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RTT 386 Radiation Therapy Practicum IV (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Radiation therapy major and RTT 376 .
Taught: Spring only
Competency-based clinical application of principles in radiation therapy to include oncology terminology, equipment, techniques used for treatment, and direct patient care. Conducted under the supervision of registered radiation therapists and clinical faculty.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 3
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RTT 396 Radiation Therapy Practicum V (2 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Radiation therapy major and RTT 386 .
Taught: Summer only
Competency-based clinical application of principles in radiation therapy to include oncology terminology, equipment, techniques used for treatment, and direct patient care. Conducted under the supervision of registered radiation therapists and clinical faculty.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 2
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RTT 470 Imaging Modalities (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Radiation therapy major and RTT 321 .
Taught: Fall only
Basic principles of x-ray equipment, exposure factors, and image production are presented. The theory and mechanics of CT, PET, Ultrasound & MRI imaging are covered. CT imaging will be emphasized.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 3
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RTT 480 Radiation Therapy Capstone (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Radiation therapy major, Senior standing.
Taught: Spring only
Discussion and analysis of specific radiation science theories, review and critique journal articles and prepare for the national certification exam.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 3
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RTT 486 Radiation Therapy Practicum VI (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Radiation therapy major and RTT 396 .
Taught: Fall only
Competency-based clinical application of principles in radiation therapy to include oncology terminology, equipment, techniques used for treatment, and direct patient care. Conducted under the supervision of registered radiation therapists and clinical faculty.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 3
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RTT 496 Radiation Therapy Practicum VII (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Radiation therapy major and RTT 486 .
Taught: Spring only
Competency-based clinical application of principles in radiation therapy to include oncology terminology, equipment, techniques used for treatment, and direct patient care. Conducted under the supervision of registered radiation therapists and clinical faculty.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 3
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RDG 110 Critical Reading (1 credits) Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall and spring
Development of active and critical reading strategies including summary, comparison and analysis. Provides preparation for general education courses in a variety of disciplines.
Repeatable: No
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Religious Studies |
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REL 200 World Religions and Cultures - AH (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
This course is to introduce students to one or more of the following religions: Indigenous Sacred Ways, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam. The historical development of the religions studies, the major beliefs and the interactions within and between cultures will be considered.
Repeatable: No
General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
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REL 301 Ancient Religions (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
A comparative journey through religious ideas and practices in lands around the Mediterranean from pre-history to the Fall of Rome will include recognition of the transmission of many aspects of culture from east to west.
Repeatable: No
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REL 302 Survey of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Major figures, main themes, basic values, and primary beliefs found in the Hebrew Bible in its religious, philosophical, political and historical contexts.
Repeatable: No
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REL 303 Survey of New Testament (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Major figures, main themes, basic values and primary beliefs of New Testament writings in their religious, philosophical, political and historical contexts.
Repeatable: No
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REL 304 Jesus (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Taught: Variable, check with department
An examination of the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth through biblical accounts, non-canonical sources, creedal statements, historical research, contemporary debates, and the personal perspectives of students.
Repeatable: No
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REL 305 Islam (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course is both historical and topical in its treatment of Islam. Our first emphasis will be on the life and career of Prophet Muhammad, the teachings of the Qur’an, the development of the Muslim community and its principal institutions to about 1300 CE. Topically we will cover the Qur’an, the basic beliefs and practices of Islam, and Sufism (Islamic mysticism). We will also consider the current situation in the Islamic world and the Islamic community.
Repeatable: No
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REL 306 Introduction to Judaism (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Introduction to the history of Judaism, major beliefs, branches, ceremonies and rituals central to contemporary Jewish life. This course is sponsored by the Jewish Chautaugua Society.
Repeatable: No
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REL 307 Survey of Christianity (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Main beliefs, figures, orientations and branches of the Christian tradition; contemporary movements and issues.
Repeatable: No
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REL 317 Catholicism (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Introduction to Catholicism. What Catholics believe and why they believe it.
Repeatable: No
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REL 325 Celtic Christianity (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
An examination of the nature of Celtic spirituality from pre-Christian Celtic beliefs through the unexpected rise of Christianity in Celtic soil as the Roman Empire collapsed. Celtic prayers and loricas will be important source material, as will the stories of Patrick, Pelagius, Columba, George MacLeod and others.
