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ADN 127 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family
This course is a continued development of the nurse as a professional. The nursing process is used as it relates to the childbearing family with well-defined nursing diagnoses. A holistic approach is used to assist the student to deliver family-centered care to the childbearing family with both normal and abnormal conditions.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 123 and ADN 124 and ADN 125 and ADN 125L
2 credits = 2 lecture
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ADN 127L - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family - Clinical Skills
The clinical component of this course emphasizes the role of the student in providing direct care to the diverse childbearing family in the acute care and community setting. The role of the nurse as communicator, teacher, manager and member of the profession is continued.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 123 and ADN 124 and ADN 125 and ADN 125L
1.5 credits plus 3 contact hours = 4.5 laboratory
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ADN 129 - Nursing Care of the Adult
This course is a continued development of the student as a professional. The nursing process is used as it relates to the medical surgical adult client with well-defined diagnoses. A holistic approach is used to educate the student on the psychological and physiological care of the diverse adult client.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 125 and ADN 125L
3 credits = 3 lecture
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ADN 129L - Nursing Care of the Adult - Clinical Skills
The clinical component emphasizes the role of the student in providing direct client care. The role of nurse as communicator, teacher, manager and member of the profession is continued.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 125 and ADN 125L
3.25 credits plus 6.5 contact hours = 9.75 laboratory
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ADN 201 - Essentials of Adult Nursing Care
This course is an introduction to nursing as a profession for qualified health care providers and LPNs. The nursing process is introduced as it relates to nursing practice, and as applied to the adult client in a structured environment. The role of the student nurse as provider of direct care, communicator, teacher, manager and member of the profession is emphasized. Offered winter semester only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Transition ADN Program
5.5 credits = 5.5 lecture
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ADN 201L - Essentials of Adult Nursing Care - Clinical Skills
The clinical component introduces the student to the principles and practice of clinical nursing skills using nursing process in the laboratory and clinical setting. The clinical component of this course emphasizes the role of the transition student as direct care provider, communicator, teacher, and as a member of the nursing profession. Offered winter semester only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission Transition ADN Program
4.7 credits plus 9.3 contact hours = 14 laboratory
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ADN 203 - Nursing Process and Health Assessment
This course will expand on basic adult assessment skills. This course includes interviewing skills, obtaining a health history, physical exam techniques, diagnostic reasoning, and documentation of findings.
Prerequisite(s): Pre-transition (LPN/HCP) student, licensed RN, or permission of instructor
2 credits plus 1 contact hour = 1.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory
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ADN 223 - Advanced Nursing Care of the Adult
This course is a continued development of the student as a professional. The nursing process is used as it relates to the medical surgical adult client with well-defined diagnoses. A holistic approach is used to assist the student to deliver care to the adult client.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 129 and ADN 129L
3 credits = 3 lecture
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ADN 223L - Advanced Nursing Care of the Adult - Clinical Skills
The clinical component emphasizes the role of the student in providing direct client care. The role of the nurse as communicator, teacher, manager and member of the profession is continued.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 129 and ADN 129L
3 credits plus 6 contact hours = 9 laboratory
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ADN 226 - Mental Health Nursing Care
This course continues to develop the student as a communicator by teaching the therapeutic use of self in nursing practice. The nursing process is used as it relates to adult clients with well-defined mental health nursing diagnoses. Principles of holistic health are considered, focusing on behaviors, stress, crisis and coping. Ethical/legal issues unique to mental health situations are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ADN program
2 credits = 2 lecture
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ADN 226L - Mental Health Nursing Care - Clinical Skills
The nursing process is used to help adult clients to achieve personal goals in mental health settings. The clinical component emphasizes the role of the student in providing direct client care for actual and potential mental health problems. The role of nurse as communicator, teacher, manager and member of the profession is continued.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ADN program
1.5 credits plus 3 contact hours = 4.5 laboratory
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ADN 227 - Nursing Care of Children
This course continues the development of the student as a professional. The nursing process is used as it relates to the child and family with well-defined nursing diagnoses. A holistic approach is used to assist the student to deliver family-centered care to the pediatric client.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 223 and ADN 223L and ADN 226 and ADN 226L
2 credits = 2 lecture
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ADN 227L - Nursing Care of Children - Clinical Skills
The clinical component of this course emphasizes the role of the student in providing direct care to the child and family in a variety of settings. The role of nurse as communicator, teacher, manager and member of the profession is continued.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 223 and ADN 223L and ADN 226 and ADN 226L
1.5 credits plus 3 contact hours = 4.5 laboratory
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ADN 228 - Nursing Leadership
This course is designed to continue the development of the student as a RN and a leader. Emphasis is placed on the skills required for managing care of a group of clients at the beginning RN graduate level. The principles of critical thinking are applied to guide the student in legal and ethical decision making.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 223 and ADN 223L and ADN 226 and ADN 226L
2 credits = 2 lecture
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ADN 228L - Nursing Leadership - Clinical Skills
Clinical experiences focus on the integration of prior learning as a direct care provider, communicator, and teacher. Emphasis is placed on leadership and management principles; professional responsibilities; and legal and ethical accountability.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 223 and ADN 223L and ADN 226 and ADN 226L
2.5 credits plus 5 contact hours = 7.5 laboratory
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ADN 233 - Nursing Transition and Care of the Adult II
This course is a continued development of the student as a professional. The nursing process continues to be introduced as it relates to the evidence based nursing practice, and as applied to the diverse adult client in a holistic environment. A holistic approach is used to educate the student on the psychological and physiological care of the diverse adult client. This course is presented in two sections (theory and clinical).
