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2013-2014 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Nursing
  

  • NUR 2731L - Nursing Process III Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies NUR 2731C . Note(s): for nursing majors only


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  • NUR 2732C - Nursing Process IV

    (9 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Five hours per week of lecture, 15 hours per week of clinical experience.

    Prerequisites/corequisites: successful completion of NUR 2731C  and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of NUR 2813 , and concurrent enrollment in NUR 2732L . Focus is on human responses to acute, chronic or progressive alterations in health across the life span. Concepts of mental health nursing are incorporated. Assessment techniques and nursing interventions to assist individuals in achieving and maintaining their highest level of functioning are explored. Therapeutic communication techniques are emphasized. Clinical learning experiences are provided in various health care settings. Theoretical and clinical learning experiences related to the transition from student to graduate nurse are emphasized throughout the course. Additional special fee is required. Note(s): for nursing majors only


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  • NUR 2732L - Nursing Process IV Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies NUR 2732C . Note(s): for nursing majors only


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  • NUR 2813 - Nursing Seminar

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Two hours per week in the classroom.

    Prerequisites/corequisites: successful completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, NUR 2732C . The content of this course focuses on the nurse as a professional person. The content includes topics which impact the profession, such as: the health care delivery system; legal aspects of nursing practice; principles of patient care management; and the role of local and national organizations. The course involves discussion of current nursing issues and trends. Note(s): for nursing majors only


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  • NUR 2930 - Special Topics in Nursing

    (1 to 9 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals and groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available. Note(s): for nursing majors only


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  • NUR 3066C - Health Assessment and Physical Appraisal

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Thirty hours of laboratory experience. Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    This course focuses on the techniques of physical assessment and examination of infants, children and adults. It also focuses on client assessment, health risks and formation of nursing diagnoses and health teaching. Emphasis is on the process of client interaction and use of appraisal skills in the collection of bio-psychosocial data across the life span.


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  • NUR 3076 - Communication in Health Care

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    This course examines various communication patterns basic to individual and group relationships. Course emphasizes the development of interactive skills paramount to effective communication with individuals and groups involved with health care issues. It provides an opportunity for the validation of oral communication skills and experiences especially related to health care. Techniques of effective, therapeutic, and professional communication skills are emphasized. This course also focuses on providing students interprofessional and intraprofessional collaborative simulated clinical opportunities to work deliberatively for the common goal of building a safer and healthier patient-centered work environment.


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  • NUR 3125 - Pathophysiology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    This course focuses on cellular alterations in organ systems as they relate to selected disease states that impact the health of people as holistic beings. Special emphasis is placed on critical thinking and clinical decision making related to these alterations in homeodynamic balance, their presentation and implications for nursing practice.


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  • NUR 3145 - Pharmacology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    This course addresses major concerns in health care that include discussion of safe medication administration practices and medication reconciliation. Improvement in delivery processes to improve safety and quality of care thereby improving client outcomes will be emphasized. Basic and clinical concepts of pharmacology in nursing practice are discussed. The course examines pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, adverse reactions and contraindications, and therapeutic indications and nursing implications related to the assessment and management of symptoms across the lifespan.


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  • NUR 3289 - Gerontology-Nursing

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    This course examines the aging process and its impact on individuals, families and the community. End of life issues, such as care options and settings, and the impact of the elderly on society are explored. The focus is on the application of current gerontological theory to the care of diverse populations of aging clients.


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  • NUR 3805 - Dimensions of Professional Nursing Practice

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    This course focuses on the transition of nursing students from an associate degree program to the role of the B.S.N. nursing graduate. Development of a variety of learning strategies and approaches to enhance academic success will be emphasized. The history and evolution of the nursing profession, ethical imperatives, and current trends and issues impacting professional practice in an evolving healthcare delivery environment are foundations for the development of the professional nurse. The role of the B.S.N. prepared graduate focuses on utilization of evidenced-based nursing practices and advanced leadership and management skills in a variety of settings within a global community.


