Year 1 - Fall Fall Course Code Course Title Credit Notes BTR 102 Safety Orientation OSHA 10 1 Prerequisite(s): None × Safety Orientation OSHA 10 : BTR 102 This quality safety training course is intended to inform students about the general hazards of construction work. Completion of the Construction Industry Version, which is geared towards new construction projects, major renovation work, and demolition, will prepare students for work that will be completed at the job site. Prerequisite(s): None BTR 106 Introductory Craft Skills 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Introductory Craft Skills : BTR 106 This course will build foundational skills in the construction industry. Students will complete nine modules including modules in the NCCER Core/entry-level subject matter of the industry as well as an introduction to construction drawings. Prerequisite(s): None BTR 116 Carpentry Basics 4 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. × Carpentry Basics : BTR 116 This course is designed to provide the student with a fundamental knowledge of the basic steps involved in all construction projects. While each carpentry task is somewhat different, most involve the same basic steps: working from blueprints, laying out the structure, assembling the structure, and checking the work afterward. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. BTR 121 Floors Walls Ceiling Framing 4 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. × Floors Walls Ceiling Framing : BTR 121 This course will cover framing basics as well as the procedures for laying out and constructing a wood floor using common lumber as well as engineered building materials. The course will also describe the procedures for laying out and framing walls and ceilings including roughing-in door and window openings, construction corners and partition Ts, bracing walls and ceilings, and applying sheathing. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. BTR 131 Roof Framing 3 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. × Roof Framing : BTR 131 This course describes the various kinds of roofs and contains instructions for laying out rafters for gable roofs, hip roofs, and valley instersections. Coverate includes both stick-built and truss-built roofs. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. BTR 136 Windows Doors and Stairs 3 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. × Windows Doors and Stairs : BTR 136 This course describes the various types of windows, skylights, and exterior doors, and provides instructions for installing them. This course also includes instructions for installing weather-stripping and locksets. Additionally, the course will introduce students to the various types of stairs and the common building code requirements related to stairs. The module focuses on the techniques for measuring and calculating rise, run, and stairwell openings, layout of stringers, and fabricating basic stairways. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30) and BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills) with a "C" or better. MO3 Math Option 3 Based upon placement testing requirements. × Math Option : MO3 Based upon placement testing requirements. Year 1 - Spring Spring Course Code Course Title Credit Notes BTR 143 Concrete 1 3 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 or 104, 106, 116, 121, 131 and 136 with a grade of C or higher × Concrete 1 : BTR 143 This course is an introduction to concrete form, placement and finishing. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 or 104, 106, 116, 121, 131 and 136 with a grade of C or higher BTR 155 Drywall, Installation & Finishing 3 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30), BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills), BTR 116 (Carpentry Basics), BTR 121 (Floors, Wall, & Ceiling Framing), BTR 131 (Roof Framing), and BTR 136 (Windows, Doors, & Stairs) with a "C" or better. × Drywall, Installation & Finishing : BTR 155 This course presents instruction, application, and practice in drywall, installation, and finishing for residential and commercial construction. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30), BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills), BTR 116 (Carpentry Basics), BTR 121 (Floors, Wall, & Ceiling Framing), BTR 131 (Roof Framing), and BTR 136 (Windows, Doors, & Stairs) with a "C" or better. BTR 160 Interior Finish Carpentry 5 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30), BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills), BTR 116 (Carpentry Basics), BTR 121 (Floors, Wall, & Ceiling Framing), BTR 131 (Roof Framing), and BTR 136 (Windows, Doors, & Stairs) with a "C" or better. × Interior Finish Carpentry : BTR 160 This course presents instruction, application, and practice in interior finish carpentry including hanging doors, suspended ceilings, and installing baseboards/casing/molding used for residential construction. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30), BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills), BTR 116 (Carpentry Basics), BTR 121 (Floors, Wall, & Ceiling Framing), BTR 131 (Roof Framing), and BTR 136 (Windows, Doors, & Stairs) with a "C" or better. BTR 175 NCCER Carpentry Level 2 4 Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30), BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills), BTR 116 (Carpentry Basics), BTR 121 (Floors, Wall, & Ceiling Framing), BTR 131 (Roof Framing), and BTR 136 (Windows, Doors, & Stairs) with a "C" or better. × NCCER Carpentry Level 2 : BTR 175 This course is designed to provide the student with an advanced knowledge of construction techniques and procedures. It is designed with 11 modules, with written and performance testing of each. Closer attention is given to the envelopment of a structure and the installation of interior products. