Catalog/Handbook 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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MUT 2117 - Music Theory IV
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): MUT 2116
Corequisite(s): MUT 2247
AA Elective: Yes
This course completes the Music Theory course sequence with a study of styles of the Classic and Romantic Periods, particularly sonata, rondo and theme, and variation. Compositional studies include the use of chromaticism leading into the twentieth century and Basic Jazz Theory. The curriculum is comprised of projects in original composition and the formal analysis of significant works by leading composers of the period.
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MUT 2246 - Ear Training III
1 hour Lab, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
Corequisite(s): MUT 2116
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides a study of aural identification of progression including chords in root and their inversions. The curriculum includes sight reading using major and minor scales with accidentals, and skips of a fourth and sixth using solfeggio. The course also provides aural analysis of popular music styles.
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MUT 2247 - Ear Training IV
1 hour Lab, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
Corequisite(s): MUT 2117
AA Elective: Yes
This is the final course in the Ear Training sequence and provides an emphasis on tuning, modal scales, and chromatically altered melodies in sight singing.
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MVB 1311 - Applied Music: Brass
1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides private instruction on a student’s primary or secondary instrument, and is designed for music majors who have engaged in prior private study. Students who enroll in this course must have prior departmental approval and be music majors. Those who enroll in this course must enroll concurrently in Recital Seminar (MUS 1010L). This course provides a study of assigned technical exercises and solo repertoires for performance and participation in a jury examination. Instruction is individualized to a student’s specific needs. This course may be repeated for credit.
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MVK 1111 - Beginning Piano
2 hours Lab, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
AA Elective: Yes
This course includes group instruction for those who have had no training on the keyboard. Basic materials such as scales, arpeggios, and chords, as well as simple keyboard literature are presented with the aim of developing facility for playing the instrument. This course may be repeated for a maximum of four credits.
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MVK 1311 - Applied Music: Piano
1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides private instruction on a student’s primary or secondary instrument, and is designed for music majors who have engaged in prior private study. Students who enroll in this course must have prior departmental approval and be music majors. Those who enroll in this course must enroll concurrently in Recital Seminar (MUS 1010L). This course provides a study of assigned technical exercises and solo repertoires for performance and participation in a jury examination. Instruction is individualized to a student’s specific needs. This course may be repeated for credit.
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MVK 2121 - Intermediate Piano
2 hours Lab, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): MVK 1111 or Permission of Instructor
AA Elective: Yes
Students who enroll in this course must have prior knowledge of keyboard writing, simple melodies and harmonies, intervals, and major and minor modes. During this course, students practice skills through playing ensemble pieces and two piano pieces. Less commonly used key signatures are employed. This course may be repeated for a maximum of four credits.
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MVP 1311 - Applied Music: Percussion
1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides private instruction on a student’s primary or secondary instrument, and is designed for music majors who have engaged in prior private study. Students who enroll in this course must have prior departmental approval and be music majors. Those who enroll in this course must enroll concurrently in Recital Seminar (MUS 1010L). This course provides a study of assigned technical exercises and solo repertoires for performance and participation in a jury examination. Instruction is individualized to a student’s specific needs. This course may be repeated for credit.
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MVS 1311 - Applied Music-Strings
1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides private instruction on a student’s primary or secondary instrument, and is designed for music majors who have engaged in prior private study. Students who enroll in this course must have prior departmental approval and be music majors. Those who enroll in this course must enroll concurrently in Recital Seminar (MUS 1010L). This course provides a study of assigned technical exercises and solo repertoires for performance and participation in a jury examination. Instruction is individualized to a student’s specific needs. This course may be repeated for credit.
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MVS 1316 - Applied Music - Guitar
1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides private instruction on a student’s primary or secondary instrument, and is designed for music majors who have engaged in prior private study. Students who enroll in this course must have prior departmental approval and be music majors. Those who enroll in this course must enroll concurrently in Recital Seminar (MUS 1010L). This course provides a study of assigned technical exercises and solo repertoires for performance and participation in a jury examination. Instruction is individualized to a student’s specific needs. This course may be repeated for credit.