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  • NUR 3826 - Ethics and Legal Issues in Healthcare

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    This course is an assessment of ethical and legal issues confronting nurses and other health care providers in a variety of settings. The course focuses on identification and analysis of legal and ethical concepts and principles underlying the critical thinking process in nursing and health care.


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  • NUR 3870 - Informatics in Healthcare

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    This course examines philosophical perspectives, significant issues and applications of technology that are influential in the practice of contemporary nursing grounded in caring. The effects of emerging technologies on nursing practice are explored.


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  • NUR 3895 - Teaching and Learning for Health Care Professional

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    This course focuses on methods for educating health care professionals and clients at the institutional, programmatic and individual level. Emphasis is placed on a working relationship with health care service organizations to develop educational programs related to health, wellness, disease, disease prevention and quality of life. The importance of effective and appropriate communication skills in the delivery and evaluation of educational components also is emphasized. Challenges and barriers to learning including the concept of cultural diversity will be included.


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  • NUR 4169 - Evidence Based Practice: Nursing Research

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    This course teaches the importance of research in evidence based practice and provides the student with a structure to identify the research process. Emphasis is on identification of researchable nursing problems and evaluations of the quality of research that is applicable to nursing practice.


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  • NUR 4636 - Community/Public Health: Population Based

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    This course is an in-depth examination of the holistic nursing role in community health nursing, public health, epidemiology, culture, and promoting an environment essential to health promotion/disease prevention and teaching of groups in community settings.


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  • NUR 4636L - Community/Public Health: Practicum

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 4636 . Forty-five practicum hours.

    This course offers opportunities to practice the principles and theory of community health nursing in a variety of health care settings. Included are the identification of health care needs of the community as a client, and the nurse’s role as a facilitator, teacher, and evaluator in promoting and maintaining health and wellness among diverse populations across the lifespan. Additional special fee is required.


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  • NUR 4827 - Leadership and Management in Professional Nursing

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805  and permission of department chair.

    Principles of nursing leadership and management with an emphasis on decision making, priority setting, delegating and managing nursing care. Focus will be on preparation of the professional nurse to work collaboratively in the interdisciplinary health care environment.


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  • NUR 4837 - Health Care Policy and Economics

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    This course teaches the present realities of the health care industry, the stages of public policy development, and how economics influences healthcare. Focus will be on paradigm shifts and trends impacting health care today. The application of policy development and introduction to political activism is included.


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  • NUR 4925 - Colloquiums/Symposiums/Workshops

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: NUR 3805 .

    The focus of this course is designed to enhance specific professional skills gained during the program centering around a specific topic or event. Topics may vary. Topics are selected on the basis of what is currently relevant in the field of healthcare.


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Nursing: Special
  

  • NSP 1050 - Basic Nursing Skills

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.S.)


    This course provides instruction and practice in the Basic Skills Needed to the health student who has interrupted the program of study to progress successfully through the associate degree in nursing program. Emphasis is placed on concepts and skills needed to provide safe patient care, specific learning skills will be addressed for each individual student.


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  • NSP 3276 - Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites: By permission ONLY from the nursing department.

    The content of this course is to provide additional knowledge and skill in the care of a client requiring cardiac monitoring in an acute care setting. This course builds on knowledge students obtained previously in covering the cardiovascular body system. Basic arrhythmia interpretation and nursing implications associated with cardiac rhythm changes assist students with an additional assessment skill that further develops their critical thinking ability in the health care setting.


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  • NSP 4275C - Adult Critical Care-Nursing

    (8 Credit Hours)
    (B.S.)


    Prerequisites/corequisites: completion of NSP 3276 , by permission ONLY from the nursing department. The content of this course is to provide advanced knowledge and skills in critical care nursing for registered nurses enrolled in the RN to B.S.N. program and intending to work in or have interest in learning about critical care nursing. The course is an introduction to critical care nursing. Content areas are developed around the body systems: cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, gastrointestinal, renal, endocrine, hematological and multisystem. The course work includes classroom, eLearning and simulation. Additional special fees are required.


