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Nursing |
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NURN 234 - Nursing Concepts II
5 Credit(s).
Prepares students for the role of the nurse generalist in the provision of complex nursing care to patients, families and communities. Emphasis is placed on the nursing concepts of elimination, immunity, end of life and community based nursing care. Supervised simulation and clinical experiences are designed to integrate critical thinking and increase knowledge of patient-centered care. Note: NURN 234 requires a minimum grade of 75.00 for a “C” and a grade of “C” or higher is required. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions..
Prerequisite(s): NURN 160 Nursing Concepts I (with a grade of C or higher)
Lab Fee: $225
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NURN 235 - Nursing Concepts II Care of Children and Adults
6 Credit(s).
Examines the nurse generalist role in the provision of nursing care to children and adults in acute care and community settings. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of child health, immunity, mobility and elimination. Clinical, lab and simulation experiences will augment didactic learning in acute care and community settings. Note: An additional diagnostic test fee is required at time of registration. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): NURN 160 , NURN 217 , and NURN 218 . A minimum grade of “C” or better musts be earned to be successful in this course.
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NURN 236 - Nursing Concepts III
6 Credit(s).
Prepares the student nurse for the transition to the role of the registered nurse generalist. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, neural regulation, advanced perfusion, and concept synthesis. The care of the multisystem patient will be examined. Supervised simulations and clinical experiences are designed to provide students with the opportunity to assume the role of the nurse generalist to manage groups of patients, delegate appropriate tasks, and develop professional leadership skills. Note: An additional diagnostic test fee is required at time of registration.
NURN 236 requires a minimum grade of 75.00 for a “C” and a grade of “C” or higher is required. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): NURN 234 Nursing Concepts II (with a grade of “C” or higher)
Lab Fee: $225.00
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OSHT 101 - Occupational Safety and Health Management
3 Credit(s).
Introduces effective safety programs in industry; covers the causative factors of industrial accidents, the basic elements in safety management for accident control, risk management and insurance programming. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
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OSHT 106 - Hazard Recognition and Control
3 Credit(s).
Covers the principles and concepts of the recognition and control of accident and loss-producing conditions in existing industrial facilities. Focuses on hazards related to plant facilities and lay-out, machinery and machine guarding, electrical safety, control of hazardous energy, lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment, hazard communication, flammable liquids, confined space entry and fire protection, and applicable OSHA and MOSH regulations and other recognized standards. Includes a field trip. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
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OSHT 111 - Safety and Health Standards
3 Credit(s).
Introduces national, state and local safety and health standards, codes, and regulations used to evaluate a safe physical environment. Identifies factors leading to the development of standards and codes. Reviews selected OSHA, ANSI, MOSH, and local codes and regulations applying to specific environmental problems; includes computer research. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
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OSHT 121 - Construction Safety and Health
3 Credit(s).
Provides an understanding of the hazards and controls of the various phases of construction. Covers appropriate MOSH and OSHA safety standards; requirements for safe workplaces; updates of regulations; techniques of planning for safety in the construction process. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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OSHT 161 - Introduction to Industrial Hygiene
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the fundamentals of industrial hygiene. Focuses on problems of industrial health, hygiene and sanitation, and hazard recognition and control; also studies ergonomics in the workplace. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
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OSHT 226 - Safety and Health Management Analysis
3 Credit(s).
Teaches loss control methods, procedures, and programs. Includes study of accident analysis, risk analysis, operational safety analysis, job safety analysis, training techniques, and workers’ compensation as well as the economic effects of accidents. Introduces use of computers in accident case studies. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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OSHT 251 - Recognition and Control of Physical and Health Hazards
3 Credit(s).
Covers recognition and control of hazards related to chemicals, welding, pressure vessels, material handling, power and hand tools, ventilation, and working surfaces. Develops students’ ability to make corrective measures. Covers OSHA and MOSH regulations. Includes a field trip to observe safety practices. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
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OSHT 266 - Applied Industrial Hygiene
3 Credit(s).
Studies the concepts of industrial hygiene. Focuses on principles and evaluation techniques, including select instrumentation for identifying problems in environmental control; provides familiarity with testing procedures and instrumentation used in the field. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OSHT 161
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Occupational Therapy Assistant |
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OCTA 201 - Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy
2 Credit(s).
Introduces the history, philosophy, and major theories of occupational therapy. Reviews areas of practice ethics and current trends of the health care delivery system, emphasizing the impact on occupational therapy; 2 lecture hours per week; 8 hours Level I fieldwork. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. BIOL 220 with a grade of “C” of higher, BIOL 221 with a grade of “C” or higher, PSYC 101 and ENGL 101 .
