Course Syllabi

Development of the skills and abilities to handle written business communications effectively and to develop a distinctive style of business writing. The simple but tactful expression of ideas; the preparation of business letters, memorandums, reports, minutes of meetings, and news releases.

This course functions as a capstone for all the emphasis areas in the AAS in Business programs. It is designed to bring the multi-disciplinary studies together in a real-life project to study a business problem or a business.

This entry-level CDL course is designed to introduce the student to different aspects of general knowledge for the trucking industry. In addition to becoming proficient at the Entry Level Driver’s Training (ELDT) theoretic Instruction outlined in Part 380, app A of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), the student will be prepared to take and pass the General Knowledge, Air-Brakes, and Combinations written exams at an Arizona Motor Vehicle Division location. Upon passing the Arizona Department of Transportation written exams, the student will receive a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) for training.

This course focuses on developing the necessary basic backing and driving skills needed to pass the Skills test and Road test for the AZ CDL license. This course builds upon the knowledge gained in CDL-101. This course covers the following:

• Pre-trip, En-route, Post-trip Inspections
• Seat adjustment
• Mirrors
• Putting the truck in motion
• Safe stopping
• Continuation of the Pre-trip Inspection 
• Backing procedures - Straight line backing, offset back/left, 45 / 90 degree Alley docking, and parallel parking (conventional)
• Coupling and Uncoupling

This is a comprehensive course that focuses on developing the necessary vehicle control skills for students to safely operate commercial vehicles. Students will learn proper techniques for controlling commercial vehicles, including steering, shifting gears, braking, and accelerating. The course will cover topics such as vehicle dynamics, weight distribution, and handling hazardous driving situations.

This course in the CDL certificate program is designed to provide final preparation for the student to pass the Arizona Commercial Driver License (CDL) exam. This exam must be passed before the student can become employed as a professional truck driver. The course will provide students with an in-depth review of all topics covered in previous courses including vehicle control, vehicle inspections, backing maneuvers, hazardous situations, and driving in various traffic conditions. In addition, the course will provide guidance on how to properly prepare for and take the three-part CDL test consisting of the pre-trip inspection, backing Maneuver skills, and General Drive test.

Fundamental laws and principles of inorganic chemistry for students with little or no background in chemistry. Properties of matter are developed from the structure of atoms and molecules. Experiments demonstrate techniques and connect observation with theories.

A detailed study of inorganic chemistry is presented with emphasis on atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions and bonding, equilibrium, and the laws and principles of chemistry in terms of modern theory.

Continuation of CHM 151. The descriptive and quantitative chemistry of the elements and compounds with regards to kinetics, atomic and molecular structure and bonding, trends of the periodic table, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.

Properties and reactions of saturated and unsaturated organic compounds, including aromatic derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic chemical nomenclature, reaction chemistry (including predicting products formed) and mechanisms, stereochemistry, structure determination from spectroscopic data, and physical and chemical properties related to molecular structure and bonding.

Continuation of CHM 235. Advanced study of carboxylic acid derivatives, carbonyl compounds, substituted benzene, amines, carbohydrates, nucleophilic addition reactions, electrophilic and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions, oxidation and reduction chemistry, condensation reactions, stereochemistry, and continuation of infrared and 1H and 13C NMR spectroscopy, in addition to mass spectroscopy (MS). Laboratory includes qualitative analysis.

Elements that influence physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness; explores the impact of the wellness model on health care for self and others; effects of energy dynamics on bodywork.

Introduction to the history role community health workforce have played in health care around the globe, in the nation, state and locally. The purpose and benefits of community health workers in meeting health and social needs of community served. The role and responsibility in community health, historical perspectives, and required skills. Roles and skills of a community health worker that include: bridging access to healthcare and social service systems, community health concepts and a comprehensive understanding of the importance of advocating for patient and community health needs.

Introduction to hands on approach, and the skills necessary for participating in the field service work of the community health worker. Understanding of the community health worker core competencies that define the profession. Activities of community health workers (CHWs) tailored to meet the unique needs of the communities they serve. Work settings of a community health worker and how roles interchange depending on whether they work in the healthcare or social services sectors. Research and compile information relevant to needs of community.

This course will provide students with an overview of CHW 110 history, roles, skills and core competencies of the CHW profession. It will introduce students to the role of CHWs in healthcare coordination, community counseling, effective documentation, and how CHWs can impact health systems, and public health policies. This course will allow students to deepen their knowledge in the use of data and evidence-based practices in efforts to support clients and or patients in their social, housing, behavioral, and or their personal healthcare needs.

Field Experience 220 will introduce students to a combination of community health and public health practice. This unique class will allow students to increase their knowledge and acquire skills that will allow them to work closely with community members, healthcare systems and public health professionals . By understanding how community health and public health roles interact, students will be able to develop a set of workforce skills.

Health Services 230 will introduce students to specific topics of interest to assist in developing materials for presentation of healthcare and wellness information. Students will practice learned skills from previous AWC CHW classes such as public speaking, communication, biometrics readings, documentation, advocacy, health equity, research and evaluation skills. Students demonstrate acquired skills by actively presenting and fostering mentorships with current community organizations and healthcare professionals within the community.

This course introduces techniques of computer keyboarding with emphasis on touch control, rhythm, and accuracy. Using a word processing program, the course also introduces the formats of memorandums, letters, tables, one-and two- page reports, and simple resumes. Exemption by comprehensive examination.

This course continues the development of speed and accuracy for production of letters, tables, reports, clipart, and communication skills using a word processing program. Exemption by comprehensive examination.

Course will provide the student with a working knowledge of business formats and the use of word processing software. It covers elementary through advanced features of word processors, using the Microsoft software.