Dental Hygiene (DHYG)

 

DHYG 3100 - Introduction to the Dental Hygiene Profession (3-0-3)

An introduction to the profession of dental hygiene including topics such as health history, medical disease, and vital signs.  The introduction to clinical practice focuses on techniques needed for sterilization/disinfection procedures, patient/operator positioning, oral prophylaxis procedures including the removal of hard and soft deposits, patient education, and treatment planning. The dental hygiene portfolio will be introduced and implemented in this course. A dental hygiene writing assessment will be administered and referrals recommended if student need is demonstrated.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 3100C.

 

DHYG 3100C - Introduction to Clinical Dental Hygiene (0-6-2)

Utilizing the knowledge obtained in the DHYG3100 course, this clinical course will orient students to instruments, procedures and materials used in the practice of dental hygiene. Clinical practice on student partners will emphasize the comprehensive study of oral prophylaxis procedures, including the removal of hard and soft deposits, patient education, treatment planning and infection control. 

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 3100.

 

DHYG 3110L - Dental Anatomy Laboratory (0-2-1)

A laboratory study of hard tissues of the head and oral cavity with an emphasis on applications to dental hygiene practice.  This course consists of a detailed study of the anatomy of the human dentition and the bones of the skull in the laboratory setting.  Students will also draw and carve selected teeth.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

 

DHYG 3120 - Dental Radiology (2-0-2)

A comprehensive study of the principles of ionizing radiation and application of radiographic theory in dental hygiene practice.  Radiation hygiene for operator and patient safety is emphasized. A radiation safety examination must be successfully completed in order to receive a grade for this course.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

 

DHYG 3120L - Dental Radiology Laboratory (0-2-1)

The techniques of exposing, processing, and mounting dental radiographs in a clinical setting will be presented and practiced using manikins then clinical patients.  Radiographic anatomic landmarks are presented and studied for interpretation along with radiographic evidence of pathology.  Radiation hygiene for operator and patient safety is emphasized.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 3120.

 

DHYG 3200 - Transitional Dental Hygiene (2-0-2)

A continuation of DHYG 3100. Emphasized for discussion are oral prophylaxis techniques, the handling of medical and dental emergencies, local anesthesia techniques, the care and maintenance of dental instruments, equipment, supplies and dental records. Methods and materials used in individual patient education for a variety of age groups will be presented. Clinical lectures are designed to enhance student’s clinical practice of dental hygiene through discussion of experiences encountered in clinic. The dental hygiene portfolio will continue to be developed in this course.

Prerequisite(s): DHYG 3100.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 3200C.

 

DHYG 3200C - Transitional Clinical Dental Hygiene  (0-8-3)

Clinical practice is utilized in this course to emphasize the refinement of skills in the performance of dental prophylaxis, application of preventive agents, and oral examination as an introduction to treatment planning.  Students will begin using a computer generated recall and appointment system in this course.  This course provides clinical application of the dental hygiene problem-solving model.  During clinical practice, students will gain experience in patient management, appointment planning, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of dental hygiene care.

Prerequisite(s): DHYG 3100C.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 3200.

 

DHYG 3210 - Integrative Dental Anatomy and Histology (2-0-2)

A developmental and anatomical study of the soft tissues of the head, neck and oral cavity. This course provides a study of embryonic growth and development of these structures, tissue histology, soft tissue anatomy and the relationship of these structures to the body’s major organ systems. Emphasis is given throughout to those areas of particular interest to the dental hygienist.

Prerequisite(s): DHYG 3110L.

 

DHYG 3230 - Dental Materials (2-0-2)

Students are introduced to the basic principles of dental materials science.  This includes the physical, chemical, biological, and mechanical properties of dental materials commonly used in the dental office and dental laboratory.  Emphasis is placed on why particular materials and techniques are used rather than to stress only specific techniques of manipulating the materials.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 3230L.

