2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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MUS 251 - History of Music I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 400 and above OR
- ACT English and Reading combined score 26 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 4 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 5 above (valid October 2018 forward)
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is the study of music in the Western world from its origins; Greek, Hebrew, Early Christian, plain-song, medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music to the 1770’s. Readings, listening, score study, and listening laboratory assignments are required.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 252 - Music History II - Late Baroque - Romantic Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course focuses on the study of the music in the Western World in the high Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras. Readings, listening, score study and laboratory listening assignments are required.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 253 - History of Music III Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 252 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is the study of music in the contemporary era. Additional units tracing the history of popular music in America and women in music are also included. Readings, listening, score study, and laboratory listening assignments are required. Introduction to music research and a research paper are also included.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 261 - Applied Music Primary III - For Music Majors Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 162 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 105
Description: This applied music study is designed for the student that is majoring in music and who is working to complete the 4-semester applied music sequence.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Consent
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MUS 262 - Applied Music Primary IV - For Music Majors Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 261 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 105
Description: This applied music study is designed for the student that is majoring in music and who is working to complete the 4-semester applied music sequence.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Consent
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MUS 271 - Basic MIDI Sequencing Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EN 101 (C or Higher) and MUS 121 (C or Higher) and MUS 174 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Basic MIDI Sequencing develops introductory skills in MIDI sequencing. The objective of this course is to familiarize the student with the fundamentals and applications of MIDI technology, including sequencing software, MIDI interfaces, virtual instruments, as well as uses unrelated to music.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 272 - Advanced MIDI Sequencing Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 114 (C or Higher) and MUS 122 (C or Higher) and MUS 271 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This hands-on course builds on the skills developed in Basic MIDI Sequencing. Advanced MIDI Sequencing utilizes MIDI technology to develop musical sequencing and arranging skills. Various categories of MIDI arranging covered including, pop, rock and classical. The objective of this course is to integrate musical and technical MIDI skills into the complete, artistic craft of recording technology.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 273 - Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory I Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 114 (C or Higher) and MUS 116 (C or Higher) and MUS 174 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 274 (C or Higher)
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory I develops advanced recording skills utilizing multiple microphone techniques while simultaneously recording multiple instrumentalists. This course also broadens student’s awareness and operation of the different types of mixing consoles used in the industry. The objective of this course is to provide the student with practical hands on experience via recording in stereo, medium sized musical ensembles in digital surround sound. As well, stereo music mixing skills are broadened.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 274 - Advanced Studio Techniques I Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 174 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 273
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques I develops advanced recording skills utilizing multiple microphone techniques while simultaneously recording multiple instrumentalists. Capturing sound using multiple microphones also improves mixing console skills. The objective of this course is to provide the student with practical hands on experience via recording in stereo, medium sized musical ensembles in digital surround sound. As well, stereo music mixing skills will be broadened. In MUS 274, students receive a one hour private lesson each week that will be arranged with the instructor.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 275 - Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 273 (C or Higher) and MUS 274 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 276
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques Laboratory II cultivates multi-track recording skills augmented with soundtrack “lock to picture” post-production. Incorporating recording skills studied in prerequisite semesters, “Radio, Television and Corporate Industrial” production are explored. Theories and practices pertaining to various “end-user” formats are covered. As well, this course enables the student to summarize and incorporate skills and concepts established throughout the entire recording technology curriculum. The objective of this course is to merge various recording technology skills into a single craft.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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MUS 276 - Advanced Studio Techniques II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 273 (C or Higher) and MUS 274 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: MUS 275
Description: Advanced Studio Techniques II cultivates multi-track recording skills augmented with soundtrack “lock to picture” post-production. Incorporating recording skills studied in pre-requisite semesters and ”Radio, Television and Corporate Industrial” production are explored. Theories and practices pertaining to various “end-user” formats are covered. As well, this course enables the student to summarize and incorporate skills and concepts established throughout the entire recording technology curriculum. The objective of this course is to merge various recording technology skills into a single craft.
