Course Descriptions

PED 127 - Jogging (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Have knowledge of fundamental skills, techniques, related to jogging.
2. Have proficiency in execution of skills covered.
3. Have an understanding of strategies, safety and etiquette associated with jogging.
4. Have an understanding of the mental and physical health benefits to be derived from jogging.
5. Have an appropriate level of proficiency in personal health as it relates to components such as cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, body composition, balance, coordination and agility.

PED 130 - Karate (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate up to 6 basic kicking techniques as explained.
2. Demonstrate up to 6 basic striking techniques as explained.
3. Demonstrate up to 4 basic blocking techniques as explained.
4. Demonstrate up to 6 basic elbow techniques as explained.
5. Demonstrate 3 basic sparring drills.
6. Perform basic stances and footwork.
7. Identify and execute up to 10self dense forms.
8. Identify and perform basic kata/form.

PED 135 - Jazz Dance I (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of Dance Terminology and Basic Positions.
2. Understand basic dance techniques.
3. Demonstrate and incorporate an understanding of proper stretching techniques.
4. Understand and utilize proper warm ups.
5. Incorporate proper dance class etiquette.
6. Understand and incorporate dance composition basics in small group studies.
7. Master various steps and connect movement into short combinations.
8. Demonstrate an understanding of the use of parallel and turned out positions.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of proper core work.
10. Critically analyze various dance forms (jazz dance) through observation and writing.

PED 140 - Dance Pilates (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate proper breathing techniques.
2. Identify a series of appropriate warming up exercises.
3. Perform correct maneuvers and sequence of exercises that strengthen muscles and increase flexibility and cardiovascular function.
4. Recognize when over-exertion and overuse can occur and take steps to avoid injury.
5. Show how to go through a proper cool down.

PED 141 - Yoga (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate proficiency at the poses covered in class (at the beginner level).
2. Increase their dynamic flexibility.
3. Identify some of the major muscles used in a given pose.
4. List the correct progressions into a given pose.

PED 144 - Aerobics (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. List and explain the components and importance of a proper warm up for aerobic exercise.
2. Know how to build a bell curve with appropriate exercises.
3. Show ways to increase and decrease intensity in aerobic exercise using PLERUTT.
4. Identify the importance of a target heart rate, know how and when to take a THR during Aerobic exercise.

PED 146 - Aerobics (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Explain the importance of a warm up.
2. Identify their target Heart rate, and know how to take their HR during aerobic exercise.
3. Demonstrate and explain ways to increase and decrease heart rate and intensity during aerobic exercise.
4. Recognize the signs of over exertion, overuse and injury and what to do.

PED 150 - Personal Nutrition

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Explain the role of nutrients in the human body.
2. Apply knowledge of nutrition to a personal life style, nutrition plan, weight control and activity, and/ or athletic performance.
3. Explain the relationship between diet and: Health, disease and weight control.
4. Make a personal assessment of their dietary practices and proposals.
5. Identify claims regarding food and additives.
6. Apply the concepts of reliable research and consumer behaviors to one’s advantage.

PED 160 - History and Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the notable leaders, educators and philosophies in the area of study.
2. Write or orally present an analysis of current issues and future trends in Physical Education and Sport.
3. Write or orally present an analysis of basic issues and concepts of Kinesiology.
4. Formulate and orally present an in depth research paper of career options in Health, Physical Education, Fitness, Exercise Science or Recreation and Dance the student is considering.
5. Demonstrate how current technology is applied to Kinesiology.

PED 161 - Sport and Society

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of important concepts, methods and theoretical approaches that define this sub-discipline, in essays, exams or presentations.
2. Apply a sociological perspective to sport as a socio-cultural phenomenon, and examine the often-controversial relationships between race, gender, class, and sexuality and the institution of sport.  They will do so in essays, exams, and presentations.
3. Analyze the social, political, cultural and historical context of sport in the United States and other societies.  They will do so in essay, exams and presentations.

PED 162 - Personal and Community Health

 

Credits: 3
Cross-listed
HST 162
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify factors to promote health/wellness for individuals and the community.
2. Identify factors which impede health/wellness for individuals and the community.
3. Identify steps to improve personal safety, and to prevent violence and injury.
4. Locate and analyze current events related to community health topics.
5. Assess their individual levels of wellness; identifying lifestyle changes they intend to make to improve their overall wellness.

PED 168 - Exploring Healthy Lifestyles

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Discuss all of the factors in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
2. Attend an exercise class on the SUNY Broome Campus.
3. Complete a 1 mile run.
4. Perform 10 pushups and 10 sit-ups.
5. Do stretching exercises and learn their importance in injury prevention.
6. Learn the wellness value of regular exercise.

PED 169 - Tennis (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Grip-(forehand, backhand, service and volley)
2. Ready position, hitting position.
3. Know the execution of forehand, backhand, volley and serve.
4. Know the execution of volley.
5. Serve the play in to play.
6. Learn proper tennis scoring and appropriate terminology.
7. Learn and execute proper pre-match warm-up.

PED 171 - Principles of Training and Conditioning

1. The course will provide to students a better understanding of the components of a healthy and fit lifestyle.
2. The course will provide to students a better understanding of the relationships among functioning systems and improved skill in the application of the principles of training and conditioning in an effort to improve those systems.
3. The course will assist students in assessing their own personal fitness levels and in developing their own personal life-long fitness programs.

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Better recognize, understand, and relate to the material presented.
2. Have developed their own personal life-long fitness programs that reflect the material presented.

PED 172 - Volleyball (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the rules and regulations of volleyball.
2. Execute the basic skills of volleyball: forearm pass, set, and (underhand) serve in a game like setting.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of correct skill selection and decision making-making abilities.
4. Facilitate game- play in controlled environment.
5. Work cooperatively as a small group as well as with the larger class as a whole.
6. Work to challenge each other to improve their skills in a competitive and cooperative environment.

PED 173 - Fitness Walking (CV)

Totally online class requires each student to have a FitBit.

Credits: (1-1/2)
Hours
12 Class Hours, 33 Laboratory Hours
Note
CV=cardiovascular

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Apply the components of an effective physical fitness program, utilizing walking as a primary activity.
2. Improve physical conditioning by participating in a regular walking program.
3. Perform basic fitness walking techniques.
4. Apply proper technique to set pacing for safe and effective walking for fitness.
5. Understand the importance of a balanced lifestyle and the role wellness plays in it.

PED 175 - Weight Training

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Complete a 1 mile run.
2. Perform 20 pushups and 20 sit-ups.
3. Complete 2 circuits of training in the weight room each class.
4. Do workouts with dumbbells and free weights.
5. Learn the wellness value of regular exercise.

PED 181 - Adventure Activities (CV)

1. To promote decision making and problem solving within a group.
2. To participate in a wide variety of non-stereotypical Physical Education activities.
3. To demonstrate leadership and group skills necessary to communicate and complete assigned low-level activities as a group.
4. To be able to modify adventure activities effectively for presentation to diverse populations.
5. To develop and demonstrate professional behaviors and practices.

