College of Southern Idaho Catalog 2009-2010
Sign Language Course Descriptions
SIGL 100 2.00 Cr Hrs
Introduction to Interpreter Field Available: fall
This information class introduces students (signers and non-signers), consumers of interpreting services, and informally trained working interpreters to (1) basic philosophy, historical perspectives, principles, and terminology related to the interpreting process; (2) ethical considerations; (3) rights, roles, and responsibilities of all individuals involved in the communication process, and (4) the growth and development of sign language interpreting as a profession. Signing experience is recommended but not required. Required for majors.
SIGL 101 4.00 Cr Hrs
American Sign Language 1 Available: fall
This course creates a visual-gestural environment to introduce to ASL grammal and vocabulary without presenting English equivalents. Includes readiness activities, monitoring culturally appropriate use of eyes and face, critical to conversational skills, and individual feedback. Emphasis is on receptive skill development.
SIGL 102 4.00 Cr Hrs
American Sign Language 2 Available: spring
This coursework continues instruction in ASL and focuses on expanding receptive skills, accuracy, and fluency of receptive skills and demonstration of culturally appropriate behaviors without English equivalents. Signers with experience must interview with instructor for placement. Required for Majors. Prerequisites: SIGL 101 with a "C" or better. Corequisite: SIGL 102L.
SIGL 111 3.00 Cr Hrs
Introduction to Hearing Science Available: fall
This information course presents an overview of the physical conditions of sound, hearing, impairment, assistive devices, and assessment of hearing that impact the function of children and adults. This course is a recommended elective for those exploring education, audiology, and/or speech/language pathology. Some biologyexperience is helpful. Required for majors.
SIGL 200I 2.00 Cr Hrs
Sign Language Independent Study Available: fall, spring, summer
Students must confer with the instructor and plan for semester-long study/skill-development, mentorship, or research related to a particular area of interest. Each credit hour is equivalent to 45 hours of work on a project. The request form for this project must be completed and approved by the instructor, department chair, and the Vice-President of Instruction, then filed in the Admissions and Records office. Prerequisite: Enrolled as a Sign Language Studies major or instructor's permission.
SIGL 201 4.00 Cr Hrs
American Sign Language 3 Available: fall
This course, a continuation of SIGL 102/SIGL 102L, is taught in the target language. Greater emphasis is placed upon mastery of the linguistic principles of ASL in student generated conversations and monologues. Social opportunities and culutral information will expand student awareness of the relationships between language and culture. Required for majors. Prerequisite: SIGL 102/SIGL102L with a "C" or better and instructor's permission Corequisite: SIGL 201L.
SIGL 202 4.00 Cr Hrs
American Sign Language 4 Available: spring
This course is a continuation of SIGL 201/SIGL 201L presented in the target language. Instruction is designed to 1) expand student responsibility for assigned and incidental vocabulary; 2) refine culturally appropriate clarifying behaviors and non-manual signals; 3) promote initiative for self-generated material in social interactions; and 4) expand formats of dialogues and monologues. Required for majors. Prerequisite: SIGL 201/SIGL 201L with a "C" or better and instructor's permission.
SIGL 203 2.00 Cr Hrs
Figerspelling And Numbers Available: fall
This course addresses skill-building and the culturally appropriate use of both the manual alphabet and numbering system. The focus is on whole word and phase recognition common in signed conversations. Videotaping and feedback are necessary components or instruction. Reguired for majors. Prerequisites: SIGL 101. or instructor's permission.
SIGL 204 2.00 Cr Hrs
Signing Seminar Available: spring
This course introduces students to (1) basic philosophy, historical perspectives, principles, and terminology related to the interpreting field; (2) ethical considerations; (3) rights, roles, and responsibilities of all individuals invovled in the communication process; (4) various sign systems; (5) the growth and development of sign language interpreting as a profession. Required for majors. Prerequisites: Sigl 101 or instructor's permission.
SIGL 210 3.00 Cr Hrs
Support Systems for Signers Available: spring
This course is designed for students in transition from completion of the program to employment and/or continuing education. Course concepts include effective interpersonal skills, the exploration of self management resources, and strategies for becoming interdependent. Readings and small-group discussions address the needs of students to build confidence and personal awareness in a bi-cultural and cross-cultural environment outside the classroom. Required for majors. Prerequisites: SIGL 201/SIGL 201L and/or instructor's permission.
