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NURS 1130 - Nursing Concepts I
Lec. 4; Cr. 4
An introduction to nursing concepts and practice that are utilized in meeting individual’s basic human needs across the life span. Laboratory and clinical practice components provide opportunities for development of skill in administration of safe nursing care to individuals experiencing threats to basic human needs.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1001 /ENGL 1002 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; BIOL 2160 /BIOL 2161 ; BIOL 1011 /BIOL 1012 ; PSYC 2070 ; Grade of C or better in NURS 1000 ; selective admission to the Nursing Program.
Corequisite(s): NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 .
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NURS 1132 - Nursing Pharmacology I
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
Introduces the nursing responsibilities related to pharmacology. Covers standards and legal control of drugs and nursing implications. Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs are introduced. Review of system measurement and drug calculation to solve problems in pharmacology are covered. Steps of the nursing process are correlated with the study of pharmacology.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1001 /ENGL 1002 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; BIOL 2160 /BIOL 2161 ; BIOL 1011 /BIOL 1012 ; PSYC 2070 ; Grade of C or better in NURS 1000 ; selective admission to the Nursing Program.
Corequisite(s): NURS 1130 and NURS 1135
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NURS 1230 - Nursing Concepts II
Lec. 4; Cr. 4
Focuses on use of the nursing process in meeting needs of individuals experiencing threats to human needs and of individuals within families during the childbearing years. Laboratory and clinical practice components provide opportunity for development of skill in administration of safe, effective nursing care to individuals experiencing threats to human needs and to individuals within families during the childbearing years.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1130 , NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 . LPN Advanced Standing: Successful completion of the NLN ACE I PN-RN Foundations of Nursing and proof of current Louisiana LPN licensure.
Corequisite(s): NURS 1232 and NURS 1235 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): MATH 1425 or General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
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NURS 1232 - Nursing Pharmacology II
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
Addresses the role of the professional nurse in risk management associated with pharmacologic therapy. Content includes principle actions, therapeutic uses and adverse effects of the major classifications of drugs used throughout the lifespan including newborn, perinatal (female reproductive, prenatal, labor/delivery and postpartum, gestational diabetes and hypertension) general adult and geriatric populations. Specific pharmacologic classes related to electrolyte disturbances in homeostatic mechanisms, anti-infectives, reproductive hormones and cardiovascular agents. Dosage computation, nursing responsibilities, ethical considerations and legal implications are incorporated throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1130 , NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1230 and NURS 1235 . LPN Advanced Standing: Successful completion of the NLN ACE I PN-RN Foundations of Nursing and proof of current Louisiana LPN Licensure.
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre-or-Co-requisite: MATH 1425 .
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NURS 1235 - Nursing Clinical Practice II
Clin. 12; Cr. 4
Laboratory and clinical provide opportunity for development of skills in administration of safe, effective nursing care to individuals within families during the childbearing years as well as medical surgical patients experiencing threats to human needs.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1130 , NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1230 and NURS 1232 . LPN Advanced Standing: Successful completion of the NLN ACE I PN-RN Foundations of Nursing and proof of current Louisiana LPN licensure.
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-Requisite: MATH 1425 or General Education Humanities Elective and General Education Fine Arts Elective.
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NURS 1920 - Selected Topics
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An examination of current topics in health care. Course content varies. Credit will not apply toward the associate in nursing or the associate in respiratory care degrees.
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NURS 1921 - Selected Topics
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
An examination of current topics in health care. Course content varies. Credit will not apply toward the associate in nursing or the associate in respiratory care degrees.
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NURS 1922 - Selected Topics
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
An examination of current topics in health care. Course content varies. Credit will not apply toward the associate in nursing or the associate in respiratory care degrees.
