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The Tumor Registry Management program is approved by the National Cancer Registrars
Association, 1340 Braddock Place #203, Alexandria, VA 22314, Ph. 703.299.6640.
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Tuition and Fees
Degree and Diploma Programs
30
Credit Hours
Tuition
Fees
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12+ (full-time)
$36
$72
$108
$144
$180
$216
$252
$288
$324
$360
$396
$432
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
$51
Tech
Fee
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
$35
Total
$122
$158
$194
$230
$266
$302
$338
$374
$410
$446
$482
$518
Tuition and Fees
Certificate Programs
Although the $86 in fees is required of every credit student each quarter, the tuition may vary by
program. Technical certificates have a tuition rate of $54per credit hour with the following
exceptions:
Commercial Truck Driving
Criminal Justice Specialist
General Office Clerk
Industrial Mechanical Technician
Patient Care Assisting
Small Business Marketing Manager
$2,784 (entire program)
$36 per credit hour
$42 per credit hour
$48 per credit hour
$53 per credit hour
$42 per credit hour
30
Liability Insurance
Tumor Registry Management Degree $11
31
Miscellaneous Expenses
Fuel Surcharge
An additional fuel surcharge fee of $84.00 is charged to all students enrolled in the Commercial
Truck Driving program.
ADD:
Add Criminal Justice Technology (Dp)
Add Criminal Justice Technology (Dg)
Add Criminal Justice Specialist (C)
Fire Science Technology (Dg)
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Fire Science Technology (Dp)
Fire Fighter I (C)
Delete Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding Fabricator (C)
Delete Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding Fabricator (C)
Add Tumor Registry Management (Dg)
Add Welding (C)
Agribusiness Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,731
68
Agribusiness Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,198
69
Precision Agriculture Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $993
71
Automotive Fundamentals Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,446
74
Automotive Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $4,482
74
Automotive Air Conditioning Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $518
75
Automotive Front End Alignment and Brakes Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,096
76
Drivability Technician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,554
78
Accounting Degree
Tuition/Fees: $5,737
79
Accounting Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,944
80
Computerized Accounting Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,396
81
Office Accounting Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,396
82
Payroll Accounting Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,396
84
Administrative Office Technology Degree
Tuition/Fees: $4,234
86
Business Office Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,800
87
General Office Clerk Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,914
88
Management and Supervisory Development Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,037
89
Management and Supervisory Development Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,569
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Human Resource Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,509
93
Marketing Management Degree
Tuition/Fees: $5,797
95
Marketing Management Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,944
96
Entrepreneurship Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,051
96
Small Business Management Certificate
Program name is Small Business Marketing Manager
97
Small Business Management Certificate
Delete MKT 100, Principles of Accounting I
Add MKT 100, Introduction to Marketing
Tuition/Fees: $1,596
101
Early Childhood Care and Education Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,844
103
Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,664
104
Child Development Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,036
105
Early Childhood Exceptionalities Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,036
107
Early Childhood Program Administration Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,036
108
Family Child Care Provider Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,036
112
Computer Support Specialist Degree
Tuition/Fees: $2,685
113
Computer Support Specialist Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,625
114
Application Software Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,036
116
Networking Specialist Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,582
117
Networking Specialist Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,150
118
Cisco Network Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,344
119
CompTIA A+ Certified Preparation Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $916
120
Network Administrator Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,310
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Microcomputer Installation and Support Technician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,344
124
Air Conditioning Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,160
125
Air Conditioning Electrical Technician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,170
125
Air Conditioning Repair Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,480
127
Carpentry Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,123
128
Certified Construction Worker
Tuition/Fees: $1,051
129
Commercial Construction Management Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,641
130
Construction Management Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,123
132
Construction Office Administration Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,123
133
Drafting Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,590
134
CAD Operator Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,590
135
CAD Operator Architectural Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,590
136
Civil Drafting Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,166
137
Electrical Construction and Maintenance Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,090
138
Commercial Wiring Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,580
139
Electrical Maintenance Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,520
141
Industrial Electrical Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,670
142
Industrial Fluid Power Technician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,020
142
Programmable Control Technician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,020
144
Cosmetology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,590
145
Cosmetic Esthetician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,072
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Culinary Arts Degree
Tuition/Fees: $2,685
150
Culinary Arts Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,625
152
Catering Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,445
153
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FIRE SCIENCE
Fire Science Technology (Dg, Dp)
Fire Fighter I (C)
ADD:
153
Fire Science Technology – Degree
DESCRIPTION:
The Fire Science Technology degree program is designed to prepare students for an entry-level
career in municipal, industrial, state, and federal fire departments. The program does not include
the required training to become a certified firefighter in the State of Georgia. For certified
firefighters, this program adds skills and knowledge that can enhance their career prospects. The
primary mission of the Fire Science Technology program is identification and mitigation of
emergencies in order to preserve life and property. The duties of the firefighter include, but are
not limited to, extinguishing and controlling fires, performing rescue and evacuation work
incidental to fire control, accidents, natural disasters, and other incidents where human life is
threatened. Firefighters also render emergency aid to those in need. The program provides
learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational
knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.
Emphasis is placed on providing our students with a depth of knowledge about fire protection
services, encompassing all areas of incendiary-fire management and administration, prevention
and inspection, terrorism incident management, arson investigation and much more.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates may find employment as firefighters, leaders and officers in the fire service industry.
ACCREDITATION:
None
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
None
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
 Submit a completed application and application fee;
 Be at least 16 years of age;
 Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
 Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
 Meet the following assessment requirements:
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ASSET
COMPASS
SAT
ACT
CPE
Reading
41
79
75
Writing
42
62
480
25
75
Numerical
40
43
430
20
75
Algebra
42
37
FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY DEGREE CURRICULUM
The Fire Science Technology degree program is designed for the quarter system. A student may
enter the program any quarter. To graduate, degree seeking students must earn a minimum of
108 quarter credit hours. The program generally takes 8 quarters to complete.
