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Physics
  

  • PHYS 201 - General Physics I algebra-based

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    An algebra-trigonometry based study of mechanics, properties of materials, thermal energy, and wave motion Fall

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 109  or MATH 109L  , MATH 110  .
  

  • PHYS 202 - General Physics II algebra-based

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    An algebra-trigonometry based study electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, and optics. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 
  

  • PHYS 203L - General Physics I Lab

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 3
    Credit Hour(s): 1

    Sessions consist of observing reporting, and interpreting physical phenomena. Fall

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): PHYS 201  
  

  • PHYS 204L - General Physics II Lab

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 3
    Credit Hour(s): 1

    Sessions consist of observing, reporting, and interpreting physical phenomena. Spring

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): PHYS 202  

Political Science
  

  • POSC 200 - American National Government

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Survey of the American political system, with emphasis on the Constitution, governmental structure, the political process and selected policy outcomes Fall, Spring
  

  • POSC 210 - Introduction to Politics

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Answers perennial questions such as: “What is politics?”, “Why is politics important?”, “What has politics got to do with me?”, “Can I live my life without focusing on politics?”, “Does it matter how we structure our governmental processes?”, and “Do values matter in structuring a political system?” Presenting a broad overview of the academic analysis of politics. This course focuses on explaining key political concepts utilized in political science and political theory while applying these concepts to various political processes, institutions, ideologies, political change, etc. in order to both expose students to the world of politics while helping students, utilizing the comparative method, to clarify their own articulation of political beliefs, attitudes, and dispositions. Fall
  

  • POSC 218 - State and Local Government

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A comparative study of American state and local governments, with emphasis on federalism, federal and state relations, interstate regulations, and structure and political process of state and local governments. Spring
  

  • POSC 290 - Topics in Political Science

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Formal course in diverse areas of political science. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): 3 credits in political science.
  

  • POSC 300 - Political Thought

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A survey of ancient, medieval, modern, and post-modern political thought. Special attention given to contemporary political ideologies, including fundamentalism, feminism, environmentalism, communitarianism, and multiculturalism. Fall

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): POSC 200  or  POSC 210  
  

  • POSC 312 - Comparative Politics

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    This course focuses on both the substantive study of countries’ political systems as well as the method of identifying and explaining similarities and differences between those countries using internationally applicable concepts central to the discipline of political science. Students in POSC 312 will also enroll in INST 492 Soliya Connect Program for one extra hour of credit. Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210  and INST 492  
  

  • POSC 325 - Judicial Process in America

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Study of the American legal system on both the state and national levels. Focus on the concept of law, selection of judges, criminal and civil procedure, trial and appellate processes. Fall

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210 .
  

  • POSC 350 - Public Administration

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Examines the context within which public administrators at the national, state, andlocal levels operate. Topics include the nature of bureaucracy, the legitimacy of public administrators in American governance, governmental budgeting and financial governance, administrative budgeting and financial management, administrative ethics, administrative theory, human resources management, intergovernmental relations, and the public policy process.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210 .
  

  • POSC 401 - American Constitutional Law

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A study of basic principles of American constitutional government with emphasis on leading Supreme Court cases. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210 .
  

  • POSC 404 - American Political Parties and Pressure Groups

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Study of American politics with emphasis upon the role, organization, functions and processes of political parties and pressure groups.

    Prerequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210 .
  

  • POSC 405 - International Relations

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Study of major concepts and approaches in world politics and analysis of process, institutions, problems of war and peace, and contemporary trends.Students in POSC 405 will also enroll in INST 492 Soliya Connect Program for one extra hour of credit. Spring

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): POSC 200   or POSC 210  and INST 492  
  

  • POSC 490 - Topics in Political Science

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Selected topics concerning political issues of historical importance, popularinterest, or contemporary relevance. May be repeated for different topics, offered as announced.

    Prerequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210  and consent of the Instructor.
  

  • POSC 495 - Special Topics in Political Science

    Credit Hour(s): 1-3

    Independent research in major field for students who have demonstrated a capacity for responsible work. Not repeatable.

    Prerequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210 , permission of directing professor and dean.
  

  • POSC 498 - Political Science Internship

    Credit Hour(s): 1-6

    Supervised field experience with a government organization or agency. Beyond submission of completed work assignments and time log, an additional written paper and/or oral presentation may be required depending on the nature of the field experience and the amount of credit requested. Course may be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours.

    Prerequisite(s): POSC 200  or POSC 210 , POSC 218 , and consent of instructor.

Psychology
  

  • PSYC 103 - General Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    An introductory course in the principles of human behavior. It deals with topics such as scientific method in psychology, measurement, learning, development, perception, motivation, personality, abnormal behavior, intelligence and others. Fall, Spring
  

  • PSYC 210 - Life Span Human Development

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    The life span covering the prenatal, early childhood, adolescent and adult stages. Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
  

  • PSYC 220 - Substance Abuse Across the Lifespan

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Students will examine how drugs influence the brain and behavior. Specifically, the course will discuss basic pharmacology (mechanisms of drug action in the brain) as well as overt behavioral and psychological changes rendered by the drug. Causes of drug addiction will be examined through various theories throughout the lifespan. The clinical definition of Substance Use Disorders and varying methods of treatment will be explored.


    Course is cross-listed with CRMJ 252  

     

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  and  PSYC 210   is recommended.
  

  • PSYC 290 - Topics in Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Formal course in diverse areas of psychology. Course may be repeated for different topics.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. PSYC 103 .
  

  • PSYC 300 - Introduction to Counseling

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Introduction to the broad spectrum of counseling as well as its history, theories, procedures, professional issues, ethical standards, accreditation, licensure and major specialties. Fall and Spring

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  and PSYC 210 .
  

  • PSYC 328 - Social Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A study and analysis of the effects of social structure upon an individual’s behavior. Social influence on personality development, attitude change, prejudice, crowd behavior, and group dynamics will be emphasized. Cross-listed with SOCI 328   Spring, Even

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  or PSYC 210 .
  

  • PSYC 329 - History of Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A study of the evolution of psychology as an academic science from its roots in physiology and philosophy to status. This study is focused through the lives of major contributors, their theories, and their influence on psychology. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  and PSYC 210 .
  

  • PSYC 350 - Health Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    The application of psychological theories to understanding physical and mental illnesses, health promotion and the prevention and treatment of illness. Introduces the key concepts and methodologies important to health psychology, and the skills to think analytically and critically about health issues. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103   and PSYC 210 .
  

  • PSYC 385 - Introduction to Biological Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Biological psychology addresses the interplay of behavior and biology with emphasis on relevant research methods and ethics. Neural mechanisms of behavior from development of the brain, sensory and motor systems, and the nervous system are explored anatomically and neurochemically as the core of this course. Brain functions and other biological functions are studied to understand behavior involving perception, learning, appetitive processes, addiction, circadian rhythm, and psychological disorders. Plasticity throughout development and after damage is covered. Case studies make the material relevant. Spring, Odd

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 210  and either BIOL 102  or BIOL 210 .
  

  • PSYC 401 - Theories of Personality

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    An introduction to the theories of the development, description, dynamics, and determinants of personality with the emphasis on the organization and functioning of personality both adaptive and maladaptive. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 210  and 3 additional hours of psychology credits.
  

  • PSYC 402 - Abnormal Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    An experimental and theoretical study of the phenomena of psychopathology, as well as a survey of the methods of clinical diagnosis and therapy. Emphasis is taken within the framework of current diagnostic classification systems. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 210  and 3 additional hours of psychology credits.
  

  • PSYC 403 - Cognitive Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Based on the information-processing model, cognitive psychology investigates the functions of mind such as learning and memory, perception, knowledge organization, language acquisition, categorization and dysfunction, problem solving and expertise, intelligence, social cognition, animal intelligence/cognition and the problems of defining and investigating consciousness. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 210  and 3 additional hours of psychology credits.
  

