Apr 27, 2024  
Catalog/Handbook 2013-14 
    
Catalog/Handbook 2013-14 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • PGY 2201C - The Art of Photographic Lighting


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PGY 2802C
    AA Elective: Yes
    This advanced course provides a study of photographic lighting for the digital age. The course examines not only the physical structure and qualities of light, but also explores topics such as how changes in the color of light can affect the mood and the interpretation of images. This course enables students to use various lighting situations to create self-promotional and portfolio pieces. Adobe Photoshop, advanced metering, and digital printing are used to assist students with developing professional presentation skills in their work. Students must have an SLR-type digital camera with manual settings and an auxiliary camera with a flash for this class.
     


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  • PGY 2801C - Digital Photography I


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This is an introductory class in digital photography. Using Adobe Photoshop, students integrate the principles of traditional photography with contemporary digital imaging. “Digital darkroom” techniques including scanning, photo restoration, and multiple imagery are explored to create imagery unattainable through traditional methods. Students are encouraged to create basic self-promotional and portfolio pieces. A digital camera with adjustable functions is required.


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  • PGY 2802C - Digital Photography II


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PGY 2801C or Permission of Instructor
    AA Elective: Yes
    This is an advanced course in digital photography. Using Adobe Photoshop, students integrate the principles of traditional photography with contemporary digital imaging. Using their images, students explore commercial layout and design techniques, creative use of type within their images, and the use of the “digital studio” to create imagery unattainable through traditional methods. Students are encouraged to create advanced self-promotional and portfolio pieces. A digital camera with adjustable settings is required for this class.


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  • PHI 2010 - Introduction to Philosophy


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces several historically continuous open arguments such as the nature of reality, the possibility of knowledge, the nature of the human race, the concept of free will, and the relationship between the individual and society. Prior experience or study of philosophical ideology is not required for this course.


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  • PHI 2100 - Logic


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of the major techniques of deductive and inductive reasoning and includes emphasis on use of language, recognition of fallacies, and protection against errors in thinking.


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  • PHI 2600 - Ethics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides discussion of personal responsibility in human ethical behavior. Students are presented a series of life-like situations (case studies) that pose moral problems, and they provide workable solutions. As an outgrowth of these exercises, numerous moral issues emerge for discussion. To add other dimensions to these discussions, students are exposed to the major theories philosophers have devised for explaining how people decide what is “right” or “wrong” behavior.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • PHT 1128C - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
    Corequisites: PHT 1250C and PHT 2220C
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course introduces the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology as they pertain to human movement. Students study the osteology of the human body and identify anatomical landmarks through use of palpation skills. This course discusses myology and neurology of the abdomen, back, pelvic girdle, and lower extremities, and provides an introduction to the upper extremity, head, and neck. Manual muscle testing and basic therapeutic exercise, as applied to the lower extremities and gait evaluation, are also included in this course.


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  • PHT 1129C - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 1128C and PHT 1250C
    Corequisites: PHT 2252C and PHT 1213C
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course provides detailed instruction in the myology and neurology of the face, neck, shoulder girdle, and upper extremities. The lab portion of the course includes manual muscle testing and basic therapeutic exercise principles applied to the face and upper extremities. Students identify anatomical landmarks through the use of palpation skills. The course also covers basic neuroanatomy and motor learning as they relate to physical therapy.


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  • PHT 1213C - Physical Therapy Principles and Procedures


    3 hours Lecture, 4 hours Lab, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 1128C and PHT 1250C
    Corequisites: PHT 1129C and PHT 2252C
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course introduces the theory and practical application of the modalities and treatment procedures used in physical therapy. The course presents the application of treatments, as well as the associated physiological effects, indications, and contraindications. These treatments include thermal and mechanical agents, electrical stimulation, and chest physical therapy.


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  • PHT 1250C - Introduction to Basic Patient Care


    3 hours Lecture, 4 hours Lab, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
    Corequisites: PHT 1128C and PHT 2220C
    AA Elective: No
    This is a lecture and laboratory course in which the student performs activities and modalities basic to physical therapy patient care. The curriculum emphasizes the development of psychomotor skills and an awareness of patient safety, including general indications and contraindications associated with each procedure. Students study and apply medical, anatomical, and physical therapy terminologies.


