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Courses

 

Music
  

  • MUSC 1480 - Music Theory II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    A continuation of MUSC 1470. The study of traditional harmony and musical structure, including tonal functional harmony, 16th century counterpoint, and Baroque compositional techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1500 - Applied Music-Lower Brass I

    1 credit(s)
    Individual instruction on trombone, euphonium or tuba consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1510 - Applied Music-Percussion I

    1 credit(s)
    Individual instruction on percussion instruments, consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1520 - Applied Music-Upper Brass I

    1 credit(s)
    Individual instruction on trumpet or French horn, consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1530 - Applied Music-Piano I

    1 credit(s)
    Individual instruction on piano, consisting of a weekly studio class and private lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1540 - Applied Music-Bass I

    1 credit(s)
    Individual Instruction on string and electric bass to be arranged with the instructor. May be repeated for a maximun of two hours credit.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1560 - Applied Music-Voice I

    1 credit(s)
    Individual instruction in vocal technique and repertoire, including a weekly studio class and a private lesson to be arranged with the instructor. Includes performance in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1580 - Applied Music-Woodwinds I

    1 credit(s)
    Individual instruction on flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, or saxophone, consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1620 - Small Ensemble-Vocal

    1 credit(s)
    Performance, rehearsal, and study of a broad range of choral literature written for the smaller ensemble. Membership subject to successful audition. Two performances required each semester. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1630 - Small Ensemble-Instrumental

    1 credit(s)
    Instrumental ensemble for the study and performance of chamber music repertoire. Multiple performances required each semester. An audition is required. Due to performance expectations, additional rehearsal times will be required; advance notice will be given. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1670 - Aural Skills I

    1 credit(s)
    Co-requisite (taken at same time):   
    Sight singing of standard music materials; melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required; advance notice will be given.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1680 - Aural Skills II

    1 credit(s)
    Co-requisite (taken at same time):   
    A continuation of sight singing of standard musical materials; melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required; advance notice will be given.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 1710 - Play Production-Musical

    1 credit(s)
    Participation in rehearsal and performances of musical theater productions. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required; advance notice will be given.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2410 - College Choir II

    1 credit(s)
    Continued performance, rehearsal, and study of a broad range of choral literature written for the larger ensemble. Two performances required each semester. Due to performance-related skill development, additional practice time will be required; advance notice provided. Membership subject to successful skill assessment. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2430 - Concert Band II

    1 credit(s)
    Instrumental ensemble for the continued study and performance of concert band literature. Multiple performances required each semester. A skills assessment may be required for membership. May be repeated twice for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2460 - Oratorio Chorus

    1 credit(s)
    The study and performance of large-scale choral/orchestral works from significant historical periods. Repertoire focuses on the choral masterworks of the major composers. Audition required. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required; advance notice will be given. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2470 - Music Theory III

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    The study of traditional harmony and musical structure, including 18th century counterpoint, chromatic harmony, and techniques and forms of the Classical and Romantic eras.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2480 - Music Theory IV

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    The study of traditional harmony and musical structure, including advanced chromatic harmony and twentieth-century compositional techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2500 - Applied Music-Lower Brass II

    1 credit(s)
    A continuation of MUSC 1500. Individual instruction on trombone, euphonium, and tuba consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2510 - Applied Music-Percussion II

    1 credit(s)
    A continuation of MUSC 1510. Individual instruction on drum trap set, consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2520 - Applied Music-Upper Brass II

    1 credit(s)
    A continuation of MUSC 1520. Individual instruction on trumpet or French horn, consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2530 - Applied Music-Piano II

    1 credit(s)
    A continuation of MUSC 1530. Individual instruction on piano, consisting of a weekly studio class and a private lesson to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2560 - Applied Music-Voice II

    1 credit(s)
    A continuation of MUSC 1560. Individual instruction in vocal technique and repertoire, including a weekly class and a weekly private lesson to be arranged with the instructor. Includes performance in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2580 - Applied Music-Woodwinds II

    1 credit(s)
    A continuation of MUSC 1580. Individual instruction on flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, or saxophone, consisting of weekly lessons to be arranged with the instructor. Includes participation in a departmental recital. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2620 - Small Ensemble - Vocal II

    1 credit(s)
    Continued performance, rehearsal, and study of a broad range of choral literature written for the smaller ensemble. Membership subject to successful audition. Two performances required each semester. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2630 - Small Ensemble - Instrumental

