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2020-2022 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 3 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Descriptions of Courses

South College courses are numbered according to the general level of instruction. Although there are exceptional cases, most one thousand level courses are considered first year undergraduate courses and two thousand level courses are considered second year undergraduate courses. Courses numbered at the 3000-4000 levels are upper division undergraduate courses. Courses assigned numbers at the 5000 level are considered master’s level courses. Courses assigned numbers at the 6000 level are considered educational specialist or doctoral courses. Courses are assigned letters according to the department in which they are taught and are listed in alphabetical order.

Contact/Credit hours for each course are indicated by the four-digit code located to the right of the course title. The first number indicates the minimum number of hours in lecture per week for the length of the course; the second and third numbers indicate the minimum number of hours in lab/internship/clinical/practicum/student teaching/fieldwork per week for the length of the course; and the last number indicates the number of credit hours earned for successful course completion. Please note that hours per week in each category will be modified for instances where classes are scheduled for periods other than the full quarter. One credit hour is generally equivalent to a minimum of 10 in class hours lecture/instruction, 20 hours in class lab, 30 hours internship/clinical/practicum/student teaching, or a combination. See Academic Information section for credit hour definition.

The type of courses offered include the following:

  • Onground Courses – A course in which all required course hours are delivered with instruction and interaction between the student and the instructor occurring in a physical classroom.
  • Web-Enhanced Courses – A course in which most course hours are delivered with instruction and interaction between the student and instructor occurring in a physical classroom and a small number of course hours delivered using distance learning delivery to enhance the onground interaction.  For example, for a course requiring 45 directed instruction hours, 40 hours would be completed onground and 5 hours online.   
  • Hybrid Courses – A course in which both the physical classroom and distance delivery are used to provide instruction and interaction between students and the instructor.  For example, for a course requiring 45 directed instruction hours, 20 hours would be completed onground and 25 hours online. 
  • Online Courses (Distance Learning) – A course in which distance delivery is used to provide instruction and interaction between students and the instructor. 

Academic offerings are subject to change at the discretion of the institution. Prerequisites may be waived with the dean’s/department chair’s permission.

South College reserves the right to cancel any scheduled class section if ten or fewer students are registered.
 

Courses
  

  • RAD 4210 Advanced Patient Care

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course provides instruction in pharmacology, drug administration, and advanced patient care procedures for the imaging professional. The principles of patient care, assessment, education, charting, and emergency response are discussed. Students must complete Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) successfully to receive a passing grade in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval, RAD 1125
  

  • RAD 4220 Special Topics

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    Guides the investigation of an advanced topic selected in consultation with a member of the radiologic sciences faculty is the focus of this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RAD 4331 Radiography Internship

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    The open format of this course is designed for the practitioner to gain additional educational experiences in a professional/clinical area of interest. Basic course objectives will be practiced in nature.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RAD 5411 Essentials of Radiology

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    This case-based course provides students with a systematic method of interpreting common imaging studies seen in the primary care and emergency setting. Students will learn to appropriately select and correctly interpret imaging modalities including radiography, computerized tomography, ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging, and nuclear medicine imaging.

  

  • RCT 3110 Computed Tomography Instrumentation & Physics

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course focuses on computed tomography physics and instrumentation: Radiation Physics, CT System Principles, Operation, and Components, Image Processing, Image Display, Informatics, and Image Quality.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): RCT 3120  and RCT 3130 
  

  • RCT 3120 Computed Tomography Procedures I

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course focuses on computed tomography procedures and protocols. Imaging pharmacology and contrast agents are also discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): RCT 3110  and RCT 3130 
  

  • RCT 3130 Computed Tomography Clinic I

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 6 Total Credits: 6
    This course provides the student with the opportunities to become competent in performing computed tomography procedures. The course is a competency-based practicum.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): RCT 3110  and RCT 3120 
  

  • RCT 3210 Computed Tomography Procedures II

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of RCT 3120  and focuses on advanced computed tomography procedures and protocols. Imaging pharmacology and contrast agents will also be discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): RCT 3110 , RCT 3120 , RCT 3130 
    Co-requisite(s): RCT 3230 
  

  • RCT 3230 Computed Tomography Clinic II

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 6 Total Credits: 6
    This course is a continuation of RCT 3130  and provides the student with the opportunities to become competent in performing advanced computed tomography procedures. The course is a competency-based practicum.

