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Music
  

  • MUSI 1307 - Music Literature

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A survey of the styles and forms of music as it developed from the middle ages to the present.  This course will familiarize the student with cultural context, terminology, genres, and notation. CIP Code: (5009025226)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify the major periods of music history, general style characteristics and genres of each period, and major composers of each period and representative works. 2. Articulate the relationship between historical developments and events with musical styles and aesthetics. 3. Critically evaluate musical works using specific terminology and listening skills.
    Core Category Creative Arts [50]
  

  • MUSI 1310 - American Music

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A general survey of various styles of music of the Americas, including but not limited to jazz, folk, rock, and contemporary music. CIP Code: (5009025326)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify the elements, styles, and musicians representative of music within the chosen style(s). 2. Analyze the elements and structures of music using appropriate terminology. 3. Critically evaluate the influence of social, political, technological, and/or cultural ideas on the chosen musical style(s). 4. Articulate an informed personal reflection of the chosen musical style(s).
    Core Category Creative Arts [50]
  

  • MUSI 1311 - Music Theory I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including fundamental music concepts, scales, intervals, chords, 7th chords, and early four-part writing. Analysis of small compositional forms. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. CIP Code: (5009045126)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Corequisite: MUSI 1116  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Construct and identify major scale and all forms of the minor scale. 2. Construct and identify triads and seventh chords in all inversions. 3. Analyze triads in harmonic context utilizing standard roman-numeral symbols. 4. Compose music in standard four-part chorale style. 5. Identify small musical forms. 6. Demonstrate musical concepts covered in class, including scales, triads, and basic harmonic progression on the keyboard. 7. Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition.
  

  • MUSI 1312 - Music Theory II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including all diatonic chords and seventh chords in root position and inversions, non-chord tones, and functional harmony. Introduction to more complex topics, such as modulation, may occur. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. CIP Code: (5009045126)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Corequisite: MUSI 1117  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Construct and identify all triads and seventh chords in root position and inversions. 2. Properly utilize and identify all non-chord tones. 3. Analyze harmonic progressions, including secondary dominants, utilizing standard roman-numeral symbols. 4. Compose original harmonic progressions that properly utilize functional harmony. 5. Demonstrate on the keyboard musical concepts covered in class, including triads in inversions and progressions with non-chord tones. 6.Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition.
  

  • MUSI 2116 - Sight Singing and Ear Training III

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lab: 3
    Singing more difficult tonal music in various clefs, aural study including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony, and extended tertian structures. CIP Code: (5009045726)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MUSI 1117 ;   Corequisite: MUSI 2311  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Apply a method of sight singing to more difficult tonal melodies, oral demonstration of complex rhythms. 2. Classify more difficult elements of music, including extended-tertian chords, compound intervals, and non-diatonic scales. 3. Transcribe more complex rhythms and diatonic and non-diatonic melodies. 4. Transcribe and analyze diatonic and chromatic harmonies. 5. Read and reproduce rhythms in various meters, including syncopation and irregular beat divisions
  

  • MUSI 2117 - Sight Singing and Ear Training IV

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lab: 3
    Singing advanced tonal music and introduction of modal and post-tonal melodies. Aural study including dictation of advanced rhythm, melody, and harmony. CIP Code: (5009045726)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MUSI 2116 ;   Corequisite: MUSI 2312  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Apply a method of sight singing to more difficult diatonic and non-diatonic melodies, including modes and non-tonal scales. 2. Transcribe more complex rhythms, including contemporary materials. 3. Transcribe increasingly more chromatic melodies. 4. Transcribe and analyze diatonic and chromatic harmonies. 5. Read and reproduce rhythms in various meters, including asymmetrical meters, syncopation, and irregular beat divisions.
  

  • MUSI 2160 - German Diction

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lab: 2
    A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and its application to singing in German. CIP Code: (5009085326)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify IPA symbols and their sounds. 2. Accurately reproduce sounds associated with IPA symbols. 3. Transcribe texts with appropriate IPA symbols. 4. Perform songs in German in a way that demonstrates accurate diction.
  

  • MUSI 2161 - French Diction

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lab: 2
    A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and its application to singing in French. CIP Code: (5009085326)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify IPA symbols and their sounds. 2. Accurately reproduce sounds associated with IPA symbols. 3. Transcribe texts with appropriate IPA symbols. 4. Perform songs in French in a way that demonstrates accurate diction.
  

  • MUSI 2181 - Class Piano Level III

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lab: 3
    Intermediate class instruction of keyboard technique. CIP Code: (5009075126)
    Prerequisite: None
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Play additional major and minor scales and arpeggios. Perform the following major and harmonic minor scales and corresponding root position triad arpeggios, 2 octaves, hands together: C, G, D, A, E, B, F, D and Gb major and A, E, D, C, G, B, F, Bb, Eb minor, and the chromatic scale. 2. Harmonize melodies using varied accompaniment techniques. 3. Perform selected compositions for intermediate players. 4. Transpose short pieces from a grand staff. 5. Given a melody and triadic commercial chord symbols, play melodies at sight, accompanied with block chords of the indicated triads in root position and in inversion, as indicated. 6. Given a melody and diatonic Roman numerals, play at sight the melody with accompaniment patterns such as Alberti bass, waltz bass, and arpeggiated bass.
  

  • MUSI 2182 - Class Piano Level IV

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lab: 3
    Advanced class instruction of keyboard technique. CIP Code: (5009075126)
    Prerequisite: None
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate mastery of scales and chord progressions. Perform all major, harmonic minor, and chromatic scales, all major/minor root position arpeggios, 2 octaves, hands together. Tempo quarter = 80 with notes played as 8th notes. 2. Demonstrate mastery of the harmonization of melodies using varied accompaniment techniques. 3. Demonstrate competence in various transpositions. 4. Perform selected compositions. 5. Given a melody and triadic commercial chord symbols, play melodies at sight, accompanied with block chords of the indicated triads and seventh chords in root position and in inversion, as indicated. 6. Given a melody and Roman numerals, including secondary and/or borrowed chords, play at sight the melody with accompaniment patterns such as Alberti bass, waltz bass, and arpeggiated bass. 7. Transpose at sight short pieces from a grand staff 8. Perform solo repertoire for high intermediate players.
  

  • MUSI 2311 - Music Theory III

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Advanced harmony voice leading, score analysis and writing of more advanced tonal harmony including chromaticism and extended-tertian structures. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. CIP Code: (5009045226)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MUSI 1312 ;  Corequisite: MUSI 2116  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Construct and identify extended-tertian and chromatic harmonies. 2. Analyze musical compositions, which include various forms of tonal modulation utilizing standard roman-numeral symbols. 3. Demonstrate proper voice-leading practices through composition in appropriate styles. 4. Demonstrate concepts covered in class on the keyboard, including progressions that utilize modulation. 5. Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition.
  

  • MUSI 2312 - Music Theory IV

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Continuation of advanced chromaticism and survey of analytical and compositional procedures in post-tonal music. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. CIP Code: (5009045226)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MUSI 2311 ;  Corequisite: MUSI 2117  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Construct and identify advanced chromatic harmonies. 2. Analyze musical compositions that utilize advanced chromatic harmonies and foreign-key modulation techniques. 3. Analyze musical compositions that utilize a variety of post-tonal practices. 4. Compose music utilizing appropriate post-tonal practices. 5. Demonstrate musical concepts covered in class on the keyboard. 6.Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition.
  

  • MUSI 2389 - Academic Co-Op in Music

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 6
    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in music. In conjunction with class seminars, the instructor and institutional representative, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in music. CIP Code: (2401035212)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Manage time effectively. 2 - Demonstrate responsibility for the quality of their work. 3 - Communicate effectively with co-workers and the general public. 4 - Document their work experience.

