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2019-2020 College Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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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.
The North Central State College catalog is neither a contract nor an offer to contract. North Central State College reserves the right to make changes in any material contained herein as deemed necessary without notice.
Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGs)
Courses marked as a TAG course are guaranteed to transfer and apply directly to the major at any state college or university in the state of Ohio.
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Radiological Sciences |
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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
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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 .
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 .
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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
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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
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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
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Respiratory Care |
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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 ,and RESP 1190
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take BIOL 1730
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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
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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 ;
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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
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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
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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
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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 1140 , RESP 1190 ;
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1220 and RESP 1270
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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 1140 , RESP 1190 ;
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1290
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 1220 and RESP 1250
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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 1220 , RESP 1250 and RESP 1270
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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 1220
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2310L
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2330 and RESP 2390
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RESP 2310L - Resp Care Equip & Proc III
0 Credit(s)
This course is a continuation of RESP 1220 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
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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)
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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 RESP 1220 . 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 1220 , RESP 1290
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RESP 2310 and RESP 2330
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Registered Nursing |
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 Prerequisite Course(s): MATH 0084 (minimum grade of C-) or qualifying placement test scores and High School Chemistry or CHEM 1010 (minimum grade of C-)
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1010 , PSYC 1010 and BIOL 2751
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 ;
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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RNUR 2030L - Advanced Nursing I
0 Credit(s)
3 Lab Hour(s)
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2030 and RNUR 2030C
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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
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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
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RNUR 2050L - Advanced Nursing II
0 Credit(s)
3 Lab Hour(s)
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 2050 and RNUR 2050C
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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
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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
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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);
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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);
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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);
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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);
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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);
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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.
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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);
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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);
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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;
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Statistics |
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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.
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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
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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.
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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 MATH 0084 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 0084 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.
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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.
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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
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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);
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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
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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): Take ENGL 0040 & MATH 0084 (minimum grade of C- required for all); OR qualifying placement test scores
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take SURG 1030
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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
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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
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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
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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);
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Visual Communication Media and Technology |
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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);
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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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VCMT 1190 - Video Production I
3 Credit(s)
This course explores the basic concepts, principles, terminology, skills, design techniques, styles and production processes utilized in planning, writing, lighting, performing, shooting, editing, and graphic generation for producing video. Producing quality audio for video is also explored. Single camera style, creative team work and storytelling will also be employed. TAG# OCM008 UG
2 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take ARTS 1070 and VCMT 1050 with a minimum grade of C-
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VCMT 1280 - Visual Communication II & Typography
3 Credit(s)
Expanding on student’s knowledge of graphic design elements and principles covered in VCMT 1085 , students will further explore page design. Emphasis will be on typography. History of typography, graphic design, and printing processes will be studied. Projects may include advertisements, letter shapes, logos, brochures, tables, form documents, grid layouts and mass media communication. Semesters available: Days - Sp UG
2 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take VCMT 1085 with a minimum grade of C-
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VCMT 1550 - Imaging II
3 Credit(s)
This course will expand on the vocabulary and production processes learned in VCMT 1050 - Imaging I . Emphasis will be on raster based images produced from the leading graphic software applications. Digital photography, developing images for the Internet, and more complex compositing techniques will be covered. Semesters available: Days - Sp Evenings - Sp UG
2 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take ARTS 1010 , VCMT 1050 with a minimum grade of C-
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VCMT 2060 - Principles of Printing Technology
3 Credit(s)
An overview of printing processes including individual hands-on experience with the major printing processes including offset lithography, large format inkjet, digital printing and silk screen printing. Printing materials and finishing techniques will be included. Hands-on experience printing in the lab will be required. Semesters available: Days - Sp UG
2 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take VCMT 1280 , VCMT 1550
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VCMT 2070 - Web Design I
3 Credit(s)
This class will cover current web design workflow, best practices for web design including responsive design and user interface design, software and languages for building web sites, web site analytics, usability, and social media. Students will build at least one responsive web site using CSS and Adobe Dreamweaver and another web site with CMS (Content Management Software) like Wordpress. Web sites will contain images, text, navigation and multimedia. Basic scripting using HTML5 and CSS also will be covered. Students should be comfortable with image editing software. Semesters available: Days - F Evenings - F UG
3 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take VCMT 1050 with a minimum grade of C-.