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102 (OSHA 10) or BTR 104 (OSHA 30), BTR 106 (Introductory Craft Skills), BTR 116 (Carpentry Basics), BTR 121 (Floors, Wall, & Ceiling Framing), BTR 131 (Roof Framing), and BTR 136 (Windows, Doors, & Stairs) with a "C" or better. EMP 1901 Global Employment Standards 1 Prerequisite(s): None × Global Employment Standards : EMP 1901 This course is a study of professional workplace behavior; development of personal, educational, and professional career goals; and understanding of effective job-seeking skills. Also included is an overview of laws relating to labor relations, contracts, and personnel matters. Students completing a certificate or an AAS degree will complete this course near the end of their program of study. Prerequisite(s): None Year 2 - Fall Fall Course Code Course Title Credit Notes EO3 English Option 3 Based upon placement testing requirements. × English Option : EO3 Based upon placement testing requirements. GEE3 General Education Elective 3 Recommended general education elective. × General Education Elective : GEE3 Recommended general education elective. GEE3 General Education Elective (2) 3 Recommended general education elective. × General Education Elective (2) : GEE3 Recommended general education elective. TE3 Technical Elective 3 Suggested technical elective option. × Technical Elective : TE3 Suggested technical elective option. Year 2 - Spring Spring Course Code Course Title Credit Notes GEE3 General Education Elective 3 Recommended general education elective. × General Education Elective : GEE3 Recommended general education elective. TE3 Technical Elective (2) 3 Suggested technical elective option. × Technical Elective (2) : TE3 Suggested technical elective option. TE3 Technical Elective (3) 3 Suggested technical elective option. × Technical Elective (3) : TE3 Suggested technical elective option. TE3 Technical Elective 3 Suggested technical elective option. × Technical Elective : TE3 Suggested technical elective option. Course Option English Options Course Code Course Title Credits Notes COM 105 English Composition I 3 Prerequisites: COM 105 with a grade of C or higher. × English Composition I : COM 105 This course provides the students opportunities to practice organizing and writing research-based papers highlighting critical thinking. Library and research skills will be emphasized. COM 106 English Composition II 3 Prerequisites: Meet placement guidelines × English Composition II : COM 106 This course is an introduction to professional and technical writing used in the workplace. The class offers practice in document design and editing. The types of correspondence include memos, letters, e-mail, reports, and instructional manuals. The course will focus on clarity, conciseness, document design, organization, audience recognition, audience involvement and accuracy. Collaboration and teamwork is stressed. Presentations will be practiced during class. COM 110 Technical Writing 3 Prerequisite(s): Meet placement guidelines × Technical Writing : COM 110 This course is an introduction to professional and technical writing used in the workplace. The class offers practice in document design and editing. The types of correspondence include memos, letters, e-mail, reports, and instructional manuals. The course will focus on clarity, conciseness, document design, organization, audience recognition, audience involvement and accuracy. Collaboration and teamwork is stressed. Presentations will be practiced during class. Course Option General Education Electives Course Code Course Title Credits Notes BSC 110 Biology 5 Prerequisite(s): None × Biology : BSC 110 This course will cover the most basic elements of biology, exposing students to a diverse set of issues which will prepare them for future biology coursework. The student will apply the scientific process to problem solving and deductive reasoning to analyze and interpret observations. BSC 125 Anatomy & Physiology 5 Prerequisite(s): BSC 110 with a C or higher or High School Anatomy & Physiology within five years with a ìCî or higher and permission of instructor. × Anatomy & Physiology : BSC 125 This course will enable the student to develop an understanding of the principles in structure and function of the human body systems. This course is an intermediate study designed primarily for pre-professional students in health-related fields. The student will participate in three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. BSC125A and BSC125B are equivalent to SWT BIO2020. BSC 205 Microbiology 5 Prerequisite(s): BSC 110 with a "C" or higher or permission of instructor × Microbiology : BSC 205 This course will enable the student to identify disease causing microorganisms or agents and their role in the disease process, including principles of microbial cell structure, genetics, metabolism, immunity, and control. The student will also be able to demonstrate proficiency in standard laboratory techniques used in inoculation, isolation, incubation, inspection, and identification of bacteria. These techniques also include the examination of fungi, protists, and parasitic worms. In addition, the course will enable the student to demonstrate mechanisms in the prevention and treatment of infectious disease. Three hours of lecture/discussion and four hours of laboratory per week. CHM 105 Introduction to Chemistry 5 Prerequisite(s): High school Algebra with C or higher. × Introduction to Chemistry : CHM 105 This course will enable students to understand the scientific method, improve knowledge of basic math skills, work with scientific materials, and