Prerequisite(s): ADN 201 and ADN 201L
6 credits = 6 lecture
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ADN 233L - Nursing Transition and Care of the Adult II - Clinical Skills
The clinical component of this course emphasizes the role of the student in providing direct client care in a holistic environment using the nursing process. The clinical component of this course, emphasizes the role of the registered nurse as a direct care manager, communicator, teacher, and member of the profession are continued.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 201 and ADN 201L
2 credits plus 4 contact hours = 6 laboratory
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ADN 234 - Nursing Transition: Maternal/Child
This course is a continued development of the transition student as a professional. The nursing process is used as it relates to the newborn, child, maternity client and family with well-defined nursing diagnoses. A holistic approach is used to assist the student to deliver family-centered care.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 201 and ADN 201L
3 credits = 3 lecture
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ADN 234L - Nursing Transition: Maternal/Child - Clinical Skills
The clinical component of this course emphasizes the role of the transition student in providing family-centered care in a variety of settings. The role of the nurse as communicator, teacher, manager and member of the profession is continued.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 201 and ADN 201L
1.5 credits plus 3 contact hours = 4.5 laboratory
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ADN 235 - Nursing Transition: Leadership
This course is designed to continue the development of the transition student as a RN and leader. Emphasis is placed on the skills required for managing care of a group of clients at the beginning RN graduate level. The principles of critical thinking are applied to guide the student with legal and ethical decision making.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 233 , ADN 233L , ADN 234 , and ADN 234L
2 credits = 2 lecture
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ADN 235L - Nursing Transition: Leadership - Clinical Skills
Clinical experiences focus on the integration of prior learning as a direct care provider, communicator, and teacher. Emphasis is placed on the transition to the RN role regarding leadership and management principles; professional responsibilities; and legal and ethical accountability.
Prerequisite(s): ADN 233 , ADN 233L , ADN 234 , and ADN 234L
2.3 credits plus 4.7 contact hours = 7 laboratory
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ADN 236 - Nursing Care of the Older Adult
This course continues to develop the nurse as a professional by building on the holistic concepts relative to the diverse older adult taught in previous nursing courses. Principles of holistic health are considered with particular focus on the diversity of health care needs of older adults in the community and clinical setting.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ADN program
1 credit = 1 lecture
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Paramedic |
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PARA 110 - Paramedic Prepatory
Overview of Paramedicine, ethics of patient care management, and laws and policies of emergency service are covered, including patient family response to emergency care, verbal and non-verbal behaviors and communications related to delivery of emergency medical services.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 160
Corequisite(s): BIO 160 , PARA 120 , PARA 135 , PARA 140 , PARA 150 , PARA 155 , and PARA 240
2 credits = 2 lecture
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PARA 120 - Paramedicine Fundamentals
This class introduces pre-hospital basic pharmacology for the paramedic, including the administration of pre-hospital medications and their drug therapies. Students will learn drug actions on the body and its organs, safe pre-hospital medication administration, along with safe and proper venous access.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of an EMT Program
Corequisite(s): PARA 110 , PARA 135 , PARA 140 , PARA 150 , PARA 155 , and PARA 240
1 credit = 1 lecture
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PARA 135 - Airway Management
This course will focus on airway anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology to be able to assess and manage the airways of patients. This course will introduce both basic and advance airway management.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of an EMT Program
Corequisite(s): PARA 110 , PARA 120 , PARA 140 , PARA 150 , PARA 155 , and PARA 240
2 credits = 2 lecture
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PARA 140 - Patient Assessment for the Paramedic
The paramedic student will learn to perform a thorough exam on any medical or trauma patient in order to make sound clinical decisions during treatment of the patient.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of an EMT Program
Corequisite(s): PARA 110 , PARA 120 , PARA 135 , PARA 150 , PARA 155 , and PARA 240
2 credits = 2 lecture
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PARA 150 - Medical Considerations
In this course, students will learn the theory and practice of the diagnosis of disease process as the basis for effective initial emergency management. Topics to be included: toxicology, gastroenterology, neurology, endocrinology, pulmonary, urology/nephrology, immunology, hematology, infectious disease, psychiatric and behavioral disorders.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of an EMT Program
Corequisite(s): PARA 110 , PARA 120 , PARA 135 , PARA 140 , PARA 155 , and PARA 240
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PARA 155 - Paramedic Skills Lab I
In this course students will learn the practical applications of skills discussed during the first semester of course work. Skills will include IV access, medication administration, medical patient assessment and airway management. Students will work toward completion of skills lab requirements set forth in the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic Portfolio and the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) Appendix G as approved by the advisory committee.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of an EMT Program
Corequisite(s): PARA 110 , PARA 120 , PARA 135 , PARA 140 , PARA 150 , and PARA 240
3 credits plus 2 contact hours = 5 laboratory
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PARA 165 - Cardiology
This course will focus on cardiac anatomy, physiology, arrhythmias and medications associated with cardiac emergencies. At the end of this course, the paramedic student will have the knowledge to pass the American Heart Association’s Advanced cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course.