SIGL 213 3.00 Cr Hrs
Creative Sign Language Available: spring
This performance-based course introduces sign language students to "enhanced" forms of signing, beyond conversation. Features of ASL are integrated with common forms of literature performed in public settings toward common settings of performing in the community. Stimulus materials include pantomime a storytelling, poetry, and songs of deaf and hearing artists. Prerequisites: SIGL 201/SIGL 201L with a "C" or better, COMM 101, THEA 111, and SIGH 202/SIGL 202L.
SIGL 220 3.00 Cr Hrs
Deaf Culture and Community Available: spring
This course examines the works of prominent people and events that support the history and evolution of Deaf Culture. Comparisons are drawn from broader, parallel, fundamental studies on language and culture. Materials that emphasize current issues relating to language study and minority group dynamics. This course will also address (1) dynamics within family groups and/ or educational institutions; (2) cross-cultural issues; and (3) the structure and development of the deaf community. Recommend completion of ENGL 090/ENGL 101. Required for majors. Prerequisites: SIGL 101, PSYC 101 or SOCY 102; or instructor approval.
SIGL P150 1.00 Cr Hr
Sign Language 1
The course introduces the non-signer, non professional to survival communication with signs. It combines the vocabulary and features of American Sign Language (ASL) with English word order. This common form of social communication between deaf and hearing adults is known as Pidgin Signed English (PSE).
SIGL P151 1.00 Cr Hr
Sign Language 2
For survival signers, this is a continuation of SIGL P150, a course where some formal and/or informal and/or informal exposure to manual communication is expected. Activities will include additional visual-gestural readiness, expanded receptive and expressive vocabulary, and introductory information of the American Deaf Culture and communities. Not for specialized vocabulary needs of persons in professional or para-professional settings.
SIGL P152 1.00 Cr Hr
Sign Language 3
This self-contained short course is a continuation of SIGL P151 and can also meet the needs of the experienced social signer with activities for expressive and receptive fluency, expanded vocabulary, and information to increase awareness and sensitivity to the local deaf community. Not for specialized vocabulary needs of persons in professional or para-professional settings.
Social Science Course Descriptions
SOCS 199 1-3 Cr Hrs
Social Science Workshop
This class is a Social Science workshop course which may not transfer to another institution. This course is repeatable for a total of 9 credit hours.
SOCS 200I 6.00 Cr Hrs
Social Science Independent Study
This is a term-long project. Students should make arrangements with instructors in their field of interest.
Social Work Course Descriptions
SOCW 201 3.00 Cr Hrs
Intro Social Work/Social Welfare
This course is a survey fo the field of social welfare, history of the development of social services in Europe and the United States, analysis of the need for social service in contemporary American society, social work functions, and career opportunities. Prerequisite: SOCY 101 or PSYC 101 or permission of instructor.
SOCW 211 2.00 Cr Hrs
Preparing for Foster Care Available: fall, spring, summer
This course provides the knowledge and skills needed for foster/adoptive parents to collaborate with social workers and other professionals in the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare to advance the needs of foster/adoptive children and their families. Permission of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and the instructor are required.
SOCW 272 3.00 Cr Hrs
Human Behavior & Social Environment
This course is an exploration of present theories and knowledge of social systems effects on human development, behavior, health, and well-being. The social system perspective will be emphasized to explore human behavior within families, groups, organizations, communities, and society. Theories will be analyzed relative to a variety of social issues including, class, ethnicity, race, and gender.
SOCW 296 1.00 Cr Hr
Field Experience Social Work
This is an in-agency experience involving observation and participation in the delivery of social services. Agency assignments will be made by the instructor. Corequisite: SOCW 241.
Sociology Course Descriptions
SOCY 101 3.00 Cr Hrs
Introduction to Sociology
This course presents the basic concepts, principles, and processes in socialogy along with an introduction to material relating to culture, social interaction, institutions, and social change.