    1 credit(s)
    Instrumental ensemble for the continued study and performance of chamber music repertoire. Multiple performances required each semester. An audition is required. Due to performance expectations, additional rehearsal time will be required; advance notice will be given. May be repeated twice for a maximum of two credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2670 - Aural Skills III

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   and   
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time:   
    A continuation of sight singing of standard music materials; melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required; advance notice will be given.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2680 - Aural Skills IV

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   and   
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time:   
    A continuation of sight singing of standard music materials; melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation. Due to performance expectations, additional guided practice times will be required; advance notice will be given.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • MUSC 2730 - History of Rock Music

    3 credit(s)
    An introduction and overview of the history of rock and other popular music genres from early twentieth century to modern times. Includes the elements pop music, various genres, historical and cultural relevance, major recording artists, and selected songs.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Nursing
  
  

  • NURS 1200 - Pathopharmacology I

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 1100 - Lifespan I , NURS 1300 - Nursing Judgement I  
    This course combines the study of pharmacology with the study of pathophysiology of disease processes linking the two to support key concepts of both domains.  Pharmacological nursing practice across the lifespan and the basic concepts of pathophysiology are introduced in an integrated manner to provide a basis for the study of selected medications that are used to treat or manage concepts of disease with application to nursing practice.  
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 1300 - Nursing Judgement I

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 1100 - Lifespan I NURS 1100 - Lifespan I , NURS 1200 - Pathopharmacology I  
    Introduction to nursing judgement to present skills and strategies necessary to learn/think like a nurse. This course is the foundation for the thinking processes applied throughout the nursing program.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 1500 - Lifespan II

    8 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 1100 - Lifespan I 
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 1600 - Pathopharmacology II , NURS 1700 - Nursing Judgement II , PSYC 2890 - Developmental Psychology  
    This course builds on concepts already introduced within the three domains of health and illness, health care recipient, and professional nursing while allowing for the introduction and application of additional concepts. Emphasis is placed on meeting the health, wellness, and illness needs of the stable and predictable patient across the lifespan. Focus is on meeting the needs of patients and families related to human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry in a variety of healthcare clinical settings.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 180 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 1600 - Pathopharmacology II

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 1200 - Pathopharmacology I  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 1500 - Lifespan II , NURS 1700 - Nursing Judgement II  
    Course combines the study of pharmacology with the disease process of pathology linking two supporting key concepts of both domains. Pharmacological nursing practice across the lifespan and basic concepts of pathophysiology are integrated to provide basis of selected medications to manage concepts of disease with application to nursing practice.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 1700 - Nursing Judgement II

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 1300 - Nursing Judgement I  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 1500 - Lifespan II , NURS 1600 - Pathopharmacology II  
    Progressive application of skills and strategies to develop nursing judgement. Course focuses on prioritization of patient care, using best evidence in clinical decision making progress and enhances ability to utilize nursing judgment.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 2100 - Lifespan III

    7 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 1500 - Lifespan II  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 2200 - Pathopharmacology III , NURS 2300 - Nursing Judgment III , BIOS 2460 - Microbiology 
    Course further develops introduced three domains of health and illness, healthcare recipient, and professional nursing. Emphasis is placed on meeting the health, wellness, and illness needs of the complex patient across the lifespan. Focus is on meeting the needs of the patients and families related to human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry in a variety of healthcare clinical settings.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 180 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 2200 - Pathopharmacology III

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 1600 - Pathopharmacology II  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 2100, NURS 2300
    This course continues the study of pharmacology combined with the study of pathophysiology of disease processes; linking the two to support key concepts of both domains. Pharmacological nursing practice across the lifespan and the concepts of pathophysiology are presented in an integrated manner to provide a basis for study of selected medication that are used to treat or manage concepts of complex health problems with application to nursing practice. 
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 2300 - Nursing Judgment III

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 1700 - Nursing Judgement II  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 2100 - Lifespan III  , NURS 2200 - Pathopharmacology III  
    This course emphasizes the role of nursing judgment in the provision of safe, competent care as the nursing student contemplates clinical decisions for patients dealing with complex health issues.  The opportunity to strengthen nursing judgment skills while addressing workplace.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 2500 - Lifespan IV