apply scientific reasoning to real world problems. Application will be made by relating structure and behavior of matter to its function in health and life. CHM 110 Chemistry I 5 Prerequisite(s): Secondary or Post-secondary General Chemistry or Physical Science and Algebra within 5 years with grades of C or higher × Chemistry I : CHM 110 This course will enable students to understand the scientific method, improve knowledge of basic math skills, work with scientific materials, and apply scientific reasoning to real world problems. Application will be made by relating structure and behavior of matter to its function in health and life. CHM110A and CHM110B are equivalent to SWT CHM1010 CIS 100 Software Applications 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Software Applications : CIS 100 This course will enable students to work with application software in a career setting or for personal use. Using a project-based approach, students develop an introductory-level competency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Computer concepts are covered as well. COM 110 Technical Writing 3 Prerequisite(s): Meet placement guidelines × Technical Writing : COM 110 This course is an introduction to professional and technical writing used in the workplace. The class offers practice in document design and editing. The types of correspondence include memos, letters, e-mail, reports, and instructional manuals. The course will focus on clarity, conciseness, document design, organization, audience recognition, audience involvement and accuracy. Collaboration and teamwork is stressed. Presentations will be practiced during class. COM 115 Public Speaking 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Public Speaking : COM 115 This course is an elementary course in the study and practice of the basic principles of speech and interpersonal communication with emphasis on critical thinking, the creative and intelligent selection of material, organization and oral presentation. COM 116 Interpersonal Comm 3 Prerequisite(s): Meet placement guidelines × Interpersonal Comm : COM 116 Interpersonal Communications is a course that emphasis verbal and non-verbal communication between and among individuals and small groups. Both personal and professional communication will be studied. HIS 105 U.S. History to 1877 3 Prerequisite(s): None × U.S. History to 1877 : HIS 105 This course will enable the student to gain knowledge of American History from the pre-Columbian era up to the Reconstruction period following the Civil War. Topics will include social, intellectual, political, and economic issues up to 1877. HIS 106 U.S. History Since 1877 3 Prerequisite(s): None × U.S. History Since 1877 : HIS 106 This course will enable the student to gain knowledge of American History from the end of the Reconstruction Period to present day. Topics will include social, political, and economic developments of the Reconstruction era, industrialization, immigration, reform movements, World Wars I and II, foreign policy, and social and cultural trends. MAT 101 Technical Mathematics I 3 Prerequisite(s): Meet placement guidelines × Technical Mathematics I : MAT 101 This is an overview of mathematics course that focuses on technical applications. Topics include basic quantitative problem solving, algebra with technical applications, measurement, proportions, and geometry. This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical background necessary for entering technical career fields. MAT 145 Elementary Statistics 3 Prerequisite(s): Meet Placement Guidelines OR MAT 109 with a grade of C or better OR MAT 110 with a grade of C or better. × Elementary Statistics : MAT 145 Elementary Statistics is an introductory study of the fundamentals of modern statistics and probability. The main topics covered include descriptive methods, inductive statistics, probability, estimation and tests of hypotheses, along with other topics as time allows. MAT 155 Trigonometry 3 Prerequisite: MAT 135 College Algebra with a grade of C or higher. × Trigonometry : MAT 155 Trigonometry courses prepare students for eventual work in calculus and typically include the following topics: trigonometric and circular functions; their inverses and graphs; relations among the parts of a triangle; trigonometric identities and equations; solutions of right and oblique triangles; and complex numbers. NTR 105 Nutrition 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Nutrition : NTR 105 This course provides students with an understanding of the basic nutritional principles that can affect everyday lifestyles. Topics to be covered include: food selection, macronutrients and micronutrients and their function within the body, digestion and absorption of nutrients, energy balance, and water and electrolyte balance. Possible topics to be covered include: use and function of supplements, alcohol metabolism, food safety, sports nutrition, eating disorders, pregnancy and nutritional concerns, and geriatric nutrition. PHY 100 General Physics 3 Prerequisite(s): Intermediate Algebra × General Physics : PHY 100 Physics is the study of translational and rotational motion, force, work, mechanical and thermal energy, linear and angular momentum, fluid mechanics, electricity and magnetism in industrial applications. POL 105 American Government 3 Prerequisite(s): None × American Government : POL 105 This course will enable the student to gain knowledge of American politics through the United States Constitution, civil liberties, political socialization, the media, political parties, the three branches of government, and foreign policy. PSY 100 General Psychology 3 Prerequisite(s): None × General Psychology : PSY 100 This course will serve as an overview of