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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 RAD* 117 and RAD* 197
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 3 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: RDT* 117
Offered: Fall
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RDT* 203: Radiation Oncology II 3 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: RDT* 201
Offered: Spring
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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* 223: 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 2 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 Technology 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.
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 1-2 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 1-2 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, 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 1-2 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, 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* 297: Clinical Practice IV 2-3 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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RAD* 298: Clinical Capstone 2-3 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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RLS* 101: Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Services 3 Credits
(Formerly REC 101)
This course serves as an introduction to the field of recreation and leisure service. The student will understand the development of the recreation movement from early ages to the present with emphasis on future perspectives. Cultural, economic, and social factors in reference to leisure participation will be explored. Career opportunities in a variety of settings will be highlighted. Philosophies of recreation will be discussed. Students will develop a personal philosophy of recreation and leisure.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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RLS* 121: Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation Services 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 115)
This course provides a background of study for the field of therapeutic recreation. It encompasses the history and development of the profession with an emphasis on understanding the persons who are served, their disabilities, and the environments in which they live. An experiential approach offers understanding and empathy.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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RLS* 122: Processes and Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 116)
This course is designed to provide an overview of the process and techniques used in treatment oriented programs. The course explores leadership skills of the helping professional through an in-depth look at facilitation techniques used in therapeutic recreation, including, but not limited to: creative arts, physical/body movement, mental stimulation, and social interaction in relation to the needs of special population groups. Emphasis is placed on meeting clients’ needs through proper activity selection, including activity analysis and program adaptation/modification.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Spring
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RLS* 220: Inclusive Recreation 3 Credits
This course is designed to provide the student with an awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of persons with disabilities with regard to assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating recreation/leisure services in the community. Students will gain insights and knowledge of the meanings and implications of the design and delivery of recreation/leisure services to people with various disabilities. Students will also look at culture variability and its impact on leisure behavior and planning.
Prerequisites: Elibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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RLS* 221: Therapeutic Recreation Programming 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 215)
Programs: Planning and Implementation) This course involves the student in the study of the therapeutic recreation process with emphasis on program planning. The needs of the client will be met through a well planned process that includes assessing functional abilities and needs, planning program goals and objectives, implementing the program, and evaluating both the program and the client.
Prerequisites: RLS* 121 and eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Spring
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RLS* 223: Leisure and Aging 3 Credits
(Formerly THRC 230)
This course serves as an overview to the delivery of therapeutic recreation services to older adults. The course will assist the student in developing an understanding of the elderly and how activity intervention may be used to reach treatment and rehabilitation goals. The course will focus on issues such as the physiological, psychological, and socio-economic factors of the aging process, leisure resources, community and institutional services, and recreation in assisted living facilities and in long term care settings.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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RLS* 295: Professional Practicum in Therapeutic Recreation 4 Credits
(Formerly THRC 280)
This course provides the student with practical experience in a therapeutic recreation setting. The student is required to work a minimum of 200 hours in a community based or medical setting that provides therapeutic recreation services. During this period, the student will apply the knowledge, methods, and leadership techniques which have been learned in academic courses. Students will also participate in 15 hours of classroom discussion during the semester.
Prerequisites: Completion of all Therapeutic Recreation course work. Students planning to take this course must notify the Program Coordinator three months prior to the start of the semester for which they plan to register.
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 121: Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 221)
The student is given an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system. Topics will include but are not limited to: structure, function, and assessment of the cardiopulmonary system.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 141 .
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 131: Applied Pharmacology 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 211)
This course includes the study of the composition, indication and effects of medication administered to patients treated in the field of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on drugs prescribed for the cardiopulmonary system and those delivered by aerosol.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 160 and RSP* 180 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 140: Principles of Respiratory Care 3 Credits
This course will introduce the student to the theory, function, and maintenance of respiratory care equipment. Medical gases, gas laws, and the delivery of respiratory care using various pieces of equipment will be included. The emphasis of the course will be on the mechanics and function of respiratory care devices.
Prerequisites: Must be taken concurrently with RSP* 121
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 140L: Principles of Respiratory Care Lab 1 Credits
This course will introduce the student to the theory, function, and maintenance of respiratory care equipment in a laboratory setting. Medical gases, gas laws, and the delivery of respiratory care using various pieces of equipment will be included. The emphasis of the course will be on the mechanics and function of respiratory care devices.
Prerequisites: Must be taken concurrently with RSP* 121
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 160: Diagnostic & Therapy Principles 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 222)
The theory and administration of respiratory care procedures, airway management, monitoring devices, and clinical assessment of the respiratory patient will be taught.