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Occupational Therapy Assistant
  

  • OTH 1001C - Introduction to Occupational Therapy

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, satisfactory completion of BSC 2085C , mathematics (from Area II, A.S.) and PSY 2012 .

    This course introduces the student to the field of occupational therapy concentrating on the history, philosophy and underlying concepts of practice, theories and frames of reference utilized in occupational therapy. It provides a basic introduction to medical terminology, infection control techniques, body mechanics, vital signs, wheelchair safety and patient care skills related to communication, handling, positioning and mobility. Oral and written reporting skills are practiced in various class activities. The use of skilled observations of identified performance areas within the therapy environment are discussed in relation to the process of occupational therapy, along with ethical and professional responsibilities and the need for evidenced based practice. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 1001L - Introduction to Occupational Therapy Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 1001C .


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  • OTH 1014C - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of BSC 2085C , mathematics (from Area II, A.S.) and PSY 2012 .

    This course is designed to explore the analysis of human movement and its impact on function through the integration of biomechanics, kinesiology and applied anatomy. Principles of exercise are introduced. Manual muscle testing and goniometric measurement are discussed and practiced. Principles are reinforced through a problem-solving approach to increase the understanding of movement of the body and the relationship to occupational therapy treatment. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 1014L - Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 1014C .


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  • OTH 1114C - Occupational Therapy Skills and Techniques I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of BSC 2086C , DEP 2004 , OTH 1001C  and OTH 1014C .

    Corequisites: OTH 1520C . This course focuses on developing skills in the analysis and instruction of occupational therapy treatment techniques utilized in the treatment of dysfunction during the growth years. Lecture and laboratory activities focus on: activity analysis, facilitation/inhibition techniques, activities of daily living, gross and fine motor activities, behavioral control techniques, splinting, adaptive/assistive equipment and strengthening and range of motion techniques. Laboratory practice provides the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to practice situations. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 1114L - Occupational Therapy Skills and Techniques I Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 1114C .


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  • OTH 1410 - Introduction to Human Disease

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours per week. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of BSC 2086C , DEP 2004 , OTH 1001C  and OTH 1014C .

    This course is an introduction to basic pathophysiology including etiology, signs and symptoms and rehabilitative treatment principles of various medical, surgical, orthopedic and neurological conditions common to individuals across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on proper use of medical terminology associated with these conditions.


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  • OTH 1520C - Occupational Therapy During Growth Years

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours lecture, six hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of  BSC 2086C , DEP 2004 , OTH 1001C  and OTH 1014C .

    Corequisites: OTH 1114C . This course is designed to enable the student to investigate prevalent disabilities occurring during the growth years (approximately birth through 20) and to begin, plan and implement appropriate occupational therapy treatment for each type of disability. In addition, the student will study occupational therapy concepts and techniques to be able to effectively implement occupational therapy treatment techniques in a variety of pediatric settings. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 1520L - Occupational Therapy During Growth Years Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 1520C .


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  • OTH 2261C - Occupational Therapy Skills and Techniques II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of OTH 1114C , OTH 1520C  and OTH 1410 .

    Corequisites: ENC 1102 , the Humanities elective,  OTH 2420C , OTH 2300C  and OTH 2802L . The focus of this course is on analysis and instruction of occupational therapy treatment techniques utilized in the treatment of physical and psychosocial dysfunction during the adult years. Laboratory activities provide the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to practice situations. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 2261L - Occupational Therapy Skills and Tech II Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 2261C .


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  • OTH 2300C - Occupational Therapy in Mental Health

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of OTH 1114C , OTH 1520C , OTH 1410 , ENC 1102  and the Humanities elective.

    Corequisites: OTH 2261L , OTH 2420C  and OTH 2802L . This course is designed to enable the student to become knowledgeable of the basic concepts of mental health and mental illness and the related role of occupational therapy process in psychosocial practice. Focus will be on evaluations, treatment planning, occupational therapy practice models, the role of the COTA in various mental health settings and the therapeutic use of self. The student will be introduced to appropriate methods of responding to symptoms and behaviors, safety techniques, DSM III-R and documentation. Laboratory activities promote the use of case-based learning to focus on skills needed in the mental health setting, treatment planning and implementation as well as the importance of evidenced-based practice in the mental health setting. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 2300L - Occupational Therapy Mental Health Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 2300C .