    Prerequisite(s): RCT 3110 , RCT 3120 , RCT 3130 
    Co-requisite(s): RCT 3210 
  

  • RDA 1110 Introduction to Dental Assisting

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 1
    This course introduces the student to the dental profession, general dentistry, focusing on communication, ethics, and jurisprudence, and nutrition. Additional topics include psychology, multicultural interaction, and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDA 1120 Dental Materials

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines chemical and physical properties of dental materials. The laboratory experience includes the manipulation and application of materials commonly utilized in the practice of general dentistry including dental cements, bases, liners, bonding agents, restorative materials, impression materials, endodontic files and filling materials, laboratory materials, and techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDA 1130 Dental Science for the Dental Assistant

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines general anatomy and physiology including structure and function of the cell, body systems, planes and directions, and cavities. Additional topics include head and neck anatomy with emphasis on the cranium, brain, cranial nerves, and vascular support to the head and neck. Embryology and histology and tooth morphology, including the embryonic development of the head, neck, face, oral cavity, and tooth development and their eruption, are included in this course. Oral Pathology examines human diseases, emphasis is placed on the mechanism of pathology, systemic manifestations, and oral diseases significant to oral health care providers.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDA 1140 Dental Radiography I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines radiation biology, safety precautions, intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques, and quality control in the classroom and laboratory. Students receive hands-on instruction and experience exposing intraoral and extraoral radiographs using the bisecting and paralleling techniques, processing and mounting procedures, and identification of anatomic landmarks on radiographs.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDA 1150 Dental Assisting I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course introduces the student to oral health, preventative techniques, dental instruments, categories and usage, dental burs and handpieces, tub and tray system, four-handed dental procedures, instrument grasp and transfer, and treatment of special needs patients. Additional topics include an introduction to the dental specialties, endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and periodontics.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDA 1210 Dental Practice Management

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    This course focuses on all aspects of dental practice management, including patient reception, telephone techniques, patient scheduling, business management software, records management, inventory control, accounts payable and receivable, and the office recall system. Additional topics include the importance of proper patient record management, the accuracy of patient records, dental insurance submission, and management of patient accounts.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDA 1220 Preclinic Dental Science

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines microorganisms that affect humans, the prevention of oral disease, infection control standards, and management of hazardous materials. Basic pharmacology, drugs utilized to treat systemic diseases, drugs used in dentistry, prescription writing, and types of anesthetics used in dentistry are included in this course. Additional topics include medical emergency preparation, and recognition of common medical and dental office emergencies

    Prerequisite(s): RDA 1130 
  

  • RDA 1230 Dental Radiography II

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 4 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of RDA 1140  Dental Radiography I. Students work to achieve laboratory competency in exposing intraoral and extraoral radiographs using bisecting and paralleling techniques, processing and mounting procedures, and identification of anatomic landmarks on radiographs.

    Prerequisite(s): RDA 1140 
  

  • RDA 1240 Dental Assisting II

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Practica: 2 Total Credits: 6
    This course is a continuation of RDA 1150  Dental Assisting I. Students are instructed in patient care, accurate dental charting, anesthesia and sedation, nitrous oxide monitoring, coronal polishing, sealants, and expanded dental function allowable in the State of Tennessee under the State Dental Practice Act. Students begin clinical assisting in the Dental Hygiene Clinic in preparation for the externship.

    Prerequisite(s): RDA 1150 
  

  • RDA 1310 Review of Dental Assisting

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 1
    In preparation for the Dental Assisting National Board Examination, this course provides a comprehensive review of dental assisting focusing on general chairside assisting, radiation health and safety, and infection control.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the Quarters 1 and 2 of the Dental Assisting program
  

  • RDA 1320 Dental Assisting III

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 12 Total Credits: 12
    Upon successful completion of all courses in Quarters 1 and 2 of the Dental Assisting program, the student participates in a 390-hour externship. The student spends a minimum of 300 hours in a Comprehensive General Dental Office and 90 hours in a Specialty Office applying the principles and practices learned in the Dental Assisting program under the direct supervision of dentist and qualified office personnel. Successful completion of the externship is necessary to fulfill the requirements for graduation.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the Quarters 1 and 2 of the Dental Assisting program
  

