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MUA - 296A-B Applied Percussion II
(1-2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 196A-B Applied Percussion I with a final grade of C or better.
Continued instruction in percussion performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). The course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.
Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
Lab Hours: 15 or 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUA - 297A-B Applied Drum Set II
(1-2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 197A-B Applied Drum Set I , with a final grade of C or higher.
Continued instruction in drum set performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.
Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
Lab Hours: 15 or 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUA - 298A-B Applied Guitar II
(1-2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 198A-B Applied Guitar I , with a final grade of C or higher.
Continued instruction in guitar performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.
Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
Lab Hours: 15 or 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUA - 299A-B Applied Piano II
(1-2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: 1 credit hour of MUA - 120 Applied Piano or permission of instructor.
Individualized instruction in piano performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.
Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
Lab Hours: 15 or 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-157, MUSI-196A-B.
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MUA - 399A-B Applied Piano III
(1-2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MUA - 299A-B Applied Piano II .
Continued instruction in piano performance through the further development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship levels established in MUA-299. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.
Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
Lab Hours: 15 or 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 100 Music Appreciation
(3 s.h.)
Music Appreciation is concerned with the development of Western Classical Music that encompasses nearly 2500 years of history beginning in 400 BC and culminating in the 20th century. This course provides the student knowledge of six commonly recognized historical eras through lectures, recordings, videotapes, digital media, and possible guest speakers.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-113, MUSI-101.
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MUS - 105 Introduction to Music Theory
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Previous instrumental or vocal music experience.
Introduction to Music Theory is designed as a precourse to any music theory sequence. The course work will emphasize the circle of fifths, major scales, all forms of the minor scales, parallel and relative scale relationships, and music vocabulary. This course will also introduce the aural skills of scale identification, rhythmic dictation, and interval identification.
Lecture Hours: 22.5
Lab Hours: 15
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-120, MUSI-120.
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MUS - 120 Music Theory I
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Previous instrumental or vocal experience.
Corequisite: MUS - 130 Aural Skills I .
Music Theory I examines all the basic materials of music which include notation, scales, intervals, chords, melody, harmony, rhythm and texture. Other areas of analysis take in cadence types, chord inversions, figured bass harmonization and principles of part writing based on 18th century models. Students will meet three days a week for one hour.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 121 Music Theory II
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MUS - 120 Music Theory I and MUS - 130 Aural Skills I with final grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.
Corequisite: MUS - 131 Aural Skills II .
A continuation of Music Theory I, Music Theory II will examine in more detail the harmonic elements of music. Discussions will include the harmonic progression, secondary chords, modulation, and specific types of seventh chords as they relate to 18th century counterpoint. Simple binary and ternary forms will be introduced.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 130 Aural Skills I
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Previous instrumental or vocal music experience.
Corequisite: MUS - 120 Music Theory I
This course introduces fundamentals of the aural skills, ear training, and sight singing. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 131 Aural Skills II
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MUS - 120 Music Theory I and MUS - 130 Aural Skills I with final grade of C or higher, or instructor consent.
Corequisite: MUS - 121 Music Theory II .
This course will provide continued development of ear training and sight singing skills. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 132 Aural Skills III
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MUS - 121 Music Theory II and MUS - 131 Aural Skills II with final grade of C or higher, or instructor consent.
Corequisite: MUS - 220 Music Theory III .
This course will provide continued development of ear training and sight singing skills. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 133 Aural Skills IV
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MUS - 132 Aural Skills III and MUS - 220 Music Theory III with a final grade of C or higher, or instructor consent.
Corequisite: MUS - 221 Music Theory IV .
This course will provide continued development of ear training and sight singing skills. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 140 Concert Choir
(1 s.h.)
Concert Choir is open to all students interested in vocal music. If needed, auditions will be held to achieve proper ensemble balance. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-150, MUSI-150.
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MUS - 141 Concert Choir II
(1 s.h.)
Concert Choir II is open to all students interested in vocal music. If needed, auditions will be held to achieve proper ensemble balance. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 142 Concert Choir III
(1 s.h.)
Concert Choir III is open to all students interested in vocal music. If needed, auditions will be held to achieve proper ensemble balance. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 144 Orchestra
(1 s.h.)
The North Iowa Symphony Orchestra, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, rehearses one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. Some sections of the orchestra require an audition. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 35
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-153, MUSI-153.
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MUS - 145 Concert Band
(1 s.h.)