the major fields within psychology with an emphasis on developing an understanding of psychology as the science of human thought and behavior. The learning outcomes and competencies meet or exceed the outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes project for this course, as sanctioned by the Kansas Board of Regents. PSY 125 Human Growth & Development 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Human Growth & Development : PSY 125 This course offers information concerning normal physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development changes that occur in a person from birth to death. Specific information identifying factors which influence human development and changes in family structure and living during the life cycle are covered. SOC 100 Intro to Sociology 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Intro to Sociology : SOC 100 This course is an introduction to the study of the structure and function of human groupings, particularly those which occur in contemporary industrialized cultures. The relationships between the individual and their society, culture, social institutions and more are investigated. Course Option Math Options Course Code Course Title Credits Notes MAT 109 Technical Mathematics II 3 Prerequisites: Meet placement guidelines OR MAT 101 with a grade of C or higher OR MAT 108 with a grade of C or higher × Technical Mathematics II : MAT 109 This is an algebra based mathematics course that focuses on technical applications. Topics include graphing linear equations, systems of linear equations, polynomials, factoring polynomials, quadratic equations, right triangle trigonometry and trigonometry with any angle. This course is designed to provide students with the critical thinking needed for solving complex technical problems. MAT 110 Intermediate Algebra 3 Prerequisite(s): Meet placement guidelines MAT 108 Beginning Algebra with a grade of C or higher × Intermediate Algebra : MAT 110 This course is designed for students who have only one year of high school algebra and provides the algebraic skills necessary to begin conceptualizing abstract mathematical concepts in preparation for College Algebra. Topics covered will include Number Systems, Linear Equations and Inequalities, Lines, Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities, Polynomials, Exponents, Rational Expressions and Quadratic Equations. MAT 135 College Algebra 3 Prerequisites: Meet Placement Guidelines OR MAT 109 with a grade of C or better OR MAT 110 with a grade of C or better. × College Algebra : MAT 135 College Algebra is a comprehensive overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra. Topics include analyzing graphs of functions and equations (including symmetry, intercepts, left- and right- hand behavior, asymptotes and transformations); utilizing functional notation; determining the domain and range of a function; writing an equation that describes a function or a circle given its description; using graphs of functions for analysis; performing arithmetic combinations and compositions of functions; finding the inverse of a function; and solving equations, inequalities and systems of equations by various methods (including matrices). Course Option Technical Elective Options Course Code Course Title Credits Notes ACC 100 Business Accounting 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Business Accounting : ACC 100 Business Accounting includes the theory and practice associated with double-entry accounting. Special emphasis is placed on the preparation of the documents necessary to complete the accounting cycle. Topics include: transactions, journals, financial statements, schedules, adjustments/closing entries, accounting cycle, cash control, bank reconciliation, and payroll. BTR 104 OSHA 30 Construction Industry Certification 2 Prerequisite(s): None × OSHA 30 Construction Industry Certification : BTR 104 The OSHA 30 training program is intended training for supervisors and employees alike. The program helps the trainees to be more knowledgeable about workplace hazards, their rights and contribution to the workforce ensuring a secure work site. BUS 111 Personal Finance 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Personal Finance : BUS 111 This course focuses on basic skills in the management of money with an emphasis on the viewpoint of the individual. Topics to be covered include budgeting, bank accounts, credit cards, borrowing, real estate and housing, transportation, savings, investments, insurance, taxation, retirement, and estate planning. BUS 126 Introduction to Business 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Introduction to Business : BUS 126 This course is a foundation course on business and its importance in a free market economy and includes a study of types of business ownership and operations. Business terminology is used to understand and interpret business news and information. BUS 185 Business Ethics and Human Relations 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Business Ethics and Human Relations : BUS 185 This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues facing the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral development. The course emphasizes employability skills such as communication, work habits and attitudes, ethics, conflict management, motivation and problem solving, self-concept, perception, self-awareness, personality, values and communications. BUS 255 Principles of Management 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Principles of Management : BUS 255 This course teaches the basic components of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. The course will focus on the fundamentals of management as they are practiced today.