Chronological Listing of Changes

1/1/08 - The Academic Calendar for Fall Semester 2007 is stored in the chronological file due to space limitations in the General Catalog.

1/1/08 - Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 was updated. The previous version follows. Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 was last updated 1/14/07.

Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990

Covering the Period of January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006

Any of the crimes listed above which manifest evidence of prejudice based on race, religion, sexual orientation, or ethnicity, as prescribed by the Hate Crimes Statistics Act (28 U.S.C. 534)—None
 
If you would like to make an inquiry referencing a registered sex offender in the Thatcher area or the State of Arizona, go to www.azsexoffender.com.

1/3/08 - ECE 120 - Guiding Children's Social Development and Behavior was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Students will gain knowledge in a study of positive guidance and discipline techniques that can be used to encourage children to develop self-discipline and responsibility for their own actions. Students will also learn the importance of assessing, understanding, and enhancing the development of communication skills of young children to help guide and develop a child's self image.

1/4/08 - ECE 171 - Child Growth and Development was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Gives the student a broad, comprehensive view of the child at each stage of development from conception to middle school years. Considers the biological, cognitive, personality, and social aspects of development. Identical to PSY 171.

1/4/08 - PSY 171 - Child Growth and Development was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Gives the student a broad, comprehensive view of the child at each stage of development from conception to middle school years. Considers the biological, cognitive, personality, and social aspects of development. Identical to ECE 171.

1/16/08 - ART 180 - Lettering I was deleted. The course description follows: 2 credits, Offered upon request, Activity/Personal Enrichment. Letter forms, spacing, and layout; provides basis for advanced study in lettering and commercial design.

1/16/08 - ART 280 - Lettering II was deleted. The course description follows: 2 credits, Offered upon request, Activity/Personal Enrichment. The study of hand drawn letter forms, spacing and layout.

1/16/08 - CMP 114C - Search Engine Optimization was added.

1/16/08 - ELT 162 - Process Measurement Instrumentation II was added.

1/16/08 - ELT 191 - Substation Maintenance was added.

1/16/08 - ELT 271 - Advanced Process Control Instrumentation and Programmable Logic Controllers was added.

1/16/08 - EMT 203 - Intermediate Emergency Medical Technician III was deleted. The course description follows: 6 credits, Offered upon request. This course is designed to comply with the clinical and vehicular requirements of the new standardized curriculum published by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of EMS.

1/16/08 - EMT 280 - National Registry Preparatory was deleted. The course description follows: 3 credits, Offered upon request. This course is designed to prepare the student to be successful on the national registry certification examinations, written and practical skills, at any level of EMT certification.

1/16/08 - HPE 241 - Introduction to Fitness and Sports Medicine IV was added.

1/16/08 - TEC 292 - Industry Internship IV was added.

1/17/08 - GLG 110 - Geologic Hazards and Disasters was revised to change the GE category to Lab Science. GLG 110 was added 11/14/07.

1/24/08 - BUS 111 - Business Mathematical Calculations was revised to add "or instructor approval" to the prerequisite. The original prerequisite follows: Placement test or equivalent.

1/24/08 - AUT 265 - Vehicle Emission Strategies and Testing was revised to add "or instructor approval" to the prerequisite. The original prerequisite follows: AUT 105.

1/24/08 - MSP 210 - Technical Welding was revised to add "or instructor approval" to the prerequisite. The original prerequisite follows: MSP 110 or concurrent enrollment in MSP 110 required.

2/1/08 - DRG Technologies Business Scholarship was revised. The original version follows: Awarded to a full-time student who is a resident of Graham or Greenlee County. Recipient must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA and pursue a degree in Business (Administration, Finance, Accounting, Management, etc.) or Computer Information Systems (Computer Information Systems, Computer Technology, etc.)

2/1/08 - DRG Technologies Graphic Design Scholarship was added.

2/1/08 - DAN 150 - Beginning Theatre Dance I was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Jazz movement styles for the beginning dancer; basic steps, phrases, and performing techniques for musical comedy, and media dance entertainment.

2/7/08 - AUT 265 - Vehicle Emission Strategies and Testing was revised to change the semester offered. AUT 265 was originally offered every spring semester. AUT 265 was last modified 1/24/08.

2/7/08 - SBM 111 - Marketing was revised to change the semester offered. SBM 111 was originally offered every spring semester.

2/13/08 - Arizona State Savings and Credit Union Scholarship was deleted. The scholarship description follows: One scholarship awarded annually for tuition and books. To qualify, you must be an Arizona resident and a Credit Union member majoring in Business.

