Sep 23, 2024  
2014 - 2015 CNM Catalog April 2014, Volume 47 
    
2014 - 2015 CNM Catalog April 2014, Volume 47 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Course Descriptions


 

Plumbing

School of Applied Technologies

  
  • PLMB 1130 - Water Piping Systems

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisites: PLMB 1120 )

    Introduces layout and design of water piping systems as well as the installation of plumbing fixtures.
    Note(s)
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1205 - Backflow Prevention

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1235  or department approval)

    Focuses on the requirements of the installation, repair and testing of backflow prevention assemblies. The successful completion of this course will qualify the student for a City of Albuquerque Backflow Tester’s certificate.
    Note(s)
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1210 - Commercial Plumbing

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1205 )

    Presents the different aspects of the commercial plumbing industry.
    Note(s)
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1215 - Plumbing Theory and Repair

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1125  or department approval)

    Focuses on maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures and includes the scientific principles explaining why water supply and sewage systems work as well as mathematical principles of plumbing.
    Note(s)
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1220 - Plumbing Code Applications

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1215 )

    Prepares student to take the hands-on and written portions of the Journeyman’s test in the state of New Mexico.
    Note(s)
    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1225 - Building Maintenance and Repair

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1220  or department approval)

    Presents requirements for installation and repair of heating and cooling systems for commercial and residential applications.
    Note(s)
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1230 - Hydronics and Plumbing Systems

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1210  or department approval)

    Explores hydronic heating and the special problems of the manufactured housing industry and rural plumbing.
    Note(s)
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1235 - Gas Code Applications

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1225  or department approval)

    Prepares the student to take the hands on and written portions of the Journeyman Gasfitter’s test in the state of New Mexico.
    Note(s)
    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1305 - Trades Math

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1105 )

    Includes basic arithmetic, whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Covers volumes, weight measurements and basic algebra as it applies to plumbing.
  
  • PLMB 1310 - Journeyman Preparation

    3 credit hour(s)
    Introduces licensing requirements, rules and regulations and the Uniform Plumbing Code for persons interested in becoming journey level plumbers and natural gas fitters in New Mexico.
  
  • PLMB 1320 - Solar Thermal Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1230  or department approval)

    Introduces Solar Thermal Systems including accessing, installing and evaluating fully operational solar water heating systems.
    Note(s)
    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 1330 - Energy and Water Conservation Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: PLMB 1320  or department approval)

    Introduces the newest energy-saving techniques for homes and commercial applications as they relate to the plumbing field. Including gray water, geo- thermal, energy design and application (LEED). Emphasis on energy-saving appliances and low water consumption fixtures.
    Note(s)
    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • PLMB 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PLMB 2997 - Independent Study

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Focuses on a specific problem while working with an instructor.

Project Management

School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

  
  • PM 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PM 1130 - Project Management Fundamentals

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  + ENG 0950  or appropriate placement scores  or department approval)

    Provides an introduction to the field of project management in theory and practice, addresses the role of project managers in the current world of rapid change, increased competitive forces and increased expectations for the successful delivery of projects in organizations and exposes the student to “hard” and “soft” techniques of project management.
  
  • PM 1150 - Effective Project Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  + ENG 0950  or department approval)

    Focuses on the competencies needed to apply effective project concepts and methodologies to create a positive environment. Effective leadership and team management concepts and how these concepts are used to align project management functions within an organization are presented.
  
  • PM 2095 - Cooperative Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides an opportunity for a structured educational paid work experience related to a student’s academic goals. Internship is a partnership between the student and both the educational institution and the employer with specified responsibilities for each party. Requires a minimum of 135 hours and must involve a new learning experience.
    Note(s)
    • 135 lab hours

  
  • PM 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PM 2097 - Independent Study

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Student works with the instructor on specific topics directly related to the course or program of study. The meeting time is arranged between the student and the instructor.
  