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NURS 2350 - Transition Course for Articulating LPN Students
Lec. 4; Cr. 4
Focuses on the transition from the role of practical nurse to one of registered nurse through didactic learning experiences. Content areas include integrated processes of caring, communication and documentation, teaching learning, the nursing process and current trends in health care delivery. Patient needs include physiologic integrity and are addressed through health promotion, safety, health assessment, legal/ethical issues, medication calculations, the basis for pharmacotherapeutic interventions, fluid and electrolyte homeostasis and acid-base balance. Focuses on the transition from the role of practical nurse to one of registered nurse through laboratory and clinical learning experiences. Involves the integration of the nursing process as the basis for clinical decision making and care in the management of client needs.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1001 /ENGL 1002 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; BIOL 1011 /BIOL 1012 ; BIOL 2160 /BIOL 2161 ; PSYC 2070 ; Selective admission to the LPN Advanced Tract Program; proof of current Louisiana LPN license; Successful completion of the NLN ACE I PN-RN Nursing Examinations (Parts I & II);
Corequisite(s): NURS 2352 ;
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisite: MATH 1425 or General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective.
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NURS 2352 - Nursing Pharmacology I for Articulating Students
Cr. 1
Content includes principle actions, therepeutic uses and adverse effects of the major classifications of drugs used throughout the lifespan. Dosage computation, nursing responsibilities, ethical consideration and legal implications are incorporated throughout the course.
Corequisite(s): NURS 2350 .
Note: Summer Only.
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NURS 2401 - Nursing Concepts and Practice II
Lec. 6; Clin. 12; Cr. 10
Focuses on use of the nursing process in meeting needs of individuals experiencing threats to physiological and biopsychosocial functioning across the life span. Clinical practice component provides opportunity for development of skill in administration of safe, effective nursing care to individuals across the life span who are experiencing threats to human needs.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all first year courses; Grade of “C” or better in NURS 1201 or successful completion of NURS 2350 and NURS 2352 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisites: Mathematics and General Education Humanities Elective and General Education Fine Arts Electives.
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NURS 2450 - Nursing Concept III
Lec. 4; Cr. 4
Addresses altered psychosocial and physiologic integrity related to sensory perceptual functioning, acute and chronic behavioral health issues, perfusion and oxygenation, nutrition and metabolism across the lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): Credit for first year nursing course; Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2350 and NURS 2352 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2452 and NURS 2455 ;
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-Requisite: MATH 1425 or General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective.
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NURS 2452 - Nursing Pharmacology II for Articulating Students
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
Addresses the role of the professional nurse in drug therapy. Content includes principle actions, therapeutic uses and adverse effects of the major classification of drugs used throughout the lifespan. Dosage computations are incorporated throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2350 and NURS 2352 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2450 and NURS 2455 .
Note: Fall Only.
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NURS 2455 - Nursing Clinical Practice III
Clin. 12; Cr. 4
Clinical practice component which provides an opportunity for integrating safe and effective care for patients in primary and tertiary care centers experiencing altered psychosocial and physiologic integrity related to altered perceptions of self, others and environment, manifestations of acute and chronic common health problems of oxygenation, nutrition and metabolism.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2350 and NURS 2352 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2450 and NURS 2452 ;
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre-or Co-requisite: MATH 1425 or General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
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NURS 2501 - Nursing Concepts and Practice III
Lec. 5; Clin. 15; Cr. 10
Focuses on use of the nursing process in meeting needs of individuals experiencing multiple threats to human needs across the life span. Clinical practice provides the opportunity for development of skill in administration of safe, effective nursing care.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2401 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2510 unless a “C” or better in NURS 2510 has been achieved.
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisites: Fine Arts elective;
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NURS 2510 - Issues in the Practice of Nursing
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
Focuses on the associate degree nursing roles of manager of care and member within the discipline of nursing. Included are patient care management systems, legal-ethical issues, triage, and selected trends in health care which impact the associate degree nurse.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2401 . Credit or concurrent registration in NURS 2501 .
