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Course Descriptions

 

Political Science
  

  • PS 1203 - US Government I: National & State

    Hours: 3
    An introduction to the basic principles and structures of American, national, state, and local governments. Emphasis will be placed upon the federal system; constitutional development and interpretation; civil liberties; political parties; the executive, legislative, judicial branches; and federal administrative agencies. PS 1203 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMO requiring the study of state and federal constitutions. Students enrolling in their first Social Studies core course (HI 1103 , HI 1203 , HI 1303 , PS 1103 , PS 1203 or PS 1303 ) at ECC who have not met the constitutions requirement will be required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  Constitutions Study Module. Successful completion of the U.S. and MO constitution exams for students enrolled in the module is a course requirement for all Social Studies core courses, and students who do not pass the module exams will not receive credit for that course. Students who have fulfilled the competency requirement are not required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  again. Students who successfully completed the constitution study requirement prior to Fall 2010 need not enroll in the module.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, VAL, SBS, CON
    Prerequisite: EN 1223  or EN 1233  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: PS 1000 
  

  • PS 1303 - State & Local Government

    Hours: 3
    An introductory survey of state, county, and local government with emphasis on Missouri. The course examines intergovernmental relations; political parties and interest groups; elections; state, county and city legislatures, executives and courts; law enforcement; financing; policymaking; and the problems of metro areas suburbs and rural communities. PS 1303 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 RsMO requiring the study of U.S. and Missouri constitutions. Students enrolling in their first Social Studies core course (HI 1103 , HI 1203 , HI 1303 , PS 1103 , PS 1203  or PS 1303) at ECC who have not met the constitutions requirement will be required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  Constitutions Study Module. Successful completion of the U.S. and MO constitution exams for students enrolled in the module is a course requirement for all Social Studies core courses, and students who do not pass the module exams will not receive credit for that course. Students who have fulfilled the competency requirement are not required to enroll in HI 1000 /PS 1000  again. Students who successfully completed the constitution study requirement prior to Fall 2010 need not enroll in the module.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, VAL, SBS, CON
    Prerequisite: EN 1223  or EN 1233  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: PS 1000 
  

  • PS 2103 - International Relations

    Hours: 3
    A study of the major factors underlying international relations: climate and geography, national concepts and institutions, and the development of foreign policy. Today’s problems of developing nations, East vs. West, and nuclear potentials are considered.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: SBS, GLB, HOT
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PS 2303 - Introduction to Comparative Politics

    Hours: 3
    Analysis of ideologies, political cultures and governmental structures of key world countries in comparison to the United States and to each other; political systems of a variety of nations studied. This courses DOES NOT meet the provisions of Section 170.011 Rs.Mo. requiring the study of state and federal constitutions.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, GLB, SBS
    Prerequisite: PS 1103 , PS 1203 , HI 1003, CV 2103 , CV 2203 , HI 1103 , HI 1203  or HI 1303 ; minimum grade C.
  

  • PS 2701 - I.S.-Political Science

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PS 2702 - I.S.-Political Science

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PS 2703 - I.S.-Political Science

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PS 2704 - I.S.-Political Science

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PS 2705 - I.S.-Political Science

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interest and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PS 2711 - Special Topics-Political Science

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PS 2712 - Special Topics-Political Science

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PS 2713 - Special Topics-Political Science

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PS 2714 - Special Topics-Political Science

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PS 2715 - Special Topics-Political Science

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Psychology
  

  • PY 1103 - General Psychology

    Hours: 3
    A course designed to provide the student with a broad, general introduction to the field of psychology. It is a study of behavior designed to present an account of the significant concepts and findings of contemporary psychology. The course should provide a clear description of the bodies of knowledge in the core areas of psychology.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, SBS
    Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in EN 0203  or appropriate reading placement score.
  

  • PY 2103 - Personal & Social Adjustment

    Hours: 3
    A study of the everyday task of coping with ourselves, our environment, and the people we encounter. Emphasis will be placed on coping with problems, obstacles, and depressions.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, SBS, WRT
    Prerequisite: PY 1103  and EN 1223  or EN 1233 ; minimum grade C
  

  • PY 2203 - Child Psychology

    Hours: 3
    A study of development from conception to adolescence emphasizing both current and historical approaches to research and theory, genetic and environmental influences on development, and the sequence and timing of physical, mental, and personality development throughout the years of life from conception through adolescence.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, SBS, (WRT prior to 13FA)
    Prerequisite: PY 1103  or instructor consent
  

  • PY 2213 - Abnormal Psychology

    Hours: 3
    This is a survey course designed to examine the etiology, prevalence, symptomology, and treatment approaches of the major psychological disorders. Topics include anxiety and mood disorders, schizophrenia, somatoform and dissociative disorders, alcohol and drug abuse, development- related disorders, eating disorders and personality disorders.

