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2011-2012 Catalog & Student Handbook

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2011-2012 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Guide to Course Abbreviations

College-level Credit Courses

Courses numbered 1100-4399 are college-level credit courses. A credit course is a part of an approved educational program or major. The credit awarded by Midland College for completion of most courses is accepted as a completion of a portion of an appropriate educational sequence leading to a Certificate, Associate Degree, or Baccalaureate Degree. The second number in the four-digit sequence represents the number of semester credit hours (SCH) awarded for a particular course. For example, COMM 1307 is a 3 semester credit hour course in Communication, and ACNT 2401 is a 4 semester credit hour course in Accounting.

Developmental Education Courses

Courses numbered 0100-0399 are offered for credit but do not count toward completion of a program or major. These are designed for students who score lower than college-level on English, Math, and Reading placement exams. For each student who fails to meet passing standards on placement exams, Midland College has established a program to advise the student and determine a plan regarding the sequence of development education courses necessary to assure the readiness of that student in performing freshman-level academic course work.

Key to Course Codes

Some subjects may have more than one course code.

Course Descriptions

Numbers in parentheses identify the number of classroom and lab hours per week. For example, (3-2) indicates three hours in the classroom plus two hours in the lab.

When present, a third number indicates clinical, practicum or internship hours.

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Sociology
	SOCI 1306 - Social Problems 3 Hours (3-0) In “Social Problems” sociological concepts are applied to current social issues such as family and community disorganization and crime and delinquency. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SOCI 2301 - Marriage and the Family 3 Hours (3-0) In this course sociological analysis is applied to human relationships pertaining to the varied aspects of courtship, mate selection and marital adjustment, and to the problem of adjustment in each stage of the life cycle. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SOCI 2306 - Human Sexuality 3 Hours (3-0) “Human Sexuality” includes units relating to the biological, psychological, social and cultural aspects of sexuality. Also PSYC 2306 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	SOCI 2319 - American Minorities 3 Hours (3-0) “American Minorities” is a sociological analysis of minority- majority group relations, past and present. It examines the causes and consequences of prejudice and discrimination and ways of combating them; it emphasizes the effects of social inequality of race and ethnicity. The sociological significance and historic contributions of the principal minority groups are presented. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SOCI 2320 - Minority Issues 3 Hours (3-0) “Minority Issues” examines current minority group issues and problems associated with the policies and programs of public and private agencies that impact the family, education, religion, politics and the economy. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SOCI 2326 - Social Psychology 3 Hours (3-0) “Social Psychology” is the study of how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of individuals are influenced by the actual, imagined, and implied presence of others. Also PSYC 2319 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	SOCI 2340 - Drugs and Society 3 Hours (3-0) The study of the use and abuse of drugs in today’s society, emphasizing the sociological context in association with the physiological and phycological features. Examines the social and cultural factors that impact the addition process. Explores the effects of substance abuse on social institutions (Family, Education, Religion, Economics, Government, Health Care and Sports), as well as society’s responses in the areas of prevention and rehabilitation. Click here for course scheduling information.
Speech
	SPCH 1144 - Speech Communication 1 Hour (0-3) A course designed to enable students to participate in speech communication activities and research. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 1145 - Speech Communication 1 Hour (0-3) A course designed to enable students to participate in speech communication activities and research. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to practice speech communication in interpersonal, small group, and public communication situations and to apply the concepts of communication theory. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to research, compose, organize, and deliver speeches for various purposes and occasions with emphasis on listener analysis and informative and persuasive techniques. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to analyze and practice person-to-person communication with focus on the development, maintenance, and termination of relationships. Oral presentations and listening skills are emphasized and developed. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Speaking 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to apply the skills of speech communication as they relate to business and professional situations. Practice in public presentations, organizational and small group settings, interviewing, and leadership techniques are emphasized. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 1342 - Voice and Diction 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to study the physiology and mechanics of effective voice production with practice in articulation, pronunciation, enunciation, and practical use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Recommended for students studying English as a Second Language. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2144 - Speech Communication 1 Hour (0-3) A course designed to enable students to participate in speech communication activities and research. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2145 - Speech Communication 1 Hour (0-3) A course designed to enable students to participate in speech communication activities and research. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2289 - Academic Cooperative 2 Hours (2-2) An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of speech communication. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2301 - Introduction to Technology and Human Communication 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of emerging interactive communication technologies and their influence on human communication, including interpersonal, group decision-making, and public and private communication contexts. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2316 - Interviewing 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable the student to apply communication concepts in selected interview settings with emphasis on dyadic communication, questioning techniques, interview structure, and persuasion. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2333 - Discussion and Small Group Communication 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to apply discussion and small group theories and techniques as they relate to group processes and interaction. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2335 - Argumentation and Debate 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to study the principles of argumentation and debate. Practice in briefing, evidence, and refutation. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2341 - Oral Interpretation 3 Hours (3-0) A course designed to enable students to practice techniques of analyzing and interpreting literature through preparation and presentation of various literary forms. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SPCH 2389 - Academic Cooperative 3 Hours (3-3) An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of speech communication. Click here for course scheduling information.
