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Course Descriptions

 

Legal Studies
  

  • LAW 125 - Legal Research and Writing I

    3 credits
    An introduction to case analysis and legal research and their translation into written form. Students will learn basic techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is given to case reporting, case briefing, statutory and other enacted law, litigation documents and the use of the law library. [SPRING - ODD YEARS] Three hours lecture per week
  

  • LAW 175+ - Law Office Practice and Ethics

    3 credits
    An introduction to the law office as a business and as a profession. The functional aspects of law office management such as fees, billing, timekeeping, ethical requirements, accounting, budgeting, and facilities management will be reviewed. Administrative skills such as docket control, records management, file management, and library management will be addressed. Areas of study include current ethical issues facing paralegals and their employers, confidentiality, attorney-client privilege, conflicts of interest, and the interrelationships of paralegal billing, client property, and lawyer trust accounts. [FALL - ODD YEARS] Three hours lecture per week
    Prerequisite(s): LAW 102 .
  

  • LAW 204+ - Constitutional Law

    3 credits
    An overview of the history and interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, articles and amendments. The student will explore the three branches of the federal government and the interpretation of the articles that created them, and control their functioning. The course will also examine the individual’s rights in society, the changes in society that impact individual rights, and the Supreme Court decisions interpreting such rights. [AS NEEDED] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete  ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • LAW 210+ - Legal Research and Writing II

    3 credits
    Further development of advanced techniques in legal research and writing. Emphasis is given to application of legal research to real legal scenarios and the drafting of legal memoranda and appellate briefs. [SPRING - EVEN YEARS] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): LAW 125 .
  

  • LAW 212+ - Tort Law

    3 credits
    An introduction to the principles of tort law. Intentional torts, negligence, strict liability, causes of action, and defenses are included. An emphasis on the practical skills is maintained. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): LAW 102 .
  

  • LAW 213 - Principles of Criminal Law

    3 credits

    The sources of criminal law with emphasis on the Constitutional limitations of state action in criminal offenses, as well as the substantive elements of major criminal offenses and the defenses thereto.  A case method approach is used in developing the subject matter of the course.  [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take  ENG 094  and MAT 023  as pre or corequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.

    This course is also offered as CMJ 213.
  

  • LAW 214 - Criminal Evidence and Procedures

    3 credits

    Constitutional and procedural considerations affecting arrest, search and seizure, post-conviction treatment, origin, development, philosophy, constitutional basis of evidence, kinds and degrees of evidence and rules governing admissibility; judicial decisions interpreting individual rights and case studies. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take  ENG 094  and MAT 023  as pre or corequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.

    This course is also offered as CMJ 214.
  

  • LAW 223+ - Real Property Law

    3 credits
    The study of law as it applies to real property.  Rules affecting ownership and transferability of real estate will be covered. The paralegal’s duties, including accumulating data and instruments of conveyance, monitoring mortgage foreclosures, real estate closings and lease preparation, examining title reports, and preparing and plotting legal descriptions of land are covered. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): LAW 102 .
  

  • LAW 225 - Legal Studies Career Planning and Preparation

    1 credit.
    This course prepares students for workplace internships and a career as a paralegal. Topics include building online and traditional resumes and profiles, job resources, and interview skills for paralegals. [FALL] One hour lecture per week.
    Prereq/Corequisite:
    Complete ENG 094+ and MAT 023 or appropriate placement scores. 
  

  • LAW 226+ - Legal Studies Cooperative Work Experience

    2 credits.
    Supervised full or part-time, on-site work experience in a law office or related legal setting as a paralegal. Students are required to secure their worksite placement. Students will apply for, and interview with, their potential employer in order to secure their Cooperative Work Experience worksite. The cooperative work experience gives practical application to a student’s classroom learning. Emphasis will be placed upon strong work ethics, functioning as part of a team, critical thinking, and assimilation of classroom learning into the employment experience. [SPRING] One hundred hours per semester at work site.
    Prerequisite(s): LAW 225  
  

  • LAW 259 - Family Law

    3 credits
    A broad survey of various areas of domestic law. Topics covered in this course include marriage, annulment, divorce, marital property, child custody, support, and adoption. The preparation of forms involved in these matters and the procedural rules that affect such proceedings are included. [AS NEEDED] Three hours lecture per week.

Marine Service Training
  

  • MST 299 - Introduction to Marine Engine Systems

    3 credits
    An introduction to marine engines, their operating principles, and the methods used to service them. Course provides an overview of gasoline and diesel marine engines and their related systems. Topics include motor design, power heads, ignition, electrical systems, fuel systems, lubrication, corrosion, drive units and rigging. [SUMMER, FALL] Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.