 

DHYG 3230L - Dental Materials Laboratory (0-2-1)

Selected dental materials are manipulated to enhance the student’s application of the principles of dental materials science.  Emphasis is placed on why particular materials and techniques are used, and on how dental materials can be safely handled.  The primary goal of the course is to enhance the student’s ability to make clinical judgements regarding the use and care of dental materials based on how these materials react in the oral environment.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 3230.

 

DHYG 3240 - Introduction to Periodontics (2-0-2)

This course is a survey of periodontics providing an overview in identification, treatment and prevention of periodontal disease as it relates primarily to the dental hygienist.  Emphasis is placed on departures from normal periodontal architecture; the etiologies associated with these abnormalities and indicated dental hygiene treatment.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

 

DHYG 3382L - Seminar in Dental Hygiene Pharmacology (0-2-1)

The seminar will examine the use of pharmaceutical agents in the dental office.   Students will identify important considerations in the health maintenance and management of patients with special emphasis on commonly prescribed oral health products.

Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): HSCI 3382 - Clinical Pharmacology

 

DHYG 4300 - Advanced Dental Hygiene I (2-0-2)

A continuation of DHYG 3200.  Principles are introduced in advanced procedures including but not limited to sonic and ultrasonic instrumentation, root planing, gingival curettage, care of dental implants, abrasive polishing devices, phase microscope, oral irrigation and advanced home care techniques.  The research poster will be introduced and implemented and the student will continue to develop their dental hygiene portfolio.

Prerequisite(s): DHYG 3200.

Corequisite(s):  DHYG 4300C.

 

DHYG 4300C - Advanced Clinical Dental Hygiene I (0-12-4)

Emphasis is placed on improving skills in dental prophylaxis, instrument sharpening, radiographic technique and dental health treatment planning coordinated with appropriate chair-side dental health instruction.  Advanced procedures introduced in DHYG 4300 are practiced and clinical experiences enhanced through participation in externships.

Prerequisite(s): DHYG 3200C.

Corequisite(s):  DHYG 4300.

 

DHYG 4301 - Educational Strategies and Internship (2-3-3)

The principles of clinical and didactic educational strategies will be introduced.  Development of objectives, course content, presentation methods and evaluation of content related to dental hygiene students will be expected for course completion.  The internship includes didactic and clinical/laboratory instruction for dental hygiene students.

Prerequisite(s): DHYG licensure in Georgia.

 

DHYG 4310 - Dental Pathology (3-0-3)

The student is introduced to the principles of general pathology, oral pathology, and oral medicine related to the etiology, progression, recognition, and treatment of numerous pathological conditions. Course content focuses on pathology of oral structures, oral manifestations of systemic diseases and pathologic identification of infectious diseases. Emphasis is placed on the importance of early recognition by the dental hygienist of abnormal oral conditions

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

 

DHYG 4320 - Advanced Periodontics (3-0-3)

The current American Academy of Periodontics classification system for periodontal diseases and conditions will be explored in detail and advanced treatment modalities for the periodontally involved patient will be examined. B.S.D.H. students will participate in the evaluation, management, and treatment of the periodontally involved patient within the dental hygiene clinic setting.  B.A.S.D.H. students will participate in a directed field experience that will concentrate on the dental hygiene diagnosis and treatment of advanced periodontal diseases and conditions. 

Prerequisite(s):  B.S.D.H. Admission or R.D.H. licensure in Georgia.

 

DHYG 4400 - Advanced Dental Hygiene II (2-0-2)

A continuation of DHYG 4300.  Principles are introduced in advanced procedures including but not limited to application of pit and fissure sealants, dentinal hypersensitivity treatments, debonding and use of the PSR system.  Legal, ethical, and management aspects of the dental care system, laws and rules governing dental and dental hygiene practice, career alternatives, job searching skills and an overview of the dental specialties are also presented for discussion. The research poster will be refined and presented to various groups and the dental hygiene portfolio will be finalized in this course.

Prerequisite(s):  DHYG 4300.

Corequisite(s): DHYG 4400C.