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OCTA 206 - Analysis of Human Performance
2 Credit(s).
Presents the principles and techniques needed to identify and analyze motor movement in order to adapt human performance tasks. The course focuses on the osteology of the upper and lower extremities, motor reflexes, synergy patterns, musculoskeletal system, agonist/antagonist muscle groups and patterns of proximal stability. Students develop skills in observation, handling techniques, isometric/isotonic exercise, and motor assessments. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program; ENGL 239 or MNGT 239 and PSYC 101 and BIOL 221 or BIOL 202
Corequisite(s): OCTA 201
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OCTA 211 - Therapeutic Activities
3 Credit(s).
Enables students to apply activity analysis skills to the treatment activities and techniques in the occupational performance areas of self-maintenance, play/leisure, and productivity. Covers adaptive devices, therapeutic activities, cultural implications to activities selected, and positioning. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OCTA 201 and OCTA 206 with a “C” or better
Lab Fee: $75.00
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OCTA 221 - Psychosocial Dysfunction I
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the major psychosocial theories of development; emphasizes psychosocial issues common to each developmental period across the lifespan and the onset of mental illness common to certain developmental periods; discusses psychiatric diagnoses typically treated by occupational therapy practitioners; uses case studies and group discussion. 3 lecture hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Corequisite(s): OCTA 201
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OCTA 222 - Psychosocial Dysfunction II
3 Credit(s).
Facilitates the development of group dynamic and leadership skills; provides practice in assessments and treatment procedures used with mentally ill patients; includes current trends and relevant laws. Reinforces skills through laboratory time and participation in a variety of mental health settings. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. 24 hours Level I fieldwork. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OCTA 221 with a grade of “C” or higher
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OCTA 226 - Physical Dysfunction I
3 Credit(s).
Instructs students regarding theory and application of occupational therapy in the treatment of individuals with musculoskeletal, medical, orthopedic, and spinal cord injuries. Students learn treatment techniques, physical agent modalities and splinting commonly used with these diagnostic groups. Students are introduced to the construction of low technology devices specific to patients with spinal cord injuries. Students develop a working understanding of medical terminology, abbreviations, and symbols used in medical documentation. 2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, and 24 hours Level I fieldwork. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OCTA 201 and OCTA 206 with a grade of “C” or higher in each course
Lab Fee: $75.00
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OCTA 227 - Physical Dysfunction II
3 Credit(s).
Prepares students in theory and application of occupational therapy treatment for patients with neurological deficits from trauma or disease. Students will develop proficiency in treatment techniques specific to the neurological patient, which may include splinting, physical agent modalities, positioning, adaptative equipment, low technology devices, cognitive re-training, and driver’s education/ re-training. 2 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week; 24 hours Level I fieldwork. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OCTA 226 with a grade of “C” or higher
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OCTA 231 - Clinical Techniques I
3 Credit(s).
Introduces pediatrics, emphasizing developmental disabilities psychosocial and physical dysfunction. Explains the impact of a child with special needs on the family and the importance of play, mobility, and education; reinforces techniques through lecture, laboratory work, and practicums. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week; 24 hours Level I fieldwork Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OCTA 206 and OCTA 211 with a “C” or better
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OCTA 236 - Clinical Techniques II
3 Credit(s).
Provides a developmental view of the aging process; covers physical, psychosocial, socio-economic, and cultural issues; the effects of normal aging and pathology on function and independence; and prevention, restoration, and maintenance programs. Provides reinforcement through lectures, discussion, readings, and practicum. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week; 24 hours Level I fieldwork. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OCTA 206 and OCTA 211 with a grade of “C” or higher in each course
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OCTA 240 - Professional Skills and Literature Review
1 Credit(s).
Develops an understanding of the parameters and criteria for determining evidence based practice. Students will develop skills to critically analyze literature reviews in order to support future clinical decisions. In addition, students will develop professional skills necessary for success on Level II Fieldwork. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OCTA 201 , OCTA 206 and with a “C” or better
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OCTA 266 - General Fieldwork
4 Credit(s).
Concludes the academic portion of the OTA program. While being closely supervised, this practical experience enables the student to transition into the role of an entry level occupational therapy assistant. This fieldwork focuses on adult physical disabilities where the student provides treatment and documentation on an assigned patient caseload. 300 fieldwork hours required. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all academic course work required by the OCTA program with a “C” or higher. All students must complete the OCTA 266 course within 18 months of completing the academic course work.
