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MATH 1023 (CMAT 1233) - Pre-Calculus Lec. 5; Cr. 5
A combined course on: function properties and graphs; inverse functions; linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions with applications; systems of equations; trigonometric functions and graphs; inverse trig functions; fundamental identities and angle formulas; solving equations, triangles with applications; polar coordinate system. Credit will not be give for both this course and MATH 1021 or MATH 1022 . For qualified students, a replacement for MATH 1021 and MATH 1022 as preparation for calculus.
Prerequisite(s): Mathematics ACT subscore of 23 or higher, or placement by department.
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MATH 1425 (CMAT 1303) - Elementary Statistics Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Descriptive statistics; probability; discrete and continuous (including the binomial, normal and T) distributions; sampling distributions; interval estimation; hypothesis testing; linear regression and correlation.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1021 .
Cr.: 3 |
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MATH 1431 (CMAT 2103) - Calculus with Business and Economic Applications Lec. 3; Cr. 3
An introduction to differential and integral calculus, with an emphasis on applications, designed primarily for business, economics, and social sciences. Topics include limits, the first and the second derivative, the first and second derivative tests for relative extrema; exponential and logarithmic functions; the definite and indefinite integral, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Calculus will be used to solve real world applications. (This course is not equivalent to Calculus I and does not serve as a prerequisite for Calculus II.) Credit will be given for only one of the following: MATH 1431, MATH 1441, MATH 1550 .
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1021 , or consent of the Head, Division of Sciences and Mathematics.
Cr.: 3 |
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MATH 1550 (CMAT 2115) - Analytic Geometry and Calculus I Lec. 5; Cr. 5
Limits and continuity of functions; introduction of the derivative; techniques of differentiation; Chain rule; implicit differentiation; differentiation of transcendental and inverse functions; applications of differentiation; concavity; relative extrema; maximum and minimum values of a function; optimization; anti-differentiation; definite integrals; Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; areas; applications of definite integrals; work and volume. Credit will not be given for both this course and MATH 1431 .
Prerequisite(s): Grades of “C” or better in MATH 1021 and MATH 1022 or MATH 1023 , or a mathematics ACT score of 27 or above, or consent of the Head, Division of Sciences and Mathematics. Students initially placing into MATH 1550 may petition for credit in MATH 1021 upon registration in MATH 1550 and credit in MATH 1022 upon completion of MATH 1552 with a “C” or better.
Cr.: 5 |
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MATH 1552 (CMAT 2124) - Analytic Geometry and Calculus II Lec. 4; Cr. 4
Techniques of integration; applications of the integral; parametric equations, polar coordinates, sequences and infinite series.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1550 .
Cr.: 4 |
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MATH 2057 - Multidimensional Calculus Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Three dimensional analytic geometry, partial derivatives, multiple integrals.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1552 .
Cr.: 3 |
Music |
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MUS 1751 - Music Appreciation Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Primarily for non-music majors. The art of music, with emphasis on listening skills; a non-technical approach to understanding vocabulary and materials of music; correlation of musical literature with other disciplines in the humanities.
Cr.: 3 |
Nursing |
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NURS 1000 - Introduction to the Nursing Profession Lec. 1; Cr. 1
An introduction to the profession of nursing. This course will assist the student in understanding the roles and responsibilities of the registered nurse.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 1001 and MATH 1021 with a grade of “C” or better.
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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): Grade of “C” or better in ENGL 1001 /ENGL 1002 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; BIOL 2160 /BIOL 2161 ; BIOL 1011 /BIOL 1012 ; PSYC 2070 ; and NURS 1000 ; selective admission to the Nursing Program. Corequisite(s): NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 .
Note: Fall only. Cr.: 4 |
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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): Grade of “C” or better in ENGL 1001 /ENGL 1002 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; BIOL 2160 /BIOL 2161 ; BIOL 1011 /BIOL 1012 ; PSYC 2070 ; and NURS 1000 ; selective admission to the Nursing Program. Corequisite(s): NURS 1130 and NURS 1135 . Note: Fall only. Cr.: 1 |
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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): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 1130 , NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 .
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.
Note: Spring only. Cr.: 4 |
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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): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 1130 , NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 . Corequisite(s): NURS 1230 and NURS 1235 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Course MATH 1425 , General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective.
Note: Spring only.
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NURS 1235 - Nursing Clinical Practice II Clin. 12; Cr. 4
Laboratory and clinical practice components 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): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 1130 , NURS 1132 and NURS 1135 . Corequisite(s): NURS 1230 and NURS 1232 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): MATH 1425 , , or . Note: Course Grade: Pass/Fail. Spring only Cr.: 4 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 1 |
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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.
