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Course Descriptions


 

The numbers in parentheses listed following the course description, Semester Hours:  (3 - 3 - 0), are explained below:

  • The first digit is the number of semester credit hours for the course.
  • The second digit is the number of lecture hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
  • The third digit is the number of laboratory/clinical/internship/practicum hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.

Hours met per week are based on semester-length classes; courses of shorter semesters during such as flex classes, will meet for more hours per week for equivalency.

 
  
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    KINE 2176 - Cardio Boot Camp II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1176  or instructor approval

    This course is an advanced form of physical conditioning which combines high energy cardio respiratory activity with military-style physical training to improve muscular endurance, cardio respiratory fitness, flexibility, and body composition.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    KINE 2177 - Core Training II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1177 

    This course is designed to provide intermediate level exercise concepts to develop muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility to the stabilizing muscles of the body which are primarily the abdominal and low back muscle groups, commonly referred to as the core. Typical activities will include integrated drills of calisthenics, stabilizing type exercises, stability ball training, partner drills, isometrics and flexibility training.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    KINE 2178 - Jogging II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1178  or instructor approval

    This course is a continuation of Jogging I with a focus on increased cardio respiratory endurance. This course will expand on the training strategies from Jogging I with specific techniques to increase cardiorespiratory endurance.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    KINE 2179 - Physical Conditioning II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1179  or instructor approval

    This course is a continuation of Physical Conditioning I with a focus on more intense workouts and advanced techniques to promote cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    KINE 2180 - Indoor Cycling II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1180 

    This course is an advanced cardio respiratory conditioning group exercise class using stationary bicycles.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    KINE 2182 - Walking II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1182  or instructor approval

    This course is a continuation of KINE 1182 . Students will participate in more rigorous walking and other activities related to physical fitness.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    KINE 2184 - Weight Training II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1184  or instructor approval

    This course is a continuation of KINE 1184 . It emphasizes the further development of muscular strength and endurance through the application of more advanced training techniques with an emphasis on safety and body alignment.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    KINE 2185 - Extreme Fitness II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1185

    This course is an advanced level designed to improve performance-based skills such as power, agility, speed, balance, reaction times and coordination as it relates to sport and exercise.  It will include extreme resistance training such as Olympic lifting, explosive training, and functional fitness-style activities.  The high endurance component of the course will include indoor cycling, long-distance running and appropriate aquatic activities.  In addition, the latest in fitness training methods will be employed to include battle rope training, kettle bell exercises, tire-flipping and obstacle course training.  This course will serve as useful preparatory training for extracurricular events such as adventure racing and triathlon participation.  Students must be in good physical condition to enroll in this class. 

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23


  
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    LATI 1311 - Beginning Latin I


    This course is for students with little or no knowledge of Latin. Students work with short pieces of Latin text relating to Roman literature, history, and civilization.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.1203.51 13


  
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    LATI 1312 - Beginning Latin II


    Prerequisites: LATI 1311  or departmental approval

    Themes in ancient literature and mythology are the focus of this course. Satisfactory completion equips the student for reading of classical and ecclesiastical Latin authors. This is a continuation of LATI 1311 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.1203.51 13


  
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    LATI 2311 - Intermediate Latin I


    Prerequisites: LATI 1312  or departmental approval

    This course provides review and further mastery through readings in Roman civilization and history based on Latin prose authors. This is a continuation of LATI 1312 .

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.1203.52 13



  
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    LATI 2312 - Intermediate Latin II


    Prerequisites: LATI 2311  or departmental approval.

    Review and further mastery through readings in Roman civilization and history based on the study of Latin poets.

    This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 16.1203.52 13



  
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    LGLA 1219 - Paralegal Ethics


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Presents ethical and legal responsibilities as well as rules of professional responsibility a paralegal owes to the public, the courts, clients, and colleagues. Includes a review of the canons and codes.
     

