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  • PSCI 1147: Introduction to China,Japan and the Asian Pacific Rim

    1.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    1.00 credit (1.00 lec) This course provides an introduction to the Asian Pacific Rim region in general and especially to the countries of China and Japan. Students will become more familiar with the countries and cultures of the region and examine the different forces that unite and divide the people who live there. They will learn about the major internal and external factors that are driving the changes, challenges and conflicts that each country faces. (Note: Any major crisis in the region that may exist at the time of each course offering will be integrated into our study.) Fulfills MnTC Goal Areas 5 and 8. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 0200 or placement into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052.
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  • PSCI 1149: Introduction to Mexico

    1.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    1.00 credit (1.00 lec) This course provides an introduction to the country of Mexico including its relationship with the United States and regional neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean. In order to better understand contemporary Mexico, students will explore geographic and key historical as well as current internal and external political, economic, social and cultural forces that drive change and spur conflict in this country today. Key topics include migration and immigration, the role of the NAFTA and other trade treaties and the impact of the Zapatista resistance movement. Students will also become familiar with the Resource Center of the Americas and other Mexico-related organizations and resources. Fulfills MnTC Goal Areas 5 and 8. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 0200 or placement into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052.
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  • PSCI 1169: Introduction to Human Rights

    1.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    1.00 credits (1.00 lec) This course provides an introduction to the concept of human rights and how they have evolved, the tools that exist to pursue them and the kind of work that is being done to define and promote them in the United States and globally. In this class, students will meet human rights activists from a number of fields and become familiar with organizations and resources for continuing your education on human rights issues. Fulfills MnTC Goal Areas 5 and 8. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 0200 or placement into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052.
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  • PSCI 2000: Constitutional Law

    3.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    3.00 credits (3.00 lec) This course is an overview of the origins of the U.S. Constitution and its continuing evolution through amendment and interpretation. Changing power relationships within government and changing definitions of the basic rights of citizens will be examined through the study of important case decisions, both historic and contemporary, with an eye to demonstrating the fluid nature of our Constitutional system. Emphasis will be placed on the practical impact of the Constitution and of Supreme Court decisions upon the enforcement of criminal laws. Fulfills MnTC Goal Areas 5 and 9. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 0200 or placement into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052.
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  • PSCI 2998: Directed Study

    3.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    Prerequisite: One course in PSCI.
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  • PSOM 1000: Introduction to Sleep and Rest

    3.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    3.00 credits (3.00 lec) This course introduces students to the basic human need of sleep and rest. They will learn about the importance of sleep and rest for a healthy life, sleep cycles, the history of sleep and common sleep disorders; and be introduced to the field of sleep science and its relevance to other health professions. This course is open to the public as a health elective and is also a required course in the Polysomnographic Technology A.A.S. program. Prerequisites: 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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  • PSOM 1100: Fundamentals of Polysomnography

    3.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    3.00 credits (3.00 lec) This course covers the history and evolution of sleep medicine, the scope of the practice for Polysomnographic Technologists, and ethical considerations in healthcare. The classifications of sleep disorders and common therapeutic modalities will be introduced. Students will learn appropriate patient interactions and medical documentation. The role of the Polysomnographic Technologist as a member of the healthcare team will be emphasized. The course includes a site visit to a sleep laboratory. Prerequisite: Admission to the Polysomnographic Technology program, PSOM 1000.
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  • PSOM 1200: Anatomy and Physiology of Sleep and Breathing

    2.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    2.00 credits (2.00 lec) In this course, students will learn neurological and respiratory structure and function as it relates to sleep across the lifespan. Topics include circadian sleep/wake rhythms and the bioelectrical signals generated within the body. An introduction to normal human sleep staging is also included. Course meets the first eight weeks of the term. Prerequisites: Admission to the Polysomnographic Technology program, BIOL 2224. Corequisite: PSOM 1100.
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  • PSOM 1300: Pathophysiology and Classification of Sleep Disorders

    2.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    2.00 credits (2.00 lec) In this course, students will explore the pathophysiology of sleep disorders across the lifespan. Topics take in the major categories of sleep disorders described the International Classification of Sleep Disorders and an introduction to common therapies, including positive airway pressure (PAP), supplemental oxygen, as well as pharmaceutical and surgical treatments. Emphasis will be placed on the effects of pathology and treatment on the polysomnographic recording. Course meets the second eight weeks of the term. Prerequisites: Admission to the Polysomnographic Technology program, BIOL 2224. Corequisites: PSOM 1100 and PSOM 1200.
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  • PSOM 1400: Instrumentation in Polysomnography

    5.00 Credits
    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    5.00 credits (3.00 lec/2.00 lab) In this course, students will learn the principles of electricity necessary for polysomnography, with emphasis on signal amplification and filtration, characteristics of waveforms, and recognition of artifacts. The laboratory focuses on the preparation of recording equipment and the patient for polysomnography, including calibrations, the use of ancillary equipment and the application of electrodes and other monitors. Course meets the first eight weeks of the term. Prerequisites: PSOM 1100, PSOM 1200 and PSOM 1300. Corequisites: PSOM 1500 and PSOM 1600.
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