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Course Descriptions

 

Dance
  

  • DANC 1470 - Modern Dance II (1CR)

    (3LB) [E] This course will be a continuation of study in the principles and techniques of modern dance. Dancers will focus on linking technique with terminology and execute combinations made up of the basic-intermediate steps, as well as the continued discovery of movement in space and time.

    Prerequisites: DANC 1460 /PEAC 1460  
    Cross-listed: PEAC 1470  
  

  • DANC 1480 - Jazz I (1CR)

    (3LB) [E] This course will emphasize the fundamentals of jazz dance. It will focus on technique, terminology, and the execution of the basic jazz steps.

  

  • DANC 1500 - Dance Performance

    (2-4LB) (1-2CR) (Max. 5) [E] Individually supervised practical training in performance and production during the rehearsal and performance of the fall and spring productions of the dance concert. Open entry.

    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  

  • DANC 2200 - Backgrounds of Dance (3CR)

    (3L) [E] A survey of ethnic and theatrical dance forms from primal society to the 20th century. The course examines the place of the arts as a reflection of the culture. The course emphasizes dance from a global point-of-view and includes a look at social dances as well as the performance dances.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 , DANC 1015 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • DANC 2210 - Dance Ensemble II (1CR)

    (3LB) (Max. 2) [E] This class covers technique and performance focusing specifically on technique skills and performing at an advanced level (various styles and genres).

    This class can be repeated up to once for a total of 2 credits

    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and previous dance experience.
  

  • DANC 2212 - Beginning Composition (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) This course is a beginning level composition course that will give the student various exercises in which to better understand choreography and its principles. The student will explore ways in which to make a dance with a completed beginning, middle, and end.

  

  • DANC 2215 - Intermediate Dance Composition (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) This course further develops the student’s abilities to compose and choreograph their own ideas into dance works. The student will develop a better understanding of choreographic skill through short assignments and full works.

    Prerequisites: DANC 2460 , DANC 2212 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • DANC 2410 - Ballet III (2CR)

    (5LB) [E] A continuing course in the principles of classical ballet. Emphasis is placed on continuing to broaden the dancer’s movement vocabulary while refining acquired technical skills. Pointe work will be started with those students who are ready along with partnering skills, more advanced Barre and Centre skills, including Tours and Beats.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of DANC 1420 .
  

  • DANC 2420 - Ballet IV (2CR)

    (5LB) A continuing course in the principles and techniques of classical ballet. Emphasis is placed on refining the dancer’s movement vocabulary while increasing the level of difficulty of acquired technical skills. Dancers will continue in both partnering and Pointe work. Ballet conditioning will be a part of every class.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of DANC 2410 .
  

  • DANC 2450 - Tap II (1CR)

    (3LB) This course will review the basic tap steps and then move on to more intermediate rhythms, clarification of sounds and more complicated footwork.

    Prerequisites: DANC 1450 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • DANC 2460 - Modern Dance III (2CR)

    (4LB) [E] A second level course covering the principles and techniques of modern dance. This course will expose the students to deeper investigation to various techniques of modern dance including but not limited to Horton, Ailey, Cunningham, Graham, and Humphrey/Limon.

    Prerequisites: DANC 1470 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • DANC 2470 - Modern Dance IV (2CR)

    (4LB) A third level course covering the principles and techniques of modern dance. This course will continue to look at post-modern techniques/styles and be a link from the historical modern dance to the contemporary explorations and modern dance trends.

    Prerequisites: DANC 2460 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • DANC 2480 - Jazz II (1CR)

    (3LB) [E] A second level course furthering the student’s knowledge of jazz dance and its origins. Dancers will focus on techniques, terminology, and the execution of jazz steps from the intermediate to the advanced level.

    Prerequisites: DANC 1480 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • DANC 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)

    (1-3L) (1-3CR) Offered in answer to specific need or public interest, especially seminars with visiting guest artists.


Diesel Technology
  

  • DESL 1540 - Heavy Duty Electrical Systems (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Introductory course to electrical systems used in heavy diesel engines. Course will cover fundamental electrical quantities, components and basic circuits. Additional content will cover heavy diesel engine electrical systems.

  

  • DESL 1580 - Power Train, Braking, and Steering (3CR)

    (3L) (5 weeks) Manual clutches, drive lines, manual transmissions, and final drive units.

