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2019-2020 Online Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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The course number system is:
000-099 Institutional Credit. (Does not meet graduation requirements and will not transfer to four-year colleges.)
100-199 Freshman Courses
200-299 Sophomore Courses
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PHI - Philosophy |
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PHI 206 - History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This course is a study of the major figures and movements in Western thought from the early Greeks to the end of the Middle Ages. The central part of the course is devoted to Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, and Thomas Aquinas. Selected works are read and analyzed.
Prerequisites: HIS 101 , HIS 102
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHI 207 - History of Modern Philosophy
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This course is a study of the major figures and movements in Western thought from 1600 to the present. The course focuses on the philosophies of Hobbes, Descartes, Hume, and Kant. Selected works are read and analyzed.
Prerequisites: HIS 101 -HIS 102
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHI 209 - Social Justice
This course analyzes the major theories of social justice, focusing on philosophical assumptions and practical applications. Special consideration is given to the problems of political obligation and individual autonomy, the distribution of social goods, sovereignty, political disobedience, the nature of law, and justifications of punishment.
Prerequisite: ENG 097
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHI 210 - Ethics
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This course focuses on both ethical theory and applied ethics as classical and contemporary ethical theories are examined and a variety of ethical issues and dilemmas are considered. This course can serve as either a General elective or a Humanities elective.
Prerequisite: ENG 101
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHI 212 - Logic and Critical Thinking
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This course explores the elements of sound reasoning, including the nature of arguments and various forms of reasoning. Students will examine rhetorical devices as well as informal and formal fallacies. Examples of fallacious reasoning will be drawn from politics, advertising, business, morality, and religion. The course is designed to enhance students’ critical thinking and promote success in academic inquiry across the disciplines.
Prerequisite: ENG 101
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHY - Physics |
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PHY 101 - General Physics I
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This is a general education, algebra-based, general physics course. It is the first in a two-course sequence. This course covers the following basic concepts: measurement, composition and resolution of forces, force systems, kinematics of a particle, dynamics of a particle, systems of forces, rotational motion, work, energy and power, momentum, and the mechanics of fluids.
Prerequisite: MAT 143
Co-requisite: PHYL 111
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHY 102 - General Physics II
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This physics course is the second part of a general education, algebra-based, multi-semester sequence. This course covers the basic concepts of temperature and heat, thermal expansion, heat transfer, ideal gas laws, the elastic properties of solids and liquids, thermodynamics, wave motion, stationary waves, sound waves, acoustics, light and illumination, reflection, refraction, thin lenses, optical instruments, physical optics, electrostatics, capacitance, electric circuits, power, magnetism, induced E.M.F., inductance, and simple AC circuits.
Prerequisite: PHY 101
Co-requisite: PHYL 102
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHY 111 - Mechanics
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This is a general education, calculus-based physics course. It is the first in a two-course sequence. This course covers the study of classical mechanics including kinematics, projectile and circular motion, friction, work and energy, impulse and momentum, conservation of energy and momentum, static equilibrium, rotational dynamics, and fluids.
Prerequisite: MAT 171
Co-requisite: PHYL 111
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHY 125 - Elements of Physics
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This is a general education lab science course. This course covers the fundamental ideas and concepts of physics in the following topics: measurements and units, motion of bodies, forces, work and energy, momentum, temperature and heat, waves, optics, electricity and magnetism, radiation, and atomic and nuclear physics.
Prerequisite: MAT 119
Co-requisite: PHYL 125
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHY 201 - Electricity and Magnetism
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This physics course is the second part of a calculus-based, multi-semester sequence. The course covers the basic concepts of electrostatics, electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetism, electric and magnetic circuits, induced electromotive forces, fundamental electrical measurements, circuits containing inductance and capacitance, and basic electronics.
Prerequisite: PHY 111
Co-requisites: MAT 271 and PHYL 201
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHY 202 - Optics and Modern Physics
This course is a study of geometrical and physical optics, the ideas of modern physics, radiant energy, relativistic mass-energy, electrons, photons, their interactions, atomic structure, nuclear structure, and reactions.
Prerequisite: PHY 201
Co-requisite: PHYL 202
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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PHYL - Physics Lab |
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PHYL 102 - General Physics II Laboratory
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
Physics laboratory to accompany PHY 102 .
Co-requisite: PHY 102
3 laboratory hours per week
1 credit hour
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PHYL 111 - Mechanics Laboratory
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This physics laboratory course accompanies PHY 101 , General Physics I or PHY 111 , Mechanics. It covers the study of classical mechanics including kinematics, projectile and circular motion, Newton’s laws of motion, friction, work and energy, impulse and momentum, conservation of energy and momentum, static equilibrium, rotational dynamics, and fluids.