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  • PHT 1801L - Physical Therapy Clinical Education I


    200 hours Clinical, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 1129C, PHT1213C, PHT 2252C, PHT 2252C, BSC 2086C, and PSY 2012
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an experience in patient care within a professional clinical setting. This course emphasizes observation of techniques, demonstration of interpersonal skills, and application of skills learned in the classroom under the close supervision of a clinical instructor.


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  • PHT 2220C - Therapeutic Exercises in Physical Therapy I


    1 hour Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
    Corequisites: PHT 1250C and PHT 1128C
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course provides an introductory study of the neurophysiological, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular basis for application of therapeutic exercise. Students study various therapeutic exercise techniques, and the basis of these techniques as they apply to patient care in rehabilitation. This course prepares students for Therapeutic Exercises in Physical Therapy II (PHT 2221C).


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  • PHT 2221C - Therapeutic Exercises in Physical Therapy II


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 1801L and PHT 2220C
    Corequisites: PHT 1250C and PHT 1128C
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course provides an introductory study of the neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular basis for application of therapeutic exercise, and is sequential in its progression of study from Therapeutic Exercises in Physical Therapy I (PHT 2220C). This course describes the general aspects of therapeutic exercise including, but not limited to, effects of medications on exercises, stages of rehabilitation, issues related to rehabilitation of amputees, and common indications and usages related to orthotics and prosthetics. Specific attention is given to the application of therapeutic exercise for specific body segments and/or joints of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and spine. The course also discusses application of gait training to various pathologies and/or problems.


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  • PHT 2252C - Orthopedic Disabilities and Rehabilitation


    3 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 1128C, PHT 1250C, and PHT 2220C
    Corequisites: PHT 1129C and PHT 1213C
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course introduces orthopedic diseases, syndromes, and injuries, with an emphasis on the conditions most commonly treated in physical therapy rehabilitation. Students apply basic anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and kinesiology to common disorders seen in the musculoskeletal system. Students utilize this information to develop appropriate intervention strategies for rehabilitation of musculoskeletal/orthopedic pathologies and conditions.


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  • PHT 2253C - Neurological Disabilities and Rehabilitation


    3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 2810L
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course provides a study of diseases, syndromes, and injuries of neurological and neuromuscular origin. The course discusses the etiology, pathology, and appropriate physical therapy rehabilitation for these conditions. Areas covered include cerebellar disorders, peripheral neuropathies, intracranial hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson’s Disease, and pediatrics.


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  • PHT 2810L - Physical Therapy Clinical Education II


    200 hours Clinical, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 1801L, PHT 2221C, and PHT 2931
    AA Elective: No
    This clinical experience focuses on the development of patient treatment skills. Students actively participate in direct patient care under the direct supervision of a clinical instructor, and apply the information and skills studied in previous classes. Students are exposed to a number of diagnoses and are responsible for the preparation of a case study or clinical in-service.


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  • PHT 2820L - Physical Therapy Clinical Education III


    240 hours Clinical, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 2810L, PHT 2930, and PHT 2253C
    AA Elective: No
    This comprehensive clinical experience serves as the final preparation of the physical therapist assistant student. The clinical experience focuses on total patient care through the application of information and skills gained in previous classes, as well as time management, and the interaction with other disciplines required for patient treatment. Students carry a small patient case load under the supervision of a physical therapist or assistant.


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  • PHT 2930 - Clinical Correlations in Physical Therapy


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 2810L
    Corequisites: PHT 2820L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the student with the opportunity to participate in the integrated treatment of patients with selected diagnoses. Guest speakers lecture on their specialty areas and students demonstrate selected patient treatments. The course concludes with a comprehensive clinical competency exam.


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  • PHT 2931 - Trends in Physical Therapy


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHT 1801L
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses the structure and ethics of the physical therapy profession. American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) structure, function, and current legislative issues are discussed; students are exposed to reimbursement issues and the principles of interdisciplinary treatment approaches. The course emphasizes oral and written communication skills, biomedical ethics, and selected special topics that influence patient interaction.


