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PHYL 202 - Optics and Modern Physics Laboratory
Physics laboratory to accompany PHY 202 .
Co-requisite: PHY 202 .
3 laboratory hours per week.
1 credit hour
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Practical Nursing |
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PNU 190 - Nursing Concepts
This course introduces the Practical Nursing student to the profession of nursing and the role of the LPN. Trends in nursing practice and the health care delivery system will be discussed. The integration of self-care and critical thinking principles into the nursing process will be a key focus. Fundamental nursing concepts and practices for health promotion, including communication, patient teaching, assessment, nutritional support, and general pharmacological and safety principles, will be presented. Students will practice and demonstrate beginning proficiency in selected skills, including the calculation of drug dosages, measurement of vital signs, hygienic care, application of standard precautions, and the use of medical terminology.
Prerequisites: All Developmental Course Work, GPA 2.5.
Co-requisites: ENG 101 or ENG 112 , BIO 102 or BIO 106 , PSY 101 .
60 lecture hours and 45 clinical lab hours.
5 credit hours (4 theory, 1 clinical lab)
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PNU 191 - Adult Health I
In this course, the student will continue to use the nursing process, within the self-care framework, to assist adult patients in meeting their physiological and psychosocial self-care requisites in the long term and acute care setting. Emphasis will be placed on patient assessment and an understanding of the commonly occurring and chronic conditions that alter an individual’s state of wellness. Care of patients pre- and postoperatively, and those experiencing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, infectious diseases, and selected cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, and endocrine deviations will be discussed. Principles of clinical reasoning and therapeutic communication will be integrated throughout the course. Content that is presented in the classroom will be reinforced with clinical experiences in the skills laboratory and patient care settings where students will apply basic nursing principles and techniques.
Prerequisites: PNU 190 , ENG 101 or ENG 112 , BIO 102 or BIO 106 , PSY 101 , GPA 2.5.
Co-requisite: Elective.
105 lecture hours and 135 clinical lab hours.
10 credit hours (7 theory, 3 clinical lab)
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PNU 210 - Maternal/Child, Pediatric, and Mental Health Nursing
The focus of this course is the role of the Practical Nurse as a member of a multidisciplinary health team caring for patients and their families in obstetrical, pediatric, and mental health settings. Knowledge and skills are developed that will assist patients to attain self-care requisites, including therapeutic communication, application of growth and development principles, and incorporation of legal and ethical guidelines. Health promotion, maintenance, and restoration are emphasized in clinical experiences with patients and their families. Economic and sociocultural issues that influence the patient and family will be discussed. The student will continue to use the nursing process within the self-care framework in providing care to patients during clinical experiences in inpatient and/or ambulatory obstetric, pediatric, and mental health settings.
Prerequisites: PNU 191 , Elective, GPA 2.5.
Co-requisite: PSY 204 .
90 lecture hours and 135 clinical lab hours.
9 credit hours (6 theory, 3 clinical lab)
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PNU 211 - Adult Health II & Role Transition
In this course the student focuses on meeting the holistic self-care needs of the adult patient in the acute care setting. In collaboration with the clinical instructor and RN health team member, the student will be given the opportunity to demonstrate use of critical thinking skills in collecting subjective and objective information, prioritizing care, intervening in meeting patient basic care needs, evaluating outcomes of care, and reporting and recording care. Concepts introduced in previous nursing courses are expanded and integrated into clinical and theory experiences. Emphasis in theory will be placed on more complex acute medical-surgical health deviations, the assessment of signs and symptoms and recognition of medical and nursing interventions, including medication and nutrition therapies. Critical thinking skills will continue to be an avenue for student success in test-taking and clinical performance. Concepts of role transition and accountability will be discussed, as well as skills required for obtaining employment in a health care agency. Content reviews, focused testing, and a clinical practicum will assist the student to prepare for the NCLEX – PN Licensure Examination and the assumption of a position as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Prerequisites: PNU 210 , PSY 204 , GPA 2.5.
120 lecture hours, 180 clinical lab hours.
12 credit hours (8 theory, 4 clinical lab)
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Psychology |
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PSY 101 - General Psychology
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is an introduction to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Includes topics such as research methods, the neurological bases of behavior, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, memory, thinking and intelligence, personality, motivation and emotion, development, psychological disorders and social psychology.
