2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Nursing |
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NUR 111 - Intro to Health Concepts
Credits: 8
Class: 4 Lab: 6 Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): Local, Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program (A45110)
Corequisite(s): Local, NUR 117 , PSY 150
This course introduces the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including medication administration, assessment, nutrition, ethics, interdisciplinary teams, informatics, evidence-based practice, individual-centered care, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course.
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NUR 112 - Health-Illness Concepts
Credits: 5
Class: 3 Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, NUR 111 ; Local, NUR 117
Corequisite(s): Local, PSY 241 , ENG 111
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of acid-base, metabolism, cellular regulation, oxygenation, infection, stress/coping, health-wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, quality improvement, and informatics. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course.
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NUR 113 - Family Health Concepts
Credits: 5
Class: 3 Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, NUR 111 ; Local, NUR 112 , NUR 114 , NUR 117 , NUR 211
Corequisite(s): Local, ENG 112 , BIO 275
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of oxygenation, sexuality, reproduction, grief/loss, mood/affect, behaviors, development, family, health-wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, and advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course.
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NUR 114 - Holistic Health Concepts
Credits: 5
Class: 3 Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, NUR 111 ; Local, NUR 112 , NUR 117 , NUR 211
Corequisite(s): Local, HUM 115
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, inflammation, sensory perception, stress/coping, mood/affect, cognition, self, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course.
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NUR 117 - Pharmacology
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program (A45110)
Corequisite(s): Local, NUR 111 , PSY 150
This course introduces information concerning sources, effects, legalities, and the safe use of medications as therapeutic agents. Emphasis is placed on nursing responsibility, accountability, pharmacokinetics, routes of medication administration, contraindications and side effects. Upon completion, students should be able to compute dosages and administer medication safely.
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NUR 211 - Health Care Concepts
Credits: 5
Class: 3 Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, NUR 111 ; Local, NUR 112 , NUR 117
Corequisite(s): Local, PSY 241 , ENG 111
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, infection, immunity, mobility, comfort, behaviors, health-wellness-illness, clinical decision-making, caring interventions, managing care, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course.
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NUR 212 - Health System Concepts
Credits: 5
Class: 3 Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, NUR 111 ; Local, NUR 112 , NUR 113 , NUR 114 , NUR 117 , NUR 211
Corequisite(s): Local, ENG 112 , BIO 275
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of grief/loss, violence, health-wellness-illness, collaboration, managing care, safety, advocacy, legal issues, policy, healthcare systems, ethics, accountability, and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course.
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NUR 213 - Complex Health Concepts
Credits: 10
Class: 4 Lab: 3 Clinic: 15
Prerequisite(s): State, NUR 111 ; Local, NUR 112 , NUR 113 , NUR 114 , NUR 211 , NUR 212 , NUR 117 and BIO 275
Corequisite(s): Local, HUM/FINE Arts Elective
This course is designed to assimilate the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of fluid/electrolytes, metabolism, perfusion, mobility, stress/coping, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, managing care, healthcare systems, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide quality, individualized, entry level nursing care.
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NUR 215 - Paramedic/RN Bridge Concepts
Credits: 6
Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): Local, Provisional acceptance into NUR 215 Paramedia/RN Bridge Concepts and completion of ACA 111 or ACA 122 ; BIO 168 , BIO 169 , BIO 275 , ENG 111 , ENG 112 , HUM 115 , one Humanities/Fine Arts Elective, PSY 150 , and PSY 241
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to introduce concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing as the Associate Degree in Emergency Medical Science Paramedic transitions to the nursing role. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including evidenced-based practice, quality improvement, communication, safety, interdisciplinary team, collaboration, clinical decision-making, professional behaviors, informatics, assessment, perfusion, oxygenation, elimination, and cellular regulation. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course.
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Nutrition |
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NUT 110 - Nutrition
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers basic principles of nutrition and their relationship to human health. Topics include meeting nutritional needs of healthy people, menu modification based on special dietary needs, food habits, and contemporary problems associated with nutrition. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic nutritional concepts as they relate to health and well being.