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NURS 2550 - Nursing Concepts IV
Lec. 4; Cr. 4
Addresses altered psychosocial and physiologic integrity across the lifespan related to mobility, cellular regulation, immunity, sensorineural function, tissue integrity, inflammatory and infectious processes, metabolic dysfunction, sexuality and complex disorders.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2450 , NURS 2452 and NURS 2455 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2552 , NURS 2555 , NURS 2556 , unless a “C” or better is achieved in NURS 2556 ;
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisites: General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
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NURS 2552 - Nursing Pharmacology III for Articulating Students
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
Addresses the role of the professional nurse in risk managment associated with pharmacologic therapy. Content includes principle actions, therapeutic uses and adverse effects of the major classifications of drugs used throughout the lifespan including pediatric and geriatric populations. Specific pharmacologic classes related to disturbances in immune system including neoplastic conditions, infections and dermatologic conditions; gastrointestinal dysfunction and disorders of the neurologic system. Dosage computation, nursing responsibilities, ethical considerations and legal implications are incorporated throughout this course.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2450 , NURS 2452 and NURS 2455 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisites: NURS 2550 , NURS 2555 and NURS 2556 .
Note: Spring Only.
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NURS 2555 - Clinical Practice IV
Clin. 15; Cr. 5
Clinical Practice component which provides an opportunity for integrating safe and effective care for those experiencing altered psychosocial and physiologic integrity. Emphasis is on managing groups of complex patients and acute care settings and collaborating with the interdisiciplinary team advocating for patients as they transition to home or community care.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2450 , NURS 2452 and NURS 2455 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2550 , NURS 2552 and NURS 2556 unless a “C” or better is achieved in NURS 2556 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre-or Co-requisite: MATH 1425 or General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
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NURS 2556 - Issues, Trends and Management of Care in Nursing
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
Focuses on professional behaviors, leadership principles, legal-ethical issues, delegation, triage and selected trends in health care which impact the associate degree nursing. LPN Course ONLY.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2450 , NURS 2452 and NURS 2455 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co- requisites: NURS 2550 , NURS 2552 and NURS 2555 ; General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
Note: Spring Only.
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NURS 2920 - Selected Topics
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An examination of current topics in nursing and health care. Open to registered nurses and nursing majors. Course content varies; may be taken twice for credit.
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NURS 2921 - Selected Topics
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
An examination of current topics in nursing and health care. Open to registered nurses and nursing majors. Course content varies; may be taken twice for credit.
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NURS 2922 - Selected Topics
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
An examination of current topics in nursing and health care. Open to registered nurses and nursing majors. Course content varies; may be taken twice for credit.
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Nutrition |
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NUTR 2010 - Nutrition in Health
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Principles of nutrition and their applications in promoting health with emphasis on the adult guidelines.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1011 or CHEM 1201 .
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Paralegal Studies |
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PRLG 1001 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An introductory course in paralegal studies; the role and the skills of the paralegal.
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PRLG 2128 - Personal Injury
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A review of the theories, concepts and practical application of tort law in relation to personal injury practice, with particular emphasis on Louisiana Law. This course includes injuries to persons and property, intentional torts, negligence, product liability, strict liability. Practical skills involving evaluation of claims and case analysis are also included.
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PRLG 2129 - Real Property Law
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A study of real property law, including ownership and other interests, transfer, value, finance and taxation, environmental concerns, and related ethical problems.
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PRLG 2130 - Civil Litigation
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An introduction to civil litigation, including case preparation, discovery, pleadings and motions, trial and post-trial proceedings.
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PRLG 2131 - Family Law Practice
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A survey of the laws concerning marriage, divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, community property, and adoption. Topics include interviewing clients, calculating child support payments, drafting pleadings, managing cases, and assisting the attorney in discovery and preparation for trial.
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PRLG 2133 - Computer Skills for Paralegals
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An introduction to computer concepts, including hardware and software systems, as well as an introduction to the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, WordPerfect, law office management software, spreadsheets, and the Internet, as applied in a legal setting.
