St. Philip’s College Schedule/Catalog 2015-2016 [Archived Catalog]
Course Descriptions
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The numbers in parentheses listed following the course description, Semester Hours: (3 - 3 - 0), are explained below:
- The first digit is the number of semester credit hours for the course.
- The second digit is the number of lecture hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
- The third digit is the number of laboratory/clinical/internship/practicum hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
Hours met per week are based on semester-length classes; courses of shorter semesters during such as flex classes, will meet for more hours per week for equivalency.
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RNSG 1301 - Pharmacology
Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 , BIOL 2402 ; BIOL 2420 , CHEM 1401, ENGL 1301 , PSYC 2314
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
This course introduces the science of pharmacology with emphasis on the action, interactions, adverse effects, and nursing implication of each drug classification. Topics include the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in safe administration of medications within a legal/ethical framework
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 1424 - Concept-based Transition to Professional Nursing Practice
Prerequisites: Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program; Concurrent enrollment in RNSG 1216 , RNSG 1128 , and RNSG 1263
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Integration of previous health care knowledge and skills into the role development of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession. Emphasis is on clinical decision-making for patients and their families. Review of selected health care and professional nursing concepts with application through exemplars. Health care concepts include comfort, diversity, elimination, functional ability, human development, mobility, nutrition, sensory perception, sleep, coping, thermoregulation, tissue integrity, acid-base balance, clotting, cognition, fluid and electrolyte balance, gas exchange, immunity, metabolism, nutrition, grief, and perfusion. Professional nursing concepts include clinical judgment, communication, ethical-legal, evidence-based practice, health promotion, health information technology, patient-centered care, patient education, professionalism, safety, teamwork and collaboration. Introduces concepts of leadership and management. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 1533 - Health Care Concepts II
Prerequisites: RNSG 1128 , RNSG 1125 , RNSG 1216 , RNSG 1430 , and RNSG 1161 ; and concurrent enrollment and RNSG 2362
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
In-depth coverage of health care concepts with application through selected exemplars. Concepts include acid-base balance, coping, clotting, cognition, fluid and electrolytes, gas exchange, immunity, metabolism, nutrition, comfort, and perfusion. Provides continuing opportunities for development of clinical judgment skills. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach.
Semester Hours: (5-5-0)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 1538 - Health Care Concepts III
Prerequisites: RNSG 1533 , RNSG 1126 , RNSG 2362 for Generic Majors; RNSG 1424 , RNSG 1126 , RNSG 1128 , RNSG 1263 for Career Mobility Majors; concurrent enrollment in RNSG 1137 and RNSG 2363
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
In-depth coverage of health care concepts with nursing application through selected exemplars. Concepts include cellular regulation, end of life, immunity, interpersonal relationships, grief, human development, intracranial regulation, mood/affect, comfort, sexuality, mobility, and reproduction. Provides continuing opportunities for development of clinical judgment skills. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach.
Semester Hours: (5-5-0)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 2130 - Professional Nursing Review and Licensure Preparation
Review of concepts required for licensure examination and entry into the practice of professional nursing. Includes application of National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) test plan, assessment of knowledge deficits, and remediation. This course lends itself to either a blocked or integrated approach.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 2138 - Professional Nursing Concepts IV
Prerequisites: RNSG 1137 , RNSG 1538 , and RNSG 2363 ; and concurrent enrollment RNSG 2539 and RNSG 2360
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Integration of professional nursing concepts and exemplars within the professional nursing roles. Synthesizes concepts of clinical judgment, ethical-legal, evidence-based practice, leadership and management, patient-centered care, professionalism, teamwork, and collaboration through exemplars presented in the Health Care Concepts courses. Emphasizes concept of quality improvement and introduces health policy. Incorporates concepts into role development of the professional nurse. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 2207 - Adaptation to Role of Professional Nurse
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in RNSG 2208 , RNSG 2261 , RNSG 2201 , RNSG 2262 ,
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
Selected concepts related to the role of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession. Review of trends and issues impacting nursing and health care today and in the future. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skill, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach.