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Office Administration |
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OST 122 - Office Computations
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the keypad touch method using the electronic calculator (10-key) and mathematical functions used in office applications. Topics may include budgets, discounts, purchasing, inventory, and petty cash. Upon completion, students should be able to solve a wide variety of numerical problems commonly encountered in an office setting.
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OST 131 - Keyboarding
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on the touch system, correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy level using the touch system.
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OST 134 - Text Entry & Formatting
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to provide skills needed to increase speed, improve accuracy, and format documents. Topics include letters, memos, tables, and business reports. Upon completion, students should be able to produce documents and key timed writings at speeds commensurate with employability.
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OST 136 - Word Processing
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to introduce word processing concepts and applications. Topics include preparation of a variety of documents and mastery of specialized software functions. Upon completion, students should be able to work effectively in a computerized word processing environment.
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OST 137 - Office Applications I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the concepts and functions of software that meets the changing needs of the community. Emphasis is placed on the terminology and use of software through a hands-on approach. Upon completion, students should be able to use software in a business environment.
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OST 140 - Internet Comm/Research
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides a working knowledge of Internet usage and research for the modern office. Emphasis is placed on using search engines, email, Web sites, Web servers, communication services, and e-business to obtain information vital to the current office environment. Upon completion, students should be able to use the Internet to research any office topics required for employment.
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OST 141 - Med Office Terms I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course uses a language-structure approach to present the terminology and vocabulary that will be encountered in medical office settings. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in approximately one-half of the systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms.
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OST 142 - Med Office Terms II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, OST 141
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of OST 141 and continues the study, using a language-structure approach, of medical office terminology and vocabulary. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in the remaining systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms.
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OST 148 - Med Ins & Billing
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces fundamentals of medical coding, billing, and insurance. Emphasis is placed on the medical billing cycle to include third party payers, coding concepts, and form preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the life cycle of and accurately complete a medical insurance claim.
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OST 149 - Medical Legal Issues
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing healthcare services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior.
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OST 153 - Office Finance Solutions
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Take One: CIS 110, CIS 111 or OST 137
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic bookkeeping concepts. Topics include entering data in accounts payable and receivable, keeping petty cash records, maintaining inventory, reconciling bank statements, running payroll, and generating simple financial reports. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the entry and manipulation of data to provide financial solutions for the office.
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OST 159 - Office Ethics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the complex ethical and legal issues involved in the role of administrative support personnel in a variety of offices. Emphasis is placed on ethics, diversity, morality, and ethical standards of the administrative support professional. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct themselves in an ethical manner appropriate to a variety of offices.
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OST 162 - Executive Terminology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to increase and improve proficiency in word usage. Topics include root words, prefixes, suffixes, homonyms, synonyms, and specialized vocabularies. Upon completion, students should be able to use acquired vocabulary skills in the global workplace.
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OST 164 - Office Editing
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides a comprehensive study of editing skills needed in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, proofreading, and editing. Upon completion, students should be able to use reference materials to compose and edit text.
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OST 181 - Office Procedures
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the skills and procedures needed in today’s office. Topics include effectively interacting with co-workers and the public, processing simple financial and informational documents, and performing functions typical of today’s offices. Upon completion, students should be able to display skills and decision-making abilities essential for functioning in the total office context.
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OST 184 - Records Management
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course includes the creation, maintenance, protection, security, and disposition of records stored in a variety of media forms. Topics include alphabetic, geographic, subject, and numeric filing methods. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and maintain a records management system.
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OST 233 - Office Publications Design
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, OST 136
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides entry-level skills in using software with desktop publishing capabilities. Topics include principles of page layout, desktop publishing terminology and applications, and legal and ethical considerations of software use. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce professional business documents and publications.
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OST 236 - Adv Word/Information Proc
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, OST 136
Corequisite(s): None.
This course develops proficiency in the utilization of advanced word processing functions. Emphasis is placed on advanced word processing features. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a variety of complex business documents.
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OST 243 - Med Office Simulation
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, OST 148
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces medical systems used to process information in the automated office. Topics include traditional and electronic information resources, storing and retrieving information, and the billing cycle. Upon completion, students should be able to use the computer accurately to schedule, bill, update, and make corrections.