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PRLG 2134 - Paralegal Practice
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Instruction in legal practice with regard to paralegal job duties and responsibilities. Through the use of simulated cases obtained from attorneys, paralegals will be trained in routine tasks performed by practicing paralegals, including, but not limited to, calendaring, tickler systems, document production and management, file organization and maintenance, and court filing.
Prerequisite(s): PRLG 2130 .
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PRLG 2153 - Criminal and Related Law
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Survey of rules of Louisiana criminal procedures and criminal laws as well as federal and state law with regard to arrest, interrogation, search and seizure, grand juries, right to counsel, and judicial process.
Cross-Referenced as: CJ 2153 .
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PRLG 2230 - Legal Research and Writing I
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An overview of basic techniques and methods of legal research; practice in writing various legal documents and proper legal citation forms.
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PRLG 2231 - Legal Research and Writing II
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An overview of basic techniques and skills needed for the use of law books; practice and guidance in legal writing, analysis, and evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): PRLG 2230 .
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PRLG 2990 - Practicum in Paralegal Studies
Cr. 6
A structured program of individualized work experience in paralegal studies with a participating employer. Each student will work with the coordinator or a faculty member from the Paralegal Studies Program. The student’s experience will be related to academic studies and must contribute significantly to professional development. A minimum of 60 clock hours of work are required for each hour of academic credit. Arrangements must be made prior to registration, including acceptance of initial proposal and credit hour assignment. A written final report must be submitted. May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 24 credit hours, and recommendation by advisor, program coordinator, and the Head, Division of Liberal Arts.
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 1000 - Introduction to Philosophy
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Major works on such themes as appearance and reality, human nature, nature of knowledge, relation of mind and body, right and good, existence of God, and freedom and determinism.
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PHIL 1001 - Honors Introduction to Philosophy
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A topical survey of major philosophical questions, with emphasis on the relation of philosophy to science, religion and law.
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PHIL 1021 - Introduction to Philosophy: Elementary Logic
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
No special background presupposed. Formal and informal reasoning; traditional syllogistic logic; introduction to propositional logic; scientific method of natural and social sciences.
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PHIL 2018 - Professional Ethics
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Special problems of obligation and valuation related to law, medicine, politics, and education, as well as business, engineering, and architecture; altruism, trust, vocation, codes of honor, professional privilege, and responsibilities for others arising from differential abilities.
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Physical Science |
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PHSC 1001 - Physical Science
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A survey course covering topics in physics such as mechanics, electricity and magnetism, optics, thermodynamics, and astronomy. Attention is given to recent discoveries and applications. This course is not intended for students who wish to pursue further work in these areas and may not be substituted for the basic course in these fields.
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to schedule MATH 1021 (College Algebra) or consent of the Head, Division of Sciences.
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PHSC 1002 - Physical Science
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A survey course in various fields of physical science emphasizing the more significant developments in chemistry and geology with attention given to recent discoveries and applications. This course is not intended for students who wish to pursue further work in these areas and may not be substituted for the basic course in these fields.
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PHSC 1005 - Physical Science Laboratory
Lab. 2; Cr. 1
Inquiry based learning laboratory to accompany PHSC 1001 . Topics include motion, forces, fluids, optics, electricity/magnetism and astronomy.
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Prerequisite/Co-requisite: PHSC 1001 .
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Physics |
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PHYS 1001 - Principles of Physics
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A study of basic physical principles, both Newtonian and modern, with emphasis on applications in the health professions.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1021 .
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PHYS 1501 - Introduction to Traffic Accident Investigation
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
This course reviews procedures pertaining to at-scene accident data collections from people, vehicles, roads, photographs, tires, and mapping of the accident scene. A concurrent review in mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry) is provided in order to enable students to perform calculations in distance, speed, and road elevation.
