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RESP 2112 - Resuscitation Techniques 2 Credits
This course will address the knowledge, skills, and values associated with neonatal, pediatric, and adult life support techniques. Students will become certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), neonatal advanced life support (NALS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS). Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the NPC Respiratory Care Program. BIOL 2224 Anatomy And Physiology I* , BIOL 2234 Anatomy And Physiology II* , CHEM 1104 Chemistry For Non-Majors I* , BIOL 2244 Microbiology* . RESP 1103 - Foundations of Respiratory Care , RESP 1104 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology , RESP 1114 - Cardiopulmonary Assessment & Diagnostics , RESP 1113 - Pulmonary Disease ; RESP 1124 - Respiratory Equipment & Basic Therapeutics .
Corequisite: RESP 2114 Critical Respiratory Care ; RESP 2103 Applications of Respiratory Care ; RESP 2114 Critical Respiratory Care . Lab only.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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RESP 2114 - Critical Respiratory Care 4 Credits
This course provides students with knowledge and skills in preparation for delivering respiratory care to the critically ill patient in the critical care environment. The student will have the opportunity to further refine assessment skills and application of previous learning. Students will build on knowledge and skill sets relevant to initiation, management, and evaluation of effectiveness, and discontinuation of various respiratory therapeutics including mechanical ventilation. Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Completion of all first year respiratory coursework.
Corequisite: Clinical Practicum I (RESP 2144). RESP 2103 - Applications of Respiratory Care ; RESP 2112 - Resuscitation Techniques . Didactic & Lab.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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RESP 2143 - Clinical Practicum I 3 Credits
This course provides students the opportunity to apply previous learning, principles of physics, anatomy and physiology, acid-base knowledge in lab simulation and a clinical care setting. Principles of interdisciplinary team and patient written and oral communication will also be emphasized. Lab/Hospital.
Prerequisite: Completion of all first year respiratory coursework.
Corequisite: RESP 2114 ; RESP 2103 ; RESP 2112 .
Typically Offered: Summer Semesters
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RESP 2221 - Professional Development 1 Credits
This course is designed to prepare the student to interact with prospective employers in a professional manner to facilitate successful employment as a respiratory therapist in a variety of practice settings. Course content will prepare the student for the NBRC self-assessment evaluation exam and also for the NBRC advanced practice examination process. Lab fee.
Prerequisite: successful completion of RESP 2143 - Clinical Practicum I .
Corequisite: RESP 2224 - Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care , Clinical Practicum II (RESP 2226), and RESP 2222 - Adjunctive & Specialty Respiratory Care . Didactic and Lab.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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RESP 2222 - Adjunctive & Specialty Respiratory Care 2 Credits
This course will prepare the student to deliver patient education/ health education to facilitate health promotion and disease prevention. Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation from historical and scientific perspectives is introduced. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in the focus areas of pulmonary rehabilitation, home care, and various subspecialty areas of respiratory care. The role of the respiratory therapist in disaster response is explored. Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Completion of RESP 2143 - Clinical Practicum I .
Corequisite: RESP 2226; RESP 2221 ; RESP 2224 . Didactic and Lab.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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RESP 2224 - Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care 4 Credits
This course introduces concepts of human growth and development of the fetus, neonate, and pediatric patient relevant to the practice of the respiratory therapist. Mastery of content will equip the student with the knowledge and skills to safely deliver respiratory care to the neonatal/pediatric patient experiencing common neonatal/pediatric disorders. Focus will be on assessment of cardiopulmonary status, delivery and monitoring of therapeutics, and evaluation of responses.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of RESP 2143 - Clinical Practicum I .
Corequisite: RESP 2234 - Clinical Practicum II , RESP 2221 - Professional Development , RESP 2222 - Adjunctive & Specialty Respiratory Care . Didactic only.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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RESP 2234 - Clinical Practicum II 4 Credits
A progression of RESP 2143 - Clinical Practicum I , this course provides students the opportunity to further apply principles of physics, pulmonary anatomy and physiology, acid base, and a more expanded knowledge base and skill set in a clinical care setting. Students will competently initiate, deliver, monitor, evaluate effectiveness, and modify respiratory plans of care and respiratory therapeutics. This course also allows students to apply knowledge, skills, and behaviors to the practice of the respiratory therapist in alternate sites. Sites may include long-term care facilities, hospice, physician offices, sub-acute care specialty units, pulmonary rehabilitation, the home, and sleep labs. Students will further refine oral and written communication with patients, families, and the health care team.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of RESP 2143 - Clinical Practicum I .
