Catalog 2014-2015 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Motorcycle, Marine & Power Equipment Technology |
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MMPE 221 Advanced Electrical Applications 4 credits
Continuation of basic systems operation provides students with practice involving newly integrated electronic systems interfacing with fluid power and mechanical systems.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , and TRAN 125 , or instructor permission.
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MMPE 223 Advanced Motorcycle, Marine & Power Equip Apps I 6 credits
First of a three-part series to build on system basics and emerging technologies (emissions, electronic engine management systems, electronic corrosion protection, anti-lock brake and traction control systems, etc.) Many shop simulations.
Prerequisites: MMPE 221 or instructor permission.
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MMPE 231 Advanced Motorcycle, Marine & Power Equip App II 4 credits
Second of a three-part series to expand system basics and introduce students to emerging technologies. Shop practice; dealing with customers and vendors, processing paperwork and working on customer projects.
Prerequisites: MMPE 223 or instructor permission.
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MMPE 232 Advance Motorcycle, Marine & Power Equip App III 6 credits
Third in the series to expand system basics and acquaint students with emerging technologies (emissions, electronic engine management systems, electronic corrosion protection, anti-lock brake and traction control systems, etc.). Shop simulations continue.
Prerequisites: MMPE 231 or instructor permission.
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Motorcycle, Harley-Davidson® |
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MOHD 221 Harley-Davidson® Electrical Diagnostics 6 credits
Students will practice systematic diagnostics and repair of the starting, charging, ignition and security systems typically found on late model Harley- Davidson motorcycles.
Prerequisites: MMPE 215 or instructor permission.
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MOHD 223 Intro to Harley-Davidson® Electronic Cntrl System 3 credits
Students will learn about the electronic control systems typically found on late model Harley-Davidson motorcycles and be introduced to the Digital Technician diagnostic software.
Prerequisites: MOHD 221 or instructor permission.
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MOHD 225 Harley-Davidson® Service Procedures 6 credits
Students will learn to perform routine service procedures on all late model Harley- Davidson motorcycle platforms.
Prerequisites: MOHD 223 or instructor permission.
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MOHD 231 Advanced Harley-Davidson® Electr Control Systems 3 credits
Students will continue their studies of the electronic control systems typically found on late model Harley-Davidson motorcycles and focus on troubleshooting using the Digital Technician diagnostic software.
Prerequisites: MOHD 225 or instructor permission.
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MOHD 233 Harley-Davidson® Chassis Service 6 credits
Students will study the design, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of chassis systems typically found on late model Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
Prerequisites: MOHD 225 or instructor permission.
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MOHD 235 Harley-Davidson® Air-Cooled Powertrains 6 credits
Students will study the design, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of air-cooled powertrain systems typically found on late model Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
Prerequisites: MOHD 221 or instructor permission.
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Nursing |
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NURS 107 Nursing Assistant Theory 5 credits
This course will introduce students to the role, responsibilities, and skills required of a nursing assistant. The students will be introduced to health care concepts including scientific principles of nursing, basic therapeutic communication techniques, infection and infection control, vital sign measurement, safety and mobility issues, basic patient care, patient comfort, and nutrition.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 or equivalent test score. Corequisites: NURS 108 , NURS 109 .
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NURS 108 Nursing Assistant Lab 3 credits
This course will give students an opportunity to integrate Nursing Assistant theory into practice while in a lab environment. Students will practice and demonstrate an understanding of the skills necessary to provide safe care to the health care client. These skills include: infection control, vital sign measurement, safe transfer, ambulation and positioning and feeding patients. In addition the students will practice documenting, reporting and communication skills.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 or equivalent test score. Corequisites: NURS 107 , NURS 109 .
