Courses are listed alphabetically by department.

Medical

DCL 105 (Formerly CS 101) - Clinical Sonography I 

This course will provide students with an observational experience in a hospital/clinical setting. Students will become exposed to all types of sonograms including abdomen, pelvic and small parts applications. The student will also be introduced to other important modalities useful in the correlation and treatment of sonographic findings.  (2 credits) 

DCL 110 (Formerly CS 102) - Clinical Sonography II

This course will provide continued hospital/clinic setting work experience. Students will continue to improve their clinical skills and gain more experience with limited hands on at their clinical sites. The student will be able to participate and assist in obtaining patient histories and vital signs. Any execution of sonographic examinations will be performed under direct supervision Refinement of equipment skills should occur as well as continued application of didactics and practical laboratory experience.  (3 credits) 

DCL 205 (Formerly CS 201) - Clinical Sonography III

In this final semester, the students will undertake intensive clinical training utilizing all prior skills obtained in didactic and practical application. The student will refine scanning skills and gain experience. With this experience, the student’s comfort level will improve in equipment manipulation and patient interaction. Execution of sonographic examinations will be performed under direct and indirect supervision of the qualified clinical instructor. The student will be solely in the clinical environment preparing for their future career.  (15 credits)

VCL 105 (Formerly CV 101) – Vascular Clinical I

This course begins the process of applying knowledge and skills the students learn in the classroom to an actual clinical setting. Students will spend 4-5 hours per week in various clinical departments, observing the operations of each department and each relates to the Vascular lab (2 credits). Prerequisite: HTH 125, HTH 105, MAT 120, HTH 135 and HTH 100  Click here to view course objectives.

VCL 110 (Formerly CV 102) – Vascular Clinical II

Students will continue to build their clinical experiences by expanding their time observing and participating in more technical duties solely in the Vascular Laboratory (3 credits). VCL 105. VCL 110 can be taken concurrently with VST 110, VST 205, HTH 145 and VST 125  Click here to view course objectives.

VCL 205 (Formerly CV 201) – Vascular Clinical III

In the final semester of the Vascular Technology major, students will undertake intensive clinical Vascular training, utilizing the advanced skills acquired in the didactic, laboratory, and clinical settings. Upon completion of this final Clinical Rotation, students should be prepared for entry-level positions in the Vascular Laboratory setting. (15 credits).   Click here to view course objectives.

DMS 105 (Formerly DS 105) - Introduction to Vascular Sonography  

This course will introduce the student to vascular sonography. The student will learn the gross and cross-sectional anatomy of the vascular system. It will include an introduction to the hemodynamics, pathology and pathophysiology of the vascular system. The student will learn normal and abnormal vasculature and the differentiation between the venous and arterial systems. Discussion will include the clinical signs and symptoms and the appropriate diagnostic testing and treatment of various vascular diseases. An introduction to vascular scanning protocols will be covered. The students will be introduced to other diagnostic testing methods, therapeutic and surgical intervention and pharmacology related to these structures. Lecture, visual aides and hands-on classroom demonstrations will coincide appropriately to facilitate a simultaneous understanding of didactic and practical application.  (3 credits)

DMS 110 (Formerly DS 110) - Abdominal Sonography and Lab

Students will learn the gross and cross-sectional anatomy of the abdomen. This course will focus on applying ultrasound as a diagnostic tool for evaluating the abdomen and all related structures. Emphasis will be placed on the liver, gallbladder and biliary system, pancreas, spleen, urinary system, GI system, peritoneum and retroperitoneum, male pelvis and non-cardiac chest. The students will become familiar with physiology and pathology found in the abdomen. The students will be introduced to other diagnostic testing methods, therapeutic and surgical intervention, and pharmacology related to these structures. Coursework will include techniques for proper identification of the normal and abnormal anatomical structures. Lecture and laboratory experience will coincide appropriately to facilitate a simultaneous understanding of didactic and practical application.  (3 credits)

DMS 115 (Formerly DS 115) - Pelvic Sonography and Lab

Students will learn the gross and cross-sectional anatomy of the female pelvis. This course introduces and relates the knowledge of gynecology anatomy, pathology and diagnostic sonography. This course will focus on applying ultrasound as a diagnostic tool for evaluating the pelvis and adjacent structures. The student will become accustomed to the sonographic procedures used to properly image this anatomy. The students will become familiar with physiology and pathology of the pelvis. The students will be introduced to other diagnostic testing methods, therapeutic and surgical intervention, and pharmacology related to these structures. Coursework will include demonstrations and discussion on the proper scanning techniques, as well as patient preparations and positioning needed to obtain optimum diagnostic images. Lecture and classroom demonstrations will coincide appropriately to facilitate a simultaneous understanding of didactic and hands-on experience.  (3 credits)

DMS 205 (Formerly DS 205) – Diagnostic Sonography Laboratory Management

Students in this course will gain basic entry-level knowledge and skills required for use in a Diagnostic Sonography Laboratory. This course includes an overall history of the AIUM standards on the safety and usage of ultrasound equipment. Students will review quality assurance and preventative maintenance issues. In addition, the student will learn the nature of data and statistics. Also covered is setting up a Chi square to determine sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value and overall accuracy. Healthcare organizations, societies and accreditation agencies also will be discussed (2 Credits).

