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Physical Education
  

  • PED 157 - Badminton

    1 Cr.

    Introduces the student to the racquet sport, badminton.  The course includes beginning strokes and serves, court position for doubles and singles play, strategy, terminology, etiquette, and rules of the game.  Men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles are played.
    (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)
      (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • PED 170 - Tennis

    1 Cr.

    Introduces the racket sport of tennis to the inexperienced student. The grips, basic skills (forehand, backhand, flat serve, lob, and volley) are introduced as well as USTA rules, conditioning, etiquette, strategy, and safety. The doubles and singles baseline games are emphasized, but net play is covered for both. (Usually offered Fall and Summer semesters.)


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  • PED 178 - Softball Skills and Theory

    1 Cr.

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the modern game of softball. The course will include the acquisition of basic skills: throwing, catching, fielding, hitting, pitching, base running, and sliding. Incorporated into the course are rules as established by the WNY Softball Association, offensive and defensive strategies, conditioning, safety, principles of umpiring, equipment and apparel, and principles of conduct. (Usually offered Spring semester.)


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  • PED 179 - Soccer Skills & Theory

    1 Cr.

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the modern game of soccer.  The course will include the acquisition of basic skills, knowledge of rules as established by the WNY Soccer Association, strategy and practice of good conduct.  Additionally, principles of conditioning, safety, care and selection of equipment and the understanding of principles of refereeing will be
    incorporated into the course.
    (Usually offered Fall semester.)
      (Usually offered Fall semester.)


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  • PED 180 - Basketball Skills & Theory

    1 Cr.

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the game of basketball.  It includes the acquisition of the basic skills:  passing, dribbling, shooting inside and outside, faking, pivoting, and rebounding.  Also incorporated into the course are WNY Basketball Association rules, offensive and defensive strategies, conditioning, safety, equipment and apparel, principles of officiating, and principles of conduct.  (Usually offered in Spring semester)


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  • PED 235 - Adventure Education II

    1 Cr.

    An activity course designed for individuals interested in the understanding and application of low and high ropes course activities. Participants will experience an overview of teaching strategies, safety principles, rescue techniques, programming for K-12 school systems and develop experience on the low and high ropes course.


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  • PED 275 - Lifeguard Training with Advanced First Aid

    3 Cr.

    Focuses on the skills, techniques, and knowledge needed by students to achieve certification by the American Red Cross for a Lifeguard Training certificate. Waterfront Lifeguard Training is also included. It will also prepare Professional Rescuer, which includes AED training. It also emphasizes the importance of a safe, healthy lifestyle, and a student as a caregiver in First Aid and as a CPR knowledge to prevent lifestyle related injuries or related injuries or related illnesses. American Red Cross guidelines and sanctions are adhered to. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: Student will be able to swim 300 yards continuously using front crawl (100 yards) and breaststroke (100 yards) followed by a choice of either (100 yards); student will be able to swim 20 yards, submerge, retrieve a 10 lb. brick off the pool floor, return 20 yards keeping both hands on the brick (supine position, no goggles permitted for this portion), and finally exit the pool without the assistance of steps or a ladder in under 100 seconds. (By permission of instructor).


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  • PED 401-443 - Intercollegiate Athletics

    2 Cr.

    Student athletes may earn one academic credit for each semester of participation on each intercollegiate athletic team, with a grade of S/U.  Students may receive a maximum of 2 credits of participation on each intercollegiate athletic team by fulfilling all educational requirements of the sport(s) which they may elect to participate.  Credit for intercollegiate athletics fulfills the 2 credit HPE requirement.  
      Try-outs for team membership.


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Physical Science
  

  • PHS 101 - Introduction Physical Science

    4 Cr.

    The course is divided into three parts: mathematical computations used in basic science courses; physics: Newton’s Laws of Motion, work, energy, and levers. The remainder of the course is devoted to the basic laws of chemistry, atomic structure, periodic chart, nomenclature, chemical reactions and solution chemistry. A basic algebra based approach is taken in the physics and chemistry. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (NS)

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 004 or waiver through testing.