Occupational Therapy Assistant
  

  • OTHA 1241 - Occupational Performance from Birth through Adolescence

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 4
    Occupational performance of newborns through adolescents. Includes frames of reference, evaluation tools and techniques, and intervention strategies.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 1315  and PSYC 2314  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify components of health and wellness. 2 - Develop adaptations for age appropriate occupations. 3 - Identify the client factors that affect occupational performance. 4 - Demonstrate skills in the evaluation process. 5 - Select intervention strategies to facilitate occupational performance.
  

  • OTHA 1253 - Occupational Performance for Elders

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 4
    Occupational performance of elders. Includes frames of reference, evaluation tools and techniques, and intervention strategies.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 2309  and OTHA 2331  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify components of health and wellness and function. 2 - Develop adaptations for age appropriate occupations. 3 - Identify the client factors that affect occupational performance. 4 - Demonstrate skills in the evaluation process. 5 - Select intervention strategies to facilitate occupational performance.
  

  • OTHA 1301 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Introduction to the historical development and philosophy of the profession of occupational therapy. Emphasis on the roles and functions of the occupational therapy assistant in current health care environments including moral, legal, and ethical issues.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Define occupational therapy.
    2 - Identify the education, roles, and functions of occupational therapy personnel.
    3 - Define health care terminology.
    4 - Identify health care settings.
    5 -  Establish an understanding of the historical, philosophical and foundational knowledge of the profession of occupational therapy.
    6 - Develop an initial understanding of the purpose of the occupational therapy assistant role in collaborating with patients, caregivers, certified occupational therapists and other professionals in treatment implementation.
    7 - Develop a basic understanding of the ethical issues affecting occupational therapy practice.
    8 - Identify personal values and understand the relationship those values have in interacting with others on both a personal and a professional level.
    9 - Demonstrate basic interpersonal and group communication skills.
    10 - Develop a basic understanding of environmental and cultural influences on health.
    11 - Demonstrate effective use of medical terminology as part of the basic written and verbal communication skills necessary for occupational therapy assistants.
    12 - Establish an understanding of the role of occupation on the continuum of wellness to illness for individuals, families, and society.
    13 - Demonstrate skills relevant to the teaching-learning process in identifying client needs and accomplishing client objectives.
    14 - Identify, describe and apply theories and frames of reference underlying the profession of occupational therapy.
    15 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of developmental theorists throughout the lifespan.
    16 - Students  will be able to assess and report on their strengths, preferences, and college and career success attributes.
    17 - Students  will be able to identify, describe, and utilize campus support services, systems, and student life opportunities.
    18 - Students will be able to use financial literacy knowledge and skills to create a personal money management plan for college success.
    19 - Students  will be able to formulate educational and career goals and apply strategies to advance their goals and college performance.
    20 - Students will be able to create an academic plan and identify the requirements for successful completion of their academic plan.
    21 - Students will be able to establish collegial relationships with LSCS faculty, staff, and peers.

     

     
  

  • OTHA 1309 - Human Structure and Function in Occupational Therapy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    Study of the biomechanics of human motion. Emphasis on the musculoskeletal system including skeletal structure, muscles and nerves, and biomechanical assessment procedures.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Departmental approval
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify human skeletal structure by bones, boney landmarks, and muscles. 2 - Analyze human motion by muscle function, innervation, and kinetics related to functional outcomes. 3 - Identify normal and abnormal movement. 4 - Evaluate joint range of motion and muscle strength. 5 - Demonstrate an understanding of normal and abnormal movement patterns. 6 - Demonstrate effective documentation of assessment findings. 7 - Demonstrate skills learned on measurement of joint range of motion and muscle strength. 8 - Identify optimal and alternate positions for muscle testing. 9 - Identify pertinent landmarks for purposes of musculoskeletal assessment. 10 - Identify the joint ranges and muscle strength necessary for functional performance of daily activities. 11 - Understand the basic principles of musculoskeletal assessment, articular function, and movement.
  

  • OTHA 1315 - Therapeutic Use of Occupations or Activities I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    Various occupations or activities used as therapeutic interventions in occupational therapy. Emphasis on awareness of activity demands, contexts, adapting, grading, and safe implementation of occupations or activities.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify various occupations or activities designed to support performance. 2 - Describe the activity demands of various occupations or activities. 3 - Interpret the context of various occupations or activities. 4 - Demonstrate safety and management of resources. 5 - Translate the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF) to occupations or activities. 6 - Demonstrate basic documentation skills
  

  • OTHA 1319 - Therapeutic Interventions I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
    Concepts, techniques, and assessments leading to proficiency in skills and activities used as treatment interventions in occupational therapy (OT). Emphasizes the occupational therapy assistant’s role in the OT process.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Departmental approval
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply preparatory methods to enhance occupational performance. 2 - Identify indications, contraindications, and precautions.
  

  • OTHA 2160 - Clinical - Occupational Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - External: 5
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance. CIP Code: 51.0803
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; successful completion of OTHA 1319 , OTHA 1241 , OTHA 1253 , OTHA 2335 , and OTHA 2166 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate skills in developing client rapport.
    2. Demonstrate ability to respond to client needs and behaviors in a therapeutic manner.
    3. Demonstrate skills in orienting clients and family members to the nature and purpose of the occupational therapy program.
    4. Demonstrate skills in respecting clients’ right to confidentiality, privacy, and choice.
  

  • OTHA 2166 - Practicum - Occupational Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - External: 7
    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 2302  and OTHA 2309  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry. 2 - Demonstrate understanding of the occupational therapy process. 3 - Demonstrate understanding of the role of the occupational therapy assistant. 4 - Identify ethical issues in a treatment environment. 5 - Identify environmental and cultural issues in a treatment environment. 6 - Identify and explore effective time management skills. 7 - Observe and identify issues related to interdisciplinary relationships. 8 - Provide effective and meaningful peer feedback. 9 - Exhibit effective group leadership skills. 10 - Observe, explore and discuss issues related to professional behavior in a treatment setting. 11 - Identify and discuss issues relevant to supervisory relationships in a treatment setting.
  

  • OTHA 2301 - Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the lifespan encountered in occupational therapy treatment settings. Includes etiology, symptoms, and the client’s physical and psychological reactions to disease and injury.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 1301  and BIOL 2401  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify characteristics of diseases and conditions. 2 - Identify the effects of diseases and conditions on occupational performance. 3 - Identify occupation-based interventions. 4 - Understand the major conditions that cause difficulties in daily living tasks for individuals served through occupational therapy. 5 - Identify the etiology, progression and prognosis of conditions served by occupational therapy. 6 - Identify routine diagnostic tests and general medical management of conditions served by occupational therapy. 7 - Understand the impact that disease/trauma has on the motor skills, process skills, and communication/interaction skills of human performance within the context of family and society. 8 - Understand the effect of disease/trauma on work, play, leisure, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living and social participation. 9 - Utilize professional literature in understanding the current impact of a trauma/disease process on human performance. 10 - Demonstrate basic computer competency.
  

