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Course Descriptions

Credits and Course Numbering

Courses numbered 001-099 are designed for students to acquire basic skills necessary for successful college work.

Courses numbered 100-299 are college level courses and are usually transferable to senior colleges. Not all courses are offered every semester. Also, new courses or seminars may have been developed and may not be in this catalog’s listing.
 

Occupational Therapy Assistant
  

  • OTA.-230 Geriatric OTA Interventions

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100 (ACSR-100), or completion of RDNG-030, ACLT-075, or ACLT-076; OTPT-100, OTA.-100, OTPT-113
    Techniques and skills in the use of equipment, treatment media, and methods appropriate to meet the needs of the elderly population. Students experience hands-on practice of above techniques in the classroom.
  

  • OTA.-232 Transitions in Occupational Therapy

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: OTA.-228
    Students in this course will learn about the supervisory styles they may encounter or utilize during their clinicals and future employment. Employment skills such as resume writing and interviewing techniques will be discussed. The COTA role in research and advocacy will be presented. Key elements for being successful in their clinicals will be reviewed. Important skills necessary for successful completion of clinicals will be reviewed and practiced including documentation.
  

  • OTA.-240 OTA Internship I

    Credits 4 / 12 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  is required. Prerequisite: OTA.-229 ; Division signature required.
    Eight week clinical assignment (40 hr. week) under supervision of occupational therapy practioners in the community. Note: The type of setting will depend on student needs and availability. The setting will differ from OTA.-250  (also a clinical course) setting to provide the student a variety of experiences.
  

  • OTA.-250 OTA Internship II

    Credits 4 / 12 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Pre-requisite: OTA.-240  
    Eight week clinical assignment (40 hr. week) under supervision of occupational therapy practitioners in the community. Note: The type of setting will depend on student needs and availibility. This setting will differ from OTA.-240  (also a clinical course) setting to provide the student with a variety of experiences.

Philosophy
  

  • PHIL-101 Introduction to Philosophy

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  
    An introduction to some important and influential philosophers and the issues and arguments they discuss. Topics may include theories of knowledge and justified beliefs the relationship between the mind and the body free will and determinism arguments for and against the existence of God and the nature of morality. Works from both historical and contemporary philosophers are discussed.
  

  • PHIL-103 Critical Thinking

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016), ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  
    Methods for evaluating claims and arguments with special emphasis on arguments in everday life such as those found in newspaper articles political speeches and advertisements. Students will learn to determine whether there are good reasons for accepting a claim even when those reasons have not been set forth explicitly. The course will cover induction deduction informal fallacies and other aspects of critical thinking and reasoning.
  

  • PHIL-165 Philosophy of Religion

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  
    An examination of central philosophical issues concerning religion and religious beliefs. Topics may include traditional and contemporary arguments for the existence of God; the problem of evil; religious experience; faith; and the immortality of the soul. Works from both historical and contemporary philosophers are discussed.
  

  • PHIL-190 Introduction to Logic

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  
    A study of the tools and methods of modern symbolic logic to analyze and evaluate arguments. Two different methods are introduced to distinguish valid from invalid arguments. Symbolic representation of statements and proof procedures for the validity of arguments are emphasized.
  

  • PHIL-251 Religious Worldviews

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    An examination and comparison of the histories beliefs and practices of the major world religions. Both Western religions (e.g. Judaism Christianity Islam) and Eastern religions (e.g. Hinduism Buddhism) will be studied. Readings will be selected from scriptures and holy works (for example the Bible the Koran the Upanishads) as well as from commentaries on those works.
  

  • PHIL-295 Ethics

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  
    A study of the fundamental philosophical issues and problems concerning morality and moral reasoning. Emphasis will be placed on the examination of traditional and contemporary attempts to distinguish morally good from morally bad actions. Other topics may include issues in political philosophy ethical relativism and objectivity the nature of the good and contemporary moral issues such as abortion affirmative action and capital punishment. Works from both historical and contemporary philosophers are discussed.
  

  • PHIL-297 Political Philosophy

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  
    A survey and analysis of the theories arguments and concepts used in answering the basic normative questions of political philosophy: Why should people live in any society? Is there such a thing as legitimate power? If so to whom or what does it belong? What if any are the limits of power? What if any are the limits of freedom? The student will undertake an analysis of answers given by both traditional and contemporary philosophers.

