May 14, 2024

2018-2019 College Catalog and Student Handbook

2018-2019 College Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

These course descriptions are included in the catalog in order to provide general information about courses. The information contained in each course description is the most accurate available at the time of publication. Modifications in course content may be made based upon unique needs and/or abilities of students enrolled in a class. Courses are in alphabetical order by prefix.

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Psychology
	PSYC 2090 - Social Psychology 3 Credit(s) Social psychology addresses the interactions of individuals within social environments, as well as cultural components which impact behavior, thoughts, motives, and emotions. The following topics shall also be examined: attitudes, attributions, social identity, social perception, social cognition, prejudice and discrimination, obedience to authority, conformity, aggression, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction and behavior in groups. An overview of the background and research components related to this specialization will also be covered. Semesters available: Offered based on need. UG OSS016 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take PSYC 1010
	PSYC 2100 - Personality Theory 3 Credit(s) This course presents a brief historical and methodology study of personality. A number perspectives on personality will be introduced and include a discussion of several of the major schools of thought within the field of personality theory: psychoanalytic/Freudian, neo-Freudian, biological, humanistic, cognitive, trait, and behavioral. Discussion of theories includes historical context, research viability, clinical pathology and therapy, and personality assessments developed from the theory. Semesters available: Offered based on need. TAG# OSS018 UG OSS018 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take PSYC 1010
	PSYC 2150 - Educational Psychology 3 Credit(s) Educational psychology examines theories of development, learning, and motivation, and similarities and differences in learners and learner populations. Effective instructional strategies and assessment techniques will be examined. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take PSYC 1010
	PSYC 2170 - Forensic Psychology 3 Credit(s) This course will examine the relationship between psychology and different components of the criminal justice system. An introduction to the field of forensic psychology will be provided and examination of some different types of criminal behavior will occur. Applications of psychological principles to the resolution of problems within the criminal justice field will also be explored. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take PSYC 1010
	PSYC 2900 - Psychology Capstone 1 Credit(s) This course will assist students transitioning from the community college experience to a four-year educational institution. Students will integrate the knowledge and skills acquired in their general education experiences with those developed in their program specific courses to engage in projects that require them to: think critically about their prior education, explore future academic and career-related paths, and develop skills to enhance their success. Such projects may include research papers, presentations, and/or portfolio development. UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Must have completed 45 credit hours.
	PSYC 2999 - Special Topics in Psychology 3 Credit(s) Special Topics in Psychology - A particular topic or combination of topics will be covered when there is sufficient student interest. Students will be expected to contribute to discussions on the basis of readings in the selected areas. Course offered based on student interest. Course may be repeated on different topic. A specific course may be offered twice before it must be discontinued or added to the curriculum via the required Curriculum Committee process. Semesters available: Offered based on need. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s);
Radiological Sciences
	RADS 1120 - Clinical Practicum I 1 Credit(s) Clinical Practicum is designed to provide students with practical application of material learned in didactic courses. Following a clinical orientation, students will be assigned to an affiliated clinical facility. An orientation to patient transport and to the radiology desk for order entry will be assigned. The students will learn to manipulate the radiographic equipment and perform radiographic procedures under the appropriate level of supervision of qualified radiographers. Students complete clinical objectives and competencies. P/NP 7 Practicum Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1160
	RADS 1140 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar I 3 Credit(s) This course will provide an introduction to the basic steps in completion of a radiographic examination from the beginning of the procedure to the end of the procedure. Radiographic procedures of the chest, abdomen, and appendicular skeleton will be presented. Mobile X-ray procedures and surgical X-ray procedures will be introduced. The students will develop an understanding of how to use age-appropriate communication in the clinical setting. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. Radiographic images will be evaluated. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); 1 Seminar Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1120 , RADS 1140L
	RADS 1140L - Rad Procedures/Seminar I Lab 0 Credit(s) This course will provide an introduction to the basic steps in completion of a radiographic examination from the beginning of the procedure to the end of the procedure. Radiographic procedures of the chest, abdomen, and appendicular skeleton will be presented. Mobile X-ray procedures and surgical X-ray procedures will be introduced. The students will develop an understanding of how to use age-appropriate communication in the clinical setting. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. Radiographic images will be evaluated. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1140 ;
	RADS 1160 - Imaging Science 1 3 Credit(s) This course is designed to provide an overview of the radiographer’s role in the healthcare delivery system. The course introduces concepts related to the profession, patient care assessments, radiation protection, basic radiographic equipment and image analysis standards. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1120 RADS 1140 , RADS 1160L Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take STAT 1010
	RADS 1160L - Imaging Science 1 Lab 0 Credit(s) This course is designed to provide an overview of the radiographer’s role in the healthcare delivery system. The course introduces concepts related to the profession, patient care assessments, radiation protection, basic radiographic equipment and image analysis standards. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. Semesters Available: Day - F 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1160
	RADS 1220 - Clinical Practicum 2 1 Credit(s) Clinical Practicum is designed to provide students with practical application of material learned in didactic courses. In this course students will continue to perform radiographic procedures under the appropriate level of supervision of qualified radiographers. Student will rotate to mobile radiography and surgical radiography. Clinical rotations to facilities may vary this semester as students rotate to facilities with digital imaging systems and computed imaging systems to help learn the comparisons of both types of systems encountered in the field. Students complete clinical objectives and competencies. P/NP 7 Practicum Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 1160 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1260
	RADS 1240 - Radiologic Procedures/Sem 2 3 Credit(s) Radiographic procedures of the pelvic girdle, shoulder girdle, bony thorax and spine will be presented. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. There will be a continuation of instruction on mobile radiographic procedures. Special imaging procedures of the joints (Arthrography) and of the spine (Myelography) will be introduced. The students will be given an overview of the basic concepts and terminology related to the study of radiographic pathology. Radiographic pathology of the skeletal system will be presented. Students will correlate knowledge of skeletal pathology and radiographic positioning with the evaluation of medical images. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. UG 3 Lab Hour(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s); 1 Seminar Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take HLTH 1150 , RADS 1120 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1220 , RADS 1240L
	RADS 1240L - Rad Procedures/Sem 2 Lab 0 Credit(s) Radiographic procedures of the pelvic girdle, shoulder girdle, bony thorax and spine will be presented. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. There will be a continuation of instruction on mobile radiographic procedures. Special imaging procedures of the joints (Arthrography) and of the spine (Myelography) will be introduced. The students will be given an overview of the basic concepts and terminology related to the study of radiographic pathology. Radiographic pathology of the skeletal system will be presented. Students will correlate knowledge of skeletal pathology and radiographic positioning with the evaluation of medical images. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1240
	RADS 1260 - Imaging Science 2 3 Credit(s) This course is designed to establish a foundation in the principles that govern the image production process. Content establishes a knowledge base of factors that control and influence the production and recording of radiographic images. Electronic and film imaging with associated accessories are included. Image analysis is included with the importance of optimal imaging standards. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. Semesters Available: Day - F UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 1140 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1240 , RADS 1260L
	RADS 1260L - Imaging Science 2 Lab 0 Credit(s) This course is designed to establish a foundation in the principles that govern the image production process. Content establishes a knowledge base of factors that control and influence the production and recording of radiographic images. Electronic and film imaging with associated accessories are included. Image analysis is included with the importance of optimal imaging standards. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. Semesters Available: Day - F 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 1260