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  • PHY 2001C - Basic Concepts of Physics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: MAC 1105
    AA Elective: Yes
    In this course, students study and demonstrate elementary concepts of mechanics, heat, sound, wave motion, electricity, magnetism, optics, and several topics in modern physics. Selected experiments are used to reinforce lecture material.


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  • PHY 2048C - General Physics I with Calculus


    4 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: MAC 2311
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course meets the introductory-level physics requirement for students of science and engineering. This is a calculus-level course that emphasizes mechanics, sound, and wave motion. Selected experiments are used to reinforce the lecture material.


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  • PHY 2049C - General Physics II with Calculus


    4 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHY 2048C
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course meets the introductory-level physics requirement for students of science and engineering. This is a calculus-level course that emphasizes the areas of thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and several topics in modern physics. Selected experiments are used to reinforce the lecture material.


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  • PHY 2053C - General Physics I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: MAC 1114 or MAC 1147
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course meets the physics requirement for pre-professional fields in medicine, veterinary science, pharmacy, agriculture, and four-year nursing programs or related areas. This trigonometry-level course emphasizes mechanics, wave motion, and sound. Selected experiments are used to reinforce the lecture material.


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  • PHY 2054C - General Physics II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PHY 2053C
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course meets the physics requirement for pre-professional fields in medicine, veterinary science, pharmacy, agriculture, and four-year nursing programs or related areas. This trigonometry-level course emphasizes thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and several topics in modern physics. Selected experiments are used to reinforce the lecture material.


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  • POS 1112 - State and Local Government


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a comparative study of American state governments and political processes, with an emphasis on Florida. The curriculum emphasizes the structures and functions of state governments, as well as the importance of federal-state relations and state-local relations.


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  • POS 2041 - American National Government


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course discusses the principles of the United States Constitution and the structure and the machinery of the formal institutions of national government. Topics include politics and American culture, American Constitutionalism, public opinion and interest groups, political parties, campaigns and elections, the legislative process, the presidency, the federal bureaucracy and presidential staff, the judicial process, civil rights and civil liberties, American federalism, and American politics in world affairs. Students use course material to formulate and express their conclusions and interpretations of important political events and considerations.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • POS 2930 - Special Topics in Political Science


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides study of an area of political science that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • PPE 2001 - Personality Theories of Psychology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: PSY 2012
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course explores the major approaches to psychological personality theories. The theoretical areas of concentration include psychodynamic, psychosocial, Gestalt, humanistic, behavioral, and cognitive perspectives of psychology. In addition, the course encompasses the various therapeutic techniques and practical applications for these cognitive perspectives. The course presents techniques and applications that lend themselves to counseling, child care, and healthcare professions; business relationships; educational environments; vocational skills and training; and personal growth.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • PSC 1121 - Survey of Physical Science


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Placement at the college level or completion of required developmental education courses
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course discusses selected topics in chemistry and physics at the introductory level. Included in these topics are the structure of the atom, a study of the periodic table, the process of chemical bonding, the study of chemical equations, and types of compounds. This course also discusses mechanics, wave motion, heat, light, optics, electricity, and nuclear radiation. Demonstrations and multimedia presentations enhance the presentation of the course material.


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  • PSC 2515 - Energy and Humanity


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Placement at the college level or completion of required developmental education courses
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course examines energy from the physical, chemical, engineering, environmental, social, economic, and political perspective. It includes a study of the basis of energy, including both traditional and alternative energy sources, as well as energy conservation. Demonstrations, audiovisual presentations, and field trips play an important role in this course.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • PSY 2012 - General Psychology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces the science of psychology by surveying various areas of psychology including experimental, biological, cognitive, personality, health, educational, and clinical psychology.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • PSY 2930 - Special Topics in Psychology


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides study of  an area of psychology that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.

    This course is also offered in Honors format.  For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • QMB 3600 - Quantitative Methods in Business


    3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Admission to the BAS Program; MAC 1105 or MGF 1106
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course addresses the use of research and quantitative methods in the business arena. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of research tools and quantitative methods to effectively prepare for the interpretation of research data and participate in activities for decision making.


