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COURSES
RLS* 121: Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation Services
(formerly THRC 115: Introduction to Principles of Therapeutic Recreation)
This course provides a background of study for the field of therapeutic recreation.
It encompasses the history and development of the profession with
an emphasis on understanding the persons who are served, their disabilities,
and the environments in which they live. An experiential approach offers understanding
and empathy. Class: 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: eligibility for
ENG* 101. (Fa) 3 credits
RLS* 122: Processes and Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation
(formerly THRC 116)
This course is designed to provide an overview of the process and techniques
used in treatment oriented programs. The course explores leadership skills of
the helping professional through an in-depth look at facilitation techniques used
in therapeutic recreation, including, but not limited to: creative arts, physical/
body movement, mental stimulation, and social interaction in relation to the
needs of special population groups. Emphasis is placed on meeting clients’
needs through proper activity selection, including activity analysis and program
adaptation/modification. Prerequisite: eligibility for ENG* 101. (Sp) 3 credits
RLS* 221: Therapeutic Recreation Programming
(formerly THRC 215: Therapeutic Recreation Programs: Planning and
Implementation)
This course involves the student in the study of the therapeutic recreation
process with emphasis on program planning. The needs of the client will be
met through a well planned process that includes assessing functional abilities
and needs, planning program goals and objectives, implementing the program,
and evaluating both the program and the client. Prerequisites: RLS* 121 and
eligibility for ENG* 101. (Sp) 3 credits
RLS* 223: Leisure and Aging
(formerly THRC 230)
This course serves as an overview to the delivery of therapeutic recreation
services to older adults. The course will assist the student in developing an
understanding of the elderly and how activity intervention may be used to reach
treatment and rehabilitation goals. The course will focus on issues such as the
physiological, psychological, and socio-economic factors of the aging process,
leisure resources, community and institutional services, and recreation in assisted
living facilities and in long term care settings. (Fa) 3 credits
RLS* 295: Professional Practicum in Therapeutic Recreation
(formerly THRC 280)
This course provides the student with practical experience in a therapeutic
recreation setting. The student is required to work a minimum of 200 hours
in a community based or medical setting that provides therapeutic recreation
services. During this period, the student will apply the knowledge, methods, and
leadership techniques which have been learned in academic courses. Students
will also participate in 15 hours of classroom discussion during the semester.
Prerequisite: completion of all THRC course work. (Fa,Sp) 4 credits
Respiratory Care
These courses are open only to students in the Respiratory Care program.
RSP* 121: Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology
(formerly RC 221: Respiratory Care I)
The student is given an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the
cardiopulmonary system. Topics will include but are not limited to: structure,
function, and assessment of the cardiopulmonary system. To be taken concurrently
with RSP* 141. (Fa) 3 credits
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RSP* 131: Applied Pharmacology
(formerly RC 211)
This course includes the study of the composition, indication and effects of
medication administered to patients treated in the field of respiratory care.
Emphasis is placed on drugs prescribed for the cardiopulmonary system and
those delivered by aerosol. To be taken concurrently with RSP* 160 and RSP*
180. (Sp) 3 credits
RSP* 141: Principles of Respiratory Care
(formerly RC 201: Clinical Practice and RC 241: Ventilation Therapy I)
This course introduces the student to basic principles of clinical respiratory
care. Topics include but are not limited to: medical gas therapy, humidification,
aerosol therapy, physical assessment techniques, OSHA and infection control
standards, oxygen therapy, ethics, professionalism and medical documentation.
This course has an integrated laboratory. To be taken concurrently with
RSP* 121. (Fa) 4 credits
RSP* 160: Diagnostic & Therapy Principles
(formerly RC 222: Respiratory Care II)
The theory and administration of respiratory care procedures, airway management,
monitoring devices, and clinical assessment of the respiratory patient
will be taught. Prerequisite: RSP* 121. To be taken concurrently with RSP*
131 and RSP* 180. (Sp) 3 credits
RSP* 180: Clinical Practicum
(formerly RC 202: Clinical Practice)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students
will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities.
Prerequisite: RSP* 121 and RSP* 141. To be taken concurrently with RSP*
131 and RSP* 160. (Sp) 1 credit
RSP* 181: Clinical Practicum II
(formerly RC 203: Clinical Practice)
Supervised clinical application of principles learned in the classroom. Students
will be scheduled for various clinical rotations at health care facilities. Prerequisite
RSP* 131, RSP* 160, RSP* 180 and BIO* 212. (Su) 1 credit
RSP* 251: Respiratory Pathophysiology
(formerly RC 282: Clinical Application I)
The study of cardiopulmonary abnormities and diseases of the adult patient.
Major emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis and treatment of patients using
case study analysis. To be taken concurrently with RSP* 251, RSP* 274 and
RSP* 281. (Fa) 3 credits
RSP* 252: Respiratory Pathophysiology II
(formerly RC 283: Clinical Application II)
The study of cardiopulmonary abnormities and diseases of the adult, pediatric
and newborn patient. Major emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis, treatment,
and management of patients using case study analysis. To be taken
concurrently with RSP* 261 and RSP* 282. (Sp) 2 credits
RSP* 260: Advanced Principles of Ventilator Therapy
(formerly RC 242: Ventilation Therapy II)
A study of mechanical ventilators used in respiratory care with an in-depth
explanation of function and application. Indications, hazards and complications
of mechanical ventilation will be emphasized. Prerequisite: RSP* 160
(Su) 3 credits
RSP* 261: Advanced Respiratory Care II
(formerly RC 261)
A study of the respiratory care modalities used in the care of neonates and
pulmonary rehabilitation patients. Each population will be discussed in separate
units. To be taken concurrently with RSP* 252 and RSP* 282. (Sp) 3 credits
Next Semester Offered Designations: Fa = Fall, O = Occasional, Sp = Spring, Su = Summer