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SO 212-Gender and Society (3)
• Gen Ed Sociology; Cultural Competence
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or EN 61) and
EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR (ESL 72 and ESL 73)
Introduces the scientific study of women as a
multicultural group. Reviews material from the
fields of psychology, sociology, anthropology, and
medicine as it related to women. Particular effort will
be made to address the experiences of women of
varied races, ethnic groups, classes, national origins,
and sexual orientations so that the whole concept
of gender may be broadened to take these different
experiences and different concerns into account.
ST: Surgical Technology
ST 100-Fundamentals of Surgical
Technology I (6)
Prerequisite: ST 120
Develops concepts, skills and attitudes needed
by students to perform as members of a surgical
team. Demonstration of competence in basic
skills is essential. Simulated practice time in FCC’s
lab and in operating room settings along with
didactic instruction prepare the student for the
clinical practicum component of this course.
ST 101-Introduction to Surgical
Technology (6)
• Cultural Competence
Provides an overview of the functions of the surgical
technologist in the perioperative environment.
Develops the fundamental concepts and principles
of microbiology, asepsis, pharmacology, anesthesia,
ethical and legal considerations, patient care,
all-hazards preparation, and teamwork.
ST 105-Clinical Practicum (5)
Prerequisite: ST 100
Develops surgical technology concepts, attitudes,
and skills needed by students to perform
as professional members of a surgical team.
Demonstration of proficiency is essential during
the perioperative phases of surgical procedures.
ST 120-Surgery Essentials (3)
Prerequisites: MDA 108 or MDA 109, BI 103 and BI 104
Provides an introduction to the surgical environment
and to the essential skills required of a surgical
technologist. Emphasizes the fundamental
concepts of sterile technique, critical thinking, and
professionalism. Application and demonstration
of essential surgical technology skills and concepts
are required to advance in the program.
ST 200-Fundamentals of Surgical
Technology II (12)
Prerequisite: ST 100
Provides the student with theory and practice
related to the dynamic role of the surgical
technologist in classroom, laboratory, and clinical
settings. Preceptored clinical experiences focus on
participation during complex surgical procedures,
advancement of skill level, and critical thinking.
THR: Theater
THR 101-Introduction to Theatre (3)
• Gen Ed Arts
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or
EN 61) and EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR
(ESL 72 and ESL 73) OR Corequisite: EN 75
Introduces the history of drama and the theatre
through reading, viewing and discussing plays.
THR 102-Introduction to Acting (3)
Offers a basic study of acting, through both a
historical perspective and in-depth exercises.
THR 107-Improvisation I (3)
Provides students with a basic overview of modern
improvisation techniques. Emphasis will be placed
on techniques used to build confidence, creativity,
critical thinking, and learn team building skills.
Course offers an introduction of improvisation as a
tool for professional auditions and performances.
THR 108-Theatre Ensemble I (3)
Provides students with an opportunity to explore
the creation of a piece of theatre from the beginning
stages of research, improvisation, script writing, and
other play creation techniques to a final production
on or off campus. Emphasis will be placed on
techniques used to build confidence, creativity,
critical thinking, and learn team building skills. The
course will use multidisciplinary research skills on
topics that are important to the class to bring a
vibrant theatre piece with a strong community focus.
THR 121-Stagecraft (3)
Explores all technical aspects of play production,
with emphasis on set construction, scene
painting, properties and stage lighting.
Provides laboratory experience in conjunction
with campus theater productions.
THR 203-Fundamentals of Directing (3)
Addresses problems in playwriting, directing and
acting. Students work on scenes and/or one-act plays.
THR 204-Production Survey (1)
Students participate in a campus theater
production as a member of the production
crew. May be taken for credit three times.
THR 205-Acting Survey (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Students participate in a campus theater
production as a member of the cast. May
be taken for credit three times.
THR 206-Advanced Acting (3)
Concentrates on characterization
and dramatic improvisation.
THR 207-Improvisation II (3)
Prerequisite: THR 107
Explores advanced improvisation techniques for
public presentation. Emphasis will be placed on
advanced techniques used to build confidence,
creativity, critical thinking, and learn team building
skills. The class offers an in-depth exploration of
improvisation as a tool for professional auditions,
performance, and character building.
THR 208-Theatre Ensemble II (3)
Prerequisite: THR 108
Explores advanced methods and execution of
creating, rehearsing, and producing a piece of
theatre through creativity, critical thinking, and
team building skills. The course will use advanced
multi-disciplinary research skills on topics
deemed socially relevant by the class and through
improvisation, script writing, and other play
creation techniques, the class will present a vibrant
theatre piece with a strong community focus.
THR 212-Theatre Internship (3)
Offers an intensive study of theatrical performance,
including both acting and stagecraft assignments.
Students prepare a theatrical production
for presentation during the summer.