    Prerequisite: PY 1103 
  

  • PY 2303 - Social Psychology

    Hours: 3
    This course focuses on the analysis of individual behavior in the social setting. Special attention will be given to the theories, methods, and research related to topics including conformity, persuasion, aggression, helping behavior, social judgments, attraction, and the self.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, SBS
    Prerequisite: PY 1103 
  

  • PY 2403 - Human Development

    Hours: 3
    A course designed to provide the student with a broad, general introduction to human development. The entire life span will be covered including those concepts and principles basic to an understanding of human development. Development will be studied using an integrated approach from the biological, psychological, sociological, and cultural perspectives.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, SBS, HOT
    Prerequisite: PY 1103  AND EN 1223  or EN 1233 ; minimum grade C
  

  • PY 2503 - Adolescent Psychology

    Hours: 3
    A broad, general introduction to human development and, specifically, adolescent development. Adolescence will be viewed in the entire life cycle and in the social, cultural, political and historical contexts. An integrated approach involving biological, psychological, and cultural perspectives will be used.

    Prerequisite: PY 1103  or instructor consent
  

  • PY 2701 - I.S.-Psychology

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PY 2702 - I.S.-Psychology

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PY 2703 - I.S.-Psychology

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PY 2704 - I.S.-Psychology

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PY 2705 - I.S.-Psychology

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • PY 2711 - Special Topics-Psychology

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PY 2712 - Special Topics-Psychology

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PY 2713 - Special Topics-Psychology

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PY 2714 - Special Topics-Psychology

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • PY 2715 - Special Topics-Psychology

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Radiological Technology
  

  • RA 1103 - Radiographic Procedures I *

    Hours: 3
    The student learns how to perform radiographic procedures of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and upper and lower extremity. Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographs are discussed, along with associated anatomy, pathology, and special studies. Laboratory study is utilized in this unit to demonstrates clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1123 - Fundamentals of Radiologic Science & Health Care *

    Hours: 3
    Provides the student with an overview of Medical Imaging and its role in health care delivery. Students are oriented to key departments, professionalism, and the process to become a successful RT(R). The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1133 - Patient Care in Radiologic Science *

    Hours: 3
    Student learns concepts, medical ethics, and patient care including consideration of physical and psychological conditions, routine and emergency patient care procedures, the role of the radiographer in patient education, and the special aspects of death and dying. CPR certification will be achieved. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1143 - Medical Terminology *

    Hours: 3
    Provides the student with the elements and origins of medical terminology, introduces word building systems, specific body terminology, addresses abbreviations and symbols, and gives insights into understanding radiographic orders and diagnostic reports. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1153 - Radiographic Physics I *

    Hours: 3
    Students gain knowledge of basic atomic structure and radiographic physics along with their units of measurements. The electromagnetic spectrum is discussed in relationship to x-rays. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1161 - Radiation Protection, Prod & Characteristics *

    Hours: 1
    Students learn principles of radiation protection, responsibility to patients, personnel, and the public, as well as dose equivalent limits and regulatory involvement. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-4580160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1171 - Digital Image Acquisition & Display I *

    Hours: 1
    Students are introduced to factors that govern and influence the production of the radiographic image using CR/DR equipment. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1181 - Film Processing *

    Hours: 1
    Students learn film processor operation and components along with processor care, procedures, and artifacts. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only student accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to the course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-4580160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1195 - Clinical Practicum I *

    Hours: 5
    Students apply didactic information to real life setting by gaining competency in five general care activities, three mandatory radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to the course which is taught by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1223 - Radiographic Procedures II *

    Hours: 3
    The student learns how to perform radiographic procedures of the spine, thorax, digestive & urinary systems. Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographs are discussed, along with associated anatomy, pathology, and special studies. Laboratory study is utilized in this unit to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 563-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1232 - Film-Screen Image Acquisition *

    Hours: 2
    Students learn the factors that govern and influence the production of the radiographic image using film/screen system. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1263 - Radiographic Physics II *

    Hours: 3
    Students learn fundamental components and operation of x-ray generating equipment. X-ray production, beam characteristics, and x-ray interactions with matter are also discussed. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by the Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1275 - Clinical Practicum II *