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NURS 109 Nursing Assistant Practicum 3 credits
This course will give students an opportunity to integrate the learning from Nursing Assistant Theory and Lab skills into the clinical environment caring for healthcare clients. Students will demonstrate safe client care through performance of nursing assistant skills in a healthcare environment. These skills include: infection control, vital sign measurement, safe transfer, ambulation and positioning and feeding patients. In addition the students will demonstrate accurate documenting, reporting and communication skills.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 or equivalent test score. Corequisites: NURS 107 , NURS 108 .
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NURS 110 Introduction to Pathophysiology 3 credits
This is an introductory course in the use of critical thinking, the understanding of scientific knowledge, and the application of the nursing process to the physiological response in health disturbances.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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NURS 111 Nursing Foundations 4 credits
Introductory course in the fundamentals of nursing care focused to foster global and cultural awareness. Provides theoretical background and introduces the nursing process emphasizing the role of the RN.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Corequisites: NURS 112 .
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NURS 112 Nursing Foundations Practicum 2 credits
This course allows the student to apply introductory critical thinking skills, observe the nursing process, practice communication techniques, and demonstrate basic nursing skills in a long-term care setting.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Corequisites: NURS 111 .
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NURS 113 Health Assessment and Promotion 2 credits
This course is an introduction to the concepts of health promotion throughout the life span as a basis for performing a total client assessment. Critical thinking skills and cultural needs are included. Combined lecture and laboratory practice on a well adult.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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NURS 116 Communication Processes in Nursing 2 credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of therapeutic communication and techniques for use with clients, families, and co-workers. Students identify patterns of communication and explore common barriers to safe and effective communication.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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NURS 117 Skills Lab I 2 credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of therapeutic communication and techniques for use with clients, families, and co-workers. Students identify patterns of communication and explore common barriers to safe and effective communication.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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NURS 121 Medical-surgical Nursing I 4 credits
The first of two courses presenting nursing care as it relates to common disturbances of homeostasis. Critical thinking skills and cultural needs of the client are introduced. Students utilize a systems approach to patient care.
Prerequisites: NURS 111 , NURS 112 . Corequisites: NURS 122 .
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NURS 122 Medical-surgical Nursing I Practicum 5 credits
This course offers the opportunity for the student to continue to apply and expand nursing skills, critical thinking skills, and communication skills in an acute care setting.
Prerequisites: NURS 111 , NURS 112 . Corequisites: NURS 121 .
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NURS 128 Skills Lab II 2 credits
This is the second of a two course series introducing the nursing student to the process and rationale of nursing skills and procedures. It includes didactic instruction and supervised practice of intermediate nursing skills in a laboratory environment.
Prerequisites: NURS 117 .
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NURS 129 Gerontological Nursing 2 credits
A course introducing the nursing student to concepts and processes of assessment, care and health promotion for the older adult. Students will explore the nurse role as change agent in the planning and delivery of care in the older adult.
Prerequisites: NURS 111 NURS 112 .
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NURS 131 Medical Surgical Nursing II 4 credits
This course introduces common disturbances of homeostasis across the adult life span. Students continue to build on knowledge gained in prerequisite course work in developing an understanding of disease processes and the role of the nurse in the care of clients with altered functioning related to disease processes.
Prerequisites: NURS 121 , NURS 122 . Corequisites: NURS 132 .
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NURS 132 Medical-surgical Nursing II Practicum 5 credits
In this course the student continues to expand and integrate critical thinking skills, knowledge of the nursing process, communication techniques, and technical skills in an acute care setting.
Prerequisites: NURS 121 , NURS 122 . Corequisites: NURS 131 .
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NURS 134 Introduction to Pharmacology 3 credits
A systems approach is utilized as it relates to pharmacological interventions by the nurse. There is an emphasis on client information literacy, cultural awareness, and issues involving non-compliance with therapies.
Prerequisites: NURS 111 , NURS 112 .
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NURS 135 Mental Health Nursing 3 credits
Introduces concepts relating to emotional, mental, and behavioral disturbances and disorders of clients. Emphasizes basic concepts including legal and ethical principles related to mental health and illness, and the role and responsibilities of the nurse in the chronic and acute mental health care setting.