  • RDH 1110 Head & Neck Anatomy

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines head and neck anatomy with emphasis on the cranium, brain, cranial nerves, vascular support to the head and neck, soft tissue, and origin, insertion, action, and innervation of muscles of facial expression and mastication and the Temporomandibular Joint as they pertain to the study of dental science. Examination of the anatomy of local anesthetic, fasciae and spaces, and the spread of dental infections are covered in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1120 General & Oral Pathology

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines human diseases including causes for general pathological conditions, mechanism of disease process, and effects on various organ systems. Emphasis is placed on the mechanism of pathology, systemic manifestations, and oral diseases significant to oral health care providers.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1210 Oral Embryology, Histology, & Dental Anatomy

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course focuses on embryonic development of the head, neck, face, oral cavity, and tooth development and their eruption. Additional topics include microscopic and histological examination of oral tissues including soft tissue, periodontium, enamel, dentin, and pulp.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1220 Dental Materials

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines chemical and physical properties of dental materials, manipulation, and application of materials commonly utilized in the practice of dentistry. Laboratory experiences include exercises in manipulation and application of commonly used dental materials, including manikin and student partner experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1230 Dental Hygiene Practice Pre-Clinic I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Practica: 3 Total Credits: 5
    This course examines dental hygiene history and professional growth. Topics include an introduction to infection control, medical and dental history review, recording, acquisition, and monitoring of vital signs, and intraoral and extraoral examination. Principles of positioning for periodontal instrumentation, instrument classification, grasp, finger rests, as well as, instrument movement and orientation are taught with the aid of the manikin to prepare students for clinical hygiene practice.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1310 Dental Pharmacology

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines pharmacology applicable to dental hygiene clinical practice. Drug groups, drug interactions and contraindications, pharmacological effects, adverse reactions, allergies, dental treatment implications, and modifying treatment to ensure patient safety are covered in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1320 Dental Hygiene Practice Pre-Clinic II

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Practica: 3 Total Credits: 5
    Under direct supervision, the student simulates basic periodontal probing, detection and removal of soft and hard deposits from the tooth surfaces located above and below gums performed in the laboratory/pre-clinical using hygiene principles and protocols in a professional manner.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 1230  with grade of C or better
  

  • RDH 1330 Oral Radiography

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines radiation biology, safety precautions, intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques, digital acquisition, quality control, and radiograph interpretation in the classroom and laboratory. The student will identify anatomic landmarks and recognize pathological conditions on radiographs.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1410 Dental Hygiene Clinical Practices I

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 0 Practica: 3 Total Credits: 4
    This course introduces patient care including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), infection control, medical and dental history review, recording, acquisition, and monitoring of vital signs. Intraoral and extraoral oral cancer screening including charting and observation, and theoretical principles and procedures of oral prophylaxis are included in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 1230  with grade of C or better
  

  • RDH 1420 Biochemistry, Nutrition, Cariology, Disease Prevention, & Patient Education

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines biochemistry necessary for dental hygiene, including the relationship of diet to caries and periodontal disease. Topics include the processes of dental caries and cariogenesis, disease prevention through oral hygiene, utilization of preventative products, smoking cessation, and oral health education, including patient education for behavior modification for prevention of dental disease.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 1430 Pain Management/Anxiety Control & Medical Emergencies

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 1 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course focuses on managing patient pain and anxiety while maintaining patient safety. Local anesthesia principles, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, instrumentation, technique, and complications are examined. Principles of conscious sedation, administration, and monitoring of nitrous oxide and oxygen are included. Examination of the causes and contributing factors of dental emergencies, prevention techniques, and stress reduction protocols are also examined, as well as the importance of current and accurate patient medical history and recognition of signs and symptoms of possible medical emergencies that may occur in the dental office.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 1310  with grade C or better
  

  • RDH 2510 Dental Hygiene Clinical Practices II

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 4 Total Credits: 4
    Under direct supervision, the student gains clinical experience in delivery of dental hygiene services to patients. Emphasis is placed on medical and dental history, infection control, aseptic technique, radiograph acquisition, assessment, dental hygiene treatment plan development, instrumentation, and patient management.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 1410  with grade of C or better
  

  • RDH 2520 Public Dental Health & Epidemiology

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines community public health and dental health education emphasizing the principles and methods for analyzing, planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based health programs for the prevention of caries, oral disease, and increasing dental health education. Provisions of oral health care services to patients with bloodborne infectious diseases are emphasized. Topics include epidemiology, research, methodology, biostatistics, evidence based dentistry, and the role of the community based dental hygienist.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admissions
  

