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Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Course DescriptionsMechanical Engineering TechnologyMC 101 Design Graphics I 1-3-2The first of a three course sequence aimed at developing the principles ofgraphic communication. Technical sketching, industrial print reading andComputer-Aided Drawing (CAD) training are presented concurrently.Topics covered include sketching techniques, lettering, orthographic projection,pictorials, auxiliary views, sectioning, dimensioning, tolerancing,fastening techniques and working drawings.MC 102 Design Graphics II 1-3-2A continuation of MC 101 into topics of Computer-Aided Drawing andDesign (CADD). The CADD training will include detailing, assemblydrawings, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD & T) and 3Dsolid modeling. (Prerequisite: MC 101)MC 103 Design Graphics III 1-3-2This course will provide the student with an in-depth exposure to 3dimensional CADD (Computer-Aided Drawing and Design) modeling.The topics will emphasize the use of the software in the mechanicaldesign process. Several types of modeling will be covered; wire frame,surface, and solid. Laboratory exercises will focus on creating 3-D modelgeometry and then extracting 2-D geometry from the 3-D model to createengineering drawings. Prior knowledge of CAD is assumed. (Prerequisite:MC 101)MC 150 Statics and Strength of Materials 3-2-4Analysis of external force systems acting upon bodies in equilibrium withsubsequent treatment of the stresses and strains induced. Laboratoryprojects will involve the use of nondestructive and destructive testingequipment to determine the various mechanical properties of materialsand their behavior under load. (Prerequisites: MT 133 and PH 133)MC 205 Material Science 3-2-4This course studies the structures, properties and behavior of engineeringmaterials as well as how they can be altered through mechanical workingand heat treating. Materials considered are ferrous and nonferrous metalsand their alloys, plastics and ceramics. Consideration is also given to theselection of these materials to meet manufacturing and design criteria.Laboratory experiments will complement the classroom presentations.(Prerequisites: CH 105; MC 150 strongly recommended)MC 228 Introduction to the Thermal Sciences 4-0-4An introduction to the thermal sciences: thermodynamics, fluid mechanicsand heat transfer. The fundamentals of equilibrium thermodynamicswill be presented. Topics will include thermodynamic properties, processes,process diagrams and cycles. The basic concepts of fluid mechanicsas applied to internal and external flows, lift and drag will be discussed. Abrief study of heat transfer in its three modes (conduction, convectionand radiation) will also be presented. (Prerequisites: MT 205 and PH133)MC 250 Dynamics and Mechanical Design I 3-2-4A study of the effect of forces acting on rigid and deformable bodiessubject to static and dynamic loading, and the utilization of this knowledgefor the design of mechanical components. Major topics includestrength and fatigue, kinematic analysis, power transmission, design methodology,and computer applications. (Prerequisites: EN 125, MC 102,MC 150, MT 134 and IT 102)MC 260 Mechanical Design II 3-2-4A continuation of MC 250, treating the topics of rigid and elastic fasteners,shafts and bearings, welds, springs, clutches and brakes. A series ofdesign projects combining several of these elements will be assigned.Computer methods will be employed where appropriate. (Prerequisites:MT 205 and MC 250 )112MC 280 Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning andTolerancing (GD & T) 2-0-2A study of the technical language used to specify engineering design anddrawing requirements with respect to actual “function” and “relationship”of part features. The Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing(GD & T) language is based on the US Standard ANSI/ASME Y14.5-1994. Practice in reading and applying the standard will be accomplishedwith video-taped presentations, discussion periods and workbook practicesessions. (Prerequisite: MC 101or permission of department head ofMechanical Engineering Technology)MC 282 Senior Project 2-2-3This course integrates the previous course work and experiences of thestudents by allowing them to select, define, research, and report on asingle, major technical topic of their choice. The formal classroom environmentis set aside and the student works under the guidance of afaculty advisor. There are three distinct phases to the course: proposalphase, development phase, and reporting phase. (Prerequisite: EN 101 orpermission of department head of Mechanical Engineering Technology)MC 290 Hybrid Vehicle Technology 3-0-3A general engineering study of the hybrid vehicle design and its impact onthe environment and industry. Engineering principles such as vehicledynamics, energy conversion, energy storage, lightweight and compositematerials, power transmission, basic electronics, and thermal managementwill be applied to a hybrid vehicle. Topics will include alternatefuels, emissions, power sources, and safety issues. (Prerequisites: MC 