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  • REA 0007 - Developmental Reading I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    AA Elective: No
    This fundamental reading course develops vocabulary and comprehension through the practice of learning strategies and study skills presented through a wide range of interdisciplinary readings. Credit earned in this course does not count toward graduation.


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  • REA 0017 - Developmental Reading II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in REA 0007 or an appropriate placement examination score
    AA Elective: No
    This course enhances basic reading skills to develop higher-level vocabulary and comprehension skills, textbook reading techniques, and learning strategies needed for success in college. Credit earned in this course does not count toward graduation.


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  • REA 0055 - Developmental Reading Module (1 credit)


    1 hour Lecture,
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisites: Appropriate placement examination score
    AA Elective: No
    This course is designed to satisfy the requirements of upper-level developmental reading in a modular format. A student scoring within a specific range on the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.) is administered a diagnostic test to identify skills for an individualized learning plan so that the student works only on skills not yet mastered. Possible topics in the learning plan include vocabulary in context, topic and main idea selection, identification of supporting details, organizational patterns, relationships between ideas, inferences, conclusions, fact and opinion, evaluating arguments, and determining an author’s purpose, tone, and bias. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.


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  • REA 0056 - Developmental Reading Module (2 credits)


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Developmental Education Course
    Prerequisites: Appropriate placement examination score
    AA Elective: No
    This course is designed to satisfy the requirements of upper-level developmental reading in a modular format. A student scoring within a specific range on the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.) is administered a diagnostic test to prepare an individualized learning plan so that the student works only on skills not yet mastered. Possible topics in the learning plan include vocabulary in context, topic and main idea selection, identification of supporting details, organizational patterns, relationships between ideas, inferences, conclusions, fact and opinion, evaluating arguments, and determining an author’s purpose, tone, and bias.


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  • REA 1105 - College Reading


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Completion of developmental education courses in reading or placement at the college level in reading
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course focuses on reading and thinking as active processes. Students develop critical-reading and critical-thinking skills and apply these skills to academic reading, study, and career success. Students engage in work with current topics and contemporary issues as they improve their ability to read and think critically. Focus is placed on vocabulary enhancement in context and across disciplines.


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  • REL 2000 - Introduction to Religious Studies


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    The course provides a study of the fundamental principles of religion as an academic discipline. The curriculum emphasizes critical reflection in the study of religion, as well as an understanding of spiritual and religious consciousness. Students interpret qualitative religious data from various sources. Topics of study include the origins of religion, ethics, and the concepts of divinity, mysticism, and aesthetics. The curriculum also includes topics such as religion and technology, religion and science, religion and violence, and religion and the environment.
     


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  • REL 2300 - World Religions


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Placement at the college level or completion of required developmental education courses
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces the histories, doctrines, and practices of world religions including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism, as well as African traditional religions and others. This course also surveys the social and scientific study of religion including religious institutions, interfaith dialogue, and the sociology of religion.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • REL 2930 - Special Topics in Religion


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
     This course provides a study of an area of religion that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.

    This course is offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


     


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  • RET 1024C - Introduction to Respiratory Care


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BSC 2085C, ENC 1101, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to the scientific basis for respiratory care. The curriculum includes pertinent medical terminology, microbiology, and computer basics, as well as instruction regarding the cleaning of equipment.


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  • RET 1026C - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care I


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BSC 2085C, ENC 1101, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses the fundamental concepts of basic respiratory care techniques and the use of associated equipment. The curriculum discusses medical gas therapy, as well as aerosol, humidity, and supplemental oxygen therapy. Hyperinflation techniques and airway clearance procedures are discussed. A foundation in respiratory pharmacology is also developed.


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  • RET 1264C - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care II


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1026C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a continuation of Fundamentals of Respiratory Care I (RET 1026C). The curriculum discusses airway management and mechanical ventilation.


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  • RET 1293 - Cardiopulmonary Medicine


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BSC 2085C and RET 1485
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an in-depth study of diseases, disorders, and conditions affecting the cardiopulmonary system as approached through case study methodology.