Corequisite: RESP 2222 ; RESP 2221 ; RESP 2224 . Lab/Hospital.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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RESP 2235 - Clinical Practicum III 5 Credits
A progression of RESP 2234 - Clinical Practicum II , this course provides students the opportunity to further synthesize all respiratory care learning, principles of physics, pulmonary anatomy and physiology, acid-base, and a more expanded knowledge base and critical care skill set to care for complex medical patients across the life span in clinical care settings including patients on mechanical ventilation in critical care units. Students will competently initiate, deliver, monitor, evaluate effectiveness, and modify respiratory plans of care and respiratory therapeutics. Students will further refine oral and written communication with patients, families, and the health care team.
Prerequisite: successful completion of RESP 2143 - Clinical Practicum I and RESP 2234 - Clinical Practicum II .
Lab/Hospital.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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Sociology |
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SOC 1103 - Introduction To Sociology* 3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to various sociological issues and theory. Sociology is the study of society. Societal issues include the following: family, medicine, deviance, education, culture, inequality, and others. The course will investigate sociological forces from a scientific approach. Research methods are vital to understanding social behavior.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: SOCI 1013
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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SOC 2103 - Introduction to Human Services 3 Credits
This is the introductory course for those seeking a four-year degree in Human Services. The course will introduce students to the various professional and career paths available to students in the social services, provide fundamental instruction on proper ethics and professional standards for social service workers, and educate students on the rudimentary skills of case management.
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SOC 2113 - Cultural Diversity 3 Credits
This course will provide students with the tools to cope in the modern world, in which cultural sensitivity and empathy are necessary skills for employees, particularly in the social services and counseling fields. Students will learn to work within multi-racial, multi-ethnic environments, with co-workers of different faith, age, sexual orientation, and cultural perspective
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: NONE
This course is not part of the Arkansas Course Transfer System and is not eligible for credit in the Associate of Arts degree.
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SOC 2203 - Social Problems* 3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to global social problems. Various social problems will be defined, explained, and described in reference to the situation. Some social problems will be Macro (unemployment, poverty, crime, etc.) and other problems will be Micro (drug abuse, sexual behavior, wellbeing). Topics studied are based on empirical research.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: SOCI 2013
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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SOC 2223 - Introduction to Social Work 3 Credits
Introduction to Social Work focuses on major concepts and principles of professional social work, including: the development of social welfare; the history of social work; the knowledge, skills, and value base of social work; models of social work methods; and current social work practice applications. This course looks at the basis of knowledge for theories of human rights, social justice, and diversity. The course Introduction to Social Work lays a foundation for social worker’s professional entry into both public and private, profit and non-profit arenas.
Prerequisite: SOC 1103 Introduction to Sociology
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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SOC 2233 - Interviewing Skills and Practice 3 Credits
This course examines the theoretical basis of interviewing and represents that initial introduction in the development of effective counseling skills for social workers, addiction counselors, human services personnel, or any professional engaged in helping those seeking behavior change. Philosophies and methodologies utilized in interviewing practices will be studied. The course will explore person-centered, evidenced based interview techniques that develops skills and knowledge applicable to any population group regardless of cultural, social, and religious background.
Prerequisite: SOC 1103 Introduction To Sociology*
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Spanish Language |
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SPAN 1103 - Beginning Spanish I* 3 Credits
Beginning Spanish I is an introductory course for students with little or no previous knowledge of the language. This course is designed to develop the four basic language skills in Spanish: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is placed on basic vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural aspects of the language.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: SPAN 1013
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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SPAN 1113 - Beginning Spanish II* 3 Credits
Beginning Spanish II is a continuation of Beginning Spanish I. This is a course designed to continue the development of the four basic language skills in Spanish: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is placed on basic to advanced vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural aspects of the language.