  • RDH 2610 Treatment of Special Needs Patients

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines the importance of analyzing medical history before initiating patient treatment. Topics include discovery and research of systemic diseases, conditions, aging processes, impact on dental treatment, and treatment modifications necessary for the delivery of dental care to meet patient’s needs.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admissions
  

  • RDH 2620 Periodontology

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines dental hygiene periodontal practice including normal and diseased periodontium. Topics include periodontal disease classification, assessment, etiology, inflammation, pathology, and treatment rationale.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 1230 , RDH 1320 , and RDH 1410  with grades of C or better
  

  • RDH 2630 Dental Hygiene Clinical Practices III

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 4 Total Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of RDH 2510 . Under direct supervision, the student gains clinical experience in delivery of dental hygiene services to patients. Emphasis is placed on medical and dental history, infection control, aseptic technique, radiograph acquisition, assessment, dental hygiene treatment plan development, instrumentation, and patient management.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 1230 , RDH 1320 , RDH 1410 , and RDH 2510  with grade C or better
  

  • RDH 2710 Ethics, Jurisprudence, & Practice Management

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course examines problem solving and ethical decision making in the practice of dental hygiene. Topics include the principles of tort and contract law as they apply to dental hygiene and dental practices, including preparation for the Tennessee Board of Dentistry jurisprudence examination. The study of practice management and the role of the dental hygienist in dental practice success is also addressed in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • RDH 2720 Dental Hygiene Clinical Practices IV

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 4 Total Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of RDH 2630 . Under direct supervision, the student gains clinical experience in delivery of dental hygiene services to patients. Emphasis is placed on medical and dental history, infection control, aseptic technique, radiograph acquisition, assessment, dental hygiene treatment plan development, instrumentation, and patient management.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 2630  with grade C or better
  

  • RDH 2730 Review of Dental Hygiene

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course provides a comprehensive review of dental hygiene including scientific basis for dental hygiene practice, provision of clinical dental hygiene services, community health, research principles, case review, and case presentation in preparation for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination.

    Prerequisite(s): All RDH courses for quarters 1-6 with grades of C or better
  

  • RDH 2810 Dental Hygiene Clinical Practices V

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 4 Total Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of RDH 2720 . Under direct supervision, the student will apply techniques and knowledge to gain clinical proficiency in delivery of dental hygiene services to patients. Emphasis is placed on medical and dental history, infection control, aseptic technique, radiograph acquisition, assessment, dental hygiene treatment plan development, instrumentation, patient management, care of special needs patients, and treatment outcomes evaluated. Community outreach supplements the learning experience.

    Prerequisite(s): RDH 2720  
  

  • RDH 3110 Educational Theory & Methods in Dental Hygiene

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course includes examination of educational theory and methods required for effective dental hygiene instruction. Topics include learner and context analysis, performance objectives, assessment instruments, instructional strategies, and formative and summative evaluations. Emphasis is placed on competency-based instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission
  

  • RDH 3120 Educational Practices/Instruction in Dental Hygiene

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course builds on the principles of educational methodology which support the role of the dental hygiene educator in didactic and clinical instruction. Students participate in course design, classroom delivery and evaluation, and online and clinical formats with an emphasis on competency-based instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission
  

  • RDH 3130 Interprofessional Education and Practices

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course focuses on team-based, patient-centered care as the new standard in healthcare integrating healing, education, research, and community service. Collaboration among healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers to improve the quality of patient care and health outcomes is discussed. Additional topics include the nature and need for interprofessional communication, the health care professions, successful team qualities, interprofessional interactions, professional ethics, integrity, values, and communication and decision making in the interprofessional environment.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission
  

  • RDH 3140 Evidence-Based Dental Hygiene Practices & Research Methods

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    In this course, students are introduced to the research processes utilized in dental hygiene. Emphasis is placed on identification and clarity of research questions, research appraisal and interpretation of research articles, evidence-based practice, systematic inquiry, and integration of research findings into the delivery of dental hygiene care.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission
  

  • RDH 3150 Cultural Competency & Dental Hygiene Care for Target Populations

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course focuses on learning to adapt and change in emerging practice areas for dental hygienists that provide care to population groups challenged by access to oral health care. Emphasis is placed on dental hygiene strategies for the delivery of culturally competent care to pediatric, geriatric, medically compromised, and special needs patients. Ethical issues are analyzed regarding care for vulnerable client populations groups.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission
  