Course Fee: $350.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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Natural Sciences |
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Nat Sci General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description:
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Nat Sci Lab General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description: Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Geography
Geology
Physics
Physical Science
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Nat Sci Lab/Non Lab General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description: Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Geography
Geology
Physics
Physical Science
Natural Science (non-lab)
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Nat Sci Non Lab General Education - Elective Credit Hours: varies by course
English Prerequisites:
Description: Natural Science (non-lab)
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Neurodiagnostic Technology (NDT) |
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NDT 100 - Neuroanatomy and Physiology Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission to the EEG program
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 101 , NDT 102 , and NDT 120
Description: This course provides an introduction to neuroanatomy and physiology necessary for working in the diverse field of Neurodiagnostics. Students will discuss the structures and functions of the Nervous System. Topics include the Central Nervous System, Peripheral Nervous System, and blood supply.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 101 - Introduction to Neurodiagnostic Procedures Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission to the EEG program
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 100 , NDT 102 , NDT 120
Description: This course provides an introduction to the routine Neurodiagnostic testing procedures performed. Students will discuss the Scope of Practice specific to the Neurodiagnostic Technologist. Topics will include medical terminology, diagnostic procedures, and common neurological disorders.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 102 - EEG Applications Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission to the EEG Program
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 100 , NDT 101 , NDT 120
Description: This course provides the basic skills necessary to accurately measure and apply electrodes. Students will discuss the standards for electrode placement based on the International 10-20 System of Electrode Placement. Topics will include skin preparation, skin safety, and modification techniques.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 120 - EEG Pre-Clinical Preparation Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission to the EEG Program
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 100 , NDT 101 , NDT 102
Description: This course prepares the EEG student for safe participation in clinical education within the neurodiagnostic department. Students will explore and discuss the importance of patient safety, patient assessment, and equipment placement. Students will practice and master various procedures in a scheduled laboratory setting as well as complete online assignments.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 130 - Principles of EEG Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NDT 120
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 131 , NDT 132 , NDT 200 , NDT 201 , NDT 202 , NDT 220
Description: This course explores the history of electroencephalograms (EEG). Students will discuss the use of EEGs in the diagnosis of neurological diseases. Topics will include the national competency standards for performing EEGs, fundamentals of patient care, and HIPPA compliance.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 131 - Principles of Electricity and Electrical Safety Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NDT 100 , NDT 101 , NDT 102 , NDT 120
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 130 , NDT 132 , NDT 200 , NDT 201 , NDT 202 , NDT 220
Description: This course familiarizes the Neurodiagnostic student with the principles of electricity and electrical safety. Students will discuss digital EEG, EEG recordings, and the digital EEG display. Topics will include risks related to current, grounding, and factors contributing to electrical injury.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 132 - EEG Procedures and Pathology I Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NDT 120
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 130 , NDT 131 , NDT 200 , NDT 201 , NDT 202 , and NDT 220
Description: This course explores the normal EEG patterns in adults, during both awake and sleep cycles. Students will discuss the normal EEG variants. Topics will include waveform descriptions and medication effects on the EEG.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 200 - EEG Instrumentation Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Completion of NDT 130, 131 & 132
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 130, 131, 132, 201, 202, 220
Description: This course provides a foundation for EEG instrumentation. Students will discuss the basic requirements of the EEG system. Topics will include amplifier settings, filters, chart speeds, calibration methods, system selections, and post-acquisition setting adjustments.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 201 - EEG Instrumentation II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Completion of NDT 130, 131, and 132
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 130, 131, 132, 200, 202, 220
Description: This course provides the EEG student with the technical skills needed to analyze waveforms and polarity. Students will discuss techniques needed to improve EEG recording quality. Topics will include recording annotations, patient considerations based on specific need, and challenges of performing bedside procedures.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 220 - EEG Clinical Practice I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 16
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NDT 100, 101, 102, and 120
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: Completion of NDT 130, 131, 132, 200, 201, and 202
Description: This is the first in a series of two clinical courses that provide the necessary supervised clinical education needed for the Neurodiagnostic Technology student to competently perform routine procedures and recognize patient considerations that affect diagnosis. Emphasis will be placed on patient safety and comfort while professional values, attitudes, and behaviors are upheld.
