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2008-2009 VSCC Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PSG 132* - Sleep Registry Review
This course is designed to prepare the student for the NBRPT examination. It includes test preparation and review.
PREREQUISITES: PSG 110* and PSG 120C or permission of Program Director.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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PSG 133C* - Clinical Practice II
Supervised clinical application of electrode placement utilizing the 1020 method, proper patient preparation, montages, protocols, impedance checks, calibrations, trouble-shooting, vital sign assessment, proper documentation and note-taking.
PREREQUISITES: PSG 110* and PSG 120C* or permission of program director.
Hours: 120 clinical hours per term.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (6)
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PSY 101¨ - General Psychology
General Psychology is a one-semester course designed to provide an overview of the field of psychology and human behavior. The topics of philosophy, history, biology, learning, personality, abnormal behavior, treatment, applied memory, intelligence, motivation, consciousness, perception, and sensory are included. (Same as RODP PSY 101.)
PREREQUISITES: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800 or acceptable placement scores.
General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
Credits: (3)
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PSY 240T* - Selected Topics in Psychology
Specialized topical issues and/or problems in psychology selected and studied in depth. .
Hours: Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per credit hour. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours of credit to apply toward graduation requirements
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1-6)
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PTA 110* - Physical Science for the PTA
A study of the fundamentals of the physical sciences as applied to the practice of the PTA. Topics covered include: mechanics, electricity, heat exchange and transfer, energy, and motion.
PREREQUISITES: DSPM 0850 or permission of instructor.
Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty lab hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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PTA 210* - Fundamentals of PTA
A study of ethics, patients’ rights, and licensure as it applies to the Physical Therapy profession. Other topics covered will include: history, role and scope of the profession, as well as proper documentation and charting techniques.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 110* and acceptance into the PTA Program.
Hours: Fifteen lecture hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1)
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PTA 221* - Clinical Anatomy I
Applications of neuromuscular- skeletal anatomy and physiology including kinesiology and surface anatomy to describing normal motion and movement patterns. Emphasis on the lower extremity and trunk.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 110* and acceptance into the PTA program.
Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty laboratory hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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PTA 222* - Clinical Anatomy II
A continuation of PTA 221 with emphasis on the upper extremities, total body movement, and nervous system control of movement.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 210*, PTA 221*, PTA 253*, and PTA 250*.
Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty laboratory hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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PTA 242C* - Clinical Practice I
Clinical practice under the supervision of qualified clinical faculty members in a facility as assigned by the academic faculty.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 210*, PTA 221*, PTA 253*, and PTA 250*.
Hours: One hundred- sixty clinical hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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PTA 243C* - Clinical Practice II
Clinical practice under the supervision of qualified clinical faculty members in facilities as assigned by the academic faculty.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 222*, PTA 263*, PTA 264*, PTA 265* and PTA 242C*.
Hours: Four hundred clinical hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (8)
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PTA 250* - Medical Conditions for the PTA
A survey of clinical medicine with emphasis on medical conditions frequently seen in patients treated by the physical therapist assistant. Includes an introduction to pharmacology and an in depth survey of neurology.
PREREQUISITES: Admission to the PTA Program or permission of the instructor.
Hours: Forty-five lecture hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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PTA 251* - PTA Seminar
A lecture and discussion course on current topics and issues affecting the physical therapy profession and the role of the PTA including delivery of services, employment practices, legislation, third party payers and developing issues.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 222*, PTA 263*, PTA 264* and PTA 242C*.
Hours: Thirty lecture hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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PTA 253* - Therapeutic Applications I
Introduction to massage, body mechanics, positioning, patient transfers and management, assistive and gait devices, isolation and aseptic techniques, manual muscle testing, goniometry, gait assessment and training. One full week of clinical observation
PREREQUISITES: PTA 110* and admission to the second year PTA program.
Hours: Thirty lecture, thirty laboratory and fifty clinical orientation/observation hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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PTA 263* - Therapeutic Applications II
Assessment techniques, superficial heat and cold modalities, hydrotherapy, introduction to use of electrical currents, basic therapeutic exercise techniques. Application of techniques and procedures to the treatment of patients with orthopedic and soft tissue injuries and other medical conditions.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 210*, PTA 221*, PTA 250* and PTA 253*.
Hours: Thirty lecture and ninety laboratory hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (5)
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PTA 264* - Therapeutic Applications III
Continuation of PTA 263. Further study of therapeutic exercise, introduction to traction, industrial rehabilitation, ergonomics, and aquatic therapy. Applications of these and previously studied techniques and procedures to patients with amputations, neck and back pathologies, arthritis and other medical conditions. Emphasis on program implementation and documentation.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 210*, PTA 221*, PTA 250* and PTA 253*.