 

DHYG 4400C - Advanced Clinical Dental Hygiene II (0-12-4)

Clinical experiences center on improving proficiency and increasing efficiency in all areas of applied dental hygiene, dental radiography, and treatment planning for total dental hygiene care.  Clinical experiences are enhanced through participation in
externships and directed field experiences.

Prerequisite(s):  DHYG 4300C.

Corequisite(s):  DHYG 4400.

 

DHYG 4410 - Community Dental Health (2-3-3)

The study of dental health as a community problem with emphasis on theory and practice of dental public health and preventive dentistry, and the role of the dental hygienist in promoting dental health on community, state, and national levels. The practice of dental health as a community problem will be emphasized.  Students will be required to teach dental health in a variety of settings. Local, state, national and/or international opportunities may be made available to the student in order to fulfill the requirements of this course.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.

 

DHYG 4420 - Management/Marketing in the Dental Environment  (3-0-3)

The principles and practice of dental administration, including the concepts of patient, office and dental team management will be presented for discussion. An analytical approach to planning, controlling and ordering the inventory/supplies system for a dental office will be conducted as well as a study of related financial management concepts. Strategies are also discussed on the marketing/promoting of dental services and dental products to dental professionals and the general public.

Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission or R.D.H. licensure in Georgia.

 

DHYG 4900 - Independent Study in Dental Hygiene (variable (3-0-3) to (0-9-3))

This capstone course will allow the student to select an area of interest to further enhance their knowledge, experience and options.  Career goals will be enhanced through an individually selected project.  This course must be taken at Clayton State University during the last semester of enrollment in the program.

Prerequisite(s): DHYG licensure in Georgia.

 

 

Drafting and Design (DSGN)

 

Note:  Courses with the DSGN prefix are career courses that do not normally apply toward the baccalaureate degree except as part of the career courses in the B.A.S. 

 

DSGN 1101 - Engineering Drawing (Basic Drafting) (1-5-3)

Course includes introduction to drafting equipment, materials, basic use of instruments, freehand lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, auxiliary views, sections, and conventions, fasteners, dimensioning, and reproduction of drawings.

DSGN 1110 - Descriptive Geometry (1-5-3)

Course includes graphic analysis of problems involving point, line, and plane relationships.  Instruction is also provided in successive auxiliary view, revolution, piercing points, surface development and intersection.

 

DSGN 2101 - Architectural Drafting I (1-5-3)

Fundamentals of architectural drafting including reading blueprints and interpreting symbols and terminology; building materials; plot plans; floor plans; elevations; detail in frame and masonry construction; building codes; and site; locations.  Each student prepares to complete a set of working drawings for a residential project.

Prerequisite(s): DSGN 1101 and DSGN 2201.

 

DSGN 2103 - Surveying (1-5-3)

This course is designed to familiarize the student with surveying terminology; methods and equipment used to make basic surveying measurements; contours and evaluations.  Proper use of transit, level, tape and other instruments used in surveying is emphasized.

Prerequisite(s): MATH 1101 and DSGN 1101 or permission of the instructor.

 

DSGN 2110 - Mechanical Design I (1-5-3)

Advanced orthographic projection design layout; detailing finishes; shop assemblies; pipe and pipe layout simulating industrial drafting conditions.

Prerequisite(s): DSGN 1101 or permission of the instructor.

 

DSGN 2201 - Computer-Aided Drafting I (2-6-5)

Introduction to the use of personal computers in drafting and design applications.  Introduction is given to the use of hardware, software working environments, and the application of the computer in the solution of drafting and design problems.  Also covered will be utility commands and file management.

Prerequisite(s): DSGN 1101 or permission of the instructor.

 

DSGN 2202 - Computer-Aided Drafting II (2-6-5)

The continuation of fundamental computer-aided drafting techniques as introduced in DSGN 2201.  Topics to be covered include advanced fundamentals and the introduction to three-dimensional diagrams.  Also advanced three-dimensional analysis of designs, solids development, solids modeling, and computer presentation techniques.

Prerequisite(s): DSGN 2201 or permission of the instructor.