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Physical Therapist Assistant
  

  • PTA 110 - Introduction to Clinical Kinesiology

    3 Cr.

    Following an overview of anatomical terminology, musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology, the student is introduced to clinical kinesiology and the application of biomechanical principles in the field of physical therapy. This is a 7.5 week modular course that takes place the first half of the semester. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 111L, PTA 112L, PTA 116, BIO 213, and BIO 213L


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  • PTA 111L - Basic Patient Care Skills

    1 Cr.

    This laboratory course introduces the PTA student to basic patient care skills including standard precautions, body mechanics, patient positioning, measurement of vital signs, wheelchair management, transfers, and gait training. Through self-study, the student is also introduced to medical terminology and medical abbreviations in preparation for documentation. Students must complete a minimum of 45 hours of observation in a physical therapy clinic. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 112L, PTA 116, BIO 213, and BIO 213L


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  • PTA 112L - Physical Therapy Foundations Laboratory

    1 Cr.

    This course provides the foundations necessary for Clinical Orthopedics. Common orthopedic assessment procedures utilized in physical therapy, as well as documentation of the collected data are introduced. The assessment procedures include manual muscle testing, goniometry, gross screening versus definitive testing of sensory status, and deep tendon reflexes. Basic theories, principles and methods of therapeutic exercise and stretching will also be covered. As additional foundations for Clinical Orthopedics, the physiology of tissue healing and repair, arthritis, connective tissue diseases and associated pharmacology will be discussed. This is a 7.5 week modular course which is offered the second half of the semester. (Usually offered Fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 116, BIO 213, and BIO 213L


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  • PTA 116 - Introduction to the PT Profession

    2 Cr.

    This course provides the student with an orientation to the NCCC’s PTA program’s academic and clinical policies, and an introduction to the field of physical therapy. Topics include a historical perspective of the field of physical therapy, state practice acts, medical-professional ethics and conduct, the role of the PTA as part of the health care team, and an orientation to the psychological and social needs of patients and their families. Techniques for effective interaction and intervention between the physical therapist assistant and the patient will be emphasized. Students will be instructed in HIPAA and the rights, dignity, and individuality of the patients they encounter. The role and significance of the American Physical Therapy Association, the ADA, and the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice will be examined. This is a 10 week modular course which takes place during the first 10 weeks of the semester.

    Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 112L, BIO 213, and BIO 213L


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  • PTA 130 - Clinical Orthopedics

    4 Cr.

    This lecture course presents the normal anatomy and kinesiology of each of the peripheral joints and the spine. With this foundation, pathophysiological and pathokinesiological factors which may result in musculo-skeletal dysfunction are examined. The course organization parallels that of PTA 131L, in that, study of the specific regions of the body for both courses will be sequenced as follows: spine, hip, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.

    Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 112L, PTA 116, PTA 131L, BIO 214, and BIO 214L


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  • PTA 131L - Clinical Orthopedics Lab

    2 Cr.

    This laboratory course requires the physical therapist assistant student to apply the knowledge gained in PTA 112 and PTA130 to specific regions of the body. Students will gain experience by role-playing the part of the physical therapist assistant and also acting as surrogate patients. Students will engage in extensive laboratory practice in palpation, goniometry, flexibility testing, manual muscle testing, therapeutic exercise, stretching, sensation testing, deep tendon reflex testing, and limb length and girth measurement. An overview of selected orthopedic special tests commonly utilized in physical therapy is covered, and students are exposed to concepts of joint mobilization. The course organization parallels that of PTA130 in that study of the specific regions of the body for both courses will be sequenced as follows: spine, hip, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Rehabilitation for common orthopedic conditions, and observation and correction of postural and gait deviations utilizing stretching and strengthening techniques will be covered. Documentation for the PTA will be studied with emphasis on documenting the data collected and therapeutic interventions provided in an orthopedic setting. 

    Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 112L, PTA 116, PTA 131L, BIO 214, and BIO 214L


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  • PTA 150 - Clinical Practicum I

    3 Cr.

    This initial clinical exposure will provide students with hands-on application of the skills acquired during the first academic year of 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. (Usually offered Summer Session II.)


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  • PTA 210 - Physical Agents

    2 Cr.

    Examines the theory and principles of physical therapy modalities. As a precursor to the application of physical agent modalities, massage and electrotherapy in the laboratory and clinic, this course covers important aspects of normal and abnormal physiology. Thermoregulation, skin functions and responses, sensory system functions, pain and pain modulation, and circulatory responses are covered. Methods of classifying health and wellness consistent with the APTA’s Guide to Physical Therapy Practice are also covered. This is a 10 week modular course offered the first 10 weeks of the semester.

    Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Fall semester.)

    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 150, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, and BIO 215


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  • PTA 211L - Physical Agents Laboratory

    2 Cr.

    In this course, the indications, precautions, contraindications, methods of application and effects of physical therapy modalities are covered. Physical therapist assistant students are provided the opportunity to practice application of therapeutic heat and cold, mechanical traction, external compression, ultrasound and phonophoresis, massage, hydrotherapy, ultraviolet light, electromyographic biofeedback, and the various forms of electric current therapy. Students will experience the modalities as surrogate patients as well. Case studies, and attempts to otherwise simulate the clinical environment are emphasized throughout, as are written documentation of pertinent aspects of these physical therapy interventions and other necessary forms of communication with the patient, physical therapist, and other members of the multi-interdisciplinary team. This is a 10 week modular course offered the last 10 weeks of the semester.

    Restricted to PTA students only. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 150, PTA 210, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, and BIO 215


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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.)

    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.)

    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.)

    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.))

    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.)

    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.)

    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.)

    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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  • PTA 310 - PTA Clinical Education III

    5 Cr.

    This last clinical education course, which consists of two, four-week, full-time (40 hours/week) clinical education experiences will build upon PTA Clinical Education I and II, as well as all of the PTA practices and seminar courses. Assignments are arranged at the discretion of the academic coordinator of clinical education to ensure exposure to a variety of clinical settings. However, placement is dependent upon the availability of clinical sites. Students will be supervised by licensed physical therapists and/or certified physical therapist assistants in the clinical setting. Upon successful completion of this third clinical education course, the physical therapist assistant graduate will be competent to practice as a physical therapist assistant and will be eligible for certification. (Usually offered Summer session.)

    Pre-Requisites: PTA 206, PTA 207, and PTA 208.


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Physics
  

  • PHY 112 - Our Solar System

    1 Cr.

    A modular course oriented specifically toward a fuller understanding of the members of our solar system. An in-depth study of the planets will be supplemented with the reasons for the habitability of our planet. An awareness on how to prevent self destruction and promote environmental protection of Earth is given. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (N) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • PHY 113 - The Universe

    1 Cr.

    A modular course which stresses an understanding of the evolutionary theories of the universe. Discussions will include such subjects as supernova, pulsars, nova, black holes, red shift, matter, anti-matter, and space-time. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (N) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: PHY 112 or permission of the instructor.


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  • PHY 114 - Extraterrestrial Life

    1 Cr.

    A modular course examining the possibility of the existence of life outside the Earth. Known life processes will be discussed with other possible processes relevant to existing conditions near other stars. Course principles will be applied to the investigation of extraterrestrial civilizations and possible modes of contact. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (N) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: PHY 112 or permission of the instructor.