Prerequisites: NURS 121 , NURS 122 .
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NURS 139 Mental Health Nursing Practicum 3 credits
This course covers care for individuals with psychiatric disturbances and their families in acute care, outpatient, and community mental health care settings with clients manifesting complex neurophysiological and psychosocial disturbances.
Prerequisites: NURS 121 , NURS 122 .
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NURS 205 Professional Nursing Transition 3 credits
This course assists the working LPN with re-entering academia, learning the role of a RN, and prepares them for the transition into providing a higher level of care.
Corequisites: NURS 221 , NURS 222 , NURS 225 , NURS 226 .
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NURS 213 Leadership and Practice For the LPN 3 credits
Explores the legal, ethical, and philosophical aspects pertaining to the role of the practical and registered nurse in Washington State. Teaches effective transition skills, professional planning, and lifelong learning.
Prerequisites: NURS 131 , NURS 132 , NURS 135 , NURS 139 .
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NURS 214 Nursing Practice and the Family Unit 4 credits
Students learn about physiological changes that occur during non-complicated pregnancy and birth, common complications, physiological adaptations of the normal newborn, normal growth and development of a child from infancy to adolescent. Cultural awareness and diverse approaches to parenting are specifically addressed in this course.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Corequisites: NURS 215 , NURS 213 , NURS 219
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NURS 215 Nursing Practice and the Family Unit Practicum 2 credits
Students observe acute care experience with mothers, newborns, and families, conduct an assessment of children in a community setting. Cultural awareness and information literacy of the new family unit is emphasized.
Prerequisites: Instructor Permission. Corequisites: NURS 214 , NURS 213 , NURS 219
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NURS 219 Medical-surgical Nursing III Preceptorship 3 credits
The course combines the concepts and skills learned throughout the practical nurse program. Emphasizes skill development, independence, time management and the nursing process as the basis for providing care to a group of clients.
Prerequisites: NURS 122 , NURS 132 . Corequisites: NURS 213 .
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NURS 221 Nursing & the Childbearing Family 3 credits
This course focuses on normal growth and development and nursing needs of the child-bearing family from pre-conception through infancy while presenting a holistic approach to the culturally diverse families. Nursing care related to other aspects of the reproductive system (STDs, Family Planning) is also included.
Prerequisites: NURS 131 , NURS 132 . Corequisites: NURS 222 .
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NURS 222 Nursing & the Childbearing Family Practicum 3 credits
Registered Nurse student care experience with mothers, newborns, and families. Students acquire cultural awareness and information literacy pertaining to the new family unit.
Prerequisites: NURS 131 , NURS 132 . Corequisites: NURS 221 .
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NURS 225 Nursing of Children 3 credits
This course focuses on the growth and development of the child from birth through adolescence in diverse populations. Major childhood illnesses and community resources for family units discussed.
Prerequisites: NURS 131 , NURS 132 . Corequisites: NURS 226 .
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NURS 226 Nursing of Children Practicum 3 credits
This course provides an opportunity for students to apply and expand their critical thinking skills, use of the nursing process, and communications skills while focusing on acutely ill pediatric clients and their families.
Prerequisites: NURS 131 , NURS 132 . Corequisites: NURS 225 .
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NURS 241 Medical-Surgical Nursing III 5 credits
This course teaches advanced nursing theory, and scientific principles emphasizing clients with complex health disturbances across the adult life. Nursing research and evidenced based practice will be introduced, as it pertains to direct client care. Emphasis is on the nurse role in collaborative partnership with all health team members in developing and evaluating effectiveness of client care plan.
Prerequisites: NURS 221 , NURS 222 , NURS 225 , NURS 226 . Corequisites: NURS 242 .
