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PEAC 1295 - Beginning Backpacking
Credits: 1
This course will introduce beginners to the basics of weekend backpacking so that they can pursue future trips with more confidence. Topics will include recommendation for conditioning, food/drink, clothing, footwear, basic equipment and emergency equipment. The following skills will be discussed and practiced during the trip: selecting clothing, food and equipment, packing a pack effectively and adjusting the pack for a proper fit, basic map reading, choosing a camp site and minimizing impact on the land, and protecting food and equipment from animals. The course will involve lecture/discussion sessions followed by a weekend trip, three days/two nights, in the local mountains.
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PEAC 1296 - Desert Living Skills
Credits: 1
Desert Living Skills is an introduction to the special nature of traveling, camping and surviving in the deserts of the world. Regardless of why a person has entered the desert; be it for recreation, occupation, education or accidentally, the desert is a harsh and unforgiving environment. The student will be introduced to the mental, physical and material “tools” to deal successfully with that environment.
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PEAC 1297 - Whitewater Rafting
Credits: 1
Introductory course in whitewater rafting. Topics include equipment, river safety, river hazards and accidents, river reading and water situations, first aid, trip planning including meal preparation and river ethics.
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PEAC 1298 - Snowshoeing
Credits: 1
Introduction to snowshoeing is a recreational sport with an emphasis on fitness, equipment, and safety. Major topics include: clothing systems, cold weather injuries, snow shelters, avalanche awareness and safe winter travel. This course will have both classroom and outdoor activity portions.
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PEAC 1308 - Hike & Fish
Credits: 1
This course will introduce beginners to the basics of hiking and fly-fishing so that they can pursue future trips with more confidence. Topics will include choosing proper equipment, how to hike effectively, and minimizing impact on the land. The techniques of fly-fishing will be emphasized and practiced. Care of equipment, safety and determining fish behaviors will also be covered. The course will involve lecture/discussion sessions followed by a day hike and a weekend trip, two days/ one night in hiking and fishing.
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PEAC 1309 - Hike-Camp-Fish
Credits: 2
This course will introduce beginners to the basics of backpacking and fly-fishing so that they can pursue future trips with more confidence. Topics will include choosing proper equipment, how to pack a pack effectively, minimizing impact on the land, and protecting food and equipment from animals. The techniques of fly-fishing will be emphasized and practiced. Care equipment, safety and determining fish behaviors will also be covered. The course will involve lecture/discussion sessions followed by a day hike and a weekend trip, three days/two nights in the local mountains.
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PEAC 1320 - Big Game Habitat Skills
Credits: 1
This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to find and identify Wyoming146s big game animals. Primary emphasis will be placed on rocky mountain elk, mule deer, antelope and moose. Students will also be introduced to the necessary hunting equipment required to pursue these animals, as well as the physical conditioning needed to safely hunt in high altitude rugged terrain. Emphasis will also be placed on the role of hunters in the management of big game and current conservation issues facing big game herds in Wyoming.
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PEAC 1340 - Mountain Biking
Credits: 1
Introduction to the fundamentals of mountain biking to include bike selection, fit, basic maintenance, and riding techniques.
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PEAC 1387 - Indoor Rock Climbing
Credits: 1
This course introduces the students to climbing, bouldering, sport climbing and climbing games in an indoor setting. Participants will gain knowledge and skills so that they may feel confident and comfortable in indoor climbing situations or gyms.
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PEAC 2005 - Personalized Fitness I
Credits: 2
This is phase one of a two-phase lecture/lab conditioning program. This course is a general conditioning program which includes the four areas of fitness: cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscular strength and muscular endurance. Personal exercise prescriptions will be written by the instructor.
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PEAC 2012 - Advanced Scuba Diving
Credits: 1
This course is for students who want to continue with their underwater education. A diver need not be advanced to take this course. This course will provide students with the opportunity to sharpen their scuba and safety skills. Five underwater dives will be completed which will introduce students to underwater career opportunities. Topics include natural navigation, the body and diving, advanced diving procedures, aquatic biology, deep diving and 5 open water dives. A lab fee will be required.
Prerequisite: PEAC 1015 or Open Water Certification
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PEAC 2017 - Water Safety Instructor
Credits: 1
This course is designed for the advanced swimmer. Students will learn instructor skills for teaching the progressively more difficult swimming courses. Students will learn all of the skills for each course and how to properly teach that skills with safety in mind.