Repeatable: No
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REL 335 Spiritual Images In Pop Culture (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
An exploration of various images, symbols and spiritual themes such as creation, sin, salvation, human destiny and metaphors for the Divine as depicted in films, comic books, television and/or other media of popular culture.
Repeatable: No
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REL 352 Women and Religion (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
The position/status and roles of women in religious groups as seen in their roles in ritual, religious life, scriptures, myths and theologies.
Repeatable: No
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REL 370 Religion and Science (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Various approaches to the relationship between religion and science; historical conflict; the developing dialogue between religion and science; cosmology; evolution. The course seeks to introduce students to a wide range of concerns and does not presuppose detailed knowledge of religion or science. Same as PHI 370 Science and Religion.
Repeatable: No
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REL 371 Death and the Afterlife (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Various conceptions of an afterlife (disembodied existence, reincarnation, and resurrection) are examined with regards to the meaning and evidence for the positions. Topics include discussions of personal identity, near death experiences, the nature of consciousness.
Repeatable: No
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REL 394 Topics: Religious Studies (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
In-depth examination of a major thinker, school, or issue in religious studies. Topic announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated as topics vary.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit
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REL 499 Independent Study (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Individually supervised readings and study of a selected topic.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 12
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REL 594 Topics In Religious Studies (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Selected topics in religious studies. May be repeated as topics vary.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit
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REL 599 Independent Study (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Individually supervised readings and study of a selected topic in religious studies. May be repeated as topics vary.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit
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RSP 201 Fundamentals of Respiratory Care (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Admission to respiratory care program.
Co-requisite(s): RSP 201L and RSP 286 .
Taught: Fall only
Introductory respiratory care theory and procedures; basic respiratory system anatomy and physiology, administration procedures for aerosolized medications; theory and equipment for oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, hyperinflation therapy, and mucous clearance techniques.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 201L Respiratory Care Equipment and Procedures (1 credit) Hours: 0 classroom + 2 lab/studio
Co-requisite(s): RSP 201 .
Taught: Fall only
Demonstration and practice in basic respiratory care procedures; proper body mechanics, patient assessment, administration of oxygen therapy, bland aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, aerosolized medication, and mucus clearance techniques.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 202 Medical Terminology for Health Professions (1 credit) Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Co-requisite(s): RAD 208 or RSP 201 .
Taught: Fall only
Independent learning of word parts, including prefixes, suffixes, and roots, and the combination of these parts to form complex symptomatic, diagnostic, operative, and therapeutic medical terms related to the language of allied health professions; approved medical abbreviations will also be included.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 205 Respiratory Care Pharmacology (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department.
This course includes a study of pharmacologic agents used in cardiopulmonary care. This would include the principles of pharmacological therapy, drug dosages, and the safe and effective administration of these agents.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 220 Introduction to Respiratory Critical Care (4 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 2 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 201 and RSP 201L with grades of C or better.
Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: BIO 209 and BIO 209L .
Taught: Spring only
Theory, application and demonstration of procedures and equipment used for advanced respiratory care and emergency procedures, airway management, non-invasive ventilator support, arterial blood gas collection, ECG arrhythmia recognition and treatment.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 220l Respiratory Critical Care Lab (1 credit) Hours: (0 classroom + 2 lab/studio)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to respiratory care program
Co-requisite(s): RSP 220
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course corresponds to RSP 220. It introduces equipment and skills related to intermediate respiratory care procedures and allows practice and demonstration of critical care skills. This class is designed to give experience with equipment and procedures prior to clinical experience.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 235 Respiratory Physiology and Physics (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 201 , RSP 201L , BIO 208 and BIO 208L .
Co-requisite(s): BIO 209 and BIO 209L .
Taught: Spring only
Functional anatomy of respiratory systems structures; mechanics and control of ventilation; pulmonary blood flow and the matching of ventilation with profusion; acid-balance and the interpretation of blood gases; oxygen transport and the concepts of shunting and dead space; physics of gasses applicable to respiratory care. PREREQ OR
Repeatable: No
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RSP 286 Clinical Practicum I (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 24 lab/studio
Co-requisite(s): RSP 201 and RSP 201L .
Taught: Fall only
Professionally supervised experience in basic respiratory care procedures in acute-care hospitals: oxygen administration, lung expansion therapies, aerosolized medication administration, and mucus clearance techniques; proper documentation and preparation of clinical case reports.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 296 Clinical Practicum II (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 24 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 286 .
Co-requisite(s): RSP 220 - RSP 220L.
