Child Care and Development CHD
Liberal Arts Division
(815) 921-3338
CHD 100 - The Child Care Worker
IAI: None 1.2
The Child Care Worker develops an understanding of the child care worker in relation to guiding the young child. Methods of analyzing programs and possible solutions are investigated as they relate to human behavior. A weekly two-hour field assignment is required.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CHD 101 - The Developing Child
IAI: None 1.2
The Developing Child is an overview of the physical-motor, emotional, social and cognitive growth processes from the prenatal period through adolescence. This course is a prerequisite for all upper level child care courses.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 5 semester hours
Lecture: 5 Lab: 0
CHD 103 - Nutrition and Health of
the Young Child
IAI: None 1.2
Nutrition and Health of the Young Child includes the study of basic human nutrition, the nutritional value of food, relationship of food and food habits to nutrition, relationship of nutrition to biological development, safety, health and sanitary practices, regulations and agencies. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in CHD 101.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
CHD 104 - Large Muscle Development
IAI: None 1.2
Large Muscle Development provides an opportunity to plan and implement appropriate physical activities both indoors and outdoors for young children. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in CHD 101.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
CHD 105 - Developing Techniques for Working with the Young Child
IAI: None 1.2
Developing Techniques for Working with the Young Child includes weekly participation experiences with groups of young children. Emphasis is on the child care worker’s role in relation to young children. Weekly seminars will include discussion of guidance principles and techniques applied to children in group situations, leading toward the development of a personal philosophy of child guidance. A weekly five-hour field assignment is required.
Prerequisite: CHD 101
Credit: 3 semesters hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 5
CHD 106 - Music for the Young Child
IAI: None 1.2
Music for the Young Child will include a survey of the types of musical interests of young children, and a collection of songs and musical experiences for young children will be developed. Emphasis is given to methods which will encourage musical participation by the children. Weekly field assignments are required. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in CHD 101.
Credit: 3 semesters hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CHD 107 - Science for the Young Child
IAI: None 1.2
Science for the Young Child will focus on methods and planning activities for science with young children and will emphasize the guided exploration and experimentation of children in their world. Weekly field assignments are required. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in CHD 101.
Credit: 2 semesters hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
CHD 108 - Art for the Young Child
IAI: None 1.2
Art for the Young Child introduces a wide variety of art media and activities suitable for use with young children with an emphasis on the value and importance of these enriching creative art experiences. Weekly field assignments are required. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in CHD 101.
Credit: 3 semesters hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CHD 201 - Language Development
IAI: None 1.2
Language Development will focus on the structure and function of children’s language, developmental process of language and its interrelationship and dependency upon other growth processes. Weekly field assignments are required. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in CHD 101.
Credit: 3 semesters hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CHD 202 - Family-Community Relationships and Resources
IAI: None 1.2
Family Community Relationships and Resources focuses on the child’s understanding of his or her world as an individual and as a member of a larger community, and his or her relationship to it. Emphasis is on communication with parents, community leaders and resource people, and their influence on the child’s development. Students are required to search out the resources of the community and compile an annotated list of the community resources. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: CHD 101
Credit: 3 semesters hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CHD 203 - Curriculum Planning for the Young Child
IAI: None 1.2
Curriculum Planning for the Young Child is designed to enable the student to do total planning for children in a child care setting. Emphasis is on the importance of play and desirable space facilities. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: CHD 101 and two of the following: CHD 103, 104, 106, 107, 108, 201 or 206.
Credit: 3 semesters hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CHD 204 - Internship – Child Care
IAI: None 1.2
Internship in Child Care provides an opportunity to plan and direct learning activities in a child care facility under supervision. Emphasis is on understanding the role as a member of a teaching team working with children. Weekly seminars, two individual conferences, and written assignments will be required.
Prerequisite: Credit in all CHD courses except 202 and 205.
Credit: 4 semesters hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 15
CHD 205 - Organization and Supervision of Early Childhood Facilities
IAI: None 1.2
Organization and Supervision of Early Childhood Facilities provides study in the supervisory responsibilities involved in the administration of an early childhood facility. It also includes program planning and implementation, supervision principles, staff management, budget preparation, record keeping and evaluation procedures, governmental licensing and regulatory agencies. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: CHD 101
Credit: 3 semesters hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CHD 206 - Mathematics for the Young Child
IAI: None 1.2
Mathematics for the Young Child includes planning and implementation of appropriate mathematical activities for young children. Field assignments will be required. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in CHD 101.
Credit: 2 semesters hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
CHD 207 - Special Topics in Child Development
IAI: None 1.2
Special Topics in Child Development provides special instruction in the application of child care and development principles and skills to preschool and/or day-care situations. This course will be designed for the individual needs of child care majors. A maximum of four credits may be earned in this course.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1-4 semesters hours
Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0
CHD 250 - Independent Study in Child Care and Development
IAI: None 1.2
Independent Study in Child Care and Development is designed for the student who desires to conduct an individual project or research in an area of special interest based on personal goals and objectives. Course requirements are based on the nature of the subject under study. Repeat of this course for a total of three credits is permissible.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Child Care and Development curriculum and consent of instructor or program coordinator.
