May 21, 2024  
2016 - 2017 Catalog 
    
2016 - 2017 Catalog [ARCHIVED PUBLICATION]

Courses


 

Nursing - Registered Nursing

  
  • NURS 245 - Clinical Practicum

    0-9-1
    Application aspects of nursing. Synthesizing the concepts of nursing, persons as patients, health, environment, the designated concepts and mandates of the curriculum, the learner will provide care to individuals and groups of patients in varying health care settings and demonstrate competencies in patient-centered care, collaboration, quality improvement, informatics, evidence-based practice and safety. Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in: NURS 220, 225, 223, 235, and Humanities or Fine Arts Requirement (3 credit hours). Corequisite(s): Humanities or Fine Arts Requirement (3 credit hours)
  
  • NURS 251 - Special Populations III

    1-0-1
    Builds on information presented in the first three levels of the Nursing degree program.  In identifying and applying the nursing process and giving special emphasis to assessment, nutritional, mental health, health language, and community considerations in the care of geriatric individuals, the learner will have opportunities to achieve basic competencies in patient-centered care, collaboration, quality improvement, informatics, evidence-based practice and safety.  Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in NURS 220 and NURS 223, and NURS 225.
     

Occupational Therapy Assistant

  
  • OCTA 201 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy

    3-0-3
    Reviews the philosophy, history and development of the profession of OT; reviews the scope of practice, theories, and frames of reference in OT; explores interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships, roles and tasks of the OT assistant, the healthcare team, professional associations and education standards and introduces the ethics of the profession.
  
  • OCTA 202 - Group Skills

    3-0-3
    Fundamentals of interactive processes, communication, observation writing and group techniques. Dyadic, small group and large group planning are addressed. How these techniques can be used in a therapeutic setting for teaching activities and other application of treatment goals is stressed. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 203 - Kinesiology and Occupational Applications

    3-2-3
    Integrates the structure and function of the neuro-musculoskeletal system with emphasis on the functional aspects of human motion and the application to occupational performance. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 204 - Conditions and Applications I

    3-0-3
    Pathophysiology, etiology, clinical signs, and medical and occupational therapy management of a variety of general pathological and injury-related conditions. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 205 - Occupational Theory and Applications I

    3-1-3
    Overview of the purpose and types of assessments used in occupational therapy, documentation, treatment planning and implementation. Theory and application of occupational therapy principles are emphasized. This course includes a 1-week, full-time fieldwork practical application component. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 206 - Therapeutic Media

    2-3-3
    Explores a variety of media with an emphasis on observation, analysis, and their adaptability as treatment media across the life span. Types of activities explored include leisure/play, creative expressive arts, activities of daily living, and other tasks used as therapy techniques. Students begin to plan selective activities that will meet a variety of needs. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 207 - Community Occupations

    1-6-2
    Promotes use of observation skills and application of occupational theory in the community. Emphasis is on the development of the competence of the OTA as a provider of services to people in a variety of settings. This course includes a full-time practicum placement at a community setting for several consecutive weeks. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 208 - Psychosocial Applications to OT

    3-0-3
    Overview of the theory and application of occupational therapy principles relating to individuals with psychosocial dysfunction. Factors that influence function, health promotion as a component of optimal occupational functioning, and general considerations of assessment and adaptation for clients with psychosocial challenges are emphasized. This course includes a service learning component.

      Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.

  
  • OCTA 211 - Health Care Systems

    1-0-1
    Explores the health care system and the delivery of occupational therapy services. Topics include: reimbursement and third party payers; COTA supervision and responsibility; quality care; ethical and legal issues in health care; certification and licensure responsibilities; writing a resume and interviewing skills; familiarity with alternative health care choices; the role of the OT assist as an activity director. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 212 - Developmental Considerations

    2-1-2
    Explores human growth and development throughout the life cycle including physiological, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and sensorimotor development. Occupational therapy intervention at different stages is addressed. A service learning component is embedded into this course through assignments and experiences. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
  
  • OCTA 213 - Neurology and Occupational Applications

    2-2-3
    Background for the occupational therapy assistant in neuroscience, integrating the structure and function of the neuro-musculoskeletal system with an emphasis on the application to occupation and therapeutic goals. Prerequisite(s): OCTA 203.
  