Taught: Spring only
Professionally supervised experience in basic and intermediate respiratory care procedures; suctioning, hand ventilation, arterial puncture, phlebotomy, CPR, and care of patients with artificial airways; developing skill in time management, organization and effective communication with other healthcare professionals.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 299 Independent Study: Respiratory Care (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
Individually supervised work involving readings, research, and/or clinical activities in areas of special interest or need. Topics, activities, and evaluation procedures specified by instructor and approved by program director prior to registration.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6
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RSP 310 Advanced Critical Care (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): C or better in RSP 220 .
Taught: Variable, check with department.
This course provides instruction, demonstration, and practice in the theory, set-up, operation and maintenance of mechanical ventilators and related equipment. Topics include: mechanical ventilator theory for adults, ventilator operation, ventilator maintenance and trouble shooting.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 310L Advanced Critical Care Lab (1 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 2 lab/studio
Co-requisite(s): RSP 310
Taught: Variable, check with department.
This course is the laboratory component of RSP 310 Advanced Critical Care. This course provides the student the opportunity to apply the concepts presented in RSP 310 and demonstrate an understanding of mechanical ventilation set-up, management, and discontinuation.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 331 Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 310 .
Taught: Fall only
Overview of the various areas comprising cardiopulmonary diagnostics to include normal and abnormal pulmonary function and related technology; emphasis will be on performance, interpretation, and evaluation of pulmonary function studies; operation and maintenance of pulmonary function and gas analysis equipment; other topics include sleep laboratory, stress and exercise testing, metabolic testing, ventilation/perfusion scanning, cardiac catheterization laboratory, and non-invasive cardiology.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 340 Pulmonary Rehabilitation (1 credit) Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Spring only
Components of a pulmonary rehabilitation program; physiological and psychosocial problems of patients with chronic pulmonary disease; design and implementation of a program of education and exercise tailored to meet needs of the individual patient.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 350 Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall only
Assessment techniques for pulmonary disease patients including history taking, chest physical exam, basic radiography, lab study, and PFT interpretation, pulmonary and critical care medicine, obstructive and restrictive pulmonary disease, cardiac and cardiovascular disorders, neurologic and neuromuscular disorders, shock, trauma, sepsis, near drowning, burns, smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide poisoning, drug overdose, renal failure, acute G.I. disturbances, and respiratory care of the post-operative patient will be reviewed.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 362 Prenatal-Pediatric Respiratory Care (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): C or better in RSP 310 .
Taught: Fall only
Prenatal lung development, fetal circulation, and changes at birth; differences in respiratory anatomy and physiology between young children and adults; specialized techniques of airway management and artificial ventilation; applications of respiratory system monitoring and therapeutic modalities; respiratory diseases commonly seen in pediatrics.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 386 Clinical Practicum III (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 16 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 296 .
Co-requisite(s): RSP 310 .
Taught: Fall only
Artificial ventilation to patients on life support; initial ventilator set-up, control adjustments, monitoring, circuit changes, and weaning; further experience with artificial airways and routine respiratory care procedures in the critical care setting.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 396 Clinical Practicum IV (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 16 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 296 and RSP 362 .
Co-requisite(s): RSP 331 .
Taught: Fall only
Further experience in applications of respiratory care in the intensive care unit, cardiopulmonary monitoring, applications of pulmonary rehabilitation, pediatric respiratory care.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 400 Advanced Respiratory Care (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Respiratory Care BS Completion Program.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Demonstration of cognitive, critical thinking, and technical skills in respiratory care; relationship between the therapist, physician, nurse, and other healthcare professionals to foster behavior of the respiratory therapist.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 430 Advanced Pathophysiology (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 350 .
Taught: Variable, check with department
Focus on competencies for RRT practicing in the critical care setting; administration of specialty gases, advanced airway management and ventilation techniques, recognition of mechanisms of respiratory failure; end of life care; disaster preparation; anticipation of care based on pharmacologic agents, and other diagnostic procedures.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 441 Case Studies in Evidence Based Practice (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 350 .
Taught: Variable, check with department
Students will review the delivery of health care to chronically ill patients with lung and heart disorders with emphasis on the respiratory care; patient case reviews will utilize a multidisciplinary approach to case management and responsibilities unique to the respiratory therapist.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 442 Disease Management II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): C or better in RSP 441 .