Credit: 1-3 semesters hours
Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0
Criminal Justice CRM
Social Science and Humanities Division
(815) 921-3317
CRM 101 - Introduction to Law Enforcement
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Law Enforcement is open to all students and covers philosophy and history of law enforcement; crime and police problems; organization and jurisdiction of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies; and a survey of professional career opportunities and their corresponding required qualifications.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 102 - Introduction to Probation and Parole
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Probation and Parole is designed to acquaint the student with the functions, procedures and objectives of probation and parole systems. Emphasis will be placed on developing the students’ understanding of the role of probation and parole in the criminal justice system.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 103 - Introduction to Corrections
IAI: CRJ 911 1.2
Introduction to Corrections provides for the opportunity to study the history of corrections in society, as well as the philosophical goals of the corrections system as a means to deter crime. The course will also focus on contemporary issues in the field of corrections, including such topics as jail standards and the application of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the jail/prison systems.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 104 - Introduction to Private Security
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Private Security is designed as an introductory overview of the field, for either supervisors or security officers. The general emphasis of this course is in the areas of personnel and property conservation. Areas covered will include legal boundaries, human relations, interviews and interrogation, accident prevention, fire hazards, and traffic control. The role of “loss prevention officers” will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 105 - Police Report Writing
IAI: None 1.2
Police Report Writing includes specialized training for law enforcement and private security personnel. The course includes a review of basic vocabulary, grammar and written organization skills. Thereafter, the course will center on the methods of writing reports in various components of the criminal justice system; emphasis will be on law enforcement narrative report writing. Students will use the field notes, forms, and narrative and description procedures of area law enforcement agencies.
Prerequisite: ENG 101
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 120 - Criminal Investigation
IAI: None 1.2
Criminal Investigation covers the basics of criminal investigation, including crime scene search and recording; collection and preservation of physical evidence; scientific aids; sources of information; interviews and interrogations; follow-up investigations and case preparation.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 125 - Criminal Procedure and Civil Rights
IAI: None 1.2
Criminal Procedure and Civil Rights covers the rights and privileges of individuals and groups. The emphasis is on current decisions, which govern the actions of law enforcement officers.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 127 - Ethics in Law Enforcement
IAI: None 1.2
Ethics in Law Enforcement will introduce the student to the ethical principles that apply to those entering law enforcement and related career paths. Specific examples of police corruption in the United States will be examined. Students will be exposed to contemporary ethical standards, which govern the conduct of individuals entering these fields.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 210 - Criminal Law
IAI: CRJ 913 1.1
Criminal Law covers the reasons for criminal laws; their source and function in today’s society. The course then focuses on the structure, definitions, and most frequently used sections of the penal code and other criminal statutes. Additionally, the course will study criminal law as it pertains to local jurisdictions. The classifications of crimes and the nature of crimes will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 225 - Juvenile Procedures
IAI: None 1.2
Juvenile Procedures covers the position law enforcement agencies have in juvenile and delinquency control, organization and functions of related juvenile agencies, the laws governing the handling of juvenile offenders, and the application of those laws. Also included is a brief resume of the juvenile court and its jurisdiction.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 260 - Police Organization and Administration
IAI: None 1.2
Police Organization and Administration is designed to give students a knowledge of the principles and practice involved in the organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Special emphasis will be on management, planning, problems in division of work assignments, specialization, internal communication and budgeting.
Prerequisite: CRM 101 or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 271 - Patrol Procedures
IAI: None 1.2
Patrol Procedures will expose students to the patrol function of law enforcement. Emphasis will be placed on the techniques and procedures necessary to successfully investigate such incidents as crashes, domestic disputes, high-risk vehicle stops and other law enforcement calls for service.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 281 - Rules of Evidence
IAI: None 1.2
Rules of Evidence covers the importance of evidence collected and preserved by law enforcement officers. Subjects such as judicial evidence, proof, laws of evidence, degree of certainty, kinds and types of evidence, relevancy and irrelevancy, materiality and immateriality, competency and incompetency will be covered. The course also covers the admissibility of evidence and confessions.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab 0
CRM 282 - Interviews and Interrogations
IAI: None 1.2
Interviews and Interrogations is designed to help the student understand the purpose and importance of proper interviews/interrogations as well as the methods of interviewing/interrogating. Assessment of the verbal and non-verbal communication in the interview/interrogation process will be stressed. Students will learn the philosophy of interviews and interrogations, how to compose and ask questions, and what to avoid in interviews and interrogations.
Prerequisite: CRM 101 or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
CRM 283 - Special Topics in Police Science
IAI: None 1.2
Special Topics in Police Science is designed to meet the needs or interests of the prospective police applicant as well as the veteran officer. Course requirements are based on the topics under study. This course may be repeated three times.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1-4 semester hours
Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0
CRM 291 - Internship
IAI: None 1.2
Internship provides for observation and limited participation in law enforcement or related agencies. Consent of program coordinator and agency is required. Seventy-five hours of internship is required for each hour of credit.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 12 credits in the criminal justice curriculum. May be repeated for a total of six credits maximum. (Repeatable three times.)
Credit: 1-6 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 5-30
Dental Hygiene DNT
Technical/Allied Health Division
(815) 921-3235
DNT 102 - Preventive Dental Hygiene
IAI: None 1.2
Preventive Dental Hygiene provides an introduction to the causes and prevention of the two most common dental diseases: dental caries and periodontal disease. Students learn to assess client needs and to provide education that will help the client to maintain or enhance oral health.
Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210,
ENG 101, 103, and admission into the Dental Hygiene program.
Corequisite: DNT 104, 106, 108, 110
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 1 Lab: 0
DNT 104 - Dental Anatomy, Histology, and Embryology
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Anatomy, Histology and Embryology introduces the students to terminology relating to anatomic structures of the oral cavity. Special emphasis is placed on the teeth and root morphology of both primary and permanent teeth and occlusal classification.
Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210,
ENG 101, 103, and admission into the Dental Hygiene program.
