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MTH 210 Discrete Structures
3 credits
Provide students with the definitions and basic tools for reasoning about discrete mathematical objects useful for computer science.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 171 or equivalent.
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MTH 215 Mathematical Statistics
3 credits
Probability theory, games of chance, probability distributions, testing of hypotheses, curve fitting, and correlation.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 172
Spring (odd years only)
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MTH 226 Calculus III
4 credits
Vectors, multivariable and vector-valued functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and applications.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 172
Fall
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MTH 241 Linear Algebra
3 credits
Systems of linear equations, vector space, inner products, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and applications.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 172 or permission of the instructor.
Fall (odd years only)
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MTH 242 Differential Equations
3 credits
Equations of first order and degree, higher order, and degree equations, including linear with constant coefficients, and systems of equations.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 172 or its equivalent.
Spring
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MTH 244 Set Theory and Logic
3 credits
Introduction to set theory, equivalence and order, Boolean algebra, introduction to logic, and rules of inference.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 171 or permission of the instructor.
Spring
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MTH 315 Mathematical Statistics II
3 credits
Multivariate distributions. Estimation and hypothesis tests for multiple parameters. Regression and correlation. Analysis of variance.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 215 and MTH 226
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MTH 320 Actuarial Mathematics I
3 credits
Applying probability theory to problems in actuarial science, finance and insurance; utilizing discrete, continuous and multivariate distributions.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 215 and MTH 226
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MTH 351 Geometry
3 credits
History of geometry, axiom systems, types of geometries, and axiomatic development of a geometric theory.
Fall (even years only)
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MTH 390 Methods of Teaching Math
3 credits
This course is designed to introduce candidates to the content needed to teach fourth through eighth grade math curricula and to the strategies used to develop math competencies at the middle level.
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MTH 413 Math Cooperative Education
3-6 credits
Academic study combined with work experience in the community.
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MTH 420 Actuarial Mathematics II
3 credits
Solving problems in finance. Variation of annuities, loan repayment, bond valuation and the term structure of interest rates. Measuring rates of return.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 320
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MTH 422 Linear Algebra II
3 credits
Real and complex vector spaces, bases and dimension, linear operators, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, spectral theorems.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 241 or its equivalent.
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MTH 423 Complex Variables
3 credits
Analytic and elementary functions, differentiation, Cauchy’s Theorem, power series, calculus of residues.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 226 or its equivalent.
Spring (even years)
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MTH 425 Topology
3 credits
Topological spaces, mappings and homeomorphisms, connected spaces, compact spaces.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 244
Spring (odd years)
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MTH 441 Real Analysis I
3 credits
Real number system, topology, sequences, limits, continuity, and differentiability. (Formerly MTH 341)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 226 , MTH 244 .
Spring (even years only)
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MTH 442 Real Analysis II
3 credits
Continuation of MTH 441 , including measure and integration. (Formerly MTH 342)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 441
Fall (even years only)
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MTH 463 Abstract Algebra I
3 credits
Introduction to abstract algebra, groups, and introduction to rings and fields. (Formerly MTH 363)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 244
Spring (odd years only)
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MTH 464 Abstract Algebra II
3 credits
Rings, integral domains, fields, and polynomials. (Formerly MTH 364)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 463
Fall (odd years only)
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MTH 480 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Special investigation of a selected topic.
(On demand)
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MTH 486 Special Topics in Mathematics
1-3 credits
Topics vary from semester to semester and will be announced with preregistration information.
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MTH 490 Mathematics Seminar
3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department.
(On demand)
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Medical and Health Humanities |
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MHH 201 Introduction to Medical and Health Humanities
4 credits
This course introduces students to primary concepts and issues within the field of Medical and Health Humanities. Students will look at concepts of health and illness, as viewed from the perspective of the patient, the practitioner, and the public, and through the lens of humanistic study including history, philosophy, religion, art, music, and literature. Students will be exposed to a broad understanding of how different disciplines approach issues in the medical and health fields, including concepts regarding patient autonomy, human dignity, and social justice.
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MHH 301 Narrative Medicine
3 credits
This course uses a narrative approach to explore the relationship between health, healing and social justice. Assessing how all forms of discrimination are linked to health status provides students with a fundamental understanding of the connection between economic status, political power, social rights, opportunities and social justice. The narrative approach gives voice to the vulnerable and disadvantaged and encourages an understanding and articulation of the human dimension in health care. Narrative practice is concerned with issues of trauma, body, and inter-subjectivity. This course examines the interconnectedness of social identity and the larger social, political, and cultural realities by combining theoretical articles and illness narratives. The challenge is how to honor the illness narratives and transform the stories of injustice and discrimination into stories of health, healing and social justice.
