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2017-18 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Course offerings are subject to change.
The courses in this section are grouped by subjects that are listed alphabetically. Within each subject group, the courses are listed in numerical order, the lowest first and the highest last.
Courses with numbers 099 and below are noncredit courses. Courses with numbers in the 100-199 range are considered first-year courses. Courses numbered 200 or higher are considered second-year courses.
The semester in which a course is generally offered is indicated by the codes: Fa = Fall, O = Occasional, Sp = Spring and Su = Summer. Students and their advisors may use these designations in determining course selection for any particular semester.
Electives - Within an academic program, courses are either required or elective. Elective courses fall into broad subject areas of study in the liberal arts and sciences. These broad subject areas are the humanities, the natural sciences and the social sciences. Courses may also be business electives or may be undesignated.
General Education Requirements - In addition, all degree programs have specific general education requirements. General education requirements assure that students have exposure to a range of courses in specific areas of the curriculum. The general education requirements are grouped into six modes. The general education modes and courses can be found in the catalog here .
When choosing courses, it is important to choose the type of elective or general education mode specified within the program of study. Students should seek the advice of a academic counselor or faculty member when choosing courses.
A complete list of courses being offered is available online at http://my.commnet.edu. A list of current Continuing Education courses is available online as well. Course offerings are subject to change. |
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Philosophy |
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PHL* 115: Business Ethics 3 Credits
(Formerly PHL 115)
This course will examine the full extent of the relationship between business and ethics: The philosophical foundation for capitalism will be examined as will the application of ethical values and principles to employee/employer interactions.
Prerequisites: Students are strongly urged to take PHL* 101 or the equivalent; or any 100 or 200 level English course to prepare for this course.
Offered: Occasionally
Cross listed as: BBG* 240
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PHL* 131: Logic 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 205)
Logic is the study of sound reasoning, Areas of concern include practical logic, deduction, induction, and symbolic logic. Focus is upon the application of logical distinctions to rational argument, fallacies, definition, and generally to scientific method. Recommended for all students.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHL* 151: World Religions 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 207)
Survey of the major religions of the world: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism, with emphasis on essential doctrines and practices. A review of contemporary cults and sects.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHL* 153: Buddhist Philosophy 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 227)
An examination of the predominant philosophical themes in divergent traditions of Buddhism. Some topics to be covered are metaphysics, ethics, aesthetic concepts, and the Buddhist values for confronting contemporary problems. Recommended for all students.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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PHL* 163: Chinese Philosophy 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 211)
An inquiry into the concept of order and harmony in Chinese philosophy. Readings in English translation will include both primary texts and contemporary analyses of materials from Confucianism, Taoism, and other Chinese philosophic schools. Recommended for all students.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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PHL* 197: Philosophy of Sports 3 Credits
This is an advanced philosophy course designed to illustrate the point that philosophical reflection is present in our daily experiences, which we may consider nonintellectual. This course will take up the related themes of sports, athletics, and play, in order to show that an adequate understanding of them requires philosophical understanding. Topics will include the social significance of sports, ethical issues in sports, sports and race, mind and body in sports, sports and aesthetics, gender in sports. Advanced reading and writing skills will help to succeed in this course. Taking a lower level philosophy course or ENG* 101 would be helpful before taking this course.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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PHL* 201: Reading Plato’s Republic 3 Credits
This course is an upper level course and designed to help students read original philosophic literature. In this course, students will explore Plato’s Republic, which is the first, and arguably the most influential, work in the history of Western political philosophy.
Prerequisites: Any 100-level philosophy course or ENG* 101 .
Offered: Spring
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PHL* 211: Reading Aristotle: The Ethics of Happiness 3 Credits
This is an advanced philosophy course prepared for students proficient in reading and writing. The course focuses on the study of views of Aristotle about mortality by means of a careful reading of his Niomachean Ethics. The goal of the course is to present his ideas clearly and to suggest ways in which the thought of a philosopher from so long ago still bears tremendous relevance for our own age.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Spring
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Physics |
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PHY* 105: Radiologic Physics 3 Credits
Content is designed to establish a basic knowledge of physics pertinent to developing an understanding of radiations used in the clinical setting. Fundamental physical units, measurements, principles, atomic structure and types of radiation are emphasized. Also presented are the fundamentals of x-ray generating equipment, x-ray production and its interaction with matter.
Prerequisites: Acceptance in the Radiologic Science program.
