College of DuPage

Course Description: First semester of a two-semester sequence dealing with the structure and function of the human body and mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis within it. Includes the study of cells, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Course is intended to be an alternative to ANAT 1571; credit toward graduation will be granted for ANAT 1551 or ANAT 1571, but not for both. BIOLO 1151 is strongly recommended. ** Note ** This course, taken after Spring 2017, will NOT count towards the Life Science requirement in the AA, AS, AFA or AAT degrees. (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours) Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course Description: First semester of a two-semester sequence dealing with the structure and function of the human body and mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis within it. Includes the study of cells, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Course is intended to be an alternative to ANAT 1571; credit toward graduation will be granted for ANAT 1551 or ANAT 1571, but not for both. BIOLO 1151 is strongly recommended. ** Note ** This course, taken after Spring 2017, will NOT count towards the Life Science requirement in the AA, AS, AFA or AAT degrees. (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours) Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course Description: Continuation of the study of the structure and function of the human body and the mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis within it. The endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems, as well as the concepts of development, metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance, and acid-base balance are included. Course is intended to be an alternative to ANAT 1572; credit toward graduation will be granted for ANAT 1552 or ANAT 1572 but not for both. (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours) Prerequisite: ANAT 1551 or ANAT 1571, with a grade of C or better. Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course Description: An interdisciplinary study of the environment investigating how nature works and how things are interconnected. Based on an understanding of ecological concepts and principles, students examine lifestyle issues and critically analyze the relationship among population, natural resources, land use, agriculture, biodiversity, industrialization and pollution. Environmental problems are examined from scientific, ethical, economic and sociological perspectives to enable students to understand the relevance of biology to contemporary issues in human society. (3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course Description: Introduces beginning ESL communication skills, including listening, speaking, reading and writing. Grammar concepts introduced. Emphasis continues on aural/oral skills. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This course can only be taken on a pass/fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Introduces beginning ESL communication skills, including listening, speaking, reading and writing. Grammar concepts introduced. Emphasis continues on aural/oral skills. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This course can only be taken on a pass/fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Continues Beginning ESL communication skills including expanded basic listening, speaking, reading and writing. Continues the study of grammar and structure. Emphasis primarily on aural/oral skills. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This course can only be taken on a pass fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Continues Beginning ESL communication skills including expanded basic listening, speaking, reading and writing. Continues the study of grammar and structure. Emphasis primarily on aural/oral skills. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This course can only be taken on a pass fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Introduces Intermediate ESL communication skills necessary to function in the U.S. including listening, speaking, reading and writing. Continues the study of grammar and structure. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This class can only be taken on a pass/fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Introduces Intermediate ESL communication skills necessary to function in the U.S. including listening, speaking, reading and writing. Continues the study of grammar and structure. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This class can only be taken on a pass/fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Completes Intermediate ESL communication skills necessary to function in the U.S. including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Continues the study of grammar and structure. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This class can only be taken on a pass/fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Completes Intermediate ESL communication skills necessary to function in the U.S. including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Continues the study of grammar and structure. This course may be taken four times for credit; course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable. This class can only be taken on a pass/fail basis. (1 to 6 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course Description: Introduces key concepts in rhetoric and writing, including situation and context, audience, genre, purpose, and persuasion. Students apply these concepts in writing projects that demonstrate how reading and writing are embedded in multi-faceted academic, personal, social, political, and/or professional purposes. These writing projects unfold through a deliberate process of inquiry, feedback, and revision. (3 lecture hours) Prerequisite: ENGLI 0492 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or ENGLI 0493 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or ELS 0553 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or appropriate writing placement category, or co-requisite of ENGLI 0493 (must be enrolled in linked section taught by the same instructor - these are defined pairs). Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course Description: Introduces key concepts in rhetoric and writing, including situation and context, audience, genre, purpose, and persuasion. Students apply these concepts in writing projects that demonstrate how reading and writing are embedded in multi-faceted academic, personal, social, political, and/or professional purposes. These writing projects unfold through a deliberate process of inquiry, feedback, and revision. (3 lecture hours) Prerequisite: ENGLI 0492 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or ENGLI 0493 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or ELS 0553 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or appropriate writing placement category, or co-requisite of ENGLI 0493 (must be enrolled in linked section taught by the same instructor - these are defined pairs). Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course Description: Builds upon the rhetoric, reading, and writing concepts introduced in English Composition I by having students compose inquiry-driven research projects. In their research process, students find and select the most appropriate sources to address research questions that are intended for a discourse community. Students integrate sources meaningfully for support and present their findings via the forms of media and genre that suit the project's objectives. (3 lecture hours) Prerequisite: ENGLI 1101 with a grade of C or better.

Course Description: Students will continue to learn the fundamentals of caring for patients in medical and traumatic emergencies. Students will also complete clinical rotations. Emphasis is placed on development of assessment practices and the integration of appropriate treatment modalities. (6 lecture hours, 12 clinical hours) Prerequisite: FIRE 2279 with a grade of B or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: Students will gain theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential to the practice of health care workers who assist nurses in providing person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. Training includes simulated practice and opportunity for clinical application to learn basic nurse assistant competencies. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Regulations. Successful completion is required for application to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency written certification exam. NOTE: ALL students must have a valid social security number, meet health requirements, and pass a fingerprint criminal background check. (3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 clinical hours) Prerequisite: Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session. Course requires Reading Placement Category One. Minimum age of 16 due to Illinois state law.

Course Description: An introduction to the questions and methods of philosophy. Topics may include free will and determinism, personal identity, the mind-body problem, artificial intelligence, causation and laws of nature, knowledge and skepticism, ethics and value theory, happiness, beauty, the nature and meaning of art, democracy, God, miracles, and more. Readings will be taken from both historical and contemporary authors. (3 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course Description: An introduction to the concepts and theories necessary for a scientific understanding of our social world. Topics include sociological research, culture and socialization, social deviance, stratification and inequality (social class, race/ethnicity, and sex/gender), and social institutions (family, education, religion, and the economy). (3 lecture hours) Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One.