Prerequisites: ENG 096 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 102 - Psychology of Personality
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course explores personality dynamics in light of the major theories of personality, including Freudian, behavioral, trait, cognitive, socio-cultural, humanist and other perspectives. Included are an introduction to theory construction, personality assessment, and theories of deviance.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 105 - Group Dynamics
This course is an investigation of the roles and behavior of people in small group settings. Topics include roles and norms, leadership, decision processes, interpersonal communication, membership, attraction, and group theory. Participation in small group projects emphasized.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 204 - Lifespan Development
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course provides the context to understand the significant processes that shape human development over the course of human life. The focus of this course is the scientific study of the biological, psychological, cognitive, emotional, personal, and social changes throughout life span, beginning with prenatal development, through infancy, early and middle childhood, adolescence and the major adult stages, (early, middle, late, and issues related to the end of life). Controversial and ethical issues relevant to lifespan development and the scientific study of human development will be studied.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 205 - Child Psychology
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is a study of childhood development and psychology. Particular focus will be on physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development from the prenatal period to preadolescence.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 . PSY 102 recommended.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 206 - Adolescent Psychology
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
The course is a study of biological, social, emotional and cognitive development during adolescence. The course will focus on the transitions occurring within these major domain areas and on developmentally relevant segments such as peer, family, authority, identity autonomy, sexuality, general and academic achievement, and issues of adjustment.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 . PSY 102 recommended.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 207 - Social Psychology
The course will focus on the ways in which human behavior influences and is influenced or determined by the social situations in which it occurs. Topics include: social persuasion and perception, attitudes, prejudice, interpersonal attraction, aggression, conformity, and group dynamics.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 208 - Abnormal Psychology
This course is a study of anxiety disorders, depression, schizophrenia, and other maladaptive behavior patterns, with emphasis on current concepts of their origin and treatment.
Prerequisite: PSY 102 or permission of Division Dean’s office.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 211 - Current Issues in Psychology
This course prepares students to present and explore current social and psychological issues. Material could include but not be limited to dating, parenting, depression, drug use, behavioral disorders, eating disorders, sexually transmitted diseases and adolescent suicide.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 212 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is an investigation of the theory and research involved in the study of the psychology of adulthood and aging. Particular attention is focused on role and identity changes, personality changes, intelligence, sexuality, the psychosocial aspects of work and retirement, and death and dying.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 213 - (SOC 213) Social Research Methods
This course explores the application of scientific methods to the study of human behavior and social interaction. The relationship between theory and research is examined. Students develop skills in understanding and using such techniques as case studies, surveys, experiments, participant observation, testing, and basic statistical devices to analyze data.
Required prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PSY 219 - Child Abnormal Psychology
This course will introduce the student to maladaptive behavior in children and adolescents. Areas of discussion include mental retardation, attention deficit disorder, conduct disorders, mood disorders, learning disabilities and pervasive developmental disorders. Students will learn theoretical explanations for the development of the disorders and learn about diagnostic classification.
Prerequisites: PSY 101 , PSY 205 , or permission of Division Dean’s office.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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Psychosocial Rehabilitation |
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UPR 101 (PSRT 1101) - Introduction to the Principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Enables students to identify the methods by which individuals with severe mental illness are helped in psychosocial rehabilitation and treatment settings. Classroom lectures and seminars provide students with opportunities to explore concepts unique to psychosocial rehabilitation, including history, philosophy and values of psychosocial rehabilitation.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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Psychosocial Rehabilitation – Rutgers |
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PSRT 1019 - Clinical Practicum in Psychosocial Rehabilitation I
Students will observe and identify common interventions for working with the individual with serious mental illness. Clinical experiences (16 hours weekly, for a minimum of 240 hours) will emphasize participation under supervision in group activities, program tasks, skills training and skills practice. Classroom lectures and seminars will provide students with opportunities to integrate theory with practical experience.
Prerequisites: UPR 101 (PSRT 1101) , PSRT 1102 , PSRT 1103 , PSRT 1204 .
3 lecture hours and 16 clinical hours per week.
6 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers program. For the most current course description visit http://shrp.rutgers.edu
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PSRT 1101 (UPR 101) - Introduction to the Principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Enables students to identify the methods by which individuals with severe mental illness are helped in psychosocial rehabilitation and treatment settings. Classroom lectures and seminars provide students with opportunities to explore concepts unique to psychosocial rehabilitation, including history, philosophy, and values of psychosocial rehabilitation.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours.
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PSRT 1102 - Communication Techniques in Interviewing and Counseling
Introduces students to the principles and skills necessary for the effective use of therapeutic communication. The student will learn about values and attitudes impacting on professional interpersonal relationships. Classroom lectures and practice sessions expose students to interviewing, and helping principles through active participation in a faculty supervised clinical practice.
Prerequisite: UPR 101 (PSRT 1101) or permission of Division Dean’s office.
2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers program. For the most current course description visit http://shrp.rutgers.edu
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PSRT 1103 - Introduction to Group Dynamics
Introduces the student to the principles, and skills necessary for the effective use of groups to engage people, and achieve goals. Classroom lectures and practice sessions demonstrate group dynamics, and group process. Students also participate in faculty supervised group experiences.
Prerequisite: UPR 101 (PSRT 1101) or permission of Division Dean’s office.