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1271 - Contracts


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Presents fundamental concepts of contract law including formation, performance, and enforcement of contacts with an emphasis on the paralegal’s role.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1272 - Advanced Legal Document Preparation


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Computer technology and software applications within a law office emphasizing the paralegal’s role in the use of law office technology.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-1)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1291 - Special Topics in Legal Assistant/Paralegal


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1345 , LGLA 2305 

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1300 - Elder Law


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Fundamental concepts of elder law, including financial and estate planning, public benefits, health care, personal planning and protection, and consumer protection emphasizing the paralegal’s role in elder law.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1301 - Legal Research and Writing


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 

    Presents the fundamentals of legal research and writing emphasizing the paralegal’s role including resources and processes used in legal research and writing.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1307 - Introduction to Law and the Legal Professions


    Overview of the law and the legal professions including legal concepts, systems, and terminology; substantive areas of law; the federal and state judicial systems; ethical obligations and regulations; and professional trends and issues with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302



  
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    LGLA 1317 - Law Office Technology


    Computer technology and software applications within the law office.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-2)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1345 - Civil Litigation


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 

    Presents fundamental concepts and procedures of civil litigation including pretrial, trial, and post-trial phases of litigation and emphasizes the paralegal’s role in civil litigation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1355 - Family Law


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 

    Fundamental concepts of family law including formal and informal marriages, divorce, annulment, martial property, and the parent-child relationship with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in family law.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1359 - Immigration Law


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 

    Presents fundamental concepts of immigration law including substantive and procedural law related to visa applications, deportation, naturalization, and citizenship emphasizing the paralegal’s role in immigration law.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 1391 - Special Topics in Legal Assistant/Paralegal


    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2139 - Certified Legal Assistant Review


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1345 , LGLA 1353 , LGLA 1355 , LGLA 1301 , LGLA 2331 

    This course provides a review of the mandatory and optional topics covered in the Certified Legal Assistant Examination administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2205 - Interviewing and Investigating


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    A study of techniques used to locate, gather, document, and manage information with an emphasis on developing interview techniques and investigative skills, and the paralegal’s role in interviewing and investigating legal matters.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2303 - Torts and Personal Injury Law


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 

    Fundamental concepts of tort and personal injury law including intentional torts, negligence, and strick liability are presented with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in tort and personal injury law.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2307 - Law Office Management


    This course presents the fundamentals of principles and structure of management, administration, and substantive systems in the law office including law practice technology as applied to paralegals.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2311 - Business Organizations


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 

    Basic concepts of business organizations including law of agency, sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and other emerging business entities with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2313 - Criminal Law and Procedure


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 

    Procedures from arrest to final disposition, principles of federal and state law, and the preparation of pleadings and motions as applied to paralegals.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2331 - Advanced Legal Research and Writing


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1301 

    Computerized research techniques and preparation of complex legal documents such as briefs, legal office memoranda, and citation forms.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2333 - Advanced Legal Document Preparation


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Use office technology skills in preparation of legal documents by paralegals based on hypothetical situations drawn from various areas of law.
     

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2335 - Advanced Civil Litigation


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1301 , LGLA 1345 , and LGLA 1317 

    Implementation of advanced civil litigation techniques with emphasis on the paralegal’s role. Builds upon skills acquired in prior civil litigation courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LGLA 2388 - Internship - Legal Assistant/Paralegal


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1345 , LGLA 1300 , LGLA 1355 , LGLA 1301 

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-16)

    CIP: 22.0302


  
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    LMGT 1319 - Introduction to Business Logistics


    A systems approach to managing activities associated with traffic, transportation, inventory management and control, warehousing, packaging, order processing, and materials handling.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0203


  
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    LMGT 1321 - Introduction to Materials Handling


    Prerequisites: BMGT 1331 

    Introduces the concepts and principles of materials management to include inventory control and forecasting

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0203


  
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    MATH 0055 - MATH Refresher


    This course is designed to improve upon students’ math skills in order to help provide a greater opportunity for success on the math portion of the placement exam. Topics range from basic arithmetic through algebra, including, but not limited to, operations on numbers, linear equations, factoring, quadratics, rational expression, radicals, and appropriate applications.

    Semester Hours: (0-0-1)

    CIP: 32.0104.54.19


  
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    MATH 0100 - Special Topics in Developmental Mathematics


    May serve as a refresher or as a supplemental course to developmental math courses. Course descriptions are available for each semester prior to registration. This course may be repeated when topics vary.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 32.0104.51 19


  
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    MATH 0220 - Developmental Algebra II


    Prerequisites: MATH 0420  or (TSI 347-349 and MATH department permission)

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0420  
    A study of algebraic concepts including utilizing rational, rational exponential and radical expressions; solving linear, rational, quadratic and radical equations; utilizing elementary function concepts and notation; and related applications. This course is designed as a continuation of MATH 0420 .

    Semester Hours: (2-2-1)

    CIP: 32.0104.5119


  
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    MATH 0305 - Pre-Algebra


    Prerequisites: TSI score MATH 310-336 or ALEKS score 0-34

     

    This course includes operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and signed numbers; ratios, rates, and proportions; percents; problem solving in contextualized format; measurements; order of operations, natural number exponents, algebraic expressions, solving linear equations in one variable, and informal geometry.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-2)

    CIP: 32.0104.51.19



  
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    MATH 0310 - Elementary Algebra


    Prerequisites: TSI score MATH 337-342 or ALEKS score 35-59

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    This course includes algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, graphing linear equations in two variables, systems of equations, exponents, polynomials, and basic factoring.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 32.0104.51.19


  
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    MATH 0320 - Intermediate Algebra


    Prerequisites: TSI score MATH 343-349 or ALEKS score 60-79

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    A study of relations and functions, inequalities, algebraic expressions and equations (absolute value, polynomial, radical, rational), with a special emphasis on linear and quadratic expressions and equations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 32.0104.52.19


  
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    MATH 0420 - Developmental Algebra I


    Prerequisites: MATH 0305  or TSI score 337-349

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305  
    A study of algebraic concepts including utilizing linear, integer exponential and polynomial expressions; solving linear equations and inequalities; graphing linear equations in two variables; and related applications.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 32.0104.5119


  
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    MATH 1314 - College Algebra


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included.

    This course fulfills the Mathematics foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Empirical Quantitative Skills.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.54 19



  
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    MATH 1316 - Plane Trigonometry


    Prerequisites: MATH 1414 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    In-depth study and applications of trigonometry including definitions, identities, inverse functions, solutions of equations, graphing, and solving triangles. Additional topics such as vectors, polar coordinates and parametric equations may be included.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.53 19


  
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    MATH 1324 - Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    The application of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and rational, to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences are addressed. The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices; linear programming; and probability, including expected value.  (The content level of MATH 1324  is expected to be at or above the level of college algebra, MATH 1314 .)

    This course fulfills the Mathematics foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Empirical Quantitative Skills.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0301.52 19



  
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    MATH 1325 - Calculus for Business & Social Sciences


    Prerequisites: MATH 1324  or MATH 1414  with a grade of C or better or MATH 1314  with a grade of A

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course is the basic study of limits and continuity, differentiation, optimization and graphing, and integration of elementary functions, with emphasis on applications in business, economics, and social sciences. This course is not a substitute for MATH 2413 , Calculus I.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0301.53 19


  
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    MATH 1332 - Contemporary Math I (Math for Liberal Arts Majors I)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310  
    This course includes an introduction to treatments of sets, logic, number systems, number theory, relations, functions, probability, and statistics. Appropriate applications are included.

    This course fulfills the Mathematics foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Empirical Quantitative Skills.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.51 19



  
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    MATH 1350 - Fundamentals of Mathematics I for Teachers


    Prerequisites: MATH 1314  with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    This course includes concepts of sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the natural numbers, integers, rational, and real number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.56 19


  
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    MATH 1351 - Fundamentals of Mathematics II for Teachers


    Prerequisites: MATH 1350  with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    This course includes concepts of geometry, probability, and statistics, as well as applications of the algebraic properties of real numbers to concepts of measurement with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. This course is designed specifically for students who seek middle grade (4 though 8) teacher certification.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.60 19


  
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    MATH 1414 - College Algebra (Precal Track)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included.

    This course fulfills the Mathematics foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Empirical Quantitative Skills.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.54 19



  
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    MATH 1442 - Elementary Statistical Methods


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310  
    Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0501.51 19


  
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    MATH 2318 - Linear Algebra


    Prerequisites: MATH 2414  with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra. Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvector; and applications in science and engineering.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.61 19


  
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    MATH 2320 - Differential Equations


    Prerequisites: MATH 2414  with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, and boundary value problems; application of differential equations to real-world problems.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0301.51 19


  
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    MATH 2405 - Discrete Mathematics


    Prerequisites: MATH 2412  with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    A course designed to prepare math, computer science, and engineering majors for a background in abstraction, notation, and critical thinking for the mathematics most directly related to computer science. Topics include: logic, relations, functions, basic set theory, countability and counting arguments, proof techniques, mathematical induction, combinatorics, discrete probability, recursion, sequence and recurrence, elementary number theory, graph theory, and mathematical proof techniques.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0501.51 19


  
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    MATH 2412 - Precalculus


    Prerequisites: MATH 1414  with a grade of “C” or better

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    In-depth combined study of algebra, trigonometry, and other topics for calculus readiness.

    This course fulfills the Mathematics foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Empirical Quantitative Skills.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.58 19



  
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    MATH 2413 - Calculus I


    Prerequisites: MATH 2412  with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or permission by department

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Limits and continuity; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; definition of the derivative of a function and techniques of differentiation; applications of the derivative to maximizing or minimizing a function; the chain rule, mean value theorem, and rate of change problems; curve sketching; definite and indefinite integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions, with an application to calculation of areas.

    This course fulfills the Mathematics foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Empirical Quantitative Skills.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.59 19



  
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    MATH 2414 - Calculus II


    Prerequisites: MATH 2413  with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions; parametric equations and polar coordinates; techniques of integration; sequences and series; improper integrals.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.59 19


  
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    MATH 2415 - Calculus III


    Prerequisites: MATH 2414  with a grade of C or better, or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral, including Green’s Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes’ Theorem.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.59 19


  
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    MATH 2421 - Differential Equations and Linear Algebra


    Prerequisites: MATH 2414  or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better

    This course emphasizes solution techniques. Ordinary differential equations, vector spaces, linear transformations, matrix/vector algebra, eigenvectors, Laplace Transform, and systems of equations.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.65.19


  
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    MATH 2442 - Elementary Statistical Method (Business Majors)


    Prerequisites: MATH 1324  or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    This course is a non-calculus introduction of basic statistical and quantitative techniques for business and economics. Topics include descriptive statistics, measures of location and dispersion, elementary probability functions (discrete and continuous distributions), expected value, random variables, sampling distributions, analysis of measurements (confidence intervals and hypothesis testing), and analysis of paired data (linear and correlation). Electronic spreadsheets and/or statistical software will be utilized for analyzing and interpreting data.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0501.51 19


  
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    MDCA 1254 - Medical Assisting Credentialing Exam Review


    Prerequisites: Completion of all MDCA/PHRA courses or proof of completion of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) - located at 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756; phone number 727-210-2350 - accredited program.

    A preparation for the Medical Assisting credentialing exam. including all three components of the CMA. It presents an explanation of how the exam is scored and provides opportunities to take practice exams.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1302 - Human Disease / Pathophysiology


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313  with a “C” or better or Permission of Program.

    A study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1305 - Medical Law and Ethics


    This is a course of instruction in principles, procedures, and regulations involving legal and ethical relationships among physicians, patients, and medical assistants. It includes current ethical issues as they relate to the practice of medicine and fiduciary responsibilities.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1310 - Medical Assistant Interpersonal and Communication Skills


    Prerequisites: MDCA 1313 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Emphasis on the application of basic psychological principles and the study of behavior as they apply to special populations. Topics include procedures for self-understanding and social adaptability in interpersonal communication with patients and co-workers in an ambulatory care setting.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1313 - Medical Terminology


    Cross-Listed With: HITT 1305 

    This course is a study and practical application of a medical vocabulary system. It includes structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1317 - Procedures in a Clinical Setting


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1302 , MDCA 1409 , MDCA 1313 , MDCA 1305  with a C or better or departmental approval

    Emphasis on patient assessment, examination, and treatment as directed by physician. Includes vital signs, collection and documentation of patient information, asepsis, office clinical procedures, and other treatments as appropriate for ambulatory care settings.  Additionally, pediatric measurements, hearing/visual acuity testing, eye/ear irrigation and instillation of optic/otic medication.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1343 - Medical Insurance


    Prerequisites: MDCA 1313 , MDCA 1302 , MDCA 1409  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305  
    Emphasizes medical office coding for payment and reimbursement by patient or third party payers for ambulatory care settings.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1409 - Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Assistant


    Prerequisites: MDCA 1313  or concurrent enrollment

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Emphasis on structure and function of human cells, tissues, organs, and systems with overview of common pathophysiology.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1417 - Procedures in a Clinical Setting


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1317  with a C or better or department approval.

    Emphasis on patient assessment, examination, and treatment as directed by physician. Includes vital signs, collection and documentation of patient information, asepsis, office clinical procedures, and other treatments as appropriate for ambulatory care settings. . Additionally ECGs, PFTs, urinary catheterization, casting and assisting with minor surgery.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1421 - Administrative Procedures


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313  with a “C” or better.

    Medical office procedures including appointment scheduling, medical records creation and maintenance, interpersonal communications, financial processes, coding, billing, collecting, third party reimbursement, credit arrangements, and computer use in the medical office.

    Semester Hours: (4-2-6)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1443 - Medical Insurance


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313  with C or better or departmental approval

    Emphasizes medical office coding for payment/reimbursement by patient or third party.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1448 - Pharmacology and Administration of Medications


    Prerequisites: MATH 0305 , MDCA 1409 , MDCA 1302 ,and MDCA 1313  with a “C” or better or departmental approval. Concurrent enrollment in MDCA 1317 .

    Corequisites: PHRA 1309  



    Instruction in concepts and application of pharmacological principles. Focuses on drug classifications, principles and procedures of medication administration, mathematical systems and conversions, calculation of drug problems, and medico-legal responsibilities of the medical assistant.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 1452 - Medical Assistant Laboratory Procedures


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1317  , MDCA 1409  , MDCA 1302  and MDCA 1313  /HITT 1305  with a grade of C or better or permission from program.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Application of governmental health care guidelines. Includes specimen collection and handling, quality assurance, and quality control.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MDCA 2267 - Practicum - Medical Assistant


    Prerequisites: Students must successfully complete all Medical Assisting core courses. Additional requirements include completion of an approved health care provider cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course, completion of immunizations, resume, background check, drug screen, proof of personal health/injury insurance and all other administrative packet items which must be on file in the program office.

    This non-remunerated course is a practical, general wok place training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college and student. Student must complete 240 clock hours in a physician’s office performing entry level medical assisting. This is a capstone course that must be completed with a C or better for graduation.

    Semester Hours: (2-0-15)

    CIP: 51.0801


  
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    MRKG 1191 - Special Topics: Business Marketing


    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 52.1401


  
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    MRKG 1291 - Special Topics: Business Marketing


    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 52.1401


  
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    MRKG 1301 - Customer Relations


    General principles of customer relationship management including skills, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401


  
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    MRKG 1302 - Principles of Retailing


    Introduction to the retailing environment and its relationship to consumer demographics, trends, and traditional/nontraditional retailing markets. The employment of retailing techniques and the factors that influence modern retailing.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0305 , MATH 0305 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401



  
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    MRKG 1311 - Principles of Marketing


    Introduction to the marketing functions; identification of consumer and organizational needs; explanation of economic, psychological, sociological, and global issues; and description and analysis of the importance of marketing research.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0305 , MATH 0305 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401



  
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    MRKG 1391 - Special Topics: Business Marketing


    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401


  
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    MRKG 2333 - Principles of Selling


    This course is an overview of the selling process. It will identify the elements of the communications process between buyers and sellers. Examination of this course will focus on the legal and ethical issues of organizations which affect salespeople.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401


  
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    MRKG 2349 - Advertising and Sales Promotion


    Integrated marketing communications. Includes advertising principles and practices. Emphasizes multi-media of persuasive communication including buyer behavior, budgeting, and regulatory constraints.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401


  
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    MRMT 1383 - Cooperative Education - Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist


    Prerequisites: MRMT 2433  and 10 or more hours toward a certificate and approval of worksite by instructor/coordinator; department approval required

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 51.0708


  
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    MRMT 1407 - Medical Transcription I


    Prerequisites: POFI 2301 * or ITSW 1301 *, POFT 2303 , POFT 1301 , and HITT 1305  Or MDCA 1313  or department approval required

    Fundamentals of medical transcription with hands-on experience in transcribing physician dictation including basic reports such as history and physicals, discharge summaries, consultations, operative reports, and other medical reports. Utilizes technology compatible with industry standards. Designed to develop speed and accuracy.