SOCY 102 3.00 Cr Hrs
Social Problems
This course examines some of the primary forms of deviance and social disorganization which face our society at the present time. It emphasizes the problems which face American society in particular, including crime, alcoholism, problems of the elderly, racial prejudice, over urbanization and others. In the discussion of a specific problem, there will be an attempt to examine basic causes, ultimate effects on both individual and society, and possible solutions.
SOCY 238 3.00 Cr Hrs
Race & Ethnic Relations
This course examines ethnic, racial, and other minority groups from both an historical and contemporary social perspective. It reviews theories concerning prejudice and discrimination, patterns of minority relations, and future relationship patterns in the United States.
SOCY 240 3.00 Cr Hrs
Marriage & Family Living
This is an introductory course which focuses upon activities which lead to marriage, the nature of role interaction in marriage, marital conflict and adjustment, child rearing, and processes of family interaction.
SOCY 278 3.00 Cr Hrs
Mexican American Tradition & Cultur
This course provides an exploration of Mexican traditions and culture. It explores the history and sociology of the Mexican-American people including their impact on contemporary American language, customs, and beliefs.
Spanish Course Descriptions
SPAN 101 4.00 Cr Hrs
Elementary Spanish 1 Available: fall, spring
The focus in class is on using Spanish to exchange real-life information and ideas, and on the functional grammar and vocabulary to accomplish this. The class will realize this focus through the four traditional skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It will also include an introduction to Hispanic culture. Beginners and students with fewer than two years of high school Spanish should register for this course.
SPAN 102 4.00 Cr Hrs
Elementary Spanish 2 Available: fall, spring
This course is a continuation of SPAN 101, with increasing emphasis on students' ability to use the language in practical situations. Prerequisite: SPAN 101, two years of high school Spanish, or permission of the instructor.
SPAN 103 1.00 Cr Hr
Spanish 101 Practice class
This course is for students who wish to enhance oral fluency. It is not a help class. Students can expect to spend one day a week in class practicing speaking Spanish with a partner. Topics will corelate with the Spanish 101-102 text book. P/F based on attendance, not performance. May be repeated once for 2 accumulated credit hours.
SPAN 199 1-3 Cr Hrs
Spanish Workshop
This course is a workshop that may or may not transfer to another institution.
SPAN 200I 1-3 Cr Hrs
Spanish Independent Study Available: fall, spring, summer
This is a semester-long project. Each credit hour is equivalent to 45 hours of work on a project. Students should make arrangements with the instructor in their field of interest. The request form for this project must be filled out and filed in the Records Office.
SPAN 201 4.00 Cr Hrs
Intermediate Spanish 1 Available: fall, spring
This course is an expanded reinforcement of the first two terms, concentrating on developing greater oral proficiency and reading skills, with some composition. Students will have the opportunity to increase Spanish proficiency in real-world terms. Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or three years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
SPAN 202 4.00 Cr Hrs
Intermediate Spanish 2 Available: spring
This course is the culminating course in the Spanish sequence. Students are expected to be able to use increasingly complex levels of Spanish. This course will include substantive reading, discussion, composition, and grammar, with many opportunities to practice the subjunctive mood. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or permission of the instructor.
SPAN 203 4.00 Cr Hrs
Spanish for Spanish Speakers
This course is for native and other accomplished Spanish speakers who have had little formal training. Advanced vocabulary and standard Spanish usage will be emphasized. The course is designed to add depth and richness to the language skills of the Spanish speaker and deeper awareness of Latino cultures. Does not take the place of Spanish 201, but may replace 202.
SPAN P110 2.00 Cr Hrs
Beginning Spanish
This course includes pronunciation, vocabulary study, reading, exercise in spoken Spanish, and functional grammar. This is an introductory course in the professional studies Spanish sequence.
SPAN P112 2.00 Cr Hrs
Spanish Lang Culture for Teachers 1
This course includes pronunciation, vocabulary study, reading, exercise in spoken Spanish, and functional grammar. It is designed to provide basic proficiency in Spanish communications for teachers.
Study Skills Course Descriptions
STUS 015 1.00 Cr Hr
Basic Study Methods
A study methods course for students who have limited basic skills. Discussions deal time and personal management, textbook study, listening, memory and note taking, examination skills, and library usage. Designed for students with low reading skills.