  • PSYC 450 - Psychological Tests

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Designed to introduce the principles that underlie the development, use and interpretation of psychological assessment tools. Topics include test construction, scaling, norming, assessment interpretation issues and psychological assessment applications in industrial, vocational, clinical and research settings. Additionally, psychological assessment will be discussed in terms of social, legal, and ethical concerns. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , MATH 210  or MATH 301  OR BUSN 310  and 6 additional hours of psychology.
  

  • PSYC 460 - Psychology and the Law

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    This course explores the practical applications of psychology and the law within the outline of scientific psychology and real world contexts. Topical areas include profiling, abuse, mass murders, predicting dangerousness, sociopathic personality, insanity, mental illness, false confessions, pedophilia, child abuse, child testimony, custody, battered spouse syndrome, elder abuse, competence, jury behavior, workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, forensic interviewing, police selection and hiring, polygraph accuracy, and jury behavior. Ethical concerns are related to the use of psychological knowledge and obligations to the community by promoting scientifically based testimony. The course content crosses multiple disciplines. Spring, Odd-years

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 210 , and 3 additional PSYC credits or CRMJ 151 .
  

  • PSYC 480 - Psychological Research Methods

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A study of the basic concepts and practices needed understand the psychological research process. Topics covered include research design, hypothesis testing, data collection, and research reporting. Qualitative and quantitative research methods and designs are studied but the primary emphasis is on quantitative research. Ethical issues are discussed both historically and currently.  Spring

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 300  or higher and MATH 210   or MATH 301  
  

  • PSYC 490 - Topics in Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Advanced formal course in diverse areas of psychology. Course may be repeated for different topics.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and 6 hours of upper-level psychology courses.
  

  • PSYC 495 - Special Topics in Psychology

    Credit Hour(s): 1-3

    Independent research for students who have demonstrated a capacity for responsible work.

    Prerequisite(s): 9 hours of psychology courses plus permission of instructor and dean.
  

  • PSYC 498 - Psychology Internship

    Lecture Hour(s): 1
    Lab Hour(s): 7
    Credit Hour(s): 8

    Supervised internship in a mental health agency. Course may be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior Standing, PSYC 300 , PSYC 402 , and consent of instructor.

Radiologic Technology
  

  • RADT 109 - Introduction to Radiology & Patient Care

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    An introduction to the profession of radiologic technology with instruction of history and modern medicine. A code of ethics and conduct, as well as elementary principles of radiation protection are inclusive. A study of the care and handling of the sick and injured patient in the radiology department. This course will encompass the concepts of basic patient care skills. Leads to certification in CPR. Summer

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program
    Corequisite(s): RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113 .
  

  • RADT 109L - Introduction to Radiology & Patient Care Lab

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 3
    Credit Hour(s): 0

    The care and handling of the sick and injured patient in the radiology department will be discussed. The student will participate, under simulated conditions, various patient care techniques. Content is designed to provide basic concepts of patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Routine and emergency patient care procedures will be described, as well as infection control procedures utilizing standard precautions. The role of the radiographer in patient education will be identified as well as an introduction to the energized laboratory. Summer

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program.
    Corequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 112 , RADT 113 .
  

  • RADT 112 - Introduction to Clinical Radiography

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 16
    Credit Hour(s): 1

    The student is introduced to the clinical phase of the practice of radiologic technology. All experiences occur at the clinical education setting providing the student with experience in imaging and ancillary areas. Summer

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program, RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 113  .
  

  • RADT 113 - Medical Terminology for Imaging Professionals

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 1
    Credit Hour(s): 0

    This course is designed to establish a knowledge of medical terminology applicable to the field of Radiology. The course will provide the ability to translate and analyze physician orders, requests and diagnostic reports in medical imaging. A focus on the word-building process incorporating prefixes and suffixes, along with many other components of medical terminology, will also be included. Summer

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Program, RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112  .
  

