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PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY

Courses are offered that fulfill requirements for those students who are planning to apply for admission to physical therapy schools. Preprofessional counseling for this program is available in the School of Physical Education.

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ASSOCIATE DEGREES

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COURSES:

HEALTH SCIENCE (HSC)

160 Fundamentals of Human Health. (3)
Emphasizes life-style behaviors contributing to health promotion and disease prevention. General areas affecting health status are identified and suggestions made as to how health-related behaviors, self-care, and individual decisions contribute to wellness and influence dimensions of health. No regularly scheduled laboratory.

180 Principles of Community Health. (3)
Introduction to community health including its foundations, the tools of community health such as epidemiology, community organization, disease control, and health promotion. Focuses on the populations, settings, and special issues of community health.

200 Introduction to Health Education. (3) 
Basic philosophy and practice in health education emphasizing work settings and health educator roles.  Early exposure to the literature and organizations that support health education.  Lab experience working with a practitioner.  
Open only to school health education and health science majors and community health minors.

250 Emergency Health Care. (3)
Prevention and emergency procedures of various emergency health problems and injuries, including cardiac and respiratory arrest. First Aid and CPR certifications are offered. 
Not open to students who have credit in PEP 250 or AT 340.

261 Health, Sexuality, and Family Life. (3)
Health aspects of human sexuality and family life with a focus on human reproduction, physiology of sexual response, sexual disorders and dysfunctions, sexually transmitted diseases, promotion of sexual health, and the family's role in sex education.

299X Experimental/Developmental Topics. (3-6)
Topics relevant to the discipline. Course titles will be announced before each semester.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

300 Health Promotion Programming. (5)
Explores the major components of planning, implementing, and evaluation of health promotion programs.
Prerequisite: HSC 180, 200.
Open only to health science majors and minors.

350 Elementary School Health Program. (3) 
School’s role in promoting health and preventing disease among preschool and elementary school children.  Focus on school health program (instruction, services, and environment), community resources, and health problems common to school children.  No regularly scheduled laboratory.  
Prerequisite: sophomore standing.

363 Coordinated School Health Programs: Organization and Issues. (3)
Addresses the processes and issues associated with the planning, implementing, evaluating, and organizing of a coordinated school health program in accordance with national and state guidelines.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing; HSC 290; HSC 261 or 467 or 471 or permission of the department chairperson.

385 Community Health Methods. (4)  
Provides the skills necessary to become effective community health educators including policy development, advocacy, coalition building, grant writing, cultural competency, fund raising, and community health assessment.  
Prerequisite: HSC 180, 200.

387 Quantitative Methods and Epidemiology. (4)
Introduction to practical applications of quantitative methods in health science. Uses of health statistics and epidemiology are explored. Weekly one-hour laboratory period emphasizes data manipulation using advanced technology.
Prerequisite: HSC 180 (waived for nonmajors with a minor in environmental health); MATHS 108 or higher.

389 Insects and Your Health. (3)
A survey of diseases caused or transmitted by insects and other arthropods. Emphasizes the recognition of medically important arthropods and their biology and control.  A weekly 3-hour laboratory provides an opportunity to collect and study live and preserved arthropod specimens.

390 Honors Colloquium in Health Science. (1-4)
Exploration of selected current issues in health science with an emphasis upon individualized study, reporting, and discussion. Restricted to honors students.
A total of 4 hours of credit may be earned.

394 Health Communication. (3)
Contemporary health communication issues, including communication strategies, models, and theories, to enhance delivery of health education programs in various settings. Micro-level (interpersonal interactions with other people) and macro-level (organizational and mass media) applications emphasized.
Prerequisite: HSC 300 or permission of the instructor.

395 Methods, Materials, and Curriculum for Teaching Health Education. (3) 
Application of the roles of the health teacher in a school setting.  Functions considered include needs assessment, program planning, direct instruction, evaluation, and curriculum development.  
Prerequisite: HSC 363; completion of decision point 2.

398 Workshop in Health Science. (1-6)
Critical contemporary issues in health science. May include consultants, guest lecturers, field trips, and group activities.
Prerequisite: permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

462 Health Promotion in the Worksite. (3) 
Explores the major components of planning, implementing, and evaluation of health promotion programs.
Prerequisite: HSC 300 or EXSCI 301 or permission of the instructor.

464 Health Education in the Clinical Setting. (3)
Theories of client education and application of the education process to individuals and groups in health-care settings. Emphasis on the multidisciplinary team concept in planning, implementing, and evaluating client education. Application of knowledge of growth and development in meeting learning needs of clients.
Prerequisite: HSC 300 or permission of the instructor.