	RADS 2321 - Clinical Practicum 3 1 Credit(s) Clinical Practicum is designed to provide students with practical application of material learned in didactic courses. In this course students will continue to perform radiographic procedures under the appropriate level of supervision of qualified radiographers. Students will learn how to operate fluoroscopy equipment and perform contrasted exams of the GI tract. Student will continue rotations through mobile and surgical radiography. Students will begin orthopedic rotations to learn various modifications of radiographic positioning and procedures. Students complete clinical objectives and competencies P/NP 7 Practicum Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 1260 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2360 , RADS 2340
	RADS 2340 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar 3 1.5 Credit(s) Radiographic procedures of the neck, digestive and biliary systems will be presented. Students will learn to work with barium sulfate, gastrografin, and carbon dioxide as contrast medium for the digestive system. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. Radiographic pathology of the digestive and hepatobiliary systems will be presented. Students will learn to recognize pathology of the digestive and hepatobiliary system on medical images and be able to identify imaging procedures appropriate for each body system. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. UG 0.5 Seminar Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 1220 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2321 , RADS 2360 , RADS 2340L
	RADS 2340L - Radiologic Procedures 3 Lab 0 Credit(s) Radiographic procedures of the neck, digestive and biliary systems will be presented. Students will learn to work with barium sulfate, gastrografin, and carbon dioxide as contrast medium for the digestive system. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. Radiographic pathology of the digestive and hepatobiliary systems will be presented. Students will learn to recognize pathology of the digestive and hepatobiliary system on medical images and be able to identify imaging procedures appropriate for each body system. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. 2 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2340
	RADS 2360 - Imaging Science 3 1.5 Credit(s) This course provides basic concepts of pharmacology, EKG, venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents and intravenous medications. The appropriate delivery of patient care during these procedures is emphasized. Students also continue to evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic efficacy. Semesters Available: Day - Su UG 0.5 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take BIOL 2752 , RADS 1240 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2340 , RADS 2360L
	RADS 2360L - Imaging Science 3 Lab 0 Credit(s) This course provides basic concepts of pharmacology, EKG, venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents and intravenous medications. The appropriate delivery of patient care during these procedures is emphasized. Students also continue to evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic efficacy. Semesters Available: Day - Su 2 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2360
	RADS 2420 - Clincal Practicum 4 2 Credit(s) Clinical Practicum is designed to provide students with practical application of material learned in didactic courses. In this course students will continue to perform radiographic procedures under the appropriate level of supervision of qualified radiographers. Introductory clinical rotations will be schedule in the modalities of CT and MRI to help students gain an understanding of cross-sectional anatomy and the role these special imaging modalities play in the diagnosis of diseases. Student will rotate to a pediatric hospital to gain experience imaging pediatric patients. Students complete clinical objectives and competencies. P/NP 14 Practicum Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 2360 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2460
	RADS 2440 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar 4 3 Credit(s) Radiographic procedures of the skull, sinuses and facial bones will be introduced. Methods for imaging pediatric patients will be explored. Students will learn to modify positioning protocols for trauma patients and recognize trauma pathology on radiographs. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. Radiographic pathology of the respiratory, cardiovascular and central nervous system will be included. A one-hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); 1 Seminar Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 2321 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2420 , RADS 2440L , RADS 2460 .
	RADS 2440L - Rad Procedures/Sem 4 Lab 0 Credit(s) Radiographic procedures of the skull, sinuses and facial bones will be introduced. Methods for imaging pediatric patients will be explored. Students will learn to modify positioning protocols for trauma patients and recognize trauma pathology on radiographs. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. Radiographic pathology of the respiratory, cardiovascular and central nervous system will be included. Students will complete a written research assignment on a topic central to the field of radiologic technology. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. 2 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2440
	RADS 2460 - Imaging Science 4 3 Credit(s) This course is designed to establish a knowledge base of radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment design. The nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production, and photon interaction with matter are also included. Image analysis is included with the importance of optimal imaging standards. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. Semesters Available: Day - F UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 2340 Required Concurrent Course(s): RADS 2440 , RADS 2460L
	RADS 2460L - Imaging Science 4 Lab 0 Credit(s) This course is designed to establish a knowledge base of radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment design. The nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production, and photon interaction with matter are also included. Image analysis is included with the importance of optimal imaging standards. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. Semesters Available: Day - F 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2460
	RADS 2520 - Clinical Practicum 5 3 Credit(s) Clinical Practicum is designed to provide students with practical application of material learned in didactic courses. In this course students will continue to perform radiographic procedures under the appropriate level of supervision of qualified radiographers. Students will be completing all required mandatory and elective competencies and objectives prior to completion of the program. In addition, students will be gathering medical images and reports (following HIPAA requirements) to complete their capstone case study. Introductory clinical rotations will be scheduled in the modalities of angiography, cardiac catheterization lab, echocardiography, EKG, ultrasound and radiation therapy to help students gain an understanding of the role these special imaging modalities play in the diagnosis of diseases. P/NP 21 Practicum Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 2460 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2560
	RADS 2540 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar 5 3 Credit(s) This course is a capstone to all previous radiographic procedure courses. Students will be creating a radiographic case study and presenting the case to their peers. In addition, students will be required to complete final lab simulations to assess entry-level positioning skills. Some new information will continue to be presented such as radiographic procedures of the urinary and reproductive system. Pathology of the urinary and reproductive system will also be included to help students correlate the use of specific radiographic projections and their influence on the diagnosis of diseases. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation biology will be discussed and its influence on radiation protection protocols. Students will complete a Web-based research assignment investigating the impact of radiation accidents and their effect on human organisms. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. American Registry of Radiologic Technologies (ARRT) certification exam review will be conducted. A one-hour seminar will include various clinical topics. UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); 1 Seminar Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 2420 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2520 , RADS 2540L . RADS 2560 .
	RADS 2540L - Rad Procedures/Sem 5 Lab 0 Credit(s) This course is a capstone to all previous radiographic procedure courses. Students will be creating a radiographic case study and presenting the case to their peers. In addition, students will be required to complete final lab simulations to assess entry-level positioning skills. Some new information will continue to be presented such as radiographic procedures of the urinary and reproductive system. Pathology of the urinary and reproductive system will also be included to help students correlate the use of specific radiographic projections and their influence on the diagnosis of diseases. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation biology will be discussed and its influence on radiation protection protocols. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. ARRT certification exam review will be conducted. A one hour seminar will cover various clinical topics. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2540
	RADS 2560 - Imaging Science 5 3 Credit(s) This course is designed to incorporate learned radiologic concepts and clinical practices. Focus areas in radiology will be reviewed in preparation for graduation. This course includes evaluations for final competencies in clinical and didactic studies. The course will also present information in resume writing, interview techniques, professional development including certification and licensure requirements, ethical /legal responsibilities and transition from student to radiographer. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RADS 2440 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2540 , RADS 2560L
	RADS 2560L - Imaging Science 5 Lab 0 Credit(s) This course is designed to incorporate learned radiologic concepts and clinical practices. Focus areas in radiology will be reviewed in preparation for graduation. This course includes evaluations for final competencies in clinical and didactic studies. The course will also present information in resume writing, interview techniques, professional development including certification and licensure requirements, ethical /legal responsibilities and transition from student to radiographer. The lab setting will permit application of these skills. Semesters Available: Day - Sp 2 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RADS 2560
Respiratory Care