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  • RET 1414 - Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1026C and RET 1832
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses pulmonary function testing and electrocardiography topics including Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocols, hemodynamics, and noninvasive monitoring techniques.


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  • RET 1485 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BSC 2085C, ENC 1101, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a detailed study of the structure and function of the heart and lungs, including their interdependency. The course discusses acid-base physiology including arterial blood gas interpretation and its relationship to normal and abnormal physiologic states.


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  • RET 1534 - Special Topics in Respiratory Care


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1293
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a continuation of the study of mechanical ventilation. Other topics include the use of special procedures in respiratory care, the study of in-patient and out-patient pulmonary rehabilitation, the application of home care techniques for patients with chronic cardiopulmonary diseases, and an in-depth study of chronic cardiopulmonary diseases.


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  • RET 1832 - Clinical Respiratory Care I


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1026C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a clinical experience in respiratory care, with an emphasis on basic respiratory care modalities such as medical gas therapy, aerosol and humidity therapy, hyperinflation techniques with airway clearance procedures, chest physiotherapy, and other related protocols. This course provides some discussion of advanced techniques such as mechanical ventilation and arterial blood gases.


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  • RET 1833 - Clinical Respiratory Care II


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1264C and RET 1832
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a continuation of the clinical experience. Areas of emphasis include arterial blood puncture and analysis, pulmonary function testing, mechanical ventilation, and airway management. Other diagnostic and monitoring techniques are practiced.


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  • RET 2483 - Patient Assessment and Interaction


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BSC 2085C, ENC 1100, and MAC 1105
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to comprehensive patient assessment including ethics and patient interviews. This course emphasizes skills required for obtaining a medical history, physical exam, and vital signs, as well as proper documentation of this information. The course provides opportunities to practice problem solving and critical-thinking skills.


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  • RET 2714 - Pediatric/Neonatal Respiratory Care


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1485 and RET 1293
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses the development and physiology of the fetal and neonatal lung, as well as perinatal circulation and neonatal pulmonary disorders. The curriculum includes treatment of prenatal patients with an emphasis on respiratory care techniques, airway management and mechanical ventilation, pediatric therapy, and drugs and dosages associated with pediatric and neonatal patients.


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  • RET 2876 - Clinical Respiratory Care III


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1832 and RET 1833
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation the clinical practicum provided in RET 1833 Clinical Respiratory II. The emphasis is on therapist-driven protocols, case management, and emergency medicine. Students rotate to rehabilitation, sub-acute, and other specialty areas. Students continue to study mechanical ventilation management protocols, including airway management techniques and respiratory care modalities in all age groups.


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  • RET 2877 - Clinical Respiratory Care IV


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 2876
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation of the clinical practicum provided within RET 2876 Clinical Respiratory III. During this final semester, students continue to practice skills in intensive care settings. Students apply advanced mechanical ventilation management protocols, airway maintenance techniques, hemodynamics, and advanced respiratory care techniques on all age groups. An overview of clinical practice is offered.

     


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  • RET 2934 - Respiratory Care Seminar


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RET 1534 and RET 2714
    AA Elective: No
    This is a summation course in respiratory care. Topics include licensure, certification, and registration procedures. Students review material from the two-year program and practice written tests and clinical simulations to prepare for the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) exams. Pertinent calculations, hemodynamics, and problem-solving scenarios are stressed. This course discusses employability skills and resume writing to assist students with job applications.


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  • RMI 1613 - Principles of Property Insurance


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course is an introduction to the four areas of fire insurance: ocean marine, inland marine, surety and fidelity bond, and multiple-line coverage. For each of the four areas, specimen contracts are examined. The course discusses each area with regard to perils, property losses, persons, locations, times, and hazards.


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  • RMI 1631 - Principles of Liability and Claim Adjusting: Accredited Claims Adjuster


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course in adjusting examines the principles and practices of adjusting all forms of liability insurance and auto insurance claims.