Corequisite: DNT 102, 106, 108, 110
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
DNT 106 - Head and Neck Anatomy
IAI: None 1.2
Head and Neck Anatomy will provide the students with an introduction to human histology and orofacial embryology. The course includes special emphasis of the anatomy of the tissues of the oral cavity, head and neck, with detailed study of the skeletal, muscular, glandular, circulatory, nervous and epithelial structures.
Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210,
ENG 101, 103, and admission into the Dental Hygiene program.
Corequisite: DNT 102, 104, 108, 110
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
DNT 108 - Preclinical Dental Hygiene
IAI: None 1.2
Preclinical Dental Hygiene provides students with the scientific principles of dental hygiene practice with emphasis on data collection, client assessment, oral health education, and basic instrumentation. Practice of infection control standards and regulations are an integral component.
Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210, ENG 101, 103, and admission into the Dental Hygiene program.
Corequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 110,
BIO 282
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 6
DNT 110 - Nutrition and Biochemistry
IAI: None 1.2
Nutrition and Biochemistry will provide the student with an understanding of how to apply sound nutrition principles in assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating total care of clients, and to help the student contribute to the nutritional well-being of clients.
Prerequisite: BIO 281, CHM 110/210, ENG 101, 103, and admission into the Dental Hygiene program.
Corequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
DNT 112 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Dental Hygiene I parallels DNT 113, Dental Hygiene Theory I. This course is a continuation of DNT 108, Preclinical Dental Hygiene. The course will provide clinical practice in fundamental dental hygiene instrumentation skills on community clients. This course emphasizes client assessment, application of dental hygiene care techniques, instrumentation, oral health products, client motivation and education techniques, and dental hygiene care planning.
Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, 110
Corequisite: DNT 113, 114, 116, 118, 120
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 8
DNT 113 - Dental Hygiene Theory I
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Hygiene Theory I parallels DNT 112 Clinical Dental Hygiene I. Emphasis will be on the Dental Hygiene process of care and management of clients. Topics include desensitizing agents, ultrasonics, air polishers, intra-oral cameras, instrument sharpening, stains and polishing. Lab time will allow students to practice these skills in order to prepare for their clinical application.
Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, 110
Corequisite: DNT 112, 114, 116, 118, 120
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
DNT 114 - General and Oral Pathology
IAI: None 1.2
General and Oral Pathology provides students with an introduction to the role of the dental hygienist in identifying and describing abnormal oral findings. The course focus is on the fundamentals of the general and oral pathological processes to better prepare the student to provide optimal oral healthcare.
Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, BIO 282
Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 116, 118, 120
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
DNT 116 - Dental Radiology
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Radiology will provide the student with the theory and procedures for exposing and developing various dental films. Theory of the effects of ionizing radiation and safety factors will be addressed. Practical experience on manikins and selected clients is included. Development, identification, mounting and general interpretation is emphasized.
Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, BIO 282
Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 118, 120
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
DNT 118 - Dental Pharmacology
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Pharmacology provides the student with knowledge of current drugs, including their pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions, indications and contraindications as they relate to patient medical history and dental hygiene treatment. The course also focuses on the fundamental pharmaceutical concepts of local anesthetic.
Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, BIO 282
Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, 120
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
DNT 120 - Introduction to Periodontics I
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Periodontics I will introduce the student to the fundamental theories of periodontics. The course reviews basic histology, etiology, clinical features, and treatment of periodontal infections; emphasizes diagnosis, treatment planning and management of periodontal patients.
Prerequisite: DNT 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, BIO 282
Corequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, 118
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
DNT 210 - Dental Materials
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Materials provides an introduction to the use of dental materials used in the practice of dentistry. It will include the manipulation of materials to increase the knowledge of dental materials and to prepare the student for clinical procedures to be performed on patients.
Prerequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, 118, 120
Corequisite: DNT 212, 213
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
DNT 212 - Clinical Interim
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Interim provides the continuation of clinical practice and management in oral prophylaxis on the child, young adult and adult clients applying consistent infection control and client assessment and analysis. Preventive techniques and exposing of radiographs is also included.
Prerequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, 118, 120
Corequisite: DNT 210, 213
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 6
DNT 213 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene Research
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Dental Hygiene Research provides the fundamental skills to review and interpret dental scientific literature. The course includes an introduction to research methodologies and statistical analysis, and includes research on the Internet.
Prerequisite: DNT 112, 113, 114, 116, 118, 120
Corequisite: DNT 210, 212
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 1 Lab: 0
DNT 214 - Periodontics II
IAI: None 1.2
Periodontics II is a continuation of DNT 120. Course content includes additional knowledge required to diagnose and treat periodontal diseases, clinical management of the periodontium and adjunctive therapies relevant to the maintenance of periodontal health. Emphasis is placed on the differential diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. Surgical and post-surgical topics will also be covered in the course.
Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213
Corequisite: DNT 215, 216, 217, 218, 220
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
DNT 215 - Pain Management in Dental Hygiene Practice
IAI: None 1.2
Pain Management in Dental Hygiene Practice will enable the student to perform comprehensive dental hygiene treatment utilizing pain control techniques including intraoral local anesthesia and nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation. Emphasis will be placed on concepts that are essential for safe and effective administration, including neurophysiology, pharmacology, administration techniques, and the management of potential complications associated with local anesthesia administration and nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation.
Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213
Corequisite: DNT 214, 216, 217, 218, 220
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
DNT 216 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Dental Hygiene II is a continuation of DNT 112, 212 and coincides with course DNT 217. The course will provide clinical practice and management in oral prophylaxis on the adult and periodontally involved client. Periodontal and preventive techniques and exposing of radiographs are also included.
Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213
Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 217, 218, 220
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 12
DNT 217 - Dental Hygiene Theory II
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Hygiene Theory II parallels DNT 216 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Topics include desensitizing agents, ultrasonics, air polishers, intra-oral cameras, and emergencies that may occur in the dental setting. In-depth discussion of these concepts and application of these skills will be practiced in order to prepare the student for clinical experiences.
Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213
Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 218, 220
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 1 Lab: 0
DNT 218 - Dental Ethics, Jurisprudence and Practice Management
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Ethics, Jurisprudence and Practice Management provides the student with the skills needed for successful clinic practice management. Emphasis is placed on professional relationships and the various roles dental hygienists encounter in the various dental specialties. The course focus also includes ethical and legal obligations by the dental professionals to the community and public it serves.
Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213
Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, 220
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
DNT 220 - Community Dental Health
IAI: None 1.2
Community Dental Health focuses on the current concepts of community dental health, the dental hygienist’s role in the prevention of dental problems, and the delivery of dental care to society. Students participate in community programs.
Prerequisite: DNT 210, 212, 213
Corequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, 218
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
DNT 224 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Dental Hygiene III provides a continuation of DNT 216 and coincides with course DNT 225. This course will provide clinical practice and management in oral prophylaxis and periodontal therapy on the adult patient. Preventive techniques and exposing of radiographs are also included.
Prerequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, 218, 220
Corequisite: DNT 225
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 12
DNT 225 - Dental Hygiene Theory III
IAI: None 1.2
Dental Hygiene Theory III provides the student with continued dental hygiene theory and background of DNT 216 and 217 and parallels clinical course DNT 224. Emphasis is placed on advanced instrumentation, medically compromised and special needs clients, and dental specialties. The course also prepares students to transition into the role of a practicing dental hygienist, covering topics such as interviewing, resume writing, conflict resolution, and employer-employee roles.
Prerequisite: DNT 214, 215, 216, 217, 218, 220
Corequisite: DNT 224
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
Education EDU
Liberal Arts Division
(815) 921-3338
EDU 202 - Children’s Literature
IAI: None 1.1
Children’s Literature is designed to acquaint students with a variety of library materials for children. Children’s and adolescent’s reading interests as well as books regarded as “classics” will be discussed. Emphasis is on material for the pre-schooler through sixth grade. Group activities, storytelling techniques, discipline, and successful methods of working with children in the library and/or learning center are covered.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
EDU 204 - Introduction to Reading
IAI: None 1.1
This course is designed to teach effective written, verbal, non-verbal, and visual communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration and supportive interaction in the classroom. Utilizes communication theory, diversity in language and language development. Studies theory and practice in teaching reading, extends student’s knowledge of literacy and uses of appropriate assessment and teaching-learning strategies.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
EDU 224 - Introduction to Education
IAI: EED 901, SED 901,
SPE 911, EDU 901 1.1
Introduction to Education is an overview of American education as both a professional and public enterprise. Social, historical, and philosophical foundations give perspective to examination of current issues, policies, and trends in the field of education. These include cultural diversity, inclusion, organizations and structures, finance, curriculum, and legislative/legal issues. Fulfilling the assignments for the class will include spending a minimum of 15 hours in school classrooms or other approved activities.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
EDU 234 - Introduction to Technology for Teachers
IAI: EDU 904 1.1
Introduction to Technology for Teachers covers basic technology used in learning in the P-12 classrooms with special emphasis on computer operations and concepts. The application of concepts and skills in making decisions concerning the social, ethical, and human issues related to technology and computing and the consequences of misuse is addressed. Designed for students entering the education profession.
Prerequisite: CIS 102
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
EDU 244 - Students With Disabilities in Schools
IAI: SPE 905, EDU 905 1.1
Students With Disabilities is a survey course that presents the historical, philosophical and legal foundations of special education, as well as an overview of the characteristics of individuals with disabilities, the programs that serve them under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act, and the diversity of the populations of individuals with disabilities.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
EDU 245 - Special Education Practicum
IAI: SPE 914 1.1
Special Education Practicum is an opportunity for students entering education and special education majors to work directly in the local agencies and schools with diverse populations under the supervision of the college. Students are expected to spend 30 hours working with individuals with disabilities in community and/or school settings.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: EDU 244
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 30
EDU 274 - Elementary School Practicum
IAI: EED 904, SPE 914 1.1
This course is an opportunity for all elementary education or special education majors to work directly in the local schools under the supervision of the college and critique teacher. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 50 teaching hours in the classroom, and to write a paper at the conclusion of the course. This course is required for those who wish to transfer PSY 270 and PSY 271 to Northern Illinois University School of Education. This course serves as the basis for the 100 pre-student teaching observation hours required by the state of Illinois.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PSY 271
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 2
Fire Science FRE
Technical/Allied Health Division
(815) 921-3200
FRE 101 - Introduction to Fire Protection
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Fire Protection provides an overview to fire protection, career opportunities in fire protection, and related fields; philosophy and history of fire protection/service; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service, fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 102 - Fire Apparatus Engineer
IAI: None 1.2
Fire Apparatus Engineer provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 103 - Hazardous Materials Operations
IAI: None 1.2
The Hazardous Materials Operations course provides the student with the basic skills needed to evaluate and work defensively at a hazardous materials incident. Included are the classifications of hazardous materials, types of chemicals, methods of transportation and laws that regulate their use.
Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 106 - Rescue Practices
IAI: None 1.2
Rescue Practices explores life-saving practices related to the operations of the fire company as well as the preparedness of the fire department to meet the needs of special rescue situations. The course provides an overview of water rescue, technical rescue, and vehicle extrication.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 112 - Vehicle/Machinery Rescue Operations
IAI: None 1.2
Vehicle/Machinery Rescue Operations is designed to acquaint the student with techniques used in auto and machinery extrication. Emphasis will be on safety of personnel at emergency incidents, scene size-up, and management of the emergency scene, as well as function of the tools utilized in vehicle and machinery extrication. This course meets the requirements as defined by the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal, and NFPA 1670.
Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of instructor and OSFM – Technical Rescue Awareness.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
FRE 118 - Building Construction for Fire Protection
IAI: None 1.2
Building Construction for Fire Protection introduces the components of building construction that relate to fire and life safety. The focus of this course is on firefighter safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: FRE 101
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 180 - Essentials of Firefighting I
IAI: None 1.2
Essentials of Firefighting I introduces students to basic firefighting skills and equipment. The class includes the following subject areas: orientation, fire behavior, safety, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladders, and portable fire extinguishers. This course, combined with Essentials of Firefighting II and Essentials of Firefighting III, provide the student with the required training to sit for the Office of the State Fire Marshal Certification Exam for Firefighter II.
Prerequisite: FRE 101
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
FRE 181 - Essentials of Firefighting II
IAI: None 1.2
Essentials of Firefighting II is an intermediate firefighting skills course that provides the student with an understanding of the principles behind the following subject areas: water supply; nozzles/fire streams, ventilation, rescue, emergency medical care, forcible entry, fire control, and building construction. The course, when combined with Essentials of Firefighting I and Essentials of Firefighting III, will provide the student with the required training to sit for the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal Certification Exam for Firefighter II.
Prerequisite: FRE 180
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
FRE 182 - Essentials of Firefighting III
IAI: None 1.2
Essentials of Firefighting III is an advanced firefighting skills course that combines both previous courses and introduces practical applications. Topics presented are communications, ropes and knots, salvage, overhaul, fire detection, alarm and suppression systems, fire prevention and public education, hazardous materials awareness, terrorism awareness, and firefighter survival. This course, combined with Essentials of Firefighting I and Essentials of Firefighting II, will provide a student with the required training to sit for the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal Certification Exam for Firefighter II.
Prerequisite: FRE 181
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
FRE 206 - Management I
IAI: None 1.2
Management I is an introduction to the organization and management of a fire department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis is placed on fire service leadership from the perspective of the company officer.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 207 - Management II
IAI: None 1.2
Management II is an examination of small group communication and conflict resolution techniques. Topics include written communication skills, verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, handling conflicts, small group processes and the respective dynamics associated with the same, and group cohesiveness and personnel morale.
Prerequisite: FRE 206
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 208 - Fire Prevention Principles
IAI: None 1.2
Fire Prevention Principles provides fundamental information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationships of fire prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire investigation, and fire and life-safety education.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 210 - Fire Investigation
IAI: None 1.2
Fire Investigation provides the fundamentals and technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of the firesetter, and types of fire causes.
Prerequisite: FRE 101
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 216 - Tactics and Strategy I
IAI: None 1.2
Tactics and Strategy I is designed for fire service personnel who may be responsible for one or two companies at emergency incidents. Company officer leadership, incident safety, pre-fire planning, building construction, firefighting tactics, engine company and truck company operations.
Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of the instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 217 - Tactics and Strategy II
IAI: None 1.2
Tactics and Strategy II is designed for fire service personnel who may be responsible for one or two companies at emergency incidents. Company officer leadership, incident safety, pre-fire planning, building construction, firefighting tactics, engine company and truck company operations.
Prerequisite: FRE 216
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 218 - Instructor I
IAI: None 1.2
Instructor I will prepare the student to become a fire service instructor. The course is designed to give the student the knowledge and ability to teach from prepared materials. Topics covered include: communications, concepts of learning, instruction and evaluation techniques, the instructor’s roles and responsibilities and use of instructional materials.
Prerequisite: FRE 101 or consent of the instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 219 - Instructor II
IAI: None 1.2
Instructor II places emphasis on teaching formalized lessons from materials prepared by the fire service instructor. Course coverage includes: writing performance objectives, developing lesson plans, preparing instructional materials, constructing evaluation devices, demonstrating selected teaching methods, training records and reports, and identification of reference resources.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 220 - Management III
IAI: None 1.2
Management III is designed to provide the fire officer, who is in charge of multiple fire company or stations, with information and skills in officer supervision and administrative functions. Subject areas covered will include planning and decision-making, finance and budgeting, risk management, public relations and the news media.
Prerequisite: FRE 101
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 223 - Emergency Medical Technician/EMT-Basic
IAI: None 1.2
Emergency Medical Technician/EMT-Basic covers emergency care, handling, and extrication of the critically ill and injured. Topics covered include control of hemorrhage, treatment of shock, fractures, soft tissue injuries, burn victims, poisoning, emergency childbirth, packing and transportation of the sick and injured.
Prerequisite: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification
Credit: 9 semester hours
Lecture: 7 Lab: 4
FRE 225 – Management IV
IAI: None
Management IV course focuses on analyzing and organizing personnel assignments, developing personnel policies, reviewing and approving capital budgets and fiscal financing, implementing public relations programs and management systems for the fire service. Advanced personnel management, organizing health and safety programs and labor relations are other areas of focus in this upper level management course.
Prerequisite: FRE 220
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
FRE 240 - Fire Protection Internship
IAI: None 1.2
Fire Protection Internship provides the student with an opportunity to apply and expand upon newly-acquired skills in the fire service work environment. This course is carried out cooperatively between the student and the host facility. Periodic review sessions will be held to assess the student’s progress. Participation requires an interview and selection process.