101,MT 134, IT 102 and PH 133; or permission of department head ofMechanical Engineering Technology)Medical TranscriptionMN 101 Medical Transcription with Lab 2-2-3An introduction to the healthcare record and medical documents. Emphasisis on transcription of basic medical dictation, incorporating Englishusage and machine transcription skill, medical knowledge, and proofreadingand editing skills, and meeting progressively demanding accuracyand productivity standards. (Prerequisites: HS 101 and IT 102 or permissionof the instructor; recommended prerequisites: BI 120 and EN101)MN 202 Advanced Medical Transcription 2-2-3A continuation of transcription and interpretation work with variousforms of medical and health care documents. Emphasis will be devotedto the accurate interpretation and transcription of advanced medicaldictation by physicians and other health care professionals with regard topatient assessment, work-up, clinical course, diagnosis, prognosis, etc.The utilization of correct grammar and spelling, medical knowledge,proofreading and editing skills, referencing, and machine operation willbe required to meet increased accuracy and productivity standards. Includesenhancing transcription skills with regard to interpretation offoreign dictations and difficult dictations, and processing work with questionablemeanings. Includes introduction to difficult operative and laboratorydictation processing as well as medicolegal implications and responsibilitiesrelated to confidentiality and the patient record, ethics, andthe level of professionalism to be maintained in the business institution.(Prerequisite: MN 101 or permission of instructor)Mental HealthMH 187 The Helping Relationship: Communication Skills forToday’s Professional 4-0-4Knowledge, skills and personal characteristics that are needed in today’sprofessional world of helping careers will be examined. Students willlearn the purpose and skill of interpersonal communication techniquesthrough various didactic and experiential methods. Coverage will includedocumentation and verbal and non-verbal communications, along with
Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Course Descriptionstime management, self management and successful work practices. Dynamicsof human behavior, culture and specific needs seen in the workplacewill be explored.MH 193 Mental Health Practicum I* 2-10-5The student will work in an approved clinical setting under the supervisionof an approved professional. Periodic conferences between the supervisorand faculty member are planned in order to evaluate the student’sprogress. At the close of the semester, the student will submit documentationrelating theory to practice in the chosen field of experience. Onlyfor students who matriculated prior to and including January 2004. (Prerequisites:MH 185, HU 103 and HU 111 with a combined major field GPA of2.0)MH 195 Mental Health Practicum I* 2-8-4The student will work in an approved mental health setting under thesupervision of an approved professional. Periodic conferences betweenthe Supervisor and Practicum Coordinator are planned in order to evaluatethe student’s progress. At the close of the semester, the student willsubmit documentation of the practicum activities/experience and demonstratethe ability to relate theory to practice in the chosen field ofexperience. The student will complete a total of 125 hours of fieldexperience. Prerequisites: HU 103, HU 111, HU 221 and MH 187)MH 295 Mental Health Practicum II* 2-10-5A continuation of MH 193, Practicum I Only for students who matriculatedprior to and including January 2004. (Prerequisite: MH 193)MH 296 Mental Health Practicum III* 2-10-5A continuation of MH 295, Practicum II. Only for students who matriculatedprior to and including January 2004. (Prerequisite: MH 295)MH 298 Mental Health Practicum II* 2-8-4The student will continue their field experience work in an approvedmental health setting under the supervision of an approved professional.Skills, knowledge and personal characteristics are built upon and integratedinto the learning and supervision of this course, as well as secondyear coursework including ethics, individual counseling and conflict resolution.Periodic conferences between the Supervisor and Practicum Coordinatorare planned in order to evaluate the student’s progress. At theclose of the semester, the student will submit documentation of thepracticum activities/experience and demonstrate the ability to relate theoryto practice in the chosen field of experience. The student will completea total of 125 hours of field experience. (Prerequisites: HU 103, HU111, HU 221, HU 242, MH 187 and MH 193)* The student will also complete an interview with the practicum coordinator thesemester prior to the first scheduled practicum. Special requests regarding practicumentrance may be brought to the department head by the student. Review of therequests will be made by the department faculty and special exemptions may be madefor entrance into the practicum.Nursing (RN)All nursing courses integrate theory and clinical experience. Failure to receive asatisfactory grade in either theory OR the clinical experience portion