Taught: Variable, check with department
Students will review the rationale and methods used in cardiopulmonary diagnostics and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation in hospital-based programs, long-term care facilities and in the home. Patient case reviews will utilize a multidisciplinary approach to case management and responsibilities unique to the respiratory therapist.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 445 Health Assessment and Promotion (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite OR Co-requisite: RSP 350 .
Taught: Fall and summer
Concepts and applications related to advanced assessment procedures for patients with respiratory impairment; pulmonary rehabilitation, home health care, health assessment, smoking cessation, and health behavior and promotion.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 451 Polysomnography I (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 1 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course is designed to provide both didactic and laboratory training for entry-level personnel in the basics of Polysomnography Technology. Students will become familiar with medical terminology, instrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions related to Polysomnographic Technology. Laboratory sessions will provide practical experience.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 452 Polysomnography II (3 credits) Hours: 2 classroom + 2 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
Presentation and discussion of psychomotor practices related to interpretation of the polysomnogram for adult and pediatric patients. Emphasis on therapeutic equipment, protocols, artifact recognition and troubleshooting of the equipment.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 460 Advanced Respiratory Critical Care (3 credits) Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
Prerequisite(s): RSP 310 with a grade of C or better
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course covers advanced respiratory critical care skills including but not limited to: advanced mechanical ventilation, invasive and noninvasive airway management, waveform analysis and application, critical care procedures and diagnostics, medical critical care issues, and traumatic critical care issues.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 480 Respiratory Care Seminar (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior status in the respiratory care program.
Taught: Spring only
Contemporary ethical and legal issues affecting the practice of respiratory care; effects of managed care and other market forces on departmental operations; resume preparation and other job search skills; preparation for and practice with Entry Level, Written Registry, and Clinical Simulation examinations for self-assessment.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 486 Clinical Practicum (3 credits) Hours: 0 classroom + 16 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RSP 396 .
Taught: Spring only
Experience providing neonatal respiratory care; training in airway management techniques; development of leadership and time management skills; pulmonary rehabilitation, clinical simulations in lab setting, formulate differential diagnosis for case presentations, summative clinical/role transition rotations.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 494 Respiratory Care Capstone (3 credits) Hours: 1 classroom hour; 2 lab/studio
Co-requisite(s): RSP 480 .
Taught: Fall and spring
Under faculty supervision the students will be placed with a clinical preceptor who will work with the student to identify and define in writing a current, real world, respiratory care clinical or management problem, survey the literature to see what has been published regarding this type of problem, design a project or intervention to address the problem, implement the project or intervention, and evaluate the effectiveness of the project or intervention in correcting the problem.
Repeatable: No
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RSP 496 Clinical Practicum VI (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course includes experiences in a chosen focus area(clinical, education, administrative, or population-based). This experience will culminate in a Capstone project in the form of research or other scholarly activity that articulates the design, organization, statistics and data analysis used and includes an oral and written presentation of the project.
Repeatable: No
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RUS 101 Elementary Russian I - AH (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall only
Fundamentals; introduction to cultures of Russian-speaking countries; basic principles of the Russian language including study of the Cyrillic alphabet, pronunciation, and simple idioms.
Repeatable: No
General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
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RUS 102 Elementary Russian II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RUS 101 or equivalent.
Taught: Spring only
Continuation of RUS 101 , with addition of new vocabulary and more complex grammar and idiom forms.
Repeatable: No
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RUS 201 Intermediate Russian I (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RUS 102 .
Taught: Variable, check with department
Continuation of RUS 102 , with addition of new vocabulary and more complex grammar and idiom forms, as well as more complex cultural and literary readings.
Repeatable: No
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RUS 202 Intermediate Russian II (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): RUS 201 .
Taught: Variable, check with department
Continuation of RUS 201 ; advanced vocabulary and more complex grammar and idiom forms, as well as more complex cultural and literary readings.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 105 Social Work and the Community - SB (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
Introductory course designed to give the student interested in the social work profession an opportunity to explore the needs of client systems of diverse populations. Via the course materials and an experiential component, each student is provided with an avenue for testing and evaluating a commitment to, and a capacity for, working with people.
Repeatable: No
General Education Credit: Cultural Pluralism
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SWK 106 Introduction to Social Justice - AH (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall and spring
This class is an introduction to foundational concepts and ethical concerns in social justice studies. Course that promotes critical thinking, multiple perspectives, and a sense of personal responsibility in the local and global community. This course is the first in the sequence for the social justice minor.