Co-requisite: PHY 101 or PHY 111
3 laboratory hours per week
1 credit hour
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PHYL 125 - Elements of Physics Laboratory
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
Physics laboratory to accompany PHY 125 .
Co-requisite: PHY 125
2 laboratory hours per week
1 credit hour
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PHYL 201 - Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory
▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
Physics laboratory to accompany PHY 201 .
Co-requisite: PHY 201
3 laboratory hours per week
1 credit hour
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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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PMD - Paramedic |
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PMD 110 - Paramedic I
This course will focus on an introduction to NJ EMS operational model. Students will gain knowledge in the roles, responsibilities, and regulations which govern the profession. There will be a review of human structure and function that will relate to specific assessment skills and understanding of treatment modalities. Information will be presented on pharmacology, drug dosage calculation and administration, trauma, airway management and cardiology. Techniques for assessment and clinical decision-making will be demonstrated and practiced. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the skills mandated by the US DOT.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 , BIO 105 , BIOL 105 , MAT 113 , and PSY 101
Co-requisite: BIO 106 and BIOL 106
8 lecture and 9 laboratory hours per week
11 credit hours
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PMD 113 - Paramedic Clinical I
This clinical course provides hands-on learning experiences for paramedic students in the hospital clinical setting. Specific clinical areas include interventions for advanced airway management, respiratory care, IV access, and cardiac care. Skills learned and demonstrated in the lab will be applied in the clinical area.
Prerequisites: PMD 110 , BIO 106 , BIOL 106
Minimum 90 total clinical hours
2 credit hours
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PMD 114 - Paramedic Clinical II
This course provides the educational clinical experience required to prepare the student to achieve licensure as a Paramedic. The clinical/field rotations are meant for application of learned theory and patient care skills, while under the direct observation and guidance of a preceptor. Clinical rotations will adhere to the N.J.A.C. 8:412A for required experiences. The majority of the course hours will be completed at an acute care clinical site.
Prerequisite: PMD 110 , PMD 113
135 clinical hours
3 credit hours
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PMD 213 - Paramedic II
This course builds upon the information and clinical lab experiences of PMD 110 . Further information is provided on assessments, interventions, and pharmaceutical agents that are used by paramedics for medical emergencies. Advanced EKG interpretation and age-specific content will be presented, along with disaster management. Lab experiences will reinforce classroom content and serve to demonstrate students’ competency in specific assessment skills and management of emergency situations.
Prerequisites: PMD 110 , PMD 113 , PMD 114
Co-requisite: PMD 214
8 lecture and 9 laboratory hours per week
11 credit hours
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PMD 214 - Paramedic Clinical III
This clinical course provides the educational clinical experience required to prepare the student to achieve certification as a paramedic. Clinical rotations are meant for application of learned theory and patient care skills, while under the direct observation and guidance of a preceptor. Specific clinical areas as outlined by N.J. 8:41A Category II. Skills learned and demonstrated in the lab will be applied in the clinical area.
Prerequisites: PMD 114 , EMT-B, CPR, ACLS, and PALS certification must remain current while enrolled
1 theory credit; minimum 180 total clinical hours
5 credit hours
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PMD 215 - Paramedic Field Internship
This course provides the educational field internship experience required to prepare the student to achieve licensure as a paramedic. The field internship allows the paramedic student to apply learned theory and clinical skills while under the direct observation and guidance of a preceptor. The majority of the course hours will be completed at a New Jersey state licensed paramedic unit. Objectives of this course will adhere to the N.J.A.C. Code 8:41A; Category III/Field Experience. At the conclusion of this course, students will have a terminal competency assessment conducted by the Program Director and Medical Director. Information on pre-hospital life support for the paramedic, and a review for the certification examination will be included.
Prerequisite: PMD 213 , PMD 214
1 theory credit hour; 450 clinical hours
11 credit hours
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PNU - 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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PSRT - 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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PSY - 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.
Prerequisite: ENG 096
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
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
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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PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant |
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PTA 115 - Functional Anatomy
This course is the study of neuro-musculo-skeletal structures with an emphasis on the function of typical human movement. Topics studied will include basic human kinesiology and biomechanics, posture and gait analysis, goniometry and manual muscle testing.
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
2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week
3 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 hours and 9 laboratory hours per week
6 credit hours
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PTA 140 - Physical Therapy Procedures II
This course is a study of pathological processes, assessments, 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 as per the PTA scope of practice.
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
2 lecture hours and 15 clinical hours per week
7 credit hours
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PTA 220 - Physical Therapy Procedures III
This course is the study of pathophysiological processes, medical treatments and appropriate physical therapy procedures for selected neurological conditions commonly seen in physical therapy. Physical therapy treatments will include advanced therapeutic exercises and ADL, modalities, electrotherapy and orthotics in relation to each neurological condition.
