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Below are all the individual courses offered at PTC. Use our Course Search to learn about availability.
*Denotes college transfer courses.
HISTORY (HIS)
*HIS 101 Western Civilization to 1689 3 SHC
This course is a survey of Western Civilization from Ancient times to 1689, including the major political, social, economic and intellectual factors shaping Western cultural tradition. Note: It is recommended that students be ENG 101 ready prior to taking this course.(3/0)
*HIS 102 Western Civilization Post 1689 3 SHC
This course is a survey of Western Civilization from 1689 to the present, including major political, social, economic and intellectual factors that shape the modern Western world. Note: It is recommended that students be ENG 101 ready prior to taking this course. (3/0)
HIS 115 African-American History 3 SHC
This course is a study of the history of African-Americans, including African heritage, American history and significant contributions by individuals or groups. Note: It is recommended that students be ENG 101 ready prior to taking this course. (3/0)
*HIS 201 American History: Discovery to 1877 3 SHC
This course is a survey of U.S. history from discovery to 1877. This course includes political, social, economic and intellectual developments during this period. Note: It is recommended that students be ENG 101 ready prior to taking this course. (3/0)
*HIS 202 American History: 1877 to Present 3 SHC
This course is a survey of U.S. history from 1877 to the present. This course includes political, social, economic and intellectual developments during this period. Note: It is recommended that students be ENG 101 ready prior to taking this course. (3/0)
HORTICULTURE (HRT)
HRT 104 Landscape Design and Implementation 3 SHC
This course is a study of landscape design and drafting as well as landscape installation techniques. (1/6)
HRT 105 Landscape Plant Materials 4 SHC
This course is a study of plant materials that are used in the southeastern landscaping and nursery trade. Identification of plants by common and scientific nomenclature, characteristics, culture and use are included. (3/3)
HRT 110 Plant Form and Function 4 SHC
This course is a study of morphology, anatomy and physiology of higher plants. Emphasis is on plant structure, functions of plant parts, plant processes, plant growth and development and plant inheritance. (3/3)
HRT 125 Soils 4 SHC
This course is a study of soils and plant nutrition. Emphasis is on physical and chemical properties, water, organic matter and life of soils. Materials and methods for supplying nutrients to horticulture plants are also included. (3/3)
HRT 127 Soil and Water Management 4 SHC
This course is a practical study of soil management with emphasis on fertilization, irrigation and drainage practices. (3/3)
HRT 141 Horticulture Pest Control 4 SHC
This course includes a study of the identification and control of insects, diseases and weeds that are pests of horticulture plants. Students will also prepare for the pesticide application license exam. (3/3)
HRT 154 Grounds Maintenance 3 SHC
This course covers cost estimation of a landscape design and its maintenance, preparation of contracts and development and implementation of maintenance schedules. (2/3)
HRT 253 Landscape Installation 4 SHC
This course is a study of the installation of landscapes, including reading plans, planting and construction of necessary structures. Instruction in various styles of landscape features and the development of cost estimates and bids are included. (2/6)
HRT 260 Horticulture Power Equipment 4 SHC
This course is a practical study of horticulture power equipment covering principles of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. (3/3)
HRT 271 SCWE in Horticulture 8 SHC
This course includes supervised comprehensive work experience in the horticulture industry. Work in a horticulture related position under supervision of the instructor and employer is required. Prerequisite: A minimum of 12 credit hours successfully completed in horticulture is required for course enrollment. (1/28)
HUMANITIES (HSS)
HSS 205 Technology and Society 3 SHC
This course is an investigation of the impact of the 20th century technological changes in America on the individual, society and the physical environments. (3/0)
HUMAN SERVICES (HUS)
HUS 101 Introduction to Human Services 3 SHC
This course covers an overview of the field of human services. Role responsibilities, problems, boundaries and strategies of human services workers are included. (3/0)
HUS 134 Activity Therapy 3 SHC
This course is a study of activity programs for human services settings. Actual activity projects for various settings are developed by students. (3/0)
HUS 150 Supervised Field Placement I 3 SHC
This course includes work experience assignments in selected human services agencies. Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 36 curriculum hours; Human Services major; minimum 2.0 GPA and acceptable criminal background check. (1/10)
HUS 151 Supervised Field Placement II 3 SHC
This course includes work assignments in selected human services agencies. Prerequisite: HUS 150; second year Human Services student; minimum 2.0 GPA, and an acceptable criminal background check. (1/10)
HUS 201 Family Systems Dynamics 3 SHC
This course examines the role of family structure, interaction and other dynamics in the development, maintenance and treatment of family dysfunctions. (3/0)
HUS 204 Introduction to Social Work 3 SHC
This course includes a general introduction to social work, including history, philosophy, organization, methods and settings with emphasis on rehabilitation and other community services. (3/0)
HUS 205 Gerontology 3 SHC
This course is a survey of the physical, social and mental changes that occur as a person ages. The related problems and current programs designed for people age 55 and over are studied in the course. (3/0)
HUS 206 Death and Dying 3 SHC
This course is a study of the issues of death and dying. Stages of dying, dealing with dying, dealing with sudden death and grief are covered in the course. (3/0)
HUS 208 Alcohol and Drug Abuse 3 SHC
This course is a study of the etiology of alcohol and drug abuse, various types of addictive substances, physical, mental and social implications, programs in rehabilitation and preventive education. (3/0)
HUS 209 Case Management 3 SHC
This course covers accepted methods and strategies for effectively assessing client needs, accessing necessary provider agencies and monitoring and properly documenting service delivery and client welfare. Prerequisite: PSY 230. (3/0)
HUS 215 Study of the Mentally Retarded 3 SHC
This course is a survey of the nature and causes of mental retardation, including the attitudes and relationships of the community to the retarded. (3/0)
HUS 216 Behavior Change Techniques 3 SHC
This course is a study of major theories associated with individual and group psychotherapy, family therapy and alcohol, drug and vocational rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed on the techniques of behavioral change. (3/0)
HUS 217 Addictions Counseling 3 SHC
This course provides specific skills for the diagnosis and treatment of substance abuse and addictions. Topics to be discussed include causes and diagnoses of addictions and treatment modalities. (3/0)
HUS 221 Professional Ethics in Human Services Practice 3 SHC
This course is an in-depth analysis of human service ethics, application of NOHSE codes of ethics and concepts and dilemmas specific to helping relationships. (3/0)
HUS 225 Personal/Interpersonal Adjustment 3 SHC
This course is the study of self-awareness and interpersonal adjustment and behavior in contemporary society. (3/0)
HUS 230 Interviewing Techniques 3 SHC
This course covers the development of skills necessary for interviews in various organizational settings. Students in Human Services will use these skills and knowledge later on in their supervised field placement. (3/0)
HUS 235 Group Dynamics 3 SHC
This course is the examination of the theory and practice of group dynamics. Emphasis is on the application of the value and use of the group process in specialized settings related to human services. (3/)
HUS 237 Crisis Intervention 3 SHC
This course is a study of the effects of crisis on people, the methods of intervention and other uses of multiple resources to reestablish individual function. Students are required to demonstrate mock crisis activities. (3/0)
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