Prerequisites: RSP* 121 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 131 and RSP* 180 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 180: Clinical Practicum 1 Credits
(Formerly RC 202)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 121 and RSP* 141 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 131 and RSP* 160 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 181: Clinical Practicum II 1 Credits
(Formerly RC 203)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 131 , RSP* 160 , RSP* 180 and BIO* 212 .
Offered: Summer
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RSP* 251: Respiratory Pathophysiology 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 282)
The study of cardiopulmonary abnormities and diseases of the adult patient. Major emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis and treatment of patients using case study analysis.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 251, RSP* 274 and RSP* 282 .
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 252: Respiratory Pathophysiology II 2 Credits
(Formerly RC 283)
The study of cardiopulmonary abnormities and diseases of the adult, pediatric and newborn patient. Major emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients using case study analysis.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 261 and RSP* 282 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 260: Advanced Principles of Ventilator Therapy 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 242)
A study of mechanical ventilators used in respiratory care with an in-depth explanation of function and application. Indications, hazards and complications of mechanical ventilation will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: RSP* 160
Offered: Summer
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RSP* 261: Advanced Respiratory Care II 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 261)
A study of the respiratory care modalities used in the care of neonates and pulmonary rehabilitation patients. Each population will be discussed in separate units.
Prerequisites: To be taken concurrently with RSP* 252 and RSP* 282 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 274: Diagnostic Respiratory Care 3 Credits
(Formerly RC 251)
A study of the pulmonary and cardiac assessment, critical care monitoring, and fluid and electrolyte balance as it relates to cardiopulmonary medicine.
Prerequisites: BIO* 212 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 251 and RSP* 281 .
Offered: Fall
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RSP* 281: Advanced Clinical Practicum 2 Credits
(Formerly RC 204)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 260 and RSP* 181 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 261 and RSP* 252 .
Offered: Spring
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RSP* 282: Advanced Clinical Practicum II 2 Credits
(Formerly RC 205)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisites: RSP* 251 , RSP* 274 , RSP* 281 . To be taken concurrently with RSP* 261 and RSP* 252 .
Offered: Spring
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Sign Language |
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SGN* 103: Sign Language III 3 Credits
This course is a continuation of Sign Language I and II. Emphasis is placed on improving speed and fluency when communicating in ASL. In addition, students will learn basic storytelling features.
Offered: Occasional
Cross listed as: SGN* 101 and SGN* 102 .
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SGN* 101: Sign Language I 3 Credits
(Formerly ASL 101)
American Sign Language (ASL) is the sign language most deaf people use when communicating among themselves. Students will learn grammatical features, vocabulary and conversational skills including expressive and receptive skills of ASL. In addition, students will learn the culture of the deaf community, the history of ASL and the relationship of ASL to other forms of signing.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring
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SGN* 102: Sign Language II 3 Credits
(Formerly ASL 102)
This course is a continuation of American Sign Language I. Students will learn grammatical features, vocabulary and conversational skills including expressive and receptive skills of ASL. In addition, students will learn the culture of the deaf community, the history of ASL and the relationship of ASL to other forms of signing.
Prerequisites: SGN* 101
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SGN* 104: Sign Language IV 3 Credits
This course continues to build upon students’ receptive and expressive skills at the advanced level while expanding their knowledge of Deaf culture and the influences of other sign language systems. Emphasis is placed on advanced fingerspelling, ASL structure and vocabulary. Instruction utilizes a natural approach to teaching a second language by engaging students in authentic conversations within the classroom environment and through out-of-class interactions with members of the Deaf community.
Prerequisites: SGN* 101 , SGN* 102 and SGN 103
Offered: Fall
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SGN* 105: Deaf Culture and History 3 Credits
This course introduces students to Deaf people as a cultural linguistic minority group. Students may or may not have had prior experience with Deaf people. It examines the values, norms, and traditions of Deaf people in North America. It emphasizes myths surrounding deafness, the historical treatment of deafness and Deaf people, the anatomy of the ear and the etiology of hearing loss, the education of deaf children, the deaf identity, legislation that affects the Deaf and hard of hearing population, interpreters and their work between cultures, deaf-blindness, and current controversies in technology and education. Although this course focuses on Deaf people in the western world, global comparisons are drawn.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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SGN* 110: Sign Language for Early Childhood Teachers 3 Credits
This course introduces the student to American Sign Language (ASL), the language used by the Deaf Community in the United States. Students will learn how to utilize ASL with a variety of children, regardless of hearing status. ASL is widely used with hearing infants and in early childhood educational settings. This course will focus not only on learning ASL, but how the use of ASL can help a variety of children, including those with autism, those who have cognitive impairments, and those with communication and/or learning disabilities.