Semester Hours: (2-2-0)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 2360 - Clinical: RN Health Care Concepts IV
Prerequisites: RNSG 1137 , RNSG 1538 , RNSG 2363 , and concurrent enrollment in RNSG 2138 , RNSG 2539
Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in RNSG 2174 , RNSG 2574
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-12)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 2362 - Clinical - RN Health Care Concepts II
Prerequisites: RNSG 1128 , RNSG 1125 , RNSG 1216 , RNSG 1430 , RNSG 1161 , and concurrent enrollment in and
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-12)
CIP: 51.3801
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RNSG 2363 - Clinical: RN Health Care Concepts III
Prerequisites: RNSG 1533 , RNSG 1126 , RNSG 2362 for Generic Majors; RNSG 1424 , RNSG 1216 , RNSG 1128 , RNSG 1263 for Career Mobility Majors; and concurrent enrollment in RNSG 1137 and RNSG 1538
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-12)
CIP: 513801
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RNSG 2539 - Health Care Concepts IV
Prerequisites: RNSG 1137 , RNSG 1538 , and RNSG 2363 ; and concurrent enrollment RNSG 2138 and RNSG 2360
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
In-depth coverage of advanced health care concepts with nursing application through selected exemplars. Concepts include, cognition, immunity, clotting, fluid and electrolyte balance, gas exchange, metabolism, nutrition, perfusion, tissue integrity, and interpersonal relationships. Continuing development of clinical judgment with integration of all health care concepts. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach.
Semester Hours: (5-5-0)
CIP: 51.3801
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RSPT 1141 - Respiratory Home Care/Rehabilitation
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A study of respiratory home care/rehabilitation equipment, procedures, and patient education. Emphasizes treatment of patients in home care and alternate settings.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1207 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 , MATH 1314 , BIOL 2404 or BIOL 2401 & BIOL 2402
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
An introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems.
Semester Hours: (2-1-2)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1310 - Respiratory Care Procedures I
Essential knowledge of the equipment and techniques used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary disease. Content areas include: oxygen therapy, humidity and aerosol therapy, lung expansion therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, pulse oximetry, arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1329 - Respiratory Care Fundamentals
Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 , MATH 1314 , and (BIOL 2404 or [BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 ])
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Provides an introduction to the knowledge and skills for respiratory care including history, medical terms/symbols, medical/legal, infection control, vital signs, physical assessment, chest x-ray interpretation, medical gas therapy, oxygen analyzers, and humidity/aerosol therapy.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1360 - Clinical - Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 , MATH 1314 , and (BIOL 2404 or [BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 ])
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-15)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1361 - Clinical - Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 , MATH 1314 , and (BIOL 2404 or [BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 ])
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-15)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1411 - Respiratory Care Procedures II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Provides essential knowledge of airway care and mechanical ventilation. Airway care includes indications, techniques, equipment, and hazards and complications. Mechanical ventilation includes indications, initiation, modes, clinical application, management, complications, and weaning.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1431 - Respiratory Care Fundamentals II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Provides a continuation of knowledge and skills for respiratory care including lung expansion therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, artificial airways, manual resuscitation devices, suctioning, pulse oximetry, bedside spirometry, arterial sampling techniques and blood gas analysis and interpretation.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 1462 - Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (4-0-18)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2210 - Cardiopulmonary Disease
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Etiology, pathogenesis, pathology, diagnosis, history, prognosis, manifestations, treatment, and detection of cardiopulmonary diseases.
Semester Hours: (2-1-2)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2231 - Simulations in Respiratory Care
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Theory of clinical simulation examinations. Includes construction types, scoring, and mechanics of taking the computerized simulation examination.
Semester Hours: (2-1-4)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2314 - Mechanical Ventilation
The study of mechanical ventilation with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles, and operational characteristics. Includes indications, complications, and physiologic effects/principles of mechanical ventilation. Emphasizes initiation, management, and weaning of ventilatory support.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2317 - Respiratory Care Pharmacology
A study of drugs that affect cardiopulmonary systems. Emphasis on classification, route of administration, dosages/calculations, and physiological interactions.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2325 - Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A study of physical, radiological, hemodynamic, laboratory, nutritional, and cardiopulmonary diagnostic assessments.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2353 - Neonatal/Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Care
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A study of acute care, monitoring, and management of the neonatal/pediatric patient.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2360 - Clinical - Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-15)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2361 - Clinical - Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-15)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2405 - Pulmonary Diagnostics
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
The theories and techniques involved in pulmonary function testing, blood gas analysis, quality control, and noninvasive monitors.