Cr.: 2 |
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NURS 2352 - Nursing Pharmacology I for Articulating Students Lec. 1; 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 this course.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ENGL 1001/1002; MATH 1021; ZOOL 1011/1012; BIOL 2160/2161; PSYC 2070. Selective admission to the LPN Advanced Tract (LAT) Program; Successful completiion of the LAT entrance examination; Proof of current Louisianan LPN license. Corequisite(s): NURS 2350 .
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective and MATH 1425 . Note: Summer Only. Cr.: 1 |
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NURS 2430 - Nursing Concepts III Lec. 4; Cr. 4
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): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 1230 , NURS 1232 , and NURS 1235 . Corequisite(s): NURS 2432 , NURS 2435 , and MATH 1425 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in MATH 1425 prior to the third semester of nursing courses). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective. Note: Fall only. Cr.: 4 |
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NURS 2432 - Nursing Pharmacology III 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 classifications of drugs used throughout the lifespan. Dosage computation, nursing responsibilities, ethical considerations and legal implications are incorporated throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 1230 , NURS 1232 , and NURS 1235 . Corequisite(s): NURS 2430 , NURS 2435 , and MATH 1425 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in MATH 1425 prior to the third semester of nursing courses). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective. Note: Fall only. Cr.: 1 |
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NURS 2435 - Nursing Clinical Practice III Clinical 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 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 1230 , NURS 1232 , and NURS 1235 . Corequisite(s): NURS 2430 , NURS 2432 , and MATH 1425 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in MATH 1425 prior to the third semester of nursing courses). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Eduction Fine Arts elective.
Note: Course Grade: Pass/Fail. Fall only. Cr.: 4 |
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NURS 2450 - Nursing Concept III Lec. 4; Cr. 4
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): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2350 and NURS 2352 . Corequisite(s): NURS 2452 , NURS 2455 , MATH 1425 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in MATH 1425 prior to the third semester of nursing courses).
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): Pre- or Co-Requisite: MATH 1425 or General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective.
Note: Course open to LAT students only. Fall only.
Cr.: 4 |
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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. Cr.: 1 |
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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 , NURS 2452 , and MATH 1425 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in MATH 1425 prior to the third semester of nursing courses).
Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
Note: Course Grade: Pass/Fail. Course open to LAT students only. Fall only.
Cr.: 4 |
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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 .
Cr.: 1 |
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NURS 2530 - Nursing Concepts IV Lec. 4; Cr. 4
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 fo skill in administration of safe, effective nursing care.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2430 , NURS 2432 , NURS 2435 , and MATH 1425 . Corequisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective. Note: Spring only. Cr.: 4 |
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NURS 2532 - Nursing Pharmacology IV Lec. 1; Cr. 1
Addresses the role of the professional nurse in risk management associated with pharmacologic therapy. Content includes pinciple actions, therapeutic uses and adverse effects fo the major classifications of drugs used throughout the life span including pediatirc and geriatric populations. Specific pharmacologic classes related to disturbances in immune system including neoplastic conditions, infections and dermatologic conditons; gastrointestinal dysfunction and disorders of the neurologic system. Dosage computation, nursing reponsibilities, eithical considerations and legal implication are incorportated throughout this course.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2430 , NURS 2432 , NURS 2435 , and MATH 1425 . Corequisite(s): NURS 2530 , NURS 2535 , and NURS 2536 (unless a “C” or better is achieved in NURS 2536 ). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective. Note: Spring only. Cr.: 1 |
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NURS 2535 - Nursing Clinical Practice IV Clinical 15; Cr. 5
Clinical practice component which provides an opportunity for integrating safety and effective care for those experiencing altered psychosocial and physiologic integrity. Emphasis is on managing groups of complex patients in acute care settings and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team advocating for patients as they transition to home or community care.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2430 , NURS 2432 , NURS 2435 , and MATH 1425 . Corequisite(s): NURS 2530 , NURS 2532 , NURS 2536 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in NURS 2536 ). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective. Note: Course Grade: Pass/Fail. Spring only. Cr.: 5 |
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NURS 2536 - 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 nurse.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2430 , NURS 2432 , NURS 2435 , and MATH 1425 . Corequisite(s): NURS 2530 , NURS 2532 , and NURS 2535 . Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective. Note: Spring only. Cr.: 1 |
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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 , NURS 2455 , and MATH 1425 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2552 , NURS 2555 , NURS 2556 (unless a “C” or better is achieved in NURS 2556 ). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
Note: Course open to LAT students only. Spring only.