Mathematics
  

  • MAT 023 - Pre-Algebra Arithmetic

    0 credit; 3 load hours.
    Problem-solving using basic operations of real numbers. Arithmetic order of operations and operations with ratios, proportions, and percents, and geometry are reviewed as applied to problem-solving. An introduction to algebraic expressions. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 031+ - Elementary Algebra

    0 credit; 3 load hours.
    An introduction to algebra. Topics included are solving linear equations and inequalities, an introduction to functions, graphing linear equations, solving systems of two linear equations, roles of exponents, operations on polynomials, and an introduction to factoring. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete MAT 023  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 032+ - Intermediate Algebra

    0 credit; 3 load hours.

    A continuation of beginning algebra. Topics included are a continuation of factoring, a continuation of functions, operations on rational and radical expressions, solving rational and radical equations, complex rational expressions, solving quadratic equations and inequalities, and graphing quadratic equations. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete MAT 031+  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.

     

    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 107+ - Foundations of Mathematics

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    A survey course in mathematics for non-mathematics majors.  Course covers an introduction to many topics including exponential and logarithmic functions, personal finance, logical thinking, probability, statistical reasoning, and geometry. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 031+  or appropriate score on the placement test.
  

  • MAT 108 - Foundations of Mathematics II

    3 credits
    A second survey course in mathematics primarily intended for students in the elementary and early childhood programs. This course is a continuation of MAT 107.  The course covers a review and analysis of geometric principles, dimensional analysis, congruence and similarity, and coordinate and transformational geometry.  Problem-solving techniques are emphasized. [Spring] Three hours lecture per week.
  

  • MAT 110+ - Finite Mathematics

    3 credits
    An introduction to the concepts of finite mathematics. Topics include: linear equations and inequalities, graphs, matrices, linear programming, the Simplex Method, sets and counting, combinations and permutations, probability, and Markov Processes. [AS NEEDED] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete MAT 032+  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 113+ - College Algebra

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    College algebra course for students not majoring in mathematics, engineering, or physical science. Topics included are complex numbers; polynomial, rational, radical, inverse, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs; transformations of basic functions and their graphs; systems of equations; and appropriate applications. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete MAT 032+  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 114+ - Introduction to Transcendental Functions

    1 credit
    Designed to provide students with an introduction to the study of trigonometry. This course, together with College Algebra, provides a foundation for the study of Pre-Calculus. Topics included are exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions of acute angles; graphs of transformed sine and cosine functions, trigonometric identities, solving trigonometric equations and Pythgorean and sum and difference identities.
      [FALL/SPRING Two hours lecture per week for one-half semester.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 113+ .
  

  • MAT 115+ - Precalculus

    5 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    A precalculus algebra and trigonometry course to prepare students majoring in mathematics, engineering, or physical science for courses in calculus and higher-level mathematics. Topics included are polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and inverse trigonometric functions and their graphs; trigonometric identities and trigonometric equations; appropriate applications of trigonometry; and analytic geometry. [FALL/SPRING] Five hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete MAT 032+  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 120+ - Introduction to Applied Calculus

    3 credits
    An applied calculus course for students majoring in business, social, and life sciences who are interested in the application of mathematics to their majors. (This course is not intended for students majoring in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer science or engineering.) Topics include functions and mathematics models, differentiation, integration and applications of the derivative and the definite integral. [AS NEEDED] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): High school geometry AND MAT 032+  as a prerequisite or an appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 140+ - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

    4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    An introduction to calculus. Topics included are functions, graphs, limits, continuity, derivatives, and definite and indefinite integrals and applications of differentiation and calculation of area. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: MAT 120 or MAT 140. [FALL/SPRING] Four hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Three units college preparatory mathematics AND MAT 115+  as a prerequisite or an appropriate placement score.
  

  • MAT 141+ - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II

    4 credits
    A continuation of MAT 140. A study of integration. Topics included are techniques of integration, improper integrals, and applications of integration; derivatives and integral of inverse, exponential, and logarithmic functions; and sequences and series. [SPRING] Four hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 140+ .
  

  • MAT 204+ - Introduction to Statistics

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    An introduction to probability and statistics. Topics included are sampling methods; organization of data; measures of: central tendency, dispersion, and position; probability; probability distributions; confidence intervals; and hypothesis tests. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete MAT 031+  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MAT 210+ - Discrete Mathematics

    3 credits
    An introduction to discrete mathematics. Topics included are mathematical induction, finite series, sets, relations and functions, introduction to graph theory, combinatorics, algebraic structures, and probability. [AS NEEDED] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Appropriate score on placement test or MAT 032+ .
  

  • MAT 241+ - Calculus III

    4 credits
    An introduction to multi-variable calculus. Topics included are parametric and polar curves, vectors and vector-valued functions, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, and multiple integrals. [AS NEEDED] Four hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 141+ .
  

  • MAT 246+ - Differential Equations

    3 credits
    An introduction to the basic methods of solving ordinary differential equations. Topics include equations of the first and second order, linear ordinary differential equations, Fourier series, and partial differential equations. [AS NEEDED] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 141+ .