Prerequisite: PEAC 2018 or must be a life guard
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PEAC 2018 - Lifeguard Training
Credits: 1
Lifeguard Training is designed for the more advanced swimmer and concentrates on lifeguard training skills and the knowledge required to become a lifeguard at a swimming pool and at non-surf beach areas. CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid are included included in the course.
Prerequisite: Intermediate or advanced swimming ability Successful completion of skills test or instructor’s permission
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PEAC 2025 - Wilderness Navigation
Credits: 1
Wilderness Navigation is a comprehensive introduction to the special nature of traveling and navigating in the wilderness. Regardless of why a person has entered the wilderness; be it for recreation, occupation, education or accidentally, the wilderness can be a harsh and unforgiving environment. The student will be introduced to the skills, maps, and the magnetic compass to successfully navigate within the environment. Opportunities will be provided to practice these skills in the field while hiking and navigating through rough terrain.
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PEAC 2254 - Snowboard Riding II
Credits: 1
This course emphasizes further development of the fundamental skills of snowboard riding. The course is designed to enhance all-mountain riding skills, free-riding skills, and freestyle riding skills. The emphasis will be on technique, conditioning, and safety. The class has classroom and activity portions.
Prerequisite: PEAC 1254
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PEAC 2280 - Fly Fishing II
Credits: 2
This course is designed to teach students advanced fly fishing techniques including: casting for greater accuracy and distance, angling techniques for various types of water and proper methods for catch release fishing. Students will also learn basic aquatic entomology and the production of artificial flies to accurately imitate real insects. Special attention will be placed on species identification and on the role that anglers play in conservation. Weekend trip involved. This course does not meet the Health Human Activity general education requirement for graduation.
Prerequisite: PEAC 1280
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PEAC 2294 - Intermediate Yoga
Credits: 1
This course advances the practice of yoga, continuing to improve physical and mental health through the non-competitive and introspective practice of more advanced asanas (poses), breathing techniques, and meditation. It is appropriate for men and women of all ages who demonstrate the knowledge, strength, and skill necessary to keep themselves safe in a more advanced practice.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 1010 - Cheerleading
Credits: 1
This is a course designed for the Pep Squad/Mascot to learn and practice cheers and dance routines to be performed at athletic events. Students will also develop, prepare, organize and participate in activities with fellow students in order to promote school spirit.
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PEAT 1070 - Varsity Wrestling I
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Wrestling Team and focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in wrestling including rules, strategy, conditioning, holds, moves, escapes, mental discipline and sportsmanship. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
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PEAT 1071 - Varsity Wrestling II
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Wrestling Team and focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in wrestling including rules, strategy, conditioning, holds, moves, escapes, mental discipline and sportsmanship. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 1072 - Varsity Wrestling III
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Wrestling Team and focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in wrestling including rules, strategy, conditioning, holds, moves, escapes, mental discipline and sportsmanship. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission.
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PEAT 1073 - Varsity Wrestling IV
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Wrestling Team and focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in wrestling including rules, strategy, conditioning, holds, moves, escapes, mental discipline and sportsmanship. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 1075 - Varsity Basketball I
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate basketball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in basketball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Basketball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 1076 - Varsity Basketball II
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate basketball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in basketball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Basketball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 1080 - Varsity Volleyball I
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate volleyball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in volleyball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Volleyball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 1085 - Varsity Volleyball II
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate volleyball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in volleyball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Volleyball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 2071 - Varsity Soccer I
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate soccer team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in soccer. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Soccer program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
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PEAT 2072 - Varsity Soccer II
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate soccer team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in soccer. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Soccer program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 2073 - Varsity Soccer III
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate soccer team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in soccer. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Soccer program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 2074 - Varsity Soccer IV
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate soccer team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in soccer. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Soccer program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 2075 - Varsity Basketball III
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate basketball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in basketball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Basketball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 2076 - Varsity Basketball IV
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate basketball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in basketball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Basketball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 2080 - Varsity Volleyball III
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate volleyball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in volleyball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Volleyball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEAT 2085 - Varsity Volleyball IV
Credits: 1
This course is designed for members of the Western Wyoming Community College Region IX intercollegiate volleyball team, which focuses on advanced skill development with emphasis on team progressions in volleyball. To enroll in this course, students must be a member of the Western Wyoming Community College Varsity Volleyball program. The athlete must be a recruited walk on or scholarship athlete.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PEPR 1130 - Teaching Individual/Group Fitness
Credits: 3
This course is designed for individuals to learn how to safely instruct individual and group training/fitness sessions. Students learn proper technique for a variety of exercises using a various types of equipment and body weight. Students will learn how to teach and critique proper form for the exercises they learn. Analysis and correction of others’ technique will be emphasized. Students will learn how to safely and effectively teach exercises in a group setting. New exercises will be taught and perfected throughout the semester. By the end of the course, students will have learned how to correctly perform exercises and be able to teach, analyze and correct the exercise technique of others. Emphasis is placed on teaching safe and effective use of all equipment.