Hours: Forty-five lecture and sixty laboratory hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (5)
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PTA 265* - Therapeutic Applications IV
Treatment procedures and appliances including prosthetics, intermittent compression and orthotics. Assessment and treatment of the patient with peripheral vascular disease including lymphedema and amputations. Introduction to principles of rehabilitation of patients with neurological dysfunction.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 221*, PTA 253*, and PTA 250*.
Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty laboratory hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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PTA 270* - Therapeutic Applications V
Continuation of therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation techniques for patients with neurological dysfunctions and advanced theory of electrical modalities. Application of techniques and procedures to patients with burns, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and multi-handicapping conditions. Special areas of practice.
PREREQUISITES: PTA 222*, PTA 263*, PTA 264*, and PTA 242C*.
Hours: Thirty lecture and sixty laboratory hours per semester.
Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours of credit to apply toward graduation requirements.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RAD 110* - Patient Care
A study of the patient care pertinent to the Radiologic Technologist including medical asepsis, emergencies, and basic medical techniques. Special emphasis is given to effective communication with patients, including ethical and legal responsibilities.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 150*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 111C*, RAD 120*, RAD 130*, RAD 231*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 111C* - Clinical Education I
A clinical orientation to acute hospital care in the medical imaging department. The student is expected to achieve limited proficiency in routine radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, and extremities, including portable studies of the chest and abdomen.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 150*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 110*, RAD 120*, RAD 130*, RAD 231*.
Hours: A minimum of 360 hours of supervised clinical education is required.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 112C* - Clinical Education II
The student is expected to achieve limited proficiency in routine radiographic examination of the spine, urinary system, and digestive system.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 110*, RAD 111C*, RAD 120*, RAD 130*, RAD 231*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 121*, RAD 131*,and RAD 232*.
Hours: A minimum of 360 hours of supervised clinical education is required.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 113C* - Clinical Education III
The continued study of radiographic examination of the spine, extremities, urinary system, digestive system, chest, and abdomen including portable techniques. Each student is assigned to clinical rotations including the evening and weekend shifts.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 112C*, RAD 121*, RAD 131*, RAD 231*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 200*.
Hours: A minimum of 360 hours of supervised clinical education is required.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 120* - Positioning & Procedures I
This course is designed as an introduction to radiographic positioning. The proper methods of positioning patients for radiographic examination of the chest, abdomen, extremities (upper and lower), and fluoroscopy studies are presented.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 150*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 110*, RAD 111C*, RAD 130* RAD 231*.
Hours: Two lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 121* - Positioning and Procedures II
The continued study of the proper methods of positioning patients for radiographic examination including the spine, urinary system, digestive system, mammography, reproductive system and operative procedures are presented.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 110*, RAD 111C*, RAD 120*, RAD 130*, RAD 231*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 112C*, RAD 131*,RAD 232*.
Hours: Two lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 122* - Positioning and Procedures III
An introduction to special procedures and Medical Imaging modalities. Angiography, arteriograms, venograms, myelograms, mammography, CT, MRI, radiation therapy and ultrasound are highlighted.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 113C*, RAD 200*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 211C*, RAD 221*.
Hours: Three lecture hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 130* - Radiographic Anatomy I
The study of human anatomy and physiology as it relates to radiographic imaging. Classes include detailed study of bones and joints, the respiratory system, digestive system, and urinary system.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 150*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 110*, RAD 111C*, RAD 120*, RAD 231*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1)
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RAD 131* - Radiographic Anatomy II
Continued study of human anatomy and physiology as it relates to radiographic imaging. Completion of systems and introduction to arterial systems are covered.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 110*, RAD 111C*, RAD 120*, RAD 130*, RAD 231*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 112C*, RAD 121*, RAD 232*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1)
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RAD 150* - Radiation Protection
An overview of basic radiation protection techniques and theory. This block of instruction must be completed prior to clinical assignment. There is a stipulated passing grade required for this course.
PREREQUISITES: Formal admission into the Radiologic Technology Program.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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RAD 200* - Radiographic Image Evaluation
A comprehensive review of quality assurance and film critique. Various stages of processing and development are covered from the latent image to the manifest image. Pathology, anatomy, contrast, and density are evaluated.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 112C*, RAD 121*, RAD 131*, RAD 232*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 113C*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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RAD 211C* - Clinical Education IV
Clinical assignments in mobile imaging including general radiography and surgical procedures. Modality rotations include: Angiography/ Arteriography, Cardiac Catheterization, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Pediatrics, Radiation Therapy, and Ultrasound.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 113C*, RAD 200*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 122*,RAD 221*.