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
This course is a study of pathophysiological processes, medical treatments, and appropriate physical therapy procedures for selected medical and pediatric conditions commonly seen in physical therapy. Physical therapy treatments will include advanced therapeutic exercise, ADL, and assistive devices in relation 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
This capstone course is the study of advanced topics in physical therapy education including therapeutic exercise, psychosocial aspects of disability and dying, continuation of total treatment programs for selected conditions, ethical issues 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
2 lecture hours per week
2 credit hours
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PTA 224 - Clinical Practice II
Students will participate in a full time supervised Physical Therapist Assistant clinical experience for 14 weeks. Students must provide their own transportation.
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
12 credit hours
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PTA 251 - Independent Living
This course is the study of barriers that impact people living with disabilities. The course offers the student an opportunity to explore and problem solving the functional limitations of a given disability.
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 - Physical Therapist Assistant Lab |
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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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RADM - 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
This course provides an overview of the biological effects of radiation exposure and 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 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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RNTM - 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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RSP - Respiratory Care |
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RSP 101 - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care
This course provides an orientation to general patient assessment which includes infection control, patient safety, patient interviewing, ethics, communication, record keeping, electronic record management and clinical laboratory studies. In addition, students will be introduced to basic therapeutic concepts and modalities used in respiratory therapy. These concepts are principles of infection control, gas laws and physics, gas exchange, oxygen transport, regulation of breathing, and patient assessment. There is a focus on basic therapeutics including medical gas delivery, humidity & aerosol therapy, and basic respiratory pharmacology. The course also includes a discussion of signs of sudden cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke, and foreign body obstruction.
Prerequisites: MAT 113 , BIO 105 , PSY 101
Co-requisites: ENG 101 , RSP 102 , RSP 110
2 lecture, 3 laboratory, and 6 clinical hours per week
5 credit hours
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RSP 102 - Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology
This course provides an overview of drugs affecting the cardiopulmonary system, including bronchodilators, corticosteroids, anti-infectives (and antibiotics), skeletal muscle relaxants, central nervous system depressants, respiratory stimulants, diuretics and cardiovascular agents.
Prerequisites: MAT 113 , BIO 105 , PSY 101
Co-requisites: ENG 101 , RSP 101 , RSP 110
2 lecture hours per week
2 credit hours
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RSP 110 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
The course is a study of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system as it relates to respiratory care and includes basic anatomy of the pulmonary and cardiac system, physiology of circulation, gas exchange, control of respiration and an overview of the pathophysiology and treatment of common disorders of the cardiopulmonary system. In addition, the course will survey the renal system and its effects on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
Prerequisites: MAT 113 , BIO 105 , PSY 101
Co-requisites: ENG 101 , RSP 101 , RSP 102
2 lecture hours per week
2 credit hours
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RSP 111 - Fundamentals of Respiratory Critical Care
This course builds on the foundation of RSP 101, Fundamentals of Respiratory Care. The course provides knowledge and skills in advanced airway management, arterial blood gas interpretation, sampling techniques, equipment use in analysis, and non-invasive ventilation. The course also provides an introduction to concepts and techniques in invasive ventilation, methods of bronchoscopy and the role of the respiratory therapist in assisting the physician during invasive diagnostic procedures.
Prerequisites: MAT 113 , BIO 105 , PSY 101 , RSP 101 , RSP 102 , RSP 110
Co-requisites: ENG 102 , BIO 106
2 lecture, 6 laboratory, and 12 clinical hours per week
8 credit hours
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RSP 112 - Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology
This course is an introduction to the assessment and pathophysiology of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. Emphasis is on assessment of oxygenation, ventilation and acid base balance. Additional course content includes an introduction to pulmonary pathophysiology emphasizing differences in obstructive and restrictive lung disease.
Prerequisites: ENG 102 , BIO 106 , RSP 111 , RSP 110 , RSP 102 , RSP 101 , ENG 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 105 , MAT 113
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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RSP 201 - Cardiopulmonary Evaluation
This course covers invasive and non-invasive diagnostic and monitoring procedures used in Respiratory Care and Intensive Care Medicine. Additional course content includes indications, techniques, complications and result interpretation of the following diagnostic procedures: chest radiology, electrocardiography, pulmonary function testing, hemodynamic monitoring, arterial blood gas analysis, physical assessment, laboratory testing and mechanical ventilation.