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  • OTH 2420C - Occupational Therapy for the Physically Disabled

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of OTH 1114C , OTH 1520C , OTH 1410 , ENC 1102 , and the Humanities elective.

    Corequisites: OTH 2261C , OTH 2300C  and OTH 2802L . This course is designed to enable the student to understand common physical disabilities in the adult population. It will provide the student with an understanding of evaluations, treatment planning, intervention strategies and documentation used in physical disabilities with the adult populations. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 2420L - Occupational Therapy for Physically Disabled Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 2420C .


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  • OTH 2802L - Occupational Therapy Practicum

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Twelve hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: OTH 1114C , OTH 1520C , OTH 1410 , ENC 1102  and a Humanities elective.

    Corequisites: OTH 2420C , OTH 2300C  and OTH 2261C . This course provides opportunities for students to observe and participate in occupational therapy treatment of adult clients in a physical disabilities and mental health fieldwork environments. The student will work under the supervision of an occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant and other clinical supervisors. A variety of field-work settings are used to expose the students to individuals with physical and psychosocial dysfunction. Fieldwork seminar hour is designed to integrate the students’ clinical skill by developing clinical reasoning skills and to enhance the need for and understanding of collaboration within the health care environment. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 2840L - Supervised Clinical Practice I

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Forty days per term—four and a half days per week for eight weeks. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of OTH 2261C , OTH 2420C , OTH 2300C  and OTH 2802L .

    Corequisites: OTH 2933C . Supervised Clinical Practice I is a full-time, supervised fieldwork experience designed to bridge the student from classroom to clinic in preparation for entry level practice as an occupational therapy assistant. The student will participate in a clinical experience in one practice area of occupational therapy (physical disabilities, psychosocial dysfunction or pediatrics) and assume responsibility for the delivery of services to clients in an occupational therapy program. This course must be completed within 18 months following completion of academic preparation. Additional special fees are required.


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  • OTH 2841L - Supervised Clinical Practice II

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Forty days per term. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of OTH 2840L .

    Corequisites: OTH 2933C . Supervised Clinical Practice II is a full-time, supervised fieldwork experience designed to bridge the student from classroom to clinic in preparation for entry level practice as an occupational therapy assistant. The student will participate in a clinical experience in one practice area of occupational therapy (physical disabilities, psychosocial dysfunction or pediatrics) that is different from Clinical Practice I and assume responsibility for the delivery of services to clients in an occupational therapy program. This course must be completed within 18 months following completion of academic preparation.


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  • OTH 2933C - Seminar for Clinical Practice

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    One hour class, three hours laboratory. Prerequisites: OTH 2261C , OTH 2420C , OTH 2300C  and OTH 2802L .

    Corequisites: OTH 2840L  and OTH 2841L . This course presents issues related to the transition from student to practitioner including basic principles of organization, administration and supervision, the role of the OTA in relation to other health-care professionals, ethics, medical errors, job search skills, licensing requirements and preparation for the national certification exam. The clinical seminar hour is designed to enhance the development of clinical skills through an open discussion of experiences in the clinical setting.


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  • OTH 2933L - Seminar for Clinical Practice Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies OTH 2933C .


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Office Systems Technology
  

  • OST 1100 - Elementary Keyboarding

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week, plus laboratories as assigned by instructor.

    This course includes the techniques and basic skills in typewriting, mastery of keyboard and preparation of business letters, manuscripts and tabulated applications.


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  • OST 1110 - Intermediate Keyboarding

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours per week, plus laboratories as assigned by instructor. Prerequisites: OST 1100  or equivalent.

    This course continues the focus of the skills of typewriting, including the application to more advanced styles of correspondence, statistical typewriting and tabulations. Students use computer keyboarding software to increase productivity.


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  • OST 2120 - Advanced Keyboarding

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours per week, plus laboratories necessary to complete assigned work. Prerequisites: OST 1110  or equivalent.