  • OCTA 214 - Conditions and Applications II

    3-0-3
    Presents the pathophysiology, etiology, clinical signs, and medical and occupational therapy management of a variety of neurological conditions.  s pathophysiology, etiology, clinical signs and management of neurological, pediatric, geriatric, and injury-related problems treated in OT. Prerequisite(s): OCTA 204.
  
  • OCTA 215 - Occupational Theory and Applications II

    3-1-3
    Second of two courses relating to theory, techniques and management of conditions treated by OTs. Neurological conditions, pediatric and geriatric dysfunctions and screening, assessment, and treatment used with these populations. Prerequisite(s): OCTA 205.
  
  • OCTA 217 - Clinical Applications I

    0-24-3
    Opportunity to apply academic knowledge to practice, to deliver occupational therapy services to clients under the supervision and role modeling of an OT practitioner and to develop competent, entry-level occupational therapy assistant clinical skills at an assigned facility for 8 weeks. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the academic portion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
  
  • OCTA 220 - Clinical Applications II

    0-24-3
    Opportunity to apply academic knowledge to practice, to deliver occupational therapy services to clients under the supervision and role modeling of an OT practitioner and to develop competent, entry-level occupational therapy assistant clinical skills at an assigned facility for 8 weeks. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the academic portion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
  
  • OCTA 221 - Occupational Therapy Seminar

    1-0-1
    Reviews skills and principles of the occupational therapy assistant. This includes review of fieldwork practicum experiences, problem-solving practical experiences related to patient care and clinical settings, practicing interview skills, preparation for the national certification examination, and review of state licensure requirements. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the academic portion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

Ophthalmic Medical Assistant

  
  • OPHT 101 - Introduction to Ophthalmic Medical Assisting

    1-0-1
    Introduces role, scope, and duties of the ophthalmic assistant, including medical historytaking, preliminary patient examination, visual fields, ophthalmic equipment, and office efficiency. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 201 - Anatomy and Physiology for Ophthalmic Professionals

    1-0-1
    Detailed study of normal anatomy and physiology with concentration on eye and orbit. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 202 - Principles of Tonometry/Glaucoma

    1-0-1
    Introduces methods of checking intraocular pressure and causes and treatments of glaucoma. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 203 - Maintenance of Ophthalmic Instruments

    1-0-1
    Troubleshooting and minor repair of ophthalmic equipment. Proper and safe methods of changing fuses, bulbs, and batteries; sterilization of surgical instruments; other safety procedures in clinical housekeeping. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 204 - Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Practicum I

    0-32-8
    Emphasizes basic skills in patient care and examination techniques. Actual patient examination by student under supervision. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 221 - Basic Ophthalmic Pharmacology

    2-0-2
    Compares drug delivery systems. Administering and recording topical and oral medications at physician’s direction. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 222 - Ophthalmic Patient Care

    2-0-2
    Overview of human anatomy and physiology; first aid treatment; emphasizes control of infections and prevention of contamination in medical facility. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 223 - Introduction to Diseases of the Eye

    2-0-2
    Fundamentals of common external and internal diseases of eye and orbital region. Emphasizes identification of emergencies and appropriate response. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 224 - Ophthalmic Optics and Basic Refractometry

    2-0-2
    Introduces basic theoretical and clinical optics, including physical and geometric optics, and basic refractometry techniques. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.
  
  • OPHT 225 - Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Practicum II

    0-32-7
    Continuation of OPHT 204. Advanced skills under supervision of clinical instructors. Prerequisite(s): OPHT 204. Note(s): Prerequisite to all OPHT courses is acceptance into Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program.

