Courses
ENG 247 DARWIN AND LITERATURE 3.0 Credit(s)
This Humanities (English) elective, inspired by my own research, examines the way that American authors have influenced and been influenced by the science of evolution. Although Charles Darwin was British, he had a tremendous impact not only on Western civilization and European thought, but also on a period of writing called American literary naturalism. Prerequisite: Take FYS or FYWS 125
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
ENG 248 POSTAPOCALYPTIC LITERATURE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course analyzes postapocalyptic literature, including related genres such as dystopian fiction. The course also considers the social, cultural, and literary contexts of the texts. Prerequisite: Take FYS or FYWS 125
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
ENG 278 AMERICAN ETHNIC FICTION 3.0 Credit(s)
This course examines contemporary fiction by a variety of Ethnic American writers(Irish, Italian, Jewish, African, Native, Hispanic, Asian, Middle Eastern) to explore how these different groups have had to grapple with issues of identity and community as they have become part of American culture. Prerequisite: Take FYS or FYWS 125
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
ENG 279 TRAUMA IN CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE 3.0 Credit(s)
This interdisciplinary course examines the representation of various types of psychological trauma in contemporary fiction. Prerequisite: Take FYS or FYWS 125
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
RAD 200 RADIOGRAPHY & CLINICAL EDUCATION 5.0 Credit(s)
This course provides instruction in the radiographic positioning of structures and organs of the human body and is a continuation of Radiographic Procedures (RAD112). This will include the positioning of the cranium, facial bones, and paranasal sinuses which will be learned along with specialized positioning for trauma, and pediatric radiography. Furthermore, this course will provide instruction on mobile and surgical positioning in accordance with their specific exams. The course also includes: an introduction to image acquisition and evaluation, equipment operation, and quality control. This course will be supplemented with instruction and application in the skills lab and assigned three days a week of clinical experience. 5 credits Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of RAD 101, RAD 112. Must be completed prior to taking this course. Prerequisite: Take RAD-112 RAD-101
Offered: Summer Semester All Years
RAD 221 RADIOGRAPHY III 9.0 Credit(s)
Radiography III is designed to provide the student with advanced concepts in radiation protection, including radiation biology, x-ray interaction with matter, radio sensitivity; and minimizing radiation exposure. A study of radiographic pathology is included. Imaging procedures are included with emphasis on lecture-lab study of RAD 221 required competencies including cranium and an overview of special views. Following classroom/lab activities, students are scheduled to supervised clinical education. The student is assigned to clinical experience three days a week mastering the required RAD 221 competencies. Prerequisite: Take RAD-200
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
NUR 230 CONCEPTS IN MENTAL HEALTH & PSYCHIATRIC NURSING PRACTICE 4.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the basic concepts and frameworks of psychiatric and mental health nursing. Introduction to assessment and treatment of patients with mental health challenges is emphasized. Traditional psychotherapeutic and alternative healing methods are discussed. Growth and development across the lifespan including gerontology, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communications, pharmacotherapeutics, client advocacy, teaching, and patient-centered care are explored. Concepts related to social/ethical/legal considerations in relation to this vulnerable population are applied. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, and personal self-awareness and self-growth as well as interprofessional collaboration and communication. Students implement the nursing process and develop beginning-level clinical skills in individual and group recovery focused care at a variety of mental health agencies and with a diverse group of psychiatric clients. 4 credit hours (30 hours theory, 84 hours clinical) Prerequisite: Take Nur-123 and Nur-124 or Nur-122
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
RAD 232 RADIOGRAPHY IV 9.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with advanced concepts of radiation protection and biology. In addition, students will be provided a general overview of diseases: definition, congenital, trauma, and bacterial. An introduction to CT Scanning, MRI Imaging, Sonography, Nuclear Medicine, Women's Imaging, and Radiation Therapy is included. Following Classroom activities, students are scheduled for supervised clinical education. The student is assigned to clinical experience three days a week mastering RAD 232 required competencies as well as reviewing all past level competencies. Emphasis is placed on student selected areas of concentration as well as a comprehensive review in preparation for the successful completion of the ARRT Certification Examination. 9 credit hours Course Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of RAD 101, RAD 112, RAD 200, RAD 221 Prerequisite: Take RAD-221, RAD-200, RAD-112, RAD-101
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
NUR 231 Adult Nursing III 6.0 Credit(s)
