - Special Projects in Electronic Engineering Technology

EM 180 - Digital Cinematography for Film

1. Distinguish different filming and lighting styles of films and other media to develop an understanding of the visual language of film.
   1. Study and discuss cinematographers and their unique styles. Identify different visual styles and how they contribute to storytelling in film.
   2. Discuss how camera movement influences the narrative of film.
2. Use various techniques to translate a written story into a workable shooting schedule by organizing and breaking down visual concepts.
   1. Identify the visual aspects of a screenplay or Audio/Visual script and create sketches organized into a storyboard.
   2. Break down storyboard and other elements into a working shot list, translated into a shooting schedule to create an organized production plan.
3. Demonstrate ability in the use of cameras and associated support systems to capture visual concepts originating from storyboards. Understand and execute the use of natural and artificial light to create the appropriate look for a film.
   1. Learn how different types of cameras (such as video, DSLRs and use of 35mm adapters) influence cinematography.
   2. Demonstrate the use of different camera support systems in relation to handheld techniques, sliders, jibs and tripods.
   3. Identify and use multiple lighting techniques that add to the overall aesthetic of the film.
4. Demonstrate the basics of simple editing techniques and color grading using non-linear editors.
   1. Utilize basic editing and color grading to put the final touches on the visual look of a narrative film.
   2. Gain experience with specific software such as Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects as they relate to film.

EM 280 - Digital Film Capstone

1. Study professional film productions and demonstrate the ability to critically examine director styles and production techniques.
   1. Develop film aesthetics.
   2. Present and discuss critical analysis of professionally produced film productions.
   3. Identify production styles and techniques that could be emulated to enhance team produced student productions.
2. Develop teamwork and interpersonal communication skills on a professional level.
   1. Coordinate efforts with team members to organize and maximize the various abilities of the team’s members.
   2. Apply professional communication skills to determine the pre-production needs for selected digital film productions.
3. Identify digital film productions to be produced and meet with producers/directors to ascertain unique and specific pre-production, production and post-production needs.
   1. Identify media products necessary to meet producer/director needs in the most effective and appropriate way.
   2. Determine timeline and deadlines for individual elements to be completed.
4. Design production plan for each facet of overall digital films to be produced.
   1. Create a unified media concept for implementation in all facets of the project.
   2. Determine continuity of media elements and individuals who will be given specific assignments to coincide with predetermined timeline.
5. Apply skills in each individual production position within the team to effectively meet the specific needs of the selected digital film production.
   1. Apply knowledge to achieve specific and quantifiable results.
   2. Coordinate with team members to achieve continuity in each facet of the project.
6. Deliver final product to producers/directors and instructor for evaluation and presentation.
   1. Complete all elements of production for execution and delivery.
   2. Submit final product for evaluation and presentation.

EM 290-299 - Special Projects in Electronic Media

EMB 140 - Electronic Media History

1. Demonstrate an understanding of Electronic Media’s history and its present.
   1. Identify historical broadcast personalities, i.e., inventors, entrepreneurs, on-air talent, regulators, etc.
   2. Identify the various broadcasting landmarks in the areas of technology, business and regulation.
   3. Summarize the issues that have significantly confronted the profession from the beginning and how they were addressed.
   4. Characterize trends, i.e., programmatic, organizational, industrial, etc.
   5. Understand the accumulated decisions and responses made in our past and its influence on today’s Electronic Media.
   6. Project the future, i.e., ownership, delivery systems and pricing, by understanding past practices.

EMB 141W - Fundamentals of Audio Production

1. Acquire basic understanding of audio acquisition theory and become familiar with basic methods and terminology of recording and editing audio.
   1. Demonstrate basics of audio composition and acquisition utilizing digital audio recorders, microphones, and other recording devices.
   2. Identify a variety of media files and formats and describe differences, uses and application within the context of different types of audio productions.
2. Demonstrate ability in basic audio production techniques.
   1. Demonstrate basic understanding of audio construction techniques and aesthetics.
   2. Demonstrate the creative use of software based digital signal processors.
   3. Apply techniques to successfully complete audio lab and project works.
   4. Properly manage and archive audio sessions and files.
3. Acquire knowledge of basic audio producing skills, including production planning methods and scripting.
   1. Use scripting techniques for a variety of formats including news, feature, non-commercial and commercial productions.
   2. Apply production planning techniques, incorporating outlines, scripts and timeliness.