Prerequisite: SPAN 1103-Beginning Spanish I or equivalent.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: SPAN 1023
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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SPAN 2113 - Intermediate Spanish I* 3 Credits
Intermediate Spanish I is an intermediate language course designed to expand student’s proficiency in the four language skills in Spanish: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis will be placed on reading, writing, and discussing in Spanish along with expanding cultural knowledge. The course will also include the review and perfection of advanced grammatical structures.
Prerequisite: SPAN 1113 - Beginning Spanish II* or equivalent.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: SPAN 2013
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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SPAN 2123 - Intermediate Spanish II* 3 Credits
Intermediate Spanish II is a continuation of SPAN 2113 - Intermediate Spanish I* and is designed to expand student’s proficiency in the four language skills in Spanish: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis will be placed on reading, writing, and discussing in Spanish along with expanding cultural knowledge. The course will continue the review and perfection of advanced grammatical structures.
Prerequisite: SPAN 2113 - Intermediate Spanish I* or equivalent.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: SPAN 2023
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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Speech |
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SPCH 1103 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking* 3 Credits
This course is designed to enhance the student’s ability to communicate through the study of theory and practice of communication in interpersonal, small group, and public speaking settings. It emphasizes proficiency in speech organization, speech delivery, critical thinking and listening applications. The course will be taught using the lecture-forum method. All students are expected to participate in classroom activities and discussions.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: SPCH 1003
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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Supervisory Management |
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SUPM 1123 - Introduction To Supervision 3 Credits
Designed to give first-line supervisors and students an overview of the field of industrial supervision. Topics include techniques and procedures of general supervision, duties and responsibilities of the foreman, and employer/employee relationships. Attention is given to quality control, accounting, safety, and industrial engineering.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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Theater Arts |
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TART 1153 - Introduction To Theater* 3 Credits
Survey of the theatre, including kinds of plays, function of actor, director, and designer.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: DRAM 1003
Typically Offered: Upon Sufficient Student Demand
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Technology |
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TECH 1101 - Computer Technology 1 Credits
Fundamentals of computer use applied to the technical industry. Students will review keyboarding, computer hardware and software, word processing, databases, Internet, and e-mail. Course meets the first five weeks of the semester.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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TECH 1102 - Technical Communications 2 Credits
Designed to develop speaking, reading, writing and human relations skills required in the employment setting. Students will acquire skills in interviewing, public speaking, writing, and applications useful in finding, applying for and getting a job.
Course meets the last ten weeks of the semester.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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Technical Mathematics |
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TECM 1103 - Technical Math I 3 Credits
This course covers ratio and proportion, measurement, estimation, interpretation of graphs, basic algebra, formula rearrangement, basic geometry, basic trigonometry, and their application to technical problems.
Prerequisite: ACT Math score of 16-17, COMPASS Algebra score of 21-30 or ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra score of 25-76
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TECM 1111 - Foundations of Technical Math 1 Credits
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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Welding Technology |
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WLD 1114 - Pipe Welding I 4 Credits
In this course, students will learn the basic welding and fabrication process as they apply to layout structure, pipe angles, various pipe fits and cutting procedures. Curriculum for this course is based on the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) guidelines. (1 - 6 - 4)
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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WLD 1124 - Pipe Welding II 4 Credits
This course is a continuation of WLD 1114 Pipe Welding I. This course covers further the welding and fabrication processes related to welding and pipefitting. Curriculum for this course is based on the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) guidelines. Prerequisite: Pipe Welding I. (1 - 6 - 4)
Prerequisite: WLD 1114 - Pipe Welding I
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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WLD 1218 - Introduction to Welding/SMAW 8 Credits
In this course, students will cover shop safety, tool and equipment identification and learn basic welding techniques in shielded arc metal welding, including cutting with oxyfuel equipment, electrode classification and testing welds using destructive and non-destructive methods. The lab portion of the course will provide opportunities for students to apply knowledge from theory based classes to practical exercises. This course covers the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum for Welding Level One. (3 lecture - 10 lab - 8 credits)
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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WLD 1228 - GMAW (MIG Welding) 8 Credits