Semester Hours: (4-2-4)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSPT 2462 - Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (4-0-18)
CIP: 51.0908
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RSTO 2264 - Practicum-Restaurant Management
Prerequisites: CHEF 1300 with a grade of B or better
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
Semester Hours: (2-0-16)
CIP: 12.0504
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RSTO 2405 - Management of Food Production and Service
Prerequisites: CHEF 1300 with a grade of B or better, FDNS 1301 with a grade of B or better, RSTO 2301
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
A study of quantity cookery and management problems pertaining to commercial and institutional food service, merchandising and variety in menu planning, and customer food preferences. Includes laboratory experiences in quantity food preparation and service. Students must receive a “B” or better.
Semester Hours: (4-2-4)
CIP: 12.0504
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SCIT 1420 - Physics for Allied Health
An introduction to physics with emphasis on applications to health related fields of study. Topics include forces, motion, work and energy, fluids, heat, electricity and magnetism, wave motion, sound, electromagnetic radiation, and nuclear radiation.
Semester Hours: (4-2-6)
CIP: 51.0000
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SDEV 0170 - College Success
This course is for the new student transitioning to college. Course topics include, but are not limited to: college resources, time management, note-taking, degree plans and transfer strategies, campus culture, career exploration, and college policies and procedures. Familiarization with these topics contributes to students’ personal and academic success. Required of students having fewer than 15 college level credit hours (not to include dual credit). Student must receive a grade of C or better to successfully complete this course.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 32.0101.52.12
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SDEV 0171 - Strategies for Success
This course is designed for the academically at-risk student needing to improve skills for academic success. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to: time/priority management, study techniques, motivation, goal setting and decision making, critical thinking skills, learning styles, stress management, career planning, and interpersonal skills. Required of students placed on Academic Dismissal, Permanent Academic Dismissal and/or Financial Aid Suspension. Recommended for students on Continued Academic Probation. Student must receive a grade of C or better to successfully complete this course.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 32.0101.52 12
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SDEV 0370 - Foundations for College Learning
This is a first-year seminar course designed to support the transition of students into their college experience. Students acquire a clearer understanding of college requirements, campus culture and resources. They will explore career paths, examine personal motivation and develop study skills common to successful college students. SDEV 0370 will meet the requirement for SDEV 0170 . Required of students having fewer than 15 college level credit hours (not to include dual credit), and needing course work in developmental areas based on entrance test scores. Student must receive a grade of C or better to successfully complete this course.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0101.52 12
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SOCI 1301 - Introductory Sociology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Introduction to the concepts and principles used in the study of group life, social institutions, and social processes.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.51 25
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SOCI 1306 - Social Problems
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Application of sociological principles to the major problems of contemporary society, such as inequality, crime and violence, substance abuse, deviance, or family problems.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.52 25
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SOCI 1370 - Sociology of Death and Dying
Cross-Listed With: GERS 1391
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
This course examines the customs, taboos, and historical changes relating to American funeral rites. In addition, the following topics are covered: the role of family structure, social class, religion, ethnicity, heath care, and technological changes. Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.72.25
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SOCI 2301 - Marriage and the Family
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Sociological examination of marriage and family life. Problems of courtship, mate selection, and marriage adjustment in modern American society.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.54 25
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SOCI 2319 - Minority Studies I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of minority groups. May include African-American, Mexican American, Asian American, and Native American issues.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.53 25
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SOCI 2336 - Criminology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Current theories and empirical research pertaining to crime and criminal behavior and its causes, methods of prevention, systems of punishment, and rehabilitation.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.0401.51 25
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SOCI 2340 - Drug Use and Abuse
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Study of the use and abuse of drugs in today’s society. Emphasizes the physiological, sociological, and psychological factors.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.55 25
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SOCW 2361 - Introduction to Social Work
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Development of the history, philosophy, and practice of social work in the United States, survey of the fields and techniques of social work.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 44.0701.51 24
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SOCW 2362 - Social Welfare as a Social Institution
Prerequisites: SOCW 2361
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
The study of modern social work, the underlying philosophy and ethics of social work, and the major divisions and types of social work together with their methods and objectives.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 44.0701.52 24
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SPAN 1300 - Beginning Conversational Spanish I
For beginning students whose goal is to learn to communicate orally in Spanish. Students will develop speaking, listening skills, and cultural awareness.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0905.54 13
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SPAN 1310 - Beginning Conversational Spanish II
Prerequisites: SPAN 1300 , placement exam, or departmental approval
For beginning students whose goal is to learn to communicate orally in Spanish. Students will develop speaking, listening skills, and cultural awareness. This is a continuation of SPAN 1300 .