	RESP 1110 - Respiratory Care Equipment and Procedures I 5 Credit(s) In this course students will learn techniques and procedures for providing basic respiratory care: assessment, communication, body mechanics, medical gas supply systems, oxygen therapy, special gas therapy, humidity and aerosol therapy, oxygen analysis, pulse oximetry, blenders, lung expansion therapy, bronchopulmonary hygiene (including coughing techniques), sterilization/infection control procedures, manual resuscitators, use of chest tubes, and basic pulmonary function testing. Semesters available: Day - F UG 4 Lecture Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1140 , RESP 1110L and RESP 1190 Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take BIOL 1730
	RESP 1110L - RC Equip and Proc I 0 Credit(s) In this course students will learn techniques and procedures for providing basic respiratory care: assessment, communication, body mechanics, medical gas supply systems, oxygen therapy, special gas therapy, humidity and aerosol therapy, oxygen analysis, pulse oximetry, blenders, lung expansion therapy, bronchopulmonary hygiene (including coughing techniques), sterilization/infection control procedures, manual resuscitators, use of chest tubes, and basic pulmonary function testing. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1110
	RESP 1140 - Pharmacology 2 Credit(s) This course is a study of those drugs directly and indirectly affecting therapeutic management of cardiopulmonary patients and includes pharmacologic principles, administration of drugs, drug mixing calculations, and major cardiopulmonary drug therapy used by the respiratory therapy technician and therapist. Additional systemically administered drugs are discussed in reference to their effect on the cardiopulmonary system. In order to successfully complete the course the student will be required to pass a written examination (Drug Proficiency Exam) on Respiratory Care pharmacologic agents with a 77%. UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1110 , CHEM 1030 ;
	RESP 1190 - Practicum I 0.5 Credit(s) This is a clinical course. The student will be assigned to a hospital 8 hours per week for eight weeks (64 total hours) to work under the direct supervision of a clinical instructor. This is an introductory clinical experience for the student to the practice respiratory care skills the student obtained in RESP 1110 . The student will perform direct patient care by evaluating patients’ medical records, assessing patients’ oxygen therapy needs, practice administration/assessment of medical gas therapy, humidity/aerosol therapy, perform oxygen analysis, perform sterilization/infection control procedures, perform hyperinflation therapy, and bronchopulmonary hygiene techniques on patients. The student may be involved in emergency medical procedures include cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of manual resuscitators. Semesters available: Day - F UG 3.5 Practicum Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1110
	RESP 1220 - Respiratory Care Equipment & Procedur II 5 Credit(s) In this course students will learn techniques and procedures for providing advanced respiratory care: airway management (to include oral/nasal airways, intubation, tracheostomy tubes, cuff inflation, and suctioning), noninvasive positive pressure ventilation, capnography, arterial blood gas analysis, and adult mechanical ventilation (to include indications, hazards, initial set-up, modes, monitoring, troubleshooting, and weaning.) An introduction to patient death, dying, and quality of life issues is included. UG 4 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RESP 1110 , RESP 1190 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1270 , RESP 1290 , RESP 1220L
	RESP 1220L - Resp Care Equip & Proc II Labresp Care E 0 Credit(s) In this course students will learn techniques and procedures for providing advanced respiratory care: airway management (to include oral/nasal airways, intubation, tracheostomy tubes, cuff inflation, and suctioning), noninvasive positive pressure ventilation, capnography, arterial blood gas analysis, and adult mechanical ventilation (to include indications, hazards, initial set-up, modes, monitoring, troubleshooting, and weaning.) An introduction to patient death, dying, and quality of life issues is included. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1220
	RESP 1250 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology 4 Credit(s) This course is a study of the physic principles as they apply to cardio-pulmonary physiology, anatomy of the lungs and heart, the mechanics of ventilation and pulmonary circulation, airway resistance, hemodynamics, lung compliance, and the non-uniform distribution of ventilation and perfusion. Gas Laws and other mathematical equations will be studied and applied to the cardiopulmonary system. Oxygen transport and Carbon Dioxide transport are also covered in detail. Semesters available: Day - F UG 4 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take BIOL 1730 , RESP 1110 , RESP-1130, RESP 1190 ; Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP-1210 and RESP 1270
	RESP 1270 - Physician’s Seminar I 2 Credit(s) This course is a discussion course focused on problem based learning of patient care. The course aides the student by relating previous and current laboratory, classroom, and clinical experiences into a more meaningful perspective of total patient care. Physician, faculty, and students present real patient cases to the class from their own clinical experience. Class discussion focuses on patient assessment, diagnostic laboratory testing, and analysis to rule out a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan with follow up assessment of therapy for effectiveness. Physician led discussion of medical topics such as: taking a patient history, past medical history, social history, assessing chief complaint, physical examination, evaluation of chest and upper airways, radiologic interpretation, special procedures, mechanical ventilation, differential diagnostic procedures, ethical-legal issues, pathology, pharmacologic intervention, and other related material are presented during the term. In this course, disease processes are explored in depth as to etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, therapeutics, prognosis, and respiratory involvement. Semesters available: Day - Sp UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RESP 1110 , RESP-1130, RESP 1190 ; Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1290 Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP-1210 and RESP 1250
	RESP 1290 - Practicum II 2.5 Credit(s) This is a practicum course. The student will be assigned to a hospital 12 hours per week for 13 weeks (156 total hours) to work under the direct supervision of a practicum instructor. This is a continuation of RESP 1190 . This course provides practicum experience for the student to the practice respiratory care skills the student obtained in RESP 1110 . The student will perform direct patient care by evaluating patients’ medical records, assessing patients’ oxygen therapy needs, practice administration/assessment of medical gas therapy, humidity/aerosol therapy, perform oxygen analysis, perform sterilization/ infection control procedures, perform hyperinflation therapy, bronchopulmonary hygiene techniques on patients, airway management, bronchopulmonary hygiene, lung expansion therapy, intermittent aerosolize therapy via different modalities, dispensing respiratory pharmacologic agents, arterial blood gas punctures and analysis, and airway management techniques. The student may be involved in emergency medical procedures include cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of manual resuscitators. Seminar time is provided at campus. Semesters available: Day - Sp UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); 10.5 Practicum Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RESP 1110 , RESP 1190 Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP-1210, RESP 1250 and RESP 1270
	RESP 2310 - Respiratory Care Equipment & Procedures III 2 Credit(s) This course is a continuation of RESP 1210 and has instruction and laboratory application in adult critical care procedures such as: advance assessment in respiration of oxygen and carbon dioxide, hemodynamic monitoring, high frequency ventilation, and nitric oxide administration. The course transitions the student from the adult critical care experience to the neonatal and pediatric clinical settings focusing on infant and pediatric mechanical ventilation, ventilation techniques, CPAP, Bi-Level ventilation, Nitric oxide therapy, therapeutic procedures, and equipment specific to the neonatal and pediatric setting. The course will cover neonatal and pediatric pathologies such as HMD, BPD, CHD, Asthma, Meconium Aspiration, SIDS, and CF. Semesters available: Day - Su UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RESP-1210 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2310L Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2330 and RESP 2390
	RESP 2310L - Resp Care Equip & Proc III 0 Credit(s) This course is a continuation of RESP1210 and has instruction and laboratory application in adult critical care procedures such as: advance assessment in respiration of oxygen and carbon dioxide, hemodynamic monitoring, high frequency ventilation, and nitric oxide administration. The course transitions the student from the adult critical care experience to the neonatal and pediatric clinical settings focusing on infant and pediatric mechanical ventilation, ventilation techniques, CPAP, Bi-Level ventilation, Nitric oxide therapy, therapeutic procedures, and equipment specific to the neonatal and pediatric setting. The course will cover neonatal and pediatric pathologies such as HMD, BPD, CHD, Asthma, Meconium Aspiration, SIDS, and CF. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2310
	RESP 2330 - Advanced Life Support Procedures 1 Credit(s) This course consists of the American Heart Association’s Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). When the student successfully completes this course they will be issued certification cards for each discipline from the America Heart Association. The course is taught by certified AHA instructors. The laboratory hours are arranged. The course will be offered during the term as three separate modules, each two days (approximately 16 hours) dates and times to be announced. Semesters available: Day - Su UG 3 Lab Hour(s)
	RESP 2390 - Practicum III 2.5 Credit(s) This is a practicum course. The student will be assigned to a hospital 16 hours per week for 10 week (160 total hours) to work under the direct supervision of a practicum instructor. This is a continuation of RESP 1290 . This course provides practicum experience for the student to the practice respiratory care skills the student obtained in RESP1210. The student will perform direct patient care in an ICU setting evaluating patients’ medical records, assessing patients’ oxygen therapy needs, practice administration/assessment of medical gas therapy, humidity/aerosol therapy, perform oxygen analysis, perform sterilization/infection control procedures, perform hyperinflation therapy, bronchopulmonary hygiene techniques on patients, airway management, bronchopulmonary hygiene, lung expansion therapy, intermittent aerosolize therapy via different modalities, dispensing respiratory pharmacologic agents, arterial blood gas punctures and analysis, mechanical ventilation, and airway management techniques including extubation. The student may be involved in emergency medical procedures include cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of manual resuscitators. Seminar time is provided at campus. Semesters available: Day - Su UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); 10 Practicum Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RESP-1210, RESP 1290 Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2310 and RESP 2330