  

  • DESL 1600 - Diesel Engines (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Introductory course covers medium to heavy diesel engines. The course is intended to provide an overview of engine construction, fuel systems and general maintenance.

  

  • DESL 1605 - Basic Diesel Engine (9CR)

    (6L, 6LB) This course covers disassembly procedures, evaluating serviceability of components, preparing the engine block for overhaul; the assembly procedure for crankshafts, bearings, pistons, seals, and valve train; the servicing of cylinder heads including valve grinding and seating; bolt torqueing, timing, and run-in checks. The course will also cover basic fuel systems, fuel pumps, injectors, and evaluating system failure. Course is designed to cover the principles and service procedures for the diesel engine and equipment pertinent to the diesel engine industry.

  

  • DESL 1607 - Basic Diesel Engine II (9CR)

    (6L, 6LB) This course is an extension of the Basic Diesel Engine course. Students will be more involved with engine components, fuel systems, and associated systems.

  

  • DESL 1610 - Engine Rebuilding I (9CR)

    (4L, 10LB) (10 weeks) Disassembly procedures, evaluating serviceability of components, preparing the engine block for overhaul; the assembly procedure for crankshafts, bearings, pistons, seals, and valve train; the servicing of cylinder heads including valve grinding and seating; bolt torqueing, timing, and run-in checks.

  

  • DESL 1620 - Engine Rebuilding II (9CR)

    (3L, 12LB) (5 weeks Lec, 15 weeks Lab) Live engines and drive-in work are used for instruction. The students make up the estimates and deal with the customer directly. Students are evaluated on their ability to handle the entire operation from meeting the customer to unit performance on completion.

    Prerequisites: DESL 1610 .
  

  • DESL 1650 - Diesel Fuel Systems and Tuning I (5CR) (5 weeks)

    (3L, 4LB) (5 weeks) Basic fuel systems, fuel pumps, injectors, and evaluating system failure.

    Prerequisites: DESL 1610 .
  

  • DESL 1660 - Diesel Fuel Systems and Tuning II (3CR) (5 weeks)

    (3L) (5 weeks) Air induction systems, injector and fuel pump operations. Troubleshooting and electronic fuel controls.

  

  • DESL 1680 - Natural Gas Engine Technology (10.5CR)

    (6L, 9LB) Course is designed to cover the principles and service procedures for the natural gas engine and equipment pertinent to the natural gas industry. Course will cover fuels, ignition systems, combustion, lean combustion theory, exhaust gas analysis, lubrication systems, cooling systems, mounting and alignment, and gas compression concepts.

    Prerequisites: DESL 1605  or DESL 1610 .
  

  • DESL 1850 - Basic Hydraulics (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Principles of hydraulic systems and components used in mobile equipment. Factors of consideration in the selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of hydraulic systems.

  

  • DESL 1980 - Co-op Work Experience (Diesel)

    (1-8CR) (Max. 8): 8 hours/week for 16 weeks - Total 128 hours. Designed to give students hands-on training in diesel equipment maintenance and repair in a production shop setting. A student working for an employer is responsible for employment verification and documentation of hours worked and jobs done. Students staying on campus will meet the training requirements of the department.


Early Childhood
  

  • EDEC 1020 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3CR)

    (3L) [E] Introduces the student to the field of early childhood education through lecture discussion, observation, and participation. The student will be exposed to different programs in the community. Topics to be explored include components of quality programs, child development theory, curriculum development, learning environments, classroom management, parent-teacher relationships, importance of play, and teaching as a profession.

  

  • EDEC 1030 - Infant and Toddler Care (2CR)

    (2L) This course provides information on growth and development of children under the age of three along with curriculum implications; defines the interactive role of the caregiver, and explores other components of infant toddler care including implementation of quality programming and adult interactions. The course along with EDEC 1035 - Infant and Toddler Care Lab (1CR)  meets the criteria for the Wyoming Infant Toddler Credential.

  

  • EDEC 1035 - Infant and Toddler Care Lab (1CR)

    (2LB) Supervised experience in the care of infants and toddlers at an approved early childhood program. This course along with EDEC 1030, Infant and Toddler Care, meets the criteria for the Wyoming Infant Toddler Credential.