This course is designed for students to gain practical knowledge of MIG/Flux core Dual Shield welding and associated tasks necessary for a Commercial/Industrial environment. The course incorporates the principles of MIG welding, Oxygen/Acetylene cutting of metals and preparation of various weld joints, and general welding test positions. This course will assist students in the fundamentals of welding and general shop safety. Curriculum for this course is based on the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) accredited welding guidelines.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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WLD 1238 - GTAW (TIG Welding) 8 Credits
In this course, students will study the gas tungsten arc welding process. The student will use equipment to perform various welds in all positions. Labs will provide opportunities for students to practice the GTAW process. This course covers the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum for Welding Level Two. (3 - 10 - 8)
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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WLD 1248 - Layout & Fabrication 8 Credits
In this course, students will learn to fit together structured steel by using various formulas to develop angles of cut and fit. The student will learn various blueprint reading concepts, systems of measurement and proper use of tools. Curriculum for this course is based on the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) guidelines. (3 - 10 - 8)
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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WLD 2113 - Welding Internship 3 Credits
Welding Technology students will receive on-the-job training associated with the welding area to reinforce classroom instruction. Supervision will be provided by the classroom instructor in conjunction with the internship site personnel.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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Elective |
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Elective 0001 - Elective 1 Credits
Based on your Transfer Program (consult the NPU Transfer Advisor), choose a course(s) from the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 0001 - General Education Directed Elective 3-4 Credits
A general education elective is any course within the seven general education categories: English/Communication, Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and US History/Government that appears on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 0002 - Elective 2 Credits
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Elective 0002 - General Education Directed Elective 3-4 Credits
A general education elective is any course within the seven general education categories: English/Communication, Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and US History/Government that appears on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 0003 - Elective 3 Credits
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Elective 0003 - Elective(1) 3 Credits
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Elective 0003 - Elective(2) 3 Credits
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Elective 0003 - Elective(3) 3 Credits
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Elective 0003 - English/Communication 3 Credits
Choose from courses that appear on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list in these disciplines: ENG, SPCH
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Elective 0003 - Fine Arts/Humanities 3 Credits
Choose from courses that appear on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list in these disciplines: ART, ENG, MUS, PHIL, SPAN, TART.
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Elective 0003 - General Education 3 Credits
A general education elective is any course within the seven general education categories: English/Communication, Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and US History/Government that appears on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 0003 - General Education Directed Elective 3-4 Credits
A general education elective is any course within the seven general education categories: English/Communication, Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and US History/Government that appears on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 0003 - General Education Elective 3 Credits
A general education elective is any course within the seven general education categories: English/Communication, Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and US History/Government that appears on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 0003 - Liberal Arts Elective 3 Credits
Any Liberable Arts courses listed in the Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) that has NOT been used to fulfill any other category.
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Elective 0003 - Mathematics 3 Credits
Choose from courses that appear on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list in these disciplines: MATH
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Elective 0003 - Social Sciences 3 Credits
Choose from courses that appear on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list in these disciplines: ANTH, CRJ, ECON, HIST, PSYC, SOC.
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Elective 0004 - General Electives 4 Credits
A general education elective is any course within the seven general education categories: English/Communication, Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and US History/Government that appears on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 0004 - Lab Sciences 4 Credits
Choose from courses that appear on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list in these disciplines: BIOL, CHEM, ESCI, GEOG, GEOL, PHYS
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Elective 0005 - General Education Electives 5 Credits
A general education elective is any course within the seven general education categories: English/Communication, Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and US History/Government that appears on the NPC ACTS Transfer Courses list.
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Elective 1002 - Transfer Elective 2 Credits
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Elective 1004 - Transfer Elective 4 Credits
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Elective 1011 - Transfer Elective 1 Credits
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Elective 1013 - Transfer Elective 3 Credits
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Elective 1021 - Transfer Elective 1 Credits
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Elective 1023 - Transfer Elective 3 Credits
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Elective 1033 - Transfer Elective 3 Credits
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Elective 1043 - Transfer Elective 3 Credits
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Elective 1053 - Transfer Elective 3 Credits
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