	RESP 2410 - Respiratory Care Equipment & Procedures IV 3 Credit(s) In this course, students will learn about advanced pulmonary function testing techniques and equipment, electrocardiograms, breathing exercises, pulmonary and cardiac exercise testing, bronchoscopy, polysomnography, indirect calorimetry, pulmonary rehabilitation, and home care. Semesters available: Day - F UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2410L Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2470 and RESP 2490
	RESP 2410L - Resp Care Equip & Proc IV 0 Credit(s) In this course, students will learn about advanced pulmonary function testing techniques and equipment, electrocardiograms, breathing exercises, pulmonary and cardiac exercise testing, bronchoscopy, polysomnography, indirect calorimetry, pulmonary rehabilitation, and home care. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2410
	RESP 2450 - Pathology 3 Credit(s) In this course, respiratory disorders are explored as to etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, therapeutics, prognosis, and respiratory therapy involvement. Semesters available: Day - F UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2410 , RESP 2470 and RESP 2490
	RESP 2470 - Physician’s Seminar II 2 Credit(s) This course is a discussion course focused on problem based learning of patient care. The course aides the student by relating previous and current laboratory, classroom, and clinical experiences into a more meaningful perspective of total patient care. Physician, faculty, and students present real patient cases to the class from their own clinical experience. Class discussion focuses on patient assessment, diagnostic laboratory testing, and analysis to rule out a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan with follow up assessment of therapy for effectiveness. Physician led discussion of medical topics such as: taking a patient history, past medical history, social history, assessing chief complaint, physical examination, evaluation of chest and upper airways, radiologic interpretation, special procedures, mechanical ventilation, differential diagnostic procedures, ethical-legal issues, pathology, pharmacologic intervention, and other related material are presented during the term. In this course, disease processes are explored in depth as to etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, therapeutics, prognosis, and respiratory involvement. Semesters available: Day - F UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2490 Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2410
	RESP 2490 - Practicum IV 2.5 Credit(s) This is a practicum course and is a continuation of RESP 2390 . The student will be assigned to a hospital 12 hours per week for 13 weeks (156 total hours) to work under the supervision of a practicum instructor. six weeks will be spent in adult critical care and seven weeks will be spent in neonatal and pediatrics setting. This course provides a more intense look at adult mechanical ventilation focusing on the understanding of pathophysiology of the critical care patient as it applies to mechanical ventilation and critical care procedures. The student will learn to assess and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators, assess patient outcomes, analyze and apply mechanical ventilator techniques to adapt to the patient’s pathophysiological needs. As a part of this practicum experience the student will perform an intubation rotation in a surgical environment under the supervision of an anesthesiologist. The course covers practical application in a pediatric hospital performing practicum procedures as they relate to the neonatal/pediatric patient including assessment, oxygen therapy, humidity/aerosol therapy, aerosolized medication delivery methods, airway management and suctioning, oximetry, apnea monitoring, conventional mechanical ventilation, CPAP, High Frequency Oscillation, and weaning procedures. The student may be involved in emergency medical procedures include cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of manual resuscitators. Seminar time is provided at campus. Semesters available: Day - F UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); 10.5 Practicum Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2410 , RESP 2470
	RESP 2570 - Respiratory Care Administration 2 Credit(s) This course is a study of the responsibilities of the respiratory therapy supervisor/administrator to include staffing, scheduling, maintenance of equipment and supplies, policy and procedure, budget preparation, meetings, department reports, department planning and organization, quality assurance monitoring of patient care, JCAHO accreditation regulations, emergency preparedness, motivational theory, ethical and legal implications of practice, contemporary issues affecting health care, preparing a resume, and review of the Ohio Respiratory Care law: HB 4761. Semesters available: Day - Sp UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2599
	RESP 2590 - Practicum V 2.5 Credit(s) This is a practicum experience course and is a continuation of RESP 2490 - Practicum IV . This rotation is 36 hours per week for 5 weeks (180 total hours). A faculty advisor is assigned to the student and they work together to set up the student’s practicum experience. The student will be assigned to a health care facility to work under the supervision of a licensed respiratory care professional. The student may be assigned to various areas of respiratory care which may focus on therapeutics, critical care, emergency medicine, diagnostic, and rehabilitation. The faculty advisor will regularly visit and collaborate with the student’s employer supervisor to provide feedback and evaluations to the student. Semesters available: Day - Sp UG 0.5 Lecture Hour(s); 12 Practicum Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RESP 2410 , RESP 2490 Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2599
	RESP 2599 - Respiratory Care Review 1.5 Credit(s) This course is a review of respiratory care in preparation for the National Board for Respiratory Care Entry Level Examination, Written Registry Examination, and the Clinical Simulation Examination. The student will become familiar with the NBRC Examination Matrix and testing format for each of the national examinations. In order to successfully complete the course requirements, the student will be required to successfully complete, (based upon the minimum passing limit, MPL), and Entry Level Staff Assessment Examination produced by the NBRC. Semesters available: Day - Sp UG 1.5 Lecture Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2590
Registered Nursing
	RNUR 1010 - Basic Concepts in Nursing 6 Credit(s) An introduction to fundamental nursing skills, interpersonal communication and relationships, safety in practice, ethical/legal issues of nursing practice including nursing roles and boundaries, awareness of developmental levels, medication administration guidelines/techniques/calculations, IV assessment and calculations, OR protocols and procedures pre-, intra- and post-operative care, pain assessment & management, teaching and learning, and cognitive development with a focus on critical thinking. Emphasis is placed on interviewing and physical assessment skills; safe, hygienic client care; skills performance; emotional, spiritual, and cultural concerns; infection control, surgical wound healing, medical and surgical asepsis and excretory stressors. Stress adaptation/wellness, documentation, computer research, and community nursing resources are all integral aspects of the course. Utilization of all aspects of the nursing process is emphasized in classroom, clinical and laboratory experiences. Extended care facilities and acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate gerontological and beginning medical-surgical nursing theory with practice. Semesters available: Day - F UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1010C and RNUR 1010L Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take PSYC 1010 , RNUR 1030 and BIOL 2751
	RNUR 1010C - Basic Concepts in Nursing 0 Credit(s) An introduction to fundamental nursing skills, interpersonal communication and relationships, safety in practice, ethical/legal issues of nursing practice including nursing roles and boundaries, awareness of developmental levels, medication administration guidelines/techniques/calculations, IV assessment and calculations, OR protocols and procedures pre-, intra- and post-operative care, pain assessment & management, teaching and learning, and cognitive development with a focus on critical thinking. Emphasis is placed on interviewing and physical assessment skills; safe, hygienic client care; skills performance; emotional, spiritual, and cultural concerns; infection control, surgical wound healing, medical and surgical asepsis and excretory stressors. Stress adaptation/wellness, documentation, computer research, and community nursing resources are all integral aspects of the course. Utilization of all aspects of the nursing process is emphasized in classroom, clinical and laboratory experiences. Extended care facilities and acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate gerontological and beginning medical-surgical nursing theory with practice. 6 Clinical Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1010
	RNUR 1010L - Basic Concepts in Nursing 0 Credit(s) An introduction to fundamental nursing skills, interpersonal communication and relationships, safety in practice, ethical/legal issues of nursing practice including nursing roles and boundaries, awareness of developmental levels, medication administration guidelines/techniques/calculations, IV assessment and calculations, OR protocols and procedures pre-, intra- and post-operative care, pain assessment & management,teaching and learning, and cognitive development with a focus on critical thinking. Emphasis is placed on interviewing and physical assessment skills; safe, hygienic client care; skills performance; emotional, spiritual, and cultural concerns; infection control, surgical wound healing, medical and surgical asepsis and excretory stressors. Stress adaptation/wellness, documentation, computer research, and community nursing resources are all integral aspects of the course. Utilization of all aspects of the nursing process is emphasized in classroom, clinical and laboratory experiences. Extended care facilities and acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate gerontological and beginning medical-surgical nursing theory with practice. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1010
