PHY120L Physics Lab

College of Arts and Sciences Arts and Sciences Department

Course Description: This course includes the demonstration of physical principles as well as laboratory experimentation with an emphasis on interpretation of experimental data. Students will learn the proficient handling of equipment and numbers in the scientific laboratory.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Prerequisites: All of: MTH131

Corequisites: PHY120

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PHY120 Physics

College of Arts and Sciences Arts and Sciences Department

Course Description: This course surveys the major concepts and principles of physics and emphasizes their role in explaining natural phenomena. Students will learn about mechanics, waves and sound, electricity and magnetism, optics and optical phenomena, and the structure and properties of matter.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: All of: MTH131

Corequisites: PHY120L

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PTA275 Physical Therapist Assistant Preparatory

College of Health Science Physical Therapist Assistant Department

Course Description: This course prepares students for the National Physical Therapy Exam for the Physical Therapist Assistant through analysis of information taught during their didactic, laboratory and clinical coursework as well as facilitating proper study, review and examination taking techniques. Valuable career and professional development strategies are also discussed.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: All of: PTA258

Corequisites: None

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MED158 Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures

College of Health Science Medical Assisting Department

Course Description: This course is designed to present students with a detailed knowledge of how to collect blood and other body fluid specimens used in throat cultures, urinalysis and stool guaiac, and prepare samples for testing in a lab. This course presents an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the various systems that require specimen collection, processing and handling of specimens, and laboratory operations. Students will learn through the use of practical skills, demonstrations and hands on learning. Course and clinical completion will enable student to sit for a national certification exam.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: All of: MED104

Corequisites: None

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NUR134 Pharmacology

College of Nursing Nursing Department

Course Description: This course introduces and builds upon concepts necessary for sound judgment in the use of chemical agents. Students will learn principles of safe and accurate medication administration. The nursing process guidelines are incorporated to assist in the attainment of knowledge and skills related to medication therapy. Included in discussions are concepts underlying the medical uses of medications including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapeutics.

Credit Hours: 1.50

Prerequisites: All of: NUR111, NUR174

Corequisites: NUR177

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NUR310 Pharmacology

College of Nursing Nursing Department

Course Description: This course introduces and builds upon concepts necessary for sound judgment in the use of chemical agents. Students learn principles of safe and accurate medication administration. Nursing process guidelines are incorporated to assist in the attainment of knowledge and skills related to medication therapy. Included in discussions are concepts underlying the medical uses of medications including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: All of: NUR307

Corequisites: None

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NUR139 Pharmacology

College of Nursing Nursing Department

Course Description: This course introduces and builds upon concepts necessary for sound judgment in the use of chemical agents. Students will learn principles of safe and accurate medication administration. The nursing process guidelines are incorporated to assist in the attainment of knowledge and skills related to medication therapy. Included in discussions are concepts underlying the medical uses of medications including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapeutics.

Credit Hours: 1.50

Prerequisites: All of: NUR100, NUR165

Corequisites: NUR167

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NUR312 Pharmacology

College of Nursing Nursing Department

Course Description: The basic principles and categories of pharmacotheraputic agents are introduced, organized by major pharmacological classifications. Clients are viewed holistically, with an emphasis on the education of both the client and the family in their use of pharmacotheraputic agents. Pharmacological principles, therapeutic effects, interactions, and side effects are examined, with a focus on assessment and evaluation of client outcomes.

Credit Hours: 4.00

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

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NUR333 Pharmacologic Applications

College of Nursing Nursing Department

Course Description: This course focuses on the clinical application of pharmacology and builds upon previous learning in the curriculum. The emphasis is on drugs commonly used for the treatment of chronic and acute illnesses and the application of the principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. Case studies will be analyzed to explore therapeutic dosage patterns, adverse effects, drug interactions, precautions, contraindications, drug effect monitoring, therapeutic evaluation, patient teaching, and the use of drugs in special populations such as children and the elderly.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: All of: NUR311, NUR312, NUR313, NUR315, NUR316

Corequisites: None

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BPA265 Petit Fours

College of Culinary Arts Baking and Pastry Arts Department

Course Description: This course immerses students in the refined craft of chocolate and petite confectionery production, emphasizing both technical precision and artistic presentation. Students will learn the principles of chocolate tempering and apply them to create truffles, molded and dipped confections, and decorative chocolate work. The course also explores the preparation of classic petit fours—including glacé, sec, and frais—highlighting the delicate assembly of multi-textured, visually striking desserts. Through hands-on practice, students will refine their ability to produce elegant mignardises that showcase balance, consistency, and creative flair.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: All of: BPA120

Corequisites: None

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