  • OTHA 2302 - Therapeutic Use of Occupations or Activities II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
     Emphasis on advanced techniques and applications used in traditional and non-traditional practice settings.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 1315  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Analyze the activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, work, play, leisure, rest, education and social participation of pediatric, adolescent, and adult client cases to understand their previous or current occupational performance profiles and begin to predict potential future profiles. 2 - Demonstrate accepted methods of documentation in progress and discharge notes. 3 - Demonstrate continuous quality improvement activities and program evaluation using predetermined criteria. 4 - Demonstrate effective use of observation skills for documenting client performance and progress. 5 - Describe the COTA role in the treatment planning process. 6 - Develop and apply logical thinking, critical analysis, creativity, problem solving, clinical observation, and task analysis skills to evaluate client cases. Select, design, grade, and adapt purposeful therapeutic activities to address intervention goals and priorities with relevance to motor skills, process skills and communication/interaction skills. 7 - Develop and apply skills in teaching and working with others through small group tasks, collaborative team projects, group discussions, and oral presentations. 8 - Identify the requirements of and maintain records in accordance with third-party payers, accrediting agencies, federal and state reimbursement practices, and private contracts. 9 - Implement safety in practice; and generate advanced documentation. 10 - Prioritize techniques for planning, selecting, and implementing occupations or activities for specific populations. 11 - Prioritize techniques for planning, selecting, and implementing occupations or activities for specific populations; teach compensatory strategies to enhance occupational performance; implement safety in practice; and generate advanced documentation. 12 - Recognize legal and ethical issues relevant to documentation of occupational therapy services. 13 - Teach compensatory strategies to enhance occupational performance. 14 - Understand how meaningful activities can restore, reinforce, and enhance role functioning, adaptation, health, and wellness. 15 - Understand how roles, tasks, and developmental issues change across the life span. 16 - Understand how task analysis and purposeful activities are used to contribute to the health and wellness of individuals and communities. 17 - Understand the COTA role in collaborating with patients, caregivers, certified occupational therapists and other professionals on treatment implementation through documentation. 18 - Understand the COTA role in contributing to the formulation of OT goals and objectives based on assessment data. 19 - Understand the COTA role in program termination including assisting in summarizing occupational therapy outcomes, identifying client needs and resources, and contributing recommendations to maximize treatment gains. 20 - Understand the importance of timely and accurate documentation to ensure accountability of and rationale for service provision. 22 - Understand the use of assessment results in relation to performance areas, activities, and adaptation principles which are age appropriate. 23 - Work collaboratively with the occupational therapist to modify and adapt intervention approaches, intervention plans, the environment and occupations in order to meet changing client needs.
  

  • OTHA 2309 - Mental Health in Occupational Therapy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
    Promotion of mental health and wellness through occupational therapy. Topics include theory and intervention strategies to enhance occupational performance.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 1301  and PSYC 2301  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply frames of reference. 2 - Facilitate group processes. 3 - Identify occupational therapy assessment strategies. 4 - Explain psychiatric diagnoses based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). 5 - Implement occupation-based interventions.
  

  • OTHA 2331 - Physical Function in Occupational Therapy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
    Physical function to promote occupational performance. Includes frames of reference, evaluative tools, intervention strategies, and consumer education.
    Prerequisite:  College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 1315  and BIOL 2401  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Prioritize frames of reference to promote physical function. 2 - Administer occupational therapy assessment procedures for physical function. 3 - Implement intervention strategies. 4 - Assess client factors that influence occupational performance. 5 - Display effective documentation strategies. 6 - Exhibit proficiency in planning and implementation of intervention strategies. 7 - Identify and describe the major stages in the occupational therapy process in physical dysfunction. 8 - Identify appropriate preventative and health maintenance techniques including the home and community environment. 9 - Understand the COTA role in collaborating with and educating patients, caregivers, certified occupational therapists and other professionals on treatment implementation and making referrals when appropriate. 10 - Understand the effect the environment plays on the treatment of physical disabilites in activities of daily living,instrumental activities of daily living, work, play, leisure, rest, education and social participation. 11 - Understand the role of the COTA in the evaluation, documentation, and treatment of physical disabilities and the need for demonstrating service competencies in screening and assessment. 12 - Understand the skills of screening and assessment of the need for occupational therapy services, reevaluation, discharge planning and termination of treatment as appropriate to the role of the certified occupational therapy assistant. 13 - Understand the timing and purpose of reassessment and program terminiation.
  

  • OTHA 2335 - Health Care Management in Occupational Therapy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Explores the roles of the occupational therapy assistant in health care delivery. Topics include documentation, reimbursement, credentialing, ethical standards, health care team role delineation, and management.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; OTHA 1315  and OTHA 2302  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Delineate the roles of the occupational therapy personnel. 2 - Demonstrate legal, documentation skills; give examples of reimbursement systems. 3 - Articulate the requirements for certification and licensure. 4 - Explain quality assurance; apply ethical standards in practice. 5 - Summarize the roles of the health care team. 6 - Differentiate levels of supervision. 7 - Identify the regulations that govern the practice and reimbursement of occupational therapy services including standards of practice. 8 - Understand and demonstrate effective means for marketing occupational therapy services to consumers, potential employers and the general public. 9 - Understand effective strategies for the management of occupational therapy departments and services including time management and workload prioritization. 10 - Identify concepts used for effective evaluation of occupational therapy services including data collection for quality improvement 11 - Demonstrate skills in effective presentation of professional knowledge. 12 - Understand the importance of continuing professional education. 13 - Understand the role research plays in advancing the profession of occupational therapy. 14 - Understand the need for regular supervision and training of professional and non-professional personnel. 15 - Identify the necessary skills for the direction and management of activity programs. 16 - Utilize professional literature and other informational sources to identify current issues relevant to the provision of occupational therapy services. 17 - Identify the necessity and usefulness of participation in professional associations. 18 - Identify an understanding of the need for professional liability insurance. 19 - Understand the necessity and means by which changes are brought forth in healthcare delivery systems including the resolution of personal and organizational ethical conflicts. 20 - Advocate for the needs of the consumer and profession. 21 - Identify strategies for effective, competency-based legal and ethical supervision of non-professional personnel. 22 - Demonstrate the ability to participate in the development, marketing, and management of service delivery options.
  

  • OTHA 2360 - Clinical - Occupational Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - External: 15
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance. CIP Code: 51.0803
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; successful completion of OTHA 1319 , OTHA 1241 , OTHA 1253 , OTHA 2335 , and OTHA 2166  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Apply theory/concepts/skills involving specialized materials/equipment/procedures/regulations/laws/interactions w/in & among political/economic/environmental/social/legal systems associated w/ the particular occupation & the business/industry.
    2. Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, communicating in the applicable language of the occupation and the business or industry.
    3. Effectively use available sources for collecting evaluation data relevant to client.
    4. Demonstrate effective interviewing skills in a treatment setting.
    5. Demonstrate effective observation skills in a treatment setting.
    6. Demonstrate skills in administration of assigned evaluation procedures.
    7. Demonstrate skills in program development based on short-term and long-term goal
    8. Effectively integrate client goals with program planning.
    9. Effectively select media and techniques that reflect the treatment program.
    10. Demonstrate ability to effectively utilize group process skills.
    11. Effectively identify and report the need for program change.
    12. Demonstrate skills in identifying and incorporating cultural and environmental contexts into treatment programs.
    13. Demonstrate skills in developing client rapport.
    14. Demonstrate ability to identify and attend to client safety needs.
    15. Demonstrate ability to respond to client needs and behaviors in a therapeutic manner. 
    16. Demonstrate skills in orienting clients and family members to the nature and purpose of the occupational therapy program.
    17. Effectively communicate with supervisor and other professionals regarding client treatment goals.
    18.  Effectively maintain accurate written records and reports.
    19.  Demonstrate effective time management skills.
    20.  Demonstrate effective organizational skills in regard to the treatment and office areas.
    21.  Demonstrate ability to seek out learning opportunities.
    22.  Effectively modify behaviors in response to supervisory feedback.
    23.  Demonstrate skills in respecting clients’ right to confidentiality, privacy, and choice.
    24.  Demonstrate appropriate skills and judgment in management of personal and professional problems.
    25.  Effectively adhere to the policies and procedures of the facility.
  