Prerequisites: RSP 112 , RSP 111 , BIO 106 , ENG 102 , RSP 110 , RSP 102 , RSP 101 , ENG 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 105 , MAT 113
Co-requisites: RSP 102 , RSP 210
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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RSP 202 - Adult Critical Care
This course covers the physiologic principles and clinical procedures used in both invasive and noninvasive artificial ventilatory support to adults. Topics discussed in this course include: airway management, respiratory failure, physics and physiology of ventilatory support, initiating and adjusting ventilatory support, managing and monitoring the patient in respiratory failure, and discontinuing ventilatory support.
Prerequisites: RSP 112 , RSP 111 , BIO 106 , ENG 102 , RSP 110 , RSP 102 , RSP 101 , ENG 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 105 , MAT 113
Co-requisites: RSP 201 , RSP 210
2 lecture, 6 laboratory, and 18 clinical hours per week
10 credit hours
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RSP 210 - Long-Term, Home and Rehabilitation Care
This course consists of an analysis of the goals and methods underlying the delivery of respiratory care in non- acute settings. It includes standards and regulations governing non-acute respiratory care, team planning, patient selection, documentation of various clinical services in the home and in long-term care and rehabilitation facilities. Also included in this course are factors in the costs and reimbursement of services and ethical issues arising in the non-acute setting. This course also discusses current issues and trends in respiratory care practice and out-patient education for asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Prerequisites: RSP 112 , RSP 111 , BIO 106 , ENG 102 , RSP 110 , RSP 102 , RSP 101 , ENG 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 105 , MAT 113
Co-requisites: RSP 201 , RSP 202
2 lecture hours per week
2 credit hours
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RSP 211 - Neonatal Pediatric Respiratory Care
RSP 110 This course provides a comprehensive review of pediatric and neonatal respiratory care. Special considerations of respiratory care practice unique to pediatrics and neonatology are discussed, including pediatric anatomy and physiology, fetal development, clinical assessment, oxygen therapy, airway management, mechanical ventilation, resuscitation, cardiopulmonary pathophysiology and disorders specific to this patient population. Content also includes a discussion of ethical and cultural considerations in the care of the child and family.
Prerequisites: RSP 210 , RSP 202 , RSP 201 , RSP 112 , RSP 111 , BIO 106 , ENG 102 , RSP 110 , RSP 102 , RSP 101 , ENG 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 105 , MAT 113
Co-requisites: RSP 212 , RSP 213
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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RSP 212 - Clinical Practice
This clinical practice rotation is designed to provide supervised experiences 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: RSP 210 , RSP 202 , RSP 201 , RSP 112 , RSP 111 , BIO 106 , ENG 102 , RSP 110 , RSP 102 ,RSP 101 , ENG 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 105 , MAT 113
Corequisites: RSP 211 , RSP 213
21 clinical hours per week
7 credit hours
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RSP 213 - Special Topics Respiratory Care
This course is 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. The care of patient and families will be studied with a special emphasis on culture, society and family dynamics in the intensive care environment. Ethics and ethical dilemmas will be explored in relationship to delivery of health care and critical care.
Prerequisites: RSP 210 , RSP 202 , RSP 201 , RSP 112 , RSP 111 , BIO 106 , ENG 102 , RSP 110 , RSP 102 , RSP 101 , ENG 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 105 , MAT 113
Co-requisites: RSP 211 , RSP 212
4 lecture hours per week
4 credit hours
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SCM - Supply Chain Management |
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SCM 101 - Introduction to Supply Chain Management
This course is an introduction to the field of supply chain management and logistics. Topics covered include the roles and functions of purchasing, inventory control, physical distribution, transportation methods, and logistics.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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SCM 105 - Inventory Management
This course is an introduction to the inventory management and control. Topics include: inventory fundamentals, forecasting demands, production systems, outsourcing, and inventory planning trends.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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SCM 110 - Logistics Technology
This course is a study of current technology generally used in supply chain management. Topics include creating spreadsheets, analyzing data and charts, creating databases, navigating tables, forms, queries, and reports.
2 lecture and 2 laboratory hours per week
3 credit hours
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SCM 201 - Transportation Operations
This course is a comprehensive study of transportation as a critical ingredient in supply chain management. Topics include global transportation, risk management, planning/execution, and third party logistics.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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SCM 205 - Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
This course is a study of the demands placed on purchasing and supply chain management. Topics include the ethical, contractual, risk management, sustainability, and legal issues associated with purchasing in supply chain management. Other topics include the influence on supply chain management by information system design, inventory, e-commerce, forecasting, and financial planning.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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SCM 210 - Operations Management
This course is a study of the concepts of operations which is an essential function in every business. Topics covered include: process design, service systems, quality management, ERP, inventory control, and scheduling.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours
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SOC - Sociology |
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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 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.
Prerequisite: ENG 096
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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