Adult Nursing III is the third of four courses focusing on adult nursing. This course explores the roles of the nurse in relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with complex medical/surgical health problems. Course content emphasizes health promotion, disease/injury prevention, disease management, and health maintenance. Continuing themes of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological considerations, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communication, multiculturalism, as well as patient education and advocacy are explored. This course incorporates critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgment along with evidence-based practice and the utilization of informatics while promoting synthesis of knowledge and interprofessional collaboration. Course content will focus on common, acute, chronic, and complex health problems related to pulmonary, cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal, hematological, oncological, infectious disease, hepatobiliary, and neurological. A structured experience in the simulation lab is included to practice advanced nursing interventions required to care for high-risk emergencies in a safe, controlled environment. Clinical experiences will be conducted in acute care settings. 6 credit hours (45 hours theory, 126 hours clinical) Prerequisite: Take NUR-123 and NUR-124 or NUR-122
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
NUR 232 ADULT NURSING IV 6.0 Credit(s)
Adult Nursing IV is the fourth course to focus on care of the adult patient. This course explores the roles of the nurse in relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with complex medical/surgical health problems. Course content emphasizes health promotion, disease/injury prevention, disease management, and health maintenance. Continuing themes of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological considerations, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communication, multiculturalism, as well as patient education and advocacy are explored. This course incorporates critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgment along with evidence-based practice and the utilization of informatics while promoting synthesis of knowledge and interprofessional collaboration. Course content will focus on common, acute, chronic, and complex health problems related to pulmonary, cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal, hematological, oncological, infectious disease, hepatobiliary, and neurological. A structured experience in the simulation lab is included to practice advanced nursing interventions required to care for high-risk emergencies in a safe, controlled environment. Clinical experiences will be conducted in acute care settings. 6 credit hours (45 hours theory, 126 hours clinical) Prerequisite: Nur-230 Nur-231
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
NUR 270 TRANSITION TO NURSING PRACTICE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course facilitates student synthesis of total program content and experiences. Students are offered opportunities to fully incorporate the values of the profession, principles of leadership, patient centered care, and legal-ethical concepts in their nursing care as they assume the role of an associates nurse generalist. Critical discussions of professional issues prepare graduates for a successful transition into their first nursing role. Students will be expected to apply and synthesize previous course content while demonstrating accountability to self, peers, and the program as they prepare to take the NCLEX exam. Students analyze and evaluate individual learning needs and develop a learning contract to meet deficiencies. Content mastery testing is utilized to prepare students for the NCLEX exam. 3 credit hours (30 hours theory, 42 hours clinical) Prerequisite: Take NUR-230 NUR-231
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
EX 201 LEADERSHIP IN HEALTHCARE 1.0 Credit(s)
This interdisciplinary course is an examination of contemporary leadership styles for healthcare professionals. Prerequisite: EX-100 or HS-200 Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years Prerequisite: EX-100 or HS-200
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
HS 210 LEADERSHIP IN HEALTHCARE 1.0 Credit(s)
This interdisciplinary course is an examination of contemporary leadership styles for healthcare professionals.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
ENG 215 MAJOR BRITISH AUTHOR PRE-18th CENTURY 3.0 Credit(s)
British Authors pre-18th century will be studied e.g. Shakespeare, Spenser, Milton, Marlowe and others. Prerequisite: Take ENG-221
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
HS 204 INTRO TO RESEARCH IN HEALTH SCIENCE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide an overview of research design, methods, and ethics for undergraduate students in health science. The course develops the basic skill of critically analyzing research findings. Research methods are introduced with emphasis placed on analyzing key elements of research reports as a basis for determining the appropriateness of the research results for evidence-based practice in healthcare. Various types of research design and methods will be explored. Students will have the opportunity to design and evaluate research projects and gain a key understanding of reliability, validity and generalizability issues related to conducting research. Course Prerequisites: Students must be a declared Health Science or Communication Disorders major and have taken either HS-200 OR CMD-200. Prerequisite: Take HS-200 or CMD-200 and MA-131
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years