  • PM 2098 - Internship

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides an opportunity for a structured educational unpaid work experience related to a student’s academic goals. Internship is a partnership between the student and both the educational institution and the employer with specified responsibilities for each party. Requires a minimum of 135 hours and must involve a new learning experience.
    Note(s)
    • 135 lab hours

  
  • PM 2200 - Budget and Resource Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: IT 1010  + (PM 1130  or CM 1220 ) or department approval)

    Exposes the student to earned value method and resource allocation to establish a realistic project baseline. Strategies used to effectively monitor, measure and control cost and schedule are also addressed. Emphasis will be placed on applying effective methods for keeping the project budget and schedule on target, setting project standards and effective use of metrics to measure project success.
  
  • PM 2210 - Contract Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PM 1130  or CM 1220  department approval)

    Covers various forms of project contracts and legal documentation. Critical duties preformed by contracting personnel and project managers during the negotiation and contact administration phase of the acquisition process are emphasized.
  
  • PM 2250 - Advanced Project Management

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PM 1130  + PM 1150  + PM 2200  + PM 2210  or department approval)

    Emphasizes the various types of knowledge and skills that are required by an experienced project manager and how to deal with advanced problems in organization structure, behavior and leadership. Students create a project plan, prepare a project master schedule, develop a work breakdown structure, allocate various resources and assign labor amounts to a specific project. Program core competencies are also measured in this course.

Portuguese

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)

  
  • PORT 1101 - Beginning Portuguese I

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    A multimedia course focusing on development of all four language skills using authentic Brazilian models of speech and behavior. Emphasis will be on listening, speaking and cultural understanding.
  
  • PORT 1102 - Beginning Portuguese II

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PORT 1101  or department approval)

    A multimedia course focusing on the continued development of all four language skills using authentic Brazilian models of speech and behavior. Emphasis will be on listening, speaking and cultural understanding.
  
  • PORT 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.

Political Science

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)

  
  • PSCI 1110 - The Political World

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950 ) (Recommended course: ENG 1101 )*

    Introduces politics, emphasizing how people can understand their own political systems and those of others.
    Note(s)
    • Students planning to transfer to the University of New Mexico’s Political Science program should take PSCI 1110 first in their sequence of classes for articulation.

  
  • PSCI 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PSCI 2200 - U.S. Politics

    3 credit hour(s)


    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950 )(Recommended course: ENG 1102 )*

    Surveys American politics: theory of democracy and political institutions, governmental branches and their bureaucracies.

    * This course involves an intensive writing component.

  
  • PSCI 2210 - State and Local Politics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Analyze state and local politics, using New Mexico and other states as examples.
    Note(s)
    • Fall, spring only.

  
  • PSCI 2220 - Comparative Government and Politics

    3 credit hour(s)


    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950 )(Recommended course: ENG 1102 )*

    Compares the roles of public opinion, electoral systems, political parties, interest groups, governmental institutions and policy performance in European democracies, developing third-world nations and communist political systems.

    * This course involves an intensive writing component.
    Note(s)

    • Typically offered Fall and Spring term only.

  
  • PSCI 2240 - International Politics

    3 credit hour(s)


    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950 ) (Recommended course: ENG 1102  + PSCI 1110  + PSCI 2200 )*

    Examines political behavior between and among nations, including various significant factors in international politics: nationalism, ideology, deterrence, balance of power, international law, and international conflict and collaboration.

    * This course involves an intensive writing component.

  
  • PSCI 2260 - Political Ideas

    3 credit hour(s)


    (Pre- or corequisite: PSCI 1110 PSCI 2200 )(Recommended course: ENG 1102 )*

    Surveys classical and contemporary political ideas and ideologies; introduces many of the enduring political issues, which are presented in descriptive, analytical and normative terms.

    *This course involves an intensive writing component.
    Note(s)

    • Typically offered Fall term only.

  
  • PSCI 2270 - Introduction to Public Policy

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950 )(Recommended course: ENG 1102  + PSCI 1110  + PSCI 2200 )*

    This course will provide an overview of the U.S. political system as it is related to the formulation of public policy. The Introduction to public policy provides a basic vocabulary of concepts and approaches to understand processes of public policy making. Its main focus is the United States, but it will also address issues of (international) comparison. The course provides students with an intellectual framework for developing their own answers to questions about government intervention in our lives, public policies and alternatives, the making of policy, the role of systemic analysis of the policy making context in policy making, and the most effective roles for non-governmental organizations, markets and the state in the policymaking process.
  
