Academic Catalog

DENT 101 Dental Materials and Procedures
(1 Credit, Fall)

Provides a fundamental knowledge of the materials commonly used in a dental practice, including the physical, chemical, and manipulative characteristics of cements, bases, cavity liners, cavity varnishes, composites, resins, amalgams, gypsum and hydrocolloid materials. The laboratory component offers experience in the correct manipulation of these materials, along with the placing of the Tofflemire matrix, identification of hand pieces, and their appropriate burs. Covers pouring and trimming models for diagnostic casts. PREREQ: Admission to Dental Assisting program. COREQ: DENT 101L, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152.

DENT 101L Dental Materials and Procedures Lab
(1 Credit, Fall)

Lab to be taken concurrently with DENT 101. COREQ: DENT 101.

DENT 102 Dental Clinical Skills 1
(2 Credits, Fall)

Experience in beginning clinical skills including preparing the operatory for the patient, seating and dismissing the patient, taking and recording vital signs, four-handed dentistry, and equipment use and care. The laboratory portion gives students initial skills for the clinical experience in the areas of instrument identification and transfer, oral evacuation and use of the air-water syringe, application of fluoride and topical anesthetic, and demonstration of flossing and oral hygiene instructions. Preparation of the anesthetic syringe and mixing and obtaining alginate impressions are also covered. PREREQ: Admission to the Dental Assisting program. COREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102L, DENT 104, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152.

DENT 102L Dental Clinical Skills 1 Lab
(1 Credit, Fall)

Lab to be taken concurrently with DENT 102. COREQ: DENT 102.

DENT 103 Dental Prosthodontic Materials and Procedures
(2 Credits, Spring)

A continuation of DENT 102 and advancing students' knowledge of dental materials and procedures. Includes lecture, PowerPoint presentations, videos, discussions, demonstrations, and lab participation. Covers the advanced dental assisting skills of handling dental materials, instruments, and procedures related to prosthodontics; orthodontics and operative dentistry; placement and removal of the dental dam; suture removal; fabrication of custom trays; and mixing, placing, and removing periodontal dressings. Also covers the expanded function of the fabrication of temporary crowns as mandated by the Idaho Board of Dentistry. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103L, DENT 105, DENT 106, DENT 153, and DENT 154.

DENT 103L Dental Prosthodontic Materials and Procedures Lab
(0 Credits, Spring)

Lab to be taken concurrently with DENT 103. COREQ: DENT 103.

DENT 104 Dental Radiography
(2 Credits, Fall)

Introduces dental radiology for the dental auxiliary. Includes basic principles of radiography, the history and physics of radiation, and the biological effects of radiation for both the safety and comfort of the patient and the operator. Introduces the radiographic equipment and dental x-ray film. Covers the relationship of dental anatomy and facial structure to the exposure of dental films. Includes instruction in the various types of film available to the dental professional. The student will perform exposure and processing techniques on a manikin and patients. PREREQ: Admission to the Dental Assisting program. COREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104L, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152.

DENT 104L Dental Radiography Lab
(1 Credit, Fall)

Lab to be taken concurrently with DENT 104. COREQ: DENT 104.

DENT 105 Dental Clinical Skills 2
(2 Credits, Spring)

A continuation of DENT 102 which advances the students' knowledge of the dental assisting profession. Includes lecture, PowerPoint presentations, videos, discussions, demonstrations, and lab participation. Covers the advanced dental assisting skills of taking alginate impressions and bite registrations. Also covers the expanded functions of coronal polish, and pit and fissure sealants as mandated by the Idaho Board of Dentistry. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103, DENT 105L, DENT 106, DENT 153, and DENT 154.

DENT 105L Dental Clinical Skills 2 Lab
(0 Credits, Spring)

Lab to be taken concurrently with DENT 105. COREQ: DENT 105.

DENT 106 Dental Assisting Clinical Experience
(6 Credits, Spring)

An externship which takes place on-site at a prearranged clinical facility. Provides students with the opportunity to perform clearly identified competencies within the clinical setting. Each credit is equivalent to 50 hours in the clinical setting. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103, DENT 105, DENT 153 and DENT 154.

DENT 108 Dental Office Management
(2 Credits, Fall/Spring)

Orientation to the workings of the dental front office, including an introduction to the dental profession, patient management, and ethics and jurisprudence. Students will be introduced to dental charting and treatment planning, written communication, dental office documentation, filing, scheduling and recall systems, and inventory and supply ordering, along with experience working with a dental software program.

DENT 109 Public Health and Dental Hygiene
(1 Credit, Fall)

Covers the components of preventive dentistry including oral hygiene education, plaque control, fluoride therapy, and dietary considerations for the dental patient. Laboratory application of skills through competency assessment will help prepare students for clinical experiences. COREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 151, and DENT 152.

DENT 151 Dental Theory 1
(3 Credits, Fall)

Introduces the student to the following areas of study: basic head and neck anatomy, dental embryology, oral histology, anatomy of the face and oral cavity, and tooth morphology. Also includes the dental assistant's role in dealing with dental emergencies in the dental office. Students completing this course will be capable of recognizing, reacting to, and treating the most common medical emergencies in the dental practice. PREREQ: Admission to the Dental Assisting program. COREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 109, and DENT 152.