STUS 101 2.00 Cr Hrs
College Study Methods
This course is designed to develop the study methods of college students. Emphasis is placed on learning organized study techniques, examination skills, note-taking procedures, and comprehension of reading material. Also, students will learn basic research and computer skills.
STUS 199 6.00 Cr Hrs
Study Skills Workshop
This course is applied to any of the study skills areas and is indicative of a workshop course that may not transfer to another institution.
Surgical Technology Course Descriptions
SURT 101 2.00 Cr Hrs
Surgical Concepts
This course is an independent study of: the profession of the surgical technologist, the surgical patient, law and ethics involved in medicine and the operating room specifically, environmental hazards associated with working in the operating room environment and a study of the hospital adminstration system and chain of command. The student will begin a course of study in microbiology and nosocomial infections, wound healing and the immune system, and an introduction to anesthesia. PRE-REQUISITES: Curent CPR card or Phye 150.
SURT 105 4.00 Cr Hrs
Surgical Techniques
Study and practice designed to enable the student to become skilled in assisting with perioperative surgical care of all patients including special populations. The course of study includes sterilization and disinfection, aseptic technique, case planning, transporting surgical patients, care of and selection of surgical instruments, sponges, drains and surgical techniques. The students will learn care of surgical specimen, sutures, prepping, positioning and draping surgical patients, lasers, robotics, and diagnostic procedures. PRE-REQUISITES: Current CPR certification/acceptance into program.
SURT 108 2.00 Cr Hrs
Clinical Practicum 1 Available: fall
Course focuses on continuing surgical theory. Course provides study of special problems that correlate with the individual needs of students during clinical practice. Students will begin to work in clinical settings with a designated preceptor and they will focus on beginning surgical skills, instrumentation, and aseptic technique this semester. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in SURT 101 and SURT 105. Prerequisites: Admission to program, current CPR card, and current enrollment in SURT 101 and SURT 105.
SURT 110 2.00 Cr Hrs
Leadership Skills for Surgical Tech Available: spring
Course enhances the surgical technology program with interactive instruction on Leadership skills, Professional management, self management, group dynamics, teamwork, professionalism, communication, critical thinking, employability skills, and scope of practice. Prerequistes: SURT 101, SURT 108, SURT 110, BIOL 127, and ALLH 101.
SURT 115 4.00 Cr Hrs
Clinical Practicum 2 Available: spring
Course focuses on continuing surgical theory. It provides study of special problems that correlate with the individual needs of students during clinical practice. Students begin to work more independently in the operating room and utilize critical thinking skills during this semester. Pre-requisites: SURT 101, SURT 105, SURT 108, ALLH 101, Biol127 with a grade of 70% or higher.
SURT 150 2.00 Cr Hrs
Surgical Anatomy & Physiology
The study of anatomy, physiology, and pathology as it applies to the surgical patient. The course teaches anatomy starting with embryology and includes common surgical anatomy and physiology. Prerequisites: ALLH 101 and BIOL 127 or instructor permission.
SURT 160 3.00 Cr Hrs
General Surgical Procedures
This course includes an introduction to surgical procedures and follows with (1) diagnostic procedures; (2) general surgical procedures; (3) gastrointestinal surgical procedures; (4) obstetric and gynecological surgical procedures; (5) genitourinary surgical procedures; (6) ear, nose, throat, oral surgery; (7) ophthalmic surgical procedures; (8) plastic surgical procedures; (9) orthopedic surgical procedures; (10) neuro surgical procedures; (11) thoracic surgical procedures; and (12) cardiovascular and peripheral vascular surgical procedures. Each of the areas of study will include a description, common procedures, surgical anatomy of the area in study, the common instrumentation and sutures used, and common medications used.
SURT 201 2.00 Cr Hrs
Pharmacology For The Surgical Tech
Pharmacology and anesthesia are stressed with emphasis on side effects and drug reactions as well as emergency measures used to counteract these reactions.
SURT 285 6.00 Cr Hrs
Surgical Technique Practicum
This course focuses on continuing surgical theory. It provide study of special problems that correlate with the individual needs of students during clinical practice and preparation to write the national certification examination. Clinical supervised practice is an integral part of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
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