2/20/08 - Greenlee County Advisory Committee was revised. The original version follows. Greenlee County Advisory Committee was last revised 10/18/07.

Greenlee County Advisory Committee

Donald Merrell, Chair
Mary Beager
Gregg Griffin
Christine Harper
Amy McCullar
Rick Miller
Carol Navarette
Angela Nuñez
Steve Tucker

2/20/08 - Electrical and Instrumentation Technician - Advanced Certificate - 30631 was added.

2/20/08 - Electrical and Instrumentation Technology AAS Degree - 20611 was added.

2/20/08 - Industrial Plant Technician - Advanced Certificate - 30632 was added.

2/20/08 - Industrial Plant Technology AAS Degree - 20612 was added.

2/20/08 - Community Health Advocate, Diabetes Certificate - 31201 was added.

2/20/08 - AUT 150 - Automotive Painting and Refinishing was revised to change the title, semester tuaght and course description. The original title follows: Auto Body Repair. AUT 150 was originally offered upon request. The original course description follows: Students taking this course will study the effects of heat, water, and corrosion on plastic and metal designed auto bodies, and receive instruction in the techniques and skills of repairing, coating, finishing, forming, and shaping of these bodies.

2/20/08 - AUT 260 - Vehicle Performance and Diagnosis was revised to change the title, credits and course description. The original title follows: Engine Performance and Driveability. The credits were changed from 2 to 3. The original course description follows: Provides instruction in diagnostic procedures for driveability concerns on automotive vehicles. Includes an in-depth study in modern ignition, fuel and power train computer controlled systems. Gives the student the opportunity to use industry standard testing equipment such as PC based scopes and hand-held scanners. This course requires an understanding of automotive electrical and electronic fundamentals and, together with AUT 110, prepares the student for ASE Certification Test on Engine Performance.

2/20/08 - DAN 134 - Beginning Clogging I was added.

2/20/08 - DAN 135 - Beginning Clogging II was added.

2/20/08 - DAN 234 - Intermediate Clogging I was added.

2/20/08 - DAN 235 - Intermediate Clogging II was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 110 - Diesel Service Techniques was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 120 - Diesel Engines was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 130 - Diesel Electrical Systems Design and Diagnosis was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 140 - Diesel Fuel Systems was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 150 - Machine Hydraulics was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 160 - Heavy Equipment Drive Train was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 170 - Heavy Equipment Suspension, Steering and Brake Systems was added.

2/20/08 - DSL 240 - Diesel Computerized System Controls was added.

2/20/08 - FCR 134 - Advanced Quilting was added.

2/20/08 - HCE 140 - Diabetes Awareness was added.

2/20/08 - HCE 141 - Diabetes Prevention and Control was added.

2/20/08 - HCE 142 - Diabetes Advocacy was added.

2/20/08 - JPN 101 - Elementary Japanese I was revised to change the credits from 4 credits to 5 credits.

2/20/08 - JPN 102 - Elementary Japanese II was revised to change the credits from 4 credits to 5 credits. JPN 102 was added 11/16/06.

2/20/08 - MUS 125 - Jazz Ensemble I was revised to remove the following co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUS 142, MUS 143, MUS 242 or MUS 243) or Marching Band (MUS 111 or MUS 211) required.

2/20/08 - MUS 126 - Jazz Ensemble II was revised to remove the co-requisite and change the course description. The co-requisite follows: Concurrent enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUS 142, MUS 143, MUS 242 or MUS 243) or Marching Band (MUS 111 or MUS 211) required. The original course description follows: Continuation of MUS 125.

2/20/08 - MUS 225 - Jazz Ensemble III was revised to remove the co-requisite and change the course description. The co-requisite follows: Concurrent enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUS 142, MUS 143, MUS 242 or MUS 243) or Marching Band (MUS 111 or MUS 211) required. The original course description follows: Continuation of MUS 126. Auditions will be held.

2/20/08 - MUS 226 - Jazz Ensemble IV was revised to remove the following co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUS 142, MUS 143, MUS 242 or MUS 243) or Marching Band (MUS 111 or MUS 211) required.

2/20/08 - MUS 142 - Symphonic Band I was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Study and performance of standard band literature for public concert performances. Required for Instrumental Music majors. Provides pep band for athletic events.

2/20/08 - MUS 242 - Symphonic Band III was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Continuation of MUS 143. Study and performance of standard band literature for public concert performances. Required for Instrumental Music majors. Provides pep band for athletic events.

2/20/08 - MUS 151 - Symphony Orchestra I was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Studies and performs a wide selection of symphonic literature.  Orchestra prepares concerts for public performances and provides accompaniment for music performances.