 

DSGN 2203 - Construction Estimating (3-0-3)

Introduction to construction estimating using complete plans and specifications to develop material quantities and cost, and familiarization with appropriate tables and guide lists used by estimators.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of first year drafting and design courses.

 

DSGN 2204 - Materials and Processes of Industry (3-0-3)

Introduction to manufacturing procedures in industry.  Topics include material properties, material classification, machining operations, heat treating, testing, casting and other molding processes.

 

DSGN 2222 - Occupational Internship and/or Cooperative Education Experience (1-10-3)

Students secure paid employment in supervised and approved work situations to further their occupational skills, technical competence, and attitudes in an area related to their specialty.  A minimum of 150 hours of work experience is required in an individualized training program.  May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours.  Usually taken during advanced stages of program.

Prerequisite(s): Employment in field and/or permission of program.

 

DSGN 2233 - Selected Topics/Problems (1-10-3)

A study of selected topics/problems common to student needs under the guidance and supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisite(s): Drafting and Design major and permission of program advisor.

 

 

Economics (ECON)

 

ECON 2105 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3-0-3)

An introductory survey of macroeconomics principles; the scope and method of economics, basic supply and demand theory, money and prices, national income analysis, and economic stabilization.

 

ECON 2106 - Principles of Microeconomics (3-0-3)

Application of microeconomics principles to economic problems; the theory of production, market structures, income distribution, government regulation and business, labor organization, and international trade.

 

 

Education (EDUC)

 

EDUC 2201 - Introduction to Education (3-0-3)

A survey of the development and nature of American education and the teaching profession.  Observation experience in schools is required.

 

EDUC 2202 - Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth (3-0-3)

A survey of the basic characteristics and educational needs of children who require special education services in school. The course covers techniques that help the classroom teacher identify and refer students who may need special services.  Some in-school observations may be required.  (This course is designed to meet the requirements of Georgia House Bill 671.)

 

EDUC 3000 - Teacher Education Seminar I (1-0-1)

Junior year seminar to meet specific requirements of the teacher education program.  Includes assessment of communication skills, writing skills, speaking (videotaping), use of technology, etc.  Required of all middle level teacher education students.  May

involve off-campus visitation.  Must be taken both semesters of junior year.  Institutional Credit only.

Prerequisite : Admission to the teacher education program. 

Absolute Corequisite: EDUC 3010.

 

EDUC 3010 - Cognitive, Social/Affective and Physical Aspects of the Middle Level Learner (3-0-3)

This site-based course is an exploration into the cognitive, social, affective, and physical aspects of the middle level learner.  Varied teaching techniques will be used and discussed, with a particular emphasis on verifying concepts learned in class through experiences with middle level learners in individual and group settings.  Taught on-site at middle schools.  Required of all middle level teacher education majors.

Absolute Corequisite(s): EDUC 3000.

 

EDUC 3020 - Instructional Technology for Teachers (3-0-3)

A basic instructional technology course for teaching how to integrate technology in the curriculum. The course introduces concepts, skills and strategies for using technology in the teaching and learning process. This course is required of all middle level teacher education majors.

 

EDUC 3350 - Instructional Strategies for Individual and Interdisciplinary Teaching (3-0-3)

This site-based course provides students the opportunity to understand the unique characteristics of the middle school as well as the instructional strategies that teachers in the middle school use to meet the diverse needs of the transient student.  Instruction will focus on the organizational structure of the middle school, role of support personnel, instructional strategies, motivation and discipline, effective elements of instruction, and evaluation.  Students will work with the development of thematic units which utilize current curricular models and instructional strategies to support an academic team approach to teaching the middle level learner.  Taught on site at middle schools.  Required of all middle level teacher education majors.

Prerequisite(s): EDUC 3010.

Corequisite(s): EDUC 3000.

 

EDUC 4000 - Teacher Education Seminar II (1-0-1)

Senior year seminar to meet specific requirements of the teacher education program.  Includes assessment of communication skills, writing skills, speaking (videotaping), use of technology, etc.  Required of all middle level teacher education students.  May involve off-campus visitation.  Must be taken first semester of senior year.  Admission to the teacher education program required.  Institutional Credit only.

