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EDS-120 Safety & Prevention Methods
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will provide a solid foundation for practicing safe work practices and identifying risks for the purposes of prevention. Students will learn Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations associated with this industry and safe work practices from the American Public Power Association Safety Manual. Students will also gain an awareness of hazards associated with electrical distribution systems, environmental safety, and health issues. This course will give students preparation for the exams and certifications associated with OSHA 10, CPR/First Aid, and Flagger. These are required certifications within the utility industry.
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EDS-150 Equipment Operation
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will allow students to learn operation of industry related equipment used in the construction and maintenance of electrical distribution systems. Students will utilize auger/digger and bucket trucks, backhoe, trenching equipment, and hydraulic systems. Students will also learn equipment inspection and maintenance schedules, grounding practices, equipment capacity, and hands-on operation of each item. Prerequisite(s): EDS 100 .
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EDS-151 Commercial Driver License
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will give students preparation for the written exam to obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with specified endorsements. Students must be able to maintain a driving record that is eligible for Missouri Class A CDL, 2; obtain a complete and current medical examination and, successfully pass drug screen(s). Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission Corequisite(s): EDS 152
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EDS-152 Commercial Driver License Lab
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 9
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will give students preparation for the driving exam to obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with specified endorsements. Students must be able to maintain a driving record that is eligible for Missouri Class A CDL, 2; obtain a complete and current medical examination and, successfully pass drug screen(s). Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission Corequisite(s): EDS 151
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EDS-160 Pole Climbing Skills
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course introduces students to the proper and safe methods of wood pole climbing. Students must master climbing wood pole structures safely and conduct work practices associated with the electrical utility industry. Upon completion of this course, students will successfully demonstrate two methods of climbing and be able to identify hazards of climbing. Corequisite(s): EDS 100 .
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EDS-170 Overhead Power Distribution
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will give students a working knowledge of utility service line construction including pole framing, types of construction by sight and definition, and materials used in overhead power distribution. Students will demonstrate knowledge in ground and aerial situations including installation, repair, and removal of poles and related electrical utility equipment through aspects of 12,500; 14,400; and 34,500 volt construction. Prerequisite(s): EDS 100 , EDS 120 .
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EDS-200 Electrical Distribution II
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course continues an overview of electrical distribution systems in use. The course will focus on operations, power conversion, quality issues, structures, and equipment used across multiple utilities. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EDS 100 .
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EDS-237 Transformer Theory
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will allow students to gain an in-depth knowledge of transformer theory and installation. Single-phase and three-phase configurations with different types of connections will be included. Other topics include: over voltage and over current protection, equipment grounding, cutout protection, proper cover-up techniques, lightning arrestor application and installation, basic troubleshooting practices, and current and potential transformers use and safety. Prerequisite(s): Grade of”C” or better in EDS 100 , EDS 160 .
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EDS-246 Service Installation & Metering
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will allow students to gain extensive knowledge of single and three-phase watt-hour meters, meter locations, and the different types of copper and aluminum conductors. Students will also gain practical experience in the sizing, proper connection types, installation, stringing, sagging, dead-ending, and splicing of overhead and underground service conductors. Students will be exposed to meter loops and poles, instrument metering, temporary metering, compression sleeves, and related connectors and tools. Students will also deepen focus on theft deterrent measures, identification of safe work practices including proper grounding techniques, and prevention of hazards. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EDS 100 , EDS 160 .
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EDS-250 Gloving & Live Line Procedure
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
The student will obtain basic discipline in the methods of working on energized lines with rubber gloves and rubber sleeves from an insulated aerial platform in a safe and efficient manner. The student will be exposed to the care and well-being of soft and hard shell rubber goods and their application. The student will also receive instruction on personal protective equipment, hot-line tools, liveline maintenance and will also review the safe operation of aerial platforms and grounding practices. Additionally, the student will gain working knowledge of URD systems. The student will receive practical experience in primary and secondary cables, installation of 200 and 600 amp elbows, splices, lightening arrestors and overhead terminations. The installation of single- and three-phase padmount transformers will also be covered. The requirements of shoring and sloping of trenches required by the safe work practices will be discussed. Troubleshooting of primary and secondary cable fault locating and associated safe work practices and procedures may be covered. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EDS 170
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EDS-260 Distribution Systems Maint.