  • RDH 3160 Grant Writing

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course focuses on the fundamentals of grant writing and provides instruction on grant types, general grant application requirements, and application elements. Key parts of a grant proposal including title page, abstract, statement of need, goal, objectives, procedures, budget, qualifications, evaluation, sustainability, dissemination, sources cited, and appendix are covered. Students learn to integrate information into a grant proposal that can be utilized in academic research, local government or nonprofit organizations, or state and local agencies.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission
  

  • RDH 4110 Leadership & Administration

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    In this course, students are introduced to leadership theories and models with emphasis on self-evaluation and skill development. Administrative concepts in organizations including program planning, strategic planning, and duties and responsibilities for faculty beyond the classroom are presented.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission
  

  • RDH 4120 Capstone Project in Dental Hygiene Education

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This capstone project completed by students should demonstrate writing, organizational, and communication skills associated with the BSDH degree program. The topic must be related to material presented in curriculum. The student will conduct extensive literature review and submit a written and oral presentation to the dental hygiene faculty.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of Department Chair, RDH 3140 
  

  • RTE 3150 Introduction to Picture Archiving & Communication Systems

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course focuses on the introduction of digital and picture archiving communication systems (PACS) in the imaging sciences. Students will be provided an overview of the history and trends associated with digital imaging. The overall goal of the course is for the student to have a basic understanding and knowledge of the components associated with digital radiology including DICOM & PACS, their effects on medicine, application, and use. Computed Tomography (CT) will be presented, including System Operation and Components, Image Formation, Image Quality, CT Exams, and Image Artifacts.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RTE 3200 Advanced Patient Care Concepts

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course is designed to transition the healthcare practitioner to an advanced level of training in patient assessment. Topics include advanced pharmacology, risk management, principles of medical emergencies and response, and electro- physiology and arrhythmias. In addition, this course teaches students the proper procedures governing phlebotomy and EKG. HIPAA law and effects on the provision of healthcare will also be discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RTE 3400 Understanding Computed Tomography

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    In this course, an overview of Computed Tomography is provided that is clinically useful within the field of Radiology. The historical background, benefits, patient care concepts, and image formation associated with Computed Tomography are presented.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RTE 4200 Radiology Internship (CT)

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    The open format of this course is designed for students to gain additional skills/experience in professional/clinical area of interest. For this particular radiology internship, objectives are developed in the radiographic modality of Computed Tomography. This course is presented as an independent review with clinical enhancement. Students who upon completion of this course meet eligibility requirements as set forth by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for certification in Computed Tomography may apply for registry certification.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RTE 4210 Radiology Internship (Mammography)

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    The open format of this course is designed for the student to gain additional skills/experience necessary in the field of Radiographic Mammography. This course provides the student an introduction to the radiographic profession of Mammography as well as meet initial criteria standards for registry certification set forth by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR).

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RTE 4220 General Modality Radiology Internship

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    The open format of the course is designed for the student to gain additional skills/experience necessary in a professional/clinical area of interest. Basic course objectives are practical in nature for the modality of interest.

    Prerequisite(s): Department Chair Approval
  

  • RTN 3110 Nuclear Medicine Technology I

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This introductory course provides the student with an introduction to nuclear medicine and the appropriate regulatory agencies that are involved in the field. A review of radiation production and emission and various methods to quantitize radiation are also discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3120 , RTN 3130 
  

  • RTN 3120 Diagnostic Procedures I

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course discusses human anatomy and physiology and nuclear medicine studies associated with the human body systems. Information presented includes procedure indications/contraindications, protocols, radiopharmaceuticals, imaging parameters, evaluation, and radiation safety.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3110 , RTN 3130  
  

  • RTN 3130 Nuclear Medical Technology Clinic I

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    An introduction to clinical nuclear medicine is provided. The student will interact with clinical staff and develop professional relationships. Radiation protection, department procedures, and protocols will be introduced and practiced.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3110 , RTN 3120 
  

  • RTN 3210 Nuclear Medicine Technology II

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of RTN 3110  and includes discussion of radiation imaging and non-imaging equipment. Statistical analysis is discussed and applied to nuclear medicine. Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine Gamma Cameras, Computed Tomography, Positron Emission Tomography and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography instrumentation, quality control/assurance, and computer applications will be discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3110 , RTN 3120 , RTN 3130 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3220 , RTN 3230 
  