Performance in the North Iowa Concert Band, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, with rehearsals one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 35
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-152, MUSI-152.
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MUS - 150 Chamber Ensemble
(1 s.h.)
This course is designed to provide an opportunity to study and perform chamber literature of the last three centuries. Groups may vary in size from duets to sextets for brass, woodwind, string, or percussion instrumentalists. Also includes jazz combos. Time is arranged.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-155, MUSI-155.
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MUS - 152 Vocal Ensemble
(1 s.h.)
Corequisite: MUS - 140 Concert Choir .
NIACC Singers is an auditioned group for students with a high level of competency in vocal music. Auditions may be completed individually by contacting the professor. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings. This course may be repeated one time.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 50-151, MUSI-151.
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MUS - 174 North Iowa Choral Society
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Audition or recommendation of Vocal Director.
The North Iowa Choral Society, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, rehearses one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa Area. This course is repeatable one time. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 179 Jazz Band
(1 s.h.)
The NIACC Jazz Band rehearses twice each week in preparation for concerts on campus, for area high school assemblies, festivals, and community events. Concentration on jazz repertoire from 1930 to the present. Open to all interested NIACC students by audition. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to equivalent to 50-154, MUSI-154, MUS-163.
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MUS - 244 Orchestra II
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUS - 144 Orchestra , with a final grade of C or higher.
Continued performance in the North Iowa Symphony Orchestra, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, rehearses one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 35
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 245 Concert Band II
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUS - 145 Concert Band , with a final grade of C or higher.
Continued performance in the North Iowa Concert Band, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, with rehearsals one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 35
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 252 Vocal Ensemble II–NIACC Singers
(1 s.h.)
Corequisite: MUS - 141 Concert Choir II .
NIACC Singers is an auditioned group for students with a high level of competency in vocal music. Auditions may be completed individually by contacting the professor. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 274 North Iowa Choral Society II
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Audition or recommendation of Vocal Director.
Continued performance in the North Iowa Choral Society, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, with rehearsals one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. This course is repeatable one time. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 279 Jazz Band II
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUS - 179 Jazz Band , with a final grade of C or higher.
Continued performance in the NIACC Jazz Band, with rehearsals twice each week in preparation for concerts on campus, for area high school assemblies, festivals, and community events. Concentration on jazz repertoire from 1930 to the present. Open to all interested NIACC students by audition. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 344 Orchestra III
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUS - 244 Orchestra II with a final grade of C or higher.
Continued performance in the North Iowa Symphony Orchestra, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, with rehearsals one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 35
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 345 Concert Band III
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUS - 245 Concert Band II with a final grade of C or higher.
Continued performance in the North Iowa Concert Band, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, with rehearsals one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 35
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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MUS - 379 Jazz Band III
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUS - 279 Jazz Band II with a grade of C or higher.
Continued performance in the NIACC Jazz Band, with rehearsals twice each week in preparation for concerts on campus, area high school assemblies, festivals, and community events. Concentration on jazz repertoire from 1930 to the present. Open to all interested NIACC students by audition. This course is repeatable one time.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PHI - 101 Introduction to Philosophy
(3 s.h.)
Introduces the student to the study of philosophy and teaches skills of critical thinking. The course examines the meaning and value of philosophy; human nature and the self, axiology-ethics and values (In search of the Good Life); social philosophy; freedom; individualism; philosophy and art; epistemology - the nature of knowledge; truth; philosophy and religion; the meaning of suffering and death; examination of decision making and self-discovery.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-210, PHIL-101.
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PHI - 105 Introduction to Ethics
(3 s.h.)
This course is designed to develop objective thinking skills. The goal is to create a balance between moral principles when considering a variety of ethical issues. The emphasis will be on developing a moral stance that is workable in today’s society. Issues include poverty, environment, animal rights, business, preferences in hiring, war, death penalty, abortion, euthanasia, parent-child relationships, sex, love, and marriage.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-212, PHIL-102.
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Physical Education Activities |
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PEA - 127 Beginning Jogging
(1 s.h.)
A self-paced physical conditioning course that emphasizes cardiovascular fitness through walking and jogging. The primary purpose is to introduce novice exercisers to the benefits of walking and jogging for the enhancement of health and fitness. Information on new trends and topics of fitness will be covered and a walking/jogging program will be performed throughout the term. This course is a physical activity-based course. By the end of the term, a student should be able to jog 30 minutes.