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will give students a working knowledge of systems maintenance including commonly used equipment, poles, overhead and underground distribution lines; meter, transformer, and conductor maintenance, preventative and predictive maintenance; expected life cycle and failure points; shop maintenance; work order resolution; inventory and system logging. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EDS 170 , EDS 200 , EDS 237 , EDS 246 ,
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EDS-270 Underground Power Dist.
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will give students a working knowledge of the different types of underground distribution systems, able to identify the types of cable used in underground distribution, describe proper cable installation procedures, demonstrate proper cable preparation techniques using manufacturers specifications for splicing and terminating cable, list safe work procedures and demonstrate the proper techniques for isolation and grounding underground cable sections. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EDS 100 , EDS 120 .
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EDS-272 Fusing, Substations & Voltage
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will familiarize students with the different types and methods of system coordination, substations, capacitors, voltage regulators, and auto-transformers. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of oil reclosures, sectionalizers and the application/coordination of fuses. Students will also be introduced with installation and operation of single and three-phase regulators, gang operated air break and load break switches, and substation fuses and reclosures. Practical experience in the grounding, inspection, maintenance and operation of basic substations will also be gained. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EDS 237 .
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EDS-290 Co-Op Ed/Intern
Credits: Variable 1-3
Contact Hours:
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course entails a supervised work experience in the major field, which provides the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained. An individualized instructional management plan determines goals to be accomplished. Seminars may also be required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours of program specific courses and 2.0 GPA and approval of department chair.
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EMP-100 Still Video Production
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course provides intensive hands-on instruction in state of the art image editing, compositing, and special effects. Students will complete a variety of projects using image layering, effects, and photography techniques.
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EMP-101 Video Effects
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course provides intensive hands-on instruction in state of the art video effects, compositing and special effects. Students will complete a variety of projects using backgrounds, image layering and effects.
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EMP-102 Intro Electronic Media Prod
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
Tier Rate: Tier II
Students will study the history of electronic media from radio broadcast through television to present day media delivery. This course will include an associated lab designed to introduce students to electronic media editing systems available today.
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EMP-103 Podcasting
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This is a fast-moving hands-on course which will prepare the student to record, edit and store information in the proper format for web publication in the form of podcasts. Each class will produce a scheduled series of podcasts for dissemination on the web.
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EMP-104 Lighting Fundamentals
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course provides intensive hands-on instruction focusing on the basic principles of lighting for video. Students will complete a variety of projects using different lighting setups and techniques.
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EMP-110 Sound Design
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. Explore microphone usage and multi-layered audio post product ion software. Students will perform and produce commercial messaging, news delivery, and focus on varied audio elements of video production.
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EMP-115 Studio Television Production
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course provides an introduction to multi-camera studio production. Students will practice camera operation, audio recording and switching in teams while producing various television formats including news, interviews, and other live atmospheres.
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EMP-117 Video Systems
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This is a basic video course and focuses on the principles of design and operation of basic video systems. This includes live and studio camera operation and lighting techniques. This course supports voice, video, images incorporated in stage and video, recording and editing production technology.
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EMP-127 Audio Engineering
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course explores the aesthetic and practical considerations employed in effective audio design in both studio and live production mixing. Students will study and operate multitrack recorders, digital editors, sound processing equipment and microphone placement. Emphasis will be on developing audio content, producing varied audio and editing the sources into a professional presentation. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EMP 110 .
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EMP-208 Digital Video Production
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. Digital Video Production concentrates on advanced video production and nonlinear editing techniques. This includes field and studio television production and editing employing current digital production suites. Students will produce and post-produce several productions of increasing complexity including commercial messages, documentaries and music videos.
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EMP-210 Event Photography
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. Principles and practice of still photography, image delivery and processing, camera operation, and foundations of photography. Students will gather and process still images daily in a fast-paced work environment.
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EMP-216 3-D Animation
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course focuses on the principles of design and operation of 3D animation. This includes camera placement, lighting, designing and rendering virtual scenes. This course supports 3D animation for commercial as well as full length productions.
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EMP-218 Video Game Design
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides hands on experience in creating interactive video games as well as offering a historical and critical approach to the evolution of computer and video game design from its beginnings to the present. It brings together cultural, business, and technical perspectives. This will lead to an understanding of the history of this medium, as well as insights into design, production, marketing, and sociocultural impacts of interactive entertainment and communication.