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  • PHY 116 - Cosmos

    3 Cr.

    An introductory, interdisciplinary course which studies the essence of astronomical knowledge as a product of man’s application of the ‘Copernican Principle.’ The interplay between science and cultural beliefs and how philosophical and religious beliefs have enhanced or conflicted with scientific principles is discussed. Human activity on Earth and its implication on ecology are compared to other planetary ecologies. Stellar evolution including star birth, Main Sequence stage and stellar demise is discussed with sun as a model star. Recent astronomical findings by many space probes including the Hubble Space Telescope are discussed. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (N) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • PHY 120 - Introduction to Physics

    4 Cr.

    An introductory course in physics. The course assumes that students have no previous background in physics. The basic mathematical working tools are algebra and trigonometry. The topics covered will be mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism and light. Students will be expected to solve simple physics application problems. Usually offered Fall semesters during day and Spring semesters of odd numbered years during evening.

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 111 or equivalent.


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  • PHY 131 - General Physics I

    4 Cr.

    As a survey course, PHY 131 132 is a two semester, non calculus sequence. Topics include vectors, forces, acceleration, linear and circular motion, gravitation, energy, momentum, fluids, gases, liquids, solids and thermo dynamics. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (N) (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 111 or equivalent.
    Co-Requisites: PHY131L


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  • PHY 152 - Wave Motion, Heat and Light

    4 Cr.

    Specific topics include Simple Harmonic Motion, traveling waves, standing waves, acoustics, thermometry, heat units, heat transfer, the Ideal Gas Law, the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, the heat engine, the refrigerator, the Carnot cycle, reflection, refraction, the optics of prisms and lenses and various interference effects. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (N) (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: 4 credits of mechanics or other introductory physics course or permission of the instructor.
    Co-Requisites: PHY152L


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  • PHY 171 - Calculus-Based Physics and Mechanics

    4 Cr.

    The first of four calculus-based, general physics courses supporting the customary baccalaureate science or engineering degree requirement. The subjects covered in PHY 171 are centered on mechanical phenomena. Topics include measurement and estimation, the description of motion, vectors and vector algebra, Newton’s Laws of Motion, energy, momentum, rotational motion, static equilibrium, elasticity and harmonic motion. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (NS) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-requisite that may be met concurrently: MAT 120
    Co-Requisites: PHY171L


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  • PHY 172 - Calculus-Based Physics II

    4 Cr.

    The second of four calculus-based general physics courses supporting the customary baccalaureate science or engineering degree requirement. The subjects covered in PHY 172 are centered on electromagnetic phenomena. Topics include static electricity, fields and potentials, capacitance, resistance, DC circuits, RC circuits, magnetic forces and fields, induction, RL circuits, AC circuits, RLC circuits and Maxwell’s equations. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (NS) (Usually offered fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 120 and PHY 171
    Pre-requisite that may be met concurrently: MAT 121
    Co-Requisites: PHY172L


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  • PHY 273 - Calculus Based Physics: Optics and Modern Physics

    4 Cr.

    The third of four calculus based, general physics courses supporting the customary baccalaureate science or engineering degree requirement. The subjects covered in PHY 273 are centered on wave, optical and quantum mechanical phenomena. Topics include sound, acoustic wave propagation, Fourier decomposition, optical polarization, diffraction, geometrical optics, optical system analysis, blackbody radiation, photoelectric effect, line spectra, the Bohr atom, deBroglie waves, the Schrodinger equation, quantum tunneling, quantum puzzles, nuclear phenomena. (Usually offered Fall semester.) Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (NS) (Usually offered spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: Prerequisites: PHY 171 and PHY 172.
    Pre-requisite that may be met concurrently: MAT 222


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Political Science
  
  

  • PSC 101 - American Government

    3 Cr.

    Basic structure, functions, and processes of the American government at the national level. Concepts of constitutionalism, federalism, and civil liberties are analyzed through study of the U.S. Constitution and significant Supreme Court cases. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (S) (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042 and ENG 099 or waiver through testing.


