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in the American Union. He or she will describe the differences in
the branches of various state governments and in the structures of
local governments and the problems of conflicting local jurisdictions.
(This course satisfies the Illinois Constitution requirement
for graduation.) AAS: Social and behavioral science elective. IAI:
S5 902 Social and behavioral science.
PLSC 1553 - Comparative Government
(Based on demand) 3/0 (3)
The student will compare and contrast the problems, political
institutions, and political processes of countries throughout
the world. He or she will examine in detail the similarities and
differences of the political systems of Great Britain, France,
Germany, and Russia.
PLSC 2613 - Introduction to International
Relations 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: Appropriate assessment score or concurrent enrollment
in ENGL 1413. This course introduces students to the study
of international relations as a broad sphere of international human
interaction with subcategories of international organizations,
politics, law, economics, security affairs, and development. Emphasis
will be placed on an understanding of power, legitimacy,
morality, and welfare through a study of contemporary theory
and practice in international relations. AAS: Social science elective.
IAI: S5 904N Social and behavioral science.
Psychology
The Educational Psychology course, EDUC 2613, is listed under
Education. See Page 135.
PSYC 1813 - Introduction to Psychology 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: Appropriate assessment score or consent of
instructor. This course consists of a survey of the major
topics in psychology; analysis of psychological research; intelligence;
memory and thinking; the biological basis of behavior;
emotions; perception and sensation; motivation; wellness and
stress; theories of personality; heredity and learning; developmental
psychology; social psychology; abnormal psychology (including
therapy and treatment); and states of consciousness. Some
sections of this course are taught in the computer lab; computer
literacy skills are recommended. AAS: Social and behavioral science
elective. IAI: S6 900 Social and behavioral science.
PSYC 2513 - Abnormal Psychology 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: PSYC 1813 or consent of instructor. This course
will cover the major topics of abnormal behavior: diagnosis, assessment,
theories of abnormal behavior, classification (types) of
abnormal behavior, methods of treatment, and prevention. Some
sections of this course are taught in the computer lab; computer
literacy skills are recommended. AAS: Social and behavioral science
elective. IAI: PSY 905 Psychology.
PSYC 2553 - Lifespan Developmental Psychology 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: PSYC 1813; or consent of instructor. This course
focuses on the changes which occur in normal development between
conception and death in the areas of cognitive, physical,
and social development. Some sections of this course are taught
in the computer lab; computer literacy skills are recommended.
AAS: Social and behavioral science elective. IAI: S6 902 Social and
behavioral science.
PSYC 2563 - Alcoholism (Based on demand) 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: PSYC 1813 or SOCY 2513 or consent of instructor.
An interdisciplinary approach will be employed to study the physiological,
legal, medical, sociological, and psychological aspects
of alcoholism, which has been described as the major social and
medical problem in the country. The interaction between alcohol
and other psychoactive drugs will be stressed. The course includes
the knowledge and skills which can be applied by professionals
and/or by an interested person, including family members, to
effect early intervention. Some sections of this course are taught
in the computer lab; computer literacy skills are recommended.
AAS: Social and behavioral science elective.
PSYC 2773 - Social Psychology 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: PSYC 1813; or consent of instructor. This
course focuses on the scientific study of social factors which
influence individual and group behavior. It includes social
perception, social interaction, and social influence. Some
sections of this course are taught in the computer lab; computer
literacy skills are recommended. AAS: Social and behavioral
science elective. IAI: S8 900 Social and behavioral
science.
Radiography
Students in the Radiography program are advised to consult
the Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations, section 11.4,
Page 173. This regulation concerns completion of all XRAY
and BIOL courses in the Radiography curriculum with a
grade of C or better.
XRAY 1014 - Introduction to Radiography 4/0 (4)
Prerequisite: Admission to Radiography program. The student
will learn and have an understanding of radiographic history,
radiographic room terminology, equipment, physics, radiation
biology, and protection. The student will be exposed to basic
patient care, medical ethics, medical-legal consequences and
program regulations. The student will explore the radiology
departments of area hospitals through a half-day orientation.
A Health Care Provider CPR certification is required before
completion of this course.
XRAY 1033 - Radiologic Anatomy & Positioning I 3/0 (3)
Prerequisites: XRAY 1014, BIOL 2644 (BIOL 2644 may be
taken concurrently) and concurrent enrollment in XRAY 1213
and XRAY 1316. This course is designed to provide the student
precise and detailed information on the various positions of the
chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, and upper and
lower gastrointestinal system. A carefully correlated instruction
in anatomy will precede each unit. Knowledge of the anatomy
is essential to enable the student to understand the importance
of routine positions as well as a basis for future understanding
of many more specialized procedures.
XRAY 1042 - Radiographic Quality 2/0 (2)
Prerequisites: XRAY 1316, XRAY 1033 and concurrent enrollment
in XRAY 1326, XRAY 1222 and XRAY 1053. The student
will become acquainted with the complex and highly technical
area of radiographic quality. The student will gain a better understanding
of the principles of his/her previous clinical and classroom
studies as they affect darkroom procedures and methods,
film processing, film quality, film and screen formulations, factors
influencing radiographic quality, conditions influencing exposure
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