2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers program. For the most current course description visit http://shrp.rutgers.edu
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PSRT 1204 - Clinical Principles in Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Treatment
Introduces students to an understanding of psychopathology as it is addressed through psychosocial rehabilitation intervention efforts. Students will be able to define and differentiate between mental health and mental illness. The use of common psychotropic drugs and their side effects will also be covered. Current psychiatric practices will be discussed.
Prerequisite: UPR 101 (PSRT 1101) .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers program. For the most current course description visit http://shrp.rutgers.edu
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PSRT 2019 - Clinical Practicum in Psychosocial Rehabilitation II
Enables students to continue to develop intervention skills and strategies. Faculty supervised field experience (16 hours weekly, for a minimum of 240 hours) provides students with opportunities to develop appropriate clinical judgment, as well as initial participation in service planning and choice of interventions. Students will begin to lead activities under supervision and be introduced to documentation requirements.
Prerequisite: PSRT 1019 .
3 lecture hours and 16 clinical hours per week.
6 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers program. For the most current course description visit http://shrp.rutgers.edu
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PSRT 2121 - Community Resource Management and the Individual with Severe Mental Illness
Introduces students to the principles and practices of systems utilization for the improved functioning of people with psychiatric disabilities. Needs evaluation and goal formulation will be the basis of case coordination and resource linking within a systems framework. Lectures and course activities provide students with opportunities to explore the relationship of services to the individual’s needs. Web based course.
Prerequisites: UPR 101 (PSRT 1101) , PSRT 1102 , PSRT 1103 , PSRT 1204 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers program. For the most current course description visit http://shrp.rutgers.edu
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PSRT 2231 - Emerging Topics in Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Treatment
Acquaints the students with emerging developments in the field of psychosocial rehabilitation and treatment, focusing on current issues and trends. The purpose of the course is to help the student conceptualize psychosocial rehabilitation as a diverse and evolving field. Web based course.
Prerequisite: PSRT 1019 , PSRT 2121 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers program. For the most current course description visit http://shrp.rutgers.edu
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Physical Therapy Assistant |
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PTA 115 - Functional Anatomy
Study of neuro-musculo-skeletal structures with an emphasis on the function of normal human movement. Review of basic kinesiological principles and how they affect human posture and movement. Introduction to manual muscle testing and goniometry.
Prerequisites: (All with a grade of “C” or better) BIO 105 , ENG 101 , MAT 119 , PSY 101 .
Co-requisites: PTAL 115 , PTA 130 , PTA 251 .
3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
4 credit hours
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PTA 130 - Physical Therapy Procedures I
This course teaches the student to implement basic physical therapy treatment programs. Didactic and laboratory practice are included for heat, light, and hydrotherapy modalities, ambulation, massage, bed positioning, wheelchair maneuverability, and transfers. Lab practice for selected nursing procedures is also included.
Prerequisite: (All with a grade of “C” or better) BIO 105 , ENG 101 , MAT 119 , PSY 101 .
Co-requisites: PTAL 130 , PTA 115 , PTA 251 .
3 lecture, 9 laboratory hours and 4 clinical hours per week.
7 credit hours
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PTA 140 - Physical Therapy Procedures II
A review of the pathological process, evaluation, and appropriate physical therapy procedures for selected orthopedic conditions commonly seen in physical therapy. A problem solving approach will be utilized to provide the student the opportunity to identify patients’ needs and determine treatment modifications.
Prerequisites: PTA 115 , PTA 130 , PTA 251 all with a minimum grade of “C+”.
1 lecture hour and 6 laboratory hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PTA 217 - Clinical Seminar and Practice I
This course is designed to integrate the students’ clinical and didactic experiences by developing problem solving and interpersonal skills. Topics studied will include the health delivery system, legal and ethical issues relating to Physical Therapy intervention, documentation skills, and an introduction to The Guide to Physical Therapy Practice. The course will also explore the elements of effective interaction between a PTA and other professionals as well as the PTA and the patient. Areas including verbal and non-verbal communication, personal and cultural bias and social versus therapeutic helping relationships will be discussed. The students will participate in two days of supervised PTA clinical experience per week. Students must provide their own transportation.
Prerequisites: All previous professional coursework with a minimum grade of “C+”.
Co-requisites: PTAL 217 , PTA 220 , PTA 221 , ENG 102 and BIO 106 .
3 lecture hours and 4 clinical hours per week.
7 credit hours
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PTA 220 - Physical Therapy Procedures III
A review of the pathophysiological process, medical treatment, and appropriate physical therapy procedures for selected neurological conditions commonly seen in physical therapy. Physical therapy treatments will include an introduction to evaluate and to advanced therapeutic exercise, as well as thorough coverage of ADL, basic therapeutic exercise and modalities as they relate to each neurological condition. The components and principles of orthotics is included. The physics, physiology and procedures of electrotherapy will be covered.
Prerequisites: All previous professional course work passed with a minimum grade of “C+”, ENG 102 , BIO 106 .