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EMP-250 Digital Special Effects
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course provides intensive hands-on instruction in state of the art video effects editing, video compositing and special effects. Students will complete a variety of video projects using animated backgrounds, video layering and after effects. Prerequisite(s): EMP 102
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EMP-263 Production and Directing Television
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. Students will produce and direct serveralbroadcast quality videos, as well as serve as crew on other student productions. This will include extensive use of skills from prerequisite courses in addition to production scheduling, scripting, casting, set design and crew management. The final project will be a personal demo reelsuitable for submission to potential employers. Prerequisite(s): EMP 102 , EMP 110 , EMP 117 , and EMP 208 (or concurrent enrollment in EMP 208 ).
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EMP-290 Co-Operative Ed/Internship
Credits: Variable 1-3
Contact Hours:
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course entails a supervised work experience in the major field which provides the student with the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained. An individualized instructional management plan will determine goals to be accomplished. Seminars may also be required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours and 2.0 GPA or advisor’s approval. Please see the department chair of the specific program area for application
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EMD-100 Fundamentals Emergency Mgmt
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides a basic study in emergency management. It provides a study in the history of emergency management, beginning with its evolution from World War II, through cold war period civil defense to present day emergency management. Emergency management systems will be discussed, including tasks and responsibilities of the emergency management program manager, the role of the emergency manager in the five mission areas of emergency management and functional career opportunities in the field. Prerequisite(s): PLS 101 or concurrent enrollment.
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EMD-105 Emergency Plan & Preparedness
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides the student with information concerning all aspects of emergency preparedness related to natural, technological and human-caused disasters. Planning concepts, awareness programs and education strategies will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): EMD 100 , EMD 110 or concurrent enrollment.
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EMD-110 Intro Hazards and Risk Mgmt
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will introduce students to a range of natural, technological and human-caused hazards. Students will learn to analyze risk as it is associated with the hazard analysis. The course provides a detailed study into the methods in how to measure, monitor and forecast the physical impact of these hazards on society.
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EMD-115 Hazard Mitigation Emerg Mgmt
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides the student with an understanding of the principles and practice of hazard mitigation. The course will emphasize the importance of avoiding or preventing future and recurring losses of life, damage to property and impacts to the environment. Students will be familiarized with tools, techniques, and resources involved in planning for hazard mitigation. Case studies and discussions will be used to encourage critical review of the philosophy and principles of hazard mitigation.
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EMD-130 NIMS: Practice and Principles
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will provide students with basic knowledge of the nationally recognized management system used by first responders when conducting emergency and disaster operations. The student will be introduced to the basic principles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and how this system should function in conjunction with the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Students will learn the purpose and function of the various components of the NIMS and how they inter-relate to form an efficient and effective management tool.
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EMD-150 Managing Disaster Resources
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will develop student’s skills in recognizing volunteer resources in the community; to enhance abilities to manage the involvement of volunteers in all phases of emergency management; including, diversity, volunteer expertise, and collaboration with major voluntary organizations active in disasters. In addition, the course will focus on knowledge and understanding of kind and typing of resources and the skills needed to effectively perform resource management functions within the overall framework of an emergency operations center. Prerequisite(s): EMD 100 .
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EMD-200 Disaster Response & Recovery
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will introduce the student to the basic concepts and operations applicable in a disaster environment and enhance understanding of what the proper roles and responsibilities of various local and state emergency management officials are; why they matter, and how these roles and responsibilities relate to those carried out by the Federal government. The course emphasizes the problem-solving aspects of disaster operations. Finally, the student will gain an understanding of the recovery mission from the response/recovery interface through to the end of the recovery phase. Prerequisite(s): EMD 105 .
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EMD-205 Social Media in Disaster Resp
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will provide students with a basic knowledge of a wide-range of social media platforms. They will gain knowledge and skills to implement strategies to better engage individuals and partner organizations using social media. Students will experience in-depth training in the use of content types, engagement strategies, and measurement tools for social media. The course will enable students to create a social media strategy to prepare them to adapt to changing needs and strategies throughout the five mission areas of emergency management. Group activities throughout the course will assist to reinforce the use of social media strategies as they relate to emergency management. Prerequisite(s): EMD 100 .
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EMD-220 Crisis Comm. and Public Info
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will provide students with knowledge of different concepts in interpersonal communications for emergency managers. Students will learn how to improve their communications skills among themselves and other emergency workers. The course provides students with the fundamental knowledge of how to handle crisis situations with respect to communicating information to the public. Students will learn the importance of effective crisis preparation and response, and how to prepare internal and external communications. It also teaches the basic elements of addressing the media. They will learn how to provide public information to the media, and they will learn how providing information jointly with other agencies can be beneficial. This course will use audio/visual recording equipment and role playing to simulate actual press briefings. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 and COM 105 .