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201
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MHH 310 Health Disparities
3 credits
Students will critically examine health disparities between and within nations, using the United States as a case study. Using sociological texts alongside literary works, students will explore gaps in health outcomes as they relate to race/ethnicity, social class, gender, disability, nationality, and migration and immigration status. Determinants of health as defined by the World Health Organization will provide students with a foundation for a better understanding of the systems that shape and influence the conditions of daily life.
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MHH 312 Health and Human Rights
3 credits
Students will explore issues that arise at the intersection of health care and human rights. The provision and protection of basic human rights is the surest way to improve the overall health of vulnerable populations. Public health problems such as infant mortality, widespread preventable illness, and malnutrition frequently occur among people who suffer from violations of their basic human rights. Human rights establish basic standards for the provision of health care and ethical norms for the treatment of patients. Topics include: human rights and public health, informed consent, and access to health care for vulnerable persons.
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MHH 314 Environmental Health
3 credits
Focusing on both domestic and global environmental health, students will examine biological, socio-economic, and cultural issues in the intersection between environmental factors and human health. Through analyses of case studies and literary depictions of environmental factors in cultural products, disease causation, and public health, students will evaluate how different individuals and communities engage with the challenges of environmental health concerns ranging from microbial and chemical contamination of water and air to industrialization and unplanned urbanization.
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MHH 316 Race, Gender, and Health
3 credits
Using a biopsychosocial model of health, students will explore constructions of and relationships between race and gender and how such constructions have shaped health care and health policies. Students will examine the historical foundations of race and gender (including national politics about slavery and race, eugenics policies and practices, nineteenth-century gynecology, mental health, sexuality, and gender identity), evaluating how these foundations have impacted contemporary health care.
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MHH 330 Global Health Populations
3 credits
Students will consider health care practices in a global setting and with an eye towards social, political and economic impacts and through the lens of inter-relational health. Using a transdisciplinary perspective, students will examine various global populations, in particular those populations in under-resources regions, in light of their health care needs - both communal and individual - national health policies, the impact on national and international communities, and the role of cultural memory.
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MHH 332 Medical Geography
3 credits
This course will introduce students to methodological and theoretical concerns of geography and how they can be applied to the study of health and health care. Students will examine how our natural and built environments impact our health and access to health care and the spatial dimension of national and global health disparities. Students will evaluate how Geographic Information Systems are used to address the concerns of health professionals.
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MHH 334 Modern Epidemics and Pandemics
3 credits
Students will focus on the cultural, economic, and political impact of epidemics and pandemics in the modem period by exploring specific outbreaks, including (but not limited to) the Plague, the nineteenth-century cholera epidemic, the 1918 influenza pandemic, and HIV/AIDS. These case studies will help students understand epidemics and pandemics in relation to trade, health and economic policies, and public perceptions in both their historical contexts and comparatively.
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MHH 350 Fieldwork
1-6 credits
Students will choose either an internship with a medical/health organization or an observational rotation at a medical/health facility. For the internship option, students will apply academic knowledge to work experience; for the observation rotation, students will attend clinical meetings and participate in on-site observations. Placements will be made at the program director’s discretion. Can be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201 ; Medical and Health Humanities major status
Pre-/Corequisite(s): PHL 310
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MHH 385 Special Topics in Medical and Health Humanities
3 credits
This course is an intensive study of an issue or topic in Medical and Health Humanities. Topics determined by the instructor. Can be taught twice as the same theme.
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201
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MHH 401 Senior Seminar
3 credits
In this course, students engage in a semester-long research project that integrates concepts from the MHH program and related fieldwork experiences as they relate to a chosen topic(s). Students will be exposed to advanced concepts in Medical and Health Humanities. Texts will vary depending on instructor. Must be taken if MHH 450: Senior Thesis is not chosen.
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201 ; senior status in the major
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MHH 450 Senior Thesis
3 credits
Students will write an independently-chosen critical thesis under the careful supervision of a faculty member teaching in the MHH program. Students will master all the phases of the research process, including the gathering of research from traditional and electronic bibliographical sources, standard systems of bibliographical citation, and organization of a developed and original argument. Must be taken if MHH 401: Senior Seminar is not chosen.
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201 ; senior status in the major
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MHH 460 Fieldwork
1-3 credits
Students will be exposed to team-based medicine and the application of medical and health humanities concepts in an on-site observation rotation at a local hospital. Students will participate in an observation rotation in an approved division and attend ethics meetings.Placements will be made at the program director’s discretion. This course is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Note: a small insurance fee will be assessed. Previously offered as MHH 350 . May not be taken by students who previously have completed that course.