DMS 210 (Formerly DS 211) - Small Parts Sonography 

The students will learn the gross and cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the neck and thyroid, breast, scrotum, extremities and superficial structures. Coursework will familiarize the student with scanning protocols as well as normal and abnormal visualization using sonography. Techniques will include methods of applying the highest resolution and color flow Doppler. Discussion will include pertinent clinical history and symptoms. Correlation with clinical laboratory tests and other diagnostic procedures will also be covered. The students will be introduced to other diagnostic testing methods, therapeutic and surgical intervention, and pharmacology related to these structures.  Lecture and classroom demonstrations will coincide appropriately to facilitate a simultaneous understanding of didactic and hands-on experience. (3 credits) 

DMS 220 (Formerly DS 220) - Obstetric Sonography and Lab

The students will learn the gross and cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology as it relates to obstetrics in sonography. This course will familiarize the student with obstetrical imaging. Coursework will include the physiology of pregnancy, embryology, spermatogenesis, oogenesis, and the development of the fetus. Fetal development will include the three trimesters of pregnancy. Coursework will include the fetal biophysical profile, Doppler application and multiple gestations in pregnancy. The students will be introduced to other diagnostic testing methods, therapeutic and surgical intervention, and pharmacology related to these structures. Lecture and hands-on demonstrations will coincide appropriately to facilitate a simultaneous understanding of didactic and practical application.  (3 credits)

DMS 225 (Formerly DS 225) - Fetal and Neonatal Anomalies

This course will introduce the student to fetal abnormalities visualized in the first, second and third trimesters. Emphasis will be placed on identification of the pathological processes with sonography associated with the clinical history. This course will also include the normal and abnormal anatomy of the neonatal brain. The students will review physiology and pathology of the newborn. This will include an overview of neurosonography, pyloric stenosis, neonatal hips and urinary system. The students will be introduced to other diagnostic testing methods, therapeutic and surgical intervention, and pharmacology related to these structures. Lecture, visual aides and limited hands-on classroom demonstrations will coincide appropriately to facilitate a simultaneous understanding of didactic and practical application.  (3 credits)

HTH 105 (Formerly HC 105) – Introduction to Ultrasound and Patient Care Beginning students in health career programs will gain basic entry-level knowledge and skills required for a variety of health occupations.  The course includes an introduction to healthcare systems and agencies, legal, personal, and ethical responsibilities, basic medical terminology, the promotion of safety, infection control, vital signs, and CPR.  The course includes 7 hours of integrated clinical experience per week (2 Credits).  Click here to view course objectives.

HTH 110 (Formerly HC 127) – Medical Ethics Students in this course will learn to develop appropriate moral, ethical and social behaviors specific to the health care setting. Students will develop an understanding of the human value system and relate this to their own experiences, while developing awareness and understanding of patient care delivery. By relating real-life experience and through open discussions, students will develop their own principles and vision, making them a well-rounded, caring health-care provider. (3 credits).   Click here to view course objectives.

HTH 135 (Formerly PH 110) – Intro to Ultrasound Physics

Introduction to Ultrasound Physics is a course designed to acquaint the student with the fundamental principles of mechanical waves, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism and the mathematics used to explain and express these phenomena.  Students will become familiar with the laws of motion and how these are affected by the various forces.  Mechanical waves and thermal properties will be described.  Students will gain an understanding of basic electronic components (3 Credits).  Click here to view course objectives.

HTH 140 (Formerly PH 131) –Ultrasound Physics I

Students will be introduced to the physical principles of ultrasound, and the use of the equipment in the laboratory setting. (3 credits).   Click here to view course objectives.                        

HTH 145 (Formerly PH 132) – Ultrasound Physics II

Students will continue their education in the principles of physics, including the practical application of their knowledge to patient testing. (3 credits).   Click here to view course objectives.

VST 110 (Formerly VS 110) – Cerebrovascular Disease and Assessment

Students will learn gross and microscopic anatomy and physiology of the cerebrovascular system. A review of common and uncommon pathology associated with cerebrovascular disease will be learned. Complete testing protocols will be reviewed and practiced in the classroom and lab, while preparing the student to assess patients. Various diagnostic evaluations and treatment options will be discussed. (3 credits).  VCL 105 must be successfully completed before a student may enroll in VST 110, VST 125, VST 205, HTH 145 and VCL 110. Click here to view course objectives.