Offered: Fall
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PHY* 110: Introductory Physics 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 110)
An introductory course in the physics of motion, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism, light, optics and the theory of the atom. Intended for non-science majors. A process oriented laboratory approach emphasizing exploration and problem solving. This course is intended for students who need only one semester of physics. Students with credit for high school physics should elect PHY* 121 or PHY* 221 . Scientific calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Completion of MAT* 095 with a C or higher, or math placement test. Students who have taken a higher level physics course will not receive credit for this course.
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Physical & Natural Sciences
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PHY* 121: General Physics I 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 121)
Basic concepts of mechanics and heat, including forces, work and energy, conservation laws, physics of fluids, temperature, heat transfer and the laws of thermodynamics. Students who need only one semester of physics should elect PHY* 110 . A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Completion of MAT* 185 or MAT* 186 with a C or higher. Students who have taken a higher level physics course will not receive credit for this course.
Offered: Fall
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Physical & Natural Sciences
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PHY* 122: General Physics II 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 122)
Basic concepts of electricity, magnetism and wave motion, including electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, wave properties of light and optics. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Completion of PHY* 121 with a C or higher. Students who have taken a higher level physics course will not receive credit for this course.
Offered: Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Physical & Natural Sciences
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PHY* 221: Calculus-Based Physics I 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 131)
A study of Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics intended for physics, chemistry, engineering and math transfer students. Topics include particle and rigid body dynamics, work, momentum and energy conservation, gravitation, fluids, heat, and the laws of thermodynamics. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator or its equivalent is required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MAT* 254 with a ‘C’ or better and PHY* 110 with a grade of ‘C’ or better (or successful completion of one year of high school physics).
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHY* 222: Calculus-Based Physics II 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 132)
A study of electricity, magnetism, waves, and optics intended for physics, chemistry, engineering and math transfer students. Topics include Coulomb’s Law, electric and magnetic fields, Gauss’ Law, electric potential, capacitance, Ohm’s Law, dc and ac circuits, induced emf; inductance, simple harmonic motion, wave properties for sound and light, and geometrical optics. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator or its equivalent is required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of PHY* 221 and MAT* 256 with a ‘C’ or better
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHY* 223: Calculus-Based Physics III 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 133)
Intended for physics, engineering and math transfer majors. Principles of quantum radiation and modern physics, including electromagnetic waves, relativistic mechanics, and quantized radiation are studied. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: PHY* 222 with a ‘C’ or better and MAT* 268 (may be taken concurrently)
Offered: Occasionally
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Political Science |
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POL* 101: Introduction to Political Science 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 101)
The study of politics through the identification of great political issues that are analyzed from historical and philosophical viewpoints.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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POL* 102: Introduction to Comparative Politics 3 Credits
This course focuses on the governments and peoples of the major regions of the world: Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. It examines global variations in governing structures due to historic, cultural, religious, economic, and other causes. Issues of Third World democratization, economic globalization, Islam and democracy’s “clash of civilizations,” authoritarian states, and other timely issues will be subjects of class discussions and course papers.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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POL* 103: Introduction to International Relations 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 102)
An examination of the international community, emphasizing theory and practice in international politics.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Spring
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POL* 111: American Government 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 111)
A study of the American political system at the national level, with emphasis on political dynamics and public policy.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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POL* 112: State and Local Government 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 112)
The forms, functions, processes and problems of state and local government in the United States, with special emphasis on Connecticut state government.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Science
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POL* 120: Introduction to Law 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 120)
This course serves as an introduction to the study of law with an overview of fundamental concepts and principles of our legal system. A variety of legal topics, terminology, and areas of law are discussed in order to assist students in acquiring an appreciation of the dynamic role of law in our changing society. Students are introduced to the roles of legal professionals, including paralegals. Legal reasoning, legal ethics, and legal research methods are also presented.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 or permission of instructor.
Offered: Fall,Spring
Cross listed as: LGL* 101
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POL* 212: Constitutional Law and Civil Rights 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 212)
An examination of the United States Constitution as it applies to police power and landmark decisions of the United States Supreme Court interpreting and defining police power.
Prerequisites: POL* 111 or POL* 112 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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POL* 293: Connecticut Legislative Internship 6 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 280)
Spring semester only. Students must apply in October. Selected students will spend two days per week interning at the State Capitol. Interns will be prepared to perform the following services for legislators: bill analysis and tracking, spot research, drafting news releases, and constituent casework.
Prerequisites: POL* 111 or POL* 112 .
