Nursing One

NUR 152

The learner examines and defines the role of the nurse in a contemporary healthcare system. Learners are introduced to the knowledge, skills and attitudes associated with the Quality & Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) competencies. Concepts of psychological, psychosocial, safe effective care environment and health promotion/maintenance are examined. The nursing process provides a framework utilizing an interdisciplinary, collaborative care approach influencing the care of individuals involving families and communities. This course is offered in the fall only. Pre & Co-requisites: ENG 101, BIO 107, PSY 101

Nursing Dosage Calculations

NUR 153

This course prepares the student for dosage calculations used in the administration of medications. Beginning level students acquire knowledge and develop proficiency in computing medication dosages. Strong student calculation competency is but one of the ingredients required for the achievement of positive patient outcomes. Among the QSEN skills competencies are demonstrating effective use of technology and standardized practices that support safety and quality; demonstrating effective use of strategies to reduce risk of harm to self or others; and using appropriate strategies to reduce reliance on memory (e.g., checklists) (QSEN, 2019, “Safety” section).. The QSEN attitudes have to do with qualities such as valuing the contributions of standardization/reliability to safety; appreciating the cognitive and physical limits of human performance; and recognizing one’s own role in preventing errors (QSEN, 2019, “Safety” section). Corequisite: NUR 152, BIO 107, ENG 101, PSY 101. Prerequisite: MAT 095 with a grade of C or placement into a Gen Ed math course.

Nursing Three

NUR 252

The learner continues examining concepts of nursing care with a greater emphasis on health promotion/maintenance, physiological, psychosocial alterations of individuals across the life continuum. The plan of care expands application and integration of knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to ensure safe and effective patient care in an evolving healthcare environment. Lecture: 5 hours, Lab/Clinical: 9 hours This course is offered in the fall only. Prerequisites: NUR 154, ENG 102, PSY 210

Intro-Exercise Science

PEC 199

This course is designed to provide a student interested in Health and Exercise with applied knowledge relative to Physical and Psychological Health, Physical Education, Athletic Training, and Sport Management. Lectures and labs will aim to inform students of modern Nutritional Practices, Healthy Exercise habits, Environmental Stresses, and Sport Psychology. Pre-req: none.

Phil, Princ & Organ-Coaching

PEC 297

The primary goal of this course is to enhance students' knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives in working with athletes. The class will help students develop an understanding of coaching philosophy and essential techniques including practice planning, program organization, coaching roles, and instruction. This course will combine sport science theory and research with the practical knowledge and methods of expert coaches.

Weight Training

PED 107

This course is designed to be an introduction to weight training to help students improve muscular strength, gain an understanding of weight training theory and practice, learn how to use both machines and free weights safely and effectively, as well as develop a personalized weight training program

Basketball

PED 119

This course is designed to be an introduction to the fundamental techniques of basketball and to provide beginning instruction in tactics and strategies associated with competitive basketball. The course includes warm up and cool downs, game objectives, footwork, basic passing, dribbling, and shooting techniques. Special emphasis is placed on drills and competitive play.

Indoor Soccer

PED 178

This course is designed to teach students the basics of playing the game of soccer in an indoor setting.  This course teaches warm up and cool downs, game objectives, basic passing and dribbling techniques, and footwork used throughout the sport.  Special emphasis is placed on drills and competitive play.

Weight Training

PED 207

This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills, and techniques learned in PED 107. Emphasis is on weight training to improve muscular strength, overall health and fitness, and how to use both machines and free weights safely and effectively. Students will develop a personalized weight training program. Prerequisite: PED 107.

Flexibility Training-Athletes

PED 252

Core Conditioning

PED 276

This course reinforces the fundamentals of core conditioning and continues development of exercises and techniques used to strengthen and tone the core muscles of the body including the lower back, hip, pelvis, abdominal, and oblique muscles. The class incorporates a variety of exercises and equipment to sculpt and strengthen the core region and improve balance and coordination. Prerequisite: PED 176.

Introduction to Philosophy

PHI 101

Students examine fundamental philosophical problems and concepts and study various major philosophers and their representative works.

Professional Ethics

PHI 210

Designed for students in career and professional programs, but recommended for all students, this course in applied ethics offers students formal and explicit inquiry into the moral problems they will face in their chosen professions or interest areas. Different sections of the course will focus on areas such as bioethics; business ethics; and ethics in the engineering technologies, in criminal justice, and in human services. No prerequisite is required.

Religions of the East

PHI 216

A critical study of the major religions of the East: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism with additional discussion of Jainism and Shinto. Emphasis is on the philosophical issues that arise from the worldview of each religion, including their understanding of reality, human purpose, and how we should live. Students study such areas as the ultimate source and nature of God, the universe, the nature of humanity and our place in the cosmos, and the relationship between religion and world culture. Pre-Corequisite: ENG 101.

Physics I

PHY 101

Student inquiry into the origin and validity of the Newtonian model of the universe is promoted in this course, which emphasizes the processes of science so that students learn to formulate a basis for either accepting or rejecting scientific theories. The areas of physics presented are mechanics, wave motion, and thermodynamics. Prerequisites: MAT 115 or higher with a C or better

General Physics II

PHY 110

Included in this calculus-based course are such topics as thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and physical and geometric optics. In the laboratory, students learn techniques for investigating physical phenomena and reporting with reasoned numerically-based analysis. Computer and calculator skills are required. 3 hrs. lect.; 4 hrs. lab and recitation. Prerequisite: PHY 109 with a grade of C or better. Pre or Corequisite: MAT 180.

American Government

POS 201

An analysis of the institutions and processes of power of the American political system, this course emphasizes the study of American values and beliefs, democratic theory, the role of media, and the interrelationship of economic and political power.

General Psychology

PSY 101

An examination of human behavior, this course covers such topics as research methods, learning, memory, psychobiology, consciousness, sensation and perception, motivation, personality, intelligence, and abnormal behavior.

Psychology Child Development

PSY 200

In this course, students explore human behavior and development from conception until adolescence. Students study biological, motor, perceptual, intellectual, language, personality, and social/emotional development, all in their cultural contexts, as well as practical approaches to child rearing. PSY 200 is not open to students who have completed 6 credits from both PSY 210 and PSY 206. Prerequisite: PSY 101; and ENG 101.

Abnormal Psychology

PSY 203

This course will explore the variety of mental and emotional disorders identified by psychologists. Students will learn to recognize symptoms, understand causes, and become familiar with the treatment of mental illness. Goals for this course include the analysis of actual cases and discussion of current issues and depictions of clients, while increasing the student’s ability to respond appropriately to individuals in need. Prerequisite: PSY 101; and ENG 101.