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0905.54 13
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SPAN 1411 - Elementary Spanish I
Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0905.51 13
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SPAN 1412 - Elementary Spanish II
Prerequisites: SPAN 1411 , Placement exam, or departmental approval.
Introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course is a continuation of SPAN 1411 .
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0905.51 13
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SPAN 2311 - Intermediate Spanish I
Prerequisites: SPAN 1412 , placement exam, or departmental approval
This course is a continuation of SPAN 1412 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of Hispanic culture and civilization.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0905.52 13
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SPAN 2312 - Intermediate Spanish II
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , placement exam, or departmental approval
This course is a continuation of SPAN 2311 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of Hispanic culture and civilization.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0905.52 13
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SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
This course focuses on theories and practice of communication in interpersonal, small group and public speech. Students learn about communication theory, improve skills in communication with others, and make formal oral presentations.
This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.51 12
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SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
This course focuses on research, composition, organization, delivery, and analysis of speeches for various purposes and occasions. This course is designed for students who want to improve skills in public speaking. Emphasis is on critical thinking and refining techniques of speaking.
This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.53 12
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SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
This course focuses on the theories and exercises in verbal and nonverbal communication with focus on interpersonal relationships. Students improve their interpersonal skills by examining issues involving: language, nonverbal communication, culture, listening, conflict resolution, and self-concept. (Excellent for students entering the fields of health care, education or any occupation with a high level of interpersonal exchange.)
This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.54 12
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SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Communication
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
This course focuses on the application of theories and practice of speech communication as applied to business and professional situations. Students learn the fundamental techniques of business and professional presentations, including organizational and other types of communication used in business settings. Emphasis is on critical thinking, nonverbal communication, listening skills, interviewing, group processes and formal presentations in an organizational environment.
This course fulfills the additional Communication component area option of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.52 12
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SPCH 1342 - Voice and Diction
Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2336
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
Physiology and mechanics of effective voice production with practice in articulation, pronunciation, and enunciation.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.58 12
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SPCH 2301 - Introduction to Technology and Human Communication
Cross-Listed With: COMM 2301
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of emerging interactive communication technologies and how they influence human communication, including interpersonal, group decision-making, and public and private communication contexts.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 09.0101.51 06
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SPCH 2316 - Interviewing
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Application of communication concepts in selected interview settings with emphasis on dyadic communication, questioning techniques, interview structure, and persuasion.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 09.0101.52 06
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SPCH 2333 - Discussion and Small Group Communication
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
This course focuses on discussion and small group theories and techniques as they relate to group process and interaction. Students will examine and participate in the group process to achieve a better understanding of group dynamics in different environments.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.56 12
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SPCH 2335 - Argumentation and Debate
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
The course covers the principles of argumentation and debate, analysis and discussion of current public questions, briefing, inductive and deductive reasoning, strategy, refutation, and rebuttal in debates.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.59 12
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SPCH 2341 - Oral Interpretation
Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2370
This course focuses on theories and techniques in analyzing and interpreting literature. Students will participate in the analysis and oral presentation of various literary forms.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 23.1001.57 12
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SRGT 1244 - Technological Sciences for the Surgical Technologist
Specialized surgical modalities covered include endoscopy, microsurgery, therapeutic surgical energies, and other integrated science technologies.