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OST 244 - Med Document Production
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, OST 134
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides a hands-on approach in processing medical documents. Emphasis is placed on creating and editing medical documents. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare accurately formatted medical documents.
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OST 247 - Procedure Coding
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, MED 121 or OST 141
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides in-depth coverage of procedural coding. Emphasis is placed on CPT and HCPCS coding systems. Upon completion, students should be able to properly code procedures and services performed in a medical facility.
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OST 248 - Diagnostic Coding
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, MED 121 or OST 141
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an in-depth study of diagnostic coding. Emphasis is placed on ICD coding system. Upon completion, students should be able to properly code diagnoses in a medical facility.
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OST 250 - Long-Term Care Coding
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Take One: MED 121 or OST 141
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers diagnostic coding as it applies to long-term facilities and home care. Topics include diagnostic coding and reimbursement in long-term care facilities and home care. Upon completion, students should be able to properly code conditions for long-term care and home care services.
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OST 260 - Adv Coding Methodologies
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Take All: OST 247 and OST 248
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides advanced instruction in a variety of emergent methodologies in medical coding. Topics include advanced outpatient coding, inpatient coding, risk adjustment coding, online encoder software, Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI), and advanced record abstraction. Upon completion, students should be able to perform advanced coding in a healthcare facility.
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OST 263 - Healthcare Customer Relations
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Take One: OST 148 or HMT 210
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides the soft skills necessary for effective communication and maintaining customer satisfaction in healthcare. Emphasis is placed on the importance of positive attitudes, techniques for handling difficult/angry customers, rephrasing blunt communication for better results, and the communication skills required to discuss topics such as insurance and billing issues with the patient and other medical personnel. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate information in a professional manner.
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OST 280 - Electronic Health Records
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Take One: CIS 110, CIS 111, or OST 137
Corequisite(s): None.
This course focuses on the use of electronic health records in medical documentation and patient management. Emphasis is placed on creating and maintaining patient medical information, scheduling patient appointments, documenting patient encounters, and billing/insurance claim processing. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the required software tasks following a patient visit from start to finish.
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OST 284 - Emerging Technologies
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides opportunities to explore emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed on identifying, researching, and presenting current technological topics for class consideration and discussion. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the importance of keeping abreast of technological changes that affect the office professional.
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OST 286 - Professional Development
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the personal competencies and qualities needed to project a professional image in the office. Topics include interpersonal skills, health lifestyles, appearance, attitude, personal and professional growth, multicultural awareness, and professional etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate these attributes in the classroom, office, and society.
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OST 289 - Office Admin Capstone
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, OST 164 and either OST 134 or OST 136
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to be a capstone course for the office professional and provides a working knowledge of administrative office procedures. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication skills, office software applications, office procedures, ethics, and professional development. Upon completion, students should be able to adapt in an office environment.
