Archaeology and Prehistory

Overview of contemporary archaeological methods of survey, excavation, analysis, and interpretation. Discussion of various theoretical approaches used to explain past human behavior. Thematic discussion of the major events in prehistory from human origins to appearance of agriculture and cities.

Biological Anthropology

The biological nature of humans and the changes that have occurred from prehistoric times to the present. The place of humans in nature, primates, fossil evidence for human antiquity, individual and population genetics, mechanisms of evolution, and modern human variation.

Elementary American Sign Language

This is a course for the student with no prior or minimal skills in and knowledge of AMSL. The course is designed primarily to develop the students' receptive skills in functional settings. Everyday communication emphasizing vocabulary, syntax, and fingerspelling to enable students to communicate with Deaf individuals in a culturally appropriate manner.

Airframe Systems & Components

Various airframe systems and components. Some subject areas are flight control rigging, communication and navigation, and cabin pressurization. Also covered are aircraft instrument systems and aircraft inspection among other topics. Attention will be given to safety procedures and hands-on skills of maintenance and repair of airframe systems.

Aircraft Structural Repair

Principles of complex airframe structures and stresses absorbed by skin coverings. Applied methods and techniques in sheetmetal and non-metalic structural repair in such things as plastics, composites, and honeycomb. Students will learn how to make approved repairs to aircraft structures using standard sheetmetal, fiberglass, and composite technology. Attention will be given to safety procedures and hands-on skills of aircraft structure repair.

Powerplant Systems and Components

Powerplant systems and components such as engine instrument and engine fuel systems. Procedures necessary to properly repair and maintain systems such as induction systems, engine cooling systems and engine exhaust systems. Emphasis will be put on troubleshooting, operating and testing carburetors and propellers. Attention will be given to safety procedures and hands-on skills of basic maintenance and repair.