Hours: A minimum of 360 hours of supervised clinical education is required.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 212C* - Clinical Education V
Continued general and specialized rotations. The student will become proficient in routine and specialized radiographic examinations of the head, spine, and extremities. Various special contrast studies will also be covered.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 122*, RAD 211C*, RAD 221*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 220*, RAD 222*, RAD 241*, RAD 260*.
Hours: A minimum of 360 hours of supervised clinical education is required.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 220* - Radiologic Pathology
A study of common pathologies and injuries. Emphasis is placed on the presentation of each pathology in relationship to the various exposure techniques in Medical Imaging.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 122*, RAD 211C*, RAD 221*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 212C*, RAD 222*, RAD 241*, RAD 260*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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RAD 221* - Radiographic Physics I
An introductory study of the basic principles of atomic structure, radioactivity, magnetism, electricity, and mechanics. These fundamental aspects of radiation physics which are required to understand the nature and production of x-rays.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 113C*, RAD 200*, MATH 1010 or 1130.
COREQUISITES: RAD 122*, RAD 211C*.
Hours: Three lecture hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 222* - Radiographic Physics II
A study of the operation of x-ray machines and related radiographic equipment, radiation detection, x-ray interaction with matter and physics.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 122*, RAD 211C*, RAD 221*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 212C*, RAD 220*, RAD 241*, RAD 260*.
Hours: Three lecture hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 231* - Principles of Radiographic Exposure I
A study of the technical aspects of radiographic film, screens, beam resistors, grids, film processing, radiographic quality, quality assurance, procedures, and retake analysis.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 150*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 111C, RAD 120, RAD 130.
Hours: Three lecture hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 232* - Principles of Radiographic Exposure II
A study of the technical aspects of image intensification, automatic exposure control, television, cine, body section radiography, mobile equipment, mammography equipment, equipment testing, and the mathematical relationships between exposure factors. Independent research projects are assigned.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 110*, RAD 111C*, RAD 120*, RAD 130*, RAD 231*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 112C*, RAD 121*, RAD 131*.
Hours: Three lecture hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RAD 241* - Radiography Seminar
Objective tests are used to evaluate each student’s readiness for terminal academic competencies.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 122*, RAD 211C*, RAD 221*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 212C*, RAD 220*, RAD 222*, RAD 260*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1)
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RAD 242* - Registry Review
A final comprehensive review of all radiographic coursework. “Mock Registries” are administered and discussions of continuing educational opportunities are included.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 212C*, RAD 222*, RAD 241*, RAD 260*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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RAD 260* - Radiologic Biology
An overview of ionizing radiation and its effects on the human body. Subject matter to include acute and long term effects of radiation exposure. Cellular/tissue damage along with radiation protection strategies for the Medical Imaging professional are covered.
PREREQUISITES: RAD 122*, RAD 211C*, RAD 221*.
COREQUISITES: RAD 212C*, RAD 220*, RAD 222*, RAD 241*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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RES 215* - Introduction to Real Estate
Basic principles and practices of real estate are covered, including real estate law, appraisal, finance and closing, real estate math, and property marketing. Prerequisite to acquiring the real estate salesman license. This course provides the 60 hours of instruction needed to sit for the Tennessee Real Estate Affiliate Broker’s examination.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RES 220* - The Course for New Affiliates
This course meets the 30 clock hour requirement for students who have completed RES 215 and passed the initial Affiliate Broker exam. The focus is on the steps needed for career entry into the Real Estate profession with emphasis on operations, marketing and financial products available.
PREREQUISITES: RES 215 and passage of the Affiliate Broker exam.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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RPC 101* - Introduction to Respiratory Care
This introductory course is designed to present an overview of the role of the respiratory care practitioner. Content areas to include ethics, the history of respiratory care, professional organizations and opportunities. Independent research required.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (2)
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RPC 201* - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care I
The theory of all basic equipment excluding ventilators is presented including topics on medical gas therapy, humidity and aerosol therapy, microbiology, cleaning and sterilization, pharmacology, and physiological measurement and monitoring devices.
PREREQUISITES: Acceptance into the Respiratory Care Program.
COREQUISITES: RPC 220* and RPC 229*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 202* - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care II
A continuation of Fundamentals of Respiratory Care I, to include carbon dioxide transport and acid base balance, bronchopulmonary clearance and maintenance techniques, electrolyte and fluid balance, pulmonary function testing and an introduction to neonatal and pediatric respiratory care.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 201*, RPC 220*, and RPC 229*.
