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PSYC 2360 - Lifespan: Adulthood and Aging
(1L)(1CR) [E] An overview of the lifespan from adulthood to later maturity, the theoretical bases for adult development, and the psychological, physical, social and emotional aspects of adult transitions. Current research methodology on adulthood will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: PSYC 2300 , or concurrent enrollment with consent of instructor.
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PSYC 2380 - Social Psychology
(3L)(3CR) [E] Social Psychology familiarizes students with the psychology of human interaction. Topics addressed include aggression, altruism, attitudes, attraction, conformity, group dynamics, perception of self and others, prejudice, social roles and social power.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 or equivalent.
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PSYC 2390 - Acquired Brain Injuries
(3L)(3CR) An introductory course that focuses on the major areas of research and treatment application in the field of acquired brain injuries (ABI), Various types of brain injuries, etiologies of these injuries, and treatments of these injuries will be presented.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 , BIOL 1000 (or equivalent), HLTK 1200 .
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PSYC 2465 - Special Problems in Psychology
(1-3CR) Directed study and research reserved for students who have successfully completed previous course work in psychology. A comprehensive research project or in-depth literature review is required. Topics must meet with the approval of the instructor the semester prior to initiating the course. Special problem work shall proceed under direct supervision of a Casper College psychology instructor.
Prerequisites: PSYC 2000 or concurrent enrollment, or permission of the instructor.
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PSYC 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)
(2-3L) (2-3CR) (Max. 6) Offered in answer to specific need or public interest. A student may repeat this course twice under different subtitles to a maximum of six credit hours.
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PSYC 2970 - Cognitive Retraining Practicum
(1L, 4LB)(3CR) Supervised experience in working with individuals who have acquired brain injuries (ABI) in community based settings. Weekly on campus classes are conducted and students complete a minimum of 60 hours in off-campus practicum locations at cooperating treatment agencies/facilities. The class provides opportunities for students to gain practical field experience in working with individuals with brain injuries and to apply knowledge acquired in previous courses. The off-campus practicum time will be scheduled, structured, and supervised by a certified or licensed professional. S/U grading only.
Prerequisites: PSYC 2390 , HLTK 1625 , HLTK 1620 , CPR and AED.
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PTEC 1020 - Introduction to Mechanical Fundamentals
(2L)(2CR) Students explore the mechanical concepts commonly found in a plant setting. They will examine piping systems including dimension, connections, blinding and more. Students become familiar with common hand tools and terminology found in many plants. They examine steam traps, strainers and their applications. They are also introduced to common pumps and drivers, compressors fans and heat exchangers.
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PTEC 1500 - Introduction to Process Technology
(2L)(2CR) This course is the foundation for all of the other courses in the PTEC program. Introduction to Process Technology provides a general overview of the Process Industry, the roles and responsibilities of Process Technicians, types of equipment and processes handled on the job, and the general knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to succeed as a Process Technician. It is expected that students will use this course as an opportunity to explore the industry and the occupation of Process Technician before making a long-term commitment to become a Process Technician.
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PTEC 1550 - Foundations of Quality
(2L)(2CR) Foundations of Quality introduces students to many process industry-related quality concepts including operating consistency, continuous improvement, plant economics, team skills and statistical process control (SPC).
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PTEC 1600 - Process Technology I
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) The purpose of this course is to provide an overview or introduction into the field of Process Technology I - Equipment within the process industry. Within this course, students will be introduced to many process industry-related equipment concepts including purpose, components, operation, and the Process Technician’s role for operating and troubleshooting the equipment.
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PTEC 1605 - Process Technology II
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) Fundamentals of automatic control - including the operation of selected sensors and conditioning circuits. Several process control systems will be analyzed and reproduced using single loop digital controllers. Additional topics include: data communications in the industrial process and programmable logic controllers.
Prerequisites: ELTR 1515 or ELTR 1570 or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed: ELTR 1605
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PTEP 2500 - Introduction to Paramedic Technology
(7L, 3LB)(8CR) This course covers the preparatory, airway management and ventilation, and patient assessment sections of the EMT -Paramedic National Standard Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as practical lab exercises designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care to those in need.
Prerequisites: Students must apply for entrance, and be accepted into the paramedic technology program prior to enrollment.
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PTEP 2550 - Introduction to Paramedic Technology Clinical
(6LB)(2CR) This clinical time is dedicated to initiating intravenous access, medication administration and airway management in the clinical setting.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of PTEP 2500
Concurrent enrollment in PTEP 2600 and permission of the instructor.
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PTEP 2600 - Paramedic Technology Medical Emergencies
(7L, 3LB)(8CR) This course covers the medical emergencies section of the EMT - Paramedic National Standard Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as practical lab exercises designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care to those who are experiencing a medical emergency along with the appropriate care and intervention(s) necessary to insure safe, effective and efficient transport to the most appropriate facility.