Prerequisite: PEPR 2130 (May be taken concurrently)
Corequisite: PEPR 2130
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PEPR 2037 - Introduction to Sport Psychology
Credits: 3
Sport Psychology is the study of mental factors affecting athletic skills and performance as well as during sports injury, applying psychological science to sports. This course will provide an overview of the growing field of Sport Psychology. Subjects studied during this course will cover the foundations of Sport Psychology, the psychological influence in sport, recreational activity, injury and rehabilitation as well as performance enhancement techniques. Topics will include theoretical foundations of counseling, psychological interventions for performance troubles, and mood dysfunctions through injury, rehabilitation and return to sport.
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PEPR 2120 - Introduction to Exercise Physiology
Credits: 4
This course explores the physiological aspects of human movement. Aspects of exercise, such as muscular and neurological control of movement, metabolism, fatigue response, cardiovascular control and the training affects of exercise are discussed. The course also explores how nutrition, environment, drugs, hormones, and other factors affect performance.
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PEPR 2121 - Introduction to Exercise Physiology Lab
Credits: 0
Corequisite: PEPR 2120
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PEPR 2130 - Fundamentals of Exercise Science
Credits: 4
This course teaches the responsibilities and work activities that are necessary for becoming a fitness leader or personal trainer. It is a practical course that stresses application of anatomical and physiological concepts related to exercise. Major topics include exercise screening, program design, proper exercise techniques, injury prevention and legal issues. In addition, this course will prepare students to take the national certification exam given by the American Council on Exercise.
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PEPR 2140 - Personal Trainer Certification Review
Credits: 1
This course reviews the knowledge base and responsibilities that are necessary for becoming a personal trainer. It is an exam review course that covers exercise screening, individualized program design, proper exercise techniques, exercise science principles, methods of training, leadership and implementation, and legal issues. In addition, this course will prepare students to take the national personal trainer certification exam given by the American Council on Exercise (ACE).
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PEPR 2230 - Applied Exercise Science
Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of PEPR 2130 . The purpose of the course is to further explore the topics related to the responsibilities and work activities that are necessary for becoming a fitness leader or personal trainer. In addition to expanding on the topics addressed in Fundamentals of Exercise Science, major topics presented in this course include basic functional anatomy and biomechanics, basic exercise physiology, and program design and periodization. It is a practical course that stresses application of anatomical and physiological concepts related to exercise. This course will be helpful for the student preparing to take a national personal trainer certification exam.
Prerequisite: PEPR 2130 (C or better)
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PEPR 2400 - Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology
Credits: 4
This course explores the physiological aspects of human movement. Aspects of exercise, such as muscular and neurological control of movement, metabolism, fatigue response, cardiovascular control and the training effects of exercise are discussed. The course also explores how nutrition, environment, drugs, hormones, and other factors affect performance.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2010 or BIOL 2015 , or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 2010 and BIOL 2015
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PEPR 2470 - Exercise Science Practicum I
Credits: 0.5
Students will apply their exercise science knowledge and skills gained from their Exercise Science courses and practicum sessions to real-life settings.
Prerequisite: PEPR 2130 (May be taken concurrently)
Corequisite: PEPR 2130
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PEPR 2471 - Exercise Science Practicum II
Credits: 0.5
Students will apply their exercise science knowledge and skills gained from their Exercise Science courses and practicum training sessions to real-life settings. Students in this course will organize, supervise, train, and lead Exercise Science Practicum I students.