Cr.: 4 |
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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 , NURS 2455 and MATH 1425 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2550 , NURS 2555 , and NURS 2556 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in NURS 2556). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities elective or General Education Fine Arts elective. Note: Course open to LAT students only. Spring only. Cr.: 1 |
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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 , NURS 2455 and MATH 1425 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2550 , NURS 2552 and NURS 2556 (unless a grade of “C” or better is achieved in NURS 2556 ). Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
Note: Course open to LAT students only. Spring only.
Cr.: 5 |
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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 nurse.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in NURS 2450 , NURS 2452 , NURS 2455 and MATH 1425 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2550 , NURS 2552 , and NURS 2555 . Pre- or Co-requisite(s): General Education Humanities Elective or General Education Fine Arts Elective.
Note: Course open to LAT Students only. Spring only.
Cr.: 1 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 1 |
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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.
Cr.: 2 |
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 .
Cr.: 3 |
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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 6 |
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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
Physical Science |
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PHSC 1001 (CPHY 1023) - Physical Science Lec. 3; Cr. 3
A survey of concepts in physics and physical sciences covering topics 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.
Cr.: 3 |
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PHSC 1002 (CPHY 1033) - Physical Science Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Applications of basic physical science concepts, which may include physics, chemistry, geology, astronomy, oceanography, etc. 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 or consent of the Head, Division of Science and Mathematics.
Cr.: 3 |
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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 .
Cr.: 1 |
Physics |
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PHYS 1001 (CPHY 1013) - Principles of Physics Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Survey of concepts in physics, both Newtonian and modern, for non-science majors. This course is not intended for students who wish to pursue further work in the areas of physics and engineering and may not be substituted for the basic course in these fields.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1021 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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 .
Cr.: 6 |
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PHYS 2001 (CPHY 2113) - General Physics Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Algebra/trig-based physics: vectors, kinematics, Newton’s Laws, momentum, work and energy, rotations, oscillations, elasticity and equilibrium; thermodynamics. (Not intended for engineering majors; intended for pre-medical and non-professional science students.) Credit will not be given for this course and PHYS 2101 .
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1022 .
Cr.: 3 |
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PHYS 2002 (CPHY 2123) - General Physics Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Gravitational fields; waves; electronics; circuits; magnetism; and light. (Not intended for engineering majors; intended for pre-medical and non-professional science students.) Credit will not be given for this course and Physics 2102.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in PHYS 2001 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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).
Cr.: 3 |
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PHYS 2101 (CPHY 2133) - General Physics for Technical Students Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Calculus-based physics: vectors, kinematics, Newton’s Laws, momentum, work and energy, rotations, oscillations, elasticity and equilibrium. (Intended for engineering and physical science majors.)
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in MATH 1552 .
Cr.: 3 |
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PHYS 2102 (CPHY 2143) - General Physics for Technical Students Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Calculus-based physics: Gravitational fields; waves; electrostatics; circuits; magnetism; and light. (Intended for engineering and physical science majors.)
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in and
Cr.: 3 |
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PHYS 2108 (CPHY 2111 or CPHY 2131) - Introductory Physics Laboratory Lab. 3; Cr. 1
Experiments in mechanics. Laboratory course to accompany PHYS 2001 or PHYS 2101 .
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in PHYS 2001 or PHYS 2101 .
Cr.: 1 |
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PHYS 2109 (CPHY 2121 or CPHY 2141) - General Physics Laboratory Lab. 3; Cr. 1
Experiments in electricity, magnetism, and light. Laboratory course to accompany PHYS 2002 and PHYS 2102 .
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2108 and credit or registration in PHYS 2002 or PHYS 2102 .
Cr.: 1 |
Political Science |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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POLS 2056 - Louisiana Government Lec. 3; Cr. 3
State and local government and politics in Louisiana.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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PSYC 2070 - Developmental Psychology of the Life Span Lec. 3; Cr. 3
Survey of developmental processes across the life span.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
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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.
Cr.: 3 |
Radiologic Technology |
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RADT 1000 - Introduction to Radiologic Technology Lec. 1; Cr. 1
A survey of basic principles and practices of radiologic technology with clinical observation in the hospital environment.
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.
Cr.: 1 |
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RADT 1001 - Patient Care and Education Lec. 1; Lab. 2; Cr. 1
A study of basic patient care procedures, including venipuncture and pharmacology, as they apply to Radiologic Technology. Ethical and legal aspects and human diversity are also covered.
Prerequisite(s): ALLH 1013 ; RADT 1000 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; selective admissions to the Radiologic Technology Program. Corequisite(s): RADT 1091 .
Cr.: 1 |
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RADT 1011 - Imaging and Equipment Lec. 2; Lab. 2; Cr. 3
A study of the principles of radiation physics and the imaging equipment to include x-ray production, target interactions, x-ray generators and transformers, grids, and accessories.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1001 and RADT 1091 . Corequisite(s): RADT 1021 and RADT 1092 .