Veterinary Technology
	VTHT 1160 - Clinical I - Veterinary Technician 1 Hour (0-6) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical profession. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Corequisites: VTHT 2213 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1161 - Clinical II - Veterinary Technician 1 Hour (0-6) Continuation of a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct super vision is provided by the clinical profession. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1160 and VTHT 2213 Corequisites: VTHT 2201 and VTHT 2325 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1205 - Veterinary Medical Terminology 2 Hours (2-0) Introduction to word parts, directional terminology, and analysis of common veterinary terms. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1209 - Veterinary Nutrition 2 Hours (2-0) Fundamentals of energy and non-energy producing nutrients and their sources and functions. Integration of concepts including digestion, absorption, and metabolism with application to normal and therapeutic nutritional needs. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1225 - Pharmacological Calculations 2 Hours (1-2) Skill development in calculating oral and parental drug dosages. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Must pass THEA Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1301 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology 3 Hours (3-2) Survey of the profession of veterinary technology with emphasis on basic techniques, handling and care of animals, and ethical and professional requirements. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1317 - Veterinary Office Management 3 Hours (2-2) Practical experience in management of the veterinary practice. Emphasis on client relations, record keeping, inventory, employment skills, and computer skills in the veterinary environment. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Must be TSI complete. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1345 - Veterinary Radiology 3 Hours (2-3) Presentation of theory and principles and practical application of radiology within the field of veterinary medicine. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1160 , VTHT 1161 , VTHT 1413 , VTHT 2201 , VTHT 2213 , VTHT 2325 . Corequisites: VTHT 2260. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1349 - Veterinary Pharmacology 3 Hours (3-0) Fundamentals of pharmacology including recognition, calculation, labeling, packaging, and administration of common veterinary drugs, biologics, and therapeutic agents. Discussion of normal and abnormal responses to these agents. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Must pass THEA, CHEM 1405 and VTHT 1225 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1413 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology 4 Hours (3-3) Gross anatomy of domestic animals including physiological explanations of how each organ system functions. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 1441 - Anesthesia and Surgical Assistance 4 Hours (3-4) In-depth application of surgical, obstetrical, and anesthesia techniques including identification and use of instruments and equipment. This is a required course and can only be taken during the final semester before graduating. Must pass TSI. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Corequisites: VTHT 2161 . Course fee. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2160 - Clinical III - Veterinary Technician 1 Hour (0-6) Continuation of a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical profession. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1160 and VTHT 1161 . Corequisites: VTHT 1345 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2161 - Clinical IV - Veterinary Technician 1 Hour (0-6) Continuation of a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical profession. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1160 , VTHT 1161 and VTHT 2160 . Corequisites: VTHT 2439 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2201 - Canine and Feline Clinical Management 2 Hours (1-4) Survey of feeding, common management practices, and care of canines and felines in a clinical setting. Review of common diseases of canines and felines encountered in the practice of veterinary medicine. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1160 , and VTHT 1317 . Corequisites: VTHT 1161 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2213 - Lab Animal Clinical Management 2 Hours (1-3) Survey of feeding, common management practices, and care of laboratory animals in a clinical setting. Review of common diseases of laboratory animals encountered in the practice of veterinary medicine. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Corequisites: VTHT 1160 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2271 - License Preparation 2 Hours (2-0) Review of the Veterinary Technology Curriculum in preparation for students/graduates to take the National and Texas State board exams. Prerequisites: Permission of director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2323 - Veterinary Clinical Pathology I 3 Hours (2-4) In-depth study of hematology and related chemistries with emphasis on lab procedures. Prerequisites: Permission from director, CHEM 1405 , BIOL 2421 , VTHT 1205 and VTHT 2201 , VTHT 2213 , VTHT 2325 , VTHT 2421 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2325 - Large Animal Assisting Techniques 3 Hours (3-4) Study of basic restraint and proper management, treatment, and medication techniques for farm animals. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1160 . Corequisites: VTHT 1161 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2366 - Practicum 3 Hours (0-25) Practical general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid. Prerequisites: Permission of director. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Course fee. Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2421 - Veterinary Parasitology 4 Hours (3-3) Study of parasites common to domestic animals including zoonotic diseases. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1205 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2435 - Advanced Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology 4 Hours (3-3) Continuation of anatomy of domestic animals including physiological explanations of the functioning of each system. Prerequisites: Permission from director, VTHT 1205 and VTHT 1413 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	VTHT 2439 - Veterinary Nursing Care 4 Hours (3-4) A capstone course requiring integration of course work in the field of veterinary technology. The student must demonstrate competencies expected of an entry level registered veterinary technician. This is a required course and can only be taken during the final semester before graduating. Prerequisites: Permission from director. Corequisites: VTHT 2161 . Course fee. Click here for course scheduling information.
Welding Technology