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  • PSC 102 - International Politics

    3 Cr.

    This course is an introductory survey of major topics in international politics. It will address theoretical questions in international relations, including the role of the state, non-state actors, international organizations, collective security, realism, liberalism, power, international political economy, nuclear deterrence and terrorism.

    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042 and ENG 099 or waiver through testing.


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Practical Nursing
  
  

Psychology
  

  • PSY 110 - Introduction to Psychology

    3 Cr.

    This course is a survey of basic psychology. Primary topics include research methods, the biological basis of behavior, learning, memory, motivation, personality, psychopathology, and psychotherapy. Additional topics include history, sensation and perception, cognition, emotion, growth and development, stress and coping, and social psychology.

    Meets SUNY General Education Requirement for Social Sciences (SS). (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters and in an asynchronous web-based environment.)


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  • PSY 180 - Psychology of Human-Animal Relationships

    3 Cr.

    This course will explore the interdisciplinary field of Anthrozoology, which is the study of the ways in which human and non-human animals relate to each other and impact each other’s lives. This course will survey a number of Anthrozoological issues from predominantly a psychological frame of reference. The material has great relevance not only within Psychology, but also within disciplines such as Animal Management, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Sociology, and so on. Primary topics include pet-keeping, developmental and health benefits of pets, Animal-Assisted Therapy, animal abuse and violence toward humans, cognitive ethology, animal rights, and animal welfare. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Usually offered Spring semester)

    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042 and ENG 099.


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  • PSY 210 - Lifespan Developmental Psychology

    3 Cr.

    This course is a behavioral scientific inquiry into the processes of human development from conception to death as viewed through psychological and interdisciplinary perspectives. Major topics include a historical overview of the study and development; research methods; and the roles of biological, cognitive and social factors in contributing to development across the life-span. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Usually offered in Fall and Spring semesters..)

    Pre-Requisites: PSY 110


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  • PSY 220 - Child Development

    3 Cr.

    This course is the study of the nature and underlying processes of human development from the prenatal period through adolescence. Major topics include developmental methodologies, biological bases of behavior, cognitive development and intelligence, language development, and social, emotional and moral development. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Usually offered in Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: PSY 110


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  • PSY 230 - Adult Development

    3 Cr.

    This course is a behavioral scientific inquiry into the process of human adult development and aging from adolescence through death. Major topics include a historical overview, changing population demographics, and the interrelationship between the biological, psychological, and sociological factors which occur throughout a person’s adult life. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters when scheduled.)

    Pre-Requisites: PSY 110.


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  • PSY 240 - Social Psychology

    3 Cr.

    This course is the scientific study of the ways that human thinking, emotions, and behaviors are influenced by the real and/or imagined presence of other humans. Major topics include social psychological research methods and ethics, social cognition (e.g. conformity, compliance, obedience, group processes, deindividuation, group think), and applications of social psychological findings to daily life (e.g. law, business, health, education, current events). Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Usually offered in Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: PSY 110


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  • PSY 250 - Abnormal Psychology

    3 Cr.

    This course will examine the development, diagnostic symptoms, and clinical dimensions related to abnormal behavior as outlined in the current classification system. What is presently viewed as abnormal behavior is examined to determine if it is inappropriate or truly psychopathological behavior. Major topics include the historical, biological, psychological, and social perspectives of abnormal behavior and the comparison of different treatment modalities, their methods, and differential effectiveness. Further, this course will thoroughly examine the scientific research and empirical findings within the area of psychopathology and its implications. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters and in an asynchronous web-based environment.)

    Pre-Requisites: PSY 110


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  • PSY 255 - Methods of Scientific Inquiry

    3 Cr.

    This course surveys the principles, theories, and methods of scientific inquiry in the social sciences, with a particular emphasis on approaches related to the field of psychological research. Major topics include population identification and sampling; experimental and correlational designs; basic statistical design; data analysis; interpretation and application of results; independent research design; and search techniques Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Offered occaionally)

    Pre-Requisites: PSY 110 and successful completion of AAC 042, ENG 099, and MAT 004 or waiver through testing.