  • RTN 3220 Diagnostic Procedures II

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    A review of anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the human body is provided in this course. General nuclear medicine, PET/CT, and SPECT procedures and protocols of these systems are discussed in detail.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3110 , RTN 3120 , RTN 3130 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3210 , RTN 3230 
  

  • RTN 3230 Nuclear Medicine Technology Clinic II

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    This course discusses computer configurations, functions, and applications in nuclear medicine. Participation in a quality control program that includes imaging, non-imaging, and PET/CT systems is introduced. Topics include radiopharmaceutical preparation, calibration, identification, administration, and proper disposal.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3110 , RTN 3120 , RTN 3130 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3210 , RTN 3220 
  

  • RTN 3310 Radiopharmacy and interventional Drugs

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course discusses radiopharmacy theory and practice. Concepts regarding radiopharmaceutical preparation, dose calculation, QC, regulations, and radiation safety are presented. Nonradioactive drugs are also discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3210 , RTN 3220 , RTN 3230 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3320 , RTN 3330 
  

  • RTN 3320 Radionuclide Therapy

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    An introduction to radionuclide therapy is presented. Malignant and metastatic treatments will be discussed with the use of radionuclide therapy.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3210 , RTN 3220 , RTN 3230 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3310 , RTN 3330 
  

  • RTN 3330 Nuclear Medicine Technology Clinic III

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    This course will introduce the student to various imaging procedures that are being discussed in RTN 3320 . The student will demonstrate competency performing malignant and metastatic treatments under direct supervision.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3210 , RTN 3220 , RTN 3230 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3310 , RTN 3320 
  

  • RTN 3410 Nuclear Physics

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course provides an introduction to nuclear physics. Students will study the concepts and physical principles that govern radioactivity and the interactions of radiation with matter.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3310 , RTN 3320 , RTN 3330 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3420 , RTN 3430 
  

  • RTN 3420 Seminar

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This capstone course provides an integration of nuclear medicine theory and clinical practices and emphasizes professional development. A comprehensive review of the program curriculum to prepare students for certification and clinical practice in the field will occur.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3310 , RTN 3320 , RTN 3330 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3410 , RTN 3430 
  

  • RTN 3430 Nuclear Medicine Technology Clinic IV

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    This course is the final sequence of clinical education. The student becomes a member of the health care team under indirect supervision. The student must demonstrate competency in nuclear medicine procedures as required by the NMTCB.

    Prerequisite(s): RTN 3310 , RTN 3320 , RTN 3330 
    Co-requisite(s): RTN 3410 , RTN 3420 
  

  • SCC 1010 College Management

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 2
    This course is designed to empower and assist students in their adjustment and success at South College. The course covers learning styles, self-regulation, study skills, time management, syllabi, test anxiety, plagiarism, netiquette, and self-advocacy. This course should be taken during the first quarter of enrollment at South College.

  

  • SCC 1031 Computer and Information Literacy

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course introduces essential concepts necessary to make effective use of computers, the Internet, application software, and digital resources commonly used in academic settings and the in workplace. Lab assignments provide students with experience using PC-based computers and key computer resources including the Canvas Learning Management System, library databases, E-mail, the World Wide Web, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

  

  • SCC 2120 Professional Development

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 2
    This course is designed to prepare the graduating student for successful employment through development of interviewing skills, resumes, cover letters, communication skills, job success strategies, professional appearance, personal and business ethics, and goal setting. This course should be taken the quarter immediately prior to graduation unless permission is granted by the appropriate advisor.

  

  • SCI 1011 Earth and Space Science

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    Through this course, students will gain an understanding of the earth and its surrounding space through the study of geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy.

  

  • SCI 1601 Introduction to Physical Science

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    Through this course, students gain an understanding of the principles of physical science, such as motion, force, work, and energy, as well as basic concepts of physics and chemistry.