Painter Apprentice

  
  • PNTG 103 - Blueprint Reading for Painters

    2-1-2
    An introduction to blueprint reading techniques and principles for the apprentice painter. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • PNTG 105 - Industrial Painting

    1-2-2
    Designed to introduce the apprentice painter to the paints and chemicals used in industrial painting with an emphasis on marine application. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • PNTG 107 - Surface Preparation

    1-2-2
    Designed to introduce the apprentice to abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and pre-treatment of materials for marine applications. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • PNTG 109 - Health and Safety

    2-1-2
    Designed to provide the apprentice painter with the basic information needed to understand the safety problems in the painting trade. Newly discovered hazards in painting will be presented along with strategies to protect the painter from such hazards. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • PNTG 111 - Special Coatings

    1-2-2
    Designed to provide the basic information an apprentice must acquire to apply special coatings. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • PNTG 201 - Inspection Fundamentals

    2-1-2
    Introduces the apprentice painter to the basic documentation and inspection equipment used in a surface preparation and coating environment. Prerequisite(s): The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • PNTG 205 - Spray Painting

    2-3-3
    Designed to provide the basic information an apprentice must acquire in order to use various spray paint equipment. The student must hold apprentice status at an approved agency prior to enrolling in this course.

Pastry Arts

  
  • PAST 101 - Introduction to Baking and Pastry

    3-0-3
    Overview of the baking/pastry industry. Includes history of baking, organization and facilities layout, field trips to bakery/pastry facilities, equipment, safety, sanitation, product storage, importance of the uniform, bakery/ pastry organizations and certification levels, ingredient information, product packaging and marketing, standard mise en place, development of formulas, conversion percentages, dough temperature calculations, and bakeshop seasonings. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENGL 101 and MATH 098.
  
  • PAST 102 - Baking and Pastry Skills Lab I

    1-4-2
    Fundamental concepts and techniques in basic baking and pastry production.  Weight, volume, and measurement practices, proper sanitation procedures, tool and equipment safety and usage will be covered.  Production items will include quick and yeast breads, cookies, pies, cakes, icing, and basic pastries. Prerequisite(s): PAST 101, CULA 103, and Elibility for ENGL 101 and MATH 098.
  
  • PAST 103 - Baking and Pastry Skills Lab II

    1-4-2
    Skill level work to include higher level mastery of skills and techniques introduced in earlier courses.  Production of pastry mise en place, dessert preparation of pate a choux, meringues, sauces, international cakes, light desserts, frozen desserts, custards, mousses, chocolate and sugar work, plate design, and buffet presentations. Prerequisite(s): PAST 102.
  
  • PAST 150 - Work Experience I

    0-30-2
    Work component to the Pastry/Baking Program. 320 hours of work experience verified by a supervising chef/manager.
  
  • PAST 199 - Cake Baking, Design, and Decoration

    1-4-2
    Principles of cake production.  Topics include types of icings and decorating styles, classic American cake decoration, and design for weddings and birthday cakes.  Techniques for stacking cakes, sculpting cakes, and use of airbrush techniques will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): PAST 102
  
  • PAST 200 - Contemporary Desserts

    1-4-2
    Skill level work to include higher level mastery of skills and techniques introduced in earlier courses.  Production of pastry mise en place, dessert preparation of pate a choux, meringues, sauces, international cakes, light desserts, frozen desserts, custards, mousses, chocolate and sugar work, plate design, and buffet presentations. Prerequisite(s): CULA 102 and PAST 103.
  
  • PAST 204 - Specialty Decoration and Showpiece Design

    1-4-2
    Comprehensive study of products available to the pastry/baking industry.  Design, fabricate, support, and set-up of showpieces, amenities, and displays.  Includes the mediums of cookie and bread dough, marzipan, gum paste, cocoa painting, royal icing, sugar, fondant, chocolate work, and candies. Prerequisite(s): PAST 103.
  