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  • RMI 2616 - Principles of Property Insurance: General Lines Agent


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RMI 1631 or RMI 1613
    AA Elective: No
    This course discusses the general principles of insurance and adjusting, and covers risk and insurance surety ship, risk management principles, and the insurance contract (limitations on coverage and limitations on amount of loss), as well as the procedure, investigation, and report of adjustment of property losses, including estimation of business losses.


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  • RMI 2941 - Insurance Practicum


    1 hour Lecture, 6 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: ENC 1101, MTB 1103, and approval of the Program Director
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a selected and planned work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through supervised practical experiences related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. Depending upon course credit, a minimum of 75-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course is designated to be completed during the last term before graduation.


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  • RMI 2942 - Insurance Practicum


    3 hours Practicum, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Business Administration (Insurance) Program; ENC 1101; MGF 1106 or MAC 1105; and Permission of the Program Director
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a selected and planned, work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through supervised practical experiences related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. A minimum of 50-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of the course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course is designated to be completed during the last term before graduation and is only for students in the AS-25033 Business Administration (Insurance) Program.


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  • RTE 1000 - Orientation to Radiologic Technology


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BSC 2086C
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the radiography profession and the role of the technologist as a member of the healthcare team. The curriculum also provides a study of ethical decision making, basic hospital and medical terminology, and the principles of physical science.


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  • RTE 1111 - Radiographic Nursing Procedures


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BSC 1084C
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces nursing techniques and patient care as related to the diagnostic and fluoroscopic practices of patient care in the Radiology Department.


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  • RTE 1418 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1503C
    Corequisites: RTE 1513C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of radiographic exposure and processing. Topics include radiographic density, contrast, image resolution, distortion, film, and processing, as well as latent image formation and the creation of the digital image.


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  • RTE 1458 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1418
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides advanced, comprehensive instruction and discussion in the principles of radiographic exposure. The curriculum includes detailed instruction in the control of exposure and image quality using mAs, kvp, SID, geometric factors, autotiming devices, grids, screens, beam restrictors, and filters. Tube rating and technique charts are also evaluated.


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  • RTE 1503C - Radiographic Positioning I


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This lecture and laboratory course studies basic routine positions of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, shoulder, and sternum.


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  • RTE 1513C - Radiographic Positioning II


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1503C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of basic anatomy, physiology, and positioning for all routine contrast examinations and all routine spine examinations.


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  • RTE 1613 - Radiographic Physics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: MAC 1105 and RTE 1418
    AA Elective: No
    This course presents the principles of radiation physics. The course includes the fundamentals of electrical generation, properties of x-rays, production of x-rays, attenuation factors, special radiology equipment and circuits, and the design function of digital imaging equipment.


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  • RTE 1804L - Radiographic Clinical I


    16 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: BCLS certification
    Corequisites: RTE 1503C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the first clinical experience; students observe, assist in performing, and then perform examinations of the chest, abdomen, extremities, and bony thorax.


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  • RTE 1814L - Radiographic Clinical II


    18 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1804L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the second clinical experience; students continue to practice radiographic skill competencies. In addition, students begin rotations in diagnostic fluoroscopy examinations and perform examinations of the spine.


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  • RTE 2061 - Radiographic Seminar


    4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 2782C
    Corequisites: RTE 2854L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a comprehensive review of patient care, image production and evaluation, equipment operation and maintenance, radiographic procedures, and radiation protection.


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  • RTE 2385 - Radiation Biology and Protection


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 2523C
    AA Elective: No
    This course includes the study of radiation interaction and its biological effects. Radiation dangers and the safety procedures used in response to these dangers are the basic content of this course. Quantities and units of radiation are discussed in reference to x-ray equipment, radiation protection, MPD, and detection instruments. Basic protection methods are discussed and related to licensing, as well as to state regulations and federal standards for radiation safety.


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  • RTE 2458C - Radiographic Quality Assurance


    1 hour Lecture, 1 hour Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1418
    AA Elective: No
    The course covers all aspects of radiographic quality assurance.


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  • RTE 2523C - Radiographic Positioning III


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1513C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of all routine head examination positions and an overview of positions used in special procedures, as well as CT and MRI examinations.