  • PSCI 2280 - Introduction to Political Analysis

    3 credit hour(s)


    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950 )(Recommended course: ENG 1102 )*

    This course will introduce students to political science methodology and its logical usage for discovering causal patterns in political behavior and evaluating political reforms. Students will analyze of the logic of scientific research, gain experience in the development and interpretation of public opinion research and be introduced to related topics. No knowledge of statistics, computers or research methods is assumed.

    * This course involves an intensive writing component.

  
  • PSCI 2298 - Internship in Politics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSCI 2200  + PSCI 2270 )

    This course will require students to work up to 135 hours in an internship placement in the state legislature, a national representative or senate office or another approved political environment. The internship will serve as a “real life” classroom for observing, analyzing and participating in the political process as well as provide practical experience in a political-science related workplace.

Psychology

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)

  
  • PSY 1105 - Introduction to Psychology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement score )

    Introduces psychology as the scientific study of behavior and mental processes: methodology, psychobiology, learning, memory, personality, psychological disorders, therapy, personality and social psychology.
  
  • PSY 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement score )

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PSY 2200 - Statistical Principles

    3 credit hour(s)


    (Prerequisite: MATH 1210  or MATH 1310  + PSY 1105  + any two of the following courses: PSY 2220  +/or PSY 2240  +/or PSY 2260  +/or PSY 2265  +/or PSY 2271  +/or PSY 2280 )

     

    Introduces basic statistics principles for the description and interpretation of psychological data: frequency distributions, graphing, measures of central tendency, variability, regression, correlation, hypothesis testing and analysis of variance.
    Note(s)

    • Course offered Fall and Spring

  
  • PSY 2220 - Developmental Psychology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Emphasizes physical, social, emotional and intellectual development across the life span, including professional research and applications.
  
  • PSY 2231 - Human Sexuality

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement score , Recommended prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Surveys and analyzes physiological, cultural, social and individual factors that influence sexual behavior, sex roles and sex identity.
  
  • PSY 2232 - Clinical Psychology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Examines clinical psychology as a profession and research area: psychometrics and assessment, systems of prevention and therapy, forensic psychology, program evaluation, professional and ethical issues.
  
  • PSY 2233 - Psychology and Film

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement score , Recommended prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Analyzes psychiatric disorders as portrayed in films, offering an opportunity to see realistic manifestations of madness and cinema’s ability to reflect and to affect perceptions of mental illness and treatment.
  
  • PSY 2240 - Brain and Behavior

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSY 1105  or BIO 1410 /BIO 1492 )

    Surveys the role of the nervous system in the control of behavior and mental processes.
    Note(s)
    • Fall, spring only.

  
  • PSY 2260 - Psychology of Learning and Memory

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Introduces study of learning in the laboratory, ranging from simple processes such as conditioning to complex ones such as transfer, memory and concept formulation.
    Note(s)
    • Fall only

  
  • PSY 2265 - Cognitive Psychology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Presents theories and research on various mental processes: memory (encoding, storage and retrieval), attention, comprehension, categorization, reasoning, problem solving, solving, language and motor skills.
    Note(s)
    • Spring only

  
  • PSY 2271 - Social Psychology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Emphasizes study of social interaction: communication, perception of the self and others, attitudes and leadership.
    Note(s)
    • Typically offered Fall and Spring term only.

  
  • PSY 2280 - Health Psychology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PSY 1105 )

    Introduces health psychology, which studies how thought and behavior influence health including how stress contributes to illness and disease. Teaches methods to promote healthy changes and skills for coping with stress, pain, and chronic illness.
  
  • PSY 2289 - Death and Dying

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Examines psychological, emotional and sociological aspects of death in American culture.