DENT 152 Dental Theory 2
(2 Credits, Fall)

Covers the principles of infection control related to the dental office, including an introduction to microbiology, cross-contamination, and hazard control. The course covers OSHA Standards of Hazard Communication and Blood-borne Pathogens. Aseptic techniques and infection control procedures will be applied in the laboratory setting and assessed through competencies. The management of safety data sheets and labeling of hazardous material will be addressed. PREREQ: Admission to the Dental Assisting program. COREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 109, and DENT 151.

DENT 153 Dental Theory 3
(3 Credits, Spring)

Continuation of operative dentistry and an introduction to the dental specialties of prosthodontics, periodontics, and orthodontics. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103, DENT 105, DENT 106, and DENT 154.

DENT 154 Dental Theory 4
(3 Credits, Spring)

Introduces the student to the dental specialties of pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, and endodontics, as well as the basic sciences of pathology. Covers the expanded function of monitoring and the administration of nitrous oxide as mandated by the Idaho Board of Dentistry. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103, DENT 105, DENT 106, and DENT 153.

DENT 155 Dental Seminar
(1 Credit, Spring)

Seminar discussion on various aspects of spring externships in local dental offices. Guest speakers representing dental specialties and alternative dental employment possibilities will also be scheduled. Students will share work-related experiences with the instructor and peers. Employment opportunities, tips for completing job applications, and interviewing skills will also be discussed. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103, DENT 105, DENT 106, DENT 153, and DENT 154.

DENT 225 Advanced Dental Assisting Practicum 1
(6 Credits, Fall)

Directed study emphasizing the practical application of advanced skills and theory relevant to dental assisting. This contracted practicum allows the student the opportunity to focus on areas of special interest. Documentation consistent with practicum will be required. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103, DENT 105, DENT 106, DENT 153, and DENT 154.

DENT 226 Advanced Dental Assisting Practicum 2
(5 Credits, Fall)

Continuation of DENT 225. PREREQ: DENT 101, DENT 102, DENT 104, DENT 108, DENT 109, DENT 151, and DENT 152. COREQ: DENT 103, DENT 105, DENT 106, DENT 153, and DENT 154.

MADM 113 Medical Front Office Skills
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

Specialized skills for working in medical offices, hospitals, clinics, insurance offices, and public health agencies. Emphasis on patient reception and telephone communications, appointment scheduling, entering daily transactions in an electronic system, insurance billing procedures, arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services. Includes customer Service and communication skills for workplace success.

MADM 115 Human Relations in Healthcare
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

Specialized skills for communicating and resolving conflict among team members and patients in medical offices, hospitals, clinics, insurance offices, and public health agencies. Emphasis on team building, interpersonal conflict variables, listening and seeking information, styles and behavior patterns, and negotiation skills.

MADM 121 Health Information Management
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

Principles of medical record management. Includes creation, analysis, preservation, and retrieval of health information. PREREQ: MADM 113.

MADM 125 Employment Skills for the Medical Office
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

Preparation for the job search by researching potential employers online as well as communication through cover letters, resumes, online applications, and practice interviews. Develops awareness of policy and procedure manuals including discipline policies up to and including termination, and other written and unwritten rules for success, such as professional courtesy, appearance, and grooming. PREREQ: MADM 113.

MADM 223 Integrated Medical Office Software
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

Principles and use of an integrated medical practice management and electronic health record system (PM/EHR) in a medical office setting. Emphasis on patient scheduling, submitting electronic bills, and documenting patient encounters. PREREQ: BUSA 120, and MADM 113 or MEDA 131.

MADM 233 Medical Coding
(3 Credits, Varies)

Principles and technical knowledge of medical coding and billing. Using the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and the International Classification of Diseases - Clinical Modification coding books, students will transform written descriptions of diseases, injuries, and procedures into numeric designations. This course covers all medical specialties including dermatology, cardiology, primary care, and orthopedics, as well as addressing the common coding problems encountered in the real world. Skill emphasis is placed on knowledge of coding theories and practical coding applications. PREREQ: MADM 121 or MEDA 201.

MADM 240 Health Insurance and Billing
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

This course is an introduction to health insurance rules and guidelines as they relate to the billing in both the outpatient physician office setting as well as the inpatient/outpatient hospital settings. This course is designed to emphasize the revenue cycle - ten steps that clearly identify all the components needed to successfully manage the medical insurance claims process. PREREQ: MADM 121.

MADM 290 Field Experience and Capstone
(4 Credits, Fall/Spring)

This course is designed to integrate classroom material with experiential learning through field experience in a healthcare setting and a face-to-face collaborative seminar. FIELD EXPERIENCE COMPONENT: Application of technical knowledge and skills in community healthcare and/or office settings to gain practical work experience. An individual contract arrangement between the student, instructor, and employer is required and will be monitored and evaluated by appropriate faculty in consultation with training site supervisor. Successful completion of the on-site experience requires 144 hours over at least 12 weeks of on-site training. CAPSTONE COMPONENT: Classroom material is integrated with the experiential learning of the field experience during a face-to-face meeting. Course synthesizes material from the entire curriculum as well as the field experience in a collaborative, business-style setting. Students will prepare for and complete the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant exam (Technical Skills Assessment). PREREQ: Permission of the department's internship coordinator.