Offered: Spring
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Psychology |
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PSY* 107: Pathways to Personal Growth 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is twofold: it is to help students develop a deeper understanding of themselves, of others, and of human life in general and to promote change and personal growth. Students will be introduced to a number of psychological tools and principles and will learn how to apply them to their own lives in such a way as to promote understanding, insight, and change. In addition to this, students will have the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of others and of their perspectives and ways of being.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PSY* 111: General Psychology I 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the discipline of psychology and to the evolving body of knowledge that has been produced by this discipline. The course surveys basic topic areas within psychology including psychology’s history and scientific origins, current research and measurement techniques, the physiological correlates of experience and behavior, human development, learning, memory, intelligence, and personality.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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PSY* 112: General Psychology II 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 112)
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the discipline of psychology and to the evolving body of knowledge produced by this discipline. This course continues the exploration of the basic areas of study within the field of psychology begun in General Psychology I. Topics include sensation, perception, consciousness, motivation, emotion, language, cognition, social psychology, stress and health, psychological disorders, and treatment of psychological disorders.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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PSY* 118: Psychology Today: The profession and science of psychology 3 Credits
What do psychologists do and how do they do it? This course explores academic, professional, research, and ethical aspects of the field of psychology. The course will help students to develop critical thinking, information literacy, and writing skills as they learn to apply the scientific method to the study of human behavior and thought.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Occasionally
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Science
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PSY* 125: Psychology of Aging and Mental Health 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 125)
The course will offer a realistic portrait of the personal experiences of late life and highlight the mental health issues that confront human beings as they age.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 163: Children with Disabilities 3 Credits
This course is a general introduction to exceptional learners, their families, and their education. The course includes discussion of the psychological, medical, and sociological aspects of exceptional learners and their relationship to family, community, and especially the educational system. The course emphasis is on the inclusion of exceptional learners within family, community, and school. This course focuses on all exceptional learners, including gifted and/or talented students.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PSY* 164: Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities (K-12) 1 Credits
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of Assistive Technology for learners with disabilities. Assistive Technology can be utilized to promote participation in the least restrictive educational environment and provide students with access to and maximum participation in the mainstream educational curriculum.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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PSY* 173: Adults with Disabilities 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 173)
This course is a general introduction to adults with disabilities and the issues faced by them in current American society. The emphasis is on issues relating to full inclusion in neighborhoods, community associations, workplaces and leisure-recreation experiences. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its powerful implications for full community inclusion by men and women with disabilities will be examined.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for or concurrently enrolled in ENG* 096 .
Offered: Spring
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PSY* 174: Assistive Technology for Adults in the Workplace, Home and Community. 1 Credits
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of Assistive Technology by adults in the workplace, at home and in the community. Activities in which assistive technology can be used to facilitate independence will be addressed. Finding the resources necessary to acquire needed assistive technology will also be a focus of this course.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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PSY* 183: Learning Process and Disabilities 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 183)
This course explores various learning theories, especially behavior modification, as they relate to children and adults with disabilities. Included will be an introduction to the biological aspects of the brain and learning. Ethical questions regarding the application of certain learning theories will be examined.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall
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PSY* 184: Assistive Technology Across the Lifespan 3 Credits
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of assistive technology for people with disabilities. This course will further address assistive technology for people with physical, sensory, mental health, intellectual, learning and developmental disabilities and how assistive technology can promote independence and empowerment. In addition, this course will focus on the evolution of assistive technology and how it is utilized across the lifespan in a variety of settings. Settings include: the classroom, the community, the workplace, at home and in social and community environments.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 193: Issues/Trends in Disabilities 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 193)
This course will examine current legal, ethical, community, family and personal support issues affecting children and adults with disabilities and their families. Through the study of literature, newsletters and media accounts and by listening to the leaders and advocates of today, students will more fully understand the challenges and opportunities of people with disabilities.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for or concurrently enrolled in ENG* 096 .