Prerequisite(s): PARA 240
Corequisite(s): PARA 210 , PARA 220 , PARA 230 , PARA 235 , and PARA 241
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PARA 210 - Overview of Traumatic Injuries
The student will have the basis for practice of the diagnosis and treatment of the trauma emergency by recognizing deformity, bruising, movement, and discoloration.
Prerequisite(s): PARA 240
Corequisite(s): PARA 165 , PARA 220 , PARA 230 , PARA 235 , and PARA 241
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PARA 220 - Treating Special Populations
This course will provide studies in theory and practice of the diagnosis and treatment of medical emergencies with special populations, with emphasis on the pathophysiology of disease process as the basis for effective initial emergency management. Interventions with chronic care, mentally challenged, abuse, and assault patients and other special populations will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): PARA 240
Corequisite(s): PARA 165 , PARA 210 , PARA 230 , PARA 235 , and PARA 241
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PARA 230 - Overview of Field Operations
Student will become proficient in operations of medical scenes. They will be able to mitigate a mass casualty incident, set up decontamination during a hazardous materials incident, and implement proper procedures for evidence preservation at a crime scene.
Prerequisite(s): PARA 240
Corequisite(s): PARA 165 , PARA 210 , PARA 220 , PARA 235 , and PARA 241
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PARA 235 - Paramedic Skills Lab II
In this course students will learn the practical applications of skills discussed during the second semester of course work. Skills will include management of the trauma patient, the special populations patient and the cardiovascular patient. Students will complete all skills lab requirements set forth in the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic Portfolio and the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) Appendix G as approved by the advisory committee.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 160 and PARA 240
Corequisite(s): PARA 165 , PARA 210 , PARA 220 , PARA 230 , and PARA 241
1 credit plus 2 contact hours = 3 laboratory
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PARA 240 - Paramedic Clinical Rotation I
Coordination of advanced paramedic training within the hospital setting, to include the opportunity to engage in patient assessments during traumatic and other medical emergencies.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of an EMT Program
Corequisite(s): PARA 110 , PARA 120 , PARA 135 , PARA 140 , PARA 150 , and PARA 155
1 credit = 1 laboratory
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PARA 241 - Paramedic Clinical Rotation II
Coordination of advanced paramedic training within the hospital setting, the opportunity for students to direct and engage in emergency intervention during traumatic and other medical emergencies. Interventions to include venous access, medication administration, assessment and treatment plans of various patients.
Prerequisite(s): PARA 240
Corequisite(s): PARA 165 , PARA 210 , PARA 220 , PARA 230 , and PARA 235
1 credit = 1 laboratory
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PARA 242 - Paramedic Clinical Rotation III
Coordination of advanced paramedic training within the hospital setting, the opportunity to direct and engage in emergency intervention during traumatic and other medical emergencies.
Prerequisite(s): PARA 241
Corequisite(s): PARA 250
2 credits = 2 laboratory
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PARA 250 - Paramedic Field Internship
Coordination of advanced paramedic training with an Advanced Life Support Ambulance allows students the opportunity to direct and engage in emergency intervention during traumatic and medical emergencies.