MEDA 109 Pharmacology
(3 Credits, Fall)

Medical Assistant students will study drug therapy, including dosage calculations and principles for administering medications. Administration of medications will be implemented within clinical experience coursework and within the scope of practice. This course will be a combination of therapy and practical clinical experiences. PREREQ: Admission to the Medical Assistant program.

MEDA 131 Medical Office Procedures
(3 Credits, Fall)

Students study medical law and ethics, communication and human relations, telephone procedures, scheduling appointments, and records management. The course also includes the study of professional fees and credit, collection, financial records, and health insurance. PREREQ: Admission to the Medical Assistant program.

MEDA 201 Integrated Medical Procedures
(3 Credits, Spring)

Students will study medical office financial management. They will use medical information management software. The course also includes job skills and certification exam preparation. PREREQ: MEDA 109, MEDA 131, MEDA 220, and MEDA 233.

MEDA 220 Human Diseases
(3 Credits, Fall)

This course focuses on human diseases that are frequently first diagnosed or treated in the medical office or clinic setting. The course provides an overview of the disease process and is organized by a systems approach. It provides a description of diseases, etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, treatment, and prevention. PREREQ: Admission to the Medical Assistant program.

MEDA 233 Clinical Procedures 1
(5 Credits, Fall)

Students will learn to assist physicians in patient care including preparing patients for exams and assisting with procedures, using sterile technique, performing patient education, collecting and processing specimens, and performing laboratory and diagnostic tests. Learning multiple skills allows the student to work in a variety of patient care settings. PREREQ: Admission to the Medical Assistant program.

MEDA 234 Clinical Procedures 2
(3 Credits, Fall)

This course is a continuation of MEDA 233. Second semester students in the program will continue to develop their skills in clinical assisting with an emphasis on phlebotomy, EKGs, and laboratory tests and procedures. PREREQ: MEDA 233.

MEDA 235 Practicum
(5 Credits, Spring)

Students are placed in a physician's office for a 180-hour non-paid work experience. During the practicum, students are supervised and evaluated on technical, administrative, and clinical course competencies. PREREQ: MEDA 109, MEDA 131, MEDA 201, MEDA 220, MEDA 233, MEDA 234, and MEDA 236.

MEDA 236 Phlebotomy
(2 Credits, Fall)

This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills needed for specimen collection in health care facilities. The fundamentals of blood drawing and testing will be taught. Students will be performing venous and capillary blood withdrawal techniques. The students will be trained in blood testing that is commonly used in health care facilities. Phlebotomy and laboratory quality control measures will be emphasized throughout this course. The use of aseptic technique and universal precaution procedures will be taught as a standard element of all procedures. PREREQ: MEDA 109, MEDA 131, MEDA 220, and MEDA 233.

MEDA 237 Ethics for Medical Assistants
(2 Credits, Fall)

This course is an introduction to professional and ethical behaviors of healthcare team members. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of ethical and unethical behaviors as well as techniques that may be used to help resolve personal conflict and ethical dilemmas. PREREQ: MEDA 109, MEDA 131, MEDA 201, MEDA 220, MEDA 233, MEDA 234, and MEDA 236.

PTAE 101 Physical Therapy in Healthcare
(2 Credits, Fall)

This course studies the role of physical therapy in the health care world. Discussions include the role of the physical therapist assistant (PTA), the relationship between the PTA and the physical therapist (PT), and the delivery of physical therapy care. An introduction to the patient/client and the overall health care team is included. Health care ethics, standards specific to physical therapist assistants, diverse patient populations, and other topics are explored. Only those students who have been accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant program are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 107, PTAE 107L, PTAE 110, PTAE 110L, PTAE 211, and PTAE 211L.

PTAE 107 Kinesiology
(2 Credits, Fall)

The study of human movement and the functional anatomy of the human body are learned in this course. The framework of musculoskeletal anatomy, muscle stabilization, balance, and function in daily activities is applied to physical therapy care. Normal and abnormal mechanics of body movement is explored. Students analyze tasks that span from simple activities of daily living to more complex occupational and athletic tasks. Only those students who have been accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant program are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 101, PTAE 107L, PTAE 110, PTAE 110L, PTAE 211, and PTAE 211L.

PTAE 107L Kinesiology Lab
(2 Credits, Fall)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will learn how to perform the skills that are complementary to the content provided in the theory course (PTAE 107). Example skills include palpation, posture and movement analysis, and principles of human gait. COREQ: PTAE 107.

PTAE 110 Principles and Procedures of Physical Therapy
(1 Credit, Fall)

This course develops competencies in treatment interventions used by physical therapist assistants. The rationale for treatment, progression of treatment, and working under the direction of the physical therapist are emphasized. Students learn skills such as bed mobility, range of motion, transfers, gait training, assistive device use, and wheelchair mobility. Infection control and safety for patients, self, and others is emphasized. Only those students accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant program are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 101, PTAE 107, PTAE 107L, PTAE 110L, PTAE 211, and PTAE 211L.