Repeatable: No
General Education Credit: Global Viewpoints
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SWK 203 Social Welfare in Contemporary Society (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall and spring
The systematic study of major social problem areas: poverty, health, education, hunger, housing, sexism, and racism, and their implications for social welfare services. A critical and comparative analysis of society’s response to human need.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 303 Professional Interactional Skills (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 105 and SWK 203 is required.
Co-requisite(s): SWK 304 , SWK 305 , and SWK 407 .
Taught: Fall only
Basic components of effective communication in social work practice; interpersonal and interactional skills relevant to different types of relationships and systems with which social workers interact; guided communication experiences. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into the program.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 304 Human Behavior and Social Environment I (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): C or better in SWK 105 and SWK 203 .
Co-requisite(s): SWK 303 , SWK 305 and SWK 407 .
Taught: Fall only
This course focuses on the life states of infancy, childhood, and adolescence and provides a basic framework for developing and organizing knowledge of human behavior and the social environment. Social systems, life span and strengths approaches to understanding HBSE are introduced. The course includes theories and knowledge of biological, sociological, cultural, psychological, and spiritual development across the life span. The manner in which social systems promote or deter people in maintaining or achieving health and well- being are emphasized. Special attention is given to the impact of human diversity, discrimination and oppression on the individual’s ability to reach or maintain optimal health and well-being. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into the program.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 305 Social Work Practice I (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 105 , SWK 203 , SWK 303 and SWK 304 .
Taught: Fall only
Basic frame of reference for the understanding and practice of social work; various kinds of systems with which the social worker interacts, types of relationships involved and essential generalist/ problem solving methodology and skills. Course restricted to Social Work majors.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 307 Human Behavior and Social Environment II (3 credits) Hours: 5 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 105 , SWK 203 is required.
Co-requisite(s): SWK 392 , SWK 310 , and SWK 405 .
Taught: Spring only
This course focuses on the life stages of young adulthood, middle adulthood, and later adulthood. The focus is on the interactions between and among individuals, groups, societies, and economic systems. Course content includes empirically based theories and knowledge and teaches biological and social science concepts concerning human development that are fundamental to social work practice. Special attention is given to the impact of human diversity, discrimination and oppression on the individual’s ability to reach or maintain optimal health and well-being. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into the program.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 310 Social Work Practice 2: Family and Groups (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 105 and SWK 203 is required.
Co-requisite(s): SWK 307 , SWK 392 , and SWK 405 .
Taught: Spring only
Selected practice modalities applied to social work intervention in small systems, emphasizing families, and groups. Students learn to apply problem-solving approach, task centered casework, psychosocial model, and behavior modification to these small systems. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into the program.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 392 Social Work Research (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 105 and SWK 203 , and STA 113 or STA 205 is required.
Co-requisite(s): SWK 307 , SWK 310 , and SWK 405 .
Taught: Spring only
Needs assessment, case evaluation, and program evaluation; components of research design and statistics essential for understanding and carrying out these activities. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into the program.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 394 Topics: Social Welfare (1-3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
A specific aspect of social welfare practice or social welfare concern. May be repeated for additional credit, up to 12 semester hours, when topic varies. See Schedule of Classes for current topic, offerings, and prerequisites.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 12
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SWK 405 Social Work Practice: Community Organizations (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): C or better in SWK 105 and SWK 203 .
Co-requisite(s): SWK 307 , SWK 392 and SWK 310 .
Taught: Fall only
Social work intervention in groups, organizations, and large systems; knowledge, skill, and appropriate worker role useful in working with neighborhood and community action groups and different types of organizations. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into the program.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 406 Field Experience 1 (5 credits) Hours: 5 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 303 , SWK 304 , SWK 305 , SWK 307 , SWK 392 , SWK 310 , SWK 405 , SWK 407 .
Taught: Fall and spring
This first field-based course requires students complete 200 hours in a community social service agency under supervision of a professional social worker along with a weekly seminar. Students apply and integrate generalist social work knowledge and skill from the curriculum, and begin to demonstrate required competencies/practice behaviors for professional practice. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into program and consent of Field Director.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 407 Social Welfare Policy (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 105 and SWK 203 .
Co-requisite(s): SWK 303 , SWK 304 and SWK 305 .