	RNUR 1010S - Do Not Use 0 Credit(s) An introduction to fundamental nursing skills, interpersonal communication and relationships, safety in practice, ethical/legal issues of nursing practice including nursing roles and boundaries, awareness of developmental levels, medication administration guidelines/techniques/calculations, IV assessment and calculations, OR protocols and procedures pre-, intra- and post-operative care, sterile dressing techniques, pain assessment & management, teaching and learning, and cognitive development with a focus on critical thinking. Emphasis is placed on interviewing and physical assessment skills; safe, hygienic client care; skills performance; emotional, spiritual, and cultural concerns; infection control, surgical wound healing, medical and surgical asepsis and excretory stressors. Stress adaptation/wellness, documentation, computer research, and community nursing resources are all integral aspects of the course. Utilization of all aspects of the nursing process is emphasized in classroom, clinical and laboratory experiences. Extended care facilities and acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate gerontological and beginning medical-surgical nursing theory with practice. 1 Lab Hour(s) Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1010
	RNUR 1030 - Pharmacology 2 Credit(s) Pharmacology PNUR 1030 /RNUR 1030 provides an introduction to the study of drugs. Content also includes classifications of drugs, dosage calculations, legal aspects of drug administration, and preparation and administration of drugs. Uses, actions and side effects of selected drugs will be studied as well as associated nursing care and implications. Semesters available: Day - F UG 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1010 , PSYC 1010 and BIOL 2751
	RNUR 1050 - Intermediate Concepts in Nursing I 7 Credit(s) This course focuses on the response of clients to respiratory, urinary, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, endocrine (diabetes, thyroid, and parathyroid), fluid balance, and vascular stressors. Extensive emphasis is placed on meeting basic human needs, restoration of wellness, health maintenance, and promotion. Critical thinking, therapeutic communication, client teaching, developmental level tasks, cultural influences, and ethical/legal issues of nursing practice are also integrated throughout the course. Acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate intermediate medical-surgical theory with practice. Semesters available: Day - Sp UG 12 Lab Hour(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1010 , RNUR 1030 , PSYC 1010 , BIOL 2751 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1050L and RNUR 1050C Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take PSYC 2010 , BIOL 1101 and BIOL 2752
	RNUR 1050C - Nursing I 0 Credit(s) This course focuses on the response of clients to respiratory, urinary, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, endocrine (diabetes, thyroid, and parathyroid), fluid balance, and vascular stressors. Extensive emphasis is placed on meeting basic human needs, restoration of wellness, health maintenance, and promotion. Critical thinking, therapeutic communication, client teaching, developmental level tasks, cultural influences, and ethical/legal issues of nursing practice are also integrated throughout the course. Acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate intermediate medical-surgical theory with practice. 9 Clinical Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1050
	RNUR 1050L - Nursing I 0 Credit(s) This course focuses on the response of clients to respiratory, urinary, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, endocrine (diabetes, thyroid, and parathyroid), fluid balance, and vascular stressors. Extensive emphasis is placed on meeting basic human needs, restoration of wellness, health maintenance, and promotion. Critical thinking, therapeutic communication, client teaching, developmental level tasks, cultural influences, and ethical/legal issues of nursing practice are also integrated throughout the course. Acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate intermediate medical-surgical theory with practice. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1050
	RNUR 1050S - Do Not Use 0 Credit(s) This course focuses on the response of clients to respiratory, urinary, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, endocrine (diabetes, thyroid, and parathyroid), fluid balance, and vascular stressors. Extensive emphasis is placed on meeting basic human needs, restoration of wellness, health maintenance, and promotion. Critical thinking, therapeutic communication, client teaching, developmental level tasks, cultural influences, and ethical/legal issues of nursing practice are also integrated throughout the course. Acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate intermediate medical-surgical theory with practice. 1 Lab Hour(s) Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1050
	RNUR 1070 - Intermediate Concepts in Nursing II 5 Credit(s) This intermediate course utilizes and builds on basic skills and knowledge of RNUR 1010 and RNUR 1050 . The focus of study is on the utilization of the nursing process emphasized in classroom and clinical experiences as it relates to meeting basic human needs. Acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate intermediate medical-surgical theory with practice. Semesters available: Day - Su UG 9 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1050 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1070C Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take ENGL 1010
	RNUR 1070C - Intermediate Concepts in Nursing II 0 Credit(s) This intermediate course utilizes and builds on basic skills and knowledge of RNUR 1010 and RNUR 1050 . The focus of study is on the utilization of the nursing process emphasized in classroom and clinical experiences as it relates to meeting basic human needs. Acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate intermediate medical-surgical theory with practice. 9 Clinical Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1070
	RNUR 1070L - Do Not Use 0 Credit(s) This intermediate course utilizes and builds on basic skills and knowledge of RNUR 1010 and RNUR 1050 . The focus of study is on the utilization of the nursing process emphasized in classroom, clinical and laboratory experiences as it relates to meeting basic human needs. Acute care units in the hospital setting are utilized for clinical rotation to integrate intermediate medical-surgical theory with practice. 2 Lab Hour(s) Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1010
	RNUR 1090 - Professionalism in Nursing 1 Credit(s) Explores the development of professional nursing. Students are introduced to selected core nursing values, concepts, themes and theories which will be used as a foundation. The concepts of health and illness as influenced by psychological, social, cultural, ethical, and legal issues are examined. Nursing theories, the ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, and Ohio Board of Nursing are explored. Semesters available: SU - Online P/NP 1 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1010 , RNUR 1030 , RNUR 1050 ;
	RNUR 1125 - Transition Concepts in Nursing 7 Credit(s) This course recognizes and builds on the previous education and work experience of the L.P.N. Emphasis of study is upon utilization of the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health for individuals with common recurring health problems. Theoretical content and clinical experiences focus on the stress adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of oxygenation, nutrition and elimination, activity and rest, safety and security, mental health and behavioral adjustment, and sexual role satisfaction. Theory regarding stress adaptation, therapeutic communication, nutrition, developmental levels/tasks, pharmacology, culture, community resources, and ethical/legal boundaries is integrated into the course. Laboratory and clinical experiences are planned to review and enrich knowledge of technical skills and nursing care. Some evening experiences may be scheduled during the semester. It is designed to assist the student who is a Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) to make the transition into the advanced level RNUR courses. UG 5 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1030 PSYC 1010 PSYC 2010 , BIOL 1101 , BIOL 2752 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1125L and RNUR 1125C Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take ENGL 1010
	RNUR 1125C - Transition Concepts in Nursing 0 Credit(s) This course recognizes and builds on the previous education and work experience of the L.P.N. Emphasis of study is upon utilization of the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health for individuals with common recurring health problems. Theoretical content and clinical experiences focus on the stress adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of oxygenation, nutrition and elimination, activity and rest, safety and security, mental health and behavioral adjustment, and sexual role satisfaction. Theory regarding stress adaptation, therapeutic communication, nutrition, developmental levels/tasks, pharmacology, culture, community resources, and ethical/legal boundaries is integrated into the course. Laboratory and clinical experiences are planned to review and enrich knowledge of technical skills and nursing care. Some evening experiences may be scheduled during the quarter. It is designed to assist the student who is a Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) to make the transition into the advanced level RNUR courses. 3 Clinical Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1125
	RNUR 1125L - Transition Concepts in Nursing 0 Credit(s) This course recognizes and builds on the previous education and work experience of the L.P.N. Emphasis of study is upon utilization of the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health for individuals with common recurring health problems. Theoretical content and clinical experiences focus on the stress adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of oxygenation, nutrition and elimination, activity and rest, safety and security, mental health and behavioral adjustment, and sexual role satisfaction. Theory regarding stress adaptation, therapeutic communication, nutrition, developmental levels/tasks, pharmacology, culture, community resources, and ethical/legal boundaries is integrated into the course. Laboratory and clinical experiences are planned to review and enrich knowledge of technical skills and nursing care. Some evening experiences may be scheduled during the quarter. It is designed to assist the student who is a Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) RNUR courses. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1125