PTAE 110L Principles and Procedures of Physical Therapy Lab
(2 Credits, Fall)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will perform hands-on skills essential to patient treatment as listed in PTAE 110. COREQ: PTAE 110.

PTAE 113 Clinical Pathology
(2 Credits, Fall)

An overview of basic disease progression and classification with special emphasis on the inflammatory response are presented in this course. Exploration of pathologies that include: oncology, developmental and genetic diseases, hemodynamic disorders, nutritional pathology, infectious disease, cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders, lymphatic, endocrine, and dermatological disorders. Musculoskeletal and other pathologies treated with physical therapy interventions are also explored. Only those students who have been accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant program are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 207, PTAE 207L, PTAE 208, PTAE 208L, PTAE 217, and PTAE 217L.

PTAE 204 Therapeutic Modalities
(1 Credit, Fall)

This course provides an in-depth understanding of therapeutic modalities used as adjuncts to physical therapy interventions. Students develop competence in the application of therapeutic modalities including heat, cold, electrotherapy, intermittent compression, massage, traction, and ultrasound. The use of hydrotherapy and various treatments for wound care are explored. Evidenced-based practice and indications/contraindications are emphasized. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 204L, PTAE 215, PTAE 215L, and PTAE 240.

PTAE 204L Therapeutic Modalities Lab
(2 Credits, Fall)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will learn how to perform the skills that are complementary to the content provided in the theory course. The application of hot and cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and others as listed in PTAE 204 are performed to competency. COREQ: PTAE 204.

PTAE 207 Therapeutic Exercise
(2 Credits, Spring)

This course presents strengthening and conditioning principles and how these principles relate to rehabilitation of dysfunction. Students will learn how range of motion, strength, endurance, power, speed, agility, balance, proprioception, and kinesthesia relate to functionand rehabilitation. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 113, PTAE 207L, PTAE 208, PTAE 208L, PTAE 217, and PTAE 217L.

PTAE 207L Therapeutic Exercise Lab
(2 Credits, Spring)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will learn how to perform the skills that are complementary to the content provided in the theory course (PTAE 207). The exercise prescription will be applied through the use of equipment and hands-on techniques. COREQ: PTAE 207.

PTAE 208 Orthopedic Rehabilitation
(2 Credits, Spring)

This course emphasizes development, progression, and understanding of therapeutic exercise and other treatment practices for patients with musculoskeletal pathologies. Only those students who have successfully completed previous PTAE program coursework are eligible to enroll in this course. COREQ: PTAE 113, PTAE 207, PTAE 207L, PTAE 208L, PTAE 217, and PTAE 217L.

PTAE 208L Orthopedic Rehabilitation Lab
(2 Credits, Spring)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will learn how to perform the skills that are complementary to the content provided in the theory course (PTAE 208). Further practice in orthopedic exercise based on pathology and the healing process will be performed. Students will learn exercise progression and techniques for application. COREQ: PTAE 208.

PTAE 211 Data Collection
(1 Credit, Spring)

Students develop competence in the skills of measurements used in physical therapy. The use of goniometers, blood pressure cuffs, grip meters, and other tools of measurement are included. Analyzing gait, posture, and measuring muscle strength are included. Lab assessments include the reporting of observable and measureable data and their significance to patient progress. Emphasis is given to effective oral and written communication for reporting and documentation. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 101, PTAE 107, PTAE 107L, PTAE 110, PTAE 110L, and PTAE 211L.

PTAE 211L Data Collection Lab
(2 Credits, Spring)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will learn how to perform the skills that are complementary to the content provided in the theory course. Competencies learned in PTAE 211 will be practiced, demonstrated, and assessed. COREQ: PTAE 211.

PTAE 215 Special Populations
(1 Credit, Fall)

Students are introduced to the therapeutic principles and practices underlying the treatment of patients with burns, amputations, cardiopulmonary pathologies and considerations, women's health issues, and selected age-specific disorders. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 204, PTAE 204L, PTAE 215L, and PTAE 240.

PTAE 215L Special Populations Lab
(2 Credits, Fall)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will learn how to perform the skills that are complementary to the content provided in the theory course. Common patient treatment techniques are practiced for the pathologies listed in PTAE 215. COREQ: PTAE 215.

PTAE 217 Neurological Rehabilitation
(2 Credits, Spring)

This course guides students through the principles and practices used in the rehabilitation of individuals with neurological conditions. The principles incorporate musculoskeletal and neurological therapeutic exercise across the lifespan. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, neurodevelopmental theory and other facilitation techniques are learned. Pediatric training for developmental conditions is explored. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 113, PTAE 207, PTAE 207L, PTAE 208, PTAE 208L, and PTAE 217L.

PTAE 217L Neurological Rehabilitation Lab
(2 Credits, Spring)

Students enrolled in this laboratory course will learn how to perform the skills that are complementary to the content provided in the theory course (PTAE 217). Therapeutic exercise, treatment plans, and skill competencies related to the neuromuscular system are emphasized. COREQ: PTAE 217.