Prerequisite: PEPR 2470
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 1000 - Introduction to Philosophy
Credits: 3
This introductory course is designed to provide a sampling of some of the important ideas and issues of philosophy as they relate to us today. It consists of reading and discussion of classical and contemporary writers who address such questions as how we should live our lives, whether or not we have free will, and what we can know about the nature of reality and of the mind.
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PHLB 1810 - Phlebotomy Principles and Practice
Credits: 4
This course will introduce the student to the profession and practice of phlebotomy. Course activities and projects provide the student with knowledge and skills necessary to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions including vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture specimen collection on adults, children and infants. Students will also observe and practice phlebotomy skills and job tasks. Infection prevention, universal precautions, proper patient identification, specimen acquisition, handling and processing, labeling, and quality assurance are emphasized. Professional conduct, certification and federal regulatory issues will be covered as well. These topics will be explored in the classroom and then put into practice in the hands-on laboratory and clinical environments.
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PHYS 1050 - Concepts of Physics
Credits: 4
A one-semester course in which a small number of fundamental physical principles are used to explore a wide range of phenomena. The basic conservation laws and their applications will be stressed. Topics will range from Newtonian mechanics to the modern wave/particle duality of quantum mechanics. The course is designed to satisfy the University of Wyoming physical science requirement. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1050 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1310 .
Prerequisite: MATH 920 , or TECH 1000 , or placement into MATH 930 or higher
Corequisite: PHYS 1051
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PHYS 1051 - Concepts in Physics Lab
Credits: 0
Corequisite: PHYS 1050
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PHYS 1110 - General Physics I
Credits: 4
The first course of a two-semester non-calculus based physics sequence. It is primarily for majors in biology, premedicine and other majors that do not require calculus-based physics. Topics include mechanics, gravitation and heat. Laboratory sessions illustrate the principles studied. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1110 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 . (Generally offered fall semester.) Offered: Generally offered fall semester
Prerequisite: Take MATH 1405 or equivalent
Corequisite: PHYS 1111
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PHYS 1111 - General Physics I Lab
Credits: 0
Corequisite: PHYS 1110
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PHYS 1120 - General Physics II
Credits: 4
The second course of a two-semester non-calculus based physics sequence. Topics include electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Laboratory sessions illustrate the principles studied. (Generally offered spring semester.) Offered: Generally offered spring semester
Prerequisite: Take PHYS 1110
Corequisite: PHYS 1121
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PHYS 1121 - General Physics II Lab
Credits: 0
Corequisite: PHYS 1120
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PHYS 1310 - College Physics I
Credits: 4
The first course of a two semester sequence with calculus. It is primarily for majors in physics, engineering and other majors that require calculus-based physics. Includes classical mechanics, gravitation and thermodynamics. Laboratory sessions illustrate the principles studied and meaning of physical measurement. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1310 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 . (Generally offered fall semester.) Offered: Generally offered fall semester
Prerequisite: MATH 2200 (C or better, or may be taken concurrently)
Corequisite: PHYS 1311
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PHYS 1311 - College Physics Lab
Credits: 0
Corequisite: PHYS 1310
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PHYS 1320 - College Physics II
Credits: 4
The second course of a two-semester sequence with calculus. The course includes electricity, magnetism and optics. Laboratory sessions illustrate the principles studied and meaning of physical measurement. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1320 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 . (Generally offered spring semester.) Offered: Generally offered spring semester
Prerequisite: PHYS 1310 (C or better) and MATH 2205 (may be taken concurrently)
Corequisite: PHYS 1321
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PHYS 1321 - College Physics II Lab
Credits: 0
Corequisite: PHYS 1320
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PLOP 1505 - Plant Operations Electrical
Credits: 3
Topics of study include electrical safety, conductors, grounding, soldering, methods of securing electrical connections, common electrical schematic symbols and use of common electrical test equipment and electrical hand tools. The student will demonstrate the ability to make electrical connections and safely use various types of measurement equipment upon completion of this course.