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EMD-230 EOC Management
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course covers the design, operation, and management of the Emergency Operations Center. Students will gain a working knowledge of the duties of those persons in the EOC and their relationships with personnel on-scene, using the Incident Management System. Prerequisite(s): EMD 100 , EMD 130 .
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EMD-235 Emerg Prep Business &Industry
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides students with an understanding of the importance of corporate preparedness; the advantages of public/private coordination; legal requirements; the importance of employee disaster awareness and preparedness; disaster mitigation and response in the corporate culture; business resumption considerations; public policy considerations and community outreach as they relate to the private sector.
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EMD-240 Leadership & Decision Making
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective interpersonal relationships, including conflict management and the use of power and influence as they apply to emergency administration in a government setting and leadership. The course will also address public policy, the budget process and other related administrative duties of an emergency management program manager. Prerequisite(s): EMD 100 , EMD 105 , EMD 230 , and PLS 101 .
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EMD-250 Exercise Design & Evaluation
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will provide the student with an understanding of how different types of disaster exercises are developed and conducted, including seminars, workshops, tabletop exercises, functional and full scale exercises. The student will gain an understanding of how public and private sector organizations use exercises as a training tool to test new skills, technology and competency. The roles and responsibilities of players, controllers, simulators, and evaluators will be presented. Students will learn the steps in exercise planning, coordination and conduct, as well as post-exercise activities using the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP). Working in teams, students will design and present a tabletop exercise during the class. Prerequisite(s): EMD 100 , EMD 105 .
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EMD-260 Business Continuity Planning
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course addresses the critical dependence of business and industry on vulnerable technology, such as management information, communications, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems. Students will have the opportunity to produce working plans that provide preventive measures to minimize the impact of disaster, provide an organized response and ensure business continuity during recovery operations. Prerequisite(s): EMD 235 or concurrent enrollment.
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EMD-280 Emergency Management Capstone
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 9
Tier Rate: Tier II
The field study experience is intended to provide students an opportunity to participate and put into practice concepts learned from the coursework. Students will integrate and apply key concepts through a community-based project, developing a proposal and conducting a project at a public or non-profit sector entity. At the end of the semester, the project will be presented both to the chosen organization and classmates. Students will integrate critical decision-making skills with a unique and local hands-on learning experience. A written report documenting all aspects of the project will be presented for faculty approval and grading. Prerequisite(s): Must complete 30 credit hours of EMD coursework.
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EMS-100 First Aid and CPR
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier III
Students in this course will learn to recognize and provide first aid for injuries ranging from simple lacerations to musculoskeletal injuries, as well as how to recognize various medical emergencies, ranging from heart attacks to allergic reactions. This course will certify students in American Heart Association BLS CPR.
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EMS-101 Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Credits: 7
Contact Hours: Lec 4 Lab 4 Practicum 3
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course is designed to prepare students to perform care of acutely ill or injured patients primarily in the out of hospital setting. Basic resuscitation, extrication, trauma care, initial patient assessment and triage, stabilization and transport of various patients are key components of this course. The course prepares students to test for national certification and state licensure. This course is the first step to becoming a paramedic. Prerequisite(s): Selective Admission. Students must be 18 years of age or turn 18 during the course. Students must completed the required application process, background check, drug screening, immunizations, and attend the required orientation. Corequisite(s): BLS CPR Certification
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EMS-150 EMS Essentials
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course provides the transition from EMT to paramedic. Students will gain an in depth understanding of research and the effect evidence based medicine has on the pre-hospital environment. Key foundational concepts for the paramedic program are also introduced. The preparatory and operations components of the paramedic program are also covered in this course. Topics covered include: EMS systems, safety and wellness, paramedics role in public health, medical legal considerations for paramedics, effective communication, documentation, medical terminology, transport operations, incident management, rescue operations, terrorism response, crime scene response, and career development for paramedics. Prerequisite(s): EMS 101 course completion or an EMT license prior to this course is required.