Photography
  

  • PHOT-101 Digital Photography for Non-Majors

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Students must provide their own digital camera capable of controlling functions including flash focus control and exposure options. A camera with a zoom lens is highly recommended. A limited number of cameras are available to rent through the Photography Program on a first-come first-served basis.
    PHOT-101 is an introductory course on basic digital photography. This course covers camera controls composition lighting exposure focus sharpness and local printing. Content includes information on file sharing digital archiving digital file formats third party print resourses and emerging camera and software applications.
  

  • PHOT-180 Basic Photography

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Students must have full-time access to an adjustable camera capable of controlling shutter speeds apertures and focus. Cameras fitting this description include advanced compact bridge or digital single lens reflex cameras (DSLR).
    This course focuses on camera controls composition aesthetics lighting and image control. The student will gain experience in digital photography through lectures demonstrations assignments practice and critiques. Course content emphasizes craft photographic vision and visual problem solving. Students must have a camera capable of controlling shutter speed aperture and focus. Cameras fitting this description include advanced compact bridge or digital single reflex (DSLR) cameras.
  

  • PHOT-182 Introduction to Light and Color

    Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Pre- or Co-requisite: PHOT-180  
    This course is an introduction to the aesthetics of light. Students will examine light quality direction and color as it illuminates a subject. Several semester-long photographic projects and weekly studio assignments are included. The course continues to emphasize photographic craft and visual problem solving.
  

  • PHOT-183 Intro to Commercial Studio Photography

    Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) . Prerequisite: PHOT-180  with a minimum 2.0
    Students will learn to utilize umbrellas box light mixed lighting filtration flags and other light modulating tools. Students will also use professional electronic strobe and tungsten lighting equipment and apply professional metering techniques. Commercial subjects include products people and architecture.
  

  • PHOT-186 Careers in Photography

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) .
    This class offers the student an opportunity to explore various careers and business practices in the photographic field. Students will gain insight from guest speakers field trips in class discussions and assignments. Students strengths personality preferences and career goals will also be examined.
  

  • PHOT-187 Photojournalism

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: PHOT-190 .
    The course will provide an introduction to photojournalism. Students will explore the role and responsibility of the photojournalist including considerations of press law and ethics. Assignments include documentary news sports and human interest stories utilizing both still photography and video prepared for print and web delivery.
  

  • PHOT-188 History of Photography

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 .
    The course is a survey of photographys origins and development as a scientific tool as well as a medium of communication documentation and personal expression. It considers the technical evolution historical context and social contribution of photography and includes hands-on exercises in historical photographic techniques.
  

  • PHOT-190 Introduction to Digital Imaging

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Co-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Co-requisite: PHOT-180 .
    This course introduces the fundamentals of photo computer management and manipulation using industry-standard sofware. Students will learn digital workflow process including cataloging processing digital manipulation and the outputting of photgraphic images. Manipulation topics include scanning color corrections masking layers retouching printing and file management and workflow practices.
  

  • PHOT-192 Advanced Digital Imaging

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: PHOT-190 .
    This class will investigate more deeply issues introduced in PHOT-190 . It includes substantial retouching and restoration advanced layers and collage assignments. Content Aware technology is applied to high-end masking and retouching techniques.
  

  • PHOT-205 Photography Internship

    Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
    Maximum Credits 3

    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: PHOT-186 . This course is a variable credit/contact hour course. Depending on the assignment to be completed the student can earn 1-3 credits and 1-3 contact hours.
    This internship allows students who have completed or have nearly completed the requirements for an AAS degree in Photography to gain real work experience with employers in the community practice their skills and have the opportunity to learn from experienced photographers. Students will gain insight into working conditions business practices and the practical application of skills learned in class. Students will choose an internship according to their area of interest and are expected to work a minimum of 50 hours per credit in the semester for which the course is offered.
  

