Kilgore College Course Description

CAD Computer Aided Drafting:
 
DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting (3-2-4)
Introduction to computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinate systems; and plot/print to scale. F, Sp (1513020011).
 

Welding:
 
WLDG 1421 Welding Fundamentals (4-3-3)
An introduction to the fundamentals of equipment used in oxy-fuel and arc welding, including welding and cutting safety, basic oxy-fuel welding and cutting, basic arc welding processes and basic metallurgy. F (4805080000).
 

Process Technology:
 
PTAC 1302 Introduction to Process Technology (3-3-0)
Introduction to chemical and refinery plant operations. Topics include process technician duties, responsibilities and expectations; plant organizations; plant process and utility systems; and the physical and mental requirements of the process technician. F, Sp (4103010000)
 

Health Science Technology:
 
MT SRGT 1301 Medical Terminology (3-3-0)
Study of the basic structure of medical words including prefixes, suffixes, roots, combining forms, plurals, pronunciation, spelling, and the definitions of medical terms. Emphasis is on building a vocabulary required for practice within allied health care professions.

End-of-Course Outcomes: Identify, spell, pronounce, and define root words, prefixes, and suffixes utilized in a basic medical-surgical vocabulary; build basic medical terms using prefixes, suffixes, root words, and combining forms; and define medical terms related to anatomy, physiology, laboratory tests, surgery, pathology, and radiology.
 
HPRS 1201 Introduction to Health Profession (3-3-0)

An overview of roles of various members of the health care system, educational requirements, and issues affecting the delivery of health care.  Students will discuss the roles of various health care professionals in the current health care.  Students will discuss the roles of various health care professionals in the current health care delivery system; outline the educational background methods of credentialing and licensing requirements of health care professions on a state and national level; identify legal and ethical issues affecting the practice of health care professionals; define professionalism and the rights and responsibilities of being a health care professional. Students will also achieve CPR certification through this course.
 

Business:
 
BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications (3-3-0)

Computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems relating to the business environment.  The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics and business-oriented utilization of the Internet.  Keyboarding proficiency is recommended.

Prerequisite:  Eligibility to enroll in READ 0306 and Math 0306.  Laboratory fee $20.
 
ARTC 1302 Graphic Design (3-2-4)

Digital imaging using raster image editing and/or image creation software:  scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image acquisitions.  Students must have a passing score on the THEA reading. 

Lab fee:  $25.00
 

Education:
 
TECA 1311 Educating Young Children (3-3-1)

An introduction to the education of the young child.  Includes developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues.  Course content is aligned with the State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards.  The course requires students to participate in 16 hours of field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.  Student may transfer 3 hrs. (TECA 1311) to a four year college offering Early Childhood specialization in interdisciplinary studies.

Prerequisite:  Eligibility to enroll in READ 0306.