Hours: Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 203* - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care III
A continuation of Fundamentals of Respiratory Care II to include aspects of neonatology, non-invasive monitoring, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, and basic EKG interpretation.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 202* and 230*.
Hours: Forty-five clock hours of lecture per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RPC 204* - Fundamentals of Respiratory Care IV
An in-depth study of the physiologic and technologic principles of non-invasive and invasive monitoring, pulmonary diagnostic lab testing, chest radiograph, pulmonary rehabilitation, nutrition, clinical laboratory studies and respiratory monitoring in the intensive care unit.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 283C*, RPC 203*, RPC 289*, RPC 290* or Graduate of CoARC Certification Program or CRT credential.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 220* - Arterial Blood Gas Analysis & Physiology I
A study of the heart, lung and renal organ systems. To cover the respiratory system as it relates to ventilatory mechanics, gas transport and exchange, acid-base physiology, neurological and chemical control of respiration, fluid and electrolyte balance, ventilation and perfusion.
Hours: Three lecture and 2 laboratory hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 225* - Arterial Blood Gas Analysis and Physiology II
A study of Advanced Life Support including arterial blood gas management, hemodynamics, airway management, dysrhythmia recognition, and advanced pharmacology.; This course will encompass adult, pediatric and neonatal patient management.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 283C*, RPC 203*, RPC 289*, RPC 290*, or Graduate of CoARC Certification Program or CRT credential.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs.; This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 229* - Fundamentals of Mechanical Ventilation I
A study of the theory and techniques of mechanical ventilation including the selection, use, modification, and care of mechanical ventilators.
Hours: Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 230* - Fundamentals of Mechanical Ventilation II
A continuation of Fundamentals of Mechanical Ventilation I to include airway management, patient-ventilator systems, patient-ventilator management and equipment care. Topics to also include technologies utilized with modern mechanical ventilator systems.
Hours: Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 260* - Pulmonary Pathology
A survey of the common pulmonary diseases most often encountered in the clinical setting; illustrations of the anatomical changes in the lungs caused by the disease process, discussions of the etiology, clinical manifestations, and general treatment.
Hours: Forty-five clock lecture hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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RPC 281C* - Clinical Practice I
Supervised clinical application of skills developed in previous RPC courses to include humidity and aerosol therapy, gas administration devices, equipment cleaning and sterilization, bronchial hygiene techniques, arteriotomy and hyperinflation therapy. Supplemented by medical director instruction and required seminars.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 201*, RPC 220* and 229*.
COREQUISITES: RPC 202* and RPC 230*.
Hours: Minimum of 336 clinical hours is required.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (6)
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RPC 282C* - Clinical Practice II
Supervised clinical application of skills developed in previous RPC courses to include airway management, arteriotomy and mechanical ventilation. A continuation of medical director instruction and required seminars as indicated.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 281C*.
COREQUISITES: RPC 203* and RPC 230*.
Hours: Minimum of 224 clinical hours per term.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 283C* - Clinical Practice III
Supervised clinical application of skills developed in previous RPC courses to include non-invasive and invasive cardiopulmonary monitoring, neonatal-pediatric respiratory care, diagnostic testing, quality assurance and the practice of critical care management. Supplemented by medical director instruction and required seminars.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 282C*.
COREQUISITES: RPC 204*.
Hours: Minimum of 224 clinical hours per term.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 289* - Current Topics in Respiratory Care
This course will introduce the student to writing techniques specific to scientific literature and research. Content areas to include APA writing style and the development of a research paper as well as an oral presentation to the class at the end of the semester.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 202*, RPC 230*, RPC 281C*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1)
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RPC 290* - National Certification Review
This course is designed to prepare the student for the National Entry Level Certification Examination. The successful completion of this course requires passing a mock national certification exam as the final examination.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 202*, 230*, and 281C*.
COREQUISITES: RPC 203*, 260*, 289* and 282C*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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RPC 291* - National Registry Review
This course is designed to prepare the student for the National Registry Examination. Successful completion of this course requires passing a mock written registry examination and a mock clinical simulations examination.
PREREQUISITES: RPC 204* and RPC 283C* or CRT credential.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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SIE 276T* - Selected Topics
Specialized topical issues and/or problems are selected and studied in depth.
Hours: 1.5 contact hours with faculty required per .1 credit hour. This course is not intended to apply towards graduation.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1.5 for each .1 credit)
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SOC 240T* - Selected Topics in Sociology
Specialized topical issues and/or problems in sociology, selected and studied in depth.