Prerequisites: Students must successfully complete PTEP 2500 and be concurrently enrolled in PTEP 2550 .
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PTEP 2650 - Paramedic Technology Medical Emergencies Clinical
(9LB)(3CR) This clinical time is dedicated to medical emergencies, respiratory emergencies, cardiology and obstetrics/gynecology with the student having exposure to and participating in the management of medical emergencies in the emergency room, cath lab, cardiopulmonary lab, respiratory therapy and labor and deliver settings.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of PTEP 2600
Concurrent enrollment in PTEP 2700 , and permission of the instructor.
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PTEP 2675 - Paramedic Technology Trauma
(2L, 15LB)(7CR) This course covers the trauma section of the EMT-Paramedic National Standard Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as clinical and field experiences designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care to those who have experienced a traumatic injury along with the appropriate care and intervention(s) necessary to ensure safe, effective and efficient transport to the most appropriate facility.
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PTEP 2700 - Paramedic Technology Advanced Cardiology and Special Considerations
(7L, 3LB)(8CR) This course covers the trauma and special considerations section of the EMT - Paramedic National Standard Curriculum. Students will participate in classroom lecture and discussion as well as practical lab exercises designed to prepare the student to provide emergency care to those who have experienced a traumatic injury along with the appropriate care and intervention(s) necessary to insure safe, effective and efficient transport to the most appropriate facility. This course will also explore the pediatric and geriatric populations as well as those who are technology dependent and how to best provide care and transport for those people.
Prerequisites: Students must successfully complete PTEP 2500 , PTEP 2550 , PTEP 2600 and be concurrently enrolled in PTEP 2650 and have permission of the instructor.
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PTEP 2750 - Paramedic Technology Field and Clinical Internship
(3L, 21LB)(10CR) This clinical time is to solidify and put into practice all that has been learned to this point. The student will be able to apply the skills and knowledge gained in previous classroom and clinical experience in order to provide quality and appropriate patient care and transportation to the most appropriate facility. This will be accomplished through extensive clinical and field internship time as well as classroom time preparing for state and national certifying examinations, both written and practical.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of PTEP 2500 , PTEP 2550 , PTEP 2600 , PTEP 2650 , PTEP 2700 and permission of the instructor. Students must also have a current AHA BLS for HCP card, AHA ACLS card and AHA PALS card.
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RDTK 1500 - Introduction to Radiologic Technology
(4L/week)(1CR) An orientation of the radiologic technology profession. Emphasis is on history, medical ethics, radiology administration, certification, and professional organizations.
Prerequisites: selection into program.
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RDTK 1530 - Patient Care and Management
(2L)(2CR)* *Three week minimester session. Orienting student health professionals into patient care methodology in the clinical environment. Emphasis is placed on the illness process and specific nursing and radiologic patient care procedures.
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RDTK 1580 - Radiographic Positioning I
(1L, 2LB)(2CR)* *Three week minimester session. Positioning skills of the chest and abdomen; hand and wrist; forearm, elbow and humerus are emphasized.
Prerequisites: acceptance into the Radiography Program.
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RDTK 1610 - Radiographic Imaging I
(2L, 3LB)(3CR) Identifying and demonstrating essential operating principles of x-ray machines, and the factors and ancillary equipment that contribute to the production of optimum diagnostic quality radiographs.
Prerequisites: MATH 1400
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RDTK 1640 - Radiographic Imaging II
(2L, 3LB)(3CR) Skills that facilitate the production of quality radiographs. Analyzing different modes of imaging and intensification systems. Emphasis is placed on primary and secondary exposure factors, recording media, and special imaging techniques. Computed radiography and digital imaging will be covered in detail.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1610 .
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RDTK 1680 - Radiographic Positioning II
(1.5L, 1.5LB)(2CR) Positioning skills and anatomy of the lower extremity, myelography, spine radiography and arthrography. Mobile and surgical radiographic procedures will be demonstrated when applicable.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1580 .
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RDTK 1710 - Clinical Education I
(28LB/week)(2CR) This course involves a practical learning experience in the clinical radiographic environment. Students participate at pre-scheduled time periods and practice their radiographic skills for a total of 144 clinical education hours at various clinical locations. Students will be under the supervision of clinical instructors or registered radiographers during their experience. Basic skills necessary to perform entry level tasks in the clinical setting will be reviewed. Positioning skills of the chest, abdomen, hand, wrist, elbow and forearm will be covered. Radiation protection principles will be reviewed. See program policies for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description.
Prerequisites: currently passing RDTK 1580 .