	RNUR 2030 - Advanced Concepts in Nursing I 8 Credit(s) This course is designed to assist the student to integrate and build on concepts and skills learned in previous nursing courses. Emphasis of study is upon utilization of the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health for individuals who present immediate and complex nursing needs. Critical thinking will be utilized in the exploration of theoretical content and clinical experiences. The focus of study is on the stress-adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of nutrition and elimination, safety and security, oxygenation, activity and rest, and mental health and behavioral adjustments. Health promotion in growth and development is a strong component of the course. Skills of self-evaluation, organization, discharge planning and referral will be developed. Knowledge regarding therapeutic communication, diet therapy, pharmacology, developmental levels/tasks, community health and resources, culture, and ethical/legal boundaries are integrated into the course. Clinical experiences are planned to work with children, adolescents, young adults and child-bearing clients. Clinical experiences are planned in community agencies with preceptors. Some evening clinical experiences may be scheduled during the quarter. Group leaders are expected to make clinical assignments the day prior to clinical experience. Semesters available: Day - F, Sp UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1070 or RNUR 1125 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2030C and RNUR 2030L Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take CHEM 1030 , and BIOL 1550
	RNUR 2030C - Advanced Concepts in Nursing I 0 Credit(s) This course is designed to assist the student to integrate and build on concepts and skills learned in previous nursing courses. Emphasis of study is upon utilization of the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health for individuals who present immediate and complex nursing needs. Critical thinking will be utilized in the exploration of theoretical content and clinical experiences. The focus of study is on the stress-adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of nutrition and elimination, safety and security, oxygenation, activity and rest, and mental health and behavioral adjustments. Health promotion in growth and development is a strong component of the course. Skills of self-evaluation, organization, discharge planning and referral will be developed. Knowledge regarding therapeutic communication, diet therapy, pharmacology, developmental levels/tasks, community health and resources, culture, and ethical/legal boundaries are integrated into the course. Clinical experiences are planned to work with children, adolescents, young adults and child-bearing clients. Clinical experiences are planned in community agencies with preceptors. Some evening clinical experiences may be scheduled during the quarter. Group leaders are expected to make clinical assignments the day prior to clinical experience. 12 Clinical Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2030
	RNUR 2030L - Advanced Nursing I 0 Credit(s) 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2030 and RNUR 2030C
	RNUR 2050 - Advanced Concepts in Nursing II 8 Credit(s) This course is designed to assist the student in integrating and expanding concepts and skills learned in previous nursing courses. Critical thinking will be utilized in implementing the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health and behavioral adjustment for individuals with complex nursing needs. Theoretical content and clinical experiences will focus on the stress-adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of mental health and behavioral adjustment, oxygenation, nutrition and elimination, and safety and security. Skills of self-evaluation and work organization will be developed. Knowledge regarding basic and therapeutic communication concepts, diet therapy, pharmacology, developmental levels/tasks, community health and resources, culture, and ethical/legal boundaries are integrated in the course. Clinical experiences are planned which allow the student to meet the course objectives in different settings (acute care hospitals, psychiatric hospitals and community agencies) and may include different shift times. Semesters available: Day - F, Sp UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1070 or RNUR 1125 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2050C and RNUR 2050L Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take CHEM 1030 , and BIOL 1550
	RNUR 2050C - Advanced Concepts in Nursing II 0 Credit(s) This course is designed to assist the student in integrating and expanding concepts and skills learned in previous nursing courses. Critical thinking will be utilized in implementing the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health and behavioral adjustment for individuals with complex nursing needs. Theoretical content and clinical experiences will focus on the stress-adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of mental health and behavioral adjustment, oxygenation, nutrition and elimination, and safety and security. Skills of self evaluation and work organization will be developed. Knowledge regarding basic and therapeutic communication concepts, diet therapy, pharmacology, developmental levels/tasks, community health and resources, culture, and ethical/legal boundaries are integrated in the course. Clinical experiences are planned which allow the student to meet the course objectives in different settings (acute care hospitals, psychiatric hospitals and community agencies) and may include different shift times. 12 Clinical Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take PNUR 2050
	RNUR 2050L - Advanced Nursing II 0 Credit(s) 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2050 and RNUR 2050C
	RNUR 2070 - Nursing Trends and Transitions 1 Credit(s) A study of the complex processes that occur and influence the student’s transition into nursing practice. Reality shock, the changing healthcare delivery system, as well as legal and ethical responsibilities and issues are included. The role of health care organizations as they relate to the practice of nursing is covered. The nurse’s role in the political arena is explored. Delegation as an integral part of nursing care delivery is examined. Requirements for initial and continued licensure and employee expectations are included. Semesters available: Day - Sp UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1070 or RNUR 1125
	RNUR 2070L - Nursing Trends and Transitions 0 Credit(s) A study of the complex processes that occur and influence the student’s transition into nursing practice. Reality shock, the changing healthcare delivery system, as well as legal and ethical responsibilities and issues are included. The role of health care organizations as they relate to the practice of nursing is covered. The nurse’s role in the political arena is explored. Delegation as an integral part of nursing care delivery is examined. Requirements for initial and continued licensure and employee expectations are included. Theory of role transition is emphasized in combination with specific clinical experiences under the guidance of a preceptor or faculty member. 3 Lab Hour(s) Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2070
Sociology
	SOCY 1010 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Credit(s) Introduction to the theoretical foundations and methods used to gather, interpret, and evaluate data in sociology. Insight into how society is organized by focusing on the structure and function of social institutions, the impact of culture and socialization on individuals and groups, and systems of stratification among various racial and ethnic, social class, gender and sexuality groups. Please note outcomes are written to OBR standards using OBR language. Ohio Articulation Number OSS021. This course meets the requirements for OTM in Social and Behavioral Science TMSBS. UG OSS021 3 Lecture Hour(s);
	SOCY 1090 - Death and Dying 3 Credit(s) This course will focus on why and how people experience loss, death and grief. We will investigate the ideas of Kubler-Ross and others and expand our exploration to include the Eastern and Judeo-Christian perspectives. In addition, we will consider a variety of sources of grief (death, divorce, alcoholism, birth of a handicapped child, life-threatening illnesses, etc.) and how people react to such events. Semesters available: Day - F Evening - Sp UG 3 Lecture Hour(s);
	SOCY 2010 - Cultural Diversity and Racism 3 Credit(s) Sociological exploration of American racial and ethnic groups. Emphasis placed on the social construction of race and ethnicity, patterns of intergroup contact. Historical comparative analysis of selected groups with emphasis on economic, political and structural inequalities. Please note outcomes are written to OBR standards using OBR language. Ohio Articulation Number OSS 050 Race and Ethnicity . This course also meets the requirements for OTM in Social and Behavioral Sciences TMSBS. UG OSS024 3 Lecture Hour(s);
	SOCY 2030 - Marriage and Family 3 Credit(s) Sociology of Marriage and Family examines numerous components that impact the family, including: marriage, love, work, race and ethnicity, parenthood, divorce, remarriage/stepfamilies, and family violence. Theoretical perspectives related to families will also be examined. Social and governmental influences that relate to and impact families will be addressed. TAG# OSS023 UG OSS023 3 Lecture Hour(s);
	SOCY 2050 - Social Problems 3 Credit(s) This course will present an overview of generally recognized social problems by sociological measurement. Definitions of social problems and an understanding of their impact on the quality of life and the social work field will be implemented. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take HMSV-1050 and HMSV 1170 ;
	SOCY 2900 - Sociology Capstone 1 Credit(s) This course will assist students transitioning from the community college experience to a four-year educational institution. Students will integrate the knowledge and skills acquired in their general education experiences with those developed in their program specific courses to engage in projects that require them to: think critically about their prior education, explore future academic and career-related paths, and develop skills to enhance their success. Such projects may include research papers, presentations, and/or portfolio development UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Must have completed 45 credit hours.
	SOCY 2999 - Special Topics in Sociology 3 Credit(s) Special Topics in Sociology - A particular topic or combination of topics will be covered when there is sufficient student interest. Students will be expected to contribute to discussions on the basis of readings in the selected areas. Course may be repeated on different topic. A specific course may be offered twice before it must be discontinued or added to the curriculum via the required Curriculum Committee process. Course offered based on student interest. Semesters available: Offered based on need. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s);
Spanish