VST 112 (Formerly VS 112) – Extremity Arterial Disease and Assessment

Students in this course will learn the gross and microscopic anatomy of the peripheral arterial system, as well as normal and abnormal function and pathology of the arteries. Complete testing protocols and diagnostic criteria will explained and demonstrated in the classroom and laboratory setting, while applying the physical principles related to the peripheral arterial system. Various diagnostic evaluations and treatment options will be discussed. (3 credits).  Prerequisite: HTH 125, HTH 105, MAT 120, HTH 135 110 and HTH 100 Click here to view course objectives.

VST 113 (Formerly VS 113) – Extremity Venous Disease and Assessment

Students in this course will learn the gross and microscopic anatomy of the peripheral venous system, as well as normal and abnormal function and pathology of the veins. Complete testing protocols and diagnostic criteria will explained and demonstrated in the classroom and laboratory setting, while applying the physical principles related to the peripheral venous system. Various diagnostic evaluations and treatment options will be discussed. (3 credits). Prerequisite: HTH 125, HTH 105, MAT 120, HTH 135, and HTH 100 Click here to view course objectives.

VST 125 (Formerly VS 125) – Abdominal Vascular Disease and Assessment

Students in this course will learn the gross and microscopic anatomy of the abdominal arterial and venous systems, as well as normal and abnormal function and pathology of blood flow to the organs of the abdomen. Complete testing protocols and diagnostic criteria will explained and demonstrated in the classroom and laboratory setting, while applying the physical principles related to abdominal vasculature. Various diagnostic evaluations and treatment options will be discussed. (3 credits). VCL 105 must be successfully completed before a student may enroll in VST 110, VST 125, VST 205, HTH 145 and VCL 110  Click here to view course objectives.

VST 205 (Formerly VS 205) – Vascular Lab Management

Students will learn the basics of vascular lab management, including quality assurance, statistics, and leadership. Students taking this course will learn the essential function of a vascular laboratory to prepare them for various situations that they might encounter once employed. Additional topics include reimbursement, education, leadership, and customer service. (2 credits).

Office Technology

OAD 105 (Formerly OT 103) - Speedwriting

This course introduces the basic principles of an abbreviated longhand writing system based on phonetics and lays the foundation for vocabulary and speed in taking dictation. It is designed to help students increase their speed in making legible notes and to teach note taking skills for personal, educational and business use (3 Credits). Click here to view course objectives.

OAD 108 (Formerly OT 105) - Introduction to Keyboarding

This course stresses a thorough knowledge of the computer keyboard with the development of speed and accuracy. Exercises are provided for the perfecting of techniques and control. Students type business letters, personal letters, tabulations and reports (3 Credits). Click here to view course objectives.

OAD 110 (Formerly OT 106) - Intermediate Keyboarding

This course builds directly on the competencies developed in the Introduction to Keyboarding course, leading students toward higher speed, greater accuracy, improved communication skills, and refinement of formatting ability.  Emphasis is placed on formatting letters, tables, reports, communications with special features, form letters and memos from a variety of source copy.  To provide realism and promote transfer of learning, students will prepare documents from script and rough-draft copy.  (3 Credits). Prerequisite: OAD 108  Click here to view course objectives.

OAD 205 (Formerly OT 203) - Machine Transcription

This is a beginning course that teaches basic transcribing skills.  Students will be taught how to transcribe quickly and accurately from the information found on the transcribing machine.  Many supplemental aspects of business communications will also be covered. (3 Credits). Prerequisite: OAD 108.  Click here to view course objectives.

OAD 215 (Formerly OT 210) – Office Technology

This three-credit course combines desktop information management with office survival skills. Office Technology enables all perspective office employees—professional, managerial, administrative assistant—to understand the concepts and technology that enable businesses to create, access, use and manage information effectively using Microsoft Outlook. Topics include the roles and responsibilities of employees in the changing office, telephone procedures, office ethics, career planning, scheduling appointments and events, keeping track of activities, task lists, contact lists, and E-mail. Students will apply their knowledge of the Office suite to produce an integrated project using a variety of documents as well as preparing for the Microsoft Office User Specialist core-level certification tests in each application.   (3 Credits) Prerequisite: OT 105 or Keyboarding proficiency.  Click here to view course objectives.

OAD 225 (FormerlyOT 213) - Medical Terminology/Medical Transcription I

Terminology/Transcription is a two-part course designed for the prospective medical secretary/transcriptionist. Students learn 350 medical word elements that are used to form thousands of medical terms. This vocabulary is emphasized in the transcription of histories and physicals, radiology reports and operative reports relating to various medical specialties (3 Credits). Prerequisite: OAD 108 Click here to view course objectives.