  • PAST 217 - Pastry Arts Capstone

    3-4-4
    A practical and theoretical approach to pastry operations. Management and non-management positions will be explored. Students will apply their knowledge of pastry applications and job positions to this class. Additionally, the class will incorporate the production of plated desserts and showpieces to the dining experience of invited guests. Prerequisite(s): CULA 102, PAST 200, and PAST 251.
  
  • PAST 218 - Baking and Pastry Cafe

    2-4-3
    Practical application in the use of theoretical, technical, and hands-on cooking skills as related to baking and pastry arts.  Students are provided with opportunities to apply skills acquired while operating in a simulated restaurant setting.  Students will rotate to a variety of stations similar to those in the baking and pastry industry. Prerequisite(s): PAST 200 and PAST 204.
  
  • PAST 224 - Advanced Chocolate Techniques

    1-2-1
    Advanced class in chocolate work.  Exploration of the varied possibilities available to the pastry chef in the use of chocolate. Prerequisite(s): CULA 101, PAST 101, CULA 102, and PAST 103 or CULA 211.
  
  • PAST 233 - Pastry Internship

    0-40-2
    Supervised training in the baking and pastry arts in an approved restaurant, bakery, or related facility.  Practical application of skills as part of a multi-faceted learning environment where auditory, visual, and kinesthetic methods of learning are used by the student.” Prerequisite(s): CULA 101, CULA 102, CULA 103, CULA 207, CULA 209, CULA 213,  CULA 214, CULA 215, CULA 227, PAST 101, PAST 204, PAST 217
  
  • PAST 250 - Work Experience II

    0-30-2
    Continuation of Work Experience I of the Pastry/Baking Program. 320 hours of work experience verified by a supervising chef/manager. Prerequisite(s): PAST 150.
  
  • PAST 251 - Baking and Pastry Work Experience III

    0-30-2
    Work in a cooperating bakery/pastry service institution. Prerequisite(s): PAST 250

Pharmacy Technician

  
  • PHAR 101 - Introduction to Pharmacy

    3-0-3
    History of the profession, scope of practice. Information on career opportunities and specialty areas in pharmacy, as well as the educational requirements. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENGL 101
  
  • PHAR 102 - Pharmacy Practice I

    3-0-3
    Equips individuals with knowledge and practical skills in pharmacy practice. Students will become proficient in all areas of pharmacy operations. Emphasizes properly processing and dispensing prescription medications, effective communications, and material management in the pharmacy practice setting. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in Pharmacy Technician Program.
  
  • PHAR 104 - Pharmacology for the Pharmacy Technician

    4-0-4
    Provides pharmacy technician student foundation in drug related information and pharmacokinetics as they apply to the clinical setting. Emphasizes drug therapy, major classification, and trade and generic drug names. Therapeutic and adverse effects and routs of administration also included. Prerequisite(s): PHAR 109.
  
  • PHAR 106 - Pharmacy Practice Laboratory

    0-4-1
    Designed to accompany PHAR 102 Pharmacy Practice to give practical, hands-on experience to develop and equip individuals with knowledge and practical skills in pharmacy practice. Students will become proficient in all areas of pharmacy operations. Emphasis will be placed on properly processing and dispensing prescription medications, effective communications, and material management, inventory controls, institutional dispensing and compounding. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in Pharmacy Technician Program. Corequisite(s): PHAR 102.
  
  • PHAR 108 - Pharmacy Ethics and Communication

    3-0-3
    Communication, law and ethics in the pharmacy setting. Topics include patient focused communication, principles and elements of interpersonal and inter-professional communication, communicating with diverse patient populations, foundation of law and ethics, pharmacy law – both federal and state, medication errors, and ethical issues in pharmacy and healthcare settings. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENGL 101; declared Pharmacy Technician major.
  
  • PHAR 109 - Body Systems, Diseases, and Drugs

    3-0-3
    Introduction to body systems as they relate to diseases and medications. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENGL 101, Eligibility for MATH 128, and declared major of Pharmacy Technician.
  
  • PHAR 110 - Sterile Products

    2-0-2
    Introduces aseptic techniques, admixture preparation, incompatibility and stability, immunization and irrigation solutions, total parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in Pharmacy Technician Program.
  