Lecture Hours: 8
Lab Hours: 15
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEA - 130 Downhill Skiing
(1 s.h.)
Fundamentals of downhill (alpine) skiing with a combination of classroom discussion, online assignments, demonstration, and on-the- slope skiing lessons and evaluation. Students will be required to sign up for two one-day, weekend ski trips with the class during the semester, and will ski with the class during the lesson time. Equipment rental may be required. This course will not cover snowboarding, nor cross country (Nordic) skiing. This course is repeatable up to 2 semester hours of credit.
Lecture Hours: 7.5
Lab Hours: 15
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEA - 146 Physical Fitness I
(1 s.h.)
Lecture and laboratory course designed to increase a person’s interest of his/her own level of physical fitness. The course provides activities with which the student can improve his/her level of physical fitness in the areas of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance.
Lecture Hours: 8
Lab Hours: 15
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 60-113, PHYE-113.
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PEA - 187 Weight Training I
(1 s.h.)
Hybrid course designed to cover the basic principles and skill techniques involved in weight training. This course will provide an overview of strength training principles, types of strength, systems of resistance training as well as training the five components of fitness, exercise prescription, and program design.
Lecture Hours: 8
Lab Hours: 15
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 60-102, PHYE-130.
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PEA - 190 Yoga/Stretching I
(1 s.h.)
A lab course designed to increase the student’s awareness and appreciation of yoga and its effect on physical and mental well being. The course provides a structured environment for the student to learn proper body alignment in the yoga poses and an awareness of the benefits associated with the different poses. This course is repeatable for up to 2 semester hours of credit.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to PHYE-133.
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Physical Education Training |
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PET - 110 Introduction to Athletic Training
(2 s.h.)
Introduction to the field of athletic training with emphasis on the history of the National Athletic Training Association, certification guidelines, policies and procedures, risk management, roles and responsibilities of athletic trainers, and common illnesses and injuries.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PET - 135 Personal Trainer
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisites: PEA - 187 Weight Training I .
This course is designed to provide knowledge and prepare the student to become a nationally certified personal trainer. The focus of this course will be on the components of personal training. Students will also have the opportunity to train clients throughout the semester. Upon completion of this course, the student will have the necessary knowledge to apply for the ACE personal trainer certification exam.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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General Physical Education and Health |
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PEH - 111 Personal Wellness
(3 s.h.)
Personal Wellness is an introductory course designed to explore the dimensions of wellness and prepare students for healthy, proactive lifestyles through lecture, experiential learning, and various physical and wellbeing activities. Students will assess their overall level of wellness, apply skill-related knowledge linked to activities that promote active lifestyles, and explore the connections between the dimensions of wellness and overall quality of life.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEH - 140 First Aid
(1 s.h.)
Lecture-type course designed to give the layperson adequate first aid knowledge and skills with emphasis on accident prevention and recognition and treatment of common medical emergencies.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 60-232, PHYE-117.
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PEH - 144 Human Movement Science
(3 s.h.)
The content of this course is focused on the application of the skeletal and neuromuscular systems to human movement. Additionally, arthrology and basic mechanical principles will be considered. Special attention to the attachments and actions of the skeletal muscles will occur throughout the semester.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEH - 161 Introduction to Physical Education
(2 s.h.)
Designed to provide career information concerning opportunities in physical education, coaching, and recreational activities.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 60-117, PHYE-101.
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PEH - 180 Rape Education and Self Defense
(2 s.h.)
Fundamental Self-Defense Theory is a course of study designed to introduce the participant to basic self-defense concepts and techniques, to heighten the participant’s level of awareness and alertness in her environment, to provide the participant with information about violent contexts, and to provide the participant with basic physical methods of self-defense. In general, this course cannot offer absolutes; however, the theory behind such a course rests in the concept that those armed with information and a few operational options stand a better chance of avoiding and, when avoidance fails, surviving violence.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 60-175, PHYE-110.
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PEH - 191 Sports Nutrition
(3 s.h.)
This course will focus on basic human nutrition along with nutritional needs for athletes and/or physically active individuals. Areas of focus will be on carbohydrate loading, hydration, supplement use, fad diets, eating disorders, maintaining healthy body weight, and ergogenic aids.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEH - 221 Introduction to Leisure Services
(3 s.h.)
Introduction to leisure, youth, and human services professions. Examination of the components of LYHS delivery systems, focusing on programs and services, facilities, populations served, and sources of funding.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEH - 261 Physical Activity for Health and Fitness
(3 s.h.)