This course requires 16 hours of clinical per week.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 221 - EEG Clinical Practice II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 16
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Passing score in NDT 220
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 230, 231, and 232
Description: This is the second in a series of two clinical courses that provide the necessary supervised clinical education needed for the EEG student to competently perform routine procedures and recognize patient considerations that affect diagnosis. Emphasis will be placed on pattern recognition and independent EEG recording while professional values, attitudes, and behaviors are upheld.
Five lessons of this course provide an introduction to other neurodiagnostic modalities.
The course requires 24 hours of on site virtual lab with the program Medical Director.
The course requires 16 hours of clinical per week.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 230 - EEG Procedures and Pathology II Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission to the EEG Program.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 221, 231, and 232
Description: This course provides the EEG student with skills to recognize EEG patterns related to seizures. Students will discuss the International Classification of Seizures and Information. Topics will include seizure classification, treatment, and seizure protocols.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 231 - EEG Procedures and Pathology III Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission to the EEG Program.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 221, 230, and 232
Description: This course provides the EEG student with skills to recognize EEG patterns related to seizures. This course familiarizes the EEG student with the common neurological disorders found on electroencephalogram. Students will discuss the signs and symptoms related to various neurological disorders. Topics will include EEG patterns, diagnostic procedures, and patient considerations.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NDT 232 - EEG Procedures and Pathology IV Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission to the EEG Program.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NDT 221, 230, and 231
Description: This course familiarizes the EEG student with the skills needed to perform procedures on neonates and pediatric patients. The student will discuss the special considerations needed working with neonates and pediatric patients. Topics will include EEG patterns specific to age group, physiological variables, and challenges of working in critical care departments.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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Nursing |
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ADN 110 - Nursing Practice Concepts I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NUR 100 (B- or Higher) and BI 121 (C or Higher) and PY 201 (C or Higher) and EN 101 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: NUR 115 and BI 122
Description: This course introduces individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts. Individual concepts include culture and functional ability. Health & illness concepts include nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, infection, pain, stress & coping, and anxiety. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and safely demonstrate basic nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $300.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 120 - Nursing Practice Concepts II Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 110 (B- or Higher) and NUR 115 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: BI 122
Description: This course builds on previously introduced concepts, and introduces additional individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts. Individual concepts include culture. Health & illness concepts include fluid & electrolyte balance, thermoregulation, glucose regulation, intracranial regulation, reproduction, sexuality, immunity, inflammation, pain, stress and coping, mood and affect, psychosis, addiction, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care in a simulated/lab setting, incorporating the additional concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $27.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 130 - Health Illness Concepts I Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 120 (B- or Higher), BI 121 (C or Higher), and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the geriatric population. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include fluid & electrolyte, nutrition, perfusion, gas exchange, inflammation, infection, pain, and stress & coping, addiction, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the geriatric client while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course contains a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $7.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 135 - Application of Nursing Skills Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 120 (B- or Higher) and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 130 and ADN 140
Description: Students demonstrate safe nursing care in a simulated learning environment incorporating previously learned concepts. Emphasis is placed on communication, care coordination, collaboration, clinical judgment, teamwork and safety.