  • OTHA 2460 - Clinical - Occupational Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - External: 20
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; successful completion of OTHA 1319 , OTHA 1241 , OTHA 1253 , OTHA 2335 , and OTHA 2166  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Apply theory/concepts/skills involving specialized materials/equipment/procedures/regulations/laws/interactions w/in & among political/economic/environmental/social/legal systems associated w/ the particular occupation & the business/industry.
    2. Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, communicating in the applicable language of the occupation and the business or industry.
    3. Effectively use available sources for collecting evaluation data relevant to client.
    4. Demonstrate effective interviewing skills in a treatment setting.
    5. Demonstrate effective observation skills in a treatment setting.
    6. Demonstrate skills in administration of assigned evaluation procedures.
    7. Demonstrate skills in program development based on short-term and long-term goals.
    8. Effectively integrate client goals with program planning.
    9. Effectively select media and techniques that reflect the treatment program.
    10. Demonstrate ability to effectively utilize group process skills.
    11. Effectively identify and report the need for program change.
    12. Demonstrate skills in identifying and incorporating cultural and environmental contexts into treatment programs.
    13. Demonstrate skills in developing client rapport.
    14. Demonstrate ability to identify and attend to client safety needs.
    15. Demonstrate ability to respond to client needs and behaviors in a therapeutic manner.
    16. Demonstrate skills in orienting clients and family members to the nature and purpose of the occupational therapy program.
    17. Effectively communicate with supervisor and other professionals regarding client treatment goals.
    18. Effectively maintain accurate written records and reports.
    19. Demonstrate effective time management skills.
    20. Demonstrate effective organizational skills in regard to the treatment and office areas.
    21. Demonstrate ability to seek out learning opportunities.
    22. Effectively modify behaviors in response to supervisory feedback.
    23. Demonstrate skills in respecting clients’ right to confidentiality, privacy, and choice.
    24. Demonstrate appropriate skills and judgment in management of personal and professional problems.
    25. Effectively adhere to the policies and procedures of the facility.
  

  • OTHA 2461 - Clinical - Occupational Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - External: 20
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; successful completion of OTHA 1319 , OTHA 1241 , OTHA 1253 ,OTHA 2335 ,and OTHA 2166  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry 3 - Effectively use available sources for collecting evaluation data relevant to client 4 - Demonstrate effective interviewing skills in a treatment setting 5 - Demonstrate effective observation skills in a treatment setting 6 - Demonstrate skills in administration of assigned evaluation procedures 7 - Demonstrate skills in program development based on short-term and long-term goals 8 - Effectively integrate client goals with program planning 9 - Effectively select media and techniques that reflect the treatment program 10 - Demonstrate ability to effectively utilize group process skills 11 - Effectively identify and report the need for program change 12 - Demonstrate skills in identifying and incorporating cultural and environmental contexts into treatment programs 13 - Demonstrate skills in developing client rapport 14 - Demonstrate ability to identify and attend to client safety needs 15 - Demonstrate ability to respond to client needs and behaviors in a therapeutic manner 16 - Demonstrate skills in orienting clients and family members to the nature and purpose of the occupational therapy program 17 - Effectively communicate with supervisor and other professionals regarding client treatment goals 18 - Effectively maintain accurate written records and reports 19 - Demonstrate effective time management skills 20 - Demonstrate effective organizational skills in regard to the treatment and office areas 21 - Demonstrate ability to seek out learning opportunities 22 - Effectively modify behaviors in response to supervisory feedback 23 - Demonstrate skills in respecting clients’ right to confidentiality, privacy, and choice 24 - Demonstrate appropriate skills and judgment in management of personal and professional problems 25 - Effectively adhere to the policies and procedures of the facility 26 - Transfer skills and knowledge gained form previous clinical experience and apply those skills and knowledge to diverse settings and treatment populations 27 - Generalize information and experiences from one clinical setting to another in demonstration of entry-level skills and behaviors 28 - Expand and build upon knowledge acquired from one clinical setting to another 29 - Demonstrate skills and abilities that function in accordance with AOTA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for entry level clinicians

Paralegal Studies
  

  • LGLA 1171 - Preparing for Legal Employment

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1
    This course prepares the paralegal student in the specific job-finding skills necessary for the legal environment.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing Corequisite: LGLA 2305  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Student will be able to organize and implement a job search plan. 2 - Student will be able to prepare a competent resume for the legal profession. 3 - Student will be able to research the types of entities for which they prefer to work in order to pinpoint appropriate entities to send their resume. 4 - Student will be able to identify appropriate dress and behavior for the legal profession.
  

  • LGLA 1219 - Paralegal Ethics

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2
    Presents ethical and legal responsibilities as well as rules of professional responsibility a paralegal owes to the public, the court, clients, and colleagues. Includes a review of the canons and codes.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Define and use terminology related to legal ethics. 2 - Describe the ethical responsibilities of lawyers and law office personnel. 3 - Apply the canons of legal ethics governing paralegals. 4 - Identify breaches of ethical obligations that may result in malpractice or disciplinary actions.
  

  • LGLA 1303 - Legal Research

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents legal research techniques emphasizing the paralegal’s role.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Locate primary and secondary legal authorities. 2 - Apply effective research strategies using available research tools. 3 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal’s role relating to legal research.
  

  • LGLA 1307 - Introduction to Law and Legal Professions

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Overview of the law and the legal professions including legal concepts, systems, and terminology; substantive areas of law and the federal and state judicial systems; ethical obligations and regulations; professional trends and issues with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use legal terminology. 2 - Explain fundamental legal concepts categorizing substantive areas of law and the federal and state judicial systems. 3 - Identify the ethical obligations of the legal professional in various practice areas with particular emphasis on the paralegal’s role in the legal profession.
  

  • LGLA 1317 - Law Office Technology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Computer technology and software applications within the law office emphasizing the paralegal’s role in the use of law office technology.
    Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 , LGLA 1345  and ITSC 1301 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use legal software to manage electronic files including billing, calendaring, and case management. 2 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to law office technology.
  

  • LGLA 1323 - Employment Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents the fundamental concepts of employment law, including employment contracts, at-will employment, governmental regulations, and discrimination issues, emphasizing the paralegal’s role in employment law.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to employment law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to employment law. 3 - Draft documents used in employment law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to employment law.
  

  • LGLA 1341 - Administrative Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    An introduction to fundamental concepts of administrative law and procedure including creation of governmental agencies, operation, rulemaking, and adjudication and emphasizes the paralegal’s role in the administrative process.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to administrative law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to administrative law. 3 - Draft documents used in administrative law.
  

  • LGLA 1343 - Bankruptcy Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Fundamental concepts of bankruptcy law and procedure are presented including individual and business liquidation and reorganization with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to bankruptcy law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to bankruptcy law. 3 - Draft documents used in bankruptcy law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to bankruptcy law.
  

  • LGLA 1345 - Civil Litigation

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents fundamental concepts and procedures of civil litigation including pretrial, trial, and post-trial phases of litigation and emphasizes the paralegal’s role in civil litigation.
    Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to civil litigation. 2 - Analyze sources relating to civil litigation and applicable court rules. 3 - Draft documents used in civil litigation. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to civil litigation.
  

  • LGLA 1349 - Constitutional Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    An overview of the United States Constitution and its articles, amendments, and judicial interpretations. Includes separation of powers, checks and balances, governmental structures and process, and individual rights in relation to government.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to constitutional law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to constitutional law. 3 - Identify the ethical considerations of the paralegal.
  

  • LGLA 1351 - Contracts

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents fundamental concepts of contract law including formation, performance, and enforcement of contracts under the common law and the Uniform Commercial Code with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in contract law.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, LGLA 1303 , LGLA 1307  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to contract law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to contract law. 3 - Draft documents used in contract law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to contract law.
  