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RDTK 1810 - Clinical Education II
(13.5LB)(3CR) A continuation of RDTK 1710 . This course involves a practical learning experience in the clinical radiographic environment. Students participate at pre-scheduled time periods and practice their radiographic skills for a total of 195 clinical education hours at various clinical locations. Students will be under the supervision of clinical instructors or registered radiographers during their experience. Skills necessary to perform entry level tasks in the clinical setting will be reviewed. Positioning skills of the shoulder, humerus, clavicle, scapula, AC joints, and lower extremities including the pelvic girdle will be covered. See program policies for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1710 .
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RDTK 1830 - Pharmacology for Radiographers
(1L)(1CR) This course is designed to introduce the radiography student to common drugs the radiographer should be familiar with and those stocked for emergency use. The course will also include an overview of the laws governing drug administration. Venipuncture procedures and skill will be reviewed.
Prerequisites: current enrollment in the radiography program.
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RDTK 1910 - Clinical Education III
(13.5LB)(3CR) A continuation of RDTK 1810 . This course involves a practical learning experience in the clinical radiographic environment. Students participate at pre-scheduled time periods and practice their radiographic skills for a total of 195 clinical education hours at various clinical locations. Students will be under the supervision of clinical instructors or registered radiographers during their experience. Skills necessary to perform entry level tasks in the clinical setting will be reviewed. Positioning skills of the spine and contrast studies will be covered. See program policies for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1610 and RDTK 1810 .
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RDTK 1915 - Introduction to Computed Tomography
(2L)(2CR) This course is designed to introduce the medical imaging student to basic aspects of computed tomography. An overview of history and technical advances related to CT, patient care and assessment specific to CT procedures, contrast media, radiation protection practices, as well as screening procedures and patient education. A basic introduction to the clinical setting will also be included.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Computed Tomography Program.
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RDTK 1920 - Computed Tomography Procedures I
(3L)(3CR) This course covers the anatomy and common pathology associated with computer tomography. The anatomical structures will be demonstrated in the axial, sagittal and coronal imaging planes. Scanning protocols, contrast administration, and contraindications for computed tomography of the head, neck, chest, musculoskeletal, abdomen, and pelvis will be presented. Content provides detailed coverage of procedures for CT imaging. Procedures include, but are not limited to, indications for the procedure, patient education, preparation, orientation and positioning, patient history and assessment, contrast media usage, scout image, selectable scan parameters, filming and archiving of the images. CT procedures will be taught for differentiation of specific structures, patient symptomology and pathology images studied will reviewed for quality, anatomy and pathology. CT procedures vary from facility to facility and normally are dependent on the preferences of the radiologists. Patient Care, contrast media, venipuncture, CT injection procedures, radiation safety and protection will be emphasized for each of the scanning procedures.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Computed Tomography Program, HLTK 2200 .
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RDTK 1925 - Computed Tomography Physics and Instrumentation I
(3L)(3CR) Content is designed to impart an understanding of the physical principles and instrumentation involved in computed tomography. Physics topics covered include the characteristics of X-radiation, CT beam attenuation, linear attenuation coefficients, tissue characteristics and Hounsfield numbers application. Data acquisition and manipulation techniques, image reconstruction algorithms such as filtered back-projection will be explained. Radiation protection and ethical issues associated with CT will be discussed.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1610 , RDTK 1640 .
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RDTK 1930 - Computed Tomography Clinical I
(13.5LB/week)(3CR) Clinical education involves a practical learning experience in the patient care environment. Students participate in pre-scheduled time periods and practice their CT skills in a hospital or clinic setting. Students will be under the supervision of an experienced CT technologist. Emphasis will be placed on equipment utilization, exposure techniques, patient care, evaluation of CT procedures, evaluate image quality, radiation safety practices, contrast administration, positioning protocols and image acquisition. A specified number of clinical exam competencies will be required.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1915 .
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RDTK 1940 - Introduction to MRI
(2L)(2CR) This course introduces the basic principles of MR safety and covers the concepts of patient management during MRI procedures. Educating patients and ancillary staff on magnet safety also is presented. Patient and magnet-related emergencies represent a unique situation to an MR technologist; recommended procedures and responsibilities of the technologist will be discussed for these situations. This content also covers MR contract agents and contraindications.
Prerequisites: Admission to the MRI Program.
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RDTK 1945 - MRI Clinical Education I
(13.5LB/week)(3CR) Clinical education involves a practical learning experience in the patient care environment. Students participate in pre-scheduled time periods and practice their MRI skills in a hospital or clinic setting. Students will be under the supervision of an experienced MRI technologist. Emphasis will be placed on equipment utilization, exposure techniques, patient care, evaluation of MR procedures, evaluation of image quality, MR safety practices, contrast administration, positioning protocols and image acquisition. A specified number of clinical exam competencies will be required. A total of 195 supervised clinical hours will be completed.
