College Catalog 2009-2010 PDF - Phillips Community College

image recognition and enhancement software. The student
will develop and apply computer image-editing skills through
classroom and hands-on projects.
NT 263 Computer Artistry & Design II
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: NT 243. A continuation of NT 243 using
programming languages for the web. The course features Java
and Javascript for web development. Applications, applets,
animations, flash, and e-commerce are included in the course.
NT 273 Digital Imaging Production II
3 hrs. lec./lab, 3 credits
Prerequisite: NT 253 or departmental approval. Recommended
completion of PR 103 and enrollment in PR 113. Study of
animation techniques: storyboarding, 3-D Modeling, image
maps and textures, lighting and motion studies and rendering
options.
NT 285 Microsoft SQL Database Implementation
5 hrs. lec./lab, 5 credits
The course focuses on instructing students how to use SQL
Server 2005 product features and tools related to implementing a
database. Topics covered include using SQL Enterprise Manager
and SQL Query Analyzer to create databases and database files,
create data types and tables, plan, create and optimize indexes,
implement data integrity with constraints, triggers and schemas,
implementing views, stored procedures and functions, managing
database code and using the Service broker to build a messagebased
solution. Transact-SQL is covered in detail throughout
the semester.
NT 293 Manufacturing and Managing PC’s II
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: NT 193. This course is a continuation of NT
193. The lecture and hands-on training will include computer
diagnostics and repair, printers and printer diagnosis and
troubleshooting, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, LAN’s, and a
section on customer relations. Upon completion of this course,
the student may choose to test for certification in the area of
computer support and services.
NT 295 Microsoft SQL Database Administration
5 hrs. lec./lab, 5 credits
The course focuses on instructing students how to use SQL
Server 2005 product features and tools related to administering
a database server. Topics covered include installing and
configuring a database server, managing database files and security,
performing administrative tasks, backing up and restoring
databases, monitoring and troubleshooting the database server,
transferring data, maintaining high availability, and general
administration.
NURSING (ADN)
NG 113 Foundations in Nursing
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Pre-requisite: Acceptance into the ADN Program, By 154, 164,
224 and MS 123
Co-requisites: NG 143, EH 113, PSy 213.
This course introduces the student to the concepts and principles
of nursing practice and its impact on the community. The
concepts of health and illness, stress adaptation, basic human
needs, nursing roles and behaviors, human development, and
decision-making are presented. Historical, as well as, current
legal and ethical aspects of nursing are explored.
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NG 123 Normal Nutrition
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
This course is an introduction to the basic science of nutrition and
deals with normal nutrition in the healthy individual. Lifestyles,
goals, culture, growth and development, and the meaning of
food and eating are explored.
NG 124 Concepts and Principles of Supportive Nursing
Care
4 hrs. lec., 4 credits
Prerequisites: NG 113, 143, EH 113, MS 123, PSy 213 By
154, 164, 224
Co-requisites: NG 134, 123, EH 123
The focus is on the provision of therapeutic interventions and
supportive nursing behaviors to meet an individual’s single, overt,
unmet need of comfort, activity, self-esteem, and urinary elimination.
Emphasis is placed on adult clients but includes selected
pediatric clients with alterations in urinary elimination.
NG 133 Dosage Calculation for Nurses
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the ADN program.
Co-requisites: NG 113, 143
This course focuses on enhancing speed and accuracy of math
skills needed for dosage calculation. It is specifically designed to
prepare the student for the Math Competency Exam, which is a
prerequisite for enrollment in second level nursing courses.
NG 134 Nursing Process: Planning
1 hr. lec., 9 hrs. lab, 4 credits
Prerequisites: NG 113, 143, EH 113, MS 123, PSy 213, By
154, 164, 224
Co-requisites: NG 124, 123, EH 123
Clinical focus is on utilizing the planning phase of the nursing
process to formulate nursing behaviors and therapeutic
interventions. Emphasis is placed on supportive nursing
behaviors for an individual with an overt, unmet comfort,
self-esteem, activity, or urinary elimination need. Therapeutic
communication techniques are utilized in the provision of care
for clients experiencing stress maladaptation.
NG 143 Nursing Process: Assessment
1 hr. lec., 6 hrs. lab, 3 credits
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the ADN Program, By 154, 164,
224, MS 123
Co-requisites: NG 113, PSy 213 and EH 113.
The assessment phase of the nursing process serves as a framework
for learning therapeutic communication, physical examination,
and psychomotor skills. Formulation of a nursing diagnosis for
a specified client is emphasized.
NG 212 Clinical Case Studies I
2 hrs. lec.,2 credits
Prerequisite: NG 113, 143, 124, 134, 123, EH 113, 123, MS
123, PSy 213, By 154, 164, 224. CT elective.
Co-requisite: NG 216, 236, 221, Sy 213.
This course is a nursing, non-required elective. Computer-based
clinical case studies offer opportunities for critical thinking,
decision-making, and prioritization of nursing care. Selected
HESI and DxR Case Studies that compliment NG 216 and
236 course content are reviewed and HESI computerized test
questions are answered to provide students with an opportunity
to prepare for taking the NCLEX-RN.