Mental Health
  

  • MLH 213+ - Group Counseling

    3 credits
    An examination of group processes and interaction. Areas of study will include the development of skills and knowledge of leadership, communication, conflict and cohesion. [ALTERNATE YEARS - SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PSC 201+ , PSC 255+ .

Medical
  

  • MED 106 - Medical Terminology

    1 credit
    A study of the language of medicine. Medical terminology will be presented through a study of the progress of word building using medical root words, combining forms, prefixes and suffixes. The presentation of medical language in this course will later serve as a foundation for students interested in a career in many different health-related fields, such as nursing, radiology, physical therapy, dentistry, etc. This course will provide a framework by introducing the key elements in the formation, as well as the modification of medical terms which can then be applied to specific body systems. [FALL/SUMMER] One hour lecture per week.

Music
  

  • MUS 101 - Introduction to Music

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    A study of the elements of music designed to give the student a better understanding of the art music of the Western World. Attention is given to the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods, as well as to the lives of the composers, and various forms of musical composition and expression. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take MAT 023  as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
  

  • MUS 141 - Chorus

    1 credit
    An introduction to group singing. Students will participate in the College choir. A variety of types of choral music are studied, as well as basic vocal and breathing techniques and skills necessary for successful group performance. [AS NEEDED] Two studio hours per week.
  

  • MUS 142 - Chorus

    1 credit
    An introduction to group singing. Students will participate in the College choir. A variety of types of choral music are studied, as well as basic vocal and breathing techniques and skills necessary for successful group performance. [AS NEEDED] Two studio hours per week.
  

  • MUS 152 - Music Fundamentals

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    An introductory study of the basic ideas in listening to music and musical notation. Consideration will be given to the appreciation of music master works as well as practical music skills such as the understanding of musical notation, intervals, scales, melody, rhythm, and chords. Students must be able to read at least one clef and have an elementary understanding of music notation. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score. Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take MAT 023  as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • MUS 153+ - Music Theory I

    3 credits
    The principles of notation, intervals, scales, melody, rhythm, triads, and four-part harmony are studied. Students must be able to read music in at least one clef and have a basic understanding of rhythmic notation. Highly recommended for music majors or for students who want to study music theory beyond an elementary level. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 152   or instructor approval. Corequisite: MUS 253+ .
  

  • MUS 165 - Piano Class I

    2 credits
    Functional piano training for beginners. Basic keyboard skills and musicianship are developed through repertoire of elementary piano pieces. [FALL/SPRING] One hour lecture, two studio hours per week.
  

  • MUS 187 - Voice Class I

    3 credits
    A study of vocal technique, anatomy, and pedagogy for students beginning or improving singing technique. The function and the anatomy of the singing voice and breathing apparatus are studied, as are elements of a good vocal and breathing technique. Basic skills in diction and musicianship are developed through selected repertoire of vocal exercises and songs. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
  

  • MUS 253+ - Music Theory Seminar I

    1 credit
    The principles of notation, intervals, scales, melody, rhythm, triads, and four-part harmony are studied, in detail. Students must be able to read music in at least one clef and have a basic understanding of rhythmic notation. Focus is given to ear training and score study. [FALL/SPRING] One hour lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 152  or MUS 153+ .

Nursing
  

  • NUR 114+ - Fundamentals of Nursing

    9 Credits
    Introduction of foundational nursing knowledge and skills of care for the adult client.  Students will apply basic knowledge while providing nursing care for the adult client introducing concepts of relationship-centered care; context and environment; quality and safety; personal-/professional development; knowledge and science; and teamwork.  Students will have six hours of theory (6 credits) and an average of nine hours of directed clinical practice (3 credits).   [FALL]
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 211+ ;  ENG 101+ ;  MAT 113+ ,  MAT 115+ , or MAT 140+ ; PSC 150   Prereq/Corequisite:
    BIO 212+ ; PSC 250+  
  

  • NUR 121+ - Nursing Care of Adult Clients with Alternation in Patterns of Health

    9 credits
    Application of nursing knowledge and skills for the adult client with alterations in patterns of health. Students expand knowledge and skills while caring for the adult client with alterations in patterns of health while applying concepts of relationship-centered care; context and environment; quality and safety; personal/professional development; knowledge and science; and teamwork. [SPRING] Course Fee. Five hours of theory and an average of 12 hours of directed clinical practice in a variety of settings each week.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 114+  ; BIO 212+ ; PSC 250+   Corequisite: BIO 202+ , ARTS/HUM Elective or COM 101  or SOC 161  .
  

  • NUR 131 - Accelerated Pathway Direct Clinical Practice Experience

    2 credits
    Specialized transition course. Opportunity to gain clinical skills necessary to transition from role of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) and enter the third semester of professional nursing program. Content is entirely based on direct clinical practice (DCP), with a focus on skills related to client assessment, basic/intermediate nursing skills, medication administration, math competency and care of the adult client with alterations in health. [SUMMER] Twelve hours direct clinical practice per week.
    Prerequisite(s): American Public University Systems course- NUR 161 - Fundamentals and Adult Transitions Course.
  