    7 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 2100 - Lifespan III  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 2600 - Pathopharmacology IV , NURS 2700 - Nursing Judgment IV , ENGL 1020 - English Composition II  
    This course allows for further application of the concepts within the three domains of health and illness, health care recipient, and professional nursing. Emphasis is placed on meeting the health, wellness, and illness needs with multi-system and emergent health problems across the lifespan. Focus in on meeting the needs of the patient and families related to human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry in a variety of healthcare clinical settings.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 180 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 2600 - Pathopharmacology IV

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 2200 - Pathopharmacology III  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 2500 - Lifespan IV , NURS 2700 - Nursing Judgment IV  
    This course continues the study of pharmacology combined with the study of pathophysiology of disease processes; linking the two to support key concepts of both domains. Pharmacological nursing practice across the lifespan and the concepts of pathophysiology are presented in an integrated manner to provide a basis for study of selected medication that are used to treat or manage concepts of multi-system and emergent health problems with application to nursing practice.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • NURS 2700 - Nursing Judgment IV

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): NURS 2300 - Nursing Judgment III  
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: NURS 2600 - Pathopharmacology IV  
    This course further develops nursing judgment as the student navigates the processes leading to licensure and practice as an entry-level registered nurse.  Opportunities to advance thinking skills and strategies as the nursing student refines nursing judgment skills are also included.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Nutrition
  

  • NUTR 1470 - Nutrition

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to the science of human nutrition and the relationship between nutrition and health throughout the life cycle. Includes current food and nutrition recommendations for health promotion.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Occupational Therapy Assistant
  

  • OTHA 1000 - Intro to Occupational Therapy

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides students with an introduction to occupational therapy and the role of the occupational therapy assistant. Topics include history, development, philosophy, role delineation, supervision, scope of practice, ethics, values, and practice framework of the professional. The role of occupational therapy in health care, community based and educational systems are also explored.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 1020 - Theory & Evidence Based Practice

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides knowledge of global social issues, health and wellness needs of populations, and practical consideration of those at risk for social injustice, occupational deprivation, and disparity in the receipt of services. This course addresses the role and responsibility of advocacy for services to effect changes in community and recognize opportunities for emerging practice areas.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 1210 - Occupational Activity Analysis

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Observation, analysis and performance of occupation, while utilizing the practice framework will be emphasized in this course. Students will select, analyze, adapt, grade and use client-centered therapeutic activities to promote engagement in occupations.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 1220 - Community-Centered Practice

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course provides knowledge of global social issues, health and wellness needs of populations, and practical consideration of those at risk for social injustice, occupational deprivation, and disparity in the receipt of services. This course addresses the role and responsibility of advocacy for services to effect changes in community and recognize opportunities for emerging practice areas.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 1240 - Pediatric/Adolescent Practice

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   and   
    This course introduces the student to the etiology, symptoms, prognosis, and treatment of pediatric and adolescent disorders, as well as, normal and abnormal human growth and development and its impact on occupational performance. Topics include development of observation skills, play, handling techniques, and knowledge of pediatric evaluations and assessments.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 2000 - Gerontology & Physical Disabilities Practice

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course introduces the student to the etiology, symptoms, prognosis, and treatment of conditions commonly treated in geriatric and physical rehabilitation and the impact on occupational performance. The course provides the student with the role and clinical knowledge of occupational therapy assistant in gerontology and physical disability practice and the clinical knowledge of skills required to provide intervention to a variety of physical dysfunctions.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 2050 - Fieldwork Practicum Level I-A

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): OTHA 1240 - Pediatric/Adolescent Practice  
    This course provides students with approximately forty five hours of observation and opportunities for students to apply occupational therapy principles and techniques with a psychological and social factor emphasis.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 45 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 2400 - Mental Health & Psychosocial Practice

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides students with the role of the occupational therapy assistant in the psychosocial area of occupational therapy practice. Students learn skills necessary to assess, implement and document intervention in a variety of mental health settings. Topics such as group dynamics, therapeutic use of self and the importance or balancing areas of occupation with the achievement of health and wellness for clients are expired.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  

  • OTHA 2440 - Fieldwork Practicum Level I-B

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course provides students with approximately forty five hours of observation and opportunities for students to apply occupational therapy principles and techniques. Placements are to provide hands on learning and participation under the direction of the fieldwork educators.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 45 Internship- 0
  
  

  • OTHA 2470 - Documentation & Professional Skills

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   and   
    This course enables students to gain further insights into professional responsibilities in the occupational therapy process and profession. This course also provides students with the opportunity to further enhance documentation skills and rational for services across diverse practice settings.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 2500 - Ethics, Management & Leadership