 

EDUC 4711 - Middle Level Internship I and Seminar (Grades 4-8): School Organization and Community Study (2-9-3)

This course is the Fall Semester portion of a full academic year internship.  It is designed to introduce pre-school teachers to a middle school and its community services.  Students participate in pre-planning and the first week of classes; they maintain weekly contact (minimum nine hours) with their assigned school, attend weekly seminars on campus, and visit community organizations and agencies.  Special attention at seminars is given to support services for special needs students, classroom management, and effective instruction.  EDUC 4711, EDUC 4712, EDUC 4713, EDUC 4714, EDUC 4715, and EDUC 4716 must be taken in consecutive semesters during the same school calendar year.

Absolute Corequisite(s): EDUC 4000.

 

EDUC 4712 - Middle Level Internship II-A (Grades 4-8): Arts and Sciences Observation Component  (0-9-3)

This course is part of the Spring Semester portion of a full academic year internship (mid August to mid-May).  Internship II is a full-time teaching assignment in grades 4-8 in the student's major  (mathematics, science, social students, and/or language arts).  Arts and Sciences content-area faculty observe and assess this component of the internship.

Prerequisite(s):  EDUC 4711.

Absolute Corequisite(s):  EDUC 4713, EDUC 4714, EDUC 4715, EDUC 4716.

 

EDUC 4713 - Middle Level Internship II-B (Grades 4-8): School-Based Educator Observation Component  (0-9-3)

This course is part of the Spring Semester portion of a full academic year internship (mid August - mid May).  Internship II is a full-time teaching assignment in grades 4-8.  Placement will be in grades 4-8 and in the student's major area of concentration, (mathematics, science, social studies, and/or language arts).  School-based educators will work with interns in meeting program outcomes through the teaching assignments.  Interns will participate in the total school program including after-school activities.

Prerequisite(s):  EDUC 4711.

Absolute Corequisite(s):  EDUC 4712, EDUC 4714, EDUC 4715, EDUC 4716.

 

EDUC 4714 - Middle Level Internship II-C and Seminar (Grades 4-8): Special Education, Cultural Diversity Emphasis  (2-3-3)

This course, part of the Spring Semester portion of a full academic year internship (mid August - mid May), is a full-time teaching assignment in grades 4-8.  In addition to the school-based teaching assignments, students will participate in weekly seminars on campus and submit weekly reflections.  Seminars will focus on topics related to the internship, working with culturally diverse students and special education students, as well as classroom management, the program portfolio and program outcomes.

Prerequisite(s):  EDUC 4711.

Absolute Corequisite(s):  EDUC 4712, EDUC 4713, EDUC 4715, EDUC 4716.

 

EDUC 4715 - Middle Level Internship II- D (Grades 4-8): Special Needs Emphasis  (0-9-3)

This course, part of the Spring Semester portion of a full academic year internship (mid August - mid May), is a full-time teaching assignment in grades 4-8, designed to acquaint interns with exploratory classes, special needs students, and with feeder elementary schools and high schools.  In conjunction with the corequisite seminar,  (EDUC 4714), emphasis will be placed on working with special needs students within the regular classroom.  Students will visit elementary and high schools.

Prerequisite(s):  EDUC 4711.

Absolute Corequisite(s):  EDUC 4712, EDUC 4713, EDUC 4714, EDUC 4716.

 

EDUC 4716 - Middle Level Internship II- E (Grades 4-8): Cultural Concepts Emphasis      (0-9-3)

This course, part of the Spring Semester portion of a full academic year internship (mid August - mid May), is a full-time teaching assignment in grades 4-8.  In conjunction with the corequisite seminar,   (EDUC 4714), students will examine the ethnic make-up of students in schools in which they are placed.  Emphasis will be placed on students addressing the diversity of needs among the students with whom
they work.

Prerequisite(s): EDUC 4711.

Absolute Corequisite(s):  EDUC 4712, EDUC 4713, EDUC 4714, EDUC 4715.