EMB 151 - Media Production I

1. Demonstrate understanding of video or audio media acquisition.
   1. Demonstrate basics of visual composition and acquisition utilizing digital video cameras, microphones and other recording devices.
   2. Identify a variety of media files and formats and describe differences, uses, and application within the context of media productions.
2. Demonstrate basic methods of editing video multimedia.
   1. Edit materials within the camera and/or using the software.
   2. Identify a variety of media files and formats and describe differences, uses, and application within the context of media productions.
3. Demonstrate ability in basic video production techniques or visual literacy.
   1. Demonstrate basic video camera operation and media production methods.
   2. Comprehend visual literacy through proper shot composition and framing.
   3. Apply techniques to successfully complete video lab and project works.
4. Use basic producing skills.
   1. Use scripting techniques in a variety of formats.
   2. Apply production-planning techniques, incorporating outlines, scripts, storyboards & timeliness.

EMB 152 - Studio Productions

1. Demonstrate basic understanding of television studio operations.
   1. Become familiar with basic methods and terminology of productions created within the controlled environments of television studios.
   2. Demonstrate basics of visual composition and acquisition utilizing studio cameras, microphones, and recording devices.
   3. Identify the various personnel positions and comprehend the responsibilities of those positions, which comprise a studio production crew.
2. Demonstrate ability in basic studio based audio and video production techniques.
   1. Demonstrate standard 3-camera, studio based television production methods.
   2. Operate standard equipment located and utilized within audio and video studios.
   3. Demonstrate basic positions, responsibilities, and terminology to function as crew team members in audio/video productions.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of basic producing skills.
   1. Use scripting techniques in a variety of formats.
   2. Apply production planning techniques, incorporating outlines, scripts, storyboards and timeliness.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of basic television set design.
   1. Design sets and lighting plots for various in-studio television productions.
   2. Create workable sets for use in laboratory studio productions.
   3. Apply principles of 3-point and other advanced lighting techniques to properly illuminate sets and talent for laboratory studio productions.

EMB 153 - Broadcast Performance

1. Demonstrate evidence of proficiency in on-air performance skills.
   1. Apply professional voice usage.
   2. Practice script reading, i.e., commercial announcement, newscast, etc.
   3. Give examples of nonverbal communication (body language).
   4. Employ television and radio equipment as it relates to performing.
   5. Select television costuming (dress) and make-up.
   6. Experiment with the effectiveness of studio lighting with on-air personalities.
   7. Evaluate on-camera movement.
   8. Rate program timing and queuing.
   9. List interviewing and demonstrating skills.
   10. Demonstrate the use of memorization, cue cards and telecues.

EMB 154 - Peripheral Multimedia Applications

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the history and development of computer operating systems, their purpose and functions.
   1. Comprehend and identify primary individuals and companies involved in the development of the major computer operating systems, non-linear editing and graphical applications.
   2. Identify significant benchmarks in the development of the major computer operating systems, non-linear editing and graphical applications.
2. Comprehends uses, operation of, interface navigation and file structure hierarchies within the Macintosh OSX operating system.
   1. Experience through hands-on operation, the user interface of the Macintosh OSX operating system.
   2. Navigate the root level user interface and execute the movement, manipulation and assignment of assorted media files within the Macintosh OSX operating system.
3. Comprehends integration of advanced electronic media applications within the Macintosh OSX operating system.
   1. Utilizes the Macintosh OSX operating system in the operation and configuration of advanced multimedia applications including non-linear editing, digital media creation and graphical design.
4. Comprehend the various uses of secondary multimedia applications as they apply to non-linear digital video editing.
   1. Identify the different types of peripheral multimedia applications that may be used to enhance a non-linear digital video project.
   2. Examine the proper use of secondary multimedia applications and comprehend how they may be used to enhance a non-linear digital video production.
5. Comprehend how, when properly used, peripheral multimedia applications can improve the aural and visual aesthetics of a non-linear digital video production.
   1. Examine digital video productions completed with and without peripheral multimedia applications.
   2. Identify the differences between digital video productions completed with and without peripheral multimedia applications.

EMB 155 - Media Production II

1. Comprehend and apply basic digital video camera operation and non-linear video and audio editing techniques.
   1. Perform video and audio editing nonlinear systems, specifically Apple computers and Final Cut Pro software.
   2. Build upon basic aesthetic editing techniques and styles developed in EMB 151 .
   3. Utilize digital video cameras in media acquisition for non-linear editing projects.
2. Combine technique and technology to integrate various media elements in productions and determine appropriate use of those elements in producing finished projects.
   1. Identify audience needs and creative means of using audio and video production to communicate.
   2. Demonstrate practical differences and uses of various media formats.
3. Increase proficiency, comprehension, and ability in producing media projects.
   1. Produce numerous digital projects utilizing multiple media sources.

EMB 161 - Podcasting, Online, and Mobile Media

1. Acquire basic understanding of audio/video podcasting and other alternative multimedia delivery systems.
   1. Identify professional quality podcasts and the production methods used in creating them.
   2. Comprehend the role podcasting and other multimedia delivery systems play in presenting digital content to users.
2. Comprehend uses and operation of podcast creation software and media compression applications.
   1. Identify various applications used to create and enhance audio and video podcast media.
3. Demonstrate ability to create audio and video podcasts, mobile media, and related content for specific purposes.
   1. Demonstrate ability to prepare audio, video and multimedia files for use in podcasts and other forms of alternative, mobile and online delivery systems.
   2. Experience through hands-on operation, creation of audio and video podcasts using various software tools.