Prerequisite(s): PARA 241
Corequisite(s): PARA 242
4 credits = 4 laboratory
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Philosophy |
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PHL 150 - Introduction to Ethics and Public Policy
This introductory course begins by examining the classical moral theories, such as Utilitarianism, Deontology, and Virtue Theory, followed by conceptions of social justice (Libertarianism, Contractualism, Egalitarianism). Through case studies, students will analyze and diagnose moral problems in public policies and suggest morally informed policy prescriptions. Special attention will be paid to Urban Planning.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PHL 168 - Philosophy of Food
This course examines some of the philosophical issues surrounding food. Food lies at the intersection of a number of philosophical questions. What is food? Should we be vegetarians? Do animals have rights? Who produces our food? What are the social, political, and environmental consequences of food?
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PHL 210 - Introduction to Philosophy
This course is organized with a “problems” approach to show how, through the ages, philosophers have dealt with such recurring problems as those of knowledge, morality, freedom, justice and the nature of the universe and a human’s place in it. The object of the course is to sharpen the student’s ability to evaluate ideas and broaden the student’s world view.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PHL 213 - Ethics
This course examines selected topics from classical and contemporary ethics. Topics include theories of right and wrong actions, challenges to ethics, meta-ethics, ethics in society, justice, rights, personhood and the meaning of life. This course is designed to help students develop their abilities to read, analyze and evaluate philosophical literature, think critically and analytically about ethical issues, and express their own ethical positions.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PHL 215 - Introduction to Logic
This course is a non-mathematical introduction to the basic principles of reasoning and symbolic logic. The course covers both deductive and inductive inferences, and gives attention to informal fallacies, sentential logic and syllogistic reasoning. Additional topics may include quantification, and issues in computation and the Philosophy of Mind. The object of the course is to make the student more alert to fallacious arguments and able to determine if argument forms are valid.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PHL 220 - Philosophy of Religion
The course focuses on traditional arguments for and against theism, or the belief in God. Topics will include arguments for and against the existence of God including the ontological, cosmological, design arguments and evolution. The problem of evil will be examined, along with the responses that evil is due to man’s “free-will” and that a “greater good” comes from the existence of evil and suffering. The course will consider the nature of, rationality of, and justifications for religious belief, including Pascal’s Wager, miracles, religious testimony, language, and experience. In addition, students will examine if morality is determined by God and whether life would be meaningless, if God did not exist.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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Physical Education |
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PE 107 - Stress Management and Neuromuscular Relaxation
This course focuses on the effect of stress on health and various methods/strategies for reducing stress in a person’s life. The course will include scientific principles of neuromuscular relaxation practices and low-intensity exercises. Topics will include progressive relaxation, autogenic training, meditation, yoga and other relaxation interventions. Lecture, discussion and practice sessions will be used.
NOTE: This course is also offered as HE 107 . Students may register for HE 107 or PE 107 but not for both.
Prerequisite(s): None
2 credits = 1 lecture, 1 laboratory
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PE 124 - Golf
This is a basic course to develop the skills and knowledge of golf. The course includes the fundamentals of golf, plus etiquette, rules and language of the game. This course is designed for any skill level. This is a once-a-year offering.
Prerequisite(s): None
1 credit , plus 1 contact hour = 2 laboratory
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PE 128 - Weight Training
The course will entail a study of the structure and function of the muscular system and development of such through the use of weight resistance training.
Prerequisite(s): None
1 credit , plus 1 contact hour = 1 lecture , 1 laboratory
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PE 129 - Physical Conditioning
This course is designed for students desiring an aggressive, advanced approach to physical fitness. Pre-and post-fitness testing is combined with skill and technique in improving levels of cardiovascular function, strength, flexibility, endurance and power.
Prerequisite(s): None
1 credit , plus 1 contact hour = 2 laboratory
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PE 133 - Fitness Walking
This course is designed to help students improve their level of fitness through vigorous walking. Each student will develop a personalized, healthy life style plan which integrates exercise, diet and stress management.
Prerequisite(s): None
1 credit , plus 1 contact hour = 2 laboratory
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PE 141 - Personal Health
This course is designed to develop attitudes, skills and habits favorable to healthful living. The mental, physical and social aspects of individual and community health are stressed.
NOTE: This course is also offered as HE 141 . Students may register for HE 141 or PE 141 but not both.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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Physical Science |
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PHS 101 - Foundation of the Physical Sciences
This course is designed to provide the student with a solid background in both the principles and the historical development of astronomy, physics, chemistry and meteorology. Experiments correlate closely with lecture and emphasize observation, data collection, and the interpretation and effective communication of information. Prospective teachers and others interested in learning more about their physical world may find this course to be of value.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 075 or appropriate placement by college assessment or ACT
4 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 3 lecture , 2 laboratory
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Physics |
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PHY 110 - Introduction to Physics
This is an introduction to the concepts, theories and principles of physics emphasizing the logical structure and general applicability of the science. Topics will be selected from the general areas of mechanics, wave phenomena, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, nuclear, atomic, and relativity. Laboratory activities involving the above topics will provide the student with practical experiences for their immediate and long-term goals.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 075 or appropriate placement by college assessment or ACT
4 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 3 lecture , 2 laboratory
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PHY 115 - Introduction to Engineering
This course will familiarize students with the various branches of the engineering profession, the ethics and responsibilities of the professional engineer, and the skills and techniques necessary for the successful completion of an undergraduate engineering curriculum. The course includes the use of computer graphics and computer-based mathematics.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, MTH 113 , and successful completion of ETG 180 .