Cr.: 3 |
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RADT 1012 - Image Acquisition and Evaluation Lec. 2; Lab. 2; Cr. 3
A study of image processing, screens, digital imaging processing and display informatics, criteria for image evaluation, and quality control.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1011 , RADT 1021 and RADT 1092 . Corequisite(s): RADT 1022 and RADT 1093 .
Cr.: 3 |
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RADT 1021 - Imaging Procedures I Lec. 3; Lab. 2; Cr. 4
A study of imaging procedures related to the upper and lower extremities, 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 .
Cr.: 4 |
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RADT 1022 - Imaging Procedures II Lec. 3; Lab. 2; Cr. 4
A study of imaging procedures related to the GI and GU Tract, cranium and facial bones, venipuncture, reproductive system, pediatrics, trauma, and surgical concepts. Introduction to advanced imaging procedures.
Prerequisite(s): Radiologic Technology RADT 1011 , RADT 1021 , and RADT 1092 . Corequisite(s): RADT 1012 and RADT 1093 .
Cr.: 4 |
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RADT 1091 - Applied Imaging I Clin. 6; Cr. 2
Freshman clinical rotation. Supervised clinical practice of basic skills related to patient management and the radiology department. A study of imaging procedures related to the chest and abdomen is also covered.
Prerequisite(s): ALLH 1013 ; RADT 1000 ; MATH 1021 ; ZOOL 1011 /ZOOL 1012 ; selective admission to the Radiologic Technology Program. Corequisite(s): RADT 1001 .
Cr.: 2 |
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RADT 1092 - Applied Imaging II Clin. 12; Cr. 4
Freshman clinical rotation. Supervised clinical practice of basic skills related to imaging 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 .
Cr.: 4 |
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RADT 1093 - Applied Imaging III Clin. 12; Cr. 4
Freshman clinical rotation. Supervised clinical practice of basic skills related to imaging procedures with emphasis on bony thorax, GU/GI systems, fluoroscopic studies, and skull.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 1011 , RADT 1021 , and RADT 1092 . Corequisite(s): RADT 1012 and RADT 1022 .
Cr.: 4 |
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RADT 2031 - Advanced Imaging Procedures Lec. 2; Cr. 2
An introduction to the advanced imaging procedures with emphasis on equipment and accessory devices, procedure protocol, radiation protection, and patient care.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all first-year Radiologic Technology courses and RADT 2091 . Corequisite(s): RADT 2033 and RADT 2092 .
Cr.: 2 |
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RADT 2033 - Radiobiology and Radiation Protection Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A study of radiobiology with emphasis on cellular components, radiation effects, and protective measures; with 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 .
Cr.: 2 |
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RADT 2036 - Radiographic Pathology Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A study of pathologic conditions of the body systems with emphasis on anatomy and physiology, imaging considerations, types of disease, imaging technique, and treatment.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 2031 , RADT 2033 , and RADT 2092 . Corequisite(s): RADT 2038 and RADT 2093 . Note:
Cr.: 2 |
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RADT 2038 - Registry Review Lec. 2; Cr. 2
A study of topics and techniques chosen for their relevance to contemporary imaging 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 .
Cr.: 2 |
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RADT 2091 - Applied Imaging IV Clin. 15; Cr. 5
Sophomore clinical rotation. Continued performance of supervised clinical practice with emphasis on trauma and surgical procedures, and an introduction to advanced imaging procedures.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all first-year Radiologic Technology courses.
Cr.: 5 |
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RADT 2092 - Applied Imaging V Clin. 24; Cr. 8
Sophomore clinical rotation. Continued performance of supervised clinical practice with emphasis on advanced imaging procedures.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of first-year Radiologic Technology courses and RADT 2091 . Corequisite(s): RADT 2031 and RADT 2033 .
Cr.: 8 |
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RADT 2093 - Applied Imaging VI Clin. 24; Cr. 8
Sophomore clinical rotation. Continued performance of supervised clinical practice with emphasis on advanced application of clinical skills involving management of all aspects of the imaging process.
Prerequisite(s): RADT 2031 , RADT 2033 , and RADT 2092 . Corequisite(s): RADT 2036 and RADT 2038 .
Cr.: 8 |
Respiratory Care |
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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 .
Cr.: 2 |
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RC 2011 - Respiratory Care Science I Lec. 3 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 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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 .
Cr.: 3 |
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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 2013 .
Cr.: 4 |
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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 , RC 2013 , and RC 2014 . Corequisite(s): RC 2016 and RC 2017 .
Cr.: 4 |
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