    Prerequisite(s): MAT 1100  with a grade of C or better
  

  • SCI 4020 Science Concepts and Standards for the Child and Young Adolescent

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    Science concepts and standards essential to knowledge and skills expected for K-5 students are examined in this course, along with practice in designing, implementing, and assessing instructional units/lessons reflecting a constructivist philosophy and accommodating diverse learning styles. Candidates also demonstrate and apply understandings and integration of the three dimensions of science and engineering practices, cross-cutting concepts, and major disciplinary core ideas, within the major content areas of science.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education program & Approval by Education Advisor
  

  • SCI 5100 Gross Anatomy

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 6
    This course provides a comprehensive study of human gross anatomy. A regional approach is used to study organ systems, extremities, and trunk. The clinical significance of topographical and radiological anatomical features is emphasized. Lectures are complemented by laboratory study of anatomic models, simulated and dissection, surface anatomy, and critical thinking issues. Laboratory sessions will utilize Netter 3D dissection software to reinforce topics presented in lecture, with limited gross dissection.

  

  • SCI 5111 Neuroanatomy

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    This course consists of an in-depth study of neuroanatomy and physiology, neurological development, psychosocial aspects of neurological disability, and treatment principles. Discussions focus on common acute and chronic neurological disabilities and case studies, as well as recent medical advances in the prevention and treatment of neurological problems.

  

  • SCI 5120 Human Physiology

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    This course will provide the students with a detailed overview of medical physiology. Students will attain knowledge of the normal functions of the human body that is essential for clinical medicine. Emphasis is placed on homeostasis and the integration among organ systems. Pathophysiology alterations in body function that occur with disease states are also discussed. Specific topics covered in the course include cellular structure, homeostasis, signal transduction mechanisms, neurophysiology and the nervous system, the cardiovascular system, and circulation and the respiratory systems.

  

  • SCI 5201 Medical Pathology and Genetics

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course is designed to provide Physician Assistant students with fundamental principles and cognitive knowledge in Medical Pathology and Genetics in preparation for their professional careers as clinicians. The course provides an understanding of the essential nature of a broad representation of human diseases, with a focus on the structural and functional changes in cells, tissues, and organs caused by each disease, as well as the molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying these diseases.

  

  • SOC 1861 Introduction to Sociology

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course is an introduction to the study of human social development, its organizations, and its institutions. It teaches the student to look at our society and others from a sociological perspective. Specific areas covered are group dynamics, social deviance, gender equality, racial and ethnic relations, the family, religion, and education.

  

  • SOC 2901 Cultural Diversity

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    This course is designed to examine the issues of culture and cultural diversity with a focus on the differences and similarities of the major ethnic groups within the dominant North American culture. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of communication patterns, written and spoken, of all groups. Students will analyze and research the elements associated with different cultures. The overriding purpose of this course is to provide the student with materials on cultural diversity that are experiential in nature.

  

  • SPN 1011 Beginning Spanish

    Lecture: 4.5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4.5
    In this course, students begin with the basic introduction to the use of spoken Spanish, the writing of core vocabulary, and verb conjugations in the present tense. As skill levels progress, students learn to read and understand usage, write paragraphs, and converse with other speakers of the language.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
  

  • SPT 1204 Sterile Processing Technician

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    Prepares students to become safe and competent Sterile Processing Technicians (SPT) in a variety of healthcare facilities. Covers the disinfection, preparation, processing, storage, and issuing of both
    sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment for patient care, the operation of sterilization units, and procedures for monitoring the effectiveness of the sterilization process. The course prepares students
    for the Sterilization Processing and Distribution Technician Certification Exam for becoming a Central Sterilization Processing and Distribution Technician.

  

  • STE 1000 Introduction to Surgical Technology

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    This course presents an introduction to the field of Surgical Technology. Content topics include the history of the surgical technologist, professional organizations related to the profession, medical terminology, professional, legal, ethical and moral responsibilities of the surgical technologist, health care organizations as well as environmental safety in the surgical field and the importance of teamwork in the operating room setting. This course also introduces the terminology used in the profession.

  

  • STE 1050 Pharmacology for the Surgical Tech

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
    This course is designed to introduce the surgical technology student to pharmacology agents and anesthesia use in the operating room. The learner will be introduced to problem solving techniques used for weights and measurement equivalent. The learner will be introduced to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): STE 1101 
  

  • STE 1100 Patient Care Concepts I

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    This course presents an overview of the principle and practice of surgical technology and the roles and responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist. Emphasis is placed on basic patient care concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Admission
    Co-requisite(s): STE 1100
  

  • STE 1101 Patient Care Concepts I Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 2
    In this course, students demonstrate the ability to perform the basic functions of a surgical technologist in scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and opening supplies. The student identifies various types of instruments and demonstrate patient preparation for surgery. While demonstrating these skills, the principles of asepsis are followed. Students are videotaped demonstrating the required skills.