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MVV 1111 - Beginning Voice
2 hours Lab, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This class provides instruction for beginning voice students. This course may be repeated for a maximum of four credits.
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MVV 1311 - Applied Music-Voice
1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides private instruction on a student’s primary or secondary instrument, and is designed for music majors who have engaged in prior private study. Students who enroll in this course must have prior departmental approval and be music majors. Those who enroll in this course must enroll concurrently in Recital Seminar (MUS 1010L). This course provides a study of assigned technical exercises and solo repertoires for performance and participation in a jury examination. Instruction is individualized to a student’s specific needs. This course may be repeated for credit.
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MVW 1311 - Applied Music-Woodwinds
1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
Corequisite(s): MUS 1010L
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides private instruction on a student’s primary or secondary instrument, and is designed for music majors who have engaged in prior private study. Students who enroll in this course must have prior departmental approval and be music majors. Those who enroll in this course must enroll concurrently in Recital Seminar (MUS 1010L). This course provides a study of assigned technical exercises and solo repertoires for performance and participation in a jury examination. Instruction is individualized to a student’s specific needs. This course may be repeated for credit.
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NUR 1020C - Foundations of Nursing Practice
5 hours Lecture, 12 hours Clinical, 9 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing Program
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): BSC 2086C (if not previously completed)
Corequisite(s): NUR 1140C
AA Elective: No
This course introduces nursing as a profession and the nurse’s role as a collaborative member of the healthcare team. The course surveys the necessary requirements in providing safe, competent, holistic, and evidenced-based care, and fosters the development of a professional identity in the student nurse. The course provides information and skills that are essential in caring for older adult patients with imbalances in homeostasis that affect biological systems as well as human dimensions. The learner is introduced to common health problems that are likely to result in chronic illness in the older-adult population. Clinical hours are completed through a combination of on-campus activities, and off-site clinical experiences in long-term care and other healthcare settings.
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NUR 1051C - Health Professional to RN: Transition I
5 hours Lecture, 12 hours Clinical, 9 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing Program: Transition Option
Corequisite(s): DEP 2004 and MCB 2010C (if not previously completed), and NUR 1140C
AA Elective: No
This course introduces the experienced healthcare worker to the functional and professional roles of the registered nurse. The course provides a study of the information, skills, and evidenced-based practices used to care for patients with homeostatic imbalances that affect biological systems and human dimensions. Clinical focus is on the development of the nurse-patient relationship, and mastery of skills for care of adults in acute care settings and the elderly in long-term care facilities. Clinical hours are completed through on-campus activities and at off-site clinical experiences in long-term care and other healthcare settings.
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NUR 1140C - Pharmacology
2.5 hours Lecture, 1.5 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Admission to AS Program 25515 or 25615
Corequisite(s): NUR 1020C or NUR 1051C
AA Elective: No
This course focuses on the nursing process and the role of the nurse as the provider of care in the administration of pharmacologic agents that are used to restore, promote, and maintain homeostasis. Content includes drug dosage calculations and the pharmacokinetics, actions, uses, side effects, and toxic effects of prototype drugs in the major drug classifications. If it has been more than three years since the student completed this course, it must be repeated upon admission into the Nursing Program.
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NUR 1254C - Nursing Care of the Adult Patient
5 hours Lecture, 12 hours Clinical, 9 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): NUR 1020C, NUR 1140C, and BSC 2086C
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): DEP 2004 and MCB 2010C
AA Elective: No
This course focuses on the role of the nurse in providing safe, competent, holistic, and evidence-based care for adult patients with increasingly complex pathophysiological imbalance in homeostasis and the resultant unmet physical and psychosocial needs. Focus is placed on complex interventions to assist patients to promote, maintain, and restore homeostasis, with an emphasis on common health problems that are more likely to result in acute illness and/or surgical interventions. The course provides a study of interventions used to assist patients to regain optimal health, as well as those that relate to problems of adjustment and deviant patterns of behavior. Clinical hours are completed through a combination of on-campus activities and off-site clinical experiences, primarily in acute care facilities.
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NUR 1930 - Nursing Topics
2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director
AA Elective: No
This course discusses techniques for calculating safe medication doses for oral and parenteral medications. Example calculations are presented for each objective. This course is designed for review or remediation in drug dosage calculations.
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NUR 2321C - Health Professional to RN: Transition II
5 hours Lecture, 12 hours Clinical, 9 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): NUR 1051C, NUR 1140C, DEP 2004, and MCB 2010C
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): Any approved Humanities course (if not previously completed)
AA Elective: No
This course focuses on the role of the nurse in providing safe, competent, holistic, and evidence-based care for pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations, from the perspective of growth and development, to the occurrence of maturational and situational crises. Individuals study interventions used to promote and maintain optimal physical and mental health for individuals in these populations and their families within the context of growth and development. Clinical hours are completed through a combination of on-campus activities and off-site clinical experiences in acute care facilities and community agencies.
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NUR 2600C - Nursing of the Family
4 hours Lecture, 12 hours Clinical, 8 credits
Lower-division college credit
Prerequisite(s): NUR 1254C, DEP 2004, and MCB 2010C
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): Any approved Humanities course (if not previously completed)
AA Elective: No
The focus of this course is to further develop the role of the nurse as a provider of care and coordinator of care for patient populations of women, children, and families. Emphasis is placed on wellness-to-illness concepts; health promotion; patient education; principles of growth and development; and family, community, and care-based interventions. Clinical hours are a combination of on-campus activities and off-site clinical experiences in acute care facilities and community agencies that facilitate critical thinking, clinical reasoning, clinical judgment, and patient advocacy.
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NUR 2744C - Advanced Comprehensive Nursing Care
5 hours Lecture, 15 hours Clinical, 10 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): NUR 2600C and Any approved Humanities course
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ENC 1102
AA Elective: No
This course focuses on the role of the nurse in providing safe, competent, and holistic evidence-based care for patients with complex pathophysiological homeostatic imbalances that result in unmet needs and physiological crises. Individuals study advanced concepts and skills that assist patients and families to reestablish homeostasis or to meet death with comfort and dignity. The course also focuses on the professional transition from student to graduate. Clinical hours are completed through a combination of on-campus activities and off-site clinical experiences in a variety of healthcare facilities.
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NUR 2762C - Health Professional to RN: Transition III
5 hours Lecture, 9 hours Clinical, 8 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): NUR 2321C and Any approved Humanities course
Corequisite(s): ENC 1102 (if not previously completed)
AA Elective: No
This course focuses on the professional role of the nurse within the context of specialized units. Emphasis is on the skills needed to provide competent, safe, evidenced-based care for patients with complex pathophysiological homeostatic imbalances that result in multiple unmet needs and physiological crises. Students study and apply advanced concepts and skills necessary to assist clients to reestablish homeostasis or meet death with comfort and dignity. Clinical focus is on the care of patients in critical care environments, and on the transition from student to graduate. Clinical hours are completed through a combination of on-campus activities and off-campus activities at various community healthcare facilities.
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NUR 3065 - Health Assessment
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): NUR 3825
AA Elective: No
This course provides a study of the essential skills necessary for comprehensive health assessment and promotion of health strategies that model and promote healthy lifestyle behaviors.
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NUR 3125 - Nursing Science and Pathophysiology
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): NUR 3825
AA Elective: No
This course presents biological, genetic, and environmental components that contribute to health and illness within a framework of human caring. The course emphasizes relating the signs, symptoms, diagnostic findings, and drug therapies of common disease processes.
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NUR 3825 - Professional Role Transformation
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENC 1101 and acceptance to the RN to BSN Program.
AA Elective: No
This course explores the theoretical, philosophical, and ethical dimensions of nursing practice within the profession and discipline as part of the universe of healthcare. The curriculum emphasizes personal reflection and the value of baccalaureate educational preparation.
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NUR 3846 - Nursing Theory
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): NUR 3825
AA Elective: No
In this course, students critique and apply published theories as they relate to professional nursing practice.
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NUR 4638C - Individual, Family, and Population Health
5 hours Lecture, 2 hours Practicum, 6 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): NUR 3825
AA Elective: No
This course explores and applies evidenced-based practices to risk reduction and disease management (for both individuals and populations) using a variety of assessments and culturally sensitive, health-promoting interventions. Students analyze factors that contribute to individual, population, and global health. The course requires a community clinical practicum.