Co-requisites: PTAL 220 , PTA 217 , PTA 221 .
4 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week.
6 credit hours
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PTA 221 - Physical Therapy Procedures IV
A review of the pathophysiological process, medical treatment, and appropriate physical therapy procedures for selected medical and pediatric conditions commonly seen in physical therapy. Physical therapy treatments will include an introduction to evaluation and to advanced therapeutic exercise, a well as a thorough coverage of ADL, basic therapeutic exercises and assistive devices as they relate to each pediatric and medical condition.
Prerequisites: All previous professional course work passed with a minimum grade of “C+”, ENG 102 , BIO 106 .
Co-requisites: PTAL 221 , PTA 217 , PTA 220 .
3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
4 credit hours
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PTA 223 - Clinical Seminar
Advanced therapeutic exercise, psychosocial aspects of disability and dying, continuation of total treatment programs for selected conditions, and entry level preparation.
Prerequisites: ENG 102 , PTA 217 , PTA 220 , PTA 221 all passed with a grade of “C+” or better.
Co-requisite: PTA 224 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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PTA 224 - Clinical Practice II
Full time, supervised PTA clinical experience, own transportation required.
Prerequisites: PTA 217 , PTA 220 , PTA 221 . All previous professional course work passed with a minimum grade “C+.”
Co-requisite: PTA 223 or permission of instructor.
36 clinical hours per week.
9 credit hours
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PTA 251 - Independent Living for the Disabled
An overview of selected barriers to illustrate the impact that a disability may have on a patient’s lifestyle. The course offers the student an opportunity for investigation into problem solving for a given disability and the implied functional limitations.
Prerequisites: All passed with a grade of “C” or better: BIO 106 , ENG 102 , MAT 119 , PSY 101 .
2 lecture hours per week.
2 credit hours
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PTAL 115 - Functional Anatomy Laboratory
This is a co-requisite laboratory course for PTA 115 .
Co-requisite: PTA 115
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PTAL 130 - Physical Therapy Procedures I Laboratory
This is a co-requisite laboratory course for PTA 130 .
Co-requisite: PTA 130
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PTAL 217 - Clinical Seminar and Practice I Laboratory
This is a co-requisite laboratory course for PTA 217 .
Co-requisite: PTA 217
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PTAL 220 - Physical Therapy Procedures III Laboratory
This is a co-requisite laboratory course for PTA 220 .
Co-requisite: PTA 220
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PTAL 221 - Physical Therapy Procedures IV Laboratory
This is a co-requisite laboratory course for PTA 221 .
Co-requisite: PTA 221
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Radiography, Muhlenberg |
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RADM 110 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure I
The first of a 2-semester series, this course provides the student a foundation of radiation exposure theory. Factors governing and influencing radiographic image production are presented. Student presentations are used to reinforce key concepts. Creating an image, selecting optimal technical factors, density, contrast and resolution, body habitus analysis, disease and structural processes evaluation are included.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 120 - Radiologic Procedures I
In this first course in a series, the student will be introduced to the concepts and terminology of movement in relation to body parts. X-ray beam direction, body positions, projections and views will be explained. Anatomy, limited pathology and radiographic positioning of the chest, abdomen, upper extremity and shoulder girdle are included. A critical thinking module as related to film evaluation and clinical situations will be introduced. Clinical education based on competency evaluation parallels the course content and are an integral part of this course.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 121 - Radiologic Procedures II
Part II in this series is a continuation of the concepts, techniques and critical thinking skills initiated in part I. Anatomy, limited pathology and radiographic positioning of the lower extremity, pelvis, bony thorax and spinal column are included. Clinical education based on competency evaluation parallels the course content and are an integral part of this course.
Prerequisite: RADM 120 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 122 - Radiologic Procedures III
This course includes a review of the skull anatomy. Bones, topographic landmarks and positioning lines will be identified. Positioning skills for routine skull radiography, facial bones and paranasal sinuses are included. A critical thinking module as related to film evaluation and clinical situations will be used. Clinical education based on competency evaluation parallels the course content and are an integral part of this course.
2 lecture hours per week.
2 credit hours
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RADM 135 - Radiation Biology
An overview of the biological effects of radiation exposure examines the interaction of radiation with matter, macromolecules, cells, tissue and whole body radiation. Included is the clinical impact of genetic and somatic responses to radiation. Radiation safety is introduced through topics such as the biological consequences of irradiation, regulatory limitations of exposure and methods for exposure minimization in all modalities including CT and digital systems.
2 lecture hours per week.
2 credit hours
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RADM 201 - Radiographic Pathology
This web enhanced course offers a survey of disease status on organ and organ systems. Emphasis is placed on the effect of pathology on medical images and the technical adjustments required to produce diagnostic images.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 211 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure II
A continuation of RADM 110 , this course continues to focus on the production of quality radiographic images and includes rationale for the selection of appropriate technical factors, image resolution and contrast, grids, image receptor technology and sensitometry. Digital image acquisition, display, archiving and retrieval are discussed. Guidelines for selecting exposure factors and evaluating images within a digital system are presented with a comparison to film-based systems.
