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
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
PTA Patient Interventions 10524139 An introduction to basic skills and physical therapy interventions performed by the physical therapist assistant . ( Prerequisite : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
PTA Professional Issues 1 10524140 Introduces the history and development of the physical therapy program , legal and ethical issues , the interdisciplinary health care team , and professional communication skills . ( Prerequisite : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
PTA Applied Kinesiology 1 10524156 Introduces basic principles of musculoskeletal anatomy , kinematics , and clinical assessment . Students locate and identify muscles , joints , and other landmarks of the lower quadrant in addition to assessing range of motion and strength . Integrates analysis of gait . ( Prerequisite : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ; Pre-requisites : 10-524-140 , Professional Issues 1 ; 10-524-139 , Patient Interventions ; Corequisite : 10-806-177 , General Anatomy & Physiology ) 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
PTA Applied Kinesiology 2 10524157 Applies basic principles from PTA Kinesiology 1 to the axial skeleton and upper quadrant including location and identification of muscles , joints and other landmarks . Assess range of motion and strength of the axial skeleton and upper quadrant . Integrates analysis of posture . ( Prerequisites : 10-806-177 General Anatomy & Physiology , 10-524-139 PTA Patient Interventions , 10-524-156 , PTA Applied Kinesiology 1 ; 10- 524-140 , PTA Professional Issues 1 ) Course Typically Offered : 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
PTA Biophysical Agents 10524143 Develops the knowledge and technical skills necessary to perform numerous therapeutic modalities likely to be utilized as a PTA . ( Prerequisites : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ; 10-806- 177 General Anatomy & Physiology , 10-524-139 , PTA Patient Interventions ; 10-524-140 , PTA Professional Issues 1 ; 10-524-156 PTA Applied Kinesiology 1 ; 10-524-157 , Applied Kinesiology 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Intro to Sociology 10809196 The nature and variety of groups ; inequality , race and ethnicity ; family , population , social integration , and change ; collective behavior ; politics , economics , religion , education , and the effects of technology . ( 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 greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
PTA Therapeutic Exercise 10524142 Provides instruction on the implementation of a variety of therapeutic exercise principles . Learners implement , educate , adapt , and assess responses to therapeutic exercises . ( Prerequisites : 10-806-177 , General Anatomy & Physiology ; 10-524-156 , PTA Applied Kinesiology 1 ; 10-546-140 , PTA Professional Issues 1 ; 10-524-139 PTA Patient Interventions ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Intro to Psychology 10809198 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
PTA-Pathology Concepts 10524105 Develops a working knowledge of pathologic processes by examining the most common disorders associated with various systems of the body . Emphasis is placed on pathogenesis , etiology and recognition of signs and symptoms . ( Prerequisite : 10-524-142 , PTA Therapeutic Exercise ; 10-524-143 PTA Biophysical Agents ; 10-524-157 PTA Applied Kinesiology 2 ; Corequisite : 10-524-147 PTA Clinical Practice 1 )
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