3 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 2 lecture , 2 laboratory
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PHY 121 - College Physics I
This is a non-calculus introductory course for students needing a general background in physics. The course includes the study of motion, forces, momentum, energy, fluid statics and dynamics, wave motion, acoustics, temperature, heat and thermodynamics. Offered fall semester only.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 112 , or appropriate placement by college assessment or ACT score
5 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 4 lecture , 2 laboratory
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PHY 122 - College Physics II
This course includes the study of electricity, circuit theory, magnetism, radiation, geometric optics, interference, spectra, atomic structure and radioactivity. Offered winter semester only.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of PHY 121 or division consent
5 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 4 lecture , 2 laboratory
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PHY 130 - Physics for Technology Students
This course is a one-semester introduction to the principles of physics essential for students in post-secondary technology programs.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 110 and MTH 111 or MTH 112
5 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 4 lecture , 2 laboratory
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PHY 221 - Mechanics, Heat and Sound
This is an introductory course for students intending to major in a physical science or engineering. The course includes the study of motion, forces, momentum, energy, fluid statics and dynamics, wave motion, acoustics, temperature, heat and thermodynamics. Students should be concurrently enrolled in MTH 215 or a higher math course. Offered fall semester only.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 114
5 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 4 lecture , 2 laboratory
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PHY 222 - Electricity, Light and Modern Physics
This course includes the study of static electricity, circuit theory, magnetism, radiation, geometric optics, interference, spectra, atomic structure, radioactivity and nuclear structure. Offered winter semester only.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of PHY 221 or division consent
5 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 4 lecture , 2 laboratory
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PHY 231 - Statics
This course is for students intending to major in civil or mechanical engineering, and includes the study of systems of forces, equilibrium, centroids, and an analysis of structures, friction and moments of inertia. This course may transfer as engineering credit. Offered winter semester only.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 221 and MTH 215
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PHY 232 - Introduction to Electric Circuits
This is a basic course to develop in students the skills, background and understanding necessary for using and designing electrical circuits in the fields of electrical, mechanical, industrial and computer engineering. Topics covered include electrical quantities and waveforms, Kirchhoff’s laws, Electrical Networks, Nodal and Mesh analysis, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, Sinusoidal Steady State responses, Filters, the Laplace Transform, Three Phase AS Power, and Boolean/combinational logic circuits as well as sequential circuits.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 215 and PHY 122 or PHY 222
3 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 2 lecture , 2 laboratory
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Political Science |
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PS 101 - Introduction to Political Science
Institutions and principles of government utilizing the American experience at the national, state and local levels are examined. This course also includes a study of international organizations and global interrelationships.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PS 101H - Honors Introduction to Political Science
The course content consists of the concepts covered in the PS 101 Introduction to Political Science, with an emphasis on more in-depth reading, analysis and writing about the topics of Political Science.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PS 220 - State and Local Government
Students will study and analyze governmental structure, political processes and public policy at the state and local levels with emphasis on the experience in Michigan relative to the similarities and differences to both the national government and other states. Discussion of global and national policy impact on state and local entities will also be explored.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PS 230 - Introduction to International Relations
This course provides an analysis of contemporary world politics with particular emphasis on the development and growth of nations and their struggle for power.