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EMS-201 Paramedic I
Credits: 12
Contact Hours: Lec 8 Lab 8
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course will present the student with a review of anatomy and physiology, an overview of pathophysiology, clinical assessment and treatment of patients presenting with specific illness. Critical thinking and clinical decision making, airway management, and assessment of respiratory, cardiac, and neurology patients will be included in this section with an emphasis on assessment and management of present illness for effective field treatment. Students will be presented with EKG (ECG) monitoring of leads I, II, and III with an emphasis on the study of arrhythmia etiologies and irregular waveforms. An overview of 12-lead techniques will also be discussed. Additionally students will gain a comprehensive understanding of pre-hospital pharmacology and medication administration. The lab section will include performance of both basic and advanced prehospital airway management techniques, medication administration via various methods, comprehensive use of cardiac monitors, capnography, various other diagnostic tools, skill practice, scenario development, and high fidelity simulations in a lab environment. Students must successfully demonstrate each skill through a pass/fail scenario for successful course completion. Application of these skills will be reassessed in the clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the EMS Paramedic program. Corequisite(s): EMS 211
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EMS-202 Paramedic II
Credits: 5
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 6 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course is designed for students to gain an in depth understanding of the pathophysiology, assessment, management, and current research in care of various types of patients. Life span development, gynecology, obstetrics, neonates, pediatrics, cardiac emergencies, and comprehensive cardiac arrest management are the topics covered for this course. Emphasis will be placed on assessment and management of the present illness and evidenced based care. Prerequisite(s): EMS 201 . Corequisite(s): EMS 212 .
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EMS-203 Paramedic III
Credits: 7
Contact Hours: Lec 5 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course will present the student with clinical assessment and treatment of patients presenting with specific illness. Diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat, endocrine emergencies, hematologic, immunologic, infectious disease, abdominal and gastrointestinal, genitourinary, geriatric, and special challenge patients will be included. Additionally students will be presented with a comprehensive insight into traumatic injury. Assessment, and management of trauma to include blunt, penetrating, soft-tissue, burn, musculoskeletal, head, face, neck, spinal, thoracic, and abdominal trauma, the epidemiology of trauma, as well as hemorrhage and shock will be included. Prerequisite(s): EMS 202 .
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EMS-204 Paramedic Capstone
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course will include a capstone research project, computerized capstone exam, a final simulation, and an oral interview by the program medical director. The American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) will be administered during this course. Both the ACLS and PALS courses stress critical thinking skills and the student will be examined through case based scenarios as well as a written test. In addition to the regular coursework, students must successfully complete the ACLS and PALS courses to pass this class. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be authorized to take the NREMT written exam. Prerequisite(s): EMS 202 .
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EMS-211 Clinical I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Practicum 9
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course encompasses a clinical experience in which students utilize the skills learned in the didactic portion of the program in the hospital, where those skills can be refined. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the EMS Paramedic program. Corequisite(s): EMS 201
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EMS-212 Clinical II
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 6
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course is a continuing clinical experience in which students utilize the skills learned in the didactic portion of the program in the hospital, where those skills can be refined. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EMS 201 .
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EMS-213 Clinical III
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 6
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course is a continuing clinical experience in which students utilize the skills learned in the didactic portion of the program in the hospital, where those skills can be refined. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EMS 203 .
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EMS-214 Paramedic Internship
Credits: 8
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 24
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course entails a field experience in which students utilize the skills learned in the didactic and clinical portions of the program under the supervision of an experienced paramedic preceptor. Corequisite(s): EMS 203
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EMS-231 Clinical II
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 6
Tier Rate: Tier III
None This course is a continuing clinical experience in which students utilize the skills learned in the didactic portion of the program in the hospital, where those skills can be refined. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EMS 201.
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EMS-288 Critical Care Transport
Credits: 6
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2 Practicum 6
Tier Rate: Tier III
The Critical Care Transport course is designed to prepare students to provide (ICU)-level care during transport of various types of critically ill patients. A broad base of emergency and critical care physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and treatments will be covered as well as advanced skills that would be above and beyond the normal scope of a paramedic. Fundamentals of flight transport, CAMTS requirements, and flight physiology will also be covered. It is expected that students who successfully complete this course will test for and obtain certification as a critical care paramedic or flight paramedic. The certification will come from a national or international certifying body. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent. Must be a Licensed paramedic with a minimum 2 years of field experience.
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EMS-299 Community Paramedic
Credits: 8
Contact Hours: Lec 4 Lab 2 Practicum 9
This course is designed to educate the student in aspects of community based care required to qualify the student to write the CP-C certification examination offered by the International Board of Specialty Certification. The course consists of two components: classroom and clinical experiences. Incorporated in these areas are the pre-hospital environment, community and personal needs assessment, chronic disease monitoring and interventions, utilization and coordination of community health and social services. Prerequisite(s): Paramedic license
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ENG-050 Foundations of College Writing
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Tier Rate: Tier I
English 050 prepares the student to enter ENG 101 by developing skills necessary for college-level writing including adapting texts to affect an audience and accomplish a purpose, developing essays, and introducing beginning concepts of research and documentation. Students will progress from multi - paragraph writing assignments to more complex compositions. Students will be required to participate in coursework, the Writing Proficiency, and a standardized final exam.
