EDU

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.suscc.edu

This course introduces the foundations of culturally responsive, equitable and inclusive early childhood education, planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences, learning activities, and teaching strategies for indoor and outdoor environments for all young children, guidance techniques, and professionalism. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning standards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, guidance techniques, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon completion, students should be able to implement developmentally appropriate environments, guidance techniques, schedules, and teaching strategies across developmental domains to support culturally, linguistically, and ability-diverse children and their families in inclusive settings and design a personal career/professional development plan.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children birth through adolescence, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child. Course Description 97

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Semester Totals: 10

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

This course covers promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of every child. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, health benefits of active play, recognition and reporting of abuse/neglect, and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply knowledge of NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development for health, safety, nutritional needs, and safe learning environments.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces students to knowledge, concepts, and best practices needed to provide developmentally appropriate, effective, inclusive, and culturally responsive educational experiences in the classroom. Topics include growth and development, learning theory, student motivation, teaching diverse learners, classroom management, inclusive environments, student-centered practices, instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, observation/assessment techniques, educational planning, reflective practice, collaboration, cultural competence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, roles, and responsibilities of an effective educator as defined by state and national professional teaching standards. EDU 216 Foundations of Education 3 0 0 3 This course introduces the examination of the American educational systems and the teaching profession. Topics include the historical and philosophical influences on education, various perspectives on educational issues, and experiences in birth through grade 12 classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to reflect on classroom observations, analyze the different educational approaches, including classical/traditional and progressive, and have knowledge of the various roles of educational systems at the federal, state and local level. Course Description 99

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

None None

Corequisite

None

Semester Totals: 18

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

piedmontcc.edu

XXX Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

piedmontcc.edu

This course covers the development of high-quality, individualized, responsive/engaging relationships and experiences for infants, toddlers, and twos. Emphasis is placed on typical and atypical child development, working with diverse families to provide positive, supportive, and engaging early learning activities and interactions through field experiences and the application of the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate responsive curriculum planning, respectful relationships, and exposure to a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences/materials that support a foundation for healthy development and growth of culturally, linguistically, and ability-diverse children birth to 36 months. EDU 250 Teacher Licensure Preparation 3 0 0 3 This course provides information and strategies necessary for transfer to a teacher licensure program at a senior institution. Topics include entry-level teacher licensure exam preparation, performance-based assessment systems, requirements for entry into teacher education programs, the process to become a licensed teacher in North Carolina, and professionalism including expectations within the field of education. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize educational terminology and demonstrate knowledge of teacher licensure processes including exam preparation, technology-based portfolio assessment, and secondary admissions processes to the school of education at a senior institution. Course Description 100

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

EDU 119 ENG 111 and MAT 143, 152, or 171

Corequisite

None

XXX Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 XXX Gen Ed Elective 3-4 XXX Gen Ed Elective 3-4 Semester Totals: 12-14 Program Totals: 60-61 Piedmont Community College | Last updated: 7/1/25 (Some students may use 71-MAT 172.)

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Semester Totals: 6 Program Totals: 16

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

piedmontcc.edu

This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and supporting childcare administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program policies and procedures.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

EDU 119

This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define Course Description 101

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

EDU 119 and EDU-261

Corequisite

None

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

piedmontcc.edu

This course is designed to provide students with concepts and skills of literacy development, instructional methods/materials, and assessment techniques needed to provide scientifically based, systematic reading and writing instruction into educational practice. Topics include literacy concepts, reading and writing development, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, lesson planning, formative/summative assessment, recognizing reading difficulties, research- based interventions, authentic learning experiences, classroom implementation, and reflective practice. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, implement, assess, evaluate, and demonstrate developmentally appropriate literacy instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study and other state and national standards.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing language and literacy experiences that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Topics include developmental sequences for children's emergent receptive and expressive language, print concepts, appropriate observations/assessments, literacy enriched environments, quality selection of diverse literature, interactive media, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate language and literacy experiences for children who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse. Course Description 102

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course is designed to allow students to demonstrate acquired skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/engaging families; and modeling reflective and professional practices based on national and state guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development to demonstrate developmentally appropriate plans/assessments, appropriate guidance techniques and ethical/professional behaviors, including the use of appropriate technology, as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty assessments. ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity 3 6 0 5 This course introduces the fundamental concepts of, and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, troubleshoot, and repair DC/AC circuits. ELC 113 Residential Wiring 2 6 0 4 This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical blueprint reading; planning, layout; and installation of electrical distribution equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors; branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and electrical distribution equipment associated with basic electrical installations. ELC 115 Industrial Wiring 2 6 0 4 This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to install industrial systems and equipment. ELC 117 Motors and Controls 2 6 0 4 This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits. Course Description 103

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

piedmontcc.edu

Prerequisite

EDU 119, EDU 144, EDU 145, EDU 146, and EDU 151 None None None None

Corequisite

None