Prerequisites: Admission to the MRI Program, RDTK 1940 .
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RDTK 1950 - MRI Procedures I
(3L)(3CR) This content provides the student with imaging techniques related to the head, neck, spine, chest, thorax and abdominopelvic regions. The content covers specific clinical application, coils that are available and their use, considerations in the scan sequences, specific choices in the protocols (e.g., slice thickness, phase direction and flow compensation), and positioning criteria. Anatomical structures and the plane that best demonstrates anatomy are discussed as well as signal characteristics of normal and abnormal structures. This content outlines the critical criteria relevant to acquiring high-quality images of various anatomical regions. Due to different considerations for the various regions in the body, imaging protocols vary. The student studies the variations in imaging parameters for specific body regions and the resultant effect on signal characteristics and the anatomy represented. Evaluation criteria for determining the quality of images provides MR technologists with a better understanding of what constitutes a high-quality image. In a competency-based educational system, this content is completed prior to competency examinations. Review of appropriate patient care, contrast agents, and safety considerations while working in a magnetic field will be emphasized for each procedure. Pathologies associated with the areas discussed in this course will be reviewed.
Prerequisites: Admission to MRI program, HLTK 2200 .
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RDTK 1955 - MRI Principles I: Physics of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
(3L)(3CR) This unit provides the student with a comprehensive overview of MR imaging principles. Topics include the history of MR, nuclear MR signal production, tissue characteristics, pulse sequencing, imaging parameters/options and image formation. This course is required to understand the basic principles of MR image acquisition. The course provides information on the fundamentals of MR image acquisition. This information is useful to enable the student to maximize MR image quality by understanding the fundamentals of MR imaging. Other areas covered include: magnetism, properties of magnetism, MR system components, MR magnets (permanent, resistive, superconducting, hybrid), radio frequency (RF) systems, gradient systems, shim systems and system shielding.
Prerequisites: Admission into MRI program, RDTK 1940 .
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RDTK 2580 - Radiographic Positioning III
(1.5L, 1.5LB)(2CR) Positioning skills of the cranium, sella turcica; petrous pyramids; facial bones; zygomatic arches; nasal bones; mandible; temporomandibular joints; temporal bone; optic foramen; coccyx, bony thorax, digestive, and urinary systems including a study of contract media and fluoroscopy. Pediatric studies will also be included.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1680 .
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RDTK 2630 - Radiographic Pathology
(2L)(2CR) General principles of pathology as well as disease processes and radiographic manifestations of specific body systems will be covered. A portion of the course will be devoted to the study of cancer and its radiographic appearance for the various systems. (Fall semester.)
Prerequisites: ZOO 2040 , ZOO 2041 , ZOO 2110 , and RDTK 2810 .
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RDTK 2640 - Radiation Biology and Protection
(2L)(2CR) The effects of ionizing radiation on biological systems and essential radiation protection guidelines to minimize radiation exposure to the radiographer, the patient, and the public.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1610 , RDTK 2710 , and ZOO 2040 , and ZOO 2041 .
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RDTK 2710 - Clinical Education IV
(28LB/week)(2CR) A continuation of RDTK 1910 . This course involves a practical learning experience in the clinical radiographic environment. Students participate at prescheduled time periods and practice their radiographic skills for a total of 144 clinical education hours at various clinical locations. Students will be under the supervision of clinical instructors or registered radiographers during their experience. Skills necessary to perform entry level tasks in the clinical setting will be reviewed. Contrast studies, mammography, computerized tomography, myelography and arthrography will be emphasized. Students will also be scheduled in rotations through specialty imaging and therapeutic modalities. See program policies for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1910 .
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RDTK 2810 - Clinical Education V
(22.5LB)(5CR) A continuation of RDTK 2710 . This course involves a practical learning experience in the clinical radiographic environment. Students participate at pre-scheduled time periods and practice their radiographic skills for a total of 330 clinical education hours at various clinical locations. Students will be under the supervision of clinical instructors or registered radiographers during their experience. Skills necessary to perform entry level tasks in the clinical setting will be reviewed. Skull, facial bones, CT, pediatric, contrast studies, trauma, surgical and mobile procedures will be reviewed. Students will also be scheduled in rotations through specialty imaging and therapeutic modalities. See program policies for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description.
Prerequisites: RDTK 2710 .
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RDTK 2910 - Clinical Education VI
(22.5LB)(5CR) A continuation of RDTK 2810 . This course involves a practical learning experience in the clinical radiographic environment. Students participate at pre-scheduled time periods and practice their radiographic skills for a total of 330 clinical education hours at various clinical locations. Students will be under the supervision of clinical instructors or registered radiographers during their experience. Skills necessary to perform entry level tasks in the clinical setting will be reviewed. Review sessions will cover all imaging procedures in preparation for graduation and the national ARRT examination. Students will also be scheduled in rotations through specialty imaging and therapeutic modalities. See program policies for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description.
Prerequisites: RDTK 2810 .
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RDTK 2915 - MRI Clinical Education II
(13.5LB/week)(3CR) Clinical education involves a practical learning experience in the patient care environment. Students participate in pre-scheduled time periods and practice their MRI skills in a hospital or clinic setting. Students will be under the supervision of an experienced MRI technologist. Emphasis will be placed on equipment utilization, exposure techniques, patient care, evaluation of MR procedures, evaluation image quality, MR safety practices, contrast administration, positioning protocols and image acquisition. A specified number of clinical exam competencies will be required.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1945 .
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RDTK 2920 - MRI Procedures II
(3L)(3CR) This content provides the student with imaging techniques related to the musculoskeletal system, upper and lower extremities and vascular systems. The course will also present detailed content covering MRI pediatric procedures and specialized MR imaging exams to include: Magnetic resonance angiography, MR arthrography, and fMRI. The content covers specific application, coils that are available and their use, considerations in the scan sequences, specific choices in the protocols (e.g., slice thickness, phase direction and flow compensation), and positioning criteria. Anatomical structures and the plane that best demonstrates anatomy are discussed as well as signal characteristics of normal and abnormal structures. Content outlines the critical criteria relevant to acquiring high-quality images of various anatomical regions. Due to different considerations for the various regions in the body, imaging protocols vary. The student will study the variations in imaging parameters for specific body regions and the resultant effect on signal characteristics and the anatomy represented. Evaluation criteria for determining the quality of images provides MR technologists with a better understanding of what constitutes a high-quality image. In a competency-based educational system, this content is completed prior to competency examinations. Pathologies associated with the areas discussed in this course will be reviewed.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1950 .
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RDTK 2925 - MRI Principles II: Instrumentation and Imaging
(3L)(3CR) This unit is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive overview of MR pulse sequences, image formation and image contrast. Pulse sequences include spin echo, inversion recovery, echo planar, parallel imaging and spectroscopy. In addition, tissue characteristics, contrast agents and post processing techniques are covered. This course provides the student with knowledge of the parameters and imaging options used to create MR images. In addition, the content introduces quality assurance measures used in maintaining image quality.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1955 .
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RDTK 2930 - Transition from Student to Radiographer
(2L)(2CR) Provides the advanced student technologist an opportunity to review previously learned radiologic material and effectively prepare for the national certification examination. Résumé preparation, interviewing skills and professional organization participation will be included. Continuing personal and professional growth will be emphasized in this course.
Prerequisites: RDTK 2910 .
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RDTK 2935 - Computed Tomography Clinical II
(13.5LB/week)(3CR) Clinical education involves a practical learning experience in the patient care environment. Students participate in pre-scheduled time periods and practice their CT skills in a hospital or clinic setting. Students will be under the supervision of an experienced CT technologist. In this second clinical course students will be expected to perform more advanced procedures in a solo capacity under supervision. Emphasis will be placed on CT technique, selection, patient care, anatomy, pathology, understanding image quality, radiation safety practices, contrast administration, positioning and image acquisition. Post processing techniques will also be included. A specified number of clinical exam competencies will be required.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1930 .
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RDTK 2941 - Computed Tomography Physics and Instrumentation II
(3L)(3CR) Content is designed to impart an understanding of the physical principles and instrumentation involved in computed tomography. Physics topics covered include computed tomography systems and operations will be explored with full coverage of radiographic tube configuration, collimator design and function, detector type, characteristics and functions and the CT computer and array processor. CT image processing and display will be examined from data acquisition through post processing and archiving and patient factors related to other elements affecting image quality will be explained, as well as artifact production and reduction and image communication.
Prerequisites: RDTK 1925 .
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RDTK 2945 - Computed Tomography Procedures II
(3L)(3CR) This course covers the anatomy and common pathology associated with computer tomography. The anatomical structures will be demonstrated in the axial, sagittal and coronal imaging planes. Scanning protocols, contrast administration, and contraindications for computer tomography of the pediatric procedures will be covered in depth to include: exam protocol, radiation protection and dose considerations, special patient care issues and contrast media and injections. Pediatric exams will cover CT of the head, neck, spine, abdomen, chest, musculoskeletal system, and CT angiography. Special applications in CT will be presented. Specialized CT procedures will include breast imaging, interventional CT studies, CT fluoroscopy, PET and CT fusion, cardiac scanning, CT angiography, CT guided biopsies, virtual colonoscopy, brain and transplant studies. Radiation therapy simulation studies will also be discussed. Content provides detailed coverage of procedures for CT imaging. Procedures include, but are not limited to, indications for the procedure, patient education, preparation, orientation and positioning , patient history and assessment, contrast media usage, scout image, selectable scan parameters, filming and archiving of the images. CT procedures will be taught for differentiation of specific structures, patient symptomology and pathology. CT images studied will be reviewed for quality, anatomy and pathology. CT procedures vary from facility to facility and normally are dependent on the preferences of the radiologists.