  • NUR 140+ - LPN to RN Transition Course

    3 credits
    Facilitates the transition of Licensed Practical Nurses into the Associate of Science in Nursing Degree Program. Roles of the nurse within the healthcare delivery system are explored with emphasis on the role of the provider of care, manager of care and a member of the profession in relation to meeting the healthcare needs of individuals with alterations in patterns of health. Building on prior educational and professional experience, theoretical knowledge from the humanities, physical, biological and behavioral sciences and nursing research are incorporated. The development of the students’ critical thinking, caring, communication and management skills and professional behaviors are further enhanced. This course provides a variety of instructional activities to support implementation of the nursing process. This is a required course for Licensed Practical Nurses to receive college credit for the first two semesters of the program and be eligible to enroll in NUR 210+ . This course is offered in a guided self-instruction format during the summer session. [SUMMER] Course Fee. Six hours lecture for seven and one-half weeks.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 202+ , BIO 212+ ; ENG 101+ ; MAT elective (MAT 113+ , MAT 115+ , or MAT 140+ ); PSC 250+ .
  

  • NUR 212+ - Nursing Care of Clients through the Life Span

    9 Credits
    Application of nursing knowledge and skills for clients in childbearing, pediatric and medical surgical settings.    Students expand knowledge and skills caring for clients in these specialized settings while applying concepts of relationship-centered care; context and environment; quality and safety; personal-/professional development; knowledge and science; and teamwork.  Students will have five hours of theory (5 credits) and an average of 12 hours of directed clinical practice (4 credits). [FALL]
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 121+ ; BIO 202+   Prereq/Corequisite:
    ARTS/HUM Elective or COM 101  or SOC 161  
  

  • NUR 222+ - Managing Nursing Care of the Client with Complex Health Care Needs

    9 credits
    Integration of nursing knowledge, skills, management concepts, mental health nursing and contemporary issues while providing care for clients and families with complex health care needs.    Students assimilate knowledge and skills managing care of clients and families with complex health care needs while integrating concepts of relationship-centered care; context and environment; quality and safety; personal-/professional development; knowledge and science; and teamwork.  Students will have five hours of theory (5 credits) and an average of 12 hours of directed clinical practice (4 credits). [SPRING]
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 212+   Prereq/Corequisite:
    ARTS/HUM Elective or COM 101  or SOC 161  

Physical Education
  

  • PED 103 - Wellness for Life

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    The introduction of basic concepts and behavioral choices to become fit and promote wellness for life. All aspects of the total person will be covered, with emphasis on achievement of full potential in the physical, mental, emotional, social, environmental, and spiritual aspects of wellness for life. Assessment activities and program design will be emphasized. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
  

  • PED 105 - Integrated Health and Physical Education

    3 credits
    A course providing insight into healthy living, including the structure and function of the human body, its systems, and the importance of physical fitness and sound nutrition. In addition, human movement and physical activity are viewed as central elements to foster active, healthy lifestyles and enhance the quality of life for future students of various educational levels. [SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Note: This course meets General Education Program requirements in the Teacher Education AAT degree only. 
  

  • PED 146 - Lifetime Fitness

    3 credits
    An introduction to all aspect of health-related and performance-related fitness. Emphasis is on current principles of training for cardiovascular exercise, resistance training, and flexibility. Students will be expected to personalize and implement an exercise program based on fitness goals. [FALL/SPRING] Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
  

  • PED 202 - Introduction to Exercise Science

    3 credits
    Introduces the student to the exercise science discipline. This course examines concepts including professionalism, ethics, certification and licensure, employment opportunities and scientific foundations of the various sub-disciplines. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score. Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take MAT 023  as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • PED 204 - Injury Prevention/Emergency Management

    3 credits
    Basic first aid and emergency concepts (CPR), as well as prevention, recognition, treatment and management of injuries and physical disabilities that effect exercise. Initial and follow-up care are studied, along with the influence of training and program design on adaptions associated with diseases, functional disabilities and injuries that affect strengthening techniques. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score. Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take MAT 023  as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • PED 207 - Introduction to the Sports Industry

    3 credits
    Introduces current or future sport managers with an overview of the sport management discipline. The introduction is focused on the history of the sport management discipline, career opportunities, and various sport and exercise settings, such as interscholastic, intercollegiate, international, and professional sport, along with the health/fitness and recreation industries. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take ENG 094  and MAT 023  as pre or corequisites, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • PED 209 - Sport: A Cross-Cultural Perspective

    3 credits
    Explores the significance of sport and human movement from an anthropological perspective. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prereq/Corequisite:
    Take ENG 094  and MAT 023  as pre or corequisites, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.