2/20/08 - MUS 152 - Symphony Orchestra II was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Continuation of MUS 151.

2/20/08 - Automotive Parts Specialist Certificate - 30606 was deleted.

Automotive Parts Specialist

Certificate of Proficiency

30606

Advisor:
Brian Coppola

The Automotive Parts Specialist certificate program develops skills necessary for entry into the automotive parts sales career area. The program is designed to provide in one year much of the basic automotive skills training needed to be productive and efficient in an automotive parts sales position. Additionally, the certificate program provides salesmanship training necessary for this career area. The certificate course work will help you prepare for the ASE certification test in Automotive Parts Specialist.

Core Automotive Curriculum Requirements

Select at least 10 credits from the following courses:

Driveability Area Curriculum Requirements

Select at least 6 credits from the following courses:

Chassis & Power Train Area Curriculum Requirements

Select at least 6 credits from the following courses:

Curriculum Related Requirements

Select at least 6 credits from the following courses: 

In addition to completing the course requirements above with a grade of "C" or better, you must meet an academic requirement by one of the following methods:

• Completion of ENG 100, Writing Fundamentals, or higher with a grade of "C" or better.
• EAC COMPASS writing placement score of 85 or higher entered into your student record.
• Completion of BUS 111, Business Mathematical Calculations, with a grade of "C" or better.
• Completion of MAT 120, Intermediate Algebra, or higher with a grade of "C" or better.
• EAC COMPASS mathematics placement score of 61 or higher entered into your student record.

2/20/08 - Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate Certificate - 30711 was deleted.

Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate

Certificate of Proficiency

30711

Advisor:
Mark Kempton

The purpose of the Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate (EMT-I) Certificate of Proficiency program is to prepare students to provide basic and advanced life support to patients in the pre-hospital emergency care setting.

The following entry proficiencies are required:

• A ninth grade or higher reading level as determined by an EAC Placement Test or completion of ENG 100, Writing Fundamentals.
• Mathematics skills at the MAT 077 level or higher as determined by an EAC Placement Test or successful completion of MAT 055, Basic Math.
• Certification as an Arizona Certified Emergency Medical Technician.
• A minimum of 12 months of work experience, working for an agency providing "prehospital patient care."

Curriculum Requirements

Health Care Education Core Requirements

To obtain this certificate, you must complete each required course above with a grade of "C" or better.

3/3/08 - Safford Business and Professional Women's Club Scholarship was revised. The original version follows: The Safford Business and Professional Women's Club provides this scholarship to women returning to college after an interruption caused by occupational or family responsibilities. Each scholarship provides tuition for one semester. Use additional scholarship application available at Scholarship office.

3/6/08 - BIO 226 - Ecology was revised to change the semester offered. BIO 226 was offered every fall and spring semester.

3/6/08 - DAN 133 - Beginning Ballet II was revised to add the prerequisite.

3/6/08 - DAN 232 - Intermediate Ballet I was revised to add the prerequisite and change the course description. The original course description follows: The study of ballet technique through the traditional exercises, with proper awareness of style and phrasing.

3/6/08 - DAN 233 - Intermediate Ballet II was revised to add the prerequisite.

3/6/08 - DAN 151 - Beginning Theatre Dance II was revised to add the prerequisite.

3/6/08 - EDU 234 - ESL/SEI Methods II was revised to change the semester offered, remove the prerequisite and change the course description. EDU 234 was originally offered upon request. The original prerequisite follows: EDU 233. The original course description follows: This course provides the student with in depth study of Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) lesson design and delivery.  In addition, this course provides the student with methods of planning, developing, and analyzing lesson plans in all content areas using English Language Learners (ELL) state and national standards.  Students will review and learn the Arizona SEI program design, components of curriculum, content, teaching strategies, development/evaluation/adaptation of teaching materials, and the role of culture in learning. EDU 234 was added 1/17/07.

3/6/08 - Automotive Service Technology AAS Degree - 20601 was revised. The original version follows:

Automotive Service Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree

20601

Advisor:
Brian Coppola

EAC supports ASE certification of technicians

The Automotive Service Technology degree provides an opportunity for all students to develop and upgrade skills needed to be productive and successful upon entry into several automotive service and repair occupations.  Additionally, this program develops the career skills necessary for an individual to move into sales, business management, or supervisory positions. The Automotive Service Technology program is recognized for its high level of achievement by meeting local and national industry standards. The degree course work will help prepare students for ASE certification tests.