Course
GENERAL CORE
COURSES
ENG 191
ENG 193
OR
HUM 191
ENG 195
OR
SPC 191
MAT 191
OR
MAT 196
PSY 191
OR
SOC 191
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FUNDAMENTAL
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
SCT 100
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
FSC 101
FSC 110
FSC 121
FSC 132
FSC 161
FSC 141
FSC 151
FSC 201
FSC 210
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Credits
30
Composition and Rhetoric (OL)
Literature and Composition (OL)
OR
Introduction to Humanities
Technical Communications
OR
Fundamentals of Speech
College Algebra
OR
Contemporary Mathematics
Introductory Psychology
5
5
Introduction to Sociology
General Core Elective
5
5
3
Introduction to Microcomputers
3
75
Introduction to Fire Science
Fire Service Supervision and Leadership
Fire Fighting Strategy and Tactics
Fire Service Instructor
Fire Service Safety and Loss Control
Hazardous Materials
Fire Prevention and Inspection
Fire Service Management
Fire Service Hydraulics
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
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5
5
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FSC 220
FSC 230
FSC 241
FSC 260
FSC 270
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Fire Protection Systems
Fire Service Building Construction
Incident Command
Fire Service Information Management
Fire Investigation
Electives
5
5
5
5
5
5
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $3,640
Books/Supplies: $1,100
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
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Fire Science Technology – Diploma
DESCRIPTION:
The Fire Science Technology diploma program is designed to prepare students for an entry-level
career in municipal, industrial, state, and federal fire departments. The program does not include
the required training to become a certified firefighter in the State of Georgia. For certified
firefighters, this program adds skills and knowledge that can enhance their career prospects. The
primary mission of the Fire Science Technology program is identification and mitigation of
emergencies in order to preserve life and property. The duties of the firefighter include, but are
not limited to, extinguishing and controlling fires, performing rescue and evacuation work
incidental to fire control, accidents, natural disasters, and other incidents where human life is
threatened. Firefighters also render emergency aid to those in need. The program provides
learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational
knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.
Emphasis is placed on providing our students with a depth of knowledge about fire protection
services, encompassing all areas of incendiary-fire management and administration, prevention
and inspection, terrorism incident management, arson investigation and much more.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates may find employment as firefighters, leaders and officers in the fire service industry.
ACCREDITATION:
None
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
None
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA





Submit a completed application and application fee;
Be at least 16 years of age;
Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
Meet the following assessment requirements:
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ASSET
COMPASS
SAT
ACT
CPE
Readin
g
38
70
75
Writin
g
35
23
430
18
75
Numeric
al
35
26
400
17
75
Algebr
a
FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA CURRICULUM
The Fire Science Technology diploma program is designed for the quarter system. A student may
enter the program any quarter. To graduate, diploma seeking students must earn a minimum of
89 quarter credit hours. The program generally takes 6 quarters to complete.
Note: Conviction of a felony or certain misdemeanors may prohibit employment in the law
enforcement field.
Course
GENERAL CORE
COURSES
ENG 101
MAT 101
EMP 100
FUNDAMENTAL
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
SCT 100
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
FSC 101
FSC 110
FSC 121
FSC 132
FSC 161
FSC 141
FSC 151
FSC 201
FSC 210
FSC 220
FSC 230
FSC 241
FSC 260
FSC 270
XXX xxx
Course Name
Credits
13
General English
General Mathematics
Interpersonal Relations and Personal Development
5
5
3
3
Intro. to Microcomputers
3
73
Introduction to Fire Science
Fire Service Supervision and Leadership
Fire Fighting Strategy and Tactics
Fire Service Instructor
Fire Service Safety and Loss Control
Hazardous Materials
Fire Prevention and Inspection
Fire Service Management
Fire Service Hydraulics
Fire Protection Systems
Fire Service Building Construction
Incident Command
Fire Service Information Management
Fire Investigation
Elective
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $2,538
Books/Supplies: $900
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Fire Fighter I – Certificate
DESCRIPTION:
The Fire Fighter I Technical Certificate is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers
in the Fire Science profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and
professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The
technical certificate emphasizes a combination of fire science technology theory and practical
application necessary for successful employment. Graduates receive a technical certificate for Fire
Fighter I.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:.
Graduates may find employment as firefighters, leaders, and future fire officers in the fire service
industry.
ACCREDITATION:
None
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
None
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA





Submit a completed application and application fee;
Be at least 16 years of age;
Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
Meet the following assessment requirements:
TEST
ASSET
COMPASS
SAT
ACT
CPE
Readin
g
38
70
75
Writin
g
35
23
430
18
75
Numeric
al
35
26
400
17
75
Algebr
a
FIRE FIGHTER I CURRICULUM
The Fire Fighter I certificate program is designed for the quarter system. A student may enter the
program any quarter. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 17 quarter credit hours.
The program generally takes 2 quarters to complete.
Course
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
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FSC 103
FSC 104
FSC 105
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153
Emergency Services Fundamentals
Basic Firefighter I
Basic Firefighter II: Module II
Fire and Life Safety Educator
3
6
3
5
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $1,686
Books/Supplies: $450
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Add Criminal Justice Technology (Dp)
Add Criminal Justice Technology (Dg)
Add Criminal Justice Specialist (C)
ADD:
Criminal Justice – Degree
DESCRIPTION:
The Criminal Justice Technology associate of applied science degree program is a sequence of
courses that prepares students for Criminal Justice professions. Learning opportunities develop
academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition,
retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of Criminal Justice theory
and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a
Criminal Justice Technology associate degree. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit
through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse
opportunities in the corrections, security, investigative, and police administration fields.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice Technology program are
prepared for entry-level positions in corrections, security, investigation, and police administration.