Offered: Spring
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PSY* 201: Life Span Development 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 124)
A survey of physical, cognitive, social and emotional changes as they are influenced by heredity and environment from conception to death. Class: 3 hours per week
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PSY* 203: Child Development 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 234)
An evaluation of current issues, theories, and research in the area of child development. This study of physical, cognitive and socioemotional development includes: genetics, development of self, language, play, learning, intelligence, personality, and social interactions from conception through age twelve.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Summer
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PSY* 206: Adolescent & Adult Development 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 244)
An exploration of current problems, theories and research in adolescent and adult development. A basic exploration of physical, cognitive, and socioemotional changes and the psychological dynamics which accompany them including adjustments, changing roles, and social relationships.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PSY* 210: Death and Dying 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 117)
Examines the processes of death, dying and grieving. Death and loss as they relate to major developmental life tasks are also studied, including the effect of death and loss upon survivors. Both Eastern and Western perspectives are considered.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PSY* 211: Psychology of Women 3 Credits
This course studies a variety of psychological issues and theories as they apply to women. Traditional psychological overviews give insufficient attention to or emphasis on topics critical to a psychological depiction of women. This course attempts to correct this imbalance. Topics include how women develop psychologically; how they form values and direct their behavior, including sexual behaviors; women’s anatomy; women and work and their reaction to stress; and women and substance abuse.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 212: Health Psychology 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 200)
The psychological factors that promote health and enhance resistance to disease or place people at risk for disease are explored. Emphasis is placed upon those psychological factors which can prevent or reverse illness and sustain or recapture health.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 093 or concurrently taking ENG* 096 .
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 217: Psychology of Criminal Behavior 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 232)
An overview on the psychological understanding of crime and the criminal. It will provide an analysis of individual differences in various criminal activities with a focus on a conceptual and practical understanding of the predictors of individual behavior.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
Cross listed as: CJS* 272
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PSY* 220: Educational Psychology 3 Credits
Educational psychology encompasses the nature of learning, development, motivation, diversity and assessment. The major areas of emphasis for this course include the development of educational research as a science; developmental psychology’s impact on education; effective teaching techniques and strategies; behavior management and discipline; tests and measurements. Intelligence, achievement, exceptionality, and diversity will be discussed.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 221: Data Analysis in Psychology 4 Credits
Psychological research enables psychologists to describe, predict, and explain human behavior and thought. Such research often relies on the analysis of quantitative data. In this course, you will learn how to describe, analyze, interpret, and report psychological data. Course content includes coverage of both descriptive and inferential analytic procedures. Specific topics include graphical representations of data, measures of central tendency and variability, sampling, hypothesis testing, effect size estimates, confidence intervals, correlation and regression, t-tests, analysis of variance, and non-parametric tests. Students will gain practical experience in writing reports of research according to the standard conventions of the American Psychological Association and in the use of data analysis software commonly employed by research psychologists.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 , and C- or better in MAT* 109 or MAT* 138 or MAT* 139 or eligibility for class higher than MAT*138
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 222: Quantitative Research Methods in Psychology 3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to psychological research, with a focus on developing the skills required to conduct responsible and valid research. Topics include conducting library research, developing hypotheses, measuring variables, research ethics, research design, data collection and analysis, interpretation of results, evaluating research, and writing research reports. Students will gain practical experience in the design and implementation of research by planning and conducting independent research projects, analyzing data using software commonly employed by research psychologists, and writing reports of research according to the standard conventions of the American Psychological Association.
Prerequisites: C- or better in PSY* 221
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 240: Social Psychology 3 Credits
A survey of theory and research in social psychology, including the topics of conformity, obedience, attitudes and persuasion, group dynamics, the self, forming impressions and explaining behavior, altruism, aggression, romantic attraction, prejudice, and social conflict.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 243: Theories of Personality 3 Credits
What did Freud really say about human personality? How is your personality influenced by your genes, your experiences, and the fear of your own mortality? Can personality change? This course will survey personality theory, research and assessment within both historical and current perspectives, including psychodynamic, humanistic, trait, biological, and social-cognitive approaches to personality.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 245: Abnormal Psychology 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the phenomenon of psychopathology and to the field of abnormal psychology which attempts to understand and treat it in its many forms. The course will provide students with a basic understanding of this field and survey a number of the more common psychological disorders that have been explored within it such as clinical depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment will also be addressed.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PSY* 247: Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 240)
A survey of the psychological factors that influence the individual in the work setting. Includes employee attitudes, motivation, group dynamics, decision making, leadership, assessment and training as an introduction to human resource management.
Prerequisites: Completion of ENG* 101 with C- or better
Offered: Fall,Spring
Cross listed as: BMG* 210
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Interdisciplinary Studies
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PSY* 255: The Psychology of Prejudice 3 Credits
This course explores stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination from a psychological perspective. We will examine the various ways in which psychologists study stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination as well as the psychological causes, correlates, and consequences of these phenomena.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 273: Introduction to Neuropsychology 3 Credits
Introduction to Neuropsychology is an introduction to the neural foundations for behavior. Topics include how a Neuroscientist studies the brain and nervous system, the organization of the brain and nervous system, the major brain circuits and brain functions, and some major brain diseases and disorders. This course will also discuss how these disorders are related to behaviors and mental health disorders.