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  • RTE 2762 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1513C
    AA Elective: No
    This course studies human anatomy in cross-section, from the head through the thorax and abdomen. This information is used during CT and MRI rotations.


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  • RTE 2782C - Radiographic Pathology


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces pathology as it relates to radiographic diagnosis and treatment.


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  • RTE 2824L - Radiographic Clinical III


    24 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 1814L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the third clinical period. Students practice radiographic skill competencies. In addition, face and head examinations, portable x-ray examinations, operating room rotations, and special procedure observations are part of the clinical experience. CT and MRI rotations begin during this course.


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  • RTE 2834L - Radiographic Clinical IV


    24 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 2824L
    AA Elective: No
    This is the fourth clinical assignment; students begin to apply special procedures and tomography.


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  • RTE 2844L - Radiographic Clinical V


    24 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 2834L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the fifth clinical period. Students continue to practice assignments in radiologic and fluoroscopic imaging rooms, the operating room, and through special procedures. Students practice and demonstrate mastery of non-routine procedures.


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  • RTE 2854L - Radiographic Clinical VI


    24 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: RTE 2844L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the final clinical period and students are assigned advanced procedures. Students are encouraged to practice and perfect previously mastered procedures and increase their speed in the performance of procedures.


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  • SBM 2000 - Small Business Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Level College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is designed to enable students to manage and operate a small business. The areas covered include developing a business plan, securing financing, using accounting for business transactions, developing advertising and promotional materials, choosing a site location, and managing the small business. This course is beneficial for those planning to start a small business as well as those already operating a business.


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  • SLS 1101 - College Success


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    Through this course, students develop and improve academic skills including active listening, college-level reading, note taking, test taking, and library use, as well as advance their memory and recall techniques and the use of college resources. Students discover their individual learning styles and determine how to adjust their methods of learning for greater success. Variables such as health, finances, relationships, and attitudes that may either interfere with or enhance academic success are also analyzed.


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  • SLS 1250 - Interpersonal Relationships


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of personal growth and development through student discussion of interpersonal relationships and utilization of vital life skills such as dynamic, pro-active communication skills (verbal and non-verbal); active listening and response skills; and conflict resolution techniques. This course explores how to manage feelings; interpret human behavior, feelings, and stress; and overcome barriers to communication.



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  • SLS 1261 - General Leadership


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of the dynamics of leadership within groups and organizations, with an emphasis on the development of leadership skills and personal growth. Some of the topics included are an analysis of leadership qualities and styles, group problem solving, and personal and group goal setting, as well as formal organizational procedures. This course may include field trips.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.


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  • SLS 1300 - Career Education


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    Students clarify their career and educational goals by developing personal profiles of their skills, interests, and values. Course activities include self-assessment, exploration of occupational options and resources, and development of job search techniques. A model for making career decisions is included in this course.


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  • SLS 1533 - Math Study Skills


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of the skills necessary to apply and retain mathematical concepts. The curriculum focuses on study techniques and anxiety-reducing tools that promote success. Lecture and student activities are included.


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  • SLS 2371 - Prior Learning Assessment Portfolio Development


    2 hour Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    Students document experiential learning through the compilation of various components into a portfolio. Students write about and explain experiences and demonstrate masteries throughout the portfolio, which can then be used to apply for experiential credit assessment.


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  • SON 1000 - Introduction to Sonography


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Admission into the Sonography Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the profession of sonography and the role of the sonographer in healthcare. Topics include the history of sonography and its concepts, techniques, and developments. The course provides a study of issues pertaining to patient care, written and verbal communication, and ethical/legal issues, as well as the professional organizations related to the field. The course provides a basic overview of other imaging modalities and their relationship to sonography.


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  • SON 1100C - Procedures and Protocols of Sonographic Imaging


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: Admission into the Sonography Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course focuses on sonographic scanning techniques and quality patient care procedures for the abdomen and pelvis. The course topics include the application of transducer manipulations, instrumentation controls, anatomic scanning planes, standard presentations and annotations of ultrasound images, and patient care skills. Body mechanics and ergonomics are also discussed.


