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ATC-112 Anesthesia Pharmacology
This course introduces anesthesia pharmacology, the drugs used for the induction and maintenance of anesthesia, and the drugs used for cardiovascular support. Topics include: inhalation agents, intravenous therapy, pharmacology, emergency medications, Basic and Advanced Life Support training. Upon completion, students should be able to have a basic knowledge of the common medications used in the anesthesia environment as well as their administration.
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ATC-115 The Anesthesia Machine
This course introduces didactic and lab training on the components, function, setup, turn-over, and basic maintenance of the anesthesia machine. Emphasis is placed on individual components of the vaporizer, ventilator, and circuits of the anesthesia machine, this includes proper cleaning, setup and turn-over, as well as, basic trouble-shooting and maintenance. Upon completion, students should be able to have a thorough understanding of the components and function of the anesthesia machine and be able to perform a check-out, turn-over, cleaning and basic maintenance.
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ATC-150 Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practice, I
This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on basic anesthesia care in efficient ambulatory surgery anesthesia and similar settings. Upon completion, students should be able to provide anesthesia support and demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
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ATC-155 Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practice, II
This course provides entry-level clinical experience for anesthesia technologists in the high-acuity inpatient surgical setting on a large variety of surgical cases. Emphasis is placed on more complex anesthesia in a variety of surgical cases in a large hospital setting. Upon completion, students should be able to provide anesthesia support for a wide variety of surgeries in a high-acuity inpatient setting in a major hospital setting.
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ATC-210 Anesthesia Monitoring Equipment
This course covers the function and placement of non-invasive, invasive, and advanced monitoring equipment used during the administration of anesthesia. Emphasis is placed on standard monitors including blood pressure, ECG, pulse oximetry, temperature, End-Tidal CO2, neuromuscular blockade, invasive arterial and venous monitors and other specialized equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to setup and place, or assist in placement, anesthesia monitors as well as perform basic trouble-shooting, and they will have basic knowledge of more advanced and complex equipment used in specialty anesthesia.
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ATC-215 Anesthesia Airway Equipment
This course covers the function and use of basic and advanced anesthesia airway equipment and the setup, trouble-shooting and assistance in placing endotracheal tubes. Emphasis is placed on equipment setup and processing of airway equipment including direct and indirect laryngoscopy, supraglottic airways, and fiberoptic endoscopes. Upon completion, students should be able to setup and assist with placing airways in a variety of situations and be able to assist the anesthesia care team in a case of a difficult airway.
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ATC-250 Clinical Applications I
This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience for anesthesia technologists. Emphasis is placed on advanced skills in anesthetics in typical and atypical settings. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations and use skills to begin to transition to professional work.
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ATC-280 Anesthesia Technology Professional, Practice
This course includes a comprehensive overview of anesthesia technologist concepts and essential professional skills. Topics include healthcare law, professional ethics, career transition, professional and employability skills, and preparation for the certification examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge required for the anesthesia technologist to obtain employment and sit for the Certified Anesthesia Technologist examination.
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ATR-3115A Mechatronics
Topics covered in this course include: AC/DC Electricity; Motors and controls; Hydraulics & Pneumatics; Programmable Logic Controllers; Workplace Success Skills such as employability, communication, and resume building. Students will take the Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) exam during the class, and if they pass the exam, they will receive SACA certifications. Prerequisite: A math assessment test is required before registering for this class. Please contact Gerardo Somarriba at somarribag@durhamtech.edu for more information.
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ATT-115 Green Transportation Safety and Service
This course covers workplace safety, hazardous material and environmental regulation relevant to electric, hybrid and alternative fueled vehicles. Topics include safety of high voltage vehicle systems, gaseous fuel systems and alternative liquid fuels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe work practices, utilize appropriate shop tools and explain government regulations associated with alternative transportation.
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ATT-125 Hybrid-Electric Transportation
This course covers the theory and operation of hybrid-electric drive vehicles. Topics include maintenance, diagnostics, repair and safety procedures for electrically propelled and hybrid vehicles. Upon completion, students should be able to perform diagnostics, maintenance and repair hybrid-electric drive vehicles.
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AUT-116 Engine Repair
This course covers the theory, construction, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and related systems. Topics include fundamental operating principles of engines and diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic diagnosis, measurement and repair of automotive engines using appropriate tools, equipment, procedures, and service information.
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AUT-141 Suspension & Steering Systems
This course covers principles of operation, types, and diagnosis/repair of suspension and steering systems to include steering geometry. Topics include manual and power steering systems and standard and electronically controlled suspension and steering systems. Upon completion, students should be able to service and repair steering and suspension components, check and adjust alignment angles, repair tires, and balance wheels.
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AUT-151 Brake Systems
This course covers principles of operation and types, diagnosis, service, and repair of brake systems. Topics include drum and disc brakes involving hydraulic, vacuum boost, hydra-boost, electrically powered boost, and anti-lock and parking brake systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, service, and repair various automotive braking systems.
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AUT-163 Advanced Automotive Electricity
This course covers electronic theory, wiring diagrams, test equipment, and diagnosis, repair, and replacement of electronics, lighting, gauges, horn, wiper, accessories, and body modules. Topics include networking and module communication, circuit construction, wiring diagrams, circuit testing, and troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly use wiring diagrams, diagnose, test, and repair wiring, lighting, gauges, accessories, modules, and electronic concerns.
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AUT-181 Engine Performance 1
This course covers the introduction, theory of operation, and basic diagnostic procedures required to restore engine performance to vehicles equipped with complex engine control systems. Topics include an overview of engine operation, ignition components and systems, fuel delivery, injection components and systems and emission control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to describe operation and diagnose/repair basic ignition, fuel and emission related driveability problems using appropriate test equipment/service information.