Prerequisites: Completion of PSY* 111 with a C- or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 280: The Psychology of Social Influence 3 Credits
Social influence refers to the processes by which a person or group changes or attempts to change the opinions, beliefs, and/or behaviors of another person or group. This course will explore selected topics related to social influence from a social psychological perspective. Topics to be addressed include attitude measurement, conformity, compliance, obedience, propaganda, cults, subliminal persuasion, and the use and abuse of persuasion. Designed as a seminar, the emphasis of the course is on reading, discussion, critical thinking, and the application of course material to real world phenomena.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 285: Positive Psychology 3 Credits
Positive psychology is the scientific study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. This course will explore psychological strengths and optimal functioning, including (1) positive subjective states such as happiness; (2) positive individual traits such as wisdom and resilience; and (3) positive institutions such as healthy families, work environments, and communities.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with C- or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 288: Psychology of Creativity 3 Credits
Drawing in part on the book The Artist’s Way, this course will introduce students to a number of principles and practices that will serve to deepen their understanding of and appreciation for the creative process. In addition, it will assist them in identifying and developing creative goals and ambitions as well as healthy and productive creative practices, practices that will allow them to move past obstacles to creative expression and toward more creative lives.
Prerequisites: PSY* 107 or PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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Quality Assurance |
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QUA* 110: Measurement and Measurement Systems 3 Credits
(Formerly QA 110)
An introductory course in the techniques of making successful measurements for dimensions, pressures, temperatures and other manufacturing process variables. The design and use of automated measuring and test equipment will be discussed. Methods for establishing controls for preparation and use of inspection gaging will be discussed.
Prerequisites: EGR* 112 .
Offered: Occasionally
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QUA* 200: Coordinate Measuring Machine Programming 3 Credits
A comprehensive course in programming a Hexagon Metrology Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) using the PC-DMIS software. Students will be using their previously gained knowledge of blueprints and inspection and apply them to the PC-DIMS-based programming of CMM. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will receive a MCC Certificate in CMM Programming.
Prerequisites: Graduate of CAM program (with grades of B or better in MFG* 205 and MFG* 239 ) or Permission of Instructor (i.e. Incumbent workers; prior experience, etc.)
Offered: Spring,Fall
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QUA* 233: Statistical Process Improvement 3 Credits
(Formerly QA 150)
A course in various statistical methods and their applications in industry. Course concentration will deal with the use of statistical logic and methods to aid in the solution of quality, production and engineering type problems.
Prerequisites: MFG* 230
Offered: Occasionally
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Radiation Therapy |
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RDT* 103: Foundations of Radiation Therapy 1 Credits
Content is designed to provide student with an overview of the foundations in radiation therapy and the practitioner’s role in the health care delivery system. Principles, practices and policies of the educational program, principles of radiation and health safety and professional responsibilities of the radiation therapist will be discussed and examined.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic Science Program/Radiation Therapy
Offered: Fall, Spring
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RDT* 114: Principles and Practices of Radiation Therapy I 4 Credits
Content is designed to provide an overview of radiation therapy. The roles and responsibilities of the radiation therapist will be discussed. Instruction in treatment prescription, techniques and delivery will be provided.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into Radiology Program
Offered: Fall
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RDT* 115: Principles and Practices of Radiation Therapy II 4 Credits
Content is designed to provide the student with the techniques to deliver Radiation Therapy treatments. Course will include psychological and physical needs and factors affecting treatment outcome, theories and principles of tolerance dose, time-dose relationships, fractionation schemes. Also included is a knowledge base in factors that govern and influence the production and recording of radiographic images for patient simulation, treatment planning and treatment verification in radiation oncology.
Prerequisites: RDT* 114
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 116: Treatment Planning I 3 Credits
Content is designed to establish factors that influence and govern clinical planning of patient treatment. This encompasses isodose descriptions, patient contouring, radiobiologic considerations, dosimetric calculations, compensation and clinical application of treatment beams. Optimal treatment planning is emphasized along with particle beams. Stereotactic and emerging technologies are presented.
Prerequisites: RDT* 103
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 117: Treatment Planning II 3 Credits
Content is designed to establish factors that influence and govern clinical planning of patient treatment as a continuation of those topics in Treatment Planning I. This encompasses a review of treatment beams, evaluation of dose distributions, optimal treatment planning considerations, evaluation and assessment, including adaptive treatment planning.
