MATC 2023-24 Catalog

SOCSCI – SURGT DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

these con fl icts, and analyze the factors that in fl uence how we identify, de fi ne, manage, and defuse these con fl icts. SPEECH-211 Credits:3 Intro. Argumentation & Debate This course is designed to provide an introduction to the principles of argumentation, debate, and logic. Students will examine di ff erent models of argument, learn how to structure and support arguments, and practice those skills in individual speaking, partnered, and group contexts. SPEECH-212 Credits:3 Introduction to Theater This course examines the history and development of theater in its various forms. Primarily the course examines the technical and artistic elements of theater to provide students with a general understanding and appreciation of this art form. Students attend and critique several theater productions. SURGT – Surgical Technology (Department 512) SURGT-125 Credits:4 Intro to Surgical Technology This course provides the foundational knowledge of the occupational environment. Principles of sterilization and disinfection are learned. Surgical instruments are introduced. Preoperative patient care concepts are simulated. Lab practice is included. Prerequisite(s): Complete BIOSCI-107 or NATSCI-197 (minimum grade C+). Must be admitted to the Surgical Technology program (10-512-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in HEALTH-101. SURGT-126 Credits:4 Surgical Tech Fundamentals 1 This course focuses on preparing the patient and operating room for surgery. Principles of sterile technique are emphasized as the student moves into the scrub role. Lab practice is included. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Surgical Technology program (10-512-1). Complete SURGT-125. Completion of or currently enrolled in SURGT-127. SURGT-127 Credits:2 Exploring Surgical Issues This course explores a variety of issues related to surgical technology. Emphasis is placed on becoming a professional member of the surgical team. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to Surgical Technology program (10-512-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in SURGT-125. SURGT-128 Credits:4 Surgical Tech Fundamentals 2 This course focuses on enhancing surgical technology skills while functioning as a sterile team member. Lab and/or clinical

SOCSCI-221 Credits:3 American National Government and Politics Today This introductory course in political science is concerned with the American political process and its institutions: the Constitution, civil rights and freedoms, Congress, the presidency, federal powers and policy-making, the federal judiciary and the election process in American political cultures. SOCSCI-222 Credits:3 American State and Local Government This is a comprehensive course that deals with the organization and functions of state and local governments: state executive, legislative and judicial branches; state constitutions; contemporary intergovernmental relations; di ff erences in regional, rural and urban governments; and the political process at the grassroots level. SOCSCI-224 Credits:3 Peoples & Cultures of the World The course will introduce students to di ff erent cultures across the world. It will speci fi cally examine human behaviors and the larger society cross-culturally. The course will be organized thematically, wherein students will explore various cross-cultural applications of social life in one semester. Possible themes of social life include AIDS and Society, Culture and International Development, Globalization and Society, Technology and Culture, Religion and Society, Kinship, Marriage, Art and Culture, Nationalism, Children and Society. SOCSCI-236 Credits:3 Juvenile Delinquency The history, philosophy and theoretical framework of juvenile delinquency and the justice system for juveniles is surveyed. Psychological, sociological, biological and environmental factors in fl uencing juvenile delinquency are studied. Signi fi cant statutes and Supreme Court decisions are analyzed along with signi fi cant research in ethnicity and gender. SOCSCI-242 Credits:3 African-American Social Thought and Culture This is an introduction to the diversity of African-American social thought and culture. The course includes exploration into the ideologies of prominent African American social thinkers and sociologists and the underlying structure and patterns of African-American culture. SOCSCI-246 Credits:3 Human Sexuality This course focuses on the biological, psychological and social perspectives of human sexuality. It is a practical course designed to be applied to the everyday business of living, at home, in school and in the workplace.

SOCSCI-250

Credits:3

Introduction to Philosophy This course surveys the major fi gures and doctrines of Western philosophy from classical antiquity to present times. The course also involves discussions of fundamental philosophical questions, especially questions having practical socio ethical implications. SPEECH (Department 810) SPEECH-201 Credits:3 Elements of Speech 1 The purpose of this course is the development of speaking skills. Stress is placed upon speech content, organization and delivery. Growth in poise and con fi dence is a major goal of this course. SPEECH-203 Credits:3 Interpersonal Communication This course applies the theory and principles of one-to-one communication to personal and professional relationships. Topics include gender, self-awareness, verbal and nonverbal communication, con fl ict management, assertiveness and perception. SPEECH-206 Credits:3 Intercultural Communication The course o ff ers an opportunity to learn how to identify and appreciate cultural di ff erences in terms of communication styles. Students will improve their ability to communicate, both personally and professionally, with others of di ff erent cultures. SPEECH-209 Credits:3 Business and Professional Comm This course is an introduction to business and professional communication. The course includes a rough discussion of intrapersonal, interpersonal, and/or socio-cultural factors associated with individual behavior, collective action, or societal development. The course also aims to enhance students’ ability to identify, apply and e ff ectively communicate methodologies designed for conducting an inquiry into human behavior, collective action, societies, or cultures. Several practical elements are built into the course based on foregoing considerations (e.g., impromptu speaking, career interview, and presentation). Prerequisite(s): Complete SPEECH-203. SPEECH-210 Credits:3 Con fl ict and Communication The emphasis of this course is on developing communication behaviors that productively manage con fl ict; it is structured to integrate communication theory with practical application. Through readings, lectures, sample con fl ict cases, and interviews, as well as through in-class discussion and exercises, this course will address both intra-personal and inter-personal con fl icts that occur in diverse settings, examine the sources of

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