  • LGLA 1353 - Wills, Trusts and Probate Administration

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    This course presents fundamental concepts of the law of wills, trusts, and probate administration with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; LGLA 1303 ; LGLA 1307  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to wills, trusts, and probate administration. 2 - Analyze sources relating to wills, trusts, and probate administration. 3 - Draft documents commonly used in wills, trusts, and probate administration. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal’s role in wills, trusts, and probate administration.
  

  • LGLA 1355 - Family Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Fundamental concepts of family law including formal and informal marriages, divorce, annulment, marital property, and the parent-child relationship with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in family law.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; LGLA 1303 , LGLA 1307  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to family law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to family law. 3 - Draft documents used in family law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal in family law.
  

  • LGLA 1359 - Immigration Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents fundamental concepts of immigration law including substantive and procedural law related to visa applications, deportation, naturalization, and citizenship emphasizing the paralegal’s role in immigration law.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to immigration law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to immigration law. 3 - Draft documents used in immigration law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal in immigration law.
  

  • LGLA 2303 - Torts and Personal Injury Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Fundamental concepts of tort and personal injury law including intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Departmental approval
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to tort and personal injury law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to tort and personal injury law. 3 - Draft documents used in tort and personal injury law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal’s role in tort and personal injury law.
  

  • LGLA 2305 - Interviewing and Investigating

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A study of techniques used to locate, gather, document, and manage information with emphasis on developing interview and investigative skills and the paralegal’s role in interviewing and investigating legal matters.
    Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Employ interviewing techniques with clients and witnesses in legal settings. 2 - Use investigative methods. 3 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal in interviewing and investigating.
  

  • LGLA 2309 - Real Property

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents fundamental concepts of real property law including the nature of real property, rights and duties of ownership, land use, voluntary and involuntary conveyances, and the recording of and searching for real estate documents emphasizing the paralegal’s role in real property law.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; LGLA 1303 , LGLA 1307  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to real property law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to real property law. 3 - Draft documents used in real property transactions. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal regarding real property law.
  

  • LGLA 2311 - Business Organizations

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Basic concepts of business organizations including law of agency, sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and other emerging business entities with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to business organizations. 2 - Analyze sources of law relating to business organizations. 3 - Draft documents required for the formation, operation, and termination of business entities. 4 - Ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to business entities.
  

  • LGLA 2313 - Criminal Law and Procedure

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Fundamental concepts of criminal law and procedure from arrest to final disposition including principles of federal and state law emphasizing the role of the paralegal in the criminal justice system.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; LGLA 1303 , LGLA 1307  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to criminal law and procedure. 2 - Analyze cases relating to criminal law and procedure. 3 - Draft documents used in criminal law and procedure. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal relating to criminal law and procedure.
  

  • LGLA 2315 - Oil and Gas Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents fundamental concepts of oil and gas law, including relationships between landowners and oil and gas operators, government regulation, and documents used in the industry stressing the paralegal’s role in oil and gas law.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to oil and gas law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to oil and gas law. 3 - Draft documents used in oil and gas law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of Paralegals in oil and gas law.
  

  • LGLA 2323 - Intellectual Property

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Presents the fundamentals of intellectual property law, including creation, procurement, preparation, and filing documents related to patents, copyrights, trademarks, and the processes of intellectual property litigation. Emphasizes the paralegal’s role in intellectual property law.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Use terminology relating to intellectual property law. 2 - Analyze sources relating to intellectual property law. 3 - Draft documents used in intellectual property law. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the paralegal in intellectual property law.
  

  • LGLA 2331 - Advanced Legal Research and Writing

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Builds on previous legal research and writing courses and covers standard and electronic research techniques and preparation of complex legal documents with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
    Prerequisite: LGLA 1303  and completion of 12 LGLA credits; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Analyze complex legal issues. 2 - Apply research strategies to address legal issues. 3 - Report the results in written legal format. 4 - Analyze the ethical considerations of the role of the paralegal relating to higher level legal research and writing.
  

  • LGLA 2370 - Rules of Civil Procedure

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    An in-depth study of both state and federal rules of civil procedure. Designed to make the paralegal student extremely knowledgeable in locating the proper rules in either jurisdiction.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Departmental approval
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Gain a general understanding of the rules governing civil litigation. 2 - Evaluate and apply appropriate court rules for the jurisdiction. 3 - Determine how to draft documents by reading the appropriate rules of civil procedure.
  

  • LGLA 2388 - Internship - Paralegal/Legal Assistant

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - External: 18
    The internship is a work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college, the student, and the employer.
    Prerequisite: 15 LGLA credits, Enrollment in paralegal AAS or certificate program, approval of instructor; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry

Pharmacy Technology
  

  • PHRA 1102 - Pharmacy Law

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1
    Overview of federal and state laws governing the practice of pharmacy. The role of the pharmacy technician and the pharmacist and their associated responsibilities. Includes Code of Ethics, patient confidentiality, and a comparison of legal and ethical aspects.
    Prerequisite: None.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Distinguish between the responsibilities of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in pharmacy settings. 2 - Explain federal and state laws that govern pharmacy practice and the Code of Ethics guiding the practice of the pharmacy.
  

  • PHRA 1143 - Pharmacy Technician Certificate Review

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1
    A review of major topics covered on the National Pharmacy Technician Certification examination.
    Prerequisite:  PHRA 1304 , PHRA 1345 , PHRA 1347 , PHRA 1449 , or permission of program director.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify drug names, interactions, side effects, and dosages. 2 - Perform pharmaceutical calculations. 3 - Explain aseptic techniques. 4 - Apply federal law concepts to the tasks and duties of pharmacists and technicians in the practice of pharmacy.
  

  • PHRA 1164 - Practicum - Pharmacy Technician Assistant

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - External: 10
    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.  Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: PHRA 1240 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing ; MATH 0308  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the erminology of the occupation and the business/industry
  

  • PHRA 1191 - Special Topics in Pharmacy

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours - Lab: 4
    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. This course will prepare the students for their profession by keeping them updated to current laws, policies and procedure changes. This course can be used for specialty certifications in pharmacy such as compounding, chemotherapy and pediatric doses certification.
    Prerequisite: Permission from campus program director.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends.
  

  • PHRA 1206 - Computerized Drug Delivery Systems I

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
    Fundamentals of computer information systems and technology within the health care system. Includes specialized skills in the production of pharmaceutical documentation using selected pharmacy software packages and an overview of equipment and devices for drug distribution, preparation, and manufacturing. Also covers mechanical, automatic, and robotic drug delivery systems.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0308  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Transcribe and enter prescription orders into various pharmacy software packages and prepare appropriate labels 2 - Explain how to perform functions related to various drug delivery systems 3 - Compare the advantages and disadvantages of various technologies
  

  • PHRA 1240 - Pharmacy Third Party Payment

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 1
    Overview of third party payment and its impact on health care. Includes the principles and practices of managed care pharmacy, Medicaid and Medicare, payment plans, reimbursement methods, and formularies.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0308  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe pricing schedules. 2 - Discuss and compare the benefits of managed care. 3 - Identify the needs of individuals who are not insurance-eligible. 4 - Demonstrate effective problem solving skills and communication with third-party administrators related to coverage and eligibility.
  

  • PHRA 1304 - Pharmacotherapy and Disease Process

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A study of disease processes and the therapeutic properties of the drugs used in treatment.
    Prerequisite: Admission into program, PHRA 1102 , PHRA 1305 , PHRA 1309 , PHRA 1413 ; Recommended: ENGL 1301 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Define various disease processes, patterns, and pathogenic organisms. 2 - Identify and describe the various types of drug utilized in the treatment of each disease process. 3 - Design an appropriate pharmaceutical care plan.
  