Taught: Fall only
Framework for analyzing social welfare benefits, beneficiaries, service delivery strategies, and financing from the perspective of various choices evolving in social welfare planning; evaluation of programs and services. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into the program.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 408 Field Instruction II (5 credits) Hours: 5 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in SWK 406 is required.
Taught: Fall and spring
Continuation of field placement and additional 200 hours in a community social service agency. Application to advanced knowledge and skill in social work interventions. Participation in weekly seminar. Course restricted to Social Work majors accepted into program and consent of Field Director.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 450 Multicultural Issues (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
This is an upper-level undergraduate course focusing on multicultural awareness. Students are specifically encouraged to interact with those culturally different from themselves.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 455 Multicultural Family Experiences (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
The purpose of this course is for the learner to begin the process of understanding diverse family experiences. The interactions between individuals and their family members are understood within their environmental and cultural context. Finally, students will learn to develop interventions with the families as participants instead of clients.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 460 Ethics and Advocacy (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
The value and ethical dimensions of social work practice, and the responsibilities of individual professional practitioners must be viewed within the context of society’s responsibility for the well-being of all its members. This course pays particular attention to situations in which social workers face ethical dilemmas in promoting client and family well-being, and decision-making. Through the activities and assignments of this course, students are prepared to understand the role of ethics in the profession of social work and the ethical decision making process. Particular attention is paid to the intersection between ethics and advocacy.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 494 Special Topics: Bachelor of Social Work (1-6 credits) Hours: 1-6 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in social work major or department permission.
Taught: Variable, check with department
A specific aspect of social work offered for BSW students. May be repeated for additional credit, up to 12 semester hours, when topic varies. Additional pre-requisites may apply and varies by topic. See Schedule of Classes for current topic, offerings, and prerequisites.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 12
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SWK 499 Independent Study (1-6 credits) Hours: 1-6 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.
Taught: Variable, check with department
Individual readings, research, or field-based course developed by the student in consultation with instructor and approved by department chair prior to registration.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6
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SWK 510 Child Abuse (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
Historical and contemporary perspectives; etiology, assessment, and intervention; differential and complementary roles of professions; approaches to prevention and treatment.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 515 Introduction to Child Maltreatment (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall only
Course designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to child abuse and neglect from a social work perspective. This course is the first of two specific course requirements for the child welfare certification available through Northern Kentucky University and the Department for Community Bases Services (DCBS).
Repeatable: No
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SWK 516 Child Welfare 2: Interventions (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into social work program and PCWCP project.
Taught: Spring only
Course is second requirement for the Public Welfare Certification. Students will learn about various practice skills and treatment interventions related to social work with abused/neglected children and their families. Students will have several opportunities to develop their own skills through a variety of teaching methods.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 520 Services to Women (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
Impact of the feminist movement on the delivery of services and the development of assertiveness training, peer counseling, and self-help.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 522 The Mindful Helping Professional (1-4 credits) Hours: 1-4 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or higher
Taught: Fall and spring
This course for helping professionals introduces themes and practices in Mindfulness. Self-paced modules help students explore and incorporate mindfulness characteristics in oneself and others.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 523 The Mindful Leader (3 Credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior or graduate standing
Taught: Fall and spring
This online course for current and future leaders introduces themes and practices in Mindfulness. Self-paced modules help learners explore and incorporate mindfulness characteristics in oneself, others, and in leadership. The course is open to graduates and undergraduates in all majors.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 525 Substance Use and Abuse (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
Various categories of drugs; treatment and rehabilitation programs; ways of developing and implementing drug education programs.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 565 Compassion, Empathy and Forgiveness (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
This is an upper-level undergraduate or graduate on-line course focusing on the meanings of compassion, empathy and forgiveness and the relationship of these concepts to social justice issues.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 566 Crisis Intervention (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
This introductory course is designed to train students in the theories related to providing crisis intervention to a variety of client populations and the skills needed to provide proficient crisis intervention. Techniques/skills are based on the most up-to-date evidence informed practice.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 567 Mental Health Assessment (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Declared Social Work major or Graduate standing or consent of department.
Taught: Fall only
This course employs a Competency-Based Assessment model of evaluating and treating people with mental health issues. This course is designed for the Bachelors level and Graduate level student to better understand mental health diagnoses. This course will not qualify students to make mental health diagnoses.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 568 Family-Directed Structural Therapy (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Declared Social Work major or Graduate standing or consent of department.