Hours: Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per credit hour.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1-6)
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SOCS 1020* - Human Behavior in the Social Environment
A study of human motivation and of the impact of the social environment on human behavior as well as the development of the socialization skills and coping mechanisms necessary for effectively functioning in social contexts.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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SOCS 2010* - Social Services for Children and Youth
This course examines the special needs of children and youth and the social services that are available to meet those needs.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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SOCS 2015* - Social Services for Special Populations
This course examines the special needs of women, minorities, the elderly and other vulnerable populations and the social services that are available to meet those needs.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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SOCS 2020D* - Theories & Methods of Social Services Practices
Students develop skills in observation of behavior, listening, and interviewing to be utilized with various groups, individuals, families and the aged. Emphasis will be on in-class exercises and role playing. Techniques for information gathering and assessment are examined. (Same as HSC 200D)
PREREQUISITES: SOCS 1010D .
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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SOCS 2035D* - Alcohol and Drug Abuse
An overview of drug abuse and use including an examination of current problems with alcohol and illicit drugs. A study of the history of drug abuse and the psychological and sociological factors involved. (Same as PSY 244D).
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
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SOCS 2060* - Field Practicum
Supervised work experience in selected social services agencies. Minimum of 45 clock hours must be completed in an approved agency.
PREREQUISITES: Completion of 30 hours of major core courses or permission of instructor.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (5)
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SPAN 290P* - Spanish Study Abroad
This course allows students to experience a foreign language and culture first hand. Students are required to complete a research project based on their experience.
PREREQUISITES: SPAN 1020 or permission of instructor.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (1-2)
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THEA 1030¨ - Introduction to Theater
A general education course designed to meet the humanities/fine arts requirement for non-majors. This course provides an introduction and overview of theater as an art form; emphasis on understanding the nature of drama and its place in culture, the history and theory of theater and the production process. (Same as RODP THEA 1030)
PREREQUISITES: An acceptable placement score, or DSPR 0800 and DSPW 0800.
General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
Credits: (3)
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UST 200* - Introduction to Medical Sonography
This course is designed to present the fundamental principals of Sonography to the entry level sonography student and identify internal structures, organs, and vasculature utilizing sonographic cross sectional anatomy concepts. The sonographic protocols discussed during this course are those that form the foundation of the clinical competencies that students must fulfill in this course and during clinical practicum courses. A detailed study of abdominal cross sectional anatomy with “in class” scanning is given to reinforce the anatomical criteria being studied.
PREREQUISITES: UST 205*
COREQUISITES: UST 240*, UST 211C*, UST 220*
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (3)
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UST 205* - Orientation to Patient Care
The focus of this course will be the role of the sonographer in the health care environment, professionalism, ethical and legal issues facing the health care provider, patient confidentiality and proper patient technique with HIPPA and OSHA regulations discussed. CPR, patient transport and relevant hospital machinery will be introduced to the student as well. The student will also understand the history and progression of ultrasound as a modality. The student will be introduced to the ultrasound unit with limited instruction on instrumentation. Patient preparation and minimal ultrasound scanning will be discussed and performed.
PREREQUISITES: Formal acceptance into the DMS program.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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UST 211C* - Clinical Education I
The sonographer will continue to explore the role of the sonographer in an actual clinical environment. This course is designed to expose the student to the role responsibilities of a clinical sonographer in the hospital/clinic situation by allowing observation of the sonographer in the daily hospital/clinic setting. Students will rotate through at least two (2) hospital/clinic facilities to gain experience in the performance of real time ultrasound procedures and imaging. The student will begin the initial phase of instruction in scanning protocols.
PREREQUISITES: UST 205*.
COREQUISITES: UST 220*, UST 240*, UST 200*
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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UST 212C* - Clinical Education II
The sonographer will continue to explore the role of the sonographer in an actual clinical environment. This course is designed continue to expose the student to the role and responsibilities of a clinical sonographer in the hospital/clinic situation by allowing observation and real time scanning in the daily hospital/clinic setting. Students will rotate through at least two (2) hospital/clinic facilities to continue to gain experience in the performance of real time ultrasound procedures and imaging. The student will continue developing in the ongoing instruction of scanning protocols.
PREREQUISITES: UST 205*, UST 200*, UST 211C*, UST 240*, UST 220*.
COREQUISITES: UST 221*, UST 241*, UST 242*.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (4)
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UST 213C* - Clinical Education III
Continued rotations through general sonography departments. Students must continue to achieve both speed and accuracy in competency requirements. A minimum of 32 hours per week of indirect supervised clinical education is required.
PREREQUISITES: UST 205*, UST 200*, UST 211C*, UST 240*, UST 220*, UST 212C*, UST 221*, UST 241*, UST 242*.
COREQUISITES: UST 250*
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.
Credits: (6)
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