	MCHN 1320 - Precision Tools and Measurement 3 Hours (3-0) An introduction to the modern science of dimensional metrology. Emphasis on the identification, selection, and application of various types of precision instruments associated with the machining trade. Practice of basic layout and piece part measurements while using standard measuring tools. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1391 - Special Topics in Welding Technology 3 Hours (3-0) Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1437 - Introduction to Metallurgy 4 Hours (3-2) A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability, and ductility. Safe use of Metallurgy and Chemical equipment. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1521 - Introduction to Welding Fundamentals 5 Hours (3-6) An introduction to the fundamentals of equipment used in oxy-acetylene welding (OFW-A) and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), including welding and cutting safety, basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting, basic arc welding processes and basic metallurgy. The student will demonstrate safety procedures associated with equipment; and identify ferrous and nonferrous metals. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1525 - Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding (OFW) and Cutting (OFC) 5 Hour (3-6) An introduction to OFW and OFC, including history and future in welding, safety, setup and maintenance of OFW and OFC equipment and supplies. The student will describe or explain OFW and OFC safety procedures and identify and classify fuels and filler metals. The student will perform entry-level OFW and OFC operations and select proper equipment and materials. Corequisites: WLDG 1521 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1530 - Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) 5 Hours (3-6) A study of the principles of GMAW setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. The student will describe welding positions with various joint designs on plate; describe safety rules and equipment used; describe the effects of welding parameters in GMAW; and understand safety rules, equipment used, and testing performed by visual inspection. Student will weld various types of structural material and diagnose welding problems and perform visual inspections. Corequisites: WLDG 1521 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1534 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) 5 Hours (3-6) An introduction to the principles of GTAW, setup/use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions and joint designs. The student will describe various joint designs; describe safety rules and equipment; and describe the effects of welding parameters in GTAW; and will weld various structural materials. Prerequisites: WLDG 1521 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1553 - Intermediate Layout and Fabrication 5 Hours (3-6) A course which covers design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications. The student will identify auxiliary views and calculate steel and pipe dimensions using layout tools and construction templates. The student will identify fittings, weldments, templates, and tools; and interpret orthographic and isometric drawings. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 1557 - Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 5 Hours (3-6) A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all test positions. The student will identify principles of arc welding; describe SMAW operations of fillet and groove joints; explain heat treatments of low alloy steels; and explain weld size and profiles. The student will prepare test plates; perform fillet welds in the overhead position; perform Air Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC-A), weld removal; perform bevel groove welds with backing plates in various positions; and demonstrate safe use of tools and equipment. Corequisites: WLDG 1521 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2331 - Advanced Blueprint Interpretation and Cost Analysis 3 Hours (3-0) An advanced course on interpretation, and blueprint reading with emphasis placed on inspection, cost analysis, and estimating, including instruction in basic drafting skills. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2380 - Cooperative Work Experience 3 Hours (1-0-20) The student will be exposed to the application of career-related activities encountered in the Welding area of specialization. The student is required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week in a paid job in a welding trades cooperative position under the supervision of the college and training sponsor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2381 - Cooperative Work Experience 3 Hours (1-0-20) The student will be exposed to the application of career-related activities encountered in the Welding area of specialization. The student is required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week in a paid job in a welding trades cooperative position under the supervision of the college and training sponsor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2506 - Intermediate Pipe Welding 5 Hours (3-6) A comprehensive course on the welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. The student will describe equipment and required pipe preparation. The student will perform 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G welds using various electrodes. Capstone course. Prerequisites: WLDG 2543 Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2535 - Advanced Layout and Fabrication 5 Hours (3-6) A continuation of the Intermediate Layout and Fabrication course which covers production and fabrication of layout tools and processes. Emphasis on application of fabrication and layout skills. The student will apply appropriate techniques of fabrication; design welding projects; prepare drawings and produce templates. The student will apply layout offsets; take offs; bills of materials; and apply mathematical concepts in the construction of projects. Safety will be stressed. Prerequisites: WLDG 1553 and WLDG 1557 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2543 - Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 5 Hours (3-6) Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in SMAW processes on open V-groove joints in all positions. The student will describe effects of preheating and postweld heating; explain precautions used when welding various metals and alloys; distinguish between qualification and certification procedures; and discuss problems of welding discontinuities. The student will perform open groove welds with mild steel and low alloy electrodes in all positions. Safety will be stressed. Prerequisites: WLDG 1557 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2547 - Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) 5 Hours (3-6) Advanced topics in GMAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions on plate and pipe with .035, .045 and innershield wire with various shielding gases. The student will exhibit expertise in various welding positions on pipe; describe safety rules and equipment used; and describe the effects of welding parameters in GMAW. The student will weld various joint designs and diagnose welding problems and perform visual inspection. Prerequisites: WLDG 1530 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2551 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) 5 Hours (3-6) Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. The student will exhibit expertise in various welding positions; describe safety rules and equipment used; and describe the effects of welding parameters in GTAW. The student will weld various joint designs; diagnose welding problems; and perform visual inspection. Prerequisites: WLDG 1534 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	WLDG 2553 - Advanced Pipe Welding 5 Hours (3-6) Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Topics include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes. Capstone course. Prerequisites: WLDG 2543 Click here for course scheduling information.

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