Course Fee: $12.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 140 - Health Illness Concepts II Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 130 (B- or Higher) and BI 121 (C or Higher) and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 135 and EN 102
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the adult client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include glucose regulation, nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, inflammation, infection, pain, and stress & coping. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the adult client, incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course contains a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $155.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 210 - Family Health Illness Concepts Credit Hours: 7
Contact Hours: 13
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 135 (B- or Higher) and ADN 140 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 215 and PY 232
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the family, as well as individual clients including the infant, child, and childbearing client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include intracranial regulation, nutrition, perfusion, gas exchange, reproduction, sexuality, immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, mood & affect, psychosis, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the infant, child, and childbearing client while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $147.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 215 - Population Health and Education Concepts I Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 130 (B- or Higher), ADN 140 (B- or Higher), and ADN 135 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 210 and ADN 220
Description: This course is designed to further develop concepts of health & illness, and professional nursing considered from the context of a population (with population ranging from a local community to a global perspective). The population/community context serves as a guiding principle related to how the concepts are selected, presented and applied throughout the course fieldwork/service learning. Upon completion, students should be able to identify aspects of a population that impact health/healthcare delivery and develop service learning projects that incorporate the concepts identified in this course.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 220 - Health Illness Concepts III Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 210 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 215
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the client with complex health needs. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health and illness concepts include thermoregulation, elimination, perfusion, immunity, inflammation, infection, pain, and stress & coping and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to clients with complex health needs while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 230 - Health Illness Concepts IV Credit Hours: 7
Contact Hours: 13
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 220 (B- or Higher) and ADN 215 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 235
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on clients with complex/mental health needs. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include fluid & electrolyte balance, intracranial regulation, perfusion, gas exchange, infection, pain, stress & coping, mood & affect, anxiety, psychosis, and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to clients with complex/mental health needs while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $144.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 235 - Population Health and Education Concepts II Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 210 (B- or Higher) and ADN 220 (B- or Higher) and ADN 215 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 230 and ADN 240
Description: This course will build upon service learning projects from ADN 215 and is designed to further develop concepts of health & illness, and professional nursing considered from the context of a population (with population ranging from a local community to a global perspective). The population/community context serves as a guiding principle related to how the concepts are selected, presented and applied through field work/service learning. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care within service learning projects incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes fieldwork/service learning.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ADN 240 - Synthesis of Nursing Concepts Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ADN 230 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 235
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the care of a group of clients. Individual concepts include culture. Health & illness concepts include infection, pain, and stress & coping. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to a group of clients while incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $300.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NUR 100 - Perspectives in Nursing Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 400 and above OR
- ACT English and Reading combined score 26 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 4 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 5 above (valid October 2018 forward)
Math Prerequisites: Eligible for MA 107 or Higher; SAT Math Score of 24.5 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to the role of the nurse in contemporary nursing practice. Content includes historical aspects of nursing, as well as concepts related to current trends in practice, professionalism, and healthcare policies and guidelines.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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NUR 115 - Application of Basic Nursing Skills Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EN 101 (C or Higher) and PY 201 (C or Higher) and NUR 100 (B- or Higher) and [BI 121 (C or Higher) or BI 117 (C or Higher) or GH 125 (C or Higher)]
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: ADN 110 or PN 110
Description: This course is designed to provide students a foundation for the understanding and safe demonstration of nursing skills. Skills include, but are not limited to, obtaining vital signs, medication administration, grooming and hygiene, use of assistive devices, oxygen administration, body positioning and range of motion, sterile technique, and dressing changes. This course takes place in the lab setting.
Course Fee: $35.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 110 - Introduction to Practical Nursing Concepts Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: NUR 100 (B- or Higher) and PY 201 (C or Higher) and EN 101 (C or Higher) and [GH 125 (C or Higher) or BI 117 (C or Higher) or [BI 121 and BI 122 (C or Higher)]]
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts. Individual concepts include culture and functional ability. Health and illness concepts include nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, infection, pain, stress & coping and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and demonstrate safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $378.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 118 - Health Illness Concepts for the Practical Nurse I Credit Hours: 6
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 110 (B- or Higher) and NUR 115 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts as they apply to the adult and geriatric client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include glucose regulation, nutrition, elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, immunity, inflammation, infection, pain, stress & coping, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the geriatric and adult client incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 131 - Family Health Illness Concepts for the Practical Nurse Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 8