Prerequisite: RADM 110 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 212 - Radiographic Physics
This course will provide the student with the knowledge of basic physics as it relates to ionizing radiation and the principles of electromagnetism. Voltage, current, power and transformer law formulas are presented. The course includes investigation of the construction of the x-ray tube and circuit and the tests required to insure equipment and patient safety.
Prerequisites: MAT 119, PHY 125 or PHY 101.
Co-requisite: RADM 211.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 212 - Radiographic Physics
This course will provide the student with the knowledge of basic physics as it relates to ionizing radiation and the principles of electromagnetism. Voltage, current, power and transformer law formulas are presented. The course includes investigation of the construction of the x-ray tube and circuit and the tests required to insure equipment and patient safety.
Prerequisites: MAT 119 , PHY 125 or PHY 101 .
Co-requisite: RADM 211 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours.
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RADM 213 - Radiographic Equipment
This course is designed to assist the student in the development of a knowledge base in routine radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, mammographic and tomographic equipment including, computed tomographic and radiographic (CT and CR) units, mobile units and digital imaging equipment and systems. Quality Assurance and Quality Control requirements will also be discussed.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 223 - Radiologic Procedures IV
This course is a continuation of the concepts, techniques, procedures and critical thinking skills learned in previous radiographic procedures courses. Anatomy and limited pathology related to the mouth, salivary glands, anterior neck, abdomen, urinary and digestive systems including the accessory organs of digestion with related positioning and procedures are included. Students will be introduced to the contrast agents needed to investigate these systems and to the concept of fluoroscopy and tomography as it applies. A critical thinking module as related to film evaluation and clinical situations will be used. Clinical education based on competency evaluation parallels the course content is an integral part of this course.
Prerequisite: RADM 121 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RADM 224 - Radiologic Procedures V
This course is a continuation of the concepts, techniques, procedures and critical thinking skills learned in previous radiographic procedures courses. Students will be given an overview of various imaging modalities including: Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, Sonography, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Additionally the cardiovascular and central nervous systems, long bone measurement, foreign body localization, female reproductive radiography, pediatric radiography, geriatric radiography, arthrography and trauma radiography will be discussed. A critical thinking module as related to film evaluation and clinical situations will be used. Clinical education based on competency evaluation parallels the course content and is an integral part of this course.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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Radiology Imaging, Muhlenberg |
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RNTL 201 - CT Skills Assessment
This course is offered to Radiography students and licensed/registered Radiographers who are eligible to perform Computed Tomography procedures at accredited medical institutions. In addition to the topics covered in RNTM 201 , RNTL 201 requires 45 clinical experience hours in a CT facility. Clinical proficiency exams in several procedures included in the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification requirements competencies must be demonstrated. In addition, students observe and assist CT technologists in the clinical setting and experience & evaluate the quality of CT images.
Pre/Co-requisite: RNTM 201 .
3 clinical hour per week.
1 credit hour
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RNTM 101 - Medical Terminology
This Web-enhanced course is designed to introduce the student to the language of the Medical profession. It includes terminology relating to body systems and organs and provides a comprehensive study appropriate for all allied health modalities. Offered only online.
1 credit hour
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RNTM 102 - Health Care Today
This Web-enhanced course is designed to create a broad overview of today’s healthcare industry. It will introduce the student to delivery of healthcare, economics, insurance programs administrative roles, leadership, management, budget and planning, internal politics, capital allocation, operating budgets, government roles, and employee relations.
RADIOGRAPHY - Prerequisites: RNTM 101 , RNTM 103 , RADM 120 . SONOGRAPHY - Prerequisite: DMSM 100 . Offered only online.
2 credit hours
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RNTM 103 - Introduction to Medical Imaging
This course is specific to hospital imaging departments, Medical radiology offices and clinic providing medical imaging services. It addresses both patient care skills and radiation protection. Special consideration is focused on the basic emotional, physical and diverse cultural needs of patients, infection control, safety, medicolegal and ethical issues, surgical asepsis, pharmacology, vital signs and identification of emergency situations. The radiographers role in patient, public, and personnel radiation protection is emphasized. The concepts of ALARA and Dose Equivalent Limit are compared and regulatory agencies are identified. The agencies involvement in radiation protection are discussed.
4 lecture hours per week.