  • PHRA 1305 - Drug Classification

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A study of pharmaceutical drugs, abbreviations, classifications, dosages, side effects, and routes of administration.
    Prerequisite: None.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify drug dosages, routes of administration, and dosage forms. 2 - Distinguish between brand, generic, and their drug classifications.
  

  • PHRA 1309 - Pharmaceutical Mathematics I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Solving pharmaceutical calculation problems encountered in the preparation and distribution of drugs.
    Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: PHRA 1413  recommended.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Solve basic math problems and demonstrate conversion between various systems of measurement including household, metric, and apothecary. 2 - Perform adult and pediatric dosage calculations.
  

  • PHRA 1345 - Compounding Sterile Preparations

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
    The process of compounding sterile preparations and aseptic technique within legal and regulatory guidelines specified by USP <797> standards.
    Prerequisite: Admission into program, PHRA 1102 , PHRA 1305 , PHRA 1309 , PHRA 1413 ; ENGL 1301  recommended; Corequisite: PHRA 1347 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Demonstrate procedures and techniques consistent with USP 797 standards. 2 - Perform dosage calculations required for sterile product preparation. 3 - Demonstrate safe handling and preparation of compound sterile preparations.
  

  • PHRA 1347 - Pharmaceutical Mathematics II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Advanced concepts of Pharmaceutical Mathematics.
    Prerequisite: Admission into program, PHRA 1102 , PHRA 1305 , PHRA 1309 , PHRA 1413 ; ENGL 1301  recommended; Corequisite: PHRA 1345 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Perform advanced dosage calculations including alligations, body surface area, ratio strengths, percentage strengths, dilutions, and IV flow rate calculations.
  

  • PHRA 1361 - Clinical - Community Pharmacy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - External: 10
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the Program and successful completion of prerequisite courses: PHRA 1102 , PHRA 1305 , PHRA 1309 , and PHRA 1413 ; and/or program director approval required.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory/concepts/skills involving specialized materials/equipment/procedures/regulations/laws/interactions within and among political/economic/environmental/social/legal systems associated w/ the particular occupation and the business/industry. 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, and interpersonal and teamwork skills communicating in the applicable language of the occupation and the business or industry.
  

  • PHRA 1413 - Community Pharmacy Practice

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    Introduction to the skills necessary to process, prepare, label, and maintain records of prescriptions in a community pharmacy to include customer service, count and pour techniques, prescription calculations, drug selection and preparation, over-the-counter drugs, inventory management and legal parameters.
    Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: PHRA 1309  Recommended.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Translate medical and pharmaceutical abbreviations and symbols used in processing prescriptions in a community pharmacy. 2 - Utilize information technology. 3 - Demonstrate the procedures and work flow operations relating to processing prescriptions and preparing medications in a community pharmacy setting.
  

  • PHRA 1449 - Institutional Pharmacy Practice

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    Fundamentals of the diverse roles and practice of pharmacy technicians in an institutional pharmacy setting. In-depth coverage of hospital pharmacy organization, work flow and personnel, safety techniques, data entry, packaging and labeling operations, inpatient drug distribution systems including investigational drugs, continuous quality improvement and inventory control.
    Prerequisite: Admission into program, PHRA 1102 , PHRA 1305 , PHRA 1309 , PHRA 1413 ; ENGL 1301  recommended.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Identify the organization and communication across the multi-disciplinary health care-team. 2 - Utilize pharmacy reference materials. 3 - Demonstrate the procedures and work flow operations relating to processing and preparing medication orders in an institutional setting. 4 - Explain patient safety as it relates to the national patient safety goals.
  

  • PHRA 2361 - Clinical - Institutional Pharmacy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - External: 10
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: PHRA 1304 , PHRA 1345 , PHRA 1347 , PHRA 1449 , good standing in pharmacy program, completion of all immunizations, and other program requirements.  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory/concepts/skills involving specialized materials/equipment/procedures/regulations/laws/interactions within and among political/economic/environmental/social/legal systems associated w/ the particular occupation and the business/industry. 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, and interpersonal and teamwork skills communicating in the applicable language of the occupation and the business or industry.

Philosophy
  

  • PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A study of major issues in philosophy and/or the work of major philosophical figures in philosophy. Topics in philosophy may include theories of reality, theories of knowledge, theories of value, and their practical applications. CIP Code: (3801015112)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Read, analyze, and critique philosophical texts. 2 - Demonstrate knowledge of key concepts, major arguments, problems, and terminology in philosophy. 3 - Present logically persuasive arguments both orally and in writing. 4 - Demonstrate critical thinking skills in evaluation and application of philosophical concepts to various aspects of life 5 - Evaluate the personal and social responsibilities of living in a diverse world.
    Core Category Language, Philosophy, & Culture [40]
  

  • PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A comparative study of world religions, including but not limited to Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. International Studies Area of Concentration course. CIP Code: (3802015212)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Read, analyze, and critique religious texts. 2 - Demonstrate knowledge of beliefs, practices, values, and terminology of major world religions. 3 - Trace the historical developments and cultural expressions of world religions. 4 - Articulate key conceptual distinctions in world religions. 5 - Communicate understanding of world religions, orally or in writing. 6 - Communicate ways of living responsibly in a world where people have diverse religious beliefs.
    Core Category Language, Philosophy, & Culture [40]
  

  • PHIL 2289 - Academic Cooperative - Philosophy

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lab: 8
    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience.  In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of philosophy. CIP Code: (2401035212)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading and Writing, Department approval required.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of philosophy.
  

  • PHIL 2303 - Introduction to Formal Logic

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to symbolic logic, including syllogisms, propositional and predicate logic, and logical proofs in a system of rules. CIP Code: (3801015212)
    Prerequisite: MATH 0310 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Determine the logical structure of English arguments by identifying premises and conclusions. 2 - Translate English statements into propositional and predicate notation. 3 - Validate argument forms using the methods of truth tables and a system of propositional logic. 4 - Understand basic concepts of formal logic including truth functionality, validity, soundness, tautology, contradiction, counterexample, and equivalence.
    Core Category Mathematics [20]
  

  • PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    The systematic evaluation of classical and/or contemporary ethical theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, morals, and standards of value CIP Code: (3801015312)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Read, analyze, and critique philosophical texts. 2 - Define and appropriately use important terms such as relativism, virtue, duty, rights, utilitarianism, natural law, egoism, altruism, autonomy, and care ethics. 3 - Demonstrate knowledge of major arguments and problems in ethics. 4 - Present and discuss well-reasoned ethical positions in writing. 5 - Apply ethical concepts and principles to address moral concerns. 6 - Apply course material to various aspects of life. 7 - Discuss ways of living responsibly in a world where people have diverse ethical beliefs.
    Core Category Language, Philosophy, & Culture [40]
  

  • PHIL 2307 - Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A study of major issues in social and political theory and/or the work of major philosophical figures in this area. CIP Code: (3801015412)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Read, analyze, and critique texts in social and political philosophy. 2 - Define and appropriately use important terms common to social and political philosophy. 3 - Demonstrate knowledge of major forms of government and social systems. 4 - Assess and evaluate social and political theories orally and/or in writing. 5 - Apply course material to social and political concerns including living responsibly in a world where people have diverse political priorities. 6 - Apply course material to various aspects of life. 7 - Discuss ways of living responsibly in a world where people have diverse political beliefs.
    Core Category Language, Philosophy, & Culture [40]
  

  • PHIL 2316 - Classical Philosophy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A study of major philosophers and philosophical themes from the ancient through medieval periods. CIP Code: (3801015512)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Read, analyze, and critique philosophical texts. 2 - Demonstrate knowledge of major arguments, problems, and terminology in philosophy. 3 - Trace and present orally or in writing the origin and historical developments of selected philosophical traditions. 4 - Articulate key conceptual distinctions in philosophy. 5 - Present logically persuasive arguments in writing. 6 - Demonstrate an ability to discuss and reflect upon the application of the course material to various aspects of life.
    Core Category Language, Philosophy, & Culture [40]
  

  • PHIL 2321 - Philosophy of Religion

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    A study of the major issues in the philosophy of religion such as the existence and nature of God, the relationships between faith and reason, the nature of religious language, religious experience, and the problem of evil. CIP Code: (3802015312)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Read, analyze, and critique texts in the philosophy of religion. 2 - Demonstrate knowledge of major arguments, problems, and terminology in the philosophy of religion. 3 - Articulate key concepts and issues in the philosophy of religion. 4 - Write logically persuasive assessments of key concepts and issues. 5 - Discuss the application of philosophy to various aspects of religion. 6 - Evaluate the personal and social responsibilities of living in a diverse world.
    Core Category Language, Philosophy, & Culture [40]
  

  • PHIL 2389 - Academic Cooperative - Philosophy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 8
    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience.  In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of philosophy. CIP Code: (2401035212)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading and Writing, Department approval required.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. The individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of philosophy.
  