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 118 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the family, including infant, child, and childbearing client. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include nutrition, perfusion, gas exchange, reproduction, immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the family, including infant, child, and childbearing client incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $232.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 140 - Health Illness Concepts for the Practical Nurse II Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 9
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 131 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on the client with complex health needs. Individual concepts include functional ability and culture. Health & illness concepts include elimination, perfusion, gas exchange, immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, and addiction. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to the client with complex health needs incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PN 150 - Synthesis of Practical Nursing Concepts Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 8
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PN 140 (B- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to further develop individual, health & illness, and professional nursing & health care concepts with emphasis on managing and caring for groups of clients. Individual concepts include culture. Health & illness concepts include immunity, infection, pain, stress & coping, addiction, and interpersonal violence. Professional nursing & health care concepts include professional identity, clinical judgment, health promotion, communication, collaboration, safety and health care policy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care to a group of clients incorporating the concepts identified in this course. This course includes a clinical lab component.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 102 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course in an introduction to the field of Occupational Therapy. It encompasses the roles of credentialed Occupational Therapist and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, levels of education, philosophy, treatment and skills required for practice. The course includes lectures, learning activities, and observations of Occupational Therapy clinicians in treatment settings. It is open to students interested in exploring the field of Occupational Therapy. This class is a required prerequisite for admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 105 - Documentation in Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 102 (C or Higher) and BI 121 (C or Higher) and BI 122 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 108
Description: This course provides an introduction to the documentation process for occupational therapy assistants with an emphasis on developing skills for clinical practice to meet professional standards and reimbursement guidelines. Additional topics include clinical reasoning skills, role delineation in documentation, use of professional terminology, and ethical and legal considerations related to the medical record. Electronic medical records and their characteristics and use are also addressed.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 108 - Therapeutic Intervention I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 105
Description: This course is an introduction to disabling conditions, purposeful activities, and treatment specific to the geriatric population. Students learn skills of planning, teaching and analyzing activities, documentation and delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 109 - Therapeutic Intervention II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 105 (C or Higher) and OT 108 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 110 , CD 118
Description: This course is for students in the OTA program. This class focuses on specialized Occupational Therapy activities and their application to the treatment of children. Topics include self-care, play-leisure activities, evaluation of developmental, gross/fine and sensory motor areas, use of mobility aids, hand treatment, physical agent modalities and splint fabrication.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 110 - Disabling Conditions Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: [OT 102 and OT 105 and OT 108 and BI 121 and BI 122 and PY 201 (all C or Higher)]
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 109 and PY 231
Description: In this course students identify the definition, etiology, symptoms, systems, prognosis, precautions, medical treatment, and Occupational Therapy treatment of selected disabling conditions. Emphasis is on specific Occupational Therapy treatment techniques and activities.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 208 - Therapeutic Interventions III Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 105 (C or Higher) and OT 108 (C or Higher) and OT 109 (C or Higher) and OT 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 214 , OT 215 , OT 220 , OT 224
Description: This course is a correlation between activities and Occupational Therapy treatment of the adult population. Topics include assessment, treatment planning, activity analysis, service management, assistive technology, work rehabilitation and adaptive equipment.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 214 - Kinesiology in Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in the following courses: OT 102 and OT 105 and OT 108 and OT 110 and BI 121 and BI 122 and GH 110
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 208 and OT 220 and OT 224
Description: This course is an investigation of structural anatomy, biomechanical principles, and human movement in the context of activity. Clinical applications focus on Occupational Therapy assessment, intervention and documentation in the areas of range of motion, muscle strength, posture, body mechanics, mobility and balance, therapeutic exercise, positioning, bed mobility, and transfers.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 215 - Supplemental Practice Skills for Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: OT 109 (C or Higher) and OT 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course offers in-depth practical training in current and emerging areas of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions. Written assignments which support the use of these interventions within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice are required. This course is intended to supplement student knowledge and skills.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 220 - Fieldwork I Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OT 224
Description: This course is an introductory Occupational Therapy fieldwork experience which exposes students to the disabled client/patient. Content consists of limited service delivery including observation, client interviews, activity analysis, and intervention in a variety of practice settings. Forty-five (45) hours of arranged fieldwork engagement are completed across three modules. These experiences include a combination of simulation, virtual or telehealth and in person components. Student must successfully complete OT 224 in order to successfully complete OT 220. CPR training, required immunizations, and background checks are all required prior to enrolling in this course.
Course Fee: $117.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 224 - Fieldwork Integration I Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with an opportunity for guided exchange of information related to their OTA field experiences. Discussion centers on observations, ethics, treatment techniques, professional discipline, and activity analysis. Students must successfully complete OT 220 to successfully complete OT 224.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 230 - Fieldwork II Credit Hours: 10
Contact Hours: 35
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course requires a fieldwork experience in two different treatment settings supervised by an OTR and/or a COTA. The focus is on application of acquired knowledge of Occupational Therapy. Students perform duties and treatment identified in the performance objectives at each treatment setting. Two 8-week full time experiences are included. Students must successfully complete OT 235 in order to successfully complete OT 230. Must be CPR certified prior to enrolling in this course.