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  • PSY 264 - Analysis of Variance

    1 Cr.

    This course follows MAT 164 and is designed to give students transferring into Psychology Departments the combined equivalent of a Psychological Statistics course and/or for the student who wishes an additional experience in statistics. Topics include one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), its logic, computation, and interpretation; comparisons between means; and two-way ANOVA, main effects and interaction. In addition to hand calculations, students will be introduced to and use SPSS for Windows. (Offered occasionally)

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 164


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  • PSY 270 - Psychology of Teaching and Learning

    3 Cr.

    The course examines the principles of psychology as they apply to education and is designed to provide the psychological foundation for future educational methods courses. Course topics include student characteristics and variability; standardized tests and the assessment of student abilities and achievement; coping with diversity in the classroom; psychological approaches to education, motivation; and maintaining an effective learning environment. (Usually offered in Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: PSY 110


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  • PSY 290 - Biopsychology

    3 Cr.

    This course is the study of how behavior and experience relate to the activities of the brain and body. Biological explanations of behavior will be discussed in relation several categories including physiology, evolution, learning & memory, motivation, abnormal behavior, and recovery of function following injury.  Usually offered Spring semester. NOTE: A strong interest or background in biology is recommended before attempting this course. Consult the Biology or Psychology Departments for more information.*In general, the Psychology faculty do not recommend taking more than two Developmental Psychology courses (PSY 220, PSY 230, and PSY 210.)

    Pre-Requisites: Academic Foundations for Reading and Writing and PSY 110.


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Radiologic Technology
  

  • 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.)

    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: BIO 213
    Co-Requisites: RAD100L, RAD 101


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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
    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: BIO 214 and RAD 102
    Co-Requisites: RAD103C, RAD103L, BIO 214 and RAD 102.


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  • RAD 103C - Radiologic Procedures I Clinic

    0 Cr.

    This is the required clinical course associated with RAD 103. (See the RAD 103 course description for details.)

    Restricted to Radiologic Technology Students Usually offered in Spring

    Pre-Requisites: BIO 213, RAD 100, RAD 101
    Pre-requsites that may be met concurrently: BIO 214 and RAD 102
    Co-Requisites: RAD103 and RAD103L


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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 202C, RAD 202L, 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
    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, RAD 202 L&C
    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: RAD 212, BIO 246
    Co-Requisites: RAD 203


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  • RAD 204C - Radiologic Procedures III Clinic

    0 Cr.

    This is the required clinical course associated with RAD 204. (See the RAD 204 course description for details.)

    Restricted to Radiologic Technology Students Usually offered in Spring

    Pre-Requisites: RAD 201, RAD 202
    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: RAD 212, BIO 246
    Co-Requisites: RAD204, RAD204L, RAD 203


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  • RAD 204L - Radiologic Procedures III Lab

    0 Cr.

    This is the required lab course associated with RAD 204. (See the RAD 204 course description for details.)

    Restricted to Radiologic Technology Students Usually offered in Spring

    Pre-Requisites: RAD 201, RAD 202
    Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: RAD 212, BIO 246
    Co-Requisites: RAD204, RAD204C, RAD 212, BIO 246


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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
    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
  

  • REC 200 - Foundations of Recreation

    3 Cr.

    History, theory, and philosophy of play, recreation, and leisure; implications for individuals and groups in changing society. To introduce the nature, scope, and significance of play, recreation, and leisure in our culture. We will explore definitions, philosophies, and theories applicable to the field as well as the historical events, places, and people which shaped contemporary American leisure and recreation. This course serves as an introduction to recreation and leisure delivery systems and professional practice. Students will learn the language of the field of recreation, understand the power and role of leisure in contemporary society, and recognize the implications for development of their own lives and communities.