Identification and programming of physical activities and nutrition lifestyle practices. Emphasis on the role of physical activity and nutrition in the enhancement of health and fitness in others. Integration of experiential learning activities with cognitive subject matter.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEH - 908A-C Cooperative Education Internship
(1-3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Permission of Cooperative Education instructor.
A Cooperative Education Internship provides work experience related to wellness, exercise science, leisure service, and/or physical education. This course is primarily designed to provide students with supervised work experience within their field of interest. Work experience hours are arranged, the number of hours are determined on the basis of one credit hour equals 60 hours of supervised work experience.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 60, 120 or 180
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Intercollegiate Physical Education |
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PEV - 105 Varsity Sports Participation I
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalent, and instructor permission.
This course includes the knowledge and skills gained through participation in soccer, volleyball, or cross country at North Iowa Area Community College. This course is intended for first time fall athletes. Participants must meet NJCAA eligibility requirements.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEV - 106 Varsity Sport Participation II
(1 s.h.)
High school diploma or equivalent, and instructor permission.
This course includes the knowledge and skills gained through participation in basketball, softball, baseball, wrestling, track & field, or golf at North Iowa Area Community College. This course is intended for first time spring athletes. Participants must meet NJCAA eligibility requirements.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEV - 156 Drill Team
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: High School diploma or equivalent, and instructor permission.
This course includes the knowledge and skills gained through participation in drill/dance team at North Iowa Area Community College. This course is repeatable 1 time.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEV - 190 Varsity Spirit Squad
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalent, and instructor permission.
This course includes the knowledge and skills gained through participation in varsity spirit squad/cheer at North Iowa Area Community College. This course is repeatable 1 time.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEV - 205 Varsity Sports Participation III
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PEV - 105 Varsity Sports Participation I , high school diploma or equivalent, and instructor permission.
This course includes the knowledge and skills gained through participation in soccer, volleyball, or cross country at North Iowa Area Community College. This course is intended for second time fall athletes. Participants must meet NJCAA eligibility requirements.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PEV - 206 Varsity Sports Participation IV
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PEV - 106 Varsity Sport Participation II , high school diploma or equivalent, and instructor permission.
This course includes the knowledge and skills gained through participation in basketball, softball, baseball, wrestling, track & field, or golf at North Iowa Area Community College. This course is intended for second time spring athletes. Participants must meet NJCAA eligibility requirements.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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Physical Science |
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PHS - 125 Physical Science
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: High school Algebra or equivalent.
An introductory, college-level, one-semester lab course intended to meet general education and elementary education certification requirements. Uses the Physical Science & Everyday Thinking curriculum and includes units on Energy, Forces, Systems, Behavior of Gases, and Physical and Chemical Changes.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-114, PHYS-101.
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PHS - 142 Principles of Astronomy
(3 s.h.)
This physical science course explores the mysteries of the universe. Through scientific reason, the course will examine the following: the history of astronomy, the planets, stars, nebulae, galaxies, and current theories on astrophysical phenomena. This course emphasizes amateur observation techniques.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-182, PHYS-105.
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Physical Therapist Assistant |
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PTA - 101 Introduction to PTA
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the PTA program.
This course provides an overview of the physical therapy profession and the role of the physical therapist assistant, including legal and ethical aspects of practice. Students will be informed in how to research physical therapy topics, on the importance of confidentiality and patient’s rights, and will have an understanding of how to report abuse in the workplace. Students will develop an understanding of the impact an illness or disability has on the individual, will be instructed in documentation, and given much opportunity to work on their communication skills. Includes a unit on managing stress, how culture impacts patient care, and an introduction to the Clinical Education component of the program.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-149, PTAS-701.
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PTA - 110 Fundamentals for PTA
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the PTA program.
This course provides a foundation in physical therapy interventions by covering techniques that the PTA can utilize to monitor patients as well as basic treatment interventions such as range of motion and transfers. Purposes of all skills, proper techniques, and safety considerations will be addressed. Students will have lab time to apply, practice, and demonstrate skills they are taught.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-144, PTAS-702.
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PTA - 120 Kinesiology
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: BIO - 206 Anatomy and Physiology I (and lab) with a grade of C or higher.