465 Alcohol Problems. (3)
A study of alcohol as a mood modifier; its use, nonuse, and abuse in drinking societies. Critical and controversial issues relevant to alcohol ingestion will be explored for medical, economic, legal, educational, historical, physiological, and public health implications.

467 Drug Dependency and Abuse. (3)
Analyzes the medical, psychological, sociological, and legal dimensions of drug use in the United States. Examines the incidence and prevalence of drug abuse together with the roles played by the school and community in dealing with this health problem.

468 Consumer Health Issues. (3)
Health services and consumer protection organizations. Analysis of fraudulent health practices and nostrums, available health care systems, and health products.

469 Health and Aging. (3)
Dynamics of later life and the aging process with specific emphasis on health. The physiological and behavioral dimensions of the aging process will be analyzed and discussed.

471 Death and Dying. (3)
Analyzes the relationship between death and health with emphasis on the physiological, medical, psychological, legal, and consumer aspects of dying in contemporary America. Investigates problems that relate to the meaning of death, care for the dying, death ritual, bereavement, and death education.
Prerequisite: HSC 160 or permission of the department chairperson.

472 Women and Health. (3)
General overview of issues related to women and health: health needs of working women, special nutritional concerns, the gynecological exam, reproductive anatomy and physiology, fertility and infertility, breast problems, wife abuse, and rape.

479 Practical Experience. (3-9)
Non-paid intensive, full-time internship in an approved program under departmental supervision. Students may not take additional courses during the internship experience without prior approval from the internship coordinator. Prerequisite: admission to internship program.
A total of 6 hours of credit is earned in the health science major; 3 hours in a minor.

480 Professional Experience. (3-9)
Paid intensive, full-time internship in an approved program under departmental supervision. Students may not take additional courses during the internship experience without prior approval from the internship coordinator.
Prerequisite: admission to internship program.
A total of 6 hours of credit is earned in the health science major; 3 hours in a minor.

481 Stress Management. (3)  
Aids in understanding the physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of stress. Students will increase their awareness of the effects of stress, identify personal stress triggers, and develop strategies to minimizing stress throughout their daily lives.

482 Environmental Health. (3)
Physical environment and its relationship to disease causation. Review of environmental health problems and their solutions. Areas of study include air and water pollution, food sanitation, disposal of human excreta and waste, radiation and occupational health problems, and risk.

498 Special Studies in Health Science. (1-6)
Designed to give undergraduate health science students who exhibit special aptitude and interest an opportunity to pursue special lines of scientific investigation on an individual basis. Experimental work, wide reading, and development of research techniques or skills.
Prerequisite: permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned. 

499 Senior Seminar in Health Science. (1) 
A culminating experience which includes assessment of the major, examination of portfolio artifacts, and pre-employment preparation.  
Prerequisite: HSC 385, 396; senior standing.  
Open only to health science majors.

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ANATOMY (ANAT)

201 Fundamentals of Human Anatomy. (3)
Basic study of human anatomy. Emphasizes gross and functional anatomy but also includes microscopic study of selected tissues and organs. Two lectures and one two-hour laboratory period weekly.

299X Experimental/Developmental Topics. (3-6)
Topics relevant to the discipline. Course titles will be announced before each semester.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

490 Special Studies in Anatomy. (1-3) 
Designed to give undergraduate anatomy students who exhibit special aptitude and interest an opportunity to pursue special lines of scientific investigation on an individual basis.  Experimental work, wide reading, and development of research techniques or skills.  
Prerequisite: permission of the department chairperson.  
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.

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PHYSIOLOGY (PHYSL)

210 Human Physiology 1. (3)  
Study of cell physiology and nervous, muscular, and circulatory systems in humans. Group experimentation with recording apparatus. Includes use of animals or animal tissue.  
Prerequisite: course in biology or permission of the department chairperson.  
Prerequisite recommended: an anatomy course and a chemistry course.

211 Human Physiology 2. (3)  
Continuation of PHYSL 210, including study of the respiratory, urinary, digestive, immune, and endocrine system in humans. Body fluid balance, acid-base balance, and temperature regulation are also covered. Group experimentation with recording apparatus.  Includes use of animals or animal tissue.  
Prerequisite: PHYSL 210.

299X Experimental/Developmental Topics. (3-6)
Topics relevant to the discipline. Course titles will be announced before each semester.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

411 Endocrinology. (3)
Endocrine functions in humans and mammals with special emphasis on mechanisms. Normal hormone regulation and pathophysiological principles. Laboratory experience with small-mammal surgery and endocrine testing. One three-hour laboratory period weekly.
Prerequisite: ANAT 201; PHYSL 210, 211; one year of general chemistry.