  • RADT 115 - Radiographic Procedures I

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Content is designed to provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures of the extremities and trunk with consideration to typical and atypical patients and/or conditions. Consideration is given to the performance of optimal diagnostic images while applying radiation safety measures and the evaluation of such images. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 116L  , RADT 117 , RADT 118 .
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 210  and BIOL 211L .
  

  • RADT 116L - Radiographic Procedures I Lab

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 2
    Credit Hour(s): 0

    Laboratory practice designed to reinforce lecture in RADT 115 . Emphasis is on imaging procedures of the extremities, shoulder girdle, thorax, abdomen, and pelvic girdle procedures. This course takes place in a radiographic imaging lab or in simulating in a hospital/clinical environment. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 115 , RADT 117 , RADT 118 .
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): RADT 115 , RADT 117 , RADT 118 . BIOL 210 , BIOL 211L .
  

  • RADT 117 - Clinical Radiography I

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 16
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    Introduction to the actual performance of patient care and to the role of a radiologic technologist. All experiences occur at the clinical education setting. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 115 , RADT 116L  , RADT 118 .
  

  • RADT 118 - Imaging Equipment and Acquisition I

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    This course is designed to explain the formation of the latent image for digital imaging and the processes by which these images become manifest. A basic introduction to the components of digital imaging systems for diagnostic radiology will be discussed. In addition to image production processes, the conditions necessary for x-ray production and properties of x-radiation will be explained. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 115 , RADT 116L  , RADT 117 .
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 109  or MATH 109L  or MATH 101  or MATH 101L  
  

  • RADT 119 - Radiographic Procedures II

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Content is designed to provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures of the spine, cranium, Fluoroscopic and Trauma procedures including basic CT correlation. Consideration is given to the performance and evaluation of optimal diagnostic images and with applying radiation safety measures for the typical and atypical patient. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113 , RADT 115 , RADT 116L  , RADT 117 , RADT 118 , “C” or better in BIOL 210  and BIOL 211L .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 120 , RADT 121L  RADT 122L  RADT 127 .
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 212  and BIOL 213L .
  

  • RADT 120 - Imaging Equipment and Acquisition II

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    This course is designed to establish guidelines for selecting the appropriate exposure factors based upon the type of imaging equipment utilized. Introduction to image evaluation within digital is a capstone to the course. The principles used for quality assurance and maintenance are presented. Prime exposure factors and the selection of these will be described. The quality factors of an image will be discussed and the controlling factor for each. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113 , RADT 115 , RADT 116L  , RADT 117 , RADT 118 , “C” or better in MATH 101  or MATH 101L  or MATH 109  or MATH 109L  
    Corequisite(s): RADT 119 , RADT 121L  RADT 122L   RADT 127 .
  
  
  
  

  • RADT 201 - Ethics and law in the Radiologic Sciences

    Lecture Hour(s): 1
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 1

    This course will provide a fundamental background in ethics. The historical and philosophical bases of ethics, as well as the elements of ethical behavior, will be discussed. The student will examine a variety of ethical issues and dilemmas found in clinical practice. Topics include misconduct, malpractice, legal and professional standards and the ASRT scope of practice. The importance of proper documentation and informed consent will be emphasized. Summer

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT courses
    Corequisite(s): RADT 212 , RADT 216 .
  

  • RADT 211 - Radiographic Procedures III

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    Content is designed to provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures, including basic computed tomography CT and special studies. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images. Additional content is designed to provide basic concepts of pharmacology. The theory and practice of basic techniques of venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents and/or intravenous medications is included. The appropriate delivery of patient care during these procedures is emphasized. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 201 , RADT 212 , RADT 216  
    Corequisite(s): RADT 220 , RADT 225 , RADT 226 .
  

  • RADT 212 - Radiographic Pathology and Image Analysis

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    This course is designed to introduce theories of disease causation and pathophysiological disorders that comprise health systems. Additionally, the content provides a basis for analyzing radiographic images. It includes etiology, pathophysiological responses, clinical manifestations, radiographic appearance, and management of alterations in body systems, the importance of minimum imaging standards, discussion of a problem solving technique for image evaluation and the factors that can affect image quality. Actual images will be included for analysis of the image and pathologies that are present. Summer

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 Level RADT courses.
    Corequisite(s): RADT 201 , RADT 216 .
  