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201 ;MHH 301
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MHH 465 Internship
1-3 credits
Students will be exposed to medical and health humanities practices and apply academic knowledge to work experience at a medical or health organization, nonprofit, or government organization. This course is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Placements will be made at the program director’s discretion.
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201 ;MHH 301
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MHH 480 Independent Study
3 credits
This course is a special investigate of a selected issue in Medical and Health Humanities, as determined by the student and director of the independent study
Prerequisite(s): MHH 201 ; only for students in the major.
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Medical Imaging |
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MI 100 Introduction to Medical Imaging
2 credits
This introduction to the medical imaging profession includes the historical development as well as specialties within the fields, organizational structure of hospital departments, and opportunities for professional growth. The profession is examined in order to assist the student in making a commitment to pursue this field.
Lecture: 2 hours.
Fall, Spring (as needed)
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MI 106 Medical Terminology
1 credit
This course provides a body systems approach to learning medical language. Word parts are used to build, analyze, define, and spell medical terms. Structural, directional, disease and disorder, surgical, and diagnostic terms; pronunciations, and abbreviations are included.
Fall (online); Spring (online); Summer (online, as needed)
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MI 125 Principles of Radiographic Exposure and Processing I
3 credits
Elements of x-ray production. Emphasis on factors affecting production of an acceptable diagnostic radiograph: contrast, density, recorded detail, and visibility of detail.
Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 2 hours
Fall only
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MI 126 Principles of Radiographic Exposure and Processing II
2 credits
This course is a continuation of MI 125 /MI 125L . Further study of theories and factors affecting production of a quality image, inclusive of processing.
Lecture: 1.5 hours Laboratory: 1 hour
Prerequisite(s): MI 125
Spring only
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MI 140 Clinical Experience I
2 credits
Orientation to the clinical education center, equipment familiarization, application of theoretical principles through examination of patients under direct supervision. 16 hours per week. Clinical experience in a hospital setting including diagnostic/fluoroscopic, portable and operating room rotations, in addition to evening hours and outpatient rotation.
Prerequisite(s): MI 106 , MI 200 , MI 203 , completion of all clinical requirements as outlined in the Medical Imaging Clinical Education Manual and Student Handbook and current liability insurance.
Spring only
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MI 160 Clinical Experience II
2 credits
Continuation of MI 140 . Experience in perfecting the application of ionizing radiation under supervision. 40 hours per week. Clinical experience in a hospital setting including diagnostic/fluoroscopic, portable and operating room rotations in addition to evening hours, and outpatient rotation.
Prerequisite(s): MI 140 , CPR certification, Completion of all clinical requirements as outlined in the Medical Imaging Clinical Education Manual and Student Handbook and current liability insurance.
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MI 200 Patient Care
2 credits
This course will provide the student with an overview of the foundations in radiography and the practitioner’s role in the health care delivery system. The professional responsibilities of the radiographer will be examined and discussed. Communication skills and professional conduct of the radiographer in the clinical setting will also be introduced. Basic concepts of patient care, physical and physiological needs of the patient, and routine and emergency patient care will be described. Human diversity in health care will be discussed and its impact in the treatment of patients.
Fall only
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MI 201 Advanced Patient Care
2 credits
Advanced patient care skills are essential elements of providing high-quality patient care in medical imaging. Building on MI 200 Patient Care, this course utilizes a combination of lecture and lab to develop skills in patient care. Basic concepts of patient education and assessment, pharmacology, venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents are covered.
Prerequisite(s): MI 200
Spring only.
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MI 203 Radiographic Procedures I
4 credits
This course is designed to educationally prepare and develop pre-clinical competence in specific diagnostic procedures through a combination of lecture and laboratory. It is an introduction to theory and principles of diagnostic radiography of the upper limb, lower limb, chest and bony thorax.
Lecture: 3 hours Laboratory: 2 hours
Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 or equivalent
Corequisite(s): MI 200
Fall only
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MI 204 Radiographic Procedures II
4 credits
This course is designed to prepare and develop pre-clinical competence in specific diagnostic procedures through a combination of lecture and laboratory. It is a continuation of Radiographic Procedures I. It is an introduction to theory and principles of diagnostic radiography of the vertebral column, surgical radiography, abdomen, gastrointestinal system, biliary tract, urinary system, and cranium.