    This course stresses speed and accuracy skill-building on straight copy and production work. Emphasis is placed on application of skills to advanced office problems, including business letters, forms and reports.


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Paralegal / Legal Assistant / Administration
  

  • PLA 1003 - Introduction to Legal Systems

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Course is prerequisite for entering the Legal Assisting program. It provides a broad study of the relationships in a law office. The structure of the American legal system, including constitutional underpinnings, is covered. Legal ethics and basic issues common to all areas of law, such as court jurisdiction, conflicts of laws and remedies are taught.


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  • PLA 1104 - Legal Research and Writing I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101 . Recommended PLA 1003 .

    Corequisites: Co-requisite: this course is required of all paralegal/legal assisting program majors and must be taken concurrently with LIS 2004 . This class meets the Gordon Rule requirement. This course is intended to stress (to the paraprofessional) the importance of a thorough knowledge of legal terminology and the purposes of legal research and writing. Legal analysis techniques, research skills and good writing techniques are the focus of the course.


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  • PLA 1610 - Real Property Law/Transactions

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course offers the basic principles of real property practices in law offices. It prepares the legal assistant trainee to fully understand the techniques and procedures encountered and utilized by law firms and practicing attorneys in various forms of real property conveyancing. This course includes exploration of legal, ethical, and business issues related to the practice of physical therapy; current issues and trends in health care delivery; licensure, continuing education, career development and concepts of professionalism. A collaborative community service project will be included in this course.


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  • PLA 1949 - Career Decision Work Experience in Legal Assisting

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1003  and/or permission of instructor or program manager.

    Corequisites: Four, eight or 12 hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected depending on the credit hour requirements. This work-study course reinforces education and professional growth in a student’s academic major through coordinated field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and work assignments. With program manager’s approval and based upon degree requirements, degree-seeking students who are making progress in their degree program may repeat this course for a maximum total of three credits.


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  • PLA 2001 - General Law

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course emphasizes the law of contracts and forms relating to the law of sales and credit transactions, discussion of various instruments and the study of the Uniform Commercial Code. The course also emphasizes the basic principle of the Law of Torts.


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  • PLA 2114 - Legal Research and Writing II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1104 . Recommended PLA 1003  and PLA 2001 .

    This course meets the Gordon Rule requirement. This course focuses on an advanced review of legal researching finding techniques and legal writing skills. Students will perform research and write legal memoranda, pleadings and legal briefs.


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  • PLA 2203 - Civil Litigation I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites/corequisites: Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: PLA 1003 . This course emphasizes the civil court system and litigation procedures in the state of Florida and the federal courts, and will prepare the legal assistant to assist an attorney with civil trial duties up to the appeal level. All basic aspects of civil litigation are studied, including preliminary office procedures and drafting of all pleadings including interrogatories. Students will gain an understanding of substantive civil law and how to use the Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.


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  • PLA 2223 - Civil Litigation II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 2203  with a grade of “C” or better or permission of the instructor.

    This course builds upon PLA 2203  and will prepare the legal assistant to assist the attorney in civil trial practice through the appeals process. It includes drafting settlement proposals and a trial brief, abstracting depositions and the use of the Florida and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. Students will have a mock trial and many activities and assignments will be based on the situations that arise from the preparation and trial process.


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  • PLA 2303 - Criminal Law and Procedures

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Recommended prerequisite PLA 1003 .

    This course teaches about offenses against persons, property and habitation, statutory provisions, defenses, parties to the crime and jurisdiction, and all aspects of criminal procedures from probable cause and arrest to all hearings, discovery, trial and habeas corpus.


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  • PLA 2433 - Corporations and Business Organizations

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course offers instructions in all phases and aspects of corporate law and practice, stressing procedures in corporations and organizations; dissolution, merger, rights, liabilities, duties and obligation of stockholders, directors and officers; amendments of Articles of Incorporation; a study of partnerships; and business organizations.