Lab Fee: $120.00
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OCTA 269 - Psychosocial Fieldwork
4 Credit(s).
Concludes the two-course sequence. Prepares the student to transition into the role of an entry level OTA under close supervision. This fieldwork focuses on patients with psychiatric diagnoses where the student provides treatment and documentation on an assigned patient caseload. 300 fieldwork hours. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all academic course work required by the OCTA program with a “C” or higher. Students must complete OCTA 269 within 18 months of completing the academic course work.
Lab Fee: $120.00
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Office Administration |
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OFAD 102 - Basic Keyboarding Applications
2 Credit(s).
Uses a self-paced course structure to develop alphabetic and numeric keyboarding skills with drill work on speed and accuracy; introduces formatting procedures for letters, memos, and short reports. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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OFAD 105 - Microsoft Word for Personal Use
1 Credit(s).
Teaches students to create, edit, and print documents using Microsoft Word software. Keyboarding skill is not required to enroll in this course. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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OFAD 107 - Introduction to PowerPoint
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the basics of planning, creating, designing, editing, and printing an electronic presentation. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to take the MOS Certification exam for PowerPoint. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 160 or CSIT 101 or permission of program coordinator
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OFAD 110 - Administrative Office Procedures
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to the field of the administrative professional. Students explore changes and challenges in the 21st century workplace and the role of the administration professional within that setting. Students learn stress management strategies and the importance of workplace ethics and effective communication in diverse environments. Students also learn office procedures such as filing, handling mail, and preparing budgets. Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): or and or ; or
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OFAD 121 - Legal Document Processing
3 Credit(s).
Uses a self-paced structure to teach how to process legal documents using a computer; covers proper preparation of legal documents relevant to various areas of the law; explains legal terms and required legal language, formatting techniques, and clauses for each document.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 104
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OFAD 141 - Medical Terminology: A Contextual Approach
3 Credit(s).
Teaches students how to build medical terms using word parts, combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes. Students learn how to translate terms into their common meanings and common meanings into medical terms. Terminology is introduced by body system, system function, and organ structure and is applied by associating medical terms with basic physiologic and pathophysiologic scenarios. This course prepares Health Informatics and Information Technology students for BIOL 160 and BIOL 260 and is required for all OFAD medical program majors. Note: ALHL 115 is not a substitute for OFAD 141. Medical terminology courses transferred from other institutions must be evaluated by the Medical Office Assistant program coordinator before awarding credit. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 and ENGL 052 or ; or
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OFAD 146 - Fundamentals for the Medical Office
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the theory and principles of the health care delivery system, the health insurance industry, and the medical practice; reviews areas of specialization and trends in the health care delivery system, emphasizing their impact on the medical office assistant. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or
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OFAD 160 - Computers in the Business World
3 Credit(s).
Explains how office technologies can be combined to improve office work flow; introduces operating systems and how to apply word processing, data base management, presentation, and spreadsheet software to office situations; incorporates use of the Internet and World Wide Web. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 051 or ESOL 042 and MATH 081
Corequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054
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OFAD 161 - Introduction to Windows
1 Credit(s).
Introduces the Windows operating system; covers mouse operation, file management, manipulation of windows and icons, and Windows accessories. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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OFAD 181 - Cooperative Education I: Office Administration
1 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected, and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and student. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 104 , OFAD 110 or OFAD 146 and OFAD 160 , and consent of program coordinator; 2.5 overall GPA in major
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OFAD 182 - Cooperative Education I: Office Administration
2 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected, and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and student. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 104 , OFAD 160 , and written permission from program director required; 2.5 overall QPA in major
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OFAD 183 - Cooperative Education I: Office Administration
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected, and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and student. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 104 , OFAD 160 , and written permission from program director required; 2.5 QPA in major
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OFAD 184 - Cooperative Education I: Office Administration
4 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected, and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and student. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 104 , OFAD 160 , and written permission from program director required; 2.5 overall QPA in major
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OFAD 185 - Cooperative Education I