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AUT-183 Engine Performance 2
This course covers study of the electronic engine control systems, the diagnostic process used to locate engine performance concerns, and procedures used to restore normal operation. Topics will include currently used fuels and fuel systems, exhaust gas analysis, emission control components and systems, OBD II (on-board diagnostics) and inter-related electrical/electronic systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and repair complex engine performance concerns using appropriate test equipment and service information.
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AUT-213 Automotive Servicing 2
This course is a lab used as an alternative to co-op placement. Emphasis is placed on shop operations, troubleshooting, testing, adjusting, repairing, and replacing components using appropriate test equipment and service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform a variety of automotive repairs using proper service procedures and to operate appropriate equipment.
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AUT-221 Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
This course covers operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automatic transmissions/transaxles. Topics include hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical/electronic operation of automatic drive trains and the use of appropriate service tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operational theory, diagnose and repair automatic drive trains.
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AUT-231 Manual Transmissions/Transaxles/Drive, Trains
This course covers the operation, diagnosis, and repair of manual transmissions/transaxles, clutches, driveshafts, axles, and final drives. Topics include theory of torque, power flow, and manual drive train servicing and repair using appropriate service information, tools, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operational theory, diagnose and repair manual drive trains.
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BAR-3100A Barbering I
Barbering I is the first of four courses in the Barbering program and introduces students to foundational theory, skills, and professional principles used in the barbering industry. Topics include infection control, sanitizing implements and equipment, professional ethics, shop safety, hair and scalp disorders, basic haircutting theory, shampooing & conditioning, draping, tool identification, and beginning clipper and trimmer techniques. Students will also begin learning basic clinic services, including determining hair texture, performing foundational hair cutting, and introductory hair processing procedures. The Barbering curriculum provides competency-based knowledge, scientific and artistic principles, and hands-on practice in a simulated barbershop environment. Students begin developing manipulative skills related to trimming, cutting, shaping, tapering, scalp massage, beard and mustache maintenance, and basic grooming services. Completion of all courses will prepare students to sit for the North Carolina Board of Barber Examiners certification exam and pursue an apprentice license. The prerequisite for this course is a high school/college transcript, GED, or its equivalent. For more information, please email steelem@durhamtech.edu.
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BAR-3100B Barbering II
Barbering II is the second course in a four-course program and builds on the concepts learned in Barbering I. This course introduces more comprehensive topics including advanced sanitizing and safety procedures, product knowledge, wet and thermal hairstyling, advanced clipper work, shear cutting, tapering and fading techniques, and facial hair design. Students also perform a wider range of clinic services such as draping, shampooing, cutting, hair drying, and introductory chemical processing. Students continue developing manipulative skills through hands-on experience in the student barber clinic, where emphasis is placed on precision, efficiency, and delivering complete barbering services in a professional environment. Completion of all courses will prepare students for the North Carolina Board of Barber Examiners certification exam and an apprentice license. Barbering I must be completed before enrolling in Barbering II. Contact steelem@durhamtech.edu with any questions or for registration assistance.
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BAR-3100C Barbering III
Barbering III is the third course in the four-course Barbering program and provides instruction in more advanced barbering and grooming services. Topics include wet and thermal hairstyling, finger waving, chemical restructuring, advanced hair processing, skin care-including electricity and light therapy-manicuring, scalp treatments, multicultural hair practices, beard design, shaving fundamentals, and men's hairstyling. Students continue performing intermediate-level services in the student barber clinic, with emphasis on chemical treatments, hair design, and delivering complete grooming services safely and competently. Product knowledge, consultation, and the application of scientific and artistic principles remain central to student development. Completion of all courses prepares students to sit for the North Carolina Board of Barber Examiners certification exam and pursue an apprentice license. Barbering I and II must be completed before enrolling in Barbering III. Contact steelem@durhamtech.edu for more information or registration assistance.
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BAR-3100D Barbering IV
Barbering IV is the final course in the four-course Barbering program and covers advanced barbering concepts and full preparation for the North Carolina state licensing examinations. Topics include advanced haircutting techniques, hair color, shaving and razor services, advanced hairstyling, skin care, manicuring, retailing, professional ethics, business and computer principles, and job interview preparation. Students gain advanced experience in the student barber clinic, where emphasis is placed on efficient, precise, and competent delivery of all barbershop services. This course reinforces all phases of professional barbering-from haircutting, facial hair management, and scalp care to chemical processes, multicultural practices, and client relations. Upon completion of Barbering I through IV, students will be prepared to sit for the North Carolina Board of Barber Examiners licensing examinations. Those who pass will be issued an apprentice license and will be qualified for employment in barbershops and related grooming businesses. For any questions or for registration assistance, contact steelem@durhamtech.edu.
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BAS-120 Introduction to Analytics
This course introduces basic concepts and applications of analytics. Topics include an overview of the analytical process and the role of the analyst, applied descriptive statistics, and exploratory data analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of analytics for decision-making in business.
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BAS-3120A Intro to AI and Analytics
This introductory course in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Analytics provides students with a foundational understanding of the principles, techniques, and applications of AI and the general tools for accessing and analyzing data. Through a combination of theoretical concepts and practical hands-on exercises, students will delve into the core elements of AI, including defining artificial intelligence, machine learning, algorithms, and robotics. Topics may also include data mining, management, forecasting, and utilizing data analytics for decision-making.
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BIO-110 Principles of Biology
This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding of biology as it applies to everyday life.
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BIO-111 General Biology I
This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels.
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BIO-112 General Biology II
This course is a continuation of BIO 111. Emphasis is placed on organisms, evolution, biodiversity, plant and animal systems, ecology, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels.
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BIO-140 Environmental Biology
This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues.