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EPCT 1344 - Environmental Sampling & Analysis
CIP Code: 15.0507
Credit(s): 3
Sampling protocol, procedures, quality control, preservation technology, and field analysis. Emphasis on analysis commonly performed by the field technician. Select monitoring equipment; calibrate instruments for sampling and field analysis; identify preservation procedures; demonstrate representative sampling methods; and prepare and evaluate documentation associated with sampling and field analysis. 1,2,3,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 2401 or OSHT 1405 / EPCT 2300 / EPCT 1349
Faculty Consent: N
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EPCT 1349 - Environmental Regulation Interpretation and Applications
CIP Code: 15.0507
Credit(s): 3
An in-depth study of the major federal and state environmental regulations. Identify the major environmental regulations; explain the goals of the major environmental regulations; interpret and apply major environmental regulations; and identify the written documentation requirements to maintain environmental compliance. 1,2,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 1301 / OSHT 1309 / OSHT 1316 / OSHT 1320 / OSHT 1313
Faculty Consent: N
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EPCT 2300 - Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
CIP Code: 15.0507
Credit(s): 3
A detailed study of the United States Department of Transportation regulations with emphasis on identifying applicable regulations recommending compliance strategies in the transport of dangerous and hazardous materials. Examination of the regulatory requirements for employees and employers involved in all modes of transportation including road, rail, aircraft, and marine vessels. Access and utilize the U.S. Department of Transportation Title 49 CFR regulations; describe safe practices in labeling, handling, storing, or loading materials and products; and match appropriate compliance strategies to satisfy regulatory requirements. 1,2,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 1301 / OSHT 1309 / OSHT 1316 / OSHT 1320 / OSHT 1313
Faculty Consent: N
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EPCT 2331 - Industrial Hygiene Applications
CIP Code: 15.0507
Credit(s): 3
A study of the industrial environment and its relation to worker’s health. This course provides training in anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and controlling health hazards–particularly chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic factors existing in the workplace and having injurious effects on workers. The course also introduces training in instrumentation used in monitoring and measuring health hazards in the workplace and covers current issues in industrial hygiene. Identify the impact of hazards on workers; interpret and apply regulations in a business environment; gather, manage, and analyze data; apply professional standards; and prepare reports on various areas of industrial hygiene based on student investigations. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 2401 or OSHT 1405 / ECPT 2300 / EPCT 1349
Faculty Consent: N
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EPCT 2333 - Environmental Toxicology
CIP Code: 15.0507
Credit(s): 3
A review of the research determining the systematic health effects of exposures to chemicals. Discussion of risk factors, routes of entry, control measures, and acute and chronic
effects.
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 1301 - Introduction to Safety and Health
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the basic concepts of safety and health. Indentify appropriate procedures to minimize or prevent injuries and illness in the workplace; incorporate job safety analysis (JSA) and appropriate training; and name elements of an effective safety culture. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 1309 - Physical Hazards Control
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
A study of the physical hazards in industry and the methods of workplace design and redesign to control hazards. Emphasis on the regulation codes and standards associated with the control of physical hazards. Identify the common physical hazards in industry; design a hazard free work environment; utilize hazard recognition techniques to implement safe control practices; descrive the hazard control measures used in workplace designs; and list Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and other applicable codes and describe their applications. 1,2,4,5,6
Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Reading Requirement
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 1313 - Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
Provides a basis for understanding the nature of occupational hazard recognition, accident prevention, loss reduction, inspection techniques, and accident investigation analysis. Describe the components of an effective accident investigation; analyze factors which contributed to accidents; recommend appropriate changes to prevent further accidents; and explain the components of an effective safety inspection and make appropriate recommendations to correct hazards identified by the inspection. 1,2,4,5,6
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 1316 - Material Handling
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
Proper methods for material handling and storage including safety practices, proper equipment usage, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment. Explain precautions and controls to eliminate injuries due to manual material handling and storage; explain proper material handling engineering principles regarding hoisting and conveying equipment; describe the safe work practices utilizing ropes, chains, and slings; identify toxic hazards of handled materials and establish the necessary precautions; identify industry regulations necessary for formal training materials. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 1320 - Energy Industrial Safety
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
An overview for industrial workers of state/federal regulations and guidelines which require industrial safety training. Topics include the 29 C.F.R. 1910 and 1926 and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E standards such as confined space entry, emergency action, lock out/tag out, arc flas,h and other work related subjects. Describe the basic components of safety, health, and environmental systems as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration; describe Hazardous Waste Operator (HAZWOPER) standards; locate Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and interpret data; select and don Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); perform lock out/tag out procedures; complete a confined space and hot work permit; select and employee fall protection equipment; and fill out a Job Hazard Analysis. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 1405 - OSHA Regulations-Construction Industry
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 4
A study of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertinent to the construction industry. Lab fee requied. Identify the OSHA regulations which apply to the construction industry; and demonstrate proficiency in retrieving specific information from Title 29 C.F.R. Part 1926 regulations. 1,2,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 1301 / OSHT 1309 / OSHT 1316 / OSHT 1320 / OSHT 1313
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 2305 - Ergonomics and Human Factors in Safety
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
The relationship of human behavior and ergonomics as applied to workplace safety. Explain the psychology of human behavior as it relates to workplace safety; identify ergonomic hazards; recommend appropriate controls; and relate the human and workplace factors which contribute to ergonomic hazards. 1,2,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 2401 or OSHT 1405 / EPCT 2300 / ECPT 1349
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 2309 - Safety Program Management
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
Examine the major safety management issues that affect the workplace including safety awareness, loss control, regulatory issues, and human behavior modification. Develop and implement safety program; describe cost benefit analysis; summarize the basic components of human behavior modification; apply the components of the safety audit process including record keeping requirements. 1,2,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 2301 or OSHT 1405 / EPCT 2300 / ECPT 1349
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 2337 - Advanced Risk Management
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
An exploration of safety management systems such as ANSI Z10 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems; OSHAS 18000 18001:2007 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems Requirements 18002:2008 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems Guidelines for Implementation; ISO13000 Risk Manager Standards as ANSI Z69-1:2011 Vocabulary for Risk Management Principles and Guidelines Z690-3:2011 Risk Assessment Techniques; The FAA Safety Management Systems and such other similar programs as may be appropriate. Interpret and apply the safety management systems in a business, government, or other workplace organization. Draft a plan based on one or more of these systems. Explain the applicability of these systems. Illustrate how to harmonize safety management systems with the operational purposes and functions of the enterprise. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 2401 or OSHT 1405 / EPCT 2300 / EPCT 1349
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 2401 - OSHA Regulations-General Industry
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 4
A study of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertinent to general industry. Identify the OSHA regulations which apply to general industry; and demonstrate proficiency in retreiving specific information from Title 29 C.F.R. Part 1910 regulations. 1,2,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 1301 / OSHT 1309 / OSHT 1316 / OSHT 1320 / OSHT 1313
Faculty Consent: N
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OSHT 2488 - Internship - Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 4
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry; and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. 1,2,5,6
Faculty Consent: Y
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OHSM 3311 - Management of Hazardous Materials
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
An examination of how managers plan for and address hazardous material incidents and emergencies within an organization. Analysis of escalated incidents and emergency events to determine recovery steps for contingency planning. Students will discuss the federal laws that affect the contents and labeling of household and other products; employ figures within the textbook to describe the general practices recommended for EH&S professionals when they encounter a hazardous materials incident involving the major categories discussed within each unit; illustrate an understanding of basic DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations from identification, classification, labeling, marking, transporting, and emergency response; illustrate the importance of chemical factors in corrosive materials, water-reactive substances, toxic substances, oxidizers, organic compounds and polymeric materials; summarize the importance of chemical factors in handling, storage and use of explosive materials and radioactive materials.
Faculty Consent: Y
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OHSM 3312 - Process Safety Management
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
Discusses the major components that contribute to an effective process safety management program by providing safety managers methods to measure performance, facilitate metrics, integrate various roles of an organization into a process safety program, meet regulatory requirements, and establish and maintain a safety culture. Students will describe the key principles of OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard; describe the purpose of process safety metrics and classify metrics by using the process safety pyramid; develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of PSM program implementation; use strategies to convert documented metrics into actions that resolve incidents within an organization; demonstrate analytical and decision-making skills in simulated critical incident situations; prepare a post incident analysis for a simulated critical incident.
Faculty Consent: Y
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OHSM 4311 - Legal Aspects of Health and Safety
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 3
Discussion of management’s legal responsibilities and proactive measures to ensure compliance with OSHA’s General Duty Clause. Examination of management’s legal obligation to protect employees from the potential work hazards within different work environments. Students will describe and participate in the rulemaking, enforcement, and adjudication in the occupational health and safety regulatory system; discuss the duty to comply, the general duty clause, and employee and employer rights
associated with each; recognize specific employee rights associated with refusal to work and whistleblower protection; identify how management can contest a citation and a penalty associated with an OSHA finding and discuss the enforcement of criminal violations and the judicial review process of said violations; appraise and explain the need for imminent danger inspections.
Faculty Consent: Y
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OHSM 4413 - Emergency Management and Contingency Planning
CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit(s): 4
Addresses organizational emergency planning and management from the perspective of a safety manager. Provides a basis for safety leaders within an organization to systematically identify and evaluate the hazards that create the potential for disaster, along with guidelines for mitigating and minimizing the impact ofthose events. Will provide an evaluation of industry standards and practices to develop a strategic guide for management to prepare for and recover from any emergency or disaster. Students will develop an Emergency Contingency Response Plan; conduct an emergency drill based on the Emergency Response Plan; apply the steps in the planning process; identify doctrine and guidance for emergency planning.
Faculty Consent: Y
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MRMT 1407 - Medical Transcription I
CIP Code: 51.0708
Credit(s): 4
Fundamentals of medical transcription with hands-on experience in transcribing actual physician dictation including basic reports such as history and physicals discharge summaries consultations operative reports and other medical reports. Utilizes technology compatible with industry standards. Designed to develop speed and accuracy. Lab fee required. 1,2,3
Prerequisite(s): HITT 1205
Requisite(s): HITT 1205
Faculty Consent: N
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POFM 1302 - Medical Software Applications
CIP Code: 51.0716
Credit(s): 3
Medical software applications for the management and operation of health care information systems. Students will utilize medical software applications; manage patient database; process billing; maintain schedules and generate reports.
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 1301 - Business English
CIP Code: 52.0501
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to a practical application of basic
language usage skills with emphasis on
fundamentals of writing and editing for business.
1,2
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 1319 - Records and Information Management I
CIP Code: 52.0401
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to basic records information
management systems including manual and electronic
filing. Students will identify the states in the
life cycle of a record; file and retrieve records
using filing systems; and differentiate between manual and electronic filing.
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 1331 - Numeric Keypad Applications
CIP Code: 52.0408
Credit(s): 3
Skill development in the operation of numeric keypad. Demonstrate competency in the operation of a numeric keypad; and develop speed and accuracy. 5,2,3,5,6
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 1409 - Administrative Office Procedures I
(ofst 2421)
CIP Code: 52.0401
Credit(s): 4
Study of current office procedures duties and
responsibilities applicable to an office
environment. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 1413 - Professional Workforce Preparation
CIP Code: 52.0401
Credit(s): 4
Preparation for career success including ethics, interpersonal relations, professional attire, and advancement. Students will: demonstrate skills for seeking and securing employment; apply problem-solving techniques; identify attitudes and values that contribute to career success; demonstrate how to work effectively as part of a team; exhibit business etiquette; and identify professional attire.
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 1425 - Business Math Using Technology
(ofst 1401)
CIP Code: 52.0408
Credit(s): 4
Skill development in business math problem-solving
using electronic technology. Lab fee required.
1,2,3
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 1429 - Beginning Keyboarding
(keyboarding & Document Formatting(1421)
CIP Code: 52.0408
Credit(s): 4
Skill development in the operation of the keyboard
by touch applying proper keyboarding techniques.
Emphasis on development of acceptable speed and
accuracy levels and formatting basic documunts.
Lab fee required. 1,2,3
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 2303 - Speed and Accuracy Building
CIP Code: 52.0408
Credit(s): 3
Review correct improve and/or perfect
touch-keyboarding techniques for the purpose of
increasing speed and improving accuracy.
This course id designed to be repaeated multiple
times to improve student proficiency. Lab fee
required. 1,2,3
Faculty Consent: N
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POFT 2312 - Bussiness Correspond & Commun
CIP Code: 52.0501
Credit(s): 3
Development of writing and presentation skills to produce effective business communications. (ICOs 1,2,3,4,5) Prerequisites: POFT 1301. (52.0501)
Prerequisite(s): POFT 1301
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POFT 2486 - Internship - Admin. Assistant
CIP Code: 52.0401
Credit(s): 4
A work-based learning experience that enables
the student to apply specialized occupational
theory skills and concepts. A learning plan is
developed by the college and the employer.
Faculty Consent: N
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HITT 1205 - Medical Terminology I
CIP Code: 51.0707
Credit(s): 2
Study of medical terms through word origin and
structure. Introduction to prefixes suffixes
root words plurals abbreviations and symbols
surgical procedures medical specialties and
diagnostic procedures. 1,2,3,4
Faculty Consent: N
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HITT 2339 - Health Information Organizationi and
Supervision
CIP Code: 51.0707
Credit(s): 3
Principles of organization and supervision of
human financial and physical resources. 1,2,3,4,6
Faculty Consent: N
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HPRS 1106 - Essentials of Medical Terminology
(biol 1170)
CIP Code: 51
Credit(s): 1
A study of word origin and structure through the
introduction of prefixes suffixes root words
plurals abbreviations and symbols surgical
procedures medical specialties and diagnostic
procedures. 1,2,5
Faculty Consent: N
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HPRS 1391 - Introduction to Health Professions
CIP Code: 51
Credit(s): 3
An overview of roles of various members of the
health care system educaitonal requirements and
issues affecting the delivery of health care.
Faculty Consent: N
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HPRS 2301 - Pathophysiology
CIP Code: 51
Credit(s): 3
This course is a study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics will include etiology symptoms pharmacology and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries. 1,2,5,6
Prerequisite(s): Take 1 of the following groups BIOL 2401 ; Minimum grade C; OR BIOL 2402 ; Minimum grade C; OR BIOL 2404 ; Minimum grade C
Requisite(s): Take 1 of the following groups BIOL 2401 ; Minimum grade C; OR BIOL 2402 ; Minimum grade C; OR BIOL 2404 ; Minimum grade C
Faculty Consent: N
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HPRS 2321 - Medical Law and Ethics for Health
Professionals
CIP Code: 51
Credit(s): 3
Principals procedures and regulations governing
the legal and ethical relationships among
physicians patients and health care
professionals. Includes current ethical issues
related to the various healthcare professions and
patient confidentiality. 1,2,3,5,6
Faculty Consent: N
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POFI 1449 - Spreadsheets (ofst 1406)
CIP Code: 52.0407
Credit(s): 4
Skill development in concepts procedures and
application of spreadsheets. This course is
designed to be repeated multiple times to improve
student proficiency. Lab fee required. 1,2,3
Faculty Consent: N
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POFI 2401 - Word Processing (ofst 1404)
CIP Code: 52.0407
Credit(s): 4
Word-processing software focusing on business
applications. This course is designed to be
repeated multiple times to improve student
proficiency. Lab fee required. 1,2,5
Faculty Consent: N
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POFI 2440 - Advanced Word Processing
CIP Code: 52.0407
Credit(s): 4
Advanced word processing techniques using merging macros graphics and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. This course is designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Emphasis on business applications. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5
Prerequisite(s): Take POFI 2401
Requisite(s): Take POFI 2401
Faculty Consent: N
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POFM 1202 - Medical Software Applications
(computers in Health Care -Ofst 2101)
CIP Code: 51.0716
Credit(s): 2
Medical software applications for the management
and operation of health care information systems.
Lab fee required. 1,2,3
Faculty Consent: N
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POFM 1300 - Basic Medical Coding (formerly:Medical Coding Basics)
CIP Code: 51.0716
Credit(s): 3
Presentation and application of basic coding rules principles guidelines and conventions utilizing various coding systems. 1,2,3,4
Requisite(s): Take HITT 1205
Faculty Consent: N
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POFM 1417 - Medical Administrative Support
CIP Code: 51.0716
Credit(s): 4
Instruction in medical office procedures including
appointment scheduling medical records creation
and maintenance telephone communications coding
billing collecting and third party
reimbursement. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5
Faculty Consent: N
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POFM 2310 - Intermediate Medical Coding
CIP Code: 51.0716
Credit(s): 3
Assignment and application of various coding guidelines with emphasis on physician billing and regulatory requirements. Includes code selection for Evaluation and Management (E/M) and Medical/Surgical cases. 1,2,3,4
Prerequisite(s): MDCA 1343
Faculty Consent: N
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POFM 2386 - Internship - Medical Administrative/
Executive Assistant and Medical Secretar
CIP Code: 51.0716
Credit(s): 3
A work-based learning experience that enables the
student to apply specialized occupational theory
skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed
by the college and the employer. 1,2,4,5,6
Faculty Consent: Y
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SPNL 1301 - Health Care Spanish
CIP Code: 16.0905
Credit(s): 3
Development of practical Spanish communication
skills for the health care employee including
medical terminology greetings common
expressions commands and phrases normally used
within a hospital or a physician?s office
necessary to facilitate the physical assessment of
a patient.