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  • REC 275L - Recreation Field Placement

    1 Cr.

    Field experience which introduces the student to various recreation programs and/or facilities. The field experience component entails placement for direct observation and participation in a combination of 25 on-campus and 20 off-campus hours. On-campus hours may be accrued in one of the following areas: Intramural/Recreation, Outdoor Ropes Course, Athletics or other instructor approved venue.

    Pre-Requisites: REC 200


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Sign Language
  
  

  • SLA 102 - American Sign Language II

    3 Cr.

    This course will expand the student’s ability in both expressive and receptive sign language and finger spelling. Knowledge of social/cultural and academic implications of deafness will be discussed. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Foreign Languages (L) (Usually offered Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: SLA 101


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Sociology
  

  • SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology

    3 Cr.

    Sociology is a social science that studies human behavior at the group or societal level. It examines how people interact, how groups or societies differ and how the groups or societies people belong to affect human behavior. No matter how personal our experiences are, they are influenced by social forces, forces that arise from the society of which we are a part; they exist outside of the individual. In this course, students become familiar with basic concepts of sociology and develop their sociological imagination - the ability to see the interplay between biography and history, individual and society; the ability to understand the connections between public issues and private troubles. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (S). (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • SOC 180 - Social Organization of Work

    3 Cr.

    The social organization of work is the set of relations among people engaged in productive The social organization of work is the set of relations among people at work. The intellectual backbone of the course concerns the process through which work becomes more and more specialized, the transformation of specialization into stratification and inequality, and the organizational context of work. This framework informs the course as it further explores such topics as the impact of the microelectronics revolution, the rapidly changing roles of women at work, and the constantly evolving world economy. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of ENG 099 or waiver through testing.


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  • SOC 203 - Social Problems

    3 Cr.

    Analysis of several major social problems in contemporary society. Questions explored include how a situation becomes defined as a social problem and how social problems can be analyzed and understood. Major theoretical perspectives in sociology are introduced and applied to the empirical study of social problems. The historical context of the development of social problems is examined and the potential for solutions to social problems is explored. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of ENG 099 or waiver through testing.


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  • SOC 260 - Sociology of the Family

    3 Cr.

    This course is a cross-cultural sociological analysis of the institution of the family with an emphasis on the new challenges to relationships in our rapidly-changing technological society. Topics include research on dating, marriage preparation, cohabitation, marriage adjustments, pregnancy and parenting, divorce, remarriage, life cycle changes, and enrichment programs. (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: ENG 099 or waiver through testing.


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  • SOC 261 - Gender and Society

    3 Cr.

    This course is about the social processes through which male and female biology is transformed and institutionalized within society to gender. Discussions focus on ‘maleness/masculinity’ and ‘femaleness/femininity’ in their current, cross-cultural and historical forms. The origins, the implications and the social reproduction of gender are examined. How gender norms are both constructed and challenged in social institutions like the family, the economy, the political system, education, religion and the media are addressed. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of ENG 099 or waiver through testing.


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  • SOC 270 - Community Studies

    3 Cr.

    The study community is to study people living in and identifying with a particular place and to give special attention to the type, quality, and basis of their interaction. Such a broad definition includes much of the subject matter of sociology, so it is not surprising that community theory and research have played a major role in the development of American Sociology. Sociology has at its core a foundation for understanding community. This course examines the concept of community, different approaches to understanding community, community and the quality of life, and studying the community. (Offered Fall and Spring semesters, and Summer on line.)

    Pre-Requisites: ENG 099 or waiver through testing.


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Spanish
  
  

  • SPA 102 - Elementary Spanish II

    3 Cr.

    SPA 102 is sequential to SPA 101, Elementary Spanish I, and a continuation of the study of the structure of the Spanish language and the development of the four basic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course serves also as an introduction to the culture of Spanish speaking countries. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Foreign Languages (L) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: SPA 101 or permission of the instructor.


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