413 Renal Physiology. (3)
A detailed study of the urinary system and excretory functions. Emphasizes human physiology but also includes comparative vertebrate systems. Laboratory study includes gross, microscopic anatomy, and small mammal surgery. One three-hour laboratory a week.
Prerequisite: one course each in inorganic chemistry, anatomy, and physiology.

414 Cardiovascular Physiology. (3)
A study of the dynamics of the human cardiovascular system, stressing applications of basic physical principles and the operation of physical regulatory systems. Includes seminar-style discussion of recent literature.
Prerequisite: one course in physiology and one course in physics.

415 Physiology of Aging. (3)
Study of how physiological systems change with age and the mechanisms that are thought to cause these changes. Disorders and diseases of aging will also be covered.
Prerequisite: one course each in inorganic chemistry and physiology.

420 Neuroscience. (3)
Introductory study of the organization and function of the nervous system. Emphasizes integration of the structure and function of the nervous system.
Prerequisite: one year of chemistry; one year of biology or physiology.

435 Pathophysiology. (3)
The physiologic pathology of selected disease processes and dysfunctions. The pathogenesis of certain derangements with broad applicability. Underlying chemical, biological, and physical mechanisms will be studied. Laboratory experience will include demonstrations, specimen study, and visitations. One three-hour laboratory period weekly.
Prerequisite: a course in anatomy, physiology, and chemistry.

485 Research Techniques in Physiology. (3)
Introduction to experimental design, laboratory techniques, and data analysis and interpretation in anatomy and physiology. Laboratory will include methods employing animal preparations, modern cellular/molecular techniques, and general histological procedures. Introduction to computer data acquisition and analysis.
Prerequisite: one course in physiology or permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite recommended: CHEM 360 or 463.

490 Special Studies in Physiology. (1-3)
Designed to give undergraduate physiology students who exhibit special aptitude and interest an opportunity to pursue special lines of scientific investigation on an individual basis. Experimental work, wide reading, and development of research techniques or skills.
Prerequisite: permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.

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ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCE (AHSC)

252 Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation Lab. (2)
A weekly laboratory for nuclear medicine technology students enrolled in AHSC 251.
Parallel: AHSC 251.
Open only to nuclear medicine technology students.

254 Directed Research in Nuclear Medicine. (3)
Designed to offer academic credit for the completion of a scientific project.
Parallel: AHSC 243.
Open only to nuclear medicine technology students.

286 Oncologic Pathology 2. (3)
Didactic experience studying the principles of clinical oncology, anatomy, and malignancies. Learning experiences on the etiology, treatment, and prognosis of cancer.
Prerequisite: AHSC 283.
Open only to radiation therapy students.

298 Special Studies in Allied Health Science. (1-3)  Designed to give associate degree students enrolled in one of the allied health programs, who exhibit special aptitude and interest, an opportunity to individually pursue special lines of scientific investigation. Experimental work, wide reading, and development of research techniques or skills.  Prerequisite: permission of the program director.  
A total of 3 hours of credit may be earned.

299X Experimental/Developmental Topics. (3-6)
Topics relevant to the discipline. Course titles will be announced before each semester.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

303 Introduction to Human Diseases for Respiratory Therapists. (2) 
Gives respiratory therapy students a general introduction to a broad variety of human diseases.  Etiology, diagnosis, and treatment will be discussed.  
Prerequisite: PHYSL 211.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

311 Cardiorespiratory Physiology. (3) 
Focuses on the normal anatomy and physiology of the cardiorespiratory system, including lung mechanics, ventilation, perfusion, diffusion, gas transport, and acid-base balance.  
Prerequisite: PHYSL 211.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

315 Cardiorespiratory Assessment and Patient
Care. (3)  
Basic cardiorespiratory assessment, vital signs, laboratory studies, and charting.  Includes required preclinical skills and practice.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

325 General Respiratory Care. (4) 
Focuses on basic respiratory therapy procedures.  Physiologic applications, effects on the cardiopulmonary system, and hazards for each therapeutic procedure are discussed.  Topics include physical principles, airway care, humidity and aerosol therapy, medical gas therapy, hyperinflation therapy, and chest physical therapy.  Prerequisite: PHYCS 110.  
Parallel: AHSC 326. 
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

326 Respiratory Care Techniques 1. (2) 
Focuses on the most important clinical laboratory procedures and on procedures used by the respiratory therapist.  Specifically, instructs in patient assessment, oxygen administration, humidity and aerosol therapy, chest physical therapy, hyperinflation therapy, and monitoring expired gases.  
Parallel: AHSC 325.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

