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• SWK 171: INTRODUCTION TO GERONTOLOGY

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  This course provides an introduction to the biological, psychological and social issues experienced by those who are aging. Students will learn the various stages and cycles of aging and how society views and provides services to older adults. This course is interactive in nature and requires interviews with older adults and community service providers.
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• SWK 172: DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCY

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Drug and Alcohol Dependency is an introductory course for the student intending to work with people in a variety of settings, including the social services, health services, education and criminal justice. This course will provide the student with an overview of substance abuse and treatment issues. Focus will be on learning about the major categories of abused substances, the nature of addiction, treatment and recovery and the impact of substance abuse and addiction on specific populations.
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• SWK 258: SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM I

  4.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Under the supervision of a qualified human services provider, students will gain field experience in an area of interest. In this semester-long class, students will discuss ethical and current practice issues related to work in the human services field. The importance of professional behavior and the value of networking within the human services field are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): HMS 155, HMS 157 and permission of instructor Prerequisite:    HMS 155 AND HMS 157 AND Permission of Instructor
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• SWK 259: SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM II

  4.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Building on the experience acquired in HMS 258 (Practicum I), this course further develops the student's knowledge of the role of a human service provider. Included in the seminar activities related to fundraising and community activism. Prerequisite(s): HMS 258 with a grade of C or better, 2.0 QPA, permission of instructor. Prerequisite:    HMS 258 (With a Grade of C or Better), 2.0 QPA, and Permission of Instructor
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• TRV 171: TRAVEL AND TOURISM PRINCIPLES

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Investigates the economic and social impact of tourism and travel. The role that management plays in catering to tourists and in the development and operations of guided tours is studied. Transportation to off-campus locations is the responsibility of the student.
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• VPP 100: BASIC VIDEO

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Basic Video introduces students to digital, single-camera video production methods. Students will learn basic camera operation and use of non-linear editing. Basic lighting procedures and fundamental scripting/ storyboarding will be presented. This course also covers basic video field production techniques. Emerging technology will also be explored. Students must have a video recording device and a way to store files.
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• VPP 110: INTRODUCTION TO MULTIMEDIA

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  An introductory course in the exploration of current and past media. Topics include television, radio, recordings, newspapers, magazines, books, movie industry and other current trends in multimedia technology
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• VPP 120: HISTORY OF CINEMA

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Surveys the development of cinema from its technological origins in the 19th century through its growth as an international medium. The class explores the artists, intellectuals and technicians who shaped movie history. Students will explore genres and styles of international cinema and learn to better analyze films within their historical contexts
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• VPP 150: VIDEO EDITING

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  This is an introductory level course in the theory and practice of non-linear video editing. Students utilize industry standard software to produce digital video. Basic editing procedures encompassing video, audio and still imagery will be employed. Key figures from the field of motion picture editing will be discussed and analyzed. Students will need access to a video recording device. Emerging technology will also be explored.
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• VPP 160: BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  A basic course in digital camera use and operation. This course also covers the history of photography, basic digital dark room, lighting and composition. Digitally oriented with selected projects and exercises to develop digital camera and darkroom skills. Students must have access to a digital camera.
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