This course provides a basic understanding of normal human body movement as related to skeletal, articular, neurological, and muscular systems. Levers, torques, center of gravity, base of support, and their relationship to balance, posture, and movement will be addressed. The student will learn anatomical palpations and the basics of human gait.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-149, BIOL-222.
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PTA - 131 PTA Clinical Application
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 110 Fundamentals for PTA
Corequisite: PTA - 190 Physical Agents
This course studies the structural anatomy of bones, joints, and muscle attachments that can be palpated and identified as landmarks. Students will also participate in four clinical simulation experiences incorporating and applying skills, knowledge and attitudes from previous and current PTA courses.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PTA - 142 Developmental Processes
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 110 Fundamentals for PTA with a grade of C or higher.
Presents overview of normal physical developmental processes which affect an individual throughout the life span; will address common diagnoses seen in the following groups along with physical therapy treatment interventions: infancy, school years, teenage years, and adulthood. The student will learn about the overall development of the human nervous system as well as an understanding of nervous system terminology. Includes a unit in basic pharmacology and nutrition helping the student relate both of these areas to their future patient’s overall health.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PTA - 150 Pathophysiology
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 190 Physical Agents .
This course presents clinical disorders and diseases commonly treated in physical therapy. Pathology, etiology, diagnosis, signs, symptoms, treatment, prognosis and implications for rehabilitation will be covered.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-147, PTAS-801.
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PTA - 162 PTA Assessment Procedures
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisites: PTA - 190 Physical Agents .
The course provides an in-depth look at various assessment skills performed and utilized by the PTA. Special emphasis will be on theory, application procedures, and documentation of findings when utilizing goniometry and manual muscle testing in the clinic setting. Students will have an opportunity in the lab portion to apply, practice, and demonstrate techniques they are taught.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-150, PTAS-802.
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PTA - 190 Physical Agents
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 110 Fundamentals for PTA .
Prerequisite/ Corequisite: PTA - 120 Kinesiology .
This course prepares the student to use physical agents for patient treatment. Mechanisms of action, indications, precautions, contraindications and treatment procedures will be covered for the following: superficial heat, deep heat, electromagnetic radiation, cold, external compression, massage, biofeedback, whirlpool, wound care, traction, and electrical stimulation. Pain rating and skin assessment procedures will also be included. Students will practice applications in lab.
Lecture Hours: 37.5
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-159, PTAS-712.
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PTA - 210 Orthopedics
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 500 PTA Clinic I .
Principles of fracture and soft tissue healing are applied to musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. Injuries, disorders, and function specific to each joint are covered. Physical therapy treatment for specific joint injuries is presented. Students will practice techniques in lab.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-213, PTAS-811.
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PTA - 231 Therapeutic Exercise for PTA
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 500 PTA Clinic I .
This course studies the physiological effect of exercise on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems. Physical therapy treatment techniques to improve strength, flexibility, cardiovascular and pulmonary function are presented. Special topics discussed are diabetes, pregnancy, amputation, women’s health issues, and aquatic therapy. Students will practice techniques in lab.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-212, PTAS-810.
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PTA - 241 Neurology for PTA
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 500 PTA Clinic I .
This course will provide information, discussion, and treatment considerations with neurologically- based diagnoses. Clinical manifestations and treatment considerations will be addressed with common neurological disorders with special emphasis on strokes or CVA. To enhance the students’ understanding, typical treatment techniques, exercise programs, and treatment progression will be applied to lab scenarios with diagnoses covered. Students will have an opportunity in the lab portion to apply, practice, and demonstrate techniques they are taught.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-214, PTAS-812.
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PTA - 250 PTA Career Essentials
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 500 PTA Clinic I .
This course includes the basic principles of management including levels of authority and responsibility, supervisory process, performance appraisals, and policies and procedures. The process of quality assurance and chart audits are discussed. Varieties of reimbursement systems and their impact on health care delivery are discussed. Resume writing, interviewing, and employability skills will be covered. Ethical and legal issues in the practice of physical therapy will also be examined.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-215, PTAS-813.
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PTA - 280 PTA Seminar
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 502 PTA Clinic III or permission of instructor.
The course will address all aspects of patient care in a physical therapy setting, including what is expected of a PTA at entry level practice. Discussion based, this 15-hour course will incorporate students’ experiences from Clinic III so that each student has time to process and consider these learning experiences. All aspects of patient care will be addressed and case studies will be reviewed to assist with problem solving skills.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-217, PTAS-823.