Curriculum Requirements

Choose at least 6 to 9 additional credits from the following
to obtain the 46 credits of Curriculum Requirements:

General Education Requirements

An additional 9 to 12 credits are to be selected from the list of General Education courses. You may not exceed 9 credits in any GE category, with the exception of Health and Physical Education where the maximum is two credits.

Courses listed in Curriculum Requirements that qualify for General Education credit (see the General Education section of the catalog) may fulfill both General Education and Curriculum Requirements unless General Education Requirements are specified in the major. Each course taken to satisfy the General Education Requirements of this degree must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

In addition to completing each of the courses listed above, you must meet the following general graduation requirements to obtain this degree:

• Complete at least 16 degree credits at Eastern Arizona College.

• Attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.

• Demonstrate a reading competency at the tenth grade level or above by one of the following methods:
  1. EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score of 60 or higher*
  2. EAC ASSET reading assessment test score of 35 or higher*
  3. ACT Assessment Reading score of 14 or higher*
  4. SAT verbal score of 530 or higher*
  5. Completion of ENG 091, Reading Improvement II, with a grade of "C" or better
  6. Grade equivalency score of 10 or higher as demonstrated by the Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE tests*

*Your EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor. If you took the ASSET test or submitted an ACT, SAT, Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE score, a derived EAC Compass score has been placed in your record and is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor.

• File a Graduation Petition at least 60 calendar days prior to the end of the semester in which graduation is anticipated and pay the Graduation Fee of $25.

• Remove any indebtedness to the College.

3/6/08 - Biological Science AS Degree - 80701 was revised. The original version follows:

Biological Science

Associate of Science Degree

AS-SR 80701

Advisors:
Tammy Gillespie
Dave Henson
Mike McCarthy

This degree will meet the requirements for the first two years of a four-year program in a college of arts and science at Arizona’s public universities. Upon graduation with this AS Degree, you may enter upper-division work in any one of the life science fields (biology, botany, zoology, or other specialized area). Or, you may enter a college of education to major in biological science with the intention of teaching in a secondary school upon completing a bachelor's degree and obtaining a teacher's certificate.  Since program requirements differ between universities, the official transfer guide of the school which you plan to attend upon leaving EAC should be consulted in order to adjust this program to your personal needs.

Curriculum Requirements

General Education Requirements

AGEC-S

To complete your General Education requirements, one of the courses taken to fulfill degree requirements must be designated as an Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry course and another must be designated as a Global/International/Historical Awareness course.

Courses listed in Curriculum Requirements that qualify for General Education credit (see the General Education section of the catalog) may fulfill both General Education and Curriculum Requirements unless General Education Requirements are specified in the major.

Elective Requirements

To obtain this degree you must take a minimum of a one credit course of your choice from the approved list to obtain the 64 credits required.

In addition to completing each of the courses listed above with a grade of "C" or better, you must meet the following general graduation requirements to obtain this degree:

• Complete at least 16 degree credits at Eastern Arizona College.

• Attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.

• Demonstrate a reading competency at the twelfth grade level or above by one of the following methods:
  1. EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score of 76 or higher*
  2. EAC ASSET reading assessment test score of 40 or higher*
  3. ACT Assessment Reading score of 18 or higher*
  4. SAT verbal score of 530 or higher*
  5. Completion of ENG 113, College Reading, with a grade of "C" or better
  6. Grade equivalency score of 12 or higher as demonstrated by the Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE tests*

*Your EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor. If you took the ASSET test or submitted an ACT, SAT, Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE score, a derived EAC Compass score has been placed in your record and is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor.

• File a Graduation Petition at least 60 calendar days prior to the end of the semester in which graduation is anticipated and pay the Graduation Fee of $25.

• Remove any indebtedness to the College.

3/6/08 - Diesel Technician Certificate - 30627 was revised. The original version follows:

Diesel Technician

Certificate of Proficiency

30627

Advisor:
Steven Herbert

The Diesel Technician Certificate program provides the student an opportunity to develop entry-level skills in diesel service and repair. The focus of this certificate is off-highway Caterpillar equipment. Additionally, this certificate will help prepare the student for ASE Diesel certification tests.

Curriculum Requirements

Select 7 additional credits from the following:

In addition to completing the course requirements above with a grade of "C" or better, you must meet an academic requirement by one of the following methods:

• Completion of ENG 100, Writing Fundamentals, or higher with a grade of "C" or better.

• EAC COMPASS writing placement score of 85 or higher entered into your student record.

• Completion of BUS 111, Business Mathematical Calculations, with a grade of  "C" or better.