Course Fee: $35.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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OT 235 - Fieldwork Integration II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with an opportunity for guided exchange of information related to students field experiences. The course focuses on professional writing, quality assurance, reimbursement, scope of practice, occupational therapy techniques, job seeking skills, and exposure to professional organizations. Students must successfully complete OT 230 to successfully complete OT 235.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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Philosophy |
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PL Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: None
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PL 201 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course includes a consideration of some basic problems of philosophy, rationalistic and scientific knowledge, the mind and body, the nature of humanity and self-identity, and values in human conduct from the point of view of historical and contemporary schools of philosophy. It employs a historical overview and analysis of the important philosophical trends in metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics as they have developed within the western tradition. Students should bring to the course developed skills in reading and writing.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 202 - Introduction to Logic Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to help the students to distinguish good/correct reasoning from bad/incorrect reasoning, learn to analyze fallacies, and use methods and principles developed by logicians to evaluate deductive and inductive arguments.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 205 - Introduction to Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Why should I be moral? What is the right thing to do? This course helps students to understand different approaches to ethics in the history of moral philosophy and gain an overview of contemporary moral issues. After completing this course, the students will be better equipped to make moral judgments, choose to do the right things, and live a virtuous life.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 206 - Biomedical Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course emphasizes on both helping the students to understand the ethical theories and using the moral framework acquired in this course to determine the social and moral obligations in the wake of recent scientific, technological, and social developments. The students will have the opportunity to discuss ethical dilemmas today’s society is facing in general, and the fundamental moral issues related to science, technology, and medicine in particular. Also, the students will learn to articulate their own moral positions by writing about the basic moral and social issues confronting all of us in society today.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 207 - Contemporary Moral Choices Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Today we are constantly facing challenges related to social, political, and personal ethics. This course helps the students to understand different moral theories and principles, identify the contemporary moral issues, and evaluate moral choices available. After completing this course, the students will be better equipped to deal with the challenges in morality.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PL 209 - Business Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students will examine ethical aspects of business norms and practices. Students will address issues and questions concentrating on how moral standards apply particularly to businesses, institutions, and behaviors. Recommended Skills: Students should bring to the course developed skills in reading and writing.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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PO Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: None
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 101 - Photography I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course explores and introduces photography as a creative art form. Students learn how to use a digital camera and industry standard software to discover new ways for making pictures. Students are introduced to different photographic approaches through demonstrations, practical projects, and hands-on editing in our state-of-the-art digital lab. A digital camera with manual controls and Interchangeable lens is required for this course.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 102 - Photography II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 101 (C- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course reinforces the basic understanding of camera functions, exposure and digital workflow that were taught in PO 101, Photography I, with further investigation into the technical and creative practices of photography. Students learn all aspects involved in the creation of high quality exhibition-ready prints by using professional inkjet printing systems. On-camera portable flash units are used to introduce lighting techniques and methods of artificial lighting. A fully adjustable digital camera with interchangeable lens (DSLR or Mirroless), capable of shooting in RAW format is required.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 105 - History of Photography as Art Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is a mediated lecture course that studies the history of photography as an art form, since its inception in 1839. Special emphasis is on photography’s contribution to past visual arts and social history, as well as to contemporary art. Topics include the lives and works of the key photographers, the historical processes (both silver and alternative), and the basic categories.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 106 - Digital Imaging I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed for students who possess good knowledge of photographic foundations. It provides students with the tools to manipulate and enhance digital photographic images with Adobe Photoshop. Students create original and contemporary photographic imagery through exploration of the latest digital image processing techniques.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 126 - Darkroom Black and White Photography Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This class teaches students the traditional, chemistry-based photographic darkroom process. 35mm and other film cameras are used. Students learn the archival nature of the medium and practice exposure, development, and printing to create expressive, analog photographic images.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 220 - Experimental Analog Photography Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 126 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This class expands students’ skills in the chemistry-based darkroom environment. Students are introduced to the large format 4x5 View Camera, medium format, and other format cameras. Additionally, they investigate experimental and nontraditional applications of black-and-white imaging materials and processes.