2013 - 2014 Student Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Physical Therapist Assistant |
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PTA 220 - Clinical Medicine I 1 Cr.
Investigation of pathology, pharmacology and other medical management of cardiac, vascular, integumentary, pulmonary, and endocrine diagnoses commonly seen in physical therapy clinical practice. Includes burn injury and other wounds, diabetes, and amputation. This is a 5 week modular course which begins the eleventh week of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Fall semester.) Pre-Requisites: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 150, PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 221L, PTA 226, and BIO 215
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PTA 221L - Clinical Medicine I Laboratory 1 Cr.
This laboratory companion course for PTA220 provides the student with instruction in physical therapy management of patients with cardiac, vascular, integumentary, pulmonary, and endocrine diagnoses commonly seen in physical therapy clinical practice. The course includes simulated practice of treatment of cardiac and pulmonary patients, burn injuries and other wounds. Additionally, clinical concerns and interventions when working with patients with diabetes, therapeutic exercise protocols, residual limb care, prosthetic application, and functional training for patients with amputation will be addressed. This is a five week modular course which begins the eleventh week of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Fall semester.) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 150, PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 226, and BIO 215
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PTA 226 - Clinic Operations and Management 1 Cr.
Topics for this course include historical perspectives on delivery of health care, clinic operations management, delegation and supervision, policies and procedures, performance appraisal, quality assurance/continuous quality improvement, and reimbursement issues such as the uninsured and underinsured, Medicare, Medicaid, Worker’s Compensation and commercial insurance. Includes current issues and trends in physical therapy such as continuing competency, specialty certification for physical therapists, and possibilities for recognition for the PTA with exceptional experience or skills.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Fall semester.) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 150, PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, and BIO 215
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PTA 230 - Pediatrics 2 Cr.
Topics of this course include infant and child typical and atypical growth and development, acquisition of motor milestones, selected developmental disabilities commonly seen in pediatric physical therapy, physical therapy in schools, orthotics, adaptive equipment, measures of functional status and change. This is a three week modular course which begins at the start of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester. ) Pre-Requisites: PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, PTA 231L, PTA 250, PTA 232L, PTA 240, PTA 275, and BIO 215
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PTA 231L - Pediatrics Laboratory 1 Cr.
The physical therapist assistant student will be exposed to activities and techniques to utilize when working with pediatric patients, including basic handling and facilitation of movement in the developmental sequence. Students will learn about the influence of typical and atypical primitive reflexes on posture and movement, righting and equilibrium responses, and abnormal balance responses and coordination. Opportunities to practice interventions to alleviate difficulties with motor control will be emphasized. This is a three week modular course which begins at the start of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered in the Spring semester.) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requsites that may be met concurrently: PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, PTA 230, PTA 250, PTA 232L, PTA 240, PTA 275, and BIO 215
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PTA 232L - Neurorehabilitation Laboratory 2 Cr.
Knowledge of motor learning and motor control gained from PTA230 and PTA 231 will be developed as more in-depth theory, principles, and practices of physical therapy pertinent to patients with neuromuscular conditions are studied. Topics include: specialized interventions and philosophies for treatment of patients with neuropathology and subsequent disorders of movement, accessibility, environmental assessment, and specialty wheelchair applications. This is a four week modular course which begins the 8th week of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. ((Usually offered in the Spring semester.)) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requsites that may be met concurrently: PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, PTA 230, PTA 231L, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 275, and BIO 215
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PTA 240 - Clinical Medicine II 2 Cr.
The content of this course includes the pathophysiological changes resulting from disease processes including the etiology of diseases and disruption of the integrity of bodily functions due to traumatic, immunological, genetic, inflammatory, and degenerative causes. This course emphasizes pathology and pharmacology for diagnoses affecting the neuromuscular systems which are commonly encountered in physical therapy practice, for example, stroke, head injury, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injury. Oncology and changes associated with advanced age are also covered. This course is the final classroom experience for the PTA program. Therefore, composition of resume and cover letters, mock interviews, and a mock licensing exam are included. This is a 3 week modular course which begins the ninth week of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requsites that may be met concurrently: PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, PTA 230, PTA 231L, PTA 232L, PTA 240, PTA 250, PTA 275, and BIO 215
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PTA 250 - Clinical Practicum II 3 Cr.