• Completion of MAT 120, Intermediate Algebra, or higher with a grade of  "C" or better.

• EAC COMPASS mathematics placement score of 61 or higher entered into your student record.

3/20/08 - AJS 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice was revised to change the title and course description and add the GE Category designation. The original title follows: Introduction to Administration of Justice. The original course description follows: Examines the organization and jurisdiction of local, state and federal law enforcement; court and correctional systems; their history and philosophy; career opportunities; terminology and constitutional limitations of the system.

3/20/08 - AJS 225 - Criminology was revised to change the title and course description and add GE designation - Social Science. The original title follows: Crime and Delinquency. The original course description follows: The study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics, crime trends, and victimization.

3/20/08 - PHY 111 - General Physics I was revised to change the prerequisite and course description. The original prerequisite follows: MAT 181 with a grade of "C" or higher, or concurrent enrollment in MAT 181, or placement test score as established by District policy. The original course description follows: Covers fundamental principles of mechanics, waves, thermodynamics, fluids, and periodic motion. Problem solving on the trigonometric level. PHY 111 was last modified 1/18/07.

3/20/08 - Nursing AAS Degree - 20702 was revised. The original version follows. Nursing AAS Degree - 20702 was last modifed 5/7/07.

Nursing

Associate of Applied Science Degree

20702

Advisor:
Mayuree Siripoon

This program is designed to prepare you for beginning employment as a staff nurse giving direct care to patients. The program has received approval by the Arizona Board of Nursing. On successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree and will be eligible to make application to write the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The program permits students to enter or exit from the program based on their specific needs, space availability, and time limitations. Entry into the nursing program requires prior admission. For admission procedures to the nursing program, contact the Nursing Department, (928) 428-8396.

Application Requirements

The following are required to be completed prior to applying for the Nursing Program.

• Current American Heart Association, Health Care Provider CPR certification

• Reading competency at 76 or above on EAC COMPASS reading test

• Nursing Entrance Test (NET) score at or above the national average

Admission Requirements

The following prerequisite courses are required to be completed with a minimum grade of "C" prior to starting the Nursing Program.

The following are required prior to starting the nursing program:

• Placement test score as established by District policy that places the student into MAT 154 or completion of MAT 120 or higher with a grade of "C" or higher

• Pass both the written and skills components of the Arizona Nursing Assistant Examination.

• Pass the Medical Dosage Calculations Exam at 90% or pass the HCE 116 final exam at 90%.

• Submit the completed Immunization Record and Statement of Current Health Status forms.

• Submit a copy of a valid Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance card prior to starting the program. It is imperative that the applicant begin the process of securing a fingerprint clearance card immediately, as the process can take as long as four to eight weeks.

NOTE: (Pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-1606(B)(17), an applicant for professional or practical nurse license by examination is not eligible for licensure if the applicant has any felony convictions and has not received an absolute discharge from the sentences for all felony convictions. The absolute discharge must be received five or more years before submitting an application for licensure. If the applicant cannot prove that the absolute discharge date is five or more years before the date of filing the application, the Board of Nursing cannot process the application.)

Curriculum Requirements

General Education Requirements

Courses listed in Curriculum Requirements that qualify for General Education credit (see the General Education section of the catalog) may fulfill both General Education and Curriculum Requirements unless General Education Requirements are specified in the major. Each course taken to satisfy the General Education Requirements of this degree must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.  

In addition to completing the required courses listed above, you must meet the following general graduation requirements to obtain this degree:

• Complete at least 16 degree credits at Eastern Arizona College.
• Attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.
• Demonstrate a reading competency at the tenth grade level or above by one of the following methods:
1. EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score of 60 or higher*
2. EAC ASSET reading assessment test score of 35 or higher*
3. ACT Assessment Reading score of 14 or higher*
4. SAT verbal score of 530 or higher*
5. Completion of ENG 091, Reading Improvement II, with a grade of "C" or better
6. Grade equivalency score of 10 or higher as demonstrated by the Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE tests*

*Your EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor. If you took the ASSET test or submitted an ACT, SAT, Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE score, a derived EAC Compass score has been placed in your record and is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor.

• File a Graduation Petition at least 60 calendar days prior to the end of the semester in which graduation is anticipated and pay the Graduation Fee of $25.
• Remove any indebtedness to the College.