Prerequisite: FRE 182
Corequisite: FRE 206, 208
Credit: 1 - 6 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 1 - 6
FRE 250 - Special Topics in the Fire Service
IAI: None 1.2
Special Topics in the Fire Science is designed to allow a student to apply other learning experiences toward credit at Rock Valley College. National Fire Academy courses, Illinois Fire Service Institute courses, workshops and seminars are examples of experiences that may be reviewed for credit. A total of four credits will be allowed for this course.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Fire Science curriculum.
Credit: 1 - 4 semester hours
Lecture: 1 - 4 Lab: 0
Health HLT
Technical/Allied Health Division
(815) 921-3200
HLT 101 - Introduction to Healthcare Careers
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Healthcare Careers provides an introduction to healthcare and healthcare careers. Topics include health, illness, lifestyles and common illnesses; human response to illness and the needs of clients who are experiencing illness, healthcare delivery systems and important issues for healthcare systems and care providers; and employment and careers in healthcare. Cultural diversity issues are addressed as they relate to course topics.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
HLT 105 - Phlebotomy
IAI: None 1.2
Phlebotomy involves teaching of techniques for the purpose of obtaining blood samples by venipuncture, micropuncture and arterial puncture. Medical and laboratory terminology, anatomy of the circulatory systems, interpersonal communication, laboratory safety, and laboratory clerical procedures are studied.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HLT 110 – Medical Terminology
IAI: None 1.2
Medical Terminology provides study of a wide range of medical terminology. The course is of value to those preparing for careers as health care providers and for diagnostic careers. It is also of value to those preparing for medical office careers, including Medical Office Assistant, Medical Transcriptionist, Medical Coding, and others. Course content includes building medical terms from word parts and specific medical terms relating to body systems, diseases, diagnosis, surgical and medical care, abbreviations, medications, and other medical terms.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab:0
Human Services HSR
Math and Human Services Division
(815) 921-3412
HSR 101 - Introduction to Human Services
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Human Services provides a basic overview of the human service field, professions, philosophical approach to helping, and how human services agencies are organized and function.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 102 - Introduction to Group Processes
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Group Processes focuses on building knowledge and skills for effective interpersonal relationships in organized groups. Theories of group dynamics and their relevance for human service workers are presented. The course also focuses on the functioning and dynamics of the interdisciplinary team. Students will experience the group process by working in small groups as part of the course. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 110 - Survey of Counseling Theories
IAI: None 1.2
Survey of Counseling Theories is an introductory examination of the major approaches to counseling and how counseling can be used to help people change problem behaviors. It includes discussion of factors in the healthy personality. Applications to treatment of addictions is also covered. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 120 - Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
IAI: None 1.2
Introduction to Developmental Disabilities includes an introductory survey of etiologies, characteristics, treatment and prognosis of developmental disabilities. It covers a discussion of the disabled client’s psychosocial, neurological, sensorial, intellectual, and physical abilities and disabilities. Includes discussion of the effect on the family and the role of society as it pertains to the developmentally disabled. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 140 - Survey of Psychiatric Rehabilitation
IAI: None 1.2
Survey of Psychiatric Rehabilitation focuses on the rehabilitative approach to serving individuals with severe mental illness. The approach is based on the premise that consumers will set goals for the rehabilitation team. The course covers psychiatric disability, current approaches to treatment, the mental health system, vocational and skills training, and family and community support systems.
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 160 - Crisis Intervention (Contact Training)
IAI: None 1.2
Crisis Intervention (Contact Training) will develop self-awareness, communication and listening skills. Training includes telephone listening/counseling, crisis intervention, and referral information. Operation of the TTY telephone for the hearing-impaired will be covered. This course can be used toward degree requirements for Human Services.
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
HSR 201 - Interpersonal Behavior
IAI: None 1.2
Interpersonal Behavior focuses on building knowledge and skills for effective interpersonal relationships. Experientially structured activities provide students with opportunities to practice the skills learned in class. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 203 - Family Services
IAI: None 1.2
Family Services offers an introduction to the multi-problem family and an awareness of the methods used to solve these problems. Included are theories of family dysfunction; how to help families improve how they function; and about systems theories. Addiction and co-dependency are also explored. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 205 - Field Placement I
IAI: None 1.2
Field Placement is on a part-time basis in a supervised experience with a cooperating agency selected by the student and the instructor. Students are to have 300 hours of internship to graduate from the program. The last 100 hours of internship will need to be completed through enrollment in HSR 206 Field Placement II. No more than 100 hours of credit can be given for experiences accumulated prior to entrance in the program. Students may register for 1-4 hours of credit a semester. Fifty hours of internship is required for each hour of credit. At least one of the internships must be a 100-hour placement.
Prerequisites: Students without prior, significant human service experience should not take this course until they attain second semester status (12 credits in the Human Services curriculum)
Credit: 1-4 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 5-10
HSR 206 – Field Placement II
IAI: None 1.2
Students enrolled in HSR 26 Field Placement II will complete their final 100 hours of internship required for graduation from the Human Services Program. Through this experience they will successfully demonstrate their integration of the human services professional competencies by completing a capstone project drawing on their acquired learning from the Human Services Program’s coursework. Students will also take a comprehensive examination which draws on key human services theories, concepts, and methods acquired through the Human Services Program coursework.