Prerequisite(s): None
3 credits = 3 lecture
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Practical Nursing |
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PN 115 - Dynamics of Human Relations
This course will introduce the practical nursing student to the theories and concepts of human development and behavior across the life span. The focus will be on self-concept, stress and adaptation, communication, group process, mental health, chemical dependency, crisis intervention and psychosocial changes that take place throughout the lifespan. Nursing process and theories form the foundation to provide for caring nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN Program
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PN 120 - Nutritional Concepts
This is a basic course designed to introduce the concepts of nutrition influencing health and well-being. This course will enable the practical nursing student to understand dietary modification necessary to maintain and restore health throughout the life span, in various cultures. This is an introductory course designed for the nursing student based on the fundamentals of nutrition. The content emphasizes the positive correlation between nutrition and health status throughout the life span, in various cultures.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN Program
1.5 credits = 1.5 lecture
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PN 130 - Introduction to Nursing Concepts
This course is an introduction to nursing concepts related to the care and caring of the individual patient. A holistic approach using the nursing process is emphasized as the foundation of nursing practice. This course focuses on the acquisition of basic nursing skills and fundamental theories. The role of the direct care provider, communicator, teacher, manager and member of the nursing profession are presented.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PN Program
5 credits = 5 lecture
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PN 130L - Introduction to Nursing Concepts Clinical
The clinical component of Introduction to Nursing Concepts provides an opportunity for the student to develop basic nursing skills in laboratory and clinical settings.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PN Program
4.5 credits , plus 9 contact hours = 13.5 laboratory
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PN 140 - Pharmacology for Practical Nurses I
This course is an introduction to the use of pharmaceutical agents in nursing. Concepts include the methods and principles of pharmacology, the classification of drugs and drug administration using the Nursing Process. Drug classifications presented are drugs affecting the autonomic nervous system, cardiovascular system, blood components and blood coagulation and the kidney and body fluid composition. The role of the nurse as provider of care is emphasized, along with legal and ethical accountability.
Prerequisite(s): PN 130 and PN 130L
1 credit = 1 lecture
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PN 150 - Adult Nursing I
Development in the art and science of nursing as it relates to the adult medical-surgical patient is the focus of this course. The practical nursing student will use the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. This course integrates previous knowledge with medical-surgical principles.
Prerequisite(s): PN 130 and PN 130L
2.5 credits = 2.5 lecture
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PN 150L - Adult Nursing I Clinical
This course provides an opportunity for the student to care for adult patients in medical-surgical settings using the nursing process and applying concepts of a caring, holistic nursing approach.
Prerequisite(s): PN 130 and PN 130L
3 credits , plus 6 contact hours = 9 laboratory
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PN 160 - Maternal/Newborn Nursing
This course provides an opportunity for the student to study culturally sensitive family-centered, maternal and newborn health using the nursing process. It includes reproduction, gestation, pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum and the newborn infant. The focus is on normal, deviations or complications in each area, and related nursing care.
Prerequisite(s): PN 130 and PN 130L
2 credits = 2 lecture
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PN 160L - Maternal/Newborn Nursing -Clinical
This course provides an opportunity for the student to use the nursing process in applying maternal and newborn health concepts of nursing to the patient.
Prerequisite(s): PN 130 and PN 130L
0.3 credits , plus 0.6 contact hours = 0.9 laboratory
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PN 165 - Child-Adolescent Nursing
This course will present concepts of health and illness from birth throughout adolescence. Human developmental theories are applied to the nursing process as it relates to the care of the child, adolescent and family.
Prerequisite(s): PN 130 and PN 130L
2 credits = 2 lecture
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PN 165L - Child-Adolescent Nursing -Clinical
The clinical component of Child-Adolescent Nursing provides an opportunity for the student to develop skills in the nursing care of the child-adolescent and family.
Prerequisite(s): PN 130 and PN 130L
0.3 credits , plus 0.6 contact hours = 0.9 laboratory
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PN 170 - Pharmacology for Practical Nurses II
This course is a continuation of PN 140 in the use of pharmaceutical agents in nursing. Concepts include the methods and principles of pharmacology, the classification of drugs and drug administration using the nursing process. Drug classifications presented are: drugs affecting the endocrine system, gastrointestinal system, nervous system and respiratory system in addition to drug therapy in infection and cancer. The role of the nurse as provider of care is emphasized, along with legal and ethical accountability.
Prerequisite(s): PN 140 , PN 150 , and PN 150L
1.5 credits = 1.5 lecture
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PN 185 - Contemporary Practical Nursing
This course focuses on preparation for entry into practice and the professional role of the practical nurse within the health care system. Theoretical concepts of leadership and management are introduced.
Prerequisite(s): PN 150 and PN 150L
2 credits = 2 lecture
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PN 190 - Adult Nursing II
Continued development in the art and science of nursing as it relates to the adult medical-surgical patient is the focus of this course. The practical nursing student will use the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. This course integrates previous knowledge with medical-surgical principles.
Prerequisite(s): PN 150 and PN 150L
5 credits = 5 lecture
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PN 190L - Adult Nursing II Clinical
This course provides an opportunity for the student to care for adult patients in medical-surgical and extended care settings using the nursing process and applying concepts of a caring, holistic nursing approach.