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  • PLA 2600 - Wills, Trusts and Probate Administration

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to offer the legal assistant trainee a general understanding of the techniques and procedures involved in preparation of wills and trusts, estate planning, income, gift and inheritance taxes, probating of estates and estate accounting.


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  • PLA 2612 - Real Estate II: From Contract to Closing

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1610 .

    This course provides the student with hands-on experience in closing a variety of real estate transactions, from the simple residential sale to the complex commercial transaction. Students learn not only legal theory, but also the practical, “nuts and bolts” involved in taking a transaction from contract to closing. Students learn how to carry out advance negotiations and closings, based on current local and federal requirements. Students perform title searches and prepare title commitments, title policies and all necessary closing documents.


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  • PLA 2732 - Law Office Computer Applications

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.S./A.S.)


    Prerequisites: M.O.S. Certification in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, or   with a grade of “C” or better and permission of instructor.

     

    This course introduces the student to the law office technology work environment and contains instruction and practice on computer programs common to law offices. Applications include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, document preparation and billing software. The student learns how to create, edit and merge legal specific documents using Microsoft Word.  The student also learns how to use spreadsheets, billing software, courtroom presentation software and calendaring software, as well as other specialized legal software for law offices. 


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  • PLA 2763 - Law Office Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1003 .

    This course instructs students in the communications skills needed and processes followed in law offices. It reviews legal ethics and how they relate to office functions. Topics include financial management, records and physical facilities of small businesses, particularly law offices, and common business communications involving telephone, correspondence and e-mail usage. Students learn the complexities of obtaining jobs; develop personal and professionally written resumes and cover letters; know and practice the skills of interviewing; and apply the skills of salary negotiations.


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  • PLA 2800 - Introduction to Family Law

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites/corequisites: Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: PLA 1003 . This course is designed to familiarize the student with the fundamental principles and rules relating to family law. It involves a study of marriage relationships, legal problems affecting minor children, dissolution of marriage, custody, adoption, support provisions, separation agreements, property disposition and foreign divorces.


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  • PLA 2930 - Special Topics: Legal Assistant/Paralegal

    (1-3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regularly described courses may not be available.


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  • PLA 2949 - Internship in Paralegal/Legal Assisting

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Fifteen hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected. Prerequisites:  , ,  ,  ,  ,  , and/or permission of instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course is designed to continue training in a student’s academic major through field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and technical project. This course should be taken during the last semester of the student’s selected program.


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  • PLA 2950 - Professional Responsibilities

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to bring students up to date on all phases of knowledge required to take the Certified Legal Assistant Examination. Emphasis is on the current areas tested. The course is upgraded regularly and taught to prepare students for the CLA exam. The course is open to all persons needing preparation in this field.


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Philosophy
  

  • PHI 2001 - Introduction to Philosophy I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course is a historical overview of world philosophy beginning with the Ancient World and ending with the Renaissance.


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  • PHI 2002 - Introduction to Philosophy II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course is a historical overview of world philosophy beginning with the Renaissance and extending through the contemporary period.


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  • PHI 2070 - Introduction to Eastern Philosophy

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: ENC 1101  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements, Humanities Area IV C requirement for A.A., the Gordon Rule requirement and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course surveys the philosophical developments and thoughts of Asia including Hindu/Indian philosophy, Buddhist philosophy, Confucian philosophy and Taoist philosophy. An emphasis is placed on understanding the interaction among these philosophies. Comparison to the Western philosophical ideas are made whenever possible.


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  • PHI 2100 - Logic and Critical Thinking

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This is an integrated consideration of linguistic analysis, fallacy, symbolic logic, inductive logic and questions of causality and probability. The aim of the course is to develop ability in problem solving and decision making.


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  • PHI 2600 - Applied Ethics

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This is a course designed to provide an introductory background to ethics and an in-depth study of the critical skills necessary to an intelligent analysis of contemporary issues. Emphasis will be placed on the systematic generation of options in order to determine choices for resolving dilemmas.


