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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in BIOL 130 or a grade of "C" or higher in BIOL 120, or a grade of "C" or higher in both ZOOL 141 and ZOOL 142 or a grade of "C" or higher in higher-level human anatomy and physiology coComment: Letter grade only. HLTH 250 may not be audited. HLTH 250 may not be taken credit/no credit. HLTH 250 is offered in the fall semester only. HLTH 250 presents a survey of cardiac anatomy and function, electrophysiological properties of the heart, common rhythms and arrhythmias. Upon successful completion of HLTH 250, the student should be able to: Describe and diagram the electrical conduction system of the heart. Identify and measure waves, intervals, rhythms and rates. Identify and describe the sinus rhythms with and without atrial arrhythmias. Define and identify fibrillation and cardioversion. Define junctional rhythm and identify junctional arrhythmias. Analyze and classify supraventricular tracings by specific names. Identify atrioventricular (AV) blocks and bundle branch blocks and list common causes. Diagnose active and passive ventricular arrhythmias, assess effect on cardiac output, and describe appropriate clinical response. Describe and identify artificial pacemakers and their rhythms. Interpret mixed tracings.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture/discussion per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in BIOL 120, or a grade of "C" or higher in BIOL 130, or a grade of "C" or higher in both ZOOL 141 and ZOOL 142, or a grade of "C" or higher in higher-level human anatomy and physiology course; a grade of "C" or higher in HLTH 110 or a grade of9 higher in HLTH 125; a grade of "C" or higher in HLTH 160; a grade of "C" or higher in PHRM 11Comment: Letter grade only. HLTH 252 may not be audited. HLTH 252 may not be taken credit/no credit. HLTH 252 is offered in the spring semester only. HLTH 252 is a clinical case study approach to the study of underlying principles, manifestations, and clinical implications of disease processes and alterations of functions in body systems in all age groups. Upon satisfactory completion of HLTH 252, the student should be able to: Describe 1) structural and functional reactions of cells and tissues to injurious agents. 2) neurology dysfunction and alterations of neurologic function in adults and children. 3) alterations of hematologic functions in adults and children. 4) clinical implications of respiratory diseases in adults and children. 5) disorders of the musculoskeletal system in adults and children. Describe genetic and environmental factors causing disease. Explain the body's normal and altered responses to disease processes. Identify disorders of organs and systems in clinical case studies Compare clinical manifestations and treatment of cancer in children and adults to clinical cases. Explain manifestations and control of alterations of hormonal regulation in adults and children. Identify specific disorders and their etiologic agents and effects. Describe types of alterations of cardiovascular function and effects in adults and children. Explain various disorders of the urinary system in terms of structure and function. Identify alterations of digestive function in adults and children and compare them to clinical cases. Describe alterations and disorders of the integument in adults and children.
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1.00 Credits
1 hour lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in ZOOL 141 or a grade of "C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 130 or equivalent or consent of program directoComment: Letter grade only. HLTH 270 may not be audited. HLTH 270 may not be taken credit/no credit. A service learning project is highly recommended in this course. HLTH 270 provides a basic overview of the aging process, agerelated conditions, psychosocial issues on aging, other age-related topics and reimbursement issues. The course also discusses the current trend of the aging population and quality of life issues. Upon successful completion of HLTH 270, the student should be able to: Identify the normal and abnormal changes with aging. Discuss introductory concepts of geriatrics and gerontology. Identify pathological changes with aging and the care-giver role in this process. Discuss issues in health care and rehabilitation associated with aging. Identify individual and cultural differences and respond appropriately in all aspects of physical therapy services Define psychosocial and reimbursement issues facing the elderly population. Effectively explain the purpose of physical therapy to clients, community and others. Effectively distinguish the scope of practice between the various health care services. Read, locate and interpret health care literature, documents or Internet information. State and recognize ethical and professional conduct in health care.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in BIOL 130, or a grade of "C" or higher in ZOOL 141, or a grade of "C" or higher in equivalent or higher-level human anatomy and physiology cour0 Recommended Preparation: BIOL 130L or ZOOL 141L. Comment: Letter grade only. HLTH 280 may not be audited. HLTH 280 may not be taken credit/no credit. HLTH 280 investigates the study of disease and disability in the human body with emphasis on conditions commonly treated in physical therapy and other rehabilitation services. This course includes a brief review of the structures and function of the organ systems in relation to the specfic pathology. The etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, prognosis, and clinical management of diseases and disabilities will be presented. HLTH 280 also focuses on the relationship of the neuromusculoskeletal system to all pathology of the human body. Discussions of physical therapy interventions and other rehabilitation services as appropriate for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and