Catalog 2010 - Naugatuck Valley Community College - Connecticut ...

CertifiCateS, CreDit ProgramS
gerontology
Behavioral and Social Sciences Division
Social services for the elderly are provided by many different types of
agencies with diffferent purposes, client groups, funding sources, and
philosophies. The curriculum which leads to the certificate in human
Services, Gerontology Option is designed to provide an understanding
of the behavior and needs of older persons.
Course No. title Credits
hSE*h171 Death and Dying 3
hSE*h101 Introduction to human Services 3
hSE*h170 Introduction to Gerontology 3
SOC*h101 Principles of Sociology 3
PSY*h101 General Psychology I 3
SOC*h201 Contemporary Social Issues
or
SOC*h221 Social Inequality 3
hSE*h202 Introduction to Counseling & Interviewing 3
Elective Psychology Elective† 3
PSY*h258 Behavior Modification 3
hSE*h281 human Services Field Work I 3
total Credit Hours 30
†Directed Electives
PSY*h201 Lifespan Development or
PSY*h208 Psychology of Adult Development & Aging
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates
will be able to:
1. Understand the issues surrounding the universal prospect of death
and about the mourning process.
2. have a beginning understanding of a wide range of diagnoses that
relate to people in need of social work service and be knowledgeable
about the necessity of a collaborative relationship with area support
systems.
3. Identify social and psychological aspects and processes of aging.
4. Locate local, state, and federal programs and services available for
the solution of the problems of the elderly.
5. Explain what effects the social conditions in the United States have
on the aging.
6. Understand sociocultural dynamics that underlay social issues in
America today.
7. Provide elders the support and information necessary to build selfesteem
and empowerment skills.
8. Demonstrate the ability to utilize the skills and tasks required for
engagement, assessment, case planning, intervention and termination.
graphics & animation
arts and Humanities Division
As a result of completing the Graphics & Animation Certificate, students
will be able to design two-dimensional digital graphics, three-dimensional
object modeling, digital animation sequences, and interactive media
applications. Graduates will be qualified to seek positions in the fields
of graphic art production, character animation, electronic publishing,
broadcasting, and Web design.
Students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or
better:
Course No. title Credits
GRA*h150 Introduction to Graphic Design 3
DAT*h106 Digital Design 3
DAT*h108 Digital Imaging I 3
DAT*h212 3D Graphics & Animation I 3
12
DAT*h116 Interactive Media Design 3
DAT*h230 Digital Imaging II 3
DAT*h234 3D Graphics & Animation II 3
9
total Credit Hours 21
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates
will be able to:
1. Design, edit and manipulate digital graphics and image files.
2. Utilize advanced techniques for character modeling and the design
of virtual space.
3. Design, model, and animate complete 3-dimensional landscapes.
4. Develop state-of-the-art 3D special effects for film and video productions.
5. Complete significant projects terminating in deliverable software/
media products with technical documentation.
Health Career Pathways
allied Health, Nursing and Physical education
This program is designed to assist the student to achieve success in health
care programs. Students will be provided with the foundation necessary for
health care professions. Credits from this program may be applied toward
health care programs requirements within Connecticut’s Community College
system. however, completion of this program does not guarantee an
automatic acceptance into any health care program. Students are responsible
for verifying specific requirements for their program of interest.
Course No. title Credits
hLT*h103 Investigations in health Careers 3
ENG*h101 English Composition 3
MAT*h136 or 137 or 138
Intermediate Algebra 3
BIO*h105 or 115 or 121
Intro to Bio., human Bio., Gen Bio I 4
ChE*h111 Concepts in Chemistry 4
PSY*h111 General Psychology I 3
BIO*h211 Anatomy & Physiology I 4
BIO*h212 Anatomy & Physiology II 4
total Credit Hours 28
Please consult the catalog for prerequisites and eligibility to the courses.
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, the graduates
will be able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in written and oral communication.
2. Demonstrate critical thinking, logical reasoning and problem solving
skills.
3. Effectively utilize and interpret medical terminology.
4. Identify a variety of career opportunities and roles available in health
care professions.
5. Meet most requirements for entrance into health care programs.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of psychological principles
and how they relate to the health care field.
7. Use and apply scientific methods.
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