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course provides students with the knowledge of the occupational therapy assistant in management and leadership skills. Students will gain a further understanding of ethical provision of services, department management, advocacy, resume and interviewing skills, national and state regulations, program development in new or expanding programs, supervision, reimbursement and professional development skill sets.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  

  • OTHA 2900 - Fieldwork Practicum Level II-A

    7 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    The fieldwork course provides students with full time experience in a variety of settings, such as mental health, physical disabilities, geriatric, pediatric, and/or community based practice working under the supervision of an occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistant.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 315 Internship- 0
  

  • OTHA 2950 - Fieldwork Practicum Level II-B

    7 credit(s)
    This second fieldwork course provides students with full time experience in a variety of settings, such as mental health, physical disabilities, geriatric, pediatric, and/or community based practice working under the supervision of an occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistant. This fieldwork experience prepares the student to develop competent, entry-level skill sets as an occupational therapy assistant.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 315 Internship- 0

Paramedicine
  

  • PARM 1010 - Principles of Paramedicine

    4 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: PARM 1020 Advance EMS Skills  
    Introduction to paramedicine concepts, assessment and scope of practice. Paramedic principles are used as a framework to organize the cognitive, interpersonal, and psychomotor skills.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1020 - Advance EMS Skills

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to the advanced EMS skills of a Paramedic. The primary focus is on the concepts, the skills themselves and the scope of practice of a paramedic.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1030 - Pharmacology & Ventilation Management

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1010 Principles of Paramedicine  and PARM 1020 Advance EMS Skills  
    Information relating specific emergencies to the types of medications used for treatment, including math calculation skills for medication dosing. Will also include using assessment practices to determine adequate versus non-adequate respiration and its pharmacologic treatments.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1040 - Trauma Emergencies

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1020 Advance EMS Skills  
    Introduces the epidemiology and kinematics of trauma, and integrates the assessment findings with pathophysiology in the management of the acutely injured patient.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1050 - Cardiovascular & Respiratory Emergencies

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1120 Paramedic Practicum II  
    This course addresses the epidemiology and pathophysiology of cardiovascular and respiratory complaints. Students will integrate assessment findings with the formulation of a treatment plan for the acute illness in the emergency setting.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1060 - Medical Emergencies

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1120 Paramedic Practicum II  
    Application and integration of pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate and implement a treatment plan for patients with various types of prehospital emergency medical conditions.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1070 - OB/GYN & Pediatrics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1060 Medical Emergencies  
    Application and integration of assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implementation plan for the management of gynecological, obstetrical and pediatric emergencies. This will include practice in assisting delivery of a newborn that will be done in lab as well as in a simulations of a prehospital environment. At the conclusion of this course students will receive Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1080 - Special Populations & EMS Operations

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1060 Medical Emergencies  
    Prepares students for special situations including geriatric emergencies, abuse and neglect situations, chronic disease and care with assessment based management. Will also review ambulance operations and hazmat materials and will incorporate multiple agency responses.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1110 - Paramedic Practicum I

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1010 Principles of Paramedicine  and PARM 1020 Advance EMS Skills  
    This course supports the additional didactic elements of the Paramedic course. Application of beginning paramedic knowledge and skills in a healthcare setting. This will include rotations at various locations including but not limited to EMS/Fire departments, Operating Room, Pre-Op locations, Emergency Room, ICU/CCU, pediatrics.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 45 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 1120 - Paramedic Practicum II

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1110 Paramedic Practicum I  
    This course supports the additional didactic elements of the Paramedic course. Continued application paramedic knowledge and skills in a healthcare setting. This will include rotations at various locations including but not limited to EMS/Fire departments, Operating Room, Pre-Op locations, Emergency Room, ICU/CCU, pediatrics.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 180 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 2310 - Paramedic Practicum III

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1120 Paramedic Practicum II  
    This course supports the additional didactic elements of the Paramedic course. Prior and concurrent knowledge are included in performing skills in a healthcare setting. This will include rotations at various locations including but not limited to EMS/Fire departments, Operating Room, Pre-Op locations, Emergency Room, ICU/CCU.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 45 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 2320 - Paramedic Practicum IV

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 2310 Paramedic Practicum III  
    This course supports the additional didactic elements of the Paramedic course. Prior and concurrent knowledge are included in performing skills in a healthcare setting. This will include rotations at various locations including but not limited to EMS/Fire departments, Operating Room, Pre-Op locations, Emergency Room, ICU/CCU.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 90 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 2400 - Paramedic Field Internship