Prerequisite(s): PN 150 and PN 150L
2.5 credits , plus 5 contact hours = 7.5 laboratory
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PSY 170 - Psychology of Effective Learning
This course is intended for students who wish to improve their skills and strategies for learning and memory. The topics covered include an introduction to cognitive science; the comprehension of both oral and written material; attention; memory and memory retrieval; strategies for improving memory; problem solving; creativity; learning styles; techniques for motivation; test anxiety; and styles for self-management, including learning how to set and achieve study goals; learning more with less time and effort, increasing test taking abilities, and improving attitudes toward learning. The course provides students with techniques to reduce psychological and social stressors that can interfere with successful learning. Regardless of the area of concentration or the career, the skills and concepts learned in this course will be useful in learning throughout a college career and in life after college.
Prerequisite(s): None
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 180 - Introduction to Psychology
This course is an introduction to the scientific study and explanation of human behavior. It surveys topics such as the biological basis of behavior, development, consciousness and its alterations, sensation, perception, cognition, emotion, motivation, learning, intelligence, personality, abnormal behavior and treatment. The role of theory, research findings, and practical applications in psychology are covered.
Prerequisite(s): None. Although no prerequisite exists, PSY 180 students are strongly encouraged to wait until their second semester or until they have completed 12 semester hours.
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 180H - Honors Introduction to Psychology
Psychology 180H is an honors introductory psychology course designed to actively engage the students in their understanding and application of the approaches, methods and findings in psychology. A wide range of topics is addressed including perception, learning, memory, consciousness, thinking, emotional life, and individual differences in intelligence, aptitude, and personality. Discussion includes theory and the relation to daily life and understanding cultural variations and influences on perceptions of normal and abnormal behavior.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program.
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 210 - Child Psychology
This course examines the application of psychological principles and research to the understanding of the behavior of children from the prenatal through later childhood periods. This course surveys biosocial, cognitive, and psychosocial development in the period prior to adolescence. The course is not recommended for students who have taken PSY 220 .
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PSY 215 - Adolescent Psychology
This course examines the adolescent from biological, cognitive and psychosocial perspectives. Normal processes of adolescence, such as self-identity, puberty, moral development, sexual behavior and mature modes of thinking and reasoning are covered. Close attention is given to special problems of adolescence, including teen suicide, adolescent pregnancy, delinquency and eating disorders. The course is not recommended for students who have taken PSY 220 or PSY 225 . This course is a once-a-year offering.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PSY 220 - Life Span Developmental Psychology
This course is a survey of the psychology of human growth and development from conception to death. The typical and atypical physical, cognitive and social development is covered for each stage of life. Evaluation and application of theories by Freud, Piaget, Erikson, Kohlberg and Maslow are integrated throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 225 - Adolescent and Adult Psychology
This course is a survey of the psychology of human growth and development from adolescence through adulthood. It is designed for students who have completed a course in child psychology and wish to study the remainder of the lifespan. The course begins at mid-semester and is open on a limited basis to students who have completed child psychology, but is not open to students who have taken PSY 220 .
Prerequisite(s): PSY 210
2 credits = 2 lecture (second half of semester)
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PSY 230 - Psychology of Effective Leadership and Supervision
The majority of this course will focus on a sub-area of Organizational Psychology and focuses on performance management and improvement techniques that are based on the principles of behavioral psychology. Environmental change strategies are emphasized. While the course focuses on behavioral applications in the work environment, other theoretical orientations are surveyed. Topics include employee motivation, identifying performance targets worthy of change, developing measurement systems and tracking performance, behavior and performance analysis, behavior change strategies, evaluation of organizational impact, the effects of compensation practices on employee behavior, and leadership.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180 or BUS 155
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 235 - Social Psychology: A Psychological Perspective
This course introduces students to social psychology from the psychological perspective. Social psycology is the scientific study of the nature and causes of human social behavior, emotion and cognition. This course will cover a range of topics including: how the traits and/or personality of an individual interact with the social environment, social inference, schemas, attributions, conformity and obedience, altruism, emotion, stereotypes and prejudice, interpersonal attraction, aggression, attitudes, persuasion and social facilitation. This course will also use social psychology research and knowledge to understand historical and current human situations.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 240 - The Psychology of Adjustment and Mental Health
This course emphasizes what is currently known about mental health and effective coping mechanisms. The application of psychological principles to healthy intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships are covered. This course is a once-a-year offering.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180
3 credits = 3 lecture
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PSY 260 - Abnormal Psychology
This course studies abnormal or maladaptive behavior - its causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention. Major theoretical and research perspectives are covered in a survey of the major categories of mental disorders.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 280 - Human Sexuality