3/20/08 - Pharmacy Technician AAS - 20704 was revised. The original version follows:

Pharmacy Technician

Associate of Applied Science Degree

20704

Advisor:
Mayuree Siripoon

This program prepares you for an intermediate level on the pharmacy team. Emphasis is on preparation to perform duties in a pharmacy setting as a pharmacy technician. Professional duties may include selecting, counting, and pouring prescription medications; updating patient profiles and preparing prescription labels; assisting with drug purchasing and inventory control; packaging medications in unit-dose or med-card form; mixing intravenous solutions and other specialized medications; and gathering data for pharmacists to use in monitoring drug therapy. On successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree and will be eligible to take the National Certification test and become a certified pharmacy technician (CPhT).

Curriculum Requirements

General Education Requirements

Courses listed in Curriculum Requirements that qualify for General Education credit (see the General Education section of the catalog) may fulfill both General Education and Curriculum Requirements unless General Education Requirements are specified in the major. Each course taken to satisfy the General Education Requirements of this degree must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.  

Elective Requirements

To obtain this degree you must take a minimum of twelve credits of courses of your choice numbered 100 or above to obtain the 64 credits required.

In addition to completing the required courses listed above, you must meet the following general graduation requirements to obtain this degree:

• Complete at least 16 degree credits at Eastern Arizona College.
• Attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.
• Demonstrate a reading competency at the tenth grade level or above by one of the following methods:
1. EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score of 60 or higher*
2. EAC ASSET reading assessment test score of 35 or higher*
3. ACT Assessment Reading score of 14 or higher*
4. SAT verbal score of 530 or higher*
5. Completion of ENG 091, Reading Improvement II, with a grade of "C" or better
6. Grade equivalency score of 10 or higher as demonstrated by the Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE tests*

*Your EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor. If you took the ASSET test or submitted an ACT, SAT, Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE score, a derived EAC Compass score has been placed in your record and is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor.

• File a Graduation Petition at least 60 calendar days prior to the end of the semester in which graduation is anticipated and pay the Graduation Fee of $25.
• Remove any indebtedness to the College.

3/20/08 - Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - 30710 was revised. The original version follows:

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certificate of Proficiency

30710

Advisor:
Mayuree Siripoon

This program prepares you to function as a practical nurse caring for acutely ill patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) gives basic nursing care and assists other members of the health-care team. On successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Entry into the nursing program requires prior admission. For admission procedures to the nursing program, contact the Nursing Department, (928) 428-8396.

Prerequisites: The following courses are required to be completed with a minimum grade of "C" to be considered for acceptance into the program. High school courses will not substitute.

Other requirements are the following:

• Current American Heart Association, Health Care Provider CPR certification
• Current Arizona Certified Nursing Assistant
• Reading competency at the twelfth grade level or above on an EAC approved reading test
• Passing the Nursing Entrance Test (NET)

Curriculum Requirements

General Education Requirements

To obtain this certificate, you must complete each required course with a grade of "C" or better.

3/26/08 - DAN 250 - Intermediate Theatre Dance I was added.

3/26/08 - DAN 251 - Intermediate Theatre Dance II was added.

3/26/08 - DSL 220 - Advanced Diesel Engines was added.

3/26/08 - DSL 230 - Diesel Engine Performance was added.

3/26/08 - DSL 297 - Workshop was added.

3/26/08 - DSL 298 - Workshop was added.

3/26/08 - DSL 299 - Independent Study was added.

3/26/08 - HCE 171 - Pharmacology for Technicians was revised to change the title, credits, and course description. The original title follows: Introduction to Pharmacology. The credits were changed from 2 credits to 3 credits. The original course description follows: This course introduces the history of pharmacology, present-day pharmacology practice, drug legislation and regulation, receptors, mechanism of drug action, pharmacokinetics, drug effects, and the various classifications of pharmacologic agents.

3/26/08 - HCE 175 - Sterile Products and Compounding was revised to change the title, credits, semester offered and course description. The original title follows: Sterile Products. The credits were changed from 2 credits to 3 credits. HCE 175 was originally offered every spring semester and upon request. The original course description follows: This course introduces the concepts of sterile products. It is designed for pharmacy technician students. The content includes introduction to sterile products; facilities, garb and equipment; aseptic calculations; properties of sterile products; aseptic technique; sterile product preparations; total parenteral nutrition (TPN); chemotherapy; and quality control and assurance.

3/26/08 - HCE 177 - Compounding was deleted. The course description follows: Compounding, 2 credits, Offered every spring semester and upon request. This course introduces the concepts of pharmaceutical compounding. It is designed for pharmacy technician students. The content includes introduction to compounding; compounding practices and considerations; facilities, equipment, supplies; quality assurance and record keeping; capsules, tablets, and powders; lozenges, troches, sticks, and suppositories; solutions, suspensions, and emulsions; ointments, creams, pastes, and gels; ophthalmic, otic, and nasal preparations; medication flavoring; and veterinary compounding.