5 Credit(s).
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OFAD 206 - Keyboarding III Advanced Applications
3 Credit(s).
Develops skill in use of word processing features to produce mailable business documents under pressure of time; provides practice in integrating letters, reports, tables, and manuscripts from rough draft and imperfect copy; emphasizes typing speed and accuracy goals consistent with those required of an executive secretary in business and industry. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 104
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OFAD 215 - Records Management Procedures
2 Credit(s).
Teaches the basic principles and procedures of managing business files; covers the use of data management software to retrieve and sort data and to generate reports. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ACLT 052 OR
Corequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054
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OFAD 223 - Legal Typing and Transcription
3 Credit(s).
Gives an understanding of common legal terms; develops expertise in legal typewriting and legal office procedures; covers document transcription and legal terms from a variety of legal specialties; gives practice in using audiocassettes and transcription equipment.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 250
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OFAD 228 - Introduction to Microsoft Word
3 Credit(s).
Teaches the fundamentals of Microsoft Word; covers basic features needed to create and edit business documents such as memos, letters, reports, and tables; prepares students to take the Proficient level MOS certification exam in Microsoft Word. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 160 or CSIT 101 or permission of program coordinator
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OFAD 229 - Advanced Microsoft Word
3 Credit(s).
Teaches the advanced features of Microsoft Word including columns, advanced tables, styles, graphics, macros, typesetting features, outlines, sorting, and advanced merging techniques; prepares students to take the Expert level MOS certification exam in Microsoft Word. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 228
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OFAD 231 - Desktop Publishing
3 Credit(s).
Enables students to produce high-quality documents such as newsletters, brochures, and flyers using page layout software. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 160 or CSIT 101 or permission of program coordinator
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OFAD 243 - Database Management
3 Credit(s).
Covers the fundamentals of electronic database management; provides practice in common database operations such as creating, editing, and querying a database; prepares students to take the Expert level MOS certification exam in Microsoft Access. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 160 or CSIT 101 or permission of program coordinator
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OFAD 246 - Spreadsheet Applications
3 Credit(s).
Presents the fundamentals of electronic spreadsheets. Students learn to format spreadsheets and to perform basic financial operations. Prepares students to take the Proficient and Expert level MOS certification exams in Microsoft Excel. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 082 and OFAD 160 or CSIT 101 or permission of program coordinator
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OFAD 250 - Machine Transcription
3 Credit(s).
Presents the fundamentals of transcribing business documents from digital dictation software and prepares students to produce first-time ”mailable” copy. This course integrates punctuation rules, business formats, and word usage rules with listening techniques. Students are introduced to emerging dictation and transcription technologies. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): and
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OFAD 251 - Medical Billing and Patient Accounting
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the billing and accounting processes of the medical office. Students learn to input patient information, schedule appointments, and handle billing. They produce various lists and reports and learn to handle insurance claims, both on paper forms and electronically. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 146 ; OFAD 160 or CSIT 101
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OFAD 252 - Medical Transcription
3 Credit(s).
Teaches students how to format medical reports from dictated material; reinforces medical terminology; provides practice in the use of audio tapes and transcription equipment to transcribe many types of dictated medical documents. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 141 and OFAD 250
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OFAD 253 - Clinical Medical Assisting I: Fundamentals of Clinical Practice
4 Credit(s).
Develops clinical competence by introducing the basic guidelines for protecting both patient and caregiver from infection. Students learn how to assist with routine office examinations, administer medications, check and record vital signs, and follow emergency procedures. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 141 and OFAD 146 and BIOL 107
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OFAD 254 - Medical Office Assistant Practicum
3 Credit(s).
Gives field experience through a supervised work experience in an appropriate medical office setting that relates directly to the student’s medical assistant course work. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 257 with a grade of C or higher and OFAD 261 with a grade of C or higher
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OFAD 256 - Advanced Spreadsheet Applications
3 Credit(s).
Expands on basic spreadsheet skills and teaches students how to create meaningful spreadsheets built on sound mathematical constructs to enable them to organize data, calculate data, audit worksheets, and transform data into information for presentation and decision-making. Students learn advanced analysis and reference functions and advanced features such as macros, data linking, and pivot tables. This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert level certification exam. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 246
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OFAD 257 - Clinical Medical Assisting II:Venipuncture and Specimen Collection Techniques and Analyses
4 Credit(s).
Introduces medical laboratory regulations; proper use, maintenance, and storage of equipment; specimen collection techniques; and diagnostic testing procedures. Basic microbiology is addressed including nomenclature, classification, and microscopic visualization of certain microorganisms. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 253 or consent of program coordinator.