EMB 175W - Genres in Film History

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the history and development of early film styles, shooting and editing techniques by influential individuals in the medium.
   1. Examine historical and influential films, cinematographers and directors.
   2. Identify groundbreaking techniques in shooting, editing and presentation.
2. Comprehend how early cinema, techniques, styles and individuals influence modern and popular film making, television and the internet.
   1. Examine modern and popular films, cinematographers and directors and identify any influences from historical cinema.
   2. Identify any new or groundbreaking styles or techniques developed through new technologies.
3. Demonstrate the ability to critically examine major film genres, director styles and production techniques through in class discussions and written essays.
   1. Present and discuss critical analysis of early films, style, technique and directors.
   2. Present and discuss critical analysis of modern and popular films, style, technique and directors.

EMB 211W - Writing for Broadcast & New Media

1. Understand specialized writing styles for Radio, TV, Cable, New Media and Corporate/Non-Profit production.
   1. Demonstrate knowledge of writing styles appropriate for Radio, TV, Cable, New Media and Corporate/Non-Profit
   2. Apply writing style for Radio, TV, Cable, New Media and Corporate/Non-Profit production.
2. Understand specialized writing styles for journalism, advertising, promotions and public relations.
   1. Write news scripts for broadcast based on examples and discussions in class.
   2. Write advertising scripts for broadcast based on examples and discussions in class.
   3. Write public service announcement scripts for broadcast based on examples and discussions in class.
   4. Write press releases that would be submitted to broadcast journalists.
   5. Write speech scripts that theoretically would be used during a media event such as a press conference. This would include use of the “sound bite.”
3. Comprehend real-world expectations of Radio, TV, Cable, New Media and Corporate/Non-Profit writer.
   1. Participate in a discussion with a real-world professional in the mass media business.
   2. Write about the experience and detail the expectations of a ‘writer’ in that organization.

EMB 227 - Broadcast Sales

1. Describe and successfully perform the selling process specifically in areas unique to broadcasting and cable.
   1. Repeat sales theory.
   2. Define how sales fits into overall marketing.
   3. List the advantages and disadvantages of selling the various mediums, i.e., newspapers, radio, television, cable, etc.
   4. Label the types of selling, i.e., stimulus response selling, formula selling, needs satisfaction, etc.
   5. Recognize the tactics and strategies of selling.
   6. Suggest positioning.
   7. Summarizing prospecting, qualifying (listening and analyzing the potential customer), researching and targeting.
   8. Compare presenting and servicing.
   9. Interpret ratings, i.e., share, gross rating points, gross impressions, cume, frequency, reach, etc.
   10. Identify the similarities and differences of predominate ratings companies, i.e., ARB, Willhight, Nielsen, etc.
   11. Prepare examples of rate card structure, contract conditions, maximizing revenue (pricing, packaging and inventory control).
   12. Construct individual sales efforts from goal setting and planning through evaluation.
   13. Examine the factors that motivate a media buyer to purchase broadcast airtime.

EMB 229W - Minorities and Media

1. Demonstrate an understanding of gender and ethnic issues impacting media coverage and representations.
   1. Identify stereotypes of women and minorities which are present in our society.
   2. Comtemplate the individual and societal consequences of media representations.
2. Demonstrate the ability to recognize gender and ethnic misrepresentations in the media.
   1. Critically examine the mass media for evidence of women and minority misrepresentation.
   2. Utilize a semiotic approach to deconstructing the utilization of women and minorities in mass media messages.
3. Demonstrate the ability to critique media coverage and representations.
   1. Contribute to analysis of the mass media by seeking out and presenting materials to the class which depict gender and/or minority stereotypes.
   2. Synthesize ideologies, regarding women and minorities, which are present in local mass media messages.
4. Utilize writing to promote learning of all outcomes and objectives.

EMB 252 - Studio Productions II

1. Demonstrate advanced lighting techniques as it relates to a variety of studio environments and situations.
   1. Design and construct creative lighting environments for optimal visual appeal for studio and related broadcasts.
2. Employ digital media elements into broadcast switcher to enhance television studio productions.
   1. Arrange and assemble digital and graphic components for generation during live and related studio productions.
3. As a producer, organize a live television production incorporating professional industry standards.
   1. Evaluate the necessary medium requirements for a live production and execute a professional calendar and schedule.
4. As a director, prepare and employ advanced switching techniques associated with a studio television broadcast.
   1. Design a plan to generate a live television production utilizing progressive switching proficiency and creativity.