Prerequisite: MATH 720 and MATH 760 (B or better in both), or TECH 1000 (C or better), or MATH 920 (C or better) or higher
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PLOP 1510 - Plant Operations I
Credits: 3
Basic scientific principles and their applications in a process facility are introduced in this course, along with units of measurement for length, time, mass, pressure, temperature, flow, and level. The relationship between force and motion, the definition of work, and the relationship of work to energy are also covered. In addition, mechanical advantages are used in process equipment. This course will also cover the properties of matter associated with solids, liquids, and gases and demonstrates how these properties influence process systems operation. The molecular structures and related characteristics of solids, liquids, and gases are also discussed.
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PLOP 1515 - Plant Operations Instrumentation
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce the student to basic principles of control systems and provide a basic and functional knowledge of typical instrumentation involved in process control. Topics of study include safety, methods of measurement, and control elements. The course covers various instrumentation methods to measure temperature, pressure, level, and flow. The student must demonstrate the ability to properly connect and troubleshoot a basic instrumentation system upon completion of this course.
Prerequisite: MATH 720 and MATH 760 (B or better in both), or TECH 1000 (C or better), or MATH 920 (C or better) or higher
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PLOP 1520 - Plant Operations II
Credits: 3
This course will cover handling of fluids in a process. It will cover the use of valves, pumps, filtration, heat exchangers, water treatment piping, piping auxiliaries and boilers/furnaces. It will cover the operations, trouble shooting and interaction of these components with the rest of the plant.
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PLOP 1530 - Plant Operations III
Credits: 3
This course will cover operation, function and part identification of: Mechanical Drives and Conveyers. How to trouble shoot this equipment and the interaction of these components have with the rest of the plant. Also it will cover the uses and why Vibration equipment and Thermal Imaging are used by operators.
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PLOP 1540 - Plant Operations IV
Credits: 3
This course will cover proper and safe operations, startups and shut down of the plant simulator. It will also cover safe and efficient operations of skid steers, forklifts and man lifts.
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Political Science |
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POLS 1000 - American & Wyoming Government
Credits: 3
Introduction to the Constitutions and governmental processes of the U. S. and Wyoming. Offered: Every Semester
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POLS 1100 - Wyoming Government
Credits: 1
Introduction to the Constitution and governmental process of Wyoming. Intended for students who have earned credit for American Government at an out-of-state college or by Advance Placement, but have not fulfilled the Wyoming Constitution requirement.
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POLS 1200 - Non-Western Political Cultures
Credits: 3
Gives students appreciation of non-western political cultures and how these cultures have created different political institutions and practices. non-western nations of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East are used as case studies.
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POLS 2000 - Current Issues in American Government
Credits: 3
Examines current political topics in the U. S. Focuses on key public policy problems, policy-making process and the final policy choice. Students must keep abreast of political events on daily basis and apply basic concepts in American government to current affairs.
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POLS 2095 - Introduction to Law and Courts
Credits: 3
An introductory survey of law and courts emphasizing the structure of courts, different forms of law, and the various actors involved in legal conflicts.
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POLS 2128 - Terrorism
Credits: 3
This course deals with one of the most distressing problems of modern time: the accomplishment of political objectives by using innocent civilians as hostages - both physically and psychologically. The subject of terrorism will be discussed according to these three questions: What is terrorism and how might its characteristics best be defined? What are its immediate and underlying causes? What approaches have been proposed to bring it under control? Contemporary examples of actual terrorist situations will serve as illustrations.
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POLS 2250 - Latin American Studies
Credits: 3
During this course, students will study the culture, history and politics of Latin America, from the Rio Grande on the U. S.-Mexico border on the north to the Antarctic tundra of Patagonia and the glaciers of Tierra del Fuego on the south. The course will consider historical events and encounters from pre-Colombian times to contemporary occurrences; the box of disciplinary resources for this adventure will include geography, anthropology, history, political economy, literature, language, and cultural studies. Readings, lectures, in-class discussions, films, written and creative assignments will help explore this fascinating region in the context of its own internal dynamics as well as its relationship with the larger world.
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POLS 2310 - Introduction to International Relations
Credits: 3
Analyzes the nature of international relations, emphasizing various methods of explaining and interpreting the international behavior of nation-states. Illustrates contemporary problems in world politics.