Physical Therapist Assistant
  

  • PTA 101+ - Introduction to Physical Therapist Assisting

    3 credits
    An introduction to the profession of physical therapy including the purpose, history and practice structures. The scope of practice, ethics and roles of the healthcare providers are included. Basic patient care procedures and documentation are taught. [FALL] Course Fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the PTA Program.
  

  • PTA 102+ - Physical Therapist Assistant I (Basic Techniques)

    6 credits
    Introductory study of the theory and skill development in body mechanics, gait training and data collection techniques. Emphasis is on competence in postural measurements, transfers, range of motion, manual muscle testing, basic therapeutic exercise, assistive devices and massage. The course covers disease processes and specific medical conditions seen in physical therapy. [SPRING] Course Fee. Three hours lecture, six hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 101+ , BIO 211+ , MAT 113+ , ENG 101+ , PSC 150 . Corequisite: PTA 106+ .
  

  • PTA 104+ - Physical Therapist Assistant II (Modalities)

    6 credits
    Introduces theory regarding the concepts of pain, peripheral vascular disease and wound care. Includes theory and skill-development in modalities and relaxation techniques with expected competency in specific units. [SUMMER] Course Fee. Five hours lecture, ten hours laboratory over nine weeks.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 102+ , PTA 106+ , BIO 212+ . Corequisite: PTA 105+ .
  

  • PTA 105+ - Clinical Practice I

    2 credits
    Preparation and performance of a concentrated clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for supervised application of clinical skills. PTA skills are assessed by clinical and academic faculty. [SUMMER] Course Fee. One hour lecture, 2 hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 102+ , PTA 106+ , BIO 212+ . Corequisite: PTA 104+ .
  

  • PTA 106+ - Kinesiology

    6 credits
    The study of biomechanic principles involved in human movement. Includes structure and functions of joints and muscle groups and characteristics of normal posture and gait. Pathologies basic to each specific joint are reviewed. [SPRING] Course Fee. Four-and-one-half hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 101+ , BIO 211+ , MAT 113+ , ENG 101+ , PSC 150 . Corequisite: PTA 102+ .
  

  • PTA 150+ - Functional Anatomy for the Physical Therapist Assistant

    1 credit
    This course is designed to bridge content and learning from human anatomy and physiology coursework to kinesiology coursework. Students will participate in both hands-on learning activities and interactive Internet links to promote basic knowledge of bone, muscle, and joint anatomy and physiology. From that knowledge, students will develop an understanding of how anatomy and physiology relate to function. [FALL] Course Fee. Two hours lecture and 28 hours of laboratory over eight weeks.
    Corequisite: PTA 101+ .
  

  • PTA 201+ - Physical Therapist Assistant III (Orthopedics)

    4 credits
    Theory of orthopedic conditions and their underlying pathology. Skill-development includes integrated rehabilitation techniques of these conditions. [FALL] Course Fee. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 104+ , PTA 105+ , PSC 250+ . Corequisite: PTA 202+ , PTA 203+ .
  

  • PTA 202+ - Physical Therapist Assistant IV (Rehabilitation)

    4 credits
    Theory and pathology of conditions which may require usually long-term rehabilitation techniques. Skill-development focuses on techniques which enhance the level of function. [FALL] Course Fee. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 104+ , PTA 105+ , PSC 250+ . Corequisite: PTA 201+ , PTA 203+ .
  

  • PTA 203+ - Clinical Practice II

    4 credits
    A supervised clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for the application of new and previously learned clinical skills and theoretical integration. [FALL] Course Fee. A total of 192 clinical hours per semester.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 104+ , PTA 105+ , PSC 250+ . Corequisite: PTA 201+ , PTA 202+ .
  

  • PTA 204+ - Physical Therapist Assistant V (Neurodevelopmental)

    3 credits
    Theory and pathology of the neurologically-involved patient. Special emphasis on skill-development in neurodevelopmental techniques. [SPRING] Course Fee. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 201+ , PTA 202+ , PTA 203+ . Corequisite: PTA 205+ , PTA 206+ .
  

  • PTA 205+ - Current Issues and Trends Affecting the Physical Therapist Assistant

    1 credit
    A seminar course which addresses current issues and trends specific to the profession of physical therapy including healthcare reform, reimbursement, licensure and medical ethics. [SPRING] One hour lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 201+ , PTA 202+ , PTA 203+ . Corequisite: PTA 204+ ,  PTA 206+ , PTA 207+ .
  

  • PTA 206+ - Clinical Practice III

    4 credits
    A supervised clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for application of new and previously learned clinical skills. Includes implementation of management skills and teaching techniques. [SPRING] Course Fee. A total of 144 hours of clinical practice per semester.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 201+ , PTA 202+ , PTA 203+ . Corequisite: PTA 204+ , PTA 205+ .
  