333 Cardiorespiratory Pharmacology 1. (2) 
Provides an overview of the basics of pharmacologic therapeutics, focusing on dosages and solutions and bronchodilator drugs.  Indications, side effects, mechanism of action, and route of administration are discussed.  Prerequisite: CHEM 101; BIO 113.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

350 Cardiorespiratory Diseases. (3) 
Outlines general cardiorespiratory diseases of the adult, including acute and chronic disorders.  Respiratory therapeutics applied to these disorders are discussed.  Prerequisite: AHSC 311.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

355 Life Support. (3) 
Includes artificial airways, monitoring, supportive therapy, principles of ventilatory care and maintenance, as well as physiologic effects and complications of airway pressure therapy.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 325.  
Parallel: AHSC 356.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

356 Respiratory Care Techniques 2. (2) 
Focuses on the most important clinical laboratory procedures and equipment used by the respiratory therapist to support critically ill patients.  Specifically, instructs in mechanical ventilators, pressure and heart rate monitors, pulmonary mechanics devices, and arterial blood gas sampling.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 325, 326.  
Parallel: AHSC 355.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

371 Pulmonary Diagnostics. (3) 
Outlines and discusses both normal and abnormal lung volumes and capacities, mechanics of ventilation, inspiratory and expiratory flows, and diffusion of the lung.  Additionally, specialty diagnostic techniques such as x-rays, bronchoscopy, ventilation/perfusion scans, and exercise testing are overviewed.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 355.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

385 Respiratory Care Practicum 1. (3) 
Applies cardiopulmonary assessment techniques, information gathering, and communications skills in providing general respiratory care in the clinical setting, including medical gas, humidity and aerosol therapy delivery, and treatment modalities.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 325, 326.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

395 Respiratory Care Practicum 2. (4) 
Introduces variations in oxygen delivery and basic mechanical ventilation. Treatment modalities and hemodynamic monitoring on mechanically ventilated patients will be integrated.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 385.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

405 Neonatal - Pediatric Respiratory Care. (3) 
Outlines fetal physiology, cardiorespiratory transition, and respiratory management of neonatal pathologies, including respiratory distress syndrome.  Cardiorespiratory techniques for the pediatric patient as well as pediatric trauma and transport are reviewed.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 315, 325.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

420 Introduction to Research in Respiratory Care. (2) 
Examines research in respiratory care and applies basic statistics and concepts of research design.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 350.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

430 Management and Leadership for Respiratory Care. (3) 
Specific theory and practice applied to directing and managing a respiratory therapy department, including the managerial functions of budgeting, controlling, organization, planning, staffing, and coordinating.  Leadership and skills pertinent to these functions as well as effective communication and professionalism are included.  Prerequisite: AHSC 355.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

440 Advanced Cardiac Life Support. (2) 
Introduces the didactic and technical skills needed for successful completion of the advanced cardiac life support proficiencies set forth by the American Heart Association.  Prerequisite: AHSC 395.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

444 Cardiorespiratory Pharmacology 2. (2) 
An overview of pharmacologic agents and their effects on the various body systems.  Drug effects on the respiratory, circulatory, and nervous systems are emphasized.  Prerequisite: AHSC 333.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

445 Seminar in Cardiorespiratory Care. (3) 
Specialty and expanded practice areas of emphasis for respiratory care presented in a seminar format.  Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, judgment skills, and communication abilities.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 456.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

451 Cardiorespiratory Monitoring and Special Techniques. (3) 
Reviews electrocardiograms, intracranial pressure monitoring, capnography, and pulmonary artery monitoring techniques.  Case studies emphasizing these special procedures are presented.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 385.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

456 Respiratory Care Practicum 3. (6) 
Allows students to provide advanced patient assessment techniques, information gathering skills, and communication and leadership skills in the neonatal/pediatric and adult critical care clinical settings.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 395.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

461 Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Geriatrics. (3) 
Gives an overview of rehabilitation therapies and techniques applicable to chronic lung disease, as well as respiratory home care.  Basic concepts of gerontology and geriatrics are presented.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 385.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

480 Patient Education Techniques for Respiratory Therapists. (3) 
Education techniques for patients and families dealing with chronic respiratory disease.  Topics include asthma, COPD, and smoking cessation education.  Assessment of learning readiness, reading levels, and patient comprehension will be addressed.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 461.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

485 Respiratory Care Practicum 4. (6) 
Students will manage patients in critical care settings with emphasis on cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring.  Participation in pulmonary rehabilitation, homecare, advanced life support, pulmonary function, polysomnography, and other clinical specialties.  
Prerequisite: AHSC 456.  
Open only to respiratory therapy students.

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