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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits (2.00 lec/2.00 lab) In this course, students will learn the principles of monitoring and therapeutic interventions in Polysomnography. Theory concepts will be reinforced in the lab setting. Topics include the production of high-quality recordings and the principles of PAP titration and oxygen therapy. Students will also learn to respond to recording artifacts and complications of PAP and oxygen therapies. Prerequisites: PSOM 1100, PSOM 1200 and PSOM 1300. Corequisites: PSOM 1400 and PSOM 1600.
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1.00 Credits
3.00 credits (3.00 lab) In this introductory clinical course, students will prepare patients for polysomnographic monitoring and therapeutic interventions in the clinical setting. Emphasis will be placed on patient care and safety in the setting of a sleep laboratory, as well as preparation and initiation of routine polysomnographic testing in patients of all ages. Course meets the second eight weeks of the term. Must be taken pass/fail. Prerequisites: PSYC 2240, PSOM 1100, PSOM 1200 and PSOM 1300. Corequisites: PSOM 1400 and PSOM 1500.
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits (4.00 lec) In this course students will continue to develop an understanding of the field of Polysomnography by advancing to more complex testing procedures and higher levels of data collection and interpretation. Further emphasis will be placed on accurate differentiation of sleep stages; recognition of abnormal ECG patterns; and categorization of respiratory events, including apnea, hypopnea, hypoventilation, central apnea, periodic breathing, Cheyne-Stokes respiration and upper-airway resistance. Prerequisites: PSOM 1400, PSOM 1500 and PSOM 1600. Corequisites: PSOM 2100, PSOM 2200 and PSOM 2300.
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2.00 Credits
4.00 credits (4.00 lab) In this clinical course, Students will apply previously learned theoretical concepts and skills in Polysomnography, while providing care to patients across the lifespan who are undergoing polysomnographic testing and therapeutic interventions. Must be taken pass/fail. Prerequisites: PSOM 1400, PSOM 1500 and PSOM 1600. Corequisites: PSOM 2000, PSOM 2200 and PSOM 2300.
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3.00 Credits
5.00 credits (5.00 lab) In this 160-hour, clinically based course, students will further develop skills in the role of the Polysomnographic Technologist. Off-campus practicum experiences at area sleep centers will provide them with an environment that fosters professional role development and clinical problemsolving skills. The emphasis is on production of high-quality polysomnographic recordings; titration of advanced CPAP, Bi-level PAP and oxygen therapies; and the accurate and timely scoring and reporting of polysomnographic data. Measurement of daytime sleepiness will also be included. Must be taken pass/fail. Prerequisites: PSOM 1400, PSOM 1500 and PSOM 1600. Corequisites: PSOM 2000, PSOM 2100 and PSOM 2300.
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3.00 Credits
3.00 credits (3.00 int) This course provides graduating Polysomnography Technology students with a capstone experience in the sleep center industry. The course competencies include performance of comprehensive sleep studies in area sleep centers. Students may choose to focus on a particular patient population as an area of interest, with instructor permission. Must be taken P/F. Prerequisites: PSOM 1400, PSOM 1500 and PSOM 1600. Corequisites: PSOM 2000, PSOM 2100 and PSOM 2200.
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3.00 Credits
3.00 credits (3.00 lec) The course examines how psychological concepts can be applied to everyday life. A variety of topics focusing on personal adjustment are included, such as the effects of stress, memory formation, interpersonal relationships and strategies for changing behavior. The course is designed for students who are not planning to take General Psychology. Fulfills MnTC Goal Area 5. Prerequisite: Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits (4.00 lec) The course provides a comprehensive view of human development from conception to death. Important aspects of development changes, (biological, cognitive and psychosocial) are examined, as well as problems and issues salient to various developmental stages. Fulfills MnTC Goal Areas 5 and 9. Prerequisite: PSYC 1110, placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.* *These prerequisites are only for non-Nursing program students. Nursing students should work with Nursing program admissions to determine if prerequisites are met.
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3.00 Credits
3.00 credits (3.00 lec) Abnormal Psychology expands on the brief sample of psychological disorders studied in General Psychology. This course reviews the personality theories underlying the multiple explanations of psychological disorders and examines the symptoms, etiology and treatment of disorders (e.g. schizophrenia, mood disorders and autism). Assessment and diagnostic procedures and issues are discussed, as well as social, ethical, cultural and legal issues that intersect with the mental health field, especially in regard to the treatment of mental illness. Fulfills MnTC Goal Area 5. Prerequisite: PSYC 1110, placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.
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3.00 Credits
3.00 credits (3.00 lec) Social psychology is the scientific study of how people think about, influence and relate to one another. The four basic themes are: 1) Social thinking: How we view ourselves and others and how we assess the accuracy of our impressions, intuitions and explanations; 2) Social influence: Examining the nature of conformity, persuasion and group influence so we can better recognize their influence upon us; 3) Social relations: Examining positive and negative attitudes and behavior in areas such as attraction, altruism, aggression, violence and peacemaking; and 4) Application of psychological principles to law, business and health. Fulfills MnTC Goal Areas 5 and 9. Prerequisite: PSYC 1110, placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.
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