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 230 - Digital Imaging II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 106 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course emphasizes the individual creative voice, skill development, and how to work independently to create a cohesive body of work ready for portfolio reviews and exhibition opportunities. Course goals are achieved through use of advanced digital technologies, fine art inkjet printing, online self-publishing tools, social media networks, and lectures on contemporary photographic art.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 245 - Studio Lighting Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces the use of artificial lights in the studio setting and on location. With continuous lights and strobe units, studio equipment, lighting theory, and techniques, students explore several topics to create a portfolio of photographs.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 260 - Introduction to Video Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 102 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces video concepts and techniques by using a DSLR or Mirrorless camera. Students explore new ways of creating and presenting video work in the photography world.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PO 262 - Video II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PO 260 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed for students who already possess the basic knowledge of video practices in photography. It is intended to provide exploration of advanced tools and to introduce students to concepts and practices that they will encounter while working as video artists in the professional environment. Aesthetic outcomes will be achieved through concept development and work flow practices that make high quality video art possible.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PC 101 - General Physical Science Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is a physical science survey course. Topics include the concepts of matter and energy, the conservation laws, measurement, physical, chemical, and nuclear changes, the periodic table, bonding, electricity, magnetism, heat, and light. Real world contexts are used as a basis for understanding the course content.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Sciences
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PC 141 - Science of Sound Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 98 , MA 99 , MA 105 , MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 124 , MA 127 , MA 129 , MA 131 , MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 245 , MA 255 , MA 257 or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a survey of the nature of sound, and the relationship between perceived quantities (pitch, loudness, etc.) and measurable quantities (frequency, amplitude, etc.). The major emphasis is on room acoustics, including recording studios, home listening rooms and auditoriums.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PH 111 - Physics of Everyday Life Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a study of physics as it relates to everyday life. This course is designed as a laboratory science course for non-science majors. Topics include motion, forces, water, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism and light. The course is especially suitable for students pursuing careers in elementary education or criminal justice, and anyone interested in a brisk physics survey. Recommended Skills: Basic high school algebra skills, similar to MA 98 , are strongly recommended for those enrolling in this course.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Science
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PH 115 - Technical Physics Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 (C or Higher) or MA 107 (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a survey of the fundamental principles of physics. Topics include mechanics, heat, sound and light, and other physical properties of matter. Emphasis is placed on technical applications rather than the theoretical origins of the laws of physics.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Science
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PH 125 - College Physics I Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is the first semester of a basic algebra/trig non-calculus course sequence in General Physics for non-Physical Science majors. It includes the study of motion and energy from the point of view of forces and conservation principles. The math skills consistent with high school Algebra 2 will be used repeatedly throughout the course. Basic trigonometry will be defined first and then used often in problem solving.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Sciences
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PH 126 - College Physics II Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PH 125 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is the second semester of a basic algebra/trig non-calculus course sequence in general physics for non-physical science majors. It includes the study of waves, electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and topics in modern physics. Much of the focus of the electromagnetism portion of the class is on understanding electronic circuits and their components. As with Physics 125, the prerequisite course for Physics 126, this course uses math in problem solving, including the math skills consistent with high school Algebra 2 and basic trigonometry throughout the semester.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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PH 245 - Calculus Physics I Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 133 (C or Higher) OR MA 134 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 400 and above OR
- ACT English and Reading combined score 26 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 4 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 5 above (valid October 2018 forward)
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: PH 245 is the first part of a two-semester course sequence. Topics including vectors, kinematics, classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, oscillations, and thermodynamics are taught through both lecture and laboratory based experiences.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Sciences
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PH 246 - Calculus Physics II Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PH 245 (C or Higher) and MA 134 (C- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: PH 246 is the second semester of a two-semester sequence of calculus-based physics. Introduces electromagnetic waves, the nature of light and geometric optics. Topics include electric charge and fields, electric potential, electric current circuits, magnetic forces and fields, electromagnetic induction, and alternating current circuits.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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Police Academy |
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POL 100 - Wellness and Tactics I Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides an overview of the role of wellness and fitness in the job of a law enforcement officer. Students learn that in order to be a healthy police officer, one must have a healthy mind, body, and soul. To this end, the topics of health and wellness are combined with tactical communications, the mechanics of arrest, and application of subject control. This course is the first of a two course sequence.