OAD 228 (Formerly OT 215) - Medical Terminology/Medical Transcription II This course is designed to strengthen transcription skills through realistic medical office reports. It develops accuracy and speed in transcribing medical dictation pertaining to specialized areas of medicine. A broad knowledge of medical terms, drugs, instruments and procedures is developed as students transcribe histories and physicals, pathology and operation reports, discharge summaries, x-ray reports and consultation findings. The tapes used have been prepared by the American Medical Records Association and have been drawn from actual case histories (3 Credits). Prerequisite: OAD 225. Click here to view course objectives.

OAD 235 (Formerly OT 220) – Microsoft Office

Utilizing a Windows-based application software program, the Microsoft Office course will teach the student the fundamental skills necessary to operate one of the more popular software packages used in business today. The fundamentals of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation graphics through the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and Microsoft PowerPoint will be emphasized, with hands-on experience provided by using practical problems to illustrate personal computer applications (3 Credits). Prerequisite: CIS 105

OAD 240 (Formerly OT 221) – Integrated Computer Applications

This course focuses on the production of integrated computer documents utilizing software in presentations, word processing, and the creation of spreadsheets and databases. The course also requires students to develop more sophisticated language skills, including composition and proofreading, and to develop good decision-making skills, particularly where multiple tasks are involved. (3 Credits).  Click here to view course objectives.

Philosphy

PHL 105 (Formerly SS 121) - Introduction to Philosophy

PHL 105 introduces the student to the philosophic nature and science of the human person. Major theories concerning the relationship between mind and body, perception and knowledge, and cause and effect are discussed. Further, the course includes an account of the history of philosophy in its cultural context (3 Credits).

PHL 120 (Formerly SS 122) – Meta-Ethics

PHL 120 is an introduction to the philosophical study of moral problems and ethical theories through both historical and contemporary sources. The intent of this course is to determine not merely how men act but how they should act. Topics include relativism, egoism and utilitarianism, as well as more specific moral issues such as abortion, war, discrimination, women's rights, genocide, population control, etc. (3 Credits).

PHL 125 (Formerly SS 123) – Applied Ethics

Applied Ethics discusses the insights of moral philosophers within the context of everyday living. In this course, classes isolate and reflect upon questions of conscience, choice and acceptable action in relation to issues that typically confront students in family life, personal relationships, financial matters, employment and career pursuits (3 Credits).

Psychology

PSY 105 (Formerly SS 132) - Introduction to Psychology

This is a survey of the major areas of psychology, including human growth and development, social behavior, perception, the nature of learning, personality, adjustment, mental health and psychological measurement (3 Credits).

PSY 205 (Formerly SS 231) - Developmental Psychology

This course studies the developmental changes in intellectual, emotional, motor and social behavior from infancy to adulthood. Special emphasis is given to the influence of heredity and to physiological, educational and social variances in the emotional and intellectual growth of the individual (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105

PSY 208 (Formerly ED 235) - Educational Psychology

This course is intended to study the psychological basis of learning, which includes learning theories, teaching strategies, motivation, learning environments and methods of evaluation (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105

PSY 210 (Formerly SS 232) - Psychology of Adjustment

This course offers a functional approach to well-being. It examines the dynamics of personality as well as the capacity that human beings have to face, adapt and effectively cope with a rapidly changing environment. Within the framework of a socio-cultural approach, the course emphasizes self-understanding as a key aspect of adjustment (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105

PSY 212 (Formerly SS 233) – Abnormal Psychology

This course is designed to produce an understanding of the etiologies, characteristics, diagnoses, treatments and prognoses of a variety of exceptionalities that have limiting effects on human potential (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105

PSY 215 (Formerly SS 242) - Adulthood and Aging

This course provides an inter-disciplinary approach to its topic and considers the stigma of old age, the psychological problems of aging, the significance of individual differences in facing these problems, financial and legal strategies for surviving in old age, and the care and institutionalization of the elderly (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105

PSY 225 (Formerly SS 236) - Counseling Theories and Techniques

Selected counseling theories and techniques are examined in this course as they relate to the role of a human service worker. Emphasis is given to the skills needed for facilitating client self-exploration, self-understanding and change (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105

PSY 228 (Formerly SS 237) - Career Development and Guidance

This course examines the theories of career development and other vocational adjustment issues, emphasizing their application in career-guidance programs within educational institutions, social service agencies and places of employment. It explores career theories, vocational assessment instruments, career resources, computerized systems, labor market information and career-guidance programs in various settings (3 Credits). Prerequisite: PSY 105

Public Adminstration

PAD 105 (Formerly SS 110)- Introduction to Public Administration

This is an introduction to the emergence, nature and scope of the study of public administration encompassing the process of management and the structure of organizations in the public sector. The course offers a sound orientation to the “what's,” “how's” and “why's” concerning functions and operations of the public administrator (3 Credits).