  • PTA 207+ - Clinical Practice IV

    4 credits
    A supervised full-time clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for application of new and previously learned clinical skills and procedures. Includes implementation of management skills and teaching techniques. [SPRING] Course Fee. A total of 280 hours of clinical practice per semester.
    Prerequisite(s): PTA 204+ , PTA 206+ . Corequisite: PTA 205+ .
    Note: A grade of “C” or better in each PTA course is required to progress into PTA 207.

Physics
  

  • PHY 205+ - College Physics I

    4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    Algebra-based study of the laws of physics. This course provides the first of two semesters of college physics. Topics include vectors, motion, force, equilibrium, momentum and energy, properties of matter, mechanical waves and sound, and an introduction to kinetic theory and thermodynamics. [ALTERNATE YEARS - FALL - ODD] Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete  ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score; MAT 115+ .
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • PHY 206+ - College Physics II

    4 credits
    Second semester of algebra-based college physics. Topics include electricity, magnetism, light and optics, and an introduction to atomic, nuclear, and modern physics. [ALTERNATE YEARS - SPRING - EVEN] Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 205+ .
  

  • PHY 215+ - Physics I

    4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    A calculus-based study of the laws of physics. The first of two semesters of college physics, preparing students for further study in the physical sciences for education and engineering. Topics include kinematics, statics and dynamics, momentum and energy, rotational dynamics, mechanical waves and sound, gravitational field, properties of materials, and an introduction to fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. [ALTERNATE YEARS - FALL - ODD] Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete  ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score; MAT 140+ .
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • PHY 216+ - Physics II

    4 credits
    Second semester of calculus-based college physics. Topics include electric forces, potentials and fields, DC/AC circuits and components, magnetic forces and fields, electromagnetic induction and radiation, light and optics, atomic and nuclear models, and an introduction to quantum and modern physics. [ALTERNATE YEARS - SPRING - EVEN] Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 215+ .

Political Science
  

  • POL 180 - U.S. Federal Government

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    A study of the basic principles of the national government of the United States, its structure and powers, and the operations of Congress, the President, and the Supreme Court. Citizenship, elections, political parties, and pressure groups are studied. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete  ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • POL 181 - State and Local Government

    3 credits
    An introduction to the organization and operation of state government and its subdivisions. Emphasis is placed on the functions of the various agencies and branches of Maryland government. POL 181 may be taken before POL 180 . [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete  ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
  

  • POL 185 - African-American Politics in the United States

    3 credits
    An overview of African-American leadership, as well as a comprehensive analysis of the socio-economic factors that shape African-American politics in the United States. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete  ENG 094  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.

Psychology
  

  • PSC 150 - General Psychology

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    An introduction to the scientific study of psychology with emphasis on learning, cognition, motivation and emotion, individual differences, and adjustment patterns. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
  

  • PSC 201+ - Theories of Counseling

    3 credits
    An examination of the basic techniques and theories used in counseling. Areas of study will include interviewing skills, information giving, and crisis handling. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PSC 150  .
  

  • PSC 211+ - Individual Counseling

    3 credits
    An in-depth study of theories and techniques used in counseling. Areas of study will include counseling special populations, the role of the counselor and the use of self in the counseling process. A study of the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of the human organism. Emphasis is given to the various stages of the life span, and the developmental influence of social class, the family, the school, and the group. [SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PSC 201+ .
  

  • PSC 220+ - Educational Psychology

    3 credits
    A study of psychological research and theory related to the educational process. This course focuses on the learning process and related concepts, including individual differences, measurement and evaluation, adjustment, motivation and human development. Attention is given to various instructional models and objectives, theories of learning, and the application of modern psychological principles as they apply to educational theory and process. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week and a minimum of 15 hours of field experience are required.
    Prerequisite(s): PSC 150 .
  

  • PSC 250+ - Human Growth and Development

    3 credits
    A study of the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of the human organism. Emphasis is given to the various stages of the life-span, and the developmental influence of social class, the family, the school, and the group. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PSC 150 .
  

  • PSC 255+ - Abnormal Psychology

    3 credits
    A study of major aspects of deviant behavior including psychoneurosis, psychosis, personality disorders, and mental health. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): PSC 150 .
  

  • PSC 266 - Pharmacology of Psychoactive Drugs

    3 credits
    This course examines the effects of psychoactive drugs on the functionality of the brain and body. Drug classification, including their action potential, withdrawal syndromes, and associated medical problems will be discussed. Assessment and treatment modalities will be reviewed. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
  

  • PSC 267+ - Ethical Issues in Counseling

    3 credits
    An in-depth study of ethical issues in counseling when providing services to clients.  Topics include an emphasis on the examination of legal and ethical codes and professional standards, analysis of ethical dilemmas in practice, and consequences of ethical violations in the various areas of human services and addiction. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental requirements.  Prereq/Corequisite:
    PSC 150  
  

  • PSC 268+ - Addiction Treatment Delivery

    3 credits
    A detailed exploration of treatment delivery when working with clients with substance use disorders.  Topics include screening, intake completion, orientation to services, case management, crisis intervention, education and prevention, client referral, consultation, reports and record keeping, assessment and diagnosis, and treatment planning. [SPRING] Three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental requirements. Prereq/Corequisite:
    PSC 150  

Radiologic Sciences
  

  • RSR 103+ - Introduction to Radiologic Sciences

    2 credits
    An introduction to the radiologic sciences. Topics to be studied will include a history of radiography; a discussion of different medical imaging modalities; medical ethics and law; professionalism; and the structure and environment of healthcare systems. [SUMMER] Four hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Radiologic Sciences Program.
  