Semester Hours: (2-2-0)
CIP: 51.0909
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SRGT 1361 - Clinical -Surgical Technology/Technologist
Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 , MATH 1314 , CHEM 1405 or CHEM 1411 , BIOL 2404 , HITT 1305 , BIOL 2420
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (3-0-9)
CIP: 51.0909
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SRGT 1442 - Surgical Procedures II
Prerequisites: SRGT 1541
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
Introduction to surgical procedures and related pathologies. Emphasis on surgical procedures related to thoracic, peripheral vascular, plastic/reconstructive, ophthalmology, cardiac, and neurological surgical specialties incorporating instruments, equipment, and supplies required for perioperative patient care.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 51.0909
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SRGT 1461 - Clinical - Surgical Technology/Technologist II
Prerequisites: SRGT 1261
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (4-0-16)
CIP: 51.0909
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SRGT 1505 - Introduction to Surgical Technology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
Orientation to surgical technology theory, surgical pharmacology and anesthesia, technological sciences, and patient care concepts.
Semester Hours: (5-4-2)
CIP: 51.0909
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SRGT 1509 - Fundamentals of Perioperative Concepts and Techniques
Prerequisites: HITT 1305 , ENGL 1301 , BIOL 2401 , BIOL 2420 (or concurrent enrollment)
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
In-depth coverage of preoperative concepts such as aseptic/sterile principles and practices, infectious processes, wound healing, and creation and maintenance of the sterile field.
Semester Hours: (5-4-3)
CIP: 51.0909
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SRGT 1541 - Surgical Procedures I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
Introduction to surgical procedures and related pathologies. Emphasis on surgical procedures related to general, obstetrics/gynecology, genitourinary, otorhinolaryngology and orthopedic surgical specialties incorporating instruments, equipment, and supplies required for perioperative patient care.
Semester Hours: (5-4-2)
CIP: 51.0909
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SRGT 1561 - Clinical - Surgical Technology/Technologist III
Prerequisites: SRGT 1461
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (5-0-15)
CIP: 51.0909
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TECA 1303 - Families, School, and Community
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
A study of the child, family, community, and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. The course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 13.0101.52 09
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TECA 1311 - Educating Young Children
Cross-Listed With: CDEC 1311
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for chidren from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations; and the course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 13.1202.51 09
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TECA 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focuses on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the Naional Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 13.0101.53 09
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TECA 1354 - Child Growth and Development
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 13.1202.52 09
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TECM 1303 - Technical Calculations
Specific mathematical calculations required by business and industry. Includes whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, decimals, percents, ratios, and proportions. Also covers converting to different units of measure (standard and/or metric).
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 27.0301
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TECM 1317 - Technical Trigonometry
Prerequisites: TECM 1341 or departmental approval
This course is the study of triangular measurement and calculation in technical applications. Topics include trigonometry ratios, solution of right triangles, oblique triangles, and vector analysis as used with industrial applications.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 27.0301
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TECM 1341 - Technical Algebra
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
This course involves the application of algebra to technical occupations. Topics include principles of linear equations, simultaneous equations, quadratic equations, and manipulation of powers and roots. The emphasis is on stated word problems relevant to technical and vocational occupations.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 27.0301
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TECM 1343 - Technical Algebra and Trigonometry
Algebraic and trigonometric applications used in technical/industrial settings. Topics include linear equations, simultaneous equations, quadratic equations, manipulation of powers and roots, trigonometry ratios, solutions of right triangles, oblique triangles and vector analysis. Emphasis on stated work problems relevant to technical and vocational occupations.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 27.0301
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VNSG 1116 - Nutrition
Introduction to nutrients and the role of diet therapy in growth and development and in the maintenance of health.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1133 - Growth and Development
Study of the basic aspects of growth and development throughout the life span. Focus on growth and development of the individual’s body, mind, and personality as influenced by the environment.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1138 - Mental Illness
Prerequisites: VNSG 1323
Study of human behavior with emphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities and modes of treatment incorporating the nursing process.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1160 - Clinical - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Corequisites: VNSG 1423
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (1-0-6)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1163 - Clinical Co-requisite to VNSG 1238
Prerequisites: VNSG 1304 , VNSG 1227 , VNSG 1420 , VNSG 1502, and VNSG 1260
Corequisites: VNSG 1238
Study of human behavior with emphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities and modes of treatment incorporating the nursing process.