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Show awareness of safety in a variety of settings.
2. Explain the importance of having the proper clothing and footwear for each activity or setting.
3. Develop a fitness plan that includes all areas of fitness.
4. Modify activities for diverse populations.
5. Write and implement lessons plans, using the available facilities and equipment.

PED 187 - Team Sports

1. Demonstrate basic skills in volleyball, football, basketball, and softball, as measured through a skills test.
2. Possess a minimum competency in their understanding of all four team sports, including rules, procedures, safety, and instructions by applying them in practice and in theory.
3. Describe a variety of developmentally appropriate progressions and modified games for each sport.
4. Demonstrate sportsmanship and respect for others in class and throughout practice time.

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify and execute proper techniques and skills in four different team sports.
2. Improve muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance.
3. Demonstrate and model proper educational techniques for fitness-based team sports.
4. Recognize and identify correct and effective performance skills in all four team sports.

PED 188 - Rhythms and Dance (CV)

1. Recognize and perform the basic locomotor movements, combinations, and dances correctly.
2. Develop an appreciation for dance through the use of music, choreography, and language.
3. Explain and justify the importance of dance in a physical education curriculum.
4. Exhibit professional and responsible behavior that reflects a commitment to and respect for the profession.

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Choreograph and perform a dance piece, expressing a message or emotion using a dance form which would best suit their body of work.
2. Demonstrate and perform developmentally appropriate movement combinations, rhythms, games, and dances.
3. Write an essay exploring the importance of the cultural history of dance.

PED 207 - Women’s Varsity Lacrosse

Each participant will be expected to show and demonstrate skill and improvement in the following topics:

1. teamwork concepts
2. passing
3. catching
4. cradling
5. field rules
6. team defense
7. checking
8. clears
9. fast breaks
10. team offense and scoring
11. women’s lacrosse etiquette
12. safety of fellow players

PED 210 - Exercise Assistant Internship

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  PED 119 Solutions in Fitness

 

Credits: 1.5
Hours
45 total for internship
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Effectively describe job training, job duties and responsibilities.
2. Investigate and report on procedures followed for employee training, evaluation and advancement.
3. Describe in depth exactly what was learned within the professional experience.
4. Describe and track in writing a personal log of experiences, professional development and personal challenges and successes.
5. Apply skills from professional learning to career experience.

PED 269 - Tennis II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate consistency in their basic skills of forehand, backhand, volley, and serve.
2. Execute a slice, lob, and overhead, and utilize each in play.
3. Pass a quiz recalling the rules for a singles and a doubles game.
4. Employ learned singles strategies during a game.
5. Employ learned doubles strategies during a game.

PHI 102 - General Philosophy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the major areas of study in philosophy.
2. Describe some of the major theories of metaphysics in Western philosophy.
3. Describe some of the major theories of epistemology in Western philosophy.
4. Describe some of the major ethical theories in Western philosophy.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental conventions of philosophical argument.

PHI 201 - Ethics: Moral Philosophy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe the general scope of moral philosophy.
2. Identify some of the major classical theories in moral philosophy.
3. Identify some of the major contemporary perspectives on moral philosophy.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental conventions of argument in moral philosophy.

PHI 203 - Philosophical Issues in American Education

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the historical importance of the philosophy of education in American education.
2. Explain the individual philosophies of the major educational philosophers.
3. Identify the philosophies that influence educational reform in American schooling.
4. Interpret current American educational policy.

PHI 206 - Social and Political Philosophy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe the scope of social and political philosophy.
2. Identify some of the major classical theories of social and political philosophy.
3. Identify some of the modern theories of social and political philosophy.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental conventions of argument in social and political philosophy.

PHI 299 - Independent Study: Philosophy

Course outcomes will be determined by the instructor with the consent of the department chair and Dean of Liberal Arts.

PHS 112 - Interactions with the Natural World

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Distinguish among the following:  theory, hypothesis, inference, observation.
2. Formulate hypotheses about phenomena under discussion; design and perform simple experiments to test the hypothesis; analyze and interpret data from the experiment to support or refute the hypothesis.
3. Describe the components and organization of our solar system and understand the scale of planetary distances and sizes in our solar system.
4. Describe some major conditions necessary to develop and sustain life on an astronomical body.
5. Plot a scale diagram of Earth’s geologic history and recognize the interdependence of geologic, meteorologic and biologic events along this time line.
6. Describe and demonstrate the changes in daylight during a year and explain the reasons for these changes; describe adaptations of organisms to daylight and darkness and to seasons.
7. Describe the temperature and pressure characteristics of Earth’s atmosphere and list its component gases and their major functions.
8. Distinguish between the processes of photosynthesis and respiration and describe simple experiments which can demonstrate each process.
9. Describe how heat is transferred within and to the atmosphere and to Earth’s surface; describe major factors which affect the heating of Earth’s surface.
10. Describe and perform the main physical tests and observations necessary to identify rocks and minerals.
11. Distinguish between plant and animal cells and describe the main components of both.
12. Discuss the evolution of Earth in terms of biologic change and in terms of plate tectonics.
13. Complete projects to investigate characteristics of plants and animals.

PHS 116 - Global Warming: Energy and the Environment

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Use the concept of rates to describe various processes and problems.
2. Define velocity, acceleration and displacement.
3. List Newton’s Laws of motion and predict motion of objects using Newton’s Laws.
4. Define and use the concepts of work and energy to solve problems.
5. Use the concept of a model.
6. Describe and solve problems using the concepts of gravity, electric charge, and magnetic force.
7. Describe the origin and treatment for particulate and gaseous air pollution.
8. Define and use the basic principles of thermodynamics to describe the operation of various plants and the treatment of thermal pollution.
9. Describe the operation of a nuclear power plant and the possible consequences thereof.
10. Describe the energy technology of the future and the possible consequences thereof.
11. List and discuss the problems associated with the alternatives to conventional motor vehicles.
12. Describe a sound wave, the human ear, and noise pollution.
13. Discuss the prospects for mass transportation.
14. Describe remote sensing of materials.
15. Discuss the prospects for materials recycling.

PHS 117 - Exploring Everyday Phenomena

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Make length, area, and volume measurements using standard metric units.
2. Understand and be able to find the density of various types of materials.
3. Understand and give evidence for the idea that matter consists of tiny particles called atoms.
4. Understand the basic properties of solids, liquids, and gases.
5. Understand that energy comes in many forms, is conserved, and may be converted from one form to another, but that the conversion will involve some losses in useful energy.
6. Describe methods of heat transfer:  conduction, convection and radiation.
7. Describe the operation of and the work, force, distance relationships involved in simple machines.
8. Understand the results of simple experiments in electrostatics and magnetism.
9. Understand the components of electrical circuits and be able to wire simple circuits.

PHS 291 - Special Topics in Physical Science

Learning outcomes will be developed depending on the area of study.

PHS 292 - Special Topics in Physical Science

Learning outcomes will be developed depending on the area of study.

PHS 293 - Special Topics in Physical Science

Learning outcomes will be developed depending on the area of study.

PHS 298 - Physical Science Senior Seminar

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to search a scientific journal database for information specific to their interest.
2. Understand how to read and interpret scientific paper.
3. Demonstrate the ability to convey complicated topics in an understandable way to their peers.
4. Summarize the information learned from an oral presentation and ask relevant questions.
5. Conduct a formal presentation on a current topic in physical science.

PHY 090 - Preparatory Physics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to understand and apply the basic concepts and models of physics to experiments and applications related to the real world.
2. Perform calculations with inputs of differing accuracy and state the result with the appropriate number of significant figures.
3. Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of data measurement, units, and unit conversions.

PHY 118 - Physics for Physical Therapist Assistants

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Discriminate between fundamental and derived units of measurement.
2. State an appropriate SI unit for each physical quantity studied throughout the course.
3. Measure physical quantities in laboratory.
4. Perform a mathematical analysis of experimental data and graphs.
5. Solve algebraic motion problems.
6. State Newton’s laws of motion.
7. Solve simple problems using Newton’s Second Law.
8. Define mass in terms of inertia and discriminate between weight and mass.
9. Solve problems involving equilibrium of forces and equilibrium of torques.
10. Relate equilibrium concepts to common physical therapy practices.
11. Solve equilibrium problems which include a buoyant force.
12. Define concepts of work and power.
13. Distinguish among gravitational potential energy, kinetic energy, and elastic potential energy.
14. State the work energy theorem and conditions under which it leads to conservation of total mechanical energy.
15. Solve problems using the work energy theorem, or the law of conservation of energy, where appropriate.
16. Distinguish between temperature and heat.
17. Solve problems involving thermal equilibrium and heat transfer.
18. Describe the present theory of the composition of matter in terms of the Standard Model of Elementary Particles.
19. Define charge in terms of its consequences, using Coulomb’s Law.
20. Name the electrostatic force and the gravitational force as two examples of an inverse-square law.
21. Define current, voltage, and resistance.
22. Graphically illustrate the difference between the time dependencies of DC and AC voltages.
23. Use Ohm’s Law to solve simple problems.
24. State the relationship between voltage, current, and electrical power.
25. Compute electric power, electric energy, and cost of operation of ordinary household appliances.
26. Solve simple problems about circuits containing series and parallel resistor combinations.
27. Know how to connect an ammeter, a voltmeter, a fuse, and a circuit breaker into an electric circuit.
28. Define open and short, and state the consequence of having each in a series or in a parallel circuit.
29. State the function and purpose of a capacitor and name devices which use capacitors.
30. Identify the function of a transformer.
31. Define electric and magnetic fields.
32. Describe the phenomenon of electromagnetic induction.
33. Describe the principle of operation of an electric generator.
34. Use the mathematical relationships among wavelength, period, frequency, and speed to solve problems.
35. Distinguish among the parts of the electromagnetic spectrum on the basis of wavelength, frequency, and energy.
36. Compute the energy of electromagnetic radiation given either its frequency or wavelength.
37. Describe the relationship between electromagnetic energy and transitions between electron energy levels.

PHY 161 - Physics I: Mechanics and Heat

 

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Write and solve algebraic motion (Newton’s laws of motion) problems.
2. Solve problems involving the equilibrium of forces and torques using simultaneous equations.
3. Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of data measurement, units, and unit conversions.
4. Solve problems involving gravitational potential energy, and conservation of total mechanical energy.
5. Solve problems involving thermal equilibrium and heat transfer.

PHY 162 - Physics II: Wave Motion, Electromagnetism, and Atomic Physics

 

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Solve problems involving the reflection, refraction, and dispersion of waves, and geometrical optics.
2. Describe the phenomena of interference, diffraction, and polarization.
3. Solve problems involving the flow of electrical charge and the transfer of electric energy in single-loop and in multi-loop circuits.
4. Use basic concepts of relativity to solve problems involving high-speed motion.
5. Describe the processes of radioactive decay, and solve problems with the idea of radioactive half-life, the processes of nuclear fission and fusion, and nuclear reactions.

PHY 181 - Physics for Engineers & Scientists I: Mechanics and Thermodynamics

Corequisite:  MAT 182 Calculus II (preferred)

Prior or Concurrent:  MAT 181 Calculus I

 

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Compute vector sums, scalar products, and vector cross products.
2. Use energy and work-energy principle to solve mechanics problems with constant and position-dependent forces.
3. Solve problems involving the equilibrium of forces and torques using simultaneous equations.
4. Solve problems involving gravitational potential energy, kinetic energy, and elastic potential energy, and conservation of total mechanical energy.
5. Solve projectile and circular motions, using elementary differential and integral calculus.
6. Solve problems involving thermal equilibrium and heat transfer.

PHY 182 - Physics for Engineers & Scientists II: Sound, Light, Electricity and Magnetism

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Analyze questions and problems involving Coulomb’s Law.
2. Utilize the concept of electric field strength in solving problems involving point charges and charge distributions.
3. Find the electric field of symmetrical charge distributions by use of Gauss’ Law.
4. Compute the capacitance of an object and the effects of dielectrics on that capacitance.
5. Calculate the energy stored in individual capacitors and in groups.
6. Calculate the magnetic field using the Biot-Savart Law and Ampere’s Law for various cases.
7. Calculate the magnetic force and torque on a circuit or circuit element.
8. Apply Faraday’s Law to the solution of problems involving time-varying magnetic flux.
9. Calculate the value of self-inductance of various objects and the effect of an inductor in a circuit.
10. Solve DC circuits and single loop AC circuits.
11. Calculate such characteristics as wavelength, frequency and wave speed for any wave and write a wave function appropriate for that wave which can be shown to obey the appropriate wave equation.
12. Calculate the wavelength, frequency and speed of standing waves in string and for resonant air columns in tubes open at one or both ends.
13. Solve problems involving simple harmonic motion with analyses based on ordinary second order differential equations.
14. Solve problems involving the intensity of sound waves and the Doppler effect as applied to sound waves.
15. Solve geometric optics problems involving mirrors and lenses.
16. Solve problems involving the reflection, refraction, diffraction and interference of waves.
17. Compute thin film thickness necessary for various interference effects.
18. Communicate effectively in laboratory reports, following accepted reporting formats to present laboratory results cogently and succinctly.

PHY 281 - Physics for Engineers & Scientists III

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Distinguish between the photoelectrical effect, Compton effect, and pair production.
2. Solve problems involving x-rays and electron diffraction.
3. Interpret de Broglie waves in terms of probability distribution.
4. Use the Schrödinger equation to give a quantum description of a confined particle.
5. Give an account of Rutherford scattering and use Bohr’s postulates to solve problems in atomic physics.
6. Describe quantization of angular moments.
7. Explain the normal and anomalous Zeeman effects and describe the Stern-Gerlach experiment.
8. Describe the principles of nuclear radiation measuring devices and high energy accelerators.
9. Explain the contributions to nuclear binding energy.
10. Derive radioactive growth and decay laws.
11. Explain simple decay schemes.
12. Describe methods of neutron production, velocity measurement, and moderation.
13. Solve problems of relativistic motion.

PMD 211 - Foundations in Advanced Prehospital Care

General Prerequisites:  a currently valid New York State EMT certificate, field experience, and successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 Human Biology I and BIO 132 Human Biology II.  Course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently.

Co-requisite:  If successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 Human Biology I and BIO 132 Human Biology has not been accomplished then course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently which at BCC is the BIO 131 Human Biology I and 132 Human Biology II sequence.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours; 1.5 Laboratory Hours; 2 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1. List the roles and responsibilities of personnel within an EMS system, and how these roles and responsibilities differ.
2. Write the importance of personal wellness and wellbeing of the EMS provider.
3. Justify how to serve as a healthy role model for peers.
4. Consistently demonstrate safe and effective behaviors in the initial response phase of an emergency.
5. Consistently demonstrate collecting and documenting a thorough and accurate field patient history and subjective assessment.
6. Consistently perform and document efficient field medical and trauma patient physical assessments.
7. Discuss general cellular physiology and pathophysiology including acid-base balance.
8. Consistently demonstrate safe and efficient establishment and maintenance of a patient’s airway.
9. Consistently demonstrate safe and appropriate ventilation of a patient including ongoing assessment of oxygenation.
10. Safely and precisely obtain access to the venous circulation.
11. Safely and precisely administer medications.
12. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently formulate and implement a treatment plan for the patient with respiratory problems.

PMD 212 - Advanced Prehospital Care of Cardiovascular & Special Population Patients

General prerequisites include:  a currently valid New York State EMT certificate, field experience, and successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 Human Biology I and BIO 132 Human Biology II.  Course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently.

Co-requisite:  If successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 Human Biology I and BIO 132 Human Biology II has not been accomplished then course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently which at BCC is the BIO 131 Human Biology I and 132 Human Biology II sequence.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class hours; 1.5 Lab Hours; 2 Clinical hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1.  Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient with:
          a.  A cardiovascular emergency
          b.  A gynecological emergency
2.  Describe the anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system.
3.  Consistently demonstrate assessment and management of a patient experiencing normal or abnormal labor and delivery.
4.  Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the:
          a.  Neonatal patient
          b.  Pediatric patient
5.  Recognize and evaluate hazardous material emergencies, call for appropriate resources, and safely manage patients in the cold zone.

PMD 213 - Advanced Prehospital Trauma Care

• Successful completion of PMD 212 or permission of the instructor
• A currently valid New York State EMT certificate including field experience
• Successful completion of BIO 131 and BIO 132.  BIO 131 or BIO 132 may be taken concurrently

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1. Restate primary injury prevention strategies as an effective way to reduce death, disabilities and health care costs.
2. Analyze human hazards at a crime scene and from a potentially violent patient.
3. Describe safe and minimally intrusive operations at crime scenes.
4. Safely manage a patient who is he victim of a sexual assault recognizing the patient’s physical and emotional needs along with the preservation of the crime scene evidence.
5. Consistently demonstrate safe ambulance operation.
6. Consistently demonstrate simple triage and rapid transport principles at a mass casualty incident.
7. Integrate principles of injury kinematics to enhance patient assessment and predict the likelihood of injuries.
8. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for:

          a.  Shock (hypoperfusion)
          b.  Hemorrhage
          c.  Suspected or obvious head injury
          d.  Face injury
          e.  Suspected or obvious neck injury
          f.   Suspected or obvious spinal injury
          g.  Thoracic injury
          h.  Suspected or obvious abdominal injury
          i.   Burn injury

PMD 214 - Advanced Prehospital Care of Medical Emergencies

• Successful completion of PMD 213 or permission of the instructor
• A currently valid New York State EMT certificate including required field experience
• Successful completion of BIO 131 and BIO 132.  BIO 131 or BIO 132 may be taken concurrently

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1.  Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient with:
          a.  A seizure
          b.  A cerebral vascular accident
          c.  A transient ischemic attack
          d.  A diabetic emergency
          e.  An acute coronary syndrome of various etiologies
          f.  A neurological problem
          g.  An endocrine problem
          h.  A toxic substance exposure
           i.  An environmentally induced or exacerbated medical condition
           j.  An allergic reaction
          k.  An anaphylactic reaction
2.  Consistently demonstrate safe, empathetic competence in caring for patients with behavioral emergencies.

PMD 221 - Paramedic Foundations and Comprehensive Physical Exam

For EMS providers at the EMT level general prerequisites include:  A currently valid New York State EMT certificate, field experience, and successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132.  Course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently.

For EMS providers at the Critical Care level (bridge students) must have completed BIO 131 & 132 or its equivalent, present 100 “in charge” ALS calls within the past 5 years, and demonstrate skills and knowledge at the Critical Care level in a qualifying examination.

Co-requisite:  If successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132 has not been accomplished then course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently which at BCC is the BIO 131 and 132 sequence.

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class hours; 1.5 Laboratory hours; 3 Clinical hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes for this course:

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1. Recognize, classify, and determine proper management of the types of shock.
2. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with pharmacology knowledge and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement an appropriate pharmacologic management plan.
3. Consistently apply therapeutic communication principles to effectively communicate with any patient while providing care.
4. Recall and integrate physiological, psychological, and sociological changes throughout human development with assessment and communication strategies for patients of all ages.
5. Recognize, classify, and properly manage a difficult patient airway including:
     a.  Surgical establishment of a patient airway
     b.  Use of capnography to assess and adjust the ventilation of a patient
6. Integrate appropriate alternative techniques to obtain a patient’s medical history.
7. Explain the pathophysiological significance of normal and key abnormal physical exam findings.
8. Consistently integrate advanced principles of history taking and physical exam techniques to perform a comprehensive patient assessment.
9. Consistently and accurately collect, organize and state patient information in verbal form, either in person or over the radio following accepted formats.
10.  Consistently and accurately collect, organize, and clearly write patient information on patient documentation forms.

PMD 222 - Paramedic Care of Cardiovascular & Special Patient Populations

For EMS providers at the EMT level general prerequisites include:  A currently valid New York State EMT certificate, field experience, and successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132.  Course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently.

For EMS providers at the Critical Care level (bridge students) must have completed PMD 221 & 221L.

Co-requisite:  If successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132 has not been accomplished then course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently which at BCC is the BIO 131 and 132 sequence.

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class hours; 1.5 Laboratory hours; 3 Clinical hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes for this course:

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1. Systematically apply accepted clinical decision making skills to formulate a field impression and treatment plan.
2. Consistently integrate advanced diagnostic techniques and skills for the patient with cardiovascular disease.
3. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the unique emergencies of the:

          a.  Geriatric patient
          b.  Pediatric patient
          c.  Patient who has sustained abuse or assault

PMD 223 - Paramedic Trauma Care

• Successful completion of PMD 222 or permission of the instructor
• A currently valid New York State EMT certificate including required field experience
• Successful completion of BIO 131 and BIO 132.  BIO 131 or BIO 132 may be taken concurrently
• EMS providers at the Critical Care level (bridge students) must have completed both BIO 131 and 132, presented 100 “in charge” ALS calls within the past 5 years, and demonstrate skills and knowledge a the Critical Care level in a qualifying examination.

 

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class hours; 1.5 Laboratory hours; 3 Clinical hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of this course:

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1.  Describe the paramedic’s professional and community responsibilities with respect to:
          a.  Continuing education
          b.  Continuous EMS improvement
          c.  Injury prevention
2.  Recall and discuss common out-of-hospital issues with respect to:
          a.  Laws and regulations
          b.  Medical ethics
          c.  Personal ethics
          d.  On- and off-line medical control
          e.  Patient advocacy
3.  Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient with:
          a.  Multi-system trauma
          b.  Extensive soft tissue trauma
          c.  Suspected spinal injury
          d.  Complex musculoskeletal injury

PMD 224 - Paramedic Care of Medical Emergencies

For EMS providers at the EMT level general prerequisites include:  A currently valid New York State EMT certificate, field experience, and successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132.  Course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently.

For EMS providers at the Critical Care level (bridge students) must have completed PMD 223 & 223L.

Co-requisite:  If successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132 has not been accomplished then course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently which at BCC is the BIO 131 and 131 sequence.

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class hours; 1.5 Laboratory hours; 3 Clinical hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes for this course:

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1. Describe the components of the body’s physical barriers, immune and inflammatory systems and their responses when activated.
2. Recall the body’s response to acute and chronic stress.
3. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient with:

          a.  A neurological problem
          b.  An endocrine problem
          c.  An allergic or anaphylactic reaction
          d.  A gastroenterological problem
          e.  A renal or urologic problem
          f.  A toxic substance exposure
          g.  A hematopoietic system disease
          h.  An environmentally induced or exacerbated medical condition

PMD 225 - Paramedic Operations, Pediatric Emergencies, Integrated Care

Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1.  Synthesize pathophysiological and psychosocial principles to adapt the assessment and treatment plan for diverse patients and those who face physical, mental, social and financial challenges.
2.  Describe various special medical devices that might be encountered while caring for an acute chronic care patient and explain how to trouble shoot common devices.
3.  Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for:
          a.  Acute deterioration of a chronic care patient
          b.  Common complaints
          c.  Acute pediatric patient
4.  Restate standards and guidelines that help ensure safe and effective ground and air medical transport.
5.  Describe and be able to implement the principles of rescue operations to safely rescue a patient from:
          a.  Water
          b.  Hazardous atmospheres
          c.  Trenches
          d.  Highways
          e.  Hazardous terrain

POS 111 - Public Policy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify theories used by policy scientists to study public policy.
2. Identify research methods used by policy scientists.
3. Compare and contrast a current local, state, or federal public policy with one in another U.S. or non-U.S. community.

POS 116 - International Business Environments

Upon successful completion of this course the student will able to:

1. Identify political theories used to study international business environments.
2. Identify research methods used to study international business environments.
3. Discuss political issues relevant to the study of international business environments.

POS 201 - Introduction to American Government

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the major theories used by political scientists to study American government.
2. Identify the major research methods used by political scientists to study American government.
3. Analyze political behavior using at least one of the major theories used by political scientists.
4. Discuss contemporary political issues from the political science perspective.

POS 203 - International Relations

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the major theories used by political scientists to study International Relations.
2. Identify the major research methods used by political scientists to study International Relations.
3. Analyze political behavior using at least one of the major theories used by political scientists.
4. Discuss contemporary political issues from the political science perspective.

POS 204 - American State and Local Government

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the major theories used by political scientists to study State and Local government.
2. Identify the major research methods used by political scientists to study State and Local government.
3. Analyze political behavior using at least one of the major theories used by political scientists.
4. Discuss contemporary political issues from the political science perspective.

POS 205 - Women and Politics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the major theories used by political scientists to study Women and Politics.
2. Identify the major research methods used by political scientists to study Women and Politics.
3. Analyze political behavior using at least one of the major theories used by political scientists.
4. Discuss contemporary political issues from the political science perspective.

POS 210 - Political Internship

 

Credits: 1-3
Hours
1 Class Hour, 2 Service Activities
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the major theories used by political scientists to study local government as they relate to internships.
2. Identify the major research methods used by political scientists to study local government as they relate to internships.
3. Analyze political behavior using at least one of the major theories used by political scientists.
4. Discuss contemporary local political issues from the political science perspective.

POS 299 - Independent Study

Course outcomes will be determined by the instructor with the consent of the department chair and Dean of Liberal Arts.

PSY 110 - General Psychology

 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of the methods psychologists use to explore psychological and social phenomena, such as observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, models and issues in the field of psychology.

PSY 210 - Human Development

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of the methods psychologists and social scientists use to explore developmental phenomena, such as observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of the field of human development.

PSY 211 - Child Development

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  PSY 110 General Psychology, ENG 110 College Writing I

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the psychological theories and models of child development.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of biological, psychological, cognitive and social processes in child development.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the research methods and ethical considerations appropriate for the study of child development.
4. Critically evaluate empirical evidence concerning child development.
5. Apply child development concepts to further the development and welfare of children in real-world settings.

PSY 212 - Adolescent Development

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the psychological theories and models of adolescents’ development.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of biological, cognitive, social, and psychological processes on adolescent development.
3. Critically evaluate empirical findings concerning adolescent development.
4. Consider ways to effectively apply theoretical concepts to interacting with adolescents in personal and/or professional settings.

PSY 214 - Abnormal Psychology

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  PSY 110 General Psychology

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe the concept of abnormality.
2. Describe the major diagnostic categories of mental disorders.
3. Understand and articulate the differences between the major theories currently used to explain causes and symptoms of mental disorders.
4. Distinguish between the varieties of approaches used to treat mental disorders.

PSY 217 - Introduction to Counseling Theory and Practice

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  PSY 110 General Psychology

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the therapeutic process and the practical elements of the counseling interaction.
2. Understand and distinguish between the various theoretical models of counseling.
3. Learn and practice listening and attending skills essential to the counseling process.
4. Appreciate the variety of ethical and professional issues in counseling and develop a personal position on these issues.
5. Apply five contrasting theories to specific cases.
6. Integrate theoretical and experiential learning in order to begin to develop a personal model of counseling.
7. Engage in self-assessment of personal qualities that support and hinder attempts at being therapeutic for others.

PSY 223 - Human Exceptionality and Its Assessment

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding and application of the facts, concepts, and theories associated with atypical development.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method in the study of behavior and the research methods used to gain knowledge about atypical development.
3. Critically evaluate research about human exceptionalities.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the etiologies associated with different exceptionalities.
5. Appreciate the various needs of individuals with exceptionalities throughout their lifespan.
6. Become familiar with local, state, and federal resources for parents, educators, and other professionals interested in the field of human exceptionality.
7. Identify and appreciate social and ethical issues associated with working with exceptional individuals.
8. Apply course concepts in personal, educational and professional settings dealing with exceptional individuals.

PSY 227 - Learning and Behavior

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  PSY 110 General Psychology

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a knowledge of behavioral orientation in psychology.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the explanations for behavior as postulated by behaviorists.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the historical and theoretical underpinnings of classical and operant learning theory.
4. Define basic terms and understand principles and processes associated with classical and operant learning theory and conditioning.
5. Describe the various methods used in behavioral research.
6. Utilize basic techniques of behavior change.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between classical and operant learning research findings, many of which are based on animal studies, and direct application to human behavior and its modification.

PSY 234 - Psychology of Addiction

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of addiction as a concept.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of various types of addictive behavior.
3. Integrate and apply information regarding how the central nervous system and other bodily systems process chemical substances.
4. Recognize the comprehensive impact of addiction on an individual’s overall well-being.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of addiction on the individual, family and society.
6. Apply information about various addiction treatment modalities.
7. Recognize the role that culture and the media have in relationship to addictive behavior.

PSY 240 - Psychology of Advertising

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the historical foundations of the psychology of advertising.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding advertising strategies currently in use.
3. Describe and analyze theories of motivation, perception and personality as each pertains to specific advertising campaigns.
4. Describe the rationale for market segmentation strategies through the analysis of consumer life-style and life-cycle theories and understand the rationale for utilizing both quantitative and qualitative analyses.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of theories of communication, such as encoding and decoding advertising messages.
6. Identify and explain examples of both classical and operant conditioning techniques utilized in advertising campaigns to affect consumer behavior.
7. Assess the importance of the diffusion of innovation in advertising and the psychological components of each market segment.
8. Demonstrate how advertising can be used to shape an individual’s perceptions of advertising messages.

PSY 255 - Forensic Psychology

1. This course is designed to familiarize students with the symptoms of clinical syndromes and the application of diagnostics to forensic populations.
2. Students will be exposed to the aspects of forensic psychology as a career.
3. This course is intended to develop student research and writing skills in the expected professional writing format for social and behavioral sciences and criminal justice (APA).

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Recognize, reflect on, and articulate (both orally and in writing) the scope of the field of forensic psychology including main terminology.
2.  Summarize major topics, theories, research and concepts in the discipline and explain the interaction between the fields of Criminal Justice and Psychology.
3.  Apply the principles learned in this course to practical experiences in the field specifically:

• Differentiate between the various disorders most common in the criminal justice system including the etiology, symptomology, and treatment.
• Effectively communicate with a variety of people involved in the criminal justice system including perpetrators, victims, and criminal justice personnel.
• Interpret ambiguous situations involving the accused and the accuser using knowledge of reasoning and behavior.

4.  Explain different aspects of crime, considering social, biological, cultural, and cognitive influences.
 

PSY 265 - Sport Psychology

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  PSY 110 General Psychology
 

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Through verbal or written communication, students will be able to list and describe definitions, distinctions, and proposed casual mechanisms of psychological theories that have been used to study human behavior in the context of sport.  For example, students will be able to compare similarities and differences between various personality theories, understand theories describing the development of personality, and how these personality theories apply to sports psychology.
2. Demonstrate how to apply theoretical knowledge to solve common problems that may be encountered in the field through written and verbal communication.
3. Show independent critical thinking and communicate these ideas both verbally and in writing by critically analyzing current research in the field.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the interdisciplinary nature of the study of sport from perspectives through a written exam.  Perspectives such as gender difference, social context, developmental and biological changes and, professional ethical issues/concerns within the field will be covered.

PSY 295 - Psychology Research Capstone (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to identify a researchable problem in psychology.
2. Locate and critically evaluate appropriate existing psychological research.
3. Demonstrate an understanding and mastery of a particular research method used in psychology, including research design, data analysis, data interpretation, and the development of conclusions from evidence.

PSY 299 - Independent Study in Psychology

To be determined prior to approval.  Agreed to by student, faculty member and department chairperson.

PTA 100 SL - Introduction to Physical Therapy I

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  50 service learning hours in a hospital physical therapy department

Corequisite:  PTA 104L Basic Musculoskeletal Anatomy

Prior or Concurrent:  BIO 131 Human Biology I, PHY 118 Physics for Physical Therapist Assistants

Credits: 4
Hours
4 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe the history and the roles of medicine, physical therapy, the State Board of Physical Therapy, Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, and the American Physical Therapy Association.
2. Summarize the standards of practice, ethical conduct, federal laws and New York State practice act for physical therapy.
3. Describe and demonstrate cultural competence.
4. Discuss the team approach to health care and the Physical Therapist Assistant’s role within the team, including supervisory responsibilities and the relationship of the Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, and other health care personnel.
5. Define and use medical terminology at the introductory level.
6. Demonstrate the use of SOAP notation in patient record keeping.
7. Discuss and demonstrate compliance with HIPAA regulations.
8. Explain the purpose, standards and procedures established for the clinical training of Physical Therapist Assistant students at Broome Community College.
9. List and describe, in general terms, different patient conditions treated in physical therapy and the importance of evidence based practice.
10. Apply an ethical decision making process.
11. Demonstrate therapeutic communication.
12. Discuss the use of the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice and quality assurance in physical therapy.
13. Define and demonstrate evidence based practice.
14. Describe reimbursement issues related to providing quality physical therapy interventions.
15. Complete a learning style inventory, and recognize and implement individual learning style skills based on the outcome of the inventory.

PTA 101 - Introduction to Physical Therapy II

Corequisite:  BIO 132 Human Biology II

Credits: 4
Hours
4 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Define terms related to the disease and disabilities studied in this course, including cell and tissue damage, inflammation and healing, immune response, disorders of growth, neoplasms, disorders of nutrition, disorders of metabolism, and infectious diseases.
2. Explain the causes, pathophysiological processes and classification of disease and disability of the body systems, including the circulatory, digestive, respiratory, integumentary, musculoskeletal and nervous systems.

PTA 102 - Introduction to Rehabilitation

Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:

1. Perform all modalities/interventions/assessments presented in lab/lecture in a safe and technically competent manner, including bed modality, transfers, ambulation training, goniometry, ROM, NDT, PNF, orthotics/prosthetics, and balance and coordination exercise.
2. Explain and discuss his/her role as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the application of interventions and the patient examination/evaluation process.
3. Demonstrate appropriate communication skills in establishing patient/therapist rapport, communicating adequate instruction/explanation orally and in writing; concerning all interventions with patient, peers, and other caregivers.
4. Identify architectural barriers.
5. Define and describe Activities of Daily Living (ADL), Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL), and explain their impact on patient care.

PTA 103 - Physical Agents and Massage

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisites:  PTA 101 Introduction to Physical Therapy II, PTA 102 Introduction to Rehabilitation

 

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform all modalities/interventions/assessments presented in lab/lecture in a safe and technically competent manner, including massage, superficial heat modalities, deep heat modalities, hydrotherapy, therapeutic pool exercises, electrotherapy, traction, aseptic technique, wound care, handwashing, intermittent compression, and vital sign data collection.
2. Explain and discuss the role of the Physical Therapist Assistant in the application of interventions and in the patient examination/evaluation process.
3. Demonstrate appropriate communication skills in establishing patient/therapist rapport, and communicating adequate instruction/explanation orally and in writing concerning all interventions with patient, peers, and other caregivers.

PTA 104L - Basic Musculoskeletal Anatomy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Name the bones and muscles of the body according to region.
2. List the origin, insertion, nerve, and action of each muscle studied.
3. Palpate the superficial bony landmarks and muscles studied.
4. Define planes, axes, and directional anatomical terminology of the body.

PTA 105 - Patient Interaction

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate proficiency in medical terminology.
2. Effectively use therapeutic communication.
3. Display professional and ethical behavior.
4. Demonstrate cultural awareness and progress toward cultural competence.
5. Complete OSHA training.
6. Apply time management skills.

PTA 106 - Physical Therapy Procedures

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Exhibit proper personal and professional behavior consistently.
2. Maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships.
3. Exhibit adaptability to changing situations in the PT environment.
4. Demonstrate consistently the seven core values of physical therapy.
5. Demonstrate the use of universal precautions, clean and sterile aseptic technique.
6. Display good body mechanics.
7. Prepare for the patient intervention in a safe, thorough and comprehensive manner.
8. Perform patient transfers to all surfaces.
9. Demonstrate use of assistive devices including wheelchairs.
10. Consistently provide guarding when ambulating with a patient and/or transferring a patient.
11. Utilize appropriate bed mobility and positioning.
12. Clean and maintain department linens as needed.

PTA 110 - Clinical Affiliation I

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  PTA 101 Introduction to Physical Therapy II, PTA 102 Introduction to Rehabilitation, PTA 103 Physical Agents and Massage

 

Credits: 3
Hours
10.7 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform all interventions/assessments in a safe, ethical, efficient and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to patient, self and others.
2. Communicate with patient, peers, family members and other caregivers in writing and orally in ways congruent to situational needs and supports delivery of patient services.
3. Obtain accurate information by performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by PT.
4. Deliver established patient care to reflect respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.

PTA 201 - Kinesiology

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisite:  PTA 202 Therapeutic Exercise, PTA 210 Clinical Affiliation II

 

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Explain and discuss the role of the Physical Therapist Assistant in the application of interventions and in the patient examination/evaluation process.
2. Perform all modalities/interventions presented in lab/lecture in a safe, technically competent manner as they relate to specific diagnosis presented, including manual muscle testing and gait and posture assessment.
3. Demonstrate appropriate communication skills in establishing patient/therapist rapport and in communicating adequate instructions/explanations orally and in writing concerning all interventions with patient, peers and other caregivers.
4. Conduct themselves professionally, and ethically with respect for others’ differences when engaged in learning and simulated patient care activities.
5. Define kinesiology, osteokinematics, arthrokinematics, kinetics and biomechanics.
6. Describe joint and muscle structure and function and the forces placed upon them.
7. Define, discuss and describe normal motor learning and motor skill acquisition.

PTA 202 - Therapeutic Exercise

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisites:  PTA 201 Kinesiology, PTA 210 Clinical Affiliation II

 

Credits: 4
Hours
Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Explain and discuss his/her role as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the application of interventions and the patient examination/evaluation process.
2. Perform all modalities/interventions presented in lab/lecture in a safe, technically competent manner as they relate to specific diagnosis presented, including:  manual and mechanical resistance exercise, stretching, proprioceptive exercise, aerobics, plyometric exercise and assessment, and interventions for orthopedic conditions.
3. Demonstrate appropriate communication skills in establishing patient/therapist rapport and in communicating adequate instructions/explanations orally and in writing concerning all interventions with patient, peers and other caregivers.
4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct, including respect for others’ differences when engaged in learning and simulated patient care activities.

PTA 203 - Therapeutic Assessment & Review for the PTA

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify basic therapeutic assessments in the following areas: upper and lower extremity orthopedics, spinal orthopedics, sensory system, balance and coordination (sitting and standing), pediatrics, integumentary and cardiopulmonary areas of physical therapy.
2. Explain the implications of the following as they pertain to rehabilitation: orthopedic injuries, neurological injuries/diseases, wound management, postural deficits, cardiopulmonary pathology, pediatric diseases/disabilities, gait deviations, normal gait patterns and pharmaceuticals.

PTA 210 - Clinical Affiliation II

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  PTA 110 Clinical Affiliation I

Corequisites:  PTA 201 Kinesiology, PTA 202 Therapeutic Exercise

Credits: 4
Hours
13.3 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform all interventions/assessments in a safe, ethical, efficient and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to patient, self and others.
2. Communicate with patient, peers, family members and other caregivers in writing and orally in ways congruent to situational needs and supports delivery of patient services.
3. Obtain accurate information by performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by PT.
4. Deliver established patient care to reflect respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
5. Describe the method and document the experience of an observed surgical procedure.
6. Manage at least one-half a typical patient caseload by the final week of the affiliation.
7. Demonstrate time management skills.

PTA 213 - Senior Seminar I

 

Credits: 5
Hours
5 Seminar Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform all modalities/interventions/assessments presented in lab/lecture in a safe, technically competent manner.
2. Demonstrate the safe and correct procedure for the clinical application of thermal modalities including Diathermy, Ultraviolet and Infra-red radiation.
3. Identify a variety of prosthetics, braces, and orthotics including components, material used in fabrication, advantages, disadvantages, indications and contraindications.
4. Interact professionally with other members of the health care team and discuss professional research presented including:  patients with visual or hearing loss, Sports Medicine and taping, cardiac rehabilitation, Chest PT, Complimentary medicine, vestibular therapy, falls assessment, sensory integration and NDT, selective functional movement assessment, hippotherapy, developmental disabilities, networking, interviewing and employment process, G codes and billing, Fish Philosophy, hydrotherapy, and lymphedema.
5. Recognize individual and cultural differences and respond appropriately in all aspects of physical therapy services.
6. Identify career development and lifelong learning opportunities

PTA 220 - Clinical Affiliation III

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  PTA 201 Kinesiology, PTA 202 Therapeutic Exercise, PTA 210 Clinical Affiliation II

Corequisites:  PTA 213 Senior Seminar I, PTA 224 Senior Seminar II

Credits: 6
Hours
16 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform all interventions/assessments in a safe, ethical, efficient and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to patient, self and others.
2. Communicate with patient, peers, family members and other caregivers in writing and orally in ways congruent to situational needs and supports delivery of patient services.
3. Obtain accurate information by performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by PT.
4. Deliver established patient care to reflect respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
5. Demonstrate time management skills.
6. Research a case study on a patient undergoing physical therapy.
7. Manage a typical patient caseload, appropriate for the entry level PTA by the final week of the affiliation.