ACCREDITATION:
None
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
None
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
 Submit a completed application and application fee;
 Be at least 16 years of age;
 Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
 Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
 Meet the following assessment requirements:
TEST
ASSET
COMPASS
SAT
OTC Catalog and Student Handbook Addendum
Readin
g
41
79
Writin
g
42
62
480
Numeric
al
40
43
430
January 15, 2008
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a
42
37
DFS
ACT
CPE
75
25
75
20
75
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Conviction of a felony or certain misdemeanors may prohibit employment in the law enforcement
field.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE DEGREE CURRICULUM
The Criminal Justice degree program is designed for the quarter system. A student may enter the
program any quarter. To graduate, degree seeking students must earn a minimum of 98 quarter
credit hours. The program generally takes 7 quarters to complete.
Course
GENERAL CORE
COURSES
ENG 191
ENG 193
OR
HUM 191
ENG 195
OR
SPC 191
MAT 191
OR
MAT 196
PSY 191
ECO 191
FUNDAMENTAL
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
SCT 100
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
CRJ 101
CRJ 103
CRJ 104
CRJ 105
CRJ 168
CRJ 202
CRJ 207
CRJ 209
CRJ 212
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Course Name
Credits
30
Composition and Rhetoric (OL)
Literature and Composition (OL)
OR
Introduction to Humanities
Technical Communications
OR
Fundamentals of Speech
College Algebra
OR
Contemporary Mathematics
Introductory Psychology
Principles of Economics
5
5
Introduction to Microcomputers
3
65
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Corrections
Principles of Law Enforcement
Criminal Procedure
Criminal Law
Constitutional Law
Juvenile Justice
Criminal Justice Technology Practicum/Internship
Ethics in Criminal Justice
Occupationally Related Electives
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
20
5
5
5
5
3
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $3,640
Books/Supplies: $1,100
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ADD:
Criminal Justice Technology – Diploma
DESCRIPTION:
The Criminal Justice Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students
for Criminal Justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and
professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The
program emphasizes a combination of Criminal Justice theory and practical application necessary
for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Criminal Justice Technology diploma.
Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates of the Criminal Justice Technology diploma program are prepared for entry-level
positions with diverse opportunities in the corrections, security, investigative, and police
administration fields.
ACCREDITATION:
None
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
None
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
 Submit a completed application and application fee;
 Be at least 16 years of age;
 Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
 Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
 Meet the following assessment requirements:
TEST
ASSET
COMPASS
SAT
ACT
CPE
Readin
g
38
70
75
Writin
g
35
23
430
18
75
Numeric
al
35
26
400
17
75
Algebr
a
CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIPLOMA CURRICULUM
The Criminal Justice diploma program is designed for the quarter system. A student may enter
the program any quarter. To graduate, diploma seeking students must earn a minimum of 73
quarter credit hours. The program generally takes 5 quarters to complete.
Note: Conviction of a felony or certain misdemeanors may prohibit employment in the law
enforcement field.
Course
GENERAL CORE
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Credits
15
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COURSES
ENG 101
MAT 101
PSY 101
FUNDAMENTAL
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
SCT 100
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
CRJ 101
CRJ 103
CRJ 104
CRJ 105
CRJ 168
CRJ 202
CRJ 207
CRJ 209
CRJ 212
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153
General English
General Mathematics
Basic Psychology
5
5
5
3
Intro. to Microcomputers
3
55
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Corrections
Principles of Law Enforcement
Criminal Procedure
Criminal Law
Constitutional Law
Juvenile Justice
Criminal Justice Technology Practicum/Internship
Ethics in Criminal Justice
Occupationally Related Electives
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $2,538
Books/Supplies: $900
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
ADD:
Criminal Justice Specialist – Certificate
DESCRIPTION:
The Criminal Justice Specialist TCC is a sequence of courses that prepares students for Criminal
Justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional
knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program
emphasizes a combination of Criminal Justice theory and practical application necessary for
successful employment. Completers receive a technical certificate of credit.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates of the Criminal Justice Specialist certificate program are prepared for entry-level
positions in the criminal justice field.
ACCREDITATION:
None
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
None
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
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DFS





Submit a completed application and application fee;
Be at least 16 years of age;
Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
Meet the following assessment requirements:
TEST
ASSET
COMPASS
SAT
ACT
CPE
Readin
g
38
70
75
Writin
g
35
23
430
18
75
Numeric
al
35
26
400
17
75
Algebr
a
CRIMINAL JUSTICE SPECIALIST CURRICULUM
The Criminal Justice Specialist certificate program is designed for the quarter system. A student
may enter the program any quarter. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 28 quarter
credit hours. The program generally takes 3 quarters to complete.
Note: Conviction of a felony or certain misdemeanors may prohibit employment in the law
enforcement field.
Course
FUNDAMENTAL
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
SCT 100
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
CRJ 101
CRJ 103
CRJ 104
CRJ 202
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153
Course Name
Credits
3
Intro. to Microcomputers
3
25
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Corrections
Principles of Law Enforcement
Constitutional Law
Occupationally Related Electives
5
5
5
5
5
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $1,686
Books/Supplies: $450
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Forensic Science Degree
Program title is Forensic Science Technology Degree
154
Forensic Science Technology Degree
Tuition/Fees: $4,060
156
Forensic Science Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,838
158
Funeral Service Education Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,108
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Geographic Information Systems Technology Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,626
164
Geographic Information Systems Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,108
165
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Tumor Registry Management (Dg)
166
Computed Tomography Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,082
168
Dental Assisting Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,605
171
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $4,840
174
Echocardiography Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $4,022
178
Health Information Technology Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,920
179
Imaging Science Services Assistant Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,627
182
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,108
185
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist Certificate
The program generally takes three quarters to complete.