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ENG-051 Introductory Composition II for ESL
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Tier Rate: Tier I
English 051 for ESL students prepares the student to enter English speaking college-level classes by focusing on skills necessary for college-level comprehension and composition, including knowledge of audience and purpose, paragraph and essay development, and beginning concepts of research and documentation. This course includes an integrated study of English grammar, comprehension, communication and composition. Students will progress from multiparagraph writing assignments to larger compositions. English 051 classes will require at least four major assignments, including three writing assignments (ranging in lengths from 15 pages per assignment) and a course final. Students enrolled in English 051 must successfully complete the course with a grade of NC or higher and an appropriate score on the COMPASS in order to take ENG 101 .
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ENG-100 Composition I With Support 
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR ENGL 100 Composition I
Credits: 5
Contact Hours: Lec 5 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
English 100 introduces students to college-level writing and thinking through personal narrative, analytical, and research-supported writing. The processes of critical thinking, composing, revising, and editing are emphasized. Students will learn basic research skills and documentation techniques. English 100 will be driven by the same course objectives as English 101, and satisfy the same requirement. This course is linked to ENG 100A, which is a course designed to provide students with more time, support, and individualized instruction to accomplish the objectives of ENG 100.
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ENG-101 Composition I
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR ENGL 100 Composition I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
English 101 introduces students to college-level writing and thinking through personal narrative, analytical, and research-supported writing. The processes of critical thinking, composing, revising, and editing are emphasized. Students will learn basic research skills and documentation techniques.
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ENG-102 Composition II
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR ENGL 200 Composition II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
This course continues developing students’ abilities to use research and writing to make informed conclusions. In addition, the course develops students’ skills to communicate these conclusions to professional and expert audiences. Emphasis is placed on honing skills of audience analysis, analytical reading, critical thinking, research methods, and persuasive writing. Also, this course will introduce students to patterns and conventions of multiple disciplinary communities. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-150 Technical Writing
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR ENGL 110 Technical Writing
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
This course emphasizes developing the student’s ability to write clearly, concisely and accurately. Students practice collecting, analyzing, interpreting and presenting information in a variety of technical documents used in professional settings while using proper research and documentation techniques, sound visual design principles and effective writing styles suitable for a specific communicative context. Throughout, emphasis will be placed on honing skills in audience analysis, analytical reading, critical thinking, research methods and clear writing. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-180 Introduction to Literature
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LITR 100 Introduction to Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
In this course, students read a wide selection of literary works from a variety of cultures and times. The primary characteristics of fiction, poetry and drama will be introduced, as students analyze the impact of social, cultural, linguistic and historical circumstances upon the literary imagination.
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ENG-195 Selected Topics in Literature
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
In this course, students read a narrow selection of literary works from a specific author, culture, era or region. The emphasis is on reading for understanding and enjoyment. Course can be repeated up to three times for credit, provided the topic is different each time.
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ENG-210 Creative Writing - Short Story
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
This course is an introduction to the theory, technique, and terminology of short story writing and practical experience in writing in the form. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-215 Creative Writing - Poetry
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
This course provides an introduction to the theory, technique, and terminology of poetry writing and practical experience in writing in the form. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-240 Survey English Literature I
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LITR 102A British Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
Students read and discuss major works of English nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written before 1790. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature is considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-241 Survey English Literature II
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LITR 102B British Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
Students read and discuss major works of English nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written since 1790. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature are considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-250 Children’s Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum o
Tier Rate: Tier I
This course is an examination of literature suitable for preschool through elementary grades, including its development, its writing and publication, storytelling methods and criteria for selection and evaluation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-260 Survey of World Literature I
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LITR 200A World Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
Students in English 260 read and discuss a wide selection of the greatest literary works ever written, from the beginnings to 1600. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature are considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-265 Survey of World Literature II
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LITR 200M World Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
Students in English 265 read and discuss a wide selection of the greatest literary works ever written, from 1600 to the present. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature are considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-270 Survey American Literature I
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LITR 101A American Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier I
In this course, students read and discuss major works of American nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written before 1870. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature is considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-271 Survey American Literature II
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LITR 101B American Literature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab o Practicum o
Tier Rate: Tier I
In this course, students read and discuss major works of American nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written since 1840. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature is considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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English as a Second Language |
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ESL-050 English as a Second Language/ TOEFL® Test Preparation
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Tier Rate: Tier I
Students taking this course are exposed to situations and materials supporting comprehension, listening, speaking, writing and reading of the academic English language. Completion of this course demonstrates increased ability to use English language in both fundamental and philosophical concepts important in college interaction and studying. Students are familiarized with the format and instructions of the computerized TOEFL® test (required for international student admissions to all colleges and universities in North America) and the types of questions in each section (listening comprehension, grammar, and reading comprehension).