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NUR 4775 - Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): STA 2023
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): NUR 3825
AA Elective: No
This course enables students to explore evidence-based nursing practice; investigate compelling questions; evaluate current evidence; and propose safe, timely, patient-centered, cost-effective, efficient, and effective improvements to nursing practice. In addition, students are exposed to principles of information literacy and health information technologies that improve clinical outcomes.
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NUR 4827 - Nursing Leadership and Management
4 hours Lecture, 4 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): NUR 3825
AA Elective: No
In this course, students apply the fundamental concepts of organizational leadership and management to promote effective evidenced-based decision making, communication, delegation, and conflict resolution skills. In addition, students examine varied leadership theories and management functions, review professional nursing roles and nursing advocacy options, and reflect on challenges and opportunities for career advancement.
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NUR 4940C - Professional Nursing Excellence
5 hours Lecture, 2 hours Practicum, 6 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all other NUR program courses.
AA Elective: No
This capstone experience focuses on the critical reasoning and communication skills necessary for providing quality care across diverse healthcare settings. Students apply the principles and skills introduced in previous coursework to complete an evidence-based project. Students foster an appreciation of lifelong learning through reflection on personal and professional growth and consideration of career advancement opportunities. This course requires clinical practice hours.
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OTH 1001C - Introduction to Occupational Therapy and Lab
4 hours Lecture, 4 hours Lab, 5 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course introduces the historical, philosophical, clinical, and ethical aspects of Occupational Therapy. National and state guidelines for certification and licensure are examined. This course introduces the professional roles of the OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered) and COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant), as well as the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework. Students study occupation-based and holistic interventions, communication skills, and basic patient care skills (such as infection control, patient transfer, patient positioning, wheelchair mobility, etc.). The lab component provides hands-on opportunities to prepare for the Level I Fieldwork, Physical Dysfunction (OTH 1802) rotation that is scheduled in the summer.
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OTH 1014C - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology I and Lab I
3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): BSC 2086C
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 palpation skills. Students study myology and neurology of the abdomen, back, pelvic girdle, and lower extremities; the upper extremity, head, and neck are also introduced. This course includes instruction in manual muscle testing, basic therapeutic exercise, and gait evaluation.
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OTH 1019C - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology II and Lab
3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): OTH 1014C
AA Elective: No
This lecture and laboratory course provides instruction in the myology and neurology of the face, neck, shoulder girdle, and upper extremities. The lab portion of the course practices manual muscle testing and basic therapeutic exercises, and enables the students to identify anatomical landmarks through palpation skills. The course also covers basic neuroanatomy.
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OTH 1520C - Pediatric Principles and Interventions in Occupational Therapy
2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): BSC 2085C
AA Elective: No
This course examines the role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in the pediatric setting and the necessary skills for a competent practice. Normal and abnormal developmental issues and congenital and acquired pathologies are discussed. Students practice and demonstrate application of OT evaluation tools, treatment techniques and approaches, communication skills, and documentation methods. This course examines the adaptive equipment and assistive technology used with the pediatric population.
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OTH 1800 - Level I Fieldwork
160 hours Practicum, 2 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): OTH 1001, OTH 2300C, OTH 1520C, and BSC 2086C
AA Elective: No
This fieldwork experience consists of four consecutive weeks (160 contact hours) in a site providing occupational therapy services to clients (ranging from infancy to older adults) in a community-based, outpatient, in-patient, or home-based setting. The student explores assessment and treatment interventions currently used by clinicians to address impaired psychological and social factors affecting occupational performance. Opportunities to practice communication skills and therapeutic use-of-self with patients and staff members are provided. Basic patient care (e.g., patient transfer, positioning, bed mobility, infection control, data gathering, and assistance with therapeutic activities) may also be incorporated. In addition to being supervised by qualified occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants, a student may also have the opportunity to be supervised by qualified professionals from other disciplines (as pertinent in the clinical setting, and relevant to specific learning objectives).