1,2
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1191 - Special Topics in Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Students will learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends. Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1301 - Legal Research & Writing
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Presents the fundamentals of legal research and writing emphasizing the paralegal’s role including resources and processes used in legal research and writing. 1,2,3,6
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1307
Corequisite(s): LGLA 1307
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1307 - Introduction to Law and the Legal Profes
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Overview of the law and the legal professions including legal concepts, systems, and terminology; substantive areas of law and the federal and state judicial systems; ethical obligations and regulations; professional trends and issues with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1313 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
An overview of the paralegal profession including, professional regulation, trends and issues, ethical obligations, and the paralegal’s role in the delivery of legal services. 1,2,4,5
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1345 - Civil Litigation
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Presents fundamental concepts and procedures of civil litigation including pretrial trial and post-trial phases of litigation and emphasizes paralegal’s role in civil litigation. 1,2
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1349 - Constitutional Law
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
An overview of the United States Constitution and its articles, amendments, and judicial interpretations. Includes separation of powers, checks and balances, governmental structures and process, and individual rights in relation to government. Use terminology relating to constitutional law; analyze sources relating to constitutional law; and identify the ethical considerations of the paralegal.
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1351 - Contracts
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Presents fundamental concepts of contract law including formation, performance, and enforcement of contracts under the common law and the Uniform Commercial Code with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in contract law. Use terminology relating to contract law; analyze sources relating to contract law; draft documents used in contract law; and
analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to contract law.
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: Y
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LGLA 1353 - Wills, Trusts & Probate Adm(legl 2311)
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Fundamental concepts of the law of wills trusts and probate administration emphasizing the paralegal’s role. 1,2,6
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 1355 - Family Law (formerly Legl 1304)
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Fundamental concepts of family law including formal and informal marriages divorce annulment marital property and the parent-child relationship with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in family law. 1,6
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 2239 - Certified Paralegal Exam Review (legl 2360)
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 2
A review of the mandatory and optional topics covered in the Certified Paralegal Examination administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants. 1.2.4.5
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 2303 - Torts & Personal Injury Law (legl 2312)
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Fundamental concepts of tort and personal injury law including intentional torts negligence and strict liability with emphasis on the paralegal’s role. 1,2,6
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 2309 - Real Property
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Presents fundamental concepts of real property law including the nature of real property, rights and duties of ownership, land use, voluntary and involuntary conveyances, and the recording of and searching for real estate documents emphasizing the paralegal’s role in property law. Use terminology relating to real property law; analyze sources relating to real property law; draft documents used in real property transactions; and analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal regarding real property law.
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 2311 - Business Organizations
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Basic concepts of business organizations including law of agency, sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and other emerging business entities with emphasis on the paralegal’s role. Use terminology relating to business organizations; analyze sources of law relating to business organizations; draft documents required for the formation, operation, and termination of business entities; and ethical considerations of the Paralegal relating to business entities.
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 2313 - Criminal Law & Procedure (legl 2355)
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Fundamental concepts of criminal law and procedure from arrest to final disposition including principles of federal and state law emphasizing the role of the paralegal in the criminal justice system. 1,3,6
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 2333 - Advanced Legal Document Preparation (former Legl2301)
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
Use of office technology skills in preparation of legal documents by paralegals based on hypothetical situations drawn from various areas of law. 2
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: N
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LGLA 2388 - Internship - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
CIP Code: 22.0302
Credit(s): 3
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. 1,2,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1301
Faculty Consent: Y
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PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy (formerly
Introduction to Philosophy I)
CIP Code: 38.01015112
Credit(s): 3
A study of major issues in philosophy and/or the work of major philosophical figures in philosophy. Topics in philosophy may include theories of reality theories of knowledge theories of value and their practical applications. 1,2,4,5,6
Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Reading Requirement
Faculty Consent: N
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PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions
CIP Code: 38.0201
Credit(s): 3
A comparative study of world religions, including but not limited to Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. 1,2,5,6
Faculty Consent: N
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PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics (formerly
Introduction to Philosophy II)
CIP Code: 38.01015312
Credit(s): 3
The systematic evaluation of classical and/or contemporary ethical theories concerning the good life human conduct in society morals and standards of value. 1,2,4,5,6
Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Reading Requirement
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1300 - Photo Digital Imaging I
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Computer and software instruction for electronic imaging. Includes color gray scale image conversion presentation and ethics. 4,8
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1313 - History of Photography (phot 2370)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
A historical survey of the technical and aesthetic development of photography. Topics include the beginnings of the medium inventors development of photographic equipment styles of the creative masters aesthetic themes and the social impact of photography. 6
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1341 - Color Photography I (phot 2371)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Examination of color theory as it applies to photography. Emphasis on color concepts and the intricacies of seeing and photographing in color. Students will learn how to select color films and filters for various photographic lighting conditions. Emphasis is on printing from color negatives with assignments designed to help the student identify the intricacies of seeing and photographing in color. Lab fee required. 14
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2348 or ARTS 2356
Requisite(s): ARTS 2356
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1343 - Expressive Photography (phot 2360)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
A study of formal professional and individual uses of photography by applying photographic technology to personalized needs. Emphasis on creative visual thinking problem solving and the exploration of personal vision. Lab fee required. 14
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2348
Requisite(s): ARTS 2348
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1345 - Illustrative Photography I (phot 2311)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Instruction in the technical aspects involved in commercial photography. Topics include lighting equipment techniques of production photography reproduction principles illustrative techniques and advertising. Students will learn how to organize and maintain equipment and materials in a photographic studio and select proper lighting for a variety of photographic studio situations. Lab fee required. 1
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2348 or PHTC 1300
Requisite(s): ARTS 2348 or PHTC 1300
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1347 - Landscape Photography
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Skill development in the inspection of the landscape visually and photographically utilizing various camera formats. Topics include exploration of historic geographical and cultural locations and review of landscape photographers. 4,6
Requisite(s): Take ARTS 2348 ;
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1349 - Photo Digital Imaging I (phot 2390)
Credit(s): 3
Instruction in the computer as an electronic darkroom. Topics include color and gray scale images and image conversion and presentation. Students will select and choose a variety of image-capture devices utilizing Adobe Photoshop. Computer scanning techniques include image control manipulation and enhancement of photographs and line art plus the importing and exporting of text and graphics from multiple sources. Lab fee required. 4,8
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1351 - Photojournalism I
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Presentation of photographic techniques used by photojournalists in newspapers magazines and trade publications including news feature sports editorial portraits and photo essays. Includes a study of layout design and the freelance market. Lab fee required. 1,2,5,6
Requisite(s): Take ARTS 2356 ;
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 1353 - Portraiture I (phot 2331)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Skill development in the photographic principles of portrait lighting posing and subject rapport. Introduces skills to produce professional studio portraiture. Practice gained by making photographs through actual work with adult and child models. Students will learn to assume leadership roles by directing posing techniques of models and selecting proper camera lenses and backgrounds during portrait sessions. Lab fee required. 1,3,5
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2348
Requisite(s): ARTS 2348
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 2301 - Intermediate Photography (phot 1361)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
SContinuation of ‘Fundamentals of Photography.’ Emphasizes social portrait studio fashion theatrical publicity and event photography. Students will select appropriate photo supplies and equipment for shooting assignments. Lab fee required. 1,4,6
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2348
Requisite(s): ARTS 2348
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 2331 - Architectural Photography
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Study of the equipment processes and procedures necessary for the photography of building exteriors and interiors dusk/night and night architectural landscapes and construction progress. Lab fee required. 1,4,6
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2356 or PHTC 1345
Requisite(s): ARTS 2356 or PHTC 1345
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 2340 - Photographic Studio Management
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
In-depth study of photography business management pricing market analysis promotion networking job acquisition and photographic equipment analysis. End-of-Course Outcomes: Explain process of establishing and operating a photographic business; write a job qualification brief and network protocol; develop studio pricing; outline a marketing campaign; and compile a business plan. 4,5
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 2341 - Color Photography II (phot 2372)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Advanced skill development in color image production. Emphasis on use of specialized color techniques and applications. Lab fee required. 1,4
Prerequisite(s): PHTC 1341
Requisite(s): PHTC 1341