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French |
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FRN-101 Beginning French I
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LANG 101 French I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Tier Rate: Tier I
This course introduces students to the basic structures and vocabulary of the French language as well as French-speaking cultures. All four skills are addressed: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
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FRN-102 Beginning French II 
MOTR Equivalent: MOTR LANG 102 French II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Tier Rate: Tier I
This course broadens the basic communication skills of French. Using a four-skills approach that emphasizes meaningful communication in cultural context, students will build upon existing knowledge to interact effectively with course members to accomplish a variety of everyday tasks in culturally astute ways.
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Fire Service Administration |
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FSA-111 Strategy and Tactics
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents.
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FSA-207 Community Risk Reduction
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides a theoretical framework for the understanding of the ethical, sociological, organizational, political, and legal components of community risk reduction, and a methodology for the development of a comprehensive community risk reduction plan. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 211 , FST 215 .
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FSA-209 Emergency Management
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course provides an overview of Emergency Management and the role of Emergency Managers in dealing with man-made and natural disasters. This course will also examine the role of fire departments and fire department personnel within the Emergency Management system, as well as their roles during disaster management and mitigation.
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FSA-210 Fire Department Officer
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course addresses NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications (current edition). The role of a Company Officer is discussed, along with how that role relates to the department, the community, liability and legal responsibilities attached to this position. Discussion of labor relations, budgeting, information management and fire department communications are included. Company level inspections, investigations and training are discussed along with emergency service delivery. The Company Officers’ responsibilities relating to firefighter safety and health are also discussed. Students successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Officer I by the Division of Safety. (Students must have a minimum of three years experience in the fire service or a letter of recommendation from the executive fire officer of the department in order to apply for state certification) Prerequisite(s): FST 215 or concurrent enrollment.
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FSA-211 Fire Officer II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course addresses NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications (current edition). The role of a Company Officer is discussed, along with how that role relates to the department, the community, liability and legal responsibilities attached to this position. Discussion of labor relations, budgeting, information management and fire department communications are included. Company level inspections, investigations and training are discussed along with emergency service delivery. The Company Officers’ responsibilities relating to firefighter safety and health are also discussed. Students successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Officer I by the Division of Safety. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 210 and FST 215 .
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FSA-212 Administrative Fire Officer (III)
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course addresses NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications (current edition). A course specialized for the chief officer who is ready to advance into the upper management level of his/her department. This course consists of subjects designed to give the officer more knowledge of management and administration so that he/she can make basic evaluations of employee relations and assume a more proactive role in their department. This is a projects-based class. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 210 and FST 211 .
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FSA-215 Fire Service Instructor I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course is based on NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications (current edition). This course will provide basic instructional knowledge that is necessary to develop skills for preparing and presenting training for fire and emergency service organization personnel. Topics covered in this course include dealing with outline and course development, using visual aids and testing procedures. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Service Instructor I by the Division of Fire Safety.
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FSA-216 Fire Instructor II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course is based on NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications (current edition). This course will provide basic lesson plan development and course evaluation that is necessary to develop skills for preparing and presenting training for fire and emergency service organization personnel. Topics covered in this course include dealing with outline and course evaluation and testing procedures. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Service Instructor II by the Division of Fire Safety. Prerequisite(s): FST Grade of “C” or better in FST 215 and FST 210 .
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FSA-230 Fire Investigation I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: It is recommended students complete Firefighter 1&2 in preparation for this course. This course is intended to provide the students with the fundamentals & technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing & conducting origin & cause, preservation of evidence & documentation, scene security, motives of the fire setter, and types of fire causes.This course is based on NFPA 1033, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator (current edition).