  • RELI 1311 - Old Testament Survey

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    This course presents the historical, cultural, and literary approaches to understanding the religious themes of the Hebrew Bible. This course is a non-funded course and may not transfer.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Summarize the history and culture of the Hebrew people and their relationship with the surrounding cultures. 2 - Discuss their concept of who God is, their relationship with God, and the mutual responsibility with the surrounding cultures. 3 - Distinguish among the general types of Hebrew writings: history (including the creation), the prophets, and the wisdom literature (including the poetry).
  

  • RELI 1312 - New Testament Survey

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    This course presents the historical, cultural, and literary approaches to understanding the religious themes of the New Testament. This course is a non-funded course and may not transfer.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Compare and contrast the gospels through their organization, birth narratives, differing content, style, ending, and themes. 2 - Discuss the synoptic problem and the source theory. 3 - Outline the role of Paul in the development of the early church and its conflict with the Hellenistic culture. 4 - Characterize the Johannine writings including the gospel, epistles, and Revelation.

Physical Therapist Assistant
  

  • PTHA 1201 - The Profession of Physical Therapy

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2
    Introduction to the profession of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist assistant.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; ENGL 0304  or ESOL 0364  and ENGL 0306  or ESOL 0374   or ENGL 0302  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe the history, purpose, and scope of physical therapy.
    2 - Identify the roles and responsibilities of the physical therapist assistant.
    3 - Assess and report on their strengths, preferences, and college and career success attributes.
    4 - Identify, describe, and utilize campus support services, systems, and student life opportunities.
    5 - Use financial literacy knowledge and skills to create a personal money management plan for college success.
    6 - Formulate educational and career goals and apply strategies to advance their goals and college performance.
    7 - Create an academic plan and identify the requirements for successful completion of their academic plan.
    8 - Establish collegial relationships with LSCS faculty, staff, and peers.
  

  • PTHA 1225 - Communication in Health Care

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2
    Communication theories and principles for optimal delivery of health care.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing. Corequisite: PTHA 1305  and PTHA 1413  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe the theories and principles of effective communication. 2 - Apply effective communication skills.
  

  • PTHA 1260 - Clinical - Physical Therapist Assistant

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - External: 6
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, PTHA 1431 , PTHA 2201 , PTHA 2435 , PTHA 2305  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry. 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
  

  • PTHA 1305 - Basic Patient Care Skills

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
    The application of basic patient handling, functional skills, communication, and selected data collection techniques. The student will distinguish and examine the theory, principles, and techniques of patient handling/functional skills and will perform basic patient handling/ functional skills and assessment techniques.Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing. Corequisite: PTHA 1225  and PTHA 1413  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Demonstrate performance of basic patient handling and functional skills. 2 - Demonstrate basic patient handling and functional skills. 3 - Demonstrate selected data collection techniques. 4 - Demonstrate communication skills.
  

  • PTHA 1321 - Pathophysiology for the PTA

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Study of the pathophysiology of diseases/conditions encountered in physical therapy.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 1260 , PTHA 1431 , PTHA 2201 , PTHA 2305  and PTHA 2435 . Corequisite: PTHA 2409  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe the etiology, pathogenesis, signs/symptoms, and treatments of selected diseases/conditions. 2 - Identify the impact of the pathologies in physical therapy.
  

  • PTHA 1413 - Functional Anatomy

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 4
    The relationship of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems to normal and abnormal movement. Study of human anatomy and its application to physical therapy. Integration of skills related to the kinesiological assessment of the human body.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing. Corequisite: PTHA 1225  and PTHA 1305  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Locate the musculoskeletal and neurological structures of the human body. 2 - Differentiate between normal and abnormal movement.
  

  • PTHA 1431 - Physical Agents

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 4
    Biophysical principles, physiological effects, intervention efficacy, and application of physical agents. The theory and application of thermal and electrotherapy treatments, hydrotherapy and wound care, massage, and traction techniques are presented. The indications, contraindications, clinical efficacy and relevant documentation are discussed.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 1225 , PTHA 1305  and PTHA 1413 . Corequisite: PTHA 2305 , PTHA 2201  and PTHA 2435 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe the biophysical principles and efficacy of physical agents. 2 - Relate knowledge of indications, contraindications and precautions to interventions. 3 - Apply physical agents. 4 - Demonstrate communication skills.
  

  • PTHA 2201 - Essentials of Data Collection

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 3
    Data collection techniques used to assist in patient/client management.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 1225 , PTHA 1305 , and PTHA 1413 . Corequisite: PTHA 2305 , PTHA 1431  and PTHA 2435 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Perform data collection techniques. 2 - Identify changes in data collected. Report results.
  

  • PTHA 2217 - Issues in Health Care

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2
    Organizational patterns, administrative principles, legal and ethical issues in physical therapy, and preparation for licensure and employment. Exploration of the job placement skills in physical therapy. Additional emphasis will be placed on the transition from student to practitioner.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 2239 ; PTHA 2461 ; PTHA 2462   Corequisite: PTHA 2463  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe organizational patterns and practices in the administration of physical therapy and health care, including legal and ethical issues. 2 - Prepare for licensure examination and future employment.
  

  • PTHA 2239 - Professional Issues

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 2
    Discussion of professional issues and behaviors related to clinical practice; preparation for transition into the workforce.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 1321  and PTHA 2409  with a minimum grade of “C”.
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Prepare for licensure, employment, and professional development. 2 - Identify legal, ethical, and professional behaviors.
  

  • PTHA 2305 - Neurology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3
    Study of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology as it relates to neurological conditions.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 1305 , PTHA 1225 , PTHA 1413   Corequisite: PTHA 1431 , PTHA 2201 , PTHA 2435  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Identify the functions of the neuroanatomical structures. 2. Correlate lesions with clinical signs and symptoms. 3. Describe the pathogenesis and prognosis of neurological disorders treated in physical therapy.
  

  • PTHA 2409 - Therapeutic Exercise

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 4
    Concepts, principles, and application of techniques related to therapeutic exercise and functional training.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 2305 , PTHA 1260 , PTHA 1431 , PTHA 2201 , PTHA 2435   Corequisite: PTHA 1321  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe the principles of therapeutic exercise. 2 - Formulate a rationale for the implementation of therapeutic exercise. 3 - Demonstrate techniques of therapeutic exercise and functional training. 4 - Execute patient education. 5 - Demonstrate communication skills.
  