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  • PHI 2620 - Environmental Ethics

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


     

    This course meets Area IV requirements for the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This course presents standard theoretical and practical issues in environmental ethics, such as the question of how to ascribe value to individual life forms and entire ecosystems. It explores the historical roots of environmental problems. Attention is given to issues such as the invasive species problem and water management, which are matters of concern nationally and make particular impact locally. Study and direct field experience of local natural ecosystems is an essential component of the course. Students are responsible to arrange their own transportation to local nature preserves during scheduled class time and pay a very small admission fee to at least one local state park.


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Photography
  

  • PGY 1201C - Studio Lighting Techniques

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    3 Hours studio/lecture per week Prerequisites:  

    Corequisites: This course will provide information pertaining to natural and artificial studio lighting techniques. Studio Lighting Techniques will introduce students to commercial applications for communicating information through the use of electronic strobe lighting and continuous lighting. This course begins with a review of basic lighting principles and a series of solution solving assignments that will introduce control and application of differing styles from past and present techniques. Table - top and portrait studio assignments are emphasized endowing students with the knowledge required for the business of studio photography.

     


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  • PGY 1800C - Digital Imaging I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours studio/lecture per week.

    This course introduces the student to electronic photographic image making through the use of computers and digital technology. Furthermore, this class will introduce the student to digital cameras, digital photographic systems and aesthetics for better composition with a concentration on creative expression. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PGY 1807C - Digital Imaging for Non-majors

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    3 hours lecture per week.

    This course is an introduction to camera operation and image recording. This course will provide students with the basics of camera controls, camera menus, lenses and information on compositional guidelines for increased image effectiveness. Images will be reviewed with slide projection analysis.

     


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  • PGY 1949 - Career Decision Work Experience

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Twelve hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected based on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course reinforces education and professional growth in a student’s academic major through coordinated field experiences. The student, instructor and work site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and work assignments.

     


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  • PGY 2000 - History of Photography

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: ENC 1101  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets the Gordon Rule requirement. This course provides an overview of the history of photography. The course will cover the time period between the inception of photography in 1826 to contemporary photographers such as Hiroshi Sugimoto and Lauren Greenfield. Students will learn through various slide presentations, lectures and assigned readings about the social, scientific and political atmosphere surrounding the photographers and how it shaped their work.


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  • PGY 2101C - Visual Literacy: Photography

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture/studio per week. Prerequisites: ENC 1101  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and the Gordon Rule requirement. This course provides an introduction to practices, theories and histories of photography. Students acquire basic darkroom skills and key elements of contemporary theoretical approaches to visual art.


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  • PGY 2224C - Location Photography

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    3 hours studio/lecture per week. Prerequisites:  

    This course will provide information pertaining to location lighting techniques. Location Photography will introduce students to the creation of photographs recorded outside in the natural world using existing terrestrial architecture and landscapes as background. Commercial applications will take form in the line of communicating information, ideas, and moods pertaining to environmental portraits, and corporate portraiture through the use of lighting techniques outside of the traditional studio. This course includes instruction with camera and portable lighting equipment as well as teaching logistic and planning operations. This course will offer students the opportunity to attain technical and commercial photographic abilities for location style of lighting.


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  • PGY 2401C - Photography I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours studio/lecture per week.

    Basic problems in exposure, composition, lighting, developing and printing are assigned to help the student master black-and-white still photography. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PGY 2404C - Photography II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours studio/lecture per week. Prerequisites: PGY 2401C  or permission of the instructor.

    The second term of photography provides an opportunity for the student to continue work in advanced techniques of camera and darkroom in black-and-white and some exploration of color camera work. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PGY 2405C - Advanced Imaging

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours studio/lecture per week. Prerequisites: A combination of the following three courses: PGY 1800C  and PGY 2801C  or PGY 2401C  and PGY 2404C  with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor.

    The student is provided with the opportunity for continuing creative expression through individually assigned problems in black-and-white, color, non-silver printing and digital imaging techniques. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PGY 2801C - Digital Imaging II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours studio/lecture per week. Prerequisites: PGY 1800C  with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor.