	SPAN 1010 - Beginning Spanish 3 Credit(s) This course develops basic speaking, listening, writing and reading skills. The goal is for students to achieve a Novice-Mid level of proficiency across all the aforementioned skills. At this level, students will be able to provide and understand information about themselves and their immediate surroundings using words, phrases and memorized expressions while speaking and listening, reproduce from memory a modest number of words and phrases in context while writing, and identify a number of highly contextualized words and phrases including cognates and borrowed words while reading. Also, students will have an introduction to Hispanic Cultures by examining a variety of topics. This course is not intended for native speakers of Spanish. Semesters Available: Day-Sp UG 3 Lecture Hour(s);
	SPAN 1020 - Intermediate Spanish 3 Credit(s) SPAN1020 is a continuation of SPAN 1010 with more advanced practice in listening, reading, speaking, and writing with an emphasis on practical Spanish. Course includes introduction to Hispanic culture on selected topics. Prerequisite: Two years of high school Spanish or SPAN 1010 (C or above). This course is not intended for native speakers of Spanish. Semesters Available: Day-Sp UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take SPAN 1010 ; Minimum Grade C;
Statistics
	STAT 0086 - Algebra for Probability & Statistics 2 Credit(s) This course is designed to teach students the algebraic methods and procedures that will be needed in a probability and statistics course. The topics will include demonstrations in using the calculator, scientific notation, order of operations, converting decimals to percents, inequalities, and exponents, radicals, solving equations, graphing lines using slope and y-intercept, solving equations using the quadratic formula, sequences and variation. P/NP 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take MATH 0072 or MATH 0073 with a minimum grade of C- OR COMPASS Algebra score of 1-30 OR ACT Math score of 19 or higher OR ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra score of 45 or higher.
	STAT 1010 - Probability and Statistics 3 Credit(s) This course provides the student with an overview of probability and statistics. Probability terminology, concepts and rules are emphasized in solving probability problems. Descriptive statistics, including measures of central tendency and dispersion, charts, tables and diagrams are used to summarize data. The student is introduced to the binomial, Poisson, hyper-geometric, normal and t-distributions. Confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and linear regression are used to make conclusions concerning population parameters from sample data. This course meets the requirements for OTM Introductory Statistics TMM010. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): MATH 0084 (Minimum grade of C- required) or qualifying placement test score OR Co-requisite of MATH 0086
	STAT 1030 - Statistical Analysis 3 Credit(s) Students in this course learn analysis techniques including hypothesis testing and confidence intervals for standard deviations for one and two populations, contingency tables (chi-squared), analysis of variance (ANOVA), least squares method, multiple regression models, and non-parametric hypothesis tests. Students will design, develop, and present a statistical analysis project. Successful completion of STAT 1010 with a grade of C- or better required. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Successful completion of STAT 1010 with a grade of C- or better required.
	STAT 1050 - Statistical Methods in Business 3 Credit(s) This course presents a study of basic concepts and practices of statistics as they relate to business. The course includes descriptive statistics, probability, statistical distributions, sampling, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Other topics include correlation, regression, process improvement using control charts, index numbers, and time series analysis. Successful completion of MATH1010, MATH1050, or MATH 1110 with a grade of C- or better or a COMPASS Algebra score of 65 or higher or ACT Math score of 22 or higher required. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): MATH 0086 or higher with a grade of C- or better or COMPASS Algebra score of 52 or higher or ACT Math score of 22 or higher oe ACCUPLACER College Level Math score of 30 or higher required.
	STAT 9920 - Algebra for Probability & Statistics and Probability and Statistice Co Requisite Lab 5 Credit(s) UG 5 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take MATH 0072 or MATH 0073 with a minimum grade of C- or ACCUPLACER AR >=263 or ACT Math >=19. - Must be completed prior to taking this course.
State Tested Nurse Assistant
	STNA 1110 - State Tested Nurse Assistant 3 Credit(s) The course is the classroom and laboratory portion of state-mandated testing for Nurse Aides in Ohio. The course is designed to prepare the students to successfully pass the state-mandated testing for Nurse Aides in Ohio. Students will satisfactorily complete the didactic and laboratory portion of the Ohio Department of Health’s, Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program, (NATCEP). This course will consist of 80 class lecture hours and skills development. This course is a flex course and may not follow the regular College calendar. The scheduled dates and times vary throughout the year. The course is taught off campus. Semesters available: Offered based on need. UG 3 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take STNA 1250
	STNA 1150 - State Tested Nurse Asst CPR/First Aid 1 Credit(s) A practical course in the care and handling of victims of common emergencies; i.e., transportation and household accidents, climate related emergencies. Areas include basic life support, victim assessment, shock, bleeding, bandaging, splinting, burns, poisoning, medical emergencies, rescue and moving victims, triage. Students who meet the examination requirements will receive both a Community First Aid and Safety card from the American Red Cross and Basic Life Support for Heath Care Provider Professional’s card from the American Heart Association. This course is a flex course and may not follow the regular College calendar. The scheduled dates and times vary throughout the year. The course is taught off campus. Semesters available: Offered based on need. UG 1 Lecture Hour(s);
	STNA 1250 - State Tested Nurse Assistant Directed Practice 2 Credit(s) The course is the directed practice training associated with STNA 1110 and STNA 1150 of the state-mandated testing for Nurse Aides in Ohio. The course is designed to prepare the students clinically to demonstrate the skills learned in the STNA 1110 and STNA 1150 courses. Students will satisfactorily complete the laboratory portion of the Ohio Department of Health’s, Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program, (NATCEP). This course consists of 12 directed practice hours /week of skills development. This course is a flex course and may not follow the regular College calendar. The scheduled dates and times vary throughout the year. The course is taught off campus. Semesters available: Offered based on need. UG 1 Lecture Hour(s); 12 Practicum Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take STNA 1110
Surgical Technology
	SURG 1010 - Surgical Technology Microbiology 4 Credit(s) This course is designed to provide knowledge of the structure and function of selected pathogenic organisms, infectious disease cycle, and body’s defenses to infection including the immune system. This course is for surgical technologist only and will not meet the needs for any other allied health or nursing program. UG 2 Lab Hour(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): READ0080 & WRIT0090, or take ENGL 0040 , also take MATH0074 (minimum grade of C- required for all); OR qualifying placement test scores Required Concurrent Course(s): Take SURG 1030
	SURG 1030 - Fundamentals of Surgical Technology 12 Credit(s) This course teaches the role and responsibility of the surgical technologist in effective communication, legal, ethical, and moral aspects of care, preparation of the patient for surgery, preparation of the OR for surgery, aseptic techniques, patient care procedures, environmental safety, and supply/equipment preparation and use. This course is for surgical technologist only and will not meet the needs for any other allied health or nursing program. UG 10 Lab Hour(s) 6 Lecture Hour(s); 8 Practicum Hour(s); Required Concurrent Course(s): Take SURG 1010
	SURG 1050 - Surgical Tech Anatomy & Physiology Surg Tech a & P 10 Credit(s) This course covers the essentials of pharmacology and math, structure and function of the integumentary, gastro intestinal, endocrine, reproduction and the urinary systems, the essentials of structure and function of your special senses, the musculoskeletal, circulatory, lymphatic, nervous, and respiratory systems, the organization of the body into cells, tissues, organs, systems, and wound healing are also described. This course is for surgical technologist only and will not meet the needs for any other allied health or nursing program. UG 2 Lab Hour(s) 9 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take SURG 1010 , SURG 1030 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take SURG 1070
	SURG 1070 - Surgical Technology Procedures 16 Credit(s) This course covers selected commonly performed surgical procedures, pathology leading to surgical intervention, purposes of surgery, problems that may arise, and techniques/instruments specific to general & minimal access as applied to GI, urology, male reproductive, OB & GYN surgeries, Vascular, Thoracic, Neurology, Ophthalmic, ENT, Plastics, Orthopedics, and Dental. The course practicum component allows demonstration of both psychomotor skill competency and practicum judgment. This course is for surgical technologist only and will not meet the needs for any other allied health or nursing program. UG 3 Lab Hour(s) 11 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take SURG 1010 , SURG 1030 Required Concurrent Course(s): Take SURG 1050
Theatre
	THEA 1010 - Introduction to Theatre 3 Credit(s) Course is an overview of theatre as an art form. Includes historical and production points of view. Students will effectively view and critique plays and musicals. This is NOT a performance based course, but a theory and analysis based class. Semesters Available: Offered based on need. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s);
Visual Communication Media and Technology
	VCMT 1050 - Imaging I 3 Credit(s) Course work includes an introduction to the vocabulary and production processes necessary to create images for printing, web design, and video, including desktop scanning and resolution. Using the leading computer software applications, students will explore raster and create vector based imagery, illustration, photo restoration, color correction and image composting. UG 2 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s);
	VCMT 1085 - Visual Communications I 3 Credit(s) This beginning course provides an overview of the MAC computer platform, and the Visual Communication Media and Technology industry. Students will explore different careers in the VCMT field. This course provides an overview of visual communication, graphic design principles, layout design, and typography. The leading computer software applications will be used to explore the processes of design and layout of different types of documents and media. UG 2 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take VCMT 1050 ;