Students may enter the program Summer Quarter.
Tuition/Fees: $2,916
Books/Supplies: $250
Certification Exam: $150
Medical Assisting Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,625
187
188
Medical Coding Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,986
189
Medical Receptionist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,074
191
Opticianry Degree
Tuition/Fees: $4,494
193
Opticianry Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,976
194
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,976
196
Optician's Assistant Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,626
197
Paramedic Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,590
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Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,168
201
Pharmacy Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,590
203
Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,627
206
Practical Nursing Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $5,640
208
Health Service Technician Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $2,517
210
Patient Care Assisting Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $730
212
Radiologic Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $4,082
215
Radiology PACS Specialist Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $4,144
217
Surgical Technology Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,108
218
ADD
Tumor Registry Management Degree
DESCRIPTION
The Tumor Registrar plays an important role in how cancer trends are reported and how cancer
care will respond to those trends. The tumor registry is located within hospital and ambulatory
healthcare facilities and data organizations. The Tumor Registrar compiles data on all oncology
(cancer) cases seen within jurisdiction (institution, state, region, and nation) in a uniform,
consistent and easily retrievable format. The Tumor Registry Management AAS degree program
provides educational opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain the knowledge,
skills, and experiences necessary to succeed in the Tumor Registry Management field, as well as
becoming eligible to sit for the Certified Tumor Regstrares (CTR) exam.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities are also available outside of the hospital work setting and may include: consulting
firms, government agencies, physician practices, health information/cancer registry software
vendors, or independent contractors.
ACCREDITATION
The program is accredited by the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) www.ncrausa.org.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
NCRAs Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) exam under eligibility route 2: Successful completion of an
NCRA-approved Cancer Information Management Associate’s degree; OR successful completion
of an NCRA-Accredited Formal Education Program AND successful completion of a minimum of an
Associate’s degree or equivalent (4 semesters/6 quarters).
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ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
 Submit a completed application and application fee;
 Be at least 17 years of age;
 Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
 Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
 Meet the following assessment requirements:
TEST
Reading Writing Numerical Algebra
ASSET
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42
40
42
COMPASS 79
62
43
37
SAT
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430
ACT
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20
CPE
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75
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TUMOR REGISTRY MANAGEMENT CURRICULUM
The curriculum for the Tumor Registry Management degree program is designed for the quarter
system. A student may enter the program fall and spring quarters. To graduate, students must
earn a minimum of 101quarter credit hours. The program generally takes 7 quarters to complete.
Course
GENERAL CORE
COURSES
BIO 193
BIO 194
ENG 191
ENG 193
ENG 195
-ORSPC 191
MAT 191
PSY 191
FUNDAMENTAL
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
SCT 100
OCCUPATIONAL
COURSES
AHS 109
MAS 112
PHR 104
AHS 155
HIT 201
HIT 202
CRC 101
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Anatomy and Physiology I
Anatomy and Physiology II
Composition and Rhetoric (OL)
Literature and Composition (OL)
Technical Communications
-ORFundamentals of Speech
College Algebra (OL)
Introductory Psychology (OL)
5
5
5
5
5
Introduction to Microcomputers (OL)
3
63
Medical Terminology for the (OL)
Human Diseases
Pharmacology
Epidemiology
Introduction to HIT (OL)
Legal Aspects of HIT (OL)
Registry Organization and
Operations (OL)
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5
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3
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CRC 103
CRC 104
CRC 105
CRC 106
CRC 107
CRC 108
CRC 109
CRC 203
CRC 206
CRC 212
CRC 213
CRC 218
Clinical Quality and Improvement
(OL)
Coding and Staging I (OL)
Coding and Staging II (OL)
Abstracting I (OL)
Abstracting II (OL)
Cancer Registry Management(OL)
Patient Follow-up (OL)
Data Utilization and Report Writing
(OL)
Coding and Staging III (OL)
Abstracting III (OL)
Clinical Practice I
Clinical Practice II
Tumor Registry Seminar (OL)
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4
4
4
4
3
1
3
3
4
3
3
1
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $5,080
Books/Supplies: $1,800
Uniform Costs: Approximately $100*
Liability Insurance: $11
Certification Exam: $250
Physical Exam: $150
TB Test: $40
Hepatitis B Series: $265
#4402 Forensic Drug Panel (7) or similar screening: $25
Criminal Background Check: $50
* Uniforms are required beginning 5th quarter.
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
CLINICAL EDUCATION
Number of Clinical Sites: 16
General Location of the Clinical Sites: Bibb, Chatham, Cobb, Dougherty, Douglas, Floyd, Fulton,
Gwinnett, Richmond, and Whitfield Counties.
Special Requirements of the Clinical Sites:
 Beginning third quarter students must submit a medical exam stating that the student is in
good health. This must include documentation of TB skin testing, all required
immunizations, including Hepatitis B. Students who refuse the Hepatitis B vaccination series
must sign a declination form and be aware that clinical sites may refuse to accept them.
Forms will be provided by the instructor;
 Criminal Background Check
 Urine Drug Screen
Clinical Education Courses
The Tumor Registry Management practicum provides students with an opportunity for in-depth
application and reinforcement of principles and techniques in a cancer registry job setting. The
clinical practicum allows the student to become involved in a professional work situation applying
technical skills.
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The Practicum requires that the student complete a total of 160 hours in a hospital cancer registry
and 20 hours in a central registry. Students may not receive pay from the clinical site for
practicum hours. If the student misses more than 18 hours, they will automatically be dropped
from the course. Students are evaluated by the clinical site preceptor and the clinical coordinator.