  • PHOT-208 Introduction to Fine Art Photography

    Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Pre-requisite: PHOT-183  and PHOT-190  with a minimum grade of 2.0. Student must provide a DSLR camera with RAW digital file format capability.
    Students will gain an increased understanding of the conceptual interpretation of photographic subjects. Students will practice capturing ultimate image quality refining digital files beyond the camera creating gallery-quality prints and preparing work to gallery standards. Marketing and business practices will also be covered.
  

  • PHOT-210 Advanced Studio Lighting Techniques

    Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite:Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: PHOT-183  and PHOT-190 .
    Students apply scientific and aesthetic principles of light to solve commercial product imaging challenges. Special subjects include metal glassware and cylindrical objects. Techniques applied include reflection transmission refraction and painting with light The course concludes with a significant capstone team-based project.
  

  • PHOT-211 Commercial Portraiture

    Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: PHOT-182  and PHOT-183  and PHOT-190 .
    Course content includes an exploration into the art of portraiture by studying the works of past and current professionals. Students will learn to analyze the facial structure complexion hair and attire of subjects to create compelling professional portraits in a variety of settings using professional studio equipment.
  

  • PHOT-215 Alternative Processes in Photography

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016; Placement into Math-021; A minimum 2.0 in PHOT-180
    This class will focus on photography beyond the realm of digital capture, introducing silver, non-silver and nontraditional image-making. Students will investigate experimental techniques involving historical processes, black and white photography, color photography, computer generated negatives, and mixed media combinations.
  

  • PHOT-282 Photographic Principles

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisites: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisites: PHOT-190  and PHOT-183 .
    This course provides the student with a scientific background upon which an understanding of a variety of photographic processes can be based. Areas such as image formation lens design and photographic chemistry will be explored. Students will be expected to purchase some materials and have access to an adjustable camera.
  

  • PHOT-291 Photography Portfolio

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisites: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisites: 20 credits of PHOT classes with a 2.0 or higher. Students must provide their own DSLR camera.
    The portfolio class is designed to allow the photography student to produce portfolio(s) using the resources available at Mott Community College. This class allows the student time and sufficient contact with the instructor to present critique and produce images suitable for submission to a four year institution or to assist them with starting their own photography business.
  

  • PHOT-295 Supervised Photography Project

    Credits 3 / 6 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Permission of instructor is also required.
    An individualized course providing the opportunity for in-depth study or work in an approved photography project. Content will vary based on the project pursued by the individual students.

Physical Education Activity
  

  • PEAC-101 Circuit Training

    Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign a health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting.
    Circuit training is designed to give students the oportunity to enjoy the benefits of aerobic conditioning and strength training. Students will actively participate in high levels of physical activity utilizing multiple types of health related fitness equipment.
  

  • PEAC-102 Circuit Training for Wellness

    Credits 2 / 4 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016).
    Advanced circuit training is designed to give students the opportunity to analyze the benefits of a semester long aerobic conditioning and strength training program. This course will encourage students interested in making high levels of physical activity a part of their lifestyle by providing a prolonged fitness training experience with a variety of exercise routines. Students will actively participate in high levels of physical activity utilizing multiple types of health related fitness equipment.
  

  • PEAC-106 Physical Conditioning

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    The basic knowledge of exercise and its application to human anatomy. An understanding of the values of physical conditioning as it relates to optimal physical efficiency.
  

  • PEAC-123 Basketball

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign a health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting.
    Demonstrates skills and drills necessary to play the game. Team play and theory of team play are emphasized.
  

  • PEAC-139 Indoor Climbing

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting. Wear athletic shoes and comfortable loose-fitting clothing with long sleeves/leg coverings.
    This course will focus on developing skills and techniques to safely pursue the sport of indoor climbing. Physical and mental aspects involved in climbing will be related to skills critical to success in school the workplace and life.
  

  • PEAC-142 Running

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign a health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting. They need to wear appropriate running attire and running shoes.
    Designed to provide the opportunity for increased and improved running ability understanding the fundatmental nutritional factors associated with the type of activity understanding of running form and foot orientation types and safety practices.
  

  • PEAC-144 Weight Training: Theory and Practice

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign a health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting.
    Practical and theoretical knowledge and skills associated with weight training for physical fitness. Course topics will also address methods to improve overall health and wellness. Information presented during class will assist each student in the development of a personalized fitness and weight training program.
  