Lecture: 3 hours Laboratory: 2 hours
Prerequisite(s): MI 203
Spring only
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MI 207 Image Production I
3 credits
This course focuses on the properties/elements of x-ray (image) production from the x-ray tube to the image receptor and how changes in the elements affect the finished radiographic image. The emphasis is on factors such as: contrast, density/brightness, recorded detail/spatial resolution, and visibility of detail; all necessary for production of an acceptable diagnostic radiograph. Theories/concepts learned in lecture will be applied during an associated lab experience. Previously offered as MI 125: Principles of Radiographic Exposure and Processing I
Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 2 hours
Fall only; first offered in Fall 2019
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MI 208 Image Production II
2 credits
This course is a continuation of MI 207. Topics covered include: grids, anode-heel effect, filtration, beam restrictors, and all aspects of digital imaging; both direct (DR) and computed radiography (CR) as they relate to the production of a quality digital image.
Lecture: 1.5 hours Laboratory: 1 hour
Prerequisite(s): MI 207
Spring only; first offered in Spring 2020
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MI 214 Radiation Biology and Protection
2 credits
A study of the effects of ionizing radiation on living matter; both acute and chronic; changes in molecules, cells, tissues, genetics, and embryology are presented. Topics such as patient protection, personnel protection, maximum permissible dose, and exposure monitoring are explained.
Prerequisite(s): MI 125 and MI 126
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MI 220 Radiographic Physics and Equipment
2 credits
This course explores the fundamentals of x-ray properties, production of ionizing radiation and its interactions, x-ray circuitry, and equipment through a combination of lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 118 or permission of instructor.
Spring only
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MI 225 Clinical Experience III
2 credits
Continuation of MI 160 , including rotation through advanced modalities. 16 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): MI 160 , Completion of all clinical requirements as outlined in the Medical Imaging Clinical Education Manual and Student Handbook and current liability insurance
Fall only
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MI 243 Radiographic Image Evaluation I
2 credits
This course is designed to provide basis for analyzing radiographic images. Included are the importance of minimum imaging standards; discussion of problem-solving techniques; and the factors that can affect image quality of the upper limb, lower limb, chest and bony thorax.
Corequisite(s): MI 203 , or by permission of instructor.
Fall only
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MI 244 Radiographic Image Evaluation II
2 credits
This course is a continuation of MI 243 , Radiographic Image Evaluation I. Image analysis content is designed to provide a basis for analyzing radiographic images. Included are the importance of minimum imaging standards; discussion of a problem-solving techniques; and the factors that can affect image quality of the vertebral column, abdomen, gastrointestinal system, urinary system, and cranium.
Prerequisite(s): MI 204 and MI 243 , or by permission of the instructor.
Spring only
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MI 245 Clinical Experience IV
3 credits
Continuation of MI 225 . Practical application of theory and skills acquired in all phases of the curriculum. Three evening rotations- 3-10 pm. 24 hours per week. Rotations through Computed Tomography, Special Procedures, and three other advanced modalities of student’s choice in preparation for senior year internship.
Prerequisite(s): MI 225 , CPR certification, annual health examination, immunizations, current liability insurance, criminal background clearance.
Spring only
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MI 253 Imaging Pathology
2 credits
This course will offer a foundation in the basic principles of pathology. The focus is on the appearances of diseases and injury diagnosed by medical imaging procedures. Etiology, treatment and prognosis will also be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): MI 244
Fall only
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MI 260 Clinical Experience V
2 credits
Final experience in the general radiography department to include indirect supervision in areas of demonstrated competency. 40 hours per week. Out-patient as well as five evening rotations (3-10 p.m.).
Prerequisite(s): MI 245 , CPR certification, annual health examination, immunizations, current liability insurance, criminal background clearance.
Summer Term B (July–August) 6 weeks.
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MI 265 Clinical Experience VI
2 credits
Advanced practical application of theory and skills in specialty areas. 16 hours per week. Optional minor rotations or internship in specialty areas begin.
Prerequisite(s): MI 260 , CPR certification, annual health examination, immunizations, current liability insurance, criminal background clearance.
Fall only
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MI 275 Clinical Experience VII
2 credits
Continuation of MI 265 . 16 hours per week. Optional minor rotations or internship in specialty areas. Senior research project.
Prerequisite(s): MI 265 , CPR certification, annual health examination, immunizations, current liability insurance, criminal background clearance.
Spring (May grads), Fall (December grads).
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MI 303 Introduction to Research
2 credits
This course is designed to provide medical imaging students with basic knowledge of research methodologies and to assist in the development of inquiry and research skills.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 115 and MI 160
Fall only
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MI 304 Clinical Experience IV
3 credits
Practical application of theory and skills acquired in all phases of the curriculum. Rotation through advanced modalities. Continuation of MI 225 . 24 hours per week. Previously offered as MI 245
Prerequisite(s): MI 225 , completion of all clinical requirements as outlined in the Medical Imaging Clinical Education Manual and Student Handbook and current liability insurance
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MI 306 Clinical Experience V
2 credits
Continuation of MI 304, 40 hours per week. Previously offered as MI 260
Prerequisite(s): MI 304 , completion of all clinical requirements as outlined in the Medical Imaging Clinical Education Manual and Student Handbook and current liability insurance
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MI 307 Radiation Biology and Protection
2 credits
This course focuses on the biological and genetic changes in the human body as the result of exposure to ionizing radiation. Typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure will be covered. Previously offered as MI 214
Pre-/Corequisite(s): MI 160
Fall only
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MI 308 Imaging Pathology
2 credits
This course will offer a foundation in the basic principles of pathology. The focus is on the appearance of disease and injury diagnosed by medical imaging procedures. The relationship between imaging modalities and the diagnosis of disease will be emphasized. Etiology, treatment and prognosis will also be discussed. Previously offered as MI 253
Prerequisite(s): MI 244
Fall only
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MI 310 Advanced Imaging Procedures
3 credits
Students will explore advanced diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures. Weekly lectures will focus on specialized imaging equipment and patient populations. The historical development of imaging equipment, indications and contraindications for use, and procedures performed will be covered. Topics include, but are not limited to, angiography and interventional radiography, computed tomography, mammography and magnetic resonance imaging, sonography, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy and forensic imaging.
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MI 311 Sectional Anatomy for Imaging Professionals
3 credits
This course focuses on cross sectional anatomy as it applies to medical imaging. The ability to locate and identify structures in the axial, sagittal, coronal and oblique plane is a necessary skill in many imaging and therapeutic modalities. Volumetric data sets and 3-D reconstruction of the body structures are increasingly important in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Both normal and abnormal anatomy will be discussed.
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MI 400 Issues in Medical Imaging
1 credit
This course involves discussion of current issues relevant to medical imaging and their impact upon the profession. Topics include, but are not limited to mandatory vs. voluntary continuing education, licensure, multiskilling, regional vs. programmatic accreditation, and charting and documentation.
Prerequisite(s): Senior level status or permission of instructor Fall (first seven weeks) only (traditional format).
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MI 403 Senior Capstone
1 credit
As a culmination of their education, and using the inquiry and research skills mastered in MI 303 Introduction to Research , the students will complete an individual research-based project. The outcome will include a paper or poster acceptable for publication in a professional journal or presentation at a state or national conference.
Prerequisite(s): MI 303
Corequisite(s): MI 404
Fall only
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MI 404 Clinical Experience VI
2 credits
Advanced practical application of theory and skills learned in the entire program. 16 hours per week. Advanced Modality internship. Previously offered as MI 265
Prerequisite(s): MI 306 , Completion of all clinical requirements (Policy #27 & #29) as outlined in the Medical Imaging Clinical Education Manual and Student Handbook
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MI 405 Clinical Experience VII
2 credits
Continuation of MI 404 . Final phase of the internship component. Advanced practical application of theory and skills learned in the entire program. 16 hours per week. Continuation of internship in an advanced modality.
Prerequisite(s): MI 404 , completion of all clinical requirements (Policy #27 & #29) as outlined in the Medical Imaging Clinical Education Manual and Student Handbook
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MI 406 Issues in Medical Imaging
1 credit
Through literature searches, this course involves presentation and discussion of current issues relevant to the medical imaging discipline and their impact on the profession. Class discussion is a vital component of this course. Previously offered as MI 400
Prerequisite(s): Pre-requisite: Senior level status or permission of instructor Fall (first seven weeks) only (traditional format).
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MI 413 Medical Imaging Cooperative Education
1-6 credits
Academic study combined with work experience in the community. To be arranged.
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MI 415 Senior Seminar
0 credit
This course assists students in preparation for the ARRT examination taken upon graduation.
Prerequisite(s): MI 260 or MI 306 must be an M.I. Major.
Fall (December grads). Spring (May grads)
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MI 416 Principles of Mammography
1 credit
Students in this course are provided the opportunity to develop discipline-specific knowledge in the post-primary practice of mammography. Topics include patient interaction and management, equipment operations and QA, anatomy and physiology, pathology, and positioning and procedures.
Prerequisite(s): MI 310 and MI 311 or permission of the instructor
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MI 417 Principles of Computed Tomorgraphy
1 credit
Students in the course are introduced to the principles of computed tomography (CT). Topics include history and fundamental elements of equipment, data acquisition, image processing and reconstruction. Patient safety, image quality and specific procedural elements are also covered. Pertinent anatomy and pathology are also reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): MI 310 and MI 311 ; or permission of instructor
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MI 418 Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
1 credit
Students in this course are introduced to the principles of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Topics include history and fundamental elements of equipment and instrumentation, image production parameters, contrast media and pulse sequences. Patient safety, image quality and specific procedural elements are also be covered. Pertinent anatomy and pathology are also reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): MI 310 and MI 311 ; or permission of instructor
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MI 419 Principles of Cardiac and Vascualr Interventional Imaging
1 credit
This course is designed for students experiencing a clinical internship in either cardiac or vascular interventional imaging. It provides an in-depth study into interventional radiologic procedures. Patient care, image production and procedures including equipment and accessory instrumentation, such as catheters and guidewires are covered. Angiography, cardiac catheterization and interventional procedures are discussed. Pertinent pharmacology are also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Medical Imaging student or permission of the instructor
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MI 450 Quality Management in Medical Imaging Sciences
2 credits
Through lecture and lab, this course focuses on quality management and its associated topics of quality assurance and quality control as they relate to the field of medical imaging. Particular emphasis is on quality control which is the part of the overall program that deals with instrumentation and equipment. Methods used to test, evaluate, and ensure radiographic quality are covered.
Prerequisite(s): MI 126 or MI 208
Spring only (traditional format).
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MI 480 Special Topics in Medical Imaging
Variable credits
Topics vary from semester to semester and are announced with pre-registration information. An example of courses offered include those in magnetic resonance imaging, CT scan, bone densitometry, and sonography.
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NSG 201 Foundations of Nursing
3 credits
This course emphasizes basic nursing concepts and the recognition of select functional health patterns such as activity-exercise, nutritional-metabolic, elimination, and sleep-rest functional health patterns, basic theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are taught and implemented within a nursing practice framework. Competencies in cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills are developed and refined in clinical practice settings and/or simulated clinical situations.
Lecture: 2 credits lecture Laboratory: 1 credit clinical/laboratory)
Pre-/Corequisite(s): BIO 211 , BIO 212 , BIO 228 , PSY 275 , HP 241
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NSG 300 Concepts of Nursing
2 credits
This course presents an overview of major health professions, with a focus on the profession of nursing. The emphasis in this course is on assisting the student to develop a theoretical base for professional nursing practice based on Gordon’s functional health patterns. Students are introduced to the nursing metaparadigm, nursing theorists, and the nursing process as a foundation for baccalaureate nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
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NSG 301 Functional Health Patterns Adults I
6 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing and the basic and social sciences and explores selected alterations in functional health patterns, including coping and stress tolerance; cognitive-perceptual; nutritional/metabolic; activity and exercise; and elimination. Theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are used to achieve positive health outcomes for adult clients with acute and chronic illness in medical surgical settings. Emphasis is placed on the autonomic nervous, integumentary, musculoskeletal, and gastrointestinal systems, in addition to pain and infectious disease as health problems of adults. Students apply principles of pharmacology and use critical thinking skills to examine current research evidence and legal-ethical issues that influence the planning and delivery of nursing care to adults and their families.
Lecture: 3 credits lecture Laboratory: 3 credits clinical/laboratory
Pre-/Corequisite(s): NSG 201 , NSG 305
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NSG 302 Functional Health Patterns Psychiatric Nursing
4 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing and the basic and social sciences and explores selected alterations in functional health patterns of clients with psychiatric-mental health problems, including health perception/health management; cognitive-perceptual; sleep-rest; self perception/self concept; role-relationship; sexuality-reproductive; value-belief; and coping/stress tolerance. Theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are used to achieve positive health outcomes for clients with acute and chronic mental health disorders. Emphasis is placed on psychobiology, psychiatric genetics, and psychosocial therapeutic modalities used in the nursing care of adults and children with psychiatric disorders. Students apply principles of psychopharmacology and use critical thinking skills to examine current research evidence and legal-ethical issues that influence the planning and delivery of nursing care to clients in the psychiatric setting.
Lecture: 2 credits lecture Laboratory: 2 credits clinical
Pre-/Corequisite(s): NSG 201
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NSG 303 Functional Health Patterns Adults II
6 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing and the basic and social sciences and explores selected alterations in functional health patterns, including cognitive-perceptual; nutritional/metabolic; activity and exercise. Theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are used to achieve positive health outcomes for adult clients with acute and chronic illness in medical surgical settings. Emphasis is placed on the metabolic, cardiovascular, sensory, autoimmune, and respiratory problems of adults. Students will work in a variety of settings including caring for patients in the perioperative period. Students apply principles of pharmacology and use critical thinking skills to examine current research evidence and legal-ethical issues that influence the planning and delivery of nursing care to adults and their families.
Lecture: 3 credits lecture Laboratory: 3 credits clinical/laboratory
Prerequisite(s): NSG 301
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NSG 304 Functional Health Patterns Pediatrics
4 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing and the basic and social sciences and explores selected alterations in functional health patterns in children from infancy through young adulthood. Theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are used to achieve positive health outcomes for pediatric clients and their families with acute and chronic illness in a variety of pediatric settings. Emphasis is placed on normal growth and development. Students examine the applications of current research evidence, principles of pharmacology, as well as legal and ethical issues influencing the planning and delivery of nursing care to pediatric clients and their families.
Lecture: 2 credits lecture Laboratory: 2 credits clinical/laboratory
Pre-/Corequisite(s): NSG 201 , NSG 305
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NSG 305 Physical Assessment
3 credits
This course examines techniques used by nurses in the ongoing assessment of the health status of patients. Emphasis is placed on interviewing skills, obtaining health histories, and physical assessment techniques used across the lifespan.
Lecture: 2 credits lecture Laboratory: 1 credit laboratory
Pre-/Corequisite(s): NSG 201
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NSG 320 Principles of Pharmacology
3 credits
This course provides students with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and understanding of essential principles of pharmacology. The course will focus on therapeutic classifications; characteristic drug groups; physiologic influences on drug effects; principles of therapy; drug interactions; and legal, ethical, and economic issues of drug therapy.
Pre-/Corequisite(s): BIO 211 and BIO 212
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NSG 325 Informatics for Healthcare Professionals
3 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the field of healthcare informatics. This course will examine computer technology and selected computer applications, including emerging technology for safe and effective patient care. Information systems that provide data about quality improvement and required regulatory reporting through information systems are discussed. An overview of the variety of technologies that facilitate clinical care, including patient monitoring systems, medication administration systems, and other technologies to support patient care is provided. Emphasis is placed on maintaining an attitude of openness to innovation and continual learning, as information systems and patient care technologies are constantly changing. The use of informatics in professional practice, education, research, and administration will be explored, along with the impact of informatics on healthcare delivery systems.
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NSG 397A Professional Nursing Concepts and Theories
3 credits
This course focuses on concepts basic to the development of professional practitioners. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, nursing theories, and the re-socialization of the professional nursing role. Theoretical and applied concepts for professional practice, the changing health care system, an introduction to healthcare finance, information technology, and professional practice strategies, including wellness and health promotion across the lifespan are explored.
Prerequisite(s): RN status
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NSG 398A Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
3 credits
This course focuses on concepts integral to the development of professional nursing practice. Culturally-competent techniques used by nurses in the ongoing assessment of the health status of patients are examined. Emphasis is placed on utilizing interviewing skills, obtaining health histories, and physical assessment techniques used across the lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): RN status
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NSG 401 Functional Health Patterns Adults III
5 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing and the basic and social sciences and explores selected alterations in functional health patterns, including coping and stress tolerance; cognitive-perceptual; health perception-health management, nutritional/metabolic; activity and exercise; and elimination. Theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are used to achieve positive health outcomes for adult clients with acute and chronic illness in medical surgical settings. Emphasis is placed on altered cellular proliferation, and alterations in endocrine, neurologic, oncology, renal and hepatic function as health problems of adults. Students apply principles of pharmacology and use critical thinking skills to examine current research evidence and legal-ethical issues that influence the planning and delivery of nursing care to adults and their families.
Lecture: 3 credits lecture Laboratory: 3 credits clinical
Prerequisite(s): NSG 303
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NSG 402 Functional Health Patterns Childbearing
4 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing, basic and psychosocial sciences and focuses on sexuality and reproductive functional health patterns of women and their families to achieve a positive pregnancy outcome and safe fetal environment. Emphasis is placed on normal, as well as, abnormal processes of childbirth to provide students with the knowledge and basic obstetrical skills to care for women, newborns, and families experiencing a normal obstetrical course and those experiencing complications. Students examine human genetics, the application of current research evidence, principles of pharmacology, and legal/ethical issues influencing the planning and delivery of nursing care to pregnant women, newborns, and families. In the clinical component of the course, emphasis is placed on the role of the professional nurse working in the obstetrical specialty, the application of the nursing process in providing nursing care to pregnant women, newborns, and families and the enhancement of critical thinking skills, therapeutic nursing interventions, select pharmacotherapies, effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Lecture: 2 credits lecture Laboratory: 2 credits clinical
Prerequisite(s): NSG 201 , NSG 305
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NSG 403 Functional Health Patterns in Populations
3 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing and the basic and social sciences and explores alterations in functional health patterns, including self-perception, self-concept; sexuality-reproductive; coping-stress tolerance; health perception-health management, value-belief; cognitive-perceptual, and role relationship. Theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are used to achieve positive health outcomes for individuals, families, aggregates, communities, and populations. Emphasis is placed on population-centered health care in the community. The values of public health nursing concepts are embedded within the implementation of community-oriented nursing practice. In the clinical component of the course, nursing practice takes place in a variety of public settings. Perspectives in global health care are considered in relation to a population-based approach and its major health problems and burdens of disease. Students examine the application of current research evidence, principles of pharmacology, as well as legal and ethical issues influencing the planning and delivery of health care to individuals, families, aggregates, communities, and populations. The role of the nurse as community leader is emphasized.
Lecture: 2 credits lecture Laboratory: 1 credit clinical
Prerequisite(s): NSG 201 , NSG 305
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NSG 404 Functional Health Patterns Adults IV
5 credits
This course builds upon previous knowledge and skills from nursing and the basic and social sciences and explores selected alterations in functional health patterns including, nutritional/metabolic; activity-exercise, elimination, cognitive-perceptual, health perception-health management pattern, coping and stress tolerance, and value-belief pattern.. Theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles are used to achieve positive health outcomes for adult clients with acute and chronic illness in medical surgical settings. Emphasis is placed on the normal aging process and pathophysiologic changes of adults with complex health problems and critical alterations in cardiovascular, integumentary, hematological, and multi-system dysfunction. Students apply principles of pharmacology and use critical thinking skills to examine current research evidence and legal-ethical issues that influence the planning and delivery of nursing care to adults and their families.
Lecture: 3 credits lecture Laboratory: 2 credits clinical
Prerequisite(s): NSG 401
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NSG 405 Baccalaureate Capstone
3 credits
This capstone course is focused on facilitating the transition from the role of student to the role of the professional nurse in the contemporary health care environment. Strategies for success on the national licensing examination are designed and implemented. Students are introduced to leadership and management concepts as they apply to professional practice and the health care milieu. Critical analysis of legal, ethical, and diversity issues in health care is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): NSG 401
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NSG 410 Nursing Research for Evidence Based Practice
3 credits
This introductory course is designed to prepare students to become consumers of research who critically evaluate and base care on evidence. Emphasis is placed on the components of the quantitative and qualitative research processes, the concepts and terms associated with these processes, and the competencies necessary to read, evaluate, and interpret research findings for practice. Building on critical thinking skills, this course will expand students’ knowledge by assisting them to develop and use principles of evidence based healthcare to address problems in professional practice.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 115
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NSG 413 Cooperative Education in Nursing Leadership
1-8 credits
This is a variable credit course which allows the working Registered Nurse the opportunity to combine academic study with work experience to further explore leadership concepts. credits are dependent on number of hours to be completed, and assignments are adjusted accordingly.
Prerequisite(s): Registered Nurse status, NSG 320 , NSG 325 , NSG 397A , NSG 398A
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NSG 460A Care of Aggregates, Communities and Populations
2 credits
This course explores the professional community/public health nurse’s role in exploring alterations in functional health patterns of individuals, families, aggregates, communities, and populations, including alterations in self-perception, self-concept, sexuality-reproductive health, coping-stress tolerance, health perception-health management, value-belief and role relationship, and cognitive-perceptual concerns. Selected nursing theories, the nursing process, and principles of leadership and management are applied to models for health planning and population-focused practice. Basic concepts of epidemiology are presented and applied to community health problems and national initiatives, including disaster-preparedness, culturally-competent care, and the legal and ethical issues influencing the planning and delivery of care to individuals, families, aggregates, communities, and populations.
Prerequisite(s): RN Status; NSG 397A , NSG 398A
Corequisite(s): NSG 465A
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NSG 465A Clinical Application of Aggregates, Communities and Populations
2 credits
This course focuses upon the clinical application of community-oriented/public health nursing concepts. Students, under the supervision of a designated preceptor in a community/public health practice setting, will apply theoretical, scientific, and humanistic principles as they work with aggregates in the community to implement interventions aimed at achieving positive health outcomes. Nursing care delivery systems in the community that promote health and prevent illness in population groups will be explored. The role of the professional nurse as community leader is emphasized.
Corequisite(s): Registered Nurse status, NSG 460A
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