    Prerequisites: EDEC 1030  (or concurrent enrollment).
  

  • EDEC 1100 - Observation and Guidance of Young Children (2CR)

    (2L) Effective methods of observation and guidance to meet the children’s needs individually and in groups with an emphasis on promoting a positive and constructive climate in the early childhood setting. Topics include assessments, recording behaviors, planning environments, materials and equipment, scheduling, discipline and parent-teacher communication.

    Prerequisites: EDEC 1020 , FCSC 2122 , PSYC 2300 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • EDEC 1105 - Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lab (1CR)

    (2LB) Supervised experience in the observation and guidance of young children at an early childhood center. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: EDEC 1100  (or concurrent enrollment).
  

  • EDEC 1200 - Administration in Early Childhood Programs (3CR)

    (3L) Designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop skills in both the business and human relations components of administering centers for young children. Includes procedures in establishing early childhood centers; administrative forms; fiscal management; selection, development, and motivation of staff; parent and community involvement; and program regulations and evaluation. (Fall semester.)

    Prerequisites: EDEC 1020 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • EDEC 1300 - Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children (2CR)

    (2L) Development of skills in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate experiences to encourage intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and creative growth in young children with the focus on the concept of the whole child.

    Prerequisites: EDEC 1020 , FCSC 2122 , PSYC 2300 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • EDEC 1305 - Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lab (1CR)

    (2LB) Supervised experience in planning, implementing and evaluating curriculum activities at an early childhood center.

    Prerequisites: EDEC 1300  or concurrent enrollment.
  

  • EDEC 2210 - Student Teaching in Early Childhood Education (6CR)

    (2L, 8LB) By actively participating in the care and education of young children in an early childhood program, students should become more proficient in administrative skills, increase their awareness of contemporary issues in early childhood, and demonstrate a high level of competence as a head teacher. Students will serve in directed field experience; one eight-hour day per week for a total of 120 clock hours. Students will also serve 30 hours in seminar during the semester. Enrollment is limited to majors in early childhood education except by permission of the instructor.

    Prerequisites: EDEC 1100  and EDEC 1105 , EDEC 1300  and EDEC 1305 , or permission of the instructor.

Economics
  

  • ECON 1010 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3CR)

    (3L) [E] An introduction to our present mixed capitalistic economic system. Emphasis is on the role of markets, the determination of national output, inflation and unemployment, the banking system, and the economic role of government.

  

  • ECON 1020 - Principles of Microeconomics (3CR)

    (3L) [E] An introduction to the economics behavior of firms and households in a market economy and the environment in which they operate. Also studies the roles of government and foreign trade, as it relates to the decisions of firms and households.

    Prerequisites: Minimum ACT Score of 21, COMPASS Placement Score in the Algebra domain of 40, or a C or better in MATH 0920  or higher in the last two years.
  

  • ECON 2400 - Environmental Economics (3CR)

    (3L) This is a three-credit introductory course in environmental economics. This course will cover such traditional environmental topics as pollution control, externalities and public lands. Issues of sustainability of the current economic system with respect to fossil fuel use and environmental destruction will be addressed. A balance between theory and institutional background will be presented in this course.

    Prerequisites: ECON 1010  and ECON 1020 .
  

  • ECON 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)

    (1-3L) (1-3CR) Offered in answer to specific need or public interest.


Education
  

  • EDUC 2100 - Public School Practicum (4CR)

    (2L, 4LB) [E] This course is for prospective educators and a capstone course for education majors at the sophomore level. Students will participate in a practicum experience in a public-accredited school under the supervision of a certified mentor teacher for a minimum of 60 hours. Students will also attend one weekly 110-minute class session. Electronic portfolios are used extensively in this course to demonstrate student proficiencies in content knowledge, skills and preparation to be an effective teacher. Assignments, projects, and classroom experiences are aligned with NCATE accreditation and InTASC standards. Students enrolled in this course must be 18 years of age or older.

    Prerequisites: EDFD 2020 , ITEC 2360  and PSYC 2300 .

Education/Elementary
  
  

  • EDEL 2010 - Mentoring in Education

    (1-2CR) This course will focus on specific teaching techniques and strategies utilized when mentoring third, fourth and fifth grade elementary students. Students in this course will also reflect upon strategies to continually improve teaching techniques. This course is associated with the Help Yourself Academy, an afterschool program designed to offer students the opportunity to focus on a math and science curriculum.