  • PEAC-145 Social Dance

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    Social dance is designed to allow students an opportunity to learn multiple contemporary social dances while participating in moderate intensity physical activity. Students will actively participate in various contemporary social dances. Students will develop fundamental knowledge and skills to the intermediate level through participation in a variety of developmentally appropriate teaching progressions (e.g. part/whole method) relating to contemporary social dance.
  

  • PEAC-147 Pilates: Beginning

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign a health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting.
    This course will introduce you to the anatomically-based approach to exercise pioneered in the 1920s by Joseph Pilates and currently used by fitness and health professionals. You will learn the philosophy basic principles and exercises associated with Pilates. The progression of exercises will show you how to strengthen and tone muscles improve posture flexibility and balance. The course will help you build a personal fitness program.
  

  • PEAC-148 Pilates: Intermediate

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: PEAC-147  
    This course builds upon the principles and exercises learned in PEAC-147 Pilates: Beginning . Pilates is an anatomically based approach to exercise pioneered in the 1920s by Joseph Pilates and currently used by fitness and health professionals. You will learn complex movements that involve more choreography as well as adding physically challenging modifications to those learned in Beginning Pilates. You will further strengthen and tone muscles improve posture flexibility and balance. The course helps you create a personal fitness program.
  

  • PEAC-180 Volleyball

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    Volleyball is designed to allow students the opportunity to actively participate in student centered learning activities focusing on fundamental skill development offensive and defensive stategies and basic rules and regulations governing game play. Students will participate in various activities including skill development experiences peer assessments and traditional game experiences throughout the course.
  

  • PEAC-183 Golf

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign a health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting.
    An overview of various strokes rules and etiquette of the game; active play at a local course. Students are encouraged to furnish their own equipment; however some clubs can be furnished by the college. A nominal fee is charged for the use of the course and driving range.
  

  • PEAC-193 Self-Defense

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Students must sign a health condition disclaimer form at the first class meeting.
    Assists in developing confidence and skills in the art of self-defense through the use of martial arts techniques. Development of an awareness of and avoidance of potentially dangerous situations.
  

  • PEAC-199 Advanced Self-Defense

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PEAC-193  
    Development and application of advanced skills including familiarization with the laws involving the ownership and use of firearms in self defense situations.

Physical Science
  

  • PHSC-191 Physical Science

    Credits 4 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Student must enroll in one section of PHSC-191L  
    This course provides a general overview of the physical cosmos. Focused topics include chemistry and physics.
  

  • PHSC-191L Physical Science Lab

    Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Student must also take one section of PHSC-191  
    This is the lab section of the course which provides a general overview of the physical cosmos. Focused topics include chemistry and physics.
  

  • PHSC-192 Earth Systems

    Credits 4 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Co-requisite: PHSC-192L  
    This course provides an advanced overview of the physical cosmos. Focused topics include geology astronomy meteorology and oceanography.
  

  • PHSC-192L Earth Systems Lab

    Credits 0 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Co-requisite: PHSC-192  
    The lab section of the course which provides an advanced overview of the physical cosmos. Focused topics include geology astronomy meteorology and oceanography.

Physical Science & Mathematics
  

  • PHSM-222 Mechanics

    Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: MATT-128.
    Physics as related to unit conversion vectors parallel forces linear motion compound motion-projectiles Newtons laws of motion rotary motion energy simple machines mechanical advantage and mechanical properties of materials.

Physical Therapist Assistant
  

  • PTA.-102 Physical Therapy I

    Credits 2 / 1 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Pre-requisite: BIOL-151 , PSYC-281   Prerequisite: BIOL-152  and AHLT-160 and PTA.-102  
    A study of the history and practice of physical therapy including an understanding of various health care settings; theory and practical application of basic Physical Therapy data collection and treatment interventions; and an introduction to patient care note writing.
  

  • PTA.-102L Physical Therapy I Lab

    Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Pre-requisite: BIOL-151 , PSYC-281   Co-requisite: BIOL-152 , OTPT-113 , OTPT-114 and PTA.-102  
    The lab section of the study of the history and practice of physical therapy including an understanding of various health care settings; theory and practical application of basic Physical Therapy data collection and treatment interventions; and an introduction to patient care note writing.
  