Prerequisites: RDT* 116
Offered: Summer
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RDT* 133: Clinical Practice I 1 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving introduction of the student to radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Prerequisites: Admission into the program.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic Science Program/Radiation Therapy
Offered: Fall
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RDT* 134: Clinical Practice II 1 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for general radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students will begin to demonstrate proficiency on ARRT competencies.
Prerequisites: RDT* 133
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 140: CT Imaging and Sectional Anatomy 3 Credits
Content will introduce students to computed tomography imaging methods. Students will identify normal anatomical structures via a variety of imaging formats.
Prerequisites: Completion of RDT* 103 and RDT* 133
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 145: Radiation Therapy Equipment 2 Credits
Content is designed to present treatment units used in external radiation therapy. The history of equipment development will be presented and well as an in-depth training on console operation.
Prerequisites: Completion of RDT* 115 and RDT* 116
Offered: Summer
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RDT* 201: Radiation Oncology I 2 Credits
Content is designed to examine and evaluate the management of neoplastic disease. The epidemiology, etiology, detection, diagnosis, patient condition, treatment and prognosis of neoplastic disease will be presented, discussed and evaluated in relationship to histology, anatomical site and patterns of spread. The breast, central nervous system, genitourinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, pediatric neoplasms, musculoskeletal, reproductive and respiratory tumors will be discussed.
Prerequisites: “C” or better in BIO* 212 , RDT* 115 , and RAD* 222
Offered: Fall
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RDT* 203: Radiation Oncology II 2 Credits
This is a continuation of Clinical Radiation Oncology I. Content is designed to examine and evaluate the management of neoplastic disease. The epidemiology, etiology, detection, diagnosis, patient condition, treatment and prognosis of neoplastic disease will be presented, discussed and evaluated in relationship to histology, anatomical site and patterns of spread. The lymphoreticular system, skin, hematopoietic system, bone and soft tissue, endocrine system, ocular, head and neck cancer, eye and orbit, and benign tumors will be discussed.
Prerequisites: “C” or better in RDT* 201
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 210: Clinical Practice III 1 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for general radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students will continue to demonstrate proficiency on ARRT competencies.
Prerequisites: RDT* 134
Offered: Fall
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RDT* 213: Radiation Therapy Physics I 2 Credits
This course provides a broad introduction to the physics involved with the medical application of ionizing radiation in the field of Radiation Therapy.
Prerequisites: RDT* 145
Offered: Fall
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RDT* 216: Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy III 4 Credits
This course revisits anatomy specifically from an imaging perspective related to each specific disease site. Specific radiation therapy techniques and treatment borders will be discussed. Students will learn to identify structures on X-rays, CT and MRI scans and locate landmarks on simulation films. The radiation therapist’s responsibility in the management of neoplastic disease will be presented and discussed. This course covers cancers of the breast, central nervous system, thorax, as well as pediatric and gynecologic and cancers. In addition, lymphomas and leukemia are discussed.
Prerequisites: RDT* 115
Offered: Fall
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RDT* 217: Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy IV 3 Credits
This course is a continuation of The Principles and Practices of Radiation Therapy III and revisits anatomy specifically from an imaging perspective related to each specific disease site. Specific radiation therapy techniques and treatment borders will be discussed. Students will learn to identify structures on X-rays, CT and MRI scans and locate landmarks on simulation films. The radiation therapist’s responsibility in the management of neoplastic disease will be presented and discussed. Cancers of the skin, bone and soft tissue, the gastrointestinal tract, the endocrine system, as well as cancers of the head, neck eye and orbit will be discussed.
Prerequisites: RDT* 216
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 220: Clinical Practice IV 2 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, advanced clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students will continue to demonstrate proficiency on ARRT competencies.
Prerequisites: RDT* 210
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 221: Clinical Capstone 2 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, advanced clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students must complete proficiency of the ARRT competencies.
Prerequisites: RDT* 220
Offered: Occasionally
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RDT* 233: Radiation Therapy Physics II 2 Credits
This course provides is a continuation of the study of the physics involved with the medical application of ionizing radiation in the field of Radiation Therapy.
Prerequisites: RDT* 213
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 240: Operational & Quality Management in Radiation Therapy 2 Credits
Content is designed to focus on the components of quality improvement (QI) programs in radiation oncology. Topics will include quality control and assurance checks for the clinical aspects of patient care, medical records, treatment delivery and localization equipment and treatment planning equipment. The role of the various radiation therapy team members in continuous quality improvement will be discussed as well as the legal and regulatory implications for maintaining appropriate quality care.