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OTH 2125C - Therapeutic Modalities and Lab
2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): OTH 2420C
Corequisite(s): OTH 1019C
AA Elective: No
This lecture and laboratory course provides an overview of the neurophysiological, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular bases for the application of therapeutic exercise. The course introduces various types of exercises, exercise equipment, general exercise protocols, and Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs) such as paraffin, moist heat, and electric stimulation.
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OTH 2131C - Activity Analysis and Capstone
3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 6 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): OTH 1014C, OTH 2420C, and OTH 2300C
Corequisite(s): OTH 1019C
AA Elective: No
In this course, students practice analyzing functional tasks and breaking down their sequential steps into individual components. The course examines the methods and rationale for adapting and grading tasks to fit and meet patients’ functional, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensorial deficits. Students design and develop treatment plans and select clinically sound interventions to meet the needs of the clients.
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OTH 2300C - Psychosocial Occupational Therapy and Lab
2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2012
AA Elective: No
In this course, students discuss Occupational Therapy theories and practice in the psychosocial setting, the role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) working with specific psychiatric diagnoses, and psychiatric disorders and their specific symptoms and pathologies. The impact of psychiatric illness on occupational performance is examined. Occupation-based evaluation tools, treatment approaches, communication and interaction skills, documentation, and group dynamics are practiced in relation to the client with psychosocial dysfunctions.
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OTH 2420C - Physical Dysfunction Interventions and Principles in Occupational Therapy
4 hours Lecture, 4 hours Lab, 5 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): BSC 2086C
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): HSC 2554
Corequisite(s): OTH 1014C if not previously completed
AA Elective: No
This course discusses the skills needed to perform basic assessment procedures and treat adults with functional deficits caused by medical, orthopedic, and neurological conditions. Students examine and practice the use of evaluation tools, treatment techniques, and approaches applied to specific diagnoses. Orthotics and adaptive devices utilized with specific diagnoses are studied. Basic splinting skills also are practiced. This course emphasizes geriatric conditions and treatments.
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OTH 2840 - Level II Fieldwork: Physical Dysfunction
320 hours Practicum, 6 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): All academic courses completed
AA Elective: No
This 8-week course provides entry-level clinical skills necessary to work with patients with medical and physical deficits. Students are assigned to a clinical site under the direct supervision of an OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered) or COTA (Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant). Students practice skills related to evaluative procedures, treatment planning, interventions, and effective communication and interaction with patients and staff.
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OTH 2841 - Level II Fieldwork: Psychosocial
320 hours Practicum, 6 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): All academic courses completed
AA Elective: No
This 8-week training course provides entry-level clinical skills necessary to work with patients with diverse psychosocial deficits. Completion of this clinical experience is not contingent upon completion of the first Level II clinical fieldwork, as these are not sequential experiences. Students are assigned to a clinical site under the direct supervision of an OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered) or COTA (Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant). Students practice entry-level skills related to evaluative procedures, treatment planning, interventions, management of patient care, management of the occupational therapy clinic, methods of documentation, and effective communication and interaction with patients and staff.
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PAD 3806 - Foundations of Public Administration
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course examines the functionality and processes of federal, state, and local governments. The major emphasis of study is on public administration at all levels of U.S. government, including the interrelation of federal, state, and local governance.
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PAD 3820 - Public Safety Systems Integration
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This is a survey course of public safety systems integration that emphasizes the study of inter-agency effectiveness and relationships. Students study the roles and responsibilities of public safety agencies and the value of system integration.
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PAD 4152 - The Changing Environment of Society, Business, and Government
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course compares the various components of local, state, and federal government, and includes a systematic study of executive organizations. It covers the changing needs of society, businesses, and consumers.
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PAD 4204 - Financial Management in the Public Sector
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course is designed to provide an introduction to fiscal management in the public sector. The curriculum prepares individuals to serve in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government. It includes a study of the roles, development, and principles of public administration, as well as the ethical issues, research, and decision-making framework required of a financial manager who is charged with maximizing shareholders’ wealth.
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PAD 4393 - Critical Incident Management
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): DSC 3079
AA Elective: No
This course examines the implementation of management systems used to command critical incidents. The curriculum examines the skills, techniques, and communication requirements necessary to resolve significant emergency situations.