    Prerequisites: Permission of any Education Faculty Member required.
  

  • EDEL 2140 - Teaching Literacy in the Elementary School (3CR)

    (3L) Provides an acquaintance with basic assumptions underlying curriculum and processes in literacy and to give opportunity for selecting and using instructional materials.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 , EDFD 2020  
  

  • EDEL 2280 - Literature for Children (3CR)

    (3L) [E] A survey course designed for reading and discussion of works of literature for children. Selection of children’s books for school, home, and library is stressed. In order to establish criteria for evaluation, students are expected to become acquainted with a wide sampling of children’s literature including classics, both old and new.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1020 .
  

Education Foundations
  

  • EDFD 2020 - Foundations of Education (3CR)

    (3L) [E] A foundations course designed to provide a general survey of educational thought and practice. Emphasis is given to critical thinking about numerous educational points of view.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • EDFD 2100 - Educational Psychology (3CR)

    (3L) [E] Provides an overview of the field of educational psychology, its theoretical bases, and classroom application to the teaching-learning process and examines research design in education.

    Prerequisites: EDFD 2020  and PSYC 2300 .

Electrical Apprenticeship
  

  • ELAP 1510 - Union Electrical Apprentice I (5CR)

    (5L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1510 is a first year course scheduled for completion during the fall semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory, wiring methods and important information about Wyoming Joint Apprenticeship Training Council (WJATC), National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, recommended status as a first-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1515 - Independent Electrical Apprentice I (5CR)

    (5L) This is the first semester class of a series of classes mandated for electrical apprentices. This series of classes is designed to complement the on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include safety, introduction to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory, lighting and appliance circuits, and wiring methods.

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a first-year Electrical Apprentice with and Independent Electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1520 - Union Electrical Apprentice II (5CR)

    (5L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1520 is a first year course scheduled for completion during the spring semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. Additionally, this course will cover Ohm’s Law, powerlaw, Kirchhoff’s current law to electrical currents.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1510, recommended status as a first-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1525 - Independent Electrical Apprentice II (5CR)

    (5L) This is the second semester class of a series of classes mandated for electrical apprentices. This series of classes is designed to complement the on-the-job-training received by electrical apprentices. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include safety, introduction to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory, lighting and appliance circuits, and wiring methods.

     

     

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a first-year Electrical Apprentice with an Independent Electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1530 - Union Electrical Apprentice III (5CR)

    (5L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1530 is a first year course scheduled for completion during the summer semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. Additionally, students will learn how to differentiate between parallel and series paths in electrical circuits.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1520, recommended status as a first-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1535 - Independent Electrical Apprentice III (5CR)

    (5L) This is the third semester class of a series of classes mandated for electrical apprentices. This series of classes is designed to complement the on-the-job-training received by electrical apprentices. This course is designed to provide second year electrical apprentice with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include safety, the National Electrical Code, electrical theory, and industrial wiring methods.

     

     

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a second-year Electrical Apprentice with an Independent Electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1540 - Union Electrical Apprentice IV (5CR)

    (5L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1540 is a second year course scheduled for completion during the fall semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. The course will teach students to properly read and interpret residential blueprints.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1530, recommended status as a second-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1545 - Independent Electrical Apprentice IV (5CR)

    (5L) This is the fourth semester class of a series of classes mandated for electrical apprentices. This series of classes is designed to complement the on-the-job-training received by electrical apprentices. This course is designed to provide the 2nd or 3rd year electrical apprentice with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include industrial applications and the National Electrical Code.

     

     

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a second-year Electrical Apprentice with an Independent Electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1550 - Union Electrical Apprentice V (5CR)

    (5L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1550 is a second year course scheduled for completion during the spring semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. Additionally, the course will cover grounding, bonding and transformers.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1540, recommended status as a second-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1555 - Independent Electrical Apprentice V (5CR)

    (5L) An in depth study of commercial installations, including NEC requirements and calculations for same.

     

     

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a second or third year Electrical Apprentice with an Independent Electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1560 - Union Electrical Apprentice VI (5CR)

    (5L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1560 is a second year course scheduled for completion during the summer semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. Additionally, the course will cover grounding and bonding and transformers II.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1550, recommended status as a second-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1565 - Independent Electrical Apprentice VI (5CR)

    (5L) An in depth study of commercial installations, including NEC requirements and calculations for same.