    Semester Hours: (4-2-6)

    CIP: 510708


  
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    MRMT 2433 - Medical Transcription II


    Prerequisites: MRMT 1407  and department approval

    Transcription of medical reports with increasing speed and accuracy including history and physicals, consultations, discharge summaries, operative reports, and other medical reports.

    Semester Hours: (4-2-6)

    CIP: 51.0708


  
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    MRTS 1171 - Introduction to Technical Procedures


    Course addresses major functions in general embalming and restorative art procedures. Content includes chemicals, armamentarium, anatomy, pathologies, and trauma.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310  

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 12.0301



  
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    MRTS 1225 - Thanatochemistry


    This course is a survey of the basic principles of chemistry as they relate to funeral service. The chemical principles and precautions involved in sanitation, disinfection, public health, and embalming practice will be stressed. The government regulation of chemicals currently used in funeral service is reviewed.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 1272 - Funeral Service Arts Board Preparation


    This course is a work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and employer. This is a capstone course for Level I Certificate in Funeral Directing. A student is required to complete 15 funeral directing cases under the direction for a preceptor.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310  

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 12.0301



  
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    MRTS 1273 - Funeral Service Sciences Board Preparation


    Prerequisites: MRTS 1272  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310  
    This is an intensive review of the curriculum in the funeral service arts and science sections in preparation for the National Board Exam.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 1286 - Internship-Funeral Services and Mortuary Science


    Prerequisites: MRTS 2342  

    This course is a work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. This is a capstone course for Level I Certificate in Funeral Directing. A student is required to complete 15 funeral directing cases under the direction of a preceptor.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 
     

    Semester Hours: (2-0-8)

    CIP: 12.0301



  
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    MRTS 1301 - Contemporary Funeral Service Practices


    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MRTS 1330 , MRTS 1342  , or permission from the department chair.

    Survey of general principles related to customs, religions, human relations, and social behavior. Presentation of the requirements for burial, cremation, anatomical donation, and burial-at-sea. An introduction to funeral counseling as a basis for fulfillment of responsibilities as a funeral director.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 1330 - Funeral Service Internship Orientation


    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MRTS 1301  , MRTS 1342  , or permission from the department chair.

    Preparation for a funeral service career facilitated with on-site observation and participation. Instruction in equipment use, procedures, and functions in the daily operation of a funeral home. A student is under the direction of a preceptor.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 1342 - Mortuary Management I


    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MRTS 1301  , MRTS 1330  

    Introduction to basic accounting and bookkeeping and processing of survivor benefits. Projects in generating forms and documents related to disposition of human remains utilizing computer software designed for mortuaries.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 1391 - Special Topics in Funeral Service and Mortuary


    This course is designed to provide students with basic communication skills in Spanish. Special emphasis is placed on terminology from a Spanish glossary of commonly employed funeral-related terms. Additionally, pronunciation and the nuances of the Spanish language are integrated.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 2335 - Mortuary Jurisprudence


    Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 , MRTS 1301 , MRTS 1330 , and MRTS 1342  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    A survey of general principles of mortuary and business law. Emphasis is placed on ethical practice. Compliance with pre-need and at-need regulatory agencies included.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 2342 - Mortuary Management II


    Examination of the management of a funeral home as a small business. Topics include funeral service merchandising and marketing, human resource functions, and professional practice.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 2432 - Human Anatomy


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2404  

    Examination of the major systems of the human body with emphasis on the circulatory system.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 2445 - Technical Procedures I


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2404 , MRTS 1301 , MRTS 1330 , MRTS 1342 , (MRTS 2432  or concurrent enrollment) or permission of the department chair.

    Introduction to the fundamentals in the preservation, disinfection, and restoration of human remains. Presentation of treatment planning and application in preparation for professional practice.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 12.0301


  
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    MRTS 2447 - Technical Procedures II


    Prerequisites: MRTS 2432 , MRTS 2445  or permission of department chair

    A continuation of Technical Procedures I. Introduction of additional topics on treatment planning and application.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 12.0301


 

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