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PTA - 500 PTA Clinic I
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisites: PTA - 150 Pathophysiology and PTA - 162 PTA Assessment Procedures .
This clinical occurs in the final two weeks of the third term and extends one week outside the term (three week full-time clinical experience). Skills, knowledge, and attitudes learned in all completed PTA course work will be applied to direct patient care in selected clinical settings. Includes application/ integration of current and previous PTA course work with goal of student providing quality care with uncomplicated to complex patients and a degree of supervision/guidance that will vary with the complexity of the patient or the environment. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 112
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-138, PTAS-803, PTA-302.
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PTA - 501 PTA Clinic II
(7 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 500 PTA Clinic I .
Eight week, full-time clinical experience. Skills, knowledge, and attitudes learned in all completed PTA course work will be applied to direct patient care in selected clinical settings. Includes application/integration of all PTA course work with goal of student consistently and efficiently providing quality care with uncomplicated to complex patients and a moderate to low degree of supervision/guidance except when addressing new and highly complex situations. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 320
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-218, PTAS-821, PTA-400.
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PTA - 502 PTA Clinic III
(5 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PTA - 501 PTA Clinic II .
Six week, full-time clinical experience. Skills, knowledge, and attitudes learned in all PTA courses will be applied to direct patient care in selected clinical settings. Includes application/integration of all PTA course work with goal of student consistently and efficiently providing quality care with uncomplicated to complex patients. The student usually needs no further guidance or supervision except when addressing new and highly complex situations. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 240
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-219, PTAS-822, PTA-401.
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PHY - 106 Survey of Physics
(4 s.h.)
Corequisite: MAT - 092 Intermediate Algebra or equivalent.
This is an introductory, one-semester course treating a selection of important topics in physics. The current offering emphasizes light, electricity, magnetism, the wave-particle duality of quantum mechanics, and the Special Theory of Relativity. In connection with these themes, topics such as force and the motion of particles; the concept of energy; the nature and properties of waves; and the history of physics, are also considered. This course addresses the general education skills of scientific literacy and critical thinking. A previous physics course is not required.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-122, PHYS-110.
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PHY - 162 College Physics I
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: MAT - 134 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry or equivalent.
This is the first semester of a two-semester physics sequence relying on algebra, trigonometry, and analytic geometry, but not employing calculus. It is intended for students whose program requirements may be satisfied by a physics course of this level. It emphasizes kinematics, vectors, dynamics, conservation laws, simple harmonic motion, and rotational motion. This course, like other general education science division courses, addresses the general education skills of scientific literacy and critical thinking.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-280, PHYS-120.
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PHY - 172 College Physics II
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PHY - 162 College Physics I or equivalent, or permission of instructor.
Second semester of a two-semester physics sequence relying on algebra, trigonometry, and analytic geometry, but not employing calculus. Intended for students whose program requirements may be satisfied by a physics course of this level. Emphasizes electric fields and electricity, electric circuits, and magnetic fields and magnetism; also includes material on waves and optics, and on additional topics as time allows. This course, like other general education science courses, addresses the general education skills of scientific literacy and critical thinking.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-281, PHYS-121.
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PHY - 212 Classical Physics I
(5 s.h.)
Pre/Corequisite: MAT - 210 Calculus I , or permission of instructor.
This is the first semester of a two-semester calculus-based sequence intended for students majoring in engineering, physics, chemistry, or other sciences. It emphasizes kinematics, vectors, dynamics, conservation laws, simple harmonic motion, rotational motion, and thermodynamics. This course, like other general education science courses, addresses the general education skills of scientific literacy and critical thinking.
Lecture Hours: 60
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-282, PHYS-220.
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PHY - 222 Classical Physics II
(5 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PHY - 212 Classical Physics I with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent, or permission of instructor.
Pre/corequisite: MAT - 216 Calculus II .
This is the second semester of a two-semester calculus-based sequence intended for students majoring in engineering, physics, chemistry, or other sciences. It emphasizes electric fields and electricity, electric circuits, and magnetic fields and magnetism. It also includes materials on waves and optics, and on additional fields as time allows. This course, like other general education science courses, addresses the general education skills of scientific literacy and critical thinking.
Lecture Hours: 60
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-283, PHYS-221.
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PNN - 603 Practical Nursing I
(4 s.h.)
Corequisites: HSC - 150 Body Structure and Function and ENG - 105 Composition I .