Clinical Assignments
Clinical times may range 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Clinical sites are selected by the
program coordinator. Students are required to wear a white, mid length lab jacket and purchase
an Ogeechee Tech patch from the bookstore, which must be worn on the left arm of the lab
jacket. Students are also responsible for any expenses associated with the clinical affiliation and
reliable transportation to the site.
Tumor Registry Specialist Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $3,565
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Veterinary Technology Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,598
**Physical Exam (documenting adequate health including the ability to lift 50 pounds, to do
prolonged standing, and to tolerate heat.), TB Test, and Hepatitis B Series are required before
entering Veterinary Technology program classes.
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Veterinary Assistant Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,564
**Physical Exam (documenting adequate health including the ability to lift 50 pounds, to do
prolonged standing, and to tolerate heat.), TB Test, and Hepatitis B Series are required before
entering Veterinary Assistant program classes.
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Veterinary Technology Sonographer Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $1,006
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Environmental Horticulture Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2590
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Turf and Golf Course Management Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,842
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Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,627
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Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $2,590
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Welding Certificate
DESCRIPTION
This certificate program is designed to provide specialized training in welding and joining
technology.
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Certificate completers will be capable of basic welding and joining.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
 Submit a completed application and application fee;
 Be at least 16 years of age;
 Meet the following assessment requirements:
TEST
ASSET
COMPASS
SAT
ACT
CPE
Readin
g
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49
75
Writin
g
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17
430
18
75
Numeric
al
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20
400
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WELDING CURRICULUM
The curriculum for the Welding certificate program is designed for the quarter system. A student
may enter the program any quarter. To graduate, Welding certificate-seeking students must earn
a minimum of 30 quarter credit hours. The program generally takes 3 quarters to complete.
Course
OCCUPATIONAL COURSES
IFC 100
WLD 103
WLD 104
WLD 105
WLD 109
WLD 110
WLD 133
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Course Name
Industrial Safety Procedures
Blueprint Reading
Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Metal Welding and Cutting
Credits
30
2
3
6
6
6
4
3
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition/Fees: $1,554
Books/Supplies: $550
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Commercial Truck Driving Certificate
Tuition/Fees: $3,360
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Wildlife and Plantation Management Degree
Tuition/Fees: $3,791
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Wildlife and Plantation Management Diploma
Tuition/Fees: $3,198
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AUT 220, Automotive Technology Internship
18 Contact, 6 Credit
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CCM 180, Quantity Estimating
Prerequisite is CFC 105
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CRC 203, Coding and Staging III (5 Contact, 3 Credit)
This course is a continuation of CRC 103 Coding and Staging I and CRC 104 Coding and Staging II. It
is designed to enhance student competencies in cancer coding and staging with emphasis on the
practical applications of each. Students will apply what they learned in CRC 103 and CRC 104 and
learn to abstract from actual charts with emphasis on cancer registry software. Focus will be on
the current standards of care for treatment of breast, prostate, lung, colorectal, lymphoma, and
central nervous system cancers, leukemia, head and neck. Through the utilization of cancer
registry software, students will also learn how to generate sample reports that may be requested
in the registry.
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CRC 206, Abstracting III (6 Contact, 4 Credit)
This course focuses on is the continuation of CRC 105 Abstracting I and CRC 106 Abstracting II. It is
designed to enhance student competencies in cancer abstracting with emphasis on the practical
applications utilizing actual medical records and cancer registry software. Focus will be on quality
control edits in assuring complete, accurate, and timely data and on the current standards of care
for treatment of breast, prostate, lung, colon, lymphoma, head and neck, leukemias, and central
nervous system cancers
ADD:
CRC 212, Clinical Practice I (9 Contact, 3 Credit)
This course will prepare the student to perform the basic functions and tasks of a cancer registry
department. The student will use actual health records in a health care facility to perform these
functions and tasks. The CRC program instructor and the health care facility staff will guide the
student in accomplishing the objectives set forth in the Professional Practice Experience
Handbook. This course is designed to help the student gain entry-level competencies as set forth
by the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA).
ADD:
CRC 213, Clinical Practice II (9 Contact, 3 Credit)
This is a continuation of CRC 212 Clinical Practice I. This course is designed to allow students to
apply all functions related to the CRC profession. Students are acquainted with occupational
responsibilities through realistic work situations and are provided with insights into management
applications on the job. The student will be given additional advanced cancer registry
management experience.
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CRC 218, Tumor Registry Seminar (1 Contact, 1 Credit)
This seminar is a refresher course that focuses on all topics of the CTR exam and is geared to
those wishing to sit for the exam. Topics include Anatomy, Physiology and Histology of Cancer,
Oncologic Terms, Computer Basics, Registry Organization and Operations, ICD-O-3 Coding Rules,
Abstracting, Statistics and Epidemiology.
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CRJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Technology (5 Contact, 5 Credit)
Examines the emergence, progress, and problems of the Criminal Justice system in the United
States . Topics include: the American Criminal Justice system; constitutional limitations;
organization of enforcement, adjudication, and corrections; and career opportunities and
requirements.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
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CRJ 103 - Corrections (5 Contact, 5 Credit)
Provides an overview of all phases of the American correctional system and practices, including its
history, procedures, and objectives. Topics include: history and evolution of correctional facilities;
legal and administrative problems; institutional facilities and procedures; probation, parole, and
prerelease programs; community involvement; alternative sentencing; rehabilitation; and staffing.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
Add:
CRJ 104 - Principles of Law Enforcement (5 Contact, 5 Credit)
Examines the principles of organization and administration and the duties of local and state law
enforcement agencies with emphasis on police departments. Topics include: history and
philosophy of law enforcement; evaluation of administrative practices, problems in American law
enforcement agencies, emerging concepts, professionalism, and community crime prevention
programs.