others in the patient's care are explored. Upon successful completion of HLTH 280, the student should be able to: Identify the general causes and processes of disease and disability in relation to the human body systems. Discuss the clinical course, mechanism, and medical management of injuries and possible interventions for commonly seen diagnoses of the human body adhering to the sensitivrty of ethnicity and cultural issues. Identify the benefits of rehabilitation in the treatment of various medical conditions and trauma with a focus on neuromusculoskeletal conditions such as the selected pathologies of the spine, related soft tissues and the joints of the body. Identify the relationship and role of the following organ systems to each other in selected trauma and medical conditions: o integumentary, o musculoskeletal, o cardiopulmonary, o neurological, o psychological, o genitourinary, o gastrointestinal, o obstetrics, o pediatrics. Discriminate between cardiac conditions and cardiopulmonary disorders such as myocardial infarction, angina, CHF, tuberculosis, COPD and respiratory failure. Define oncology, metabolic disorders such as diabetes and chronic fatigue syndrome, blood borne pathogens such as HIV, AIDS, hemophilia and other infectious diseases. Identify pharmaceutical treatments for conditions presented in the course. State the psychological components affecting rehabilitation to include: o schizophrenia, o paranoia, o depression, o bipolar disorder, o defense mechanisms, o death and dying, o stages of adjustment to disability.
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2.00 Credits
2 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in BIOL 130 or ZOOL 141 or higher-level human anatomy and physiology course.Corequisite(s): HLTH 290L. Recommended Preparation: PHYS 100 OR PHYS 122. Comment: Letter grade only. HLTH 290 may not be audited. HLTH 290 may not be taken credit/no credit. HLTH 290 explains the principles of kinesiology. It emphasizes the relationship of the musculoskeletal system,body mechanics, postural alignment, biomechanical principles and the nervous system to kinesiology principles for the PTA, OTA, and ESS majors. The student will be required to apply these principles in the companion course, HLTH 290L. Upon successful completion of HLTH 290, the student should be able to: Classify the joints of the body according to structure and explain the relationship between the structure and capacity for movement contributing to joint range of motion and stability. Identify the structure and properties for skeletal muscles presented in this course in terms of the proximal and distal attachments, peripheral innervations, actions and lever class. 1 Classify skeletal muscle in terms of fiber arrangement as strap, rhomboidal, fusiform, triangular, unipennate, bipennate, multipennate, and relate it to its function. State and group skeletal muscles and bony landmarks by body sections. Define and explain kinesiology using the concepts of the orientation planes of the body and the axes of motion in relationship to the movements of the extremities and trunk and its importance to movement and activities. Identify the concepts and principles of body mechanics related to postural alignment and assessment. Name and identify types of muscle contraction as: concentric, eccentric, static, isometric, isotonic, isokinetic, and length-tension relationship. Explain the muscle function for the muscles presented in the course in terms of prime mover, agonist, antagonist, synergist and stabilizer. Identify the phases of gait and balance. Demonstrate fluency in kinesiology and rehabilitation terminology and layman's terms.
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1.00 Credits
4 hours lab per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in BIOL 130L or ZOOL 141L or higher -level human anatomy and physiology course.Corequisite(s): HLTH 290. Recommended Preparation: PHYS 100L or PHYS 122L. Comment: Letter grade only. HLTH 290L may not be audited. HLTH 290L may not be taken credit/no credit. HLTH 290L provides the application of kinesiological principles. Activities in body mechanics, postural alignment, musculoskeletal system function, and gait patterns will be performed. Students are required to apply biomechanical and kinesiological principles as they relate to the job performance of the PTA, OTA, or ESS majors. Students are required to apply and correlate the principles from HLTH 290 in their lab assignments and activities. Upon successful completion of HLTH 290L, the student should be able to: Identify and locate the proximal and distal attachments, peripheral innervations, musculoskeletal actions, lever class for the skeletal muscles on the human body included in this course according to fiber arrangement, and relate it to its function. Identify and locate the joints of the body according to structure and explain the relationship between the structure and capacity for movement contributing to joint ROM and stability. Describe and perform movements in the extremities and trunk in terms of joint structure, axes of motion, muscle contractions and interactions such as the length-tension relationship, concentric, eccentric, static, isometric, isotonic, and isokinetic. Identify and demonstrate muscle action as prime mover, agonist, antagonist, synergist and stabilizer, as it relates to the concepts and principles of body mechanics, postural alignment, and the purpose of assessment. Distinguish the presence or absence of muscle mass and tone. Observe and palpate the musculoskeletal anatomy presented in lab such as bony prominences, muscles, tendons, ligaments, associated postures and gait variations. Construct mechanical principles in terms of human movement including normal gait patterns and vicarious motions to comprehend biomechanical response motion to pathology. Demonstrate fluency in kinesiology and rehabilitation terminology and layman's terms.