This course provides an orientation of the history of nursing, ethical and legal principles, dosage calculation, and the role of the practical nurse in the health community. Introduction to basic nursing assessments relating to safety and comfort while utilizing the nursing process to identify and meet client needs throughout the life span. Students will be instructed in documentation and communication skills. Instruction in implementation of medical asepsis and safety when performing basic nursing skills. Students will apply, practice, and demonstrate the skills taught in the college laboratory.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 94-101, LPNS-701.
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PNN - 604 Practical Nursing II
(13 s.h.)
Corequisite: PSY - 111 Introduction to Psychology .
A continuation of PNN - 603 Practical Nursing I . Practical Nursing II continues to utilize the nursing process with emphasis on implementation in meeting client needs resulting from physical and psychological impairments. Pharmacology, diet modification, psychosocial concepts, disease process, and health maintenance are incorporated into the student’s knowledge and skills. Introduction of concepts and care of the obstetric, newborn, and pediatric client. The student will continue to practice advanced skills in the college lab as well as clinical experiences in long-term care, pediatrics, medical-surgical, maternal-newborn, and community settings.
Lecture Hours: 135
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 135
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to LPNS-705.
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PNN - 607 Practical Nursing III
(13 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PNN - 604 Practical Nursing II .
Corequisite: PSY - 121 Developmental Psychology .
Practical Nursing III emphasizes utilization of all components of the nursing process to meet client needs resulting from impairments related to disease processes affecting physical and psychological status of the client. Student’s knowledge and skills continue to be enhanced in areas of pharmacology, nutrition, mobility, psychosocial concepts, and health maintenance. Concepts of management, legal, and ethical aspects of the nursing profession are presented. A supervised management experience in the long-term care setting allows the student an opportunity to care for a group of clients and apply basic skills in leadership and conflict management. Clinical experiences include medical-surgical, long-term care, mental health, and community setting.
Lecture Hours: 105
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 270
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 94-110, LPNS-704.
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PSY - 102 Human and Work Relations
(3 s.h.)
Human and Work Relations is the study of self and social behavior. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and application of social theories and research for the development of effective and organizational relationships. Attention is also devoted to individual and group dynamics in context with feelings, attitudes, and perceptions of self along with the work organization.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PSY - 111 Introduction to Psychology
(3 s.h.)
An introduction to the scientific study of behavior; a brief history of psychology as a science, and topics fundamental to human behavior including developmental issues, sensory abilities, cognitive performance, social and emotional factors in behavior, and abnormal behavior and therapies.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-101, PSYC-101.
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PSY - 121 Developmental Psychology
(3 s.h.)
A topical approach to studying the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains of human development from conception to death. A variety of psychological issues including learning, personality, moral behavior, and psychological well-being and life satisfaction across the lifespan are discussed. Examining the research in these areas allows students to understand and appreciate different perspectives on cultural, ethnic, and gender issues.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-230, PSYC-110.
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PSY - 211 Psychology of Adjustment
(3 s.h.)
This course will examine psychological theories and current research on positive mental health. Emphasis will be given to models of adjustment as they apply to the student’s life. We all have to adjust to changes throughout the course of our lives, and this course will help students learn about and apply psychological concepts to help them meet such life challenges as time management, developing a self-identity, building and maintaining friendships and romantic relationships, adopting healthier behaviors and lifestyles, developing interpersonal skills, coping with stress, dealing with emotional problems, adjusting to the changes made in our lives as a result of technological advances, and dealing with psychological disorders.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PSY - 223 Child and Adolescent Psychology
(3 s.h.)
This course covers information relevant to the development of humans from the prenatal stages through adolescence providing an introduction to and survey of behavioral characteristics of individual development. Interwoven into each stage of development (infancy/ toddlerhood, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence) are the effects of community, family, and school in the development of children and adolescence.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-104, PSYC-204.
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PSY - 241 Abnormal Psychology
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PSY - 111 Introduction to Psychology .
An introduction to the study of psychological disorders, with an emphasis on anxiety, mood, schizophrenia, personality, and substance-related disorders. The course includes understanding the personal dynamics of mental disorders and biopsychosocial factors involved in the assessment, etiology, and treatment.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PSY - 251 Social Psychology
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PSY - 111 Introduction to Psychology .
The study of interpersonal relations, which includes people’s thoughts, feelings, attitudes, and attributions in social situations. In addition, the topics of person perception, prejudice, aggression, persuasion, interpersonal attraction, conformity, obedience, altruism and group processes will be covered.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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PSY - 281 Educational Psychology
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PSY - 121 Developmental Psychology or PSY - 223 Child and Adolescent Psychology , (Education students must take PSY 223 ).