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Philosophy |
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PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 111
Corequisite(s): None
This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgements and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on moral thoeries such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply various ehtical theories to moral issues such as abortion, captial punishment, poverty, war, terrorism, the treatment of animals, and issues arising from new technologies. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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Physical Education |
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PED 110 - Fit and Well for Life
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to investigate and apply the basic concepts and principles of lifetime physical fitness and other health-related factors. Emphasis is placed on wellness through the study of nutrition, weight control, stress management, and consumer facts on exercise and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to plan a personal, lifelong fitness program based on individual needs, abilities, and interests. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 111 - Physical Fitness I
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an individualized approach to physical fitness utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness program. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 117 - Weight Training I
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 118 - Weight Training II
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PED 117
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers advanced levels of weight training. Emphasis is placed on meeting individual training goals and addressing weight training needs and interests. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement an individualized advanced weight training program. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 119 - Circuit Training
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the skills necessary to participate in a developmental fitness program. Emphasis is placed on the circuit training method which involves a series of conditioning timed stations arranged for maximum benefit and variety. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate the role of circuit training as a means to develop fitness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 120 - Walking for Fitness
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces fitness through walking. Emphasis is placed on stretching, conditioning exercises, proper clothing, fluid needs, and injury prevention. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in a recreational walking program. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 125 - Self-Defense: Beginning
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to aid students in developing rudimentary skills in self-defense. Emphasis is placed on stances, blocks, punches, and kicks as well as non-physical means of self-defense. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic self-defense techniques of a physical and non-physical nature. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 126 - Self-Defense: Intermediate
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PED 125
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to aid students in building on the techniques and skills developed in PED 125 . Emphasis is placed on the appropriate psychological and physiological responses to various encounters. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate intermediate skills in self-defense stances, blocks, punches, and kick combinations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 142 - Lifetime Sports
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to give an overview of a variety of sports activities. Emphasis is placed on the skills and rules necessary to participate in a variety of lifetime sports. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an awareness of the importance of participating in lifetime sports activities. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 143 - Volleyball-Beginning
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the fundamentals of volleyball. Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, passing, setting, spiking, blocking, and the rules and etiquette of volleyball. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational volleyball. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 144 - Volleyball-Intermediate
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PED 143
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers more advanced volleyball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive volleyball. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 150 - Baseball-Beginning
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the fundamentals of baseball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational baseball. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 151 - Baseball/Intermediate
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PED 150
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers more advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 252 - Officiating/Bsball/Sfball
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the rules and techniques for sports officiating in baseball and softball. Emphasis is placed on officiating fundamentals and responsibilities. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper mechanics and knowledge of officiating procedures in baseball and softball. This course has been approved to transfer under the CAA as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 254 - Coaching Basketball
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the theory and methods of coaching basketball. Emphasis is placed on rules, game strategies, and selected techniques of coaching basketball. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competent coaching skills in basketball. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 256 - Coaching Baseball
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the theory and methods of coaching baseball. Emphasis is placed on rules, game strategies, and selected techniques of coaching baseball. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competent coaching skills in baseball. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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Physics |
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PHY 110 - Conceptual Physics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097 or ENG 002
This course provides a conceptually-based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of matter and the universe. Upon completion, students should be able to describe examples and applications of the principles studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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PHY 110A - Conceptual Physics Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, Take: PHY 110
This course is a laboratory for PHY 110 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in PHY 110 . Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in PHY 110 . This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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PHY 131 - Physics-Mechanics
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: MAT 121 or MAT 171
Corequisite(s): Local, DRE 097or ENG 002
This algebra/trigonometry-based course introduces fundamental physical concepts as applied to engineering technology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analysis, vectors, motion, forces, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles studied to applications in engineering technology fields.
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PHY 151 - College Physics I
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: MAT 171 or MAT 271 ; Local, DRE 097 or ENG 002
Corequisite(s): None.
This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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PHY 152 - College Physics II
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PHY 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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PHY 251 - General Physics I
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: MAT 271 ; Local, DRE 098
Corequisite(s): State, Take: MAT 272 ; Local, ENG 111
This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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PHY 252 - General Physics II
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: MAT 272 and PHY 251
Corequisite(s): None.
This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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Political Science |
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POL 120 - American Government
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American government. Topics include the constitutional framework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and liberties, political participation and behavior, and policy process. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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Polysomnography |
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PSG 110 - Intro to Polysomnography
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Local, Admission into the Polysomnography Program (45670)
Corequisite(s): Local, BIO 163 , MED 121
This course introduces the polysomnography profession. Topics include the history of the profession and role of the polysomnographic technologist, communication, time management, infection control, basic patient assessment, and medical gas therapy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts through written and laboratory evaluations.
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PSG 111 - Neuro/Cardiopulmonary A & P
Credits: 4
Class: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, BIO 163 or BIO 165/BIO 166 or BIO 168 /BIO 169 ; Local, PSG 110
Corequisite(s): PSG 113 , PSG 214 and MAT-121
This course provides a concentrated study of anatomy and physiology essential to the practice of polysomnography. Emphasis is placed on the physiology of the nervous, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems and basic pharmacological principles. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts through written evaluation.