Prerequisites: HLTK 2200 , RDTK 1920 .
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RDTK 2990 - Special Topics in Radiography: (Subtitle)
(1-3L) (1-3CR) Will be molded to meet the needs in the radiographic community. Topics identified by the group will be discussed in seminar format. Any group with specific concerns should consult the director of the radiologic technology program.
Prerequisites: sophomore standing or graduate technologist.
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RELI 1000 - Introduction to Religion
(3L)(3CR) [E] This course will introduce the major world religions and the role they play in shaping cultures and societies. Draws on various academic approaches to study religions emphasizing similarities and differences.
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RESP 1500 - Introduction to Respiratory Therapy
(3L)(3CR) Historical, governmental, and association overview of respiratory therapy. This course will introduce the student to patient assessment concepts as well as common respiratory pathologies and an introduction to respiratory pathologies. This course will introduce the student to respiratory physics. (First year summer semester.)
Prerequisites: admission into the respiratory therapy program.
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RESP 1505 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology
(2L)(2CR) This course will cover the Anatomy and Physiology of the Cardiopulmonary systems of the adult human body. (First year fall semester.)
Prerequisites: admission into the respiratory therapy program.
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RESP 1507 - Respiratory Therapy I
(3L)(3CR) This course will cover Oxygen supply and medical gases, as well as an overview of common respiratory pathologies. (First year fall semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 1500 RESP 1505 .
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RESP 1515 - Respiratory Lab I
(4LB)(1CR) This course will be the laboratory where respiratory skills are practiced, simulated and learned before using them in the clinical rotation. Subjects covered will be patient assessment, oxygen systems and administration, aerosol and humidity therapy, medication delivery, lung expansion therapy and pulmonary hygiene. (First year fall semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 1500 , RESP 1505 .
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RESP 1518 - Respiratory Practicum I
(12LB)(3CR) Students will rotate to several clinical sites as well as our clinical simulation center, in order to practice skills training under direct supervision. These rotations will include patient assessment, oxygen administration, aerosol and humidity therapy, medication delivery and lung expansion therapy.
Prerequisites: RESP 1500 , RESP 1505 .
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RESP 1523 - Respiratory Pharmacology
(2L)(2CR) This course will cover material on respiratory specific drugs and those drugs that are commonly used in association with respiratory disease. (First year fall semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 1500 , RESP 1505 .
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RESP 1527 - Respiratory Therapy II
(3L)(3CR) Course material will cover subjects of respiratory failure, and mechanical ventilation for the adult patient. All phases of mechanical ventilation will be introduced, including initiation, management and weaning. (First year spring semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 1507 , RESP 1515 , RESP 1518 , RESP 1523 .
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RESP 1535 - Respiratory Lab II
(4LB)(1CR) Course material will include mechanical ventilation and patient monitoring, airway management, suctioning, tracheostomy care and EKG’s. (First year spring semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 1507 , RESP 1515 , RESP 1518 , RESP 1523 .
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RESP 1538 - Respiratory Practicum II
(16LB)(4CR) Continuation of skills training at our clinical sites and clinical simulation center. Additional skills in airway management and ventilator initiation will be introduced under direct supervision. Case studies will be researched and presented to the class. The student will also participate in critical thinking classes to improve their clinical decision making skills. See program handbook for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description. (First year spring semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 1507 , RESP 1515 , RESP 1518 , RESP 1523 .
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RESP 1545 - Respiratory Pathophysiology
(2L)(2CR) This course will cover common respiratory therapy disease pathologies that require special diagnostic evaluation techniques and treatment modalities. Course subject content will include airway management, EKG’s, PFT’s, HBO, bronchoscopy, chest tubes and the pathophysiology of the renal system.
Prerequisites: , , ,
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RESP 2500 - Respiratory Specialty Practicum
(12LB)(3CR) Continuation of skills training at our clinical sites, and clinical simulation center. During this clinical rotation, students will be exposed to mechanical ventilation in the adult critical care setting.
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RESP 2507 - Respiratory Therapy III
(3L)(3CR) This course will continue in the study of mechanical ventilation with emphasis on advanced modes and management as well as operational overviews of ABG drawing and analysis. Students should have an understanding of some common pathophysiologies associated with critical care. (Second year fall semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 2500 .