  • PTA.-104 Physical Therapy II

    Credits 4 / 1.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: BIOL-152 , OTPT-113 , OTPT-114 and PTA.-102  Note: Division signature required. Corequisite: PTA.-104C  and PTA.-104L  
    This course addresses current hospital equipment and procedures related to physical therapy. Performance and problem solving of physical therapy interventions including mobility and positioning transfer techniques sterile techniques wound and burn care and physical agents. Pathology etiology clinical findings medical treatment prognosis and precautions for selected integument pathologies. Laboratory and clinical application of basic physical therapy interventions data collection communication safety and professional behaviors.
  

  • PTA.-104C Physical Therapy II Clinic

    Credits 0 / 5.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: BIOL-152 , OTPT-113 , OTPT-114 and PTA.-102  Note: Division signature required Corequisite: PTA.-104  and PTA.-104L  
    The clinical section of the course which addresses current hospital equipment and procedures related to physical therapy. Performance and problem solving of physical therapy interventions including mobility and positioning transfer techniques sterile techniques wound and burn care and physical agents. Pathology etiology clinical findings medical treatment prognosis and precautions for selected integument pathologies. Laboratory and clinical application of basic physical therapy interventions data collection communication safety and professional behaviors.
  

  • PTA.-104L Physical Therapy II Lab

    Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: BIOL-152 , OTPT-113 , OTPT-114 and PTA.-102  Note: Division signature required take PTA.-104 , PTA.-104C ;
    The lab section of the course which addresses current hospital equipment and procedures related to physical therapy. Performance and problem solving of physical therapy interventions including mobility and positioning transfer techniques sterile techniques wound and burn care and physical agents. Pathology etiology clinical findings medical treatment prognosis and precautions for selected integument pathologies. Laboratory and clinical application of basic physical therapy interventions data collection communication safety and professional behaviors.
  

  • PTA.-114 PTA Data Collection

    Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076   Pre-requisite: OTPT-100 , BIOL-151 ; Co-requisite: BIOL-152 , PTA.-102 , and OTPT-113  
    Skill in performance of manual muscle testing goniometric measurements neurological and other basic data collection activities.
  

  • PTA.-202 Musculoskeletal Interventions I

    Credits 5 / 3.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076   Co-requisite: Student must also enroll in one section of PTA.-202L  
    The study of pathology medical treatment and therapeutic interventions associated with musculoskeletal injuries/conditions. Practical application of interventions for spine and upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions.
  

  • PTA.-202L Musculoskeletal Interventions I Lab

    Credits 0 / 4.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030  or ENGL-100  ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or a minimum score of 20 on the reading portion of the ACT. Co-requisite: Student must also enroll in one section of PTA.-202  Note: Coordinators signature is required to register in this course
    Pathology medical treatment and therapeutic interventions associated with musculoskeletal injuries/conditions. Practical application of interventions for spine and upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions.
  

  • PTA.-204 Musculoskeletal Conditions II

    Credits 3 / 1.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-202  Co-requisite: PTA.-204L  Note: Division signature required
    Pathology medical treatment and therapeutic interventions associated with musculoskeletal injuries/conditions. Practical application of interventions for lower extremity musculoskeletal conditions.
  

  • PTA.-204L Musculoskeletal Conditions II Lab

    Credits 0 / 4.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-202  Note: Division signature required Co-requisite: PTA.-204  
    Pathology medical treatment and therapeutic interventions associated with musculoskeletal injuries/conditions. Practical application of interventions for lower extremity musculoskeletal conditions.
  

  • PTA.-205 Life Span

    Credits 1 / 0.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-202 , PTA.-210  and PTA.-270  Note: Division signature required Corequisite: PTA.-212 , PTA.-280 , PTA.-205L 
    The study of human motor development including aging developmental reflexes and common pediatric and geriatric pathologies clinical findings data collection and intervention.
  

  • PTA.-205L Life Span Lab

    Credits 0 / 1.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Co-requisite: PTA.-212 , PTA.-280  and PTA.-205 
    The lab section of the course to study human motor development including aging developmental reflexes and common pediatric and geriatric pathologies clinical findings data collection and intervention.
  