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  • SON 1111C - Abdominal Sonography I


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1000 and SON 1100C
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the structure, function, pathology, and relational anatomy of the abdominal organs. The material focuses on sonographic visualization of normal and abnormal abdominal organs to include the pancreas, liver, biliary system, spleen, and urinary system, as well as the adrenal glands and vascular structures.


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  • SON 1112C - Abdominal Sonography II


    2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1111C
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation of Abdominal Sonography I (SON 1111C), with continued focus on sonographic imaging of the abdominal viscera and the pathological processes that affect this area of the body. The course discusses the correlation of the ultrasound diagnosis with the patient’s history and lab findings.


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  • SON 1121C - Obstetrics/Gynecology I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1111C and SON 1211
    Corequisites: SON 1804L
    AA Elective: No
    This course presents the sonographic anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system with or without a pregnancy. The curriculum includes the pathologic conditions, clinical sonographic presentations, and signs and symptoms of conditions associated with the female pelvis. First trimester obstetrical imaging is introduced including fetal measurements and development.


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  • SON 1211 - Medical Sonographic Physics I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1000 and SON 1100C
    AA Elective: No
    This course presents the principles and fundamentals of diagnostic ultrasound physics and how these apply to clinical practice. Basic acoustical physics and the interaction of acoustical waves in human tissue are introduced. The curriculum emphasizes transducer design and construction, ultrasound in soft tissue, attenuation of sound energy, parameters affecting sound transmission, and resolution of sound beams.


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  • SON 1212 - Medical Sonographic Physics II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1211
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a continuation of Medical Sonographic Physics I (SON 1211), with a continued focus on the interaction of ultrasound within tissues and the mechanics of ultrasound production and display. The curriculum also includes equipment maintenance and quality assurance. The course also discusses Doppler flow analysis, bioeffects, and image artifacts.


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  • SON 1804L - Clinical Practicum I


    16 hours Clinical, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1111C and SON 1211
    AA Elective: No
    This is the first course in clinical education. This course provides a supervised clinical experience for the student to focus on competency of scanning skills during basic sonographic exams. Students develop and apply skills related to protocols, procedures, and patient care.


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  • SON 2061 - Seminar in Sonography


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 2150C
    Corequisites: SON 2834L
    AA Elective: No
    This course comprehensively reviews the entire Sonography Program content, to include abdominal, obstetric, and gynecological sonography, as well as the physics and use of instrumentation and superficial structures related to the field. Students present case studies and study resume` preparation.


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  • SON 2122C - Obstetrics/Gynecology II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1121C
    Corequisites: SON 2814L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the role of ultrasound in the second and third trimester. The curriculum discusses evaluation of the fetus including related anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology. Instruction focuses on normal and abnormal fetal conditions in pregnancy, including assessment of gestational age through biometry techniques, sonographic landmarks, and appearance of the fetal head, neck, spine, chest, abdomen, pelvis, extremities, and heart.


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  • SON 2150 - Neurosonology and Superficial Structures


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 2122C
    Corequisites: SON 2824L
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the sonographic imaging of the premature infant brain and the pathological processes that can affect it. The curriculum covers the sonographic appearance, pathological patterns, and pathophysiology of superficial structures including the thyroid, breast, scrotum, and prostate.


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  • SON 2814L - Clinical Practicum II


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 1804L
    AA Elective: No
    During this clinical experience, students continue to focus on competency of scanning skills while performing various patient imaging procedures. This course reinforces understanding of specific protocols, patient care, and proper exam documentation.


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  • SON 2824L - Clinical Practicum III


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 2814L
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a third clinical experience that continues to focus on competency of scanning skills including the technical and professional aspects of patient scanning in abdominal, obstetric, pelvic, and superficial structures.


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  • SON 2834L - Clinical Practicum IV


    24 hours Clinical, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisites: SON 2824L
    AA Elective: No
    This final clinical experience reinforces and broadens the skills gained in Clinical Practicum III (SON 2824). Students perform exams under indirect supervision while exercising critical thinking and independent judgment. Students must complete all required final clinical competencies.


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