  • RSR 105+ - Introduction to Positioning

    2 credits
    An introduction to radiographic procedures. Radiographic terminology, finite anatomy, equipment manipulation, positioning, effective communication skills, patient care considerations, radiation exposure factors, and radiation protection procedures used to accurately demonstrate patient anatomy on a radiograph will be studied. Procedures will be demonstrated. Students will practice procedures in role-playing lab situations and complete lab examinations for each procedure studied.  Three hours per week will be scheduled in the clinical setting. [SUMMER] Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Radiologic Sciences Program.
  

  • RSR 107+ - Radiographic Patient Care

    3 credits
    A study and practice of the skills necessary to provide supportive care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients who are having medical imaging procedures performed. Studies will include vital signs, oxygen administration, venipuncture, body mechanics, patient assessment skills, care of patients in trauma and critical situations, universal precautions, basic pharmacology, drug administration, performance of ECG’s, patient education, and customer service techniques. RSR 107 is offered in the eight-week summer session. [SUMMER] Course Fee. Four hours lecture and discussion, four hours lab per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Radiologic Sciences Program.
  

  • RSR 111+ - Positioning I

    4 credits
    A continuing study of radiographic procedures. Radiographic terminology, finite anatomy, equipment manipulation, positioning, effective communication skills, patient care considerations, radiation exposure factors, and the radiation protection procedures used to accurately demonstrate patient anatomy on a radiograph will be studied. Procedures will be demonstrated. Students will practice procedures in role-playing lab situations and complete lab examinations for each procedure studied. [FALL] Two hours lecture, four hours lab per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 105+ .
  

  • RSR 117+ - Fundamentals of Radiographic Exposure

    3 credits
    An introduction to radiographic exposure. Topics to be studied will include a discussion of atomic structure, nature of radiation, x-ray production, factors that influence x-ray beam characteristics, interactions of photons with matter, beam filtration, analog imaging, image characteristics of detail, distortion, density and contrast and the factors that influence them; control of scatter radiation, determination of exposure factors, image receptors, and the difference between analog and digital imaging. [FALL] Three hours lecture per week.
  

  • RSR 121+ - Clinical Radiography I

    2 credits
    Supervised clinical rotation to observe and practice radiography. Orientation to the radiograpic information systems and equipment at each site will be completed. The student will position patients for radiographic procedures, communicate effectively, provide patient care, calculate appropriate exposure factors, and provide radiation protection as appropriate under the direct supervision of a registered radiographer in the clinical setting. Initial practice of radiographic procedures will be completed in the laboratory and lab examinations will be completed. Progress will be assessed and documented throughout the semester. Course coordinates with RSR 111+ - Positioning I . [FALL] Course Fee. Twenty-four contact hours of clinical and laboratory practice per week as needed to demonstrate competency.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 105+ .
  

  • RSR 126+ - Positioning II

    4 credits
    A continuing study of radiographic procedures. Radiographic terminology, finite anatomy, equipment manipulation, positioning, effective communication skills, patient care considerations, radiation exposure factors, and the radiation protection procedures used to accurately demonstrate patient anatomy on a radiograph will be studied. Procedures will be demonstrated. Students will practice procedures in role-playing lab situations and complete lab examinations for each procedure studied. [SPRING] Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 111+ .
  

  • RSR 132+ - Radiographic Imaging Equipment

    4 credits
    A study of the physical principles and equipment of radiography. Electricity, magnetism, electromagnetism, radiographic circuits, fluoroscopic equipment, mobile x-ray units, linear tomography, and quality control processes will be studied. [SPRING] Four hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 117+  and MAT 113+ .
  

  • RSR 136+ - Clinical Radiography II

    2 credits
    Supervised clinical rotation to observe and practice radiography. The student will continue to position patients for radiographic procedures, communicate effectively, provide patient care, calculate appropriate exposure factors, and provide radiation protection as appropriate under the direct supervision of a registered radiographer in the clinical setting. Practice of radiographic procedures will be completed in the laboratory and lab examinations will be completed. Clinical progress will be assessed and documented throughout the semester. Course coordinates with RSR 126+ - Positioning II . [SPRING] Course Fee. Twenty-four hours of practice per week scheduled to demonstrate competency.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 121+ .
  