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a second or third year Electrical Apprentice with an Independent Electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1570 - Union Electrical Apprentice VII (6CR)

    (6L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1570 is a third year course scheduled for completion during the fall semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. This course will cover magnetism and induction, alternators, three-phase motors and basic level I motor operation in addition to motor controls.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1560, recommended status as a third-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1575 - Independent Electrical Apprentice VII (5CR)

    (5L) This is the seventh semester class of a series of classes mandated for electrical apprentices. This series of classes is designed to complement the on-the-job-training received by electrical apprentices. This course is designed to provide the 4th year electrical apprentice with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. The National Electrical Code and journeyman type questions will be covered along with individual review topics.

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a fourth year Electrical Apprentice with an electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1580 - Union Electrical Apprentice VIII (6CR)

    (6L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1580 is a third year course scheduled for completion during the spring semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. This course will also cover motors level I, which includes all aspects of motors and motor control.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1570, recommended status as a third-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1585 - Independent Electrical Apprentice VIII (5CR)

    (5L) This is the eighth semester class of a series of classes mandated for electrical apprentices. This series of classes is designed to complement the on-the-job-training received by electrical apprentices. This course is designed to provide the 4th year electrical apprentice with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. The National Electrical Code and journeyman type questions will be covered along with individual review topics.

     

     

    Prerequisites: Recommended status as a fourth year Electrical Apprentice with an electrical contractor, and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1590 - Union Electrical Apprentice IX (6CR)

    (6L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1590 is a fourth year course scheduled for completion during the fall semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. This course will cover instrumental level I and instrumentation level II in addition to code work.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1580, recommended status as a fourth-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.
  

  • ELAP 1600 - Union Electrical Apprentice X (6CR)

    (6L) Casper College partners with the Wyoming Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (WJATC) to provide extensive training designed to complement on-the-job training received by electrical apprentices. Classes meet several times a year for a week at a time over the 4-year apprenticeship program duration. The combination of course work and training prepare an apprentice electrician to take the journeyman electrician exam administered by the State of Wyoming Department of Fire and Electrical Safety. Course ELAP 1600 is a fourth year course scheduled for completion during the spring semester. This course is designed to provide the beginning electrical apprentice the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure safe and efficient work practices on the job. Topics of study include: safety, introductions to the National Electrical Code, basic electrical theory and wiring methods. This class will also include code calculations, applied codeology and information about the journeyman examination.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the WJATC apprenticeship program, successful completion of ELAP 1590, recommended status as a fourth-year Electrical Apprentice with a WJATC approved contractor and registered with the State of Wyoming Electrical Board of the Department of Fire and Prevention and Electrical Safety as an apprentice electrician.

Electronics
  

  • ELTR 1010 - Personal Computer Hardware (1CR)

    (1L) An introduction to the basic hardware common to past and current types of IBM compatible personal computers.

  

  • ELTR 1515 - Basic AC/DC Electronics (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Groundwork in electrical fundamentals needed for an understanding of modern electronics.

    Prerequisites: High school mathematics or work experience.
  

  • ELTR 1535 - Electrical Power (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Fundamentals of AC electrical machines and transformers. Topics covered are electromagnetism, transformers, AC motors and motor control.

    Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent enrollment in ELTR 1515  or ELTR 1570 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 1545 - Utility Locator Certification (2CR)

    (1.5L, 1LB) Fundamentals of underground utility location will be covered. This will include the methods used to change the transmitter current levels, change the shape of the magnetic field, how to measure the magnetic field with the receiver, and how to produce a round magnetic field and verify depth. Successful completion of this course will result in certification as an underground utility locator.

  

  • ELTR 1565 - Semiconductors and Electric Circuits (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) Fundamentals of electronics. A continuation of ELTR 1515  with emphasis on semiconductors, diodes, SCRs, triacs, diacs, transistors, fets, and integrated circuits.

  

  • ELTR 1570 - Electric Circuits (4CR)

    (4L) Fundamentals of DC and AC circuit analysis, electromagnetics, and single-phase transformers.