Prerequisite: Provisional admission
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CRJ 105 - Criminal Procedure (6 Contact, 5 Credit)
Introduces the substantive law of major crimes against persons and property. Attention is given to
observation of courtroom trials. Topics include: laws of arrest, search and seizure; rules of
evidence; procedures governing arrest, trial, and administration of criminal sanctions; general
court procedures; rights and duties of officers and citizens; and Supreme Court rulings that apply
to Criminal Justice/overview of Constitutional Law.
Prerequisite: CRJ 101
265
Add:
CRJ 168 - Criminal Law (5 Contact, 5 Credit)
This course emphasizes the historical development of criminal law in the United States and the
current status of Georgia criminal law. The main focus of the course will be the statutory contents
of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A), with primary emphasis on the criminal and
traffic codes.
Prerequisite: Program Admission.
265
Add:
CRJ 202 – Constitutional Law (5 Contact, 5 Credit)
Emphasizes the provisions in the Bill of Rights pertaining to criminal justice. Topics include:
characteristics and powers of the 3 branches of government, principles governing the operation
of the Constitution, the Constitutional Amendments and the Bill of Rights.
Prerequisite: CRJ 101
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CRJ 207 – Juvenile Justice (5 Contact, 5 Credit)
Analyzes the nature, extent, and causes of juvenile delinquency, and examines processes in the
juvenile justice field. Topics include: comparative analysis of adult and juvenile justice systems,
survey of juvenile law, and prevention and treatment of juvenile delinquency.
Prerequisite: CRJ 101
265
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CRJ 209 – Criminal Justice Practicum/Internship (15 Contact, 5 Credit)
Provides experiences necessary for further professional development and exposure to related
agencies in the criminal justice field. The student will either pursue a study project directed by the
instructor within the institution or an internship in a related agency supervised by the instructor
subject to the availability of an approved site. Topics include: observation and/or participation in
criminal justice activities, criminal justice theory applications, and an independent study project.
Prerequisite: Completion of all required courses
265
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CRJ 212 – Ethics in Criminal Justice (5 Contact, 5 Credit)
This course provides an exploration of the field of criminal justice ethics, which broadly
encompasses the history of justice and theories of morality and ethics. It includes the study of
ethics from both the individual perspective and the organizational standpoint. Special attention
will be given to concrete ethical issues and dilemmas which are encountered regularly by
participants in the major components of the criminal justice system. Four areas of ethical decision
making opportunities are therefore studied in this course, including: law enforcement ethics;
correctional ethics; legal profession ethics; and policymaking ethics.
Prerequisite: Program Admission
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DEN 147, Dental Practicum I
Prequisites: DEN 135, DEN 146
278
ECE 264, Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment
9 Contact, 5 Credit
283
EMC 100, Introduction to the EMT Profession
Prerequisite: Program Admission
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Prerequisite: Entrance English score in accordance with approved DTAE admission score levels.
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EST 103, Electricity and Facial Treatment
Course title should be EST 103, Electricity & Facial Treatments with Machines
287
EST 106, Esthetics Practicum I
18 Contact, 6 Credit
288
EST 107, Esthetics Practicum II
18 Contact, 6 Credit
288
ADD:
FSC 101 - Introduction to Fire Service (5 contact, 5 credit)
This course is a survey of the philosophy and history of Fire Protection, loss of property and life by
fire, review of municipal fire defenses and the organization and function of the Federal, State,
County, City and Private Fire Protection.
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FSC 102 - Emergency Services Fundamentals (4 contact, 3 credit)
Includes: fire department orientation, fire department communications, orientation, infection
control, first aid, CPR, and hazardous materials fire responder awareness level.
ADD:
FSC 103 - Basic Firefighter: Module I (8 contact, 6 credit)
This is the first course for basic firefighting skills. Quite physically demanding with practical
firefighting activities throughout. Meets or exceeds the objectives of the standard Georgia Fire
Academy Module I course including: firefighter orientation and safety, protective clothing, fire
behavior: breathing apparatus, ropes: knots and hoisting, ladders, forcible entry, ventilation, fire
streams, hoe and appliances, water supply, introduction to fire control, fire rescue, safety review
and work stations, salvage, overhaul, structural fire simulations physical training/skill review,
practical testing/study groups, and written testing.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: FSC 102.
ADD:
FSC 104 - Basic Firefighter: Module II (4 contact, 3 credit)
When combined with FSC 103 Basic Firefighter Module I, meets or exceeds the Georgia Fire
Academy Module II. This class combines hands on, live fire training and other physically
demanding firefighting activities. Topics include: life safety ropes and extinguishment, portable
fire extinguishers, sprinkler operations, water supplies, fire tactics and safety, foam fire streams,
ground cover/wildland fires, class a fires, dumpster fires, vehicle fires, structural fires, emergency
response to fires, practical testing/study groups and written testing.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: FSC 102, FSC 103.
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FSC 105 - Fire and Life Safety Educator (5 contact, 5 credit)
This course addresses some of the most important responsibilities of the modern fire services;
teaching the public to prevent, or if needed, escape fires and related emergencies. We have
adopted the approach that we must learn from each incident, then put the information to work to
prevent fires and fire losses through public fire and life safety education. Topics include: the fire
fighter’s responsibility for fire investigation, fire reporting, introduction to the use of fire data,
home fire safety inspections, introductions to fire and life safety education, fire and life safety
fundamentals, fire and life safety resources, planning fire and life safety education, evaluating and
selecting educational materials, working with the media preparing instruction, teaching
techniques, fire and life safety education presentation, presentation evaluation and written testing. Successful candidates will receive a Georgia Fire Academy certificate and NPQ certification for
fire and safety education I.