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PHYS 1502 - Traffic Accident Investigation and Introduction to Traffic Accident Reconstruction
Lec. 6; Cr. 6
This course reviews procedures pertaining to data analysis from the scene of accidents and provides technical preparation for the reconstruction of accidents. Information provided in this course will cover vehicle damage analysis and behavior. Newton’s laws of motion, equations of motion, and the mathematics required to study these topics, momentum and energy exchange in collision, study of tires and lamps, and an introduction to computer analysis of accidents.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1501 .
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PHYS 2001 - General Physics
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
For pre-medical and non-professional science students. Credit will not be given for this course and PHYS 2101 . The study of mechanics, heat, sound, and light.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1022 .
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PHYS 2002 - General Physics
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
For pre-medical and non-professional science students. Credit will not be given for this course and Physics 2102. The study of electricity, magnetism, and topics in modern physics.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2001 .
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PHYS 2050 - Dynamics and Behavior of Vehicles in Collision
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
This course covers mechanics of vehicle movements and forces acting on it as these forces are related to motor vehicle accidents.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1501 , MATH 1021 or equivalent (passing of an entrance exam and/or consent of instructor).
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PHYS 2101 - General Physics for Technical Students
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Principles and applications of mechanics, heat, sound, and light for students majoring in mathematics, chemistry, or engineering.
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in MATH 1552 .
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PHYS 2102 - General Physics for Technical Students
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Principles and applications of electricity, magnetism, light, and modern physics for students majoring in mathematics, chemistry, or engineering.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2101 and MATH 1552 .
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POLS 2051 - American Government
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A survey of the principles, structures, processes, and functions of American government with emphasis on the national government.
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POLS 2056 - Louisiana Government
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
State and local government and politics in Louisiana.
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POLS 2060 - Introduction to Political Theory
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
For students interested in political theory. Basic concepts and principles of analysis of normative and empirical political thought.
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Poultry |
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POUL 1049 - Poultry Production
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Principles and practices of commercial poultry production.
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Psychology |
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PSYC 2000 - Introduction to Psychology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An introduction to the understanding, prediction, and control of human behavior.
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PSYC 2001 - Honors: Introduction to Psychology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Same as PSYC 2000 with special honors emphasis for qualified students. An introduction to the description, understanding, prediction, and control of human behavior.
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PSYC 2004 - Psychology of Adjustment
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An introduction to the study of adjustment mechanisms in normal adults and a survey of broad areas of abnormal behavior as presented by the major personality theorists.
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PSYC 2040 - Social Psychology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Cultural forces as they affect attitudes, social learning, perception, and communication of the individual and group.
Prerequisite(s): 3 semester hours of psychology or sociology.
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PSYC 2055 - Psychology and Law
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An examination of the ways in which the field of psychology affects, reacts to, and conflicts with the legal system in the U.S. The course includes review and discussion of current topics and issues to illustrate relevant areas of study.
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PSYC 2060 - Educational Psychology
Lec. 2; Cr. 3
Principles of learning, motivation, development, and evaluation as related to the educative process.
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PSYC 2070 - Developmental Psychology of the Life Span
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Survey of developmental processes across the life span.
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PSYC 2076 - Child Psychology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
The study of the physical, social, and psychological development of the child.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2000 or PSYC 2060 or consent of the Head, Division of Liberal Arts.
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PSYC 2078 - Adolescent Psychology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
The study of adolescent behavior relying upon data from clinical sources and the literature concerning social, physical, and psychological development.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2000 or PSYC 2060 or consent of the Head, Division of Liberal Arts.
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RADT 1000 - Introduction to Radiography
Lec. 1; Cr. 1
A survey of basic principles and practices of radiography with hospital Radiology Department observation.
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 1001 and MATH 1021 . A grade of “C” or better must be earned for eligibility of selection into the Radiologic Technology Program.