  • RSR 140+ - Positioning III

    2 credits
    A continuing study of radiographic procedures. Radiographic terminology, finite anatomy, equipment manipulation, positioning, effective communication skills, patient care considerations, radiation exposure factors, and radiation protection procedures used to accurately demonstrate patient anatomy on a radiograph will be studied. Procedures will be demonstrated. Students will practice procedures in role-playing lab situations and complete lab examinations for each procedure studied. [SUMMER] Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 126+ .
  

  • RSR 146+ - Clinical Radiography III

    1 credit
    Supervised clinical rotation to observe and practice radiography. The student will continue to position patients for radiographic procedures, communicate effectively, provide patient care, calculate appropriate exposure factors, and provide radiation protection as appropriate under the direct supervision of a registered radiographer in the clinical setting. Clinical progress will be assessed and documented throughout the semester. Course coordinates with RSR 140+ - Positioning III . [SUMMER] Course Fee. Twenty-four hours of clinical per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 136+ .
  

  • RSR 203+ - Positioning IV

    4 credits
    A continuing study of radiographic procedures. Radiographic terminology, finite anatomy, equipment manipulation, positioning, effective communication skills, patient care considerations, radiation exposure factors, and the radiation protection procedures used to accurately demonstrate patient anatomy on a radiograph will be studied. Procedures will be demonstrated. Students will practice procedures in role-playing lab situations and complete lab examinations for each procedure studied. [FALL] Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 140+ .
  

  • RSR 206+ - Digital Radiography

    3 credits
    A study of computers, digital image acquisition and display. The components, principles, and operation of computers and digital imaging systems will be studied. Factors that impact image acquisition, display, archiving and retrieval are discussed. Guidelines for selecting exposure factors and evaluating images within a digital system and quality assurance and maintenance are discussed. The principles of computed tomography are also presented. [FALL] Course Fee. Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 132+ .
  

  • RSR 221+ - Clinical Radiography IV

    2 credits
    Supervised clinical rotation to observe and practice radiography. The student will continue to position patients for radiographic procedures, communicate effectively, provide patient care, calculate appropriate exposure factors, and provide radiation protection as appropriate under the supervision of a registered radiographer in the clinical setting. The student will demonstrate more independent performance of examinations for which competency has been earned. Clinical progress will be assessed and documented throughout the semester. Course coordinates with RSR 203+ - Positioning IV . [FALL] Course Fee. Twenty-four hours of clinical per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 146+ .
  

  • RSR 229+ - Image Analysis

    1 credit
    A course emphasizing the application of the problem-solving process in radiography. Radiographic images produced in the lab and clinical setting will be analyzed for quality and possible solutions to exposure, equipment, and positioning problems will be examined. [SPRING] Two hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 146+ .
  

  • RSR 231+ - Radiation Biology and Protection

    3 credits
    A study of the effect of ionizing radiation on body tissues at the molecular and cellular level. An overview of the interaction of radiation with living systems and the factors affecting biological responses will be studied. The responsibilities of the radiographer to ensure that patients, personnel and the public are protected from excessive radiation exposure and the regulations affecting ionizing radiation at the federal- and state-level will be discussed. [SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 132+  
  

  • RSR 235+ - Clinical Radiography V

    2 credits
    Final supervised clinical rotation to observe and practice radiography. The student will assume direct and independent responsibility to position patients for radiographic procedures, communicate effectively, provide patient care, calculate appropriate exposure factors, and provide radiation protection as appropriate. All competency requirements must be completed. Clinical progress will be assessed throughout the semester. [SPRING] Twenty-four hours of clinical experience per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 221+ .
  

  • RSR 240+ - Radiography Program Outcomes Analysis

    1 credit
    An analysis of the student’s mastery of radiography program goals and objectives. Students will analyze their knowledge of radiographic concepts and their ability to perform the competencies required for program completion. [SPRING] Two hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): RSR 221+ .

Science
  

  • SCI 102 - Humans in the Natural Universe

    3 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    An exploration of the natural sciences and the place of humans in the natural universe, designed for non-major students. Topics covered will include the process of science, matter, energy, basic organismal and human biology, disease, ecology, and planetary science. There will be an emphasis on the scientific method as a way of learning about natural phenomena. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete  ENG 094  and MAT 023  as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement scores.
    Note: Note: SCI 102 will not serve as a prerequisite for any other science course, nor as a course for students majoring in science or healthcare-related disciplines. All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.  SCI 102, is a three credit, non-laboratory science course that may not be eligible in certain programs; check with academic advisor.
  

  • SCI 110 - Introduction to Astronomy

    4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.
    An introduction to the study of the universe and how the scientific method is used to study it. Particular emphasis will be placed on current theories of how the universe, galaxy, and solar system came to be in their present state. [FALL/SPRING] Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094  and MAT 031+  as prerequisites, or appropriate placement scores.
    Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.
 

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