PTAE 221 Seminar Experience
(2 Credits, Spring)

Psychosocial considerations are reviewed with application to cultural/gender/aging/family dynamics in relation to disease, dysfunction, death and dying, and the grieving process. In addition, caregiver self-care, assertive communication, and clinical burnout are presented. Includes an introduction to effective administration aspects of varied physical therapy environments. Preparation for entering the physical therapy workplace is also explored. A review of the required text with an emphasis on board exam study and test-taking strategies is included. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 241.

PTAE 240 Clinical Experience 1
(7 Credits, Fall)

An eight week full-time clinical experience in a physical therapy clinical environment. Students use the competencies learned in their PTA technical courses to assist with treatment of patients/clients. Patient treatment, progression, rationale, and critical thinking, are practiced in a supervised setting. Only those students who have successfully completed all preview PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 204, PTAE 204L, PTAE 215, and PTAE 215L.

PTAE 241 Clinical Experience 2
(7 Credits, Spring)

An eight week, full-time final clinical experience in a physical therapy environment. Students use the competencies learned in their PTA technical courses to assist with the treatment of patients/clients. Patient treatment, progression, rationale, and critical thinking are practiced in a supervised setting. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. COREQ: PTAE 221.

SURG 100 Introduction and Basic Sciences
(3 Credits, Fall)

The study of the perioperative healthcare team and their language; the evolution and basic principles of asepsis; ethical, moral, and legal responsibilities; and the physical characteristics of the operating room suite. COREQ: SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 103, SURG 110, and SURG 150.

SURG 101 Operating Room Techniques
(5 Credits, Fall)

The study and successful demonstration of the safety, economy, equipment and supplies in the operating room environment, and the basic fundamental duties of the surgical technologist in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases. COREQ: SURG 100, SURG 102, SURG 103, SURG 110, and SURG 150.

SURG 102 Sterilization and Disinfection
(1 Credit, Fall)

Introduction to microorganisms with emphasis on sterilization and disinfection methods. COREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 103, SURG 110, and SURG 150.

SURG 103 Surgical Technological Sciences
(3 Credits, Fall)

Biomedical sciences as they relate to the operating room including physics, electricity, robotics, and computer skills. COREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 110, and SURG 150.

SURG 110 Preparation of the Surgical Patient
(3 Credits, Fall)

The study and practice designed to enable the student to become skilled, and to demonstrate, the duties of assisting with the preparation, transportation, positioning, pharmacology, and anesthesia of the surgical patient. COREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 103, and SURG 150.

SURG 111 Surgical Procedures
(6 Credits, Spring)

Brief history, relevant anatomy, pathophysiology, and procedure specific considerations for a variety of general surgeries including, but not limited to, the following: orthopedic surgery; obstetric and gynecological surgery; genitourinary surgery; plastic surgery; ophthalmic surgery; ear, nose, throat, and oral maxillofacial surgery; neurosurgery; cardiothoracic surgery; and peripheral vascular surgery. PREREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 103, SURG 110, and SURG 150. COREQ: SURG 116 and SURG 132.

SURG 116 Perioperative Care of Surgical Patients
(1 Credit, Spring)

The study of patient care in recovery room, outpatient surgery, and emergency room procedures. PREREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 103, SURG 110, and SURG 150. COREQ: SURG 111 and SURG 132.

SURG 132 Surgery Clinical Practice
(8 Credits, Spring)

Clinical experience in surgery, scrubbing, and orientation to circulating. PREREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 103, SURG 110, and SURG 150. COREQ: SURG 111 and SURG 116.

SURG 150 Job-Seeking Skills
(1 Credit, Fall)

The study and application of principles for the workplace including customer relations, employee rights, interpersonal relations, and resume writing. COREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 103, and SURG 110.

SURG 290 Surgical Technology Capstone
(7 Credits, Summer)

This course serves as a capstone experience for the Surgical Technology Associate of Applied Science program. Advances in surgical procedures and techniques will be emphasized, as well as medical advances that challenge the student to employ moral and ethical reasoning to emerging issues in healthcare. PREREQ: SURG 100, SURG 101, SURG 102, SURG 103, SURG 110, SURG 111, SURG 116, SURG 132, SURG 150, and PERM/INST.

EXHA 102 Couch to 10K
(1 Credit, Varies)

This course is designed to train and prepare students to run/walk a 10K. Students will engage in weekly goal setting focusing on a variety of run/walk experiences for fun and cardiovascular improvement. This course emphasizes body mechanics and identifies concepts to foster lifelong running/walking enjoyment. The class is designed for all ages as well as all levels of fitness. (Pass/No Pass)

EXHA 103 Stress Management
(1 Credit, Varies)

This course is a holistic approach to one of the largest issues in the modern world, stress management. In this course, students learn how to utilize both cognitive coping skills and a host of relaxation techniques with the intention to prevent and/or alleviate the physical and psychological symptoms of stress. The course is composed of both theoretical and experiential learning through a series of class exercise techniques. (Pass/No Pass)

EXHA 104 Stay Active, Live Well!
(1 Credit, Varies)

This course will challenge students of all ages and activity levels to improve their personal fitness in order to enhance their overall health and wellness. It is designed for students who seek an introduction to physical fitness and wellness experiences and will focus on providing useful information to students on the topics of behavior change and exercise planning, which will be used to create a semester long plan to improve physical fitness. (Pass/No Pass)