  • RADT 216 - Clinical Radiography III

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 24
    Credit Hour(s): 1

    The student participates in fluoroscopic and radiographic procedures illustrating internal organ systems. All experiences occur at the clinical education setting. Summer

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT courses.
    Corequisite(s): RADT 201 , RADT 212 .
  

  • RADT 218 - Integration of Radiographic Principles

    Lecture Hour(s): 4
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 4

    Correlation and integration of radiographic principles, procedures, exposure, physics, anatomy, and protection. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT Courses, RADT 201 , RADT 211 , RADT 212 , RADT 216 , RADT 220 , RADT 225 , RADT 226 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 227 .
  

  • RADT 220 - Imaging Equipment and Acquisition III

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    This course is designed to establish a knowledge base in circuitry and electronics of imaging equipment. The nature and interactions of radiation will be discussed. Specialized imaging equipment, including the image intensifier, will be reviewed. Further discussion of the digital system and equipment specifications will be included. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 201 , RADT 212 , RADT 216 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 211 , RADT 225 , RADT 226 .
  

  • RADT 225 - Radiobiology and Protection

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    This course is designed to present an overview of the principles of radiation protection, including the responsibilities of the radiographer for patients, personnel, and the public. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations are incorporated. An overview of the principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems is provided. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a completely as presented. Factors affecting biological response are presented, including acute and chronic effects of radiation. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 201 , RADT 212 , RADT 216 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 211 , RADT 220 , RADT 226 .
  

  • RADT 226 - Clinical Radiography IV

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 16
    Credit Hour(s): 2

    Students perform in specialty areas as well as general areas. They become a true part of the health care team. All experiences occur at the clinical education setting. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 201 , RADT 212 , RADT 216 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 211 , RADT 220  and RADT 225  
  

  • RADT 227 - Clinical Internship

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 24
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Students perform in specialty areas as well as general areas. They become a true part of the health care team. All experiences occur at the clinical education setting. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 201 , RADT 211 , RADT 212 , RADT 216 , RADT 220 , RADT 225 , RADT 226 .
    Corequisite(s): RADT 218 .
  

  • RADT 290 - Topics in Radiology Careers

    Lecture Hour(s): 1
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 1

    Explores numerous modalities in the radiologic and Imaging Science for future educational endeavors/advances. Fall, Spring, as needed

    Prerequisite(s): RADT 109 , RADT 109L , RADT 112 , RADT 113  

Reading
  

  • READ 270 - The Reading Process

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Attention will be given to reading skills and concepts and current practices in reading instruction in the early-middle grades. This course is required as the first course in the reading sequence. Students must complete 10 additional hours of clinical experience in a public school setting Spring

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 .
  

  • READ 360 - Reading in the Content Area

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    This course addresses issues, challenges related to teaching language andcontent to students from culturally, and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Implementation and evaluation of reading interventions for struggling readers including improving overall level of reading achievement through building vocabulary, literal understanding, inferential reading, and creative content application to increase comprehension retention are covered. Fall and Summer

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
  

  • READ 371 - Teaching of Reading and Language Arts

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Classroom strategies for reading, listening, speaking, handwriting, spelling, and grammar and viewing. Fall and Spring

    Prerequisite(s): READ 270  and Admission to Teacher Education.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 330 .

Social Science
  

  • SOSC 200 - The Study of Race in the Social Sciences

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    This course is an examination of how the concept of race is understood by social scientists and how it shapes thinking in the discipline. It addresses long held contentions and prejudices surrounding the notions of race, including race as a biological reality and the more contemporary idea of it as a product on social constructionism. The course will also provide intellectual tools for interpreting behaviors and policies that have potential racialized outcomes in American culture and society.

    Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 /HIST 102 /HIST 105 /HIST 106 , or PSYC 103 , SOCI 210  or POSC 200 /POSC 210 .
  