  • PTA.-208 Physical Agents

    Credits 3 / 2 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-202  Note: Division signature required Co-Requisite: PTA.-204  and PTA.-208L  
    Physical and physiological principles underlying the application of pelvic traction intermittent pneumatic compression therapeutic electricity and biofeedback. Problem solving and application.
  

  • PTA.-208L Physical Agents Lab

    Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-202  Note: Division signature required Take PTA.-204  and PTA.-208  
    Physical and physiological principles underlying the application of pelvic traction intermittent pneumatic compression therapeutic electricity and biofeedback. Problem solving and application.
  

  • PTA.-210 Rehabilitation Procedures I

    Credits 5 / 3.5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076   Co-requisite: Student must enroll in one section of PTA.-210L  
    Principles and techniques of wheelchair fitting and management; safety and training in the use of orthotics and prosthetics; use of standardized questionnaries/scales; self-care and home/ community management. Ventilation respiration and circulation data collection. Aerobic capacity endurance conditioning/reconditioning. Gait locomotion/balance data collection safety and progression. Study and application of pathology clinical findings medical treatment and physical therapy interventions for selected neurological cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. Review of normal neuroanatomy/ neurophysiology.
  

  • PTA.-210L Rehabilitation Procedures I Lab

    Credits 0 / 4.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030  or ENGL-100 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076   Student must enroll in one section of PTA.-210  
    Principles and techniques of wheelchair fitting and management; safety and training in the use of orthotics and prosthetics; use of standardized questionnaries/scales; self-care and home/ community management. Ventilation respiration and circulation data collection. Aerobic capacity endurance conditioning/reconditioning. Gait locomotion/balance data collection safety and progression. Study and application of pathology clinical findings medical treatment and physical therapy interventions for selected neurological cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. Review of normal neuroanatomy/ neurophysiology.
  

  • PTA.-212 Rehabilitation Procedures II

    Credits 3 / 2.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-210 , PTA.-270  Note: Division signature required Corequisite: PTA. 205 , PTA. 280 , PTA. 212L 
    Pathology medical treatment and therapeutic interventions including practical application of interventions for selected neurological conditions including CVA TBI MS Parkinsons and Diabetes. Treatment approaches to include PNF NDT and other techniques to improve balance coordination strength and function. Abnormal tone motor control and motor learning theories.
  

  • PTA.-212L Rehabilitation Procedures II

    Credits 0 / 1.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Pre-requisite: PTA.-210 , PTA.-270  Note: Division signature required Co-requisite: PTA.-205 , PTA.-280 , PTA.-212 
    Pathology medical treatment and therapeutic interventions including practical application of interventions for selected neurological conditions including CVA TBI MS Parkinsons and Diabetes. Treatment approaches to include PNF NDT and other techniques to improve balance coordination strength and function. Abnormal tone motor control and motor learning theories.
  

  • PTA.-255 PTA Internship

    Credits 5 / 15 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course
    Clinical practice of 35-40 hours per week for six weeks applying previously learned skills and knowledge in the performance of all treatment modalities and procedures.
  

  • PTA.-270 Clinical Practice I

    Credits 2 / 6 Contact Hours
    Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Pre-requisite: PTA.-104  Division signature required Corequisite: PTA.-271 , PTA.-202  and/or PTA.-210  
    Clinical application of professional behaviors therapeutic interventions and data collection techniques.
  

  • PTA.-271 Health Care Management

    Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Pre-requisite: PTA.-104  Division signature required Co-requisite: PTA.-202 , PTA.-210  and PTA.-270  
    Clinical administration issues including organizational structure management fiscal responsibilities insurance and legal issues.
  

  • PTA.-280 Clinical Practice II

    Credits 2 / 6 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  
    Clinical application of professional behaviors therapeutic interventions and data collection techniques.
  

  • PTA.-290 Clinical Practice III

    Credits 4 / 10.8 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-280  Note: Division signature required Corequisite: PTA.-290L  
    The study of the comprehensive practice of professional behaviors data collection and intervention techniques using a case study format of diagnostic categories including musculoskeletal neurological cardio-vascular and pulmonary. The laboratory component will be followed by an eight-week physical therapist assistant internship at an assigned clinical facility. The intership includes application of professional behaviors data collection and therapeutic interventions.
  