  

  • STE 1105 Surgical Clinical Care I

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    Surgical Clinical Care I introduces the student to the roles and responsibilities of the perioperative team members. Emphasis is placed shadowing the circulator and anesthesia provider as a member of the non-sterile team. This includes assisting in patient transfer and transport, opening sterile supplies and instrumentation. The student is assigned a surgical preceptor and begins participating as a sterile member of the operating room team while in an observation and second scrub role. The student also learns the daily operation of decontamination and sterile processing of instrumentation and equipment. These clinical experiences take place at various hospitals and out-patient surgery centers.

    Prerequisite(s): AHS 1200 , STE 1000 , STE 1100 , STE 1101 
  

  • STE 1200 Patient Care Concepts II

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    This course continues the theoretical study and practical application of the skills necessary for the surgical technologist to provide quality patient care. These concepts are related to the surgical technologist’s role in the perioperative environment. The lab portion of this course provides for practical demonstration of the discussed skills.

    Prerequisite(s): STE 1100 , STE 1101 
  

  • STE 1201 Patient Care Concepts II Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 2
    In this course, students continue to demonstrate the ability to perform as a surgical technologist in the sterile scrub role and non-sterile role during basic surgical procedures in the skills lab. This includes setting up a back table and mayo stand to prepare for a procedure, performing surgical counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments, prepping and draping the patient, proper handling of instrumentation, supplies, medications and fluids. During demonstration of these skills, the principles of asepsis are followed during pre, intra, and postoperative activities.

    Prerequisite(s): STE 1100 , STE 1101 
  

  • STE 1205 Surgical Procedures I

    Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 5
    This course introduces the student to concepts of diagnostic procedures. Emphasis is placed on the relevant anatomy and physiology related to the diagnostic or surgical interventions the patient undergoes. Topics include diagnostic studies, preoperative testing, anesthesia considerations, positioning principles and methods to determine needed supplies, equipment and instrumentation for these procedures. The sequence of the events for these types of surgeries will also be discussed along with pre, post and intraoperative responsibilities of the surgical technologist in the scrub role (STSR).

    Prerequisite(s): STE 1200 , STE 1201 
  

  • STE 1300 Surgical Procedures II

    Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 5
    This course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on the relevant anatomy and physiology related to the diagnostic or surgical interventions the patient undergoes. Topics include how to prepare the necessary equipment, supplies, and instrumentation for these procedures. The sequence of events is discussed along with how pre-, post-, and intra-operative procedures will impact the Surgical Technologist.

    Prerequisite(s): STE 1205 
  

  • STE 1305 Surgical Clinical Care II

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    Surgical Clinical Care II advances the student’s understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the surgical technologist during surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on more complex cases, while improving speed and accuracy. The student is precepted by a Surgical Technologist or a Registered Nurse working in scrub or circulating roles. These clinical experiences take place at various local hospitals.

    Prerequisite(s): STE 1105 
  

  • STE 1405 Surgical Clinical Care III

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Practica: 7 Total Credits: 7
    This course continues to develop the student’s understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the surgical technologist during surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on more complex cases, while improving speed and accuracy. The student is precepted by a Surgical Technologist or a Registered Nurse working in scrub or circulating roles. These clinical experiences take place at various local hospitals or surgical centers.

    Prerequisite(s): STE 1305 
  

  • STE 1500 Microbiology for Surgical Technologists

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 1 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 3
    Microbiology for the surgical technologist is designed to give the student an understanding of basic microbiology and how disease-causing organisms may affect their patient or their patient’s course of post-operative treatment. Emphasis is placed on how to integrate this knowledge into the student’s practice as a surgical technologist in the surgical environment. Factors possibly contributing to infection and approaches for providing the best aseptic practices pre-, post-, and intra-operatively are discussed.

  

  • STE 2100 Surgical Procedures III

    Lecture: 5 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 5
    This course continues with a comprehensive study of surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on the relevant anatomy and physiology related to the diagnostic or surgical interventions the patient undergoes. Topics will include how to prepare the necessary equipment, supplies and instrumentation for these procedures. The sequence of events for these types of surgeries will be discussed along with how pre-, post-, and intra-operative procedures impact the Surgical Technologists. Employment skills are also discussed and practiced in detail.

    Prerequisite(s): STE 1300 
 

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