    Hours: 5
    Students apply didactic information to real life setting by gaining competency in six mandatory radiologic procedures and three elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is taught by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1313 - Digital Image Acquisition & Display II *

    Hours: 3
    Students learn in depth factors that govern and influence the production of the radiographic image using CR/DR equipment such as acquisition, processing, and display. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1323 - Radiographic Procedures III *

    Hours: 3
    The student learns how to perform radiographic procedures associated with the cranium and facial bones. Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographs are discussed, along with associated anatomy, pathology, and special studies. Laboratory study is utilized in this unit to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1331 - Quality Assurance *

    Hours: 1
    Students are introduced to the evaluation of radiographic systems to assure consistency in the production of quality images. Components involved in QA are identified, along with tests and procedures used to evaluate radiographic equipment. State and federal impacts also are described. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1342 - Imaging Equipment *

    Hours: 2
    The student learns knowledge about equipment routinely utilized to produce diagnostic images such as CT, Mobile, Tomography, AEC, and Fluoroscopy. Various recording media and techniques are discussed. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by the Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1362 - Pharmacology & Drug Administration *

    Hours: 2
    Students learn IV Therapy procedures, complications, and equipment necessary for infusion of drugs, as well as information about contrast media and medications. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1375 - Clinical Practicum III *

    Hours: 5
    Students apply didactic information to real life setting by gaining competency in one general patient care activity, seven mandatory radiologic procedures and three elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1422 - Radiation Biology *

    Hours: 2
    Students learn the principles of cell radiation interaction. Radiation effects of cells and factors affecting cell response are presented, acute and chronic effects of radiation are discussed. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by the Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1433 - Radiographic Procedures IV *

    Hours: 3
    The student learns how to perform radiographic procedures associated with the trauma (first 8 weeks). Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographs are discussed, along with associated changes that need to be made to adapt to the trauma patient. Laboratory study is utilized in this unit to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Computed Tomography (second 8 weeks) procedures learned will be head, abdomen/pelvis, thorax and several special examinations. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1445 - Clinical Practicum IV *

    Hours: 5
    Students apply didactic information to real life setting by gaining competency in ten mandatory radiologic procedures and three elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1510 - Curriculum Review V *

    Hours: 0.5
    Students review all aspects of the Radiologic Technology curriculum. This is preparation for the successful completion (75% or better) on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies national exam. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is taught by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1532 - Image Analysis *

    Hours: 2
    Using knowledge from multiple didactic units, especially clinical education the student evaluates radiographic examinations for diagnostic quality, and then uses critical thinking skills to make corrections if necessary. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by the Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1541 - Radiographic Procedures V *

    Hours: 1
    The student learns how to perform special radiographic procedures such as angiography, myelography, arthrography, ERCP, sialography, and hystersalpingography. The associated anatomy, pathology, and the special equipment used for these exams are learned. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program
  

  • RA 1555 - Clinical Practicum V *

    Hours: 5
    Students apply didactic information to real life setting by gaining competency in ten mandatory radiologic procedures and six elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively. The college offers this course as part of the Radiologic Technology program through partnership with the Rolla School District. Only students accepted and enrolled through the Rolla Technical Center are allowed entry in to this course which is instructed by Rolla Technical Center faculty. To pursue program admittance, students may call 573-458-0160 for information.

    Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Respiratory Care
  

  • RC 1003 - Introduction to Respiratory Care *

    Hours: 3
    Entry level information is presented regarding respiratory therapy history from its conception to its current goals and standing. Topics covered include medial terminology, hospital and respiratory therapy department structure and management, psychosocial aspects of patient care, and medical ethics. A clinical session, allows the student an orientation rotation at the program’s clinical sites.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program
  

  • RC 1011 - Lab Practicum I *

    Hours: 1
    Practice of basic respiratory therapy procedures as outlined in the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) entry level examination content outline. Including cardiopulmonary assessment, medical gas administration, oxygen therapy, infection control, equipment maintenance, chest physiotherapy, chest expansion therapy, airway management, and administering medicated aerosol therapy. Students practice entry level respiratory care procedures, using state-of-the- art equipment, in the clinical laboratory under simulated patient situations. The student will address the three difficulty levels of learning, in the laboratory environment (Recall, Application, and Analysis).

    Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory therapy program.
  