Prerequisites: Completion of SGN* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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SGN* 140: Linguistics, Grammar and Syntax 3 Credits
This course is designed to focus on and gain advanced competency in the grammar and syntax of American Sign Language. Students will learn how to restructure passages in written English into appropriate American Sign Language structure and then sign the translated/interpreted passages.
Prerequisites: Completion of SGN* 101 and SGN* 102
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 150: Transition Development 2 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 150)
This course is designed for adult students who are resuming their education. Topics include goal setting, academic and career choices, math anxiety, family and work stresses, problem solving, and skill building. Open only to students in the Adults in Transition program.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SSC* 155: Women’s Issues and the Law 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 155)
An examination of legal responses to gender-based treatment in society. Legal materials will be studied to provide both a historical and current perspective on issues affecting women and men. Readings will be used as the basis for public policy discussions and greater understanding of the law of sex discrimination.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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SSC* 201: Introduction to African American Studies 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 201)
An interdisciplinary survey course of the historical, social, economical, political, philosophical and cultural experience of the African American. This course serves as the introductory course to give students an Africentric perspective to evaluating information in society; other philosophical perspectives may be introduced. Recommended for potential U.S. History and American Studies majors.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 220: Computers’ Impact on Society 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 220)
After studying the fundamentals of how computers work in order to understand their capabilities and limitations, the course explores the kinds of purposes to which computers are being put in our world: how computers are affecting us individually and as a society; the methods used and intrinsic difficulties in using computers to tackle business, economic, social, scientific, etc. problems; the positive and negative effects of computers; the ethics surrounding the use of computers; how to make rational, ethical, and humane technological decisions; and how, in private and professional life, to make informed, reasoned judgments regarding computing technology issues. Current computer issues and news items are used as case studies.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 242: American Families 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 242)
A look at nuclear American family life from early Colonial period to the present, to see how various commentators have regarded and evaluated American families. Course will rely on the writings of historians, sociologist, novelists and social critics.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 262: Puerto Rican History and Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 262)
An introduction to the history and culture of Puerto Rico designed to give both Hispanic and other students an understanding of the historical factors and the cultural concepts that help develop today’s Puerto Rico and its people, both on the island and on the mainland.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SSC* 294: Cooperative Education/Work Experience 3 Credits
(Formerly SOSC 270)
This course provides students the opportunity to apply classroom theory in an actual work setting. Students may be placed in a variety of work settings as related to their program of study including social service agencies, day care facilities, and corporations.
Prerequisites: 12 completed credit hours in the Social Service, Disabilities Specialist, Criminal Justice, Sport and Exercise, Therapeutic Recreation, and Early Childhood/Educational Associate programs.
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SOC* 100: Community Engagement 3 Credits
This course provides students with an enhanced understanding of the local community and the diversity of groups within the community. Students are required to perform structured community service throughout the semester and to reflect and engage with other students on the meaning of diversity and community. Through readings, critical reflection, group discussions and interactions, and volunteer service, students will learn community leadership and civic engagement and discuss how communities might bridge differences among people. This course will require 1-3 hours of community service per week (or the equivalent). NOTE: This is a Pass/Fail course. All Students completing the course will receive either a grade of Pass (P) or Fail (F) on their transcript. See the instructor for more specific information.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SOC* 101: Principles of Sociology 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 101)
This course is designed to provide students with a basic overview and understanding of the discipline of sociology. The course focuses on the concepts, methods, theories, and levels of analysis used in the study of social interaction. The readings and lectures will examine a broad range of social issues and questions; the different theories of social behavior used to explain these questions; and the ways in which sociologists scientifically examine these theories. The goal of the course is to provide students with the ability and knowledge to critically examine and understand the social issues that impact their daily lives. Depending upon the instructor, this course often includes a service learning project in which students learning sociology while also serving their community by volunteering at non-profit community organizations (e.g., Habitat for Humanity, Foodshare, mentoring youth, environmental projects, food pantries, homeless shelters, etc.).
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall, Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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SOC* 116: Impact of Aging on the Family 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 205)
This course will consider key social issues and current service delivery systems that affect the aged population.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Spring
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SOC* 200: Queer Sociology 3 Credits
This course provides a critical exploration of identity based understandings of sex, gender, orientation, race and the family. Using assigned readings, experiential activities, and classroom discussion, students will incorporate queer theories as well as personal values to challenge their assumptions and undermine previously unquestioned ‘givens’ about each of these topics. Finally, students will explore the question: what is possible (as individuals, as a society) if we assume no causal relationship among sex, gender, sexuality and desire?