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3.00 Credits
3 lecture hours per week Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors program. Comment: HON 150 may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. HON 150 is designed to address the exemplary student group of the College. Participants in the seminar will examine a different topic each semester. Emphasis will be on the student's ability to evaluate information, integrate the perspectives of more than one field of learning, relate in-depth knowledge of a specific subject to a larger value system, and to develop critical thinking, problem solving, decision making and lifelong learning skills. Upon successful completion of an HON 150, the student should be able to: Demonstrate ability to think and read critically. Develop communication (written and oral) abilities in both individual and group situations. Exhibit problem solving and decision-making skills and abilities. Exhibit the ability to learn in both independent and cooperative activities. 8 Examine values and value systems (one's own and others). Begin to develop skills for lifelong learning.
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2.00 Credits
4 hours of lecture per week (8 week course) 2 hours of lecture per week (16 week course) HOST 100 focuses on the strategies and skills related to career success and customer satisfaction in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry. The general purpose of this course is to strengthen career and customer service skills that complement the concepts taught in other hospitality, tourism, and food service courses. Upon successful completion of HOST 100, the student should be able to: Identify career opportunities in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry. Create a career path to fit his/her interests and needs. Utilize job hunting strategies and techniques, such as writing a résumé and answering job interview questions. Practice workplace behaviors that display professionalism, such as teamwork, appropriate dress, and business etiquette. Explain the ethical principles associated with the hospitality and tourism industry and demonstrate behaviors consistent with those ethical principles. Develop a positive attitude toward serving customers. Recognize and handle dissatisfied customers. Satisfy customers by exceeding their expectations. Use behaviors that win customer loyalty.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours lecture per week HOST 101 presents an overview of the travel industry and related major business components. Students will develop an understanding of the links between hotel, food, transportation, recreation, and other industries comprising tourism. Presentation of this course will feature lectures by industry executives and leaders. Upon successful completion of HOST 101, the student should be able to: Identify the roles and explain the interrelationships of the various sectors of the travel and tourism industry. Identify today's travel market's needs and motivations. Describe the characteristics and use of the channels of distribution used in the travel and tourism industry. Identify the organizational and operational characteristics of transportation and accommodation firms. Describe the tourism systems and services designed to serve the leisure travel market. Identify methods for attracting and servicing business travel, including conventions, meeting and incentive travel market segments. Describe the sales and marketing activities utilized in the travel and tourism industry. Describe the impact of tourism destination development on the society of a destination. Identify career opportunities in the various sectors of the travel and tourism industry.
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4.00 Credits
3 hours lecture / 2 hours lecture/lab per week HOST 150, Housekeeping Operations is the study of the professional management of housekeeping operations including the planning, organizing, staffing and control techniques required to assure quality service. Upon successful completion of HOST 150, the student should be able to: Identify the tasks and responsibilities carried out in various housekeeping positions. Describe the interrelationships between the housekeeping department and other departments of a hotel. Identify the personal attitudes, characteristics, and work practices essential in providing excellence in housekeeping guest service. Demonstrate safe, sanitary, and efficient cleaning procedures for various housekeeping tasks. 9 Identify effective housekeeping equipment selection, storage, maintenance, and control procedures. Describe the housekeeper's role in the renovation and restoration of facilities. Describe linen room operations and control techniques. Describe laundry room operations and control techniques. Describe the use of computers in housekeeping operations. Identify techniques for recruiting, selecting, training, scheduling, and motivating housekeeping employees. Describe the budgeting, record keeping, and reporting requirements of a housekeeping department.
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