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 2320 Paramedic Practicum IV  
    This field internship is the capstone experience in which the paramedic candidate will progress to a consistently competent entry-level paramedic, functioning as the Team Leader.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 180 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 2410 - Advanced Certifications

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1080 Special Populations & EMS Operations  
    Co-requisite (taken at same time): PARM 2400 Paramedic Field Internship  
    A comprehensive study as well as certifications of Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). This will give a well-rounded review of trauma care, medical disease process and treatment, as well as high quality advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation.  All, while emphasizing skills, procedures and teamwork required for paramedic certification.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 2500 - Certification Preparation I

    1 credit(s)

    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 1080 Special Populations & EMS Operations  
    This course will meet the minimum remediation requirements of the NREMT Paramedic Psychomotor exam reattempt.

     
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PARM 2510 - Certification Preparation II

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PARM 2400 Paramedic Field Internship  
    This course will meet the minimum remediation requirements of the NREMT Paramedic Cognitive exam reattempt.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Personal Development
  

  • PRDV 1000 - TRiOs College Success

    1 credit(s)
    TRiO’s College Success is a one credit course which provides an introduction to college life and the TRiO Project for TRiO students. It is part of a structured first year experience for students. Topics will highlight the skills necessary for academic, personal, and career success and includes sessions in financial literacy, study skills and self-management.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 1020 - College Survival

    1 credit(s)
    Designed to improve the student’s ability in time management, test taking, communication skills, study techniques, and personal issues that impact on college students’ achievement of educational objectives.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 1030 - Successful Job Relations

    1 credit(s)
    Covers on-the-job communication skills, personal traits of success, problem-solving, time management, goal setting, assertiveness, and the relationship between productivity and job attitude.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 1080 - Critical Thinking Skills

    2 credit(s)
    Analysis of thinking, learning new thinking skills and application of these skills to a variety of life situations.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 1090 - College Foundations

    3 credit(s)
    Designed for the student to explore college life issues. Topics addressed involve the general areas of academic, personal, and career success and include study and time management techniques, goal setting, and self-management skills.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 1100 - Career Exploration

    1 credit(s)
    Designed to provide an introduction to careers through individual assessment of interests, skills and values in relationship to occupations; exploration of job skills and career options; and development of a career plan.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 1150 - Basics of Money Management

    1 credit(s)
    Designed to help individuals successfully manage their personal finances through applied financial goal setting, budgeting, and other basic financial decision-making processes.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 1850 - Employment Search & Interview

    2 credit(s)
    Prepares the student for all phases of the job search process and job follow-up. Topics include electronic and paper research, applications, resume and cover letter development, interviewing, and proper follow-up.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 2050 - Assertiveness Training

    2 credit(s)
    Helps students express their thoughts, feelings, and opinions openly and honestly in appropriate ways without violating the rights and feelings of others.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PRDV 2600 - Stress Management

    2 credit(s)
    Analyzes the physiological and psychological causes and effects with an emphasis on thinking critically about personal stress and setting goals to apply stress-management techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Pharmacy Technician
  

  • PHRM 1110 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: PHRM 1120 - Principles of Pharmacology , PHRM 1130 - Pharmacy Practice Lab , PHRM 1220 - Prescription Basics  
    The course will introduce the role of a pharmacy technician in a variety of health care settings, hospital, retail, long-term care. Students will be introduced to a variety of health care systems, in particular, the role of the pharmacy. Discover what is expected of becoming a pharmacy technician and a wide and general understanding of the pharmacy technician’s scope of practice.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHRM 1120 - Principles of Pharmacology

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: PHRM 1110 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology , PHRM 1130 - Pharmacy Practice Lab , PHRM 1220 - Prescription Basics  
     
    Study body parts and systems and common disease states of each major system.  The student will learn various drug dosage forms, routes of administration.  The student will become familiar with top 200 commonly prescribed drugs.  Understand common drugs, pronunciation, interactions that treat each major body system diseases.   The student will study classification, common side effects and interactions of generally prescribed medications for each major body system.  Study basic biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of medication.  Identify common drug information resources.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHRM 1130 - Pharmacy Practice Lab

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: PHRM 1110 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology ,PHRM 1120 Principles of Pharmacology , PHRM 1130 - Pharmacy Practice Lab , PHRM 1220 - Prescription Basics 
     