of the coursewill result in a failing grade. All nursing major field courses must be passed beforeproceeding to the next level. A grade of “C” or better is required in BI 195, BI 196and BI 202 to enter or progress in the nursing courses. Students who took BI 101,BI 102 (now BI 195 and BI 196) and/or BI 202 at NHTI prior to and includingthe Spring 2002 semester are exempt from the current “C” or better policy.NU 115 Nursing I 5-10-8Nursing I introduces the student to the role of the associate degree nurseand the basic concepts of nursing practice, including the nursing process,within the Self-Care Framework. The emphasis of the course is on assessmentof universal self-care requirements which include air, water, activityand rest, elimination, solitude/social interaction, and food. Maintainingnormalcy and avoiding hazards will be addressed within each UniversalSelf-Care Requirement. The concept of caring and ethical/legal standardsof nursing practice are explored. The student, using educative/supportive and partially compensatory nursing systems, cares for clientswith reversible deficits. Opportunities for application of knowledge toclinical practice are provided through laboratory experiences and clientcare assignments in various settings. Evaluation of knowledge occursthroughout the course with interaction between student and faculty tofacilitate learning. (Corequisite: BI 195, EN 101, and PY 105)NU 116 Nursing IIA 6-15-11The emphasis of Nursing IIA is on the assessment of developmental selfcarerequirements which maintain conditions that support growth anddevelopment over the life cycle. Common health deviations that affectgrowth and development over the life cycle are presented. The studentapplies the concept of caring and ethical/legal standards to the care ofthe client and support persons. The student uses all nursing systems witha focus on the educative/supportive and partially compensatory nursingsystems to assist clients and their support persons experiencing variouslife cycle events. Planned learning experiences provide the student withthe opportunity to interrelate social, interpersonal, environmental andtechnological concepts in the care of clients. Opportunities for applicationof knowledge to clinical practice are provided through laboratoryexperiences and client care assignments in various settings. Evaluation ofknowledge and clinical practice occurs throughout the course with interactionbetween the student and faculty to facilitate learning. (Semester 2Prerequisite: NU 115; a minimum grade of “C” in BI 195; corequisites: BI196 and PY 220) (Semester 3 Prerequisite: a minimum of grade “C” in BI195 and BI 196; corequisite: BI 202)NU 117 Nursing IIB 6-15-11The emphasis of Nursing IIB is on the care of the client with commonlyoccurring health deviations related to universal self-care requirements.Focus on caring and ethical/legal standards are continued. Using thenursing process, the student employs all nursing systems within the focuson the educative/supportive and partially compensatory nursing systemswithin the Self-Care Framework to assist the client within a range of selfcaredeficits. Learning is planned through concurrent classroom and clinicalexperiences. Opportunities for application of knowledge to practiceare provided through laboratory experiences and client care assignmentsin various settings. Evaluation of knowledge occurs throughout the coursewith interaction between the student and faculty. (Semester 2 Prerequisite:NU 115; a minimum grade of “C” in BI 195; corequisites: BI 196,and PY 220) (Semester 3 Prerequisite: a minimum grade of “C” in BI 195and BI 196; corequisite: BI 202)NU 177 Upward Mobility Nursing 2-0-2This course is designed to cover content which assists in the transition forthe LPN to the role of the registered nurse. Content includes: DorethiaOrem’s self-care theory; role transition; nursing process; teaching andlearning process; therapeutic communication; ethical and legal issues innursing; and a review of fundamental nursing skills. Students are requiredto have an active LPN license and have met the stated admissionrequirements. (Prerequisites: Admission to the Upward Mobility Nursingprogram, including successful completion the NLN Acceleration ChallengeExam I; corequisites: BI 195, EN 101 and PY 105)NU 215 Nursing III 4-15-9Nursing III builds on principles and concepts from the discipline ofnursing, the biopsychosocial sciences and liberal arts. The emphasis ofNursing III is on the current trends in nursing and on the comprehensivecare of the client with health deviations requiring the wholly compensatorynursing system. The student establishes caring relationships and adheresto ethical/legal standards of nursing practice. The student uses thenursing process to design, provide, manage and evaluate care for the clientwith commonly occurring health deviations. Learning is planned throughconcurrent classroom and clinical experiences. Opportunities for applicationof knowledge to practice are provided through laboratory experiencesand client care assignments in various settings. Evaluation of knowl-113
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