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FSA-231 Fire Investigation II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course is based on NFPA 1033, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator (current edition). This course is intended to provide the student with the fundamental and technical knowledge on the applicable laws needed for proper fire scene investigation and an understanding of the dynamics of fire behavior, as well as the preparation and presentation of a court case. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 210 and FST 230 .
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FSA-240 Occupational Safety & Health for Emergency Responders
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Includes risk evaluation and control procedures for fire stations, training sites, emergency vehicles, and emergency situations involving fire, EMS, hazardous materials, and technical rescue. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 210 or concurrent enrollment.
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FSA-250 Fire Service Reports & Comm
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
With an emphasis on providing tools, not rules; students will focus on the types of communication required by jobs in fire department operations. Designed for those who need to polish skills used in their current positions, students, in this course will analyze and write a variety of reports, memos, proposals and other communications used everyday in the fire service.
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FSA-275 Legal/Contemp Issues-FST/EMS
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will address the federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services and include a review of national standards, regulations, and consensus standards and examine the broad spectrum of change confronting the fire service. Emphasis will be placed upon the identification of crucial issues that will affect the future of the fire service over the next decade. Areas of discussion include regionalization, privatization, alternative forms of special delivery, paradigm shifts, environmental scanning and the need to be a proactive agent of community-based change. Prerequisite(s): FST 215 , FST 230 , ENG 100 or ENG 101 , ENG/COM elective, PLS 101 or HST 120 or concurrent enrollment, PSY 110 or concurrent enrollment.
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FSA-280 Capstone
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 0 Practicum 6
Tier Rate: Tier II
The purpose of this course is to allow the student to apply the knowledge acquired from their educational experience in the Fire Service Administration degree program toward their development as leaders in the fire service by establishing and completing goals, conducting research, completing a capstone project, and developing a leadership philosophy that will be supported through a reflection paper. A student must earn a Grade of “C” or better in this course to meet the FSA graduation requirements. Prerequisite(s): 45 hours completed.
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Fire Science Technology |
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FST-101 Principles Emergency Services
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of private and public protection services; fire departments as a part of local governments; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives.
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FST-102 Building Construction
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
Firefighters must understand building construction to understand the behavior of buildings under fire conditions.The student is introduced to the principles, methods, techniques and terminology used in building construction and how building construction relates to fire protection and fire safety. The elements of construction and engineering design of structures relating to fire protection is emphasized. Structural components and structural collapse are studied. The different classifications of buildings and how building construction and codes affect fire and life safety are discussed. This course is written to the National Fire Academy (NFA) FESHE curriculum Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-103 Emergency Medical Responder
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course focuses on the role of the Emergency Medical First Responder to initiate immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical system through 911.
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FST-104 Basic Firefighting
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course is designed to provide students some of the very basic knowledge and skills necessary to help them have limited functionality and function as members of a fire department. It will serve as a primer for the Firefighter certification courses. Much of the information contained in this program comes from the Fire Fighter I and II curriculum to provide continuity in training materials. The program is to coincide with the latest NFPA Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. It is not the intent of the FST Program to imply that individuals completing this course are qualified to take part in an interior fire attack situation.
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FST-105 Introduction to Firefighter 1&2
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course is based on the National Fire Protection Association 1001, Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (current edition). The performance requirements and practical skills necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter are introduced. Topics include fire service organization, safety, fire behavior, self-contained breathing apparatus, ropes, hose, ladders, rescue, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, portable fire extinguishers, emergency medical care, fire control, water supply and fire prevention. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Firefighter I and II by the Division of Fire Safety. This course serves as the initial step for Firefighter 172 certification. Prerequisite(s): FST 120 or concurrent enrollment.
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FST-106 Firefighter I and II
Credits: 6
Contact Hours: Lec 4 Lab 4
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course is based on the National Fire Protection Association 1001, “Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications,” current edition. The performance requirements and practical skills necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter are thoroughly covered. Topics include fire service orientation, safety, fire behavior, selfcontained breathing apparatus, ropes, hoses, ladders, rescue, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, portable fire extinguishers, emergency medical care, fire control, water supply and fire prevention. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Firefighter I and II by the Division of Safety. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 105 and FST 120 . Corequisite(s): FST 120 can be taken concurrently.
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FST-107 Fire Prevention
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of the fire prevention bureau, use and application of fire codes and standards, plans review, fire inspection, fire and life safety education, and fire investigation.This course is written to the National Fire Academy (NFA) FESHE curriculum. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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