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 2349 - Photo Digital Imaging II
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Advanced concepts in the use of the computer and software for photographic manipulation and output. Continued skill development in the use of the computer for retouching copying photographic restoration color correction data importation composite imaging and background dropout and replacement. Students will utilize layout and design programs such as Adobe Photoshop Adobe Lightroom Adobe Illustrator and others. Lab fee required. 1,4
Requisite(s): Take ARTS 2348
Faculty Consent: Y
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PHTC 2353 - Portraiture II (phot 2332)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Advanced concepts in the study of principles of effective portraiture with specific emphasis on unique presentation and environmental and location studies Lab fee required. 1,3,5
Prerequisite(s): PHTC 1353
Requisite(s): PHTC 1353
Faculty Consent: N
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PHTC 2380 - Co-Op Ed/Commercial Photography(2377)
CIP Code: 50.0406
Credit(s): 3
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college employer and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. 5,7,9,10,11
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 1201 - The Profession of Physical Therapy(ptap1401)
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 2
(2-0-0) Introduction to the profession of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist assistant. Legal professional and ethical concepts that help prepare the student to participate as a member of the health care team are studied. (ICOs 1 2 3 4 5) Prerequisite: BIOL 2402 . Corequisites: PTHA 1405 and PTHA 1413 . (51.0806)
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2402
Requisite(s): BIOL 2402 Take PTHA 1405 and PTHA 1413
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 1405 and PTHA 1413
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 1321 - Pathophysiology for the PTA
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 3
(3-0-0) Study of the pathophysiology of diseases/conditions encountered in physical therapy. The ability to acquire information specific to diagnoses that affect the physical therapy treatment setting diseases and injuries involving the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems and the need for physical therapy intervention are stressed. 1,2,4
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 1201 PTHA 1405 PTHA 1413
Requisite(s): PTHA 1201 PTHA 1405 PTHA 1413 Take PTHA 1325 and PTHA 1431
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 1325 and PTHA 1431
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 1325 - Communication in Health Care (ptap 1302
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 3
(3-0-0) Communication theories and principles for optimal delivery of health care. Encompasses psychosocial aspects of health care; verbal nonverbal and written communication skills; patient-practitioner interaction including working with diverse patient populations throughout the life span with special emphasis on the geriatric population; and concepts of the practitioner’s self-esteem and self-management and their impact on the health care setting. 1,2,4,6
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 1201 PTHA 1405 PTHA 1413
Requisite(s): PTHA 1201 PTHA 1405 PTHA 1413 Take PTHA 1321 and PTHA 1431
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 1321 and PTHA 1431
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 1405 - Basic Patient Care Skills
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(3-4-0) The application of basic patient handling functional skills communication and selected data collection techniques. Vital signs, medical asepsis, body mechanics, bed mobility and transfers, pre-ambulation activities and progressive gait training are studied. 1,2,3,4,5
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2402
Requisite(s): BIOL 2402 Take PTHA 1201 and PTHA 1413
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 1201 and PTHA 1413
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 1413 - Functional Anatomy
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(3-3-0) The relationship of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems to normal and abnormal movement. Provides the student with a working knowledge of the human musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems and an understanding of how these systems interact to produce efficient human movement. 1,2
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2402
Requisite(s): BIOL 2402 Take PTHA 1201 and PTHA 1405
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 1201 and PTHA 1405
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 1431 - Physical Agents (ptap 1502)
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(2-6-0) Biophysical principles, physiological effects, efficacy and application of physical agents. Thermal agents, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, electromagnetic radiations, electrical current, biofeedback, traction, intermittent compression, continuous passive motion, and therapeutic massage are studied. 1,2,3,4,5
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 1201 PTHA 1405 PTHA 1413
Requisite(s): PTHA 1201 PTHA 1405 PTHA 1413 Take PTHA 1321 and PTHA 1325
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 1321 and PTHA 1325
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 2201 - Essentials of Data Collection
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 2
(1-3-0) Data collection techniques used to assist in patient/client management. The acquisition of muscle function information by use of manual muscle testing; joint range of motion information by use of goniometry; gait information by use of gait observation; and data collection techniques for posture and balance information are included. 1,2,3,5
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 2460
Requisite(s): PTHA 2460 Take PTHA 2409 and PTHA 2435
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 2409 and PTHA 2435
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 2409 - Therapeutic Exercise (ptap 2601)
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(2-6-0) Concepts principles and application of techniques related to therapeutic exercise and functional training. In addition to exercise concepts various orthopedic conditions are studied with emphasis on diagnosis-specific precautions and treatment guidelines. 1,2,3,4,5
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 2460
Requisite(s): PTHA 2460 Take PTHA 2201 and PTHA 2435
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 2201 and PTHA 2435
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 2431 - Mgmt of Neurological Disorders(ptap2702