  • PHAR 112 - Sterile Products Laboratory

    0-2-1
    Provides an introduction to aseptic techniques, admixture preparation, incompatibility and stability, immunization and irrigation solutions, total parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in Pharmacy Technician Program. Corequisite(s): PHAR 110.
  
  • PHAR 116 - Pharmacy Math

    4-0-4
    An introduction to basic math skills necessary for dosage calculations. Topics include pharmacy business math: turnover, par levels, profit and loss, discounts, handling money, overhead, and extemporaneous computations and costing. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for MATH 128 and  Acceptance in the Pharmacy Technician Program.
  
  • PHAR 120 - Professional Practice

    3-0-3
    Provides a general overview of all aspects of pharmacy technician practice as applied in the clinical setting. Reviews pharmacy law, calculations, compounding, pharmacology, and pharmacy operations. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in Pharmacy Technician Program.
  
  • PHAR 139 - Pharmacy Informatics

    2-0-2
    Data, information, knowledge, and technology involved with the medication use process. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician program.
  
  • PHAR 151 - Pharmacy Clinical Practice I

    0-14-3
    Allows students the opportunity to work in pharmacy settings under the supervision of registered pharmacists. Emphasizes effective communication, understanding of pharmacy operations, and dispensing of medications. Students complete training in pharmacies. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in Pharmacy Technician Program. PHAR 102, 106, and 116.
  
  • PHAR 152 - Pharmacy Clinical Practice II

    0-14-3
    Allows the student the opportunity to work in a community setting under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Emphasis is placed on effective communication, understanding pharmacy operations, and dispensing of medications. The student will complete the training in a community pharmacy setting. Prerequisite(s): PHAR 102, 106.

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3-0-3
    [LCCN: CPHL 1013]
    An introduction to the major issues and ideas developed throughout the history of philosophy. Prerequisite(s): Placement in English 101 or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHIL 112 - Introduction to Logic

    3-0-3
    [LCCN: CPHL 2113]
    Introduces formal and informal reasoning, traditional logic, validation techniques, fallacies, and symbolic logic.
  
  • PHIL 175 - Introduction to Ethics

    3-0-3
    [LCCN: CPHL 2013]
    Introduction to ethical theories and their applications.
  
  • PHIL 201 - Philosophy of Religion

    3-0-3
    Nature of religious beliefs and practices, as well as the connections with other parts of beliefs and practices that make up our perspective of the world. The course will also discuss how eastern religions impact the west.
  
  • PHIL 275 - Medical Ethics

    3-0-3
    In-depth examination of a selection of issues in medical ethics. The course will include careful examination of the philosophical theories of ethics that have guided medical ethics since its inception, case-based analysis, and historical contextualization of the issues.

Physical Education

  
  • PHYE 100 - Introduction to Physical Education

    3-0-3
    Foundations of physical education programs and contributions of significant people and events.

     

  
  • PHYE 101-161 - Soccer

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 103-163 - Touch Football

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 104-164-204-264 - Volleyball

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 106-166 - Tennis

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 107-167 - Golf

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 108-168 - Swimming

    0-2-1
    Techniques and practice.
  
  • PHYE 109-169 - Softball

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 110-170-210-270 - Baseball

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 111-171-211-271 - Basketball

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 112-172 - Table Tennis

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 113-173 - Badminton

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 114-174 - Archery

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 115-175 - Track

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 116-176 - Folk and Square Dancing

    0-2-1
    Techniques and practice.
  
  • PHYE 118-178 - Self Defense

    0-2-1
    Techniques and practice.
  
  • PHYE 121-181-221-281 - Bowling

    0-2-1
    Rules and practice.
  
  • PHYE 122 - Racquetball

    0-2-1
    Basic skills necessary for racquetball. Covers rules, strategies, terminology, and etiquette for beginning player.
  