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OFAD 261 - Clinical Medical Assisting III: Medication Dosing and Administration
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to drug sources, uses, classifications, errors, side effects, regulations, administration, and legal and ethical considerations. Applications include dosage calculation; administration techniques, documentation, and biohazard disposal. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 253 or consent of program coordinator
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OFAD 262 - Administrative Project Management
3 Credit(s).
Provides a capstone experience in the Office Administration program. This course offers both a theoretical and a practical hands-on approach to managing complex business projects. Students learn the life cycle of a project and develop essential skills to define the critical path of a project. Students integrate spreadsheet, text-editing, presentation, transcription, and project management skills to develop and track a comprehensive team-based project. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , OFAD 110 or OFAD 146 , OFAD 228 , and OFAD 246
Corequisite(s): OFAD 250
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OFAD 281 - Cooperative Education II: Office Administration
1 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and the student. Cooperative Education II is directly related to the student’s program and provides learning experiences not available in the classroom setting. It continues to reinforce skills and knowledge beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 181 , OFAD 182 , OFAD 183 , OFAD 184 , OFAD 206 , OFAD 228 , OFAD 250 , and written permission from program director required; 2.5 overall QPA in major
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OFAD 282 - Cooperative Education II: Office Administration
2 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and the student. Cooperative Education II is directly related to the student’s program and provides learning experiences not available in the classroom setting. It continues to reinforce skills and knowledge beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 181 , OFAD 182 , OFAD 183 , OFAD 184 , OFAD 206 , OFAD 228 , OFAD 250 , and written permission from program director required; 2.5 overall QPA in major
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OFAD 283 - Cooperative Education II: Office Administration
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and the student. Cooperative Education II is directly related to the student’s program and provides learning experiences not available in the classroom setting. It continues to reinforce skills and knowledge beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 181 , OFAD 182 , OFAD 183 , OFAD 184 , OFAD 206 , OFAD 228 , OFAD 250 , and written permission from program director required; 2.5 overall QPA in major
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OFAD 284 - Cooperative Education II: Office Administration
4 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field. Co-op objectives are jointly developed, selected and evaluated by the faculty coordinator, workplace supervisor, and the student. Cooperative Education II is directly related to the student’s program and provides learning experiences not available in the classroom setting. It continues to reinforce skills and knowledge beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 181 , OFAD 182 , OFAD 183 , OFAD 184 , OFAD 206 , OFAD 228 , OFAD 250 , and written permission from program director required; 2.5 overall QPA in major
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LGST 101 - Introduction to Law
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the American legal system and government. Discusses procedural issues in the courts and specific concepts of law. Presents an overview of substantive areas of law, i.e. contracts. Explores the roles of various legal professionals and legal ethics. Students develop a solid foundation in the American legal system. Was PLAW 101, PALG 101, and PRLW 101, earn credit for one only. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 , and ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 or
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LGST 103 - Legal Research & Writing I
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to primary and secondary sources of the law. Students develop skills to locate and analyze legal sources. Students draft basic legal writings, case briefs and legal memoranda. Student perform basic legal research in the library and on-line. Was PALG 103 and PLAW 103, earn credit for one only. Note: LGST 101 and ENGL 101 not required for Paralegal Studies Certificate students. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): LGST 101 and ENGL 101 .
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LGST 104 - Law Office Practices/Legal Ethics
4 Credit(s).
Presents the role of the paralegal in the American legal system. Students explore law office organization and management. Presents computerized timekeeping and file management systems. Teaches ethical codes applicable to lawyers and paralegals. Note: Was PALG 104 and PLAW 104, earn credit for one only. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 and ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 ; or
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LGST 108 - Real Estate Law
3 Credit(s).
Explores laws on possession, purchase, sale, and lease of real estate. Examines estates in land, easements, and property financing. Presents litigation and landlord/tenant issues. Students research and draft operative documents, such as deeds. Note: Was PLAW 108 and PALG 108, earn credit for one only. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PLAG 103
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LGST 126 - Vehicle Laws and Accident Investigation
3 Credit(s).
Introduces Maryland and Federal vehicle laws. Discusses offenses, citation/arrest, and accident investigation. Students utilize the Maryland Automated Accident Reporting System. Teaches procedures and coding for the accident reporting system. Note: Was PLAW 126 and PLAW 126 earn credit for one only. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Same As: earn credit for one only.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 and ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 ; or
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LGST 128 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
3 Credit(s).
Examines civil rights and civil liberties within the framework of the U.S. Constitution and U.S. Supreme Court decisions. It covers the significant rights provided by the Bill of Rights as interpreted by the courts and the impact of the 14th Amendment on equal protection claims. Additionally, administrative, criminal and civil remedies for civil rights violations are discussed. Note: Was PLAG 128 and PLAW 128, earn credit for one only. Courses offered less than once a year.
Same As:
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or
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LGST 201 - Civil Litigation - Practice and Procedure
3 Credit(s).
Explores the process of litigation and role of the paralegal. Prepares students to assist lawyers at pre-trial, trial and appeal. Provides students with skills for investigation and managing cases. Teaches discovery techniques and interviewing skills. Students draft relevant civil litigation documents. Note: Was PLAW 201 and PLAG 201, earn credit for one only. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 202 - Criminal Law and Procedure
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the purposes and goals of criminal law. This course presents both substantive and procedural criminal law. Students analyze the elements and defenses of basic crimes. Prepares students to assist lawyers with all stages of a criminal case. Students draft operative documents for a criminal law matter. Note: Was PLAW 202 and PALG 202, earn credit for one only. Course offered once a year (fall or spring)
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 203 - Estates and Trusts
3 Credit(s).
Explores the laws of estates, probate, and trusts. Reviews property ownership and the transfer of property at death. Students analyze tax issues in estate planning and administration. Students draft operative documents, such as wills and trusts. Students learn the process to probate an estate in Maryland. Note: Was PALG 203 and PLAW 203, earn credit for one only. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 205 - Administrative Law
3 Credit(s).
Presents the functions of administrative agencies. Topics include due process and the Administrative Procedure Act. Teaches investigation, rulemaking and adjudication of claims. Students use administrative regulations and draft relevant documents. Note: Was PLAW 205 and PALG 205, earn credit for one only. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 , or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 206 - Family Law
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to Maryland’s domestic relations laws. Topics covered include marriage, divorce, support, and custody. Teaches investigation and interview techniques in family law cases. Discusses laws related to adoption, paternity, and domestic violence. Students draft operative documents for family law cases. Note: Was PLAW 206 and PALG 206, earn credit for one only. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 207 - Torts
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to American civil law. Topic areas include negligence, intentional torts, and strict liability. Discusses defenses to tort claims and damages available. Students review court procedure in a civil trial. Teaches interviewing and investigation techniques for civil cases. Students draft operative tort law documents. Note: Was PLAW 207 and PALG 207, earn credit for one only. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 208 - Worker’s Compensation
3 Credit(s).
Introduces students to the statutory and practical workings of Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission through course readings and case briefings. Note: Was PALG 208 and PLAW 208, earn credit for one only. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PALG 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103
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LGST 209 - Employment Law
3 Credit(s).
Builds on the student’s knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act and introduces a wide variety of other workplace laws, including both federal and state statutes. Students learn the importance of political action as a method for improving workplace laws and judge the impact of new technology upon the workplace legal system. Note: Was PLAW 109 and PALG 109 and LBST 109, earn credit for one only. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): or PALG 103 or PLAW 103 and LAW 103
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LGST 217 - Business Organization and Contracts
3 Credit(s).
Introduces legal concepts of business and contract law. Topics include contracts, UCC, agency, and business organizations. Students review and analyze transactional documents. Students draft operative business documents. Note: Was PLAW 217 and PALG 217, earn credit for one only. Courses offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 225 - Bankruptcy & Debt Collection
3 Credit(s).
Introduces debt collection and consumer bankruptcy. Topics include: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. Teaches bankruptcy issues from creditor and debtor perspectives. Students learn debt collection methods and reducing debts to judgment. It is recommended students to take LGST 217 before taking this course. Note: Was PLAW 225 and PALG 225, earn credit for one only. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 230 - Legal Research and Writing II
3 Credit(s).
Presents advanced legal research skills. Develops critical thinking and analytical skills. Students write complex legal documents. Teaches relevant communication skills. This course builds upon the skills introduced in LGST 103 . Note: Was PLAW 230 and PALG 230, earn credit for one only. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103
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LGST 273 - Internship-Legal Studies
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic credit for knowledge and skills learned on the job. This course requires a 135 work hour commitment from the student. Students and Internship Coordinator develop learning objectives. Teaches job interview building skills. Students develop work-place skills and employment goals. Note: Was PALG 173 and PALG 273 and PLAW 173, earn credit for one only. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): CSIT 101 , LGST 104 , LGST 201 , LGST 230 , and a minimum QPA of 2.5
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy
3 Credit(s).
Introduction to Philosophy emphasizes on the use of critical analysis to examine philosophical issues. Among these issues are the meaning of human existence, the matter of justifying ethical choices, the nature, sources, and limits of human knowledge, the question whether God exists and how one justifies an answer to this question, and different theories about the nature of reality. The course actively encourages the student to recognize the relevance of philosophy to everyday situations and to use critical analysis to attempt to understand and integrate human experiences. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or ; and MATH 081
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PHIL 103 - Critical Thinking
3 Credit(s).
Offers logical and effective approaches to addressing everyday arguments and issues; describes the nature of a good argument, fallacies, and the roles that language and culture play in everyday reasoning; provides the thinking skills necessary for a citizen to effectively function in a global society. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or ; and MATH 081
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PHIL 117 - Native American Religions
3 Credit(s).
Develops a rational approach to the study of Native American religions, and examines the variety of Native American religious traditions, historical religious movements, contemporary religious practices, and the struggle for religious freedom via an exploration of the nature, structure, and meaning of ritual and religion in Native American cultures. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Same As: NAST 117 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or and MATH 081
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PHIL 131 - Introduction to World Religions
3 Credit(s).
Develops a rational approach to the nature and purpose of religion and its historical expressions. Covers the nature of experience, faith, revelation, religious symbolism, and immortality; provides a comparative survey of doctrines and practices of representative religions such as Confucianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Shintoism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or
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PHIL 155 - Biomedical Ethics
3 Credit(s).
Provides a forum for students and practitioners in the allied health field to explore moral and ethical issues with which they are faced in the health care milieu. Courses offered less than once a year.
Same As: ALHL 155 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 and ENGL 052 or ; or ; and MATH 081
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PHIL 170 - Logic
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the basic concepts, principles, and methods of deductive and inductive reasoning; emphasizes skills required for recognizing and evaluating arguments from all walks of life; provides tools such as Venn diagrams, truth tables, natural deduction, and Mill’s methods of experimental inquiry. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 and ENGL 052 or ; or ; and MATH 081
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PHIL 240 - Ethics
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the branch of philosophy that attempts to discover by rational methods the truth about right and wrong, good and bad, moral and immoral. Critically examines existing systems of values and their applications to life situations; helps improve students’ ability to understand and make ethical choices. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): Exemption from or successful completion of ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ; or and MATH 081
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PHIL 250 - Ethical Issues in Information Technology
3 Credit(s).
Identifies and explores ethical problems associated with the use and abuse of information technology. Relevant ethical and philosophical theories are surveyed, discussed and applied to the resolution of these problems. A code of conduct for information technology users and professionals is developed and defended. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 , ESOL 052 , RDNG 052 , ESOL 054 , or ; MATH 081 .
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PHIL 265 - Business Ethics
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the ethics of business operation in a changing pluralistic environment with changing social values and demands; covers corporate accountability, employee rights, multinationals, and the role of ethics in a free economic system. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Same As: MNGT 265. Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or and ENGL 052 or ; or ; and MATH 081 ; and MNGT 101 or written permission from instructor required.
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PHIL 290 - Advanced Topics in Philosophy
3 Credit(s).
Studies special topics in an advanced seminar format; topics vary each semester and include History of Philosophy, Art and Society, Chinese Philosophy, Existentialism, and the Nature of Freedom. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 and ENGL 052 or ; or ; and MATH 081 ; and PHIL 101 or written permission from instructor required
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Photography |
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PHTO 200 - Principles of Photogr Lighting
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PHTO 221 - Photographic Illustration
Teaches photographers to carry an initial creative concept through to a successful and stimulating visual conclusion. Assignments include descriptive portraiture, unusual representation, time and space, and a photo essay illustrating written copy. Stresses creativity, originality, and professionalism. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 250 or written permission from program coordinator required.