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NURS 242 Medical-Surgical Nursing III Practicum 5 credits
This course provides opportunities for students to work in an acute care setting with clients manifesting multi-faceted physiological, mental, and social health disturbances.
Prerequisites: NURS 221 , NURS 222 , NURS 225 , NURS 226 . Corequisites: NURS 241 .
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NURS 243 Leadership and Nursing Practice 3 credits
This course introduces the nurse student to the legal, ethical, and professional components of nursing. Included in the course is nursing history, growth of nursing, and current trends as applied to clinical and practice areas. Specialty areas within the profession will be presented and discussed. Nurse role as educator and leader, with a special emphasis on culturally competent care is explored.
Prerequisites: NURS 241 , NURS 242 .
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NURS 244 Leadership and Nursing Practice Preceptorship 6 credits
This course is a clinical preceptorship in a nursing practice setting. The focus is on the student’s ability to integrate delivery of care with teamwork and leadership.
Prerequisites: NURS 241 , NURS 242 .
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Nutrition |
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NUTR& 101 Nutrition 5 credits
This course studies the concepts of nutrition and biochemistry. It also addresses nutrition of different life cycles and diet planning as significant factors of health and wellness.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 , or ABED 053 , or equivalent placement scores.
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Occupational Therapy Assistant |
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OTA 101 Conditions in Occupational Therapy 3 credits
This course covers basic pathophysiology with emphasis on conditions most frequently observed and treated in physical rehabilitation and occupational therapy. Topics include etiology, pathology, manifestation, treatment, and prognosis of selected body systems.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 175 , ENGL& 101 , MEDA 116 , PSYC& 200 , and admission to the OTA Program. Corequisites: OTA 101, OTA 112 .
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OTA 110 Foundations for Occupational Therapy Assistants 5 credits
This course includes an introduction to occupational therapy, basic theory and philosophy, ethics, and areas of OT practice. The student will craft a personal development plan based on the tenets of occupational therapy.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 175 , ENGL& 101 , MEDA 116 , PSYC& 200 , and admission to the OTA Program. Corequisites: OTA 101 , OTA 112 .
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OTA 112 Functional Movement and Kinesiology I 5 credits
The two Functional Movement & Kinesiology courses introduce the phenomenon of human motion and function within the context of occupational performance. A review of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems is offered. In the first course the students will analyze human joint motion, identify anatomical landmarks through palpation, and investigate human movement required for daily activities. Client factors, body functions and body structures, related to movement are studied as they affect performance in areas of occupation.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 175 , ENGL& 101 , MEDA 116 , PSYC& 200 , and admission to the OTA Program. Corequisites: OTA 101 , OTA 112 .
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OTA 113 Assistive Technology 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to adaptive equipment including simple tools, seating and positioning devices, and computer use in therapeutic interventions. These adapted technologies are an important part of the practice of occupational therapy.
Prerequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 211 , OTA 214 , OTA 215 , OTA 216 . Corequisites: OTA 121 , OTA 133 , OTA 228 , OTA 229 .
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OTA 120 Professional Communication in Healthcare 3 credits
This course addresses effective communication and collaboration in today’s healthcare system. Students focus on written and verbal communication skills with emphasis on documentation. The professional opportunities for and the role of the occupational therapy assistant including that of leadership continue to be explored within the scope of practice.
Prerequisites: OTA 131 , OTA 132 , OTA 142 , OTA 143 OTA 210 . Corequisites: OTA 211 , OTA 214 , OTA 215 , OTA 216 .
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OTA 121 Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation I 5 credits
This class provides in depth exposure to common medical conditions, physical disabilities, and the specific interventions and treatments used by the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA).
Prerequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 211 , OTA 214 , OTA 215 , OTA 216 . Corequisites: OTA 113 , OTA 133 , OTA 228 , OTA 229 .