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POLS 2380 - Topics in Political Science
Credits: 1-3
This course provides students with the opportunity to travel to various global destinations. A variety of topics may be explored, including: politics and government, anthropology, art, geography, history, international travel logistics, language, and local culture. It is intended to accommodate various specialized subjects not offered as regular courses. The goal of the course is to provide students with the opportunity to better understand global societies and cultures. Specific travel destinations and itineraries may vary from year to year. This course is approved for S/U grading.
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POLS 2410 - Introduction to Public Administration
Credits: 3
Deals with executive branches of governments in the U.S.: national, state, and local. Considers organizational, political and policy-making aspects of each. Discusses administration in other forms of government, such as interstate compacts and regional agreements.
Prerequisite: POLS 1000
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POLS 2460 - Introduction to Political Philosophy
Credits: 3
Surveys history of Western political thought including study of concepts and approaches to political philosophy.
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POLS 2470 - Internship: Political Science
Credits: 1-4
The objective of this course is to integrate practical political experience with academic knowledge. The student is expected to participate in specifically assigned duties and to observe the broader activities of his sponsoring organization. Internship credit can be earned for work in a US Senator’s or US Congressman’s office or for work with a Wyoming legislator in Cheyenne during the legislative session. A student can earn no more than 8 credits. Must register by mid-semester to get credit.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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Psychology |
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PSYC 1000 - General Psychology
Credits: 3
Surveys the field of psychology through lectures, class discussion and assigned readings. This course includes development of behavior, physiological mechanisms of behavior, perception, motivation and emotion, learning, intelligence, individuality, personality and mental health. Offered: All Semesters
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PSYC 2000 - Research Psychology Methods
Credits: 4
This course introduces students to psychological methods of research. Students will apply various forms of descriptive and experimental designs and will produce a final research project which they have designed and executed. There is a heavy emphasis on application and APA writing. Offered: Spring Semesters
Prerequisite: PSYC 1000 , and STAT 2050 or STAT 2070 (C or better grade in all)
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PSYC 2010 - Grief and Loss
Credits: 2
This course addresses the theoretical framework of human loss and grief from a culturally and philosophically diverse perspective. It seeks to provide information about why and how humans grieve and how grieving is affected by type of loss, socioeconomic and cultural factors, individual personality and family functioning. Attention is focused on life span development and the meaning of death and loss at different ages. Various types of loss are discussed from and individual, family, and socio/cultural perspective. The importance of understanding trauma and its relationship to grief and loss will be addressed. Coping and resiliency in loss are explored, emphasizing the diversity of human response and focusing on the significance of social groups in integrating loss.
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PSYC 2070 - Evolutionary Psychology
Credits: 3
This course explores behavior from an evolutionary perspective. Topics addressed include cooperation, mate choice, parenting, pair bonding, aggression, language and culture. Empirical data presented on these topics derive from non-human primate
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PSYC 2080 - Biological Psychology
Credits: 3
Introduces biological bases of behavior. Includes ethology and comparative behavior, psychobiological development, physiological and sensory mechanisms of behavior, and evolution and behavioral genetics. Presents basic structural and functional properties of the nervous system.
Prerequisite: 4 hours of BIOL and PSYC
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PSYC 2210 - Drugs and Behavior
Credits: 3
Surveys drugs which affect behavior, emphasizing drugs with abuse potential. Includes brief introduction to the chemistry of the brain and how drugs may have their effects. Discusses behavioral, social, historical and medical aspects of each major class of psychoactive drugs.
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PSYC 2250 - Introduction to Health Psychology
Credits: 3
An introduction to the growing partnership between psychology and health care, including history of psychology in health care, theoretical foundations of health and illness, intervention and research techniques, stress and high risk behavior (e. g., substance abuse, eating behaviors, AIDS), and psychology’s contribution to improving outcomes and quality of life in chronic and life-threatening behaviors.