Course Fee: $118.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 101 - Firearms Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to lethal police weaponry and the policies, tactics and liabilities of their use. Students learn basic fundamentals of shooting at various distances with a handgun, patrol rifle and shotgun. Students are required to qualify with these weapons on a police range. Students become proficient in basic marksmanship using a handgun and a shotgun and in utilizing close quarter combat techniques.
Course Fee: $340.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 102 - Emergency Vehicle Operations Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn the techniques used in police precision and pursuit driving. Field driving and practice of learned techniques are emphasized. This class also has an emphasis on legalities, policies and procedures.
Course Fee: $200.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 103 - Tactical First Aid Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to first aid. However, the certifications in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator ( AED) are prerequisites for the MCOLES basic training first aid objectives. The course covers tactical emergency casualty care, care for environmental emergencies, care for medical emergencies, and practical first aid exercises.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 104 - Substantive Criminal Law Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to laws regarding crimes against persons, property, contraband, regulatory crimes, and public order crimes. In order to gain an understanding of how the criminal justice system is built upon constitutional law, students learn about laws of evidence and juvenile law.
Course Fee: $500.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 105 - Criminal Procedures Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn the laws and procedures for arresting and charging suspects. Topics include laws of admissions and confessions; laws of arrest; laws of search warrants; laws on warrantless searches; laws of suspect identification, court functions, and civil law; and laws regarding domestic violence.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 106 - Patrol Procedures I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn preparation for patrol, radio and telephone communications, administration procedures, ethics in policing, laws pertaining to civil rights and human relations, cultural awareness and diversity, interpersonal skills, dealing with civil disputes and discussing the different types of patrols. Responding to crimes in progress and dealing with persons with mental disorders is also covered.
Course Fee: $75.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 107 - Criminal Investigations I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn the investigative techniques associated with criminal investigations. Practical procedures involved in interrogation, arrest, preliminary investigations, witness interviewing, suspect identification procedures, crime scene search, recording the crime scene, collection of preservation of evidence, processing property and dealing with juveniles and their families.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 108 - Introduction to Traffic Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to the principles and practice of traffic enforcement and control. Students are engaged in a detailed examination of Michigan motor vehicle law, driver licensing and driving liability.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 109 - Accident Investigations and OWI Laws Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course covers the principles and practices of traffic crash reporting and investigation. Students learn how to measure and sketch crash scenes, collect evidence and interview witnesses in the field. Students learn OWI laws and Standardized Field Sobriety testing.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 110 - Report Writing Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides skill development and instruction in writing for criminal justice. Students learn how to create field notes, computer generated reports, narrative reports, case summaries, and professional correspondence.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 200 - Wellness and Tactics II Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 7
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is the second course in the Wellness and Tactics two-course sequence. It continues the overview of the role of wellness and fitness in the job of a law enforcement officer. Students continue to learn that in order to be a healthy police officer, one must have a healthy mind, body, and soul. To this end, the topics of health and wellness are combined with the application of subject control, mechanics of arrest, police tactical techniques, and scenarios.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 206 - Patrol Procedures II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn types of police patrol, preparation for patrol area checks, how to deal with juvenile offenders, civil disorder, domestic violence, tactical operations, and how to handle hazardous materials and explosive devices.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 207 - Criminal Investigations II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course students are introduced to the science of criminal investigation. They become familiar with the examination of scientific methods used in the search, collection, and processing of crime scene data. Practical exercises in fingerprinting and crime scene investigation, recording and sketching the scene are also performed. Specific kinds of crimes such as homicide, auto theft, sexual assault, child abuse/neglect, narcotics, prisoner care and treatment, and suspect identification processes are explored.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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