Courses
RAD 222 RADIOBIOLOGY & RADIATION PROTECTION 2.0 Credit(s)
The course presents the fundamental radiobiologic principles associated with the manifestation of the biologic effects from radiation exposure. Students will examine these effects on the atomic, molecular, cellular, tissue, organ, and organismal level. In addition, students will study the principles relevant to: the basic radiation safety practices; the safety regulations put into effect by state and federal agencies; and the general design considerations relevant to diagnostic imaging facilities. Identify radiosensitive components of the cell and the influence of the physical, chemical and biologic factors on radiosensitivity. Define target theory and differentiate between direct and indirect effects of ionizing radiation. Identify somatic and genetic effects of radiation. Differentiate between linear, nonlinear, and threshold and non-threshold dose response curves. Compare deterministic and stochastic effects of radiation exposure. Defend the concept of as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) and apply this concept to legal and ethical radiation protection responsibilities of radiation workers Explain techniques used to reduce unnecessary dose to the patient. Explain the theory, operation, applications and limitations of radiation detection devices including methods used for personnel monitoring. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202, RAD-205, RAD-210, RAD-211, RAD-212, RAD-215. RAD-225, RAD-300, RAD-312 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121 RAD-122ýRAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-202 RAD-205 RAD-210 RAD-211 RAD-212 ýRAD-215
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
RAD 201 RADIOGRAPHIC POSITIONING/PROCEDURES III 2.0 Credit(s)
The course provides instruction in radiographic procedures, positioning and technical factors associated with more radiographic exams of the bony thorax, skull, sinuses, and facial bones. Students will demonstrate radiographic positioning and safe patient practices through peer simulation in an energized laboratory. Demonstrate the positions for the radiographic examination of the skull, sinuses, and facial bones. Differentiate anatomy of the skull, sinuses, and facial bones on radiographic images. Critique radiographic images of the skull, sinuses, and facial bones. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125. RAD-202 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121ýRAD-122 RAD-125
Offered: Summer 1 Semester All Years
CAS 213 PIONEER SCHOLARS WILD IRISH SPIRITS 1.0-3.0 Credit(s)
This course designed for the Pioneer Scholars program examines the liberal arts, Irish drama and complex spiritualities through experimental and site-specific performance. Do we still believe that land and spirit can be wild with us? We will explore how stories, improvisation, history, and ritual can teach us, in the words of the Irish ecological mystic John Moriarty, to "walk beautifully on the earth." Ritual and performance-from a celebration of the Catholic Mass to walking a graveyard to a night at the pub after seeing a good play-can "re-wild" our own spirits in relationship to the natural world and each other. This unique course introduces the theory and practice of site-specific and embodied liberal arts study, ritual, and theatre by taking place amid the drama of waves, mountains, people, and stories of a journey to Ireland and back.
Offered: Late Spring Semester All Years
AR 204 ART OF THE RENAISSANCE 3.0 Credit(s)
Critical examination of European visual art from the 14th through 16th centuries, with emphasis on the artists, architects, writers, patrons, social institutions and religious structures that shaped the Renaissance. Students study both the Italian and Northern Renaissance, including the exchange of ideas, styles and techniques across Europe. Major figures may include Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Raphael, Bellini, Titian, Dürer, Van der Weyden, Van Eyck and the Medici. The course traces the foundations of Renaissance art through the Reformation and Counter-Reformation.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
CMGT 210 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS & METHODS 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines properties, production, and applications of common construction materials including soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, metals, wood, and finishes. Explores typical construction methods and assemblies for residential, commercial, and civil projects. Emphasizes selection of materials based on performance, cost, constructability, and sustainability considerations. Prerequisite: Take CMGT-125
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CMGT 230 CONSTRUCTION GRAPHICS & PLAN INTERPRETA 3.0 Credit(s)
Builds foundational skills in interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and schedules. Covers graphic conventions, scales, sections, details, and symbols used across building and civil projects. Prepares students to extract quantities and planning information from plans for estimating, scheduling, and site layout. Prerequisite: Take CMGT-125
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CMGT 250 CONSTRUCTION LAW & CONTRACTS 3.0 Credit(s)
Introduces legal foundations of the construction process, including contract types, project delivery methods, and key contract clauses. Examines roles, rights, and responsibilities of parties, along with issues such as changes, delays, differing conditions, and claims. Highlights risk allocation, dispute resolution, and ethical decision making for construction managers. Prerequisite: Take CMGT-125
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CMGT 255 MEP AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 3.0 Credit(s)
Focuses on reading and interpreting construction documents for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Develops skills in coordinating architectural, structural, and MEP drawings, specifications, and details. Emphasizes document organization, symbol conventions, and identification of constructability and conflict issues. Prerequisite: Take CMGT-250
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CMGT 270 BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING 3.0 Credit(s)
Introduces BIM concepts, workflows, and standards used to create and manage digital building models. Uses industry software to develop 3D models, extract quantities, coordinate disciplines, and visualize construction sequencing. Emphasizes collaboration, clash detection, and data management to support planning, estimating, and field operations. Prerequisite: Take CMGT-230
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CMGT 220 CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING & SITE ANALYSIS 3.0 Credit(s)
Covers principles and field techniques of construction surveying including distance and angle measurement, leveling, topographic surveys, and layout. Applies surveying to site planning, earthwork quantities, and control for buildings and infrastructure. Introduces site analysis topics such as access, drainage, utilities, and environmental constraints. Prerequisite: Take CMGT-125 PY-111 MA-151
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CMGT 240 ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS IN BUILDINGS 3.0 Credit(s)
Surveys building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems and their role in occupant health, comfort, and safety. Reviews basic principles of heating, cooling, ventilation, power distribution, lighting, water supply, and waste systems. Emphasizes coordination of systems with structure, envelope, and construction methods, including energy and code considerations. Prerequisite: Take CMGT-210 CMGT-270
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
NUR 235 ADULT NURSING II 6.0 Credit(s)
Adult Nursing II is the second of three 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 NUR-125 NUR-122
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
NUR 245 ADULT NURSING III 6.0 Credit(s)
Adult Nursing III is the third course focusing 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: Take NUR-230 NUR-235;
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
SLHS 210 PHONETICS 3.0 Credit(s)
Students will be introduced to the acoustic and articulatory properties of the sound systems of human languages. The International Phonetic Alphabet will be presented, and students will learn to record speech in broad phonemic transcription. Variations among regional and cultural US dialects, as well as notation and practice of narrow phonetic transcription will be introduced. The implications of cultural and linguistic differences on speech production will be discussed.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
SLHS 215 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