Technical Course Descriptons
OTA 1213 - Pathology of Psychiatric Conditions
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1213 - Pathology of Psychiatric Conditions.
This intake course provides a basic knowledge of psychiatric disorders encountered in occupational therapy practice. Emphasis is on etiology, prognosis, and management of various psychiatric conditions. The role and function of the OTA in the treatment process is also emphasized. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
OTA 1223 - Pathology of Physical Disability Conditions
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1223 - Pathology of Physical Disability Conditions.
This intake course provides a basic knowledge of selected diseases and conditions encountered in occupational therapy practice. Emphasis is on etiology, prognosis, and management of various pathological physical conditions. The role and function of the OTA in the treatment process is also emphasized. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
OTA 1233 - Pathology of Developmental Conditions
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1233 - Pathology of Developmental Conditions.
This intake course provides a basic knowledge of selected diseases and conditions encountered in occupational therapy practice. Emphasis is on etiology, prognosis, and management of various pathological developmental conditions. The student will compare and contrast normal and abnormal developmental patterns. The role and function of the OTA in treatment process is also emphasized. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
OTA 1243 - Pathology of Orthopedic Conditions
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1243 - Pathology of Orthopedic Conditions (Prerequisites: OTA 1132 & OTA 1314).
This intake course provides a basic knowledge of selected orthopedic conditions encountered in occupational therapy practice. Emphasis is placed upon mechanisms of pathology and basic treatment approaches. The role and function of the OTA in the treatment process is also emphasized. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
OTA 1314 - Kinesiology
Technical Hours: 4
OTA 1314 - Kinesiology (Prerequisite: OTA 1132).
This intake course studies individual muscles and muscle functions, biomechanical principles of joint motion, gait patterns, normal movement patterns, and goniometry. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
OTA 1413 - Therapeutic Media
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1413 - Therapeutic Media (Prerequisite: OTA 1113).
This manipulation course provides knowledge and use of tools, equipment, and basic techniques of woodworking and craft activities as therapeutic media. Emphasis is given to analyzation and instruction of activities frequently used as occupational therapy media. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
OTA 1423 - Occupational Therapy Skills I
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1423 - Occupational Therapy Skills I.
This manipulative course provides fundamental knowledge of practice skills used with patients/clients across the life span and with various diagnoses. Observation and documentation techniques will be introduced. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
OTA 1433 - Occupational Therapy Skills II
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1433 - Occupational Therapy Skills II (Prerequisite: OTA 1423). This manipulative course provides intermediate practice skills used with patients/clients across the life-span and with various diagnosis. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
OTA 1513 - Group Process
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1513 - Group Process.
This manipulative course introduces theory and research findings explaining group dynamics. The course teaches the student how to facilitate group effectiveness and the skills to apply that knowledge in practical situations. Methods and skills necessary to plan, write, and lead an occupational therapy group will be taught. The course focuses on the importance of group activity intervention primarily with the psychiatric population. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
OTA 1913 - Fieldwork IA
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 1913 - Fieldwork IA (Prerequisite: OTA 1423).
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to observe and participate in clinical fieldwork. The student will also begin to develop professional work habits. Students are expected to function as participant observers in the assigned clinical setting. One hour lecture. Six hours clinical. Three hours credit.
OTA 2443 - Occupational Therapy SkillsIII
Technical Hours: 3
OTA 2443 - Occupational Therapy Skills III (Prerequisite: OTA 1433). This manipulation course provides advanced practice skills used with patients/clients across the life-span and with various diagnoses. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
OTA 2714 - Concepts in Occupational Therapy
Technical Hours: 4
OTA 2714 - Concepts in Occupational Therapy (Prerequisite: OTA 1223, 1423, 1242 or 1243).
This manipulative course studies the occupational therapy treatment techniques for a variety of diagnoses while incorporating theoretical concepts. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
OTA 2812 - Healthcare Systems
Technical Hours: 2
OTA 2812 - Healthcare Systems.
This intake course is designed to examine the context of service delivery for occupational therapy. Various models of health care, education, community, and social systems will be examined. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
OTA 2935 - Fieldwork IB
Technical Hours: 5
OTA 2935 - Fieldwork IB (Prerequisite: OTA 1423).