3/26/08 - HCE 219 - Pharmacology was deleted. The course description follows: 3 credits, Offered every fall and spring semester, Prerequisite: CHM 138 or "HCE 115 and HCE 156". The study of the interaction of chemicals with living organisms to produce biologic effects.  The emphasis is on the general principles of drug action that form the basis for understanding the actions of specific drugs.  This course introduces the pharmacologic basis of clinical practice.  Identical to NUR 219.

3/26/08 - HPE 102AP - Pilates for Fun and Fitness II was added.

3/26/08 - HPE 101AO - Beginning Physioball I was added.

3/26/08 - HPE 102AO - Beginning Physioball II was added.

3/26/08 - Automotive Service Consultant Certificate - 30633 was added.

3/26/08 - Diesel Technician - Advanced Certificate - 30630 was added.

3/26/08 - Diesel Technology AAS Degree - 20602 was added.

3/26/08 - Automotive Technician Certificate - 30605 was revised. The original version follows:

Automotive Technician

Certificate of Proficiency

30605

Advisor:
Brian Coppola

The Automotive Technician certificate program is designed to provide in one year much of the basic automotive skills training needed to be productive in an automotive service facility.  Additionally, this certificate will help prepare the student for ASE certification tests.

Core Automotive Curriculum Requirements

Select at least 10 credits from the following courses:

Driveability Area Curriculum Requirements

Select at least 6 credits from the following courses: 

Chassis & Power Train Area Curriculum Requirements

Select at least 8 credits from the following courses: 

Curriculum Related Requirements

Select at least 6 credits from the following courses: 

In addition to completing the course requirements above with a grade of "C" or better, you must meet an academic requirement by one of the following methods:

• Completion of ENG 100, Writing Fundamentals, or higher with a grade of "C" or better.

• EAC COMPASS writing placement score of 85 or higher entered into your student record.

• Completion of BUS 111, Business Mathematical Calculations, with a grade of "C" or better.

• Completion of MAT 120, Intermediate Algebra, or higher with a grade of "C" or better.

• EAC COMPASS mathematics placement score of 61 or higher entered into your student record.

3/26/08 - Pharmacy Technician Certificate - 30713 was revised. The original version follows:

Pharmacy Technician

Certificate of Proficiency

30713

Advisor:
Mayuree Siripoon

This program prepares you for an entry-level position into the healthcare professions as a pharmacy technician. Students will be trained in the technical aspects of handling medications and work primarily with the drug product. Typical pharmacy technician tasks may include: selecting, counting, and pouring prescription medications; updating patient profiles and preparing prescription labels; assisting with drug purchasing and inventory control; packaging medications in unit-dose or med-card form; mixing intravenous solutions and other specialized medications; and gathering data for pharmacists to use in monitoring drug therapy. On successful completion of this certificate program, you will be eligible to take the National Certification test and become a certified pharmacy technician (CPhT).

The following entry proficiencies are recommended:

• A ninth grade or higher reading level as determined by an EAC Placement Test or completion of ENG 100, Writing Fundamentals.
• Mathematics skills at the MAT 077 level or higher as determined by an EAC Placement Test or successful completion of MAT 055, Basic Math.

Curriculum Requirements

To obtain this certificate, you must complete each required course with a grade of "C" or better.

3/31/08 - CMP 130 - C Programming I was revised to add "Identical to EGR 130" to the course description.

4/2/08 - BUS 101 - Fundamentals of Accounting was revised to change the course description. The original course description follows: Concurrent enrollment in BUA 230 not permitted. An accounting and record keeping course of practical value to many people at home or in business. Covers theory of debits and credits of most common accounts, the trial balance, and financial reports. Students with special aptitude in bookkeeping who plan to continue in accounting should take BUA 230, 240, 250, instead.

4/3/08 - BUS 205 - Computerized Accounting with QuickBooks was revised to change the prerequisite. The original prerequisite follows: BUS 101 or BUA 230 and BUA 250; and CMP 101 or CMP 103.

4/3/08 - ENG 131 - Introduction to Creative Writing was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 131 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 161 - Power Vocabulary was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 161 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 189 - Film as Literature I was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 189 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 190 - Film as Literature II was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 190 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 191 - Film as Literature III was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 191 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 201 - World Literature I was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 201 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 202 - World Literature II was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 202 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 221 - English Literature I was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 221 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 222 - English Literature II was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 222 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 233 - Advanced Poetry Writing was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 233 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 234 - Short Story Writing was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 234 was offered spring semester in odd-numbered years.

