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The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a " C " or better .
10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ... Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages re�ective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their �rst semester as it identi�es key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-501-101 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY ... focuses on the component parts of medical terms : pre�xes , suf�xes , and root words . Students practice formation , analysis and reconstruction of terms . Emphasis on spelling , de�nition and pronunciation . Introduction to operative , diagnostic , therapeutic and symptomatic terminology of all body systems , as well as systemic and surgical terminology . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-806-177 GENERAL ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY ... overview of the human anatomy / physiology using a body-systems approach , emphasizing the interrelationships between form / function at the gross and microscopic levels . ( Prerequisite : C or better in Lab-based Chemistry OR 2 semesters lab-based high school chemistry w / C or better ; AND Next Gen Rdg score greater /= to 263 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater /= to 17 ; OR prep courses-contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-806-186 INTRODUCTION TO BIOCHEMISTRY ... covers organic and biological chemistry necessary for application within Nursing and other Allied Health careers . Emphasis is placed on recognizing the structure , physical properties and chemical reactions of organic molecules , body �uids and acids . Discussion of biological functions and their relationship to enzymes , proteins , lipids , carbohydrates and DNA . ( Prereq : Gen Chemistry w / C or better OR 2 semesters lab-based high school chemistry w / C or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-513-110 BASIC LAB SKILLS ... explores laboratory science career options and the fundamental principles and procedures performed in the laboratory . You will utilize basic laboratory equipment . You will follow required safety and infection control procedures and perform simple laboratory tests . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into Medical Laboratory Technician program or Phlebotomy certi�cate ; Corequisite : 10-513-111 , Phlebotomy ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-513-111 PHLEBOTOMY ... provides opportunities for you to perform routine venipuncture , routine capillary puncture and special collection procedures . ( Corequisite : 10-513-110 , Basic Lab Skills ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-513-113 QA LAB MATH ... focuses on performing the mathematical calculations routinely used in laboratory settings . You will explore the concepts of quality control and quality assurance in the laboratory . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into the Medical Laboratory Technician program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-513-114 URINALYSIS ... prepares you to perform a complete urinalysis which includes physical , chemical and microscopic analysis . You will explore renal physiology and correlate urinalysis results with clinical conditions . ( Prerequisites : 10-513-110 , Basic Lab Skills , 10-806-117 Gen Anatomy & Physiology ; Corequisite : 10-513-113 , QA Lab Math ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-801-196 ORAL / INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ... this course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , con�ict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-801-136 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1 ... learners develop knowledge / skills in planning , organizing , writing , editing . Students will also analyze audience / purpose , use elements of research , format documents using standard guidelines , and develop critical reading skills . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260 ; OR " preparatory course ( s )", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-513-109 BLOOD BANK ... focuses on blood banking concepts and procedures including blood typing , compatibility testing , work ups for adverse reaction to transfusions , disease states and donor activities . ( Prerequisites : 10-513-110 , Basic Lab Skills ; 10-513-113 , QA Lab Math ; 10-513-115 , Basic Immunology Concepts ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-513-120 BASIC HEMATOLOGY ... covers the theory and principles of blood cell production and function , and introduces you to basic practices and procedures in the hematology laboratory . ( Prerequisites : 10-513-110 , Basic Lab Skills ; 10-513-113 , QA Lab Math ; 10-513-111 , Phlebotomy ; Corequisite : 10-513-115 , Basic Immunology Concepts ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-513-121 COAGULATION ... introduces the theory and principles of coagulation and explores mechanisms involved in coagulation disorders . Emphasis is placed upon laboratory techniques used to diagnose disease and monitor treatment . ( Prerequisites : 10-513-110 , Basic Lab Skills ; 10-513-113 , QA Lab Math ; 10-513-115 , Basic Immunology Concepts ; 10-513-111 , Phlebotomy ; Corequisite : 10-513-120 , Basic Hematology ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-513-115 BASIC IMMUNOLOGY CONCEPTS ... provides an overview of the immune system including laboratory testing methods for diagnosis of immune system disorders , viral and bacterial infections . ( Corequisite : 10-513-110 , Basic Lab Skills ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-809-198 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY ... survey of theoretical foundations of human behavior such as sensation and perception , motivation , emotions , learning , personality , psychological disorders , therapy , stress , and human diversity in personal , social and vocational settings . ( Prerequisite : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater OR satisfactory reading and writing assessment scores OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing 1 with " B " or better OR Corequisite : 10-831-102 , English Comp Prep ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
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