This application course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to apply their knowledge of the occupational therapy process in clinical fieldwork. The student will also begin to develop professional work habits. Students are expected to function as participant observers in the clinical setting. One hour lecture. Twelve hours clinical. Five hours credit.
OTA 2946 - Fieldwork IIA
Technical Hours: 6
OTA 2946 - Fieldwork IIA (Prerequisites: OTA 1113, 1121, 1132, 1213, 1223, 1233, 1242, 1314, 1413, 1423, 1433, 1513, 1913, 2443, 2714, 2812, 2935, 2961).
This application course synthesizes previous didactic instruction and clinical experiences obtained in Fieldwork I. In Level IIA the student may encounter a variety of populations in a traditional or nontraditional based setting. Students will assume increasing responsibilities under supervision as appropriate for the setting. Eighteen hours clinical. Six hours credit.
OTA 2956 - Fieldwork IIB
Technical Hours: 6
OTA 2956 - Fieldwork IIB (Prerequisites: OTA 1113, 1121, 1132, 1213, 1223, 1233, 1242, 1314, 1413, 1423, 1433, 1513, 1913, 2443, 2714, 2812, 2935, 2961).
This application course synthesizes previous didactic instruction and clinical experiences obtained in Fieldwork I. In Level IIB, the student may encounter a variety of populations in a traditional or nontraditional based setting. Students will assume increasing responsibilities under supervision as appropriate for the setting. Eighteen hours clinical. Six hours credit.
OTA 2961 - Occupational Therapy Transitions I
Technical Hours: 1
OTA 2961 - Occupational Therapy Transitions I.
This course provides information and guidance to the student for their transitional process of becoming an Occupational Therapy Practitioner. This course will encompass a variety of professional skills and concepts. In addition, vital life skills will be discussed. One hour lecture. One hour credit.
OTA 2971 - Occupational Therapy Transitions II
Technical Hours: 1
OTA 2971 - Occupational Therapy Transitions II (Prerequisite: OTA 2961).
This course provides final preparation to the student for the transitional process of becoming an Occupational Therapy Practitioner. Three day seminar. One hour credit.
PNV 1666 - Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts and Clinical
Technical Hours: 6
PNV 1676 - Alterations in Adult Health Concepts & Clinical
Technical Hours: 6
PTA 1123 - Fundamental Concepts of Physical Therapy
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 1123 - Fundamental Concepts of Physical Therapy.
This course is an introduction to the field of physical therapy including role orientation, professional organizational structure, legal and ethical implications, and legislation. Historical patterns in the development of the profession will be explored and medical terminology introduced. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
PTA 1131 - PTA Practicum I
Technical Hours: 1
PTA 1131 - PTA Practicum I.
This course is designed to provide the student with observational time with participation in selected physical therapy activities. Three hours clinical. One hour credit.
PTA 1213 - Fundamental Skills for Physical Therapist Assistants
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 1213 - Fundamental Skills for Physical Therapist Assistants (Pre/Co-requisite: PTA 1123).
This course provides knowledge of topics utilized in the practice of physical therapy. Topics covered will include positioning, draping, transfers, body mechanics, gait training, and standard precautions. Vital signs, first aid, and emergency techniques will also be covered. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
PTA 1223 - Therapeutic Modalities
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 1223 - Therapeutic Modalities (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213 & 1314).
This course is an introduction to the theory and practical application of hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, cryotherapy, light therapy, and mechanotherapy. Emphasis will be placed on the technique of application, indications, and contraindications of modalities. Two hours lecture. One hour laboratory. Three hours credit.
PTA 1314 - Kinesiology
Technical Hours: 4
PTA 1314 - Kinesiology (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123 & 1213).
This course studies individual muscles and muscle functions, biomechanical principles of joint motion, gait analysis, goniometry, and postural assessment. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
PTA 1324 - Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation I
Technical Hours: 4
PTA 1324 - Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation I (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213, 1223 & 1314).
This course provides an overview of the biochemical and neurophysiological basis and application of various therapeutic exercises. The basics of therapeutic exercise are correlated with specific conditions. This course focuses on rehabilitation techniques in the treatment of a variety of selected conditions. Specialized exercise procedures are emphasized. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
PTA 1912 - Seminar I
Technical Hours: 2
PTA 1912 - Seminar I.
