MED295 Medical Assisting Externship
College of Health Science Medical Assisting Department
Course Description: This externship is a culmination of all the learning and practice acquired with in-house courses. The student goes into a “real-life" medical environment and applies their skills and knowledge while interacting with patients and co-workers. The extern performs clinical and administrative duties required of an entry level Medical Assistant during the supervised, graded, MA practice. Employer agreements, detailed job descriptions, employer evaluations and duties directly related to the student’s program of study are required. This course is approved, coordinated and graded by faculty. This course is taken after all other courses have been completed.
Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: All other coursework except COR090/COR191, MED286
Corequisites: None
PTA146 Medical and Surgical Conditions II
College of Health Science Physical Therapist Assistant Department
Course Description: This course addresses the common medical and surgical conditions encountered in physical therapy practice. It explores the basic concepts of diseases processes including pathophysiology, inflammation, healing and infection. This course focuses on the physical therapy intervention and specifically the role of a PTA in the rehabilitation process of cardiopulmonary conditions. This course also includes the classic or common physical therapy plan of care/protocols and establishes the justification for progression, modification or discontinuation of physical therapy intervention.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: BIO116, BIO116L
Corequisites: None
PTA145 Medical and Surgical Conditions I
College of Health Science Physical Therapist Assistant Department
Course Description: This course addresses the common medical and surgical conditions encountered in physical therapy practice. It explores the basic concepts of disease processes including pathophysiology, inflammation, healing and infection. This course focuses on the physical therapy intervention and specifically the role of a PTA in the rehabilitation process of musculoskeletal conditions. It explores the basic concepts of pharmacology and effects of immobility, stress and pain. This course also includes the classic or common physical therapy plan of care/protocols and establishes the justification for progression, modification or discontinuation of physical therapy intervention.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: PTA120
Corequisites: None
CJ461 Media Relations for Law Enforcement
College of Business and Criminal Justice Criminal Justice Department
Course Description: This course provides an overview of departmental protocols for release of information to media outlets, the public, and other government agencies. The course also outlines issues involving dissemination of information and addresses state and federal freedom of information and privacy protection laws. The course will also explore how media influence, including social media, the internet, and “fake news,” shapes how the public perceives the criminal justice system.
Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: CJ110
Corequisites: None
MET311 Mechanisms
College of Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Department
Course Description: This course covers plane motion and devices used to generate plane motion. Students will learn how to compute and analyze displacement, velocity, and acceleration in mechanical systems.
Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: EET192L, MTH200, PHY120
Corequisites: None
MET222 Mechanical Drives and Power Transmission
College of Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Department
Course Description: This course covers the basics of mechanical drives such as belts, chains, and gears. Students will be able to identify the roles of proper lubrication and alignment, bearings, and fastening techniques.
Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
CAA200 Meat Selection and Utilization
College of Culinary Arts Culinary Arts Department
Course Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of meat and poultry fabrication. Students will develop an understanding of the basics of product specifications, receiving, storing, and handling of proteins. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of meat selection and utilization while practicing the art of seaming, boning, frenching, tying and trussing meat and poultry. In addition, students will be introduced to the processes of sausage making and meat preservation.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: CAA101
Corequisites: None
NUR424 Maternal/Newborn Nursing
College of Nursing Nursing Department
Course Description: This course introduces students to the principles, theories, and concepts of caring for the childbearing individual with family in a multicultural society. Students use clinical decision-making to explore best practices that can enhance the patient’s plan of care. Available sources of informatics are utilized in the care setting to organize and manage patient care. Students learn to apply health teaching and counseling concepts to the identified needs of the childbearing family with inclusion of cultural considerations. Students engage in discussions related to legal aspects governing maternal/newborn nursing practice. Learning opportunities are presented in the classroom, simulation, and in supervised clinical experiences.
Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: NUR357
Corequisites: None
MET191 Materials Science
College of Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Department
Course Description: This course introduces students to both theoretical and practical industry-standard practices. Students will learn about structures, properties, and applications of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites commonly used in industry while also developing problem-solving skills in materials selection, evaluation, measurement, and testing.
Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: PHY120
Corequisites: None
MET313L Materials LAB
College of Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Department
Course Description: This course offers students an exploration of the fundamental principles and techniques of materials science. Through a series of laboratory experiments, students will gain experience in testing, analyzing, and characterizing various materials, including metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. This course is designed to complement theoretical knowledge gained in materials science lecture courses.
Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: MET313
Corequisites: None