BIO-173 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
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4 |
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$898.00 |
The second of a two-semester sequence designed for students pursuing careers in allied health fields or wishing an in-depth undergraduate transfer course in the biological sciences. The course focuses on interdependent relationships between the structures and functions of body systems and the way these parts interact (homeostasis) to insure survival of the organism. Major topics addressed include systems associated with circulation, maintenance, elimination and continuity. Coordinated laboratory exercises focus on anatomical knowledge and physiological functions.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in BIO-168.
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EMS-114 |
Emergency Medical Responder
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2 |
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$428.00 |
This course provides the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to identify and treat life-threatening emergencies, wounds and fractures, medical and environmental emergencies and patient access and handling. This course utilizes a combination of classroom lecture and skills practice.
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EMS-856 |
Management of Emergency Medical Services
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course is for students interested in the practice and principles of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems management and the processes that contribute to the effectiveness of day-to-day operations within an EMS organization. This course introduces the EMS professional to topics that include government structure, strategic planning, injury prevention, risk management and safety, customer service, human resources management, financial management, fleet management, career development, quality management, data collection and research, labor relations, and special operations.
Lecture Hours: 48
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EMS-900 |
Education in EMS
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course is for students interested in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education. This course introduces the EMS professional to the education system as it relates to EMS education. Students explore issues in curriculum development, teaching, program direction, and development. Successful completion of this course is required for EMS instructor endorsement in Iowa.
Lecture Hours: 48
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FIR-139 |
Fire Fighter I
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4 |
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$1279.00 |
After completing the course the student will have met the sections required for a Firefighter I in the NFPA® 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, and the requirements for National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) 472, Standard for Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents for the for the Awareness and Operational Levels.
Lecture Hours: 16
Lab Hours: 96
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FIR-213 |
Principles of Emergency Services
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course 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.
Lecture Hours: 48
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FIR-214 |
Legal Aspects of Emergency Services
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course introduces the Federal, State, and local laws that regulate emergency services, national standards influencing emergency services, standard of care, tort, liability, and a review of relevant court cases.
Lecture Hours: 48
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CRJ-285 |
Physical Conditioning for Public Services
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2 |
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$420.00 |
This course prepares public safety personnel for the physical demands of public safety entrance testing and work demands.
Lecture Hours: 16
Lab Hours: 32
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MAT-110 |
Math for Liberal Arts
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This is a one semester, liberal arts mathematics course that satisfies the minimum general education requirement for math. The course is designed to impart math skills which are helpful in everyday life as well as to expose students to areas of mathematics they may not have seen before. Topics include problem-solving skills, set theory, algebra, consumer mathematics, probability, and statistics. Other topics may be included.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of D- in MAT-063 or appropriate placement score.
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MAT-156 |
Statistics
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course is a study of descriptive statistics including graphical representation, central tendency, correlation and regression, intuitive treatment of probability and inferential statistics including hypothesis testing.
Lecture Hours: 48
Prerequisite(s): MAT-063.
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MAT-121 |
College Algebra
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4 |
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$840.00 |
This course provides an intensified study of algebraic techniques and prepares students for future study in mathematics. The central theme is the concept of functions, their properties, graphs and applications. Functions studied include polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic.
Lecture Hours: 64
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C- in MAT-102 or equivalent placement score.
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SOC-110 |
Introduction to Sociology
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course surveys the basic principles, concepts, and research findings of social life from small groups to societies. The course examines a range of sociological explanations for the various forms of social behaviors and establishes a basis for reflection and further study in the field.
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PSY-111 |
Introduction to Psychology
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course provides an introduction to the study of behavior and mental processes with emphasis in such areas as learning, cognition, motivation, personality, behavioral disorder, therapy, and social influence. An understanding of the impact of both theoretical perspectives and experimental evidence on the formulation of the science of human behavior is also stressed. Psychological theories and principles are utilized to explain and predict behavior.
Lecture Hours: 48
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SPC-101 |
Fundamentals of Oral Communication
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3 |
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$630.00 |
This course introduces students to the oral communication process and how it affects human interaction There will be an emphasis on developing interpersonal, small group, and public speaking skills. Students will be involved in activities that provide opportunity for the understanding and improvement of their oral communication skills.
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