  • RC 1012 - Patient Assessment *

    Hours: 2
    A systematic approach to advanced cardiopulmonary patient assessment. Emphasis is on evaluation of the respiratory care plan based upon laboratory data, electrocardiogram interpretation, fluid and electrolyte balance, acid base balance and oxygen transport, pulmonary function testing, exercise testing, interpretation of chest radiographs, bronchoscopy, and hemodynamic monitoring.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program, RC 1003 , RC 1011 , EN 1223 , MT 1083  or higher level math course, BI 1804 ; minimum grade C
  

  • RC 1021 - Lab Practicum II *

    Hours: 1
    Practice of basic respiratory therapy procedures as outlined in the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) entry level examination content outline. Including CPR, EKG’s, cardiac stress testing, and polysomnography. Students practice entry level respiratory care procedures, using state-of-the-art equipment, in the clinical laboratory under simulated patient situations. The student will address the three difficulty levels of learning, in the laboratory environment (Recall, Application, and Analysis).

    Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program, RC 1003 , RC 1011 , EN 1223 , MT 1083  or higher math course, BI 1804 ; minimum grade C
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Science
  

  • SC 1000 - Laboratory Safety for Students

    Hours: 0
    A course in laboratory safety intended to familiarize students enrolled in a science class (with a laboratory component) with proper laboratory techniques and safety regulations, and procedures. Students will learn to identify hazards relevant to science laboratory and how to minimize hazardous exposure. Laboratory etiquette, attire, chemical and fire safety, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are among the topics to be covered in the laboratory orientation course. The final portion of the laboratory orientation course will be covered by the instructor in the student’s first scheduled laboratory class.

    Prerequisite: None

Sociology
  

  • SO 1103 - General Sociology

    Hours: 3
    An introductory course in the field of sociology with special emphasis on the scientific study of social relations, social organizations, social institutions, and social dynamics.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL, GLB, SBS
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 1203 - American Social Problems

    Hours: 3
    A study of select problems, including consideration of proposed lines of action in dealing with them. Problem areas include population, the affluent society, poverty, urban renewal, delinquency and crime, automation, the aging, ethnic and racial relations, and the role of the United States in the relationship to the underdeveloped areas of the world.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: SBS, VAL, GLB
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 2103 - Human Relations

    Hours: 3
    An introduction to the applied principles of sociology and psychology as they relate to human interaction in small groups. Major emphasis is placed on analysis of the interaction process with a view toward additional understanding of individual and group behavior and the problems attendant to leadership.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL, SBS, WRT
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EN 1223  or EN 1233  
  

  • SO 2203 - Marriage & Family

    Hours: 3
    A study of the family, society, and the individual. The course includes background on American family patterns; premarital behavior; marriage and variations in family forms; and problems of the family today. Special emphasis is given to marriage and the family as a kind of human relationship.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL, GLB, SBS
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 2303 - Introduction to Social Work

    Hours: 3
    A study of philosophy, historical development, and perspectives of social work.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: WRT, VAL (since 12/FA)
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 2701 - I.S.-Sociology

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • SO 2702 - I.S.-Sociology

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • SO 2703 - I.S.-Sociology

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • SO 2704 - I.S.-Sociology

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • SO 2705 - I.S.-Sociology

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  

  • SO 2711 - Special Topics-Sociology

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 2712 - Special Topics-Sociology

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 2713 - Special Topics-Sociology

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 2714 - Special Topics-Sociology

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SO 2715 - Spec Topics-Sociology

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Spanish
  

  • SP 1104 - Elementary Spanish I

    Hours: 4
    An introduction to the essential grammatical structures, vocabulary and pronunciation of Spanish. Emphasis upon the development of pivotal skills; listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Acquisition of cultural awareness. Course conducted in Spanish as far as practicable.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: GLB, HOT, HFA
    Prerequisite: None
  

  • SP 1204 - Elementary Spanish II

    Hours: 4
    A continuation of SP 1104  that completes the introduction to essential structures and further develops pivotal communication skills. Course conducted in Spanish as far as practicable.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: GLB, HOT, HFA
    Prerequisite: SP 1104 , minimum grade C or 2 years high school Spanish.
  

  • SP 2114 - Intermediate Spanish I

    Hours: 4
    An intermediate course that systematically reviews basic grammar and introduces complex structures; incorporates reading of authentic texts-both cultural and literary; and refines conversation and listening comprehension skills.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: GLB, HOT, HFA
    Prerequisite: SP 1204 , minimum grade C or 4 years of high school Spanish.
  

  • SP 2124 - Intermediate Spanish II

    Hours: 4
    An intermediate course which continues basic grammar review and introduces complex structures; incorporates reading of authentic texts–both cultural and literary; and refines conversation and listening comprehension skills.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: GLB, HOT, HFA
    Prerequisite: SP 2114 , minimum grade C
 

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