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RESP 2510 - Respiratory Pediatrics and Neonatology
(2L)(2CR) Course material will cover prenatal, neonatal, and pediatric respiratory care. (First year spring semester.)
Prerequisites:
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RESP 2545 - Respiratory Lab III
(4LB)(1CR) Course material will cover additional mechanical ventilation modalities along with ABG’s drawing techniques. Clinical competencies will include newborn and pediatric respiratory care and ventilator management. The students will be required to complete NPR certification. (Second year fall semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 2500 .
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RESP 2548 - Respiratory Practicum III
(16LB)(4CR) Continuation of skills training at our clinical sites and clinical simulation center, with an emphasis on ICU, critical care and advanced ventilator management. The student will also participate in critical thinking classes to improve their clinical decision making skills. Case studies will be researched and presented. See program handbook for clinical clock hours versus credit hours description. (Second year fall semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 2500 .
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RESP 2557 - Respiratory Therapy IV
(3L)(3CR) Course material will cover the transitioning from student to the respiratory care professional. Students will prepare for the national board exams, with a complete comprehensive review of respiratory care. (Second year spring semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 2507 , RESP 2510 , RESP 2545 , RESP 2548 .
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RESP 2570 - Respiratory Simulations
(2L)(2CR) Students will take and pass the NBRC level written and simulation exams. Course work will help towards the success of passing these exams. (Second year spring semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 2507 , RESP 2510 , RESP 2545 , RESP 2548 .
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RESP 2575 - Respiratory Lab IV
(4LB)(1CR) Laboratory skills training for passing the advanced cardiopulmonary life support (ACLS) as well as pediatric advanced life support (PALS) tests. Introduction of advanced respiratory modalities. A research paper assignment involving an aspect of respiratory care. (Second year spring semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 2507 , RESP 1545 , RESP 2545 , RESP 2548 .
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RESP 2578 - Respiratory Practicum IV
(16LB)(4CR) Continuation of skills training at our clinical sites, and clinical simulation center. Students will travel to a Level III nursery for clinical exposure to neonate and pediatric critical care. Emphasis will be on all aspects of ventilator management, the acute respiratory patient and preparation for the CSE portion of the RRT exam. Students will research, present and critique case studies. See program handbook for clinical clock hours vs credit hours description. (Second year spring semester.)
Prerequisites: RESP 2507 , RESP 2510 , RESP 2545 , RESP 2548 .
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RETK 1500 - Solar Power Systems
(2L)(2CR) This course will introduce students to the basic concepts of various active and passive solar energy conversion technologies as they relate to other renewable energy technologies.
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RETK 1505 - Small Wind Turbines
(2L)(2CR) This course is designed to examine small wind generation. Students will learn how small wind generators function, their connection to loads and distribution systems and design and application considerations. Students will also explore small wind turbine siting including potential wind energy calculations and turbine performance.
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RETK 1520 - Wind Power Systems
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth overview of wind power systems on the commercial size scale. The class – will explore turbine components and operations, operations of wind generating facilities, maintenance practices and system interconnect requirements.
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RETK 1525 - Blade Installation and Maintenance
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course is designed to introduce students to the design considerations, installation and maintenance of wind turbine blades. The course will address blade performance as a function of blade design (aerodynamics), installation of blades for commercial size turbines and basic repair and maintenance of turbine blades.
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RETK 1530 - Crane and Rigging Operations
(1L)(1CR) This course will introduce students to crane and rigging operations and will include presentations on crane operation theory and rigging procedures.
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RETK 1535 - High Angle/Confined Space Rescue
(1L, 2LB)(2CR) This course will introduce students to the minimum requirements needed to safely rescue and perform elevated work.
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RETK 1980 - Cooperative Work Experience
(1-8 CR) (Max. 8) On the job training with a cooperative renewable energy business or facility. Eighty hours of work per semester earns one hour of credit.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
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RETK 2500 - Basic Site Planning
(3L)(3CR) This class is designed to teach students the concepts and processes employed in evaluating and preparing sites for construction of renewable energy projects.
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RETK 2530 - Instrumentation
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course will introduce students to instrumentation systems used in the performance and condition monitoring and controlling of renewable energy technologies including wind power production, active and passive solar applications.
Prerequisites: ELTR 1570 or permission of the instructor.
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RETK 2550 - Power Distribution
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course will introduce students to basic concepts in electric power distribution systems as they relate to renewable energy resources. The course will examine inter-connection equipment and process and electric power substation, transmission and distribution systems.
Prerequisites: ELTR 1535 or permission of the instructor.