This course presents the opportunity for group assembly on a regular basis to work toward achievement of course objectives. Leadership skills, an understanding of group dynamics, community service, interaction with other health education students, and the practice of reading and interpreting professional literature are emphasized. A desire to continue development of knowledge and skills is stressed. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
PTA 1922 - Seminar II
Technical Hours: 2
PTA 1922 - Seminar II (Prerequisite: PTA 1123).
This course provides the opportunity for group assembly on a regular basis to work to achieve course objectives. Demonstration of leadership skills, an understanding of group dynamics, community service, interaction with other health education students, and the practice of reading and interpreting professional literature are further developed. A desire to continue development of knowledge and skills is emphasized. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
PTA 2234 - Electrotherapy
Technical Hours: 4
PTA 2234 - Electrotherapy (Prerequisites: PTA 1123, 1213 & 1314).
This course emphasizes theory and practical application of electrotherapy and other therapeutic procedures. Indications and contraindications of modalities are also discussed. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
PTA 2334 - Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation II
Technical Hours: 4
PTA 2334 - Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation II (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213, 1223, 1314, 1324 & 2413).
This course presents theory, principles, and techniques of therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation for primarily neurological conditions. Methods of functional, motor, and sensory assessment and intervention techniques are included. Principles of prosthetics and orthotics, functional training, and other techniques are covered. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
PTA 2413 - Clinical Education I
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 2413 - Clinical Education I (Prerequisites: Core Physical Therapist Assistant Courses).
This course provides supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills for which students have been deemed competent for the clinical setting. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
PTA 2423 - Clinical Education II
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 2423 - Clinical Education II (Prerequisites: Core Physical Therapist Assistant Courses).
This is the first of three culminating clinical education experiences (identified in a Normative Model of PTA Education as the first full-time clinical experience) that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the physical therapy profession. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
PTA 2433 - Clinical Education III
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 2433 - Clinical Education III (Prerequisites: Core Physical Therapist Assistant Courses).
This is the second of three culminating clinical education experiences that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the Physical Therapy profession. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
PTA 2443 - Clinical Education IV
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 2443 - Clinical Education IV (Prerequisites: All Core Physical Therapist Assistant and Clinical Education Courses).
This is the third of three culminating clinical education experiences (identified in a Normative Model of PTA Education as the last full-time clinical experience) that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the Physical Therapy profession. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
PTA 2513 - Medical Conditions & Related Pathology
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 2513 - Medical Conditions and Related Pathology (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213, 1314, 1324 1223, 2234, 2413 & 2334).
This course provides a basic knowledge of selected diseases and conditions encountered in physical therapy practice. Emphasis is on etiology, pathology, and clinical picture of diseases studied. Various physical therapy procedures in each disability are discussed. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
PTA 2523 - Physical Therapy Seminar
Technical Hours: 3
PTA 2523 - Physical Therapy Seminar (Prerequisite: Four semesters of core Physical Therapist Assistant course work).
This course represents a synthesis of previous didactic, laboratory, and clinical experiences. Students are directed to explore a topic or area of interest in physical therapy practice. Recognition of the importance of employability skills after graduation is included. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
PTA 2912 - Seminar III
Technical Hours: 2
PTA 2912 - Seminar III (Prerequisite: PTA 1912 & 1922).
This course further develops the principles and characteristics presented in PTA 1912 & PTA 1922. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
RST 1312 - Freshman Orientation
Technical Hours: 2
RST 1312 - Freshman Orientation.
This course is designed to help students adjust to college life. Course content includes personal, academic, and financial information to assist the student in succeeding in college. The course is designed to teach effective study habits, reading methods, use of the library, note taking, report writing, financial responsibility education and gives the student guidance in collegiate life. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
SSP 1002 - Smart Start Pathway
Technical Hours: 2
SSP 1002 – Smart Start Pathway.