    Understand similarities and differences between different types of pharmacy settings. Study of different pharmacy practice settings, payment systems, dispensing considerations study the purpose of policies and procedures appropriate for the setting. Proper and effective professional communications will be emphasized. The lab is a comprehensive pharmacy lab. The student will learn/practice different aspects of the pharmacy technician jobs in different pharmacy settings including order preparation, filling and delivery to the end user.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHRM 1210 - Law & Ethics for Pharmacy Technicians

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PHRM 1110 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology  
    Define state and federal pharmacy laws, standards of practice and professional ethics. Learn about standards for the workplace and professionalism. Students will understand the legal, scope of practice and the limitations as it relates to pharmacy tech position. Students will study the agencies that regulate pharmacy practice.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHRM 1220 - Prescription Basics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PHRM 1110 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology , PHRM 1120 - Principles of Pharmacology , PHRM 1130 - Pharmacy Practice Lab  
    The student will learn how to read and interpret prescription/medical orders. Become familiar with common prescription abbreviations. Learn methods of receiving medication order and prescriptions. How to determine prescription priority. Understand fundamentals of taking patient profiles, processing of medication orders in different pharmacy settings. Understand time and workflow, stress and change management skills and using critical thinking skills to solve problems common in the pharmacy technician’s workday. Identify different types of medication errors and contributing factors and steps to be done to identify the errors. Understand quality assurance and steps to be taken when errors are identified.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHRM 1230 - Sterile & Non-Sterile Compounding

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PHRM 1110 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology  
    Learn to identify and use appropriate equipment used in sterile and non-sterile compounding. Identify reasons of why a product would need to be compounded. Identify what products are needed to compound different sterile and non-sterile medications. Basic knowledge of injectable therapies will be explored. Learn and practice skills and techniques of compounding different preparations. Safe handling and compounding of hazardous drugs. Describe how USP 797 has impacted compounding of sterile medications.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHRM 1240 - Pharmacy Technology Business Applications

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): PHRM 1110 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology  
    Know the difference between durable and non-durable medical equipment. Students will learn the process of ordering, receiving, storing, dispensing, diversion and/or returning of legend and controlled substance medications, durable and non-durable medical equipment. Work within appropriate workplace policies and procedures to maintain inventory; process recalls and disposes of outdated and contaminated medications. Identify and learn about various durable and non-durable medical devices and the supplies needed for each.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  

Philosophy
  

  • PHIL 1010 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3 credit(s)
    This course introduces students to the components of philosophy through readings from the history of philosophy (ancient, modern, and contemporary) combined with the examination of topics such as metaphysics, logic, ethics, epistemology, aesthetics, philosophy of religion, freedom, and self-identity. The course exposes students to a range of ideas and readings representing a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHIL 2610 - Comparative Religions

    3 credit(s)
    This course will offer a cross-cultural introduction to the world’s major religious/philosophical traditions or faith systems through a comparison of historical origins, rituals, beliefs, practices, worldviews, original religious texts, and other important sources. Interdisciplinary approach to study of religion and various approaches to study of religious systems are a part of the world religions traditions assessment.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHIL 2650 - Introduction to Ethics

    3 credit(s)
    Examines contemporary ethical conflicts and provides an introduction to the language, concepts, and traditions of ethics.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Physical Education
  

  • PHED 1010 - Introduction to Athletic Training

    1 credit(s)
    The primary purpose of this course is to allow students to explore the profession of athletic training. Students will gain knowledge on the scope of athletic training practice, basic medical terminology, injury nomenclature, and ethical and legal aspects of health care. Students in the course should intend to pursue a career in athletic training, or another allied health profession.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHED 1050 - Physical Education-Walking & Jogging

    1 credit(s)
    The Walking/Jogging course is designed to improve the student’s cardiovascular endurance and provide understanding and practice in walking and/or jogging. Emphasis will be placed on encouraging walking/jogging as a lifetime recreational activity and to improve the physical and emotional health of the student.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHED 1070 - Physical Education-Body Conditioning

    1 credit(s)
    Proper fundamental techniques to improve physical health and fitness. Course includes nutrition assessment, establishing sound nutrition, strength training, aerobic activity, flexibility maintenance and developing a personal conditioning program. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 credits.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

  • PHED 1220 - Physical Education-Golf

    1 credit(s)
    This course offers instruction on the proper fundamentals and techniques to introduce you to the game of golf. Included are rules, etiquette, grip, stance, set-up, and full swing instruction.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
 

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