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OTA 131 Human Activity and Occupational Performance 5 credits
This course allows students to exam the therapeutic value of purposeful activity. Occupation throughout the lifespan, the teaching & learning process, and activity analysis are explored. Applications of individual and group interventions are applied & examined.
Prerequisites: OTA 101 , OTA 110 , OTA 112 . Corequisites: OTA 132 , OTA 142 , OTA 143 , OTA 210 .
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OTA 132 Functional Movement and Kinesiology II 2 credits
The two Functional Movement & Kinesiology courses introduce the phenomenon of human motion and function within the context of occupational performance. The students continue to analyze human motion in the second of the two courses. Students also develop skills in assessment procedures and therapeutic intervention addressing functional movement.
Prerequisites: OTA 101 , OTA 110 , OTA 112 . Corequisites: OTA 131 , OTA 142 , OTA 143 , OTA 210 .
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OTA 133 Professional Topics in Occupational Therapy 3 credits
This course explores current professional issues in the field of occupational therapy and healthcare. The course addresses advocacy, evidence-based research, clinical reasoning, emerging practice areas, management, global and local healthcare trends as well as health and wellness as it relates to engagement in occupation and occupational therapy.
Prerequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 211 , OTA 214 , OTA 215 , OTA 216 . Corequisites: OTA 113 , OTA 121 , OTA 228 , OTA 229 .
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OTA 142 Fieldwork Level IA 1 credits
Creating an opportunity for professional growth, three Level I Fieldwork courses are scheduled within the didactic portion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. The Level I Fieldwork experience allows the student to demonstrate professional skills while interacting with clients and other professionals. Students begin to assimilate academic coursework through observation and participation in three placements at various healthcare settings in the community.
Prerequisites: OTA 101 , OTA 110 , OTA 112 . Corequisites: OTA 131 , OTA 132 , OTA 143 , OTA 210 .
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OTA 210 Occupational Therapy Process and Pediatrics 5 credits
This course examines the causes, courses, and prognoses of conditions and diseases which occur in the span of birth through adolescence. The role of the occupational therapy assistant (OTA) is presented.
Prerequisites: OTA 101 , OTA 110 , OTA 112 . Corequisites: OTA 131 , OTA 142 , OTA 142 , OTA 143 .
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OTA 211 Occupational Therapy Process and Mental Health 5 credits
This course covers adaptations to everyday occupations needed by clients receiving occupational therapy. Adapted equipment, techniques, methods, and environments for a wide variety of client populations are included.
Prerequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 131 , OTA 132 , OTA 142 , OTA 143 , OTA 210 . Corequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 214 , OTA 215 , OTA 216 .
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OTA 215 Fieldwork Level IB 3 credits
Creating an opportunity for professional growth, three Level I Fieldwork courses are scheduled within the didactic portion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. The Level I Fieldwork experience allows the student to demonstrate professional skills while interacting with clients and other professionals. Students begin to assimilate academic coursework through observation and participation in three placements at various healthcare settings in the community.
Prerequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 131 , OTA 132 , OTA 142 , OTA 143 , OTA 210 . Corequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 211 , OTA 214 , OTA 216 .
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OTA 228 Fieldwork Level IC 1 credits
Creating an opportunity for professional growth, three Level I Fieldwork courses are scheduled within the didactic portion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. The Level I Fieldwork experience allows the student to demonstrate professional skills while interacting with clients and other professionals. Students begin to assimilate academic coursework through observation and participation in three placements at various healthcare settings in the community.
Prerequisites: OTA 120 , OTA 211 , OTA 214 , OTA 215 , OTA 216 . Corequisites: OTA 113 , OTA 121 , OTA 133 , OTA 229 .
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OTA 230 Fieldwork: Level IIA 10 credits
This course provides the first full-time (40 hour per week) 8-week clinical experience in a community, rehabilitation, medical, or mental health setting under the supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant licensed by the Dept. of Health, State of Washington.
Prerequisites: OTA 225 , OTA 226 , OTA 227 . Corequisites: OTA 231 .