4/3/08 - ENG 241 - American Literature I was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 241 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 242 - American Literature II was revised to change the semester taught. ENG 242 was offered upon request.

4/3/08 - ENG 260 - Technical Report Writing was revised to change the semester taught and prerequisite. ENG 260 was offered every spring semester. The original prerequisite follows: ENG 100 or higher.

4/3/08 - TEC 260 - Technical Report Writing was revised to change the semester taught and prerequisite. TEC 260 was offered every spring semester. The original prerequisite follows: ENG 100 or higher.

4/3/08 - Administrative Information Services AAS Degree - 20114 was revised. The original version follows.

Administrative Information Services

Associate of Applied Science Degree

20114

Advisors:
Dana Barnett
Derek Rich

This program emphasizes the skill development necessary to function as an administrative professional in business. A variety of computer software applications are integrated into the course of study. Students will learn to perform the tasks required for positions as administrative assistant, office specialist, office assistant, information processing specialist, and accounting clerk. Students may elect courses as preparation for careers as medical or legal transcriptionists. Additionally, students in the Administrative Information Services program will practice the knowledge and skills required for the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Exams.

Curriculum Requirements

Select 11 additional credits from the following:

General Education Requirements

An additional 6 credits, with no more than 2 credits in the Health and Physical Education category, are to be selected from the list of General Education courses. 

Courses listed in Curriculum Requirements that qualify for General Education credit (see the General Education section of the catalog) may fulfill both General Education and Curriculum Requirements unless General Education Requirements are specified in the major. Each course taken to satisfy the General Education Requirements of this degree must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Elective Requirements

To obtain this degree you must take a minimum of four credits of courses of your choice numbered 100 or above to obtain the 64 credits required.

In addition to completing the required courses listed above, you must meet the following general graduation requirements to obtain this degree:

• Complete at least 16 degree credits at Eastern Arizona College.
• Attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.
• Demonstrate a reading competency at the tenth grade level or above by one of the following methods:
  1. EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score of 60 or higher*
  2. EAC ASSET reading assessment test score of 35 or higher*
  3. ACT Assessment Reading score of 14 or higher*
  4. SAT verbal score of 530 or higher*
  5. Completion of ENG 091, Reading Improvement II, with a grade of "C" or better
  6. Grade equivalency score of 10 or higher as demonstrated by the Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE tests*

*Your EAC COMPASS reading assessment test score is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor. If you took the ASSET test or submitted an ACT, SAT, Nelson Denny, TABE, or ABLE score, a derived EAC Compass score has been placed in your record and is available on Gila Hank Online or from your advisor.

• File a Graduation Petition at least 60 calendar days prior to the end of the semester in which graduation is anticipated and pay the Graduation Fee of $25.
• Remove any indebtedness to the College.

4/3/08 - Agribusiness AA Degree - 60701 was revised. The original version follows:

Agribusiness

Associate of Arts Degree

TG-XR 60701

Advisor:
Mike McCarthy

This curriculum is designed as the first two years of a four-year bachelor’s degree program at a College of Agriculture at one of Arizona’s public universities.  Since program requirements differ between universities, the official transfer guide of the school which you plan to attend upon leaving EAC should be consulted in order to adjust this program to your personal needs.

Curriculum Requirements

General Education Requirements

AGEC-A

To complete your General Education requirements, one of the courses taken to fulfill degree requirements must be designated as an Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry course and another must be designated as a Global/International/Historical Awareness course.

Courses listed in Curriculum Requirements that qualify for General Education credit (see the General Education section of the catalog) may fulfill both General Education and Curriculum Requirements unless General Education Requirements are specified in the major.

Elective and Foreign Language Requirements

To obtain this degree you must demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language at the 202 course level. To do this select from the following options:

1. If you have no foreign language coursework completed, take the French or Spanish 101, 102, 201, 202 course sequence offered at EAC. This option will fulfill your foreign language and elective requirements and will result in a total of 72 hours required to obtain the degree.
2. If you have completed two years of high school French or Spanish courses, take the 201, 202 course sequence at EAC. These two courses will fulfill your foreign language and elective course requirements and result in 64 credits required to obtain the degree.
3. If you have completed four years of high school foreign language courses or have obtained foreign language ability at the 202 course level in some other manner, testing options are available to demonstrate your proficiency. Contact the Records and Registration Office for more information. If you demonstrate foreign language proficiency by testing, you will need to complete eight credits in courses of your choice numbered 100 or higher to obtain the 64 credits required for the degree.