    Prerequisites: ACT score of 19 (or Compass score 45) or higher; completion or concurrent enrollment in ELTR 1620  or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 1580 - Electrical Machines (4.5CR)

    (3L, 3LB) Fundamentals of electrical machines and transformers. Topics covered are DC motors and generators, AC alternators, single and three-phase AC motors, and single and three-phase transformer connections.

    Prerequisites: ELTR 1570 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 1605 - Process Control (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Fundamentals of process control systems using PID control. Students will control single and multivariable processes and calibrate sensors. Other topics include valve actuators and industrial data communications.

    Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent enrollment in ELTR 1515  or ELTR 1570 , or permission of the instructor.
    Cross-listed: PTEC 1605  
  

  • ELTR 1620 - Electrical Concepts Laboratory (1.5CR)

    (3LB) An introductory laboratory course for electronics technicians. Emphasizes analysis and troubleshooting of simple AC and DC circuits. Additional topics covered include magnetism and electromagnetism.

    Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ELTR 1570 .
  

  • ELTR 1630 - Renewable Energy (2CR)

    (2L) An examination of wind and solar energy systems as electrical power sources to residential or small commercial buildings. The course will offer information on how to select a system for buildings connected to the power company and for remote buildings without any electrical power.

  

  • ELTR 1645 - Accelerated Utility Locator Certification (1.5CR)

    (1.5L) This course is designed for utility locators that have two years or more of utility locating experience. The course will cover the fundamentals of utility locating, practical demonstrations of concepts covered in the lectures, Wyoming state law for utility locating, and the federal law for utility locating. Successful completion of this course will result in certification as an underground utility locator.

  

  • ELTR 1700 - Introduction to Solid State Electronics (4CR)

    (2L, 4LB) Fundamentals of semiconductor electronics circuits. Transistor structure, measurement of transistor parameters, transistor biasing, audio and radio frequency amplifiers, and power supplies. Experiments are designed to assist the student to become cognizant of trends in this rapidly developing technology.

    Prerequisites: ELTR 1570 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 1730 - Language for Microprocessor Control Systems I (2CR)

    (2L) Basic languages with application to their usage in microprocessor control systems. Students will be given an opportunity to apply their knowledge through laboratory experiments using the department’s 80386 MS-DOS microprocessor system.

  

  • ELTR 1745 - Utility Locator Recertification (.5CR)

    (.5L) Review of the basic theory for utility locating, Wyoming state law for utility locators, and a hands-on practical test for recertification. Successful completion of this course will result in recertification as an Underground Utility Locator through Staking University.

  

  • ELTR 1750 - Electronic Design and Fabrication (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) A course using industrial processes to design and fabricate electronic circuitry. Topics include soldering, computer-generated schematics, computer-designed PC boards, industrial etching processes, and sheet metal fabrication.

  

  • ELTR 1760 - Introduction to Digital Electronics (4.5CR)

    (3L, 3LB) Logic circuits associated with the control and operation of a digital computer. Application of the specific logic circuits through selected laboratory experiments.

  

  • ELTR 1770 - Microprocessor Fundamentals (4.5CR)

    (3L, 3LB) Microprocessors, their architecture, language, and capabilities. Students will have an opportunity to work with those that are most commonly used in industry and will be expected to develop individual projects in addition to the required laboratory experiments.

  

  • ELTR 1980 - Cooperative Work Experience (Electronics)

    (Max. 8) (1-8CR) (Max. 8) On-the-job training with a cooperative industrial or commercial electronics maintenance, fabrication or service facility. Eighty hours of work per semester earns one hour of credit.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 2145 - Electronic Digital Photography (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) Basic techniques of electronic-digital photography with an overview of the hardware and software needed to acquire, store, retouch, and print digital and hybrid photographs.

  

  • ELTR 2515 - Licensing for Electronics (1CR)

    (1L) This course is for electronic, electrical, industrial and educational technicians who need to be certified. The course will focus on the FCC, Certified Electronics Technician, and other national certification exams.

  

  • ELTR 2580 - Motor and Process Control (4CR)

    (2L, 4LB) The study of electronics in industrial applications: industrial motor control devices, digital interface circuitry for microprocessor control, industrial process control, transducer sensing devices, telemetry and data communications.

