GC Catalog 2011 2012 - Gaston College

Course DescriptionsCourse Descriptionscessor interface and control circuits using relatedequipment.ELN 234 Communication Systems (3-3-0-4)Prerequisites: ELN 132Corequisites: NoneThis course introduces the fundamentals of electroniccommunication systems. Topics include thefrequency spectrum, electrical noise, modulationtechniques, characteristics of transmitters andreceivers, and digital communications. Upon completion,students should be able to interpret analogand digital communication circuit diagrams, analyzetransmitter and receiver circuits, and use appropriatecommunication test equipment. Oral and writtencommunications skills will be emphasized.ELN 235 Data Communication Systems (3-3-0-4)Prerequisites: ELN 131Corequisites: NoneThis course covers data communication systemsand the transmission of digital information fromsource to destination. Topics include data transmissionsystems, interfaces and modems, protocols,networks, and other related topics. Upon completion,students should be able to demonstrate knowledgeof the concepts associated with data communicationsystems. Oral and written communicationsskills will be emphasized.ELN 237 Local Area Networks (2-3-0-3)Prerequisites: CET 111Corequisites: NoneThis course introduces the fundamentals of localarea networks and their operation. Topics includethe characteristics of network topologies, systemhardware, system configuration, installation andoperation of the LAN. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to install and maintain a local areanetwork.ELN 238 Advanced LANs (2-3-0-3)Prerequisites: ELN 237Corequisites: NoneThis course covers advanced concepts, tools, andtechniques associated with servers, workstations,and overall local area network performance. Topicsinclude network security and configuration, systemperformance and optimization, communicationprotocols and packet formats, troubleshootingtechniques, multi-platform integration, and otherrelated topics. Upon completion, students should beable to use advanced techniques to install, manage,and troubleshoot networks and optimize server andworkstation performance.ELN 260 Prog Logic Controllers (3-3-0-4)Prerequisites: NoneCorequisites: NoneThis course provides a detailed study of PLC applications,with a focus on design of industrial controlsusing the PLC. Topics include PLC components,memory organization, math instructions, documentation,input/output devices, and applying PLCsin industrial control systems. Upon completion,students should be able to select and program aPLC system to perform a wide variety of industrialcontrol functions.EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCEEMS 110 EMT-Basic (5-6-0-7)Prerequisites: NoneCorequisites: NoneThis course introduces basic emergency medicalcare. Topics include preparatory, airway, patientassessment, medical emergencies, trauma, infantsand children, and operations. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate the skills necessaryto achieve North Carolina State or NationalRegistry EMT-Basic certification.EMS 120 Intermediate Interventions (2-3-0-3)Prerequisites: EMS 110Corequisites: EMS 121, EMS 130, EMS 131Current NC-Emergency Medical Technician certificateis required for students enrolling in this course.This course is designed to provide the necessaryinformation for interventions appropriate to the EMT-Intermediate and is required for intermediate certification.Topics include automated external defibrillation,basic cardiac electrophysiology, intravenoustherapy, venipuncture, acid-base balance, and fluidsand electrolytes. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to properly establish an IV line, obtainvenous blood, utilize AEDs, and correctly interpretarterial blood gases.EMS 121 EMS Clinical Practicum I (0-0-6-2)Prerequisites: EMS 110Corequisites: EMS 120, EMS 130, EMS 131This course is the initial hospital and field internshipand is required for intermediate and paramedic certification.Emphasis is placed on intermediate- levelcare. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate competence with intermediate-levelskills.EMS 130 Pharmacology I for EMS (1-3-0-2)Prerequisites: EMS 110Corequisites: EMS 120 and EMS 131This course introduces the fundamental principlesof pharmacology and medication administrationand is required for intermediate and paramedic195