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PHTO 273 - Internship: Photography
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Physical Education - Fitness |
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PEFT 101 - Lifetime Fitness and Wellness
3 Credit(s).
Lifetime Fitness and Wellness introduces the student to the multi-dimensional theories of wellness to enable the student to make informal, proactive lifestyle choices. Topics to be covered include components of fitness, nutrition, weight control, stress management, cardiovascular disease, and wellness across the lifespan. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ACLT 052 OR
Corequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054
Lab Fee: $25.00
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Physical Education - Aquatics |
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PEAQ 100 - Swimming Level I
1 Credit(s).
Introduces elementary swimming skills, water safety, and survival swimming for non-swimmers or those who cannot swim 25 yards. Swimming Level I emphasizes basic stroke technique and elements of water safety. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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PEAQ 101 - Swimming Level II
1 Credit(s).
Provides further practice for students who have completed swimming level I or who can swim a distance of 50 yards. Swimming Level II covers intermediate aquatics skills, competitive swim strokes, water safety, and fitness concepts. Attendance and participation in all portions of the class are essential to the successful completion of the course objectives. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): The ability to swim 50 yards or the completion of Swimming Level I.
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PEAQ 102 - Swimming Level III
1 Credit(s).
Emphasizes the advancement of swimming skills, refinement of strokes, and attainment of endurance for competitive level swimming. Swimming Level III is designed for advanced level swimmers who have completed Swimming Level II or equivalent skills. Students must demonstrate the ability to swim 100 yards in good form using competitive strokes. Attendance and participation in all portions of the class are essential to the successful completion of the course objectives. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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PEAQ 106 - Aqua Fitness
1 Credit(s).
Develops the physical fitness level of the individual using fitness equipment and water as resistance while performing low impact activities. Aqua Fitness improves the cardiorespiratory, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility components of physical fitness. This course is appropriate for both non-swimming and swimming capable students wanting a challenging physical fitness without overly stressing body joints. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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PEAQ 112 - Lifeguard Training
2 Credit(s).
Introduces progressive techniques and practices of advanced water safety, rescue, and resuscitation methods; emphasizes lifeguarding techniques and swimming pool operation. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): 500 yard continuous swim, surface dive and recover 10 pound brick, under water 15 yard swim and tread for two (2) minutes legs only and must be 15 years of age by the completion of the course
Lab Fee: $35.00
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PEAQ 113 - Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
2 Credit(s).
Perfects methods of teaching water safety and basic swimming strokes; teaches how to plan, conduct, and evaluate swimming and water safety courses. An advanced course for skilled swimmers. Satisfactory completion qualifies the student for Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification. Courses offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): Current Red Cross Emergency Water Safety or Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate. Offered Spring and Summer sessions. This course may be used to fulfill 2 elective credits
Lab Fee: $10.00
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PEAQ 114 - Lifeguarding Instructor (LG1)
2 Credit(s).
Trains and educates lifeguard instructors. An advanced course for skilled swimmers. Satisfactory completion qualifies students for the American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Instructor’s certificate.
Prerequisite(s): ARC Adult, child and Infant CPR certification. Ability to complete a 500 yard swim, surface dive and retrieve a 10 pound object, tread water for 2 minutes using legs only, valid ARC lifeguarding certificate and be 17 years of age by the completion of the course
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PEAQ 115 - Pool Operators Certification
1 Credit(s).
Provides the pool operator with the skills and training to properly care for and maintain safe and healthy pools, spas, and hot tubs. The student learns correct sanitation, filtration, and water chemistry procedures and information on accident prevention, record keeping, and safety equipment. At the satisfactory completion of the course the student will become a certified pool/spa operator in Baltimore County and other counties that have approved this course. Note: $110 lab fee covers certification exam.
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PEAQ 120 - Scuba Diving
2 Credit(s).
Gives the novice skin and scuba diving enthusiast practice in physical conditioning, perfection of essential skills, and study of the physics and physiology of diving. Covers external hazards of diving and care and maintenance of equipment. All course activities take place in the classroom and pools at all CCBC campuses. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): Intermediate swimming ability
Lab Fee: $60.00
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