  • PTA.-290L Clinical Practice

    Credits 0 / 1.2 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PTA.-280  Note: Division signature required Corequisite: PTA.-290  
    Comprehensive practice of professional behaviors data collection and intervention techniques using a case study format of diagnostic categories including musculoskeletal neurological cardio-vascular and pulmonary. The laboratory component will be followed by an eight-week physical therapist assistant internship at an assigned clinical facility. The internship includes application of professional behaviors data collection and therapeutic interventions.

Physics
  

  • PHYS-281 General College Physics I

    Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  A 2.0 or better in MATH-140  or MATH-145  or completion of MATH-170  or higher. Co-requisite: PHYS-281L  
    This course covers the topics of basic physical properties of mechanics sound and heat.
  

  • PHYS-281L General College Physics I Lab

    Credits 0 / 2 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100   Co-requisite: PHYS-281 
    This is the lab section of the course which covers the topics of basic physical properties of mechanics sound and heat.
  

  • PHYS-282 General College Physics II

    Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 . PHYS-281 .
    This course provides advanced discussion of the physical principles of electricity light and other physics topics.
  

  • PHYS-282L General College Physics II Lab

    Credits 0 / 2 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into ENGL-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PHYS-281   Co-requisite: PHYS-282  
    This is the lab section of the course which provides advanced discussion of the physical principles of electricity light and other physics topics.
  

  • PHYS-287 General Physics I

    Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100   Pre-requisite: MATH-170   Co-requisite: PHYS-287L  
    This course is designed to provide students who are planning majors in engineering or physical science programs with a basic understanding of the physical principles of mechanics sound and heat.
  

  • PHYS-287L General Physics I Lab

    Credits 0 / 2 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement in RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100  

      Co-requisite: PHYS-287 
    This is the lab section of the course which is designed to provide students who are planning majors in engineering or physical science programs with a basic understanding of the physical principles of mechanics sound and heat.
  

  • PHYS-288 General Physics II

    Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 . PHYS-287 .

      Co-requisite: PHYS-288L .
    This course provides an advanced understanding of the physical principles of electricity light and other physical principles. It is designed for students who are planning majors in engineering or physical science.
  

  • PHYS-288L General Physics II Lab

    Credits 0 / 2 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  Prerequisite: PHYS-287  

      Co-requisite: PHYS-288  
    This is the lab section of the course which provides an advanced understanding of the physical principles of electricity light and other physical principles. It is designed for students who are planning majors in engineering or physical science.

Political Science
  

  • PSCN-170 Introduction to American Government

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course is an introduction to the fuction and form of the US government and the contemporary political life in the US. Topics include political ideologies the role of interest groups and the media federalism civil rights parties and elections and the responsibility of citizenship.
  

  • PSCN-173 State and Local Government

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course is a survey of the origins development and functions of state and local government with special attention to Michigan.
  

  • PSCN-175 Civil Liberties

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016); PSCN 170  with a minimum 2.0
    This course is a survey of the courts the Constitution and politics that affect civil liberties. Topics include freedom of speech press religion criminal rights and civil rights laws.
  

  • PSCN-177 Introduction to Public Administration

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016); PSCN 170  , minimum grade 2.0
    This course is a survey of the concepts organization functions and political environment of the administration of government agencies.
  

  • PSCN-275 Comparative Government

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    A comparative study of the structures functions issues and performance of governments today. Topics include: methods and concepts of comparative analysis; the nation-state; structures institutions and processes of contemporary governments; political ideologies; and political performance.

Psychology
  

  • PSYC-181 Applied Psychology

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course addresses the psychological principles of human behavior and their application to home community civic responsibilities and working relationships with others on the job.
  

  • PSYC-184 Exceptional People

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 .
    This course focuses on children who are exceptional; specifically children who differ from the norm (either above or below) to such an extent that they require specialized services. Different types of exceptionalitites will be studied including intellectual disabilities emotional disorders learning disabilities communication disorders and gifted children. The course covers understanding and servicing individuals as well as managing a classroom/childcare facility using methods such as inclusion.
  