4 credit hours
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RNTM 201 - Fundamentals of Computed Tomography
This course is designed to provide a basic overview of the fundamentals of Computed Tomography (CT) technology. Equipment, instrumentation, image processing, reconstruction, patient safety, cross sectional anatomy and patient positioning will be discussed. CT involves the use of rotating x-ray equipment, combined with a digital computer, to obtain cross sectional images of the body. This course is offered to both radiographers and non-radiographers.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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RSTN 2000 - Core Concepts in Respiratory Care
An orientation to general patient assessment and examination, to include: infection control, patient safety, interviewing and communication, record keeping, and clinical laboratory studies. Didactic and practical demonstrations will provide the basis for proficiencies practices in the laboratory and then performed during clinical practice.
Co-requisites: RSTN 2200 and RSTN 2231 .
2 lecture hours and 1 laboratory hour per week.
2 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2100 - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care
An introduction to the basic therapeutic modalities used in respiratory care, to include: medical gas delivery, humidity and aerosol therapy, respiratory pharmacology, bronchial hygiene therapy, lung expansion therapy and emergency life support. Lectures, lab demonstrations and experimentation are integrated with clinical practice.
Co-requisite: RSTN 2189 .
3 lecture hours and 4 laboratory hours per week.
4 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2189 - Clinical Practice I
An orientation to the hospital environment and to the basic respiratory care procedures covered in both Core Concepts in Respiratory Care and Fundamentals of Respiratory Care. Clinical instruction and supervised practice are provided in the areas of basic patient assessment, infection control, vital signs, charting, oxygen administration, aerosol/humidity therapy, hyperinflation therapy and bronchial hygiene.
Co-requisite: RSTN 2100 .
7 clinical hours per week.
1 credit hour
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2200 - Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology
An overview of drugs affecting the cardiopulmonary system, including bronchodilators, steroids, antibiotics, skeletal muscle relaxants, central nervous system depressants, respiratory stimulants, diuretics and cardiovascular agents.
Co-requisites: RSTN 2000 and RSTN 2231 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2230 - Cardiopulmonary Evaluation
A lecture and laboratory course on invasive and noninvasive diagnostic and monitoring procedures including roentgenography, electrocardiography, pulmonary function testing, hemodynamic monitoring, arterial blood gas analysis, patient interviewing and physical assessment.
Prerequisites: RSTN 2000 , RSTN 2200 and RSTN 2231 .
Co-requisites: RSTN 2232 .
3 lecture hours and 1 laboratory hour per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2231 - Applied Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology I
A study of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system as it relates to respiratory care. Includes basic anatomy of the pulmonary and cardiac system, physiology or circulation, gas exchange, control of respiration and an overview of the pathophysiology and treatment of common disorders of the cardiopulmonary system.
Prerequisites: BIO 105 and BIO 106 .
Co-requisites: RSTN 2000 and RSTN 2200 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2232 - Applied Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology II
A case-based study of the pathophysiology of common disorders affecting the cardiopulmonary system that emphasizes diagnosis and treatment in the clinical setting.
Prerequisites: BIO 105 , BIO 106 , RSTN 2000 , RSTN 2200 and RSTN 2231 .
Co-requisites: RSTN 2230 .
2 lecture hours per week.
2 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2250 - Principles of Ventilatory
Support lectures, demonstrations, and lab exercises covering the physiologic principles and clinical procedures used to provide both invasive and noninvasive artificial ventilatory support to adults, children and infants. Topics include: respiratory failure, airway management, physics and physiology of ventilatory support, initiating and adjusting ventilatory support, managing and monitoring the patient in respiratory failure, and discontinuing ventilator support.
Prerequisites: RSTN 2100 and RSTN 2189 .
Co-requisite: RSTN 2289 .
3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week.
5 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have seen accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2289 - Clinical Practice II
This clinical is designed to build on the skills which the student has developed during Clinical Practice I. The student will develop proficiency in skills relating to Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, Core Concepts procedures and Critical Care Rotation.
Prerequisites: RSTN 2100 and RSTN 2189 .
Co-requisite: RSTN 2250 .
6 clinical hours per week.
2 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2340 - Patient Management Critical Care
An in-depth study of the clinical management of the cardiopulmonary patient in the critical care setting, emphasizing specialized respiratory assessment, advanced ventilatory management techniques, basic interpretation of the chest film, hemodynamic monitoring, electrocardiograph interpretation, and the effects of cardiopulmonary disorders on the other major body systems.
Prerequisites: RSTN 2250 and RSTN 2289 .
Co-requisite: RSTN 2389 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2355 - Pediatric/Neonatal Respiratory Care
The course provides an in-depth analysis of pediatric and neonatal disorders requiring respiratory care intervention, including assessment techniques and applicable therapies and protocols.
Prerequisites: RSTN 2100 and RSTN 2189 .
Co-requisites: RSTN 2250 and RSTN 2289 .
2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2370 - Long Term, Home and Rehabilitative Care
An analysis of the goals and methods underlying provision of respiratory care in non-acute settings. Includes standards and regulations governing non-acute respiratory care, team planning, patient selection, program design and provision and documentation of various clinical services in the home and in long-term care and rehabilitation facilities. Includes cost, reimbursement and ethical issues.