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FSC 110 - Fire Service Supervision and Leadership (5 contact, 5 credit)
This course introduces common supervision and leadership theories and practices with emphasis
on the unique supervisory requirements created by the nature of the fire department shift work
and change from emergency to non-emergency situations. Topics include: management styles
and types, leading effectively, stress management, time management, group dynamics,
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communication, motivation, counseling, conflict resolution, and total quality management
principles and continuous quality improvement.
Prerequisite: Program admission
ADD:
FSC 121 - Fire Fighting Strategy and Tactics (6 contact, 5 credit)
This course presents the principles of applying fire department resources to mitigate a fire or
related emergency. General topics include principles of fire fighting, size-up, engine company
operations, hose line selection and placement, water supply, standpipe and sprinkler operations,
ladder company operations, forcible entry, ventilation, and search and rescue.
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FSC 132 - Fire Service Instructor (6 contact, 5 credit)
Students will learn to analyze jobs and information, then prepare and present related training.
Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, presenting, and testing, using methodologies
appropriate to the subject. Topic include: Orientation to emergency Services Instruction,
Communication, Planning and Analysis, Objectives, Learning, Assessment , Methods of
Instruction, Instructor Materials, Media, Training Related Group Dynamics, Classroom
Management, The Legal Environment, and NPQ Fire Instructor I. Students will have numerous
hands-on opportunities to apply what they learn. Successful completers of FSC 132 are qualified
to test for the National Professional Qualification (NPQ) Fire Instructor I Exam.
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 141 - Hazardous Materials (5 contact, 5 credit)
Study of basic fundamentals of chemistry used in fire science, types of chemical and processes;
study of laws pertaining to use storage and transportation of chemicals - specifically hazardous
chemicals. Emphasis is placed on emergency service in combating, controlling and coordinating a
hazardous materials incident and NFPA 472 and NPQ hazardous material operations. Other topics
include: types of chemical and processes, laws pertaining to use storage and transporting
chemicals, and hazardous materials incidents. Successful completers of FSC 141 are qualified to
test for the National Professional Qualification (NPQ) Hazardous Materials – Operations Level
Exam.
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 151 - Fire Prevention and Inspection (6 contact, 5 credit)
Emphasis is placed on the shared responsibility of all fire service personnel to prevent fires and
fire losses by survey of fire prevention activities, conducting basic fire prevention inspections,
practicing life safety codes, review of local and state laws regarding fire inspection, and review of
applicable codes and standards. Topics include: code administration, inspection, use and
occupancy, building limitations and types of construction, fire resistive construction elements,
installation of fire protection systems, mean of egress, interior finish requirements, general fire
safety provisions, maintenance of fire protection systems, means of egress maintenance for
occupancies, hazardous materials, flammable liquids and aerosols, detonation and deflagration
hazards, hazardous assembly occupancies, other storage and processing occupancies, compressed
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gases and cryogenic liquids, pesticides and other health hazards, and using referenced standards.
Successful completers of FSC 151 are qualified to test for the National Professional Qualification
(NPQ) Inspector Level-I exam.
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 161 - Fire Service Safety and Loss Control (5 contact, 5 credit)
The course will provide students with skills to analyze the causes of firefighter death and injuries.
The importance of firefighter health and fitness will be presented with an emphasis on individual
and Departmental programs. The overall health and safety concerning pre-response, response,
and post-response activities will be evaluated. The course will examine the role of the Health and
Safety Officer in identifying, implementing, and evaluating policy and procedures that affect
health and safety aspects for emergency responders. Additionally, the role of the Incident Safety
Officer while assigned as a safety officer within the incident command system will be explored.
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 201 - Fire Service Management (5 contact, 5 credit)
Presents an introduction to Fire Service Management, management theories, responsibilities and
concepts are discussed beginning from a historical perspective and leading to practical modern
methods. Topics include: organization management, planning for and evaluating community fire
protection, program management, managing innovation, financial management, personnel
management, training, emergency management, emergency medical systems, community
relations, public fire safety education, alternative delivery systems, equipment and buildings, and
special operations, and legal aspects of fire service management.
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 210 - Fire Service Hydraulics (6 contact, 5 credit)
Begins with the history and theories of the use of water for fire extinguishments then moves to
practical application of the principles of hydraulics in water systems and on the fire ground. Topics
include water at rest and in motion, velocity and discharge, water distribution systems, fire
service pumps, friction loss, engine and nozzle pressures, fire streams, supplying and stand pump
systems, automatic sprinkler systems, fire fighting foams, and the clip board friction loss system.
ADD:
FSC 220 - Fire Protection Systems (5 contact, 5 credit)
A review of fire detection and protection systems including automatic sprinkler systems, portable
fire extinguishers, restaurant/kitchen systems, special hazard systems, detection systems, and
control systems. The applicable laws, codes and standards will be introduced along with
regulatory and support agencies.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: FSC 210.
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FSC 230 - Fire Service Building Construction (5 contact, 5 credit)
Presents building construction features from the perspective of the fire service with emphasis
placed on the use of building construction information to prevent and reduce fire fighter and
civilian deaths and injuries. Topics include: principles of building construction, wood
construction, ordinary construction, garden apartments, principles of fire resistance, steel
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construction, concrete construction, fire growth, smoke containment, high rise construction,
trusses, automatic sprinklers, rack storage, building under construction, and prefire planning
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 241 - Incident Command (6 contact, 5 credit)
The Incident Command course is designed to illustrate the responsibilities to use, deploy,
implement, and/or function within an Incident Command System (ICS) as well as functioning
within multi-jurisdictions incident under the Incident Management System (IMS). The course
emphasizes the need for incident management systems, an overview of the structure and
expandable nature of ICS, an understanding of the command skills needed by departmental
officers to use ICS guidelines effectively, and scenario practice on how to apply ICS and IMS. The
National Incident Management System (NIMS) will illustrate and provide the consistent
nationwide template to enable all government, private-sectors, and non-governmental
organizations to work together during virtual all domestic incidents. This course will cover NIMS
100, 200, 700, and 800 disciplines.