  • SOSC 230 - Social & Economic Processes

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Designed to acquaint and engage students with foundational work in economics, sociology, and political science, by addressing social classification through markets, the performative role of economic relationships, including the subjectivity of agents and the resulting structural operation of social formations.

    Prerequisite(s): HIST 101  HIST 102  HIST 105  HIST 106  POSC 200  POSC 210  PSYC 103 , or SOCI 210   
  

  • SOSC 340 - Model United Nations

    Credit Hour(s): 1-2

    Introduces students to the actual workings of the United Nations, offering insight into the difficulties involved in reaching consensus on a variety of international issues that might come before that body. may be repeated to a maximum of 8 credit hours.

    Prerequisite(s): COMM 201  or COMM 208 .
  

  • SOSC 341 - Gender Studies

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Designed to acquaint and engage students with a social scientific approach in examining the role of gender in human behavior and society.  Surveying social processes as they relate to gender’s role in culture, society, and history encompasses the framework for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): HIST 101  HIST 102  HIST 105  HIST 106  POSC 200  POSC 210  PSYC 103 , or SOCI 210  
  

  • SOSC 490 - Seminar in Social Science

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    The capstone course for social science majors assesses competence in social science Core courses and in the area of specialization through a variety of assignments such as book critique, research paper, and content exam.

    Prerequisite(s): Social Science major and Senior Standing.

Sociology
  

  • SOCI 210 - Principles of Sociology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Designed to acquaint the student with the scientific method as it is applied to the study of human behavior. A survey of social processes as they relate to culture and society forms the reference framework for the course. Fall, Spring
  

  • SOCI 290 - Topics in Sociology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Formal course in diverse areas of sociology. Course may be repeated for different topics.

    Prerequisite(s): SOCI 210 .
  

  • SOCI 300 - Social Research Methods

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Assists students to understand and apply basic quantitative and qualitative methods used to conduct social research. Students are introduced to a variety of research design, measurement, data collection, and data analysis techniques. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 210  or MATH 301 ; and PSYC 103  or SOCI 210 .
  

  • SOCI 305 - Global Social Problems

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    This course explores significant social problems in contemporary society, examines the process of how these social problems arise in society, and considers possible solutions. The social problems in this class cover both local-level and national-level problems in the US as well as global social problems, which is an exercise in sociological imagination. Theories and research are used to understand and analyze social problems and policy processes that address these problems.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): SOCI 210  
  

  • SOCI 320 - Introduction to Sociological Theories

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Introduces students to the major theoretical perspectives used in sociological inquiry and their applications to contemporary social analysis. Includes historical background of significant theorists and their theories from the nineteenth century through the present. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): SOCI 210 .
  

  • SOCI 323 - Social Deviance

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    The study and analysis of several types of disapproved behavior, which have aroused major social concern and efforts to do something about them. Special emphasis will be given to such areas as drug use and addiction; homosexuality; prostitution; white collar, professional, organized, and violent crimes; suicide; and mental illness. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): SOCI 210 .
  

  • SOCI 324 - Marriage and Family Relations

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Deals with the psychological factors inherent in marriage and family relations. Includes such premarital factors as dating, courtship, and selection of a mate. Relates to the integration of personalities in the marital union and training of the progeny. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): SOCI 210 .
  

  • SOCI 328 - Social Psychology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A study and analysis of the effects of social structure upon an individual’s behavior. Social influence on personality development, attitude change, prejudice, crowd behavior, and group dynamics will be emphasized. Cross-listed with PSYC 328 .

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  or SOCI 210  
  

  • SOCI 330 - Social Class in America

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    A study of the fundamental principles of social stratification with emphasis on the American class system. Attention given to the universality of social class and the persistence of social inequality in the United States. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): SOCI 210 .
  

  • SOCI 410 - Medical Sociology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Provides students with an understanding of the dominant issues in health and illness from a cross-cultural perspective. Areas of emphasis include the impact of morbidity and premature mortality on the social system; the concept of culture as it relates to health; historical development of medicine; models of health behavior; exploration of various theoretical frameworks associated with mental illness; and related topics. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): SOCI 210 .
  