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 201: Contemporary Social Issues 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 202)
A detailed analysis of major social problems in American society. Problems including population, ecology, poverty, race and ethnic relations, urbanization, the role of the media, criminal activity, aging, health, and housing will be evaluated. Emphasis is on American society, but some international issues and situations will be examined. Community awareness and involvement will be stressed as students evaluate local issues as well.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SOC* 205: Sociology In Film 3 Credits
This course is designed to teach key sociological topics through film. In this course, we will examine how a range of social issues are depicted in both documentary and popular film. Students study such issues as race relations, family dynamics, urbanization, gender and reproduction, and crime by viewing films, analyzing the films’ content, and reading sociology literature.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 210: Sociology of the Family 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 231)
This course will explore the complexity and diversity of the contemporary family and other intimate relationships. Topics for this course include mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict, family violence, parenthood, work/family interaction, and diverse family arrangements.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SOC* 211: Sociology of Gender 3 Credits
This course addresses the distinction between biological sex and the social construction of gender and investigates issues about the dynamics of sex and gender relationships in different socio-cultural contexts. Major topics for discussion include gender role differentiation, sex role stereotyping, and changes over time in male/female relationships in North American society with the differences and inequalities shaped by social class, race, ethnicity, sexuality, age and national origin. A global perspective, which examines and compares the place of gender in nations of the North with those of the South, is also emphasized.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 212: Sociology of Women 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 261)
An interdisciplinary study of women in contemporary America, making use of the data and methodology of history, psychology and sociology.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 215: Women and Prisons 3 Credits
This course examines demographic characteristics, current offenses, criminal histories, the women’s family background, children, drug and alcohol use, prior physical and sexual abuse, and health issues. This course also includes a basic introduction to doing sociological research on a topic as each student will pick a states prison population to examine individually.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 220: Racial & Ethnic Diversity 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 271)
This course focuses on the interrelationship of institutionalized prejudice and discrimination and related aspects of diversity in society. The experience of various ethnic and racial minorities in the United States is investigated through the study of the origins and functions of subordination in society.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 227: The Native American Experience 3 Credits
Students will become familiar with thee major issues and topics of tribes in Connecticut such as tribal recognition, and casino development. The course will also examine economic, political, and social concerns of tribes in North America. With much class participation and contact with guest speakers, students will bring into sharper focus the real day to day issues of native people who “more than 500 years after the European Invasion of North America are still seeking to work out relations, as descendents of the first Americans, with the people of modern American society.”
Prerequisites: eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 228: African American Sociology and Literature 3 Credits
This course introduces students to ways in which scholars examine the African American experience as a major topic in Sociology and Literature. The course is taught from an interdisciplinary perspective that emphasizes methodologies and approaches from both the humanities and the social sciences framing inquiries about African American literary creations, social life, history, and socio-cultural organization. The goal of the course is for each student to look at black culture and society in a broader and more complex way.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101 and ENG* 120.
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 240: Criminology 3 Credits
Introduces the fundamental principles of criminology; namely, the nature, existence and causation of crime, the problems and procedures involved in the administration of justice, and rehabilitative and corrective treatment.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101 .
Offered: Spring
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SOC* 241: Juvenile Delinquency 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 211)
Examines the social aspects of juvenile delinquency and the pressures that cause this behavior to emerge. The organization, functions and jurisdiction of the juvenile court system, as well as processing, detention, case disposition and juvenile delinquency statutes, are examined.
Prerequisites: SOC* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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SOC* 242: Sociology of Deviance 3 Credits
(Formerly SOC 203)
This course will provide an overview and analysis of deviant behavior and social control. The course will critically review and discuss the causes of deviance and societal attempts at controlling deviant behavior. Topics to be studied include alcohol and drug abuse, criminal activity, disabilities, mental illness, sexual deviance, violent behavior and abuse, elite deviance, and collective deviance.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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SPA* 108: Elementary Spanish I & II 8 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 108)
An intensive, beginning Spanish course in which two semesters of Spanish (SPA* 111 and SPA* 112 ) are completed in one semester. Students will develop all four language skills. The emphasis in class will be speaking and listening, the assignments will emphasize reading and writing. Hispanic culture will be studied. No previous Spanish language experience required. Transfer college may not award credit for this course if the student has already completed two or more years of Spanish at the high school level.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Humanities
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SPA* 111: Elementary Spanish I 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 101)
An introduction to spoken and written Spanish. Emphasis is on basic grammar and developing all four language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) with an emphasis on Hispanic culture. No previous Spanish language experience required. Transfer college may not award credit for this course if the student has already completed two or more years of Spanish at the high school level.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Summer
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SPA* 112: Elementary Spanish II 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 102)
A second semester course in which students develop all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) while studying grammatical structures (preterite, imperfect, object pronouns, reflexive verbs) that are more advanced than those studied in the first semester Spanish course. Hispanic culture will be studied.