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PSYC 2090 - Social Psychology

PSYC 2100 - Personality Theory

PSYC 2150 - Educational Psychology

PSYC 2170 - Forensic Psychology

PSYC 2900 - Psychology Capstone

PSYC 2999 - Special Topics in Psychology

RADS 1120 - Clinical Practicum I

RADS 1140 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar I

RADS 1140L - Rad Procedures/Seminar I Lab

RADS 1160 - Imaging Science 1

RADS 1160L - Imaging Science 1 Lab

RADS 1220 - Clinical Practicum 2

RADS 1240 - Radiologic Procedures/Sem 2

RADS 1240L - Rad Procedures/Sem 2 Lab

RADS 1260 - Imaging Science 2

RADS 1260L - Imaging Science 2 Lab

RADS 2321 - Clinical Practicum 3

RADS 2340 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar 3

RADS 2340L - Radiologic Procedures 3 Lab

RADS 2360 - Imaging Science 3

RADS 2360L - Imaging Science 3 Lab

RADS 2420 - Clincal Practicum 4

RADS 2440 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar 4

RADS 2440L - Rad Procedures/Sem 4 Lab

RADS 2460 - Imaging Science 4

RADS 2460L - Imaging Science 4 Lab

RADS 2520 - Clinical Practicum 5

RADS 2540 - Radiologic Procedures/Seminar 5

RADS 2540L - Rad Procedures/Sem 5 Lab

RADS 2560 - Imaging Science 5

RADS 2560L - Imaging Science 5 Lab

RESP 1110 - Respiratory Care Equipment and Procedures I

RESP 1110L - RC Equip and Proc I

RESP 1140 - Pharmacology

RESP 1190 - Practicum I

RESP 1220 - Respiratory Care Equipment & Procedur II

RESP 1220L - Resp Care Equip & Proc II Labresp Care E

RESP 1250 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology

RESP 1270 - Physician’s Seminar I

RESP 1290 - Practicum II

RESP 2310 - Respiratory Care Equipment & Procedures III

RESP 2310L - Resp Care Equip & Proc III

RESP 2330 - Advanced Life Support Procedures

RESP 2390 - Practicum III

RESP 2410 - Respiratory Care Equipment & Procedures IV

RESP 2410L - Resp Care Equip & Proc IV

RESP 2450 - Pathology

RESP 2470 - Physician’s Seminar II

RESP 2490 - Practicum IV

RESP 2570 - Respiratory Care Administration

RESP 2590 - Practicum V

RESP 2599 - Respiratory Care Review

RNUR 1010 - Basic Concepts in Nursing

RNUR 1010C - Basic Concepts in Nursing

RNUR 1010L - Basic Concepts in Nursing

RNUR 1010S - Do Not Use

RNUR 1030 - Pharmacology

RNUR 1050 - Intermediate Concepts in Nursing I

RNUR 1050C - Nursing I

RNUR 1050L - Nursing I

RNUR 1050S - Do Not Use

RNUR 1070 - Intermediate Concepts in Nursing II

RNUR 1070C - Intermediate Concepts in Nursing II

RNUR 1070L - Do Not Use

RNUR 1090 - Professionalism in Nursing

RNUR 1125 - Transition Concepts in Nursing

RNUR 1125C - Transition Concepts in Nursing

RNUR 1125L - Transition Concepts in Nursing

RNUR 2030 - Advanced Concepts in Nursing I

RNUR 2030C - Advanced Concepts in Nursing I

RNUR 2030L - Advanced Nursing I

RNUR 2050 - Advanced Concepts in Nursing II

RNUR 2050C - Advanced Concepts in Nursing II

RNUR 2050L - Advanced Nursing II

RNUR 2070 - Nursing Trends and Transitions

RNUR 2070L - Nursing Trends and Transitions

SOCY 1010 - Introduction to Sociology

SOCY 1090 - Death and Dying