Pharmacy Technician

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)

  
  • PT 1003 - Pharmacy Calculations

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: CHEM 1410 CHEM 1492 ENG 0950 MATH 0930  + department approval) (Pre- or corequisite: IT 1010 ) (Corequisite: PT 1010  + PT 1015  + PT 1092 )

    Provides skills in pharmaceutical calculations necessary for safely compounding and preparing prescriptions or other pharmacy products.
  
  • PT 1010 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: PT 1003  + PT 1015  + PT 1092 )

    Provides a discussion of the pharmacy technician’s role, the history of pharmacy, state and federal laws, ethics, professional standards of practice, prescription preparation and institutional drug distribution.
  
  • PT 1015 - Pharmacy Technician Anatomy and Physiology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: PT 1010  + PT 1003  + PT 1092 )

    Provides an introduction to basic human anatomy and physiology, with emphasis on physiology as the foundation for pharmacology.
  
  • PT 1092 - Pharmacy Technician Lab I

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: PT 1003  + PT 1010  + PT 1015 )

    Focuses on the fundamentals of current pharmacy practice, including drug nomenclature, medical terminology and basic pharmacy skills. Lab includes practice in interpreting prescriptions, introduction to packaging and dispensing medications, extensive theory and experiential training in aseptic preparation of compounded sterile products including use of Laminar flow hood for media fill validation testing. (90 lab hours per term).
    Note(s)
    • 90 lab hours

  
  • PT 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • PT 1510 - Advanced Pharmacy Technology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: PT 1010  + PT 1003  + PT 1015  + PT 1092  + IT 1010  + HLTH 1001 ) (Pre- or corequisites: COMM 1130  or COMM 2221  or COMM 2225  or COMM 2232 ) (Corequisite: PT 1515  + PT 1590  + PT 1592 )

    Continues study of dosage forms and routes of administration; covers techniques for compounding of drug products; drug selection, packaging and stability; practical aspects of successful employment and customer service; and theory relating to parenteral products.
  
  • PT 1515 - Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite:   + PT 1590  + PT 1592 )

    Presents study of therapeutic drug categories, how drugs produce their effects and common side effects.
  
  • PT 1590 - Pharmacy Technician Practicum

    5 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: PT 1510  + PT 1515  + PT 1592 )

    Provides the opportunity in institutional and community pharmacies for practical experience in applying what they have learned in classrooms and labs.
    Note(s)
    • 225 clinical hours

  
  • PT 1592 - Pharmacy Technician Lab II

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: PT 1510  + PT 1515  + PT 1590 )

    Provides further opportunity to develop skills in both non- sterile and sterile compounding of drug products, use of a laminar flow hood, reconstituting, compounding, packaging and labeling. Emphasis on preparation for the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE).
    Note(s)
    • 90 lab hours


Radiologic Technology

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)

  
  • RADT 1001 - Radiologic Technology Introduction

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: BIO 2210  + BIO 2292  + BIO 2310  + BIO 2392  + ENG 1101  + MATH 1210  or MATH 1310  + PSY 1105  + department approval) (Corequisite: RADT 1005  + RADT 1070 RADT 1093 RADT 1507 )

    Introduces students to Radiologic Technology as a health science profession. Includes an introduction to the clinical setting, radiology and hospital organization, radiation protection and monitoring, ethical and legal issues of medical imaging, confidentiality, to include diversity and anti-discrimination issues in employment situations, professional organizations, professional development, accreditation and credentialing and computers in the workplace.
  
  • RADT 1005 - Fundamentals of Radiography

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 1001  + RADT 1070  + RADT 1093  + RADT 1507 )

    Presents the production of the radiographic image on film. The course will include exposure factors, the interaction of x-rays and matter, basic image receptor principles, image quality and basic physics of x-ray equipment. Consideration will be given to how processing and exposure variables affect the final radiograph. Film characteristics and adjuncts (screens, grids) will be explored. Technique formulation and exposure compensations will be studied and practiced.
  