Prerequisites: Completion of four credits of HSR 205 Field Placement I with a grade of C or better, AND Completion of 54 of the required 67 credits towards the A.A.S. degree in Human Services OR enrollment in the final semester of the A.A.S. in the Human Services degree requirements.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 10-20
HSR 211 - Interviewing Techniques
IAI: None 1.2
Interviewing Techniques provides a discussion of the theory and practice of skills needed for effective intake interviewing, information gathering, and assisting professionals in their relations with individual clients. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 231 - Substance Abuse Treatment
IAI: None 1.2
Substance Abuse Treatment explores methods of intervention and treatment in the field of addiction. Issues to be discussed include assessment, data gathering, report writing, charting, treatment plans, and current approaches to individual and group treatment.
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 4
Lecture: 4 Lab: 0
HSR 232 - Substance Abuse and Regulations
IAI: None 1.2
Substance Abuse and Regulations explores the governing process concerning substance abuse treatment in the field of addiction. Issues to be discussed include assessment, data gathering, report writing, charting, treatment plans, and current approaches to individual and group treatment.
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
HSR 250 - Special Topics in Human Services
IAI: None 1.2
Special Topics in Human Services is designed to satisfy specific needs or interests of Human Services majors and/or the community. The course topics change as special needs and interests arise.
Prerequisite: HSR 101 and ENG 101 or instructor permission
Credit: 1-6 semester hours
Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0
HSR 260 - Independent Study in Human Services
IAI: None 1.2
Independent Study in Human Services is designed to offer students an opportunity to conduct an individual project or research in areas of special interest in human services. Course requirements are based on the nature of the subject under study.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Human Services program, the completion of 12 hours of credit at Rock Valley College, and the consent of instructor or division director.
Credit: 1-6 semester hours
Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0
Respiratory Care RSP
Technical/Allied Health Division
(815) 921-3200
RSP 111 - Applied Sciences
IAI: None 1.2
Applied Sciences provides a foundation in the basic sciences relevant to respiratory care. Areas covered include chemistry, physics, microbiology, and mathematics. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Care program.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
RSP 112 - Patient Assessment
IAI: None 1.2
Patient Assessment provides an understanding of how the patient assessment procedures of medical record review, patient interview, and physical examination are performed and how this information with radiological examination and laboratory assessment can be used to evaluate a patient’s health status and response to treatment. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Care program and BIO 185 with a minimum grade of “C” or consent of the program chair.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
RSP 113 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
IAI: None 1.2
Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology provides an in-depth study of pulmonary and cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. Ventilation, circulation, blood gas transport, and acid-base balance are closely examined. Kidney function and fetal pulmonary and cardiovascular development are also studied. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: BIO 185 or permission of the instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
RSP 114 - Clinical Medicine
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Medicine is an overview of diseases of the cardiopulmonary and related systems requiring medical and/or surgical intervention. Each pathological process will be discussed with regard to etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: RSP 113
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
RSP 121 - Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures I
IAI: None 1.2
Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures I provides classroom instruction and laboratory practice for the equipment used to provide general respiratory care. Classroom instruction and laboratory practice is provided for many general respiratory care procedures. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Care program.
Credit: 5 semester hours
Lecture: 4 Lab: 2
RSP 122 - Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures II
IAI: None 1.2
Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures II provides a continuation and completion of classroom instruction and laboratory practice for general respiratory care procedures. Following this, there is instruction and discussion on the integrated processes of patient assessment and care planning for general respiratory care procedures. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: RSP 112, 121 with minimum grades of “C.”
Credit: 5 semester hours
Lecture: 4 Lab: 2
RSP 123 -
Respiratory Pharmacology
IAI: None 1.2
Respiratory Pharmacology is an introduction to the theory and use of medications, with emphasis on those used in cardiorespiratory care. Content will include dosages, actions, indications, contraindications and hazards of drugs, and drug dose calculations. Normal physiology and pathophysiology are reviewed to clarify the role of medications in the treatment of disease processes. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Care program or consent of the program chair.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
RSP 131 - Clinical Practice I
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Practice I is an introduction to the respiratory care profession and general healthcare-related concepts. Instruction is provided for clinical practices that can affect the safety of both patients and practitioners. The expectations for student performance in the clinical setting are discussed. Students will be involved in hospital orientation and introductory patient care activities toward the end of the course. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Care program and RSP 112 with a minimum grade of “C.”
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 4
RSP 132 - Clinical Practice II
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Practice II provides supervised observation, practice, and evaluation of patient assessment and general respiratory care procedures in the clinical setting. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: RSP 121, 131 with minimum grades of “C.”
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 16
RSP 221 - Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures III
IAI: None 1.2
Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures III provides classroom instruction and laboratory practice for continuous mechanical ventilation and an introduction to critical care procedures. (Offered summer semester.)
Prerequisite: RSP 122 with a minimum grade of “C.”
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
RSP 222 - Cardiopulmonary Testing and Rehabilitation
IAI: None 1.2
Cardiopulmonary Testing and Rehabilitation provides the student with an in-depth study of pulmonary function testing in the lecture and laboratory setting including types of tests, test results analysis, diagnostic value of the analysis, pulmonary function testing equipment, and the standards for equipment and test performance. Additional areas of study include pulmonary and cardiac stress testing, pulmonary rehabilitation, performing an electrocardiogram, cardiac arrhythmia recognition, sampling arterial blood, blood gas analyzer function, and the quality assurance standards for blood gas analyzers. Field trips into local hospitals may be included. (Offered summer semester.)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Respiratory Care program or consent of the program chair.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
RSP 223 - Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures IV
IAI: None 1.2
Respiratory Care Practices and Procedures IV provides an in-depth study in the lecture and laboratory setting of mechanical ventilatory support and its use in respiratory care as well as the critical application of advanced principles involved in patient care. Emphasis is on the physiological principles involved in patient care as well as the clinical application of these principles to adult patients. The use of the pulmonary artery catheter, end-tidal carbon dioxide measurement and other monitoring procedures will be studied as they are applied to advanced cardiopulmonary monitoring. Airway management options will be discussed and adult and infant intubation will be practiced on mannequins. Fundamental principles of respiratory home care will be presented. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: RSP 132, 221 with minimum grades of “C.”