Educational psychology applies the accumulated knowledge of human cognition and behavior from the field of psychology to the theory and practice of teaching and learning. This course will be taught from a research perspective to facilitate student comprehension of teaching theories and how they can be applied in the classroom.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-103, PSYC-205.
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POL - 111 American National Government
(3 s.h.)
A survey of the American federal system of government including a description and analysis of the Constitution; the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government; and the American political process.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-120, POLS-101.
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POL - 112 American State and Local Government
(3 s.h.)
A survey of state and local governments in the United States including an analysis of federal-state relations; state constitutions; state and local legislative, executive, and judicial systems; and major issues in state and local politics.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-121, POLS-102.
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POL - 121 International Relations
(3 s.h.)
An introductory course in international relations which offers an analysis of the structure and processes of world politics. Topics covered include the study of foreign policies, a survey of major problems in contemporary world affairs, and an examination of selected global issues.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-122, POLS-110.
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RAD - 573 Clinical V
(6 s.h.)
Prerequisites: RAD - 764 Pharmacology for Radiographers , Radiographic Image Processing, Imaging Equipment and Quality Management, Radiographic Procedures IV with Lab, and Clinical IV.
Corequisites: RAD - 744 Radiographic Pathology , RAD - 901 Registry Review , and RAD - 767 Radiographic Procedures V .
Clinical experiences throughout various Radiography rotations allow for the observation, development and application of topics covered in the classroom from previous and current terms including: radiographic examinations, technical concepts, image evaluation and safety processes. The student assists and provides patient care according to the competency-based JRCERT supervision policy. Observational rotations through various Imaging Modalities may occur during this term.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 270
Work Experience Hours: 0
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RAD - 576 Clinical VI
(5 s.h.)
Prerequisites: RAD - 573 Clinical V , RAD - 744 Radiographic Pathology , RAD - 767 Radiographic Procedures V , and RAD - 901 Registry Review .
Clinical experiences throughout various Radiography rotations allow for the observation, development and application of topics covered in the classroom from previous and current terms including: radiographic examinations, technical concepts, image evaluation and safety processes. The student assists and provides patient care according to the competency-based JRCERT supervision policy. Observational rotations through various Imaging Modalities may occur during this term.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 225
Work Experience Hours: 0
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RAD - 744 Radiographic Pathology
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisites: RAD - 764 Pharmacology for Radiographers , Radiographic Image Processing, Imaging Equipment and Quality Management, Radiographic Procedures IV with Lab, and Clinical IV.
Corequisites: RAD - 573 Clinical V , RAD - 767 Radiographic Procedures V , and RAD - 901 Registry Review .
In this course, the student will review the anatomy and physiology of body systems, learn the signs and symptoms of diseases, and how the disease will affect acquisition of and resulting radiographic images.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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RAD - 764 Pharmacology for Radiographers
(1 s.h.)
Prerequisites: Medical Ethics and Legal Concerns, Radiation Production, Radiographic Procedures III with Lab, and Clinical III.
Corequisites: Radiographic Image Processing, Imaging Equipment and Quality Management, Radiographic Procedures IV with Lab, and Clinical IV.
An introductory course providing the basic drug classifications, venipuncture and administration of radiographic contrast agents, common reactions, interventions and intravenous medications. Though regulations regarding the administration of contrast media and intravenous medications vary between states and institutions, the official position of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists is that venipuncture falls within the radiologic technology profession’s general scope of practice.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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RAD - 767 Radiographic Procedures V
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisites: RAD - 764 Pharmacology for Radiographers , Radiographic Image Processing, Imaging Equipment and Quality Management, Radiographic Procedures IV with Lab, and Clinical IV.
Corequisites: RAD - 573 Clinical V , RAD - 744 Radiographic Pathology , and RAD - 901 Registry Review .
This course is a continuation of prior Procedures courses, providing information on how to obtain diagnostic radiographs of the studies typically performed in a diagnostic Radiology department. Included will be a review of anatomy and physiology of each system, anatomy as seen on the image and the evaluation of the finished radiograph. Common pathologies appropriate to each system are studied. Also covered is basic information of modalities utilizing ionizing radiation and more specialized procedures in Radiography. There is no laboratory component.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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