RTS-410 |
Capstone Seminar in Radiation Therapy |
A review of radiation therapy concepts included in the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certifying examination. Concepts covered include: radiation protection, quality assurance, treatment planning and delivery, and patient care, management and education. Students are required to successfully complete a comprehensive examination in radiation therapy to complete their program of study as well as submit a portfolio of their work. 3 |
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lecture hours per week, 8 weeks. |
2.00 |
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SCI-100 |
The Environment |
This course is designed to make the student aware of the environment in which we live and its impact on the quality of life. Human influence on the environment will also be examined. 3 lecture hours per week. Not |
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accepted as credit towards the biology major. |
3.00 |
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SCI-105 |
The Science of Forensics |
An introduction to the principles of physics, chemistry and biology, illustrated with laboratory experiences and examples from the field of forensics. Emphasis is on the scientific foundations of forensic investigation. 2 lecture |
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hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. Not accepted as credit towards the biology major. |
3.00 |
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SCI-2000 |
From Telescope to Microscope |
This course is a scientific look at the natural world through the lens of social responsibility, considering the interrelationship of science, mathematics and technology in light of our stewardship of the universe and of each |
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other. This course is research and writing intensive. Not accepted as credit towards the biology major. |
3.00 |
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SCI-299 |
Selected Topics in Science |
A study of a specialized subject area which may vary based on student / faculty interest. For non- major students only. The topic, course structure and instructor will be announced prior to pre- registration. There are no |
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prerequisites. |
3.00 |
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SCI-4000 |
Planet Earth |
This course examines the relationship between Planet Earth and its inhabitants. Drawing from the fields of astronomy, geology, meteorology and environmental science, the course looks at Planet Earth through the lens of social responsibility; it considers the interrelationship between the physical characteristics of the planet and the characteristics and welfare of its inhabitants in light of our stewardship of the universe and of each other. The |
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course is research- and writing-intensive. Three credits- three lecture hours per week. |
3.00 |
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SEM-110 |
Women Writing Women |
This course examines the particular historical and social context of women at pivotal moments in history through published writings( fiction and non-fiction), performed speeches, and correspondence, all of which depict the positionality of women. In addition to developing their historical and social understanding of women, students will conduct research into a current issue or problem facing women, and propose real and practical solutions. Students complete the course by creating a document that advocates for specific solutions and that is intended for an audience who can act on those recommendations. This course meets the university ' s definition of writing |
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intensive. Pre-Requisite: ENG101 |
3.00 |
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SEM-111 |
Women and the Many Faces of Imprisonment |
This course focuses on women which is one of the five critical concerns of the Sisters of Mercy: Earth, nonviolence, women, racism and immigration. Students will learn about the many ways in which women are imprisoned by the social conditions of our time: poverty, food insecurity, domestic violence, human trafficking and incarceration. The course will examine the experience of women and those whom the love, particularly their |
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children. This course meets the University ' s definition of writing intensive. |
3.00 |
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