 

 

ELECTRONICS (ELEC)

 

Note:  Courses with the ELEC prefix are career courses that do not normally apply toward the baccalaureate degree except as part of the courses in the B.A.S.  See also Avionics (AVEL) and Telecommunications/Wireless (TELE and WCOM).

 

ELEC 1101 - Fundaments of DC/AC Circuits (4-2-5)

An introductory course in the fundamentals of direct and alternating current circuits including resonance, filters, and magnetism.  Students will assemble and analyze resistive, capacitive and inductive circuits and analyze quantities using vector analysis, Ohm’s laws, Kirchoff’s laws, and Thevinin’s and Norton’s theorems.  Breadboards, meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators, and soldering will be introduced in the lab. 

Prerequisite(s): Exemption from or exit from Learning Support mathematics.

Corequisite(s): ELEC 1102.

 

ELEC 1102 - Applied Technical Mathematics (3-0-3)

A study of the essential mathematical concepts associated with electronics and other technical fields.  Subject areas include linear equations, exponents and exponential functions, logarithms, trigonometry, and complex numbers. 

Prerequisite(s): Exemption from or exit from Learning Support mathematics.

 

ELEC 1104 - Electronic Circuits (4-2-5)

A study of active devices including diodes, transistors, FETs, op-amps, thyristors, opto-couplers, and related devices.  Power supplies, circuit configurations, and amplification  are emphasized.  

Prerequisite(s): ELEC 1101.

 

ELEC 1107 - Introduction to Digital Circuits (3-2-4)

A study of  logic gates, combinational and sequential logic circuits including adders, comparators, decoders, encoders, multiplexers, flip-flops, latches, counters, shift registers and associated numbering systems.  Also included is an introduction to microprocessors and memory devices.   Logic probes and pulsers, multimeters, and oscilloscopes are utilized in the lab to help construct and troubleshoot circuits.   

Corequisite(s): ELEC 1101.

 

ELEC 1108 - Introduction to Microprocessors (3-2-4)

The fundamental concepts of microprocessors and their applications.  An introduction to machine language programming, memory components, circuit organization and operation, and the basics of interfacing with external devices will be included. 

Prerequisite(s): ELEC 1107.

ELEC 2201 - Advanced Electronic Circuits (2-2-3)

A study of linear devices, circuits, and applications.  Active filters, analog comparators, oscillators, summing amplifiers, digital to analog and analog to digital conversion, switching circuits, voltage regulators and related topics. 

Prerequisite(s): ELEC 1107 and ELEC 1104.

 

ELEC 2222 - Occupational Internship and/or Cooperative Education Experience (1-10-3)

Students secure paid employment in supervised and approved work situations to further their occupational skills, technical competence, and attitudes in the area related to their specialty.  A minimum of 150 hours of work experience is required in an individualized training program.  Requires advisor approval.

 

ELEC 2233 - Selected Topics and Problems (v)

A study of selected topics/problems common to student needs under the guidance and supervision of a faculty member.  Variable credit from 1 to 3 semester hours. 

Prerequisite(s): Technology major and permission of program advisor.

 

 

Emergency Medical (EMS)

 

Note:  Courses with the EMS prefix are career courses that do not normally apply toward the baccalaureate degree except as part of the career courses in the B.A.S. 

 

EMS 1100A - EMS Systems  (2-0-2)

Introduction to Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Medical Technicians' skills; Emergency Medical Services and the law; introduction to Emergency Vehicle Operations and Equipment; introduction to Hazardous Materials and Radio Communications; and introduction to blood and airborne pathogens and universal precautions.

 

EMS 1100B - Patient Assessment (3-0-3)

An Introduction to human anatomy and patient assessment.  Basic life support, use of an automatic external defibrillator, use of airway adjuncts, and oxygen therapy are included.  Radio operations and documentation are also covered.

 

EMS 1102 - EMS Laboratory (0-2-1)

Laboratory exercises to accompany EMS 1100A & EMS 1100B.

Prerequisite or corequisite: EMS 1100A, EMS 1100B.