EXHA 105 Walking for Health and Fitness
(1 Credit, Varies)

This course is designed to help guide students through a personal activity level change by incorporating a regular walking regiment into their life. Students will learn how to set up personal goals, structure a walking program, evaluate their gains, and make appropriate changes to their activity plan. This course is appropriate for all ages and levels of fitness. (Pass/No Pass)

EXHS 155 Health and Wellness
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring/Summer)

This course provides an overview of the domains of wellness and the impact of lifestyle choices on all aspects of personal health. The course will explore topics related to nutrition, physical fitness, stress management, substance abuse, healthy relationships, and disease as it relates to morbidity, mortality and prevention. Students will be challenged to critically analyze individual and societal issues and problems that influence psychological, social, and physical well-being, based on relevant natural and social science skills and knowledge. This course is designed to enable students to reflect critically on important issues in health and wellness through an ethical lens. Students will evaluate societal and individual health and wellness decisions through a variety of ethical frameworks. (This CWI course meets Idaho State Board GEM competency requirements in GEM 6 - Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing. It has also been E designated and will fulfill the Ethical Reasoning requirement.).

EXHS 163 Fitness, Assessment, and Design
(3 Credits, Spring)

This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competence to conduct fitness assessments and design exercise programs as an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). A CPT is qualified to plan and implement exercise programs for healthy individuals or those who have medical clearance to exercise. Students will gain practical experience related to healthy fitness management programs and will learn safety techniques and basic sports nutrition. This course includes work in the Health and Human Performance Lab. Students will receive an annual membership to ACSM and test for the ACSM Certified Personal Trainer certification at the end of the course as their final exam. In order to sit for the certification exam students must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma (or equivalent).

EXHS 201 Foundations of Physical Activity
(3 Credits, Fall)

This course provides a study of sociocultural, historical, and philosophical factors and issues that influence attitudes and practices of physical activity. Students will examine how physical activity and sport have influenced culture and ethical practices from a historical perspective and in modern society. Students will learn how to describe and discuss scholarly work as it relates to history, culture, and philosophy. In addition, students will focus on writing effectively in multiple contexts for a variety of audiences and communicating effectively as a speaker and listener. PREREQ: ENGL 102.

EXHS 220 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
(4 Credits, Fall)

This course introduces students to the concepts, skills, and techniques used in the prevention and care of common athletic injuries and illnesses utilizing the guidelines established in the athletic training profession. An emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills that will foster students' ability to learn the signs and symptoms of common athletic injuries and be able to apply emergency first aid care while following administrative procedures. This course will include a lab component to introduce rehabilitation, training, and taping techniques for injuries related to sports participation.

EXHS 243 Applied Kinesiology
(3 Credits, Spring)

This course provides an investigation of the skeletal, articular, muscular, and nervous systems as they relate to the performance and analysis of human movement. Students will learn the clinical implications associated with disease, injury, and age-related changes in the basic anatomical model as they affect the outcome of movement performance.

HLTH 101 Medical Terminology
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of medical terminology. It includes word structure and general physiology of basic medical/surgical terms and procedures, body parts and organs, selected medical specialties, and commonly used medical abbreviations.

HLTH 110 Drug Use and Abuse
(3 Credits, Varies)

This course is designed to help students understand the social, biological, and psychological implications of drug use within our society. Students will explore and evaluate the characteristics of various drugs, what draws people to misuse them, and treatment modalities.

HLTH 202 Introduction to Health Systems
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

This course introduces students to the historical development, structure, and trends within the major components of the American healthcare delivery system. Students will examine the ways in which healthcare services are organized and delivered, the influences that impact healthcare public policy decisions, factors that determine the allocation of healthcare resources and the establishment of priorities, and the relationship of healthcare costs to measurable benefits. The course enables students to assess the role of organized efforts to influence health policy formulation, the contributions of medical technology, research findings, and societal values on our evolving healthcare delivery system.

HLTH 210 Human Sexuality
(3 Credits, Varies)

This course is an exploration of biological and psychosocial aspects of human sexual behavior. It explores sex in popular culture along with contemporary sexual issues from multiple cultural/global perspectives. Students will examine issues resulting from sexual behavior and beliefs, communication, gender, sexual coercion, sexuality throughout the life span, sexual orientation, contraception, and reproductive anatomy. PREREQ: ENGL 101. (This CWI course meets the institutional competency requirements in Global Perspectives.).

HLTH 220 Fundamentals of Nutrition
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring/Summer)

This course is designed to provide a broad understanding of the scientific principles of nutrition. Students will learn the process by which the human body ingests, digests, absorbs, transports, and converts the food we eat into usable energy; and its relation to health and disease. Throughout the course, students will be exposed to cutting-edge research informing today's food conversations both in theory and in practice. Lectures, readings, activities, and discussions are designed to challenge students to examine their belief systems about what they eat, think critically about their own choices, and develop a solid scientific foundation for understanding the claims about nutrition that appear in print and the media and why what we eat matters. (This CWI course meets Idaho State Board GEM competency requirements in GEM 4 - Scientific Ways of Knowing.).