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 260 - Fire Service Information Management (5 contact, 5 credit)
This course begins with fundamentals of information gathering and report writing as they apply to
the fire service then narrows its scope to include specific types of record keeping. Topics include
narrative reports; personnel records; training records; vehicle and physical maintenance records;
incident reports using the national fire incident reporting system; incident investigation reports;
inspection reports; budget documentation; news releases and applicable laws, standards,
procedures and recommendations for reports and fire loss data. A review of use of computers for
each operation will be included as topics are covered.
Prerequisite: Program admission
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FSC 270 – Fire/Arson Investigation (6 contact, 5 credit)
Presents an introduction to Fire Investigation. Emphasis is placed upon: fire behavior, combustion
properties of various materials, sources of ignition, and investigative techniques for - structures,
grassland, wildland, automobiles, vehicles, ships and other types of fire investigation, causes of
electrical fires, chemical fires, explosive evaluations, laboratory operation, techniques used in fire
deaths and injuries, arson as a crime, other techniques, State and Federal laws, and future trends
in fire investigative technology.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: FSC 260.
HRT 101, Introduction to Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
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HRT 106, Food and Beverage Management
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
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HRT 120, Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management O.B.I. II
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
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IDS 110, Fundamentals of Motor Controls
No Prerequisite
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IDS 141, Basic Industrial PLCs
Prerequisite/Corequisite is IDS 121 only.
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MAS 151, Medical Procedures Coding I
Course title is MAS 151, ICD-9-CM Coding I
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MAS 152, Medical Procedures Coding II
Course title is MAS 152, ICD-9 Coding II
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MAT 096, Math II
Prerequisite: Entrance Math score in accordance with approved DTAE admission score levels.
299
MAT 101, General Mathematics
Delete "C" or higher required for the course.
299
MAT 193, College Trigonometry
Prerequisite: MAT 191
300
MAT 194, Precalculus
Prerequisite: MAT 191 with a grade of C or better
300
MKT 101, Principles of Management
Prerequisites: ENG 191 (Degree) or ENG 111 (Diploma)
302
MKT 136, Retail Management O.B.I. I
Prerequisites: Program admission, ENG 111, MKT 101 or instructor permission based upon
experience
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MSD 109, Managerial Accounting & Finance
Prerequisite: Program admission
306
MSD 114, Organizational Communications and Information Technology
Prerequisites: Provisional admission, SCT 100
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MSD 220, Management and Supervision Occupation-Based Instruction
Prerequisite: Program Admission
308
NSG 212, Pediatric Nursing
Corequisites: NPT 212, NPT 213, NSG 212
309
OPD 106, Optical Laboratory Techniques I
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Provisional Admission
310
PHR 100, Pharmaceutical Calculations
Prerequisite: MAT 101
311
RAD 103, Body Trunk and Upper Extremity Procedures
Prerequisites: AHS 101, RAD 101
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PSY 191, Introductory Psychology
Prerequisite: Program Admission
312
RAD 106 Lower Extremity and Spine Procedures
Prerequisites: RAD 101
312
RAD 109, Contrast Procedures
Prerequisite: RAD 101
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RAD 113, Cranium Procedures
Prerequisite: RAD 101
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RAD 117, Radiographic Imaging Equipment
Prerequisite: RAD 116
312
RAD 119, Radiographic Pathology and Medical Terminology
Prerequisite: AHS 101
312
RAD 120, Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection
Prerequisite: Program admission level competency in math and English
312
RAD 123, Radiologic Science
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MAT 103
314
RAD 225, Computed Tomography Clinical Application
15 Contact, 5 Credit
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RDG 096, Reading II
Prerequisite: Entrance Reading score in accordance with approved DTAE admission score levels.
316
SUR 101, Introduction to Surgical Technology
Prerequisite: Program Admission Corequisite: SUR 109
316
SUR 102, Principles of Surgical Technology
Prerequisites: SUR 101, SUR 108, SUR 109 and PSY 101
316
SUR 108, Surgical Microbiology
Prerequisites: Program Admission, AHS 104, AHS 109, AHS 101, SCT 100; ENG 101, MAT 101
Corequisites: SUR 101 and PSY 101
317
SUR 109, Surgical Patient Care
Prerequisites: Program Admission, AHS 104, AHS 109, AHS 101, SCT 100; ENG 101, MAT 101, PSY
101 Corequisites: SUR 101, SUR 108, AHS 104
317
SUR 110, Surgical Pharmacology
Prerequisites: SUR 101, SUR 108, SUR 109, MAT 101, PSY 101 Corequisites: SUR 101,SUR 102, SUR
109
317
SUR 112, Introductory Surgical Practicum
Prerequisites: Program admission, AHS 101, SUR 101 (taken no longer than 6 months prior to
enrollment in SUR 112) Corequisite: SUR 102
318
VET 103, Introduction to Nursing and Surgical Procedures
Prerequisites: BIO 191, VET 101
318
VET 106, Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Prerequisites: VET 101, BIO 191
318
VET 111, Veterinary Pathology and Diseases
Prerequisites: VET 101, BIO 191
319
VET 221, Laboratory and Exotic Animals
Prerequisites: VET 101, VET 103, VET 106
319
VET 230, Internship
Prerequisites: VET 106, VET 212, VET 213, VET 216, VET 221, VET 222, VET 223
OTC Catalog and Student Handbook Addendum
January 15, 2008
DFS
OTC Catalog and Student Handbook Addendum
January 15, 2008
DFS