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Course Descriptions
Gen Anatomy & Physiology 10806177 Examines basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology as they relate to health sciences. Using a body systems approach, the course emphasizes the interrelationships between structure and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization of the entire human body. It is intended to prepare health care professionals who need to apply basic concepts of whole-body anatomy and physiology to informed decision-making and professional communication with colleagues and patients.( Prerequisite: 2.6 GPA & 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 18; OR reading / writing prep courses.) 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: Applied to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography OR Echocardiography Program; minimum HESI test score of 87) Course Typically Offered: Fall
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.( Prereq: 2.6 GPA & Alg 2 or equiv w / C or better; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 263, Arith greater / equal to 250, & QRAS greater / equal to 250; OR ACT Reading greater / equal to 18 & Math greater / equal to 24; OR Coll Tech Math 1A OR Int Alg w / C or better) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
College 101 10890101 Students gain skills that lead to success in college, employment, and life. Students should take this course in their first semester.( Pre-requisite: None.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Adv Anatomy & Physiology 10806179 this course is the second semester in a two-semester sequence that studies normal human anatomy and physiology using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization through learning and laboratory activities. The course continues examination of these topics: cellular metabolism; individual components of body systems; and homeostatic mechanisms and their relationship to fluid, electrolyte, acid-base balance and blood. The course also includes integration of genetics to human reproduction and development.( 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
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: GPA greater / equal to 2.6 AND C or better in Algebra II or equivalent; OR Next Gen QRAS greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg greater / equal to 250; OR ACT Math greater / equal to 24 AND ACT Rdg greater / equal to 15; OR " C " or better in Inter Alg or higher-contact academic advisor 920- 498-5444). Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
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.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography OR Echocardiography Program; 10-806-164, General Physics 2) Course Typically Offered: Summer
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: GPA greater / equal to 2.6; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 15 AND English score greater / equal to 15; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
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.( Corequisites: 10-526-222, Sonography Physics 2; 10-526-272, Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology) 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: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography OR Echocardiography Program; Corequisite: 10-526- 221, Sonography Physics 1) Course Typically Offered: Fall
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; 10-526-272, Cardiovascular A & P) 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: GPA greater / equal to 2.6; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 AND English greater / equal to 18; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 250; OR " preparatory course( s)", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
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