  • PSYC-280 General Psychology Laboratory

    Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100   Co-requisite: PSYC-281  
    This course provides an optional laboratory component to the PSYC-281  course. Students will study the scientific method the brain and nervous system sensation and perception learning cognition motivation human development personality mental health social behavior and animal behavior. The class will focus on the use of computer simulations and exploration of Internet resources.
  

  • PSYC-281 General Psychology

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Suggested co-requisite: PSYC-280  
    The scientific study of behavior and mental processes with special emphasis on research methods biological basis of behavior human development learning and cognition personality theories cultural environmental and interpersonal influences on behaviors abnormal development psychological disorders and therapeutic interventions.
  

  • PSYC-282 Social Psychology

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: PSYC-281 
    The study of the individual in group settings. Major areas of study include methodology socialization attitudes and beliefs social perception attribution theory interpersonal relationships aggression stereotyping prosocial behavior group dynamics and organizational effectiveness.
  

  • PSYC-283 Theories of Personality

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: PSYC-281 
    This course provides a systematic survey of fundamental theories of human personality and adjustment. Research methods and findings on personality including discussion on the abnormal and adjusted personality.
  

  • PSYC-285 Child Psychology

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: PSYC-281 
    The study of human development from the prenatal stages through adolescence stressing socialization factors leading to personality development in infancy and childhood and the effect of environmental factors on cognitive development.
  

  • PSYC-286 Abnormal Psychology

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: PSYC-281 
    The study of human emotional and mental problems and issues. The cause description and classification of personality and behavioral disorders are discussed including a review of therapeutic approaches.
  

  • PSYC-287 Educational Psychology

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: PSYC-281 
    The study of the principles of learning and teaching designed to meet the requirements of students preparing for teaching at either the elementary or secondary school level. Extensive reading class discussion and activities are combined to clarify learning theory the conditions of learning and the art of teaching.
  

  • PSYC-289 Psychology of Late Adulthood

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: PSYC-281 
    The study of adult development and aging. Developmental changes affecting sensation perception memory intelligence personality interpersonal relationships and social involvements will be studied. Psychopathology contemporary intervention techniques bereavement coping strategies death and dying within the context of the aging process.
  

  • PSYC-290 Psychology of Adolescence

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: PSYC-281 
    The study of the problems and issues that face teenagers and their parents. Emphasis is on the psychological impact of being a teenager in a rapidly changing world.
  

  • PSYC-291 Psychology of Human Development

    Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-100  (ACSR-100) or completion of RDNG-030 , ACLT-075  or ACLT-076  Pre-requisite: PSYC-281  
    The study of changes that occur across the life span of human beings from conception to death. Investigation of the processes of physical social and moral development; study of the development of language identity cognition emotion and personality.

Radio Frequency Id
  

  • RFID-180 Radio Frequency ID Fundamentals

    Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course covers radio frequency identification (RFID) concepts and fundamentals and how emerging electronic product code (EPCglobal) standards are influencing adoption. Content includes RFID capabilities current applications of RFID in business and practical ways to articulate use cases for this new technology to potential employers and peers.
  

  • RFID-181 Tagnet Middleware

    Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: RFID-180 .
    This course covers TagNet middleware specifically how to install configure and implement various use cases found in the supply chain. Topics include capabilities of TagNet and how various use case factors influence read rates and reliability.

Reading
  

  • RDNG-016 Essential Reading Skills

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Recommended Co-requisite: ENGL-095 , ENGL-098  or ENGL-099 
    Placement into this course determined by testing. This course exposes students to a collaborative reading activity which provides students with an opportunity to construct meaning from print. The student will engage in developing tools to direct their own learning experience through self- assessment strategies that enhance interpretation of print.
  

  • RDNG-030 Strategic Reading II

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100   Concurrent enrollment in ENGL-099  or placement into ENGL-101  strongly recommended.
    Placement into this course is determined by testing. The course advances student skill by providing repeated encounters with written print in an effort to develop a greater understanding of the purposes of construction of meaning and the acquisition of reading strategies and skills.
 

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