This second clinical education course will provide students with hands-on application of the advanced skills acquired to this point in the program. Students are assigned to a clinical facility, typically in Western New York, at the discretion of the academic clinical coordinator of education, and dependent upon the availability of clinical sites. Students will complete 4 weeks of full-time (37 hours/week) clinical education. Supervision is provided directly by either licensed physical therapists or certified physical therapist assistants employed at the clinical site.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, PTA 230, PTA 231L, and BIO 215
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PTA 275 - Clinical Practicum III 4 Cr.
This third clinical education course will provide students with further hands-on application of the advanced skills acquired to this point in the program. Students are assigned to a clinical facility, typically in Western New York, at the discretion of the academic clinical coordinator of education, and dependent upon the availability of clinical sites. Students will complete 5 weeks of full-time (37 hours/week) clinical education. Supervision is provided directly by either licensed physical therapists or certified physical therapist assistants employed at the clinical site.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 210, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, PTA 231L, PTA 232L, PTA 240, PTA 250, and PTA 275
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PTA 295 - Clinical Practicum IV 4 Cr.
This fourth and final clinical education course will provide students with further hands-on application of all of the skills acquired in the program. This terminal clinical education course ensures that students are prepared to enter the workforce as entry level physical therapist assistants. Students are assigned to a clinical facility, typically in Western New York, at the discretion of the academic clinical coordinator of education, and dependent upon the availability of clinical sites. Students will complete 5 weeks of full-time (37 hours/week) clinical education. Supervision is provided directly by either licensed physical therapists or certified physical therapist assistants employed at the clinical site.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Summer Session I.) Pre-Requisites: PTA 275
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Political Science |
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Psychology |
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Radiologic Technology |
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RAD 100 - Introduction to Radiologic Technology 4 Cr.
The positioning and topographic landmarks of upper and lower extremities, chest, abdomen and contrast studies. Basic radiation protection is presented.
Restricted to Radiologi Technology students. (Usually offered Fall semester.) Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: BIO 213 Co-Requisites: RAD 100L, RAD 101
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RAD 102 - Radiologic Technology II 5 Cr.
Advanced study of the factors contributing to the radiographic image and basic fundamentals of radiographic physics.
Restricted to Radiologic Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Pre-Requisites: BIO 213, RAD 100, RAD 101 Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requistes that may be met concurrently: BIO 214 and RAD 103
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RAD 103 - Radiographic Procedures I 6 Cr.
Instruction, demonstration and practice in radiographic positioning of the axial and appendicular skeleton along with exposure techniques. Drug administration is also presented. Observation and clinical experience are provided for the development of competency in an affiliated hospital or health care facility.
Restricted to Radiologic Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Pre-Requisites: BIO 213, RAD 100, RAD 101 Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: BIO 214 and RAD 102 Co-Requisites: RAD 103C, RAD 103L, BIO 214 and RAD 102.
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RAD 201 - Radiologic Technology III 4 Cr.
Physics of radiographic equipment, including fundamental electronics, x ray production, the x ray tube, image intensification, digital fluoroscopy and related circuitry and preventative maintenance.
Restricted to Radiologic Technology Students. (Usually offered Fall semester) Pre-Requisites: RAD 102 and 104 Co-Requisites: RAD 202
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RAD 202 - Radiographic Procedures II 7 Cr.
Instruction and practice in positioning techniques involving the skull, facial bones, and advanced radiographic procedures. Clinical application of advanced positioning techniques with emphasis on the skull and facial bones.
Restricted to Radiologic Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, RAD 104 Co-Requisites: RAD 201
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RAD 203 - Radiologic Technology IV 4 Cr.
Presentation of the various medical and surgical diseases and their relationship to radiologic procedures. Introduction to radiographic examinations involving surgical procedures and specialized equipment. This also includes the basics of computed tomography.