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REWM 1000 - Introduction to Range Management
(1L)(1CR) Principles of range management as they apply to various grazing areas in Wyoming. The relationship of range management practices to livestock production, wildlife management, watershed management, recreation, and industrial uses. Some time will be given to a discussion of range management problems brought up by the group.
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REWM 2000 - Principles of Range Management
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) [E] Basic principles of range management as they relate to livestock production, conservation practices and wildlife management, region vegetative types and range sites, and grazing systems and multiple range uses. Several field trips included.
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ROBO 1610 - Introduction to Robotics
(4LB)(2CR) Students will explore the principles of robotics by building, programming, and modifying a robot. Students will gain experience in the following areas: fabrication, electronics, computer programming, physics, and teamwork.
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ROBO 1615 - Competition Robotics I
(4LB)(2CR) This class will be an intense two months of designing, fabricating, programming and testing a team robot to compete in the regional FIRST robotics competition. Students must have experience in one of the following areas: CAD drafting, welding and fabrication, electronics, computer programming, or physics.
Prerequisites: ROBO 1610 , or permission of the instructor.
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ROBO 1650 - Electromechanics
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) The course will examine mechanical devices used in motion control. The emphasis will be on gear, belt and chain drives as well as simple transmissions. Students will also learn about DC and AC motors and motor control circuits used with these mechanical systems.
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ROBO 2580 - LabView
(2L)(2CR) Students will learn how to use the LabView environment to simulate and control an automated process or motion control system.
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ROBO 2590 - Motion Control
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) Controlling robots to perform various tasks using wireless and autonomous control based on sensor input. The course will examine mechanical motion, a variety of sensors, and communications used in controlling robots.
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ROBO 2595 - Robot Systems
(2L, 4LB)(4CR) Students will learn how robot control must be integrated with other aspects of the control system. The course will use robot simulation software to design control systems for a variety of applications
Prerequisites: ROBO 2590 or permission of the instructor.
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ROBO 2600 - Introduction to Design and Simulation
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) An introductory course in the design, simulation, and implementation of robotic controlled systems and basic servo controlled systems. This class will design and simulate automated control of robotic systems and products, using 3D modeling and simulation software.
Prerequisites: ROBO 2590 , ENTK 2510 or permission of the instructor.
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ROBO 2616 - Robot Construction
(4LB)(2CR) Advanced class in robotics. Students will be working on complex projects in designing, building, and programming a robot. Students will gain advanced experience in fabrication, electronics, computer programming, physics, and teamwork.
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ROBO 2617 - Competition Robotics II
(4LB)(2CR) This class will be an intense two months of leading a team effort to build a robot. Technical skills developed in previous classes will be used as a background to lead the team.
Prerequisites: ROBO 1615 , or permission of instructor.
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ROBO 2690 - Robot Welding
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) Students will learn the fundamentals of safely programming a robot for welding applications.
Prerequisites: ROBO 2590 or WELD 1770 or WELD 1820 or permission of the instructor.
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ROBO 2975 - Independent Study
(1-3CR) Robotics majors who have completed the introductory courses may be permitted to contract with the instructor for special advanced problems in robotic applications to be pursued at independent study.
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ROBO 2980 - Cooperative Work Experience
(1-8CR) (Max. 8) On the job training with an industrial automation, robotics, industrial maintenance, fabrication or service facility. Eighty hours of work per semester earns one hour of credit.
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ROBO 2990 - Special Topics in Automation and Robotics
(1-4CR) Robotics majors who have completed the introductory courses may be permitted to contract with the instructor for special advanced problems in robotic applications to be pursued as independent study.
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RUSS 0900 - Russian for Travelers
(1L)(1CR) A course of simple Russian to help the traveler make plans, obtain tickets, order meals, and ask for and understand general information as needed for travel in a Russian-speaking country.
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RUSS 1010 - First Year Russian I
(4L)(4CR) This course utilizes a multi-skill approach: listening, speaking, reading, and writing and is designed for beginners or those with a weak background in Russian. Students who want to take for credit the next course in the sequence must complete this course with a grade of “C” or better.
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RUSS 1020 - First Year Russian II
(4L)(4CR) This course is a continuation of RUSS 1010 and utilizes a multi-skill approach: listening, speaking, reading, and writing and is designed for beginners or those with a weak background in Russian. Students who want to take for credit the next course in the sequence must complete this course with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisites: RUSS 1010 or equivalent.
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SOC 1000 - Introduction to Sociology
(3L)(3CR) [E] A survey of the organization of human society and the impact of group membership and interpersonal relationships upon human behavior.
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SOC 1100 - Social Problems
(3L)(3CR) [E] An analysis of the causes, effects and possible avenues for eradicating the social problems of our society. Crime, delinquency, family disorganization, racial conflict, and poverty are some areas of investigation.
Prerequisites: SOC 1000 , or permission of the instructor.
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