Human Sexuality is designed to introduce students to the biological, psychological and social factors that regulate their sexuality. Part of the course deals with the anatomical, physiological and genetic determinants of sexuality, including the sexual anatomy of men and women, hormonal regulation of sexual function, fertilization, pregnancy, birth, conception control and sexually-transmitted diseases. The course also emphasizes psychological, behavioral and social factors that influence sexuality, including the examination of human sexual behavior, sexual response, orgasm, psychosexual development, variant sexual behavior, sexual ethics and the genesis of sex roles. The course is recommended for, but not limited to, students considering the helping professions.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 180
4 credits = 4 lecture
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PSY 290 - Research Design in Behavorial Sciences
This course explores and compares the diverse methods used to research in psychology and behavioral sciences. Students will learn how investigators design and conduct studies, analyze and interpret data, and share results with professionals in the field. This course aims to train students to become better consumers of research and introduce them to the presentation and writing style associated with scientific study. Students will gain an understanding of the writing and publication format of the American Psychology Association.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 AND PSY 180
Corequisite(s): None
4 credits = 4 lecture
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RAD 101 - Introduction to Radiologic Technology
This course contains a complete introduction to radiologic technology, providing the student with information regarding the profession as well as cognitive information to ensure safe clinical practice. Radiation safety and infection control will be discussed along with social and legal constraints placed upon the healthcare professional. Radiology professional organizations will be recognized. This course will give students knowledge on the methods of meeting the patient’s physical needs during a radiographic exam. Patient care situations unique to the radiology department will be discussed. The role of the technologist will be discussed with concern to patient teaching and making the patient as comfortable as possible to ensure a successful examination.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Radiologic Technology program
3.75 credits = 3.75 lecture
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RAD 102 - Patient Care
This course is a continued progression in learning for development of the student as a radiographer professional. This course provides instruction in pharmacology and drug administration for the medical imaging professional. The student will review anatomy and physiology of the various systems of the body imaged. Acute situations of patients, contrast radiography examinations, bedside radiography and special imaging modalities also will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 101
3 credits = 3 lecture
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RAD 110 - Radiographic Positioning I
This course incorporates an introduction to radiographic terminology and preliminary steps in radiography. The student is provided with a thorough understanding of upper extremity, lower extremity, thoracic, vertebral, and pelvic skeletal and body structures and their anatomic relationships. This course involves the study of radiographic positions of the chest and abdomen.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Radiologic Technology program
2.25 credits = 2.25 lecture
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RAD 111 - Radiographic Positioning II
This course is designed to provide instruction in radiographic examinations of the upper extremity, shoulder girdle, lower extremity, pelvis, vertebral column and thorax. Positioning skills, patient care, radiation protection and film critique will be emphasized. This course includes a lab for practice of positioning skills.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 110
4 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 3 lecture , 2 laboratory
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RAD 112 - Radiographic Positioning III
This course is designed to provide instruction in contrast radiographic examinations, mammography, pediatric and geriatric imaging. Composition, use and effects of contrast media on the human body are discussed. Positioning skills, patient care, radiation protection and film critique will be emphasized. This course includes a lab for practice of positioning skills.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 111
3.75 credits , plus .75 contact hours = 3 lecture , 1.5 laboratory
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RAD 113 - Radiographic Positioning IV
This course is designed to provide instruction in radiographic examinations of the skull. The student is provided with a thorough understanding of skeletal structures of the skull and their anatomic relationships. Positioning skills, patient care, radiation protection and film critique will be emphasized. This course includes a lab for practice of positioning skills.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 112
1 credit , plus .5 contact hours = 1 lecture , .5 laboratory
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RAD 120 - Radiographic Imaging I
This course provides an in depth analysis of image formation, construction and function of film, intensifying screens, cassettes, film processors, darkroom chemistry, film sensitometry, X-ray equipment and radiographic equipment accessories. This course will cover the factors that affect the photographic properties of the radiographic image. Visibility of detail, contrast, density and geometric properties of the radiographic image will be discussed along with manipulation of exposure factors and how it affects the resultant radiographic image.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 101
2.5 credits = 2.5 lecture
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RAD 121 - Radiographic Imaging II
In this course the student will become familiar with radiographic principles and conversion formulas. Emphasis is placed on the following conversion formulas: reciprocity law, inverse square law, 15% rule, magnification, grid conversions and screen conversions. The student will become familiar with image evaluation and application to radiographic principles, dedicated units and automatic exposure control. This course will also concern itself with atomic structure, physical properties and phenomenon of the universe, as well as properties of electricity and its generation. The student will study the basic X-ray circuitry and equipment function. Topics to be covered are series/parallel circuits, X-ray tubes and single/three phase current generations.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 120
2.5 credits = 2.5 lecture
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RAD 122 - Radiographic Imaging III
This course will give the student the background and practices necessary to minimize radiation exposure to themselves and patients in order to function in the clinical environment. Federal and State Radiation Exposure Standards will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 121
1.5 credits = 1.5 lecture
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