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RADT 1001 - Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care
Lec. 1; Lab. 2; Cr. 1
A study of basic patient care procedures including venipuncture and pharmacology in the Radiology Department. An understanding of human diversity and ethical and legal issues as they apply to radiologic technology will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): ALLH 1013 ; RADT 1000 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; selective admissions to the Radiologic Technology Program.
Corequisite(s): RADT 1091 .
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RADT 1011 - Radiographic Imaging and Equipment
Lec. 2; Lab. 2; Cr. 3
A study of radiation concepts, electricity, electromagnetism, x-ray equipment, the x-ray tube, x-ray production, filtration, prime factors, vision and perception, beam restriction devices, application to pathology, and grids.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1001 and RADT 1091 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 1021 and RADT 1092 .
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RADT 1012 - Radiographic Processing
Lec. 2; Lab. 2; Cr. 3
A study of radiographic film, film processing, film sensitometry, intensifying screens, film/screen combinations, digital image processing, digital radiography, digital image management, analyzing the image, and comparing exposure systems in formulating techniques.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1011 , RADT 1021 and RADT 1092 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 1022 and RADT 1093 .
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RADT 1021 - Radiographic Procedures I
Lec. 3; Lab. 2; Cr. 4
A study of radiographic procedures related to the upper and lower extremities, the shoulder girdle, pelvis and upper femora, vertebral column, and bony thorax.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1001 and RADT 1091 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 1011 and RADT 1092 .
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RADT 1022 - Radiographic Procedures II
Lec. 3; Lab. 2; Cr. 4
A study of radiographic procedures related to the GI and GU Tract, cranium and facial bones, reproductive system, pediatrics, tomography, trauma and surgical concepts. Introduction to special studies in radiography.
Prerequisite(s): Radiologic Technology RADT 1011 , RADT 1021 , and RADT 1092 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 1012 and RADT 1093 .
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RADT 1091 - Applied Radiography I
Clin. 6; Cr. 2
Freshman clinical rotation. Supervised clinical practice of basic skills related to patient management and the radiology department. Preliminary steps in radiography, positioning terminology, and an introduction to chest and abdominal radiography will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): ALLH 1013 ; RADT 1000 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; selective admission to the Radiologic Technology Program.
Corequisite(s): RADT 1001 .
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RADT 1092 - Applied Radiography II
Clin. 12; Cr. 4
Freshman clinical rotation. Supervised clinical practice of basic skills related to radiographic procedures with emphasis on chest, abdomen, extremities, vertebral column, and bony thorax.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1001 and RADT 1091 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 1011 and RADT 1021 .
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RADT 1093 - Applied Radiography III
Clin. 12; Cr. 4
Freshman clinical rotation. Supervised clinical practice of basic skills related to radiographic procedures with emphasis on bony thorax, GU/GI systems, fluroscopic studies, and skull.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1011 , RADT 1021 , and RADT 1092 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 1012 and RADT 1022 .
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RADT 2031 - Special Imaging Modalities
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A study of specialized imaging techniques emphasis on radiographic equipment, accessory devices, and computer-based technology. Introduction to the variety of special imaging modalities in radiology.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all first-year Radiologic Technology courses and RADT 2091 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 2033 and RADT 2092 .
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RADT 2033 - Advanced Radiobiology and Protection
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A study of radiobiology with emphasis on cellular components, radiation effects, and protective measures; federal regulations governing radiation protection.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all first-year Radiologic Technology courses and RADT 2091 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 2031 and RADT 2092 .
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RADT 2036 - Radiographic Pathology
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A study of radiographic pathology with related topics in anatomy and physiology; critique of pathologic conditions using a variety of imaging modalities.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 2031 , RADT 2033 , and RADT 2092 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 2038 and RADT 2093 .
Note: A grade of C or better must be earned for eligibility of selection into the Respiratory Care Program.