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(3-3-0) Comprehensive rehabilitation techniques of selected neurological disorders. Time management creative thinking decision-making problem-solving and reasoning abilities as they relate to progressing the plan of care are emphasized. This course is completed during the first part of the semester to allow for the final full-time clinical experiences. 1,2,3,4,5
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 2201 PTHA 2409 PTHA 2435
Requisite(s): PTHA 2201 PTHA 2409 PTHA 2435 Take PTHA 2461 and PTHA 2462
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 2461 and PTHA 2462
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 2435 - Rehabilitation Techniques (ptap 2702)
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
Comprehensive rehabilitation of selected diseases and disorders. Time management, creative thinking, decision-making, problem-solving and reasoning abilities as they relate to progressing the plan of care are emphasized. 1,2,3,4,5
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 2460
Requisite(s): PTHA 2460 Take PTHA 2201 and PTHA 2409
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 2201 and PTHA 2409
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 2460 - Clinical I-Physical Therapist Assistant
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(0-0-15) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This basic clinical provides the initial exposure to the clinical environment. Students observe and utilize skills obtained in the classroom and laboratory. Provides opportunities for selecting and applying procedures and equipment improving decision-making problem-solving and reasoning abilities. Consists of six weeks full-time experience under direct supervision by a licensed physical therapist or licensed physical therapist assistant. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 1321 PTHA 1325 PTHA 1431
Requisite(s): PTHA 1321 PTHA 1325 PTHA 1431
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 2461 - Clinical II - Physical Therapist AssistAssistant
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(0-0-15) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This clinical provides continued exposure to the clinical environment. Students observe and utlize skills obtained in the classroom and laboratory. Provides opportunities for selecting and applying procedures and equipment improving decision-making problem- solving and reasoning abilities. Consists of six weeks full-time experience under direct supervision by a licensed physical therapist or licensed physical therapist assistant. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 2201 PTHA 2409 PTHA 2435
Requisite(s): PTHA 2201 PTHA 2409 PTHA 2435 Take PTHA 2431 and PTHA 2462
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 2431 and PTHA 2462
Faculty Consent: N
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PTHA 2462 - Clinical III - Physical Therapist Assist
CIP Code: 51.0806
Credit(s): 4
(0-0-15) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This clinical provides the final clinical experience. Students observe and utilize skills obtained in the classroom and laboratory. Provides opportunities for selecting and applying procedures and equipment improving decision-making problem-solving and reasoning abilities. Consists of six weeks full-time experience under direct supervision by a licensed physical therapist or licensed physical therapist assistant. Upon completion of this clinical a capstone experience in the form of a mock state board exam is required. 1,2,3,4,5,6
Prerequisite(s): PTHA 2201 PTHA 2409 PTHA 2435
Requisite(s): PTHA 2201 PTHA 2409 PTHA 2435 Take PTHA 2431 and PTHA 2461
Corequisite(s): Take PTHA 2431 and PTHA 2461
Faculty Consent: N
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PHYS 1401 - College Physics I
CIP Code: 40.08015303
Credit(s): 4
A study of classical mechanics molecular physics and heat with applications. Recommended for students of medicine dentistry veterinary medicine optometry biology and architecture. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical-thinking skills and mathematics to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2412
Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI English Requirements Pass TSI Math Requirement Pass TSI Reading Requirement
Faculty Consent: N
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PHYS 1402 - College Physics II
CIP Code: 40.08015303
Credit(s): 4
A study of classical electricity magnetism mechanical wave motion optics and practical aspects of modern physics. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical-thinking skills and mathematics to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4
Requisite(s): PHYS 1401 ;
Faculty Consent: N
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PHYS 1403 - Stars and Galaxies (formerly:Introductory Astronomy I )
CIP Code: 40.02015103
Credit(s): 4
Stars and Galaxies (formerly: Introductory Astronomy I) is a study of the current knowledge and techniques of modern day astronomy. Course content focuses on the universe beyond the solar system including a look at galaxies (including the Milky Way) nebulae stars black holes and dark matter. The course ends with a brief survey of stellar and galactic topics. Emphasis is placed on current knowledge of the universe and how astronomical measurements are made. Some night observing sessions are required. Lab fee required. 1,5
Comments: Crosslisted w/ASTR 1403
Faculty Consent: N
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PHYS 1404 - Solar System (formerly: IntroductoryAstronomy II )
CIP Code: 40.02015203
Credit(s): 4
Solar System (formerly: Introductory Astronomy II) is a study of the current knowledge and techniques of modern day astronomy as applied to the solar system. Course content focuses on the solar system and planetary motion (the Earth Sun Moon and other planets) extra solar bodies (asteroids comets meteors and meteorites) and some history of human understanding of the universe from ancient to modern times. Emphasis is placed on recent planetary probe data and lunar explorations. Some night observing sessions are required. Lab fee required. 1,5
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1403 or ASTR 1403
Requisite(s): PHYS 1403 or ASTR 1403
Comments: Crosslisted w/ASTR 1404
Faculty Consent: N
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PHYS 2425 - University Physics I (formerly:Engineering Physics I)
CIP Code: 40.01015403
Credit(s): 4
A study of classical mechanics and thermodynamics for students aspiring to professional academic degrees in the fields of physical science various engineering specialties and mathematics. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical thinking skills and mathematics to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2413
Requisite(s): MATH 2413
Faculty Consent: N
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