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3.00 Credits
The course addresses two separate aspects of dying and bereavement: 1) examining the challenges around caregiving with their underlying psychological, sociological and social welfare issues; and 2) exploring questions about dying and bereavement in philosophy, religion, poetry and art. General Education Elective: Behavioral Science
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This thought-provoking course discusses the ways all of us deal with death: personally, psychologically, spiritually, medically, socially, philosophically, and emotionally. Students will share the experiences and insights of a woman widowed by a bombing, a Holocaust survivor, a war journalist, an epidemiologist with Aids, a teenager mourning a friend, and others. Students will examine North American cultural perspectives on death and confront current issues, including assisted suicide, end-of-life decisionmaking, death by violence, and death of the young. This is a fitting course for students in liberal arts and liberal studies, psychology, sociology, human services, social work, counseling, nursing and criminal justice. Prerequisite: Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 (EN 2103) and eligible for ENG 101 (EN 1103). General Education Electives: Behavioral Science
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3.00 Credits
This course examines how technologies have shaped social relations and patterns over the last century from "labor saving"devices to multitasking to accelerated 24/7 connectivity. It explores the impact of technology, particularly the Web on our society. The course examines how technologies are developed and sustained, how they interact with us, and how they affect us as individuals and as a society. Key topics include the impact of the internet and other technologies on communication, commerce, privacy, censorship, dating, politics, education, and work. Prerequisite: SOC 101 (SO 6101) General Education Electives: Behavioral Science
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3.00 Credits
This honors course explores how American society defines family and examines the differences between the idealized notion of family and the realities of family life. Topics will also include family relationships and the family as a past, present and future social archetype. Prerequisite: At least 12 credits and at least a GPA of 3.2: completion of ENG 101 (EN 1103). General Education Electives: Behavioral Science, Social Science
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3.00 Credits
An explanation of the contemporary situation in the Middle East within a historical and global context. Topics covered include: cultural history, the development of religious and political conflicts; international relationships; terrorism; peace and security. Prerequisite: At least 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and completion of ENG 101 (EN 1103). General Education Electives: Behavioral Science; Social Science Intensive Value: Values/Ethics/Social Policy
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3.00 Credits
Is the accelerating pace at which humans are changing the environment directly related to many of our major health problems, such as infectious diseases, asthma and many cancers? Using case studies, independent research, and online discussion, this interdisciplinary honors course will critically analyze information on such topics as the links between radiation, toxic substances and cancer, as well as the probable effects of global warming and bioterrorism on human health and the health of the planet. Knowledge of how the body interacts with environmental contaminants will help us to improve our own well-being and that of our world's most vulnerable citizens, particularly children and urban residents, through the application of that knowledge in shaping public policy. Prerequisite: At least 12 credits with A GPA of 3.2 and completion of ENG 101 (EN 1103). Eligibility for MAT 070 (MA 1103). General Education Electives: Behavioral Science; Social Science Intensive Value: Technology/Environment/Health Note: Credit will be granted as either ENV 917 (SC 9117) or SOC 917 (SO 9117)
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2.00 Credits
In this course, the student will apply knowledge obtained from lecture and observations directly to hands-on scanning applications in the classroom setting. Ultrasound equipment will be available in order for students to become familiar with machine knobology, set-up, and annotation. In addition, students will have the opportunity to practice obtaining basic images of normal anatomical structures using various scanning planes and techniques. 2 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory. A computerized mannequin is available for simulated scanning practice. Course usually offered in the Fall semester.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the history of ultrasound, basic physical principles of sound, instrumentation, machine performance, and the biological effects of sound energy. Open to Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree students only. 4 hours lecture. Prerequisite: Placement above 74 on the CPT reading placement test. Recommendation: ENG 085 (EN 2131) if reading score is between 74 and 81 on the CPT reading placement test.
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4.00 Credits
Includes appropriate ultrasonic cross sectional anatomy, normal and abnormal sonographic appearance of the abdominal viscera, related pathology and pertinent diagnostic procedures. Proper abdominal scanning techniques are also covered. Open to Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree students only. 4 hours lecture. Prerequisite: SON 101 (SN 1101) Intensive Value: Technology/Environment/Health
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3.00 Credits
An overview of the health care institution and patient care methods and techniques including the psychology of the ill patient, aseptic and precaution techniques, management of the seriously ill patient, basic first aid procedures and pertinent aspects related to the sonography department. Open to Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree students only. Prerequisite: Placement above 74 on the CPT reading placement test. Recommendation: ENG 085 (EN 2131) if reading score is between 74 and 81 on the CPT reading placement test. Intensive Values: Multicultural/Global Awareness
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