  • RADT 1070 - Radiographic Positioning I

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 1001  + RADT 1005  + RADT 1093  + RADT 1507 )

    Presents the fundamental of radiographic terminology, anatomy and positioning used in routine radiographic procedures of the chest, abdomen, extremities, ribs, pelvic girdle and shoulder girdle. Other relative topics will include clinical histories, patient care, lifting and moving patients, improvisation, radiographic requisitions and reports, film critique, basic equipment and portable radiography.
    Note(s)
    • Previously RADT 130L
    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 1093 - Clinical Lab I

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 1001  + RADT 1005  + RADT 1070  + RADT 1570 )

    Provides supervised clinical lab experiences and in area hospitals and health care facilities related to first term courses. May include clinical observation.
    Note(s)
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • RADT 1507 - Patient Care and Management Radiography

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 1001  + RADT 1005  + RADT 1070  + RADT 1093 )

    Covers issues related to patient care including legal and professional responsibilities, patient rights, patient confidentiality, security, patient education, safety and comfort, infection control and prevention, patient monitoring, contrast media, pharmacology and parental drug administration.
    Note(s)
    • 15 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 1520 - Radiation Biology and Protection

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: HLTH 1001  + RADT 1001  + RADT 1005  + RADT 1070  + RADT 1093  + RADT 1507 ) (Corequisites: RADT 1570 RADT 1593  + RADT 1690 )

    Presents biological effects of radiation exposure to human cells and tissues including genetic, somatic, short- and long-term effects. Topics include radiation measurements, policies and protection measures for technologists, patients and others. Minimizing patient and personnel exposure, basic methods of protection, protective devices, units of measurement and sources of radiation exposure are covered.
  
  • RADT 1570 - Radiographic Positioning II

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 1520  + RADT 1593 RADT 1690 )

    Continues course of study begun in RADT 1070 - Radiographic Positioning I  including procedures, projections, anatomy, oseology and arthrology of the vertebral column, skull and facial bones, sinuses and mastoids. Other topics will include foreign body localization and film critique. Surveys the common procedures of the gastrointestinal, urinary, respiratory, biliary and cardiovascular systems utilized to study the factors that govern and influence the production and recording of radiologic images.
    Note(s)
    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 1593 - Clinical Lab II

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 1520  + RADT 1570  + RADT 1690 )

    Provides supervised clinical lab experiences and in area hospitals and health care facilities related to first term courses. May include clinical observation.
    Note(s)
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 1690 - Clinical Experience I

    6 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 1520  + RADT 1570  + RADT 1593 )

    Introduces students to Radiologic Technology as a health science profession. Includes an introduction to the clinical setting, radiology and hospital organization, radiation protection and monitoring, ethical and legal issues of medical imaging, confidentiality, to include diversity and anti-discrimination issues in employment situations, professional organizations, professional development, accreditation and credentialing and computers in the workplace.
    Note(s)
    • 270 clinical hours

  
  • RADT 2001 - Radiographic Quality Assurance Introduction

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RADT 1520  + RADT 1570  + RADT 1593  + RADT 1690 ) (Corequisite: RADT 2010  + RADT 2090  + RADT 2092  + RADT 2093 )

    This course provides the student with an introduction to the evaluation of radiographic systems to assure consistency in the production of quality images. Components or radiography equipment and test and procedures to evaluate these components are discussed.
  
  • RADT 2010 - Radiographic Imaging I

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 2001  + RADT 2090  + RADT 2092  + RADT 2093 )

    Covers film and electronic imaging with related accessories. Employs radiographic film critique to emphasize the methods of diagnostic quality control.
    Note(s)
    • Previously RADT 202L
    • 30 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 2090 - Clinical Experience II

    6 credit hour(s)


    (Corequisite: RADT 2001  + RADT 2010  + RADT 2092  + RADT 2093 )

    A continued development of competencies under direct supervision and continuous practice of basic procedures learned in positioning I and II and Radiographic Imaging I. Independent and intermediate level of performance in selected procedures, film processing and film critiques. Assistance in a variety of patient care needs, safety issues, PACS and dye exposure.
    Note(s)
    • 270 clinical hours
    • Typically offered Fall term only.

