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Click on the name of an online course offered at American Community College to view the detailed information; you can also find out about the college or university offering the course by clicking on "School's Profile". |
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Hazardous Materials Transportation (GM281) |
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This courses is a study of the packaging, transportation, and delivery of hazardous materials. Course topics include container, vehicular, storage, mode, onload/offload, and other considerations associated with hazardous materials transportation. |
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Hazardous Waste and Public Law (GM280) |
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This course addresses the public laws and regulations associated with hazardous waste management. Course topics include major environmental laws that focus on hazardous waste, environmental auditing, and, industrial wastewater regulations, among others. |
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Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (GM283) |
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This course is a study of waste accumulation, storage and disposal options, pollution prevention, remediation and cleanup, underground storage tank management, and chemical life-cycle tracking. Some basic chemistry is covered as well as physical chemical treatment for neutralization, oxidation-reduction, metals removal, and hazardous materials destruction. Filtration, ion exchange, and reverse osmosis are discussed. Chemical feed systems, sludge handling, and dewatering are also presented. |
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Health Services Organization (GM270) |
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Healthcare |
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American Community College |
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This course examines Health Service Administration, primarily The Structuring Policies of Federal, State, and Local Organizations. GM270 reveals the framework of the United States Healthcare System; the organization and administration of health services; the roles of international, federal, state, and local health organizations; and the barriers to health services delivery. |
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Health Services Resident Care (GM271) |
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Healthcare |
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This course will provide the student with the background and tools necessary to understand the requirements for operating long-term care facilities, most notable hospitals, hospices, psychiatric hospitals and rest homes. Special attention will be given to the unique needs of the patient population, insurance coverage and the continued funding needed to operate such facilities. |
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History and Popular Culture (HS216) |
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This course will trace the rise of popular culture in 20th Century American history. We will discuss the emergence of new media and industries including movies, recorded music, radio, and television. We will also explore the impact of automobiles and mass production on American life. |
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History of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (CJ188) |
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This is a dynamic and information packed introduction to the fascinating history of incendiaries and explosives. Included is a short study of the origins of modern-day Bomb Disposal and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Teams and their evolving techniques. We examine areas and ideas from the ancient mystique of ?Greek Fire? and the inventions of gunpowder and high explosives, up to modern-day nuclear reactions and Weapons of Mass Destruction. The course provides an in-depth understanding, and appreciation, of the history and background of the science and mechanics applied to explosive technologies, and provides for a better understanding of the men and women who work to safe the unexploded hazards. |
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History of Music I (HM237) |
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This class will cover the development of music in the Western tradition, from the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans; through the development of Gregorian chant and polyphony in the Middle Ages; the burst of sacred and secular music in the Renaissance, in all of its national forms; to the introduction of opera and instrumental music of the Baroque era; and ending with the amazing contributions of Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel. Roughly, this covers a period of nearly 2500 years, from 700 B.C. to 1750 A.D. Music for voice, single instruments, and ensembles provide an infinite variety of musical forms and expressions for mankind?s delight and devotional duties. There will be an emphasis on important composers and their works in relation to their society and culture. |
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History of Music II (HM238) |
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This course is an introductory survey of Western music, from the time of Mozart to the present. Composers studied include Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Verdi, Wagner, Debussy, Stravinsky, Penderecki, and Philip Glass, among others. |
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History of Special Operations (MH450) |
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This course provides a history of special operations, to include special operations definition, employment, force structure, missions, case analyses, and contemporary outlook. |
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History of the American Indian (HS215) |
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As the foundation for subsequent work in American history, this course surveys American Indian history from the before Columbus to the present. While doing so, it emphasizes the American Indians? political, economic, and social development, the emergence of the principles that guided them into the 21st century, the evolution of its institutions, and the causes and consequences of its principal wars. Course requirements also help develop your ability to analyze and assess a historical argument and increase your skill in the written presentation of your own historical interpretations. |
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History of the U.S. Marine Corps (MH308) |
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The history of the United States Marine Corps from its inception in Revolutionary times to its employment in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm and the most recent operations in Iraq. An analysis of the constant search for new missions.
This course has been evaluated by the American Council on Education. Credit Recommendation - at the upper level/baccalaureate degree level 3 semester hours in History. |
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Hotel and Restaurant Purchasing (GM256) |
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This course is the study of the principles and techniques of purchasing both food and non-food supplies applicable to the food industry. Purchasing ethics are discussed in addition to specifications for all items. |
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Human Relations (GM101) |
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This course is designed to provide basic principles from the behavioral sciences that apply to establishing positive relationships among individuals in the work setting. Through readings, critical thinking/ problem solving, writing, role-playing, and case studies, students will develop basic human relations skills essential to effectively functioning in the modern workplace. These skills are applicable to relations with co-workers, supervisors, subordinate workers and customers. The student will be presented with basic concepts for interpersonal relations, including individual differences, communications, group/team activities, cultural relations, leadership, mentoring, customer satisfaction and ethics. This knowledge will then be applied in their analysis of case studies, scenarios, and problem solving exercises in order to develop interpersonal skills that can be used in actual work situations. |
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Human Sexuality (SS210) |
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This course is an overview of the biological, psychological, cultural, and behavioral aspects of human sexuality and family life. The overall theme of the course focuses on attitudes and responsible sexual behavior. Key topics covered include how culture, society, and history have impacted our understanding of human sexuality. |
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Infant and Toddler Programs (PY101) |
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This course examines the fundamentals of infant and toddler development, including planning and implementing programs in group care. The content emphasizes meeting physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs as well as scheduling, preparing age-appropriate activities, health and safety policies, record keeping, and reporting to parents. |
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Infant-Toddler Development (PY377) |
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This course is an examination of the behavior and development of children, and the topics cover issues of care throughout the periods of infancy and toddlerhood, with special consideration of bases of support for provision of effective care. |
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Intercultural Communication (GM239) |
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Develops interpersonal, group, and presentational communication skills that are applicable in personal and professional cross-cultural relationships. Focuses on differences in values, message systems, and communication rules. |
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Interior Design (GM273) |
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This course is a focus on the housing needs of families, to include selection and arrangement of furnishings. The course emphasis includes study of human values, needs, and resources as they pertain to housing function and interior design. Students will study the design principles of planning and furnishing a home. |
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Intermediate Terrorism (IS201) |
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This course of instruction will explore in greater depth and detail, what the international terrorist is trying to accomplish and why as well as the mechanisms of domestic international terrorism. We will analyze the mission of key member agencies on the ?War on Terrorism?; evaluate their contributions and determine ways they may work more synergistically. We shall examine the ideological basis and characteristics of three (3) international terrorist organizations. We will differentiate and compare the recruiting and financial support mechanisms of various international terrorist organizations, and evaluate their relative strengths and weaknesses. Describe the role of the electronic media. Are they part of the problem or part of the solution? |
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