HLTH 280 Global Health
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring/Summer)

This course will provide students with an overview of the most important health challenges facing the world today. Students will develop an understanding of key concepts, tools, and frameworks essential for continued study in global health. The course will focus on global disease burden, health determinants and disparities, health policy, and challenges of global health interventions. Explore the importance of understanding and addressing global health through multidisciplinary frameworks of the natural sciences, social-behavioral sciences, humanities, and policy. PREREQ: ENGL 101. (This CWI course meets the institutional competency requirements in Global Perspectives. It has also been E designated and will fulfill the Ethical Reasoning requirement.).

HLTH 290 Exercise and Health Science Capstone
(2 Credits, Spring)

The capstone course is designed for majors graduating with a degree in Public Health, Health Science, or Exercise Science. Students will complete a 45-hour internship in their field of choice, develop a professional portfolio, and organize their materials for transfer to a 4-year university or career. Students who enroll in this course should be in their last two semesters of the program. (Pass/No Pass) PREREQ: PERM/INST.

PHLT 110 Lifestyle Diseases and Their Global Burden
(3 Credits, Fall/Spring)

Non-communicable diseases (NCD's) are the leading cause of death globally, killing more people each year than all other causes combined. NCD's are primarily a result of rapid economic growth, increased revenues, modernization, urbanization, globalization, physical inactivity, and a shift from a culturally traditional diet to a Western-style diet. In this course, students will examine the cultural changes that have contributed to nutrition choices in both the U.S. and other developing countries. Students will develop awareness of their own cultural origins, evaluate the local and global impact of their choices, and examine how public policy influences choice and behavior. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) will be used to understand the geographies of disease, health behaviors, and health disparities. (This CWI course meets the institutional competency requirements in Global Perspectives.).

PHLT 120 Introduction to Public Health and Health Science
(3 Credits, Fall)

This course offers an introduction to the art and science of public health and health science. The course describes the systems of public health and healthcare in the United States, identifies disciplines of public health and health science, and explores the interrelationship between environmental factors, human behavior, and health policy in determining health outcomes.

PHLT 230 Introduction to Environmental Health
(3 Credits, Spring)

Students will evaluate the impact of chemical, physical, and biological agents on the public's health and the environment. Students will also examine how worldwide political, economic, and demographic diversity affects the public's health and the natural environment. PREREQ: PHLT 120.

PHLT 240 Introduction to Health Promotion and Education
(3 Credits, Fall)

This course introduces students to the field of health promotion and health education. Students will learn the foundational building blocks to grow their understanding and approaches to health promotion and education. Students will be introduced to the major concepts, historical developments, philosophical foundations, primary theories, and planning models within the field. In addition, students will explore career opportunities in health promotion and prevention fields. PREREQ: ENGL 102.

NURS 100 Fundamentals of Nursing and Health Assessment
(3 Credits, Fall)

An introduction to basic nursing concepts and knowledge including core values, health assessment, healthcare, relationship-centered care, teamwork, effects of environment, professional ethics, safety, legal issues, patient advocacy, and evidence-based nursing. Focus is on beginning development of nursing judgment (including critical thinking skills), a beginning identity as a nurse, and a spirit of inquiry with the goal of promoting optimal human wellness. PREREQ: Admission to AS Nursing program and MATH 123 (or higher level math). COREQ: NURS 103.

NURS 103 Nursing and Health Assessment Skills Lab/Clinical
(3 Credits, Fall)

Development of basic health assessment and patient care skills, safety, early advocacy, and therapeutic nursing interventions in promoting health/well-being of individuals. Utilizes and applies nursing process, critical thinking and development of nursing judgment through learning experiences in the on-campus lab, simulation lab, and application of nursing process and intervention with individuals in healthcare settings. PREREQ: Admission to AS Nursing program and MATH 123 (or higher level math). COREQ: NURS 100.

NURS 104 Basic Medical Surgical Nursing
(3 Credits, Spring)

Expands on fundamental nursing concepts. Focuses on adults with medical surgical health needs and nursing intervention to assist individuals to adapt to stressors from illness and surgery. Emphasizes implementation and evaluation aspects of nursing process and further development of problem-solving skills to help individuals progress toward optimal wellness. PREREQ: NURS 100, NURS 103, BIOL 227, BIOL 227L, ENGL 101, and PSYC 101. COREQ: NURS 105 and NURS 106.

NURS 105 Basic Medical Surgical Nursing Clinical
(3 Credits, Spring)

Clinical experience in simulation lab, hospitals, and nursing home environments. Provides development of nursing competencies including therapeutic nursing interventions, professional communication skills, and critical thinking skills, while beginning development of collaborative practice relationships with clients, their support systems, and healthcare team members. PREREQ: NURS 100, NURS 103, BIOL 227, BIOL 227L, ENGL 101, and PSYC 101. COREQ: NURS 104 and NURS 106.