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VCMT 2280 - Editing & Publishing for Visual
3 Credit(s)
This course blends both copy and design to further develop skills in writing for publications, designing, and producing publications. Students will get experience in two related areas 1) writing and editing documents for publication, and 2) using design publication software to produce multiple page documents like books, newsletters, magazines, ebooks, and interactive publications. Students will produce copy for their publishing projects prior to placing it in their layout, will edit copy for technical correction, and will copy fit text to complete their projects. The use of grids, master pages, style sheets, tables, forms, and variable data, for print and electronic publication will be covered. This course will be team taught with the English department. Semesters available: Days - Sp UG
4 Lab Hour(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take VCMT 1280 , ENGL 1030 with a minimum grade of C- in both classes.
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VCMT 2390 - Video Production II
3 Credit(s)
This course builds on the skills learned in the Introduction to Video I course. Students will have an opportunity to explore more in depth concepts, principles, techniques and processes of producing, writing and directing as well as lighting, shooting, and editing audio and video. Students will have an opportunity to acquire skills in producing corporate/industrial style videos using both field and studio approaches. UG
2 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take VCMT 1190 with a minimum grade of C-
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VCMT 2400 - Motion Graphics
3 Credit(s)
This course is intended to build upon the skills received in previous VCMT imaging and video courses. The focus is on temporal and dynamic graphic communication incorporating video, stills, illustration, music and animation within a motion graphics software application. By the end of this course the student will be able to create a dynamic logo, program opening as well as an animated lower third and an info graphic for a video program. UG
4 Lab Hour(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s);
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take VCMT 1190 and VCMT 1550
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VCMT 2550 - Imaging III
3 Credit(s)
This course will cover advanced vector & raster imaging techniques. Vector imaging techniques will cover information graphics, cartography, package design, 3 D gradient mesh, and technical illustration. Students will produce samples for their portfolio that demonstrate their skills in image manipulation, including advanced color correction, advanced photo retouching techniques, and photo montage. Semesters available: Days - F UG
4 Lab Hour(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take VCMT 1550 with a minimum grade of C-
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VCMT 2590 - Video Production III
3 Credit(s)
This course will allow students to gain a more critical and in-depth perspective of organizational video production. Students will have opportunities to gain real world experience by producing organizational videos. Advanced techniques in directing, videography, audio and video editing, and lighting will be employed. This course will allow students to build confidence in their producing skills as well as add to their portfolios. UG
4 Lab Hour(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take VCMT 2390 with a minimum grade of C-
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VCMT 2700 - Capstone Multimedia Portfolio
2 Credit(s)
This course is designed to take a project idea from pre-production to finished product. Students will be expected to utilize all skills acquired in their VCMT program to assemble an electronic portfolio which can be used for employment interviews. All VCMT classes completed or concurrently enrolled. This class should be taken within 20 credit hours of graduation. Semesters available: Days - Sp UG
2 Lab Hour(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s);
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): 15 credit hours of VCMT & ARTS classes must be completed or concurrent (with a C- or better) and a GPA of 2.00.
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VCMT 2800 - Cooperative Work Experience
1 Credit(s)
The cooperative work experience is an opportunity for students to obtain practical work experience in the Visual Communications Field, while earning college credit. This on or off campus employment experience can be paid or unpaid. The work experience is coordinated by a faculty member who visits the job site for a conference with the student and the supervisor at least once per semester. Students must complete 150 hrs of work experience. This class is pass/fail. Semesters available Days - F, Sp, Su P/NP
1 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): Must be concurrent with VCMT 2850 - Seminar . Student must have completed 24 semester credit hours of VCMT classes with a C- or better. Students should have a 2.0 GPA. All forms required for the Cooperative Work Experience must be submitted upon registering for this class. Students are required to attend an orientation class the first week of the semester. Students must get permission of the instructor in order to enroll in this class.
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take VCMT 2850
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VCMT 2850 - Seminar
1 Credit(s)
This course is taken concurrently with VCMT 2800 - Cooperative Work Experience . Students will discuss their work place experiences that occur during their Cooperative Work Experience. Students must get permission of the instructor in order to enroll in this class. Semesters available Days - F, Sp, Su P/NP
1 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take VCMT 2800
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VCMT 2999 - Special Topics in Visual Communication Media & Technology
3 Credit(s)
This course enables faculty members in the Visual Communications Media & Technology department to present a specific topic or project in Visual Communications, on a limited basis, that is not normally covered in the current VCMT curriculum. The course may be offered twice before it must be discontinued or added to the curriculum via the required Curriculum Committee process. UG
3 Lecture Hour(s);
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