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RADT 2038 - Registry Review
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A study of topics and techniques chosen for their relevance to contemporary radiographic practices and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Examination.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 2031 , RADT 2033 , and RADT 2092 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 2036 and RADT 2093 .
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RADT 2091 - Applied Radiography IV
Clin. 15; Cr. 5
Sophomore clinical rotation. Continued performance of radiographic procedures with emphasis on the bony thorax and skull. Experience in trauma will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all first-year Radiologic Technology courses.
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RADT 2092 - Applied Radiography V
Clin. 24; Cr. 8
Sophomore clinical rotation. Continued performance of radiologic procedures with emphasis on special imaging modalities.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of first-year Radiologic Technology courses and RADT 2091 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 2031 and RADT 2033 .
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RADT 2093 - Applied Radiography VI
Clin. 24; Cr. 8
Sophomore clinical rotation. Advanced application of clinical skills involving management of all aspects of the radiographic process.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 2031 , RADT 2033 , and RADT 2092 .
Corequisite(s): RADT 2036 and RADT 2038 .
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RC 1001 - Introduction to Respiratory Care
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A survey of basic principles and practices of respiratory care with observation in an area respiratory care department. A review of health care in the United States and an introduction to professional communication and ethics. Also included is the study of medical terminology as it relates to understanding cardiopulmonary diseases, their causes and effects.
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 1001 .
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RC 2011 - Respiratory Care Science I
Cr. 3
Theory and application of gas therapy, aerosol therapy and bronchial hygiene. An introduction to equipment and various methods used to administer gas and aerosol therapy as well as the evaluation of the effectiveness of the therapy; includes an introduction to pharmacologic principles of drug administration used in advanced life support. An overview of chemical and physical agents and practices used to control the spread of infection will be stressed.
Prerequisite(s): Selective admission into the Respiratory Care Program.
Corequisite(s): RC 2012 , RC 2013 and RC 2014 .
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RC 2012 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Study specific to the structures and functions of the heart and lungs with an emphasis in gas exchange. Respiratory care concepts introduced involving insufficiency and acid-base balance of the body with an emphasis on physiology in order to recognize abnormal function and to apply appropriate technology and therapy.
Prerequisite(s): Selective admission into the Respiratory Care Program.
Corequisite(s): RC 2011 , RC 2013 and RC 2014 .
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RC 2013 - Respiratory Care Instruction
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Application of patient physical assessment and study in respiratory physiology which includes mechanics of breathing and control of ventilation. Theory and application of airway management, chest physiotherapy, oxygen supply systems, oxygen analyzers, regulators, blood gas analyzers, pulmonary function testing and cardiopulmonary resuscitative methods.
Prerequisite(s): Selective admission into the Respiratory Care Program.
Corequisite(s): RC 2011 , RC 2012 and RC 2014 .
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RC 2014 - Conference and Clinical Experience I
Clin. 24; Cr. 4
Clinical experience in an authorized hospital for one semester includes applications in respiratory therapy equipment, techniques, and therapeutics in general patient care with pediatric and adult patients.
Prerequisite(s): Selective admission into the Respiratory Care Program.
Corequisite(s): RC 2011 , RC 2012 and RC 2014 .
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RC 2015 - Respiratory Care Science II
Lec. 4; Cr. 4
An advanced course in airway management and mechanical invasive and non-invasive ventilation. Instruction in the management of patients requiring assisted and controlled ventilation as it refers specifically to respiratory care problems associated with general medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory disease, general surgery, and thoracic and cardiovascular surgery. Included are discussions of basic and advanced life support methods and the critical care techniques of the newborn and adult care patient.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2011 , RC 2012 and RC 2014 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2016 and RC 2017 .
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RC 2016 - Conference and Clinical Experience II
Clin. 4; Cr. 4
Clinical experience in an affiliated clinical agency, to include more advanced forms of therapeutic and diagnostic techniques such as initiation, management and discontinuance of mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2011 , RC 2012 , RC 2013 and RC 2014 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2015 and RC 2017 .