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PSYC 2300 - Developmental Psychology
Credits: 3
Explores development and behavior of children from conception to adolescence, emphasizing major roles played by maturation and learning. This course acquaints students with the area of child study in terms of research findings, theories of child development and present problems.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 2330 - Psychology of Adjustment
Credits: 3
Adjustment is the psychological process of adapting to, coping with and managing the problems, challenges and demands of everyday life. This is a human growth course whereby emphasis is given to application of theory. Students will assess, evaluate and practice skills that allow them to learn to adjust to the problems of everyday life.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1000 or HLED 1003
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PSYC 2340 - Abnormal Psychology
Credits: 3
Provides a general overview of abnormal behavior, emphasizing types, etiology and treatment methods.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 2380 - Social Psychology
Credits: 3
Examines how people’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the presence of others. Course will cover a broad range of theories an research in social psychology.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1000 or SOC 1000
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PSYC 2470 - Internship: Psychology
Credits: 1-3
The Psychology Externship Program provides the opportunity to obtain practical work experience in the clinical field of psychology. Some programs allow for direct interaction between students and clients, while others of a more confidential nature involve observation only. Once a student has completed the observational period, they may graduate to increased involvement in that program. A student can earn no more than four credits and must register by mid-semester.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
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PSYC 2485 - Psychology Seminar
Credits: 1-4
This course will discuss current topics in psychology, generally one theme each semester. Students will discuss, study, and report on that specific topic. The content may vary from semester to semester.
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PTEP 2500 - Introduction to Paramedicine
Credits: 9
This course introduces the paramedic student to basic and advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, research methods, airway management and ventilation, patient interaction and patient assessment sections of the national EMS Education Standards. It also includes professional and wellness considerations for the individual practitioner and patient. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as practical lab exercises and clinical opportunities designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care to those in need. This course meets all national EMS Education Standards.
Prerequisite: Students must apply for entrance, and be accepted into the paramedic program prior to enrollment See Health Care Programs Office Assistant for application and additional prerequisite information
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PTEP 2600 - Medical Emergencies for the Paramedic
Credits: 8
This course integrates assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment and-or disposition plan for a patient with a medical complaint. This course covers the Medical Section of the national EMS Education Standards Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as practical lab exercise and clinical opportunities designed to prepare the student with to provide emergency care to those who are experiencing a medical emergency along with the appropriate care and intervention(s) necessary to insure safe, effective and efficient transport to the most appropriate facility. This course meets all national EMS Education Standards.
Prerequisite: PTEP 2500 (B or better)
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PTEP 2710 - Care of Special Populations for the Paramedic
Credits: 6
This course prepares the student to recognize, assess and provide paramedic interventions related to the special challenges posed by neonate, pediatric, obstetric, geriatrics, and technology dependent patients. Acute interventions for the chronically ill and home care patient are discussed. This course covers the Special Populations Section of the national EMS Education Standards Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as practical lab exercises and clinical opportunities designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care to those specific special population groups that require unique approaches or treatment options based on their specific needs. Emergency care as well as communication techniques and basic use knowledge of selected advanced technology will be explored along with the appropriate care and intervention(s) necessary to insure safe, effective and efficient transport to the most appropriate facility. This course meets all national EMS Education Standards.
Prerequisite: PTEP 2600 (B or better)
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PTEP 2825 - Trauma Emergencies in Paramedic Practice
Credits: 9
This course prepares the student to recognize, assess and provide paramedic interventions related to bodily traumatic injuries. This course covers the Trauma section of the national EMS Education Standards Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as clinical and field experiences designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care to those who have experienced a traumatic injury along with the appropriate care and intervention(s) necessary to ensure safe, effective and efficient transport to the most appropriate facility. Students will also begin rotations with various paramedic Fire/EMS agencies providing rescue vehicle response to advance the skills and performance of paramedic practice. Successful evaluation of professionalism, interpersonal relationships and problem solving under stress, must be completed for recommendation to test for certification/licensure. Students will nominally complete a total of 500 hours of ride time and successfully complete 50 ALS Team Leads during this course and Paramedic 5. A minimum of 20 of the ALS Team Leads MUST BE COMPLETED during Paramedic 5. This Field Clinical time will continue in Paramedic 5 course. This course meets all national EMS Education Standards.