Prerequisites: RSTN 2232 and RSTN 2230 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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RSTN 2389 - Clinical Practice III
The course provides supervised experience in both acute care and alternative settings, with an emphasis on developing the skills necessary to function independently. Experiences include cardiopulmonary diagnostics, critical care of the adult, infant and child; and long-term, home and rehabilitative care.
Prerequisites: RSTN 2250 , RSTN 2255 and RSTN 2289 .
Co-requisites: RSTN 2340 .
18 clinical hours per week.
3 credit hours
This course is only available to students who have been accepted into a Rutgers SHRP program. For the most current course description visit http://coursecatalog.shrp.rutgers.edu/
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SOC 101 - Principles of Sociology
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is an introduction to the foundation of the scientific study of human social life, to theories and methods of Sociology, and to such basic concepts as culture, society, social organization, social stratification, and social change.
Prerequisites: ENG 096 , if required.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 102 - Social Problems
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is an analysis of basic social problems, their causes and effects on society at large, and deviant behavior and social disorganization as exemplified by mental disorders, crime, drug abuse, sexual deviance, and suicide. Policies to deal with social problems are discussed.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 103 - Gender, Culture and Society
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
Gender, Culture and Society is for students who are interested in the ways that biology and society’s expectations of males and females influence how people act. This course examines how popular culture, biology, history, the media, social institutions, and other factors such as race and class influence the way we experience gender.
Prerequisites: ENG 096 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 203 - International Social Problems
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This is an intermediate course designed to follow the introductory course in Sociology and to enable the student to view from a theoretical and practical perspective social phenomena which international communities view as deviant or problematic. This course will examine a number of socially relevant topics including, approaches to criminal justice, the educational system, social welfare, and social policy on drugs, alcohol, and health care. Students will examine these and other social problems as they are manifested in international societies compared to how these problems are addressed in the United States. A short fieldwork/travel experience to a country outside of the United States is required for completion of this course.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 204 - Women and Social Change
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
In this course students will learn about women’s roles and lives in different cultures; the history of women’s movements and activism; and terminology and controversial issues concerning research in the field of women’s studies. Women and Social Change is a course either for students who are majoring in Women’s Studies, or for those who want a general overview of the academic study of women’s issues.
Prerequisites: SOC 101 or SOC 103 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 206 - Minorities in American Life
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is a sociological investigation of the history and present status of minority-majority relations in American society, focusing upon ethnic, racial and religious minorities. Special attention is given to such issues as the origin of prejudice and discrimination and the tensions and conflicts inherent in inter-group relations. Possible resolutions are discussed.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 207 - Social Inequality
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course examines the concepts of race, gender and social class and how they are manifested in social life. A number of socially relevant topics will be discussed including social class and power, racism, sexism and discrimination. In addition, class-based and gender-based social policy will also be examined. Possible resolutions to these and other issues are also explored.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 209 - Introduction to Social Policy and Welfare
This course provides an overview of the development of and social policies for social welfare and assistance in the United States and abroad. A number of socially relevant topics will be discussed, including types of social welfare systems, public attitudes about social welfare policies, intersections of race, class and gender in social policy. In addition, there is discussion about the social work profession and private and non-profit sector social agencies.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 213 - (PSY 213) Social Research Methods
This course explores the application of scientific methods to the study of human behavior and social interaction. The relationship between theory and research is examined. Students develop skills in understanding and using such techniques as case studies, surveys, experiments, participant observation, testing, and basic statistical devices to analyze data.
Prerequisites: PSY 101 or SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 219 - Gender and Work
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course explores how gender, race/ethnicity, and social class shape work. It offers students a guide to occupational development and helps students think critically about work in the past, the present, and the future. This course is taken as a diversity elective and an elective for the Psychology, Sociology and Social Services programs.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SOC 273 - Marriage and the Family
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course uses sociological perspectives to examine the diversity of families and explore the changing marriage patterns in contemporary society. The goal of the course is to help students develop a sound base for a successful marriage and healthy family.
Prerequisite: SOC 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 101 - Beginning Spanish I
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course includes development of the fundamentals skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Listening practice is available. Media are incorporated into the classroom experience and web-based materials are a required part of the course. Not open to native Spanish speakers.
Prerequisite: ENG 096 , if required.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 102 - Beginning Spanish II
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is a continuation of SPA 101 . Media are incorporated into the classroom experience, and web-based materials are a required part of the course. Not open to native Spanish speakers.
Prerequisite: SPA 101 or two years high school Spanish.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 105 - Conversational Spanish I
This course offers development of ability to communicate orally in Spanish. Students who wish to take SPA 105 must have completed two years of high school Spanish or SPA 102 , or must have the permission of the instructor. Fulfills one semester of the foreign language requirement. Not open to native Spanish speakers.
