Course Descriptions
Gen Anatomy & Physiology 10806177 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 Labbased 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
General Physics 2 10806164 Applications / theory of basic physics principles : problem-solving , laboratory investigation , and applications including unit conversion and analysis , mechanical waves , harmonic motion , wave and ray optics , electricity , and magnetism . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 263 , Arith greater / equal to 250 AND QRAS greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 17 AND Math score greater / equal to 21 ; OR prep courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
College 101 10890101 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 reflective , 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 first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Introductory Statistics 10804189 Students taking Introductory Statistics display data with graphs , describe distributions with numbers , perform correlation and regression analyses , and design experiments . They use probability and distributions to make predictions , estimate parameters , and test hypotheses . They draw inferences about relationships including ANOVA . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen QRAS greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg greater / equal to 250 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to no equiv AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.8 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to no equiv AND Rdg greater / equal to 573 ; OR ACT Math greater / equal to 24 AND ACT Rdg greater / equal to 16 ; AND C or better in Inter Alg or higher-contact academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Adv Anatomy & Physiology 10806179 Normal human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization . ( Prerequisite : 10-806-177 , Gen Anatomy & Physiology with a " C " or better . Health programs may require a higher grade ; refer to your plan for details .) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Intro to DMS 10526200 Introduces learners to the field of diagnostic medical sonography . Explores the duties and functions of the diagnostic medical sonographer as well as the historical background . Learners examine the other imaging modalities as they relate to sonography . Includes principles of patient care and legal and ethical issues related to sonography . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Cardiovascular Anat & Phys 10526272 continues the study of the human heart in cross-sectional planes and as a three-dimensional anatomical structure with mechanical and hemodynamic characteristics . Learners will explore cardiac development and put into practice basic and advanced cardiovascular physiology concepts . ( Prerequisites : Acceptance in the Echocardiography program and / or permission of program faculty ; 10-806-179 , Advanced Anatomy and Physiology ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Sonography Physics 1 10526221 Introduces physics and instrumentation relevant to diagnostic medical sonography . Learners explore how principles of sound propagation in tissues create a sonographic image . ( Prerequisite : 10-806-164 , General Physics 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
Echocardiography Foundations 10526251 introduces cross sectional anatomy as it relates to Diagnostic Medical Sonography and correlating images from other imaging modalities . Learners are also introduced to a normal echocardiogram with basic 2- dimensional and doppler protocol . Practice scan sessions are included . ( Prerequisites : 10-526-250 , Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology ; 10-526-200 , Intro to DMS ; Corequisite : 10-526-222 , Sonography Physics 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Sonography Physics 2 10526222 Continues the study of physics and instrumentation relevant to diagnostic medical sonography . The laboratory component of this course introduces the student to the concepts of ultrasound instrumentation , an introduction to ultrasonic scanning technique , and maintenance of ultrasound equipment . ( Prerequisite : 10-526-221 , Sonography Physics 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10801196 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 , conflict , 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
Basic EKG Analysis 10526253 explores the electrical activity of the heart and the various techniques for recording them . The differences between 3 and 12 lead electrocardiograms ( EKG ' s ) will be covered . Students will identify waveforms and rhythms and correlate them to the cardiac events . ( Prerequisites : Active enrollment in the Echocardiography program and / or permission of program faculty ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Adult Echocardiography 10526252 explores the structure and function of the cardiac system and various pathologies in adult cardiovascular diseases . Students will learn how to assess these clinical abnormalities of the human heart through the
180 principles of echocardiographic imaging focusing on normal abnormal and post operative valvular disease coronary artery disease systemic and pulmonary hypertension adult cardiomyopathies and diseases