Prerequisites: RDT* 213
Offered: Spring
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RDT* 295: Radiologic Science Seminar 3 Credits
This course will contribute to the body of knowledge and allow the student to effectively analyze resources to promote growth in the profession. The attitude of professional development enables the radiologic science professional to stay in step with the current health care environment and be prepared to help foster the future and increase awareness of the profession in the global community. This content is geared to increase and disseminate intellectual inquiry, information literacy and the use of scholarly research methods. This course also includes a comprehensive review of the curriculum with testing in preparation for the ARRT examination.
Prerequisites: Completion of RAD* 136 or RDT* 240
Offered: Occasionally
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RAD* 117: Introduction to Radiologic Sciences 3 Credits
RAD*112
This course will serve as an introduction to the radiography program and hospital clinical environment. Through classroom presentation and laboratory simulation, students will learn to manipulate radiographic equipment, transport, position and communicate with patients for basic radiographic procedures, and gain an understanding of the role of the Radiographer in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Students will also receive an orientation to the clinical facilities and program and hospital policies as part of this course.
Prerequisites: Acceptance in the Radiologic Science program
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 120: Radiographic Procedures I 3 Credits
Instruction on how to accurately position patients for diagnostic Radiologic procedures and to prepare the necessary equipment and supplies for each procedure will be covered. The anatomy, physiology and pathology related to each positioning section, as well as image critique and improvement is included. The chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, and the upper gastrointestinal tract procedures are covered. Classroom and laboratory practice enhance learning during this course.
Prerequisites: Acceptance in the Radiologic Science program
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 121: Radiologic Science Patient Care 3 Credits
RAD*109
Introduction to the field of Radiologic Sciences to include specialties in the field, professional organizations, other professionals comprising the health care team, communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving, body mechanics, vital signs and infection control procedures. As part of this course, students will participate in a minimum of one community service project. Students will learn medical terminology in a body systems approach.
Prerequisites: Acceptance in the Radiologic Science program
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 125: Radiographic Imaging I 3 Credits
An introduction to the fundamentals of exposure factor selection and imaging parameters, this course will introduce the student to the equipment and techniques utilized for radiographic imaging. Material covered includes image receptors, the x-ray tube and circuitry, x-ray production, prime factors, exposure factor selection and technique charts. Supervised laboratory sessions utilizing energized radiographic equipment will reinforce concepts and allow for hands-on learning.
Prerequisites: RAD* 117
Offered: Spring
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RAD* 126: Radiographic Imaging II 2 Credits
A continuation of RAD 125, this course builds on the foundation of basic equipment and imaging methods to include specifics of image production and image quality evaluation. Topics covered include image quality factors, beam restriction and filtration, image intensification and fluoroscopy, tomographic principles, and control of scatter radiation.
Prerequisites: RAD* 125
Offered: Summer
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RAD* 130: Radiologic Procedures II 3 Credits
A continuation of RAD* 126, this course covers patient anatomy, pathology, positioning and procedures for contrast imaging of the lower gastrointestinal system, reproductive system and the anatomy, positioning and radiographic imaging of the shoulder, cervical spine, pelvis and non-routine orthopedic imaging. Classroom, laboratory and clinical practice are held in conjunction with this course.
Prerequisites: RAD* 126
Offered: Spring
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RAD* 136: Radiographic Imaging III 3 Credits
The principles and use of automatic exposure control devices, image processing, digital image acquisition, display, and archiving will be discussed. Increased emphasis will be placed on the clinical situation, with image evaluation and problem solving in the clinical environment included in each unit.
Prerequisites: RAD* 130
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 150: Summer Clinical Practicum 2 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving general duties of the radiology professional. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to exercise skills in patient care, communication, patient positioning, treatment, image production, and radiation protection and gain competence in imaging procedures and/or treatment of patients.
Prerequisites: RAD* 198
Offered: Summer
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RAD* 197: Clinical Practices I 1 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving introduction of the student to general radiography or radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, clinical procedures, and radiation protection.
Prerequisites: Acceptance in the Radiologic Science program
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 198: Clinical Practices II 1 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for general radiography or radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students will begin to demonstrate proficiency on ARRT competencies.
Prerequisites: RAD* 197
Offered: Spring
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RAD* 199: Clinical Practice III 1 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for general radiography or radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students will continue to demonstrate proficiency on ARRT competencies.
Prerequisites: RAD* 150
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 217: Radiology Seminar 2 Credits
Students will pursue independent research on a current topic in radiology, develop a written paper and provide an oral presentation on the topic. The course also includes a comprehensive review of the radiography curriculum with testing in preparation for the ARRT examination.