PTA 224 - Senior Seminar II

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites:  PTA 213 Senior Seminar I, PTA 220 Clinical Affiliation III

Credits: 1
Hours
1 Seminar Hour
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to complete data collection from the patient chart, family, personnel and literature review and discuss the impact of data collected in progression of patient interventions within the plan of care established by the PT.
2. Discuss the impact of psychosocial factors and reimbursement policies on patient interventions and outcomes.
3. Describe the interrelationship of physical therapy practitioners and other health care providers to the patient’s total treatment plan.
4. Discuss the integration of theory learned in PTA courses and learning gained through practical experience in the clinic.
5. Demonstrate that he/she has been socialized into the role of Physical Therapist Assistant and has internalized appropriate characteristics as shown through action and appearance.
6. Present a case study on a patient undergoing physical therapy.

PTA 299 - Independent Study

 

Credits: 1-3
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently to achieve a goal.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

RAD 100 - Introduction to Clinical Education

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Communicate with patients in a compassionate and caring manner.
2. Define basic medical terms, medical abbreviations and symbols.
3. Apply medical/professional ethics in the context of a broader societal ethic.
4. Explain concepts of personal honesty, integrity, accountability, competence and compassion as ethical imperatives in health care.
5. Identify legal and professional standards and relate each to practice in health professions.
6. Explain the legal implications of professional liability, malpractice, professional negligence and other legal doctrines applicable to professional practice.
7. Identify the benefits of continuing education as related to improved patient care and professional enhancement.

RAD 101 - Image Production and Evaluation I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify and describe a quality radiographic image, various imaging systems, and the components of an imaging system.
2. Define terminology associated with digital imaging systems.
3. Describe the various types of digital receptors, the response of digital detectors to exposure variations, and various digital processing.
4. Identify and describe how the geometric and photographic properties affect a quality digital radiographic image such as brightness, contrast resolution, spatial resolution, and distortion.

RAD 101 L - Image Production and Evaluation I Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform quality digital radiographic images on various imaging systems and define the components of a digital imaging system.
2. Perform image analysis on a quality digital radiographic image and describe the analysis criteria utilized.
3. Perform quality digital radiographic images and describe the response of digital detectors to exposure variations.
4. Perform, identify, and briefly describe the calculation of the exposure indicator with changes in exposrue values on various digital imaging systems.
5. Relate the performance of various positioning, projections, and anatomical identification from the energized laboratory to the 3D images of the Anatomage Table.

RAD 102 W - Image Production and Evaluation II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the basic fundamentals of x-ray production, analyze and perform calculations of exposure techniques, image magnification, percent magnification, penumbra, beam restriction, and half-value layer (HVL) formulas.
2. Describe the possible fates of x-ray photons interacting with matter and how various beam limitations and grids can control scatter.
3. Identify and describe the anatomical and pathological factors that affect the radiographic image.
4. Perform and describe how the image receptor responds to automatic exposure control or manual techniques, and the various tools and charts that are used to evaluate this response.
5. Perform, identify and describe image analysis.

RAD 103 L - Positioning I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify and discriminate between terms such as digital image, projection, position, method, view, and several other basic positioning terms.
2. Identify and describe the patient positioning, CR direction, tube angulation, centering point, anatomical structures demonstrated and evaluation criteria for each of the following radiographic projections/positions involving the upper extremities, lower extremities, chest, abdomen, and shoulder girdle.
3. Identify the position demonstrated on radiographic images of the upper and lower extremities, chest, abdomen, and shoulder girdle regions.
4. Perform or simulate the above mentioned radiographic projections/methods on phantoms or live subject, respectively.
5. Perform 85% proficiency in hands-on evaluations with each of the following areas:  upper extremity, lower extremity, chest, abdomen, and shoulder girdle, prior to performing these types of exams on patients in the clinical setting.

RAD 104 - Positioning II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the patient positioning, CR direction, tube angulation, centering point, anatomical structures demonstrated, and evaluation criteria for the required radiographic positions/projections involving the bony thorax, pelvic girdle, spinal column, and skull.
2. Identify the position/projection demonstrated on radiographic images of the bony thorax, pelvic girdle, spinal column, and skull.
3. Perform or simulate the required radiographic positions/projections on phantoms or live subject, respectively.
4. Perform 85% on practical evaluations with each of the following areas; bony thorax, pelvic girdle, spinal column, and skull, prior to performing these exams on patients in the clinical setting.

RAD 110 L - Methods of Patient Care

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify and explain the following procedures that deal with the care of a patient in the radiology department; basic first aid, transporting the patient safely, vital signs, medical and surgical asepsis, intubation, and contrast media.
2. Perform practical evaluations for patient transport, care of patient medical equipment (e.g., oxygen tank, IV tubing), respiration, pulse, temperature, pulse oximetry, and blood pressure on live patients.
3. Fill a syringe with contrast media.
4. Give a brief explanation of the ancillary radiology departments.

RAD 115 - Radiation Protection

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Explain the justification and responsibility of providing radiation protection during radiographic exams.
2. Define and identify the production of x-ray and the types of x-ray interactions with matter.
3. Identify and differentiate radiation quantities, the appropriate symbols for each, and the recommended measurement guidelines.
4. Identify and describe the biological effects from ionizing radiation and means of protecting the patient and occupational radiographers.
5. Identify and describe the various methods and/or devices that may be used to detect and monitor radiation exposure.

RAD 131 - Clinical Education I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Properly identify patients and exam to be performed.
2. Communicate effectively with the patient, the staff, and classmates.
3. Read and utilize radiographic control panels.
4. Observe and assist the radiographer in a radiographic examination.
5. Perform all four (4) tasks analyses.
6. Identify all items on the clinical performance evaluation with 90% accuracy.
7. Maintain all records of clinical assignment hours and clinical examinations observed or performed with a radiographer.

RAD 132 - Clinical Education II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform imaging procedures under direct supervision for first year level students.
2. Develop professional attitude by putting into practice knowledge of ethics, patient care, and communication skills.
3. Become more proficient in the use of radiographic equipment and adhere to radiation protection measures.
4. Integrate the radiographer’s practice standards and HIPAA requirements into the clinical practice setting.
5. Perform with 80% accuracy a minimum of 10 competencies on specific categories, after proving proficient on-campus practical exams.

RAD 133 - Summer Clinical Education III

Corequisites:  RAD 216 Imaging Modalities

Credits: 5
Hours
7.5 hr/day for 30 days; 225 hours total
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform imaging procedures under direct/indirect supervision for progressing second year level students and observing other imaging modalities.
2. Maintain professional attitude by integrating appropriate personal and professional values into clinical practice.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of radiographic equipment, radiation protection, patient communication, and contrast agents.
4. Maintain radiographer’s practice standards and HIPAA compliance.
5. Perform with 80% accuracy a minimum of 10 competencies on specific categories, after providing proficient on-campus practical exams.