    Prerequisites: ELTR 1515  or ELTR 1700 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 2600 - Electronic Communication (4.5CR)

    (3L, 3LB) Emphasis on radio receivers and transmitters, antennas, amplitude and frequency modulation FM stereo multiplex circuits, and FM radios.

    Prerequisites: ELTR 1515  or ELTR 1570  or permission of instructor.
  

  • ELTR 2610 - Advanced Microprocessors (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Microcontrollers and a variety of peripheral devices will be used to demonstrate common applications. Basic C programming will be used for communications, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Project-based work with a variety of microcontrollers, sensors, lighting systems, displays, and motors will be used to learn concepts.

    Prerequisites: ELTR 1770 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 2750 - Microprocessor Applications (4.5CR)

    (3L, 3LB) Application of the microprocessor to complex process control, including the use of the MS-DOS operating system, assembly language program implementation, signal conditioning, sensors and DA/AD conversion techniques. The student will be expected to develop and demonstrate individual projects in addition to the required laboratory experiments.

    Prerequisites: ELTR 1770 , or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 2815 - Programmable Logic Controllers (4CR)

    (2L, 4LB) Assembly, programming and troubleshooting programmable logic controllers in industrial processes. This course will include variable frequency drives, robotics and data communications.

    Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent enrollment in ELTR 1515  or ELTR 1570  or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 2870 - CCD Cameras and Security Systems (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) This course will cover the construction and use of charged coupled device (CCD) camera sensors, which are used in digital cameras, machine vision cameras, and surveillance cameras. Other areas covered will be lighting, image acquisition and storage, surveillance systems and security cameras.

    Prerequisites: ELTR 1570  or permission of the instructor.
  

  • ELTR 2910 - Computer Networking (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) Introduction into the technical aspects of local area networks. The curriculum will include local area network theory and practices, software installation and maintenance, hardware installation, cable connections and system troubleshooting.

  

  • ELTR 2920 - Small Computer Repair Techniques (3CR)

    (2L, 2LB) Techniques used to install and maintain microcomputers. Emphasis will be on basic computer trouble-shooting techniques, both at the system and board level with representative small computer systems. Mass storage techniques for small systems, their strong and weak points and repair. Basic Internet connectivity via both modems and NICs will also be covered.

  

  • ELTR 2925 - Fiber Optics (4CR)

    (2L, 4LB) Fundamentals of light-wave communications and transmission. Includes the fundamentals of light, light sources, optical fiber characteristics, splices, connectors, couplers, receiver, and driver systems. System maintenance and splicing will be stressed. Safety procedures will be stressed throughout the course of instruction.

  

  • ELTR 2935 - Electronics Workshop II (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) This course is for industrial personnel, electrical, electronic, and science instructors who need to upgrade their skills in this area. The course will focus on power electronics. Topics covered will include three-phase motors, generators, transformers, and controls, electrical energy and mechanical energy.

  

  • ELTR 2945 - Fiber Optic Workshop (2CR)

    (1L, 2LB) An introductory course in the use of fiber optic technology as it applies to industry and education. This course is designed to instruct representatives from industry and secondary education in the area of fiber optics.

  

  • ELTR 2975 - Independent Study in Electronics

    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) Electronics majors who have completed the introductory courses may be permitted to contract with the instructor for special advanced problems in electrical applications to be pursued as independent study.

    Prerequisites: sophomore standing and permission of the instructor.

Emergency Medical Technician
  

  • EMT 1500 - Emergency Medical Technician (9CR)

    (6L, 9LB) An entry level education of emergency medical services to prepare the student for a career as an emergency medical technician.

    Prerequisites: basic emergency care (Preferred).
  

  • EMT 2500 - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (8CR)

    (6L, 6LB) This course is designed to provide the student with an expanded an enhanced knowledge of Emergency Medical Services and how to provide advanced care for the sick and injured. This course follows the current National EMS Education Standard.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of EMT 1500  and permission of instructor.
     
  

  • EMT 2750 - Wyoming Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate (6CR)

    (5L, 3LB) This course is designed to provide the student with an expanded and enhanced knowledge of Emergency Medical Services and how to provide advanced care for the sick and injured. This course follows the current Wyoming EMS Education Standard.

    Prerequisites: The student must contact the instructor for approval prior to enrollment. Successful completion of EMT 2500  is required.
 

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