     

  
  • RADT 2092 - Radiographic Film Critique Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 2001 RADT 2010  + RADT 2090  + RADT 2093 )

    Provides a clinical lab experience in clinical film critique to integrate clinical practice and classroom education. Evaluates technical error on radiographs and reviews strategies for avoiding future errors.
    Note(s)
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 2093 - Clinical Lab III

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 2001  + RADT 2010  + RADT 2090  + RADT 2092 )

    Provides supervised clinical lab experiences and in area hospitals and health care facilities related to first term courses. May include clinical observation.
    Note(s)
    • 45 lab hours

  
  • RADT 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • RADT 2404 - Radiographic Imaging II

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RADT 2001 RADT 2010  + RADT 2090  + RADT 2092  + RADT 2093 ) (Corequisite: RADT 2408  + RADT 2410  + RADT 2490 )

    Surveys the special procedures and special imaging modalities (ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine, oncology and surgical radiography) utilized to explore topics in imaging equipment and image processing.
  
  • RADT 2408 - Radiographic Pathology

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 2404  + RADT 2410  + RADT 2490 )

    Surveys additional body systems and the relative pathologies affecting them. Radiographic imaging methods will be considered to demonstrate how to best demonstrate these pathologies.
  
  • RADT 2410 - Radiographic Physics and Instrumentation

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 2404  + RADT 2408  + RADT 2490 )

    This course is a comprehensive review of the physical principles of diagnostic radiography.
  
  • RADT 2490 - Clinical Experience III

    6 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RADT 2404  + RADT 2408  + RADT 2410 )

    Continues course of study begun in RADT 2090 - Clinical Experience II  with indirect supervision, a continued development of competence and practice in basic positioning learned in Positioning I and II and Radiographic Imaging I and II. Independent/intermediate level of performance in selected procedures, film processing and film critiques. Assists in a variety of patient care activities.
    Note(s)
    • 270 clinical hours

  
  • RADT 2810 - Radiologic Technology Seminar

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RADT 2404 RADT 2408 RADT 2410  + RADT 2490 ) (Corequisite: RADT 2890 )

    A capstone experience for students preparing for employment as radiologic technologists. Will consider topics in leadership, clinical management, professional development, quality assurance, quality control, professional organizations and preparation for the national registry exam as well as current developments in the field.
  
  • RADT 2890 - Clinical Experience IV

    8 credit hour(s)


    (Corequisite: RADT 2810 )

    Continues course of study begun in RADT 2490 - Clinical Experience III  with instruction and practice in a clinical facility under indirect/close supervision. Student will continue to develop competencies learned in Positioning I and II and Imaging I and II. Observation, involvement and assistance in special procedures and special imaging modalities. Review of radiographs, preparation for employment as radiologic technologists.
    Note(s)
    • 360 clinical hours

     


Reading

School of Adult & General Education (SAGE)

  
  • RDG 0196-0996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • RDG 0750 - Reading Improvement

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: ENG 0550  or appropriate placement scores )

    Introduces reading required for success in academic and career technical majors. Students work on improving reading skills and applying the reading process to a variety of reading tasks.
    Note(s)
    • 45 theory hours
    • 15 lab hours

  
  • RDG 0950 - Reading and Critical Thinking

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0750  or appropriate placement scores )

    Introduces reading required for success in college. Students work on comprehensive, problem solving, note-taking, summarizing and computer-assisted research skills.
    Note(s)
    • 45 theory hours
    • 15 lab hours

  
  • RDG 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (All courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.

Religion

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)

  
  • RLGN 1105 - Religion and the Arts

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )(Recommended Prerequisite: ENG 1101 )

    Introduction to the relationship between religion and culture as reflected in the arts. Surveys the roles and functions of visual, performing, and literary arts and architecture in experiencing and expressing the social and doctrinal dimensions of several indigenous and major world religions.
  
  • RLGN 1107 - Living World Religions

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores .)