NURS 106 Basic Pharmacology for Nursing
(3 Credits, Spring)

Provides an introduction to drug therapy and the RN's role. Emphasizes basic pharmacology principles, drug classifications and actions, methods of safe administration, legal considerations, appropriate patient education, and evaluation of patient responses/needs across the lifespan. Nursing process is used to determine appropriate pharmacologic intervention. PREREQ: NURS 100, NURS 103, BIOL 227, BIOL 227L, ENGL 101, and PSYC 101. COREQ: NURS 104 and NURS 105.

NURS 200 Nursing Specialties
(4 Credits, Fall)

Expands and refines core nursing concepts. Focus is on coping skills of individuals and families across the lifespan, and advanced use of advocacy for the client and profession. Learning experiences utilize the nursing process to provide physical and psychological care for patients and families. Prior enrollment in PSYC 201 is recommended. PREREQ: NURS 104, NURS 105, NURS 106, BIOL 228, BIOL 228L, MMBS 111, and MMBS 111L. COREQ: NURS 201.

NURS 201 Nursing Specialties Clinical
(2 Credits, Fall)

Clinical experiences in simulation, hospital, and community environments in nursing specialties. Provides further development of nursing competencies, therapeutic nursing interventions, professional communication, and critical-thinking skills. Focus is on individual patients using collaborative practice with interdisciplinary teams in promoting mental and physical health across the lifespan. PREREQ: NURS 104, NURS 105, NURS 106, BIOL 228, BIOL 228L, MMBS 111, and MMBS 111L. COREQ: NURS 200.

NURS 202 Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing
(4 Credits, Spring)

Focuses on complicated and advanced medical, surgical, and mental health conditions in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasizes understanding the pathophysiology of physical and mental illnesses as well as the use of nursing judgment, professional inquiry, and advanced nursing skills in meeting complex health needs in a holistic manner. PREREQ: NURS 200, NURS 201, COMM 101, ENGL 102, and SOC 101. COREQ: NURS 203.

NURS 203 Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing Lab/Clinical
(4 Credits, Spring)

Lab and clinical experience in acute care environments. Provides for development of more advanced nursing competencies in nursing intervention, therapeutic communication, and critical thinking skills. Focus is on individual patients with acute or chronic illness as well as patients with mental health needs. Includes emphasis on collaborative nursing practice with interdisciplinary teams in caring for patients with complex health problems. PREREQ: NURS 200, NURS 201, COMM 101, ENGL 102 and SOC 101. COREQ: NURS 202.

PNUR 100 Fundamentals of Nursing
(6 Credits, Spring)

This course introduces basic concepts, principles, and theories of nursing practice with an emphasis on the five components of the nursing process. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of physical assessment, patient safety, communication, clinical reasoning, patient advocacy, and ethical and legal considerations, as well cultural diversity in nursing practice. Basic clinical nursing skills are presented in a supervised lab setting. PREREQ: Admission to the Practical Nursing program.

PNUR 101 Nursing Care of the Elderly
(2 Credits, Summer)

This course provides an overview of common acute and chronic health conditions encountered among the older adult population in a variety of environments. Course topics include physical and psychological responses to the aging process as well as preventative and restorative measures provided by the practical nurse caring for older patients. End of life care options are also covered. PREREQ: PNUR 100. COREQ: PNUR 102.

PNUR 102 Comprehensive Care of Adults 1
(6 Credits, Summer)

This course provides students with in-depth instruction of pharmacology, healthcare conditions, and nursing interventions within the adult population in a variety of healthcare settings. Clinical experiences emphasize safe and competent nursing care within the acute care setting. Concepts of critical thinking and clinical reasoning are expanded. This course must be successfully completed prior to enrollment in Comprehensive Care of Adults 2. PREREQ: PNUR 100. COREQ: PNUR 101.

PNUR 103 Comprehensive Care of Adults 2
(6 Credits, Fall)

The content of this course builds on knowledge and skills learned during Comprehensive Care of Adults 1 (PNUR 102) with an emphasis on making connections between theory and practice. Students will learn about advanced pharmacology, complex healthcare conditions and their effect on multiple body systems, and advanced nursing interventions within the adult population in an acute care setting. Clinical experiences highlight the delivery of safe and competent advanced nursing care within the acute care setting and preparation for transition to other care options. PREREQ: PNUR 100, PNUR 101, and PNUR 102. COREQ: PNUR 104 and PNUR 105.

PNUR 104 Nursing Care of the Developing Family
(4 Credits, Fall)

This course covers nursing care of individuals and families across the lifespan and among different cultures. Topics include care of the obstetric and newborn patient and women's and adolescents' health. Theories of growth and development, as well as Erikson's life stages, are used to frame topics. Emphasis is placed on the practical nurse's role in the preservation and promotion of health. PREREQ: PNUR 100, PNUR 101, and PNUR 102. COREQ: PNUR 103 and PNUR 105.

PNUR 105 Transition to Practice
(3 Credits, Fall)

This course utilizes the knowledge and skills acquired in previous courses within the program to facilitate a seamless transition from student to practical nurse. Students are provided with an opportunity to work in a healthcare setting with an assigned licensed preceptor. This course is intended to provide the student with the opportunity to gain confidence in the role of practical nurse and to build on the identity of the practical nurse as a valuable member of the healthcare team. PREREQ: PNUR 100, PNUR 101, and PNUR 102. COREQ: PNUR 103 and PNUR 104.