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course introduces students to the theoretical origins and evolution of Family-Directed Structural Therapy. Students are challenged to think critically about approaching families as a guide rather than expert. Students will receive training in the use of Family-Directed Structural Assessment Tools, both as an initial intervention and ongoing intervention tool.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 571 Photography as a Social Change Agent (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Declared Social Work major or Graduate standing or consent of department.
Taught: Winter Only
This course examines social problems through photography and storytelling. Photovoice is a participatory action research method that allows individuals to express their views and concerns from a contextual and cultural viewpoint. This course is experiential in nature; students will identify, research, and explore social problems and concerns from the perspectives of those impacted by such issues.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 572 Forensic Social Work (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Declared Social Work major or Graduate standing or consent of department.
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course provides an overview of forensic social work practice and theory. It illustrates skills for working with diverse populations and settings, such as community, medical, school, child welfare, mental health/addictions, and juvenile/criminal justice settings. The course focuses on theoretical frameworks relevant to client populations affected by legal issues.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 573 Mental Health and Ethnic Minorities (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Declared Social Work major or Graduate standing or consent of department.
Taught: Variable, check with department
This course is designed to give the student an introduction to the prevalence, incidences, and manifestation of mental health disorders among ethnic minority groups.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 574 Spirituality in Social Work (3 Credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of department.
Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
An exploration of spirituality as it relates to the profession of social work. It differentiates spirituality from religion and explores how these two concepts support and conflict with each other. It provides a framework for the clarification of the learner’s values, provides opportunities for the continuing acquisition of knowledge of diverse spiritual traditions, and encourages the development of spirituality-sensitive practice interventions. A number of concepts under the definition of spirituality are explored with an emphasis on the many ways spirituality can be used in a variety of social work practice settings.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 575 Focus on Techniques and Skills in Social Work (3 Credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of department.
Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
Demonstrates specific skills for collecting high quality information from clients, uncovering the deep structure (the story beneath the story) of client communication, building and maintaining rapport and specific techniques for helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. Aids students in discovery of what internal states, beliefs and values prevent the client from achieving the desired outcomes, and learn techniques to overcome or by-pass those obstacles.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 576 Social Work and the Law (3 credits) Hours: 3 Classroom + 0 Lab Studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior or Graduate standing.
Taught: Variable, check with department.
This course examines the basic legal principles and topics, and the relationship of the legal system to the social work profession. Social work knowledge needed to work within the court system are addressed. Topics include: child welfare, crime and delinquency, mental health and the regulation of social work practice.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 578 Aging and Mental Health (3 credits) Hours: 3 Classroom + 0 Lab Studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or higher OR department permission.
Taught: Variable, check with department.
This course integrates theories and practice skills needed for effective clinical practice involving older adults and mental health. Students receive a synopsis of gerontology, theoretical models for understanding mental disorders in older adults, and an examination of mental disorders in later life, with a focus on diagnosis, assessment, and treatment.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 579 Gerontology (3 credits) Hours: 3 Classroom + 0 Lab Studio
Prerequisite(s): Junior or higher or graduate standing
Taught: Fall
This course examines a broad range of theories and contemporary issues in aging that relate to social work practice with older adults and their families. Domains of inquiry include biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives of aging. Students apply the evidence-based practice to the theories and issues that impact aging.
Repeatable: No
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SWK 592 Directed Research: Social Work (0-6 credits) Hours: 0-6 Classroom + 0 Lab Studio
Prerequisite(s): Department Permission
Taught: Variable, check with department
Original research in social work directed by a member of the Social Work faculty.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15
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SWK 594 Topics: Issues in Social Welfare (1-3 credits) Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Variable, check with department
A specific aspect of social welfare practice or social welfare concern. See Schedule of Classes for current offerings and prerequisites.
Repeatable: Yes
If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 12
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SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology - SB (3 credits) Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
Sociology is the scientific study of society. More specifically, it is the study of ways in which humans construct meanings and organize social relationships and activities. This discipline seeks to develop students’ ability to observe and think critically about their own and other societies and to become more sensitive to behavioral and value differences among people (which powerfully shape attitudes and opinions). Serious students of sociology will learn that sociological concepts, theories, and methods are powerful analytical tools for making connections between personal problems and larger social issues and for understanding how local, regional, national and global communities are intertwined. Such understanding and skills will facilitate decision-making and constructive ethical and responsible action to address the issues we face today.
Repeatable: No
General Education Credit: Individual and Society, Global Viewpoints
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