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| Rend Lake College |
| 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway |
| Ina, IL 62846 |
| (618)-437-5321 |
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| SOCI 1101 - Introduction to Sociology (3) |
Prerequisite: If reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409
This course is a study of the basic elements of sociological inquiry, including culture, personality, social structure, stratification, community and deviant behavior. It is designed to equip sociology majors with the necessary foundation to continue in sociology and provide non-majors with a general understanding of the structure and process of society.
IAI ~ S7 900 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SOCI 2101 - Social Problems (3) |
Prerequisite: If reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409
Students will evaluate why certain conditions and situations are treated as social problems while others remain on a personal level. Issues related to several social problems will be presented and discussed. Students will be given the opportunity to hear guest speakers and participate in discussions relevant to the problems being studied. Field trips may be taken or volunteer work opportunities offered.
IAI ~ S7 901 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SOCI 2102 - Marriage and the Family (3) |
Prerequisite: If reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409
This course is a study of the basic elements of family life. A “life course” perspective is used, beginning with theory, moving to patterns of dating and marriage, following the family through child-bearing and child-rearing and concluding with marriage in the later years. This course is designed to acquaint the student with a sociological perspective on the family. It is not intended to be a "how to" course for a happy family or to assist individuals experiencing family difficulties.
IAI ~ S7 902 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SOCI 2103 - Introduction to Social Work (3) |
Prerequisite: If reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409
This course introduces the student to the role of the generalist social worker. Topics include theoretical perspectives for social work; social welfare policies; historical trends; issues of social and economic justice; and contemporary social welfare programs. Settings in which social workers are frequently employed are explored. In addition, issues related to the special populations typically encountered in social work settings are discussed. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SOCI 2104 - Modern Britain (3) |
| This course introduces some of the main institutions and issues in modern British society. It begins with an outline of the main British political institutions, examines the organization of British politics, and looks at debates over change and reform. The course then explores the national and international context of British politics and culture, examining such issues as subnational identity, the devolution of government, and Britain's international relationships. The last part of the course looks in greater detail at British culture and society, examining issues such as the role of media, racial relations and law and order. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SOSC 2101 - Topics in Social Science (1 - 6 credit hours) (6) |
| A seminar on a special topic or current issue in one of the following social sciences: anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology or sociology. The seminar may include experiential learning involving travel to a foreign country or instruction in a correctional facility. Repeatable 3 times. Lecture 6 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SOSC 2102 - Inside-Out Prison Exchange (3) |
| The Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program is a course that creates a dynamic partnership between institutions of higher learning and correctional facilities. The course integrates college students ("outside students") and detainees ("inside students") at a local justice center, allowing them to deepen conversations about social justice, crime, deviance, stratification, economics, inequality, and other issues of social concern. Students evaluate their value systems, making connections between American values and the construction of social institutions, such as the criminal justice system and the prison industrial complex. Additionally, students examine the impact of incarceration on individuals and families. Inside-Out is designed to create a paradigm shift for students. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SPAN 1100 - Spanish Conversation (2) |
| This is a conversational course for beginners designed to equip the student to understand and speak everyday Spanish in common situations often met by travelers. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SPAN 1101 - Elementary Spanish I (4) |
| This course is designed to develop understanding, speaking, reading and writing skills, with emphasis on direct presentation and practice in Spanish of the basic grammatical structures and vocabulary of the language. (No transfer credit unless SPAN 1102 also is taken.) Lecture 4 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SPAN 1102 - Elementary Spanish II (4) |
Prerequisite: SPAN 1101 or one year of high school Spanish and consent of instructor.
A continuation of SPAN 1101, including oral work. Lecture 4 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SPAN 1103 - Conversational Spanish II (3) |
Prerequisite: SPAN 1100 or consent of instructor
This course is a continuation of Spanish Conversation I. It covers additional vocabulary Spanish useful to probation officers and law enforcement. Oral communications and basic Spanish sentence structure are emphasized. Some reading and writing in Spanish is included. The material may be adjusted to cover additional questions of probation and law enforcement or to apply to other careers, such as medicine and horticulture. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SPAN 2101 - Modern Spanish I (4) |
Prerequisite: SPAN 1102 or two years of high school Spanish and consent of instructor.
This course aims at further development of understanding and speaking, with more emphasis on reading and writing. Advanced oral practice and grammar study in the language, including discussion in Spanish of Spanish and Latin American civilizations. Lecture 4 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SPAN 2102 - Modern Spanish II (4) |
Prerequisite: SPAN 2101 or three years of high school Spanish and consent of instructor.
This course is a continuation of SPAN 2101, including oral and written practice. Lecture 4 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY (STP) |
| STP 1215 - Introduction to Surgical Technology (3) |
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
This course introduces the student to the broad field of surgical technology. This course has three basic sections: 1) general introductory information; 2) introduction to basic principles of aseptic technique, and 3) introduction to patient care. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| STP 1216 - Principles of Surgical Technology (6) |
Prerequisite: STP 1215
This course introduces the student to the practice of surgical technology. The focus is on the skills that are specifically those of the scrub role and circulator role. The student will demonstrate the proper and safe execution of procedures and instruments and equipment. Adequate laboratory time for the practice and testing of skills is required. Lecture 4 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| STP 1217 - Surgical Procedures I (5) |
Prerequisites: STP 1216, STP 1221 and ZOO 1105
This course is designed to prepare students for clinic practice training. Instruction combines lectures and lab to introduce students to all surgical specialities. Lecture 5 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| STP 1218 - Surgical Procedures II (3) |
Prerequisite: STP 1217, MICR 1101 and ZOO 1106
This course is a continuation of STP 1217 and is designed to prepare students for clinic practice training. Instruction combines lecture and lab to introduce students to all surgical specialties not covered in the first course. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| STP 1219 - Clinical in Surgical Technology I (5) |
| Prerequisite:: Certified in CPR, STP 1215, STP 1221 and ZOO 1105This course introduces the student to the operating room and its routines. This course functions to expand knowledge gained in STP 1215 and supports the knowledge being gained in the Principles and Practice of surgical techology courses. This course is offered Pass/Fail. Lecture 0 hours. Lab 15 hours. |
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| STP 1220 - Clinical in Surgical Technology II (5) |
Prerequisites: Certified in CPR; STP 1222, MICR 1101 and ZOO 1106
This course is a continuation of STP 1222. It is designed to provide the student with continued exposure to the operating room and its routines. This course expands knowledge gained in STP 1215, STP 1216 and STP 1222. It is offered Pass/Fail. Lecture 0 hours. Lab 15 hours. |
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| STP 1221 - Pharmacology for Health Professions (3) |
Prerequisite: STP 1215
This course provides basic knowledge of the most commonly used medications. Discusses commonly prescribed medications, potential adverse reactions, dietary response to treatment and desired effect. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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