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PAD 4414 - Human Resource Management in the Public Sector
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course examines the challenges faced by human resource managers in the public sector. Topics of study include recruiting, hiring, legal and compliance issues, training and development, performance, compensation, and benefits as these items relate to the public sector.
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PAD 4604 - Regulatory Policy, Ethics, and Administration Law for the Public Sector
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course identifies the roles of managers in the public sector, as well as the laws, statutes, and compliance guidelines for businesses working with the public sector. The curriculum includes compliance, integrity, ethics, Sunshine laws, whistle-blowing, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as other case law.
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PAD 4874 - Public Sector Community Relations
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course provides a study of the role of the public administration or public safety professional within the community. The curriculum relates community influences to organizational behavior, and addresses the ethical and professional development of relationships between public agencies and the community.
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PAD 4878 - Capstone Experience: Public Safety Management
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director. Permission is contingent upon successful completion of all program core courses except GEB 4891, and completion of all required specialization courses.
AA Elective: No
This course provides an opportunity for the student to complete a professional project and apply information and skills studied in core and concentration program courses under the direction of the professor. Successful completion of the course requires demonstration of achievement of the program’s learning outcomes. This course should be completed in the last term before graduation.
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PAD 4879 - Capstone Experience: Public Administration
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in this course requires permission of the Program Director. Permission is contingent upon successful completion of all program core courses and all required specialization courses.
AA Elective: No
This course provides an opportunity for the student to complete a professional project and apply information and skills studied in core and concentration program courses under the direction of the professor. Successful completion of the course requires demonstration of achievement of the program’s learning outcomes. This course should be completed in the last term before graduation.
Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course.
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PAD 4932 - Contemporary Issues in Public Safety Management
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
AA Elective: No
This course provides an introduction to issues related to an area of legal, political, or social management that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. Specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. Students should refer to the class schedule for specific course content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.
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PEM 1116 - Exercise Fitness
2 hours Lab, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides instruction in exercises designed to improve the following components of fitness: cardiovascular endurance, strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility. Instruction in the safe and appropriate use of warm-up and cool-down activities, and the incorporation of exercise to release stress is included. This course may not be repeated for credit or used to meet the General Education Health and Wellness requirement.
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PEM 1145 - Weight Training and Jogging
2 hours Lab, 1 credit
Lower-Division College Credit
AA Elective: Yes
This course provides instruction in and emphasis on the development of physical fitness through a variety of exercises using free weights, machines, and jogging or running. This course may not be repeated for credit or used to meet the General Education Health and Wellness requirement.
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PGY 1100C - Black and White Photography I
2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
AA Elective: Yes
This is an introductory course in black and white photography that imparts the basic skills, principles, and techniques of photography as a tool of communication and art. Instruction includes the use of the 35mm camera, film processing, and basic darkroom skills. Camera ownership (35 mm) is required by the third week of class.
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PGY 2102C - Black and White Photography II
2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): PGY 1100C
AA Elective: Yes
This course strengthens the fundamentals acquired in Photography I (PGY 1100C) and explores new photographic formats and techniques. Students explore advanced printing techniques, studio lighting, alternative film types, and the use of larger format cameras. Camera ownership (35 mm) is required by the third week of class.
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PGY 2201C - The Art of Photographic Lighting
2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): 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 2100 - Logic
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
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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PHT 1128C - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology I
3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Corequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): PHT 1128C
Corequisite(s): PHT 2252C and PHT 1213C
AA Elective: No
This is the second course of a two-part sequence that introduces the student to the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology as they pertain to human movement. The course provides an overview of the osteology of the head and upper limbs that enables identification of anatomical landmarks through use of palpation. The student receives detailed instruction in the myology and neurology of the face, shoulder girdle, and the upper extremities. The laboratory portion of the course provides an exploration of manual muscle testing techniques and some basic therapeutic exercise principles that can be applied to the face and the upper extremities. The course also covers basic neuroanatomy, introductory concepts of motor control, and motor relearning 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
Prerequisite(s): PHT 1128C and PHT 1250C
Corequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Corequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): PHT 1129C, PHT1213C, PHT 2252C, and BSC 2086C
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
2 hour Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Corequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): PHT 1801L and PHT 2220C
Corequisite(s): PHT 2931
AA Elective: No
This lecture and laboratory course provides an introductory study of the neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular bases for the application of therapeutic exercises, and is sequential in study with 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 joints of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and spine. The course also discusses the application of gait training for various pathologies and problems.