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OTA 231 Seminar IIA 2 credits
This course covers the practical clinical issues experienced by the OTA students during the first 8 weeks of the quarter. After the successful completion of the 8-week Fieldwork II Experience, students come back to campus for a seminar for directed discussion and sharing based upon actual clinical experiences. Specific course content is dependent upon each student’s unique experience.
Prerequisites: OTA 225 , OTA 226 , OTA 227 . Corequisites: OTA 230 .
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OTA 240 Fieldwork: Level IIB 10 credits
This course provides a second full-time (40 hour per week) 8-week clinical experience in a community, rehabilitation, medical, or mental health setting. The student will practice under the supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant licensed by the State of Washington. This fieldwork assignment will take place in a different clinical practice setting than OTA 230 .
Prerequisites: OTA 230 , OTA 231 Corequisites: OTA 241 .
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OTA 241 Seminar IIB 2 credits
This course covers the practical clinical issues experienced by the OTA students during the first 8 weeks of the quarter. After the successful completion of the 8-week Fieldwork II Experience, students come back to campus for a seminar for directed discussion and sharing based upon actual clinical experiences. Practical preparation for the national occupational therapy assistant certification examination is emphasized.
Prerequisites: OTA 230 , OTA 231 . Corequisites: OTA 240 .
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 301 Public Health Ethics 5 credits
This course focuses on ethical issues in public health and health care policy. This includes health care rights, resource allocation issues, individual autonomy versus population health promotion, privacy and human subjects’ protection in public health data and research, and the use of summary measures to drive policy. Admission to the BASPH program or instructor permission.
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PHIL 305 Professional Ethics 5 credits
This course examines ethical questions that can arise for individuals working in business and other professions. Students will be equipped to identify the values that inform various professions and to skillfully resolve conflicts that arise between core value concepts.
Prerequisites: Completion of an AAS, AAS-T, or AA degree or instructor permission.
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PHIL 321 Design Philosophy and Ethics 5 credits
An overview of the varied approaches to the study of philosophy from classical to contemporary is applied to the evolving design field. A study of common design terminology and semantics, applied with proper reasoning, is integrated into student projects. Ethical decision-making within the design profession is emphasized.
Prerequisites: Admission to BTAD program or instructor permission.
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PHIL& 120 Symbolic Logic 5 credits
A comprehensive introduction to symbolic logic, including its historical development, the structure of logical forms, deductive tools and techniques, the role of logic in language, mathematics, and philosophy, and applications in decision-making, computer programming, and silicon circuitry.
Prerequisites: MATH 098 or MATH 099 , and ENGL 093 , or equivalent placement test scores.
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Physics |
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PHYS& 114 General Physics I w/Lab 5 credits
This course covers kinematics, motion in two-dimensions, force and motion, work and energy, momentum and collisions, circular motion, gravitation, rotational motion, and solids. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: MATH 098 , or MATH 099 , or instructor permission.
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PHYS& 115 General Physics II w/Lab 5 credits
This course covers ideal gas law & kinetic theory, thermodynamics, temperature and heat, heat transfer, electric forces and fields, electric potential, electric circuits, magnetic forces & fields, electromagnetic induction. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: PHYS& 114 .
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Psychology |
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PSYC 099 Human Relations 5 credits
Course will cover essential communication and interpersonal skills desired in the work environment. Teamwork skills will be achieved through practical application.
Prerequisites: ABED 045 , or ABED 046 , or equivalent placement score.
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PSYC 324 Psychology of Organizations 5 credits
This course prepares the student to exercise effective leadership by learning positive psychology, negotiation and labor relations, strength-based management of individuals and teams, motivation/morale, and conflict resolution.
Prerequisites: Admission to a baccalaureate program and PSYC& 100 or SOC& 101 , or instructor permission.