  • PTHA 2435 - Rehabilitation Techniques

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    Comprehensive rehabilitation of selected diseases and disorders.
    Prerequisite: PTHA 1225 , PTHA 1305  and PTHA 1413 . Corequisite: PTHA 2305 , PTHA 1431 , and PTHA 2201 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Describe physical therapy management of patients with selected diseases and disorders. 2 - Demonstrate rehabilitation techniques for diseases and disorders. 3 - Demonstrate communication skills.
  

  • PTHA 2461 - Clinical - Physical Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - External: 12
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: PTHA 2239 , PTHA 2462  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry. 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
  

  • PTHA 2462 - Clinical - Physical Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - External: 12
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: None Corequisite: PTHA 2239 , PTHA 2461  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry. 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
  

  • PTHA 2463 - Clinical-Physical Therapy Assistant

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - External: 15
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.  Requires LSC liability insurance.
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, PTHA 2461  and PTHA 2462   Corequisite: PTHA 2217  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - As outlined in the learning plan, Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry. 2 - Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.

Physics
  

  • PHYS 1401 - College Physics I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of classical mechanics and thermodynamics, including harmonic motion, mechanical waves and sound, physical systems, Newton’s Laws of Motion, and gravitation and other fundamental forces; with emphasis on problem solving. Laboratory activities will reinforce fundamental principles of physics. This course is not for physical science and engineering majors but can serve as the Physics requirement for the pre-professional medical programs. CIP Code: (4008015303)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 1316  or equivalent
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Demonstrate techniques to set up and perform experiments, collect data from those experiments, and formulate conclusions from an experiment. 2 - Record experimental work completely and accurately in laboratory notebooks, and communicate experimental results clearly in written reports. 3 - Determine the components of linear motion (displacement, velocity, and acceleration), and especially motion under conditions of constant acceleration. 4 - Apply Newton’s laws to physical problems including gravity. 5 - Solve problems using principles of energy. 6 - Describe the components of a wave and relate those components to mechanical vibrations, sound, and decibel level. 7 - Use principles of impulse and linear momentum to solve problems. 8 - Solve problems in rotational kinematics and dynamics, including the determination of the location of the center of mass and center of rotation for rigid bodies in motion. 9 - Solve problems involving rotational and linear motion. 10 - Demonstrate an understanding of equilibrium, including the different types of equilibrium. 11 - Discuss simple harmonic motion and its application to quantitative problems or qualitative questions. 12 - Solve problems using the principles of heat and thermodynamics. 13 - Solve basic fluid mechanics problems.
    Core Category Life & Physical Sciences [30]
  

  • PHYS 1402 - College Physics II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    This course is a continuation of PHYS 1401 . Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electrostatics, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, optics, and modern physics topics; with emphasis on problem solving. Laboratory activities will reinforce fundamental principles of physics. This course is not for physical science and engineering majors but can serve as the physics requirement for the pre-professional medical programs. CIP Code: (4008015303)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; PHYS 1401  
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Develop techniques to set up and perform experiments, collect data from those experiments. 2. Demonstrate the collections, analysis, and reporting of data using the scientific method. 3. Record experimental work completely and accurately in laboratory notebooks, and communicate experimental results clearly in written reports. 4. Solve problems involving the inter-relationship of fundamental charged particles, and electrical forces, fields, and currents. 5. Apply Kirchhoff’s Rules to analysis of circuits with potential sources, capacitance, inductance, and resistance, including parallel and series capacitance and resistance. 6. Solve problems in the electrostatic interaction of point charges through the application of Coulomb’s Law. 7. Solve problems involving the effects of magnetic fields on moving charges or currents, and the relationship of magnetic fields to the currents which produce them. 8. Use Faraday’s and Lenz’s laws to determine electromotive forces and solve problems involving electromagnetic induction. 9. Articulate the principles of reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, and superposition of waves. 10. Describe the characteristics of light and the electromagnetic spectrum. 11. Solve problems applying the principles of reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, and superposition of waves. 12. Solve practical problems involving optics, lenses, mirrors, and optical instruments. 13. Articulate the basic structures and properties of atoms.
    Core Category Life & Physical Sciences [30]
  

  • PHYS 1403 - Stars and Galaxies

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    This is an introductory course that will concentrate on the origin, life and fate of stars, galaxies, and the universe outside our solar system, including the exploration of the universe by astronomers and the understanding of the principles that lie behind the functioning of the universe. An appropriate laboratory program may include real-time telescope observations, field trips and experience with more advanced observing techniques. This is a course for non-science majors who need natural science credit or anyone who wants to study the wonders of the universe. CIP Code: (4002015103)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0308  or MATH 0309  or higher or Departmental approval
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Articulate the nature of science and the relationships between facts, observations and theories. 2 - Investigate the use of observations, experiments and modeling as tools of discovery in the field of modern astronomy. 3 - Describe the organization and apparent motions of celestial objects in the night sky. 4 - Distinguish between Newton’s and Einstein’s theories of gravity. 5 - Investigate the relationship between light and matter in order to interpret spectra. 6 - Identify different methods of detecting electromagnetic radiation. 7 - Analyze the structure of the Sun. 8 - Predict the birth, evolution and death of stars of varying masses using models of stellar interiors and the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram. 9 - Identify methods of calculating astronomical distances. 10 - Describe the structure of the Milky Way galaxy and the interstellar medium. 11 - Discuss the morphology and evolution of normal and active galaxies. 12 - Establish the chronology of the development of theories of cosmology.
    Core Category Life & Physical Sciences [30]
  

  • PHYS 1404 - Solar System

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    This is an introductory course that will concentrate on the origin and life of the sun and its solar system, the various bodies in the solar system and solar system mechanics. An appropriate laboratory program may include real-time telescope observations, field trips and internet research. This is a course for non-science majors who need natural science credit or anyone who wants to study the wonders of the universe. CIP Code: (4002015203)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0308  or MATH 0309  or higher or Departmental approval
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Articulate the nature of science and the relationships between facts, observations and theories. 2 - Investigate the use of observations, experiments and modeling as tools of discovery in the field of modern astronomy. 3 - Describe the organization and apparent motions of celestial objects in the night sky. 4 - Explain the relationships between the lunar cycle and eclipses. 5 - Discuss the development of astronomical knowledge from ancient philosophers through Copernicus, Newton and Einstein. 6 - Investigate the relationship between light and matter in order to interpret spectra. 7 - Identify different methods of detecting electromagnetic radiation. 8 - Analyze the structure of the Sun. 9 - Describe the current model of the origin and evolution of the solar system. 10 - Compare and contrast the interiors, surfaces, atmospheres, magnetic fields and motions of the major planets and moons in the solar system. 11 - Classify asteroids, comets, dwarf planets and other small solar system bodies. 12 - Differentiate between various methods of detecting extra-solar planets. 13 - Evaluate the possibility of life on other planets using the knowledge of the nature of life on Earth and identify planetary environments which are favorable for sustaining life.
    Core Category Life & Physical Sciences [30]
  

  • PHYS 1410 - Elementary Physics

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
    Conceptual level survey of topics in physics intended for liberal arts and other non-science majors. This course offers the opportunities for the students to explore the basic principles in motion, matter, heat, sound, electricity, light, and modern physics. It includes an appropriate laboratory program. CIP Code: (4008015103)
    Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0310 .
    Student Learning Outcomes
    1 - Demonstrate science process skills in conducting experiments. 2 - Employ technology to collect data, analyze phenomena, and make predictions. 3 - Formulate mathematical relationships to represent experimental data. 4 - Apply fundamental principles of motion to everyday situations. 5 - Differentiate types of energy associated with identified systems. 6 - Demonstrate the relationship between voltage, currents and resistance in simple electrical circuits. 7 - Discuss and apply the basic principles of geometric optics and the wave nature of light. 8 - Compose scientific explanations for everyday events. 9 - Discuss contributions of selected physicists.
    Core Category Life & Physical Sciences [30]
 

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