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RC 2017 - Pathophysiology in Respiratory Care
Lec. 4; Cr. 4
Discussion of current issues related to etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, treatment and outcomes of various diseases and conditions that directly affect the cardiopulmonary system. This course also highlights the needs and care of the geriatric patient. Students will learn the application of clinical data through the use of clinical case studies. A review of theory and clinical skills to enhance critical thinking skills needed in a critical care setting with an emphasis on invasive monitoring such as hemodynamic measurement, ventilation/perfusion and pulmonary assessment. Included is an overview of diagnostic procedures and interpretive skills in cardioplumonary function, chest radiographs, lung dynamics, specialty gases, blood gas analysis, metabolic assessment, and special procedures.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2011 , RC 2012 , RC 2013 and RC 2014 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2015 and RC 2016 .
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RC 2019 - Advanced Respiratory Care Pharmacology
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
Medications related to the respiratory system. Emphasis will be placed on drug calculations, anti-inflammatory, non-steroidal anti-asthmatics and anti-infective drugs. Overview of nicotine replacement drugs, common cold and cough remedies, sedatives, analgesics, neuromuscular blocking agents, diuretics, pulmonary vascular vasodilators and cardiac drugs.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2015 , RC 2016 and RC 2017 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2020 .
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RC 2020 - Conference and Clinical Experience III
Clin. 12; Cr. 2
Clinical experience in respiratory care in an affiliated clinical agency, to provide additional experience and application in general care, critical care and diagnostics.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2015 , RC 2016 and RC 2017 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2019 .
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RC 2021 - Perinatology and Pediatric Respiratory Care
Lec./Lab. 5; Cr. 3
A combined lecture and laboratory course which emphasizes an in depth study of the pathophysiology and diseases of newborns and pediatric patients. Diagnostics, monitoring of clinical indices and therapeutic measures (i.e. surfactant therapy, high frequency ventilation, ECMO) used in perinatal/pediatric respiratory care.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2019 and RC 2020 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2022 , RC 2024 and RC 2025 .
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RC 2022 - Quality Leadership and Management for Health Care Professionals
Lec. 2; Cr. 2
Study and discussion of current practices/trends and techniques used in the management of the health care environment. Emphasis will be placed upon specific skill sets used by the managers of today’s workforce. Included is discussion of quality improvement tools and techniques to find and solve problems in the health care setting.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2019 and RC 2020 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2021 , RC 2024 and RC 2025 .
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RC 2024 - Conference and Clinical Experience IV
Clin. 24; Cr. 4
Clinical experiences in respiratory care in an affiliated clinical agency, which includes neonatal, pediatric and adult critical care and diagnostics.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2019 and RC 2020 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2021 , RC 2024 and RC 2025 .
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RC 2025 - Professional Review Seminar Lab
Lec./Lab. 7; Cr. 3
Comprehensive assessments and evaluation of knowledge based, and critical thinking skills via therapist self-assessment examination and computer-based competency simulations. Remediation and review based on the results of the evaluations of therapist self-assessment examination and computer-based competency simulations.
Prerequisite(s): RC 2019 and RC 2020 .
Corequisite(s): RC 2021 , RC 2022 and RC 2024 .
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SCI 2102 - Science for Fifth and Sixth Grade Science Teachers
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A study of the nature of chemicals and how they relate to our environment. Emphasis will be on enhancing the teacher’s knowledge of chemistry as it relates to health and environmental science.
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SCI 2103 - Science for Elementary and Middle/Junior High Teachers
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A study of the natural sciences and how they relate to our environment.
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SOCL 2001 - Introductory Sociology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A survey of major subject areas and principles of sociology.
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SOCL 2002 - Honors Introduction to Sociology
Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Same as SOCL 2001 with special honors emphasis for qualified students. A survey of major subject areas and principles of sociology. Credit will not be given for this course and SOCL 2001 .
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