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PSYC 441 Psychology of Creativity 5 credits
This course is a close examination of creativity as a human trait. Issues of definition, identification, measurement, development, use, loss, and value in the design process are examined.
Prerequisites: PSYC& 100 or equivalent. Admission to BTAD program or instructor permission.
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PSYC& 100 General Psychology 5 credits
This course will introduce students to the principles of motivation, communication, human development and learning. Practical applications will be made to individual difference, group process and behavior in organizations.
Prerequisites: ABED 045 , or ABED 046 , or equivalent placement score.
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PSYC& 200 Lifespan Psychology 5 credits
Students will learn the stages of human development from infancy throughout the life span. Stages will be discussed in terms of physical, social and psychological. Normal growth and development are discussed for each developmental stage. Also addressed are deviations from normal as behaviors which interfere with function. Practical applications are made.
Prerequisites: ABED 045 , or ABED 046 , or equivalent placement score.
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PSYC& 220 Abnormal Psychology 5 credits
Students will learn to identify symptoms of abnormal psychological disorders and diagnostic classifications, including various models of treatment. Students will gain a better understanding of maladaptive behavior and its impact on individuals, families, and society. They will also acquire basic information regarding the identification and management of high-risk situations that may occur during the course of their work as a human service professional.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 or equivalent test score.
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Physical Therapist Assistant |
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PTA 105 Introduction to Physical Therapy 1 credits
Covers the history and organization of the field of physical therapy, overview of practice settings, behavior and conduct expectations of the PTA, and the role of the PTA.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Corequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 115 , PTA 117 , PTA 125 .
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PTA 115 Procedures I 5 credits
Introduces principles and techniques of basic patient care skills. Emphasis is on patient safety. Skills include vital signs, aseptic technique, positioning & draping, soft tissue mobilization, body mechanics and selected physical agents with focus on thermal agents.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Corequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 105 , PTA 117 , PTA 125 .
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PTA 117 Pathophysiology 3 credits
Survey of human pathophysiology covering common pathologies of major body systems. Emphasis on connecting the key elements of pathology and disease to working with patients as a PTA.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Corequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 105 , PTA 115 , PTA 125 .
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PTA 125 Kinesiology I 4 credits
Principles of kinesiology including osteokinematics, arthrokinematics, force, torque, and levers as applied to human movement. In-depth study of musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology with a focus on application to physical therapy.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Corequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 105 , PTA 115 , PTA 117 .
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PTA 126 Kinesiology II 5 credits
Continuation of in-depth study of musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology. Course also covers principles of typical gait, basic gait analysis techniques and common gait deviations.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 105 , PTA 115 , PTA 117 , PTA 125 . Corequisites: PTA 135 , PTA 145 , PTA 155 .
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PTA 135 Topics in Physical Therapy I 3 credits
Communication skills for the PTA including written documentation, plan of care review, recognizing and responding to individual and cultural differences, interpersonal communication, educating patients and caregivers, and educating others about the role of the PTA.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 105 , PTA 115 , PTA 117 , PTA 125 . Corequisites: PTA 126 , PTA 145 , PTA 155 .
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PTA 136 Topics in Physical Therapy II 3 credits
Course covers administrative skills relevant to the PTA including accurate and timely billing, resource management, managing productivity and an overview of payment systems. Additional topics include skills for reading healthcare literature and the APTA Guide to PT Practice.
Prerequisites: PTA 126 , PTA 135 , PTA 145 , PTA 155 . Corequisites: PTA 146 , PTA 156 .
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PTA 145 Orthopedics I 6 credits
Principles of therapeutic exercise and intervention skills for aerobic conditioning, agility training, postural awareness and stabilization, strengthening, flexibility and electrotherapeutic modalities. Data collection skills for joint movement and muscle performance. Review of pathology and application of skills for common musculoskeletal conditions.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 105 , OTA 115, PTA 117 , PTA 125 . Corequisites: PTA 126 , PTA 135 , PTA 155 .