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PSG 112 - PSG Fundamentals
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, PSG 110
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to manage/function in a polysomnographic laboratory. Topics include recordkeeping, scheduling techniques, creation/implementation of departmental policies, reimbursement, the technologist’s role as sleep advocate, and case management/patient education. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts through written evaluation.
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PSG 113 - PSG Instrumentation
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, PSG 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of sleep technology electrical equipment and recording of bio-electric potentials. Topics include Ohm’s Law; common mode rejection; components related to recording bio-electric potentials; function and application of sleep technology equipment; and construct/verify montages. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in polysomnography equipment, instrumentation, recording of bioelectric potential concepts, and ancillary electrical signals through written and laboratory evaluations.
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PSG 114 - PSG Clinical Education I
Credits: 3
Clinic: 9
Prerequisite(s): State, PSG 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides orientation to the polysomnography clinical environment. Emphasis is placed on work flows, reviewing patient charts and orders, patient preparation and hook-ups, and proper time management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of polysomnography clinical learning outcomes.
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PSG 210 - Polysomnography I
Credits: 7
Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinic: 9
Prerequisite(s): State, PSG 111 or PSG 189; Local, PSG 114 , PSG 215
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides entry-level didactic, laboratory, and clinical training in polysomnography. Emphasis is placed on medical terminology, instrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, and patient-technologist interactions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written, laboratory and clinical evaluations.
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PSG 211 - Polysomnography II
Credits: 7
Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinic: 9
Prerequisite(s): State, PSG 210
Corequisite(s): Local PSG 213
This course provides advanced-level didactic, laboratory, and clinical training in polysomnography. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain and evaluate high quality sleep recordings. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written, laboratory and clinical evaluations.
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PSG 212 - Infant/Pediatric PSG
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Local: PSG 114 , PSG 215
Corequisite(s): Local: PSG 210
This course provides the knowledge and skills to perform and score polysomnographic procedures on infants and pediatric patients. Emphasis is placed on infant/pediatric assessment, monitoring, and sleep disorders. Upon completion, student should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts through written and laboratory evaluations.
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PSG 213 - Case Study/Exam Review
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, PSG 210
Corequisite(s): Local, PSG 211
This course provides an opportunity to review clinical cases and prepare for the polysomnography credentialing exam. Emphasis is placed on case management and review for the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Exam. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete practice exams.
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PSG 214 - PSG Clinical Apps I
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Local, PSG 110
Corequisite(s): Local, PSG 111 , PSG 113
This course provides practical application of theories covered in previous PSG courses. Emphasis is placed on polysomnography testing and procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence through laboratory evaluation.
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PSG 215 - PSG Clinical Apps II
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): Local, PSG 111
Corequisite(s): Local, PSG 114
This course provides practical application of theories covered in previous PSG courses. Emphasis is placed on polysomnography testing and procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence through laboratory evaluation.
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Printing |
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PRN 155 - Screen Printing I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers screen printing techniques and materials. Topics include methods, materials, design, and image and stencil preparation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to produce single- or multi-color projects.
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Psychology |
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PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development.
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PSY 150 - General Psychology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 098 or ENG 002
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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PSY 241 - Developmental Psych
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PSY 150
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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PSY 246 - Adolescent Psychology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PSY 150
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an overview of the behavior patterns, life changes, and social issues that accompany the developmental stage of adolescence. Topics include developmental theories; physical, cognitive and psychosocial growth; transitions to young adulthood; and sociocultural factors that influence adolescent roles in home, school and community. Upon completion, students should be able to identify typical and atypical adolescent behavior patterns as well as appropriate strategies for interacting with adolescents. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PSY 263 - Educational Psychology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PSY 150
Corequisite(s): None.
This course examines the application of psychological theories and principles to the educational process and setting. Topics include learning and cognitive theories, achievement motivation, teaching and learning styles, teacher and learner roles, assessment, and developmental issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the application of psychological theory to educational practice. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PSY 265 - Behavioral Modification
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PSY 150
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is an applied study of factors influencing human behavior and strategies for behavioral change. Emphasis is placed on cognitive-behavioral theory, behavioral assessment, practical applications of conditioning techniques, and maintenance of adaptive behavior patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to implement basic learning principles to effect behavioral changes in self and others.