Semester Hours: (1-0-6)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1227 - Essentials of Medication Administration
General principles of medication administration including determination of dosage, preparation, safe administration, and documentation of multiple forms of drugs. Instruction includes various systems of measurement.
Semester Hours: (2-2-1)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1231 - Pharmacology
Prerequisites: VNSG 1304
Dosage Calculations: Fundamentals of medications and their diagnostics, therapeutic, and curative effects. Includes nursing interventions utilizing the nursing process.
Semester Hours: (2-2-1)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1238 - Mental Illness
Prerequisites: VNSG 1304 , VNSG 1227 , VNSG 1420 , VNSG 1502, and VNSG 1260
Corequisites: VNSG 1163
Study of human behavior with emphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities and modes of treatment incorporating the nursing process.
Semester Hours: (2-2-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1261 - Clinical - Licensed Practical/Vocational NurseTraining
Corequisites: VNSG 1238
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (2-0-6)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1304 - Foundations of Nursing
Introduction to the nursing profession including history, standards of practice, legal and ethical issues, and role of the vocational nurse. Topics include mental health (stress adaptation), therapeutic communication, cultural/spiritual diversity, nursing process, holistic awareness, and introduction to Gerontology.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1330 - Maternal-Neonatal Nursing
Corequisites: VNSG 2160
A study of the biological, psychological, and sociological concepts applicable to basic needs of the family including childbearing and neonatal care. Utilization of the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Topics include physiological changes related to pregnancy, fetal development, and nursing care of the family during labor and delivery and the puerperium.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1334 - Pediatrics
Corequisites: VNSG 2161
Study of the care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease. Emphasis on growth and developmental needs utilizing the nursing process.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1391 - Professional Development
Corequisites: VNSG 2162
Study of the importance of professional growth. Topics include the role of the licensed nurse in the multidisciplinary health care tram, professional organization, and continuing education. objective review of the nursing process, management and coordination of safe effective care, patient physiology and psychological needs, and the maintenance and promotion of health. A review of nursing ethics and the nurse practice act are also topics discussed.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1420 - Anatomy and Physiology for Allied Health
Study of the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems.
Semester Hours: (4-3-2)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1423 - Basic Nursing Skills
Corequisites: VNSG 1160
Mastery of basic nursing skills and competencies for a variety of health care settings using the nursing process as the foundation for all nursing interventions.
Semester Hours: (4-3-4)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1429 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Corequisites: VNSG 2260
Application of the nursing process to the care of the adult patient experiencing medical-surgical conditions along the health-illness continuum in a variety of health care settings. Nursing intervention through application of the nursing process for clients with cancer and medical and surgical disorders related to the following systems: Genitourinary, Musculoskeletal, Neurosensory Neurosensory, Gastrointestinal and Integumentary systems. Also included are disorders of the male and female reproductive systems. This course will include anatomy and physiology review, medical and surgical treatment and the related nursing interventions, as well as the psychological approach in caring for these clients.
Semester Hours: (4-4-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 1432 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II
Corequisites: VNSG 2261
Continuation of Medical-Surgical Nursing I with application of the nursing process to the care of the adult patient experiencing medical-surgical conditions along the health-illness continuum in a variety of health care settings. Nursing intervention through application of the nursing process for clients with medical and surgical disorders related to the following systems: Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Sensory, Endocrine, Hemotologic, Immune and Lymphatic. This course will include anatomy and physiology review, medical and surgical treatment and the related nursing interventions, as well as the psychological approach in caring for these clients.
Semester Hours: (4-4-0)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 2160 - Clinical - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Corequisites: VNSG 1330
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (1-0-6)
CIP: 51.3901
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VNSG 2161 - Clinical - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Corequisites: VNSG 1334
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: (1-0-6)
CIP: 51.3901
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