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2
RSP 224 - Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
IAI: None 1.2
Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care provides the student with information related to fetal development, neonatal assessment before birth, during the delivery process, and after delivery; and cardiopulmonary care of the sick newborn including, but not limited to, airway management, oxygen therapy, and mechanical ventilation. Additional discussion will include assessment and cardiopulmonary care of the sick pediatric patient. Guest lecturers may be brought in to present topics related to the high risk nursery. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Respiratory Care program or consent of the program chair.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
RSP 225 - Respiratory Care Seminar
IAI: None 1.2
Respiratory Care Seminar has a format that allows for a variety of pertinent, current respiratory care and healthcare topics to be presented as needed. Set topics will include preparation for the National Board for Respiratory Care’s Entry Level Exam, Written Registry Exam, and Clinical Simulation Exam; critical thinking, clinical practice guidelines, and therapist-driven protocols. Guest speakers may be brought in from the area healthcare providers to share their expertise. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Respiratory Care program or consent of the program chair.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
RSP 231 - Clinical Practice III
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Practice III provides supervised observation, practice, and evaluation of more advanced respiratory care skills. These skills include administration of respiratory care procedures and mechanical ventilation to critically ill patients and the use of advanced patient assessment procedures. (Offered fall semester.)
Prerequisite: RSP 132, 221, 222 with minimum grades of “C.”
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 16
RSP 232 - Clinical Practice IV
IAI: None 1.2
Clinical Practice IV provides a continuation of supervised observation, practice, and evaluation of the skills learned in RSP 231. Increasing emphasis is placed on the assessment and management of critically ill patients. Additionally, there are scheduled experiences for intubation, home care, and other special experiences in respiratory care. (Offered spring semester.)
Prerequisite: RSP 223, 224, 231 with
minimum grades of “C.”
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 16
RSP 250 - Special Topics in Respiratory Care
IAI: None 1.2
Special Topics in Respiratory Care is designed to satisfy specific needs or interests of Respiratory Care majors and/or the healthcare community. Exact course requirements and hours of credit are based on the nature of the topics under study. A maximum of four credit hours can be earned.
Prerequisite: Previous course work in Respiratory Care and/or consent of program chair.
Credit: 1-4 semester hours
Lecture: 1-4 Lab: 0
Surgical Technology SRG
Technical/Allied Health Division
(815) 921-3200
SRG 101 - Surgical Technology I – Central Service Principles and Practice
IAI: None 1.2
Surgical Technology I – Central Service Principles and Practice is an introduction to the role of surgical technology including the role and function of the central supply technician. Emphasis is placed on principles and practice related to asepsis, sterilization, disinfection of commonly-used equipment and supplies, processing and care of instruments, care and maintenance of equipment, distribution of supplies and inventory control. Clinical experience in central service is required.
Prerequisite: BIO 185, HLT 110 and admission to the Surgical Technology program.
Corequisite: BIO 274, ENG 101
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
SRG 102 - Surgical Technology II – Principles and Practice
IAI: None 1.2
Surgical Technology II – Principles and Practice introduces the student to the healthcare environment and the role of the surgical technologist. Basic patient care concepts and principles for developing competencies required to assist in surgery are examined. Emphasis is placed on basic surgical procedures, which includes the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases commonly performed in the operating room setting. Concurrent clinical practice in selected surgical facilities is required.
Prerequisite: SRG 101
Credit: 6 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 6
SRG 103 - Surgical Technology III – Principles and Practice Specialty
IAI: None 1.2
Surgical Technology III – Principles and Practice Specialty will allow the advanced student in surgical technology to apply their knowledge of the diagnosis, operative pathology, objectives, role of the technologist, use of selected equipment, supplies, drugs, sequence and complications of various selected surgeries. Emphasis is placed on the surgical specialties of general and rectal; obstetric and gynecologic; genitourinary; ophthalmic; ear, nose, and throat; oral and maxillofacial; head and neck; plastic; and peripheral vascular. Selected clinical experiences are provided concurrently.
Prerequisite: SRG 102
Credit: 5 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 6
SRG 104 - Surgical Technology IV – Principles and Practice Specialty
IAI: None 1.2
Surgical Technology IV – Principles and Practice Specialty is a continuation of SRG 103. This course will allow the advanced student in surgical technology to apply their knowledge of the diagnosis, operative pathology, objectives, role of the technologist, use of selected equipment, supplies, drugs, sequence, and complications of various selected surgeries. Emphasis is placed on the surgical specialties of general pediatrics, orthopedic, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic, trauma, and procurement/transplant. Selected clinical experiences are provided concurrently.
Prerequisite: SRG 103
Credit: 5 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 6
SRG 105 - Surgical Technology V – Internship
IAI: None 1.2
Surgical Technology V - Internship provides 20 to 40 hours a week of experience working in the surgical technologist’s role in selected surgical sites.
Prerequisite: SRG 102, 103, 104
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 20
SRG 106 - Surgical Technology Seminar
IAI: None 1.2
Surgical Technology Seminar reviews the history of surgical technology as it influences current practice. Emphasis is on the changing role and responsibilities of the surgical technologist and relationships and opportunities within the occupation. Current surgical technology issues are discussed with topics including surgical technology education, ethics, economic issues and changing aspects of the healthcare environment.
Prerequisite: SRG 101, 102
Corequisite: SRG 103, 104
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0
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