  • SOCI 490 - Topics in Sociology

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Advanced formal course in diverse areas of sociology. Course may be repeated for different topics.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and 6 hours of upper-level sociology courses.
  

  • SOCI 495 - Special Topics in Sociology

    Credit Hour(s): 1-3

    Independent research in major field for students who have demonstrated a capacity for responsible work. Not repeatable.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of directing professor and dean.

Sonography
  

  • SONO 300 - Intro to Sonography & Patient Care

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Establishes the sonography student foundations of diagnostic medical sonography, including sonographic terminology, scan plane orientations, anatomic relationships, sonographic departmental ethics and professionalism, basic patient care principles and techniques, patient and student safety aspects of sonography, and the hospital environment. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program currently enrolled in Nursing or Allied Health Program, or permission of instructor.
    Corequisite(s): SONO 310 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 .
  

  • SONO 310 - Sectional Anatomy for Sonographers

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Instructs the sonography student on normal sectional anatomy in various planes with emphasis on abdomen-pelvic organs, small parts imaging, and vasculature. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program.
    Corequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 .
  

  • SONO 312 - Clinical Sonography I

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 8
    Credit Hour(s): 1

    Introduces student knowledge and understanding of sonographic skills under supervision through observation and participation in a diagnostic medical environment; may include on-campus lab setting, private office setting, and hospital rotation. Includes various types of sonographic imaging specialties, such as abdominal, small parts imaging, obstetrics, gynecological, and vascular studies. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program
    Corequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 310 , SONO 316 .
  

  • SONO 316 - US Physics and Instrumentation I

    Lecture Hour(s): 4
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 4

    Examines the use of sonographic evaluation with human tissue, sonographic imaging instrumentation, scanning technology, transducers, Doppler Effect, Spectral and Color- Doppler principles, artifacts, and performance and safety aspects of sonography. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Program.
    Corequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 310 , SONO 312 .
  

  • SONO 318 - Abdominal Sonographic Imaging

    Lecture Hour(s): 4
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 4

    Designed to examine the clinical applications of abdominal sonographic imaging including interpretation of normal, normal variant and abnormal sonographic signs and symptoms, findings, scanning techniques, protocols, pathology and clinical lab tests. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 310 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 322 .
  

  • SONO 320 - Small Parts Imaging

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Designed to examine the clinical applications of small part sonographic imaging including interpretation of normal, normal variant and abnormal sonographic signs and symptoms, findings, scanning techniques, protocols, pathology and clinical lab tests. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 322 .
  

  • SONO 322 - Clinical Sonography II

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 24
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Builds student knowledge and understanding of sonographic skills under supervision through observation and participation in a diagnostic medical environment; may include on-campus lab setting, private office setting, and hospital rotation. Includes various types of sonographic imaging specialties, such as abdominal, small parts imaging, obstetrics, gynecological, and vascular studies. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 310 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 318 , SONO 320 .
  

  • SONO 324 - OB/GYN Sonography Imaging

    Lecture Hour(s): 4
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 4

    Designed to examine the clinical applications of obstetrics and gynecological sonographic imaging including interpretation of normal, normal variant and abnormal sonographic signs and symptoms, findings, scanning techniques, protocols, pathology and clinical lab tests. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 310 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 ,SONO 318 , SONO 320 , SONO 322 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 400 , SONO 414 .
  

  • SONO 400 - Vascular Sonographic Imaging

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Discusses the principles of vascular sonographic imaging, related anatomy, normal variants, common pathologies, and physiology and hemodynamics of vascular imaging. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 310 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 , SONO 318 , SONO 320 ,SONO 322 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 324 , SONO 414 .
  

  • SONO 410 - Specialty Sonographic Procedures

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Presents some basic echocardiography, basic pediatric echocardiography, neurosonography, and other related sonographic studies such as neonatal spine and the pediatric hip, including anatomy, special techniques and skills, clinical symptoms and associated laboratory tests. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): All SONO 300 level and, SONO 400 , SONO 414 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 416 , SONO 418 .
  