Prerequisite: PTEP 2710 (B or better)
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PTEP 2895 - Paramedic Capstone
Credits: 9.5
This course integrates all previously learned areas to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment and-or disposition plan for a variety of patients with varying degrees of complaints. This course will allow students to solidify and put into practice all that has been learned by applying and integrating epidemiology, Pathophysiology, assessment and advanced concepts applied to the recognition of Advanced Life Support patient problems and treatment modalities. The student will be able to apply the skills and knowledge gained in previous classroom and clinical experience in order to provide quality and appropriate patient care and transportation to the most appropriate facility. Students will also cover knowledge of Emergency Medical Operations covered in the Operations section of the EMT-Paramedic National Standard Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as clinical and field experiences designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care at the paramedic level. Extensive clinical and field internship time will be expected. Classroom time at the end of this course will be spent preparing for state and national certifying examinations, both written and practical. Students will continue rotations with various paramedic Fire/EMS agencies providing rescue vehicle response to advance the skills and performance of paramedic practice. Successful evacuation of professionalism, interpersonal relationships and problem solving under stress, must be completed for recommendation to test for certification/licensure. Students will nominally complete a total of 500 hours of ride time and successfully complete 50 ALS Team Leads during this course and Paramedic 4; A minimum of 20 of the ALS Team Leads MUST BE COMPLETED during Paramedic 5. This course meets all national EMS Education Standards.
Prerequisite: Enrollment by instructor permission only Completion of Paramedic 4 - Trauma Emergencies an EMS Operations in Paramedic Practice with a B or better
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PWRS 1690 - Manual Power Transmission Fundamentals
Credits: 6
This course is designed to introduce the students to the fundamentals, theory, and applications of manual transmissions, differentials, and drivetrain components. The course will cover all basic components of drivetrains including clutches, manual transmissions, drive lines and joints, manual transaxles and drive axles, and conventional differentials. Methods of disassembly, repair and diagnostics will be covered as well as safe and correct procedures for removal and replacing these components.
Prerequisite: Students must apply for entrance, and be accepted into the paramedic program prior to enrollment See Health Care Programs Office Assistant for application and additional prerequisite information
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PWRS 1700 - Engine Fundamentals
Credits: 6
This course will introduce students to the fundamentals, components, and operation of the internal combustion engine. Both gasoline and diesel engines will be explored. Engine blocks, cylinder heads, valve train mechanisms, and problems related to the diagnosis and repair of these mechanical components will be discussed. This is not a class on engine control systems, or tuning.
Prerequisite: Take PTEP 2500 (B or greater)
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PWRS 1740 - Brake Systems
Credits: 3
This course will introduce students to conventional braking systems such as disc brakes and drum brakes. Emphasis will be placed on operational theory, problem diagnosis, and safe repair.
Prerequisite: Enrollment by instructor permission only Completion of Paramedic 4 - Trauma Emergencies an EMS Operations in Paramedic Practice with a B or better
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PWRS 1765 - Powersports Electrical Systems I
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of DC electrical systems including batteries, starting, and charging systems. The student will learn the proper use of a Digital Volt Ohm Meter. The student will also learn about some other basic recreational vehicles electrical systems.
Prerequisite: Enrollment by instructor permission only Completion of Paramedic 4 - Trauma Emergencies an EMS Operations in Paramedic Practice with a B or better
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PWRS 1766 - Powersports Electrical Systems II
Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of PWRS 1765 Electrical Systems I. Students will use the principles learned in the first class to practice diagnosing various real-world circuit faults on recreational vehicles using digital multi-meters, battery load testers, and other pieces of electrical test equipment. The student will also be introduced to some more complex circuits that were not covered in PWRS 1765 Electrical Systems I.
Prerequisite: Enrollment by instructor permission only Completion of Paramedic 4 - Trauma Emergencies an EMS Operations in Paramedic Practice with a B or better
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PWRS 1770 - Powersports Electronics
Credits: 3
This course is designed to study the theory, service, and repair of electronic control systems used in today’s recreational vehicles. The course will cover the principles behind the electronic components, and operation of electronic systems used in industry. The students will be introduced to scan tools and digital oscilloscopes and their use on electronic control systems.
Prerequisite: Enrollment by instructor permission only Completion of Paramedic 4 - Trauma Emergencies an EMS Operations in Paramedic Practice with a B or better
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PWRS 2510 - Engine Performance I
Credits: 3
This course will introduce students to some of the basic systems required for proper engine performance. Diagnosis and testing,
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PWRS 2520 - Engine Performance II
Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of Engine Performance I, and is designed for the student who has a foundation of such knowledge to build on. Areas of study are systems related to engine performance, fuel system diagnosis and service; electronic fuel injection, ignition systems, and emissions control systems function, diagnosis and repair.
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