Students will enroll in the MS Works system and learn three components within the pathway: Career Awareness, Necessary Skills, and Basic Skills. They will develop the foundational skills needed for their careers, learn and practice good work habits and effective communication that is necessary in successful employment. Students will learn how to become prepared to learn new skills for future careers within their region’s workforce sector, identifying the career components that are necessary for middle-skill employment. Students will complete the WorkKeys® assessment in Workplace Documents, Applied Math, and Graphic Literacy which allows students to quantify the foundational skills needed to perform job tasks successfully and enables students to demonstrate they have these skills. Upon completion of this assessment, students will earn a National Career Readiness Certificate, a credential issued by ACT that documents work readiness.
SUT 1113 - Fundamentals of Surgical Technology
Technical Hours: 3
SUT 1113 - Fundamentals of Surgical Technology (Co-requisites: All 1st semester courses) (Prerequisites: CPR-Health Care Provider).
This is a basic introductory course including hospital and surgical suite organization and environment, history, legal responsibilities, terminology, interpersonal relationships, and biomedical sciences. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
SUT 1217 - Principles of Surgical Technique
Technical Hours: 7
SUT 1217 - Principles of Surgical Technique (Co-requisites: All 1st semester courses).
This course is a comprehensive study of aseptic technique, safe patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and surgical techniques. Three hours lecture. Eight hours laboratory. Seven hours credit.
SUT 1223 - Medical Terminology for Surgical Technologists
Technical Hours: 3
SUT 1223 - Medical Terminology for Surgical Technologists.
A study of medical terminology as it relates to the practice of surgical technology. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
SUT 1314 - Surgical Anatomy
Technical Hours: 4
SUT 1314 - Surgical Anatomy (Co-requisites: All 1st semester courses).
Emphasis is placed on the structure and function of the human body as related to surgery. Application of the principles of surgical anatomy to participation in clinical experience. Four hours lecture. Four hours credit.
SUT 1413 - Surgical Microbiology
Technical Hours: 3
SUT 1413 - Surgical Microbiology (Co-requisites: All 1st semester courses).
This is an introduction to pathogenic microorganisms related to surgery and their effect on wound healing and infection. It includes principles of sterilization and disinfection. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
SUT 1518 - Basic and Related Surgical Procedures
Technical Hours: 8
SUT 1518 - Basic and Related Surgical Procedures (Prerequisites: All 1st semester courses & CPR-Health Care Provider).
This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, surgical techniques, and safe patient care in general surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, and genitourinary. It requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments. Four hours lecture. Twelve hours clinical. Eight hours credit.
SUT 1528 - Specialized Surgical Procedures
Technical Hours: 8
SUT 1528 - Specialized Surgical Procedures (Prerequisites: All 1st semester courses & CPR-Health Care Provider).
This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, techniques, and safe patient care in surgical specialty areas of ear, nose, and throat; eye; oral & maxillofacial surgery, orthopedics, and plastics. This course requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments. Four hours lecture. Twelve hours clinical. Eight hours credit.
SUT 1539 - Advanced Surgical Procedures
Technical Hours: 9
SUT 1539 - Advanced Surgical Procedures (Prerequisites: All 2nd semester courses & CPR-Health Care Provider).
This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, techniques, and safe patient care in surgical specialty areas of neurosurgery, thoracic, peripheral vascular, cardiovascular surgery, employability skills, and all-hazards preparation. This course requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments and a comprehensive final examination. Four hours lecture. Fifteen hours clinical. Nine hours credit.
SUT 1703 - Certification & Role Transition
Technical Hours: 3
SUT 1703 - Certification and Role Transition.
This course is an in-depth study of the role of the surgical technologist and review for the certification examination. The course examines liability and legal issues of practice, adapting critical thinking skills to a variety of practice settings, effective team and professional behaviors, continuing education, and ethical issues. Practice on computer simulations is required. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
TBA 1113 - Principles of Banking
Technical Hours: 3
TBA 1113 - Principles of Banking.
A comprehensive introduction to modern banking, this course touches on almost all aspects of bank functions. Primary topics include the following: the language and documents of banking; check processing; teller functions; deposit function; trust services; bank bookkeeping; and bank loans and investments. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
TBA 2413 - Business Law I
Technical Hours: 3
TBA 2413 - Business Law I.
This course is designed to acquaint the students with the fundamental principles of law as they relate to the basic legal problems of business transactions in our economy. Special attention will be given to an introduction to law; law of contracts; agencies and employment; negotiable instruments and commercial papers. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