Restricted to Radiologic Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Pre-Requisites: RAD 201, RAD 202, RAD 202L, RAD 202C Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: RAD 212 and BIO 246 Co-Requisites: RAD 204, RAD 204L, RAD 204C
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RAD 204 - Radiographic Procedures III 7 Cr.
Principles and techniques of quality assurance testing through emphasis on laboratory experiments. Major emphasis on digital and computed radiography imaging systems providing minimal patient exposure along with optimal radiographic information presented. Clinical assignments devoted to the application of radiographic procedures in an affiliated hospital or health care facility. Restricted to Radiologic Technology students.
Restricted to Radiologic Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Pre-Requisites: RAD 201, RAD 201L&C, RAD 202 Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: RAD 212, BIO 246 Co-Requisites: RAD 203
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RAD 212 - Seminars in Radiologic Technology 1 Cr.
Preparation of the technical report and its organization for both written and oral presentation. Readings in current literature and journals involving trends in radiography. General topics include pediatric radiography, trauma, surgical radiography, career placement in radiography, MRI, Mammography.
Restricted to Radiologic Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Pre-Requisites: RAD 201, RAD 202, RAD 202L&C Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: BIO 246 Co-Requisites: RAD 203, RAD 203L&C, RAD 204, and RAD 204L&C
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Recreation |
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Science Laboratory Technology |
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Sign Language |
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Sociology |
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Spanish |
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Speech |
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Sport Management |
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Surgical Technology |
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SUR 100 - Surgical Technology I 6 Cr.
This course introduces the roles of various surgical team members and the organization of the surgical suite. Students will identify and develop the responsibilities of scrub, circulating, and second assisting surgical technologists before, during, and after surgery. The focus will be on the development of knowledge and skills related to surgical asepsis and patient care concepts in the didactic, laboratory, and clinical practice. Students will participate in the on-campus practice laboratories and hospital-based clinical experiences.
Restricted to Surgical Technology students. (Usually offered Fall semester.) Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of all Academic Foundation courses. Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations. Co-Requisites: SUR 100C, SUR 100L, BIO 213, BIO 213L, MED 134, PSY 110, and SUR 160.
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SUR 160 - Basic Patient Care 2 Cr.
A study of basic patient care, nursing techniques, approaches and intervention for non-nursing students. Topics include safe patient care; hygiene and patient comfort, nutritional needs, vital signs, positioning and observation of the patient, special techniques and medical records.
Restricted to Surgical Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.)
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SUR 200 - Surgical Technology III 6 Cr.
This course emphasizes the Surgical Technologist’s role to perform and facilitate safe and effective conduct. It is vital to anticipate the surgeon needs, pass instruments, and provide sterile items in an efficient manner. Clinical practice will employ intermediate surgical interventions.
Restricted to Surgical Technology students. (Usually offered Fall semester.) Pre-Requisites: BIO 214, CIS 100 or MAT 106, PHA 160, and SUR 104. Co-Requisites: SUR 200C, BIO 221, ENG 101, PSY 110
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SUR 204 - Surgical Technology IV 6 Cr.
This course of the Surgical Technology program possess expertise of theory and mastery of sterile and aseptic technique. The combination of basic sciences, knowledge of surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technologies facilitates the surgeon’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Clinical practice exposure at the affiliated hospital facility is advanced surgical intervention. Clinical practice exposure is advance surgical intervention.
Restricted to Surgical Technology students. (Usually offered Spring semester.) Pre-Requisites: BIO 221, SUR 200, ENG 101, and PSY 110 Co-Requisites: SUR204C, ENG 102, and SOC 101
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Theatre Arts |
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THA 102 - Theatre Arts Success Seminar 1 Cr.
The Theatre Arts Success Seminar is designed to help students acquire essential skills needed for academic success. The topics covered will include, but are not limited to: Orientation to College Life, Theatre Arts Program Requirements, setting short term and long term education and career goals, college survival skills, critical thinking, and the creative process. This course makes extensive use of the ANGEL Course Management System for accessing course materials.
Restricted to Theatre Arts students. (Usually offered in Fall and Spring semesters)
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