Prerequisites: Concurrent with RAD* 297
Offered: Spring
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RAD* 220: Advanced Imaging Procedures I 2 Credits
Students will gain knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, specialized equipment and procedures involved in interventional radiology of the vascular and hepatobiliary systems. This course will also provide students with knowledge of sectional anatomy as it relates to computer generated imaging modalities and the equipment and procedures utilized for bone densitometry.
Prerequisites: RAD* 126
Offered: Spring
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RAD* 221: Advanced Imaging Procedures II 2 Credits
Advanced procedures involving joint imaging (arthrography), central nervous system and lymphatic system imaging as well as the principles of venipuncture for contrast media injection will be discussed. In addition, mammography, breast pathology and alternative methods of breast imaging for the purpose of breast cancer detection will be covered.
Prerequisites: RAD* 220
Offered: Spring
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RAD* 222: Radiobiology & Protection 3 Credits
Basic principles of radiation protection and safety for the radiologic technologist and basic concepts and principles of radiation biology will be presented. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations are incorporated. The interactions of radiation with cells, tissues and the body as a whole, and resultant biophysical events will be presented. Discussion of the theories and principles of tolerance dose, time-dose relationships, fractionation schemes and the relationship to the clinical practice of radiography will be included.
Prerequisites: PHY* 105
Offered: Spring
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RAD* 225: Radiologic Procedures III 3 Credits
A continuation of RAD* 221, this course covers anatomy and imaging of the urinary system, paranasal sinuses, mandible, orbits, facial bones, and thoracic and lumbar spine. Classroom, laboratory and clinical practice enhance learning in conjunction with the completed units of this course.
Prerequisites: RAD* 130
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 230: Radiologic Procedures IV 4 Credits
Course covers anatomy and imaging procedures of the ribs and sternum, sternoclavicular joints, sacrum and coccyx, skull and sella turcica, nasal bones and temporomandibular joints. Classroom, laboratory and clinical practice enhance learning in conjunction with the completed units of this course. A comprehensive review of Radiographic Procedures I, II and III is included in preparation for the ARRT examination.
Prerequisites: RAD* 225
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 233: Advanced Imaging Procedures 4 Credits
Students will gain knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, specialized equipment and procedures involved in interventional radiology of the vascular and hepatobiliary systems. Students will also gain knowledge of sectional anatomy as it relates to computer generated imaging modalities, CT and MRI, and the equipment and procedures utilized for bone densitometry, diagnostic medical sonography and mammography.
Prerequisites: Completion of RAD* 225
Offered: Occasionally
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RAD* 255: Medical Radiation Physics 4 Credits
This course provides content for medical physics as related to diagnostic imaging equipment operation. Digital imaging system characteristics of operation are discussed. Topics covered are: image quality indicators, beam geometry, and quality management processes . Students are familiarized with equipment used for QC testing and how to evaluate the results.
Prerequisites: RAD* 222
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 257: Medical Radiation Physics II 2 Credits
This course is a continuation of Medical Radiation Physics I and includes an introduction to computers, computer hardware and software, computer communication and security and PACS. Detailed descriptions of the imaging equipment utilized for digital imaging, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and ultrasound will be presented. Included in this course is an overview of quality management and a description of routine quality control testing on radiographic and associated support equipment. Students are familiarized with equipment used for QC testing and how to evaluate the results.
Prerequisites: RAD* 255
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 260: Radiographic Pathology 3 Credits
This course introduces theories of disease processes involving systems of the body commonly evaluated with diagnostic imaging. An overview of diseases and medical terms involving the respiratory system, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, central nervous, skeletal and reproductive systems will be provided along with etiology, symptoms, diagnosis and radiographic appearance.
Prerequisites: Completion of RAD* 126 and RAD* 150
Offered: Fall
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RAD* 287: Clinical Capstone 2 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for general radiography or radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, advanced clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students must complete proficiency of the ARRT competencies. Students will continue advanced clinical rotations.
Prerequisites: Completion of RAD* 297
Offered: Occasionally
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RAD* 297: Clinical Practice IV 2 Credits
Supervised clinical experience involving the continued development of student skills for general radiography or radiation therapy practices. Students will apply principles learned in the classroom to develop skills in patient care, communication, advanced clinical procedures, and radiation protection. Students will continue to demonstrate proficiency on ARRT competencies. Students will begin advanced clinical rotations.
Prerequisites: RAD* 199
Offered: Spring
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