Prerequisite: ENG 096 , if required.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 106 - Conversational Spanish II
This course is a continuation of SPA 105 . Not open to native Spanish speakers.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 109 - Spanish Grammar and Composition for Hispanics
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course includes study of peculiar grammatical and syntactical problems that confront native Spanish speakers. Topics include spelling, accentuation, theme writing. Those who take this course are normally required to complete the language requirement (if any) by taking SPA 112 course or higher. This course fulfills one semester of the foreign language requirement or can be taken for elective credit.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 111 - Intermediate Spanish I
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course provides review of fundamental skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Media are incorporated into the classroom experience and web-based materials are a required part of the course.
Prerequisite: SPA 101 , SPA 102 or 3 years high school Spanish.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 112 - Intermediate Spanish II
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is a continuation of SPA 111 or 3 years of high school Spanish. Media are incorporated into the classroom experience and web-based materials are a required part of the course.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 113 - Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare Personnel
This course introduces essential medical vocabulary and intermediate conversational skills in Spanish. Via a communicative approach it will recreate everyday situations encountered in work settings such as doctor’s offices, hospitals and emergency rooms. Multimedia and Web-based content will be used to develop and reinforce the ability to read, write, speak and listen in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPA 102 , three years high school Spanish or native ability in Spanish.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 115 - Spain: Its Culture and its People (Foreign Study)
This course offers a comprehensive survey of Spanish culture and civilization including geographical, historical, social, and economic factors. This course is offered in conjunction with a trip to Spain and fulfills one semester of the Spanish Modern Language requirement or may be taken as a free elective.
3 credit hours
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SPA 116 - Civilization of Latin American Countries (Foreign Study)
This course offers an introduction to Hispanic life and civilization. This course is offered in conjunction with a trip to Latin America and fulfills one semester of the Spanish Modern Language requirement or may be taken as a free elective.
3 credit hours
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SPA 121 - Advanced Spanish I
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course provides further development of skills in reading, composition and conversation.
Prerequisite: SPA 112 , or its equivalent.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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SPA 122 - Advanced Spanish II
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
This course is a continuation of SPA 121 .
Prerequisite: SPA 121 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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BSM 101 - Introduction to Sport Management
This course is an overview of sport management and presents both the theoretical foundations and the subsequent application of sport management principles. Topics include the history of sport management, management, marketing, financial concepts in sports, legal and ethical issues in sports, youth sports, college sports, professional sports, international sports, sports agency, broadcasting, facility and event management and careers in sport management.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours.
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BSM 110 - The Evolution of American Sports
This course explores the evolution of American sports from the early Puritan mistrust of sporting events through the performance enhancing drug scandals of the present day. A strong emphasis is placed on the relationship between sport, society, and culture. The course also explores the rise of intercollegiate sports, the rise of women’s sports, professional and amateur sports in the age of television, and the quest for equity in sports.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours.
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BSM 205 - Sports in Society
This course offers a global, issues-oriented approach to sports. The emphasis is on sports and sport-related actions as they occur in social and cultural contexts. Topics include the influence sports have on children and young adults, violence, gender, social class, age and ability, media, politics, and race and ethnicity.
Prerequisite: BSM 101 and ENG 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours.
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BSM 210 - Sport & Law
This course examines legal issues affecting the safe development and delivery of sport and physical activity programs. Major topics include equal opportunity legislation, tort liability, product liability, participant liability, and the legal rights and obligations of supervisors and participants. In addition, the course examines the laws and regulations which govern the business of sport and sport organizations.
Prerequisites: BSM 101 , ENG 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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BSM 220 - Current Issues in Sports
This course offers a comprehensive study of current issues in sports. A strong emphasis will be placed on current economic issues confronting sports at every level. Issues will be explored in light of cultural and social contexts. Topics include performance enhancing drug us in all levels of sport, the modern sports facility pricing out the ordinary fan, corporations taking over the Olympics, the influence of corporations on what sports are produced and televised, the influence of money on college sports, the winning at all costs mentality, the challenges for women’s professional sports leagues, media influences on sports, new media technology and its impact on sports, fantasy sports, and the significant issues of youth sports.
Prerequisites: BSM 101 , ENG 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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Translating |
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TRN 101 - Introduction to Written Translation
A general, introductory course that covers the theoretical and practical aspects of translating written text from one written language into another. Students learn what skills and knowledge are needed to become professional translators. They perform translations on a variety of documents. The emphasis is on translation into written English from any other written language although practice and feedback are given in the opposite direction as well.
Prerequisites: Completion of all developmental English and ESL requirements of the College. This is an online course.
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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Urban Studies |
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URS 101 - Introduction to Urban Studies
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement.
The course examines the variety of issues faced by the nation’s cities. It explores the historical development of the city, the city-suburban relationship, regional patterns, and recent developments which impact on the cities, as well as those institutions and processes which particularly affect the nation’s cities.
Prerequisites: ENG 096 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours
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