  • PHYE 130 - Individual and Dual Sports

    1-2-2
    Theory and practice of individual and dual sports such as golf, tennis, badminton, and racquetball. Problems of officiating are discussed.
  
  • PHYE 133 - Recreation Therapy

    1-3-2
    Participative skills in varied recreational activities for the handicapped. Explores recreation as means of fostering physiological and social growth.
  
  • PHYE 135 - Team Sports

    1-2-2
    Theory and practice of team sports. Discusses problems of officiating.
  
  • PHYE 140 - Health and Physical Education Evaluation Skills

    0-3-1
    Evaluation of motor ability and general and selected sports skills.
  
  • PHYE 213 - Sports Officiating

    3-0-3
    Focuses on officiating as an avocation. Covers football, basketball, and other team sports. Requires officiating at intramural games. Prerequisite(s): PHYE 110, 111, or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHYE 227 - Taping and Wrapping Athletic Injuries

    1-0-1
    Techniques for taping and wrapping athletic injuries.
  
  • PHYE 228 - Medical Aspects of Athletic Injuries

    1-0-1
    Commonly occurring athletic injuries and role of team physician. Includes discussion of relationship between physician and coaching staff.
  
  • PHYE 229 - Strength, Conditioning, and Rehabilitation

    1-0-1
    Procedures for developing stronger athletes, attaining maximum efficiency during the season, and getting the athlete back into action.
  
  • PHYE 230 - Sport in Society

    3-0-3
    Professional, amateur, and recreational sports as mirrors of society.
  
  • PHYE 233 - Physical Education for the Handicapped

    2-3-3
    Planning, organizing, and supervising various recreational activities for handicapped.

Physical Therapist Assistant

  
  • PTAP 101 - Introduction to Physical Therapy Careers

    3-0-3
    Introduction to the field of physical therapy as a career choice. Emphasis is on the role of the PT and PTA educational requirements, scope of practice and subspecialty areas such as pediatrics, geriatrics, sports. Upon completion of the course, the student should have a general understanding of the role of physical therapy in the health care environment.
  
  • PTAP 201 - Introduction to Physical Therapy

    1-0-1
    Introduction to the history of physical therapy; present standards of practice; present and future trends of the profession; roles and responsibilities of physical therapy practitioners; utilization of Physical Therapist Assistants; structure, function, and services of the APTA; ethical and professional guidelines for the PT and PTA; core values of professionalism; regulation of PT practice; and current issues facing the practice of physical therapy; orientation to professional literature.
  
  • PTAP 202 - Health Care Communications

    1-0-1
    Principles and techniques used in interpersonal relations and the helping process. Students explore and develop values, attitudes, and skills necessary to become effective members of the health care team.
  
  • PTAP 203 - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology

    3-2-4
    Structure and function of the neuromuscularskeletal system with emphasis on functional aspects of human motion and application to therapeutic exercise and gait training.
  
  • PTAP 204 - Pathophysiological Conditions I

    2-0-2
    Pathophysiology, etiology, clinical signs and management of the various orthopedic, pathological, and injury-related problems treated in physical therapy. Emphasis is placed on the effect of the various conditions on the patient’s strength, range of motion, stability, pain, and ability to functionally move. Introduction to physical therapy interventions will be presented, as well as medical, surgical, and other treatments.
  
  • PTAP 205 - Clinical Science I

    2-4-4
    Clinical Science I is the first of four courses (PTAP 205, PTAP 206, PTAP 215, PTAP 216) taught over two academic semesters. Content and skills mastered in each of the four courses are applied in each of the subsequent courses in the Clinical Science series of classes. Clinical Science I presents introduction to basic patient care skills, including monitoring vital signs, preparation for treatment, patient positioning, guarding and transfers, emergency first-aid, standard precautions and infection control; wheelchair mechanics, body mechanics, ambulation with assistive devices, goniometry; the components of the medical record and progress notes; basic principles of physics as applied in physical therapy; theory, indications, contraindications and application of cryotherapy and superficial thermal agents.
 

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