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PTA 146 Orthopedics II 7 credits
Application of concepts and skills from Orthopedics I to musculoskeletal conditions of the upper extremity, spine, and lower extremity.
Prerequisites: PTA 126 , PTA 135 , PTA 145 , PTA 155 . Corequisites: PTA 136 , PTA 156 .
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PTA 155 Physical Rehabilitation I 5 credits
Intervention, data collection and communication skills for providing safe and effective physical therapy for patients in acute care settings as well as with geriatric patients. Skills include transfers and bed mobility, assistive mobility devices, and communicating with the healthcare team.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 242 , PTA 105 , OTA 115, PTA 117 , PTA 125 . Corequisites: PTA 126 , PTA 135 , PTA 145 .
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PTA 156 Physical Rehabilitation II 7 credits
Therapeutic interventions and data collection skills for patients with neurologic conditions. Review of structure and function of the nervous system and common neurologic and neuromuscular disorders.
Prerequisites: PTA 126 , PTA 135 , PTA 145 , PTA 155 . Corequisites: PTA 136 , PTA 146 .
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PTA 190 Clinical Affiliation I 4 credits
Initial full-time clinical affiliation in a physical therapy clinical setting under supervision of a clinical instructor. Application of behavioral, data collection, and therapeutic intervention skills acquired in previous PTA technical coursework.
Prerequisites: PTA 136 , PTA 146 , PTA 156 . Corequisites: PTA 215 , PTA 255 .
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PTA 215 Procedures II 5 credits
Principles and application of physical agents and modalities with focus on mechanical and light agents. Therapeutic interventions and data collection skills for integumentary conditions and edema management within the role of the PTA.
Prerequisites: PTA 136 , PTA 146 , PTA 156 . Corequisites: PTA 190 , PTA 255 .
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PTA 235 Topics in Physical Therapy III 3 credits
Topics and skills in PTA career development, social responsibility, performance improvement & quality assurance, and ethical behavior.
Prerequisites: PTA 190 , PTA 215 , PTA 255 . Corequisites: PTA 256 , PTA 280 , PTA 290 .
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PTA 236 Topics in Physical Therapy IV 4 credits
Skills to obtain a job and enter the workforce as a PTA including licensure preparation, board exam review, job search and interview skills.
Prerequisites: PTA 235 , PTA 256 , PTA 280 , PTA 290 . Corequisites: PTA 281 , PTA 291 .
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PTA 255 Physical Rehabilitation III 4 credits
Motor development, common diagnoses and treatment considerations for pediatric patients. Covers therapeutic interventions and data collection skills within the role of the PTA important for providing safe and effective physical therapy for children.
Prerequisites: PTA 136 , PTA 146 , PTA 156 . Corequisites: PTA 190 , PTA 2155.
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PTA 256 Physical Rehabilitation IV 4 credits
PTA skills for working with patients with complex conditions including patients with cardiac conditions and patients post amputation. Course also covers psychosocial aspects of patient care including topics of chronic pain, grief, depression and other common mental health conditions.
Prerequisites: PTA 190 , PTA 215 , PTA 255 . Corequisites: PTA 235 , PTA 280 , PTA 290 .
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PTA 290 Clinical Affiliation II 8 credits
Full-time clinical affiliation to develop and refine practical application of PTA skills under the supervision of an on-site clinical instructor.
Prerequisites: PTA 190 , PTA 215 , PTA 255 . Corequisites: PTA 235 , PTA 256 , PTA 280 .
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PTA 291 Clinical Affiliation III 9 credits
Final full-time clinical affiliation to continue to develop and refine practical application of PTA skills under the supervision of a clinical instructor in preparation to enter the field as an entry-level PTA.
Prerequisites: PTA 235 , PTA 256 , PTA 280 , PTA 290 . Corequisites: PTA 236 , PTA 2811.
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