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PHT 2252C - Orthopedic Disabilities and Rehabilitation
3 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): PHT 1128C, PHT 1250C, and PHT 2220C
Corequisite(s): PHT 1129C and PHT 1213C
AA Elective: No
This course is designed as an overview of neurological disabilities, and introduces the basic principles and techniques of therapeutic exercises that can be applied to the prevention, correction, and restoration of function in specific neurological conditions. The laboratory aspect of the course reinforces the principles and concepts discussed during lectures.
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PHT 2253C - Neurological Disabilities and Rehabilitation
3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): PHT 2810L
Corequisite(s): PHT 2930
AA Elective: No
This course is designed as an overview of neurological disabilities, and introduces the basic principles and techniques of therapeutic exercises that can be applied to the prevention, correction, and restoration of function in specific neurological conditions. The laboratory aspect of the course reinforces the principles and concepts discussed during lectures.
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PHT 2810L - Physical Therapy Clinical Education II
200 hours Clinical, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): PHT 2810L and PHT 2253C
Corequisite(s): PHT 2930
AA Elective: No
This comprehensive clinical experience serves as the final practicum in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. The clinical experience focuses on total patient care through the application of information and skills from previous classes, use of time management, and focus on the interdisciplinary aspects of patient treatment. The student carries a patient caseload under the supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
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PHT 2930 - Clinical Correlations in Physical Therapy
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): PHT 2810L
Corequisite(s): PHT 2820L and PHT 2253C
AA Elective: No
This course provides the student with an opportunity to participate in the integrated treatment of patients with selected diagnoses. The student researches, explains, and applies information regarding treatment interventions for various diagnoses that are selected by the clinical and academic faculty. Discussions include guest speakers on specialty areas of treatment. 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
Prerequisite(s): PHT 1801L
Corequisite(s): PHT 2221C
AA Elective: No
This course provides an in-depth study of the structure and ethos of the physical therapy profession, and includes an exploration of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and its participation in current legislative issues. The student is exposed to reimbursement issues, interdisciplinary treatment approaches, biomedical ethics, and selected topics that influence patient interaction. Projects focus on the development of strong oral and written communication skills for patient education and interaction.
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PHY 2020C - Fundamentals of Physics
3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing, and completion of 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
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing, and completion of 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
Prerequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): Requires completion of MAC 1114 or MAC 1147 with a grade of C or better, or an appropriate score on a placement test.
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
Prerequisite(s): 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
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
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 2930 - Special Topics in Political Science
1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
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.
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PPE 2001 - Personality Theories of Psychology
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): 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 various therapeutic techniques and practical applications for these cognitive perspectives. The course presents techniques and applications that can be applied to counseling, childcare, and healthcare professions; business relationships; educational environments; vocational skills and training; and personal growth.
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PSC 1121 - Survey of Physical Science
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading, writing, and mathematics.
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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PSY 2930 - Special Topics in Psychology
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
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.
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QMB 3600 - Quantitative Methods in Business
3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the BAS Program and a grade of C or better in MAC 1105 or MGF 1106.
AA Elective: No
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
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in REA 0007, an appropriate placement examination score, or developmental education exemption.
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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RED 3009 - Early and Emergent Literacy
3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Upper-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): EEC 3301
Corequisite(s): EEC 3301
AA Elective: No
This course surveys theories and practices applied to early literacy development. The teacher candidate examines and applies research-based approaches that are used in fostering the development of oral language and vocabulary, phonemic and phonological awareness, concepts of print, and comprehension. The role of emergent language and literacy learning in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking are explored while addressing the social, emotional, physical, and creative development of young children. This course covers instructional strategies and related activities that foster a balanced, differentiated, positive, and constructive approach towards literacy learning for young children. In addition to class meetings, field experiences in a kindergarten to grade-three educational setting are required. This course satisfies competencies for the Florida Reading Endorsement.
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