Prerequisites: SPA* 111 , one year of high school Spanish, or permission of instructor. Transfer college may not award credit for this course if the student has already completed two or more years of Spanish at the high school level.
Offered: Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Humanities
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SPA* 130: Spanish Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 125)
A survey of Spanish culture taught in English. Topics of study include art, music, literature, history, geography, political systems, bullfighting, and culture with a small “c” (use of two surnames, extended families, cuisine, etc.)
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 131: Hispanic Culture 1, 2 or 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 130)
This is an independent study course which is offered in conjunction with an academic trip and is available only to participants of that trip. Pre-trip assignments will prepare the students for the research that will be done in the country of the trip and post-trip assignments will organize and analyze the information observed and collected in the Hispanic country. (This course can be done in English or in Spanish.) Class: hours per week will depend on number of credit hours. Co-requisite: student must participate in an academic trip sponsored by MCC.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 135: Hispanic Culture and Conversation 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 145)
A one-semester, first-level course for two-year career program students which stresses aspects of Hispanic culture, as well as pronunciation and vocabulary skills in Spanish, that would be helpful as an additional tool in future employment, job advancement, and effective fulfillment of daily job routines.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 145: Mexican Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 145)
A survey of Mexican culture taught in English. Topics of study includes art, music, literature, ancient civilizations, history, geography, political systems, bullfighting, and culture with a small “c” (use of two surnames, bargaining in the market, extended families, cuisine, etc.).
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 208: Intermediate Spanish I and II 8 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 208)
An intensive, intermediate Spanish course in which two semesters of Spanish (SPA* 211 and SPA* 212 ) are completed in one semester. Students will be taught all four language skills with an emphasis on speaking and listening in class and an emphasis on reading and writing through the assignments. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 112 or SPA* 108 or two years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 211: Intermediate Spanish I 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 201)
A third semester course in which grammar, conversation and reading materials are at an intermediate level. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 111 , and SPA* 112 or SPA* 108 or two years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Fall
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Humanities
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SPA* 212: Intermediate Spanish II 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 202)
A fourth semester course in which the grammar, conversation and reading materials are at an intermediate level. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 211 (211) or three years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Spring
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SPA* 251: Advanced Spanish I 4 Credits
A fifth semester course in which language skills will be reinforced while increased emphasis is placed on composition and conversation. Literature and culture will also be studied in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 212 , SPA* 208 or permission of the instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 252: Advanced Spanish II 4 Credits
A sixth semester course in which language skills will be reinforced while increased emphasis is placed on composition and conversation. Literature and culture will also be studied in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 212 , SPA* 208 or permission of instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
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SLP* 111: Communication Development 3 Credits
An overview of the milestones of form, content, and use in the process of typical communication development for children from infancy through adolescence.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 093 or concurrently taking ENG* 096 .
Offered: Fall
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SLP* 112: Speech and Language Services in the Educational Setting 3 Credits
This course will address professional issues related to the role of the Speech/Language Pathology Assistant in the practice of speech/language pathology in schools. Topics will include, but are not limited to, the legal and policy framework for school services, ethical practice, supervision, collaboration, scheduling, data collection, advocating, professional development, resources, and professional trends. This course includes an observation component.
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 or concurrently taking SLP* 111 .
Offered: Spring
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SLP* 120: Communication Disorders and Intervention I 3 Credits
A general overview of language, and hearing disorders in preschool and school-aged children, their impact on literacy acquisition, and evidence-based interventions. This course will prepare Speech/Language Pathology Assistants for their role in providing oral language and literacy interventions to children with language and hearing disorders in educational settings.
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 .
Offered: Fall
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SLP* 121: Communication Disorders and Intervention II 3 Credits
A general overview of phonology, voice, and fluency disorders in preschool and school aged children, with a focus on phonology (i.e., speech) problems and evidenced-based interventions. This course will prepare Speech/Language Pathology Assistants for their role in providing assistance to children with phonology disorders in educational settings and will also prepare them to work with students with significant/severe communication needs (e.g., non-verbal/low verbal children requiring assistive technology [AT] or augmentative/alternative communication [AAC] systems).
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 .
Offered: Spring
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