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PSY 281 - Abnormal Psychology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: PSY 150
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demonstrate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic techniques. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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Radiography |
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RAD 110 - Rad Intro & Patient Care
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, Admission into the Radiography Program (A45700)
Corequisite(s): State, RAD 111 and RAD 151 ; Local, BIO 163
This course provides an overview of the radiography profession and student responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on basic principles of patient care, radiation protection, technical factors, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic skills in these areas.
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RAD 111 - RAD Procedures I
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, RAD 110 , RAD 151 and BIO 163
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, bony thorax, and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.
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RAD 112 - RAD Procedures II
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 110 , RAD 111 and RAD 151 ; Local, BIO 163
Corequisite(s): Local, RAD 121 and RAD 161
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the skull, spine, and gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.
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RAD 121 - Image Production I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151 ; Local, BIO 163
Corequisite(s): Local, RAD 112 and RAD 161
This course provides the basic principles of radiographic image production. Emphasis is placed on image production, x-ray equipment, receptor exposure, and basic imaging quality factors that impact density, contrast, recorded detail, and distortion. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic principles of radiographic image production.
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RAD 122 - Image Production II
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 112 , RAD 121 , and RAD 161
Corequisite(s): Local, and RAD 171
This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on advanced digital principles and production. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced principles of digital imaging production.
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RAD 141 - Radiation Safety
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): Take All: RAD 112, RAD 121, and RAD 161
Corequisite(s): Local, and
This course covers the principles of radiation protection and radiobiology. Topics include the effects of ionizing radiation on body tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and personnel, and radiation monitoring devices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects and uses of radiation in diagnostic radiology.
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RAD 151 - RAD Clinical Ed I
Credits: 2
Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, RAD 110 and RAD 111 ; Local, BIO 163
This course introduces patient management and basic radiographic procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the chest and extremities, manipulating equipment, and applying principles of ALARA. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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RAD 161 - RAD Clinical Ed II
Credits: 5
Clinic: 15
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151 ; Local, BIO 163
Corequisite(s): State, RAD 112 and RAD 121
This course provides additional experience in patient management and in more complex radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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RAD 171 - RAD Clinical Ed III
Credits: 3
Clinic: 9
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 112 , RAD 121 , and RAD 161
Corequisite(s): Local, RAD 122 and
This course provides experience in patient management specific to fluoroscopic and advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and transitioning to mastering positioning of advanced studies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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RAD 211 - RAD Procedures III
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 122 , , and RAD 171
Corequisite(s): Local,RAD 231 and RAD 251
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard and specialty radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiographic specialty procedures, advanced imaging, radiographic pathology and image analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these areas.
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RAD 231 - Image Production III
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, , , and
Corequisite(s): Local, and
This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on complex imaging production and principles, quality control and quality assurance in the imaging sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced radiographic equipment and quality control programs.
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RAD 251 - RAD Clinical Ed IV
Credits: 7
Clinic: 21
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 122 and RAD 171
Corequisite(s): State, RAD 211 and RAD 231
This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering all basic radiographic procedures and to attain experience in advanced areas. Emphasis is placed on equipment operation, pathological recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and a further awareness of radiation protection requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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RAD 261 - RAD Clinical Ed V
Credits: 7
Clinic: 21
Prerequisite(s): State, ; Local, RAD 211 and RAD 231
Corequisite(s): State, RAD 271
This course is designed to enhance expertise in all radiographic procedures, patient management, radiation protection, and image production and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on developing an autonomous approach to the diversity of clinical situations and successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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RAD 271 - Radiography Capstone
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, RAD 211 , RAD 231 , and RAD 251
Corequisite(s): Local, RAD 261
This course provides an opportunity to exhibit problem-solving skills required for certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of didactic and clinical components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge required of any entry-level radiographer.
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Religion |
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REL 110 - World Religions
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the world’s major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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REL 111 - Eastern Religions
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the major Asian religious traditions. Topics include Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religious studied. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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Sociology |
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SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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