Course Descriptions
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
Medical Terminology 10501101 Focuses on the component parts of medical terms : prefixes , suffixes , and root words . Students practice formation , analysis and reconstruction of terms . Emphasis on spelling , definition 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
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
Intro to Biochemistry 10806186 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 fluids 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 labbased high school chemistry w / C or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Basic Lab Skills 10513110 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 certificate ; Corequisite : 10-513-111 , Phlebotomy ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Phlebotomy 10513111 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
QA Lab Math 10513113 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
Urinalysis 10513114 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
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
English Composition 1 10801136 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
Basic Hematology 10513120 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
Basic Immunology Concepts 10513115 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
Blood Bank 10513109 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
Coagulation 10513121 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
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