    Introduces the academic study of religion, focusing on major world religions: religions on antiquity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam and religion in primal cultures.
  
  • RLGN 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement score )

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • RLGN 2240 - Ancient Religions

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Examines the religions of the ancient Middle East, Egypt, Greco-Roman, Germanic and Celtic worlds. Provides students with an understanding of the origins of modern religions and spirituality.
  
  • RLGN 2263 - Eastern Religions

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Provides an overview of the major religions of Asia, particularly the religions of India (Hinduism and Buddhism) Persia (Zoroastrianism), China (Confucianism and Taoism) and Japan (Shintoism and Zen Buddhism).
  
  • RLGN 2264 - Western Religions

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Provides an introduction and overview of the major Western Religions, specifically Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, focusing on history, belief systems, scripture and material expressions.

Respiratory Therapy

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)

  
  • RT 1020 - Physics of Respiratory Therapy

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: RT 1070  + RT 1090 )

    Covers basic concepts of physics related to physiology of the lungs, gas laws, gas flow and mechanics of breathing. Concepts are applied to operation of respiratory therapy equipment.
  
  • RT 1030 - Pharmacology of Respiratory Therapy

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisites: RT 1540  + RT 1570  + RT 1090 )

    Presents concepts and principles of pharmacologic agents used in cardiopulmonary care. Includes study of biologic interactions, dosage calculations, side effects, indications of medication, therapeutic, diagnostic procedures and ethical and legal issues.
  
  • RT 1070 - Respiratory Therapy I

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: BIO 2110  + BIO 2192  + BIO 2210  + BIO 2292  + BIO 2310  + BIO 2392  + ENG 1101  + HLTH 1001  + IT 1010  + MATH 1210  or higher + PHIL 2247  + department approval) (Corequisites: RT 1020  + RT 1090 )

    Introduces respiratory therapy as a health sciences profession. Includes cardiopulmonary assessment, medical gas administration, aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, microbiology, infection control, equipment maintenance, incentive breathing exercises and chest physiotherapy. Students practice respiratory care procedures using state of the art equipment in the learning laboratory under simulated patient situations.
    Note(s)
    • 45 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours
    • Typically offered Fall term only.

  
  • RT 1090 - Clinical Experiences I

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisites: RT 1020  + RT 1070 )

    Provides supervised clinical experiences in area hospitals and health care facilities related to concepts presented in RT 1070 - Respiratory Therapy I .
    Note(s)
    • 180 clinical hours

  
  • RT 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  
  • RT 1540 - Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology I

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisites: RT 1030  + RT 1570  + RT 1590 )

    Presents pathophysiology and management of patients with pulmonary diseases from the perspective of a physician including causes, signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatments and prognosis for patients with these problems. Specific topics include: basic concepts of COPD, preparing a case study, chest X-ray interpretation lung defense mechanisms, asthma, chest and lung malignancies, pneumonia, post-OP Complications and restrictive lung disease.
  
  • RT 1570 - Respiratory Therapy Principles and Practices II

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RT 1020  + RT 1070  + RT 1090 ) (Corequisite: RT 1030  + RT 1540  + RT 1590 )

    Emphasizes airway management, pulmonary function testing, arterial puncture and blood gas analysis. Includes administering and home care therapy. Students practice respiratory care procedures using state of the art equipment in the learning laboratory under simulated patient situations.
    Note(s)
    • 45 theory hours
    • 45 lab hours
    • Typically offered Spring term only.

  
  • RT 1590 - Clinical Experiences II

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisites: RT 1030  + RT 1570  + RT 1540 )

    Provides supervised clinical experiences in area hospitals and health care facilities related to second term courses.
    Note(s)
    • 180 clinical hours

  
  • RT 1592 - Supplemental Skills Lab

    1 credit hour(s)


    (Pre- or corequisite: RT 1090 )

    Provides first-year Respiratory Therapy students the opportunity for additional learning and practice of respiratory therapy skills in the campus laboratory.
    Note(s)
    • 45 lab hours
    • Typically offered Fall and Spring term only.

     

 

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