  • SONO 414 - Clinical Sonography III

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 24
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Enhances student knowledge and understanding of sonographic skills under supervision through observation and participation in a diagnostic medical environment; may include on-campus lab setting, private office setting, and hospital rotation. Includes various types of sonographic imaging specialties, such as abdominal, small parts imaging, obstetrics, gynecological, and vascular studies. Fall

    Prerequisite(s): SONO 300 , SONO 310 , SONO 312 , SONO 316 , SONO 318 , SONO 320 , SONO 322 
    Corequisite(s): SONO 324 , SONO 400 .
  

  • SONO 416 - Clinical Sonography IV

    Lecture Hour(s): 0
    Lab Hour(s): 32
    Credit Hour(s): 4

    Advances student knowledge and understanding of sonographic skills under supervision through observation and participation in a diagnostic medical environment; may include on-campus lab setting, private office setting, and hospital rotation. Includes various types of sonographic imaging specialties, such as abdominal, small parts imaging, obstetrics, gynecological, and vascular studies. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): All 300 level SONO and SONO 400 , SONO 414 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 410 , SONO 418 .
  

  • SONO 418 - Integration of Sonography Principles

    Lecture Hour(s): 4
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 4

    Integrate and review the sonographic information presented throughout the sonography program in order to prepare the student for the diagnostic medical sonography registry examination.

    Prerequisite(s): All 300 Level SONO and SONO 400 , SONO 414 .
    Corequisite(s): SONO 410 , SONO 416 .

Spanish
  

  • SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish I.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Grammar and syntax, pronunciation, elementary written and oral composition. Fall, Spring
  

  • SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Continuation of SPAN 101  with introduction of elementary collateral readings. Spring

    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 .

Special Education
  

  • SPED 310 - Introduction to Special Education

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    An introduction to the characteristics of exceptional and diverse learners and their education. The focus is on current issues in special education, laws related to special education, identification of exceptional learners, the referral process, individualized programming, accommodations for inclusion in regular classrooms, and collaboration with other professionals and parents. Students will research current issues and trends related to educating exceptional learners.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110 , EDUC 200 .
  

  • SPED 311 - Teaching Special Needs Students in Inclusive Classrooms

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Lab Hour(s): 0
    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Designed for education students who will teach diverse learners and students with special needs in inclusive settings. This course examines instructional methods proven effective in educating students with exceptionalities. Legal definitions, characteristics, prevalence and educational adaptations for each area of exceptionality are stressed. Legal rights of students with exceptionalities and their parents, and the responsibilities of educators in addressing those rights are emphasized. Fall and Spring

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110 , EDUC 200 , SPED 310 .
  

  • SPED 312 - Math Strategies for Exceptional Learners

    Credit Hour(s): 3

    This course presents research-based strategies, tools for assessment, and technology to support exceptional students in learning math. Math skills of reasoning, comprehension, and standards-based instruction will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of SPED 310 
  

  • SPED 313 - Assessment, Curriculum, and Planning for Exceptional Learners

    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Candidates will explore the implementation of assessment, development of curriculum, and strategies for planning instruction for exceptional learners. Candidates will explore models of classroom-based assessment and intense intervention for students with disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110 , EDUC 200 , SPED 310 
  

  • SPED 314 - Behavior Management and Instructional Supports

    Credit Hour(s): 3

    This course presents principles and practices in research-based applied behavior analysis and other strategies with both normal and exceptional learners, emphasizing those with learning disabilities, behavior disorders and mental impairments.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of SPED 310 
  

  • SPED 315 - Trends and Issues in Special Education

    Credit Hour(s): 3

    Candidates will explore a variety of special education related topics including legal/ethical issues, documentation procedures, and development of the IEP as well as models of service delivery and collaboration that can be used in school and community settings.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110 , EDUC 200 , SPED 310 
 

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