    Digital photography will combine the basic conventional photographic skills with the new technologies taking place with contemporary electronic image recording, editing and printing. Problems in exposure, composition, lighting styles, product reproduction, field building, image-editing software and proper handling of digital and conventional equipment will give the student a thorough understanding for completion of a professional portfolio resulting in an advertising- and media-related field of images. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PGY 2930 - Special Topics in Photography

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals and groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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Physical Education Activity: Objective Centered
  

  • PEL 1341 - Tennis

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Basic knowledge, skills development in the activity of tennis will be presented. (Offered as needed)


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  • PEL 1621 - Basketball Fundamentals

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is an introduction to the history, rules and basic fundamentals of basketball. There is an emphasis on skill, strategies, drills and the development of the philosophy of basketball. (Offered as needed)


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  • PEL 2111 - League Bowling

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Students will acquire the basic knowledge, skills, strategy and values of the sport of league bowling. Fundamental skills taught include grips, proper stance, approach, release and delivery. Additional special fees are required. (Offered as needed) Note(s): See course comments in the schedule.


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  • PEL 2121 - Golf

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Basic knowledge, skill development in the activity of golf will be presented. (Offered as needed)


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  • PEO 1216 - Baseball and Softball Fundamentals

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    The fundamentals of offensive and defensive baseball and softball skills and strategies will be emphasized. (Offered as needed)


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  • PEO 2003 - Sports Officiating

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    A thorough study of the rule books of different sports and techniques of officiating at various sports is provided. Several hours of practical field work in intramural programs or approved situations are required. (Offered as needed)


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Physical Education Activity: Performance Centered
  

  • PEM 1130 - Basic Conditioning and Weight Training

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Basic knowledge, skills and values of basic conditioning, weight training and personal fitness will be presented. Additional special fees are required. Note(s): See course comments in the schedule.


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  • PEM 1171 - Aerobic Fitness

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This activity is designed to strengthen the heart, lungs and vascular system through exercise. (Offered as needed)


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  • PEM 2104 - Principles of Athletic Training

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course will provide the student with an introduction to athletic training which will include history, injury prevention, establishing a program for managing specific injuries and rehabilitation. An emphasis is on protective and preventive taping and injury recognition also will be provided. (Offered as needed)


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  • PEM 2930 - Special Topics: Physical Education

    (1 to 4 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Special, current or seasonal physical activities not covered in other physical education courses are offered. (Offered as needed)


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Physical Education Activity: Water, Snow
  

  • PEN 2251 - Canoeing

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Personal development through canoeing activities is realized. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PEN 2930 - Special Topics: Physical Education Activity: Water, Snow

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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Physical Sciences
  

  • PSC 1121C - Physical Science

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Four hours lecture/laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MAT 0024  or equivalent.

    This course meets Area V of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This is a one-semester course presenting selected topics from all branches of physics, including mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. This course is presented primarily for nonscience majors. Note: Students who have already earned credit in PSC 1121 may not earn credit in PSC 1121C. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PSC 2930 - Special Topics in Physical Science

    (1 to 4 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regularly described courses in physical science may not be available.


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Physical Therapist Assistant
  

  • PHT 1007C - Introduction to Physical Therapy and Patient Care

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours class, six hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program, BSC 2085C , mathematics (from Area II, A.S.), ENC 1101 , and PSY 2012  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Corequisites: PHT 1124C  and completion of or concurrent enrollment in BSC 2086C . This course introduces the student to the history and philosophy of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist assistant. Beginning patient care procedures are discussed. Students will practice professional interpersonal communication and clinical documentation skills. Basic therapeutic modalities, including the use of the tilt table, hydrotherapy and therapeutic massage are introduced. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHT 1007L - Introduction to Physical Therapy Patient Care Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies PHT 1007C .


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  • PHT 1124C - Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology

    (6 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Four hours class, six hours laboratory per week.

    Corequisites: PHT 1007C . This is a course designed to assist the student in applying principles from the biological sciences to the biomechanical principles of human movement. Principles of exercise are introduced and manual muscle testing, goniometric measurement, gait assessment and training are discussed and practiced. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHT 1124L - Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies PHT 1124C .


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